Đáp án: B
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Đáp án: B
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Read the following passage and choose the item (a, b, c, or d) that best answers each of the questions about it.
I have twin brothers, Tim and Tom. They are very similar and a lot of people don’t know which is which. They both have blond hair and blue eyes, and they always wear jeans and T-shirts. They like doing the same things, too. For example, they both like jazz and they’re crazy about football. They go to a football match once a week. Tim doesn’t like dancing or discos and Tom doesn’t like them, either. Although they’re twins, they’re not exactly the same at everything. Tim works hard at school because he wants to go to university, but Tom is a bit lazy. Our mother is often away from home because of her job, so we all work together in the house. Most of the time it’s fine, but sometimes we fight a bit!
1 What does the word 'similar' in 1 mean?
a. the same in some ways b. completely the same
c.completely different d. liked by many people
2 Tim and Tom............
a. are the author's twin brother b. have blond hair and blue eyes
c. always wear jeans and T-shirts d. all are correct
3 What does the word ' them' in line 6 refer to?
a. things b. jazz
c. jeans and T-shirts c. dancing or discos
4 The passage is written about the author's..............
a. brothers b. pen pals
c. cousins d.a và c
1 What does the word 'similar' in 1 mean?
a. the same in some ways b. completely the same
c.completely different d. liked by many people
2 Tim and Tom............
a. are the author's twin brother b. have blond hair and blue eyes
c. always wear jeans and T-shirts d. all are correct
3 What does the word ' them' in line 6 refer to?
a. things b. jazz
c. jeans and T-shirts c. dancing or discos
4 The passage is written about the author's..............
a. brothers b. pen pals
c. cousins d.a và c
5.Which of the following is not True
a.tom is hard-working
b.tom is a bit lazy
c.their mother is often away from home
d.time doesn't like dancing or discos but tom likes them
I. Read the following passage and choose the best answer.
Since the terrorist attacks of September 11th 2001, there have been a lot of discussions about new security measures in airports and other public spaces. Defenders of civil liberties are worried that our fear of terrorism is a danger to our freedoms and privacy.
Now the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in the US has ordered American airlines to give them data on millions of passengers. This is the country’s latest attempt to improve security checks on airline passengers. The plan is called “Secure Flight.” It compares passenger records, from credit card numbers to addresses, with names on terrorist watch lists.
However, the plan is causing privacy concerns both in the US and abroad. [A] It has been said that European Union data protection officials had “huge concerns” about the US government’s first attempt at computerized screening of passengers. [B] That effort was ended because of European fears that the government would have access to too much personal information.
[C] If the European Union determines that Secure Flight violates its privacy laws, airlines will have a problem. If they obey the TSA’s orders, they risk being fined by the European Union for violating EU privacy laws. [D] If they obey the European Union, they risk being fined by the United States.
1. What is the topic of the passage?
A. The European Union asking airlines for data about passengers
B. The question of personal property and US law
C. Privacy concerns in a post-September 11th world
D. The risks that airlines face from the US and the European Union
2. According to the passage, the US government’s first plan for computerized screening
A. was accepted by the European Union
B. was ended because of protests from Americans
C. was ended because of protests from Europeans
D. was strongly supported by the airlines
3. Which is the best place for the following sentence “Overall, this is a very difficult situation for the airlines”?
A. [A] B. [B] C. [C] D. [D]
4. The word ‘they’ refers to ______.
A. EU privacy laws B. airlines C. the United States D. fines
5. If the airlines obey European Union privacy laws, ______.
A. they could be fined by the United States B. they could be fined by other airlines
C. they won't be able to fly into Europe D. they won't be able to fly into the United States
6. Which information is NOT in the passage?
A. The new plan is called "Secure Flight."
B. European officials have concerns about computerized screening.
C. Airlines can be fined if they disobey the new laws.
D. Airline officials are against the new laws.
I. Read the following passage and choose the best answers.
Philadelphia is a city known for many things. It is where the Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776, and it was also the first capital of the United States. But one fact about Philadelphia is not so well-known: it is home to nearly 3,000 murals painted on the sides of homes and buildings around the city. In fact, it is said that Philadelphia has more murals than any other city in the world, with the exception of Rome. How did this come to be?
