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(1)THE EXAMINATION ( 2010-2011 ) DE: L01 SUBJECT : ENGLISH 12 TIME ALLOTTED : 45 MINUTES Pick out the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from that of the other words: A roughs B ploughs C coughs D laughs A walked B jumped C missed D started A.July B.system C.easily D.study Pick out the word that has different stress from that of the other words A situation B appropriate C informality D entertainment A discuss B waving C airport D often Choose a, b, c, or d that best completes each unfinished sentence, substitutes the underlined part, or has a close meaning to the original one Most doctors and nurses have to work on a _ once or twice a week at the hospital a solution b night shift c household chores d special dishes 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 It is _ not to say "Thank you" when you are given something a small b rude c slight d formal To Vietnamese students, the _examination to university is very difficult a require b requirement c requiring d required 10 He has not been offered the job because he cannot meet the of the company a requirements b applicants c information d education 11 Qualifications and _ are two most important factors that help you get a good job a politeness b experience c attention d impression 12 There are several places where residents face the threat of _ every day a terrorist b terrorism c terrorize d terror 13 Emily said that her teacher _ to London _ A will go / tomorrow B went / tomorrow C would go / the next day D had gone / the next day 14 It’s the first time he _ a car A drives B drove C has driven D had driven 15 They _serving meals by the time we get to the restaurant A will stop B stopped C are stopping D will have stopped 16 If I you were sick, I would have come to visit you sooner A had known B have known C would have known D know 17 Do you remember Mr Darnell, _taught us English Literature ? A who B whom C that D which 18 The children slept well, despite A it was noise B the noise C of the noise D noisy 19 Despite the fact that , we enjoyed our trip A the weather is bad B it is a bad weather C the bad weather D the weather was bad 20 It’s no use _ you didn’t know A pretending B pretend C to pretend D pretended 21 Mary is very fond _.animals She has three cats and two dogs A about B since C of D between 22 I fell in love with him because of his kind nature A a B the C X D an 23 Sally turned her report, ? A doesn’t she B did she C hadn’t she D didn’t she 24 He got a new alarm clock he'd get up on time A although B so that C since D so 25 They are _ young _ drive the car (2) A so / that B too / to C enough / to D not only / but also 26 - “ Do you mind if I use your bike ?” - “ .” A Yes, you B Yes It’s my pleasure C No, you don’t D No, You can use it 27 -“ I’d like the blue jacket, please! Can I try it on?” _ “ _” A.Yes, you would B.Yes, you must C.Yes, certainly D.Yes, you 28 “What an attractive hair style you have got, 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 29 A: _? –B: Once a week A How often you go shopping B How much you want C Are you sure D When will you get there 30 Congratulations! You did great - _ A It’s nice of you to say so B It’s my pleasure C You’re welcome D That’s okay Error Identification 31 Mr Smiths is going to buy a new Japanese car, doesn’t it? ABCD 32 Hardly he had entered the office when he realized that he had forgotten his wallet ABCD 33 As soon as I will graduate, I’m going to return to my country ABCD 34 Every student who majors in English are ready to participate in the oratorical contest ABCD 35 The last day of the holiday will ended in disaster ABCD Choose the sentences that have the same meaning with the given ones 36 She was careless A fire broke out in the kitchen A If she were careless, a fire broke out in the kitchen B If she had been careful, a fire broke out in the kitchen C If she had been careless, a fire would have broken out in the kitchen D If she had been careful, a fire would not have broken out in the kitchen 37 "I am sorry I didn't wait for you," Mary said to John A Mary apologized for not waiting for John B Mary insisted on not waiting for John C Mary sorry for not waiting for John D Mary denied not waiting for John 38 Although she tells lies, I believe her A In spite of telling lies, I believe her B In spite her telling lies, I believe her C In spite her telling lies, I believe her D In spite of her tell lies, I believe her 39 It is believed that the man escaped in a stolen car A The man is believed to escaped in a stolen car B The man is believed to have escaped in a stolen car C The man is believed to escaped in a stolen car D They believed that the man stole the car 40 My father hasn’t smoked cigarettes for a month A It’s a month since my father last smoked cigarettes B It’s a month ago that my father smoked cigarettes C It’s a month that my father hasn’t smoked cigarettes D It’s a cigarette that my father smoked a month ago Choose the best option A, B, C or D to complete the passage Preparation is a key to a successful interview Does the idea make you feel a little (41) _? Many people find that it is the hardest part of the (42) process But it is not really true The (3) more you prepare and practice , the more comfortable you will feel You should find out as much as (43) about the company before you go to the interview Understand the products that they produce and the services that they provide It is also good to know who the customers are and who the major (4) _are Practice makes perfect It will also make you feel more confident and relaxed So , practice your answers to common questions Make a list of questions to ask , too Almost all interviewers will ask if you have questions This is a great opportunity for you to show keenness, (45) _and knowledge 41 A worry B nervous C frightening D confused 42 A employment B employed C employing D employable 43 A possible B impossible C long D well 44 A counterpartsB clerks C acquaintances D competitors 45 A enthusiasm B qualifications C desire D opportunity Read the passage and choose the best answer Throughout the United States, the number of places where people are allowed to smoke has gradually become smaller and smaller First, it was banned on trains, buses and planes, then in public places such as theatres and airports Now you can’t smoke in any workplace Nonsmokers are definitely winning the battle “ Why should we breathe their smoke ?”, they say If they are lucky, smokers can still find some bars and restaurants where they can light up a cigarette, but it may soon be banned there , too Anti-smoking groups even think that smoking ought to be banned in people’s homes Under new plans you won’t be able to smoke where there are more than ten visitors in a week, or where there are children In 1996, nicotine was classed as drug, like cocaine or heroin In the country that gave tobacco to the world, smoking might one day be illegal 41 Now you can smoke _ but in the future you can’t a on trains b in theatres c on planes d in bars 42 “ Why should we breathe their smoke?” The word “their” in this sentence means: a smokers’ b other people’s c nonsmokers’ d visitors’ 43 Which of the following sentences is true according to the passage? a The number of smokers has become smaller b You can smoke in some bars and restaurants c You can smoke in your office d There are more places for people who want to smoke 44 “ Nonsmokers are winning the battle” means: a There are more nonsmokers b There are more smokers c There are fewer places where people can smoke d There are more places where people can smoke 45 In the future, smoking in may soon be banned a bars and restaurants b the country that gave tobacco to the world c large family’s homes d all of these places TEST Choose the one word or phrase that best completes the sentences 1) That's the coffee bar I usually meet my friends A) for which B) where C) which D) in that 2) Jane : " Do you want any help?" - Peter : " ." A) Not at all B) I hope not C) No, thanks It's all right D) Yes , That's right 3) Thien : " My first English test was not as good as I expected " - Thomas : " " A) Good Heavens! B) Never mind , better job next time! C) That's brilliant enough! D) It's okay Don't worry 4) Don't worry I'll you a hand with the washing up A) give B) borrow C) return D) take 5) Non-verbal such as waving , nodding or shaking of the head also have cultural meanings A) signs B) marks C) opinion D) signals (4) 6) The economy substantial changes thanks to the open policy A) has undergone B) has developed C) have experienced D) has promoted 7) In Vietnam , children start school at the age of and school at the age of 18 A) go to B) stop C) end D) leave 8) Our Party and Government continue to reaffirm their strong to DOI MOI policy A) achievement B) commitment C) measure D) introduction 9) Someone knocked on the door while I a bath A) was having B) had C) is having D) has 10) The building , by the storm , has to be torn down A) which badly damaged B) was badly damaged C).badly damaged D) that was badly damaging 11) I wish I shared his , but I really don't think this will work A) pessimism B) optimism C) survival D) depression 12) You shouldn't wear casual clothes to an interview A) untidy B) formal C) informal D) elegant 13) When we arrived at the meeting , the first speaker and the audiences A) was finishing/ had clapped D) had just finished / were clapping B) has just finished / were clapping C) finished / had clapped 14) My little brother is very collecting sea shells A) keen in B) fond for C) keen on D) interested of 15) my