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Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.. Question 22: Thanks to bett[r]

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Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from

the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.

Question : A educate B engineer C acceptable D department Question : A future B picture C culture D turn

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions

Question : A habitat B inflation C disease D remove Question : A complete B command C common D community Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.

Question : They asked me how long did it take to get to Paris by train A B C D

Question : After driving for twenty miles, he suddenly realized that he has been driving A B C

in the wrong direction D

Question 7: Because the Red Cross accepts blood from most donors, the nurses will not let you A B

give blood if you have just had a cold

C D

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions

Question : In Vietnam, application forms for the National Entrance Examinations must be _before the deadline, often in April

A issued B signed C filed D submitted Question : He walked I could not catch up with him

A fast B so fast that C as fast as D faster than Question 10 : It is high time we _ something to protect our environment

A B to C did D have done Question 11 : The more _ you are, the easier it is for you to make friends

A reserved B funny C sociable D social Question 12 : I can with most things but I cannot stand noisy children A put up B put on C put aside D put off Question 13: Neither the students nor their lecturer English in the classroom A use B are using C uses D have used Question 14: she can buy everything she likes

A So rich is she that B So rich she is that C Such rich is she that D All are right Question 15 : This is the second time

A you are losing your door key B you've lost your door key C you were losing your door key D your door key was lost by you Question 16 : The man is very friendly

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A accept B acceptable C acceptably D acceptance Question 18 : If you not learn seriously, to understand the subject well A you will never be able B will you never be able C never you will be able D will never you be able

Question 19 : His research has not been able to be because of a financial difficulty A set up B put off C turned on D carried out

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges.

Question 20: - Tim : “ Let’s go to Fuji for our summer holiday ! “ - Tom : “ _ “

A How about you ? B What’s the matter C Not at all D OK It sounds good Question 21: - Lora : “ Sorry, the manager is not here “

- Jane : “ _ ? “

A Can I take a message then B Can I speak to the manager, please C Would you like to leave a message D Can I leave a message then.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

Question 22: He’s really delighted with his success.

A pleased B angry C entertained D annoyed Question 23: Try to eliminate fatty foods from your diet.

A limit B move C add D get rid of

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

Question 24: Those clothes are inappropriate for this morning.

A improper B attractive C suitable D.available Question 25: She is a very generous woman She has given most of her wealth to a charity organization

A mean B amicable C kind D hospitable

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the following questions.

Question 26: People say that he gets a high salary A It is said that he gets a high salary.

B It is said for him to get high salary C He is said that he gets a high salary D That he gets a high salary is said

Question 27 : It’s high time you started revising for the coming exam A I think you should start revising for the coming exam right now. B Revising for the coming exam takes your time

C It’s time to come to the exam after revising

D The time is high because you started revising for the coming exam

Question 28 : This film is interesting but the film we saw last week was more interesting A The film we saw last week was as interesting as this one

B The film we saw last week was less interesting than this one C The film we saw last week was more interesting as this one D The film we saw last week was more interesting than this one.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following questions

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A Although the hot weather, they continued playing football B In spite of the hot weather, they continued playing football. C In spite of the weather was hot, they continued playing football D Despite the weather was hot, they continued playing football

Question 30: She helped us a lot with our project We couldn’t continue without her

A Provided her contribution wouldn’t come, we couldn’t have continued with the project B Unless we had her contribution, we couldn’t have continued with the project

C If she hadn’t contributed positively, we couldn’t have continued with the project. D But for her contribution, we could have continued with the project

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 31 to 35.

Singapore has a highly developed market-based economy, (31 ) _ historically revolves around extended trade Along with Hong Kong, South Korea and Taiwan, Singapore is one (32 ) _ The Four Asian Tigers The economy depends heavily on exports , refining, imported goods, especially in manufacturing Manufacturing constituted 26 (33) of Singapore’s GDP in 2005 The manufacturing industry is well-diversified into electronics, petroleum refining, chemicals, (34) _ engineering and biomedical sciences manufacturing In 2006, Singapore produced about 10 percent of the world’s foundry water output Singapore is the busiest port in the world in terms of tonnage shipped Singapore is the world’s fourth largest foreign exchange trading centre after London, New York City (35 ) _ Tokyo

Question 31 : A who B whom C why D which Question 32 : A of B in C for D at Question 33 : A percentage B persuasion C perception D percent Question 34 : A machine B mechanical C mechanically D mechanic Question 35 : A and B but C or D so Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer

to each of the questions from 36 to 42.

American movies create myths about college life in the United States These stories are entertaining, but they are not true You have to look beyond Hollywood movies to understand what college is really like

Thanks to the movies, many people believe that college students party and socialize more than they study Movies almost never show students working hard in class or in the library Instead, movies show them eating, talking, hanging out, or dancing to loud music at wild parties While it is true that American students have the freedom to participate in activities, they also have academic responsibilities In order to succeed, they have to attend classes and study hard

Another movie myth is that athletics is the only important extracurricular activity In fact, there is a wide variety of nonacademic activities on campus such as special clubs, service organizations, art, and theater programs This variety allows students to choose what interests them Even more important, after graduation, students’ résumés look better to employers if they list a few extracurricular activities.

Most students in the movies can easily afford higher education If only this were true! While it is true that some American college students are wealthy, most are from families with moderate incomes Up to 80% of them get some type of financial aid Students from middle and lower-income families often work part-time throughout their college years There is one thing that many college students have in common, but it is not something you will see in the movies They have parents who think higher education is a priority, a necessary and important part of their children's lives

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real college students are not like movie characters at all

So the next time you want a taste of the college experience, not go to the movies Look at some college websites or brochures instead Take a walk around your local college campus Visit a few classes True, you may not be able to see the same people or exciting action you will see in the movies, but you can be sure that there are plenty of academic adventures going on all around you !

Question 36: The stories about college life in American movies are not

A true B interesting C boring D exciting

Question 37: The phrase “academic responsibilities” in the second paragraph is closest in meaning to “ ”

A learning duties B training skills C caring professions D teaching methods Question 38: Which of the following is NOT true?

A Learning is only part of students’ college life

B There is a wide choice of extracurricular activities for college students C Extracurricular activities are of no importance to employers.

D Not all extracurricular activities are students’ academic responsibilities. Question 39: The word “they” in the third paragraph refers to .

A employers B activities C colleges D résumés

Question 40: The word “moderate” in the fourth paragraph is closest in meaning to “ ”.

A not high B unlimited C not steady D sensible

Question 41: Many American students have to work part-time throughout their college years because

A they are not allowed to work full-time B they want to gain experience

C their parents force them to D they can earn money for their expenses Question 42: Which of the following could best serve as the title of the passage?

A Going to College: The Only Way to Succeed in Life B Hollywood Movies: The Best About College Life C Extracurricular Activities and Job Opportunities D American College Life and the Movies

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 43 to 50.

The need for a surgical operation, especially an emergency operation, almost always comes as a severe shock to the patient and his family Despite modern advances, most people still have an irrational fear of hospitals and anaesthetics Patients not often believe they really need surgery- cutting into a part of the body as opposed to treatment with drugs

In the early year of the 20th century, there was little specialization in surgery A good surgeon was capable of performing almost every operation that had been advised up to that time Today the situation is different Operations are now being carried out that were not even dreamed of fifty years ago The heart can be safely opened and its valves repaired Clogged blood vessels can be clean out, and broken ones mended and replaced A lung, the whole stomach, or even part of the brain can be removed and still permit the patient to live a comfortable and satisfactory life However, not every surgeon wants to, or is qualified to carry out every type of modern operation

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an operation and may be back at work in two or three weeks

One of the most revolutionary areas of modern surgery is that of organ transplants Until a few decades ago, no person, except an identical twins, was able to accept into his body the tissues of another person without reacting against them and eventually killing them Recently, however, it has been discovered that with the use of X-rays and special drugs, it is possible to graft tissues from one person to another which will survive for periods of a year or more Kidneys have been successfully transplanted between non-identical twins Heart and lung transplants have also been reasonably successful

“Spare parts” surgery, the simple routine replacement of all worn-out organs by new ones, is still a dream of the future but surgery is ready for such miracles In the meantime, you can be happy if the doctors say to you: “Yes, I think it is possible to operate on you for this condition.”

Question 43 Most people are afraid of being operated on _. A in spite of improvements in modern surgery

B because they think modern drugs are dangerous C because they not believe they need anesthetics D unless it is an emergency operation

Question 44 Surgeons in the early 20th century compared with modern ones _

A had less to learn about surgery B needed more knowledge

C were more trusted by their patients D could perform every operation known today Question 45 A patient can still live a comfortable life even after the removal of _.

A his brain

B a major organ such as the stomach or one lung C his lungs

D part of the stomach or the whole liver

Question 46 The word “clogged” is most likely to correspond to _.

A clean B blocked C covered D unwashed

Question 47 Today, compared with 1910 _. A 20% fewer of all operation patients die

B 20% of all operation patients recover C operation deaths have increased by 20%

D five times fewer patients die after being operated on

Question 48 What is the similar meaning to the word “octogenarian ” ?

A eighteen-year-old B person in his eighties

C person having eighth operation D eye specialist

Question 49 The main difficulty with organ transplants is _ A it is difficult to find organs of the same size

B only identical twins can give permission for their organs to be exchanged C the body’s tendency to reject alien tissues

D the patient is not allowed to use drugs after them

Question 50 You can be happy if your surgeon can operate because it means . A he thinks your condition may be curable B he is a good doctor

C he knows you will survive D you are getting better already

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Question : A uniform B university C student D customer Question : A economy B came C computers D device

Question : A admittance B origin C regional D government Question : A penalize B athletic C amateur D synchronize Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.

Question : A number of applicants has already been interviewed but none of them are A B C

qualified enough

D

Question : We wouldn’t share our opinions so quickly if there isn’t Internet connectivity A B C D

Question 7: The lifestyle of the people who live in each culture area reflect the geography A B C D of that area

Question 8: Mr.Pike for this company for more than thirty years, and he intends to stay here until he

A worked / retires B works / is retiring C has worked / retires D is working / will retire Question : John forgot his ticket so he was not allowed _ the club

A brought / enter B bring / entering C bringing / to enter D to bring / to enter Question 10 : There _ mutual understanding between friends

A must be B must to be C are D must have been Question 11 : Neither the mother nor the children aware of the danger

A were B was C is D has been

Question 12 : she got the salary last week, she has complained that she is out of money A Unless B Even though C In case D As

Question 13: we save, we can buy a new house

A The much money / the less soon B More money / the soon C More money / sooner D The more money / the sooner Question 14: When you finish writing, you should your composition

A keep up B look on C pass away D go over Question 15 : Nam studied hard _

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Question 16 : The government has measures to promote the development of the economy A made B taken C carried D achieved

Question 17: Mountain gorillas are an endangered species _ habitats are being destroyed A whose B why C which D that

Question 18 : My father an interest in collecting stamps He had a valuable stamp collection A got on B kept in C went over D took up

Question 19 : If we earlier in the morning, we at the village now A departed / would have arrived B had departed / would arrive C departed / would arrived D had departed / would have arrived

Question 20: - Tim : “ What are you going to for the vacation ? “ - Tom : “ “

A That sounds great B How about you ? What will you ?

C I will take some tests D I’m not sure, but I might go camping for a few days. Question 21: - Lora : “ How did you feel when you first started work ? “

- Jane : “ _ ”

A Not at all B I don’t think so C A bit nervous D Thanks for asking me

Question 22: In America, when a woman and a man are introduced, shaking hands is up to woman. A depends on B replies on C waits on D congratulates on Question 23: I haven’t been to the cinema for a decade

A five years B seven years C ten years D twenty years

Question 24: In remote communities, it's important to replenish stocks before the winter sets in. A remake B empty C refill D repeat

Question 25: Strongly advocating health foods, Jane doesn’t eat any chocolate. A supporting B impugning C advising D denying

Question 26: We asked some workers to redecorate the house last year A We redecorated the house by ourselves last year

B The house was not redecorated by any workers last year C We had the house redecorated last year.

D The workers refused to redecorate the house last year Question 27 : John said, “ Mary, not forget to send the letters” A John reminded Mary to send the letters

B John told Mary that he did not forget to send the letters C Mary promised not to forget to send the letters D Mary asked Peter to send the letters

Question 28 : What a pity ! I did not take my camera

A I regret taking my camera B If only I had taken my camera. C I wish I took my camera D My camera used to be taken

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Question 29: Hartford is the capital of Connecticut It is the second largest city in the state A The capital of Connecticut, Hartford which is the second largest city in the state B Hartford, the capital of Connecticut, is the second largest city in the state C Hartford, the second largest city in the state, which is the capital of Connecticut D Hartford, the capital of Connecticut, that is the second largest city in the state Question 30: He had just finished eating his breakfast Then he fell down

A Hardly did he finished eating his breakfast when he fell down B Hardly he had finished eating his breakfast when he fell down C Hardly had he finished eating his breakfast when he fell down D Hardly have he finished eating his breakfast when he fell down

BRINGING THE LEARNING OUTDOORS

Kindergarten is a fun place (31) young children learn In some special kindergartens, children learn outside most of the day!

Some kindergartens are (32) _ the forest In these "forest kindergartens," children play freely They're outside in all kinds of weather At forest kindergartens, children learn by climbing trees and picking fruit They also learn about and (33) animals For example, they collect chicken eggs and feed baby mice Little Flower Kindergarten is in Dong Nai, Vietnam At this school, children learn about farming They also learn that it is important (34) _ healthy food They grow vegetables in gardens - on the roof! They eat the vegetables they grow in their lunches

At Fuji Kindergarten in Tokyo, Japan, trees grow inside the building! The classroom windows and sliding doors (35) open to the outside most of the year The roof is a big, wooden circle Children love to play and run on it

(Source: Discoveries magazine April 2016) Question 31: A which B where C when D why

Question 32: A in B on C at D by

Question 33: A take on B take over C take after D take care of Question 34: A to eat B eating C ate D eaten Question 35: A make B stay C D be

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer

During the teenage years, many young people can at times be difficult to talk to They often seem to dislike being questioned They may seem unwilling to talk about their work at school This is a normal development becoming independent of teenagers trying to be adult while they are still growing up Young people are usually more willing to talk if they believe that questions are asked out of real interest and not because people are trying to check up on them

Parents should their best to talk to their sons and daughters about school work and future plan but should not push them to talk if they don’t want to Parents should also watch for the danger signs: some young people in trying to be adult may experiment with sex, drugs, alcohol or smoking Parents need to watch for any signs of unusual behavior which may be connected with these and get help if necessary

Question 36 This passage is taken from a

A handbook for parents B school timetable C teenage magazine D book for children Question 37 Why adults sometimes find teenagers difficult to talk to ?

A Because most teenagers are quiet

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C Because teenagers think adults are not honest D Because most teenagers hate adults

Question 38: What does the word “ they” in bold in paragraph refer to _ ?

A parents B future plan C school work D teenagers Question 39 When can you expect young people to be more talkative than usual?

A when people talk to them because they are really interested and not just checking on them B when adults give them a lot of money to spend

C when adults talk to them about something other than their work in school D when adults talk to them about sex, alcohol and drugs

Question 40 Some teenagers experiment with drinking and smoking because _ A cigarettes and alcohol are available everywhere

B cigarettes and alcohol are cheap

C women like smoking and drinking men

D they regard them as a mark of adulthood.

Question 41 The word “behavior” in the passage most nearly means _.

A feeling B manners C activities D reaction Question 42 When is it necessary for parents to find help for their child ?

A When the teens starts taking up smoking B When it’s difficult to communicate with C When they don’t have future plans D When they have low marks in school

You can usually tell when your friends are happy or angry by the looks on their faces or by their actions This is useful because reading their emotional expressions helps you to know how to respond to them Emotions have evolved to help us respond to important situations and to convey our intentions to others But does raising the eyebrows and rounding the mouth say the same thing in Minneapolis as it does in Madagascar? Much research on emotional expressions has centered on such questions

According to Paul Ekman, the leading researcher in this area, people speak and understand substantially the same “facial language” Studies by Ekman’s group have demonstrated that humans share a set of universal emotional expressions that testify to the common biological heritage of the human species Smiles, for example, signal happiness and frowns indicate sadness on the faces of people in such far- flung places as Argentina, Japan, Spain, Hungary, Poland , Sumatra ,the United States, Vietnam, the jungles of New Guinea , and the Eskimo villages north of Artic Circle Ekman and his colleagues claim that people everywhere can recognize at least seven basic emotions: sadness, fear, anger, disgust, contempt, happiness, and surprise There are, however, huge differences across cultures in both the context and intensity of emotional displays – the so called display rules In many Asian cultures, for example, children are taught to control emotional responses – especially negative ones-while many American children are encouraged to express their feelings more openly Regardless of culture, however, emotions usually show themselves, to some degree , in people’s behavior From their first days of life, babies produce facial expressions that communicate their feelings

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Question 43 According to the passage, we respond to others by _ A observing their looks B watching their actions C observing their emotional expressions D looking at their faces

Question 44 Many studies on emotional expressions try to answer the question whether A different cultures have similar emotional expressions

B.eyebrow raising means the same in Minneapolis and Madagascar C raising the eyebrows has similar meaning to rounding the mouth

D rounding the mouth has the same meaning in Minneapolis and Madagascar Question 45 The word “ evolved” in line is closest in meaning to

A reduced B increased C simplified D developed

Question 46 Paul Ekman is mentioned in the passage as an example of A lacked many main ingredients

B researchers on universal language

C researchers who can speak and understand many languages D investigators on universal emotional expressions

Question 47 The biggest difference lies in

A how long negative emotions are displayed B how intensive emotions are expressed C how emotional responses are controlled D how often positive emotions are shown Question 48 Unlike American children, Asian children are encouraged to _

A control their emotions B display their emotions openly C conceal their positive emotions D change their behaviour Question 49 The phrase “ this evidence” in line 21 refers to _.

A the fact that children are good at recognizing others’ emotions B human facial expressions

C a biological underpinning for humans to express emotions D the fact that children can control their feelings

Question 50 The best title for the passage is A Cultural universals in emotional expressions

B Ways to control emotional expressions

C review of research on emotional expressions D Human habit of displaying emotions

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Question : A.measure B.breathe C.breath D head Question : A missed B stopped C talked D arrived

Question : A explain B involve C purpose D control Question : A dictation B communicate C occasion D reservation

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.

Question : The world is becoming more industrialized and the number of animal species A B that have become extinct have increased

C D

Question : Each of the members of the group were made to write a report every week A B C D

Question 7: If you think carefully before making your decision, you will avoid to get into trouble A B C

later D

Question 8: Those who don’t get their colleagues are sometimes isolated at their jobs

A up with B on to C by with D along with

Question 9: When I to visit her yesterday, she a party A come / was prepared B came / prepared C came / was preparing D came/has prepared

Question 10 : Peter is so _ that he never thinks of anything bad and unsuccessful A optimistic B disappointed C pessimistic D keen

Question 11 : If you finish the report, please give it to your supervisor He will read and make any necessary changes

A out B through C over D with

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A twice as much as B twice more than C twice as more as D twice as many as Question 14: Reagan _ an actor years ago

A is said to be B was said being C was said have been D is said to have been Question 15 : No sooner the feast will start tomorrow

A will the bell ring than B the bell will ring than C the bell will ring when D will the bell ring when

Question 16 : A (n) child means a child who behaves badly and saddens his parents A active B hard – working C obedient D insubordinate

Question 17: Much progress on computers since 1950

A has been made B has done C has been done D has made Question 18 : It looks like they’re going to succeed their present difficulties A despite B because of C even though D yet Question 19 : Everyone likes when they have got some success

A to congratulate B to be congratulating C to be congratulated D being congratulated Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges.

Question 20: - Nam : “ I don’t think English is too hard to study ” - Huy : “ “

A I too B I don’t neither C Neither I D I either Question 21: - Duy : “ How nice ! You performed so beautifully ! “ - Huong: “ “

A Thank you I am happy you like me B Thank you But I don’t think I did well C Thank you But I am not so sure D Thank you It’s very encouraging.

Question 22: Around 150 B.C the Greek astronomer Hipparchus developed a system to classify stars according to brightness

A record B shine C categorize D diversify Question 23: She is always diplomatic when she deals with angry students. A strict B outspoken C firm D tactful

Question 24: The situation in the country has remained relatively stable for a few months now. A constant B objective C changeable D ignorant

Question 25: In big cities, animals should be kept under control.

A out of dispute B out of hand C out of order D out of discipline

Question 26: Although my father’s always busy, he often helps me with my homework A My father’s always busy, but he often helps me with my homework.

B My father’s always busy, and he often helps me with my homework C My father’s always busy, so he often helps me with my homework.

D My father’s always busy because he often helps me with my homework Question 27 : We had to put off our wedding until September

A It was not until September that our wedding had to be put off B Not until September did we have to put off our wedding C Our wedding until September had to be postponed D Our wedding had to be postponed until September.

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B No sooner had he arrived at the airport than he called home. C Calling home, he said that he had arrived at the airport D He arrived at the airport and called me to take him home

Question 29: He behaved in a very strange way That surprised me a lot A His behaviour was a very strange thing, that surprised me most. B He behaved very strangely, which surprised me very much. C What almost surprised me was the strange way he behaved D I was almost not surprised by his strange behaviour

Question 30: Put your coat on You will get cold

A You will not get cold unless you put your coat on B Put your coat on, otherwise you will get cold.

C It is not until you put your coat on that you will get cold. D You not only put your coat on but also get cold

There is usually one important subject missing from most school timetables Very few students are (31) _ how to organize their learning, and how to make the best use of their time Let’s take some simple examples Do you know how to (32) _ up words in a dictionary , and you understand all the information the dictionary contains ? Can you (33) _ notes quickly, and can you understand them afterwards ? For some reason, many schools give learners no help with these matters Teachers ask students to (34) _ pages from books , or tell them to write ten pages, but don’t explain how to it Learning by heart can be useful, but it is important to have a genuine understanding of a subject You can (35) _ a lot of time memorizing books, without understanding anything about the subject

Question 31 : A taught B learned C educated D graduated Question 32 : A find B get C research D look Question 33 : A B send C make D revise Question 34 : A concentrate B remind C forget D memorize Question 35 : A pass B waste C tell D use

According to airline industry statistics, almost 90 percent of airline accidents are survivable or partially survivable But passengers can increase their chances of survival by learning and following certain tips Experts say that you should read and listen to safety instructions before take-off and ask questions if you have uncertainties You should fasten your seat belt low on your hips and as tightly as possible Of course, you should also know how the release mechanism of your belt operates During take-off and landings you are advised to keep your feet flat on the floor Before takeoff you should locate the nearest exit and an alternative exit and count the rows of seat between you and the exits so that you can find them in the dark if necessary In the even that you are forewarned of the possible accident, you should put your hands on your ankles and keep your head down until the plane come to complete stop

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Question 36 :According to the passage, which exits should an airline passenger locate before take-off ? A The nearest one

B The ones that can be found in the dark C The two closest to the passenger’s seat

D The ones with counted rows of seats between them

Question 37 The word “evacuate” in line 13 is closest in meaning to .

