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Question 1Reading

Read the passage: 'Many visitors assume that the deer in the park are fed by staff, but in fact they forage for themselves and rely on fallen leaves and acorns.' According to the passage, how do the deer obtain food?

  1. They are given acorns by visitors.
  2. They search for food on their own. Correct answer.
  3. They are fed daily by park staff.
  4. They eat only what the staff leave out.

Explanation

The passage states that the deer 'forage for themselves,' which means they find their own food. The phrase 'in fact' contrasts this with the visitors' mistaken assumption about staff feeding.

Question 2Reading

Read the passage: 'The museum's new wing opens next month. Until then, the east entrance will remain closed, and visitors should use the main gate on the south side.' What should visitors do before the new wing opens?

  1. Enter through the main gate on the south side. Correct answer.
  2. Ask staff to open the east entrance.
  3. Use the east entrance as usual.
  4. Wait until next month to visit at all.

Explanation

The passage explicitly tells visitors to use the main gate on the south side while the east entrance is closed. The other choices contradict information given in the text.

Question 3Reading

Read the passage: 'The city council approved the plan, but only after adding a condition: construction cannot begin until an independent review of traffic impact is completed.' What must happen before construction starts?

  1. Residents must vote on the project again.
  2. The construction company must change its design.
  3. The city council must approve a second plan.
  4. An independent traffic review must be finished. Correct answer.

Explanation

The condition attached to the approval specifies that construction cannot begin until an independent review of traffic impact is completed. This is the only stated prerequisite.

Question 4Reading

Read the passage: 'Unlike her brother, who preferred crowded markets, Elena found the quiet of the early-morning fish port far more appealing.' What does the passage suggest about Elena?

  1. She prefers calm places to busy ones. Correct answer.
  2. She dislikes her brother's company.
  3. She works at the fish port every morning.
  4. She enjoys crowded markets most of all.

Explanation

The comparison with her brother, who liked crowded markets, shows that Elena values quiet settings. 'Far more appealing' indicates her preference for calm environments.

Question 5Reading

Read the passage: 'The recipe calls for the sauce to simmer for twenty minutes. Stirring constantly is unnecessary; in fact, occasional stirring prevents the sauce from sticking.' What does the passage say about stirring the sauce?

  1. It should be avoided entirely.
  2. It must be done without stopping.
  3. It should be done only at the end.
  4. It should be done only now and then. Correct answer.

Explanation

The passage says constant stirring is unnecessary and that 'occasional stirring' prevents sticking. 'Occasional' means now and then, not continuously.

Question 6Reading

Read the passage: 'Applications submitted after the deadline will be considered only if spaces remain. Priority is given to those received on time.' What happens to late applications?

  1. They are given priority over on-time applications.
  2. They are rejected automatically without review.
  3. They are moved to the following year's deadline.
  4. They are considered only when space is available. Correct answer.

Explanation

The passage states that late applications are considered only if spaces remain, meaning they depend on availability. On-time applications still receive priority.

Question 7Reading

Read the passage: 'The bridge was closed for repairs throughout the summer, forcing commuters to take a detour that added nearly an hour to their journey.' What was the effect of the bridge closure?

  1. The repairs were finished ahead of schedule.
  2. A new bridge was built during the summer.
  3. Commuters faced much longer travel times. Correct answer.
  4. Commuters stopped traveling to work.

Explanation

The passage says the detour added nearly an hour to commuters' journeys, which is a significant increase in travel time. This is the stated consequence of the closure.

Question 8Reading

Read the passage: 'In her review, the critic praised the novel's vivid descriptions but complained that its ending felt rushed.' What was the critic's main criticism?

  1. The characters were unrealistic.
  2. The novel was too long.
  3. The descriptions were dull.
  4. The ending seemed hurried. Correct answer.

Explanation

The critic's complaint is that the ending 'felt rushed,' which means it seemed hurried or too quick. The vivid descriptions were praised, not criticized.

Question 9Reading

Read the passage: 'Although the software was designed for professional designers, its simple interface has attracted many hobbyists who have never studied design.' What can be inferred about the software?

  1. It is too complex for professional designers.
  2. It was created specifically for hobbyists.
  3. It requires formal design training to operate.
  4. It is easier to use than its original purpose suggests. Correct answer.

Explanation

The software was intended for professionals but attracted beginners because of its simple interface. This implies it is more accessible than its original target audience would suggest.

