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Trang 1Sở giáo dục - đào tạo Thái Bình The first forty - five - minute test of English 12
Trờng THPT Bắc Đông Quan Number 121
Full name: Class: Question I: Phonetics
1 Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the rest
2 Pick out the word that has the stress pattern different from that of the other words:
A romantic B partnership C appearance D determine
3 Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the rest
4 Pick out the word that has the stress pattern different from that of the other words:
5 Pick out the word that has the stress pattern different from that of the other words:
Question II: Grammar and vocabulary: Choose the best answer to complete each sentence
6 Ann has just moved into her new house and tonight she is giving a …………party
A new house B new home C house - warming D warming - house
7 My children are very …… They often do what I tell them to do
A obedient B close - knit C supportive D mischievous
8 Sorry, I can t stop now I ’ …… to an important meeting
9 I in the room right now.…
10 In my family, my mother is always the first one ……… in the morning
11 Why didn t you talk to your parents before ’ … such an important decision?
12 I can t get Tessa on the phone I ’ …… all afternnon
A am trying B try C will have tried D have been trying
13 The bank told me last week there was no money in my account I … it all
14 Physical …… sometimes blinds us
A attaction B attractiveness C attractive D attractively
15 Laura depends …… her husband for everything
16 A taxi collided with his car ten minutes ago, but the police … yet
A hasn t come’ B hadn t come ’ C haven t come’ D didn t come’
17 A survey was made to determine the students attitudes towards love and marriage.’
18 We were asked not to disturb the baby because he ……
19 While Steve was washing his car, he …… some dents in the doors
A was discovering B had discovered C discovered D discovers
20 She s old enough now to be attracted boys.’ …
21 UN leaders are working hard to find a peaceful to the conflict.…
22 I ll wait here until she ’ ……
A will return B returns C is returning D will have returned
23 By the time I go to bed tonight, I my work for the day.…
A will finish B have finished C will have finished D will be finishing
24 …… Java Man, who lived before the first Ice Age, is the first manlike animal
A It is generally believed that
C Believed generally is B Generally believed it isD That it is generally believed
25 How big is your family? - ………
A We are seven B It s 7 people’ C There are 7 of us D We have 7 people
26 A conical leaf hat can protect people …… sun or rain
27 The guests give newly wedded couples envelopes …… money
28 It isn t raining hard You needn t take along a raincoat ’ ’ …………
A A hat is OK B A hat will good C A hat is nice D A hat will do
29 + Pitt: You really have a nice dress I ve never seen such a perfect thing on you - Sue “ ’ ” “………… ”
A Haven t you?’ B I am so happy C Really? D Thanks That s a nice compliment.’
30 Ten years …… a long time to wait
Question III: Choose the underlined part which needs correcting
31 He knew that he will be able to pass the exam
A B C D 34 I asked her that she had seen that film before. A B C D 32.The most simple way to apologise is to say I m“ ’
sorry.”
A B C D
35.“Not to forget to post the letter for me, Ba ”
said
A B C D
33 He asked me what did I do the previous morning
A B C D 36 In Vietnam, 3 or 4 generations live in one roof. A B C D Question IV: Which of the following expresses the same ideas?
Trang 237 I last saw Ba 5 years ago
A I haven t seen Ba for 5 years ago B I haven t seen Ba for 5 years.’ ’
C I have seen Ba for 5 years D I haven t seen Ba 5 years ago.’
38 I was at home last night, he said.“ ”
A He told me that he had been at home the previous night B He said I was at home last night
C He said that he has been at home last night D He said that he was at home the night before
39 I ll never play computer games again, the boy said.“ ’ ”
A.The boy said he ll never play computer games again B.The boy said I d never play computer games again.’ ’
C The boy promised to play computer games again D The boy promised not to play computer games again
40 I m sorry I broke my promise, Lan said.“ ’ ”
A Lan said she was sorry she had broken her promise B Lan apologized she broke her promise
C Lan apologized for having broken her promise D Lan apologized for breaking my promise
Question V: Read the passage and decide which answer best fits each space.
