Dragnet 100 Verbal Questions & Answers

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Is free internet access as much a universal human right as access to clean water
and healthcare? Many leading experts believe that the 80% of the worlds
population that is not connected to the web should have access to information
through free low-bandwidth connection via mobile phones. The one fifth of the
world connected to the internet, however, faces a very different problem: an
insatiable appetite for bandwidth that outstrips availability. Bandwidth refers to the
capacity to transfer data through a channel. Emails, for example, require less
bandwidth than video. Information traffic jams result when too many users try to
move information at the same time, exceeding the channels capacity. The
popularity of mobile web devices means demand for wireless channels is growing
rapidly, but bandwidth supply is limited resulting in high charges for use. With
bandwidth controlled by a handful of private suppliers, bandwidth is the subject of
government debate in many countries, including the United States. Bandwidth
suppliers are in favour of introducing tiered pricing structures, whereby customers
paying higher rates would receive faster service. Critics believe that a tiered
system violates the principle of net neutrality whereby all data is treated as equal
and would allow suppliers to profiteer from controlling a scarce resource.
Suppliers argue that they are funding huge infrastructure updates such as
switching from copper wires to expensive fiberoptics in order to improve services.
Q9 Which two of these statements must be true?
The main argument in the passage is that internet users are not leaving.
Access to information via the internet is a basic human right.
Suppliers back their demand for higher charges claiming higher infrastructural updates
In the new proposal customers paying higher will receive faster service
Tired system violates the principle of neutrality
Demand for wireless channels is limited, but bandwidth supply is growing
Mobile net device increase has contributed towards the pressure on bandwidth
availability
Only a few suppliers control bandwith supply
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The bandwidth for emails and video are the same
Switching from copper wires to expensive fiberoptics will increase bandwidth service
Capacity to transfer data through a channel is bandwidth
The tiered pricing structures would charge mobile web devices users more

Proponents of net neutrality are against the prioritising of certain web traffic.
Even those with internet connection are still unsatisfied for new bandwith
Free internet access is as much a universal human right
Traffic jams results only when information are moved at the same time
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Graduate Standardisation Examination
The Dead Sea Scrolls are probably the most significant archaeological discovery of
the twentieth century. More than 800 ancient documents, written on papyrus and
parchment, were found in 1947 in desert caves at Qumran, near the Dead Sea. The
texts mainly date from between the last century BCE and the first century CE and
are comprised of three types of document: copies of books from the Hebrew Bible;
apocryphal manuscripts; and documents pertaining to the beliefs and practices of a
sectarian community. The former category is arguably of the greatest academic
significance, as documents such as a complete copy of the Book of Isaiah enabled
historians to analyse the accuracy of Bible translations. However, the secrecy of the
scholars appointed by the Israeli Antiquities Authority, and their slow rate of
publication, were the subject of international controversy. In 1991, the Huntington
Library made photographic images of the full set of scrolls finally available to all
researchers. While the scrolls importance is indisputable, there is no consensus
over the texts origins. The traditional view is that the scrolls belonged to an ascetic
Jewish sect, widely believed to be the Essenes. The Essenes rules and doctrines
are even seen by some scholars as a precursor to Christianity. A competing theory
holds that the documents are sacred texts belonging to various Jewish communities,
hidden in the caves for safekeeping around 68CE, during the unsuccessful Jewish
Revolt against the Romans in Jerusalem.
Dead Sea Scrolls is that they belonged to an early Christian sect called the Essenes
Dead Sea scrolls are the most significant archaeological discovery in the 20th century
There are photographic images of the full set of scrolls
There are competing theories on the ownership of the ownership of the Dead Sea scroll
Both the origins and the process of the scrolls have been disputed
The Dead sea scroll consist more than 3 types of documents
The book of Isaiah aided the analyses of the bible translations accuracy
The Hebrew bible were among the artefacts formed
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The slow rate of publication by scholars caused controversy
The Essenes inhabited the desert caves at Qumran near the Dead Sea.
The Dead Sea scroll were found in 1947
A Sectarian community were in charge of keeping the scrolls
The Dead Sea Scrolls include the oldest known copy of the Book of Isaiah.
The Dead Sea Scrolls were written on parchment
The text on scrolls had varying dates
This passage summarises the difference between two main theories on the scroll
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Have you ever set your mouth on fire by biting into a chilli pepper? The sensation
is caused by capsaicin, a chemical compound that stimulates the mouths pain
receptors, which in turn tell the brain youve eaten something hot. The body reacts
by perspiring and releasing endorphins, the feel-good effect of which perhaps
accounts for spicy foods appeal. The first scale for measuring a chillis heat was
developed in 1912 by the chemist Wilbur Scoville. Scoville Heat Units refer to the
number of times a chilli must be diluted before it is undetectable to tasters. The
worlds hottest chilli, the Indian naga jolokia, measures 970,000 SHU. Today a
chillis heat can be measured more accurately using high-pressure liquid
chromatography, a technique that calculates the concentration of capsaicin in a
solution. Humans have consumed chillies for over 8,000 years; they were first
cultivated 6,000 years ago in South and Central America. In the late 15th century
Christopher Columbus introduced chillies to the rest of the world via Spain, where
they were called peppers because they were spicy like peppercorns. In addition to
their culinary uses, chillies have long been prized for their medicinal properties.
Scientific studies show that capsaicin may lower blood pressure and aid weight
loss. Capsaicin has traditionally been used in tropical analgesics, however new
research indicates that the compound may actually be carcinogenic.
Chilli peppers are only indigenous to South and Central America.
The scale developed by Wilbur Scoville is inherently subjective.
Capsaicin is actually carcinogenic
Columbus introduced chillies to the world via spain
Some people eat chilli peppers for their psychological effect as well as their spicy taste.
Naga jolokia is the worlds hottest chilli.
The most important use of chilli pepper is to loss weight
Endorphin is an hormone that makes you feel good
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Wilburs scale was not the most efficient for measuring chillis heat.
Chillies have medical values.
Capsaicin sends a message to the brain that you have eaten something hot
High pressure liquid chromatography was developed in the 20th century
Pepper got their name from peppercorns
Chilli pepper was first 6,000 years ago
High pressure liquid chromatography is more efficient than Scovilles scale
Sensation from eating hot chilli pepper is gotten from pain receptors
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Verbal Test 1
Solution Booklet
Solutions
Each of the statements are either True or False or Cannot say. However, we are
interested only in the true statements.
True: The statement follows logically from the information contained in the passage.
False: The statement is logically false from the information contained in the passage.
Cannot Say: It is not possible to determine whether the statement is true or false
without further information.
Over ten percent of the adult population suffers from a phobia-type of anxiety
disorder characterised by an intense, irrational fear of an object or situation that
interferes with the sufferers daily life. Although experts do not fully understand the
cause of phobias, research indicates that heredity and triggering events are likely
factors. There are a variety of treatments available for phobia sufferers. Cognitive
behaviour therapy (CBT) is a very popular, and effective method of desensitization.
This approach treats the phobias anxiety symptoms as conditioned behaviours that can,
through systematic exposure to the feared stimulus, be re-learned. CBT increases
exposure to the feared object or situation very gradually, thereby modifying the patients
response and developing tolerance. A less common treatment is flooding, which uses
total immersion to the feared object in order to desensitize the patient. Medication is also
used to treat phobias. Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) are antidepressants that
can be prescribes to reduce panic and improve confidence, though they can have
negative side effects including weight gain. While phobias are among the most easily
treated mental health problems, less than 25% of surferers seek treatment. If untreated,
phobias can exacerbate and develop into other problems, such as depression and low
self-esteem
(True) Despite the high success rates of phobia treatments, most sufferers remain untreated
While phobias are among the most easily treated mental health problems, less than 25% of
Sufferers seek treatment (from the last 4 lines in the passage)
(True) The majority of phobia sufferers run the risk of developing associated problems
Since majority of phobia sufferers do not go for treatment, it therefore follows that majority
of them run the risk of developing associated problems (from the last 3 lines in the passage)
(Cannot Say) Weight gain is the main side effect caused by taking MAO inhibitors
The passage stated that weight gain is one of the side effects of taking MAO inhibitors,
it never stated specifically that this is the main side effect
(Cannot say) Flooding is a less effective form of therapy than CBT.

