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According to the content, why is it important to filter the vast amount of information available?

To commit everything to memory.
To screen out information that is relevant to what is expected.
To find a small amount relevant to individual needs and organize it into usable knowledge. (correct)
To create overwhelming chaos.

Which of the following is a primary function of expectations in managing information?

To help us understand the contradictions.
To retrieve everything committed to memory.
To memorize a large amount of data.
To screen out information that is irrelevant. (correct)

How do contradictions relate to our attention, according to the content?

They help us memorize things more efficiently.
They focus our attention. (correct)
They distract our attention.
They filter out irrelevant sensory impressions.

If someone struggles to filter out unnecessary sensory input, what might be a likely consequence?

An overwhelming sense of chaos (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between sensory impressions and finding relevant information?

Out of all sensory impressions, finding relevant information is vital. (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to the content, what is a key characteristic of information that is effectively managed by human thought?

It is sorted into a manageable condition. (D) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of learning, what role do expectancies play, according to the passage?

They screen out irrelevant information. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Considering the design of human thought, what is the purpose of sorting information?

To make it easier to handle. (C) Signup and view all the answers

In the provided text, what grammatical feature is exemplified by the phrase 'A, B, and C'?

Parallel structure (D) Signup and view all the answers

If a person has very rigid expectations, what might be a potential cognitive consequence based on the content?

Failure to recognize important, unexpected information (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary problem that the management of information aims to solve?

The overwhelming inflow of sensory data. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the role of 'in which' in the sentence discussing the 'highly complex web'?

Relative clause introducing additional information (A) Signup and view all the answers

The text mentions ' 가정법 미래'. What is the primary function of this grammatical structure?

Indicating a future possibility or hypothetical situation (B) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of 'If you were to think about...', what grammatical term best describes this clause structure?

Hypothetical conditional clause (A) Signup and view all the answers

The text highlights '동사&수일치'. Why is subject-verb agreement important in the sentence where 'connects' is used?

To maintain grammatical correctness and clarity (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the phrase 'in order to' as used in the excerpt?

Showing a purpose or intention (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of knowledge does a viewer need to follow a plot, comparable to modern mathematics?

Significant amounts of human psychology, law, and everyday physics (D) Signup and view all the answers

In the structure 'If you were to think about how much...', what is the function of 'how much'?

Nominal clause acting as the object of 'think about' (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the phrase 'at least as much as' in the context of comparing knowledge required for understanding a plot versus modern mathematics?

To emphasize that understanding a plot requires a considerable amount of knowledge (A) Signup and view all the answers

The text mentions '주격 관계대명사 that'. What is the role of this grammatical element in the sentence where it is used?

To define or identify a noun that precedes it (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the concept of competing firms as described in the content?

Several local grocery stores vying for customers in the same neighborhood. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why might companies that are 'competing' advertise heavily, according to the content?

To increase consumer awareness and drive up sales in a competitive market. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'temptation' regarding advertising, as described in the content?

To regard advertising as simply increasing product prices without consumer benefit. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which option reflects a scenario where advertising provides a tangible benefit to the consumer, contrary to the 'temptation' described?

A company advertising a product that, due to the competition the advertising creates, now is offered at a lower price. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Considering the dynamic between competing firms and advertising, which statement is most likely true?

Increased market competition often encourages companies to advertise more aggressively. (C) Signup and view all the answers

From the context of the content, how might a consumer perceive aggressive advertising by competing firms?

As a source of information that could help in making informed purchasing decisions. (C) Signup and view all the answers

A new regulation restricts the amount of advertising competing firms can undertake. What is the likeliest outcome, based on the content?

Reduced consumer awareness making it difficult to compare competing products. (A) Signup and view all the answers

If advertising is perceived as 'driving up the price of a product,' what strategy might a company adopt to counteract this perception?

Focus advertising efforts on highlighting added value or benefits to the consumer (ex: warranty). (A) Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario is the `was/were + to 부정사` structure most appropriately used to express a hypothetical situation?

Indicating a low-probability future event or hypothetical situation. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which sentence demonstrates the correct use of `was/were + to 부정사` in a conditional clause, expressing a very unlikely scenario?

If she were to become the president, she would reform healthcare. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does using `were to` instead of `was to` in a conditional statement typically affect the tone of the statement, especially in formal English?

<code>Were to</code> adds a layer of formality and sometimes doubt about the event's likelihood. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following sentences correctly uses 'was/were + to 부정사' to indicate a pre-arranged plan that is now impossible?

