Tuần 3
Tuần 3
PRACTICE
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.
Last weekend, we went on a trip to the mountains. (1)               the bad weather, we had to change
our plans and leave later than expected. (2)         the delay, we still had a great time exploring nature.
The view was beautiful, and we enjoyed hiking. (3)                our guide, we learned many interesting
facts about the area. The trip was unforgettable, and we hope to go again soon.
 Question 1.           A. Prior to          B. Due to            C. Despite            D. Instead of
 Question 2.           A. Because of        B. In terms of       C. In place of        D. In spite
 of Question 3.        A. Thanks to         B. Except for        C. By means of        D. Owing to
2.
Green living helps protect the environment. (4)                 climate change, more people are trying to
live in an eco-friendly way. (5)               using plastic bags, we can use reusable ones. Saving energy
and water is also important. (6)                recycling, people can plant trees and reduce waste. Small
changes in daily life can help make the planet cleaner and safer for the future.
  Question 4.          A. In view of         B. In spite of        C. On behalf of D. In contrast to
  Question 5.          A. Instead of         B. Thanks to          C. Due to           D. By means of
  Question 6.          A. Because of         B. In addition to C. Despite              D. In terms of
3.
Liam wanted to get fit (7)                  joining a marathon. He started training every morning. (8)
              the race, he followed a healthy diet and practised hard. However, (9)               a sudden
illness, he had to rest for a few days. Still, he didn’t give up. On race day, he ran with all his strength
and finished successfully. His hard work paid off in the end!
  Question 7.          A. in terms of       B. in place of       C. in spite of      D. with a view to
  Question 8.          A. Apart from        B. Prior to          C. Despite          D. Regardless of
  Question 9.          A. on account of     B. aside from        C. in addition to   D. in place of
4.
  Our school held a writing contest last month. Students of all ages could join (10)              their grade
  level. The rules were simple, (11)            a word limit that everyone had to follow. (12)
  the high number of participants, the judges took extra time to review the entries. (13)                  the
  tough competition, one student won with an inspiring story. The contest was a great way for students to
  show their creativity and improve their writing skills.
   Question 10.          A. in view of       B. regardless of      C. in place of        D. instead of
   Question 11.          A. instead of       B. on account of      C. except for         D. in terms
   of Question 12.       A. Owing to         B. Instead of         C. On behalf of       D. In place of
   Question 13.          A. Instead of       B. Due to             C. Despite            D. In contrast to
 5.
 Dear Manager,
 I am writing to complain about my recent stay at your hotel. (14)                the service, it was very
 disappointing. The staff was unhelpful and slow. (15)              what was promised, the room was not
 clean, and the air conditioner did not work. (16)             food, the breakfast was cold and had very
 few options. (17)              these issues, my stay was uncomfortable. I hope you improve your service.
 Sincerely,
 Victoria Chase
   Question 14.       A. Thanks to           B. On behalf of    C. In place of      D. With regard to
   Question 15.       A. In contrast to      B. Regardless of   C. Due to           D. On account of
  Question 16.        A. Apart from          B. In spite of       C. In terms of        D. Because of
  Question 17.        A. Irrespective of     B. As a result of    C. In spite of        D. Prior to
 6.
 Our school has introduced new rules (18)                 recent student feedback. (19)             the regular
 dress code, students must now wear ID cards at all times. Plastic bottles are no longer allowed, so
 students must use reusable bottles (20)          disposable ones. (21)                  health concerns, the
 cafeteria now offers healthier meals. These changes are meant to improve the school environment.
 While some students find the rules strict, they will help create a better and safer learning space.
  Question 18.      A. in light of            B. instead of         C. except for         D. in addition
  to Question 19. A. Prior to                 B. By means of        C. Aside from         D. In view of
  Question 20.      A. in terms of            B. in place of        C. on account of      D. in spite of
  Question 21.      A. Irrespective of        B. On behalf of       C. Instead of         D. Because of
7.
Our club has introduced new rules (22)                 the increasing number of members. Everyone must
attend meetings (23)               their experience level. (24)            regular activities, members
must also participate in community projects. Communication will now be improved (25)                a new
online group where members can share ideas and updates. These rules will help the club run smoothly
and ensure that everyone stays involved.
 Question 22.          A. instead of        B. considering       C. prior to        D. except for
 Question 23.          A. as a result of    B. on account of     C. in place of     D. irrespective of
 Question 24.          A. In addition to    B. Owing to          C. Due to          D. In terms of
 Question 25.          A. aside from        B. prior to          C. by means of     D. instead of
8.
A new conservation programme has been launched to protect endangered animals. (26)                   habitat
destruction, many species are at risk. (27)                  this programme, wildlife areas are now being
restored. (28)            the importance of biodiversity, experts are working hard to save these animals.
(29)             past efforts, this programme focuses on both land and marine life. (30)
funding, the project relies on donations and government support. Everyone can help by spreading
awareness and supporting conservation efforts.
 Question 26.        A. Instead of          B. Aside from         C. Owing to        D. On behalf of
 Question 27.        A. Thanks to           B. In place of        C. In addition to  D. In contrast to
 Question 28.        A. In spite of         B. Given              C. Regardless of   D. With regard
 to Question 29.     A. In place of         B. In contrast to     C. Due to          D. Irrespective
 of Question 30.     A. Aside from          B. Despite            C. In terms of     D. By means of
                                    BẢNG TỪ VỰNG
STT        Từ vựng     Từ loại         Phiên âm                        Nghĩa
 1    awareness          n            /əˈweərnəs/    sự nhận thức, ý thức
 2    biodiversity       n       /ˌbaɪəʊdaɪˈvɜːsɪti/ sự đa dạng sinh học
 3    conservation       n         /ˌkɒnsəˈveɪʃən/   sự bảo tồn
 4    destruction        n           /dɪˈstrʌkʃən/   sự phá hủy, sự tàn phá
 5    disposable        adj         /dɪˈspəʊzəbl/    dùng một lần, có thể vứt đi
 6    eco-friendly      adj       /ˌiː.kəʊˈfrend.li/ thân thiện với môi trường
 7    effort             n                 /ˈef.ət/  sự nỗ lực, cố gắng
 8    endanger           v          /ɪnˈdeɪn.dʒər/   gây nguy hiểm
 9    expert             n              /ˈekspɜːt/   chuyên gia
 10   explore            v              /ɪkˈsplɔːr/  khám phá
 11   guide              n                  /ɡaɪd/   hướng dẫn viên
 12   habitat            n             /ˈhæbɪtæt/    môi trường sống
 13   hiking             n               /ˈhaɪkɪŋ/   đi bộ leo núi
 14   illness            n                /ˈɪl.nəs/  bệnh tật
 15   importance         n           /ɪmˈpɔː.təns/   tầm quan trọng
 16   judge              n                /dʒʌdʒ/    thẩm phán, giám khảo
 17   participant        n           /pɑːˈtɪsɪpənt/  người tham gia
 18   protect            v              /prəˈtekt/   bảo vệ
 19   restore            v                /rɪˈstɔːr/ khôi phục, phục hồi
 20   reusable          adj           /ˌriːˈjuːzəbl/ có thể tái sử dụng
 21   rule               n                   /ruːl/  quy tắc, luật lệ
 22   smoothly          adv             /ˈsmuːðli/   mượt mà, suôn sẻ
 23   spread             v                 /spred/   lan truyền, phát tán
 24   strength           n               /streŋkθ/   sức mạnh
 25   strict            adj                /strɪkt/  nghiêm khắc
 26   successfully      adv           /səkˈsesfəli/  thành công
 27   sudden            adj                /ˈsʌdn/   đột ngột
 28   unforgettable     adj       /ˌʌn.fəˈɡe.tə.bəl/ không thể quên
2.
(4)            greater awareness of health benefits, more and more individuals are adopting a balanced
lifestyle. (5)           a busy schedule, many people still make time for regular exercise. (6)
consistent physical activity and proper nutrition, overall well-being has improved, reducing the risk of
chronic diseases and enhancing mental health.
Question 4. A. By means of B. Thanks to            C. On behalf of       D. Aside from
Question 5. A. Owing to B. In addition to          C. Despite            D. Prior to
Question 6. A. In light of B. Except for           C. With regard to     D. As a result
of 3.
Many people chose to stay in hostels during their vacation, (7)           a few adventurous travelers who
preferred camping. Luxury hotels, (8)            budget hostels, offer a wider range of exclusive services.
Meanwhile, an increasing number of tourists now opt for eco-friendly accommodations (9)
traditional hotels to reduce their environmental impact.
Question 7. A. prior to        B. on behalf of     C. except for         D. with regard
to Question 8. A. in place of                      B. in contrast to     C. for the sake
of                             D. due to Question 9. A. apart from       B. thanks to C.
with a view to                 D. instead of
4.
Many companies are implementing (IMPLEMENTE: V thực thi, thực hiện, triển khai) remote work
policies (10)                                            traditional office setups to increase flexibility.
Employee performance, (11)                               their work location, is now evaluated based
on productivity rather than physical presence. (12)        team collaboration, digital tools have been
evolving, making communication more seamless and ensuring efficiency even in remote environments.
Question 10. A. due to      B. in place of       C. on behalf of        D. thanks to
Question 11. A. owing to B. aside from           C. irrespective of     D. with regard to
Question 12. A. Thanks to B. With regard to      C. In spite of         D. Apart from
5.
Many students continue their studies (13)              the financial difficulties facing them. Some may
seek scholarships and part-time jobs to aid their tuition fees. Meanwhile, many others choose online
courses
(14)           their affordability and flexibility. (15)          recent technological advancements, digital
learning platforms have been becoming more and more accessible and effective. (15)                  academic
knowledge, these platforms also provide students with essential skills like time management and self-
discipline, preparing them for future careers.
Question 13. A. instead of B. by means of             C. regardless of       D. for the sake
of Question 14. A. because of B. in addition to C. in place of               D. except for
Question 15. A. Prior to      B. Regardless of        C. On account of       D. Despite
Question 16. A. Due to        B. In light of          C. Aside from          D. On behalf of
6.
(17)            the rapid shift in consumer behaviour, many companies have changed their strategies,
especially in digital marketing. (18)            the global expansion of online platforms, businesses can
now reach customers worldwide. (19)               size, each organisation can leverage social media to
boost brand awareness. (20)          these advancements, international trade has grown and the global
marketplace is now more dynamic than ever.
