Bài tập liên từ (conjunctions)

CONJUNCTIONS I. Choose the correct answer. 1. The sky was gray and cloudy. ________, we went to the beach. A. Consequently B. Nevertheless C. Even though D. In spite of 2. I turned on the fan __________ the room was hot. A. due to B. despite C. even though D. because 3. Sam and I will meet you at the restaurant tonight ________ we can find a baby- sitter. A. although B. unless C. otherwise D. only if 4. Carol showed up for the meeting ________ I asked her not to be there. A. even though B. despite C. provided that D. because 5. You must lend me the money for the trip. ________, I won’t be able to go. A. Consequently B. Nevertheless C. Otherwise D. Although 6. The road will remain safe ________ the flood washes out the bridge. A. as long as B. unless C. providing that D. since 7. The roles of men and women were not the same in ancient Greece. For example, men were both participants and spectators in the ancient Olympics. Women, ________ were forbidden to attend or participate. A. nevertheless B. on the other hand C. therefore D. otherwise 8. The windows were all left open. _____, the room was a real mess after the windstorm. A. Nevertheless B. However C. ConsequentlyD. Otherwise 9. It looks like they’re going to succeed ________ their present difficulties. A. despite B. because of C. even though D. yet 10. ________ Marge is an honest person, I still wonder whether she’s telling the truth about the incident. A. In spite of B. Since C. Though D. In the event that 11. The professor told me that I was doing well, ________ my final grade was awful! A. so B. therefore C. in spite of D. yet 12. ________ Beth has a new car, she no longer takes the commuter train to work. She drives to work every day. A. Now that B. While C. Although D. In case 13. You’d better give me your answer quickly, ________ I’ll withdraw the invitation. A. although B. nevertheless C. even though D. or else 14. What time do you expect Ted to be home? I must talk to him. I usually go to bed around ten, but tell him to call me tonight ________ it’s past midnight. A. however B. in case C. even if D. as long as 15. ____ you’re going to the fruit market, would you please pick up a few apples for me? A. Even if B. Although C. So D. As long as 16. I guess I’m a soft touch. I just lent Jan some money for lunch ________ she never paid me back my last loan. A. even though B. unless C. or else D. only if 17. I think I did okay in my speech last night _____ I’d had almost no sleep for 24 hours. A. even B. in spite of C. unless D. despite the fact that 18. I asked Angela to run the office while I’m gone _______ I know I can depend on her. A. unless B. since C. although D. therefore 19. ________ I heard the telephone ring, I didn’t answer it. A. Because B. Only if C. Even though D. Provided that 20. ________ the salary meets my expectations. I will accept the job offer. A. Due to B. Even if C. Provided that D. Unless 21. To power their inventions, people have made use of natural energy sources, _______ coal, oil, water, and steam. A. in addition to B. as C. and they use D. such as 22. ________ excellent art museums, Moscow has a world-famous baler company. A. Because of B. In spite of C. In case of D. In addition to 23. Alex cannot express himself clearly and correctly in writing. He will never advance in his job ________ he improves his language skills. A. otherwise B. if C. only if D. unless 24. ________ there was no electricity, I was able to read because I had a candle. A. Unless B. Even though C. Even D. Only if 25. A fire must have a readily available supply of oxygen. ________ it will stop burning. A. Consequently B. Furthermore C. Otherwise D. However 26. I studied Spanish for four years in high school. ________, I had trouble talking with people when I was traveling in Spain. A. Therefore B. On the other hand C. Moreover D. Nevertheless 27. I am afraid that the company is in deep trouble. ________, we are going to make some people redundant. A. Therefore B. However C. But D. And 28. I like to keep the windows open at night no matter how cold it gets. My wife, ______, prefers a warm bedroom with all windows tightly shut. A. nevertheless B. consequently C. on the other hand D. moreover 29. Some fish can survive only in salt water, ________ other species can live only in fresh water. A. whereas B. unless C. if D. since 30. ________ Jason because famous, he has ignored his old friends. He shouldn’t do that. A. If B. Ever since C. Even though D. Due to 31. We’re going to lose this game ________ the team doesn’t start playing better soon. A. if B. unless C. although D. whereas 32. Jack insisted that he didn’t need any help, ________ I helped him anyway. A. and B. so C. besides D. but 33. Florida is famous for its tourist attractions. Its coastline offers excellent white sand beaches. ________, it has warm, sunny weather. A. Otherwise B. Furthermore C. Nevertheless D. On the other hand 34. The flowers will soon start to bloom ________ winter is gone and the weather is beginning to get warmer. A. even if B. now that C. so D. even though 35. Only if you promise to study hard ________ to tutor you. A. will I agree B. agree I C. I agree D. I will agree II. Choose the underlined word or phrase in each sentence that needs correcting: 36. I was such nervous that I didn’t think I would pass the exam. A B C D 37. Many teachers have devoted all their lives to teaching so teaching is not a well paid job. A B C D 38. They can speak English and use a computer so as to they can easily get a good job. A B C D 39. Despite she was in her middle age, she looked very graceful and charming. A B C D 40. The prices of accommodation are as big that many people cannot afford to buy a house. A B C D II. Write a new sentence with the same meaning. Use the word(s) given. 