father did not hold a well-paying job , he enjoyed his job a lot A) However B) Although C) But D) In spite of 16) his poor condition , Jim tried to study well A) Although B) In spite of C) Because D) But 17) She going for a picnic at the weekend A) promised B) advised C) denied D) suggested 18) People that money is everything often become slaves to it A) whose believed B) that believing C) whom believe D) who believe 19) You can choose to get a job when you have finished the part of your education A) secondary B) compulsory C) primary D) school 20) He offered to take her home , she didn't want to A) Although B) and C) therefore D) but 21) DOI MOI or Renovation in Vietnam in 1986 A) is initiated B) had initiated C) was initiated D) initiated 22) She asked me my work on the project A) whether I finished B) if I had finished C) I had finished D).If I have finished 23) Who .to on the phone when we came into the room? A) did you talk B) have you been talking C) had you talked D) were you talking 24) It took Vietnam eleven years A) to get access to WTO and become its 150th member B) getting access to WTO and become its 150th member C) getting access to WTO and becoming its 150th member D) getting access to WTO and to become its 150th member 25) A school year is often divided two semesters A) for B) in C) with D) into 26) If I had noticed him , I hello A) would have said B) would say C) had said D) will say 27) They wanted to know in the area A) how long would he stay B) If he would stay how long C) how long he will stay D) how long he would stay 28) We haven't seen our uncle for three years A We first met our uncle three years ago (5) B The last time we met our uncle was three years ago C We never saw my uncle three years ago D Three years is a long time for us to see our uncle 29) This is the first time they've been to England A They have never been to England before B They went to England once C They haven't been to England so far D They've been to England many times 30) 'When will the final exam be taken?' Bill wanted to know…………… A When will the final exam be taken B When the final exam will be taken C When would the final exam be taken D When the final exam would be taken Choose the letter A,B,C, or D to show the underlined part of each sentence that needs correction 31) The National Curriculum is setting by the Government and must be followed in all states schools ABCD 32) Her last book is published in 20 languages many years ago ABCD 33) Dinosaurs became extinct millions of years ago because of the earth’s climate changed ABC drastically D 34) Many charity organizations have brought food supplies and clothes to flood- effecting ABC areas in the Mekong Delta D 35) I have no confidence enough to participate in the English – speaking competition ABCD Choose the best option A, B, C or D to complete the passage All members of the family have accepted the daily tasks of housekeeping These duties are not intended as a punishment They are (36) to the happiness and well-being of the family (37) family member has agreed to cheerfully contribute to the welfare of the family by working together as a team to get these chores (38) .quickly every day We have a separate checklist for each day of the week Each list is slightly different Each person will have a number assigned to him for the day He will complete all corresponding items (39) the checklist, starting at the top, and complete them in sequence We will cheerfully work together on each room (40) .the checklist for that room is done, then move on to the next room Any disputes over the completion of a chore will be settled by Mom or Dad 36) A needed B contrary C important D close 37) A Each B all C Some D No 38) A made B solved C done D left 39) A from B by C on D in 40) A until B as soon as C after D by the time Read the passage and choose the best answer When you apply for a job, one of the most important things is job interview In order to make a good impression during a job interview, you need to prepare yourself for the interview carefully Punctuation is very necessary You should arrive in plenty of time so that you have a little of time to relax and keep calm before the interview You should be well—dressed Do not wear a skirt which is too short or jeans You also need to plan what you are going to say You have to answer a lot of questions about your education and experience You may be asked many things about yourself and especially about the reason why you decide to apply for the job You can ask the interviewer about the salary you expect, the position you are applying and the duties you have to in the job You also must try to find out as much as possible about the company you want to work for (6) 41) When you apply for a job A job interview is not important B don't make any good impression C preparation is not necessary D interview is important for you to prepare 42) What about punctuation? A Being late is all right B You should arrive early enough to relax C Punctuation is not important D If you are late the interviewer will wait 43) What about clothes? A You can wear whatever you like B You should be well dressed C Jeans are suggested D short skirt makes you more attractive 44) You may be asked about A your study B the reason why you are interested in the job C your experience D All are correct 45) You can ask the interviewer about A the salary, position and duties B the salary, position and his age C the salary and the interviewer's education D the salary, the interviewer's family and his duties Choose the word with the different pronunciation of the underlined part 46) A although B threat C throw D thrill 47) A called B played C admired D liked 48) A pollute B consume C nuclear D fuel Choose the word with the different stress pattern 49) A conical B determine C contractual D supportive 50) A physical B mischievous C suitable D romantic TEST3 I / PHONETICS : A- Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently a manufacture b future c nursery d secure a weather b thank c though d clothes a looked b hoped c prevented d washed B – Choose the word whose stressed syllable is different from that of the others a answer b refuse c begin d enjoy a conception b community c economical d discover II / VOCABULARY AND GRAMMAR : Choose the best option At school he not only had a good ………… record but also excelled at sports a knowledge b academic c intellectual d education In our country , many women still have to …………more in marriage than men a determine b equalize c apologize d sacrifice I think your hair needs …………… It’s too long a to cut b cutting c to be cutting d being cut This is an application letter , so you must write it in a/ an ………… way a formal b informal c casual d especial 10 Gestures and facial expressions are called …………….form of communication a social b verbal c non-verbal c informal 11 The government made serious attempts to raise the living ………… of the people a standard b cost c level d price 12 Major new investments are aimed at reviving the ………… economy of the country a developed b stagnant c inefficient d ruin 13 Come and see me as soon as you ……………….your report a finishes b are finishing c will finish d have finished 14 Do you remember Mr Phung , ………….taught us Literature ? a that b who c which d A & B are correct 15 Children are required to be in full-time education …………… the age of and 16 a at b from c between d by 16 She said she that film several years before a had seen b has seen c saw d would see (7) 17 The students in this class were made very hard a learn b to learn c learning d having learnt 18 I couldn't find Jo at the party last night If I him, we'd have been happy a meet b met c have met d had met 19 When I met John, he from his university already a graduated b was graduating c has graduated d had graduated 20 He got an excellent grade in his examination the fact that he had not worked particularly hard a on account of b because of c in spite of d Although III / READING : A - Read the passage and choose the best answer to complete each sentence Choosing the right career may be hard Many people who graduate from school or college not know what to with their lives , and get a job without really thinking about it For some , things work out fine , but others often find themselves stuck in a job that they hate Your working life lasts an average of forty years , so it is important to find a job you like and feel enthusiastic about Luckily , there are many ways you can get help to this The Australian website , WWW.careeronline.com , compares choosing a career with going to the movies Before you see a movie , you find out what films are being shown The site suggests you should the same with your career – find out what jobs are available and what your opinions are Next , decide which movie you like best ; if you are not a romantic person , you won’t want to see a love story In other words , with your career , you should decide which job will suit your personality Finally , decide how to get movie tickets , and find out where the theater is before you go With your career , you need to find information about where you can work , how much you will earn , and how to get a job in that profession 16 According to the passage , deciding on the right profession can be ………… a easy b simple c challenging d quick 17 If a person starts working at the age of 20 , he will probably not retire until he is … a 40 b 50 c 60 d 70 18 Which of the following advice is not given by www.careeronline.com for getting the right job ? a Find out what job choices you have b Decide which job is best for your personality c Get information about when the job starts d How much can you earn 19 Through the passage , the writer wants to advise us ……………… a to love the job that we are doing b to give up the job that we don’t like c to apply for as many jobs as possible d to think it over carefully before choosing a job B – Choose the answer that best fits each space to complete the following passage If you want to ………(20) university , you must pass examinations that most students ……… (21) at the age of 18 ( called A level ) Most students take three “A” levels and they must well ….