Đề 9 D. Cherry blossoms are one of the greatest attractions of Japan.

I. Phonetics. (1.0 point) III. Give the correct tense or form of the verbs in brackets. (0,5 point)
Choose the word (A, B, C, or D) whose underlined part is pronounced 1.If Lan (want) to focus on her homework, she should turn off the TV
differently (0.6 point) 2.I (make) a presentation when the microphone stopped working.
1.A. visited B. handed C. congested D. preserved 3. My father ( decorate) this Christmas tree since last week.
2.A. bustling B. underground C. surgeon D. unreliable 4. Do you mind (not talk) about the past in such a negative way?
3. A. remind B. agree C. forum D. turn 5.The teacher advised that we (access) the Internet for extra information about our
Choose the word (A, B, C, or D) whose main stress is different from the others(0.4 lecture.
point) IV. Identify the underlined word or phrase that must be changed to make the
4. A. construction B. paradise C.schoolwork D.
sentence correct. (0.5 point)
immigrant
5. A. outdoors B. suburb C. metro D. hotel 1. Getting enough sleep is important in order not fall asleep in class.
II.Choose the word, phrase or expression which is the best to complete each sentence. A B C D
2.They advised that we turned off our smartphones while they are charging to
(2.0 points)
protect the battery. A B C
1. Teaching is a _____ job, especially when you see your students grow up and D
succeed. A B C D
A. stressful B. Boring C. well-paid D. rewarding 3. If you like chicken, I recommend eat at the restaurant opposite our office
2. Nam is very interested in history, and he remembers a lot of historical
A B C D
______and dates.
A. traditions B. events C. anniversaries D. practices 4. Farmers should plough their fields carefully; however, they will not have a
3.I want to go straight to work after school; _____, most available vocational bumper crop.
courses are not very practical. A B C D
A. because B. However C. although D. therefore 5.The more vehicles on the road,the worse the traffic congestion become during
4. Parents may expect their children to study for a job _____ they like rather than peak hours.
one that their children like. A B C
A. what B. whose C. when D. which D
5. My students usually go _______ their homework before they hand it in. V. Choose the word from the box to complete the following paragraph.
A. into B. over C. in D. up (1point)
6. I paid ________ attention, and I didn’t hear what the others were saying.
on which visit connected more
A. much B. a lot of C. little D. a little
7. John: “___________” - Mr. Harris: “Not at all, please take it.” The Harbour of Rio de Janeiro is one of the largest bays on Earth and is considered
A. May I have this seat, please? B. Excuse me, sir, is this seat taken? one of the seven natural wonders of the world. It is located in the city of Rio de
C. Any chance this seat is free soon? D. Is it alright if I stand here instead? Janeiro (1) ___the southeastern coastline of Brazil. It is also known as Guanabara
Choose the phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part. Bay. The harbour is surrounded by mountains and is (2)………… to the sea via a
8. I felt like I grew up a lot after the trip to Australia without my parents. series of channels.
A. stayed up B. became much stronger C. got up D. became more mature
The major attraction of this natural wonder is its tropical climate, which attracts
Choose the word that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part.
9.My mother has a great love for cleaning the kitchen. tourists from all over the world. It also has some beautiful beaches and lush forests
A. access B. connection C. stress D. disgust (3) _____ provide recreation areas for visitors. Additionally, the mouth of the
10. Choose the correct sentence A, B, C, or D. harbour is unique because it resembles (4)……. of a river than a bay. This is the
A. Cherry blossom is one of the greatest attractions of Japan. reason why the city has its name Rio de Janeiro, which means “River of January”.
B. Cherry blossoms are one of the greatest attracts of Japan. September and October are the best months to (5) _____ the Harbour of Rio de
C. Cherry blossoms are one greatest attraction of Japan. Janeiro. At this time, the weather is fairly nice, and there are not as many people as
in the summer months. 1. It’s nearly 8 months since I went to the cinema with my friends.
VI. Read the passage and choose the best answer. (1.0 point) I haven’t …………………………………………………………….………
Digital technologies have remarkably changed teenagers’ life and work both 2. My sister is too shy. She can’t be an MC. (such…..that)
positively and negatively. According to UNICEF, 71% of 15-24-year-olds are .......................................................................................................................
online and one third of Internet users are under 18 years old. 3. Russel stayed in a hotel in Bui Vien Street. It is one of the best streets for
foreign tourists. (using relative pronoun to combine these two sentences)
Teenagers benefit from the advances in technology. They have various devices like
………………………………………………………………………………………
computers, tablets, smartphones, and applications to improve the ways they learn, ……..
broaden their relationships, and spend their leisure time. They have more 4. Lan: “Are you interested in visiting Phu Quoc Island, Tom?”.
opportunities to learn, get access to information, and use different communication Lan asked……………………………………………………………..
channels inexpensively. 5. The library is modern, so it is attractive to teenagers.
However, they also face many risks. First, there is a concern about children’s The more............................................................................................................
physical and mental health. Statistics show that teens spend less time doing VIII. Rearrange the given words to make complete sentences. (1.0 point)
physical activities, and many more teens suffer from obesity, bone and eye
1. How many /have you / English / translated from/ books/ into Vietnamese?
problems. Moreover, teens are also at risk of visiting websites which promote self-
harm or suicide. In fact, cyber-bullying on the Internet has become more serious ……………………………………………………………………………………
than bullying at school. 2. I don’t / who / to ask / about my / future career./ know / for advice/
Schools and parents should guide children so that they can use devices wisely and
………………………………………………………………………………………
not become victims of those devices and technologies. 3. to add / about the /some information / Tom promised/ his presentation./ past to /
1. The passage is mainly about _____. ………………………………………………………………………………………
A. the benefits of digital technologies B. the risks of digital technologies
C. the future of digital technologies D. the pros and cons of digital 3. with them. /I wish / complaining / a heart-to-heart /about / he stopped / his
technologies parents/ and had / conversation /
2. What does the word “They” in paragraph 2 refer to?
………………………………………………………………………………………
A. Teenagers B. Devices C. Ways D. Activities
3. What does the writer say about ONE of the benefits of digital technologies? …
5. to protect /One way/people’s awareness/to raise /of the need /our Earth /is to
A. Teens can change relationships frequently. B.Teens spend more on
follow / /the 3Rs./
communication costs.
………………………………………………………………………………………
C. Information is more available to teens. D. Teens have more leisure
…….
activities.
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4. What is the phrase “at risk” in paragraph 3 closest in meaning to?
I. Phonetics
A. in danger B. in fear C. by chance D. on occasion
a.Find the word which has a different sound in the part underlined.(0,6 point)
5. What does the writer say about cyber-bullying?
1. A astronauts B. tutors C. imitates D. handicrafs
A. It is more frequent now than in the past.
2.A. calm B.artisan C. fabulous D.
B. Bullying in cyber space is more serious than that offline.
standard
C. There are more cases of bullying at school than in cyber space.
3.A. changed B. technical C. stomach D.
D. Cyber-bullying promotes suicide and self-harm.
architect
VII. Rewrite the following sentences as directed (using the suggested words)
b. Choose the word whose stress pattern is different from the others.(0,4
so that the meanings stay the same. (1.0 point)
point)
4. A. temple B. campus C. pursue D. Promise A B C D
5. A. destination B. opportunity C. television D. Economics 2. He was punished because he did the test careless yesterday.
II. Choose a correct answer (A, B, C, or D) to complete these sentences. (1 A B C D
point) 3. Do you know anybody whose wants to translate this novel into English.
1. The _______ he gets, the _______ he becomes. A B C D
A. more old, more experienced B. older, experienced 4. He asked the guide if he can take a photo inside the cave
C. more older; more experienced D. older, more experienced A B C D
2. This city looks like a _____ jungle with ugly buildings and almost no parks. 5. John has suggested to meet at six, and that’s OK by me.
A. green B. loveable C. tropical D. A B C D
concrete READING (2 points)
3. We are encouraging the people in our community to cut _____ on plastic bags. I. Choose the best word from the box to fill in each gap in the following
A. out B. down C. around D. back passage. (1.0 point)
4.________ living in the city has many advantages, there are some disadvantages, congestion peaceful safe liveable
too. their itchy
A. Despite B. Even though C. Thus D. While
5. Phong: Who's that man over there? - Tom: He's the scientist _______ research Mia lives in a small town. In the past, there were not many people living in the
on the history of English won the first prize last year. town, so it was rather quiet and (1) _______. Nowadays, it is totally different. The
A. which B. Who C. Whose D. what more crowded the town is, the less (2) _______ it becomes. Crime rates are
6. She _______ Italian when she was living in Rome. increasing quickly. Moreover, many car drivers don't obey traffic rules, so they
A. picked out B. picked on C. picked up D. indirectly cause traffic (3) _______. Construction sites are everywhere in the town.
picked off The dust and dirt from these sites have caused many problems for people's health,
7. _______, farmers used buffalo-driven carts to transport agricultural products. for example (4) _______ eyes, runny noses, and acne. All these things make Mia
A. Tradition B. Traditional C. Traditionally D. feel that her town is not as (5) _______ as before.
Untraditional Answer:
8. - May I give you a hand?
- ___________________. II. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the
A. Yes, I'd love to. B. Thank you. You are so kind. correct answer to each of the questions ( 1.0 point).
C. Yes, give me. D. I'm not sure.
9. My grandfather is a skilful _______; he can make unique vases. Today, computers are widely used and can be found n a variety of settings,
A. artisan B. worker C. employee D. including homes, offices, shops, hospitals, and schools. People rely on computers
maker
10. My parents don't know _____ to put the big sofa. so heavily that many of them get frustrated and cannot work when computers are
A. where B. who C. what D. how "down". Nowadays, computers are so essential that they are utilised for
III. Give the correct form of the verbs in brackets (1 point)
everything from entertainment to navigation.
1. Your brother usually (1. go) to work early to advoid trafic jams ?
Computers of today are much quicker, cheaper, and smaller than those of the past.
2. The children always look forward to ( 2. receive) toys from their parents.
3. While I was washing the dishes, Sam (3.not do) anything. Many modern computers are so small that they are the size of a deck of cards.
4. She (4.not meet) her cousin since she (5.leave) school. Users can work from a variety of settings thanks to notebook computers, also
Your answers known as "ultra-lights," and hand-held Personal Data Assistants (PDAs). These
Part IV. Identify the underlined word or phrase that must be changed to
make the sentence correct (1 point). computers' ability to connect to several networks allows users to access
1. Safer a city is, the more liveable it becomes. information from any location with greater ease and control over their time.
Future computers will be smaller and faster than current models. They may have …………………………………………………….........................…………………
"smart" or artificial intelligence features like expert intelligence, neural network 5. She and her classmates have a friendly relationship. (get on with)
pattern recognition, or natural language capabilities, and they may be as small as ………………………………………………………………………………………
II. Rearrange the following sentences:(1,0 point)
coins. These features will make it simpler for users to interface with computers
and manage a large amount of data from fax, email, Internet, and phone sources. 1. / the shopping mall is, / attractive / The bigger / it is to teenagers./ the more /
Wearable computers, DNA computers, virtual reality gadgets, quantum ………………………………………………………………………………………
computers, and optical computers are just a few examples of the cutting-edge ……………….
applications that are emerging today. 2. / she tried to introduce / As an exchange student, / customs / to foreign friends./
1. Why do people become frustrated when computers stop working? her country's traditions and /
A. Because people are dependent on computers. ………………………………………………………………………………………
B. Because they do not like computers. ………………
C. Because computers are too expensive. 3. / to balance life and study,/ it is important / If we want / to manage our time
D. Because they find computers too complicated. effectively./ for us /
2. What is the advantage of using notebook computers and PDAs? ………………………………………………………………………….
A. They are cheaper than other computers. ……………………………
B. They are much faster and more powerful than other computers.
C. They are more portable and can be used in different settings. 4. / The world famous / in Viet Nam . / Ha Long Bay / one of /
D. They are easier to connect to the Internet. is probably / the most fabulous natural Wonders /
3. The word "hand-held" in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to ……………………………………………………………………
A. little B. big C. short D. long …………………
4. The word "They" in paragraph 3 refers to 5./ is a rewarding job,/ especially / Teaching /when you see / become succeed./
A. models B. future computers C. language capabilities D. your students /grow up and /
features ………………………………………………………………………………………
5. What is the purpose of the passage? …………………………………………………………………………………….
A. To persuade people to buy computers. Đề 11
B. To inform readers about the history of computers and their future. PART B: PHONETIC,VOCABULARY AND GRAMMAR ( 4 pt)
C. To describe how computers work. I. a.Mark the letter A, B, c or D to indicate the word whose underlined part is
D. To inform readers about the popularity and future of computers. pronounced differently from that of the rest in each of the following questions.
Your answers 1. 2. 3. 4. (0,6 pt)
WRITING (2,0 points) 1. A.construction B. cultural C. rush-hour
D. crucial
I. Rewrite these sentences so that it has the same meaning as the root ones. (1.0 2. A. practised B. finished C. naked
point) D. developed
1 "Are you participating in Clean-up Day next week?" my mum asked. 3. A. suggestion B. pollution C. application
My mum asked me D. location
……………………………………………………………………………….…… b. Mark the letter A, B, c or D to indicate the word that differs from the rest
2 Glaciers form in very cold places. They are large bodies of moving ice. ( which ) in the position of the main stress in each of the following questions. (0,4pt)
Glaciers, ………………………………………………………………… 4. A.television B.economic C.electrician
3. I have little time to chat with my friends every day. 5. A. attraction B. village C.suburb
I wish .....................................................................................................................
4. He was a decisive doctor. He was able to save the patient with his quick II. Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the
decision. (such) following questions. (1pt)
1.There are too many high buildings with overpopulation. It looks a ………….
A.public amenity B.sky train C.metro D.concrete jungle 2.The hardest the students work at school, the higher marks they get.
2.Bun Bo, Hu Tieu and Banh Cay are examples of famous Vietnamese………. A B C D
A.artisan B. souvenir C. speciality D. handicaft
3……..goverment should build more nursing homes for ………….old. 3.It was such an expensive furniture that we couldn’t buy it .
A. a/a B. a/an A B C D
C. the/the D. a/the 4.I asked Peter where he would spend his holiday next summer.
4 .The boy walked around the market to ……….what is there. A B C D
A. come back B. turn up C. take care of D. look 5.The house which roof was damaged in the storm is being repaired now.
around A B C D
5. I hurt my hand while I …………dinner last night. PART C: READING (2pt)
A. cooked B. am cooking D. was cooking C. cook I. Choose the best word from the box to complete the following paragraph. (1pt)
6.People from countries………..do not share a common language use English to which people from traditional was in
work together effectively. The first dozen Chinese labourers arrived from Singapore in Adelaide in 1847 to
A. which B. who C. whose work as indentured shepherds. Many Chinese (1)……………….disembarked in
D. whom the port towns of South Australia before travelling overland to the Victorian
7.I suggest that you…………..the directions carefully before assembling the goldfields due to immigration restrictions in Victoria.
computer.
A. should read B. would read C. will read Chinatown in Adelaide began to grow in the 1970s and 1980s with the influx of
D. could read Asian migrants particularly (2)………………..Vietnam. Produce (3)
8. - Susan: “……………….?” ……………… sold at the Central Market by market gardeners and this began the
- Ally: A balanced diet is crucial. Fruits, veggies, whole grains, and lean growth of the Asian food shops and cafés in the area. Pagoda style roofs, red
proteins are great choices. Avoid junk food, like chips and soda. lanterns, restaurants and grocery stores are found on Moonta Street, (4)
A. What should we eat to be healthy B. How do you live ………………. is the centre of Chinatown. Paifang, which is a type of (5)
C. What do you earn for a living D. What are you ……………..Chinese archway, are at the opposite entrances of Moonta street and
are guarded by Chinese lion statues which were donated by the Adelaide city
working
council and by the Chinese government.
9. Don’t put too……….sugar in the orange juice. It is not good for your health.
A. much B. many C. few D. little II. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the
10. Choose the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined correct answer to each of the questions. (1pt)
part in each of the sentences. The life in city is bustling nowadays, the high cost of living requires city dwellers,
It’s always dangerous on the metro. Pickpocketing sometimes takes place. especially those with low income, to work harder or to take part-time jobs. For
A. unsafe B. careful C. secure D. expensive many people, daily life typically involves getting up in the early morning to do
III. Give the correct tense or form of the verbs in brackets. (1pt) exercise in public parks, preparing for a hard day of working and studying, then
1. Mary and I (go)………….. to Tay Ho village on holiday at the moment. travelling along crowded boulevards or narrow streets filled with motor scooters
2. If he (study)………… hard on English,he will pass the final exam. and returning home late at night. They usually live in large houses, high-rise
3.I recommend (eat)………………….at the restaurant opposite our office. apartment blocks or even in small rental rooms equipped with modem facilities,
4.This is the first time for Alice (try)…………… Com Lang Vong in Viet Nam. like the Internet,telephone, television, and so on. Industrialization and
5. He said he (stop)…………….drinking alcohol the next year. modernization, as well as global integration, have big impacts on lifestyle in
IV. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the underlined part that needs cities.The most noticeable impact is the Western style of clothes. The “Aodai”-
correction in each of the following questions. (1pt) Vietnamese traditional clothes - is no longer regularly worn in Vietnamese
women’s daily life. Instead, jeans, T-shirts and fashionable clothes are widely
1.If Lucia is here now, she must find out the truth about her uncle’s accident. preferred.
A B C D 1. What is the main idea of the passage?
 A.Advantages of living in the city C.Typical life of a city dweller 5. attracts climbers / Mount Everest, which is/ between China and Nepal,/ on the
border/of all ages./ placed/
B.Differences between country life and D.Life in the city ………………………………………………………………………………………
city life ……………………………………………
2. The most important reason why people move to the city is ……….
A.to have busy days C.to look for a better life Đề 12
B.to take part-time jobs D.to look for a complicated life I. Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently. (0.6 pt)
3. The word “impacts” in paragraph is closest in meaning to …………. 1. A. passed B. realized C. wished D. touched
A. force B. action C. situation D. effect
2. A. feature B. pottery C. treatment D. downtown
4. Industrialization and modernization may lead to _________.
A.the disappearance of Western-styled C.the fact that women no longer wear 3. A. deadline B. optimistic C. inform D. minimise
clothes Ao dai
B.changes in lifestyles D.global integration Find the word which has a different position of the main stress. (0.4 pt)
5.According to the passage, city life can offer city dwellers all of the following 1. A. happen B. preserve C. advise D. agree
things NOT TRUE ………. 2. A. intelligent B. population C. opportunity D. Economic
A.modem facilities C.the Internet
B.friendly communication with D.a
neighbors variety of jobs in different fields II. Circle the best option A,B,C or D to complete the sentence. (1.0 pt)
1. He is bilingual _________ English and French.
PART D : WRITING(2pt) A. in B. on C. at D. for
I. Finish the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first 2. The boys never like playing games very much, ____________?
one, beginning with the given words. (1pt) A. do they B. does he C. don’t they D.
1. I don’t have enough money to visit London and Windsor Castle. doesn’t he
I wish…………………………………………………………………
3. My father advised ____________ too far.
2. Unless we use less fossil fuel, they will be run out soon.
If ……………………………………………………………………. A. me did not swim B. me do not swim C. me not to swim D. I did not swim
3. .“I’ll drive you to the airport.” John said to Linda.. 4. Is that the man ________ was broken into two days ago?
John insisted…………………………………………………. A. whose house B. who’s house C. the house of whom D. of whom the
4. English is a language . It is widely used in international communication . house
(use relative pronoun) 5. We need to protect our ________ resourees.
……………………………………………………………………… A. natural B. nature C. naturally D. natures
5. You use much electricity, your bill will be high.
6. Pesticides can affect the whole ______ by entering plants first, then insects and
The more………………………………………………………………………
II. Put the words and phrases in the right order to make meaningful people.
sentences. (1pt) A. flora and fauna B. food chain C. habitat D. food tour
1. in the world. / English / which people use / is the language / the most/ 7. I suggested ________ to work by car.
……………………………………………………………………………………. A. went B. going C. to go D. gone
2. try riding / in my trip / I used to / to Canada ./ a horse/ 8. The Historical Museum is becoming_______crowded.
……………………………………………………………………………………. A. much and more B. more and more C. much and much D. more and
3. with fire. / It was careless / to let your children / of you / play
much
……………………………………….………………………………………….
4. Despite / she / a successful woman./ a physical handicap, / has become / 9. I suffer from depression and anxiety, but I don’t know _____ to get over my
having / problems.
……………………………………………………………………………………. A. what B. which C. where D. how
10. George: “Need a hand with your suitcase, Jane.” - Jane: “____________” VI. Read the letter from Duong to Jenny, and choose the best answer. (1.5
A. That’s very kind of you B. Not a chance C. I don’t believe D. Well points)
done! Dear Jenny,
III. Give the correct tense or form of the verbs in brackets. (1.0 point) It's great to learn that you have been granted a scholarship to study at
1. We (walk) ________________ down the hill when we saw the old castle. Queens' College, a prestigious part of Cambridge University, and that you will be
2. I wish I (have) _________ more time to spend at the Viet Nam National Village able to pursue your dream of becoming a biologist. Congrats!
for Ethnic Culture and Tourism. I have been accepted to the maths class at Ha Noi High School - one of the
3. ______ you (ever / make) ___________ a handicraft item? best schools in Ha Noi. I love maths and I hope to become a mathematician one
4. We all decided (choose) ________ the Return to the Past class. day. I know the route ahead is not smooth because I will have to take courses in
5. At the momment, they (work)_____________ at the laboratory maths, physics, and even in computing. My dad said I need not only a bachelor's
IV. Mark the letter to indicate the word whose underlined part that needs degree, but ideally a doctoral one if I want to get a good job. I would love to work
correction. (1.0pt) at the Institute of Mathematics like my dad because, due to his work at the
1. The Pikes put away their trip because of bad weather. institute, he has also been invited to teach in several universities in France.
A B C D Alternatively, I can choose applied mathematics and work in finance for an
2.The confident and positive you look, the better you will feel. international company. Moreover, my mother said I also need soft skills like
A B C D teamwork skills, interpersonal skills, and communication skills to do either of
3.That new 3D printer is such expensive that my company cannot afford it. those jobs. Luckily, my new school provides many extracurricular classes which
A B C D I can take part in to relax and to pick up those skills.
4. Scientists suggest that people not taking plants and animals to other countries. Anyway, there is plenty of time for me to make detailed plans. I've decided
A B C D to take a break for a while.
5. Ms Ngoc, which is a famous doctor, has saved a lot of people's lives. Wish you were here to go with me to Da Nang.
A B C D Duong
V. Complete the passage by filling each blank with a suitable word. (1.0 pt) 1. Jenny is going to study at Queens' College because ______________________.
A. she has been granted a scholarship B. she wants to study biology
known - area - into - Moreover - population there
Viet Nam is a country in the South East Asia. It has an (1)……….. of C. it's a prestigious college in the UK D. all of the above
329,566 sq km. It is divided (2)………. three regions. Hanoi is the capital city and 2. Which of the following is most likely NOT true of Ha Noi High School?
Ho Chi Minh City is one of the biggest cities of Viet Nam. The (3 )……….. of A. It's one of the best schools in Ha Noi.
Viet Nam is over 90 million. It has an age-old culture and a long tradition of B. It has also non-academic subjects.
fighting against foreign invaders. Viet Nam is now a member country of ASEAN C. It merely focuses on providing knowledge.
and many other international organizations such as APEC, WTO, and TTP. Viet D. It provides both good knowledge and skills.
Nam exports rice, coffee and many other farm products. Viet Nam has lots of 3. Duong wants to work in the institude of Mathematics because______________.
tourist attractions and World Heritage Sites such as Ha Long Bay, Phong Nha A. he can earn a lot of money B. he can travel to many countries
Cave, Hoi An ancient town. And it is now (4)................ as a safe and attractive C. his dad is a mathematician D. he loves mathematics
destination for tourists from all over the world. ( 5) ……………. , they prefer to 4. He intends to obtain ______________________.
visit Viet Nam because Vietnamese people are very friendly and hospitable. They A. a doctoral degree only B. a doctoral degree and the
are very proud of their country. They have been trying hard to build it into a necessary skills
powerful and prosperous one.
C. a bachelor's degree and the necessary skills D. a master's degree and the Part I. Phonetics (1 point)
necessary skills Circle the word (A, B, C, or D) whose underlined part is pronounced differently
5. An example of soft skills can be ______________________.
1.A. adore B. accent C. astronomy D.
A. driving a car B. communication skillsC. knowledge D. a sense of
applied
humour
6. The word extracurricular mostly means ______________________. 2. A. raised B. looked C. laughed
A. academic B. compulsory C. additional D. D. liked
outside
3. A. confusion B. explosion C. persuasion D. extension
VII. Rewrite the following sentences using given words. (1.0 pt)
1. "You buy this music player for his birthday,” her cousin said (that) Circle the word (A, B, C, or D) whose main stress is different from the others
→ Her cousin said that.....
4. A. opportunity B. competitive C. communicate
……………………………………………………………….
D. unfortunate
2. I don't have good eye-hand coordination. I can't be a good surgeon. (because)
→ I can't .....……………………………………………………………… 5. A. ahead B. delay C. tonight
3. I am sorry, I don't understand the instructions on the packet.
→ I wish………………………………………………………………. Part II. Choose the word, phrase or expression which is the best to complete
4. The Taronga Zoo is located in Sydney. It is home to over 4,000 animals. each sentence (2 points)
(which) 1. To most people, _______ living means both physical and mental health are
→ The Taronga Zoo, ..... functioning well together.
……………………………………………………………….
5. The boy was very lazy. He ordered his home robot to do homework for him. (so) A. healthy B. unhealthy C. health D.
→ The boy was .....………………………………………………………………. healthily
VIII. Rearrange the order of the given words to make complete sentences.
(1.0 point) 2. The school counsellor advises the students ________ their study and play time.
1. collecting coins/ My father said that/ very much./ he liked/
……………………………………………………………………….. A.to do B. to balance C. to learn D. to pick up
2. understand / My pronunciation / is much better, / almost everything. / and I can /
3. Students have to ________ their time by planning their schedule and giving
…………………………………………………………………………………
priority to their work.
3. that/ the number of daily / be limited / We suggest / by the government. /
visitors A. manage B. waste C. managing
should/ D. bring
……………………………………………………………………………………
4. My grandfather,/ten years./has been/for/retired/who/an astronaut, /be/used to/ 4. Maintaining a ________ life often means making time for the things you have to
……………………………………………………………………………… do , as well as the things you want to do in a suitable way.
5. We / are / now. / our environment / is terribly polluted / disappointed / that /
………………………………………………………………………………….. A. educational B. mental C. well- balanced
Đề 13 D. social
5. She's in poor health, but she's _______ about her future. 4. I think you should spend more time (improve) _____________ your
pronunciation.
A. optimistic B. negative C. pleased
5. she ( do)………………………….her homewwork since 4 o’clock
D. unhappy
Part IV. Identify the underlined word or phrase that must be changed to
6. There are too many _______ in this classroom it's hard for me to pay attention make the sentence correct (1 point)
to the lesson.
31. They had to teach her how she constructed a logical argument
A. difficulties B. distractions C. obstacles D. omissions A B C D
7. He was in a good _______ when he got home from school. 32. Each of the members of the group are made to write a report every week.
A B C D
A. mind B. feeling C. attitude 33. She studied very well although her difficult living conditions.
D. mood
A B C D
8. The sky train is _______ with commuters at rush hour. 34. Thousands of people are going starving because of the failure of this year’s harvest.
A B C D
A. packed B. full C. busy D. 35 . The information I got from the assistant was such confusing that I didn’t know wha
interesting A B C D
to do.
9. Louise has learnt a poem ______________________ - she can remember all of
it. Part V. Choose a suitable word from the box to fill in each gap to complete the
passage. (1.0 point )
A. compulsory B. academic C. by heart D. by
1 instance 2. minds 3. fairness qualities 5. keep.
memory
A woman can be a president. A good president needs to be drug free,
Choose the most suitable response A, B, C, or D to complete each of the make good choices, (1) __________ promises, follow the laws, and do other
following exchanges. good things to help the world. Women have all these (2) __________. They do a
job just as well as men because they are just as smart as men. For (3) __________
10. Mary: “Shall we have a drink when you finish your talk?”
, there is a governor in New Jersey and she is terrific. Women are equal to
John: “ ______” men, and should have the same opportunities as men. Most people say, “Well what
about their kids?” Think about it. Men are responsible for their kids just as much
A. No, you can’t B. All right C. You’re welcome D. You
as women are. A woman won’t run president if she has small kids and needs to
needn’t do that
stay with them. She’ll run when she gets older because her kids will be older. Hope
Part III. Give the correct tense or form of the verbs in brackets (0,5 point) that people will change their (4) __________ and give them a chance because
they’re there to do their jobs. The state wants (5) __________ and I think that is
1. when they (finish).................................... our dinner, they will out for a walk fair.
2. She advised me (change)....................................................my present job. Part VI. Read the passage and circle the best answer A, B or C. (1 point)
3. What you (do) ____________ at the moment? THE GREAT HANSHIN EARTHQUAKE
 The Great Hanshin earthquake, or the Kobe earthquake as its is more 2.The girl is excellent. I met her at the meeting yesterday.
commonly known overseas, was an earthquake in Japan that measured 7.3 on the
 The girl ……………………………………….
Japan Meteorological Agency magnitude scale. It occurred on Jannuary 17th, 1995
at 5:46 a.m. in the souther part of Hyōgo Prefecture, and lasted for approximately 3 Living in the city is much more expensive than living in the countryside.
20 seconds. The epicentre of the earthquake was on the northern end of Awaji
Island near Kobe, a cosmopolitan city of over 1.5 milion people. A total of 6,434 → Living in the countryside
people, mainly in the city of Kobe, lost their lives. Additionally, it caused _______________________________________________.
approximately ten trillion yen in damage. It was the worst earthquake in Japan
since the Great Kantō earthquake in 1923, which claimed 140,000 lives. 4. . I don't know how I can get to the swimming pool.

