Question: I'm taking a test and have to guess the right answer to the question after the article. Article: Recently we've observed an increasing request from disadvantaged and regional schools for attending one of our zoo areas at no cost or partly paid some organizations. Zoos Victoria believes that all children should have the opportunity to have an early memory of visiting the zoo, and gain an understanding of the wild and natural world that humans share with animals. Zoos Victoria wins the support of the Ian Potter Foundation to help achieve this goal. Funding available for schools to enter an educational program at Zoos Victoria in 2012 Applications are open from November 23, 2011 to February 12, 2012. Children from disadvantaged and originally isolated schools are provided with the opportunity to visit the zoo and attend an interactive education experience at no charge. The program objectives are: *To start developing "environmentalists" within low social and economic groups. *To support the youth from disadvantaged backgrounds to have greater awareness of wildlife and have ongoing opportunities to get relevant information about animals and the environment through the zoos' website. What is covered under the program? *Travel to the zoo -- transport costs will be partly or fully paid back to the school on the basis of the number of children applying for the program. *Student entry to one area of Zoos Victoria and an educational experience. Which schools are able to take part in the program? *Open to schools in Victoria. *Consideration will be given to schools that have not previously been able to enter one of our zoo areas, list as "disadvantaged" ones or come from regionally isolated areas. *Able to visit an area of Zoos Victoria within the 2012 school year. *Applications must be supported by the school principal . *Able to complete a short evaluation of the program. How to apply for the program? *Download the application forms. *Complete all the details, including a signature from your principal and attaching a quote for transport costs. *Return the application forms to Margaret Harwood at Zoos Victoria by... Question: Zoos Victoria wanted to help students in disadvantaged and regional schools _ . Options: A: take action to protect wildlife in isolated areas B: develop a passion for wildlife and nature C: raise money for wildlife in the zoo D: learn more about plants and animals in the wild
Answer: B

Question: I'm taking a test and have to guess the right answer to the question after the article. Article: How to deal successfully with a child showing outstanding musical ability? It's not always clear how best to develop and encourage his gift. Many parents may even fail to recognize and respond to their children's need until discouragement explodes into uncooperative behavior. And while most schools are equipped to deal with children who are especially able in academic subjects,the musically gifted require special understanding which may not always be available in an ordinary school. Such children may well benefit from the education offered by a specialist music school. The five music schools in Britain aim to provide all environment where gifted children can develop their skills under the guidance of professional musicians. Children here spend about half of a day on musical activities,for example,individual lessons,orchestras,chamber groups,voice training,conducting and theory. They also spend several hours a day practicing in private rooms .The rest of their time is taken up with the subjects:English,maths and basic sciences. What are the disadvantages? An obvious problem is that the fees are high .However, each school will often scholarships and other forms of financial aid. Secondly, not all parents want to send their children to boarding school, especially at an early age .Almost all the directors of the specialist schools express doubts about the wisdom of admitting children as young as seven into such a tense and disciplined environment. They stress,however, that their main aim is to turn out "well-rounded and well--balanced individual." Question: The passage mainly talks about _ . Options: A: education and development about children B: disadvantages of music schools C: music schools for children with music gift D: how to deal with music talented children
Answer: C

Question: I'm taking a test and have to guess the right answer to the question after the article. Article: Are your children liked by their teachers? All parents want their children to impress(...) their teachers and succeed in school. You can get your children to impress their teachers by following these easy steps. Make sure they're prepared. Teachers are impressed by children coming to school prepared to learn. Make sure they have everything they need--pencils textbooks, erasers and so on. Require them to be active in class. Teach them to ask teachers questions when they don't understand something. Some children think teachers are bothered by questions, but most teachers are impressed when children take the initiative in asking questions. They should take part in class discussions, giving their opinions politely. Keep your children healthy. If your children are tired and hungry, they won't be ready to learn. Children need at least 8 to 10 hours of sleep per night. Feed your children a solid breakfast and prepare a healthy lunch. Provide them with fruit and other healthy foods--apples or bananas are better for them than cookies. Make sure that your children do their homework. If they really don't understand it, discuss it with them patiently. Don't help them do their homework. Teachers can always tell who it is that does the work. Teach your children good manners and habits. Children need to arrive at the school punctually, and be polite to their teachers and classmates. Parents need to teach these skills at home. Nothing is sweeter than children who say "please" and "thank you", and these are children their teachers are certain to love. Question: The passage mainly tells us that being parents, you should _ . Options: A: help your children to impress their teachers at school B: ask your children to get ready for classes before going to school C: teach your children to be polite to both their teachers and classmates D: remind your children to observe all the rules when at school
Answer:
A