Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 36 to 42.

The Battle of Gettysburg

One of the most important battles of the American Civil War occurred around the small town of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, from July 1 to July 3, 1863. What began as a search for shoes by the Confederate Army quickly escalated into a major battle. As the Confederate soldiers sought new shoes, they unexpectedly encountered Union cavalry stationed west of the town at Willoughby Run, and the battle began. After much fighting and heavy casualties on both sides, the Confederates pushed the Union forces back through the town of Gettysburg, where they regrouped south of the town along the high ground near a cemetery.

Confederate General Robert E. Lee ordered General R.S. Ewell to seize the high ground from the

battle - weary Union soldiers "if practical." Ewell hesitated in the attack, giving the Union troops a chance to establish a stronghold along Cemetery Ridge and then bring in reinforcements with artillery. By the time Lee realized Ewell had not attacked, the opportunity had vanished. Other failures by the Confederates included the generals' opposition to the attack plans and a lack of information about Union defense. This combination of errors allowed the Union forces to win a critical victory in the Civil War. By the end, a total of 160,000 men were involved in this fierce and bloody battle.

Question 42: Complete the summary by choosing one sentence (A, B, C or D) that is among the most important information to fill in the blank.

SUMMARY: This passage discusses the Battle of Gettysburg. The battle began when Confederate and Federal soldiers met by accident near Gettysburg.__________. Failures by the Confederate forces in planning and intelligence allowed the Union army to win the battle.

A. When Lee realized that Ewell had not attacked, the opportunity was gone.

B. Confederate General Ewell hesitated to attack, which allowed the Union forces time to prepare.

C. The Confederate soldiers regrouped south of Gettysburg on high ground.

D. A total of 160,000 men were involved in the battle.

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 .

The Battle of Gettysburg

One of the most important battles of the American Civil War occurred around the small town of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, from July 1 to July 3, 1863. What began as a search for shoes by the Confederate Army quickly escalated into a major battle. As the Confederate soldiers sought new shoes, they unexpectedly encountered Union cavalry stationed west of the town at Willoughby Run, and the battle began. After much fighting and heavy casualties on both sides, the Confederates pushes the Union forces back through the town of Gettysburg, where they regrouped south of the town along the high ground near cemetery.

   Confederate General Robert E. Lee ordered General R.S. Ewell to seize the high ground form the battle-weary Union soldiers “if practical”. Ewell hesitated in the attack, giving the Union troops a chance to establish a stronghold along Cemetery Ridge and then bring in reinforcements with artillery. By the time Lee realized Ewell had not attacked, the opportunity had vanished. Other failures by the Confederates included the generals’ opposition to the attack plans and a lack of information about the Union defense. This combination of errors allowed the Union forces to win a critical victory in the Civil War. By the end, a total of 160,000 men were involved in this fierce and bloody battle

It can be inferred from the passage that one reason for the Union victory was _______

A. the Confederate soldiers’ lack of experience

B. General Ewell’s hesitation to attack

C. Mistakes by General Lee

D. The large number of Union soldiers

I.Complete the following sentences:

1,The match started before we got into the ground.(By) =>...................

2,By then the soldiers know that the battle was lost.(they) =>By then the soldiers..................................

3,i arrived at the office and realized my keys were at home.(left) => when i...............................

4,this wasn't my firts japanese meal,so i know what to expect.( before)=>i.....................................

5,During their flight, the pilot relized something was wrong. => while..............................................

II.Supply an appropriate from for each verb in brackets:

1,i don't enjoy (laugh).....at By other people.

2,I'm angry at him for(not/ tell).....me the truth.

3,Ít is easy(fool)....by his lies.

4,He expected(invite)....to the family gathering party,but he wasn't.

5,sometimes teenagers complain about(not/understand)....by their parents.

6,the parking attendant didn't allow the woman(park)...for Free.

7,nancy had a narrow escape.She was almost hít by a cắt.She barely avoided(hit)....by a speeding automobile.

8,Mr.Thopson is alway willing to help if there is a problem in the office,but he doesn't want(call)....at home unless there is an emergency

9,Jack has a good chance of(elect)....I know i'm going to vote for him.

10.you must tell me the truth.I insist on (tell).....The truth.

