PRACTICE TEST 26

Choose the word whose underlined part pronounced differently from the rest
1. A. concerned B. candied C. travelled D. dried
2. A. combine B. determine C. discipline D. examine
Choose the word with different tress pattern from the rest
3. A. hospital B. inflation C. policy D. constantly
4. A. garment B. comment C. cement D. even
Identify the underlined part that has to be corrected
5. The sink of (A) the South Korean ferry – the Sewol on 16 April 2014 has resulted (B) in widespread social and
political (C) reaction within (D) South Korea
6. Some people (A) disapprove of keep (B) animals in zoos as (C) they think it is cruel. (D)
7. My favourite place (A) in the word is (B) a small city is located (C) on the southern (D) coast of Vietnam.
Choose the best option to complete the following sentences
8. Cong Phuong, 2 goals for Vietnam in the match against Malaysia, in the star of the 28 th SEA Games.
A. score B. who scored C. scores D. scored
9. At first he didn’t agree, but in the end we managed to bring him to our point of view
A. over B. up C. back D. round
10. We are no obligation to change goods which were not purchased here.
A. to B. at C. with D. under
11. Although we have a large number of students, each one receives attention.
A. alone B. only C. single D. individual
12. In many countries, education is until the age of sixteen.
A. necessary B. compulsory C. essential D. legal
13. In order to avoid boredom, the most important thing is to keep oneself_______.
A. occupied B. occupation C. occupant D. occupational
14. A giraffe is a animal. It has quite a long neck.
A. long-neck B. neck long C. long-necked D. lengthened-neck
15. Ebola virus disease which is ongoing in west Africa is a severe, often fatal illness, with a case rate of up to 90%.
A. fatality B. dead C. mortal D. dying
16. At the universities of Oxford and Cambridge the of teachers to students is very high.
A. proportion B. ratio C. percentage D. number
17. According to present law, the authorities can give poachers a severe _______.
A. punishing B. punish C. punishable D. punishment
18. The children had been of the danger, but had taken no notice.
A. prevented B. warned C. explained D. shown
19. We need actions and interventions of the local authorities to prevent national parks from being destroyed by
pollution.
A. excitedly B. threateningly C. approximately D. timely
Choose the best option to indicate the correct response to each of the following exchanges
20. Maria wants to borrow Stephen’s phone.
- Maria: “Can I use your phone?” - Stephen:”______________.”
A. I’m afraid so. B. Might as well. C. Be my guest. D. Serves you right.
21. Giang has just had his hair cut.
- Lan: “Your hair style is terrific!” - Giang: “_______________.”
A. Yes, that’s alright. B. Thanks. I had it done this morning.
C. Thanks for the curl. D. Never mention it.
Choose the word/ phrase that is closest in meaning to the underlined words/phrase in the following sentence
22. These are all-star, professional teams composed of 22 players each.
A. qualified B. handy C. practiced D. special
23. She is always diplomatic when she deals with angry students.
A. strict B. outspoken C. tactful D. firm
Choose the word/ phrase that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word/phrase in the following sentence
24. She was unhappy that the lost contact with a lot of her old friends when she went abroad to study.
A. made room for B. put in charge of C. got in touch with D. lost control of
25. Wed better speed up if we want to get there in time.
A. slow down B. turn down C. put down D. lie down
Choose the sentence that is closest in meaning to the given ones
26. The doctor said, "You really ought to rest for a few days, Jasmine"
A. Jasmine’s doctor insisted that she should rest for a few days
B. The doctor suggested that Jasmine should take a short rest
C. The doctor strongly advised Jasmine to take a few days’ rest
D. It is the doctor's recommendation that Jasmine rested shortly
27. To be quite honest, I can't stand the taste of cigarettes.
A. In fact, I strongly dislike the taste of cigarettes B. Honestly, cigarettes make me ill
C. Frankly, the taste of cigarettes doesn't bother me D. As a matter of fact, I prefer to be seated while smoking
28. " What you have cooked is the best in the world!" John said to his girlfriend.
A. John asked his girlfriend what she had cooked
B. John told his girlfriend what she had cooked is the best in the word.
C. John congratulated his girlfriend on her cooking
D. John said to his girlfriend on her cooking

