Insert a suitable word in each of the blanks to complete the following passage.

HIBERNATION

Hibernation is the long period of sleep by which many animals pass the winter, (66) ______ food is scarce. In the late summer and autumn, the animal (67) ________ a lot while food is plentiful, and gets fat. Then, as winter approaches, it finds a hidden and sheltered spot (68) ______ which to hibernate - a hole in the ground or under a pile of leaves, perhaps. The animal gradually becomes less and less active, until it (69) __________ asleep.

During the long sleep, its breathing and heartbeat becomes very (70) ______ and its body temperature drops. In this way, the creature needs very (71) ______ food. The fat in its body supplies what food it does need. Some animals stay asleep (72) _______ spring arnves and there is food again, others may wake up on the warmer days of winter, eat some of the food they have collected, and then go to sleep (73) _____.

Animals that (74) ______ are mainly small ones living in the cooler parts of the world. They include many small mammals, such as dormice, hedgehogs, chipmunks and skunks. Some amphibians and reptiles, such as frogs, toads and tortoises, also hibernate. Hibernating (75) _____ include bees and some kinds of butterflies. 

Read the following passage and choose the correct answer for each of the questions below.

THE TERROR OF THE SEA

Some 16,000 icebergs are born in the Arctic Ocean each year. Most of them are calved by the age-old glaciers that cover the coast of Greenland.

Fortunately, in an average year only about 400 of them make it past the Grand Banks of Newfoundland. Once past that point, they are in some of the world's busiest shipping lanes. There they are as dangerous as torpedoes. In the year 1912, when the Titanic went down with 1 503 lives, about 1,000 icebergs made it past the Grand Banks.

A newborn iceberg, unlike most newborn things, is bigger to begin with and slowly grows smaller. When it first breaks free from the mother glacier an Arctic baby may weigh up to 3 million tons and as big as a block in New York City. But it takes two or three years of travel before it reaches the Banks. By that time most icebergs are less than 100 feet in height. Sometimes, however, a giant one, towering 400 feet above the sea is spotted.

The sight of these “blocks” is frightening enough, bụt the real danger lies in the fact that 85 percent of the bulk lies hidden under the water, ready to cut the hull of any ship that comes too close.

Icebergs usually die after they pass thè Grand Banks and meet the warm waters of the Gulf Stream. Yet, a melted-down iceberg was seen about 200 miles south of Bermuda. It was only 15 by 30 feet in size. But remember almost nine times that size was hiding under the water. It was still big enough to sink a ship.

Time, sun and the Gulf stream slowly change the icebergs to water, but, whilethey live, they are a hazard to the strongest ship and a terror to the bravest captain.

76. This article tells mostly about .......

A. ships sunk by icebergs B. how icebergs are spotted

C. dangerous icebergs D. ships built for destroying icebergs

77. About 85 percent of the iceberg is .......

A. under the water B. frozen freshwater

C. left on the glacier D. above the water

78. The third paragraph suggests that icebergs ....... 

A. grow bigger with age B. travel very slowlyC. move quite rapidly D. are not too dangerous

79. The writer of this passage feels icebergs are as dangerous as .......

A. explosives B. hidden submarines

C. a comb D. a weapon

80 As used in this passage, to calve means......

A. to break away from B. to be attracted to

C. to push off D. to be a

Insert a suitable word in each of the blanks to complete the following passage.

MARY SHELLEY’S STORY

In 1816, English poet Percy Bysshe Shelley and his future wife, Mary, visited another famous poet, Lord Byron, at his house near Lake Geneva in Switzerland. It rained (71) ______ snowed constantly during their stay, forcing the group to (72) ______ most of their holiday indoors. One night, Byron challenged the Shelleys and his doctor, Polidori, to each make up a ghost story. He said that the person who wrote the most terrifying tale (73) ______ be the winner.
Mary, who was only nineteen at the time, came up with the (74) _____ for her story after having a (75) ______ in which she saw a pale student of science kneeling
beside “the thing he had put together”. This ultimately led her to write one of the greatest horror novels of all time - Frankenstein. In the finished novel, a mad scientist'
(76 ) ______ Victor Frankenstein brings a monster to life. It is really a warning (77) _____ man's dangerous relationship with science.
The book was first (78) ______ in 1818, although for several years the writer's identity was not revealed. (79) ______ then her story has become extremely popular and many films have been based (80) ______ it. It is astonishing to think that it was written by a 19-year-old who set about writing the story in a simple attempt to scare her close circle of friends.