A vacate B escape C maintain D return

Question 38 According to the passage, airline travelers should keep their feet flat on the floor

A during take-off and landings B throughout the flight

C especially during landings D only if an accident is possible

Question 39 What is the main topic of the passage? A Airline industry accident statistics B Guidelines for increasing aircraft passengers survival. C Procedures for evacuating aircraft

D Safety instructions in air travel

Question 40 Airline passenger are to all of the following EXCEPT A fasten their seat belt before take-off B locate the nearest exist C carry personal belongings in an emergency D ask questions about safety Question 41 The word “inflated” in line 14 is closest in meaning to .

A expanded B lifted C increased D assembled Question 42 Travelers are urged by experts to read and listen to safety instructions

A if smoke is in the cabin B before take-off C before locating the exits D in an emergency

In the exploration of the linguistic life circle, it is apparent that it is much more difficult to learn a second language in adulthood than a first language in childhood Most adults never completely master a foreign language, especially in phonology - hence the foreign accent Their development often 'fossilizes' into permanent error patterns that no teaching or correction can undo Of course there are great individual differences, which depend on effort, attitudes, amount of exposure, quality of teaching, and plain talent, but there seems to be a cap for the best adults in the best circumstances.

Many explanations have been advanced for children's superiority: they exploit the simplified, repetitive conversation between parents and children, make errors unself-consciously, are more motivated to communicate, like to conform, are not set in their ways, and have no first language to, interfere But some of these accounts are unlikely, based on what is known about how language acquisition works.: Recent evidence is calling these social and motivation explanations into doubt.

Holding every other factor constant, a key factor stands out: sheer age

Systematic evidence comes from the psychologist Elissa Newport and her colleagues They tested Korean and Chinese-born students at the University of Illinois who had spent at least ten years in the U.S The immigrants were given a list of 276 simple English sentences, half of them containing some grammatical error The immigrants who came to the U.S between the ages of three an seven performed identically to American-born students Those who arrived between the ages of and 15 did worse the later they arrived, and those who arrived between 17 and 39 did the worst of all, and showed huge variability unrelated their age of arrival.

Question 43: The passage mainly discusses A adult differences in learning a foreign language B children's ability to learn a language

C the age factor in learning languages fast D Research into language acquisition

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A prize B limit C covering D level

Question 45: According to the passage, young children learn languages quickly for all the following reasons EXCEPT _

A they make many mistakes B they want to talk

C their approach is flexible D they frequently repeat words Question 46: The word 'set' is closest in meaning to _.

A fixed B changed C stable D formed

Question 47: The word 'unrelated' could be replaced by

A unconnected B unfamiliar C unclassified D unidentified Question 48: In the experiment in the passage, the psychologists discovered

A most students had lived in the U.S for more than ten years B older students were unable to learn English

C young students learn English best

D students who arrived late were worst of all Question 49: The word 'who' refers to _.

A Elissa Newport B Koreans C students D colleagues Question 50: According to the passage, what was the purpose of examining a sample number of immigrants ?

A To compare different age groups B To detect differences in nationalities C To confirm different language characteristics D To measure the use of grammar

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Question : A host B prove C compose D program Question : A pencil B penalty C personality D peasant

Question : A prisoner B disaster C agency D president Question : A pity B event C medal D spirit

Question : Many young people lack skills, good education, and financial to settle in the A B

urban areas where many jobs are found C D

Question : A basic knowledge of social studies, such as history and geography, are considered

A B C

a basic part of the education of every child

D

Question 7: It has been said that laser to be the most miraculous to cure patients A B C D

Question 8: Only because she had to support her family _ to leave school A that Alice decides B so Alice decided

C Alice decided D did Alice decide Question 9: _ today, there would be nowhere for them to stay

A If they arrive B Had they arrive C Were they to arrive D Provided they arrived Question 10 : An economic _ is a time when there is very little economic activity, which causes a lot of unemployment and poverty

A improvement B depression C development D mission Question 11 : Our plan by the members of the committee

A considers B considered C is considering D is being considered

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on the stage

A that B which C whom D who

Question 13: Government have _ laws to protect wildlife from overhunting and commercial trade A enacted B enabled C enlarged D encouraged

Question 14: I _ a terrible accident while I _ on the beach

A see / am walking B saw / was walking C was seeing / walked D have seen / were walking Question 15 : There's a rumor that the National Bank is going to the company I work for A take on B take out of C take over D take off

Question 16 : Peter won’t come to see you tomorrow, ………… ?

A is he B will you C will he D does he Question 17: By working systematically, you ……… achieve the results you desire A should B may C had better D would rather Question 18 : As soon as I smoking, I felt a lot better

A took up B took out C gave out D gave up Question 19 : Smoking is not permitted here, so you’d better _ your cigarette

A extinguish B to extinguish C extinguishing D extinguished

Question 20: - Nam : “ I’m really tired I’m taking next week off “ - Mai : “ “

A Take care, my love Have a nice weekend ! B Really ? I don’t know what you are going to

C That sounds like a good idea The break will you good. D Well, you must be telling a lie !

Question 21: - Huy : “ I would like some more tea.” - Dung : “ _ “

A Well, I’d rather have coffee B Certainly you are C I’m sorry I haven’t got any left D No I’ve had enough

Question 22: The situation seems to be changing minute by minute

A. again and again B from time to time C very rapidly D time after time Question 23: Human beings are constantly contaminating natural habitats of the wildlife. A polluting B promoting C destroying D protecting

Question 24: The proposal will go ahead despite strong objections from the public A support B disagreement C agreement D dislike

Question 25: Mathematics, a required subject in all schools, is divided into many branches. A assembled B separated C strengthened D shortened

Question 26: I did not come to your party due to the rain A If it did not rained, I would come to your party

B It was the rain that prevented me from coming to your party. C Even though it rained, I came to your party

D Suppose it did not rain, I would come to your party

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B Hardly had he approached the house than the policeman stopped him C No sooner had he approached the house when the policeman stopped him D Hardly he had approached the house when the policeman stopped him Question 28 : I have never talked to the headmaster before

A It’s the first time I ever talked to the headmaster B It’s the first time I had ever talked to the headmaster

C It’s the first time I have ever talked to the headmaster.

D It’s the first time I will ever have talked to the headmaster

Question 29: They spent more money They had to work harder A The more money they spent, the harder they had to work. B The more they spent money, the harder work they had to C The more money they spent, the more harder they had to work D The more they spent money, the more hard they had to work

Question 30: I don’t remember the man You met him at the canteen last week A I don’t remember the man whom you met him at the canteen last week B I don’t remember the man whose you met at the canteen last week C I don’t remember the man whom you met at the canteen last week. D I don’t remember the man that you met him at the canteen last week

It’s quite rare to meet teenagers who don’t like sports When you are young, you know how important (31) _ to physical exercise if you want to be healthy and strong, and for that reason you often concentrate on just one sport with so (32) _ enthusiasm that in the end you can’t live without it The problem is, though, that as you grow up you have less and less spare time At your age you have to study harder if you want to get good marks to go to university, with perhaps only one afternoon a week to any sport This happens just when you are the best (33) for many sports, such as gymnastics and swimming By the time you finish all your studies you will probably be too old to be really good at sports like those, but if you spend enough time on (34) _ while you are young, then one day you will find that you are very good at your sport but too old to study, and you will find it (35) to get a good job Somehow, it doesn’t seem fair

Question 31 : A this is B you are C it is D things are Question 32 : A keen B many C great D much Question 33 : A stage B age C period D time Question 34 : A training B practice C exercise D sporting Question 35 : A impractical B unlikely C improbable D impossible

Marian Anderson’s brilliant singing career began at age six when she sang spirituals at the Union Baptist Church in her hometown of Philadelphia She toured Europe in the 1920s, drawing vast acclaim However, when she returned to the United States she was still barred from performing on the American operatic stage After she was prevented from singing in Washington’s segregated Constitution Hall in 1939, Eleanor Roosevelt intervened and arranged for Miss Anderson to perform at the Lincoln Memorial A crowd of 75,000 people came to watch her sing before the Memorial Marian Anderson’s beautiful contralto voice broke down racial barriers, showing white Americans that blacks had a profound contribution to make to America’s cultural life

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Metropolitan Opera In her many years of touring, she had to endure a racism that forced her to enter concert halls and hotels through service entrances Her grace under this stress showed a moral perseverance that paralleled that of the famous Martin Luther King, Jr

Question 36: We can conclude from the passage that Marian Anderson first toured Europe instead of the United States because _

A it was too expensive to tour in the United States B she was not allowed to perform in the United States C she was paid more in Europe

D there were better operatic facilities in Europe

Question 37: The word "barred" in line could best be replaced by which of the following ?

A purged B released C overpowered D prohibited

Question 38: The significance of Anderson's Lincoln Memorial performance was that _ A 75,000 people came B her contralto voice was beautiful

C She was too young D she was a black performer

Question 39: The phrase "broke down racial barriers" in the first paragraph means .

A shattered obstacles B disclosed opportunities

C revealed inaccuracies D analyzed destinations

Question 40: The word "eventually" in the second paragraph could best be replaced by _. A sooner B in the long run C at last D recently

Question 41: According to the passage, what did Marian Anderson have in common with Martin Luther King, Jr ?

A singing in church B a performance at the Lincoln Memorial C a clear strong voice D moral perseverance

Question 42: What is NOT TRUE about Marian Anderson? A She had contralto voice

B She was a black singer

C Her singing career started after she was ten years old

D She was the first African-American singer who performed at New York’s Metropolitan Opera in 1955

Sometimes people add to what they say even when they don't talk Gestures are the "silent language" of every culture We point a finger or move another part of the body to show what we want to say It is important to know the body language of every country or we may be misunderstood In the United States, people greet each other with a handshake in a formal introduction The handshake must be firm If the handshake is weak, it is a sign of weakness or unfriendliness Friends may place a hand on the other's arm or shoulder Some people, usually women, greet a friend with a hug

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don't know what to do, the safest thing to is to smile Question 43: From the passage we can learn that _ A gestures don't mean anything while talking

B It's confusing to understand a culture's body language C gestures can help us to express ourselves

D American people often use body language in communication Question 44: The word “ firm ” in the first paragraph refers to _

A tight B small C light D fast

Question 45: If you are introduced to a stranger from the USA, you should _ A greet him with a hug B place a hand on his shoulder C shake his hand weakly D shake his hand firmly Question 46: American people often

A show their friendship by touching each other B face each other directly when they are talking

C say "Pardon me" to each other when they are talking D get uncomfortable when you stand or sit too close to them

Question 47: When your friend give you a thumbs-up, he, in fact, A shows his rudeness to you B shows his anger to you

C expresses his satisfaction to you D expresses his worries about you Question 48: The word “confusing” in the second paragraph refers to

A easy to understand B difficult to understand C convenient to understand D comfortable to understand

Question 49: Which of the following is NOT true about the culture of the United States? A It's impolite to look the other person in the eyes while talking

B It's rude to look at the other person for a long time C Pointing at someone is usually considered rude

D It's all right to raise your hand slightly when you want to attract the waiter's attention Question 50: From this passage, we should pay much attention to _when communicating with Americans

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Question : A relaxed B kissed C surprised D stopped Question : A integration B international C immigration D operation

Question : A effective B informal C dependent D kangaroo Question 4: A vacancy B remember C impression D experience

Question 5: There must be something wrong with him because he looks rather tiredly A B C D

Question : It wasn’t until I graduated from university that I didn’t realize the value of good A B C D

education

Question 7: Last week Mark told me that he got very bored with his present job and is looking for A B C a new one

D

Question 8: Volunteers spend a lot of time _ the elderly in their neighborhood to settle their lives

A help B to help C helping D on helping Question 9: He can't go out because he _ his work

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A plastic small black B small plastic black C black small plastic D small black plastic Question 11 : No sooner the soldiers leaped into the water

A had the ship touched the shore than B had the ship touched the shore when C the ship had touched the shore then D the ship touched the shore than Question 12 : This present will be given to can answer the last question A whomever B whoever C whom D who

Question 13: Had I not stayed up late last night, I tired now

A wouldn’t be B won’t be C can’t be D wouldn’t have been Question 14: I can’t recall that old movie, but maybe I did many years ago A to see B to have seen C having been seen D having seen Question 15 : I told you the computer, didn’t I ?

A not switch off B don’t switch off C to switch off D switch off Question 16 : Claire wanted to know what time

A the banks close B the banks closed C did the banks close D the banks would close Question 17: They _ my application because I didn’t know Japanese

A turned down B turned on C turned up D turned into Question 18 : _ his physical handicap, he has become a successful businessman A Although B Because C In spite D Despite

Question 19 : Neil Armstrong, the first person _ on the moon, reported that the surface was fine and powdery

A set foot B to set foot C setting foot D that set foot

Question 20: - Nam : “ I wonder if you could help me” - Kien : “ “

A Don’t mention it B Really ? How nice

C I’ll my best What’s up ? D No, what is it ? Question 21: - Boss : “ How long will it take to finish that report ?”

- Jane : “ _ “

A It’s about 10 pages long B I agree It’s very long

C I will report it to the manager D I’ll have finished it by next week.

Question 22: Your failure is the consequence of not studying hard enough for the test. A cause B motive C result D status

Question 23: This is the instance where big, obvious non-verbal signals are appropriate. A matter B attention C place D situation

Question 24: The boy denied breaking the window of the neighbor’s house.

A admitted B agreed C regretted D refused

Question 25 I found a job at a local hospital after I had graduated from Hai Phong Medicine College. A out of work B out of fashion C out of order D out of practice

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B We made all our efforts so that we could again success in the final match C Whatever efforts we had made, we weren’t able to win in the final match D We failed in the final match as a result of all our great efforts

Question 27 : She was so busy that she couldn’t answer the phone A She was very busy that she couldn’t answer the phone

B She was too busy to answer the phone C She was too busy not to answer the phone

D She was very busy so that she couldn’t answer the phone

Question 28 : The teacher did not let his students leave school until p.m A Both the teacher and his students had to leave school before p.m B All the students were allowed to leave school until p.m

C It was at p.m that the teacher and his students were made to leave school D It was not until p.m that the teacher let his students leave school.

Question 29: John needs to see the doctor His cough is terrible. A John, that cough is terrible, needs to see the doctor B John, whose cough is terrible, needs to see the doctor. C John, who cough is terrible, needs to see the doctor D John, whom cough is terrible, needs to see the doctor

Question 30: Vietnam exports a lot of rice It is grown mainly in the south of the country A Vietnam exports a lot of rice which grown mainly in the south of the country B Vietnam exports a lot of rice, that is mainly grown in the south of the country C Vietnam exports a lot of rice grown mainly in the south of the country.

D Vietnam, which is grown mainly in the south of the country, exports a lot of rice

Environmental Concerns

Earth is the only place we know of in the universe that can support human life (31) human activities are making the planet less fit to live on As the western world carries on consuming two-thirds of the world's resources while half of the world's population so just to stay (32) we are rapidly destroying the only resource we have by which all people can survive and prosper Everywhere fertile soil is either built on or washed into the sea Renewable resources are exploited so much that they will never be able to recover (33) We discharge pollutants into the atmosphere without any thought of the consequences As a result ,the planet's ability to support people is being reduced at the very time when rising human numbers and consumption are making increasingly heavy demands on it

The Earth's (34) _resources are there for us to use We need food, water, air, energy, medicines, warmth, shelter and minerals to keep us fed, comfortable, healthy and active If we are sensible in how we use the resources they will last indefinitely But if we use them wastefully and excessively they will soon (35) _ and everyone will suffer

Question 31: A Still B Despite C Yet D Although Question 32: A survival B alive C existent D live Question 33: A completely B quite C greatly D utterly Question 34: A real B living C genuine D natural Question 35: A run out B run away C run up D run off

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Since the world became industrialized, the number of animal species that have either become extinct or have neared extinction has increased Bengal tigers, for instance, which once roamed the jungles in vast numbers, now number only about 2,300 By the year 2025, it is estimated that they will become extinct

What is alarming about the case of the Bengal tiger is that this extinction will have been caused almost entirely by poachers who, according to some sources, are not always interested in material gain but in personal gratification This is an example of the callousness that is contributing to the problem of extinction Animals such as the Bengal tiger, as well as other endangered species, are valuable parts of the world’s ecosystem International laws protecting these animals must be enacted to ensure their survival – and the survival of our planet

Countries around the world have begun to deal with the problem in various ways Some countries, in an effort to circumvent the problem, have allocated large amounts of land to animals reserves They then charge admission prices to help defray the costs of maintaining the parks, and they often must also depend on world organizations for support This money enables them to invest in equipment and patrols to protect the animals Another response to the increase in animal extinction is an international boycott of products made from endangered species This has had some effect, but by itself it will not prevent animals from being hunted and killed

Question 36: What is the main topic of the passage ?

A Endangered species B Problems with industrialization C The Bengal tiger D International boycotts

Question 37: The word “poachers” could be best replaced by which of the following ? A Concerned scientists B Enterprising researchers

C Illegal hunters D Trained hunters

Question 38: The word “callousness” could be best replaced by which of the following ?

A incompetence B indirectness C insensitivity D independence

Question 39: The previous passage is divided into two paragraphs in order to contrast : _

A A comparison and a contrast B A problem and a solution

C A statement and an illustration D Specific and general information Question 40: What does the word “this” refer to in the passage ?

A Bengal tiger B Interest in material gain

C Killing animals for personal satisfaction D The decrease in the Bengal tiger population Question 41: Which of the following could best replace the word “allocated” ?

A set aside B combined C taken D organized

Question 42: What does the term “international boycott” refer to ? A A global increase in animal survival

B A refusal to buy animal products worldwide C Defraying the cost of maintaining national parks D Buying and selling of animal products overseas

May 7, 1840 , was the birthday of one of the most famous Russian composers of the nineteenth century : Peter Illich Tchaikovsky The son of a mining inspector , Tchaikovsky studied music as a child and later studied composition at the St Petersburg Conservatory His greatest period of productivity occurred between 1876 and 1890 , during which time he enjoyed the patronage of Madame Von Meck , a woman he never met , who gave him a living stipend of about 1,000 a year Madame Von Meck later terminated her friendship with Tchaikovsky , as well as his living allowance, when she herself was facing financial difficulties It was during the time of Madame Von Meck’ s patronage , however, that Tchaikovsky created the music for which he is most famous , including the music for the ballets of Swan Lake and The Sleeping Beauty Tchaikovsky’s music , well known for its rich melodic and sometimes melancholy passages , was one of the first that brought serious dramatic music to dance Before this , little attention had been given to the music behind the dance Tchaikovsky died on November 6, 1893 , ostensibly of cholera, although there are now some scholars who argue that he committed suicide

Question 43: What is the passage primarily about ?

A The life and music of Tchaikovsky B The development of Tchaikovsky’s music C The cause of Tchaikovsky’s death D Tchaikovsky’s relationship with his father Question 44: According to the passage, Tchaikovsky’s father was most probably a _

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Question 45: The phrase “ enjoyed the patronage of ” probably mean _

A was mentally attached to B liked the company of

C was financially dependent on D received advice from

Question 46: According to the passage , all of the following are true about Madame von Meck EXCEPT

A She had trouble with money B She was a generous woman

C She liked Tchaikovsky’s music D She never saw Tchaikovsky in person Question 47: Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage?

A Tchaikovsky’s school B Tchaikovsky’s death

C Tchaikovsky’s wife D.Tchaikovsky’s music

Question 48: According to the passage, Swan lake and The Sleeping Beauty are

A dances B plays C operas D songs

Question 49: The word “ terminated” in the passage is closest in meaning to which of the following ?

A ended B started C continued D strengthened

Question 50: The word “ which” in the passage refers to .

A Madame von Meck’s patronage B the ballet Swan Lake

C Tchaikovsky’s music D Tchaikovsky’s living allowance THE END

Question : A idiom B unite C identify D survive Question : A certain B equal C record D demand

Question : A agency B influence C memory D encounter Question : A advance B polo C crossbar D goalie

Question 5: If there were less cars on the roads , there would be fewer accidents A B C D

Question 6: When teenagers finish school, they have several choices: going to college , getting a job A B C or the army

D

Question 7: Students suppose to read all the questions carefully and find out the answers to them A B C D Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions

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A don’t you B didn’t you C doesn’t he D didn’t he Question 9: : Peter is not used late for school He prefers punctuality A to be B to being C been D being

Question 10 : He was to leave school because he couldn’t afford the fees A obliged B willing C able D make

Question 11 : The teacher asked a difficult question, but finally Ted a good answer A came up to B came up with C came up for D came out of Question 12 : _ students in our class is 45

A A large amount of B A lot of

C A number of D The number of

Question 13: English and French, _ you think is easier to learn? A which language that B which language

C what one D what

Question 14: We believe that the conservation of natural resources and habitats should be part of technological and economic _

A development B strength C blossom D increase Question 15 : It’s very cold in here Do you mind if I _ the heating?

A put off B put up with C put on D put down

Question 16 : Remember to bring with you your school certificate and letters of from your teachers or your previous employers when you come to the interview

A assignment B invitation C recommendation D advertisement Question 17: Had you done as I told you, you

A would succeed B will succeed C could succeed D would have succeeded Question 18 : _ she can buy everything she likes

A So rich is she that B So rich she is that C Such rich is she that D All are right Question 19 : _, he walked to the station

A Despite being tired B Although to be tired C In spite being tired D Despite tired

Question 20: - Nam : “ You're a great dancer I wish I could half as well as you.” - Duy : “ _ I'm an awful dancer ! “

A You're too kind B That's a nice compliment! C You've got to be kidding! D Oh, thank you very much Question 21: - Tim : “ I don’t think I can this one “

- John : “ “

A Oh , come on ! Have a go ! B Not at all C I hope not D No way

Question 22: She hesitated for a moment, and then went on.

