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The following text is for questions number 1 to 3!

Eddy Merckx

Eddy Merckx has the best record of any male pro road racer ever. You name it and Merckx won it, except Paris-Tours, which gave another 70s pro a lovely one-liner, Noel Van Tyghem, a Belgian like Merckx. Noel said, "Eddy Merckx and I dominated the 1970s, I won Paris-Tours and Eddy won everything else."

He is categorized as a great cyclist of all time for his crazy training. Sometimes he was out all day, arguing that big races last up to seven hours, so nine hour rides are good for the body and good for the mind. Merckx did lots of motor-paced training to put zip in his legs, and he rode six-day races on in the winter to keep his speed up and his weight down.

He took virtually no rest, as you can see from this page in his training diary, which lists what he did in the week before his first Tour de France in 1969. On Sunday, he raced in the Belgian National Championships (264 kilometers). Then on Monday, he did two races, a 110-kilometre criterion and an evening track meeting.

The next day, he raced in kermises, but retired after 35 kilometers because he'd been prevented from starting with the rest of the riders by people demanding his autograph. On Wednesday, he trained with his team (180 kilometers) and on Thursday he trained longer on his own (270 kilometers). After two days training, he didn't stop even though there was a torrential rain the next day (50 kilometers). On Saturday, he did 40 kilometers rush in the morning and 40 kilometers easy in the afternoon. Those were done before the prologue of the Tour de France in the evening.

Merckx won six stages in that Tour, seven if you count the team time trial. He took the yellow jersey by almost 18 minutes; he won the green jersey, the King of the Mountains, the combined classification and the combativity award.

So hard work does pay, especially if your name is Eddy Merckx.

1. What made Eddy Merckx stand out among professional cyclists?

A. He was the youngest cyclist in the Tour de France. B. He won nearly every major road race of his era. C. He specialized only in mountain races. D. He never competed in international races. E. He was known mainly for his team leadership.

2. According to the passage, which statements describe Merckx's training style before the Tour de France in 1969? (Select more than one correct answer.)

A. He took a complete rest day before the Tour began. B. He participated in multiple races, including criterium and track events. C. He continued to train even under bad weather conditions. D. He limited his cycling distances to under 100 kilometers per day. E. He trained almost every day without significant rest.

3. Read the text carefully. Which of the following statements best about 'Eddy Merckx'! Click True Or False for each statement!

Statement	True	False
1. Merckx believed that long races were harmful to a cyclist's body.
2. He often trained for up to nine hours a day.
3. Before his first Tour de France in 1969, Merckx took several days of complete rest.

The following text is for questions number 4 to 7!

Saving Energy Together

In a small town called Serasi Ville, there lived a group of friends who were passionate about conserving energy. Indra, Lily, and Ben formed a team called "EcoPals" with the mission of spreading awareness and encouraging their community to adopt energy-saving habits. One day, the town faced a sudden power outage, leaving everyone in the dark. The EcoPals realized that there was an urgent need for more efficient energy practices in Serasi Ville. They brainstormed ideas to address the issue and decided to organize a community meeting.

During the meeting, the EcoPals shared information about simple ways to save energy, such as turning off lights when not needed, unplugging devices, and using energy-efficient appliances. They also discussed the benefits of conserving energy, not only for the environment but also for reducing electricity bills.

The community embraced the EcoPals' suggestions and started implementing them in their daily lives. Indra, Lily, and Ben took the initiative to organize workshops, where they demonstrated how to make solar-powered lamps using recycled materials. The town began to glow with a newfound sense of environmental responsibility.

As months passed, Serasi Ville transformed into a shining example of a community dedicated to energy conservation. The EcoPals continued their efforts, expanding their project to neighboring towns. The simple idea of saving energy together had a ripple effect, creating a positive impact on the environment and fostering a sense of unity among the people.

