PART I.

VOCABULARY
New words (Từ mới)
Words Type Pronunciation Meaning
1. mime n /maɪm/ kịch câm
2. sculpture n /ˈskʌlptʃə(r)/ tác phẩm điêu khắc
3. sitcom n /ˈsɪtkɒm/ phim hài nhiều tập
4. composer n /kəmˈpəʊzə(r)/ nhà soạn nhạc
5. conductor n /kənˈdʌktə(r)/ nhạc trưởng
6. choreographer n /ˌkɒriˈɒɡrəfə(r)/ biên đạo múa
7. playwright n /ˈpleɪraɪt/ nhà soạn kịch
8. sculptor n /ˈskʌlptə(r)/ nhà điêu khắc
9. carve v /kɑːv/ khắc, chạm, tạc
10. costume n /ˈkɒstjuːm/ bộ trang phục
11. era n /ˈɪərə/ thời đại
12. apathetic adj /ˌæpəˈθetɪk/ Lãnh đạm, thờ ơ
13. lethargic adj /ləˈθɑːdʒɪk/ uể oải, thờ ơ
điều được coi là chuẩn mực bình
14. norm n /nɔːm/
thường
15. peer n /pɪə(r)/ người đồng trang lứa
16. tattoo n /təˈtuː/ hình xăm
17. meaningful adj /ˈmiːnɪŋfl/ có ý nghĩa
18. attitude n /ˈætɪtjuːd/ thái độ
19. piercing n /ˈpɪəsɪŋ/ xỏ khuyên
20. distinctive adj /dɪˈstɪŋktɪv/ đặc trưng
21. harmony n /ˈhɑːməni/ cách hoà âm
22. originality n /əˌrɪdʒəˈnæləti/ tính độc đáo, sáng tạo
23. high-pitched adj /ˌhaɪ ˈpɪtʃt/ rất cao, chói
24. low-pitched adj /ˌləʊ ˈpɪtʃt/ sâu, thấp
25. applaud v /əˈplɔːd/ vỗ tay tán thưởng
26. striped adj /straɪpt/ có sọc, có vằn
27. irritate v /ˈɪrɪteɪt/ làm ai bực mình, cáu
28. craze n /kreɪz/ cơn sốt, sự phố biến
29. vandalism n /ˈvændəlɪzəm/ tội phá hoại tài sản công cộng
nghệ thuật đường phố (trang trí, tranh
30. graffiti n /ɡrəˈfiːti/
vẽ nơi công cộng)
31. optimistic adj /ˌɒptɪˈmɪstɪk/ lạc quan
32. gripping adj /ˈɡrɪpɪŋ/ hấp dẫn, lôi cuốn
33. page-turner n /ˈpeɪdʒ tɜːnə(r)/ sách rất hấp dẫn, lôi cuốn
34. extraordinary adj /ɪkˈstrɔːdnri/ đáng kinh ngạc
35. lifelike adj /ˈlaɪflaɪk/ giống như thật
36. passionately adv /ˈpæʃənətli/ đầy đam mê, nhiệt huyết
37. genre n /ˈʒɒnrə/ thể loại
nghệ thuật thị giác, nghệ thuật trực
38. visual arts n /ˌvɪʒuəl /ɑːts/
quan

BẢNG CẤU TRÚC

STT Cấu trúc Nghĩa
1. quick fix giải pháp tạm bợ
2. identify with somebody đồng cảm, cảm thông với ai
3. can’t put something down không thể đặt xuống vì quá hấp dẫn
4. twists and turns những thay đối ngạc nhiên và bất ngờ

PART II. GRAMMAR

1. The passive
a. General

Ngoại động từ (Transitive Verb)

Nội động từ (Intransitive Verb)

b. Structure
CASE Active Passive
Case 1

Case 2

Case 3

Case 4

Case 5

Case 6
2. Causative form
Active voice Passive voice

3. Một số công thức đặc biệt

a. Passive Voice with Subjunctive case

S + suggest/require/request/order/demand/insist (on)/recommend + S + V(bare inf) + O

→
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b. NEED

need + V(bare inf)

need + to be + PP/Ved (Passive)

need + V-ing (Passive)

