III. Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that best completes the sentence. 6. Would you like to go to the concert? – “_____. I have a lot of homework to do.” A. All right, let me see B. I’d love to, but I can’t C. No, not at all D. I don’t think so 7. “May I borrow your newspaper?” - ______” A. That’s a good idea B. It doesn’t matter C. Sure. Here you are D. It’s my pleasure 8. You shouldn’t’ spend too _____ time playing computer games. A. much B. few C. many D. little 9. “_____ will clean the classroom tomorrow?” – “Peter and Mike.” A. What B. Who C. When D. Why 10. “_____ is it from here to school?” – “About two kilometers.” A. How far B. How high C. How long D. How often 11. Minh _____ television last night. A. watches B. watchs C. watching D. watched 12. She works hard from morning _____ night. A. in B. at C. till D. before 13. Liz is _____ than her sister. A. beautifulest B. more beautiful C. beautifuller D. most beautiful 14. _____ late! A. No B. Don’t be C. Aren’t D. Not be 15. Would you like some coffee? A. Yes, please B. Of course C. No, thanks D. Both A and C are correct

Question 8: 14. Execuse me, where is the library?

A. It is closed today.

B. Sorry, I am a stranger here, too.

C. The library is open from Monday to Saturday.

D. I usually go to the library.

Question 9: This is the smoking room at this airport. You..................... smoke in this room.

A. Must B. mustn't C.can D. don't have to

Question 10: There's ___________ spaghetti left in the cupboard. Shall we eat it tonight?

A. Some                B. a little                 C. few                      D. little

Question 11: We must continue ______ journey although there are many troubles.

A. our                         B. us                        C. we                    D. ours

Question 12: Money is a/an ................. noun.

A. countable                B. uncountable                  C. counting             D. uncounting

Question 13: The well is…..the left… my house.

A. in-at B. to - of C. to - on D. on - a

1 the second-hand car patrick bought was almost new ..................it was made in the 1990s a or b although c because d however 2 were you able to find the person ..................wallet you fond ? a who b which c whose d that 3 lan : let's go to vung tau on the weekend tom :.................................... a yes , please b yes , let's c that's a fine day d that's a good trip 4 i will give you another hour to ............................. up your mind a give b go c make d take 5 dick ..................in london when i last saw him a is working b was working c has worked d has been working 6 i wish i ........................... a lot of money but i do not a have earned b earn c earned d will earn 7 egypt is famous .......................ancient pyraminds a on b for c from d to 8 designers have taken ..................................... from many things in life a inspiration b inspire c inspired d inspiring 9 dasy : that's an excellent drawing , hoa hoa :.................................... a that's a good idea b thank you c well done d i am sorry 10 that's a nice coat , and the colour .......................you well a suits b matches c fits d agrees 11 linda : would you like some bread ? miss hoa : ................................ i am rather hungry a no , i would not b yes , please c yes , i like d no , thanks 12 tan usually wears uniform ar school . at home , he wears .......................clothes a formal b national c occasional d casual 13 peter : can you come for dinner tonight ? john : ................................. i have a lot of things to do a i agree b i'm afraid not c good idea d it's all right 14 this is the best movie ............................. i have seen a who b whom c where d that

Choose the correct answer to complete each of the following sentences.
31. - "Excuse me, is this seat free?”
A. No, you can’t sit here B. Sorry, it is taken
C. Yes, it is seated by a boy D. Yes, but I don’t know so
32. You should get a license right away; ______, you'll have to pay a fine.
A. yet B. still c. otherwise D. consequently
33. The young man was arrested and______with a variety of offences.
A. accused B. sentenced c. blamed D. charged
34. I don't think it advisable that he __ to the job since he has no experience
whatsoever.
A. will be assigned B. would be assigned
c. should be assigned D. must have been assigned
35. By the time the fire engines arrived, the house ______ to the ground.
A. was burned B. has been burned
c. had been burned D. should have been burned
36. Thomas was ______ of his ability to get work for himself.
A. confident B. confidant c. confidential D. convinced
37. When learning English, many students are not willing to speak ______ making errors.
A. for fear that B. for fear of c. in fear D. in fear of
38. It's typical ______ Peter to waste time when he knows we are already late.
A. for B. about c. with D. of
39. No one can avoid ______ by advertisements.
A. to be influenced B. having influenced
c. influencing D. being influenced
40. That last novel of his is _____ the best he has written.
A. by far B. by itself
c. by all means D. by the

