De Thi Giua Hki - E12 - Key

ĐỀ KIỂM TRA GIỮA KÌ I- TIẾNG ANH 12 (1)
Mark the letter A,B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of
the following questions.
Question 1: Scientists are experimenting on ways to dispose of waste safely.
A. eliminate B. conserve C. deal with D. get used to
Question 2: The only time he really switches off thinking about work is when he’s on vacation.
A. stops B. lies down
C. throws D. pay attention to= focus on
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to show the underlined part that needs correction.
Question 3: While I was watching TV last night, a mouse was running across the floor.
A. was watching B. a C. was running→ RAN D. the
Question 4: Villages are peaceful for people to live in, however they do not offer them good up-to-date facilities.
A. live in B. however→ SO C. offer D. up-to-date
Question 5: Why is Pele considered a greatest of all football players?
A. is B. considered C. a→ THE D. players
Read the passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.
ESTHER’S STORY
When Esther left school at the age of sixteen, her aunt Flory gave her 6- £500 for her birthday. Most of Esther’s
friends decided to go to college, but Esther used her aunt’s money to start her own business. She bought fruit, sugar
and some glass jars and began making her own jam. She sold the jam for £1 a jar to her friends and she soon doubled
her aunt’s £500.
At first, her parents didn’t want Esther to spend her time making jam and 8- they thought that she should study
instead. They hoped that one day she would be a teacher or a doctor. But Esther didn’t listen to them. She just kept on
making jam. After a few months, she started selling it to the local market. Then she started making orange juice. She
7B- sold this to a school where one of her friends worked.
After two years, her business was very large and her parents were very pleased with her. She made all kinds of
food which she sold to 7A, D- shops and supermarkets. She was so busy that she had to get some people to work for
her.
Question 6: Why did Aunt Flory give Esther some money?
A. Esther asked for it. B. Esther's friends needed it.
C. It was a present. D. She had borrowed it from her friend.
Question 7: Which of the following places that Esther did not sell her products to?
A. supermarkets B. schools C. colleges D. shops
Question 8: When Esther left school, her parents wanted her to __________
A. go to college B. be a businesswoman C. work in a market D. be a lawyer
Question 9: The word "it" in paragraph 2 refers to __________.
A. fruit B. orange juice C. jam D. sugar
Question 10: What’s the story about?
A. starting up a business B. going to college
C. spending money D. selling jam
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the
following questions.
Question 11: The poisonous gases are released during fossil fuel combustion.
A. the process of reserves B. the process of exploitation
C. the process of explosion D. the process of burning
Question 12: The money was donated by a local businessman who wishes to remain anonymous.
A. not identified by name B. being rich
C. easy to know name D. complex name
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions.
Question 13: ____N___ and poverty force people to engage in anti-social activities.
A. Employees B. Employment C. Unemployment D. Unemployed
Question 14: It is imperative that they _______ this letter immediately.
A. send B. had sent C. was sent D. be sent
Question 15: Sorry, I didn't answer the phone because I _________ a shower at that time.
A. was taking B. took C. have taken D. had taken
Question 16: It is essential that Alice __________ about her responsibilities in the meeting tomorrow.
A. must remind B. will be reminded C. reminds D. be reminded
Question 17: We arrived on time ________ the traffic was bad.
A. despite + N = B. in spite of+ N C. even D. although
Question 18: When he_________ into the office, the secretary _________ a crosswords puzzle.
A. was coming/ was doing B. was coming/ did C. came/ did D. came/ was doing
Question 19: Soot _________ sunlight and heats up the atmosphere.
A. releases B. infects C. emits D. absorbs
Question 20: I suggest you ________ the room before Tet.
A. decorate B. decorated C. were decorated D. should be decorated
Question 21: He is always coming to class late, _______ annoys the teacher and his classmates a lot.
A. which it B. which C. that D. that it
Question 22: She was born in ______ United States but grew up in ______ Vietnam.
A. the/ x (no article) B. x (no article)/ the C. an/ the D. the/ the
Question 23: In the __________ agriculture, farmers try to limit the use of chemicals and fertilizers.
A. preserving B. sustainable C. conserving D. supporting
Question 24: Einstein _________ a great impact on modern physics.
A. feels B. does C. assists D. has
Question 25: Mould and mildew can cause health problems, _________we need to remove any growth regularly.
A. but B. so C. whereas D. or
Question 26: IPhone 13 is _________ latest creation in the field of smartphone design of Apple.
A. the B. a C. an D. x (no article)
Question 27: The monk insisted that the tourists __________ the temple until they had removed their shoes.
A. not enter B. entering C. enter D. be entered
Question 28: As well as being a successful actor, Clint Eastwood is a _____ADJ___ film director.
A. talent B. talented C. distinguish D. respectful
Question 29: My neighbor is ________ photographer; let’s ask him for________ advice about color film.
A. a/ x (no article) B. the/ the C. the/ an D. a/ the
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet that is closest in meaning to the one in bold
Question 30: In the middle of our dinner, there was a knock at the door.
A. When we were having dinner, there was a knock at the door.
B. While there was a knock at the door, we were having dinner
C. While we had dinner, there was a knock at the door.
D. Since there was a knock at the door, we have had dinner
Question 31: It was six years ago when it last snowed in Sa Pa.
A. For six years now, it has been snowing in Sa Pa.
B. The last time it snowed in Sa Pa was six years ago.
C. It was said that snowing lasted six years in Sa Pa.
D. Finally after six years, it snowed in Sa Pa.
Question 32: We have to reduce pollution from the works by 70 per cent
A. It is necessary that we reduced pollution from the works by 70 per cent
B. It is necessary that we not reduce pollution from the works by 70 per cent
C. It is necessary that pollution was reduced from the works by 70 per cent
D. It is necessary that pollution from the works be reduced by 70 per cent
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet that best fits the blank space in the following passage.
ADVANTAGES OF CITY LIFE
Some people prefer the quiet life of the countryside. However, cities have many benefits over villages.
Firstly, city life is very convenient. Children ___(33)___ up in villages do not have as much access to education as
children in cities. Cities have multiple forms of education such as colleges and universities. More libraries and
museums are available in cities. Entertainment is readily accessible in cities in the form of movie theaters, amusement
parks and restaurants.
Secondly, city ___(34)___ better health care condition. Villages may have a local doctors’ clinic, but cities often
have multiple hospitals and doctors specializing in even rare conditions. In a city, ambulances and firetrucks may take
only minutes to arrive at the scene. In villages, getting to a hospital in an emergency may take precious time.
Finally, it’s easier for people to have a good job and pursue their career.
Villages have a smaller population than cities, so there are ___(35)___ jobs available. Living in the city provides
people___(36)___ thousands of career choices. Professionals have access to large businesses, hospitals and
educational facilities for work opportunities. People with less education can more readily find ___(37)___ in customer
services or entry-level jobs. Even specialized jobs and careers focused around the arts are viable in a city with a large
population.
People have fast access to their needs and wants in cities. As time passes, more and more people all over the world
leave villages and move to cities, seeking a new life.
Question 33: A. growing B. grown C. grew D. grow
Question 34: A. does B. gets C. makes D. provides
Question 35: A. fewer B. more C. less + N D. many
Question 36: A. in B. with C. of D. to
Question 37: A. payments B. jobs C. services D. deliveries
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following
questions.
Question 38: They left their home early. They didn’t want to miss the first train.
A. They left their home early so that they couldn’t miss the first train.
B. They left their home early so that they missed the first train.
C. They left their home early for fear that they wouldn’t miss the first train.
D. They left their home early because they didn’t miss the first train.
Question 39: He was travelling around the world. He met his life partner at that time.
A. He was travelling around the world while he met his life partner.
B. When he met his life partner at that time, he was travelling around the world.
C. He met his life partner while he was travelling around the world.
D. He was travelling around the world, although he met his life partner.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part is pronounced
differently from that of the rest in each of the following questions.
Question 40: A. hoped/t/ B. worked C. needed/id/ D. advanced
Question 41: A. generosity /ˌdʒenəˈrɒsəti/ B. diagnose /ˈdaɪəɡnəʊz/
C. hospitalization D. migrate /maɪˈɡreɪt/
HURRICANE WHO?
42- Tropical cyclones (43) are called typhoons in Asia and hurricanes in North and South America. 42- These
storms go around like a wheel turning to the left when they hit in the northern part of the world. They have wind
speeds of 60 kph or more. In the United States, the Tropical Prediction Center in Miami, Florida keeps an eye out for
hurricanes. When meteorologists detect a hurricane, they give it a name. They can use either a male or female
name. Why should tropical cyclones have names? 45- The name makes it easier for people to keep up with
information about a hurricane and its possible dangers.
The WMO, an international weather group, decides what names will be used. The WMO makes lists of names
using the English alphabet. Each name on the list starts with a different letter. The first hurricane of the year gets the
first name on that year’s list. The second hurricane gets the next name. 46- For example, if the first hurricane
is named Abel, the second might be named Betty. 47- The name lists do not include names beginning with the
letters Q, U, X, Y, and Z. There aren’t many names that begin with these letters.
Asian countries use a different list, which is made up by the WMO’s Typhoon Committee. This list has a few
personal names, but most of the names are of flowers, animals, trees, and other similar things.
Question 42: What are tropical cyclones called in Asia?
A. Typhoons B. Hurricanes C. Tropical Prediction Centers D. Meteorologists
Question 43: What does “These storms’’ in the first paragraph refer to?
A. Tropical cyclones B. speeds C. Meteorologists D. names
Question 44: In which direction do tropical cyclones go around in the northern part of the planet?
A. Down B. The same direction as a clock
C. The opposite direction of a clock D. Up
Question 45: Why should tropical cyclones have names?
A. It sounds interesting. B. The names help people remember the information.
C. The names are a code for the WMO. D. It is traditional.
Question 46: The fifth hurricane of 2015 might have the name _________.
A. Diana B. Darren C. Eric D. Connie
Question 47: Which name would a hurricane NOT have?
A. Rita B. Veronica C. William D. Yanni
Question 48: What is the main idea of the reading?
A. Why tropical cyclones are named B. What tropical cyclones can do
C. How tropical cyclones are named D. Who watches for tropical cyclones
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress
in each of the following questions.
Question 49: A. respectable /rɪˈspektəbl/ B. sanitation /ˌsænɪˈteɪʃn/
C. unemployment D. opportunity
Question 50: A. talented B. farmer
C. mindset /ˈmaɪndset/ D. expand /ɪkˈspænd/
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ĐỀ KIỂM TRA GIỮA KÌ I; NH 2022 – 2023
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to show the underlined, part that needs correction in
each of the following questions.
Question 1: He passed the exams with high scores, that made his parents happy.
A. happy B. that → WHICH C. with D. passed
Question 2: He begins to study English three years ago because of its importance.
A. because of B. its C. begins → BEGAN D. three years
Question 3: Peter is one of the lawyers I admire most because he is talent.
A. because B. one of C. admired D. talent → TALENTED
Mark the letter A, B, c, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Question 4: This morning when the alarm clock __________ off , I __________ a sweet dream.
A. went/had B. went/was having
C. had gone /was having D. was going /was having
Question 5: The new policies include cutting subsidies for ____N______ and trade barriers.
A. agriculturalist B. agricultural C. agriculturally D. agriculture
Question 6: Regular exercise is essential to longevity, _______ it is not the only factor.
A. although B. but C. however D. because
Question 7: Don't allow other people to take ______ of your generosity. You should learn to give wisely.
A. comfort B. necessity C. benefit D. advantage
Question 8: Britain produces almost five million tons of waste each year, _______ is potentially hazardous
to health.
A. which B. it C. another + N D. that
Question 9: Polluted air makes you easily develop _____.
A. asthma B. measles C. mumps D. rickets
Question 10: Is it really necessary that we _________ new information in the conclusion?
A. include B. included C. be included D. be including
Question 11: Green cleaning products are safer since they do not release harmful chemicals _______ the
environment.
A. through B. into C. for D. to
Question 12: He stressed that the idea of the event is to _________ the public’s attention with their favorite
acts, rather than to give them a diverse arts festival.
A. distract B. evaluate C. change D. attract
Question 13: When I last saw him, he ______ in London.
A. is living B. has been living C. has lived D. was living
Question 14: Despite all the obstacles, Mariah's determination to become a fam singer never________.
A. wavers B. fades C. reduces D. lessens
Question 15: You’ll look more ____________________ if you wear a nice suit and a tie.
A. influential B. respectable C. achievable D. humble
Question 16: According to FAO, Vietnam is ________ second largest coffee producer in the world after
Brazil.
A. the B. an C. Ø D. a
Question 17: His father used to be a ADJ professor at the university. Many students worshipped him.
A. distinct B. distinctive C. distinguishing D. distinguished
Question 18: After winning the Master Chef competition, Christine Ha gained a(n) __________ as a first-
class cook.
A. trophy B. reputation C. achievement D. dedication
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, c, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct answer to each of the questions.
A striking feature of Viet Nam’s remarkable progress over the last few decades is the rapid pace of
urbanization. In 1986, there were fewer than there are 30 million urban residents. Today there are 30
million. Cities have become strong growth forces, with urban areas growing twice as fast as the national
average rate, and contributing over half of the country’s gross domestic product.
Viet Nam needs to reshape its urbanization process to create more efficient cities - cities with
sufficient population densities are well connected internally, regionally, and well managed. In addition, in
line with Viet Nam's strong preference for social equity, cities will need to ensure the inclusion of all
residents, with no groups or areas “left behind."
Meanwhile, rural residents increasingly lag behind their urban counterparts in income and access to
services, leading many to migrate to cities. Migration presents challenges for urban management but also
opportunities to enhance labor mobility. Fortunately, these trends can be reversed.
For example, four years ago, Alley 76 in Binh Thanh district, Ho Chi Minh City was only narrow
enough for one motorbike to get through. Store owner Bui Thi Mai knows how a clean and efficient city can
make or break a business. The alley was often flooded with floating garbage and mosquitoes when it rained.
The crime was increasing. Today, after undergoing major upgrading under an urban renewal project, the
street is cleaner and safer and trucks carry, goods to her door. Her family income has soared and her life has
been completely changed.
Question 19: According to paragraph 1, Urbanization in Viet Nam has _______.
A. mainly contributed to the country’s GDP
B. promoted the country’s economy twice as fast as before
C. made rural areas develop along with urban ones.
D. made urban areas develop faster than the national average rate.
Question 20: The number of urban residents in Vietnam today is _______.
A. 13 million B. 17 million C. 30 million D. 43 million
Question 21: According to paragraph 1, The benefit of the rapid pace of urbanization is that it
________________.
A. provided equal opportunities for every group of residents
B. stopped the migration from the rural areas
C. contributed much more to the country's gross domestic product
D. left all difficulties behind in order to move forward
Question 22: In paragraph 2, all of the following are necessary for efficient cities EXCEPT _______.
A. friendly residents B. sufficient population
C. internal and regional connections D. good management
Question 23: In paragraph 3, It can be inferred from the passage that along with urban migration_______.
A. cities offer sufficient employment opportunities for migrants