They were to have arrived yesterday, but the flight was delayed. (B) Signup and view all the answers

In what context can `was/were + to 부정사` be used to express an instruction or order, and which option exemplifies this usage?

Formally stating a rule or command. (D) Signup and view all the answers

When 'was/were + to 부정사' is used in reported speech, what kind of original statement is likely being conveyed?

An obligation or arrangement (B) Signup and view all the answers

Identify the sentence where 'was/were + to 부정사' is used to convey a sense of inevitability or destiny.

He was to become a doctor, following in his father's footsteps. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the nuance added by using 'was/were to + verb' instead of a simple past tense when narrating a planned event that did not occur?

It underscores the intention or arrangement that preceded the event's failure to materialize. (D) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of expressing future arrangements, how does the use of 'was/were + to 부정사' differ from using 'will' or 'be going to'?

'Was/were + to 부정사' suggests a more definite and authoritative plan. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Select the sentence where the phrase 'was/were to' is used to express a hypothetical situation with a sense of strong unlikelihood or impossibility.

All of the above. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best replaces 'in order that he or she follows and speculates about the plot' while maintaining the original meaning?

so that he or she follows and speculates about the plot (A) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of 'for + 의미상 주어 + to 부정사', which option correctly explains its function?

It specifies who is performing the action described by the infinitive when it is different from the subject of the main clause. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is the conjunction 'that' sometimes omitted after the verb 'discover'?

Because the 'that' introduces a noun clause that functions as the object of 'discover', and it can be optionally omitted. (D) Signup and view all the answers

In the phrase 'the knowledge that/which is required to follow and speculate about...', what grammatical role does 'required' play?

Past participle modifying 'knowledge'. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following sentences accurately demonstrates the use of 'so as + to 부정사'?

They practiced every day so as to improve their skills. (A) Signup and view all the answers

In markets characterized by slightly differentiated products, what is the primary role of advertising for firms?

To inform customers about new products and services. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference in meaning between 'in order that S + V' and 'to the end that S + V'?

'In order that' expresses purpose, while 'to the end that' expresses intention or aim. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Choose the sentence where the word 'that' CANNOT be omitted.

The book that I borrowed from you is interesting. (C) Signup and view all the answers

How does the text define the misconception regarding advertising?

As a practice that only increases product prices without providing consumer benefits. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best represents the purpose of using the phrase 'slightly differentiated products' in the context of market competition?

To describe a market where products have minor distinctions, allowing firms to inform customers of unique features. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which sentence demonstrates the correct passive voice transformation of 'require + object + to infinitive'?

He is required to complete the training. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about markets where advertising is most effective, based on the context?

They are markets where products have variations that customers may find valuable, necessitating communication through advertising. (D) Signup and view all the answers

The sentence 'Viewers follow soap operas with ease' uses 'with ease' as an adverbial phrase. Which of the following is an equivalent adverb?

Easily (A) Signup and view all the answers

Given the grammatical structure discussed, which sentence correctly utilizes 'in order for + (object) + to + verb'?

In order for the team to win, they needed a strong strategy. (B) Signup and view all the answers

If a company operates in a market with 'slightly differentiated products,' what would be the most effective advertising strategy?

Highlighting the unique features and benefits that distinguish their products from competitors. (D) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of advertising, how does informing customers about 'new products and services' help companies?

It allows companies to build brand recognition and potentially increase sales by showcasing value. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential outcome of a company effectively dispelling the misconception that advertising only raises prices?

Customers may recognize the additional value and benefits provided by the advertised products or services. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Considering the role of advertising in markets with differentiated products, what challenge do companies face in creating effective campaigns?

Convincing customers that their products have unique value despite similarities to competitors. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How might a company use advertising to transform a 'slightly differentiated product' into a perceived market leader?

By emphasizing minor differences through effective branding and communication of unique value. (B) Signup and view all the answers

A new service is introduced that is slightly different from existing options. Which advertising approach would be most appropriate?

Directly compare the service with competitors, highlighting key differences and benefits. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Fictional World

An abstract realm filled with interconnected fictional characters.

Subject-Verb Agreement

In a relative clause led by 'in which', the verb must agree with its subject, like 'web connects'.

Relative Pronoun 'That'

Refers to the relative pronoun 'that' used to modify a noun phrase.

Parallel Structure

Words or phrases that are connected by coordinating conjunctions (like 'and') and have the same grammatical structure.