11,we don't mind (get)....up earlier than usual for World.

12,I'd like (go) ....sailing this summer.

13,your compositions are supposed(write)....in ink.

14,mary regrets(be)... The One to have to tell him.

15,Would you mind ( show)...me how( word)....The list?

16,you can't se tom nó because (he/have)....A bath.

17,Mary usually(learn).....language very quickly but she (not/ seem).... able to learn modern Greek.

18,By the time sheila(get).... Black,Chris had gone home.

19,tommy admitted( throw)....The rock through the windows.

20,There are too many people here for me (talk)....to all of them.

21,we usually(get) ...up at about 7.00

22,he(do)....homework at this time yesterday.

23.by the time he (retire)......,he (appear).....in some movies.

24,ít was quite a surprise(see) .....him again.

25,they let their children( stay).....up late to watch TV.

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 .

The Battle of Gettysburg

One of the most important battles of the American Civil War occurred around the small town of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, from July 1 to July 3, 1863. What began as a search for shoes by the Confederate Army quickly escalated into a major battle. As the Confederate soldiers sought new shoes, they unexpectedly encountered Union cavalry stationed west of the town at Willoughby Run, and the battle began. After much fighting and heavy casualties on both sides, the Confederates pushes the Union forces back through the town of Gettysburg, where they regrouped south of the town along the high ground near cemetery.

   Confederate General Robert E. Lee ordered General R.S. Ewell to seize the high ground form the battle-weary Union soldiers “if practical”. Ewell hesitated in the attack, giving the Union troops a chance to establish a stronghold along Cemetery Ridge and then bring in reinforcements with artillery. By the time Lee realized Ewell had not attacked, the opportunity had vanished. Other failures by the Confederates included the generals’ opposition to the attack plans and a lack of information about the Union defense. This combination of errors allowed the Union forces to win a critical victory in the Civil War. By the end, a total of 160,000 men were involved in this fierce and bloody battle

According to the passage, which of the following is assumed in the Battle of Gettysburg?

A. 160,000 men were killed

B. It was a major victory for General Lee

C. The Union soldiers were led by General Ewell

D. Both sides had many casualties

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 .

The Battle of Gettysburg

One of the most important battles of the American Civil War occurred around the small town of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, from July 1 to July 3, 1863. What began as a search for shoes by the Confederate Army quickly escalated into a major battle. As the Confederate soldiers sought new shoes, they unexpectedly encountered Union cavalry stationed west of the town at Willoughby Run, and the battle began. After much fighting and heavy casualties on both sides, the Confederates pushes the Union forces back through the town of Gettysburg, where they regrouped south of the town along the high ground near cemetery.

   Confederate General Robert E. Lee ordered General R.S. Ewell to seize the high ground form the battle-weary Union soldiers “if practical”. Ewell hesitated in the attack, giving the Union troops a chance to establish a stronghold along Cemetery Ridge and then bring in reinforcements with artillery. By the time Lee realized Ewell had not attacked, the opportunity had vanished. Other failures by the Confederates included the generals’ opposition to the attack plans and a lack of information about the Union defense. This combination of errors allowed the Union forces to win a critical victory in the Civil War. By the end, a total of 160,000 men were involved in this fierce and bloody battle

Which of the following best describes how the Battle of Gettysburg began?

A. an accidental meeting

B. an unexpected fight

C. a carefully planned surprise attack

D. a misunderstanding

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 36 to 42.

The Battle of Gettysburg

One of the most important battles of the American Civil War occurred around the small town of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, from July 1 to July 3, 1863. What began as a search for shoes by the Confederate Army quickly escalated into a major battle. As the Confederate soldiers sought new shoes, they unexpectedly encountered Union cavalry stationed west of the town at Willoughby Run, and the battle began. After much fighting and heavy casualties on both sides, the Confederates pushed the Union forces back through the town of Gettysburg, where they regrouped south of the town along the high ground near a cemetery.

Confederate General Robert E. Lee ordered General R.S. Ewell to seize the high ground from the

battle - weary Union soldiers "if practical." Ewell hesitated in the attack, giving the Union troops a chance to establish a stronghold along Cemetery Ridge and then bring in reinforcements with artillery. By the time Lee realized Ewell had not attacked, the opportunity had vanished. Other failures by the Confederates included the generals' opposition to the attack plans and a lack of information about Union defense. This combination of errors allowed the Union forces to win a critical victory in the Civil War. By the end, a total of 160,000 men were involved in this fierce and bloody battle.