B. population of cities accounts for the majority of the country's
C. the city authorities face both advantages and disadvantages
D. people in rural areas do not suffer from poor infrastructure in the city.
Question 24: The word “ lag behind ” in the first line of paragraph 3 can be best replaced with
__________.
A. move slowly B. run behind
C. become poorer D. develop more slowly
Question 25. According to paragraph 4, which of the following is NOT TRUE?
A. the streets and alleys will no longer be flooded
B. the neighborhood has become cleaner and safer
C. business and living conditions have been improved
D. people can have goods carried to their door
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair
of sentences In the following questions.
Question 26: We should prevent people from hunting foxes as a sport.
A. It's high time we prevented people from hunting foxes as a sport.
B. It's time for people stop hunting foxes as a sport.
C. It's time we prevented people to hunt foxes as a sport.
D. It's on time that we prevent hunting foxes as a sport.
Question 27: During lunchtime, someone phoned my family.
A. While we were having lunch, someone phoned my family.
B. When we had lunch, someone phoned my family.
C. While there was someone phone to my family, we were having lunch
D. Someone was phoning my family when we had lunch.
Question 28: A car hit the fence of my garden. I was cleaning the swimming pool.
A. While a car hit the fence I was cleaning the swimming pool.
B. A car hit the fence and I was cleaning the swimming pool.
C. I was cleaning the swimming pool when a car hit the fence.
D. I was cleaning the swimming pool, then a car hit the fence.
Mark the letter A, B, c, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in
pronunciation in each of the following questions.
Question 29: A. urbanized/d/ B. occurred C. happened D. discussed/t/
Question 30: A. pathways B. achievements /s/ C. hospitalizations D. cleans
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best completes each of
the following exchanges.
Question 31: Daniel and Anthony are discussing the causes of air pollution.
Daniel: “I think urbanization has led to air pollution.”
Anthony: “__________.”
A. Can I help you? B. I don't think so. I can't agree with you more
C. I can't agree with you more. D. Absolutely. I am not with you there.
Question 32: Dick is thanking Michelle for giving him the gift on his birthday.
Dick: “Thanks for the nice gift you brought to me!”
Michelle: “ __________ .”
A. Not at all
B. Welcome! I'm glad you like it
C. All right! Do you know how much it costs?
D. Actually speaking, I myself don't like it
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.
Question 33: The Police said that an anonymous caller warned that a bomb was about to go off.
A. unnamed B. well-known C. famous D. infamous
Question 34: The weather-beaten faces staring out from old photographs are no longer around to tell of the
hardships of life in a remote mining community 100 years ago.
A. fair B. pale C. suntanned D. dark
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.
Question 35: If he gets bored with the lessons, he just switches off and looks out the window.
A. paid attention to B. kept on C. apologized for D. went off
Question 36: The Yorkshire Project was launched in 1999 to re-establish a wild population of birds in
northern England.
A. started B. floated C. completed D. lifted off
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Donald John Trump was born on June 14, 1946, in the New York City borough of Queens, (37) ________
youngest of five children. His mother, Mary Anne, was born (38) ________ the Isle of Lewis, off the
west coast of Scotland, and later (39) ________ to the United States. His father, Fred Trump, was the son
of a Klondike Gold Rush restaurateur and home builder. At the time of Donald's birth, his father (40)
________ housing complexes in New York City, especially Brooklyn, catering to middle-income soldiers
returning from World War II and their families. (41) ________ Donald was born, Fred Trump had been a
successful New York real estate developer for almost 20 years.
Question 37: A. a B. the C. one D. Ø
Question 38: A. in B. at C. on D. onto
Question 39: A. immigrated B. migratory C. migrant D. migration
Question 40: A. developed B. had developed
C. has developed D. was developing
Question 41: A. While B. After C. When D. Until
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of
primary stress in each of the following questions.
Question 42: A. overload B. double C. expand D. inspire
Question 43: A. clutter B. asthma C. habitats D. campaign
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, c, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct answer to each of the questions.
The environmental movement (sometimes referred to as the ecology movement), also
including conservation and green politics, is a diverse scientific, social, and political movement for
addressing environmental issues.
Environmentalists advocate the sustainable management of resources and stewardship of
the environment through changes in public policy and individual behavior. In its recognition of humanity as
a participant in (not an enemy of) ecosystems, the movement is centered on ecology, health, and human
rights.
The environmental movement is an international movement, represented by a range of organizations, from
the large to grassroots, and varies from country to country. Due to its large membership, varying and strong
beliefs, and occasionally speculative nature, the environmental movement is not always united in its goals.
The movement also encompasses some other movements with a more specific focus, such as the climate
movement. At its broadest, the movement includes private citizens, professionals, religious devotees,
politicians, scientists, nonprofit organizations, and individual advocates.
Question 44: The movement is focused on the following in paragraph 1 EXCEPT ________.
A. ecology B. health C. management D. human rights
Question 45: The pronoun "its" in “In its recognition of humanity…” refers to ________.
A. public policy B. individual behavior
C. environmental movement D. human rights.
Question 46: The word “grassroots” in line 2 of paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to which of the
following?
A. ordinary people in society B. leaders in society
C. managers in organizations D. scientists in international groups
Question 47: Which of the following is TRUE, according to paragraph 2?
A. The environmental movement is represented by only organizations.
B. The movement doesn’t encompass some other movements.
C. the environmental movement is always united in nonprofit organizations.
D. The environmental movement always expands its goals.
Question 48: It can be concluded from the information in the paragraph that _______
A. The environmental movement is advocated by participants in ecosystems
B. The environmental movement is supported by everybody in society.
C. The environmental movement is represented by environmentalists.
D. The environmental movement is strongly agreed by scientists, nonprofit organizations
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to
Question 49: Illegal dumping is strictly prohibited in the town. This has helped to keep our
environment clean and green.
A. Illegal dumping is strictly prohibited in the town, which has helped to keep our environment clean and
green.
B. Illegal dumping is strictly prohibited in the town, that has helped to keep our environment clean and
green.
C. Illegal dumping is strictly prohibited in the town which has helped to keep our environment clean and
green.
D. Illegal dumping is strictly prohibited in the town where our environment has helped to keep clean and
green.
Question 50: Some foods taste good. These foods do not have many nutrients.
A. Some foods taste good, so they do not have many nutrients.
B. Some foods taste good, and they do not have many nutrients.
C. Some foods taste good because they do not have many nutrients.
D. Some foods taste good, but they do not have many nutrients.
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Born in 1833 in Sweden, Nobel studied first in Russia and then emigrated to the US, where he studied
mechanical engineering. Afterwards, he returned to Sweden to work with his father. Gradually, they made
(1) ______ in explosives. Nobel figured out how to work safely with nitroglycerine, a very dangerous and
explosive substance. His invention later became known (2) ______ dynamite. Nobel continued throughout
his life to (3) ______ improvements in the field of explosives. He eventually owned numerous factories
around the world and became very wealthy.
Alfred Nobel was a man of great achievement. When he died, he left a wonderful gift to the world: the
Nobel Prizes. Each year these prizes are (4) ______ to scientists, inventors and other creative people for
their great contribution to the world.
Question 1: A. advances B. movements C. motions D. directions
Question 2: A. by B. with C. for D. as
Question 3: A. make B. have C. take D. do
Question 4: A. designed B. supported C. awarded D. suggested
Question 5: Last month, while my friend was traveling round England by the car, he crashed the car
into a tree.
A. was traveling
B. the → a
C. crashed
D. a
Question 6 Last night, suddenly my mother was deciding to ban me from using the Internet so we ended up
having a huge row.
A. was deciding → decided
B. the
C. ended up
D. a
Question 7: Because of severe asthma attacks, the doctor suggested his patient to stop smoking.
A. Because of
B. attacks
C. suggested
D. to stop → stop
Because of severe asthma attacks, the doctor suggested his patient to stop smoking.
Question 8: A. watches B. loses C. kisses/iz/ D. ropes/s/
Question 9: A. hoped B. worked C. lived /d/ D. advanced/t/
questions.
Question 10: We __________ our quality time when the unexpected guess came.
A. had B. were having C. had been having D. have had
Question 11: Bill Gates was ________ middle child of William H. Gates II, ________ prominent Seattle lawyer, and
Mary Gates, who worked as ________ teacher before she had children.
A. the-a-a B. a-a-a C. the-the-a D. the-the-the
Question 12: How fast________ when the accident happened?
A. are you driving B. were you driving C. did you drive D. had you driven
Question 13: Mary demanded that the heater__________ immediately. Her apartment was freezing.
A. repaired B. be repaired C. being repaired D. been repaired
Question 14: I suggest that Peter __________ the directions carefully before assembling the bicycle.
A. read B. reading C. reads D. to read
Question 15: A lot of teachers have ______________ their lives to the development of education in Viet Nam.
A. sacrificed B. shared C. promoted D. devoted
Question 16: I have visited __________Portugal but I have never been to __________Netherlands
A. the - the B. Ø - the C. a - the D. a - a
Question 17: Mark: "What about starting the presentation with results of our research? ~Jenny: “____”
A. Congratulations! B. Sounds great! C. Well done! D. What a pity!
Question 18: After winning the Master Chef competition, Christine Ha gained a(n) __________ as a first-class cook.
A. achievement B. reputation C. dedication D. trophy
Question 19: We request that she__________ the window.
A. not open B. not to open C. not opening D. opens
Question 20: _________ zones are developing rapidly in the urban areas.
A. Agricultural B. Organization C. Industrial D. Rural
Question 21: Overpopulation in urban areas tends to create unfavourable conditions, which may result in __________
of food in developing countries.
A. damages B. failures C. shortages D. supplies
Life in the big city is face-paced, fun and exciting. There are countless job opportunities and activities to
occupy your time. However, with the good, there also comes the bad. Although the big city has more job
opportunities; there are also more people competing for a single job. This can make your job search
frustrating. Oddly enough, you will see hundreds, if not thousands of jobs available each week, but you still
might remain unemployed, especially when the economy is down. In addition, the cost of living is typically
higher in big cities, and it can cost you an arm and a leg for a small apartment in a decent area of the city,
not to mention other costs to fulfill your basic demands. Diversity is a good thing, but the amount of people
can be a bit overwhelming if you are not accustomed to it. There will always be crowds and always be
people around. Moreover, traffic can be a nightmare in the big city. It can get so bad that it can turn you into
an evil person. If you hate driving in traffic, then the big city life is not for you. Heavy traffic also
contributes to the pollution, which is one of the biggest disadvantages of living in the city. Obviously, our
health is affected most with certain diseases relating to respiratory system and other body parts. A lot of
premature deaths are supposed to be the result of long-term exposure to small particles. Most importantly,
there is always more crime in a big city, causing you second case your decision for living in a big city. You
are much more likely to be a victim of a crime living in a big city than in a small town.
Question 22: According to the passage, some good things of living in the city are .
A. excellent educational system and recreational activities
B. excellent educational system and countless job opportunities
C. countless job opportunities and activities to occupy your time
D. a lot of kinds of entertainment and shopping centers
Question 23: While big cities have more job opportunities, they also give .
A. more competition for a single job B. higher salary
C. growing economic crisis D. greater chances of being unemployed
Question 24: What does the phrase “cost an arm and a leg” mean?
A. your legs and arms have good value B. cost a small amount of money
C. you must work hard to earn money D. cost a lot of money
Question 25: According to the paragraph, city is not a perfect place for .
A. extroverted people B. introverted people
C. people who hate driving in traffic D. people who prefer a busy life
Question 26: In the big city, people tend to________ when traffic is getting heavy.
A. go crazy B. get enough time to relax C. wait a bit longer D. slow down themselves
Question 27: It’s five years since I last played table tennis.
A. I haven’t played table tennis for five years. B. I didn’t play table tennis when I was five years old.
C. I have been playing table tennis for five years D. I won’t play table tennis in five years’ time.
Question 28: The phone call interrupted my breakfast.
A. I had breakfast while the phone was ringing. B. I was having breakfast when there was a phone call.
C. When the phone was ringing, I had breakfast. D. While I was having breakfast , there was being a phone call.
Question 29: To protect the environment, we should plant more trees.
A. It is suggested that more trees be planted to protect the environment.
B. We are suggested plant more trees to protect the environment.
C. It is suggested we should be planted more trees to protect the environment.
D. People suggested that planting more trees to protect the environment.
Question 30: "You had better see a doctor if the sore throat does not clear up.” she said to me.
A. She reminded me of seeing a doctor if the sore throat did not clear up.
B. She ordered me to see a doctor if the sore throat did not clear up.
C. She insisted that I see a doctor unless the sore throat did not clear up.
D. She suggested that I see a doctor if the sore throat did not clear up.
questions.
Question 31: Peter: ________
Mary: Thanks. I’m glad you like it. My sister gave it to me yesterday.
A. What a fashionable dress you are wearing! B. Oh! I like your fashionable dress.
C. I think you have a fashionable dress. D. Your fashionable must be expensive.
Question 32: Tam and Van followed a night class while they ______ the first year in university.
A. are studying. B. have studied. C. were studying. D. had studied.
Question 33: When she came home last night, the dinner _________, so she had a drink first.
A. was being prepared B. had been prepared
C. has been prepared D. was prepared
Question 34: Susan’s doctor insists_________ for a few days.
A. her resting B. that she rest C. her to rest D. that she is resting
Question 35: When my father _______ in the garden, an old friend passed by to see him.
A. had worked B. had been working C. worked D. was working
Question 36: It is recommended that people _________ regular exercise
A. took B. to take C. take D. taking
Question 37: As I ________ the glass, it suddenly _________ into two pieces.
A. cut/ broke B. cut/ was breaking
C. was cutting/ had broken D. was cutting/ broke
Question 38: Women's taking part in politics has got widespread objections from male statesmen in many
parts of ________ world.
A. an B. a C. no article D. the
Question 39: _________ breakfast is _________first meal of the day.
A. / the B. The / the C. A / D. The /
Question 40: His tireless ____N_____ to protect endangered animals was greatly admired.
A. dedecated B. dedication C. dedecating D. dedicate
Question 41: Winston Churchill was one of the most dominant _________ in British politics.
A. preseverances B. generosities C. figures D. reputation
Question 42: Students these days are _________ with too much unnecessary information.
A. well-paid B. weather- beaten C. long-term D. overloaded
Question 43: Life in areas with _________ extreme weather condition is not easy at all.
A. thought-provoking B. weather- beaten C. fast-growing D. year-round
Experts in climatology and other scientists are becoming extremely concerned about the changes to our climate
which are taking place. Admittedly, climate changes have occurred on our planet before. For example, there have
been several ice ages or glacial periods. These climatic changes, however, were different from the modern ones in
that they occurred gradually and, as far as we know, naturally. The changes currently being monitored are said to be
the result not of natural causes, but of human activity. Furthermore, the rate of change is becoming alarmingly
rapid.
The major problem is that the planet appears to be warming up. According to some experts, this warming
process, known as global warming, is occurring at a rate unprecedented in the last 10,000 years. The implications
for the planet are very serious. Rising global temperatures could give rise to such ecological disasters as extremely
high increases in the incidence of flooding and of droughts. These in turn could have a harmful effect on
agriculture.
It is thought that this unusual warming of the Earth has been caused by so-called greenhouse gases, such as
carbon dioxide, being emitted into the atmosphere by car engines and modern industrial processes, for example.
Such gases not only add to the pollution of the atmosphere, but also create a greenhouse effect, by which the heat of
the sun is trapped. This leads to the warming up of the planet.
Politicians are also concerned about climate change and there are now regular summits on the subject, attended
by representatives from around 180 of the world’s industrialized countries. Of these summits, the most important
took place in Kyotoin Japanin 1997. There it was agreed that the most industrialized countries would try to reduce
the volume of greenhouse gas emissions and were given targets for this reduction of emissions.
It was also suggested that more forests should be planted to create so-called sinks to absorb greenhouse gases.
At least part of the problem of rapid climate change has been caused by too drastic deforestation. Sadly, the targets
are not being met. Even more sadly, global warnings about climate changes are often still being regarded as
scaremongering.
44. According to the passage, in what way did the climate changes in the ice ages differ from the modern ones?
A. They occurred naturally over a long period of time
B. They were partly intended.
C. They were wholly the result of human activity.
D. They were fully monitored by humans.
45. The word “alarmingly” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to __________.
A. disapprovingly
B. disappointingly
C. surprisingly
D. worryingly
46. According to the passage, agriculture could __________.
A. make the global warming more serious
B. be indirectly affected by the global temperature rises
C. give rise to many ecological disasters
D. be directly damaged by the rises in global temperature
47. Greenhouse gases cause the warming up of the Earth because they__________.
A. are emitted by car engines
B. trap heat from the sun
C. do not add to atmosphere pollution
D. are unusual gases
48. According to the passage, 1997 witnessed__________.
A. the largest number of summits on the subject of climate change
B. the most important summit on climate change taking place in Kyoto, Japan
C. the highest attendance by representatives from 180 industrialised countries
D. widespread concern about climate change
49. It can be inferred from the passage that the countries which are mainly responsible for global warming are
__________.
A. countries with the warmest climate
B. developing countries
C. developed countries
D. the most industrialized countries
50. The word “There” in paragraph 5 refers to __________.
A. the world’s industrialized countries
B. regular summits on climate change
C. the most industrialized countries
D. the 1997 summit in Kyoto, Japan
questions.
Question 1: These days, most young people would like to look for ____ jobs rather than secure ones.
A. well-paid B. long-term C. fast-growing D. long-lasting
Question 2: Nam: “Do you do anything to protect the environment?”
Lan: “______________”
A. I don't want to change my lifestyle.
B. I use a lot of plastic bags and containers to save the environment.
C. I refuse to use plastic bags and try to recycle as much as possible.
D. I'm not interested in the subject of environment.
Question 3: Mark: "City dwellers are always so busy, aren't they?” Jenny: “ ____ “
A. I'm not sure. Everybody's rushing about all the time.
B. No, they aren't. Everybody's rushing about all the time.
C. Not really. Everybody's rushing about all the time.
D. Yes, everybody's rushing about all the time.
Question 4: It is desirable that the hotel manager ____ to call the maintenance staff every 6 months to clean up the air
conditioners.
A. remember B. will remember C. remembers D. must remember
Question 5: People should use bicycles instead of motorbikes ____ it will help to reduce exhaust fumes and pollution.
A. because B. while C. unless D. although
Question 6: When Carol called last night, I ______ my favorite show on television.
A. watched B. have watched C. had watched D. was watching
Question 7: In ____ 1950s, many people moved from the West Indies to ____ England because their life was so hard
there.
A. the/ the B. the / Ø C. Ø / Ø D. Ø/ the
Question 8: While I ____ to work this morning, I ____ an old friend.
A. go / was meeting B. went / meet C. was going / met D. am going / met
Question 9: Ms. McGonagall is such a ___ADJ_ woman that we all respect her.
A. respection B. respect C. respectable D. respectfully
Mark the letter A,B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of
Question 10: More and more people are migrating to urban areas to look for better job opportunities.
A. spacious B. crowded C. quiet D. rural
Question 11: The air in this city contains a lot of harmful gases, which may do harm to the citizens.
A. wasted B. dangerous C. beneficial D. toxic
CITIES GOING GREEN
As more and more people concentrate in cities, planners are looking for ways to (1) ______ cities into
better living spaces. This can be done by improving existing (2) ______ while also creating more public
spaces that are both beautiful and green. This can be hard to accomplish, especially in cities with a
haphazard fashion. Some cities have been created (3) ______ the idea of a green city as the goal. One such
city, Masdar City in the United Arab Emirates, aims to become a model for other cities to follow. It is being
known as a truly green city that (4) ______ strictly on renewable sources such as solar energy to provide all
of its energy needs. In addition, it will be a zero waste city in (5) ______ everything that is used can be
recycled. Whether it will truly accomplish its goal remains to be seen, but it will also act as an experiment
for environmentally-friendly areas to be tested.
Question 12: A. transform B. transmit C. divide D. expects
Question 13: A. government B. infrastructure C. movements D. directions
Question 14: A. as B. for C. with D. by
Question 15: A. have B. do C. take D. relies
Question 16: A. where B. that C. which D. whom
Creative urban planners continually seek new ways to make cities more satisfying places to live. One
versatile tool in this pursuit is the "green roof" which draw from fundamental precepts in architectural
design, horticulture, and urban development. At its most basis, a green roof system transforms a
conventional roof into a living roof by adding a waterproof membrane. The membrane is then covered with
drainage and filter layers, a growth medium (e.g. soil) and live plant. A green roof can be built on a flat or
graded surface, can be thick or thin, and can feature flowering plants. Familiar rooftop garden have plants in
pots or planters. A green roof goes further. It is an integral part of a building and one that offers ecological
and economic benefits, as well as aesthetic appeal.
Roofs covered in living plants were used in ancient Mesopotamia for aesthetic purposes (the famed
Hanging Garden of Babilon), in Viking settlements, and on the American Great Plains for basic shelter and
insulation (sod houses). The green roof as we know it, however, is a relatively recent creation. The first
modern green roof was developed in Germany during the late 1960s and early 1970s. Their man function
was to slow water drainage that was straining storm-sewer systems in urban areas where natural vegetation
was scare. The idea subsequently spread through Europe and made a few inroads into some American
cities.
A wide range of environment benefits can result from the adoption of green roof. Preliminary
research suggests that living roofs help clean polluted urban air. For example, grass acts as a natural air
filter, removing each day 0.2 kilograms of airborne particulates from the air per square meter of grass-
covered surface. By converting carbon dioxide (CO2) into oxygen through photosynthesis, plants also help
limit the build-up of year to meet the annual oxygen requirement of an average human being.
Question 17: According to the passage, green roofs .
A. are very heavy B. thrive mostly in warm climates
C. can provide most food a city needs D. are composed of several layers of material
Question 18: The word "one" in paragraph 1 refers to ____.
A. an environmental benefit B. a pot or planter
C. a part of a building D. a green roof
Question 19: According to paragraph 2, all of the following are true about modern green roofs EXCEPT ____.
A. they were used in Viking settlements B. they were initially developed in Germany
C. they were designed to slow water drainage D. they are found in a few American cities
Question 20: The word "filter" in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to ____.
A. container B. cooler C. cleaner D. producer
Question 21: According to paragraph 3, carbon dioxide is ____.
A. an environmental benefit B. an airborne particulate
C. something a green roof can help control D. something a green roof can help make
questions.
Question 22: How fast________ when the accident happened?
A. are you driving B. were you driving C. did you drive D. had you driven
Question 23: Mary demanded that the heater__________ immediately. Her apartment was freezing.
A. repaired B. be repaired C. being repaired D. been repaired
Question 24: I suggest that Peter __________ the directions carefully before assembling the bicycle.
A. read B. reading C. reads D. to read
Question 25: A lot of teachers have ______________ their lives to the development of education in Viet Nam.
A. sacrificed B. shared C. promoted D. devoted
Question 26: I have visited __________Portugal but I have never been to __________Netherlands
A. the - the B. Ø - the C. a - the D. a - a
Question 27: Mark: "What about starting the presentation with results of our research? ~Jenny: “____”
A. Congratulations! B. Sounds great! C. Well done! D. What a pity!
Question 28: After winning the Master Chef competition, Christine Ha gained a(n) __________ as a first-class cook.
A. achievement B. reputation C. dedication D. trophy
Question 29: We request that she__________ the window.
A. not open B. not to open C. not opening D. opens
Question 30: _________ zones are developing rapidly in the urban areas.
A. Agricultural B. Organization C. Industrial D. Rural
Question 31: Overpopulation in urban areas tends to create unfavourable conditions, which may result in __________
of food in developing countries.
Question 32: A. developed/t/ B. welcomed /d/ C. introduced D. influenced
Question 33: A. visits/s/ B. destroys/z/ C. believes D. depends
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the
Question 34: The wound had become so infected that the doctors had no choice but amputate the soldier's arm.
A. recover B. replace C. bring around D. cut off
Question 35: Daniel inherited the whole legacy of his grandma when she passed away last week.
A. went B. died C. brought about D. slept over
Question 36: While the workers stood on the scaffold, it suddenly collapsed.
A. the
B. stood (WERE STANDING)
C. it
D. collapsed
Question 37: The prices of organic products are quite high, that may be discouraging to consumers.
A. prices
B. products
C. that (WHICH)
D. discouraging
Question 38: Some managers require that the secretary is responsible for writing all reports as well as for
balancing the
books.
A. that
B. is (BE)
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress
in each of the following questions.
Question 39: A. asthma /ˈæsmə/ B. pathway C. effect /ɪˈfekt/ D. clutter
Question 40: A. vital B. urban C. crucial D. request
41. This pasta is a new experience for me.
a. I used to eat a lot of pasta.
b. I am used to eating pasta.
c. It is the first time I have eaten pasta.
d. I have ever eaten pasta many times before.
42. I have not seen Tom for ages.
→ IT’S TIME + SINCE + S + V2/Ved
→ THE LAST TIME + S + V2/Ved + WAS + TIME + AGO
a. It has been a long time since I last saw Tom.
b. Tom and I do not look the same age.
c. Tom and I are friends for a long time.
d. I often met Tom ages ago.
43. In spite of all our efforts, we failed in the final match.
A. Although we tried very hard, we failed in the final match.
B. We made all our efforts so that we could gain success in the final match.
C. Whatever efforts we had made, we weren’t able to win in the final match.
D. We failed in the final match as a result of all our great efforts.
44. When they arrived, the good seats were already taken
A. They didn’t get good seats because they arrived too late
B. They arrived late enough to get good seats
C. They had to stand for the whole show
D. We couldn’t get good seats although we arrived early
45. We have to keep the environment clean
A. It is necessary that we kept the environment clean.
B. It is necessary that we not keep the environment clean.
C. It is necessary that the environment keeps clean.
D. It is necessary that the environment be kept clean.
46. I met her during my stay in Paris last summer.
A. While I was staying in Paris last summer, I met her
B. During my stay in Paris last summer, I was meeting her
C. Meeting her last summer made me stay in Paris.
D. As soon as I met her, I stayed in Paris last summer.
47. She has not seen him for two years.
A. The last time she saw him was two years ago
B. It’s two years since she has seen him.
C. It’s been two years when she last saw him.
D. The last time she has seen him was two years ago
48. He asserted that the new baby should be named after his grandfather.
A. He insisted that the new baby should name after his grandfather.
B. He insisted that the new baby be named after his grandfather.
C. He insisted that the new baby name after his grandfather.
D. The new baby was named after his grandfather is his desire
49. I was advised to take five courses by my advisor.
A. If I were my advisor, I would not take five courses.
B. My advisor should help me take five courses.
C. My advisor recommended that I took five courses.
D. My advisor recommended that I take five courses.
50. It was raining heavily. The game was cancelled.
A. Although it was raining heavily, the game was cancelled
B. It was raining heavily, but the game was cancelled
C. It was raining heavily because the game was cancelled
D. It was raining heavily, so the game was cancelled
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I. Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
I. Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
1. He is ____ influenced by his father and grandfather. His behaviors and decisions are exactly the same.
A. mighty B. strongly C. terribly D. weakly
2. We ____ to the hospital to visit Mike when he ____ to say that he was fine.
A. were driving - was calling B. drove - called
C. were driving – called D. drove - was calling
3. After a hard-working day, I went to ____ bed and had ____ most beautiful dream ever.
A. the - the B. a – the C. a – a D. Ø – the
4. “Shall we talk about Larry or Oprah?” - “___________”
A. Never mind. There is always something to do.
B. We'd better talk about them both.
C. Wow! They are adorable.
D. Oh, I see what you mean.
5. The monk insisted that the tourists ____ the temple until they had removed their shoes.
A. not enter B. not entering C. not to enter D. to not enter
6. They hope to ____ a cure for the disease.
A. catch up on B. come up with C. fill up with D. go out with
7. The map of top ten most densely __ADJ__ countries in the world includes Monaco, Singapore, Bahrain,
Malta
and Bangladesh.
A. populated B. populating C. population D. popular

