PRACTICE 50

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. mind B. skip C. fist D. film
Question 2. A. gain B. magic C. gentle D. page
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. cuisine B. sector C. feeling D. question
Question 4. A. enormous B. disabled C. determined D. studious
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. Jane is_______student in my class. Everyone admires her.
A. good B. the well C. the best D. best
Question 6. Most of my friends admire Milan as she can play_______piano so beautifully.
A. the B. an C. a D. 0 (no article)
Question 7. ______it is a small town, there are several local restaurants available.
A. Despite B. Because C. In case D. Although
Question 8. The tree________stands near the gate of my house has lovely flowers.
A. which B. who C. whom D. whose
Question 9. Linda enjoys spending her free time_________yummy cakes.
A. eating B. eat C. ate D. to eat
Question 10. You have to keep the ticket until you________ the train.
A. look after B. go out C. get off D. turn on
Question 11. The students________their trip because of bad weather.
A. put off B. take on C. turn up D. set off
Question 12. Peter: “Can you come for dinner tonight?”
John: “_____________ . I have a lot of things to do.”
A. I agree B. I’m afraid not C. Good idea D. It’s all right
Read the following announcement 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.
Welcome to the International Cultural Festival in Hanoi!
Date: 5th March 2025
Location: Hanoi Cultural Center
 Experience a vibrant celebration of global cultures:
 Enjoy traditional dances from around (13)________world.
 Taste (14)_______cuisines from different countries.
 Engage (15)__________interactive cultural workshops.
 Shop for (16)_________crafts and souvenirs.
Fun activities for the whole family.
Don't miss this exciting event showcasing diversity and unity!
Question 13.A. an B. the C. 0 (no article) D. a
Question 14.A. disgusting B. delicious C. rude D. stunning
Question 15.A. in B. by C. for D. on
Question 16.A. skillful B. affordable C. strange D. unique
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet 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.
Last weekend, I went shopping with my friends. We had a lot of fun, but there was one
problem._______.
a. We were looking for the perfect outfit for a party.
b. We spent hours trying on different clothes and accessories.
c. Unfortunately, the store was very crowded, and we had to wait in long lines.
A. a-b-c B.a-c-b C.c-b-a D.c-a-b
Question 18. Choose the sentence that can end the text (in Question 17) most appropriately.
A. We ended up buying a lot of things we didn’t need.
B. Shopping can be a lot of fun, but it can also be stressful.
C. We had a great time catching up with each other.
D. I’m glad we went shopping together.
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.
Solar energy is a long-lasting source of energy which (19)____ almost anywhere. To generate
solar energy, we only need solar cells and the sun. Solar cells can easily be installed on house
roofs, so no new space is needed and (20) ____user can quietly generate their own energy.
Compared to other renewable sources, they also possess many advantages. Wind and water power
rely on turbines (21)_____are noisy, expensive and easy to break down. Solar cells are totally
silent and non-polluting. As they have no moving (22)____they require little maintenance and
have a long lifetime.
(23) ______, solar energy also has some disadvantages. We can only generate solar energy
during the daytime because the system depends on sunlight. Besides, solar cells require a large
area to work (24) ______. The main disadvantage of solar energy is that it costs about twice as
much as traditional sources such as coal, oil, and gas.This is because solar cells are expensive.
Scientists are hoping that the costs of solar cells will reduce as more and more people see the
advantages of this environmentally friendly source of energy.
Question 19. A. should use B. can use C. must be used D. can be used
Question 20. A. all B. some C. none D. each
Question 21. A. who B. where C. which D. whose
Question 22. A. pieces B. parts C. objects D. tools
Question 23. A. However B. Although C. Moreover D. Therefore
Question 24. A. effective B. effectively C. effect D. effectiveness
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 boy is too short to reach the book on the shelf.
A. The boy is tall enough to reach the book on the shelf.
B. The boy isn’t enough tall to reach the book on the shelf.
C. The boy isn’t tall enough to reach the book on the shelf.
D. The boy isn’t too enough to reach the book on the shelf.
Question 26. We’re very excited to meet Messi. He plays for Barcelona, Spain.