The effectiveness of both were never compared, it was there level of popularity that was compared
(Cannot say) Phobias do not affect 90% of the adult population

No such value was given in the entire passage
(False) Flooding involves a high degree of exposure to the source of dread

Flooding involves total exposure not an high degree of exposure (clearly stated in line 11)
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(True) In CBT, patients are exposed to the feared object or situation in small increments
Very true as seen in line 8 and 9 of the passage
(True) CBT is more effective at treating phobias than antidepressants
From the information given in the passage; CBT help modify the patients response
and develop tolerance while antidepressants only seem to have psychological effect
and negative side effects. So one can conclude so
(True) CBT views a phobias symptoms as the result of condition

Very true as seen in line 7 of the passage
(Cannot say) CBT is the most commonly used form of treatment for phobias
The passage says very popular and not most popular as seen in line 6
(True) A phobia is an extreme and unrealistic fear

Very true as seen in line 1 and 2
(False) Research has proven that phobias are inherited

From the passage, heredity was stated as a likely cause and not a proven
cause as seen in line 4
(True) Both CBT and flooding involve desensitizing the phobia sufferer
Very true, as seen in line 6 and 11
(Cannot say) Phobias are among the most common form of mental health problem
This statement was never discussed in the passage, rather what
discussed, was how common it was to treat such mental condition; as seen in the
last 4 lines
(False) In flooding, a person is gradually exposed to their source of fear
Flooding involves total immersion as seen line 11 of the passage
(True) A phobia can have a negative impact on sufferers daily life
Line 3 confirms this: Phobia interferes with the sufferers daily life
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The most prevalent neurological condition in the developed world, migraine is
characterised by severe, recurrent headaches, with additional symptoms including
nausea and sensitivity to light and sound. The frequency and duration of migraine
attacks are variable: attacks may occur a few times a year or several times per
month, while pain may last between four hours and three days. Approximately one
third of sufferers experience an aura a perceptual disturbance occurring before
the migraines onset. There are numerous theories on the cause of migraines. The
vascular theory posits that migraines are caused by problems with blood vessels in
the brain. A more widely held view is that migraines result from low levels of the
neurotransmitter serotonin in the brain. Prophylactic drug treatment, which
prevents the onset of migraines, has declined in recent years, because of side
effects and also improvements in medications treating an actual attack. Whereas
older varieties of pain medication are potentially addictive, newer drugs called
triptans work by reducing pain information travelling to the brain. Treatment plans
typically include avoidance of known migraine triggers, such as diet, alcohol, and
stress, as overuse of medication can lead to chronic rebound headaches. Not
only do migraines have a debilitating effect on sufferers, they are also bad for the
economy, with an estimated 25 million days lost from work every year in the UK
alone.
. (Cannot Say) One third of migraines are preceded by a heightened sensitivity to light.
The passage stated in line 3 that migraines are characterised with symptoms like
sensitivity to light and sound, nothing was stated about one third of migraines being
preceded by a heightened sensitivity to light.
(False) It is not possible to work when suffering from a migraine.

While the last sentence states that 25 million work days are lost due to migraines, it
does not say that it is impossible to work
(True) There are numerous theories on the cause of migraines.
Very true as seen in line 7
(True) Prophylactic drug has side effect
This was stated in line 12
(Cannot Say) Serotonin deficiency is the most commonly held theory of migraine causes.
It is a widely held vascular theory, but the passage does not compare it to every
theory. So we cannot say if it is the most held theory.
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(False) Migraine triggers include only alcohol and stress.
It include not only alcohol and stress but also diet and over use of medications; as
seen in the last 4 and 5 lines
(True) Old varieties of pain reducing drugs may be difficult to stop.

Very true; as seen in line 13
(True) Headaches can reoccur and even increase from overuse of medication.
Very true; as seen in the last 3 lines
(Cannot say) Migraine is the most prevalent disease in the developed world.
The passage stated that migraine is the most prevalent neurological condition
in the world, nothing was said about it being the most prevalent disease
(True) Sufferers from migraine become more sensitive to light and sound.
(False) Triptans are a new form of prophylactic drug which are less addictive.
Triptans are not prophylactic drugs; they reduce pain rather than prevent
headaches
(True) The frequencies of migraine attacks are not constant

The passage states The frequency and duration of migraine attacks are variable
(Cannot say) The vascular theory has been discredited

Though the passage tells us that it is not the most widely held view, it does not
necessarily follow that it has been discredited.
(True) Problems with blood vessels and serotonin deficiencies may cause migraines
Very true as seen in line 8-10 of the passage
(True) In the extensive view, migraines also affect the economy

Very true as seen in the last two lines of the passage
(Cannot say) Migraines can be cured easily

This fact was never presented in the passage, so we cannot say it is true
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(False) The main argument in the passage is that internet users are not leaving enough
bandwidth for 80% of the worlds population.
The passage raises two separate problems- lack of internet connection for 80% of the
World and bandwidth shortage for internet users- but there is no causal relationship
between the two problems
(Cannot say) Access to information via the internet is a basic human right.
The first two sentences raises this question, but do not provide an objective answer
(True) Suppliers back their demand for higher charges claiming higher infrastructural
updates
Very true; as seen in the last two lines of the passage
(True) In the new proposal customers paying higher will receive faster service
Very true; as seen in the last five lines
(Cannot say) Tired system violates the principle of neutrality

The passage never stated this as a fact, it was actually critics that believe
that tired system violates this principle and we cannot take the belief of
critics as a fact; this is seen in the last five lines of the passage.
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(False) Demand for wireless channels is limited, but bandwidth supply is growing
This is false because the passage says otherwise; line 10 and 11 of the passage
states that demand for wireless is growing but bandwidth is limited
(True) Mobile net device increase has contributed towards the pressure on bandwidth
availability
Very true as stated in the 7th sentence
(True) Only a few suppliers control bandwidth supply

Very true as seen in the 12th sentence
(False) The bandwidth for emails and video are the same
The passage states that mails require less bandwidth than video line 8 of the
passage
(True) Switching from copper wires to expensive fiberoptics will increase bandwidth service
Very true as seen in the last line of the passage
(True) Capacity to transfer data through a channel is bandwidth

Very true as seen in the 6th line of the passage
(Cannot say) The tiered pricing structures would charge mobile web devices users more
While the 7th sentence states that mobile web devices are subject to high charges, the
tiered pricing structures described in the 9th sentence does not mention costs for mobile
web devices, merely a cost associated with a faster service
(True) Proponents of net neutrality are against the prioritising of certain web traffic.
Very True as explained in line 9 and 10 of the passage
(True) Even those with internet connection are still unsatisfied for new bandwidth
Very True as seen in line 6 of the passage
(Cannot say) Free internet access is as much a universal human right

