12. Rather than forcing students to simply memorize facts for an exam, the primary objective of education should be to ______ a lifelong passion for critical thinking and inquiry. (A) repudiate (B) inculcate (C) obviate (D) procrastinate

20. The government recently launched a program to reduce educational ______ between urban and rural areas. (A) equality (B) stability (C) disparity (D) prosperity II. Reading Comprehension (21~24) Many readers assume that Shakespeare invented all of his stories, but this is not entirely true. In fact, he borrowed plots from a variety of sources, including history books, legends, myths, and earlier literary works. However, his genius (21) creating completely original plots but in transforming familiar stories into complex dramas filled with memorable characters and powerful language. For example, Romeo and Juliet was based on an Italian tale that existed long before Shakespeare adapted it. Similarly, Hamlet drew inspiration from Scandinavian legends. Shakespeare frequently reshaped these stories, (22) psychological depth and emotional complexity that made them timeless. This practice was common during the Renaissance. Writers often adapted existing materials rather than creating entirely new narratives. (23) was his ability to enrich these sources and make them (24) audiences of his time. As a result, his plays continue to be studied and performed more than four centuries after his death.

12. Rather than forcing students to simply memorize facts for an exam, the primary objective of education should be to ______
a lifelong passion for critical thinking and inquiry.

(A) repudiate
(B) inculcate
(C) obviate
(D) procrastinate

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