Question 17. A. Apart from B. Despite                C. In place of      D. Considering
Question 18. A. Prior to       B. Regardless of      C. Thanks to        D. For the sake
of Question 19. A. Except for B. Instead of          C. Irrespective of  D. As a result of
Question 20. A. Instead of B. As a result of         C. In contrast to   D. On behalf of
7.
(21)           tight deadlines, the team decided to schedule an urgent meeting to finalize the project plan.
(22)             technical issues, some members faced difficulties joining on time. Some even didn't
participate in the meeting (23)               their busy schedules. (24)            these challenges, the
discussion remained productive with efficient time management and clear communication. (25)
reviewing progress, the team also brainstormed innovative ideas to improve workflow. By the end of the
meeting, everyone had a clear understanding of their responsibilities, ensuring that the project would stay
on track and be completed successfully.
Question 21. A. In view of B. In spite of            C. In contrast to   D. Aside from
Question 22. A. In place of B. By means of           C. Owing to         D. Irrespective of
Question 23. A. instead of B. aside from             C. due to           D. for the sake
of Question 24. A. Prior to B. Despite               C. In place of      D. With regard
to Question 25. A. Except for B. On behalf of        C. Thanks to        D. In addition to
8.
(26)           increasing pollution, governments have implemented stricter environmental regulations.
Many cities are promoting green energy (27)             reducing carbon emissions and combating climate
change. (28)           sustainability, renewable energy sources like solar and wind power can contribute
greatly. (29)         fossil fuels, these alternatives produce minimal environmental harm while
ensuring long-term energy security. (30) these efforts, air quality has improved in several urban areas. If
more countries adopt eco-friendly policies, the planet’s future could be significantly brighter.
Question 26. A. Because of    B. With a view to   C. Regardless of    D. On behalf of
Question 27. A. owing to      B. aside from       C. with a view to   D. thanks to
Question 28. A. Due to        B. By means of      C. Instead of       D. In terms of
Question 29. A. In place of   B. In contrast to   C. Except for       D. Aside from
Question 30. A. Despite       B. As a result of   C. Instead of       D. Apart from
                              BẢNG TỪ VỰNG
STT       Từ vựng     Từ loại         Phiên âm                        Nghĩa
  1   adopt             v               /əˈdɒpt/     nhận nuôi, áp dụng
  2   automation        n         /ˌɔːtəˈmeɪʃən/     tự động hóa
  3   operation         n          /ˌɒpəˈreɪʃən/     sự vận hành
  4   smooth           adj              /smuːð/      mượt mà, trôi chảy
  5   approach         n/v            /əˈprəʊtʃ/     cách tiếp cận; tiếp cận
  6   remarkable       adj         /rɪˈmɑːkəbl/      đáng chú ý
  7   accuracy          n            /ˈækjərəsi/     độ chính xác
  8   efficiency        n             /ɪˈfɪʃənsi/    hiệu suất, sự hiệu quả
  9   satisfaction      n        /ˌsætɪsˈfækʃən/     sự hài lòng
 10   awareness         n            /əˈweənəs/      nhận thức
 11   schedule         n/v           /ˈskedʒuːl/     lịch trình; lên kế hoạch
 12   consistent       adj         /kənˈsɪstənt/     nhất quán, kiên định
 13   proper           adj           /ˈprɒpə(r)/     thích hợp, đúng cách
 14   nutrition         n            /njuˈtrɪʃən/    dinh dưỡng
 15   chronic          adj             /ˈkrɒnɪk/     mãn tính, kéo dài
 16   enhance           v             /ɪnˈhɑːns/     nâng cao, cải thiện
 17   hostel            n                /ˈhɒstl/    ký túc xá, nhà trọ bình dân
 18   adventurous      adj        /ədˈventʃərəs/     thích phiêu lưu, mạo hiểm
 19   luxury            n              /ˈlʌkʃəri/    sự xa xỉ
 20   budget           adj             /ˈbʌdʒɪt/     rẻ, hợp túi tiền
 21   exclusive        adj          /ɪkˈskluːsɪv/    độc quyền, dành riêng
 22   accommodation     n       /əˌkɒməˈdeɪʃən/      chỗ ở
 23   implement         v          /ˈɪmplɪment/      thực hiện, triển khai
 24   setup             n               /ˈsetʌp/     sự sắp xếp, tổ chức
 25   flexibility       n         /ˌfleksəˈbɪləti/   sự linh hoạt
 26   evaluate          v            /ɪˈvæljueɪt/    đánh giá
 27   productivity      n        /ˌprɒdʌkˈtɪvəti/    năng suất
 28   collaboration     n       /kəˌlæbəˈreɪʃən/     sự hợp tác
 29   evolve            v               /ɪˈvɒlv/     phát triển, tiến hóa
 30   seamless         adj            /ˈsiːmləs/     liền mạch, không gián đoạn
 31   remote           adj             /rɪˈməʊt/     từ xa, xa xôi
 32   financial        adj           /faɪˈnænʃl/     thuộc tài chính
 33   seek              v                  /siːk/    tìm kiếm, theo đuổi
 34   scholarship       n            /ˈskɒləʃɪp/     học bổng
 35   tuition fees      n          /tjuˈɪʃən fiːz/   học phí
 36   affordability     n         /əˌfɔːdəˈbɪləti/   khả năng chi trả
 37   flexibility       n         /ˌfleksəˈbɪləti/   sự linh hoạt
 38   technological    adj      /ˌteknəˈlɒdʒɪkl/     thuộc công nghệ
 39   advancement       n        /ədˈvɑːnsmənt/      sự tiến bộ, phát triển
 40   accessible       adj           /əkˈsesəbl/     có thể tiếp cận, dễ tiếp cận
 41   effective        adj             /ɪˈfektɪv/    hiệu quả
42    academic                adj       /ˌækəˈdemɪk/       thuộc học thuật
43    self-discipline          n       /ˌself ˈdɪsəplɪn/   tính kỷ luật
44    strategy                 n          /ˈstrætədʒi/     chiến lược
45    expansion                n         /ɪkˈspænʃən/      sự mở rộng
46    leverage                 v           /ˈliːvərɪdʒ/    tận dụng
47    dynamic                 adj        /daɪˈnæmɪk/       năng động, linh hoạt
48    tight                   adj              /taɪt/      chặt chẽ, eo hẹp
49    urgent                  adj           /ˈɜːdʒənt/     khẩn cấp
50    finalize/finalise        v          /ˈfaɪnəlaɪz/     hoàn tất, chốt lại
51    progress                n, v        /ˈprəʊɡres/      tiến bộ, phát triển
52    innovative              adj          /ˈɪnəvətɪv/     có tính sáng tạo, đổi mới
53    workflow                 n          /ˈwɜːkfləʊ/      quy trình làm việc
54    regulation               n        /ˌreɡjuˈleɪʃən/    quy định
55    combat                   v           /ˈkɒmbæt/       chống lại, đấu tranh
56    sustainability           n      /səˌsteɪnəˈbɪləti/   sự bền vững
57    alternative              n         /ɔːlˈtɜːnətɪv/    sự thay thế, phương án thay thế
 come along: tới đâu, đi cùng                     I'm glad you came along.
 come out: công bố, được xuất bản, hé lộ          When is her new novel coming out?
 come round: hồi tỉnh                             Your mother hasn't yet come around from the operation.
 come off: thành công                             They had wanted it to be a surprise but the plan didn't
                                                  come off.
 come across: tình cờ gặp                         I came across children sleeping under bridges.
 come up: xảy ra, xuất hiện                       I'm afraid something urgent has come up.
 come down with: ngã bệnh                         I think I'm coming down with the flu.
 come up with: nảy ra                             Is that the best you can come up with?
 come in for: hứng chịu                           The director has come in for a lot of criticism over his
                                                  handling of the affair.
CỤM ĐỘNG TỪ VỚI GET
 get on/along with: có mối quan hệ tốt với ai   She's never really got on with her sister.
 get behind with: tụt lại phía sau              I'm getting behind with my work.
 get by: xoay sở (sống/làm)                     How does she get by on such a small salary?
 get up: thức dậy                               I get up at 8.30 a.m. every day.
 get over: vượt qua                             She can't get over her shyness.
 get rid of: loại bỏ                            We got rid of all the old furniture.
 get off: xuống xe                              Tom helped the man get off the bus.
 get on: thành công, lên xe                     I don't know how he's going to get on in life.
 get across: khiến ai hiểu, truyền tải          Your meaning didn't really get across.
 get through (to somebody): liên lạc với ai     I tried calling you several times but I couldn't get
                                                through.
PRACTICE
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.
Last summer, we had a terrible holiday. We planned to (1)                 early and catch the bus to the
beach. However, we woke up late and had to rush. When we finally (2)                 the bus, it was very
crowded. Then, halfway there, the bus (3)            , and we had to wait for hours in the hot sun. It
was the worst trip ever!
 Question 1.        A. get up        B. bring up       C. break in       D. bring in
 Question 2.        A. came out      B. got off        C. got on         D. broke out
 Question 3.        A. broke up      B. got over       C. came across D. broke
 down
2.
Teen relationships can be exciting but also difficult. Some teens (4)                well  with their
boyfriend or girlfriend and have a happy relationship. However, sometimes couples (5) because of
misunderstandings or different interests. It can be hard at first, but over time, they (6)        the
sadness and move on. Good friends and family help them feel better and enjoy life again.
 Question 4.        A. come up       B. get on           C. break down D. bring up
 Question 5.        A. come round B. get across          C. bring in          D. break up
 Question 6.        A. get on        B. get over         C. get off           D. get
 through
3.
Last week, I (7)               the flu. I had a fever and felt very weak. My mom took care of me and
gave me medicine. After a few days, I (8)          and started feeling better. This illness (9)           a
lesson for me - I realised how important it is to rest and take care of my health. Now, I always try to eat
well and sleep enough.
 Question 7.        A. came down with        B. got rid of       C. brought up           D. broke up
 Question 8.        A. get through           B. came round       C. come off             D. come up
 Question 9.        A. got off               B. broke into       C. brought about        D. came out
4.
One day, while cleaning my room, I decided to (10)                    some old boxes. As I was sorting through
them, I (11)                 an old photo album from my childhood. Looking at the pictures (12)
so many happy memories of my family trips and school days. It was an unforgettable moment that made
me realise how special those times were. I kept the album to cherish the memories.