The passage never stated this as a fact, it asked this as an question first line
of the passage
(Cannot say) Traffic jams results only when information are moved at the same time
The passage never said that traffic jam ONLY results when information are moved
at the same time. See line 8 and 9 of the passage
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Verbal Test
Free Sample Questions
Instructions
This free verbal reasoning test comprises 8 questions, and you will have 7 minutes in which to
correctly answer as many as you can.
You will be presented with a passage to read, and 4 statement about that passage. You
must select two true statements from the four presented:
You will have to work quickly and accurately to perform well in this test. If you dont know the
answer to a question, leave it and come back to it if you have time.
Try to find a time and place where you will not be interrupted during the test. When you
are ready, begin the test.
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established in the will of Alfred Nobel, a wealthy Swedish chemist who invented
dynamite. In 1969, a new prize in economic science was established by the Bank
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achievements
Unlike the other Nobel Prizes, the peace prize can be won by more than three people
The Nobel Prizes for scientific disciplines never honour recently completed work
The Nobel Prize is sometimes criticized for failing to recognize the best candidates
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Stress life events, whether the loss of loved one, divorce or job loss, as well as the
daily wear and tear of living, such as traffic jams and family disagreements, set off the
release of stress hormones that help our bodies charge up to meet the challenge.
During episodes of acute stress, stress hormones provide a protective function by
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produced repeatedly or in excess, because of chronic stress, they create a gradual
and steady cascade of harmful physiological changes.
High stress can lead to suppression of the immune system which leaves the stressed
person open to infection. High stress also result in bone loss, muscular weakness and
increased insulin levels that causes higher levels of fat deposits in the body, especially
around the abdomen, so much so that people can end up predisposed to heart disease.
Even the brain can be affected, as stress may accelerate changes in the brain that can
Lead to memory loss. Off all the things that can be done to lower stress levels, exercise
and prudent diet seem to be the most effective. Exercise breaks insulin resistance and
often helps to end the vicious cycles of stress-eating, over indulging in alcohol, cigarette
smoking and other unhealthy habits. However, exercise will not help everyone with
stress, and other factors must be considered. Numerous studies show that the lower
down you are on the socio-economic scale, the poorer your health. This is largely
independent of access to health care. The stress of living in poverty, or working in a low
level job that lacks autonomy, or residing in an unhealthy environment has an enormous
impact on health status
Good health care always reduces stress
Living a simple lifestyle is inherently stressful
Generally, poorer people are less healthy than richer people
Low status jobs can have a negative impact on health
Prolonged stress can cause stomach ulcers
Prolonged stress can accelerate the cause of memory loss
Stress will eventually cause a heart attack
Prolonged excessive stress can lead to damaging physical changes
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Divorce can be stressful
Traffic jams are major sources of stress
In the short term, stress hormones have a protective effect
Stress hormones indirectly cause traffic jams
Eating reduces stress
Exercise always helps reduce stress-related problems
Insulin levels can be increased by chronic stress
Exercise helps break harmful behaviour patterns
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Verbal Test
Free Solution Booklet
Solutions
interested only in the two true statements.
Widely considered the worlds most illustrious prizes, The Nobel Prizes are awarded
annually to recognize outstanding achievements in the fields of Physics, Chemistry,
Physiology or Medicine, Literature and Peace. First given in 1901, the prizes were
established in the will of Alfred Nobel, a wealthy Swedish chemist who invented
dynamite. In 1969, a new prize in economic science was established by the Bank
of Sweden. The Nobel Foundation manages the administration and finances of the
Nobel Prize, overseeing a fund valued at approximately $560 million. Since Norways
Independence from Sweden in 1905, the prizes judging, carried out by committees
of experts, has been shared between the two nations. The choice of Nobel laureates
has often been contentious. The Nobel prize for Literature, in particular has been
criticised for Eurocentric focus. The Nobel Prize cannot be awarded posthumously,
and thus some influential figures such as Mahatma Ghandi have never received the
accolade. Because the science prizes typically commend discoveries that have stood
the test of time, notable, notable scientist have failed to win because their death
preceeded recognition of their works importance. Another rule, which limits all but
the Peace Prize to a maximum of three people, is criticised for excluding some
contributors when a team has made a discovery.
(True) Some critics argue that the Nobel Prize in Literature is biased
.
(Cannot say)The main controversy surrounding the Nobel Prize is the prohibition of
posthumous awards
The passage mentioned several controversies surrounding the Nobel Prize, however none of
these controversy was highlighted as the MAIN controversy.
(True) There is often a time lag between a scientist discovery and the awarding of a Nobel Prize
This is true because the passage states that the science prizes typically commend discoveries that
have stood the test of time and that notable scientist have failed to win because their death
preceded recognition of their works importance
(False) The Nobel Foundation is responsible for the selection of laureates

The Nobel Foundation manages the administration and finances of the Nobel prize and not the
selection of laureates, it is the committees of expert that is responsible for the selection of laureates
(True) Some commentators believe that the Nobel Prizes should recognize achievements
posthumously
Very true as seen in line 11 - 13
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(True) In the first four years of the Prizes history, laureates were selected by the Swedish judging
committees
Only Swedish judging committees selected laureates until Norway got their independence
(Cannot say) Alfred Nobel made his fortune from his invention of dynamite
This is not stated out rightly from the passage
(Cannot say) Since 1969 there has been a Nobel Prize for achievements in mathematics
No such statement was made in the passage
(True) The omission of Nobel Prize for Mahatma Gandhi is controversial

It is controversial because an influential figure like Mahatma Gandhi have never received the
award, just because the award cannot be awarded after a persons death
(True) The Nobel Foundation has responsibility for managing the investment of Alfred Nobels
fortune
(Cannot say) The Nobel Prize for literature recognizes the outstanding achievements of a
European writer
The passage never stated this, what was said is that The Nobel prize for Literature, in particular
has been criticised for Eurocentric focus
(Cannot say) The Nobel Prize is the most prestigious prize in the world
The passage says it is widely considered the worlds most illustrious prize. It did not actually
confirm it to be.
(True) Alfred Nobel bequeathed his $560 million fortune to establish prizes honouring outstanding
achievements
The passage says in line 3 and 4 that the prizes were established in the will of Alfred Nobel
(False) Unlike the other Nobel Prizes, the peace prize can be won by more than three people
The peace prize can only be won by a maximum of three persons
(True) The Nobel Prizes for scientific disciplines never honour recently completed work
The passage says the science prizes typically commend discoveries that have stood
the test of time
(Cannot say) The Nobel Prize is sometimes criticized for failing to recognize the best candidates
The passage never highlighted such criticism
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Stress life events, whether the loss of loved one, divorce or job loss, as well as the
daily wear and tear of living, such as traffic jams and family disagreements, set off the
release of stress hormones that help our bodies charge up to meet the challenge.
During episodes of acute stress, stress hormones provide a protective function by
activating the bodys defences. However, when these same protective hormones are
produced repeatedly or in excess, because of chronic stress, they create a gradual
and steady cascade of harmful physiological changes.
High stress can lead to suppression of the immune system which leaves the stressed
person open to infection. High stress also result in bone loss, muscular weakness and
increased insulin levels that causes higher levels of fat deposits in the body, especially
around the abdomen, so much so that people can end up predisposed to heart disease.
Even the brain can be affected, as stress may accelerate changes in the brain that can
Lead to memory loss. Off all the things that can be done to lower stress levels, exercise
and prudent diet seem to be the most effective. Exercise breaks insulin resistance and
often helps to end the vicious cycles of stress-eating, over indulging in alcohol, cigratte
smoking and other unhealthy habits. However, exercise will not help everyone with
stress, and other factors must be considered. Numerous studies show that the lower
down you are on the socio-economic scale, the poorer your health. This is largely
independent of access to health care. The stress of living in poverty, or working in a low
level job that lacks autonomy, or residing in an unhealthy environment has an enormous

(False) Good health care always reduces stress
The passage states that Numerous studies show that the lower down you are on
the socio-economic scale, the poorer your health and that this is largely independent of
access to health care.
(Cannot say) Living a simple lifestyle is inherently stressful

The passage did not bring up this idea
(True) Generally, poorer people are less healthy than richer people
Very true as seen in line 17 19 of the passage
(True) Low status jobs can have a negative impact on health
The passage asserted that stress of living in poverty, or working in a low level job that
lacks autonomy or residing in an unhealthy environment has an enormous
(Cannot say) Prolonged stress can cause stomach ulcers

This is not found in the passage even though it might be true that increased insulin levels
causes higher levels of fat deposits in the body, especially around the abdomen, it was
not stated expressly that prolonged stress causes stomach ulcer
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(True) Prolonged stress can accelerate the cause of memory loss
The passage states in line 12 13 that the brain can be affected, as stress may
accelerate changes in the brain that can lead to memory loss
(Cannot say) Stress will eventually cause a heart attack

The passage talks about stress causing heart disease, it never mentioned heart attack.
(True) Prolonged excessive stress can lead to damaging physical changes

Very true as seen in line 9 11 that High stress result in bone loss, muscular weakness
and increased insulin levels that causes higher levels of fat deposits in the body
(True) Divorce can be stressful

Line 1 of the passage mentions divorce as one of the stress life events
(Cannot say) Traffic jams are major sources of stress
Though traffic jam is a source of stress, the passage never tagged it as a MAJOR source
of stress
(True) In the short term, stress hormones have a protective effect
The passage states in line 4 and 5 that during episodes of acute stress, stress
hormones provide a protective function by activating the bodys defences
(Cannot say) Stress hormones indirectly cause traffic jams
The passage states that traffic jam is one of the stress life events, it never states that
stress hormones indirectly cause traffic jams
(False) Eating reduces stress

