ủng cố kiến thức cho học sinh giỏi chuyên 9, luyện thi vào 10, và giúp học sinh đạt kết quả cao trong các kì thi rất hay, củng cố kiến thức cho học sinh giỏi chuyên 9, luyện thi vào 10, giúp học sinh đạt kết quả cao trong các kì thi. Gồm 100 câu ngữ pháp phổ biến các em hay gặp, học sinh giỏi 9 cấp tỉnh, thi chuyên vào 10, có đáp án và giải thích chi tiết
SỞ GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO ĐỀ THI THỬ SỐ 49 KỲ THI CHỌN HSG LỚP CẤP TỈNH NĂM HỌC ………………………… Môn: Tiếng Anh Thời gian làm bài: 120 phút (không kể thời gian giao đề) SECTION I: LISTENING (3.0 points) (You will hear twice for each part) Part 1: Questions from to (1 point -0.2/ each) Listen to five recordings twice Choose the correct answer for each of the following questions You hear a girl talking to her friend Josh about something good that has happened to Josh What has Josh done? A passed an exam B found some money C won a prize You hear two friends talking about a horror fi lm they watched What they agree about the film? A It was very frightening B It was funny in some places C It had some good actors in it You hear a boy talking about his sister’s laptop What has the boy done on the laptop? A downloaded some music B deleted some photos C checked for a virus You hear a boy talking about a new app he’s got on his phone What doesn’t he like about the app? A the level of the games on it B the cost of it C the music played on it You hear a boy called Rob talking about his grandma His grandma was worried about bad luck because Rob A broke one of her mirrors B bought her the wrong kind of fl owers C has two black cats as pets Part 2: Questions from to 15 (2 points - 0.2/ each) Listen to the recording twice Fill in each blank with no more than three words or numbers for question How many members does the cycling club have currently? ……………………………… How much does Youth Membership cost? £ per year From whom must you get a signature when applying to join? ……………………………… How long does it take to process a membership application? ……………………………… 10 How often family rides take place? ……………………………… 11 How long are the Saturday rides usually? km a ……………………………… 12 What must you get for your bike? on ……………………………… 13 When is the next camping tour? a ……………………………… 14 What is happening on May 5th? 15 How much discount members get at Wheels Bike Shop? % SECTION II: LEXICO – GRAMMAR (7.0 points) Part 1: Questions from 16 to 35 (3.0 points - 0.15/ each) Choose the best answer from A, B, C or D to best complete the following sentences 16 Sarah delivered a/an _appeal to the court and asked for mercy A sensational B sentimental C emotional D affectionate 17 John was asked to before the judge A wit B testify C execute D prejudice 18 You are under no obligation _ to accept this offer A whatsoever B eventually C apart D indeed Page Page 19 Peter, Harry and Chuck were first, second, and third in the school cross-country race A respectively B actively C responsively D tremendously 20 Minh and Cuong were badly injured in the last match, so can play in this match A both of them B neither of them C none of them D either of them 21 That science book again and again A is worth to read B is worthy reading C is worth reading D is worth being read 22 I wish I the party last night so early A hadn’t left B haven’t left C didn’t leave D don’t leave 23 It seems impossible to terrorism in the world A put stop to B put an end of C put an end to D stop at 24 Many organizations have been set up and funds have been A raised B bought C risen D raise 25 No matter how angry he was, he would never to violence A exert B resort C resolve D recourse 26 "How much you earn, Joe?" - "I’d _ " A prefer not say B better not to say C rather not say D rather don’t say 27 All through his life he remained resentful of the way he had been abandoned by his parents as a child A fully B bitterly C completely D seriously 28 "I think that the youth are high-flying but inexperienced." - " _" A Are you kidding me? B There's no doubt about it C Certainly D It's nice of you to say so 29 The teacher asked a difficult question, but finally Ted a good answer A came up to B came up for C came out of D came up with 30 It is imperative that this letter immediately A were sent B send C be sent D sent 31 We had to get a bank loan when the money finally _ A gave in B gave off C gave over D gave out 32 Several cars, owners had parked them under the trees, were damaged A their B of which C whom D whose 33 The success of the party was mainly due to the presence of several _ A celebrations B celebrated C celebrities D celebrates 34 He was arrested because he answered to the description of the man A searched B pursued C wanted D hunted 35 It is public knowledge that new magazines often use free gifts or other to get