41. He couldn’t sleep although he was very tired. (in spite of)  …………………………………………………………………………………. 42. Although he’s got a Vietnamese name, he’s in fact a Cambodian. (despite)  …………………………………………………………………………………. 43. In spite of her injured feet, she managed to get home before dark. (although)  …………………………………………………………………………………. 44. In spite of not having eaten for three days, he didn’t feel hungry. (even though)  …………………………………………………………………………………. 45. He decided to get the job although the salary was low. (in spite of)  …………………………………………………………………………………. 46. They lost the match, although they were a better team. (despite)  …………………………………………………………………………………. 47. We didn’t go fishing because the water was rough. (because of)  …………………………………………………………………………………. 48. She stayed at home because of her mother’s sickness. (because)  …………………………………………………………………………………. 49. Although Mr. David is rich, he couldn’t afford to buy such a villa. (in spite of)  …………………………………………………………………………………. 50. Despite my like for black coffee, I cannot drink it in the evening. (although)  …………………………………………………………………………………. ĐỀ KIỂM TRA 1 TIẾT LẦN 2 Môn : Tiếng Anh lớp 12 (CTC) Thời gian làm bài: 45 phút Họ tên học sinh : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lớp : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mã đề số : 337 I. NGỮ ÂM: ( 4 câu x 0,25 = 1 điểm) Chọn từ ( ứng với A, B, C hoặc D) có cách phát âm khác với các từ còn lại: 1. A). hour B). honour C). exhaust D). host 2. A). chance B). achievement C). scholarship D). challenge Chọn từ ( ứng với A, B, C hoặc D) có dấu nhấn khác với các từ còn lại: 3. A). education B). compulsory C). independent D). academic 4. A). encourage B). government C). restructure D). commitment II. NGỮ PHÁP - TỪ VỰNG ( 20 câu x 0,25 = 5 điểm) Chọn từ hoặc cụm từ thích hợp ( ứng với A, B, C hoặc D) để hoàn thành các câu sau: 5. Did Shakespeare write this play?. A). Did this play written by Shakespeare? B). This play was written by Shakespeare C). Was this play written by Shakespeare? D). Did this play Shakespeare write ? 6. They will build a new hospital in our town . A). A new hospital will be built in our town. B). A new hospital is built in our town. C). Our town will build a new hospital. D). Our town will be built a new hospital. 7. Britain imports many cars. they were made in Japan. A). Britain imports many cars were made in Japan. B). Britain imports many cars made in Japan. C). Britain imports many cars that made in Japan. D). Britain imports many cars which made in Japan. 8. They have taught English in this country for years . A). English have been taught in this country for years . B). English has been taught in this country for years. C). English has been teaching in this country for years . D). English has been taught them in this country for years . 9. If you had taken my advice , you ……………… in such difficulties now. A). won't be B). wouldn't have been C). wouldn't be D). hadn't been 10. Some days of rest may help to ……………… the pressure of work. A). crease B). chop C). lower D). reduce 11. I've just spoken to Sally, sends you her love. A). whom B). that C). which D). who 12. Unless he ……… them immediately, he won't get any information. A). phones B). will phone C). won't phone D). doesn't phone 13. If she …………………….here now, she …………………… me. A). had been / would have helped B). was / would help C). were / would help D). is / will help 14. Maths, Vietnamese literature, English are the ………………. subjects in national exams. A). favourite B). core C). additional D). center 15. Schooling is ……………… for all English children from the age of 5 to 16. A). compulsory B). necessary C). voluntary D). essential 16. The ………………year in Vietnam runs from September to June and is divided into 2 terms. A). academical B). academicals C). academic D). academically 17. I saw some people. Their car had broken down. A). I saw some people had broken down. B). I saw some people which car had broken down. C). I saw some people whose car had broken down. D). I saw some people who car had broken down. 18. A man a lot of money in a box got on the bus. A). who carried B). who carrying C). carried D). carrying 19. Schools in which all students can attend without paying tuition fees are …………………. A). independent schools B). state schools C). universities D). communication colleges Chọn từ hoặc cụm từ ( ứng với A, B, C hoặc D) thích hợp nhất với phần gạch dưới trong câu sau: 20. A detail plan for a course of study offered in a school, college. A). category B). curriculum C). education system D). academic year 21. You may jot down your qualifications and experience. A). mention B). find out C). note down D). type Chọn từ hoặc cụm từ ( ứng với A, B, C hoặc D) thích hợp nhất với phần gạch dưới trong câu sau: 22. If you had told me earlier, I would give it to you A B C D 23. English will be spoke at the conference. A B C D 24. She learns German for two years A B C D III. READING: ( 8 câu x 0,25 = 2 điểm ) A. Chọn từ thích hợp (ứng với A, B, C hoặc D) để hoàn thành đoạn văn sau: If you want to (25) your best in an exam, you should be relaxed and so one of the best things to do is to take regular breaks even if they are only for a few minutes. During revision time, you (26) take some time off to go for a walk or play your favorite sport. It is a mistake to take up all physical activity. Exercise can help you to relax. You should (27) at least twenty minutes doing something difference every day. Parents don't like it when their teenage children spend hours on the phone, but, in fact, (28) to a friend is very good for you; parents think that children are wasting time and money; but research says talking to friends gives you a chance to relax, and this will make the time you spend studying more effective. 