Bài tập 5: Chia các động từ trong ngoặc ở thì quá khứ đơn
A: Where __________________(you go) for your last summer holiday?
B: We _____________(go) to Egypt
A: Oh really? How interesting! _____________________(you/enjoy) it?
B: Oh, yes, we ________________. Paul_________________(love) the Nile River and I_____________(think) the pyramids and all the historical sights_______________(be) fascinating.
A: How long ______________(you/stay)?
B: For 4 weeks. We _________________(be) there for the whole of October
A: How nice! So you __________________(have) lots of time to travel round
B: Yes, we_____________. Well, quite a lot. But we only _______________(see) a few places so I’d like to go again
A: ______________(you/learn) any Egyptian Arabic?
B: I______________ but Paul _______________. I _______________(study) the language for a few weeks beforewe _____________(go). I _____________(find) a good Arabic language cassette in the local library and that ______________(be) helpful

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 following questions from 31 to 38. 

What does it take to graduate from university with a First?

Mark McArdle, first–class degree holder from the University of Lancaster, tells how he did it.

Don’t spend too much time at the student lounge, do turn up for most lectures and tutorials and do submit all coursework – eventually. That, I was told by a PhD student during fresher’s week, was all I needed to do to get a 2:2. For a 2:1, I’d require a better attendance record and have to work harder, but not at the expense of being cut off from civilization. And for a First I would have to become some sort of social outcast, go to even lecture and tutorial (scribbling notes madly), spend every waking moment immersed in academic books, and be among the last to be thrown out of the university library at 10 pm closing time. 

Well, I did not give up my life for study. I didn't attend every lecture and tutorial. I didn’t write down every word spoken in lectures. I didn’t get 80% or more in every essay, project, test or exam. I was usually behind with my reading and occasionally mystified by the syllabus. Sometimes I couldn't be bothered to go to university and stayed at home instead. But I always knew where I was what I had to do and what not to bother with. And I always worked hard on the things that counted: assignments and exams. 

Getting a degree is about learning, but it isn’t just about learning biology, history, English or whatever. It’s about understanding what you need to succeed − what, in fact, the university wants from you and what you will get in return. You have to have a feel for the education market and really sell your inspirations. What does the lecturer want? What is the essay marker searching for? Some students try to offer something not wanted. Others want to give very little − they steal the thoughts of others and submit them as their own. But they all want to be rewarded. Exchange, but don’t steal, and you’ll get a degree. 

I could guarantee every book on my reading list was out on long loan from the university library within five seconds of the list being issued. This was worrying at first, but I quickly learned that it was impossible to read all of the books on an average reading list anyway. I sought shortcuts. Collections of selected readings or journal articles were excellent sources that often saved me the bother of reading the original texts. References in books dragged me all over the place but with all the courses I had to do, there wasn't enough time to be dragged too far. I would flick through the book, read the introduction, note any summaries, look at diagrams, skim the index, and read any conclusions. I plucked out what was needed and made my escape. 

I revised by discarding subject areas I could not face revising, reading, compiling notes, and then condensing them onto one or two sheets of A4 for each subject area. Leading up to the exam, I would concentrate on just the condensed notes and rely on my memory to drag out the detail behind them when the time came. I didn’t practice writing exam questions, although it was recommended. I prefer to be spontaneous and open–minded. I don't want pre–formed conclusions filling my mind.

And nor should you; there is no secret to getting a First – this is just an account of how I got my First. Be a happy student by striking the right balance between working and enjoying yourself. Take what you do seriously and do your best. And, no matter what you do don’t forget to appreciate every day of your university studies: it is one of the greatest periods of your life. 

Glossary: 

University degree classifications in the UK: 

– First class 

– Upper second (2:1) 

– Lower second (2:2) 

– Third class (3) 

All of the following are mentioned about factors that help the writer to succeed at university EXCEPT _______.

A. an understanding of what was required 

B. regular attendance at lectures

C. selective reading

D. well–organizing revision

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 following questions from 31 to 38. 

What does it take to graduate from university with a First?

Mark McArdle, first–class degree holder from the University of Lancaster, tells how he did it.

