30 đề thi vào lớp 10 Hà Nội, 40 câu trắc nghiệm mỗi đề. ĐỀ SỐ 1 Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
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Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
1 A large B cat C art D car
2 A invited B provided C talked D polluted
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions.
3 A reader B crowded C decide D father
4 A agree B refuse C attract D beauty
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following question.
5 It’s the _ difficult exercise that they have ever done so far
A more B too C most D much
6 How _ does it cost you to go to school by bus every month?
A many B often C long D much
7 Uncle Mike _ smoke cigarettes when he was young
A used to B isn’t used to C wasn’t used to D use to
8 I wish you _ join the trip to Son Doong Cave with us next Sunday
9 My son is quite _ in biology
A interestingly B interesting C interest D interested
10 Some students in my class prefer _ TV to playing sports
A watched B to watch C watch D watching
11 The teacher didn’t seem to be happy about our tasks, _ ?
A didn’t they B did they C didn’t he D did he
12 Jack _ working for the local newspaper 2 months ago
A stops B stopped C had stopped D has stopped
13 He tried hard, _ he couldn’t win a gold medal at the Olympic
A nor B because of C but D in spite of
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each
of the following questions.
14 Simon takes part with many different volunteer programs in his town
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17 Peter: “Congratulation on winning the first prize!.” Jack: “ _”
18 Peter: “Let’s have a drink What would you like?” Jack: “ _”
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following questions.
19 I feel a little sad because our school year has come to an end.
A begun B changed C started D finished
20 We have to cross a crowded street to get to school every day
A small B large C busy D narrow
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following questions.
21 The traffic here is very dangerous for children.
A noisy B safe C quiet D easy
22 The new film is quite different from what she has expected.
A the opposite of B attractive to C exciting as D the same as
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct word
or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
People often wonder whether they should choose to play a team sport or an individualsport It really spends (23) what kind of person you are In reality, the importance isfinding what suits you best
To begin with, team sports, like football and basketball, can be great fun You have the(24) _to be the others as you practice and play together as a team You learn to work withothers, which teaches you to be more patient and understanding, In addition, you can share yoursuccesses and (25) with your team
On the other hand, individual sports, such as tennis and athletics, can help you feelproud of yourself and give you great satisfaction (26) you depend mainly on your owneffort and determination Finally, in individual sports, you set (27) goals, which help youbecome more self-confident and independent
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to each of the questions.
You can do a few things to make homework less stressful First, be sure you understandwhat you have to do in your assignment Write it down in your notebook if you need to anddon’t be afraid to ask questions about what is expected
Second, use any extra time you have at school to work on your homework Many schoolshave libraries that are specifically designed for students to study or to get their homework done Third, pace yourself You need to plan your time If it is a heavy homework day, you will
need to devote more time to your homework.
Whenever you need your help, the first person you should ask for help is your teacher.Sometimes, it is good to have some explain something that you are not completely sure of Inaddition, you might also be able to get some help from another student If there is a friend who is
a good student, think about asking that person to study with you
28 In order to make homework less stressful, the first thing to do is .
A to remember the deadline
B to understand what you have to do in your assignment
C to go to school library as soon as possible
D to know what you can do it for you
29 If you have any extra time at school, you should _.
A spend time with your friends B use it to make your day planner
C use it to understand the assignment D study or get your homework done
30 The word “devote” in the third paragraph can be best replaced by the word _.
31 When a student needs some help, the first person to ask for help is .
A the best student at school B his teacher
C A member in his family D his friend
32 What is the main idea of the passage?
A Student can follow some advice to avoid worrying about homework
B Student should ask their teachers for help when they need it
C Student might get some help from their friends
D Student can do their homework in school libraries
Mark letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to the original sentence in each of the following questions.
33 “Where are you going on your holidays?” I asked them.
A I asked them where they are going on their holidays
B I asked them where are they going on their holidays
C I asked them where they were going on their holidays
D I asked them where were they going on their holidays
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A Although she was weak, she could lift the basket
B She was too weak to lift the basket
C The woman lifted the basket, so she wasn't very weak
D The woman shouldn't have lifted the basket because she was so weak
35 He started learning French six years ago.
A It is six years since he has learnt French
B He has learned French for six years
C He hasn’t learnt French for six years
D It was six years ago did he start learning French
36 They reported that the troops were coming
A It had been reported that the troops were coming
B It was being reported that the troops were coming
C It was reported that the troops to be coming
D It was reported that the troops were coming
37 Mr.Smith is a professor His car was stolen yesterday.
A Mr.Smith, who his car was stolen yesterday, is a professor
B Mr.Smith, who is a professor, his car was stolen yesterday
C Mr.Smith, whose car was stolen yesterday, is a professor
D His car was stolen yesterday, he is a professor
38 Study hard or you will fail the exam.
A You don’t fail the exam unless you study hard
B Because you study hard, you don’t fail the exam
C You don’t study hard, so you will fail the exam
D If you don’t study hard, you will fail the exam
39 “Why don’t you meet to discuss how to organize the fair?”
A He suggested to meeting to discuss how to organize the fair
B He suggested that we shouldn’t meet to discuss how to organize the fair
C He suggested that we should meet to discuss how to organize the fair
D He suggested to meet to discuss how to organize the fair
40 I’m sorry I can’t go to your birthday party tomorrow.
A I wish I can go to your birthday party tomorrow
B I wish I can’t go to your birthday party tomorrow
C I wish I could go to your birthday party tomorrow
D I wish I couldn’t go to your birthday party tomorrow
_The end _
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Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions.
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following question.
5 _ his aunt really likes the apartment, she can’t afford to buy it
6 The doctor advised my uncle to stop because it’s quite harmful to his health
A to smoking B smoking C to smoke D smoke
7 More and more young people are moving to the city as there are of job opportunities here
8 The artwork was _ done by the artisan
9 The light went out while he dinner with his family
A is having B have had C had D was having
10 Last Sunday we arrived at the waterfall nearby _ 7 a.m
A of B at C in D on
11 The students enjoy badminton every morning
12 They decided to learn French _ study in Paris
A so that B so as to C in order that D in order
13 Your brother passed the final exam, ?
14 I got some advices on how to make a presentation from my English teacher, so Ipassed my oral test
A useless B usefulness C useful D uselessness
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each
of the following questions.
15 I wish all the student in the world don’t have to live in poverty any more
A B C D
16 The doctor which we meet in France has just sent us a greeting card
A B C D
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19 Peter: “What a beautiful painting!” Jack: “ _”
A I’m glad to tell you so B It’s very nice of you to say so
C I don’t mind if you say that D You’re welcome
20 Peter: “Would you like to have dinner with me tonight?” Jack: “ _”
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following questions.
21 We should go to the mountainous area to enjoy some fresh air at the weekend.
22 My brothet went on with the project even though his boss said it is ipossible to do it
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following questions.
23 I find playing sports an exciting way to exercise.
24 Tom left nervous the moment the plane took off.
A turned off B flew up C landed D ran
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct word
or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Over the last 5 years, more and more students from the school have taken part in
environmental projects, such as tree planting and improving the school grounds But, no matter how much we do, there’s always more that can be (25) _ to improve the place where we live This year students from the Conservation Club plan to work with local people to make a community garden near the school As Tim, a student, says: “No one (26) to live in an unattractive area If we work together, we can turn these areas into spaces that we can enjoy (27) _ time in.” This kind of local action is not just about (28) _ environment It also helps people get to know (29) neighbors and it can help build strong communities
If you care (30) the state of your town and you are interested in taking part in the project, please contact the school for further information
25 A did B done C does D do
26 A stays B stay C wants D want
27 A giving B doing C spending D paying
28 A the B X C a D an
29 A her B his C its D their
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Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer
to each of the questions.
Ha Long Bay is a UNESCO World heritage site in Quang Ninh province, in the northeast
of Vietnam It has got over 1,600 island and islets Among the many ancitent fishing villagesfloat on huge wooden rafts
The villagers spend their days fishing and looking after the sea life Then they sail to the
mainland to trade their fish for things like food, driking water or clothes Most children go tofloating schools and then spend the rest of their time learning important skills like swimmingand fishing They also help out their parents as much as they can
Their lifestyle may seem strange to many people, but it’s wonderful to live among suchnatural beauty and know you are protecting it The villagers are able to help preserve theirbeautiful bay because they live directly on the water
31 The word “they” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to _.
A the builders B the schools C the villagers D the houses
32 According to the passage the villagers’ lifestyle may seem to many people.
A strange B dangerous C tiring D boring
33 The villagers not only fish but also the sea life
A look at B loof after C pollute D damage
34 The villagers are able to help preserve their beautiful bay because .
A they live directly on the water B they live far from the sea
C they don’t live directly on the water D they live on the land
Mark letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to the original sentence in each of the following questions.