people to buy them A gimmicks B snares C plots D scams Part 2: Questions from 36 to 45 (2 points - 0.2/ each) Use the correct form of the word in brackets to complete each sentence 36 The sun and the moon are often in poetry (person) 37 Don’t compare Jane with Peggy, the two are entirely ……………………………… (similarity) 38 The problem of among young people is hard to solve (employ) 39 Don’t put David in charge of arranging the theatre trip; he’s too ………………………… (organize) 40 Barack Obama is the first President of the United States with ……………………………… (race) background 41 ASEAN press praised the great of Vietnamese athletes at the (sport) 22nd SEA Games 42 I’m afraid you’ll have to see Mr Pound All matters concerning finance are his (respond) ……………………………… 43 Nowadays only the four most abundant species of kangaroo may be (commerce) ……………………………….harvested for export 44 Up until the middle of the 19th century, there were no and (organize) well established army nursing systems for casualties 45 All the coastal towns in this area are ……………………………….by strong tradition of (character) dance and there is a festival of dance that takes place every August Part 3: Questions from 46 to 50 (1 point - 0.2/ each) Each of the following sentences has an error Find the errors and correct them 46 Some fish use their sense of smell as a guide when return to a spawning site 47 The common field mouse is about four inches long and has a three-inched tail 48 Cartilage covers the ends of bones helps to protect the joints from wear and tear 49 A one hundred-horsepower tractor can make the work of a large number of horses 50 By passing sunlight through a prism, the light is separate into a spectrum of colors Part 4: Questions from 51 to 55 (1 point - 0.2/ each) Fill in each blank with a suitable preposition 51 You will see there is a delay receiving several orders 52 This decision may delay the process European unification 53 The child was knocked by a lorry on the safety crossing in the main street 54 In the early years of the 20th century, several rebellions broke in the country 55 Compare some recent work .your older stuff and you'll see how much you've improved SECTION III: READING (6.0 POINTS) Part Questions 56 to 65 (2 points - 0.2/ each) Read the passage below and choose the best answer to each question A POWERFUL INFLUENCE There is no doubt at all that the Internet has made a huge difference to our lives (56) , most parents worry that their children spend too much time browsing the Internet or playing computer games, hardly (57) doing anything else in their spare time Naturally, parents are curious to find out why the Internet is so attractive, and they want to know if it can be harmful for their children Should parents worry if their children are spending that much time (58) their computers Obviously, if children are bent over their computers for hours, absorbed (59) some game, instead of doing their homework, then something is wrong Parents and children could decide how much use the child should make of the Internet, and the child should give his or her (60) that it won’t interfere with homework If the child is not holding to this arrangement, parents can (61) _ more drastic steps Dealing with a child’s use of the Internet is not much different from negotiating any other sort of bargain about behaviour Any parents (62) _ is seriously alarmed about a child’s behaviour should make an appointment to discuss the matter with a teacher Spending time in front of a computer screen does not necessarily affect a child’s (63) at school Even if a child is (64) crazy about using the Internet, he or she is probably just going through a phase, and in (65) months there will be something else to worry about! 56 A However B Therefore C Consequently D Moreover 57 A always B rarely C never D ever 58 A staring at B glancing at C looking D watching 59 A with B for C in D about 60 A word B promise C vow D claim 61 A get B keep C take D use 62 A whom B which C whose D who 63 A perform B performer C performance D performing 64 A more B absolutely C quite D a lot 65 A few B a few C little D a little Part Questions 66 – 75 (2.0 points - 0.2/ each) Read the passage below and choose the best answer to each question Any list of the greatest thinkers in history contains the name of the brilliant physicist Albert Einstein His theories of relativity led to entirely new ways of thinking about time, space, matter, energy, and gravity Einstein's work led to such scientific advances as the control of atomic energy, even television as a practical application of Einstein's work In 1902 Einstein became an examiner in the Swiss patent office at Bern In 1905, at age 26, he published the first of five major research papers The first one provided a theory explaining Brownian