Throughout the world there are different (…41) for people to greet each other In much of the world, a handshake is the (…42) form of welcoming and greeting someone In many countries around the Mediterranean sea, a (…43) kiss on the cheek is the appropriate way to welcome friends and family It can be
a very big surprise (…44) you expect to shake hands and get a kiss or a hug instead At times, it is difficult to tell what sort of greeting custom is followed People may bow, grab another s arm or even slap the other’
person on the back In some places, people just smile, look at the other s face and say ( 45).’ …
Question VI: Read the passage and choose the best answer to each question.
The United States has been criticized for its treatment of its elderly citizens Although in many other countries the elderly usually live with their children s family, many older Americans live alone, without the close’
companionship of their children This situation is sometimes blamed on the selfishness of the younger“ ”
generation but a closer look shows that many of the elderly prefer to maintain their independent lives Research on the situation of the elderly in America has shown that while grandparents are delighted to be visited periodically by their children and grandchildren, they prefer to continue living in the surroundings that they are familiar with This suggests that children should permit their parents to live alone if they wish to, and should encourage them to maintain close ties to the rest of the family
46 There are …… living alone in America than in other countries.
A fewer elderly people B more elderly people C as many elderly people D less elderly people
47 What do some people see as the cause of this situation? - ………
A The society of the USA treats its elderly people as troubles
B The young people usually trouble their elderly of their own
C The government concerns hardly about the elderly people D The young people are too selfish
48 Many of the elderly Americans want to ………
A lead their independent lives B live at their sons or daughters homes.’ ’
C live with their friends in their hometown D All are correct
49 American grandparents ………
A don t like to be visited by their children and grandchildren ’
B are delighted to be visited periodically by their children and grandchildren
C prefer to continue living in the surroundings that they are familiar with D both B and C
50 The writer advises the young people ……
A not to let the elderly of their families live alone B to let the elderly of their families live alone
C to respect the wishes of their elderly parents D not to maintain close ties to the rest of the family
-The
end -Sở giáo dục - đào tạo Thái Bình The first forty - five - minute test of English 12
Trờng THPT Bắc Đông Quan Number 122
Full name: Class:
Question I: Choose the underlined part which needs correcting
1 He asked me what did I do the previous morning
A B C D 4 In Vietnam, 3 or 4 generations live in one roof. A B C D 2.The most simple way to apologise is to say I m sorry.“ ’ ”
A B C D 5.“Not to forget to post the letter for me, Ba said. A B C D ”
3 He knew that he will be able to pass the exam
A B C D 6 I asked her that she had seen that film before. A B C D
Question II: Which of the following expresses the same ideas?
7 I m sorry I broke my promise, Lan said.“ ’ ”
A Lan said she was sorry she had broken her promise B Lan apologized she broke her promise
C Lan apologized for breaking my promise D Lan apologized for having broken her promise
8 I ll never play computer games again, the boy said.“ ’ ”
A The boy said he ll never play computer games again B.The boy said I d never play computer games again.’ ’
C The boy promised not to play computer games again D The boy promised to play computer games again
9 I was at home last night, he said.“ ”
A He said I was at home last night B He told me that he had been at home the previous night
C He said that he has been at home last night D He said that he was at home the night before
10 I last saw Ba 5 years ago
A I haven t seen Ba for 5 years B I haven t seen Ba for 5 years ago ’ ’
C I have seen Ba for 5 years D I haven t seen Ba 5 years ago.’
Question III: Read the passage and decide which answer best fits each space.
Throughout the world there are different (…11) for people to greet each other In much of the world, a handshake is the ( 12) form of welcoming and greeting someone In many countries around the…
Trang 3Mediterranean sea, a (…13) kiss on the cheek is the appropriate way to welcome friends and family It can be
a very big surprise (…14) you expect to shake hands and get a kiss or a hug instead At times, it is difficult to tell what sort of greeting custom is followed People may bow, grab another s arm or even slap the other’
person on the back In some places, people just smile, look at the other s face and say ( 1’ … 5).
Question IV: Read the passage and choose the best answer to each question.
The United States has been criticized for its treatment of its elderly citizens Although in many other countries the elderly usually live with their children’s family, many older Americans live alone, without the close companionship of their children This situation is sometimes blamed on the “selfishness” of the younger generation but a closer look shows that many of the elderly prefer to maintain their independent lives Research on the situation of the elderly in America has shown that while grandparents are delighted to be visited periodically by their children and grandchildren, they prefer to continue living in the surroundings that they are familiar with This suggests that children should permit their parents to live alone if they wish to, and should encourage them to maintain close ties to the rest of the family.
