answer and explain
Speaking: Work in pairs. Can you answer this famous riddle from Sophocles’s play Oedipus the King? Explain your answer.
‘What creature walks on four legs in the morning, two legs in the afternoon, and three in the evening?’
The answer is a human. 4 legs in the morning is a baby crawling. 2 legs in the afternoon is an older child or adult that walks using its legs. 3 legs in the evening is an elderly person who uses a cane or walking stick to help them walk.
(Câu trả lời là một con người. Sáng 4 chân là bé biết bò. 2 chân về chiều là trẻ lớn hoặc người lớn biết đi bằng 2 chân. 3 chân buổi tối là người già phải chống gậy để đi lại.)
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the following questions.
It’s a waste of time to try and explain anything to Tony.
A. Tony should be given explanations.
B. It’s not worth trying to explain anything to Tony.
C. To save time, explain it to Tony.
D. It’s well worth trying to explain things to Tony.
Chọn B.
Đáp án B.
Câu gốc: Thật tốn tời gian khi cố gắng giải thích mọi thứ cho Tony. = B. Thật vô nghĩa khi cố gắng giải thích mọi thứ cho John.
Các đáp án khác sai nghĩa.
A. Tony nên được giải thích.
C. Để tiết kiệm thời gian, Giải thích nó cho John đi.
D. Thật đáng khi cố gắng giải thích mọi thứ cho John.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.
Dictionaries frequently explain the origin of the defined word, state its part of speech and indication its correct use.
A. frequently
B. the origin
C. defined
D. indication
Đáp án D
Giải thích: Cấu trúc song hành : khi hai vế được nối với nhau bằng từ "and" thì hai vế phải ngang bằng, tương đương nhau về từ loại, chức năng. Trong câu, sau phương án D là cụm từ "its correct use” tương đương với cụm “its part of speech” nên phương án D cần đổi thành động từ để tương đương về ngữ pháp với động từ “state” ở phía trước.
Sửa lỗi: indication => indicate
Dịch nghĩa: Các từ điển thường giải thích nguồn gôc của từ được định nghĩa, nêu chức năng ngôn ngữ của nó, và chỉ ra cách dung đúng của nó.
A. frequently (adv) = thường xuyên đứng trước động từ bổ nghĩa cho động từ
B. the origin (n) + of sth = nguồn gốc của điều gì
C. defined (adj) = được định nghĩa, đứng trước danh từ bổ nghĩa cho danh từ
Answer the questions:
What's your favourite idiom? Briefly explain the meaning of the idiom. Make a conversation using the idiom (Make sure it funny and provide a clear context)
Gợi ý:Đây không phải là bài để dịch
Ai nhanh tick nha,mới vào lớp chuyên 6 của Ams đã đuối ròi:(
I.Choose the answer and explain
1.Peter: “How do you do?” – Mary: “___________”
A.Yeah,OK B. Not too bad. C. How do you do? D. I’m well.Thank you
2.Lam: “Bye!”- Lan “_________.”
A.See you lately B. See you later C.Thank you D. Meet you again
3.John: “I’ve passed my final exam.”- Tom: “____________”
A.Good luck. B. It’s nice of you to say so. C.That’s a good idea. D.Congratulations!
4. “How often do you go to school ?” “…………………”
A. I go there early B. Every day except Sunday C. I do not think so D. I go there by bus
5.Peter: “I enjoy listening to pop music.”- Maria: “_________.”
A. I’m, too B. I don’t C. Neither do I D. So am I
6. Tom : “How did you get here ?” John: “………..”
A. Is it far from here ? B. I came here last night. C. The train is so crowded D. I came here by train.
7.Sue: “I love pop music.” – Alice: “____________.”
A. I do, too B.No, I won’t C.Yes, I like it D. Neither do I
8.Jack: “I’ve got to go, Sarah. So long.” – Sarah: “So long, Jack. And_____.”
A.be careful B.don’t hurry C. take care D.don’t take it seriously
9.Mary: “That’s a very nice skirt you’re wearing.”- Julia: “_________.”
