THOMAS EDISON: THE WIZARD OF MENLO PARK
Read the following leaflet and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 14 to 19.
THOMAS EDISON: THE WIZARD OF MENLO PARK
Thomas Edison was a pioneering inventor and businessman who grabbed the headlines for (14) __________ contributions to the development of electric light and power systems. He made significant advancements in technology, earning the title of “The Wizard of Menlo Park.” Edison aimed to light up (15) __________ world with his innovative inventions.
Early Life & Family
Born on February 11, 1847, in Milan, Ohio, Edison was the youngest of seven children. His mother, a former school teacher, educated him at home after he (16) __________ school. After that, (17) __________ his ambitions, he developed a keen interest in science and technology.
Legacy
Edison’s impact on technology and industry is immeasurable. He is often credited with creating the first industrial research laboratory, which (18) __________ how inventions are developed. Today, he is remembered as one of history’s greatest inventors, whose work influences others and (19) __________ the future.
(Adapted from Asian Scientist)
THOMAS EDISON: THE WIZARD OF MENLO PARK
Thomas Edison was a pioneering inventor and businessman who grabbed the headlines for (14) __________ contributions to the development of electric light and power systems. He made significant advancements in technology, earning the title of “The Wizard of Menlo Park.” Edison aimed to light up (15) __________ world with his innovative inventions.
Early Life & Family
Born on February 11, 1847, in Milan, Ohio, Edison was the youngest of seven children. His mother, a former school teacher, educated him at home after he (16) __________ school. After that, (17) __________ his ambitions, he developed a keen interest in science and technology.
Legacy
Edison’s impact on technology and industry is immeasurable. He is often credited with creating the first industrial research laboratory, which (18) __________ how inventions are developed. Today, he is remembered as one of history’s greatest inventors, whose work influences others and (19) __________ the future.
(Adapted from Asian Scientist)
Question 17.
Question 17.
Chọn một phương án bên dưới để kiểm tra đáp án ngay:
Đáp án chính thức: A
Hướng dẫn giải chi tiết
(AI giải đề cho tôi)
Câu 17: 'After that, (17) ___ his ambitions, he developed a keen interest in science and technology.' Cần một cụm giới từ chỉ nguyên nhân: 'because of his ambitions' (vì những tham vọng của mình) hợp ngữ cảnh. 'on behalf of' (thay mặt cho), 'instead of' (thay vì), 'in case of' (trong trường hợp) đều không phù hợp nghĩa. Đáp án A, khớp với đáp án nguồn (câu 17 = A).
Câu 17: 'After that, (17) ___ his ambitions, he developed a keen interest in science and technology.' Cần một cụm giới từ chỉ nguyên nhân: 'because of his ambitions' (vì những tham vọng của mình) hợp ngữ cảnh. 'on behalf of' (thay mặt cho), 'instead of' (thay vì), 'in case of' (trong trường hợp) đều không phù hợp nghĩa. Đáp án A, khớp với đáp án nguồn (câu 17 = A).