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Passage 1:

The Rise of E-Sports

E-sports, or electronic sports, have exploded in popularity over the past decade. What
started as small gatherings of video game enthusiasts has grown into a global phenomenon with
professional leagues, massive tournaments, and millions of fans. Games like "League of Legends,"
"Fortnite," and "Dota 2" are now household names, with players becoming celebrities in their own
right.

One of the key drivers of e-sports' popularity is the rise of live streaming platforms such as
Twitch and YouTube Gaming. These platforms allow fans to watch their favorite players and
teams compete in real-time, often with live commentary and interactive chat. The accessibility and
engagement offered by these platforms have transformed e-sports into a spectator sport that rivals
traditional sports in terms of viewership and fan engagement.

E-sports also offer lucrative career opportunities. Top players can earn millions in prize
money, sponsorship deals, and streaming revenue. This has led to the emergence of e-sports
academies and training programs, where aspiring players can hone their skills and learn the ins
and outs of the professional gaming world.

Questions for Passage 1

1. What are e-sports?


o A. Traditional sports played electronically
o B. Electronic sports involving video game competitions
o C. Sports played with electronic equipment
o D. None of the above
2. Which games are mentioned as popular in e-sports?
o A. FIFA, Madden NFL, NBA 2K
o B. League of Legends, Fortnite, Dota 2
o C. Call of Duty, Battlefield, Halo
o D. World of Warcraft, Minecraft, Roblox
3. What has significantly contributed to the rise of e-sports' popularity?
o A. TV broadcasts
o B. Print media coverage
o C. Live streaming platforms like Twitch and YouTube Gaming
o D. Radio commentary
4. What can top e-sports players earn?
o A. Only respect from their peers
o B. Trophies and medals
o C. Millions in prize money, sponsorship deals, and streaming revenue
o D. Free video games
5. What have emerged to help aspiring e-sports players?
o A. Traditional sports academies
o B. E-sports academies and training programs
o C. Public schools
o D. Online courses
6. How have live streaming platforms transformed e-sports?
o A. By making it less popular
o B. By making it a spectator sport with real-time engagement
o C. By reducing its global reach
o D. By limiting access to professional players
7. Discuss the impact of live streaming platforms like Twitch and YouTube Gaming on the
popularity and growth of e-sports. How have these platforms changed the way people
engage with video games and e-sports events?

8. Examine the potential career opportunities available in the e-sports industry beyond just
being a professional player. What other roles and professions are emerging as e-sports
continues to grow?

9. Analyze the similarities and differences between e-sports and traditional sports in terms of
training, competition, and fan engagement. How do these aspects influence the perception
and acceptance of e-sports as a legitimate form of sport?
Passage 2: The Mystery of Black Holes

Black holes are one of the most fascinating and mysterious phenomena in the universe. They are
regions in space where the gravitational pull is so strong that nothing, not even light, can escape
from them. This makes black holes invisible, and they can only be detected through their
interaction with nearby matter and the effects of their immense gravity.

The concept of black holes was first predicted by Albert Einstein’s theory of general relativity.
According to this theory, when a massive star runs out of fuel, it can collapse under its own
gravity to a point of infinite density known as a singularity, surrounded by an event horizon
beyond which nothing can return.

Despite their name, black holes are not empty. They can have a significant impact on their
surroundings, such as by pulling in nearby stars and gas, which emit X-rays as they are heated to
extreme temperatures. This is how astronomers can infer the presence of black holes, even
though they can't see them directly.

Questions for Passage 2

1. What are black holes?


o A. Regions in space with no gravity
o B. Regions in space where gravity is so strong that nothing can escape
o C. Holes in space filled with black matter
o D. Invisible stars
2. Who predicted the concept of black holes?
o A. Isaac Newton
o B. Albert Einstein
o C. Stephen Hawking
o D. Galileo Galilei
3. What happens when a massive star runs out of fuel according to Einstein’s theory of
general relativity?
o A. It explodes and disappears
o B. It collapses under its own gravity to form a singularity
o C. It turns into a planet
o D. It becomes a comet
4. How can astronomers detect black holes?
o A. By seeing them directly with telescopes
o B. By observing their interaction with nearby matter and the effects of their
gravity
o C. By feeling their gravitational pull from Earth
o D. By listening to the sound they make
5. What is the event horizon?
o A. The edge of the universe
o B. The point beyond which nothing can return from a black hole
o C. The surface of a star
o D. A place with no gravity
6. How do black holes affect their surroundings?
o A. By emitting light that makes them visible
o B. By pushing away nearby stars and gas
o C. By pulling in nearby stars and gas, which emit X-rays when heated
o D. By creating new stars
7. Explore the significance of Albert Einstein's theory of general relativity in our
understanding of black holes. How did this theory revolutionize the way scientists view
the universe and its phenomena?

8. Investigate the methods astronomers use to detect black holes despite their invisibility.
How do these methods contribute to our knowledge of black holes and their effects on the
surrounding space?

9. Evaluate the potential impact of black hole research on future space exploration and
technology. What advancements or discoveries could arise from a deeper understanding
of black holes?

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