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Woman: I find the string theory fascinating.

Man: I find it difficult to get my mind around all these dimensions. There is a new theory out that seems to be a lot easier to understand.

Woman: By that surfer guy? You would expect that from him, wouldn't you?

Man: What do you mean?

Woman: That's somebody without a decent job, surfing all the time, and then suddenly he comes up with the perfect theory to explain the universe? Give me a break!

Man: He does have a PhD in Physics.

Woman: From the University of Bondi Beach?

Man: What's wrong with you? Just because somebody doesn't work at MIT doesn't mean they're wrong.

Woman: It certainly helps if you want to get taken seriously. That's where I'm going to work.

Man: With your grades, that's wishful thinking!

Woman: Is it my fault if Dr Somwan doesn't agree with my thesis proposal? How can they let an old fossil like him still teach here? That's hindering progress.

Man: Just so you know; he actually used to work at MIT.

1. What word best describes the woman?

a. biased                          b. original

c. creative                        d. far-sighted

2. Why does the woman refuse to accept the new theory?

a. She doesn't like surfing.

b. There are too many strings in it.

c. She can't understand dimensions.

d. The inventor doesn't have a respectable job.

3. What subject does the woman study?

a. Physics.                       b. Medicine.

c. Social Science.            d. Physical Education.

4. What does the man mean by "wishful thinking"?

a. He respects her decision.

b. Everybody has this dream.

c. He admires the woman's dream.

d. He doesn't believe she will be successful.

Answers   1. a, 2. d, 3. a, 4. d

By Mr Test