ENGLISH 12th GRADE

PREPARATION FOR
UNIVERSITY ENTRANCE EXAM

PART - 16
 PART - 16 12th Grade English

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Japan in the mid-19th century was closed to foreigners, and had been that way for more than 200 years;
only a few Dutch and Chinese traders entered Japan's harbours. So, observers in Tokyo Bay were shocked
when, on July 8, 1853, four black ships cruised into the harbour. The boats were commanded by
Commodore Matthew C. Perry of the US, who bore a letter from President Millard Fillmore to the emperor
of Japan, requesting a treaty. Perry refused Japanese orders to leave the harbour, insisting that he would
deliver the letter by force, if necessary. Having finally handed the letter to a hesitant pair of Japanese
princes, Perry departed, leaving word that he would return for an answer. By the time he came back in
1854, the Japanese government had realized it would have to admit the terms of the treaty. Without its
own navy, Japan could not withstand an American attack. The Treaty of Kanagawa opened up Japan to
trade from the West. The Japanese agreed to admit US ships to two ports and to allow American ships to
pick up supplies and fuel in Japan. Subsequent treaties with other Western nations followed, leading to a
number of positive social and economic changes that would bring modernization to Japan.
It is clearly stated in the passage that ---- .
A) Perry was not satisfied with the answer of the Japanese government when he came back in 1854
B) Japan's harbours had been effectively used by many Dutch and Chinese traders before 1854
C) Perry had to use force in order to get the Japanese government to admit the treaty
D) the observers in Tokyo Bay were expecting American ships to visit Japan's harbours in 1853
E) Japan had hardly ever accepted outside influences until 1854
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Japan in the mid-19th century was closed to foreigners, and had been that way for more than 200 years;
only a few Dutch and Chinese traders entered Japan's harbours. So, observers in Tokyo Bay were shocked
when, on July 8, 1853, four black ships cruised into the harbour. The boats were commanded by
Commodore Matthew C. Perry of the US, who bore a letter from President Millard Fillmore to the emperor
of Japan, requesting a treaty. Perry refused Japanese orders to leave the harbour, insisting that he would
deliver the letter by force, if necessary. Having finally handed the letter to a hesitant pair of Japanese
princes, Perry departed, leaving word that he would return for an answer. By the time he came back in
1854, the Japanese government had realized it would have to admit the terms of the treaty. Without its
own navy, Japan could not withstand an American attack. The Treaty of Kanagawa opened up Japan to
trade from the West. The Japanese agreed to admit US ships to two ports and to allow American ships to
pick up supplies and fuel in Japan. Subsequent treaties with other Western nations followed, leading to a
number of positive social and economic changes that would bring modernization to Japan.
One can infer from the passage that the Treaty of Kanagawa ---- .
A) allowed the US to help Japan to build a modern navy and have good harbours
B) offered a variety of benefits to Japan although it was initially reluctant to accept it
C) led Japan to make treaties with other Western nations, which caused it to lose its effective harbours
D) was strongly supported by the Japanese government since it would bring economic prosperity to Japan
E) was designed by Commodore Matthew C. Perry under the order of President Millard Fillmore
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Japan in the mid-19th century was closed to foreigners, and had been that way for more than 200 years;
only a few Dutch and Chinese traders entered Japan's harbours. So, observers in Tokyo Bay were shocked
when, on July 8, 1853, four black ships cruised into the harbour. The boats were commanded by
Commodore Matthew C. Perry of the US, who bore a letter from President Millard Fillmore to the emperor
of Japan, requesting a treaty. Perry refused Japanese orders to leave the harbour, insisting that he would
deliver the letter by force, if necessary. Having finally handed the letter to a hesitant pair of Japanese
princes, Perry departed, leaving word that he would return for an answer. By the time he came back in
1854, the Japanese government had realized it would have to admit the terms of the treaty. Without its
own navy, Japan could not withstand an American attack. The Treaty of Kanagawa opened up Japan to
trade from the West. The Japanese agreed to admit US ships to two ports and to allow American ships to
pick up supplies and fuel in Japan. Subsequent treaties with other Western nations followed, leading to a
number of positive social and economic changes that would bring modernization to Japan.
What could be the best title for this passage?
A) The Historical Importance of Japan's Harbours
B) The Influence of the Japanese Sea Power on the US Navy
C) Why Japan Refused to Accept the Treaty of Kanagawa
D) From Isolation to Economic Development
E) The Japanese Contribution to World Trade
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Plagiarism is taking someone else’s writing or ideas and passing them off as one’s own. The word,
derived from the Latin plagiarius, or kidnapper, was first used in the early 17th century, but undoubtedly,
instances of plagiarism long predate that. Accusations, proven or not, of plagiarism have frequently
featured in academic writing, journalism and music. In the 1970s, for example, the former Beatle George
Harrison was sued for copying the melody of the Chiffons’ He’s So Fine for his own song My Sweet Lord.
Plagiarism in music may often be unintentional. This is less likely in scientific writing, literature and
journalism, that is, it may be deliberate. In 2009, the British poet Andrew Motion was accused of
‘shameless burglary’ by a military historian, Ben Shephard, after using passages from a book by
Shephard. However, in the age of cyber technology, plagiarism has become both easier to commit and
easier to detect, as many students and teachers have realized.

