Mein Zuhause, meine Familie: Lerne Englisch mit interaktiven Übungen

Question 1

Which word in the sentence indicates where the vase is located? 'The vase is placed on the dresser.'

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on

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in

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at

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over

Question 2

Which of these is NOT a common type of house in the UK?

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Yurt

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Semi-detached house

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Bungalow

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Apartment

Question 3

Which of these is NOT a type of family home we learned about in our unit on homes?

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Warehouse

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Apartment

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Townhouse

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Cottage

Question 4

Which adjectives does the author use to describe his house in the text?

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spacious, cozy, and bright

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small, dark, and cold

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old, rickety, and drafty

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modern, sleek, and stylish

Question 5

Which type of housing is relatively uncommon in Britain?

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Skyscraper

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Terraced house

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Flat

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Detached house

Question 6

Which of these is an area outside a house, not a room inside?

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Garden

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Kitchen

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Bathroom

Question 7

Which of these is NOT a place where people live?

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Office building

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House

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Flat

Question 8

Which room in a house is usually used to keep food?

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Pantry

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Living room

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Garage

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Bathroom

Question 9

Which word is NOT a preposition of place?

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of

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in

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on

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under

Question 10

Which German word means "living room"?

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Wohnzimmer

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Schlafzimmer

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Küche

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Bad

Question 11

Which item is least likely to be found in a kitchen?

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Washing machine

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Stove

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Kitchen sink

Question 12

Which of these is NOT a permanent place to live?

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Tent

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Apartment

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Cottage

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Villa

Question 13

Where is the refrigerator typically located in a house?

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Kitchen

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Bathroom

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Living room

Question 14

Welche Aufgabe wird Kindern im Haushalt am seltensten übertragen?

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Hypothekenzahlung mit der Bank verhandeln

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Beim Tischdecken helfen

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Haustiere füttern

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Müll rausbringen

Question 15

Which of these is NOT a common family value?

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Selfishness

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Honesty

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Respect

Question 16

Which household task is usually NOT given to children?

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Fixing a broken appliance

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Tidying up their room

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Helping with the dishes

Question 17

Which type of housing is commonly found in rural areas?

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Cottage

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Apartment building

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Townhouse

Question 18

What piece of furniture is made for sleeping and is usually found in a bedroom?

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Bed

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Dining table

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Armchair

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Refrigerator

Question 19

Which type of home typically provides the highest level of privacy but requires the most upkeep?

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Single-family home

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Apartment

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Row house

Question 20

Which home design feature is most likely to foster interaction and strengthen family bonds?

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An open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area

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Separate living areas and dining spaces

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A formal dining room with limited access

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A private study or library

Question 21

How has the idea of what makes an ideal home changed over time? Think about how society, technology, and the environment have played a role.

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Changing values and norms in society have led to different preferences for how homes are built and how people live in them.

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Advances in technology have brought new features and comforts to homes, changing what people think of as an ideal home.

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Growing awareness of the environment has made people want homes that are more sustainable and have less impact on the planet.

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None of the above factors have had any influence on how the idea of an ideal home has changed.

Question 22

How does a home's design reflect the personality and interests of its occupants?

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Furniture and decor choices show the owner's style.

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Home size and layout depend on family size.

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Design is mainly influenced by location and surroundings.

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Color schemes follow current trends.

Question 23

Sarah, an exchange student from Germany, is staying with a host family in the US. Which action would help Sarah make her new living space feel more like home?

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Bring familiar items from her home in Germany.

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Rearrange the furniture in her host family's house.

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Insist on cooking only traditional German meals.

Question 24

Where do you usually keep your shoes at home?

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In a shoe cabinet

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On a bookshelf

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In the refrigerator

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Under the kitchen sink

Question 25

Which room in a house typically has both a television and a couch?

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Living room

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Kitchen

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Bathroom

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Bedroom

Question 26

Which of these is a temporary type of housing?

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Tent

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Apartment

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House

Question 27

Welches Möbelstück findet man neben Betten oft in einem Schlafzimmer?

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Nachttisch

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Sofa

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Schreibtisch

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Esstisch

Question 28

Which of these is NOT a room inside a house?

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Garage

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Dining room

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Bathroom

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Study room

Question 29

Which living room furniture is primarily used for sitting and relaxing?

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Sofa

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Bed

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Wardrobe

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Desk

Question 30

Which room in the house is used for cooking?

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Kitchen

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Living room

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Bedroom

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Bathroom

Question 31

Which type of house is typically built in a row, has a rectangular shape, and has shared walls with neighboring houses on both sides?

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Terraced house

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Semi-detached house

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Cottage

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Apartment

Question 32

In a typical house, which room is primarily used for sleeping and storing clothes?

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Bedroom

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Kitchen

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Living room

Question 33

In a family with two parents and two children, which task is usually NOT given to the children as a regular household chore?

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Mowing the lawn

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Tidying up their toys and belongings

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Setting the table before meals

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Feeding the family pet

Question 34

Which of these is NOT a type of home?

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Car

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Apartment

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Villa

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Cottage

Question 35

Which of these is NOT a common type of home for a family?

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Palace

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Apartment

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House

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Townhouse

Question 36

Which household chore is often assigned to children to keep their clothes clean and organized?

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Doing laundry

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Cooking dinner

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Mowing the lawn

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Fixing broken appliances

Question 37

Which household task is often given to children as part of their responsibilities at home?

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Mowing the lawn

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Washing the car

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Cooking meals for the family

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Repairing household appliances

Question 38

Wo steht in einem typischen Wohnzimmer der Couchtisch in der Regel im Verhältnis zum Sofa?