 Question 10.            A. come along         B. get rid of         C. bring in           D. get on with
 Question 11.            A. got over           B. came up            C. came across        D. got through
 Question 12.            A. brought back       B. broke down C. got across                 D. came off
5.
When COVID-19 (13)                      , everything changed. Schools and offices closed, and people had to
stay home. It was a hard time, but it (14)                 new ways of living. People worked online and
spent more time with family. At first, it was difficult to (15)            without going outside, but everyone
adapted. Over time, life slowly returned to normal. It took a while to (16)                   the     fear,    but
people became stronger and more hopeful.
 Question 13. A. got across               B. broke out       C. brought in       D. came
 round Question 14.                       A. brought about B. got up             C. broke
 down                D. came along Question 15.              A. get on           B. get up C.
 get by              D. get across Question 16.              A. bring back       B. break into
                     C. come off          D. get over
6.
The government has (17)                      a new law to improve road safety. All drivers must stop using
mobile phones while driving. Officials had to (18)                    strict rules to prevent accidents. This law
has (19)                 both support and criticism. Some people say it helps reduce crashes, while others
think it is too strict. However, it has (20)                 safer roads and fewer accidents. Now, drivers are
more careful, making the streets safer for everyone.
 Question 17.            A. came along        B. got over           C. brought in         D. came off
 Question 18.            A. come up with B. break up                C. bring back         D. come down
 with Question 19. A. break down              B. come in for        C. get across         D. bring out
 Question 20.            A. came round        B. broke out          C. got by             D. brought about
7.
Life in a smart city is modern and convenient. Technology helps people (21)                 each other and
stay connected. If a problem (22)              , smart systems quickly find solutions. For example, traffic
lights adjust to reduce jams. Security is also better because cameras and alarms make it harder for
thieves to (23)        houses. If something (24)             , smart devices send alerts for quick repairs.
Even though life is fast, people still need to (25)                 each other regularly and build strong
relationships. A smart city makes life easier and safer for everyone.
  Question 21. A. get along with B. get behind with C. get on                 D. bring in
  Question 22. A. breaks up           B. comes up           C. brings out     D. gets over
  Question 23. A. come off            B. bring up           C. break into     D. get by
  Question 24. A. breaks down B. gets off                   C. comes across D. brings in
  Question 25. A. get through to B. come up with            C. come in for    D. get behind with
8.
Life in the countryside is peaceful and simple. Many people are (26) in small villages, where
they learn to enjoy nature and hard work. Neighbours (27)            well with each other and always
help when needed. Life is not always easy, but people (28)         with farming and small businesses.
There is less crime, so it’s rare for someone to (29)         a house. The fresh air and quiet life (30)
              good health and happiness. Even though the city is busier, many people love the
countryside for its simplicity and warmth.
 Question 26.       A. brought up           B. come off      C. brought out        D. come across
 Question 27.       A. break up             B. come out      C. get off            D. get on
 Question 28.       A. come along           B. come round    C. get by             D. bring back
 Question 29.       A. get over             B. break into    C. bring up           D. break down
 Question 30.       A. get through to       B. come in for   C. break out          D. bring about
                                 BẢNG TỪ VỰNG
STT          Từ vựng     Từ loại          Phiên âm                   Nghĩa
  1   terrible            adj              /ˈterəbᵊl/    tồi tệ
  2   rush                 v                  /rʌʃ/      vội vàng, nhanh chân
  3   crowded             adj             /ˈkraʊdɪd/     đông đúc
  4   relationship         n            /rɪˈleɪʃᵊnʃɪp/   mối quan hệ
  5   misunderstanding     n       /ˌmɪsʌndəˈstændɪŋ/    hiểu lầm
  6   medicine             n              /ˈmedsᵊn/      thuốc
  7   childhood            n             /ˈʧaɪldhʊd/     thời thơ ấu
  8   memory               n              /ˈmemᵊri/      ký ức
  9   unforgettable       adj         /ˌʌnfəˈɡɛtəbᵊl/    không thể nào quên
 10   cherish              v                /ˈtʃerɪʃ/    trân trọng
 11   hopeful             adj             /ˈhəʊpfᵊl/     hy vọng
 12   safety               n                /ˈseɪfti/    sự an toàn
 13   official             n                /əˈfɪʃᵊl/    quan chức
 14   strict              adj                /strɪkt/    nghiêm ngặt, nghiêm khắc
 15   rule                 n                  /ruːl/     quy định
 16   criticism            n            /ˈkrɪtɪsɪzᵊm/    chỉ trích
 17   accident             n             /ˈæksɪdᵊnt/     tai nạn
 18   convenient          adj          /kənˈviːniənt/    thuận tiện
 19   connected           adj            /kəˈnektɪd/     kết nối
 20   thief                n                  /θiːf/     tên trộm
 21   regularly           adv            /ˈreɡjələli/    thường xuyên
 22   peaceful            adj              /ˈpiːsfᵊl/    yên bình
 23   rare                adj                 /reə/      hiếm
 24   simplicity           n            /sɪmˈplɪsəti/    sự giản dị
                           BẢNG CẤU TRÚC
STT             Cấu trúc                             Nghĩa
  1   break down            hỏng, sụp đổ, suy sụp
  2   get on                lên xe, thành công
  3   get up                thức dậy, đứng dậy
  4   break up              chia tay, chấm dứt
  5   get over              vượt qua
  6   come down with        mắc bệnh, ngã bệnh
  7   bring back            mang về, gợi lại
  8   break out             bùng phát
  9   bring about           gây ra, mang lại
 10   get by                xoay sở (sống/làm)
 11   break into            đột nhập
 12   come across           tình cờ gặp
 13   get rid of            loại bỏ
 14   bring in              giới thiệu luật mới
 15   come up with          nghĩ ra, nảy ra
 16   come in for           nhận được, hứng chịu
 17   come round            tỉnh lại, hồi tỉnh
 18   come along            tới đâu, đi cùng
 19   get through           liên lạc với ai
 20   get across            truyền tải, khiến ai hiểu
 21   come up               xảy ra, xuất hiện
 22   bring up              nuôi dưỡng, đề cập tới cái gì
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.
Last week, an unknown intruder tried to (1)          the laboratory, causing alarm among the staff. This
incident (2)          tighter security measures to protect valuable research. Accordingly, additional
warning systems and 24/7 staff have been deployed. If similar threats (3)         again,               the
management will be able to respond immediately.
Question 1. A. break up B. get on                C. come across D. break into
Question 2. A. came out B. got off               C. brought about D. broke out
Question 3. A. come up B. get over               C. break in            D. bring in
2.
After five years together, Jake and Lisa decided to (4)           because they realized their differences
were too significant. Obviously, the separation was tough. Lisa began to (5)            emotionally and
struggled to move on. One day, an old song played on the radio, (6)           memories of their happiest
moments. Though painful, she knew it was time to heal and embrace the future.
Question 4. A. come up        B. get on            C. break up          D. bring up
Question 5. A. come round B. break down            C. bring about       D. break in
Question 6. A. coming off B. coming out            C. getting off       D. bringing
back
3.
To meet market demand, the company planned to (7)              a new product. After months of
preparation, an official statement about an upgraded version with advanced features finally (8)  . The
CEO was confident that this release would help the company (9)                                in    the
competitive tech industry, strengthening its position as an industry leader.
Question 7. A. come down B. bring out               C. bring up           D. break up
Question 8. A. got through B. got over              C. came out           D. came up
Question 9. A. get on          B. break into        C. bring back         D. come out
4.
After working non-stop for weeks, Mark collapsed from exhaustion and was rushed to the hospital. It
took hours for him to (10)   , leaving his colleagues extremely worried. During his recovery, he (11)
         his workload, making his return to the office overwhelming. However, with support from his
team, he managed to (12)          the setback and regained his productivity.
Question 10. A. get across B. break out            C. bring in          D. come round
Question 11. A. got on with B. came in for         C. got behind with   D. came up with
Question 12. A. get over B. bring up               C. get by            D. get across
5.
Five years ago, the COVID-19 pandemic first (13)             . At that time, large numbers of people (14)
          the disease with severe symptoms, overwhelming healthcare systems and exhausting medical
workers. Most governments around the world chose to (15)                    strict regulations, from mask
mandates to widespread lockdowns, to contain the virus. However, some governments also (16)
criticism over slow responses and inadequate testing capacities.
Question 13. A. came off B. broke out             C. brought back         D. got over
Question 14. A. broke into B. got rid of          C. came down with D. got along
with Question 15. A. bring in                     B. get up               C. come across
                             D. bring up Question 16. A. came in for B. got rid of C.
got on with                  D. broke into
6.
Yesterday, I (17)          the bus to the city. While finding a seat, I unexpectedly (18)           an old
friend from high school. We hadn’t seen each other in years, so the meeting (19)                countless
memories of our school days. We chatted the entire ride, laughing about past experiences. When we
finally
(20)          at the same stop, we decided to grab a coffee and catch up properly. It was a surprising yet
wonderful reunion that made my trip even more special.
Question 17. A. broke up B. got on                 C. broke down          D. brought in
Question 18. A. came along B. got over             C. brought in          D. came across
Question 19. A. came up B. broke down              C. brought back        D. got along
with Question 20. A. got offB. came in for         C. got across          D. brought out
7.
Because the previous project didn't (21)             , it led the team to hold an urgent meeting to find
solutions. During the discussion, Sarah (22)         an innovative idea to improve workflow
efficiency. She tried to get its benefits (23)     to everyone, addressing concerns clearly. Also, the
manager
(24)          the need for better communication between departments. To tackle this issue, he decided to
(25)          an external consultant for expert guidance. By the end of the meeting, the team felt more
confident about implementing the new strategies.
Question 21. A. come off B. break out             C. get by              D. bring about
Question 22. A. came down B. came in for          C. came up with        D. came along
Question 23. A. over            B. across         C. on                  D. behind with
Question 24. A. brought up B. got across          C. came around         D. broke into
Question 25. A. bring in        B. come along     C. get over            D. get on
8.
Growing up in the countryside, Emma was (26)              by her grandparents, who taught her the value
of hard work. Every morning, she had to (27)           early to help with farm chores before school. Life
was not always easy, but her family managed to (28)           with their small vegetable farm. She
always
(29)          her neighbours, as everyone in the village supported one another. Occasionally,
unexpected challenges would (30)         , such as bad weather damaging crops, but they found ways to
overcome difficulties. Despite the hardships, Emma cherished her peaceful rural life and the strong
sense of community.