A.That’s nice B. I like it C. That’s all right D. I’m glad you like it
10.David: “Happy Christmas!”- Jason: “____________”
A.You are the same! B. Same for you! C. The same to you! D. Happy Christmas with you!
14.A: “________?”- B: “Once a week.”
A. How often do you go shopping B. How much do you want C. Are you sure D. When will you get there
11. Mary: “I’ve got an interview for a job tomorrow.” – Peter: “____________.”
A. Thank you B. Same to me C. Good luck D. See you
12. A: “Thank you for the lovely present.” – B: “____________.”
A. Go ahead B. Not at all C. Come on D. I’m pleased you like it.
13. A: “____________ do they travel abroad?” – B: “Once a year.”
A. When B. How C. What time D. How often
14. Ann: “Do you think you’ll get the job?” – Mary: “____________.”
A. I know so B. Well, I hope so C. I think not D. Yes, that’s right
15. Mary : “Whose bicycle is that ?” Tom: “………..”
A. No, it is over there B. It’s Jane’s C.It’s just outside D. It’s Jane
16. A: “How’s life?” – B: “____________.”
A. Sure B. Not too bad, but very busy C. Very well, thank you D. Pleased to meet you
17. A: “Excuse me, what’s the time?” – B: “Sorry. I ____________.”
A. don’t see B. do not have a watch C. won’t know D. know
18. A: “____________” – B: “Certainly”
A. Welcome back! B. What are you doing there? C. I’m sorry I am late D. May I borrow a pencil , please?
19. A: “Are you hungry?” – B: “____________” A. Yes, I do B. Soon C. Right now D. Yes, a little
20. A: “Would you like some more tea?” – B: “____________”
A. Yes, please B. Here you are C. It doesn’t matter D. I’m OK
21. Hello, my name’s John. ____________ to meet you
A. Please B. I am very well C. Pleased D. Thank you
22. ____________? He’s OK now. A. What is he B. How is he C. How tall is he D. What’s he like
23. Peter: “Thanks a lot for your wonderful gift.” – Mary: “____________”
A. You are welcome B. Thank you C. Cheers D. Have a good day
24. Dona: “ What’s your name?” – Helen: “____________”
A. Really? B. Pardon? C. OK D. Forgive me
25. A: “I hope to see you again.” – B: “____________”
A. I hope so, too B. Good enough C. Thank you D. I realy enjoy meeting you, too.
26. A: “Let’s meet for a coffee tonight.” – B: “____________”
A. I hope not B. I’m afraid I can C. Yes, let’s D. Yes, thank you
27. A: “____________?” – B: “Yes. I want to send some flowers to my wife in Italy”
A. Do you like flowers B. What do you like C. Can you help me D. Can I help you.
28. A: “What’s ____________ , Peter?” You don’t look very happy.
A. matter B. problem C. the matter D. that
29. “ I’m afraid I can’t come to your birthday party this weekend!” – “……………………………”
A. What a shame ! B. What a pity ! C. Me too. D. What’s happened?
30. Alice: “ What shall we do this evening?” – Carol: “ ……………………………”
A. Let’s go out for dinner. B. Oh, that’s good! C. No problem D. I went out for dinner
31. Maria: “ I’m taking my driving test tomorrow.” – Sarah: “ ………………!”
A. Good chance B. Good time C.Good day D. Good luck
32. “………………………… do you go to the dentist’s?” - “ Twice a year.”
A. When B.Why C.How D. How often
33. Shop assistant: “ ……………” – Customer: “ I’m trying to find a Christmas present for my girl friend.”
A. What do you want? B. Pleased to meet you. C. How are you? D. Good morning, can I help you ?
34. “ Thanks for your help.” – “……………………………”
