Read the following passage about artificial intelligence and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions.

     Goal setting is a crucial process that involves careful consideration of what you want to accomplish and requires persistent effort to make it a reality. Establishing goals gives you a target to strive for and helps to keep you motivated throughout the process. Goals also provide you with a focus and a way to measure your progress and accomplishments.

     In the pursuit of a healthy lifestyle, setting realistic goals is the key to success. However, it is important to be realistic with yourself when setting these goals. If you want to quit smoking, lose a significant amount of weight, or run a marathon, it is unlikely to happen overnight, or even in a few months or a year.

     Not reaching those goals might be discouraging and lead to giving up altogether. To avoid feeling overwhelmed, it is advisable to start small and concentrate on one goal at a time. If you want to lose weight, make small and achievable goals. For example, you can start by working out at least three times a week or adding more vegetables to your meals when you want seconds.

     By keeping a journal or using a tracking app on your phone, you can monitor your progress and ensure that you stay on track. Once these small goals become part of your routine, you can gradually add new ones, such as limiting eating out to twice a week or incorporating weightlifting into your exercise routine. These small goals are easier to achieve and will eventually lead to meeting your main goal.

Question 23. The word accomplish in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to                     .

1. attempt B. continue                               C. achieve                          D. access

Question 24. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a benefit of setting goals?

1. Keeping you motivated throughout the process B. Providing you with a way to measure progress
2. Helping you accomplish goals overnight D. Giving you a target to strive for

Question 25. Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 2?

1. The pursuit of a healthy lifestyle is only possible when achievable goals are set.
2. Establishing attainable goals plays a crucial role in achieving a healthy lifestyle.
3. Setting goals for a healthy lifestyle requires focusing on success above all else.
4. Achieving a healthy lifestyle depends entirely on overcoming unrealistic challenges.

Question 26. The word discouraging in paragraph 3 is OPPOSITE in meaning to          .

1. overwhelming B. independent                         C. concerning                     D. motivating

Question 27. The word ones in paragraph 4 refers to             .

1. small goals B. routines                                C. meals                             D. seconds

Question 28. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

1. Using a tracking app makes sure that you can achieve your goals sooner.
2. Tough goals should be included in your routine to achieve your main goal.
3. It is recommended to begin with small goals and focus on one goal at a time.
4. Adding vegetables to your daily diet can help you lose weight quickly.

Question 29. In which paragraph does the author imply the need for patience?

1. Paragraph 1 B. Paragraph 2                           C. Paragraph 3                    D. Paragraph 4

Question 30. In which paragraph does the writer explore methods to track progress toward goals?

1. Paragraph 1 B. Paragraph 2                           C. Paragraph 3                    D. Paragraph 4