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TEST 4
Read the following advertisement and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate
the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 1 to 6.
INVEST IN NATURE, INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE
Wildlife Conservation: A Smart Choice for Everyone
Are you looking for a way to make a real difference? Join our Wildlife Conservation Program today!
Wildlife conservation is one of the most (1)_________ investments you can make for both nature and
the economy. Our program, (2)_________ has operated successfully for over 10 years, focuses on
protecting endangered species and restoring natural habitats across the country.
Every dollar you contribute creates economic (3)_________ effects throughout local communities,
supporting jobs and generating tax revenue. (4)_________ in 2014, our organization has helped restore
more than 500 hectares of natural habitats.
When you (5)_________ our monthly donation plan, you receive exclusive updates about the wildlife
you help protect. Research shows that investing in conservation is (6)_________ spending on short-term
environmental projects.
JOIN US TODAY!
Call: 1800-WILDLIFE
Visit: www.wildlifeconservation.org
Email: donate@wildlifeconservation.org
"Protecting nature today for a stronger economy tomorrow!"
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Question 1:A. beneficiary B. beneficial C. beneficent D. benefit
Question 2:A. whom B. that C. which D. who
Question 3:A. ripple B. cascade C. domino D. spillover
Question 4:A. Has established B. Which established C. Establishing D. Established
Question 5:A. get in on B. sign up for C. put in for D. go in for
Question 6:A. most effective than B. more effective as
C. effective more than D. more effective than
Read of the following leaflet and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 7 to 12.
UNLOCK YOUR CAREER POTENTIAL
Your Journey to Professional Success Starts Here!
Welcome to the Career Development Workshop 2026!
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Are you feeling stuck and need to get your career back (7)_________ track? Whether you are a fresh
graduate or an experienced professional, our workshop will help you build a meaningful and successful
career.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
Discover Your True Potential
Our expert coaches will teach you how to (8)_________ your skills confidently during job interviews
and networking events. (9)_________ changing careers can feel overwhelming, our proven strategies
will guide you through every step of the transition process.
OUR UNIQUE APPROACH
We provide (10)_________ comprehensive career development program that combines practical
exercises with personalized mentoring. Our workshop features an (11)_________ system designed by
industry experts.
WHY CHOOSE US?
What We Offer Benefits
Expert Mentorship Learn from successful professionals
Networking Events Connect with industry leaders
Personalized Coaching Get guidance tailored to your goals
Flexible Schedule Weekend and evening sessions available
Our professional development courses are designed to (12)_________ your growth and help you
achieve your career goals faster than ever.
WORKSHOP DETAILS
Date: March 22-23, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Venue: Grand Conference Center, 45 Innovation Street
Fee: 199 (Early bird: 149 before March 10)
REGISTER NOW!
Website: www.careerworkshop2026.com
Email: register@careerworkshop2026.com
Hotline: 1800-CAREER-UP
"Your future is not something you wait for—it's something you create!"
Limited seats available. Register today!
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Question 7:A. with B. for C. on D. at
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Question 8:A. articulate B. communicate C. verbalize D. express
Question 9:A. Despite B. Although C. However D. Whereas
Question 10:A. an B. the C. a D. Ø
Question 11:A. skill innovative assessment B. assessment skill innovative
C. innovative assessment skill D. innovative skill assessment
Question 12:A. accelerate B. expedite C. hasten D. quicken
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best arrangement of utterances or
sentences to make a meaningful exchange or text in each of the following questions from 13 to 17.
Question 13:
a. Emma: That's the magic – small habits feel easy, so you never quit, and those tiny steps add up to
something amazing over time.
b. Emma: I started learning Spanish just five minutes every day, and after six months, I can actually
understand songs now!
c. Tom: Only five minutes? That sounds too easy to work with, doesn't it?
A. c-b-a B. a-b-c C. b-c-a D. a-c-b
Question 14:
a. David: While I agree that protection is important, I think we should focus on species that benefit
ecosystems the most since our resources are limited.
b. Lisa: I believe we have a moral duty to protect wildlife because animals cannot speak for themselves,
and humans are the main cause of their suffering.
c. Lisa: That sounds practical, but every creature has its own value to nature, and we shouldn't play God
by deciding which animals deserve to live.
d. Lisa: Exactly, and that's why education is so powerful—when people understand how connected we all
are, they naturally want to protect the environment around them.
e. David: You make a good point, yet conservation also affects local communities, so we need ethical
frameworks that balance animal rights with human needs.
A. a-d-e-c-b B. b-a-c-e-d C. b-d-a-e-c D. e-b-c-a-d
Question 15:
Dear Sarah,
a. Even though recognition shouldn't matter so much to me, I sometimes wonder if I chose the wrong
career path when I was younger.
b. Although I work very hard every day as a museum archivist, most people don't even know that my
position exists in this building.
c. Since you work in a similar field as a librarian, I would love to hear your advice whenever you have
free time to reply.
d. I am writing to you because I feel frustrated with my job, and I need someone who truly understands my
situation.