1. The word ‘overseas’ in the text is closest in meaning to ………… → ______________________________________________________________.

A. abroad B. at sea C. by sea 2. Although I studied hard, I didn’t pass the exam.
2. The word ‘occurred’ in the text is closest in meaning to ………...  Despite.............................................................................................................
A. ended B. happened C. started Part VIII. Rearrange the order of the given words to make complete sentences
3. It is started in passage that the number of deaths in the city of Kobe………. (1. points)

A. was a great that that of the Great Kantō earthquake 1. makes/ its residents/ a liveable place. /The town’s public amenities

B. was not as high as in the Great Kantō earthquake .

C. exceeded that of any known earthquake 2. however, / the downtown area/it is/ too crowded. The cost of living/is/ very

4. The northern end of Awaji Island was the place where………….. high.

A. the effects of the earthquake were felt most strongly 

B. there was no damage to people and property 3. The more / the city is/ developed , it becomes. / the more crowded/

C. 1.5 million people lost their lives 

5. The Great Hanshin earthquake was ……. in Japan since the Great Kantō
4. She / her / classmates./ gets on well with/
earthquake in 1923.

A. the best B. the worst C. the wore ________________________________________________________________

.
Part VII. Rewrite the following sentences as directed (using the suggested
words) so that the meanings stay the same (1. points) 5. I / about future career./ who to ask advice/ do not know
1.she is not good at cooking, but he wants to become a chef.
________________________________________________________________
She wishes ............................................................................... .
Đề 14
Part I. Phonetics (1.0 point) 8. _________ fluently he speaks, the ________ confidence he will gain.
A. Most/more B. The more/more C. More/more
Choose the word (A, B, C, or D) whose underlined part is pronounced
differently.
9. Ann updates her social media page every day with information about her life,
__________?
1. A. notebooks B. contributes C. lanscapes D. activities
A. does she B. isn’t she C. doesn’t she
2. A. cardboard B. packaging C. magnificent D. paradise
3. A. school B. charge C. mechanic D. technology

Choose the word (A, B, C, or D) whose main stress is different from the 10.
others. A. You can take picture here.
4. A. generation B. democratic C. relationship D. independent B. You can buy cameras here.
5. A. several B. increase C. preserve D. extremely C. You can not buy cameras.
D. You can not use camera he
Part II. Choose the best answer to complete each sentence. (2.0 points)
1. Many parts in the world may use solar power as the main source of Part III. Give the correct tense or form of the verbs in brackets. (0.5 points)
__________. 1. If she (finish)_________ her homework, she can hang out with her friend.
A. energy B. nature C. air 2. They (work)____________ in the garden when Mary arrived.
2. Celine Dion was born _______ March 30, 1968, in Charlemagne, Québec, 3. On the way home, I stopped at the post office (buy)__________ a newspaper
Canada. 4. He ( meet) _____________________ John for nearly seven years?
A. in B. on C. at 5. Lucy said that she (not water)_________________the plants the day before.
hadn’t watered
3. If she ________ to follow the traditional recipe, she should not put curry powder
Part IV. Identify the underlined word or phrase that must be changed to make
in that dish.
the sentence correct. (1.0 point)
A. wantes B. has wanted C. wants
1. Many teens prefer hanging in at shopping malls to outdoor places.
4. There are eighteen different kinds of penguins ________ live south of the A. teens B. in C. at D. to
equator. 2. Do you know anybody who wants to translate this book in French?
A. whose B. which C. whom A. know B. whose C. translate D. in
3. Peter has suggested to meet at six, and that’s OK by me.
A. has B. to meet C. that’s D. by
5. .Don’t be late for the interview, ______________ people will think you are a
4. Ann couldn’t sleep although he was so anxious about his job interview the next
disorganised person.
day
A. unless B. if not C. otherwise
A. sleep B. although C. was D. about
5. If you want to get there on time, you should to take a taxi
6. The example of teenagers dying their hair in different colours shows that they A. want B. to get C. should D. to take
are now_________.
A. more creative B. more flexible C. more confident SECTION C. READING (2.0 points)
7. Humans are cutting too many trees on Earth, _________ lungs are jungles and
forests.
A. whose B. which C. who
Part I. Read the passage and then choose the correct answer to each question. After a long day at work, nothing is better than a good night’s sleep. Just like
(1.0 point) on the Earth, in space an astronaut goes to bed at a certain time, then wakes up and
Mount Fuji, Japan’s tallest peak at 3,776 meters (12,389 feet), stands as a (1) __________ for work again. There are a few differences though. Space has no
symbol of national pride and natural beauty. Located on Honshu Island, about 100 “up” or “down”, but it does have microgravity. As a (2) __________, astronauts
kilometers southwest of Tokyo, this famous stratovolcano is a favorite subject of are weightless and can sleep in any orientation. (3) __________, they have to
art and photography, renowned for its almost perfectly symmetrical cone. attach themselves so that they don’t float around and bump into something. Space
station crews usually sleep in (4) __________ bags located in small crew cabins.
Mount Fuji is also a site of spiritual significance. It has been a pilgrimage
Each crew cabin is just big enough for one person. Generally, astronauts are
destination for centuries, with numerous Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples
scheduled for eight hours of sleep (5) __________ the end of each mission day.
dotting its slopes. The mountain is part of the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park,
Like on the Earth, though, they may wake up in the middle of their sleep period to
offering a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to hot springs.
use the toilet or stay up late and look out of the window. Different things such as
Climbing Fuji is a popular endeavor, particularly during the official climbing excitement or motion sickness can disrupt an astronaut’s sleep pattern. Some
season in July and August. The ascent, though challenging, rewards climbers with astronauts have reported having dreams and nightmares.
breathtaking views, especially at sunrise, a moment known as Goraiko. For many,
standing atop Mount Fuji is a profound and unforgettable experience, embodying
the harmonious blend of nature, culture, and spirituality found in Japan. SECTION D. WRITING (2.0 points)
Part I. Rewrite the following sentences as directed (using the suggested words)
1. What is the main idea of the passage? so that the meanings stay the same. (1.0 point)
A. The history of Mount Fuji’s B. The cultural and natural significance 1. Quang cannot run as fast as his friends.
eruptions of Mount Fuji →Quang wishes he ______________________________________________
C. The geography of Honshu D. The economic impact of Mount Fuji 2. They are an inspiring couple and many people follow them on Facebook.
Island on Japan (such….that)
2. During which months is climbing Mount Fuji most popular? → _________________________________________________________.
A. May and June B. July and August 3. Mr. Andrew said, “Robots will help people with this kind of work”.
C. September and October D. November and December → Mr. Andrew said ___________________________________________.
3. Which of the following statements is NOT true according to the passage? 4. The children were very tired, but they tried to finish their homework.
A. Mount Fuji is Japan’s B. Mount Fuji is located on Honshu → Although __________________________________________________
tallest peak Island, southwest of Tokyo 5. I think there is no better student than Hoa in her class.
C. Climbing Mount Fuji is D. Mount Fuji has numerous Shinto → In my opinion, Hoa is __________________.
only possible in winter shrines and Buddhist temples on its slopes Part II. Rearrange the given words to make complete sentences.
1./can get/good jobs/You/are good at/if you/English and IT./
4. What can be inferred about the experience of climbing Mount Fuji?
2. fancy/live?/Taylor Swift/you/performing/Do/
A. It is an easy and quick B. It is primarily a winter sport
3. wastingwater,//If/a shortage of// fresh water/there will be/we go on/in a few
activity
decades.
C. It offers a spiritually D. It is best done alone
4. well./wishes/could/English/He/speak/he/
enriching experience.
5. than//a cheap one./a good quality/buying/I strongly recommnend/bicycle rather/
5. What is the best synonym for “endeavor” as used in the passage? Đề 15
A. hobby B. challenge
C. journey D. effort Part I. Phonetics (1.0 point)
Circle the word that has the underlined part pronounced differently from the
Part II. Choose the word from the box to complete the following passage. (1.0 others.
point) 1. A. house B. honest C. happiness
2. A. destination B. natural C. travel
result pattern sleeping at prepares
 3. A. visited B. handed C. congested 3. You (write) to your pen pal yet? – Not yet. I’m too busy. .
4. I wish my mother (not make) me eat vegetables.
Choose the word whose strees patern is diferent from that of the other words in 5. Do you mind (take) me to the History Museum, Dad?
each group.
Part IV. Identify the underlined word or phrase that must be changed to make
4. A. admire B. explore C. visit
the sentence correct. (1.0 point)
5. A. democratic B. relationship C. traditional
1. I don’t know what to do as these instructions are extremely confused.
Your answers: A B C D
Part II. Choose the best answer to complete each of the following sentences. (2.0 2. Do you know anybody whose wants to translate this novel into English?
points) A B C
1. Mai wishes she_________ English to foreigners. D
A. spoke B. can speak C. could speak D. will speak 3. The bigger the shopping mall is, the attractive it is to teenagers.
2. Earth moves round the Sun. The Sun gives light and heat to Earth. A B C D
A. Earth moves round the Sun, that gives light and heat to Earth. 4.He suggested to go to Phong Nha Cave since it’s a famous natural wonder of
B. Earth moves round the Sun, which gives light and heat to Earth. Viet Nam.
C. Earth moves round the Sun, what gives light and heat to Earth. A B C D
D. Earth moves round the Sun, whose gives light and heat to Earth. 5. First of all, he asked me where I came from and what do I like.
3. This city looks like a _____ jungle with ugly buildings and almost no parks. A B C D
A. green B. concrete C. tropical SECTION C: READING (2.0 points)
D. loveable Part I. Choose the given words from the box to complete the passage below.
4. If you want to travel to Australia, you ______ have a valid passport. (1.0 point)
A. should B. may C. can
like petrol ending while differ
D. must
5. The robot is _____ a smart vacuum cleaner _____ we feel it’s worth the price. British English and American English ..........(1).......... in some ways. The
A. so – that B. too – that C. such – that D. enough - most remarkable difference between the two varieties is vocabulary. British people
that call the place where people take their car to buy .........(2)........... or oil a petrol
6. A: Do you mind opening the window for me? B: ____________. station. However, Americans call it a gas station. The British live in flats ..........
A. Not at all. B. No, I mind it. C. Yes, I do. D. Yes, go (3).......... the Americans live in apartments. Another difference between these two
ahead. varieties of English is the spelling. There are hundreds of minor differences of this
7. She _______ with her friends at the festival when the fireworks started. type. Some words ............(4).......... humour, flavour or neighbour exist in British
A. was danced B. danced C. was dancing D. dancing English while in American English these words are written without 'u' before r.
8. There has been a _____ increase in the number of foreign tourists to Phu Quoc Besides, verbs ..........(5)........... in - se in British English are written with the
island. ending -ze in American English. Some of these verbs are “analyse- analyze,
A. signify B. significantly C. significance D. significant organise - organize, and minimise - minimize.”
9. Before any exam, I usually______over the grammatical points I have learnt. Your answers: 1............................... 2................................
A. go B. pick C. look D. copy 3............................... 4................................ 5................................
Part II. Read the passage below and choose correct answer for each question.
10. What does this sign mean? (1.0 point)
A. There are no flashlights here. Teenagers can live a balanced lifestyle by getting enough exercise, eating
B. You can't use flashlights here. healthily and
C. You can’t bring any cameras to this place. having enough rest. They need to be involved in a fair level of physical activity to
D. Photographers can’t use flash here. maintain a fit and healthy lifestyle. Physical activity can include a variety of
Part III. Give the correct form of the verbs in brackets (0.5 point) activities such as cycling, playing sports, or walking a dog. Teenagers should aim
1. The kids (play) in the garden while it was still raining. to perform two or more of these activities regularly. Healthy eating is also an
2. If he (get) proper medical care, he might recover from his operation.
important part of a teenager's life. A human needs food to create energy so that 5. Singapore is a multilingual country. It has four officiai languahes. (use which to
they can function. combine)
Eating healthily consists of eating a balance of the five food groups. These -> Singapore is___________________________________________________
include: fruit, vegetables, meat, dairy and a small amount of sugary foods. Having Part II. Rearrange the order of the given words to make complete sentences. (1.0
a balanced diet will result in better brain function, healthy weight gain and greater point)
fitness. 1. wishes/ she/ summer holiday./ a / She/ had/ / long/
Finally, a person needs to stop work or movement in order to relax, refresh 2. pilots/ are/ well-paid,/ their job/ is/ stressful./ Although/
oneself and recover. Many people think that rest and sleep are the same thing but 3. my phone/ before/ My parents/ me / use /bedtime./ advised /shouldn’t
they are not. Sleep is when your body shuts down to repair and refresh itself. Rest
4. buy/ They/ to/ traditional/ where/ handicrafts./ are wondering/
is a time where your body relaxes such as when you go on a holiday or engage in
activities that make you happy and give you pleasure. When you rest you relax and 5. learnt about/ the vital / We /clean water/ role of /on Earth, /surface /by water./ is
relieve your mind and body of all the things in life that may cause you stress. mostly/ covered/ whose/
1. How can teenagers keep fit? Đề 16
A. Balance their lifestyle B. Play many sports
C. Do enough physical activity D. Create enough energy Part I. Phonetics ( 1.0 point)
2. What is the benefit of a balanced diet? Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from that
A. Gaining more weight B. Functioning better brain
C. Making greater brain D. Forming better bodies of the rest.
3. What is the difference between sleep and rest? 1. A. passed B. watched C. played
A. The state of your body B. The time when your D. washed
body shuts down 2. A. proud B. about C. around
C. The happiness you receive D. The stress vou release D. would
4. Which has the CLOSET meaning to ‘engage’? 3. A. mouth B. method C. birthday
A. include B. participate C. jump D. D. weather
register Choose the word that has a different stress pattern from the others in the
6. What is the best title for this text?
group.
A. Ways of balancing lifestyle B. Benefits of physical exercise
C. How to get enough rest D. Life with stress 4. A. attend B. option C. percent
Your answers: D. become
5. A. literature B. entertainment C. recreation
SECTION D: WRITING (2.0 points) D. ecological
Part I. Rewrite the following sentences as directed so that the meaning stay the Part II. Choose the word, phrase or expression which is the best to complete each
same. (1.0 point) sentence. ( 2.0 points)
1. “Can I take a photo inside the pagoda?”
-> Laura asked the guide____________________________________________ 1. I want to go straight to work after school; ______, most available vocational
2. You want to have a good heart. You eat less salt. courses are not very practical.
-> If___________________________________________________________
3. The last time I visited my grandprarents was a year ago. A. because B. however C. although
-> D. therefore
I______________________________________________________________
4. If they work longer hours, they can earn higher salaries. 2. She______Italian when she was living in Rome.
-> A. broke out B. picked up C. dealt with
The_______________________________________________________________
D. carried out
____
3. Trang asked me if ______any natural wonders in America. A. You can smoke anywhere, including in this area.
B. Smoking is only allowed in specific areas that are mark
A. I know B. you knew C. I knew C. Smoking is not allowed at all in this area to keep it clea
D. you know D. Smoking is encouraged and welcome in this area.
4. Writing novels is a passion of my mum, ______job is not at all related to
writing.
Part III. Give the correct tense or form of the verbs in brackets. ( 0.5 point)
A. who B. which C. whose
1. I wish I (not have) ……………..too much homework.
D. what
2. The kids (play) ……………..in the garden when it started to rain.
5. My uncle is an active______of the local fauna and flora preservation scheme.
3. I’ve decided (learn) …………….. how ethnic minority people use natural
A. supporter B. support C. supportive
materials to dye cloth.
D. supported
4. The students (finish) ……………..all the assignments yet?
6. The new smartphone has______many functions______it can replace many
other devices like a camera or an iPod. 5. If the weather is nice, we (go) ……………..camping tomorrow.
A. such-that B. too-that C. so-that
Part IV. Identify the underlined word or phrase that must be changed to
D. enough-that
make the sentence correct. ( 0.5 point)
7. A software engineer is a______job. You may need to work through the night
occasionally. 1. Is this the first time you have visited Da Lat before?
A. repetitive B. demanding C. basic A B C D
D. regular
2. My mother said she came back the following month.
8. Which is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word in the following
sentence? A B C D

A nail artist needs both hands-on training and knowledge of nail car and products. 3. Acupuncture is one of the oldest medical treatment in the world.
A B C D
A. theoretical B. abstract C. practical
D. understandable 4. The dirtier the air gets, more difficult it is for people to breathe.

9. Nick: We will donate books and clothes to the children in that rural village. - A B C D
Linh: ______. 5. The teacher suggested that we don’t waste time playing video games.
A. That’s very rich of you to do so. B. I hope you will like A B C D
them.
SECTION C. READING ( 2.0 points)
C. That’s very kind of you to do so. D. I feel so sorry for
you. Part I. Read the passage and then choose the correct answer to each question.
(1.0 point)
10. What does the sign say?
Have you ever noticed advertisements which says “Learn a foreign language in 6 C. to learn one’s mother tongue also need a lot of practice.
weeks, or your money back. From the first day your pronunciation will be D. machines and good books are useless for us to learn a foreign language.
excellent. Just send…” and so on? Of course, it never happens quite like that. Part II. Choose the word from the box to complete the following paragraph.
One’s mother language is easier to learn, but it also requires a lot of practice to be ( 1.0 point)
fluent. And think how much practice that gets! Before the Second World War,
people usually learned a foreign language in order to read the literature of the on, traditions, popular, and, attracts
country. Mass tourism is a form of tourism that involves tens of thousands of people going
Now speaking a foreign language is what most people want. Every year
to the same place often at the same time of year. It is the most (1) _________ form
millions of people start learning one. How they do it? Some people try it at home,
of tourism as it is often the cheapest way to go on holiday and it (2) _________
with books and records of tapes; some use radio or television programmes; some
many people every year. This kind of tourism has both advantages and
use computers and network; others go to evening classes. If they use the
language only 2 or 3 times a week, it will take a long time, like learning a foreign disadvantages.
language at school. A few people try to learn a language fast by studying for 6 or On the one hand, mass tourism creates jobs for local people, (3) _________ helps
more hours a day. It is clearly easier to learn the language in the country where it develop the economy as a whole. It is also a very good way to traditions local
is spoken. However, most people cannot afford this, and for many it is not cultures to the world and in turn local people can learn about and understand other
necessary. They need the language in order to do their work better. For example,
cultures.
scientists and doctors chiefly need to be able to read books and reports in the
foreign language. Whether the language is learned quickly or slowly, it is hard (4) _________ the other hand, mass tourism can seriously damage the
work. Machines and good books will help, but they cannot do the students’ work environment. When too many people visit one place at a time, it increases the
for him. amount of rubbish and pollution. Communities can also be affected if visitors do
1. According to some advertisements, if you cannot master a foreign language in not respect local (5) _________ and customs.
6 weeks, you ________.
A. have to pay your money B. needn’t pay your money Your answers:
C. must pay your money D. will be paid much money
2. Now most people try to learn a foreign language in order to________. 1...................... 2....................... 3........................ 4........................
A. read the literature of the country B. read books and reports SECTION D. WRITING ( 2.0 points)
C. do their work better D. go to foreign countries
3. The best way to learn a foreign language is________. Part I. Rewrite the following sentences as directed (using the suggested words)
A. to go to the country where the language is spoken so that the meanings stay the same. ( 1.0 point)
B. to use machines and good books
1. The last time I went on an excursion was in 2020.
C. to go to evening classes
 I haven’t...........................................................................................................................
D. to do as the advertisments tell you to
4. Learning a foreign language is a hard job______. 2. The English-English dictionary is on the table. My dad gave it to me last year.
A. only for scientists and doctors B. only for the students at (using which to combine)
schools
C. for those people at home D. for most people  The English-English dictionary ......................................................................................
5. Which of the following sentences is NOT TRUE?
3. My friend ate a big chocolate cake even though she was on a diet. (Despite)
A. it is very difficult to learn a foreign language, including the native language.
B. few people can afford to learn a foreign language in the country where it is ..........................................................................................................................................
spoken.
4. “I have to conduct the research again?” she told me
 She told................................................................................................................................
5 . A. delicious B. fabulous C. facility D.
attraction
5. Study harder or you will fail the exam.

