IN IDUCATION PURPOSI AND INIIACI One impovtant question in education is about the role of exams and What purpose they serve Exams are marnh used to check it students are qualified. However, they can also help track for example, feedback from exams can help students remember information better I som results can decemme whether students gain access to certain high schools or universities for some, a low score may feet like a dead end, while for others, it can motival them to try harder Individual reactions to stress and anxiety, along with the type of evant,play a big role in how students respond to assessments (1) The methol of evamination and the types of questions asked can significantly influence how and when students study. (11) Official evams vary depending on the educational policies of different countries and regions. These policies not only allect how teachers teach but also how students learn (111) If an exam mainly tests Inctual knowledge, students will likely focus on memorizing details In contrast assessments that require skills like analy vis or interpretation encourage students to Jevelop-critical thinking abilities [IV]I'ven when assessments are fact-based, students can still learn important skills but they may to achieve better scores. Evams can also create stress for students, which can negatively affect learning and memory. Stress is common in educational settings, impacting both students and teachers Research shows that both help and hinder processes, depending on the situation and the student's like and temper ment In conclusion, while exams are crucial for assessing educational effectiveness and student qualifications. they also shape hou students approach learning and what they learn The stress associated with exams can impact the learning provess Therefore, it is important for educators and to rethink the design of exams and consider their effects on students, aiming to create better learning environment!, that support both knowledge and skills development. Question 31: Which of the following best summarizes Paragraph 1? A. Evams check monitor progress, and allect student motivation and school access B. Exams serve only to measure and create stress for students. C. The main purpose of exams is to provide feedback that improves memory. D. Exam results are for determining school admissions but not student progress. Question 32: Which of the following is NOT a purpose of exams mentions d in the passage? B. Tracking student progress A. Measuring teachers ellectiveness C. Motivating students to study harder D Determining access to higher education Question 33: Where is paragraph 2 does the following sentence best tit? "Exams often drive the curriculum, shaping not only what students learn but also how they prioritize their studies." A. [1] Question 34: The word in paragraph 2 could be best replaced by __ A. noticeably C. [III] C. minimally Question 35: Which of the following statements is NOT TRUE according to the passage? A. Stress related to exams always has a negative impact on students' learning. B. Exam feedback can help improve memory retention. C. Exam scores may determine educational opportunities for students. D. Different exam types can influence how and what they focus on. D. consistently Question 36: Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 3? A. Stress can improve memory in some situations but harm it in others. B. Memory processes are always affected negatively by stress regardless of circumstances. C. Students' ages and feelings always determine how stress impacts their memory. D. Research indicates that stress has no effect on memory or learning. Question 3): The word "crucial" in paragraph 4 is OPPOSITE in meaning to __ mnecessary B. essential C. important D. beneficial uestion 38: The word "they" in paragraph 4 refers to __ A. exams B. teachers C. students D. educational policies uestion 30: Which of the following can be inferred from the passage? A. Exams that emphasize critical thinking are more beneficial for long-term learning. B. Stress is only a negative factor in educational settings. C. Students always need exams to feel motivated money fuc D. Memorization is the main focus of all exams worldwide. stion 40: Which of the following best summarizes the passage? A. Exams serve many purposes, affecting learning methods and stress in students' lives. B. Exams are necessary to track academic progress and help students manage stress effectively. C. High-stakes exams are the primary reason students prioritize memorization over critical thinking. D. Educational policies worldwide should focus on removing exams to reduce stress among students. __ HÉT __ B. [II] B. slightly D. [IV]