Line 13 16 shows the things that help reduce stress, eating is not one of them
(False) Exercise always helps reduce stress-related problems
Even though exercise was earlier mentioned as one of the things that help reduce
stress, another statement brought up in the passage tells us that exercise will not help
everyone with stress as seen in line 14 - 17
(True) Insulin levels can be increased by chronic stress
The passage states that exercise can help end the vicious cycles of stress-eating. So it
therefore follows that without exercise, one might engage in continous stress eating
which increases the insulin level
(True) Exercise helps break harmful behaviour patterns
Very true as seen in line 14 16 of the passage
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Verbal Test 1
Question Booklet
Instructions
This verbal reasoning test comprises 20 questions, and you will have 17 minutes in which to
You will be presented with a passage to read, and four statement about that passage. You
must select two true statements of the following answers.
Through systematic exposure to the feared stimulus, be re-learned. CBT increases
self-esteem
Despite the high success rates of phobia treatments, most sufferers remain untreated
The majority of phobia sufferers run the risk of developing associated problems
Weight gain is the main side effect caused by taking MAO inhibitors
Flooding is ales effective form of therapy than CBT.
Phobias do not affect 90% of the adult population
Flooding involves a high degree of exposure to the source of dread
In CBT, patients are exposed to the feared object or situation in small increments
CBT is more effective at treating phobias than antidepressants
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CBT views a phobias symptoms as the result of condition
CBT is the most commonly used form of treatment for phobias
A phobia is an extreme and unrealistic fear
Research has proven that phobias are inherited
Both CBT and flooding involve desensitizing the phobia sufferer
Phobias are among the most common form of mental health problem
In flooding, a person is gradually exposed to their source of fear
A phobia can have a negative impact on sufferers daily life
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alone.
One third of migraines are preceded by a heightened sensitivity to light.

.
It is not possible to work when suffering from a migraine.
There are numerous theories on the cause of migraines.
Prophylactic drug has side effect
Serotonin deficiency is the most commonly held theory.
Migraine triggers include only alcohol and stress.
Old varieties of pain reducing drugs may be difficult to stop.
Headaches can reoccur and even increase from overuse of medication.
Page 4
Migraine is the most prevalent neurological condition in the developed world.
Sufferers from migraine become more sensitive to light and sound.
Triptans are a new form of prophylactic drug which are less addictive
The frequencies of migraine attacks are not constant
The vascular theory has been discredited
Problems with blood vessels and serotonin deficiencies may cause migraines
In the extensive view migraines also affect the economy
Migraines can be cured easily
Page 5
The main argument in the passage is that internet users are not leaving.
Access to information via the internet is a basic human right.
Suppliers back their demand for higher charges claiming higher infrastructural updates
In the new proposal customers paying higher will receive faster service
Tired system violates the principle of neutrality
Demand for wireless channels is limited, but bandwidth supply is growing
Mobile net device increase has contributed towards the pressure on bandwidth
availability
Only a few suppliers control bandwith supply
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The bandwidth for emails and video are the same
Switching from copper wires to expensive fiberoptics will increase bandwidth service
Capacity to transfer data through a channel is bandwidth
The tiered pricing structures would charge mobile web devices users more

Proponents of net neutrality are against the prioritising of certain web traffic.
Even those with internet connection are still unsatisfied for new bandwith
Free internet access is as much a universal human right
Traffic jams results only when information are moved at the same time
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Dead Sea Scrolls is that they belonged to an early Christian sect called the Essenes
Dead Sea scrolls are the most significant archaeological discovery in the 20th century
There are photographic images of the full set of scrolls
There are competing theories on the ownership of the ownership of the Dead Sea scroll
Both the origins and the process of the scrolls have been disputed
The Dead sea scroll consist more than 3 types of documents
The book of Isaiah aided the analyses of the bible translations accuracy
The Hebrew bible were among the artefacts formed
Page 8
The slow rate of publication by scholars caused controversy
The Essenes inhabited the desert caves at Qumran near the Dead Sea.
The Dead Sea scroll were found in 1947
A Sectarian community were in charge of keeping the scrolls
The Dead Sea Scrolls include the oldest known copy of the Book of Isaiah.
The Dead Sea Scrolls were written on parchment
The text on scrolls had varying dates
This passage summarises the difference between two main theories on the scroll
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Chilli peppers are only indigenous to South and Central America.
The scale developed by Wilbur Scoville is inherently subjective.
Capsaicin is actually carcinogenic
Columbus introduced chillies to the world via spain
Some people eat chilli peppers for their psychological effect as well as their spicy taste.
Naga jolokia is the worlds hottest chilli.
The most important use of chilli pepper is to loss weight
Endorphin is an hormone that makes you feel good
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Wilburs scale was not the most efficient for measuring chillis heat.
Chillies have medical values.
Capsaicin sends a message to the brain that you have eaten something hot
High pressure liquid chromatography was developed in the 20th century
Pepper got their name from peppercorns
Chilli pepper was first 6,000 years ago
High pressure liquid chromatography is more efficient than Scovilles scale
Sensation from eating hot chilli pepper is gotten from pain receptors
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Verbal Test 1
Solution Booklet
Solutions
through systematic exposure to the feared stimulus, be re-learned. CBT increases
self-esteem
(True) Despite the high success rates of phobia treatments, most sufferers remain untreated
While phobias are among the most easily treated mental health problems, less than 25% of
Sufferers seek treatment (from the last 4 lines in the passage)
(True) The majority of phobia sufferers run the risk of developing associated problems
Since majority of phobia sufferers do not go for treatment, it therefore follows that majority
of them run the risk of developing associated problems (from the last 3 lines in the passage)
(Cannot Say) Weight gain is the main side effect caused by taking MAO inhibitors
The passage stated that weight gain is one of the side effects of taking MAO inhibitors,
it never stated specifically that this is the main side effect
(Cannot say) Flooding is a less effective form of therapy than CBT.

The effectiveness of both were never compared, it was there level of popularity that was compared
(Cannot say) Phobias do not affect 90% of the adult population

No such value was given in the entire passage
(False) Flooding involves a high degree of exposure to the source of dread

Flooding involves total exposure not an high degree of exposure (clearly stated in line 11)
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(True) In CBT, patients are exposed to the feared object or situation in small increments
(True) CBT is more effective at treating phobias than antidepressants
From the information given in the passage; CBT help modify the patients response
and develop tolerance while antidepressants only seem to have psychological effect
and negative side effects. So one can conclude so
(True) CBT views a phobias symptoms as the result of condition

(Cannot say) CBT is the most commonly used form of treatment for phobias
The passage says very popular and not most popular as seen in line 6
(True) A phobia is an extreme and unrealistic fear

Very true as seen in line 1 and 2
(False) Research has proven that phobias are inherited

From the passage, heredity was stated as a likely cause and not a proven
cause as seen in line 4
(True) Both CBT and flooding involve desensitizing the phobia sufferer
Very true, as seen in line 6 and 11
(Cannot say) Phobias are among the most common form of mental health problem
This statement was never discussed in the passage, rather what
discussed, was how common it was to treat such mental condition; as seen in the
last 4 lines
(False) In flooding, a person is gradually exposed to their source of fear
Flooding involves total immersion as seen line 11 of the passage
(True) A phobia can have a negative impact on sufferers daily life
Line 3 confirms this: Phobia interferes with the sufferers daily life
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alone.
. (Cannot Say) One third of migraines are preceded by a heightened sensitivity to light.
The passage stated in line 3 that migraines are characterised with symptoms like
sensitivity to light and sound, nothing was stated about one third of migraines being
preceded by a heightened sensitivity to light.
(False) It is not possible to work when suffering from a migraine.

While the last sentence states that 25 million work days are lost due to migraines, it
does not say that it is impossible to work
(True) There are numerous theories on the cause of migraines.
(True) Prophylactic drug has side effect
This was stated in line 12
(Cannot Say) Serotonin deficiency is the most commonly held theory of migraine causes.
It is a widely held vascular theory, but the passage does not compare it to every
theory. So we cannot say if it is the most held theory.
Page 4
(False) Migraine triggers include only alcohol and stress.
It include not only alcohol and stress but also diet and over use of medications; as
seen in the last 4 and 5 lines
(True) Old varieties of pain reducing drugs may be difficult to stop.