… (22) to obtain a place at university because the places are …………(23) At the moment , approximately 30% of young people go to university in Britain If you get a place at university , the ………(24) is free , and some students also get a grant Most university courses last or years ; some one or two courses ,e.g Medicine may be even longer Students at university are called ……….(25) while they are studying for their first degree 20 a go b come c enter d apply 21 a take b get c sit d pass 22 a so that b so as c in order d B & C are correct 23 a small b few c limited d abundant 24 a fare b cost c pay d tuition 25 a undergraduates b graduates c colleagues d freshers IV / TRANSFORMATION : 26 “ I’ll come and see you tomorrow ,” Tom said to me a Tom said that he would come and see me tomorrow (8) b Tom promised that he would come and see me the following day c Tom promised to come and help me the following day d B and C are correct 27 Men can’t fly because they don’t have wings a If men have wings , they will fly b If men could fly , they would have wings c Men couldn’t fly unless they had wings d Men could fly if they had wings 28 People have translated this book into many languages a This book have translated into many languages b This book has been translate by people into many languages c This book was translated into many languages d This book has been translated into many languages 29 It rained a lot but we enjoyed our vacation a We enjoyed our vacation although it rained a lot b Although we enjoyed our vacation , it rained a lot c In spite of raining a lot , we enjoyed our vacation d A and C are correct 30 Romeo and Juliet is a famous play Shakespeare wrote it in 1605 a Romeo and Juliet is a famous play written by Shakespeare in 1605 b Romeo and Juliet , which is a famous play , was written by Shakespeare in 1605 c Romeo and Juliet is a famous play which was written by Shakespeare in 1605 d All are correct VI / ERROR IDENTIFICATION : Choose the underlined part that needs correcting 36 I have phoned you twice yesterday but I got no answers Where did you go ? ABCD 37 We prefer to watch a live concert to listening to music on the radio ABCD 38 Seeing from a distance , Ngu Binh looks like a screen protecting Hue ABCD 39 In spite of we had planned everything carefully , a lot of things went wrong ABCD 40 In the past , students were made sit still for hours and memorize all sorts of things ABCD TEST I / PHONETICS : A- Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently A walked B jumped C missed D started A bats B speaks C deaths D nurses A child B chair C chef D chores B – Choose the word whose stressed syllable is different from that of the others A solution B mischievous C family D leftovers A priority B diversity C variety D generation Choose a, b, c, or d that best completes each unfinished sentence, substitutes the underlined part, or has a close meaning to the original one My Dad is always willing to give a hand …… cleaning the house A with B of C about D in In Vietnam, we never give glasses to a bride and a …on their wedding because it means separation A gloom B groom C broom D troop Qualifications and ………… are two most important factors that help you get a good job A politeness B experience C attention D impression After a decade of economic liberalization, Vietnam has seen a dramatic rise in living in urban areas A surface B standards C level D backgrounds 10 Someone who is is hopeful about the future or the success of something in particular (9) A powerful B optimistic 11 I could not eat I was very hungry A even though B in spite 12 C stagnant D pessimistic C despite D in spite the fact that In spite , the baseball game was not cancelled A the rain B of the rain C it was raining D there was a rain 13 While I am waiting my bus, I often listen music A on / at B for / to C toward / about D upon / in 14 Mrs Smith, is a retired teacher, does volunteer work at the hospital A she B who C as D that 15 If I had gone to the party last night, I ……… tired now A am B were C would be D would have been 16 …………you better work than this, you won’t pass the exam A Although B If C Unless D When 17 He asked _ him some money A her to lend B she to lend C she has lent D she lends 18 Martin asked me _ A how is my father B how my father is C how was my father D how my father was 19 _you go to the dentist? A How often are B How often does C How often D How are 20 Neil Amstrong was the first person ……….foot on the moon A set B setting C to set D who was set 21 _ nonverbal language is _ important aspect of interpersonal communication a The / Ø b A / the c The / a d Ø / an 22 Tommy left high school _ the age _ seventeen a at / of b in / for c on / with d of / in 23 Either you or your friend _ on charge today a are b is c was d were 24 You are old enough I think it is high time you applied _ a job a in b of c for d upon 25 They held a party to congratulate _ their son's success to become an engineer a with b on c for d about 26 The lesson _ for me to understand A is very difficult B too difficult C difficult too D is too difficult 27 She is _ kind that everybody loves her A such B such a C so D so a 28 She hasn't got _ to buy a car A enough money B money enough C so many money D so much money 29 It was _ a boring speech that I felt asleep A such B so C very D too 30 Peter doesn't like scuba-diving _ does his brother A Too B Neither C Either D So 31 Someone knocked on the door during my lunchtime A I had lunch when someone knocked on the door B When I had had lunch, someone knocked on the door C I was having lunch when someone was knocking on the door D I was having lunch when someone knocked on the door 32 Although she is intelligent, she doesn’t well at school A In spite of her intelligence, she doesn’t well at school B Despite being intelligent, but she doesn’t well at school C Even though her intelligent, but she doesn’t well at school D In spite the fact that she intelligent, but she doesn’t well at school 33 When did you begin to work here? A.How long did you work here? B.How long did you begin working here? (10) C.How long are you working here? D.How long have you been working here? 34 ”Let’s stay here until the storm has passed!”, someone said A.Someone said that let them stay there until storm had passed B.Someone told me to stay there until the storm has passed C.Someone suggested staying there until the storm had passed D.Someone asked whether we stayed there until the storm has passed 35 People believe that there will be severe earthquakes and tidal waves next year A.It is believed that severe earthquakes and tidal waves will have happened next year B.It is our belief that their will be severe earthquakes and tidal waves next year C.It is believed that there will be severe earthquakes and tidal waves next year D.Our belief is that there will be severe earthquakes and tidal waves next year ERROR IDENTIFICATION : Choose the underlined part that needs correcting 36 As soon as I will graduate, I’m going to return to my country ABCD 37 As they grow older, children in many cultures taught not to rely on their parents ABCD 38 If my father hasn't encouraged me to take the exam, I wouldn't have done it ABCD 39 Although his poor health, Mr Brown still works hard to support his family ABCD 40 Had you told me that this was going to happen, I would never believe it ABCD Choose the answer that best fits each space to complete the following passage When my parents married, they rented a small house and they didn’t have a lot of money for furniture The kitchen had a sink for washing up and a cooker, but that was all of the things they had They (41) _ an old table and chair from the market They borrowed a sofa which was (42) old, but they covered it with modern materials so it was bright and cheerful Outside, there was a small garden (43) _ the house, but in front of it there was only the road Luckily the road wasn’t busy, so I could cross it to reach the park on the opposite side We lived there (44) I was ten and we were very happy We had to move house because it was too small when my twin sisters were born We all (45) _ sad when we left 41 A bought B sold C became D brought 42 A more B also C even D little 43 A before B through C by D behind 44 A when B after C until D to 45 A spent B thought C had D felt Read the passage carefully and choose the correct answer University Entrance Examination is very important in Vietnamese students High school graduates have to take it and get high results to be admitted to universities The pressure on the candidates remains very high despite the measures that have been taken to reduce the heat around these exams, since securing a place in a state university is considered a major step towards a successful career for young people, especially those from rural areas or disadvantaged families In the year 2004, it was estimated that nearly million Vietnamese students took the University Entrance Examination, but on average only out of candidates succeeded Normally, candidates take exam subjects, and each lasts; 180 minutes for the fixed