Part 3: A. You are going to read an article about learning from mistakes. Four sentences have been removed from the article. Choose from the sentences A-D the one which fits each gap (1-4). ( 4 points)

A. Learn to talk about your mistakes, at work and at home.

B. They fail to see them as part of the learning process.

C. Then they restart the computer and experiment again. 

D. People who achieve great success then have more to lose when things go wrong.

LEARNING FROM MISTAKES

Have you ever noticed how children are always making mistakes? They do it all the time, and it doesn’t seem to bother them. You don’t learn to walk without falling over. You don’t learn to speak without mispronouncing lots of words. You don’t learn to juggle without dropping balls. But if you create an environment where mistakes are not accepted, then people become frightened of them.(1)......... In these kinds of environment people learn to hide their mistakes, and not to celebrate them as a good thing. If you’re not making mistakes then you’re not learning anything valuable. 

Do you remember the first time you touched a computer? You didn’t want people to watch you as you started to touch the keys. You worried that if you touched the wrong button, you would delete all the important files. Children aren’t like that. They experiment with all the buttons, just to see what will happen. (2)......... And they are learning from every move they make. 
        The fear of success comes later, and we can see this often in successful professionals and leaders. (3).......... So they start to worry, and decide not to take risks. Don’t let this happen to you. (4)........... See what opportunities can arise from you the mistakes you make, and soon you’ll feel happier about yourself.

B. Find words or expressions in the text which mean: (6 points)

1. fall on the ground                                                                        ...................................................

2. say something with the wrong pronunciation                         ...................................................

3. throw and catch three or more balls together              ...................................................

4. the buttons on a computer                                              ...................................................

5. do things that could cause problems                            ...................................................

6. possibilities for things you can do                                ...................................................

1.1.   Read the text below and decide which answer A, B, C, or D fits each space.

Do you want to be fitter and healthier? Would you like to look younger? Do you want to feel (1) relaxed? Then try a few days at a health farm. Health farms are becoming of the most  popular places (3)  _ a short break. I went to Henley Manor for a weekend. It’s (4) largest health farm in the country but it isn’t the most expensive. After two days of exercise and massage  I (5) ten times better. But the best thing for me was the food. It was all very healthy of (6) , but it was expensive too!

If you’re looking for something a (7) cheaper, try a winter break. Winter is the darkest and the coldest (8 ) of the year, and it can also be the (9) time for your body. We all eat too (10) and we don‘t take enough exercise. A lot of health farms offer lower prices from Monday to Friday from November to March.

1.  A. like                 B. more                       C. less             D. similar

2.  A. once               B. first                         C. one              D. none

3.  A. with                B. of                            C. to                D. for

4.  A. the                  B. an                            C. a                  D. x

5.  A. feel                 B. felt                          C. fell              D. fall

6.  A. all                   B. out                          C. course         D. them

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

8.  A. period            B. moment                  C. time            D. part

9.  A. worst              B. good                       C. best             D. great

10.A. many             B. a lot                        C. lot of           D. much

Read the following passage and choose the best option for each numbered blank.

Do you want to be fitter and healthier? Would you like to look younger? Do you want to feel (1) relaxed? Then try a few days at a health farm. Health farms are becoming (2) of the most popular places (3) a short break. I went to Henley Manor for a weekend. It’s (4) largest health farm in the country but it isn’t the most expensive. After two days of exercise and massage I (5) ten times better. But the best thing for me was the food. It was all very healthy of (6) , but it was expensive too!

If you’re looking for something a (7) cheaper, try a winter break. Winter is the darkest and the coldest (8) of the year, and it can also be the (9) time for your body. We all eat too (10) and we don't take enough exercise. A lot of health farms offer lower prices from Monday to Friday from November to March.