(True) Headaches can reoccur and even increase from overuse of medication.
Very true; as seen in the last 3 lines
(Cannot say) Migraine is the most prevalent disease in the developed world.
The passage stated that migraine is the most prevalent neurological condition
in the world, nothing was said about it being the most prevalent disease
(True) Sufferers from migraine become more sensitive to light and sound.
(False) Triptans are a new form of prophylactic drug which are less addictive.
Triptans are not prophylactic drugs; they reduce pain rather than prevent
headaches
(True) The frequencies of migraine attacks are not constant

The passage states The frequency and duration of migraine attacks are variable
(Cannot say) The vascular theory has been discredited

Though the passage tells us that it is not the most widely held view, it does not
necessarily follow that it has been discredited.
(True) Problems with blood vessels and serotonin deficiencies may cause migraines
Very true as seen in line 8-10 of the passage
(True) In the extensive view, migraines also affect the economy

Very true as seen in the last two lines of the passage
(Cannot say) Migraines can be cured easily

This fact was never presented in the passage, so we cannot say it is true
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(False) The main argument in the passage is that internet users are not leaving enough
bandwidth for 80% of the worlds population.
The passage raises two separate problems- lack of internet connection for 80% of the
World and bandwidth shortage for internet users- but there is no causal relationship
between the two problems
(Cannot say) Access to information via the internet is a basic human right.
The first two sentences raises this question, but do not provide an objective answer
(True) Suppliers back their demand for higher charges claiming higher infrastructural
updates
Very true; as seen in the last two lines of the passage
(True) In the new proposal customers paying higher will receive faster service
Very true; as seen in the last five lines
(Cannot say) Tired system violates the principle of neutrality

The passage never stated this as a fact, it was actually critics that believe
that tired system violates this principle and we cannot take the belief of
critics as a fact; this is seen in the last five lines of the passage.
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(False) Demand for wireless channels is limited, but bandwidth supply is growing
This is false because the passage says otherwise; line 10 and 11 of the passage
states that demand for wireless is growing but bandwidth is limited
(True) Mobile net device increase has contributed towards the pressure on bandwidth
availability
Very true as stated in the 7th sentence
(True) Only a few suppliers control bandwidth supply

Very true as seen in the 12th sentence
(False) The bandwidth for emails and video are the same
The passage states that mails require less bandwidth than video line 8 of the
passage
(True) Switching from copper wires to expensive fiberoptics will increase bandwidth service
(True) Capacity to transfer data through a channel is bandwidth

Very true as seen in the 6th line of the passage
(Cannot say) The tiered pricing structures would charge mobile web devices users more
While the 7th sentence states that mobile web devices are subject to high charges, the
tiered pricing structures described in the 9th sentence does not mention costs for mobile
web devices, merely a cost associated with a faster service
(True) Proponents of net neutrality are against the prioritising of certain web traffic.
Very True as explained in line 9 and 10 of the passage
(True) Even those with internet connection are still unsatisfied for new bandwidth
(Cannot say) Free internet access is as much a universal human right

The passage never stated this as a fact, it asked this as an question first line
of the passage
(Cannot say) Traffic jams results only when information are moved at the same time
The passage never said that traffic jam ONLY results when information are moved
at the same time. See line 8 and 9 of the passage
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(False) Dead Sea Scrolls is that they belonged to an early Christian sect called the Essenes
The Essence are described as an ascetic jewish sect. They may have been a
Precursor to Christianity but they themselves were an ascetic Jewish sect
(Cannot say) Dead Sea scrolls are the most significant archaeological discovery in the
20th century
The passage never said this as a fact, rather it gave it as a statement of probability,
as seen in line 1
(True) There are photographic images of the full set of scrolls

This is true as seen in line 12
(True) There are competing theories on the ownership of the ownership of the Dead Sea scroll
This is true as seen in the last 3 and 5 lines
(True) Both the origins and the process of the scrolls have been disputed
The fifth and sixth sentences describe controversy over the scholars work, while the 8th
9th and 10th sentences describe debate over the scrolls origins.
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(False) The Dead sea scroll consist more than 3 types of documents
This is false because line 5 of the passage confirms that only 3 types of documents
are found in the dead sea scroll
(True) The book of Isaiah aided the analyses of the bible translations accuracy
This is very true as seen in line 9
(False) The Hebrew bible were among the artefacts formed
This statement is false, because the passage informs us that it was copies of the
Hebrew bible and not the Hebrew Bible as a whole that was discovered
(True) The slow rate of publication by scholars caused controversy

Line 11 of the passage asserts this
(Cannot say) The Essenes inhabited the desert caves at Qumran near the Dead Sea.
While one theory states that the scrolls are thought to be Essence in origin, it does
Not necessarily follow that the Essence lived in the caves.
(True) The Dead Sea scroll were found in 1947

This is true as seen in line 3
(Cannot say) A Sectarian community were in charge of keeping the scrolls

The passage never said this. Line 7 only said that part of the discovered document
pertained to the beliefs and practices of the sectarian community
(Cannot say) The Dead Sea Scrolls include the oldest known copy of the Book of Isaiah.
While the Dead Sea Scrolls do include a copy of the Book of Isaiah and the
4th sentence suggests that the Bible books are the oldest known copies, the
above statement was not expressly stated
(False) The Dead Sea Scrolls were written on parchment

This is false because it presents an incomplete information. Line 2 and 3 of the
Passage states that they were written on both papyrus and parchment
(True) The text on scrolls had varying dates
This is true as seen in line 4 of the passage
(True) This passage summarises the difference between two main theories on the scroll
The passage summarises whether the scrolls are the detailed accounts of one
particular sect and it provides historical information about the wider jewish people
This is seen in the final 3 sentence
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(Cannot say) Chilli peppers are only indigenous to South and Central America.
The passage does not explicitly state this fact. While they were first cultivated
in South and Central America, wild chillies could have been found in other
countries
(True) The scale developed by Wilbur Scoville is inherently subjective.

This is true because it involves human tasters, and is therefore subjective
(Cannot say) Capsaicin is actually carcinogenic

This is not a fact because the passage says the compound may be carcinogenic
(True) Columbus introduced chillies to the world via spain

(True) Some people eat chilli peppers for their psychological effect as well as their spicy taste.
This is true because sentence three suggests that release of endorphins contribute to
the popularity of spicy food.
(True) Naga jolokia is the worlds hottest chilli.

This is true as seen in line 8 of the passage
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(Cannot say) The most important use of chilli pepper is to lose weight
There is nowhere in the passage where it s stated as a fact that the MOST important
use of chilli pepper is to lose weight
(Cannot say) Endorphin is a hormone that makes you feel good
Though the passage confirms that the release of Endorphin makes you feel good,
it never called Endorphin a HORMONE
(True) Wilburs scale was not the most efficient for measuring chillis heat.
Very true because the passage confirms in line 8 and 9 that there is a more
accurate measuring standard
(True) Chillies have medical values.
Very true as seen at the last 4 lines of the passage
(False) Capsaicin sends a message to the brain that you have eaten something hot
From the passage, it is pain receptors that sends message to the brain after capsaicin
Is eaten
(True) High pressure liquid chromatography was developed in the 20th century
(True) Pepper got their name from peppercorns

Very true as seen in the last five line of the passage
(False) Chilli pepper was first consumed 6,000 years ago

The passage stated that humans have consumed chilli for over 8000 years ago
(True) High pressure liquid chromatography is more efficient than Scovilles scale
True as seen in line 8 and 9
(False) Sensation from eating hot chilli pepper is gotten from pain receptors
The sensation is gotten from capsaicin, a chemical compound that stimulates the mouths
pain receptors
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Verbal Test 2
Question Booklet
Instructions
This verbal reasoning test comprises 20 questions, and you will have 16 minutes in which to
You will be presented with a passage to read, and four statement about that passage. You must
select two statements of the following answers:

