Question 36: What is the main idea of the passage?
Answer: D. Work and stress
The passage discusses the concept of "healthy" and "unhealthy" jobs, focusing on the relationship between work, stress, and job satisfaction. It explores how some jobs are more relaxing and fulfilling, while others are highly stressful and can negatively impact one's health and well-being.
Question 37: According to paragraph 2, unhealthy jobs
Answer: A. Cause a lot of stress and worry
The second paragraph explicitly states that "unhealthy" jobs cause a lot of stress and worry. It provides examples like taxi drivers facing traffic and difficult passengers, and firefighters dealing with dangerous situations.
Question 38: According to the passage, all the following jobs are healthy jobs except
Answer: C. Firefighters
The passage mentions florists, personal trainers, professors, and nutritionists as examples of healthy jobs. Firefighters are specifically mentioned in the context of "unhealthy" jobs due to the inherent stress and danger associated with their profession.
Question 39: The word "they" in paragraph 3 refers to
Answer: B. People
In paragraph 3, the sentence "Most people are looking for the perfect job" introduces the concept of people seeking ideal employment. The subsequent use of "they" refers to these individuals and their aspirations for a fulfilling job.
Question 40: It can be inferred from the passage that
Answer: D. The head of a large company often has insufficient free time.
The passage highlights that while high-paying jobs like heading a large company offer financial rewards, they often come with significant stress and time constraints, leaving little room for personal enjoyment and relaxation.