Question

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicat the correct answer to each of the following questions.

According to airline industry statistics, almost 90 percent of airline accidents are survivable or partially survivable. But passengers can increase their chaneces of survival by learning and following certain tips. Experts say that you should rad and listen to safety instrucstion before take-off and ask questions if you have uncertainties. You should fasten your seat belt low on your hips and as tightly as possible. Of course, you should also know how the release mechanism of your blet operates. During takeoffs and landings, you are advised to keep your feet flat on the floor. Before take-off, you should locate the nearest exit and an alternative exit and count the row of seats beween you and the exits so that you can reach them in the dark if necessary. In the event that you are forewarned of a possible accident, you should put your hands on your ankles and keep your head down until the plane comes to a complete stop. If smoke is present in the cabin, you should keep your head low and cover your face whit napkins, towels, or clothing. If possible, wet these for added protection against smoke inhalation. To evacuate as quickly as possible, follow crew commands and do not take personal belongings with you. Do not jump on escape slides before they are fully infated , and when you jump, do so with your arms and legs extended in front of you. When you get to the ground, you should move away from the plane as quickly as possible, and smoke near the wreckage.

The word “inflated” in bold is closest in meaning to ________.

A. expanded

B. lifted

C. assembled

D. increased

Answer 1

Đáp án A.

Key word: inflated

Clue: Do not fump on escape slides before they are fully (inflated).

Slide là cửa trượt bằng hơi trên máy bay

Phân tích đáp án:

A. expanded:  được mở rộng, làm cho lớn lên

B. lifted: được nâng lên

C. assembled:  được lắp ráp

D. increased: được tăng lên

Dựa vào clue ta biết rằng thang hơi phải được bơm lên nên đáp án phù hợp nhất là A. expanded (được mở rộng, làm cho lớn lên) vì nó giúp ta liên tưởng đến việc nó được bơm đầy hơi.