A veterinarian is a medical professional who treats animals.
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2Which place is used for conducting scientific experiments?
workplaces and school
Easy
A.Canteen
B.Auditorium
C.Laboratory
D.Library
Correct Answer: Laboratory
Explanation:
A laboratory is a room equipped for scientific experiments and research.
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3The amount of money reduced from the original price during a sale is called a:
shopping
Easy
A.Refund
B.Receipt
C.Discount
D.Deposit
Correct Answer: Discount
Explanation:
A discount is a reduction in the usual price of an item.
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4A place where people go to watch films is called a:
entertainment
Easy
A.Cinema
B.Gallery
C.Stadium
D.Studio
Correct Answer: Cinema
Explanation:
A cinema (or movie theatre) is where films are shown to an audience.
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5Which of the following is a piece of fitness equipment used for running indoors?
sports and fitness activities
Easy
A.Whistle
B.Treadmill
C.Racket
D.Paddle
Correct Answer: Treadmill
Explanation:
A treadmill is a machine used for walking or running while staying in one place.
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6Which nutrient is mainly found in bread, rice, and pasta?
food and health
Easy
A.Vitamins
B.Proteins
C.Carbohydrates
D.Minerals
Correct Answer: Carbohydrates
Explanation:
Carbohydrates are the main source of energy found in foods like bread, rice, and pasta.
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7The official document that allows you to travel to foreign countries is a:
travel
Easy
A.Receipt
B.Passport
C.Ticket
D.Brochure
Correct Answer: Passport
Explanation:
A passport is an official document identifying a traveller and permitting international travel.
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8Which word describes a person who is very tall and thin?
vocabulary to describe one's appearance
Easy
A.Chubby
B.Plump
C.Slender
D.Stocky
Correct Answer: Slender
Explanation:
Slender describes a person who is attractively thin and often tall.
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9What is the capital city of Japan?
countries and cities
Easy
A.Bangkok
B.Beijing
C.Seoul
D.Tokyo
Correct Answer: Tokyo
Explanation:
Tokyo is the capital and largest city of Japan.
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10Choose the correct collocation: 'to ___ a decision'.
collocations
Easy
A.take
B.give
C.do
D.make
Correct Answer: make
Explanation:
We say make a decision, not 'do' or 'take' a decision.
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11The business idiom 'in the red' means a company is:
business idioms and phrases
Easy
A.Losing money
B.Growing fast
C.Hiring staff
D.Making profit
Correct Answer: Losing money
Explanation:
Being in the red means a business is operating at a loss or in debt.
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12A person who designs buildings is called an:
vocabulary related to job
Easy
A.Electrician
B.Engineer
C.Architect
D.Plumber
Correct Answer: Architect
Explanation:
An architect designs buildings and oversees their construction.
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13The person at the shop who takes your payment is the:
shopping
Easy
A.Manager
B.Supplier
C.Cashier
D.Customer
Correct Answer: Cashier
Explanation:
A cashier handles payments and gives change at a store.
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14A live performance of music by a band or singer is called a:
entertainment
Easy
A.Interview
B.Lecture
C.Rehearsal
D.Concert
Correct Answer: Concert
Explanation:
A concert is a live public performance of music.
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15Which sport is played with a bat, a ball, and wickets?
sports and fitness activities
Easy
A.Golf
B.Tennis
C.Hockey
D.Cricket
Correct Answer: Cricket
Explanation:
Cricket is played using a bat, ball, and wickets.
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16Which of these is a dairy product?
food and health
Easy
A.Apple
B.Carrot
C.Rice
D.Cheese
Correct Answer: Cheese
Explanation:
Cheese is made from milk and is a dairy product.
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17The place where you wait to board an aeroplane is the:
travel
Easy
A.Garage
B.Platform
C.Airport
D.Harbour
Correct Answer: Airport
Explanation:
An airport is where aircraft take off, land, and board passengers.
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18Which word describes hair that is tightly twisted into waves?
vocabulary to describe one's appearance
Easy
A.Curly
B.Straight
C.Bald
D.Grey
Correct Answer: Curly
Explanation:
Curly hair forms curls or waves rather than lying flat.
