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ĐỀ THI THỬ SỐ 01 Môn: Tiếng Anh
Thời gian làm bài: 120 phút
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SECTION 1 LISTENING
Part 1. Listen to the recording twice. Choose the correct answer A, B, or C for each of the
following questions.
1. What kind of clothes do Linda’s parents want her to wear?
A. shiny trousers B. tight tops C. casual clothes
2. What is Tom's opinion about Linda's choice of clothes?
A. He thinks that her parents are right.
B. He sympathizes with Linda.
C. He disagrees with Linda’s parents.
3. What do you think Linda will do after talking to Tom?
A. She may start saving money to buy clothes.
B. She may follow her parents' advice.
C. She may offer her parents some advice.
4. Why don't Tom’s parents want him to play computer games?
A. They think some of the games are harmful.
B. They think playing computer games makes him neglect his studies.
C. They think none of the games are useful.
5. What do Tom’s parents want him to do?
A. Play a musical instrument.
B. Do more outdoor activities.
C. Browse the Internet to find information.
Part 2. Listen to the recording twice . Complete the table below. Write one word or a
number for each answer.
COOKERY CLASSES
Cookery Class Focus Other Information
Example how to (6) …………………………. * small classes
The Food....Studio...... and cook with seasonal * also offers (7) ………………………….classes
products * clients who return get a
(8) ………………………….percent discount
Bond’s Cookery food that * includes recipes to strengthen
School is (9) …………………………. your (10) ………………………….
* they have a free
(11) ………………………….every Thursday
The mainly (13) …………………………. * located near the (14) ………………………….
(12) food * a special course in skills with
…………………………. Centre a (15) ………………………….is sometimes
available
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SECTION II: LEXICO – GRAMMAR (7.0 POINTS)
Part 1: Questions from 16 to 35. (3.0 points - 0.15/ each)
Choose the best answer to each question.
16. I had two copies of it originally, but I can’t find ________ one now.
A. another B. the other C. the others D. other
17. Professor Moore doesn’t work at the school ________.
A. also B. too C. still D. any more
18. If only he ________me a chance, I could have told him the truth.
A. could B. has given C. had given D. gave
19. The Chief of police, ________work is very important, takes care of the public safety.
A. who B. whom C. whose D. which
20. She is wearing a ________.
A. short nice nylon skirt B. nice short nylon skirt
C. nylon short nice skirt D. nylon nice short skirt
21. To get touch with someone is ________.
A. to touch him B. criticize C. respect him D. communicate with him
22. The ________ items in the cake are flour, sugar and shortening.
A. alternative B. enviable C. commercial D. essential
23. I hung the picture ________ the fireplace.
A. on B. under C. between D. above
24. Older people rarely approve ________ habits of the youngr generation.
A. for B. to C. of D. with
25. She had changed so much that ________ anyone recognized her.
A. almost B. hardly C. never D. no
26. The teacher was not invited. She ________ come, otherwise.
A. will B. would C. would have D. had
27. Please go to the ________ to look for your hand luggage.
A. lost and found B. barber’s C. butcher’s D. grocer’s
28. He’d better look for a different job, ________ he?
A. shouldn’t B. hadn’t C. better not D. wouldn’t
29. ________ traveling is educational, it can also be stressful and expensive.
A. Since B. Providing C. While D. Even
30. She insisted that the report ________ as his source of information.
A. not be mentioned B. not to mention C. not mentioning D. not mention
31. Don't count your________ before they hatched.
A. ducklings B. chickens C. puppies D. birds
32. The day their first child was bom, the new parents were ________ with joy.
A. overpowered B. overtaken C. overcome D. overthrow
33. By the time you finish your job, everyone ________ home.
A. has gone B. will have gone C. had gone D. was going
34. The ________ child is forever asking questions. He's incredibly curious.
A. acquisitive B. acquitted C. inquisitive D. exquisite
35. ________, he couldn't solve that mathematical puzzle.
A. As intelligent as was he B. Intelligent as he was
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C. So intelligent was he D. Although he is intelligent
Part 2: Questions from 36 to 45. (2 points - 0.2/ each)
Use the correct form of the word in brackets to complete each sentence.
36. All the dancers performed …………………..………….. (attract)
37. It is …………………..…………. to live in the country than in the city. (health)
38. Farmers have to use …………………..…………. to protect their crops. (herb)
39. He is a …………………..…………. scientist although he is still young. (know)
40. The …………………..…………. his father created in him helps him to be a good doctor. (inspire)
41. Those remote areas are still …………………..…………. to the Internet. (access)
42. He made quite a number of …………………..…………. in his career as a footballer. (succeed)
43. The …………………..…………. of knowledge for the young is a policy to follow. (rich)
44. No …………………..…………. details about the celebration have been given. (far)
45. Would you like to go …………………..…………. with us this Sunday? (picnic)
Each of the following sentences has an error. Find the errors and correct them.
46. Most people are surprising to see how rapidly bacteria can multiply under favorable conditions.
47. Little land animals live in the polar regions which covered with snow years round.
48. A dolphin, often called a “porpoise”, is considered to be one of the bright among animals.
49. It looks as if those kids can never keep quietly for just a while.
50. We found an interesting piece of furnitures in that old house we bought.
Part 4: Questions from 51 to 55. (1 point - 0.2/ each)
Fill in each blank with a suitable preposition.
51. Don’t look down …………………..Peter just because he’s not as good at the job as you are.
52. Could you slow ………………….., please. I don’t like driving so fast on country roads.
53. Our car broke …………………..at the side of the highway in the snowstorm.
54. She ran in a marathon last week but dropped …………………..after ten kilometers.
55. Billy hasn't been working; he won't get …………………..his examinations.
SECTION III: READING (6.0 POINTS)

Part 1. Questions 56 to 65 (2 points - 0.2/ each)
Read the passage below and choose the best answer to each question.
Television is one of man’s most important (56) ________ of communication . It brings
(57) ________and sounds from around the world into millions of homes. A person with a
television set can sit in his house and watch the President (58) ________a speech or visit a
foreign country. He can see a war being fought and watch statesmen try to (59) ________about
peace. (60) ________television, home viewers can see and learn about people, places, and
things in faraway lands. TV even takes its viewers out of this world. It brings them (61)
________of America’s astronauts as the astronauts explore out of space. In (62) ________to all
these things, television brings its viewers a steady stream of programs that are (63) ________to
entertain. In fact, TV provides many more (64) ________programs than any other kinds. The
programs include action packed dramas, light comedies, sporting (65) ________and motion
pictures.
56. A. ways B. manners C. means D. fields
57. A. news B. pictures C. characters D. messages
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58. A. make B. speak C. say D. do
59. A. talk B. cause C. bring D. tell
60. A. By B. Because C. Thanks D. Through
61. A. coverage B. lot C. information D. amount
62. A. order B. spite C. addition D. exchange
63. A. used B. designed C. made D. going
64. A. entertainment B. music C. film D. news
65. A. games B. plays C. happens D. events
Part 2. Questions 66 – 75 (2.0 points - 0.2/ each)
Today we take electricity for granted and perhaps we do not realize just how useful this
discovery has been. Steam was the first invention that replaced wind power. It was used to drive
engines and was passed through pipes and radiators to warm rooms. Petrol mixed with air was
the next invention that provided power. Exploded in a cylinder, it drove a motor engine. Beyond
these simple and direct uses, those forms have not much adaptability.
On the other hand, we make use of electricity in thousands of ways. From the powerful
voltages that drive our electric trains to the tiny current needed to work a simple calculator, and
from the huge electric magnet in steel works that can lift 10 tons to the tiny electric magnet in a
doorbell, all are powered by electricity. An electric current can be made with equal ease to heat
a huge mass of molten metal in a furnace, or to boil a jug for a cup of coffee.
Other than atomic energy, which has not as yet been harnessed to the full, electricity is
the greatest power in the world. It is flexible, and so adaptable for any task for which it is
wanted. It travels so easily and with incredible speed along wires and conductors that it can be
supplied instantly over vast distances.
To generate electricity, huge turbines or generators must be turned. In Australia they use
coal or water to drive this machinery. When dams are built, falling water is used to drive the
turbines without polluting the atmosphere with smoke from coal.
Atomic power is used in several countries but there is always the fear of an accident. A
tragedy once occurred at Chernobyl, in Ukraine, at an atomic power plant used to make
electricity. The reactor leaked, which caused many deaths through radiation.
Now scientists are examining new ways of creating electricity without harmful effects to
the environment. They may harness the tides as they flow in and out of bays. Most importantly,
they hope to trap sunlight more efficiently. We do not use solar heaters for swimming pools but
as yet improvement in the capacity of the solar cells to create more current is necessary. When
this happens, electric cars will be viable and the world will rid itself of the toxic gases given off
by trucks and cars that burn fossil fuels.
66. The author mentions the sources of energy such as wind, steam, petrol in the first paragraph
to________.
A. suggest that electricity should be alternated with safer sources of energy.
B. emphasize the usefulness and adaptability of electricity.
C. imply that electricity is not the only useful source of energy.
D. discuss which source of energy can be a suitable alternative to electricity.
67. Before electricity, what was sometimes passed through pipes to heat rooms?
A. Gas B. Petrol C. Steam D. Hot wind
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68. What does the author mean by saying that electricity is flexible?
A. It is cheap and easy to use B. It is used to drive motor engines
C. It can be adapted to various uses D. It can be made with ease
69. What do we call machines that make electricity?
A. Voltages B. Electric magnets
C. Generators or Turbines D. Pipes and radiators
70. The main forms of power used to generate electricity in Australia are ________.
A. atomic power and water B. water and coal
C. sunlight and wind power D. wind and gas
71. The word “they” in the last paragraph refers to ________.
A. harmful effects B. the tides C. scientists D. new ways
72. Electric magnets are used in steel works to ________.
A. lift heavy weights up to ten tons B. test the steel for strength
C. heat the molten steel D. boil a jug of water
73. The advantage of harnessing the power of the tides and of sunlight to generate electricity is
that they ________.
A. do not pollute the environment B. are more reliable
C. are more adaptable D. do not require attention
74. Which of the following power sources causes pollution by emitting harmful gases?
A. Sunlight B. Petrol C. Water D. Wind
75. The best title for this passage could be ________.
A. Types of Power Plants B. Electricity: Harmful Effects on Our Life
C. How to Produce Electricity D. Why Electricity is So Remarkable
Part 3: Questions 76 – 85. (2.0 points- 0.2/ each).
Read the text and think of the word which best fits each gap.
My mother and my father are very different people. Mum is always very calm; not
exactly easy-going, because she (76) …………………..things very seriously sometimes, but she
doesn’t get excited. When we (77) …………………..small she almost never shouted at us. When we
(78) …………………..something wrong, she talked to us about it very firmly, but in a soft tone of (79)
…………………... If we shouted and cried, she made us go and sit (80) …………………..ourselves in her
sewing-room (81) …………………..we calmed down. So when the news came, she reacted in her usual
way, quietly seeing what she could do to prepare (82) …………………..the changes that were coming.
Dad, on the other (83) ………………….., shouted, kicked a chair, and went for along walk to try cool
off. During the next few days he was cross with us, as nothing was our fault. All of our kids
were worried (84) …………………..what was going to happen, and a (85) …………………..afraid, but we
didn’t talk to our parents much. We were also were sad about having to leave all of our school
friends.
SECTION IV. WRITITNG (4 POINTS)