4. What is the mission of the team 'EcoPals'?

A. Increased Industrialization. B. Global recognition in environmental awards. C. Wasteful of energy D. Development of energy-intensive projects E. Reduction in energy consumption

5. How did the community respond to the EcoPals' ideas? (Select more than one correct answer.)

A. They ignored the EcoPals' advice. B. They started implementing the suggestions in their daily lives. C. They helped organize workshops about solar-powered lamps. D. They felt more responsible toward the environment. E. They protested against energy conservation.

6. How did Indra, Lily, and Ben go beyond suggesting energy-saving during the workshops?

A. Introduced advanced energy technologies. B. Discussed the benefits of energy consumption. C. Demonstrated the construction of solar-powered lamps. D. Conducted a sustainability symposium. E. Discussed the benefits of electricity.

7. Which of the following statements best explains why the EcoPals' initiative was so successful in transforming Serasi Ville into an example of environmental responsibility?

A. They received significant government funding to replace all old appliances in the town with energy-efficient models. B. They focused solely on the financial savings from reduced electricity bills, which appealed to the entire community. C. They only organized a single, highly publicized community meeting, which was enough to change habits permanently. D. They went beyond basic suggestions by teaching a practical, self-sustaining skill (making solar lamps) and fostering a sense of shared responsibility and community unity. E. Their project was immediately adopted by neighboring towns before the Serasi Ville community had fully embraced.

8. Read the text carefully. Which of the following statements best about 'EcoPals'! Click True Or False for each statement!

Statement	True	False
1. The EcoPals team was formed by Indra, Lily, and Ben.
2. The EcoPals' main goal was to spread awareness about energy conservation.
3. The EcoPals were scientists studying how electricity works.

The following text is for questions number 9 to 11!

A week Joining a Youth Program to Empower Street Vendors

Last month, I joined a one-week youth community service program called "Empower Street vendors Week" in my city. The program was organized by a student-led nonprofit focusing on economic empowerment supporting SDG no. 1: No Poverty. The whole experience was meaningful, structured, and inspiring.

The program began with a two-day planning session. On Monday, we attended a workshop on the daily challenges faced by street vendors. An urban sociologist gave a talk about informal economies and how vendors contribute to food security and community resilience. On Tuesday, we were divided into groups to design simple strategies to help vendors improve their business visibility, hygiene, and digital access.

On Wednesday and Thursday, we visited street vendors in traditional markets and small neighborhoods. My group was assigned to a cluster of food vendors near the train station. We conducted short interviews to understand their working conditions, and we shared ideas such as using QR codes for payment and arranging items more attractively. We also helped them create simple digital menus using design apps and printed flyers.

Friday was implementation day. We contributed the materials we had prepared and helped some vendors register their businesses on digital map apps. One of the vendors, Mr. Agus, was very enthusiastic and thanked us because his small noodle stall became easier to find online.

On Saturday, we returned to evaluate the impact. Some vendors had already received more customer engagement due to better signage and cleaner displays. We collected their feedback and took notes for future improvements.

Finally, on Sunday, we presented our findings and reflections to the organizers. We learned that empowering vendors doesn't always require complex tools, sometimes, consistent, support, practical knowledge are enough.

This program showed me how youth-led initiatives can make a real difference in reducing poverty through simple, community-based actions.

9. Which of the following best summarizes the correct sequence of key activities in the program?

A. Participants started with field visits, the created materials, and ended with implementation. B. The team helped vendors online first, then designed strategies, and evaluated results later. C. Vendors were trained first, then interviewed, and their businesses promoted the next day. D. The program began with workshops, visited vendors, and ended with a final presentation. E. The team completed evaluations first, then met vendors, and supported their businesses after.

10. The follow-op activities would logically align with the values and goals of the program described in the text. Click Aligned or Not Aligned for every activity.

Activity	Aligned	Not Aligned
1. Organizing digital vendors to compete directly with street vendors
2. Sharing the project experience at a national youth leadership summit
3. Designing a mobile app that helps vendors improve visibility and access

11. What actions did the participants take during the middle of the week (Wednesday-Friday)? (Select more than one correct answer.)