Exercise 1:
1. When in international trade, letters of credit are very convenient.
A. using B. are used C. used D. they used
2. The 26th Annual Meeting of the Asia-Pacific Parliamentary Forum (APPF) in Hanoi,
our beautiful and peaceful capital city, from January 18 th to 21st, 2O18.
A. was held B. is held C. is being held D. will be held
3. We were made hard when we were at school.
A. to study B. study C. studying D. studied
4. Her fiance is said from Harvard University five years ago.
A. having graduated B. to have graduated C. being graduated D. to be graduated
5. Only one of our gifted students to participate in the final competition.
A. was choosing B. chosen C. has been chosen D. have been chosen
6. They cancelled all flights because of fog.
A. All flights were cancelled by them of fog.
B. All flights were because of fog were cancelled.
C. All flights were because of fog cancelled.
D. All flights were cancelled because of fog.
7. This building finished by the end of last year but there have been so many strikes that it
isn't finished yet.
A. will have been B. should have been
C. was to have been D. may not have been
8. As a small boy, he was used to alone in the house for an hour or two.
A. being left B. leaving C. be left D. leave
9. DNA tests accepted in court eases.
A. are known B. were used C. have been D. will have
10. Ann hoped to join the private club. She could make important business contact here.
A. being invited B. to invite C. to be invited D. inviting
11. Despite their normal cylindrical form, some of the documents on silk that were found
at Mawangdui, an archaeological site in southeastern China, were folded into rectangles.
A. wrote B. written C. were written D. be written
12. The boy by the teacher yesterday.
A. punished B. was punished C. punish D. punishing
13. Robots will even everywhere in factories, schools, offices, hospitals, shops, and homes.
A. seen B. see C. saw D. be seen
14. We don't allow anyone to use their cell phones during the examination.
A. Nobody is allowed to use their cell phones during the examination.
B. Nobody is allowed using their cell phones during the examination.
C. Nobody isn't allowed to use their cell phones during the examination.

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 D. Nobody isn't allowed using their cell phones during the examination.
15. Everyone likes when they have got some success.
A. to be congratulated B. being congratulated
C. to be congratulating D. to congratulate
16. This is the latest news from earthquake site. Two- thirds of the city in a fire.
A. has been destroyed B. have been destroyed
C. were destroyed D. was destroyed
17. References in the examination room.
A. not are used B. is not used C. didn't used D. are not used
18. Her watch needs
A. repairing B. to be repaired C. repaired D. repairing/to be
repaired
19. There's somebody behind us. I think we are
A. being followed B. are followed C. follow D. following
20. Have you by a dog?
A. bite B. bit C. ever been bitten D. ever been bit
21. The room is being at the moment.
A. was cleaned B. cleaned C. cleaning D. clean
22. It that the strike will end soon.
A. is expected B. expected C. are expected D. was expected
23. I'll get Minh this for you.
A. do B. done C. did D. to do
24. Those letters now. You can do the typing later.
A. need typing B. needn't be typed C. need to type D. needn’t to typing
25. “What a beautiful dress you are wearing"- “Thanks, it especially for me by a French tailor."
A. is made B. has made C. made D. was made

Exercise 3: Chia dạng đúng của động từ trong ngoặc

1. She expects (promote) soon, but things seem to go wrong.
2. The children were made (go) to bed at 10:00 pm.
3. The parcel is supposed (deliver) this evening.
4. The children agreed (divide) the candy equally.
5. I expected (invite) to the party, but I wasn't.
6. The man was heard (say) goodbye to the host in Chinese.
7. A strange man (watch) coming into your house at the time.
8. I don't enjoy (laugh) at by other people.
9. I don't appreciate (interrupt) when I'm speaking.
10. Trees (plan) since it stopped raining.
11. The house (build) two years ago.
12. We can't go along here because the road (repair) now.
13. We (wake) by a loud noise last night.
14. Today, many serious childhood diseases (can prevent) by early immunization.
15. The telephones (invent) by Alexander Graham Bell.
16. Lots of houses (destroy) by the earthquake last week.
17. Gold (discover) in California in the 19th century.
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 18. The preparation (finish) by the time the guests arrived.
19. He had the chair (mend) by the neighbors.
20. Let your book (open)
21. It's impossible (rebuild) the school.
22. They suggested that the test (make) easier.
23. I wish traffic regulation (obey)
24. It (think) that she will win the contest.
25. The man is rumored (steal) money from the bank 2 days ago.

VOCABULARIES AND GRAMMARS

Exercise 1: Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
1. The waltz is an easy ______ to learn.
A. poem B. sitcom C. dance D. classical music
2. An ______ a person who performs in a play, television show, or movie.
A. painter B. pop singer C. actor D. opera singer
3. ______ is a performance in which dancing and music tell a story without any speaking.
A. Ballet B. Musical C. Musical D. Sitcom
4. A ______ is a short film that is made by photographing a series of drawings.
A. sculptor B. cartoon C. dance D. ballet
5. To Hoai often ______ very interesting stories about his native village and animals.
A. cooking B. drawing C. writes D. creating
6. A ______ is a funny television program in which the same characters appear in different situations each
week.
A. sitcom B. dance C. mime D. poem
7. Carroll appeared in a number of Broadway ______ in which part of the stories are sung to music.
A. drawings B. musicals C. operas D. cartoons
8. Local gangs covered the train cars with ______ symbols representing their cliques.
A. writing B. tattoo C. graffiti D. wool
9. Picasso ______ a completely new style of painting.
A. created B. appeared C. directed D. conducted
10. A ______ is a person who is in charge of a group of performers or ticket collection on a train
A. dancer B. actor C. poet D. conductor
11. Schumann was better at ______ music than playing it.
A. composing B. writing C. conducting D. singing
12. ______ is popular music of the sort that has been popular since the 1950s, usually with a strong rhythm
and simple tunes, often contrasted with rock, soul and other forms of popular music
A. Classical music B. Musical C. Pop music D. Ballet
13. The ______ are arts such as music, dance and drama which are performed for an audience.
A. visual arts B. performing arts C. originalities D. norms
14. The ______ are art forms such as painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, photography,
video, filmmaking, design, crafts, and architecture.
A. performing arts B. art exhibitions C. visual arts D. vandalisms
15. Once she began writing rhyming lines, Emily Dickinson quickly became a well-known ______ to many
people.
A. sculptor B. conductor C. playwright D. poet
16. Before asking the woman for a dance, the gentleman ______ his body slightly.
A. applauded B. knitted C. bowed D. wore
17. The museum is holding a(n) ______ of Picasso's work.
A. art exhibition B. circus C. magic show D. comedy club
18. The Ivy League schools are a ______ group of educational institutions since they are the most
impressive colleges to attend in the United States.
A. striped B. apathetic C. distinctive D. patterned
19. They've set up a(n) ______ at school so that students can practice acting.
A. magic show B. art gallery C. rock concert D. comedy club
20. His secret hobby is performing tricks in ______.
A. magic shows B. open-air theatre C. piano recital D. concert hall
21. That musician performed a(n) ______ of classical favorites.
A. opera house B. circus C. piano recital D. magic show
22. In summer there is a(n) ______ in the park giving concerts.
A. open-air theatre B. musical C. concert hall D. museum
23. A(n) ______ is a play or film in which the story is told using songs and often dancing.
A. concert hall B. magic show C. opera house D. musical
24. The children loved being taken to the ______ to watch the acrobats and clowns.
A. museum B. arena C. circus D. musical
25. There were 200 people at the ______ in the City Hall, enjoying the music by Beethoven and Mozart.
A. art gallery B. magic show C. comedy club D. classical concert
26. I always give money to ______ in the street.
A. conductor B. buskers C. composers D. dancer
27. We went to the opening night at the theatre last week and we met a ______ after the show.
A. playwright B. poet C. sculptor D. novelist
28. The ______ are performing at the festival.
A. poets B. novelists C. composers D. jugglers
29. He's at music college, training to be a ______.
A. scriptwriter B. composer C. dancer D. actor
30. She started moving to the ______ of the music.
A. rhythm B. sitcom C. verse D. novel
31. I __________ a lot of presents on my birthday last week.
A. have given B. was given C. was giving D. give
32. I had the owner of the shop __________ the device.
A. to activate B. activated C. activating D. activate
33. Complimentary maps __________ to tourists when they arrive at the entrance.
A. will be distributed B. contributed C. are contributing D. have contributed
34. Lisa had the roof __________ yesterday.
A. repair B. repaired C. to repair D. repairing
35. A special device for detecting earthquakes__________ by a team of researchers at Oxford University.
A. was invented B. invents C. invented D. has invented

