Chapter 14
Module 1
Reading and Writing - 27 Questions
DIRECTIONS: The questions in this section are designed to test your reading and writing
abilities. Each question will provide you with one or more passages. It is important to
thoroughly read each passage and question before selecting the best answer based on the
information provided. All of the questions in this section are multiple-choice and will have
four options to choose from. There is only one correct answer for each question.
1. The Congress of Vienna, held from 1814 to 1815, aimed to restore Europe’s balance
of power after the French Revolution and Napoleonic Wars. It was noteworthy for its
diplomatic approach, which prioritized negotiation and consensus-building over military
force. The Congress reestablished the pre-Napoleonic order by restoring monarchies and
redrawing national borders. This reconfiguration of power sought to maintain long-term
stability and prevent future conflicts in Europe.
Which choice best states the main purpose of the text?
A) To emphasize the role of individual diplomats in shaping the decisions made at the
Congress of Vienna
B) To discuss the various military strategies employed during the Congress of Vienna to
achieve lasting peace in Europe
C) To describe the Congress of Vienna’s objectives and its diplomatic approach in restor-
ing Europe’s balance of power
D) To analyze the long-term consequences of the Congress of Vienna on European po-
litical ideologies
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,2. The English Civil War (1642-1651) was a turning point in British history, marked by a
conflict between the Parliamentarians and the Royalists. At the heart of the war was
a struggle for supremacy between King Charles I and the English Parliament, fueled by
religious di↵erences and financial disputes. The war ended in 1651 with the decisive
Parliamentarian victory at the Battle of Worcester, leading to the eventual execution of
Charles I and the establishment of the English Commonwealth under Oliver Cromwell.
Which choice best states the main purpose of the text?
A) To discuss the military tactics used during the English Civil War and their impact
on modern warfare
B) To provide a brief overview of the English Civil War, highlighting the key parties
involved and its outcome
C) To examine the role of religion in the English Civil War and its influence on contem-
porary religious conflicts
D) To analyze the political ramifications of the English Civil War and its e↵ect on the
British monarchy
3. Text 1: Literary critic Hannah Miller examines Robert Browning’s dramatic monologue
’My Last Duchess.’ Miller argues that the poem’s protagonist, the Duke, is an unreliable
narrator who seeks to manipulate the reader’s perception of his dead wife. She contends
that the Duke’s description of his wife’s flirtatious behavior is likely exaggerated to justify
his cruel actions.
Text 2: In contrast, historian Alexander Thompson explores the historical context of ’My
Last Duchess,’ focusing on the real-life figures that may have inspired Browning’s poem.
Thompson suggests that Browning’s portrayal of the Duke and his wife could be more
accurate than previously thought, as it aligns with historical accounts of the figures in
question.
Based on the texts, how would Alexander Thompson (Text 2) most likely respond to
Hannah Miller’s argument about the Duke’s unreliability (Text 1)?
A) By pointing out that the Duke’s portrayal may be more accurate than Miller suggests,
as it aligns with historical accounts of real-life figures
B) By agreeing with Miller’s assertion and suggesting that Browning intentionally created
an unreliable narrator to critique aristocratic power
C) By arguing that Miller’s interpretation is solely based on a close reading of the poem
without considering the historical context
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, D) By suggesting that Miller’s argument is invalid because the poem should be read as
a pure work of fiction without any connection to reality
4. Canoeing, a popular recreational activity, involves paddling a canoe with a single-bladed
paddle. Canoers often enjoy exploring calm waterways, but more experienced canoeists
may challenge themselves by through rougher waters or participating in canoe
racing events.
Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard
English?
A) to navigate
B) navigating
C) having navigated
D) navigate
5. Table tennis, a fast-paced sport with origins in England, requires players to have quick
reflexes and strong hand-eye coordination. The International Table Tennis Federation
(ITTF) was established in 1926, and since then, the sport to gain worldwide
popularity and recognition.
Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard
English?
A) continue
B) continuing
C) has continued
D) had continued
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, 6. Kitesurfing is a thrilling water sport that combines elements of sailing, wakeboarding, and
gymnastics. With the assistance of a large kite, kitesurfers harness the wind’s power to
propel themselves across the water and perform impressive aerial maneuvers. To main-
tain control, kitesurfers must carefully adjust the kite’s angle in relation to the wind by
the control bar.
Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard
English?
A) manipulated
B) to manipulate
C) manipulating
D) manipulate
7. J.K. Rowling, the world-renowned author of the Harry Potter series, faced numerous
challenges before achieving success. She was a single mother on welfare and her manuscript
was rejected by many publishers before it a chance with Bloomsbury Publishing.
Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard
English?
