TEACHERO ENGLISH CENTER GRADE 9

0936.821.022 REVISION: UNIT 1, 2, 3

I. Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the others.
1. a. concentration b. question c. attraction d. emotion
2. a. exist b. exchange c. extreme d. expect
3. a. recognize b. opinion c. adolescence d. conflict
4. a. urban b. craft c. organize d. Canada
5. a. artisan b. handicraft c. machine d. heritage
6. a. environment b. repeat c. embroider d. transfer
7. a. pottery b. opinion c. communicate d. behavior
8. a. conflict b. forbidden c. reliable d. determine
9. a. lighthouse b. heritage c. hotel d. hour
10. a. embarrassed b. depressed c. worried d. stressed
II. Choose the word that has the main stress placed differently from the others.
1. a. encourage b. volunteer c. overcome d. understand
2. a. informed b. worried c. relaxed d. depressed
3. a. recognition b. affordable c. independent d. adolescence
4. a. artisan b. frustration c. emotion d. forbidden
5. a. recreational b. university c. individual d. communicator
6. a. frustrated b. confident c. delighted d. embarrassed
7. a. skyscraper b. populous c. financial d. fabulous
8. a. cosmopolitan b. communication c. multicultural d. metropolitan
9. a. handicraft b. cultural c. museum d. sculpture
10. a. opinion b. embroider c. department d. drumhead

