Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 31 to 35.

THE FIRST WOMAN SCIENTIST

          Hypatia was born in Alexandria, in Egypt, in 370 A.D. For many centuries, she was the only woman scientist to have a place in the history books. Hypatia's father was director of Alexandria University, and he (31)________ sure his daughter had the best education available. This was unusual, as most women then had few (32)________ to study. After studying in Athens and Rome, Hypatia returned to Alexandria where she began teaching mathematics. She soon became famous (33) ________her knowledge of new ideas. We have no copies of her book, but we know that she wrote several important mathematical works. Hypatia was also interested in technology and invented several scientific tools to help with her work. At the (34) ________, many rulers were afraid of science, and anyone connected with it was in danger. One day in March 415, Hypatia

(35) ________ attacked in the street and killed.

Question 32

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Question 26: The last time when I saw her was three years ago.

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Question 25: Unless the two signatures are identical, the bank won't allow you to withdraw your money.

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Question 12: A quick look would reveal that France has twice ________ computers.

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Question 9: Seldom _______ far enough north to disturb South Pacific shipping lanes.

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Question 24: The Red Cross is an international humanitarian agency dedicated to reducing the sufferings, of wounded soldiers, civilians and prisoners of war.

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Question 22: According to Freud, dreams can be interpreted as the fulfillment of wishes.

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Question 19: My father sometimes _______ the washing up after dinner.