 If..........................................................................................................................................
Question II. Choose the best answer to complete each of the following sentences.
Part II. Rearrange the given words/ phrases to make complete sentences. ( 1.0 (2.0 pts)
1. The woman ………….. son won the English speaking contest felt very proud.
point)
A. who B. which C. whose
1. the number of people/ There has been/ using public transport./a slight drop in/ D. when
2. If Mai ………… to gain weight, she shouldn't eat much fast food.
..............................................................................................................................................
A. didn’t want B. won’t want C. doesn’t want D.
wouldn’t want
2. I don’t know much/ can’t help her with/ about historical/ her history 3. The girl wishes she ………… in Hue for the festival next week.
homework./events, so I/ A. had stayed B. was staying C. stay D. could stay
4. ....................she was lazy, she failed the exam.
..............................................................................................................................................
A. So B . Because C. Though D.
3. and privacy./ Today’s children want/ respect their independence/ their parents to/ Even though
5. John: "Would you like to go somewhere for a drink?"
Nick: "………………..."
..............................................................................................................................................
A. You're welcome B. Congratulations C. Yes, I'd love to D. I
4. Polar bears/ are endangered animals./ whose natural habitat is/ the Artic/ don't agree
6. She advises …………. a yoga class to improve flexibility and relaxation .
..............................................................................................................................................
A. taking B. took C. to take D. take
5. when computers are “down”./ People rely on/ get frustrated and/ comuputers so 7. I said that I had met her …………………
A. yesterday B. the day C. the previous day D.
heavily/ cannot work/ that many of them/
the before day.
8. Bun hen is a local ……………… of this area, so you must try it.
..............................................................................................................................................
A. special B. speciality C. specially
.................................................................................................................................................. D. especially
9. She thinks the bigger the city is, the ………………… the cost of living gets.
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A. higher B. highest C. the higher D. most high
Question I. Phonetics (1.0pt)
* Find the word which has a different sound in the part underlined. 10. She suggested eating out because they ______________ rice and cooking
1. A. affect B. fabulous C. asset D. ingredients.
cashier A. ran out of B. passed down C. came down with
2. A. city B. ocean C. criticize D. found out
D. cinema
3. A. opened B. changed C. interested Your answers:
D. loved
* Find the word which has a different position of the main stress in each line. Question III. Identify the underlined word or phrase that needs correcting
4. A. lantern B. leisure C. pressure (1.0pt)
D. prepare 1. Nam wishes he can speak English fluently.
 A B C D II. Read the passage carefully, then choose the correct answers (1.0 pt).
2. If you do more exercise, your muscles would be stronger.
A B C D Litter on Mount Everest
3. That new 3D printer is such expensive that my company cannot afford it.
Mount Everest is the highest mountain in the world. It is also the highest
A B C D
4. I don't like to eat out because it isn't easy to find a restaurant which have good trash pile in the world. About 400 people try to reach the top every year. Having
food. many climbers means a lot of trash.
A B C D
It is very dangerous to climb Mt. Everest. The air is very thin and cold.
5. Tom drives his car more careful than his father does.
Most people carry bottles of oxygen; they could die without it. When the oxygen
A B C D bottles are empty, people throw them on the ground. When strong winds rip their
tents, people leave them behind. They don’t have the energy to take the trash
IV. Write the correct form of the verb in brackets to complete the following sentences. away. They only have enough energy to go down the mountain safely.
(1.0 pt)
Trash is a terrible problem. Since people first began to climb Mt. Everest,
1. We (learn) (1) …………………. English with the foreigners for 3 years. they have left 50,000 kilos of trash on the mountain. Several groups have climbed
2. I don’t know how (deal) (2) …………..……. with this problem. the mountain just to pick up the trash. When people plan to climb the mountain,
they have to plan to take away their trash.
3. My dad first ( meet) (3) ………………. my mum when he ( visit ) (4)
…………… Hoi An Ancient Town. 1. What is the main topic of the passage?

4. I suggested ……………….. (pick) up the traditional cloth-dying class which A. Wind on the mountain B. A problem with tra
teaches us how to dye cloth using the forest plants. C. A dangerous mountain D. Climbing safely
SECTION C: READING 2. Where do climbers put their empty oxygen bottles?
Question I. Choose the best word from the box to complete the following A. On the ground B. In trash cans
paragraph (1.0pt)
C. On their back D. In their tents
instance fairness minds keep qualities
A woman can be a president. A good president needs to be drug free, make 3. Why do climbers leave their trash on the mountain?
good choices, (1). .................... promises, follow the laws, and do other good
A. Special groups will pick it up. B. The wind will blow it away.
things to help the world. Women have all these (2) ...................... . They do a job
just as well as men because they are just as smart as men. For (3) ........................,
C. They don’t have the energy to take it away. D. Other climbers will use it later.
there is a governor in New Jersey and she is terrific. Women are equal to men, and
should have the same opportunities as men. Most people say. " Well what about 4. How much trash has been left on the mountain?
their kids?" Think about it. Men are responsible for their kids just as much as A. Four hundred kilos B. Four thousand kilos
women are. A woman won't run president if she has small kids and needs to stay
with them. She'll run when she gets older because her kids will be older. Hope that C. Five thousand kilos D. Fifty thousand kilos
people will change their (4) ............................. and give them a chance because 5. In line 6, the sentence: “people leave them behind”, what does the word them
they're there to do their jobs. The state wants (5) .......................... and I think that is refer to?
fair.
A. Tents B. Oxygen 1. / I will get rid of / if you don’t need it./ my old car/
bottles .....................................................................................................................................
................
C. Strong winds D. Other
climbers 2. my homework/ I'm sorry that, / last night./ I didn't finish/

.....................................................................................................................................
SECTION C: WRITING ................
I. Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means exactly the
3. my address to a man / I gave/ last Sunday./ the train/ I met on
same as the sentence printed before it (1.0 pt ):
1. “You should buy this music player.” Her cousin said. .....................................................................................................................................
................
-> Her cousin
suggested .......................................................................................................... 4. choose self-guided tours / to do everything on their own./ Nowadays, more
young people/ which require
2. I started living in the city ten years ago.
them/ ...........................................................................................................................
-> I’ve .........................
…………………………………………………………………………………….....
5. teacher/ providers./ knowledge/ rather than/ In the future/ will be facilitators/
..
.....................................................................................................................................
3. I learned a few words of English on holiday.
.......
-> I
I. Phonetics (1p)
picked ......................................................................................................................... *Choose the word which is pronounced differently
....... 1. A. unique B. university C. unusual D. uniform
4. If someone doesn’t put the coal in, the fire will go out. 2. A. marbles B. oranges C. wishes D. villages
3. A. remind B. agree C. forum D. turn
-> * Choose the word which has a different stress pattern
Unless ......................................................................................................................... 4. A. depend B. divide C. visit D. pollute
.......... 5. A. location B. paradise C. natural D. tropical
II. Choose the word/phrase which is best to complete each sentence (2.0 pts)
5. Those girls have passed the entrance examination. They will enter university. 1. The robot is _____ a smart vacuum cleaner _____ we feel it’s worth the price.
A. so – that B. too – that C. such – that D. enough - that
-> The
2. They__________ of bread when I went to the local bakery yesterday.
girls ..........................................................................................................................................................
A. ran out B. ran down C. ran around D. ran back
II. Rearrange the given words to make complete sentences. (1.0 point) 3. The ___
____ the shopping mall is, the more attractive it is to teenagers. A. visit B. will visit C. could visit D. am visiting
A. big B. biggest C. bigger D. the biggest 6. On _________last day of our holiday, we decided to buy some souvenirs.
4. You have read this newspaper on the website, ___________? A. a B. an C. the D. x
A. don’t you B. do you C. have you D. haven’t you. 7.Hoa: Ms Mai won't come back until noon. Would you like me to leave a note
5. I wish I __________all the natural and man-made wonders of Viet Nam
for her?
 Ms Hoai: ______________________________ Four years later, the country welcomed 10 million international visitors, and in
2019, it was 18 million. This increase made Viet Nam the fifth most visited
A. Sorry. I can't find my notes.
country in the Asia-Pacific region.
B. That’s great. Thanks for your help. By March 2023, the four countries with the largest numbers of visitors to Viet
C. Why would you like to leave? Nam are South Korea, the USA, Thailand, and China. The most attractive
destinations in Viet Nam are national parks like Cuc Phuong, Phong Nha - Ke
D. How about leaving her alone?
8. The city is now a big _____ site with many half-finished buildings. Bang, Cape Ca Mau, and World Heritage Sites like Ha Long Bay, Hue, and Hoi
An.
A. waste B. tourist C. storage D. construction
Tourism is important to the country’s economy. For example, in 2016, tourism
9.Lan: Which tour guide do you prefer?
contributed 6.6 per cent to gross domestic product (GDP) equal to VND 279,287
Mi: I prefer the one _____ has the American accent.
A. which B. who C. what D. whose billion. It has also helped to promote the development of related sectors, such as
10. Trang asked me if _____ any natural wonders in America. hotels, transportation, entertainment, and food.
A. I know B. you knew C. I knew D. you know 1. Most tourists to Viet Nam are interested in its .............. . _____.
III. Give the correct form of the verbs. (0,5. p) A. medical treatment B. history C. entertainment D. culture
1. I often (play) ………………… football in my free time. 2. In 2019, the number of international tourists to Viet Nam was
2.My parents advised me (learn)_____________ English as soon as possible. roughly..............______ as big as that in 2008.
3. If It rains tomorrow , we (not go) ……………………on a picnic. A. four times B. twice C. one and a half times D. six times
4. Lan and her friend (not finish) ………………… their project yet. 3. Phong Nha-Ke Bang is an example of a ............. in Viet Nam.
5. At this time yesterday, my mother (watch) _________ TV with my aunt. A. architectural attraction B. cultural destination
Your answers: C. national park D. historical site
IV. Identify the underlined word or phrase that must be changed to make the 4. The development of tourism.............the development of transportation.
sentence correct. (0.5 point) A. is not related to B. leads to C. depends on D. prevents
1. I wish I can go to see all the wonders recognised by UNESCO. 5. The word “it” in paragraph 2 refers to................... .
A B C D A. 2019 B. Viet Nam
2. The local authority tried to cut on private car use but they didn’t succeed. C. the number of international tourists D. the increase in tourism
A B C D Your answers:
3. There is now equally education opportunities for both boys and girls. VI. Complete the following passage with the suitable words from the box. (1p)
A B C D
4. She always asks me questions are difficult to answer. flexibility pressures competitive develop in
A B C D Yoga originates (1) ___________ India and it is good for both your body and
mind. Anyone can do yoga - women or men, adults or children. Special children’s
5. The flora and fauna, who are plants and animals, are under serious threat. classes are devised to help them to cope with (2) ____________ they feel from
A B C D their school work. By learning how to co-ordinate breathing and movement, yoga
SECTION C: READING helps them to (3) __________body awareness, self- control, and (4) __________.
V. Read the passage and circle the best answer to each of the following Taking up yoga also helps them to focus and become better with daily routines.
questions about it. (1p) Start doing yoga by setting aside a regular time for it. Go slowly, listen to your
Tourism in Viet Nam has seen a lot of changes in recent years. For backpackers, body and don’t put it too far as yoga is not a (5) ___________ sport. Study each
culture and nature lovers, military veterans, Viet Nam has become a new tourist pose and practice it as you control your body and mind. Prepare well before each
destination in Southeast Asia. session: avoid tight clothing and a full stomach. An idea time to do yoga is before
International tourist arrivals to Viet Nam have continuously risen. In 2008, Viet breakfast.
Your answers:
Nam received 4.218 million tourists. In 2012, the number rose to 6.84 million.
 SECTION D: WRITING A. deadline B. finish C. limit D.
VII. Rewrite the sentences without changing their meanings(1p) allotment
1. “I want to buy this picture.” The boy said 2. The children _______ attend that English school recieve good education.
=> The boy said that ……………………………………………….. A. who B. whom C. which D. whose
2. I have little time to chat with my friends every day. 3. There is a big _______ site near my house,so it is very noisy.
=> I wish .............................................................................................. A. construct B. construction C. constructing D. constructed
3. She and her classmates have a friendly relationship. (get on with) 4. Remember ______ smart when you attend an interview.
=> She and her classmates..................................................................
A. dress B. dressed C. dressing
4. "Why don't we go for a picnic at the weekend?"
D. to dress
=>Huong suggested…………………………………………………
5. You have never been to Paris, ________?
5. The man is very helpful. He lives next door.
=> The man ……………………………………………….... A. haven’t you B. don’t you C. have you D. do
VIII. Rearrange the given words to make complete sentences. (1. p) you
1. favourite subject. /my / is / English / 6. _______ he is a poor student, he studies well.
…………………………………………………………………………. A. However B. Although C. Despite
2. /is/ such an easy-going person / The manager /that / /he fails to get his workers/ D. Therefore
to follow the rules. 7. In some villages, people _______the number of steps to make handicraft.
…………………………………………………………………………..
3. to visiting /The students are / the museum. / looking forward / A. stops B.think over C. cut down on D.
…………………………………………………………………………….. 8. I wish I _______ all the natural and man-made wonders of Viet Nam.
4. The safer /the more liveable /it becomes. / a city is,/ A. visit B. will visit C. am visiting D. could visit
………………………………………………………………… 9. The dirtier the air gets, _______difficult it is for people to breathe.
A. most B. the most C. more
5. I wish / my mum / eat vegetables./ didn’t make me/
D. the more
……………………………………………………………………………. 10. Peter: “Could you help me move this table?”
John: _______.
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A. I promise . B. Sure. I’d be glad to help.
I. Phonetics (1.0 pt) C. no,not yes. D. You’re welcome!
Circle the word (A, B, C, or D) whose underlined pan is pronounced differently. III. Write the correct form of the verb in each sentence below (0.5pt)
1. A. imitate B. simplify C. bilingual D. whisk 1. I strongly recommend (buy)………..a good quality bicycle rather than a cheap
2. A. saved B. helped C. looked D. one.
reduced 2. I don’t know who (ask)……………….for advice about my future career.
3. A. browse B. abroad C. comb D. double 3. She wishes her students (3.spend)………..less time playing computer games.
Circle the word (A, B, C, or D) whose main stress is different from the others. 4. If she (want) …………….to follow the traditional recipe, she should not put
4. A.priority B. competition C. electrician D. entertainment curry powder in that dish.
5. A.temple B. campus C. congest D. promise 5. They (5. have)…………… dinner at 7 p.m yesterday?
IV. Find out one error/mistake from A, B, C or D in each sentence below. (1.0
II. Circle the best word/phrase (A, B, C or D) to complete the sentences below pt)
(2.0pts) 1.Yesterday, he phoned me while I did my homework .
1. Our teacher agreed to extend the ………by two weeks. A B C D
2. Jupiter, who is the largest planet in our solar system, has more gravity than cells can easily be installed on house roofs, so no new space is needed and each
Earth. user can quietly generate their own energy. Compared to other renewable sources,
A B C D they also possess many advantages. Wind and water power rely on turbines which
3. He was awarded the employee of the year though his young age. are noisy, expensive and easy to break down. Solar cells are totally silent and non-
A B C D polluting. As they have no moving parts, they require little maintenance and have
4. Nearer the school is, the more convenient it is for the students. a long lifetime.
A B C D However, solar energy also has some disadvantages. We can only generate solar
5. A lot of students enjoy eat junk foods although it is not good for their health. energy during daytime because the system depends on sunlight. Besides, solar
A B C D cells require large area to work effectively. The main disadvantage of solar energy
V. Fill in each numbered blank with one of the given word to make a complete paragraph is that it costs about twice as much as traditional sources such as coal, oil, and gas.
(1.0pt) This is because solar cells are expensive. Scientists are hoping that the costs of
much, improve, important, adults, speaking, where solar cells will reduce as more and more people see the advantages of this
Millions of people around the world want to learn English. Many of them environmentally friendly source of energy.
go to the US and other English (1) ……………. countries to study at language 1. What does the passage mainly discuss?
schools, especially in the Summer. There are thousands of courses for children, A. The ways and places to install solar cells.
teenagers and (2)..................... If you go to a language school, you should try to B. The differences between solar energy and others.
speak English as (3)........................... as possible. Students can stay with a local C. The advantages and disadvantages of solar energy.
family. This is a good opportunity to (4)............................ your English and to D. The requirements for the installation of solar cells.
learn a lot about everyday life. You should try to talk to students from other 2. In which place can solar energy be used?
countries. This will help you with your English and will also show how (5) A. Almost anywhere B. Only on house
…………….. English is for international communication. roofs
VI. Read the passage and choose the correct answer to each question(1.0pt) C. Only in new space D. In some large
Solar energy is a long lasting source of energy which can be used almost areas
anywhere. To generate solar energy, we only need solar cells and the sun. Solar 3. The word “they” in line 6 refers to ______.
A. renewable sources B. solar cells C. house roofs D. turbines
4. According to the passage, we can only generate solar energy during daytime because this system depends on ______.
A. water power B. wind power C. turbines D. sunlight
5. What is NOT mentioned as an advantage of solar cells?
A. They operate quietly B. They require little maintenance
C. They cost little to produce D. They are non-polluting
1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

VII. Rearrange the order of the given words to make complete sentences (1.0 → ……...………………………………………………………………………..
pt) 3. the necessary qualifications, / In spite of/ he didn’t get the job. / having all/
1. It is necessary/to know about/ our history. /for young people/ → ……...………………………………………………………………………..
→ ……...………………….................................................................................. 4. wish that/ would find/ They/ for the next time./ good solutions/ they/
2. were you,/ If I/ I would/the reading skills. / read English newspapers/ to → ……...………………………………………………………………………..
improve/
5. comes./ in Ha Giang/ attract/ a large number of sightseers/ The terraced rice 2. Her elder sister gave Mai most of her clothes.( use “hand down”)
fields/ when harvest season/ → Her elder…………………….………………………………………………
→ ……...……………………………………………………………………….. 3. You remembered to revise your lesson, didn’t you ?
VIII. Rewrite these following sentences as directed (using the suggested -> You didn’t …………………………………………………………………. ?
words) (1.0 pt) 4. “Are you visiting the National Museum this Sunday?” Ann asked me
1. I don’t think I will help you with your homework. → Ann asked me……………………………………… …………………….
→ I don’t agree………………………………………………………………… 5. Last year I visited a small town. They filmed The Little Girl there.
SECTION B: PHONETICS (1 point) 6. When is the ______ date for submitting the project report?
I. Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from A. recent B. time C. due D. play
the others. 7. I’m a newcomer here. Do you know _____ to buy some fresh fruit for
1. A. pottery B. product C. workshop D. breakfast?
conical A. what B. where C. why D. which
2. A. resort B. seaside C. safari D. 8. A bartender has to be _____ creative, and patient _____ not everyone can.
sightseeing A. enough – that B. such – that C. too – that D. so –
3. A. explored B. relaxed C. tanned D. delayed that
II. Choose the word that has the main stress placed differently from the 9. I like to use a tablet for studying ______ it can be a bit expensive.
others. A. because B. even though C. since D. as
4. A. explore B. thrilling C. special D. 10. A: ___ the name of the new garbage collector, please? - B: Sure. His name
pleasant is Stephen.
5. A. community B. possession C. bilingual D. A. Would you mind B. Could you tell me
pessimistic C. Would you like to know D. Do you remember
SECTION C: VOCABULARY AND GRAMMAR (3 points) II. Write the correct form or tense of the verbs in brackets.
I. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the best answer to each of the 1. How many mountains you ………………. (climb) so far? ________
following questions. 2. The students decide …………………. (learn) more survival skills at the
summer camp.
1. My physics teacher, ________ I always admire, has a vast knowledge about
3. At the moment I ……………(discuss) the melting of polar ice caps due to
outer space. global warming with my classmates.
A. that B. which C. whose D. whom 4. If it …………. (not snow), they will hike in the Swiss Alps.
2. As a bilingual, she was _______ in Chinese and English by the time she was 5. Students are trying to study well so that they can contribute to ……………. (
five. build) their hometown.
A. fluent B. smooth C. talkative D. III. Choose the underlined part A, B, C or D that needs correction.
spoken 1. If you stay up late every night, your health will suffered.
3. The ____ cheese you put on the pizza, the _____ it will taste. A. stay B. night C. will D. suffered
A. most - good B. much - good C. many - better D. more - better 2. My favorite nation park is Phong Nha-Ke Bang, whose caves hold incredible
4. The new policy of low public transport fare will help ____ the number of car formations.
users. A. nation B. whose C. hold D. formations
A. cut down on B. come down with C. look forward to D. take care of 3. Ha Long Bay is the most beautiful place where I’ve ever seen in Vietnam.
5. If you see the sign “No entrance", you _______________ not enter the area. A. is B. most C. where D. ever
A. may B. might C. must D. would seen
4.My brother wishes always he could play the guitar as well as I do.
A. wishes always B. could play C. the D. I do B. You should give up if your friends don’t share your passion.
5. Last year, 16% of the EU population suffered with material and social C. It requires commitment and perseverance.
deprivation. D. It’s only important if your family approves.
A. of B. million C. with D. 5. What is the reward for overcoming challenges while pursuing your
deprivation passion?
SECTION D: READING (2 points) A. Becoming popular and well-liked. B. Avoiding any future setbacks.
I. Read the passage and choose the correct answer to complete the sentences C. Getting perfect grades in school. D. The feeling of accomplishment
Have you ever felt so passionate about something that you couldn’t stop and satisfaction.
thinking about it? That overwhelming feeling of excitement and dedication is II. Read the text carefully, then fill in the blank with a suitable word.
what makes following your passions so rewarding. For teenagers, discovering English as a global language
their passions can be a significant step towards a fulfilling future. popular require more second international
Passions can take many forms. It could be a love for music and playing People often talk about English as a global language or lingua franca. With more
an instrument, a fascination with science and conducting experiments, or a talent than 350 million people around the world speaking English as a first language
for writing and expressing oneself creatively. When teenagers pursue their and (1) ___________ than 430 million speaking it as a (2) ____________
passions, they often experience a sense of purpose and motivation. They become language, there are English speakers in most countries around the world. Why is
eager to learn, develop new skills, and overcome challenges. English so (3) ___________, though? And why has it become a global
However, focusing on a passion isn’t always easy. There may be times language?
when friends seem more interested in different things, or family expectations can People often call English the (4) ______________ language of business, and it’s
seem at odds with personal aspirations. It’s important to remember that pursuing increasingly true as international trade expands every year, bringing new
a passion requires commitment and perseverance. There will be setbacks and countries into contact. Most multinational companies (5) ______________ a
moments of doubt, but the feeling of accomplishment and satisfaction from certain degree of English proficiency from potential employees so in order to get
pursuing something you truly love is worth the effort. a position with a top company, more and more people are learning English.
1. What is the main idea of this passage? Your 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
A. Teenagers should be pressured to find their passion. answer:
B. Following your passions can lead to a fulfilling future. SECTION E: WRITING (2 points)
C. Friends and family always support your passions. I. Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning as the first.
D. There is only one right passion for everyone. 1. If it doesn’t rain, they will go to the open-air market.
2. What are some examples of passions, according to the passage?  Unless it ___________________________________________
A. Spending time on social media and playing video games. 2. “Will gift shop open late tonight?” asked the woman.
B. Playing sports, watching TV, and going to parties.  The woman asked _______________________________________
C. Learning new languages, traveling, and volunteering. 3. Mount Fuji is a dormant volcano in Japan. It’s a popular destination for
D. Playing music, doing science experiments, and writing creatively. hikers. (which)
3. What feeling might a teenager experience when pursuing their passion?  Mount Fuji, ____________________________________________
A. Purpose and motivation B. Confusion and boredom 4. Let’s make a presentation on different types of landforms on Earth.
C. Frustration and anger D. Loneliness and isolation  How ________________________________________________________?
4. What is important to remember when pursuing a passion, according to the 5. These farmers started to practise sustainable agriculture five years ago.
passage?  These farmers have __________________________________________
A. It’s easy and doesn’t require any effort. II. Rearrange the following words to make full sentences.
1. / his class forum. / an active / Mike is also / member of /
 _____________________________________________________________ Your answer:
2. /there were many/ My mother/ good educational centers/ wishes that/ in our
II. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
village. /
answer to each of the following questions (0.7 point)