A walked B continued speaking C arrived school D climbing up Question 23: They were forced to postpone the trip.

A put off B call off C without D see about

Question 24: He was so insubordinate that he lost his job within a week.

A fresh B disobedient C obedient D understanding

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A restrain B remain unstable C fluctuate D stay unchanged

Question 26: I have never seen this film before

A Never before have I seen this film B Never before I have seen this film C Before have never I seen this film D Have I never before seen this film Question 27 : My sister is often sick because she doesn’t physical exercise A If my sister does physical exercise, she won’t often be sick

B If my sister isn’t physical exercise, she does sick

C If my sister did physical exercise, she wouldn’t often be sick.

D If my sister wasn’t physical exercise, she would sick

Question 28 : I did not answer the door even though I knew it was my friend A Unless I knew it was my friend, I would not answer the door

B I knew it was my friend, but I did not answer the door. C Only when I answered the door did I knew it was my friend D I answered the door since I knew it was my friend

Question 29: Some events were cancelled Thousands of people attended the festival A No matter how many people attended the festival, some events were cancelled B In spite some cancelled events, thousands of people attended the festival C As some events were cancelled, thousands of people attended the festival

D Despite the cancellation of some events, thousands of people attended the festival.

Question 30 Anne jogs every morning It is very good for her health A Anne jogs every morning and is very good for her health

B Anne jogs every morning, which is very good for her health.

C Anne jogs every morning and then it is very good for her health. D Anne jogs every morning that it is very good for her health

Early writing and Alphabets

When people first began to write, they did not use an alphabet Instead, they drew small pictures to (31) _ the objects they were writing about This was very slow because there was a different picture for any word

The Ancient Egyptians had a (32) of picture writing that was described hieroglyphics The meaning of this writing was forgotten for a very long time but in 1799 some scientists discovered a stone near Alexandria, in Egypt The stone had been there for (33) a thousand years It had both Greek and hieroglyphics on it and researchers were finally able to understand what the hieroglyphics meant

An alphabet is quite different (34) picture writing It consists of letters or symbols that represent a sound and each sound is just part of one word The Phoenicians, who lived about 3,000 years ago, developed the modern alphabets It was later improved by the Roman‘s and this alphabet is now used (35) throughout the world

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A recent study shows that an unequal share of household chores is still the norm in many

households, despite the fact that many more women now have jobs In a survey of 1,256 people ages between18 and 65, men said they contributed an average of 37 per cent of the total housework, while the women estimated their share to be nearly double that, at 70 per cent This ratio was not affected by whether the woman was working or not

When they were asked what they thought was a fair division of labor, women with jobs felt that housework should be shared equally between male and female partners Women who did not work outside the home were satisfied to perform 80 per cent - the majority of the household work - if their husbands did the remainder Research has shown that, if levels increase beyond these percentages, women become unhappy and anxious, and feel they are unimportant

After marriage, a woman is reported to increase her household workload by 14 hours per week, but for men the amount is just 90 minutes So the division of labor becomes unbalanced, as a man's share increases much less than the woman's It is the inequality and loss of respect, not the actual number of hours, which leads to anxiety and depression The research describes housework as thankless and unfulfilling Activities included in the study were cooking, cleaning, shopping, doing laundry, washing-up and childcare Women who have jobs report that they feel overworked by these chores in addition to their professional duties In contrast, full-time homemakers frequently anticipate going back to work when the children grow up Distress for this group is caused by losing the teamwork in the marriage Question 36: The word “remainder” in paragraph is closest in meaning to _

A what is left B what is done C what is fulfilled D what is shared

Question 37: Although women think men should share the housework, those who not have a paid job share _ of the chores

A 37 per cent B 70 per cent C 80 per cent D 14 per cent

Question 38: After getting married, _

A men less housework B women twice as much housework

C men more housework D women have a bigger house

Question 39: Women who not have jobs become depressed _ A if their husbands 20 per cent of the chores

B if they have to more than half of the housework C because they have no self-respect

D when their husbands not help them

Question 40: The word “norm” in paragraph is closest in meaning to _.

A strange thing B usual thing C changing thing D unequal thing

Question 41: According to the passage, a good relationship is the one in which _ A women 80 per cent of the housework

B women and men divide the housework equally C men more housework than women

D women 14 hours of housework

Question 42: Objects of the survey were _

A married people B working people

C unemployed people D people of a wide range of ages

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need for a more cautions approach in the secondary school where there are older pupils Secondary staff and pupils suffer from the pressures of academic work and seem to have less time to stop and talk Teachers with specialist roles may see hundreds of children in week and a pupil may be able to form relationships with very few of the staff

He has to decide which adults are approachable; good schools will make clear to every young person from the first year what guidance and personal help is available- but whether the reality of life in the institution actually encourages requests for help is another matter

Adults often forget what a confusing picture school can offer to a child He sees a great deal of movement, a great number of people- often rather frightening looking people- and realises that an increasing number of choices and decisions have to be made As he progresses through the school the confusion may become less but the choices and decisions required will increase The school will rightly expect the pupil to take the first steps to obtain the help he needs, for this is the pattern of adult life for which he has to be prepared, but all the time the opportunities for personal and group advice must be presented in a way which makes them easy to understand and within easy reach of pupils

Question 43: According to the passage one of the problems for pupils entering secondary school is that

A they are taught by many different teachers B they not attend lessons in every subject C the teachers not want to be friendly

D the teachers give most attention to the more academic pupils

Question 44: The teachers at secondary school not talk much to the pupils because A they want to keep a certain distance with the pupils

B they are too busy with their academic work C the pupils are afraid of them

D it is the regulation of the school

Question 45: In secondary schools every pupil having problems should _ A know how to ask for help

B be freed from any pressure of academic work C be able to discuss his problems in class

D be able to discuss his problems with any teacher

Question 46: What will the school rightly expect the pupils to ? A they study hard B they think carefully

C they understand well D they firstly obtain the help

Question 47: The word “adults” in the second paragraph (underlined) refers to _ A the pupils at secondary school B the secondary pupils parents

C the staff at secondary school D the teachers and pupils at secondary school. Question 48:How many pupils teachers see in a week?

A One pupil B A few of pupils C Many pupils D Hundreds of pupils Question 49: Who the pupils make relationship with ?

A Other pupils B Other parents C Few of the staff D A few of the staff Question 50: In this passage about secondary schools, the author is mainly concerned about A academic standards

B the role of specialist teachers

C the training of the individual teachers D the personal development of pupils

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Question : A pressure B pleasure C leisure D measure Question : A defended B composed C completed D supported

Question : A character B publisher C wonderful D understand Question : A enterprise B commitment C inflation D collection

Question 5: The room is so dirty that it needs to clean without delay A B C D Question 6: Nowhere you can enjoy delicious dishes like here A B C D

Question 7: The package must be wrapped careful before it is posted

A B C D

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A met B have met C will meet D had met Question 9: that he couldn’t go on working

A So was his pain B Such was his pain C He has so pain D His pain was such

Question 10: What are the _ between women in old time and women in modern time?

A differs B different C difference D differences

Question 11: _you study for these exams _ you will

A The harder/ the better B The more / the much

C The hardest / the best D The more hard / the more good

Question 12 : Nam never comes to class on time and A neither doesn’t Hung B so doesn’t Hung C so does Hung D neither does Hung

Question 13: Sorry, I’m late, but my car on the way here, and I had to call the garage A was broke B not working C out of order D broke down Question 14: it with my own eyes, I would never have believed it

A Had I not seen B Unless I had not seen C If I had seen D Provided I had seen

Question 15 : Marie Curie was the first and only woman two Nobel prizes A that win B to be won C who win D to have won Question 16 : It was in 1989 _the Berlin Wall collapsed

A which B that C when D what

Question 17: I _ an old friend of mine in the street this morning.We haven’t seen each other for ages A ran into B ran out C came over D came round

Question 18 : Charles was wearing at the party

A a tie yellow silk funny B very funny wide yellow silk tie C a yellow silk funny tie D a funny wide yellow silk tie Question 19 : I remember _ him a message yesterday

A sent B sending C sends D to send

Question 20: - Nam : “ May I take my break now ?” - Huy : “ “

A Yes, of course B I think I need five minutes. C I’ll be back in five minutes D No, you didn’t break it Question 21: - Tim : “ _ “

- John : “ Never mind ”

A Would you mind going to dinner next Sunday ? B Sorry for staining your carpet Let me have it cleaned. C Congratulations ! How wonderful !

D Thank you for being honest with me

Question 22: Dozens of applicants showed up for the vacant position, but only a handful of them were shortlisted for the interview

A class B hand C small number D small amount

Question 23: I could see the finish line and thought I was home and dry.

A hopeless B hopeful C unsuccessful D successful

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goods she was going to buy

A excessive B limited C required D abundant

Question 25 Because Jack defaulted on his loan, the bank took him to court. A failed to pay B was paid much money C had a bad personality D paid in full

Question 26: We lost the game because of my mistakes A I made mistakes but we lost the game

B Although I made mistakes, we didn’t lose the game C If I hadn’t made mistakes, we wouldn’t have lost the game. D Despite my mistakes, we didn’t lose the game

Question 27 : People believe that he is a kind doctor A He is really a kind doctor

B He is loved by people because he is a kind doctor C He is believed to be a kind doctor

D Everybody admires him because he is a kind doctor Question 28 : You can refuse to answer my question in no way A In no way you can refuse to answer my question

B In no way can you refuse to answer my question C In no way you refuse to answer my question D In no way you refuse to answer my question

Question 29: I did not read his book I did not understand what the lecturer was saying A What the lecturer wrote and said was too difficult for me to understand

B I found it very difficult to understand what the lecturer said in his book C I would have understood what the lecturer was saying if I had read his book. D The lecturer's book which I had not read was difficult to understand

Question 30: They're my two sisters They aren't teachers like me A They're my two sisters, both of those are teachers like me B They're my two sisters, neither of whom are teachers like me C Like me, neither of my two sisters aren't teachers

D They're my two sisters who neither are teachers like me

Water is necessary for life People can live only a few days (31) it Yet nearly 25 million people die each year because of it Both industrial nations and developing countries are worried about the (32) _ and quantity of water in the world

Even though people, animals, agriculture, and industry use a lot of water, there is more than enough on the earth Water covers about three-quarters of the Earth’s surface However, 97.4 percent of it is salt water Three-fourths of the Earth’s fresh water is frozen in glaciers and in the great polar ice caps Most of the water we use (33) _ from rivers, lakes, and the atmosphere Less than one percent of the Earth’s water is usable, and we use it over and over again

One of the (34) about water is distribution Water is not always distributed where the large (35) centers are Some regions get enough rain But it is all in one or two short rainy seasons Question 31 : A with B without C for D in

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Question 34: A cases B things C problems D facts Question 35: A people B men C women D population

Before applying to a foreign university, one should consider the disadvantages of studying abroad

First, a student may feel lonely by being far home and friends Also, difficulty in understanding a foreign language can be very disappointing and can affect the student’s grades It can be very expensive to pay the costs of travel and housing in a different country Finally, if there is an emergency at home, it will be hard to get home in a hurry

However, studying in another country is advantageous in many ways A student is exposed to a new culture This culture teaches him or her about other people and other way of thinking, which can be promote friendships among countries He can learn an new language which may be beneficial for keeping up with research after student has finished studying He can learn experience not available in his country The student may also get the opportunity to study at a university where leading expert in his field may be teaching The leading expert can introduce the student to the most up-to-date finding of the tops researches in the field Exposure to such available knowledge and insights into the field can aid the student in becoming an expert as well

Question 36: _ to study abroad A There are only disadvantages

B There are only advantages

C There are both advantages and disadvantages. D There are neither advantages nor advantages Question 37: When studying abroad, a student

A is homesick and feel lonely

B spends a lot of money for accommodation and transportation C cannot go home immediately in emergency

D All are correct.

Question 38: The word “affect ” in the first paragraph refers to _

A invest B impact C insist D inform

Question 39: When studying abroad, a student is exposed to a new culture that A has no advantage

B enriches his knowledge about people and other ways of thinking.

C has no effects

D causes some troubles

Question 40: At a foreign university, a student _

A can learn a foreign language. B cannot learn a foreign language C has to learn his mother tongue D doesn’t have to learn a language Question 41: At a foreign university, a student may _

A meet his neighbor B travel a lot C meet a leading expert in his field D All are correct

Question 42: The word “available”in the second paragraph refers to _

A difficult B ready C mischievous D domestic

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five awards: literature, physics, chemistry, medicine, and peace Economics was added in 1968, just sixty-seven years after the first awards ceremony

Nobel's original legacy of nine million dollars was invested, and the interest on this sum is used for the awards which vary from $30,000 to $125,000

Every year on December 10, the anniversary of Nobel's death, the awards (gold medal, illuminated diploma, and money) are presented to the winners Sometimes politics plays an important role in the judges' decisions Americans have won numerous science awards, but relatively few literature prizes No awards were presented from 1940 to 1942 at the beginning of World War 11 Some people have won two prizes, but this is rare; others have shared their prizes

Question 43 The word "foresaw" in the first paragraph is nearest in meaning to . A prevailed B postponed C prevented D predicted Question 44 The Nobel prize was established in order to

A recognize worthwhile contributions to humanity B resolve political differences

C honor the inventor of dynamite D spend money

Question 45 In which area have Americans received the most awards?

A Literature B Peace C Economics D Science

Question 46 All of the following statements are true EXCEPT A Awards vary in monetary value

B ceremonies are held on December 10 to commemorate Nobel's invention C Politics plays an important role in selecting the winners

D A few individuals have won two awards

Question 47 It is implied that Nobel's profession was in

A economics B medicine C literature D science

Question 48 In the first paragraph, "worthwhile" is closest in meaning to _

A economic B prestigious C trivial D valuable

Question 49 What is the main idea of this passage?

A Alfred Nobel became very rich when he invented dynamite

B Alfred Nobel created awards in six categories for contributions to humanity C Alfred Nobel left all of his money to science

D Alfred Nobel made a lasting contribution to humanity

Question 50 The word "legacy" in the second paragraph means most nearly the same as

A legend B bequest C prize D debt

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Question : A measure B decision C pleasure D permission Question : A success B festival C equally D collection

Question : A between B abroad C prepare D modern Question : A inspire B wealthy C protect D extinct

Question 5: In my opinion, the new foreign coach does his job relative well A B C D Question 6: Hardly he had got downstairs when the phone stopped ringing A B C D

Question 7: I think she will be suitable for the work because she has been working like

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a teacher for a long time

Question 8: Neither Mary nor I how to use a typewriter

A knows B know C am knowing D is knowing Question : There is no age requirement for _ to Cambridge University

A improvement B establishment C entertainment D admission Question 10 : He this book for a week by next Monday

A has been reading B was reading C is reading D will have read

Question 11 : To solve the problems of economy and poverty, the Vietnamese government introduced a number of measures

A renovation B renovator C renovating D renovate Question 12 : We have to save money as much as possible ………… a new house

A in order to buy B so that buying C so as buying D in order that will buy Question 13 : Only after you obtain a driving licence, a car

A you are able to drive B can you drive C you will be able to drive D did you drive Question 14 : . _these plants regularly or they will die

A Water B If you water C Unless you water D Because you water Question 15 : You should _ more attention to what your teacher explains

A set B get C pay D make Question 16 : When Carol _ last night, I my favorite show on television A called / was watching B called / have watched

C was calling / watched D had called / watched Question 17 : Our English teacher would like

A we to practice our pronunciation B us practicing our pronunciation C that we practicing our pronunciation D us to practice our pronunciation

Question 18 : She reads newspapers every day to look for the vacant for which she can apply A institutions B indications C positions D locations

Question 19 : She had no difficulty at her new school

A to make friends B make friends C to making friends D making friends

Question 20: - Nam : “ Why did you move to the capital ?” - Phong : “ “

A For my liking B To find a good job

C Because I didn’t want D I was told about it Question 21: - Tim : “ Do you think you will get the job ? ”

- Peter : “ _ “

A I know so B Well, I hope so C I think not D Yes, that’s right Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

Question 22: I think we can safely say now that we have got our money back because we are home and dry

A have been successful B have not got wet

C have got no water D have got home dry

Question 23: He drives me to the edge because he never stops talking.

A steers me B irritate me C moves me D frightens me

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the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

Question 24: Unless the two signatures are identical, the bank won't honor the check.

A similar B genuine C fake D different

Question 25 The Red Cross is an international humanitarian agency dedicated to reducing the sufferings of wounded soldiers, civilians and prisoners of war.

A happiness B worry and sadness C pain and sorrow D loss

Question 26: Julie and Anne had not met each other before he party

A The party was the place where Julie and Anne could not meet each other B The party prevented Julie and Anne from meeting each other

C Julie and Anne got acquainted when they were at the party. D Julie and Anne used to meet each other for the party Question 27: I have seldom heard such a talented singer A Seldom have I heard such a talented singer.

B Seldom I have heard such a talented singer C Seldom has I heard such a talented singer D All are correct

Question 28: You’re not to blame for what happened

A You’re not accused of what happened B What happened is not your fault. C You’re responsible for what happened D We blame you for what happened

Question 29: Most scientists know him well However, very few ordinary people have heard of him A He is the only scientist that is not known to the general public

B Not only scientists but also the general public know him as a big name

C Although he is well known to scientists, he is little known to the general public. D Many ordinary people know him better than most scientists

Question 30: I did not dare to turn on the television I was afraid of waking the baby up A I decided to turn the television down to avoid waking the baby up

B Waking the baby up, I could not continue watching the television C I decided not to turn on the television in order to wake the baby up D I did not dare to turn on the television for fear of waking up the baby.

Today, supermarkets are found in almost every large city in the world But the first supermarket (31)

opened only fifty years ago It was opened in New York by a man named Michael Cullen

A supermarket is different (32) _ other types of stores in several ways In supermarkets, goods are placed on open shelves The (33) _ choose what they want and take them to the checkout counter This means that fewer shop assistants are needed than in other stores The way products are displayed is another difference between supermarkets and many other types of stores; ( 34) example, in supermarkets, there is usually a display of small inexpensive items just in front of the checkout counter : candies, chocolates, magazines, cheap foods and so on

Most customers (35) go to a supermarket buy goods from a shopping list They know exactly what they need to buy They the shopping according to a plan

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Perhaps it was his own lack of adequate schooling that inspired Horace Mann to work so hard for the important reforms in education that he accomplished While he was still a boy, his father and older brother died, and he became responsible for supporting his family Like most of the children in his town, he attended school only two or three months a year Later, with the help of several teachers, he was able to study law and became a member of the Massachusetts bar, but he never forgot those early struggles.

While serving in Massachusetts legislature, he signed a historic education bill that set up a state board of education Without regret, he gave up his successful legal practice and political career to become the first secretary of the board There he exercised an enormous influence during the critical period of reconstruction that brought into existence the American graded elementary school as substitute for the older distinct school system Under his leadership, the curriculum was restructured, the school year was increased to a minimum of six months, and mandatory schooling was extended to age sixteen. Other important reforms included the establishment of state normal schools for teacher training, institutes for in-service teacher education, and lyceums for adult education He was also instrument in improving salaries for teachers and creating school libraries

Mann’s ideas about school reform were developed and distributed in twelve annual reports to the state of Massachusetts that he wrote during his tenure as secretary of education Considered quite radical at the time, the Massachusetts reforms later served as a model for the nation Mann was recognized as the father of public education

Question 36: Which of the following titles would best express the main topic of the passage ? A The Father of American Public Education B Philosophy of Education

C The Massachusetts State Board of Education D Politics of Educational Institutions Question 37: Which of the following describes Horace Mann’s early life ?

A He attended school six months a year B He had to study alone, without help C He supported his family after his father died D He was an only child

Question 38: The word “struggles” in line could best be replaced by _

A valuable experiences B happy situations C influential people D difficult times Question 39: The word “mandatory” in line 11 is closest in meaning to

A required B equal C excellent D basic

Question 40: How were Mann’s educational reforms distributed ? A In twelve annual reports to the state of Massachusetts B In reports that he wrote for national distribution

C In speeches that he made throughout the country D In books that could be found in school libraries

Question 41: The reforms that Horace Mann achieved were _

A not radical for the time B used only by the state of Massachusetts C adopted by the nation as a model D enforced by the Massachusetts bar. Question 42; Among Mann’s school reforms, which of the following is NOT mentioned ? A Restructuring curriculum B Schools for teacher training

C Lyceums for adult education D Creating museums

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President of the United States But little or no notice was taken of these contributions During these centuries, women remained invisible in history books

Throughout the nineteenth century, this lack of visibility continued, despite the efforts of female authors writing about women These writers, like most of their male counterparts, were amateur historians Their writings were celebratory in nature, and they were uncritical in their selection and use of sources

During the nineteenth century, however, certain feminists showed a keen sense of history by keeping records of activities in which women were engaged National, regional, and local women’s organizations compiled accounts of their doings Personal correspondence, newspaper clippings, and souvenirs were saved and stored These sources form the core of the two greatest collections of women’s history in the United States – one at the Elizabeth and Arthur Schlesinger Library at Radcliffe College, and the other the Sophia Smith Collection at Smith College Such sources have provided valuable materials for later generations of historians

Despite the gathering of more information about ordinary women during the nineteenth century, most of the writing about women conformed to the “great women” theory of history, just as much of mainstream American history concentrated on “great men” To demonstrate that women were making significant contributions to American life, female authors singled out women leaders and wrote biographies, or else important women produced their autobiographies Most of these leaders were involved in public life as reformers, activists working for women’s right to vote, or authors, and were not representative at all of the great mass of ordinary women The lives of ordinary people continued, generally, to be untold in the American histories being published

Question 43: What does the passage mainly discuss?

A The keen sense of history shown by American women

B The “great women” approach to history used by American historians C The place of American women in written histories.

D The role of literature in early American histories

Question 44: The word “contemporary” in the passage is closest in meaning to _. A temporary B written at that time

C belonging to the present time D past

Question 45: In the first paragraph, Bradstreet, Warren, and Adams are mentioned to show that _ A a woman’s status was changed by marriage

B poetry produced by women was more readily accepted than other writing by women C only three women were able to get their writing published

D even the contributions of outstanding women were ignored

Question 46: The word “celebratory” in the passage means that the writings referred to were _. A religious B serious C related to parties D full of praise

Question 47: The word “they” in the passage refers to _.

