Choose the best options to answer the following questions.

It took hundreds of thousands of years for the world population to grow to 1 billion. However, in just another two centuries, it grew sevenfold. You know, in 2011, the total population of the world reached 7 billion. And today, it's about 7.5 billion. Tokyo, with 37.8 million residents, continues to be the largest city in the world in terms of population.

Advances in modern medicine are the main cause of this dramatic growth in the world population. It helps the birth rates increase and the death rates decline. The second contributor is the improvement in living standards. This leads to the rise of global lifespan, from 64.8 years in the early 1990s to 70.0 years today. Last but not least, the number of women of reproductive age is increasing day by day.

However, the rapid population growth can lead to the shortage in medical and educational facilities and services. The population grows fast so the demand for energy also increases. Therefore, energy shortages are also a big problem. In addition, air, water and land pollution caused by growing population in big cities has bad effects on people's health.

What is the cause of the world population growth?

A. Advances in modern medicine

B. The improvement in living standards

C. The increasing number of women of reproductive age

D. All are correct.

II. Read the following passage, choose the best answer for each question followed.

Since the world has become industrialized, there has been an increase in the number of animal species that have either become extinct or have neared extinction. Bengal tiger, for instance, which once roamed the jungles in vast number, now only about 2,300 and by the year 2025, their population is estimated to be down to zero. What is alarming about the case of the Bengal tiger is that this extinction will have been caused almost entirely by poachers who according to some sources, are not interested in material gain but in personal gratification. This is an example of the callousness that is part of what is causing the problem of extinction. Animals like Bengal tigers as well as other endangered species are a valuable part of the world’s ecosystem. International laws protecting these animals must be enacted to ensure their survival and the survival of our planet.

Countries around the world have begun to deal with the problem in various ways. Some countries, in order to circumvent the problem, have allocated large amounts of land to animal reserves. They then charge admission to help defray the costs of maintaining the parks and they often must also depend on world organizations for support. With the money they get, they can invest in equipment, and patrols to protect the animals. Another solution that is an attempt to stem the tide of animal extinction is an international boycott of products made from endangered species. This seems fairly effective but it will not, by itself, prevent animals from being hunted and killed.

1. What is the main topic of the passage?

A. the Bengal tiger                B. international boycotts

C. endangered species        D. problems with industrialization

2. Which of the following is closest in meaning to the word “alarming” in paragraph 1?

A. dangerous           B. serious           C. gripping        D. distressing

3. Which of the following could best replace the word “case” as used in paragraph 1?

A. act         B. situation            C. contrast            D. trade

4. The word “poachers” as used in paragraph 1 could be best replaced by which of the following?

A. illegal hunters                     B. enterprising researchers

C. concerned scientists           D. trained hunters

5. The word “callousness” in paragraph 1 could best be replaced by which of the following?

A. indirectness      B. independence     C. incompetence        D. insensitivity

6. The above passage is divided into two paragraphs in order to contrast

A. a problem and a solution             B. a statement and an illustration

C. a comparison and a contrast       D. specific and general information

7. What does the word “this” refer to in paragraph 1?

A. endangered species that are increasing

B. Bengal tigers that are decreasing

C. poachers who seek personal gratification

D. sources that may not be accurate

8. Which of the following could best replace the word “allocated’’ in paragraph 2?

A. set aside      B. combined        C. organized           D. taken off

9. The word “defray” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to which of the following?

A. lower                                     B. raise

C. make a payment on              D. make an investment toward

10. The author uses the phrase “stem the tide” in paragraph 2 to mean

A. touch             B. stop             C. tax           D. save

11. Which of the following best describes the author’s attitude?

A. forgiving                B. concerned         C. vindictive         D. surprised

II. Read the following passage, choose the best answer for each question followed.

      Since the world has become industrialized, there has been an increase in the number of animal species that have either become extinct or have neared extinction. Bengal tiger, for instance, which once roamed the jungles in vast number, now only about 2,300 and by the year 2025, their population is estimated to be down to zero. What is alarming about the case of the Bengal tiger is that this extinction will have been caused almost entirely by poachers who according to some sources, are not interested in material gain but in personal gratification. This is an example of the callousness that is part of what is causing the problem of extinction. Animals like Bengal tigers as well as other endangered species are a valuable part of the world’s ecosystem. International laws protecting these animals must be enacted to ensure their survival and the survival of our planet.