Question 26. A. broken in B. got over             C. brought up         D. come along
Question 27. A. bring in    B. bring out          C. get across         D. get up
Question 28. A. get by      B. come around        C. bring back         D. come along
Question 29. A. came in for B. got along          C. came up with       D. got rid of
with Question 30. A. get rid of B. come           C. bring up           D. bring about
up
                                BẢNG TỪ VỰNG
STT         Từ vựng   Từ loại         Phiên âm                      Nghĩa
  1   advanced          adj          /ədˈvɑːnst/     tiên tiến
  2   capacity           n           /kəˈpæsəti/     sức chứa, khả năng
  3   cherish            v               /ˈtʃerɪʃ/   yêu quý, trân trọng
  4   chore              n                 /tʃɔːr/   việc vặt
  5   collapse           v             /kəˈlæps/     sụp đổ, gục ngã
  6   competitive       adj       /kəmˈpetətɪv/      cạnh tranh
  7   consultant         n         /kənˈsʌltənt/     cố vấn, tư vấn viên
  8   contain            v            /kənˈteɪn/     chứa đựng, kiềm chế, ngăn lại
  9   countless         adj          /ˈkaʊntləs/     vô số, không đếm xuể
 10   criticism          n         /ˈkrɪtɪsɪzəm/     sự phê bình, chỉ trích
 11   deploy             v              /dɪˈplɔɪ/    triển khai
 12   efficiency         n             /ɪˈfɪʃənsi/   hiệu suất, sự hiệu quả
 13   embrace            v            /ɪmˈbreɪs/     ôm lấy, chấp nhận
 14   entire            adj             /ɪnˈtaɪər/   toàn bộ
 15   exhaustion         n          /ɪɡˈzɔːstʃən/    sự kiệt sức
 16   expert           n, adj          /ˈekspɜːt/    chuyên gia, tinh thông
 17   external          adj            /ɪkˈstɜːnl/   bên ngoài
 18   guidance           n            /ˈɡaɪdəns/     sự hướng dẫn
 19   hardship           n             /ˈhɑːdʃɪp/    sự khó khăn, gian khổ
 20   heal               v                  /hiːl/   chữa lành, hàn gắn
 21   implement          v         /ˈɪmplɪment/      thực hiện, thi hành
 22   inadequate        adj        /ɪnˈædɪkwət/      không đầy đủ, không đủ
 23   incident           n            /ˈɪnsɪdənt/    sự việc, sự cố
 24   innovative        adj          /ˈɪnəveɪtɪv/    sáng tạo, đổi mới
 25   intruder           n         /ɪnˈtruːdə(r)/    kẻ xâm nhập
 26   laboratory         n        /ləˈbɒrət(ə)ri/    phòng thí nghiệm
 27   lockdown           n           /ˈlɒkdaʊn/      lệnh phong tỏa
 28   mandate            n           /ˈmændeɪt/      slệnh
 29   obviously         adv           /ˈɒbviəsli/    rõ ràng, hiển nhiên
 30   official          adj               /əˈfɪʃl/   chính thức
 31   overcome           v         /ˌəʊvəˈkʌm/       vượt qua
 32   overwhelming      adj      /ˌəʊvəˈwelmɪŋ/      áp đảo, quá tải
 33   peaceful          adj           /ˈpiːsf(ə)l/   yên bình
 34   previous          adj           /ˈpriːviəs/    trước đó
 35   productivity       n       /ˌprɒdʌkˈtɪvɪti/    năng suất
 36   recovery           n            /rɪˈkʌvəri/    sự hồi phục
 37   regain             v              /rɪˈɡeɪn/    lấy lại
 38   regulation         n         /ˌreɡjʊˈleɪʃn/    quy định
 39   reunion            n         /ˌriːˈjuːniən/    sự đoàn tụ
 40   rural             adj             /ˈrʊərəl/    thuộc nông thôn
41   separation     n     /ˌsepəˈreɪʃn/   sự chia cách
42   setback        n       /ˈsetbæk/     trở ngại
43   severe        adj       /sɪˈvɪər/    nghiêm trọng
44   significant   adj   /sɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt/   đáng kể
45   statement      n      /ˈsteɪtmənt/   tuyên bố
46   strategy       n      /ˈstrætədʒi/   chiến lược
47   strengthen     v       /ˈstreŋθn/    củng cố, làm mạnh thêm
48   strict        adj        /strɪkt/    nghiêm ngặt
49   tackle         v         /ˈtækl/     giải quyết
50   threat         n          /θret/     mối đe dọa
51   tough         adj          /tʌf/     khó khăn, khắc nghiệt
52   unknown       adj      /ʌnˈnəʊn/     chưa biết
53   urgent        adj      /ˈɜːdʒənt/    khẩn cấp
54   widespread    adj   /ˈwaɪdspred/     lan rộng, phổ biến
55   workflow       n      /ˈwɜːkfləʊ/    quy trình làm việc
                                  BẢNG CẤU TRÚC
STT               Cấu trúc                                   Nghĩa
  1   be able to do something     có thể làm gì
  2   break down                  hỏng hóc, suy sụp
  3   break in or break into      đột nhập vào
  4   break out                   nổ ra, bùng phát
  5   break up                    chia tay, chấm dứt
  6   bring about                 gây ra, mang lại
  7   bring back                  gợi lại, mang quay trở lại
  8   bring in                    giới thiệu điều luật mới, bảo ai tới làm việc gì
  9   bring out                   phát hành, đưa ra thứ gì
 10   bring up                    nuôi nấng ai, đề cập tới cái gì
 11   come round or come around   hồi tỉnh
 12   come across                 tình cờ gặp
 13   come along                  tới đâu, đi cùng
 14   come down                   giảm xuống
 15   come down with              ngã bệnh
 16   come in for                 hứng chịu
 17   come off                    thành công
 18   come out                    công bố, được xuất bản, hé lộ
 19   come up                     xảy ra, xuất hiện
 20   come up with                nảy ra
 21   get across                  khiến ai hiểu, truyền tải
 22   get behind with             tụt lại phía sau
 23   get by                      xoay sở (sống/làm)
 24   get off                     xuống xe
 25   get on                      thành công, lên xe
 26   get on with                 có mối quan hệ tốt với ai
 27   get over                    vượt qua
 28   get rid of                  loại bỏ
 29   get through to somebody     liên lạc với ai
 30   get up                      thức dậy
 31   struggle to do something    đấu tranh làm gì
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.
A species is a group of animals or plants that are similar and can have babies. Some species are
common, but others are (1) and hard to find. When a species is in danger because there are very few
left, it is called (2)             . People try to protect these species so they do not disappear. If all the
animals or plants of a species die, they become (3)                 . Many of these species, like dinosaurs,
lived a long time ago.
  Question 1.          A. balanced      B. rare            C. equal          D. restricted
  Question 2.          A. unequal       B. illegal         C. endangered D. critical
  Question 3.          A. extinct       B. mysterious      C. peaceful       D. mutual
2.
People need to protect animals and plants so they do not disappear. Some species are (4)
because of hunting, pollution, or losing their homes. Scientists (5)          these species to learn how
many are left and what they need to survive. When an animal is hurt or in danger, people (6)
it and help it get better. Everyone can help protect species by keeping nature clean and safe. If we take
care of the earth, more species will live for a long time.
  Question 4.       A. adopted         B. disrupted        C. threatened D. altered
  Question 5.       A. litter          B. decompose        C. release    D. monitor
  Question 6.       A. recover         B. preserve         C. rescue     D. assess
3.
Marine pollution is a big problem for the ocean. People throw trash into the water, and many sea animals
(7)               plastic for food. This can make them sick or even kill them. Pollution also harms fish
and plants, which can pose a(n) (8)            to the ocean’s health. When small sea animals eat dirty water
or plastic, it spreads through the food (9)                and affects bigger animals, including people. To
protect the ocean, we must stop polluting and keep the water clean.
 Question 7.          A. mistake        B. discover        C. explore        D. observe
 Question 8.          A. demand         B. threat          C. influence      D. request
 Question 9.          A. connection     B. link            C. tie            D. chain
4.
Protecting species is important for the ecological (10)            of nature. When one species
disappears, it can affect many others. (11) needs safe places to live, with enough food and clean water.
Some animals and plants are (12)                   to only one area, so people must protect their natural
homes. If a species is in danger, we can help it (13)                  by stopping hunting and pollution.
Everyone can take small actions to protect nature and keep animals and plants safe for the future.
 Question 10.       A. justice        B. equality        C. balance        D. division
 Question 11.       A. Practice       B. Rescue          C. Habitat        D. Wildlife
 Question 12.       A. native         B. alternative     C. conscious      D. frequent
 Question 13.       A. reuse          B. recycle         C. refill         D. recover
5.
Coral reefs are home to many sea animals, but pollution and climate change (14)            them. People
are working to (15)             damaged reefs by growing new corals in a (16)             before placing
them in the ocean. Some corals can (17)              to warmer water, but many still need protection. To
help coral reefs, people should keep the ocean clean and avoid touching corals when swimming.
 Question 14.       A. renew          B. adopt          C. mistake       D. ruin
 Question 15.       A. bridge         B. release        C. restore       D. capture
 Question 16.       A. nursery        B. status         C. situation     D. landscape
 Question 17.       A. impact         B. adapt          C. alter         D. transform
6.
Ecotourism helps people enjoy nature without harming it. Some places are home to (18)              animals
and plants that need protection. Visitors should be careful and have (19)                  impact on the
environment. They should not pick plants or disturb animals. It is important to (20)                  trash
properly instead of leaving it in nature. Too many tourists can (21)           beautiful places by
making them dirty or noisy. If people travel responsibly, they can enjoy nature while keeping it safe for
the future. Question 18.                    A. contaminated      B. illegal    C. vulnerable          D.
disposable Question 19.                     A. minimal           B. harmful    C. destructive         D.
significant Question 20.                    A. pollute           B. engage     C. discard          D.
collect
 Question 21.          A. consume            B. spoil             C. alter            D. degrade
7.
Zoos are places where people can see animals from around the world. Some animals live in zoos
because they are in danger from (22)             loss. Zoos help protect these animals and give them
food and care. Each animal stays in a(n) (23)                   that looks like its natural home.
However, some people think zoos are not good because they (24)              animals and limit their
freedom. Zoos also help people learn about (25) and other wild animals. If zoos take good care of
animals, they can help protect them for the future.
