COLLOCATIONS
DỄ XUẤT HIỆN TRONG ĐỀ THI (BUỔI 4)
Read the following texts and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct option that best fits each
of the numbered blanks from 1 to 30.
1.
To have healthy skin, follow simple tips. First, (1) _______ experts' advice and use the right skincare
products for your skin type. It is also important to (2) _______ an eye on any changes, like redness or acne,
and treat them early. One of the best ways to protect your skin is to (3) _______ sunscreen every day, even
when it is cloudy. With proper care, your skin will stay fresh and glowing.
Question 1. A. go B. give C. make D. take
Question 2. A. keep B. get C. put D. bring
Question 3. A. put B. take C. wear D. fit
2.
Independent learning helps you grow and improve. First, you must (4) _______ control of your learning by
setting goals and managing your time well. Instead of waiting for someone to guide you, (5) _______ the
initiative to find answers and study new topics. Learning becomes more enjoyable when you (6) _______
pleasure in discovering new ideas and skills. With dedication and effort, you will become a confident and
successful independent learner.
Question 4. A. make B. put C. take D. lay
Question 5. A. leave B. take C. put D. ask
Question 6. A. take B. book C. keep D. drive
3.
Starting a business can be challenging, but many people work hard to (7) _______ a profit. They invest time
and effort to sell products or services successfully. When facing difficulties, business owners often need
support. A good friend or mentor can (8) _______ a sympathetic ear to their problems and give helpful
advice. Before choosing a business idea, it is important to (9) _______ a comparison between different
options. This helps people understand risks and benefits, leading to better decisions and a higher chance of
success.
Question 7. A. break B. make C. take D. keep
Question 8. A. get B. bring C. put D. lend
Question 9. A. cut B. lay C. make D. meet
4.
Work and life are both important, but it is not always easy to (10) _______ a balance between them.
Focusing too much on work can (11) _______ a person at risk of stress and health problems. To live a happy
life, people should (12) _______ a stop to unhealthy habits like overworking. Finding the right balance (13)
_______ effort and time, but it is worth it. When work and personal life are in harmony, people feel healthier,
happier, and more successful.
Question 10. A. meet B. fit C. lead D. strike
Question 11. A. take B. put C. make D. cause
Question 12. A. put B. keep C. take D. have
Question 13. A. makes B. lays C. gives D. takes
5.
Success in the workplace comes from hard work and learning. When you (14) _______ a chance to try
something new, take it! Always look for ways to (15) _______ improvements in your work. If you make a
mistake, don’t hesitate to (16) _______ an apology and learn from it. Finally, when you learn something
useful, (17) _______ it into practice right away. These steps help you grow, build trust, and achieve your
goals. Success is about effort, learning, and teamwork!
Question 14. A. make B. do C. get D. lead
Question 15. A. bring B. take C. make D. keep
Question 16. A. make B. put C. ask D. raise
Question 17. A. lead B. lay C. take D. put
6.
Working on a group project is a great way to learn teamwork. Everyone needs to (18) _______ hands and
work together. Each member should (19) _______ suggestions to improve the project. If someone struggles,
others can (20) _______ them a hand to keep things moving. It’s also important to plan well and (21)
_______ the deadline. Good communication and cooperation make the project successful and less stressful.
When everyone contributes, the result is always better!
Question 18. A. put B. bring C. cause D. join
Question 19. A. make B. keep C. get D. lead
Question 20. A. bring B. give C. lay D. face
Question 21. A. fit B. break C. book D. meet
7.
Family life is full of ups and downs. Sometimes, parents (22) _______ their temper when things get stressful.
Kids often (23) _______ noise while playing, which can be both fun and tiring. It (24) _______ as no
surprise that family members influence each other. For example, a child might (25) _______ in their parent’s
footsteps and choose a similar career. Despite challenges, family is where we find love, support, and shared
memories. Spending time together strengthens bonds and creates a happy home.
Question 22. A. keep B. fix C. lose D. break
Question 23. A. put B. bring C. make D. lead
Question 24. A. makes B. comes C. puts D. shares
Question 25. A. pay B. throw C. decide D. follow
8.
