Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

It is estimated that about three billion people use the internet computer network around the world. Most people use the Internet to (25) _______information or for entertainment. A new study, however, shows US that almost 10% of Internet users are using it SO often that it is seriously harming their lives. The study says that these people may find it difficult to stop using the Internet because they have become addicted. Someone who is addicted finds it extremely difficult to stop (26) _______activity. According to a psychologist in the field. 30% of Internet users claim that they use the Internet to escape from (27) _______or emotions. The study also shows that having a chat or discussion with strangers on the Internet is one of the most (28) _______activities.

Most people use the Internet to (25) _______information or for entertainment.

Tom passed the test easily.

My friend cannot run as fast as me.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.

Tom has got the job. You must congratulate him for his success.

He was advised that he __________ singing lessons.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following questions.

Don't worry, you can count on me. I’ll try my best to help you.

She will pay less but she uses two energy-saving bulbs.

The cooker who is in the kitchen doesn’t work anymore.

Which is_______, Mount Everest or K2 in the Himalaya?

When you put on clothing or make-up, you place it on your body in order to wear it.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following questions.

Don't worry, you can count on me. I’ll try my best to help you.

It took him years to __________ the shock of his wife dying.

I've tried those tablets and they are not_______in helping me stop coughing.

He will not be __________ to vote in this year's election.

He couldn't reach the goal, _______surprised me.