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Sunscreen: History and Importance Explained

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Sunscreen: History and Importance Explained

The document is a test paper for an English exam at a high school, focusing on the topic of sunscreen. It includes a passage discussing the importance, history, and advancements of sunscreen, along with several comprehension questions. The questions assess understanding of vocabulary and key concepts presented in the passage.

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Theo déi Fanpage: Luyén Thi Tiéng Anh Cang Cé Pham Liéu dé birt pha diém sé Tiéng Anh

cing cé cac em

DE THI THU TOT NGHIEP — MON TIENG ANH

TRUONG THPT CHUYEN DAI HOC VINH

Thoi gian lam bai: 50 phut, khong ké thoi gian giao dé

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to
indicate the best

answer to each of the questions.

Sunscreen is an essential product for protecting the skin from harmful UV rays. Over the
years, it

has become more advanced and widely available. Sunscreen plays an essential role in
preventing sunburn,

early aging and skin cancer. To protect the skin properly, we need to apply sunscreen
regularly, especially

when spending time outdoors. But have you ever wondered about the history of sunscreen?

The origins of sunscreen are quite interesting. Having been developed over a long period,
this

invention can't be attributed to one individual. In fact, ancient civilisations like the
Egyptians were known

to use oils and natural substances as a form of protection against the sun. Since then,
sunscreen formulas

have been continuously improved. For example, in the 1940s, a Swiss chemistry student
named Franz

Greiter, after getting painfully sunburnt while climbing a mountain, created one of the first
truly effective

sunscreens, which later led to the development of Piz Buin, a well-known sunscreen brand
today.

Research and innovation in the sunscreen industry are still progressing, leading to new

improvements in sun protection products. Many scientists are developing new formulas
that provide
better protection not only from UVB rays but also from UVA rays. This advancement has
been crucial in

reducing skin damage. Sunscreen is now available in many forms: creams, sprays and even
sticks.

Using sunscreen daily is a must, isn't it? We might not always think about it, but UV rays are
present

year-round, even on cloudy days. By applying sunscreen, we ensure that our skin stays
healthy, no

matter the season. So next time you are heading outside, to keep your skin safe, don't forget
to apply a

generous amount of sunscreen.

Question 1. The word "it" in paragraph 1| refers to

A. skin B. sunscreen C. UV ray D. product

Question 2. The word "substances" in paragraph 2 could be-best replaced by :

A. liquids B. objects C. materials D. colours

Question 3. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a form of sunscreen?

A. sprays B. sticks C. creams D. gels

Question 4. The word "generous" in paragraph 4 is OPPOSITE in meaning to :

A. small B. kind C. large D. mean

Question 5. Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph
4?

A. The effect of sunscreen on our skin is long-term yet varied by season.

B. Our skin remains protected throughout the year when we use sunscreen.

C. We must apply sunscreen regardless of our skin condition over the year.

D. Our frequent use of sunscreen results in better health in every season.

Question 6. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

A. Truly effective sunscreen formulas should offer protection from either UVB rays or UVA
rays.

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