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19The Eiffel Tower is located in which city?
countries and cities
Easy
A.Berlin
B.Rome
C.London
D.Paris
Correct Answer: Paris
Explanation:
The Eiffel Tower is a famous landmark in Paris, France.
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20If a project 'gets the green light', it means it is:
business idioms and phrases
Easy
A.Under review
B.Cancelled completely
C.Delayed again
D.Approved to begin
Correct Answer: Approved to begin
Explanation:
To get the green light means to receive permission or approval to proceed.
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21Riya just started working but is still learning the role under supervision. Which word best describes her current position?
vocabulary related to job
Medium
A.Supervisor
B.Retiree
C.Trainee
D.Veteran
Correct Answer: Trainee
Explanation:
A trainee is someone who is being trained for a job and works under supervision, which matches Riya's situation.
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22A student needs to borrow a research journal for an assignment. Which place in the school should they visit?
workplaces and school
Medium
A.Cafeteria
B.Gymnasium
C.Library
D.Auditorium
Correct Answer: Library
Explanation:
The library holds books, journals, and research materials students can borrow for assignments.
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23At a store, the sign reads "Buy one, get one free." What does this phrase mean?
shopping
Medium
A.You pay for one item and receive a second at no cost
B.You receive a free item with no purchase
C.You must buy two items to get a discount
D.You get a discount on the second item
Correct Answer: You pay for one item and receive a second at no cost
Explanation:
"Buy one, get one free" means purchasing a single item gives you another identical item without extra charge.
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24Which word correctly completes the sentence: "The movie received great _____ from critics for its direction."?
entertainment
Medium
A.tickets
B.seats
C.trailers
D.reviews
Correct Answer: reviews
Explanation:
A review is a critic's assessment of a film, so "great reviews" fits the context of praise for direction.
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25A person does gentle stretches before running to prepare their muscles. This activity is called a _____.
sports and fitness activities
Medium
A.cool-down
B.penalty
C.time-out
D.warm-up
Correct Answer: warm-up
Explanation:
A warm-up is light activity done before exercise to prepare the body and prevent injury.
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26Which word best describes a diet that includes a wide variety of nutrients in correct amounts?
food and health
Medium
A.Spicy
B.Fried
C.Processed
D.Balanced
Correct Answer: Balanced
Explanation:
A balanced diet provides the right proportions of nutrients needed for good health.
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27At the airport, where should a traveller go to hand over their large bags before a flight?
travel
Medium
A.Duty-free shop
B.Baggage claim
C.Check-in counter
D.Boarding gate
Correct Answer: Check-in counter
Explanation:
The check-in counter is where travellers register and hand over large luggage before departure.
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28Which word best completes the sentence: "My grandfather has a thick grey _____ on his chin."?
vocabulary to describe one's appearance
Medium
A.fringe
B.beard
C.freckle
D.dimple
Correct Answer: beard
Explanation:
A beard is the hair that grows on a man's chin and cheeks, fitting the description.
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29Which option correctly matches a country with its capital city?
countries and cities
Medium
A.Canada – Toronto
B.Japan – Tokyo
C.Brazil – Rio de Janeiro
D.Australia – Sydney
Correct Answer: Japan – Tokyo
Explanation:
Tokyo is the capital of Japan. Sydney, Toronto, and Rio are major cities but not capitals of their countries.
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30Which verb correctly collocates with the noun in the sentence: "I need to _____ a decision before tomorrow."?
collocations
Medium
A.have
B.take
C.do
D.make
Correct Answer: make
Explanation:
In English, we say make a decision, not "do" or "take" a decision.
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31In a meeting, your manager says, "Let's touch base next week." What does this mean?
business idioms and phrases
Medium
A.Reconnect to discuss progress
B.Reduce the budget
C.Cancel the project
D.Start a new company
Correct Answer: Reconnect to discuss progress
Explanation:
"Touch base" is a business idiom meaning to make brief contact to update or discuss progress.
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32Which term refers to the money paid to an employee every month for their work?
vocabulary related to job
Medium
A.Deposit
B.Receipt
C.Invoice
D.Salary
Correct Answer: Salary
Explanation:
A salary is the regular fixed payment, usually monthly, given to an employee for their work.
