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I. Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from that of the others in the
same line and write A, B, C or D on your answer sheet.
1. A. planted B. lived C. stayed D. boiled
2. A. thank B. this C. think D. three
3. A. five B. night C. nine D. sit
II. Choose the word whose stress pattern is different from that of the others in the same line and write
A, B, C or D on your answer sheet.
4. A. teacher B. invite C. future D. funny
5. A. family B. solution C. symbolic D. attractive
PART B. VOCABULARY AND FRAMMAR
I. Supply the correct form of the verbs in brackets. Write the answers on your answer sheet.
6. I usually (read) _____________ newspapers in the morning.
7. They (talk) _____________ about sports last night.
8. He (wait) _____________ for his girlfriend at the airport since 2 p.m.
9. Mr. Hai doesn’t enjoy (watch) _____________ action films.
10. This test (do) _____________ more carefully, you would get better mark.
III. Choose the word or phrase that best fits the gap in each of the following sentences. Write A, B, C
or D on your answer sheet.
16. The Browns often go to _____________ cinema at weekends.
A. an B. a C. the D. x
th
17. Valentine’s Day is celebrated _____________ 14 February.
A. in B. on C. from D. by
18. He is interested in listening to "Cooking For You" by Den Vau, _____________?
A. isn’t be B. is he C. doesn’t he D. does he
19. Life in the city is _____________ than that in the countryside.
A. as convenient B. more convenient C. most convenient D. so convenient
20. The children came to class late _____________ it rained heavily.
A. in spite of B. although C. because D. because of
21. The 6.30 bus _____________ I often take to school, was late today.
A. that B. who C. whom D. which
22. Alex is talking to Tim:
- Alex: "I have bought you a toy. Happy birthday to you!” -Tim: “_____________”
A. The same to you! B. Hove a nice day!
C. What a lovely toy! Thanks. D. What a pity!
23. These traditional stories have been _____________ from parents to children over many generations.
A. passed down B. found out C. looked up D. got over
24. The government must _____________ measures to preserve our man-made wonders.
A. do B. lake C. gel D. make
25. Giving lucky money to the young at Tet is a common _____________ in many Asian countries.
A. practice B. behaviour C. tradition D. habit
PART C. READING
I. Read the following passage and choose the best answer A, B, C or D to fill in each gap. Write the
answers on your answer sheet.
Fathers used to act as the “breadwinner” of their family, and as the teacher of moral and religious
values. (31) _____________, those roles are gradually changing.
 More and more women are going out to work and (32) _____________ money. This increases the
budget of the family. Besides, there are various programmes assisting mothers financially. These
changes have greatly impacted the role of fathers because they make paternal financial support less
essential for (33) _____________ families.
With the (34) _____________ of financial support reduced, and with a changing concept of a
father’s role, modem fathers tend to be more involved in children's caregiving. They are now spending
more time and energy on their children.
Researches suggest that fatherly love helps children develop a sense of their place in die world,
which helps their social and emotional development. Moreover, children (35) _____________ receive
more love from their fathers are less likely to have behavioural problems.
31. A. Therefore B. So C. However D. Despite
32. A. lake B. gain C. earn D. get
33.A. each B. much C. little D. many
34. A. suffering B. severity C. intensity D. burden
35. A. who B. which C. whom D. where
II. Read the following passage and answer the questions by choosing the best answer A, B, C or D.
Write the answers on your answer sheet.
The environment is the natural world dial surrounds US, consisting of the air we breathe, the
water we drink, the land we live on, and the ecosystems dial support life. It is essential for the well-
being of all living beings on Earth.
One of the issues concerning the environment is climate change. Human activities, such as
burning fossil fuels and deforestation, contribute to the release of greenhouse gases, leading to global
warming and the change of ecosystems. Climate change has serious consequences, including extreme
weather events, sea-level rise, and the loss of biodiversity. Another important aspect of die environment
is pollution. Industrial activities, and the use of harmful chemicals contaminate die air, waler, and soil.
Pollution has negative effects on human health, wildlife, and the overall balance of ecosystems.
Preserving and protecting the environment requires collective actions. Conservation efforts, such
as sustainable resource management and afforestation, play a crucial role in reducing environmental
damage. Besides, individual actions, such as reducing waste, and adopting eco-friendly practices,
contribute to a more sustainable future. It is essential to raise awareness and educate the public about
environmental issues. By this way. individuals can make informed choices and lake steps to minimize
their ecological footprint.
36. Which of the following can be the best title for the passage?
A. The Importance of Environmental Preservation
B. Pollution and Its Impact on the Environment
C. Climate Change: A Global Crisis
D. Raising Awareness for a Sustainable Future
37. The word “It” in the first paragraph refers to _____________.
A. the air B. the environment C. life D. the land
38. According to paragraph 2, which of the following is NOT mentioned as the consequences of climate
change?
A. extreme weather events B. sea-level rise
C. reducing temperature D. the loss of biodiversity
39. The word “contaminate” is closest in meaning to _____________.
A. protect B. pollute C. destroy D. improve
40. According to the passage, pollution _____________.
A. contaminates the environment B. does not affect the air
C. has no effect on human health D. does not change ecosystems
PART D. WRITING
I. Rewrite each of the following sentences beginning as shown, so that the meaning stays the same.
41. Emily is food of doing yoga.
 Emily likes
42. Jack passed the exam because he studied so hard.
 Because of
43. It’s a pity that you can’t come to my party on Sunday.
 I wish you
44. "Let's eat out tomorrow.” said Jenny.
 Jenny suggested
45. People say that the Chinese discovered acupuncture thousands of years ago.
 Acupuncture is
II. Rewrite each of the following sentences using the given words so that it keeps the same meaning.
Do not change the form of the words given.
46. They started playing chess 2 hours ago. (HAVE)
 They
47. Ms. Nga is a nurse. She lives on the second floor. (WHO)
 Ms. Nga
48. The news was so bad that the lady got fainted. (SUCH)
 It
49. The manager complimented Linda on her work. (PAID)
 The manager
50. Ha sings the best in her group, doesn’t she? (ARE)
 No one