Read the passage below and choose one correct answer for each question.

Learning The Basics of Essential Life Skills

Living on your own might be something that you dream of achieving some day, but at the same time, the thought can be scary. You need an income, and then after that you need the survival skills to take care of yourself without anyone there to support you. This guide will help prepare you for that transition so that some day you can live independently. First, create a support network. We need people to be there for us and to also be honest with us and tell us how we can improve ourselves. Preferably, this network will extend beyond family members and include at least one close friend that you trust. Ultimately, when you are living on your own, you might encounter many obstacles you have never thought of and you will want someone there to be supportive of you and to help you as you navigate a life of independence. Second, master your weaknesses. It is a good idea to try and be aware of your weaknesses. If possible, have your close friend tell you what they feel are your biggest weaknesses. It Is also good to know your strengths, but it is your weaknesses that you need to work on. For instance, you might get very focused on playing video games for hours, maybe days at a time. While it is okay to play video games, playing them for days at a time when trying to live on your own can lead to you losing your job and also your house. So, it is important that you recognize your weaknesses and do your best to work with them. Next, learn to balance your schedule. It is important to learn how to do multiple things in a day. You need to be flexible and willing to schedule time for activities, work, and social engagements. Then, live a healthy lifestyle. You should exercise and try to eat healthy. You also have to maintain your hygiene or you might find yourself out of a job. Last but not least, follow your dreams and make them come true. Look through the newspapers and online and find that apartment or house that you desire to live in. Decide that you are going to move out and make it happen. Ultimately, living on your own is something that you have to make happen for yourself. So, decide that is what you want and don’t allow anything to deter you from your goal.

 Question: In order to live independently, you should_____.

A. dream of achieving some day

B. need someone to support you in case of emergency

C. get rid of the thinking that there is no one to support you.

D. have a job and the necessary life skills

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word for each of the blanks from 26 to 30. Fill in the appropriate word in question 27

      Just like any institution, a family also needs rules. Rules are very important because they keep things in (26)______. For a family, rules are as necessary as food and clothing. The rules are very important because they remain peace and order in the family. For example, children should respect and listen to their parents.

      If there are (27) ______ to be made, for examples, it is not only the parents who are going to decide especially if the children are already grown up. It would be better if everybody is involved in making the decision of important matter.

      Rules are needed to maintain a harmonious relationship (28) ______ family members. Parents are there the pillars of the family and guide children to be responsible and practice good values.

      Rules teach children to become more responsible and have discipline not only at home but especially outside of the home. When there are rules to follow, children will know (29) ______ they should do or should not do. Rules help to avoid conflict and misunderstanding that may lead to fights and aggression especially among children. Parents should set rules for the children to follow to avoid quarrels and fights. There are times when the children fight over simple matters and this happens if the parents do or not interfere but when parents set the rule and let the children follow, there will be (30) ______ conflicts.

A. decisions

B. problems

C. changes

D. calls

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word for each of the blanks from 26 to 30. Fill in the appropriate word in question 30

      Just like any institution, a family also needs rules. Rules are very important because they keep things in (26)______. For a family, rules are as necessary as food and clothing. The rules are very important because they remain peace and order in the family. For example, children should respect and listen to their parents.

      If there are (27) ______ to be made, for examples, it is not only the parents who are going to decide especially if the children are already grown up. It would be better if everybody is involved in making the decision of important matter.

      Rules are needed to maintain a harmonious relationship (28) ______ family members. Parents are there the pillars of the family and guide children to be responsible and practice good values.

      Rules teach children to become more responsible and have discipline not only at home but especially outside of the home. When there are rules to follow, children will know (29) ______ they should do or should not do. Rules help to avoid conflict and misunderstanding that may lead to fights and aggression especially among children. Parents should set rules for the children to follow to avoid quarrels and fights. There are times when the children fight over simple matters and this happens if the parents do or not interfere but when parents set the rule and let the children follow, there will be (30) ______ conflicts.

A. less

B. more

C. little 

D. fewer

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word for each of the blanks from 26 to 30. Fill in the appropriate word in question 26

      Just like any institution, a family also needs rules. Rules are very important because they keep things in (26)______. For a family, rules are as necessary as food and clothing. The rules are very important because they remain peace and order in the family. For example, children should respect and listen to their parents.

      If there are (27) ______ to be made, for examples, it is not only the parents who are going to decide especially if the children are already grown up. It would be better if everybody is involved in making the decision of important matter.

      Rules are needed to maintain a harmonious relationship (28) ______ family members. Parents are there the pillars of the family and guide children to be responsible and practice good values.

      Rules teach children to become more responsible and have discipline not only at home but especially outside of the home. When there are rules to follow, children will know (29) ______ they should do or should not do. Rules help to avoid conflict and misunderstanding that may lead to fights and aggression especially among children. Parents should set rules for the children to follow to avoid quarrels and fights. There are times when the children fight over simple matters and this happens if the parents do or not interfere but when parents set the rule and let the children follow, there will be (30) ______ conflicts.

A. need

B. time 

C. order 

D. shape

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word for each of the blanks from 26 to 30. Fill in the appropriate word in question 28

      Just like any institution, a family also needs rules. Rules are very important because they keep things in (26)______. For a family, rules are as necessary as food and clothing. The rules are very important because they remain peace and order in the family. For example, children should respect and listen to their parents.