The merits of single-sex education have long been debated in the United
States, where demand for single-sex schools is on the rise. Title IV, a 1972
law prohibiting sex discrimination in education, was amended in 2006,
allowing for the establishment of single-sex state schools so long as a co-
educational alternative is available. While critics view single-sex schools as
discriminatory and inadequate preparation for adult life, advocates claim
that children, and particularly girls, benefit from a single-sex education.
American research shows that girls attending single-sex schools have
higher self-esteem, participate more in class, and score higher on aptitude
tests than their counterparts in co-educational schools. A 2005 study
revealed that both girls and boys attending single-sex schools spent more
time on homework and had less disciplinary problems. Single-sex schools
subvert stereotypical course-taking patterns and results. Advocates of
single-sex schooling argue that educators can teach more effectively by
tailoring their tuition to reflect current research about gender-based brain
development. Many experts, however, believe that research into single-sex
education is inconclusive, and that so long as the education provided is
gender-fair, both girls and boys can thrive in a co-educational environment.
Q1 Which two of these options must be true?
Girls in single sex school perform better in sciences than those in co-educational schools
This trend towards America single sex education is arelatively recent phenomenon
Research into single-sex is inconclusive
Demand for single-sex schools is on the rise
Proponents of single-sex education believe there are different learning styles exist
.
between genders
The Usual course taking patterns are avoided in single sex schools
The amended law in 2006 allow only the existence of single sex schools
Single sex schools provide inadequate preparation for adult life
Page 2
The only advantage for boys in single sex education is improved discipline
Girls in single sex schools have higher self esteem than their counterpacts
in co-educational school
There are more beliefs than actual conclusions in this passage
1972 law prohibits educational discrimination
Single sex education re-inforcespre existing gender stereotypes.
There are more single-sex schools than co-educational schools.
Claims exist for girls benefiting from a single sex education
Experts believe that any gender can thrive in a co-educational system
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The United States space programme is at a critical juncture. Between 1971
and 2011, spending on space has declined from 5% of the federal
budget to 0.5%. The US government recently announced it has cancelled
its Constellation human spaceflight programme, which was intended to
provide transportation to the International Space Station (ISS). Instead,
NASA will shift its emphasis to developing new technologies and
commercializing space flight. NASA will outsource its transportation to the
ISS a move designed to dramatically reduce launch costs. Five private
companies nearly all of which are headed by internet entrepreneurs are
sharing $50 million of federal funds to develop cargo spacecraft. NASAs
new vision has not been met by enthusiasm from all quarters, with critics
calling it the death knell of Americas former supremacy in space travel.
Politicians whose states are losing out on jobs as a result of NASAs
cancelled programmes have been among the most vocal critics. With
entrepreneurs racing to achieve human spaceflight, the next American to
land on the moon could be a commercial passenger rather than a NASA
astronaut.
Q5 Which two of these options must be true?.
NASA aims to save money by outsourcing transport to the International Space Station
Travels to the International Space Station will now be prioritised
More than 5 private companies are into the privitisation bid
NASA is now solely concerned with developing new technologies
The five companies federal funds are using internet technology to develop
Due to the change in U.S space programs many states are losing out on jobs
America has lost its former supremacy in space travel
The privitisation plan was executed to reduce cost
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NASAs new direction marks the end of American leadership in space
Americans now land on moon as commercial passenger
The federal funds are used to develop cargo space aircraft
NASAs new vision has not been met by enthusiasm
The U.S government recently announced plans to reduce its space programme budget.
No more constellation human space flight by the government
With NASAs new project, commercial space travel could be a possibility
NASA will be in charge of cargo spacecraft development
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Biologics, which are medical products created from living organisms or their
products, are at the cutting edge of biomedical research. While the term
biologics includes a wide array of medical products such as vaccines and
antitoxins, it most often refers to medications made using biologhical processes.
Unlike chemically produced drugs, biologics are produced using biotechnologies
And consist of natural materials- such as proteins, cells, and tissues-deriving
from humans, animals or microorganisms. Biologics have revolutionized a
number of medical disciplines, in particular rheumatology and oncology, offering
pioneering treatments for previously untreatable conditions. Some experts
predicts that biologics will comprise half of the prescription drug market by 2020.
However, the high cost of these medicines has raised pharmacoeconomic

concerns- especially as many of these drugs are used to treat chronic conditions.
Whereas conventional medicines have a maximum of five years exclusivity
before cheaper versions come to market, no such regulation exist for biologics.
The generics industry wants to introduce similar regulations for biologics, and
Advocates believe the availability of biosimilars could result in savings of 30% for
Healthcare providers. Biotechnology companies, however, are arguing for a
minimum twelve-year period of exclusivity, to ensure a return on their investment
and provide revenue for the development of new treatments.
It takes longer for a biotechnology company to recoup its investment than a

conventional pharmaceutical company
Biologics medicines are prescribed primarily in the fields of rheumatology and oncology
A biologic is not necessarily a vaccine or antitoxin
Biologics are made using different technology than conventional medical products
Biologics have produced cures for previously untreatable conditions.
Manufacturers of generic medicines want to introduce generic biosimilars
Biotechnology companies are fighting to retain a monopoly on their biologics
The biotechnology industry is emphasising profit over patient well-being
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Patients would benefit economically from the introduction of generic biologics
Twelve years represents the minimum amount of time needed for a biologic to break even
Biologics have had a profound effect on treatment available for certain disease
Biologics represent less than half of the medications prescribed today
Because they come from natural sources, biologics are healthier than conventional
pharmaceuticals.
The length of proposed exclusivity period on biologics is a contentious issue
Critics oppose biologics on the grounds of cruelty to animals
The development of a new biologic requires a high level of investment
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The democratic peace theory holds that liberal democracies never, or
rarely, go to war against each other. The first to espouse this idea was the
German philosopher Immanuel Kant, who posited that constitutional
republics engender peace, because the majority of people will not vote to
go to war unless in self-defence. More recently, the democratic peace
theory was put forth in 1964 by Dean Babst. Babst carried out the first
statistical research to scientifically prove that democracies never or rarely
fight each other. Despite an undeniable statistical correlation between
democracy and peace, the democratic peace theory is highly debated
amongst political scientists. The definitions of democracy and war are
one contentious issue. Some opponents of the democratic peace theory
point to exceptions, such as the Spanish-American War. However, the main
criticism of the theory is that it is based on flawed logic that peace
between democracies is not caused by the democratic nature of those
states. Furthermore, opponents argue that democracies frequently attack
non-democracies, dispelling the notion that democracies are inherently
pacifistic. There are several derivatives of the democratic peace theory,
including the economic peace theory, which states that increased economic
exchange between states helps to avoid conflict.
Kants theory about democratic peace was based on his scientific research
Democratic peace theory is based on democracy
Several derivatives of the democratic peace theory exist
The correlation of democracy and peace help reduce debate amongst scientist
.
The definition of peace is divisive amongst political scientists.
In 1964, Babst carried out the first research to prove democratic peace theory
The main criticism on the theory is its flawed logic
Economic Peace Theory states that increased economic exchange help avoid conflict
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The first to espouse the idea of democratic peace was a French philosopher, Kant
According to Kant majority will vote to go to war unless in self defence
The Spanish American war was cited to down play the effectiveness of democratic peace theory
Opponents argue on the frequent attacks on non-democracies by democracies
Democracies do not fight in war according Dean Babst found statistical evidence
The main derivatives of the democratic peace theory is the economic peace theory
No consensus was arrived at to determine the best position
Liberal democracies never, or rarely, go to war against each other
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The debate over the British Museums Parthenon sculptures, also called the
Elgin Marbles, has run for nearly two centuries. Marble statues were
removed with official permission from the ruins of the Parthenon in 1801
by Lord Elgin, the British Ambassador to the Ottoman Empire. He sold
these ancient Greek treasures to the British Museum in 1816, where they
have been housed ever since. Today, five million visitors from around the
world visit the sculptures, free of charge, at the British Museum. Since
gaining independence in 1830, however, the Greek government has argued
for their return to Athens. Historically, the Hellenic position centred on
ownership, claiming that Lord Elgin bribed authorities to acquire the
marbles illegally. The counterargument is that Lord Elgin saved these
classical treasures from neglect. Greece no longer disputes the British
Museums ownership, but states that the sculptures should be loaned to the
New Acropolis Museum in Athens, where they would be reunited with other
surviving sculptures and displayed in their proper geographic and cultural
context. Despite public sympathy for the return of the Elgin marbles, the
British Museum believes that the Parthenon marbles are part of shared
world heritage and thus should be widely accessible. Furthermore,
returning the Parthenon statues would set a precedent for returning other
artefacts to their land of origin.
The British Museum believes that the Parthenon sculptures transcend national boundaries.
Prior to 1830, Greece was part of the Ottoman Empire.
There is public sympathy for the return of the Elgin marbles.
Lord Elgin did not sell the sculptures but saved it by donation to British museum
Lord Elgin bribed authorities to acquire the Parthenon sculptures.
Elgin Marbles debate has lasted for closely twenty years.
Pathenon marbles were removed autocratically by Lord Elgin
The Creek gained independence in 1803
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The British public cannot understand why the Greek government want the marbles returned
Today, five million Greeks visit the sculptures, free of charge at British museum
Greece now wants the sculptures on loan
Greece no longer disputes the British Museums ownership
Parthenon surviving marble are divided between the British and the New Acropolis Museum.
Greeks believe that the Elgin Marbles technically do not belong to the British Museum
Greece did not give a time frame for the loan of the sculptures
Yielding to the Greece demands may set precedence for other artefacts return
-- End of Test --
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Verbal Test 2
Question Booklet
Solutions
The merits of single-sex education have long been debated in the United
States, where demand for single-sex schools is on the rise. Title IV, a 1972
law prohibiting sex discrimination in education, was amended in 2006,
allowing for the establishment of single-sex state schools so long as a co-
educational alternative is available. While critics view single-sex schools as
discriminatory and inadequate preparation for adult life, advocates claim
that children, and particularly girls, benefit from a single-sex education.
American research shows that girls attending single-sex schools have
higher self-esteem, participate more in class, and score higher on aptitude
tests than their counterparts in co-educational schools. A 2005 study
revealed that both girls and boys attending single-sex schools spent more
time on homework and had less disciplinary problems. Single-sex schools
subvert stereotypical course-taking patterns and results. Advocates of
single-sex schooling argue that educators can teach more effectively by
tailoring their tuition to reflect current research about gender-based brain
development. Many experts, however, believe that research into single-sex
education is inconclusive, and that so long as the education provided is
gender-fair, both girls and boys can thrive in a co-educational environment.
(Cannot say) Girls in single sex school perform better in sciences than those in co-educational
schools
It is not possible to say based on the information in the passage whether girls
perform better in maths and sciences
(True) This trend towards America single sex education is a relatively recent phenomenon
This is true, because single-sex schools were illegal between 1972 and 2006, as
explained in the second sentence.
(Cannot say) Research into single-sex is inconclusive

