The word "detecting" in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to ____  .
A.making 
B.admiring  
C.remembering          
D.finding

The word “they" in paragraph 3 refers to ____.
A.junk    
B.shows
C.games   
D.“Joe Millionaire” and "The Bachelor”

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How men first learnt to (6) ____words is unknown; in other words, the origin of language is a (7) ____. All we really know is that men, unlike animals, (8) ____ invented certain sounds to express thoughts and feelings, actions and things so that they could communicate with each other; and that later they agreed (9) ____ certain signs, called letters, which could be combined to represent those sounds, and which could be written down. These sounds, (10) ____ spoken or written in letters, are called words. Great writers are those who not only have great thoughts but also express these thoughts in words that (11) ____ powerfully to our minds and emotions. This charming and telling use of words is what we call literary (12) ____. Above all, the real poet is a master of words. He can (13) ____  his meaning in words which sing like music, and which by their position and association can (14) ____ men to tears. We should, therefore, learn to choose our words carefully, (15) ____ they will make our speech silly and vulgar.


A.invent
B.create
C.make
D.discover

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How men first learnt to (6) ____words is unknown; in other words, the origin of language is a (7) ____. All we really know is that men, unlike animals, (8) ____ invented certain sounds to express thoughts and feelings, actions and things so that they could communicate with each other; and that later they agreed (9) ____ certain signs, called letters, which could be combined to represent those sounds, and which could be written down. These sounds, (10) ____ spoken or written in letters, are called words. Great writers are those who not only have great thoughts but also express these thoughts in words that (11) ____ powerfully to our minds and emotions. This charming and telling use of words is what we call literary (12) ____. Above all, the real poet is a master of words. He can (13) ____  his meaning in words which sing like music, and which by their position and association can (14) ____ men to tears. We should, therefore, learn to choose our words carefully, (15) ____ they will make our speech silly and vulgar.


A.story
B.secret
C.mystery
D.legend

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            The problem of cardiac arrest has become a major problem these days. A lot of patients have acute pain after suffering from a stroke. There are plenty of medicines, surgical methods developed in the field of medicine to treat such cardiac problems. These solutions are time consuming and costly. In the process of rehabilitation, the medicines also have a lot of side effects on the human body and take time to give relief.(17) Therefore, a lot of people go for alternative therapies that help in rehabilitation of patients who suffer from cardiac stroke. The alternative therapies help in relieving pain, stress and make the body healthy and fit through exercise, yoga as well as meditation.
          Those who have the cardiac complaint have to take a good care of their diet. Also, they must look after their regular exercise in order to stay fit and make sure that they do not take undue  stress. These are some of the precautions that you need to take while you are in the process of rehabilitation. The cardiac rehabilitation can be carried out at the rehabilitation centers as well as at the residence of the patients. Once the patient learns all the exercise and techniques of meditation and understands what diet he or she should include in their meals as the instructions of the doctor’s and dieticians, then it is possible to accomplish the rehabilitation process at home with little guidance and monitoring(25. A). But the best results are seen at the center, where the program is given to a group of patients together.(25 C)
          The alternative therapies used for cardiac rehabilitation are stress management, physical exercises and diet. Stress management is very much essential in the rehabilitation process because it has a lot of effects on the patient’s body. (25. B)A lot of relaxation techniques are taught to the patients that helps them in stress management, among them meditation is one of the main focuses.(19)
          The various rehabilitation programs also give you information on how to have a stress free lifestyle. The patients are supported and encouraged to discuss their problems with the counselor or fellow patients(20). This helps them to vent their feelings and feel comforted. Breathing exercises are also of great help for the patients who are undergoing cardiac rehabilitation.
          In addition to stress management, physical exercises are also given a lot of importance in the rehabilitation program. The patients are asked to perform various forms of physical exercise which are suitable to them depending on their age and the severity of their problems.( 26. D)These activities include activities like walking, jogging, cycling, and some other sports like badminton, tennis etc.,, to maintain their health and keep their muscles, bones, and body tissues in a good state. Cardio exercise in a gymnasium is also encouraged. This helps in strengthening the muscles and managing weight.(22)
          The diet of these patients also needs to be looked upon very carefully. Such people should stay away from alcohol and tobacco consumption in order to improve their health.(24) Make sure that their meals include plenty of organic foodstuffs as well as fruits and juices. Do not include junk and oily foodstuffs in your diet because they are very difficult to digest. The intake of calories should also be done at required level. It is a significant fact that the patients have to understand and work accordingly.
What does the passage primarily discuss?
A.Medical treatment of cardiac arrest
B.Alternative therapies in the treatment of cardiac arrest
C.The rehabilitation process of cardiac arrest
D.Alcohol and tobacco consumption in cardiac patients’ diet