16 The writer advises the young people ……
A not to let the elderly of their families live alone B to let the elderly of their families live alone
C not to maintain close ties to the rest of the family D to respect the wishes of their elderly parents
17 American grandparents ………
A don t like to be visited by their children and grandchildren ’
B prefer to continue living in the surroundings that they are familiar with
C are delighted to be visited periodically by their children and grandchildren D both B and C
18 Many of the elderly Americans want to ………
A live at their sons or daughters homes B lead their independent lives ’ ’
C live with their friends in their hometown D All are correct
19 What do some people see as the cause of this situation? - ………
A The society of the USA treats its elderly people as troubles
B The young people usually trouble their elderly of their own
C The young people are too selfish D The government concerns hardly about the elderly people
20 There are …… living alone in America than in other countries
A more elderly people B fewer elderly people C as many elderly people D less elderly people
Question V : Phonetics
21 Pick out the word that has the stress pattern different from that of the other words:
22 Pick out the word that has the stress pattern different from that of the other words:
23 Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the rest
24 Pick out the word that has the stress pattern different from that of the other words:
25 Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the rest
Question VI: Grammar and vocabulary: Choose the best answer to complete each sentence
26 I in the room right now.…
A have been being B am being C was being D am
27 Sorry, I can t stop now I ’ …… to an important meeting
28 My children are very …… They often do what I tell them to do
A close - knit B mischievous C supportive D obedient
29 Ann has just moved into her new house and tonight she is giving a …………party
A new house B house - warming C new home D warming - house
30 + Pitt: You really have a nice dress I ve never seen such a perfect thing on you - Sue “ ’ ” “………… ”
A Haven t you?’ B I am so happy C Really? D Thanks That s a nice compliment.’
31 It isn t raining hard You needn t take along a raincoat ’ ’ …………
A A hat is OK B A hat will do C A hat is nice D A hat will good
32 The guests give newly wedded couples envelopes …… money
33 How big is your family? - ………
A We are seven B There are 7 of us C It s 7 people’ D We have 7 people
34 A conical leaf hat can protect people …… sun or rain
35 …… Java Man, who lived before the first Ice Age, is the first manlike animal
A That it is generally believed
C Believed generally is B Generally believed it isD It is generally believed that
36 By the time I go to bed tonight, I my work for the day.…
A will have finished B have finished C will finish D will be finishing
37 I ll wait here until she ’ ……
A will return B will have returned C is returning D returns
38 UN leaders are working hard to find a peaceful to the conflict.…
Trang 439 She s old enough now to be attracted boys.’ …
40 While Steve was washing his car, he …… some dents in the doors
A was discovering B had discovered C discovers D discovered
41 We were asked not to disturb the baby because he ……
42 A survey was made to determine the students attitudes towards love and marriage.’
43 A taxi collided with his car ten minutes ago, but the police … yet
A hasn t come’ B haven t come’ C hadn t come’ D didn t come’
44 Laura depends …… her husband for everything
45 Physical …… sometimes blinds us
A attaction B attractively C attractive D attractiveness
46 The bank told me last week there was no money in my account I … it all
47 I can t get Tessa on the phone I ’ …… all afternnon
A am trying B try C have been trying D will have tried
48 Why didn t you talk to your parents before ’ … such an important decision?
49 In my family, my mother is always the first one ……… in the morning
50 Ten years …… a long time to wait
-The
end -Sở giáo dục - đào tạo Thái Bình The first forty - five - minute test of English 12
Trờng THPT Bắc Đông Quan Number 123
Full name: Class:
Question I: Grammar and vocabulary: Choose the best answer to complete each sentence