Question 10Reading

Read the passage: 'The company's profits rose sharply last quarter. However, analysts warn that much of the gain came from a one-time sale of a factory, and that underlying sales remained flat.' What do the analysts suggest about the profit rise?

  1. It will certainly continue next quarter.
  2. It proves the company's products are popular.
  3. It was caused by a rise in underlying sales.
  4. It may not reflect lasting business growth. Correct answer.

Explanation

Analysts note that the gain came largely from a one-time factory sale while underlying sales stayed flat. This implies the profit rise may not indicate sustainable growth.

Question 11Reading

Read the passage: 'The word "inevitable" in the sentence "With so little preparation, defeat seemed inevitable" most nearly means:'

  1. certain to happen Correct answer.
  2. unfairly decided
  3. easy to avoid
  4. difficult to explain

Explanation

In this context, 'inevitable' describes an outcome that cannot be prevented, meaning certain to happen. The lack of preparation makes defeat seem unavoidable.

Question 12Reading

Read the passage: 'The professor paused, looked over her glasses at the class, and said, "I trust you have all read the chapter." The silence that followed was answer enough.' What does the final sentence imply?

  1. The students were eager to discuss the chapter.
  2. The students had many questions to ask.
  3. The students had not read the chapter. Correct answer.
  4. The professor was satisfied with the class.

Explanation

The silence following the professor's question is described as 'answer enough,' implying the students could not confirm they had read the chapter. The implication is that they had not done the reading.

Question 13Reading

Read the passage: 'The article argues that remote work has reduced commuting time but may have weakened informal mentoring, as junior staff no longer overhear experienced colleagues solving problems.' Which statement best summarizes the argument?

  1. Junior staff prefer remote work to office work.
  2. Remote work improves mentoring by removing distractions.
  3. Commuting is the main cause of workplace problems.
  4. Remote work saves time but may reduce informal learning. Correct answer.

Explanation

The passage presents a trade-off: less commuting time but possibly weaker informal mentoring. A good summary captures both sides of this argument.

Question 14Reading

Read the passage: 'The sign at the trailhead reads: "Trails close at sunset. Hikers still on the trail after dark may be fined."' What does the sign warn hikers about?

  1. A rule against hiking in groups
  2. A fine for hiking without a map
  3. A penalty for being on the trail after dark Correct answer.
  4. A fee for entering the trail at sunrise

Explanation

The sign states that hikers still on the trail after dark may be fined, which is a penalty. The other options describe rules the sign does not mention.

Question 15Reading

Read the passage: 'The council's decision was met with applause from supporters, while opponents vowed to challenge it in court.' What does the passage indicate about the reaction to the decision?

  1. Everyone accepted the decision without complaint.
  2. The council reversed its decision immediately.
  3. Opinion was divided, and some will fight it legally. Correct answer.
  4. Opponents celebrated alongside supporters.

Explanation

Supporters applauded while opponents planned a legal challenge, showing divided opinion. The word 'while' contrasts the two reactions.

Question 16Reading

Read the passage: 'Despite its age, the wooden temple has survived earthquakes that destroyed nearby stone buildings, largely because its joints flex rather than crack under stress.' Why has the temple survived?

  1. Its flexible joints absorb movement. Correct answer.
  2. Its stone foundation is extremely heavy.
  3. It was rebuilt after each earthquake.
  4. It stands far from any fault line.

Explanation

The passage attributes the temple's survival to joints that flex rather than crack under stress. Flexibility allows the structure to move with the earthquake.

Question 17Reading

Read the passage: 'The novelist admitted that her first draft was "a mess," adding that rewriting was where the real work began.' What does the novelist mean?

  1. She prefers writing to rewriting.
  2. The revision stage is the most important part of writing. Correct answer.
  3. Her first drafts are usually excellent.
  4. She no longer writes first drafts.

Explanation

By calling the first draft 'a mess' and saying rewriting is where the real work begins, the novelist emphasizes the importance of revision. The metaphor stresses effort in rewriting.

Question 18Reading

Read the passage: 'The word "fragile" in the sentence "The peace agreement remained fragile, with both sides accusing each other of violations" most nearly means:'

  1. carefully written
  2. widely supported
  3. easily broken Correct answer.
  4. firmly established

Explanation

The agreement is described as fragile while both sides accuse each other of violations, suggesting it could easily collapse. 'Easily broken' fits this context.

