READING COMPREHENSION JUNE 25, 2023

 

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Sunday Reading Test

Test 1

Read the following passage carefully before you answer the MCQs.

The cataclysmic advent of the pandemic has unleashed an unprecedented metamorphosis upon the global stage, forever reshaping the fabric of our existence. Swiftly infiltrating the collective consciousness, this insidious contagion has upended economies, thrusting nations into the abyss of uncertainty, while exposing the fragility of our interconnected world. Amidst the chaos, humanity has witnessed a profound paradigm shift, witnessing the rise of telecommuting as the new norm, revitalizing digital landscapes, and redefining social interactions. As we emerge from the crucible of this epochal event, our trajectory is forever altered, underscoring the profound impact of this viral maelstrom upon the tapestry of our civilization.

1. What does the phrase, "the fabric of our existence", refer to?

disruptions to economic systems worldwide our interconnected world the need for cooperation and preparedness in the face of future challenges our social structures, economic systems, and daily routines

2. What does the word, "metamorphosis", mean?

transformation a nervous breakdown confusion future challenges

3. What does the expression, "the cataclysmic advent of the Covid-19 pandemic", mean?

uncertainty and a state of chaos the immense scale and impact of the disease the reshaping of the fundamental aspects of our lives the sudden and disastrous arrival of the pandemic

4. In the passage, the word, "unprecedented", means _______________.

happens all the time will happen again in the future will happen again and you can't stop it never happened in the past

5. The phrase "swiftly infiltrating the collective consciousness" suggests ___________.

the pandemic has highlighted how vulnerable we are to global crises and the extent to which our actions and systems are interconnected the pandemic has quickly become a significant concern for people around the world. It has captured our attention and become a shared experience that affects us all the virus is treacherous and spreads easily, causing harm and disruption the pandemic has caused sudden and significant disruptions to economic systems worldwide

6. What is the new norm that has emerged from the pandemic?

traditional work environments telecommuting or remote work reduced reliance on digital technologies social interactions as they were before the pandemic

7. What term is used in the passage to describe the impact of the pandemic on our civilization?

cataclysmic advent viral maelstrom swift infiltration profound paradigm shift

8. What has the pandemic underscored about our civilization?

the permanence of our existence the profound impact of the viral maelstrom the fragility of our interconnected world the elimination of telecommuting

9. Which phrase do you think the author would say best describes the Covid-19 pandemic?

a predictable event with minor consequences a transformative and far-reaching occurrence an insignificant blip on the world stage a temporary setback for social interactions

10. How would you describe the overall tone of the passage?

optimistic and hopeful pessimistic and bleak neutral and objective cynical and sarcastic

Your grade is: __

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