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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.
1. A. wisely B. width C. wisdom D. confident
2. A. possession B. discussion C. profession D. decision
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.
3. A. ‘attitude B. ‘argument C. ‘relevant D. a’ssistant
4. A. in’teract B. ‘concentrate C. ‘counsellor D. ‘influence
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.
5. It is said that Einstein felt very badly about the application of his theories to the creation of
A Verb B C  bad D
weapons of war.
6. The plants that they belong to the family of ferns are quite varies in their size and structure.
A B C D
7. Regardless of your teaching method, the objective (=mục đích) of any conversation class
should be for
A B C
the students to practise speaking words.
D  SPOKEN WORDS, SPEAKING
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of
the following questions.
8. My aunt is a wildlife photographer. She ________ in Uganda for many years.
A. has been living B. is living C. will live D. lives
9. At first she was trained to be ________ scriptwriter, but later she worked as _____ secretary.
JOB  DÙNG “A” HOẶC “AN”
A. the - a B. a - a C. the - the D. a - the
10. Mr. Barry oversaw the development of the Nissan Building ________ its initial stages to its
Completion (=HOÀN THÀNH).
A. of B. to C. from D. about
11. They were such difficult tests________.
A. so I couldn’t finish them B. that I couldn’t finish
C. that I couldn’t finish them D. for me to finish
12. ________ to Jim myself, I can’t really tell you why he would say such terrible things.
A. Not to be speaking B. Because of not speaking
C. Not to have spoken D. Not having spoken
13. Potassium (KALI) has a valence of positive one because it usually loses one electron when
V ________ with other elements. COMBINE: KẾT HỢP
A. does it combine B. it combines
C. it combining D. combination (NOUN) SỰ KẾT HỢP
14. Children younger than 5 years old are ________ free to festival events.
A. admit B. admitted C. admission D. admittedly
15. My mother ________ me against staying up late night after night to prepare for exams.
A. recommended GỢI Ý B. encouraged KHUYẾN KHÍCH C. warned: CẢNH BÁO
D. claimed: ĐẠT ĐƯỢC
16. The computer has had an enormous ________ on the way we work.
A. change B. alteration: BIẾN ĐỔI (=CHANGE) C. influence: ẢNH
HƯỞNG: AFFECT D. impression: ẤN TƯỢNG
17. Our last hopes would ________ all probability evaporate(=TAN BIẾN). IN ALL
PROBABILITY = RẤT CÓ THỂ, KHẢ NĂNG CAO
A. on B. in C. of D. for
18. It took Ted a long time to get ________ the failure in his entrance exams.
A. over: VƯỢT QUA (A SITUATION) B. across (ĐI NGANG QUA) = GO ACROSS