Question 19Reading

Read the passage: 'The report notes that while recycling rates have climbed, the total amount of waste generated has grown even faster, so the volume sent to landfills has not fallen.' What conclusion does the report support?

  1. Waste generation has stopped growing.
  2. Landfill waste has decreased steadily.
  3. Higher recycling rates alone have not reduced landfill waste. Correct answer.
  4. Recycling programs have failed completely.

Explanation

The passage shows that recycling rose but waste generation rose faster, so landfill volume did not fall. This supports the conclusion that recycling alone has not solved the problem.

Question 20Reading

Read the passage: 'Visitors often mistake the building's glass dome for decoration, but it actually channels daylight into the central hall, cutting electricity use by a third.' What is the function of the glass dome?

  1. It provides a view of the city.
  2. It serves only as an ornament.
  3. It directs natural light into the hall. Correct answer.
  4. It generates electricity for the building.

Explanation

The passage corrects the assumption that the dome is decorative, explaining that it channels daylight into the hall. This function reduces electricity use.

Question 21Reading

Read the passage: 'The manager's email read: "Going forward, please route all client inquiries through the shared inbox rather than contacting clients directly."' What is the manager asking the staff to do?

  1. Create individual inboxes for each client.
  2. Stop responding to client inquiries.
  3. Contact clients by phone instead of email.
  4. Send client inquiries through a common inbox. Correct answer.

Explanation

The instruction is to route inquiries through the shared inbox instead of contacting clients directly. 'Shared inbox' means a common inbox used by the team.

Question 22Reading

Read the passage: 'Critics of the policy argue that it addresses the symptoms of the housing shortage rather than its causes, comparing it to giving painkillers to a patient who needs surgery.' What is the critics' point?

  1. The policy treats effects without solving the root problem. Correct answer.
  2. The policy should focus on medical care.
  3. The policy will cure the housing shortage quickly.
  4. The policy is too expensive to implement.

Explanation

The medical analogy contrasts treating symptoms with curing causes. The critics argue the policy deals with effects rather than the underlying cause of the shortage.

Question 23Reading

Read the passage: 'Far from being a passive record of events, the diary was clearly shaped by its author's desire to be remembered favorably by future readers.' What does the passage imply about the diary?

  1. It records events with complete objectivity.
  2. It was never intended to be read by anyone.
  3. It was written by someone other than its author.
  4. Its account is influenced by the author's self-image. Correct answer.

Explanation

The phrase 'far from being a passive record' signals that the diary is not neutral. The author's wish to be remembered favorably suggests the account is shaped by self-presentation.

Question 24Reading

Read the passage: 'The proposal was praised for its ambition but criticized for its timetable, which many considered unrealistic given the scale of the work involved.' What is the nature of the criticism?

  1. The plan cannot realistically be completed in the time allowed. Correct answer.
  2. The plan costs more than expected.
  3. The plan ignores the scale of the work.
  4. The plan is not ambitious enough.

Explanation

The criticism targets the timetable as unrealistic 'given the scale of the work.' This means the schedule does not allow enough time for the required effort.

Question 25Reading

Read the passage: 'The scientist's findings were initially dismissed as too strange to be true. Only after three independent teams reproduced her results did the wider community accept them.' What does the passage suggest about scientific acceptance?

  1. It rejects all unusual findings permanently.
  2. It comes immediately to any new idea.
  3. It relies on a single researcher's reputation.
  4. It often depends on independent confirmation. Correct answer.

Explanation

The findings were accepted only after three independent teams reproduced them, showing that independent confirmation drives acceptance. The passage illustrates how replication builds credibility.

Question 26Reading

Read the passage: 'The museum's new wing, which opened to the public in March, houses a collection of ceramics donated by a local family. Admission to the wing is included in the general ticket, though visitors must reserve a timed slot in advance.' According to the passage, what must visitors do to enter the new wing?

  1. Join a guided tour of the collection
  2. Buy a separate ceramics ticket
  3. Request permission from the donor family
  4. Reserve a timed slot beforehand Correct answer.

Explanation

The passage states that admission is included in the general ticket but that visitors must reserve a timed slot in advance. No separate ticket, tour, or permission from the family is mentioned, so reserving a slot is the only stated requirement.

Question 27Reading

Read the passage: 'The city's bike-share program began with 200 bicycles at 15 stations. Two years later it operates 1,200 bicycles at 90 stations, and annual membership has tripled.' Which statement is best supported by the passage?