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e. While my colleagues in marketing receive praise and bonuses regularly, I sit alone in the basement
preserving documents that nobody seems to appreciate.
With warm regards,
LK
A. b-e-a-d-c B. a-b-d-e-c C. c-e-d-a-b D. d-b-e-a-c
Question 16:
a. When we admit our limitations honestly, we become better listeners, and we open ourselves to learning
from people around us.
b. While it feels uncomfortable to say "I don't know" at first, this simple phrase builds trust with others,
and it shows strength rather than weakness in our character.
c. Intellectual humility means accepting that we don't know everything, and this mindset can actually
make us wiser over time.
d. If we embrace what we don't know, we can grow faster because curiosity drives us to explore new ideas
and different perspectives.
e. Although society often rewards people who seem confident and certain, true wisdom comes from those
who ask questions rather than pretend to have all the answers.
A. e-d-a-c-b B. d-a-c-e-b C. c-a-e-d-b D. c-d-e-a-b
Question 17:
a. Cultural keystone species are animals that hold deep meaning for human communities, and they shape
traditions, beliefs, and ways of life across generations.
b. While protecting endangered animals is important for ecosystems, it is equally vital for preserving
human identity, and this connection reminds us that nature and culture cannot be separated.
c. When we look at indigenous cultures around the world, we often find that certain animals appear in
their art, stories, and spiritual ceremonies.
d. If these symbolic species disappear from our planet, we lose more than just wildlife, and we also lose a
part of our cultural heritage forever.
e. Although modern cities disconnect us from nature gradually, many people still feel a strong bond with
animals like wolves, eagles, or salmon because these creatures represent freedom and strength.
A. a-c-e-d-b B. a-d-e-c-b C. a-b-c-e-d D. a-e-d-b-c
Read the following passage about Executive Presence and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer
sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 18 to 22.
Executive presence represents a complex paradox that challenges contemporary leaders in
unprecedented ways throughout their professional journeys. (18)_________. Many professionals mistakenly
assume that authenticity means remaining static throughout their careers; however, genuine leadership
demands perpetual evolution alongside unwavering core principles. Leaders who embrace developmental
opportunities, (19)_________. The fundamental tension between staying true to oneself and meeting
institutional expectations creates significant psychological complexity for ambitious professionals.
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What distinguishes exceptional executives from mediocre managers, according to contemporary
research, (20)_________. This delicate equilibrium requires substantial emotional intelligence and strategic
self-awareness developed over time. Furthermore, projecting confidence does not necessitate abandoning
personal values; rather, it involves expanding one's behavioral repertoire strategically and intentionally.
Effective leaders inspire subordinates through credible communication; (21)_________.
The cultivation of executive presence involves intentional practice and reflective analysis over
extended periods. Professionals must acknowledge that transformation strengthens rather than diminishes
authentic identity and character. Building sustainable influence requires understanding interpersonal
dynamics thoroughly; (22)_________. Modern leadership scholarship emphasizes that credibility emerges
from consistent alignment between articulated principles and observable actions daily. Ultimately,
successful executives navigate the authenticity-adaptation paradox skillfully by viewing personal growth as
enhancement rather than compromise, thereby achieving sustainable professional effectiveness and lasting
organizational impact.
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Question 18:
A. It is during annual leadership assessments that executives evaluate their professional performance
B. It is through continuous self-reflection that executives genuinely understand their profound impact on
organizational dynamics
C. It is through structured mentorship initiatives that managers gradually refine their interpersonal
leadership strategies
D. It is through collaborative decision-making processes that directors enhance organizational transparency
Question 19:
A. whose framework incorporated performance evaluation alongside strategic mentoring, strengthened
executive readiness among ambitious professionals
B. where executives encountered systematic feedback and developmental coaching, demonstrate notable
leadership maturity in organizations
C. which encompass feedback integration and behavioral adaptation, demonstrate remarkable professional
maturity and emotional sophistication
D. that had incorporated structured mentorship and reflective dialogue, cultivated considerable professional
competence among leaders
Question 20:
A. is the operational discipline that organizations frequently emphasize during leadership evaluation
B. is the strategic expertise that executives gradually accumulate through extensive managerial experience
C. is the professional reputation that ambitious leaders strive to maintain within hierarchical organizations
D. is their extraordinary capacity to balance vulnerability with authoritative decision-making
Question 21:
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A. consequently, organizational trust flourishes throughout hierarchical structures and departmental
boundaries
B. however, many managers encounter communication barriers within hierarchical organizational structures
C. meanwhile, leaders often refine their decision-making strategies in complex organizational contexts
D. furthermore, executives typically cultivate professional relationships across diverse corporate networks
Question 22:
A. however, many executives still struggle to balance authority with collaborative leadership practices
B. meanwhile, leaders frequently adapt their management approaches within evolving organizational
environments
C. therefore, executives should prioritize developing sophisticated relational competencies consistently
D. furthermore, managers often broaden their professional perspectives through international collaboration
Read the following passage about Generational Diversity in Contemporary Workplaces and mark the
letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions
from 23 to 30.
