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Practice Listening: Multiple Choice, Single Answer ID: #32934 Short Robertson
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When he was awarded an Honorary Degree by the University of Newcastle, even John Robertson himself must surely have looked back in wonder at his astonishing rise to success. The year was 1910, and those assembled were to hear not only of his generosity to the University, which enabled it to contribute to the pioneering research into tropical diseases being carried out at that time, but also of his humanitarian work in southern Africa, where he was ahead of his time in improving the working conditions of local mine workers. To those who knew John in his youth, it will have come as no surprise to hear of his success. He was now enjoying the rewards of the fierce determination, desire to succeed and extraordinary ability to acquire knowledge, which they had noticed in the young man.

What does the reader of this text learn about John Robertson?

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Option 2: "His abilities were evident at a young age."

Explanation: The text states that those who knew John in his youth noticed his fierce determination and extraordinary ability to acquire knowledge. This directly supports the idea that his abilities were evident from a young age.

Option 1: "He was born in Africa."

Explanation: The text does not mention John Robertson's birthplace. Therefore, this statement is not supported by the information provided.

Option 3: "He studied medicine."

Explanation: The text does not provide any information about John studying medicine. It focuses on his humanitarian work and contributions to research, making this option unsupported.

Option 4: "He completed his degree in 1910."

Explanation: The text mentions that John was awarded an Honorary Degree in 1910, but it does not state that he completed a degree at that time. Therefore, this option is misleading and not accurate.

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