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23/10/2026

A total of 49 students from North South University (NSU) have been selected for the Millennium Fellowship Class of 2026, a global leadership program organized by the Millennium Campus Network and UNAI. The program, designed to enhance leadership skills and social impact initiatives, saw over 76,000 applications from more than 6,000 campuses across 170 countries.

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18/10/2026

École Normale Supérieure (ENS) one of France’s leading higher education institutions is offering international students including applicants from Bangladesh, an opportunity to pursue postgraduate studies in France with financial support.

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13/10/2026

A Dhaka court has sentenced eight people, including two sons of late Partex Group founder MA Hashem and a former chairman of Rajdhani Unnayan Kartripakkha (RAJUK), to seven years in prison each in a corruption case involving the irregular allocation of two residential plots.

Judge Abdus Salam of Dhaka’s 9th Special Judge Court delivered the verdict on Tuesday.

The convicts include Shawkat Aziz Russell, chairman and managing director of Amber Group and president of the Bangladesh Textile Mills Association (BTMA); his brother Ashfaq Aziz Rubel, managing director of Partex Group and vice-chairman of City Bank; and former RAJUK chairman Iqbaluddin Chowdhury.

The five other convicts are former RAJUK members SD Foyez (development), AKM Wahedul Islam (planning), SM Zafar Ullah (finance), HM Zahurul Haque (administration and land), and Rezaul Karim Tarafdar (estate).

According to the prosecution, the former RAJUK officials abused their authority to allocate two 10-katha plots to Russell and Rubel, bypassing eligible applicants and depriving them of the opportunity to obtain the plots.

Khandaker Shamim Hossain, counsel for the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC), said the court sentenced each convict to seven years of rigorous imprisonment and fined them Tk10 lakh for criminal misconduct. Failure to pay the fine will result in an additional year of rigorous imprisonment.

The court also handed down seven-year prison terms and imposed separate fines of Tk10 lakh each for criminal breach of trust, with another year of imprisonment in default of payment.

However, the two prison sentences will run concurrently, meaning each convict will serve a total of seven years, the ACC lawyer explained.

Court bench assistant Saiful Islam Mithu said all eight accused had been on bail but failed to appear before the court for the verdict. Following their absence, the court cancelled their bail and issued arrest warrants to enforce the sentences.

According to the case documents, the irregularities occurred between 23 August 2001 and 23 October 2014, during which the accused RAJUK officials allegedly misused their official positions to facilitate the allocation of the two plots.

The ACC's then deputy director, Sylvia Ferdous, filed the case with Motijheel Police Station on 8 February 2017.

Following an investigation, the commission's then deputy director, Mirza Zahidul Alam, submitted a charge sheet against the eight accused on 4 September 2018.

The court framed charges against them on 26 August 2019, paving the way for the trial.

During the proceedings, the court recorded testimony from nine prosecution witnesses. The verdict was delivered after the accused were examined in their defence and both the prosecution and defence completed their arguments.

Here are SAT-style reading questions based on the passage.

1. Which choice best states the main idea of the passage?
A. RAJUK officials routinely allocated plots to business leaders.
B. A Dhaka court convicted eight people in a corruption case involving irregular plot allocations.
C. The ACC has opened a new investigation into Amber Group and Partex Group.
D. Two business executives were acquitted of corruption charges.

2. According to the passage, why were arrest warrants issued for the eight convicts?
A. They failed to pay their fines.
B. They attempted to leave the country.
C. They did not appear in court for the verdict.
D. They refused to testify during the trial.

3. As used in the passage, the word “bypassing” most nearly means
A. ignoring.
B. protecting.
C. selecting.
D. questioning.

4. Which detail best supports the claim that the accused RAJUK officials misused their positions?
A. The trial included testimony from nine witnesses.
B. The court framed charges in 2019.
C. The officials allegedly allocated plots to Russell and Rubel while depriving eligible applicants.
D. The ACC filed the case with Motijheel Police Station.

