Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each the numbered blanks.
The idea of going overseas to study can be daunting, with visions of baffling languages or nights spent in isolation while you are gradually forgotten by your friends and family. (25) ______ the benefits of studying abroad - such as broadening your mind, improving your career prospects and making friends from all over the world - can make digging out your passport really rewarding.
“Studying abroad is an eye-opening experience,” says Anna Boyd, event manager at The Student World. “Being (26) ______ in another culture, understanding differences and spotting similarities, living on a beach or in the mountains, (27) ______ will have an impact on every student.”
Overseas study comes in many shapes and sizes. It might be a single semester abroad via an Erasmus programme, for example. Or you might elect to follow a full three-or four-year degree programme. Whatever your ambition, the key is starting early. Some countries require specific combinations of A-levels from UK students, Germany looks for four A-levels including maths or science and one modern foreign language, for instance, while others, such as the US, value extracurricular activities. Starting our research well ahead (28) ______time can help you make the right choices. "Getting involved in sports, arts and music is also worth considering, as well as gaining experience through volunteering and work placements," says Boyd. In fact, applying to study abroad could even work to your advantage , for example, you might encounter lower (29) ______ requirements.
Điền vào số (29)
A. entry
B. entrance
C. enter
D. entered
Đáp án B
Kiến thức về từ loại
A. entry (n): lối vào
B. entrance (n): sự đến/ đi vào
C. enter (v): bước vào
Cụm từ: entrance requirements: những yêu cầu đầu vào
Tạm dịch: “In fact, applying to study abroad could even work to your advantage, for example, you might encounter lower (29) entrance requirements.” (Thực tế việc đi du học thậm chí có có ích cho lợi thế của bạn, ví dụ, bạn có thể gặp các yêu cầu đầu vào thấp hơn.)