Part 2. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

Question 26: What is the main idea of the passage?

A. The importance of physical independence in achieving personal growth.

B. The balance between independence and interdependence in personal development.

C. The significance of emotional autonomy in pursuing individual goals.

D. The social nature of human beings and their reliance on others for validation.

Question 27: According to paragraph 1, independence includes ___________.
A. mental and physical autonomy B. ethical and mental autonomy
C. emotional and physical autonomy D. emotional and ethical autonomy
Question 28: The word "empower" in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to ___________.
A. disable B. authorize C. disdain D. encourage
Question 29: The word "it" in paragraph 2 refers to ___________.
A. support B. emotional independence
C. independence D. physical independence
Question 30: Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?
A. Independence involves both physical and emotional autonomy.
B. Independence allows individuals to make their own choices and take control of their lives.
C. Emotional independence is solely based on not depending on others for support.
D. Interdependence with others is important for our growth and well-being.