Pregunta 1
Pregunta 1 · D4Bloom: RememberDescribing modern behaviors.
A trend is a general direction in which something is developing or changing.
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Respuesta correcta: C) trend
💡 Explicación
'Trend' is the specific term for a prevailing tendency or popular movement in society.
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Respuesta correcta: C) trend
- A) ritualIncorrect. A ritual is a ceremony.
- B) traditionIncorrect. A tradition is long-standing.
- C) trendCorrect. A trend is a current style or popular direction.
- D) lawIncorrect. A law is a formal rule.
💡 Explicación
'Trend' is the specific term for a prevailing tendency or popular movement in society.
Pregunta 2
Pregunta 2 · D4Bloom: UnderstandDiscussing demographic changes.
The average age of the population has been increasing in many developed countries.
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Respuesta correcta: A) has been increasing
💡 Explicación
The present perfect continuous highlights that the increase is a process that is currently continuing.
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Respuesta correcta: A) has been increasing
- A) has been increasingCorrect. Present perfect continuous for an ongoing demographic trend.
- B) increasesIncorrect. Present simple.
- C) increasedIncorrect. Past simple.
- D) will increaseIncorrect. Simple future.
💡 Explicación
The present perfect continuous highlights that the increase is a process that is currently continuing.
Pregunta 3
Pregunta 3 · D4Bloom: ApplySpeculating about a social change.
If remote work had been possible twenty years ago, urbanization might have slowed down.
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Respuesta correcta: C) had been
💡 Explicación
The third conditional (if + past perfect) is used to imagine how the past might have been different.
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Respuesta correcta: C) had been
- A) wasIncorrect. Second conditional.
- B) isIncorrect. Present tense.
- C) had beenCorrect. Third conditional for hypothetical past situation.
- D) has beenIncorrect. Present perfect.
💡 Explicación
The third conditional (if + past perfect) is used to imagine how the past might have been different.
Pregunta 4
Pregunta 4 · D4Bloom: AnalyzeArticle about digital nomads.
Digital nomads are individuals who use technology to work remotely and lead a lifestyle that allows them to travel frequently.
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Respuesta correcta: C) nomads
💡 Explicación
'Digital nomad' is the standard term for professionals who work while traveling.
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Respuesta correcta: C) nomads
- A) settlersIncorrect. Settlers stay in one place.
- B) nativesIncorrect. Refers to where someone was born.
- C) nomadsCorrect. A nomad is a person with no permanent home who moves from place to place.
- D) reclusesIncorrect. Recluses avoid society.
💡 Explicación
'Digital nomad' is the standard term for professionals who work while traveling.
Pregunta 5
Pregunta 5 · D6Bloom: EvaluateDiscussion on the "sharing economy".
The sharing economy emphasizes access over ownership, allowing people to rent or borrow goods rather than buying them.
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Respuesta correcta: C) access
💡 Explicación
The fundamental shift in the sharing economy is prioritizing the ability to use something ('access') rather than owning it.
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Respuesta correcta: C) access
- A) profitIncorrect. While companies profit, the concept is about access.
- B) scarcityIncorrect. It aims to reduce the impact of scarcity.
- C) accessCorrect. Sharing economy platforms focus on providing temporary access to resources.
- D) statusIncorrect. It often challenges traditional status symbols of ownership.
💡 Explicación
The fundamental shift in the sharing economy is prioritizing the ability to use something ('access') rather than owning it.
Pregunta 6
Pregunta 6 · D6Bloom: RememberSocial media influence.
An influencer is a person with the ability to influence potential buyers of a product or service by promoting or recommending it on social media.
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Respuesta correcta: C) influencer
💡 Explicación
'Influencer' is the modern marketing term for individuals with significant social media followings.
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Respuesta correcta: C) influencer
- A) observerIncorrect. Observers are passive.
- B) criticIncorrect. Critics analyze, but don't necessarily have the same commercial influence.
- C) influencerCorrect. This is the specific term for this social role.
- D) apprenticeIncorrect. An apprentice is learning.
💡 Explicación
'Influencer' is the modern marketing term for individuals with significant social media followings.
Pregunta 7
Pregunta 7 · D6Bloom: UnderstandDescribing a widespread social phenomenon.
Social media platforms are being used by billions of people to stay connected with friends and family.
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Respuesta correcta: B) are being used
💡 Explicación
The present continuous passive 'are being used' describes the current and ongoing utility of these platforms.
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Respuesta correcta: B) are being used
- A) are usingIncorrect. Active voice.
- B) are being usedCorrect. Present continuous passive for an ongoing state.
- C) were usedIncorrect. Past simple.
- D) useIncorrect. Present simple.
💡 Explicación
The present continuous passive 'are being used' describes the current and ongoing utility of these platforms.