5. Why will each convict serve seven years in total rather than fourteen years?
A. One of the charges was dismissed.
B. The two seven-year sentences will run concurrently.
C. The court reduced the sentences because the accused were on bail.
D. The fines replaced one of the prison terms.

6. Which choice best describes the structure of the passage?
A. It presents a court verdict, identifies the convicts, explains the charges and punishment, and then provides the case history.
B. It compares two corruption cases before explaining why one was dismissed.
C. It begins with the history of RAJUK and ends with criticism of the court.
D. It presents arguments from both sides before announcing the verdict.

7. What can reasonably be inferred about the role of the ACC in the case?
A. It defended the accused in court.
B. It investigated the allegations and prosecuted the corruption case.
C. It allocated the disputed plots.
D. It cancelled the accused persons’ bail.

8. Which statement is best supported by the passage?
A. Russell and Rubel were RAJUK officials at the time of the alleged irregularities.
B. The alleged misconduct occurred over a period of several years.
C. The court found that all eligible applicants had received alternative plots.
D. The convicts appeared in court immediately after the verdict.

9. As used in the phrase “criminal breach of trust,” the word “breach” most nearly means
A. agreement.
B. violation.
C. protection.
D. investigation.

10. Which choice best explains why the passage mentions the positions held by Russell and Rubel?
A. To show that both men were government officials.
B. To provide context about their professional prominence.
C. To explain why the court reduced their sentences.
D. To suggest that their companies were directly involved in the case.

11. Which event occurred first?
A. The court framed charges against the accused.
B. The ACC filed the case.
C. The charge sheet was submitted.
D. The court recorded witness testimony.

12. What is the most likely purpose of including the exact dates related to the investigation and trial?
A. To emphasize how quickly the case was resolved.
B. To establish a clear chronology of the legal proceedings.
C. To show that the alleged crime occurred on a single day.
D. To compare this case with another corruption case.

13. Which quotation from the passage best shows that the court imposed financial penalties in addition to imprisonment?
A. “The court framed charges against them on 26 August 2019.”
B. “The court recorded testimony from nine prosecution witnesses.”
C. “Each convict [was] fined Tk10 lakh for criminal misconduct.”
D. “The accused had been on bail.”

14. Which choice best describes the tone of the passage?
A. Emotional and accusatory
B. Formal and factual
C. Humorous and ironic
D. Personal and reflective

15. Based on the passage, what was the central allegation against the RAJUK officials?
A. They accepted bribes from foreign companies.
B. They destroyed documents related to land ownership.
C. They abused their authority in allocating two plots.
D. They illegally sold government offices.

Answer key: 1-B, 2-C, 3-A, 4-C, 5-B, 6-A, 7-B, 8-B, 9-B, 10-B, 11-B, 12-B, 13-C, 14-B, 15-C.

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10/10/2026

Bright Prep SAT Reading Practice
North South University (NSU) hosted the Data Develop Prize (DDP) 2026 BD Case Competition on Friday at its main auditorium, bringing together students, academics, and industry leaders to explore how artificial intelligence (AI) and Digital Product Passport (DPP) technologies can make Bangladesh’s garment industry more sustainable, efficient, and safe. Team Lazarus secured first prize in the competition.

Held under the theme “Reimagining Bangladesh’s Garment Industry through AI-enabled AnyDPP: Creating a Low-waste, Clean, and Safe Industrial Environment,” the event focused on leveraging emerging technologies to reduce industrial waste, improve supply chain transparency, ensure the safe management of toxic chemicals, maintain clean air, and strengthen factory safety.

Dr. Henry Su, Proprietor and Managing Director of Hong Kong-based Data Develop Consulting Limited and International Director of the Asia Circular Economy Association, attended the event as the chief guest.

