ЗНО / НМТ. Use of English + Grammar #3

Chinese Gardens

Chinese gardens are more than         [just, still, already, yet]beautiful spaces—they are a form of art. These gardens aim to create a miniature         [verse, version, versus, verso] of the natural world, blending rocks, water, plants, and architecture into a harmonious             [ground, occasion, orientation, landscape]. Each element has symbolic meaning. For example, rocks           [research, show, manage, represent] mountains, and water symbolizes life and energy.         [Ways, Paths, Streets, Roads] in Chinese gardens often twist and turn,        [doing, done, made, making] visitors feel like they are exploring nature. Famous examples             [attract, report, include, investigate] the Summer Palace in Beijing and the Lingering Garden in Suzhou. These gardens are perfect         [due, for, from, because] quiet reflection and are designed to inspire peace and balance.

A Funny Invention

Have you ever struggled to fall asleep with headphones on? The Sound Asleep pillow        [might, can't, must, had to] be your solution. This clever invention has a small speaker          [stood, remained, hidden, left] inside, so you can listen to music, audiobooks, or even        [golden, pink, white, grey] noise while lying in bed. It’s perfect for people who love to relax with sound but hate tangled wires. The volume is low         [as well, too, all, enough] that it won’t disturb your partner, and you can connect it to any device with a standard headphone jack.           [Therefore, Moreover, However, Despite], be careful not to play anything too exciting—one man accidentally stayed up all night listening to a mystery podcast!

A Unique Aboriginal Art Style

Dot painting is one of the most         [virtual, clear, famous, old] styles of Aboriginal art. It began in the 1970s when Aboriginal artists started          [mixing, creating, using, drying]acrylic paints and canvas. This style quickly became a             [hardship, performance, event, symbol]of their culture and is now recognized around the world.

Dot painting is more than just a            [collection, gathering, picking, filling] of colourful dots.      [All, Each, None, Some] dot has a meaning, and together they create            [meanings, steps, patterns, motivation] and tell stories. The stories are often about the Dreamtime, which explains the           [increase, advantage, end, creation] of the world and the connection between people, animals, and nature.

Artists use natural colours like red, yellow, brown, white, and black, which come      [for, out, in, from] the earth. These colours make the paintings feel connected to the land. The dots are made using small sticks, brushes, or even fingers. Each dot is carefully        [thrown, woven, placed, struck] to form shapes and patterns.

This art form is also a way to protect secret meanings. Some Aboriginal stories are            [sacred, initial, directed, unromantic] and can only be understood by certain people. By using dots, the full story is           [open, hidden, written, announced], and only the symbols can be seen by outsiders.

Today, dot painting is not only used in traditional art but also in modern designs. You can see it on clothing, accessories, and even in public art projects. This style has helped Aboriginal culture         [gain, require, play, operate] recognition and respect across the globe.