Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

9. A lot of his fans think that the love affair added a little zest to the actor's life.

A. gusto B. adventure C. concern D. spice

10. He has been sitting there with a pensive expression on his face for hours.

A. oppressed B. caged C. thoughtful D. happy

11. What that woman said was just a flat-out lie.

A. white B. transparent C. deliberate D. complete 

* Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
1. I didn’t think his comments were very appropriate at that time.
A. right          B. correct              C. exact             D. suitable
2. Have you found out how much all this is going to cost? Is it expensive?
A. got information about                     B. found by chance    
C. talked to someone about                 D. met someone and asked
* Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
1. A small fish needs camouflage to hide itself so that its enemies cannot find it.
A. cover             B. beautify               C. show                   D. locate
2. I have a problem with my classmates at school and I don’t know who to talk to. I may feel depressed.
A. worried                B. stressed             C. delighted            D. tense

* Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
1. I didn’t think his comments were very appropriate at that time.
A. right          B. correct              C. exact             D. suitable
2. Have you found out how much all this is going to cost? Is it expensive?
A. got information about                     B. found by chance    
C. talked to someone about                 D. met someone and asked
* Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
1. A small fish needs camouflage to hide itself so that its enemies cannot find it.
A. cover             B. beautify               C. show                   D. locate
2. I have a problem with my classmates at school and I don’t know who to talk to. I may feel depressed.
A. worried                B. stressed             C. delighted            D. tense

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

We were surprised to know that over 150000 fans packed into the stadium to support Vietnamese football team.

A. people

B. admirers

C. visitors

D. watchers

Choose A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

14. Despite his broken leg, he went to school.

A. Although                     B. In spite of                        C. Because of                     D. Nevertheless

Choose A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

15. My brother is fond of pointing out my mistakes.

A. likes                             B. knows                              C. supports                         D. hates

Read the following passage and choose A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

Over the last five years, more and more students from the school have taken part in ______ (16) projects, such as tree planting and cleaning the school grounds. But, no matter how much we do, there’s always more that can be done to improve the place where we live.

This year students from the Conservation Club plan to work with local people to make a community garden near the school. As Tim, a student, says: "No one (17) ________ to live in an unattractive area. If we work together, we can turn these areas into spaces that we can enjoy (18) ________ time in." This kind of local action is not just about the environment. It also helps people to get to know (19) ________ neighbors and it can help build stronger communities.

If you care about your town, and you are interested in participating in the project, please contact the school for further information.

16. A. environment                B. environmental             C. environmentally       D. environmentalist

17. A. stay                                B. stays                               C. want                             D. wants

18. A. spending                       B. giving                             C. paying                          D. doing

19. A. her                                  B. its                                    C. their                             D. theirs

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in the meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

I didn’t think his comments were very appropriate at the time.

A. Correct

B. Right

C. Exact

D. Suitable

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

A lot of people think that Angelina Jolie is really hot.

A. cool 

B. unattractive 

C. memorable 

D. beautiful