More than 20 years ago, a New Jersey artist named Jane Golden started a program pairing troubled youth with artists to paint murals on a few buildings around the city. From this small project, something magical happened. The young people involved helped to create magnificent pieces of art, but there were other, perhaps more important benefits. The young people learned to collaborate and get along with many different kinds of people during the various steps required to paint and design a mural. They learned to be responsible, because they needed to follow a schedule to make sure the murals were completed. They also learned to take pride in their community. Take a walk around some of the poorest neighbourhoods in Philadelphia, full of broken windows and littered front steps, and you will find beautiful works of art on the sides and fronts of buildings.
Special buses take tourists to different parts of the city to see the various murals, which range from huge portraits of historical heroes, to cityscapes, to scenes depicting the diverse ethnic groups that call Philadelphia home.
As a result of its success, the mural program created by Jane Golden has now become the nation’s largest public art program and a model for other cities throughout the country seeking to help troubled youth.
1. The main focus of the passage is
A an art program designed to help troubled youth.
B the many tourists who come to Philadelphia to see murals.
C the reasons why Philadelphia is a unique city.
D how Jane Golden came up with the idea to start a mural program.
2. As used in paragraph 1, the phrase “it is said” suggests that the author is
A knowingly misleading the reader. B using a quote from someone else.
C referring to something that is widely believed, but may be untrue.
D referring to something that he or she does not personally believe.
3. Based on information in the passage, the author most likely believes that
A there are too many murals in Philadelphia.
B the mural program was an inspirational idea.
C all troubled youth should learn how to paint.
D every city in the country should adopt the mural program.
4. According to the information in the passage, the author believes the two best reasons for other cities to adopt the mural program are to
A beautify their city and draw tourists.
B help troubled youth and beautify their city.
C have as many murals as Philadelphia and help troubled youth.
D draw tourists and surpass Philadelphia in terms of number of murals.
Read the following passage and choose the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
The human civilization underwent many changes and development with the passage of time. In course of time, cities became the major centers of livelihood. A city has large population compared to a town and a village. Life is full (31)________ activities in a big city. It is a center of education, trade and industry, (32)________, etc. Life in a big city starts early in the morning. School children, office-workers, and others fill (33)________roads, bus-stops and the vehicles. The market places get crowded with people. Life in the city has certain charms. The factories and the industrial centers give employment to thousands of people. Those (34)________ work hard in cities rise in life. Here, neighbors live like (35)________. Everyone finds himself in hurry and worry. The atmosphere is polluted. There is competition in every sphere. However, cities add to the economic development of a nation.
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Question 31:
A. of
B. on
C. in
D. terrorism
Question 32:
A. recreation
B. pollution
C. crime
D. against
Question 33:
A. an
B. the
C. a
D. much
Question 34:
A. whose
B. whom
C. which
D. who
Question 35:
A. family
B. enemies
C. strangers
D. friends
Read the following passage and choose the correct answer to each of the questions.
SAVING THE ENVIRONMENT: ONE HOME AT A TIME
Pollution can be seen not only throughout the world, but also in our own homes. It comes from household chemicals, the amount of water people use and the waste people produce and throw away. What can be done to stop this pollution? Surprisingly, a person can help save the environment by doing simple things.
First, we need to recycle, which allows products to be used over and over again. Recycling can also reduce the number of trees cut down to produce paper products. It takes very little effort. It is not hard to place plastic and glass bottles, aluminum cans and paper in a bin. Anyone can do it.
Second, we need to watch the amount of water used in the home. It can be conserved by taking short showers instead of baths, repairing leaky faucets, using the dishwasher or washing machine only when fully loaded, or simply turning the faucet off while brushing your teeth.
Third, we need to reduce waste. We need to recycle whenever possible, but should also try to use this waste effectively. For example, grass clippings and food scraps can be made into compost for plants. The average person produces 4.3 pounds of waste every day, but we can reduce that amount by recycling and reusing. If we do our part in our own homes, we can help keep the planet from becoming more polluted.
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Question 36: Pollution can be caused from the following sources EXCEPT ____________.
