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For the questions 11–15, choose the best word For the questions 16–20, choose the best word
or expression to fill the spaces in the passage. or expression to fill the spaces in the passage.

In many low-income countries where people work Reading manga and watching anime have
every day to survive, it is unlikely to think that lately become popular forms of entertainment,
the concept of leisure time is a (11)‑‑‑‑ for them. particularly among young adults. Manga, Japanese
Some activities like fishing and handicrafts are comics, offer a unique way to tell stories (16)‑‑‑‑ a
considered recreational in many high-income combination of images and text. They (17)‑‑‑‑ in
countries, (12)‑‑‑‑ they are regarded as means of a wide range of genres, from romance to science
livelihood in low-income countries. Additionally, fiction, and generally offer deep character
in most communities, the types of recreation, development and complex plotlines. Anime, (18)‑‑‑‑
sports, and leisure activities people participate is Japanese animated TV shows or films, and
in can vary significantly considering their age, they often adapt popular manga into an animated
gender, local context, (13)‑‑‑‑ socio-economic format. They are known for their stunning visuals
status. For instance, children in low-income and (19)‑‑‑‑ storylines that can capture viewers’
communities tend to play games (14)‑‑‑‑ natural imaginations for hours. In addition, they often
materials, such as sticks and stones, or using provide a window into Japanese culture and
discarded manufactured items like tyres and society, from the way characters dress and act to
rope. Furthermore, leisure activities in these the food they eat. Indeed, (20)‑‑‑‑ the popularity of
communities mostly revolve (15)‑‑‑‑ cultural manga and anime, a booming industry with millions
activities, including traditional dances, storytelling, of fans worldwide has emerged, making them an
and religious festivals and events, which entirely indispensable part of global popular culture.
determine the main miles of recreation.
16.
11. A) beyond B) towards
A) liability B) weakness
C) without D) through
C) benefit D) function
E) above
E) priority
17.

12. A) can be found
A) once B) as long as B) would have been found

C) inasmuch as D) whereas C) must be found
E) provided that D) could have been found
E) will have been found
13.
A) with regard to B) in terms of 18.
C) for all D) as well as A) notwithstanding B) as a consequence

E) owing to C) in other words D) on the other hand
E) for example
14.
A) use B) using 19.
C) to use D) having used A) touching B) captivating
E) being used C) appalling D) convincing

E) startling
15.
A) in B) over 20.
C) around D) from A) besides B) instead of
E) off C) despite D) as regards
E) due to
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