I. Choose the best answer to complete the sentence.

1. Nowadays, Vietnamese women often wear ao dai special occasions.

b. at a. in c. on d. by

2. Don't forget to brush your teethyou go to bed

a. before b. after c. until d.up to

3. We all wish him_ when he decided to enter the contest.

a. congratulation b. good luck c. a happy day d. enjoy himself 84

I. Choose the option that best completes each of the following sentences.

1. Do you have these trousers in……. ?

A. medium size                B. medium                        C. extra medium

2. Simon wants to buy…….  jeans.

A. small dark blue               B. dark small blue                   C. dark blue small

3. There is a long queue of …….. waiting to pay for their goods.

A. guests                             B. customers                           C. users

4. The generous customer left a big ……. for the waiter.

A. order                              B. charge                               C. tip

5. Waiter: Can I get you anything for dessert?
Customer:….. , please.

A. Two hamburgers          B. A sandwich                        C. One ice cream

6. Sorry, Sir. We’re ….  orange juice. Would you like anything else?

A. off                                B. out of                                 C. out from

7. Sam: I need some aspirins.
Sue: Well, the …….. is just over there.

A. post office                   B. bookstore                          C. pharmacy

8. Pad Thai is a noodle dish …… with chicken or seafood.

A. make                           B. made                                 C. making

9. Pho, the traditional Vietnamse dish, is often served with a lot of fresh…….  .

A. fish sauce                   B. beef                                   C. herbs

10. I hope the shop will have more sizes …… you can have one in your size.

A. because                     B. but                                      C. so

11. Tim tried…….  a new pair of shoes.

A. out                    B. on                              C. in

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 61 to 65.

The Origin of Jeans

In 1853, the California gold rush was in full swing and everyday items were in short supply. Levi Srrauss, a 24-year-old German immigrant, left New York for San Francisco with a small supply of dry goods with the intention of opening a branch of his brother’s New York dry goods business. Shortly after his arrival, a prospector wanted to know what Mr. Strauss was selling. When Strauss told him he had rough canvas cloth to use for tents and wagon covers, the prospector said, “You should have brought trousers!”, because he couldn’t find a pair of trousers strong enough to last.

Levi Strauss had the canvas made into work trousers. Miners liked the trousers, but complained that the fabric was not very comfortable and tended to chafe. Levi Strauss substituted the canvas with a twilled cotton cloth from France called “serge de Nimes.” The fabric later became known as denim and the trousers were nicknamed blue jeans. Then Levi Strauss and Nevada tailor David Jacobs co-patented the process of putting small metal rivets in places such as the sides of the pockets that needed extra strength. On May 20, 1873, they received U.S. Patent No. 139.121 This date is now considered the official birthday of“blue jeans”

But why were they called blue jeans? Denim is unique in its singular connection with one color. It is made from thread that is traditionally dyed with the blue pigment obtained from indigo dye. Indigo was linked with practical fabrics and work clothing. The durability of indigo as a color and its darkness of tone made it a good choice when frequent washing was not possible.

Where did the word “denim” come from?

A. the name of a French fabric.

B. the indigo color

C. David Jacobs, the tailor, thought of it

D. Levi Strauss invented it

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 61 to 65.

The Origin of Jeans

In 1853, the California gold rush was in full swing and everyday items were in short supply. Levi Srrauss, a 24-year-old German immigrant, left New York for San Francisco with a small supply of dry goods with the intention of opening a branch of his brother’s New York dry goods business. Shortly after his arrival, a prospector wanted to know what Mr. Strauss was selling. When Strauss told him he had rough canvas cloth to use for tents and wagon covers, the prospector said, “You should have brought trousers!”, because he couldn’t find a pair of trousers strong enough to last.

Levi Strauss had the canvas made into work trousers. Miners liked the trousers, but complained that the fabric was not very comfortable and tended to chafe. Levi Strauss substituted the canvas with a twilled cotton cloth from France called “serge de Nimes.” The fabric later became known as denim and the trousers were nicknamed blue jeans. Then Levi Strauss and Nevada tailor David Jacobs co-patented the process of putting small metal rivets in places such as the sides of the pockets that needed extra strength. On May 20, 1873, they received U.S. Patent No. 139.121 This date is now considered the official birthday of“blue jeans”

But why were they called blue jeans? Denim is unique in its singular connection with one color. It is made from thread that is traditionally dyed with the blue pigment obtained from indigo dye. Indigo was linked with practical fabrics and work clothing. The durability of indigo as a color and its darkness of tone made it a good choice when frequent washing was not possible.

Which best describes indigo dye?