________________________________________________________________ Question 5. Which country is _______: Mexico or Costa Rica?
____
3. / for guests. / cooking classes / a traditional homestay / which offers/ We A. big B. the bigger C. bigger
stayed at/ D. the biggest
 Question 6. If he ___________ the test this afternoon, he ___________ to the
________________________________________________________________ next level in his language course.
____
4. / they discuss/ The most / is how to deal /common problem /with bullying. / A. passes/will move B. passing/will moving C. will pass/moves D.
 pass/moving
________________________________________________________________
Question 7. The house _______________ he bought was built 5 years ago.
____
5. /and concentration. / a huge impact / What you eat / has / on your energy A. whose B. whom C. which
levels, / mood, / D. who

________________________________________________________________ Question 8. There isn’t ____________ money left in my savings account after
_ the trip.
A. much B. many C. a few
Đề 1 D. little
SECTION B: LANGUAGE FOCUS (3.5 points) Question 9. You should have a dictionary to _____ the words that you don’t
know their meanings.
I. Phonetics (0.4 point)
A. look after B. look up C. look for
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word
D. look into
whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each
of the following questions Question 10. Tourists are encouraged to reduce their __________ by using
public transportation or walking instead of driving.
Question 1. A. delighted B. helpline C. advice D. decision
A. carbon footprint B. travel time C. ticket prices D.
Question 2. A. although B. ethnic C. thereD. gather luggage weight

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that Question 11. Two students are talking to each other.
differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in following
Hoa: “I suggest going camping next Sunday.” - Lan: “______”
questions
A. That’s a fine day B. That’s a good idea.
Question 3. A. provide B. record C. advise D. survive
C. That’s a reason D. That’s a good trip
Question 4. A. continent B. entertain C. volunteer D. understand
III. Put the sentences (a-c) in the correct order, then fill in the blank to 2. What does the notice say?
make a logical text (0.2 point)

Question 1. I had a brilliant experience by the sea with my class last year.
_______________

a. In the afternoon, an instructor taught some of us snorkelling and it was

exhilarating.

b. It was also wonderful to see a coral reef and many types of colourful fishes A. The restaurant is old.
swimming around. B. The restaurant has great food.
C. Guests don’t have to pay for children’s meals.
c. We joined team-building activities in the morning. D. The restaurant is only open at the weekend.
A. a-c-b B. c-a-b C. b-a-c D. c-b-a V. Give the correct tense or form of the verbs in brackets (1 point)
Question 2. Choose the sentence that can end the text (in Question 1) most 1. Many children (go) ________ to the city zoo last week.
appropriately.
2. The doctor advised me (not stay up)________ too late at night.
A. It’s the best experience I’ve ever had.
3. Jean cloth (make)_____ from cotton in the 18lh century.
B. I enjoy swimming very much.
4. While she (write) ___________ the letter, her brother was playing video
C. Therefore, I want to have a team building activity again. games in the next room.
D. Besides, I am really interested in swimming. 5. The students are looking forward (receive)_____ the result of the final
IV. Read the following sign or notice and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on examination.
your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following VI. Identify the underlined word or phrase that must be changed to make
questions (0.2 point) the sentence correct (1 point).
1. What does the sign say? 1. Linh got a job right after graduate from one of the most famous universities in
A. Anyone, including visitors and staff, can park here Viet Nam.
without restrictions. A B C D

B. Only employees or staff members are allowed to park in 2. She wishes her parents come here to enjoy her performance tomorrow.
these spaces. A B C D

C. Parking is not allowed in this area under any 3. I have to go to the dentist’s because of I have a toothache.
circumstances. A B C D

D. The parking area is open to all people, without any 4. Kim said to her son that he can go out when he finished all his homework.
specific rules. A B C D
5. My grandfather asked me not to spending too much time surfing the Internet. II. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your
A B C D answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions from 1 to 6 (1.5 points)
SECTION C: READING (3.0 points)
Sleep is very important. Did you know that sleep is more important than food? A
I. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your
person who does not sleep dies at a younger age than a person who does not eat.
answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the
Let's say you go to sleep 12 hours later than you usually do. It will take your
numbered blanks from 1 to 6. (1.5 points)
body about three weeks to return to normal. We spend about one-third of our
Today, childhood is spent mostly indoors watching television, playing video lives in sleep. That's about 121 days a year!
games and (1) ______ the Internet. When children go outside, it tends to be for
How much sleep do we need? We are all different. A baby needs 16 hours of
scheduled events like a soccer match or a fishing derby. These events are held
sleep every day. Children 6 to 12 years old need an average of 10 to 12 hours of
under the watch of adults.
sleep. A teenager needs ' 9 to 10 hours of sleep. An adult needs an average of 7
The shift to an indoor childhood has accelerated in (2) ______ past decade, with to 8 hours a night. There are some people who need only 3 hours of sleep.
a significant decline in spontaneous outdoor activities such as bike riding, Others need 10 hours of sleep. After the age of 50, the average sleep time goes
swimming and touch football, according to some studies by the National down to 6.5 hours a night. We need less sleep as we get older. Most people have
Sporting Goods Association. (3) ______, a child is six times more likely to play some nights when they cannot sleep. About one in three Americans has a
a video game on a typical day than to ride a bike. problem with sleep. Many of these people cannot fall asleep or stay asleep. The
name of this problem is insomnia. The word insomnia means "no sleep." Some
Indoor childhood has brought about some changes which can be seen in people say, "I didn't sleep all night." They may sleep lightly and wake up
children's bodies. In the 1960s, 4% of kids were obese. Today, 16% are several times. In the morning, they only remember the times they were awake,
overweight. The changes can also be seen in their (4) ______. Studies indicate so they think they were awake all night.
that children (5) ______ spend plenty of time outdoors have a longer attention
span than those who watch (6) ______ television and play video games. This is not a new problem. Many famous people in history had insomnia. Some
of these people had special ideas to make them sleep. Benjamin Franklin, the
Question 1. A. surfing B. taking C. looking D. famous statesman and inventor, had four beds. He moved from one to the other
making to fall asleep. King Louis XIV of France had 413 beds and hoped to fall asleep
Question 2. A. an B. the C. ∅ in one of them. Mark Twain, the famous American writer, had a different way.
D. a He lay on his side across the end of the bed!

Question 3. A. Although B. Before C. Because Question 1. What is the main idea of the passage?
D. In addition A. How to stay healthy and keep fit.
Question 4. A. muscles B. bodies C. thoughts D. B. Sleep more to make you healthier.
brains
C. General knowledge about sleep.
Question 5. A. whom B. who C. he D. they
D. Different people need different hours of sleep every day.
Question 6. A. a lot of B. some C. many D. few
Question 2. How many hours of sleep do people at the age of 10 need?

A. 16 hours B. 10 to 12 hours C. 9 to 10 hours D. 7 to 8 hours

Question 3. The phrase “goes down” is in OPPOSITE meaning to ______. ________________________________________________________________
___
A. increases B. decreases C. changes D.
improves 5. Finish your assignment before class. Otherwise, the teacher will punish you.
 If you don’t
Question 4. The phrase “wake up” is in CLOSEST meaning to ______.
________________________________________________________________
A. fall asleep B. stop dreaming C. stop sleeping D. try to sleep _

Question 5. According to paragraph 2, which problem do Americans have? II. Rearrange the order of the given words to complete sentences. (1point)

A. insomnia B. sleep too much 1. due to / He came / the traffic jam / to the show / late /.
________________________________________________________________
C. have a night mare D. stay asleep ______________
Question 6. Which of the following are true, EXCEPT ______. 2. more and more / respiratory problems /people/Nowadays / cope with /.
A. Many famous people in history had insomnia. ________________________________________________________________
______________
B. We don’t sleep much as we get older.
3. the natural world / The survival of / every one of us / depends on each and /.
C. Mark Twain moved from one to the other to fall asleep. ________________________________________________________________
D. We spend about 121 days a year to sleep. ______________

SECTION D- WRITING (2.0 points) 4. to work/ travelling to work / at home / instead of / The Internet allows
people /.
I. Rewrite the following sentences as directed (using the suggested words) so ________________________________________________________________
that the meanings stay the same (1.0 point) ______________
1. Science and technology have completely changed human life. 5. is Mid-Autumn festival/ and I often spend / My favorite celebration / these
 Human life days / time with my family /.
________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________
__ ______________
2. "I will finish my homework before dinner," she said. Đề 2
 She said
________________________________________________________________ SECTION B. LANGUAGE FOCUS ( 8.5 points)
____ Part I. Phonetics ( 1.0 point)
3. The suitcase was very heavy. She couldn't carry it by herself. Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from that
 The suitcase was so of the rest.
___________________________________________________________
1.A. streets B. phones C. books D.
4. We came to class on time though the traffic was heavy. makes
 In spite of
2.A. unique B. university C. unusual D. 7.. The robot is _____ a smart vacuum cleaner _____ we feel it’s worth the
uniform price.

3.A. decisive B. repetitive C. competitive D. sensitive A. so – that B. too – that C. such – that D.
Choose the word that has a different stress pattern from the others in the enough - that
group.
8. The longer the talk about the matter is, _________.
4.A. national B. monument C. translation D.
A. the situation seems worse. B. the worse seem the situation
charity
C. the worse the situation seems. D. the situation seems the worse
5.A. sodality B. academic C. individual D.
distribution 9. Solar energy also has disadvantages such as high cost to build and expensive
equipment.
Part II. Choose the word, phrase or expression which is the best to complete
each sentence. ( 2.0 points) The word '' disadvantages " in this sentence is OPPOSITE in meaning
to________.
1. It takes Earth, _____ is the fifth largest planet in the solar system, about 365
days to complete its orbit around the Sun. A.drawbacks B.weaknesses C.benefits

A. that B. what C. which D. who 10 Will you take me to the National Museum of Vietnamese History? - B:
__________
2. My friend recommended that I _____ think carefully of my real ability and
A. I’m sorry, it’s not my cup of tea. B. Sure, don’t worry.
interests before making a decision about my future career.
C. Yes, It’s a piece of cake. D. I’m afraid it is very far.
A. could B. should C. would D. must
Part III. Give the correct tense or form of the verbs in brackets. ( 0.5 point)
3. The seller suggested _____ I should buy a tablet instead of a laptop.
1.They are wondering what (buy) ………………for their grandmother on her
A. what B. me C. that D. which
birthday.
4.Nick asked Ann if she _____ on a tour of Hue that weekend.
2. How was your ceramic course?Fantastic. I ……….. ( learn) how to make
A. is going B. was going C. will go D. should go simple items

5. _____ academic subjects are important, students should also learn skills to 3.If the weather is good tomorrow, we (go)………………….………swimming.
prepare for their future career.
4.Tom said that he (buy)……………………..………. a new car the next day
A. Although B. Because C. As D. Despite
5. All of us …………………( work ) all day on Saturday because we had to
6. The committee has _____ a survey of parking problems in residential areas. finish the project by Monday
A. cut down B. come around C. worked out D. carried out
Part IV. Identify the underlined word or phrase that must be changed to
make the sentence correct. ( 1 point)
1. That new 3D printer is such expensive that my company cannot afford it. over the last 40 years, and an additional 20 percent is at risk of being destroyed.
As deforestation continues and the effects of climate change increase, we run the
A B C D
risk of losing this spectacular ecosystem for future generations.
2. Scientists suggest that people not taking plants and animals to other
Question 1. What is the main focus of the passage?
countries.
A. The length of the Amazon River B. The geographical features of
A B C D
C. The number of species in the Amazon D. The importance and threats t
3. I got stuck in a traffic jam yesterday. The more congested the road was,
the tired I became. Question 2. Which word in the passage is CLOSEST in meaning to “threat”?

A B A. risk B. benefit C. support D

C D
Question 3. How long is the Amazon River?
4. The number of visitors to Sam Son beach have risen considerably in the last
A. 190 kilometres B. 3,000 kilometres C. 6,400 kilometres D. 2
two months.
Question 4. How much of the Amazon rainforest has been destroyed in the last
A B C D
40 years?
5. Maintaining the food chain, that is created by plants and animals, is vital to
A. 10 percent B. 20 percent C. 30 percent D
the ecosystem.
Question 5. What human activities threaten the Amazon rainforest?
A B C
D A. Tourism and fishing B. Agriculture, logging, and r
SECTION C. READING ( 2.0 points) C. Conservation and reforestation D. Education and research
Part I. Read the following passage and choose the letter A, B, C, or D to Part II. Choose the word from the box to complete the following paragraph.
indicate the correct answer to each of the questions. ( 1.0 point) ( 1.0 point)
The Amazon River, which begins in the Andes Mountains in Peru, is the source showed cuisine were although took by
of twenty percent of all water that enters the oceans worldwide. At 6,400
kilometres in length, it is the second longest river in the world. During the rainy Last week I went to an International Food Festival taking place in Hai
season, parts of the river are 190 kilometres wide. The Amazon River passes Phong. Because the festival only (1) ______ place for one day, hundreds of
through the world's largest tropical rainforest. The Amazon rainforest is home to people crowded into it. It was the biggest food festival I had ever seen. There (2)
the highest number of plant and animal species on Earth, many of which are ______ thirty countries participating in the festival. They brought with them
found nowhere else. There are 2.5 million kinds of insects, at least 3,000 kinds traditional food specialities which reflected their unique national (3)______.
of fish, and one-fifth of all bird species in the world. The Amazon rainforest is I was really impressed (4) ______ the Cobb salad. It is an American garden
considered one of the world’s most important natural resources, as it plays a salad made from chopped salad greens, tomato, bacon, chicken breast, hard-
crucial role in controlling the Earth’s climate and weather patterns. boiled egg, avocado, cheese, and red-wine vinaigrette. Although the salad
Unfortunately, the Amazon rainforest is under threat from human activities. The requires quite a few ingredients, it is quick to make. The American chef at the
clearing of land for agriculture, logging, and the construction of roads and festival (5)______ me the way to make the salad and it took me only 15 minutes
infrastructure has led to the destruction of 20 percent of the Amazon rainforest to complete.
 SECTION D. WRITING ( 2.0 points) ……………………………………………………………………………………
………….
Part I. Rewrite the following sentences as directed (using the suggested
words) so that the meanings stay the same. ( 1.0 point) 5. / I should think /My friend/ recommended that/ carefully of /my real ability/
before making a decision/ and interests/ about my future/ career./
1.That is the tour guide; I spoke to him yesterday. (using who to combine)
……………………………………………………………………………………
That is the ………………………………………………………
……………..
2. “Do you know who is the author of this dictionary?” Lien asked me.
Đề 3
Lien asked me ………………………………………………………… SECTION B. LANGUAGE FOCUS ( 8.5 points)
3. I want my parents to let me make my own decisions, but they don't. Part I. Phonetics ( 1.0 point)
I wish my parents ……………………………………………………… Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from that
4.The boy was very lazy. He ordered his home robot to do homework for him. of the rest.
(so….that) 1.A. streets B. phones C. books D.
The boy …………………………………………………………… makes

5. Her brother is a more fluent English speaker than she is. 2.A. unique B. university C. unusual D.
uniform
Her brother speaks ...................................................................................
3.A. decisive B. repetitive C. competitive D. sensitive
Choose the word that has a different stress pattern from the others in the
Part II. Rearrange the given words/ phrases to make complete sentences. group.
( 1.0 point)
4.A. national B. monument C. translation D.
1./where / They /to buy/ traditional handicrafts./ are wondering/
charity
………………………………………………………………….
5.A. sodality B. academic C. individual D.
2. have/ We / never seen /a sight /the mountain / as beautiful as / at sunset./ distribution
…………………………………………………………………………….. Part II. Choose the word, phrase or expression which is the best to complete
each sentence. ( 2.0 points)
3./ promised / help me with /He/ to/ the PowerPoint/ presentation but / did not./
he/ 1. It takes Earth, _____ is the fifth largest planet in the solar system, about 365
…………………………………………………………………………………… days to complete its orbit around the Sun.
…. A. that B. what C. which D. who
4. Many/like Viet Nam/ foreign tourists /because /are/ accommodation and
2. My friend recommended that I _____ think carefully of my real ability and
food / affordable./
interests before making a decision about my future career.
A. could B. should C. would D. must Part III. Give the correct tense or form of the verbs in brackets. ( 0.5 point)

3. The seller suggested _____ I should buy a tablet instead of a laptop. 1.They are wondering what (buy) ………………for their grandmother on her
birthday.
A. what B. me C. that D. which
2. How was your ceramic course?Fantastic. I ……….. ( learn) how to make
4.Nick asked Ann if she _____ on a tour of Hue that weekend.
simple items
A. is going B. was going C. will go D. should go
3.If the weather is good tomorrow, we (go)………………….………swimming.
5. _____ academic subjects are important, students should also learn skills to
prepare for their future career. 4.Tom said that he (buy)……………………..………. a new car the next day

A. Although B. Because C. As D. Despite 5. All of us …………………( work ) all day on Saturday because we had to
finish the project by Monday
6. The committee has _____ a survey of parking problems in residential areas.
Part IV. Identify the underlined word or phrase that must be changed to
A. cut down B. come around C. worked out D. carried out make the sentence correct. ( 1 point)
7.. The robot is _____ a smart vacuum cleaner _____ we feel it’s worth the 1. That new 3D printer is such expensive that my company cannot afford it.
price.
A B C D
A. so – that B. too – that C. such – that D.
2. Scientists suggest that people not taking plants and animals to other
enough - that
countries.
8. The longer the talk about the matter is, _________.
A B C D
A. the situation seems worse. B. the worse seem the situation 3. I got stuck in a traffic jam yesterday. The more congested the road was,
C. the worse the situation seems. D. the situation seems the worse the tired I became.

9. Solar energy also has disadvantages such as high cost to build and expensive A B
equipment. C D

The word '' disadvantages " in this sentence is OPPOSITE in meaning 4. The number of visitors to Sam Son beach have risen considerably in the last
to________. two months.

A.drawbacks B.weaknesses C.benefits A B C D

10 Will you take me to the National Museum of Vietnamese History? - B: 5. Maintaining the food chain, that is created by plants and animals, is vital to
__________ the ecosystem.

A. I’m sorry, it’s not my cup of tea. B. Sure, don’t worry. A B C

D
C. Yes, It’s a piece of cake. D. I’m afraid it is very far.
SECTION C. READING ( 2.0 points)
Part I. Read the following passage and choose the letter A, B, C, or D to
indicate the correct answer to each of the questions. ( 1.0 point)
Your answers:
The Amazon River, which begins in the Andes Mountains in Peru, is the source
of twenty percent of all water that enters the oceans worldwide. At 6,400 1...................... 2....................... 3........................ 4........................
kilometres in length, it is the second longest river in the world. During the rainy Part II. Choose the word from the box to complete the following paragraph.
season, parts of the river are 190 kilometres wide. The Amazon River passes ( 1.0 point)
through the world's largest tropical rainforest. The Amazon rainforest is home to
the highest number of plant and animal species on Earth, many of which are showed cuisine were although took by
found nowhere else. There are 2.5 million kinds of insects, at least 3,000 kinds
Last week I went to an International Food Festival taking place in Hai
of fish, and one-fifth of all bird species in the world. The Amazon rainforest is
Phong. Because the festival only (1) ______ place for one day, hundreds of
considered one of the world’s most important natural resources, as it plays a
people crowded into it. It was the biggest food festival I had ever seen. There (2)
crucial role in controlling the Earth’s climate and weather patterns.
______ thirty countries participating in the festival. They brought with them
Unfortunately, the Amazon rainforest is under threat from human activities. The
traditional food specialities which reflected their unique national (3)______.
clearing of land for agriculture, logging, and the construction of roads and
I was really impressed (4) ______ the Cobb salad. It is an American garden
infrastructure has led to the destruction of 20 percent of the Amazon rainforest
salad made from chopped salad greens, tomato, bacon, chicken breast, hard-
over the last 40 years, and an additional 20 percent is at risk of being destroyed.
boiled egg, avocado, cheese, and red-wine vinaigrette. Although the salad
As deforestation continues and the effects of climate change increase, we run the
requires quite a few ingredients, it is quick to make. The American chef at the
risk of losing this spectacular ecosystem for future generations.
festival (5)______ me the way to make the salad and it took me only 15 minutes
Question 1. What is the main focus of the passage? to complete.

A. The length of the Amazon River B. The geographical features of Peru SECTION D. WRITING ( 2.0 points)

C. The number of species in the Amazon Part

D. The importance and threats to the I. Rewrite
Amazon the following sentences as directed (using the suggested
rainforest
words) so that the meanings stay the same. ( 1.0 point)
Question 2. Which word in the passage is CLOSEST in meaning to “threat”?
1.That is the tour guide; I spoke to him yesterday. (using who to combine)
A. risk B. benefit C. support D. challenge
That is the ………………………………………………………
Question 3. How long is the Amazon River?
2. “Do you know who is the author of this dictionary?” Lien asked me.
A. 190 kilometres B. 3,000 kilometres C. 6,400 kilometres D. 2.5 million kilometres

Question 4. How much of the Amazon rainforest has been destroyed in the last Lien asked me …………………………………………………………
40 years? 3. I want my parents to let me make my own decisions, but they don't.
A. 10 percent B. 20 percent C. 30 percent I wish my parents ………………………………………………………
Question 5. What human activities threaten the Amazon rainforest? 4.The boy was very lazy. He ordered his home robot to do homework for him.
A. Tourism and fishing B. Agriculture, logging, and road(so….that)
construction

