Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 36 to 42.

   Although most universities in the United States are on a semester system, which offers classes in the fall and spring, some schools observe a quarter system comprised of fall, winter, spring, and summer quarters. The academic year, September to June, is divided into three quarters of eleven weeks each, beginning in September, January, and March; the summer quarter, June to August, is composed of shorter sessions of varying length.

   There are several advantages and disadvantages to the quarter system. On the plus side, students who wish to complete their degrees in less than the customary four years may take advantage of the opportunity to study year round by enrolling in all four quarters. In addition, although most students begin their programs in the fall quarter, they may enter at the beginning of any other quarters. Finally, since the physical facilities are kept in operation year round, the resources are used effectively to serve the greatest number of students. But there are several disadvantages as well. Many faculties complain that eleven-week term is simply not enough for them to cover the material required by most college courses. Students also find it difficult to complete the assignments in such a short period of time.

   In order to combine the advantages of the quarter system with those of the semester system some colleges and universities have instituted a three-term trimester system. In fourteen weeks, faculty and students have more time to cover material and finish course requirements, but the additional term provides options for admission during the year and accelerates the degree programs for those students who wish to graduate early.

Which of the following characteristics does NOT apply to trimesters?

          

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Students also have the opportunity to choose from a wide range of .................. courses in the university.

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He was the only .................. that was offered the job.

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A .................. is an official document that you receive when you have completed a course of study or training.

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The hag was heavy, so we could not take it with us.

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I would like to invite you to participate in the .................. ceremony.

Higher education is very importance (A) to national economies (B), and it is also a source source of trained and educated (C) personnel for the whole country (D).

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We offer a speedy and secure service of transferring money in less than 24 hours.

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The A-level (short for Advanced Level) is a General Certificate of Education set of exams in the UK.

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He had been expected to cope well with examinations and good results.

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Higher vocational (A) education and training that combines (B) teaching of both practical (C) skills and theoretical (D) expertise.

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Sue lives in a house. The house is opposite my house.

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Taking part in the Advanced Engineering Project gave me a chance to use my .................. to help society.

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She said, “I’ll call the police if you don’t leave immediately!”

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- Peter: “Thanks a lot for your wonderful gift.” - Mary: “ .................. ”

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Economics (A) have been developed (B) rapidly (C) since (D) the last few years.