Part 1: Questions 86 – 95. (2 point- 0.4/ each)
Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means the same as the sentence
printed before it.
86. “That’s a lovely new dress, Jean,” said her mother.
 Jean’s mother complimented.........................................................................................................................................................................
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87. I’m absolutely sure he took the money on purpose.
 He couldn’t possibly …………………..................................................................................................................................................................
88. His disabilities didn’t prevent him from sailing around the world.
 Although ………………….................................................................................................................................................................................................
89. You can use it as long as you like, and it won’t wear out.
 No matter………………….................................................................................................................................................................................................
90. The cost of living has gone up considerably in the last few years.
 There …………………...........................................................................................................................................................................................................
91. The boss made them work very hard.
 They ………………….............................................................................................................................................................................................................
92. I am sorry I didn’t succeed in finding the solution.
 If only …………………........................................................................................................................................................................................................
93. I advise you to be patient in this situation.
 If I …………………..................................................................................................................................................................................................................
94. The book was so good that I couldn’t put it down.
 It was …………………..........................................................................................................................................................................................................
95. We stayed in this hotel last summer.
 It is …………………................................................................................................................................................................................................................
Part 2: Questions 90 – 93. (2 point - 0.4/ each)
Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using
the word given. Do not change the word given.
96. Mai caught a bad cold yesterday. (down)
..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
97. He is looking forward to going on the picnic this weekend. (wait)
..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
98. Nobody could possibly believe the story he told us. (beyond)
..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
99. They share a lot of hobbies and interests. (common)
..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
100. The painting is worth $25,000. (valued)
..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
101. My bank manager and I get on together very well. (terms)
..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
102. I was about to leave when you arrived. (point)
..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
103. He didn't succeed in convincing his boss to give him a pay rise. (failed)
..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
104. I won't tolerate his bad manners any longer. (up)
..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
105. Nobody could think of a solution to the problem we were faced with. (come)
..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
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________________ NĂM HỌC ………………………….
SECTION 1 LISTENING
The listening section has 15 questions. There are two parts in this section. You will hear each
part twice. After each part, you will have a twenty-second pause to do.
Part 1. Questions from 1 to 5. (1 point - 0.2/each)
In this part of the test, you will hear a teacher, or other school staff member, talking to
students. Each talk is followed by one question. Choose the best answer to each question.
1. What does the principal want the students to do?
A. Take their books with them
B. Buy another ticket for the concert
C. Get to the gathering place before 3:00
D. Get everything ready for the rehearsal
2. What is the purpose of the talk?
A. To introduce the second-person perspective
B. To illustrate what are singular and plural forms
C. To introduce writing with three different perspectives
D. To stress that the second person perspective and the third person perspective are much
more important than the first-person perspective
3. What is the teacher explaining?
A. The function o f the Dutch Boy Co.
B. The truth that the boy is an Irish American instead of a Dutch
C. The origin of a trademark
D. The method for creating paint
A. To let the students know poetry is nearer to truth
B. To teach the students how to accomplish an art assignment
C. To teach the students how to interpret primary- source content
D. To teach the students how to retell a story from their own perspective
A. To inform students what they are going to discuss
B. To gather shoe prints and dirt
C. To find the materials required by the principal
D. To assist the principal to investigate the crime in person
Part 2. Listen to the recording twice. Complete the form below. Write one word or a
number for each answer.
TAUBER INSURANCE Co.
Example
Answer vehicle
Insurance type:
Policy : (1) ……………………………
Make & Model: Masda Marvel
Engine size: (2) ……………………………cc
Name: Lisa Marie Heathcote
Date of Birth: (3) 22nd of ……………………………- 1955
Password: (4) Jack ……………………………
yes
Change valuation?
NO
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Reduce value to: (5) $ ……………………………
NOTES TO BE ADDED TO POLICY:
Add new driver:
Name: Samuel Michaels
Age: 28
Relationship to main driver:
(6) ……………………………
Reason:
(7) ……………………………
Client/new driver to provide:
Verified (8) ……………………………of driver’s licence
Clean driving (9) ……………………………
Start date: (10) ……………………………cover for 2 weeks from today
Full cover when paperwork approved
16. The use of vitamin ________ and herbs has become increasingly popular among Americans.
A. components B. materials C. ingredients D. supplements
17. Martha, Julia and Mark are 17, 19 and 20 years old ________.
A. respectively B. separately C. respectfully D. independently
18. We walk in streets where the noise of traffic is almost ________.
A. deafened B. deafening C. deaf D. deafness
19. Mr. Smith is a ________person. If he says he will do something, you know that he will do.
A. dependent B. independent C. depending D. dependable
20. Please, will you just tidy your room, and stop ________excuses!
A. having B. making C. doing D. taking
21. He came ________a lot of criticism for the remarks he made in a television interview.
A. out of B. off C. over D. in for
22. She started the course two months ago but dropped ________after only a month.
A. in B. out C. of D. back
23. Laura had a blazing ________with Eddie and stormed out of the house.
A. row B. word C. chat D. gossip
24. As the drug took ________, they boy became quieter.
A. force B. action C. influence D. effect
25. I ________to be enthusiastic but really I didn't like the idea at all.
A. suggested B. objected to C. pretended D. recommended
26. As the two teams left the football ground, the 100,000 _______ gave them a standing
ovation.
A. bystanders B. spectators C. viewers D. audiences
27. Although he is my friend, I find it hard to _______ his selfishness.
A. keep up with B. come down with C. put up with D. catch up with
28. _______saying was so important that I asked everyone to stop talking and listen.
A. What the woman was B. That the woman was
C. The woman was D. What was the woman
29. By 1820, there were over sixty steamboats on the Mississippi river, _______ were quite
luxurious.
A. which many B. many of them C. many of which D. many that
30. - Do you like pop music or jazz? - I don’t like _______of them. I prefer classical music.
A. any B. both C. either D. neither
31. Let’s do something to protect the environment, _______we?
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A. needn’t B. must C. shall D. will
32. The discovery was a major _______ for research workers.
A. break-in B. breakout C. breakthrough D. breakdown
33. My parents lent me the money. _______, I couldn’t have afforded the trip.
A. However B. Therefore C. Only if D. Otherwise
34. It was Mr. Harding _______ the bill to yesterday.
A. who sent my secretary B. to whom my secretary sent
C. that my secretary sent D. my secretary sent
35. It is essential that Alice _______ Tom of the meeting tomorrow.
A. remind B. must remind C. reminds D. will remind
36. The boy was very violent and ……………………………………. (manage)
37. He can never make up his mind. He is very ……………………………………. (decide)
38. Military service is no longer ……………………………………in South Africa. (compel)
39. His parents gave him a lot of …………………………………… in his studies (courage)
40. Children under 12 …………………………………… by an adult can enter for free. (company)
41. We always have a spare room in case visitors arrive ……………………………………. (expect)
42. Even if you’re good at a game, you shouldn’t be ……………………………………. (confident)
43. His …………………………………knowledge is very poor. He thinks Paris is in Italy. (geography)
44. After climbing all day, we were rewarded with a …………………………………view at (breath)
the top.
45. I don't doubt the …………………………………of this new gadget, but we simply don't (effect)
have the money to buy it.
46. It looks as if those kids can never keep quietly for just a while.
47. It is really annoyed to talk to so stubborn a person like him.
48. Don’t worry about her; she just feels like to stay home alone tonight.
49. What I told her a few days ago were not the solutions to most of her problems.
50. The tongue is the principle organ of taste, and is crucial for chewing, swallowed, and speaking.
51. I’m so tired of Sophie showing …………………………her engagement ring all the time.
52. Did the manager deal …………………………that customer’s complaint.
53. A red car has just drawn …………………………in front of our house. Are we expecting anyone?
54. Have you ever come …………………………such an unusual piece of art?
55. Don’t spend the money you won. Why don’t you put it ……………….to buy what you really want?
Vancouver
Vancouver in western Canada is named (56) …………………………Captain George Vancouver of
the British Royal Navy. However, Captain Vancouver was not the first European to visit the
area - the coast (57) …………………………already been explored by the Spanish. Nor did Captain
Vancouver spend many days there, even (58) …………………………the scenery amazed him and
everyone else (59) …………………………was travelling with him.
The scenery still amazes visitors to the city of Vancouver today. First-time visitors who
are in search of breathtaking views are usually directed to a beach about ten minutes (60)
…………………………the city centre. There, looking out over the sailing boats racing across the blue
water, visitors see Vancouver’s towering skyline backed by the magnificent Coast Mountains.
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The city is regularly picked by international travel associations as one of the world’s (61)
…………………………tourist destinations. They are only confirming what the two million residents and
eight million tourists visiting Greater Vancouver (62) …………………………single year are always
saying: there is simply (63) …………………………other place on earth quite (64) …………………………it. It’s
not just the gorgeous setting that appeals to people, (65) …………………………also Vancouver's wide
range of sporting, cultural and entertainment facilities.
Education is more important today than ever before. It helps people acquire the skills
they need for such everyday (66) _______ as reading a newspaper or managing their money. It
also gives them the specialized training they may need to (67) _______ for a job or career. For
example, a person must meet certain educational requirements and obtain a (68) _______ or
certificate before he can practice law or medicine. Many fields, like computer operation or
police work, (69) _______ satisfactory completion of special training courses.
Education is also important (70) _______ it helps people get more out of life. It increases
their knowledge and understanding of the world. It helps them acquire the skills that make life
more interesting and enjoyable, (71) _______ the skills needed to participate in a sport, paint a
picture, or play a musical (72) _______. Such education becomes (73) _______ important as
people gain more and more leisure time.
Education also helps people adjust to change. This habit has become necessary because
social changes today take place with increasing speed and (74) _______ the lives of more and
more people. Education can help a person understand these changes and provide him (75)
_______ the skills for adjusting to them.
66. A. works B. jobs C. actions D. activities
67. A. do B. prepare C. make D. work
68. A. license B. card C. diploma D. paper
69. A. requires B. requiring C. require D. to require
70. A. therefore B. despite C. although D. because
71. A. such as B. for instance C. such that D. for example
72. A. appliance B. equipment C. instrument D. device
73. A. increased B. increasing C. increase D. increasingly
74. A. effect B. affec C. affective D. effective
75. A. with B. for C. in D. to
Read the passage below and choose the best answer to each question
A survey is a study, generally in the form of an interview or a questionnaire, that
provides information concerning how people think and act. In the United States, the best-known
surveys are the Gallup poll and the Harris poll. As anyone who watches the news during
presidential campaigns knows, these polls have become an important part of political life in the
United States.
North Americans are familiar with the many "person on the street" interviews on local
television news shows. While such interviews can be highly entertaining, they are not
necessarily an accurate indication of public opinion. First, they reflect the opinions of only those
people who appear at a certain location. Thus, such samples can be biased in favor of
commuters, middle-class shoppers, or factory workers, depending or which area the newspeople
select. Second, television interviews tend to attract outgoing people who are willing to appear
on the air, while they frighten away others who may feel intimidated by a camera. A survey
must be based on a precise, representative sampling if it is to genuinely reflect a broad range of
the population.
In preparing to conduct a survey, sociologists must exercise great care in the wording of
questions. An effective survey question must be simple and clear enough for people to
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understand it. It must also be specific enough so that there are no problems in interpreting the
results. Even questions that are less structured must be carefully phrased in order to elicit the
type of information desired. Surveys can be indispensable sources of information, but only if the
sampling is done properly and the questions are worded accurately.
There are two main forms of surveys: the interview and the questionnaire. Each of these
forms of survey research has its advantages. An interviewer can obtain a high response rate
because people find it more difficult to turn down a personal request for an interview than to
throw away a written questionnaire. In addition, an interviewer can go beyond written questions
and probe for a subject's underlying feelings and reasons. However, questionnaires have the
advantage of being cheaper and more consistent.
76. What does the passage mainly discuss?
A. The history of surveys in North America
B. The principles of conducting surveys
C. Problems associated with interpreting surveys
D. The importance of polls in American political life
77. The word "they" in line 6 refers to _______.
A. North Americans b. news shows c. interviews d. opinions
78. According to the passage, the main disadvantage of person-on-the-street interviews is that
they_______.
A. are not based on a representative sampling
B. are used only on television
C. are not carefully worded
D. reflect political opinions
79. The word "precise" in line 13 is closest in meaning to _______.
A. planned B. rational C. required D. accurate
80. According to paragraph 3, which of the following is most important for an effective survey?
A. A high number of respondents
B. Carefully worded questions
C. An interviewer's ability to measure respondents' feelings
D. A sociologist who is able to interpret the results
81. The word "exercise" in line 15 is closest in meaning to _______.
A. utilize B. consider C. design D. defend
82. The word "indispensable" is closest in meaning to______.
A. necessary B. complicated C. expensive D. simple
83. It can inferred from the passage that one reason that sociologists may become frustrated
Tiếng Anh with questionnaires is that _______.
A. respondents often do not complete and return questionnaires
B. questionnaires are often difficult to read
C. questionnaires are expensive and difficult to distribute
D. respondents are too eager to supplement questions with their own opinions
84. According to the passage, one advantage of live interviews over questionnaires is that live
interviews _______.
A. cost less
B. can produce more information
C. are easier to interpret
D. minimize the influence of the researcher.
85. The word "probe" in the last paragraph is closest in meaning to_______.
A. explore B. influence C. analyze D. apply
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printed before it.
86. They were late for school because they missed the first train.
@ Because of.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................
87. The students usually hold the concerts at the university.
@ The concerts..................................................................................................................................................................................................................
88. People say that nuclear energy has caused lots of problems.
@ Nuclear energy is....................................................................................................................................................................................................
89. If I were you, I wouldn't tell anybody about the discovery.
 You’d...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
90. You can ring this number whenever there is any difficulty.
 Should.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
91. We regret to inform you that your application has not been successful.
 Much.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
92. The hospital was so big that I couldn’t find my cousin’s bed.
 It was so............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
93. You may get hungry on the train, so take some sandwiches.
 In case..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
94. “I am happy you have passed the final exams. Congratulations!” Tom said to me.
@ Tom congratulated.................................................................................................................................................................................................
95. Although it rain torrentially all day, we all enjoyed the excursion.
@ Despite................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
96. ‘Don't sit in front of the computer for too long,’ our teacher told us. (warned)
 Our teacher …………………………………………………..……………… in front of the computer for too long.
97. We got lost coming home from the leisure centre. (way)
 We couldn't …………………………………………………..……………..…………… from the leisure centre.
98. Mary didn't find it difficult to pass her driving test. (difficulty)
 Mary had …………………………………………………..…………………..…………..…………… her driving test.
99. I always trust Carla’s advice. (somebody)
 Carla …………………………………………………..……………………..………..……… advice I always trust.
100. We appear to have been given the wrong address. (as)
 It …………………………………………………..……………… we have been given the wrong address.
101. I couldn't understand the instructions for this new gadget. (sense)
 The instructions this new gadget didn’t …………………………………………………..……………… me.
102. It’s a pity we didn't do more sport when I was at school. (done)
 I wish that …………………………………………………..……………… more sport when I was at school.
103. He described the hotel to us in detail. (detailed)
 He …………………………………………………..………………………………………………………….… of the hotel.
104. That old typewriter is not worth repairing. (pointless)
@ Repairing …………………………………………………..……………………………………………………………………….
 They have …………………………………………………..……………………………………………………………………….
________________ NĂM HỌC ………………………….
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SECTION 1 LISTENING
Part 1. You will hear an interview, with a woman called Rachel, who is talking about the
shows she puts on for children. Choose the correct answer for each question.
1. Before her children were born, Rachel worked as
A. an art teacher. B. a painter. C. an actor.
2. Who first thought of doing a show at a party?
A. Rachel's husband B. Rachel's children C. Rachel's parents
3. Rachel's neighbour, Lena, helps by
A. making some dolls for the shows.
B. performing in the shows.
C. writing the music for the shows.
4. When Rachel did a play about a lion
A. the children laughed too much.
B. the children were frightened.
C. the children's parents complained.
5. How do Rachel's daughters help her?
A. They show new dolls to their school friends.
B. They think of ideas for new stories.
C. They give her their opinions on her new plays.
6. Rachel thinks her shows are successful because
A. she enjoys doing them so much.
B. she does a show daily.
C. they are suitable for all ages.
Part 2. You will hear a radio programme about a boy called Michael who crossed the
Atlantic in a sailing boat. For questions 7 to 15 complete the sentences with no more than
two words or numbers.
Sailing solo across the Atlantic
* To achieve his record, Michael had to sail a total of (7) ……………..……. kilometres without any
help.
* Michael helped to design his boat which was called Cheeky (8) ……………..…….
* Michael and his father were concerned in case any large (9) ……………..……. came too close to
them.
* All the food that Michael took on his voyage was in (10) ……………..….…. bought at the
supermarket.
* The type of food which Michael missed most on the trip was hot (11) ………………..…….
* Michael enjoyed using his (12) ……………..…..…. to keep track of what his father was doing.
* Michael's favourite pastimes on the boat were using his sister's I-Pod and reading.
* Michael got a fright when a (13) ……………..…..…. fish landed on him.
* The name of the charity that Michael is raising funds for is (14) …………..…..……. in Need
* When Michael sails round the world, he plans to take (15) ……………..…..……. with him in case
he feels homesick.
16. My supervisor is angry with me. I didn't do all the work I ______ last week.
A. should have done B. may have done C. need to have done D. must have done
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17. She is very absent-minded: she ______ her cellphone three times!
A. has lost B. loses C. was losing D. had lost
18. He always ______ the crossword in the newspaper before breakfast.
A. writes B. makes C. works D. does
19. Not until the end of the 19th century ______ become a scientific discipline.
A. plant breeding has B. did plant breeding
C. plant breeding had D. has plant breeding
20. This factory produced ______ motorbikes in 2008 as in the year 2006.
A. twice as many B. as twice as many C. as twice many D. as many as twice
21. In many big cities, people have to ______ up with noise, overcrowding and bad air.
A. keep B. catch C. face D. put
22. Had she worked harder last summer, she ______.
A. wouldn't have been sacked B. wouldn't have sacked
C. wouldn't sack D. wouldn't be sacked
23. Nobody’s got to stay late this evening, _______?
A. is it B. have they C. isn’t it D. don’t they
24. With hard work and study, you can ______ the goals you set for yourself.
A. establish B. succeed C. achieve D. increase
25. I accidentally ______ Mike when I was crossing a street downtown yesterday.
A. kept an eye on B. caught sight of C. lost touch with D. paid attention to
26. ______ entering the hall, he found everyone waiting for him.
A. With B. On C. At D. During
27. I would really ______ your help with this assignment.
A. respect B. take C. appreciate D. than
28. I am considering ______ my job. Can you recommend a good company?
A. to move B. changing C. to change D. moving
29. Can you keep calm for a moment? You ______ noise in class!
A. are always made B. always make C. have always made D. are always making
30. These measures have been taken with a _______ to increasing the company's profits.
A. goal B. view C. reason D. reason
31. Anyone _______ scholastic record is above average can apply for the scholarship.
A. who has B. whose C. with D. has
32. You feel so _______ because there's nothing you can do to make the child better.
A. unhelpful B. helpless C. thoughtful D. helpful
33. I must tell you about my_______ when I first arrived in London.
A. incidents B. happenings C. experiences D. events
34. We have bought some_______.
A. German lovely old glasses B. German old lovely glasses
C. lovely old German glasses D. old lovely German glasses
35. I_______ to see Chris on my way home.
A. dropped back B. dropped in C. dropped out D. dropped off
36. Parents should ……………….…..……. their children from smoking. (courage)
37. It’s hard to buy meat on the island but fish is ……………….…..…….. (plenty)
38. She refuses to work on Sundays because of her religious ……………….…..…….. (believe)
39. We must all help to stop the ……………….…..……. of the ozone layer. (destroy)
40. The health of our children is being ……………….…..……. by exhaust fumes. (danger)
41. The damage caused by the earthquake cannot be imagined. It was ……………….…..…….. (describe)
42. I could see some ……………….…..……. in the trees. (move)
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43. Some designers have ……………….…..……. the ao dai by printing lines of poetry. (modern)
44. These clothes are attractive but entirely ……………….…..…….. (practice)
45. If you are ……………….…..……., you might hurt someone’s feeling. (sense)
46. The air that surrounds our planet is colourless, odour and invisible.
47. It would be both noticed and appreciating if you could finish the work before you leave.
48. Harry, alike his colleagues, is trying hard to finish hart work early.
49. Stand up straight, breathe deeply, hold your head up, and no look down!
50. The rings of Saturn are so distant to be seen from the Earth without a telescope.
51. My anger at him has died ……………….………. since he apologized to me.
52. She knew that society would condemn her ………….…..……. leaving her children
53. This section of motorway will be ………………..……. repair until January.
54. Luckily, my parents were tolerant ………………..……. my choice of music.
55. She has worked for ten years in this fields, so she is very experienced ……….…..……. marketing.
Speech is one of the most important (56) ________of communicating .It consists of far
more than just making noises . To talk and also (57) ________to by other people, we have to
speak a language ,that is, we have to use combinations of (58) ________that everyone agrees to
stand for a particular object or idea. Communication would be impossible if everyone made up
their own language. Learning a language properly is very (59) ________. The basic (60)
________of English is not very large, and not only about 2,000 words are needed to speak it
quite (61) ________.But the more idea you can (62) ________the more precise you can be
about their exact meaning. Words are the (63) ________thing we use in communicating what
we want to say. The way we (64) ________the words is also very important. Our tone of voice
can express many emotions and (65) ________whether we are pleased or angry, for instance.
56. A. reason B. tests C. rules D. ways
57. A. be spoken B. be examined C. be understood D. be talked
58. systems B. sounds C. languages D. talks
59. A. easy B. important C. simple D. expensive
60. A. grammar B. word C. vocabulary D. structure
61. A. fluent B. good C. perfect D. well
62. A. need B. grow C. express D. pass
63. A. main B. certain C. full D. most
64. A. talk B. say C. pass D. send
65. A. show B. ask C. understand D. know
WARNING ON GLOBAL WARMING
Global warming could cause drought and possibly famine in China the source of much of
Hong Kong's food, by 2050, a new report predicts. Hong Kong could also be at risk from
flooding as sea levels rose The report recommends building sea-walls around low-lying areas
such as the new port and airport reclamations. Published by the World Wide Fund for Nature
(WWF), the report, which includes work by members of the Chinese Academy of
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Meteorological Sciences, uses the mostrecent projections on climate change to point to a
gloomy outlook for China.
By 2050 about 30 to 40 per cent of the country will experience changes in the type of
vegetation it supports, with tropical and sub-tropical forest conditions shifting northward and
hot desert conditions rising in the west where currently the desert is temperate. Crop-growing
areas will expand but any benefit is expected to be negated by increased evaporation of
moisture, making it too dry to grow crops such as rice. The growing season also is expected to
alter, becoming shorter in southern and central China, the mainland's breadbasket. The rapid
changes make it unlikely that plants could adapt.
"China will produce smaller crops. In the central and northern areas, and the southern
part, there will be decreased production because of water limitations," Dr. Rik Leemans, one of
the authors of the report, said during a brief visit to the territory yesterday. Famine could result
because of the demands of feeding the population - particularly if it grows - and the diminished
productivity of the land. "It looks very difficult for the world as a whole," he said.
Global warming is caused by the burning of large amounts of fossil fuels, such as coal
and oil, which release gases that trap heat in the atmosphere. World temperatures already have
increased this century by about 0.6 degrees Celsius and are projected to rise by between 1.6
degrees and 3.8 degrees by 2100.
Dr. Leemans said China's reliance on coal-fired power for its indus-trial growth did not
bode well for the world climate. "I think the political and economic powers in China are much
greater than the environ-mental powers, and [greenhouse gas emissions] could accelerate," Dr-
Leemans said. "China is not taking the problem seriously yet, although it is trying to incorporate
this kind of research to see what is going to happen."
The climate change report, which will be released tomorrow, focuse on China but Mr
David Melville of WWF-Hong Kong said some of the depressing scenarios could apply to the
territory. Food supplies, for instance, could be affected by lower crop yields. "Maybe we could
afford to import food from elsewhere but you have to keep in mind that the type of changes
experienced in southern China will take place elsewhere as well," he said. Sea levels could rise
as glaciers melted and the higher temperatures expanded the size of the oceans, threatening
much of developed Hong Kong which is built on reclaimed land. Current projections are that
sea levels worldwide will rise by 15 to 90 centimetres by 2100, depending on whether action is
taken to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
"Hong Kong has substantial areas built on reclaimed land and sea level rises could
impact on that, not only on Chek Lap Kok but the West Kowloon Reclamation and the Central
and Western Reclamation – the whole lot," Mr Melville said, adding that sea-walls would be
needed. Depleted fresh water supplies would be another problem because increased evaporation
would reduce levels. Mr Melville said the general outlook could be helped if Hong Kong used
water less wastefully and encouraged energy efficiency to reduce fuel-burning. He also called
on the West to help China improve its efficiency.
66. Overall, what sort of picture is painted of the future effects of global warming?
A. disastrous B. potentially disastrous
C. relatively optimistic D. on balance things are going to be
satisfactory
67. What is this passage?
A. a report B. a preview of a report
C. an article describing a response to a report D. an article previewing a report
68. Mr David Melville suggests that in future more food could be imported into Hong Kong. He
thinks these measures could be ________.
A. efficient B. sufficient C. insufficient D. inefficient
69. The main point of paragraph 3 is to describe ________.
A. effects of changes in the climate of China on food production
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B. future changes in the climate of China
C. effects of changes in the climate of China on the growing season
D. projected future changes in the climate of China
70. The main point of paragraph 4 is to describe ________.
A. global warming B. the effects of global warming
C. the causes and projected effects of global warming
D. the causes and effects of global warming
71. Why does the writer add the information in square brackets in paragraph 5?
A. because the quote is from a second language user whose com mand of English is not perfect.
B. because, although they are not part of the original quote, the additional information given
is necessary to understand the statement.
C. because the writer is quoting from another source.
D. because the writer wants to emphasize the meaning of these words.
72. In paragraph 7, which point is Mr Melville NOT making?
A. suggesting that there is a potential disaster in Hong Kong
B. suggesting that reclamation areas are at risk
C. criticising current safeguards D. making a call for action
73. How would you describe the Dr. Leeman's attitude towards China?
A. mainly favourable B. critical C. supportive in theory D. admiring
74. In paragraph 2 "negated" is closest in meaning to________.
A. made possible B. made ineffective C. reduced D. paid for
75. In paragraph 7 "depleted" could be replaced by which of the following?
A. reduced B. poor C. decaying D. decimated
My home town
I was born in one of (76) ………………..……. most interesting cities in Malaysia. It has a rich,
colourful history and many parts of the city have hardly changed at (77) ………….…..……. during the
last five centuries. owever, nowadays, it is (78) ……………...……. longer the trade centre that it (79)
……………….….……. to be. It is difficult to imagine that at one time its harbour used to be visited by
over 2,000 ships a week, and hat the huge warehouses along the quayside would have (80)
……………….….……. full of spices and silks, jewels and tea.
The old city centre is small, which (81) ……………….….……. it very easy to explore (82)
……………….…..…. foot. A river neatly divides the town, not only physically but in spirit too. On one
side, you find many grand houses, but on crossing the river, you find yourself in ancient
Chinatown, where you really take a step back into the past.
It is great fun to wander through the colourful, noisy backstreets. As (83) …………….…..……. as
having shops that sell a wide range of clothes and shoes, some of these streets are also famous
(84) ……………….…..……. high-quality antiques. Unfortunately, most of the bargains disappeared
many years ago. However, (85) ……………….…..……. you look around carefully, you can still come
across an interesting souvenir.
printed before it.
86. In spite of the heavy rain, my father went to work.
 Although..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
87. You may be very intelligent, but you should be careful about this.
 No matter.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
88. Immediately after his arrival home a water-heater exploded.
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@ Hardly.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
89. People say he was dismissed last week.
 He................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
90. I'm sure they didn't plan this project.
 They can't............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
91. I really think she should stop ignoring me in meetings
 It's about...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
92. If you changed your mind, you would be welcomed to join our class.
@ Were you.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
93. Success depends on hard work.
 The harder..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................
94. I regret not going to the airport to say goodbye her.
 I wish.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
95. Although he was very tired, he agreed to play tennis.
 Tired.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
96. The TV programme was so complicated that none of the children could understand it. (too)
 The TV programme …………………………………………………………………………….……. to understand.
97. Luke knocked over the old lady’s bicycle by accident. (mean)
 Luke …………………………………………………………………………….……. over the old lady’s bicycle.
98. I’ve already planned my next holiday. (arrangements)
 I've already …………………………………………………………………………….……. my next holiday.
99. They say the ice in Antarctica is getting thinner all the time. (said)
 The ice in Antarctica …………………………………………………………………………getting thinner all the time.
100. We didn’t enjoy our walk along the seafront because it was so windy. (prevented)
 The strong wind…………………………………………………………………………….……. our walk along the seafront.
101. It looks as if Susan has left her jacket behind. (seems)
 Susan …………………………………………………………………………….……. her jacket behind.
102. A newly qualified dentist took out Mr Dupont's tooth. (taken)
 Mr Dupont …………………………………………………………………………….……. by a newly qualified dentist.
103. Antonio only lost the 100-metre race because he fell. (not)
 If Antonio had …………………………………………………………………………….……. won the 100-metre race.
104. The teachers agreed to introduce the new methods. (agreement)
@ There …………………………………………………………………………….……. to introduce the new methods.
105. The fox was unsuccessful in reaching the grapes.(vain)
 The fox…………………………………………………………………………….……. the grapes.
________________ NĂM HỌC ………………………….
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SECTION 1 LISTENING
This is the listening section. There are two parts in this section. You will hear each part
twice. After each part, you will have a ten-second pause to do.
Part 1. You will hear people talking, in 5 different situations. From questions 1 to 5,
choose the correct answer A, B or C for each question. Now, listen to part 1 again..
1. You overhear a woman recommending a campsite.
Why does she recommend it?
A. It's close to tourist attractions.
B. It's in an area of natural beauty.
C. It has a wide range of facilities.
2. You overhear two friends talking about global warming.
How does the girl feel about it?
A. pessimistic about the future
B. surprised at the effects it's having
C. unconvinced that there's a problem
3. You overhear a young couple talking about moving to the country.
Why does the man object to the idea?
A. He wouldn't be able to work there.
B. He'd miss the facilities of the city.
C. He wouldn't be near to his friends.
4. You hear a part of a radio programme about food.
Why should listeners call the programme?
A. to take part in a recipe competition
B. to find out about a cookery course
C. to ask questions about cooking
5. You hear the beginning of a programme about college canteens.
What point is being made about them?
A. The choice of food has improved.
B. Students like the food on offer there.
C. Teachers complain about the quality of the food.
Part 2. Listen to the recording twice. Fill in each blank with no more than two words or
numbers.
BONNINGTON HOTEL REGISTRATION FORM
Date: 17th June
Type of room: (6) ……………………………..
Number of nights: (7) ……………………………..
Special requests: Room overlooking the (8) ……………………………..
Guest details:
Name: (9) Mrs. G. ……………………………..
Home address: (10) ……………………………..Oak Drive
Zip code (11) ……………………………..
Payment Method (12) ……………………………..
Some more details of facilities
- To eat breakfast in the Washington Room, guests present their (13) ……………………………..
- To send e-mails guests can rent a (14) ……………………………..
- The quickest way of getting information about the local theater is ask (15) ……………………………..
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16. My mother is ________ in her use of gas when cooking.
A. economized B. economizing C. economical D. economic
17. A good friend will ________. you when you’re having problems.
A. stand by B. stand out for C. stand against D. stand in
18. My sister is an expert on wildlife and its________.
A. conserve B. preserve C. reservation D. conservation
19. She had changed so much that ________ anyone recognized her.
A. almost B. hardly C. not D. nearly
20. They are ________ their house because they need more bedrooms.
A. increasing B. adding C. extending D. growing
21. Sam was accused of stealing some ________ documents from the safe.
A. confidence B. confidential C. confiding D. confided
22. There’s somebody behind us. I think we______________ .
A. are following B. follow C. have followed D. are being followed
23. The taxi drew ________ at the gate promptly at six o’clock.
A. up B. along C. outside D. over
24. The road was ________ away during the storm last night.
A. flooded B. flowed C. rained D. washed
25. ________ many times I tell him, he always forgets to pass on phone messages.
A. Wherever B. Whatever C. However D. Whenever
26. This is ________ the most difficult job I’ve ever had to do.
A. by far B. by chance C. by heart D. by myself
27. A lot needs ________ to the house before anyone can move in.
A. be done B. doing C. to do D. done
28. Peter:“ I’ve got to go, Betty. So long." Betty:” So long, Peter. And ________.”
A. be careful B. don’t hurry C. take care D. don’t take
29. John:“How lovely your house is!” Jack:“ ________.”
A. I love it, too. B. Thank you, it’s nice of you to say so.
C. Can you say that again. D. Really? It is.
30. Mr. Thomson is one of the most distinguished scientists in his ________.
A. matter B. field C. part D. place
31. There has been a great ________in her English.
A. escalation B. rise C. increase D. improvement
32. The ________of the general election will be known today.
A. result B. decision C. effect D. choice
33. As soon as you buy a car, it starts falling in ________.
A. cost B. worth C. value D. price
34. Boy: “Would you say that English is a global language?” Girl:" ________."
A. Yes, it has. B. I like it.
C. I don’t understand the difference. D. Oh, absolutely.
35. The couple decided to ________every month for their retirement.
A. put some money away B. put some money aside
C. take up some money D. take some money away
36. Britain is increasingly a ………………………….. society. (culture)
37. Her friends take advantage of her …………………………... (generous)
38. I don’t believe in ………………………….. things like ghosts or spirits. (nature)
39. I enjoy ………………………….. with friends and going out at the weekend. (social)
40. Television is an increasingly important means of …………………………... (communicate)
41. When you visit a Thai's house, you will be treated with the best (special)
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…………………………..
42. They used to be ………………………….. enemies, but now they have managed to (reconcile)
bury the hatchet for the sake of mutual benefits.
43. List the problems facing poor and ………………………….. countries. (populate)
44. I think most of the local ………………………….. around here are very friendly. (habit)
45. It is ………………………….. for beginning students to make mistakes in English. (avoid)
46. If either of you take a vacation, we will not be able to finish the work.
47. Everybody in class has to choose a topic of your own to write an essay of 500 words.
48. Building thousands of years ago, the ancient palace is popular with modern tourists.
49. My father asked my elder brother to give off smoking because of his health.
50. It was such funny a film that I burst out laughing.
51. He had a great talent ………………….. singing, and decided to become an opera singer.
52. People ought to be aware ………………….. the damage they are causing to the environment.
53. If you concentrated more ………………….. your school work, your grades would improve.
54. I can’t use my car at the moment. It’s in the garage ………………….. repair.
55. It’s difficult to see the moon in the sky ………………….. day.
Public awareness of the value of recycling materials such (56) _____ plastic, paper, and
glass is increasing daily in all corners of the globe. In some countries these efforts are being
(57) _____ by the local governments and in others, by individuals. Participation in these
programs is at an all-time high. In the small town of Truro in eastern Massachusetts, for
example, space in the local landfillhas run out; therefore, residents have had to think of new
ways to (58) _____ of their trash. With no room for items such as newspaper, bottles, and old
lumber at the land fill, local residents have come up with many (59) _____ programs to recycle
and/ or reuse what was once (60) _____ of as only trash. For instance, yard waste such as leaves
and grass which used to be
thrown in the landfill is now broken down and made (61) _____ compost used by local people
as fertilizer in their gardens. In addition, (62) _____ plastics, newspapers, bottles and cans are
sold to a recycling company, thereby bringing in revenue for the town. The most popular local
innovation, though has been the founding of a “swap shop”. This is a building to which people
bring their unwanted clothing, books, and toys so that others who need them can (63) _____
them. Since there is so much (64) _____ in all the recycling programs, the dump is seen as a
place to meet with friends and neighbors and catchup on local news. There is even an annual
September evening “dump dance”, where locals dance to live music and have picnics by
candlelight at the dump. This has become a high light of the summer vacation season. As
humankind continues to (65) _____ and the population grows, recycling efforts become even
more important. These efforts must continue so that we will soon see new innovations and ideas
concerning the use of recycled materials.
56. A. as B. alike C. with D. like
57. A. introduced B. brought C. initiated D. participated
58. A. disapprove B. dispose C. throw D. discard
59. A. reforming B. progressive C. improved D. innovative
60. A. believed B. regarded C. thought D. considered
61. A. by B. into C. of D. from
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62. A. reproductive B. wasted C. circulating D. recyclable
63. A. take B. offer C. steal D. bring
64. A. distribution B. participation C. approval D. fertilization
65. A. reproduce B. fertilize C. survive D. exist
Lake Baikal, the world’s largest lake, is located in southern Siberia, in Russia. It
measures 395 miles long by 50 miles wide and it has 1,245 miles of coastline. The lake’s rocky
basin consists of three depressions, which hold a total volume of 14,656 cubic miles of water,
20 percent of the freshwater in the world. The lake is also very deep, with its deepest point at
over 1 mile and an average depth of 2,066 feet. Furthermore, scientists have determined that
Lake Baikal is theoldest lake in the world. From sediment obtained by drilling deep down
below the lake, researchers estimate it to be at least 25 million years old.
To scientists, Lake Baikal is of particular interest because of its unique and isolated
ecosystem. More than 1,000 species of plants and animals found at Lake Baikal exist nowhere
else on earth and some can be dated to prehistoric times. Among its unique fauna is the Baikal
freshwater seal. This creature, which local people call nerpa, is the only mammal which inhabits
the lake. Researchers speculate that these seals, which have been breeding at Lake Baikal for 22
million years, are thedescendents of ocean-dwelling seals which migrated inland in search of
food, when the lake was still connected to the sea. Another creature that is unique to this
Siberian Lake is the omu, a fish, which is caught by local fisherman and is considered a great
delicacy.
For centuries, the water in LakeBaikal was so clear that it was possible to see down to
depths of 40 to 60 feet. Several factors contributed to keeping the water crystal clear. First, the
lake contained certain small zoo plankton and small crustaceans that consumed waterweeds,
bacteria, and other material that would otherwise cloud the water. Furthermore, the water in the
lake consisted of rainwater and melted snow that flowed down from a mountain range in about
300 streams and through uninhabited forest. Finally, most of the watershed has a rocky surface,
so the water flowing into the lake did not accumulate mud or organic matter and had little
mineral or chemical content.
66. The word “which” in the first paragraph refers to ________.
A. the rocky basin B. the lake
C. the total water volume D. three depressions
67. All of the following is mentioned EXCEPT that ________.
A. Lake Baikal is the world’s largest lake
B. Lake Baikal is located in Russia
C. Lake Baikal is thedeepest lake in the world
D. Lake Baikal is the oldest lake in the world
68. All of the following are true about Lake Baikal EXCEPT that ________.
A. it has a great variety of fish
B. it is near the sea
C. it has the biggest amount of freshwater in the world
D. it is about 25 million years old
69. Scientists are particularly interested in Lake Baikal because ________.
A. its ecosystem is special
B. the animals there are similar to elsewhere
C. it has more species of plants than anywhere else
D. it is isolated
70. Baikal fresh seal is ________.
A. the only habitants of the lake Baikal
B. only foundin the lake Baikal
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C. has been breeding at the lake for 32 million years
D. a species of plant
71. Omu is mentioned in the passage as ________.
A. a local fisherman B. an animal migrating inland from the sea
C. descendents of ocean-dwelling seals D. an animal uniqueto the lake
72. The water of the lake Baikal is ________.
A. transparent B. toxic C. made of crystal D. used to make crystal
73. According to the passage, there are ________ factors contributing to the clarity of the water
in Lake Baikal.
A. 2 B. 1 C. 3 D. 4
74. The word cloud in the final paragraph can be best replaced by ________.
A. cold B. dirty C. clean D. muddy
75. The water in the lake is from all of the following EXCEPT ________.
A. snow B. rainwater C. streams D. forests
Dealing with waste plastic
Every year people throw (76) ………………….. millions of tonnes of plastic bottles, boxes and
wrapping. These create huge mountains of waste that are extremely hard to get (77) …………………..
of. Now a new recycling process promises to reduce this problem by turning old plastic (78)
………………….. new.
Scientists have taken a long time to develop their ideas because waste plastic has always
been a bigger problem (79) ………………….. substances like waste paper, You can bury plastic, but it
takes many years to break down. If you burn it, it just becomes another form of pollution. A
(80) ………………….. products, for (81) ………………….., bottles, can be re-used, but it is expensive or
difficult to do this with a lot of plastic products.
Now a group of companies has developed a new method (82) ………………….. recycling that
could save almost all plastic waste. Nearly every type of waste plastic can be used: it does (83)
………………….. have to be sorted. In addition, labels and ink may be left on the products.
Everything is simply mixed together (84) ………………….. heated to more than 400 degrees
centigrade (85) ………………….. that it melts. It is then cooled, producing a waxy substance that can
be used to make new plastic products, including computer hardware.
printed before it.
86. You just can't compare the quality of her work with his.
 There's no............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
87. Once upon a time, a beautiful princess lived in a gorgeous castle.
 Once upon a time, in...............................................................................................................................................................................................
88. “No, I won’t give this to anybody else,” Peter said
 Peter promised...............................................................................................................................................................................................................
89. You may get hungry on the train, so take some sandwiches.
 In case.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
90. Thousands of people were unable to get to work because of the bad weather.
 The bad weather...........................................................................................................................................................................................................
91. They arrived very late because they had a flat tire.
 If....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
92. Driving on the left feels strange to him.
 He isn’t..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
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93. He was annoyed because his secretary came late for work.
 He objected.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................
94. Susan started keeping a diary five years ago.
 Susan........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
95. Someone has suggested abolishing income tax.
 It....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
96. The teacher postponed the class trip until the summer term. (off)
 The class trip ……………………………………………………………. the teacher until the summer term.
97. “What is the width of this cupboard?” Rebecca asked her sister. (wide)
 Rebecca asked her sister ……………………………………………………………. was.
98. George spent ages tidying up his room. (took)
 It ……………………………………………………………. up his room.
99. A famous architect designed Dr Schneider’s house for her. (had)
 Dr Schneider ……………………………………………………………. a famous architect.
100. “Peter, you’ve eaten all the ice cream!” said his mother. (accused)
 Peter’s m other ……………………………………………………………. all the ice cream.
101. Jim fell off his bike because he wasn’t watching carefully the way. (paid)
 If Jim……………………………………………….…………. to the way, he wouldn’t have fallen off his bike.
102. We might not find it easy to book a seat at the last minute. (could)
 It ……………………………………………………………..………. us to book a seat at the last minute.
103. It was wrong of you to borrow my jacket without asking. (ought)
 You ……………………………………………..…………….…………. before you borrowed my jacket.
104. They prevented people from entering the house during the investigation. (being)
 They prevented …………………………….……………………………………. during the investigation.
105. It was impossible to start the machine by electricity then. (started)
 The machine ……………………………….…………………………………. electricity then.
________________ NĂM HỌC ………………………….
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SECTION 1 LISTENING
Part 1. Listen to the recording and choose the best answer A, B, C or D for the following
questions from 1 to 5. You will listen to the recording twice.
1. Where is Arches National Park situated?
A. South of the city of Moab B. Northern desert of Utah
C. Southern desert of Utah D. North of the city of Moab
2. When can people visit Arches National Park?
A. In summer B. In winter C. Any time of year D. On rainy days
3. How can people get to some farther arches?
A. By bike B. By car C. By plane D. By train
4. What is NOT mentioned as necessary things we should bring along with when hiking in
Arches National Park ?
A. hiking shoes B. books C. GPS D. detailed map
5. According to the narrator, why should we bring a detailed map along with a compass and/or a
GPS when hiking in this park?
A. To discover farther places in the park.
B. To let other people know your position.
C. To know where you are and find the way easily.
D. To find out new places in the park.
Part 2. Listen to the recording and fill in each blank with one suitable word or numbers.
You will hear the recording twice. One has been done as an example. (10 pts)
One-Way Ticket to Mars Mission
NASA is looking for people to go to Mars, and never come back. This appealing career is
for people who want a permanent change of scenery and planet. It is part of an (6) …………………..
new project to colonize Mars called the Hundred Years Starship. (7) ………………….. would travel to
the Red Planet and live there forever. NASA says it would be too expensive to bring humans
back to Earth. The space agency can afford, however, to send supplies to the (8) …………………..
pioneers. NASA has started the project with a modest $ (9) ………………….., but hopes to attract
investment from space-loving billionaires. Google (10) ………………….. Larry Page told NASA he’d
be interested if they could get the cost of a one-way ticket down from $10 billion to $2 billion.
The journey to Mars could take just four months. Settling on the planet would be (11)
………………….., hazardous, especially the freezing temperatures and carbon dioxide atmosphere.
Many scientists think (12) ………………….. space is essential. Stephen Hawking believes we must
move to other planets to survive as a (13) …………………... He said: “Once we spread out into space
and establish independent colonies, our future should be safe.” Dirk Schulze-Makuch and Paul
Davies call it a “(14) ………………….. goal” and part of our desire to explore saying: “It would
require not only major international cooperation, but a return to the (15) ………………….. spirit and
risk-taking character of the great period of Earth exploration, from Columbus to Amundsen.”
16. I’d like to _____ this old car for a new model but I can’t afford it.
A. replace B. interchange C. exchange D. convert
17. By the end of next year, we _____ this advanced training course.
A. will be finished B. will have finished C. are finishing D. have finished
18. Having passed the entrance exam, _____ go away for a holiday.
A. he is allowing to B. his parents allow him to
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C. his parents allow him D. he is allowed to
19. Although he claims to have lef t his job voluntarily, he was actually _____ for misconduct.
A. dispelled B. dismissed C. released D. resigned
20. Many minerals near the earth’s surface exist in small _____.
A. amounts B. number C. numbers D. amount
21. The director retired early _____ ill -health.
A. on account of B. ahead of C. on behalf of D. in front of
22. Coffee is the second most valuable ________ after oil
A. ware B. production C. producing D. commodity
23. The government is determined to ________terrorism.
A. put the stop to B. put stop to C. put stops to D. put a stop to
24. Out ________for a walk after she finished doing her homework
A. did Mary go B. Mary went C. Mary did go D. went Mary
25. Lucia was surprised when her guests ________late for the party
A. came up B. turned up C. looked up D. put up
26. He's left his book at home; he's always so________.
A. forgetful B. forgettable C. forgotten D. forgetting
27. We are going to build a fence around the field with________to breeding sheep and cattle
A. a goal B. an outlook C. a reason D. a view
28. When his parents are away, his oldest brother ________.
A. knocks it off B. calls the shots C. draws the line D. is in the same boat
29. If he had been more careful, he ________.
A. won’t fall B. wouldn’t fall C. wouldn’t have fallen D. would haven’t
fallen
30. We should participate in the movements________the natural environment.
A. organizing to conserve B. organized conserving
C. which organize to conserve D. organized to conserve
31. Over 20 years ________but I never forgot the time we first met each other.
A. have gone down B. have gone up C. has gone by D. has gone out
32. The new manager explained to the staff that she hoped to ________new procedures to save time
and money.
A. manufacture B. establish C. control D. restore
33. I don’t think you have been watering the plants near the gate. The soil is ________.
A. as dry as rice B. as dry as a tile C. as dry as a bone D. as dry as wood
34. The company has just got a big order and the workers are working round the ________.
A. day B. clock C. hour D. night
35. The university is proud of their students, ________earn national recognition.
A. many of who B. many of whom C. many of that D. many of them
36. After the storm life ………………….. got back to normal. (quick)
37. The music show was really …………………... (entertain)
38. We are waiting to have the new ………………….. installed. (equip)
39. He expressed strong ………………….. to the plan. (object)
40. Many young people ………………….. work for charity organization. (volunteer)
41. There are some music ………………….. between the two lectures. (perform)
42. The ………………….. of Vietnamese trademarks has been remarkably increasing. (popular)
43. It is important to create a safe, ………………….. ………environment for children. (threat)
44. He was an ………………….. successful mayor from 1981 to 1984. (stand)
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45. They were unprepared to accept all of the conditions of the contract. (prepare)
46. Unless we polish metals frequently, they rust or tarnish when exposure to air.
47. Will Linh mind if I took his motorbike without asking him?
48. Julie failed her driving test because she hasn’t practiced enough.
49. Several people have apparent tried to change the man’s mind, but he refuses to listen.
50. The teacher found a great deal of mistakes in his students’ writing.
51. Going to Australia has always appealed ………………….. me.
52. Jamie insisted ………………….. helping me clean up after the party.
53. The winning numbers for the National Lottery are chosen ………………….. random.
54. I’ve known her ………………….. sight for a long time, but I haven’t been introduced to her yet.
55. Although there isn’t a ban ……….….. cars, they prefer people to use public transport to get to
work.
Society has changed in many ways since the (56) ________ of computers, and
people’s lives at home and at the office have been (57) ________. Most people are working
for fewer hours per week than they used to, and manufacturers and advertising agencies are
becoming much more interested in how people spend this extra leisure time. One recent
report stated that, (58) ________ the number of hobbies had not increased, each hobby had
become much more specialized.
A second finding is that nowadays, many managers would (59) ________ spend time
with their families than stay late in the office every day. Home life is seen (60) ________ as
important as working. Some companies now make managers take their annual holidays (61)
________ they don’t want to, because this leads to quite an improvement in their (62)
________ if they have some rest.
(63) ________ these changes, some people are working harder than (64) ________.
The standard of exams is getting higher, and increased competition is making it harder to get
into university than it was 20 years ago. Schoolchildren and students are now having to work
(65) ________ hard that in many cases they work longer hours than their parents.
56. A. existence B. introduction C. recommendation D. manufacture
57. A. damaged B. changed C. transferred D. affected
58. A. since B. if C. although D. because
59. A. like B. rather C. better D. prefer
60. A. be B. being C. to be D. been
61. A. unless B. however C. as D. even if
62. A. performance B. rehearsal C. display D. expression
63. A. In addition to B. Instead of C. In spite of D. In place of
64. A. ever before B. lately C. ever since D. never before
65. A. very B. too C. as D. so
It was once believed that being overweight was healthy, but nowadays few people subscribe
to this viewpoint. While many people are fighting the battle to reduce weight, studies are being
conducted concerning the appetitle and how it is controlled by both emotional and biochemical
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factors. Some of the conclusions of these studies may give insights into how to deal with weight
prolems. For example, when several hundred people were asked about their eating habits in
times of stress, 44 percent said they reacted to stressful situations by eating. Further
investigations with both humans and animals indicated that it is not food which relieves tension
but rather the act of chewing.
A test in which subjects were blindfolded showed that obese people have a keener sense of
taste and crave more flavorful food than non-obese people. When deprived of the variety and
intensity of tastes, obese peole are not satisfied and consequently eat more to fulfill this need.
Blood samples taken from people after they were shown a picture of food revealed that
overweight people reacted with an increase in blood insulin, a chemical associated with
appetite. This did not happen to average-weight people.
In another experiment, results showed that certain people have a specific, biologically
induced hunger for carbohydrates. Eating carbohydrates raise the level of serotonin, a
neurotransmitter in the brain. Enough serotonin produces a sense of satiation, and hunger for
carbohydrates subsides.
Exercise has been recommended as an important part of a weight-loss program. However, it
has been found that mild exercise, such as using the stairs instead of the elevator, is better in the
long run than taking on a strenuous program, such as jogging, which many people find difficult
to continue over long periods of time and which also increases appetite.
(Adapted from Cambridge Preparation for the TOEFL Test by Jolene Gear)
66. “Subscribe to” in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to __________.
A. disagree with B. agree with C. object to D. like
67. The word” crave” in bold in paragraph 2, can best be replaced with __________.
A. devour B. absorb C. season D. desire
68. It can be inferred from the passage that __________.
A. overweight people are tense
B. thin people don’t eat when under stress
C. weight watchers should chew on something inedible when tense
D. 56 percent of the population isn’t overweight
A. thin people don’t emjoy food
B. a variety of foods and strong flavors satisfy heavy people
C. overweight people have an abnormal sense of taste
D. deprivation of food makes people fat
70. According to the passage, insulin __________.
A. increases in the bloodstream when people eat large amounts of food
B. can be used to lessen the appetite
C. causes a chemical reaction when food is seen
D. levels don’t change in average-weight people who see food
71. It can be inferred that for certain people __________.
A. eating carbohydrates eliminates hunger
B. carbohydrates biologically induce hunger
C. carbohydrates don’t satisfy a hungry person
D. carbohydrates subside when serotonin is produced
72. What can be said about serotonin?
A. It is a chemical that increases the appetite
B. Only certain people produce it in their brains
C. It tells the brain when a person is full
D. It neurotransmits carbohydrates to the brain
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73. The word ‘mild’ in the last paragraph can best be replaced with __________.
A. important B. hard C. heavy D. light
74. In order to lose weight, it would be a good idea for heavy people to __________.
A. jog 3 miles daily and chew on carrot sticks
B. walk up stairs and look at pictures of food
C. eat plenty of chewy carbohydrates
D. avoid stressful situations and eat spicy foods
75. Which one of the following exercises might be best for an overweight person to engage in
daily?
A. 10-mile bicycle rides B. cross- country skiing
C. a long swim D. an evening walk
There are about 3,000 living languages in the world, but only six of them are the (76)
………………….. important ones. Two-thirds of the world’s population speaks (77) …………………..
languages. More than 400 million people speak English (78) ………………….. their mother tongue.
Another 400 million speak it as a second language. No one knows (79) ………………….. many people
speak it as a foreign language. Chinese is the language with more speakers (80) …………………..
English, but it is only the language for over one billion Chinese people. English is the ( 81)
………………….. language on one-fifth of the land area the world over. It is (82) ………………….. in North
America, Great Britain, Australia, and New Zealand. In South Africa and India, it is one of the
official languages. In many countries, the textbooks in universities are (83) ………………….. in
English. More than three-fifths of the radio stations (84) ………………….. programs in English. More
than half of the scientific and research journals are (85) ………………….. English. English is the
language of international communication.
printed before it.
86. He hasn’t written to his parents for two months.
 The last time...............................................................................................................................................................................................
87. I would like you to help me to put these things away.
 Would ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
77. The boring documentary made her feel asleep.
 The documentary was so.................................................................................................................................................................................
89. Life is meaningless if we don’t live for others.
 Unless ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
90. People say that Jenny lived in Texas, America for 8 years.
 Jenny.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
91. They don’t let anyone enter the area.
 Nobody...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
92. It rained heavily, so the football match was cancelled.
 But for.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
93. Kate is the only real friend that Dolly has.
 Except..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
94. They recommended opening new factories in the depressed area.
 They.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
95. She never seems to succeed even though she studies much.
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 Much.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
96. As a result of the strong wind last night, several tiles came off the roof. (because)
 Several tiles came off the roof ………………………………………………….. so strong last night.
97. Simona last wrote to me seven months ago. (heard)
 I ………………………………………………….. Simona for seven months.
98. I don’t recommend hiring skis at this shop. (advisable)
 It’s ………………………………………………….. skis at this shop.
99. Mike's father started the company that Mike now runs. (set)
 The company that Mike now runs ………………………………………………….. his father.
100. The number of car owners has risen over the past five years. (rise)
 Over the past five years, there ………………………………………………….. in the number of car owners.
101. Naomi said that she would never talk to anyone else about the matter. (discuss)
 Naomi promised never ………………………………………………………….. anyone else.
102. “This is the best hotel I’ve ever stayed in” my colleague said. (never)
 “I’ve …………………………………………………………….. a good hotel.” my colleague said.
103. There were very few people at the concert last night. (came)
 Hardly ………………………………………….………………….. the concert last night.
104. Why has he put off all the meetings recently? (been)
 Why …………………………….……………………………………….. recently?
105. It is advisable to type your application immediately. (be)
 It is advisable that your ……………………….…………………………………….. immediately.
________________ NĂM HỌC ………………………….
SECTION 1 LISTENING
Part 1. Listen to the recording twice. Decide whether each sentence is true or false.
1. Parents sometimes find it hard to talk to their teenage children. ………………..
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2. Teenagers always like talking about their school work. ………………..
3. Teenagers hate questions that aim to check up on them. ………………..
4. Parents should push their teenage children to talk about school. ………………..
5. Parents should watch for danger signs in some teenagers. ………………..
Part 2. Listen to the recording twice. Complete the table. Fill in each blank with no more
than two words for each answer.
Name of new tenant: Anders (EXAMPLE)
Good Points About Him Bad Points About Him
Behaviour: He is (6) …………………….….. He is (7) …………………….…..
His Friends: His friends visit (8) …………………….….. They (9) …………………….…..
Other: He pays rent (10) …………………….….. He doesn’t (11) …………………….…..
Issues to Discuss
Communication: (12) …………………….…………………………
Friends: (13) …………………….…………………………
Cigarettes: (14) …………………….…………………………
Cleaning: must (15) …………………….…………………………
16. His application for a visa was turned ________ by the consulate.
A. aside B. down C. out D. over
17. Shopping malls account for 60 percent of the retail business done in the United States
because they are controlled environments which ________ concerns about the weather.
A. foster B. necessitate C. eliminate D. justify
18. It is ________ impossible to tell the twins apart.
A. virtually B. realistically C. closely D. extremely
19. The man known as Bonnie Prince Charlie claimed that he was the ________ heir to the throne.
A. due B. correct C. authentic D. rightful
20. The rather humid climate in no way ________ from the beauty of the place.
A. protracts B. detracts C. attracts D. subtracts
21. The weather was ________ the exceptionally poor harvest.
A. blamed for B. condemned for C. accused of D. found fault with for
22. I'm sorry to hear that Peter and Dick have ________. They were such a good friends.
A. dropped out B. fallen against C. fallen out D. dropped against
23. He ________ being given a receipt for the bill he had paid.
A. insisted on B. demanded C. asked to D. required
24. It's an awful ________ your wife couldn't come. I was looking forward to meeting her.
A. harm B. sorrow C. shock D. shame
25. They shouldn't have ________ the accident. It wasn't my fault.
A. accused me of B. blamed me for C. accused me with D. blamed me
26. The bank won't lend you the money without some ________ that you will pay it back.
A. profit B. interest C. charge D. guarantee
27. After he had broken his leg, Henry could only go up and down stairs ________.
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A. with difficulty B. in difficulties C. hardly D.hard
28. Like many other countries in the world, Vietnam is “on the ________”.
A. progress B. start C. begin D. move
29. The bomb exploded with a loud bang which could be ________ all over the town.
A. see B. heard C. listened D. watched
30. Some people claim to be able to ________ the future.
A. foretell B. say C. tell D. see
31. I’d like to buy a bracelet for my wife. What do you ________?
A. approve B. favor C. introduce D. recommend
32. He was looked ________ by others because of his poverty.
A. out for B. up C. down upon D. from upon
33. She was ________ breath after running all the way upstairs.
A. under B. out of C. without D. away from
34. Anyone who ________his work won’t be allowed to leave now.
A. don’t finish B. is not finishing C. has not finished D. will not finish
35. Mary ________lazy preparing her lesson last night.
A. should be B. shouldn’t be C. should have been D. shouldn’t have been
36. They are too young and ………………………………to recognize the danger of drugs. (experience)
37. Housework has ………………………………been regarded as women’s work. (tradition)
38. The speaker announced the ………………………………of a new college. (establish)
39. The police are investigating the sudden ………………………………of the valuable (appear)
painting.
40. On the ………………………………Day, there are many meetings held by the government. (depend)
41. The Internet is one of the most wonderful ………………………………of modem life. (invent)
42. My father always drives ………………………………He’s never got accidents. (care)
43. The United Nations is a(n) ………………………………organization which consists of (nation)
about one hundred and sixty nations.
44. It was an incredible story, quite ………………………………. (believe)
45. My son was very ………………………………accused of cheating at school. I will help to (reason)
prove his innocence.
46. I try hardly but I can never catch up with him because he is so smart.
47. Animals and men use the energy finding in food to operate their bodies and muscles.
48. Hardly had he entered the office than he realized that he had forgotten his wallet.
49. The effects of cigarette smoking has been proven to be extremely harmful.
50. The governor, with his wife and children, are at home watching the election returns on TV.
51. Her husband is dead now. I hope she will get ……………………these hard times quick enough.
52. I hope Enes will get ……………………the final exam and pass with a good grade.
53. She told me to find ……………………the name of the new hairdresser.
54. The firefighters worked so many hours trying to put ……………………the fire.
55. The boss ordered us to carry ……………………the investigation and several tasks.
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Desperate to go to school
Truancy has become a serious problem in many schools in recent years. In an attempt to
tackle this problem one school introduced a new scheme to (56) ________ students to attend as
many classes as possible. Pupils who (57) ________ a 100% attendance record throughout the
whole academic year were rewarded with an all inclusive weekend school (58) ________ to an
activity centre where they would be able to have a go at outdoor activities such as climbing,
abseiling and white water rafting.
One student was so (59) ________ to qualify for this free weekend away that he even
went to school with a broken wrist. He hurt his wrist when he fell (60) ________ his bike on
the way to school but he was so worried about (61) ________ his 100% attendance that he
didn’t (62) ________ his teachers or parents until the school day had finished. He (63)
________ admitted to his mother what had happened when she (64) ________ that he was
having difficulty eating his dinner and asked him what was wrong. She took him to hospital that
night, where they put his arm in plaster and he was able to go back to school the 5 next day.
Fortunately, he was fully (65) ________ from his accident in time to go on the trip.
56. A. suggest В. force С. encourage D. make
57. A. succeeded В. made С. achieved D. realised
58. A. holiday В. trip С. travel D. excursion
59. A. interested В. happy С. excited D. keen
60. A. away В. down С. off D. over
61. A. filling В. maintaining С. guarding D. succeeding
62. A. tell В. say С. admit D. explain
63. A lastly В. actually С. fortunately D. eventually
64. A. knew В. aware С. looked D. noticed
65. A. recovered В. improved С. repaired D. fixed
The languages spoken by early Europeans are still shrouded in mystery. There is no
linguistic continuity between the languages of Old Europe (a term sometimes used for Europe
between 7,000 and 3,000 B.C.) and the languages of the modern world, and we cannot yet
translate the Old European script. Scholars have deciphered other ancient languages, such as
Sumerian, Akkadian, and Babylonian, which used the cuneiform script, because of the
fortuitous discovery of bilingual inscriptions. When cuneiform tablets were first discovered in
the 18th century, scholars could not decipher them. Then inscriptions found in Iran at the end of
the 18th century provided a link: these inscriptions were written in cuneiform and in two other
ancient languages, Old Persian and New Elamite – languages that had already been deciphered.
It took several decades, but scholars eventually translated the ancient cuneiform script via the
more familiar Old Persian language.
Similarly, the hieroglyphic writing of the Egyptians remained a mystery until French
troops unearthed the famous Rosetta stone in the late 18 th century. The stone carried the same
message written in ancient Greek, Egyptian hieroglyphs, and Egyptian hieratic, a simplified
form of hieroglyphs. The Rosetta stone thwarted scholars’ efforts for several decades until the
early 19th century when several key hieroglyphic phrases were decoded using the Greek
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inscriptions. Unfortunately, we have no Old European Rosetta stone to chart correspondences
between Old European script and the languages that replaced it.
The incursions of Indo-European tribes into Old Europe from the late 5 th to the early 3rd
millennia B.C. caused a linguistic and cultural discontinuity. These incursions disrupted the Old
European sedentary farming lifestyle that had existed for 3,000 years. As the Indo-Europeans
encroached on Old Europe from the east, the continent underwent upheavals. These severely
affected the Balkans, where the Old European cultures abundantly employed script. The Old
European way of life deteriorated rapidly, although pockets of Old European cultural remained
for several millennia. The new peoples spoke completely different languages belonging to the
Indo-European linguistic family. The Old European language or languages, and the script used
to write them, declined and eventually vanished.
61. What is the main topic of the passage?
A. Reason for the failure to understand the written records of Old European culture.
B. Influences on the development of Old European script.
C. Similarities between Old European script and other ancient writing systems.
D. Events leading to the discovery of Old European script.
62. According to the passage, New Elamite is _________.
A. a language that was used in Europe about 3,000 years ago
B. a modern language that came from Old Persian
C. one of the languages spoken by the Old Europeans
D. a language that was understood by the late 18th century
63. When does the passage suggest that ancient Egyptian hieroglyphic script was finally
deciphered?
A. At around the same time as cuneiform script was deciphered.
B. Shortly before the Rosetta stone was unearthed.
C. As soon as additional bilingual inscriptions became available to scholars.
D. A few decades after the hieratic script was decoded.
64. According to the passage, which of the following is TRUE of the Rosetta stone?
A. It was found by scholars trying to decode ancient languages.
B. It contains two versions of hieroglyphic script.
C. Several of its inscriptions were decoded within a few months of its discovery.
D. Most of its inscriptions have still not been decoded.
65. According to the passage, scholars were able to decipher cuneiform form with the help of
_________.
A. the Sumerian, Akkadian, and Babylonian languages
B. Old Persian
C. tablets written in Old European
D. languages spoken in 18th century Iran
66. The word “fortuitous” in the 1st paragraph is closest in meaning to _________.
A. important B. immediate C. early D. lucky
st
67. The word “them” in the 1 paragraph refers to _________.
A. Sumerian, Akkadian, and Babylonian B. bilingual inscriptions
C. cuneiform tablets D. scholars
nd
68. The word “thwarted” in the 2 paragraph is closest in meaning to _________
A. continued B. influenced C. encouraged D. frustrated
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69. According to the passage, Indo-European incursions caused Old European population to
________.
A. separated into different tribes
B. move eastward
C. change their ways of living and obtain food
D. start recording historical events in writing
70. The author mentions the Balkans in the passage in order to explain why _________.
A. Indo-European languages were slow to spread in Old Europe
B. the inhabitants of Old Europe were not able to prevent Indo-European incursions
C. the use of the Old European script declined
D. the Old European culture survived for a time after the Indo-European incursions
Thieves in the safari park
Visitors to Hampton safari park have (76) ……………………warned not to enter the monkey
enclosure if they have roof cases on their cars as the monkeys (77) ……………………likely to open
them and steal the contents. The animals appear to have worked out a way (78) ……………………
unlocking the cases by jumping on them; they even seem to (79) ……………………working together in
groups to do it. One family said they knew they couldn’t get out of the car and so could only
watch in horror (80) ……………………the monkeys ran (81) ……………………with all their holiday clothes
and disappeared up trees with everything from bikinis to shoes. One young monkey (82)
……………………seen holding onto a child’s teddy bear. Keepers at the safari park said the monkeys
had broken into (83) ……………………than ten roof cases since the beginning of the summer
holidays. (84) ……………………a result they have now set up an alternative route for cars with
luggage on the roof (85) ……………………they can avoid the thieving monkeys.
printed before it.
86. Although the ticket may seem expensive, it is good value formoney.
 Expensive........................................................................................................................................................................................................................
87. We suggested a lot of things, which were all rejected.
 Everything......................................................................................................................................................................................................................
88. You can ring this number whenever there is any difficulty.
 Should.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
89. The lesson was so boring that she fell asleep.
 It.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
90. He was annoyed because his secretary came late to work.
 He objected....................................................................................................................................................................................................................
91. Jack may be very intelligent, but he should be careful about this.
 No matter.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................
92. The bus came round the corner.
 Round..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
93. She is proud of being such a good cook.
 She prides........................................................................................................................................................................................................................
94. His jealousy increases with his love for her.
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 The more..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................
95. I dislike it when people criticize me unfairly.
 I object................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
96. Laura completely ignored me this morning. (shoulder)
 Laura gave ………………………………………………………………………………….. this morning.
97. My sister remained very calm when she heard the bad news. (head)
 My sister ……………………………………..…………………….. when she heard the bad news.
98. Everyone thought that Helen had missed the train. (have)
 Helen ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. the train.
99. Jack demanded action from the police. (take)
 Jack demanded that ……………………………………………………………………………………………..…..
100. They suspended Mesi for the next two matches. (banned)
@ Mesi …………………………………………………………………………….……….. in the next two matches.
101. We are looking forward to watching the program. (wait)
@ We …………………………………………………………………………..………………………..….. the program.
102. They have discovered some interesting new information. (light)
 Some interesting …………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
103. She was so anxious while the results were read out. (breath)
 She ……………………………………………………………….………….. while the results were read out.
 They have a lot of ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………
105. My father persuaded me to learn another foreign language. (talked)
 It was ………………………………………………………………………………….. another foreign language.
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SECTION I: LISTENING (3.0 POINTS) (You will hear twice for each part)
Part 1: Questions from 1 to 6. (1,2 points -0.2/ each)
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You will hear a radio interview with a man called Robin Marshall, who has written a book
about Argentina. Choose the correct answer from A, B or C for each of the following
questions.
1. What was Robin’s job in Argentina?
A. translator B. tour guide C. travelling salesman
2. On Robin’s last trip to Argentina, the weather was _______.
A. colder than he expected.
B. suitable for what he planned.
C. different from the forecasts he heard.
3. What did Robin buy from the market he _____?
A. a picture visited B. a chair C. a record
4. How did Robin feel during the dance performance he saw?
A. He wanted to get up and dance.
B. He wished he had continued his dance classes.
C. He was sad he didn’t dance well
5. What did Robin do while he stayed in the village?
A. He went on a bus tour. B. He went into the forest. C. He went on a river trip.
6. What did Robin like about his favourite place?
A. the wildlife B. the views C. the peace
Part 2: Questions from 7 to 15. (1.8 point - 0.2/ each)
Listen to the recording twice. Complete the form below. Write no more than two words or
a number for each answer.
HEALTH CLUB CUSTOMER RESEARCH
Example Answer
Name: Selina Thompson
Occupation: (7) ……………………………
Age group: (8) ……………………………
Type of membership: (9) ……………………………
Length of membership: (10) …………………………… years
Why joined: Recommended by a (11) ……………………………
Visits to club per month: Eight (on an average)
Facility used most: (12) ……………………………
Tennis courts
Facility not used (If any):
(because reluctant to pay)
Suggestions for improvements: Have more (13) ……………………………
Install (14) …………………………… in the gym.
Open (15) …………………………… later at weekends.
16. If you go on _______ me like this, I will never be able to finish writing my report.
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A. disturbing B. afflicting C. concerning D. affecting
17. Turn off this machine, please. The harsh sound really _______ me crazy.
A. takes B. worries C. drives D. bothers
18. Everyone knew that _______ this task would require a considerable effort.
A. working B. engaging C. making D. completing
19. Mr. Tanner did his best to fix the faulty oven, but his _______ at repairing electrical devices
wasn't good enough to succeed.
A. service B. skill C. technique D. craft
20. Judy didn't _______ for a second to agree to Mike's proposal as she had been in love with
the boy for a long time
A. decide B. linger C. hesitate D. await
21. Don't get so nervous about his coming late. When you get to know him better, you'll learn to
take it _______
A. easy B. loose C. nice D. fine
22. The inconsiderate driver was _______ for parking his vehicle in the wrong place.
A. inflicted B. condemned C. harassed D. fined
23. The idea to _______ a visit to the local council residence was welcomed by all the visitors.
A. do B. pay C. go D. walk
24. His _______ of the safety regulations really can't be ignored any longer.
A. disregard B. unfamiliarity C. carelessness D. inattention
25. Let's _______ the place, it looks so gloomy and unpleasant.
A. miss B. abandon C. depart D. disappear
26. What you are saying is quite _______, so give us, please, more details on the situation.
A. famous B. accustomed C. obvious D. familiar
27. None of us has ever _______ of taking any rash steps against illegal broadcasting.
A. declared B. persisted C. approved D. concluded
28. The student was _______ of understanding the theory even after the professor's profound
explanation.
A. incompetent B. incapable C. helpless D. unsuccessful
29. Patrick is too _______ a gambler to resist placing a bet on the final game.
A. instant B. spontaneous C. compulsive D. continuous
30. The government have tried to ________the price of petrol, but they failed.
A. bring on B. put in C. bring down D. get over
31. Never________ such a magnificent firework display.
A. have I seen before B. have before seen I
C. have before I seen D. before have I seen
32. _________ back to her hometown, Julia found everything new and attractive.
A. When arrived B. As she arrives C. On arriving D. On arrival
33. I have had such important decisions_________ for the last three months
A. to do B. to make C. to give D. to put
34. By the time you_________ the shopping, I'll be ready.
A. did B. will have done C. have done D. will do
35. ________ to the national park before, Sue was amazed to see the geyser.
A. Being not B. Not having been C. Not being D. Having not been
36. …………………………… is a very serious problem in many countries. (employ)
37. First …………………………… are extremely important in the interview process. (impress)
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38. The lizards are classed as an …………………………… species in my country. (danger)
39. Several …………………………… have been killed by their own bombs. (terror)
40. Many people are very concerned about the ……………………………of the rainforests. (destroy)
41. The recently political struggles could threaten the peace and ………………………… of (stable)
the region.
42. His attitudes towards our teacher today are completely ……………………………. (defend)
43. As a student she lived very ……………………………, rarely going out and buying very (economic)
few clothes.
44. I didn’t know who it was- with a mask on she was completely ………………………… (recognise)
45. The new film was …………………………… good. (exception)
46. The Department of Foreign Languages are not located in the new block.
47. The vase has the same design, but it is different shaped from that one.
48. Labor Day is always celebrated on first Monday in September.
49. Before the nineteenth century it was rarely to find organized systems of adult education.
50. Exercising well is as important to your health as sleep and eating correctly.
51. Sharon did not attend the meeting because she was …………………… the weather.
52. He is intent on passing the examination, but I’m doubtful ……………………his chances.
53. Following recent optimism ……………rising sales we have decided to sell products outside Europe.
54. There is no comparison …………………the losses we made last year to the disaster of this year!
55. There has been a lot of opposition …………………… our decision to cut jobs next year.
More than two hundred years ago, the term “ enviromental polution” was quite strange to
people. They lived healthily, drank (56) ________ water, and breathed fresh air. In those days,
industry was not well- developed. Nowadays, the (57) ________ is quite different. The world
today is faced with many (58) ________ threats. The most dangerous threat of all is war, and
after the threat of war is (59) ________. People all over the world are worried about things that
are happening to the environment. Actually, it is man that is (60) ________ 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 (61)
________ and cancer, but no one wants to travel on foot or by bicycles. Manufactures know that
(62) ________ from factories make water and (63) ________ polluted, but they do not want to
spend a lot of their money on (64) ________ the wastes safely. (65) ________ rubbish is bad
for our health, but no one wants to spend time burying it. Is it worth talking a lot about
polution?
56. A. fresh B. pure C. clean D. boiled
57. A. situation B. case C. circumstance D. occasion
58. A. chief B. significant C. major D. main
59. A. contamination B. polution C. dirtying D. poisoning
60. A. poisoning B. destroying C. dirtying D. contaminating
61. A. steam B. vapor C. air D. moisture
62. A. wastes B. junks C. garbage D. litters
63. A. land B. ground C. soil D. earth
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64. A. solving B. dealing C. processing D. treating
65. A. throwing B. scattering C. distributing D. pouring
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.
66. 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
67. 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
68. In the first paragraph, the word “bounded” is closest in meaning to ___________.
A. covered B. convened C. delimited D. dominated
69. 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 make up
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70. The word “specifics” in the second paragraph is closest in meaning to______.
A. specialties B. speculations C. exact details D. precise movements
71. 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
72. 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
73. In the last paragraph, the phrase “This process” refers to ___________.
A. continental collision B. mountain ranges
C. the rise of margins D. plate tectonic theory
74. The author of the passage implies that ___________.
A. the process of mountain formation has not been accounted for
B. mountain ranges on the ocean floor lead to surface mountain building
C. faulting and continental margins are parts of plate edges
D. the process of continent formation has not been completed
75. The word “evidence” in the last line is closest in meaning to ___________.
A. eventually B. confirmation C. exemplification D. challenge
Fire was very important to man. He needed fire to (76) …………………… himself warm at
night. He used fire to cook his food. He used fire to (77) …………………… away enemies and wild
animals. In some parts of the world he used fire to signal messages. Red Indians, for (78)
……………………, used fire to make smoke signals. In some (79) …………………… countries people lit fire
to warm their friends of danger. Fire was (80) …………………… used to give light. Before the
invention of the oil (81) ……………………, men used burning sticks as torchs. And before man
discovered gas (82) …………………… electricity, he hung small fires in wire baskets from posts to
light the streets. One man even used fire to (83) …………………… the time. He invented a candle
clock. He made a candle that took exactly twelve hours to burn. Then he marked this candle in
twelve (84) …………………… parts. He lit the candle and could tell the time by counting the number
of parts left of the burning candle. But the candle clock (85) …………………… not always work well.
If there was a wind blowing on the candle, the flame burned too quickly.
Part 1: Questions 86 – 95. (2 points- 0.2/ each)
printed before it.
86. She is shy. That’s why she didn’t go to your party last night.
 If....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
87. Although he is industrious, he hasn’t succeeded.
 Industrious.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................
88. “You are wearing a beautiful dress today!” Susan said to Mary.
 Susan complimented
89. “Don’t leave the house until I get back, William,” his mother said.
 William’s mother told...........................................................................................................................................................................................
90. My protests were ignored by everybody.
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 Nobody took....................................................................................................................................................................................................................
91. We left quietly so that we wouldn’t disturb her.
 So as..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
92. I haven't enjoyed myself so much for years.
@ It's................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
93. How long is it since they bought the car?
@ When........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
94. He has helped me many times with my homework.
 Many a...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
95. Although he is young, he has won the Nobel Prize.
 Young......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
Part 2: Questions 96 – 105. (2 points - 0.2/ each)
96. They are demolishing the old town hall on Friday. (pulled)
 The old town hall is …………………………………………………….………… on Friday.
97. I was angry when Sandra was rude to me this morning. (made)
 Sandra´s rudeness …………………………………………………….………… temper this morning.
98. I´m not like my grandfather, who could play the piano really well. (after)
 I …………………………………………………….………my grandfather, who could play the piano really well.
99. I´m going to throw away all those old newspapers tomorrow. (rid)
 I´m going to …………………………………………………….………… all those old newspapers tomorrow.
100. Peter has always admired his uncle for everything he has achieved. (looked)
 Peter has …………………………………………………….………… his uncle for everything he has achieved.
101. I couldn´t remember the way there, so I got a taxi. (forgotten)
 I …………………………………………………….………… get there, so I got a taxi.
102. I'm not going to tolerate this untidiness any longer. (up)
 I have no …………………………………………………….………… this untidiness any longer.
103. It's ages since my sister and I had an argument. (out)
 My sister and I …………………………………………………….………… ages.
104. John has caught a cold recently. (down)
 John has …………………………………………………….………… a cold recently.
105. I was really bored by the film last night. (found)
 I …………………………………………………….………… last night.
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SECTION 1 LISTENING
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This is the listening section. There are two parts in this section. You will hear each part
twice. After each part, you will have a ten-second pause to do.
Part 1. Listen to the recording twice. Choose the correct answer A, B or C for each of the
following blanks.
1. __________ will like the headphones.
A. Teachers B. Dentists C. Doctors
2. The fridge plays music when it is getting __________ .
A. full B. empty C. dirty
3. The 3D TV doesn’t have a __________ .
A. plug B. remote control C. power switch
4. The dishwasher has a __________ on its front door.
A. picture B. radio C. TV screen
5. Lisa thinks the dishwasher __________ very well.
A. will sell B. won’t sell C. won’t wash the dishes
6. The microwave __________ when the food is ready.
A. plays music B. speaks to you C. makes a funny noise
Part 2. You will hear a woman, booking a room for a party, at a community center. Fill in
each blank space with no more than three words or numbers.
SIDNEY STREET COMMUNITY CENTRE

