25.The author makes it clear that in the 12th century,...
A) a castle consisted only of a tower.
B) castles were strong enough to repel any attack.
C) the towers were built of stone.
D) a castle was still a residence only for the army.
26. We learn that castles became stronger and more defensive...
A) in reaction to the development of new military strategies.
B) as new and better construction methods were developed.
C) as more and more buildings were added for the increasing population.
D) as they began to accommodate larger populations.
Read the text. Then choose the correct answer for the gaps 27-28 in the text.
The federal government is beginning to crack down on college graduates who default on their federally ... (27) school loans. In Philadelphia this week, federal officers impounded thirteen cars, including a Jaguar and a Lincoln, belonging to some of the 500 people in that section of the state who have failed to ... (28) to lending institutions' requests for payment.
27. A) insured B) insuring C) insures D) insure
28. A) respond B) offer C) involve D) apply
Read the text. Then choose the correct answer for the gaps 29-31 in the text.
Hunters wear orange and other bright (29)... in order to be as noticeable as possible, and thereby avoid (30)... by other hunters (31)... mistake.
29. A) colours B) boots C) guns D) shoes
30. A) shooting B) be shot C) to be shot D) being shot
31. A) by B)for C)with D)on
Read the text. Then choose the correct answer to questions 32-33.
Samba is one of the Brazil's most popular music and dance styles. There are many different types of samba, and these styles differ throughout Brazil. Today, one of the most popular types of samba comes from Bahia, a state in the eastern part of the country. It's called samba reggae. Today in Bahia, 80 percent of the population is black. Samba from this region of Brazil is heavily influenced by African rhythms. Modern samba reggae Is a mix of Rio samba, African drumbeats, and Jamaican reggae. It's a bit slower than Rio samba, and is usually performed in large groups.
Bahia's most famous drumming group is Olodum. Many people say, the group invented the samba reggae sound. Its members have also created local organizations to help young people and the poor. Every year in the city of Salvador in Bahia, the lively sounds of samba reggae fill the streets during Carnaval - one of the world's greatest parties.
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