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Question 18. When I make a __________ to my mother with my smartphone, I can see her on the phone
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A. text message B. phone call C. video call D. voice call
Question 19. Researchers found surprising signs of _______ of water on Mars.
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A. footprints B. trips C. paths D. traces
Read the following announcement and choose the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct option
Thời gian làm bài 60 phút that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 20 to 22. (0.75 points)
Join Our Technology Workshop!
I. LISTENING:
We are excited to announce a Technology Workshop on Thursday, November 7th, from
Listen to the conversation and choose the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM in the school computer lab. This workshop will explore the latest
of the following questions. (You will hear the recording TWICE.) (1.0 point)
in (20) __________, including robotics and virtual reality.
Question 1. Where does Aunt Betty live in the summer?
During the workshop, you will participate in hands-on activities and see (21) __________
A. in a boat B. in a castle near a river C. Near Richard’s farm
demonstrations. Don’t forget to bring your (22) __________ to take part in the interactive
Question 2. Where is Aunt Betty’s winter home?
sessions.
A. on a boat B. in a little pink house in their village C. in a hotel
Snacks and drinks will be available throughout the event. Don’t miss out on this fantastic
Question 3. Where does Aunt Betty work in the winter?
chance to dive into the world of technology!
A. at the ski spot B. in the restaurant C. in the shop at the theater
Question 4. How often does Richard see Aunt Betty in the summer? Question 20. A. technology B. music C. art D. sports
A. every Wednesday B. every weekend C. once a month Question 21. A. cooking B. science C. dance D. fashion
Listen to the conversation and state whether the statements below are true (T) or false (F). (You Question 22. A. book B. tablet C. paintbrush D. tennis racket
will hear the recording TWICE.) (1.0 point) IV. READING
STATEMENTS T F Read the following passage and choose the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct option that
best fits each of the numbered blanks from 23 to 27. (1 point)
Question 5. On Tuesday, they are visiting the castle first. The Next Generation of Communication
Question 6. On Wednesday, they are going sledging on a sledge. In the future, communication will be faster, more convenient, and highly advanced. People may not need
Question 7. On Wednesday afternoon, they’re visiting a museum. smartphones or computers to communicate anymore. Instead, they might use new methods
Question 8. On Friday, they’re going to the cinema. like (23) _______, which would allow them to send messages through thoughts alone. This could make
communication instant and effortless, with no need for any physical devices. Another exciting
II. PRONUNCIATION development is (24) ________, a technology that creates 3D images, making it possible for people to see
Choose the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other each other in real-time, even from opposite sides of the world. It will feel almost like talking face-to-face.
three in pronunciation in each of the following questions. (0.5 point) Additionally, (25) _______will help people from different countries communicate easily by instantly
Question 9. A. galaxy B. planet C. commander D. crater translating languages. These ideas may seem like science fiction now, but advances in (26) _______ will
Question 10. A. A. invention B. technology C. telescope D. develop likely make them real soon.
III. GRAMMAR AND VOCABULARY (1.0 point) Question 23. A. telepathy B. email C. video calls D. letters
Choose the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. Question 24. A. emails B. holography C. robots D. texts
(2.25 points) Question 25. A. solar B. printing C. machine translation D. gaming
Question 11. The meeting will take place ________ Monday afternoon. Question 26. A. agriculture B. medicine C. transportation D. technology
A. on B. in C. at D. from Read the following passage and choose the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each
Question 12. My laptop doesn’t work, can I borrow _______? of the questions from 28 to 32. (1 point)
A. you B. your C. yours D. mine The word "alien" is often used to describe a life-form from another planet. No one knows for sure if
Question 13. He _______ me, “What do you think aliens look like?” life exists elsewhere in the universe, but some scientists think it might be possible.
