Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks. Nowadays, we can make out effort (23)………….. the environment by a lot of practical measures. Firstly, we don’t throw our rubbish away (24)…… thinking which things can be recycled. For example, we (25)…….. put plastic bottles in bins. Secondly, (26)…………. driving our car wherever we go, we ought to leave it at home whenever possible, and walk or use public transport. And finally, when going to the market, we should bring our own bags (27)………. we needn’t use the supermarket’s plastic bags, which will be safe not only for our health, but also the environment. 23. A. make B. making C. to make D. made 24. A. with B. without C. within D. in 25. A. must B. should C. would like D. have to 26. A. instead of B. by C. despite D. because of 27. A. because B. and C. although D. so Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions. Two of the most dangerous storms which affect America are hurricanes and tornadoes. They are very much feared by anyone who may live in the path of their destruction. Every year homes are destroyed by their fury and often lives are lost. Most people who live near the coast are forced to evacuate their homes and to move to safer areas until the storm passes. Floods are caused along the coasts by both the heavy rain and a storm tide that is considerably above normal water level. The high winds, coastal flooding and heavy rains associated with a hurricane cause enormous damage. Hurricanes usually develop between July and October. Once they hit land they carry tremendous power with driving rain and wind. Tornadoes are violent low-pressured storms. These storms occur most often during the summer months and are noticeable by their strong wind and lack of rain. The sky turns black as dust is sucked up into the air. Tornadoes are capable of lifting quite heavy objects from the ground. They can pick up trees and cars right into the air and even uplift heavier objects such as homes and railway cars. Both hurricanes and tornadoes cause millions of dollars worth of damage to life and property every year. Today they can be predicted more easily than in the past, but they cannot be stopped or ignored. 28. What are two of the most dangerous storms which affect America? A. Thunderstorms and hurricanes. B. Typhoons and thunderstorms. C. Hurricanes and tornadoes D. Hurricanes and typhoons. 29. At which part of the year do hurricanes usually develop? A. July and August only B. Between July and October C. From the seventh to the ninth month D. All the year round 30. What is the major similarity of both a hurricane and a tornado? A. They cover only a small area B. They have either wind or speed C. They are not accompanied by rain D. They can cause great damage 31. Which of the following is true of tornadoes and hurricanes? A. They cannot be predicted with accuracy B. They are easier to control today than in the past C. Tornadoes are more dangerous than hurricanes D. They can be predicted today with greater accuracy 32. According to the passage, what does the word “they” in line 1 of the third paragraph refer to? A. Floods B. Hurricanes C. Driving rain and wind D. Tornadoes