34. When prosecutors evaluate a case, a company’s CSR record
A. comes across as reliable evidence.
B. has an impact on their decision.
C. increases the chance of being penalized.
D. constitutes part of the investigation.
35. Which of the following is true of CSR, according to the last paragraph?
A. The necessary amount of companies’ spending on it is unknown.
B. Companies’ financial capacity for it has been overestimated.
C. Its negative effects on businesses are often overlooked.
D. It has brought much benefit to the banking industry.
36. The New York Times is considering ending its print edition partly due to
A. the increasing online ad sales.
B. the pressure from its investors.
C. the complaints from its readers.
D. the high cost of operation.
37. Peretti suggests that, in face of the present situation, the Times should
A. make strategic adjustments.
B. end the print edition for good.
C. seek new sources of readership.
D. aim for efficient management.
38. It can be inferred from Paragraphs 5 and 6 that a “legacy product”
A. helps restore the glory of former times.
B. is meant for the most loyal customers.
C. will have the cost of printing reduced.
D. expands the popularity of the paper.
39. Peretti believes that, in a changing world,
A. traditional luxuries can stay unaffected.
B. cautiousness facilitates problem-solving.
C. aggressiveness better meets challenges.
D. legacy businesses are becoming outdated.
40. Which of the following would be the best title of the text?
A. Shift to Online Newspapers All at Once
B. Cherish the Newspaper Still in Your Hand
C. Keep Your Newspapers Forever in Fashion
D. Make Your Print Newspaper a Luxury Good
21. The crash of EgyptAir Flight 804 is mentioned to
[A] stress the urgency to strengthen security worldwide.
[B] explain Americans’ tolerance of current security checks.
[C] highlight the necessity of upgrading major U.S. airports.
[D] emphasize the importance of privacy protection.
22. Which of the following contributes to long waits at major airports?
[A] New restrictions on carry-on bags.
[B] The declining efficiency of the TSA.
[C] An increase in the number of travelers.
[D] Frequent unexpected secret checks.
23. The word “expedited” (Para. 5) is closest in meaning to
[A] quieter. [B] faster.
[C] wider. [D] cheaper.
