Most people think women are more affected when a relationship hits a rocky patch. According to a new study on over 1,000 break- ups, it is the opposite. Research from the Wake Forest University in the USA suggests men have a much harder time dealing with the low points. Lead researcher Robin Simon said: "Common wisdom says that women are more hurt by problems in a relationship, but we found that the disadvantages of strain are exaggerated for the men. " She added: "Men are more sensitive than we often think they are. " Simon and her co-researchers discovered that men often put a brave face on problems they have with their partner but inside, they feel more emotional pain than women.

   The research also showed how differently men and women dealt with problems. Women show their feelings more by crying and talking about how they feel. Men find this hard to do because they need to be "masculine" and men don't cry. Instead, they turn to the bottle or look for escape by using drugs. Ms. Simon said the more relation- ship problems a guy went through, the more likely he was to become dependent on alcohol or drugs. They make the pain go away through substance abuse rather than talking. Simon said things are changing and that more and more men are opening up. She said guys these days are more likely to have divorced parents and "this might make them more sensitive to the ups and downs of a relationship" and be more emotionally aware.

Which of the following best expresses the main idea of the passage?

Write a composition of at least 150 words based on the following picture. You should describe the picture, give your opinion on the topic, and use specific reasons and/or examples to support yourself. Write your answer on the Answer Sheet.

Many say that the transition to a low carbon economy offers the greatest economic opportunities ever known. At the start of the information revolution, few would have guessed at just how widespread and profound the effect would be on society: today we can barely imagine life without modern information technology. Companies like Google, Yahoo! and Amazon are some of the most successful companies in the world. We are now at the start of the low carbon revolution and those that have started on their low carbon journey already are seeing benefits such as new markets and customers and reduced bills and risks.

Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?

Scientists say they have found key clues into how long we will live. One of them is a (1)________ handshake. British researchers believe a strong grip is not just a sign of confidence but also an (2) ________ of longevity. Lead author Dr. Rachel Cooper, of University College London, said her study looked into 33 different reports on the strength of handshakes. The research (3)________ more than 50,000 men and women and spanned 40 years. Dr. Cooper concluded that those with weaker handshakes were 70 per cent more likely to die ear- lier than those with the strongest handshakes. She concludes that people with strong grips may have benefited (4)________ a happy childhood that included a healthy diet and plenty of exercise.

   The new study, (5)________ in the British Medical Journal, al- so found other signs of living a longer life. These "measures of physical capability" include walking at a faster (6)________, getting out of a chair quickly, and being able to balance on one leg. The study showed that slow walkers were almost three times (7)________ to die at a younger age than those who walked briskly. Those who struggled to get up from their armchairs were twice as likely to die earlier than those who (8)________ out of their chairs. Dr. Cooper believes there needs to be more (9)________ into the link between physical capability and longevity. "Research that helps people to enjoy a long and healthy life is ever more important to help (10)________ an ageing population," she said.

It is stated in the passage that men deal with emotional problems________.

What does the phrase "a rocky patch" at the beginning of the passage mean?

According to the lead researcher,________.

Most people think women are more affected when a relationship hits a rocky patch. According to a new study on over 1,000 break- ups, it is the opposite. Research from the Wake Forest University in the USA suggests men have a much harder time dealing with the low points. Lead researcher Robin Simon said: "Common wisdom says that women are more hurt by problems in a relationship, but we found that the disadvantages of strain are exaggerated for the men. " She added: "Men are more sensitive than we often think they are. " Simon and her co-researchers discovered that men often put a brave face on problems they have with their partner but inside, they feel more emotional pain than women.

   The research also showed how differently men and women dealt with problems. Women show their feelings more by crying and talking about how they feel. Men find this hard to do because they need to be "masculine" and men don't cry. Instead, they turn to the bottle or look for escape by using drugs. Ms. Simon said the more relation- ship problems a guy went through, the more likely he was to become dependent on alcohol or drugs. They make the pain go away through substance abuse rather than talking. Simon said things are changing and that more and more men are opening up. She said guys these days are more likely to have divorced parents and "this might make them more sensitive to the ups and downs of a relationship" and be more emotionally aware.

Which of the following best expresses the main idea of the passage?

Greater knowledge of biological rhythms in the treatment of dis eases couldresult inimportant changes in the practice of medicine

Immigrants who adapt most quickly usually have a background similar to the new cultural environment and they also plan to re- mainpermanentlyin the new country.