VENUE BOOKING FORM
Name: Rachel Wilson
Details of party booking
Number of people: approximately (7) …………………………………..
Date of party: (8) …………………………………..
Name of room: The (9) …………………………………..Suite
Time: from 3:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Drinks: Licensed only for soft drinks
Contact details:
Postcode: (10) …………………………………..
Address: Flat 40 (11) …………………………………..Street
Telephone:
Landline: 22 32 79
Mobile Tel: (12) …………………………………..
Booking fee
Cost of room hire 115 with (13) …………………………………..
Disco system hire Optional fee 25 with no technician
Deposit (14) …………………………………..
Insurance 9 for 24 hours. Covers cancellation
(15) …………………………………..
16. I'm sure it's not my fault that Peter found out what we were planning. I don't remember
________ anyone about it.
A. to tell B. being told C. having told D. to be told
17. ________appears considerably larger at the horizon than it does overhead is merely an
optical illusion.
A. What the Moon B. The Moon which C. When the Moon D. That the Moon
18. Tim looks so frightened and upset. He ________ something terrible.
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A. must experience B. can have experienced
C. should have experienced D. must have experienced
19. My friend has just bought ________ from a shop on Tran Phu street.
A. a digital useful alarm clock B. an alarm useful digital clock
C. a useful alarm digital clock D. a useful digital alarm clock
20. ________ we invested in telecommunication industry, we would be rich now.
A. Should B. Were C. Would D. Had
21. ________ we have finished the course, we should start doing more revision work.
A. For now B. Now that C. Ever since D. By now
22. There are two small rooms in the beach house, ________ served as a kitchen
A. the smaller of which B. the smallest of which
C. the smaller of them D. smallest of that
23. People who are unemployed can receive the ________.
A. pension B. dole C. scholarship D. allowance
24. Everyone knows about pollution problems, but not many people have ________ any
solutions.
A. looked into B. thought over C. got round to D. come up with
25. The car burst into ________ but the driver managed to escape.
A. fire B. burning C. heat D. flames
26. The little boy pleaded ________ his mother not to leave him alone in the dark.
A. on B. in C. with D. at
27. It is the recommendation of many psychologists ________ to associate words and remember
names.
A. that a learner uses mental images B. that a learner use mental images
C. that a learner must use mental images D. mental images are used
28. Sarah delivered a/an ________ appeal to the court and asked for mercy.
A. sensational B. sentimental C. emotional D. affectionate
29. Of course I’ll play the piano at the party but I’m a little ________.
A. out of use B. out of reach C. out of turn D. out of practice
30. She ________ modern art. She visits all the local exhibitions.
A. looks down on B. goes in for C. fixes up with D. catches up with
31. Unfortunately, I might have to leave for Boston ________.
A. for short notice B. under short notice C. at short notice D. to short notice
32. Many habitats change ________ the types of plants and animals that live there.
A. with respect to B. in respect for C. as for D. as against
33. My old riding boots served me well for eleven years before they finally ________.
A. wore off B. broke down C. wore out D. broke up
34. ________, the catfish is prized for its state.
A. With ugly look B. As looking ugly
C. As it is looking ugly D. Ugly looking as it is
35. He has been unable to find a job ________ with his ability as an accountant.
A. appropriate B. suitable C. requisite D. commensurate
36. Waiting for exam results is a time of …………………………………... (anxious)
37. Their plan seemed to be …………………………………..possible. (theory)
38. Air …………………………………..is a big problem in many cities in the world. (pollute)
39. Both Nam and Hoa are stamp …………………………………... They share the same hobby. (collect)
40. His disappearance is very strange, in fact quite …………………………………... (explain)
41. I've made some ……………………………decisions this year, but all in all, I've done well. (question)
42. Burning coal is an ……………………………way of heating a house. Gasis much cheaper. (economy)
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43. They have decided to organize the ………………………election by the end of this year. (president)
44. “This is not a good essay” said the lecture. “I find your arguments …………..………….” (convince)
45. The whole situation is not under control. They were …………………………………in meeting (succeed)
their objectives for the year.
46. Had the teacher realized that the students couldn’t understand him, he would speak louder.
47. Some people often say that using cars is not so convenient than using motorbikes.
48. If you want to do a lot of progress, you need to try harder.
49. Millions of dead fish in Vietnam's shores raise industrial pollution fears.
50. Before she became a film star, she has been a stand up comedian.
51. My cousin George is obsessed ………………..keeping fit.
52. Many frozen foods are deficient ………………..vitamins.
53. Is that the best idea you can come ………………..with?
54. She’s absolutely ………………..the moon about her new job.
55. We need to keep an eye ………………..the timetable to make sure that production doesn’t slide.
Cheaper holidays
We can (56) ________ money on all aspects of our holiday, from where and when to go
to how to get to and from the airport; here are some (57) ________ on how to get the most for
your money when (58) ________ a holiday.
For the best deals (59) ________ your holiday between the high and low seasons; you
could save up to 70% on some holiday (60) ________ while still enjoying good weather and
other high season (61) ________ and there will be fewer crowds.
You can also save money by going somewhere where living costs are lower. It might
cost more to get there but once you are there you will (62) ________ less on eating out and
getting around as food and transport will be significantly cheaper.
And start saving before you even leave the country by choosing the most cost effective
way to the airport. There are many bus services from (63) ________ cities to airports which are
cheaper than trains. If you go by train book well in (64) ________ to get cheaper tickets and if
you do decide to go by car, book your carparking as soon as possible; some airports offer up to
50% (65) ________ for early bookings.
Finally, make sure you research all the available options on-line. Signing up to email
alerts can be a good idea as then you will be the first to know about cheap offers. The earlier
you book the better the bargains are likely to be.
56. A. save В. keep С. store D. guard
57. A. information В. advice С. tips D. clues
58. A. deciding В. choosing С. agreeing D. electing
59. A. book В. ask for С. order D. buy
60. A. places В. sites С. situations D. resorts
61. A pros В. advantages С. favours D. drawbacks
62. A. pay В. cost С. spend D. waste
63. A. main В. important С. great D. major
64. A. ahead В. before С. advance D. early
65. A. under В. below С. off D. over
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What I love about my job is the variety. I get enquiries from people all over the world
asking me how they should go about setting up their own website. I’ve been asked about so
many subjects - anything from someone wanting to teach people how to throw boomerangs to
another people selling paper flowers which they make at home in their spare time.
Obviously with all the thousands of websites available at the click of a button, you want
to create an impression with your website so that it becomes a must-see destination. Not
everyone is prepared, however, for the way in which a website can become so popular that it
actually has to be closed down.
When people first set up their websites they probably pay their web advertiser a monthly
fee based on the number of hits or page impressions their site receives. If they can pay their
monthly fee without it costing them too much, that is the best that most people hope for. One
guy, Pete Bennett, whom I helped, wanted to set up a one-stop shop to provide decent images of
the world’s flags. He’d been fascinated by flags since his boyhood and had no idea that
thousands of other people share his passion. Anyway, in one month his web page had over 1.5
million hits. As a result his internet provider trebled the fee that he was being charged. He
wasn’t a rich person and he couldn’t afford to spend that amount of money on a hobby without
any benefit to him, so he decided to carry advertising on his site. He found a company which
specializes in smaller sites and adverts were added to the pages on his website. So, although he
doesn’t make a huge profit, at least his hobby provides him with a small income.
If you have specialist skills or expertise, it can pay you to sell the products that people
want. I helped one woman design a page to advertise the fact that she tells fortunes, based on
the information that her clients supply her with. If you want her to tell your fortune, you fill in a
questionnaire online - your age, date of birth, hobbies, interests and so on and for a small fee
she e-mails you back your fortune. You can print it out and it looks really good, decorated with
moons and stars, your zodiac sign and your birthstone. I tried it myself and although I’m not
sure I believe it, my future according to her is positive and exciting. I also found out that for
someone born in August, like me, the birthstone is a period, a pale green stone which I’d never
even heard of!
I also get a fair number of complaints from people e-mailing me to say that they can’t
access the website. When they click on the site a message appears on their screen saying ‘An
error has occurred in the script on this page’. This usually happens when someone has tried to
achieve fancy effects on their website by using programming techniques based on a scripting
language. This means that unless they really know what they are doing, whoever designed the
site has probably made a mistake in their programming. This is where people like me come in.
Most computer instruction guides make things appear quite straightforward, but unless you’re
very skilled, you’re likely to run into problems. It’s generally worth getting a professional to
help you set up your site in the first place - otherwise people like me would be out of work. And
let’s face it, this is big business.
66. What does Paul Howells enjoy most about his job?
A. Dealing with different people. B. The range of topics.
C. His worldwide contacts. D. Teaching design skills.
67. What does Paul mean by ‘a must-see destination’ in paragraph 2?
A. A website that can no longer be seen. B. A website that does not make a charge.
C. A website that everyone wants to visit. D. A website that has been well prepared.
68. Why did Pete Bennett set up a website on flags?
A. He knew lots of people shared his interest. C. He hoped to make a lot of money.
B. A web advertiser wanted to sell flags. D. He’d been interested in flags for years.
69. What word can best replace the word “hits” in paragraph 3?
A. bad effects B. beats C. attacks D. visits
70. Why did Pete Bennett accept advertising on his website?
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A. To attract more hits. B. To add more interest.
C. To repay the huge fee. D. To help him earn some money.
71. Who are the “clients” in paragraph 4 referred to?
A. Interested people B. Web page designers
C. Internet providers D. Product advertisers
72. Why do error messages sometimes appear?
A. People make a mistake in their e-mail address.
B. People try to put too much on the web page.
C. People have used a program incorrectly.
D. People have clicked on the wrong button.
73. What comment does Paul make about setting up a website?
A. It is usually fairly easy to do. B. You must use a good instruction guide.
C. It can be quite complicated. D. You should rely on your own skills.
74. What word can best replace the word “script” in paragraph 5?
A. instruction B. picture C. handwriting D. play
75. What does Paul’s final sentence suggest about his work?
A. There’s a lot of money to be made in designing websites.
B. There are far too many websites on the internet.
C. There’s a big chance of becoming unemployed.
D. There are more web page designers than necessary.
A shorter presentation
Do you find the idea of sitting through yet another slide show presentation fills you with
dread? Do you find (76) ……………………..…..hard to stay awake when confronted with slide after slide
and an hour-long talk? Well, don’t worry, (77) ……………..……..is a solution. Presentations don’t
have to (78) ……………………..…..long and boring; they can be short, attention grabbing and even a
competitive sport.
In Japan in 2003 Astrid Klein and Mark Dytham (79) ……………………..…..looking for a better
way for ambitious young architects to show (80) ……………………..…..work easily, efficiently and
informally. They wanted to increase the numbers of presenters talking at events and raise
audience attention and realised they needed to limit the length of presentations and make them
(81) ……………………..…..concise. They came up with something called Pecha Kucha; a presentation
format (82) ……………………..…..permits only 20 slides and only 20 seconds to talk about (83)
……………………..…..one. This means the whole presentation lasts exactly 6 minutes and 40 seconds.
(84) ……………………..…..you start with the first slide there is no stopping and no going back.
Pecha Kucha events now take place throughout the world and are immensely popular.
The Pecha Kucha format is now being used in (85) ……………………..…..types of settings including
business and academia in cities as far apart as Auckland and Vancouver. So why not try it next
time you have to give a presentation?
printed before it.
86. They claimed that the CEO had signed the documents.
@ The documents..............................................................................................................................................................................................................
87. The mother smiled happily. She took the baby in her arms.
 Smiling..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
88. The noise next door did not stop until after midnight.
 It was........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
89. It is thought that the boss is considering raising wages.
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 The boss................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
90. She can’t have any more children because of her age.
 She is too.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
91. I will marry her and I do not care how old she is.
 No matter.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
92. The storm completely wiped out all my crops.
 I had..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
93. "I am sorry I was rude to you yesterday" said the boss to me.
 The boss apologized................................................................................................................................................................................................
94. I rarely sleep in the afternoon.
 I’m not in.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
95. You should be able to dress yourself by now.
 It's high ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
96. My friend persuaded me to go to the party in fancy dress. (into)
 My friend ………………………………………….………………………… to the party in fancy dress.
97. The thief ran right past you, so I'm sure you saw his face. (have)
 You ………………………………………….………………………… the thief's face because he ran past you.
98. The accused never expressed regret for what he had done. (time)
 At ………………………………………….………………………… regret for what he had done.
99. Terry and I started arguing about the situation in the Middle East. (argument)
 I ………………………………………….………………………… Terry about the situation in the Middle East.
100. She is the best violinist in our school. (second)
 In playing the violin, she is ………………………………………….………………………… in our school.
101. I didn't feel like doing something energetic. (mood)
 I was not………………………………………….………………………… doing something energetic.
102. I'm sorry, James. But I'm very busy with my work. (up)
 I'm sorry, James. But I'm ………………………………………….………………………… in work.
103. Don't tell the boss anything about her absence today. (breathe)
 Don't ………………………………………….………………………… today to the boss.
104. I tried to remember what has happened all those years before. (cast)
 I ………………………………………….………………………… what has happened all those years before.
105. Hard work was what caused Jill's success. (put)
 Jill's success can ………………………………………….………………………… hard work.
________________ NĂM HỌC ………………………….
SECTION 1 LISTENING
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This is the listening section. There are two parts in this section. You will hear each
part twice. After each part, you will have a ten-second pause to do.
Part 1. Listen to 6 recording twice. Choose the correct answer for each of the following
questions.
1. Who has the boy bought the album for?
A. his dad B. his friend Bob C. himself
2. Where will the two friends go?
A. to see a band play B. to Jack’s cousin’s house C. to a clothes shop
3. Why does the boy have a notebook in his hand?
A. He’s directing the play.
B. He’s reviewing the play.
C. If he gets bored, he can draw pictures.
4. The two speakers ________.
A. have seats in different parts of the theatre.
B. arrived at the theatre together.
C. will change seats.
5. Why has Julie bought the DVDs?
A. Because they’re expensive.
B. They’re for her mum’s birthday.
C. She likes looking at the pictures on the boxes.
6. How many tickets will the girl book?
A. one B. two C. three
Part 2. Listen to the recording twice. Fill in each blank with no more than two
words or numbers.
West Bay Hotel - details of job
Example Answer
• Newspaper advert for temporary staff
• Vacancies for (7) ……………………………
• Two shifts
• Can choose your (8) …………………………… (must be the same each week)
• Pay: £5.50 pec hour, including a (9) ……………………………
• A (10) …………………………… is provided in the hotel
• Total weekly pay: £ 231
• Dress: a wtiite shirt and dark colored trousers (not supplied)
a (11) …………………………… (supplied)
• Starting date: (12) ……………………………
• Call Jane (13) …………………………… (Service Manager)
before (14) …………………………… tomorrow
Tel: 832009
• She’ll require a (15) ……………………………
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16. Things would have been better ________ to my advice.
A. you not listened B. were you listened C. had you listened D. if you listened
17. The experts were not fully ________ that the animal was a puma.
A. convinced B. believed C. realized D. discovered
to be convinced tin chắc
18. I hope you will take this matter into ________.
A. effect B. understanding C. consideration D. notice
19. He could not resist the ________ of making a lot of money quickly.
A. introduction B. temptation C. invitation D. trial
20. What she needs to do now is see a doctor for a ________.
A. check-up B. set-up C. make-up D. build-up
21. His application was rejected immediately because of his lack of ________.
A. requirements B. thought C. quantifiers D. qualifications
22. I absolutely ________ of everything that has been said.
A. agree B. approve C. admit D. accept
23. Hard work can often bring ________ success.
A. into B. in C. about D. up
24. ________ what you think, learning a foreign language is great fun.
A. Moreover B. Contrary to C. Whereas D. Therefore
25. –“___________.” –“She’s Australian.”
A. How do you know her? B. What’s her nationality?
C. Where has she been? D. What do you think about her?
26. It is not very easy to study a foreign language by________.
A. oneself B. himself C. itself D. herself
27. They’ll never________ to get here by six; the roads are quite busy today.
A. manage B. arrive C. succeed D. able
28. His wife’s death was a terrible shock and it took him a long time to________ it.
A. get round B. come through C. go over D. get over
29. It’s very ________ of you to offer me your seat, but really I’m quite happy to stand
A. sympathetic B. considerate C. grateful D. appreciative
30. No matter how loudly you shout to him, he won't hear you. He is as deaf as a ________.
C. tomb A. bat B. stump D. post
31. When I finish writing this composition, I'm going to ________ and go to bed.
C. hit the big time D. call it a day A. make time B. hit the day
32. It could have been a lot worse _______ there.
A. when he was not B. whether or not he had been
C. for he had not been D. had he not been
33. After a lengthy debate, the spokesman announced the board had ________ a
unanimous conclusion.
A. commited B. solved C. reached D. comproinised
34. I am very sorry, our shop is now out of ________.
A. stock B. order C. date D. question
35. The three men were ________ arrest for robbing a bank.
A. in B. under C. on D. of
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36. It was a long, slow film. I nearly died of ……………………………. (bore)
37. The criminal has a very …………………………… scar in his face. (notice)
38. Using electricity to cook is ……………………………, I’m afraid. (economy
)
39. Whatever happens, don't let this failure …………………………… you. (heart)
40. Your carelessness may do …………………………… harm to people. (calculate
)
41. I couldn’t sleep because the bed was so ……………………………. (comfort)
42. It is …………………………… summer, but it's rather autumnal today. (theory)
43. People in the village no longer use water in that well because of its (pure)
…………….…….
44. The teacher warned the children that if they …………………………… again, they’d (behave)
be punished.
45. Things in this shop are …………………………… cheaper than those in other shops. (compare
)
46. Dr. Harder, that is the professor for this class, will be absent this week because of
illness.
47. The more frequently you exercise, the greatest physical endurance you will have.
48. Because the student spent too many time surfing the Internet, he didn't study well.
49. Many people object to use physical punishment in dealing with discipline problems at
school.
50. It’s imperative that your grandfather decides the problem as soon as possible.
51. The banks were unanimous ……………………… welcoming the news.
52. Shirley takes ……………………… her mother. She’s got the same blue eyes.
53. I’ll see you ……………………… at the airport when you travel to London.
54. I’m self-employed now. I’m going to set ……………………… my own office.
55. I thought the conference was going to be boring but it turned …………………to be quite
useful.
When manfirst learned how to (56) _______ a fire, he began to use fuel for the
first time. The first fuel he used was (57) ______ wood. As time (58) _______, man
eventually discovered that substances such as coal and oil would burn. Coal was not used
very widely as a source of energy (59) _____ the last century. With the coming of the
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industrial revolution, it was (60) _______ realized that production would double if coal
was used instead of wood. Nowadays, many (61) ______ huge factories and electricity
(62) ______ stations would be unable to function if there was no coal.
In the last twenty or thirty years, however, the use of coal (63) _______ declined.
As a result, there have been changes in the coal industry. It is believed that more people
would use coal if oiland gas were not so readily (64) ________. There is more than
enough coal in the world for man’s (65) ______ for the next two hundred years if our use
of coal does not increase. Unfortunately, however, about half of the world’s coal may
never be used. Mining much of it would be very expensive even it was possible to use
new equipment.
56. A. generate B. devise C. produce D. make
57. A. perhaps B. maybe C. possibly D. probably
58. A. went B. spent C. passed D. flew
59. A. until B. for C. during D. in
60. A. in time B. early C. timely D. soon
61. A. of B. of the C. among D. among the
62. A. offering B. making C. creating D. generating
63. A. have B. was C. is D. has
64. A. present B. available C. in use D. plenty
65. A. needs B. necessities C. requirements D. requests
Jazz is an improvisational form of music that originated in the southern United
States after the Civil War. Although its origins and history are somewhat vague, we
know that it began as the musical expression of black people who had formerly been
slaves, combining hymns, spirituals, and traditional work songs into something quite
new. The style was a blend of the rhythms brought to America by the Africans who were
imported as slave labor and the popular music of the era that featured the ragtime piano.
The term jazz itself is of obscure and possible nonmusical origin, but it was first used to
describe this particular kind of musical expression in about 1915. A jazz band commonly
includes four to twelve musicians with a relatively large proportion of the group in the
rhythm section. Customarily, there are a drummer, a bass player, and a pianist. Often
there is also a banjo player or guitarist. In traditional jazz, the clarinet, trumpet, and
trombone carry the melody. In more modern jazz, the saxophone, violin, and flute may
also be included in the melody section. Some jazz bands employ a blues singer. Most
jazz is premised on the principle that an almost infinite number of variations can
accommodate themselves to a progression of chords that can be repeated indefinitely to
feature an improvisation by solo instruments or vocalists. For example, while the trumpet
plays the melody, the clarinet might embellish and invent compatible melodies around
the original theme. Such improvisation is a test of the jazz musician's skill and is referred
to as tone color. Jazz first became popular outside the United States in the 1920s when
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jazz bands began to record, distribute, and even export their recordings to Europe. Since
jazz is improvisational, it does not exist in the form of printed scores, and recorded
performances were and still are the best way of preserving the music. A very basic
library of recorded jazz would include work by such classic artists as Jelly Roll Morton,
Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, Count Basie, and Billie Holiday. Theirs is probably
America's most unique and most important contribution to the musical world, although
there are a few contemporary artists who are keeping the tradition alive.
66. Which of the following is the main topic of the passage?
A. A definition of jazz B. Jazz musicians
C. Improvisation in jazz D. Jazz bands
67. The new music of jazz was first heard _________.
A. in Europe B. in Africa C. in South America D. in North
America
68. The word “blend” in the passage is closest in meaning to _________.
A. mixture B. rejection C. imitation D. variety
69. The word “jazz” is considered to have come into regular use in around _____.
A. the first half of the 19th century B. the second half of the 19th century
C. the first half of the 20th century D. the second half of the 20th century
70. The word “premised” is closest in meaning to which of the followings?
A. fixed B. based C. created D. performed
71. The jazz music originally came from __________.
A. folk and holy songs B. folk, holy and
labor songs
C. a variety of African sources D. nonmusical activities
A. it is free for jazz musicians to play as they wish around a theme
B. jazz musicians play prewritten music
C. jazz musicians have to improvise their music in group
D. it is necessary to test the improvisation skills before performance
73. Which of the following year was jazz popular outside the United States?
A. 1900 B. 1915 C. 1925 D. 1940
74. The best way to preserve jazz is _________.
A. written scores B. improvising it
C. recordings D. written scores and recorded
performance
75. All of the following are characteristics of jazz EXCEPT _________?
A. a large number of percussion instruments B. a printed score for
the music
C. a melody played by the trumpet D. a ragtime piano
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The birthday cake is traditionally highly decorated, and typically covered (76)
……………………… lit candles when presented; the number of candles often equals the (77)
……………………… of the person. The person (78) ……………………… birthday it is makes a silent
wish and then (79) ……………………… out the candles; if done in one breath, the wish is
supposed to come (80) ………………………, but only if the person keeps the wish to himself (or
herself). It is also common for the "birthday boy" or" birthday girl" to cut the initial (81)
……………………… of the cake as a newlywed couple might with a wedding cake. Birthday
cakes have been a tradition dating back as (82) ……………………… as the Middle Ages when
the English would conceal symbolic items (83) ……………………… as gold coins, rings and
thimbles inside their cakes. Each item was associated with a prediction. For example, a
person (84) ……………………… a gold coin in a birthday cake would supposedly (85)
……………………… wealthy.

Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means the same as the
sentence
printed before it.
86. I walked to school in 20 minutes.
 It took...................................................................................................................................................................................................................
87. Their attitude caused us great disappointment.
 We were.............................................................................................................................................................................................................
88. I really think you ought to acquire a few manners.
 It’s high time.................................................................................................................................................................................................
89. However friendly he seems, he's not to be trusted.
 Friendly .............................................................................................................................................................................................................
90. He spent all his money. He even borrowed some from me.
 Not only.............................................................................................................................................................................................................
91. We shouldn’t be impolite to our parents in any circumstance.
 In................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
92. We hope to hear another lecture by Professor Brown in the near future.
 We look ............................................................................................................................................................................................................
93. It was only when I locked the room that I realized I hadn’t turned off the cooker.
 Not until.............................................................................................................................................................................................................
94. Richard only took over the family business because his father decided to retire early.
 But for ................................................................................................................................................................................................................
95. Gary is proud of the fact that he is never late.
 Gary prides.....................................................................................................................................................................................................
Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence,
using the word given. Do not change the word given.
96. Speeding in the city is against the law. (forbidden)
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 Speeding …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
97. Marry didn’t feel like going to the party. (mood)
 Marry ………………………………………………………………………………………..………… to the party.
98. He speaks German extremely well. (command)
 He has ………………………………………………………………………………………….……… German.
99. He failed to deliver the parcel on time. (succeed)
 He didn’t ………………………………………………………………………………… the parcel on time.
100. No one else in the class is as good at at chess as Tim is. (second)
 Tim is ………………………………………………………………………………… in the class.
101. How long have you been playing badminton? (take)
 When ………………………………………………………………………………… badminton?
102. He is so intelligent a student that his classmates admire him. (look)
 Such is his intelligence that ……………………………………………………………………………… him.
103. Because of her boyfriend's lack of punctuality, she left him. (unpunctual)
 The fact that her boyfriend …………………………………………………………………………… him.
104. I don’t care whether you come or not. (difference)
 It ………………………………………………………………………………… whether you come or not.
105. She tried really hard, but couldn’t persuade us to go with her. (how)
 No ……………………………………………………………………… she couldn’t persuadeus to go with her.
________________ NĂM HỌC ………………………….
A. interviewing people.
B. investigating on the Internet.
C. reading about the subject.
3. What surprised Adam about the rubbish in space?
A. Some of it comes off spacecraft.
B. There is so much ordinary rubbish.
C. Astronauts drop most of it.
4. Rubbish causes so much damage in space because
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A. it’s often very large.
B. it travels very quickly.
C. it’s usually made of strong material.
5. What does Adam say about the number of accidents in space?
A. There are more than he expected.
B. The amount is growing.
C. There haven’t been many yet.
6. What happened to spacestation Skylab as it fell to earth?
A. The whole thing fell into the sea.
B. It broke into two pieces.
C. Parts of it landed in different places.
Listen to some extracts. Fill in each of the following blanks with no more than three
words or numbers.
Extract 1
Pelé is considered one of the greatest football payers of all time. He was born in (7)
………………………….……….. in Brazil. As a football player, Pelé was famous for his (8) ………………………….
……….. and controlling the ball. He joined a Brazilian Football Club in 1956, and in 1962 he led
the team to its first world cup championship. Pelé became the only player to (9) ………………………….
……….. three World Cups in 1958, 1962 and 1970. By 1974, Pelé had score 1,200 goals and
became a Brazilian national hero. He played for an American football club for two years before
he retired in 1977. Later Pelé became an international (10) ………………………….……….. for the sport,
working to promote peace and understanding through friendly sport activities.
Extract 2
The Statue of Liberty, one of America's most familiar image, is on an island in New
York Harbour. It is a (11) ………………………….………... Its formal name is Liberty Enlightening the
World. It was a gift to American people from the French to show the (12) ………………………….………..
between the two nations. This is the statue of a woman who is wearing a loose robe and a crown
on her head. Her right hand holds a burning torch, and her left hand holds a tablet with the date
July 4, 1776 on it. The Statue weighs 205 tons and is 46 metre high. It stands on a stone and
concrete base. The base and pedestal increase the height of the (13) ………………………….……….. to 93
metre. The outside is made of cooper. Inside, it has an iron frame. The statue was completed in
1884 in France, and then (14) ………………………….……….. to America in 1886. Tourists can visit the
statue from 9:30 a.m to 5 p.m daily (15) ………………………….……….. Christmas Day.
SECTION II: LEXICO – GRAMMAR (7.0 points)
Choose the best answer from A, B, C or D to best complete the following sentences.
16. All volcanoes ______ smoke, ash, and lava.
A. blow B. emit C. erupt D. release
17. Mary has trouble ______
A. to remember her homework. B. to remembering her homework.
C. remember her homework. D. remembering her homework.
18. The strike was _______ owing to a last minute agreement with the management.
A. called off B. broken up C. set back D. put down
19. The chairman requested that _______.
A. the members studied more carefully the problem.
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B. the problem was more carefully studied.
C. with more carefulness the problem could be studied.
D. the members study the problem more carefully.
20. The noise of the typewriter really _______ me off. I just couldn’t concentrate.
A. put B. pulled C. set D. took
21. He didn’t know anyone at the wedding _______ than the bride and the groom.
A. except B. other C. apart D. rather
22. Though badly damaged by fire, the palace was eventually _______ to its original splendor.
A. repaired B. renewed C. restored D. renovated
23. The train service has been a _______ since they introduced the new schedules.
A. shambles B. rumpus C. chaos D. fracas
24. The restaurants on the island are expensive, so it’s worth _______ a packed lunch.
A. take B. to take C. taking D. taken
25. When the alarm went off, Mick just turned _______ and went back to sleep.
A. down B. over C. up D. out
26. I shall do the job to the best of my _______.
A. capacity B. ability C. knowledge D. talent
27. Helen asked me _______ The film called “Star Wars”.
A. have I seen B. have you seen C. if I had seen D. if had I seen
28. You are going to come to the party, _______?
A. aren’t you B. do you C. will you D. won’t you
29. “I really don’t like the idea.” – “Neither _______ I.”
A. like B. don’t C. nor D. do
30. Before he got married, Danny always went out on Saturday nights. He never _______ stay
in.
A. would B. use to C. used to D. is used to
31. Boy: “What is your greatest phobia?” - Girl: “_______”
A. I'm afraid not. B. Worms, definitely!
C. Probably people who smoke. D. I haven't made up my mind.
32. I wish you ________ me a new one instead of having it ________ as you did.
A. would give / to repair B. gave / to repair
C. had given / to be repaired D. had given / repaired
33. Son: “What is the process of _______, Dad?”
Father: “Well, it involves the heating of liquid such as milk in order to kill harmful
bacteria.”
A. industrialization B. pasteurization C. commercialization D. globalization
34. New York and Tokyo are two of the most _______-populated cities in the world.
A. greatly B. densely C. variously D. closely
35. Jackie has given such a great _______ that other dancers in the audience admire him so
much.
A. performance B. result C. score D. action
36. Don’t worry about the volcano. It’s been ………………………….……….. for years. (act)
37. He used the company for unfair ………………………….………... (dismiss)
38. They are very ………………………….……….. of one another. (support)
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39. Jim is very disorganized and not very ………………………….………... (business)
40. You look rather ………………………….………... Are you worried about something? (occupy)
41. When you travel into space, you can eat and drink in ………………………….………... (weight)
42. The medical tests were ………………………….……….., and will need to be repeated. (conclude)
43. His actions during the crisis were truly ………………………….………... (praise)
44. Your life will change ………………………….……….. when you have a baby. (drama)
45. When he became a boss I found him rather ………………………….………... (approach)
46. The assumption that smoking has bad effects on our health have been proved.
47. Antarctic blue whales can be 100 foot long and weigh more than any dinosaur that ever lived.
48. It seems difficult for us having a trip abroad at the moment.
49. Japan is the country where occurs the most earthquakes in the world.
50. Fountain pens first became commercial available about a hundred years ago.
51. You shoes are similar …………………….. mine but they are not exactly the same.
52. I am surprised …………………….. how much money they want to pay him.
53. It’s unreasonable …………………….. you to expect her to love you at first sight.
54. The government has set …………………….. an inquiry to investigate bribery in local elections.
55. Your request for an extension of credit is …………………….. of question.
The first question we might ask is: What can you learn in college that will help you in
being an employee? The schools teach (56) _______ many things of value to the future
accountant, doctor or electrician. Do they also teach anything of value to the future employee?
Yes, they teach the one thing that it is perhaps most valuable for the future employee (57)
_______. But very few students bother to learn it. This basic skill is the ability to organize and
express ideas in writing and in speaking. This means that your success as an employee will
depend on your ability to communicate with people and to (58) _______ your own thoughts and
ideas to them so they will (59) _______ understand what you are driving and be persuaded.
Of course, skill in expression is not enough (60) _______ itself. You must have
something to say in the first place. The effectiveness of your job depends (61) _______ your
ability to make other people understand your work as they do on the quality of the work itself.
Expressing one’s thoughts is one skill that the school can (62) _______ teach. The
foundations for skill in expression have to be (63) _______ early: an interest in and an ear (64)
_______ language; experience in organizing ideas and data, in brushing aside the irrelevant, and
above all the habit of verbal expression. If you do not these foundations (65) _______ your
school years, you may never have an opportunity again.
56. A. a great B. large C. a large D. great
57. A. of knowing B. how to know C. knowing D. to know
58. A. transfer B. interpret C. present D. represent
59. A. both B. as well C. either D. not
60. A. on B. by C. in D. for
61. A. on most B. much on C. most on D. on much
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62. A. truly B. quite C. really D. hardly
63. A. lied B. lain C. lay D. laid
64. A. for B. by C. if D. in
65. A. when B. for C. of D. during
To date, Canada has produced only one classic children’s tale to rank with Alice’s
Adventures in wonderland and the works of Mark Twain; this was Lucy Maud Montgomery’s
Anne of Green Gables. Lucy Maud Montgomery was born in Clinton, Prince Edward Island.
Her mother died soon after her birth, and when her father went to Saskatchewan to assume a
business position, she moved in with her grandparents in Cavendish, Prince Edward Island.
There she went to school and later qualified to be a teacher.
Montgomery wrote the Anne books while living in Cavendish and helping her
grandmother at the post office. The first of the books, Anne of Green Gabbles, was published in
1908, and in the next three years she wrote two sequels. Like Montgomery, the heroine of the
book is taken in by an elderly couple who lives in the fictional town of Avonlea, and
Montgomery incorporated many events from her life in Cavendish into the Anne books.
In 1911, Montgomery married Evan Macdonald and the couple soon moved to Ontario,
where she wrote many other books. However, it was her first efforts that secured her
prominence, and the Anne books are still read all around the world. Her novels have helped
create a warm picture of Prince Edward Island’s special character. Several movies, a television
series, and a musical play have been based on her tales, and today visitors scour the Island for
locations described in the book.
66. The main purpose of this passage is to ________.
A. show the similarities between Montgomery’s life and that of her fictional character Anne.
B. contrast Canadian children’s literature with that of other countries.
C. provide a brief introduction to Prince Edward Island.
D. introduce Montgomery and her Anne books.
67. According to the passage, Montgomery was raised primarily ________.
A. by her grandparents B. in an orphanage C. by her mother D. by her father
68. Approximately when did Lucy Maud Montgomery write the two sequels to her book Anne
of Green Gables?
A. From 1874 to 1908 B. From 1911 to 1913
C. From 1908 to 1911 D. From 1913 to 1918
69. The word “elderly” in line 8 is closest in meaning to ________.
A. kindly B. old C. friendly D. sly
70. In the Anne books, the main character lives in ________.
A. the town of Cavendish B. the town of Avonlea
C. Saskatchewan D. Ontario
71. Which of the following can be concluded from the passage about Anne books?
A. They were not as successful as Montgomery’s later works
B. They were influenced by the works of Mark Twain
C. They were at least partially autobiographical
D. They were not popular until after Montgomery had died
72. Ontario was the place where
A. Montgomery wrote other books B. Montgomery got married
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C. Montgomery wrote two sequels D. Montgomery became famous
73. The word “prominence” in line 11 is closest in meaning to ________.
A. excellence B. reputation C. effort D. permanence
74. Which of the following is closest in meaning to the word “character” in line 12?
A. a person in a novel B. nature C. a written symbol D. location
75. All of the following have been based on the Anne books EXCEPT ________.
A. a television series B. movies C. a play D. a ballet
MY HOME TOWN
I was born in one of the most interesting cities in Malaysia. It has a rich, colourful
history and many parts of the city have hardly changed at (76) …………………….. during the last five
centuries. However, nowadays, it is (77) …………………….. longer the trade centre that it used to (78)
……………………... It is difficult to imagine that at one time its harbour used to be visited (79)
…………………….. over 2,000 ships a week, and that the huge warehouses along the quayside would
have (80) …………………….. full of spices and silks, jewels and tea.
The old city centre is small, which (81) …………………….. it very easy to explore (82)
…………………….. foot. A river neatly divides the town, (83) …………………….. only physically but in spirit
as well. On one side, you find many grand houses, but on crossing the river, you find yourself in
ancient Chinatown, where you really take a step back into the past.
It is great fun to wander through the colourful, noisy backstreets. As well as having
shops that sell a wide range of clothes and shoes, some of these streets are also famous (84)
…………………….. high quality antiques. Unfortunately, most of the bargains disappeared many years
ago. However, (85) …………………….. you look around carefully, you can still come across an
interesting souvenvir.
SECTION IV. WRITITNG (4 points)
printed before it.
86. John isn’t intelligent so he can’t do the test well.
 If John..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
87. They are going to demolish the old hospital soon.
@ The old............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
88. John and Mike got up late this morning.
@ Neither............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
89. John has not had his house decorated for over three years.
@ The last .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
90. I’d prefer you not to bring Andrew with you.
@ I’d rather .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
91. Missing breakfast always gives me a headache.
@ If............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
92. Why isn’t this TV set working?
@ What..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
93. "I never told anyone about your scheme," she said.
@ She denied .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
94. This is the quickest way to gel into the town centre.
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 There’s ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
95. I'll lake a mackintosh because it may rain this afternoon.
 In .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
96. You must never let anyone use your Identity Card. (should)
@ Under …………………………………………………………………………………. let anyone else use your identity card.
97. The football club is now being run by an experienced accountant. (taken)
@ An experienced accountant …………………………………………………………….running of the football club.
98. Many people believe that Edison has the ability to become world judo champion. (capable)
@ Many people believe that Edison………………………………………………the world championship in judo.
99. Simon really ought to make a decision about his future. (mind)
@ It's high time simon ………………………………………………………………………………….about his future.
100. Nick said we should reduce the amount of salt in our food. (cut)
@ We ………………………………………………………………………………….of salt in our food, according to Nick.
101. People think that bilingual children were disadvantaged in the past. (thought)
@ Bilingual children………………………………………………………………………………….in the past.
102. I thought you wanted me to invite him. (impression)
@ I was ………………………………………………………………………………….you wanted me to invite him.
103. I was really bored by the film last night. (found)
@ I ………………………………………………………………………………….last night.
104. It is not my fault that the glass broke. (blame)
@ You cannot ………………………………………………………………………………….the glass.
105. Darius soon recovered after the operation (made)
@ Darius soon ………………………………………………………………………………….after the operation.
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________________ NĂM HỌC ………………………….
SECTION I: LISTENING (3.0 points) (You will hear twice for each part)
Part 1: Questions from 1 to 6. (1.2 points -0.2/ each)
You will hear a woman, called Sarah talking about, a sport called free-diving. Choose the
correct answer from A. B or C for each of the following questions.
1. What does Sarah say about the history of free-diving?
A. It has always been an extreme sport.
B. It was once a way of finding food.
C. It’s less than four hundred years old.
2. What does Sarah say about free-diving today?
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A. It requires special equipment.
B. It’s non-competitive.
C. It has several different names.
3. How did Tanya Streeter spend a lot of her childhood?
A. training to be a diver B. sailing and fishing C. playing in the sea
4. Tanya realised she was a talented free-diver after
A. she’d entered her first free-diving competition.
B. she’d had one lesson in free-diving.
C. she’d been doing it for a while.
5. How does Tanya train?
A. She exercises for five hours every day.
B. She swims in the sea every day.
C. She goes running every day.
6. What advice about free-diving does Sarah give to beginners?
A. Practise in the sea whenever possible.
B. Take proper lessons.
C. Enter as many competitions as you can.
Listen to the conversation between Tom and Linda. Fill in each blank with no more than
three words.
Tom: You look upset, Linda. What's the matter?
Linda: Nothing serious. Just my parents keep (7) ……………………………………… my clothes.
Tom: Why don't they like them?
Linda: They think my trousers are too skinny and my tops are too tight. They don't like my
sparkling clothes or high heels. They want me to wear (8) ………………………………………
stuff such as jeans and T- shirts.
Tom: Well, it depends on where you're going. If you're going to a party, you could dress up,
but I don't think you should wear flashy clothes every day.
Linda: But I really want to look more (9) …………………………………….……………….
Tom: Well, have you thought about the cost? Perhaps your parents can't afford to buy
expensive clothes.
Linda: Maybe you're right. What about you? Do you get into (10) ………………………………………
your parents?
Tom: Not really. But they forbid me to play computer games.
Linda: Sounds bad. What's wrong with computer games?
Tom: They think ail computer games are (11) ………………………………………. They want me to
use my computer for more useful stuff.
Linda: But there are some (12) ……………………………………… of playing computer sanies.
Tom: Yes, there arc. I can read faster because I can concentrate more. Playing computer
games after school also helps me to relax after a hard day.
Linda: But your parents may worry about (13) ……………………………………… if you look at the
computer screen for a long time.
Tom: Yes. They probably worry about it, and want me to have a (14) …………………………………
with more outdoor activities.
Linda: That's right, I think you need to tell your parents that you agree with them, and
explain (15) ……………………………………… of computer games
Tom: That's a good idea. I hope my parents understand that. Thank you.
Linda: No problem. Thanks for your advice, too.
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16. It was the worst winter ______ anyone could remember.
A. when B. that C. where D. why
17. The children went _______ with excitement.
A. wild B. wildly C. wilderness D. wildlife
18. There was a huge decline _______ the number of tigers.
A. in B. for C. of D. out
19. He _______ so much harm on the nation during his regime that it has never fully recovered.
A. indicted B. inferred C. induced D. inflicted
20. - Jenny: “Thank you very much for your donation, Mr. Robinson.”
- Mr. Robinson: “_______.”
A. You can say that again. B. I see.
C. You are right. D. Delighted I was able to help.
21. I don’t think you have been watering the plants near the gate. The soil is _______.
A. as dry as rice B. as dry as a tile C. as dry as a bone D. as dry as wood
22. Susan was sad because she wasn’t invited to any social events. She felt ________.
A. left out B. turned out C. omitted out D. gone out
23. Henry was really a silly boy when we were at high school. I still remember ________ very stupid
questions.
A. him asking B. him to ask C. asking him D. his being asked
24. Having been served dinner, _______.
A. the problem was discussed by the members of the committee.
B. the committee members discussed the problem.
C. it was discussed by the committee members the problem.
D. a discussion of the problem was made by the members of the committee.
25. It can take up to more than six months to _______ a man to do this specialized work.
A. raise B. train C. learn D. practise
26. _______, they would have had what they wanted.
A. Supposing they were arriving at the fair early
B. If they arrived at the fair early
C. Unless they arrived at the fair early enough
D. Had they arrived at the fair early
27. _______ is the most important thing I want to know when living far from them.
A. What are my parents B. My parents are C. How my parents are D. That my parents are
28. The longest movie I have ever seen in this cinema _______ for three hours.
A. stayed B. got C. lasted D. spent
29. _______ further riot to occur, the government would be forced to use its emergency powers.
A. Should B. Did C. Were D. Had
30. “Who is Susan getting married to?” _ “Some guy_______ since her childhood.”
A. who she has known B. have known her C. that have known her D. she has been known
31. The marathon runner _______ for nearly one hour and a half when she _______ to the pavement.
A. has been running / collapses B. were running / collapsed
C. had been running / collapsed D. ran / had been collapsing
32. An artist _______ will do his best to express innocence and inexperience in the child’s face.
A. portraying a child B. who portray a child
C. he portrays a child D. portrayed a child
33. _______ the invention of the steam engine, most forms of transport were horse-drawn.
A. With reference B. Akin C. Prior to D. In addition to
34. The beach was so crowded the other day that we_______ difficulty finding an empty spot.
A. have B. have had C. had D. have been having
35. _______ of the shop, my friend Roger went in.
A. Coming out B. On coming out C. When coming out D. As I came
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36. Ann ………………………… and picked up her riding hat. (mount)
37. In some areas water has to be boiled to ……………………………… it. (pure)
38. The conditions in the man’s prison were ………………………………. (human)
39. She studied ……………………………… psychology at college. (behave)
40. The breakdown of the negotiations was not ………………………………. (expect)
41. A visit to Morocco is a truly ………………………………… experience. (forget)
42. The damage from the 1956 hurricane was ……………………………… greater. (mesure)
43. He refused to answer questions for fear he might ……………………………… himself. (crime)
44. The machine refused to work due to a ……………………………… in one of the engines. (function)
45. He's at that …………………………………age when he's very easily led by other children. (impress)
46. I like to go to the countryside and my little sister does, either.
47. It was a four-days journey from our hotel, so we went by plane instead of the bus.
48. All the blood in the body passes through the heart at least twice the minute.
49. Thanks for TV, people can enjoy interesting programs in an inexpensive and convenient way.
50. Some plants in this store require little care, but this one needs more sunlight than the others ones.
51. Wearing a seat belt can protect you ………………… being killed in a car.
52. We are pleased ………………… this year's results. They are much better than expected.
53. We are very happy that interest ………………… our products is rising consistently and
continually.
54. They came ………………… a big fortune when they were young, so they didn’t have to work
hard.
55. David was unemployed so he was financially dependent ………………… his wife.
THE ENGLISH CHANNEL
Engineers have dreaming of an underwater link between Britain and France (56) ________
1802. Finally in 1994 the Channel Tunnel (nicknamed “The Chunnel” by the English) was (57)
________ opened. This fifteen billion dollar project took seven years to (58) ________. It is
about 50 km long and built 45 metres under the seabed. The trains which go through the
Chunnel can travel at up 300 km/h due to the (59) ________electrical system. The journey from
London to Paris via the Chunnel takes just three hours. It is also (60) ________for drivers since
they can load their cars onto the trains. They don’t need to book in (61) ________, as trains (62)
________ every few minutes. However, while on the train , there isn’t much to do and many
(63) ________ the Chunnel for this (64) ________ the ferries, there is no duty-free shopping, no
videogame parlou or refreshment stand (65) ________ can you look outside and enjoy the view.
As a result, many would find the Chunnel unappealing and would take the ferry instead.
56. A. from B. during C. since D. ago
57. A. officially B. regularly C. correctly D. typically
58. A. perform B. achieve C. deal with D. complete
59. A. forward B. advanced C. higher D. increased
60. A. benefit B. handy C. advantage D. spare
61. A. ahead B. time C. advance D. future
62. A. go away B.exit C. set out D. depart
63. A. criticise B. accuse C. complain D. blame
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64. A. Opposite B. Not alike C. Unlike D. Dissimilar
65. A. Nor B. Either C. Neither D. Not
The cities in the United States have been the most visible sponsors and beneficiaries of
projects that place art in public places. They have shown exceptional imagination in applying
the diverse forms of contemporary art to a wide variety of purposes. The activities observed in a
number of “pioneer” cities sponsoring art in public places—a broadening exploration of public
sites, an increasing awareness among both sponsors and the public of the varieties of
contemporary artistic practice, and a growing public enthusiasm—are increasingly characteristic
of cities across the country. With many cities now undergoing renewed development,
opportunities are continuously emerging for the inclusion or art in new or renewed public
environments, including buildings, plazas, parks, and transportation facilities. The result of
these activities is a group of artworks that reflect the diversity of contemporary art and the
varying character and goals of the sponsoring communities.
In sculpture, the projects range from a cartoonlike Mermaid in Miami Beach by Roy
Lichtenstein to a small forest planted in New York City by Alan Sonfist. The use of murals
followed quickly upon the use of sculpture and has brought to public sites the work of artists as
different as the realist Thomas Hart Benton and the Pop artist Robert Rauschenberg. The
specialized requirements of particular urban situations have further expanded the use of art in
public places: in Memphis, sculptor Richard Hunt has created a monument to Martin Luther
King, Jr., who was slain there; in New York, Dan Flavin and Bill Brand have contributed neon
and animation works to the enhancement of mass transit facilities. And in numerous cities, art
is being raised as a symbol of the commitment to revitalize urban areas.
By continuing to sponsor projects involving a growing body of art in public places, cities
will certainly enlarge the situations in which the public encounters and grows familiar with the
various forms of contemporary art. Indeed, cities are providing artists with an opportunity to
communicate with a new and broader audience. Artists are recognizing the distinction between
public and private spaces, and taking that into account when executing their public
commissions. They are working in new, often more durable media, and on an unaccustomed
scale.
66. What is the passage mainly about?
A. The influence of art on urban architecture in United States cities
B. The growth of public art in United States cities.
C. The increase in public appreciation of art in the United States
D. The differences between public art in Europe and the United States.
67. All of the following are mentioned in paragraph 1 as results of the trend toward installing
contemporary art in public places in the United States EXCEPT________.
A. the transfer of artwork from private to public sites
B. artworks that represent a city’s special character
C. greater interest in art by the American public
D. a broader understanding of the varieties of contemporary art
68. According to the passage, new settings for public art are appearing as a result of ________.
A. communities that are building more art museums
B. artists who are moving to urban areas
C. urban development and renewal
D. an increase in the number of artists in the United States.
69. The author mentions Roy Lichtenstein and Alan Sonfist in line 12 in order to________.
A. show that certain artist are famous mostly for their public art
B. introduce the subject of unusual works of art
C. demonstrate the diversity of artworks displayed in public
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D. contrast the cities of Miami Beach and New York
70. It can be inferred from the passage that the city of Memphis sponsored a work by Richard
Hunt because the city authorities believed that ________.
A. the sculpture would symbolize the urban renewal of Memphis
B. Memphis was an appropriate place for a memorial to Martin Luther Ling, Jr.
C. the artwork would promote Memphis as a center for the arts
D. the sculpture would provide a positive example to other artists.
71. The word “enhancement” in line 17 is closest in meaning to ________.
A. replacement B. design C. improvement D. decoration
72. The word “revitalize” in line 18 is closest in meaning to ________.
A. show the importance of B. promise to enlarge
C. bring new life to D. provide artworks for
73. The word “that” in line 22 refers to ________.
A. contemporary art B. opportunity C. audience D. distinction
74. The word “executing” in line 22 is closest in meaning to ________.
A. judging B. selling C. explaining D. producing
75. According to paragraph 3, artists who work on public art projects are doing all of the
following EXCEPT ________.
A. creating artworks that are unusual in size
B. raising funds to sponsor various public projects
C. exposing a large number of people to works of art
D. using new materials that are long—lasting.
Sue Hamilton is a very ambitious girl. In two years’ (76)……………………… she will have
completed her degree. Then she plans to go to the USA (77) ……………………… she can earn lots of
money. Her dream is to set up her (78) ……………………… business selling the jewellery she designs.
She says that she expects to (79) ……………………… her fortune before she is thirty (80) ……………………
she can retire. However, in case things don’t work out, she is considering (81) …………………… as a
partner in her brother’s firm. She has worked (82) ………………………… him during her vacations and
she says she (83)……………………… mind doing that again. Her brother is a very successful
accountant and is always trying to tempt her into working with him. Sue thinks she (84)
…………………………give it a go. Otherwise she will just wait and see (85) ………………………comes along.
printed before it.
86. Martin may not be very well but he still manages to enjoy life.
 Martin’s poor .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................
87. Mary was the only student absent from class.
 Apart.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
88. Jane hasn’t made much progress at school.
 Jane has only............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
89. My parents find fault with everything I do.
 No matter.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
90. It’s the cheapest watch but it’s the nicest.
 Not only.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
91. The police didn’t at all suspect that the judge was the murder.
 Little..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
92. “What you have cooked is the best in the world!”, John said to his girlfriend.
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 John congratulated ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................
93. Now that his mother was being there, they said nothing about it.
 On........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
94. The last storm destroyed Lan’s house.
 It’s high time............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
95. Everyone thought the book was written by the princess herself.
 The princess ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
96. Could you watch my suitcases while I go and buy my ticket? (eye)
@ Would you mind ……………………………………………………. my suitcases while I go and buy my ticket?
97. The children paid little attention to the dogs. (notice)
@ The children didn't …………………………………………….…………………………. the dogs.
98. The union leader said the crisis was caused by the banks. (accused)
@ The union leader …………………………………………….…………………………. the crisis.
99. Being in prison seems to have changed Simon´s behaviour for the better. (leaf)
@ Kevin has …………………………………………….…………………………. since he got out of prison.
100. I am starting to find watching television boring. (fed)
@ I am beginning to get …………………………………………….………………………television.
101. If only I hadn't believed his lies! (taken)
@ I wish…………………………………………….…………………………. by his lies!
102. Alison bought the big house because she wanted to open a hotel. (view)
@ Alison bought the big house …………………………………………….…………………………. a hotel.
103. I never thought that I would win a prize. (crossed)
@ It …………………………………………….…………………………. that I would win a prize.
104. Please don't disappoint me this time. (let)
@ I'd rather …………………………………………….…………………………. this time.
105. People said that the mayor planned to demolish the old city tower. (about)
@ The old city tower was …………………………………………….…………………………. down by the mayor.
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SECTION I: LISTENING (3.0 points)

