Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions fr...

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 31 to 40.

The traditional trajectory of the university graduate – a seamless transition from the lecture hall to the corporate cubicle – is being increasingly disrupted by a phenomenon unique to the "Zoomer" generation. Instead of immediately joining the white-collar workforce, a growing cohort of Gen Z is opting for a "blue-collar gap year," retreating to organic farms, eco-lodges, or remote volunteering stations. This is not merely a delay in employment but a deliberate rebellion against the glorification of "hustle culture" that has left many feeling academically burnt out and spiritually depleted before their careers have even commenced.

The allure of manual labor lies in its tangible nature, a stark contrast to the abstract and often repetitive tasks of modern office life. [I] For students who have spent sixteen years tethered to screens and textbooks, the prospect of planting trees, harvesting crops, or building houses offers a therapeutic release. [II] This "restorative labor" allows them to disconnect from the relentless dopamine feedback loops of social media and reconnect with the physical world. [III] The monotony of weeding a garden or painting a fence becomes a form of mindfulness, a way to declutter the mind. [IV] It helps alleviate the anxiety precipitated by the pressure to succeed instantly.

Critics might dismiss this trend as escapism, arguing that these graduates are delaying the inevitable harshness of the real world. However, proponents contend that this period of manual work equips young adults with grit and adaptability. Far from being a flight from responsibility, this agrarian interlude serves as a crucible where resilience is forged and soft skills are honed in a way that air-conditioned offices cannot replicate. Learning to collaborate with diverse groups of people under physically demanding conditions instills a level of emotional intelligence that is highly prized by recruiters.

As the corporate landscape shifts, employers are beginning to view these unconventional resumes with greater appreciation. They recognize that a candidate who has navigated the rigors of a harvest season or managed a community project is likely to possess a robust work ethic and a grounded perspective. Ultimately, it is not about abandoning ambition; it is about recalibrating one’s internal compass to enter the professional arena with renewed vigor and a clearer sense of purpose.

(Adapted from The Atlantic)

Question 31. Where in the passage does the following sentence best fit?

Unlike the mental drain of academic study, this physical exertion produces a satisfying, immediate sense of completion.

A. [I]                                B. [II]                        C. [III]                                D. [IV]