8. The rate of urbanization is low, ____ the rate of urban growth is high.
A. but B. ./;however, C. so D. ./;therefore
9. Anna organized a few games to ____ the ice when the new students first arrived.
A. break B. crack C. drill D. melt
10. Anna: "In my opinion, some people should stay in rural areas as well as work on agriculture."
Mark: “____”
A. I'm not afraid I don't agree. B. I'm not sure about that.
C. I'm so sorry, but I agree. D. Not at all, thanks.
11. The council wants to ____ the character of the city while reconstructing the Old Quarter.
A. preserve B. store C. defense D. abandon
12. Switching to ____ eco light bulb is one way to protect the environment.
A. energy-wasting B. energy-expending C. energy-lacking D. energy-saving
13. After the children finished their dinner, they went to bed ____ listened to a bedtime story before falling
asleep.
A. that B. and C. so D. while

14. Mark: "In the next round, we are going to present the pros and cons of urbanization."
Alex: “____”
A. Good chance. B. Good day. C. Good luck. D. Good time.
II. Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined
word(s) in each of the following questions.
15. Her courage not only inspired her followers but moved her rivals as well.
inspire (v): truyền cảm hứng
A. depressed : làm chán nản B. motivated : thúc đẩy, tạo động lực
C. overlooked : bỏ qua D. rejected : từ chối
=> inspired = motivated
16. Polish artist Pawel Kuczynski creates satirical paintings filled with thought-provoking messages about
the world.
thought-provoking (adj): kích thích (suy nghĩ)
A. inspirational (adj): có tính truyền cảm hứng, gây cảm hứng
B. boring (adj): nhàm chán
C. unexciting (adj): không thú vị, không hứng thú
D. universal (adj): phổ biến, chung
=> thought-provoking = inspirational
17. Many of the immigrants have intermarried with the island's original inhabitants.
inhabitant (n): dân ngụ cư, cư dân
A. foreigners : người nước ngoài B. landlord : chủ đất
C. newcomer : người mới đến D. dwellers : cư dân
=> inhabitants = dwellers
18. For environmental safety, we need to find ways to reduce emission of fumes and smoke of factories.
emission (n): sự thải ra, phát ra
A. leak (n): sự chảy ra, rò rỉ; lỗ thủng B. release (n): sự thải ra, thả ra
C. poison (n): chất độc D. pollutant (n): chất ô nhiễm
=> emission = release
III. Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined
word(s) in each of the following questions.
19. It is not fair to give such a challenging task to an inexperienced staff like her.
challenging (adj): khó khăn, đầy thử thách
A. comprehensible (adj): có thể hiểu được B. difficult (adj): khó

C. uncomplicated (adj): không phức tạp D. intriguing (adj): hấp dẫn
=> challenging >< uncomplicated
20. I propose that we wait until the budget has been announced before committing ourselves to any
expenditure.
propose (v): đề nghị, đề xuất
A. approve (v): chấp thuận B. recommend (v): gợi ý, giới thiệu
C. reject (v): từ chối, bác bỏ D. suggest (v): gợi ý, đề nghị
=> propose >< reject
21. She stays incredibly focused and is never distracted by others.

distracted (v): bị làm cho phân tâm
A. disturbed (v): bị làm phiền, ngắt quãng B. confused (v): làm cho bối rối
C. bewildered (v): làm cho hoang mang D. concentrated (v): làm cho tập trung
=> distracted >< concentrated
22. She comes from an admirable and respectable family.