A. told B. asked C. said D. wondered People have been fascinated by the idea of aliens for a long time. Many enjoy science fiction stories
Question 14. He said, “I am studying the effects of gravity on plants.” about these extraterrestrial beings. Some people even believe that aliens have visited Earth. They report
→ He said that ________ studying the effects of gravity on plants. seeing strange objects in the sky, which some think are alien spaceships. However, no one has ever proven
A. he is B. he was C. he will be D. he has been that aliens have been to Earth.
Question 15. Facebook is the biggest _______ site, with some billion people using it every month. Most scientists agree that for a planet to have life, it needs to be similar to Earth. It should have an
A. Internet conection B. tool C. social media D. tablets atmosphere and water, and it must orbit a star, like the Sun, at the right distance. This distance ensures
Question 16. She asked: “When will you go camping?” that the planet gets the right amount of light and heat for life.
→She asked me when I _______ camping. Scientists have studied planets and moons in our Solar System to see if they could support life. Space
A. would go B. will go C .go D.goes probes have looked for tiny living things on Mars. Some scientists are also searching for life outside our
Question 17. The conference starts _______ 8:30 tomorrow morning. Solar System. They use radio telescopes to try to detect signals from intelligent aliens.
 So far, no evidence of extraterrestrial life has been found. However, scientists have discovered many Shopping can sometimes be a challenging experience, (37) . Many people choose to give
new planets around distant stars. Some of these planets are at a good distance from their stars and are gift vouchers, allowing recipients to shop at their convenience. (38) , as it lets them purchase essential
similar in size to Earth. It’s possible that life could exist on some of these planets. or luxury items from home or while on the go. Deliveries are often free, and prices are usually lower
Question 27. What is the main topic of the passage? than those in physical stores. However, the description or quality of online products may differ from
A. The conditions needed for life on other planets B. The discovery of new planets expectations, (39)
C. The history of extraterrestrial life theories D. The importance of space technology . For in-store shopping, self-service payment machines are commonly used to save time by avoiding
Question 28. What do scientists use to search for signals from intelligent aliens? long queues, (40) .
A. Space probes B. Radio telescopes C. Satellites D. Space rovers A - especially when selecting gifts for others on special occasions
Question 29. In the passage, what does the term "habitable" mean? B - Online shopping is a popular choice for those with busy schedules
A. Not suitable for living B. Suitable for living C - but they can cause frustration when technical issues arise and assistance is unavailable
C. Too far from a star D. Made entirely of gas D - leading to disappointment and the need to return items at the customer’s expense
Question 30. According to the passage, which of the following statements about the new planets Question 37 Question 38 Question 39 Question 4
discovered by scientists is TRUE? === THE END ===
A. They are too close to their stars.
B. They are mostly made of ice.
C. They are at a good distance from their stars and are similar in size to Earth.
D. They have no atmosphere.
V. WRTING
Choose the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in
meaning to the sentence given in each of the following questions. (0.5 point)
Question 31. He said, "I will finish the report by tomorrow."
A. He said that he would finish the report by tomorrow.
B. He said that he finishes the report by tomorrow.
C. He said that he had finished the report by tomorrow.
D. He said that he will finish the report by the next day.
Question 32. She asked, "Have you completed the assignment?"
A. She asked if I had completed the assignment.
B. She asked if I have completed the assignment.
C. She asked if I will complete the assignment.
D. She asked if I completed the assignment.
35. Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the
following questions 36. (0.5 point)
1. Then, destinations include the Grand Canyon, the Great Barrier Reef, Mount Everest, and
Victoria Falls. Also, these locations are famous for their breathtaking beauty.
2. Finally, to join the trip, please register by June 15th. Therefore, make sure to sign
up on time.
3. First, an upcoming trip will take you to see some of the world’s most incredible natural
wonders. Additionally, this adventure will provide a unique experience.
4. Next, the trip starts on July 1st and lasts for two weeks. Moreover, you will enjoy both guided
tours and free time to explore.
A. c-d-a-b B. c-a-d-b C. a-c-d-b D. c-d-b-a
Question 36.
1. More than 300 students attended the fair and enjoyed Vietnamese dishes, songs and games.
2. In my view, the day was a great success. All the attendees felt happy.
3. There were 30 stalls where various activities were offered.
4. Yesterday, our school organized the Spring Fair in the playground.
5. However, it would be better if we could make Banh Chung during the night.
A. d-a-c-b-e B. d-b-a-c-e C. b-d-a-e-c D. b-c-d-e-a
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. (1 point)