Listen to a conversation about a journey. Choose the correct answer A, B or C for each of
the following questions.
1. How many times has Bob been to Canada before?
A. never B. once C. twice
2. The weather in Canada is
A. very cold. B. very warm. C. warm during the day and cold at night.
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3. Tom tells Bob to bring
A. lots of warm clothes. B. a present for his mum. C. his passport.
4. Tom thinks the flight will be
A. long and boring. B. comfortable. C. frightening.
5. Tom won’t be able to meet Bob because
A. he’s playing basketball. B. he’s playing football. C. he’s playing tennis.
6. Who is going to meet Bob?
A. Tom’s mum B. Tom’s brother C. Tom
Listen to the recording twice. Fill in each blank space, with no more than one word or
numbers.
REQUEST FOR COMMERCIAL LEASE
Name: Mr. Rick
Company: ICT industries
Preferred location: (7) …………………….. centre
Near: (8) …………………….. centre
Size: (9) …………………….. square metres
Number of staff: (10) ……………………..
Special needs: (11) …………………….. access parking for nobility scooter
Moving date: during month of (12) ……………………..
Requirements:
• Good lift access
• Large lobby
• Removal of some (13) ……………………..
• (14) …………………….. too small - make bigger
• Change office near entry to storeroom
• New:
- paintwork
- lights
- blinds
- (15) ……………………..
• Minimum length of lease 3 years (with right of renewal)
16. By the end of this month I _______ at this school for two years.
A. have been studying B. will study
C. will have been studying D. will be studying
17. She got up early; otherwise she ________ her bus.
A. would have missed B. would miss C. missed D. had missed
18. Please cut my hair _______ the style in this magazine.
A. the same length as B. the same long as
C. the same length like D. the same long like
19. The contractor’s recommendation is that the old building ________.
A. is needed repairing B. need repairing
C. needs to be repaired D. need to repair
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20. People of all countries are expected to ________the principles of the United Nations.
A. uphold B. inspect C. exaggerate D. integrate
21. They were ________ to sell their house in order to pay their debts.
A. imposed B. necessary C. indispensable D. obliged
22. “Please, will you just tidy your room, and stop ________ excuses!”
A. making B. doing C. having D. taking
23. The Red Cross is _______ to giving medical aid and other help to victims of disasters.
A. aimed B. promoted C. dedicated D. designed
24. It is very easy for the undereducated to be ________by slick talking salesmen.
A. washed up B. heard from C. taken in D. turned over
25. After three days in the desert, his mind began to play ________on him.
A. games B. jokes C. tricks D. fun
26. ________in 1636, Harvard is one of the most famous universities in the United States.
A. Founding B. Founded C. Being founded D. It was founded
27. The couple decided to ________some money every month for their retirement.
A. put off B. put aside C. take on D. take against
28. There is ________in my bedroom.
A. an old wooden square table B. a square wooden old table
C. a wooden old square table D. an old square wooden table
29. The play is very long but there are three ________.
A. interval s B. breaks C. rests D. naps
30. ________ , all the students couldn’t do it well.
A. Giving the test at short notice B. The teacher gave the test at short notice
C. At short notice did the teacher give the test D. The teacher giving the test at short notice
31. Jane promised ________ me up at 5 o’clock.
A. me to pick B. me that she would pick
C. to me that she would pick D. to me to pick
32. I think you’re being ________ pessimistic.
A. worthlessly B. unduly C. undeservedly D. abundantly
33. The ________ of Cat Tien National Park includes 105 listed mammal species, 351 species
of birds, over 120 reptile and amphibian species and over 130 species of freshwater fish.
A. species B. creatures C. flora D. fauna
34. We must prepare for the attack. Every________ counts.
A. second B. hour C. day D. minute
35. Miss McCrea was________ anyone could have had. She never lost her temper with even the
stupidest pupils.
A. as patient teacher as B. so patient teacher as
C. as patient a teacher as D. so patient a teacher as
36. He tried to look ………………………..….., but it didn't work. (apology)
37. The tension in the room seemed ………………………..….. . (endure)
38. Silk is always wonderful too, even if it's totally ………………………..…... (practice)
39. His battle against cancer has ………………………..…..his belief in God. (strong)
40. The music was ………………………..…..loud, you couldn't hear yourself think. (believe)
41. I thought he was being ………………………..…..with me, not rushing me. (consider)
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42. The question of whether he was ………………………..…..remained for trial. (neglect)
43. All this she heard, even understood, but still she was ………………………..…... (speak)
44. He admired the ………………………..…..of relationships he saw around him. (warm)
45. Some of the houses on the hillside are ………………………..…..to cars. (access)
46. The first postage stamps issued in New York City in 1842.
47. She said her father that she would go shopping with him the following day.
48. A football match begins with the ball kicking forwards from a spot in the centre of the field.
49. Students suppose to read all the questions carefully and find out the answers to them.
50. Dogs that are trained to lead the blind must be loyalty, intelligent and calm.
51. We are deeply indebted ………………..…..Dr Allen and the rest of the hospital staff.
52. What amazes me is her complete disregard ………………..…..anyone else's opinion.
53. He suffers from back trouble too, so he was very sympathetic ………………..…..my problem.
54. We invited 40 people to the party but only 23 turned ………………..…...
55. That fish of yours has been in the fridge for weeks. It must have gone ………………..…..by now.
How far would you travel for a good meal? If you were a humpback whale, the answer
would be five thousand miles. These large sea animals travel at least that far from their winter
home off the (56) _______ of Columbia to their summer feeding areas off Antarctica.
The distance covered by some types of whale is amazing, especially when you (57)
_______ their enormous size. The blue whale is the largest animal that has ever lived on earth
and it can weigh as much as thirty elephants. It (58) _______ as no surprise, therefore, to hear
that ancient folk legends tell of sailors mistaking these creatures for islands.
The more we (59) _______ about whales, the more wonderful they seem. Some species
can hold their breath for more than an hour and dive to a depth of over 200 meters. They use a
system of sounds (60) _______ as echo-location to find the fish they eat and they have further
sounds to keep in (61) _______ with each other. The noises they (62) _______ can travel
hundreds of miles under water. Some species seem to sing complicated songs which (63)
_______ of a number of separate themes, sung in a specific order which can (64) _______ up to
half an hour or more. If you ever get the (65) _______ to see one of these great creatures in the
wild, you will understand why they have inspired so many legends.
56. A. seaside B. ground C. beach D. coast
57. A. view B. consider C. believe D. think
58. A. comes B. goes C. gets D. seems
59. A. look out B. find out C. show up D. turn up
60. A. named B. referred C. known D. called
61. A. reach B. call C. range D. touch
62. A. produce B. provide C. process D. propose
63. A. include B. compose C. consist D. involve
64. A. last B. long C. play D. give
65. A. break B. chance C. luck D. choice
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Before the mid-nineteenth century, people in the United States ate most foods only in
season. Drying, smoking and salting could preserve meat for a short time, but the availability of
fresh meat, like that of fresh milk, was very limited; there was no way to prevent spoilage. But
in 1810, a French inventor named Nicolas Appert developed the cooking-and-sealing process of
canning. And in the 1850’s an American named Gail Borden developed a means of condensing
and preserving milk. Canned goods and condensed milk became more common during the
1860’s, but supplies remained low because cans had to be made by hand. By 1880, however,
inventors had fashioned stamping and soldering machines that mass-produced cans from
tinplate. Suddenly all kinds of food could be preserved and bought at all times of the year.
Other trends and inventions had also helped make it possible for Americans to vary their
daily diets. Growing urban population created demand that encouraged fruit and vegetable
farmers to raise more produce. Railroad refrigerator cars enabled growers and meat packers to
ship perishables great distances and to preserve them for longer periods. Thus, by the 1890’s,
northern city dwellers could enjoy southern and western strawberries, grapes, and tomatoes,
previously available for a month at most, for up to six months of the year. In addition, increased
use of iceboxes enabled families to store perishables. As easy means of producing ice
commercially had been invented in the 1870’s, and by 1900 the nation had more than two
thousand commercial ice plants, most of which made home deliveries. The icebox became a
fixture in most homes and remained so until the mechanized refrigerator replaced it in the
1920’s and 1930’s.
Almost everyone now had a more diversified diet. Some people continued to eat mainly
foods that were heavily in starches or carbohydrates, and not everyone could afford meat.
Nevertheless, many families could take advantage of previously unavailable fruits, vegetables,
and dairy products to achieve more varied fare.
66. What does the passage mainly discuss?
A. Causes of food spoilage
B. Commercial production of ice
C. Population movements in the nineteenth century
D. Inventions that led to changes in the American diet
67. The phrase “in season” in line 1 refers to ________.
A. a particular time of year B. a kind of weather
C. an official schedule D. a method of flavoring
68. During the 1860’s, canned food products were _________.
A. unavailable in rural areas
B. available in limited quantities
C. shipped in refrigerator cars
D. a staple part of the American diet.
69. It can be inferred that railroad refrigerator cars came into use _________ .
A. before 1860 B. before 1890 C. after 1900 D. after 1920
70. The word “them” in line 12 refers to _________ .
A. refrigerator cars B. growers C. perishables D. distances.
71. The word “fixture” in line 16 is closest in meaning to _________ .
A. commonplace object B. substance
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C. luxury item D. mechanical device
72. The author implies that in the 1920’s and 1930’s home deliveries of ice _________
A. increased in cost B. occurred only in the summer
C. decreased in number D. were on an irregular schedule
73. The word “ Nevertheless” in line 19 is closest meaning to _________ .
A. occasionally B. however C. therefore D. because
74. Which of the following types of food preservation was NOT mentioned in the passage?
A. Drying B. Chemical additives
C. Canning D. Cold storage
75. Which of the following statements is supported by the passage?
A. Most farmers in the United States raised only fruits and vegetables.
B. People who lived in cities demanded home delivery of foods.
C. Tin cans and iceboxes helped to make many foods more widely available.
D. Commercial ice factories were developed by railroad owners
During the teenage years, many young people can at (76) ………………….. be difficult to talk to.
They often seem to dislike (77) ………………….. questioned. They may seem unwilling to talk about
their work at school. This is a normal development at this (78) …………………... Though it can be
very hard for parents to (79) …………………………….., it is part of becoming independent of teenagers
trying to be adult while they are (80) ………………….. growing up. Young people are usually
unwilling to talk if they believe that questions are trying to check up on them.
Parents should do their (81) ………………….. to talk to their son and daughter (82) …………………..
school, work, and future plans but should not push them to talk if they do not (83) …………………..
to. Parents should also watch for danger signs. Some young people in trying to be (84)
………………….. may experience with sex, drugs, alcohol or smoking. Parents need to watch for any
signs of unusual behavior which may be connected (85) ………………….. these and help if necessary.
printed before it.
86. “If you don’t try harder, you will be given a sack, John,” the director said angrily.
@ The director threatened .......................................................................................................................................................................................
87. Tear gas was released as soon as the strikers attacked the riot police.
@ Hardly ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
88. Lama hates it when people criticize him unfairly.
@ Lama objects to ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................
89. The only reason the party was a success was that the Prime Minister attended.
@ But for ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
90. The workers collect our rubbish twice a week.
@ We have ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
91. The Picasso painting was so expensive that nobody could buy it.
@ So ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
92. Because he didn’t study hard, he failed the exam.
@ Had ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
93. She doesn’t intend to meet him any longer.
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@ She has .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
94. Michael Jackson was known as the king of Pop.
@ It ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
95. Couldn’t you have got a bus to the station?
@ Wasn’t it .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
96. It took Layla five minutes to find her car keys. (spent)
 Layla ………………………………………………………………………………..for her car keys.
97. Delia said that she would no longer tolerate her colleagues being rude. (put)
 'I am not willing …………………………………………………from my colleagues any longer, ' said Delia.
98. Sarah cried her eyes out immediately she was told she's failed her driving test. (broke)
 Sarah …………………………………………………………as soon as she heard she'd failed her driving test.
99. Simon really ought to make a decision about his future. (mind)
 It's high time Simon ………………………………………………………………………………about his future.
100. Do you mind if I come over to see you later? (objection)
 Do you ………………………………………………………………………………..coming over to see you later?
101. Steve didn't manage to complete his work. (failed)
 Steve ………………………………………………………………………………..his work.
102. They cancelled the meeting because the manager was sick. (called)
 The meeting ………………………………………………………………………because the manager was sick.
103. My father doesn't like me to wear short skirts to school.(approve)
 My father doesn't ………………………………………………………………………………..short skirts to school.
104. It wasn't necessary for him to come the day before yesterday. (have)
 He ………………………………………………………………………………..the day before yesterday.
105. He regrets not telling the truth to them. (only)
 If ………………………………………………………………………………..them the truth.
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________________ NĂM HỌC ………………………….