A.  A long lasting, practical color that did not show dirt.

B. A color used on all kinds of fabric to make the fabric stronger.

C.  A very rare and desirable color that was difficult to create.

D.  An affordable dark color that was only used by poor people.

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 61 to 65.

The Origin of Jeans

In 1853, the California gold rush was in full swing and everyday items were in short supply. Levi Srrauss, a 24-year-old German immigrant, left New York for San Francisco with a small supply of dry goods with the intention of opening a branch of his brother’s New York dry goods business. Shortly after his arrival, a prospector wanted to know what Mr. Strauss was selling. When Strauss told him he had rough canvas cloth to use for tents and wagon covers, the prospector said, “You should have brought trousers!”, because he couldn’t find a pair of trousers strong enough to last.

Levi Strauss had the canvas made into work trousers. Miners liked the trousers, but complained that the fabric was not very comfortable and tended to chafe. Levi Strauss substituted the canvas with a twilled cotton cloth from France called “serge de Nimes.” The fabric later became known as denim and the trousers were nicknamed blue jeans. Then Levi Strauss and Nevada tailor David Jacobs co-patented the process of putting small metal rivets in places such as the sides of the pockets that needed extra strength. On May 20, 1873, they received U.S. Patent No. 139.121 This date is now considered the official birthday of“blue jeans”

But why were they called blue jeans? Denim is unique in its singular connection with one color. It is made from thread that is traditionally dyed with the blue pigment obtained from indigo dye. Indigo was linked with practical fabrics and work clothing. The durability of indigo as a color and its darkness of tone made it a good choice when frequent washing was not possible.

What is the purpose to this text?

A. to sell a product

B. to solve a problem

C. to argue a point

D. to inform

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 61 to 65.

The Origin of Jeans

In 1853, the California gold rush was in full swing and everyday items were in short supply. Levi Srrauss, a 24-year-old German immigrant, left New York for San Francisco with a small supply of dry goods with the intention of opening a branch of his brother’s New York dry goods business. Shortly after his arrival, a prospector wanted to know what Mr. Strauss was selling. When Strauss told him he had rough canvas cloth to use for tents and wagon covers, the prospector said, “You should have brought trousers!”, because he couldn’t find a pair of trousers strong enough to last.

Levi Strauss had the canvas made into work trousers. Miners liked the trousers, but complained that the fabric was not very comfortable and tended to chafe. Levi Strauss substituted the canvas with a twilled cotton cloth from France called “serge de Nimes.” The fabric later became known as denim and the trousers were nicknamed blue jeans. Then Levi Strauss and Nevada tailor David Jacobs co-patented the process of putting small metal rivets in places such as the sides of the pockets that needed extra strength. On May 20, 1873, they received U.S. Patent No. 139.121 This date is now considered the official birthday of“blue jeans”

But why were they called blue jeans? Denim is unique in its singular connection with one color. It is made from thread that is traditionally dyed with the blue pigment obtained from indigo dye. Indigo was linked with practical fabrics and work clothing. The durability of indigo as a color and its darkness of tone made it a good choice when frequent washing was not possible.

What problem did the prospectors have?

A. There were no trousers in California.

B. They did not like Levi’s product

C. Their clothes were not stylish.

D. Their clothes wore out quickly.

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 61 to 65.

The Origin of Jeans

In 1853, the California gold rush was in full swing and everyday items were in short supply. Levi Srrauss, a 24-year-old German immigrant, left New York for San Francisco with a small supply of dry goods with the intention of opening a branch of his brother’s New York dry goods business. Shortly after his arrival, a prospector wanted to know what Mr. Strauss was selling. When Strauss told him he had rough canvas cloth to use for tents and wagon covers, the prospector said, “You should have brought trousers!”, because he couldn’t find a pair of trousers strong enough to last.

Levi Strauss had the canvas made into work trousers. Miners liked the trousers, but complained that the fabric was not very comfortable and tended to chafe. Levi Strauss substituted the canvas with a twilled cotton cloth from France called “serge de Nimes.” The fabric later became known as denim and the trousers were nicknamed blue jeans. Then Levi Strauss and Nevada tailor David Jacobs co-patented the process of putting small metal rivets in places such as the sides of the pockets that needed extra strength. On May 20, 1873, they received U.S. Patent No. 139.121 This date is now considered the official birthday of“blue jeans”

But why were they called blue jeans? Denim is unique in its singular connection with one color. It is made from thread that is traditionally dyed with the blue pigment obtained from indigo dye. Indigo was linked with practical fabrics and work clothing. The durability of indigo as a color and its darkness of tone made it a good choice when frequent washing was not possible.