movement, the zig-zag motion of microscopic particles in suspension The second paper laid the foundation for the photon, or quantum, theory of light In it he proposed that light is composed of separate packets of energy, called quanta or photons that have some of the properties of particles and some of the properties of waves A third paper contained the "special theory of relativity" which showed that time and motion are relative to the observer, if the speed of light is constant and the natural laws are the same everywhere in the universe The fourth paper was a mathematical addition to the special theory of relativity Here Einstein presented his famous formula, E = m (cc), known as the energy mass equivalence In 1916, Einstein published his general theory of relativity In it he proposed that gravity is not a force, but a curve in the space-time continuum, created by the presence of mass Einstein spoke out frequently against nationalism, the exalting of one nation above all others He opposed war and violence and supported Zionism, the movement to establish a Jewish homeland in Palestine When the Nazis came to power in 1933, they denounced his ideas He then moved to the United States In 1939 Einstein learned that two German chemists had split the uranium atom Einstein wrote to President Franklin D Roosevelt warning him that this scientific knowledge could lead to Germany developing an atomic bomb He suggested the United States begin its own atomic bomb research 66 Einstein's primary work was in the area of A chemistry B biology C physics D engineering 67 Which of the following inventions is mentioned in the passage as a practical application of Einstein's discoveries? A Radio B Automobiles C Computers D Television 68 According to the passage, Einstein supported all of the following except A the establishment of a Jewish homeland in Palestine B nationalism C atomic bomb research in the United States D the defeat of the Nazis 69 In which country was Einstein born? A Switzerland B United States C Germany D Israel 70 What is "Brownian movement"? A The zig-zag motion of microscopic particles in suspension B The emission of electrons from solids when struck by light C The motion of photons in light D The basis of the theory of relativity 71 Einstein was a citizen of all of the following countries EXCEPT A Belgium B Germany C The United States D Switzerland 72 It is clear from the tone of the passage that the author feels _ A Einstein's work in physics was somewhat tarnished by his conservative political views B Albert Einstein was one of the most brilliant thinkers in history C Einstein's work in physics, though theoretically impressive, led to few practical applications D Einstein's theories have been consistently proven incorrect 73 According to Einstein's special theory of relativity, _ A all properties of matter and energy can be explained in a single mathematical formula B light is composed of separate packets of energy C time and motion are relative to the observer D some solids emit electrons when struck by light 74 In paragraph 2, the word "exalting" most nearly means A elevation B criticism C support D elimination 75 According to Einstein, light is composed of separate packets of energy called A electrons B photoelectrons C quanta D gamma rays Part 3: Questions 76 – 85 (2.0 points- 0.2/ each) Read the text and think of the word which best fits each gap A new cruise ship One of the biggest passenger ships in history, (76) Island Princess, carries people on cruises around the Caribbean More than double the weight of the Titanic (the large passenger ship which sank in 1912), it was (77) …………………….large to be built in one piece Instead, 48 sections in total (78) made in different places The ship was then put together at a shipbuilding yard in Italy The huge weight of the Island Princessis partly due to her enormous height, (79) …………………….is an incredible 41 metres When compared with the Titanic, she is also a much broader ship As (80) …………………….as length is concerned, there’s little difference - the Island Princess is over 250 metres (81) , similar to the length of the Titanic The Island Princesscan carry up to 2,600 passengers (82) …………………….has 1,321 cabins, including 25 specially designed for use by disabled passengers There is entertainment on board to suit (83) age and interest, from dancing to good drama The Island Princess seems very likely to be a popular holiday choice for many years to come even though most people will (84) …………………….to save up in order to be (85) to afford the trip SECTION IV WRITITNG (4 points) Part 1: Questions 86 – 95 (1 point- 0.2/ each) Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means the same as the sentence printed before it 86 Immediately after his appointment to the post, the