1 I in the room right now.…
2 Sorry, I can t stop now I ’ …… to an important meeting
3 My children are very …… They often do what I tell them to do
A obedient B close - knit C supportive D mischievous
4 Ann has just moved into her new house and tonight she is giving a …………party
A new house B new home C house - warming D warming - house
5 I can t get Tessa on the phone I ’ …… all afternnon
A am trying B try C will have tried D have been trying
6 Why didn t you talk to your parents before ’ … such an important decision?
7 In my family, my mother is always the first one ……… in the morning
8 While Steve was washing his car, he …… some dents in the doors
A was discovering B had discovered C discovered D discovers
9 We were asked not to disturb the baby because he ……
10 A survey was made to determine the students attitudes towards love and marriage.’
11 A taxi collided with his car ten minutes ago, but the police … yet
A hasn t come’ B hadn t come ’ C haven t come’ D didn t come’
12 Laura depends …… her husband for everything
13 Physical …… sometimes blinds us
A attaction B attractiveness C attractive D attractively
14 The bank told me last week there was no money in my account I … it all
15 Ten years …… a long time to wait
16 + Pitt: You really have a nice dress I ve never seen such a perfect thing on you - Sue “ ’ ” “………… ”
A Haven t you?’ B I am so happy C Really? D Thanks That s a nice compliment.’
17 It isn t raining hard You needn t take along a raincoat ’ ’ …………
A A hat is OK B A hat will good C A hat is nice D A hat will do
18 The guests give newly wedded couples envelopes …… money
19 How big is your family? - ………
A We are seven B It s 7 people’ C There are 7 of us D We have 7 people
20 A conical leaf hat can protect people …… sun or rain
21 …… Java Man, who lived before the first Ice Age, is the first manlike animal
A It is generally believed that
C Believed generally is B Generally believed it isD That it is generally believed
22 By the time I go to bed tonight, I my work for the day.…
A will finish B have finished C will have finished D will be finishing
22 I ll wait here until she ’ ……
A will return B returns C is returning D will have returned
Trang 524 UN leaders are working hard to find a peaceful to the conflict.…
25 She s old enough now to be attracted boys.’ …
Question II: Read the passage and decide which answer best fits each space.
Throughout the world there are different (…26) for people to greet each other In much of the world, a handshake is the (…27) form of welcoming and greeting someone In many countries around the Mediterranean sea, a (…28) kiss on the cheek is the appropriate way to welcome friends and family It can be
a very big surprise (…29) you expect to shake hands and get a kiss or a hug instead At times, it is difficult to tell what sort of greeting custom is followed People may bow, grab another s arm or even slap the other’
person on the back In some places, people just smile, look at the other s face and say ( 30’ … ).
Question III: Choose the underlined part which needs correcting
31.The most simple way to apologise is to say I m“ ’
sorry.”
A B C D
34.“Not to forget to post the letter for me, Ba ”
said
A B C D
32 He knew that he will be able to pass the exam
A B C D 35 I asked her that she had seen that film before. A B C D
33 He asked me what did I do the previous morning
A B C D 36 In Vietnam, 3 or 4 generations live in one roof. A B C D Question IV: Which of the following expresses the same ideas?
37 I was at home last night, he said.“ ”
A He told me that he had been at home the previous night B He said I was at home last night
C He said that he has been at home last night D He said that he was at home the night before
38 I last saw Ba 5 years ago
A I haven t seen Ba for 5 years ago B I haven t seen Ba for 5 years.’ ’
C I have seen Ba for 5 years D I haven t seen Ba 5 years ago.’
39 I m sorry I broke my promise, Lan said.“ ’ ”
A Lan said she was sorry she had broken her promise B Lan apologized she broke her promise
C Lan apologized for having broken her promise D Lan apologized for breaking my promise
40 I ll never play computer games again, the boy said.“ ’ ”
A.The boy said he ll never play computer games again B.The boy said I d never play computer games again.’ ’
C The boy promised to play computer games again D The boy promised not to play computer games again
Question V: Read the passage and choose the best answer to each question.
The United States has been criticized for its treatment of its elderly citizens Although in many other countries the elderly usually live with their children’s family, many older Americans live alone, without the close companionship of their children This situation is sometimes blamed on the “selfishness” of the younger generation but a closer look shows that many of the elderly prefer to maintain their independent lives Research on the situation of the elderly in America has shown that while grandparents are delighted to be visited periodically by their children and grandchildren, they prefer to continue living in the surroundings that they are familiar with This suggests that children should permit their parents to live alone if they wish to, and should encourage them to maintain close ties to the rest of the family.
