REVISON FOR THE SECOND MIDTERM TEST – GRADE 11 – 2022 * Pronunciation Pick out the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from that of the rest 1 A invited B attended C celebrated D disp[.]
REVISON FOR THE SECOND MIDTERM TEST – GRADE 11 – 2022 * Pronunciation: Pick out the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from that of the rest: A invited B attended C celebrated D displayed A decided B reduced C.demolished D stretched A recommended B suggested C mentioned D polluted A academic B habitat C carbon D capture A ban B famine C master D faculty A itinerary B abundant C elegance D landscape Choose the word whose stress pattern is different from that of the other words A reduce B further C invite D reuse A.campus B enrol C enter D major A declare B nightlife C relic D complex A religious B masterpiece C prestigious D abundant A magnificent B associate C mausoleum D harmonious A emission B infectious C awareness D doctorate * Grammar and vocabulary: Choose the best answer: We will focus on the effects of global warming…………people’s health A at B on C in D for Global warming leads _ climate change A in B to C on D from Belinda missed a few months of school because of illness and found it difficult to keep with her classmates A on B off C down D up The alarming rate of………………….results in damage to the quality of the land A deforestation B deforate C deforestative D deforestatively You have to be highly to well in these subjects A competitive B competitor C competition D competed I wonder if you could tell me who was awarded the A scholar B scholastic C scholarship D scholarly Known as 'Ha Long Bay on Land', Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex is famous for its mountains, caves, and archaeological A excavations B sites C relics D heritages I got a diploma in business administration, but still sometimes wish I had been able to go to university and get a A certificate B diploma C degree D scholarship Carbon dioxide is one of primary…………that cause global warming A causes B greenhouse gases C diseases D climate change 10 The area near the palace gates was with tourists A full B crowded C flooded D covered 11 My brother …………….for a vocational scholarship three times A have applied B has applied C have been applying D has been applying 12 Jonathan ………………….in God since he was a child A believed B has believed C has been believing D have been believing 13.David three short stories this year and they are all published A writes B has written C was writing D has been writing 14.Nam computer science at Leeds University for five months A.is studying B studied C has been studying D.studies 15 At most institutions in the UK, the starts in September or October and runs until June or July A leap year B gap year C new year D academic year 16 When finishing an undergraduate course successfully, students can get ………………… … A postgraduate B a doctorate C a master’s degree D a bachelor’s degree 17 The public praised the local farmers for millions of trees of the surrounding hills A being planting B having planted C plant D being planted 18 The police suspected that strange van driver of and eaten many wild animals A hunting B hunted C having hunted D had hunted 19 _ trees around the house on the south and west sides, they can save up to about $ 250 a year on cooling and heating A To plant B To have planted C Being planted D Having planted 20 The Complex of Hue Monuments was the first site in Viet Nam to the World Heritage List A adding B to be added C to add D added Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions 21 Most of the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long was demolished in the early 20th century A rebuilt B pulled down C put up D pulled up 22 In addition to exploring the caves and grottos, and seeing its flora and fauna, visitors can also enjoy mountain climbing A flowers and plants B plants and animals C plants and vegetation D flowers and grass 23 Flood and drought are two major causes of famine A storm B shortage C hygiene D hunger Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions 24 Students also have the opportunity to choose from a wide range of optional courses in the university A mandatory B selective C free D limited 25 Though built almost five hundred years ago, the church remained practically intact A in perfection B in ruins C in chaos D in completion 26 Tourists can and see a lot in Ha Long Bay at a reasonable price A inexpensive B affordable C cheap D exorbitant Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges 27 Mary: I think I need some skills for getting a job first - Tom: …………… Now there are career-based courses A I don’t agree with you B No problem C I totally agree with you, Mary D Take care! 28 “Would you like to go to the band concert?” - ………………., but I have seen it already A No, I don’t B Yes, please C Thanks D No problem 29 “Sorry, I'm late! May I come in, Miss Millie?” – “ ” A Yes, come in, please! B Not right now C Let's it! D I guess so 30 “Do you mind if I use your dictionary for a while?” – “ ” A Yes, I don't mind B No, I don't think so C Yes, go ahead D No, go right ahead 31 As far as I know, doing charity work is a really helpful thing for everyone is the society.