CEFR CEFR B2 English Reading Comprehension 3

Question 1

Read the passage: 'Social media platforms have changed the way news is consumed.
While traditional journalism involves editorial review and fact-checking, social media allows anyone to publish content instantly.
This speed advantage comes at the cost of accuracy, as misinformation can spread rapidly before corrections are issued.' What is the MAIN disadvantage of social media news mentioned in the passage?

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Misinformation can spread quickly before it is corrected

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Social media requires a paid subscription to access news

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News on social media is only available in certain countries

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Traditional journalists are excluded from social media

Question 2

Read the passage: 'Glaciers around the world are retreating at unprecedented rates. Scientists attribute this accelerated melting to rising global temperatures caused by greenhouse gas emissions. As glaciers shrink, they release freshwater into the ocean, contributing to sea level rise that threatens coastal communities worldwide.' The word 'unprecedented' most likely means:

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Never seen or recorded before at this level

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Slower than previously recorded

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Predicted accurately by scientists

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Related to a previous period of ice melting

Question 3

Read the passage: 'Volunteering has well-documented benefits for both the community and the volunteer. Studies show that people who regularly volunteer report higher levels of life satisfaction and lower rates of depression. Community organizations benefit from the labor, while volunteers gain skills, social connections, and a sense of purpose.' Who benefits from volunteering according to the passage?

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Both community organizations and the volunteers

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Only the community organizations receiving help

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Only the volunteers themselves

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Employers who hire former volunteers

Question 4

Read the passage: 'Artificial light at night disrupts the natural sleep cycles of many species. Migratory birds that navigate using stars become disoriented near brightly lit cities. Similarly, sea turtles that rely on moonlight to find the ocean after hatching are confused by artificial beach lighting, leading them inland to their death.' What do birds and sea turtles have in COMMON according to the passage?

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Both are negatively affected by artificial light

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Both migrate across oceans to find food

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Both are endangered due to urban development

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Both nest near brightly lit coastal cities

Question 5

Read the passage: 'The Mediterranean diet, rich in olive oil, vegetables, legumes, and whole grains, has been associated with lower rates of heart disease and longer life expectancy. Researchers believe the diet's anti-inflammatory properties and heart-healthy fats play a key role. However, food scientists caution that cultural and lifestyle factors may also contribute to these health outcomes.' What do the food scientists suggest in this passage?

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Diet alone may not fully explain the health benefits — lifestyle also matters

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The Mediterranean diet is ineffective and should be avoided

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More research needs to be conducted before any conclusions can be made

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Only people from the Mediterranean region benefit from the diet

Question 6

Read the passage: 'Public transport systems in densely populated cities reduce traffic congestion and air pollution. A single metro line can carry tens of thousands of passengers per hour, replacing thousands of individual car journeys. Despite clear environmental benefits, many commuters still prefer cars for the convenience and flexibility they offer.' What reason is given for why commuters still prefer cars?

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Cars offer greater convenience and flexibility

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Cars are less expensive than public transport

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Public transport is unreliable in most cities

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Metro lines do not operate during peak hours

Question 7

Read the passage: 'The concept of lifelong learning encourages individuals to continue acquiring new skills and knowledge throughout their lives, not just during formal education. In rapidly changing job markets, workers who adapt and retrain are more likely to remain employable. Critics argue, however, that the responsibility for retraining should not fall solely on individuals but on employers and governments.' What is the MAIN point of the critics' argument?

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The burden of retraining should be shared, not placed only on individuals

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Lifelong learning is not an effective strategy for employment

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Only governments should provide job training

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Workers should not need to retrain if their employers are competent