C. along with (=QUEN VỚI) D. through: HOÀN THÀNH

GET ALONG WITH MY CLASSMATE
19. Please _____ and see us some time. You’re always welcome.
A. come around (GHÉ THĂM) B. come about: TÌNH THẾ XOAY CHUYỂN
C. come to (ĐẾN 1 NƠI NÀO) D. come away: ĐI XA GO AWAY: BIẾN
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to
complete each of the following exchanges.
20. John: “What an attractive hair style you have got, Mary!”
Mary: “________”
A. Thank you very much. I’m afraid.
B. Thank you for your compliment.
C. You are telling a lie.
D. I don’t like your sayings.
21. Tom: “Can I have another cup of tea?” Linda: “________”
A. Be yourself. B. Do it yourself.
C. Allow yourself. D. Help yourself.
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.
22. He was one of the most outstanding (XUẤT SẮC) = EXCELLENT performers at the live
show last night.
PERFORMANCE (NOUN): BIỂU DIỄN
PERFORM (V)
A. easy-looking B. important C. well-known D. impressive
23. Many parents may fail to recognize: NHẬN RA and respond: PHẢN HỔI to their children’s
needs until frustration Explodes (BÙNG NỔ) into difficult or uncooperative behavior: HÀNH
VI.
A. slowly reaches the boiling point
B. remains at an unchanged level
C. suddenly becomes uncontrollable
D. stays under pressure
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.
24. The flowering pebble is a plant that looks like a stone and grows in arid areas.
A. deserted B. damp: ẨM ƯỚT C. dry : KHÔ D. barren
25. The new laws to conserve wildlife in the area will come into force next month.
A. eliminate B. protect C. pollute D. destroy
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in
meaning to each of the following questions.
26. You have done me a favour. I really thank you for it.
A. I really thank you for a favour.
B. I really thank you for having been done me a favour.
C. I really thank you for having done me a favour.
D. I have really done a favour to you.
27. A collection only has its real value/ when it is properly labeled (PHÂN LOẠI, DÁN NHÃN).
A. Only when a collection is properly labeled (THAT) it has its real value. VALUE: GIÁ TRỊ
B. When properly labeled that a collection only has its real value.
C. Only when a collection has its real value is it properly labeled.
D. It is only when a collection is properly labeled that it has its real value.
28. You must speak slowly or he’ll not be able to understand you.
EITHER … OR HOẶC OR: 1 TRONG 2 VẾ SẼ ĐÚNG
EITHER YOU MUST SPEAK SLOWLY OR HE’LL
A. Unless you speak slowly, he won’t be able to understand you.
B. Unless you don’t speak slowly, he’ll be able to understand you.
C. You can speak slowly but he’ll not be able to understand you.
D. Although you speak slowly, he’ll not be able to understand you.
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.
29. Mary was sick. She didn’t leave the meeting until it ended.
A. Though sick, Mary didn’t leave the meeting until it ended.
B. When the meeting ended, Mary left because she was sick.
C. Mary didn’t leave the meeting until it ended despite she was sick.
D. In spite of the fact that Mary’s sickness, she didn’t leave the meeting until it ended.
30. My suit needs to be cleaned (CẦN ĐƯỢC LÀM GÌ ĐÓ) before the interview but I’m too
busy to do that.
A. I must get someone clean my suit before the interview.
B. I must have my suit cleaned before the interview.
C. I should have cleaned my suit before the interview.
D. I must clean my suit before the interview.
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 from 31 to 35.
Rock 'n' Roll Changes The World
Musicians who want to make it in the world have a lot of options(:LỰA CHỌN), but the best one
to (31) ___LEAD______ them obscurity to fame might be rock ’n’ roll. Especially in the days
when other forms of music are waning, rock ’n’ roll (32) _LIVES ON________ in the memory.
Nevertheless, it is music that transcends cultures and keeps the youth of many nations
invigorated. Before rock ’n’ roll, there were many different forms of popular music. If looking at
a timeline, the music of African Americans created both jazz and blues. These (33) _________
into what is known as rhythm and blues, which is often just called R&B. With the invention
(SÁNG CHẾ )of the electric guitar, rock ’n’ roll came (34) _________ as musicians
experimented with what they could do with the sounds this new style of instrument could make.
Musicians were quick to see the possibilities that rock ’n’ roll offered. Early musicians like
Chuck Berry (35) _________ the way for the likes of Elvis Presley, who would go on to become
known as the King of Rock ’n’ Roll.
LEAD SB TO STH: DẪN DẮT AI ĐÓ TỚI …
COME INTO BEING: HÌNH THÀNH, RA ĐỜI
COME INTO REALITY: TRỞ THÀNH HIỆN THỰC
COME TRUE: TRỞ THÀNH SỰ THẬT
PAVE THE WAY: MỞ ĐƯỜNG
31. A. control B. show C. influence D. lead
32. A. exists B. lives on C. comes round D. grows up
33. A. evolved INTO: TIẾN HÓA B. involved C. grew
D. transformed: BIẾN ĐỔI
34. A. into reality B. into being C. true D. independent
35. A. cover: HỖ TRỢ, COVER STH UP: CHE ĐI B. build C.
construct D. pave
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 from 36 to 42.
What Is Heritage Protection?
Heritage is traditional beliefs, customs, and culture. We use the word “heritage” in many
different ways. People talk about their family’s heritage, their city’s heritage, and their
country’s heritage.
Here are some examples of heritage. During Chinese New Year, people in China give red
envelopes. That is part of Chinese heritage. Every year in the American city New Orleans, there
is a huge party called Mardi Gras. That is a part of New Orleans’ heritage. Heritage can also be
more private and personal. If your family has a big dinner every Sunday night, that’s part of
your family’s heritage.
Today, heritage is changing. The Internet connects people around the world. In many ways,
this is a good thing, because we can learn about the heritage of other countries, and we can show
our own heritage to the world. However, some people worry that traditional heritage is
disappearing. Think about it. In many ways, countries are becoming more and more alike. In
just about every country around the world, you can find McDonald’s, Nike shoes, Starbucks
coffee, and American films. Some people think this is a good change, but others don’t like it.
You can decide whether or not you think it is a good thing. However, almost everyone wants to
protect their traditional heritage, and sometimes this is hard.
For example, when a new McDonald’s opens in your town, a traditional restaurant might have
to close.
This is why heritage protection is so important. Heritage protection is a simple idea. It
means keeping your country’s or your city’s heritage alive. People do this in many ways. The
biggest part of heritage protection is probably preserving old buildings. A few other examples
of heritage protection are making sure your children speak your traditional language, and
teaching your heritage to children.
The world is changing very fast. This change brings a lot of good things. But as the world is
changing, it is important to remember the heritage of our parents and our grandparents.
HERITAGE: DI SẢN VĂN HÓA
HUMAN’S BELIEF: TÔN GIÁO = RELIGIONS
36. What is the main point of heritage protection?
A. Showing your heritage to other people
B. Using the Internet
C. Keeping your heritage alive; KEEP SOMETHING ALIVE: GIỮ CHO CÁI GÌ ĐÓ TỒN TẠI
D. Making heritage disappear
37. What is the biggest part of heritage protection?
A. Protecting old buildings B. Doing traditional dances
C. Giving red envelopes D. Telling stories
38. What is happening to most countries?
A. They are becoming the same. B. They are becoming more different,
C. They are getting smaller. D. They are destroying old buildings.
39. What is the main point of the last paragraph?
A. It is OK to forget traditional heritage.
B. The world is changing, but it is happening very slowly,
C. As the world changes, we have to remember our heritage.
D. People should talk to their parents and grandparents a lot.
40. Which of the following is NOT an example of heritage protection?
A. Making sure your children speak your traditional language
B. Protecting old buildings
C. Teaching your children about your heritage
D. Drinking Starbucks and wearing Nikes
41. The word “beliefs”: NIỀM TIN in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to________.
BELIEVE: TIN TƯỞNG
A. cuisines (ẨM THỰC) B. histories C. arts D. religions
42. The word “it” in paragraph 3 may refer to________.
A. traditional heritage B. watching American films
C. importing (NHẬP KHẨU, XÂM NHẬP) foreign heritage D. people’s opinion
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 from 43 to 50.
The Life of a Food Critic (NHÀ PHÊ BÌNH ẨM THỰC)
You’ve seen restaurant reviews in newspapers, or perhaps in magazines or on the Internet.
People read these reviews when they want to know about the quality and price of the food at a
restaurant. Or maybe they’re looking for a restaurant with a distinctive atmosphere - dark and
romantic, bright and cheerful, or modern and sophisticated. But who writes the articles? Who
gets paid to eat? Those lucky people are food critics.