Modern organizations increasingly encompass employees spanning multiple generations, creating
unprecedented demographic complexity within professional environments. Baby Boomers, Generation X,
Millennials, and Generation Z now collaborate simultaneously, each cohort bringing distinctive perspectives
shaped by unique historical circumstances and technological exposures. This convergence presents both
formidable challenges and remarkable opportunities for enterprises seeking competitive advantages.
Understanding generational characteristics has become indispensable for managers navigating today's
multifaceted workforce landscape.
Divergent communication preferences and workplace expectations frequently generate friction
among age-diverse teams. Older employees often prioritize hierarchical structures and face-to-face
interactions, whereas younger counterparts gravitate toward digital platforms and horizontal collaboration.
These disparities can precipitate misunderstandings and diminish operational efficiency if left unaddressed.
However, organizations that proactively acknowledge such differences can transform potential conflicts into
catalysts for innovation and mutual learning experiences.
Cultivating inclusive environments requires deliberate strategies that accommodate varying
generational needs without fostering resentment. Mentorship initiatives enable seasoned professionals to
transmit institutional knowledge while simultaneously acquiring technological proficiency from junior
colleagues. Cross-functional projects encourage intergenerational cooperation, allowing participants to
appreciate complementary strengths. Recognition programs must acknowledge contributions equitably,
ensuring veterans and newcomers alike perceive their efforts as valued and meaningful.
Organizations successfully harnessing generational diversity consistently outperform homogeneous
competitors in problem-solving capabilities and creative output. The amalgamation of experiential
wisdom with contemporary insights produces solutions neither demographic could achieve
independently. Furthermore, multigenerational teams demonstrate enhanced adaptability when confronting
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market fluctuations or technological disruptions. Companies embracing this demographic richness position
themselves advantageously for sustained prosperity in rapidly evolving commercial landscapes, ultimately
transforming workforce diversity from a managerial challenge into a strategic asset.
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Question 23: Which of the following is NOT MENTIONED in the passage as a benefit of generational
diversity?
A. Improved problem-solving capabilities
B. Reduced operational costs
C. Enhanced creative output
D. Greater adaptability to market fluctuations
Question 24: The word “formidable” in paragraph 1 is OPPOSITE in meaning to _________.
A. daunting B. arduous C. strenuous D. negligible
Question 25: The word “precipitate” in paragraph 2 could be best replaced by _________.
A. instigate B. ameliorate C. mitigate D. forestall
Question 26: The word “their” in paragraph 3 refers to _________.
A. recognition programs
B. veterans and newcomers
C. contributions
D. complementary strengths
Question 27: Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 4?
A. Combining traditional knowledge with modern perspectives generates outcomes that older workers create
more effectively than younger ones.
B. Integrating practical expertise with current viewpoints develops responses that experienced employees
accomplish better working separately.
C. Merging seasoned knowledge with present-day thinking yields results that neither generational group
could attain working in isolation.
D. Blending historical awareness with innovative outlooks creates findings that both age categories would
produce equally when working alone.
Question 28: Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?
A. Younger workers generally favor hierarchical structures and traditional face-to-face communication
methods.
B. Homogeneous organizations typically outperform diverse teams in problem-solving and creativity.
C. Mentorship programs exclusively benefit senior employees seeking modern technological expertise.
D. Multigenerational teams show stronger adaptability during market shifts and tech disruptions.
Question 29: In which paragraph does the writer mention what can happen when generational differences
are not properly managed?
A. Paragraph 1 B. Paragraph 2 C. Paragraph 3 D. Paragraph 4
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Question 30: In which paragraph does the writer mention what mentorship initiatives allow experienced
professionals to do?
A. Paragraph 3 B. Paragraph 1 C. Paragraph 4 D. Paragraph 2
Read the following passage about the Reshaping the Modern Workplace and mark the letter A, B, C
or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions from 31 to 40.
The emergence of augmented intelligence represents a paradigm shift in how organizations
conceptualize human-machine collaboration. Rather than attempting to reinvent the wheel by completely
automating workforces, forward-thinking enterprises recognize that artificial intelligence functions most
effectively as a complementary tool. [I] This sophisticated technology excels at processing vast datasets and
executing repetitive operations with remarkable precision, thereby liberating employees to concentrate on
responsibilities demanding higher cognitive engagement. Consequently, businesses embracing this
collaborative model gain substantial competitive advantages in increasingly dynamic commercial
environments.