group of subjects they choose There are fixed groups of subjects: Group A: Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry; Group B: Mathematics, Biology, and Chemistry; Group C: Literature, History, and Geography; Group D: Literature, Foreign Language, and Mathematics In addition to universities, there are community colleges, art and technology institutes; professional secondary schools, and vocational schools which offer degrees or certificates from a-few-month to 2-year courses According to Vietnam's Ministry of Education and Training, there are currently 23 non-public universities, accounting for 11% of the total number of universities These non-public universities are currently training 119,464 students, or 11.7% of the total number of students The government is planning to increase the number of non-public universities to 30% by 2007 (11) 46 University Entrance Examination in Vietnamese is very _ a interesting b stressful c free d easy 47 The word those refers to _ a exam subjects b young people c universities d examinations 48 In 2004, the proportion of the students who got success in University Entrance Examination was about _ percent a b 10 c 20 d 50 49 Which sentence refers to the University Entrance Examination in Vietnam? a Students find it easy to get success in the University Entrance Examination b Math is compulsory in the University Entrance Examination c Students are not allowed to choose their exam subjects d There are four fixed groups of exam subjects for students to choose 50 According to the passage, _ a the Vietnamese government will close all non-public universities by next year b the Vietnamese government does not appreciate non-public universities c the Vietnamese government encourages the establishing of non-public universities d Vietnamese students have no alternative to continue their higher study besides universities TEST I / PHONETICS : I Chọn từ có dấu trọng âm rơi vào âm tiết có vị trí khác với các từ còn lại: A secret B confide C attract D discuss A suitable B together C supportive D solution II Chọn từ mà phần gạch có cách phát âm khác với các từ còn lại: A liked B bothered C swallowed D earned A bats B speaks C photographs D days A helped B missed C knocked D decided III.Khoanh tròn câu trả lời đúng số A, B, C D để điền vào chỗ troáng Amanda left the job because they asked her to work on a night _ very often A time B shift C period D moment The _ that our family members share closely is watching films A concern B interest C pleasure D entertainment My mother the responsibility for running the household A holds B takes C runs D bears We started working here three years ago A We worked here for three years B We have no longer worked here for three years C We have worked here for three years D We will work here in three years 10 My mother this picture for a week and she it A has painted / doesn’t finish B has painted / hasn’t finished C painted / didn’t finish D painted / hasn’t finished 11 The sun _ the biggest planet in the solar system A has been B will be C is D was 12 Charles is a gifted footballer, but up to now he well in the international matches A doesn’t play B didn’t play C hasn’t play D wasn’t playing 13 Before I went to university, I as a carpenter for about five years A worked B used to work C has worked D had worked 14 Fortunately, I recognized him at the _, so I left the table and stopped him on time A instant B time C shift D distance 15 Any from teachers to students’ progress will make them feel more confident A admiration B support C compliment D respect 16 After the recent scandal, the president is expected to the thing and resign from his position A precious B kindness C decent D formal 17 _ marriage is believed by Asian parents and they don’t let their children (12) A contractual B approval C commercial D proposal 18 Mr Green …… a color television set already A buy B buys C has bought D have bought 19 She said to us “Don’t be late again” A She said to us not to be late again B She told us to be not late again C She told to us not to be late again D She told us not to be late again 20 To attract someone’s attention so that we may speak to that person, we can use either verbal or _ form of communication A signal B waving C non-verbal D hand 21 A survey conducted among American, Chinese, and Indian to determine their attitudes toward love shows that young Asian are not as _ as their American counterparts A romantic B confiding C beautiful D loyal 22 The sentence Thuan said: “It has been very successful.” Can be reported as: …… A Thuan said: it had been very successful B Thuan said it had been very successful C Thuan said it has been very successful D It had been very successful, Thuan said 23 The earth _ round A be B is C was D had been 24 We Dorothy since last Saturday A don’t see B haven’t seen C didn’t see D hadn’t seen 25 When I her on the street yesterday, she _ a rosy skirt A was seeing / wore B saw / wore C saw / was wearing D saw / wearing 26 The farmer said, “I didn’t see her.” -> The farmer said _ her A he had seen B I hadn’t seen C she didn’t see D he hadn’t seen 27 Lan: Your dress is so nice, Hoa Hoa: _ A No, you are so kind B Do you like it? C Thanks I’ve just bought it D Not at all 28 Nam: Shall we go out for lunch? Tung: A: Yes, we shall B No, we shall not C It’s a good idea D A and B are correct 29 While Mary washed up, she broke a cup ABCD 30 Lan said that she would visit me tomorrow ABCD 31 When the film started, I already arrived ten minutes before ABCB IV COMPREHENSION READING Read the following passage Choose one best answer (A, B, C or D) Many people think that we can learn a lot about the culture of a foreign country simply by living in that country However, this is not necessarily true Often, the longer we stay in a foreign country, the more we realized how little we actually know about the culture of that country Books and talks about other people’s culture can even be dangerous because they concentrate on cultural differences and exaggerate national character, and sometimes a lot of information they contain is untrue In a study recently carried out in Britain, people were asked to make a list of anything that they thought was typical of Britain and would interest a foreign visitor there Most mentioned Shakespeare, the Queen, village inns, English folk dancing, English castles, and fish chips wrapped in newspaper Although all of these characters can be found in British culture, they not show the real interest of ordinary British people: (They are, in fact, simply stereotype – that is, general character which people wrongly think are typical.)What are surprising is that they were suggested (13) by British people themselves as representing their culture If people have such a wrong impression of their own culture, how much false would their impression of other culture be! 32 If we stay a long time in a foreign country, _ A we will sometimes forget about culture of our own country B we can often learn a lot about the culture of the foreign country C we usually realize our own ignorance about its culture D we can seldom find out anything at all about its culture 33 It is hard to learn about a country’s culture from books because such books A concentrate on the dangers of the foreign culture B exaggerate national character C take no notice of culture difference D contain little information about future 34 When asked about their own culture, many British people A argued they knew little about British culture B said they themselves were not typical of British people C gave incorrect answers D were surprised by the question asked 35 It is easy to _ A know a lot about your own country’s culture B know the culture of other countries C give exact information about your own country D describe stereotype of your country V Đọc đoạn văn sau và trả lời câu hỏi: Men (36) lazy in the home, according to an official survey published today They have about six hours’ a week more free time than (37) , but play very little part in cooking, cleaning, washing, and ironing, (38) the Social Trends Survey by the Central Statistical Office Nearly three quarters of married women claimed to all or most of the (39) , and among married men the proportion who admitted that their wives did all or most of the housework was only slightly lower The survey showed that washing and ironing was the least popular task among men, with only one per cent performing this duty, compared with 89 per cent of women, and 10 per cent sharing equally Only per cent of men prepare the evening meal, per cent carry out household cleaning duties, per cent household shopping, and 17 per cent wash the evening dishes But when household gadgets break down, repairs are carried out by 82 per cent of husbands The survey says that, despite our economic problems, the majority of Britons are substantially better (40) a decade ago We’re healthier, too – eating healthier foods and smoking less The average Briton, not surprisingly, is more widely traveled than a decade ago More people are going abroad for holidays, with Spain the favorite destination 36 A are B is C be D being 37 A husbands B wives C girls D housewives 38 A according B seeing C because D when 39 A houses B work C problems D housework 40 A to B with C than D for TEST Choose the word which has the underlined part pronounced differently from the rest a share b rare c are d declare a cooks b loves c joins d spends a advises b raises c devises d goes a teacher b children c chore d school a hurry b under c pressure d rush Choose a, b, c, or d that best completes each unfinished sentence, substitutes the underlined