Question 38: Which of the following best describes how the Battle of Gettysburg began?

A. an accidental meeting

B. an expected fight

C. a carefully planned surprise attack

D. a misunderstanding

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 .

The Battle of Gettysburg

One of the most important battles of the American Civil War occurred around the small town of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, from July 1 to July 3, 1863. What began as a search for shoes by the Confederate Army quickly escalated into a major battle. As the Confederate soldiers sought new shoes, they unexpectedly encountered Union cavalry stationed west of the town at Willoughby Run, and the battle began. After much fighting and heavy casualties on both sides, the Confederates pushes the Union forces back through the town of Gettysburg, where they regrouped south of the town along the high ground near cemetery.

   Confederate General Robert E. Lee ordered General R.S. Ewell to seize the high ground form the battle-weary Union soldiers “if practical”. Ewell hesitated in the attack, giving the Union troops a chance to establish a stronghold along Cemetery Ridge and then bring in reinforcements with artillery. By the time Lee realized Ewell had not attacked, the opportunity had vanished. Other failures by the Confederates included the generals’ opposition to the attack plans and a lack of information about the Union defense. This combination of errors allowed the Union forces to win a critical victory in the Civil War. By the end, a total of 160,000 men were involved in this fierce and bloody battle

Why does the author mention that “Ewell hesitated to attack”?

A. To explain an important mistake by the Confederates

B. To show that the Confederates were afraid

C. To show that Ewell was against the war

D. None of the answers

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 36 to 42.

The Battle of Gettysburg

One of the most important battles of the American Civil War occurred around the small town of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, from July 1 to July 3, 1863. What began as a search for shoes by the Confederate Army quickly escalated into a major battle. As the Confederate soldiers sought new shoes, they unexpectedly encountered Union cavalry stationed west of the town at Willoughby Run, and the battle began. After much fighting and heavy casualties on both sides, the Confederates pushed the Union forces back through the town of Gettysburg, where they regrouped south of the town along the high ground near a cemetery.

Confederate General Robert E. Lee ordered General R.S. Ewell to seize the high ground from the

battle - weary Union soldiers "if practical." Ewell hesitated in the attack, giving the Union troops a chance to establish a stronghold along Cemetery Ridge and then bring in reinforcements with artillery. By the time Lee realized Ewell had not attacked, the opportunity had vanished. Other failures by the Confederates included the generals' opposition to the attack plans and a lack of information about Union defense. This combination of errors allowed the Union forces to win a critical victory in the Civil War. By the end, a total of 160,000 men were involved in this fierce and bloody battle.

Question 37: Why does the author mention that "Ewell hesitated to attack"?

A. to explain an important mistake by the Confederates

B. to show that the Confederates were afraid

C. to show that Ewell was against the war

D. none of the answers

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 .

The Battle of Gettysburg

One of the most important battles of the American Civil War occurred around the small town of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, from July 1 to July 3, 1863. What began as a search for shoes by the Confederate Army quickly escalated into a major battle. As the Confederate soldiers sought new shoes, they unexpectedly encountered Union cavalry stationed west of the town at Willoughby Run, and the battle began. After much fighting and heavy casualties on both sides, the Confederates pushes the Union forces back through the town of Gettysburg, where they regrouped south of the town along the high ground near cemetery.

   Confederate General Robert E. Lee ordered General R.S. Ewell to seize the high ground form the battle-weary Union soldiers “if practical”. Ewell hesitated in the attack, giving the Union troops a chance to establish a stronghold along Cemetery Ridge and then bring in reinforcements with artillery. By the time Lee realized Ewell had not attacked, the opportunity had vanished. Other failures by the Confederates included the generals’ opposition to the attack plans and a lack of information about the Union defense. This combination of errors allowed the Union forces to win a critical victory in the Civil War. By the end, a total of 160,000 men were involved in this fierce and bloody battle

The word “escalated” in paragraph 1 could be best replaced by _______

A. failed

B. ended

C. grew

D. continued