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English Form 2 Mastery Practice

Lost In A Good Game: Why We Play Video
Games And What They Can Do for Us
Author: Pete Etchells
Some people say that staring at screens
for extended periods of time, playing a game is
changing the way our brains work and that is a
bad thing that should be avoided. 7. A motorist who sees these signs on a road will
The author agrees with the first but sets out A wait till the flood has subsided.
to argue that the second statement is not true. B probably go down the road slowly.
Instead, he is convinced that video games are a C make a 360 degree turn and stay away until
creative medium that offers opportunities for the road work ends.
exploring what it means to be human.

4. Based on the review, playing video games makes READER SURVEY
A people less creative.
B people lose their sight. Please give us your feedback by replying to our
C people more understanding. reader survey today!
As a token of our appreciation, 50 early bird
respondents will receive either (tick one).
Train Ride • ( ) A hardcover reference with more than
200 ways to save money
Special offer this month for senior citizens • ( ) Compilation of songs of inspiration and
Free ride to any part of the city. joy to bring out creativity and confidence

5. The special offer for train rides
A cuts down on use of vehicles in the city.
B enables senior citizens to be more mobile. 8. The idiomatic expression most applicable here is
C encourages the elderly to make frequent trips A the early bird catches the worm
to the city. B slow and steady wins the race
C race for the moon

PLEASE WAIT TO BE SEATED,
WE WILL ATTEND TO YOU

• When a table is available
• When your number is announced
• While waiting, enjoy the snacks and music

6. The sign above is placed outside an eating place
to emphasise
A first come first served.
B service above self.
C first class service.

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