III. Complete the sentences with the words from the box.

lacquerware abandoned metropolitan emergency self-discipline

sprawl multicultural embarrassed adolescence lanterns

1. The charity’s work involves finding foster homes for children.

2. We try to teach the children self-reliance and .
3. During , boys are sometimes very shy and lacking of self-confidence.
4. The chair broke when Tim sat on it – he was pretty .
5. The services in this area simply couldn’t cope if there were a major accident
or terrorist attack.
6. Urban is caused in part by the need to accommodate a rising urban population.
7. Singapore’s mix of cultures – mostly Chinese, Indian, and Malay – makes it a society.
8. Vietnamese believe that hanging a couple of in front of their houses will bring the
warmth and happiness to the family.
9. Duck eggshell is especially applied in Vietnamese .
10. San Francisco tops the list of the 25 largest areas by household income.
IV. Write the correct form of the words in brackets.
1. Sydney’s a metropolitan and ___________ city, so we have a great variety of (CULTURE)
things and foods from different countries.
2. There are a lot of silk _________ such as carves, ties and dresses in our shop. (PRODUCE)
3. Last week we had a ____________ trip to an ancient village on the outskirts (MEMORY)
of Hanoi.
4. Obviously, our handicrafts are in ____________ with those of other villages. (COMPETE)
5. We are impressed by a wide ___________ of lacquerwares in the showroom. (VARY)
6. Lan has made a new dress for herself and she feels so _____________ with (DELIGHT)
her fashionable dress.
7. Lan was upset because her parents _________________her. (UNDERSTAND)
8. I feel really tired after spending a ____________ night studying for the exam. (SLEEP)
9. Since changing the way of production, many craftsmen have voluntarily (COOPERATE)
joined together to form _______________.
10. Villagers are morekind, friendly and warm-hearted than city ___________. (DWELL)
11. I suffer from depression and ____________, but I don’t know how to get (ANXIOUS)
over my problems.
12. We should not make an important ____________ until we have thought (DECIDE)
carefully about it.
13. The ______________ of the world’s population lived in urban areas in 2014. (MAJOR)
14. Nha Trang, a ___________ city in Central Viet Nam, is generally (COAST)
recognized as Viet Nam’s main beach destination.
15. Recently, we made a trip to visit Dong Ho village with a desire to meet the (ART)
old __________ – Nguyen Huu Sam.
16. Many people enjoy the pleasures and of living in a city center. (CONVENIENT)
17. Cigarette smoking is _______________ for about 90% of deaths from lung (RESPOND)
cancer.
18. He went on to work in film and shared a flat with his father. (PRODUCE)
19. John changed from a friendly and cheerful young boy into a confused (ADOLESCENCE)
_____________.
20. The weather was ________________, so we arrived earlier than expected. (FAVOR)
21. Schools must try to make science more ________________ to youngsters. (ATTRACT)
22. She managed to find a job immediately after __________________. (GRADUATE)
23. Parents need to continue to ________________ with the child. (EMPATHY)
24. During the 19th century, Britain became the world’s first modern (URBAN)
______________ society.
25. She got into ______________ difficulties after her parents had passed away. (FINANCE)
V. Choose the best answer a, b, c or d to complete the sentence.
1. For that artisans, making the paintings is a career ______ it supports the life of many generations of
the family.
A. because of B. although C. so that D. because
2. My parents once took me to Bat Trang village. I could make my own _________ there.
A. pottery B. lacquer C. painting D. sculpture
3. _________ he’s spent a lot of money to redecorate his shop, he cannot make any more profit.
A. In order to B. Although C. So that D. Because of
4. We _________ a really good restaurant near the central station.
A. found out B. got over C. took off D. looked forward
5. Ha Noi City now is _________ it was 10 years ago.
A. not as large B. much larger than C. more large than D. the largest
6. She was really impressed _________ the friendliness of the local people.
A. with B. by C. in D. on
7. Mom, I’ve got the first rank in class this semester. - ………………
A. Well done B. Thank you C. Never mind D. Let’s go
8. I will pick you up at eight o’clock on my way to the airport. - ___________________
A. For pleasure B. I have a phone. C. Would be. D. Great. I’ll see you then.
9. Vietnamese women today prefer modern clothes ______ Ao Dai.
A. at B. to C. in D. with
10. That church looks very old. When _________?
A. was it built B. is it built C. has it been built D. did it build
11. Should all motorcyclists be __________to wear helmets?
A. interested B. dangerous C. impressed D. compulsory
12. Osaka has become one of the _________ “liveable” city in Asia.
A. more B. better C. much D. most
13. I rarely eat ice cream now but I______ it when I was a child.
A. eat B. used to eat C. would eat D. will eat
14. He wondered _________to tell the news to his parents.
A. why B. how C. what D. which
15. I wish my parents could put themselves in my ______
A. shoes B. bags C. blanket D. heart
16. The children in my village used to go ______, even in winter. Now they all have shoes.
A. on foot B. bare-footed C. playing around D. played around
17. Huy got a bad mark for his English test. He must have been really _________.
A. disappointed B. relaxing C. interested D. happy
18. Jane said that she _________ come and look after the children the following day.
A. would B. was C. has to D. is going to
19. You should take your shoes __________ when you go into the pagoda.
A. on B. up C. off D. in
20. He was lazy ______ he was dismissed. Now he's out of work.
A. because B. since C. so D. as
21. “Thank you very much for your help.” “______”
A. It’s quite OK. B. That’s right. C. I’d love to. D. You’re welcome.
22. Phuong: “I’m taking my TOEFL test tomorrow.”- Daisy: “_________”
A. Good fortune B. Good luck. C. Good outcome. D. Good success.
23. I came here…………………..I could see you.
A. so that B. in order C. after D. despite
24. She presented me with a new blanket on which she …………some beautiful flowers.
A. knitted B. embroidered C. moulded D. carved
25. The members of the family ate hamburgers while Peter ………….baseball.
A. is playing B. plays C. was playing D. has been playing
26. Singers and movies stars always want to look ……………. When they appear in public.
A. fashionable B. colorful C. worldwide D. occasional
27. The boy looks …………..when he sees his parents at the door of the classroom.
A. relaxed B. confused C. confident D. confusing
28. Jimmy walked down the road without looking………….anybody.
A. for B. up C. at D. after
29. We think our parents should ………………..in our shoes.
A. put ourselves B. put themselves C. let them D. put them
30. The teacher let me ……..home early because I felt ill.
A. go B. going C. went D. to go
31. Ha Noi City now is……… ………than it was 10 years ago.
A. as large B. more large C. much larger D. the largest
32. Nam: “Thank you so much for showing me around today.”- Tuan: “………. It’ll be good fun.”
A. That’s ok B. Thank you so much.
C. Yes, please D. Sure
33. Peter: “You must be Mary’s mother.” - Mary’s mother: “…………………., I am.”
A. You are welcome B. Certainly, I am
C. That’s right D. No worries