A. Interviewing street vendors to understand their challenges. B. Creating digital menus and printed flyers. C. Registering vendors on online map applications. D. Holding a reflection session with organizers. E. Conducting workshops on solar-powered tools.

The following text is for questions number 12 to 15!

Push Ups

Push-Ups are a great form of exercise! It seems like they should only work your arms, but they really work most of your body! How do you do a push-up, though?

To do a push-up, lay down on the floor, belly down. You need to use your arms to lift your body up. As you do it, keep your hands flat on the floor beside you. Lift your body up only a few inches, until your elbows are at the right angles. Lower yourself back down again. Make sure not to lift your bottom high into the air! You're supposed to keep your body flat from your back down to your toes, like a plank or a board.

There are a lot of variations on push-ups. You can do knee push-ups, keeping your knees on the ground instead of lifting yourself with your toes. Some people do elevated push-ups. Put your legs up on a chair or a bed, and then do your push-ups that way. It really works your shoulders and arms more that way.

You can also move the position of your hands on the ground. If your hands are closer or farther from your sides, it can make push-ups harder or easier. Similarly, if your hands are closer to your hips instead of even with your shoulders, it can make push-ups harder. Some people even do push-ups with their fists down or on their fingertips instead of with their hands flat on the ground. You can even see if you can clap between push-ups! You have to push yourself up very high, clap your hands fast, and then catch yourself again! That is really hard, so be careful if you try that!

When you do push-ups, it works your arms, your chest, your shoulders, your core stomach and back muscles, and even your leg muscles! It really does work your whole body out. Start with small sets of them, and increase to more sets or larger sets as you get stronger!

12. How should you position your body to do a push-up?

A. Belly up B. Belly down C. On your back D. On your side E. Standing up

13. How does the text suggest progressing in push-ups for strength improvement?

A. Start with large sets B. Perform push-ups rapidly C. Focus on increasing speed D. Begin with complicated variations. E. Begin with small sets and gradually increase

14. Read the text carefully. Which of the following statements best how to push-up! Click Correct or Incorrect for each statement!

Statement	Correct	Incorrect
1. Push-ups mainly work only the arms and shoulders.
2. One way to make a push-up easier is by keeping your hands closer to your sides.
3. During a standard push-up, your body should be kept straight from your back down to your toes.

15. Based on the text describing the correct technique and variations of push-ups, which combination of statements below is entirely correct?

a. The initial position requires you to lie on the floor with your belly down, using your arms to lift your body.

b. The core muscles, chest, and arms are the only parts of the body that benefit from a push-up exercise.

c. Doing push-ups with your fists down or on your fingertips are suggested variations that can increase the difficulty

d. If the flame from the biogas burner is weak, you should add cow dung to increase the methane percentage.

A. (a) and (c) B. (a), (c), and (d) C. (b) and (c) D. (a) and (d) E. (a) and (b)

The following text is for questions number 16 to 18!

The Importance of Museums

Museums are seen in every city, in every part of the world. They act as valuable storage houses for the history of human civilization and the evolution of life on this planet. In this text, we will discuss the importance that museums hold in our lives.

The role of museums today is the preservation of history. Museums store artifacts that have a significant cultural, religious, scientific, and historical value that denotes significant turning points in the history of mankind and of the planet in general. It is thanks to the museums that we can look and objects that marked significant achievements by man. They provide tangible proof of history and help us identify ourselves in context. Museums help in preserving the cultural remnants and provide proof of man's survival through the ages. It is through museums that we can get a solid, evidence-backed glimpse into our past.

The museum holds a place of prime importance in the field of education. Any education is incomplete without proper cultural education and awareness, and museums play an undeniable role in this respect. A museum holds the cultural history of a nation and its many inhabitants, along with the history of other cultures as well. The only other mode of imparting cultural history to a nation would be through verbal dissertations, and that is not as effective as museums since it lacks the element of being able to interact and physically see and touch the artifacts being presented.

