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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.
1. A. rained B. followed C. looked D. returned
2. A. flood B. pool C. school D. soon
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.
3. A. language B. massive C. explore D. fluency
4. A. water B. puppet C. enjoy D. colour
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 stress in each of the following questions.
5. ______ we had planned everything carefully, a lot of things went wrong.
A. Although B. However C. Despite D. Because
6. Khoa’s professor had him ______ his thesis many times before allowing him to present it to the
committee.
A. wrote B. writing C. write D. to written
7. He went to college to get ______ in business management.
A. formal training B. orientation C. expression D. suggestion
8. My sister will _________ a job in Ha Noi as soon as she graduates from university.
A. put on B. put up C. look for D. look after
9. She __________ to Ho Chi Minh City last year.
A. went B. has gone C. had gone D. goes
10. Thanks to the Internet, people these days can get the latest information in the most _________
and convenient way.
A. inexpensively B. expense C. inexpensive D. expensively
11. You have cleaned your bike, _____________?
A. have you B. do you C. haven’t you D. don’t you
12. Non la weaving is one thing that makes this village _______. More and more tourists visit the
village to see the making of Non la.
A. expensive B. beautiful C. comfortable D. well-known
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that is CLOSEST In
meaning to the underlined word(s) in the following sentence.
13. After her mother died, she was raised by her grandmother.
A. brought up B. came into C. grown up D. put up
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that is OPPOSITE in
meaning to the underlined word(s) in the following sentence.
14. I look up to my father for my whole life.
A. depend on B. underestimate C. disapprove D. disrespect
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best arrangement of the
sentences to make a meaningful dialogue in each of the following questions.
15.
a. Their Korean-inspired tacos are absolutely amazing!
b. Have you tried that new fusion restaurant downtown?
c. Not yet. What's their specialty?
A. c-a-b B. b-c-a C. a-c-b D. a-b-c
16.
a. Thanks! I’ve only been in town a few days, so I don’t know my way around.
b. Excuse me. Could you tell me where the nearest bus stop is?
c. Oh, I know how you feel!
d. Yes, it’s that way. Go straight on until you see the traffic lights then turn left.
A. c-a-b-d B. b-d-a-c C. a-b-c-d D. d-c-b-a
17.
a. It talked about the immense pressure we face to excel in so many areas of life.
b. No, I haven't seen it. What did it cover?
c. Hey, did you catch that new documentary about the challenges facing teens today?
d. I know what you mean. It feels like we have to be perfect at everything.
e. Exactly! And then there's the constant social media scrutiny. It's exhausting.
A. c-a-b-d-e B. b-a-c-e-d C. c-b-a-d-e D. b-c-a-e-d
Read the following announcement and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to
indicate the best option that fits each of the numbered blanks from 18 to 20.
Charles School
Learn English in one of our three schools for the best experience at the lowest (18) _____. Choose
from London, Oxford or Cambridge. Practise your English, (19) _____ friends and see England!
1. General English: Improve your speaking, listening, reading and writing.
2. Intensive course: 31 hours per week, Monday - Thursday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Friday 9 pm.-12 p.m.
3. Part-time course: 15 hours per week, Monday - Friday, mornings, afternoons (20) ____ evenings.
 Mornings: 9 a.m.-l 2 p.m.
 Afternoons: 2-5 p.m.
 Evenings: 5-8 p.m.
4. Exam preparation: Extra focus on grammar and vocabulary, and exam practice: 19 hours per
week, Monday to Thursday 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Friday 9 a.m.-l 2 p.m.
18. A. value B. expectation C. risks D. costs
19. A. meet B. build C. keep D. make
20. A. and B. or C. except D. include
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
best option that fits each of the numbered blanks from 21 to 25.
The tourist industry (21) _____ to be the world's largest industry. The direct economic impact of the
industry, including accommodation, transportation, entertainment, and attractions, is worth trillions
of dollars every year. The statistics show that the number of international tourist arrivals worldwide
(22) _____ 1.04 billion in 2012.
Such large numbers of (23) _____, however, are beginning to cause problems. For example, in the
Alps, thousands of skiers (24) _____ the mountains they come to enjoy. Even parts of Mount
Everest in the Himalayas are reported to be covered with old food tins, tents, and pieces of
equipment that have been thrown away.
Now there is a new holiday guide called Holidays That Don't Cost the Earth. It tells you how you
can be a responsible tourist by (25) _____ your travel agent or your tour operator the right questions
before you book a holiday.
21. A. consider B. is considered C. are considered D. is considering
22. A. reached B. came C. went D. experienced
23. A. tours B. touristic C. tourism D. tourists
24. A. destroy B. will destroy C. are destroying D. destroyed
25. A. ask B. to ask C. asked D. asking
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 questions.
