Câu hỏi:
29/08/2024 541* 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 43 to 50.
Working on the computer is very tough on your body, which is not used to this modem type of work. Sitting has long been known to cause back pain and negatively influence circulation, which can promote cardiovascular disease. Extensive use of the keyboard and mouse can lead to stiffening of the muscles in your hands, arms, and neck. Staring at a bright screen for too long can cause dry eyes and headaches. So, computer work can be as unhealthy a job as you can imagine.
First and foremost, sitting for long stretches of time is a very serious health risk! Sitting affects your blood circulation, your back experiences a steady stress, you are more likely to drink and eat stuff that isn’t good for you, and you bum very little calories, making it more likely that you overeat. As a result, sitting contributes to a host of conditions, most notably gaining weight, diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and consequently a shortened life span.
Second, bad posture causes pain. You can develop bad posture from anything you do habitually, whether it’s sitting, standing, or walking. The typical consequences associated with bad posture while working on the computer are pain in the back, shoulder, and neck, often resulting in tension headaches.
Third, staring at the screen causes eve strain. Staring at a bright screen for hours can lead to eye fatigue or eye strain, headaches, blurred vision, burning, itching or tearing eyes, and temporary vision disorders. Fortunately, eye strain rarely results in a permanent condition and symptoms can be prevented or cured rather easily.
Last, but not least, emotional pressure and isolation cause anxiety and depression. Computers are very efficient tools in that they help us with getting more work done in less time. At the same time, you spend less face-to-face time with your colleagues, family, or friends. This can lead to isolation, anxiety, and depression, i.e. both physical and mental health issues. The symptoms are manifold and can include tense muscles, back pain, headaches, poor sleep (insomnia), increased or flat breathing, quickened pulse, and generally signs of stress, depression, or anxiety.
(Adaptedfrom: http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/5-reasons-working-with-compiiters-is-bad-for-you-how-to-stay-healthy/)
What is the organization of the passage?
A. Advantages and disadvantages
B. Problems and solutions
C. Causes and effects
D. Comparing and contrasting
Trả lời:
Đáp án C
Theo các thông tin, bài văn cung cấp, ta thấy:
- “sitting for long stretches of time is a very serious health risk! “
- “bad posture causes pain.”
- “staring at the screen causes eve strain. “
- “emotional pressure and isolation cause anxiety and depression.”
Dịch nghĩa:
“Làm việc trên máy tính rất khắc nghiệt đối với cơ thể của bạn, cơ thể vốn không quen với loại công việc hiện đại này. Ngồi lâu đã từ lâu được biết là gây ra đau lưng và ảnh hưởng tiêu cực đến tuần hoàn máu, điều này có thể góp phần gây ra bệnh tim mạch. Việc sử dụng bàn phím và chuột quá mức có thể dẫn đến cứng cơ ở tay, cánh tay, và cổ. Nhìn vào màn hình sáng quá lâu có thể gây khô mắt và đau đầu. Do đó, làm việc trên máy tính có thể là một công việc gây hại cho sức khỏe hơn bạn nghĩ.
Đầu tiên, Ngồi lâu ảnh hưởng đến tuần hoàn máu của bạn, lưng của bạn phải chịu đựng căng thẳng liên tục, và bạn có nhiều khả năng sẽ ăn uống những thứ không tốt cho sức khỏe. Ngoài ra, bạn cũng đốt cháy rất ít calo, khiến bạn dễ ăn quá nhiều. Kết quả là, việc ngồi lâu góp phần vào hàng loạt các vấn đề sức khỏe, đặc biệt là tăng cân, tiểu đường, bệnh tim, ung thư, và do đó là rút ngắn tuổi thọ.
Thứ hai, Bạn có thể phát triển tư thế xấu từ bất kỳ thói quen nào, dù là ngồi, đứng hay đi bộ. Những hậu quả điển hình liên quan đến tư thế xấu khi làm việc trên máy tính là đau lưng, vai, và cổ, thường dẫn đến đau đầu do căng thẳng.
Thứ ba, Nhìn vào màn hình sáng trong nhiều giờ có thể dẫn đến mỏi mắt, đau đầu, mờ mắt, cảm giác bỏng rát, ngứa hoặc chảy nước mắt, và rối loạn thị lực tạm thời. May mắn thay, căng mắt hiếm khi dẫn đến tình trạng vĩnh viễn và các triệu chứng này có thể được ngăn ngừa hoặc chữa trị dễ dàng.
Cuối cùng, nhưng không kém phần quan trọng, áp lực cảm xúc và sự cô lập gây ra lo lắng, trầm cảm. Máy tính là công cụ rất hiệu quả vì chúng giúp chúng ta hoàn thành nhiều công việc hơn trong thời gian ngắn hơn. Tuy nhiên, bạn dành ít thời gian tiếp xúc trực tiếp với đồng nghiệp, gia đình, hoặc bạn bè. Điều này có thể dẫn đến sự cô lập, lo âu, và trầm cảm, tức là các vấn đề về cả sức khỏe thể chất và tinh thần. Các triệu chứng bao gồm căng cơ, đau lưng, đau đầu, giấc ngủ kém (mất ngủ), hơi thở gấp hoặc nông, nhịp tim nhanh, và các dấu hiệu căng thẳng, trầm cảm hoặc lo âu.
