C. READING (3.0/10)
I. Read the following passage then choose the best option to each statement.
A hobby can be almost anything that a person likes to do in his free time. Hobbyists raise pets, watch birds or hunt animals. They also climb the mountains, go fishing, go skating, or go swimming. They also paint pictures, attend concerts and play musical instruments. They collect everything from books to butterflies and from shells to stamps.
People have hobbies because these activities bring enjoyment, friendship, knowledge and relaxation. Sometimes, they can bring financial profits. Hobbies also bring interesting activities for people who have retired. People, rich or poor, old or young, sick or well, can follow a satisfying hobby regardless of their age, position, or income. Hobbies can help a person’s mental and physical health. Doctors have found that hobbies are useful in helping patients who suffer from physical or mental illness. Hobbies give these patients activities to do, and provide interests that prevent them from thinking about themselves.
41. According to the passage, a hobby is what a person likes to do when…..
A. he is not occupied B. he is at home C. he is at work D. he is busy
42. The underlined word they in the passage refers to……….
A. people B. hobbies C. activities D. profits
43. Which is NOT mentioned in the passage as advantage of having hobbies?
A. enjoyment B. relaxation C. knowledge D. freedom
44. The word “income” in the passage refers to ……
A. money B. friend C. relatives D. hobbies
45. According to doctors, hobbies are helpful to………
A. people who have retired B. people who are joyful
C. patients’ physical and mental health D. patients’ interests and thinking
II. Fill in each gap to complete the text.
People are very social animals. We need to talk with others and do things with other people, too. We often understand ourselves better when we discuss our opinions, emotions and activities with other people. We need (46)…… make meaningful connections with friends and family members. These connections helps us put aside our frustrations and worries. We can focus (47)…… things that are important, for example, the persons we care about. Your local community is the area near your home. It is where you work, play and go to school. It is the neighborhood where your family (48)…… connections with other people. It is the places you feel like you belong. Communities grow and change (49)…… time. Families move from one city to another because of work or family situations. Older adults often move to smaller homes or vacation areas after their children have grown up. Their children move out to start families of (50)…… own. New families move in when others leave. Basic service, such as police, fire, post office, health and public schools are in almost in every community. Businesses provide services to the community, too. Stores sell things that people need. Restaurants sell prepared food; offices provide a variety of skilled work. The local city government is usually an elected mayor and city council. It is their job to listen to the people of the community and help them connect. Some individual may move on, but the community remains.
III. Read then answer the questions.
Dentists say that the most important part tooth care happens at home. So, what should we do to have good oral health? First of all, we should brush our teeth at least twice a day - after breakfast and dinner. To keep our teeth healthy, we should brush thoroughly for two minutes. Move the brush back and forth and make sure to clean the back, front and top sides of each tooth. Second, among a lot of tooth brushes in the supermarket, we should choose a small-headed soft toothbrush. It can reach all areas of the mouth and doesn’t harm our teeth and gums. We should also replace the toothbrush every three months. Third, we should use mouthwash after brushing. Each tooth has five sides, but a toothbrush cleans only three of them. The mouthwash helps us clean teeth completely. Remember to spit it out. Fourth, we should choose the best food for the health of our teeth which include cheeses, chicken or other meats, and nuts. These foods provide the calcium which helps strengthen the teeth. Some vegetables like garlic, ginger or pepper can be used as home remedies for a toothache. Try to avoid snacks, sugary or sodas. Last but not least, we should visit our dentist at least every six months and every time that we have a problem with our teeth.
51. How many times a day should we brush our teeth?
52. Why should we move the brush back and forth?
53. What are the advantages of a small-headed toothbrush mentioned in the text?
54. What benefit can the mouthwash bring us?
55. How many advices are mentioned in the text?
IV. Read then decide if these statements are True (T), False (F) or Not Given (NG)
In the 1960, The Beatles were probably the most famous pop group in the whole world. Since then, there have been a great many groups that have achieved enormous fame, so it is perhaps difficult now to imagine how sensational The Beatles were at the time. They were four boys from the North of England and none of them had any training in music. They started by performing and recording songs by black Americans and they had some success with these songs. Then they started writing their own songs and that was when they became really popular. The Beatles changed pop music. They were the first pop group to achieve great success from songs they had written themselves. After that, it became common for groups and singers to write their own songs.
56. The Beatles were the most famous pop group in the 1960s.
57. The boys in The Beatles were very handsome.
58. Some members of The Beatles studied music when they were at school.
59. The Beatles achieved great success with the songs they had written.
60. Prior to The Beatles, it was usual for groups to write their own songs.
V. Match the hobbies from 61 to 70 to its suitable description from A to J
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61. Reading 62. Traveling 63. Fishing 64. Crafts 65. Television
66. Bird Watching 67. Collecting 68. Music 69. Games 70. Gardening
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A. The hobby has changes dramatically in recent years; many networks offer endless on-demand viewing options, and because it doesn’t require much effort, it’s an activity that many people take part in daily.
B. Played, heard, and loved worldwide, it brings people together. Whether it’s listening at home or taking in a concert, it can be enjoyed anywhere.
C. If your idea of a fun Friday night is cozying up with a book, you’re certainly not alone. It’s accessible due to the fact that it’s inexpensive, and it allows people to explore new and exciting worlds, and expand their knowledge.
D. If you need a break from the daily grind, unwind with a fishing trip. Whether you’re doing this for food or just for fun, the hobby is a great way to relax and enjoy nature.
E. This hobby continues to grow in popularity, thanks to the fact that virtually anyone can participate. It doesn’t require much equipment. The hobby draws people young and old, making it an excellent intergenerational activity.
F. Sure, they get a bad rap, but let’s face them… people love them! There are games to suit virtually any personality and preference. It allows gamers to connect with others online.
G. Whether it’s a trip across the ocean or exploring the next town over, it is an exciting hobby virtually anyone can participate in. From the planning stage to the trip itself, it gives folks something to look forward to, along with a brief escape from reality.
H. There’s comfort in being surrounded by the things we love, which is one reason why it is such a popular activity. From stamps and coins to action figures and dolls, there are countless collecting options.
I. Creativity is universal, and so is the art of crafting. There are many avenues crafters can take, from knitting and crochet to paper crafts and beading.
J. Many people work to produce food, while others appreciate that it passes the time and offers a sense of accomplishment. Some folks enjoy giving others food from their work, and others sell produce for extra cash.
D. WRITING (3.0/10)
I. Make a question for the underlined part in each statement.
71. Mark is having dinner now.
72. We are going to DaLat by plane this summer.
73. You should phone her mother.
74. Peter goes home at 5.00.
75. We often go to the dancing club one a week.
II. Write sentences from the given cues.
76. many/precious relic/display/Temple of Literature/Hanoi.
77. my friend/enjoy/visit/art gallery/I/too.
78. performance/she/give/last night/marvellous.
79. how many/meal/people/village/a day?
80. Bobby/intelligent/than/any friends/his class.
III. Rewrite these sentences in such a way that the sentences you write remain unchanged from the original ones.
81. It’s good idea to eat a lot of fruit and vegetables every day.
We should……………………………………………………………..
82. We couldn’t keep on cleaning the streets because of the heavy rain.
Because it……………………………………………………………….
83. The garden party won’t take place here if the weather doesn’t improve.
If the weather improves ………………………………………………..
84. Both students and teachers can borrow books from the library.
The library…………………………………………………………………
85. Nobody plays this piece of music as beautifully as he does.
He plays this……………………………………………………………….
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