35 Your house is more modern than mine.
A My house isn’t as modern as yours B My house isn’t as modern as yours house
C My house is more modern than yours D My house is as modern as yours
36 “Let’s go to Ngoc Son Temple on New Year’s Eve,” Mai said.
A Mai suggested go Ngoc Son temple on New Year’s Eve
B Mai suggested that we went to Ngoc Son temple on New Year’s Eve
C Mai suggests going to Ngoc Son temple on New Year’s Eve
D Mai suggested going to Ngoc Son temple on New Year’s Eve
37 This is the first time his children have tried Japanese cuisine.
A His children last tried Japanese cuisine a long time ago
B His children have never tried Japanese cuisine before
C His children tried Japanese cuisine at first
D His children tried Japanese cuisine before
38 Her father invited him to the conference.
A He was invited to the conference by her father
B He were invited to the conference by her father
C He has been invited to the conference by her father
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39 Ally wants to buy that dress, but she doesn’t have enough money.
A If Ally had enough money, she will buy that dress
B If Ally has enough money, she can buy that dress
C If Ally have enough money, she could buy that dress
D If Ally had enough money, she could buy that dress
40 “If I were you, I would raise money for the poor,” I said to Thomas.
A I advised Thomas to raise money for the poor
B I said Thomas to raise money for the poor
C I asked Thomas why he doesn’t raise money for the poor
D I asked Thomas why didn’t he raise money for the poor
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Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions.
3 A industry B performance C importance D provision
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following question.
5 Please, open the window, you?
A do B will C might D can’t
6 “How many products did you sell?” – “ _than we had expected.”
A less B lesser C few D fewer
7 It’s often difficult for a young child _ clothes
8 The professor was vey interested in the of cultures around the world
A diversity B diverse C diversify D diversifying
9 The gentleman to _ we spoke yesterday is making a speech
A whose B who C whom D which
10 Tom came a fantastic idea for the school trip
11 I was really tired, I couldn’t sleep
12 His house looks very large and beautiful It is house
A a seven-room B a seven-rooms C seven room D seven rooms
13 Before I started the car, all of the passengers their seat belts
A will buckle B had buckled C was buckling D have buckled
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each
of the following questions.
14 My mother always made me to wash my hands before every meal
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17 Peter: “I have bought you a toy Happy birthday to you!” Jack: “ _”
18 Peter: “What are you thinking of doing when you leave school?” Jack: “ _”
A I’m not sure Maybe something with history
B I’m not that great at technology
C Oh, language are definitely not my strengths
D Not much My dad is an engineer
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following questions.
19 We are conducting a survey to find out what our customers think of their local bus service.
A making up B carrying out C taking part in D responding
20 We can be sad for what she doesn’t have or grateful for what she has
A great B meaningful C pleasant D thankful
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following questions.
21 It is considered improver to wear a short skirt to a formal occasion.
A special B festive C casual D serious
22 Young children are in the majority in the fashion industry.
A opposition B support C minority D superiority
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct word
or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
HEALTH DETECTOR
Scientist Hayat Sindi’s device is the sire of a postage stamp, and it costs just a penny But
it could (23) _ millions of lives In many parts of the world, doctors and nurses workwith no (24) or clean water They have to send health tests to labs and wait weeks forresults But this little piece of paper could change that It contains tiny holes that are filled withchemicals These chemicals are able (25) health problems A person places a single drop
of blood on the paper The chemicals in the paper change (26) _ the blood and indicate(27) or not the person has an illness
24 A electric B electrical C electrician D electricity
25 A detect B detecting C to detect D to detecting
26 A although B because C due to D in spite of
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to each of the questions.
Mercury is the smallest member of the sun's family It is only 3.100 miles across It is
also the sun's swiftest planet Its yearly journey round the sun is only 85 days
Mercury always keeps one side towards the sun On this side it is always day, on theother side always night We only see the lighted side
Mercury appears to us like a yellowish orange star The nearest planet to the sun, it isalways seen near the sun, either just before sunrise or soon after sunset People sometimes callmercury the morning star or evening star Mercury is half the size of the earth Because it ismuch lighter, it has much less gravity If you can visit Mercury in a spaceship, you will find it astrange world Its low gravity makes you feel very light If your weight on earth is 100 pounds,your weight on Mercury is only 27 pounds Looking at the sun from Mercury, you can see thatit's much more brilliant than it is seen from the earth And the yellow centre of the sun appearsthree times bigger from Mercury On its lighted side, Mercury's temperature is about 300degrees centigrade But the dark side is extremely cold, but 150 degrees below zero so mercury isprobably the coldest as well as the hottest of the planets
28 The word “swiftest” in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to _.
A fastest B coldest C hottest D biggest
29 We cannot see the dark side of Mercury because _.
A it moves very fast
B it always appears just before sunrise or soon after sunset
C it always keeps one side towards the sun
D it is too far for us to see
30 When can we see Mercury? - We can see it _.
A just before the sunset B just before sunrise
C after the sunset D both A and C are correct
31 Why do we weigh much on the earth than on Mercury? - Because _.
A Mercury is nearer to the sun B Mercury has got less gravity than the earth
C Mercury is much hotter D none are correct
32 Why does the sun look bigger when it is seen from Mercury? - Because _.
A Mercury is the smallest planet of the sun
B Mercury is nearer to the sun
C Mercury is a light planet
D It only takes Mercury 88 days to move round the sun
Mark letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to the original sentence in each of the following questions.
33 “Let’s help the homeless in the neighborhood.” Maria said:
A Maria suggested to help the homeless in the neighborhood
B Maria suggested help the homeless in the neighborhood
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D Maria suggested having helped the homeless in the neighborhood
34 I last talked to him 5 months ago.
A I haven’t talked to him for 5 months
B I haven’t talked to him since 5 months
C I started talking to him for 5 months
D I started talking to him for 5 months ago
35 Lan is more careful than Hoa.
A Hoa is more careless than Lan B Hoa is as careless as Lan
C Hoa is much careless than Lan D Hoa is so careless as Lan
36 The students planted a lot of trees last school year.
A A lot of trees were planted last school year by the students
B A lot of trees was planted last school year by the students
C A lot of trees were planted by the students
D A lot of trees were planted by the students last school year
37 Tom is not tall, so he cannot become a pilot.
A Tom is not too tall to become a pilot
B Tom is not so tall that he cannot become a pilot
C Tom is not tall enough to become a pilot
D Tom is not such a tall person to become a pilot
38 We’re going back to Vanice It is a northeastern Italy.
A We’re going back to Vanice which is a northeastern Italy
B We’re going back to Vanice, which is a northeastern Italy
C We’re going back to Vanice which it is a northeastern Italy
D We’re going back to Vanice, which it is a northeastern Italy
39 He doesn’t know how to prepare for a presentation He doesn’t feel confident.
A If he didn’t know how to prepare for a presentation, he would feel confident
B If he knew how to prepare for a presentation, he wouldn’t feel confident
C If he knew how to prepare for a presentation, he will feel confident
D If he knew how to prepare for a presentation, he would feel confident
40 Jim came to the show late He could see the main part of the show
A Although Jim came to the show late, he could see the main part of the show
B Jim came to the show late although he could see the main part of the show
C Although Jim came to the show late, but he could see the main part of the show
D Jim came to the show late, so he could see the main part of the show
_The end _
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1 A bucket B underline C multiple D sugar
2 A inside B provide C since D sight
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions.
3 A annoyed B sculpture C complex D starter
4 A profession B bilingual C attendance D exotic
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following question.
5 I wish you your clothes all over the floor
A don't leave B wouldn't leave C won't leave D not leave
6 I wasn't too keen on to the party
A go B.goes C going D to go
7 She went to the bookshop _she wanted to buy a comic book
A although B because C.despite D because of
8 Students have _or no choice in the matter
A a few B a little C few D little
9 Students _study hard will do well in my class
A who B whose C which D whom
10 He has been for ten jobs so far
A turned down B turned up C let in D let out
11 Have you ordered the wedding yet?
A invite B invitation C invitations D invited
12 The Great Walls of China thousands of years ago
A is built B was built C is building D was building
13 _ you study for these exams, _ you will do
A The harder / the better B The more / the much
C The hardest / the best D The more hard / the more good
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each
of the following questions.