part, or has a close meaning to the original one He has been very interested in doing research on _ since he was at high school a biology b biological c biologist d biologically Are you sure that boys are more _ than girls? (14) a act b active c action d activity It is generally believed that "Men make _ house and women make home" a Ø / Ø b a / an c the / the d an / the Most doctors and nurses have to work on a _ once or twice a week at the hospital a solution b night shift c household chores d special dishes 10 Billy, come and give me a hand with cooking a help b prepared c be busy d attempt 11 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 12 All parents are _ to at least try to behave in ways that will give their own children an important protection a decided b supposed c followed d rejected 13 After all, she _ him since her childhood a knows b knew c was knowing d had known 14 I have never seen such a beautiful dress _ you before a of b on c for d in 15 What _ when the fire alarm _ off? a are you doing / will go b have you done / would go c were you doing / went d will you / are going 16 _ you send this wedding card to Peter, please? a Will b Are c Did d Had 17 John asked me _ in English a what does this word mean b what that word means c what did this word mean d what that word meant 18 The mother told her son _ so impolitely a not behave b not to behave c not behaving d did not behave 19 It is _ not to say "Thank you" when you are given something a small b rude c slight d formal 20 A/an _ is an official document stating that you have passed an examination, completed a course, or achieved some necessary qualifications a certificate b requirement c education d test 21 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 22 More than ten victims _ missing in the storm last week a are reported to be b are reported to have been c are reporting to have been d are reporting to be 23 You are not allowed to use the club's facilities _ you are a member a unless b if c provided d supposed 24 If she _ the train last night, she here now a took / were b were taking / is c had taken / would have been d had taken / would be 25 _ ? I’m a teacher A What’s his job B What’s her job 26 C What’s your job D What’s David’s job 27 “What’s your hobby, Hoa?” A Well, I like collecting stamps B Oh, with computers C Well, I want stamps D Oh, on the phone 28 Jill failed in the final examination last term _ A Really? B Sorry to hear that C What is wrong D I can’t believe 29 “ Could you tell me the way to the bus stop ?” _ A Go ahead then turn right B Thanks C It’s OK D by bus 30 “ You look nice in that red shirt.” - “ ………………………” A It’s nice of you to say so B Am I ?Thanks C Oh, poor me D I am interesting to hear that 31 - “ Can I get you anything?” (15) - “ …………a pen and a piece of paper, please.” A I like B I’ll like C I’d like D I’m liking ERROR IDENTIFICATION : Choose the underlined part that needs correcting 32 When I am a child, I used to ride a tricycle to school ABCD 33 I had my motorbike repair yesterday but now it still doesn’t work ABCD 34 The Nelsons asked us look over their plants for them while they were away on vacation ABCD 35 Mr Smiths is going to buy a new Japanese car, doesn’t it? ABCD 36 They asked me what had happened last night, but I was unable to tell them ABCD Choose the sentences that have the same meaning with the given ones 37 I have never listened to jazz music before A.This is the first time I listened to jazz music B.This is the first jazz music I listen to C.This is the first time I have listened to jazz music D.This is the first time I listen to jazz music 38 ” You damage my laptop, Mike,” said Sylvia A.Sylvia said Mike has damaged her laptop B.Sylvia told Mike to damage her laptop C.Sylvia threatened Mike to damage her laptop D.Sylvia accused Mike of damaging her laptop 39 ”I’m sorry I forgot your birthday”, Harry told Mary A.Harry said sorry to Mary for forgetting her birthday B.Harry felt sorry to forget Mary’s birthday C.Harry apologized Mary for having forgotten her birthday D.Harry really felt a pity not to remember Mary’s birthday 40 ”I’ll give you $500 to keep your mouth shut”, he said .Police reported that a man had been helping them with their inquiries A.A man was reported to help police with their inquiries B.A man was reported to have been helping police with their inquiries C.It is reported that a man had been helping them with their inquiries D.It has been reported that a man had been helping them with their inquiries 41 They are watering the flowers A.They need some water and flowers B.There is some water on the flowers C.The flowers are being watered D.They are putting the flowers in warter Fill in each numbered blank with one suitable word or phrase The General Certificate of Secondary Education or the GCSE examinations for (41) _ are the standard school-leaver qualifications taken by (42) _ all UK students in the May and June following their 16th birthday If you come to a UK (43) _ school before you (44) _ the age of 16, you will study towards GCSE examinations in up to 12 subjects Some subjects are compulsory, including English arid mathematics, and you can select (45) _, such as music, drama, geography and history from a series of options GCSEs provide a good all-round education that you can build on at college and eventually at university 42 a short b long c big d long 43 a similarly b fortunately c approximately d virtually 44 a dependence b independence c independent d independently 45 a reach b come c approach d go 46 a other b each other c another d others Read the passage carefully and choose the correct answer Traditions, saying, beliefs, language, and values are just a few things that make up our culture Culture is the framework in which families are structured It shapes our expectations and ideals Culture plays a part in the meaning of marriage and our roles as husbands, wives, children and parents Understanding cultural differences and similarities related to marriage is important Culture affects the roles that spouses take within marriages, the age at marriage and number of children a couple (16) have, the meaning of divorce, cohabitation and non-marital childbearing, and the way parents raise children Understanding how relationships and marriages vary across cultural contexts, and how they are similar, we will be able to identify the unique ways that marriages and family life affect people of various cultures As a result, we will be able to help families and sustain happy marriages A cross cultural marriage or similar love relationship can be extremely exciting The cultural background, visits to the other country, the language of the country and learning to speak it, the different habits and ways of doing and saying things that people from other cultures have, are all very exciting indeed What of the disadvantages of a cross cultural marriage or love relationship with someone from another country or cultural background? No matter how much you love your husband or wife, no matter how high your level of cross cultural awareness, cross cultural communication and respect for differences Misunderstanding seems to be unavoidable 47 The passage is about _ a the effects of cultures on love and marriage b the definition of culture c the role of spouses in the family d cultural differences 48 The word It refers to _ a culture b family c framework d structure 49 According to the writer, cross-cultural marriage _ a does not have advantages b does not have disadvantages c have both advantages and disadvantages d does not exist through time 50 According to the passage, which of the following is not affected by culture? a The age to get married b Child-raising c How much spouses love each other d The roles of spouses 51 In cross-cultural marriage, _ may happen a divorce b quarrel c misunderstanding d separation TEST A: PHONETICS Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the others 1) A) through B) other C) everything D) thanks 2) A) facial B) communicate C) contact D) carpet 3) A) sometimes B) gestures C) interests D) examples Choose the word whose stressed syllable is different from that of the others 4) A) recently B) facial C) tomorrow D) confidence 5) A) carpet B) visit C) summer D) include B: VOCABULARY AND GRAMMAR 6) You are old enough to take _ for what you have A) responsibility B) irresponsible C) responsible D) responsibly 7) The boy waved his hands to his mother, who was standing at the school gate, to _ her attention A) follow B) pull C) tempt D) attract 8) In the UK, _ schools refer to government-funded schools which provide education free of charge to pupils A) independent B) secondary C) dependent D) state 9) A woman can never have a happy married life without _ her husband A) trusting B) determining C) demanding D) agreeing 10) Body language is a potent form of _ communication A) non-verbal B) oral C) tongue D) verbal 11) I am flying to the States tonight I you a ring if I can find a phone A) will give B) would give C) have given D) could give 12) Sam _ to change a light bulb when he _ and _ A) has tried / slips / falls B) had been trying / slipped/ fell C) tried / was slipping / falling D) was trying / slipped / fell 13) I _ there once a long time ago and _ back since A) have gone / was B) go / am not (17) C) went / have not been D) was going / had not been 14) You are not allowed to use the club's facilities _ you are a member A) provided B) unless C) supposed D) if 15) The refreshments _ by Karen A) are preparing B) are going to be prepared C) are going to prepare D) are being prepare 16) _ instructed me how to