A. You are welcomed B. That’s all right C. Thank you, too D. The same to you
35. Helen: “ May I introduce you to Mary, Peter ?” – Peter: “ …………………………………?”
A. How are you, Mary? B. How do you do, Mary? C. Pleased to meet you, Mary D. B and C are correct
36. “ I need some ice. Can you get some from the fridge for me?” – “ …………………………………”
A. No, thanks B. Yes, please C. Certainly D. Yes, thank you
37. “ Let’s eat out tonight!” – “………………………”
A. Ok. Why not? B. Congratulations C. Good luck ! D. Yes, I will
38. “ Congratulation on your success!” – “ ……………………………”
A. Not at all B. Thank you C. All right D. The same to you
39. “ The room is too hot. ………………if I turn the fan on?” – “ No”
A. Do you mind B. Would you like C. Do you like D. Could you please
40. How………………was your holiday? – One week.
A. long B. big C. soon D. well
41. Brenda: “ Do you think it will rain?” – Carol: “ Oh! ……………………………”
A. I don’t hope B. I hope not C. I don’t hope so D. It’s hopeless
42. A: May I borrow your pen for a minute, please? – B:…………………………… .
A. Yes, certainly B. Yes, thank you C. No, thanks D. No, of course
43. A: How old are you, Mr.Bull? – B: ……………………………
A. I’m fine, thanks B. I’m OK C. Very well thanks and you?
D. What! I don’t like personal questions!
44. “ Goodbye. Have a nice weekend.” – “ Goodbye. ……………………… .”
A. Me too B. You’re welcome C. Not at all D. The same to you
45. Customer: “ Waiter! I’d like the menu, please.” – “……………………………”
A. But I don’t like B. Here are you,sir C. Here you are sir D. Yes, thank you
46. “ Would you like to go to the cinema with me tonight?” – “ Yes. …………… . Where can we meet?”
A. I would B. I will C. I’d love to D. I like
47. A: Have a cigarette. – B: ______________ . I am trying to stop.
A. No, thanks B. Thank you C. Not at all D. Come on
48. “ Can I carry the bag for you? It seems very heavy. ” – “ ____________ . I can manage.”
A. No, thanks B. Yes, please C. Sorry D. You are welcome
49. “ Why don’t you ask Helen for help? I think he is always ready.” – “ __________ .”
A. Yes, please B. I hope so C. I hope not D. That is a good idea
50. “How about having a drive to the countryside this weekend?” – “ ______________ ”
A. Not at all B. You are welcome C. No, thanks D. That’s a good idea
51. Anne: “Make yourself at home.” _ John: “___________”
A. Yes, Can I help you? B. Not at all. Don’t mention it
C. Thanks! Same to you D. That’s very kind. Thank you
52. Linda: “ Excuse me! Where’s the nearest police station?” – Maria: “ ____________ .”
A. It’s over there B. I’m afraid not C. Don’t worry D. Yes, I think so
53. Tom: “ How did you go to this city?” – John: “ _______________ .”
A. I came here by the coach B. I came here by train C. I came here last night D. I came here by foot
54. Hung: “ Thank you very much for a lovely party.” – Hoa: “ _____________ .”
A. Thanks B. Have a good day C. You are welcome D. Cheers
55. Laura: “ What a lovely house you have!” – Maria: “ ______________ .”
A. Of course not, it’s not costly B. Thank you. Hope you will drop in C. I think so D. No proble
I.Choose the answer and explain
1.Peter: “How do you do?” – Mary: “___________”
A.Yeah,OK B. Not too bad. C. How do you do? D. I’m well.Thank you
2.Lam: “Bye!”- Lan “_________.”
A.See you lately B. See you later C.Thank you D. Meet you again
3.John: “I’ve passed my final exam.”- Tom: “____________”
A.Good luck. B. It’s nice of you to say so. C.That’s a good idea. D.Congratulations!
4. “How often do you go to school ?” “…………………”
A. I go there early B. Every day except Sunday C. I do not think so D. I go there by bus
5.Peter: “I enjoy listening to pop music.”- Maria: “_________.”
A. I’m, too B. I don’t C. Neither do I D. So am I
6. Tom : “How did you get here ?” John: “………..”
A. Is it far from here ? B. I came here last night. C. The train is so crowded D. I came here by train.
7.Sue: “I love pop music.” – Alice: “____________.”
A. I do, too B.No, I won’t C.Yes, I like it D. Neither do I
8.Jack: “I’ve got to go, Sarah. So long.” – Sarah: “So long, Jack. And_____.”