26. A. like B. more C. less D. Similar

27. A. once B. first C. one D. none

28. A. with B. of C. to D. for

29. A. the B. an C. a D. x

````30. A. feel B. felt C. fell D. fall

31. A. all B. out C. course D. them

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

33. A. period B. moment C. time D. part

34. A. worst B. good C. best D. great

35. A. many B. a lot C. lot of D. much

Read the passage below and choose one correct answer for each question.

Learning The Basics of Essential Life Skills

Living on your own might be something that you dream of achieving some day, but at the same time, the thought can be scary. You need an income, and then after that you need the survival skills to take care of yourself without anyone there to support you. This guide will help prepare you for that transition so that some day you can live independently. First, create a support network. We need people to be there for us and to also be honest with us and tell us how we can improve ourselves. Preferably, this network will extend beyond family members and include at least one close friend that you trust. Ultimately, when you are living on your own, you might encounter many obstacles you have never thought of and you will want someone there to be supportive of you and to help you as you navigate a life of independence. Second, master your weaknesses. It is a good idea to try and be aware of your weaknesses. If possible, have your close friend tell you what they feel are your biggest weaknesses. It Is also good to know your strengths, but it is your weaknesses that you need to work on. For instance, you might get very focused on playing video games for hours, maybe days at a time. While it is okay to play video games, playing them for days at a time when trying to live on your own can lead to you losing your job and also your house. So, it is important that you recognize your weaknesses and do your best to work with them. Next, learn to balance your schedule. It is important to learn how to do multiple things in a day. You need to be flexible and willing to schedule time for activities, work, and social engagements. Then, live a healthy lifestyle. You should exercise and try to eat healthy. You also have to maintain your hygiene or you might find yourself out of a job. Last but not least, follow your dreams and make them come true. Look through the newspapers and online and find that apartment or house that you desire to live in. Decide that you are going to move out and make it happen. Ultimately, living on your own is something that you have to make happen for yourself. So, decide that is what you want and don’t allow anything to deter you from your goal.

Question: The support network is very important because _______.

A. we don’t have any family member to trust or rely on

B. it helps us to improve ourselves and get over obstacles

C. we may think of obstacles and we want someone to be supportive of us

D. it can help us navigate a life of independence

Read the passage below and choose one correct answer for each question.

Learning The Basics of Essential Life Skills

Living on your own might be something that you dream of achieving some day, but at the same time, the thought can be scary. You need an income, and then after that you need the survival skills to take care of yourself without anyone there to support you. This guide will help prepare you for that transition so that some day you can live independently. First, create a support network. We need people to be there for us and to also be honest with us and tell us how we can improve ourselves. Preferably, this network will extend beyond family members and include at least one close friend that you trust. Ultimately, when you are living on your own, you might encounter many obstacles you have never thought of and you will want someone there to be supportive of you and to help you as you navigate a life of independence. Second, master your weaknesses. It is a good idea to try and be aware of your weaknesses. If possible, have your close friend tell you what they feel are your biggest weaknesses. It Is also good to know your strengths, but it is your weaknesses that you need to work on. For instance, you might get very focused on playing video games for hours, maybe days at a time. While it is okay to play video games, playing them for days at a time when trying to live on your own can lead to you losing your job and also your house. So, it is important that you recognize your weaknesses and do your best to work with them. Next, learn to balance your schedule. It is important to learn how to do multiple things in a day. You need to be flexible and willing to schedule time for activities, work, and social engagements. Then, live a healthy lifestyle. You should exercise and try to eat healthy. You also have to maintain your hygiene or you might find yourself out of a job. Last but not least, follow your dreams and make them come true. Look through the newspapers and online and find that apartment or house that you desire to live in. Decide that you are going to move out and make it happen. Ultimately, living on your own is something that you have to make happen for yourself. So, decide that is what you want and don’t allow anything to deter you from your goal.

Question: All of the following are correct about mastering your weaknesses EXCEPT that _______.

A. you should know both your strengths and weaknesses

B. being aware of your weaknesses helps you avoid big mistakes.

C. your friends can’t recognize your weaknesses for you

D. you should recognize your weaknesses and get rid of them

Read the passage below and choose one correct answer for each question.

Learning The Basics of Essential Life Skills

Living on your own might be something that you dream of achieving some day, but at the same time, the thought can be scary. You need an income, and then after that you need the survival skills to take care of yourself without anyone there to support you. This guide will help prepare you for that transition so that some day you can live independently. First, create a support network. We need people to be there for us and to also be honest with us and tell us how we can improve ourselves. Preferably, this network will extend beyond family members and include at least one close friend that you trust. Ultimately, when you are living on your own, you might encounter many obstacles you have never thought of and you will want someone there to be supportive of you and to help you as you navigate a life of independence. Second, master your weaknesses. It is a good idea to try and be aware of your weaknesses. If possible, have your close friend tell you what they feel are your biggest weaknesses. It Is also good to know your strengths, but it is your weaknesses that you need to work on. For instance, you might get very focused on