(G12 - 2K7) - Review Test
(G12 - 2K7) - Review Test
(G12 - 2K7) - Review Test
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Read the passage and answer the questions below
The power of connection
Technology can exert its power on almost every aspect of our lives, and personal relationships are no
exception. We are now becoming more attached to technological devices and less connected to the people
around us or even our loved ones.
We work longer hours on computers, meet fewer friends, text more often, and watch more videos than
have a true conversation with friends or family members. Technology enhances relationships at home and at
work. Social media link us all together, but we mistake them for a perfect replacement for relationships. It is
time we realised that the power of connections is built from our own efforts. Whether we choose to stay
technologically or socially connected, we have to spend a considerable amount of time doing activities
together, listening, understanding and sharing feelings. This helps strengthen our mind and body, keeping us
away from isolation and loneliness.
It is not difficult to balance between connections through technology and those through real interactions.
We can start by nurturing the relationships within our family. We should spend more time visiting our parents
and siblings, besides keeping in touch with them on social media. We should learn to cherish the moments
we spend with them. It is never too late to strengthen the bonds with school friends and teachers. Don't
hesitate to participate in sports clubs or a hiking trip where we can build up true friendships. And above all,
remember that time commitment counts in relationships, so running short of time for connections is
impossible.
Choose the correct answer for each question.
1. The text mainly discusses ______________
A. practical ways to nurture connections in the world of technology.
B. the causes of worsened relationships in the modern world.
C. the values of technological advancements in personal relationships.
D. the role of social media in maintaining relationships.
2. What is the best word to replace “attached to” in paragraph 1
A. indifferent to B. connected with C. certain about D. fond of
3. All of the following are examples of our strong attachment to technology EXCEPT ___________
A. texting friends. B. working on computers. C. listening to others. D. watching videos.
4. We wrongly perceive social media as ______________
A. a wonderful replacement for relationships. B. a valuable tool of working life.
C. time-saving means of communication. D. misguided ways of contact.
5. The first step to empower connections is ______________
A. joining a sports club. B. saving more time for family members.
C. keeping in touch with different people. D. going hiking with friends.
6. What is the best word to replace “hesitate” in paragraph 3
A. be ideal B. be uncertain C. be sure D. be aggressive
7. Time commitment is ______________
A. necessary in balancing connections B. the first requirement for strengthening one's mind.
C. impossible in the modern time. D. essential in maintaining relationships.