PTE Multiple Choice, Multiple Answer Practice

Fuller devised a type of dance that emphasized the shifting play of lights and colors on the voluminous skirts or draperies she wore, which she kept in constant motion primarily through movements of her arms, sometimes extended with wands concealed under her costumes. She rejected the technical virtuosity of movement in ballet, the most prestigious form of theatrical dance at the time, possibly because her formal dance training was minimal. Although her early theatrical career included stints as an actress, she was not primarily interested in storytelling or expressing emotions through dance. Instead, the drama of her performances stemmed from her striking visual effects.

There is increasing evidence that meteorite impacts have had significant effects on Earth, particularly in the field of biological evolution. Such impacts continue to pose a natural hazard to life on Earth. In the twentieth century, large meteorite objects collided with Earth on two occasions. If an impact is substantial enough, it can disrupt the global environment and cause an ecological catastrophe. The best-documented impact occurred 65 million years ago, at the end of the Cretaceous period. This event is marked by a mass extinction during which as many as half the species on the planet became extinct. Although there are over a dozen mass extinctions in the geological record, the Cretaceous mass extinction has always fascinated paleontologists because it signaled the end of the age of dinosaurs. For tens of millions of years, these magnificent creatures thrived, only to vanish abruptly.

Cognitive psychologists argue that our behavior is shaped by our values, how we interpret situations, and the choices we make. For instance, individuals who believe aggression is necessary and justified, such as during wartime, are more likely to act aggressively. Conversely, those who view a specific war or act of aggression as unjust, or who believe aggression is never justified, are less likely to behave aggressively. One cognitive theory proposes that aggravating or painful events elicit unpleasant feelings, which can lead to aggressive actions—but not automatically. Cognitive factors play a critical role, as people decide whether to act aggressively based on their experiences with aggression and their interpretation of others' motives. Research supports this idea, showing that aggressive individuals often misinterpret others' intentions, assuming harm where none exists.

We require good sleep to restore brain chemicals and provide the rest necessary for the body. According to researchers and medical practitioners, the brain organizes and stores memories during sleep. Lack of proper sleep affects hormonal balance, appetite, daytime functioning, and the immune system. Good sleep is uninterrupted and restful, unlike fitful sleep. During good sleep, muscles relax, and the body rearranges itself once or twice per hour to ensure proper blood circulation. Babies need approximately 16 hours of sleep daily, while children require 9-16 hours. Teenagers need about 9 hours, and adults should get 7-8 hours of sleep. Poor sleep affects concentration, leading to fatigue and inactivity during the day, which negatively impacts overall performance. Additionally, frequent mood swings and irritation disrupt routine life.

The cinema did not become a form of mass consumption until its technology advanced from the initial “peepshow” format to the projection of images on a screen in a darkened theater. In the peepshow format, films were viewed through a small opening in a purpose-built machine. Thomas Edison’s peepshow device, the Kinetoscope, was introduced to the public in 1894. It was designed for Kinetoscope parlors or arcades, which contained only a few individual machines and allowed one customer to view a short, 50-foot film at a time. Early Kinetoscope parlors featured five machines, and for 25 cents (or 5 cents per machine), customers could move from machine to machine to watch five different films or successive rounds of a single prizefight.