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33A customer wants to return an item and get their money back. What are they asking for?
shopping
Medium
A.Receipt
B.Voucher
C.Warranty
D.Refund
Correct Answer: Refund
Explanation:
A refund is the return of money paid for goods, which is what the customer wants.
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34Which word best completes the sentence: "The band gave a live _____ in front of thousands of fans."?
entertainment
Medium
A.ticket
B.performance
C.venue
D.audience
Correct Answer: performance
Explanation:
A performance is the act of presenting music or a show to an audience, fitting the context of a live band.
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35Which word correctly describes the ability to continue physical activity for a long time without getting tired?
sports and fitness activities
Medium
A.Agility
B.Flexibility
C.Stamina
D.Balance
Correct Answer: Stamina
Explanation:
Stamina is the physical endurance that lets a person sustain effort over a long period.
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36Which word completes the sentence: "After the surgery, the doctor advised plenty of rest to help him _____."?
food and health
Medium
A.diet
B.exercise
C.recover
D.digest
Correct Answer: recover
Explanation:
To recover means to return to good health after an illness or surgery, matching the context.
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37A document that officially allows you to enter a foreign country for a limited time is called a _____.
travel
Medium
A.visa
B.passport
C.ticket
D.itinerary
Correct Answer: visa
Explanation:
A visa is an official permission stamped or attached to your passport allowing entry into a foreign country.
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38Which adjective collocates correctly: "She felt _____ pain in her back after lifting the box."?
collocations
Medium
A.hard
B.severe
C.strong
D.big
Correct Answer: severe
Explanation:
The common collocation is severe pain; "strong," "big," and "hard" do not naturally pair with "pain."
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39Your colleague says a new strategy is "a win-win situation." What does this mean?
business idioms and phrases
Medium
A.Only one side gains
B.Both parties benefit
C.No one profits
D.The deal is risky
Correct Answer: Both parties benefit
Explanation:
A "win-win situation" is a business phrase describing an outcome where all parties involved gain an advantage.
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40Which word best describes a person who is tall and thin with little body fat?
vocabulary to describe one's appearance
Medium
A.Slim
B.Plump
C.Stout
D.Chubby
Correct Answer: Slim
Explanation:
Slim describes a person who is thin in an attractive, lean way. The other options suggest a heavier build.
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41In a quarterly review, a manager says: "We need to touch base before we move the needle on this account." What is the manager primarily asking the team to do?
business idioms and phrases
Hard
A.Replace the current account strategy with an entirely new one
B.Delay all decisions until the next scheduled quarterly review
C.Reconnect briefly to align before trying to create meaningful progress
D.Finalize the budget before escalating the issue to senior leadership
Correct Answer: Reconnect briefly to align before trying to create meaningful progress
Explanation:
Touch base means to make brief contact to align, and move the needle means to make a noticeable, measurable difference. Together they mean reconnect first, then push for real impact.
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42Which sentence uses a grammatically and idiomatically correct collocation?
collocations
Hard
A.She gave a strong impression during the interview
B.She took a strong impression during the interview
C.She did a strong impression during the interview
D.She made a strong impression during the interview
Correct Answer: She made a strong impression during the interview
Explanation:
The fixed collocation is make an impression, not do, take, or give an impression. Collocations must be learned as set phrases.
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43A job advertisement states the role is "remuneration commensurate with experience." What does this most precisely communicate to applicants?
vocabulary related to job
Hard
A.The salary is fixed and non-negotiable regardless of background
B.The position offers benefits instead of a monetary salary
C.Pay will be set in proportion to the candidate's level of experience
D.Only experienced candidates will be considered for the role
Correct Answer: Pay will be set in proportion to the candidate's level of experience
Explanation:
Remuneration means payment, and commensurate with means in proportion to. So salary matches the applicant's experience level rather than being fixed.
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44A nutrition label describes a snack as "nutrient-dense but calorie-sparse." Which food best fits this description?
food and health
Hard
A.A chocolate bar, high in sugar and energy
B.Raw spinach, rich in vitamins with very few calories
C.Fried chips, high in fat and calories
D.A sugary soft drink, high in calories only
Correct Answer: Raw spinach, rich in vitamins with very few calories
Explanation:
Nutrient-dense means packed with nutrients per calorie, and calorie-sparse means low in calories. Spinach delivers many vitamins with minimal energy.