      If there are (27) ______ to be made, for examples, it is not only the parents who are going to decide especially if the children are already grown up. It would be better if everybody is involved in making the decision of important matter.

      Rules are needed to maintain a harmonious relationship (28) ______ family members. Parents are there the pillars of the family and guide children to be responsible and practice good values.

      Rules teach children to become more responsible and have discipline not only at home but especially outside of the home. When there are rules to follow, children will know (29) ______ they should do or should not do. Rules help to avoid conflict and misunderstanding that may lead to fights and aggression especially among children. Parents should set rules for the children to follow to avoid quarrels and fights. There are times when the children fight over simple matters and this happens if the parents do or not interfere but when parents set the rule and let the children follow, there will be (30) ______ conflicts.

A. in

B. between

C. inside 

D. among

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word for each of the blanks from 26 to 30. Fill in the appropriate word in question 29

      Just like any institution, a family also needs rules. Rules are very important because they keep things in (26)______. For a family, rules are as necessary as food and clothing. The rules are very important because they remain peace and order in the family. For example, children should respect and listen to their parents.

      If there are (27) ______ to be made, for examples, it is not only the parents who are going to decide especially if the children are already grown up. It would be better if everybody is involved in making the decision of important matter.

      Rules are needed to maintain a harmonious relationship (28) ______ family members. Parents are there the pillars of the family and guide children to be responsible and practice good values.

      Rules teach children to become more responsible and have discipline not only at home but especially outside of the home. When there are rules to follow, children will know (29) ______ they should do or should not do. Rules help to avoid conflict and misunderstanding that may lead to fights and aggression especially among children. Parents should set rules for the children to follow to avoid quarrels and fights. There are times when the children fight over simple matters and this happens if the parents do or not interfere but when parents set the rule and let the children follow, there will be (30) ______ conflicts.

A. which

B. that

C. how

D. what

Read the passage below and choose one correct answer for each question.

Learning The Basics of Essential Life Skills

Living on your own might be something that you dream of achieving some day, but at the same time, the thought can be scary. You need an income, and then after that you need the survival skills to take care of yourself without anyone there to support you. This guide will help prepare you for that transition so that some day you can live independently. First, create a support network. We need people to be there for us and to also be honest with us and tell us how we can improve ourselves. Preferably, this network will extend beyond family members and include at least one close friend that you trust. Ultimately, when you are living on your own, you might encounter many obstacles you have never thought of and you will want someone there to be supportive of you and to help you as you navigate a life of independence. Second, master your weaknesses. It is a good idea to try and be aware of your weaknesses. If possible, have your close friend tell you what they feel are your biggest weaknesses. It Is also good to know your strengths, but it is your weaknesses that you need to work on. For instance, you might get very focused on playing video games for hours, maybe days at a time. While it is okay to play video games, playing them for days at a time when trying to live on your own can lead to you losing your job and also your house. So, it is important that you recognize your weaknesses and do your best to work with them. Next, learn to balance your schedule. It is important to learn how to do multiple things in a day. You need to be flexible and willing to schedule time for activities, work, and social engagements. Then, live a healthy lifestyle. You should exercise and try to eat healthy. You also have to maintain your hygiene or you might find yourself out of a job. Last but not least, follow your dreams and make them come true. Look through the newspapers and online and find that apartment or house that you desire to live in. Decide that you are going to move out and make it happen. Ultimately, living on your own is something that you have to make happen for yourself. So, decide that is what you want and don’t allow anything to deter you from your goal.

Question: In order to make your dream of living independently come true, you have to _______.

A. find an apartment online for your parents to move out

B. live by yourself instead of living with your parents

C. find yourself out of a job because of maintaining your hygiene

D. never allow anything to deter you from your healthy lifestyle

1. Who is responsible ______ the garbage-the husband of the wife?

A. to take out B. for take out C. for taking out D. with taking out

2. I think _____ at the train station will surprise Aunt Kate

A. your being B. you are C. you being D. you to be

3. "It's difficult to make money as an artist."

- "Have you considered ______ a course in business for artissts ?"

A. to take B. about taking C. your taking D. taking

4. "Why have you decided to go back to school "

-" I'm tired ______ as a secretary".

A. for work B. to work C. of working D. about working

You need to write a response to an e-mail that you will read. What your response needs to include is in the directions so make sure you also read the directions carefully.

From: Franklin Logan
Sent: Thursday, July 11, 5:51 PM
To: A11 NCNM staff
Subject: please read this now
Importance: High

In case you haven’t seen a television or newspaper in the last week, let me be the first to tell you that there are at least 5 new computer viruses in circulation right now. Many of them are extraordinarily destructive.

Until further notice, you should not open any attachments to any messages unless you know what the attachment is and you need the attachment to do your work. Do not open jokes, games, pictures, or anything else without receiving verification from the sender that the attachment was sent intentionally and is safe to open.

The new viruses are unusually deceptive to trick you into activating them. They may come disguised as almost anything, including invoices for products you did not buy or even patches to protect against computer viruses. On our network, virus protection updates will never come as an attachment sent by e-mail.

If you have any questions, please contact me as soon as possible.

Direction: As if you are an A11 NCNM staff, read the letter and give a suitable response.