9 The rapid evolution of robot technology presents significant _______ to our current legal and ethical frameworks.
(A) charities
(B) outlets
(C) challenges
(D) outfits

10 The statue stood in a ______ spot at the center of the park, where all visitors could see it the moment they entered through the main gate. (A) vague (B) distant (C) prominent (D) suspicious 

11 (A) along (B) beside (C) despite (D) opposite

12 (A) flap (B) volume (C) sole (D) void

13 (A) complicating (B) confusing (C) simplifying (D) seducing

14 (A) compile (B) embrace (C) invade (D) retreat

15 (A) fragile trust (B) mental clarity (C) ethical dilemma (D) arrogant attitude 

16 What is this passage mainly about? (A) Discussing different types of narcissistic personalities and how they evolve. (B) Examining why some people are more likely to be attracted to narcissistic partners. (C) Identifying the traits and manipulative behaviors of narcissists in relationships. (D) Understanding how to develop a stronger emotional bond with a narcissistic partner.

17 According to the passage, which of the following is true about people in a relationship with narcissists? (A) They are likely to experience a decline in self-confidence over time. (B) They can change the narcissists’ behavior through patience and understanding. (C) They can maintain a balanced relationship if they manage to set firm boundaries. (D) They are responsible for the narcissists’ behavior and should improve the relationship.

18 What does unwavering sense of entitlement most likely mean in the passage? (A) A weak need for constant admiration. (B) An inability to recognize narcissists’ mistakes. (C) A refusal to acknowledge others’ emotions. (D) A persistent belief that narcissists deserve special treatments.

19 According to the passage, why is “gaslighting” used as a key tactic by narcissists? (A) To create deep, meaningful emotional bonds. (B) To feel empathetic for their partners. (C) To maintain control by making their partners doubt their own reality. (D) To recognize the manipulative nature of the relationship early on.

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