Listen to a radio interview. Choose the correct answer from A, B or C for each of the
following questions.
1. Where does Sandra work?
A. she’s still at college
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B. at an independent film company
C. at a television company
2. What does Sandra do every day?
A. She meets famous people.
B. She helps the film crew and learns about making films.
C. She films documentaries.
3. What does Sandra like about her work?
A. It’s really interesting – every day is different.
B. She drives around in expensive cars.
C. She meets a lot of good-looking people.
4. How did Sandra find out about the internship?
A. Her English teacher told her about it.
B. She saw an advert in a newspaper.
C. Her mum told her about it.
5. What are Sandra’s plans for the future?
A. She would like to do another year’s internship with the same company.
B. She would like to go to film school.
C. She would like to find work with a film company.
6. Why does Sandra want to make money?
A. She wants to buy a new car.
B. She needs it for her future studies.
C. She wants to move out of her mum’s house.
Notes on Adult Education Classes
Number of classes per week: 7
Tuesday:
(7) Writing ………………………….. 6 - 7.30 pm
— Limited space: no more than (8) ………………………….. participants
Book Club
— Must read prescribed books
(9) ………………………….. Group
— Learn about local events last century
Wednesday:
Scrabble Club (10) ………………………….. pm
— popular
Thursday:
Chess Night
— serious
(11) …………………………………………..
— For special occasions
Adult Learners' Week
No cost but must make (12) …………………………………………..
— September 1-8
Techno Expo
— Learn how to use (13) ………………………………………….. tools
— Learn about online security issues and online entertainment
— Monday, 1-4.30 pm
(14) …………………………………………..
- Consider values
- Learn how to attain harmony
- Wednesday, 1-4.30 pm
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Venue: (15) …………………………………………..
16. Once the story ________ the headlines, everyone was talking about it.
A. smashed B. hit C. crashed D. struck
17. The clown was wearing a ________ wig and a red nose.
A. red funny plastic French B. French funny plastic red
C. funny red French plastic D. red French plastic funny
18. Hillary was an effective speaker and her audience seemed to ________ on her every word.
A. hang B. cling C. hold D. catch
19. In 1837 the University of Michigan became the first state university ______ by a board of
regents elected by the voters of the state.
A. being controlled B. it was controlled C. to be controlled D. under the control
20. We all believe that a happy marriage should be ___ mutual love.
A. based on B. concerned with C. confided in D. obliged to
21. If Lucy's car ____ down, she would be here right now.
A. wouldn't have been B. hadn't broken C. doesn't break D. didn't break
22. The child w as______for getting his shoes and socks wet.
A. corrected B. suffered C. scolded D. complained
23. We _____ the nearest village before sunset.
A. came B. arrived C. got D. reached
24. _____ water is one of the factors that have driven many species to the verge of extinction.
A. Contaminating B. Contaminate C. Contamination D. Contaminated
25. In the meeting, Huong always listens______to the people’s opinions.
A. attentionally B. attentively C. attention D. attending
26. Her husband has just died of cancer. It will take her a long time to ______ this shock.
A. get over B. turn into C. turn down D. get in
27. I shall do the job to the best of my ______.
A. capacity B. ability C. knowledge D. talent
28. The job of student lodgings officer______a great many visits to landladies.
A. concerns B. offers C. asks D. involves
29. The police are looking for a man of ______height.
A. tall B. extra C. medium D. special
30. Have you got time to have a chat now or are you____ to leave?
A. thinking B. planned C. around D. about
31. They have never_____any experience of living overseas.
A. had B. wished C. done D. made
32. This is not the right____ to ask for my help; I am far too busy even to listen.
A. moment B. situation C. opportunity D. circumstance
33. He______being given a receipt for the bill he had paid.
A. asked to B. demanded C. insisted on D. required
34. It is ________ knowledge in the village that Mr and Mrs Thome quarrel violently several
times a week.
A. common B. complete C. normal D. usual
35. Children with _____ diseases should not be allowed to go to school.
A. contact B. infectious C. constant D. influential
36. He's definitely someone very nervy, very jumpy and basically ……………………. (security)
37. But the level of social welfare was so high that poverty was …………….…………. (think)
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38. The first thing he discovered was that Newley had not died ……………...…………. (accident)
39. This makes even the most honest of answers seem ………………………………… and (decide)
uncertain.
40. It is …………………………… how any tournament player can make such a mistake. (explain)
41. But then, he was in ………………………..……, so you had to make allowances. (advertisement)
42. The economies of Western Europe and Japan experienced ………………….………… (precede)
growth.
43. The evidence from ………………….………… times can seldom be interpreted with (history)
any certainty.
44. A ………………….………… was also held and souvenirs were distributed to mark the (compete)
centenary.
45. Airlines will start pulling out of ………………….………… routes rather than fighting (profit)
for market share.
46. The more frequent you exercise, the greater physical endurance you will have.
47. The oceans contain many forms of life that has not yet been discovered.
48. The assumption that smoking has bad effects on our health have been proved.
49. Information on the Romans can find not only in these books but also on the Internet.
50. The explanation that our instructor gave us was different than the one yours gave you.
51. Have you ever read any books ……………………… Mark Twain?
52. Do you think we’ll find a solution ……………………… this problem?
53. It’s unreasonable ……………………… you to expect her to love you at first sight.
54. They broke ……………………… last month, after being together for over ten years.
55. The alarm clock didn't go ……………………… that morning. There was something wrong.
What’s your dream? Touring castles in Scotland? Walking on the Great Wall of China?
Working to improve the lives of women in rural Uganda? If you’re thinking of studying (56)
________, there’s no end to the places you can go, things you can see, and subjects you can
study. At many top schools, such as Duke, Tufts, or Brown, over a third of the junior class take
the opportunity to complete part of their (57) ________ outside of the United States. Even if
your school doesn’t have an extensive study abroad program, you can often get credit from a
different school.
Multiple benefits accrue to those who spend significant (58) ________ in another
country, and a significant proportion of students see the experience as an important (59)
________ of their college years. You’re likely to have fun. But if you’re also thinking about
study abroad as a way to gain a critical career advantage, read on. You’ll find that all foreign
experiences are not created equal in the minds of employers.
Employers are looking for graduates who can (60) ________ well with others, both in
person and in writing. They know the (61) ________ of cross-cultural understanding and an
appreciation for different points of view. They gravitate toward students who demonstrate
maturity, initiative, and (62) ________. All of these assets can be demonstrated through study
abroad, but it’s going to be much (63) ________ to set yourself apart if you’ve taken the easy
route.
It’s not hard to find the “easy route”: that’s the one where you go with your friends to
another country; all the arrangements are made for you by the school—including the American-
style apartment where you live with your classmates. In this scenario, it doesn’t (64) ________
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which country you go to because all your classes will be in English, and possibly even taught by
your American professors. You’ll undoubtedly have a somewhat different experience, but to do
the “easy route” is to forego some of the major (65) ________ of your time away
56. A. away B. outdoor C. outside D. abroad
57. A. educator B. educating C. education D. educations
58. A. time B. lifetime C. moment D. period
59. A. way B. thing C. part D. terminal
60. A. communicate B. work C. talk D. do
61. A. relation B. link C. reason D. importance
62. A. creating B. creation C. creativity D. creative
63. A. faster B. shorter C. harder D. quicker
64. A. matter B. show C. problem D. trouble
65. A. waste B. advantages C. experience D. giving
Walt Disney was born in 1901 in Chicago, but soon moved to a small farm near
Marceline, Missouri. From this rural and rather humble beginning, he later became one of the
most famous and beloved motion-picture producers in history. Although he died in 1966, his
name and artistic legacy continue to influence the lives of millions of people throughout the
world.
After several years of barely making ends meet as a cartoon artist operating from his
Los Angeles garage, Disney had his first success in 1928, with his release of a Mickey Mouse
cartoon. Throughout the next decade, he continued to produce a number of cartoons, and
develop more of his highly profitable and enduring creations, such as Donald Duck and Pluto.
In the late 1930s, he issued a full-length cartoon film. Snow White became an instant
commercial and critical success. This was only the first of many films, both animated and not,
produced by Disney and his studio.
But as renowned as Disney name is for cartoons and movies, it is probably best known
for a string of spectacular amusement and theme parks. Starting with California’s Disneyland
in 1955 and culminating with the fantastically successful Disney World and EPCOT Center in
Florida, Disney became a household name. In recent years, the theme park concept became
international, with openings in Tokyo and Paris. With the continuing success of Disney, the
creation of future theme park is under discussion.
66. Which of the following is the title for the passage?
A. The history of Disney World and Disneyland.
B. Walt Disney’s Boyhood Years
C. Walt Disney and his Legacy
D. Walt Disney and Animated Cartoons
67. The word humble in bold in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to __________.
A. boring B. shy C. simple D. respectful
68 What is the author’s attitude toward the accomplishments of Walt Disney?
A. critical B. respectful C. ambivalent D. approving
69. In paragraph 2 barely making ends meet in bold is closest in meaning to __________.
A. meeting personal failure. B. producing only a few cartoons.
C. not making much money. D. trying new businesses.
70. The word enduring in bold in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to __________.
A. lasting B. suffering C. famous D. difficult
71. The word renowned in bold in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to _________.
A. possessed B. talked about C. useful D. well-known
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72. It can be inferred from the passage that ________.
A. Snow White was Disney’s most successful film.
B. Disney created cartoon movies and “non cartoon” movies.
C. the Tokyo theme park is in financial difficulty.
D. the California theme park is now closed.
73. The word concept in bold in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to __________.
A. idea B. location C. birth D. demand
74. According to the passage, which of the following is TRUE?
A. Disney’s first achieved success after his death.
B. Mickey Mouse was Disney’s only cartoons creation.
C. Snow White was the first full-length cartoon film.
D. Disney’s first concern was always profitability.
75. In future years it is most likely that ___________.
A. the Disney name will stay well–known.
B. Disney will produce only cartoons.
C. the Paris theme park will become successful
D. the remaining theme parks will also close
ADVICE TO YOUNG PEOPLE ABOUT TO START WORK
In these days of high unemployment, it is often difficult for young people to find a job. If
they are lucky enough to be asked to go for a(n) (76) ……………………….. , they may find that there are
at least 20 other (77) ……………………….. for the job. If a company is thinking of offering you a job,
they will ask you for at least one reference from either your previous (78) ……………………….. or
someone who knows you well. Before taking up your job, you may have to sign a (79)
………………………... You will probably have to do some training, which help you to do the job (80)
more successfully. Once you have decided that this is your chosen (81) ……………………….., you will
then have to work hard to try and get (82) ……………………….., which usually brings more
responsibility and more money! If you are unlucky, you may be made (83) ……………………….., and
not be able to find another job. It is also a good idea to pay some money into a (84)
……………………….. scheme, which will help you to look after yourself and your family when you are
(85) ……………………….. Finally, good luck!
printed before it.
86. Why does everything seem to be difficult to me?
 If only..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................
87. You didn't think carefully enough before you decided.
 You ought to ......................................................................................................................................................................................................
88. You must do exactly what the manager tells you.
 You must carry ................................................................................................................................................................................................
89. Marie distrusts modern technology strongly.
 Marei has ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................
90. We only deliver after we have received the money.
 Only after the money ................................................................................................................................................................................
91. Handicapped people find shopping in supermarkets difficult.
 It's ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
92. He never suspected that the bicycle had been stolen.
 At no time ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................
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93. None of the passengers was injured because of the driver's quick reaction.
 But for .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................
94. Most of the students ignored the teacher's instruction.
 Few students paid ...........................................................................................................................................................................................
95. Smoking in the cinema is forbidden.
 You are not ............................................................................................................................................................................................................
96. School girls have to wear Ao Dai on Monday. (obliged)
 It is …………………………………………………………………………….………Ao Dai on Monday.
97. I was about to leave the house when I heard the phone ring. (verge)
 I …………………………………………………….………leaving when I heard the phone ring.
98. My friend persuaded me to go to the party in fancy dress. (into)
 My friend ………………………………………………………………to the party in fancy dress.
99. You'll have to work harder if you want to pass your exams. (socks)
 You'll have to ………………………………………………………………if you want to pass the exams.
100. The audience didn't enjoy his performance. (down)
 The audience ………………………………………………………………his performance.
101. She made me foolish in front of all my friends. (monkey)
 She ………………………………………………………………in front of all my friends.
102. “Can I stay with you in Chicago for a few days?” he said to Nancy (put)
 He asked Nancy if ………………………………………………………………in Chicago for a few days.
103. I couldn't stop thinking about the final exam. (mind)
 I didn't ………………………………………………………………the final exam.
104. I always try to be optimistic about things. (bright)
 I always try to ………………………………………………………………of things.
105. I hate it when my colleagues try to get involved in my own business. (finger)
 I object to my colleagues’s ………………………………………………………………in my own business.
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________________ NĂM HỌC ………………………….