  1. The program has expanded in both fleet size and number of stations Correct answer.
  2. Most riders now use the bicycles for commuting to work
  3. The program has become profitable for the city
  4. Annual membership has remained stable since launch

Explanation

The numbers show bicycles rising from 200 to 1,200 and stations from 15 to 90, which directly supports growth in both fleet and stations. The passage gives no information about trip purposes or finances, and it says membership tripled rather than stayed stable.

Question 28Reading

Read the passage: 'The recipe calls for the dough to rest in the refrigerator overnight. According to the author, this step is not optional: chilling slows the yeast, which improves both flavor and texture.' Why does the author insist on chilling the dough?

  1. It prevents the dough from rising at all
  2. It shortens the total preparation time
  3. It slows yeast activity, improving flavor and texture Correct answer.
  4. It allows the baker to add more yeast later

Explanation

The passage explicitly links chilling to slower yeast activity and better flavor and texture. The other options either contradict the text or introduce ideas the passage does not contain.

Question 29Reading

Read the passage: 'The word "sparse" in the sentence "The vegetation on the upper slopes was sparse, with only a few hardy shrubs surviving the wind" most nearly means:'

  1. Recently planted
  2. Deliberately arranged
  3. Brightly colored
  4. Thinly distributed Correct answer.

Explanation

The context of only a few shrubs surviving harsh wind indicates that the vegetation was thin or scattered. Color, planting history, and arrangement are not supported by the surrounding clues.

Question 30Reading

Read the passage: 'Notice: The library will close at 5 p.m. on Friday for staff training. Items due that day may be returned on Saturday without a late fee.' What can borrowers conclude from the notice?

  1. All items must be returned before Friday
  2. The library will be closed all weekend
  3. Returning a Friday-due item on Saturday carries no penalty Correct answer.
  4. Late fees are never charged by the library

Explanation

The notice says items due Friday can be returned Saturday without a late fee, which directly supports this conclusion. It says nothing about weekend closure, about returning everything early, or about the library never charging fees.

Question 31Reading

Read the passage: 'The author describes the invention of the telegraph as "a change in the speed of thought." By this she means that messages could now travel faster than any person could carry them.' What does the phrase "a change in the speed of thought" refer to?

  1. A decline in the number of letters people wrote
  2. The author's own quick decision to write the book
  3. A new theory about how the human brain works
  4. The faster transmission of messages over long distances Correct answer.

Explanation

The passage immediately explains the phrase by saying messages could travel faster than any person could carry them. This is a comparison to the speed of communication, not a claim about neuroscience or the author's writing process.

Question 32Reading

Read the passage: 'The survey found that 70 percent of employees preferred starting work before 8 a.m. However, the same survey showed that only 40 percent actually arrived by that time.' What does the contrast in the passage suggest?

  1. Most employees dislike early starts
  2. Arriving early improves job performance
  3. Employees' preferences do not always match their actual behavior Correct answer.
  4. The survey results were entirely unreliable

Explanation

A preference held by 70 percent but practiced by only 40 percent shows a gap between what people want and what they do. The passage offers no evidence that the survey was invalid or that performance is affected.

Question 33Reading

Read the passage: 'The sign beside the elevator reads: "Out of service until further notice. Please use the stairs or the elevator in the east lobby."' What does the sign tell readers to do?

  1. Use the stairs or the east lobby elevator Correct answer.
  2. Wait beside the elevator for repairs
  3. Take the elevator to a different floor
  4. Report the problem to the front desk

Explanation

The sign names two alternatives: the stairs and the elevator in the east lobby. It gives no instruction to wait, report the problem, or choose another floor.

Question 34Reading

Read the passage: 'The novel's narrator is a child who misunderstands much of what she sees. Readers, however, gradually piece together the truth that the adults around her are hiding.' What effect does the child narrator most likely create?

  1. The narrator explains events directly to readers
  2. The story becomes difficult to follow
  3. The adults appear honest and open
  4. Readers understand more than the narrator does Correct answer.

Explanation

Because the narrator misunderstands events while readers piece together the truth, the reader knows more than the narrator. This gap does not make the story confusing by design, nor does it make the adults honest.

Question 35Reading

Read the passage: 'Although the two studies used identical methods, their conclusions differed sharply. The researchers agree that the discrepancy probably stems from the populations sampled, not from any error in the procedure.' What do the researchers believe explains the differing conclusions?