C. Conservation and reforestation D. Education and research The boy ……………………………………………………………

5. Her brother is a more fluent English speaker than she is. 3. A. passed B. realized C. wished D. touched

Her brother speaks ................................................................................... II. Chose the word whose strees patern is diferent from that of the other
words in each group.
4. A. happen B. enjoy C. advise D.
prefer
Part II. Rearrange the given words/ phrases to make complete sentences. 5. A. confusion B. television C. suggestion D.
( 1.0 point) immersion
PART C: LANGUAGE FOCUS – READING – WRITING
1./where / They /to buy/ traditional handicrafts./ are wondering/ I. Choose the correct answer A, B, C or D. (2p)
…………………………………………………………………. 1. If you’re new to the city, you might need to learn _____ to deal with traffic
jams effectively.
2. have/ We / never seen /a sight /the mountain / as beautiful as / at sunset./ A. how B. where C. what D. who
2. The village is famous for its skilled _______who weave beautiful silk fabrics.
…………………………………………………………………………….. A. tourists B. teachers C. artisans D.
farmers
3./ promised / help me with /He/ to/ the PowerPoint/ presentation but / did not./ 3. The villagers are working hard to ____ the challenges of exporting their
he/ handcrafted products overseas.
A. deal for B. take off C. deal with D.
…………………………………………………………………………………… make up
…. 4. The ________ pollution there is in the air, the _______ it is to breathe
comfortably.
4. Many/like Viet Nam/ foreign tourists /because /are/ accommodation and A. less – hardest B. more – hardest C. less - harder D. most –
food / affordable./ harder
5. If Emily ___________ a healthy breakfast, she ___________ tired in class.
……………………………………………………………………………………
A. don’t eat - will feel B. won’t eat - may feel
…………. C. eats - shouldn’t feel D. doesn’t eat - can feel
6. To prepare for the history test, I need to learn ____ all the important dates for
5. / I should think /My friend/ recommended that/ carefully of /my real ability/
each event.
before making a decision/ and interests/ about my future/ career./ A. by mistake B. on purpose C. by chance D. by
heart
…………………………………………………………………………………… 7. She didn’t get the job ____________ she has a lot of experience.
…………….. A. although B. so C. because D. for
……………………………………………………………………………………
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s)
…………….. CLOSEST in meaning.
Đề 4 8.Ms Elan comes from London, so her mother tongue is English.
A.first language B.one language C.second language D.offical language
PART B: PHONETICS. (0,5p)
I. Find the word which has a different sound in the part underlined. 9. Brian is a software engineer and makes a lot of money. He has a __________
1. A. carry B. park C. kart D. car job.
2. A. humor B. exhibite C.exhause D. A. well-paid B. common C. low-skilled D.
honest part-time
10. Mia: “Excuse me, do you speak English?” - Yoko: II. Read the passage and choose the correct answer to each of the questions.
“_____________________” Working Hard to Get Your Dream Job
A. Hi there! I’m from Japan. B. Yes, a little bit. How can I Getting your dream job takes hard work and dedication. A dream job
help you? doesn’t come easily; it needs careful planning, effort, and a strong will.
C. No, I’m not learning IELTS here. D. Nice to meet you. What First, it’s important to know what your dream job is. This helps you
brings you here? understand what skills and education you need. For example, if you want to be a
II.Complete each sentence with correct form of the verbs in brackets( 1p) doctor, you need to study science and medicine. If you want to be a fashion
1. She _______________ (volunteer) at an animal shelter many times so far. designer, you need to learn about design and art.
2. Do you like the boy who (have) ____________big and black eyes? After you know your dream job, you should make a plan. This plan should
3. To improve sound quality, they decided (use) ________ high-resolution include choosing the right school or courses, finding internships, and talking to
headphones. people who work in the field. For example, you might take special classes or
4. While I _______________ (wait) for the bus, it started to rain. work at a company to get experience.
5. Students nowadays are easily addicted to (play) __________ computer games. Besides studying, you need to keep learning and improving your skills. In
III. Choose the underlined part A, B, C or D that needs correction. (1p) today’s world, learning never stops. Joining extra classes or attending workshops
1. The more he practices, the more fastly he runs. can help you stay up-to-date and do well in your job.
A. B. C D Finally, you need to be persistent and keep trying, even when things are
2. We met a local guide who explained the history and significant of Cu Chi tough. The road to your dream job might have problems. You might face
Tunnels. setbacks and failures, but it’s important to not give up. Each mistake teaches you
A. B. C. D. something and brings you closer to your goal.
3. Vietnamese coffee, to whom many people are addicted, is a strong and In summary, getting your dream job needs hard work and good planning.
delicious brew. By knowing what you want, making a plan, continuing to learn, and staying
A. B. C. D. determined, you can achieve your dream job.
4. The Mekong Delta is one of the most fertile region in Southeast Asia that 1: Which of the following is the best title for the passage?
produces a wide A. Working Hard in School B. How to Get Your Dream Job
A B C D C. The Best Jobs for You D. Learning New
variety of fruits. Things
5. My friends and I haven't decided what do for the weekend yet. 2: Which of the following is NOT a step to get your dream job?
A B C D. A. Knowing what you want B. Making a plan
PART D: READING (2p) C. Learning new things D. Playing video
I. Read the passage and fill in the blank with a correct word. games
3: The word ‘it’ in paragraph 1 refers to _________.
taught speeches what on had A. your dream B. your job C. your plan
In the 1800s and early 1900s, most children went to school in one-room D. your work
schoolhouses. At that time, most people lived (1)_______ farms. The farms were 4: Which of the following is true about learning for your dream job?
spread out. One-room schoolhouses were built because there weren't many A. Learning stops after school. B. Learning helps you do better in your job.
children in the farm areas. Most of the one-room schoolhouses only (2) _______ C. Learning is not needed for all jobs. D. Learning is
about fifteen to twenty children. The one-room schoolhouses had just one only for students.
teacher. That teacher instructed all students from the age of five or six up to ages Read the following sign or notice and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your
thirteen or fourteen or even older. The teacher also (3) _______ all subjects. In answer 5.What does this sign mean ?
one-room schoolhouses, students did a lot of reciting and memorising. Reciting
means that they said out loud (4)_______ they learned. The teacher would ask a
question, and the students would stand up and recite the answer. Students also
did a lot of memorising. They were often asked to memorise poems. They had to
memorise famous (5) _______ and important facts, too.
 A. She is out of cash.
B. We only accept payment in cash. Choose the word (A, B, C or D) whose main stress is different from the others.
C. 4. A. lesson
The shop charges less if the customer don’t B. woman C. repair D. father
D. Please exchange money here. 5. A. vacation B. remember C. tonight D. mother
Part II. Choose the best answer to complete each sentence. (2.0 points)
1. We used to……….. past the market on the way to school.
A. walk B. walked C. walking
D. have walked
2. Phong is good …………… English. Her mother is proud ………. him.
PART E: WRITING (2p)
A. about-of B. at- at C. with-for
I. Rewrite the following sentences without changing the overall meaning,
D. at- of
using the word in brackets.
3.- "I have won the first price in the English speaking contest" -
1. We visited a local farm. Its vegetables are always fresh and delicious. (whose)
A. Good luck B. Congratulations C. Don't mention it D.
 We visited ____________________________________________________
Thank you
2. My friend asked me, “Does the Philippines have beautiful beaches?”
4. The children were ……… about the trip.
My friend asked me _______________________________________________
A. excitement B. excitedly C. excited D.
3. I am thinking with pleasure about the weekend. (look forward to )
 exciting
I_______________________________________________________________ 5. He often takes part in cultural activities at school, ……………. ?
4. If you work hard, you can succeed in the city. (can’t) A. is he B. isn't he C: does he D. doesn't
 Unless _______________________________________________________ he
5. The apartment is big. The rent is high. 6. My friends, ……………… bicycle was stolen last week , has decided to buy a
 The ____________________________________________________ motorbike.
A. who B. which C. whose
II. Rearrange the words and phrases to make complete sentences. D. that
1. Young people are / mobile apps / to order food deliveries. / increasingly using/ 7. We always eat ……….. local food when we are abroad.
________________________________________________________________ A. a B. the C. an
___ D. Ø
2. their English. / want / to improve / who / travel / Many people / to England 8. ……………….. her lack of hard work, she was promoted.
_____________________________________________________________ A. In spite B. Even though C. in spite of D. despite of
3. invested / transportation. / has / The government / in / improve / infrastructure 9. My mom is always bad-tempered when I leave my room untidy.
projects / to/ A. feeling embarrassed B. talking too much
_____________________________________________________________ C. very happy and satisfied D. easily annoyed or irritated
4. in / the most / means of transportation / are / Motorbikes /Vietnam. / common/ 10. Have you ever seen Picasso's La Guerre, ………. is really a masterpiece?
________________________________________________________________ A. who B. they C. which
___ D. that
5. young Vietnamese people. / becoming / for / increasingly important / Learning Part III. Give the correct tense or form of the verbs in brackets. (0.5 point)
English is/ a. Do you have any difficulty in (1. solve) this problem
Đề 5 b. This hotel is empty, it (2. not live) in for a long time.
c. If we use water carefully, more people (3. have) fresh water.
SECTION B. LANGUAGE FOCUS – READING – WRITING (8.5 points)
d. When the volcano (4. erupt) yesterday, people living nearby already (5.
Part I. Phonetics. (1.0 point)
move) to safe places.
Choose the word (A, B, C or D) whose underlined part is pronounced
Part IV. Identify the underlined word or phrase that must be changed to
differently.
make the sentence correct. (1.0 point)
1. A. much B. school C. chemistry D. Christmas 1. She wished she is not getting stuck in another traffic jam.
2. A. reduced B. helped C. looked D. saved
3. A.shout B.found C.announce D.couple
 A B C D If you live in a city, you will probably see many people, hear the noise
2. The doctor suggested that he should drink more water, and took a lot of rest. of traffic, and smell the pollution from cars and factories. We are living in a new
A B C D era in the history of the world. Before this, most people were (1)__________.
3. When he lived in Japan, he didn’t used to eat food with forks, They lived in small communities in the country. Now many people are leaving
but with chopsticks. the farms and moving into the cities. They are (2)__________ for better jobs. As
A B C D a result, the cities are growing very quickly. Most cities are becoming more
4. The exercises were such difficult that I couldn’t do them. (3)__________. People are driving more cars, burning more fuel, using
A B C D (4)__________ water, eating more food, making more garbage, and producing
5. She has such a good sense of time . She makes everybody laugh . more things in factories than ever before. Life in modern cities can bring many
A B C D opportunities, but also many (5)__________.
Part V. Read the passage and then choose the correct answer to each question. Part VII. Rewrite the following sentences as directed (using the suggested
(1.0 point) words) so that the meanings stay the same. (1.0 point)
Your answers 1. You won’t get into university if you don’t pass your exam. (unless)
During the teenage years, many young people can at times be difficult to → You won’t ……….……….……………………………………….……………
talk to. They often seem to dislike being questioned. They may seem unwilling to 2. They’re going to publish a guidebook to different beauty spots in Viet Nam.
talk about their work in school. This is a normal development at this age, though it
(bring)
can be very hard for parents to understand. It is part of becoming independent, of
teenagers trying to be adult while they are still growing up. Young people are → They’re ………….…………………………………………………….……..
usually more willing to talk if they believe that questions are asked out of their …
real interest and not because people are trying to check up to them. Parents should 3. I can’t visit NASA because I don’t have an invitation letter. (so)
try their best to talk to their son or daughter about school, work and future plan but → I don’t …………..….……..………..…………………………………….……
should not push them to talk if they don't want to. Parents should also watch for 4. I have no idea when we should leave for the bus. (to)
the danger signs: some young people in trying to be adult may experience with -> I have no idea ..
sex, drugs, alcohol or smoking. Parents need to watch for any signs of unusual …………………………………………………………………
behavior which may be connected to these and get help if necessary. 5. The National Library opens every weekday. The library is on the second floor.
1. What do teenagers often dislike? (Use “which” to combine the two sentences into one)
A. doing school work B. being questioned → The National Library,
C. talking about their future plan D. drinking …………………………………………………………..
2. This development of teenagers at this age is considered______ Part VIII. Rearrange the given words to make complete sentences. (1.0
A. strange B. different C. usual point)
D. unusual 1. it/beleived/is that/you/be/will/pleased/your/exam result/ with/.
3. One solution to make teenagers talk is to______ -
A. Talk to them about their interests B. Allow them to smoke > ..............................................................................................................................
C. Check up on them D. Push them to talk ...
4. The work “experience” is closest meaning to______ 2. i/don't think/will/you/find/solution/a/to/problem/this/.
A. buy B. sell C. watch D. try -
5. What does the word “which” refer to? > ..............................................................................................................................
A. school work B. sex, smoking, ...
alcohol and drugs 3. we/unless/ won't survie/we/
C. unusual behavior D. development start/working/on/cleaner/safer/sources/enery/of/and
Part VI. Choose the word from the box to complete the following -
paragraph. (1.0 point) > ..............................................................................................................................
looking difficulties farmers more crowded ...
4. i/revise/lessons/quickly/my/again/before/breakfast/
- A. at - at B. into - at C. at - in D. to –
> ..............................................................................................................................
at
...
5. new/school/A/built/my/was/in/village/lastyear/. 9. "Let me show you how to use that library card.” - “_______”
-
A. I can do it myself. B. The librarian is not here.
> ..............................................................................................................................
... C. That's very kind of you. D. No, I wouldn’t
Đề 6
10. The luggage was _______ heavy _______ the doorman couldn't lift it up.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose A. so - that B. such - that C. too - that D. very
underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the – that
following questions. 11. My mother asked when _______ home the following week.

1. A. scholar B. chemistry C. church A. I would come B. would I come C. will I come D.

would I came
2. A. repairs B. sustains C. lacks
12. How many times _______ you _______ that movie since its release?
D. fairs
A. did - watch B. have - watched C. had - watched D. has
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that - watched
differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the
Part III. Give the correct tense or form of the verbs in brackets. (0.5 point)
following questions.
1. I can’t go to the pool with my friends because I can’t swim. Oh, I wish I
3. A. celebrate B. official C. convenient (swim).
4. A. language B. pricey C. brochure 2. She is looking forward (see) him soon.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct 3. She said she (visit) Ho Chi Minh city next Summer
answer to each of the following questions. 4. When he came home, his parents (have) dinner.
5. My mother advised me (not buy) that shirt.
5. Famous Vietnamese _______ food includes pho, bun cha and hu tieu.
IV. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
A. specialty B. facility C. community D. cuisine
underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.
6. Nowadays, to _______ the process of making com, people use machines
1. Cua Lo is famous for their beautiful beach which attracts many tourists in
instead of hands in several steps.
summer.
A. short B. shortage C. shorten D. shorter
A B C
7. My mom wondered _______ to pick up first, me or my younger brother.
D
A. that B. which C. when D. who
8. Our group decided to gather _______ Jim’s house _______ 9 p.m. to work.
2.If I go to Thailand, I would try to pick up a bit of Thai because I like Thai lang Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
uage. answer that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
A B C D
Vietnamese conical hats appeared throughout the country. People said that they
3. The man whom remained in the office was the manager. originated in the ancient capital city of Hue. As images of non la Vietnam were
A B C D on several Ngoc Lu bronze kettledrums and Ao Thinh bronze jars dating back
4. George was so a friendly engineer that his colleagues liked him very much. over 2,500 to 3000 years ago, it is likely that Vietnamese people have worn non
A B C D
5. My brother always suggests to read the book before seeing the film. la Vietnam (15) _______ millennia.
A B C D Non la, like many other traditional Vietnamese clothing items, has its own ( 16)
_______, which links to Vietnam rice growing culture. The story is about a
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
gorgeous Goddess who (17) _______ the sky to save people from a massive
answer to the questions from 13 to 14.
flood. Her large hat, consisting of four round leaves sewn together with bamboo
13. Put the sentences (a-c) in the correct order, then fill in the blank to make a
sticks, protected the people from adverse weather. Furthermore, she also taught
logical text.
them how to grow vegetables and trees (18) _______. (19) _______, after the
Do you love traveling to cities but can't decide on your next destination? While
Goddess vanished, the local people erected a temple to honor her as the rain-
popular choices like London, Paris, or Rome are often suggested, my personal
shielding goddess. They also attempted to make hats that look the same as the
favorite is Barcelona. ________
ones worn by the Goddess by using (20) _______ and readily available materials
a. Can you imagine walking through the historic Gothic Quarter, then relaxing
like palm leaves and bamboo. The result is the conical hat called non la Vietnam
on the Barceloneta beach, and later visiting one of Gaudi’s masterpieces?
that we know today.
b. In addition, the local cuisine, especially the tapas, is one of the best foods I’ve
(Adapted from https://vinpearl.com/en/non-la-vietnam-symbolize-traditional-
ever tried.
beauty-with-its- simplicity)
c. This Spanish treasure offers an incredible combination of culture, architecture,
15. A. on B. since C. for
and entertainment.
D. in
A. c-a-b B. b-a-c C. a-c-b D. c-b-
16. A. story of origin B. story of discovery C. tale of creation D.
a
account of origin
14. Choose the sentence that can end the text (in Question 13) most
17. A. derived from B. advanced to C. evolved into D. descended
appropriately.
from
A. However, living in Barcelona can be very hard.
18. A. for a change B. for fun C. for a living D.
B. In my opinion, it’s an experience you shouldn’t miss.
for a hobby
C. Finally, you strap up your basket and go home.
19. A. However B. Therefore C. Moreover D.
D. The architecture is breathtaking and memorable.
Although
20. A. nature B. naturally C. natural SUNLIGHT
D. naturist Spending a long time in the sun is dangerous and can give you skin
Read the following sign or notice and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your cancer. But on the other hand, not spending enough time in the sunlight is also
answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. bad for you, as it helps US to produce vitamin D. This vitamin is essential for
21. What does the sign say? strong bones and a healthy immune system, and it also makes people feel
A. You need a special type of ticket if you travelhappier.
regularly.
Nowadays, many people don’t get enough sunlight because they wear
B. The Super Weekly Saver ticket can help allsunscreen
travellersall
to the
savetime, especially on their faces. However, don’t spend too long
money. in the Sun - 15 minutes a day without sunscreen is a healthy amount, and not at
C. Cheaper tickets are available for people who midday.
travel often.
D. You must not buy the ticket if you are a one-time
COMPUTER
traveller. GAMES
You probably worry about how much time you or your children waste
22. What does the note say? playing computer games. But in fact, some studies show that these games can
A. Parents must return forms this week if theirhelp
child
USislearn
goingimportant
on skills. It seems that computer games stimulate the brain
Thursday’s trip. and that people who often play them are probably better at solving problems and
B. Parents cannot go on next month’s trip unless they return
making quicktheir
decisions. But don't spend too many hours in front of the
forms by Thursday. computer - not more than about two hours a day.
C. The deadline for submitting the forms for the trip is (Adapted from English File, Oxford University Press)
Wednesday. 23. What is the best title for the passage?
D. The last day for returning completed forms for the
A. Daily trip is
Dangers B. Everything Bad is Good for
Thursday. You
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer C. Too Little Too Much D. Best in Small Doses
sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions from 31 24. According to the passage, what are TWO positive effects of sunlight?
to 36. A. They can strengthen your bones and immune system.
COFFEE B. They prevent diabetes.
We all know that a cup of coffee helps to wake you up in the morning, C. They can improve problem-solving and critical thinking.
but several studies show that drinking coffee helps to prevent some illnesses like D. They are more prone to skin cancer.
diabetes and Parkinson’s disease. Experts say that you can safely drink three 25. According to the passage, which of the following is true about spending time
cups of espresso during the day, but if you drink too much coffee, it can make in the sun?
you feel anxious or keep you awake at night A. Wearing sunscreen is unnecessary as long as you are in the sun for less than
15 minutes a day.
B. Spending too much time in the sun is beneficial for vitamin D production. 
C. Spending 15 minutes a day in the sun without sunscreen is considered Unless.....................................................................................................................

healthy. Part VIII. Rearrange the given words to make complete sentences. (1.0
point)
D. Sunscreen is not needed if you are only in the sun during midday.
26. The word "essential" in paragraph 2 is OPPOSITE in meaning to _______. 1. important language / English/ in the world today. / is the most /
A. crucial B. fundamental C. trivial D. necessary ……………………………………………………………………………………
27. The word “stimulate” in paragraph 3 is CLOSEST in meaning to _______. ……

A. activate B. encourage C. delay D. 2. relationship with / good / his neighbours./Peter has

trigger ……………………………………………………………………………………
28. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage? ……
A. Digital games teach players quick thinking. 3. to finish the work. / to cooperate / in the team / She tried hard / with the others
B. You shouldn’t drink more than three cups of expresso per day. /
C. Wearing sunscreen has prevented people from getting enough sunlight. ……………………………………………………………………………………
D. Coffee can increase your heart rate. ……
Part VII. Rewrite the following sentences as directed (using the suggested 4. too much time / asked us / My father / playing computer games./ not to spend
words) so that the meanings stay the same. (1.0 point)
……………………………………………………………………………………
1. “Why don’t you buy a motorbike, Lam?” asked Tam ……

Tam suggested ………………………………………………………………… 5. 375 million people/ The British Council / speak / estimates that / regularly /
about / a / second language. / as / English/
2. Ms Hoa was my teacher. I will never forget her. (Using relative pronoun)
……………………………………………………………………………………
Ms ….....
Hoa…………………………………………….............................................. ……………………………………………………………………………………
…….
3. Nam is more intelligent than his brother.
Đề 9
Nam’s brother is
not............................................................................................... Part I. Phonetics (1.0 point)
Choose the word (A, B, C or D) whose underlined part is pronounced differently.
4. What time did you get out of bed this morning? (get up)
1. A. tried B. obeyed C. cleaned
 What D. asked
time.............................................................................................................. 2. chemistry B. character C. channel
D. school
5. If he doesn’t learn English hard, he won’t get a good job. 3. A. celebration B. pollution C. application
D. suggestion
 18. Plants and animals are an essential part of the Earth’s ecology.
Choose the word (A, B, C or D) whose main stress is different from the others. ( Chưa) A. important B. main C. minor
4. A. correct B. provide C. produce D. fundamental
D. finish Part III. Give the correct tense or form of the verbs in brackets. (0.5 point)
5. A. engineer B. national C. architect 1. I wish he ( come) ……………. here now.
D. scientist 2. When we told him the plan,he agreed (2. join) ……………our team.
Part II. Choose the best answer to complete each sentence. (2.0 points) 3. My brother and sister ………………………… (talk) about something when I
1. Tet is a festival………… occurs in late January or early February. …………………… (walk) into the room.
A. whom B. when C. where 4. She (not/have) ………………………………any fun for a long time.
D. which
2. If you __________ a choice, which country will you visit? Part IV. Identify the underlined word or phrase that must be changed to
A. have B. had C. have had make the sentence correct. (1.0 point)
D. will have 1. I enjoyed the book that you told me to read it.
3. …………… he got top marks at high school, he never went to university. A B C D
A. Despite B. Although C. Meanwhile D. Nevertheless
4. Woods and fields are typical features of the English _____. 2.George was so a friendly engineer that his colleagues liked him very much
A. landscape B. attraction C. development D. A B C D
exploration 3. The more you practice , the fluently you can speak.
5. When Africans started __________ cacao trees, they stopped fighting, so A B C D
chocolate brought peace there.
A. grow B. grows C. grew 4. They stopped to work because of the hot weather.
D. growing A B C D
6. She said that she …………… to Halong bay the next day. 5. The water and land around the chemical factory are serious polluted.
A. go B. will go C .went D. A B C D
would go Part V. Read the passage and then choose the correct answer to each question.
7. It's ……………. unusual tourist attraction and it's worth seeing. (1.0 point)
A. a B an C. the D. An artist went to a beautiful part of a country for a holiday and stayed with a
θ farmer. Everyday he went out with his paints and his brushes and painted from
8. The artisans in my village can ………… basket weaving. They earn enough morning to evening, and then when it got dark, he went back to the farm and had
money from it. a good dinner before going to bed.
A. deal with B. come back C. live on At the end of his holiday he wanted to pay the farmer, but the farmer said: "No, I
D. pass down
Choose the correct answer to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to do not want money, but give me one of your pictures. What is money? In a week
the underlined word(s). it will all be finished, but your painting will be still here."
9. My mum just went to the store, and then she came back home. The artist was very pleased and thanked the farmer for saying such kind of
A. left B. moved C. returned things. The farmer still smiled and answer "It is not that. I have a son in London.
D. stopped He wants to become an artist. When he comes here next month, I will show him
10. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in your picture, and then he will not want to become an artist any more. I think."
meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions. 28. Where did the artist spend his holiday?
A. In a beautiful country. C. With a farmer.
B. On a farm. D. With his paints and brushes.
29. What did the farmer go out for? C. He went out for his paintings D. He preferred to have dinner in
A. He went out for his holiday. B. He wanted to have sleep the open a
outdoor.
30. What did the farmer ask the artist t the end? C. He asks for a picture . D. He asked the artist to teach him to
A. He asked for money. B. He asked for his wages. be an artis

