12.
(A) more
(B) less
(C) rather
(D) very

13. (A) to (B) too (C) when (D) in

14. (A) because (B) for (C) due to (D) in terms of

15. (A) hot (B) cool (C) frozen (D) warm

16. What is the main idea of the passage?(A) Instant noodles are becoming healthier because of new technology.(B) Although instant noodles are unhealthy, they remain popular for several reasons.(C) Plant-based diets will soon replace instant noodles worldwide.(D) Scientists and food companies agree that instant noodles should be avoided.

17. According to the passage, why do scientists believe people want to keep eating instant noodles?(A) They are cheaper than all other foods.(B) They are often recommended by doctors.(C) Their ingredients make people want to eat more.(D) Their taste improves as people eat them more often.

18. What is the main difference between the scientists' and the manufacturers' explanations?(A) Scientists focus on eating habits, while manufacturers focus on the benefits of the product.(B) Scientists believe instant noodles are healthy, while manufacturers disagree.(C) Scientists support plant-based diets, while manufacturers do not.(D) Scientists consider instant noodles inexpensive, while manufacturers consider them expensive.

19. What can be inferred from the last paragraph?(A) Instant noodles are becoming less popular around the world.(B) People no longer believe instant noodles are unhealthy.(C) Busy people usually prefer expensive meals.(D) Most people care more about convenience than perfect nutrition.

20. In the second paragraph, what does the word “addiction” mean?(A) A strong desire that makes people keep eating something.(B) A healthy eating habit developed over many years.(C) A medical treatment for heart disease.(D) A new way to produce instant noodles.

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