Other distinguished attendees included Lydia Su, CEO of the Academy of Garment Technology Bangladesh; Professor Abdul Hannan Chowdhury, Vice-Chancellor of NSU; Professor Nesar U. Ahmed, Pro-Vice-Chancellor of NSU; and Aziz Al Kaiser, Chairman of the university’s Board of Trustees.

Industry representatives included Showkat Aziz Russell, President of the Bangladesh Textile Mills Association (BTMA), as well as Mohammad Hatem, President of the Bangladesh Knitwear Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BKMEA), and Fazle Shamim Ehsan, Executive President of BKMEA.

Addressing the event, Dr. Henry Su highlighted the environmental and workplace safety challenges facing Bangladesh’s garment industry. He stressed the need for innovative, technology-driven solutions to address these issues effectively.

He noted that the AI-enabled AnyDPP initiative aims to tackle critical industrial challenges, particularly the management of toxic chemicals, air quality monitoring, and factory safety. According to him, emerging technologies and advanced data management systems can help transform the garment industry into a cleaner, safer, and less waste-intensive sector.

BTMA President Showkat Aziz Russell underscored the importance of adopting advanced technologies and sustainable industrial practices to strengthen Bangladesh’s textile and garment sectors. He observed that AI and digital solutions could help minimize industrial waste, improve operational efficiency, and enhance the country’s competitiveness in the global market.

NSU Vice-Chancellor Professor Abdul Hannan Chowdhury emphasized the university’s role in connecting academic research with the practical needs of industry. He said collaboration among students, researchers, and industry leaders encourages responsible innovation and helps develop technology-driven solutions to real-world challenges.

He further noted that competitions of this kind create valuable opportunities to promote sustainable industrial practices while preparing graduates to contribute to Bangladesh’s future development.

NSU Pro-Vice-Chancellor Professor Nesar U. Ahmed also highlighted the importance of collaboration between academia and industry in addressing environmental concerns and workplace safety challenges. He emphasized that engaging students with industry experts can foster innovation and contribute to building a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable garment sector.

The event featured two panel discussions examining the opportunities and challenges associated with transforming Bangladesh’s garment industry through emerging technologies, sustainable development initiatives, and stronger industry collaboration.

The competition concluded with the announcement of the results and recognition of the winning teams, with Team Lazarus taking first place.

Based on the passage, here are 10 SAT-style Reading and Writing questions testing main ideas, inference, vocabulary in context, evidence and rhetorical purpose.

1. Which choice best states the main purpose of the passage?

A. To argue that Bangladesh should replace traditional garment manufacturing with AI systems

B. To describe a competition promoting technological solutions to sustainability and safety challenges in Bangladesh’s garment industry

C. To compare the environmental policies of Bangladesh and Hong Kong

D. To explain why academic research has failed to improve industrial efficiency

2. As used in the passage, the word “leverage” most nearly means:

A. Criticize

B. Regulate

C. Make effective use of

D. Eliminate

3. Which choice best describes the relationship between the competition’s theme and its activities?

A. The activities focused on topics unrelated to the stated theme.

B. The activities translated the theme into practical industrial challenges and potential solutions.

C. The activities were designed primarily to promote university admissions.

D. The activities rejected technological approaches in favor of traditional practices.

4. Which inference is best supported by the passage?

A. AI alone can eliminate all environmental risks in garment factories.

B. The garment industry has already achieved complete supply-chain transparency.

C. Collaboration among students, academics, and industry professionals may help produce practical technological solutions.