new editor fell ill No sooner 87 You are allowed to play in my garden if you promise not to anything wrong So long 88 The Prime Minister resigned because of his sudden illness The Prime Minister’s 89 Henry regretted buying the second-hand car Henry wished 90 Even though the old woman’s memory was poor, she told interesting stories to the children Despite 91 People say that no presidents in the United States are as rich as Donald Trump Donald Trump is 92 My English friend finds using chopsticks difficult My English friend isn't 93 I sure he didn’t know that his brother was seriously ill He couldn’t possibly 94 I haven’t gone to the cinema for two months The 95 I have seldom heard such a talented singer Seldom Part 2: Questions 96 – 105 (1 point - 0.2/ each) Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given Do not change the word given 96 You must never let anyone use your Identity Card (should) Under .let anyone else use your identity card 97 Driving without a seatbelt is illegal in most European countries (against) It is .without a seatbelt in most European countries 98 Our boss criticizes our work all time (fault) Our boss our work all time 99 “I don’t approve of people who tell lies”, said Jack (expressed) Jack .people who tell lies 100 The young actress was very nervous before the audition (butterflies) The young actress .before the audition 101 I went to the office then remembered it was my day off (have) I .the office as it was my day off 102 The essay impressed all of the students (made) The essay all of the students 103 I had the opportunity to see the tower (chance) I see the tower 104 She is too busy with four kids in the house (hands) She with four kids in the house 105 He did the puzzle in two minutes (solution) He found in two minutes Page SỞ GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO ĐỀ THI THỬ SỐ 49 KỲ THI CHỌN HSG LỚP CẤP TỈNH NĂM HỌC ………………………… Môn: Tiếng Anh Thời gian làm bài: 120 phút (không kể thời gian giao đề) SECTION I: LISTENING (3.0 points) (You will hear twice for each part) Part 1: Questions from to (1 point -0.2/ each) Listen to five recordings twice Choose the correct answer for each of the following questions You hear a girl talking to her friend Josh about something good that has happened to Josh What has Josh done? A passed an exam B found some money C won a prize You hear two friends talking about a horror fi lm they watched What they agree about the film? A It was very frightening B It was funny in some places C It had some good actors in it You hear a boy talking about his sister’s laptop What has the boy done on the laptop? A downloaded some music B deleted some photos C checked for a virus You hear a boy talking about a new app he’s got on his phone What doesn’t he like about the app? A the level of the games on it B the cost of it C the music played on it You hear a boy called Rob talking about his grandma His grandma was worried about bad luck because Rob A broke one of her mirrors B bought her the wrong kind of fl owers C has two black cats as pets Part 2: Questions from to 15 (2 points - 0.2/ each) Listen to the recording twice Fill in each blank with no more than three words or numbers for question How many members does the cycling club have currently? 76 How much does Youth Membership cost? £ 30 per year From whom must you get a signature when applying to join? teacher or parent How long does it take to process a membership application? weeks 10 How often family rides take place? every month 11 How long are the Saturday rides usually? 60 km 12 What must you get for your bike? a safety certificate 13 When is the next camping tour? on July 14 14 What is happening on May 5th? a picnic 15 How much discount members get at Wheels Bike Shop? 15 % SECTION II: LEXICO – GRAMMAR (7.0 points) Part 1: Questions from 16 to 35 (3.0 points - 0.15/ each) Choose the best answer from A, B, C or D to best complete the following sentences 16 Sarah delivered a/an _appeal to the court and asked for mercy A sensational B sentimental C emotional D affectionate 17 John was asked to before the judge A wit B testify C execute D prejudice 18 You are under no obligation _ to accept this offer A whatsoever B eventually C apart D indeed 19 Peter, Harry and Chuck were first, second, and third in the school cross-country race Page A respectively B actively C responsively D tremendously 20 Minh and Cuong were badly injured in the last match, so _ can play in this match A both of them B neither of them C none of them D either of them 21 That science book again and again A is worth to read B is worthy reading C is worth reading D is worth being read 22 I wish I the party last night so early A hadn’t left B haven’t left C didn’t leave D don’t leave 23 It seems impossible to