Fill each of the blanks in the following passage with ONE suitable word.

     Write your answers in the spaces that follow. (15 pts)

He was born in a very poor part of London. His father was a comedian and his mother worked (1) a dancer and singer. However, (2) of them was very successful, so the family had very (3) money. At one time they were (4) poor that he and his brother had to share one pair of shoes, and they had to take turns wearing them. The first time he himself earned money (5) dancing and singing, he was only five years old. He did many kinds of jobs, but what he loved (6) was working in the theatre.

When he was about 15 he joined a travelling theatre company and went on trips to America. On (7) such tour he was offered a part in a film, so he went to Hollywood, (8) he eventually became both an actor and a film director. He was known to be a perfectionist, and sometimes (9) the other actors repeat a scene many times (10) he was finally satisfied with it.

Many people found him difficult and someone accused him of (11) mean, but it was really his early experiences of poverty (12) made him careful with his money. He died in Switzerland in 1977, (13) the age of 88. (14) is now a statue of him in Leicester Square, London, the city of his (15) and early upbringing. His name was Charlie Chaplin.

VII. Insert a suitable word in each of the blanks to finish the following passage.

MINERALS

Do you remember the last time you picked up a pebble? Maybe it was as clear as glass. Minerals formed the colors and patterns (61) ______ the pebble. A mineral is a solid, nonliving substance (62) _____ occurs naturally in rocks or in the ground. Every mineral has unique properties. The Earth’s surface is rock, a solid substance made of minerals. Rock can be made of many minerals or of (63) ______ mineral with different-sized grains.

There are more than 4,000 minerals. Marty of them look alike. Scientists use the minerals' physical properties to (64) ______ them apart. For example, scientists can compare the hardness of two minerals by (65) . easily they can be scratched. Gypsum and calcite can look alike, but gypsum is easier to scratch than calcite.

The way a mineral reflects light is its luster. Two minerals may be the same color, but one (66) _____ have a shiny luster and the other a dull luster.

When you rub a mineral across a surface, the mineral leaves a streak of powder. This colored (67) ______ can help scientists identify two minerals ihat look alike.

Minerals have other properties, too. Is the mineral magnetic? What shape are its crystals? Two minerals might look (68) ______ and share some properties, but they don’t share all properties. Gold and pyrite are (69) ______ shiny and gold in color. Pyrite is sometimes called 'fools’ gold' because people have (70) ______ it for gold. Gold is much softer than pyrite. Gold leaves a golden streak. Pyrite's streak is greenish black.VIII. Read the following passage and choose the correct answer to each of thequestions.

There are many theories about the beginning of drama in ancient Greece. The one most widely accepted today is based on the assumption that drama evolved from ritual. The argument for this view goes as follows, in the beginning, human beings viewed the natural forces of the world, even the seasonal changes, as unpredictable, and they sought through various means, to control these unknown and feared powers. Those measures which appeared to bring the desired results were then retained and repeated until they hardened into fixed rituals. Eventually stories arose which explained or veiled the mysteries of the rites. As time passed some rituals were abandoned, but the stories, later called myths, persisted and provided material for art and drama.

Those who believe that drama evolved out of ritual also argue that those rites contained the seed of theater because music, dance, masks, and costumes were almost always used. Furthermore, a suitable site had to be provided for performances, and when the entire community did not participate, a clear division was usually made between the "acting area" and the "auditorium." In addition, there were performers, and since considerable importance was attached to avoiding mistakes in the enactment of rites, religious leaders usually assumed that task. Wearing masks and costumes, they often impersonated other people, animals, or supernatural beings, and mimed the desired effect - success in hunt or battle, the coming rain, the revival of the Sun - as an actor might. Eventually such dramatic representations were separated from religious activities.

