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Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word

whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in
each of the following questions.
Question 1. A. threat B. repeat C. peak D. feature
Question 2. A. hygiene B. congested C. original D.
engage
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. accomplish B. assignment C. portable D.
congested
Question 4. A. deadline B. delay C. downtown D.
explore
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct answer to each of the following questions.
Question 5. The tutor wants to improve her ______ in maths to help her students
better.
A. knowledge B. experience C. skill D. hobby
Question 6. If he ______ to the party, he might meet some of my friends.
A. comes B. will come C. had come D. would come
Question 7. There are ______ people interested in the workshop, so we need a
larger venue.
A. few B. much C. many D. little
Question 8. The new policy ______ by the management, and everyone is
required to follow it strictly.
A. is introduced B. has introduced C. was introducing D. has been
introduced
Question 9. Sarah enjoys spending her free time ______ at animal shelters and
helping stray animals find homes.
A. volunteer B. to volunteering C. volunteering D. to volunteer
Question 10. A: “Tm planning to host a small gathering at my house this
weekend." - B: “______”
A. That sounds like a great plan! Do you need help with organising everything in
advance?
B. Hosting gatherings at home is too much effort; you might regret it later on.
C. Why bother with that when you could go out somewhere more interesting
instead?
D. Are you sure that's a good idea? It might end up being too stressful.
Question 11. He has a natural talent drawing, and his artwork is admired by
many people.
A. of B. for C. in D. with
Question 12. Exercising regularly can make you feel more ______, boosting your
energy and overall well-being.
A. exhausted B. energetic C. sleepy D. passive
Read the following conversation and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on
your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of
the numbered blanks from 13 to 16.
How to Use the Hot Water Dispenser
1. Fill with Water: Open the lid and (13) ______ fresh water into the tank up to the
maximum line. Close the lid (14) ______.
2. Power On: Plug (15) ______ the dispenser and press the power button to start
heating.
3. Dispense Water: Once (16) ______ water is hot, place your cup under the spout
and press the "Dispense" button.
4. Turn Off: After use, switch off the power and unplug the machine.
Question 13. A. pour B. flow C. serve D. prepare
Question 14. A. secure B. securely C. security D. secured
Question 15. A. with B. up C. from D. in
Question 16. A. an B. a C. the D. ∅
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of
the following questions from 17 to 18.
Question 17. Put the sentences (a-c) in the correct order, then fill in the
blank to make a logical text.
Our school held a sports day last weekend, and it was an exciting experience for
everyone. Each activity was carefully planned.
a. After lunch, we enjoyed a friendly football match, with both teams playing very
well.
b. At the end of the day, the winners received medals, and we celebrated
together.
c. In the morning, we started with a warm-up session followed by a running race.
A. b-a-c B. a-c-b C. c-a-b D. b-c-a
Question 18. Choose the sentence that can end the text (in Question
17) most appropriately.
A. Finally, we thanked our teachers for organising the event.
B. To start with, sports day is a popular event at our school.
C. Therefore, we felt a little tired after the warm-up session.
D. After the football match, we had a big celebration with everyone.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your
answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each
of the numbered blanks from 19 to 24.
Travelling in the future might be very different from how we travel today.
With new technology, transportation is becoming faster, more comfortable, and
more environmentally friendly. One exciting (19) ______ is the idea of hyperloop
trains, which can travel at extremely high speeds in a tube with little air
resistance. This could allow people to travel between cities in a matter of
minutes.
(20) ______ interesting possibility is the use of flying cars or personal
drones. Companies are working on these vehicles, which could allow people to
travel (21) ______ from one place to another without traffic. Flying cars would not
need roads, which could (22) ______ traffic jams and pollution.
Space tourism may also become popular. In the future, people might be
able to book trips to the Moon or even Mars. (23) ______ it is currently expensive,
companies are working to make space travel affordable for everyone.
With these new ways of travelling, we might see a future where
transportation is faster, safer, and more convenient. Who knows? In a few years,
we may be commuting to work (24) ______ flying cars or visiting other planets for
a vacation!
Question 19. A. invention B. exploration C. experience D.
development
Question 20. A. Other B. The other C. Another D. Any
others
Question 21. A. randomly B. generally C. directly D.
casually
Question 22. A. reduce B. maintain C. increase D.
change
Question 23. A. Because B. Although C. Moreover
D. Also
Question 24. A. by B. at C. on D. in
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
sentence that is closest in meaning to the original sentence in each of
the following questions.
Question 25. The teacher explained the concept thoroughly so that everyone in
class could understand it.
A. The teacher made sure everyone understood the concept by explaining it very
clearly.
B. The concept was briefly explained so that students could try to understand it
later.
C. The teacher explained the concept quickly, hoping that most students would
understand it.
D. The concept was explained by the teacher, but some students still found it
confusing.
Question 26. She enjoys spending time with friends more than doing anything
else on weekends.
A. Her favourite weekend activity is spending time with friends, among many
others.
B. Nothing else on weekends is as important to her as being with friends.
C. She likes to be with her friends every weekend more than alone.
D. On weekends, she prefers spending time with friends over doing other things.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
sentence that is made from the given cues in each of the following
questions.
Question 27. mention / visit Japan / following spring / cherry blossoms.
A. She mentioned that she planned to visit Japan the following spring to see
cherry blossoms.
B. She mentioned she will visit Japan in the following spring to see cherry
blossoms,
C. She mentioned that she plans to go to Japan to see the cherry blossoms in
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D. She mentioned a visit to Japan to see the cherry blossoms in spring.