A authors B efforts C counterparts D sources

Question 48: In the second paragraph, what weakness in nineteenth-century histories does the author point out ?

A The sources of the information they were based on were not necessarily accurate. B They left out discussion of the influence on money on politics

C They were printed on poor quality paper D They put too much emphasis on daily activities

Question 49: On the basis of information in the third paragraph, which of the following would most likely have been collected by nineteenth-century feminist organizations ?

A Newspaper accounts of presidential election results

B Letters from a mother to a daughter advising her how to handle a family problem. C Biographies of John Adams

D Books about famous graduates of the country’s first college

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nineteenth-century “great women” EXCEPT _

A activists for women’s rights B authors C reformers D politicians

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Question : A aunt B daunting C autumn D taught

Question 2: A chore B technology C achieve D exchange

Question : A enthusiasm B appropriate C communicate D entertainment Question 4: A powerful B electricity C standard D peaceful

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A B C D

Question 7: I think she will be suitable for the work because she has been working like

A B C D

a teacher for a long time

Question 8: Many high school students in Vietnam have to work hard to at a university

A win a place B get a cold C lose touch with D keep pace with

Question 9: It was obviously a difficult situation, but he remained

A optimistic B pessimistic C optimistically D pessimism

Question 10: By the end of next month, we _ our project

A have finished B will be finished C will have finished D finished Question 11: If you had not been careless, you _.

A will not be sacked B are not sacked

C will not have been sacked D would not have been sacked Question 12: Friendship should be based on _ understanding.

A deep B mutual C unselfish D together Question 13: Many plants can grow in water, nutrients are added

A besides B as long as C above all D in case Question 14: My supervisor is angry with me I didn’t all the work that I _ last week

A should have done B can have done C may have done D musthave done Question 15: You won’t know what to _ you listen carefully

A when B unless C because D if

Question 16: If we don’t preserve the world’s wild life, many rare species are likely to _ completely

A die out B die down C die away D die from

Question 17 Waste paper can be used again after being _

A produced B recycled C wasted D preserved Question 18: John asked me _ that film the night before

A that I saw B had I seen C if I had seen D if had I seen Question 19: It was _ we could not go out.

A such dark that B so dark that C very so dark D too dark that

Question 20: - Nam : “Your parents must be proud of your results at school” - Mai : “ _”

A Sorry to hear that B Thanks It’s certainly encouraging

C Of course D I am glad you like it

Question 21: John was in Hanoi and wanted to send a parcel to his parents He asked a local passer-by the way to the post-office Choose the most suitable response to fill in the blank in the following exchange

- John : “ Can you show me the way to the nearest post office, please ? ” - Passer-by: “ _ ”

A Not way, sorry B Just round the corner over there

C Look it up in a dictionary! D There’s no traffic near here

Question 22: New Zealand has relatively few species of animals because of its long isolation from other landmasses

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Question 23: Sports and festivals form an integral part of every human society.

A essential B delighted C exciting D informative

Question 24: Population growth rates vary among regions and even among countries within the same region

A restrain B stay unchanged C remain unstable D fluctuate Question 25 The story told by the teacher amused children in the class.

A frightened B jolted C saddened D astonished

Question 26: She spoke so fast that nobody understood her A So fast did she speak that nobody understood her. B Such fast she spoke that nobody understood her C So fast she spoke that nobody understood her D Such fast did she speak that nobody understood her

Question 27: He didn’t install an alarm, so the thieves broke into his house last night A If he installed an alarm, the thieves didn’t break into his house last night

B Had he installed an alarm, the thieves wouldn’t have broken into his house last night. C Because he hadn’t installed an alarm, the thieves would break into his house last night D If he had installed an alarm, the thieves wouldn’t break into his house last night Question 28: I won’t sell the painting, no matter how much you offer me

A Whenever you offer me to buy the painting, I won’t sell it B How many money you offer me, I won’t sell the painting C Whatever price you offer me, I won’t sell the painting.

D In spite of your offering me how much money, but I won’t sell the painting

Question 29: The man wanted to get some fresh air in the room He opened the window A The man opened the window in order to get some fresh air in the room.

B Having opened the window, the room could get some fresh air

C The man wanted to get some fresh air in the room because he opened the window D The man got some fresh air in the room, even though he opened the window

Question 30: I had never seen her before However, I recognized her from a photograph A I recognized her from a photograph before I had never seen her

B Although I had never seen her before but I recognized her from a photograph C After I had seen her, I recognized her from a photograph

D Although I had never seen her before, I recognized her from a photograph.

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think And finally show respect for people, give them time to say what they want, and (34) interest in what they say If you (35) _ these rules, you will be a good communicator

Question 31 A yet B even C just D still

Question 32 A close B last C late D recent

Question 33 A So B There C Such D Or

Question 34 A get B put C show D be

Question 35 A act B move C go D follow

Although most universities in the United States are on a semester system, which offers classes in the fall and spring, some schools observe a quarter system comprised of fall, winter, spring, and summer quarters The academic year, September to June, is divided into three quarters of eleven weeks each beginning in September, January, and March: the summer quarter, June to August, is composed of shorter sessions of vary length

There are several advantages and disadvantages to the quarter system On the plus side, students who wish to complete their degrees in less than the customary four years may take advantage of the opportunity to study year round by enrolling in all four quarters In addition, although most students begin their programs in the fall quarter, they may enter at the beginning of any other quarters Finally, since the physical facilities are kept in operation year round, the resources are used effectively to serve the greatest number of students But there are several disadvantages as well Many faculty complain that eleven-week term is simply not enough for them to cover the material required by most college coursed. Students also find it difficult to complete the assignments in such a short period of time

In order to combine the advantages of the quarter system with those of the semester system some colleges and universities have instituted a three-term trimester system In fourteen weeks, faculty and students have more time to cover material and finish course requirements, but the additional term provides options for admission during the year and accelerates the degree programs for those students who wish to graduate early

Question 36: Which of the following would be the best title for this passage?

A Universities in the United States C The Quarter System B The Academic Year D The Semester System

Question 37: A semester system

A has eleven-week sessions B gives students the opportunity to study year round C Isn’t very popular in the United States D has two major sessions a year

Question 38: How many terms are there in a quarter system?

A Four regular terms and one summer term B Three regular terms and one summer term C Two regular terms and two summer terms D One regular term and four summer terms Question 39: When is the academic year?

A September to August B June to August C August to June D September to June Question 40: The word “them” in paragraph refers to _

A faculty B weeks C courses D material Question 41: The word “instituted” in paragraph is closest in meaning to _ A established B considered C recommended D attempted Question 42: Where would this passage most probably be found?

A In a college catalog for a university in the United States

B In a general guide to colleges and universities in the United States C In a American newspaper

D In a dictionary published in the United States

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If we took a look at how people in Europe communicated just one hundred years ago, we would be very surprised to find out that English was hardly used outside the United Kingdom The language most commonly used between people of different nationalities, and particularly the aristocracy, was French In fact, French was the language of diplomacy, culture and education However, that is not the case nowadays English has replaced French as the international language of communication Today, there are more people who speak English as a second language than people who speak it as a first language

There are many reasons why English has become the language of international communication Britain’s colonization of many parts of the world had something to with it, but it is mainly due to America’s rise to the position of major world power This helped spread popular American culture throughout the world bringing the language with it

But is it good that English has spread to all parts of the world so quickly? Language specialists seem to be divided over this issue There are those who claim that it is important to have a language that the people in our increasingly globalized world have in common According to others, English is associated with a particular culture and therefore promotes that culture at the expense of others Linguists have suggested “Esperanto”, an artificially put-together language, as a solution to international communication problems but without success So English will continue being the world language until some other language, maybe Chinese, which is the most widely-spoken native language in the world, takes over as the world’s international language instead of English

Question 43: According to the passage, a century ago A educated people throughout Europe spoke English

B foreign travelers to England spoke only French C French was much more popular than English. D only the French aristocracy could speak English

Question 44: What is chiefly responsible for the growth in popularity of English?

A Britain’s becoming an international power B The French losing many colonies C American’s becoming powerful D The development of American culture Question 45: What is meant by “the language of diplomacy” ( line 4)

A The language used by ordinary people

B The language used by the English and the French C The language used by the aristocracy

D The language used by governments

Question 46: What is true according to the passage?

A The linguists don’t like Esperanto B Esperanto is not a natural language

C Esperanto is difficult to learn D Esperanto is becoming more and more popular Question 47: The linguists’ opinion on the spread of English is _

A split B positive C negative D undecided

Question 48: The author believes that _ A English is easier to learn than Chinese

B English will probably be replaced as an international language

C Chinese is going to be the next language of international communication D Chinese is growing in popularity among non-native speakers

Question 49: These days _

A French is the language of diplomacy B more non-natives speak English than natives C more people speak French than English D French is a dying language

Question 50: What would be a good title for this passage?

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C English language means English culture D English - a difficult language to learn

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Question : A subscribed B launched C inspired D welcomed

Question : A admit B advance C advent D admire Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions

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Question 5: It is believed that in the near future robots will be used to doing things such as cooking A B C D

Question 6: Each of the members of the group were made to write a report every week A B C D Question 7: If you had the chance to meet famous writers, what you ask them?

A B C D

Question 8: _ I had learnt English when I was at high school

A If only B Even if C Unless D If Question 9: In spite _ his did not get the highest grade in the final exam

A of his intelligence B he was intelligent C his intelligence D of he was intelligent Question 10: Many young people have objected to _ marriage, which is decided by the parents of the bride and groom

A agreed B shared C contractual D sacrificed Question 11: Nam asked me if I thought

A it will rain today B will it rain that day C would it rain today D it would rain that day Question 12: No one can predict the future exactly Things may happen

A expected B unexpected C expectedly D unexpectedly

Question 13: We decided to in Athens for a few days on our way home

A stop over B put up C set up D close down Question 14: Education _ to be the most important element to develop a country A often be considered B can often considered

C can often consider D can often be considered Question 15: Many problems have _ since the beginning of the school year A brought up B come up C brought out D come out Question 16: Children who are isolated and lonely seem to have poor language and _

A communication B communicate C communicative D communicator Question 17 Only when you grow up, it

A you understand B you understand C you can understand D can you understand Question 18: Effie disliked the film,

A so did Frank B neither did Frank C so Frank did D and also disliked it Frank Question 19: Ben would have studied medicine if he _ to a medical school

A was admitted B had been admitted C had admitted D would be able to enter Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges.

Question 20: - David : " Would you like coffee or fruit-juice ? " - John : “ ”

A I couldn't agree more B No, I've no choice C I'd prefer coffee, please D Yes, I'd like to Question 21: - Tim : “ May I leave a message for Ms Davis ? ” - Janet : “ “

A I’m afraid she is not here at the moment B No, she’s not here now C She’s leaving a message for you now D Yes, I’ll make sure she gets it.

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Question 22: It will take more or less a month to prepare for the wedding.

A approximately B generally C frankly D simply

Question 23: Although the student raised his hand, the teacher did not acknowledge his presence A inquire B recognize C communicate D dismiss

Question 24: She was disgusted at the way they treated their children.

A allergic to B delighted at C displeased with D angry at

Question 25 All of the students are obliged to pass the entrance examination in order to attend the university

A forced B impelled C required D optional

Question 26: It is such a important problem that everybody is concerned of it A Such is the important problem that everybody is concerned of it

B So is the important problem that everybody is concerned of it C So is an important problem that everybody is concerned of it D Such is an important problem that everybody is concerned of it. Question 27: People believed he won a lot of money on the lottery A He is believed that he won a lot of money on the lottery B He won a lot of money on the lottery, it is believed C He is believed to have won a lot of money on the lottery D He was believed to win a lot of money on the lottery.

Question 28: You should have persuaded him to change his mind A It was essential to persuade him to change his mind but you didn’t. B You didn't persuade him to change because of his mind

C You should persuade him to change his mind

D You persuaded him to change his mind but he didn't listen

Question 29: He is late again I don't know the reason why A I don't know the reason why he is late again.

B The reason why he is late again I don't know C Why he is late again is I don't know the reason D Why I don't know the reason he is late

Question 30: Most of the classmates couldn't come He invited them to the birthday party A Most of the classmates he invited to the birthday party couldn't come.

B Most of the classmates he was invited to the birthday party couldn't come C Most of the classmates that he invited them to the birthday party couldn't come D Most of the classmates which he invited to the birthday party couldn't come

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special training courses

Education is also important (33) it helps people get more out of life It increases their knowledge and understanding of the world It helps them acquire the skills that make life more interesting and enjoyable, such as the skills needed to participate in a sport, paint a picture, or play a musical instrument Such education becomes (34) important as people gain more and more leisure time

Education also helps people adjust to change This habit has become necessary because social changes today take place with increasing speed and affect the lives of more and more people Education can help a person understand these changes and provide him (35) the skills for adjusting to them

Question 31: A works B jobs C actions D activities

Question 32 A license B card C diploma D paper Question 33 A therefore B despite C because D although Question 34 A increased B increasing C increase D increasingly Question 35 A with B for C in D to

For many people who live in cities, parks are an important part of the landscape They provide a place for people to relax and play sports, as well as a refuge from the often harsh environment of a city What people often overlook is that parks also provide considerable environmental benefits

One benefit of parks is that plants absorb carbon dioxide—a key pollutant—and emit oxygen, which humans need to breathe According to one study, an acre of trees can absorb the same amount of carbon dioxide that a typical car emits in 11,000 miles of driving Parks also make cities cooler Scientists have long noted what is called the Urban Heat Island Effect: building materials such as metal, concrete, and asphalt absorb much more of the sun’s heat and release it much more quickly than organic surfaces like trees and grass Because city landscapes contain so much of these building materials, cities are usually warmer than surrounding rural areas Parks and other green spaces help to mitigate the Urban Heat Island Effect

Unfortunately, many cities cannot easily create more parks because most land is already being used for buildings, roads, parking lots, and other essential parts of the urban environment However, cities could benefit from many of the positive effects of parks by encouraging citizens to create another type of green space: rooftop gardens While most people would not think of starting a garden on their roof, human beings have been planting gardens on rooftops for thousands of years Some rooftop gardens are very complex and require complicated engineering, but others are simple container gardens that anyone can create with the investment of a few hundred dollars and a few hours of work

Rooftop gardens provide many of the same benefits as other urban park and garden spaces, but without taking up the much-needed land Like parks, rooftop gardens help to replace carbon dioxide in the air with nourishing oxygen They also help to lessen the Urban Heat Island Effect, which can save people money In the summer, rooftop gardens prevent buildings from absorbing heat from the sun, which can significantly reduce cooling bills In the winter, gardens help hold in the heat that materials like brick and concrete radiate so quickly, leading to savings on heating bills Rooftop vegetable and herb gardens can also provide fresh food for city dwellers, saving them money and making their diets healthier Rooftop gardens are not only something everyone can enjoy, they are also a smart environmental investment

Question 36: Based on its use in paragraph 2, it can be inferred that mitigate belongs to which of the following word groups?

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Question 37: Using the information in paragraph as a guide, it can be inferred that _ A cities with rooftop gardens are cooler than those without rooftop gardens

B some plants are not suitable for growth in rooftop gardens C most people prefer parks to rooftop gardens

D most people prefer life in the country over life in the city

Question 38: Based on the information in paragraph 3, which of the following best describes the main difference between parks and rooftop gardens?

A Parks are expensive to create while rooftop gardens are not B Parks are public while rooftop gardens are private

C Parks absorb heat while rooftop gardens not

D Parks require much space while rooftop gardens not

Question 39: The author claims all of the following to be the benefits of rooftop gardens except _ A increased space for private relaxation B savings on heating and cooling costs

C better food for city dwellers D improved air quality

Question 40: According to the author, one advantage that rooftop gardens have over parks is that they _

A decrease the Urban Heat Island Effect B replenish the air with nourishing oxygen C not require the use of valuable urban land D are less expensive than traditional park spaces

Question 41: The author’s tone in the passage is best described as _

A descriptive B passionate C informative D argumentative

Question 42: It can be inferred from the passage that the author would most likely endorse a program that _

A permitted the construction of buildings in city park land provided they have rooftop gardens B extended discounts on plants to customers who use them to create rooftop gardens

C offered free admission to schools willing to take their students on field trips to the city park D promised vacation getaways to cooler destinations for those trapped in the city at the peak of summer

One of the most interesting authors of the twentieth century, J.R.R Tolkien, achieved fame through his highly inventive trilogy, The Lord of the Rings Born in 1892, Tolkien received his education from Oxford and then served in World War I After the war, he became a professor of Anglo-Saxon and English language and literature at Oxford University

Although published in 1965, the three books that comprise the Lord of the Rings were written in intervals from 1936 to 1949 This was mainly due to Tolkien's responsibilities as a professor and the outbreak of World War II By the late 1960s, this fascinating trilogy had become a sociological phenomenon as young people intently studied the mythology and legends created by Tolkien

The trilogy is remarkable not only for its highly developed account of historical fiction but also its success as a modern heroic epic The main plot describes the struggle between good and evil kingdom as they try to acquire a magic ring that has the power to rule the world The novels, which are set in a time called Middle Earth, describe a detailed fantasy world Established before humans populated the Earth, Middle Earth was inhabited by good and evil creatures such as hobbits, elves, monsters, wizards, and some humans The characters and the setting of Middle Earth were modeled after mythological stories from Greece and Northern Europe

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claims that the story began in his years as an undergraduate student and grew out of his desire to create mythology and legends about elves and their language

Tolkien was a masterful fantasy novelist who used his extensive knowledge of folklore to create a body of work that is still read and enjoyed throughout the world today

Question 43: What can we assume is NOT true about Middle Earth ? A Middle Earth was based on European folktales

B Middle Earth was a fictional world

C The good and evil kingdom fought for the power D People dominated Middle Earth

Question 44: The word "scrutinized" in the fourth paragraph could be replaced by _.

A examined B denied C enjoyed D criticized

Question 45: What does this paragraph mainly discuss?

A J.R.R Tolkien's work as a professor B All of J.R.R Tolkien's fantasy books C J.R.R Tolkien and his trilogy D The popularity of J.R.R Tolkien

Question 46: According to the passage, when did "the Lord of the Rings" trilogy become popular with young people ?

A In the late 1960s B In 1892

C After World War II D Between 1936 and 1946

Question 47: When did Tolkien begin to create this trilogy ?

A When he was a student B During World War I

C When he was a professor D During World War II Question 48: What does the word " trilogy" in the first paragraph mean ? A A specific type of fantasy novel B A long novel

C A group of three literary books D An unrelated group of books

Question 49: What is the setting of Tolkien's trilogy ?

A Modern - day Greece B England in the 1800's

C Oxford University D Middle Earth

Question 50: The word "fascinating" in the second paragraph could be replaced by _. A thrilling B extremely interesting

C boring D terrifying

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Question : A talked B passed C called D washed

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Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions.

Question : A adorable B ability C impossible D entertainment Question : A engineer B corporate C difficult D different Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.

Question 5: They asked me what did happen last night, but I was unable to tell them A B C D

Question 6: Not until she left I knew that she had been very important for me A B C D

Question 7: The meeting was so length that many people had to leave before it ended A B C D

Question 8: _ , I would give a party

A Should she come next month B If she come next month C She were to come next month D If she came here now

Question 9: The teacher, along with her students, going to school at the moment A is B was C were D are Question 10: We are going to

A have our house be redecorated B have our house redecorated C have our house to be redecorated D get our house being redecorated

Question 11: In a formal interview, it is essential to maintain good eye _ with the interviewers A contact B touch C link D connection

Question 12: Hurry up! It’s time we for next week’s examination

A have studied B studied C had studied D will study Question 13: The film didn’t really… our expectation, unfortunately

A put in for B come up to C fall short of D meet with Question 14: My mother tells me that she since she was four

A has been singing B has been sung C sang D had sung Question 15: He congratulated the team all their games

A to win B winning C for their winning D on having won Question 16: The book is so interesting that I can't _

A put down it B put it down C put down D be put down Question 17 _ he arrived at the bus stop when the bus came

A No longer has B No sooner had C Not until had D Hardly had Question 18: A number of students nowadays _ ideal jobs when they graduated from university A doesn’t find B don’t find C wasn’t find D wasn’t founded Question 19: The worker was _ his boss expected, so he was offered a raise

A more hard-working B as hard-working than C more hard-working than D more hard-working as

Question 20: Lan is talking to a taxi driver at the airport

- Taxi driver : “ Shall I help you with your big suitcase ? ” - Lan : “ ”

A Not a chance B That‘s very kind of you C I can‘t agree more D What a pity! Question 21: - Nam : “This is a souvenir for you I bought it when I was in Scotland.”

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A Thank you very much It’s so beautiful B My pleasure It’s really nice. C Don’t mention it It must have cost a lot D Thanks anyway

Question 22: There used to be a shop at the end of the street but it went out of business a year ago A closed up B closed C closed down D closed into

Question 23: Aquatic sports have long been acknowledged as excellent ways to take physical exercise. A reduced B encouraged C recognized D practiced

Question 24: Certain courses are compulsory; others are optional

A voluntary B free C pressure D mandatory Question 25:I am looking for a temporary job in my home town.

A permanent B good C complicated D professional

Question 26: Although my parents are busy at work, they try to find time for their children A My parents are so busy at work that they cannot find time for their children

B My parents are too busy at work to find time for their children.

C Busy at work as my parents are, they try to find time for their children. D My friends rarely have time for their children because they are busy at work Question 27: I did not come to your party due to the rain

A If it rained, I came to your party

B If it had not rained, I would have come to your party. C Suppose it did not rain, I would come to your party. D If it did not rain, I would come to your party

Question 28: She spoke so fast that nobody understood her A So fast did she speak that nobody understood her. B Such fast she spoke that nobody understood her C So fast she spoke that nobody understood her D Such fast did she speak that nobody understood her

Question 29: David broke his leg He couldn’t play in the final A If David didn’t break his leg, he could play in the final B If David hadn’t broken his leg, he could play in the final now C David couldn’t play in the final due to his broken leg D But for his broken leg, David couldn’t have played in the final

Question 30: My father couldn't go to my sister's wedding party He was so ill A My father was so ill that he could go to my sister's wedding party B My father is so ill that he couldn't go to my sister's wedding party C My father is too ill that he can't go my sister's wedding party

D My father was so ill that he couldn't go to my sister's wedding party.

