In the first sentence, when the author says that the debate “has reached a boiling point”, he means that the debate is 

In the last sentence, the author states that facial detection and recognition technologies

Based on Text I, analyze the assertions below:

I. Critics are concerned about the pervasiveness of facial recognition technology.

II. Facial recognition systems may reduce the efficiency and security of border control.

III. Some argue that the new technology could undermine the stability of modern democracy.

Choose the correct answer:

Directions: Read texts I, II and III and answer question

TEXT I

Alexa, What Is There to Know about Love? Brian Bilston Alexa, what is there to know about love? What is there to know about love? A glove is a garment that covers the hand for protection from the cold or dirt and – Alexa, how does a human heart work? How does a human heart work? Blood is first received in the right atrium via two veins, the vena cava superior and inferior – Alexa, where do we go to when we die? Where do we go to when we die? Activating Google Maps. Completed activation. Would you like to start from your current location? Alexa, what does it mean to be alone? What does it mean to be alone? It is the silence left by words unsaid, the cold expanse of half a bed. It is the endless stretching of the hours, the needless tending of plastic flowers. It is an echo unanswered in a cave, the fateful ping of the microwave. It is the fraying of a worn shirt cuff, and the howl – Stop, Alexa. That’s enough.
Available on: https://brianbilston.com/2018/07/23/alexa-what-is-there-toknow-about-love/. Accessed on February 24th, 2025

TEXT II

AI won’t take your job if you know about IA Intelligence augmentation shows that human + AI is an ideal partnership – and the future of white-collar work The less exciting but more likely reality is that the changes AI brings to the workplace will entail upskilling — when workers learn new skills — not reskilling or complete replacement. And upskilling is not about surrendering to AI but instead about mastering intelligence augmentation, or IA, which is what happens when humans and AI work together to accomplish more as a team than either could flying solo. That collaboration is based on the distinction between two concepts: reckoning and judgment. Reckoning vs. Judgment A critical difference between AI and humans is our primary mode of operation. AI operates through what is often referred to as “reckoning,” such as calculative prediction. By that, we mean AI’s true capabilities are grounded in facts and historical knowledge - data that can be calculated, memorized, and repeated. It makes predictions based on what it knows. By contrast, humans operate through judgment or practical wisdom. We understand things AI can’t possibly know. That’s because we humans have lived experiences that continually inform how we see the world. It’s the intangible factors, like ethical considerations and empathetic responses, that make humans better equipped than AI to make complex decisions about human affairs. This practical wisdom is one reason humans must keep creating new things for IA to advance. Imagine what would happen if humans stopped writing original content. The current model of AI could never pass a certain point because it would never encounter new, innovative ideas. Eventually, AI would run out of new ideas to share, and our collective knowledge would stagnate. AI is like moonlight; its ideas come from the reflected sunlight of human insights. Now, it’s essential to recognize that this contrast between AI and humans is nothing to fear. Instead, it shows us why “human + AI” is an ideal work partnership. AI can perform massive calculations in the blink of an eye at a pace far superior to even the most intelligent human on the planet. When paired with a human capable of making quick decisions based on lived experience, judgment, and practical wisdom, it’s an immensely more powerful tool than it is on its own. Adapted from MCCOOL, Chris Dede and David. AI Won’t Take Your Job if You Know About IA. Harvard Graduate School of Education. Available on: https://www.gse.harvard.edu/ideas/news/24/02/ai-wont-take-your-job-ifyou-know-about-ai. Accessed on March 10 th, 2025.

TEXT III


It is possible to say that 

It is possible to infer from the excerpt that 

Mark the option that is NOT true about the passage.
Digital networks play a crucial role in ensuring efficient operation of ports and logistics. These systems _____________________ .

In “Digitalization is gaining fast ground”, means that it is 

Based on the extract, it is correct to say that 

Mark the option that completes the blank spaces in the first paragraph. 

According to the text, it is possible to say that: 

Consider the dialogue below:
Jake: I can't decide if I should attend the meeting or not. My manager said it's optional, but it's quite important for the future of the project.
Liz: I think you should definitely go. It might not be mandatory, but you'll learn a lot, and your input is valuable.
Jake: I guess you're right. I'll see if I can rearrange my schedule.
Liz: That would be wise. It could show your commitment.
Based on the dialogue, which of the following statements best describes Jake's feelings about attending the meeting?

Read the short excerpt below and answer the question that follows:

"During the annual cultural festival, students and teachers alike participated in activities ranging from traditional dances to interactive art exhibitions. Some students even created visual posters without any text, relying solely on symbols and colors to convey powerful social messages. Each participant's display represented a unique perspective on community and collaboration."

Based on the excerpt, which statement most accurately reflects both the verbal and non-verbal elements mentioned, as well as the use of possessive forms and indefinite pronouns?

Select the alternative which brings, according to the article, the most appropriate piece of advice to a tourist who wants to visit River Emscher and Lake Baldeney.

Consider the following extract from paragraph 3 of the article: 

“Ever since mining at Zollverein and the surrounding region ended in the late 1980s, woodland has spread across the vast site, and its trail-laced expanses are now home to more than 800 animal and plant species”.

Select the alternative which brings the most appropriate conclusion according to the extract of the article.

The following words / phrases have been underlined on the article. In the context of the text, all of them have a positive meaning, EXCEPT for

The article describes a green-and-blue approach to the renovation of the German city of Essen. Considering what green and blue solutions are, according to the text, decide whether the following initiatives are part of the green solution group or the blue solution group: 

1. developing lakes with rainwater;
2. creating the Lake Baldeney arena;
3. transforming the Zollverein industrial complex;
4. restoring the River Emscher;
5. constructing of a cycling highway.

Now select the alternative which correctly matches each of these initiatives to their respective group.

Analyze the following statements according to the article:

I. Essen was heavily affected by pollution, experiencing significant environmental degradation for the last century and a half.
II. In the Zollverein complex, old buildings have been remodeled into modern, sustainable and environmentally-friendly industries.
III. Although a cycling highway is under development and places to go hiking and be in touch with nature are now available, there are still challenges for people to access them.
IV. Once deemed biologically lifeless, fish and other animal species can only be seen in the River Emscher again due to its restoration, which took twenty years.
V. People have not been able to go in the Lake Baldeney since 2017, but this is about to change because of Essen’s green-and-blue approach.

The statements which bring only completely accurate information are:

“The  first parachute was invented by Leonardo da Vinci.”  This sentence has the same meaning as: 

Choose the correct alternative to complete the dialog. 
Alex: Can you see the soldier in the camouflaged uniform?  Camille: __________________. There are two. 

Choose  the  correct  alternative  to  complete  the  conversation. 

John: We’re  having  dinner  in  the  Sergeants’ Mess Hall  on  Thursday. _____________? 

Marcos: Yes, I’d love to.