Question 28. say / can't attend /meeting / following day / appointment.
A. He said he can't attend the meeting tomorrow because he has an
appointment.
B. He said he couldn't attend the meeting the following day as he had an
appointment.
C. He says he couldn't attend the meeting because of an appointment the next
day.
D. He said he has an appointment, so he couldn't attend the meeting tomorrow.
Read the following sign or notice and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on
your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the
following questions.
Question 29. What does this sign say?

A. Children can't play this game.

B. Children and adults can play here.
C. This is a primary school.
D. This area is for children.
Question 30. What does the notice say?

To use a credit card,

a minimum purchase of $15 is
required.
A. Customers can use a credit card for any purchase amount.
B. Only purchases totalling $15 or more can be paid by credit card.
C. Cash payments are allowed for only purchases more than $15.
D. Credit cards are not accepted at this location.
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 following
questions from 31 to 36.
 Choosing a career is an important step for 9th-grade students, as it helps
them plan their future and set goals. At this age, many students are unsure
about what they want to do. Some may think about careers in popular fields like
medicine, law, or engineering, while others may feel drawn to creative paths,
such as writing, art, or music. It's helpful to explore different career options to
understand their interests and abilities.
One way to do this is by talking to professionals, family
members, teachers, or even people online, who work in different fields. Students
can learn more about what each job involves, the skills it requires, and the
challenges they might face. It's also beneficial to try new activities or hobbies to
discover hidden talents and passions.
Additionally, choosing subjects in school that match their career interests
can be useful. For example, students interested in science might focus on biology
or chemistry, while those considering technology could take computer classes.
Making these choices early can give students a strong foundation for future
studies.
In the end, choosing a career is about understanding oneself and one's
goals. Although it's okay not to have everything figured out, taking small steps
now can help 9th graders find a career path that is both rewarding and
enjoyable.
Question 31. What is the main idea of the passage?
A. All students know what they want to do for their future careers.
B. 9th graders should choose a career path as early as possible.
C. Exploring different career choices can help students plan their future.
D. Most students prefer creative careers over traditional fields.
Question 32. The word drawn in paragraph 1 is CLOSEST in meaning to ______.
A. attracted B. unsure C. distant D. pulled away
Question 33. The word additionally in paragraph 3 is used to ______.
A. introduce a contrasting idea B. introduce a new fact
C. give a list of things D. give an example
Question 34. Based on the passage, we can infer that ______.
A. choosing career-related subjects in school can be beneficial for students
B. 9th graders have a clear understanding of what they want to become
C. most students will choose science-related careers
D. career choices are mostly determined by family members
Question 35. Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?
A. Some students may be interested in fields like medicine and law.
B. Career choices help students set future goals.
C. 9th-grade students' should avoid new activities and hobbies.
D. Early subject choices can build a foundation for future studies.
Question 36. According to the passage, what should students do to explore
career options?
A. Choose their future career immediately.
B. Avoid talking to professionals.
C. Focus only on creative career paths.
D. Try new activities to discover their interests.
Four phrases/ sentences have been removed from the text below. For
each question, mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to
indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks
from 37 to 40.
One type of natural disaster that can be mitigated is flooding. Floods often
occur after heavy rain or when rivers overflow. To reduce the impact of floods,
many countries build levees and dams. (37) ______ that help keep water away
from homes and roads. Dams are large structures that hold back water in rivers,
allowing it to be released slowly. (38) ______. These systems help water flow away
quickly from streets and buildings, preventing water from gathering.
Communities also prepare for floods (39) ______. These plans tell people what to
do and where to go if a flood happens. Education is also key; teaching people
about flood risks and safety can save lives. (40) ______. Mitigating the effects of
flooding requires cooperation between governments, communities, and
individuals to protect lives and property.
A. By using these methods, we can reduce the damage caused by floods and
keep people safe
B. Another important measure is creating drainage systems
C. Levees are walls made of earth or concrete
D. by creating emergency plans and warning systems
Question 37. _____ Question 38. _____ Question 39. _____ Question
40. _____