D. The competition’s organizers guaranteed that every proposed solution would be implemented.

5. Why does the passage mention the professional positions of the attendees?

A. To establish the range of academic and industry perspectives represented at the event

B. To demonstrate that only senior executives can develop AI technologies

C. To suggest that the competition was intended exclusively for business owners

D. To rank the attendees according to their professional achievements

6. Which of the following is identified as a potential benefit of adopting AI and digital technologies?

A. The elimination of international competition

B. The reduction of industrial waste and improvement of operational efficiency

C. The removal of the need for factory safety regulations

D. The replacement of all academic research with commercial software

7. Which statement best describes the author’s tone?

A. Sarcastic and dismissive

B. Alarmist and confrontational

C. Primarily informative and cautiously positive

D. Highly critical of industrial technology

8. What is the most likely purpose of the two panel discussions?

A. To announce the competition results before the event began

B. To examine opportunities and obstacles involved in technological and sustainable industrial transformation

C. To select the university’s next vice-chancellor

D. To establish that DPP technologies are unsuitable for Bangladesh

9. Which choice best describes the function of the final paragraph?

A. It introduces a new environmental problem that requires urgent attention.

B. It provides historical background about the garment industry.

C. It concludes the event report by presenting the competition’s outcome.

D. It challenges the claims made by the chief guest.

10. Which additional evidence would most directly support the claim that AnyDPP improves environmental performance in garment factories?

A. A list of the competition’s invited guests

B. A survey of students’ favorite academic subjects

C. Measured data showing changes in chemical-handling compliance, waste generation, and air quality after implementation

D. A record of the number of speeches delivered at the event

SAT tip: For Reading and Writing questions, choose the answer best supported by the passage—not the answer that merely sounds reasonable based on outside knowledge.

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07/10/2026

Biman Bangladesh Airlines has signed an agreement to acquire 10 Airbus aircraft in a deal expected to be worth about $2 billion, as the national carrier moves to diversify its fleet and expand its international network.

The aircraft are scheduled for delivery from 2033, although Bangladesh has asked Airbus to bring forward delivery of some of the planes, officials said.

The agreement follows months of negotiations and comes shortly after Biman expanded its Boeing acquisition program to 25 aircraft. Together, the Airbus and Boeing deals give the airline a planned pipeline of 35 new aircraft, comprising 19 widebodies and 16 narrowbodies.

Biman Board Chairman Rumee A Hossain said the Airbus purchase was part of the airline’s strategy to build a sustainable mixed fleet.

“The Airbus inclusion is part of our long-term vision to build a sustainable mixed fleet model,” Hossain said.

He said the widebody aircraft would serve routes to the Middle East, Europe, North America and Australia, while the narrowbody jets would operate regional and medium-haul routes to Asian hubs.

Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister M Rashiduzzaman Millat, State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humayun Kabir and Invest Bangladesh Executive Chairman Ashik Chowdhury attended the signing ceremony, along with representatives of Airbus, Biman and several European governments.

Airbus has stepped up its commercial and diplomatic engagement with Bangladesh since September 2023, when then-Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina met French President Emmanuel Macron in Dhaka and Bangladesh committed to acquiring 10 Airbus aircraft.

Biman’s Boeing programme comprises two agreements covering 25 aircraft.

Under a supplementary agreement signed in New York on Sept. 23, Biman agreed to acquire five Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner widebodies and six Boeing 737-8 MAX narrowbodies for about $2.7 billion.

That agreement was made under a “Right to Purchase Additional Aircraft” provision in a 14-aircraft deal signed on April 30. The original agreement, valued at $3.7 billion, covers the purchase of 14 Boeing aircraft.

Together, the Boeing agreements comprise 15 widebodies — two 787-9s and 13 787-10s — and 10 737-8 MAX aircraft.

The first Boeing aircraft is scheduled for delivery in November 2031 and the final aircraft by 2035. Biman has asked Boeing to bring forward delivery of at least one aircraft, potentially to 2027 or 2028, the minister said.

Biman currently operates 19 aircraft, mostly Boeing models. The Airbus purchase will give the carrier a more diversified fleet as it seeks to expand capacity and strengthen connections to major international markets.

Here are SAT style reading comprehension questions based on the passage. Bright Prep have included a mix of main idea, inference, evidence, vocabulary in context and detail questions.