      Countries around the world have begun to deal with the problem in various ways. Some countries, in order to circumvent the problem, have allocated large amounts of land to animal reserves. They then charge admission to help defray the costs of maintaining the parks and they often must also depend on world organizations for support. With the money they get, they can invest in equipment, and patrols to protect the animals. Another solution that is an attempt to stem the tide of animal extinction is an international boycott of products made from endangered species. This seems fairly effective but it will not, by itself, prevent animals from being hunted and killed.

1.   What is the main topic of the passage?

      A. the Bengal tiger                                         B. international boycotts

      C. endangered species                                   D. problems with industrialization

2.   Which of the following is closest in meaning to the word “alarming” in paragraph 1?

      A. dangerous              B. serious                    C. gripping                  D. distressing

3.   Which of the following could best replace the word “case” as used in paragraph 1?

      A. act                           B. situation                 C. contrast                  D. trade

4.   The word “poachers” as used in paragraph 1 could be best replaced by which of the following?

      A. illegal hunters                                            B. enterprising researchers

      C. concerned scientists                                  D. trained hunters

5.   The word “callousness” in paragraph 1 could best be replaced by which of the following?

      A. indirectness           B. independence        C. incompetence        D. insensitivity

6.   The above passage is divided into two paragraphs in order to contrast

      A. a problem and a solution                         B. a statement and an illustration

      C. a comparison and a contrast                    D. specific and general information

7.   What does the word “this” refer to in paragraph 1?

      A. endangered species that are increasing

      B. Bengal tigers that are decreasing

      C. poachers who seek personal gratification

      D. sources that may not be accurate

8.   Which of the following could best replace the word “allocated’’ in paragraph 2?

      A. set aside                 B. combined               C. organized               D. taken off

9.   The word “defray” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to which of the following?

      A. lower                                                          B. raise

      C. make a payment on                                   D. make an investment toward

10. The author uses the phrase “stem the tide” in paragraph       2 to mean

      A. touch                      B. stop                        C. tax                           D. save

11. Which of the following best describes the author’s attitude?

      A. forgiving                 B. concerned              C. vindictive                D. Surprised

Choose the best options to answer the following questions.

It took hundreds of thousands of years for the world population to grow to 1 billion. However, in just another two centuries, it grew sevenfold. You know, in 2011, the total population of the world reached 7 billion. And today, it's about 7.5 billion. Tokyo, with 37.8 million residents, continues to be the largest city in the world in terms of population.

Advances in modern medicine are the main cause of this dramatic growth in the world population. It helps the birth rates increase and the death rates decline. The second contributor is the improvement in living standards. This leads to the rise of global lifespan, from 64.8 years in the early 1990s to 70.0 years today. Last but not least, the number of women of reproductive age is increasing day by day.

However, the rapid population growth can lead to the shortage in medical and educational facilities and services. The population grows fast so the demand for energy also increases. Therefore, energy shortages are also a big problem. In addition, air, water and land pollution caused by growing population in big cities has bad effects on people's health.

How many people were there in the world in 2011?

A. 1 billion

B. 7 billion

C. 7.5 billion

D. 37.8 million

Choose the best options to answer the following questions.

It took hundreds of thousands of years for the world population to grow to 1 billion. However, in just another two centuries, it grew sevenfold. You know, in 2011, the total population of the world reached 7 billion. And today, it's about 7.5 billion. Tokyo, with 37.8 million residents, continues to be the largest city in the world in terms of population.

Advances in modern medicine are the main cause of this dramatic growth in the world population. It helps the birth rates increase and the death rates decline. The second contributor is the improvement in living standards. This leads to the rise of global lifespan, from 64.8 years in the early 1990s to 70.0 years today. Last but not least, the number of women of reproductive age is increasing day by day.