41 Many of the elderly Americans want to ………
A lead their independent lives B live at their sons or daughters homes.’ ’
C live with their friends in their hometown D All are correct
42 What do some people see as the cause of this situation? - ………
A The society of the USA treats its elderly people as troubles
B The young people usually trouble their elderly of their own
C The government concerns hardly about the elderly people D The young people are too selfish
43 There are …… living alone in America than in other countries
A fewer elderly people B more elderly people C as many elderly people D less elderly people
44 The writer advises the young people ……
A not to let the elderly of their families live alone B to let the elderly of their families live alone
C to respect the wishes of their elderly parents D not to maintain close ties to the rest of the family
45 American grandparents ………
A don t like to be visited by their children and grandchildren ’
B are delighted to be visited periodically by their children and grandchildren
C prefer to continue living in the surroundings that they are familiar with D both B and C
QuestionV I: Phonetics
46 Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the rest
47 Pick out the word that has the stress pattern different from that of the other words:
A romantic B partnership C appearance D determine
48 Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the rest
49 Pick out the word that has the stress pattern different from that of the other words:
50 Pick out the word that has the stress pattern different from that of the other words:
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end -Sở giáo dục - đào tạo Thái Bình The first forty - five - minute test of English 12
Trờng THPT Bắc Đông Quan Number 124
Full name: Class:
Question I: Which of the following expresses the same ideas?
1 I m sorry I broke my promise, Lan said.“ ’ ”
A Lan said she was sorry she had broken her promise B Lan apologized she broke her promise
C Lan apologized for breaking my promise D Lan apologized for having broken her promise
2 I ll never play computer games again, the boy said.“ ’ ”
A The boy said he ll never play computer games again B.The boy said I d never play computer games again.’ ’
C The boy promised not to play computer games again D The boy promised to play computer games again
3 I was at home last night, he said.“ ”
A He said I was at home last night B He told me that he had been at home the previous night
C He said that he has been at home last night D He said that he was at home the night before
4 I last saw Ba 5 years ago
A I haven t seen Ba for 5 years B I haven t seen Ba for 5 years ago ’ ’
C I have seen Ba for 5 years D I haven t seen Ba 5 years ago.’
Question II: Choose the underlined part which needs correcting
5 He asked me what did I do the previous morning
A B C D 8 In Vietnam, 3 or 4 generations live in one roof. A B C D 6.The most simple way to apologise is to say I m sorry.“ ’ ”
A B C D 9.“Not to forget to post the letter for me, Basaid ”
A B C D
7 He knew that he will be able to pass the exam
A B C D 10 I asked her that she had seen that film before. A B C D
Question III: Read the passage and decide which answer best fits each space.
Throughout the world there are different (…11) for people to greet each other In much of the world, a handshake is the (…12) form of welcoming and greeting someone In many countries around the Mediterranean sea, a (…13) kiss on the cheek is the appropriate way to welcome friends and family It can be
a very big surprise (…14) you expect to shake hands and get a kiss or a hug instead At times, it is difficult to tell what sort of greeting custom is followed People may bow, grab another s arm or even slap the other’
person on the back In some places, people just smile, look at the other s face and say (’ …15).
Question IV : Phonetics
16 Pick out the word that has the stress pattern different from that of the other words:
17 Pick out the word that has the stress pattern different from that of the other words:
18 Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the rest
19 Pick out the word that has the stress pattern different from that of the other words:
20 Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the rest
Question V: Grammar and vocabulary: Choose the best answer to complete each sentence
21 I in the room right now.…
A have been being B am being C was being D am
22 Sorry, I can t stop now I ’ …… to an important meeting
23 My children are very …… They often do what I tell them to do
A close - knit B mischievous C supportive D obedient
24 Ann has just moved into her new house and tonight she is giving a …………party
A new house B house - warming C new home D warming - house
25 While Steve was washing his car, he …… some dents in the doors
A was discovering B had discovered C discovers D discovered
26 We were asked not to disturb the baby because he ……
27 A survey was made to determine the students attitudes towards love and marriage.’
28 A taxi collided with his car ten minutes ago, but the police … yet
A hasn t come’ B haven t come’ C hadn t come’ D didn t come’
29 Laura depends …… her husband for everything
30 Physical …… sometimes blinds us
A attaction B attractively C attractive D attractiveness
31 The bank told me last week there was no money in my account I … it all
32 I can t get Tessa on the phone I ’ …… all afternnon
A am trying B try C have been trying D will have tried
33 Why didn t you talk to your parents before ’ … such an important decision?
Trang 734 In my family, my mother is always the first one ……… in the morning.