A. water in rivers
B. water from households
C. wastes
D. household chemicals
Question 37: Recycling can help us ____________
A. never cut down trees
B. use products again and again
C. place garbage bins easily
D. produce more paper products
Question 38: In order to save water, we can do all of the following things EXCEPT ____________.
A. take short showers instead of baths
B. repair leaky faucets
C. fully use the washing machine
D. turn the faucet off while brushing your teeth
Question 39: Recycling helps to reduce waste because ____________.
A. plants need to develop
B. a person can do it in his home
C. waste can be recycled and reused
D. an average man produces compost for plants
Question 40: The word "It" in paragraph 2 refers to ____________.
A. cutting down
B. the number
C. recycling
D. effort
Read the passage below and choose the best option A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions
Passage 1:
New Orleans, in Louisiana, is known as the most unique city in the United States with distinctive architecture, cross-cultural heritage and annual music festivals.
However, due to its location along the Mississippi River with lakes on the other side, and nearly half of the city below sea level, the city faces the danger of flooding. So, a levee system and drainage canals were built to protect the city.
Early in the morning of August 29, 2005, Hurricane Katrina, the most destructive natural disaster in the history of New Orleans, struck the city. The storm brought strong winds and heavy rains for several days. As a result, water from the river and lakes rose, breaking the levees and poured directly into the city. Soon 80 percent of the city was under the water. People scrambled to rooftops for safety, desperate for food and drinking water. The winds were so strong that even beds in Hyatt Hotel were seen flying out of the hotel windows. The loss was tremendous. Most of the major roads and bridges were destroyed, and houses collapsed. Nearly 2,000 people were killed. After the storm, several natural grounds for the breeding and migrating of different species of animals and birds were permanently lost.
Question 1: New Orleans is famous for ___________.
A. its modern architecture C. its Mississippi River
B. its cross-cultural heritage D. its location
Question 2: Which statement is NOT correct about New Orleans?
A. It lies between the Mississippi River and lakes.
B. One of its attractions is its annual music festivals
C. The city is surrounded by water.
D. Most of the city is below sea level.
Question 3: Which one is NOT mentioned as being damaged by Hurricane Katrina?
A. Distinctive architecture B. The levee system C. Major roads D. Houses
Question 4: The word ‘tremendous' means ___________.
A.puzzling B. huge C. unique D. legendary
Question 5: The word ‘permanently' is similar to ___________.
A. temporarily B. partially C. forever D. rarely
Passage 2:
How can scientists predict earthquakes? Earthquakes are not scattered anywhere but happen in certain areas. They happen in places where pieces of the earth’s surface meet. For example, earthquakes often occur on the west-coast of North and South America, around the Mediterranean Sea, and along the Pacific coast of Asia.
Another way to predict earthquakes is to look for changes in the earth’s surface, like a sudden drop of water level in the ground. Some people say animals can predict earthquakes. Before earthquakes people have seen chickens sitting in trees, fish jumping out of the water, snake leaving their holes and other animals acting strangely.
After an earthquake happens, people can die from lack of food, water and medical supplies. The amount of destruction caused by an earthquake depend on types of building, soil conditions and population. Of the 6000 earthquakes on the earth each year, only about fifteen cause great damage and many deaths.
Question 1: Earthquakes happen in certain areas where _______________.
A. the population is large B. pieces of the earth’s surface meet
C. the soil conditions are stable D. many buildings are built
Question 2: Earthquakes often happen along ________________.
A. the east-coast of North America B. the east-coast of South America
C. the Pacific coast of Asia D. the coast of Australia
Question 3: Looking for ____________ can help predict earthquakes.
A. changes in the earth’s surface B. water beneath the earth’s surface
C. drops of water D. water currents
Question 4: After an earthquake, as a result of _________ people may die.
A. lack of food B. lack of friendship
C. lack of information D. lack of knowledge
Question 5: The passage mainly discusses ______________.
A. the damage caused by earthquakes B. how strong earthquakes are
C. strange animal behaviors D. how to predict earthquakes
IV. Choose the word or phrase among A, B, C or D that best fits the blank space in the following passage.
English is the most important in the world today. A very large (21)______ of people understand and use English in many countries of the world.