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How men first learnt to (6) ____words is unknown; in other words, the origin of language is a (7) ____. All we really know is that men, unlike animals, (8) ____ invented certain sounds to express thoughts and feelings, actions and things so that they could communicate with each other; and that later they agreed (9) ____ certain signs, called letters, which could be combined to represent those sounds, and which could be written down. These sounds, (10) ____ spoken or written in letters, are called words. Great writers are those who not only have great thoughts but also express these thoughts in words that (11) ____ powerfully to our minds and emotions. This charming and telling use of words is what we call literary (12) ____. Above all, the real poet is a master of words. He can (13) ____  his meaning in words which sing like music, and which by their position and association can (14) ____ men to tears. We should, therefore, learn to choose our words carefully, (15) ____ they will make our speech silly and vulgar.


A.or
B.so
C.although
D.because

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How men first learnt to (6) ____words is unknown; in other words, the origin of language is a (7) ____. All we really know is that men, unlike animals, (8) ____ invented certain sounds to express thoughts and feelings, actions and things so that they could communicate with each other; and that later they agreed (9) ____ certain signs, called letters, which could be combined to represent those sounds, and which could be written down. These sounds, (10) ____ spoken or written in letters, are called words. Great writers are those who not only have great thoughts but also express these thoughts in words that (11) ____ powerfully to our minds and emotions. This charming and telling use of words is what we call literary (12) ____. Above all, the real poet is a master of words. He can (13) ____  his meaning in words which sing like music, and which by their position and association can (14) ____ men to tears. We should, therefore, learn to choose our words carefully, (15) ____ they will make our speech silly and vulgar.


A.take
B.send
C.break
D.move

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How men first learnt to (6) ____words is unknown; in other words, the origin of language is a (7) ____. All we really know is that men, unlike animals, (8) ____ invented certain sounds to express thoughts and feelings, actions and things so that they could communicate with each other; and that later they agreed (9) ____ certain signs, called letters, which could be combined to represent those sounds, and which could be written down. These sounds, (10) ____ spoken or written in letters, are called words. Great writers are those who not only have great thoughts but also express these thoughts in words that (11) ____ powerfully to our minds and emotions. This charming and telling use of words is what we call literary (12) ____. Above all, the real poet is a master of words. He can (13) ____  his meaning in words which sing like music, and which by their position and association can (14) ____ men to tears. We should, therefore, learn to choose our words carefully, (15) ____ they will make our speech silly and vulgar.


A.carry
B.convey
C.transfer
D.transmit

Read the following passage, and mark the letter (A, B, C or D) on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer for each of the blanks.
How men first learnt to (6) ____words is unknown; in other words, the origin of language is a (7) ____. All we really know is that men, unlike animals, (8) ____ invented certain sounds to express thoughts and feelings, actions and things so that they could communicate with each other; and that later they agreed (9) ____ certain signs, called letters, which could be combined to represent those sounds, and which could be written down. These sounds, (10) ____ spoken or written in letters, are called words. Great writers are those who not only have great thoughts but also express these thoughts in words that (11) ____ powerfully to our minds and emotions. This charming and telling use of words is what we call literary (12) ____. Above all, the real poet is a master of words. He can (13) ____  his meaning in words which sing like music, and which by their position and association can (14) ____ men to tears. We should, therefore, learn to choose our words carefully, (15) ____ they will make our speech silly and vulgar.


A.prose
B.work
C.form
D.style

Read the following passage, and mark the letter (A, B, C or D) on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer for each of the blanks.
How men first learnt to (6) ____words is unknown; in other words, the origin of language is a (7) ____. All we really know is that men, unlike animals, (8) ____ invented certain sounds to express thoughts and feelings, actions and things so that they could communicate with each other; and that later they agreed (9) ____ certain signs, called letters, which could be combined to represent those sounds, and which could be written down. These sounds, (10) ____ spoken or written in letters, are called words. Great writers are those who not only have great thoughts but also express these thoughts in words that (11) ____ powerfully to our minds and emotions. This charming and telling use of words is what we call literary (12) ____. Above all, the real poet is a master of words. He can (13) ____  his meaning in words which sing like music, and which by their position and association can (14) ____ men to tears. We should, therefore, learn to choose our words carefully, (15) ____ they will make our speech silly and vulgar.


A.interest
B.appeal
C.attract
D.lure