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(A) Conversely
(B) Likewise
(C) Meanwhile
(D) Additionally

30 (A) against (B) for (C) into (D) with

31 What is the main topic of the passage? (A) The history of social media(B) The influence of short-video platforms on information consumption(C) The development of artificial intelligence(D) The advantages of traditional newspapers

32 According to the passage, why do many people watch short videos? (A) They can be watched conveniently. (B) They are more accurate than books.(C) They are required in schools. (D) They can be free from advertisements.

33 What is one benefit of short videos mentioned in the passage? (A) They eliminate misinformation.(B) They replace classroom instruction.(C) They help account for complicated issues simply.(D) They encourage longer attention spans.

34 What concern do critics have about short-video platforms? (A) They are too expensive.(B) They discourage technology use.(C) They provide excessive academic information.(D) They may cause short attention spans.

35 Which of the following best reflects the author's view? (A) People should avoid short-video platforms completely.(B) Short videos are always harmful to society.(C) Traditional media should replace online media.(D) People should watch short videos critically and responsibly.

36 What is the main idea of the passage? (A) The early internet became less chaotic because users preferred corporate platforms.(B) Artists and musicians should avoid adapting their work to digital interfaces.(C) Subscription models are the main reason users encounter diverse online content.(D) Recommender systems can limit cultural discovery, so platforms should reintroduce unexpected content.

37 According to the passage, how do modern online platforms differ from earlier forms of browsing? (A) They use ranking systems that make some content easier to encounter.(B) They allow users to build chaotic profiles with personal music and animations.(C) They require users to walk through unfamiliar genres before choosing media.(D) They mainly preserve obscure websites and amateur materials from the early internet.

38 Why might recommender algorithms contribute to cultural homogenization? (A) They encourage users to leave major platforms and return to physical record stores.(B) They make artists less dependent on audience reactions when producing new work.(C) They reward predictable engagement, so creators adapt to platform preferences.(D) They prevent mainstream content from reaching users who already have fixed tastes.

39 What does the word serendipity most likely mean in the passage? (A) The accurate prediction of user preferences.(B) The unexpected discovery of something interesting.(C) The organization of content according to popularity.(D) The repetition of familiar opinions and habits.

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