40 CÂU HỎI
Read the following article and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 1 to 6.
Here are some examples that we’ve heard about from (1) _____.
A. emergency centres worldwide
B. emergency worldwide centres
C. centres emergency worldwide
D. worldwide centres emergency
1. “There’s a black cat in my garden. Black cats are such unlucky animals. Can someone please come and take it (2) _____?”
A. away
B. back
C. out
D. down
“There’s a big bright thing in the sky. I’m really (3) _____. I want someone to come and look, please.” (A police car went. It was the moon.)
A. worrying
B. worried
C. worryingly
D. worry
"I’m trying (4) _____ a shop in the town centre and I can’t. I’m so tired that I’m almost in tears.”
A. to finding
B. finding
C. find
D. to find
These calls are amusing to read about, but they can (5) _____ very serious consequences.
A. face
B. bear
C. have
D. take
Perhaps that doesn’t sound like a very long time, but a minute might be critical to other people (6) _____ at the time who really have an emergency.
A. that calls
B. whom call
C. called
D. calling
Read the following travel guide and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 7 to 12.
Follow these tips to help (7) ______ your trip is memorable for all the right reasons.
A. assure
B. ensure
C. insure
D. censure
(8) ______ travelers’ reviews and advice from locals, note down where the best spots are.
A. Instead of
B. In light of
C. In case of
D. In spite of
It’s also helpful to (9) ______ some of the local language before you go.
A. catch up with
B. make for
C. check out
D. pick up
Be (10) ______ when looking at maps and when taking out money to buy things, especially on the street.
A. guarded
B. tactful
C. conscious
D. discreet
After finalizing your (11) ______,...
A. itinerary
B. journey
C. reservation
D. route
..., email a copy to (12) ______ trusted people who can follow your trip.
A. a few
B. few
C. a little
D. little
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the best arrangement of utterances or sentences to make a meaningful exchange or text in each of the following questions from 13 to 17.
a. Mary: What an interesting family history!
b. Mary: How did your aunt learn to cook couscous?
c. Albert: Her great-uncle married a woman from North Africa. That’s where couscous is from. They always ate it on special occasions.
(Adapted from Explore New Worlds)
A. a-b-c
B. b-a-c
C. b-c-a
D. c-a-b
a. Nam: Hmm, do you think we need to have a university degree to pursue a career?
b. Mr Kien: ... So, I’ve talked to you about future job opportunities. Any questions?
c. Nam: But how do you get a job without a degree or any experience? Employers look down on job applicants without a university degree.
d. Mr Kien: Well, it depends on the industry and the field of work that you’re interested in. There’re many jobs that don’t require a university degree.
e. Mr Kien: Not necessarily. You need to show that you’re hard-working and willing to learn. Many companies hire school-leavers and provide on-the-job training.
(Adapted from Global Success)
A. a-d-c-e-b
B. b-a-e-c-d
C. a-e-c-d-b
D. b-a-d-c-e
Hi Inika,
a. Well, since we last met I’ve been working on my new house mostly.
b. Although we’ve spoken to three different builders so far, we haven’t decided which one to hire.
c. We’ve decided to build an extension, so we’ve taken all the measurements and talked to some builders.
d. Sorry to hear you haven’t been feeling well lately, but it’s good that you’ve seen a doctor. I’m sure it’s nothing serious.
e. I’ve been busy with work and Fahim has started a new job, so we haven’t had much spare time, but we’ve spent every spare minute doing jobs in the house and garden.
Anyway, let’s meet up soon. I haven’t seen you in ages.
Hadia.
(Adapted from C21-Smart)
A. a-c-b-d-e
B. e-d-c-b-a
C. c-b-a-e-d
D. d-a-e-c-b
a. I don’t like to have my husband make me coffee in the morning.
b. Actually, we use AI every day at home to get things done, but we are unaware of it.
c. When I’m busy I have it find me a good nearby Japanese restaurant or have it tell me when the next flight to Hà Nội leaves.
d. He never does it the way I like it, but my coffee machine has learned my schedule and makes a fresh cup of coffee for me just the way I like it.
e. I use a smart assistant, like Alexa and Siri, to have my voice commands translated into action.
(Adapted from English Discovery)
A. a-d-b-c-e
B. b-a-d-e-c
C. b-e-c-a-d
D. e-a-d-c-b
a. John Lyne from Britain is perhaps the world’s most unfortunate man.
b. The older he got, the worse things became. He’s been run over, nearly drowned and had a car crash.
c. John’s life has been more accident-filled than one would think possible. But he doesn’t think he’s unlucky.
d. At eighteen months old, he accidentally drank disinfectant and had to have his stomach pumped.
e. As far as he’s concerned, most of his accidents could have ended a lot more seriously, so he may actually be the world’s luckiest man!
(Adapted from Friends Global)
A. a-d-b-c-e
B. a-b-d-c-e
C. a-c-d-b-e
D. a-d-c-b-e
The Centre for Energy and Green Growth Research (CEGR), established in 1998, (18) ______ that aims at promoting sustainable development in Vietnam.
A. at which non-profit research and consulting are held
B. being a non-profit organisation to research and consult
C. is a non-profit research and consulting organisation
D. does research and holds consultations on a non-profit basis
CEGR has been working closely with the government, private sectors and civil societies (19) ______ in Vietnam.
