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

Three mile island nuclear power plant

America’s worst accident at a civilian nuclear power plant occurred on March 28, 1979, at Three Mile Island. Operators were trying to repair a problem with piping in the water circulation system, and they accidentally blocked the flow of water. This stopped the removal of heat from the reactor, and began a series of events that would change the way America thought about nuclear power.

Within ten seconds after the flow of water was blocked, the reactor vessel became hotter and the pressure rose. Safety control rods were automatically thrust down into the reactor, causing the chain reaction to stop completely. Pressure, however, continued to build. A relief valve opened but failed to close. As a result, too much water escaped, and the reactor began to melt down.

[1] Large quantities of radioactivity began to leak from the reactor. [2] Most of the radioactivity was contained, and it is likely that no one received a harmful amount of radiation. [3] “Three Mile Island” became the reason that many Americans are afraid of nuclear power to this day. [4]

According to the passage, how was the chain reaction stopped at Three Mile Island?

A.  By a built-in safety device

B.  By the plant operators

C. By the loss of fuel

D. By water flooding the plant

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

Three mile island nuclear power plant

America’s worst accident at a civilian nuclear power plant occurred on March 28, 1979, at Three Mile Island. Operators were trying to repair a problem with piping in the water circulation system, and they accidentally blocked the flow of water. This stopped the removal of heat from the reactor, and began a series of events that would change the way America thought about nuclear power.

Within ten seconds after the flow of water was blocked, the reactor vessel became hotter and the pressure rose. Safety control rods were automatically thrust down into the reactor, causing the chain reaction to stop completely. Pressure, however, continued to build. A relief valve opened but failed to close. As a result, too much water escaped, and the reactor began to melt down.

[1] Large quantities of radioactivity began to leak from the reactor. [2] Most of the radioactivity was contained, and it is likely that no one received a harmful amount of radiation. [3] “Three Mile Island” became the reason that many Americans are afraid of nuclear power to this day. [4]

Where did the first problem occur at Three Mile Island?

A. In the control rods

B.  In the reactor vessel

C. In the water circulation system

D. In the reactor’s core

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

Three mile island nuclear power plant

America’s worst accident at a civilian nuclear power plant occurred on March 28, 1979, at Three Mile Island. Operators were trying to repair a problem with piping in the water circulation system, and they accidentally blocked the flow of water. This stopped the removal of heat from the reactor, and began a series of events that would change the way America thought about nuclear power.

Within ten seconds after the flow of water was blocked, the reactor vessel became hotter and the pressure rose. Safety control rods were automatically thrust down into the reactor, causing the chain reaction to stop completely. Pressure, however, continued to build. A relief valve opened but failed to close. As a result, too much water escaped, and the reactor began to melt down.

[1] Large quantities of radioactivity began to leak from the reactor. [2] Most of the radioactivity was contained, and it is likely that no one received a harmful amount of radiation. [3] “Three Mile Island” became the reason that many Americans are afraid of nuclear power to this day. [4]

What is the most likely reason why many Americans are still afraid of nuclear island?

A. They have heard about many accidents like the one at Three Mile Island.

B. They were at Three Mile Island

C. They believe that a situation like Three Mile Island could happen again

D. Nuclear power plants are always dangerous.

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

Three mile island nuclear power plant

America’s worst accident at a civilian nuclear power plant occurred on March 28, 1979, at Three Mile Island. Operators were trying to repair a problem with piping in the water circulation system, and they accidentally blocked the flow of water. This stopped the removal of heat from the reactor, and began a series of events that would change the way America thought about nuclear power.

Within ten seconds after the flow of water was blocked, the reactor vessel became hotter and the pressure rose. Safety control rods were automatically thrust down into the reactor, causing the chain reaction to stop completely. Pressure, however, continued to build. A relief valve opened but failed to close. As a result, too much water escaped, and the reactor began to melt down.

[1] Large quantities of radioactivity began to leak from the reactor. [2] Most of the radioactivity was contained, and it is likely that no one received a harmful amount of radiation. [3] “Three Mile Island” became the reason that many Americans are afraid of nuclear power to this day. [4]

The word “thrust” in the passage is closest in meaning to

A. Carried

B. Repaired

C. Pushed

D. Removed

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

Three mile island nuclear power plant

America’s worst accident at a civilian nuclear power plant occurred on March 28, 1979, at Three Mile Island. Operators were trying to repair a problem with piping in the water circulation system, and they accidentally blocked the flow of water. This stopped the removal of heat from the reactor, and began a series of events that would change the way America thought about nuclear power.

Within ten seconds after the flow of water was blocked, the reactor vessel became hotter and the pressure rose. Safety control rods were automatically thrust down into the reactor, causing the chain reaction to stop completely. Pressure, however, continued to build. A relief valve opened but failed to close. As a result, too much water escaped, and the reactor began to melt down.