Another theory traces the theater's origin from the human interest in storytelling. According to this view, tales (about the hunt, war, or other feats) are gradually elaborated, at first through the use of impersonation, action, and dialogue by a narrator and then through the assumption of each of the roles by a different person. A closely related theory traces theater to those dances that are primarily rhythmical and gymnastic or that are imitations of animal movements and sounds.

71. What does the passage many discuss?

A. The origins of theater B. The role of ritual in modern dance

C. The importance of storytelling D. The variety of early religious activities

72. The word “they" in line 4 refers to ______.

A. seasonal changes B. natural forces

C. theories D. human beings

73. What aspect of drama does the author discuss in the first paragraph?

A. The reason for dramas often unpredictable

B. The seasons in which dramas were performed

C. The connection between myths and dramatic plots

D. The importance of costumes in early dramas

74. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a common element of theater and ritual?

A. Dance B. Costumes C. Music D. Magic

75. The word "considerable" in line 15 is closest in meaning to ______,

A. thoughtful B. substantial C. relational D. ceremonial

76. The word "enactment" in line 15 is closest in meaning to ___________.

A. establishment B. performance C. authorization D. season

77. The word "they" in line 16 refers to _____.

 A. mistakes B. costumes C. animals D. performers

78. According to the passage, what is the main difference between ritual and drama?

A. Ritual uses music whereas drama does not.

B Ritual is shorter than drama

C. Ritual requires fewer performers than drama.

D. Ritual has a religious purpose and drama does not.

79. The passage supports which of the following statements?

A. No one really knows how the theater began.

B. Myths are no longer represented dramatically. 

C. Storytelling is an important part of dance.

D. Dramatic activities require the use of costumes.

80. Where in the passage does the author discuss the separation of the stage and the audience?

A. Lines 8-9 B. Lines 12-14

C. Lines 19-20 D. Lines 22-24

Choose the letter A, B, C, or D corresponding to the correct answer to each of the following questions.

Question 41: he / born / 1899 / the family of a doctor

      A. He was born in 1899 in the family of a doctor

      B. He born in 1899 in the family of a doctor

      C. It was said he born in 1899 in the family of a doctor

      D. He was said to born in 1899 in the family of a doctor

Question 42: The last time I went to the museum was a year ago.

      A. I have not been to the museum for a year.

      B. A year ago, I often went to the museum.

      C. My going to the museum lasted a year.

      D. At last I went to the museum after a year.

Question 43: Although she has lived in London for three years, _______.

A. but she cannot speak English                                     B. she cannot speak English

C. but cannot speak English                                            D. and cannot speak English

Question 44: She likes reading a lot of funny stories.

      A. She is reading a lot of funny stories.                         B. She reading a lot of funny stories.

      C. She is interested in reading a lot of funny stories.    D. She interested reading a lot of funny stories.

Question 45: After work, my mother rushes to work, and hurries home ________________________ on the table by the time my father gets home.

      A. so as the dinner is ready                                              B. for the dinner is ready

      C. in order the dinner is ready                                         D. so that the dinner is ready

Read the following passage and choose the letter A, B, C, or D corresponding to the correct word(s) for each of the blanks from 46 to 50.

In the 1960s the women's liberation movement (46) _____ suddenly into the public consciousness and quickly grew into the largest social movement in the history of the United States. Women's liberation movement was a continuation of the 19^th-century women's rights movement. The movement's major (47) _____ has included not only legal, economic, and political gains but also has changed the ways in which people live, dress, dream of their future, and (48) ___ a living. About health, for example, many male physicians and hospital have made major improvements in the treatment of women; more and more women have become doctors and succeeded (49) _____ their medical research; and diseases such as breast cancer, which affects many women, now receive better funding and treatment, thanks to women's efforts. Feminists have insisted that violence against women become a political issue. The women's liberation movement has also made changes in education: curricula and (50) _____ have been written to promote equal opportunity for girls and women; more and more female students are admitted to universities and professional schools.

