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The passage suggests that in the future, computer programs will likely control __________.
Entertainment only
Nothing important
Transportation and home management
Only communication
2
Where was the ancient metal machine found?
In the mountains of Greece
On the seabed in Greece
In a museum in Greece
On an island in Greece
3
According to the passage, how do most people use their mobile phones today?
Every day
Occasionally
Weekly
Monthly
4
What does the passage suggest about the role of computer technology in the future?
It will become obsolete
It will only affect communication
It will only be used in education
It will impact all aspects of everyday life
5
What can be inferred about the future of computer technology according to the passage?
It will become less important
It will remain unchanged
It will be replaced by new technologies
It will see further advancements and changes
6
What is the meaning of the phrase "further changes" in the last paragraph?
No changes
Minor changes
Additional changes
Reversed changes
7
When was the computer chip developed?
In 1962 CE
In 1971 CE
In 1958 CE
In 1945 CE
8
Where was the first computer program developed?
In the United States
In Germany
In France
In England
9
When was the first personal computer (PC) produced?
In 1974 CE
In 1962 CE
In 1971 CE
In 1983 CE
10
When were the first generation of modern computers developed?
In the 1960s
In the 1950s
In the 1940s
In the 1930s
11
What does the phrase "such model" in the passage refer to?
The first computer chip
The computer program
The ancient metal machine
The first generation of modern computers
12
According to the passage, what was the significance of the metal machine?
It is believed to be the first ever computer
It was used for astronomy calculations
It was the first tool used for navigation
It is a piece of ancient art
13
How large was the room needed to accommodate the early computer model?
200 square meters
167 square meters
150 square meters
100 square meters
14
How long did it take the first computer program to complete one calculation?
30 minutes
10 minutes
25 minutes
15 minutes
15
What is the main idea of the first paragraph?
The history and evolution of computer technology
The discovery of an ancient metal machine
The use of technology in everyday life
The development of modern computers
16
What was significant about the year 1983 CE?
The production of the first PC
The invention of the first laptop
The development of the World Wide Web
The invention of the first floppy disk
17
What does the phrase "everyday life" refer to in the passage?
Life events
Daily routines and activities
Special occasions
Rare events
18
The invention of the computer chip was a key development because it __________.
led to the development of the first computer game
allowed for smaller and more efficient computers
introduced the concept of artificial intelligence
made computers more expensive
19
What does the passage imply about the relationship between technology and daily life?
Technology has gradually become more integrated into daily life.
Technology is only used for entertainment.
Technology will eventually disappear from daily life.
Technology has no impact on daily life.
20
What does the word "capable" in the passage mean?
Sure
Able
Likely
Unable
21
What was invented in 1962 CE?
The first computer game
The computer mouse
The computer chip
The floppy disk
22
How old is the metal machine mentioned in the passage?
1,500 years old
More than 2,000 years old
500 years old
About 1,000 years old
23
When did the first smartphones appear?
In 1995 CE
In 2007 CE
In 1983 CE
In 1990 CE
24
The passage mainly discusses the __________ of computer technology.
business
disadvantages
history and future
decline
25
According to the passage, what are scientists currently developing?
Faster smartphones
Advanced computer games
Watches and glasses with computer capabilities
New types of laptops
26
What was the significance of the invention of the floppy disk in 1971 CE?
It was the first personal computer accessory
It enabled information sharing between computers
It allowed people to play computer games
It introduced the first portable storage
27
How many years after the first computer game was the computer mouse developed?
4 year later
2 year later
1 year later
3 year later
28
Who developed the World Wide Web?
A German engineer
An American scientist
A British scientist
A French inventor
29
Which of the following is a significant invention mentioned in the passage?
The smartphone in 1983 CE
The first computer chip in 1962 CE
The laptop in 1971 CE
The World Wide Web in 1990 CE
30
The word "rely" in the last paragraph most closely means __________.
Oppose
Ignore
Avoid
Depend on