terrorism in the world A put stop to B put an end of C put an end to D stop at 24 Many organizations have been set up and funds have been A raised B bought C risen D raise 25 No matter how angry he was, he would never to violence A exert B resort C resolve D recourse 26 "How much you earn, Joe?" - "I’d _ " A prefer not say B better not to say C rather not say D rather don’t say 27 All through his life he remained resentful of the way he had been abandoned by his parents as a child A fully B bitterly C completely D seriously 28 "I think that the youth are high-flying but inexperienced." - " _" A Are you kidding me? B There's no doubt about it C Certainly D It's nice of you to say so 29 The teacher asked a difficult question, but finally Ted a good answer A came up to B came up for C came out of D came up with 30 It is imperative that this letter immediately A were sent B send C be sent D sent 31 We had to get a bank loan when the money finally _ A gave in B gave off C gave over D gave out 32 Several cars, owners had parked them under the trees, were damaged A their B of which C whom D whose 33 The success of the party was mainly due to the presence of several _ A celebrations B celebrated C celebrities D celebrates 34 He was arrested because he answered to the description of the man A searched B pursued C wanted D hunted 35 It is public knowledge that new magazines often use free gifts or other to get people to buy them A gimmicks B snares C plots D scams Part 2: Questions from 36 to 45 (2 points - 0.2/ each) Use the correct form of the word in brackets to complete each sentence 36 The sun and the moon are often personified in poetry (person) 37 Don’t compare Jane with Peggy, the two are entirely dissimilar (similarity) 38 The problem of unemployment among young people is hard to solve (employ) 39 Don’t put David in charge of arranging the theatre trip; he’s too disorganized (organize) 40 Barack Obama is the first President of the United States with multiracial (race) background 41 ASEAN press praised the great sportsmanship of Vietnamese athletes at the 22nd (sport) SEA Games 42 I’m afraid you’ll have to see Mr Pound All matters concerning finance are his (respond) responsibility 43 Nowadays only the four most abundant species of kangaroo may be (commerce) commercially harvested for export 44 Up until the middle of the 19th century, there were no organizational and well (organize) established army nursing systems for casualties 45 All the coastal towns in this area are characterized by strong tradition of dance (character) and there is a festival of dance that takes place every August Part 3: Questions from 46 to 50 (1 point - 0.2/ each) Each of the following sentences has an error Find the errors and correct them 46 Some fish use their sense of smell as a guide when return to a spawning site returning 47 The common field mouse is about four inches long and has a three-inched tail three-inch 48 Cartilage covers the ends of bones helps to protect the joints from wear and tear coversing 49 A one hundred-horsepower tractor can make the work of a large number of horses 50 By passing sunlight through a prism, the light is separate into a spectrum of colors separated Part 4: Questions from 51 to 55 (1 point - 0.2/ each) Fill in each blank with a suitable preposition 51 You will see there is a delay in receiving several orders 52 This decision may delay the process of European unification 53 The child was knocked down by a lorry on the safety crossing in the main street 54 In the early years of the 20th century, several rebellions broke out in the country 55 Compare some recent work with your older stuff and you'll see how much you've improved SECTION III: READING (6.0 POINTS) Part Questions 56 to 65 (2 points - 0.2/ each) Read the passage below and choose the best answer to each question A POWERFUL INFLUENCE There is no doubt at all that the Internet has made a huge difference to our lives (56) _ , most parents worry that their children spend too much time browsing the Internet or playing computer games, hardly (57) doing anything else in their spare time Naturally, parents are curious to find out why the Internet is so attractive, and they want to know if it can be harmful for their children Should parents worry if their children are spending that much time (58) their computers Obviously, if children are bent over their computers for hours, absorbed (59) some game, instead of doing their homework, then something is wrong Parents and children could decide how much use the child should make of the Internet, and the child should give his or her (60) that it won’t interfere with homework If the child is not holding to this arrangement, parents can (61) _ more drastic steps Dealing with a child’s use of the Internet is not much different from negotiating any other sort of bargain about behaviour Any parents (62) _ is seriously alarmed about a child’s behaviour should make an appointment to discuss the matter with a teacher Spending time in front of a computer screen does not necessarily affect a child’s (63) at school Even if a child is (64) crazy about using the Internet, he or she is probably just going through a phase, and in (65) months there will be something else to worry about! 