According to the passage, plagiarism manifests itself ----.

A) scarcely in the press B) mainly in literary products
C) in many areas of human work D) primarily in historical documents
E) more easily in students' works
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Plagiarism is taking someone else’s writing or ideas and passing them off as one’s own. The word,
derived from the Latin plagiarius, or kidnapper, was first used in the early 17th century, but undoubtedly,
instances of plagiarism long predate that. Accusations, proven or not, of plagiarism have frequently
featured in academic writing, journalism and music. In the 1970s, for example, the former Beatle George
Harrison was sued for copying the melody of the Chiffons’ He’s So Fine for his own song My Sweet Lord.
Plagiarism in music may often be unintentional. This is less likely in scientific writing, literature and
journalism, that is, it may be deliberate. In 2009, the British poet Andrew Motion was accused of
‘shameless burglary’ by a military historian, Ben Shephard, after using passages from a book by
Shephard. However, in the age of cyber technology, plagiarism has become both easier to commit and
easier to detect, as many students and teachers have realized.

It is understood from the passage that plagiarism ----.

A) has dramatically decreased over the years

B) dates back long before the 17th century
C) is combining one’s own idea with someone else’s
D) was a subject of great controversy in the past
E) is less important when it occurs in literature
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Plagiarism is taking someone else’s writing or ideas and passing them off as one’s own. The word,
derived from the Latin plagiarius, or kidnapper, was first used in the early 17th century, but undoubtedly,
instances of plagiarism long predate that. Accusations, proven or not, of plagiarism have frequently
featured in academic writing, journalism and music. In the 1970s, for example, the former Beatle George
Harrison was sued for copying the melody of the Chiffons’ He’s So Fine for his own song My Sweet Lord.
Plagiarism in music may often be unintentional. This is less likely in scientific writing, literature and
journalism, that is, it may be deliberate. In 2009, the British poet Andrew Motion was accused of
‘shameless burglary’ by a military historian, Ben Shephard, after using passages from a book by
Shephard. However, in the age of cyber technology, plagiarism has become both easier to commit and
easier to detect, as many students and teachers have realized.

It is understood from the passage that ----.

A) those who complain most bitterly about plagiarism are teachers
B) accusations of plagiarism in academic writing are tolerable to some extent
C) technology contributes to both the spreading and spotting of plagiarism
D) many musicians copy their colleagues’ works on purpose
E) technological devices are essential for journalists if they need to plagiarise
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A new helmet display promises to give bikers eyes in the back of their heads. The designer of the equipment
states that the inherent problem with motorcycles is that the mirrors reflect a very small image and, because of
the position of the mirrors, motorcyclists mostly just see their elbows. A small backlit display screen is added onto
motorcycle helmets with an adjustable arm which lets riders place it just below or above their eye, in their
peripheral vision. A rear-facing camera attached to the back of the bike streams live video via Wi-Fi to the helmet-
mounted receiver. The images are processed and stabilised before they reach the display to accommodate for the
bike’s movements. One glance at the display gives the rider a wide view of the road behind them. Although the
screen is just next to the user’s face, optics fool the eye into focusing at a more comfortable distance of around 3
metres. However, it is still suggested that users should check their mirrors and do the lifesaver check, turning
their heads to check blind spots.

What is the problem regarding the motorcyclists’ vision?

A) It is difficult for bikers to get a broad view of the road behind them using only their mirrors.
B) Fatal accidents cannot be prevented because of the limited use of mirrors.
C) Motorcyclists have difficulty adjusting mirrors to get images from the sides of the bike.
D) The body’s position on the motorcycle does not allow the biker to see what is happening around him.
E) Mirror positions constantly need to be changed to follow traffic flow.
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A new helmet display promises to give bikers eyes in the back of their heads. The designer of the equipment
states that the inherent problem with motorcycles is that the mirrors reflect a very small image and, because of
the position of the mirrors, motorcyclists mostly just see their elbows. A small backlit display screen is added
onto motorcycle helmets with an adjustable arm which lets riders place it just below or above their eye, in their
peripheral vision. A rear-facing camera attached to the back of the bike streams live video via Wi-Fi to the
helmet-mounted receiver. The images are processed and stabilised before they reach the display to
accommodate for the bike’s movements. One glance at the display gives the rider a wide view of the road behind
them. Although the screen is just next to the user’s face, optics fool the eye into focusing at a more comfortable
distance of around 3 metres. However, it is still suggested that users should check their mirrors and do the
lifesaver check, turning their heads to check blind spots.