However, the rapid population growth can lead to the shortage in medical and educational facilities and services. The population grows fast so the demand for energy also increases. Therefore, energy shortages are also a big problem. In addition, air, water and land pollution caused by growing population in big cities has bad effects on people's health.

What is the reason for people's health problems?

A. Air, water and land pollution in big cities

B. Increasing demand for energy

C. Energy shortages

D. None are correct.

Choose the best options to answer the following questions.

It took hundreds of thousands of years for the world population to grow to 1 billion. However, in just another two centuries, it grew sevenfold. You know, in 2011, the total population of the world reached 7 billion. And today, it's about 7.5 billion. Tokyo, with 37.8 million residents, continues to be the largest city in the world in terms of population.

Advances in modern medicine are the main cause of this dramatic growth in the world population. It helps the birth rates increase and the death rates decline. The second contributor is the improvement in living standards. This leads to the rise of global lifespan, from 64.8 years in the early 1990s to 70.0 years today. Last but not least, the number of women of reproductive age is increasing day by day.

However, the rapid population growth can lead to the shortage in medical and educational facilities and services. The population grows fast so the demand for energy also increases. Therefore, energy shortages are also a big problem. In addition, air, water and land pollution caused by growing population in big cities has bad effects on people's health.

What is the problem that people face today according to the text?

A. Lack of medical facilities and services

B. An increase in energy

C. Traffic jams

D. All are correct.

Choose the best options to answer the following questions.

It took hundreds of thousands of years for the world population to grow to 1 billion. However, in just another two centuries, it grew sevenfold. You know, in 2011, the total population of the world reached 7 billion. And today, it's about 7.5 billion. Tokyo, with 37.8 million residents, continues to be the largest city in the world in terms of population.

Advances in modern medicine are the main cause of this dramatic growth in the world population. It helps the birth rates increase and the death rates decline. The second contributor is the improvement in living standards. This leads to the rise of global lifespan, from 64.8 years in the early 1990s to 70.0 years today. Last but not least, the number of women of reproductive age is increasing day by day.

However, the rapid population growth can lead to the shortage in medical and educational facilities and services. The population grows fast so the demand for energy also increases. Therefore, energy shortages are also a big problem. In addition, air, water and land pollution caused by growing population in big cities has bad effects on people's health.

What is True about Tokyo?

A. It has the largest population in the world.

B. Its population is 37.8 million.

C. Both A and B are correct.

D. None are correct.

II. Read the text and choose the correct answer A, B, C or D for each of the gaps.

Native American Indian groups in North America lived (31) ___________ different cultural regions, each of which developed its own customs and traditions. A custom is the specific way in which (32) ___________ group of people does something. This can include how foods are prepared, what clothing is worn, the kinds of celebrations and much more. The set of customs developed and (33) ___________ by a culture over time is a tradition.

A culture’s customs are often determined by the natural resources found in their environment. In the Desert Southwest region, cloth weaving develop (34) ___________ a custom. The area has fewer large animals whose skins can be used for making clothing or blankets. Cloth weaving was a way (35) ___________ meeting the need for clothing without using animal skins. In the Eastern Woodlands area, however, hunting and fishing were daily activities. Since it was easy to get animal skins, developing skills like weaving were less important.

Question 31. A. in                    B. a                                    C. on                                 D. of

Question 32. A. the                  B. an                                  C. a                                   D. all

Question 33. A. to share          B. sharing                          C. share                             D. shared

Question 34. A. as                   B. for                                 C. by                                 D. in

Question 35. A. by                   B. of                                  C. to                                  D. as

E - WRITING

Rearrange the following words to make a meaningful sentence.

Question 36. people / Kinh / in / together / lived / a harmony / the village / under.

=> _______________________________________________________ .

Question 37. villages / the / are / by / surrounded / bamboo groves.

=> _______________________________________________________ .

Question 38. considered / the husband / is / the family / of / the head.

=> _______________________________________________________ .

Question 39. to / went / live / the bride / with / husband’s / her / family.

=> _______________________________________________________ .

Question 40. my / grandfather / water pipes / smoking / enjoys / drinking / tea / and.

=> _______________________________________________________ .