31. Why was the artist pleased with the farmer's request? Part VIII. Rearrange the given words to make complete sentences. (1.0
A. Because he thought his pictures were so beautiful. point)
B. Because he had so many kind of paintings 1. Vung Tau/ in Viet Nam. / liveable city/ is the most/
C. Because he would sell one of his pictures. → ............................................................................................................................
D. Because the farmer had thanked him. ....
32. The farmer's son wouldn't want to become an artist any 2. taking / Would you mind / a photograph? / me /
more........................... → ............................................................................................................................
A. because he lived in London. B. because he had the artist's ......
painting. 3. worldwide are required / Many students / to study English./
C. because he had seen the artist's painting. D. when he come here. →.............................................................................................................................
Part VI. Complete the passage, using the words and phrases in the box. (1.0 ....
point) 4. on the environment./ Sometimes the development/ has bad effects/ of tourism/
nature reserves habitat loss ecological balance →
.................................................................................................................................
food chain climate change 5. There are several / but I like the / Museum of Fine Arts the most./ museums
Earth's habitats are various and many are threatened. Each habitat includes living in my city,/
things, non-living things, and the surrounding environment. The relations of all living →…………………………………………………………………………………
things and their environment in a habitat make up the habitat's ecology. (1) _______ or …
changes in population of plants and animals can cause changes to the natural (2) …………………………………..…………………..
_______ and the ecology. That means ………………………………
to maintain a(n) (3) _______, we shouldn't cause changes to the climate and the plants
and animals of any habitat. In many countries, people have built (4) _______ to keep Đề 10
endangered plants and animals safe. People should also avoid activities that may cause
pollution and (5) _______. Part I. Phonetics (1.0 point)
Part VII. Rewrite the following sentences as directed (using the suggested Choose the word (A, B, C or D) whose underlined part is pronounced
words) so that the meanings stay the same. (1.0 point) differently.
1. He works hard. He gets good results. 1.A.community B. bustling C.hunt D.suck
→ The harder 2. A. variety B. homestay C. nature D. habitat
……………………………………………………………………… . 3. A. naked B. attended C. decided D. pleased
2. Do regular exercise and you may have a good sleep.
Choose the word (A, B, C or D) whose main stress is different from the others.
→ If you ………………………………………………………..
…………………. 4. A. concentric B. bilingual C. permission D. climate
3.He suggested visiting Trang An , a natural wonder of Viet Nam. 5. A. rubber B. occur C. support D. establish
→ What Your answers
about ..........................................................................................................? 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
4. Yesterday, I met a man. He is fluent in both English and French. (using Part II. Choose the best answer to complete each sentence. (2.0 points)
relative pronoun) 1. Sarah: “Hopefully, we can go to the beach this weekend. The weather looks
→ Yesterday, ...................................................................................................... .
5. “ We want to send our son to a university in the UK .” They said. good!”
→ They said ........................................................................................................ . A
A. Let’s come there this weekend. B. I’m sorry to hear that.
C. Yes, I hope so, too! D. Be patient. I hope things get The roller coaster ride was so exhilarating that my heart was pounding with
better soon. excitement.
2. With a growing economy, more Vietnamese families are able to ________ a A. thrilling B. calming C. exciting
comfortable lifestyle. D. exhausting
A. pursue B. pay C. take D. live 10. Choose the word that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part
3. A firefighter’s job is one of the most ________ ones. He / She can help in the following questions.
people out of a dangerous fire. Tourists were not permitted to climb the fragile rock formations.
A. interesting B. basic C. repetitive D. rewarding A. prohibited B. allowed C. suggested D.
4. The town is overcrowded and lacks public _______. approvedA
A. health B. amenities C. education D. Part III. Give the correct tense or form of the verbs in brackets. (0.5 point)
places 1. Before the waiter arrived with the food, the guests (leave) …..…………. the
5. She ________ a bad cold yesterday and missed some important information restaurant
of the course. 2. I don’ know where my wallet is. I wish I ( know)…………..….. where my
A. came down with B. got around C. hung out with D. wallet was.
carried out 3. You (watch)…………………… a video last night when I called you?
6. I want to go straight to work after school; _______, most available vocational 4. I’m very fond of Jane, but I (not see)………………much of her recently.
courses are not very practical. 5. She looks forward to (go)……………..on a picnic next week.
A. therefore B. however C. although Part IV. Identify the underlined word or phrase that must be changed to
D. despite make the sentence correct. (1.0 point)
7. What does the sign say? 1. We joined a guided tour led by a historian whose shared intriguing stories.
A. No loud music or noise allowed in this area. A B C D
B. Headphones are required when listening to music. 2. She wondered if the Amazon Rainforest will continue to face deforestation.
C. Music is encouraged in this area. A B C D
D. Use of speakers is allowed at low volume only. 3. Ecology balance is a term used to describe the balance between living things
and their
A B C
D
8. What does the notice say? environment.
4. Kim advised that I should buying this new model of e-reader.
A B C D
5. If I am you, I would choose vocational subjects.
A. Throw paper and plastic in any trash can. A B C D
B. You should recycle paper and plastic in special bins.
SECTION C. READING ( 2.0 points)
C. Do not recycle paper and plastic.
Part I. Choose the best word from the box to complete the following paragraph.
D. Use the recycling bins only for glass.
(1 point)
9. Choose the word or phrase CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part
places businesses over which Additionally
in the following questions.
 Traveling is a great way to see new (1) ______ and learn about different cultures. sent
First, it lets you visit interesting sites, which can be fun and educational. For example, 4. What was a significant long-term effect of the disaster on the population?
you can go to famous landmarks like the Statue of Liberty, which shows the history of A. Increased job opportunities
the United States. Also, traveling helps local (2) ______ because tourists buy food and B. Thousands were displaced from their homes
souvenirs, (3) ______ supports people in those areas. (4) ______, travelers who care C. A rise in tourism
about the environment can help protect beautiful places by being careful not to leave D. A decrease in international aid
trash. But, even though traveling is exciting, it’s important to travel in a way that does 5. What is the CLOSEST meaning of “toxic” as used in the passage?
not harm nature. In summary, tourism, which brings people together from all A. safe B. poisonous C. beneficial D. natural
(5)______ the world, should be done in a way that respects both the local culture and SECTIOND. WRITING (2.0 points)
the environment. Part I. Rearrange the given words to make complete sentences. (1.0 point)
1. all neighbours./ They/ good relationship/ with / have a /
Part II. Read the passage and then choose the correct answer to each question.
________________________________________________________________
(1.0 point)
________
On 11th March 2011, northeastern Japan experienced the strongest
2. My friend/ charge your phone. / USB cable/ recommended/ to / using a /
earthquake in its recorded history. It measured 9.0 on the Richter scale and
strong shaking could be felt several hundred kilometers away. Soon after that, ________________________________________________________________
the coastline was hit by a devastating tsunami, which produced waves up to 40 ________
meters high. It destroyed dozens of towns close to the sea and also carried boats,
3. which / The city / great destination./ many attractions/ is a/ has/
cars and even planes many miles inland. The earthquake also damaged a nuclear
power plant. Toxic radioactive materials were released into the environment and ________________________________________________________________
thousands of people were forced to leave their homes. At least 18,000 people ________
died in the disaster and more than 450,000 were left with no home after the 4. he doesn’t/ like / go to university. /academic/ subjects, he/ wants to/ Although
tsunami. As soon as the disaster happened, donations and assistance were sent to
Japan from around the world. Today, the region has made incredible progress /
not just in returning to its pre-quake status, but in going beyond, looking to the ________________________________________________________________
future and outward to the world. ________
1. The passage is mainly about ..............
5. A food/ the order/ shows you/ depend/ for food./ in which/ living things/ on
A. how a tsunami can happen in Japan
B. a terrible disaster in Japan in 2011 each/ other/ chain/
C. the number of deaths in natural disasters in ________________________________________________________________
Japan
________
D. how Japan has improved since 2011
2. What happened to the nuclear power plant? ________________________________________________________________
A. It was evacuated. B. It was unaffected. _______________
C. It was damaged. D. It was completely destroyed.
3. What was the global reaction to the disaster?
A. No response B. People celebrated II. Rewrite each sentence beginning as shown so that the meaning stays the
C. Countries closed their borders D. Donations and assistance were same. (1.0 point)
1. The last time we saw this film was six months ago. 5. A. important B. celebrate C. tradition D.
=> We haven’t historic

_____________________________________________________________ Part II. Choose the word, phrase or expression which is the best to complete
2. “ Do you know about the Shilin Stone Forest in China, Hoa?” the man asked. each sentence. (2.0 points).

-> The man asked 1. If Emily ______ sick today, she would be able to go to school.
___________________________________________________________
A. isn’t B. weren’t C. doesn’t D. didn’t
3. I like listening to the tour guide. He knows a lot about the tourist site. (who)
=>I 2. We ____ four quizzes and five tests so far this semester.
________________________________________________________________
A. have had B. are having C. had D. will
______
have
5. He won’t get good grades if he doesn’t study harder.
=> Unless he 3. I really admire the professor ____ I met at the conference.
______________________________________________________________
A. whose B. where C. which D.
6. The storm was so bad. We couldn’t go out to get necessary items. (such)
whom
=> It
________________________________________________________________
4. He visited his grandmother yesterday, ____?
_____

Đề 11 A. didn’t he B. hasn’t he C. isn’t he D.

doesn’t he

Part I. Phonetics (0,5 point)

5. We have English class ____ Mondays and Tuesdays.
Find the word with different sound in the underlined part in each line.

1. A. conical B. imagine C. handicraft A. in B. on C. at D.

D. organize from
2. A. cheerful B. machine C. chicken
6. We heard the news as soon as we ____ the car radio.
D. champion

3. A. limited B. performed C. destroyed A. went over B. switched on C. grew up D. turned

D. returned down
Find the word which has a different stress pattern.
7. Maria felt ____ when she heard her brother shouting while she was studying.
4. A. welcome B. tunnel C. prepare D.
system A. sick B. confident C. relaxed D. annoyed
8. Linda: “Would you mind opening the window?” - Jane: “____” 3. We will go to the park for a picnic if the weather will be nice tomorrow.

A. I agree with you. B. Yes, you can. C. Not at all. D. Yes, I’d love A. will go B. for C. if D. will be
to.
4. Now the community center is held a meeting to discuss what to improve the

9. The blue house is ______ than the green one. local park.

A. is held B. to discuss C. what D. to improve

A. far the largest B. largest far C. large far D. far
larger 5. The taller the building are, the better the view from the top becomes.

10. The trip to the National Gallery has been ______ until next Friday. A. The taller B. the building C. the better D. the view
from the top
A. put off B. looked into C. turned up D. found out
Part V. Read the text and use the words in the box to fill in the blanks. (1,0
Part III. Give the correct tense or form of the verbs in brackets. (1,0 point) point)
1. Mr. Dawson _________________ (drive) home when it started to rain.

2. _________________ (you, ever cook) a full meal by yourself? crucial but balanced adult prioritize helpful
It’s important to acknowledge that stress is a normal part of life, (1)

3. A big party ____________(plan) by the teenagers for the weekend. ___________ it’s vital to learn healthy ways to manage it. Talking to trusted (2)
___________, like a parent, teacher, or counselor, can be a great way to receive
4. To stay cool during hot summers, some families decided _________________
(take) baths in rivers or streams. support and guidance.

5. If Susan studies hard for her exam, she ___________ (pass) with flying Finding healthy outlets for stress is (3) ___________. Regular exercise,
colors.
spending time in nature, listening to calming music, or pursuing creative hobbies
Part IV. Choose the underlined part A, B, C or D that needs correction. (0.5
point). can all be (4) ___________ coping mechanisms.

1. Have you heard anything which might interest us in the city? Learning healthy sleep hygiene and maintaining a (5) ___________ diet can also
significantly impact stress levels. Finally, remember to be kind to yourself.
A. Have B. heard C. which D.
Don’t be afraid to ask for help and prioritize your well- being.
interest us
Part VI. Read the passage and then choose the correct answer to each question.
2. Afternoon yesterday, while I was waiting for the bus, it started raining.
(1.0 point)
A. Afternoon yesterday B. was waiting C. started D. raining
 Located on the central coast of Vietnam, Hoi An boasts a unique blend 4. Which of the following statements is true about the evenings in Hoi An?
of cultures and traditions. Its ancient town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a
A. The streets are deserted after sunset.
town of narrow streets lined with colorful shophouses, each displaying intricate
carvings and vibrant hues. B. Families gather for social activities and food.

The heart of the community becomes livelier in the evenings, when the C. The Japanese Covered Bridge is closed to the public.
sun dips below the horizon and the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge illuminates D. Tourism completely shuts down businesses.
the Thu Bon River. Families gather for evening strolls, enjoying street food
5. What event exemplifies the community spirit of Hoi An?
vendors offering steaming bowls of beef noodle soup and fragrant banh mi.
A. The daily tea gatherings between neighbors.
Despite the influx of tourism, the community maintains a strong sense
of togetherness. Neighbors often gather for tea and conversation on their low B. The presence of street food vendors.
wooden stools placed outside theừ homes. During festivals like Tet, the entire
C. The colorful facades of the shophouses.
town comes alive with traditional celebrations, dragon dances, and communal
feasts. D. The influx of tourists during peak season.

1. What is the main theme of the passage? Part VII. Rewrite the following sentences without changing the meaning,
using the word in brackets. (1.0 point)
A. The history of Hoi An’s architecture. B. The challenges of tourism in Hoi
1. I was rushing to work because I woke up late. (so)
An.
 I woke up
C. The sense of community in Hoi An. D. The local cuisine of Hoi An
………………………………………………………………………….
2. What UNESCO designation does Hoi An’s ancient town hold?
2. If I lived closer to the city center, I would go there every weekend. (wouldn’t)
A. World Heritage Site B. National Park
 Unless
C. Biosphere Reserve D. Cultural Monument ……………………………………………………………………………..

3. What material are the shophouses traditionally made of? 4. Public transportation in the city is more efficient than driving your own car.
(less)
A. Brick B. Wood
 Driving your own car
C. Stone D. none of them (not
……………………………………………………………….
mentioned in the passage)
4. “I really like hanging out with my friends,” said Tom. (liked)
 Tom said that a. Circle the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently.
1. A. hard B. traffic C. attitude D. matter
……………………………………………………………………..
2. A. craftsman B. factor C. indicator D. concentrate
3. A. wandered B. embroidered C. preserved D. embarrassed
5. The teenagers decided to go to the concert although it was raining. (rain) b. Circle the word whose main stress is different from the others
4. A. measure B. structure C. export D. setting
 Despite 5. A. balloon B. trainee C. engineer D. machine
……………………………………………………………………………. II. Choose the best answer to complete these sentences. (2.0 points)
1.What will you do to earn …….?
Part VIII. Rearrange the order of the given words to make complete A.Life B. a work C. a living A. D. a job
2. Will lesson ever ………..in places other than traditional classrooms?
sentences.
A. deliver B. learnt C. be learning D. be delivered
(1.0 point) 3. I got over our problem. Thank you very much for your help.
A. Thank you, B. You are C. That is very D. Don’t worry
1. delicious / cookies / the / most / bake / used / to / My grandmother / every / too. welcome kind of you
weekend. 4. My parents wouldn’t let me………..up late when I was a child.
A. to stay B. staying C. stay D. stayed
________________________________________________________________ 5. Atlanta is the city…………….the Olympic games were held in 1996.
__________ A. that B. when C.where D. which
6. ................ you study harder, you won’t pass the examination.
2. shows / whose / history / a long period of British colonization. / official A. If B. unless C. Despite
language / in several countries / English / an / is 7. Teachers and students can interact face to face in ................ classrooms.
A. tradition B. traditionally C. traditional D. traditionally
________________________________________________________________ 8. I'm interested in doing ............... so I can stay at home in the evening.
________ A. night B. an evening C. something D. a nine-to-five
shifts course adventurous job
3. it / simpler / Although life / in the past, / was / many conveniences / lacked / 9. The company admitted…………..the employee unfairly.
we have today. A. to dismiss B. dismiss C. dismissing D. dismissed
10. Which language is the most spoken as a first language in the world?
____________________________ A. English B. Chinese C. Vietnamese D. French
III. Use the correct tense or form of the verb given in each
4. young Vietnamese people. / becoming / for / increasingly important / is /
sentences. (1.0point)
Learning English 1. If I were you, I (learn) ……………… harder.
________________________________________________________________ 2. Would you like (drink) ………………a cup of coffee? ~ No, thanks.
3. My parents (not travel) ……………….to Malaysia since 2016.
_____ 4. My house (build)………………………. in 1980.
5. a / a / Having / in the morning / cup of strong coffee / is / many Vietnamese 5.When the waiter arrived with the food, the guests (already leave) .……...........
….the restaurant
people. / daily ritual for
Your answer:
Đề 12 1. ................................. 2...............................
3...............................................
4...................................... 5......................................
IV. Find out one error/ mistake from A, B, C or D in each sentence below.
I. Phonetics. (1point) (1.0 point)
1 .Though she doesn’t speak English well, but she works in a foreign company. 3. Which of the following sentences is TRUE according to the passage?
A B C D A. The number of smokers has become smaller.
2 Remember not to skip the breakfast because it’s the most important meal. B. You can smoke in your office.
A B C D C. You can smoke in some bars and restaurants.
3. If you did more exercise, your muscles will be stronger. D. More places for people to smoke.
A B C D 4. What may happen under new plans?
4. I don’t like people whose talk loudly in public places. A.There are more nonsmokers. B. there are more smokers.
A B C D C.There are fewer places where people can smoke.
5. Nobody liked to eat this kind of food here, didn’t they? D. you can’t smoke in a house with more than 10 visitors a week
A B C D 5. In the future, smoking in…........… may soon be banned.
V. Choose the best word from the box to complete the following paragraph. (1.25 A. bars and restaurants. C. large
point) family’s
home
useful, communicate , learning, which, almost, knowledge B. the country that gave tobacco to the world. D. all of these
I use English for different purposes in my everyday life. Firstly, English places
helps me (1).................with people all over the world. I have made friends with VII. Put the words and phrases in the right order to make meaningful
some students from the UK and Australia. I use English to chat with them about sentences. (1, 25 points)
many things. Secondly, English helps me get information and improve my 1. The/ satellite/ was/ belongs/ launched /space /yesterday/ into / to /that /Viet
(2)............. . Because almost any information is available in English, it is easy Nam.
for me to get access to all sources of information with my English. Finally, ………………………………………………………………………………
English is (3)............. when I want go to abroad to study. A lot of schools and 2. in the world / English speakers / increasing fast. / The number of / is
universities in different countries (4)...........provide scholarship and courses in ……..…………………………………………………………………………
English. I am (5)............ English hard to get IELTS score of 6.5 so that next 3. drink coffee/ for breakfast,/ He/ now/ he/ used to/ drinks milk.
year I can go to Australia to study. In conclusion, English is useful for me in ……..…………………………………………………………………………
various ways. 4. Vietnamese/ English. / is/ She/ bilingual in/ and/
VI. Read the passage and choose the best answer. (1.25 points) ……..…………………………………………………………………………
Throughout the United States, the number of places where people are 5. We last / went/ ago./ Spain/ three years/ to
allowed to smoke has gradually become smaller and smaller. First it was banned ……..…………………………………………………………………………
on trains, buses and planes, the in public places such as theaters and airports. VIII. Rewrite the following sentences so that it has the similar meaning to
Now you can’t smoke in any workplace. Nonsmokers are definitely winning the the first (1,25points)
battle. “Why should we breathe their smoke?”- they say. If they are lucky, 1. She suggested visiting Ha Long Bay, a natural wonder of our area.
smokers can still find some bars and restaurants where they can light up a ->How
cigarette, but it may soon be banned there, too. Anti-smoking groups even think about...................................................................................................................
that smoking ought to be banned in people’s homes. Under new plans you won’t 2. I bought a book at the bookstore near my house yesterday. It was really
be able to smoke in any house where there are more than ten visitors in a week, interesting.
or where there are children. In 1996, nicotine was classed as drug, like cocaine →The book…………………………………………………………............
or heroin. In the country that gave tobacco to the world, smoking might one day ………….
be illegal. 3. Students will play more active roles in the classroom.
1. Now you can smoke………. but in the future you can’t. ->More active
A. in bars B. in theaters C. on planes D. on trains roles………………………………...................................................…
2. “Why should we breathe their smoke?” The word their in the sentence 4. I'm sorry that I can't go to the airport to see off my friend Peter.
means……. →I wish ……………………………………………………….........
A. smokers’ B. other people’ C. non-smokers’ …………………
D. visitors’ 5. “There are flights from Da Lat to Ha Noi twice a week” they said to me.
- They told 1. The manufacturer ________ the plastic into the shape of the smartphone case
me............................................................................................................... using specialised machines.
Đề 13 A. moulds B. collaborates C. sucks D. displays
I. Phonetics (1point) 2. If your device breaks down, you can take it to the ________ for professional
service.
Circle the word (A, B, C, or D) whose underlined part is pronounced
differently. A. aluminium case B. entertainment website

1. A. lightweight B. robotic C. interact D. C. laser technology D. repair centre

webinar 3. With a smartphone, you have a world of information ________ your

fingertips.

A. taught/ had B. had taught/ C. was teaching/ D. taught/left A. for B. at C. on D.

left left left with
4. The staff of the new electronics store gave me a ________ which shows
2. A. aluminium B. camcorder C. replace D. scan
information of the store.
A. photocopier B. hardware C. leaflet D. screentime
A. If B. unless C. Despite D. although
5. She used a ________ to record her family holiday and save memorable

3. A. music B. constant C. steel D. touchscreen moments.

A. vacumn cleaner B. virtual keyboard
A. locking B. for locking C. to lock D. lock C. e-reader D. camcorder
6.He ……………… in this school before he ……………… for England.
Circle the word (A, B, C, or D) whose main stress is different from the
others. 7................. you study harder, you won’t pass the examination.
A. was there B. was he C. were they D. wasn’t it
8.Don’t forget.....................the door when you go out.
1. A. smartwatch B. cardboard C. repair D. software 9.Nobody was injured in the accident, … ………..?

A. Yes, I’d B. Yes, C. No, I D. No, please 10. Would you like to go to the movies with me tonight? –B:
love to thanks don’t like “..............................”

III. Write the correct forms of the verbs in brackets to complete the following
2. A. device B. conduct C. replace D.
sentences.
leaflet
(1 point)
II. Circle the best word/phrase (A, B, C or D) to complete the sentences 1. I advised ( play) soccer at recess.
below.(2 points)
2. I try (learn) ................................ English for years, but I haven’t succeeded use a lot of water and electricity when they stay in hotels. They forget to
yet. (5)_____ the lights or even leave televisions and air conditioning units on when
they leave the room. On top of that, it is often difficult or impossible travellers to
3. The car needs repairing. It (buy)…………...….…….two days ago.
recycle items, so they end up leaving large amounts of waste behind. That’s why
4. He (lose)..................... his job last month and since then he (be)....................... it is important for people to travel wisely and respect the places they visit.
out of work.
VI.Read the passage, and choose the correct answer A, B, C or D for each
IV. Find out one error/mistake (from A,B,CorD) in each sentence below . ( 1 point) question. (1,25 points)

1. Dr. Nelson, whom is the head of the research group, will talk about the In the early years of television, educational specialists believed that it
changes in curriculum. would be very useful in teaching and learning. Many schools have brought
television sets, intending to use them effectively to improve the quality of
A B C D
education; but actually they are rarely used properly in classrooms. Meanwhile,
2. Even though taking a taxi , Mr Brown still came to the meeting late. children spending the majorityof their out-of-school hours watching TV and
their typical school days proceed as if television did not exist.
A B C D
There are some explanations for the failure of television to get the
3. She has such a good sense of time . She makes everybody laugh .
interest of the teachers. Firstly, the schools that purchased television sets have
A B C D not set aside money for equipment repairs and maintenance so these television
sets are sooner and later out of work. Secondly, these schools have not found an
4. If you did more exercise, your muscles will be stronger .
effective way to train teachers to integrate television into their on going
A B C D instructional programs. Lastly, most teachers do not regard the quality of
television and its usefulness in the classroom. Teachers at the schools work hard
5. Remember not to skip the breakfast because it’s the most important meal.
for at least twelve years to train their students to become good readers.
A B C D
However, according a recent statistics, teenagers seldom spend their free
V. Choose a suitable word from the box to fill in each gap to complete the time reading books and newspapers but watching television instead.
passage. (1,25 points)
1.The text is about:
help turn off important pollution
tourism A. the use of television at schools B. Teaching and learning
television
Travel and tourism are very (1)________to millions of people over
C. educational specialists D. watching TV
the world. In every country you can find people that work in travel and tourism.
Some countries need the money from tourism to (2) _____________their people outside school
survive. It is necessary for these places that travel and (3) _______ continue to 2. When TV first appeared, educatonal specialists………….
expand and bring money to their regions. However, travel and tourism have
negative aspects. Planes, buses, boats and other means of transportation that A.did not appear it. B. did not appaered
carry travellers and tourists cause (4)____.Moreover, some people do things on a
C. believed it would be useful for schooling. D. banned children from
holiday they would never think of doing at home. For example, many travellers
watching TV.
3. According to the text, TV…… …… 1. My cousin often visited me when he lived in Ha Noi.( used to)

A. has not been used properly in classrooms. B. has been used effectively in  My cousin ……………………………………………………….
classrooms.
2. Although he loves maths, he has decided to become an English teacher.
C.has not existed in classrooms. D. has not attracted
 In spite .......................................................................
students’ interest.
3. I lent him a book. It was written by Daniel Defoe.
4. There are ……….explanations for the failure of television to get the interest
of the teachers.  The book ………………………………………

A. two B. three C.four D. five 4. She can’t have more time for relaxation because she has too much work.

5.children spend their free time…………  If she…………………………………………………………………………

A. reading books B. reading 5. David has a good relationship with most of his colleagues.
newspapers  David
C. learning foreign languagues D. watching TV gets……………………………………………………………………………….