Pregunta 8
Pregunta 8 · D6Bloom: ApplyText on "minimalism".
Minimalism is a lifestyle choice that focuses on living with fewer material possessions to prioritize experiences and relationships.
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Respuesta correcta: C) minimalism
💡 Explicación
'Minimalism' correctly describes the social trend of reducing clutter and possessions.
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Respuesta correcta: C) minimalism
- A) materialismIncorrect. Materialism is the opposite.
- B) consumerismIncorrect. Consumerism focuses on buying more.
- C) minimalismCorrect. Minimalism is the practice of living with only the essentials.
- D) narcissismIncorrect. Narcissism is excessive self-interest.
💡 Explicación
'Minimalism' correctly describes the social trend of reducing clutter and possessions.
Pregunta 9
Pregunta 9 · D6Bloom: AnalyzeDescribing a change in behavior.
Many people used to commute to an office every day, but now they work from home.
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Respuesta correcta: D) used to
💡 Explicación
'Used to' is the standard structure for comparing past habits with present reality.
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Respuesta correcta: D) used to
- A) are used to'Are used to' followed by a noun or by 'to' plus verb means 'accustomed to', which is a different idea.
- B) use to'Would' expresses a repeated past action but does not form the structure the sentence uses to contrast past habit with present reality.
- C) wouldCorrect. 'Used to' is the standard structure for a past habit that no longer holds, which is exactly the contrast the sentence makes.
- D) used to'Use to' is not correct English; the structure is always 'used to' with a d in the negative and in the past.
💡 Explicación
'Used to' is the standard structure for comparing past habits with present reality.
Pregunta 10
Pregunta 10 · D6Bloom: EvaluateCritique of "cancel culture".
The article argues that cancel culture can sometimes lead to a "mob mentality" where individuals are condemned without due process.
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Respuesta correcta: D) mob mentality
💡 Explicación
'Mob mentality' (or herd mentality) describes the collective behavior of a group that can be irrational or aggressive.
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Respuesta correcta: D) mob mentality
- A) harmonyIncorrect. Condemnation is not harmony.
- B) logicIncorrect. Mob mentality is often described as lacking logic.
- C) empathyIncorrect. Mob mentality often lacks empathy.
- D) mob mentalityCorrect. Mob mentality refers to people being influenced by their peers to adopt certain behaviors.
💡 Explicación
'Mob mentality' (or herd mentality) describes the collective behavior of a group that can be irrational or aggressive.
Pregunta 11
Pregunta 11 · D8Bloom: RememberDemographic groups.
The term "Millennials" refers to the generation of people born between the early 1980s and the mid-1990s.
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Respuesta correcta: A) Millennials
💡 Explicación
'Millennials' (or Gen Y) is the standard sociological label for the group described.
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Respuesta correcta: A) Millennials
- A) MillennialsCorrect. This is the specific name for that generation.
- B) BoomersIncorrect. Born earlier (post-WWII).
- C) Gen ZIncorrect. Born later (late 90s to early 2010s).
- D) BuildersIncorrect. Refers to an even older generation.
💡 Explicación
'Millennials' (or Gen Y) is the standard sociological label for the group described.
Pregunta 12
Pregunta 12 · D8Bloom: UnderstandDescribing social pressure.
Young people often feel pressured into conforming to the standards of their peer group.
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Respuesta correcta: A) conforming to
💡 Explicación
'Conforming to' is the appropriate phrasal verb for yielding to group expectations.
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Respuesta correcta: A) conforming to
- A) conforming toCorrect. 'Conform to' means to comply with rules or standards.
- B) resistingIncorrect. Resistance is the opposite of yielding to pressure.
- C) ignoringIncorrect. Ignoring means not paying attention.
- D) leadingIncorrect. Leading is the opposite of conforming.
💡 Explicación
'Conforming to' is the appropriate phrasal verb for yielding to group expectations.
Pregunta 13
Pregunta 13 · D8Bloom: ApplyDiscussing work-life balance.
Burnout is a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress.
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Respuesta correcta: A) Burnout
💡 Explicación
'Burnout' is the recognized psychological and professional term for the condition described.
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Respuesta correcta: A) Burnout
- A) BurnoutCorrect. This is the specific term for work-related exhaustion.
- B) AmbitionIncorrect. Ambition is the desire to achieve.
- C) ResilienceIncorrect. Resilience is the ability to recover.
- D) EnthusiasmIncorrect. Enthusiasm is positive energy.
💡 Explicación
'Burnout' is the recognized psychological and professional term for the condition described.
Pregunta 14
Pregunta 14 · D8Bloom: AnalyzeConditional about social media use.
If people spent less time on their screens, they would probably feel more connected to the real world.