The passage did not mention this as a concluded fact, it was actually experts that
believe so last 3 lines in the passage
.
(True) Demand for single-sex schools is on the rise
This is true as seen in the second line of the passage
(True) Proponents of single-sex education believe there are different learning styles exist
between genders
The seventh sentence asserts this by stating that educators can tailor to reflect current
research about gender- based brain development
Page 2
(True) The Usual course taking patterns are avoided in single sex schools
(False) The amended law in 2006 allow only the existence of single sex schools
Line 4 of the passage disproves this statement the amended law allow for both type of
school system
(Cannot say) Single sex schools provide inadequate preparation for adult life
This is not a stated fact in the passage; it is rather the view of critics of single sex schools
(Cannot say) The only advantage for boys in single sex education is improved discipline
Be careful to note that the benefits given of single-sex education in the passage are
all opinions; the passage does not give them to us as facts
(True) Girls in single sex schools have higher self esteem than their counterparts in
co-educational school
(True) There are more beliefs than actual conclusions in this passage
In the passage we have only 2 conclusions, the majority of statements made in the
passage were views and beliefs
(Cannot say) 1972 law prohibits educational discrimination

Educational discrimination is a wider kind of discrimination which also encompasses sex
educational discrimination. So since the passage only specify that the law prohibited sex
discrimination, we cannot say for sure if the 1972 law prohibits other forms of educational
discrimination.
(Cannot say) Single sex education reinforces pre existing gender stereotypes.
This is not an argument made in the passage
(Cannot say)There are more single-sex schools than co-educational schools.

Though the passage states in line 2 that the demand for single-sex schools is on the
rise, it never stated out rightly that there are more single-sex schools than
co-educational school
(True) Claims exist for girls benefiting from a single sex education
(True) Experts believe that any gender can thrive in a co-educational system
Page 3
The United States space programme is at a critical juncture. Between 1971
and 2011, spending on space has declined from 5% of the federal
budget to 0.5%. The US government recently announced it has cancelled
its Constellation human spaceflight programme, which was intended to
provide transportation to the International Space Station (ISS). Instead,
NASA will shift its emphasis to developing new technologies and
commercializing space flight. NASA will outsource its transportation to the
ISS a move designed to dramatically reduce launch costs. Five private
companies nearly all of which are headed by internet entrepreneurs are
sharing $50 million of federal funds to develop cargo spacecraft. NASAs
new vision has not been met by enthusiasm from all quarters, with critics
calling it the death knell of Americas former supremacy in space travel.
Politicians whose states are losing out on jobs as a result of NASAs
cancelled programmes have been among the most vocal critics. With
entrepreneurs racing to achieve human spaceflight, the next American to
land on the moon could be a commercial passenger rather than a NASA
astronaut.
Q5 Which two of these options must be true?.
(True) NASA aims to save money by outsourcing transport to the International Space Station
The fifth sentence states that outsourcing transportation is designed to dramatically reduce
launch cost. So NASA has designed something to save money, which is equivalent to aiming
to save money
(True)Travels to the International Space Station will now be privatised

This summarises the fifth sentence. Handing operation to private companies is privatistion
(False) More than 5 private companies are into the privitisation bid
Line 8 of the passage accounts for only 5 private companies and no more
(False) NASA is now solely concerned with developing new technologies

They are not only concerned with developing new technologies, but also with
commercializing space flight
(Cannot say) The five companies federal funds are using internet technology to develop
While these companies are headed by internet entrepreneurs, this fact is not necessarily
related to the spacecraft they are developing for NASA
(True) Due to the change in U.S space programs many states are losing out on jobs
Very true as seen in the last five lines
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(Cannot say) America has lost its former supremacy in space travel
This was not stated as a fact in the passage, it is just the view of critics
(True) The privatisation plan was executed to reduce cost

(Cannot say) NASAs new direction marks the end of American leadership in space
This is not a concluded fact from the passage but a view of critics
(False) Americans now land on moon as commercial passenger

This as of when the passage was written had not been achieved, it was a likely
projection to happen, if all went well with the proposed plan.
(True) The federal funds are used to develop cargo space aircraft
Very true as seen in the last 8 lines of the passage
(True) NASAs new vision has not been met by enthusiasm

(Cannot say) The U.S government recently announced plans to reduce its space programme
budget.
The second sentence states that spending has declined over the past 40 years, however
It does not say if the government announced this.
(True) No more constellation human space flight by the government

(True) With NASAs new project, commercial space travel could be a possibility
The passage states two things that enhance the possibility of this project first, the
outsourcing which is a move designed to drastically reduce launch cost and secondly,
the interest shown by many entrepreneurs racing to achieve the human spaceflight
(False) NASA will be in charge of cargo spacecraft development

The passage tells us that the entrepreneurs will be the ones to develop the cargo space
craft as seen in line 10
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Biologics, which are medical products created from living organisms or their
products, are at the cutting edge of biomedical research. While the term
biologics includes a wide array of medical products such as vaccines and
antitoxins, it most often refers to medications made using biological processes.
Unlike chemically produced drugs, biologics are produced using biotechnologies
And consist of natural materials- such as proteins, cells, and tissues-deriving
from humans, animals or microorganisms. Biologics have revolutionized a
number of medical disciplines, in particular rheumatology and oncology, offering
pioneering treatments for previously untreatable conditions. Some experts
predicts that biologics will comprise half of the prescription drug market by 2020.
However, the high cost of these medicines has raised pharmacoeconomic

concerns- especially as many of these drugs are used to treat chronic conditions.
Whereas conventional medicines have a maximum of five years exclusivity
before cheaper versions come to market, no such regulation exist for biologics.
The generics industry wants to introduce similar regulations for biologics, and
Advocates believe the availability of biosimilars could result in savings of 30% for
Healthcare providers. Biotechnology companies, however, are arguing for a
minimum twelve-year period of exclusivity, to ensure a return on their investment
and provide revenue for the development of new treatments.
(Cannot say) It takes longer for a biotechnology company to recoup its investment than a
conventional pharmaceutical company
This is not stated as a fact in the passage, it was just an argument raised by
biotechnological companies line 17 of the passage
(Cannot say) Biologics medicines are prescribed primarily in the fields of rheumatology and
oncology
The passage states that biologics have revolutionized a number of medical disciplines,
but mentioned rheumatology and oncology as examples. However, this option is talking
about prescription which was not discussed in the passage.
(True) A biologic is not necessarily a vaccine or antitoxin

Biologics are medications produced from biological processes, so it entail more than
vaccine and antitoxin
(True) Biologics are made using different technology than conventional medical products
Yes, the technology used in creating biologics is different from that of conventional
medical products as seen in line 5
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(True) Biologics have produced cures for previously untreatable conditions.