The women's liberation movement brought about a radical change in society although it took a decade for the movement to reach women's awareness.

Question 46:  A. dated                       B. originated              C. introduced             D. burst

Question 47:   A. achievement         B. civilization                        C. status                      D. power

Question 48:  A. put                           B. make                      C. get                         D. take

Question 49:  A. in                             B. to                            C. for                         D. with

Question 50:  A. textbooks                B. novels                     C. picture books        D. magazines

V. Insert a suitable word in each of the blanks to complete the following passage.Because the pencil (46)______become such a fundamental (47)______ of our lives, it's difficult to remember that people have not been using them forever. (48) ______other products of human ingenuity, pencils had to be (49)______ . Before the first half of the sixteenth century, peopie (50)______to use pens to write with and brushes to paint with. It was also (51)_______to use a mental stick to make faint marks on paper. However, up to the point no one has found an easy way to make marks (52)______could be erased. Then, some time before 1565, a large (53 )______ of the chemical, graphite, was found near Borrowdale in Cumbria, England. The locals would (54)______this graphite (a kind of soft black rock) to mark sheep. Soon, tales of this unusual soft substance had spread to (55)______aroundthe world, who were eager to use it to produce works of art. (56)______is soft and dirty, and in (57)_______ to write or draw with it, it used to have to be covered (58)_______something, such a£ sheepskin or string. People has been trying to improve the pencil for some time before manufacturers in Italy came up (59) ______the idea of enclosing the graphite in a wooden case. The modern pencil was (60)_______.VI. Read the following passage and choose the correct answer for each question.I waded through the ankle-deep water. I did what the children were doing: smiling, laughing, splash about. No one knows how different I was. The island, which was the paradise for those who had been living there all their lives, was not known to many. This made it an ideal location for the new incinerator.My father was divulged the secret to me after his company had confirmed theplans to build the incinerator. He wanted me to see the place before it was ruined so that I would be able to keep its memory alive.There was a row of decrepit houses a short distance from the shore. The houses were small and they stood in stiles. There were holes in the roofs and the walls were cracking. Women were cooking in a small common kitchen at the end of the row. Several men were at a vegetable plot. Chickens, cows, and goats roamed' about, their movements restricted by the sea.I have never seen people so trusting and a place so peaceful and carefree.Although I was stranger, no one bothered to ask who I was. I was invited to lunch. There was nothing to link the desperate environment of the island and the city. I pitied these people who would evacuate their homes.61. What did the writer do to get on well with the other children?A. She swam together with the children.B. She did the same things that they were doing in the water,C. She played some traditional games with the childrenD. She pretended to be a local person.62. Why is the writer “different" from tlte other children?A. His father did not live but worked in the island.B. She did not live in the island.C. She and his father travelled to the island.D. She did not know the children's games.63. The word “paradise” in paragraph 1 has the same meaning as______ .A. ground B. heaven c. sky D. land64. Why the island is ideal location for the new incinerator?A. Because no one knew about the island.B. Because the people in the island did not know the new incinerator,C. Because the island is not popular.D. Because the people in the island consider it as paradise.65. The word “divulged” in paragraph 2 has the same meaning as______ .A. refused B. revealed C. maintained D. changed66. Why did the writer's father ask her to see the island before it was ruined?A. He wanted her to keep pictures of the people in the island.B. He wanted her to see how the island changed.C. He wanted her to keep images of the island before it was damaged.D. He wanted to teach her love the nature.67. Who took care of the crops?A. The children B. The women C. The men D. All of them68. Which parts of the island have animals?A. Near the sea B. In animal cagesC. All over the island D. In the people’s houses