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45A store sign reads: "All clearance items are final sale." What does a careful shopper correctly conclude?
shopping
Hard
A.Clearance items can be returned only with a receipt
B.Clearance prices will be reduced further next week
C.Clearance items come with an extended warranty period
D.Clearance items cannot be returned or exchanged after purchase
Correct Answer: Clearance items cannot be returned or exchanged after purchase
Explanation:
Final sale means the purchase is non-returnable and non-exchangeable. Clearance stock sold as final sale cannot be brought back.
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46During negotiations a partner remarks, "Let's not put all our eggs in one basket; we should keep our options open." What strategy is being recommended?
business idioms and phrases
Hard
A.Commit fully to the single most promising opportunity available
B.Spread risk across several choices rather than committing to just one
C.Postpone the deal until all competitors withdraw their offers
D.Reduce spending by eliminating alternative suppliers entirely
Correct Answer: Spread risk across several choices rather than committing to just one
Explanation:
Put all your eggs in one basket warns against risking everything on one option; keep your options open means stay flexible. The advice is diversification.
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47Which description most accurately portrays a person who is "stocky with a receding hairline and a weathered complexion"?
vocabulary to describe one's appearance
Hard
A.A tall, slim person with full hair and smooth, pale skin
B.A short, frail person with grey hair and freckled skin
C.An athletic person with a shaved head and tanned skin
D.A broadly built person with thinning front hair and skin aged by exposure
Correct Answer: A broadly built person with thinning front hair and skin aged by exposure
Explanation:
Stocky means solidly, broadly built; a receding hairline means hair thinning at the front; weathered complexion means skin aged by sun or wind.
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48A traveller's itinerary notes a "layover" of three hours and a "stopover" of two days. What distinguishes these terms?
travel
Hard
A.A layover is a short wait between flights; a stopover is a longer, planned stay en route
B.Both mean the same thing but apply to different airlines
C.A layover is a longer stay; a stopover is a brief wait at the gate
D.A layover involves changing airports; a stopover does not
Correct Answer: A layover is a short wait between flights; a stopover is a longer, planned stay en route
Explanation:
A layover is a brief connection (usually under 24 hours); a stopover is a deliberate, longer break in the journey, often spanning days.
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49A film review calls a movie a "sleeper hit that garnered a cult following." What does this mean?
entertainment
Hard
A.It became unexpectedly popular and gained devoted fans over time
B.It failed commercially and was quickly forgotten by audiences
C.It was banned initially but later released without changes
D.It was heavily promoted and immediately topped the box office
Correct Answer: It became unexpectedly popular and gained devoted fans over time
Explanation:
A sleeper hit succeeds unexpectedly after a quiet start; a cult following is a small but intensely loyal fan base. The film grew popular gradually.
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50A trainer advises an athlete to focus on "endurance" rather than "explosive power." Which activity best matches the recommended focus?
sports and fitness activities
Hard
A.A standing vertical jump test
B.Long-distance marathon running at a steady pace
C.A single maximum-effort weightlifting attempt
D.A short 100-metre sprint off the blocks
Correct Answer: Long-distance marathon running at a steady pace
Explanation:
Endurance is sustained effort over time, suited to marathons. Explosive power involves short bursts of maximal force, like sprints or jumps.
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51A university memo refers to a student's "extenuating circumstances" affecting an exam. What does this phrase indicate?
workplaces and school
Hard
A.Special factors that may partly excuse poor performance
B.Routine administrative details requiring no action
C.Deliberate misconduct that must be formally penalized
D.Outstanding achievements deserving extra recognition
Correct Answer: Special factors that may partly excuse poor performance
Explanation:
Extenuating circumstances are mitigating factors (illness, bereavement, etc.) that reduce blame or justify special consideration for a student.
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52Choose the option where all collocations with "heavy" are standard and natural in English.
collocations
Hard
A.heavy traffic, strong rain, big smoker
B.deep traffic, heavy rain, heavy smoke
C.heavy traffic, heavy rain, heavy smoker
D.thick traffic, heavy rain, hard smoker
Correct Answer: heavy traffic, heavy rain, heavy smoker
Explanation:
English pairs "heavy" with traffic, rain, and smoker. Substitutes like strong rain or big smoker break the established collocations.