A.be careful B.don’t hurry C. take care D.don’t take it seriously
9.Mary: “That’s a very nice skirt you’re wearing.”- Julia: “_________.”
A.That’s nice B. I like it C. That’s all right D. I’m glad you like it
10.David: “Happy Christmas!”- Jason: “____________”
A.You are the same! B. Same for you! C. The same to you! D. Happy Christmas with you!
14.A: “________?”- B: “Once a week.”
A. How often do you go shopping B. How much do you want C. Are you sure D. When will you get there
11. Mary: “I’ve got an interview for a job tomorrow.” – Peter: “____________.”
A. Thank you B. Same to me C. Good luck D. See you
12. A: “Thank you for the lovely present.” – B: “____________.”
A. Go ahead B. Not at all C. Come on D. I’m pleased you like it.
13. A: “____________ do they travel abroad?” – B: “Once a year.”
A. When B. How C. What time D. How often
14. Ann: “Do you think you’ll get the job?” – Mary: “____________.”
A. I know so B. Well, I hope so C. I think not D. Yes, that’s right
15. Mary : “Whose bicycle is that ?” Tom: “………..”
A. No, it is over there B. It’s Jane’s C.It’s just outside D. It’s Jane
16. A: “How’s life?” – B: “____________.”
A. Sure B. Not too bad, but very busy C. Very well, thank you D. Pleased to meet you
17. A: “Excuse me, what’s the time?” – B: “Sorry. I ____________.”
A. don’t see B. do not have a watch C. won’t know D. know
18. A: “____________” – B: “Certainly”
A. Welcome back! B. What are you doing there? C. I’m sorry I am late D. May I borrow a pencil , please?
19. A: “Are you hungry?” – B: “____________” A. Yes, I do B. Soon C. Right now D. Yes, a little
20. A: “Would you like some more tea?” – B: “____________”
A. Yes, please B. Here you are C. It doesn’t matter D. I’m OK
21. Hello, my name’s John. ____________ to meet you
A. Please B. I am very well C. Pleased D. Thank you
22. ____________? He’s OK now. A. What is he B. How is he C. How tall is he D. What’s he like
23. Peter: “Thanks a lot for your wonderful gift.” – Mary: “____________”
A. You are welcome B. Thank you C. Cheers D. Have a good day
24. Dona: “ What’s your name?” – Helen: “____________”
A. Really? B. Pardon? C. OK D. Forgive me
25. A: “I hope to see you again.” – B: “____________”
A. I hope so, too B. Good enough C. Thank you D. I realy enjoy meeting you, too.
26. A: “Let’s meet for a coffee tonight.” – B: “____________”
A. I hope not B. I’m afraid I can C. Yes, let’s D. Yes, thank you
27. A: “____________?” – B: “Yes. I want to send some flowers to my wife in Italy”
A. Do you like flowers B. What do you like C. Can you help me D. Can I help you.
28. A: “What’s ____________ , Peter?” You don’t look very happy.
A. matter B. problem C. the matter D. that
29. “ I’m afraid I can’t come to your birthday party this weekend!” – “……………………………”
A. What a shame ! B. What a pity ! C. Me too. D. What’s happened?
30. Alice: “ What shall we do this evening?” – Carol: “ ……………………………”
A. Let’s go out for dinner. B. Oh, that’s good! C. No problem D. I went out for dinner
31. Maria: “ I’m taking my driving test tomorrow.” – Sarah: “ ………………!”
A. Good chance B. Good time C.Good day D. Good luck
32. “………………………… do you go to the dentist’s?” - “ Twice a year.”