A. good (adj): tốt B. respected (adj): kính mến, tôn trọng
C. unworthy (adj): không đáng D. dignified (adj):
=> respectable (adj): đoan trang, đáng kính >< unworthy
IV. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct word or
phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Rapid urbanization can hold long-term economic, social and environmental promise for developing
countries (23) ____ investments made now in infrastructure, housing and public services are efficient and
sustainable, the World Bank says in a new report.
In the next two decades, cities are (24) __Ved__ to expand by another two billion residents, as people move
in unprecedented numbers from rural areas to pursue hopes and aspirations in cities. More than 90% of this
urban population growth is expected to occur in the developing world, (25) ____ many cities are already
struggling to provide basic needs such as water, electricity, transport, health services and education.
Report authors note that most new urban growth will not take (26) ____ in the “megacities” of the world e.g.
Rio de Janeiro, Jakarta or New Delhi but rather in less commonly recognized “secondary” cities - places like
Fushun in China, and Surat in India.
To help policymakers prepare for and manage growth, the report distills lessons learned from 12 countries
across all geographic regions and stages of urbanization. It then translates these global lessons (27) ____
practical policy advice.
23. A. if B. unless C. whether D. while
24. A. predictable B. predicted C. predicting D. predictions
25. A. what B. where C. which D. why
26. A. form B. hand C. place D. time
27. A. by B. into translate sth into sth: chuyển cái gì thành/sang cái gì
C. up to D. up with
V. Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the
28. Rapid ups and downs in the number of students could be observed in June.
A. The number of students changed dramatically in June.
B. The number of students did not stay the same in June.
C. The number of students fluctuated wildly in June.
D. The number of students went up and then fell in June.
29. The rapid urbanization led to many serious problems. One of those is the growth of slums.
S + lead to sth: dẫn đến …= S + be + the cause of sth: là nguyên nhân gây ra …
A. The rapid urbanization is the cause of many serious problems such as the growth of slums.
B. The rapid urbanization is consequent of many serious problems like the growth of slums.
C. The rapid urbanization is created by many serious problems such as the growth of slums.
D. The rapid urbanization is resulted by many serious problems like the growth of slums.
30. You can always count on me.
A. I'll never take you down. B. I'll never let you down.
C. I'll never hold you down. D. I'll never make you down.
31. A car hit the fence of my garden. I was cleaning the swimming pool.
A. While a car hit the fence I was cleaning the swimming pool.
B. A car hit the fence and I was cleaning the swimming pool.
C. I was cleaning the swimming pool when a car hit the fence.
D. I was cleaning the swimming pool then a car hit the fence.
32. He doesn't like going out. He doesn't invite any friends home.
A. He either goes out or invites any friends home.
B. He neither goes out nor invites any friends home.
C. He not only goes out but also invites any friends home.
D. He goes out but not invites any friends home.
either … or … : hoặc là … hoặc … => dùng để liên kết 2 mệnh đề chỉ sự lựa chọn (1 trong 2)
neither .. nor … : không … cũng không … => dùng để liên kết 2 mệnh đề chỉ sự lựa chọn (không cái nào
cả)
not only … but also … : không những … mà còn …
but: nhưng
VI. Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other
three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
33. A. distributed /id/ B. used /d/ C. emailed D. copied
34. A. invented /id/ B. contributed C. attributed D. welcomed/d/
35. A. wicked /id/ B. reduced /t/ C. influenced D. expressed
36. A. accessed /t/ B. searched C. surfed D. recorded/id/
VII. Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position
of the primary stress in each of the following questions.
37. A. tablet (n) /ˈtæblət/ B. media (n) /ˈmiːdiə/
C. social (adj) /ˈsəʊʃl/ D. subscribe (v) /səbˈskraɪb/
trọng âm với những từ có 2 âm tiết:

- Đa số danh từ & tính từ: trọng âm rơi vào âm tiết 1
- Đa số động từ: trọng âm rơi vào âm tiết 2
38. A. newspaper /ˈnjuːzpeɪpə(r)/ B. smartphone (n) /ˈsmɑːtfəʊn/

C. access (n) /ˈækses/ D. device (n) /dɪˈvaɪs/
trọng âm với những từ có 2 âm tiết:

- Đa số danh từ & tính từ: trọng âm rơi vào âm tiết 1. Ngoại lệ: hotel, device,…
- Đa số động từ: trọng âm rơi vào âm tiết 2
39. A. computer /kəmˈpjuːtə(r)/ B. technology /tekˈnɒlədʒi/

C. magazine /ˌmæɡəˈziːn/ D. connection /kəˈnekʃn/
40. A. networking /ˈnetwɜːkɪŋ/ B. television /ˈtelɪvɪʒn/

C. socialize /ˈsəʊʃəlaɪz/ D. communication /kəˌmjuːnɪˈkeɪʃn/
Circle one option (A, B, C, or D) to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the
41. My close friend is thinking I am a dreamy girl when I apply for a job
A- THINKS B C D
in Google company.
42. When I drive to the work in the morning, the highway is always very busy.
A - WORK B C D
43. I did not like them because they were always being complaining.
A B C D
answer to each of the questions.
WHAT’S IN YOUR PHONE?
Armed with digital devices, young people are leading the way to a cashless future with 111%
increase in consumer use of mobile person-to-person payment methods between 2014 and 2017, according
to Boston-based research firm. Dylan Oesch-Emmel, a freshman at Tufts University, can count on one hand
the times he has used cash recently: to convert currency for a trip to Montreal, and for cab fare when his
smart phone died and he couldn’t use Uber.
“Quite frankly, I use zero cash,” said Oesch Emmel, 19, a Stoneham native. Like many in his age
bracket, Oesch-Emmel does his banking online, rarely uses an ATM, and keeps a credit card for backup.
Nearly all his purchases are made with payment apps on his iPhone 7 linked to his debit card: Venmo,
which lets you make and share payments with friends, to split dinner and ride home with friends, for
example, or goPuff to have the essentials of college life, such as shampoo, floss, and Cheetos, delivered to
his dorm.
Yet while younger people such as Oesch-Emmel don’t have much use for cash, the United States
actually lags other nations in moving toward a largely cashless financial system. Credit and debit cards have
been in wide use here for much longer, and the nation’s large, complex banking system makes it difficult to
adopt change quickly.
Shaun Ferrari, managing director of Currency Research, said electronic payment businesses are still
at the stage here where they are competing against each other more so than cash. “It appears as though
electronic forms of payment are cannibalizing each other rather than replacing cash,” Ferrari said. “Mobile
has a long way to go to be a significant player in the payment landscape in the US.”
Boston-based research firm Aite Group in February reported a 111 percent increase in consumer use
of mobile person-to-person payment methods between 2104 and 2017. A few of the big names are showing
commanding gains: Zelle had a 59 percent rise in processing volume in 2018, to $119 billion. Venmo, for its
part, processed $62 billion last year, up from $35 billion the year before One explanation for those
increases, said Talie Baker of the Aite Group, is the ability of payment systems to be made in real time,
instead of that lag people used to experience waiting for money to clear. This has made digital payments feel
the same as getting cash, more or less instant and around the clock.
Question 44. What does the passage primarily discuss?

A. The reason for the sluggish development of cash-consuming countries
B. The speculation that cash will eventually “go the way of dinosaurs”
C. The declining amount of cash in the financial system
D. The fact that cash are being rejected and the explanation for this
Question 45. What can NOT be inferred according to the first paragraph?
A. Youngsters who make good use of digital devices are creating a new future.
B. Digital payment methods have gained in popularity.
C. Young people are likely to be on a meagre budget in the future.
D. The number of times when Dylan uses cash for payment is not significant
Question 46. According to the second paragraph, Vemno and goPuff are the representatives of __________.
A. cash-hoarding applications B. person-to-person payment methods
C. digital alternative to national currencies D. digital payment applications
Question 47. The word “lags” in paragraph 3 could be best replaced by
A. fall behind B. harness C. supervise D. enhance
Question 48. The word “they” in paragraph 4 refers to __________.
A. credit and debit cards B. electronic forms of payment
C. electronic payment businesses D. managing director of Currency Research
Question 49. According to the passage, which of the following companies has the FASTEST budget
growth?
A. Venmo B. Zelle C. Aite Group D. Uber
Question 50. The phrase “around the clock” in the final paragraph mostly means __________.
A. part-time B. intermittent
C. sluggish D. happening all day and all night
ĐỀ KIỂM TRA GIỮA KÌ I (5)

I. Find the word which has a different sound in the part underlined.
Question 1: A. soot /ʊ/ B. mood / uː/ C. school D. moon
Question 2: A. clutter /ˈklʌtər B. slum C. bulb D. urban /ˈɜːrbən/
Question 3: A. mindset /ˈmaɪndset/ B. handsome /ˈhænsəm / C. medium D. industrial
II. Choose the word which has a different stress pattern from the others.
Question 4: A. down-market /daʊnˈmɑːkɪt/
B. organic /ɔːˈɡænɪk/
C. replenish /rɪˈplenɪʃ/
D. dedicate /ˈdedɪkeɪt/
- Những từ có tận cùng là đuôi “-ic”, “-ish” (với động từ) thì có trọng âm rơi vào âm đứng ngay trước nó
- Những từ có tận cùng là đuôi “-ate” có trọng âm rơi vào âm đứng cách nó một âm
Question 5: A. perseverance /pɜːsəˈvɪrəns/
B. preservation /prezərˈveɪʃn/
C. environment /ɪnˈvaɪrənmənt/
D. eco-friendly /iːkoʊ ˈfrendli/
Những từ có tận cùng là đuôi “-ion” thì có trọng âm rơi vào âm đứng ngay trước nó
Question 6: By 1906, Phan Chu Trinh’s goal was modernization and economic development.
A. elementary (adj): cơ bản, sơ đẳng
B. comparative (adj): tương đối
C. primary (adj) = main: sơ đẳng/ chính, chủ yếu
D. relative (adj): tương đối/ có liên quan
Question 7: We admire her to the cause of humanity.
A. achievement (n): thành tích, thành tựu
B. dedication (n): sự cống hiến
C. awareness (n): nhận thức
D. concentration (n): sự tập trung
Question 8.
This is a(an) business, so we can’t afford holidays.
A. all-round (adj): toàn diện
B. year-round (adj): quanh năm
C. all-year round: quanh năm suốt tháng
D. yearly (adj): hằng năm, thường niên
Question 9.
There will be a sharp N in the urban population of Africa and Asia between now and 2050.
A. rise in sth (n): sự tăng lên
B. raise (n): sự tăng lương
C. promotion (n): sự đẩy mạnh, sự khuyến khích
D. development (n): sự phát triển
Question 10.
In less developed countries, slums form both on thee and within the largest cities.
A. heavily populous B. densely populated dân cư đông đúc
C. thinly populated dân cư thưa thớt D. most populous
Question 11.
This building is architect’s crowning .
A. story (n): câu chuyện
B. goal (n): múc đích, mục tiêu
C. event (n): sự kiện
D. achievement (n): thành tích, thành tựu
Question 12.
There was a knock on the door while we the game show on TV.
A. were enjoying B. enjoyed C. had enjoyed D. had been enjoying
S1 + Ve/ V2 + WHILE + S2 + was/ were + V-ing
Question 13.
Nguyen Hue made surprise attack against Chinese during Tet, ________ Vietnamese and Chinese
Lunar New Year holiday.
A. a – Ø – Ø B. the – Ø – Ø C. a – the – the D. a – the – Ø
Question 14.
Babara is motivated to study she knows that a good education can improve her life.
A. therefore + S + V: bởi vậy, cho nên B. because of + N/Ving
C. because + S + V D. so S + V: vì vậy
Question 15.
It was essential that we the lease before the end of the month.
A. sign B. signed C. had signed D. were signing
16. Mark Zuckerberg's enormous success has taken a lot of hard work and ____.
A. indifference (n): sự thờ ơ B. dedication (n): sự cống hiến
C. loyalty (n): sự trung thành D. reputation (n): danh tiếng
17. I can't believe she didn't do anything for the company. I will ____ and be in charge.
A. take over: tiếp quản, giành quyền kiểm soát
B. take (sb) on: tuyển dụng, thuê
C. take up: bắt đầu (một môn thể thao, sở thích,… mới)
D. take in: tiếp thu, hiểu
18. Thanks to the help of the teacher, she is _____ encouraging progress in math.
A. doing B. making C. checking D. stopping
make + (adj) + progress + in + O: có tiến bộ trong …
19. The ____ of the soil reduced the productivity of the farm.
A. fertility (n): sự màu mỡ
B. hardship (n): sự khó nhọc, gian khổ
C. poverty (n): sự nghèo đói, thiếu thốn
D. inadequacy (n): sự không đầy đủ, bất cập
=> The poverty of the soil: Đất thiếu chất
20. Last night, we ____ for you for ages but you never ____ up.
A. waited – showed B. would wait - showed
C. were waiting - were showing D. waited – was showing
21. Since = BECAUSE they ____ us they ____ to visit us last Sunday, we ____ forward to the day.
A. were tel ling - came - looked
B. would tell – would visit - would look
C. told – would come - were looking
D. tell - are coming - will look
22. “Good luck to you in your exam!” -“_________”
A. Thank you! Same to you.
B. Yeah. That's the one.
C. Well, I'll see.
D. Don't worry! I'll be fine.
23. . It is necessary that you __Vo__ able to come with us.
A. are B. be C. being D. to be
24. Poaching ____ the greatest threat to many species.
A. creates B. presents C. poses D. produces
pose a/adj threat to sth: đe dọa đến cái gì
Săn bắt trái phép đang đe dọa nghiêm trọng đến nhiều loài.
25. I didn't meet him right away ____ he had to talk to his boss first.
A. while B. if C. because D. or
while: trong khi => thường nối 2 hành động xảy ra song song với nhau
if: nếu => dùng trong câu điều kiện
because: bởi vì => chỉ nguyên nhân
or: hoặc là => chỉ sự lựa chọn
26. ____ what has happened, I think she will never return.
A. If +S+V +S+V B. Unless + S + V C. While D. After + S + V / +N
Tạm dịch: Sau những gì đã xảy ra, tôi nghĩ là cô ấy sẽ không bao giờ trở lại đâu.
27. There wasn't a chair for the headmaster, ____ is a big problem.
A. what B. which C. that D. where + S + V
28. The student wiped the board ____ was full of notes and drawings.
A. that B. while C. after D. so
29. Overpopulation in urban areas tends to create unfavourable conditions, which may result in ____ of food in
developing countries.
A. damages : sự thiệt hại B. failures : sự thất bại
C. shortages : sự thiếu hụt D. supplies: nguồn cung cấp
shortage of sth: sự thiếu về cái gì
30. She's a down-to-earth woman with no pretensions.
down-to-earth: sensible and practical: thực tế
A. ambitious (adj): đầy tham vọng B. creative (adj): sáng tạo
C. idealistic (adj): duy tâm D. practical (adj): thực tế
31. Scientists are trying to find energy that consumes tiêu thụ less fuel.
A. waste (v): lãng phí B. destroy (v): phá hủy
C. eat up (v): dùng số lượng lớn, ăn hết D. use (v): sử dụng, dùng
=> consume = use
32. The number of rhinos is in steady decline. There are fewer rhinos than ever before.
A. occasional (adj): thỉnh thoảng, không đều
B. constant (adj): cố định, không thay đổi
C. stable (adj): ổn định
D. persistent (adj): cố chấp, dai dẳng
=> steady (adj): đều đặn >< occasional
33. Unemployment is a massive problem for the government at the moment.
massive (adj): to lớn
A. main (adj): chính, trọng yếu B. major (adj): chính, lớn
C. minor (adj): nhỏ D. primary (adj): chính, căn bản
=> massive >< minor
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the
questions.
The increase in urbanization causes different problems. Air and water pollution are amongst the major issue we have
to tackle.
In the first place, cars, factories and burning waste emit dangerous gases that change the air quality in our cities and
pose threats to our health. Dangerous gases such as carbon dioxide and nitrogen oxides cause respiratory diseases, for
instant, bronchitis and asthma. Those are also proved to have long-term effects on the environment.
Furthermore, with the increased population, it becomes difficult to manage the waste generated in cities. Most of the
waste is discharged or dumped into rivers or onto streets. The waste pollutes water and makes it unfit for human
consumption. Subsequently, it becomes more and more difficult for city dwellers to get clean water.36- Some cities
in Africa are unable to provide adequate water supply because most of the water is lost in pipe leakages. In fact, most
city dwellers in developing countries are forced to boil their water or to buy bottled water, which is very expensive.
There are several actions that could be taken to eradicate the problems described above. Firstly, 37- a simple solution
would be joining community efforts to address problems affecting your city. Ask your parents, friends and relatives to
join in as well. These efforts might include clean-up campaigns, recycling projects and a signature campaign to ask
the government to do something about the situation. A second measure would be encouraging your teacher to talk
about these problems and to discuss how young people can help to solve them. Finally, writing to local organizations
working on these issues for ideas on how you can contribute to solve them.
34. The word tackle giải quyết in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to ____.
A. deal with B. make up: trang điểm, bịa ra C. try on thử D. turn down: từ chối
35. The word Those in paragraph 2 refers to ____.
A. bronchitis and asthma
B. carbon dioxide and nitrogen oxides
C. dangerous gases
D. respiratory diseases
36. According to the passage, in some cities in Africa ____.
A. people are allowed to dump waste into rivers and on streets
B. people aren't provided enough water due to leaking pipes
C. people have found some solutions to the problems
D. people would rather use boiling water and bottled water
37. Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?
A. City problems should be taught and be topic for students to discuss at school.
B. Children must ask for their parent's permission before joining community efforts.
C. Participators might take part in different kinds of projects and campaigns.
D. People can contribute in solving the problems by writing to local organizations working on these issues.
38. Which of the following would serve as the best title for the passage?
A. Environment degradation: Air and water pollution
B. Environmental pollution: Problems and actions
C. Increasing urbanization: Causes and effects
D. Increasing urbanization: Effects and solutions
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet that best fits the blank space in the following
The burning of (39)____________ like coal, oil and natural gas emit greenhouse gases. That is why
environmentalists insist that we (40)___Vo_________ clean, renewable energy sources. Wave energy,
produced by ocean surface waves, is both eco-friendly and cost-efficient. Research has suggested that ocean
wave power could make a major contribution (41)____________the world's energy resources. Scientists
claim that using 1% of wave energy can provide the equivalent of 500 times the world energy
(42)______N______. With 70% of the earth's surface covered with water, wave energy is undoubtedly a
valuable source of (43)____________ energy.
(Adapted from Student’s Book 1- English 12)
Question 39: A. alternative energy B. fossil fuels C. gas D. energy production

