TEST FOR GRADE 9 - Advanced class (08/01/2024)

I. OEQS
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Question 1: Sheila will inherit everything ________ her uncle’s death.
A. on account of B. in spite of C. in the event of D. in place of
Question 2: Down ________ for three days.
A. the rain poured B. poured the rain C. did the rain pour D. do the rain poor
Question 3: Can I ________ your brains for a moment? I can’t do this crossword by myself.
A. have B. pick C. mind D. use
Question 4: The job wasn’t giving the ________ of the experience he wanted.
A. width B. depth C. length D. breadth
Question 5: The storm ripped our tent to ________.
A. slices B. shreds C. strips D. specks
Question 6: The agency is ________ and not run for profit.
A. charitable B. donated C. voluntary D. free
Question 7: Mike, _______, will you switch off that television!
A. once and for all B. from time to time C. over and above D. now and then
Question 8: The proposal drew many negative comments as it _________ common sense.
A. struck a hard bargain against B. reinvented the wheel of C. threw the book at D. flew in the face of
Question 9: _____________, only people who agree with her are real Jews.
A. We can infer how she is concerned B. Inferred from what she is concerned
C. We can infer that as far as she is concerned D. We can infer what she is concerned
Question 10: She ___________ fainted when she heard that her son had died.
A. rather than B. nothing but C. all but D. near
Question 11: Will development ever be the __ of burden pulling the region out of economic malady?
A. beast B. load C. glutton D. chief
Question 12: We all decreed that ________.
A. there be an end to their quarrel B. their quarrel should put an end to
C. they ended their quarrel then D. their quarrel be coming to an end
Question 13: A conference has been ________ to discuss the organization of a national examination.
A. stirred B. summoned C. initiated D. inaugurated
Question 14: _______ around sunwarmed stones, even the smallest ones create currents of warm air.
A. The cooler the air B. If the air is cool C. That the air cools D. The cool air
Question 15: Judy didn't _______ for a second to agree to Mike's proposal.
A. decide B. linger C. hesitate D. await

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct preposition or adverb particle to complete each of the
Question 16: She travelled the world ________ pursuit ________ her dreams.
A. for - of B. in - of C. in - for D. by – of
Question 17: I must confess I was ________ myself with rage.
A. beyond B. beside C. over D. above
Question 18: Most sociologists agree that discrimination is not peculiar ________ any country.
A. from B. with C. in D. to
Question 19: We remained blissfully ignorant _________ the troubles that lay ahead.
A. towards B. against C. towards D. of
Question 20: He was condemned _________ capital punishment for murder and later hanged.
A. for B. to C. of D. into
Question 21: Most financial analysts have been surprised by the persistence _______ the recession.
A. in B. during C. of D. by
Question 22: The student was incapable _______ the theory even after the professor's explanation.
A. to understand B. of understanding C. for understanding D. in understanding
Question 23: He couldn't conceive __________ a time when he would have no job.
A. up B. for C. of D. Ø
Question 24: Until the constitution is amended __________, the power to appoint ministers remains with the President.
A. for B. of C. up D. Ø
Question 25: The bride's hair was adorned __________ white flowers.
A. with B. of C. on D. A&C are correct
The passage below contains 10 mistakes. Identify them and write their correct forms in the space provided in the column.
A new United Nations report reaffirms what world governments have known and failed to deal with for decades: this climate change is our fault,
is already causing devastation around the globe and will continue to get worsening.
The assessment from the U.N.’s Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) is a up-to-date scientific understanding of planetary
warmth, as well as its current and future impacts. The international consortium of researchers left no room for debate over the cause of the global
crises.
“It is unequivocal that human influence had warmed the atmosphere, ocean and land,” reading a summary for policymakers. “Widespread and
rapid changes in the atmosphere, ocean, cryosphere, biosphere have occurred.” U.N. Secretary General António Guterres called the findings “a
code red for humanity.”
“The alarm bells are deafening, and the evidence is irrefutable: Greenhouse gas emissions from fossil fuel burning and afforestation are choking
our planet and putting billions of people to immediate risk,” he said in a statement.
(Adapted from Huffington Post)
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Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct phrasal verb to complete each of the following sentences.
Question 36: I suppose I could ________ advertising.
A. catch on B. get out of C. go in for D. work out
Question 37: They __________ a two-month tour of the US with a party in Washington.