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considered as one of the world's leading (32) institutions The university traces, its roots back to at least the end of the 11th century, although the exact date of foundation remains unclear Academically, Oxford is consistently ranked in the world's top ten universities The University is also open to overseas students, primarily from American universities, who may enroll in study abroad programs during the summer months for more than a century, it has served as the home of the Rhodes Scholarship, (33) brings highly accomplished students from a number of countries to study at Oxford as (34) The University of Oxford is also a place where many talented leaders from all over the world used to study Twenty-five British Prime Ministers attended Oxford, including Margaret Thatcher and Tony Blair At (35) 25 other international leaders have been educated at Oxford, and this number includes King Harald V of Norway and King Abdullah II of Jordan Bill Clinton is the first American President to attend Oxford Forty-seven Nobel prize winners have studied or taught at Oxford

Question 31: A put B placed C located D stood

Question 32 A learning B academic C graduating D scholar

Question 33 A that B where C whose D which

Question 34 A postgraduates B postgraduated C postgraduation D postgraduating

Question 35 A last B least C late D lately

Since the world became industrialized, the number of animal species that have either become extinct or have neared extinction has increased Bengal tigers, for instance, which once roamed the jungles in vast numbers, now number only about 2,300 By the year 2025, it is estimated that they will become extinct

What is alarming about the case of the Bengal tiger is that this extinction will have been caused almost entirely by poachers who, according to some sources, are not always interested in material gain but in personal gratification This is an example of the callousness that is contributing to the problem of extinction Animals such as the Bengal tiger, as well as other endangered species, are valuable parts of the world’s ecosystem International laws protecting these animals must be enacted to ensure their survival – and the survival of our planet

Countries around the world have begun to deal with the problem in various ways Some countries, in an effort to circumvent the problem, have allocated large amounts of land to animals reserves They then charge admission prices to help defray the costs of maintaining the parks, and they often must also depend on world organizations for support This money enables them to invest in equipment and patrols to protect the animals Another response to the increase in animal extinction is an international boycott of products made from endangered species This has had some effect, but by itself it will not prevent animals from being hunted and killed

Question 36 What is the main topic of the passage?

A Endangered species B Problems with industrialization C The Bengal tiger D International boycotts

Question 37 The word “poachers” could be best replaced by which of the following? A Concerned scientists B Enterprising researchers

C Illegal hunters D Trained hunters

Question 38 The word “callousness” could be best replaced by which of the following? A incompetence B indirectness C insensitivity D independence Question 39 What does the word “this” refer to in the passage?

A Bengal tiger B Interest in material gain

C Killing animals for personal satisfaction D The decrease in the Bengal tiger population Question 40 Where in the passage does the author discuss a cause of extinction?

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Question 41 Which of the following could best replace the word “ allocated” ?

A set aside B combined C taken D organized Question 42 What does the term “ international boycott” refer to?

A A global increase in animal survival

B A refusal to buy animal products worldwide C Defraying the cost of maintaining national parks D Buying and selling of animal products overseas

Choosing a career may be one of the hardest jobs you ever have, and it must be done with care View a career as an opportunity to something you love, not simply as a way to earn a living Investing the time and effort to thoroughly explore your options can mean the difference between finding a stimulating and rewarding career and move from job to unsatisfying job in an attempt to find the right one Work influences virtually every aspect of your life, from your choice of friends to where you live Here are just a few of the factors to consider

Deciding what matters most to you is essential to making the right decision You may want to begin by assessing your likes, dislikes, strengths, and weaknesses Think about the classes, hobbies, and surroundings that you find most appealing Ask yourself questions, such as “Would you like to travel ? Do you want to work with children ? Are you more suited to solitary or cooperative work ?” There are no right or wrong answers; only you know what is important to you

Determine which job features you require, which ones you would prefer, and which ones you cannot accept Then rank them in order of importance to you The setting of the job is one factor to take into account You may not want to sit at a desk all day If not, there are diversity occupation – building inspector, supervisor, real estate agent – that involve a great deal of time away from the office Geographical location may be a concern, and employment in some fields is concentrated in certain regions Advertising job can generally be found only in large cities On the other hand, many industries such as hospitality, law education, and retail sales are found in all regions of the country If a high salary is important to you, not judge a career by its starting wages Many jobs, such as insurance sales, offers relatively low starting salaries; however, pay substantially increases along with your experience, additional training, promotions and commission

Don’t rule out any occupation without learning more about it Some industries evoke positive or negative associations The traveling life of a flight attendant appears glamorous, while that of a plumber does not Remember that many jobs are not what they appear to be at first, and may have merits or demerits that are less obvious Flight attendants must work long, grueling hours without sleeps, whereas plumbers can be as highly paid as some doctors Another point to consider is that as you get mature, you will likely to develop new interests and skills that may point the way to new opportunities The choice you make today need not be your final one

Question 43 The author states that “There are no right or wrong answers” in order to _ A emphasize that each person’s answers will be different

B show that answering the questions is a long and difficult process C indicate that the answers are not really important

D indicate that each person’s answers may change over time

Question 44 The word “assessing” in paragraph could best be replaced by A discovering B considering C measuring D disposing Question 45 The word “them” in paragraph refers to _.

A questions B answers C features D jobs

Question 46 According to paragraph 3, which of the following fields is NOT suitable for a person who does not want to live in a big city ?

A plumbing B law C retail sales D advertising

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A Your likes and your dislikes B The atmosphere at work C Geographical location D Your strengths and weaknesses Question 48 : It can be inferred from the paragraph that

A jobs in insurance sales are generally not well-paid

B insurance sales people can earn high salary later in their career C people should constantly work toward the next promotion

D a starting salary should be an important consideration in choosing a career Question 49: In paragraph 4, the author suggests that

A you may want to change careers at some time in the future B as you get older, your career will probably less fulfilling C you will be at your job for a lifetime, so choose carefully D you will probably jobless at some time in the future

Question 50: According to the passage, which of the following is true ?

A To make a lot of money, you should not take a job with a low starting salary B To make lots of money, you should rule out all factory jobs

C If you want an easy and glamorous lifestyle, you should consider becoming flight attendant D Your initial view of certain careers may not be accurate.

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Question : A stomach B watch C change D church Question : A performed B impaired C designed D produced

Question 3: A difficult B individual C population D unemployment Question 4: A capital B tradition C different D opera

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needscorrection in

each of the following questions.

Question 5: Vietnam exports a lot of rice is grown mainly in the south of the country A B C D

Question 6: Hardly he had entered the office when he realized that he had forgotten his wallet A B C D

Question 7: To attract someone's attention we can use either verbal and non- verbal forms of A B C

communication D

Question 8: By this time next summer, you _ your study

A will have completed B will complete C are completing D completes Question 9: To attract the guests’ attentions at the party, a polite MC on first appearance may say _

A Good night every body! B Good evening my slaves

C Ladies and gentlemen! D Hey, everybody! Shut up now!

Question 10: Bob has a bad lung cancer and his doctor has advised him to smoking

A turn up B give up C take up D put up

Question 11: Had they arrived at the fair earlier, they what they wanted

A had found B have found C found D would have found Question 12: The teacher told her to _ her socializing because it was affecting her schoolwork A cut down on B run out of C put up with D look forward to Question 13: It is said that he _ studying English for nearly one year

A has been stopped B stopped C has stopped D has been stopping Question 14: Not only is she intelligent

A but also she is kind B but she is also kind C but is she also kind D but also is she kind Question 15: His son will go to school this fall

A five-year-old B five-years-old C five years old D five years’ old Question 16: It looked dark and heavy it was going to rain

A although B as if C whereas D unless

Question 17: An endangered species is a species _ population is so small that it is in danger of extinction

A who B which C what D whose

Question 18: He has _ money in the bank

A a large number of B a lots of C lot of D a lot of Question 19: The more you talk about the situation ,

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C the worse it seems D it seems the worse

Question 20: - Tung :" I didn't know you could play the guitar so well, Toan Your tune was lovely! " - Toan : " _ "

A You've got to be kidding ! I thought it was terrible. B I bought it near my house last week

C You are welcome D Never mind

Question 21: - Thanh : " Lan's the best singer in our school." - Nadia: " _ "

A I can't agree with you more ! B That's ok! C Yes, tell me about it! D Yes, please

Question 22: Sports and festivals form an integral part of every human society.

A Informative B delighted C exciting D essential Question 23: Although we argued with him for a long time, he stood his ground A wanted to continue B felt sorry for us

C refused to change his decision D changed his decision

Question 24: Their classmates are writing letters of acceptance.

A agreement B admission C refusal D confirmation Question 25: Love is supposed to follow marriage, not precede it.

A come after B take out C happen D find out

Question 26: Housewives not have to spend a lot of time doing housework any more A Housework will never be done by housewives any more

B Housewives have to spend more and more time to housework

C Never have housewives spent as much time doing housework as they now D No longer housewives have to spend a lot of time doing housework.

Question 27: You may be very intelligent, but you should be careful about this A No matter what intelligent you may be, you should be careful about this B No matter whatever intelligent you may be, you should be careful about this C No matter why intelligent you may be, you should be careful about this D No matter how intelligent you may be, you should be careful about this.

Question 28: This is the first time she has attended such an enjoyable birthday party A She has never attended such an enjoyable birthday party before

B She had the first enjoyable birthday party

C Her attendance at the first birthday party was enjoyable D.The first birthday party she attended was enjoyable

Question 29: The man wanted to get some fresh air in the room He opened the window A The man opened the window in order to get some fresh air in the room.

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C The man wanted to get some fresh air in the room because he opened the window D The man got some fresh air in the room, even though he opened the window

Question 30: The agreement ended six-month negotiation It was signed yesterday A The agreement which ends six-month negotiation was signed yesterday B The agreement which was signed yesterday ended six-month negotiation. C The agreement which was signed yesterday lasted six months

D The negotiation which lasted six months was signed yesterday

It can take a long time to become successful in your chosen field, however talented you are One thing you have to be (31) _ of is that you will face criticism along the way The world is full of people who would rather say something negative than positive If you‘ve made up your (32) _ to achieve a certain goal, such as writing a novel don‘t let the negative criticism of others prevent you from reaching your target, and let the constructive criticism have a positive effect on your work If someone says you‘re totally in the (33) of talent, ignore them That‘s negative criticism If , however, someone advises you to revise your work and gives you a good reason for doing so, you should consider their suggestions carefully There are many film stars (34) were once out of work There are many famous novelists who made a complete mess of their first novel – or who didn‘t, but had to keep on approaching hundreds of publishers before they could get it published Being successful does depend on luck, to a certain extent But things are more likely to ( 35 ) well if you persevere and stay positive

Question 31: A alert B clever C intelligent D aware

Question 32: A mind B brain C thought D idea Question 33: A absentee B shortage C lack D missing Question 34: A which B whom C they D who Question 35: A sail through B turn out C deal with D come into

In the past, both men and women were expected to be married at quite young ages Marriages were generally arranged by parents and family, with their children having little chance to say no in the matter In the past it was not surprising to find that a bride and groom had only just met on the day of their engagement or marriage

In modern Vietnam, this has changed completely as people choose their own marriage-partners based on love, and in consideration primarily to their own needs and wants Moreover early marriage is quite illegal

The traditional Vietnamese wedding is one of the most important of traditional Vietnamese occasions Regardless of westernization, many of the age-old customs practiced in a traditional Vietnamese wedding continue to be celebrated by both Vietnamese in Vietnam and overseas, often combining both western and eastern elements Besides the wedding ceremony, there is also an engagement ceremony which takes place usually half a year or so before the wedding The number of guests in attendance at these banquets is huge, usually in the hundreds Several special dishes are served Guests are expected to bring gifts, often money, which the groom and bride at one point in the banquet will go from table to table collecting

Question 36: In the past, _

A parents had no right to interfere their children's marriage B getting married at an early age was not allowed

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D Vietnamese marriage was decided by parents and family

Question 37: In former days, the fact that a bride and groom had only first met just on the day of their engagement or marriage was _

A surprising B strange C popular D uncommon Question 38: Which sentence is referred Vietnamese modern marriage?

A Most young people not have their marriage based on love B All marriages are arranged by parents and family

C Marriage is quite westernization

D Couples not get married at quite young ages. Question 39: According to the passage, .

A There is an engagement ceremony which takes place usually half a year or so before the wedding

B Many of the age-old customs practiced in a traditional Vietnamese wedding not exist nowadays

C Oversea Vietnamese people not like to organize a traditional wedding

D Vietnamese people never ask a fortune teller the date and time of the marriage ceremony Question 40: Which does not exist in a Vietnamese wedding party?

A dishes B firecrackers C guests D gifts

Question 41: What is the passage mainly concerned?

A Traditional marriages in Vietnam B Marriages in modern Vietnam C The traditional Vietnamese wedding D The change in marriages in Vietnam Question 42: What does the word “which” in line 14 refer to ?

A gifts B money C money and gifts D guests

Are organically grown foods the best choices? The advantages claimed for such foods over conventionally grown and marketed food products are now being debated Advocates of organic foods – a term whose meaning varies greatly – frequently proclaim that such products are safer and more nutritious than others.

The growing interest of consumers in the safety and more nutritional quality of the typical North American diet is a welcome development However, much of this interest has been sparked by sweeping claims that the food supply is unsafe or inadequate in meeting nutritional needs Although most of these claims are not supported by scientific evidence, the preponderance of written material advancing such claims makes it difficult for the general public to separate fact from fiction As a result, claims that eating a diet consisting entirely of organically grown foods prevents or cures disease or provides other benefits to health have become widely publicized and form the basis for folklore

Almost daily the public is besieged by claims for “no-aging” diets, new vitamins, and other wonder foods There are numerous unsubstantiated reports that natural vitamins are superior to synthetic ones, that fertilized eggs are nutritionally superior to fertilized eggs, that untreated grains are better than fumigated grains and the like One thing that most organically grown food products seem to have in common is that they cost more than conventionally grown foods But in many cases consumers are misled if they believe organic foods can maintain health and provide better nutritional quality than conventionally grown foods So there is real cause for concern if consumers, particularly those with limited incomes, distrust the regular food and buy only expensive organic foods instead

Question 43: The word “advocates” is closest in meaning to which of the following?

A Merchants B Consumers C Inspectors D Proponents

Question 44: In the first paragraph, the word “others” refers to _.

A advantages B organic foods C products D advocates

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B the nutritional quality of the typical North American diet

C interest in food safety and nutritional quality of the typical North American diet D the number of consumers in North American

Question 46: According to the first paragraph, which of the following is true about the terms “ organic foods” ?

A It has no fixed meaning. B It is seldom used by consumers

C It has been used only in recent years D It is accepted by most nutritionists Question 47: The word “maintain” is closest in meaning to _.

A monitor B retire C improve D preserve

Question 48: Who does the author think should NOT buy organic foods?

A Low income consumers B Concerned consumers

C Advocated of organic food D Wealthy people

Question 49: The author implies that there is cause for concern if consumers with limited incomes buy organic foods instead of conventionally grown foods because _.

A too many farmers will stop using conventional method to grow food crops

B organic foods can be more expensive but are often no better than conventionally grown foods. C conventionally grown foods are more readily available than organic foods

D many organic foods are actually less nutritious than similar conventionally grown foods Question 50: What is the author’s attitude toward the claims made by advocates of health foods?

A Very enthusiastic B Neutral C Somewhat favorable D Skeptical

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Question 1: A laughs B volumes C takes D develops

Question 2: A contact B school C facial D carpet

Question 3: A obedient B decision C mischievous D biologist

Question 4: A maintain B response C marriage D believe

Question : The student must have her assessment form fill in by the examiner during the oral exam A B C D Question : A novel is a story long enough to fill a complete book, in that the characters and events A B C

are usually imaginary D

Question : Air pollution, together with littering, are causing many problems in our large , A B C D

industrial cities today

Question 8: Education in Vietnam has improved since the government started a program of educational _

A experience B reform C system D resources

Question 9: Last night’s concert did not _ our expectations

A catch up with B stand in for C come up to D look up to Question 10: Scarcely had Jake the book report when Alan came in

A finish B finishing C finished D to finished

Question 11: When he came to the counter to pay, he found that he had _ cash _ his credit card with him

A either / or B neither / nor C both / and D not / neither Question 12: If people drove more carefully, there _so many accidents on the road A would not be B will not be C wouldn’t have been D aren’t Question 13: Not until I came home that I had lost everything

A I realized B I did realize C did I realize D I did realized Question 14: You should concentrate _ what the interviewer is saying and make a real effort to answer all the questions.

A to B at C on D in

Question 15: Core subjects in Vietnamese schools are _ Maths, Literature and English A made of B made for C made from D made up of Question 16: Much progress on computers since 1950

A has been done B has done C has been made D has made Question 17: Tom said that he his motorbike the day before

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Question 18: Did he tell you ?

A where could we meet him B we would be able to meet him where C where would be able to meet him D where we would meet him

Question 19: Mexico City, _ has a population of over 10 million, is probably the fastest growing city in the world

A whose B which C that D B& C are correct Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges

Question 20 : - Tom : “ It was very kind of you to help me out, Paul ” - Paul : “ _”

A I’m glad you like it B Thanks a million

C That was the least I could do D You can say that again Question 21: - Jen : “ My first English test was not as good as I expected.”

- Thomas: “ _”

A Good Heavens! B That’s brilliant enough

C It’s OK, don’t worry! D Never mind, better job next time.

Question 22: The situation seems to be changing minute by minute

A again and again B from time to tme C very rapidly D time after time Question 23: Sports and festivals form an integral part of every human society.

A informative B delighted C exciting D essential

Question 24: It was obvious to everyone that the child had been badly treated.

A evident B frank C significant D unclear

Question 25: Whenever problems come up, we discuss them frankly and find solutions quickly.

A encounter B arrive C clean D happen

Question 26: It is not until the sun is shining brightly that the little girl woke up

A No sooner is the sun shining brightly than the little girl woke up B Not until the little girl woke up is the sun shining brightly C Not until the sun is shining brightly did the little girl wake up. D As soon as the little girl woke up, the sun hasn’t shone brightly yet

Question 27: “What language you find the most difficult to learn of all?” Nhung asked Ha A Nhung asked Ha what language Ha found the most difficult to learn of all.

B Nhung wanted to know what language they founded the most difficult to learn of all C Nhung asked Ha what language did you find the most difficult to learn of all

D Nhung asked Ha what language you found the most difficult to learn of all Question 28: They reported that the teachers expected more

A The teachers were reported to have been expected of more B The teachers were expected more

C The teachers were reported to have expected more D The teachers were reported to expect more.

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A Anna jogs every morning and is good for her health

B Anna jogs every morning, which is very good for her health. C Anna jogs every morning and then it is good for her health D Anna jogs every morning that is very good for her health Question 30: My brother can’t find a job He is very well-qualified

A My brother can’t find a job but he is very well-qualified

B My brother can’t find a job even though he is very well-qualified. C My brother can’t find a job despite he is very well-qualified D My brother can’t find a job despite a fact that he is well-qualified

Health is something we tend to (31) _ when we have it When our body is doing well, we are hardly aware of it But illness can come, even (32) _ we are young In fact, childhood has been a very susceptible time Many diseases attack children in particular, and people know very little how to cure them once they struck The result was that many children died About a century ago, (33) _, scientists found out about germs, and then everything changed The (34) _ of many diseases was found, and cures were developed As this medical discovery spread, the world became much safer for children The result is that (35) _ a hundred years ago, the average man lived for 35 years, nowadays, in many areas of the world, people can expect to live for 75 years And what we expect by the year 2020 ? Undoubtedly, medical science will continue to advance Some people will be able to avoid medical problems that are unavoidable today

Question 31: A forget B ignore C give up D throw away

Question 32: A if B so C when D while

Question 33: A therefore B however C although D moreover

Question 34: A reason B origin C source D cause

Question 35: A where B when C why D whereas

Who talk more – men or women? Most people believe that women talk more However, linguist Deborah Tannen, who has studied the communication style of men and women, says that this is a stereotype According to Tannen, women are more verbal – talk more – in private situations, where they use conversation as the “glue” to hold relationships together But, she says, men talk more in public situations, where they use conversation to exchange information and gain status Tannen points out that we can see these differences even in children Little girls often play with one “best friend”, their play includes a lot of conversation Little boys often play games in groups; their play usually involves more doing than talking In school, girls are often better at verbal skills, boys are often better at mathematics

A recent study at Emory University helps to shed light on the roots of this difference Researchers studied conversation between children age 3-6 and their parents They found evidence that parents talk very differently to their son than they to their daughters The startling conclusion was that parents use more language with their girls Specifically, when parents talk with their daughters, they use more descriptive language and more details There is also far more talk about emotions, especially sadness, with daughters than with sons

Question 36: Which sentence best expresses the main idea of the first paragraph? A Women talk more in private, and men talk more in public

B It’s stereotype that women talk more than men

C Little girls and little boys have different ways of playing D Women talk more than men

Question 37 : Which word is similar in meaning to “glue” in line ?

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Question 38 : Which sentence best expresses the main idea of the second paragraph? A Parents not talk much about sadness with their sons.

B An Emory University found that parents talk more with their daughters than with their sons C Study at Emory University can help to explain the differences between communication styles of boys and girls

D Researchers have studied the conversations of children and their parents

Question 39 : Which of the following phrases best explains the meaning of the word “verbal”? A connected with the use of spoken language B deriving from verbs

C using very loud noise D being very talkative

Question 40 : The word “they” in line refers to

A men and women B situations C men D women

Question 41 : Which of the following statements can be inferred from the first paragraph ? A Men are more sociable than women

B According to Deborah Tannen, the belief that women talk more is partly right but most wrong and oversimplified

C Men and women have different styles of talking, which may begin in childhood. D Women talk more in some situations, men talk more in others

Question 42 : Which word could best replace “startling” ?

A interesting B surprising C annoying D beginning

A number of factors related to the voice reveal the personality of the speaker

The first is the broad area of communication, which includes imparting information by use of language, communicating with a group or an individual and specialized communication through performance A person conveys thoughts and ideas through choice of words, by a tone of voice that is pleasant or unpleasant, gentle or harsh, by the rhythm that is inherent within the language itself, and by speech rhythms that are flowing and regular or uneven and hesitant, and finally, by the pitch and melody of the utterance When speaking before a group, a person's tone may indicate uncertainty or fright, confidence or calm At interpersonal levels, the tone may reflect ideas and feelings over and above the words chosen, or may believe them Here, the participant’s tone can consciously or unconsciously reflect intuitive sympathy or antipathy, lack of concern or interest, fatigue, anxiety, enthusiasm or excitement, all of which are usually discernible by the acute listener Public performance is a manner of communication that is highly specialized with its own techniques for obtaining effects by voice and /or gesture The motivation derived from the text, and in the case of singing, the music, in combination with the performer's skills, personality, and ability to create empathy will determine the success of artistic, political, or pedagogic communication.

