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MODULE 1: READING (Questions 1-25)
Passage 1 (Questions 1-10)
The phenomenon of "digital nomadism" has transformed traditional notions of work and lifestyle
in the 21st century. Enabled by high-speed internet connectivity and cloud-based collaboration
tools, millions of professionals now conduct their careers while traveling continuously across the
globe. Proponents argue that this lifestyle fosters creativity, cultural exchange, and personal
fulfillment that static office environments cannot replicate. Research conducted by the Global
Workspace Analytics Institute in 2025 found that 73% of digital nomads reported higher job
satisfaction compared to their previous stationary roles, attributing this to increased autonomy
and diverse environmental stimulation.
However, critics point to significant challenges that complicate this seemingly idyllic existence.
Visa regulations remain a persistent obstacle, with most countries offering only short-term tourist
visas that technically prohibit remote work. Furthermore, the lack of stable community ties can
lead to profound psychological effects; a 2024 study in the Journal of Transitional Psychology
documented increased rates of loneliness and anxiety among long-term nomads. The
environmental impact of constant air travel also casts a shadow over the movement's
sustainability claims. One round-trip transatlantic flight generates approximately 1.6 metric tons
of CO₂ per passenger—equivalent to the annual emissions of an individual in some developing
nations.
Despite these concerns, the trend shows no signs of abating. Governments are beginning to
respond with specialized "digital nomad visas," and corporations are restructuring policies to
accommodate distributed teams. Whether this represents a fundamental restructuring of labor or
a temporary reaction to post-pandemic flexibility remains uncertain.
1. What is the central idea of the passage?
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A. Digital nomadism offers only superficial benefits that are outweighed by its drawbacks. B.
The digital nomad lifestyle is transforming work structures but faces significant challenges. C.
Government regulations are the primary barrier to sustainable digital nomadism. D.
Environmental concerns will ultimately cause the decline of digital nomadism.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The passage presents a balanced view, discussing both the transformative potential of
digital nomadism (first and third paragraphs) and its significant challenges (second paragraph).
Option B captures this dual focus. Option A is incorrect because the passage doesn't conclude
that benefits are merely superficial. Option C is too narrow—the passage discusses multiple
challenges beyond just regulations. Option D is unsupported; the passage states the trend "shows
no signs of abating."
2. According to the passage, what percentage of digital nomads reported higher job satisfaction?
A. 68% B. 73% C. 80% D. 85%
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The second sentence of the first paragraph explicitly states: "Research conducted by
the Global Workspace Analytics Institute in 2025 found that 73% of digital nomads reported
higher job satisfaction..." The other percentages are not mentioned.
3. The author mentions the environmental impact of air travel primarily to:
A. Discourage readers from becoming digital nomads. B. Provide context for one criticism of the
lifestyle. C. Compare it to other forms of transportation. D. Argue for stricter carbon offset
policies.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The environmental impact is presented as one of the "significant challenges" and
"criticisms" in the second paragraph. The author is not advocating a position (A or D) but
objectively presenting a counterargument. No comparison to other transportation (C) is made.
4. In line 8, what does "profound" most nearly mean?
A. Intense or extreme B. Wise or insightful C. Hidden or obscure D. Gradual or slow
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The context discusses "profound psychological effects" specifically "increased rates
of loneliness and anxiety," indicating intense or extreme mental health impacts. The other
meanings don't fit this context.
5. Which statement would the author most likely agree with?
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A. Digital nomad visas will solve all challenges facing remote workers. B. The psychological
benefits of digital nomadism are universally experienced. C. The future of digital nomadism
depends on balancing benefits with sustainable practices. D. Corporations should abandon
distributed team policies.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The passage's balanced tone and concluding uncertainty suggest the author sees the
future as contingent on addressing multiple factors. Option C reflects this nuanced position.
Option A is too absolute ("all challenges"). Option B contradicts the documented psychological
harms. Option D opposes the trend mentioned in the passage.
6. The phrase "wolves in sheep's clothing" (line 15) is used to suggest that:
A. Digital nomads are deceptive about their true intentions. B. The lifestyle appears simple but
hides complex problems. C. Governments are pretending to support nomads while restricting
them. D. The environmental impact is worse than it seems.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The phrase is used to introduce the paragraph about challenges, suggesting that
beneath the appealing surface lie significant complications. It refers to the lifestyle's hidden
difficulties, not deception by individuals (A), governments (C), or specifically environmental
issues (D).
7. Which detail best supports the claim that digital nomadism is growing despite challenges?
A. The 73% job satisfaction statistic B. The mention of psychological effects C. The
development of specialized visas D. The CO₂ emission statistics
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The third paragraph states "Governments are beginning to respond with specialized
'digital nomad visas,'" indicating institutional adaptation and growth. This directly supports the
trend continuing. While A shows benefits, it doesn't address growth. B and D discuss challenges,
not growth.
8. The author's primary purpose in writing this passage is to:
A. Persuade readers to embrace digital nomadism. B. Condemn the environmental impact of
remote work. C. Inform readers about a complex social phenomenon. D. Argue for more
restrictive visa policies.