A. set forth B. brought off C. kicked off D. sallied forth
Question 38: The starter motor was _________ again, which got on my nerves.
A. firing away B. playing up C. sounding out D. harping on
Question 39: Although he always gave the impression he was hard up, it was well known that he had a large amount of money stashed
_________ in the bank.
A. out B. back C. up D. away
Question 40: The government have tried to ________ the price of petrol, but they failed.
A. bring on B. put in C. bring down D. get over
Question 41: She ________ up as soon as I mentioned that Charles was coming to dinner.
A. cheered B. perked C. brightened D. All are correct
Question 42: He just sits ________ all day watching television.
A. about B. over C. on D. by
Question 43: This recent wave of terrorism has ruled ________ any chance of peace talks.
A. down B. off C. out D. up
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct word that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
More than two hundred years ago, the term “environmental pollution” was quite strange to people. They lived healthily, drank (44)
________ water, and breathed fresh air. In those days, industry was not well- developed. Nowadays, the (45) ________ is quite different.
The world today is faced with many (46) ________ threats. The most dangerous threat of all is war, and after the threat of war is (47)
________. People all over the world are worried about things that are happening to the environment. Actually, it is man that is (48)
________ the surroundings with many kinds of wastes from the devices that make human lives more comfortable and convenient.
Everybody knows that cars emit dangerous gases that cause poisonous (49) ________ and cancer, but no one wants to travel on foot or by
bicycles. Manufactures know that (50) ________ from factories make water and (51) ________ polluted, but they do not want to spend a
lot of their money on (52) ________ the wastes safely. (53) ________ rubbish is bad for our health, but no one wants to spend time
burying it. Is it worth talking a lot about pollution?
Question 44: A. fresh B. pure C. clean D. boiled
Question 45: A. situation B. case C. circumstance D. occasion
Question 46: A. chief B. significant C. major D. main
Question 47: A. contamination B. pollution C. dirtying D. poisoning
Question 48: A. poisoning B. destroying C. dirtying D. contaminating
Question 49: A. steam B. vapor C. air D. moisture
Question 50: A. wastes B. junks C. garbage D. litters
Question 51: A. land B. ground C. soil D. earth
Question 52: A. solving B. dealing C. processing D. treating
Question 53: A. throwing B. scattering C. distributing D. pouring
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation
Question 54: A. collect B. operate C. hobby D. volunteer
Question 55: A. maintain B. contain C. obtain D. mountain
Question 56: A. comment B. cement C. mental D. environment
Question 57: A. facilitate B. combination C. encouraging D. nature
Question 58: A. promise B. please C. horse D. lease

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word whose primary stress differs from that of the other three in each of the following
Question 59: A. agreement B. elephant C. miner D. violent
Question 60: A. professor B. typical C. accountant D. develop
Question 61: A. eastward B. frighten C. study D. compare
Question 62: A. discipline B. counterpart C. supportive D. signature
Question 63: A. diversity B. academic C. effective D. communicate
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.
Continents and ocean basins represent the largest identifiable bodies on Earth. On the solid portions of the planet, the second most prominent
features are flat plains, elevated plateaus, and large mountain ranges. In geography, the term “continent” refers to the surface of continuous
landmasses that together comprise about 29.2% of the planet’s surface. On the other hand, another definition is prevalent in the general use of
the term that deals with extensive mainlands, such as Europe or Asia, that actually represent one very large landmass. Although all continents are
bounded by water bodies or high mountain ranges, isolated mainlands, such as Greenland and India-Pakistan areas are called subcontinents. In
some circles, the distinction between continents and large islands lies almost exclusively in the size of particular landmass.
The analysis of compression and tension in the earth’s crust has determined that continental structures are composed of layers that underlie
continental shelves. A great deal of disagreement among geologists surrounds the issue of exactly how many layers underlie each landmass
because of their distinctive mineral and chemical composition. It is also quite possible that the ocean floor rests on the top of unknown
continents that have not yet been explored. The continental crust is believed to have been formed by means of a chemical reaction when lighter
materials separated from heavier ones, thus settling at various levels within the crust. Assisted by the measurements of the specifics within crust
formations by means of monitoring earthquakes, geologists can speculate that a chemical split occurred to form the atmosphere, sea water, and
the crust before it solidified many centuries ago.