CÂU HỎI HOT CÙNG CHỦ ĐỀ
Câu 1:
*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 24 to 30.
Twenty-five students from Walling School are currently living in France. They are there for three months as part of a living-abroad project. The 16- and 17-year-old students are living with French families and attending a French school. Most of the students have taken French language classes for 3 or 4 years and are finally getting an opportunity to use their French. Not only are students learning a new language, but they are learning about a new culture, too. Students have been particularly surprised about the French attitude towards food. “They won’t leave anything on their plate,” says Vanessa Athol. “They aren’t wasteful at all.” Vanessa has vowed to be more careful with waste when returning to the United States. The group’s chaperone, Mrs. Smith, has been pleased with the students’ acquisition of language. “Even the most timid are trying their best to speak. The students are learning a lot. I’m very impressed,” she said. Mrs. Smith added that she thinks living with a French family makes a difference because students are forced to speak French. “We are all very grateful to the French families who are hosting us.” The French families are happy to have the students, as they are getting to leam about American culture. Both groups will be celebrating the exchange at a large potluck dinner at the end of the stay. There will be a slide show of memories and the students will speak about their experiences. Currently, the American students are periodically posting pictures and student essays on the Walling School website. “Living in France is an experience I’ll never forget,” writes student Tina Davis. “I know I’ll want to eat these croissants and this Camembert for the rest of my life!” (Source: 'Master TOEFL Junior (2014))
According to the passage, how will the students conclude their stay?
Câu 2:
*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 24 to 30. Twenty-five students from Walling School are currently living in France. They are there for three months as part of a living-abroad project. The 16- and 17-year-old students are living with French families and attending a French school. Most of the students have taken French language classes for 3 or 4 years and are finally getting an opportunity to use their French. Not only are students learning a new language, but they are learning about a new culture, too. Students have been particularly surprised about the French attitude towards food. “They won’t leave anything on their plate,” says Vanessa Athol. “They aren’t wasteful at all.” Vanessa has vowed to be more careful with waste when returning to the United States. The group’s chaperone, Mrs. Smith, has been pleased with the students’ acquisition of language. “Even the most timid are trying their best to speak. The students are learning a lot. I’m very impressed,” she said. Mrs. Smith added that she thinks living with a French family makes a difference because students are forced to speak French. “We are all very grateful to the French families who are hosting us.” The French families are happy to have the students, as they are getting to leam about American culture. Both groups will be celebrating the exchange at a large potluck dinner at the end of the stay. There will be a slide show of memories and the students will speak about their experiences. Currently, the American students are periodically posting pictures and student essays on the Walling School website. “Living in France is an experience I’ll never forget,” writes student Tina Davis. “I know I’ll want to eat these croissants and this Camembert for the rest of my life!” (Source: 'Master TOEFL Junior (2014))
What can be implied about the culture in France?
Câu 3:
*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 24 to 30.
Twenty-five students from Walling School are currently living in France. They are there for three months as part of a living-abroad project. The 16- and 17-year-old students are living with French families and attending a French school. Most of the students have taken French language classes for 3 or 4 years and are finally getting an opportunity to use their French.
Not only are students learning a new language, but they are learning about a new culture, too. Students have been particularly surprised about the French attitude towards food. “They won’t leave anything on their plate,” says Vanessa Athol. “They aren’t wasteful at all.” Vanessa has vowed to be more careful with waste when returning to the United States.
The group’s chaperone, Mrs. Smith, has been pleased with the students’ acquisition of language. “Even the most timid are trying their best to speak. The students are learning a lot. I’m very impressed,” she said. Mrs. Smith added that she thinks living with a French family makes a difference because students are forced to speak French. “We are all very grateful to the French families who are hosting us.”
The French families are happy to have the students, as they are getting to leam about American culture. Both groups will be celebrating the exchange at a large potluck dinner at the end of the stay. There will be a slide show of memories and the students will speak about their experiences. Currently, the American students are periodically posting pictures and student essays on the Walling School website. “Living in France is an experience I’ll never forget,” writes student Tina Davis. “I know I’ll want to eat these croissants and this Camembert for the rest of my life!”
(Source: 'Master TOEFL Junior (2014))
Which title would be the most suitable for this article?
Câu 4:
*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 24 to 30.
Twenty-five students from Walling School are currently living in France. They are there for three months as part of a living-abroad project. The 16- and 17-year-old students are living with French families and attending a French school. Most of the students have taken French language classes for 3 or 4 years and are finally getting an opportunity to use their French.
Not only are students learning a new language, but they are learning about a new culture, too. Students have been particularly surprised about the French attitude towards food. “They won’t leave anything on their plate,” says Vanessa Athol. “They aren’t wasteful at all.” Vanessa has vowed to be more careful with waste when returning to the United States.