  1. A failure to use identical methods
  2. Mistakes in the experimental procedure
  3. Differences in the groups that were studied Correct answer.
  4. Disagreement about how to interpret statistics

Explanation

The passage states that the discrepancy probably comes from the populations sampled, meaning the groups studied. The researchers explicitly rule out procedural error and note that the methods were identical.

Question 36Reading

Read the passage: 'The company introduced a four-day workweek as a six-month experiment. Productivity remained steady, but several managers reported that scheduling meetings across four days was harder than expected.' Which statement best summarizes the passage?

  1. Managers opposed the experiment from the start
  2. The company ended the experiment after six months
  3. The experiment raised productivity and simplified scheduling
  4. The experiment preserved output but created scheduling challenges Correct answer.

Explanation

The passage reports steady productivity alongside managers' difficulty scheduling meetings, which the first option captures. It does not claim a productivity increase, initial manager opposition, or that the experiment ended.

Question 37Reading

Read the passage: 'The word "temperate" in the sentence "Her response to the criticism was temperate, acknowledging the valid points while calmly explaining her reasoning" most nearly means:'

  1. Overly cautious
  2. Angry and defensive
  3. Restrained and moderate Correct answer.
  4. Vague and unclear

Explanation

The context of calmly explaining reasoning while acknowledging valid points points to a moderate, restrained response. The word is contrasted with an angry or defensive reaction, and nothing suggests vagueness.

Question 38Reading

Read the passage: 'The article notes that coral reefs support roughly a quarter of all marine species at some point in their lives. It argues that protecting reefs is therefore not merely an environmental cause but an economic one, given the fisheries and tourism they sustain.' How does the author connect ecology to economics?

  1. Environmental causes rarely have economic value
  2. Marine species are less important than fisheries
  3. Tourism has caused the decline of coral reefs
  4. Reefs support species that fisheries and tourism depend on Correct answer.

Explanation

The author links reefs' role as habitat to the fisheries and tourism they sustain, making protection an economic concern. The passage does not blame tourism for reef decline or rank species against fisheries.

Question 39Reading

Read the passage: 'The coach told the team that the loss was "a gift." She explained that the game had exposed weaknesses that practice alone would never have revealed.' Why does the coach call the loss a gift?

  1. It allowed the team to rest before the next game
  2. It proved the opposing team was stronger
  3. It revealed weaknesses the team could not otherwise see Correct answer.
  4. It guaranteed the team a place in the playoffs

Explanation

The coach's explanation defines the gift as exposure of weaknesses that practice would not reveal. Rest, playoff standing, and the opponent's strength are not mentioned as reasons.

Question 40Reading

Read the passage: 'The city plans to replace its aging water pipes over the next decade. Engineers warn that the work will require repeated road closures, but delaying it risks far more disruptive failures.' What is the engineers' attitude toward the replacement plan?

  1. Supportive despite acknowledging short-term inconvenience Correct answer.
  2. Confident that no closures will be needed
  3. Strongly opposed because of the road closures
  4. Indifferent to the timing of the project

Explanation

The engineers accept the plan because delay risks worse failures, even while warning about closures. This is support with acknowledged costs, not opposition or indifference.

Question 41Reading

Read the passage: 'The museum label reads: "This vase was once thought to be a modern copy. Scientific testing of its clay later confirmed that it was made in the 5th century BCE."' What does the label say about the vase?

  1. Testing showed it is far older than once believed Correct answer.
  2. It was made in the 19th century as a copy
  3. It has never been tested scientifically
  4. Its clay came from a modern quarry

Explanation

The label contrasts an earlier belief that the vase was a modern copy with testing that dated it to the 5th century BCE, confirming it is much older. The other options contradict the label.

Question 42Reading

Read the passage: 'The writer claims that dictionaries should record usage rather than prescribe it. Yet her own style guide insists on a long list of rules, a position that seems hard to square with her stated principle.' What criticism does the passage make of the writer?

  1. Her style guide appears inconsistent with her stated principle Correct answer.
  2. She relies too heavily on dictionaries in her work
  3. She refuses to state any principle at all
  4. Her style guide is too short to be useful

Explanation

The passage sets her principle of recording usage against her rule-based style guide and calls the combination hard to square, meaning inconsistent. It does not criticize her use of dictionaries, her guide's length, or claim she states no principle.

Question 43Reading

Read the passage: 'The festival was moved indoors after forecasts predicted heavy rain. Attendance, which organizers had feared would drop, actually rose by 20 percent compared with the previous year.' What does the passage suggest about the effect of moving the festival indoors?

