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  • Why has cricket been labelled as "the most difficult game in the world"?
    It requires unpredictable weather
    It has a long tradition
    It is hard to predict and understand
    It involves extensive travelling
  • What word in the second text implies that cricket offers players a continuous chance to improve their skills?
    Endless
    Remarkable
    Decrease
    Leading
  • In the second passage, what is noted as a major difficulty in understanding the game of cricket?
    Its complicated rules
    The length of the matches
    The high cost of equipment
    The lack of professional teams
  • How did Bessie Smith’s performances influence other musicians of her time?
    Many musicians imitated her vocal style
    She shifted the focus to instrumental solos
    She encouraged musicians to write political songs
    She introduced new dance styles
  • Why does Mike feel pressured to own a mobile phone?
    His work requires constant communication
    He wants to fit in with his social group
    He needs it for his children
    His wife insisted he buy one
  • The development of libraries in Europe accelerated due to which major invention?
    The construction of larger buildings
    The discovery of papyrus
    The creation of schools
    The invention of the printing press
  • What impact did Bessie Smith have on the popularity of blues music?
    She changed the traditional instruments used in blues
    She helped bring blues music to a wider audience
    She restricted blues to African American communities
    She created a new genre of music
  • According to the text, what role did libraries play in ancient civilizations?
    A central part of business and legal records
    A source of entertainment
    A means of educating children
    A method for storing religious documents
  • What is implied about the use of mobile phones in Tim's profession as a window cleaner?
    He finds it essential for safety purposes
    He uses it to connect with clients regularly
    He finds it useless for work but good for personal communication
    He enjoys using it to place bets occasionally
  • What benefit does Madeleine mention about having a mobile phone?
    It was useful for her travel job
    It helped her track down students easily
    It allowed her to contact the police during an emergency
    It helped her manage her finances
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