Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

     Earthquakes are the most destructive natural disasters. They usually hit without any (23) ________and result in a great loss of life and an enormous demolition of buildings. Additionally, they may cause devastating landslides or (24) ________ gigantic tidal waves which, in fact, are colossal walls of water smashing into seashores with such force that they are capable of destroying coastal cities. (25) ________, the vast majority of fatalities and serious injuries come about when buildings collapse.

     Most frequently, the earthquake lasts 30 to 60 seconds, so usually there is no time to escape once the shaking starts. The savage (26) ________ of an earthquake trigger off a complex chain reaction in the building's structure when it is shaken, lifted, pushed or pulled. A building's height, its shape and construction materials are the most (27) ________factors deciding about the survival and collapse of the structure and, consequently, about the life or death of its inhabitants.

They usually hit without any (23) ________and result in a great loss of life and an enormous demolition of buildings.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges.

Bin'. “Hello. Can I speak to Lily, please? This is Bin.”

Paula'. “I'm sorry she's out. ________”

The museum director was neither friendly or professional in his approach to US.

Alice'. “Is Monday possible for you?”

     Chris'. “________”

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

There were so many members of the political party who had gone against the leader that he had to resign.

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

     There are many different ways to keep fit. One of the most important ways is by exercising. Exercising must be done on a regular basis. The amount of exercise done each time is dependent on the free time that a person has. Exercises can be done from twenty minutes to an hour. Sometimes, daily five- minute exercises are just as effective.

     Exercising can take place both indoors and outdoors. Those who exercise indoors often do so in the comfort of air-conditioned gymnasiums. They train on equipment that has been specifically designed to tone the different parts of the body. Sometimes, games can also be played indoors. Badminton courts and even some swimming pools are found indoors.

     There are many different types of outdoor exercises. These include tennis, cycling and even rock climbing. Most people enjoy outdoor activities because they like being in the sun or are attracted to its sense of peace and quiet. Yet there are others who like the wind blowing against them. Some of these activities are only suitable for people with a taste for adventure.

     Exercising is crucial in a different regime. The type of exercise a person takes up depends on his lifestyle and personality. It is important that a person finds an exercise that is suitable for him.

According to the passage, why do some people spend less time exercising?

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions.