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Semester/Academic year 2 2021-2022

FINAL EXAM
Date 16/05/2022
Course title English 4
Course ID LA1009
UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY – VNUHCM
FOREIGN LANGUAGE CENTER Duration 50 mins Question sheet code 4001

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PRONUNCIATION AND STRESS

Which underlined part is pronounced differently?
1. A. measure B. increase C. treatment D. feature
2. A. experiment B. stereotype C. attention D. experience
3. A. bargain B. painting C. complaint D. container
4. A. stuff B. mural C. rubbish D. bug
5. A. discussion B. mission C. session D. possession
Which word is stressed differently from the others?
6. A. uncomfortable B. unnecessary C. unfamiliar D. unusual
7. A. document B. guitarist C. equipment D. extension
8. A. passionately B. professionally C. consequently D. similarly
9. A. accept B. argue C. admit D. allow
10. A. determined B. tremendous C. colorful D. transparent

GRAMMAR AND STRUCTURE

Choose the word or phrase that best completes each sentence.
11. Evolution, _______ is the generally accepted theory of how life on earth developed, is still disputed by
some scientists.
A. that B. whom C. who D. which
12. He ________ me what the time was because he didn't have a watch.
A. told B. asked C. said D. warned
13. Expensive brands are usually kept at eye level in supermarkets because they are more _______ seen and
reached there.
A. ease B. easy C. easier D. easily
14. I wish I ________ good care of myself when I was 20.
A. had taken B. took C. was taking D. have taken
15. A student admitted _________ on the assignment and another was found.
A. cheating B. cheat C. to be cheating D. to cheat
16. Mary is always bad-tempered. _________, she doesn't have many friends.
A. Nevertheless B. Consequently C. Even though D. Unfortunately
17. Supersize Me was the first documentary _________ about the dangers of fast food.
A. talk B. talks C. to talk D. talked
18. Unless you _________ all of my questions, I can’t do anything to help you.
A. answered B. answer C. would answer D. are answering
19. The business didn’t stop, __________ there was a lot of talk in the newspapers about closing down all
the bars and clubs.
A. when B. because C. even though D. as if
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20. “Take a look at yourself in the mirror!”  She told the boy ________ a look at himself in the mirror.
A. taking B. take C. took D. to take
21. She made me so annoyed that I felt _________ shouting at her.
A. as B. such as C. like D. for
22. The states _________ the most electricity from natural gas are Texas and California.
A. to produce B. produces C. producing D. produced
23. The man ________ answered the phone told me you were out.
A. that B. whom C. which D. Ø
24. Though we may not realize it, colors, sounds and smells _______ to manipulate supermarket customers.
A. use B. have used C. used D. are used
25. She had the invitations _________ a week before the party.
A. sending B. to send C. sent D. to be sent

VOCABULARY
Choose the word or phrase that best completes each sentence.
26. Using a telescope, Galileo discovered stars that were __________ to the naked eye.
A. impolite B. individual C. impatient D. invisible
27. ‘Multimedia’ has been a ___________ in the computer industry for years.
A. style B. photorealism C. buzzword D. fashion
28. He couldn't ___________ which course to follow next semester.
A. make progress B. make up his mind C. make difference D. make sense
29. Even with my cell phone on silent, the vibration was enough to ___________ me.
A. distract B. notice C. focus D. observe
30. To everyone’s surprise, his victims __________ believed that he was helping them.
A. dishonestly B. responsibly C. genuinely D. correctly
31. If something I want is on special __________, I’ll try to buy it quickly in case it sells out.
A. offer B. proposal C. case D. condition
32. They have built a system that uses ________ intelligence to help retailers predict what consumers want.
A. technological B. scientific C. precious D. artificial
33. Coming from a village, it took some time for the family to ________ to living in a big city.
A. change B. adapt C. swap D. modify
34. She was proud that the magazine had agreed to __________ one of her stories.
A. agree B. publish C. allow D. cater
35. There are a number of ________ displaying works from local artists with pretty reasonable prices.
A. galleries B. theatres C. stadiums D. stages
36. These railways are ___________ with nearly all the state capitals and principal ports.
A. undergone B. passed C. arranged D. connected
37. He makes __________ selling used cars, then he can afford to travel around the world.
A. a splash B. a good living C. a deal D. a point
38. Remember to _________ the community and contribute to it. That’s what social media is all about.
A. respect B. provide C. sacrifice D. disgust
39. The students were allowed to pick any __________ topics to do their essays on.
A. irrelevant B. redundant C. unrelated D. relevant
40. Notre Dame de Paris, one of the best-known churches in the world, is considered one of the finest
examples of French Gothic ________.
A. furniture B. agriculture C. architecture D. culture
41. Online shopping gives ________ far more choice to look for bargains.
A. consumers B. shopkeepers C. retailers D. producers
42. International communication helps people to discover different cultures and break _______ of other
nationalities.
A. models B. stereotypes C. patterns D. samples
43. A lot of people may think communication is a simple one-way process when in fact it is very _______.
A. interactive B. international C. interchangeable D. interfering
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44. About 50 voluntary art students are working on a large ________ covering the east side of the building.
A. graffiti B. mural C. sculpture D. carpet
45. I prefer going to small ________ like clubs or halls where the participants are close to the stage.
A. studios B. rooms C. venues D. fairs