Question 40: A. shouldn’t use B. are using C. be used D. use
Question 41: A. in B. for C. by D. to
Question 42: A. consumption B. consume
C. consumptive D. consumptively
Question 43: A. gas B. unclean C. green D. available
Question 44: She locked the door. She doesn’t want to be disturbed
A. She locked the door in order that she wouldn’t be disturbed
B. She locked the door to be not disturbed
C. She locked the door for her not to be disturbed
D. She locked the door so that not to not to be disturbed
Question 45: It was raining heavily. The game was cancelled.
46. He drinks quite a lot, what is why he is so ill.
A. drinks B. what-WHICH C. why D. so
47. Despite her difficult living conditions, but Marie Curie worked extremely hard.
A. Despite B. conditions C. but- bỏ D. hard
48. He couldn’t retake the exam because he missed too many lessons. ( If 3)
A. He would retake the exam if he didn’t miss too many lessons.
B. He could have retaken the exam if he hadn’t missed too many lessons.
C. If he missed too many lessons, he wouldn’t retake the exam.
D. If he had missed too many lessons, he wouldn’t have retaken the exam.
49. "You had better see a doctor if the sore throat does not clear up.” she said to me.
A. She reminded me of seeing a doctor if the sore throat did not clear up.
B. She ordered me to see a doctor if the sore throat did not clear up.
C. She insisted that I see a doctor unless the sore throat did not clear up.
D. She suggested that I see a doctor if the sore throat did not clear up.
50. She has not seen him for two years.

A. The last time she saw him was two years ago
B. It’s two years since she has seen him.
C. It’s been two years when she last saw him.
D. The last time she has seen him was two years ago
ĐỀ KIỂM TRA GIỮA KÌ I (6)

