PRACTICE TEST: UNIT 1

I. 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.
1. Despite being a kid, Tuan always helps his mother do the chores every day.
A. homework B. works C. housework D. house duties
2. When I was a child, my mother used to teach me table manners.
A. etiquette B. rule C. problem D. norm
3. Many parents find it hard to understand their children when they are teenagers.
A. adults B. elders C. adolescents D. kids
4. There're many problems which are unavoidable when living in an extended family.
A. profits B. issues C. views D. merits
5. Mary has a strong desire to make independent decisions.
A. dependent B. self-confident C. self-confessed D. self-determining
6. My mother mistakenly believes that my fashion style breaks the norm of society.
A. routine B. barrier C. rule D. conflict
7. I always look at this matter from a different viewpoint.
A. point of view B. idea C. view from point D. opinion
8. We find it unattractive when dress flashily.
A. luxuriantly B. ostentatiously C. cheaply D. fashionably
9. Consuming too much junk food increases the risk of obesity.
A. decrease B. reduce C. rise D. raise
10. I feel extremely depressed as conflict occurs frequently amongst generations in my family.
A. comes on B. comes up C. comes in D. comes into

II. 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.
11. If you live in an extended family, you'll have great joy and get support of other members.
A. close family B. traditional family C. nuclear family D. large family
12. Our mother encourages us to be open-minded about new opinions and experiences
A. optimistic B. elegant C. close-knit D. narrow-minded
13. Domestic violence is strictly forbidden all over the world.
A. permitted B. limited C. restricted D. prohibited
14. Jane found herself in conflict with her parents over her future career.
A. disagreement B. harmony C. controversy D. fighting
15. I can't concentrate on my work because of the noise caused by my children.
A. focus B. abandon C. neglect D. allow
16. My grandpa's point of view about marriage remains conservative.
A. progressive B. traditional C. retrogressive D. conventional
17. Finally, I decide to follow in my father's footsteps to work in state-owned enterprise.
A. private-owned B. public limited C. privately-owned D. government-owned
18. My grandma usually takes care of us when my parents are away on business.
A. follows B. abandons C. concerns D. bothers
19. We greatly respect my teacher for all of the best things that she brought to us.
A. look up to B. look forwards C. look for D. look down on
20. I regretted not to buy those trendy shoes through lack of money.
A. shortage B. abundance C. scarcity D. deficiency

III. Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that best fits the blank space in the following passage.

How to Make Your Parents Stop Treating You Like a Kid

It can be super frustrating when your parents won't let you do anything on your own without
supervision. However, there are a lot of easy things you can do to stop this annoying situation.

COMMUNICATING LIKE AN ADULT

Demonstrate good listening skills.
Listening well is an important part of being perceived as an adult. When listening to someone speak,
maintain good eye contact, nod your head to show that you are hearing what the other person is
saying, and use statements to express interest, such as “I see,” “go on,” and “yes.”
Steer clear of arguments.
Do your best to avoid getting into an argument with your parents though you may still have an
occasional disagreement with them. Be agreeable and compromise with your parents if something
seems unfair to you. For example, if they have requested that you be home by 9pm, do not
complain or accuse them of being unfair. Try saying something like, “I don’t mind being home by
this time most nights, but I was hoping to stay out a little later tonight. Would 10pm be alright?”

DEMONSTRATING MATURITY
Participate in household tasks.
One way to demonstrate your maturity is to do household tasks without being asked to do so.
This shows your parents that you have selfless qualities and that you want to help out. For
example, start loading the dishwasher as soon as you finish dinner will show that you are mature
enough to know what is expected of you and to do it without having to be told.
Wake up earlier.
People who wake up early also tend to be more productive. Try to wake up around the same time as
your parents do and do something productive right away. Go for a run or help with household tasks.
Take good care of yourself.
Eating healthy, exercising, getting plenty of rest, and demonstrating an overall interest in your
physical well-being is another great way to show your parents that you are mature.
(Source: https://www.wikihow.com/Make-Your-Parents-Stop-Treating-You-Like-a-Kid)