Questions 1–10

1. Which choice best states the main idea of the passage?

A. Biman Bangladesh Airlines plans to replace all of its Boeing aircraft with Airbus planes.
B. Biman Bangladesh Airlines is expanding and diversifying its fleet through major Airbus and Boeing purchases.
C. Airbus has persuaded Bangladesh to cancel its existing agreements with Boeing.
D. Bangladesh is primarily purchasing aircraft to increase domestic air travel.

2. According to the passage, approximately how much is the Airbus aircraft deal expected to be worth?

A. $1 billion
B. $1.5 billion
C. $2 billion
D. $3.7 billion

3. Which choice best describes the relationship between the Airbus agreement and the Boeing agreements?

A. The Airbus agreement replaces the Boeing agreements.
B. The Airbus agreement is smaller than the Boeing agreements but contributes to the same fleet-expansion strategy.
C. The Airbus agreement concerns domestic routes, while the Boeing agreements concern only international routes.
D. The Airbus agreement was signed before the Boeing agreements were proposed.

4. Why does Biman plan to acquire both widebody and narrowbody aircraft, according to the passage?

A. To operate different aircraft on different types of routes
B. To reduce the number of international destinations it serves
C. To replace its entire existing fleet immediately
D. To avoid operating aircraft manufactured by Boeing

5. As used in the passage, the word “diversify” most nearly means

A. reduce
B. modernize
C. broaden
D. postpone

6. Which statement is directly supported by the passage?

A. Biman currently operates more than 35 aircraft.
B. All 35 planned aircraft will be manufactured by Airbus.
C. Biman currently operates mostly Boeing aircraft.
D. The first Airbus aircraft will be delivered in 2027.

7. What can reasonably be inferred from Biman’s request to bring forward some Airbus and Boeing deliveries?

A. Biman wants to increase its fleet capacity sooner than the currently scheduled delivery dates would allow.
B. Biman believes Airbus and Boeing are unable to fulfill their contracts.
C. Biman intends to cancel several of its existing aircraft orders.
D. Biman expects international air travel to decline after 2033.

8. Which choice provides the best evidence for the answer to Question 7?

A. “Biman Bangladesh Airlines has signed an agreement to acquire 10 Airbus aircraft”
B. “The aircraft are scheduled for delivery from 2033”
C. “Bangladesh has asked Airbus to bring forward delivery of some of the planes”
D. “Biman currently operates 19 aircraft, mostly Boeing models”

9. The passage mentions the September 2023 meeting between Sheikh Hasina and Emmanuel Macron primarily to

A. explain the origin and diplomatic background of the Airbus purchase.
B. demonstrate that France will finance Biman’s aircraft purchases.
C. establish that Airbus aircraft are cheaper than Boeing aircraft.
D. explain why Biman decided to purchase fewer Boeing aircraft.

10. Which choice best describes the function of the final paragraph?

A. It introduces a new dispute between Biman and Boeing.
B. It summarizes Biman’s current fleet situation and connects the Airbus purchase to its broader expansion strategy.
C. It explains why Biman has decided to stop expanding its fleet.
D. It provides evidence that Airbus aircraft are more reliable than Boeing aircraft.

Answer Key
6 C
7 A
8 C
9 A
10 B

SAT Skill Breakdown
Question SAT Skill
1 Central Ideas
2 Command of Evidence / Detail
3 Relationships
4 Central Ideas / Inference
5 Words in Context
6 Textual Evidence
7 Inference
8 Command of Evidence
9 Function / Purpose
10 Structure / Function

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28/09/2026

North South University (NSU) reaffirmed its status as a strictly apolitical institution following student protests against a political party's activities on campus. In a notification signed by Registrar Dr. Ahmed Tazmeen, the university emphasized its long-standing prohibition of political activities within its premises. While individuals can express political views outside the campus, NSU's name and property cannot be used for political purposes. The administration took this stance to preserve discipline and maintain a peaceful academic environment.