Although each continent has its special features, all consist of various combinations of components that include shields, mountain belts,
intracratonic basins, margins, volcanic plateaus, and block vaulted belts. The basic differences among continents lie in the proportion and the
composition of these features relative to the continent size. Climatic zones have a crucial effect on the weathering and formation of the surface
features, soil erosion, soil deposition, land formation, vegetation, and human activities.
Mountain belts are elongated narrow zones that have a characteristic folded sedimentary organization of layers. They are typically produced
during substantial crustal movements, which generate faulting and mountain building. When continental margins collide, the rise of a marginal
edge leads to the formation of large mountain ranges, as explained by the plate tectonic theory. This process also accounts for the occurrence of
mountain belts in ocean basins and produces evidence for the ongoing continental plate evolution.
Question 64: What does this passage mainly discuss?
A. Continental drift and division B. Various definitions of the term “continent”
C. Continental structure and crust D. Scientific analyses of continental crusts
Question 65: According to the passage, how do scientists define continents?
A. As masses of land without divisions B. As extensive bodies of land
C. As the largest identifiable features D. As surgical compositions and ranges
Question 66: In the first paragraph, the word “bounded” is closest in meaning to ___________.
A. covered B. convened C. delimited D. dominated
Question 67: The author of the passage implies that the disagreement among scientists is based on the fact that ________.
A. each continent has several planes and shelves B. continents have various underlying layers of crust
C. continents undergo compression and experience tension D. continents have different chemical makeup
Question 68: The word “specifics” in the second paragraph is closest in meaning to______.
A. specialties B. speculations C. exact details D. precise movements
Question 69: The author of the passage implies that ___________.
A. it is not known exactly how the continental crust was formed B. geologists have neglected the exploration of the ocean floor
C. scientists have concentrated on monitoring earthquakes D. the earth’s atmosphere split into water and solids
Question 70: According to the passage, what are the differences in the structure of continents?
A. The proportional size of continents to one another B. Ratios of major components and their comparative size
C. The distinctive features of their elements D. Climatic zones and their effect on the surface features
II. PHẦN TỰ LUẬN
Use the word given in capitals at the end of each line to form a word that fits in the space.
71. First ____________ are extremely important in the interview process. (PRESS)
72. His attitude towards our teacher today was rude and completely ____________. (DEFEND)
73. In this profession, women ____________ men by two to one. (NUMBER)
74. I didn’t know who it was- with a mask on she was completely ____________. (RECOGNITION)
75. We should arrive two days early in order to ____________. (CLIMATE)
Read the following passage and fill in each of the blanks with ONE suitable word.
THE SKIN
Constituting the largest organ of the body, the skin boasts a surface area of between 15 and 2 square metres in adults. It has a complex structure,
consisting of two main layers which lie on top of an inner stratum of subcutaneous fat. The outer layer, known as the epidermis, is largely made
up of keratinocytes, 76_________ called because they produce the protein keratin. This protein is responsible for 77__________ of the skin’s
durability as 78________ as keeping it waterproof. 79_________ the epidermis lies the dermis, which is about four 80___________ thicker than
the outer layer. This is the ‘powerhouse’ of the skin, containing many supporting tissue, 81__________ with blood vessels, sweat glands, hair
roots and nerve endings. Composed of collagen fibres intertwined with elastic fibres, it helps to keep the skin supple.
The skin is remarkable because it performs so many functions that are essential for survival. Not only 82_________it involved in the regulation
of heat in the body, but also in metabolic functions 83__________ the formation of vitamin D, and the absorption and excretion of certain
substances. 84___________ this, it acts as the main defence barrier against ultraviolet light and invasion by bacteria and chemicals, and has a
talent for repairing 85________ when minor injuries occur in the form of cuts or bruises.
(Adapted from CPE Exam Essentials)
Read the following passage and complete the given task.
THE HISTORY OF THE GUITAR
The word 'guitar' was brought into English as an adaptation of the Spanish word 'guitarra’, which was, in turn, derived from the Greek 'kithara'.
Tracing the roots of the word further back into linguistic history, it seems to have been a combination of the Indo-European stem 'guit-’, meaning
music, and the root '-tar’, meaning chord or string. The root '-tar' is actually common to a number of languages, and can also be found in the
word 'sitar’, also a stringed musical instrument. Although the spelling and pronunciation differ between languages, these key elements have been
present in most words for 'guitar' throughout history.