 Question 22.      A. destination    B. habitat         C. landscape    D. spot
 Question 23.      A. enclosure      B. field           C. zone         D. location
 Question 24.      A. narrow         B. lessen          C. reduce       D. confine
 Question 25.      A. poachers       B. hunters         C. predators    D. loggers
8.
Wildlife conservation is important to protect animals and plants. Many species are in danger because of
human activities. (26)                destroys forests, taking away homes for many animals. The (27)
             of natural resources, like water and food, also makes survival difficult. Some species are at
risk because of (28)              animals that take their food or space. These problems (29)
the balance of nature. To help, people use (30)              , such as creating protected areas and stopping
hunting. If we take action now, we can save wildlife and keep nature healthy for the future.
  Question 26.      A. Poaching       B. Logging          C. Littering       D. Discarding
  Question 27.      A. degradation B. landfill            C. depletion       D. packaging
  Question 28.      A. infectious     B. invasive         C. natural         D. native
  Question 29.      A. contaminate B. capture             C. release         D. jeopardise
  Question 30.      A. intervention B. restriction        C. conflict        D. demand
                                  BẢNG TỪ VỰNG
STT             Từ vựng   Từ loại        Phiên âm                       Nghĩa
 1    species               n            /ˈspiːʃiːz/     loài
 2    endangered            adj        /ɪnˈdeɪndʒərd/    bị đe dọa, có nguy cơ tuyệt chủng
 3    extinct               adj          /ɪkˈstɪŋkt/     tuyệt chủng
 4    threatened            adj          /ˈθretnd/       bị đe dọa
 5    rescue                v            /ˈreskjuː/      giải cứu
 6    adopt                 v             /əˈdɒpt/       nhận nuôi, áp dụng
 7    disrupt               v            /dɪsˈrʌpt/      làm gián đoạn, phá vỡ
 8    litter                v/n            /ˈlɪtər/      xả rác; rác thải
 9    decompose             v         /ˌdiːkəmˈpəʊz/     phân hủy
10    assess                v             /əˈses/        ước lượng
11    ecological            adj       /ˌiːkəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/   thuộc về sinh thái
12    justice               n            /ˈdʒʌstɪs/      công lý, sự công bằng
13    conscious             adj          /ˈkɒnʃəs/       có ý thức, nhận thức
14    frequent              adj         /ˈfriːkwənt/     thường xuyên
15    impact                n            /ˈɪmpækt/       tác động, ảnh hưởng
16    contaminated          adj       /kənˈtæmɪneɪtɪd/   bị ô nhiễm
17    illegal               adj           /ɪˈliːɡl/      bất hợp pháp
18    vulnerable            adj         /ˈvʌlnərəbl/     dễ bị tổn thương, dễ gặp nguy
                                                         hiểm
19    disposable            adj        /dɪˈspəʊzəbl/     dùng một lần, có thể vứt bỏ
20    minimal               adj         /ˈmɪnɪməl/       tối thiểu
21    destructive           adj         /dɪˈstrʌktɪv/    mang tính phá hủy
22    degrade               v            /dɪˈɡreɪd/      làm suy thoái
23    predator              n           /ˈpredətər/      động vật săn mồi
24    enclosure             n           /ɪnˈkləʊʒər/     chuồng, khu vực rào kín
25    confine               v            /kənˈfaɪn/      giam giữ, hạn chế
26    poacher               n            /ˈpəʊtʃər/      kẻ săn trộm
27    logger                n             /ˈlɒɡər/       người khai thác gỗ
28    depletion                  n           /dɪˈpliːʃən/       sự cạn kiệt
29    invasive                   adj         /ɪnˈveɪsɪv/        xâm lấn, không thuộc bản địa
30    jeopardise/jeopardize      v          /ˈdʒepərdaɪz/       gây nguy hiểm, đe dọa
31    intervention               n         /ˌɪntərˈvenʃən/      sự can thiệp
32    degradation                n         /ˌdeɡrəˈdeɪʃən/      sự suy thoái
33    landfill                   n            /ˈlændfɪl/        bãi rác
34    infectious                 adj         /ɪnˈfekʃəs/        lây nhiễm, truyền nhiễm
PRACTICE
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.
Last night, I was reading a book when my phone (1)              . It was my friend, asking for help
because the power had (2)                                       in her house. I grabbed a flashlight and
walked to her place. When I arrived, we (3)                     the fuse box together and found the
problem. After fixing it, the lights came back on, and we both laughed at the unexpected situation!
 Question 1.       A. looked after     B. went off      C. came across D. brought
 up Question 2. A. got over            B. made up       C. kept off       D. gone out
 Question 3.       A. brought about B. broke into       C. looked at      D. went back
2.
Independent learners like to study on their own. When they don’t understand something, they (4)
            their notes to review it. If they find a new word, they (5)      its    meaning  in     a
dictionary. When they need more information, they (6) answers in books or online. They don’t wait for
teachers to help them - they try to solve problems by themselves. This makes them better and more
confident learners.
 Question 4.        A. go over          B. make up        C. look after D. break
 into Question 5. A. come across B. go through            C. look up    D. get over
 Question 6.        A. break out        B. bring about C. go up         D. look for
3.
Life is full of challenges. Sometimes, we must (7)             even when things are difficult. There are
times when we have to (8)               things we want, like new clothes or fun trips, because of money
problems. Everyone (9)              tough moments, but these challenges make us stronger. If we stay
positive and keep trying, we can overcome any problem and achieve our goals.
  Question 7.        A. go on         B. look into     C. look up        D. make out
  Question 8.        A. go away       B. come up       C. get along      D. go without
  Question 9.        A. goes over     B. goes through C. goes back       D. goes out
4.
Lifelong learning is important for everyone. People who love learning often (10)                great thinkers
and experts for inspiration. They always try to (11)              new information and skills to stay
updated. Learning new things (12) a better life because it helps people grow and improve. When they
want to know more, they (13)                   books, courses, or online resources. Lifelong learners never
stop exploring and always enjoy gaining knowledge.
 Question 10.         A. look up to          B. look down on C. come up with D. come down with
 Question 11.         A. look back on        B. keep up with      C. get on with       D. come in for
 Question 12.         A. breaks into         B. looks up          C. goes over         D. makes for
 Question 13.         A. look for            B. bring up          C. look out          D. make up
5.
Travelling is exciting, but it’s important to stay safe and healthy. First, (14)             dangerous areas
and always follow local rules. When walking in busy places, (15)                   for pickpockets to protect
your belongings. Before your trip, eat well and rest properly, so you don’t (16)                 an illness. If
you feel sick while travelling, make sure to (17)             yourself by drinking water and getting enough
rest. With good planning and care, you can enjoy a fun and safe trip!
 Question 14.       A. keep away from        B. come up with      C. come in for       D. look up to
 Question 15.       A. bring up              B. get over          C. look out          D. go over
 Question 16.       A. get through to        B. get on with       C. go down with D. look back
 on Question 17. A. make up                  B. look after        C. bring in          D. get behind
6.
Last night, a bomb (18)                 in the city centre, causing panic. Luckily, no one was hurt, but the
police are now (19)                the case to find out who was responsible. Witnesses said it was hard to
(20)              what happened at first because of the loud noise and smoke. Authorities have asked
people to (21)                unnecessary travel in the area while the investigation continues. Everyone
hopes the police will solve the case soon and keep the town safe.
 Question 18.       A. broke down B. kept down             C. looked at       D. went off
 Question 19.       A. bringing out B. making up           C. going on        D. looking
 into Question 20.A. watch out          B. make out        C. go without      D. get across
 Question 21.       A. come up          B. break down C. keep down            D. go through
7.
Vocational training helps people learn skills for jobs like electricians, chefs, and mechanics. Some people
(22)               vocational training, thinking it is less important than university, but it provides great
career opportunities. Many students (23)                    to have successful jobs after learning practical
skills. To succeed, they must (24)                  new techniques and technologies in their field. Good
training (25)               a better future because it helps people find stable jobs and earn a living.
Vocational training is a smart choice for many.
  Question 22.       A. make up for        B. look down on         C. come up with     D. go in for
  Question 23.       A. go on              B. bring up             C. get over         D. keep off
  Question 24.       A. make room for      B. get on with          C. look back on     D. keep up
  with Question 25. A. goes over           B. keeps down           C. looks after      D. makes for
8.
Living in an extended family has many benefits. Children often (26)                 older members like
grandparents and learn from their experiences. Grandparents also love to (27)                 stories to
entertain the young ones and teach them valuable lessons. In a big family, everyone helps each other,
which (28)                 a warm and supportive home. However, living together is not always easy.
Sometimes, family members (29)                     difficult times, such as financial problems or
disagreements. In these moments, love and understanding help the family stay strong. With many people
in one house, it is important to (30)           noise, especially when someone is working or resting.
Even with challenges, an extended family brings love, support, and happiness to everyone.
 Question 26.          A. go in for      B. come up with       C. make up for      D. look up to
 Question 27.          A. make up        B. break up           C. get over         D. keep off
 Question 28.          A. goes away      B. makes for          C. looks at         D. brings in
 Question 29.          A. go down        B. go over            C. go without       D. go
 through Question 30.                    A. break down         B. bring about      C. keep
 down                  D. come off
                                BẢNG TỪ VỰNG
STT       Từ vựng     Từ loại        Phiên âm                       Nghĩa
  1   grab              v               /ɡræb/    chộp lấy
  2   flashlight        n            /ˈflæʃlaɪt/  đèn pin
  3   fuse box          n          /ˈfjuːz bɒks/  hộp cầu chì
  4   unexpected       adj       /ˌʌnɪkˈspektɪd/  bất ngờ
  5   review            v              /rɪˈvjuː/  xem lại
  6   overcome          v          /ˌəʊvəˈkʌm/    vượt qua
  7   expert            n             /ˈekspɜːt/  chuyên gia
  8   resource          n              /rɪˈzɔːs/  nguồn tài nguyên, nguồn hữu ích
  9   gain              v                /ɡeɪn/   có được, thu được
 10   pickpocket        n           /ˈpɪkˌpɒkɪt/  kẻ móc túi
 11   properly         adv            /ˈprɒpᵊli/  thích hợp, phù hợp
 12   witness           n             /ˈwɪtnəs/   nhân chứng
 13   authority         n            /ɔːˈθɒrəti/  chính quyền
 14   investigation     n       /ɪnˌvestɪˈɡeɪʃᵊn/ sự điều tra, cuộc điều tra
 15   vocational       adj        /vəʊˈkeɪʃᵊnᵊl/  thuộc đào tạo nghề
 16   stable           adj             /ˈsteɪbᵊl/ ổn định
 17   entertain         v           /ˌentəˈteɪn/  giải trí, mua vui
 18   supportive       adj           /səˈpɔːtɪv/  hỗ trợ, ủng hộ
 19   disagreement      n       /ˌdɪsəˈɡriːmənt/  mâu thuẫn, bất đồng
                           BẢNG CẤU TRÚC
STT             Cấu trúc                              Nghĩa
  1   go off                nổ tung, reo chuông, ôi thiu (thức ăn)
  2   go out                ra ngoài, mất điện
  3   look at               nhìn vào
  4   go over               xem lại
  5   look up               tra cứu
  6   make out              hiểu, nhận ra
  7   look for              tìm kiếm
  8   come up               xảy ra
  9   go back               quay trở lại
 10   look up to            tôn trọng
 11   go up                 tăng lên
 12   keep up with          bắt kịp
 13   go down with          ngã bệnh
 14   look after            chăm sóc
 15   get on with           hòa hợp với
 16   make up for           đền bù cho
 17   look into             điều tra
 18   watch out             cẩn thận, coi chừng
 19   go through            trải qua
 20   go in for             yêu thích, tham gia
 21   make for              tạo nên điều gì
 22   look back on          hồi tưởng
 23   keep down             kiểm soát, ngăn không cho tăng
 24   make up               trang điểm, bịa chuyện, chiếm, làm hòa
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.