Below are GRE style multiple-choice questions by the Bright Prep

Question 1: Sentence Equivalence

Choose TWO options that best convey the meaning of the following statement:

"While individuals can express political views outside the campus, NSU's name and property cannot be used for political purposes."

A. Individuals may express political opinions off campus, but university resources cannot be used for political activities.

B. NSU prohibits all political expression, regardless of location.

C. Personal political expression is permitted outside campus, whereas the university's identity and property must remain separate from political activities.

D. NSU encourages political parties to use its facilities for peaceful campaigns.

E. Political activities are permitted on campus as long as the university's name is not mentioned.

Question 2: Critical Reasoning

Which assumption most directly underlies the university administration's stated rationale?

A. Political activities on campus could interfere with discipline and the peaceful academic environment.

B. All students support the university's political neutrality.

C. Political parties are legally prohibited from operating in the country.

D. Students are not interested in political issues.

E. Academic institutions should participate actively in political campaigns.

Question 3: Tone

Which of the following best describes the tone of the passage?

A. Sarcastic and dismissive

B. Emotional and persuasive

C. Informative and formal

D. Hostile and accusatory

E. Humorous and conversational

Question 4: Strengthening the Argument

Which additional piece of information would most strengthen the administration's stated rationale for prohibiting political activities on campus?

A. Evidence that political activities have previously disrupted classes or caused conflicts on campus.

B. Evidence that students frequently discuss politics outside the university.

C. Evidence that the political party has a large number of supporters nationwide.

D. Evidence that students participate in academic competitions.

E. Evidence that the university offers courses on political science.

Answer Key and Explanations
Q1. A and C

Both options preserve the distinction between personal political expression and the use of university resources or identity.

Q3. C

The passage presents the university's policy and rationale in a formal, informational manner.

27/09/2026

Nike co-founder Phil Knight and his wife, Penny Knight, have pledged $1 billion to the University of Oregon to establish a new engineering school in Eugene. This is the largest donation in the university’s history.

According to reports from The New York Times and local Oregon media, the donation will help recruit new faculty members and build facilities for the new school. The school will be located at the existing Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact and will focus on bioengineering and related fields.

University of Oregon President Karl Scholz expressed his gratitude for the couple’s generosity. He said that Phil and Penny Knight have a history of supporting ambitious projects before they become a reality. He also highlighted the scale of their latest contribution and its importance to the university.

Phil Knight explained that great American universities have historically provided opportunities for people to turn ambitious ideas into reality. He said that he and his wife were grateful for the opportunity to invest in the future of promising young people.

Knight graduated from the University of Oregon in 1959 with a business degree. He completed his studies in three years while competing as a middle-distance runner for the university’s track and field team under coach Bill Bowerman.

After graduation, Knight served in the U.S. Army for one year before enrolling at Stanford Graduate School of Business. He earned his MBA in 1962.

During an entrepreneurship course at Stanford, Knight was asked to develop a business idea and marketing plan. He chose to focus on athletic shoes and wrote a paper titled, “Can Japanese sports shoes do to German sports shoes what Japanese cameras did to German cameras?”

His idea eventually became a reality. Knight and Bowerman founded Nike, which grew into one of the world’s most successful companies in footwear, apparel, and sports equipment.

According to Forbes, Knight is worth more than $25 billion and ranked 101st on the Forbes 400 list of the wealthiest Americans.

Phil and Penny Knight have donated more than $5 billion to higher education institutions, making them among the most prominent philanthropists in the United States. They ranked 11th on Forbes’ list of top philanthropists.

In 2025, the couple pledged $2 billion to the Knight Cancer Institute at Oregon Health & Science University. At the time, the donation surpassed Michael Bloomberg’s $1.8 billion gift to Johns Hopkins University, setting a record for the largest donation to a higher education institution in American history.