- A That sounds great B I couldn’t agree with you more C I’ll take part in this campaign D That’s fine for me 32.A: “I think reusing and recycling glass, plastic, paper and other products is the most effective way to help to reduce global warming?” – B: “ ” A Are you sure? B No problem C Forget it D.Yeah, that’s a great idea *Reading: Read the text and choose the best words to fill in the gaps: We have to something about pollution Even though there are warnings (1)……… global warming, companies don’t anything to reduce pollution Our sky, air, rivers, beaches and countryside are becoming rubbish dumps The air is so (2)………… it is giving children breathing problems Polluted rivers have no (3) ……… left in them and beaches are too dangerous to walk on because of the garbage everywhere It seems a lot of people don’t care I think there should be big fines for polluters I don’t mind paying more for things if they can be made with less pollution The problem is that companies are more interested in profits than pollution We have only just started looking at our carbon ( 4)…………… A about B with C at D on A pollution B pollutant C pollute D polluted A gold B fish C plants D sand A dioxide B damage C footprint D emission Read the text and choose the best words to fill in the gaps: British further education qualifications are respected by employers and academics worldwide There are two main types: academic courses, and vocational and professional courses Academic courses help you (1) for higher education at a university or college They aim to develop your analytical skills, critical thinking and knowledge (2) and professional courses give you the skills and qualification you need to enter and succeed in your chosen career They offer technical training and skills for the workplace British (3) education providers invest heavily in facilities - from libraries, computer centres and science laboratories to sports centres, theatres and arts studios Class sizes are restricted to ensure that you have access to equipment and enough time to talk to your tutors and lectures English is widely regarded as the language of business Studying in the UK helps you learn language quickly, through your studies, friends and everyday life If you need any additional support, (4) are lots of English language classes across the UK A get B prepare C make D support A occasional B vocational C optional D various A further B each C both D every A there B that C which D they 3.Read the text and choose the best words to fill in the gaps: What is so special about Hoi An is that this little port town is in an incredible state of (1)……… It offers some of the most densely-concentrated sights (2)………….Viet Nam with its old streets bordered with ancient houses and assembly halls, its pagodas, temples, ancient wells and tombs In total, more than a thousand places of interest The (3)………… of Hoi An is characterised by a harmonious blend of Vietnamese, Chinese and Japanese influences After many centuries, Hoi An is still respectful of its traditions, folk festivals, beliefs and of its sophisticated culinary art Set in a quiet environment, Hoi An is surrounded by peaceful villages that have crafts such (4)……… carpentry, bronze making, ceramic A preservation B preserve C preserved D to preserve A on B at C in D for A relics B architecture C symbol D geology A like B too C so D as Choose the best answer (A, B, C or D) to each question Edward is entering a university and has to decide what foreign language to study, since he needs 12 credits to graduate He studied Japanese by himself in high school and even had a chance to use some for it when he took a trip to Tokyo He enjoyed his trip very much and thought that maybe some day he would like to work for an international company based in Japan The reason why the university requires students to study a foreign language is that they feel that it makes the students more educated Edward doesn’t feel that this should be the main reason for studying a foreign language He thinks that being able to communicate with people from different cultures is far more important than just impressing people with your knowledge After considering the possibilities of studying German or French so that he could travel in Europe with little difficulty, he finally makes up his mind to continue his study of Japanese He feels that being good at Japanese would make it much easier for him to be accepted if he decides to work and live in Japan for some time One of the reasons for Edward to study a foreign language is that he………… A has just graduated from a high school B has just decided to enter a university C wants to impress people with his knowledge D needs certain credits to graduate Which of the following has nothing to with his final decision to continue his study of Japanese? A The university requires students to study that language B The university thinks that a foreign language makes the students more educated C Edward studied Japanese by himself and used it when he traveled in Tokyo D he hopes that some day he may work for a company in Japan For Edward, to ………………is the least important reason to learn a foreign language A travel in a foreign country B work and live in another country C show people that he is very learned D communicate with people from other cultures Edward first considers the possibilities of studying German and French, but he chooses Japanese This shows that he …… A is afraid of difficulties B does not like French or German C is practical for his study and his future job D only likes daydreaming Read the passage, then answer questions by circling A, B, C or D, Taj Mahal, a mausoleum in Agra, India, regarded as one of the most beautiful buildings in the world The Mughal emperor Shah Jahan had it built in memory of his wife, Arjumand Banu Bagam, known as Mumtaz Mahal (Persian for “Elect of the Palace”), who died in 1631 Building commenced about 1632 The mausoleum was complete by about 1643 and the surrounding complex of buildings and gardens was complete by about 1653 Situated on the southern bank of the Yamuna River, the white marble mausoleum is composed of four identical facades, each containing a large central arch 33m (108 ft) high A large