What was Levi Strauss ’job?

A. He was a clothes designer.

B. He was a prospector.

C. He was selling textiles and clothing.

D. He was selling tools for gold mining.

Ex4. Choose the option that best completes each sentence.

1. The sick mother felt as though she _____ on the verge of dying.

A. has been B. had been C. were D. was

2. It is crucial that a cure for AIDS _____ as soon as possible.

A. be found B. to be found C. is found D. will be found

3. She spent money as if she always _____ plenty of it.

A. have B. had C. had had D. should have

4. She talks too much but I wish she _____.

A. didn't B. doesn't C. won't D. wouldn't

5. I suggest that the doctor _____ up his mind without delay.

A. makes B. make C. made D. is to make

6. The clients demanded that the doctor's office _____ earlier.

A. opening B. opened C. open D. to open

7. This poor old man wishes he _____.

A. wasn't born B. has never been born

C. had never been born D. would never be born

8. It’s high time something _____ to solve the traffic problems.

A. to do B. be done C. was done D. to be done

9. Is it necessary that he _____ a certificate in English?

A. will get B. gets C. get D. would get

10. Her father would rather she _____ more effort into her study.

A. would put B. puts C. has to put D. put

11. The director requests that all packages _____ at the central office.

A. to mail B. be mailed C. to be mailed D. mailing

12. It is our wish that she _____ in her life.

A. succeeds B. succeed C. succeeded D. will succeed

13. If only I _____ last night.

A. didn’t oversleep B. hadn’t overslept

C. not overslept D. wouldn’t oversleep

14. It is cold now. The homeless child wishes he _____ in a cozy family.

A. has been B. will be C. were D. is

15. The King ordered that Gulliver _____ set free.

A. be B. is C. will be D. would be

16. He always behaves as if he _____ my boss.

A. is B. were C. be D. was

17. I wish my daughter _____ better now.

A. would be B. was C. be D. were

18. It is advisable that she _____ care of her mother.

A. to take B. takes C. take D. took

19. I demand that I _____ to retake the exam.

A. be allowed B. am allowed C. were allowed D. will be allowed

20. Local residents propose that the new highway _____ through the park.

is not built B. not built C not be built D. not to be built

Ex5. Choose the option that best completes each sentence.

1. "What is your opinion about Bob's condition?"

"I recommend _____ as much as possible."

A. him to rest B. him rest C. that he rests D. that he rest

2. "Please take this seat." - "No, I insist on _____."

A. you to take it B. you take it

C. your taking it D. that you take it

3. "The telephone company is threatening to cut off our service."

"It's urgent _____ the bill immediately."

A. that we pay B. us to pay C. us paying D. that we have to pay

4. "Why does Ted need a tutor?"

"Because it's important _____ on this exam next month."

A. that he do well B. he well does

C. for him do well D. that he will do well

5. "Where's Jim?"

"He was making so much noise that I requested _____.

A. him leave B. that he left C. that he leave D. that he leaves

6. "What did the doctor tell Mrs. Murray about her health?"

"He recommended _____ less."

A. that she worked B. that she work

C. her work D. that she working

7. "Should I tell Mr. Forbes about the broken window?"

"It's necessary _____ before it rains."

A. he knows B. he know C. his knowing D. that he knows

8. "What did the school officials tell Nick?"

"They insisted _____ a haircut."

A. that he got B. that he gets C. that he get D. him to get

9. "Who do you think should work on the construction project?"

"I recommend _____ the consultant."

A. for Victoria be B. that Victoria be

C. that Victoria is D. Victoria being

10. "Should I begin typing these letters?"

"I suggest you _____ the bookkeeping first."

A. finished B. to finish C. finish D. will finish

IV.  Choose the one option (A, B, C or D) that best completes the passage.

            Electronic games are software programs played for entertainment or ____(1)____purposes. There are two broad kinds of electronic games: video games, which are designed for specific video- game systems, handheld devices, and coin-operated arcade consoles: and ____(2)___ games, which are played on personal computers. While video – game systems are used only ____(3)____gaming, games are only one of the many uses for computers.

            In computer games, players can use a ____(4)____to type in commends or a mouse to move a cursor around the screen, and sometimes they use both. Computer games were born in the mid-1970s, when computer scientists started to create text adventure games to be played over ____(5)____ of computers at universities and research institutions.

1. A. education         B. educational          C. educationally       D. educate

2. A. internet             B. e-mail                  C. on-line                   D. computer

3. A. for                      B. to                          C. of                            D. with

4. A. monitor             B. printer                  C. keyboard               D. network

5. A. websites            B. networks               C. forums                   D. response