The group’s chaperone, Mrs. Smith, has been pleased with the students’ acquisition of language. “Even the most timid are trying their best to speak. The students are learning a lot. I’m very impressed,” she said. Mrs. Smith added that she thinks living with a French family makes a difference because students are forced to speak French. “We are all very grateful to the French families who are hosting us.”
The French families are happy to have the students, as they are getting to leam about American culture. Both groups will be celebrating the exchange at a large potluck dinner at the end of the stay. There will be a slide show of memories and the students will speak about their experiences. Currently, the American students are periodically posting pictures and student essays on the Walling School website. “Living in France is an experience I’ll never forget,” writes student Tina Davis. “I know I’ll want to eat these croissants and this Camembert for the rest of my life!”
(Source: 'Master TOEFL Junior (2014))
According to the passage, which of the following is TRUE?
Câu 5:
*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 24 to 30.
Twenty-five students from Walling School are currently living in France. They are there for three months as part of a living-abroad project. The 16- and 17-year-old students are living with French families and attending a French school. Most of the students have taken French language classes for 3 or 4 years and are finally getting an opportunity to use their French.
Not only are students learning a new language, but they are learning about a new culture, too. Students have been particularly surprised about the French attitude towards food. “They won’t leave anything on their plate,” says Vanessa Athol. “They aren’t wasteful at all.” Vanessa has vowed to be more careful with waste when returning to the United States.
The group’s chaperone, Mrs. Smith, has been pleased with the students’ acquisition of language. “Even the most timid are trying their best to speak. The students are learning a lot. I’m very impressed,” she said. Mrs. Smith added that she thinks living with a French family makes a difference because students are forced to speak French. “We are all very grateful to the French families who are hosting us.”
The French families are happy to have the students, as they are getting to leam about American culture. Both groups will be celebrating the exchange at a large potluck dinner at the end of the stay. There will be a slide show of memories and the students will speak about their experiences. Currently, the American students are periodically posting pictures and student essays on the Walling School website. “Living in France is an experience I’ll never forget,” writes student Tina Davis. “I know I’ll want to eat these croissants and this Camembert for the rest of my life!”
(Source: 'Master TOEFL Junior (2014))
In paragraph 3, the word “acquisition” is closest in meaning to_________.
Câu 6:
*Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges.
“Do you like my jacket? It’s made of pure silk.” “___________”
Câu 7:
* Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
One meeting has already taken place and we expect the programme to run over the next two years.
Câu 8:
* Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
They had their baby daughter in June and, since then, they________in restaurants very often.
Câu 9:
* Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined
part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
Câu 10:
* Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on you answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the rest in the position of the main stress in each of the following questions.
Câu 11:
* Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
By any sensible logic, fighting terrorism with war is only counter-productive and in the long run only adds fuel to the fire.
Câu 12:
* Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to show the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.
The legal system has much safeguards to protect the right of a defendant to an impartial jury.
Câu 13:
* Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Another approach addressing public concerns_________to foreign investment is to emphasize corporate responsibility.
Câu 14:
* 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 43 to 50.
Working on the computer is very tough on your body, which is not used to this modem type of work. Sitting has long been known to cause back pain and negatively influence circulation, which can promote cardiovascular disease. Extensive use of the keyboard and mouse can lead to stiffening of the muscles in your hands, arms, and neck. Staring at a bright screen for too long can cause dry eyes and headaches. So, computer work can be as unhealthy a job as you can imagine.
First and foremost, sitting for long stretches of time is a very serious health risk! Sitting affects your blood circulation, your back experiences a steady stress, you are more likely to drink and eat stuff that isn’t good for you, and you bum very little calories, making it more likely that you overeat. As a result, sitting contributes to a host of conditions, most notably gaining weight, diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and consequently a shortened life span.
Second, bad posture causes pain. You can develop bad posture from anything you do habitually, whether it’s sitting, standing, or walking. The typical consequences associated with bad posture while working on the computer are pain in the back, shoulder, and neck, often resulting in tension headaches.
Third, staring at the screen causes eve strain. Staring at a bright screen for hours can lead to eye fatigue or eye strain, headaches, blurred vision, burning, itching or tearing eyes, and temporary vision disorders. Fortunately, eye strain rarely results in a permanent condition and symptoms can be prevented or cured rather easily.
Last, but not least, emotional pressure and isolation cause anxiety and depression. Computers are very efficient tools in that they help us with getting more work done in less time. At the same time, you spend less face-to-face time with your colleagues, family, or friends. This can lead to isolation, anxiety, and depression, i.e. both physical and mental health issues. The symptoms are manifold and can include tense muscles, back pain, headaches, poor sleep (insomnia), increased or flat breathing, quickened pulse, and generally signs of stress, depression, or anxiety.
(Adaptedfrom: http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/5-reasons-working-with-compiiters-is-bad-for-you-how-to-stay-healthy/)
Which of the followings can best replace the word “eye strain” in Paragraph 4?
Câu 15:
*Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Their contributions to science have earned them an everlasting place in history.