Correct Answer: C
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MODULE 1: READING (Questions 1-25)
Passage 1 (Questions 1-10)
The phenomenon of "digital nomadism" has transformed traditional notions of work and lifestyle
in the 21st century. Enabled by high-speed internet connectivity and cloud-based collaboration
tools, millions of professionals now conduct their careers while traveling continuously across the
globe. Proponents argue that this lifestyle fosters creativity, cultural exchange, and personal
fulfillment that static office environments cannot replicate. Research conducted by the Global
Workspace Analytics Institute in 2025 found that 73% of digital nomads reported higher job
satisfaction compared to their previous stationary roles, attributing this to increased autonomy
and diverse environmental stimulation.
However, critics point to significant challenges that complicate this seemingly idyllic existence.
Visa regulations remain a persistent obstacle, with most countries offering only short-term tourist
visas that technically prohibit remote work. Furthermore, the lack of stable community ties can
lead to profound psychological effects; a 2024 study in the Journal of Transitional Psychology
documented increased rates of loneliness and anxiety among long-term nomads. The
environmental impact of constant air travel also casts a shadow over the movement's
sustainability claims. One round-trip transatlantic flight generates approximately 1.6 metric tons
of CO₂ per passenger—equivalent to the annual emissions of an individual in some developing
nations.
Despite these concerns, the trend shows no signs of abating. Governments are beginning to
respond with specialized "digital nomad visas," and corporations are restructuring policies to
accommodate distributed teams. Whether this represents a fundamental restructuring of labor or
a temporary reaction to post-pandemic flexibility remains uncertain.
1. What is the central idea of the passage?
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A. Digital nomadism offers only superficial benefits that are outweighed by its drawbacks. B.
The digital nomad lifestyle is transforming work structures but faces significant challenges. C.
Government regulations are the primary barrier to sustainable digital nomadism. D.
Environmental concerns will ultimately cause the decline of digital nomadism.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The passage presents a balanced view, discussing both the transformative potential of
digital nomadism (first and third paragraphs) and its significant challenges (second paragraph).
Option B captures this dual focus. Option A is incorrect because the passage doesn't conclude
that benefits are merely superficial. Option C is too narrow—the passage discusses multiple
challenges beyond just regulations. Option D is unsupported; the passage states the trend "shows
no signs of abating."
2. According to the passage, what percentage of digital nomads reported higher job satisfaction?
A. 68% B. 73% C. 80% D. 85%
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The second sentence of the first paragraph explicitly states: "Research conducted by
the Global Workspace Analytics Institute in 2025 found that 73% of digital nomads reported
higher job satisfaction..." The other percentages are not mentioned.
3. The author mentions the environmental impact of air travel primarily to:
A. Discourage readers from becoming digital nomads. B. Provide context for one criticism of the
lifestyle. C. Compare it to other forms of transportation. D. Argue for stricter carbon offset
policies.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The environmental impact is presented as one of the "significant challenges" and
"criticisms" in the second paragraph. The author is not advocating a position (A or D) but
objectively presenting a counterargument. No comparison to other transportation (C) is made.
4. In line 8, what does "profound" most nearly mean?
A. Intense or extreme B. Wise or insightful C. Hidden or obscure D. Gradual or slow
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The context discusses "profound psychological effects" specifically "increased rates
of loneliness and anxiety," indicating intense or extreme mental health impacts. The other
meanings don't fit this context.
5. Which statement would the author most likely agree with?
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A. Digital nomad visas will solve all challenges facing remote workers. B. The psychological
benefits of digital nomadism are universally experienced. C. The future of digital nomadism
depends on balancing benefits with sustainable practices. D. Corporations should abandon
distributed team policies.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The passage's balanced tone and concluding uncertainty suggest the author sees the
future as contingent on addressing multiple factors. Option C reflects this nuanced position.
Option A is too absolute ("all challenges"). Option B contradicts the documented psychological
harms. Option D opposes the trend mentioned in the passage.
6. The phrase "wolves in sheep's clothing" (line 15) is used to suggest that:
A. Digital nomads are deceptive about their true intentions. B. The lifestyle appears simple but
hides complex problems. C. Governments are pretending to support nomads while restricting
them. D. The environmental impact is worse than it seems.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The phrase is used to introduce the paragraph about challenges, suggesting that
beneath the appealing surface lie significant complications. It refers to the lifestyle's hidden
difficulties, not deception by individuals (A), governments (C), or specifically environmental
issues (D).
7. Which detail best supports the claim that digital nomadism is growing despite challenges?
A. The 73% job satisfaction statistic B. The mention of psychological effects C. The
development of specialized visas D. The CO₂ emission statistics
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The third paragraph states "Governments are beginning to respond with specialized
'digital nomad visas,'" indicating institutional adaptation and growth. This directly supports the
trend continuing. While A shows benefits, it doesn't address growth. B and D discuss challenges,
not growth.
8. The author's primary purpose in writing this passage is to:
A. Persuade readers to embrace digital nomadism. B. Condemn the environmental impact of
remote work. C. Inform readers about a complex social phenomenon. D. Argue for more
restrictive visa policies.
Correct Answer: C