Indeed English is a very useful language. If we speak English we can go to any place or country we like. We shall not find it hard to (22) _______people understand what we want to say.
English also helps us to learn all kinds of subjects. Hundreds of books are published in English every day in many countries to teach people many useful things. The English language has, (23)_______, helped to spread ideas and knowledge to all the corners of the world. There is no subject that cannot be taught in English.
As English is used so much everywhere in the world, it has helped to make the countries in the world friendlier. The leaders of the world use English (24) _____one another. The English language has also helped to spread better understanding and friendship among countries of the world.
Lastly, a person who knows English is respected by people. It is for all these (25) ____that I want to learn English.
21. A. few B. deal C. amount D. number
22. A. get B. let C. persuade D. make
23. A. however B. therefore C. athough D. otherwise
24. A. understand B. understanding C. to understand D. understood
25. A. reasons B. causes C. effects D. results
I. Read the following passage and choose the best answers.
A superstition is a traditional belief in the magical effects of a particular action or thing. Many superstitions are related to luck. For example, breaking a mirror or spilling salt brings bad luck. On the other hand, carrying a rabbit’s foot or being boom on a Sunday brings good luck. According to other superstitions, specific actions bring specific results. Guests throw rice at a wedding to ensure that the couple will have many children. Wearing a white wedding dress was made popular by England’s Queen Victoria. And, if a female wedding guest puts a piece of the wedding cake under her pillow at night, she will dream about her future husband.
Although many people ridicule such beliefs as irrational and unscientific, some of them may have a practical origin. Hanging garlic around a child's neck is supposed to provide protection from illness. Garlic may really have this effect, but because the strong smell keeps sick people away from the child! Another superstition states that lighting three cigarettes with one match will bring bad luck. This belief probably began during World War I when at night, a match that stayed lit too long provided a target for the enemy.
Every human culture in history has had some superstitious beliefs. Almost all people behave in a superstitious way once in a while. Maybe that is because everyone at sometime feels afraid or uncertain about the future. Superstitions can be comforting. They give people a sense of knowledge and control over what happens to them.
1. What is the topic of the passage?
A. Meanings and origins of superstitions B. Superstitions from different cultures
C. Superstitions with practical origins D. Superstitions about health
2. According to the passage, which of the following brings good luck?
A. Spilling salt B. Lighting three cigarettes C. Breaking a mirror D. Carrying a rabbit's foot
3. Which of the following sentences does NOT belong in the passage?
A. According to the other superstitions, specific actions bring specific results.
B. Wearing a white wedding dress was made popular by England's Queen Victoria.
C. Although many people ridicule such beliefs as irrational and unscientific, some of them may have a practical origin.
D. Every human culture in history has had some superstitious beliefs.
4. It can be inferred from this passage that ______.
A. all superstitions are related to luck B. all superstitions have practical origins
C. all superstitions are related to magical effects D. all superstitions are scientifically proven
5. The word ‘them’ refers to ______.
A. superstitions B. people C. knowledge and control D. beliefs
6. According to the passage, superstitions are common because they ______.
A. make people feel better B. have practical origins
C. are often true D. are followed by educated people
V. Read the passage and circle the best answer A, B or C.
I was born in Ha Noi, the capital of Viet Nam. Ha Noi is famous for its natural beauty, with lots of rivers and lakes. There are many historical places to visit in Ha Noi. The Literature Temple (Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam) is the country’s first ever historical university. Teenagers often come here to pray for high results in their upcoming examinations. As Viet Nam is a Buddhism-oriented nation, its capital has also been the centre of Buddhism for centuries. In Ha Noi alone, there are about 600 temples and pagodas. It also has a big church in the city centre, a popular place for the few Christians living here. With a population of nearly eight million, the city is quite crowded. However, the public transportation is not adequate, so visitors find it hard to safely cross the roads. The city is packed with universities and enterprises, making it the top destination for higher education students and labour workers. Many people from rural areas reside in Ha Noi so that they can get well paid jobs. This makes the city become more crowded than ever before. |
1. What is the passage about? | ||
A. a city |
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B. changes in a city |
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C. a city in the past |
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2. What does 'pray for' means? | ||