Don’t spend too much time at the student lounge, do turn up for most lectures and tutorials and do submit all coursework – eventually. That, I was told by a PhD student during fresher’s week, was all I needed to do to get a 2:2. For a 2:1, I’d require a better attendance record and have to work harder, but not at the expense of being cut off from civilization. And for a First I would have to become some sort of social outcast, go to even lecture and tutorial (scribbling notes madly), spend every waking moment immersed in academic books, and be among the last to be thrown out of the university library at 10 pm closing time. 

Well, I did not give up my life for study. I didn't attend every lecture and tutorial. I didn’t write down every word spoken in lectures. I didn’t get 80% or more in every essay, project, test or exam. I was usually behind with my reading and occasionally mystified by the syllabus. Sometimes I couldn't be bothered to go to university and stayed at home instead. But I always knew where I was what I had to do and what not to bother with. And I always worked hard on the things that counted: assignments and exams. 

Getting a degree is about learning, but it isn’t just about learning biology, history, English or whatever. It’s about understanding what you need to succeed − what, in fact, the university wants from you and what you will get in return. You have to have a feel for the education market and really sell your inspirations. What does the lecturer want? What is the essay marker searching for? Some students try to offer something not wanted. Others want to give very little − they steal the thoughts of others and submit them as their own. But they all want to be rewarded. Exchange, but don’t steal, and you’ll get a degree. 

I could guarantee every book on my reading list was out on long loan from the university library within five seconds of the list being issued. This was worrying at first, but I quickly learned that it was impossible to read all of the books on an average reading list anyway. I sought shortcuts. Collections of selected readings or journal articles were excellent sources that often saved me the bother of reading the original texts. References in books dragged me all over the place but with all the courses I had to do, there wasn't enough time to be dragged too far. I would flick through the book, read the introduction, note any summaries, look at diagrams, skim the index, and read any conclusions. I plucked out what was needed and made my escape. 

I revised by discarding subject areas I could not face revising, reading, compiling notes, and then condensing them onto one or two sheets of A4 for each subject area. Leading up to the exam, I would concentrate on just the condensed notes and rely on my memory to drag out the detail behind them when the time came. I didn’t practice writing exam questions, although it was recommended. I prefer to be spontaneous and open–minded. I don't want pre–formed conclusions filling my mind.

And nor should you; there is no secret to getting a First – this is just an account of how I got my First. Be a happy student by striking the right balance between working and enjoying yourself. Take what you do seriously and do your best. And, no matter what you do don’t forget to appreciate every day of your university studies: it is one of the greatest periods of your life. 

Glossary: 

University degree classifications in the UK: 

– First class 

– Upper second (2:1) 

– Lower second (2:2) 

– Third class (3) 

What is the main purpose of the passage?

A. To describe learning experience of an excellent student

B. To emphasize the importance of higher education

C. To suggest ways to deal with assignments at university

D. To point out challenges of studying at university

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 following questions from 31 to 38. 

What does it take to graduate from university with a First?

Mark McArdle, first–class degree holder from the University of Lancaster, tells how he did it.

Don’t spend too much time at the student lounge, do turn up for most lectures and tutorials and do submit all coursework – eventually. That, I was told by a PhD student during fresher’s week, was all I needed to do to get a 2:2. For a 2:1, I’d require a better attendance record and have to work harder, but not at the expense of being cut off from civilization. And for a First I would have to become some sort of social outcast, go to even lecture and tutorial (scribbling notes madly), spend every waking moment immersed in academic books, and be among the last to be thrown out of the university library at 10 pm closing time. 

Well, I did not give up my life for study. I didn't attend every lecture and tutorial. I didn’t write down every word spoken in lectures. I didn’t get 80% or more in every essay, project, test or exam. I was usually behind with my reading and occasionally mystified by the syllabus. Sometimes I couldn't be bothered to go to university and stayed at home instead. But I always knew where I was what I had to do and what not to bother with. And I always worked hard on the things that counted: assignments and exams. 

Getting a degree is about learning, but it isn’t just about learning biology, history, English or whatever. It’s about understanding what you need to succeed − what, in fact, the university wants from you and what you will get in return. You have to have a feel for the education market and really sell your inspirations. What does the lecturer want? What is the essay marker searching for? Some students try to offer something not wanted. Others want to give very little − they steal the thoughts of others and submit them as their own. But they all want to be rewarded. Exchange, but don’t steal, and you’ll get a degree. 