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Neben dem Sofa.

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Hinter dem Sofa.

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Auf dem Sofa.

Question 39

Wo werden in einem Haus Fahrzeuge aufbewahrt?

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Garage

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Küche

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Schlafzimmer

Question 40

What is a valuable lesson that can be learned from living in a traditional extended family setting?

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The value of sharing and working together

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The importance of being independent

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The need for privacy and personal space

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The benefits of living in a nuclear family

Question 41

Which of these is not a type of place to live?

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Bus

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Apartment

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Cottage

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Villa

Question 42

Which type of housing offers the most space, privacy, and affordability? Consider the advantages and disadvantages of apartments, houses, and townhouses.

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Houses typically provide more space than apartments and townhouses.

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Townhouses offer a good balance between the privacy of a house and the affordability of an apartment.

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Apartments offer more privacy than houses and townhouses.

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The cost of housing is not a significant factor when choosing between different types of homes.

Question 43

When thinking about buying a new home, what factors are most important to consider to make a smart choice?

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Location, size, cost, and your own needs and wants

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Cost and location only

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Personal preferences and size

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Location and cost only

Question 44

When owning a home, what ethical responsibilities should homeowners consider?

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Respecting neighbors and maintaining the property

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Ignoring the environmental impact of the home

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Homeownership only affects the homeowner

Question 45

How do changing family needs and goals impact the design and renovation of their homes?

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Families actively participate in designing and renovating their homes to meet their current and future needs.

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Families' needs and goals rarely change, so their homes' designs usually stay the same.

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Designers and renovators focus primarily on making homes look nice, often ignoring families' practical needs.

Question 46

How do sustainable homes help families reduce their environmental impact?

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By using less energy and lowering utility costs.

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By making it easier to get around without a car.

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By providing access to local and organic food.

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By encouraging families to spend more time outside.

Question 47

How can the design and atmosphere of our homes affect our well-being?

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Option 1: It makes us feel relaxed, less stressed, and more secure.

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It doesn't have much impact on our emotions or mood.

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It doesn't have much impact on our emotions or mood.

Question 48

How have changing societal norms and values influenced the evolution of family structures and relationships?

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Societal norms and values have significantly shaped family structures and dynamics.

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Family structures have remained unchanged despite societal shifts and evolving values.

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Evolving values have weakened the significance of family connections.

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Societal changes have had minimal impact on family dynamics.

Question 49

How does the layout and design of a home affect family relationships?

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It can encourage closeness and communication.

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It can cause isolation and conflict.

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It has no effect.

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It has no impact on privacy.

Question 50

What is the opposite of 'inside'?

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Outside

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Upstairs

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Downstairs

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Behind

Question 51

How can sustainable design features be used in a home to reduce its environmental impact?

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Incorporating renewable energy sources like solar panels and geothermal heating.

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Using energy-efficient appliances and lighting systems.

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Choosing sustainable building materials like bamboo and recycled wood.

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Designing a large garden with a variety of plants.

Question 52

Translate 'my parents' bedroom' into English.

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The parents' bedroom

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The bedroom of my parents

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The bedroom of the parents

Question 53

Which sentence employs the correct verb tense to describe past events?

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My family lived in this house for 10 years.

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My family have lived in this house for 10 years.

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My family will live in this house for 10 years.

Question 54

Which option is the most polite way to inquire about someone's family?

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How is your family doing?

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What's your family like?

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Who do you live with?

Question 55

What does the idiom 'to be home alone' imply?

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To feel lonely and isolated

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To have a party without your parents

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To live by yourself

Question 56

Which option best describes a small apartment?

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Cramped and inconvenient

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Spacious and comfortable

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Cozy and convenient

Question 57

How do architects and interior designers collaborate to meet the specific needs of families in home design?

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Architects and interior designers work together to understand family needs and create livable spaces.

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Architects create the home's structure, while interior designers focus on decoration.

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Architects and interior designers work independently, with limited communication.

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Architects are solely responsible for all aspects of home design.

Question 58

How does technology affect relationships in a family?

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Technology can have both good and bad impacts on families.

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Technology always has a bad impact on families.

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Technology has no impact on families.

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Technology always has a good impact on families.

Question 59

In the excerpt, what literary device does the author use to convey the emotional distance between the siblings?

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Metaphor: The author uses 'chasm' to symbolize the emotional separation.

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Simile: The author compares the sibling relationship to a physical object.

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Personification: The author gives human qualities to the sibling relationship.

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Hyperbole: The author exaggerates the emotional distance between the siblings.

Question 60

What is a crucial ethical concern for homeowners?

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Preserving and protecting the environment

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Increasing property value through renovations

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Selling the property for profit

Question 61

Which of these is NOT a common way that families modify their homes to accommodate the needs of elderly members?

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Removing all furniture

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Installing ramps

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Converting bathtubs to showers

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Widening doorways

Question 62

How do cultural and societal norms affect family values and beliefs?

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They indirectly shape family values and beliefs.

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They have no effect on family values and beliefs.

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They completely determine family values and beliefs.

Question 63

How have family structures and roles evolved over time?

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Family structures and roles have adjusted to meet societal needs.

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Family structures have remained largely unchanged.

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Women's roles within families have remained constant.

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Traditional family values are no longer applicable.

Question 64

Translate the following sentence into German: "The door to the kitchen"

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die Tür zur Küche

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die Tür in die Küche

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die Tür von der Küche

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die Tür vor der Küche