questions.
Question 1: The organization is helping Native American tribes to _______ their culture and language.
A. understand B. nurture C. preserve D. remain
Question 2: Remember that things such as language, food and clothing are simply expressions of our
cultural __________.
A. existence B. identity C. potential D. preservation
Question 3: More than ten students have failed the exams, which _______ the class teacher.
A. had surprised B. have surprising C. is surprising D. has surprised
Question 4: He ________ about his noisy neigbours five times today.
A. has been complaining B. has complained
C. would complain D. used to complain
Question 5: As the plane was climbing ______ into the sky, the ground was getting ______ away.
A. higher/far and far B. higher/a little further
C. higher and higher/further and further D. highest and highest/furthest and furthest
Question 6: While I did my homework, a new idea came up with me.
A. did- WAS DOING B. my homework C. a D. with
Question 7: Do you think Cuc Phuong is a first national park to be established in Vietnam?
A. is B. a- THE C. established D. in
Question 8: It’s essential that new migrants give enough information about the rules and regulation of the
local area.
A. that B. give- BE GIVEN C. about D. the
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part is
pronounced differently from that of the rest in each of the following questions.
Question 9: A. hoped B. worked/t/ C. lived/d/ D. advanced/t/
Question 10: A. humans B. peas /z/ C. species/z/ D. sites/s/
questions.
Question 11: Peter: ________
Mary: Thanks. I’m glad you like it. My sister gave it to me yesterday.
A. What a fashionable dress you are wearing! B. Oh! I like your fashionable dress.
C. I think you have a fashionable dress. D. Your fashionable must be expensive.
Question 17: As =while I ________ the glass, it suddenly _________ into two pieces.
Question 19: _________ breakfast is _________first meal of the day.
A. / the B. The / the C. A / D. The /
Question 23: Life in areas with _________ extreme weather condition is not easy at all.
The role of natural increase and migration in the urban population growth is quite different from
country to country and also by the (24) ______ of development. In general, natural increase is a much more
important component of urban growth in the Less Developed Countries than in the More Developed
Countries. This fact has important implications for (25) ______ policy. The conclusion is obvious. To
control urban growth in the Less Developed Countries, it (26) ______ much more important to control
natural increase than it is in the More Developed Countries. This suggests that although migration control
policy may be important for the LDCs, fertility limitation for both national and urban populations is far
more important. It should be also noted, (27) ______, that the contribution of the factors to urban population
increase tends to be quite different city by city. This is clear in the ten cities included in the studies in the
volume.
Question 24: A. way B. level C. stage D. method
Question 25: A. population B. populate C. populous D. populated
Question 26: A. has B. becomes + ADJ C. lets D. keeps
Question 27: A. therefore B. in addition C. however D. moreover
Marianne Moore (1887-1972) once said that her writing could be called poetry only because there
was no other name for it. Indeed her poems appear to be extremely compressed essays that happen to be
printed in jagged lines on the pages. Her subjects were varied: animals, laborers, artists, and the craft of
poetry. From her general reading came quotations that she found striking or insightful. She included these in
her poems, scrupulously enclosed in quotation marks, and sometimes identified in footnotes. Of this
practice, she wrote, “Why the many quotation marks?” I am asked …When a thing has been said so well
that it could not be said better, why paraphrase it? Hence my writing is, if not a cabinet of fossils, a kind of
collection of flies in amber.” Close observation and concentration on detail are the methods of her poetry.
30A- Marianne Moore grew up in Kirkwood, Missouri, near St. Louis. After graduation from Bryn Maws
College in 1909, she taught commercial subjects at the Indian School 30D-in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. Later
she became a librarian in New York City. During the 1920’s she was editor of The Dial, an important
literary magazine of the period. She 30B-lived quietly all her life, mostly in Brooklyn, New York. She spent
a lot of time at the Bronx Zoo, fascinated by animals. Her admiration of the Brooklyn Dodgers – before
30D-the team moved to Los Angeles – was widely known. Her first book of poems was published in
London in 1921 by a group of friends associated with the Imagist movement. From that time on her poetry
has been read with interest by succeeding generations of poets and readers. In 1952 she was awarded the
Pulitzer Prize for her Collected Poems. She wrote that she did not write poetry “for money and fame”. To
earn a living is needful, but it can be done in routine ways. One writes because one has a burning desire to
objectify what it is indispensable to one’s happiness to express …”.
Question 28: What is the passage mainly about?
A. The influence of the Imagists on Marianne Moore B. Essayists and poets of the 1920’s
C. The use of quotations in poetry D. Marianne Moore’s life and work
Question 29: The author mentions all of the following as jobs held by Moore EXCEPT _________
A. commercial artist B. teacher (she taught commercial subjects)
C. magazine editor(she was editor of The Dial, an important literary magazine of the period)
D. librarian (she became a librarian
Question 30: Where did Moore spend most of her adult life?
A. in Kirkwood B. in Brooklyn C. in Los Angeles D. in Carlisle
Question 31: The word “succeeding” is closest in meaning to _________
A. inheriting B. prospering C. diverse D. later
Question 32: The word “it” refers to _________
A. writing poetry B. becoming famous C. earning a living D. attracting readers
Question 33: The last time I went to the museum was a year ago.
A. I have not been to the museum for a year. B. A year ago, I often went to the museum.
C. My going to the museum lasted a year. D. At last I went to the museum after a year.
Question 34: I haven’t seen him for months.
A. It’s months since I last saw him. B. It’s months when I last saw him.
C. It’s months before I last saw him. D. It’s months after I last saw him.
Question 35: Eight years ago we started writing to each other.
A. We have written to each other for eight years ago. B. Eight years ago we have written to each other.
C. We wrote to each other eight years ago. D. We have been writing to each other for eight years.
1. Đáp án C
“Edison's greatness lies not in any single invention, but in what he did with his own and other men's
cleverness”
Dịch: Sự vĩ đại của Edison không chỉ nằm riêng ở những phát minh của mình mà còn ở trong những
việc ông ấy làm với chính bản thân mình và những người thông minh khác.
2. Đáp án D
emblematic (có tính tượng trưng) = typical (điển hình)
3. Đáp án D
Đoạn 2: “envisaged how he could translate the invention into a viable commercial product; indeed he
would not begin the research otherwise”
→ Ông dự tính không tiến hành nếu không biết chắc phát minh của mình có hiệu quả (thương mại)
4. Đáp án B
Ta thấy cụm từ này trong đoạn 2: “invent the as-yet nonexistent electrical industry”
5. Đáp án B
Ta thấy cụm từ này trong đoạn: “constructed only a few of his brilliant conceptions” Tức là: A good
many of his inventions went unrealised.
6. Đáp án A
at his beck and call (luôn có sẵn, luôn túc trực) = ready to do what Edison wanted
7. Đáp án C
“Edison had clever men at his beck and call...:Edison sử dụng những người tài giỏi để hỗ trợ mình.
Indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of me following
questions.
1. Rooftop gardens prevent buildings from absorbing heat from the sun, which can significantly reduce
cooling bills.
A. trivially B. unparticularly C. remarkably D. meaninglessly
2. Solar radiation can be converted either into thermal energy (heat) or into electrical energy, though the
former is easier to accomplish.
A. transformed B. absorbed C. released D. exchanged
Indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following
questions.
1. Global Forest Watch has also initiated a project to counteract deforestation through awareness.
A. introduced B. commenced C. launched D. completed
2. Cigarette butts are not biodegradable and contain extremely toxic soluble chemicals.
A. venomous B. deadly C. endangered D. harmless
Choose the sentence (A, B, C or D) which is closest in meaning to the one in bold
1. This pasta is a new experience for me.
a. I used to eat a lot of pasta. b. I am used to eating pasta.
c. It is the first time I have eaten pasta. d. I have ever eaten pasta many times before.
2. I have not seen Tom for ages.
a. It has been a long time since I last saw Tom. b. Tom and I do not look the same age.
c. Tom and I are friends for a long time. d. I often met Tom ages ago.
3. In spite of all our efforts, we failed in the final match.
A. Although we tried very hard, we failed in the final match.
B. We made all our efforts so that we could gain success in the final match.
C. Whatever efforts we had made, we weren’t able to win in the final match.
D. We failed in the final match as a result of all our great efforts.
4. When they arrived, the good seats were already taken
5. We have to keep the environment clean
A. It is necessary that we kept the environment clean.
B. It is necessary that we not keep the environment clean.
C. It is necessary that the environment keeps clean.
D. It is necessary that the environment be kept clean.
ĐỀ ÔN THI GIỮA HK1 – Môn: Tiếng Anh – Lớp 12 (Hệ 10 năm); Lần 1 (7)
answer to each of the questions from 1 to 8.
When people hear the word “city”, they usually imagine concrete, neon signs, and lots of air pollution.
Thanks to some clever and concerned architects, this image is starting to change. The concept of green cities
aims to bring some beauty from rural environments into urban areas. It is not only about looking better
though. Green cities are also trying to improve the efficiency of cities and raise the standard of living for
people who stay in them.
The term “green cities” refers to cities where builders take into account several environmental factors before
those cities are constructed or redesigned to be more physically appealing than traditional cities from the
past. In addition, the mobility of citizens should be considered, so public transportation can be more
convenient and travel time to work can be reduced. Energy sources should also be evaluated with the goal of
minimizing air pollution.
When it comes to going green, the city of Barcelona is far ahead of its time. Since 1859, its designers have
consciously tried to create sustainable urban designs. Then in 1992, the city received a well-deserved
makeover before hosting the Olympic Games. In recent years, Barcelona has upgraded its transportation
system. This has reduced air pollution and more workers are using public transportation instead of their own
vehicles. Barcelona also boasts one of the best recycling programs in the world. Visitors will find clear,
color-coded trash bins throughout the city where they can put all of their materials.
This is only a small sample of a green city around the world. As more people experience the pleasure of
visiting green cities, it seems certain that the trend of urban areas going green will continue far into the
future.
Question 1: Which of the following is not a goal that a green city builder would have?
A. Making the city look natural B. Keeping the air nice and green
C. Painting every building green D. Helping citizen feel more comfortable
Question 2: What is true about Barcelona?
A. It is the only green city in Europe B. It is one of the oldest green cities
C. It has never been redesigned D. It doesn’t allow visitors to drive cars
Question 3: All of the following are true about Barcelona EXCEPT that _____
A. it is said by some to have one of the best recycling programs in the world
B. more people have used public transportation
C. air pollution has been reduced
D. visitors can put all their trash in one colorful trash bin.
Question 4: What does the term “mobility” in paragraph 2 mean?
A. how much money tourists spend B. the opinions of people.
C. how visitors move around. D. the feelings visitors have
Question 5: The word “they” in paragraph 3 refers to: .
A. some dustbins in the city B. those who run the city
C. people who collect dustbins D. people who want to throw out the trash
Question 6: Green cities bring all of the following benefits EXCEPT ______
A. to bring natural beauty into urban areas
B. to raise the efficiency of concrete buildings
C. to raise the living standards for urnban citizens
D. to make green cities look much better than the old ones
Question 7: When constructing or redesigning green cities, we try _____
A. to use eco-friendly sources of energy
B. to make enegy sources more appealing
C. to make transportation more convenient
D. to reduce the cost of solutions to the problem of air pollution
Question 8: How does the author seem to feel about the future of green cities?
A. Green cities are too expensive to build in most countries.
B. Few people have interest in living in a green city.
C. The best green cities in the world are in North America.
D. We should continue to see more green cities being built each year.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs
from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions from 9 to 10.
Question 9: A. home B. whole C. come D. phone
Question 10: A. they B. there C. their D. they’re
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in
each of the following questions from 11 to 13.
Question 11: A book you gave me last week was not so interesting as I had expected
A. so B. gave C. A- THE D. had expected
Question 12: Villages are peaceful for people to live in, however they do not offer them good up-to-date
facilities.
A. live in B. offer C. however→ AND/ SO D. up-to-date
Question 13: Her parents insisted that she studied harder in order to pass the coming GCSE exams
A. that B. to pass C. studied- STUDY D. coming
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each
of the following questions from 14 to 15.
Question 14: Nam and John are talking about a historical figure.
John: “Do you know any interesting legends about Le Loi?”
Nam: “ _____________.”
A. The history of Sword Lake in Ha Noi is very interesting
B. Yes. I’ll tell you about the history of Sword Lake in Ha Noi.
C. The history of Sword Lake in Ha Noi is related to Le Loi.
D. Yes. Le Loi has many interesting legend.
Question 15: Laura and Annie are talking about urbanization.
Laura: “Why do many people migrate to big cities?”
Annie: “______________.”
A. For better jobs and services. B. Because they have jobs in rural areas.
C. Big cities are very easy to apply for jobs. D. Migration is a big problem
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in
meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions from 16 to 17.
Question 16: Although she was brought up in the slum of the city, she tried to overcome difficulties and
became a successful CEO.
A. poor area B. rural area C. downtown area D. industrial area
Question 17: As a dedicated physician, he tried to save many people’s lives during the Covid pandemic.
A. detective B. doctor C. physicist D. professor
each of the following questions from 18 to 20.
Question 18: That many people move to live in big cities makes the urban planners concerned.
A. Many people move to live in big cities that makes the urban planners concerned.
B. The urban planners are concerned that many people move to live in big cities.
C. If many people moved to live in big cities, the urban planners would be concerned.
D. Many people move to live in big cities, which makes the urban planners concerned.
Question 19: There has been a slight decrease in the petrol prices in the last two weeks.
A. The petrol prices have decreased slightly in the last two weeks.
B. The petrol prices had a slight decrease in the last two weeks.
C. There have been petrol prices that have a slight decrease in the last two weeks.
D. The petrol prices have been slightly decreased in the in the last two weeks.
Question 20: They have suggested building an airport near the industrial zone.
A. It has been suggested that an airport be built near the industrial zone.
B. It has been suggested that an airport was built near the industrial zone.
C. It has been suggested to build an airport near the industrial zone.
D. Building an airport near the industrial zone have been suggested
Read the passage and mark A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the blanks from 21 to
25.
Michael Jackson (born 1958) is truly a music legend. He became a superstar at the age of eleven as a
member of his family band “The Jackson 5”. His solo career earned him the (21)______ "King of Pop". His
studio albums have all become classics. Jackson is equally famous for his high energy and complicated
dance techniques such as the Moonwalk. He died in 2009 (22) _______ the age of 50.
Jackson dominated the music charts throughout the 1970s, 80s and 90s. His (23) ___ADJ____vocal style,
rhythm and fashion were perfect for the new music video age. MTV enthusiastically played his videos to the
world. His ‘Thriller’ video had all the excitement of a major movie release. Jackson became a true icon of
pop culture and became an (24)_____ADJ____ figure on dozens of today’s top stars.
His awards and records are proof of the phenomenal success he achieved. He won World Music Award's
Best-Selling Pop Male Artist of the Millennium, (25)_______ made him one of the most famous singers of
all time. ‘Thriller’ remains the best selling album of all time. ‘Vanity Fair’ magazine named him the "Most
popular artist in the history of show business".
Question 21: A. name B. title C. hero D. figure
Question 22: A. at B. on C. in D. during
Question 23: A. distinctive B. distinction C. distinguish D. distinguishing
Question 24: A. influenced B. influential C. influence D. influencing
Question 25: A. whom B. that C. who D. which
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair
of sentences in the following questions from 26 to 27.
Question 26: They are launching a go-green campaign. They can raise the public awareness that way.
A. They are launching a go-green campaign so that they can raise the public awareness..
B. They are launching a go-green campaign because they can raise the public awareness..
C. Although they are launching a go-green campaign, they can raise the public awareness..
D. They can raise the public awareness so that they are launching a go-green campaign.
Question 27: He was wandering around the world. He met his life partner at that time.
A. He was wandering around the world while he met his life partner.
B. When he met his life partner at that time, he was wandering around the world.
C. He met his life partner while he was wandering around the world.
D. He was wandering around the world, then he met his life partner.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three
in each position of primary stress in each of the following questions from 28 to 29.
Question 28: A. achievement B. industrial C. anonymous D. generosity
Question 29: A. emergeB. dispose C. asthma D. remain
answer to each of the questions from 30 to 34.
Urbanisation occurs because people move from rural areas (countryside) to urban areas (towns and cities).
This usually occurs when a country is still developing.
Prior to 1950, the majority of urbanisation occurred in HICs (high-income countries). Rapid urbanisation
took place during the period of industrialisation that took place in Europe and North America in the
nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Many people moved from rural to urban areas to get jobs in the
rapidly expanding industries in many large towns and cities. Since 1950 urbanisation has slowed in most
HICs, and now some of the biggest cities are losing population as people move away from the city to rural
environments. This is known as counter-urbanisation.
Since 1950 the most rapid growth in urbanisation has occurred in LICs (low-income countries) in South
America, Africa and Asia. Between 1950 and 1990 the urban population living in LICs doubled. In
developed countries, the increase was less than half.
The three main causes of urbanisation in LICs since 1950 are: Firstly, rural to urban migration is happening
on a massive scale due to population pressure and lack of resources in rural areas. These are ‘push’ factors.
Secondly, people living in rural areas are ‘pulled’ to the city. Often they believe that the standard of living in
urban areas will be much better than in rural areas. They are usually wrong. People also hope for well-paid
jobs, the greater opportunities to find casual or ‘informal’ work, better health care and education. Finally,
natural increase caused by a decrease in death rates while birth rates remain high.
The UN predicts that by 2050 70% of the world’s population will live in urban environments.
Question 30: What does the text mainly discuss?
A. Urbanization and its causes B. Urbanization in developing countries
C. Urbanization and its effects D. Solutions to the problems of urbanization
Question 31: Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?
A. Urbanization first occurred in LICs, then in HICs
B. Counter-urbanization is occurring in HICs now.
C. Urbanization occurred mainly in HICs 1950.
D. People misunderstand the standard of living in urban areas.
Question 32: What does expanding in the passage mean?
A. becoming larger B. becoming stressful
C. enriching D. industrializing
Question 33: What does this in the passage refer to?
A. The fact that the biggest cities are losing population
B. The fact that people move away from the city to rural environments.
C. The fact that people move from rural areas to big cities.
D. The fact that urbanisation has slowed in most HICs since 1950
Question 34: What does “pull and push factors” refer to?
A. Differences between rural and urban areas.
B. Well-paid jobs and great opportunities to find work.
C. Population pressure and lack of resources.
D. The reasons why they migrate from rural to urban areas.
questions from 35 to 48.
Question 35: Tran Hung Dao was a great_____N_____ to fight against the enemy.
A. strategist B. strategy C. hisrorian D. soldier
Question 36: Bill Gates’ __________ in donating large sums of money towards welfare activities is
remarkable
A. wealth B. politeness C. talent D. generosity
Question 37: It is imperative that the students __________ about the changes of the university entrance
exam.
A. will be informed B. inform C. will inform D. be informed
Question 38: The fast ____N______ has resulted in many negative consequences in this area.
A. industrialization B. industrial C. industrialize D. industry
Question 39: In the __________ agriculture, farmers try to limit the use of chemicals and fertilizers.
A. conserving B. sustainable C. preserving D. supporting
Question 40: Before building a house, one should consider how to ________ of waste safely.
A. discharge B. emit C. dispose D. oppose
Question 41: _________ farmers find it hard to find jobs in industrialised urban areas.
A. thought-provoking B. weather-beaten
C. down-to-earth D. well-paid
Question 42: When he into the office, the secretary a crosswords puzzle.
A. was coming/ was doing B. came/ was doing
C. was coming/ did D. came/ did
Question 43: She was born in ______ USA but grew up in ______ Vietnam, so can’t speak _____
English.
A. Ø/ Ø/ the B. the/ Ø/ a C. the/ Ø/ Ø D. the/ Ø/ the
Question 44: Bangkok and the surrounding areas genereate more than 50% of the ____________ (GDP)
A. General Domestic Production B. Gross Domestic Product
C. Gross Domestic Production D. General Domestic Product
Question 45: He is always coming to class late, _______ annoys the the teacher and his classmates a lot.
A. that it B. which it C. that D. which
Question 46: I like swimming ________ my sister likes jogging and dancing.
A. when B. whereas= WHILE C. whenever D. so
Question 47: Soot _________ sunlight and heats up the atmosphere.
A. releases B. infects. C. absorbs D. emits
Question 48: After winning the swimming competition, Anh Vien _______ her reputation as a first-class
athlete.
A. ruined B. reputated C. gained D. succeeded
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in
Question 49: Rural people usually become less conservative when they move to live in big cities.
A. rude B. strict C. narrow-minded D. progressive
Question 50: There are down-market product available for low-income inhabitants
A. bad-quality B. economic C. expensive D. cheap
ĐỀ KIỂM TRA GIỮA KÌ I; NH 2021 – 2022 (8)
Experts in climatology and other scientists are becoming extremely concerned about the changes to our climate
which are taking place. Admittedly, climate changes have occurred on our planet before. For example, there have
been several ice ages or glacial periods. These climatic changes, however, were different from the modern ones in
that they occurred gradually and, as far as we know, naturally. The changes currently being monitored are said to be
the result not of natural causes, but of human activity. Furthermore, the rate of change is becoming alarmingly
rapid.
The major problem is that the planet appears to be warming up. According to some experts, this warming
process, known as global warming, is occurring at a rate unprecedented in the last 10,000 years. The implications
for the planet are very serious. Rising global temperatures could give rise to such ecological disasters as extremely
high increases in the incidence of flooding and of droughts. These in turn could have a harmful effect on
agriculture.
It is thought that this unusual warming of the Earth has been caused by so-called greenhouse gases, such as
carbon dioxide, being emitted into the atmosphere by car engines and modern industrial processes, for example.
Such gases not only add to the pollution of the atmosphere, but also create a greenhouse effect, by which the heat of
the sun is trapped. This leads to the warming up of the planet.
Politicians are also concerned about climate change and there are now regular summits on the subject, attended
by representatives from around 180 of the world’s industrialized countries. Of these summits, the most important
took place in Kyotoin Japanin 1997. There it was agreed that the most industrialized countries would try to reduce
the volume of greenhouse gas emissions and were given targets for this reduction of emissions.
It was also suggested that more forests should be planted to create so-called sinks to absorb greenhouse gases.
At least part of the problem of rapid climate change has been caused by too drastic deforestation. Sadly, the targets
are not being met. Even more sadly, global warnings about climate changes are often still being regarded as
scaremongering.
1. According to the passage, in what way did the climate changes in the ice ages differ from the modern ones?
A. They occurred naturally over a long period of time B. They were partly intended.
C. They were wholly the result of human activity. D. They were fully monitored by humans.
2. The word “alarmingly” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to __________.
A. disapprovingly B. disappointingly C. surprisingly D. worryingly
3. According to the passage, agriculture could __________.
A. make the global warming more serious B. be indirectly affected by the global temperature rises
C. give rise to many ecological disasters D. be directly damaged by the rises in global temperature
4. Greenhouse gases cause the warming up of the Earth because they__________.
A. are emitted by car engines B. trap heat from the sun
C. do not add to atmosphere pollution D. are unusual gases
5. According to the passage, 1997 witnessed__________.
A. the largest number of summits on the subject of climate change
B. the most important summit on climate change taking place in Kyoto, Japan
C. the highest attendance by representatives from 180 industrialised countries
D. widespread concern about climate change
6. It can be inferred from the passage that the countries which are mainly responsible for global warming are
__________.
A. countries with the warmest climate B. developing countries
C. developed countries D. the most industrialized countries
7. The word “There” in paragraph 5 refers to __________.
A. the world’s industrialized countries B. regular summits on climate change
C. the most industrialized countries D. the 1997 summit in Kyoto, Japan
Life in the big city is face-paced, fun and exciting. There are countless job opportunities and activities to
occupy your time. However, with the good, there also comes the bad. Although the big city has more job
opportunities; there are also more people competing for a single job. This can make your job search
frustrating. Oddly enough, you will see hundreds, if not thousands of jobs available each week, but you still
might remain unemployed, especially when the economy is down. In addition, the cost of living is typically
higher in big cities, and it can cost you an arm and a leg for a small apartment in a decent area of the city,
not to mention other costs to fulfill your basic demands. Diversity is a good thing, but the amount of people
can be a bit overwhelming if you are not accustomed to it. There will always be crowds and always be
people around. Moreover, traffic can be a nightmare in the big city. It can get so bad that it can turn you into
an evil person. If you hate driving in traffic, then the big city life is not for you. Heavy traffic also
contributes to the pollution, which is one of the biggest disadvantages of living in the city. Obviously, our
health is affected most with certain diseases relating to respiratory system and other body parts. A lot of
premature deaths are supposed to be the result of long-term exposure to small particles. Most importantly,
there is always more crime in a big city, causing you second case your decision for living in a big city. You
are much more likely to be a victim of a crime living in a big city than in a small town.
8. According to the passage, some good things of living in the city are .
A. excellent educational system and recreational activities
B. excellent educational system and countless job opportunities
C. countless job opportunities and activities to occupy your time
D. a lot of kinds of entertainment and shopping centers
9. While big cities have more job opportunities, they also give .
A. more competition for a single job B. higher salary
C. growing economic crisis D. greater chances of being unemployed
10. What does the phrase “cost an arm and a leg” mean?
A. your legs and arms have good value B. cost a small amount of money
C. you must work hard to earn money D. cost a lot of money
11. According to the paragraph, city is not a perfect place for .
A. extroverted people B. introverted people
C. people who hate driving in traffic D. people who prefer a busy life
12. In the big city, people tend to when traffic is getting heavy.
A. go crazy B. get enough time to relax C. wait a bit longer D. slow down
themselves
A big city is full of life. City life is more modern and (13) ______ than elsewhere. It is usually very
busy and noisy, even at night. Life in a big city starts early in the morning. Soon the roads are full of
vehicles. School children in their uniforms can be seen on the pavement, walking or waiting for buses.
People rush to work. With every passing hour, the traffic goes on increasing. The shops and the market
places remain (14) _ADJ_____ till the evening hours. Certainly (15) ______ life has certain charms. It offers
great opportunities and challenges, especially for the young. There are lots of things to do, and facilities are
well developed. There are fabulous places for amusement and recreation. One never feels (16) ______ in a
city.
13. A. noisy B. boring C. fascinating D. peaceful
14. A. crowded B. crowding C. to crowd D. crowdly
15. A. rural B. urban C. mountainous D. remote
16. A. interested B. interesting C. bored D. boring
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
18. B
Kiến thức: Từ vựng
Giải thích:
A. indifference (n): sự thờ ơ B. dedication (n): sự cống hiến
C. loyalty (n): sự trung thành D. reputation (n): danh tiếng
Tạm dịch: Thành công to lớn của Mark Zuckerberg cần rất nhiều công sức và cống hiến.
Chọn B.
19. A
Kiến thức: Cụm động từ
Giải thích:
A. take over: tiếp quản, giành quyền kiểm soát
B. take (sb) on: tuyển dụng, thuê
C. take up: bắt đầu (một môn thể thao, sở thích,… mới)
D. take in: tiếp thu, hiểu
Tạm dịch: Tôi không thể tin rằng cô ấy không làm bất cứ điều gì cho công ty. Tôi sẽ tiếp quản và chịu trách
nhiệm.
Chọn A.
20. B
Kiến thức: Cụm từ / Sự kết hợp từ
Giải thích: make + (adj) + progress + in + O: có tiến bộ trong …
Tạm dịch: Nhờ sự giúp đỡ của cô giáo, em đang có những tiến bộ đáng khích lệ trong môn toán.
Chọn B.
21. C
Giải thích:
A. fertility (n): sự màu mỡ
B. hardship (n): sự khó nhọc, gian khổ
C. poverty (n): sự nghèo đói, thiếu thốn
D. inadequacy (n): sự không đầy đủ, bất cập

