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NGÀY 17/06/2024

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best
completes each of the following exchanges.
Câu 1. Lisa and Jack are at a restaurant.
- Lisa: “_________?”
- Jack: “Yes, I’ll get it for you right away.”
A. Can you lend me your textbook? B. Can you drive me to the airport?
C. Can you hand me the salt, please? D. Can you show me how to dance, please?
Câu 2. Emma and Liam are discussing online behavior.
- Emma: “Some people are disrespectful with their rude comments about the old Literature
teacher on TikTok.”
- Liam: “_________. It’s really unfair to treat someone like that.”
A. I disagree with you. B. I’m not so sure about that.
C. You must be kidding. D. You can say that again.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each
of the following questions.
Câu 3. Her smile was ________ as the sun on a summer day.
A. the brightest B. as bright C. brighter D. the most bright
Câu 4. We’re having spaghetti and meatballs for ________ dinner with garlic bread tonight.
A. an B. the C. Ø (no article) D. a
Câu 5. Peter is very ________ to criticism, often taking it personally even if it’s constructive
feedback.
A. sensitive B. sense C. sensibly D. sensitize
Câu 6. ________ the movie ‘Face Off 7’, everyone in the theatre burst into tears because of the
moving plot.
A. Watching B. To watch C. Watched D. Having watched
Câu 7. Sophia always surprises us with her ability to ________ with creative solutions
effortlessly.
A. let off B. come up C. go down D. fall out
Câu 8. James ________ a promotion for his outstanding performance.
A. has given B. giving C. was given D. given
Câu 9. Tyler intends ________ her research proposal before the deadline to secure funding for
her project.
A. to submitting B. submit C. submitting D. to submit
Câu 10. He followed the doctor’s advice, ________?
A. didn’t he B. did he C. was he D. wasn’t he
Câu 11. Emily ________ a detailed plan to streamline the company’s production process and
improve efficiency.
A. generated B. formulated C. allocated D. regulated
Câu 12. The children _______ in the backyard when it suddenly started snowing heavily.
A. play B. played C. are playing D. were playing
Câu 13. Thich Minh Tue’s thoughts on Buddhism have made a change in many people’s _______
on life.
A. outbreak B. outlook C. output D. outcome
Câu 14. Lily was accustomed _______ waking up early after years of morning workouts.
A. at B. of C. to D. with
Câu 15. _______, we’ll inform you of the delivery schedule.
A. As soon as the shipment will be processed
B. As soon as the shipment is processed
C. As soon as the shipment had been processed
D. As soon as the shipment was processed
Câu 16. My aunt excitedly ________ a compliment on the scarf I knitted for her as a birthday
present.
A. made B. gave C. caught D. paid
Câu 17. He planned to buy a new car for his promotion celebration, but I warned him not to
count his _______ before they hatched.
A. birds B. ducks C. ostrichs D. chickens

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.
Câu 18. A. tribe B. wine C. trip D. lime
Câu 19. A. humble B. heirloom C. husband D. helmet

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.
Câu 20. A. reduce B. appear C. enter D. collect
Câu 21. A. ambitious B. delicate C. interesting D. colorful

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word (s) CLOSEST in
meaning to the underlined word (s) in each of the following questions.
Câu 22. She passed her exams with flying colors because she was diligent in her studies.
A. careless B. ambitious C. negligent D. hard-working
Câu 23. The teacher uses interactive activities to engage the students and make learning
more enjoyable.
A. control B. detach C. involve D. dismiss

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word (s) OPPOSITE in
meaning to the underlined word (s) in each of the following questions.
Câu 24. There was a disparity in the salaries among employees, causing tension in the office.
A. imbalance B. similarity C. addition D. difference
Câu 25. Many families are below the breadline, struggling to make ends meet. They are
unable to afford basic necessities like food and shelter.
A. productive B. affluent C. impoverished D. unsucessful

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to
indicate the correct word and phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 26
to 30.
How Phones Affect Our Sleep
 Your smartphone probably rests right next to you, or even under your pillow every night
when you go to sleep so you’re able to answer calls, texts and emails at a moment’s
(26)___________. However, what may seem like a harmless habit to you – jumping into bed and
opening up your phone – can actually have a big impact on your overall health.
Frist of all, checking your phone stimulates the brain and makes us stay active and awake.
This, of course, does not encourage sleep, (27) __________ is supposed to happen when you are
in a relaxed state.
(28) _________, studies have found that exposure to the blue light that your smartphone screen
(29) __________ can lead to reduced levels of a hormone called melatonin. Melatonin is
responsible for controlling your sleep-wake cycle, so when your body runs low on it, you can
experience insomnia, tiredness during the day, and (30) __________ sleep-related health issues.
(Adapted from health.clevelandclinic.org)
Câu 26. A. alarm B. warning C. caution D. notice
Câu 27. A. who B. that C. what D. which
Câu 28. A. Additionally B. As a result C. However D. For instance
Câu 29. A. disposes B. releases C. emits D. unleashes
Câu 30. A. the other B. another C. other D. others

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 questions from 31 to 35.

