Myanmar Matriculation: English (တက္ကသိုလ်ဝင်တန်း အင်္ဂလိပ်စာ)

In the Grade 12 unit 'Good Manners', which of the following is considered an essential element of dining etiquette when sitting at a shared meal?

• AChewing food with an open mouth while speaking loudly
• BWaiting until everyone is seated and served before beginning to eat
• CReaching directly across another person's plate to grab side dishes
• DLeaving the dining table abruptly without excusing oneself

According to the unit 'Good Manners', how should a considerate person behave in public transportation queues and crowded bus stops?

• APush ahead of waiting passengers to secure a prime seat
• BStand in line patiently and allow elderly passengers to board first
• CBlock entryways with personal luggage to reserve extra space
• DIgnore ticket personnel and step ahead when doors swing open

In the Grade 12 unit 'Diet and Nutrition', which dietary component is essential for digestive health and bowel regularity?

• ADietary fiber
• BSaturated animal fat
• CRefined white sugar
• DArtificial food colorings

In the Grade 12 unit 'Emotional Well-Being', what is an effective coping strategy for managing academic stress?

• AWithdrawing entirely from peer support and family dialogue
• BBalancing study schedules with regular physical activity and adequate sleep
• CRelying on energy drinks to pull consecutive all-night study sessions
• DIgnoring emotional tension until academic examinations conclude

In the Grade 12 unit 'Pollution: A Hazard to Our Environment', what is a primary environmental consequence of large-scale tropical deforestation?

• AStabilization of local groundwater levels
• BAccelerated topsoil erosion and disruption of the water cycle
• CA permanent reduction in atmospheric carbon dioxide levels
• DRapid expansion of native animal habitats and biodiversity

Which argument best explains why the Grade 12 unit 'Renewable Energy' presents a transition from fossil fuels as important for limiting climate change?

• ARenewables deplete subterranean mineral deposits at unsustainable speeds
• BRenewable sources generate electricity with minimal lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions co…
• CRenewable technologies require no initial capital investment or infrastructure
• DFossil fuels will naturally regenerate within a few human generations

An unseen passage says that in 1928 Alexander Fleming noticed mould preventing bacterial growth in a culture dish. Which breakthrough does the passage describe?

• AThe synthesis of artificial insulin for diabetic care
• BThe accidental discovery of the antibiotic substance penicillin from mold
• CThe invention of the compound light microscope
• DThe formulation of the germ theory of disease transmission

An unseen passage describes Mars rovers carrying drills and spectrometers to examine rocks and ancient environments. What primary scientific purpose can be inferred?

• ATo mine industrial quantities of precious metals for immediate transport to Earth
• BTo analyze surface geology, search for past biosignatures, and evaluate atmospheric condi…
• CTo establish commercial tourist accommodations along Martian canyons
• DTo terraform the planetary surface within a single decade

A school notice advises students to protect each online account with a separate credential and a second verification step. Which practice follows that advice?

• AUsing the same memorable four-digit PIN code across all sensitive platforms
• BCreating unique, complex passwords and activating multi-factor authentication
• CClicking unverified links sent by unfamiliar email senders claiming urgent prizes
• DSharing login credentials openly on public web forums for safekeeping

According to the Grade 12 unit 'Artificial Intelligence', how can AI assist medical professionals in diagnostic settings?

• ABy replacing all human doctors and surgeons in operative procedures entirely
• BBy rapidly analyzing complex medical imaging datasets to detect early anomalies
• CBy eliminating the need for sterile hospital environments and sanitary protocols
• DBy guaranteeing that patient treatments never require follow-up evaluations

A passage contrasts a report that verifies events with a column that argues for a policy. What is the defining difference between the two forms?

• AAn objective news report presents verified facts neutrally, whereas an editorial expresse…
• BAn objective news report contains only fictional narratives, whereas an editorial uses st…
• CAn editorial is published without editorial supervision, whereas news stories are complet…
• DThere is no distinction, as all journalistic media outlets publish identical perspectives

An unseen passage says an online platform repeatedly recommends material similar to a user's previous clicks. What danger does the resulting 'filter bubble' pose to public discussion?

• AIt exposes internet users to an overwhelmingly broad range of contradictory international…
• BIt isolates individuals in echo chambers that reinforce preconceived biases and suppress…
• CIt automatically purges all commercial advertisements from digital search engine queries
• DIt slows down computer hardware processing speeds during data transmission

A passage distinguishes physical monuments from living practices passed between generations. Which example is intangible cultural heritage?

• AAn ancient stone temple complex
• BTraditional oral storytelling and indigenous folk music traditions
• CExcavated ceramic pottery vessels from an archaeological site
• DA colonial-era brick clock tower in a city center

An unseen passage describes conservation work on Bagan's historic brick structures. What is a major environmental challenge the conservators must address?