=> The poverty of the soil: Đất thiếu chất
Tạm dịch: Đất nghèo dinh dưỡng làm giảm năng suất của trang trại.
Chọn C.
22. A
Kiến thức: Thì quá khứ đơn
Giải thích:
Dấu hiệu: “Last night” (tối qua)
Cách dùng: Thì quá khứ đơn diễn tả hành động đã xảy ra và chấm dứt hoàn toàn trong quá khứ, có thời điểm
xảy ra trong quá khứ, nhấn mạnh đến kết quả của hành động.
Cấu trúc: S + V-ed/V cột 2
Vế sau: you never ______ up => nói về một kết quả đã ở quá khứ, không có ý nhấn mạnh vào sự liên tục
=> loại C, D
Vế đầu: we _______ for you for ages => nói về hành động đã xảy ra và kết thúc trong quá khứ rồi, không
mang hàm ý gì liên quan đến tương lai trong quá khứ => loại B.
Tạm dịch: Tối qua, chúng tôi đã chờ cậu rất rất lâu nhưng mà cậu không đến.
Chọn A.
23. C
Kiến thức: Sự phối hợp thì
Giải thích:
Since + S + V-quá khứ đơn: Kể từ khi ….
Thì quá khứ tiếp diễn diễn tả hành động xảy ra liên tục trong một khoảng thời gian cụ thể ở quá khứ.
Cấu trúc: S + was/were + V-ing
Tạm dịch: Kể từ khi họ nói với chúng tôi là họ sẽ đến thăm chúng tôi vào chủ nhật tuần trước, chúng tôi đã
luôn mong chờ đến ngày ấy.
Chọn C.
24. A
Kiến thức: Ngôn ngữ giao tiếp
Giải thích:
"Chúc cậu may mắn trong kỳ thi nhé!"
- "_________"
A. Cảm ơn cậu! Cậu cũng thế nhé.
B. Ừ. Đó là một cái.
C. Chà, mình sẽ xem.
D. Đừng lo lắng! Mình sẽ ổn thôi.
Phương án A phù hợp với ngữ cảnh nhất.
Chọn A.
25. B
Kiến thức: Thức giả định
Giải thích:
Với một số tính từ: possible, necessary,… đi với cấu trúc: S + be + adj + that + S + V-nguyên thể.
Với động từ tobe, dạng nguyên thể là: be.
Tạm dịch: Cậu có thể đến với chúng mình là điều cần thiết.
Chọn B.
26. C
Kiến thức: Sự kết hợp từ
Giải thích: pose a/adj threat to sth: đe dọa đến cái gì
Tạm dịch: Săn bắt trái phép đang đe dọa nghiêm trọng đến nhiều loài.
Chọn C.
27. C
Kiến thức: Liên từ/Mệnh đề chỉ nguyên nhân
Giải thích:
while: trong khi => thường nối 2 hành động xảy ra song song với nhau
if: nếu => dùng trong câu điều kiện
because: bởi vì => chỉ nguyên nhân
or: hoặc là => chỉ sự lựa chọn
Tạm dịch: Tôi không gặp anh ấy ngay vì anh ấy phải nói chuyện với sếp của mình trước.
Chọn C.
28. D
Kiến thức: Liên từ / Mệnh đề chỉ thời gian
Giải thích:
If: Nếu
Unless = If + S + not: nếu … không …
While: trong khi
After: Sau khi
Tạm dịch: Sau những gì đã xảy ra, tôi nghĩ là cô ấy sẽ không bao giờ trở lại đâu.
Chọn D.
29. B
Kiến thức: Đại từ quan hệ
Giải thích:
Dùng đại từ quan hệ “which” đứng sau dấy phẩy để thay thế cho cả mệnh đề phía trước nó.
Không dùng “that” sau dấu phẩy => loại C
what: cái mà
where: nơi mà
Tạm dịch: Không có nổi một cái ghế cho hiệu trưởng, điều này quả là một vấn đề lớn.
Chọn B.
30. A
Kiến thức: Đại từ quan hệ
Giải thích:
Sau các liên từ “while, after, so” là một mệnh đề (S + V) hoặc một cụm từ (chứ không phải là tobe + tân ngữ).
Dùng đại từ quan hệ “that” để thay thế cho từ chỉ vật / chỉ người phía trước; đóng vai trò chủ ngữ hoặc tân
ngữ.
the board: cái bảng (chỉ vật)
Tạm dịch: Học sinh lau bảng đầy ghi chú và hình vẽ.
Chọn A.
31. C
Giải thích:
A. damages : sự thiệt hại B. failures : sự thất bại
C. shortages : sự thiếu hụt D. supplies: nguồn cung cấp
shortage of sth: sự thiếu về cái gì
Tạm dịch: Dân số quá đông ở các khu vực thành thị có xu hướng tạo ra các điều kiện bất lợi, có thể dẫn đến
tình trạng thiếu lương thực ở các nước đang phát triển.
32. The man got out of the car and _________round to the back and opened the boot
A. was walking B. walked C. walks D. had walked
33. The government urged that people _________ natural resources.
A. waste B. not waste C. be wasted D. will waste
34. Sorry, I didn't answer the phone because I _________ a shower at that time.
35. The doctors recommended that she _________ a holiday
36. It is vital that people _________ to choose where to live
A. allow B. be allowed C. should allow D. not allow
37. Tomorrow, we will take _________ second train from Suzhou to Shanghai, and the following day, we
will fly to _________Beijing.
A. The /x B. The / the C. A / x D. x/ the
38. He _________ his life to young cancer patients who need care and comfort.
A. dedicated B. dedication C. dedicating D. dedicate
39. It’s not easy to build a good _________, but it’s even more difficult to protect it.
A. urbanisation B. generosity C. dedication D. reputation
40. He has the _________ face and skin of an old farmer.
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of
41. Ideally, I'd like to work at home but there is no way my boss agrees with that.
ideally (adv): một cách lý tưởng, tốt nhất là
A. Generally (adv): Nói chung
B. Luckily (adv): May mắn là
C. Preferably (adv): Tốt nhất
D. Fortunately (adv): May mắn thay
=> Ideally = Preferably

42. Scientists are trying to find energy that consumes less fuel.
A. waste (v): lãng phí B. destroy (v): phá hủy
C. eat up (v): dùng số lượng lớn, ăn hết D. use (v): sử dụng, dùng
=> consume = use
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each
of the following questions.
43. This boy is poorly-educated and doesn't know how to behave properly.
A. uneducated B. knowledgeable C. ignorant D. rude
poorly-educated (adj): không được giáo dục, vô học
A. uneducated (adj): không được giáo dục
B. knowledgeable (adj): có hiểu biết
C. ignorant (adj): ngu dốt, vô học
D. rude (adj): thô lỗ
=> poorly-educated >< knowledgeable
44. Unemployment is a massive problem for the government at the moment.

massive (adj): to lớn
A. main (adj): chính, trọng yếu B. major (adj): chính, lớn
C. minor (adj): nhỏ D. primary (adj): chính, căn bản
=> massive >< minor
45. A. cooks/s/ B. endings /z/ C. dates D. photographs
46. A. decided /id/ B. obliged /d/ C. amazed D. determined
47. While I was watching TV last night, a mouse was running across the floor
A. was watching B. a C. was running-ran D. the
48. I think this is the worst idea you have ever had. We need to find the better way to do this.
A. the B. have ever had C. to find D. the better way- a
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of
sentences in the following questions.
49. Mai gets up early. She wants to do morning exercises.

A. Mai gets up early in order do morning exercises.
B. Mai gets up early so that she can do morning exercises.
C. Mai gets up early so that she could do morning exercises.
D. Mai gets up early so as not to do morning exercises.
50. I met her during my stay in Paris last summer.
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Question 1: A. asked B. shopped C. confessed/t/ D. believed/d/
Question 2: A. sanitation B. dedication
C. urbanisation /ˌɜːbənaɪˈzeɪʃn/ D. determined/dɪˈtɜːmɪn/
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position primary
stress in each of the following questions.
Question 3: A. asthma /ˈæsmə/ B. pathway C. effect /ɪˈfekt/ D. clutter /ˈklʌtə(r)/
Question 4: A. vital /ˈvaɪtl/ B. urban C. crucial D. request /rɪˈkwest/
questions.
Question 7: As I ________ the glass, it suddenly _________ into two pieces.
Question 9: I have visited __________Portugal but I have never been to __________Netherlands.
A. the – the B. Ø - the C. a – the D. a - a
Question 14: It is desirable that the hotel manager ____ to call the maintenance staff every 6 months to
clean up the air conditioners.
A. remember B. will remember C. remembers D. must remember
Question 15: My friend eventually decided to quit her job, _______ upset me a lot.
A. that B. whose C. which D. who
Question 16: I tried my best in the final test, ________ the result was not as good as I expected.
A. but B. so C. for D. or
Question 19: Using _________resources is the best option for preventing the depletion of fossil-based
resources
A. valuable B. fossil C. renewable D. nonrenewable
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in
Question 20: Everyone respected Nguyen Trai who had a career as a skilled strategist and prominent
scholar.
A.looked after B.looked up C. looked up to D. looked at
Question 21: Urbanization brings with it several consequences - both adverse and beneficial.
A. negative B. favorable C. advantageous D. preferential
Mark the letter A,B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in
Question 22: Scientists are experimenting on ways to dispose of waste safely.
A. eliminate B. conserve C. deal with D. get used to
- (conserve” là bảo tồn, trái nghĩa với "dispose of" là tiêu hủy, xử lý)
Question 23: She is a very generous old woman. She has given most of her wealth to a charity
organization.
A. mean B. amicable thân mật, thân tình C. kind D. hospitable
Question 24: While I did my homework, a new idea came up with me.
A. did → WAS DOING B. my homework C. a D. with
Question 25: Do you think Cuc Phuong is a first national park to be established in Vietnam?
A. is B. a → THE C. established D. in
Question 26: Some farmers still use old diesel trucks despite they are aware of their high exhaust
emissions.
A. diesel B. despite→ ALTHOUGH C. of D. exhaust
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best completes each of the
following exchanges.
Question 27: Jenny: "I think higher living standard is one of the reasons that many people want to be a city
dweller."
Mark: “____”
A. I couldn't agree more. B. It's nice of you to say so.
C. That's quite all right D. Why not?
Question 28: Nam: “Do you do anything to protect the environment?”
Lan: “______________”
A. I refuse to use plastic bags and try to recycle as much as possible.
B. I use a lot of plastic bags and containers to save the environment.
C. I'm not interested in the subject of environment.
D. I don't want to change my lifestyle.
The burning of (29)____________ like coal, oil and natural gas emit greenhouse gases. That is why
environmentalists insist that we (30)___Vo_________ clean, renewable energy sources. Wave energy,
produced by ocean surface waves, is both eco-friendly and cost-efficient. Research has suggested that ocean
wave power could make a major contribution (31)____________the world's energy resources. Scientists
claim that using 1% of wave energy can provide the equivalent of 500 times the world energy
(32)____________. With 70% of the earth's surface covered with water, wave energy is undoubtedly a
valuable source of (33)____________ energy.
(Adapted from Student’s Book 1- English 12)