Mankind can't progress if we are not aware of our past, and museums provide the only window to our history. The artifacts stored and displayed in museums help us to understand where we came from, and thus determine where we are going. For instance, the relics of a country's great past in its museums invoke the spirit of nationality and propel the nation to stand up and be great again. Without museums, humanity would lack the crucial awareness of its necessary for progress.

Based on those reasons, we as the young generation must realize the necessity of museums. Museums are the key to learning our history and our identity. It is a must to preserve our museums.

16. What is the main idea of the second paragraph?

A. The role of museums in tourism B. The funding of museums C. The educational programs in museums. D. The architecture of museums. E. The role of museums today is the preservation of history

17. How do museums help us identify ourselves in context?

A. By providing interactive displays B. By offering guided tours C. By hosting educational workshops D. By showcasing contemporary art E. By preserving cultural remnants

18. Based on the overall arguments presented in the text, select the combination of statements below that accurately reflect the roles and benefits of museums to society.

a. Museums are valuable storage houses for the history of human civilization and the evolution of the planet.

b. The primary current role of museums is to host educational programs so everyone can physically interact with the artifacts.

c. Without museums, humanity would lack a crucial window into the past, essential for determining future direction.

d. Museums help foster the spirit of nationality by showcasing the relics of a country's great past.

e. Cultural education can be imparted more effectively through verbal dissertations than through the experience of museums.

A. (a), (c), and (d) B. (b), (d), and (e) C. (a), (b), and (e) D. (c) and (e) E. (a), (b), (c), and (d)

The following text is for questions number 19 to 20!

Why Doing Chores Is Important

Many teenagers dislike doing chores at home. They think chores are boring, tiring, or even a waste of time. However, doing chores is actually very helpful, not only for the family but also for the person doing them.

First, doing chores teaches responsibility. When we are given a task like sweeping the floor, washing dishes, or taking out the trash, we learn to take care of something. This habit helps us become more disciplined and organized in other parts of life, such as school or work.

Second, chores help us become more independent. If we always rely on others to do everything for us, we will have difficulty when we grow up and live on our own. By doing daily chores, we learn how to clean, cook, and manage a home-skills we will need in the future.

Third, helping with housework builds teamwork and respect. When all family members help with chores, the house becomes a shared responsibility. This can create better communication and stronger bonds between parents, children, and siblings.

In conclusion, although doing chores might seem like a small and annoying task, it actually brings many benefits. It helps us grow into responsible, independent, and respectful people. So. the next time you are asked to help at home, think of it as a step toward a better future.

19. The text suggests that "Mankind can't progress if we are not aware of our past." If a country decided to close all its museums and focus all its resources exclusively on technology and future-oriented science, what would be the most likely long-term consequence, according to the arguments presented in the text?

A. The country would experience unprecedented technological advancement due to redirected resources. B. Its citizens would achieve greater cultural awareness by focusing on modern, globalized media. C. It would accelerate its progress because it would no longer be burdened by the cost of preserving old artifacts. D. The country's sense of national identity would weaken, and its future progress would be compromised due to a lack of historical context. E. Educational programs would become more effective as they transition entirely to digital, interactive formats.

20. Read the statements below. Decide if the statement is True (Benar) or False (Salah).

Statement	True	False
1. Feeding the pets every morning without being reminded is an example of responsibility.
2. Deciding how to clean a difficult stain is an example of communication.

One day, a tiger caught a deer. The tigr wanted to eat the deer. But, the deer was smart. He said, "I've just eater bitter grass, so I taste bitter too. If you wait a little, I will be sweeter." The tiger thought for a moment and said, "Alright, I will wait." Then, the deer added, "If you tie me to that tree, I won't run away." The tiger believed him and tied the deer to a tree with a vine. After the tiger left to drink water, the deer quickly chewed the vine and ran away into the forest. When the tiger came back, the deer was gone. The tiger roared in anger, but the clever deer was already safe.