A. on the encouragement of harnessing renewable energy through many initiatives
B. so that they have policies encouraging renewable energy’s consumption promoted
C. to promote policies and initiatives that encourage the growth of renewable energy
D. whose promotion of policies and initiatives deal with renewable energy sources
(20) ______, which outlines key targets for the sector’s growth.
A. Their goal is centred around reducing dependence on fossil fuels
B. This includes the development of a wind power roadmap for Vietnam
C. They have made a move in the right direction towards cleaner energy
D. This encompasses the construction of large-scale solar farms in different regions
(21) ______ sustainable agricultural practices to reduce emissions and improve energy efficiency.
A. Not to mention that CEGR has helped farmers in Vietnam develop
B. Indeed, farmers in Vietnam have received assistance to adopt
C. CEGR has accordingly supported Vietnamese farmers in adopting
D. Furthermore, CEGR has assisted Vietnamese farmers in developing
Its efforts have aided in the increased use of renewable energy sources and the promotion of sustainable development practices, (22) ______ and Vietnam’s economy.
A. all of which are going to be beneficial to the environment in the long run
B. both of which will have long-term benefits for the environment
C. each of which is likely to go a long way to the benefit of the environment
D. among other things, they are to provide lasting benefits for the environment
Which of the following is NOT used to describe Hassan’s physical appear-ance as observed by the narrator?
A. long-haired
B. thin-boned frame
C. Chinese doll face
D. low-set ears
The word ‘curious’ in paragraph 2 could be best replaced by ______.
A. confusing
B. inquisitive
C. odd
D. uncertain
‘those things’ in paragraph 3 refers to ______.
A. flying kites and running kites in winter
B. the activities the narrator and Hassan did together
C. their attempts to overcome their differences
D. the narrator’s impressions of Afghanistan
Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 3?
A. History and religion are complex concepts to grasp.
B. Some differences are almost impossible to erase.
C. Cultural and religious barriers are difficult to break.
D. Time and faith eventually heal all divisions.
The word ‘Dazed’ in paragraph 4 is OPPOSITE in meaning to ______.
A. astonished
B. attentive
C. overjoyed
D. indifferent
Which of the following is TRUE according to the extract?
A. The narrator has a generally negative attitude towards Americans.
B. The narrator does think that he and Hassan had a typical friendship.
C. The narrator and Hassan had a childhood that was similar to Ali and Baba’s.
D. The narrator’s daily experiences during school year were the same as Hassan’s.
In which paragraph does the writer discuss the impact of cultural misunder-standings?
A. Paragraph 5
B. Paragraph 4
C. Paragraph 3
D. Paragraph 2
In how many paragraphs does the writer mention relationships between different social or cultural groups?
A. one
B. two
C. three
D. four
Where in paragraph 1 or paragraph 2 does the following sentence best fit?
These skills go beyond memorising facts and figures.
A. [I]
B. [II]
C. [III]
D. [IV]
The word ‘their’ in paragraph 2 refers to ______.
A. mentors
B. peers
C. experts
D. people students need to seek out
The word ‘tailor’ in paragraph 2 could be best replaced by ______.
A. imitate
B. modify
C. reflect
D. develop
According to paragraph 2, which of the following is NOT among the three steps of summarising and reflective thinking?
A. figure out a text’s main ideas
B. find ways to apply new knowledge
C. condense information learned
D. create one’s own learning style
Which of the following best summarises paragraph 2?
A. Lifelong learning involves learning from others and applying both direct copying and personalized strategies.
B. Students must summarise information and reflect on their learning to ensure they do not copy others’ approaches.
C. Reflecting on past experiences and seeking mentorship are more valuable than learning independently from resources.
D. Two key lifelong learning skills are summarizing information and reflecting on learning while adapting others’ methods to suit individual needs.
The phrase ‘open doors’ in paragraph 3 is OPPOSITE in meaning to ______.
A. hinder creativity
B. block opportunities
C. limit exposure
D. provide access
Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?
A. Students won’t thrive academically unless they adopt all five skills discussed.
B. Extensive reading guarantees students will fully understand all subjects.
C. Extensive reading broadens students’ understanding of materials.
D. Digital tools will eventually replace traditional learning methods.
Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 4?
A. Reading various genres encourages students to think creatively and make connections across ideas.
B. By reading multiple genres, students become more curious and develop the ability to memorize new ideas.
C. Students need to read a variety of genres to satisfy their curiosity and learn to compare texts effectively.
D. Reading extensively can help students improve their reading skills by using new ideas creatively.
Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?
A. Lifelong learners must depend on others to build up their knowledge.
B. Every student has a unique learning style, such as visual or hands-on methods.
C. Reflective thinking should be given more focus than acquiring new knowledge.
D. Students who avoid technology will struggle to keep up with modern education.
Which of the following best summarises the passage?
A. To succeed in education, students must develop skills such as summarizing, reflecting, reading extensively, and using new technologies.
B. Personalizing learning methods is the key takeaway, as students need to follow strategies from mentors while reflecting on past experiences.
C. The main focus of lifelong learning is encouraging students to read more and engage with online learning platforms effectively.
D. Lifelong learning requires students to consult mentors, think about previous experiences, and adopt new technologies.