Ever since I was young, I have (1)             sports, especially basketball. My older brother, who is an
excellent player, always encouraged me to train hard. I have always (2)         him, and his guidance
has helped me improve my skills and confidence on the court. At first, my parents were hesitant about
me pursuing it seriously, but they eventually (3)                               my passion after seeing
my dedication.
Question 1. A. gone in for      B. kept up with     C. looked down on D. watched out
for Question 2. A. looked out for B. made up for C. looked up to         D. gone in for
Question 3. A. kept up with B. went along with C. made room for D. made up for
2.
When demand exceeds production, prices (4)           due to limited supply. In contrast, when
production surpasses demand, prices (5)              , making goods more affordable. Therefore, it's
important for businesses to accurately forecast market trends to (6)      changing consumer needs.
Effective planning ensures stability and prevents sudden price fluctuations that could impact the
economy.
Question 4. A. go over      B. make up           C. look after       D. go up
Question 5. A. go down      B. go through        C. look up          D. get over
Question 6. A. keep up with B. bring about       C. go along with    D. make up
for
3.
Last week, my sister (7)              a bad cold and had to stay in bed. I did my best to (8)  her,
making sure she had warm meals and enough rest. My sister usually handled most household chores,
but, at that time, I had to (9)     her help and manage everything on my own. Although it was
challenging, I was happy to support her until she fully recovered.
Question 7. A. went in for B. went down with C. looked up to                 D. looked out for
Question 8. A. look after B. come up                 C. get along            D. go on
Question 9. A. go over          B. go back           C. go through           D. go without
4.
When I returned to my hometown after many years, I couldn’t help (10)            my childhood
memories. One of my favourite places was a small coffee shop where I used to spend hours reading.
Excited, I (11)
          it, but it was nowhere to be found. Sadly, I was informed that it had been demolished to (12)
           a modern shopping mall. Although the town had changed, the memories of that cosy café
remained in my heart.
Question 10. A. going down B. looking back on C. coming in for          D. looking up to
Question 11. A. looked for B. broke down      C. went up                D. made up
Question 12. A. look up to B. keep up with    C. get on with            D. make room
for
5.
Before the English test, I spent hours (13)          my notes and practising grammar exercises.
Whenever I found a difficult word, I looked it (14)              in the dictionary to understand its
meaning. On the exam day, my alarm (15)          early, ensuring I had enough time to prepare. During the
test, some questions were tricky, but I managed to (16)          their meaning after reading carefully. In
the end, I felt confident that my preparation would pay off.
Question 13. A. going down         B. looking up           C. going over        D. looking
for Question 14. A. up            B. down on               C. up to             D. at
Question 15. A. brought up        B. went off              C. looked after      D. went over
Question 16. A. get through       B. watch out             C. make for          D. make out
6.
Tim felt like his family constantly (17)           him. As a result, one day, he decided to (18)        ,
hoping distance might help improve the situation. He packed his essentials and left without a goodbye,
uncertain of whether he would ever (19)            . While escaping, he realized how much he missed his
relatives, but pride prevented him from trying to (20)         immediately. Gradually, he recognized that
running away wouldn't solve anything, yet he still needed time to heal.
Question 17. A. made up for B. kept away from C. looked down on D. got behind
with Question 18. A. bring out                      B. go away            C. go on     D.
look into Question 19. A. go back                   B. keep down          C. look at D. go
off Question 20. A. make up B. watch out            C. go without         D. get across
7.
As part of the new highway project, several houses had to be demolished to (21)              the road. In
return, residents were provided financial compensation and relocated to better housing to (22)
their loss. However, the government had to (23)           a challenging negotiation process to convince
people to move, which eventually succeeded. During construction, strict measures were taken to ensure
that workers and residents were (24)           hazardous areas. Additionally, efforts were made to keep
the noise (25)          to minimize the impact on local communities and the ecosystems as well.
Question 21. A. get rid of B. look down on        C. make room for D. go down with
Question 22. A. make up for B. go in for          C. go down with       D. come up with
Question 23. A. make for B. go through            C. look for           D. keep off
Question 24. A. got on with B. kept away from C. kept up with           D. looked back
on Question 25. A. away from B. up with           C. off                D. down
8.
We organized an urgent meeting, having to (26)                some team members due to short notice. The
main goal was to (27)               the reasons behind the project's delays, and lack of teamwork was
identified as a key issue. To maintain a productive discussion, we agreed to (28)                   personal
conflicts and disagreements and focus on solutions. Everyone acknowledged that without collaboration,
even hard work could never (29)              a successful outcome. The meeting (30)             longer than
expected, but it helped clarify responsibilities and set clear goals for improving team efficiency.
Question 26. A. look at       B. go without          C. look into           D. watch out
Question 27. A. go on         B. break up            C. get over            D. look into
Question 28. A. look after B. make up                C. keep off            D. keep down
Question 29. A. make for B. go back                  C. make out            D. go over
Question 30. A. went on       B. brought in          C. made for            D. came off
                              BẢNG TỪ VỰNG
STT         Từ vựng   Từ loại          Phiên âm                      Nghĩa
  1   accurately       adv           /ˈækjərətli/     một cách chính xác
  2   acknowledge       v             /əkˈnɒlɪdʒ/     công nhận, thừa nhận
  3   affordable       adj            /əˈfɔːdəbl/     có giá cả phải chăng
  4   challenging      adj          /ˈtʃælɪndʒɪŋ/     đầy thử thách
  5   clarify           v              /ˈklærɪfaɪ/    làm rõ
  6   collaboration     n        /kəˌlæbəˈreɪʃn/      sự hợp tác
  7   compensation      n       /ˌkɒmpənˈseɪʃn/       sự bồi thường, tiền đền bù
  8   confidence        n           /ˈkɒnfɪdəns/      sự tự tin
  9   conflict          n              /ˈkɒnflɪkt/    xung đột
 10   constantly       adv          /ˈkɒnstəntli/     liên tục, không ngừng
 11   cosy             adj                /ˈkəʊzi/    ấm cúng
 12   dedication        n           /ˌdedɪˈkeɪʃn/     sự cống hiến
 13   demolish          v              /dɪˈmɒlɪʃ/     phá hủy
 14   distance          n               /ˈdɪstəns/    khoảng cách
 15   effective        adj               /ɪˈfektɪv/   hiệu quả
 16   efficiency        n                /ɪˈfɪʃnsi/   sự hiệu quả
 17   escape            v                /ɪˈskeɪp/    trốn thoát
 18   exceed            v                 /ɪkˈsiːd/   vượt quá
 19   excellent        adj            /ˈeksələnt/     xuất sắc
 20   financial        adj            /faɪˈnænʃl/     thuộc về tài chính
 21   fluctuation       n         /ˌflʌktʃuˈeɪʃn/     sự biến động
 22   forecast         n/v             /ˈfɔːkɑːst/    dự báo
 23   guidance          n              /ˈɡaɪdəns/     sự hướng dẫn
 24   handle            v                /ˈhændl/     xử lý, giải quyết
 25   hazardous        adj            /ˈhæzədəs/      nguy hiểm
 26   heal              v                    /hiːl/   chữa lành, hàn gắn
 27   hesitant         adj             /ˈhezɪtənt/    do dự
 28   minimize          v            /ˈmɪnɪmaɪz/      giảm thiểu
 29   negotiation       n         /nɪˌɡəʊʃiˈeɪʃn/     sự đàm phán
 30   preparation       n          /ˌprepəˈreɪʃn/     sự chuẩn bị
 31   productive       adj          /prəˈdʌktɪv/      năng suất
 32   pursue            v                /pəˈsjuː/    theo đuổi
 33   recover           v            /rɪˈkʌvə(r)/     hồi phục
 34   relocate          v           /ˌriːləʊˈkeɪt/    di dời, chuyển chỗ
 35   remain            v               /rɪˈmeɪn/     vẫn còn, duy trì
 36   solve             v                   /sɒlv/    giải quyết
 37   stability         n              /stəˈbɪləti/   sự ổn định
 38   sudden           adj                 /ˈsʌdn/    đột ngột
 39   surpass           v                /səˈpɑːs/    vượt qua, vượt trội
 40   tricky           adj                 /ˈtrɪki/   khó khăn, phức tạp
 41   uncertain        adj              /ʌnˈsɜːtn/    không chắc chắn
 42   urgent           adj              /ˈɜːdʒənt/    khẩn cấp
                                  BẢNG CẤU TRÚC
STT                 Cấu trúc                                    Nghĩa
  1   break down                           hỏng hóc, suy sụp
  2   break up                             chia tay, chấm dứt
  3   bring about                          gây ra, mang lại
  4   bring in                             giới thiệu điều luật mới, bảo ai tới làm việc gì
  5   bring out                            phát hành, đưa ra thứ gì
  6   bring up                             nuôi nấng ai, đề cập tới cái gì
  7   come in for                          hứng chịu
  8   come off                             thành công
  9   come up                              xảy ra, xuất hiện
 10   come up with                         nảy ra
 11   convince somebody to do something    thuyết phục ai làm gì
 12   encourage somebody to do something   khuyến khích ai làm gì
 13   get across                           khiến ai hiểu, truyền tải
 14   get along                            tiến triển
 15   get behind with                      tụt lại phía sau
 16   get on with                          có mối quan hệ tốt với ai
 17   get over                             vượt qua
 18   get rid of                           loại bỏ
 19   get through to somebody              liên lạc với ai
 20   go along with                        chấp nhận, ủng hộ
 21   go away                              rời đi, đi đâu đó
 22   go back                              quay trở lại
 23   go down                              giảm xuống
 24   go down with                         ngã bệnh
 25   go in for                            yêu thích thứ gì, tham gia
 26   go off                               nổ tung, reo chuông, ôi thiu (thức ăn)
 27   go on                                tiếp tục, trôi qua (thời gian)
 28   go over                              xem lại
 29   go through                           trải qua
 30   go up                                tăng lên
 31   go without                           xoay sở mà không có thứ gì
 32   keep away from                       tránh xa
 33   keep down                            kiểm soát, ngăn không cho tăng
 34   keep off                             tránh đề cập tới thứ gì
 35   keep up with                         bắt kịp
 36   look after                           chăm sóc
 37   look back on                         hồi tưởng
 38   look down on                         khinh thường
 39   look for                             tìm kiếm
 40   look into                            điều tra
41   look up         tra cứu
42   look up to      tôn trọng
43   make for        tạo nên điều gì
44   make out        hiểu, nhận ra
45   make room for   nhường chỗ cho
46   make up         trang điểm, bịa chuyện, chiếm, làm hoà
47   make up for     đền bù cho
48   pay off         đền đáp xứng đáng
49   watch out for   cẩn thận, cẩn trọng
 give in: nhượng bộ, nộp                   My parents finally gave in.