14 If you have warned me, I would not have told your father about that party
A B C D
15 The league table shows the Danish team in the first place with eight point
A B C D
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A B C D
animal species
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct response to each of the following exchanges.
17 Nga: "You look so nervous .” Trinh: “ This thunder scares me to death."
A What's wrong? B What's that? C Why's that? D What are you?
18 Mr Harry: "You've written a much better essay this time, John.” John: “ ”
A Oh, you're right B Thank you It’s encouraging
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following question.
19 He accidentally met his favourite football star in the street.
A came up B came down C came across D came into
20 My father still hasn’t really recovered from the death of my mother.
A got over B looked after C taken after D gone off
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following questions.
21 Why do otherwise intelligent people take this event so seriously’
A absent-minded B dim-witted C light-weighted D hot-tempered
22 She is carrying out a health project for the disadvantaged in inner cities and rural areas.
A coastal B mountainous C suburban D urban
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct word
or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
One of the most important discoveries of the nineteenth century was a method of usingnatural gas for cooking and heating Large (23) of natural gas found in the UnitedStates, usually several thousand feet below the surface of (24) _ Earth
For many years after natural gas first discovered, it was thought to have no value Finally,(25) _, people began to understand its uses and to find ways of storing it and of moving itfrom place to place
Today (26) _ gas is stored in large tanks and used for lighting, cooking, andheating In many ways, natural gas is one of our finest fuels It is cheap and can be used for(27) _ without making the room hot It can be moved easily from one place to anotherthrough long pipelines, some of which are hundreds of miles in length
23 A areas B amounts C piles D packs
24 A one B a C an D the
25 A however B therefore C so D but
Trang 1526 A nature B natural C naturally D naturalize
27 A cook B cooker C cooking D cooked
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer
to each of the questions.
Moscow, the capital of Russia, is located in the far western part of the country Since it
was first mentioned in the chronicles of 1147, Moscow has played a vital role in Russian
history It became the capital of Muscovy (the Grand Principality of Moscow) in the late 13thcentury; hence, the people of Moscow are known as Muscovites Today Moscow is not only the
political j centre of Russia but also the country's most populous city and its industrial, cultural,
scientific, and educational capital For more than 600 years Moscow also has been the spiritualcentre of the Russian Orthodox Church
The capital of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republic (USSR., until the Union dissolved in
1991 Moscow attracted world attention as a centre of communist power; indeed, the name ofthe seat of the former n a government and the successor Russian government, the Kremlin, asynonym for Soviet authority The dissolution of the USSR brought tremendous economic andpolitical change, along with a significant concentration of Russia's wealth, into Moscow
28 Where is Moscow located?
A far western part B far eastern part C southern part D northern part
29 The word "vital" can best be replaced by .
A artificial B high C essential D big
30 What does the word "populous" mean?
A charming B crowded C huge D magnificent
31 Moscow also has been the spiritual centre of the Russian Orthodox Church for .
A unlimited time B 600 years
C less than 600 years D more than 600 years
32 What was the Kremlin a synonym for?
A the name of the seat B Russian government
C Soviet authority D dissolution of the U.S.S.R
Mark letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to the original sentence in each of the following questions.
33 We stayed in that hotel despite the noise.
A Despite the hotel was noisy, we stayed there
B Although that hotel was noisy, we stayed there
C We stayed in that noisy hotel, and we enjoyed it
D Because of the noise, we stayed in that hotel
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A Helmets should be taken off at all times when riding a motorcycle
B Helmets must be worn at all times when riding a motorcycle
C You must never take off your helmet
D You must never wear your helmet while you are riding a motorcycle,
35 People believed he won a lot of money on the lottery.
A He is believed to have won a lot of money on the lottery
B He is believed that he won a lot of money on the lottery
C He won a lot of money on the lottery, it is believed
D He was believed to win a lot of money on the lottery
36 The meal we had in the restaurant was so nice.
A It was such a nice meal in the restaurant
B We had a meal in a nice restaurant
C The restaurant where we had the meal was so nice
D The restaurant served nice meals
37 She hasn’t played the piano for five years.
A She doesn’t play piano five years ago
B The last time she played the piano five years ago
C She played the piano five years ago
D The last time she played the piano was five years ago
38 “What do you think Steve is doing in the garden?” she asked.
A She asked what Steve was doing in the garden
B She asked what was Steve doing in the garden
C She asked what is Steve doing in the garden,
D She asked what Steve is doing in the garden
39 The school I studied at last year was better than this one.
A This school is not as good as my last one
B This school was not as good as my last one
C My last school is not as good as this one
D I studied in a good as my last one
40 It isn’t necessary to bring skis as they are included in the package.
A You have to bring skis as they are included in the package
B You need to bring skis as they are not included in the package
C You must bring skis as they are not included in the package
D You don’t have to bring skis as they are included in the package
_The end _
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Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
1 A approach B chemistry C chalk D chapter
2 A rained B followed C looked D returned
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions.
3 A language B massive C explore D fluent
4 A capable B delightful C difficult D different
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each
of the following questions.
5 I sometimes wish that I will have another car
8 One of my friends _ is very good at English gives me his tips to learn English well
A which B what C whom D who
9 She can just about _ by heart in Spanish
A take B get C pick D learn
10 If you _ to me, you wouldn’t have got so much trouble
A would listen B had listened C would have listened D listened
11 Tim’s father gave him some good advice, he didn’t follow it
A However B Since C Moreover D Although
12 When did you pick _ those English words?
A to B from C up D by
13.We have _ time to get it finished
A lot of B lots of C a lots D a lot
14 Is English a(n) _ language in your country?
A living B mother C bilingual D official
15 She suggested that I _ to the beach for a change
16 After he _ his homework, he went to bed
A finishes B finished C has finished D had finished
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response
to complete each of the following exchanges.
17 - “You look nice today I like your new hair style.” – “ _.”
A Shall I? Thanks B It’s nice of you to say so
C I feel interesting to hear that D Oh, well done!
18 "Mum I’ve got 600 on the TOEFL test" - " _"
A You are right B Oh, hard luck! C Good job! D Good way!
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word in the following question.
19 Frank never turns up on time for a meeting
A prepares B.calls C arrives D reports
Trang 1820 There are some drawbacks in the city life nowadays.
A bad B advantage C good D disadvantages
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word in the following question.
21 The church is quite an ancient building
A old B fresh C historic D modern
22 She’s been trying to find a good job in the city and she"s finally succeeded
A stopped B failed C lost D managed
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct word
or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Over the last century, there have been many significant changes in the way we live.Obviously, it is difficult to (23) _ the life of ancient people and the life of the peopleliving in the twenty-first century because so many changes have occurred even the changes thathave (24) _ over the last ten years are amazing
People in the past were not (25) _ to travel so long distance within such a shortperiod of time Nowadays, we have become very mobile We have fast and comfortable cars Inaddition, more and more people travel by plane (26) _, in the past people had to workharder as they did not have (27) _ and machine to make their work easier
23 A compare B suppose C predict D discuss
24 A considered B expressed C occurred D arranged
25 A capable B able C might D use
26 A However B Therefore C But D Moreover
27 A rules B ideas C tools D teams
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.
In order to stay healthy it is important to have a balanced diet We should eat enough threemain groups of food These groups are protein, carbohydrate and fat
Proteins are very important for building our body They help us to build new cells as old onesdie Meat and milk products are major sources of protein We can also get protein from fish,eggs and beans
Carbohydrate and fat are important to enable us to store energy Carbohydrates are found insugar and in cereals Fat can be found in vegetable oil, in butter and in nuts
Our body also needs minerals, such as iron and calcium and vitamins Fish, vegetables andmilk contain most of the minerals we need Vitamins are found in fresh vegetables and fruit
28 According to the passage, a balanced diet _
A contains lots of fruit and vegetables B is high in protein
C is needed for good health D is rich in minerals and vitamins
29 Proteins _
A can be gotten from rice B produce meat and milk
C can only be found in meat D help our body build new cells
30 We can get fat from _
A sugar B vegetables C butter D cereals 31.Carbohydrates _
A are not found in rice and cornmeal B allow the body to store energy
C are the most important of three groups of food D supply a lot of protein
32 Which of the following is NOT true?
A Vitamins are not necessary for our body
B Iron and calcium are also essential for good health
C Fish contain both protein and mineral
D It’s important to eat a balanced died
Trang 19Mark letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to the original sentence in each of the following questions.