While the guitar may have gained most of its popularity as a musical instrument during the modern era, guitar-like instruments have been in
existence in numerous cultures throughout the world for more than 5,000 years. The earliest instruments that the modern eye and ear would
recognise as a 'normal' acoustic guitar date from about 500 years ago. Prior to this time, stringed instruments were in use throughout the world,
but these early instruments are known primarily from visual depictions, not from the continued existence of music written for them. The majority
of these depictions show simple stringed instruments, often lacking some of the parts that define a modern guitar. A number of these instruments
have more in common with the lute than the guitar.
There is some uncertainty about the exact date of the earliest six-string guitar. The oldest one still in existence, which was made by Gaetano
Vinaccia, is dated 1779. However, the authenticity of six-string guitars alleged to have been made prior to 1790 is often suspect, as many fakes
have been discovered dating to this era. The early nineteenth century is generally accepted as the time period during which six-string guitars
began taking on their modern shape and dimensions. Thus for nearly two hundred years, luthiers, or guitar makers, have been producing versions
of the modern acoustic guitar.
The first electric guitar was not developed until the early twentieth century. George Beauchamp received the first patent for an electric guitar in
1936, and Beauchamp went on to co-found Rickenbacker, originally known as the Electro String Instrument Company. Although Rickenbacker
began producing electric guitars in the late 1930s, this brand received most of its fame in the 1960s, when John Lennon used a Rickenbacker
guitar for the Beatles' debut performance on the Ed Sullivan show in 1964. George Harrison later bought a Rickenbacker guitar of his own, and
the company later gave him one of their earliest 12-string electric guitars. Paul McCartney also used a Rickenbacker bass guitar for recording.
The Beatles continued to use Rickenbacker guitars throughout their career, and made the instruments highly popular among other musicians of
the era.
The Fender Musical Instruments Company and the Gibson Guitar Corporation were two other early electric guitar pioneers, both developing
models in the early 1950s. Fender began with the Telecaster in 1950 and 1951, and the Fender Stratocaster debuted in 1954. Gibson began
selling the Gibson Les Paul, based partially on assistance from jazz musician and guitar innovator Les Paul, in 1952. The majority of present day
solid-body electric guitars are still based largely on these three early electric guitar designs.
Throughout the history of the guitar, an enormous number of individuals have made their mark on the way in which the instrument was built,
played and perceived. Though some of these individuals are particularly well known, like the Beatles or Les Paul, the majority of these people
are virtually invisible to most modern guitar fans. By looking at the entire history of the guitar, rather than just recent developments, largely
confined to electric guitars, it is possible to see more of the contributions of earlier generations.
Complete the summary. Choose NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR NUMBERS from the passage for each answer.
Instruments similar to the guitar have been played by musicians for over (86) ________ years. What we know about many of these instruments
comes from (87) ________ rather than actual physical examples or music played on them. In some ways, these early stringed instruments were
closer to (88) ________ than the guitar as we know it today. We do have examples of six-string guitars that are 200 years old. However, the (89)
________ of six-string guitars made by guitar makers who are also known as luthiers before the final decade of the eighteenth century is often
open to question.
Although the electric guitar was invented in the 1930s, it took several decades for electric guitars to develop, with the company Rickenbacker
playing a major part in this development. Most (90) ________ electric guitars in use today are similar in design to guitars produced by the
Fender Musical Instruments Company and the Gibson Guitar Corporation in the 1950s.

Finish the second sentence in such a way that its meaning is similar to that of the original one.
91. Although he is industrious, he hasn’t succeeded.
Industrious __________________________________________________________________
92. “You are wearing a beautiful dress today!” Susan said to Mary.
Susan complimented __________________________________________________________
93. My protests were ignored by everybody.
Everybody took ______________________________________________________________
94. I heard her use those words many times.
Many’s _____________________________________________________________________
95. It was more an argument than a discussion.
It was not so _________________________________________________________________

Rewrite each of the sentences below in such a way that its meaning is similar to that of the original one, using the given word.
96. From the educational point of view, his childhood years had been well spent. (TERMS)
____________________________________________________________________________
97. He's very good at tennis and he's also a very good footballer. (ADDITION)
____________________________________________________________________________
98. Why does everything seem to be difficult to me? (ONLY)
____________________________________________________________________________
99. If you work without a break, you are more likely to make an error. (PRONE)
____________________________________________________________________________
100. They were very keen to hear the president’s speech. (EARS)
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