 give up: từ bỏ                            Never give up!
 give off: tỏa ra                          The dish gives off a funny smell.
 give away: cho tặng                       She gave her old clothes away when she moved.
 give something back: trả lại cái gì       That toy doesn’t belong to you. Give it back!
 give out: phân phát                       The teacher gave out the exam papers.
 fall behind: tụt lại phía sau, chậm hơn   You’re falling behind the others.
 fall out: cãi lộn                         Last night I fell out with my brother.
 fall through: không thành công            Our plans finally fell through.
 fall back on: dựa vào sự giúp đỡ          Whatever happens, you have your father’s money to
                                           fall back on.
 fall down: rơi xuống, sụp                 Many buildings in the old part of the city are falling
                                           down.
 call for: yêu cầu, kêu gọi                He’s calling for more funds.
 call off: hủy bỏ                          The game was called off because of bad weather.
 call in: gọi điện tới đâu, bảo ai tới     Bell called in sick this morning.
 call back: gọi lại cho ai                 I will call you back.
2.
Our class planned a field trip to the museum. We were excited to (4)                  early in the morning.
However, the teacher had to (5)                  the trip because many students were sick. The day before,
several classmates (6)               the flu. Everyone felt sad, but the teacher promised to reschedule the
trip. We hoped to go when everyone was healthy again.
  Question 4.      A. bring in                B. go on             C. set off          D. come
  across Question 5.                          A. go out            B. call off         C. make out
                   D. keep down Question 6.                        A. went down with B. kept up
  with             C. looked up to            D. came in for
3.
We are starting a campaign to support the homeless in our city. We will (7)             donation centres
where people can drop off clothes, food, and blankets. Volunteers will (8)                warm meals to
those in need. We will also (9)             hygiene kits to help them stay clean and healthy. Join us and
make a difference! Every small act of kindness can change a life.
 Question 7.         A. give in            B. look for          C. go up            D. set up
 Question 8.         A. give away          B. break into        C. give up          D. bring
 back Question 9. A. set out               B. call off          C. fall behind      D. give out
4.
Last week, I had to (10)           sick because I caught a bad cold. At first, I was upset because I didn’t
want to (11)           at work. But staying home gave me time to (12)               myself and rest. I
even started reading a book I’d been meaning to finish. By the end of the week, I felt better and realised
I needed the break. Sometimes, what seems bad at first can turn out to be good. I’m glad I didn’t
(13)
              !
 Question 10.      A. give away            B. call in           C. look up            D. go off
 Question 11.      A. give off             B. set aside         C. fall behind        D. catch on
 Question 12.      A. call for             B. make up           C. look after         D. go over
 Question 13.      A. give up              B. make up           C. bring up           D. get up
5.
Our school recently (14)               a green project to reduce waste. We noticed how much trash ends
up in the landfill and how it (15)           harmful gases. The project (16)           students to recycle
more and use less plastic. At first, only a few joined, but the idea soon (17)            . Now, everyone
is excited to help! We’ve even started a compost bin for food waste. It feels good to know we’re making
a difference. Small steps can lead to big changes for our planet!
  Question 14.         A. made up            B. set up            C. went off       D. brought in
  Question 15.         A. gets by            B. looks for         C. goes down      D. gives off
  Question 16.         A. gets rid of        B. calls for         C. comes along    D. looks down on
  Question 17.         A. gave up            B. called off        C. caught on      D. set out
6.
When I (18)              to start my own bakery, I was excited but nervous. At first, things were tough.
My plan to open in a busy area (19)             , and I felt discouraged. There were moments I wanted
to
(20)            but I reminded myself why I started. I had to (21)                my savings to keep things
moving. Over time, I found a smaller, cozy spot, and customers began to notice my cakes. Now, my
bakery is growing, and I’m so glad I didn’t quit. Hard work really pays off!
 Question 18.       A. looked after       B. set out              C. went over        D. make out
 Question 19.       A. fell through       B. brought up           C. called in        D. went up
 Question 20.       A. get up             B. go off               C. give up          D. fall behind
 Question 21.       A. catch up on        B. keep up with         C. fall back on     D. get on
 with
7.
Time management is key to staying on track. If you don’t plan well, it’s easy to (22)             on tasks.
(23)              specific times for work, rest, and hobbies helps you stay balanced. For example, I
spend an hour each evening to (24)                reading or emails. Sometimes, you might need to (25)
               less important activities to focus on what really matters. Good time management reduces
stress and makes life more enjoyable. By organising your day, you can achieve more and still have time
for the things you love!
 Question 22.         A. bring up           B. set off           C. make for          D. fall behind
 Question 23.         A. Setting aside      B. Going down        C. Giving in         D. Setting off
 Question 24.       A. go along with     B. keep up with      C. catch up on       D. make up
 for Question 25.   A. make up           B. call off          C. catch on          D. bring in
8.
The old building in our town is unsafe and could (26)          anytime. The city has decided to
demolish it and (27) a new community center in its place. Some people wanted to save the building,
but they had to (28)        because it’s too dangerous. The plan (29)             careful work to avoid
damaging nearby homes. Funds have been (30)               for the project, and everyone is excited about
the new space. It’s sad to see the old building go, but the change will bring something better for the
community.
Question 26.   A. fall down   B. make for    C. bring up    D. go over
Question 27.   A. set off     B. set out     C. set aside   D. set up
Question 28.   A. come off    B. look into   C. give in     D. go on
Question 29.   A. gets over   B. calls for   C. looks at    D. breaks down
Question 30.   A. set aside   B. come up     C. make out    D. look into
                                   BẢNG TỪ VỰNG
STT         Từ vựng      Từ loại        Phiên âm                        Nghĩa
  1   sibling              n               /ˈsɪblɪŋ/   anh chị em
  2   argue                v              /ˈɑːɡjuː/    tranh cãi, cãi nhau
  3   angry                v              /ˈæŋɡri/     tức giận
  4   field trip           n           /ˈfiːld trɪp/   chuyến đi thực tế
  5   reschedule           v          /ˌriːˈʃedjuːl/   lùi lịch, sắp xếp lại lịch
  6   campaign             n          /kæmˈpeɪn/       chiến dịch
  7   homeless            adj          /ˈhəʊmləs/      vô gia cư
  8   hygiene              n            /ˈhaɪʤiːn/     vệ sinh
  9   upset               adj              /ʌpˈset/    buồn bã
 10   realise/ realize     v              /ˈrɪəlaɪz/   nhận ra
 11   landfill             n             /ˈlændfɪl/    bãi rác
 12   compost              n           /ˈkɒmpɒst/      phân hữu cơ
 13   bakery               n             /ˈbeɪkᵊri/    tiệm bánh
 14   discouraged         adj        /dɪˈskʌrɪʤd/      nản lòng
 15   cozy/ cosy          adj              /ˈkəʊzi/    ấm cúng
 16   quit                 v                /kwɪt/     từ bỏ
 17   matter               v               /ˈmætə/     quan trọng
 18   demolish             v            /dɪˈmɒlɪʃ/     dỡ bỏ
 19   fund                 n                /fʌnd/     quỹ
                             BẢNG CẤU TRÚC
STT               Cấu trúc                             Nghĩa
  1   break down             hỏng hóc, phân hủy
  2   break into             đột nhập
  3   break out              bùng nổ
  4   bring back             làm gợi lại
  5   bring in               giới thiệu điều luật mới
  6   bring up               nuôi dưỡng, đề cập
  7   call back              gọi lại cho ai
  8   call for               yêu cầu, kêu gọi
  9   call in                gọi điện tới đâu, bảo ai tới
 10   call off               hủy bỏ
 11   catch on               phổ biến
 12   catch up on            cập nhật tin tức, làm bù
 13   catch up with          bắt kịp
 14   come across            thấy ai/điều gì đó một cách tình cờ
 15   come along             đi cùng, tiến triển
 16   come in for            hứng chịu
 17   come up with           nảy ra (ý tưởng, giải pháp)
 18   fall back on           dựa vào sự giúp đỡ
 19   fall behind            tụt lại phía sau, chậm trễ
 20   fall down              rơi xuống, sụp
 21   fall out               cãi lộn
 22   fall through           thất bại
 23   get by                 xoay xở (sống/làm)
 24   get rid of             loại bỏ
 25   give away              trao tặng
 26   give in                nhượng bộ, nộp
 27   give off               tỏa ra
 28   give out               phân phát
 29   give up                từ bỏ
 30   go along with          đồng ý, ủng hộ
 31   go down                giảm xuống
 32   go down with           mắc bệnh
 33   go off                 nổ (bom, súng), reo (chuông, còi), ôi thiu (thức ăn)
 34   go on                  tiếp tục
 35   go out                 đi ra ngoài
 36   go over                xem lại, ôn lại
 37   go through             trải qua
 38   go up                  tăng lên
 39   keep down              giữ yên (không để cái gì đó tăng lên)
 40   keep up with           theo kịp
 41   look after             chăm sóc
42   look down on   khinh thường
43   look for       tìm kiếm
44   look into      xem xét, điều tra
45   look out       coi chừng
46   look up        tra cứu
47   look up to     ngưỡng mộ
48   make for       đi theo hướng, góp phần vào
49   make out       hiểu ra
50   make up        làm hòa, bịa chuyện, trang điểm, chiếm
51   make up for    đền bù cho
52   pay off        đền đáp xứng đáng
53   set aside      gạt sang một bên, tiết kiệm
54   set off        khởi hành
55   set out        bắt đầu với mục tiêu rõ ràng
56   set up         thành lập, thiết lập
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.