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Choose the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following questions
29. John is studying hard. He doesn't want to fail the next exam.
A. John is studying hard in order not to fail the next exam
B. John is studying hard in order that he not fail the next exam
C. John is studying hard so as to not to fail the next exam
D. John is studying hard in order in order to not to fail the next exam
30. His academic record at high school was poor. He failed to apply to that prestigious institution.
A. Being poor academic record at high school, he failed to apply to that prestigious institution
B. Since his academic record at high school was poor, he failed to apply to that prestigious institution
C. His academic record at high school was poor as a result of his failed to apply to that prestigious institution
D. His academic record at high school was poor so he did not apply to that prestigious institution
Choose the best option to fill in each of the numbered blanks to complete the following passage
Primary and Secondary education in Australia are delivered through both government and non-government
providers. State and Territory governments have major responsibility (31) government schools education and
contribute to funds for non-government schools. (32) students enroll in government schools which operate
under the direct responsibility of the State or Territory Education Minister, while the rest choose non-government
schooling. The Australia government's role includes the provision of significant supplementary financial (33) to
government and non-government school authorities to support agreed priorities and strategies. Schooling is (34)
_____ from age 6 to 15 in all states except Tasmania, where it extends to 16. However, in most States and
Territories, children start primary school at the age of 5 when they enroll in preparatory or kindergarten year, after
which primary education continues for either six or seven years depending on the State and the length of primary
education. Students usually commence their secondary schooling when (35) 12 or 13, reaching year 12 at 17
or 18.
31. A. of B. about C. in D. for
32. A. Most B. Mostly C. Almost D. The most
33. A. sponsor B. supply C. support D. problem
34. A. compulsory B. obliged C. must D. necessary
35. A. age B. year C. aged D. at
Read the passage and choose the best answer to each of the questions that follow it
Education is another area of social life in which information technology is changing the way we communicate.
Today's college students may not simply sit in a lecture or a library to learn about their field. Through their computers
and the wonders of virtual reality they can participate in lifelike simulated experiences. Consider the following
scenario of the future of education made possible through developments in information technology.
For children over the age of 10, daily attendance at school is not compulsory. Some of the older children attend
school only once or twice a week to get tutorial support or instruction from a teacher. For the most part, pupils are
encouraged to work online from home. Students should complete a minimum number of study hour per year;
however, they may make up these hours by studying at home at times that suit their family schedule. They can log on
early or late in the day and even join live classes in other countries. In order to ensure that each student is learning
adequately, computer software will automatically monitor the number hours a week each student studies online as
well as that student's learning materials and assessment activities. Reports will be available for parents and teachers.
The software can then identify the best learning activities and conditions for each individual student and generate
similar activities. It can also identify areas of week achievement and produce special programs adjusted to the
students' needs.
36. What is the topic of the passage?
A. Students don't have to go to school any more B. The effect of information technology on education.
C. Students can know about their weak aspects to focus D. Computer software will make sure students learn at home
37. The word "lifelike" in the first paragraph is closest in meaning to _______.
A. realistic B. special C. suitable D. likely
38. How many times are children who are older than 10 required to go to school weekly?
A. There B. No time C. Once or twice D. Four
39. Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?
A. Pupils can to work online from home to complete a minimum number of study hour.
B. It is compulsory for students to attend the class at school
C. Pupils have to sit in a lecture or a library to learn about their field
D. Pupils must log on time to join live classes in other countries
40. What can't the software do?
A. Find out the best activities for the students B. Design materials for the students
C. Identify weaknesses of the students. D. Monitor the time the students learn
41. The word "It" in the second paragraph refers to_______.
A. activity B. report C. achievement D. software
42. What is NOT mentioned as a benefit of information technology to the students?
A. Students can learn at times that suit their schedule. B. Students can stay at home to learn
C. Students' learning time won't be monitored D. Students week achievement can be identified.
Read the passage and choose the best answer to each of the questions that follow it
THE RUINED TEMPLES OF ANGKOR
The ruined temples of Angkor are perhaps one of the most impressive seven Wonder of the World. Located in
modern day Cambodia near Lake Tonle Sap, the largest freshwater lake in Asia, Angkor was the seat of power for the
Khmer Empire from the ninth to the most impressive ones in the world, rivaling the pyramids of Giza in Egypt. Why
this mighty civilization died out is a question that archeologists are now only beginning to ponder. The answer, it turns
out, may be linked with the availability of fresh water.
One possible explanation for the downfall of the Khmer Empire has to do with the inhabitants’ irrigation system.
The temple and palaces of Angkor were constructed around a series of artificial reservoirs and canals which were
annually flooded to capacity by the Mekong River. Once filled, they were used to irrigate the surrounding rice paddies

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and farmland during the course of the year. Farmers were completely dependent upon the water for their crucial rice
crop. Without consistent irrigation, the farmers would have been unable to maintain functional crop production.
Scientists speculate that toward the end of the Khmer Empire the hydraulic systems of the reservoirs and canals
broke down. The construction of hundreds of sandstone temples and palaces required an enormous amount of
physical labor. In addition, as the capital of the Khmer Empire, Angkor contained upwards of one hundred thousand
people who resided in and around Angkor. In order to feed so many people, the local farmers were driven to grow
food quicker and more efficiently. After centuries of continual use, the irrigation system was pushed beyond its
capacity. Soil erosion, nutrient depletion, and the loss of water led to decrease in the food supply. With less food
available, the people of Angkor slowly began to migrate to other parts of Cambodia thus leaving the marvelous city of
Angkor to be swallowed by the jungle. Therefore, it is speculated that the Khmer Empire may have fallen victim to its
own decrepit infrastructures.
43. According to the passage, Lake Tonle Sap in Cambodia_______.
A. is one of the Seven Wonders of the World B. is an enormous fresh body of water in Asia
C. was unable to supply enough fish for the people of Angkor D. became polluted due to a population explosion
44. The word “seat” in the first paragraph is closest in meaning to_______.
A. battle B. chief C. summit D. location
45. What is the passage mainly about?
A. Modern day agricultural procedures in Cambodia. B. A possible explanation for the decline of a civilization.
C. The essential role water plays in farming D. Religious temples of the ancient Khmer Empire
46. What does the passage preceding most likely discuss?
A. Architecture of ancient Asian civilization B. The form of government practiced by the Khmer Empire.
C. The other six wonders of the world. D. Religious practices of the people of Angkor.
47. The word “reservoirs” in the second paragraph could best be replaced by_______.
A. dams B. river C. lakes D. wells
48. The word “they” in the second paragraph refers to_______.
A. Temples and places B. Farmland C. rice patties D. reservoirs and canals
49. All of the following are mentioned as events that can affect food supply EXCEPT_______.
A. reduction of nutrients B. loss of water supply C. erosion of soil D. contamination of soil.
50. It can be inferred from the passage that the inhabitants of the Khmer Empire_______.
A. lost their food source due to excess rainfall. B. were intentionally starved by the farmers
C. depended upon rice as their main source of food.
D. supplemented their diets with meat hunted in the nearby jungles.
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