Question 38.
a. Instead of staying silent, I decided to speak up, block the offenders, and seek support from trusted people.
b. This challenging experience was truly unforgettable and taught me the importance of kindness and responsibility in the online community.
c. Experiencing cyberbullying on social media made me realize how harmful online behavior can be, a serious issue in today's digital world.
d. The reality, however, was far from what I had expected when the hurtful messages kept coming and began to affect my confidence.
e. I tried to brush it off at first, hoping the negative comments would stop on their own.

a. He walked through the streets, recalling childhood memories and sensing the continuous development of his hometown.
b. His hometown had changed a lot, with the green fields now replaced by modern high-rise buildings.
c. Even with all the changes, Mark's love for his hometown remained unwavering.
d. When Mark returned to his hometown after many years away, he felt both happy and nostalgic.
e. Despite this, Mark still recognized the familiar people, who retained the kind and simple nature of the countryside.

a. Another challenge is the need to adapt to independent living, which can create considerable stress as they must manage their time and finances on their own.
b. Studying at a university far from home presents several disadvantages.
c. However, despite these challenges, this experience helps students develop greater independence and personal growth.
d. One significant issue is that students often feel lonely and disconnected in a new environment without their close friends.
e. Furthermore, being away from family means lacking emotional and material support, especially during difficult times.

a. By doing so, we can significantly reduce our carbon footprint.
b. Simple actions like recycling, using public transport, and reducing energy use can make a difference.
c. Living a green lifestyle is essential for the health of our planet.
d. Everyone can contribute to this effort, no matter how small the action might seem.
e. It's our responsibility to protect the environment for future generations.

a. For employees, the shift to remote work offers flexibility and the ability to balance personal and professional responsibilities.
b. However, it also presents challenges, such as feelings of isolation and the blurring of work-life boundaries.
c. The rapid advancement of technology has transformed the way people approach work, making remote work a feasible option for many industries.
d. As companies adapt to this new model, they must also address concerns related to cybersecurity and data protection.
e. Additionally, businesses have embraced hybrid work models, combining in-person and remote work to maintain productivity and collaboration.

Question 18.
a. Fortunately, a stranger spotted my wallet on the pavement near the crossing and then ran after me, calling out to get my attention.
b. At the bus stop, my stomach dropped: my wallet was gone, along with my ID and the week's cash.
c. Now I keep an emergency card tucked in my case, and I'm far quicker to return a lost item instead of walking past.
d. That frantic dash from the office 15 minutes ago suddenly made sense, as I'd been juggling my phone, a tote bag and my keys, barely watching where I stepped.
e. I tried to press a small tip into his hand, but he smilingly refused and told me to do the same for someone else one day.

Question 19.
a. But that is not the hard part, for while his challengers will play the games as normal, Gareyev himself will be blindfolded.
b. In the hope of understanding how Gareyev and others like him can perform such extraordinary mental tasks, researchers have called him in for tests and are now analyzing the results.
c. Next month, a chess player named Timur Gareyev will take on nearly 50 opponents at once.
d. Gareyev's impressive ability, however, has drawn interest from beyond the chess-playing community.
e. Even by world record standards, it sets a high bar for human performance, and the skill has become Gareyev's brand: he calls himself the Blindfold King.