9. Guttenberg’s invention of the printing press contributed greatly to the ________ of knowledge during the Renaissance.
(A) impression
(B) dissemination
(C) extrapolation
(D) inauguration

5. Unlike creative abilities that involve the exploration of many possibilities, ________ thinking focuses on developing a single, unambiguous solution. (A) differentiated (B) convergent (C) divergent (D) correlative

6. Self-directed learning is crucial in the development of students’ learning ________. (A) automaticity (B) automobility (C) autonomy (D) autocracy

7. The hotel burned to the ground following the disastrous ________. (A) consolidation (B) conciliation (C) concomitancy (D) conflagration

8. The strategy of considering several alternatives until an acceptable but sub-optimal solution is found is often referred to by the portmanteau ________. (A) synergy (B) synchronicity (C) satisficing (D) satisfactory

10. Teachers and students work together to ________ meaning through collaboration and communication. (A) instruct (B) obstruct (C) co-construct (D) destruct

11. Which of the following is the main idea of the article? (A) Technology solves students’ oral proficiency issues. (B) Despite several benefits, there are certain disadvantages to SCMC. (C) Students should practice more before joining online chats. (D) Video and multimedia functions are fundamental for effective online interaction.

12. Which of the following claims is NOT implied by the article? (A) Technology for language learning is increasingly popular. (B) The effectiveness of SCMC activities is impeded by scheduling conflicts. (C) Interpersonal elements are important considerations when designing online activities. (D) Meeting face-to-face is more effective than meeting online.

13. Based on the context, which of the following is the best explanation of the term “asynchronous.” (A) Not simultaneous (B) Not offline (C) Not online (D) Not interactive

14. Which statement would best serve as a concluding sentence for this article? (A) Technology is a valuable asset, which could replace authentic communication in the future. (B) Integrating asynchronous functions may help to resolve issues with SCMC. (C) Visuals, personal contact, and preparation are fundamental elements of language learning. (D) Oral proficiency is a valuable skill for the 21st century and must be our top priority.

15. What is the most likely source of this article? (A) A textbook on educational technology (B) A teacher’s blog (C) A Master’s thesis (D) A government policy paper