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38 This area used to be an agricultural land with dozens of farms, but the of factories has changed its
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39 The recently found result stands in sharp to the old one, and further investigation is required.
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40 I was informed by the employer who spoke with honesty that I was too old for the job.
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Noah considered it a sign from God; Aristotle was obsessed with its geometry. 41 comes to your mind when
you see the symbol of a rainbow? In the past few years, the rainbow flag has been internationally known to be closely
related to the pride of the LGBTQ+ community. However, the rainbow has come to 42 many different meanings
that some may not know about. For example, in the 1980s, the rainbow was used as a symbol by the Greenpeace
Organization, which aimed at protecting the Earth’s environment. Recently, the rainbow has been used by children and
adults alike as a sign of encouragement and resilience for 43 providers like doctors and nurses. Having been around
for a long time, the rainbow as a symbol is 44 for everyone. It is important that we all 45 not only respect
but also empathy when using it or talking about it. That way, we can all relate to its meaning of hope no matter who we
are or where we are.
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Doraemon, a well-known Japanese comic book character, was created by Fujiko F. Fujio in 1969. It was first made into
animation in 1973. Ever since its creation, Doraemon has been valued in Japan and many other countries for its
recreational and educational benefits.
Doraemon is a robot cat traveling back in time from the twenty-second century to the present in order to help a boy
named Nobita, a fifth grader. Unlike normal cats, Doraemon does not have ears. He has a blue body, caused by a mouse
bite, an event that later indirectly had his body metal taken off. As is known, Doraemon eats and sleeps like a normal
person and his favorite food is dorayaki, a Japanese treat filled with red bean paste.
Among many of Doraemon’s fantastic gadgets, the fourth-dimensional pocket is definitely the most eye-catching one.
Whenever it is necessary, Doraemon can take out from this magic pocket inestimable kinds of futuristic tools, such as
“Anywhere Door,” “Take-copter,” “Gulliver Tunnel,” and “Time Cloth,” to name but a very few. Interestingly, some
great inventions in this day and age have literally been created after Doraemon’s gadgets.
One of the major themes in the comic book Doraemon is the discussion of Nobita’s personality. Despite Nobita’s
disability to handle daily life well, Doraemon encourages him in one way or another to fight for what he needs. Doraemon
knows that despite his many flaws, Nobita is honest and kind-hearted, and sometimes even courageous when his beloved
ones are in danger, including Shizuka of course, a neighborhood girl whom he has a crush on. Today, Doraemon
continues to provide children with laughter and imagination. It is popular not only in Japan but also in many other parts
of the world.
46 What is the purpose of this passage?
To reveal what really motivates Fujiko F. Fujio to create Doraemon.
To describe important features and qualities that are typical of Doraemon.
To explain how Doraemon’s fourth-dimensional pocket may work step by step.
To argue why Doraemon is more popular than many other Japanese comic books.
47 Which of the following statements is true according to this passage?
Doraemon travels back in time in order to create a fourth-dimensional pocket.
Some of Doraemon’s gadgets have come into existence and become actual facts.
Doraemon behaves like other robot cats except that he eats a treat named dorayaki.
One of Doraemon’s chief tasks is to teach Nobita how to handle “Anywhere Door” well.
48 What does the word “inestimable” in this passage most likely mean?
Without a name. Too old to be useful. Without any value. Too many to be counted.
49 Which of the following is NOT discussed in this passage?
Why Doraemon has developed a blue body.
When and by whom Doraemon was first created.
How Doraemon tries to help Nobita gain control over life.
Which of Doraemon’s gadgets is more powerful than the others.
50 Which of the following words best describes the overall tone of this passage?
Uneasy. Factual. Negative. Accusing.