33 If I were in your shoes, I would let him go.
A My suggestion is that you let him go
B My advice is that you wear your shoes and let him go
C I would like to be in your shoe so you could let him go
D I was wearing your shoes and would like to let him go
34 I haven’t seen my aunt since the Covid-19 began in 2019.
A I last saw my aunt before the beginning of the Covid-19
B My aunt left the country after the Covid-19 so didn’t see her
C I haven’t seen my aunt for so many years because of the Covid-19
D My aunt didn’t come back until the start of the Covid-19 in 2019
35 We must take care of all living species on Earth.
A All living species on Earth are taken care of by us
B All living species on Earth must be taken care of by us
C All living species on Earth had been taken care of by us
D All living species on Earth will be taken care of by us
36 Many people came to the meeting Some were half an hour late.
A Many people came to the meeting, some of who were half an hour late
B Many people came to the meeting, some of whom were half an hour late
C Many people came to the meeting, but some of them were half an hour late
D Many people who came to the meeting some of them were half an hour late
37 It’s possible that the exam result will be announced next week.
A The exam result might be announced next week
B The exam result will surely be announced next week
C We may receive very good exam result next week
D They are going to give us the exam result next week
38 My headache kept getting worse, so I took an aspirin.
A The more aspirins I took, the worse my headache kept getting
B My headache was getting worse and worse, so I took an aspirin
C I took an aspirin, so my headache was getting worse and worse
D My headache was getting from bad to worse as I took an aspirin
39 She saw that he was so angry She left the classroom.
A She didn’t want to make him angry, so she left the classroom
B She left the classroom when she saw he was so angry
C He was very angry when he saw her leaving the classroom
D Having been seen to be angry, she left the classroom
40.The thick fog made it impossible for the plane to land.
A The plane could land as the fog was hardly thick
B The plane cannot land because the fog is thick
C It was possible for the plane to land although the fog was thick
D The plane was unable to land because of the thick fog
Trang 202 A hour B honest C honor D host
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the followings.
3 A economic B experience C entertainment D introduction
4 A extinction B animal C classify D primary
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following.
5 Students will a two-hour examination at the end of the year
A take B make C come D do
6 He’ll be very upset if his employer _ his offer
A pulls down B finds out C turns off D turns down
7 Singapore is the first on the list of the most _cities in Southeast Asia
A solvable B liveable C supportive D diverse
8 She was that she always came top of the class
A so clever B too clever C such clever D clever enough
9 It’s time to say goodbye, but I’m _ meeting you all again soon
A looking forward to B getting on with C keep up with D put up with
10 He made a of Roman coins and medals
A collect B collective C collection D collector
11 She wore the party last night
A a long white wedding dress B a white long wedding dress
C a wedding white long dress D a long wedding white dress
12 _ the bad traffic, we arrived on time
A Because B Although C Despite D However
13 The Simpson Desert was named _ the President of the South Australian Branch ofthe Royal Geographical Society of Australia
17 - “Do you need any help, Kate?” - “ ”
A I haven’t got a clue B No, thanks I can manage
C That’s all for now D That’s fine by me
18 - David:“ I think to reduce pollution, people should use public transport instead of their owncars.” - Linda:“ ”
A I don’t know I just don’t think it’s for me B What nonsense!
C I can’t agree with you more D Yes, let’s
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word in each of the followings.
19 A sustainable forest is a forest where trees that are cut are replanted and the wildlife isprotected
A pre-tested B preserved C reserved D protested
20 The teacher gave some suggestions on what could come out for the examination
A effects B symptoms C hints D demonstrations
Trang 21Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following s.
21 Thousands are going starving because of the failure of this year's harvest
A hungry B poor C rich D full
22 Playing computer games for too long is not good for our eyesight
A careful B effective C harmful D enormous
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct word
or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
One thing that was really a turning point for me was when I learned Spanish I wasalways kind of scared of (23) _a foreign language, yet I was really envious of kids (24) could speak another language When I started learning Spanish, (25) , I foundthat I was pretty good at it The moment I reached that breakthrough stage - you know, whenyou discover you can actually speak and (26) with people in the language - I felt reallyproud of myself I realized that learning a foreign language was not an impossible thing after all.Now I can speak three: Spanish, Italian, and German And I am (27) Korean this year
23 A learn B learning C to learn D learned
24 A who B which C whom D what
25 A therefore B however C though D but
27 A doing B making C taking D speaking
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct word
or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Sydney is Australia’s most exciting city The history of Australia begins here In 1788Captain Arthur Philips arrived in Sydney with 11 ships and 1624 passengers from Britain(including 770 prisoners) Today there are about 3.6 million people in Sydney It is the biggestcity in Australia, the busiest port in the South Pacific and one of the most beautiful cities in theworld In Sydney, the buildings are higher, the colors are brighter and the nightlife is moreexciting There are over 20 excellent beaches close to Sydney and its warm climate and coolwinter have made it a favorite city for immigrants from overseas There are two things that makeSydney famous: its beautiful harbor, the Sydney Harbor Bridge, which was built in 1932 and theSydney Opera House, which was opened in 1973
28 Where did Captain Arthur Philips arrive in 1788?
A South Pacific B Sydney Harbor C Britain D Sydney
29 Which of the following should be the title of the reading passage?
A Sydney’s Opera House B The history of Sydney
C Sydney’s beaches and harbors D An introduction of Sydney
30 Which of the following statements is NOT true about Sydney?
A Sydney is not a favorite city for immigrants from overseas
B Sydney is one of the most beautiful cities in the world
C Sydney is the most exciting city in Australia
D Sydney is the biggest port in the South Pacific
31 How many beaches are there close to Sydney?
A 11 beaches B over 20 beaches C nearly 20 beaches D 770 beaches
32 When was the Sydney Harbor Bridge built?
A 1788 B 1973 C 1932 D 1625
Mark letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to the original sentence in each of the following questions.
33 He told her about the book He liked it best.
A He told her about the book which he liked it best
B He told her about the book which he liked best
C He told her about the book whom he liked best
Trang 22D He told her about the book whose he liked best.
34 "I am working for a bank in Hanoi now," my brother said.
A My brother said (that) he was working for a bank in Hanoi then
B My brother said (that) he was working for a bank in Hanoi now
C My brother said (that) he was working for a bank in Hanoi at this time
D My brother said (that) he was working for a bank in Hanoi
35 The dictionary was so expensive that I didn't buy it.
A The dictionary was enough expensive for me to buy
B The dictionary was too expensive for me to buy it
C It was an expensive dictionary so that meant I didn't buy
D It was so an expensive dictionary that I didn't buy it
36 The last time we met Nguyen Quang Hai football player was two months ago.
A We have met Nguyen Quang Hai football player for two months
B We haven’t met Nguyen Quang Hai football player since two months
C We haven’t met Nguyen Quang Hai football player for two months
D We haven’t met Nguyen Quang Hai football player for two months ago
37 Jenifer is more intelligent than all the other students in my class.
A No student in my class is as intelligent as Jenifer is
B No student in my class isn’t as intelligent as Jenifer is
C No student in my class is as intelligent than Jenifer is
D No student in my class is more intelligent as Jenifer is
38 My sister failed the exam because she was lazy.
A Because my sister’s laziness, she failed the exam
B Because of my sister’s laziness, she failed the exam
C Because of my sister was lazy, she failed the exam
D Because of my sister laziness, she failed the exam
39 Jack can’t tell you about that sight because he doesn’t see it
A If Jack saw that sight, he couldn’t tell you about it
B If Jack didn’t see that sight, he could tell you about it
C If Jack saw that sight, he could tell you about it
D If Jack didn’t see that sight, he couldn’t tell you about it
40 "If I were you, I would take the job," said my room-mate.
A My room-mate was thinking about taking the job
B My room-mate advised me to take the job
C My room-mate introduced the idea of taking the job to me
D My room-mate insisted on taking the job for me
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Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the followings.
1 A leaves B songs C deserts D knives
2 A chalk B chemistry C chapter D approach
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions.
3 A question B investigate C motorcycle D notice
4 A comfortable B restaurant C informal D special
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.
5 I've been studying French since I have started high school
A B C D
Trang 236 It took them at least two months learning how to pronounce these words.