A new tech store was recently (1)             in the city, attracting many gadget lovers. To promote its
grand opening, staff members (2)        flyers and discount vouchers to passersby. Thanks to its innovative
products and excellent service, the store quickly (3)              among local people, becoming a popular
destination for tech enthusiasts in just a few weeks.
Question 1. A. fallen out B. given up                 C. set up            D. set off
Question 2. A. gave out       B. called for           C. gave in           D. fell down
Question 3. A. set out        B. fell through         C. called back       D. caught
on
2.
Last week, I gave my assignment (4)            to the teacher, hoping for a good grade. A few days
later, she gave it (5)   to me with a low score, which shocked me. That’s when I realized I had (6)
          my classmates in that subject. No matter how hard I tried to catch up, the gap only seemed
to grow, making me feel more frustrated and discouraged.
Question 4. A. in            B. away               C. off                D. out
Question 5. A. out           B. off                C. in                 D. back
Question 6. A. given up      B. fallen behind      C. caught up with     D. called off
3.
A charity group travelled to a remote village to cook warm meals for the locals. They (7)
volunteers and donations to support their mission. As the food simmered over open fires, it (8)
a rich, inviting aroma that brought smiles to the villagers. Once everything was ready, the team (9)
          hot meals to children and the elderly, ensuring no one went hungry.
Question 7. A. gave in        B. fell down          C. called for       D. set up
Question 8. A. gave away B. gave off                C. gave up          D. brought back
Question 9. A. set out        B. called off         C. fell behind      D. gave out
4.
The old building was in terrible condition and about to (10)         at any moment. To prevent
accidents, authorities put up barriers and warned people to (11)     the dangerous site. Eventually, the
structure was demolished to (12)                              a new community centre. Although some
residents felt sad, most agreed that the change was necessary for safety and progress.
Question 10. A. go down      B. fall down          C. call off          D. give in
Question 11. A. go in for    B. make up for        C. keep away from    D. come in for
Question 12. A. give off     B. make room for      C. fall behind       D. catch on
5.
I (13)           with my mom because she didn’t want me to go on the picnic with my friends. She
thought it was unnecessary, but I explained that everything had been planned and we couldn’t (14) the
trip. After a long discussion, she finally (15)        , allowing me to go. The next morning, I woke up
early and (16)           with my friends as planned, feeling excited and relieved that everything worked
out.
Question 13. A. gave away B. called in             C. looked up         D. fell out
Question 14. A. call off       B. set up           C. go off            D. bring in
Question 15. A. gave up        B. called back      C. gave in           D. set out
Question 16. A. got by         B. set off          C. went down         D. gave
off
6.
I suddenly realized I had forgotten an important document at the office, so I had to (17)         to check
if anyone was still there. Luckily, Freddy was working late to (18)              some unfinished tasks. He
quickly searched for my file and promised to (19)                  once he found it. Although it wasn’t
convenient for Freddy, I had no choice but to (20)            his help to retrieve the document. Thanks to
him, I avoided a major problem and felt incredibly grateful for his support.
Question 17. A. give up       B. fall out          C. call in              D. call for
Question 18. A. fall throughB. catch up on         C. give back            D. go down
with Question 19. A. call back                     B. make up              C. set aside D.
give off Question 20. A. look up to B. come up with                        C. fall back on
                              D. look down on
7.
The local charity was (21)            five years ago to support underprivileged people in the community.
Initially, some fundraising events (22)           due to a lack of sponsors, and one major campaign even
had to be (23)          . However, the organization remained persistent and launched a new initiative
that
(24)            community support. Volunteers and donors responded enthusiastically and they all
contributed to the success of the last event. During the event, the charity managed to (25)
thousands of books, clothes, and food packages to families in need.
Question 21. A. fallen downB. called back           C. gone over          D. set up
Question 22. A. made up B. set off                  C. called for         D. fell
through Question 23. A. given off                   B. called off         C. fallen
behind                        D. set aside Question 24. A. called for     B. brought up
                              C. gave out           D. went off Question 25. A. catch
on                            B. give in            C. give away          D. keep down
8.
When I first started university, I (26)          to excel in my studies. However, the workload was
overwhelming, and I began to (27)           in some subjects. There were times when I even wanted to
(28)         , but I reminded myself why I had chosen this path. Gradually, I regained my confidence
and continued my efforts. To improve, I had to (29)           distractions, such as video games or social
media, and focus on my study. With determination and better time management, I managed to (30)
         my classmates. Finally, at the end of the semester, I received a scholarship for excellent
academic performance.
Question 26. A. set out     B. fell down          C. gave off            D. caught on
Question 27. A. call off    B. give away          C. fall behind         D. set up
Question 28. A. give out B. set off               C. call in             D. give up
Question 29. A. set aside B. break out            C. bring up            D. go over
Question 30. A. catch up on B. catch up           C. fall back on        D. get through to
with
                                BẢNG TỪ VỰNG
STT           Từ vựng   Từ loại     Phiên âm                      Nghĩa
 1    recently           adv       /ˈriːsəntli/    gần đây
 2    gadget              n         /ˈɡædʒɪt/      thiết bị điện tử nhỏ
 3    flyer               n         /ˈflaɪə(r)/    tờ rơi
 4    discount            n        /ˈdɪskaʊnt/     sự giảm giá
 5    passersby           n       /ˈpɑːsərzbaɪ/    người đi qua
 6    innovative         adj       /ˈɪnəveɪtɪv/    sáng tạo, đổi mới
 7    excellent          adj       /ˈeksələnt/     xuất sắc, tuyệt vời
 8    enthusiast          n       /ɪnˈθjuːziæst/   người đam mê, người nhiệt huyết
 9    assignment          n       /əˈsaɪnmənt/     bài tập, nhiệm vụ
10    frustrated         adj      /frʌˈstreɪtɪd/   thất vọng, bực bội
11    discouraged        adj      /dɪsˈkʌrɪdʒd/    nản lòng, chán nản
12    charity             n         /ˈtʃærəti/     từ thiện, tổ chức từ thiện
13    remote             adj        /rɪˈməʊt/      xa xôi, hẻo lánh
14    donation            n       /dəʊˈneɪʃən/     sự quyên góp
15    mission             n         /ˈmɪʃən/       sứ mệnh, nhiệm vụ
16    simmer              v        /ˈsɪmə(r)/      ninh, nấu nhỏ lửa
17    aroma               n        /əˈrəʊmə/       mùi thơm
18    villager            n       /ˈvɪlɪdʒə(r)/    người dân trong làng
19    terrible           adj        /ˈterəbl/      tồi tệ, kinh khủng
20    authority           n        /ɔːˈθɒrəti/     quyền lực, thẩm quyền
21    barrier             n        /ˈbæriə(r)/     rào cản
22    demolish            v        /dɪˈmɒlɪʃ/      phá hủy, tiêu hủy
23    resident            n        /ˈrezɪdənt/     cư dân
24    relieve             v          /rɪˈliːv/     làm giảm, làm dịu
25    incredibly         adv      /ɪnˈkredəbli/    vô cùng, không thể tin được
26    underprivileged    adj    /ˌʌndəˈprɪvɪlɪdʒd/ thiếu thốn, nghèo khổ
27    fundraising         n       /ˈfʌndreɪzɪŋ/    gây quỹ
28    sponsor             n       /ˈspɒnsə(r)/     nhà tài trợ
29   campaign           n       /kæmˈpeɪn/        chiến dịch
30   remain             v         /rɪˈmeɪn/       còn lại, duy trì
31   persistent         adj      /pəˈsɪstənt/     kiên trì, bền bỉ
32   launch             v          /lɔːntʃ/       phát động, ra mắt
33   initiative         n         /ɪˈnɪʃətɪv/     sáng kiến
34   donor              n        /ˈdəʊnə(r)/      người quyên góp
35   enthusiastically   adv   /ɪnˌθjuːziˈæstɪkli/ nhiệt tình, hăng hái
36   package            n        /ˈpækɪdʒ/        gói, kiện hàng
37   workload           n       /ˈwɜːkloʊd/       khối lượng công việc
38   regain             v         /rɪˈɡeɪn/       lấy lại, phục hồi
39   distraction        n       /dɪsˈtrækʃən/     sự sao nhãng, mất tập trung
40   determination      n     /dɪˌtɜːmɪˈneɪʃən/   sự quyết tâm
41   management         n      /ˈmænɪdʒmənt/      sự quản lý, quản trị
42   scholarship        n        /ˈskɒləʃɪp/      học bổng
43   academic           adj    /ˌækəˈdemɪk/       học thuật
44   performance        n       /pəˈfɔːməns/      hiệu suất, thành tích
                                   BẢNG CẤU TRÚC
STT                     Cấu trúc                                  Nghĩa
 1    fall out with somebody              cãi nhau với ai
 2    give up doing something             từ bỏ làm việc gì
 3    set up a business                   thiết lập một doanh nghiệp
 4    set off on a journey                bắt đầu một cuộc hành trình
 5    give out information                phát thông tin
 6    call for action                     kêu gọi hành động
 7    give in to pressure                 nhượng bộ dưới áp lực
 8    fall down                           ngã xuống
 9    set out to do something             bắt đầu làm việc gì
10    give away                           tặng, phân phát
11    give off                            phát ra (mùi, ánh sáng, nhiệt)
12    give something back                 trả lại cái gì cho ai
13    fall behind                         thụt lùi, tụt lại phía sau
14    catch up with                       bắt kịp với ai đó