Family life is a mix of love, learning, and shared experiences. Parents should (26) _______ a good example
for their children by showing kindness and responsibility. Sometimes, kids (27) _______ a mess, but it’s part
of growing up. Families often (28) _______ the belief that spending time together is important. It’s also
helpful to (29) _______ the habit of arguing and focus on solving problems calmly. Even when family
members are different, they usually (30) _______ something in common, like shared values or hobbies.
These moments create strong bonds and make family life special. Together, families grow and support each
other.
Question 26. A. put B. set C. bring D. have
Question 27. A. make B. give C. get D. keep
Question 28. A. pay B. lead C. hold D. lay
Question 29. A. get B. fit C. break D. mix
Question 30. A. set B. have C. take D. lead
BẢNG TỪ VỰNG
STT Từ vựng Từ loại Phiên âm Nghĩa
1 achieve v /əˈtʃiːv/ đạt được
2 acne n /ˈæk.ni/ mụn trứng cá
3 bond n /bɒnd/ mối quan hệ, sự gắn kết
4 challenging adj /ˈtʃæl.ɪn.dʒɪŋ/ đầy thách thức
5 confident adj /ˈkɒn.fɪ.dənt/ tự tin
6 cooperation n /kəʊˌɒp.ərˈeɪ.ʃən/ sự hợp tác
7 dedication n /ˌded.ɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/ sự cống hiến
8 enjoyable adj /ɪnˈdʒɔɪ.ə.bəl/ thú vị, vui vẻ
9 expert n /ˈekspɜːt/ chuyên gia
10 glowing adj /ˈɡləʊ.ɪŋ/ rạng rỡ, sáng bóng
11 harmony n /ˈhɑː.mə.ni/ sự hài hòa
12 hesitate v /ˈhez.ɪ.teɪt/ do dự
13 independent adj /ˌɪn.dɪˈpen.dənt/ độc lập, tự lập
14 kindness n /ˈkaɪnd.nəs/ lòng tốt, sự tử tế
15 manage v /ˈmæn.ɪdʒ/ quản lý, xoay sở
16 mentor n /ˈmen.tɔːr/ người cố vấn
17 proper adj /ˈprɒp.ər/ đúng, phù hợp
18 redness n /ˈred.nəs/ sự đỏ (da, mắt, v.v.)
19 strengthen v /ˈstreŋ.θən/ củng cố, làm mạnh hơn
20 struggle v /ˈstrʌɡ.əl/ vật lộn, đấu tranh
21 successful adj /səkˈses.fəl/ thành công
22 sympathetic adj /sɪmˈpæθ.ə.tɪk/ thông cảm, đồng cảm
23 treat v /triːt/ điều trị
24 ups and downs n /ʌps ənd daʊnz/ thăng trầm
BẢNG CẤU TRÚC
STT Cấu trúc Nghĩa
1 break a habit (of doing something) bỏ thói quen làm gì
2 come as a/no surprise ngạc nhiên/không có gì ngạc nhiên
3 follow in somebody’s footsteps nối nghiệp ai
4 get a chance (to do something) có cơ hội làm gì đó
5 give somebody a hand giúp đỡ ai đó
6 have something in common có điểm chung
7 hold a belief giữ niềm tin
8 join hands hợp tác, chung tay
9 keep an eye on để mắt, chú ý đến
10 lend an ear to lắng nghe
11 lose somebody’s temper mất bình tĩnh
12 make a suggestion đưa ra gợi ý
13 make improvements cải thiện
14 make or draw a comparison so sánh
15 make a mess làm bừa bộn
16 make a profit kiếm lợi nhuận
17 make an apology xin lỗi
18 make noise gây ồn ào
19 meet a deadline hoàn thành công việc đúng thời hạn
20 put a stop to something chấm dứt cái gì đó
21 put somebody or something at risk đặt ai đó/cái gì đó vào nguy hiểm, rủi ro
22 put something into practice áp dụng cái gì đó vào thực tế
23 set a good example làm gương
24 strike a balance đạt được sự cân bằng
25 take control of something kiểm soát cái gì
26 take effort or time đòi hỏi nỗ lực/thời gian
27 take pleasure in có được niềm vui trong
28 take somebody’s advice làm theo lời khuyên của ai đó
29 take the initiative chủ động
30 wear sunscreen thoa kem chống nắng
