I would like to know if scholarships are available for first-year students.

I would like to know if scholarships are avaiable for first-year students?

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1 Some important documents are being prepared for the trial

2 A new amusement park is being built in this neighborhood

3 A decision will have been reached by the politicians by tomorrow

4 This programme is watched by millions of people all over the world

5 The workers ought to be paid more

6 My car was stolen from the car park

7 These plants haven't been watered by her for over a week

8 I was introduced to Joe's girlfriend by him last week

9 The speaker isn't being listened to by the audience

10 We might be invited to the party, but I'm not sure

11 Candidates' application must be returned by the end of next week

12 All the school projects will be finished by us by the end of the next term

13 This picture was taken a while ago

14 More money for the new church should be raised by the authorities 

15 A guided tour of the museum was given to us

16 The roof was being repaired by the workers when the fire started

1 It was Delev that got injured in the match yesterday 

It was yesterday that Delev got injured in the match

2 It was a new car that he bought two days ago

It was two days ago that he bought a new car

3 It was last night that our class stayed at this hotel

It was this hotel that our class stayed last night

4 It is John that invites his classmates to the birthday party

It is his classmates that John invites to the birthday party

F - T - F - NG - T - F - NG - NG

Living independently brings many benefits but also challenges. In terms of benefits, living independently helps you develop necessary life skills, from cooking, cleaning the house, managing personal finances to solving daily problems. You also have the opportunity to have freedom and autonomy in deciding your life, from choosing your daily menu to planning for the future. Living independently also helps you become stronger and more confident when facing difficulties. However, living independently is not without difficulties. You may feel lonely without direct support from family and friends. Managing finances can also become a challenge, especially when you are faced with unexpected expenses. Furthermore, having to solve every problem yourself can cause pressure and stress. However, these difficulties are also opportunities for you to learn, grow and develop yourself. Through that process, you will understand yourself better, realize the value of work and appreciate more what you have.

Self-study, the practice of learning independently without direct instruction, offers both advantages and challenges for learners. On the positive side, self-study fosters autonomy and self-discipline, crucial skills in today's rapidly changing world. Learners can tailor their study pace and content to suit their individual needs and preferences, leading to a more personalized learning experience. Moreover, self-study often allows for greater flexibility in scheduling, accommodating busy lifestyles or unconventional learning rhythms.

However, self-study also comes with its drawbacks. Without structured guidance, learners may struggle to maintain focus or stay motivated. They might encounter gaps in their understanding, as self-directed learning may lack the depth and breadth provided by formal education. Additionally, without feedback from instructors or peers, learners may have difficulty assessing their progress accurately. Overcoming these challenges often requires strong self-regulation skills and a commitment to seeking out resources and support when needed.

In conclusion, while self-study offers freedom and flexibility, it requires self-discipline and perseverance to overcome its inherent challenges. With the right mindset and resources, self-study can be a valuable complement to traditional learning methods, empowering individuals to take control of their educational journey.

For questions 1 – 8, complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given. Do not change the word given. You must use between three and eight words, including the word given.

1. The council officer promised to get someone to remove the rubbish. (HAVE)

→ The council officer promised he __________would have the rubbish taken________________________ away.

2. I hate it when people lie to me which is why I split up with Simon. (STAND)

→ I _____________can't stand being lied___________________ , which is why I split up with Simon.

3. Andy was tricked by a fraudster as he didn’t have much experience at that time. (RIDE)

→ If it _____________________hadn't not been for Andy's inexperience at that time, he wouldn't have been take for a ride by a fraudster______________________________________________ .

4. I’m sure that it was just a product of the artist’s fevered imagination. (RIOT)

→ The artist must ________have let his imagination run riot______________________________________ .

5. Liz loses her temper easily and tends to act recklessly. (IMPULSE)

→ Not only ________________does Liz lose her temper easily but she also tends to act on impulse_______________________________ .

6. It is believed that working until late at night causes nerve damage (SUPPOSED)

→ Burning __________the midnight oil is supposed to cause nerve damage_______________________________________________ .

7. It’s believed that the school prestige has improved immensely in the last few decades. (MEASURE)

→ The school prestige _____________________is believed to have increased beyond measure in the last few decades_____________________________________ .

8. Tom regretted criticising his friend’s business plan so strongly. (POURED)

→ If ______________________only Tom hadn't poured scorn on his friend's business plan_________________________________________ .

Bài 3

1 B

2 A

3 D

4 B

5 B

1 Minh created a website to give more information about local historical sites to visitors

2 It is John that is saving all his money to buy a new laptop for his studying

3 Mai was the last student to join the trip to the Imperial Citadel last week

4 David regretted not seeing Mary off at te airport yesterday

5 The last time I read this story was when I was at the age of ten

6 Having visited the orphanage last week, Tim decided to give away all his money to charity

7 Minh tries his best to learn English to get a well-paid job in the future

1 B

2 C

3 B

4 A

5 D