(Photo from AP News)

Alejandra Rodriguez, a 60-year-old woman who was competing for the title of Miss
Argentina in the Miss Universe beauty contest, saw her historic journey end on May 25th 2024,
when she didn't secure the top spot.
Rodriguez’s story started in September 2023, when The Miss Universe Organization
announced that it would no longer have age limits for contestants — meaning that any woman
over the age of 18 is eligible to compete. The new guidelines are a momentous change from
the previous limit, requiring women to be 18-28. They also gave Rodriguez the chance to join
and win the Miss Buenos Aires pageant, becoming the first 60-year-old contestant to earn the
title and gaining global media attention. In the process, she beat out 34 others, aged from 18
to 73.
This time, although Rodriguez, who also works as a lawyer and a journalist, didn’t take
home the crown that would have let her represent her country in the international pageant,
she did win the “best face” category. She also remains optimistic that the impact of her success,
along with her message, is resonating. “As a result of what happened to me, I believe a new
door has opened for many people who perhaps did not have it easy.”
While many women praised Rodriguez, others questioned whether she was setting an
unreasonable standard for older women. “It’s contributing to a sense that everyone should be
able to look like this, all 60-year-old women should have the appearance of youth and
freshness, as if they were 25,” said Lala Pasquinelli, an Argentine feminist activist. “If they
don’t, it’s because they aren’t willing to make the sacrifices.”
(Adapted from people.com)
Câu 31. What is the passage mainly about?
A. A big change in Miss Universe rules
B. New beauty standards for older women
C. The story of a special beauty contestant
D. The rise of older beauty queens
Câu 32. The word “They” in paragraph 2 refers to ___________.
A. limits B. contestants C. guidelines D. women
Câu 33. In paragraph 2, what do we learn about Rodriguez’s story?
A. She had wanted to compete for so long but could not due to old rules.
B. No other woman has become Miss Buenos Aires at the age of 60.
C. In the beginning, the media did not think she would be able to win.
D. She was the oldest contestant in the Miss Buenos Aires pageant.
Câu 34. The word “resonating” in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to __________.
A. delivering B. spreading C. sharing D. transmitting
Câu 35. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage?
A. Aside from competing, Rodriguez is also a lawyer and journalist.
B. Rodriguez still feels happy about her results because she won “best face”.
C. People have different viewpoints about Rodriguez’s success story.
D. There are concerns that Rodriguez’s example may be unrealistic for others.