The Knights have also supported the University of Oregon through several major donations. Several campus buildings bear their name, including the university library and the basketball arena, which is named after their son, Matthew, who died in a scuba diving accident in 2004.

In 2016 and 2021, the couple made two separate donations of $500 million each to establish the Phil and Penny Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact. The campus focuses on bioengineering, applied scientific research, and training.

The couple has also made significant contributions to Stanford University. One of their largest gifts, a $400 million donation, established the Knight-Hennessy Scholars program.

These 12 SAT/NSU+ admissions style questions of the Bright Prep test main ideas, vocabulary in context, inference, author's purpose and evidence-based reasoning.

1. What is the primary purpose of the passage?

A. To criticize the growing influence of wealthy donors on public universities.
B. To describe a major philanthropic gift and provide background on Phil Knight's career and charitable contributions.
C. To explain how Nike became the world's most profitable sportswear company.
D. To compare engineering programs at American universities.

2. What is the primary purpose of the $1 billion gift?

A. To establish a new engineering school at the University of Oregon.
B. To expand the university's athletic facilities.
C. To fund the Knight-Hennessy Scholars program.
D. To establish a new cancer research institute.

3. According to the passage, where will the new engineering school be located?

A. At Stanford Graduate School of Business.
B. At the Knight Cancer Institute.
C. At the existing Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact.
D. At Nike's corporate headquarters.

4. As used in the passage, the word 'audacious' most nearly means:

A. Cautious.
B. Ambitious and bold.
C. Unrealistic.
D. Conventional.

5. What role did Bill Bowerman play in Phil Knight's life?

A. He was Knight's professor at Stanford Business School.
B. He helped Knight establish Nike and coached him in track and field at Oregon.
C. He funded Knight's first business venture.
D. He served as the first president of the University of Oregon.

6. What inspired Knight's business concept during his MBA studies?

A. An assignment that asked him to develop a business idea and marketing plan.
B. A proposal from the University of Oregon's engineering department.
C. A research project on bioengineering.
D. A conversation with the CEO of a German shoe company.

7. Which statement best describes the relationship between Knight's education and his business career?

A. His engineering degree directly led to his invention of athletic footwear.
B. His experience as a runner and his business education contributed to the development of his shoe business idea.
C. His military service provided the original funding for Nike.
D. His university studies focused primarily on cancer research.

8. Why does the author mention the couple's earlier donations to the University of Oregon?

A. To suggest that the university has become financially independent.
B. To demonstrate that the $1 billion gift is part of a longer history of philanthropic support.
C. To explain why the university decided to discontinue its engineering programs.
D. To establish that the couple founded the university.

9. What can reasonably be inferred from the description of the new engineering school?

A. The university intends to expand its scientific research and educational capabilities.
B. The school will focus exclusively on athletic equipment design.
C. The university plans to replace its existing science programs.
D. The school will be operated by Nike rather than the university.

10. Which statement best describes the author's tone toward the donation?

A. Predominantly informative, with emphasis on the scale of the gift and Knight's achievements.
B. Strongly critical of the couple's philanthropic activities.
C. Sarcastic about the university's decision to accept the money.
D. Dismissive of the role of private philanthropy in higher education.

11. Why does the author mention the $2 billion donation to Oregon Health & Science University?

A. To show that the couple's philanthropy extends beyond the University of Oregon and includes major medical research support.
B. To explain why the engineering school will focus on cancer treatment.
C. To suggest that the University of Oregon received less money than Stanford.
D. To demonstrate that Knight's wealth comes primarily from medical research.

12. Which statement best captures the central idea of the passage?

A. Phil Knight's athletic career was more influential than his business education.
B. The University of Oregon plans to replace its existing research campus with a new engineering school.
C. A major philanthropic gift from Phil and Penny Knight will establish an engineering school, continuing their longstanding support for higher education.
D. Nike's success was primarily the result of university funding.

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