Second, the voice gives psychological clues to a person's self-image, perception of others, and emotional health Self-image can be indicated by a tone of voice that is confident, pretentious, shy, aggressive, outgoing, or exuberant, to name only a few personality traits Also the sound may give a clue to the facade or mask of that person, for example, a shy person hiding behind an overconfident front

How a speaker perceives the listener's receptiveness, interest, or sympathy in any given conversation can drastically alter the tone of presentation, by encouraging or discouraging the speaker Emotional health is evidenced in the voice by free and melodic sounds of the happy, by constricted and harsh sound of the angry, and by dull and lethargic qualities of the depressed

-Question 43: The word " Here " in line refers to

A interpersonal interactions B the tone C ideas and feelings D words chosen Question 44: What does the passage mainly discuss?

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A questioned B repeated C indicated D exaggerated Question 46: Why does the author mention " artistic, political, or pedagogic communication " in line 15 ? A To introduce the idea of self-image B As examples of public performance

C As examples of basic styles of communication D To contrast them to singing Question 47: According to the passage, an overconfident front may hide

A hostility B shyness C friendliness D strength Question 48: According to the passage, what does a constricted and harsh voice indicate ? A Lethargy B Depression C Boredom D Anger

Question 49: According to the passage, an exuberant tone of voice may be an indication of a person's _ A general physical health B personality C ability to communicate D vocal quality Question 50: The word " drastically " in line 21 is closest in meaning to .

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Question : A laughed B sacrificed C cooked D explained Question : A airports B ways C questions D pictures

Question 3: A verbal B signal C common D attract Question 4: A historian B certificate C academic D curriculum

Question Because the highway system was built 40 years ago , most of the roads now need A B C

to repair D

Question Pointing in someone is usually considered impolite but it is acceptable when a A B C teacher wants to get someone’s attention in class

D

Question If a student takes a course on Computer Science, it will take him four years doing the A B C D course

Question 8: Many applicants find a job interview if they are not well-prepared for it A impressive B stressful C threatening D time-consuming Question 9: He managed to win the race _ hurting his foot before the race

A in spite of B despite of C although D because of Question 10: Hardly _ when the argument began

A when he arrived B he had arrived C than he arrived D had he arrived

Question 11: Housework is less tiring and boring thanks to the invention of _ devices A environment-friendly B time-consuming

C labor-saving D pollution-free

Question 12: By the end of the 21st century, scientists _ a cure for the common cold A will find B will have found

C will be finding D will have been finding Question 13: Last Sunday was that we took a drive in the country A so beautiful day B such a beautiful day C so a beautiful day D such beautiful day Question 14: Widespread forest destruction in this particular area

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Question 15: The greater the demand, the price

A the highest B the high C higher D the higher Question 16: After twenty years collecting stamps, Mike interested in them

A is not longer B no longer C no longer is D is no longer Question 17: He still hasn’t really the death of his mother

A recovered B got over C cured D treated Question 18: He asked me

A since when I’m waiting B how long I have been waiting C how long I had been waiting D since when I waited

Question 19: ten minutes earlier, you would have got a better seat

A Had you arrived B If you arrived C Were you arrived D If you hadn’t arrived Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges.

Question 20: - Charles : “ Do you fancy going to a movie this evening ? ” - Lisa: “ ”

A I’m sorry I don’t know that B Not at all Go ahead C Not so bad And you ? D That would be nice.

Question 21: - John : “ What kind of job would you like ? - Tim : “ “

A All of them are B I heard it was very good C Anything to with computers D Anytime after next week

Question 22: He sounded panic-stricken on the phone.

A terrified B troubled C happy D disappointed

Question 23: Few businesses are flourishing in the present economic climate.

A taking off B setting up C growing well D closing down

Question 24: Although it’s a long day for us, we feel we are contented with what we do.

A interested B dissatisfied C excited D shocked

Question 25: I can’t stand people who treat animals cruelly.

A gently B cleverly C reasonably D brutally

Question 26: It is possible that the fire in the ship was started by a bomb A They say that a bomb started the fire in the ship

B The fire in the ship might have been started by a bomb. C It shall be said the fire in the ship had been started by a bomb D The fire in the ship is known to have been started by a bomb Question 27: Neil always forgets his wife’s birthday

A At no time Neil remembers his wife’s birthday B Neil never remembers his wife’s birthday. C Neil sometimes remembers his wife’s birthday D Neil remembers his wife’s birthday all the time

Question 28: If you practise harder you will have better results A The harder you practise, the best results you will have.

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D The harder you practise, the better results you will have.

Question 29: A waitress served us She was very impolite and impatient A A waitress, who served us , was very impolite and impatient B A waitress which served us., was very impolite and impatient C A waitress who served us was very impolite and impatient. D A waitress whom served us , was very impolite and impatient Question 30: She wasn’t wearing a seat-belt She was injured

A If she hadn’t been wearing a seat-belt, she wouldn’t have been injured B If she had been wearing a seat-belt, she would have been injured C If she had been wearing a seat-belt, she wouldn’t be injured

D If she had been wearing a seat-belt, she wouldn’t have been injured.

Our classes take place for three hours every morning from Monday to Friday The (31) _ class size is twelve and the average is ten We use modern methods (32) _ teaching and learning, and the school has a language laboratory, a video camera and recorders You will only be successful in improving your English; however, if you work hard and practise speaking English as much as you can You will take a short (33) _ in English as soon as you arrive In this way, we can put you in a (34) _ at the most suitable level

The emphasis is on oral communication practice in a wide (35) _ of situations at the advanced knowledge You will learn how to use language correctly and appropriately when you talk to native speakers In addition, you will develop such study skills as reading efficiently, writing articles and reports, and note-taking from books and lectures

Question 31: A maximum B minimum C small D large

Question 32: A in B of C on D for

Question 33: A test B exam C course D lesson

Question 34: A form B class C grade D course

Question 35: A variety B amount C number D lot

Over the past 600 years, English has grown from a language of few speakers to become the dominant language of international communication English as we know it today emerged around 1350, after having incorporated many elements of French that were introduced following the Norman invasion off 1066 Until the 1600s, English was, for the most part, spoken only in England and had not expanded even as far as Wales, Scotland, or Ireland However, during the course of the next two century, English began too spread around the globe as a result of exploration, trade (including slave trade), colonization, and missionary work Thus, small enclaves of English, speakers became established and grew in various parts of the world As these communities proliferated, English gradually became the primary language of international business, banking, and diplomacy

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Question 36 What is the main topic of the passage? A The number of non-native users of English B The French influence on the English language

C The expansion of English as an international language. D The use of English for science and technology

Question 37 In the first paragraph, the word "emerged" is closest in meaning to A appeared B hailed C frequented D engaged Question 38 In the first paragraph, the word "elements" is closest in meaning to

A declaration B features C curiosities D customs Question 39 Approximately when did English begin to be used beyond England? A In 1066 B around 1350 C before 1600D after 1600

Question 40 According to the passage, all of the following contributed to the spread of English around the world

A the slave trade B the Norman invasion C missionaries D colonization Question 41 In the second paragraph, the word "stored" is closest in meaning to A bought B saved C spent D valued

Question 42 According to the passage, approximately how many non-native users of English are there in the world today ?

A a quarter million B half a million C 350 million D 700 million

Rachel Carson was born in 1907 in Springsdale, Pennsylvania She studied biology at college and zoology at Johns Hopkins University, where she received her master’s degree in 1933 In 1936, she was hired by the U.S Fish and Wildlife Service, where she worked most of her life

Carson’s first book, Under the Sea Wind, was published in 1941 It received excellent reviews, but sales were poor until it was reissued in 1952 In that year she published The Sea Around Us, which provided a fascinating look beneath the ocean’s surface, emphasizing human history as well as geology and marine biology Her imagery and language had a poetic quality Carson consulted no less than 1,000 printed sources She had voluminous correspondence and frequent discussions with experts in the field However, she always realized the limitations of her nontechnical readers

In 1962, Carson published Silent Spring, a book that sparked considerable controversy It proved how much harm was done by the uncontrolled, reckless use of insecticides She detailed how they poison the food supply of animals, kill birds and fish, and contaminate human food At the time, spokesmen for the chemical industry mounted personal attacks against Carson and issued propaganda to indicate that her findings were flawed However, her work was proved by a 1963 report of the President’s Science Advisory Committee

(Source: TOEFL Reading) Question 43 The passage mainly discusses Rachel Carson’s work

A as a researcher B at college C at the U.S Fish and Wildlife Service D as a writer

Question 44 According to the passage, what did Carson primarily study at Johns Hopkins University? A oceanography B zoology C literature D history

Question 45 When she published her first book, Carson was closest to the age of A 26 B 29 C 34 D 45

Question 46 It can be inferred from the passage that in 1952, Carson’s book Under the Sea Wind A was outdated B became more popular than her other books

C was praised by critics D sold many copies

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A printed matter B talks with experts C a research expedition D letters from scientists

Question 48 The word “reckless” in line 11 is closest in meaning to

A unnecessary B limited C continuous D irresponsible Question 49 The word “flawed” in line 14 is closest in meaning to

A faulty B deceptive C logical D offensive

Question 50 Why does the author of the passage mention the report of the President’s Science Advisory Committee (lines 14-15) ?

A To provide an example of government propaganda B To support Carson’s ideas.

C To indicate a growing government concern with the environment D To validate the chemical industry’s claims

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SỞ GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO HÀ NỘI ĐỀ THI THỬ TỐT NGHIỆP THPT NĂM 2017 TRƯỜNG THPT HỒNG HÀ Môn : TIẾNG ANH

Question : A schools B secrets C weekends D solutions Question : A safe B angry C frank D family

Question 3: A return B parents C weekend D household Question 4: A important B holiday C different D interesting

Question Traditionally, Americans and Asians have had very different ideas about love and A B C

married D

Question Many teachers have devoted their lives to teaching therefore teaching is not a A B C D

well-paid job

Question It was in 2006 when she got married to a well-known movie star A B C D

Question 8: The tourists asked me how _ to Hoan Kiem lake

A did they get B they could get C would they get D could they get Question 9: His parents agreed to _ him their car while they were away on holiday A let B hire C lend D borrow Question 10: Sleeping, resting and are the best ways to care for a cold

A drinking fruits B to drink fruits C drank fruits D one drinks fruits Question 11: If he _ with us now, he the beauty of nature of the National Park

A is / can enjoy B were / could enjoy C was / will enjoy D has been / would enjoy Question 12: _ have made a billion dollars last year

A His father is thought that B His father is thought to C It is thought D It is thought that his father Question 13: Linda, _ is quite rich, has just celebrated her 21st birthday

A whom family B whose family C which family D that family

Question 14: _ the noise from the construction work, the children couldn’t concentrate on their lessons

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Question 15: I didn’t meet him yesterday He _ on business

A must go B should go C must have gone D should have gone Question 16: Rock music _ popular around the world for more than 40 years

A was B is being C had been D has been Question 17: Economic reforms have a lot of benefits for the local people

A given away B resulted from C carried out D resulted in Question 18: A good friend should _ you whatever happens

A be in favor of B take after C stand by D bring around Question 19: Only when I my exams next month _ the book

A have finished - I read B will finish - I will read

C finished - did I read D have finished - will I read

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges.

Question 20: - Charles : “ Thanks so much for looking after the children ! ” - Lisa: “ ”

A That’s all right Anytime. B I’m fine, thanks C Of course, not D That sounds nice

Question 21: - Janet : "Do you feel like going to the cinema this evening?" - Susan : “ "

A I don't agree, I'm afraid B You’re welcome C That would be great D I feel very bored

Question 22: He was asked to account for his presence at the scene of crime.

A complain B exchange C explain D arrange

Question 23: The teacher gave some suggestions on what could come out for the examination. A effects B symptoms C hints D demonstrations

Question 24: John was so insubordinate that he lost his job in one week.

A understanding B fresh C obedient D disobedient Question 25: When he passes the entrance exam, his parents will be walking on the air. A feeling extremely unhappy B extremely light

C feeling extremely airy D extremely happy

Question 26: This is the first time I've made such a stupid mistake A The first mistake I made was a stupid one

B I had never made a stupid mistake

C Never before have I made such a stupid mistake D I first made a stupid mistake

Question 27: The boy was not intelligent enough to have solved such complex problems alone A The complex problems couldn’t be solved because the boy was so stupid

B The boy was not intelligent but he managed to solve such complex problems C The boy, though quite intelligent, couldn’t solve the complex problems D The boy together with someone else solved the complex problems. Question 28: Be he rich or poor, she will marry him

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B She wants to marry him of he is rich

C She will marry him whether he is rich or poor. D She will marry him however poor he may be

Question 29:

She was the first woman in the Philippines She was elected as the president of the country A She was the first woman being elected as the president of the Philippines

B She was the first woman who is elected as the president of the Philippines C She was the first woman to be elected as the president of the Philippines. D She was the first woman elected as the president of the Philippines Question 30: He spent all his money He even borrowed some from me A Not only he spent all his money but he also borrowed some from me B Not only did he spend all his money but he also borrowed some from me. C Not only he borrowed some from me but he also spent all his money D Not only did he borrow some from me but he also spend all his money

In addition to the challenge to be excellent, American schools have been facing novel problems They must cope with an influx of immigrant children, many of whom speak little or no English They must respond to demands ….(31) ….the curriculum reflect the various cultures of all children Schools must make sure that students develop basic skills for the job market, and they must consider the needs of nontraditional students, such as teenage mothers

Schools are addressing these problems in ways that reflect the diversity of the US educational system They are hiring or training large numbers of teachers of English …(32)… a second language and, in some countries, setting up bilingual schools They are opening up the traditional European-centered curriculum to embrace material from American, Asian, and other cultures

Schools are also teaching cognitive skills to the …(33)… 40 percent of American students who not go on to higher education In the …(34) of a recent report by the Commission on Achieving Necessary Skills, “A strong back, the willingness to work, and a high school diploma were once all that was necessary to make a start in America They are no longer A well-developed mind, a continued willingness to learn and the ability to put knowledge to work are the new keys …(35) the future of our young people, the success of our business, and the economic well-being of the nation”

( Extracted from Info USA-CD Version) Question 31 A that B who C whether D what

Question 32 A as B from C with D like Question 33 A slightly B mostly C fairly D nearly Question 34 A minds B directions C words D ways Question 35 A to B at C in D for

Long ago prehistoric man began to domesticate a number of wild plants and animals for his own use This not only provided more abundant food but also allowed more people to live on a smaller plot of ground We tend to forget that all of our present-day pets, livestock, and food plants were taken from the wild and developed into the forms we know today

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the use of plants for drugs and medicine The early herbalists sometimes overworked their imaginations in this respect For example, it was widely believed that a plant or part of a plant that resembles an internal organ would cure ailments of that organ, Thus, an extract made from a heart-shaped leaf might be prescribed for a person suffering from heart problems

Nevertheless, the overall contributions of these early observers provided the rudiments of our present knowledge of drugs and their uses

Question 36 What does this passage mainly discuss?

A Cures from plants B The beginning of natural history

C Prehistoric man D Early plants and animals

Question 37 Domestication of plants and animals probably occurred because of _ A need for more readily available food B lack of wild animals and plants

C early mans power as a hunter D the desire of prehistoric man to be nomadic Question 38 The word “this” refers to _.

A providing food for man B man's domestication of plants and animals C man's ability to live on a small plot of land D the earliest condition of prehistoric man Question 39 The word “blossomed” is closest in meaning to _

A produced flowers B changed C learned D flourished

Question 40 An herbalist is which of the following?

A A dreamer B An early historian

C Someone who uses plants in medicine D A farmer Question 41 Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?

A The shape of a plant is indicative of its ability to cure ailments of a similarly shaped organ B Early herbalists were unimaginative

C The work of early herbalists has nothing to with present day medicine

D There is little relation between a cure for illness and the physical shape of a plant Question 42 The passage would most likely lead to a more specific discussion in the field of _

A zoology B biology C anatomy D Astrology

Although most universities in the United States are on a semester system, which offers classes in the fall and spring, some schools observe a quarter system comprised of fall, winter, spring, and summer quarters The academic year, September to June, is divided into three quarters of eleven weeks each beginning in September, January, and March: the summer quarter, June to August, is composed of shorter sessions of vary length

There are several advantages and disadvantages to the quarter system On the plus side, students who wish to complete their degrees in less than the customary four years may take advantage of the opportunity to study year round by enrolling in all four quarters In addition, although most students begin their programs in the fall quarter, they may enter at the beginning of any other quarters Finally, since the physical facilities are kept in operation year round, the resources are used effectively to serve the greatest number of students But there are several disadvantages as well Many faculty complain that eleven-week term is simply not enough for them to cover the material required by most college coursed. Students also find it difficult to complete the assignments in such a short period of time

In order to combine the advantages of the quarter system with those of the semester system some colleges and universities have instituted a three-term trimester system In fourteen weeks, faculty and students have more time to cover material and finish course requirements, but the additional term provides options for admission during the year and accelerates the degree programs for those students who wish to graduate early

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Question 44 How many terms are there in a quarter system?

A Three regular terms and one summer term B One regular term and four summer terms C Two regular terms and two summer terms D Four regular terms and one summer term Question 45 When is the academic year?

A September to August B September to June C June to August D August to June Question 46 The word “ customary” in paragraph could best be replaced by . A agreeable B limited C traditional D length Question 47 When may students begin studying in a school that uses a quarter system? A Summer semester only B at the beginning of the academic year C at the beginning of any quarter D September

Question 48 The word “them” in paragraph refers to .

A material B courses C faculty D weeks Question 49 Which of the following characteristics does NOT apply to trimesters? A They provide more options for admission

B They allow students to graduate early C They last eleven weeks

D They are long enough to cover the course material

Question 50 Where would this passage most probably be found? A In a American newspaper

B In a dictionary published in the United States

C In a general guide to colleges and universities in the United States D In a college catalog for a university in the United States

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Question : A enterprise B extinct C explain D endanger Question : A finished B stayed C injured D arrived

Question 3: A habitat B inflation C disease D remove Question 4: A inspire B wealthy C protect D extinct

Question Had it not been for you help me, I wouldn't have succeeded A B C D

Question Children enjoy telling and listening to ghosts stories, especially on Halloween night A B C D

Question We had better to review this chapter carefully because we will have some questions on it A B C D

on our test tomorrow

Question : The harder we tried to solve the riddle, _

A we got more confused B the more confused we got C we got so confused D the most we got confused Question : This soup is very hot, but I always think the better

A hotter the B hottest C hotter D hot the

Question 10 : Lucy was late for school this morning because the alarm didn’t _ as usual A ring off B get off C go off D take off

Question 11 : Children can’t go sleep on Christmas Eve They’re too

A exciting B interesting C excited D surprising Question 12 : I’ll go without you late

A if you are B if you will be C if you would D when you are Question 13 : The visitors were complaining in the rain

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A relatives B relationships C relation D relations Question 15 : Your car is too dirty! When did you have it ?

A to be washed B wash C washed D to wash Question 16 : She said she met you once at the Parade last week _ since?

A Have you met her B Were you met her C Had you met her D Did you meet her Question 17 : _ her tears, she waved goodbye to her family from the station platform A Filling out B Bringing in C Turning over D Fighting back Question 18 : We arranged to meet at the station, but she didn’t _

A get through B turn up C walk out D wait on

Question 19 : Some sociologists believe that the family of parents and children is rapidly becoming a thing of the past

A extended B joint C nuclear D closed

Question 20: Paul is asking Joe for permission to play the guitar in the room Choose the most suitable response to fill in the blank in the following exchange.

Paul : “ Is it all right if I play the guitar in here while you’re studying? ” Joe : “ ”

A Well, if only you didn’t B Oh, I wish you wouldn’t C Well, actually, I’d prefer it if you didn’t D Well, I’d rather not

Question 21: Joanne is criticising Alex for taking a late flight Choose the most suitable response to fill in the blank in the following exchange.

Joanne : “ You should have flown with the earlier flight ! ” Alex : “ _ ”

A Oh, I’m sorry to hear that B It was fully booked. C Yes, I should D Why not?

Question 22: Although we argued with him for a long time, he stood his ground A wanted to continue B felt sorry for us

C refused to change his decision D changed his decision Question 23: I am concerned about my children.

A angry B sad C happy D worried

Question 24: The new laws to conserve wildlife in the area will come into force next month. A eliminate B protect C pullute D destroy

Question 25: My uncle, who is an accomplished guitarist, taught me how to play. A unqualified B ill-educated C unskilled D unimpaired

Question 26: Sally decided not to her homework and went to the night club A Sally not only did her homework but also went to the night club

B Sally went to the night club instead of doing homework. C Sally neither went to the night club nor did her homework A Sally either went to the night club or did her homework

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B It would be better for all concerned if we can solve this problem soon, C If all concerned are better, we can solve this problem soon

D If we can solve this problem soon, it will be better for all concerned. Question 28: Having done the test well, Tom hoped to be given a good mark A Having been done the test well, Tom hoped to be given a good mark

B Having hoped to be given a good mark, Tom had done the test well C Having the test done well, Tom hoped to be given a good mark D Tom hoped to be given a good mark as he had done the test well.

Question 29:

The fire-fighters made every effort to put off the flames The building burned down completely A The building burned down completely though the fire-fighters made every effort to put off the flames.

