Celebrities
According to the third paragraph, what significant life event did musicians Dove Cameron and Damiano David experience in January?
A) They announced their first musical collaboration.
B) They revealed their engagement to the public.
C) They decided to end their long-term relationship.
D) They won a major award at a film festival.
B) They revealed their engagement to the public.
According to the first paragraph, what was the final score of Super Bowl LX?
A) 44–29
B) 29–13
C) 29–7
D) 13–7
B) 29–13
According to the first paragraph, what record did the Artemis II mission break during its nine-day journey?
A) The fastest re-entry speed of a spacecraft into Earth's atmosphere.
B) The longest duration a human crew has ever spent in lunar orbit.
C) The furthest distance humans have traveled into deep space from Earth.
D) The largest number of non-U.S. citizens ever included in a single mission.
C) The furthest distance humans have traveled into deep space from Earth.
According to the first paragraph, how does the newly approved CRISPR-based therapy lower cholesterol?
A) By preventing the absorption of fats in the digestive system.
B) By using artificial intelligence to track liver metabolic rates.
C) By permanently editing a specific gene within the liver.
D) By injecting a synthetic version of LDL cholesterol into the blood.
C) By permanently editing a specific gene within the liver.
According to the first paragraph, what is the primary difference between the "Eras: The Anthology" tour and Taylor Swift's previous stadium performances?
A) The tour features only songs from her final "Taylor’s Version" album.
B) The performances focus on acoustic, re-imagined versions of her songs.
C) The tour uses more pyrotechnics and high-gloss production than ever before.
D) It is the first time she has performed in Nashville and London.
B) The performances focus on acoustic, re-imagined versions of her songs.
The word "scramble" in the first paragraph is closest in meaning to:
A) Struggle or rush
B) Decline or refuse
C) Organize or plan
D) Hesitate or wait
A) Struggle or rush
The word "stymied" in the first paragraph is closest in meaning to:
A) Assisted
B) Encouraged
C) Blocked
D) Noticed
C) Blocked
The word "retaliation" in the second paragraph is closest in meaning to:
A) Cooperation
B) Revenge
C) Negotiation
D) Celebration
B) Revenge
The word "derailed" in the second paragraph is closest in meaning to:
A) Promoted
B) Interrupted
C) Improved
D) Discovered
B) Interrupted
The word "exodus" in the second paragraph is closest in meaning to:
A) Celebration
B) Agreement
C) Departure
D) Transformation
C) Departure
According to the second paragraph, all of the following are true about the "Starfire" reunion EXCEPT:
A) The event was used to raise money for global literacy programs.
B) The original cast members participated in a live-streamed table read.
C) A full-length feature film sequel was officially released in theaters.
D) Fans reacted to the news with a massive wave of nostalgia.
C) A full-length feature film sequel was officially released in theaters.
According to the second paragraph, all of the following occurred during the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics EXCEPT:
A) NHL stars returned to compete in the men’s ice hockey tournament.
B) Jordan Stolz set new Olympic records in speed skating events.
C) Chloe Kim successfully defended her title to win a third straight gold medal.
D) Ski mountaineering made its official debut as an Olympic sport.
C) Chloe Kim successfully defended her title to win a third straight gold medal.
According to the third paragraph, all of the following are mentioned as environmental challenges or setbacks in 2026 EXCEPT:
A) The repeal of a finding that allowed for the regulation of greenhouse gases.
B) Massive damage caused by a specific storm in Portugal.
C) Catastrophic landslides occurring in regions of Indonesia.
D) A failure to ratify the High Seas Treaty by the global community.
D) A failure to ratify the High Seas Treaty by the global community.
According to the third paragraph, all of the following are true about the "mummified" dinosaur embryo EXCEPT:
A) High-resolution 3D scans were used to study its internal organs.
B) It was found inside an intact egg in southern China.
C) It belongs to a species of feathered theropod.
D) Scientists have successfully cloned a living version using recovered DNA.
D) Scientists have successfully cloned a living version using recovered DNA.
According to the second paragraph, all of the following are true about the "Parkwood Pulse" platform EXCEPT:
A) It was created to provide artists with 100% of their streaming royalties.
B) It gained fifty million subscribers within its first three months.
C) It was initially a collaborative project between Beyoncé and iTunes.
D) It offers exclusive content like behind-the-scenes footage to its users.