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 questions from 36 to 42.
No matter how emotionally stable we are, there are always times when we feel like
there are too many things to handle. And when we feel overwhelmed, we may react in ways
that do not help the situation at all or even make it much worse. Therefore, it is important to
make sure that you are not oblivious to these patterns and that you know what to do when
they occur.
People often have great ideas about things that would help them like seeing a therapist
or taking a vacation. However, they dismiss them because they think they’re too busy or that
it’s not the best time. When you have good ideas but don’t act on them, it can lead to a sense
of powerlessness or incompetence. Plus, when you don’t act, you miss out on the potential
gains from trying your ideas. Instead of trying to wait until everything is perfect, choose the
best option that’s easily available to you now. Perhaps you don’t have time to research the
best therapists, but you do have time to pick someone who meets some of your criteria and
try a couple of sessions with them.
Feeling overwhelmed is a very natural emotional response. However, sometimes we get
self-critical about this. We think: “I shouldn’t feel overwhelmed by this. It’s not that hard.”
When you’re self-critical, you become more likely to procrastinate, because not only does this
intensify the feelings of overwhelm that already exists, but also evokes shame or anxiety
about having those feelings. Therefore, it is crucial to practice self-compassion, which
basically means taking a more constructive rather than harsh perspective towards your
efforts and mental state, to motivate yourself and help you focus on overcoming challenges.
Denying sources of support is also a problem. Feeling overwhelmed reduces your
emotional energy, which can lead to changes in your behaviour. Maybe you often give your
child long hugs when they come to you, but when overwhelmed you only give them a quick
squeeze. In this case, not only are you missing a chance to restore your mental energy levels,
but they may also notice the differences and feel hurt. To avoid this, identify ways to have fun
with your loved ones even when you’ve got limited emotional energy. For instance, I like to
draw or build things with LEGO blocks with my 5-yeat-old during breaks, as they are simple
things that we both enjoy. Remember: never refuse an opportunity to fill your emotional cup.
(Adapted from hbr.org)
Câu 36. Which best serves as the title for the passage?
A. The Dangerous Impacts Of Being Overwhelmed On Mental Health
B. A Step-By-Step Guide To Recharging Your Own Emotional Battery
C. Dealing With Feelings Of Overwhelm: Self-Compassion Is The Key
D. The Mistakes We Make When Overwhelmed And How To Fix Them
Câu 37. The word “oblivious” in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to ___________.
A. uncaring B. indifferent C. dispassionate D. unmindful
Câu 38. According to paragraph 2, why shouldn’t you delay acting on good ideas?
A. You may not be able to implement them at the proper time.
B. It is a sign that you are both powerless and incompetent.
C. Trying ideas right away may have some advantages.
D. The more you wait, the less effective the idea is.
Câu 39. The word “evoke” in paragraph 3 can be best replaced by ___________.
A. excite B. inspire C. display D. construct
Câu 40. Which of the following is NOT TRUE, according to the passage?
A. We may react in unhelpful ways whenever we feel overwhelmed.
B. Rather than finding a perfect option, we should just pick the easiest one.
C. Criticising yourself for feeling overwhelmed only makes you feel worse.
D. Your behaviour can change when your emotional energy declines.
Câu 41. The word “they” in paragraph 4 refers to __________.
A. child B. hugs C. chance D. levels
Câu 42. Which of the following can most likely be inferred from the passage?
A. In most cases, we do things which only worsens the situation when feeling overwhelmed.
B. Trying out ideas which are less than ideal is still more reasonable than doing nothing.
C. Those who have self-compassion never feel overwhelmed when facing obstacles.
D. Spending time with children is the best way to replenish your mental energy.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of
sentences in the following questions.
Câu 43. The new bestseller was sold out at the bookstore. I missed buying it.
A. If the new bestseller hadn’t been sold out at the bookstore, I won’t have missed buying it.
B. If the new bestseller hadn’t been sold out at the bookstore, I would have missed buying it.
C. If the new bestseller hadn’t been sold out at the bookstore, I wouldn’t have missed buying
it.
D. If the new bestseller hadn’t been sold out at the bookstore, I will have missed buying it.
Câu 44. The Ministry of Education and Training announced the exam results. Students
accessed the website to check their scores immediately.
A. Only after students accessed the website to check their scores did the Ministry of Education
and Training announce the exam results.
B. No matter when the Ministry of Education and Training announced the exam results,
students accessed the website to check their scores.
C. Had it not been for the Ministry of Education and Training’s announcement of the exam
results, students would have accessed the website to check their scores.
D. No sooner had the Ministry of Education and Training announced the exam results than
students accessed the website to check their scores.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each
of the following questions.
Câu 45. An Thinh’s football team, which won against its opponent, leaves the spectators
utterly astounded.
A. utterly B. football C. its D. leaves
Câu 46. She carefully manages her expenses to ensure they don’t exceed their income each
month.
A. expenses B. manages C. their D. month
Câu 47. I would like to have more job satisfaction, and this is my principle reason for leaving
the job.
A. principle B. would like C. satisfaction D. for

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest
in meaning to each of the following questions.
Câu 48. The children are prohibited from playing with toys in the classroom.
A. The children couldn’t play with toys in the classroom.
B. The children won’t play with toys in the classroom.
C. The children mustn’t play with toys in the classroom.
D. The children shouldn’t play with toys in the classroom.
Câu 49. I have been watching videos of Ha Coi for over an hour.
A. The last time I watched videos of Ha Coi was over an hour ago.
B. I have been watching videos of Ha Coi since an hour.
C. I have started watching videos of Ha Coi for over an hour.
D. I began watching videos of Ha Coi over an hour ago.
Câu 50. “Is 5 million dong enough to raise our child per month?,” Jack asked An.
A. Jack asked An if 5 million dong is enough to raise our child per month.
B. Jack asked An if 5 million dong was enough to raise their child per month.
C. Jack asked An if 5 million dong is enough to raise their child per month.
D. Jack asked An if 5 million dong was enough to raise our child per month.