8 Mary the country by the time this letter reaches her
A is going to leave B will leave C is leaving D will have left
9 Most Americans don't object being called by their first names
10 The city will have to find a solution to reduce traffic jams, ?
A will it B won’t it C won't they D will they
11 The bomb in a crowded street
A went out B went off C came off D came out
12 I'm sorry for such a fuss about the unfruitful plan
A making B doing C paying D taking
13 Smoke, dirt and noise are all kinds of
A pollute B polluting C pollutants D polluter
14 I have been invited to a wedding 14 February
15 George doesn’t smoke and he doesn’t drink George
A both smokes and drinks B either smokes or drinks
C neither smokes and drinks D neither smokes nor drinks
16 This switch is high for him to reach
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to
complete each of the following exchanges
17 - Linda: "Would you mind opening the window?" - Jane: " "
A Yes, that's right B No, of course not C Good idea! D You're welcome
18 - "A motorbike knocked Ted down." - " ."
A What is it now? B Poor Ted! C How terrific! D What a motorbike!
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following questions
19 When being interviewed, You should focus on what the interviewer is saying or asking you.
A to pay attention to B be interested in
C be related D express interested in
20 Wildlife on Earth is disappearing fast and will continue to do so unless urgent action is taken
A vanishing B damaging C polluting D destroying
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following questions.
21 My mother often tells me never to accept a lift from someone I've just met!
A assist B deny C refuse D prevent
22 When you bought that new computer a couple of years ago, you probably thought its 500 megabyte hard disk would last forever
A certainly B absolutely C possibly D generally
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct word
or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
The relationship between students and teachers is (23) _formal in the USA than inmany other countries American students do not stand up (24) _their teachers enter the
Trang 24room Students are encouraged to ask questions during class, to stop in the teacher's office forextra help, and to phone if they are absent Most teachers (25) _students to enter classlate or leave early if necessary Despite the lack of formality, students are still expected to bepolite to their teachers and fellow classmates.
When students want to ask questions, they usually (26) _a hand and wait to becalled on When a test is being given, talking to a classmate is not only rude but also risky MostAmerican teachers consider that students who are talking to each other (27) _ a test arecheating
23 A more B much C less D little
25 A let B allow C make D encourage
26 A rise B arise C raise D put
27 A in B when C while D during
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions
Man is a land animal, but he also closely tied to the sea Throughout history the sea hasserved the needs of man The sea has provided man with food and convenient way to travel tomany parts of the world Today, nearly two thirds of the world's population lives within 80kilometers of the sea coast
In the modern technological world, the sea offers many resources to help mankindsurvive Resources on land are beginning to be used up The sea, however, still can be hoped tosupply many man's needs The list of riches of the sea yet to be developed by man's technology
is impressive Oil and gas explorations have been conducted for nearly 30 years Valuable
amounts of minerals existing on the ocean floor are ready to be mined
Fish farming promises to be a good way to produce large quantities of food The culture
of fish and shellfish is an ancient skill practiced in the past mainly by Oriental people.
Besides oil and gas, the sea may offer new sources of energy Experts believe that thewarm temperature of the ocean can be used in a way similar to the steam in a steamship Oceancurrents and waves offer possible use as a source of energy
Technology is enabling man to explore ever more deeply under the sea Thedevelopment of strong, new materials has made this possible The technology to harvest the seacontinues to improve Experts believe that by the year 2020 the problems that prevent US fromexploiting fully the food, minerals, and energy source of the sea will be largely solved
28 The major things that the sea offers man are
C food, energy sources, and minerals D ocean currents and waves
29 We can conclude from the passage that
A the sea resources have largely been used up
B the sea has not yet been fully exploided
C the problems that prevent US from fully exploiting the sea have already been solved
D by the year 2000, the technology will be good enough to exploit all these resources
30 The words "conducted" in the second paragraph is CLOSET .
A relied on B carried out C taken after D brought in
31.The words "Oriental people" in the fourth paragraph means .
A people in Asia B people in Africa
C European people D American people
32 The best title for this paragraph is
A Seafood B Sea Harvest
C Man and the Sea D Technology for Exploiting the Sea
Mark letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to the original sentence in each of the following questions.
Trang 2533 It's a pity I can't cook as well as my mom.
A I wish I could cook as well as my mom
B I wish I can cook as well as my mom
C I wish I could cook as good as my mom
D I wish I can cook as better as my mom
34 Shall we go to the cinema tonight?
A She suggests go to the cinema tonight
B She suggests to go to the cinema tonight
C She suggests to going to the cinema tonight
D She suggests going to the cinema tonight
35 Finish your homework or you can't go out with your friend
A Unless you finish your homework, you can go out with your friend
B If you don't finish your homework, you can go out with your friend
C If you don't finish your homework, you can't go out with your friend
D If you finish your homework, you can't go out with your friend
36 It took me 4 hours to read the first chapter of the book
A I spent 4 hours reading the first chapter of the book
B I spent 4 hours to read the first chapter of the book
C I spent 4 hours to reading the first chapter of the book
D I spent 4 hours read the first chapter of the book
37 Snowboarding is more dangerous than tennis.
A Tennis is as dangerous as snowboarding
B Tennis is not as dangerous as snowboarding
C Tennis is as dangerously as snowboarding
D Tennis is not as dangerously as snowboarding
38 Nobody saw her book at the party last night
A Her book was seen at the party last night
B Her book was not seen at the party last night
C Her book were seen at the party last night
D Her book were not seen at the party last night
39 Jenny took a taxi, but she still arrived late for the interview
A In spite of Jenny took a taxi, she still arrived late for the interview
B Although taking a taxi, Jenny still arrived late for the interview
C Although Jenny took a taxi, she still arrived late for the interview
D In spite of took a taxi, Jenny still arrived late for the interview
40 We didn’t go out because of the heavy rain.
A We didn’t go out because it rained heavily
B We didn’t go out because of it rained heavily
C We didn’t go out because it didn’t rain heavily
D We didn’t go out because it rained heavy
_The end _
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Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions
Trang 261 A watches B misses C makes D wishes
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions
3 A suggested B remember C restaurant D increase
4 A population B government C understand D scientific
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.
5 It’s late It’s a time for us going home
8 The guidelines in this book can help you become a _ speaker
A confide B confident C confidence D self-confidence
9 This carpet really needs _ Can you do it for me, son?
A being cleaned B Both C and D C to be cleaned D cleaning
10 My father asked us _too much time playing computer games
A not to spending B did not spend C not to spend D to not spent
11 Hoai cannot remember the name of the restaurant _she ate her favorite roasted duck
12 If I were in your _, I’d take it easy and try to forget it
13 Nobody went to the party, _?
A does he B do they C didn’t they D did they
14 This sports centre is so small that it cannot the demands of local residents
A keep up with B face up to C deal about D set up
15 _they moved to the city five years ago, they still remember living in a small town
A While B In order that C Although D Whereas
16 It’s very kind _you to help me with the homework
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to
complete each of the following exchanges
17 Sally: "What about collecting used paper every day?" - Jenny: " _."
C That's a good idea D Thanks, it's nice of you
18 Peter: “Would you like some more tea?" - John: " _."
A Yes, give me some B Yes, you would C No, I won't D No, please
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following questions
19 She lost her temper with a customer and shouted at him
A had a temperature B kept her temper
C became very angry D felt worried
20 In Africa, many children die from not having enough food
A poverty B starvation C drought D malnutrition
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following questions.
Trang 2721 The spoken language differs considerably from the written language.
A greatly B a lot C very little D similarly
22 In some rural areas, English is an optional subject for school children
A compulsory B interesting C voluntary D academic
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word
or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Newspapers, magazines, and books are the written media Newspapers are one of themain sources for spreading news and events (23) the world
Radio and television supply information and (24) _ to the public Motionpictures are one of the most (25) forms of entertainment Movies can also teach peoplemany other subjects
The multimedia computer helps students learn about a particular topic in a (26) ofways When we use the Internet, we can give and get a lot of information very (27)
24 A entertain B entertaining C entertained D entertainment
25 A right B interested C expensive D popular
26 A variety B difference C change D kind
27 A exactly B correctly C secretly D quickly
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions
Malaysia is one of the countries of the Association of South East Asian Nations(ASEAN) It is divided into two regions, known as West Malaysia and East Malaysia They areseparated by about 640 km of the sea and together comprise an area of 329,758 sq km Malaysiaenjoys tropical climate The Malaysian unit of currency is the ringgit, consisting of 100 sen The capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur and it is also the largest city in the country Thepopulation in 2001 was over 22 million Islam is the country’s official religion In addition, thereare other religions such as Buddhism and Hinduism The national language is Bahasa Malaysia(also known simply as Malay) English, Chinese, and Tamil are also widely spoken The
language of instruction for primary school children is Bahasa Malaysia, Chinese, or Tamil.
