Occasionally during the night one can see meteors. They resemble streaks of light and for this reason are called falling stars. As meteors travel through space they sometimes fall into the Earth's gravitational pull and the friction between these rocks and the atmosphere causes most of them to burn up before they reach the surface of the Earth. At times, however, very big pieces of meteors fall to Earth and although they are burned up to a large extent, some pieces do reach the surface. These are then called meteorites. The largest meteorite to have been founded is the Hoba meteorite. It was found in Nambia and weighs 60 tons.
  
  1. Meteors that hit the Earth _____ .
  A) are known as meteorites.
  B) are called falling stars.
  C) are found in the Hoba.
  D) will land in Nambia.
  E) bum up due to friction.
  2. The Earth's atmosphere _____ .
  A) has many meteors in it but we cannot see them.
  B) prevents most meteors from falling into the Earth's gravitational
  pull.
  C) and the friction it causes prevent many meteors from becoming
  meteorites.
  D) attracts the large falling stars to the Earth.
  E) is so hot that it burns up rocks easily.
  3. Meteors are _____ .
  A) huge stars that travel in space.
  B) very large pieces of stone.
  C) able to easily land on Earth.
  D) always in their travel in our atmosphere.
  E) usually present in Nambia.

  The chief triumph of this book is its depiction of Wellington. He is not simply the famous British general who defeated Napoleon at Waterloo. He remains a great general but
   he is also shown to have had feet of clay inside his splendid boots. For example, the writer dwells on Wellington's vanity and his unattractive lack of generosity in sharing the
   credit for his victories. This is a splendid book. Never less than interesting, but always trenchant. It redefines Wellington without diminishing his achievements and ends by
   reminding us that it was Napoleon who so forcefully articulated a wish that there should be "a European code of laws, a European judiciary, one people in Europe". The
   ogre's dream is coming true.
  
  1. From this passage, we get the impression that the book being reviewed _____
  A) makes fun of both Napoleon and Wellington
  B) overlooks the fact that Wellington was a great general
  C) pays more attention to Napoleon than to Wellington
  D) is unnecessarily critical of Wellington
  E) is well-written and gives a balanced picture of Wellington
  2. In the book under review, Wellington is criticized for _____
  A) not recognizing the role played by others in his victories
  B) his plan of campaign at Waterloo
  C) trying to buy people's affection and support
  D) underestimating Napoleon's strength
  E) failing to consult his subordinates
  3. It is clear from the passage that the book under review differs from traditional biographies of Wellington _____
  A) as his great enemy Napoleon receives more than his share of praise
  B) as it questions his skills as a leader
  C) because it shows up his human weaknesses
  D) in attitude, but not in content
  E) by putting the emphasis on his vices, not on his virtues
  4. We understand from the passage that in the book under review, Napoleon _____ .
  A) is simply presented as the big enemy
  B) receives acclaim for envisaging a united Europe
  C) is shown to have had greater military skills than Wellington
  D) and Wellington each admired the military skills of the other
  E) knew from the beginning that he would never conquer Britain
  5. In line 5, "feet of clay" stands for _____
  A) disgraceful impulses
  B) unmilitary feelings
  C) desires that have to be suppressed
  D) basic human weakness or faults
  E) an overwhelming desire to deceive Fast-food is such a pervasive part of

  When Christopher Columbus set sail in 1492 from Spain, his destination was not America. In fact, he did not even know that the huge American continents existed. His purpose in sailing west was to reach the Indies faster than other ships which used a route around Africa. The Indies were a source of riches for Europeans during those days. The treasures of spices, silks, etc. were greatly valued by Europeans but were extremely difficult to obtain. When Columbus reached the islands that are now known as the West Indies, he believed he had reached Asia and he called the people living there Indians'.
  
  1. In 1492 Columbus _____ .
  A) wished to go to America.
  B) started traveling towards Asia.
  C) traveled by way of Africa to Asia.
  D) wanted to become rich by sailing to America.
  E) was looking for the treasures of America.
  2. Spices, silks and other treasures _____ .
  A) were found around the world.
  B) were taken to Asia to be sold.
  C) were from the West Indies.
  D) from Asia, were brought to Europe.
  E) from Spain, were taken to the Indies.
  3. Columbus believed _____ .
  A) the destination for Europeans was Asia via America.
  B) Europeans should become rich.
  C) the riches of the West Indies were better than those of Asia.
  D) Spain could be reached via the Asian route.
  E) he was headed for India.