A. We’re very excited to meet Messi, whom plays for Barcelona, Spain.
 B. We’re very excited to meet Messi, who plays for Barcelona, Spain.
C. We’re very excited to meet Messi, that plays for Barcelona, Spain.
D. We’re very excited to meet Messi who plays for Barcelona, Spain.
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. We / visit / Paris / my mother / bom.
A. We’ve visited Paris, which my mother was bom.
B. We’ve visited Paris, that my mother was bom.
C. We’ve visited Paris, where my mother was bom.
D. We’ve visited Paris, where my mother was bom there.
Question 28. It / time I you / study / harder / pass / final exam.
A. It’s time for you studying harder to pass the final exam.
B. It’s time for you to study harder to pass the final exam.
C. It’s time you study harder to pass the final exam.
D. It’s time you should harder to pass the final exam.
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 the sign say?
A. You can go this way to get your baggage.
B. leave your baggage over there.
C. There is a locker and you can keep your baggage there.
D. You must check in and leave your baggage there.
Question 30. What does the notice say?
HIGHCLIFFE SCHOOL GALLERY
TAKING PHOTOS OF THE ART DISPLAYED
HERE IS NOT PERMITTED
A. You are not allowed to remove any of the pictures here.
B. You are not allowed to display any of your photos here.
C. You can take some photos of the art displayed here.
D. You are not allowed to use your camera here.
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.
People commonly complain that they never have enough time to accomplish tasks. The hours
and minutes seem to slip away before many planned chores get done. According to time
management experts, the main reason for this is that most people fail to set priorities about what to
do first. They get tied down by trivial, time-consuming matters and never complete the important
ones.
One simple solution often used by those at the top is to keep lists of tasks to be accomplished
daily. These lists order jobs from most essential to least essential and are checked regularly
throughout the day to assess progress. Not only is this an effective way to manage time, but also it
serves to give individuals a much-deserved sense of satisfaction over their achievements. People
who do not keep lists often face the end of the work day with uncertainty over the significance of
their accomplishments, which over time can contribute to serious problems in mental and physical
health.
Question 31. Which of the following is the best title for the passage?
 A. Common Complaints About Work
B. Accomplishing Trivial Matters
C. Achieving Job Satisfaction
D. Learning to Manage Time
Question 32. According to the passage, why do many people never seem to have enough time to
accomplish things?
A. They do not prioritise tasks.
B. They get tied down by one difficult, problem
C. They fail to deal with trivial matters
D. They do not seek the advice of time, management experts.
Question 33. The word “accomplish” is CLOSEST in meaning to .
A. miss B. destroy C. fail D. achieve
Question 34. The passage states that one solution to time management problems is to. .
A. consult a time management expert
B. accomplish time-consuming matters first
C. keep daily lists of priorities and check them regularly
D. spend only a short time on each task
Question 35. The paragraph following the passage most probably discusses .
A. mental and physical health problems
B. another solution to time management problems
C. ways to achieve a sense of fulfillment
D. different types of lists
Question 36. The word “essential” is OPPOSITE in meaning to_.
A. crucial B. vital C. necessary D. unimportant
Four phrases/ sentences have been removed from the text below. For each questioi mark the
letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that be: fits each of
the numbered blanks from 37 to 40.
On the fifth day ofTet, Binh An Village holds a longevity celebration for elderly people over
70. (37) ______.
In the morning, everyone dresses nicely and walks to the village temple. According to
tradition, the elderly (38) _____. They sit at the most honourable place. The village leaders
congratulate them. They offer each elder a "longevity flag"and a bunch of flowers. (39) ______.
At noon, families (40) _____for their elders. It is customary for the family members to cook for
their elders. The traditional dishes served are five-colour sticky rice, steamed chicken, spring rolls,
and deep-fried fish.
The longevity celebration is important to all villagers. It is an opportunity for them to show
their respect to the elders. It is also a great time for family gatherings.
A. Then, each family takes photographs with their elders
B. This tradition has continued for centuries in the village
C. hold a home party
D. wear traditional ao dai
Question 37.___________ Question 38._______________
Question 39.___________ Question 40._______________
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