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“Tips for Staying Healthy.”
Sophie Lane January 10, 2024 |
What are some effective tips for staying healthy that you personally swear by?
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Maya Patel January 15, 2024 |
I drink a glass of warm water with lemon every morning—it kickstarts my day and keeps me hydrated. Also, I walk at least 30 minutes daily, even if it’s just around my neighborhood. Small habits like these make a big difference over time. |
Liam Carter February 2, 2024 |
Sleep is everything. I aim for 7-8 hours a night, no exceptions. If you’re not sleeping well, no diet or exercise will save you. Trust me, I’ve tried cutting corners, and it didn’t work. |
Aisha Khan February 20, 2024 |
Before you eat anything, ask yourself: “Is this going to nourish me or just fill me up?” It’s helped me cut junk food and focus on whole foods like fruits, veggies, and lean proteins. |
Evan Brooks March 5, 2024 |
Staying healthy isn’t just about your body—it’s your mind too. I meditate for 10 minutes every day to reduce stress. A calm mind keeps me from emotional eating or skipping workouts. |
Clara Ruiz March 15, 2024 |
I don’t follow trends or fancy diets. My trick? Cook all my meals at home. That way, I control what goes in, and I avoid processed stuff. It’s simple and works for me. |
Soal 01
Who explicitly mentions the importance of mental health in staying healthy?
(A) Maya Patel
(B) Liam Carter
(C) Aisha Khan
(D) Evan Brooks
(E) Clara Ruiz
Answer: (D) Evan Brooks
Who explicitly mentions the importance of mental health in staying healthy?
(A) Maya Patel: Focuses on hydration and walking—physical health only.
(B) Liam Carter: Emphasizes sleep—physical health, no mental aspect.
(C) Aisha Khan: Talks about food choices—physical health only.
(D) Evan Brooks: Mentions meditating for a “calm mind” to avoid stress-related issues—explicitly ties mental health to overall health.
(E) Clara Ruiz: Focuses on cooking at home—physical health only.
Soal 02
The phrase “nourish me” in Aisha Khan’s post is closest in meaning to…
(A) satisfy my hunger
(B) benefit my health
(C) taste good to me
(D) fill my stomach
(E) make me happy
Answer: (B) Benefit my health
The phrase “nourish me” in Aisha Khan’s post is closest in meaning to…
Aisha says, “Is this going to nourish me or just fill me up?”—implying a contrast between beneficial food and mere fullness.
(A) Satisfy my hunger: Focuses on ending hunger, not benefit.
(B) Benefit my health: Aligns with choosing whole foods for wellness.
(C) Taste good to me: Not implied in the context.
(D) Fill my stomach: She contrasts this with “nourish.”
(E) Make me happy: Emotional, not the focus here.
Soal 03
Who posted the least specific tip in response to Sophie Lane’s question?
(A) Maya Patel
(B) Liam Carter
(C) Aisha Khan
(D) Evan Brooks
(E) Clara Ruiz
Answer: (E) Clara Ruiz
Who posted the least specific tip in response to Sophie Lane’s question?
Sophie asks for “effective tips” that people swear by—specific, practical advice is expected.
(A) Maya Patel: Specific—lemon water and 30-minute walks.
(B) Liam Carter: Specific—7-8 hours of sleep.
(C) Aisha Khan: Specific question about food, implies whole foods.
(D) Evan Brooks: Specific—10 minutes of meditation.
(E) Clara Ruiz: General—“cook all my meals at home” is a broad habit, not a precise tip.
Clara’s response lacks detail compared to the others.
Soal 04
Who provides evidence from personal experience to support their health tip?
(A) Maya Patel
(B) Liam Carter
(C) Aisha Khan
(D) Evan Brooks
(E) Clara Ruiz
Answer: (B) Liam Carter
Who provides evidence from personal experience to support their health tip?
(A) Maya Patel: Shares habits but no personal outcome as evidence.
(B) Liam Carter: Says, “I’ve tried cutting corners, and it didn’t work”—evidence from experience supports sleep’s importance.
(C) Aisha Khan: Shares a question she uses but no specific result.
(D) Evan Brooks: Says meditation helps him avoid emotional eating—implied experience, but less direct.
(E) Clara Ruiz: Says it “works for me” but no specific evidence.
Liam’s failed attempt at cutting sleep is clear evidence.
Soal 05
What is the overall tone of the thread regarding staying healthy?
(A) Encouraging
(B) Sarcastic
(C) Critical
(D) Doubtful
(E) Competitive
Answer: (A) Encouraging
What is the overall tone of the thread regarding staying healthy?
The responses share personal tips positively, aiming to help Sophie.
(A) Encouraging: Positive and helpful—fits the thread’s vibe.
(B) Sarcastic: No irony or mockery present.
(C) Critical: No judgment of others’ ideas.
(D) Doubtful: No skepticism about staying healthy.
(E) Competitive: No one-upmanship detected.
The tone is collaborative and supportive.
Texts for Questions 6 to 10
TEXT 1
Learning effectively requires more than just memorizing facts—it’s about understanding and retaining knowledge. One proven strategy is spaced repetition, where learners review material at increasing intervals. Research shows this strengthens memory by reinforcing neural connections over time. Another technique is active recall, which involves testing yourself rather than rereading notes. Studies indicate that this boosts long-term retention by forcing the brain to retrieve information actively.