make a good preparation for a job interview A) John Robbins to that I spoke by telephone B) John Robbins who I spoke by telephone C) John Robbins, that I spoke to by telephone, D) John Robbins, whom I spoke to by telephone, 17) The teacher told Joe _ A) stop talking B) stops talking C) stopped talking D) to stop talking 18) _ _ , he walked to the station A) In spite being tired B) Despite being tired C) Although to be tired D) Despite tired 19) Yesterday, I _ for work late because I _ to set my alarm A) was leaving / was forgetting B) had been leaving / would forget C) had left / forgot D) left / had forgot 20) _ they are brothers, they not look like A) Even B) Although C) In spite of D) Despite 21) He is the man _ car was stolen last week A) that B) whom C) who D) whose 22) The preparations _ by the time the guests _ A) had been finished / arrived B) have been finished / were arrived C) had finished / were arriving D) have finished / arrived 23) She _ working on that manuscript for years now A) will be B) is C) had been D) has been 24) I _ complete silence now while I try this experiment A) want B) have wanted C) am wanting D) wanted 25) Cellulose, which for making paper, can be found in all plants A uses B is used C are used D is using 26) She didn't the test because it was too difficult A) If the test had been too difficult, she could have done it B) If the test hadn't been too difficult, she could have done it C) If the test were not too difficult, she could it D) If the test hadn't been too difficult, she couldn't have done it 27) Many people think Steve stole the money A) Steve is thought to have stolen the money B) Many people think the money is stolen by Steve C) It was not Steve who stole the money D) Money is thought to be stolen by Steve 28) Peter doesn't read a lot He can't find the time A) If Peter hadn't got the time, he would read a lot B) If Peter has the time, he will read a lot C) If Peter had had the time, he would have read a lot D) If Peter had the time, he would read a lot 29) Barry continued to smoke even though we had advised him to quit A) Barry took our advice so he stopped smoking B) Barry did not quit smoking because of our advice C) Despite being told not to smoke, Barry continued to D) If we had advised Barry, he would have quit smoking 30) Lan suggested going out for dinner A) Lan said, "Why don't we go out for dinner?" B) Lan said, "Do you want to go out for dinner?" C) Lan said, "Will you go out for dinner?" (18) D) Lan said, "Must we go out for dinner?" D: READING Children in the Netherlands must be at least four years old to (41) _ primary education Almost all 4-year-olds (99.3%) in the country indeed attend primary school, (42) _ this is not compulsory until children reach the age of Primary school is free of charge In most schools, children are grouped by age in mixed ability classes, with one teacher for all subjects Primary school (43) _ of groups, thus schooling (44) _ for years During the first two years, which (45) _ kindergarten, children receive an average of 22 hours of education, during the last years children receive an average of 25 hours per week… 31) A) enter B) come C) run D) afford 32) A) in spite B) due to C) although D) despite 33) A) includes B) composes C) consists D) contains 34) A) takes B) lengthens C) spends D) lasts 35) A) is called also B) also called C) is also called D) is also calling II Jean spent her first few years in Hooper and her family moved to Otsego early in her life She was only ten when her father died unexpectedly, leaving her mother to raise and support their family alone Her mother soon went to work outside the home to provide for the family, and Jean, being one of the oldest, had to help care for her younger siblings Although she had much responsibility at home, Jean thoroughly enjoyed school and was an excellent student She went on to graduate 10th in her class at Otsego High School in 1953 While still in high school, Jean met a young man named Charles "Chuck" Holly, at a dance in Alamo; and they were quite taken with each other Over the next few years, their love for each other blossomed and they were married on February 24, 1953, while Jean was still in school At the time, Chuck was serving his country in the military, and had come home on leave to marry his sweetheart Unfortunately, shortly thereafter, he was sent overseas to serve in Korea for the next fifteen months Upon his discharge, the couple settled into married life together in the Plainwell, Otsego area To help make ends meet, Jean went to work at the collection bureau in Kalamazoo for a while, before taking a job at the cheese company in Otsego In 1964, Chuck and Jean were overjoyed with the birth of their son, Chuck, who brought great joy into their lives Jean remembered how her mother was always gone so much working after her father died and she did not want that for her son, so she left her job to devote herself to the role of a mother 36) Before Jean's father passed away, her mother used to _ a work outside the home b be a housewife c support the family alone d work as a secretary 37) Which is not referred to Jean? a She was a responsible girl b She never helped her mother with household chores c She often did well at school d She went to high school 38) Jean's husband was a _ a teacher b dancer c soldier d servant 39) Jean _ a served in the military b lived in Korea for fifteen months c had a daughter d got married when she was a student 40) Which is not true about Jean? a She disliked staying at home and taking care of her child b She worked outside the home before she had a child c She was very happy when she got a baby d She quit her job to look after her baby TEST I Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word for each of the blanks from to If you want to _(1) your best in an exam, you should be relaxed and so one of the best things to is to take regular breaks even if they are only for a few minutes During revision (19) time, you _(2) _ take some time off to go for a walk or play your favorite sport It is a mistake to take up all physical activities Exercise can help you to relax You should (3) _ at least twenty minutes doing something different every day Parents don’t like it when their teenage children spend hours on the phone, but, in fact, (4) to a friend is very good for you; parents think that children are (5) time and money; but research says talking to friends gives you a chance to relax, and this will make the time you spend studying more effective A write B go C D make A shall B have C should D will A waste B spend C relax D use A communicating B saying C chatting D telling A losing B wasting C spending D missing II Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer for each of the following questions "I have found a new flat,"said Ann A Ann told to me that she had found a new flat B Ann said me that she had found a new flat C Ann told me that she had found a new flat D Ann said that she has found a new flat Someone knocked on the door during my lunchtime A When I had had lunch, someone knocked on the door B I was having lunch when someone knocked on the door C I was having lunch when someone was knocking on the door D I had lunch when someone knocked on the door No one has cleaned the floor A The floor hasn't been cleaned B The floor has been cleaned C The floor hasn't been clean D The floor hasn't cleaned He didn't hurry so he missed the plane A If he had hurried, he could have caught the plane B If he had hurried, he might catch the plane C If he hurried, he wouldn't miss the plane D He didn't miss the plane because he hurried 10 I started working here in 2000 A I have worked here since 2000 B I have started working here since 2000 C I have started work here since 2000 D I haven't worked here since 2000 III Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word whose stress pattern is different from the rest 11 A teacher B formal C often D polite 12 A dependence B company C happiness D comfortable IV Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct words/phrases that best complete each of the following sentences 13 It _ that learning a foreign language _ a lot of time A is said / takes B is saying/ as been taken C says / is taken D was said / was taken 14 Last night a tornado swept through Rockville It _ everything in its path A was being destroyed B was destroyed C had been destroyed D destroyed 15 Unless he ……… immediately, he won’t get any information A phones B won’t phone C phone D doesn’t phone 16 he had enough money, he refused to buy a new car A Despite B Because C Although D In spite of 17 He took me to an expensive restaurant where we enjoyed a good meal A we enjoyed a good meal in which B enjoyed a good meal C and enjoying a good meal D to enjoy a good meal 18 She _ a shark while she _ on the beach A see / am walking B were losing / had left C saw / was walking D lost / have left (20) 19 I _ a terrible accident while I _ on the beach A have seen / were walking B see / am walking C was seeing / walked D saw / was walking 20 My father works for a construction company in A Hanoi is a city in the Viet Nam B Hanoi, that is a city in Viet Nam C Hanoi where is a city in Viet Nam D Hanoi, which is a city in Viet Nam 21 You are old enough I think it is high time you applied _ a job A in B of C upon D for 22 John asked me _ interested in any kind of sports A if were I B if I was C if I were D if was I 23 While I am waiting _ my bus, I often listen _ music A upon / in B toward / about C for / to D on / at 24 We _ touch since we _ school three years ago A have lost / left B have lost / leave