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Practice Reading: Multiple Choice, Single Answer ID: #5566 Antarctic 3
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Professor Noda received her doctorate in 1981. Since then, in the three decades that she has been involved in the field, she has become an eminent authority on Antarctic life, having gained a wealth of knowledge in this field. She has written or contributed to 12 books and nearly 100 journal articles. Her current research interests include the diet and life cycle of penguins.

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Option 2: "biographical information"

Explanation: This option accurately reflects the main idea of the paragraph, which provides biographical information about Professor Noda, including her education, experience, and contributions to the field of Antarctic life. The text outlines her achievements and current research interests, making this the most comprehensive summary.

Option 1: "wealth of knowledge"

Explanation: While the text mentions that Professor Noda has gained a wealth of knowledge in her field, this phrase does not capture the main idea of the paragraph. The main idea encompasses more than just her knowledge; it includes her background and contributions to the field of Antarctic life.

Option 3: "new research"

Explanation: This option is incorrect because the paragraph does not focus on new research. Instead, it highlights Professor Noda's overall contributions and background rather than specific new findings or studies.

Option 4: "rare animal"

Explanation: This option is not relevant to the main idea of the paragraph. Although the text mentions penguins, it does not discuss rare animals in general. The focus is on Professor Noda's biographical details and her work in Antarctic life, not on specific animals.

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