Very true as seen in line 7 to 9 of the passage
(Cannot Say) Manufacturers of generic medicines want to introduce generic biosimilars

Nothing was said about the introduction of generic biosimilars in the passage, what was said
was the interest to introduce biosimilar regulations
(False) Biotechnology companies are fighting to retain a monopoly on their biologics

No, they are rather asking for more time of exclusivity, to ensure a return on their
Investment last 2 lines in the passage
(True) The biotechnology industry is emphasising profit over patient well-being

(True) Patients would benefit economically from the introduction of generic biologics
Yes, because they will be available at cheaper prices
(True) Twelve years represents the minimum amount of time needed for a biologic to break even
This is what the biotechnology companies envisage Note: to break even means to make
profit
(Cannot say) Biologics have had a profound effect on treatment available for certain disease
The passage never gave any information on this. What it says in line 8-9 is that it is
offering pioneering treatments for previously UNTREATABLE conditions.
(Cannot say) Biologics represent less than half of the medications prescribed today
No direct statement like this was mentioned in the passage and so we should not jump into
conclusions
(Cannot say) Because they come from natural sources, biologics are healthier than conventional
pharmaceuticals.
Nothing of this nature was said in the passage
(True) The length of proposed exclusivity period on biologics is a contentious issue
It is contentious because biologic producers need enough time of exclusivity to make profit
even at the detriment of patient who may only be able to afford the cheaper biosimilars
(Cannot say) Critics oppose biologics on the grounds of cruelty to animals
Nothing of this sort was said in the passage
(True) The development of a new biologic requires a high level of investment
Yes, such drugs are expensive, so they must entail high investment
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The democratic peace theory holds that liberal democracies never, or
rarely, go to war against each other. The first to espouse this idea was the
German philosopher Immanuel Kant, who posited that constitutional
republics engender peace, because the majority of people will not vote to
go to war unless in self-defence. More recently, the democratic peace
theory was put forth in 1964 by Dean Babst. Babst carried out the first
statistical research to scientifically prove that democracies never or rarely
fight each other. Despite an undeniable statistical correlation between
democracy and peace, the democratic peace theory is highly debated
amongst political scientists. The definitions of democracy and war are
one contentious issue. Some opponents of the democratic peace theory
point to exceptions, such as the Spanish-American War. However, the main
criticism of the theory is that it is based on flawed logic that peace
between democracies is not caused by the democratic nature of those
states. Furthermore, opponents argue that democracies frequently attack
non-democracies, dispelling the notion that democracies are inherently
pacifistic. There are several derivatives of the democratic peace theory,
including the economic peace theory, which states that increased economic
exchange between states helps to avoid conflict.
(False) Kants theory about democratic peace was based on his scientific research
The third sentence states that the first statistical research into the theory was not carried
out until Babsts work in the 1960s
(True) Democratic peace theory is based on democracy
The second sentence explains that the majority of people will not vote to go to war, and
as a result the country will not go to war.
(True) Several derivatives of the democratic peace theory exist
(False) The correlation of democracy and peace help reduce debate amongst scientist
Despite this correlation, the democratic peace theory is still highly debated line 8
.
(Cannot say) The definition of peace is divisive amongst political scientists.

The passage does not say anything on the definition of peace being divisive
(Cannot say) In 1964, Babst carried out the first research to prove democratic peace
theory
Despite an undeniable statistical correlation between an undeniable statistical
correlation between democracy and peace in his research, the democratic peace
theory is highly debated
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(True) The main criticism on the theory is its flawed logic
(True) Economic Peace Theory states that increased economic exchange help avoid conflict
(False)The first to espouse the idea of democratic peace was a French philosopher, Kant
Immanuel Kant is a German philosopher and not a French philosopher
(False) According to Kant majority will vote to go to war unless in self defence
The passage in line 3 and 4 states otherwise
(True) The Spanish American war was cited to down play the effectiveness of democratic
peace theory
(True) Opponents argue on the frequent attacks on non-democracies by democracies

(Cannot say) Dean Babst found statistical evidence showing democracies do not fight in wars
The passage says nothing of any evidence proving or disproving that democracies get
involved in any war, for example against non democracies
(Cannot say) The main derivatives of the democratic peace theory is the economic peace theory
The passage mentioned economic peace theory as a derivative of democratic peace theory
but it never mentioned if it is the main derivative
(True) No consensus was arrived at to determine the best position

Proper analysis of the passage, shows this as true
(True) Liberal democracies never, or rarely, go to war against each other

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The debate over the British Museums Parthenon sculptures, also called the
Elgin Marbles, has run for nearly two centuries. Marble statues were
removed with official permission from the ruins of the Parthenon in 1801
by Lord Elgin, the British Ambassador to the Ottoman Empire. He sold
these ancient Greek treasures to the British Museum in 1816, where they
have been housed ever since. Today, five million visitors from around the
world visit the sculptures, free of charge, at the British Museum. Since
gaining independence in 1830, however, the Greek government has argued
for their return to Athens. Historically, the Hellenic position centred on
ownership, claiming that Lord Elgin bribed authorities to acquire the
marbles illegally. The counterargument is that Lord Elgin saved these
classical treasures from neglect. Greece no longer disputes the British
Museums ownership, but states that the sculptures should be loaned to the
New Acropolis Museum in Athens, where they would be reunited with other
surviving sculptures and displayed in their proper geographic and cultural
context. Despite public sympathy for the return of the Elgin marbles, the
British Museum believes that the Parthenon marbles are part of shared
world heritage and thus should be widely accessible. Furthermore,
returning the Parthenon statues would set a precedent for returning other
artefacts to their land of origin.
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Q9 Which two of these statements must be true?

Access to information via the internet is a basic human right.

Q10 Which two of these statements must be true?

Tired system violates the principle of neutrality

Demand for wireless channels is limited, but bandwidth supply is growing

Only a few suppliers control bandwith supply

The bandwidth for emails and video are the same

Capacity to transfer data through a channel is bandwidth

Q12 Which two of these statements must be true?

Free internet access is as much a universal human right

Q13 Which two of these statements must be true?

There are photographic images of the full set of scrolls

Q14 Which two of these statements must be true?

The Dead sea scroll consist more than 3 types of documents

The Hebrew bible were among the artefacts formed

The slow rate of publication by scholars caused controversy

The Dead Sea scroll were found in 1947

A Sectarian community were in charge of keeping the scrolls

Q16 Which two of these statements must be true?

The Dead Sea Scrolls were written on parchment

The text on scrolls had varying dates

Q17 Which two of these statements must be true?

Chilli peppers are only indigenous to South and Central America.

The scale developed by Wilbur Scoville is inherently subjective.

Capsaicin is actually carcinogenic

Columbus introduced chillies to the world via spain

Q18 Which two of these statements must be true?

Naga jolokia is the worlds hottest chilli.

The most important use of chilli pepper is to loss weight

Endorphin is an hormone that makes you feel good

Chillies have medical values.

High pressure liquid chromatography was developed in the 20th century

Q20 Which two of these statements must be true?

Pepper got their name from peppercorns

Chilli pepper was first 6,000 years ago

High pressure liquid chromatography is more efficient than Scovilles scale

interested only in the true statements.

Q1 Which two of these statements must be true?

(Cannot say) Flooding is a less effective form of therapy than CBT.

Q2 Which two of these statements must be true?

(Cannot say) Phobias do not affect 90% of the adult population

(False) Flooding involves a high degree of exposure to the source of dread

(True) CBT is more effective at treating phobias than antidepressants

Q3 Which two of these statements must be true?

(True) CBT views a phobias symptoms as the result of condition

(True) A phobia is an extreme and unrealistic fear

(False) Research has proven that phobias are inherited

Q4 Which two of these statements must be true?

Q5 Which two of these statements must be true?

(False) It is not possible to work when suffering from a migraine.

Q6 Which two of these statements must be true?

(True) Old varieties of pain reducing drugs may be difficult to stop.

Q7 Which two of these statements must be true?

(True) The frequencies of migraine attacks are not constant

Q8 Which two of these statements must be true?

(Cannot say) The vascular theory has been discredited

(True) In the extensive view, migraines also affect the economy

(Cannot say) Migraines can be cured easily

Q9 Which two of these statements must be true?

Q10 Which two of these statements must be true?

(Cannot say) Tired system violates the principle of neutrality

(True) Only a few suppliers control bandwidth supply

Q11 Which two of these statements must be true?

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