VII. Rearrange the words to make up meaningful sentences. (1.25pts) Đề 14

1. my pronunciation/ The man/ my father/ is/ a friend/ who/ with/ helps me. I. Phoneics
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.
2.put up with/Mike / the noise/ of/ can't/ the traffic/ anymore.
1. A. facilitated B. included C.
............................................................................................................. developed D. polluted
2. A. creature B. notice C. statue
3. I /a few words/ / on holiday/ picked up/ of English.
D. actual
............................................................................................................... II. 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
4./that/ / into space/The satellite / yesterday /Viet Nam/ was launched/belongs to.
following questions.
................................................................................................................. 3. A. science B. physics C. prefer
D. neighbor
5./ English / now / third / most / spoken / native / language / worldwide / after / 4. A. interactive B. entertainment C.
Chinese / and / Hindi /. innovation D. infrastructure
........................................................................................................................... Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
answer to each of the following questions.
5. By learning English, you can get ............. to a wider educational and career
VIII. Rewrite these sentences so that they have the same meaning. (1.25 opportunities.
points)
A. information B. knowledge C. access III. Read the following sign or notice and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on
D. aspect your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
6. We ............. everywhere by car, but now we use public transport more. questions.
A. used to go B. were going C. had 14. What does the sign say?
gone D. will go
7. The band ............. music is amazing made all the spectators dance and sing
along. A. Please put on your shoes when entering
A. which B. whose C. that this place.
D. whom
8. If Alex ….…….. up the word in the dictionary, he …………. the meaning of B. You can’t buy any shoes in this place.
it. C. Please take off your shoes when entering
A. looks/will know B. looked/will know C. this place.
looks/would know D. will look/ knows
9. Thomas: “Dad, do you mind if I turn on the TV?” Dad: “................” D. You don’t have to wear shoes in this place.
A. No problem, go ahead. B. Yes, definitely. 15. What of the sentence is true?
C. No, I’m not. D. That’s alright. A. You must get a license to catch fish
10. The .......... the bread is, the better it tastes. here.
A. freshest B. more fresh C. fresher B. You are not allowed to fish here.
D. most fresh
11. The .............. of living in big cities is usually higher than that in rural C. You can only catch certain types of
regions. fish.
A. price B. standard C. level
D. You can only catch fish during specific
D. value
hours.
12. Put the sentences (a-c) in the correct order, then fill in the blank to make
a logical text. IV. Give the correct tense or form of the verbs in brackets (1.0 point)
Last weekend, we went on a hiking trip in the mountains. We were all excited, 1. We (not/see) ____________ each other since Monday.
but things didn’t go as planned..... 2. He said he (visit) ____________ his grandmother the following day.
a. Halfway up the trail, we realized that we had forgotten to bring enough water. 3. What you (do) ____________ if you have a lot of money?
b. We decided to turn back and head home before it got too late. 4. She is having an examination. She wishes she (spend) ________ a day off on
c. The sun was strong, and we quickly became tired and thirsty. a farm now.
A. a - c- b B. c - a - b C. b - a - c D. a - b - c 5. I remember (tell) ________ fairy tales by my grandparents when I was 5.
13. Choose the sentence that most appropriately ends the text (in Question
V. Identify the underlined word or phrase that must be changed to make the
12).
sentence correct (1,0 point).
A. We learned the importance of being well-prepared for outdoor activities.
1. They wish they are able to spend more time with their children in the
B. Despite the setback, we enjoyed the rest of the hike.
countryside.
C. We stopped at a nearby shop to buy more supplies.
A B C D
D. The hike was challenging but worth it.
2. Staying in bed all day is not good for our health, hasn't it?
A B C D
3. This tree is planted by my grandfather many years ago. Living in a bustling city offers many advantages, but it also comes with its
A B C D own set of challenges. One common issue is the presence of leftover waste on
4. He suggested to go to Phong Nha Cave since it’s a famous natural wonder of the streets, which can create an unsightly environment and attract pests. To
Viet Nam. combat this, city officials often implement strict waste management policies to
A B C D encourage proper disposal of garbage. Another problem in cities is keeping clean
5. The girl who we are talking with used to be a Miss World. in crowded areas. Because many people live close together, it's crucial for
A B C D everyone to focus on hygiene to keep everything clean and avoid sickness
SECTION C: READING (3.0 points) spreading. Washing hands often and keeping homes tidy can help with this
I. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct problem. Regular cleaning of public places, like parks and transportation, is also
option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 1 to 6. (1,5 points) important. Additionally, city dwellers may experience discomfort such as itchy
eyes and respiratory problems due to air pollution. Investing in air purifiers and
On May 6, 2023 the people of the United Kingdom celebrated the start
wearing masks when going outdoors can provide some relief from these
of a new era. King Charles was officially crowned King (1) .......... his mother, symptoms. Planting more trees and using public transportation instead of
Queen Elizabeth II. The ceremony was held at Westminster Abbey in London, personal cars can also help reduce pollution.
and was attended by members of the royal family, governments and people from Despite these challenges, many people are drawn to city life for its opportunities
(2) .......... the world. The coronation was a major event in British history. It was and excitement. However, it's essential for residents to be mindful of the
broadcast (3) ........... on television all over the world. Millions of people drawbacks and take steps to mitigate them for a healthier and happier urban
watched as Charles was crowned King, and many people expressed their experience.
7. What is one of the common issues faced by bustling cities?
happiness and excitement for the new era.
A. Lack of entertainment options B. Leftover waste on the streets
After the ceremony, there was a reception at Buckingham Palace. The palace C. Too many green spaces D. High levels of unemployment
gardens were lit up with bright lights and decorated (4) .......... flowers. The
atmosphere was festive and cheerful, with music and dancing. Delicious food 8. How do city officials address the issue of leftover waste?
A. By attracting more pests to the B. By encouraging people to leave it
and drinks were served, and the guests had a memorable time in the palace. The
area. on the streets.
main dish on the official menu is "Coronation Quiche", (5) ........ is a type of
pastry with egg, spinach, broad beans, and herbs. The official menu (6) .......... C. By hiring more people to solve it. D. By implementing waste
from Buckingham Palace is now available online, so you can try making management policies.
"Coronation Quiche" at home. 9. Why is maintaining personal hygiene important in crowded urban areas?
A. To reduce living expenses. B. To decrease air pollution.
1. A. by B. before C. after D. since
C. To prevent the spread of illnesses. D. To attract more pests.
2. A. all B. over C. above D. around
10. Which sentence is NOT TRUE according to the passage?
3. A. living B. live C. lively D. alive A. City dwellers never experience discomfort such as itchy eyes.
B. Air purifiers can provide relief from discomfort due to air pollution.
4. A. with B. for C. about D. from C. Many people are drawn to city life despite its challenges.
D. It's crucial for everyone to focus on hygiene to prevent the spread of sickness.
5. A. that B. which C. who D. why
11. What does the word "mitigate" mean in the context of the passage?
6. A. description B. ingredient C. method D. recipe A. increase B. extend C. improve D. reduce

II. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your 12. What is the main idea of the passage?
answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following A. The opportunities and excitement B. Advantages of living in the city.
questions from 7 to 12. (1,5 points) of urban living.
 C. C. The attraction of city life to D. Challenges and benefits of urban 5. a happier /our environment/ If /we / clean,/ we will/ have/ and/ healthier life./
people. living. keep /
________________________________________________________________
SECTION D: WRITING (2,0 points) _______________
I. Rewrite the following sentences as directed so that the meanings stay the
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same (1.0 point)
1. Unless we finish our homework, we cannot go out this evening. I. Phonetics (0.5 points)
Find the word with different sound in the underlined part in each line.
=> If…………………… ……………………………..
1. A. nature B. change C. gravity
……………………………………. D. basic
2. The rules didn't specify who I should speak to in case of an emergency. (who 2. A. delicious B. lemon C. pepper D.
to V) vegetable
3. A. question B. accommodation C. information D. nation
=>The rules didn't specify ...………………..
Find the word which has a different stress pattern.
……………………………………………… 4. A. celery B. benefit C. engineer
3. If you are happier, you look younger. D. versatile
=> The happier …………………… …………………………….. 5. A. vacation B. delicious C. excursion D.
holiday
…………………………
II. Choose the best word or phrase (A, B, C or D) (2 points)
4. “What kind of books do you like best, Linda?” asked Peter. 1. ..........cups of coffee have you taken?
=> Peter A. How many B. How much C. How D.
asked……………………………………………………………………………… How far
2. If children don’t play sports, they.....................sleepy and tired.
5. The girl is very friendly. She lived next door to us.
A. would have felt B. had felt C. would feel D.
=> The girl who will feel
…………………………………………………………………………… 3. Parking is very difficult in......city centre, so my father always goes there
II. Rearrange the order of the given words to complete sentences. (1,0 point) by...bus.
A. the – Ø B. the – the C. a – a D.
1. the/ an exciting holiday. /first time/ I /such/ This is/have attended/
a–Ø
________________________________________________________________
4. I take every______to speak English with foreigners because this is my
_______________
weak point.
2. We/ on/ Cat Ba Island /next weekend. /having a picnic/ suggest/ A. condition B. advantage C. responsibility D. opportunity
________________________________________________________________ 5. David..... a seat on the evening flight to Ho Chi Minh City.
_______________ A. travelled B. paid C. booked D.
made
3. failed in/ In spite of/ we/ the/ final match. /our efforts,/ all/ 6. The main .....of this drink are wine, orange juice and bitters.
________________________________________________________________ A. parts B. compositions C. components D.
_______________ ingredients
4. a laboratory/ a lot of/ are working/ in/ The students/ which/ has/ chemicals/. 7. Your doctor........advice you ought to listen to, is a clever man indeed.
________________________________________________________________ A. who B. whom C. whose D. which
_______________ 8. As soon as the spacecraft .........: into space, the crew started to observe the
sun.
A. travelled B. was travelling C. has travelled D. had (3)...........people do not have this information, they may find that private medical
travelled care is extremely expensive. It is not (4)............ for people to discover that they
9. The good news is more money .....................on education in the next five do not have enough money with them to pay the total costs and in such
years. (5)................, an already difficult situation becomes even more complicated.
A. will spend B. will be spent C. spends D.is spent Your answer :
10. Studies suggest ....................only when you are most active and giving your 1.................................2.....................................3...............................
digestive system a long break each day. 4.................................5.......................................
A. eating B. being eating C. to eat D.
being eaten VI. Read the following passage and choose the best answer for each
III. Write the correct form of the verb in brackets to complete the following question (1.0 point)
sentences (1.0 point) Over the past 600 years, English has grown from a language of few speakers to
1. If he (1. clean)............ his windscreen he’d be able to see where he was become the dominant language of international communication. English as we
going. know it today emerged around 1350, after having incorporated many elements
2. In 1983, Sally Ride (2. become)..............the first American woman in space of French that were introduced following the Norman invasion of 1066. Until
after Russian cosmonaut Valentina Tereshkova ( 3. send) ....................in the 1600s, English was, for the most part, spoken only in England and had not
space twenty years earlier. extended even as far as Wales, Scotland, or Ireland. However, during the course
3. Why don’t you stop (4. work)..................................and take a rest? of the next two centuries, English began to spread around the globe as a result of
4. My sister ( 5. study ) ...............................abroad since 2015 exploration, trade (including slave trade), colonization, and missionary work.
Your answer 1. ………………………. 2. ………………………. Thus, small enclaves of English speakers became established and grew in
3. ………………………. 4 ………………………… 5. ……………………….. various parts of the world. As these communities proliferated. English gradually
became the primary language of international business, banking and diplomacy.
IV. Choose A, B, C or D to indicate the underlined part that needs Currently, about 80 percent of the information stored on computer systems
correction in each of the following sentences. (1.0 point) worldwide is English. Two-thirds of the world's science writing is in English,
1. If there isn’t enough food, we couldn’t continue our journey. and English is the main language of technology, advertising, media,
A B C D international airports, and air traffic controllers. Today there are more than 700
2. Despite of not being a professional dancer, she practises dancing every day. million English users in the world, and over half of these are nonnative speakers,
A B C D constituting the largest number of nonnative users than any other language in the
3. In the future, teachers is facilitators rather than knowledge providers. world.
A B C D 1. What is the main topic of this passage?
4. The hotel where we stay in last year was excellent. A. The French influence on the English Language.
A B C D B. The history of the English language.
5. New laws should be introduced to reduce the number of traffic in the city C. The expansion of English as an international language.
center. D. The use of English for science and technology.
A B C D 2. Approximately when did English begin to be used beyond England?
Your answer: 1- ……. ; 2-…… ; 3- ….. ; 4- …. ; 5- ….. . A. In 1066 B. Around 1350 C. Before 1600 D. After 1600
3. According to the passage, all of the following contributed to the spread of
V. Choose a suitable word from the box to fill in each gap to complete the English
passage (1.0 point) around the world EXCEPT...........
unusual - circumstances - advised - fill - if A. the slave trade B. the Norman invasion C. missionaries D.
Most British people go abroad on holiday to visit family, or on short business colonization
trip. People are (1)................to find out how to get urgent treatment before 4. The underlined word "proliferated" in the passage is closest in meaning
leaving the UK. They have to (2)...........a form which explains what they should to_.
do if they fall ill or have an accident, and what arrangements exits in their A. prospered B. organized C. disbanded D. expanded
country for medical treatment. The regulations are fairly simple but 5. It can be inferred from the passage that_.
A. English first appeared more than a thousand years ago. I. Find the word which has a different sound in the part underlined.
B. England colonised different parts of the world in early 2nd millennium. 1. A. carry B. park C. kart D. car
C. English is taught in primary schools all over the world. 2. A. humor B. exhibite C.exhause D.
D. English is not the language with the largest native speakers in the world. honest
VII. Put the words and phrases in the right order to make meaningful
sentences (1.0 point) 3. A. passed B. realized C. wished D. touched
1. comfort and style, / Because girls/ into our shoes./ love / we design both / Chose the word whose strees patern is diferent from that of the other words
................................................................................................................................. in each group.
.............. 4. A. happen B. enjoy C. advise D.
2. language that / English / is a/ originates from England / in many countries/ prefer
and is also spoken/ in the world./ as the native language / 5. A. confusion B. television C. suggestion D.
................................................................................................................................. immersion
................................................................................................................................. C/ LANGUAGE FOCUS – READING – WRITING
............................ II. Choose the correct answer A, B, C or D. (1p)
3. worldwide are required / Many students / to study English./ 1. If you’re new to the city, you might need to learn _____ to deal with traffic
................................................................................................................................. jams effectively.
.............. A. how B. where C. what D. who
4. was thus more of an / June 2004's transit of Venus/ astronomical spectacle / 2. The village is famous for its skilled _______who weave beautiful silk fabrics.
important event. / than a scientifically/ A. tourists B. teachers C. artisans D.
................................................................................................................................. farmers
................................................................................................................................. 3. The villagers are working hard to ____ the challenges of exporting their
............................ handcrafted products overseas.
5. at home/ Although they eat/ breakfast and dinner /, lunch at school. / A. deal for B. take off C. deal with D.
students usually have / make up
................................................................................................................................. 4. The ________ pollution there is in the air, the _______ it is to breathe
................................................................................................................................. comfortably.
............................ A. less – hardest B. more – hardest C. less - harder D. most –
VlII. Rewrite each of the following sentences In such a way that means harder
exactly the same as the sentence printed before it. (1.0 point) 5. If Emily ___________ a healthy breakfast, she ___________ tired in class.
1. I'm sorry that I didn't finish my homework last night, (wish) A. don’t eat - will feel B. won’t eat - may feel
 .......................................................................................................... C. eats - shouldn’t feel D. doesn’t eat - can feel
6. To prepare for the history test, I need to learn ____ all the important dates for
2. Millions of people will visit the museum. each event.
 The museum........................................................................................ A. by mistake B. on purpose C. by chance D. by
3. Have you ever been to Kuala Lumpur before? heart
 Is this your ......................................................................................... 7. She didn’t get the job ____________ she has a lot of experience.
4. This is the newspaper. I want you to buy it. ( which ) A. although B. so C. because D. for
 ........................................................................................................... 8. The Amazon rainforest is __ a vast ecosystem that it holds about 10% of the
5. Although she has a physical handicap, she has become a successful woman. world’s known species.
Despite.......................................................................................... A. even B. as C. like D.
such
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9. Brian is a software engineer and makes a lot of money. He has a __________
B/ PHONETICS. (0,5p) job.
A. well-paid B. common C. low-skilled D. means that they said out loud (4)_______ they learned. The teacher would ask a
part-time question, and the students would stand up and recite the answer. Students also
10. Mia: “Excuse me, do you speak English?” - Yoko: did a lot of memorising. They were often asked to memorise poems. They had to
“_____________________” memorise famous (5) _______ and important facts, too.
A. Hi there! I’m from Japan. B. Yes, a little bit. How can I VI. Read the passage and choose the correct answer to each of the
help you? questions.(1,25pt)
C. No, I’m not learning IELTS here. D. Nice to meet you. What Working Hard to Get Your Dream Job
brings you here? Getting your dream job takes hard work and dedication. A dream job
III.Complete the passage with the correct tense of the verbs in brackets. doesn’t come easily; it needs careful planning, effort, and a strong will.
(1,0p) First, it’s important to know what your dream job is. This helps you
1. She _______________ (volunteer) at an animal shelter many times so far. understand what skills and education you need. For example, if you want to be a
2. Do you like the boy who (have) ____________big and black eyes? doctor, you need to study science and medicine. If you want to be a fashion
3. To improve sound quality, they decided (use) ________ high-resolution designer, you need to learn about design and art.
headphones. After you know your dream job, you should make a plan. This plan should
4. While I _______________ (wait) for the bus, it started to rain. include choosing the right school or courses, finding internships, and talking to
5. Students nowadays are easily addicted to (play) __________ computer games. people who work in the field. For example, you might take special classes or
work at a company to get experience.
IV. Choose the underlined part A, B, C or D that needs correction. (1,0p) Besides studying, you need to keep learning and improving your skills. In
1. The more he practices, the more fastly he runs. today’s world, learning never stops. Joining extra classes or attending workshops
A. B. C. D. can help you stay up-to-date and do well in your job.
2. We met a local guide who explained the history and significant of Cu Chi Finally, you need to be persistent and keep trying, even when things are
Tunnels. tough. The road to your dream job might have problems. You might face
A. B. C. D. setbacks and failures, but it’s important to not give up. Each mistake teaches you
3. Vietnamese coffee, to whom many people are addicted, is a strong and something and brings you closer to your goal.
delicious brew. In summary, getting your dream job needs hard work and good planning.
A. B C. D. By knowing what you want, making a plan, continuing to learn, and staying
4. The Mekong Delta is one of the most fertile region in Southeast Asia that determined, you can achieve your dream job.
produces a wide variety of fruits. 1: Which of the following is the best title for the passage?
A. B C. A. Working Hard in School B. How to Get Your Dream Job
D. C. The Best Jobs for You D. Learning New
5. My friends and I haven't decided what do for the weekend yet. Things
A. B. C. D. 2: Which of the following is NOT a step to get your dream job?
C/ READING (2,5p) A. Knowing what you want B. Making a plan
V. Read the passage and fill in the blank with a correct word.(1,25pt) C. Learning new things D. Playing video
games
taught speeches what on had 3: The word ‘it’ in paragraph 1 refers to _________.
In the 1800s and early 1900s, most children went to school in one-room A. your dream B. your job C. your plan
schoolhouses. At that time, most people lived (1)_______ farms. The farms were D. your work
spread out. One-room schoolhouses were built because there weren't many 4: Which of the following is true about learning for your dream job?
children in the farm areas. Most of the one-room schoolhouses only (2) _______ A. Learning stops after school. B. Learning helps you do better in your job.
about fifteen to twenty children. The one-room schoolhouses had just one C. Learning is not needed for all jobs. D. Learning is
teacher. That teacher instructed all students from the age of five or six up to ages only for students.
thirteen or fourteen or even older. The teacher also (3) _______ all subjects. In 5: What can you learn from the passage?
one-room schoolhouses, students did a lot of reciting and memorising. Reciting A. Getting a dream job is easy. B. You must work hard to get
your dream job. Part II: Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
C. You should wait for your dream job. D. Planning is not important. word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in
PART E: WRITING (2,5pt) following questions.
VII. Rewrite the following sentences without changing the overall meaning, (0,4 point)
using the word in brackets. (1,25pt) 3. A. volcano B. hurrican C. pesticide
1. We visited a local farm. Its vegetables are always fresh and delicious. (whose) D. animal
 We visited ____________________________________________________ 4. A. label B. faucet C. install
2. My friend asked me, “Does the Philippines have beautiful beaches?” D. model
My friend asked me _______________________________________________ Part III: Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
3. I am thinking with pleasure about the weekend. (look forward to ) correct answer to each of the following questions. (2 points)
 5. I’d rather my vacation ______ longer.
I_______________________________________________________________ A. is B. were C. be D.
4. If you work hard, you can succeed in the city. (can’t) has been
 Unless _______________________________________________________ 6. She wanted a bike like ______.
5. The apartment is big. The rent is high. A. me B. mine C. I
 The ____________________________________________________ D. the mine
VIII. Rearrange the words and phrases to make complete sentences. 7. ______ he was sick, he still turned up for his guitar lesson.
(1,25pt) A. Because B. Since C. Despite D.
1. Young people are / mobile apps / to order food deliveries. / increasingly using/ Although
________________________________________________________________ 8. I’m bored ______ doing the same job for a long time.
___ A. of B. to C. with
2. their English. / want / to improve / who / travel / Many people / to England D. about
_____________________________________________________________ 9. I’ll phone you as soon as I ______ Ho Chi Minh city.
3. invested / transportation. / has / The government / in / improve / infrastructure A. reach B. arrive C. get D.
projects / to/ will get
_____________________________________________________________ 10. A: “Would you mind if I sat here?” – B: “______.”
4. in / the most / means of transportation / are / Motorbikes /Vietnam. / common/ A. Yes, that would be fine B. Yes, let’s
________________________________________________________________ C. No, I don’t mind D. Thanks
___ 11. New pencil case is ______ the old one.
5. young Vietnamese people. / becoming / for / increasingly important / Learning A. as half cheap as B. half as cheap as
English is/ C. half cheaper than D. as cheap as half
_____________________________________________________________ 12. After Nga’s birthday, her mother was the only person ______ the house.
A. clean B. cleaned C. cleaning D. to
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13. The man and the dog ______ I had taken a photo of were in the park.
Part I: Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the A. who B. that C. which D. of
word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation 14. They didn’t go picnic last weekend, and she didn’t ______.
in each of the following questions. (0,4 point) A. neither B. either C. too D. too
1. A. opened B. closed C. stopped Part IV. Give the correct tense or form of the verbs. (0,5 point)
D. appeared 1. We ______ (not/see) each other since Monday.
2. A. casual B. baggy C. fade
D. fashion 2. He said he ______ (visit) his grandmother the following day.
3. The vegetable ______ (sell) in this shop are grown without chemicals.
4. If you don’t pay the bill, the electricity ______ (cut) off.
5. I will never forget ______ (work) so hard to become an architect. 2. What is his unforgettable personal experience?
Part V. Identify the underlined word or phrase that must be changed to A. the London killer B.the strangeness of nature
make thesentence correct. (1 point) C. the heavy fog in London in 1952 D. a high-pressure system
1. Hurry up! She’s cut herself. It bleeds quite badly. 3. What didn’t happen during the time of the “London Killer Fog”?
A. heavy rain B.humidity C. pollution
A B C D D. heavy fog
2. The printed paper will get out from the output path on a minute. 4. How long did the “London Killer Fog” last?
A B C D A. for six days. B. for five days. C. for four days. D. for a
week.
3. My computer doesn’t work. I think that it is broke. 5. The traffic stopped because of ______.
A B C D A. the rain B. the windy weather C. the heavy fog D.
humid weather
4. Everybody I know like eating chocolate and ice-cream.
Part VIII: Read the following passage and circle the letter A, B, C or D to
A B C D indicate the correct word that best fits each of the numbered blanks (1
5. The teacher is telling the pupils what to use the new equipment. point)
The Internet has (1) ______ and become part of our life. It’s very fast and
A B C D convenient way to get information. People use the Internet (2) ______ many
Part VI: Complete the passage with the words in the box. (0,6 point) purposes: education, communication, entertainment and commerce. The
millions examining recognize like planet solar Internet helps people communicate (3) ______ friends and relatives by means of
Are there intelligent beings on the other planet in our (1) ______ email or chatting. However, the Internet has limitations. It is time - (4) ______
system? Maybe there are. In our own galaxy there are (2) ______ of stars. Some and costly. It is also dangerous because of virus and bad programs. On the other
must have planets with conditions (3) ______ those on earth. Somewhere in hand, the Internet (5) ______ sometimes have to suffer various risks such as
space there could be other thinking beings. They would probably look so spam or electronic junk mail and personal information leaking. So, while
different that we might not (4) ______ them as people. However, if their planet enjoying surfing, be alert!
is older than our (5) ________, they may know more than us. They may have 1. A. develop B. developed C. development
more progress in some aspects. They may be traveling in space and be (6) 2. A. for B. in C. at
______ human beings. 3. A. to B. among C. with
Part VII: Read the following passage and circle the letter A,B,C or D to 4. A. consume B. consumed C. consumer
indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 1-5. (1 point) 5. A. use B. users C. using
I often hear or read about “natural disaster”- the eruption of Mount St Helen,
a volcano the state of Washington; Hurricane Andrew in Florida; the floods in Part IX. Rearrange the order of the given words/phrases to make complete
the American Midwest; terrible earthquakes all over the world; huge fires; and sentences. (1.0 point)
so on. But I’ll never forget my first personal experience with the strangeness of 1. I / fed / hopeful / that / we / find / suitable house / very soon.
nature – “the London Killer Fog” of 1952. It began on Thursday, December 4 th 
when a high –pressure system (warm air) covered southern England. With the ________________________________________________________________
freezing-cold air below, heavy fog formed. Pollution from factories, cars, and _____
coal stoves mixed with the fog. The humidity was terribly high, there was no
breeze at all. Traffic (cars, trains, and boats) stopped. People couldn’t see, and 2. She / not / play / piano / well / as / her sister.
some walked onto the railroad tracks or into the river. It was hard to breathe, 
and many people got sick. Finally on Tuesday, December 9 th, the wind came and ________________________________________________________________
the fog went away. But after that, even more people got sick, many of them died. _____
1. Which natural disaster isn’t mentioned in the text?
A. a volcanic eruption B. a tornado C. a hurricane 3. I wish / could / give you / all the expensive things / life.
D. a flood
 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 following
_____ questions.
3. A. answer B. admire C. advise
4. You / hear / Maria / since / you / leave school? D. adjust
 4. A. develop B. understand C. imagine D.
________________________________________________________________ consider
_____ Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
answer to each of the following questions.
5. The people / live / next door to us / keep / have / all night parties. 5. He _____ more confident since he joined the club.
 A. is becoming B. becomes C. has become D. become
________________________________________________________________
_____ 6. The Great Walls of China _____ thousands of years ago.
A. is built B. was built C. is building D. was
Part X: Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means
building
exactly the same as the sentence printed before it. (1 point) 7. I look forward _____ you on Tuesday after work.
1. People are going to build a new library in the area. A. see B. to seeing C. to see
D. seeing
 A new library
8. Her mother, _____ has been working for thirty years, is retiring next month.
2. “Why don’t you take a day off tomorrow?” she said to me. A. whose B. whom C. that D.
 She suggested that __________. whoQuestion 9. Peter is the _____ student in the class. He learns almost all
subjects well.
3. The weather is bad so we can’t go camping. A. more intelligent B. as intelligent C. most intelligent D.
 If the weather __________. intelligently
4. He was punished because he behaved badly. 9. The teacher didn’t seem to be happy about our tasks, _____?
A. didn’t they B. did they C. didn’t he D. did
 Because of __________. he
5. The keeper had no sooner opened the case door than the lion attacked him. 10. He was offered the job thanks to his _____ performance during his job
interview.
 Hardly
A. impressive B. impression C. impress D.
impressively
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A. That’s a good idea. B. It’s very kind of you.
SECTION B. LANGUAGE FOCUS ( 4 points) C. You’re welcome. D. That’s alright.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word 12. Put the sentences (a-c) in the correct order, then fill in the blank to make a
whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each logical text.
of the following questions.
Vong, a small village in Ha Noi, is famous for its speciality: com (young sticky
1: A. curly B. bury C. hurt D. nurse rice flakes). To make com, artisans follow a series of steps. ________
a. They wrap the final product in two layers of leaves to preserve its fragrance
2: A. recommended B. enjoyed C. before selling it to consumers.
recognized D. arrived b. They preserve the techniques by passing them down to their sons.

