Direction: Read the following passage carefully and choose the most…
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Direction: Read the following passage carefully and choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below each question.
Passage: In recent years, the rapid advancement of technology has transformed the way people communicate, work and access information. The internet has made it possible for individuals to connect instantly across different parts of the world, thereby reducing geographical barriers. Educational institutions increasingly rely on digital platforms to provide learning opportunities, while businesses use technology to improve efficiency and productivity. However, excessive dependence on technology has also created several challenges, including reduced face-to-face interaction, concerns about data privacy, and increased levels of distraction among young people. Therefore, while technology offers numerous advantages, it must be used responsibly and in moderation to ensure a balanced and meaningful life.
What has transformed the way people communicate and work in recent years ?
- A.
industrialization
- B.
globalization
- C.
rapid advancement of technology
- D.
population growth
Show answer & explanation
Correct answer: C
Concept: A direct-detail (literal comprehension) question asks you to locate a fact or cause stated explicitly in the passage — usually in its opening or topic sentence — and to match the wording of the options against that exact statement, rather than against outside knowledge or a plausible-sounding general cause.
Application: The passage's opening sentence states: “the rapid advancement of technology has transformed the way people communicate, work and access information.” The question asks exactly what has produced this transformation, so the answer must be the subject named in that sentence — the rapid advancement of technology.
Cross-check — why the other options do not fit the passage's own wording:
industrialization — the passage never mentions factories, manufacturing, or industrial production; its focus is digital platforms and internet-based communication.
globalization — the passage does not discuss cross-border trade or economic integration; it describes individuals connecting instantly via the internet, a narrower, technology-specific claim.
population growth — the passage does not mention any demographic change; it discusses technology's effects on communication, education, and business.
Since the passage explicitly names “the rapid advancement of technology” as the cause of the transformation described, that is the value the question is asking for.