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

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

Steven Spielberg

This great filmmaker, who has won countless records and prizes for his contribution towards best filmmaking has also suffered from several failures in his life. He was not able to get higher examination grades in the schools during the childhood following which he has been suspended three times from the University of Southern California. Following his passion and dedication, he went on creating great movies and finally won three Oscar awards and made a sum total of fifty-one great movies.

He is one of the famous filmmakers who created Jurassic Park. However, he was rejected by the USC School of Theater due to his bad grades. But even after facing these issues, he made some of the best films in the industry, which all loved to see.

Despite his rocky start, Spielberg's resilience and creativity led him to craft some of the industry's most beloved works, captivating audiences worldwide. Notable contributions include classics like E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, Schindler's List, and Saving Private Ryan. Spielberg's commitment to storytelling excellence extends beyond the silver screen; he now serves as a valued member of the USC School's board of directors, contributing to the institution that once rejected him.

His journey is a testament to the transformative power of determination, inspiring aspiring filmmakers to overcome obstacles and leave an indelible mark on the world of cinema. His story proves that when it comes to achieving your dreams, it's important to keep your chin up and never give in to setbacks.

Question 33. Which word is CLOSEST in meaning to "commitment" in the text?

A. dedication                B. rejection                        C. weakness                        D. doubt

Question 34. In paragraph 3, the phrase "the institution" refers to:        

        A. Hollywood                                                B. The film industry        

C. The Academy Awards                                D. The University of Southern California

Question 35. Which of the following best summarises paragraph 1?

A. Spielberg directed Jurassic Park and became wealthy

B. Spielberg always had good grades and many awards

C. Spielberg won Oscars without any challenges

D. Spielberg faced academic struggles but later achieved great success

Question 36. Where in the text does it mention Spielberg serving as a member of the USC board of directors?

A. Paragraph 3        B. Paragraph 4                        C. Paragraph 1                        D. Paragraph 2

Question 37. According to the text, which of the following is TRUE?

A. Spielberg was never rejected by any school        

B. Spielberg only directed one famous movie        

C. Spielberg avoided all failures in his life                

D. Spielberg created Jurassic Park                

Question 38. Where in the text does it mention Spielberg being suspended three times from university?

A. Paragraph 2        B. Paragraph 3                        C. Paragraph 1                        D. Paragraph 4

Question 39. The word "resilience" in the passage is OPPOSITE in meaning to ____________.

A. fortitude                B. vulnerability                C. stamina                        D. persistence

Question 40. Which sentence best paraphrases this: "His journey is a testament to the transformative power of determination"?

A. His career indicates that luck is more powerful than effort

B. His journey shows that films always lead to success

C. His life demonstrates that grades are unimportant

D. His experiences prove how determination can change one's life