[1] Large quantities of radioactivity began to leak from the reactor. [2] Most of the radioactivity was contained, and it is likely that no one received a harmful amount of radiation. [3] “Three Mile Island” became the reason that many Americans are afraid of nuclear power to this day. [4]

The word „this” in the passage refers to__________

A. Water

B. The circulation system

C. Repairing the piping

D.  Blocking the flow of water

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

Three mile island nuclear power plant

America’s worst accident at a civilian nuclear power plant occurred on March 28, 1979, at Three Mile Island. Operators were trying to repair a problem with piping in the water circulation system, and they accidentally blocked the flow of water. This stopped the removal of heat from the reactor, and began a series of events that would change the way America thought about nuclear power.

Within ten seconds after the flow of water was blocked, the reactor vessel became hotter and the pressure rose. Safety control rods were automatically thrust down into the reactor, causing the chain reaction to stop completely. Pressure, however, continued to build. A relief valve opened but failed to close. As a result, too much water escaped, and the reactor began to melt down.

[1] Large quantities of radioactivity began to leak from the reactor. [2] Most of the radioactivity was contained, and it is likely that no one received a harmful amount of radiation. [3] “Three Mile Island” became the reason that many Americans are afraid of nuclear power to this day. [4]

Which is the best place for the following sentence?

“ Even so, this disaster stayed in the minds of many Americans.”

A. [1]

B. [2]

C. [3]

D. [4]

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

Three mile island nuclear power plant

America’s worst accident at a civilian nuclear power plant occurred on March 28, 1979, at Three Mile Island. Operators were trying to repair a problem with piping in the water circulation system, and they accidentally blocked the flow of water. This stopped the removal of heat from the reactor, and began a series of events that would change the way America thought about nuclear power.

Within ten seconds after the flow of water was blocked, the reactor vessel became hotter and the pressure rose. Safety control rods were automatically thrust down into the reactor, causing the chain reaction to stop completely. Pressure, however, continued to build. A relief valve opened but failed to close. As a result, too much water escaped, and the reactor began to melt down.

[1] Large quantities of radioactivity began to leak from the reactor. [2] Most of the radioactivity was contained, and it is likely that no one received a harmful amount of radiation. [3] “Three Mile Island” became the reason that many Americans are afraid of nuclear power to this day. [4]

The word “contained” in the text is closest in meaning to

A. Kept inside

B. Cleaned up

C. Escaped from

D. Kept out

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

Three mile island nuclear power plant

America’s worst accident at a civilian nuclear power plant occurred on March 28, 1979, at Three Mile Island. Operators were trying to repair a problem with piping in the water circulation system, and they accidentally blocked the flow of water. This stopped the removal of heat from the reactor, and began a series of events that would change the way America thought about nuclear power.

Within ten seconds after the flow of water was blocked, the reactor vessel became hotter and the pressure rose. Safety control rods were automatically thrust down into the reactor, causing the chain reaction to stop completely. Pressure, however, continued to build. A relief valve opened but failed to close. As a result, too much water escaped, and the reactor began to melt down.

[1] Large quantities of radioactivity began to leak from the reactor. [2] Most of the radioactivity was contained, and it is likely that no one received a harmful amount of radiation. [3] “Three Mile Island” became the reason that many Americans are afraid of nuclear power to this day. [4]

It can be inferred that removing heat from a reactor is important because

A. It keeps pressure low enough to avoid accidents

B. It keeps the reactor producing energy

C. It stops a chain reaction

D. It stops radioactivity from leaking out of the reactor 

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Dear Rachel,

I am having a wonderful time here! We are on a lovely island in Cat Ba, called Monkey island. The hotel we are staying at is noceand quite. It’s got a lovely swimming pool.

The weather is hot and sunny. Right now, I am sitting outside a fantastic cafe by the sea. Nam is snorkeling in the clear water, as usual. He is looking for sheels to take home. Dad is vistting some ancient ruins on the island. Dad enjoys visitting old places- I think they are boring. Mum is buying sourvernirs at the market. She loves the market. She loves the market but it is a bit noisy for me.

We go to restaurants nearly every night for dinner. My favourite one is by the sea. Mom and Dad always order seafood but I never do- it’s horrible. I order pasta- it is so delicious! The sunsets are spectacular and the local people are really friendly,too. I love it here so much. I never want to leave!

Oh well, that’s all for now. See you next week.

Love,

Linh                                       

28. Where is Linh staying?

A.in the city                      B. on the island

C.in the sea                                           D. in the swimmingpool

29. How many people are there in Linh’s family?

A.2        B. 3              C. 4                      D. 5        

30. What is Nam doing now?

A.He is sitting outside the cafe            B. He is finding some shells

C.He is visitting old places D. He is going shopping

31. What is Linh’s favourite restaurant?

A.The restaurant is near the market B. The restaurant is near the hotel.

C. The restaurant is near the sea                                        D. The restaurant is near the lake

32. The word “souvernirs” can be best replaced by..................

A.gifts                       B. seafood                         C.shells D. pasta