Extra Speaking Task - Unit 2

ĐỀ SỐ 3

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.

Question 1. A. rough             B. tough                      C. coughing                D. neighbour

Question 2. A. mountain       B. county                    C. wounded                 D. doubtful

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions.

Question 3. A. police             B. fragrance                C. moment                  D. fellow

Question 4. A. anniversary    B. appropriately          C. accidentally            D. opportunity

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.

Question 5. We guarantee that you _____ with the performance of our new washing machine.

A. won't disappoint                                        B. won't be disappointed

C. will disappoint                                           D. won't be disappointing

Question 6. He is one of the most ____ people I have ever met. He never says anything interesting.

A. stressful                 B. preferable               C. amazing                  D. boring

Question 7. A museum should aim to _____ as well as educate.

A. enjoy                      B. entertain                 C. benefit                    D. please

Question 8. How _____ do you have, Mrs. Parker?

A. many luggage         B. many luggages       C. much luggage         D. much luggages

Question 9. I wish I _____ in the countryside right now: I'd go fishing In the river.

A. were                       B. am                          C. can be                     D. would be

Question 10. When a volcano has been long _____ and its vent seems to be closed, it is said to be extinct.

A. acting                     B. active                      C. action                     D. inactive

Question 11. An investigation was made into the accident, _____ fifty people were killed.

A. for that                   B. while                      C. in which                 D. when

Question 12. - "Do you mind carrying this box upstairs?" – “_____”

A. Not at all.               B. No way.                  C. Why not?                D. I do.

Read the following suggestion and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 13 to 16.

Measures to be taken to solve the traffic problem in our city:

1. Different kinds of (13) _____ should be classified for each road.

2. Maximum and minimum speed limits should be imposed on all roads.

3. Drivers should be absolutely (14) _____ to drink before and while driving.

4. Pedestrians should use zebra crossings (15) _____ crossing the roads.

5. Roads (16) _____ bad condition need repairing and restoring at once.

Question 13. A. bicycles        B. vehicles                  C. drivers                    D. users

Question 14. A. forbidden     B. allowed                   C. impossible D. practical

Question 15. A. where           B. before                     C. when                       D. after

Question 16. A. at                  B. for                           C. with                        D. in

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions from 17 to 18.

Question 17. Put the sentences (a-c) in the correct order, then fill in the blank to make a logical text.

Community gardens are becoming more popular in towns and cities. These are shared spaces where people from the community can grow vegetables, fruits, and flowers together. It's a great way to promote healthy living and bring people closer. _____

a. Besides, working in the garden is a fun and relaxing activity: people find it rewarding to plant seeds, take care of the plants, and watch them grow.

b. Community gardens also help reduce stress and build strong relationships between neighbours.

c. Urban farming allows people to have access to fresh and healthy food. In these gardens, people learn how to grow their own food, which can save money and improve their diet.

A. a-b-c                       B. b-c-a                       C. c-a-b                       D. b-a-c

Question 18. Choose the sentence that can end the text (in Question 17) most appropriately.

A. Community gardens are becoming more and more popular in big cities around the world.

B. Urban farming a simple but effective way to improve both health and social connections in a local community.

C. It is convenient for city dwellers to get access to community gardens and do what they like to do there.

D. Urban farming is one of the ways for teens to set up their business and make a lot of money.

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 19 to 24.

Traditional Vietnamese food has always been fresh, healthy, and full of flavour. In the past, most meals were (19) _____ at home using ingredients from local markets or family farms. Rice was (and still is) the main staple food. (20) _____. meals included rice, vegetables, and sometimes fish, pork or chicken. Meals were often simple, but always shared with family.

Today, Vietnamese food has stayed (21) _____ to its roots, but there are some changes. Many families still cook traditional dishes at home, but fast food and Western cuisine are becoming (22) _____, especially in big cities. You can now find pizza, burgers, and fried chicken in many places, along with traditional street food. Supermarkets and online (23) _____ make it easy for people to get both Vietnamese and international food. Despite these modern changes, many people still prefer (24) _____ dishes, and family meals continue to be an important part of daily life in Viet Nam.

Question 19. A. prepared       B. arranged                 C. performed               D. completed

Question 20. A. Original       B. Creative                  C. Typical                   D. Particular

Question 21. A. true               B. truly                        C. trueness                  D. untrue

Question 22. A. as popular                                        B. more popular

              C. less popular                                  D. most popular

Question 23. A. delivery food services                     B. services food delivery

              C. services delivery food                  D. food delivery services

Question 24. A. homegrown                          B. homemade

              C. homestay                                      D. homeward

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to the original sentence in each of the following questions.