READING
Read the following passage and choose the correct answer (A, B, C, or D) to each question.
Studies show that over sixty percent of communication between people is nonverbal, though
most people do not actively control their body language. Understanding the cues sent out by the position
of the eyes, mouth, hands and stance can help anyone to achieve more efficient communication. It also
helps to prevent miscommunication that can result when body language and words are not in sync.
Communication constantly occurs through physical expression.
Facial cues can greatly alter the meaning of an exchange between two people. Eye contact
generally means openness, a willingness to listen and express ideas. Looking down is an invitation for
the other person to speak. Looking to the side means that one is distracted and perhaps not listening.
Looking up can mean that one is thinking, though it can also indicate distraction. The mouth position is
similar. A relaxed jaw and mouth mean openness to the conversation. Biting a lip can mean hiding
information. A stiff jaw can show a desire for control. Smiling without making eye contact can mean
keeping information to oneself or avoiding a conflict.
Physical positioning of the body also carries weight in an exchange. Whether or not a person
uses gestures when speaking can be a personality difference; however, some gestures are universal. The
way a person shakes another's hand can indicate openness or dominance. A firm handshake that matches
the other's hand-pressure indicates openness. A firm handshake that puts the other's hand in a downward
position indicates dominance. Mirroring the hand positions of the other person (such as placing hands
on the table or in one's lap) indicates a desire to be synchronous or a felt sense of harmony. Avoiding
similar positioning indicates a desire for individuality or for an exchange of different and individual
ideas. Standing directly in front of someone shows a desire for direct conversation or complete sharing,
either positive or negative. Standing somewhat to the side shows desire for a more casual exchange.
Whether or not people are aware of their body language, the body communicates with others.
Therefore, it is wise to understand body language cues and use them to one's advantage.

46. Which of the following best expresses the main idea of this passage?
A. It is critical to be aware of one's body language when meeting people for the first time.
B. Most people do not realize how much they express with their body language.
C. Positions of key parts of the body, such as the eyes and hands, create nonverbal communication in
any exchange between people.
D. Everyone needs to use body language with positive intention.
47. To achieve more efficient conversation, people have to use about 60% of __________.
A. facial expressions B. signals as a group
C. words D. nonverbal communication
48. The word ‘cues’ (paragraph 1) is closest in meaning to _________.
A. signs B. marks C. traces D. symbols
49. Which of the following statements would the author likely agree with?
A. If you want to show that you are listening to another person, look into the person’s eyes.
B. If you want to invite the other person to speak, look to the side.
C. If you want to show that you are thinking over an idea, look down.
D. If you want to show that you are confused, look up.
50. The word ‘alter’ (paragraph 2) is closest in meaning to _________.
A. change B. swap C. adapt D. develop
51. Which of the following statements about body language is supported by the passage?
A. While most people are not aware of their body language, many people study the subject and become
experts in the use of it.
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B. Though the position of the eyes varies a great deal, there are only two stances that communicate
between people.
C. While many people prefer to communicate casually, it is very important to stand directly in front of
people most of the time.
D. There is a different nonverbal meaning for each of these eye positions: eye contact, looking down,
looking up and looking from side to side.
52. According to the passage, during conversations, which action indicates that you want to control?
A. looking down B. looking to the side
C. a slight smiling D. a stiff jaw
53. What can be the consequence when body language and words are out of sync?
A. Distraction B. Dominance C. Miscommunication D. Openness
54. Which of the following is NOT TRUE according to the passage?
A. Body language helps you a lot in getting your ideas across.
B. Nonverbal communication can be expressed by certain parts of the body.
C. Understanding facial expressions, gestures is so vital in interacting with others.
D. If you want to show that you are thinking, look down.
55. We can infer from the passage that __________
A. The author has experience with using body language incorrectly.
B. The author believes in the importance of body language in communication.
C. The author provides training courses in the wise and productive use of body language.
D. The author frequently tries to show harmony during interactions with other people.

Read the following passage and choose the best word or phrase (A, B, C, or D) to fill in each blank.
The advent of the Internet has brought with it the convenience of shopping at our leisure in the (56)
_________ of our own home. However, for many, the allure of shopping for bargains and treats can turn
into an (57) _________. Experts believe there is a danger that online shopping can develop into a (58)
__________ illness. Researchers from the Hannover Medical School in Germany have termed it
"Buying Shopping Disorder" (BSD). The researchers say this condition should be (59) _______ by the
medical profession as an illness and should not simply be classed as one of various "impulse control"
disorders. Psychotherapist Dr Astrid Müller said: "It really is time to...accumulate further knowledge
about BSD on the Internet."

Dr Müller and her colleagues (60) ________ research on data from earlier studies on compulsive
shopping. Their research focused on 122 patients (61) ________ sought treatment for BSD. Dr Müller
reported that about five percent of the population may be (62) ________ from BSD. She added that
younger people are more prone to developing it and experienced greater levels of anxiety and
depression. People with BSD readily (63) _________ negative behaviors. These include spending
excessive amounts of money (64) _________ things they don't need, hoarding and never using things
they order, buying things for the sake of instant gratification, and ending up in (65) ________. BSD can
destroy marriages, relationships and mental health.

56. A. comfort B. comfortable C. comfortably D. uncomfortable

57. A. addition B. addiction C. action D. attention
58. A. dental B. physical C. healthy D. mental
59. A. organized B. advertised C. recognized D. simplified
60. A. studied B. instructed C. conducted D. learned
61. A. when B. which C. where D. who
62. A. suffer B. suffering C. suffers D. suffered
63. A. exhale B. exit C. exhibit D. exhaust
64. A. from B. on C. in D. at
65. A. debt B. cash C. credit D. interest
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