D) It offers exclusive content like behind-the-scenes footage to its users.
Why does the author mention Taylor Swift in the discussion regarding Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni?
A) To suggest she is planning to direct a sequel to "It Ends With Us."
B) To highlight her recent success as a legal consultant for Hollywood stars.
C) To provide evidence of her friendship with the lead actress of the film.
D) To explain why she might be legally required to testify in their court case.
D) To explain why she might be legally required to testify in their court case.
Why does the author mention the Estadio Azteca in the third paragraph?
A) To identify the specific location where the 2026 FIFA World Cup will begin.
B) To argue that Mexico is the most important host of the upcoming tournament.
C) To compare the seating capacity of older stadiums with MetLife Stadium.
D) To explain why Argentina chose to play their opening match in Mexico City.
A) To identify the specific location where the 2026 FIFA World Cup will begin.
In the second paragraph, why does the author mention the Strait of Hormuz?
A) To highlight a popular travel destination that has been closed to tourists.
B) To emphasize the strategic importance of the area for global energy and fertilizer supplies.
C) To provide an example of a location where the Artemis II crew was rescued.
D) To explain where the new Iranian Supreme Leader was officially inaugurated.
B) To emphasize the strategic importance of the area for global energy and fertilizer supplies.
Why does the author use the phrase "Sputnik moment" in the second paragraph?
A) To emphasize the Russian origins of the ITER project’s engineers.
B) To suggest that the fusion milestone is a historic achievement that could launch a new era.
C) To criticize the slow progress of the international physics community.
D) To highlight the danger of using artificial intelligence in nuclear fusion tests.
B) To suggest that the fusion milestone is a historic achievement that could launch a new era.
Why does the author mention "Hogaku" instruments in the third paragraph?
A) To explain why Iron Sakura's music was initially banned from Western radio.
B) To emphasize the traditional elements that contribute to the band’s unique sound.
C) To argue that traditional Japanese music is more popular than heavy metal.
D) To suggest that the band’s lead guitarist is a specialist in ancient history.
B) To emphasize the traditional elements that contribute to the band’s unique sound.
What can be inferred from the description of Aria Vance’s career shift in the first paragraph?
A) Her departure from music was widely expected by industry critics.
B) She intends to use her fame to promote environmental legislation.
C) Her academic interests are vastly different from her professional music career.
D) She plans to return to the stage immediately after completing her doctorate.
C) Her academic interests are vastly different from her professional music career.
What can be inferred from the mention of the 2014 loss in the first paragraph?
A) The Seahawks played the New England Patriots in a previous Super Bowl.
B) Mike Macdonald was the head coach of the Seahawks during the 2014 season.
C) Kenneth Walker III was also the MVP during the team's 2014 championship run.
D) The Seahawks have lost every game against the Patriots for the last twelve years.
A) The Seahawks played the New England Patriots in a previous Super Bowl.
What can be inferred about the Artemis III mission based on the information in the first paragraph?
A) It will be the first mission to successfully land humans on the Moon since 1970.
B) It serves as a preparatory step for landing by testing equipment in Earth's orbit.
C) It has been canceled in favor of moving directly to the Artemis IV mission in 2028.
D) It will carry a larger crew than the four-person team used during Artemis II.
B) It serves as a preparatory step for landing by testing equipment in Earth's orbit.
What can be inferred from the final paragraph regarding the impact of the dinosaur embryo discovery?
A) It has conclusively proven that ancient dinosaurs were indistinguishable from modern birds.
B) It suggests that theropod species are the only dinosaurs that lived in southern China.
C) It will likely lead to the creation of a prehistoric theme park within the next decade.
D) It has provided more detailed physical evidence of the relationship between dinosaurs and birds than was previously available.
D) It has provided more detailed physical evidence of the relationship between dinosaurs and birds than was previously available.
What can be inferred from the second paragraph about the current state of the music streaming industry?
A) Traditional streaming services were already paying artists 100% of their royalties before 2026.
B) Beyoncé’s platform has successfully convinced all major artists to leave traditional services.
C) The success of "Parkwood Pulse" has threatened the dominance and business models of established streaming giants.
D) Direct-to-fan platforms are only profitable for artists who specialize in pop music.
C) The success of "Parkwood Pulse" has threatened the dominance and business models of established streaming giants.