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Pronunciation (1-4)
Câu 1. Which word has the underlined part pronounced differently from that of the others?
A. alternative B. graffiti
C. apprenticeship D. amazing
Câu 2. Which word has the underlined part pronounced differently from that of the others?
A. disadvantage B. panic
C. timetable D. think
Câu 3. Which word has a different stress pattern from that of the others?
A. homeschooling B. picturesque
C. amazing D. performance
Câu 4. Which word has a different stress pattern from that of the others?
A. appreciation B. qualification
C. educational D. imagination
II. Choose the answer (A, B, C or D) that best fits the space in each question. (5-14)
Câu 5. ___________ is a form of street art that is often considered illegal.
A. Unique B. Attend
C. Unusual D. Graffiti art
Câu 6. I'm ___________ about my friend who hasn't replied to my message.
A. sociable B. upset
C. challenging D. concerned
Câu 7. You _______ be 18 years old to vote in the United States.
A. can B. mustn't C. should D. must
Câu 8. You _______ always look both ways before crossing the street.
A. should B. need C. mustn't D. can
Câu 9. You _______ smoke in a hospital.
A. can B. should C. mustn't D. must
Câu 10. Sarah: "I have a job interview tomorrow." - Tom: "______"
A. You must be worried about that trip. B. Why didn't you tell me about that
person?
C. I think you should wear a funny outfit. D. Good luck! I hope it goes well.
Câu 11. The ___________ building has been standing for over 100 years.
A. historic B. ordinary
C. alternative D. unusual
Câu 12. To learn a trade, you can do an ___________ program instead of going to university.
A. journalism B. management
C. apprenticeship D. enrol
Câu 13. I _______ speak three languages fluently.
A. should B. must C. mustn't D. can
Câu 14. If you don't ___________ the rules, you may get into trouble.
A. cheat B. obey C. conclude D. upset
III. Look at the messages. Choose the best answer (A, B, C or D). (15-16)
Câu 15. What did the person forget at home?

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“Hey, I hope you’re doing well. I realized this morning that I left my calculator at home and we
have a math test today. I was wondering if you could lend me yours for the test? I promise to
return it as soon as the test is over. Thank you so much!”
A. Notebook B. Textbook
C. Calculator D. Pen
Câu 16. What did the person run out of?
“Hi, I hope your day is going well. I ran out of notebook paper and I have a lot of notes to take in
class today. Would it be possible for me to borrow some paper from you? I’ll make sure to return
the favour if you ever need anything. Thank you!”
A. Ruler B. Eraser
C. Notebook paper D. Pencil
IV. Read the following passage and do as direct. (17-22)
Secondary education in the UK normally starts for most students at the age of 11 years old. From
the age of 11-14, students will study a broad range of subjects such as Music, Math, Science,
English, etc. When reaching 14, students usually enter into their first year of a 2-year process
known as your GCSE (or SCE for those who are in Scotland). GCSEs are a set of exams that test
your knowledge. Most schools follow the same method when it comes to GCSEs and you will take
the following core subjects: English, Maths, Sciences (either combined or separate Biology,
Chemistry and Physics). Students typically then select an additional 4 or 5 subjects to take in the
GCSEs.
Câu 17. True or False: Secondary education in the UK starts at the age of 11 for most students.
A. False B. True
Câu 18. True or False: Students in the UK study a broad range of subjects from the age of 11-14.
A. True B. False
Câu 19. True or False: GCSEs are a set of exams that test your knowledge and are taken at the age
of 14.
A. True B. False
Câu 20. True or False: Most schools in the UK require students to take English, Maths, and Sciences
as core subjects for their GCSEs.
A. False B. True
Câu 21. How many additional subjects do students typically select to take for their GCSEs?
A. 6 or 7 B. 4 or 5 C. 8 or 9 D. 2 or 3
Câu 22. What is the name of the exams taken by students in Scotland that are equivalent to
GCSEs?
A. SCE B. ACT C. SAT D. SQA
V. Choose the word (A, B, C or D) that best fits the blank space in the following passage.
(23-28)
In my opinion, ____23___ in school is the best option for young people. While there are ____24___
such as homeschooling or studying online, there are several reasons why school is the ideal place
to learn. ____25___, students have the opportunity to work together and learn from each other,
which helps them to develop social skills. Secondly, schools have a ____26___ day with rules that
students must obey. This helps them to learn the importance of time ___27____ and being prepared
for exams, which will be beneficial for future jobs and society. Finally, schools provide students
with the chance to participate in group activities such as team sports and projects.

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Overall, I ___28____ that students learn best in schools as they have the opportunity to learn in
various ways.
Câu 23. In my opinion, ____23___ in school is the best option for young people.
A. learning B. reading C. working D. teaching
Câu 24. While there are ____24___ such as homeschooling or studying online, there are several
reasons why school is the ideal place to learn.
A. compulsions B. forces
C. musts D. alternatives
Câu 25. ____25___, students have the opportunity to work together and learn from each other,
which helps them to develop social skills.
A. Thirdly B. Secondly C. Finally D. Firstly
Câu 26. Secondly, schools have a ____26___ day with rules that students must obey.
A. structured B. free
C. easy D. flexible
Câu 27. This helps them to learn the importance of time ___27____ and being prepared for exams,
which will be beneficial for future jobs and society.
A. management B. organization
C. making D. seeking
Câu 28. Overall, I ___28____ that students learn best in schools as they have the opportunity to
learn in various ways.
A. believe B. doubt C. guess D. suppose
VI. Supply the correct form of the word given in each sentence. (29-34)
Câu 29. The __________ were excited to receive their report cards and see their final grades. (study)
Câu 30. He went to the gym regularly to __________ his muscles and improve his physical health.
(strong)
Câu 31. The speaker gave a brief __________ before diving into the main topic of the presentation.
(introduce)
Câu 32. The artist used her imagination to __________ a stunning sculpture. (creator)
Câu 33. The young apprentice learned valuable skills from the experienced master craftsman
during his __________. (apprentice)
Câu 34. The team __________ a detailed project proposal and presented it to their supervisor. (plan)
VII. Rearrange the groups of words in a correct order to make complete sentences. (35-
36)
Câu 35. it is already / We don’t / the house because / have to clean / clean.
…
Câu 36. three / the time he / Was he / languages by / able to speak / was five?
…
VIII. Rewrite each of the following sentences in another way so that it means almost the
same as the sentence printed before it. (37-40)
Câu 37. It took Amelia half an hour to draw a picture last night.
Amelia spent ____________________________________________________________
Câu 38. You had better walk carefully on this slippery road.
If I ____________________________________________________________

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Câu 39. Thomas is into playing ice hockey after school. (enjoyable)
Thomas ____________________________________________________________
Câu 40. Making a speech fluently is important for students nowadays.
It is ____________________________________________________________