A. pass | B. like | C. wish |
3. What is the most popular religion in Ha Noi? | ||
A. Buddhism | B. Christianity | C. both A and B |
4. What does 'adequate' mean? | ||
A. satisfactory | B. abundant | C. much |
5. Which among this is NOT mentioned about Hà Nội? | ||
A. natural features | ||
B. nightlife | ||
C. infrastructure |
10. Read the passage and circle the best answer A, B or C.
I was born in Ha Noi, the capital of Viet Nam. Ha Noi is famous for its natural beauty, with lots of rivers and lakes. There are many historical places to visit in Ha Noi. The Literature Temple (Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam) is the country’s first ever historical university. Teenagers often come here to pray for high results in their upcoming examinations. As Viet Nam is a Buddhism-oriented nation, its capital has also been the centre of Buddhism for centuries. In Ha Noi alone, there are about 600 temples and pagodas. It also has a big church in the city centre, a popular place for the few Christians living here. With a population of nearly eight million, the city is quite crowded. However, the public transportation is not adequate, so visitors find it hard to safely cross the roads. The city is packed with universities and enterprises, making it the top destination for higher education students and labour workers. Many people from rural areas reside in Ha Noi so that they can get well paid jobs. This makes the city become more crowded than ever before. |
1. What is the passage about? A. a city B. changes in a city C. a city in the past |
2. What does 'pray for' means? A. pass B. like C. wish |
3. What is the most popular religion in Ha Noi? A. Buddhism B. Christianity C. both A and B |
4. What does 'adequate' mean? A. satisfactory B. abundant C. much |
5. Which among this is NOT mentioned about Hà Nội? A. natural features B. nightlife C. infrastructure |
XII. Read the following passage and choose the best answers.
LEGOLAND is a chain of LEGO-themed amusement parks. There are many attractions built with LEGO bricks, such as models of famous cities. LEGOLAND parks have rides that are suitable for young children.
In 1932, a Danish carpenter named Ole Kirk Christiansen started a business making wooden toys. He took the Danish words leg and godt, meaning “play well,” and came up with “LEGO.” It soon became a name that kids all over the world would grow up with. And in 2000, LEGO bricks were recognized as the “Toy of the Century.” How did a kids’ toy become so successful?
There are three main reasons for LEGO’s success. The first is that the company wasn’t satisfied until its toy was just right. For example, LEGO bricks were made of wood at first. But, as the wooden parts didn’t stay together, LEGO searched for a way to make parts that would stick together even when moved to somewhere else. This is how their unique plastic bricks were invented.
The second reason for LEGO’s success is the toy itself. The LEGO Group’s vision was to make toys that let children learn through playing. And their unique bricks allowed them to achieve their vision. The design of these simple, durable, colorful bricks is ideal for a child’s toy. It allows kids to create nearly anything imaginable. It is possible to arrange six bricks in 915,103,765 different ways!
The last reason for LEGO’s success is that the LEGO Group keeps trying to innovate. They now have many different product lines, from large toys for younger children to complicated toys for adults. Some product lines use themes from popular movies. And now LEGO even has its own movie!
With these reasons for success in mind, it’s no surprise that LEGO was named the “Toy of the Century.” And there’s little doubt that children around the world will continue to love LEGO toys for years to come.
1. What is this passage mainly about?
A. how a toy became a movie B. reasons for LEGO’s success
C. different toys made of plastic D. where LEGO bricks got their name
2. What is TRUE about the LEGO Group?
A. It only makes bricks. B. It made its first toy with plastic.
C. It started as a wooden furniture company. D. Its products can be played with by people of different ages.
3. Which is NOT true about LEGO bricks?
A. They are simple, durable and colorful. B. Their design encourages kids to be creative.
C. They can stay together because they are sticky. D. They were recognized as the “Toy of the Century.”
4. What can be inferred about LEGO’s wooden bricks?
A. They are still being made today. B. They came in many different colors.
C. They were much larger than today’s bricks. D. They weren’t as popular as the plastic bricks.
5. Which can replace the word “vision” in line 11?
A. eyesight B. sense C. idea D. quality