playing video games for hours, maybe days at a time. While it is okay to play video games, playing them for days at a time when trying to live on your own can lead to you losing your job and also your house. So, it is important that you recognize your weaknesses and do your best to work with them. Next, learn to balance your schedule. It is important to learn how to do multiple things in a day. You need to be flexible and willing to schedule time for activities, work, and social engagements. Then, live a healthy lifestyle. You should exercise and try to eat healthy. You also have to maintain your hygiene or you might find yourself out of a job. Last but not least, follow your dreams and make them come true. Look through the newspapers and online and find that apartment or house that you desire to live in. Decide that you are going to move out and make it happen. Ultimately, living on your own is something that you have to make happen for yourself. So, decide that is what you want and don’t allow anything to deter you from your goal.

Question: Learning to balance your schedule helps you _______.

A. complete your tasks at work, home and in society

B. play video games for hours without worrying losing your job

C. be flexible and willing to recognize your weaknesses

D. learn how to do multiple things at work

Bài 4: Read about Colin. Then tick the sentences which are true. In each group of sentences at least one is true.

Colin goes to work everyday. He leaves home at 8 o'clock and arrives at work at about 8.45. He starts work immediately and continues until 12.30 when he has lunch (which takes about half an hour). He starts work again at 1.15 and goes home at exactly 4.30. Every day he follows the same routine and tomorrow will be no exeption.

At 7.45

a, He'll be leaving the house b, He'll have left the house

c, He'll be at home d, He'll be having breakfast

At 8.15

a, He'll be leaving the house b, He'll have left the house

c, He'll have arrived at work d, He'll be arriving at work

At 9.15

a, He'll be working b, He'll start work

c, He'll have started work d, He'll be arriving at work

At 12.45

a, He'll have lunch b, He'll be having lunch

c, He'll have finished his lunch d, He'll have started his lunch

At 4 o'clock

a, He'll have finished work b, He'll finish work

c, He'll be working d, He won't have finished work

At 4.45

a, He'll leave work b, He'll be leaving work

c, He'll have left work d, He'll have arrived home

Read the passage below and choose one correct answer for each question.

Learning The Basics of Essential Life Skills

Living on your own might be something that you dream of achieving some day, but at the same time, the thought can be scary. You need an income, and then after that you need the survival skills to take care of yourself without anyone there to support you. This guide will help prepare you for that transition so that some day you can live independently. First, create a support network. We need people to be there for us and to also be honest with us and tell us how we can improve ourselves. Preferably, this network will extend beyond family members and include at least one close friend that you trust. Ultimately, when you are living on your own, you might encounter many obstacles you have never thought of and you will want someone there to be supportive of you and to help you as you navigate a life of independence. Second, master your weaknesses. It is a good idea to try and be aware of your weaknesses. If possible, have your close friend tell you what they feel are your biggest weaknesses. It Is also good to know your strengths, but it is your weaknesses that you need to work on. For instance, you might get very focused on playing video games for hours, maybe days at a time. While it is okay to play video games, playing them for days at a time when trying to live on your own can lead to you losing your job and also your house. So, it is important that you recognize your weaknesses and do your best to work with them. Next, learn to balance your schedule. It is important to learn how to do multiple things in a day. You need to be flexible and willing to schedule time for activities, work, and social engagements. Then, live a healthy lifestyle. You should exercise and try to eat healthy. You also have to maintain your hygiene or you might find yourself out of a job. Last but not least, follow your dreams and make them come true. Look through the newspapers and online and find that apartment or house that you desire to live in. Decide that you are going to move out and make it happen. Ultimately, living on your own is something that you have to make happen for yourself. So, decide that is what you want and don’t allow anything to deter you from your goal.

 Question: In order to live independently, you should_____.

A. dream of achieving some day

B. need someone to support you in case of emergency

C. get rid of the thinking that there is no one to support you.

D. have a job and the necessary life skills

II/ Read the passage. Then write True or False for each of the sentences below. (1.5pt)

In the UK we each use about two hundred steel food and drink cans every year. Steel cans are popular because they are convenient, easy to store and unbreakable. But when you have finished with a can what do you do with it? Do you throw it away and forget all about it? Probably! But behind the scenes there are people whose work is to make sure that the steel is never wasted. In fact, recycling or re-using steel cans is so successful that every day of the year more than five million cans start new lives in new steel products.

After you have thrown away your can, what happens? Well, first of all it is collected by the men who empty your dustbin each week and take to a tip, together with all the other household rubbish. Then the rubbish is sorted and the steel cans are taken separately to a special factory which turns old cans into high quality steel. It’s this steel that may well find its way back into your home in the form of knives and folks, garden equipment and, of course, food and drink cans.

So next time you open your fizzy drink, just remember where your can may have been!

23. In the UK people use about two hundred steel food and drinks cans yearly.________

24. Every year there are more than five million cans starting new lives in new steel products_________

25.Cans are sorted and then they are taken to the factory for recycling.___________

26.The steel cans can only be recycled to make into garden household _________

27. The topic sentence of this passage is___________

A. recycle cansB. the recycling of cans C. how to recycle cans D. what is recycle cans

28. The nearest meaning of “its” in line 9 is____________

A. of the cans B. of the steel C. of the homes D. of the knives

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