Part 1 (Multiple-choice Cloze)
Part 1
For questions 1-8, read the text below and choose the correct answer for each gap. Then choose the correct answer.
Smart gadgets
Today’s smartphones are smart but tomorrow’s gadgets will inevitably be even smarter. According to experts, soon they will have ‘emotional intelligence’. They will be able to (1) ……. . How we feel and react to our mood, by joining in our happiness or leaving us alone when we are angry.
Scientists are (2) ……. . A technology that uses both speech-recognition software and special sensors to figure out how the user is feeling. Their goal is to Read moredevelop a way to accurately (3) ……. . The emotional state of a person holding a smartphone.
Another project is looking at (4) ……. . Emotional detection into GPS car navigation devices. The vision is of a dashboard GPS device that would register facial expressions, voice intonation and hand movements to work out the emotions of the driver. For example, if the driver were experiencing stress, it could temporarily (5) ……. . Giving additional instructions or even turn itself off.
But for many, there is something slightly (6) ……. . About emotion recognition. It (7) ……. . Into yet another part of our lives which are already being closely (8) ……. . By technology, not always for our
benefit.
- 1.
Choose the word that best fits gap 1.
- A.
Expose.
- B.
Perceive
- C.
Guess
- D.
Realise
Correct Answer
B. PerceiveExplanation
Perceive is the best word to fill the gap because it means to become aware of or to understand something through the senses or the mind. In this context, "expose" does not fit because it means to reveal or make something known, "guess" does not fit because it means to form an opinion or make a judgment without sufficient evidence, and "realize" does not fit because it means to become aware or understand something suddenly or completely. Therefore, "perceive" is the most appropriate word to use in this sentence.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Choose the word that best fits gap 2.
- A.
Operating
- B.
Developing
- C.
Working
- D.
Progressing
Correct Answer
B. DevelopingExplanation
The word "developing" is the best fit for gap 2 because it suggests the idea of growth and advancement, which is consistent with the context of the question. The other options, such as "operating," "working," and "progressing," do not convey the same sense of growth and improvement.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Choose the word that best fits gap 3.
- A.
Count
- B.
Rank
- C.
Value
- D.
Measure
Correct Answer
D. MeasureExplanation
The word "measure" best fits the gap because it is commonly used to determine the quantity or extent of something. In this context, "measure" would be the most appropriate word to complete the sentence, as it would likely refer to assessing or evaluating a particular aspect or characteristic.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Choose the word that best fits gap 4.
- A.
Creating
- B.
Locating
- C.
Absorbing
- D.
Building
Correct Answer
D. BuildingExplanation
In the given question, we are asked to choose the word that best fits gap 4. Out of the given options, "building" is the most suitable word as it completes the sentence grammatically and makes logical sense. The other options, such as "creating," "locating," and "absorbing," do not fit the context of the sentence. Therefore, the correct answer is "building."Rate this question:
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- 5.
Choose the word that best fits gap 5.
- A.
Put up
- B.
Take over
- C.
Hold off
- D.
Set back
Correct Answer
C. Hold offExplanation
"Hold off" is the best word that fits gap 5 because it means to delay or postpone something. It implies the act of temporarily stopping or preventing something from happening. In the given options, "put up" means to erect or display, "take over" means to assume control or responsibility, and "set back" means to cause a delay or hinder progress. None of these options convey the idea of temporarily delaying or preventing something, making "hold off" the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Choose the word that best fits gap 6.
- A.
Unreasonable
- B.
Disturbing
- C.
Irregular
- D.
Impossible
Correct Answer
B. DisturbingExplanation
The word "disturbing" fits best in the given gap because it is the most appropriate choice to describe something that causes discomfort, unease, or a disruption in one's peace of mind. The other options do not convey the same sense of causing emotional or mental disturbance.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Choose the word that best fits gap 7.
- A.
Intrudes
- B.
Invades
- C.
Interrupts
- D.
Forces
Correct Answer
A. IntrudesExplanation
The word "intrudes" is the best fit for gap 7 because it means to enter or go into a place or situation where you are not wanted or not supposed to be. It implies an unwanted or unwelcome intrusion, which is the most appropriate choice among the given options.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Choose the word that best fits gap 8.
- A.
Searched
- B.
Supervised
- C.
Monitored
- D.
Handled
Correct Answer
C. MonitoredExplanation
The word "monitored" is the best fit for gap 8 because it means to observe, watch, or keep track of something. This fits well in the context of the sentence, suggesting that someone is keeping an eye on something or overseeing a situation. The other options, such as "searched," "supervised," and "handled," do not convey the same meaning or fit as well in the given context.Rate this question:
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