It can be inferred from the passage that in 1952, Carson’s book Under the Sea Wind
A.was outdated
B.became more popular than her other books
C.was praised by critics
D.sold many copies

Which of the following was NOT mentioned in the passage as a source of information for The Sea Around Us?
A.printed matter
B.talks with experts
C.a research expedition
D.letters from scientists

The word “reckless” in line 11 is closest in meaning to
A.unnecessary
B.limited
C.continuous
D.irresponsible

The word “flawed” in line 14 is closest in meaning to
A.faulty
B.deceptive
C.logical
D.offensive

Why does the author of the passage mention the report of the President’s Science Advisory Committee ( lines 14-15)?
A.To provide an example of government propaganda.
B.To support Carson’s ideas.
C.To indicate a growing government concern with the environment.
D.To validate the chemical industry’s claims.

Vietnam exports a lot of rice is grown mainly in the south of the country.
A.exports
B.is grown
C.in the south
D.the country

Today was such beautiful day that I couldn't bring myself to complete all my chores.
A.such beautiful day
B.myself
C.to complete
D.my chores

My sister told me that she had met my teacher at the supermarket yesterday.
A.My sister told
B.she had met
C.at the supermarket
D.yesterday

A.water
B.bamboo
C.eject
D.defend

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Successful salespeople know their products thoroughly ______.
A.and the needs of the market understood
B.but the needs of the market are understood properly
C.and understand the needs of the market properly
D.understanding the needs of the market