A. Answer the following questions by choosing the correct option 1, 2, or 3.
I. The writer uses the term ‘culture’ to refer to:
(3) the way of life of particular people living together in one place

II. The passage suggests that universal education:
(1) is, in fact, aggravating the existing problems of the modern world

III. The culture of a community is said to deteriorate when:
(2) the family life fails to play its part

IV. The culture of a community is transmitted:
(2) more by family than school

V. According to the passage, education is:
(2) tapping and encouraging the inherent values in man

B. State whether the following statements are True or False:

• True
• False
• True
• True
• False
• True
• True
• True
• True
• True

C.

I immediately went round to the Boma to make a complaint about the way I had been treated. There was a young district Officer there whom I knew well. He took me into his office. He listened with sympathy to my story and began thumping the table in his indignation. He said, ‘Look here, Kenneth, if ever you want anything just come along to me and I will give you a note.’ ‘But,’ I said, ‘that is not the point, what about all the thousands of others who want to be treated like reasonable human beings in the shops? Have they got to come to you every time for a note?’ He promised to write a letter to the chemist and I let the matter drop.

Youth and Changing Lifestyles

Today's youth and teenagers exhibit a heightened awareness of their appearance and lifestyle choices, a stark departure from earlier generations. This transformation is largely influenced by the media, particularly television advertisements that promote idealized standards of beauty and success. Young people avidly consume these messages, aspiring to emulate the glamorous lifestyles of the rich and famous.

The pervasive influence of social media has further amplified this trend. Platforms like Instagram and Snapchat provide a curated glimpse into the lives of celebrities and influencers, showcasing luxurious possessions and exotic vacations. Teenagers, eager to emulate these lifestyles, often seek to mirror these images in their own lives, whether through fashion choices, travel destinations, or leisure activities.

Moreover, the rise of consumer culture has led to a shift in priorities among the youth. Material possessions and outward appearances are often prioritized over personal development or meaningful experiences. The desire to keep up with the latest trends and portray a certain image on social media has become a driving force in many young people's lives.

However, this trend is not without its challenges. The pressure to conform to societal expectations of beauty and success can lead to feelings of inadequacy and low self-esteem. It is essential for young people to strike a balance between external influences and internal values, focusing on personal growth and well-being rather than solely on external appearances.

(i) The experience of watching TV is similar to that of consuming drugs as both (1) give pleasure.

(ii) TV addicts wrongly think that (1) They can control their habit.

(iii) TV addicts find it difficult to (3) switch off the TV.

(iv) TV viewing is more attractive to the addict than (2) reading.

(v) Because of one's addiction to TV, one can become quite (1) unproductive.

(b) True or False:

(i) True
(ii) False
(iii) False
(iv) True
(v) False
(vi) False
(vii) False
(viii) True
(ix) True
(x) True

(c) Match the words:

1. defer – postpone
2. induced – caused
3. inchoately – incompletely
4. ruefully – with regret
5. distorts – misrepresents