21. Which is NOT a recommended gesture when listening to your parents?

A. maintain good eye contact B. use negative statements
C. nod your head D. say statements to show interest
22. What should you do when your parents request something seems unfair to you?
A. Provoke an argument B. Stay quiet and suffer the annoyance
C. Tell your parents that you don’t agree D. Be calm and suggest another solution
23. What word can best replace “compromise” in paragraph 3?
A. negotiate B. discuss C. instigate D. impose
24. How do participating in household tasks demonstrate your maturity?
A. It shows your parents that you can do household chores.
B. It shows your parents that you are responsible and independent.
C. It shows your parents that your parents can be proud of your ability.
D. It shows your parents that you are better than your friends.
25. What is ONE of the things that shows your parents that you can take good care of yourself?
A. Stay up late B. Eat healthy food C. Oversleep D. Do not exercise

IV. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
26. All students ____ wear uniforms at school because it is a rule.
A. should B. have to C. ought to D. must
27. You ____ finish your homework before you go to bed.
A. must B. have to C. should D. ought to
28. This drink isn't beneficial for health. You ____ drink it too much.
A. should B. ought to not C. ought not to D. mustn't
29. This warning sign indicates that you ____ step on the grass.
A. shouldn't B. mustn't C. don't have to D. ought not to
30. I think you ____ do exercise regularly in order to keep your body in good shape.
A. must B. should C. ought to D. Both B and C
31. I will lend you some money, but you ____ pay it back to me next week.
A. should B. have to C. must D. mustn't
32. Hoa ____ feed the cats because her mother has done it already.
A. has to B. doesn't have to C. must D. Both A and C
33. Those audiences ____ show their tickets before entering the concert hall.
A. have to B. must C. ought to D. don't have to
34. The children ____ spend too much time playing computer games.
A. mustn't B. ought to not C . shouldn't D. Both B and C
35. In case you're suffered from the injury, you ____ see the doctor today.
A. had better B. must C. ought D. have better
36. Water park is free for kids under 6 years old, so you ____ pay money for your son.
A. have to B. mustn't C. should D. don't have to
37. You look totally exhausted. You ____ take a rest instead of working overtime.
A. should B. ought C. must D. has better
38. Anyone ____ have a passport, even a visa when travelling all around the world.
A. ought to B. must C. should D. has to
39. In the peak season, travellers ____ book their accommodation in advance.
A. have to B. must C. should D. ought
40. My car broke down yesterday, so I ____ catch a taxi to the office.
A. have to B. had better C. had to D. has to
41. We ____ eat as much fruit as possible in order to get enough vitamins for our bodies.
A. had better B. should C. ought to D. All are correct
42. You ____ tell anyone what I've revealed to you. It's still a secret.
A. mustn't B. had better not C. ought not to D. don't have to
43. If you still want to maintain this relationship, you ____ behave improperly like that.
A. ought to not B. ought not to C. mustn't D. don't have to
44. When playing or swimming in the pool, children ____ be accompanied by their parents.
A. should B. must C. don't have to D. have to
45. We ____ go to work by car. Sky train is a wise choice during rush hour.
A. ought to B. mustn't C. shouldn't D. have to

V. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct response to each of the following exchanges.
46. From my point of view, all family members should share the chores equally.
A. It's a breathtaking view. B. You lied to me.
C. But you're right. D. There's no doubt about it.
47. You have to finish your homework before class.
A. I'll do it later. B. Not much.
C. It's quite difficult. D. Thank you for reminding me.

VI. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction.

48. I will leave (A) the party early because (B) I must (C) studying (D) for my exam.

49. I stayed (A) up late (B) last night because I mustn't (C) go to school on (D) Sunday.

50. You don’t have to (A) drive (B) a car if (C) you don't have (D) a driving licence.