• AMitigating the destructive effects of seismic tremors, thermal expansion, and monsoon wat…
• BPreventing native wildlife from converting all stupas into natural bird sanctuaries
• CFinding paint colors bright enough to cover ancient stucco and mural artwork
• DConstructing modern glass skyscrapers over all ancient foundations

A passage describes students planning a community cleanup together. Which direct benefit for the students is best supported?

• AIt guarantees immediate financial wealth and professional employment contracts
• BIt fosters civic responsibility, teamwork skills, and environmental consciousness
• CIt exempts students from attending regular academic school lessons permanently
• DIt replaces the need for municipal sanitation workers in government service

Students organize patient, supportive peer-tutoring sessions for classmates who lack other help. What personal attribute is most clearly nurtured?

• ACompetitive superiority over weaker classmates
• BEmpathy and compassionate social leadership
• CIndifference toward societal disparities
• DIntolerance of differing academic learning paces

A passage calls someone a 'global citizen' while emphasizing interdependence, diversity, and responsible action. Which definition best matches the passage?

• ASomeone who renounces their local identity to reside exclusively in international airports
• BSomeone who understands the interconnectedness of world communities and takes action agai…
• CSomeone who trades multinational stocks without paying taxes in any nation
• DSomeone who travels abroad solely for luxury tourism without interest in local people

A passage about treaties protecting refugees emphasizes rights that people possess regardless of nationality. What moral principle underpins that protection?

• AThe obligation to safeguard fundamental human dignity and rights irrespective of national…
• BThe desire to exploit displaced labor forces for unregulated economic expansion
• CThe assumption that displaced persons possess no legal claims to basic food and shelter
• DThe requirement that fleeing refugees must purchase citizenship in host nations

A careers passage distinguishes interpersonal abilities from technical, job-specific abilities. Which option is a soft skill?

• AWriting computer code in Python
• BOperating a commercial printing press
• CActive listening and conflict resolution
• DTranslating technical blueprints into electrical wiring

A passage explains that the Eisenhower Matrix sorts work by urgency and importance. How does the matrix help manage a heavy workload?

• ABy delegating every single task to colleagues without personal oversight
• BBy categorizing tasks based on urgency and importance to prioritize effectively
• CBy executing only the easiest assignments while discarding complex responsibilities
• DBy working continuous twenty-four-hour shifts until all tasks are finished

An unseen passage defines sustainable development as meeting present needs while protecting future generations. Which three interdependent pillars support that idea?

• AEconomic prosperity, social inclusion, and environmental protection
• BMilitary power, territorial expansion, and tariff enforcement
• CFossil fuel consumption, industrial manufacturing, and deforestation
• DUrban migration, digital gaming, and consumer advertising

A passage contrasts a 'take-make-dispose' model with a circular economy. What is the fundamental difference?

• AA circular economy advocates burning all manufactured products immediately after purchase
• BA circular economy designs out waste by reusing, refurbishing, and recycling materials in…
• CA linear economy completely eliminates all mineral extraction and agricultural farming
• DA circular economy relies exclusively on non-recyclable single-use plastics

In the unit 'Intercultural Communication', what must communicators remember regarding non-verbal gestures across diverse cultures?

• AGestures like thumbs-up and eye contact have identical symbolic meanings worldwide
• BNon-verbal signals vary widely across cultures and can convey unintended meanings if misi…
• CNon-verbal cues account for zero percent of communicative meaning in conversation
• DPhysical greetings never differ between Eastern and Western cultures

In 'Intercultural Communication', how does 'cultural relativism' help reduce prejudice during international collaboration?

• AIt evaluates foreign traditions solely by the standards and biases of one's own native cu…
• BIt seeks to understand customs and beliefs within their own historical and cultural conte…
• CIt forces all participants to adopt one dominant language and abandon their heritage
• DIt assumes that one's own culture is inherently superior in every moral dimension

Read the following excerpt from an expository essay: 'While technological automation enhances industrial output, human oversight remains irreplaceable in ethical decision-making.' What is the author's primary communicative purpose?

• ATo demand the total prohibition of automated industrial machinery
• BTo present a balanced argument recognizing the benefits of technology while emphasizing t…
• CTo celebrate the complete obsolescence of human workers across all economic sectors
• DTo explain the mechanical circuitry of assembly line robots

Choose the phrasal verb that best completes the sentence: 'The local municipal council hopes the new green energy policy will ___ significant environmental benefits.'

• Abring about
• Blook down upon
• Crun out of
• Dgive up on

Select the correct phrasal verb: 'The school principal promised to ___ the student council's complaints regarding cafeteria hygiene.'

• Alook into
• Bbreak off
• Cfall through
• Dtake after

Choose the phrasal verb meaning 'to postpone': 'Because of the torrential monsoon downpour, the committee decided to ___ the sports tournament until next weekend.'

• Aput off
• Bcall for
• Cmake up
• Dcarry on

Which phrasal verb means 'to execute or perform': 'The laboratory research team will ___ a series of clinical trials before publishing their findings.'

