The costs and benefits of global warming will vary greatly from area to area.

For
moderate climate change, the balance can be difficult to assess. But the larger the
change in climate, the more negative the consequences will become. Global
warming will probably make life harder, not easier, for most people. This is mainly
because we have already built enormous infrastructure based on the climate we
now have.
People in some temperate zones may benefit from milder winters, more
abundant rainfall, and expanding crop production zones. But people in other
areas will suffer from increased heat waves, coastal erosion, rising sea level,
more erratic rainfall, and droughts.
The crops, natural vegetation, and domesticated and wild animals (including
seafood) that sustain people in a given area may be unable to adapt to local or
regional changes in climate. The ranges of diseases and insect pests that are
limited by temperature may expand, if other environmental conditions are also
favourable.
In its summary report on the impacts of climate change, the Intergovernmental
Panel on Climate Change stated, "Taken as a whole, the range of published
evidence indicates that the net damage costs of climate change are likely to be
significant and to increase over time.”
Câu 1 What is the main idea of the passage?
A. Environment pollution is real.
B. Reasons why low-lying areas are flooded.
C. Solutions to global warming.
D. Reasons why global warming is a problem
Câu 2 Which of the following is TRUE as the result of global warming?
A. All people suffer from global warming.
B. All people benefit from global warming.
C. Life is more difficult for the majority of people
D. Life is easier for most people.
Câu 3: In paragraph 1, the word “this” refers to _________.
A. harder life as a result of global warming
B. easier life as a result of global warming
C. climate change on global scale
D. flood in low-lying areas
Câu 4 In paragraph 2, the word “erratic” is closest in meaning to ________.
A. predictable
B. unpredictable
C. changeable
D. unchangeable
Câu 5 According to the passage, all of the following are the results of global
warming EXCEPT __________.
A. higher temperature
B. coastal erosion
C. increasing sea level
D. stable rainfall
Câu 6 In paragraph 3, one of the following factors that sustain people in a given
area is NOT TRUE
A. the crops
B. natural vegetatin
C. domesticated and wild animals
D. insects
Câu 7 What may happen to diseases and insect pests as a result of global
warming?
A. They will become extinct.
B. They will increase in number.
C. They will not harm our planet.
D. They will be under good control.
One of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the Great Pyramid of Giza was a
monument of wisdom and prophecy built as a tomb for Pharaoh Cheops in 2720
B.C. Despite its antiquity, certain aspects of its construction makes it one of the
truly wonders of the world. The thirteen- acre structure near the Nile river is a
solid mass of stone blocks covered with limestone. Inside are the number of
hidden passageways and the burial chamber of the Pharaoh. It is the largest single
structure in the world. The four sides of the pyramid are aligned almost exactly on
true north, south, east and west-an incredible engineering feat. The ancient
Egyptians were sun worshippers and great astronomers, so computations for the
Great Pyramid were based on astronomical observations.

Explorations and detailed examinations of the base of the structure reveal many
intersecting lines. Further scientific study indicates that these represent a type of
timeline of events – past, present and future. Many of the events have been
interpreted and found to coincide with known facts of the past. Others
are prophesied for future generations and are currently under investigation.
Many believe that pyramids have supernatural powers and this one is no
exception. Some researchers even associate it with extraterrestrial beings of
ancient past. Was this superstructure made by ordinary beings, or one built by a
race far superior to any known today?
Câu 8 What is the best title for the passage?

A. Symbolism of the Great Pyramid

B. Problems with the Construction of the Great Pyramid

C. Wonders of the Great Pyramid of Giza

D. Exploration of the Burial Chamber of Cheops

Câu 9 When was the Great Pyramid of Giza built?

A. in 2720 B.C

B. in 2721 B.C

C. in 2722 B.C
D. in 2723 B.C

Câu 10 The word "intersecting" in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to

A. crossing

B. aligning

C. observing

D. cutting

Câu 11 What do the intersecting lines in the base symbolize?

A. Architects' plans for the hidden passages.

B. Pathways of the great solar bodies.

C. Astrological computations.

D. Dates of important events taking place throughout time.

Câu 12 The word "prophesied" in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to __.

A. affiliated

B. precipitated

C. terminated

D. foretold

Câu 13 Extraterrestrial beings are ____.

A. very strong workers
B. astronomers in the ancient times
C. researchers in Egyptology
D. living beings from other planets
Câu 14 In paragraph 2, the word "this" is closest in meaning to ___________.
A. pyramids
B. supernatural powers
C. many
D. investigation

Visitors to London are struck by the proud splendour and glamour of one of the
world's oldest capitals, admiring iconic sites like Big Ben, the Palace of
Westminster and Buckingham Palace. However, visitors seeking a glimpse into the
city's everyday life should not miss Portobello Market, which is the most-visited
market in London. This vibrant market has been featured in a number of films,
documentaries and bestselling books, the most famous being the film ''Notting
Hill'' starring Hugh Grant and Julia Roberts, which brought Portobello Market to
the attention of audiences all over the world. Portobello Market is divided into
different sections selling second-hand items, clothing, jewelry, souvenirs and
vegetables. The most sought-after area is devoted to antiques.
Visitors may feel overwhelmed as there are over 1,000 booths manned by antique
dealers from throughout England. It's a great fun to browse through antique
cameras, watches, pottery and paintings that date back 300 years. They are sold
at different prices, so it's possible to find a few good bargains. It seems that both
buyers and sellers look forward to the weekends when they can meet and escape
the city's fast pace at Portobello Market. When tired from exploring the market,
visitors can drop into the nearby food courts to savour an Indian curry, Italian
pizza or sandwiches from Europe. It's a great pleasure to drink a cappuccino while
listening to street performers. These represent the lively fun of Portobello
Market, offering exciting experiences that keep people coming back.
Câu 15 What is the passage mainly about?
A. The film ''Notting Hill''
B. The city of London

C. Portobello Market

D. European cuisine

Câu 16 According to the paragraph 1, The word "which" mostly means

A. Big Ben
B. the Palace of Westminster
C. Buckingham Palace
D. Portobello Market
Câu 17 According to the passage, Portobello Market has been featured in all of the
following EXCEPT
A. films
B. documentaries
C. books
D. songs
Câu 18 When is the best time to be expected by both buyers and sellers?
A. the weekends
B. every Monday
C. every Tuesday
D. every thursday
Câu 19. The word "they" in paragraph 2 refers to
A. prices
B. bargains
C. buyers and sellers
D. weekends
Câu 20 Visitors to the antique area may feel overwhelmed because
A. they can meet all sorts of people from England
B. all the antiques are sold at the same price
C. there are a large number of antique shops there
D. all the antiques are more than 300 years old
Câu 21 The word"savour" in paragraph 2 mostly means
A. see
B. prepare
C. enjoy
D. make