A. When B.Why C.How D. How often
33. Shop assistant: “ ……………” – Customer: “ I’m trying to find a Christmas present for my girl friend.”
A. What do you want? B. Pleased to meet you. C. How are you? D. Good morning, can I help you ?
34. “ Thanks for your help.” – “……………………………”
A. You are welcomed B. That’s all right C. Thank you, too D. The same to you
35. Helen: “ May I introduce you to Mary, Peter ?” – Peter: “ …………………………………?”
A. How are you, Mary? B. How do you do, Mary? C. Pleased to meet you, Mary D. B and C are correct
36. “ I need some ice. Can you get some from the fridge for me?” – “ …………………………………”
A. No, thanks B. Yes, please C. Certainly D. Yes, thank you
37. “ Let’s eat out tonight!” – “………………………”
A. Ok. Why not? B. Congratulations C. Good luck ! D. Yes, I will
38. “ Congratulation on your success!” – “ ……………………………”
A. Not at all B. Thank you C. All right D. The same to you
39. “ The room is too hot. ………………if I turn the fan on?” – “ No”
A. Do you mind B. Would you like C. Do you like D. Could you please
40. How………………was your holiday? – One week.
A. long B. big C. soon D. well
41. Brenda: “ Do you think it will rain?” – Carol: “ Oh! ……………………………”
A. I don’t hope B. I hope not C. I don’t hope so D. It’s hopeless
42. A: May I borrow your pen for a minute, please? – B:…………………………… .
A. Yes, certainly B. Yes, thank you C. No, thanks D. No, of course
43. A: How old are you, Mr.Bull? – B: ……………………………
A. I’m fine, thanks B. I’m OK C. Very well thanks and you?
D. What! I don’t like personal questions!
44. “ Goodbye. Have a nice weekend.” – “ Goodbye. ……………………… .”
A. Me too B. You’re welcome C. Not at all D. The same to you
45. Customer: “ Waiter! I’d like the menu, please.” – “……………………………”
A. But I don’t like B. Here are you,sir C. Here you are sir D. Yes, thank you
46. “ Would you like to go to the cinema with me tonight?” – “ Yes. …………… . Where can we meet?”
A. I would B. I will C. I’d love to D. I like
47. A: Have a cigarette. – B: ______________ . I am trying to stop.
A. No, thanks B. Thank you C. Not at all D. Come on
48. “ Can I carry the bag for you? It seems very heavy. ” – “ ____________ . I can manage.”
A. No, thanks B. Yes, please C. Sorry D. You are welcome
49. “ Why don’t you ask Helen for help? I think he is always ready.” – “ __________ .”
A. Yes, please B. I hope so C. I hope not D. That is a good idea
50. “How about having a drive to the countryside this weekend?” – “ ______________ ”
A. Not at all B. You are welcome C. No, thanks D. That’s a good idea
51. Anne: “Make yourself at home.” _ John: “___________”
A. Yes, Can I help you? B. Not at all. Don’t mention it
C. Thanks! Same to you D. That’s very kind. Thank you
52. Linda: “ Excuse me! Where’s the nearest police station?” – Maria: “ ____________ .”
A. It’s over there B. I’m afraid not C. Don’t worry D. Yes, I think so
53. Tom: “ How did you go to this city?” – John: “ _______________ .”
A. I came here by the coach B. I came here by train C. I came here last night D. I came here by foot
54. Hung: “ Thank you very much for a lovely party.” – Hoa: “ _____________ .”
A. Thanks B. Have a good day C. You are welcome D. Cheers
55. Laura: “ What a lovely house you have!” – Maria: “ ______________ .”
A. Of course not, it’s not costly B. Thank you. Hope you will drop in C. I think so D. No proble
Choose the right answer and explain why: She/ work/ this company/ nearly/ two years.
A. She has worked for this company for nearly two years.
B. She has worked for this company for nearly two years ago.
C. She worked for this company for nearly two years.
D. She has been worked for this company for nearly two years.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.
Dictionaries frequently (A) explain the origin (B) of the defined (C) word, state its part of speech, and indication (D) its correct use.
A. frequently
B. origin
C. defined
D. indication
Đáp án D.
Đổi indication (n) → indicate (v)
Để đảm bảo cấu trúc song song trong câu. Nói về chức năng của từ điển là: explain…state.. .and indicate...
* Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following questions.
Sacred texts and ceremonies can seem confusing with no one there to guide. Young people find an expert willing to explain their significance.
A. Although sacred texts and ceremonies can seem confusing with no one there to guide, young people are forced to find an expert willing to explain their significance.
