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.. TRANSPORT SOLUTIONS.[r]
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Đ Ề 11 A MULTIPLE CHOICE (8.0 points)
I Mark the latter A, B, C or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
1 A garnish B drain C tender D sprinkle
2 A garnish B dip C slice D grill
II Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions.
3 A impression B adventure C luggage D develop
4 A remember B question C accept D decide
III Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following question. 5.Computers offer a much greater degree of in the way work can be organised
A.flexible B.flexibility C.flexibly D.inflexible
6.She spoke English with a(n) that I couldn’t understand
A.accent B.stress C.intonation D.tone
7.Louis is virtually bilingual Dutch and German
A.on B.in C.for D.with
8 I can’t swim so I’m not going scuba diving with Jack A If I could swim, I will go scuba diving with Jack B Unless I can swim, I will go scuba diving with Jack
C Unless I could swim, I will not go scuba diving with Jack D If I could swim, I’d go scuba diving with Jack
9 The Titanic, people said to be unsinkable, sank on her maiden voyage
A that B on which C where D.which
10 April 1st , we play trichs on people, is known as April Fools’ Day.
A that B which C in which D when
11 Harry Hill, new series stars next week, is one of my favourite comedians
A of who B by whom C which D whose
12 While on holiday in the UK, Michael could a bit of British English
A take up B pick up C get up D come up
13 It’s a long time since I last used French My French is a bit _ now
A fluent B rusty C reasonable D good
IV Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correct in each of the followingquestions.
14 Self-learning will be facilitate by the application of technology in the school
A B C D
15 This is our new laboratory that has been quipped with many modern facilities
A B C D
16 We shouldn’t build cable car system of Son Doong Cave A B C D
V Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct response to each of the following exchanges 17.Nam:“ Which gender, you think workers harder: male or female?” Lan: “ _”
A I think it depends on individuals rather than gender B Male like high position jobs more than females C Females prefer to have a stable job
D Both males and females are responsible for childcare
18 Nam : “ Which gender spends most of the time shopping ?” Lan : “ ” A Shopping has always been my hobby
(2)C Both genders like shopping
D It depends on who keeps the money
VI Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
19 Our government has done a lot to eliminate gender inequality
A cause B remove C add D allow
20.There will still be actual classrooms where teachers and students can interact face to face
A.virtual B.online C.traditional D model
VII Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
21 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
22 His career in the illicit drug trade ended with the police raid this morning
A legal B irregular C secret D elicited
VIII Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
When you read sth in a foreign language, you frequently come across words you not
(23) understand Sometimes you(24) the meaning in a dictionary and sometimes you guess The strategy you dropt depends very much upon the (25) of accuracy you require and the time at your disposal If you are the sort of person who tends to turn to the dictionary frequently, it is
(26) remembering that every dictionary has its limitations Each definition is only an approximation and one builds up an accurate picture of the meaning of a word only after meeting it in a (27) of contexts It is also important to recognize the special dangers of dictionaries that translate from English into your native language and vice versa If you must use a dictionary, it is usually far safer to consult an English-English dictionary
In most exams you are not permitted to use a dictionary even if you are allowed to use one, it is very time-consuming to look up words, and time in exams is usually limited You are, therefore forced to guess the meaning of unfamiliar words
23 A wholly B fully C totally D completely
24 A inspect B control C examine D check
25 A extent B level C degree D range
26 A, worth B essential C valuable D vital
27 A multiple B variation C variety D diversity
IX Read the passage and answer the questions below.
“Good evening,everybody!” said the teacher, Donna “Where is everybody?” That was sort of a daily joke by Donna Usually the class started with only two or three students present, and then filled up as the minutes went by It was summer time Summer school was only eight weeks long Class attendance was always smaller than during fall and spring semesters
“I don’t know, teacher Maybe they are late or not coming,” said one student “ Maybe watching TV football tonight.”
“Is there a soccer game tonight/” It seems like there’s a soccer game every night Oh, well Lets get started,okay? We’re on page 36 in the workbook tonight we’re studying participles as adjectives Students are always confused when they learn about the present and past participles, so we will practice this a lot Tonight, we’re just going to practice the present participle
(3)The classroom was quiet Donna looked at blank faces They were confused She knew this would take a while But eventually, the faster students would grasp it, and then they would help the slower students By the end of the evening, most of the class would feel comfortable using the present participle
Donna erased the board and put some new examples on it She loved guiding her students through difficult topics like this one She always felt a little bit thrilled when the look of understanding came to their faces
28 What was Donna’s daily joke?
A Asking ‘ Where is everybody?”B Saying” Goodevening everybody!” C Asking” Am I confusing you?” D Saying “ Grammar is boring” 29 How many students were usually present when class started?
A Two or three B Three or four C A lot of students D Quite a few students
30 Which season was it?
A summer B winter C fall D spring
31 How long did summer shool last?
A weeks B two weeks C a month D.eight weeks
32 What was always smaller in the summer?
A the classroom B the lesson C class attendance D the game B WRITING (2.0 points)
X.Rewrite the following sentences using the provided word and keep meaning as that of the root one.
33 She has taught English for years-> She started 34 Although she had a lot of difficulties, she managed to buy a new house -> In spite of 35 They are going to build a new house next year.-> A new
36 Study harder or you will fail the exam.->If you don’t
XI For each question, complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the first Use the word in brackets You may need to change the word Write no more than three words.