bulb-shaped dome, over 73m (240 ft) tall, rises over the center, with four smaller domes surrounding it The building is raised on a square podium with a minaret at each corner It is flanked by two red sandstone buildings - a mosque and its replica, the Jawab (Answer), a building of which the main function is visual balance Visitors approach the Taj Mahal through an imposing red sandstone gate, decorated with inscriptions from the Muslim holy book, the Qur’an (Koran) The gate and accompanying walls also contain a vast, geometrically laid out garden, 305 m (1,002 ft) on each side The enclosed garden, itself a Muslim symbol of paradise, is centered on a large, raised pool Canals divide it into four equal parts, each containing flower beds, fountains, and cypress trees (symbols of death) Inside theTaj Mahal, the tomb of Mumtaz Mahal stands at the center of an octagonal hall, while the slightly larger tomb of Shah Jahan, who died in 1666, is off to one side Both are elaborately carved and inlaid with semiprecious stones, illuminated by sunlight filtering through an elaborately carved marble screen that is also studded with jewels 1.What is the Taj Mahal? A A temple B A monument C A tomb D A shrine 2.Which of the following is not true? A The Taj Mahal was built by the Mughah emperor Shah Jahan B It took approximately 20 years to complete the mausoleum C The front of the building is similar in all sides D The mausoleum has four domes around it 3.The word “minaret” in paragraph is closest in meaning to A tower B mosque C altar D statue 4.According to the passage, which of the following statements is FALSE? A The garden of the Taj Mahal is a Muslim symbol of paradise B In beauty of design and rich decorative detail, Taj Mahal is one of the best buildings in the world C The Mughah emperor Shah Jahan died 35 years after his wife D The tombs of Shah Jahan’s and his wife are located at the center of the mausoleum Read a text about common wedding rituals in the USA and answer the questions that follow: One of the factors in global warming is carbon monoxide The more carbon monoxide in the atmosphere, the less the atmosphere is able to clean itself The result is a warming of the atmosphere, the socalled global warming, and possibly ozone damage Earlier, it was found that carbon monoxide was concentrated in the Southern Hemisphere, and could be attributed to deforestation Huge areas of forest and grasslands in South America and Africa have been burned, putting carbon monoxide into the atmosphere Recently, however, the Southern Hemisphere has been found to be clean, while the Northern Hemisphere is more polluted than expected The latest research was done during the northern winter The high levels in the Northern Hemisphere could be because of this In winter carbon monoxide is destroyed more slowly There are also more fires burned in winter, and possibly industrial processes work harder It could also reflect the ever-increasing number of cars on the roads Optimists hope that the reason why the North has overtaken the South as the major area of carbon monoxide is that at last the burning has stopped, or at least slowed down Which of the following is the best title for the passage? A Global warming B Carbon monoxide in the atmosphere C The warming of the atmosphere D Ozone damage Which of the following is NOT a reason for carbon dioxide? A Ozone damage B Burning of forest C Traffic D Industry According to the author which of the following is a reason why in winter there is more carbon-monoxide in the atmosphere? A Fewer factories are working B There is a decrease in the amount of traffic on the roads C Central heating means there are fewer fires nowadays D Carbon monoxide is not absorbed so fast Why are the optimists happy? A People are buying more cars B There is more carbon dioxide in the North C They are possibly burning fewer forests in the Southern Hemisphere D Industry must be doing better * Writing: * Rewrite the sentences Begin each one as shown Because local people have cut down the forests to make way for farming,now they have to sufer severe the floods - Having …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… We switched off the lights before we went to bed - Having …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… After I ate my evening meal, I decided to go for a work - Having …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… The tour guide who is taking us to Ha Long Bay can speak three languages - The tour guide …………………………………………………………………………………………………… The trees which were planted last week are growing well - The trees …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex is the 8th World Heritage Site in Viet Nam that has been recognised by UNESCO - Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex ………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …… * Combine the sentences.Begin each one as shown Nam risked his own life to rescue the little boy People admired him for that - People admired …………………………………………………………………………………………………… Some scientists have not reported the effects of climate change.They are accused of that - Some scientists are ……………………………………………………………………………………………… He risked his own life to rescue the little boy He was really admired for that - He was really ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4.He didn't keep his promise He apologised for that - He apologised …………………………………………………………………………………………………… We started attending a seminar on further education at two o’clock; we are still attending it ( since) - We have …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… She visited this city in 2000, 2002 and 2003 ( three times ) - She has …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… The end