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I. Mark letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from
that of the others in each group
1. A. cough B. laugh C. tough D. thought
2. A. creation B. decision C. immersion D. translation

II. Mark letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word whose main stress position is placed differently from
that of the others in each group
3. A. pesticide B. electric C. pollution D. consumer
4. A. correspond B. department C. occasion D. embroider

III. Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word OPPOSTE in meaning to the underlined word in
the following question
5. The spoken language differs considerably from the written language.
A. very little B. a lot C. greatly D. similarly
6. In some Western cultures, people who avoid eye contact in a conversation are regarded as
untrustworthy.
A. suspicious B. reliable C. quiet D. embarrassed

IV. Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word in
the following question
7. The bomb exploded in the garage; fortunately no one hurt.
A. kept up B. put on C. got out D. went off
8. It’s extremely rude not to say “Thank you” when you are given something.
A. impolite B. careless C. embarrassing D. casual

V. Mark letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct word or phrase to complete each of the following
sentences
9. - Who's the most famous person you've ever interviewed on TV?
A. beautiful B. well-known C. gorgeous D. lovely
10. Villagers are more kind, friendly and warm-hearted than city _____.
A. foreigners B. dwellers C. beginners D. mover
11. If you want to join our excursion next weekend, you must get your parents’_____.
A. permissive B. Permissible C. permission D. permit
12. I’m very careful about what I eat so it’s only _______ I eat fast food.
A. the sky’s the limit B. once in a blue moon
C. out of this world D. over the moon
13. - “We appreciate your contribution to the success of our project.”
- “______”
A. It pleased me. B. It was my pleasure.
C. That’s alright. D. You can say that again.
14. Carlos: Would you like to join us on the trip to La Khe Silk Village?
Tyler: ______
A. Sounds great. B. For now.
C. Better things happened. D. I don’t think so.
15. ______ being late, she was punished.
A. Despite B. Because C. In spite of D. Because of
16.Mexico City, is the capital of Mexico, is a cosmopolitan city.
A. what B. that C. where D. which
17. I ______ my homework as soon as I come home.
A. is finishing B. will finish C. finish D. have finished
18. She remembered ______ that woman last month.
A. to see B. seeing C. of seeing D. have seen
19. Let me congratulate you ______ passing the examination.
A. to B. on C. for D. at
20. The trip to the National Gallery has been _____ until next Friday.
A. put off B. put of C. put from D. put to

VI. Mark letter A, B, C or D to indicate the part that is incorrect in each of the following sentences
21. The cooker who is in the kitchen doesn’t work anymore.
A. anymore B. doesn’t C. in D. who
22. Water has been vital to the development and survivor of civilization.
A. development B. has been C. to D. survivor

VII. Read the following passage and mark letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct word that best
completes each of the blanks
There are many embroidery villages in Viet Nam, but Quat Dong village in Ha Noi is widely known
for its high quality embroidery products. (23) ______ has been developing around here since the 17 th
century. In the past, local skilled (24) ______ were chosen to make sophisticated embroidered costumes for
the Vietnamese King, Queen and other Royal family members. The first man who taught the local people
how to embroider was Dr. Le Cong Hanh, who lived during the Le dynasty. He learned how to embroider
while on a trip to China as an envoy, and taught the villagers of Quat Dong upon his return. (25) ______
these skills eventually spread across the country, the Quat Dong’s artisans’ creations are still the most (26)
______. In order to create beautiful embroideries, an artisan must be patient, careful and have an eye for
design, along with clever hands. (27) ______, Quat Dong products may range from clothes, bags,
pillowcases, to paintings and decorations, which are exported to many countries.
23. A. sculpture B. embroidery C. knitting D. carving
24. A. craftmen B. handicraft C. workers D. artisans
25. A. therefore B. because C. Although D. despite
26. A. comfortable B. recognition C. appreciated D. convenient
27. A. Finally B. Traditionally C. Gradually D. Eventually