21. Why did the deer tell the tiger to wait before eating him?

[a.] He said he had eaten bitter grass. (He said he was not tasty yet.) [b.] He wanted to become friends with the tiger. [c.] He hoped the tiger would leave him alone out of kindness. [d.] He wanted to go get his friends first. [e.] He said he had eaten bitter grass.

The following text for questions no. 22 to 25

Saving money for the future is a manageable process that combines planning, budgeting, and discipline. Here is a step-by-step guide:

Step 1: Define Your Financial Future Goals
Saving is easier when you know what you're saving for. Define your goals and categorize them by timeframe.
• Action: For each goal, write down the target amount and the deadline. This lets you calculate how much you need to save monthly.

Step 2: Understand and Track Your Spending
You can't save what you don't know you have. This step is about getting a clear picture of your finances. Calculate Your Net Income: Total all income you receive in a month (after taxes and deductions).
• Action: Review your categories to find your biggest spending areas and identify where you can cut back (e.g., canceling unused subscriptions, reducing dining out).

Step 3: Create a Budget (The Saving Blueprint)
Use the information from Step 2 to create a formal plan for your money. A popular method is the $50/30/20$ Rule for your after-tax income:
• 50% for Needs: Essential fixed expenses (rent/mortgage, minimum debt payments, groceries, utilities, transportation).
• 30% for Wants: Non-essential variable expenses (dining out, entertainment, hobbies, shopping).
• 20% for Savings & Debt: Savings goals and any payments above the minimum on high-interest debt.
• Action: Design your monthly budget and ensure the target savings amount from Step 1 is built into the 20% category.

Step 4: Pay Yourself First (Automate Your Savings)
This is the most crucial habit for saving: treat your savings goal like a non-negotiable monthly bill.
• Action: Automation ensures that you save consistently before you have a chance to spend the money.

Step 5: Tackle High-Interest Debt
Debt, especially high-interest debt like credit cards or payday loans, is a huge obstacle to building future wealth. The interest rate on these often far exceeds any interest you can earn on savings.
• Strategy: Once you pay off a debt, redirect the money you were paying toward that debt into your savings/investment goals.

Step 6: Grow Your Long-Term Money (Invest)
For goals more than 5-10 years away (like retirement), simply saving money in a basic bank account is usually not enough due to inflation. Investing allows your money to grow over time.

22. According to the guide, which of the following examples is best classified as a Long-Term Financial Goal?

A. Saving an emergency fund equal to 6 months of living expenses. B. Buying a new gadget within the next 1 year. C. Paying off a large credit card debt within 5 years. D. Getting a down payment for a house in 8 years. E. Fully funding retirement for 20 years from now.

23. Based on the 50/30/20 Rule, what percentage of your after-tax income should ideally be allocated to essential 'Needs' like rent/mortgage and basic utilities?

A. 10% B. 20% C. 30% D. 50% E. 80%

24. What action does the guide emphasize as the most crucial habit for ensuring consistency in saving, according to 'Step 4: Pay Yourself First'?

A. Manually setting aside cash in an envelope every day. B. Waiting until the end of the month to see what money is left over to save. C. Setting up an automatic transfer of the savings amount from the checking to the savings account on payday. D. Fully investing money in stocks before saving an emergency fund. E. Only saving money when there is a bonus or extra income.

25. Which of the following statements are correct steps recommended in "Step 2: Understand and Track Your Spending"? (More than one answer may be correct)

A. Calculating the total monthly income received after taxes and deductions. B. Prioritizing the payment of high-interest debt like credit cards. C. Tracking every single expense, no matter how small, for one full month. D. Reviewing expense categories to identify areas where spending can be cut back (e.g., unused subscriptions). E. Immediately investing money for long-term goals without creating a budget first.

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