56 A However B Therefore C Consequently D Moreover 57 A always B rarely C never D ever 58 A staring at B glancing at C looking D watching 59 A with B for C in D about 60 A word B promise C vow D claim 61 A get B keep C take D use 62 A whom B which C whose D who 63 A perform B performer C performance D performing 64 A more B absolutely C quite D a lot 65 A few B a few C little D a little Part Questions 66 – 75 (2.0 points - 0.2/ each) Read the passage below and choose the best answer to each question Any list of the greatest thinkers in history contains the name of the brilliant physicist Albert Einstein His theories of relativity led to entirely new ways of thinking about time, space, matter, energy, and gravity Einstein's work led to such scientific advances as the control of atomic energy, even television as a practical application of Einstein's work In 1902 Einstein became an examiner in the Swiss patent office at Bern In 1905, at age 26, he published the first of five major research papers The first one provided a theory explaining Brownian movement, the zig-zag motion of microscopic particles in suspension The second paper laid the foundation for the photon, or quantum, theory of light In it he proposed that light is composed of separate packets of energy, called quanta or photons that have some of the properties of particles and some of the properties of waves A third paper contained the "special theory of relativity" which showed that time and motion are relative to the observer, if the speed of light is constant and the natural laws are the same everywhere in the universe The fourth paper was a mathematical addition to the special theory of relativity Here Einstein presented his famous formula, E = m (cc), known as the energy mass equivalence In 1916, Einstein published his general theory of relativity In it he proposed that gravity is not a force, but a curve in the space-time continuum, created by the presence of mass Einstein spoke out frequently against nationalism, the exalting of one nation above all others He opposed war and violence and supported Zionism, the movement to establish a Jewish homeland in Palestine When the Nazis came to power in 1933, they denounced his ideas He then moved to the United States In 1939 Einstein learned that two German chemists had split the uranium atom Einstein wrote to President Franklin D Roosevelt warning him that this scientific knowledge could lead to Germany developing an atomic bomb He suggested the United States begin its own atomic bomb research 66 Einstein's primary work was in the area of A chemistry B biology C physics D engineering 67 Which of the following inventions is mentioned in the passage as a practical application of Einstein's discoveries? A Radio B Automobiles C Computers D Television 68 According to the passage, Einstein supported all of the following except A the establishment of a Jewish homeland in Palestine B nationalism C atomic bomb research in the United States D the defeat of the Nazis 69 In which country was Einstein born? A Switzerland B United States C Germany D Israel 70 What is "Brownian movement"? A The zig-zag motion of microscopic particles in suspension B The emission of electrons from solids when struck by light C The motion of photons in light D The basis of the theory of relativity 71 Einstein was a citizen of all of the following countries EXCEPT A Belgium B Germany C The United States D Switzerland 72 It is clear from the tone of the passage that the author feels A Einstein's work in physics was somewhat tarnished by his conservative political views B Albert Einstein was one of the most brilliant thinkers in history C Einstein's work in physics, though theoretically impressive, led to few practical applications D Einstein's theories have been consistently proven incorrect 73 According to Einstein's special theory of relativity, _ A all properties of matter and energy can be explained in a single mathematical formula B light is composed of separate packets of energy C time and motion are relative to the observer D some solids emit electrons when struck by light 74 In paragraph 2, the word "exalting" most nearly means A elevation B criticism C support D elimination 75 According to Einstein, light is composed of separate packets of energy called A electrons