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CI.5-Unit 7 - Reading 1
CI.5-Unit 7 - Reading 1
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"Walsh says that almost 70% of brain ageing is controllable..." (controllable = ___)
unmanageable
manageable
unpredictable
inevitable
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"...is a good way of developing a good self-image." (self-image = ___)
self-criticism
self-awareness
self-doubt
self-esteem
3
What is the connection between reading fiction and brain development?
Reading fiction only benefits children's brains
Reading fiction can hinder brain development in adults
Reading fiction provides mental stimulation, leading to brain growth
Reading fiction has no impact on brain development
4
How can the benefits of reading fiction be applied in the job market?
It makes people more sociable and outgoing
It guarantees a successful career
It fosters imagination and creativity, which are valued by businesses
It improves technical skills required for specific jobs
5
"Apart from being a pleasant way to relax..." (relax = ___)
unwind
study
exercise
work
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"...that becomes less efficient as we grow older." (efficient = ___)
ineffective
productive
wasteful
slow
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How does the brain react to unpredictable things compared to predictable things?
Less strongly
More strongly
Equally
It doesn't react to either
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"...is a growing vocabulary and improved spelling." (spelling = ___)
punctuation
orthography
grammar
pronunciation
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According to Walsh, how does reading fiction push our boundaries?
We improve our memory and recall
We develop better social skills
We learn new facts and information
We experience new scenarios and identify with characters
10
According to the text, what percentage of brain aging is controllable?
Almost 70%
Less than 30%
50%
100%
11
"They can end up feeling isolated..." (isolated = ___)
connected
alone
involved
included
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"...and can perform poorly in other subjects..." (perform poorly = ___)
do badly
excel
thrive
succeed
13
"...the most obvious benefit we get from reading..." (obvious = ___)
clear
subtle
complex
hidden
14
What does Dr. Brian E. Walsh suggest about the brain's performance?
It is unaffected by mental stimulation
It functions optimally with routine tasks
It performs better with unpredictable elements
It deteriorates rapidly with age
15
"...because this helps to build connections in the brain." (connections = ___)
separations
barriers
divisions
links
16
What is the main idea of the text?
Reading fiction is less important than other activities
Reading fiction can benefit the brain in various ways
Reading fiction is only for entertainment
Reading fiction is only beneficial for young people
17
"Non-readers or poor readers often have low opinions of themselves." (opinions = ___)
knowledge
experiences
facts
views
18
"It has also been established that reading fiction..." (established = ___)
proven
suggested
hypothesized
denied
19
What is the overall tone of the text?
Informative and encouraging
Persuasive and argumentative
Skeptical and critical
Humorous and lighthearted
20
"...it can perform more effectively when an element of surprise is added..." (effectively = ___)
haphazardly
poorly
efficiently
carelessly
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"The human brain can work well when we just do routine things..." (routine = ___)
surprising
unusual
exciting
regular
22
"...through mental and physical exercise, along with diet." (exercise = ___)
inactivity
rest
relaxation
activity
23
"Although these things are entertaining, they are very rarely stimulating for the mind." (stimulating = ___)
encouraging thought
fun
relaxing
boring
24
"Neuroscientists have discovered that an adult brain can regenerate brain cells." (discovered = ___)
hidden
found out
obscured
concealed
25
"We encounter new words..." (encounter = ___)
come across
misunderstand
forget
avoid
26
How can reading fiction contribute to a positive self-image?
It can make people feel superior to non-readers
It can offer solutions to personal problems
can help improve reading skills, leading to better performance + confidence
It can provide an escape from reality
27
"According to Walsh, we are not stuck with a static brain..." (stuck = ___)
mobile
free
adaptable
fixed
28
According to the text, how does reading fiction improve vocabulary and spelling?
By providing grammar rules and exercises
By focusing on pronunciation and speaking skills
By encouraging readers to memorize word lists
By exposing readers to new and complex words
29
"...and become more confident with complex words." (confident = ___)
unsure
assured
hesitant
doubtful
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"Most importantly, however, reading fiction helps us to develop our brains." (brains = ___)
souls
bodies
minds
hearts
