Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.
Fred Astaire is said to have been the most popular dancer of his time, but he was also a talented actor, a singer, and choreographer.
A.is said
B.to have been
C.of his time
D.a singer

All of the following statements are true EXCEPT _______.
A.immigrants played a part in changing American education system in the 20th century
B.many foreign people found it easier to settle down in American thanks to schools
C.prior to the 20th century, public education had never had any influence on students’ lives
D.among the changes in American education system last century, one centred on women.

“Do you think it’s bad to keep all the candy to yourself?”
– “___________ .”
A.I’m sorry. Sometimes I’m too aggressive
B.You’re right. I’m a bit jealous
C.You are absolutely right.I’m crazy about candy
D.I’m sorry. I should not be so selfish

According to the passage, early-twentieth century education reformers believed that _____.
A.different groups needed different kinds of education
B.special programs should be set up in frontier communities to modernize them
C.corporations and other organizations damaged educational progress
D.more women should be involved in education and industry

According to the passage, one important change in United States education by the 1920's was that _____.
A.most places required children to attend school
B.the amount of time spent on formal education was limited
C.new regulations were imposed on nontraditional education
D.adults and children studied in the same classes

The word “means” in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to _____.
A.advantages
B.probability
C.method
D.qualifications

The word “erratic” in paragraph 5 is closest in meaning to _______.
A.complicated
B.unpredictable
C.disastrous
D.explosive

The word “it” in paragraph 5 refers to _______.
A.a tropical cyclone
B.the wind
C.torrential rain
D.the storm surge

What is the main idea of the passage?
A.The tropical cyclone is the most powerful force on the earth.
B.The tropical cyclone can cause flooding and damage to structures.
C.A tropical cyclone forms over the oceans and has great power.
D.The tropical cyclone is called by different names around the world.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that is not stressed on the first syllable.
A.purchase
B.ignorant
C.tuition
D.vigorous