• Acarry out
• Bstand by
• Cgive away
• Dturn down

Which prefix can be added to the word 'reparable' to form an antonym meaning 'impossible to rectify or repair'?

• Air-
• Bun-
• Cdis-
• Dmis-

What is the correct abstract noun formed by adding a suffix to the verb 'persevere'?

• Aperseverance
• Bperseverement
• Cperseverity
• Dperseveration

Read the sentence: 'Despite severe economic downturns, the cooperative proved remarkably resilient and adapted quickly.' What is the closest meaning of 'resilient'?

• AFragile and prone to immediate collapse
• BAble to recover rapidly from difficult conditions
• CCompletely resistant to any technological innovation
• DUnwilling to listen to advice from external consultants

In the sentence: 'The archaeologist paid meticulous attention to every layer of sediment in the excavation pit,' the word 'meticulous' means:

• AHasty and careless
• BExtremely careful and precise with details
• CAggressive and impatient
• DBored and uninterested

Select the verb that forms a standard academic collocation with 'consensus': 'After several rounds of negotiation, the delegates finally managed to ___ a consensus.'

• Areach
• Bcatch
• Cdo
• Dlay

Choose the adjective that naturally collocates with 'rain' when describing extreme weather: 'The match was canceled due to torrential ___.'

• Arain
• Bwind
• Cthunder
• Dsunshine

What is the closest synonym for the word 'ubiquitous' in the context: 'Smartphones have become ubiquitous across modern urban society'?

• ARare and treasured
• BFound everywhere and omnipresent
• CObsolete and discarded
• DExpensive and unaffordable

Which word is the most accurate antonym for 'adversary'?

• ACompetitor
• BRival
• CAlly
• DOpponent

What does the idiom 'burn the midnight oil' mean in the sentence: 'With final exams approaching, Min Min had to burn the midnight oil'?

• AWaste household fuel through careless electrical heating
• BStudy or work late into the night
• CCook a traditional midnight snack on an oil stove
• DCause an accidental kitchen fire through negligence

What does the idiom 'see eye to eye' mean in the sentence: 'Although they are close friends, the two partners rarely see eye to eye on financial investments'?

• AWear prescription spectacles of the same magnification
• BAgree fully with each other
• CGaze into each other's eyes in silence
• DCompete in an intense staring contest

In formal academic discourse, what does the adjective 'unprecedented' signify when describing a scientific discovery?

• ARepeated routinely every single calendar year
• BNever done, experienced, or known before in history
• CConsidered dangerous and banned by legal authorities
• DProved false and discredited by peer review

Choose the correct verb tense: 'By the time the express train finally arrived at the station, we ___ on the cold platform for more than an hour.'

• Ahad been waiting
• Bare waiting
• Cwill wait
• Dhave waited

Select the correct future perfect form: 'By December of next year, Daw Thida ___ English literature at the institute for exactly twenty-five years.'

• Awill have taught
• Bhas taught
• Cis teaching
• Dtaught

Convert the active sentence to the passive voice: 'The senior supervisory committee should review the revised project proposal.'

• AThe revised project proposal should be reviewed by the senior supervisory committee.
• BThe revised project proposal should have reviewed the senior supervisory committee.
• CThe senior supervisory committee was reviewed by the revised project proposal.
• DThe revised project proposal should been reviewed by the senior supervisory committee.

Choose the correct passive reporting construction: 'Historians believe that the ancient royal palace stood on this exact hill.' -> 'The ancient royal palace ___ on this exact hill.'

• Ais believed to have stood
• Bis believed to stand
• Cwas believed to standing
• Dbelieves to have stood

Transform the direct quotation into reported speech: '"I met your elder brother yesterday," Kyaw Kyaw said to me.'

• AKyaw Kyaw told me that he had met my elder brother the previous day.
• BKyaw Kyaw told me that he has met my elder brother yesterday.
• CKyaw Kyaw said me that he met my elder brother the previous day.
• DKyaw Kyaw told to me that he had met my elder brother tomorrow.

Select the correct indirect question: '"Where did you purchase this English dictionary?" the teacher asked Ko Ko.'

• AThe teacher asked Ko Ko where he had purchased that English dictionary.
• BThe teacher asked Ko Ko where did he purchase that English dictionary.
• CThe teacher asked Ko Ko where had he purchased that English dictionary.
• DThe teacher asked to Ko Ko where he purchased this English dictionary.

Convert the imperative into reported speech: '"Please do not touch the delicate museum displays," the tour guide said to the visitors.'

• AThe tour guide asked the visitors not to touch the delicate museum displays.
• BThe tour guide told the visitors to not touch no delicate museum displays.
• CThe tour guide ordered the visitors that they do not touch the delicate museum displays.
• DThe tour guide said the visitors not touching the delicate museum displays.