A) found
B) finding
C) to find
D) had found
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Module 1
Reading and Writing - 27 Questions
DIRECTIONS: The questions in this section are designed to test your reading and writing
abilities. Each question will provide you with one or more passages. It is important to
thoroughly read each passage and question before selecting the best answer based on the
information provided. All of the questions in this section are multiple-choice and will have
four options to choose from. There is only one correct answer for each question.
1. The Congress of Vienna, held from 1814 to 1815, aimed to restore Europe’s balance
of power after the French Revolution and Napoleonic Wars. It was noteworthy for its
diplomatic approach, which prioritized negotiation and consensus-building over military
force. The Congress reestablished the pre-Napoleonic order by restoring monarchies and
redrawing national borders. This reconfiguration of power sought to maintain long-term
stability and prevent future conflicts in Europe.
Which choice best states the main purpose of the text?
A) To emphasize the role of individual diplomats in shaping the decisions made at the
Congress of Vienna
B) To discuss the various military strategies employed during the Congress of Vienna to
achieve lasting peace in Europe
C) To describe the Congress of Vienna’s objectives and its diplomatic approach in restor-
ing Europe’s balance of power
D) To analyze the long-term consequences of the Congress of Vienna on European po-
litical ideologies
76
,2. The English Civil War (1642-1651) was a turning point in British history, marked by a
conflict between the Parliamentarians and the Royalists. At the heart of the war was
a struggle for supremacy between King Charles I and the English Parliament, fueled by
religious di↵erences and financial disputes. The war ended in 1651 with the decisive
Parliamentarian victory at the Battle of Worcester, leading to the eventual execution of
Charles I and the establishment of the English Commonwealth under Oliver Cromwell.
Which choice best states the main purpose of the text?
A) To discuss the military tactics used during the English Civil War and their impact
on modern warfare
B) To provide a brief overview of the English Civil War, highlighting the key parties
involved and its outcome
C) To examine the role of religion in the English Civil War and its influence on contem-
porary religious conflicts
D) To analyze the political ramifications of the English Civil War and its e↵ect on the
British monarchy
3. Text 1: Literary critic Hannah Miller examines Robert Browning’s dramatic monologue
’My Last Duchess.’ Miller argues that the poem’s protagonist, the Duke, is an unreliable
narrator who seeks to manipulate the reader’s perception of his dead wife. She contends
that the Duke’s description of his wife’s flirtatious behavior is likely exaggerated to justify
his cruel actions.
Text 2: In contrast, historian Alexander Thompson explores the historical context of ’My
Last Duchess,’ focusing on the real-life figures that may have inspired Browning’s poem.
Thompson suggests that Browning’s portrayal of the Duke and his wife could be more
accurate than previously thought, as it aligns with historical accounts of the figures in
question.
Based on the texts, how would Alexander Thompson (Text 2) most likely respond to
Hannah Miller’s argument about the Duke’s unreliability (Text 1)?
A) By pointing out that the Duke’s portrayal may be more accurate than Miller suggests,
as it aligns with historical accounts of real-life figures
B) By agreeing with Miller’s assertion and suggesting that Browning intentionally created
an unreliable narrator to critique aristocratic power
C) By arguing that Miller’s interpretation is solely based on a close reading of the poem
without considering the historical context
77
, D) By suggesting that Miller’s argument is invalid because the poem should be read as
a pure work of fiction without any connection to reality
4. Canoeing, a popular recreational activity, involves paddling a canoe with a single-bladed
paddle. Canoers often enjoy exploring calm waterways, but more experienced canoeists
may challenge themselves by through rougher waters or participating in canoe
racing events.
Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard
English?
A) to navigate
B) navigating
C) having navigated
D) navigate
5. Table tennis, a fast-paced sport with origins in England, requires players to have quick
reflexes and strong hand-eye coordination. The International Table Tennis Federation
(ITTF) was established in 1926, and since then, the sport to gain worldwide
popularity and recognition.
Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard
English?
A) continue
B) continuing
C) has continued
D) had continued
78
, 6. Kitesurfing is a thrilling water sport that combines elements of sailing, wakeboarding, and
gymnastics. With the assistance of a large kite, kitesurfers harness the wind’s power to
propel themselves across the water and perform impressive aerial maneuvers. To main-
tain control, kitesurfers must carefully adjust the kite’s angle in relation to the wind by
the control bar.
Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard
English?
A) manipulated
B) to manipulate
C) manipulating
D) manipulate
7. J.K. Rowling, the world-renowned author of the Harry Potter series, faced numerous
challenges before achieving success. She was a single mother on welfare and her manuscript
was rejected by many publishers before it a chance with Bloomsbury Publishing.
Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard
English?
A) found
B) finding
C) to find
D) had found
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