I could guarantee every book on my reading list was out on long loan from the university library within five seconds of the list being issued. This was worrying at first, but I quickly learned that it was impossible to read all of the books on an average reading list anyway. I sought shortcuts. Collections of selected readings or journal articles were excellent sources that often saved me the bother of reading the original texts. References in books dragged me all over the place but with all the courses I had to do, there wasn't enough time to be dragged too far. I would flick through the book, read the introduction, note any summaries, look at diagrams, skim the index, and read any conclusions. I plucked out what was needed and made my escape. 

I revised by discarding subject areas I could not face revising, reading, compiling notes, and then condensing them onto one or two sheets of A4 for each subject area. Leading up to the exam, I would concentrate on just the condensed notes and rely on my memory to drag out the detail behind them when the time came. I didn’t practice writing exam questions, although it was recommended. I prefer to be spontaneous and open–minded. I don't want pre–formed conclusions filling my mind.

And nor should you; there is no secret to getting a First – this is just an account of how I got my First. Be a happy student by striking the right balance between working and enjoying yourself. Take what you do seriously and do your best. And, no matter what you do don’t forget to appreciate every day of your university studies: it is one of the greatest periods of your life. 

Glossary: 

University degree classifications in the UK: 

– First class 

– Upper second (2:1) 

– Lower second (2:2) 

– Third class (3) 

The word “flick through” in paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to _______.

A. search quickly

B. skim

C. borrow

D. read carefully

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 following questions from 31 to 38. 

What does it take to graduate from university with a First?

Mark McArdle, first–class degree holder from the University of Lancaster, tells how he did it.

Don’t spend too much time at the student lounge, do turn up for most lectures and tutorials and do submit all coursework – eventually. That, I was told by a PhD student during fresher’s week, was all I needed to do to get a 2:2. For a 2:1, I’d require a better attendance record and have to work harder, but not at the expense of being cut off from civilization. And for a First I would have to become some sort of social outcast, go to even lecture and tutorial (scribbling notes madly), spend every waking moment immersed in academic books, and be among the last to be thrown out of the university library at 10 pm closing time. 

Well, I did not give up my life for study. I didn't attend every lecture and tutorial. I didn’t write down every word spoken in lectures. I didn’t get 80% or more in every essay, project, test or exam. I was usually behind with my reading and occasionally mystified by the syllabus. Sometimes I couldn't be bothered to go to university and stayed at home instead. But I always knew where I was what I had to do and what not to bother with. And I always worked hard on the things that counted: assignments and exams. 

Getting a degree is about learning, but it isn’t just about learning biology, history, English or whatever. It’s about understanding what you need to succeed − what, in fact, the university wants from you and what you will get in return. You have to have a feel for the education market and really sell your inspirations. What does the lecturer want? What is the essay marker searching for? Some students try to offer something not wanted. Others want to give very little − they steal the thoughts of others and submit them as their own. But they all want to be rewarded. Exchange, but don’t steal, and you’ll get a degree. 

I could guarantee every book on my reading list was out on long loan from the university library within five seconds of the list being issued. This was worrying at first, but I quickly learned that it was impossible to read all of the books on an average reading list anyway. I sought shortcuts. Collections of selected readings or journal articles were excellent sources that often saved me the bother of reading the original texts. References in books dragged me all over the place but with all the courses I had to do, there wasn't enough time to be dragged too far. I would flick through the book, read the introduction, note any summaries, look at diagrams, skim the index, and read any conclusions. I plucked out what was needed and made my escape. 

I revised by discarding subject areas I could not face revising, reading, compiling notes, and then condensing them onto one or two sheets of A4 for each subject area. Leading up to the exam, I would concentrate on just the condensed notes and rely on my memory to drag out the detail behind them when the time came. I didn’t practice writing exam questions, although it was recommended. I prefer to be spontaneous and open–minded. I don't want pre–formed conclusions filling my mind.

And nor should you; there is no secret to getting a First – this is just an account of how I got my First. Be a happy student by striking the right balance between working and enjoying yourself. Take what you do seriously and do your best. And, no matter what you do don’t forget to appreciate every day of your university studies: it is one of the greatest periods of your life. 

Glossary: 

University degree classifications in the UK: 

– First class 

– Upper second (2:1) 

– Lower second (2:2) 

– Third class (3) 

The word “immersed” in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to _______.

A. ploughed

B. absorbed

C. sunk

D. dipped