Food critics are journalists who eat at restaurants and write reviews that give readers the
feeling that they have visited the restaurant themselves. The articles almost always include a
description of the restaurant, for example, whether it is nicely decorated or has a beautiful view
of the ocean. The menu, prices, and service are generally described as well, but a food critic’s
main task is to write about their opinion of the food.

For “foodies” - people who love and study food and cooking - dining is a feast for the
senses, not just for the stomach. Food critics may tell readers about the colours of fresh
vegetables, the silky texture of a soup, or the rich aroma of a perfectly cooked chicken. They
will mention whether they were listening to soft music while they ate, or the noises of pots and
pans being washed in the restaurant’s kitchen and ending with the dessert. Every detail (chi tiết)
of the meal is important.

All of this may sound easy enough, but food critics do face some challenges. First, food
critics must be excellent writers. Their job is to give accurate information in an entertaining
way because newspapers and other publications want the restaurant review to be an enjoyable
feature. It is also important for food critics to be very observant by nature, and to have an
excellent memory, since taking notes at the table is not something typical customers do.
Looking like a typical customer is essential for remaining anonymous, but is perhaps the
most difficult challenge. Food critic Ruth Reichl, former editor-in- chief of Gourmet magazine,
used to go to restaurants wearing disguises (cải trang) so that she received the same food and
service as any other diner.
Despite the challenges, a career as a food critic appeals to many people. Anyone who is
thinking about becoming a food critic should start by developing strong writing skills and
learning as much about food and cooking as possible.

43. Food critics are________.

A. restaurant owners B. professional cooks
C. professional writers D. magazine editors
44. Which of the following would probably NOT be included in a restaurant review?
A. a description of a restaurant’s atmosphere (KHÔNG KHÍ)
B. information about a restaurant’s hiring procedures QUÁ TRÌNH TUYỂN DỤNG
C. information about a restaurant’s prices GIÁ CẢ
D. a description of a restaurant’s food
45. What is the purpose of paragraph 3?
A. to say that a critic must use all his or her senses (GIÁC QUAN, CẢM QUAN) when at a
restaurant
B. to teach critics what they need to pay attention to when at a restaurant
C. to show that it is a very difficult job being a food critic
D. to say that the taste of the food is the most important detail of a review
46. Why does the author mention (nhắc tới) soft music and the noises of pots and pans
being washed?
A. because food critics must listen carefully to the waiters
B. because it’s important for restaurants to use clean dishes
C. because food critics generally focus on the positive
D. because food critics must pay attention to every single detail
47. The word “this” in paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to________.
A. noise and music B. the career of a food critic
C. every type of food D. every single detail
48. According to the passage, food critics need a good memory because________.
A. they have very busy schedules every day
B. they like having a challenging job
C. they need to remember which restaurants they have been to
D. they have to avoid taking notes at the table
49. Why did Ruth Reichl go to restaurants wearing disguises?
A. She didn’t want her friends to know she was a food critic.
B. She didn’t want to get special food and service.
C. She enjoyed seeing people’s reactions.
D. She had a different job during the day.
50. How does the writer end the passage?
A. with a writing tip B. with advice
C. with a personal example D. with a warning