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to
the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions
1. Maths and English are compulsory subjects in my school.
A. required B. difficult C. interesting D. optional
2. The council had to cancel the football match because of the storm.
A. come back B. call off C. set off D. pass down
3. The village is located in a valley.
A. situated B. replaced C. put D. sited
4. We spent an enjoyable evening talking about old times.
A. pleasant B. boring C. comfortable D. free
5. There is not a lot of world news in this newspaper.
A. crowded B. international C. urban D. local
6. At weekends the city is always packed with people.
A. crowded B. busy C. noisy D. polluted
7. Once you’ve finished cleaning, you can go on with your work.
A. examine B. make a note C. consider D. continue
8. We will join in Christmas event in our class.
A. take part in B. take in C. interested in D. work in
9. Could you pleased turn off the TV?
A. turn on B. shut down C. plug in D. shut up
10. Many students are anxious about the coming interview.
A. kind B. noisy C. crowded D. worried
11. Wilson is a sociable boy. He makes friends at his new school easily.
A. careful B. friendly C. nervous D. shy
12. Let’s put off that meeting to next Monday.
A. start B. arrange C. cancel D. postpone
13. Let’s wait here for her; I’m sure she’ll turn up before long.
A. arrive B. visit C. enter D. return

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to
the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions
1. Lan is very depressed because here closest friend is moving to another city.
A. sad B. disappointed C. happy D. delighting
2. Take off your hat when you go to the pagoda.
A. go on B. pull down C. take up D. put on
3. Is math a compulsory subject in Vietnamese high school?
A. required B. despised C. difficult D. optional
4. The doctor advised Peter to give up smoking.
A. stop B. continue C. finish D. consider
5. My parents always encourage me to participate in social activities to gain more life experience.
A. get B. lose C. warn D. post
6. Lucy looked really beautiful in her nice dress at her birthday party.
A. colourful B. ugly C. nervous D. attractive
7. Having to work to a deadline can be a stressful experience for students.
A. painful B. practical C. relaxing D. tense
8. Children brought up in a caring environment tend to grow more sympathetic towards others.
A. loving B. dishonest C. healthy D. hateful
9. Today students are under a lot of pressure due to the high expectations from their parents and teachers.
A. nervousness B. emotion C. stress D. relaxation
10. Sue was offered a job as a translator but she turned it down.
A. refused it B. denied it C. rejected it D. accepted it
11. I just want to stay at home and watch TV and take it easy.
A. sit down B. sleep C. relax D. eat
12. In developing countries, a lot of people are still living in poverty.
A. wealth B. illiteracy C. health D. difficulty
13. She is carrying out a health project for the disadvantaged in inner cities and rural areas.
A. urban B. coastal C. mountainous D. suburban
VI. Write the correct form or tense of the verbs in brackets.
1. Nick asked Phong if he _____________ (go) to Nga’s birthday party the previous night.
2. The teacher let me _____________ (go) home early because I felt ill.
3. When my daughter ____________ (grow up), I’ll teach her how to study English.
4. Mrs Lan, with her husband, _____________ (go) to Sapa recently.
5. Don’t forget _______ (lock) the door before going out.
6. They could understand our conversation if they ___________ (know) English.
7. I suggest you _____________ (visit) Ha Long Bay. It’ s very picturesque.
8. My old friend and colleague, John, ______________ (just got) married lately.
9. During our conversation, I realized that we __________ (meet) each other before.
10. Three new buildings _____________ (build) in the village recently.
11. Why don’t you ___________ (take) a shower instead of having a bath.
12. Maria decided ______________ (continue) her education after a gap year.
13. If I _____ (be) you, I ______________ (spend) more time with the children.
14. Most students expect ____________ (get) more help with the homework from their teachers.
15. The city has changed a lot since I last ___________ (visit) it.

VII. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word that
best complete each blank.
I'm fascinated by traditional handicrafts. At weekends, I usually go to Bat Trang where I was bom.
It's a (1) _____ village not far from Ha Noi centre. My uncle and my aunt still live in Bat Trang and they
own a big workshop there. In fact, my grandparents set up that workshop and some years ago, my uncle
and my aunt took over the business because my grandparents are very old. My grandfather is a well-
known artisan in the village. Every time I go there, he teaches me how to make things from day such as
pots, vase and bowls.
There are (2) _____of tourists coming from all over the country and the world to Bat Trang craft
village. They can make pottery themselves in workshops and they learn how to paint on ceramics. They
can buy the things they like or need for their houses. Many people enjoy their visit to Bat Trang
(3)______they feel very interested after their trip.
1. A. pottery B. moulding C. making hat D. painting
2. A. a lot B. little C. lot D. much
3. A. so B. but C. therefore D. and

VIII. Mark the letter a, b, c or d to indicate that underlined part that needs correction.
1. By mistake the candidate wrote all her answers on pencil despite the instructions.
A B C D
2. They’d pulled the registry office out, which then left an open space.
A B C D
3. A lot of modern art is showing at the exhibition which lasts until next Monday.
A B C D
4. The new manager wondered if to adopt a new technology from their partner in the UK.
A B C D
5. If you have a lot of information about the different universities you can make a more informative
A B C D
decision.
6. Based on computer statistics, what is the less greatest profession in the world?
A B C D
7. Despite they said construction was completed, there were builders working on the hotel when
A B C D
we arrived.
8. Do you think the Harry Potter films are by far better than the books?
A B C D
9. She said that she doesn’t want to see any of them and asked them to go away.
A B C D
10. Tom managed to convince Mary to make the laundry for him.
A B C D
11. The British Museum, that I visited last year, is considered the first national public music in the world.
A B C D
12. A Statue of Liberty is at the entrance to New York harbor.
A B C D
IX. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word that
best complete each blank.
Living in a city has a number of drawbacks. First of all, there is the problem of traffic jams and traffic
(1)________ The increase in population and the increasing number of vehicles have caused many
accidents to happen every day. Next, air pollution (2)________ affects people’s health, and is also has a
bad influence on the environment. More and more city dwellers suffer from coughing or breathing
problems. (3)________, the city is noisy, even at night. Noise pollution comes from the traffic and from
construction sites. Buildings are always being knocked down and rebuilt. These factors contribute to
making city life more difficult for its residents.
1. A. accidents B. light C. pollution D. calm
2. A. weakly B. positively C. actively D. negatively
3. A. However B. Although C. Moreover D. Therefore

IX. Match sentences.

A B
1. What is the function of the Magic Number? a. That’s cool.
2. I wonder whether to encourage him to follow his b. We can use public transportation instead of
dream. cars or motorbikes.
3. Was she delighted to take a course on medicine c. I had an appointment with my doctor. I
as her parents wished? suffered from stomachache those days.
4. Artisans have to follow 15 stages to make a d. I think you should do it.
conical hat, don’t they?
5. Shall we try making a lantern when visiting Hoi e. No, she wasn’t.
An?
6. Sherry, getting over the jet lag? f. It is a service for counselling and protecting
children and young adults in Vietnam.
7. Why did you turn down his invitation to the g. Yes, I slept like a log right after arriving
party? home.
8. How can we reduce the pollution in urban area? h. Yes, they do.
X. Choose the correct answers to complete the passage.
Living in a city has a (1) _______ of drawbacks. Firstly, there is the problem of traffic (2) ________
and traffic accidents. The increase (3) ________ population and the increasing number of vehicles have
(4) ______ many accidents to happen every day. Secondly, air pollution (5) ________ affects people’s
health, and is also has a bad (6) _______ on the environment. More and more city dwellers suffer from
coughing or breathing problems. Thirdly, the city is noisy, even at night. (7) _________ pollution comes
from the traffic and from construction sites. Buildings are always being knocked down and rebuilt. These
factors contribute to making city life (8) __________ difficult for its residents.
1. a. amount b. large c. number d. quantity
2. a. calm b. jams c. light d. legacy
3. a. with b. on c. for d. in
4. a. caused b. made c. done d. got
5. a. actively b. negatively c. positively d. weakly
6. a. pressure b. consequence c. influence d. result
7. a. Noise b. Air c. Water d. Soil
8. a. mostly b. very c. much d. more

XI. Read the text carefully then decide whether the statements are true (T) or false (F) and choose
the correct answers.
Spending your free time on the Internet can be fun. You can chat, share photos with friends, and play
online games. But some people are addicted to the Internet. They just can’t turn it off.
Being online for many hours at a time does not mean you have a problem. The Internet is very useful.
Online, you can pay your bills, buy clothes, and read the news. There are many good reasons to spend
time online. However, people with an Internet addiction are online too much. They don’t spend time
with their friends and family. Instead, they spend their time chatting with their Internet friends, people
they have never met in real life. Some also play online games all day or night. Some people with Internet
addictions even leave their jobs so they can spend even more time online! People with Internet addictions
don’t just go online to shop, have fun, or do work. People who have this problem often go online because
they want to escape the stress and problems in their lives. Many internet addicts stop caring about their
real lives, and focus only on their online lives.
One way Internet addicts can get help is by using special software. This software controls how much
time someone can spend online. It tells the computer to turn off the internet after a certain amount time.
This helps people focus on real life. The software’s goal is to teach people to use the Internet for good
reasons and not just as an escape.
TRUE/FALSE
1. People with Internet addiction spend most of their free time on the Internet.
2. Paying bills online is a useful way to use the Internet.
3. Internet addiction causes problems in one’s daily life.
4. Most Internet addicts play online games all day or night.
5. Using special software is a way of helping people stop their Internet addiction.
A, B, C or D
6. What is the main idea of the article?
a. People should not spend time on the Internet. b. The Internet is very good for people.
c. Spending too much time online is not good. d. Families should use the Internet together.
7. Which is NOT a problem for people with Internet addiction?
a. They stop spending time with their family. b. They learn to type very fast.
c. They might lose their jobs. d. They stop caring about their real lives.
8. According to the passage, a person is most likely to become an Internet addict if .
a. their life is stressful and has problems b. their job is boring
c. they enjoy online gaming d. they have a lot of online friends