B Had it not been for the fire-fighters’ every effort, the building would have burned down completely

C Making every effort to put off the flames, the fire-fighters completely burned down the building D Since the fire-fighters made every effort to put off the flames, the building burned down completely

Question 30: Marry loved her stuffed animal when she was young She couldn’t sleep without it A When Marry was young, she loved her stuffed animal so as not to sleep with it

B As Marry couldn’t sleep without her stuffed animal when she was young, she loved it C When Marry was young, she loved her stuffed animal though she couldn’t sleep without it D When Marry was young, she loved her stuffed animal so much that she couldn’t sleep without it

Environmental Concerns

Earth is the only place we know of in the universe that can support human life (31) _ human activities are making the planet less fit to live on As the western world carries on consuming two-thirds of the world's resources while half of the world's population so just to stay alive we are rapidly destroying the (32) _ resource we have by which all people can survive and prosper Everywhere fertile soil is either built on or washed into the sea Renewable resources are exploited so much that they will never be able to recover completely We discharge pollutants into the atmosphere without any thought of the consequences As a (33) _ the planet's ability to support people is being reduced at the very time when rising human numbers and consumption are making increasingly heavy demands on it The Earth's (34) _ resources are there for us to use We need food, water, air, energy, medicines, warmth, shelter and minerals to keep us fed, comfortable, healthy and active If we are sensible in how we use the resources, they will (35) _ indefinitely But if we use them wastefully and excessively they will soon run out and everyone will suffer

Question 31 A Although B Yet C Still D Despite Question 32 A individual B alone C very D solitary Question 33 A result B reaction C development D product Question 34 A living B real C natural D genuine Question 35 A remain B go C last D stand

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larger Those parts that are not tend to wither away It is an observed fact that when you exercise particular muscles, they grow Those that are never used dimish By examining a man's body, we can tell which muscles he uses and which he doesn't we may even be able to guess his profession or his reaction Enthusiasts of the "body- building" cult make use of the principle of use and disuse to "build" their bodies, almost like a piece of sculpture, into whatever unnatural shape is demanded by fashion in this peculiar minority culture Muscles are not the only parts of the body that respond to use in this kind of way Walk barefoot and you acquire harder skin on your soles It is easy to tell a farmer from a bank teller by looking at their hands alone The farmer's hands are horny, hardened by long exposure to rough work The teller's hands are relatively soft

The principle of use and disuse enables animals to become better at the job of surviving in their world, progressively better during their lifetime as a result of living in that world Humans, through direct exposure to sunlight, or lack of it, develop a skin color which equips them better to survive in the particular local conditions

Too much sunlight is dangerous Enthusiastic sunbathers with very fair skins are susceptible to skin cancer Too little sunlight, on the other hand, leads to vitamin-D deficiency and rickets The brown pigment melanin which is synthesized under the influence of sunlight, makes a screen to protect the underlying tissues from the harmful effects of further sunlight If a suntanned person moves to a less sunny climate, the melanin disappears, and the body is able to benefit from what little sun there is This can be represented as an instance of the principle of use and disuse: skin goes brown when it is "used", and fades to white when it is not

Question 36 What does the passage mainly discuss?

A How the principles of use and disuse change people's concepts of themselves B The way in which people change themselves to conform to fashion

C The changes that occur according to the principle of use and disuse. D The effects of the sun on the principle of use and disuse

Question 37 The phrase "wither away" in line is closest in meaning to _ A split B rot C perish D shrink Question 38 According to the passage, men who body build. _

A appear like sculptures B change their appearance C belong to strange cults D are very fashionable

Question 39 From the passage, it can be inferred that author views body building. A with enthusiasm B as an artistic from

C with scientific interest D of doubtful benefic

Question 40 It can be inferred from the passage that the principle of use and disuse enables organisms to

A change their existence B automatically benefit C survive in any condition D improve their lifetime Question 41 The author suggests that melanin _

A is necessary for the production of vitamin-D B is beneficial in sunless climates C helps protect fair-skinned people D is a synthetic product

Question 42 The word " susceptible" could be best replaced by

A condemned B vulnerable C allergic D suggestible

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recycling is the big news People are talking about it, practicing it, and discovering new ways to be sensitive to the environment Recycling means finding ways to use products a second time The motto of the recycling movement is “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle”

The first step is to reduce garbage In stores, a shopper has to buy products in blister packs, boxes and expensive plastic wrappings A hamburger from a fast food restaurant comes in lots of packaging: usually paper, a box and a bag All that packaging is wasted resources People should try to buy things that are wrapped simply, and to reuse cups and utensils Another way to reduce waste is to buy high-quality products When low-high-quality appliances break, many customers throw them away and buy new ones - a loss of more resources and more energy For example, if a customer buys a high-quality appliance that can be easily repaired, the manufacturer receives an important message In the same way, if a customer chooses a product with less packaging, that customer sends an important message to the manufacturers To reduce garbage, the throw-away must stop

The second step is to reuse It is better to buy juices and soft drinks in returnable bottles After customers empty the bottles, they return them to the stores The manufacturers of the drinks collect bottles, wash them, and then fill them again The energy that is necessary to make new bottles is saved In some parts of the world, returning bottles for money is a common practice In those places, the garbage dumps have relatively little glass and plastic from throw-away bottles

The third step being environmentally sensitive is to recycle Spent motor oil can be cleaned and used again Aluminum cans are expensive to make It takes the same amount of energy to make one aluminum can as it does to run a color TV set for three hours When people collect and recycle aluminum (for new cans), they help save one of the world’s precious resources

Question 43 Which area is considered one of the most industrialized ?

A South America B Middle East C Europe D Asia Question 44 What does the word “sensitive” means ?

A cautious B logical C responding D friendly Question 45 It is a waste when customers buy low-quality products because A they have to be repaired many times B they will soon throw them away C customers always change their idea D they are very cheap

Question 46 What is the topic of the passage?

A How to live sensitively to the environment B How to reduce garbage disposal.

C What is involved in the recycling movement D What people understand the term “recycle” Question 47 People can the following to reduce waste EXCEPT _

A buy high-quality products B buy simply-wrapped things C reuse cups D buy more hamburgers Question 48 What best describe the process of reuse?

A The bottles are filled again after being returned, collected and washed. B The bottles are collected, washed, returned and filled again

C The bottles are washed, returned filled again and collected D The bottles are collected, returned, filled again and washed Question 49 The word “practice” is closest in meaning to _

A training B exercise C deed D belief Question 50 Garbage dumps in some areas have relatively little glass and plastic because A people are ordered to return bottles B returned bottles are few

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Question 1: A repeats B amuses C attacks D coughs

Question 2: A whom B heal C healthy D honest Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions.

Question 3: A kindergarten B contaminate C curriculum D conventional Question 4: A attend B visit C apply D appear

Question 5: I like the fresh air and green trees of the village which I spent my vacation last year A B C D

Question 6: The General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) is the name of a set of English A B

qualifications, generally taking by secondary school students at the age of 15-16 in England C D

Question 7: I told him I'd prefer to walk , but he insisted to give me a lift A B C D

Question 8: _ , I would give a party

A Should she come next month B If she come next month C She were to come next month D If she came here now

Question : The teacher, along with her students, _ going to school at the moment A is B was C were D are Question 10 : is to give strangers your address

A What must never you B That must never you C That you must never D What you must never do Question 11 : She isn’t well with the new manager

A going on B keeping on C taking on D getting on Question 12 : Without my parents' support, I my overseas study

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C will not complete D did not complete

Question 13 : People said that he would _ a bad end They were right He went to prison and died there

A come to B come through C come into D come round

Question 14 : Jim usually looks happy, but today he has a long He must have had a quarrel with his best friend

A face B chin C nose D expression Question 15 : In the eighteenth century, _ not many women who had access to formal education in the colonies

A were there B it was C were D there were Question 16 : We decided to in Athens for a few days on our way home

A set up B put up C stop over D close down Question 17 : He couldn’t rest or sleep because _ too much coffee

A drinking B been drinking C had been drinking D he had been drinking Question 18 : We bought some

A German lovely old glasses B German old lovely glasses C lovely old German glasses D old lovely German glasses Question 19 : Tom said that he his motorbike the day before

A had lost B lost C has lost D lose

Question 20: - Daisy: “ What an attractive hair style you have got, Mary ! ” - Mary: “ _ ”

A Thank you very much! I am afraid B You are telling a lie C Thank you for your compliment ! D I don't like your sayings

Question 21: Linda invited her friend, Sarah, to have dinner out that night and Sarah accepted. - Linda : “ Shall we eat out tonight ? ”

- Sarah : “ .”

A You are very welcome B That’s a great idea C That’s acceptable D It’s kind of you to invite

Question 22: I don't think I can ever live on my own in a big city.

A poorly B hungry C freely D alone Question 23: We had waited for two hours and in the end they arrived.

A eventually B suddenly C gradually D luckily

Question 24: During the five-decade history the Asian Games have been advancing in all aspects. A holding at B holding back C holding by D holding to

Question 25: We offer a speedy and secure service of transferring money in less than 24 hours. A slow B open C unsure D uninterested

Question 26: He never suspected that the money had been stolen A He knew that his money would be stolen

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Question 27: I did not answer the door even though I knew it was my friend A Unless I knew it was my friend, I would not answer the door

B I knew it was my friend, but I did not answer the door. C Only when I answered the door did I knew it was my friend D I answered the door since I knew it was my friend

Question 28: There is no point in asking Linda to help as she is really busy A Even though Linda is really busy, she is always willing to help

B Whenever you are in need, ask Linda for help

C It is a waste of time asking Linda to help as she is really busy D When Linda is busy, you should help her

Question 29: John is studying hard He doesn’t want to fail the next exam A John is studying hard in order that he not fail the next exam

B John is studying hard in order not to fail the next exam C John is studying hard in order to not to fail the next exam D John is studying hard so as to fail the next exam

Question 30: I strongly disapproved of your behavior However, I will help you this time A Despite of my strong disapproval of your behavior, I will help you this time

B Despite my strong disapproval of your behavior, I will help you this time. C Because of your behavior, I will help you this time

D Although I strongly disapproved of your behavior, but I will help you this time

In this age of advanced telephone networks and electronic mail, it seems that fewer and even fewer people are taking time to sit down and write letters (31) _ friends and relatives For hundreds of years, letters were the only way to keep in contact with people who were any distance away and letter-writing was seen as an important skill for all learned people (32)

Gradually, however , the importance of writing letters is decreasing to a point that majority of us have to (33) _ a special effort to turn out something worth-while when we apply for a job or make a complaint In business circles the tendency is for routine communications to become shorter (34) _ clients may appreciate a detailed letter, an employee who sends out long letters is often regarded as inefficient Many people prefer the telephone in all circumstances and its speed is essential in many situations but how often have you put the telephone down, dissatisfied with what you have managed to say? I don’t think I’ll throw my (35) away yet

Question 31: A for B with C from D to

Question 32: A mastered B to master C mastering D to be mastered Question 33: A cause B C make D create

Question 34: A As though B Despite C Even though D However Question 35: A effort B letter C telephone D pen

The technology of the North American colonies did not differ strikingly from that of Europe, but in one respect, the colonists enjoyed a great advantage Especially by comparison with Britain, Americans had a wonderfully plentiful supply of wood

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era, the price of wood had risen slightly in eastern cities, but wood was still extremely abundant.

The availability of wood brought advantages that have seldom been appreciated Wood was a foundation of the economy Houses and all manner of buildings were made of wood to a degree unknown in Britain Secondly, wood was used as fuel for heating and cooking Thirdly, it was used as the source of important industrial compounds, such as potash, an industrial alkali; charcoal, a component of gunpowder; and tannic acid, used for tanning leather The supply of wood conferred advantages but had some negative aspects as well Iron at that time was produced by heating iron ore with charcoal Because Britain was so stripped of trees, she was unable to exploit her rich iron mines But the American colonies had both iron ore and wood; iron production was encouraged and became successful However, when Britain developed coke smelting, the Colonies did not follow suit because they had plenty of wood and besides, charcoal iron was stronger than coke iron Coke smelting led to technologic innovations and was linked to the emergence of the Industrial Revolution In the early nineteenth century, the former colonies lagged behind Britain in industrial development because their supply of wood led them to cling to charcoal iron Question 36: What does the passage mainly discuss?

A The advantages of using wood in the colonies B The effects of an abundance of wood on the colonies C The roots of the Industrial Revolution

D The difference between charcoal iron and coke iron

Question 37: Which of the following is a common assumption about the forests of North America during the colonial period?

A They contained only a few types of trees B They existed only along the Atlantic seaboard C They had little or no economic value

D They covered the entire continent.

Question 38: The word “ abundant ” in paragraph is closest meaning to _ A redundant B sufficient C insufficient D plentiful

Question 39: According to the passage, by the end of the colonial period, the price of wood in Eastern cities A rose quickly because wood was becoming so scarce

B was much higher than it was in Britain C was slightly higher than in previous years.

D decreased rapidly because of lower demand for wood

Question 40: What can be inferred about houses in Britain during the period written about in the passage? A They were more expensive than American houses

B They were generally built with imported materials

C They were typically smaller than homes in North America

D They were usually built from materials built from materials other than wood. Question 41: The phrase “follow suit” in paragraph means .

A the same thing B make an attempt C have the opportunity D take a risk Question 42: According to the passage, why was the use of coke smelting advantageous? A It led to advances in technology.

B It was less expensive than wood smelting

C It produced a stronger type of iron than wood smelting D It stimulated the demand for wood

Ever since humans inhabited the earth, they have made use of various forms of communication Generally, this expression of thoughts and feelings has been in the form of oral speech When there is a language barrier, communication is accomplished through sign language in which motions stand for letters, words, and ideas Tourists, the deaf, and the mute have had to resort to this form of expression Many of these symbols of whole words are very picturesque and exact and can be used internationally; spelling, however, cannot

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A wink can be a way of flirting or indicating that the party is only joking A nod signifies approval, while shaking the head indicates a negative reaction

Other forms of nonlinguistic language can be found in Braille (a system of raised dots read with the fingertips), signal flags, Morse code, and smoke signals Road maps and picture signs also guide, warn, and instruct people

While verbalization is the most common form of language, other systems and techniques also express human thoughts and feelings

(Source: TOEFL Reading) Question 43: Which of the following best summarizes this passage ?

A When language is a barrier, people will find other forms of communication. B Everybody uses only one form of communication

C Nonlinguistic language is invaluable to foreigners

D Although other forms of communication exist, verbalization is the fastest Question 44: The word "these" in paragraph1 refers to _

A tourists B the deaf and the mute C thoughts and feelings D sign language motions Question 45: All of the following statements are true EXCEPT _

A there are many forms of communication in existence today B verbalization is the most common form of communication C the deaf and mute use an oral form of communication D ideas and thoughts can be transmitted by body language

Question 46: Which form other than oral speech would be most commonly used among blind people? A Picture signs B Braille C Body language D Signal flags

Question 47: The word "wink" in paragraph means most nearly the same as _ A close one eye briefly B.close two eyes briefly

C bob the head up and down D shake the head from side to side

Question 48: Sign language is said to be very picturesque and exact and can be used internationally EXCEPT for

A spelling B ideas C whole words D expressions Question 49: People need to communicate in order to _

A create language barriers B keep from reading with their fingertips C be picturesque and exact D express thoughts and feelings

Question 50: What is the best title for the passage? A The Important of Sign Language

B The Many Forms of Communication C Ways of Expressing Feelings

D Picturesque Symbols of Communication

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Question 1: A together B though C worthy D ethnic Question 2: A campus B relax C locate D fashion

Question 3: A adorable B ability C impossible D entertainment Question 4: A engineer B corporate C difficult D different

Question 5: Not only the athlete but also his wife are going to the party tonight A B C D

Question 6: She was anxious about the interview because she failed three interviews before A B C D Question 7: Hardly had he entered the room than all the lights went out

A B C D ( B  when )

Question 8: I passed the test I it without your help

A would not pass B had not passed C didn't pass D wouldn't have passed Question : The more you talk about the matter,

A the situation seems the worse B the situation seems worse C the worse seems the situation D the worse the situation seems Question 10 : Tears contain an antiseptic that helps protect our eyes _ infection A from bacterial B in bacterial C bacterial D with bacterial Question 11 : By the time we got home, we were _ frozen and exhausted

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A know B know C have known D knows Question 13: What’s the point here if you don’t have anything to tell them? A getting them all come B in getting them all come C to get them all come D in getting them all to come Question 14 : I wish I _to him Now it is too late

A would listen B have listened C listened D had listened

Question 15 : Many people believe that violent computer games can have a harmful on children A affect B effect C damage D involvement

Question 16 : When students finish the secondary education, they have to take a(n) called GCSE A check B examination C interview D test

Question 17 : Remember to bring with you your school certificate and letters of from your teachers or your previous employers when you come to the interview

A assignment B invitation C recommendation D advertisement Question 18 I like spending my holidays in the mountains, my wife prefers the seaside A though B whereas C despite D in spite of

Question 19 : I _Tom with me if I had known you and he didn’t get along well with each other

A won’t bring B wouldn’t have brought C didn’t bring D hadn’t brought Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges.

Question 20: - Daisy: “ You must be Jane's sister Glad to meet you.” - Mary : “ “

A I am, either B So I am I'm glad C What you D Me too. Question 21: - A : “ _ “ ?

- B : “ About tem miles before we met him.”

A How fast did he drive B How long did he drive C How often did he drive D How far did he drive

Question 22: The activists were accused of contaminating the minds of our young people A providing healthy ideas C harming

B nurturing D keeping in the dark

Question 23: To prepare for a job interview, you should jot down your qualifications, work experience as well as some important information about yourself

A what you have experienced C your own qualities in real life B your bio data and special qualities D what you have earned through study

Question 24: Your experience with oil well fires will be invaluable to the company in cased of trouble

A valuable B precious C priceless D worthless Question 25 Ignoring the danger to himself, Freddie dived into the river to save the puppy A Neglecting B Overlooking C Watching D Noticing

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D What you might say, Sue can understand slowly

Question 27: Had Kathy studied hard, she would have passed the examination A Kathy knew that she would succeed in the examination

B But for her hard study, Kathy would have succeed in the examination C Kathy studied very hard but she did not succeed in the examination D Kathy did not study hard, so she failed.

Question 28: “When the bell rings take the meat out of the oven,” my sister said A My sister warned me against taking the meat out of the oven when the bell rang B My sister said that when the bell rang I was to take the meat out of the oven. C My sister suggested that I should take the meat out of the oven when the bell rang D My sister asked me that when the bell rang to take the meat out of the oven

Question 29: Father has been working all day He must be tired now A I’m sure that Father is tired after working all day.

B Father must work all day and tired now C I think Father was tired all day working

D Father thinks he is tired now because he has been working all day Question 30: We preserve natural resources We can use them in the future A We preserve natural resources to we can use them in the future

B We preserve natural resources in order to we can use them in the future C We preserve natural resources so as to we can use them in the future D We preserve natural resources so that we can use them in the future.

It can take a long time to become successful in your chosen field, however talented you are One thing you have to be (31) _of is that you will face criticism along the way The world is full of people who would rather say something negative than positive If you‘ve made up your (32) _ to achieve a certain goal, such as writing a novel, don’t let the negative criticism of others prevent you from reaching your target, and let the constructive criticism have a positive effect on your work If someone says you‘re totally in the (33) _ of talent, ignore them That‘s negative criticism If , however, someone advises you to revise your work and gives you a good reason for doing so, you should consider their suggestions carefully There are many film stars who were once out of work There are many famous novelists who made a complete mess of their first novel - or who didn‘t, but had to keep on approaching hundreds of publishers before they could get it (34) _ Being successful does depend on luck, to a certain extent But things are more likely to (35) _ well if you persevere and stay positive

Question 31: A alert B clever C intelligent D aware Question 32: A mind B brain C thought D idea Question 33: A absentee B shortage C lack D missing Question 34: A publish B published C publishes D to publish Question 35: A sail through B come into C deal with D turn out

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knowledge and interest nor, indeed, to education At least from the 19th century onwards, under the influence of anthropologists and sociologists, the word culture has come to be used generally both in the singular and the plural (cultures) to refer to a whole way of life of people, including their customs, laws, conventions, and values

Distinctions have consequently been drawn between primitive and advanced culture and cultures, between elite and popular culture, between popular and mass culture, and most recently between national and global cultures Distinctions have been drawn too between culture and civilization; the latter is a word derived not, like culture or agriculture, from the soil, but from the city The two words are sometimes treated as synonymous Yet this is misleading While civilization and barbarism are pitted against each other in what seems to be a perpetual behavioural pattern, the use of the word culture has been strongly influenced by conceptions of evolution in the 19th century and of development in the 20th century Cultures evolve or develop They are not static They have twists and turns Styles change So fashions There are cultural processes What, for example, the word cultured means has changed substantially since the study of classical (that is, Greek and Roman) literature, philosophy, and history ceased in the 20th century to be central to school and university education No single alternative focus emerged, although with computers has come electronic culture, affecting kinds of study, and most recently digital culture As cultures express themselves in new forms not everything gets better or morecivilized

The multiplicity of meanings attached to the word made and will make it difficult to define There is no single, unproblematic definition, although many attempts have been made to establish one The only non-problematic definitions go back to agricultural meaning (for example, cereal culture or strawberry culture) and medical meaning (for example, bacterial culture or penicillin culture) Since in anthropology and sociology we also acknowledge culture clashes, culture shock, and counter-culture, the range of reference is extremely wide

Question 36: According to the passage, the word culture _ A is related to the preparation and use of land for farming B develops from Greek and Roman literature and history C comes from a source that has not been identified D derives from the same root as civilization does

Question 37: It is stated in paragraph that a cultured person _

A has a job related to cultivation B takes care of the soil and what grows on it C has knowledge of arts, literature, and music D does a job relevant to education

Question 38: The author remarks that culture and civilization are the two words that .

A share the same word formation pattern B are both related to agriculture and cultivation C have nearly the same meaning D not develop from the same meaning Question 39: The word “static” in paragraph could best be replaced by “ ”.

A regular B balanced C unchanged D dense Question 40: It is difficult to give the definitions of the word culture EXCEPT for its A agricultural and medical meanings B historical and figurative meanings

C philosophical and historical meanings D sociological and anthropological meanings Question 41: Which of the following is NOT true about the word culture?