It is understood from the passage that the helmet display ----.

A) records the motorcycle’s movements

B) is placed directly below or above the mirror on the front of the bike
C) views peripheral images and movements, though there is a delay in transmission
D) shows images of what is happening behind the motorcycle
E) fools motorcyclists’ eyes into thinking things are more than 3metres behind them
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A new helmet display promises to give bikers eyes in the back of their heads. The designer of the equipment
states that the inherent problem with motorcycles is that the mirrors reflect a very small image and, because of
the position of the mirrors, motorcyclists mostly just see their elbows. A small backlit display screen is added onto
motorcycle helmets with an adjustable arm which lets riders place it just below or above their eye, in their
peripheral vision. A rear-facing camera attached to the back of the bike streams live video via Wi-Fi to the helmet-
mounted receiver. The images are processed and stabilised before they reach the display to accommodate for the
bike’s movements. One glance at the display gives the rider a wide view of the road behind them. Although the
screen is just next to the user’s face, optics fool the eye into focusing at a more comfortable distance of around 3
metres. However, it is still suggested that users should check their mirrors and do the lifesaver check, turning
their heads to check blind spots.

Which of the following could be the best title for the passage?

A) New Helmet Technology for Rear Vision

B) Helmet Displays Replace Mirrors
C) Image Processing through Helmet Displays
D) Mirrors versus Helmet Displays
E) Lifesaver Check of a Motorcyclist
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Jesse Jackson fought for the rights of African Americans during the civil rights movement of the
1960s. Later on he became involved in politics and world affairs. Jackson joined the civil rights
movement when he was a student. In 1965, he began working for a civil rights group led by the
famous Martin Luther King, Jr. In 1971, Jackson founded the group People United to Save Humanity
(PUSH). This group helped African Americans to get jobs and to open businesses. In 1984, he founded
the National Rainbow Coalition (NRC) to help all kinds of people, not just African Americans. Jackson
ran for President of the United States in 1984 and 1988. While he did not win either time, he did
better than any other African American presidential candidates who had come before him. Jackson
also gained a lot of attention for his role in world affairs. He spoke out against apartheid (separation
of the races) in South Africa and took part in peace talks in the Middle East. He also worked with
several countries to free US citizens being held as prisoners.
What can be inferred from the passage about the African Americans in the 1970s?

A) No one was willing to help them during this time.

B) It was difficult for them to find employment.
C) They were all members of the PUSH.
D) They were not allowed to run for president.
E) They were held in prisons in several other countries.
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Jesse Jackson fought for the rights of African Americans during the civil rights movement of the
1960s. Later on he became involved in politics and world affairs. Jackson joined the civil rights
movement when he was a student. In 1965, he began working for a civil rights group led by the
famous Martin Luther King, Jr. In 1971, Jackson founded the group People United to Save Humanity
(PUSH). This group helped African Americans to get jobs and to open businesses. In 1984, he founded
the National Rainbow Coalition (NRC) to help all kinds of people, not just African Americans. Jackson
ran for President of the United States in 1984 and 1988. While he did not win either time, he did
better than any other African American presidential candidates who had come before him. Jackson
also gained a lot of attention for his role in world affairs. He spoke out against apartheid (separation
of the races) in South Africa and took part in peace talks in the Middle East. He also worked with
several countries to free US citizens being held as prisoners.
Which statement is true about Jesse Jackson’s political involvement?

A) He was the first African American candidate for president.

B) He was primarily interested in helping African Americans in the US.
C) He supported apartheid in South Africa as well as in the Middle East.
D) He was concerned for the rights of people inside and outside the US.
E) He received help from Martin Luther King, Jr. to establish the NRC.
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Jesse Jackson fought for the rights of African Americans during the civil rights movement of the
1960s. Later on he became involved in politics and world affairs. Jackson joined the civil rights
movement when he was a student. In 1965, he began working for a civil rights group led by the
famous Martin Luther King, Jr. In 1971, Jackson founded the group People United to Save Humanity
(PUSH). This group helped African Americans to get jobs and to open businesses. In 1984, he founded
the National Rainbow Coalition (NRC) to help all kinds of people, not just African Americans. Jackson
ran for President of the United States in 1984 and 1988. While he did not win either time, he did
better than any other African American presidential candidates who had come before him. Jackson
also gained a lot of attention for his role in world affairs. He spoke out against apartheid (separation
of the races) in South Africa and took part in peace talks in the Middle East. He also worked with
several countries to free US citizens being held as prisoners.

What is the passage mainly about?

A) Jesse Jackson’s election campaign for president

B) The human rights groups that Jesse Jackson was a part of
C) The reason why Jesse Jackson was a role model to Americans
D) Jesse Jackson’s contributions to civil rights movements
E) Jesse Jackson’s moral beliefs about civil rights
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