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.
The ability to weep is a uniquely human form of emotional response. Some scientists have suggested that human tears are (16)_________of an aquatic past, but this does not seem very likely. We cry from the moment we enter this world, for a number of reasons. Helpless babies cry to persuade their parents that they are ill, hungry or uncomfortable. As they (17)_________, they will also cry just to attract parental attention and will often stop when they get it.
The idea that having a good cry do you (18)_________is a very old one and now it has scientific validity since recent research into tears has shown that they (19) a natural painkiller called enkaphalin. By fighting sorrow and pain, this chemical helps you feel better. Weeping can increase the quantities of enkaphalin you (20)_________.
Unfortunately, in our society, we impose restrictions upon this naturally (21)_________activity. Because some people still regard it as a (22) of weakness in men, boys in particular are admonished when they cry. This kind of repression can only increase stress, both emotionally and physically.
Tears of emotion also help the body (23)_________itself of toxic chemical waste, for there is more protein in
them than in tears resulting from cold winds or other irritants. Crying comforts and calms can be very
enjoyable - (24)_________the popularity of highly emotional films which are commonly (25)_________“weepies”. It seems that people enjoy crying together almost as much as laughing together.Question 16
A: evidence
B: display
C: result
D: witness
Đáp án là A. evidence: bằng chứng. “human tears are evidence of an aquatic past - nước mắt của con người là bằng chứng của một quá khứ thủy sinh”
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The use of vitamin_________and herbs has become increasingly popular among Americans
Soil erosion is a result of forests being cut down carelessly.
There was nothing they could do_________leave the car at the roadside where it had broken down.
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to show the underlined part that needs correction
He has hardly never given a more impressive performance than this
We’re having a reunion this weekend. Why don’t you come? John said to us.
Not having written about the required topic,_________a low mark
Please, will you just tidy your room, and stop_________excuses!
You shouldn’t have leaked our confidential report to the press, Frank! said Jane
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Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to show the underlined part that needs correction.
A lot of people stop smoking because they are afraid their health will be affected and early death
"We lost the last game because of the referee,” said the team captain.