A It is a word that cannot be defined B Its use has been considerably changed. C It differs from the word civilization D It evolves from agriculture

Question 42: The passage mainly discusses _

A the distinction between culture and civilization B the figurative meanings of the word culture C the derivatives of the word culture D the multiplicity of meanings of the word culture

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Deciding what matters most to you is essential to making the right decision You may want to begin by assessing your likes, dislikes, strengths, and weaknesses Think about the classes, hobbies, and surroundings that you find most appealing Ask yourself questions, such as “Would you like to travel? Do you want to work with children? Are you more suited to solitary or cooperative work?” There are no right or wrong answers; only you know what is important to you Determine which job features you require, which ones you would prefer, and which ones you cannot accept Then rank them in order of importance to you

The setting of the job is one factor to take into account You may not want to sit at a desk all day If not, there are diversity occupation – building inspector, supervisor, real estate agent – that involve a great deal of time away from the office Geographical location may be a concern, and employment in some fields is concentrated in certain regions Advertising job can generally be found only in large cities On the other hand, many industries such as hospitality, law education, and retail sales are found in all regions of the country If a high salary is important to you, not judge a career by its starting wages Many jobs, such as insurance sales, offers relatively low starting salaries; however, pay substantially increases along with your experience, additional training, promotions and commission

Don’t rule out any occupation without learning more about it Some industries evoke positive or negative associations The traveling life of a flight attendant appears glamorous, while that of a plumber does not Remember that many jobs are not what they appear to be at first, and may have merits or demerits that are less obvious Flight attendants must work long, grueling hours without sleeps, whereas plumbers can be as highly paid as some doctors Another point to consider is that as you get mature, you will likely to develop new interests and skills that may point the way to new opportunities The choice you make today need not be your final one

Question 43: The word “assessing” in paragraph could best be replaced by . A discovering B considering C measuring D disposing

Question 44: According to paragraph 3, which of the following fields is NOT suitable for a person who does not want to live in a big city ?

A plumbing B law C retail sales D advertising

Question 45: Those are all the factors you should take into account when choosing a job except _ A Your likes and your dislikes B The atmosphere at work

C Geographical location D Your strengths and weaknesses Question 46: The word “that” in paragraph refers to

A occupation B the traveling life C a flight attendant D commission Question 47: It can be inferred from the paragraph that

A jobs in insurance sales are generally not well-paid.

B insurance sales people can earn high salary later in their career C people should constantly work toward the next promotion

D a starting salary should be an important consideration in choosing a career Question 48: In paragraph 4, the author suggests that

A you may want to change careers at some time in the future B as you get older, your career will probably less fulfilling C you will be at your job for a lifetime, so choose carefully. D you will probably jobless at some time in the future

Question 49: Why does the author mention “long, grueling hours without sleeps” in paragraph 4? A To emphasize the difficulty of working as a plumber

B To contrast the reality of a flight attendant’s job with most people’s perception. C To show that people must work hard for the career they have chosen

D To discourage readers from choosing a career as a flight attendant Question 50: According to the passage, which of the following is TRUE?

A To make a lot of money, you should not take a job with a low starting salary B To make lots of money, you should rule out all factory jobs

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D Your initial view of certain careers may not be accurate

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Question 1: A stationary B vacancy C paperwork D garage Question 2: A enterprise B extinct C explain D endanger

Question 3: A admit B cancel C result D improve Question 4: A report B believe C author D amaze

Question 5: If you take this job, it will be necessary to deal other departments

A B C D (to deal with) Question 6: Although the increase in airfares , most people still prefer to travel by plane

A B C D

Question 7: Hardly he had entered the office when he realized that he had forgotten his wallet A B C D

Question 8: _ today, there would be nowhere for them to stay A Were they to arrive B If they arrive

C Had they arrive D Provided they arrived

Question : A number of wildlife reserves have been established endangered species can have a chance to survive and develop

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A you will learn faster B the faster you will learn C faster you will learn D the faster will you learn Question 11: He advised me _ the facts before I made a decision …… the job A considering / to accept B consider / accepting C consider / accept D to consider / to accept Question 12: Everyone likes when they have got some success A to congratulate B to be congratulating C to be congratulated D being congratulated

Question 13: _ my mother _ my father went to the party They all stayed at home A Not only / but also B Both / and C Either / or D Neither / nor Question 14 : Hurry up! It’s time we _ for next week’s examination

A have studied B studied C had studied D will study Question 15 : Pay attention all traffic signs when you are travelling in the street A to B on C for D from

Question 16 : , he walked to the station

A Despite being tired B Although to be tired C In spite being tired D Despite tired

Question 17 : You should find a job to live _ from your parents

A dependence B independence C independent D independently

Question 18 An economic _ is a time when there is very little economic activity, which causes a lot of unemployment and poverty

A improvement B depression C development D mission Question 19 : Only by working hard your final exam

A will you pass B you will pass C did you pass D you passed

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges

Question 20 : - Tom : “ When are we leaving for the concert? ” - Kyle : “ ”

A Straight away B That’s right C Certainly D No problem Question 21: - Mai : “ Wow, I’ve never seen such a nice cell phone, Nam ”

- Nam : “ ”

A Oh, I don’t know B Thank you I’m glad you like it. C You’re welcome D I agree with you

Question 22: The gravitational forces of the sun and the moon are fundamental in causing ocean tides. A unique B essential C odd D current

Question 23: I will communicate with you as soon as I have any news.

A be interested in B get in touch C have connection D be related

Question 24: The breadfruit does well in hot and humid climates.

A arid B watery C soaked D moist

Question 25: Many California mining towns prospered until the gold ran out and prospectors moved on to new areas, leaving boom towns to become ghost towns

A thrived B assembled C declined D employed

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Question 26: They regret not doing business with you A They wish they had done business with you. B They wish they did business with you

C They wish they would business with you D They feel sorry for doing business with you

Question 27: But for their help, we couldn’t have survived the famine A If they didn’t help us, we couldn’t survive the famine

B If they hadn’t helped us, we couldn’t have survived the famine. C If only they had helped us, we could have survived the famine D We survived the famine without their help

Question 28: He is said to have taught in a famous university in England A People said that he has taught in a famous university in England B People say that he taught in a famous university in England. C People said that he taught in a famous university in England

D People said that he should have taught in a famous university in England

Question 29: People should not throw rubbish in the park People should not cut down the trees in the park

A People should neither throw rubbish nor cut down the trees in the park. B People should not neither throw rubbish nor cut down the trees in the park C People neither should neither throw rubbish nor cut down the trees in the park D People should either throw rubbish or cut down the trees in the park

Question 30: The villagers refuse to leave Their food supply is threatened A The villagers refuse to leave, so their food supply is threatened

B The villagers refuse to leave although their food supply is threatened C The villagers refuse to leave despite their threatened food supply. D The villagers refuse to leave because their food supply is threatened

Statesmen define a family as ― a group of individuals having a common dwelling and related by blood, adoption or marriage, (31) _ includes common-law relationships Most people are born into one of these groups and will live their lives as a family in such a group

Although the definition of a family may not change, (32) relationship of people to each other within the family group changes as society changes More and more wives are performing paying jobs, and, as a result, the roles of husband, wife and children are changing Today, men expect to work for pay for about 40 years of their lives, and, in today‘s marriages (33) which both spouses have paying jobs, women can expect to work for about 30 to 35 years of their lives This mean that man must learn to their share of family tasks such as caring for the children and daily household chores Children, too, especially adolescents, have to (34) _with the members of their family in sharing household tasks

The widespread acceptance of contraception has meant that having children is as matter of choice, not an automatic result of marriage Marriage itself has become a choice As alternatives (35) common-law relationships and single-parent families have become socially acceptable, women will become more independent

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Question 35: A similar to B like C such as D or else

An air pollutant is defined as a compound added directly or indirectly by humans to the atmosphere in such quantities as to affect humans, animals, vegetation, or materials adversely Air pollution requires a very flexible definition that permits continuous change When the first air pollution laws were established in England in the fourteenth century, air pollutants were limited to compounds that could be seen or smelled - a far cry from the extensive list of harmful substances known today As technology has developed and knowledge of the health aspects of various chemicals has increased, the list of air pollutants has lengthened In the future, even water vapor might be considered an air pollutant under certain conditions

Many of the more important air pollutants, such as sulfur oxides, carbon monoxide, and nitrogen oxides, are found in nature As the Earth developed, the concentration of these pollutants was altered by various chemical reactions; they became components in biogeochemical cycles These serve as an air purification scheme by allowing the compounds to move from the air to the water or soil On a global basis, nature's output of these compounds dwarfs that resulting from human activities

However, human production usually occurs in a localized area, such as a city In such a region, human output may be dominant and may temporarily overload the natural purification scheme of the cycles The result is an increased concentration of noxious chemicals in the air The concentrations at which the adverse effects appear will be greater than the concentrations that the pollutants would have in the absence of human activities The actual concentration need not be large for a substance to be a pollutant; in fact, the numerical value tells us little until we know how much of an increase this represents over the concentration that would occur naturally in the area For example, sulfur dioxide has detectable health effects at 0.08 parts per million (ppm), which is about 400 times its natural level. Carbon monoxide, however, has a natural level of 0.1 ppm and is not usually a pollutant until its level reaches about 15 ppm

Question 36: What does the passage mainly discuss? A What constitutes an air pollutant

B The economic impact of air pollution C How much harm air pollutants can cause

D The effects of compounds added to the atmosphere

Question 37: The word "adversely" in the first paragraph is closest in meaning to _.

A admittedly B quickly C considerably D negatively

Question 38: It can be inferred from the first paragraph that _ A water vapor is an air pollutant in localized areas

B the definition of air pollution will continue to change C most air pollutants today can be seen or smelled D a substance becomes an air pollutant only in cities

Question 39: The word "These" in the second paragraph is closest in meaning to _. A the components in biogeochemical cycles

B the various chemical reactions

C the pollutants from the developing Earth D the compounds moved to the water

Question 40: For which of the following reasons can natural pollutants play an important role in controlling air pollution?

A They function as part of a purification process. B They occur in greater quantities than other pollutants C They have existed since the Earth developed

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Question 41: The word "detectable" in the third paragraph is closest in meaning to _.

A beneficial B special C measurable D separable

Question 42: Which of the following is best supported by the passage ? A Human activities have been effective in reducing air pollution.

B Scientists should be consulted in order to establish uniform limits for all air pollutants

C One of the most important steps in preserving natural lands is to better enforce air pollution laws D To effectively control pollution, local government should regularly review their air pollution laws Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 43 to 50.

Learning means acquiring knowledge or developing the ability to perform new behaviors It is common to think of learning as something that takes place in school, but much of human learning occurs outside the classroom, and people continue to learn throughout their lives

Even before they enter school, young children learn to walk, to talk, and to use their hands to manipulate toys, food, and other objects They use all of their senses to learn about the sights, sounds, tastes, and smells in their environments They learn how to interact with their parents, siblings, friends, and other people important to their world When they enter school, children learn basic academic subjects such as reading, writing, and mathematics They also continue to learn a great deal outside the classroom They learn which behaviors are likely to be rewarded and which are likely to be punished They learn social skills for interacting with other children After they finish school, people must learn to adapt to the many major changes that affect their lives, such as getting married, raising children, and finding and keeping a job

Because learning continues throughout our lives and affects almost everything we do, the study of learning is important in many different fields Teachers need to understand the best ways to educate children Psychologists, social workers, criminologists, and other human-service workers need to understand how certain experiences change people’s behaviors Employers, politicians, and advertisers make use of the principles of learning to influence the behavior of workers, voters, and consumers

Learning is closely related to memory, which is the storage of information in the brain Psychologists who study memory are interested in how the brain stores knowledge, where this storage takes place, and how the brain later retrieves knowledge when we need it In contrast, psychologists who study learning are more interested in behavior and how behavior changes as a result of a person’s experiences

There are many forms of learning, ranging from simple to complex Simple forms of learning involve a single stimulus A stimulus is anything perceptible to the senses, such as a sight, sound, smell, touch, or taste In a form of learning known as classical conditioning, people learn to associate two stimuli that occur in sequence, such as lightning followed by thunder In operant conditioning, people learn by forming an association between a behavior and its consequences (reward or punishment) People and animals can also learn by observation - that is, by watching others perform behaviors More complex forms of learning include learning languages, concepts, and motor skills

(Extracted from Microsoft® Student 2009 – DVD Version) Question 43: According to the passage, which of the following is learning in broad view comprised of ?

A Knowledge acquisition and ability development B Acquisition of social and behavioural skills C Acquisition of academic knowledge

D Knowledge acquisition outside the classroom

Question 44: According to the passage, what are children NOT usually taught outside the classroom ? A interpersonal communication B life skills

C literacy and calculation D right from wrong

Question 45: Getting married, raising children, and finding and keeping a job are mentioned in paragraph as examples of

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B the situations in which people cannot teach themselves C the ways people’s lives are influenced by education D the areas of learning which affect people’s lives

Question 46: Which of the following can be inferred about the learning process from the passage ? A It becomes less challenging and complicated when people grow older

B It plays a crucial part in improving the learner’s motivation in school C It takes place more frequently in real life than in academic institutions. D It is more interesting and effective in school than that in life

Question 47 It can be inferred from the passage that social workers, employers, and politicians concern themselves with the study of learning because they need to

A change the behaviours of the objects of their interest towards learning B thoroughly understand the behaviours of the objects of their interest C make the objects of their interest more aware of the importance of learning D understand how a stimulus relates to the senses of the objects of their interest Question 48: The word “retrieves” in paragraph is closest in meaning to _

A generates B creates C recovers D gains Question 49: Which of the following statements is NOT true according to the passage?

A Psychologists studying memory are concerned with how the stored knowledge is used B Psychologists studying memory are concerned with the brain’s storage of knowledge C Psychologists are all interested in memory as much as behaviours.

D Psychologists studying learning are interested in human behaviours Question 50: The passage mainly discusses _

A application of learning principles to formal education B simple forms of learning

C practical examples of learning inside the classroom D general principles of learning

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Question 1: A renovation B enterprise C eliminate D eventually Question 2: A suited B limited C gained D needed

Question 3: A between B abroad C prepare D modern Question 4: A inspire B wealthy C protect D extinct

Question 5: Despite the increase in air fares, most people still prefer to travel by plane A B C D

Question : Our form teacher told us not talk when the teachers were explaining the lesson A B C D

Question : Not until I was on my way to the airport that I realized I had left my passport at home A B C D Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions

Question 8: Her boss fired her, made her angry

A that B this C what D which

Question 9: You _ the washing My sister could have done it for you

A needn't have done B couldn't have done C hadn't to D mustn't have done

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A living B to live C live D to living Question 11: We all believe that a happy marriage should be _ mutual love

A based on B concerned with C confided in D obliged to

Question 12: By the end of the 21st century, the first car running on the sea water . A will finish B will be finished

C will have been finished D will be finishing Question 13: Not until _ in my paper to write down my name on it

A I handed / that I remembered B I handed / did I remember

C did I hand / did I remember D did I hand / I remembered

Question 14: If Lucy's car down, she would be here right now

A wouldn't have been B hadn't broken C doesn't break D didn't break

Question 15: My mother asked me _

A which tertiary institution did I choose B which tertiary institution I choose C which tertiary institution I would choose D which tertiary institution will I choose Question 16: not to come late, the applicant set out for his job interview

A He was advised B People advised him C Advised D Advising

Question 17: According to _ people, most animal and plant species on earth will soon die out

A optimists B pessimistic C pessimists D optimistic

Question 18: In 1837 the University of Michigan became the first state university by a board of regents elected by the voters of the state

A being controlled B it was controlled C to be controlled D under the control Question 19: _I get your letter, I will reply to you at once

A By the time B As though C As soon as D Now that

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges

Question 20 : - Tom : “ Did you enjoy the movie yesterday ? ” - Kyle : “ ”

A Certainly, I'd be glad to B Yes, it is warmer than today

C Not really I couldn't follow the story. D No, I dislike moving Question 21: - Mai : "What a lovely house you have !"

- Nam: " _"

A No problem B Thank you Hope you will drop in.

C Of course not, it's not costly D I think so

Question 22: Thanks to better health care, there are more and more centenarians nowadays. A children whose parents can't afford their schooling

B children who die at birth

C people who live 100 years or more D people who suffer from fatal diseases

Question 23: These machines are older models and have to be operated by hand.

A manually B spiritually C automatically D mechanically

Question 24: It's discourteous to ask Americans questions about their age, marriage or income.

A impolite B polite C unacceptable D rude

Question 25: One of the reasons why families break up is that parents are always critical of each other.

A unaware B supportive C intolerant D tired

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Question 26: You can stay in the flat for free as long as you pay the bills A Whether you pay the bills or stay in the flat, it is free

B Without the bills paid, you can stay in the free flat C Unless the flat is free of bills, you cannot stay in it

D Provided you pay the bills, you can stay in the flat for free. Question 27: They believe a single gunman carried out the attack

A The attack’s is believed to have carried out a single gunman B A single gunman is believed to have carried out the attack C It is believed to be carried out the attack by a single gunman

D It is believed that the attack has been carried out by a single gunman Question 28:"I'm sorry I didn’t the homework." said the boy

A The boy admitted not doing the homework.

B The boy said that he was sorry and he wouldn’t the homework C The boy denied not doing the homework

D The boy refused to the homework

Question 29: The basketball team knew they lost the match They soon started to blame each other. A Hardly had the basketball team known they lost the match when they started to blame each other. B Not only did the basketball team lose the match but they blamed each other as well

C No sooner had the basketball team started to blame each other than they knew they lost the match D As soon as they blamed each other, the basketball team knew they lost the match

Question 30: He was able to finish his book It was because his wife helped him A If only he had been able to finish his book

B If it weren’t for his wife’s help, he couldn’t have finished his book C Without his wife’s help, he couldn’t have finished his book.

D But for his wife’s help, he couldn’t finish his book

Keeping your distance

Personal space is a term that refers (31) ……… the distance we like to keep between ourselves and other people When (32) ………… we not know well gets too close we usually begin to feel uncomfortable If a business colleague comes closer than 1.2 meters, the most common response is to move (33) ……… Some interesting (34) ……… have been done in libraries If strangers come too close, many people get up and leave the building; others use different methods such as turning their back on the intruder Living in cities has made people develop new skills for dealing with situations where they are very close to strangers Most people on crowded trains try not to look at strangers; they avoid skin contact, and apologize if hands touch by mistake People use newspapers (35) …… a barrier between themselves and other people, and if they not have one, they stare into the distance, making sure they are not looking into anyone’s eyes

Question 31: A from B about C to D for

Question 32: A people B anyone C someone D nobody

Question 33: A up B away C on D in

Question 34: A survey B questionnaires C research D studies

Question 35: A like B alike C as D such as

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FAMILY LIFE IN THE UNITED STATES

Family life in the United States is changing Fifty or sixty years ago, the wife was called a “housewife” She cleaned, cooked, and cared for the children The husband earned the money for the family He was usually out working all day He came home tired in the evening, so he did not much housework And he did not see the children very much, except on weekends

These days, however, more and more women work outside the home They cannot stay with the children all day They, too, come home tired in the evening They not want to spend the evening cooking dinner and cleaning up They not have time to clean the house and the laundry So who is going to the housework now? Who is going to take care of the children?

Many families solve the problem of housework by sharing it In these families, the husband and wife agree to different jobs around the house, or they take turns doing each job For example, the husband always cooks dinner and the wife always does the laundry Or the wife cooks dinner on some nights and the husband cooks dinner on other nights

Then there is the question of the children In the past, many families got help with child care from grandparents Now families usually not live near their relatives The grandparents are often too far away to help in a regular way More often, parents have to pay for child care help The help may be a babysitter or a day-care center The problem with this kind of help is the high cost It is possible only for couples with jobs that pay well

Parents may get another kind of help form the companies they work for Many companies now let people with children work part-time That way, parents can spend more time with their children Some husbands may even stop working for a while to stay with the children For these men there is a new word: they are called “househusbands” In the USA more and more men are becoming househusbands every year

These changes in the home mean changes in the family Fathers can learn to understand their children better, and the children can get to know their fathers better Husbands and wives may also find changes in their marriage They, too, may have a better understanding of each other

Question 36: Sixty years ago, most women

A were housewives B went out to work

C did not much housework D had no children

Question 37: Nowadays, there are A more work outside the home than before

B more and more women staying with the children all day C more housewives than before

D more women going out to work than before

Question 38: The word “laundry” in paragraph is closest in meaning to _

A cooking and washing up B tidying up

C washing and ironing D shopping

Question 39: It can be inferred from paragraph that .

A all couples with jobs can pay for help from a babysitter or a day-care center

B couples with low-paid jobs can’t afford the cost of a babysitter or a day-care center C in the past, grandparents did not help the couples with child care

D grandparents can help care the children in a regular way

Question 40: The word “they” in paragraph refers to _ A children who spend more time with fathers than mothers

B parents who work part-time

C husbands who stop working to stay with the children D fathers who spend more time with their children

Question 41: The changes in the American home mentioned in this passage may _

A help families B not change the children at all

C not happen D cause problems for a marriage

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A American men as househusbands B housewives in America

C how more American women are working D how family life in America is changing

Because writing has become so important in our culture, we sometimes think of it as more real than speech A little thought, however, will show why speech is primary and writing secondary to language Human beings have been writing (as far as we can tell from surviving evidence) for at least 5000 years; but they have been talking for much longer, doubtless ever since there have been human beings

When writing did develop, it was derived from and represented speech, although imperfectly Even today there are spoken languages that have no written form Furthermore, we all learn to talk well before we learn to write; any human child who is not severely handicapped physically or mentally will learn to talk: a normal human being cannot be prevented from doing so On the other hand, it takes a special effort to learn to write In the past many intelligent and useful members of society did not acquire the skill, and even today many who speak languages with writing systems never learn to read or write, while some who learn the rudiments of those skills so only imperfectly

To affirm the primacy of speech over writing is not, however, to disparage the latter One advantage writing has over speech is that it is more permanent and makes possible the records that any civilization must have Thus, if speaking makes us human, writing makes us civilized

Question 43: We sometimes think of writing as more real than speech because A writing is secondary to language

B human beings have been writing for at least 5000 years C it has become very important in our culture

D people have been writing since there have been human beings Question 44: The author of the passage argues that .

A speech is more basic to language than writing B writing has become too important in today’s society C everyone who learns to speak must learn to write D all languages should have a written form

Question 45: According to the passage, writing

A is represented perfectly by speech B represents speech, but not perfectly C developed from imperfect speech D is imperfect, but less so than speech Question 46: Normal human beings

A learn to talk after learning to write B learn to write before learning to talk C learn to write and to talk at the same time D learn to talk before learning to write Question 47: Learning to write is

A easy B too difficult C not easy D very easy

Question 48: In order to show that learning to write requires effort, the author gives the example of

A people who learn the rudiments of speech B severely handicapped children C intelligent people who couldn’t write D people who speak many languages Question 49: In the author’s judgment,

A writing has more advantages than speech B writing is more real than speech

C speech conveys ideas less accurately than writing does D speech is essential but writing has important benefits

Question 50: The word “advantage” in the last paragraph most closely means .

A “rudiments” B “skill” C “domination” D “benefit”

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