However, not all strategies work for everyone. Distractions, like multitasking or noisy environments, can derail focus, especially during complex tasks. Experts suggest creating a dedicated study space to minimize interruptions. While technology aids learning through apps and online resources, it can also tempt learners with social media or games. Balancing these factors is key to mastering new skills or subjects.
TEXT 2
A group of educators recently tested how students learn best. They studied 100 high schoolers preparing for a science exam over two months. Half the group used flashcards with spaced repetition, while the other half relied on traditional note-taking. Results showed the flashcard group scored 15% higher on average. They also retained 80% of the material a month later, compared to 50% for the note-taking group.
The experiment didn’t stop there. Teachers observed that students who studied in quiet rooms outperformed those in busy settings by 10%. One educator noted, “Focus is half the battle—tools like flashcards help, but environment seals the deal.” The study suggests that combining good habits with the right setting can transform learning outcomes. Still, some students admitted struggling to stick to routines without constant reminders.
Soal 06
According to Text 1, active recall…
(A) strengthens memory by spacing out study sessions
(B) requires a quiet environment to be effective
(C) improves retention by actively retrieving information
(D) works best when paired with online learning tools
(E) reduces distractions during complex tasks
Answer: C
Text 1, Paragraph 1: “Active recall… involves testing yourself… boosts long-term retention by forcing the brain to retrieve information actively.”
(A) Wrong—spaced repetition, not active recall, uses intervals.
(B) Wrong—quiet environment is a separate tip, not tied to active recall.
(C) Correct—matches the text’s focus on retrieving info for retention.
(D) Wrong—online tools aren’t mentioned with active recall.
(E) Wrong—distractions are a general issue, not specific to active recall.
Answer: (C)
Quick Take: Active recall is about retrieval, not spacing or tools.
Soal 07
The word “They” in Text 2, Paragraph 1 refers to…
(A) educators
(B) students
(C) flashcards
(D) science exams
(E) notes
Answer: A
Text 2, Paragraph 1: “They studied 100 high schoolers… Results showed the flashcard group scored 15% higher…”
“They” starts the paragraph, describing who ran the study—educators.
(A) Correct—educators conducted the study.
(B) Wrong—students were studied, not the ones studying.
(C) Wrong—flashcards are a tool, not the subject.
(D) Wrong—exams are the context, not the actors.
(E) Wrong—notes are a method, not the subject.
Answer: (A)
Quick Take: “They” is the educators running the experiment.
Soal 08
Which of the following from Text 2 is an opinion?
(A) Half the group used flashcards with spaced repetition.
(B) The flashcard group scored 15% higher on average.
(C) Teachers observed that students in quiet rooms outperformed others by 10%.
(D) Focus is half the battle—tools like flashcards help, but environment seals the deal.
(E) Some students struggled to stick to routines without constant reminders.
Answer: D
Fact: Measurable data. Opinion: Personal judgment.
(A) “Half the group used flashcards”—study method, fact.
(B) “Scored 15% higher”—result, fact.
(C) “Outperformed… by 10%”—observed data, fact.
(D) “Focus is half the battle…”—educator’s view, opinion.
(E) “Some students struggled…”—reported observation, fact.
Answer: (D)
Quick Take: D is a subjective take, not a hard result.
Soal 09
The findings about the impact of study environment on learning can be found in…
(A) Text 1 Paragraph 1 and Text 2 Paragraph 1
(B) Text 1 Paragraph 2 and Text 2 Paragraph 2
(C) Text 1 Paragraph 1 and Text 2 Paragraph 2
(D) Text 1 Paragraph 2 and Text 2 Paragraph 1
Answer: B
Text 1, P1: Spaced repetition and active recall—no environment talk.
Text 1, P2: “Distractions… can derail focus… dedicated study space”—environment impact.
Text 2, P1: Flashcards vs. notes—no environment findings.
Text 2, P2: “Students in quiet rooms outperformed… by 10%”—environment finding.
Options:
(A) T1 P1 & T2 P1—no environment results.
(B) T1 P2 & T2 P2—both discuss environment impact.
(C) T1 P1 & T2 P2—only T2 P2 fits.
(D) T1 P2 & T2 P1—only T1 P2 fits.
Answer: (B)
Quick Take: Environment findings are in T1 P2 and T2 P2.
Soal 10
What is the relationship between Texts 1 and 2?
(A) Text 1 explains learning strategies, and Text 2 tests them with evidence.
(B) Text 1 criticizes traditional methods, while Text 2 defends them.
(C) Both texts focus on how technology improves learning outcomes.
(D) Text 1 discusses memory retention, while Text 2 focuses on exam scores.
(E) Text 1 and Text 2 argue that learning depends only on environment, not tools.
Answer: A
Text 1: General strategies (spaced repetition, active recall, environment).
Text 2: Study testing strategies and environment effects.
(A) Correct—Text 1 outlines strategies, Text 2 provides study proof.
(B) Wrong—Text 1 doesn’t criticize, and Text 2 doesn’t defend.
(C) Wrong—technology isn’t the main focus.
(D) Wrong—both discuss retention and scores, not separate.
(E) Wrong—tools matter in both, not just environment.
Answer: (A)
Quick Take: Text 1 theorizes, Text 2 tests it.