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53Which pairing correctly matches a city to its country, where the city is not the capital?
countries and cities
Hard
A.Ottawa — Canada
B.Tokyo — Japan
C.Cairo — Egypt
D.Sydney — Australia
Correct Answer: Sydney — Australia
Explanation:
Sydney is Australia's largest city but Canberra is the capital. Cairo, Tokyo, and Ottawa are all capitals of their respective countries.
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54A CEO warns that a rival's new product could be a "game changer" that leaves competitors "behind the curve." What is the combined meaning?
business idioms and phrases
Hard
A.A failing product will drag the whole industry downward
B.A delayed launch will give competitors time to catch up
C.A minor update will have no real effect on the market
D.A transformative product may make competitors fall behind current trends
Correct Answer: A transformative product may make competitors fall behind current trends
Explanation:
A game changer radically shifts the situation; being behind the curve means lagging behind developments. Rivals risk falling behind the market.
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55A doctor advises a patient with high cholesterol to reduce "saturated fats" and increase "soluble fibre." Which meal best follows this advice?
food and health
Hard
A.Deep-fried chicken with a creamy dipping sauce
B.A fried bacon sandwich with buttered toast
C.Oatmeal with apple slices and a handful of beans
D.A cheeseburger with a side of fried onion rings
Correct Answer: Oatmeal with apple slices and a handful of beans
Explanation:
Oats, apples, and beans are rich in soluble fibre and low in saturated fat, directly matching the dietary advice. The other options are high in saturated fat.
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56An employee is told they are being "made redundant" rather than "dismissed for cause." What is the key difference?
vocabulary related to job
Hard
A.Redundancy means the role is no longer needed; dismissal for cause means misconduct
B.Both terms mean the employee behaved improperly at work
C.Redundancy applies only to managers; dismissal only to junior staff
D.Redundancy is a promotion; dismissal for cause is a demotion
Correct Answer: Redundancy means the role is no longer needed; dismissal for cause means misconduct
Explanation:
Being made redundant means the job itself is eliminated, with no fault by the worker. Dismissal for cause results from the employee's misconduct or poor performance.
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57A product is advertised as "RRP $80, now $48." If a shopper also uses a 25% off coupon on the sale price, what is the final cost?
shopping
Hard
A.$40
B.$44
C.$36
D.$32
Correct Answer: $36
Explanation:
Twenty-five percent off $48 is $48 - $12 = $36. RRP (recommended retail price) is just the reference price; the coupon applies to the sale price.
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58A tourist is told their visa is "valid for multiple entries" but has a "maximum stay of 30 days per entry." Which statement is correct?
travel
Hard
A.They may enter the country several times, staying up to 30 days each visit
B.They may enter only once and must leave within 30 days permanently
C.They may stay a total of 30 days across all visits combined
D.They may stay indefinitely as long as they re-enter every 30 days
Correct Answer: They may enter the country several times, staying up to 30 days each visit
Explanation:
Multiple entries allows repeated entry; the 30-day maximum stay per entry resets with each visit, so the limit applies to each individual stay, not the total.
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59A critic writes that a play "relies on slapstick rather than satire." What distinction is being drawn?
entertainment
Hard
A.It uses physical, exaggerated comedy instead of mocking social issues
B.It uses tragic drama instead of comedy entirely
C.It uses improvised dialogue instead of a fixed script
D.It uses witty political commentary instead of visual gags
Correct Answer: It uses physical, exaggerated comedy instead of mocking social issues
Explanation:
Slapstick is boisterous physical comedy; satire uses humour to criticize or ridicule society or politics. The play favours the former over the latter.
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60A fitness plan prescribes "HIIT" sessions to improve cardiovascular health efficiently. What does this term describe?
sports and fitness activities
Hard
A.Lifting progressively heavier weights with long rest between sets
B.Holding static stretches to improve flexibility over time
C.Performing slow, continuous exercise at a constant low intensity
D.Alternating short bursts of intense effort with brief recovery periods
Correct Answer: Alternating short bursts of intense effort with brief recovery periods
Explanation:
HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training) alternates intense bursts with short recovery, offering strong cardiovascular benefit in less time than steady-state exercise.
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