IV. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to
indicate the word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks. (1.0 pt)
Mosquitoes are famous all over the world for their itchy bites. They're also known for
spreading some of the world's worst (25) _______. Only female mosquitoes actually bite. They
use their mouths, (26)______look like an upside-down funnel with the narrow end pointing
down, to bite their victim and sip liquid. This liquid could be either blood, human or animal, or
plant juices, depending on the kind of mosquitoes. Humans are actually not the first choice for
most mosquitoes looking (27)_______ a meal. They usually prefer horses, cattle, and birds.
Male mosquitoes feed only on plant juices. Global efforts to stop the spread of mosquitoes are
having little (28) ________, and many scientists think global warming will likely increase their
number and range.
Question 25: A. problems B. diseasesC. issues
C. that
C. in
C. effectivelyD. disasters
D. whom
D. on
D. affect
Question 26: A. who
Question 27: A. into
Question 28: A. effectiveB. which
B. for
B. effect