Listen to the conversation twice. Choose the correct answer from A, B or C for each of
the following questions.
1. When did Abbie go to summer school in Germany?
A. two years ago B. three weeks ago C. three years ago
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2. What did Abbie do at the summer school in Germany?
A. She taught skateboarding and art.
B. She learnt skateboarding and art.
C. She learnt skatingboarding.
3. Why don’t the teachers want people to mess about?
A. They work hard to prepare their lessons.
B. The students need to pass tests.
C. They don’t want the students to have fun.
4. Why do the students have to pay to go to the summer school?
A. so the teachers can be paid
B. to pay for trips
C. to buy things the school needs
5. What kind of teachers is Abbie looking for?
A. Calm people who can work under pressure.
B. People who are serious and hardworking.
C. People who are creative and enjoy a challenge.
6. What are the lessons like?
A. There are competitions to motivate students.
B. There are lots of tests.
C. The students watch a lot of DVDs.
Part 2. Listen to the recording twice. Complete the form below. Write no more than two
words or numbers for each answer.
CRIME REPORT FORM
Type of crime: theft
Personal information
Name: Louise .....Taylor.....
Nationality: (7) ……………………..……..
Date of birth: 14 December 1977
Occupation: interior designer
Reason for visit: business (to buy antique (8) ……………………..……..)
Length of stay: two months
Current address: (9) ……………………..……..Apartments (No 15)
Details of theft
Items stolen: - a wallet containing approximately (10) £ ………..……..sterling
- a (11) ……………………..……..
Date of theft: (12) ……………………..……..
Possible time and place of theft