  1. It may have increased attendance rather than reducing it Correct answer.
  2. It caused many visitors to stay home
  3. It had no measurable effect on attendance
  4. It forced organizers to cancel the event

Explanation

Organizers expected attendance to fall, but it rose by 20 percent, suggesting the indoor move did not deter visitors and may even have helped. The event was not canceled and attendance clearly changed.

Question 44Reading

Read the passage: 'The word "reluctant" in the sentence "The committee was reluctant to approve the plan without further evidence, so it postponed the vote" most nearly means:'

  1. Eager
  2. Required
  3. Unwilling Correct answer.
  4. Unable

Explanation

Postponing the vote for lack of evidence shows the committee was unwilling to approve yet. "Eager" is the opposite, "unable" suggests incapacity, and "required" reverses the meaning.

Question 45Reading

Read the passage: 'The report concludes that the new policy has reduced waiting times at clinics. Its critics point out, however, that the report measures waiting times only at urban clinics, where staffing was already adequate.' What is the critics' main point?

  1. The evidence covers only a limited set of clinics Correct answer.
  2. Urban clinics have too few staff
  3. The policy was never implemented
  4. Waiting times have actually increased

Explanation

The critics note that the data come only from urban clinics with adequate staffing, which limits how far the conclusion can be generalized. They do not claim times rose, that the policy was unimplemented, or that urban clinics are understaffed.

Question 46Reading

Read the passage: 'The composer's early works were written for small ensembles and performed in private homes. Only in her thirties did she begin composing for full orchestras, and it was these later pieces that brought her public recognition.' Which statement is supported by the passage?

  1. She composed for full orchestras before her thirties
  2. Her early works brought her immediate fame
  3. Her early works were performed in concert halls
  4. Her orchestral works earned her public recognition Correct answer.

Explanation

The passage states that her later orchestral pieces brought public recognition. It places her early performances in private homes and her orchestral work after her thirties, so the other options conflict with the text.

Question 47Reading

Read the passage: 'The startup's founders describe their product as "a solution in search of a problem." They mean that the technology works impressively but that no one has yet found a compelling use for it.' What does the founders' description imply about the product?

  1. Its technical merit has not yet translated into clear usefulness Correct answer.
  2. It solves a problem that no other product addresses
  3. It was designed without any testing
  4. It is too expensive to produce at scale

Explanation

The founders themselves say the technology works but lacks a compelling use, implying that technical success has not yet become practical value. The phrase does not concern cost, testing, or solving a unique problem.

Question 48Reading

Read the passage: 'Historians once treated oral accounts as unreliable supplements to written records. More recent scholarship, however, has shown that in communities without written archives, carefully collected oral histories can preserve details that official documents omit.' What shift does the passage describe?

  1. A rejection of written records as unreliable
  2. A decline in the number of written archives
  3. A return to older methods of collecting documents
  4. A reevaluation of oral accounts as historical evidence Correct answer.

Explanation

The passage contrasts earlier dismissal of oral accounts with recent recognition of their value, which is a reevaluation. It does not reject written records, note a decline in archives, or describe a return to old methods.

Question 49Reading

Read the passage: 'The reviewer concedes that the film's special effects are dazzling, then adds that "dazzle is not the same as depth." She notes that the characters remain unchanged from the opening scene to the last.' What is the reviewer's overall judgment of the film?

  1. Both visually and dramatically successful
  2. Visually impressive but emotionally or dramatically shallow Correct answer.
  3. Technically poor but emotionally powerful
  4. Neither visually nor dramatically effective

Explanation

The reviewer grants dazzling effects but argues they lack depth, backing this with the observation that characters do not change. This combines praise for visuals with criticism of dramatic substance.

Question 50Reading

Read the passage: 'The proposal to ban cars from the city center was supported by a narrow majority. Opponents argued that the vote reflected enthusiasm for the idea in principle rather than confidence in the specific plan, which lacked details on deliveries and disabled access.' What is the basis of the opponents' argument?

  1. The plan included too many details about deliveries
  2. Support for the general idea does not prove support for this particular plan Correct answer.
  3. The majority of residents opposed banning cars entirely
  4. The vote was conducted unfairly

Explanation

The opponents distinguish enthusiasm for the idea in principle from confidence in the specific plan, pointing to missing details as evidence. They do not claim most residents oppose a ban, that the plan was too detailed, or that the vote was unfair.