Question 25. "Sorry madam, looking after visitors' belongings is not my duty."

A. He apologized for not taking care of visitors' belongings.

B. He said he was not responsible for looking after visitors' belongings.

C. He promised he would take care of visitors' belongings.

D. He asked me if looking after visitors' belongings was his duty.

Question 26. He plays table tennis better than anyone I know.

A. He is one of the good table tennis players I know.

B. I know someone playing table tennis better than him.

C. He is the best table tennis player that I know.

D. I know he plays table tennis better than someone.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is made from the given cues in each of the following questions.

Question 27. garbage collector / take / rubbish / every day.

A. The garbage collector takes our rubbish away every day.

B. The garbage collector takes our rubbish in every day.

C. Garbage collectors took their own rubbish away every day.

D. The garbage collector was taking rubbish from us every day.

Question 28. Avoid/dangerous places/such/windows/bookcases/earthquake

A. Avoid dangerous places such that windows and bookcases during an earthquake.

B. Avoid dangerous places such as windows and bookcases from an earthquake.

C. Avoid dangerous places from the windows and bookcases in an earthquake.

D. Avoid dangerous places such as windows or bookcases during an earthquake.

Read the following sign or notice and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.

Question 29. What does this sign say?

Question 30. Who is this notice meant for?

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 36.

For centuries, humans have wondered if life exists on other planets. With advancements in technology, this question is closer to being answered than ever before. Scientists have discovered thousands of planets outside our solar system, some of which have conditions that could support life. These planets are called "exoplanets," and they orbit stars just like Earth orbits the Sun.

One of the most important factors for life is water. Many scientists believe that if water exists on another planet, life could exist there too. In recent years, telescopes have found signs of water on a few distant planets, raising hopes that we are not alone in the universe.

Another exciting idea is the possibility of life on moons in our own solar system. For example, Europa, one of Jupiter's moons, has a thick layer of ice on its surface. Underneath that ice, there may be oceans of liquid water, which could provide the perfect environment for life to exist.

Even though we have not found life yet, the search continues. Missions are being planned to explore these distant worlds in more detail. In the future, we may discover that life exists in places we never imagined.

Question 31. The word which in paragraph 1 refers to _____.

A. scientists                B. planets                    C. solar system           D. conditions

Question 32. The word distant in paragraph 2 is OPPOSITE in meaning to _____.

A. remote                    B. alone                       C. near            D. visible

Question 33. What can be inferred about the possibility of life on Europa, one of Jupiter's moons?

A. There may be liquid water under Europa's ice.

B. There is absolutely no water on Europa.

C. Europa is too cold for any life to exist.

D. The environment on Europa is perfect for life to exist.

Question 34. Which of the following is NOT TRUE according to the passage?

A. Some exoplanets have conditions that could support life.

B. Scientists have found living creatures on Europa.

C. Telescopes have detected signs of water on distant planets.

D. Europa is a moon that might have oceans under its ice.

Question 35. The word missions in paragraph 3 is CLOSEST in meaning to _____.

A. provisions              B. creatures                 C. tasks                       D. ideas

Question 36. According to the passage, why is water important for finding life on other planets?

A. Water can destroy harmful bacteria on planets.

B. Water makes the planet warmer.

C. Water attracts living creatures from Earth.

D. Water is vital for life, so if it exists, life could exist there too.

Four phrases/ sentences have been removed from the text below. For each question, mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 37 to 40.

One of the craziest festivals in the world is La Tomatina, held in Buhol, Spain. This wild event takes place on the last Wednesday of August and is famous for its massive tomato fight. (37) _____ to participate in this fun and messy celebration.

The festival begins with a big truck delivering ripe tomatoes, and when the signal is given, chaos erupts! (38) _____. It's advisable to wear old clothes because everyone ends up covered in red pulp. The festival started in the 1940s as a way for locals to have fun, (39) _____. After the tomato fight, the streets are washed clean, and everyone enjoys the spirit of friendship and joy. (40) _____; it's a unique way to bring people together and have a fantastic time!

A. LaTomatina is not just a crazy food fight

B. Thousands of people from all over the world gather in the small town

C. and it has grown into a huge event with music, dancing, and laughter

D. Participants throw tomatoes at each other, creating a colourful, soggy scene

Question 37.   _____  Question 38.   _____  Question 39.   _____  Question 40. _____