Despite considerable economic potential, the integration of artificial intelligence into professional
settings generates legitimate apprehension regarding employment displacement. Certain occupational
categories face heightened vulnerability as automation capabilities expand exponentially. Nevertheless,
humans retain distinctive competencies that machines cannot replicate authentically. [II] These irreplaceable
attributes encompass creative ideation, emotional comprehension, imaginative thinking, and strategic
reasoning. Such uniquely human characteristics ensure that workers possessing these skills remain
indispensable assets within technologically advanced organizations pursuing sustainable growth trajectories.
The optimal workplace configuration harmoniously blends mechanical efficiency with human
ingenuity. Artificial intelligence assumes responsibility for routine, data-intensive procedures while
personnel dedicate their expertise toward innovation, leadership cultivation, and sophisticated decisionmaking processes. [III] Organizations implementing thoughtfully designed integration frameworks witness
substantial improvements in operational productivity and creative output. This symbiotic arrangement
maximizes the distinctive strengths each contributor offers, generating outcomes neither could accomplish
independently through isolated efforts.
Augmented intelligence ultimately establishes an unprecedented collaborative paradigm uniting
human capabilities with technological prowess. [IV] This partnership transcends traditional employment
models by fostering environments where both entities contribute meaningfully toward shared objectives.
Companies successfully adopting these principles position themselves advantageously for navigating
future uncertainties while simultaneously enhancing workforce satisfaction. The transformation
signifies not merely technological adoption but fundamental reconceptualization of professional
collaboration, promising revolutionary implications for global economic landscapes and employment
structures worldwide.
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Question 31: The phrase “reinvent the wheel” in paragraph 1 has the closest meaning to _________.
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A. carry out B. come up with C. go over D. bring about
Question 32: Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage?
A. Artificial intelligence excels at processing vast datasets with remarkable precision and accuracy.
B. Humans possess distinctive competencies including creative ideation and emotional comprehension.
C. Organizations implementing integration frameworks witness improvements in operational productivity.
D. Governments worldwide have established specific regulations for artificial intelligence deployment.
Question 33: Where in the paragraph does the following sentence best fit?
Artificial intelligence serves to enhance rather than supplant human capabilities within organizational
structures.
A. [I] B. [II] C. [III] D. [IV]
Question 34: The word “apprehension” in paragraph 2 is OPPOSITE in meaning to _________.
A. trepidation B. composure C. perturbation D. consternation
Question 35: Which of the following best summarises paragraph 3?
A. Artificial intelligence should completely replace human workers in handling all organizational tasks for
optimal results.
B. Personnel must prioritize routine procedures over creative innovation to maintain consistent operational
productivity levels.
C. Effective workplaces integrate technological efficiency with human creativity, producing superior
collaborative outcomes together.
D. Organizations achieve maximum productivity when employees work independently without
technological assistance or integration.
Question 36: The word “their” in paragraph 3 refers to _________.
A. personnel B. procedures C. intelligence D. frameworks
Question 37: Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 4?
A. Businesses rejecting collaborative frameworks encounter difficulties managing unpredictable
circumstances and maintaining employee contentment.
B. Organizations prioritizing technological automation exclusively guarantee superior outcomes regardless
of workforce emotional engagement levels.
C. Enterprises focusing primarily on employee satisfaction neglect strategic preparation for confronting
forthcoming commercial challenges effectively.
D. Corporations effectively embracing these concepts secure favorable positions for handling upcoming
challenges while improving employee fulfillment.
Question 38: Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?
A. Artificial intelligence can authentically replicate human creative ideation and emotional comprehension
capabilities entirely.
B. Humans retain distinctive competencies that machines cannot duplicate including imaginative and
strategic thinking.
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C. Traditional employment models remain superior to augmented intelligence collaborative paradigms in
modern workplaces.
D. Organizations implementing integration frameworks witness declining productivity and diminished
creative output levels.
Question 39: Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?
A. Employees lacking technological proficiency will thrive equally in augmented intelligence workplace
environments.
B. Organizations should prioritize complete automation over collaborative human-machine integration
strategies entirely.
C. Workers developing creative and strategic abilities will remain valuable despite advancing automation
technologies.
D. Traditional employment structures will continue dominating modern workplaces regardless of
technological evolution.
Question 40: Which of the following best summarises the passage?
A. Augmented intelligence fosters productive human-machine partnerships that transform workplaces and
benefit organizations strategically.
B. Artificial intelligence threatens employment stability requiring organizations to implement protective
measures for vulnerable workers.
C. Traditional workplace structures demonstrate superior effectiveness compared to technologically
integrated collaborative modern environments.
D. Complete workforce automation represents the optimal strategy for organizations seeking sustained
competitive advantages globally.
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