Question 32: A. consumption B. consume
C. consumptive D. consumptively
Unlike life in the countryside which is often considered to be simple and traditional, life in the city is
modern and complicated. People, from different regions, move to the cities in the hope of having a better
life for them and their children. The inhabitants in city work as secretaries, businessmen, teachers,
government workers, factory workers and even street vendors or construction workers.
The high cost of living requires city dwellers, especially someone with low income, to work harder or to
take a part-time job. For many people, an ordinary day starts as usual by getting up in the early morning to
do exercise in public parks, preparing for a full day of working and studying, then travelling along crowed
boulevards or narrow streets filled with motor scooters and returning home after a busy day. They usually
live in large houses, or high-rise apartment blocks or even in a small rental room equipped with modem
facilities, like the Internet, telephone, television, and so on. Industrialization and modernization as well as
global integration have big impact on lifestyle in the cities. The most noticeable impact is the Western style
of clothes. The “ao dai” - Vietnamese traditional clothes are no longer regularly worn in Vietnamese
women’s daily life. Instead, jeans, T-shirts and fashionable clothes are widely preferred.
(Source: Vietnam Insights)
Question 34: The most important reason why people move to the city is that _______ .
A. to look for a complicated life B. to take part-time jobs
C. to have busy days D. to look for a better life
Question 35: According to the passage, the city life can offer city dwellers all of the following things
EXCEPT______
A. the Internet B. friendly communication with neighbours
C. a variety of jobs in different fields D. modern facilities
Question 36: Industrialization and modernization may lead to _____ .
A. the fact that women no longer wear ao dai B. the disappearance of Western-styled clothes
C. some changes in lifestyles D. global integration
Question 37: The word “impact” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to ______ .
A. force B. action C. situation D. effect
Question 38: We can infer from the passage that_____________
A. there is a big gap between the rich and the poor in the city
B. people do morning exercise in public parks because they have much free time
C. people leave the countryside because life there is simple
D. most of the urban dwellers have low income
One of the most interesting authors of the twentieth century, J.R.R Tolkien, achieved fame through his
highly inventive trilogy, 'The Lord of the Rings'. Born in 1892, Tolkien received his education from
Oxford and then served in World War I. After the war, he became a professor of Anglo Saxon and English
language and literature at Oxford University. Although published in 1965, the three books that comprise
'The Lord of the Rings' were written in intervals from 1936 to 1949. This was mainly due to Tolkien's
responsibilities as a professor and the outbreak of World War II. By the late 1960s, this fascinating trilogy
had become a sociological phenomenon as young people intently studied the mythology and legends
created by Tolkien.
The trilogy is remarkable not only for its highly developed account of historical fiction but also its success
as a modern heroic epic. The main plot describes the struggle between good and evil kingdom as they try to
acquire a magic ring that has the power to rule the world. The novels, which are set in a time called Middle
Earth, describe a detailed fantasy world. Established before humans populated the Earth, Middle Earth was
inhabited by good and evil creatures such as hobbits, elves, monsters, wizards, and some humans. The
characters and the setting of Middle Earth were modeled after mythological stories from Greece and
Northern Europe.
Although readers have scrutinized the texts for inner meaning and have tried to connect the trilogy with
Tolkien's real life experiences in England during World War II, he denied the connection. He claims that
the story began in his years as an undergraduate student and grew out of his desire to create mythology and
legends about elves and their language. Tolkien was a masterful fantasy novelist who used his extensive
knowledge of folklore to create a body of work that is still read and enjoyed throughout the world today.
Question 39: What does this paragraph mainly discuss?
A. J.R.R Tolkien and his triology B. J.R.R Tolkien's work as a professor.
C. The popularity of J.R.R Tolkien D. All of J.R.R Tolkien's fantasy books
Question 40: The word "fascinating" in the second paragaraph could be replaced by .
A. thrilling B. terrifying C. boring D. extremely interesting
Question 41: According to the passage, when did "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy become popular with
young people?
A. After World War II B. In the late 1960s
C. Between 1936 and 1946 D. In 1892
Question 42: What can we assume is NOT true about Middle Earth?
A. Middle Earth was a fictional world.
B. The good and evil kingdom fought for the power.
C. Middle Earth was based on European folktales.
D. People dominated Middle Earth.
Question 43: What is the setting of Tolkien's trilogy?
A. Modern-day Greece B. England in the 1800's
C. Oxford University D. Middle Earth
Question 44: The word "scrutinized" in the fourth paragraph could be replaced by .
A. examined B. denied C. criticized D. enjoyed
Question 45: When did Tolkien begin to create this trilogy?
A. When he was a student B. When he was a professor.
C. During World War II D. During World War I.
Question 46: The phone call interrupted my breakfast.
A. I had breakfast while the phone was ringing
B. I was having breakfast when there was a phone call
C. When the phone was ringing, I had breakfast
D. While I was having breakfast, there was being a phone call
Question 47: To protect the environment, we should plant more trees.
A. It is suggested that more trees be planted to protect the environment
B. We are suggested plant more trees to protect the environment
C. It is suggested we should be planted more trees to protect the environment.
D. People suggested that planting more trees to protect the environment
Question 48: When they arrived, the good seats were already taken
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the
Question 49: Levels of soot pollution increase. Black carbon particles are released into the air.
A. Levels of soot pollution increase, so black carbon particles are released into the air.
B. Although levels of soot pollution increase, black carbon particles are released into the air.
C. Levels of soot pollution increase when black carbon particles are released into the air.
D. Because levels of soot pollution increase, black carbon particles are released into the air.
Question 50: We should all adopt a green lifestyle. We will help conserve our natural resources.
A. If we all adopted a green lifestyle, we would help conserve our natural resources.
B. We can help conserve our natural resources if we will all adopt a green lifestyle,
C. If we help conserve our natural resources. we would all adopt a green lifestyle,
D. If we all adopt a green lifestyle, we will help conserve our natural resources.
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Question 1: A. welcomed B. introduced C. developed D. influenced
Question 2: A. ancient B. educate C. stranger D. transfer
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three
in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions.
Question 3:. A. promote B. service C. arrange D. decide
Question 4:. A. estimate B. prestigious C. proportion D. urbanity
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Question 5:. I tried my best in the final test, ________ the result was not as good as I expected.
A. but B. so C. for D. and
Question 6:. It’s important that he _________ to take her medicine twice a day
A. remember B. remembering C. to remember D. remembered
Question 7:. The monk insisted that the tourists _________ the temple until they had removed their shoes.
A. not entering B. not to enter C. not enter D. entered
Question 8:. I told Mom we would be _______ home in _______ hour or so.
A. the / Ø B. a / the C. Ø / an D. the / a
Question 9: I have a new boyfriend, __________ make my mother sad.
A. who B. that C. which D. whom
Question 10: When Carol called last night, I ______ my favorite show on television.
A. watched B. have watched C. was watching D. had watched
Question 11: Sorry, I didn't answer the phone because I _________ a shower at that time.
Question 12: It is essential that Alice __________ about her responsibilities in the meeting tomorrow.
A. must remind B. will be reminded C. reminds D. be reminded
Question 13: The map of top ten most densely ________countries in the world includes Monaco,
Singapore, Bahrain, Malta and Bangladesh.
A. populated B. populating C. population D. popular
Question 14: Employees are supplied with reusable coffee cups ____________ they will use fewer
disposable cups.
A. although B. but C. when D. so that
Question 15: Overpopulation in urban areas tends to create unfavourable conditions, which may result in
_________ of food in developing countries.
Question 16: Housework is less tiring and boring thanks to the invention of _______ devices.
A. labor-saving B. environment-friendly
C. pollution-free D. time-consuming
Question 17: We will help conserve our natural resources _________ we all adopt a green lifestyle.
A. because B. but C. if D. and
Question 18: ________ abroad much when you were a child?
A. Do you travel B. Are you travelling
C. Did you travel D. Were you travelling
Question 19: Jim was very untidy. He ______________ his things all over the place.
A. always leaves B. was always leaving
C. always left D. has always left
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in
Question 20: He is famous for his generosity. He is known to hand out lots of money to the poor every
year.
A. donate B. assist C. invest D. give a hand
Question 21: She was brought up in a well-off family. She can't understand the problems we are facing.
A. broke B. poor C. wealthy D. kind
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in
Question 22: Rural people usually become less conservative when they move to live in big cities.
A. rude B. strict C. narrow-minded D. progressive
Question 23: There are down-market product available for low-income inhabitants
A. bad-quality B. economic C. expensive D. cheap
Question 24: Because of severe asthma attacks, the doctor suggested his patient to stop smoking.
A. Because of B. attacks C. suggested D. to stop
Question 25: Last month, while my friend was traveling round England by the car, he crashed the car into
a tree.
A. was traveling B. the C. crashed D. a
Question 26: She was walking to the library to borrow some books when she was seeing a robbery.
A. was walking B. the C. some D. was seeing
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best completes each of the
following exchanges
Question 27: Tom and Jenny are talking about their plan this summer holiday.
- Tom: “____________.” - Jenny: "That's a good idea."
A. Why not take a trip to the Citadel in Hue this summer holiday?
B. What happened to the Citadel in Hue after the storm?
C. Have you heard about the Citadel in Hue?
D. How can we book a tour to the Citadel in Hue this summer holiday?
Question 28: Lucy is talking to Huong, her Vietnamese friend, about air pollution in Hanoi.
- Lucy: “Is there anything we can do about the toxic air pollution in Hanoi recently?”
- Huong: “_______ but the only thing we can do is to avoid outdoors and wear masks.”
A. You’re telling me B. I don’t think I know the answer
C. I would say yes D. That’s easy
The burning of (29)_________ like coal, oil and natural gas emit greenhouse gases. That is why
environmentalists insist that we (30)_________ clean, renewable energy sources. Wave energy, produced by
ocean surface waves, is both eco-friendly and cost-efficient. Research has suggested that ocean wave power
could make a major contribution (31)_______the world's energy resources. Scientists claim that using 1% of
wave energy can provide the equivalent of 500 times the world energy (32)________. With 70% of the
earth's surface covered with water, wave energy is undoubtedly a valuable source of (33)_______energy.
Question 32: A. consumption B. consume C. consumptive D. consumptively
answer to each of the questions.
Urbanization degrades the environment, according to conventional wisdom. This view has led many
developing countries to limit rural - urban migration and curb urban expansion. But this view is incorrect.
There are a number of reasons urbanization can be good for the environment, if managed properly.
First, urbanization brings higher productivity because of its positive externalities and economies of
scale. Asian urban productivity is more than 5.5 times that of rural areas. The same output can be produced
using fewer resources with urban agglomeration than without. In this sense, urbanization reduces the
ecological footprint. The service sector requires urbanization because it needs a concentration of clients. As
services generally pollute less than manufacturing, this aspect of urbanization is also beneficial to the
environment.
Second, for any given population, the high urban density is benign for the environment. The urban
economics literature shows that compactness is a key determinant of energy use. High density can make
public transport more viable and reduce the length of trips. Urban living encourages walking and cycling
rather than driving. Third, environment-friendly infrastructure and public services such as piped water,
sanitation, and waste management are much easier and more economical to construct, maintain, and operate
in an urban setting. Urbanization allows more people to have access to environment-friendly facilities ‘and
services at affordable prices.
Fourth, urbanization drives innovation, including green technologies. In the long term, environment-
friendly equipment, machines, vehicles, and utilities will determine the future of the green economy. Green
innovations in Asia's cities will be supported by the region's vast market as the billions of people who will
be buying energy-efficient products will create opportunities and incentives for entrepreneurs to invest in
developing such products. Finally, the higher standard of living associated with urbanization provides
people with better food, education, housing, and health care. Urban growth generates revenues that fund
infrastructure projects, reducing congestion and improving public health. Urbanization fosters a pro-
environment stance among property owners and the middle class, which is crucial for the introduction and
enforcement of environmental laws and regulations.
Of course, urbanization also comes with costs. Millions of people are migrating to Asian cities and
companies are locating there to employ them. Urban sprawl and industrial activities, such as power
generation, transportation, construction, garbage and waste disposal, harm the environment. An assessment
of the impact of urbanization on the environment must balance its benign and adverse effects.
(Source: https://www.asiapathways-adbi.org/)
Question 34: Which best serves as the title for the passage?
A. Urban sprawl brings challenges.
B. Five things to do in the age of urbanization.
C. Urbanization might actually do some good.
D. Driving force behind urbanization.
Question 35: The word “footprint” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to ______.
A. area B. damage C. mark D. limit
Question 36: According to paragraph 3, through which can the optimization of power be achieved?
A. High-powered public transport.
B. The awareness of commuters
C. Interconnected relationships of townspeople
D. The proximity of places in cities.
Question 37: According to paragraph 4, why is the promotion of an environmentally friendly attitude
necessary?
A. So that the government will not need a forceful means of regulation
B. It is conducive to the later intervention of legal rules.
C. Urbanization cannot proceed further without the consideration for nature.
D. Due to the conscience of the affluent
Question 38: Which of the following statements is TRUE, according to the passage?
A. The service industry does more harm than good.
B. The term urbanization refers to when the lifestyle that is common in a city becomes prevalent
C. Visionary technologies can ensure environmentally sustainable development.
D. The detrimental effects of urbanization on the environment cannot be reversed.
Question 39: The word “them” in paragraph 5 refers to _____.
A. migrants B. Asian cities C. costs D. clients
Question 40: Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?
A. Urbanization will not take its course for the better.
B. We can look forward to a green society in a not-so-distant future.
C. There are not enough countermeasures for the negative effects of urbanization.
D. Everyone has been mistaken about the urbanization.
South Africans and people from all over the world are mourning the death of Nelson Mandela. In South
Africa, thousands of people gathered in Johannesburg and Soweto to say goodbye to their country's first
ever-black president. They danced, sang, cried and prayed for the man they loved. Mr. Mandela died aged
95 on Thursday after months of illness. South Africa's President Jacob Zuma broke the news of Mr.
Mandela's death in a late-night speech on TV. Mr. Zuma said, "Our nation has lost its greatest son." Mr.
Mandela spent most of his life campaigning for equal rights in South Africa. He spent 27 years in jail
before becoming South Africa's president in 1994. Leaders from all over the world heaped praise on Mr.
Mandela. His long-time friend Archbishop Desmond Tutu said: "God was so good to us in South Africa by
giving us Nelson Mandela." US President Barack Obama said, "He achieved more than could be expected of
any man. Today, he has gone home." UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon called him "a giant for justice and
a down-to-earth human inspiration". He added, "Nelson Mandela showed what is possible for our world and
within each one of us if we believe, dream and work together for justice and humanity." British Prime
Minister David Cameron tweeted: "Nelson Mandela was a hero of our time. A great light has gone out in the
world."
(Adapted from http://www.breakingnewsenglish.com)
Question 41: What did people do besides dance, sing and cry?
A. tweeted B. prayed C. sat D. talked
Question 42: Who told the world first about Nelson Mandela's death?
A. The UN Secretary-General B. Barack Obama
C. Mr. Mandela's wife D. South Africa's president
Question 43: The word “campaigning” is closest in meaning to _________
A. fighting B. joining C. hoping D. winning
Question 44: What did Nelson Mandela dedicate his life to?
A. South Africans people from all over the world
B. campaigning for equal rights in South Africa
C. a giant for justice and a down-to-earth human inspiration
D. dream and work together for justice and humanity
Question 45: What did Ban Ki-moon say Nelson Mandela showed us?
A. justice B. what is possible C. equal rights D. down to earth
Question 46: When the class was over, the students ran out, screamed and shouted.
A. As long as the class finished, the students ran out, screamed and shouted.
B. No sooner was the class over; the students ran out, screamed and shouted.
C. As soon as the class had finished, the students ran out, screamed and shouted.
D. If the class was over, the students would run out, scream and shout.
Question 47: He bought her flowers and diamond rings. This action made her fall in love with him.
A. He bought her flowers and diamond rings, what made her fall in love with him.
B. He bought her flowers and diamond rings, that made her fall in love with him.
C. He bought her flowers and diamond rings, which made her fall in love with him.
D. He bought her flowers and diamond rings why made her fall in love with him.
Question 48: It was raining heavily. The game was cancelled.
Question 49: I met her during my stay in Paris last summer.
Question 50: I was advised to take five courses by my advisor.
A. If I were my advisor, I would not take five courses.
B. My advisor should help me take five courses.
C. My advisor recommended that I took five courses.
D. My advisor recommended that I take five courses.
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ĐỀ KIỂM TRA GIỮA KÌ I- TIẾNG ANH 12 (1)

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A. cities offer sufficient employment opportunities for migrants

ĐỀ KIỂM TRA GIỮA KÌ I- TIẾNG ANH 12 (2)

ĐỀ KIỂM TRA GIỮA KÌ I- TIẾNG ANH 12 (3)

A. populated B. populating C. population D. popular

A. that B. and C. so D. while

C. overlooked : bỏ qua D. rejected : từ chối

=> inspired = motivated

A. inspirational (adj): có tính truyền cảm hứng, gây cảm hứng

B. boring (adj): nhàm chán

C. unexciting (adj): không thú vị, không hứng thú

D. universal (adj): phổ biến, chung

=> thought-provoking = inspirational

A. foreigners : người nước ngoài B. landlord : chủ đất

C. newcomer : người mới đến D. dwellers : cư dân

=> inhabitants = dwellers

C. poison (n): chất độc D. pollutant (n): chất ô nhiễm

=> emission = release

A. comprehensible (adj): có thể hiểu được B. difficult (adj): khó

=> challenging >< uncomplicated

A. approve (v): chấp thuận B. recommend (v): gợi ý, giới thiệu

C. reject (v): từ chối, bác bỏ D. suggest (v): gợi ý, đề nghị

=> propose >< reject

21. She stays incredibly focused and is never distracted by others.

=> distracted >< concentrated

22. She comes from an admirable and respectable family.

C. unworthy (adj): không đáng D. dignified (adj):

=> respectable (adj): đoan trang, đáng kính >< unworthy

not only … but also … : không những … mà còn …

trọng âm với những từ có 2 âm tiết:

38. A. newspaper /ˈnjuːzpeɪpə(r)/ B. smartphone (n) /ˈsmɑːtfəʊn/

trọng âm với những từ có 2 âm tiết:

- Đa số động từ: trọng âm rơi vào âm tiết 2

39. A. computer /kəmˈpjuːtə(r)/ B. technology /tekˈnɒlədʒi/

40. A. networking /ˈnetwɜːkɪŋ/ B. television /ˈtelɪvɪʒn/

Question 44. What does the passage primarily discuss?

ĐỀ KIỂM TRA GIỮA KÌ I (5)

(Adapted from Student’s Book 1- English 12)

Question 39: A. alternative energy B. fossil fuels C. gas D. energy production

50. She has not seen him for two years.

ĐỀ KIỂM TRA GIỮA KÌ I (6)

C. loyalty (n): sự trung thành D. reputation (n): danh tiếng

B. take (sb) on: tuyển dụng, thuê

D. take in: tiếp thu, hiểu

B. hardship (n): sự khó nhọc, gian khổ

C. poverty (n): sự nghèo đói, thiếu thốn

D. inadequacy (n): sự không đầy đủ, bất cập

Cấu trúc: S + V-ed/V cột 2

Cấu trúc: S + was/were + V-ing

A. Cảm ơn cậu! Cậu cũng thế nhé.

C. Chà, mình sẽ xem.

D. Đừng lo lắng! Mình sẽ ổn thôi.

Phương án A phù hợp với ngữ cảnh nhất.

Với động từ tobe, dạng nguyên thể là: be.

if: nếu => dùng trong câu điều kiện

because: bởi vì => chỉ nguyên nhân

or: hoặc là => chỉ sự lựa chọn

Unless = If + S + not: nếu … không …

While: trong khi

After: Sau khi

Không dùng “that” sau dấu phẩy => loại C