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b. Read the text below and answer the multiple choice questions by selecting the correct
answer.

My Best Friend
I have a good friend named Aarushi. She is a loyal friend. She is always there even when
I have a lot of problems. Whenever I need to talk, she can sense it and is ready to listen. She
is a great listener. She always pays attention when I talk to her. We often talk about our
dreams, goals, and fears. She is understanding. I can talk about my fears and worries without
being afraid of judgment.
Aarushi is supportive. She supports the decisions I make and never judges me. If I ever
need help, she is willing to help me in any way she can. Moreover, she is reliable. I can
depend on her because she goes out of her way to make sure I am taken care of.
Besides, I admire her because she is adventurous. She loves to take on new challenges
and adventures. She is always up for new experiences. She encourages me to do the same.
I’m a shy person, but I won a public speaking competition last year because she motivated
me to try it. She has a positive impact on me, and I couldn’t ask for a better friend.

1. Who is Aarushi?
a. The writer
b. A shy person
c. A great talker
d. A loyal listener
e. The writer’s friend

2. What do the writer and Aarushi often talk about?
a. Their sense, dream, and goals
b. Their dreams, goals, and fears
c. Their goals, fears, and judgment
d. Their fears, judgment, and sense
e. Their problems, dreams, and sense

3. Which one is NOT Aarushi’s personality trait?
a. shy
b. loyal
c. reliable
d. supportive
e. adventurous

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