VIII. Read the following passage and mark letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each
of the questions
Over the last century, there have been many significant changes in the way we live. Obviously, it is
difficult to compare the life of ancient people and the life of the people living in the twenty-first century
because so many changes have occurred. Even the changes that have occurred over the last ten years are
amazing.
To start with, in the past people had to work harder as they did not have tools and machines to make
their work easier. Today, most of the difficult and dangerous work is done by computers and other powerful
machines. In the past living conditions were not as comfortable as they are now. Besides, many people could
not afford household appliances like a fridge or a vacuum cleaner because those used to be luxurious goods.
Another difference between living now and in the past is the fact that nowadays education is accessible to
everyone. In the past men were mainly the only ones educated and women were not allowed into public or
private schools. Besides, nowadays it is much easier to find the educational materials and the information
you need – thanks to the Internet. We are able to speak to a friend who is on the other corner of the world
because we are connected 24/7. All things considered, it is an obvious conclusion that life has changed
significantly during the course of history. In some ways, it is definitely easier to live in the present. The
standard of living has definitely improved but it can be discussed whether the quality of our lives is also
better.
28. What has happened to the standard of living?
A. Changes in the standard of living have been invisible.
B. The standard of living has become better.
C. It has been safer.
D. Everything has been much easier.
29. Acording to the passage all of the following are true EXCEPT______.
A. We can use the internet to communicate with people around the world.
B. Technology has made our lives easier.
C. In the past, household appliances were very expensive.
D. Public schools allowed females and males to be educated in the same schools.
30. It is stated in the passage that______.
A. The Internet makes our lives easier at home
B. Powerful machines makes our lives easier at home
C. Household appliances make our lives easier at home
D. Computer makes our lives easier at home
31. Which of the following is the best title for the passage?
A. Economic changes in Vietnam
B. Vietnam’s economy now and 100 years ago
C. Significant changes
D. Life in the past vs life in the present
32. The pronoun “they” in line 8 refers to ______.
A. changes in life
B. people in the past
C. living conditions of modern times
D. computers and other powerful machines

IX. Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the sentence that is CLOSEST in meaning to the given one
33. “It would be a good idea that we should try to get local support for new motorway”, said Joe.
A. Joe suggested that they try to get local support for new motorway.
B. Joe wanted to know why they shouldn’t try getting local support for new motorway.
C. Joe suggested that they try getting local support for new motorway.
D. Joe claimed we should try to get local support for new motorway.
34. Ms. Jane took a taxi but she was late for the international workshop.
A. Ms. Jane was late for the international workshop although taking a taxi.
B. Despite of taking a taxi, Ms. Jane was late for the international workshop.
C. Even though she took a taxi but Ms. Jane was late for the international workshop.
D. Mrs. Jane was late for the international workshop though she took a taxi.
35. I don’t have any money in my pocket so I can’t buy food for breakfast.
A. If I have some money in my pocket, I can buy food for breakfast.
B. If I had some money in my pocket, I couldn’t buy food for breakfast.
C. If I had some money in my pocket, I can buy food for breakfast.
D. If I had some money in my pocket, I could buy food for breakfast.
36. They believe that touching the head of a Buddha statue is a sign of disrespect.
A. Touching the head of a Buddha statue is believed to have been a sign of disrespect.
B. It is believed that touching the head of a Buddha statue is a sign of respect.
C. Touching the head of a Buddha statue is believed to be a sign of disrespect.
D. It was believed that touching the head of a Buddha statue is a sign of disrespect.

X. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the sentence that is best written from the words/ phrases
given
37. Mary / be/ always / afraid / try / anything / new.
A. Mary always is afraid of trying anything new.
B. Mary is always afraid to try anything new.
C. Mary is always afraid that she try anything new.
D. Mary is always afraid trying anything new.
38. When/ I/ a child/ I/ used/ go/ local park/ every/ Sunday afternoon.
A. When I was a child, I used to go to the local park every Saturday afternoon.
B. When I was a child, I used to going to the local park every Saturday afternoon.
C. When I was a child, I was used to go to the local park every Saturday afternoon.
D. When I was a child, I got used to go to the local park every Saturday afternoon.
39. I/ wish/ many/ small children/ learn/ swim.
A. I wish many small children learn to swim.
B. I wish many small children learned to swim.
C. I wish many small children didn’t learn to swim.
D. I wish many small children can learn to swim.
40. earlier/ we/ leave, the/ soon/ we/ arrive.
A. The earlier we leave, the sooner we’ll arrive.
B. The more early we leave, the sooner we’ll arrive.
C. The more we leave early, the more we’ll arrive sooner.
D. The more sooner we arrive, the earlier we leave.
ĐÁP ÁN
1. D
2. B
3. A
4. A
5. A
6. B
7. D
8. A
9. B
10. B
11. C
12. B
13. B
14. A
15. D
16. D
17. B
18. B
19. B
20. A
21. D
22. D
23. B
24. D
25. C
26. C
27. D
28. B
29. D
30. C
31. D
32. C
33. A
34. D
35. D
36. C
37. B
38. A
39. B
40. A