35 …… Java Man, who lived before the first Ice Age, is the first manlike animal
A That it is generally believed
C Believed generally is B Generally believed it isD It is generally believed that
36 By the time I go to bed tonight, I my work for the day.…
A will have finished B have finished C will finish D will be finishing
37 I ll wait here until she ’ ……
A will return B will have returned C is returning D returns
38 UN leaders are working hard to find a peaceful to the conflict.…
39 She s old enough now to be attracted boys.’ …
40 Ten years …… a long time to wait
41 + Pitt: You really have a nice dress I ve never seen such a perfect thing on you - Sue “ ’ ” “………… ”
A Haven t you?’ B I am so happy C Really? D Thanks That s a nice compliment.’
42 It isn t raining hard You needn t take along a raincoat ’ ’ …………
A A hat is OK B A hat will do C A hat is nice D A hat will good
43 The guests give newly wedded couples envelopes …… money
44 How big is your family? - ………
A We are seven B There are 7 of us C It s 7 people’ D We have 7 people
45 A conical leaf hat can protect people …… sun or rain
Question VI: Read the passage and choose the best answer to each question.
The United States has been criticized for its treatment of its elderly citizens Although in many other countries the elderly usually live with their children’s family, many older Americans live alone, without the close companionship of their children This situation is sometimes blamed on the “selfishness” of the younger generation but a closer look shows that many of the elderly prefer to maintain their independent lives Research on the situation of the elderly in America has shown that while grandparents are delighted to be visited periodically by their children and grandchildren, they prefer to continue living in the surroundings that they are familiar with This suggests that children should permit their parents to live alone if they wish to, and should encourage them to maintain close ties to the rest of the family.
46 What do some people see as the cause of this situation? - ………
A The society of the USA treats its elderly people as troubles
B The young people usually trouble their elderly of their own
C The young people are too selfish D The government concerns hardly about the elderly people
47 There are …… living alone in America than in other countries
A more elderly people B fewer elderly people C as many elderly people D less elderly people
48 The writer advises the young people ……
A not to let the elderly of their families live alone B to let the elderly of their families live alone
C not to maintain close ties to the rest of the family D to respect the wishes of their elderly parents
49 American grandparents ………
A don t like to be visited by their children and grandchildren ’
B prefer to continue living in the surroundings that they are familiar with
C are delighted to be visited periodically by their children and grandchildren D both B and C
50 Many of the elderly Americans want to ………
A live at their sons or daughters homes B lead their independent lives ’ ’
C live with their friends in their hometown D All are correct
-The
end -Sở giáo dục - đào tạo Thái Bình The first forty - five - minute test of English 12
Trờng THPT Bắc Đông Quan Number 125
Full name: Class:
Question I: Read the passage and choose the best answer to each question.
The United States has been criticized for its treatment of its elderly citizens Although in many other countries the elderly usually live with their children’s family, many older Americans live alone, without the close companionship of their children This situation is sometimes blamed on the “selfishness” of the younger generation but a closer look shows that many of the elderly prefer to maintain their independent lives Research on the situation of the elderly in America has shown that while grandparents are delighted to be visited periodically by their children and grandchildren, they prefer to continue living in the surroundings that they are familiar with This suggests that children should permit their parents to live alone if they wish to, and should encourage them to maintain close ties to the rest of the family.
1 There are …… living alone in America than in other countries
A fewer elderly people B more elderly people C as many elderly people D less elderly people
2 American grandparents ………
A don t like to be visited by their children and grandchildren ’
B are delighted to be visited periodically by their children and grandchildren
C prefer to continue living in the surroundings that they are familiar with D both B and C
3 Many of the elderly Americans want to ………
Trang 8A lead their independent lives B live at their sons or daughters homes.’ ’
C live with their friends in their hometown D All are correct
4 What do some people see as the cause of this situation? - ………
A The society of the USA treats its elderly people as troubles
B The young people usually trouble their elderly of their own
C The government concerns hardly about the elderly people D The young people are too selfish
5 The writer advises the young people ……
A not to let the elderly of their families live alone B to let the elderly of their families live alone
C to respect the wishes of their elderly parents D not to maintain close ties to the rest of the family
Question II: Grammar and vocabulary: Choose the best answer to complete each sentence