B photoelectrons C quanta D gamma rays Part 3: Questions 76 – 85 (2.0 points- 0.2/ each) Read the text and think of the word which best fits each gap A new cruise ship One of the biggest passenger ships in history, (76) the Island Princess, carries people on cruises around the Caribbean More than double the weight of the Titanic (the large passenger ship which sank in 1912), it was (77) too large to be built in one piece Instead, 48 sections in total (78) were made in different places The ship was then put together at a shipbuilding yard in Italy The huge weight of the Island Princessis partly due to her enormous height, (79) which is an incredible 41 metres When compared with the Titanic, she is also a much broader ship As (80) far as length is concerned, there’s little difference - the Island Princess is over 250 metres (81) long, similar to the length of the Titanic The Island Princesscan carry up to 2,600 passengers (82) and has 1,321 cabins, including 25 specially designed for use by disabled passengers There is entertainment on board to suit (83) every / any age and interest, from dancing to good drama The Island Princess seems very likely to be a popular holiday choice for many years to come even though most people will (84) have / need to save up in order to be (85) able to afford the trip SECTION IV WRITITNG (4 points) Part 1: Questions 86 – 95 (1 point- 0.2/ each) Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means the same as the sentence printed before it 86 Immediately after his appointment to the post, the new editor fell ill No sooner had he been appointed to the post than the new editor fell ill 87 You are allowed to play in my garden if you promise not to anything wrong So long as you promise not to anything wrong,you are allowed to play in my garden 88 The Prime Minister resigned because of his sudden illness The Prime Minister’s resignation resulted from his sudden illness The Prime Minister’s resignation was due to / on account of / because of his sudden illness 89 Henry regretted buying the second-hand car Henry wished he hadn’t bought the second-hand computer Henry wished not to have bought the second-hand computer 90 Even though the old woman’s memory was poor, she told interesting stories to the children Despite the old woman’s poor memory, she told interesting stories to the children Despite the poor memory of the old woman, she told interesting stories to the children Despite the fact that the old woman’s memory was poor, she told interesting stories to the children 91 People say that no presidents in the United States are as rich as Donald Trump Donald Trump is said to be the richest president in the United States Donald Trump is said to be richer president than (any) others in the United States 92 My English friend finds using chopsticks difficult My English friend isn't used / accustomed to / familiar with using chopsticks 93 I sure he didn’t know that his brother was seriously ill He couldn’t possibly have known that his brother was seriously ill 94 I haven’t gone to the cinema for two months The last time I went to the cinema was two months ago 95 I have seldom heard such a talented singer Seldom have I heard such a talented singer Part 2: Questions 96 – 105 (1 point 0.2/ each) Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given Do not change the word given 96 You must never let anyone use your Identity Card (should) Under no circumstances should you let anyone else use your identity card 97 Driving without a seatbelt is illegal in most European countries (against) It is against the law to drive without a seatbelt in most European countries be illegal to so sth – be against the law to sth 98 Our boss criticizes our work all time (fault) Our boss finds fault with our work all time criticize sth – find fault with sth 99 “I don’t approve of people who tell lies”, said Jack (expressed) Jack expressed his disapproval of people who tell lies express one’s disapproval of sth – disapprove of sth – not approve of sth 100 The young actress was very nervous before the audition (butterflies) The young actress had butterflies in his stomach before the audition be very nervous - have butterflies in one’s stomach – lo lắng, bồn chồn 101 I went to the office then remembered it was my day off (have) I needn't have gone to the office as it was my day off 102 The essay impressed all of the students (made) The essay made an impression on all of the students 103 I had the opportunity to see the tower (chance) I had the chance to see the tower I had a good chance to see the tower 104 She is too busy with four kids in the house (hands) She has her hands full with four kids in the house 105 He did the puzzle in two minutes (solution) He found the solution to the puzzle in two minutes