Bahasa Malaysia is the primary language of instruction in all secondary schools, although somestudents may continue learning in Chinese or Tamil And English is a compulsory secondlanguage
28 According to the paragraph one, which of the following is NOT correct?
A The sea divides Malaysia into two regions
B A ringgit consists of 100 sen
C Malaysia is a member of ASEAN
D Malaysia has got about 640 km of the sea
29 Kuala Lumpur
A.A had over 22 million people in 2001 B is the capital city of Malaysia
C is the second largest city in Malaysia D is the biggest city in West Malaysia
30 The national religion of Malaysia is _
A Islam B Buddhism C Hinduism D Bahasa
31 The word “primary” is closet _.
A main B easy C international D local
32 The number of languages widely spoken in Malaysia
Mark letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to the original sentence in each of the following questions.
33 Although she is intelligent, she doesn't do well at school.
A In spite of intelligent, but she doesn't do well at school
B Despite being intelligent, she doesn't do well at school
Trang 28C Even though her intelligence, she doesn't do well at school.
D In spite the fact that she is intelligent, she doesn't do well at school
34 "Don't walk on the grass", the gardener said to us.
A The gardener said to us don't walk on the grass
B The gardener told us not to walk on the grass
C The gardener suggested us not to walk on the grass
D The gardener advised us not walking on the grass
35 I’m sorry I can’t go to your birthday party tomorrow.
A I wish I can go to your birthday party tomorrow
B I wish I can’t go to your birthday party tomorrow
C I wish I could go to your birthday party tomorrow
D I wish I couldn’t go to your birthday party tomorrow
36 Nobody has invited me, so I’m not going to the party.
A Because I haven’t been invited, I’m going to the party
B Because of I haven’t been invited, I’m not going to the party
C Because I have been invited, I’m not going to the party
D Because I haven’t been invited, I’m not going to the party
37 Our school library contains over 50 thousand books
A There is over 50 thousand books in our school library
B There are over 50 thousand books in our school library
C There have been over 50 thousand books in our school library
D There has been over 50 thousand books in our school library
38 “"Do you study English well?" John asked Mai
A John asked Mai whether you studied English well
B John asked Mai whether she studies English well
C John asked Mai whether she studied English well
D John asked Mai whether studied she English well
39 I always give my mother flowers on Mother’s Day.
A My mother always is given flowers on Mother’s Day
B Flowers is always given by my mother on Mother’s Day
C My mother is always given flowers on Mother’s Day
D My mother is given always flowers on Mother’s Day
40 If you don’t follow the guidelines from The Ministry of Health, you may be affected by Covid-19.
A Unless you don’t follow guidelines from The Ministry of Health, you may be affected by Covid-19
B Unless you followed guidelines from The Ministry of Health, you may be affected by 19
Covid-C Unless you follow guidelines from The Ministry of Health, you may not be affected by Covid-19
D Unless you follow guidelines from The Ministry of Health, you may be affected by 19
Covid- _ The end Covid- _
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Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions
1 A opened B wanted C climbed D stayed
2 A lazy B sticky C supply D baggy
Trang 29Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions
3 A habitat B athletics C interview D memory
4 A minority B expedition C technology D commitment
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.
5 I asked him how far was it to the station if I went there by taxi
8 He went to a seaside resort because he was on water-skiing
A bright B eager C keen D interested
9 It took him years to the shock of his wife dying
A take on B get over C go off D put off
10 There is _water in the well but not enough for everyone in the village
A few B a few C little D a little
11 He will not be to vote in this year's election
A old enough B enough old C as old enough D enough old as
12 You don't seem very about the party Don't you want to go tonight?
A enthusiast B enthusiastically C enthusiasm D enthusiastic
13 I've tried those tablets and they are not _in helping me stop coughing
A effective B successful C profitable D helpful
14 He couldn't reach the goal, _surprised me
A who B whom C which D That
15 You have cleaned your bike, ?
A have you B do you C haven’t you D don’t you
16 Why don’t you have your house _?
A repainted B repaint C to repaint D repainting
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges
17 Tom: "You've got a lovely singing voice, Mary." - Mary: " "
A It's all right B Congratulations! C Thank you D No, thanks
18 "Don't forget to do as I have told you." - “ .”
A Yes, I won't B Yes, I will
C No, I won't D No, I will remember
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following questions
19 There has been no rain for a long time, so land is getting more and more barren
A wet B dry C windy D hot
20 With butterflies in his stomach, he waited for his job interview
A nervously B patiently C happily D courageously
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following questions.
Trang 3021 When you put on clothing or make-up, you place it on your body in order to wear it.
A take off B look after C wash up D get on
22 The tendency to develop cancer, even in high-risk individuals, can be decreased by
increasing the amount of fruit and vegetables in the diet
A consuming B growing C lessening D stopping
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word
or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
SARS (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome) is a deadly disease Scien haven't found the
(23) _of this disease SARS is dangerous because it develops quickly Patientsnormally (24) _ a high fever, a sore throat, and cough Their body temperature is (25) _ 38°C
Antibiotics cannot cure SARS, and scientists are looking for a (26) _ to preventthe disease Before they can find one, it is important to have a (27) _ lifestyle Youshould keep fit, have plenty of fresh air, and eat lot foods with vitamin C
23 A reason B cause C source D ground
24 A make B take C have D receive
25 A above B below C more D on
26 A treatment B cure C tablet D vaccine
27 A healthy B rich C wealthy D strong
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions
Do you ever think about what schools will be like in the future? Many people think that students will study most regular classes such as maths, science and history online Students will probably learn these subjects anywhere using a computer What will happen if students have problems with a subject? They might connect with a teacher through live video conferencing Expert teachers from learning centres will give students help wherever they live
Students will still take classes in a school, too Schools will become places for learning social skills Teachers will guide students in learning how to work together in getting along with each other They will help students with group projects both in and out of the classroom
Volunteer work and working at local businesses will teach students important life skills about the world they live in This will help students become an important part of their
communities
Some experts say it will take five years for changes to begin in schools Some say it will take longer Most people agree, though, that computers will change education the way TVs and telephones changed life for people all over the world years before
28 What will happen if students meet difficulties with a subject?
A Teachers from learning centres will give them help through live video conferencing
B They will meet their teachers in person for help with problems with the subject
C They will telephone the teachers who are staying at the school to seek their help
D Schools will organise a live video conference for teachers to help students with problems
29 Students will still go to school to _
A learn all subjects B play with their friends
C use computers D learn social skills
30 The main role of teachers in the future will be _
A providing students with knowledge B guiding students to learn computers
C helping students with group projects D organising live video conferences
31 Students will learn important life skills through _
A going to school every day B taking online classes
Trang 31C working in international businesses D doing volunteer work
32 What is the main idea of the passage?
A Kids won’t have to go to school in the future
B Computers will change education in the future
C All classes will be taught online in the future
D Teachers will help students from home in the future
Mark letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to the original sentence in each of the following questions.
33 He is sorry he is not able to speak English well.
A He wishes he can speak English well
B He wishes he could speak English well
C He wishes he is able to speak English well
D He wishes he was able to speak English well
34 Tom passed the test easily.
A Tom have no difficulty passing the test
B Tom has no difficulty passing the test
C Tom had no difficulty passing the test
D Tom didn’t have no difficulty passing the test
35 Henry should have done his homework last night, but he watched TV instead.
A Henry didn’t do his homework last night because he was busy with the TV set
B Henry watched TV last night instead of doing his homework
C Henry did not watch TV last night because he had to do his homework
D Henry did his homework while watching TV
36 Billionaire Pham Nhat Vuong founded Vinfast Automobile Company in 2017.
A Vinfast Automobile Company is founded by billionaire Pham Nhat Vuong in 2017
B Vinfast Automobile Company was founded by billionaire Pham Nhat Vuong in 2017
C Vinfast Automobile Company were founded by billionaire Pham Nhat Vuong in 2017
D Vinfast Automobile Company has been founded by billionaire Pham Nhat Vuong in 2017
37 Mr.Richards lost his job because he was late every day.
A If Mr.Richards were late every day, he would lose his job
B If Mr.Richards had been late every day, he would have lost his job
C If Mr.Richards weren't late every day, he wouldn't lose his job
D If Mr.Richards hadn't been late every day, he wouldn't have lost his job
38 The black dress is more expensive than the white one.
A The black dress is cheaper than the white one
B The black dress is not as expensive as the white one
C The white dress is not as expensive as the black one
D The white dress is as expensive as the black one
39 Although he was very tired, he agreed to play tennis.
A Despite of his tiredness, he was eager to play tennis
B Tired as he was, he agreed to play tennis
C Even if feeling tired, he agreed to play tennis
D He was tired because he agreed to play tennis
40 "John left here an hour ago," said Jane.
