Vocabulary
What does the word “incentive” most likely mean?
A) Something that everybody wants to pursue
B) Something that is very valuable
C) Something that is challenging and risky
D) Something that encourages a person to work harder or start a new activity
D) Something that encourages a person to work harder or start a new activity
Our professor gave extra credit as an incentive to turn in the assignment early.
What is one likely cause of the Chernobyl nuclear accident?
A) The workers lacked proper training for the test and were unaware of critical safety measures.
B) The reactors were built near a densely populated city, making evacuation nearly impossible.
C) The test occurred at night, and the lack of lighting made it difficult for workers to operate.
D) A storm struck the region, delaying rescue operations and trapping workers and residents.
A) The workers lacked proper training for the test and were unaware of critical safety measures.
_______, many young people are now exploring alternative ways to earn a living through freelancing and digital entrepreneurship.
A) Worked in offices for decades
B) To work in offices for decades
C) Working in offices for decades
D) Have worked in offices for decades
C) Working in offices for decades
How to Design a Student Project That Benefits the Developing World
Which of the following is NOT TRUE about the author?
A) He has secured a position in an accounting firm.
B) His internship was not very useful to him.
C) He interned at a telecommunications company.
D) He will graduate in May.
B) His internship was not very useful to him.
Product Placement
Why does the speaker talk about the TV show 24 in the lecture?
A) To suggest that product placement helped the show become popular
B) To point out that product placement often appears in modern media
C) To stress that the show is aired without traditional commercial breaks
D) To show how hidden advertising can go unnoticed
B) To point out that product placement often appears in modern media
The word “prevail” is closest in meaning to ___________.
A) reiterate
B) predominate
C) influence
D) yield
B) predominate
She studied all night for the final exam, hoping her hard work would prevail over her nerves.
Which of the following statements about the aftermath of the Chernobyl disaster is NOT accurate?
A) Twenty-eight individuals died from acute radiation exposure within a few weeks.
B) A radioactive plume was released into the atmosphere after the explosion.
C) Local residents were evacuated from the area immediately after the accident.
D) Numerous people developed cancers and genetic disorders due to radiation exposure.
C) Local residents were evacuated from the area immediately after the accident.
While planning the city’s expansion, _______ the need for more green spaces and community gardens.
A) City planners recognized
B) City planners having recognized
C) City planners recognizing
D) City planners had recognized
A) City planners recognized
How to Design a Student Project That Benefits the Developing World
What is the author’s ultimate goal?
A) Reaching a high position in the accounting company
B) Buying an accounting firm
C) Starting his own telecommunications company
D) Becoming an executive or starting his own business
D) Becoming an executive or starting his own business
Ethical Dilemmas
How does the speaker structure the explanation of ethical dilemmas in the lecture?
A) By giving the audience tangible and illuminating examples
B) By attempting to persuade listeners using strong supporting evidence
C) By analyzing multiple philosophical perspectives
D) By exploring arguments on both sides of the issue
A) By giving the audience tangible and illuminating examples
“Alleviation” is similar to __________.
A) reduction
B) discrimination
C) integration
D) illumination
A) reduction
Taking a short walk between classes helped with the alleviation of my stress before the exam.
What can be inferred about the speaker’s view on nuclear energy?
A) He is concerned that the risks of nuclear power might outweigh its advantages.
B) He is uncertain whether nuclear energy should continue to be used for human needs.
C) He is optimistic about nuclear energy as a reliable replacement for fossil fuels.
D) He sees nuclear energy as a promising solution to become the world’s primary energy source.
B) He is uncertain whether nuclear energy should continue to be used for human needs.
_______ the training was well-received by employees, the company decided to expand the program nationwide.
A) After realizing that the pilot program had been successful
B) After realized that the pilot program had been successful
C) After realize that the pilot program had been successful
D) After having realized that the pilot program had been successful
A) After realizing that the pilot program had been successful
Tacoma Narrows Bridge
Which of the following is TRUE about the original Tacoma Narrows Bridge?
A) The piers were built on the towers.
B) The suspender cables were attached to the deck.
C) The cables were only connected to the towers.
D) There were two lanes in each direction.
B) The suspender cables were attached to the deck.
Product Placement
Why do some consumers support the idea of product placement, according to the lecture?
A) It helps guide their purchasing choices
B) They feel they receive benefits from seeing featured products
C) It’s difficult to avoid brand visibility in media
D) Using well-known products makes stories feel more realistic
D) Using well-known products makes stories feel more realistic
What does the word tangible closely mean?
A) Difficult to understand or explain
B) Capable of being touched or physically felt
C) Existing only in theory or imagination
D) Related to spoken communication
B) Capable of being touched or physically felt
Getting good grades is a tangible result of studying hard and staying organized.
What were workers trying to pump into the reactor?
A) Air
B) Oil
C) Water
D) Gasoline
C) Water
The city council received multiple warnings from engineers that the bridge was not structurally sound. Community members also raised concerns about visible cracks along its surface. __________, the mayor decided to delay repairs for another year due to budget constraints.
A) In accordance with this
B) In addition to this
C) In spite of this
D) In contrast to this
C) In spite of this
Tacoma Narrows Bridge
Which of the following is NOT one of the modern bridge designs?
A) Lower width-to-length
B) Wind tunnel
C) More flexible support
D) Wider roadway
C) More flexible support
4. Ethical Dilemmas
What is the second ethical challenge presented by the speaker in the talk?
A) Choosing between justice and forgiveness
B) Deciding between telling the truth and keeping a promise
C) Debating the ethics of using animals in scientific research
D) Weighing one’s personal needs against those of a larger group
D) Weighing one’s personal needs against those of a larger group
What is an ethical dilemma?
The struggle to make a decision between two actions that are both right
She faced an ethical dilemma when she saw a friend cheating on a test and didn’t know whether to report it.
How were Chernobyl’s reactors different?
A) Located in a city
B) Designed to withstand explosions
C) Not encased in steel or reinforced concrete
D) None of the above
C) Not encased in steel or reinforced concrete
Linus is usually a nervous dog around strangers and new environments. She was visibly shaking during her first day at the shelter. __________ she had a rough start, she quickly warmed up to the staff and began responding to commands.
A) In spite of this
B) There is no doubt that
C) Despite the fact that
D) Despite this
C) Despite the fact that
Tacoma Narrows Bridge
What explanation for the collapse do most engineers agree on today?
A) The bridge’s motion changed from vertical to twisting due to aerodynamic instability.
B) The bridge could not stand the weight of that many cars that day and collapsed in the long run.
C) The resonance effect, resulting in a steadily increasing amplitude, caused the bridge to fail.
D) The cumulative effect of rhythmic forces made the motion strong enough to break the bridge off.
A) The bridge’s motion changed from vertical to twisting due to aerodynamic instability.
Product Placement
According to the lecture, which of the following statements is incorrect?
A) The speaker predicts product placement will continue to rise
B) Some brand placements are so subtle that viewers miss them entirely
C) Young children often struggle to separate ads from entertainment
D) U.S. law bans all product placement in kids’ television content
D) U.S. law bans all product placement in kids’ television content