Sa Pa – A Beautiful Mountain Destination
Sa Pa is a famous tourist destination in northern Vietnam, known for its breathtaking landscapes
and rich cultural diversity. Located in Lao Cai Province, this mountainous town attracts visitors with
its terraced rice fields, cool climate, and stunning views of the Hoang Lien Son mountain range. The
town is also home to many ethnic minority groups, such as the H’Mong, Dao, and Tay, who have
preserved their traditional customs and lifestyles.
One of the most popular attractions in Sa Pa is Fansipan, the highest mountain in Vietnam, often
called the "Roof of Indochina." Many adventurers come to Sa Pa to trek to the summit or take the
cable car for a breathtaking view. The town also has beautiful waterfalls, lush valleys, and lively
markets where visitors can experience local culture and cuisine.
Sa Pa is not only a place of natural beauty but also a cultural hub. Tourists can explore ethnic
villages, participate in traditional festivals, and learn about the unique crafts and textiles made by
local artisans. The famous Love Market, held on weekends, is a special event where young people
from different ethnic groups gather to socialize and find potential life partners.
In recent years, tourism in Sa Pa has grown rapidly, bringing both benefits and challenges. While
tourism provides income for local people, it also affects the environment and traditional ways of life.
Efforts are being made to promote sustainable tourism and protect the town’s natural and cultural
heritage for future generations.
26. What is the main topic of the passage?
A. The history of Lao Cai Province
B. The development of Vietnam’s tourism industry
C. The attractions and culture of Sa Pa
D. The traditional crafts of ethnic minorities
27. The word "breathtaking" in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to _____.
A. Ordinary B. Boring C. Stunning D. Small
28. Which of the following is NOT true about Sa Pa?
A. It is located in northern Vietnam.
B. Fansipan is the highest mountain in Vietnam.
C. The Love Market is held every day in Sa Pa.
D. Tourism has both positive and negative effects on the town.
29. What is Fansipan often called?
A. The Heart of Vietnam B. The Roof of Indochina
C. The Pearl of the North D. The King of Mountains
30. What can tourists do in Sa Pa to experience local culture?
A. Visit ethnic villages and join traditional festivals
B. Go swimming in the ocean
C. Watch modern city performances
D. Participate in international music concerts
31. Why is sustainable tourism important for Sa Pa?
A. To attract more tourists to the region
B. To protect the town’s environment and cultural heritage
C. To build more modern hotels and restaurants
D. To replace traditional customs with new lifestyles
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best arrangement of the
sentences to make a meaningful paragraph in the following question.
32.
a. Skyscrapers and shopping centers have replaced historical buildings and local markets.
b. The modern cityscape has transformed dramatically over the past decade.
c. While development brings economic opportunities, it also raises concerns about cultural
preservation.
d. Finding the balance between progress and preservation remains the city's greatest challenge.
e. Many residents struggle to adapt to these rapid changes in their neighborhoods.
A. b-d-c-a-e B. b-a-c-e-d C. b-a-c-d-e D. b-d-c-e-a
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the
following questions.
33. The problem of urbanization, that is not new to developing countries, is not easy to solve.
A. problem B. that C. developing D. easy
34. She were walking along the country road when suddenly the wind blew her hat off.
A. were walking B. country road C. blew D. off
35. The more you practise, the fluently you can speak.
A. more B. practise C. fluently D. speak
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in
meaning to the given one.
36. He wanted to know if I spoke any foreign languages.
A. “Do you want to speak any foreign languages?”
B. “Did you speak any foreign languages?”
C. “If you speak any foreign languages, I want to know.”
D. “Do you speak any foreign languages?”
37. The school I studied at last year was better than this one.
A. This school is not as good as my last one.
B. This school was not as good as my last one.
C. I studied in a good as my last one.
D. My last school is not as good as this one.
38. When they arrived, all the good seats were already taken.
A. They didn’t get good seats because they arrived too late.
B. They arrived early enough to get good seats.
C. They had to stand for the whole show.
D. They didn’t get good seats although they arrived early.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines the
two given ones.
39. The burglar broke into the house at two o'clock. That was the time everyone was having a
sleepover party.
A. The burglar broke into the house at two a.m. when everyone was having a sleepover party.
B. The burglar broke into the house at two a.m. while everyone was having a sleepover party.
C. The burglar broke up the house at two a.m. while everyone was having a sleepover party.
D. The burglar broke into the house at two a.m. while everyone were having a sleepover party.
40. The singer danced and sang well. The audience screamed very loud.
A. The more good the singer danced and sang, the louder the audience screamed.
B. The better the singer danced and sang, the louder the audience screamed.
C. The better the singer dance and sing, the louder the audience screamed.
D. The better the singer danced and sang, the louder the audience scream.