A Jane told me that John had left there an hour before
B Jane said John left here an hour before
C Jane told John to have left there an hour before
D Jane told me that John to leave there an hour before
_ The end _
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Trang 32Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
1 A laughed B missed C waste d D dropped
2 A leak B beach C leaf D great
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions.
3 A account B conserve C install D faucet
4 A energy B natural C appliance D furniture
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.
5 They asked me what did happen last night, but I was unable to tell them
8 Nguyen Du is a famous Vietnamese _
A poem B poetry C poetic D poet
9 The class is control because of the game
A off B away from C out of D below
10 Sarah has to stay in bed for a few days _ she is sick
A because B and C although D but
11 We can't go along here because the road
A is being repaired B is repairing C was repaired D repaired
12 The material, called jean, was named _ sailors from Genoa
A as B after C of D out
13 If you have finished the test, you _the room
A would leave B would have left C will be leaving D may left
14 It was _ an interesting book that he couldn't put it down
A very B enough C such D so
15 I wish I what to do to help my mother now
A know B will know C have known D knew
16 Susan is very of telling other people what to do
A fond B interested C keen D bored
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges.
17 Hoai Nam: "Do you think tourism is bad for the planet?"
Tue Minh: " _"
A To some extent, yes
B People need to live in a green planet
C A lot of people want to travel around the planet
D We should protect our planet from bad tourism
18 Anna: “Would you like some more chicken?” - John: “ I’m full.”
A Yes, please B No, thanks C Yes, I would D No, I wouldn’t
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following questions.
19 It was getting late, so we hurriedly gathered all our things and ran home
A leisurely B quickly C joyfully D mutually
Trang 3320 They decided to postpone their journey till the end of the month because of the epidemic
A take up B turn round C put off D do with
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following questions.
21 Fruit and vegetables grew in abundance on the island The islanders even exported thesurplus
A excess B large quantity C small quantity D sufficiency
22 Mr.Brown is a very generous old man He has given most of his wealth to a charityorganization
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word
or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Rivers are one of the world’s most important natural resources Many cities are on largerivers, and (23) every country has at least one river that plays an important part inthe lives if its people
Besides transportation, rivers (24) _ food , water for crops , water to drink andopportunities for recreation for people who live along their bank and in order to get water forcrops engineer sometimes build a dam (25) a river and let the water become a lakebehind the dam Then people can use their water not only to irrigate fields but also to makeelectricity for home and industries
However the water often becomes (26) when cities on river bank grow insideand the number of industries increases We are learning that it is necessary to keep rivers clean if
we want to enjoy the (27) of the natural resources
23 A many B a lot C plenty D almost
24 A provide B support C assist D create
25 A over B across C among D under
26 A crowed B overloaded C polluted D excited
27 A interests B benefits C tips D receipts
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.
Tigers are one of the most powerful and graceful animals in the world The differentspecies that still exist today, namely the Bengal, Indochina, Siberian, South China and Sumatratigers are in danger of becoming extinct Due to irresponsible hunting, the Bali, Caspian andJava tigers have already become extinct This could soon happen to the other species too
In the past, tigers were considered as pests With a smaller area to hunt, as man had taken
up more of the land to build upon, the tigers found less area for themselves to hunt They thusturned to farms to get their food Farmers’ livestock were attacked by these tigers People werethen encouraged to hunt and kill these animals with the promise of rewards Even after the threat
of tigers on livestock was over, man continued to hunt tigers, this time for recreation Poacherstoo hunt tigers for their body parts knowing that the skin of tigers is much sought after Bonesand other organs are also used as ingredients in traditional Chinese medicine Although killing isillegal, it is still being carried out unless it is stopped, the remaining species of tigers will soonbecome extinct too
28 How many species of tigers were there originally?
29 There were fewer hunting grounds for the tigers because _
A man had occupied the land B the farmers put their livestock there
C the tiger population was becoming bigger D they liked hunting livestock
30 Man continues hunting tigers even they are no longer pests because _
Trang 34A he treats it as a form of recreation B he loves tigers very much
C he still thinks tigers are pests D he wants to make the tigers extinct
31 Poachers are people who _
C hunt tigers illegally D hunt tigers’ body parts
32 Illegal poaching will _
A cause the extinction of tigers B increase the amount of Chinese medicine
C increase the price of body parts D increase the amount of Chinese medicine
Mark letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to the original sentence in each of the following questions.
33 “Tsunami” is a Japanese word This word means “harbor wave”
A “Tsunami” is a Japanese word which it means “harbor wave”
B “Tsunami” is a Japanese word it means “harbor wave”
C “Tsunami” is a Japanese word which means “harbor wave”
D “Tsunami” means “harbor wave” is a Japanese word
34 He said to me “I can’t do this test”
A He said to me that I can’t do that test
B He said to me that I couldn’t do this test
C He said to me that he couldn’t do this test
D He said to me that he couldn’t do that test
35 Although the traffic was bad yesterday, I arrived at the meeting on time
A So bad was the traffic yesterday that I arrived at the meeting on time
B Because the traffic was bad yesterday, I arrived at the meeting on time
C In spite of the traffic was bad yesterday, I arrived at the meeting on time
D Despite the bad traffic yesterday, I arrived at the meeting on time
36 People believe that the wanted man is living in New York
A The wanted man is believed that he is living in New York
B The wanted man is believed to be living in New York
C It is believed to be living in New York
D It was believed that the wanted man is living in New York
37 We didn’t have enough money to buy the picture.
A The picture was too expensive for us to buy
B The pucture was too cheap to buy it
C The picture wasn’t so expensive for us to buy it
D The picture was too expensive that we couldn’t buy it
38 Claudia didn’t have an umbrella, so she got wet.
A If Claudia had an umbrella, she wouldn’t get wet
B Claudia didn’t get wet because she had an umbrella
C If Claudia had had an umbrella, she wouldn’t have got wet
D If Claudia has an umbrella, she won’t get wet
39 To find a house in this city is difficult
A It's impossible to buy a house in this city
B It's difficult to find a house in this city
C It's very difficult to build a house in this city
D It costs a lot to rent a house in this city
40 John and Mary have been married for five years.
A John and Mary's marriage life lasted five years
B It took John and Mary five years to prepare their wedding
C It is five years since John and Mary got married
D John and Mary got married after five years of being friends.
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Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
1 A vocalno B locate C oversleep D icon
2 A mushroom B sculpture C fabulous D butter
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions.
3 A surface B remind C wander D spacecraft
4 A benefit B commercial C encourage D embroider
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each
of the following questions.
5 You need your shoes to repair, don’t you?
9 The crowd at the basketball game were wild _ excitement
A for B like C in D with
10 Millions of Africans were sold into between the 17th and 19th centuries
A freedom B independence C slavery D liberty
11 Which is _, Mount Everest or K2 in the Himalaya?
A higher B the higher C highest D the highest
12 Tam returned the books he borrowed 2 days ago to the library
A who B whom C which D that
13 The school _ all the students to take an interest in arts
A noticed B encouraged C supposed D managed
14 I like sitting on the beach watching the in the evenings
A sunshine B sunrise C sunlight D sunset
15 Oh no, we just have flour left, not enough for a cake
A few B a few C little D a little
16 He managed to keep his job _ the manager had threatened to sack him
A therefore B although C despite D unless
17 Most developing countries are in of capital and technical assistance
Trang 3618 _ extended family include several generations living together in the same house.
A Because they can pollute the environment B How come? Who can do that?
C That's a very good idea Let's do that D What about this weekend?
20 Phuong: "I'm taking my TOEFL test tomorrow." - Daisy:" _"
A Good fortune B Good outcome C Good luck D Good success.
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following questions.
21 Don't worry, you can count on me I'll try my best to help you
A look after B live on C rely on D stand for
22 We had a discussion in class today about requiring students to wear school uniforms
A ban B arrangement C reduction D debate
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following questions.