37 I wish I had more money; I would be having a vacation in Paris
→ If I I would be having a vacation in Paris (have) 38 If I lived in the USA when I was small I would have a native-like accent
→ I would accent if I lived in the USA when I was small (American) 39 I didn’t understand what those English people were talking about
→ They were so I couldn’t understand them (dialect) 40 If you had a wider range of vocabulary, you could write better
→ Your better if you had a wider range of vocabulary (could)
Đ Ề 12 I MULTIPLE CHOICE: (8.0 points)
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 1: A originated B needed C encouraged D eliminated
Question 2: A holiday B potato C potential D promote
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 confusion B pyramid C popular D difference
(4)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: You’re a third person to ask me about the trip
A B C D
Question 6: My mother asked me did I liked my new room A B C D
Question 7: I had gone to see you if I had known that you were ill 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: They have been learning English I was eight years old A since B when C for D from Question 9:.All must complete a visa form upon arrival at Singapore airport
A tourists B departures C customers D passengers
Question 10:He up some Spanish when he was living in Mexico
A took B picked C looked D learnt
Question11:A meal of Hue people has a natural combination between flavors and colors of dishes, which creates the unique in the regional cuisine
A feature B part C description D list Question 12: If I feel hungry in the afternoon, I snacks like fresh carrots
A would have B had C will have D had had Question 13:Your doctor, advice you ought to listen to, is a clever man indeed
A who B whom C whose D which
Question 14:.Is English a (n) language in your country ?
A mother B official C living D old
Question 15: My cousin is university student
A a B an `C the D X
Question 16: Once we get to the hotel, let’s just quickly and then a bit of sightseeing A set down B make up C check in D turn up
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 17: “ I love watching Carnival in Rio de Janeiro What about you?” - “ ”
A You’re welcome B Thanks, I will C Me too D Me either
Question 18: “ Would you like to have a picnic with us on the weekend?” - “ ”
A Yes, I’d love to B.You’re welcome C Of course not D It’s my pleasure
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 19: Billy, come and give me a hand with cooking A prepare B help C attempt D be busy
Question 20 Mother Teresa devoted herself to caring for the sick and the poor
A spent B contributed C gave up D dedicated
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 21: Many people who volunteer work think they are more fortunate than others
(5)Question 22 Public service announcement is a special advertisement for the community, normally about health or safety matters
A Open B Private C Secret D Popular
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.
TRANSPORT SOLUTIONS
First of all, walking is obiviously the _ (23) means of travelling, and can be quicker in the city centre Of course, the further you have to go, the _ (24) you will become In some ways walking is healthier than travelling by bus or car, but it can be just unhealthy because cities are much more
polluted than they used (25) Cars are faster of course and more convenient, but as cities become more crowded, parking is getting harder Sometimes public transport is better, even though buses don’t go as fast as cars (26) Cars are more convenient but as they cause most pollution, it is better to avoid (27) them if possible In the city, the fastest way of travelling is on a bike, which keeps you fitter and is not so noisy as a motorbike or a car
Question 23: A fastest B cheapest C longest D farthest
Question 24: A tireder B tiredest C more tired D most tired
Question 25: A be B being C been D to be
Question 26: A B will C go D are
Question 27: A use B to use C using D used
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.
The price of holidays can fluctuate a great deal throughout the year, so you can save a lot if you are flexible with your travel dates and avoid peak holiday times It can be also cheaper if you book well in advance Before your departure, make sure you get as much information about your destination as you can Find out if you require any special visas or permits to travel there Think about spending money as well Will you be able to access your own money easily enough or will you need to take cash with you? Think about eating larger lunches and smaller evening meals to help your money go further, as lunch is generally cheaper Make sure that you keep sufficient identification with you at all times It may also help to email a copy of your passport details to yourself, in case it is lost or stolen Label your suitcases clearly so that they can be easily identified as yours It can be useful to store a copy of your itinerary in a prominent place in your suitcase so that the airline will know where to find you if your luggage gets lost Be sure to pack any medication or other essential items in your hand luggage If your flight is delayed, or your luggage is lost, these can be difficult to obtain in an airport or foreign country
28.Which can be the best title for the passage?
A.Travel procedures B.Travel advice C.How to adjust travel dates D.Protect your luggage 29.Which one of these is NOT advisable according to the passage?
A.Research your destination B.Always bring identification
C.Apply for visas if necessary D.Save money by cutting out dinner 30.According to the passage, your luggage should be _
A.stored in a safe place B.tagged in case of being lost
C.packed with your passport D.painted a bright colour
31The underlined word ‘it’ refers to your _
A.identification B.luggage C.passport D.flight
32.It can be inferred from the passage that _
A.travelling may cost more in peak season B.you must always take cash with you C.larger lunches cost more than smaller onesD.you can’t get back your lost luggage overseas II WRITING: (2.0 points)
(6)Question 33: Although I had all the necessary qualifications, they didn’t offer me the job
-> Despite Question 34 Practice speaking every day or you can't improve your English
If
you Question 35 “Do these clothes belong to you?” said Liz
Liz asked me ………
…
Question 36 I spent seven years at secondary school and then I went to university
-> Before
Combine two sentences into a new one using the given words in brackets Do not change the given words in any ways.
Question 37: The language is called Singlish People speak it in Singapore.(which)
-> Question 38: We were very tired after the trip We had to attend the meeting (Even though) -> Question 39: My friend has decided to buy a motorbike His bicycle was stolen last week.(Whose) -> Question 40: I can’t remember the answers to these questions (wish)