Location: outside the (13) ……………………..……..at about 4 pm
Details of suspect: - some boys asked for the time then ran off
- one had a T-shirt with a picture of a tiger
- he was about 12, slim build with (14) ……………………..hair
Crime reference number allocated:
- (15) ……………………..……………….
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16. In his anxiety to make himself________, he spoke too loudly and too slowly.
A. understand B. understanding C. understood D. to understand
17. ______ what most people say about him, Paul has a very good sense of humor.
A. Opposite B. Against C. Contrary to D. Opposing
18. There is a rumour that the National Bank is going to ______ the company I am working for.
A. take on B. take out of C. take off D. take over
19. ______ he failed in the entrance exam caused his family much sadness.
A. Which B. That C. The thing D. What
20. In the primary school, a child is in the ________ simple setting.
A. comparison B. comparative C. comparatively D. comparable
21. Nobody was late for the meeting last night, ________?
A. wasn't he B. weren't they C. was he D. were they
22. “I can’t remember us ever ____________.” replied the stranger.
A. having met B. being met C. to meet D. to have met
23. When _________ is not known.
A. was the wheel invented B. the invention of the wheel
C. it was invented the wheel D. the wheel was invented
24. Military is _________ in this country. Every man who reaches the age of 18 has to serve in
the army for two years.
A. compulsory B. optional C. illegal D. unnecessary
25. Please don't be so __________. I can't do all the work by myself.
A. reason B. reasonable C. unreasonable D. reasonably
26. Many Vietnamese people ________ their lives for the revolutionary cause of the nation.
A. sacrifice B. sacrificed C. sacrificial D. sacrificially
27. When being interviewed, you should concentrate on what the interviewer is saying or
asking you.
A. be related to B. be interested in
C. pay all attention to D. express interest to
28. There are ______ words in English having more than one meaning. Pay close attention to
this fact.
A. a large many B. quite many C. a great many D. quite a lot
29. He promised to mend the broken wheel soon without ___________ .
A. fail B. failure C. trouble D. mistake
30. I don’t know French, but I’ll ________.
A. get Tom to translate it B. have it translate
C. have Tom to translate it D. make it translate
31. The handwriting is completely ______ . This note must have been written a long time ago.
A. inedible B. indelible C. unfeasible D. illegible
32. The new office block ________well with its surroundings.
A. blends in B. stands out C. shapes up D. sets off
33. Last year, Peter earned ________ his brother.
A. twice as much as B. twice as many as C. twice more than D. twice as more as
34. I felt so much better, my doctor ________me to take a holiday by the sea.
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A. suggested B. advised C. accepted D. considered
35. E-mail is an effective form of communication ________many busy businesses rely.
A. on which B. on that C. which D. that
36. She’s extremely ……………………..……..about modern art. (know)
37. I ……………………..……..met an old friend last week. (expect)
38. Is it possible to ……………………..……..between hobby and an interest. (distinct)
39. Jim is one of the most ……………………..……..members of the committee. (speak)
40. She lost the case because of her ……………………..……..evidence. (admit)
41. Ants and bees are described as ……………………..……..insects. (industry)
42. Nobody wanted to …………………….…..the obnoxious boy, so he was always alone. (friend)
43. If your luggage is very ……………………..……..you’ll have to pay an excess charge. (weight)
44. On the way to the country we sometimes stopped to admire the ………………………. (picture)
scenery.
45. We are continuing to pour billions of tons of ……………………..……..into the (pollute)
atmosphere every year.
46. His teacher encouraged him taking part in the competition.
47. A five-thousand-dollars reward was offered for the capture of the escaped criminals.
48. To attract someone's attention we can use either verbal and non-verbal forms of communication.
49. The novels of Kurt Vonnegut present a desperately comic aware of human nature.
50. Since poaching is becoming more seriously, the government has imposed stricter laws to prevent it.
51. Could you put me …………….…..to the manager, please?
52. The police are trying to find …………….…..where the robbers hid the money.
53. There has been a noticeable improvement …………….…..Tim's cooking.
54. There has been some decrease …………….…..military spending this year.
55. Don’t worry about it. I’ll set …………a meeting between Jake and you when I get to the office.
Few people now question the reality of global warming and its effects on the world's
climate. Many scientists (56) ________ the blame for recent natural disasters on the increase
(57) ________ the world's temperatures and are convinced that, more than ever before, the
Earth is at (58) ________ from the force of the wind, rain and sun. (59) ________ to them,
global warming is making extreme weather events; such as hurricanes and droughts, even more
(60) ________ and causing sea levels all around the world to (61) ________. Environmental
groups are putting (62) ________ on governments to take action to reduce the amount of carbon
dioxide which is given (63) ________ by factories and power plants, thus attacking the problem
at its source. They are in (64) ________ of more money being spent on research into solar, wind
and wave energy devices, which could then replace existing power stations. Some scientists,
(65) ________, believe that even if we stopped releasing carbon dioxide and other gases into the
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atmosphere tomorrow, we would have to wait several hundred years to notice the results. Global
warming, it seems, is to stay.
56. A. give B. put C. take D. have
57. A. in B. at C. by D. to
58. A. threat B. danger C. risk D. harm
59. A. Concerning B. Regarding C. Depending D. According
60. A. strike B. strong C. severe D. heavy
61. A. raise B. arise C. lift D. rise
62. A. force B. pressure C. persuasion D. encouragement
63. A. off B. away C. up D. over
64. A. belief B. request C. favor D. suggestion
65. A. because B. however C. despite D. although
Most human diets contain between 10 and 15 percent of their total calories as protein.
The rest of the dietary energy comes from carbohydrates, fats, and in some people, alcohol. The
proportion of calories from fats varies from 10 percent in poor communities to 40 percent or
more in rich communities.
In addition to providing energy, fats have several other functions in the body. The fat-
soluble vitamins, A, D, E, and K, are dissolved in fats, as their name implies. Good sources of
these vitamins have high oil or fat content, and the vitamins are stored in the body’s fatty
tissues. In the diet, fats cause food to remain longer in the stomach, thus increasing the feeling
of fullness for some time after a meal is eaten. Fats add variety, taste, and texture to foods,
which accounts for the popularity of fried foods. Fatty deposits in the body have an insulating
and protective value. The curves of the human female body are due mostly to strategically
located fat deposits.
Whether a certain amount of fat in the diet is essential to human health is not definitely
known. When rats are fed a fat-free diet, their growth eventually ceases, their skin becomes
inflamed and scaly, and their reproductive systems are damaged. Two fatty acids, linoleic and
arachidonic acids, prevent these abnormalities and hence are called essential fatty acids. They
also are required by a number of other animals, but their roles in human beings are debatable.
Most nutritionists consider linoleic fatty acid an essential nutrient for humans.
66. This passage probably appeared in which of the following?
A. diet book B. A book on basic nutrition
C. A cookbook D. A popular women’s magazine
67. We can infer from the passage that all of the following statements about fats are true
EXCEPT
A. fats provide energy for the body
B. economics influences the distribution of calorie intake
C. poor people eat more fatty foods
D. alcohol is not a common source of dietary energy
68. The word “functions” in line 5 is closest in meaning to_______
A. forms B. needs C. jobs D. sources
69. The phrase “stored in” in line 7 is closest in meaning to_______
A. manufactured in B. attached to C. measured by D. accumulated in
70. The author states that fats serve all of the following body functions EXCEPT to
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A. promote a feeling of fullness B. insulate and protect the body
C. provide energy D. control weight gain
71. The word “essential to” in line 12 is closest in meaning to________
A. required for B. desired for C. detrimental to D. beneficial to
72. According to the author of the passage, which of the following is true for rats when they are
fed a fat free diet?
A. They stop growing B. They have more babies
C. They lose body hair D. They require less care
73. Linoleic fatty acid is mentioned in the passage as _____________
A. an essential nutrient for humans B. more useful than arachidonic acid
C. preventing weight gain in rats D. a nutrient found in most foods
74. The phrase “these abnormalities” refers to_____
A. a condition caused by fried foods
B. strategically located fat deposits
C. curves on the human female body
D. cessation of growth, bad skin, and damaged reproductive systems
75. That humans should all have some fat our diet is, according to the author,_________
A. a commonly held view B. not yet a proven fact
C. only true for women D. proven to be true by experiments in rats
Many thousands of children have accidents in their homes. As a (76) ……………….……….. , some
children died. The most common accidents are with (77) ……………….……….. and hot water. Small
children often touch pots of (78) ……………….……….. water on the stove. The pots fall over and the hot
water falls on the children and (79) ……………….……….. them. Some children like to (80) ……………….
……….. with fire. They enjoy striking matches or throwing things on a fire to make it burn
brightly. If the fire gets too big, it gets out of (81) ……………….………... Then the house (82) ……………….
……….. fire. It is very (83) ……………….……….. to play with matches. When a child strikes a (84)
……………….……….., the flame soon burns near his fingers. Then he (85) ……………….……….. the match on
the floor. Many houses catch fire in this way.

printed before it.
86. I meant to post that letter before lunch.
 What I meant................................................................................................................................................................................................................
87. Success depends on hard work.
 The harder.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................
88. Peter hasn’t had his hair cut for over 3 months.
 It is over............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
89. Robert is sorry now that he didn’t accept the job.
 Robert now wishes................................................................................................................................................................................................
90. You can use it as long as you like, and it won’t rear out
 No matter how............................................................................................................................................................................................................
91. It’s impossible for us not to laugh when he starts singing.
 We can’t............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
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92. Experts think that all dogs evolved from wolves.
 All dogs.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
93. Scientists have tried very hard to find a cure for AIDS.
 Enormous.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................
94. Although Judy was severely disabled she participated in many sports.
 Despite her.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................
95. People will only become aware of the problem if you increase the publicity.
 Only if.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
96. Tim looks nothing like his father. (take)
 Tim………………………………………………………………………his father at all.
97. Don't conclude that learning English is easy. (come)
 Don't ……………………………………………………..………………that learning English is easy.
98. My brother is not feeling well these days. (weather)
 My brother is ………………………………………………….……………………these days.
99. She felt uncomfortable in the huge hotel. (fish)
 She felt like ………………………………………………………………………in the huge hotel.
100. The defense contributed enormously to the team's success. (made)
 The defense ………………………………………………..……….……………………the team's success.
101. You mustn’t drive more than 100 kph on this road. (allowed)
 You ………………………………………………………..……………more than 100 kph on this road.
102. I saw a TV programme last month, which was very similar to this one. (bears)
 This TV programme ……………………………………………………………………the one I saw last month.
103. My sister needed more than three hours to finish her homework last night. (over)
 It …………………………….………………………………………………her homeworklast night.
104. My boss tends to lose her temper when she's feeling stressed. (tendency)
 My boss………………………………………………………………her temper when she's feeling stressed.
105. My friend persuaded me to go to the party in fancy dress. (talked)
 I ………………………………………………………………to the party in fancy dress by my friend.
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SỞ GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO KỲ THI CHỌN HSG LỚP 9 CẤP TỈNH

________________ NĂM HỌC ………………………….

SECTION III: READING (6.0 POINTS)

SECTION IV. WRITITNG (4 POINTS)

3. Teenagers hate questions that aim to check up on them. ………………..

5. Parents should watch for danger signs in some teenagers. ………………..

SIDNEY STREET COMMUNITY CENTRE

SECTION IV. WRITITNG (4 POINTS)

SECTION I: LISTENING (3.0 points)

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SECTION I: LISTENING (3.0 points)

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SECTION I: LISTENING (3.0 points)

Possible time and place of theft

the floor. Many houses catch fire in this way.

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