23 A small fish needs camouflage to hide itself so that ít enemies cannot find it
A cover B beautify C show D locate
24 Solar energy doesn't cause pollution, but it is not cheap
A expensive B effective C commercial D possible
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct word
or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
When Scotsman Alexander Graham Bell (25) _ the telephone in 1876, it was arevolution in communication (26) _ the first time, people could talk to each other overgreat distances almost as clearly as if they were in the same room Nowadays, though, we (27) _ use Bell’s invention for taking photographs, (28) _ the Internet orwatching video clips rather than talking Over the last two decades a new (29) _ ofspoken communication has emerged: the mobile phone
25 A invented B is invented C invented D was invented
26 A As B By C For D Since
27 A increase B increased C increasing D increasingly
28 A accessing B contacting C entering D searching
29 A aids B means C tools D ways
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer
to each of the questions.
Did you know that on average we forget about 80% of the medical information a doctormight give us? This fascinating information came to light as a result of a study carried out byUtrecht University What is even more interesting is that almost half of what we think weremember is wrong
Why do you think this is? Well, it’s not as complicated as you may think You see, going
to the doctor fills most people with anxiety and when we are really nervous and stressed we are
Trang 37more likely to focus on the diagnosis rather than the treatment Therefore, we know what iswrong with as but have no idea what to do about it.
Here are some good tips to keep in mind when seeing a doctor Always write down anyimportant information What would be even better is, if your doctor agreed, to record your
consultation This way, you can replay the advice at home, where you are more likely to absorb
it If you believe the situation is serious or you’re really worried, seek the help of a familymember Just ask them to accompany you to listen in This way you can be sure about what thedoctor has told you and avoid falling into the same trap that most people do
30 According to the passage, the information doctors give us _
A is about 50% wrong B is only 80% correct
C is mostly forgotten D is usually not enough
31 The word “complicated” in the passage is opposite in meaning to _.
A good B quick C short D simple
32 The author says that when people consult a doctor, _
A they always believe that their situation is serious
B they are interested in knowing what they should do
C they only want to know what is wrong with them
D they usually have a family member with them
33 The word “absorb” in the passage is closest in meaning to _.
A digest B inhale C swallow D take in
34 The author suggests recording the consultant in order to _
A play it to your family members to get their opinions
B refer to it later to better understand your condition
C replay it to write down any important information
D use it as evidence against your doctor if necessary
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the following questions.
35 It’s possible that the exam result will be announced next week.
A The exam result might be announced next week
B The exam result will surely be announced next week
C We may receive very good exam result next week
D They are going to give us the exam result next week
36 Yesterday it was a little cooler than it is today.
A Today it is slightly warmer than it was yesterday
B Today it is much warmer than it was yesterday
C Yesterday it was so cool, and today is so cool too
D I wish it was cool today as it was yesterday
37 It would be quite wrong for us to lock the dog in the house for a week.
A We’d better not lock the dog in the house for a week
B The dog was wrong, so we locked it in the house for a week
C We locked the dog in the house for a week, and it was quite wrong
D We can’t lock the dog in the house for a week
38 "Why don’t you put a better lock on the door?" said my friend.
Trang 38A I suggested that my friend should put a better lock on the door.
B My friend advised me to put a better lock on the door
C My friend and I suggested putting a better lock on the door
D I got my friend to put a better lock on the door
39 When the electricity was cut off, we went out for dinner.
A We had dinner at the restaurant because of a power cut
B The power was cut off just as we were going out for dinner
C We were having dinner at a restaurant when the power failed
D We went out for dinner, so the electricity was cut off
40 We will try our best to finish the work even if it is very hard.
A Despite hard working, we will try our best to finish the work
B Although the work is hard, we will try our best to finish it
C If the work is hard, we will try our finish it
D We will try our best to finish the work unless it is too hard
_ The end _
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Mark the letter A, B, c, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from that of the rest in each of the following questions.
1 A underground B packaging C global D galaxy
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions.
4 A scientific B adventurous C alternative D contaminate
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each
of the following questions.
5 Ice skating and to go skiing are popular winter sports in the Northern United States
8 The secretary to _ I talked didn't know where the meeting was
A which B who C that D whom
9 There has not been much supply of water recently, _?
A does there B has there C hasn't there D has it
10 _it is getting dark, we will not wait for him any longer
A Unless B While C Although D Since
11 - “When _?” -“In 1928.”
A penicillin was discovered B penicillin discovered
C was penicillin discovered D did penicillin discover
12 When it began to rain, the children _ in the yard
A played B were playing C have played D had played
13 She had changed so much that _anyone recognized her
Trang 39A almost B hardly C not D nearly
14 Our form teacher couldn't come to the party, _was a pity
15 The average _ of pocket money received by teenagers fell to £4 a week this year
16 Captain Henry, _, crept slowly through the underbrush
A trying to avoid the enemy B attempting not to encounter the enemy
C being remote from the enemy D not involving himself in the enemy
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges.
17 - “I learned that you won the 100-meter race this morning Congratulations!”
- “ _”
A Thank you B No, don't say so C Just lucky D No, no I ran slowly
18.- “Would you like to come to dinner next Friday?”
- “ _”
A Certainly not B Unfortunately not C I'm afraid, I can't D I hope not
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following questions.
19 Children normally feel a lot of anxiety about their first day at school
A nervousness B silence C self-control D agreement
20 The 1923 earthquake in Japan killed about 200.000 people and left countless wounded and homeless
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following questions.
21 If we had taken his sage advice, we wouldn't be in so much trouble now
22 They always look down on people who are poor
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word
or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Will robots change our lives in the future? It's a funny question to ask when they're changing our lives now in so many ways and they have been for years From the first time you saw a toaster (23) _ by itself, we've casually accepted that machines can be trusted to do things for us
Right now all modern technology is designed to (24) _ the world to you: phone, radio, television, internet, but if trends continue, robots will soon bring you to the world,
everywhere, and at the (25) _of thought
It's a future goal - something we know we (26) _ do Robots won't just change ourlives in the future, they'll expand them Not just for fun but for necessity We've taken the first steps into welcoming them (27) _ our homes, we just have to wait a bit to proctor them into making US more human Do you agree?
23 A pop up B to pop up C popping up D popped up
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer
to each of the questions.
American foods began to affect the rest of the world American emphasis on convenientand rapid consumption is best represented in fast foods such as hamburgers, French fries, and
Trang 40soft drinks By the 1960s and 1970s fast foods became one of America's strongest exports asfranchises for Me Donald's and Burger King spread through Europe and other parts of the world,including Russia and China Traditional meals cooked at home and consumed at a leisurely pacegave way to quick lunches and dinners eaten on the run as other countries imitated Americancultural patterns.
By the late 20lh century Americans had become more conscious of their diets, eating morepoultry, fish and vegetables, and fewer eggs and less beef Cooks began to rediscover manyworld cuisines in forms closer to their original In California, chefs combined fresh fruits andvegetables available with ingredients and spices borrowed from immigrant kitchens to create aninnovative cooking style that was lighter than traditional French, but more interesting and varied
than typical American cuisine Along with the state's wines, California cuisine took its place
among the acknowledged forms of fine dining
28 Fast foods such as hamburgers, French fries, and soft drinks _
A are popular because of their nutritious values
B are traditional meals of the US people
C became more popular than meals cooked at home in China
D became popular with other European and Asian countries
29 Which of the following is similar in meaning to the word “cuisine”?
30 What is the main idea of the first paragraph?
A America's cuisine used to have an influence on many countries
B Fast foods became one of America's strongest exports
C Me Donald’s and Burger King are American food suppliers successful in Europe
D Traditional meals cooked at home are not common in the US
31 Which of the following statements is true?
A By the late 20th century, fast foods had lost their popularity in the US
B Americans used to eat more poultry, fish, fruits and vegetables than they do now
C Cooking styles of other countries began to affect Americans by the late 20th century
D Fewer eggs and less beef in American diet made them fitter
32 An innovative style of cooking was created in California _
A to attract more immigrants to the state
B and made the state’s wines well-known
C by borrowing recipes from immigrant kitchens
D by combining the local specialties with immigrants spices
Mark letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to the original sentence in each of the following questions.
33 Despite the fact that it was snowing, I didn’t feel cold.
A In spite of the snow, I felt quite cold
B In spite of feeling warm, it was snowing
C Although it was snowing, I didn’t feel cold
D Although I didn’t feel cold, it was snowing
34 People say that prevention is better than cure.
A That prevention is said is better than cure
B It is said that prevention is better than cure
C Prevention is better that cure is said by people
D Prevention says to be better than cure
35 He said, “If I have a pen, I can write the answers”.
A He said if he had a pen, he could write the answers
B He told me to give him a pen to write the answers
C He could write the answers because he had my pen
D I could write the answers if he gave me his pen