69. Why did the writer find the people in the island trusting?

A. The children played cheerfully with her.B. The people did not care where she came from,C. The people lived in a peaceful environment.D. They invited her to lunch without knowing her.70. Why did the writer pity the people?A. Their houses were damaged.B. They had to live in poor conditions,C. They had to move to the city.D. They have no place to live.VII. Use the correct form of the words given in the brackets to complete the following sentences.71. We think of ourselves as living in a time of (CONTINUE)________technological change and development.72. The weather is so (CHANGE)________that I do not know what to wear.73. New Zealand had three major (INTERNATION)_________airports: Auckland, Willington and Christchurch.74. The teachers gave students wrong test papers, which caused a lot of. (CONFUSE)75. Einstein’s (BRILLIANT) _______ was unnoticed at school.76. The flats were built in the 1980s, but they were all (MODERN)________ in the 1990s.77. i feel much better since I decided to stop eating (PROCESS) _______ food.78. Duong showed a lot of (MATURE)________in the way she handled the problem with Chau.79. It is difficult to (ARRANGE)________ a day which is convenient for everyone.80. We should rely more on (NEW) _________ source of energy.

Insert a suitable word in each of the blanks to finish the following passage.

Scientists and doctors say that about 34 million Americans are (41) ............fat. Why is this? One cause is the kind of food Americans (42) ....................... Many Americans like "fast foods". These (43 ) .................... ( such as hamburgers and ice - cream) often have fattening things in them. (44) ............ cause is the way Americans eat. They often eat little snacks (45) ................... regular meals. These extra foods add extra fat on the body. A third cause is not (46) .................... exercise. Americans like driving (47) .................... instead of walking. They often Hiave (48) .................. to do a lot of the work. Some Americans are also too heavy because (49) .................... health problems. But for most of those 34 million (50) ....................... the problem is the American lifestyle.

VII. Fill in each blank with one suitable word from the box.(1 pt)

          Chaplin was born in London on the 16th of April, 1889. He spent his (1) ___________ in poverty and hardship. In 1910 he began to perform pantomime in the United States. He first appeared on screen in 1914. He (2) ______________ his world-famous character, the Tramp, and he played this classic role in more than 70 films during (3) ______________ career. He also composed background music for (4) _____________ of his films. Chaplin died on the 25^th of December, 1977, at his home in Switzerland.

VIII.Read the passage about Charlie Chaplin and choose the best answer.

( 1.0 point)

            Charlie Chaplin was an English actor, director, producer , and composer. He is known as the most creative person of the silent –film era. Charlie Chaplin’s portray of the tramp won the hearts of people all over the world.

Chaplin was born in London on the 16^th of April  ,1889.He spent his childhood in poverty and hardship. In 1910 , he began to perform pantomime in the United States. He first appeared on screen in 1914. He created his world -famous character, the Tramp, and he played this classic role in more than 70 films during his career. He also composed background music for most of his films. In 1972 Chaplin received an Honorary Academy Award for the “ the incalculable effect he has had in making motion pictures the art form of this century . Chaplin died on the 25^th of December, 1977, at his home in Switzerland

1.What did Charlie Chaplin work as?

A. an actor                  B. a director                              C. a composer                                     D. all are correct

2. When was he born ?

A. the sixteenth of April,1889            B. April 16^th, 1910               C. the 16^th of April ,1914                       D. December 25^th,1977

3. In about how many films did he play the Tramp?

A. seventeen               B. seventy                               C. twenty five                                D. sixteen

4. Which of the following is not True

A. He started appearing in films in 1914                                      B. He was famous for his character “ the tramp”

C. He was a famous artist                                                            D. He died in Switzerland

II. Fill in each blank with ONE suitable word to complete this passage: He loved his plants. His plants were in pots. There were 10 pots in back (1)... the house. There (2)... eight pots in front of the house. There was a different plant in every pot. No plants were the They were all different. They were all beautiful. It was Friday. It was time to water the plants. He (4)...... went outside. He grabbed the hose. It They e was the plants once a week. He is green and long. It was 40 feet long. He turned on the water. Water came out of the end of the hose. He watered each plant in back of the house.... Jup e vs ạ