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Respuesta correcta: C) spent
💡 Explicación
The second conditional 'if + past simple' describes the likely result of a hypothetical change in behavior.
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Respuesta correcta: C) spent
- A) spendIncorrect. First conditional.
- B) have spentIncorrect. Present perfect.
- C) spentCorrect. Second conditional for a hypothetical change.
- D) would spendIncorrect. 'Would' not used in 'if' clause.
💡 Explicación
The second conditional 'if + past simple' describes the likely result of a hypothetical change in behavior.
Pregunta 15
Pregunta 15 · D8Bloom: EvaluateConclusion on urban migration.
The author concludes that the "urban exodus" is driven by a desire for more space and a lower cost of living.
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Respuesta correcta: C) exodus
💡 Explicación
'Urban exodus' is the specific term for the trend of people moving from cities to suburban or rural areas.
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Respuesta correcta: C) exodus
- A) growthIncorrect. Exodus means leaving.
- B) isolationIncorrect. Focuses on the state rather than the movement.
- C) exodusCorrect. An exodus is a mass departure of people.
- D) congestionIncorrect. This is usually why people leave cities, not the name of the movement itself.
💡 Explicación
'Urban exodus' is the specific term for the trend of people moving from cities to suburban or rural areas.
Pregunta 16
Pregunta 16 · D8Bloom: RememberDescribing viral content.
A "viral" post is one that is shared rapidly and widely from one internet user to another.
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Respuesta correcta: A) viral
💡 Explicación
'Viral' is the standard adjective for content that spreads quickly across the internet.
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Respuesta correcta: A) viral
- A) viralCorrect. Viral means spreading very quickly.
- B) privateIncorrect. Private posts are not shared widely.
- C) boringIncorrect. Boring posts usually don't spread.
- D) expensiveIncorrect. Sharing online is usually free.
💡 Explicación
'Viral' is the standard adjective for content that spreads quickly across the internet.
Pregunta 17
Pregunta 17 · D10Bloom: UnderstandDescribing a current social movement.
A new movement for social justice is gaining momentum across the country.
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Respuesta correcta: B) is gaining
💡 Explicación
'Is gaining momentum' is a common idiom meaning to become more popular or successful.
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Respuesta correcta: B) is gaining
- A) loseIncorrect. Simple present.
- B) is gainingCorrect. Present continuous for an ongoing process.
- C) has gainedIncorrect. Present perfect; focus is on the current growth.
- D) will gainIncorrect. Simple future.
💡 Explicación
'Is gaining momentum' is a common idiom meaning to become more popular or successful.
Pregunta 18
Pregunta 18 · D10Bloom: ApplyText about sustainable fashion.
"Fast fashion" refers to inexpensive clothing produced rapidly by mass-market retailers in response to the latest trends.
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Respuesta correcta: D) Fast
💡 Explicación
'Fast fashion' is the specific term for the business model described.
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Respuesta correcta: D) Fast
- A) SlowIncorrect. Slow fashion is the sustainable alternative.
- B) LuxuryIncorrect. Luxury fashion is expensive and produced slowly.
- C) ClassicIncorrect. Traditional, unchanging styles.
- D) FastCorrect. Fast fashion is the industry term for rapid, cheap production.
💡 Explicación
'Fast fashion' is the specific term for the business model described.
Pregunta 19
Pregunta 19 · D10Bloom: AnalyzeReporting a social prediction.
Experts said that the trend toward automation would continue to accelerate.
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Respuesta correcta: D) would
💡 Explicación
In reported speech, we change 'will' to 'would' when the reporting verb ('said') is in the past.
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Respuesta correcta: D) would
- A) willIncorrect. Backshifted from 'will' to 'would' in reported speech.
- B) shouldIncorrect. Expresses advice or expectation.
- C) canIncorrect. Backshifted to 'could'.
- D) wouldCorrect. 'Would' is the past form of 'will' used in reported speech.
💡 Explicación
In reported speech, we change 'will' to 'would' when the reporting verb ('said') is in the past.
Pregunta 20
Pregunta 20 · D10Bloom: EvaluateFinal thought on modern connection.
The paradox of our time is that while we are more "connected" than ever digitally, many report feeling more isolated.
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Respuesta correcta: C) paradox
💡 Explicación
'Paradox' correctly identifies the contradiction between digital connectivity and personal isolation.
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Respuesta correcta: C) paradox
- A) solutionIncorrect. This is a problem, not a solution.
- B) agreementIncorrect. The two facts contradict each other.
- C) paradoxCorrect. A paradox is a seemingly absurd or self-contradictory statement that may prove to be true.
- D) benefitIncorrect. Feeling isolated is not a benefit.
💡 Explicación
'Paradox' correctly identifies the contradiction between digital connectivity and personal isolation.