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The advent of the Internet may be one of the most important technological developments in recent years. Never before have so many people had access to so many different sources of information. For all of the Internet’s advantages, however, people are currently becoming aware of some of its drawbacks and are looking for creative solutions. Among the current problems, which include a general lack of reliability and numerous security concerns, the most crucial is speed.

First of all, the Internet has grown very quickly. In 1990, only a few academics had ever heard of the Internet. In 1996, over 50 million people used it. Every year, the number of people with access to the Internet doubles. The rapid growth has been a problem. The computer systems which run the Internet have not been able to keep up with the demand. Also, sometimes a request for information must pass through many routing computers before the information can be obtained. A request for information made in Paris might have to go through computers in New York, Los Angeles and Tokyo in order to obtain the required information. Consequently, service is often slow and unpredictable. Service also tends to be worse when the Internet is busiest - during the business day of the Western Hemisphere - which is also when companies need its service the most.

Some people are trying to harness the power of networked computers in such a way as to avoid this problem. In 1995, a group of American universities banded together to form what has come to be known as Internet II. Internet II is a smaller, more specialized system intended for academic use. Since it is more specialized, fewer users are allowed access. Consequently, the time required to receive information has decreased.

Businesses are beginning to explore a possible analogue to the Internet II. Many businesses are creating their own “Intranets”. These are systems that can only be used by the members of the same company. In theory, fewer users should translate into a faster system. Intranets are very useful for large national and international companies whose branches need to share information. Another benefit of an Intranet is an increased amount of security. Since only company employees have access to the information on the Intranet, their information is protected from competitors. While there is little doubt that the Internet will eventually be a fast a reliable service, industry and the academic community have taken their own steps toward making more practical global networks.

The word “obtain” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to__________ .

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To be honest, I go to the museums once in a blue moon.

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THE FUTURE OF WATER

Many of us often wonder what the future holds; some believe major advances in technology will occur which will result in improvements to our everyday lives. Scientists have predicted shortages in fossil fuels and changes in the weather patterns of the world. (25)________, one significant change that will have an alarming impact on all of us is the global water shortage. Analysts have forecast that some of the consequences of this will be mass migration from Africa to Europe and wars between countries over clean water. The main causes of this disturbing water shortage are global warming, climate change and the increasing world population. The supply of fresh water (26) ________ comes from mountain glaciers and flows into lakes and rivers is diminishing, and this also (27)__________ to the shortage. Water analysts and government leaders need to start making radical changes to the way water use is managed and they need to find new sources that will be able to meet the demands of an ever-growing population. In addition, more things need to be done to control global warming as this will help to reduce water shortages. People should be made (28)_______of the situation and warned not to waste water. Multinational companies should invest in developing better water management systems. In summary, if we start (29)_______ action now, we might be able to prevent a world disaster.

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_____________, he becomes angry.

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THE FUTURE OF WATER

Many of us often wonder what the future holds; some believe major advances in technology will occur which will result in improvements to our everyday lives. Scientists have predicted shortages in fossil fuels and changes in the weather patterns of the world. (25)________, one significant change that will have an alarming impact on all of us is the global water shortage. Analysts have forecast that some of the consequences of this will be mass migration from Africa to Europe and wars between countries over clean water. The main causes of this disturbing water shortage are global warming, climate change and the increasing world population. The supply of fresh water (26) ________ comes from mountain glaciers and flows into lakes and rivers is diminishing, and this also (27)__________ to the shortage. Water analysts and government leaders need to start making radical changes to the way water use is managed and they need to find new sources that will be able to meet the demands of an ever-growing population. In addition, more things need to be done to control global warming as this will help to reduce water shortages. People should be made (28)_______of the situation and warned not to waste water. Multinational companies should invest in developing better water management systems. In summary, if we start (29)_______ action now, we might be able to prevent a world disaster.

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I couldn’t buy the house. The house was expensive.

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He was an ___________ writer because he persuaded many people to see the truth of his idea.

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THE FUTURE OF WATER

Many of us often wonder what the future holds; some believe major advances in technology will occur which will result in improvements to our everyday lives. Scientists have predicted shortages in fossil fuels and changes in the weather patterns of the world. (25)________, one significant change that will have an alarming impact on all of us is the global water shortage. Analysts have forecast that some of the consequences of this will be mass migration from Africa to Europe and wars between countries over clean water. The main causes of this disturbing water shortage are global warming, climate change and the increasing world population. The supply of fresh water (26) ________ comes from mountain glaciers and flows into lakes and rivers is diminishing, and this also (27)__________ to the shortage. Water analysts and government leaders need to start making radical changes to the way water use is managed and they need to find new sources that will be able to meet the demands of an ever-growing population. In addition, more things need to be done to control global warming as this will help to reduce water shortages. People should be made (28)_______of the situation and warned not to waste water. Multinational companies should invest in developing better water management systems. In summary, if we start (29)_______ action now, we might be able to prevent a world disaster.

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The doctor told him to keep ________ sweets and chocolate to lose weight.

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There are so many traffic accidents because of the drivers' carelessness.

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He regrets ________ school early. It is the biggest mistake in his life.

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Particular issues (A) that concern (B) teenagers were (C) covering (D) in the half-hour programme.

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__________, Jose’s dance troupe often toured abroad.

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We are looking for people with ________experience.

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You must fill in this ____________ form in capital letters.

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You’ll feel sorry afterward ________ you do it carefully.