\
c. In the past, people made com by hand, but now they use machines for some Identify the underlined word or phrase that must be changed to make the
steps to shorten the process. sentence correct. (0,5 point)
A. b-c-a B. a-b-c C. c-a-b D. b-a-c 1. Don’t forget to go to the travel agent’s, do you?
A B C D
13. Choose the sentence that can end the text (in Question 13) most
2..He gets used to get up early.
appropriately.
A B C D
A. Firstly, Com is famous speciality of HaNoi autumn.
3.My mother asked me where I went for a picnic the following week.
B. However, Com Lang Vong still famous for its speciality of HaNoi autumn.
C. Com Lang Vong is well known in Viet Nam as a speciality of HaNoi autumn. A B C D
D. Then people should enjoy Com because it is a famous speciality of Ha Noi 4.By the time she left the shop, she spent all of her money on clothes.
autumn. A B C D
5.Would you like any orange juice?
A B C D
Answers:
1.......................................... 2.......................................
3.......................................
14. What does the sign say? 4....................................... 5.......................................
A. Drinking alcohol is not safe when you are driving a car or other vehicles.
B. You can drive a car if you drink only a little alcohol and feel okay. SECTION C. READING ( 2 points)
C. It is good to drink water while driving so you stay awake and safe. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
D. You should only drive if you have not had any alcohol to drink. option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 1 to 5.
15. What does the notice say? Health and fitness are some of the most important aspects of life. Without these,
life will be very unhappy and dreadful.
There are many ways to (1) ______ your health and fitness. Certain activities
Please try to return books to the correct shelf. should be followed daily like regular physical exercise. It can be a simple
activity as climbing stairs instead of taking a lift or elevator, (2) ______ more
Thank you.
than taking a car to go to different places. It is important to eat proper and clean
A. Put books back in the correct place. food at the right time. The food should also be rich in nutrition (3) ______ high
B. Bring books back at the correct time. in fibre, low in fat, high protein content and have (4) ______ vitamins. Proper
C. Leave the books on the floor after using them. sleeping pattern is also important to keep healthy. Try to go to bed at the same
D. Return books to any shelf, as it does not matter where. time each night and sleep at least 7 hours per day.
For any of these activities, it is important to be self-motivated. The fitness
Give the correct tense or form of the verbs . (0,5 point)
activities should be a part of your daily (5) ______, and this will benefit you by
1. I suggest ( raise) _______ some money for poor children.
improving your lifestyle. It is important to maintain the health and fitness of not
2. A lot of people ________ (be) out of work if the factory closed down.
just our physical self but our mental self as well, to have a happy and fulfilled
3. He was taking a shower when the telephone (ring) _________ .
life.
4. By the time he returned his home village, his sister (leave) ________ the
1. A. maintain B. make C. keep D. stay
house.
2. A. walk B. walking C. to walk D.
5. She said that she (work) _________ in a restaurant now.
walked
Answers:
3. A. and B. although C. because D.
1..........................................2.......................................
such as
3.......................................
4. A. more B. less C. much D. fewer
4....................................... 5.......................................
5. A. action B. routine C. condition D. meal

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 6 to 10. 2. They have just sold that old house.
You can do a few things to make homework less stressful. First, be sure you
understand what you have to do in your assignment. Write it down in your => That old house………………………………….......……………………….
notebook if you need to and don't be afraid to ask questions about what is 3. She eats many sweets before bedtime. so she suffers from toothache.
expected.  If………………………………………………………………………………
Second, use any extra time you have at school to work on your homework. 4. Although she has a physical handicap, she has become a successful woman.
Many schools have libraries that are specifically designed for students to study In spite of …………………………………………………………………
or to get their homework done.
Third, pace yourself. You need to plan your time. If it is a heavy homework day,
you ) will need to devote more time to your homework. 5. “Do your parents still live in Nha Trang now?” said Nam to me.
Whenever you need your help, the first person you should ask for help is your
teacher. Sometimes, it is good to have someone explain something that you are  Nam asked me………………………………………………………………...
not completely sure of. In addition, you might also be able to get some help from …
another student. If there is a friend who is a good student, think about asking that II. Rearrange the order of the given words/phrases to make complete sentences.
person to study with you. (1.0 pt)
6. In order to make homework less stressful, the first thing to do is _______. 1. the astronaut / who /visited/ last week./ our school/ This is
A. to remember the deadline =>……………………………………………………………………..
B. to understand what you have to do in your assignment
C. to go to school library as soon as possible 2. Students/be more successful/ if /they/for their own learning./ have a sense of
D. to know what you can do it for you responsibility/ can expect to
7. If you have any extra time at school, you should _______.
=>……………………………………………………………………..
A. spend time with your friends
B. use it to make your day planner 3. Astronauts /floating/ in the weightless environment./around / never forget
C. use it to understand the assignment
D. study or get your homework done =>……………………………………………………………………..
8. The word “devote” in the third paragraph is CLOSEST in meaning to 4. In the future, /teachers/ will be/knowledge providers./ facilitators/ rather than
_______.
A. reduce B. spend C. develop D. =>……………………………………………………………………..
waste
9. When a student needs some help, the first person to ask for help is _______. 5. The spacecraft/ took Yuri Gagarin /is called Vostok 3KA. /which/ into space
A. the best student at school B. his teacher =>……………………………………………………………………..
C. a member in his family D. his friend
10. What is the main idea of the passage? Đề19
A. Students can follow some advice to avoid worrying about homework.
B. Students should ask their teachers for help when they need it. SECTION B. LANGUAGE FOCUS – READING - WRITING (8,0
C. Students might get some help from their friends. points)
D. Students can do their homework in school libraries.
I. Phonetics (0.5 point)
SECTION D. WRITING ( 2 points) Choose the word (A, B, C, or D) whose underlined part is pronounced
differently.
I. Rewrite the following sentences as directed (using the suggested words) so 1. A. pens B. walks C. cups D.
that the meanings stay the same.(1point)
students
1. Nick is my classmate. I’ve known him for a long time. ( using relative clause)
2. A. pretty B. twenty C. reply A. hairdresser B. mechanic C. tailor
D. select D. assembly worker.
3. A. attraction B. question C.information D. 10. Music…………….. is becoming popular. People travel to watch
performances of the favourite singers or bands.
pollution
A. event B. competition C. tendency D.
Choose the word (A, B, C, or D) whose main stress is different from the others. tourism
4. A. happen B. enjoy C. advise III. Give the correct tense or form of the verbs in brackets. ( 0,5point)
D. agree 1. If she (want)……….. to follow the traditional recipe, she should not curry
5. A. vacation B. delicious C. excursion D. powder in that dish.
holiday 2. She is looking forward (see) …………… him soon.
II. Choose the best answer among A, B, C or D to complete these sentences. (1,0 3. She said she ……………….. (can go) there with me.
4. My mother and Hoa (cook) .................. in the kitchen when I came yesterday
points)
5. Don’t worry! She (come)................back in a few minutes.
1.This building is no longer………………; nobody lives in it. IV. Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word/ phrase that needs
A. magnificent B. historical C. occupied correction in each of the sentences. (0,5 point)
D. located 1. We decided doing some research on Thai traditional dancing.
2. Children nowadays have more freedom to……………. their interest. A B C D
A. pay for B. replace C. know 2. In mine neighborhood, most people still live in mud and wood houses.
D. pursue A B C D
3.Mr Nam was a police officer. He had a successful……………….. in the police 3. Scientists suggest that people not taking plants and animals to other countries.
officer. A B C D
A. work B. job C. career 4. That new 3D printer is such expensive that my company cannot afford it.
D. task A B C D
4. Kim: Here you are. The book is a bit thick but it’s interesting. 5. Parents who go to work often wish they have more time to spend with their
Minh: …………………. children.
A. I don’t think so. It’s a great film B. Year. Mr Kien wants a thick A B C D
book.
C. Thanks. Hopefully, I can finish it D. I agree. A thick book is boring. I. Fill in each blank with a suitable word to complete the following. (1.25pts)
5. You’ll have to try to get in touch with the person ……………..is responsible
useful, communicate, learning, which, knowledge
for staff training.
A. Who B. which C. that D. I use English for different purposes in my everyday life. Firstly, English
whom helps me (1)................. with people all over the world. I have made friends with
6. Choose the option which is OPPOSITE meaning to the underlined word. some students from the UK and Australia. I use English to chat with them about
- He has a challenging job, so he has to make every effort to do his best. many things. Secondly, English helps me get information and improve
A. difficult B. demanding C. easy D. interesting
7. When you ……………. a word in the dictionary, remember to learn its my(2) ............. . Because almost any information is available in English, it is
pronunciation. easy for me to get access to all sources of information with my English. Finally,
A. pick up B. try on C. look up D. get English is (3)............. when I want go to abroad to study. A lot of schools and
to universities in different countries (4)........... provide scholarship and courses in
8. Linh recommended that Nam ……………… a new e-reader. English. I am (5)............ English hard to get IELTS score of 6.5 so that next
A. should buy B. bought C. buying
year I can go to Australia to study. In conclusion, English is useful for me in
D. will buy
9. Ms Hoa is a skillful……………… who makes beautiful and unique dresses. various ways.
VI. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate 4. More young people / to do everything/ which/require them/on their own.
the correct answer to each of the following questions. (1,25 points) /choose self-guided tours/
…………………………………………………………………………………
Did you ever wonder why it is so difficult for adults to start to learn ………….
English or a foreign language? Every year, millions of grown-ups around the 5. before bedtime. / advised me/ not to use/ My parents /any digital devices/
world spend a handsome amount of money to learn English but not many of ……………………………………………………………………………
them succeed in becoming fluent English speakers. This is because it is not easy ……
to pick up a new language after a certain age. However, little children learn VIII. Rewrite each of the following sentences in such a way that means
foreign languages without much difficulty. This is because they have a special exactly the same as the sentence printed before it. ( 1,25 points )
ability that helps them learn languages fast. This ability weakens when people 1. “Do you know who is the author of this dictionary?” Lien asked me.
grow older. Think of the little time children need to learn their native language. → Lien asked me…………………………………………………
So, if you have the desire to learn English or any other foreign language, you 2. Most living things on Earth need light. Light is a kind of energy. (use non-
should begin as soon as possible. Remember that the longer you wait, the harder defining relative clauses )
it will become. →Most living……………………………………………………….
1. The best title for the passage would be _____. 3. Airline pilots are well-paid, but their job is stressful.
A. Built-in Abilities for Language B. English- a foreign language →Although ………………………………..
C. Languages: the Younger the Better D. Children and Grown-ups 4. I don't have good eye-hand coordination. I can't be a good surgeon. (because)
2. The word "grown-ups" in paragraph is closest in meaning to _____. → I can't .........................................................
A. adults B. children 5.He was a decisive doctor. He was able to save the patient with his quick
C. old people D. teenagers decision. (such)
3. According to the passage, “a handsome amount of money” means _____. → He was
A. good-looking money B. a big sum of money …………………………………………………………………………………
C. a new amount of money D. just a little of money
4. Children learn a foreign language fast because _____. Đề 20
A. they have much time to do it B. they are smarter than grown-
ups I. Phonetics( 1.0 point)
C. they don’t have any difficulties D. they have a special ability Circle the word (A, B, C or D) whose underlined part is pronounced
5. If you wish to learn English, you should ______. differently from the others.
A. become younger B. learn from children 1. vocational B ocean C. moment D. performance
C. begin as soon as possible D. remember words as many as 2. A. sector B. burden C. check D. attend
possible 3. A. mechanic B. chemist C. charity D. scholarship
VII. Put the words and phrases in the right order to make meaningful Circle the word(A, B, C or D) whose main stress is different from the
sentences( 1.25points). others.
4.A.debris B. rainstorm C. destroy D. shelter
1. our health. / Playing/ good for/ sports/ is/ regularly/ very/
5.A. prepare B. enter C. answer D. listen
………………………………………………………………………………… Your answers:
………….. II. Choose the best word/ phrase ( A, B, C, or D) for each gap in the
2. a camping trip/ Why don’t/ this weekend? / we have/ following sentences (2 points)
…………………………………………………………………………… 1. If I ………….rich, I ……………… around the world.
……… A. will be - travel B. am - will travel
3. food habits / in terms of/ and present lifestyles. / There are differences/ C. were - would travel D. would be – traveled
between past 2. School is expected ............................ good citizens for society.
…………………………………………………………………………… A. to provide B. provide C. providing D. provided
………….. 3. Today’s cities are ….. than cities in previous times.
 A. lots larger B. much larger C. as larger D. the largest clean and decorate their homes, and enjoy special food such as sticky rice cakes.
4. He suggests that mothers .............. are employed full-time will not be able to Family members who live apart try to be together at Tet.
give their children enough care and attention. Passover is in late March or early April. This festival is celebrated in Israel
A. which B. who C. whom D. whose and by all Jewish people. On this festival, people celebrate freedom from
5. My sister can speak both English and French well, so she is…………. slavery. Passover is also an ancient spring festival. On the first or second nights
A. 2 languages B. dialect C. bilingual D. multilingual of Passover, Jewish families eat a special meal called the Seder.
6. Will lessons ever………in other places than traditional classrooms? Easter is a joyful festival which is celebrated in many countries. It happens
A. deliver B. be delivered C. learnt D. be learning at around the same time as Passover. On Easter day (Easter Sunday), young
7.The book ………. Amelia is reading now is about the Big Bang theory. children receive chocolate or sugar eggs as long as they are good. In many
A. who B. which C. what D. whom countries, people crowd the streets to watch colorful parades.
8. Would you mind… me through to the manager, please? 1. What is another way to call “Tet”?
A. putting B. to put C. put D. puts A. Lunar New Year. B. Easter C. Passover D.
9. I'm interested in doing ............... so I can stay at home in the evening. Christmas
A. night shifts B. an evening course 2.When does Tet occur?
C. something adventurous D. a nine-to-five job A. Tet occurs in early M arch or late April B. Tet occurs in late
10. What will you do to earn……..?. January or early February
A. life B. a living C. a job D. a career C. Tet occurs in late January or February D. Tet occurs in late
III. Give the correct tense or form of the verbs in brackets (1 point) February or early March
3. Who celebrate Passover?
1. Listen! Someone (knock) ....................................... at the door A. Some Jewish people celebrate Passover B. All Japanese
2. We ( listen ) ..................... to music when the phone rang people celebrate Passover
3. Tom dislikes ( play )………………………………computer games C. All Jewish people celebrate Passover D. Few Jewish people
4. At this time tomorrow, We ( have ) ………………………..an English celebrate Passover
lesson 4. How many celebrations are there in the reading passage?
5. The house (buy)…...........................…………….by him two months ago A. There are three celebrations in the reading passage B. There are
IV. Read the passage and fill each blank with a word from the list(1.0 four celebrations in the reading passage
point) C. There are five celebrations in the reading passage D. There are
After English surprised learning picked over six celebrations in the reading passage
When I first started (1) _________ English ten years ago . I could hardly 5. The word “it” in bold in the passage refers to:
say a word - “ hello” , “goodbye”, “thank you” was just about it ! I went to A. Spring B. Passover C. Tet D. Easter
classes two evenings a week and I was (2) _________ at how quickly I made VI. Put the words or phrases in the right order to make meaningful
progress during the course we learned lots of vocabulary and studied grammar sentences.(1.0 point)
rules . The thing I enjoyed most was being able to practice (3) _________ with 1. would like to/ New York/ visit/ is/ most/ the city/I.
the other students in my class. ( 4) _________ two years I went to England to a …………………………………………………………………………………
language school .It was in Cambridge . I did a three – week course at a very 2. Teenagers/decisions/concerning/their lives/participate in/will/important/./
good school and I stayed with a local family . It was a fantastic experience and I ................................................................................................................................
(5) ________up a lot of new language from speaking with my host family and 3. In spite of/poor health/her/works/twelve/a day/hours/she/./
with other students from all the world. I really improved my pronunciation as .......................................................................................................
well. When I got back to Spain , I was so much more confident . I could .........................
actually hold a conversation with my teacher in English. 4. My grandfather,/ten years./has been/for/retired/who/an astronaut, /be/used to/
V. Read the passage then choose the correct answer(1.0 point) ……………………………………………………………………………………
Although there are many celebrations throughout the year, Tet or Lunar new 5. a workshop/ Bat Trang/ in/ Nam’s family/owns
year holiday is the most important celebration for Vietnamese people. Tet is ……………………………………………………………………………
festival which occurs in late January or early February. It is a time for families to
VII. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the A. nature reserve C. grassland area B. disaster area D.
first one. (1.0 point) natural habitat
1. "Do you like pop music ? ": Nam said to me
2. Pesticides can affect the whole ______ by entering plants first, then insects
-> Nam and birds, and people.
asked ...........................................................................................................
A. flora and fauna C. habitat B. food chain
2. Although she reads vacancy ads in the newspapers every day, she has not been D. food tour
able to find a job.
A. were enjoyed B. enjoyed being C. were enjoyed D. enjoyed 3.The woman_________ lives near my family in Ha Noi is Stephen Hawking’s
taken taken taking taking god daughter.
->In spite of………………………………………………………………………. A. whom B. which C. who D. when
3. It's not a good idea to start your essay without analyzing the question first.
4. The children………………..to the zoo.
A. long B. longer C. longest D. more long
5. What is the ……………… river in Vietnam?
->You should avoid………………………………………………………………
4. I don't think I will help you with your homework. 6.He ……………… in this school before he ……………… for England.
->I don’t agree……………………………………………………………………
A. taught/ had B. had taught/ C. was teaching/ D. taught/left Mark the letter A,B,C,or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
left left left word(s)CLOSEST in meaning .
5. Students will play more active roles in the classroom.
7.I don’t know where to go to this summer .I’ve reduced it in two
->More active roles…………………………………
coutries,Vietnam or Loas.
1. A. much B. school C. chemistry D. Christmas
2. A. reduced B. helped C. looked D. saved A.narrowed it down B.put it down C.looked it down D.turned it
3. A.shout B.found C.announce D.couple down.

8.I am very much interested in learning more about ecotourism and its benefits.
Đề 21
A.luck B.dangers C.problems D.advantages
I. Phonetics (1point)
Mark the letter A,B,C or D on your anser sheet to indicate the word(s)
Circle the word (A, B, C, or D) whose underlined part is pronounced OPPOSITE in meaning.
differently.
9.Nam is ver independent .He lived by himself when he was 15 years old .
Circle the word (A, B, C, or D) whose main stress is different from the
others. A.free B.reliable C.dependable D.dependent

4. A. lesson B. woman C. repair D. father 10.They claimed that they were captured by aliens and taken aboard a
5. A. vacation B. remember C. tonight D. mother spacecraft.
II. Circle the best word/phrase (A, B, C or D) to complete the sentences
A.taken photo B.examined carefully C.given food D.freed
below.(2 points)
III. Write the correct forms of the verbs in brackets to complete the following
1.Pu Luong is a ______ in Viet Nam. It has beautiful limestone mountains with
sentences.(1 point)
high biodiversity.
1. I (understand) ...............................him if he spoke more slowly. can end up destroying a whole ecosystem (5) ______ has been in place for
hundreds of years.
2. I try (learn) ................................ English for years, but I haven’t succeeded
yet. 1. A. In spite of B. Because of C. However D. M

3. The car needs repairing. It (buy)…………...….…….two days ago. 2. A. make B. get C. take D. giv

4. He (lose)............... his job last month and since then he (be)................ out of 3. A. of B. at C. for D. wi
work.
4. A. even B. each C. much D. ma
IV. Find out one error/mistake (from A,B,CorD) in each sentence below . (0.5point)
5. A. whom B. that C. where D. wh
1.Mr Lam wanted to know whether my dad is working from home.
VI.Read the passage, and choose the correct answer A, B, C or D for each
A B C D question. (1,0points)

2. Elena asks Sheila if she was excited about her upcoming trip to Hong Kong. Invasive species are the foreign plants or animals which come into a place and
badly affect it. Invasive species can harm local living things and people's health.
A B C D
In the 1970s, fish farmers brought silver carp into the United States with the
3. James asked his brother if he wants to watch a documentary about the safari.
hope to improve water quality in fish ponds. Many carp then escaped into the
A B C D Mississippi River. They have gradually taken over the resources of paddlefish in
the river. Their population have grown so rapidly that paddlefish don't have
4. Kim wondered did they needed to buy an entry ticket to the park. enough food and are dying out.
A B C D Water hyacinth, which is native to South America, came to Africa in the 1980s.
5. She asked me whether the best way to explore the cave is by boat. At first, people planted it for its beautiful purple flowers. Since then, the plant
has spread very quickly and covered Lake Victoria, the largest lake in Africa.
A B C D Water hyacinth blocks the flow of lake water and creates homes for mosquitoes
V. Choose a suitable word from the box to fill in each gap to complete the and insects.
passage. (1,0points) Since invasive species cause many types of problems, there should be stricter
Many wonders of the world, natural or man-made, are often opened to the public laws to stop people from taking plants and animals to a new place.
and tourists from all over the world. (1) _____ turning these landmarks into 1. What is the article mainly about?
tourist attractions has left negative impacts. Vandalism such as drawing on walls,
carving onto stones and stealing is very common. Tourists often (2) ______ A. Definition of invasive species.
caught and fined heavily but this does not seem to deter some people. The B. Some troubles caused by invasive species.
effects (3) ______ tourism are sometimes less obvious. Taj Mahal, one of the C. How local environments affect new species.
most iconic landmarks of India, is being destroyed because of pollution created
by surrounding population and millions of visitors. Air pollution and acid rain D. The impact of invasive animals on local people.
have yellowed the white marble surface of Taj Mahal. Tourism also poses an
2. How do silver carp affect paddlefish in the Mississippi River?
extreme threat to (4) ______ natural wonders. The increase of human activity
A. They eat paddlefish. ...........................................................................................................................
B. They become food for the paddlefish.
VIII. Rewrite these sentences so that they have the same meaning.
C. They use up most of the paddlefish’s food.
(1.0points)
D. They make the river water dirty.
1. My cousin often visited me when he lived in Ha Noi.( used to)
3. People in Africa first used water hyacinth as a type of ______.
 My cousin ……………………………………………………….
A. decorative plant B. herb medicine
2. Although he loves maths, he has decided to become an English teacher.
C. fish food D. insect killer
 In spite .......................................................................
4. Which of the following is true about water hyacinth in Lake Victoria?
3. I lent him a book. It was written by Daniel Defoe.
A. It is poisonous to local people.
 The book ………………………………………
B. It feeds the paddlefish in the lake.
C. It helps clean up the lake water. 4. She can’t have more time for relaxation because she has too much work.
D. It allows mosquito populations to increase.
 If she…………………………………………………………………………
5. he text suggests preventing the spread of invasive species by ______.
5. People think that he is a good teacher.
A. introducing stricter laws
B. taking animals to a new place  It is ........................................................................................................

C. raising people’s awareness

D. growing new types of plants

VII. Rearrange the words to make up meaningful sentences. (1.0pts)

1. my pronunciation/ The man/ my father/ is/ a friend/ who/ with/ helps me.

.............................................................................................................

2.put up with/Mike / the noise/ of/ can't/ the traffic/ anymore.

.............................................................................................................

3. I /a few words/ / on holiday/ picked up/ of English.

...............................................................................................................

4./that/ / into space/The satellite / yesterday /Viet Nam/ was launched/belongs to.

.................................................................................................................

5./ English / now / third / most / spoken / native / language / worldwide / after /
Chinese / and / Hindi /.