C lost / have left D were losing / had left 25 The parents had been _ warned about their son's misbehaviour A repeat B repeatedly C repeated D repeating 26 Emily said that her teacher _ to London A went / tomorrow B will go / tomorrow C had gone / the next day D would go / the next day 27 By 2015, it will be widely accepted that schools and pre-schools have _ extremely important role to play in future of our world A the / the B an / a C Ø / Ø D an / the 28 If more chemicals are released into the water, plants, and animals A will be killed B would die C would be died D will kill 29 I wonder whether this cloth or not A is washing B washing C washed D is washed 30 Are children taught to respect different at school? A fields B laws C cultures D aspects 31 My family have lived happily in this house for A generations B periods C times D stages 32 A ………… is an official document that you receive when you have completed a course of study or training A vocation B subject C certificate D grade V Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the rest 33 A application B grade C indicate D certificate 34 A tastes B washes C buses D arranges 35 A explained B prepared C disappointed D interviewed VI Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction 36 It was not until 1937 that the southern source of the Nile River discovered A B C D 37 Unless you work harder, we will finish on time A BCD 38 Mary asked there was anything interesting on TV to see that night A B C D 39 Although I try hard to play the guitar, but I don't seem to improve A B C D 40 They asked us to not talk about the matter any more ABCD VII Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer for each of the following questions English is my mother tongue Besides, I can speak French and Spanish I studied the two languages when I was at high school Now, I am still learning Spanish at the University As for me, mastering a foreign language is not easy After studying a language, practice is very necessary and (21) useful Travelling to the country where the target language is spoken is very helpful, but if you can not speak the language well enough you will certainly have troubles I also frequently go to the movies, watch television, listen to the radio in the language I am trying to learn Reading is another good way to learn Books are good, but I personally think newspapers and magazines are better However, getting some knowledge of the language is the most important thing Grammar and vocabulary should be mastered first 41 How many languages can the writer speak? A B C D 42 The writer has learnt Spanish _ A in Spain B at high school C at university D B and C 43 Travelling may cause troubles if _ A you cannot speak the language well enough B you can speak the language well enough C you can speak the language bad enough D you can communicate in the target language 44 Some useful ways to practice your target language are _ A listening to the radio and watching TV in the language B reading books in the language C seeing films in the language D all are correct 45 According to the writer, what should be mastered first? A Vocabulary B Vocabulary and grammar C Writing skill D Reading skill VIII Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct response to each of the following utterances 46 A “Hey, Nam Where are you going?” B “ _.” A See you later B I’m jogging C Hello Nice to meet you D Bye, catch you latter 47 A “Sorry, I’ve got to go” B “ _.” A Sorry B Yes C Bye See you later D How you 48 A “How about having a party on the first day of Tet?” B “ .” A Yes, that’s a great idea B Thank you C I like it very much D Yes I want it 49 A “In my opinion, this film is boring What you think about it?” B “ _.” A I say so B No, I don’t C I agree D I say yes 50 A “What a nice pair of shoes!” B “ .” A Yes, it is a pair of shoes B Many thanks C I have one D No, I don’t think so ………The End……… ¤ Key 1.D 2.C 9.A 10.B 17.A 18.B 25.B 26.B 33.C 34.D 41.C 42.A 49.B 50.D 3.A 4.D 11.A 12.C 19.C 20.C 27.C 28.D 35.D 36.B 43.A 44.D 5.A 13.C 21.A 29.A 37.C 45.C 6.C 14.C 22.D 30.A 38.D 46.C 7.A 15.C 23.D 31.C 39.C 47.B TEST 8.A 16.D 24.D 32.D 40.D 48.C (22) I Chọn từ có dấu trọng âm rơi vào âm tiết có vị trí khác với các từ còn lại: A algebra B chemistry C primary D disruptive A attract B curriculum C certificate D nursery II Chọn từ mà phần gạch có cách phát âm khác với các từ còn lại: A future B resume C pressure D enthusiasm A character B challenge C technical D psychology III.Khoanh tròn câu trả lời đúng số A, B, C D để điền vào chỗ troáng While I TV last night , a mouse ran across the floor A watch B watched C was watching D am watching I ……….as soon as you come back A went B shall go C have gone D am going Mr Brown said, “I watched TV last night.” > Mr Brown said that he ………… TV the night before A was watchingB watched C had watched D has watched He said he would it _ A yesterday B the following day C the previous day D the day before Gold ……………… in California in the 19th century A are discovered B discovered C was discovered D be discovered 10 “They are going to build a supermarket in this area” can be written as: ………………… A A supermarket is going to be built in this area B A supermarket are built in this area C A supermarket in this area is going to be built D This area is going to build a supermarket in 11 If I .the rain yesterday, I ill A had not caught / would have not been B did not catch / would not be C catch / will not be D had not caught / would not have been 12 Unless you tell her, she will not know about that A She will know about that unless you don’t tell her B If she will not know about that, you tell her C If you don’t tell her, she will not know about that D If you did not tell her, she will not know about that 13 If you to get in trouble again, please get up early and go to work on time A don’t want B didn’t want C won’t want D hadn’t wanted 14 I read a book … ………… was written by a friend of mine B Who B whom C which D whose 15 Picasso, _ works inspired many other artists, lived until he was a ripe old age A who B whose C that D which 16 Britain imported many cars They were made in Japan can be rewritten as: ………… A Britain imported many cars who were made in Japan B Britain imported many cars, made in Japan C Britain imported many cars, making in Japan D Japan imported many cars from Britain 17 Older sisters and brothers must take care …………… younger ones A for B onto C about D of 18 Can you explain that problem ……………… me? A atB for C from D to 19 - “ Would you like a cup of tea?”- “ …………………………” A Yes, I B Yes, please C I’m sorry D It’s my pleasure 20 - “ Happy birthday! This is a small present for you.”- “ …………………….” A What a pity ! B How beautiful it is ! Thanks C Have a good time ! D How terrible ! 21 “ Could you tell me the way to the bus stop ?” _ A Go ahead then turn right B Thanks C It’s OK D by bus 22 In Vietnam, schooling is ……………………… for all children from the age of to 14 (23) A compulsory B optional C unnecessary D impossible 23 The national ………… is a programme of study in all the main subjects that children aged to 16 in state school must follow A syllabus B course C plan D curriculum 24 Fee-paying schools, often called “independent schools”, “private schools” or “ schools" A college B primary C secondary D public 25.School uniform is compulsory in most of Vietnamese schools A depended B required C divided D paid 26.Many people have objected to the use of animals in _ experiments A science B scientist C scientific D scientifically 27 _ must satisfy the requirement for admission to the university A Applications B Applicators C Applicants D Applying IV Tìm moät loãi moãi caâu sau baèng caùch choïn A, B, C, or D: 28 Do you mind so I smoke in the room? – No, I don’t mind at all ABCD 29 If I knew that you were in financial difficulty, I would have helped you ABCD 30 What would happen if there is no water? ABCD 31 The record had been chose by dancers near the jukebox ABCD V Đọc đoạn văn sau và chọn A, B, C, D để điền vào chỗ trống: A YEAR IN CANADA I (32) born in London and had lived in cities (33) _ most of my life The one exception is the year I spent with my uncle in Canada He owned (34) _ enormous farm, miles from anywhere Every morning, I ought to get up with the sun and help my uncle on the field He was such a nice man, though, that I couldn't let him know how miserable I was So you can imagine my feelings when, because of my husband's work, we (35) _ to this small village three years ago We arrived in the middle of January and it was snowy everywhere The heating didn't (36) _ and it was freezing cold However, the welcome from our neighbours was warm and we continued to feel very much at home in the village I have never once regretted coming here 32 A were B be C being D was 33 A inB for C to D of 34 A an B what C the D such 35 A replaced B moved C departed D followed 36 A burn B work C make D happen VI Read the passage carefully and choose the correct answer Preparation is a key to a successful interview Does the idea of going to a job interview make you feel a little nervous? Many people find that it is the hardest part of the employing process But it is not really true The more you prepare and practice, the more comfortable you will feel You should find out as much as possible about the company before you go to the interview Understand the products that they produce and the services that they provide It is also good to know who the customers are and who the major competitors are Practice makes perfect It will also make you feel more confident and relaxed So, practice your answers to common questions Make a list