US doesn't support Taiwan's independence — Reading comprehension exercise

B1 / B2 / C1


STEP 1 - Read the following article: READING COMPREHENSION ARTICLE 28


STEP 2 - Answer these questions (choose the best answer):

1. Which year did the USA officially stop supporting Taiwan's independence?
2. Who is Taiwan's primary arms supplier?
3. Does Lai Ching-te plan to make Taiwan into a republic?
4. China ____________ to bring Taiwan back into the fold.
5. This is the ____________ consecutive election won by the Democratic Progressive Party.
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Did you know? Diplomatic statements about sensitive international relationships are often written in careful, indirect language, which makes them excellent practice for noticing tone and implication. Pay attention to words like "support," "oppose," and "recognize" and how they're used precisely.

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