6 I in the room right now.…
7 Sorry, I can t stop now I ’ …… to an important meeting
8 My children are very …… They often do what I tell them to do
A obedient B close - knit C supportive D mischievous
9 Ann has just moved into her new house and tonight she is giving a …………party
A new house B new home C house - warming D warming - house
10 Laura depends …… her husband for everything
11 Physical …… sometimes blinds us
A attaction B attractiveness C attractive D attractively
12 The bank told me last week there was no money in my account I … it all
13 I can t get Tessa on the phone I ’ …… all afternnon
A am trying B try C will have tried D have been trying
14 Why didn t you talk to your parents before ’ … such an important decision?
15 In my family, my mother is always the first one ……… in the morning
16 I ll wait here until she ’ ……
A will return B returns C is returning D will have returned
17 UN leaders are working hard to find a peaceful to the conflict.…
18 She s old enough now to be attracted boys.’ …
19 Ten years …… a long time to wait
20 + Pitt: You really have a nice dress I ve never seen such a perfect thing on you - Sue “ ’ ” “………… ”
A Haven t you?’ B I am so happy C Really? D Thanks That s a nice compliment.’
21 It isn t raining hard You needn t take along a raincoat ’ ’ …………
A A hat is OK B A hat will good C A hat is nice D A hat will do
22 The guests give newly wedded couples envelopes …… money
23 How big is your family? - ………
A We are seven B It s 7 people’ C There are 7 of us D We have 7 people
24 A conical leaf hat can protect people …… sun or rain
25 …… Java Man, who lived before the first Ice Age, is the first manlike animal
A It is generally believed that
C Believed generally is B Generally believed it isD That it is generally believed
26 By the time I go to bed tonight, I my work for the day.…
A will finish B have finished C will have finished D will be finishing
27 While Steve was washing his car, he …… some dents in the doors
A was discovering B had discovered C discovered D discovers
28 We were asked not to disturb the baby because he ……
29 A survey was made to determine the students attitudes towards love and marriage.’
30 A taxi collided with his car ten minutes ago, but the police … yet
A hasn t come’ B hadn t come ’ C haven t come’ D didn t come’
Question III: Choose the underlined part which needs correcting
31 He knew that he will be able to pass the exam
A B C D 34 I asked her that she had seen that film before. A B C D
32 He asked me what did I do the previous morning
A B C D 35 In Vietnam, 3 or 4 generations live in one roof. A B C D 33.The most simple way to apologise is to say I m“ ’
sorry.”
A B C D
36.“Not to forget to post the letter for me, Ba ”
said
A B C D Question IV: Which of the following expresses the same ideas?
37 I last saw Ba 5 years ago
A I haven t seen Ba for 5 years ago B I haven t seen Ba for 5 years.’ ’
C I have seen Ba for 5 years D I haven t seen Ba 5 years ago.’
38 I ll never play computer games again, the boy said.“ ’ ”
A.The boy said he ll never play computer games again B.The boy said I d never play computer games again.’ ’
C The boy promised to play computer games again D The boy promised not to play computer games again
39 I m sorry I broke my promise, Lan said.“ ’ ”
Trang 9A Lan said she was sorry she had broken her promise B Lan apologized she broke her promise.
C Lan apologized for having broken her promise D Lan apologized for breaking my promise
40 I was at home last night, he said.“ ”
A He told me that he had been at home the previous night B He said I was at home last night
C He said that he has been at home last night D He said that he was at home the night before
Question V : Phonetics
41 Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the rest
42 Pick out the word that has the stress pattern different from that of the other words:
43 Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the rest
44 Pick out the word that has the stress pattern different from that of the other words:
45 Pick out the word that has the stress pattern different from that of the other words:
A romantic B partnership C appearance D determine
Question VI: Read the passage and decide which answer best fits each space.
Throughout the world there are different (…46) for people to greet each other In much of the world, a handshake is the (…47) form of welcoming and greeting someone In many countries around the Mediterranean sea, a (…48) kiss on the cheek is the appropriate way to welcome friends and family It can be
a very big surprise (…49) you expect to shake hands and get a kiss or a hug instead At times, it is difficult to tell what sort of greeting custom is followed People may bow, grab another s arm or even slap the other’
person on the back In some places, people just smile, look at the other s face and say ( 50’ … ).
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