of questions to ask, too Almost all interviewers will ask if you have questions This is a great opportunity for you to show your keenness, enthusiasm, and knowledge Make a great impression The interview is your chance to show that you are the best person for the job Your application or resume has already exhibited that you are qualified Now it is up to you to show how your skills and experience match this position and this company The employer will be looking and listening to determine if you are a good fit He/she will be looking for a number of different qualities, in addition to the skills that you possess To make the best impression, dress appropriately; express your strengths; arrive early, by about 10-15 minutes; be enthusiastic; shake hands firmly; be an active listener; sit up straight and maintain eye contact; and ask questions (24) After the interview, follow up with a thank-you note This is a chance for you to restate your interest and how you can benefit the company Your best bet is to try to time it so that the note gets there before the hiring: decision is made You should also follow up with a phone call if you not hear back from the employer within the specified time The pronoun it refers to a the job b the interview c the interviewer d the preparation What does the writer advise you to practice? a Asking and answering questions related to the job b Making products that the company produces c Providing services that the company serves d Meeting some customers and competitors Which should not be shown during your interview? a Punctuality b A firm hand shaking c Being properly-dressed d Weaknesses You can show your qualifications in the a dressing style and punctuality b competing with the competitors c resume and letter of application d eye contact with the interview Which is not included in the writer's advice? a You should not communicate with the interviewer after the interview b You 'should make the best impression in the interview c You should write a note to say thanks to the interviewer after the interview, d You should telephone the interviewer for any information after the interview KEYS B A D C A TEST 10 Pick out the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from that of the other words: a cooks b loves c joins d spends a naked b looked c booked d hooked A.impolite B.kidding C.instance D.big Choose the word which is stressed differently from the rest a partnership b romantic c actually d attitude a believe b marriage c response d maintain One of Vietnamese traditions is a belief in _ families and in preserving their cultures a wealthy b secure c safe d close-knit A curriculum that ignores ethnic tensions, racial antagonisms, cultural _ and religious differences is pot relevant a diversity b contacts c barriers d levels This is the instance where big, obvious non-verbal signals are appropriate a situation B attention c place d matter Education has been developed in _ with modern industry and the mass media a compulsory b parallel c selected d following 10 She reads newspapers every day to look for the vacant _ for which she can apply a institutions b indications c positions d locations 11 Before the interview, you have to send a letter of application and your résumé to the company a recommendation b reference c curriculum vitae d photograph 12 A _ is a spacecraft that is designed to travel into space and back to earth several times a plane b corporation c telecommunication d shuttle 13 He always for a walk in the evening A go B is going C goes D going 14 Her brother in Canada at present A working B works C is working D work 15 This picture by Johnny when I came (25) A painted B was painted C was being painted D had been painted 16 Come into the kitchen, _? A you B will you C won’t you D B and C 17 We should avoid - our environment A to pollute B polluting C polluted D being polluted 18 The letter I wrote was full ………….mistakes A with B about C of D out 19 My son is _ young to go to school A very B too C so D enough 20 Is that the same film we watched last year? A when B which C why D who 21 Every year, thousands of tourists visit……………… Nile River A a B an C the D X 22 Martin asked me _ A how is my father B how my father is C how was my father D how my father was 23 If I had gone to the party last night, I ……… tired now A am B were C would be D would have been 24 It is _ that many people are homeless after the floods A was reported B reports C reported D reporting 25 Brenda: “Do you think it will rain?” Carol: “Oh! ……” A I don’t hope B I hope not C I don’t hope so D It’s hopeless 26 A: “Sorry I’m late.” –B: “ _” A OK B Don’t worry C Hold the line, please D Go ahead 27 - What a lovely hat you have! – Thanks …………… A that’s OK B I don’t care C I’m glad you like it D certainly 28 Mary: “ Whose bicycle is that?” Tom: “ ” A No,it’s over there B It’s Jane’s C It’s just outside D It’s your 29 A : ” Could I speak to Susie May , please ?” B : “ ” A.Speaking B.Talking C.Saying D.Answering VI Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction 30 We were advised not drinking the water in the bottle ABCD 31 You can apply for a better job when you will have had more experience ABCD 32 I like pupils who works very hard ABCD 33 It looks like they're going to succeed despite of their present difficulties ABCD 34 If you had paid attention to your teachers, you might get much progress ABCD Choose the sentence which has the closest meaning to the original one 35 I will take up golf this year a I will begin to play golf this year b I will stop playing golf this year c I will build a golf court this year d I will enter a golf competition this year 36 It has been a long time since they met A.They didn’t meet for a long time B.They didn’t meet a long time C.They haven’t met since a long time D.They haven’t met for a long time 37 ”I’m sorry I forgot your birthday”, Harry told Mary A.Harry said sorry to Mary for forgetting her birthday B.Harry felt sorry to forget Mary’s birthday (26) C.Harry apologized Mary for having forgotten her birthday D.Harry really felt a pity not to remember Mary’s birthday 38 It is said that two men were arrested after the explosion A People said two men be arrested after the explosion B Two men are said to be arrested after the explosion C Two men are said to have been arrested after the explosion D Two men were said to be arrested after the explosion 39 Despite feeling cold, we kept walking A Although we felt cold, but we kept walking B Although we felt cold, we kept walking C However cold we felt, but we kept walking D However we felt cold, we kept walking 40 She didn’t stop her car because she didn’t see the signal A If she saw the signal, she would stop her car B If she had seen the signal, she would stop her car C If she had seen the signal, she would have stopped her car D If she saw the signal, she would have stopped her car V Đọc đoạn văn sau và chọn A, B, C, D để điền vào chỗ trống: Face-to-face conversation is a two-way process: you speak to me, I reply to you and so on Twoway …1…….depends on having a coding system that is understood by both …2…… And receiver and an agreed convention about signaling the beginning and end of the …3…… In speech the coding system is the language like English or Spanish; the convention that one person speaks at a time may seem too obvious …4…… In fact, the signals that people use in conversations and meetings are often non-verbal For example, lowering the pitch of voice may mean the end of a sentence; a sharp intake of breath may signal the desire to interrupt catching the chairman’s eye may indicate the desire to speak in a formal setting like a debate, a clenched fist may indicate anger When these …10…….signals are not possible, more formal signals may be needed 41 A communication B exchange C interchange d/ correspondence 42 A transmitter B messenger C sender D announce 43 A idea B theme C topic D message 44 A mentioning B to mention C mentioned D mention 45 A auditory B visual C verbal D sensory 46 Ordinary houses are full of hazardous waste The most important hazardous waste in the homes is batteries When you throw them out with your other garbage, they break open at the landfill The poison inside them moves through rain water and other liquids to the bottom of the landfill Then it can pollute the natural water in the ground We should use rechargeable batteries Another hazardous waste in homes is motor oil Don’t throw motor oil on the ground or throw it on the garbage It poisons the environment We should recycle motor oil Paint is another kind of hazardous waste in homes Some cities have a “Paint Exchange Day “ If you bring open , unused blue paint and want red, they give you red Sometimes they mix the paints together into strange colours If you paint walls with them , you help save the environment 47 What is the most important dangerous waste in the homes? a motor oil b paint c batteries d garbage 48 How can batteries at the landfill pollute the underground water? a They break open at the landfill b Their poison moves to the bottom of the landfill c They move to the underground water d They combine with rain water and other liquids 49 Why should we use rechargeable batteries? a To protect the environment b They are durable c They less pollute the environment d They are convenient 50 Which of the following is not mentioned as hazardous waste in the homes? a motor oil b paint c fumes d batteries 51 If you paint walls with mixed paint from “ Paint Exchange Day” , you _ (27) a help recycle the motor oil b know how to use ‘ rechargeable batteries’ c like strange colors d help save the environment (28)