XII. Read the following passage and mark letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to
each of the questions that follow.
Practical stress management can help students deal with their worries and become more
productive, competent and efficient. First of all, students must be able to design and stick to a timetable.
Choose a relaxing break between work and study, even if it’s just taking out time to breathe. In addition,
a healthy lifestyle is essential for students. Let’s drink more water as well as take out time to get some
air and exercise. Furthermore, organization is very important in academic life for dealing with stress. By
keeping academic notes organized, turning in assignments on time, and keeping track of all deadlines,
stress can be reduced to a great extent. Stress can also get worse if a person feels lonely. Therefore, by
letting out all your thoughts to someone you trust, you immediately feel a lot better. However, if you
feel extremely stressed out, take a break and do something you love. Whether it is painting or listening
to music, doing something you enjoy can cheer up your mood and distract you from a stressor. It’s about
time that we students accept that we can achieve just as much in life without all the stress.
1. Practical stress management can help students _______________.
A. have more time B. think critically
C. deal with stress D. face up to the worst situation
2. What should students pay attention to when designing a timetable?
A. They should stop working and studying. B. They have to arrange time to breathe.
C. They don’t need to take notice of certain task. D. They need to set time for relaxation.
3. Why is organization important in academic life?
A. Because it can help students reduce stress. B. Because it leads to better results.
C. Because it can help students get good grades D. Because it is a must for all students
4. Which of the following sentences is true?
A. It is believed that stress can control itself
B. You should stay alone when being under pressure
C. When you feel lonely, you should read a book
D. The more lonely you are, the more stress you can have.
5. What should you do when you are feeling stressed?
A. Take a break and do what you enjoy. B. Ease your soul and your mind.
C. Take time for reflection on your progress. D. Stay away from other people.

XIII. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence.
1. The wounded persons were taken to hospital by the police.
→ The police _________________________________________________________________
2. “Don’t leave your luggage unattended.”
→ He asked me ________________________________________________________________
3. The salary of a professor is higher than that of a secretary.
→ The salary of a secretary is ____________________________________________________
4. He felt very miserable, so he looked for someone to share his life with.
→ He looked __________________________________________________________________
5. I didn’t realize how late it was and I didn’t stop studying till after midnight.
→ I didn’t realize how late it was and I went _________________________________________
6. When did you start working on the project?
→ How long __________________________________________________________________
7. I am leaving now so that I won’t be late for work.
→ I am leaving now in _________________________________________________________
8. New York City is the busier than any other city in the world.
→ New York City _____________________________________________________________
9. Dina is like her mother’s side of the family.
→ Dina takes _________________________________________________________________
10. “How long have you been standing here?” he asked me.
→ He asked me ________________________________________________________________
11. Would you mind taking care of my bicycle while I’m away for a while? (after)
→ Would you mind ____________________________________________________________
12. Many people think there is no city in Vietnam that is cleaner than Da Nang City. (the)
→ __________________________________________________________________________
13. It rained very heavily. We cancelled the trip to the famous Bat Trang craft village. (since)
→ __________________________________________________________________________
14. David has a good relationship with most of his colleagues. (gets)
→ __________________________________________________________________________
15. Did you always eat sweets when you were small? (use)
→ __________________________________________________________________________
16. Despite the bad weather, we went out for a picnic. (although)
→ __________________________________________________________________________
17. “Don’t go to the park when it’s dark”, said Mrs Brown.
→ Mrs. Brown ________________________________________________________________
18. I don’t remember exactly when my parents started this workshop. (set)
→ I don’t _____________________________________________________________________
19. The local government will enlarge the roads in upcoming years.
→ The roads __________________________________________________________________
20. Jane is quite warm and friendly. Her sister is quite warm and friendly. (Both)
→ __________________________________________________________________________