25. A). make B). go C). write D). do 26. A). shall B). will C). should D). have 27. A). spend B). waste C). use D). relax 28. A). saying B). telling C). communicating D). chatting B. Đọc đoạn văn và trả lời các câu hỏi sau: When you apply for a job, one of the most important things is job interview. In order to make a good impression during a job interview, you need to prepare yourself for the interview carefully. Punctually is very necessary. You should arrive a few minutes early so that you have a little of time to relax and keep calm before the interview. You should be well-dressed. Don't wear a skirt which is too short or jeans. You also need to plan what you are going to say. You have to answer a lot of questions about your education and experience. You may be asked many things about yourself, and especially about the reason why you decide to apply for the job. You can ask the interviewer about the salary you expect, the position you are applying and the duties you have to do in the job. You also must try to find out as much as possible about the company you want to work for. 29. When you apply for a job, what is the most important thing to prepare? 30. Why should we come a few minutes earlier before the interview? 31. What may the interviewer ask you about ? 32. What can you ask the interviewer? IV. WRITING: ( 5 câu x 0,40 = 2 điểm) Viết lại các câu sau đây theo yêu cầu: 33. It was a wonderful present. I was extremely grateful for it . It was 34. I was given this address by a man. I met this man on a train I 35. Nobody can answer this question This 36. Translators have translated that book into many languages. That 37. All the trees in this garden will die unless it rains. If it The End SỞ GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO ĐĂK NÔNG TRƯỜNG THPT ………… ĐỀ THI TRẮC NGHIỆM MÔN Tiếng Anh12 Thời gian làm bài: 45 phút; (40 câu trắc nghiệm) Mã đề thi 138 Họ, tên thí sinh: Số báo danh: Chọn từ (ứng với A hoặc B, C, D) có phần gạch dưới được phát âm khác với những từ còn lại trong mỗi câu sau. từ câu 1 đến 5 Câu 1: A. grapes B. hats C. chairs D. roofs Câu 2: A. moon B. good C. food D. noodle Câu 3: A. beach B. breath C. teach D. heat Câu 4: A. worked B. stopped C. caused D. forced Câu 5: A. mile B. machine C. file D. mine Đọc kĩ đoạn văn sau và chọn phương án đúng ( ứng với A hoặc B, C, D) cho mỗi chỗ trống. Lindsay Lewis is married four with chidren. In 1969 he ….(6)…. To Cambridge University and took a degree in economics. From 1972 to 1978 he taught ….(7)…. India and Japan. He returned to England to do research at Bristol University. He has lived in Fairfield….(8)…. seven years and he is now the principal of a technical college. He was the chairman of Fairfield Education Committee in 1986. He was also a member of the Publish Health Council for two years. In 1987 he ….(9)…. his best essay on education. He always wants to improve ….(10)…. and the government health services. His hobbies are swimming, playing chess, and collecting foreign coins. Câu 6: A. goes B. ago C. went D. gone Câu 7: A. on B. in C. for D. at Câu 8: A. during B. for C. after D. since Câu 9: A. writing B. wrote C. written D. writes Câu 10: A. education B. educator C. educateD. educational Chọn từ/cụm từ thích hợp (ứng với A hoặc B, C, D) để hoàn thành mỗi câu sau. từ câu 11 đến câu 30 Câu 11: I’m learning English……… I want to get a better job A. but B. or C. therefore D. because Câu 12: The teacher told his students………… laughing A. stopped B. to stop C. stopping D. stop Câu 13: If the weather………worse, we won’t go to the beach A. will get B. would get C. got D. gets Câu 14: ……………….I were you, I would take a taxi to the airport A. Unless B. when C. If D. because Câu 15: My mother………………the computer at the moment A. is using B. is being used C. is used D. used Câu 16: ……….is the study of the earth’s surface, climate, continents, countries, people, industries and products A. History B. Geology C. Geometry D. Geography Câu 17: A birth………… gives the date and place of a person’s birth and the names of his parents A. diploma B. paper C. certificate D. degree Câu 18: There are still two…………….on the school board A. spaces B. vacancies C. position D. places Câu 19: If you ……………to my advice in the first place, you wouldn’t be in this mess right now [...]... been D It had been Câu 29: The academic year in England……… into three terms A divided is dividing B dividing C is divided Câu 30: It is very…….of you to help me A kind B happy C well D glad Xác định từ/ cụm từ có gạch dưới (ứng với A hoặc B, C, D) cần phải sửa để những câu trở thành chính xác Câu 31: My father’s office are on the second floor A My father B are C on D second floor Câu 32: Walk in the rain