B. Since sacred texts and ceremonies can seem confusing with no one there to guide, young people are supposed to find an expert willing to explain their significance.
C. For sacred texts and ceremonies can seem confusing with no one there to guide, young people might find an expert willing to explain their significance.
D. Because sacred texts and ceremonies can seem confusing with no one there to guide, so young people are willing to find an expert willing to explain their significance.
Chọn B Câu đề bài: Các văn bản và nghi lễ thiêng liêng có thể gây nhầm lẫn khi không ai ở đó để hướng dẫn. Những người trẻ tuổi tìm một chuyên gia sẵn sàng giải thích ý nghĩa của chúng.
Đáp án B: Vì các văn bản và nghi lễ thiêng liêng có thể gây nhầm lẫn với không ai ở đó để hướng dẫn, những người trẻ tuổi có nghĩa vụ phải tìm một chuyên gia sẵn sàng giải thích ý nghĩa của họ.
Các đáp án còn lại:
A: Mặc dù các văn bản và nghi lễ thiêng liêng có thể có vẻ khó hiểu khi không có ai hướng dẫn, những người trẻ tuổi buộc phải tìm một chuyên gia sẵn sàng giải thích ý nghĩa của họ.
C. Đối với các văn bản và nghi lễ thiêng liêng có thể gây nhầm lẫn với không ai ở đó để hướng dẫn, những người trẻ tuổi có thể tìm thấy một chuyên gia sẵn sàng giải thích ý nghĩa của họ.
D. Bởi vì các văn bản và nghi lễ thiêng liêng có thể gây nhầm lẫn với không ai ở đó để hướng dẫn, vì vậy những người trẻ sẵn sàng tìm một chuyên gia sẵn sàng giải thích ý nghĩa của họ.
To be supposed to do sth: nên/ có nhiệm vụ phải làm gì.
To be forced to do sth: bị bắt buộc phải làm gì.
To be willing to do sth: sẵn sàng làm gì.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following questions.
Sacred texts and ceremonies can seem confusing with no one there to guide. Young people find an expert willing to explain their significance
A. Although sacred texts and ceremonies can seem confusing with no one there to guide, young people are forced to find an expert willing to explain their significance.
B. Since sacred texts and ceremonies can seem confusing with no one there to guide, young people are supposed to find an expert willing to explain their significance.
C. For sacred texts and ceremonies can seem confusing with no one there to guide, young people might find an expert willing to explain their significance.
D. Because sacred texts and ceremonies can seem confusing with no one there to guide, so young people are willing to find an expert willing to explain their significance.
Chọn B
Câu đề bài: Các văn bản và nghi lễ thiêng liêng có thể gây nhầm lẫn khi không ai ở đó để hướng dẫn. Những người trẻ tuổi tìm một chuyên gia sẵn sàng giải thích ý nghĩa của chúng.
Đáp án B: Vì các văn bản và nghi lễ thiêng liêng có thể gây nhầm lẫn với không ai ở đó để hướng dẫn, những người trẻ tuổi có nghĩa vụ phải tìm một chuyên gia sẵn sàng giải thích ý nghĩa của họ.
Các đáp án còn lại:
A: Mặc dù các văn bản và nghi lễ thiêng liêng có thể có vẻ khó hiểu khi không có ai hướng dẫn, những người trẻ tuổi buộc phải tìm một chuyên gia sẵn sàng giải thích ý nghĩa của họ.
C. Đối với các văn bản và nghi lễ thiêng liêng có thể gây nhầm lẫn với không ai ở đó để hướng dẫn, những người trẻ tuổi có thể tìm thấy một chuyên gia sẵn sàng giải thích ý nghĩa của họ.
D. Bởi vì các văn bản và nghi lễ thiêng liêng có thể gây nhầm lẫn với không ai ở đó để hướng dẫn, vì vậy những người trẻ sẵn sàng tìm một chuyên gia sẵn sàng giải thích ý nghĩa của họ.
To be supposed to do sth: nên/ có nhiệm vụ phải làm gì.
To be forced to do sth: bị bắt buộc phải làm gì.
To be willing to do sth: sẵn sàng làm gì.