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36. “Are we about to have dinner?” “Yes, it __________ in the dining room”.
A. is serving B. serves C. is being served D. served
37. “Why is Stanley in jail?” “He __________ of robbery”.
A. has been convicted B. has been convicting C. has convicted D. convicted
38. All planes __________ before departure.
A. will checked B. will has checked C. will be checked D. will been checked
39. Protective gloves __________ all the time when you treat these chemicals.
A. wear B. must be worn C. should wear D. have worn
40. It’s been scorching hot these days, so my father got an air conditioner __________.
A. installed B. installing C. to install D. install
41. “Whatever happened that fortune-teller?” “I don’t know. She __________ around her in a long time”.
A. hasn’t seen B. didn’t see C. hasn’t been seeing D. hasn’t been seen
42. You should have your car __________ before going.
A. servicing B. to service C. service D. serviced
43. Entry forms __________ directly from our website at edu@gmail.com.
A. download B. should download C. downloaded D. can be downloaded
44. I__________ a couple of days ago.
A. had my bike to be fixed B. had my bike fix
C. had my bike fixed D. had been fixed my bike
45. In some areas, water __________ from the ground faster than nature can replenish the supply.
A. is being taken B. has been taking C. is taking D. has taken
46. He__________ yesterday.
A. had his hair cut B. had his hair to be cut C. had hair to be cut D. had been cut his hair
47. Once Covid-19 social distancing rules __________, I’ll have my hair cut.
A. lifted B. lift C. are lifted D. to be lifted
48. Have these flowers __________ to her office, please.
A. taken B. taking C. take D. to take
49. “What happened to the old mail carrier?” “He __________ to a new neighborhood to work”.
A. has sent B. was send C. was sent D. sent
50. I’m going to have my bedroom walls __________ this weekend.
A. paint B. painted C. painteded D. panted
Exercise 3: Complete the sentences with the correct passive form of the verbs in brackets.
1. They were late because the flight was delayed. (delay)
2. Reality shows are watched by millions of people every week. (watch)
3. Classes will be cancelled next Friday because of the power cut. (cancel)
4. Paper was invented by the Chinese 2,000 years ago. (invent)
5. Today mobile phones are made in developing countries. (make)
6. Ellen is happy because she has been given a pay rise. (give)
7. David couldn't find his wallet because it has been stolen. (steal)
8. Those trees will be cut down next week to make room for an apartment building. (cut down)
Exercise 4: Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verbs in brackets. Use the causative have.
1. I'm going to have my hair cut tomorrow. (cut)
2. I had the bedroom walls painted last week. (paint)
3. He's just had his car washed. (wash)

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4. When I broke my leg, I had the house cleaned by professionals. (clean)
5. I've got a strange rash on my arm, so I'm going to the doctor to have it checked. (check)
6. I need to have my eyes tested. (test)
Exercise 5: Choose the correct words.
1. There was no one / anyone else on the train.
2. It's dark. I can't see anything/ something.
3. I'm really hungry. I've had anything/ nothing to eat.
4. Does anybody/ nobody mind if I eat garlic?
5. He's smiling. He must be thinking about anything/ something funny.
6. You can get online anywhere / nowhere in the airport.
7. “I can't find my ticket. It's somewhere/ nowhere to be seen.” – “It must be anywhere / somewhere.”
Exercise 6: Complete the sentences with the correct indefinite pronouns.
1. Did you hear anything/ something during the night?
2. Let's go on holiday somewhere really hot and sunny.
3. There's nowhere else we can look. It's gone.
4. Something is wrong. He's not answering his phone.
5. I didn't tell her anything about the weekend.
6. My dad hasn't been anywhere in his new car yet.
7. Somebody called while you were out but I don't know who it was.
8. The teacher explained the homework but no one/ nobody was listening.
9. I haven't got anything to wear for the party tonight.
10. There's nothing on TV tonight. Let's go out.
Exercise 7: 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.
1. Still only 25, she has been compared to the greatest dancer of all time.
A. vocalist B. diva C. disc jockey D. choreographer
2. The first is the popular conviction that the playwright is not a craftsman but a genius.
A. dramatist B. conductor C. director D. specialist
3. The Princess, visibly moves, keeps her head bow during the ceremony.
A. move B. up C. straight D. nod
4. This totem pole is carved from a single tree trunk.
A. taken B. got C. sculpted D. cut
5. Many football fans are unfairly identified with violent behaviour.
A. provided B. agreed C. associated D. starred
Exercise 8: 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.
1. Don't be so apathetic - how are you going to get a job if you don't even start looking?
A. passionate B. lazy C. pathetic D. humble
2. The doctor said she was optimistic about the outcome of the operation but forbore to make any promises
at this early stage.
A. sympathetic B. energetic C. pessimistic D. fantastic
3. You should have seen him kneeling and praying when the rooms in the castle were already on fire
around him.
A. stooping B. drowning C. stumbling D. standing

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4. Tim was fooled into believing that he'd won a lot of money.
A. deceived B. undeceived C. tricked D. joked
5. The government has conceded the new tax policy has been a disaster.
A. admitted B. confessed C. denied D. appeared
Exercise 9: Complete the sentences with the correct form of the words in brackets.
1. Sculptors often enjoy the physical activity of shaping their materials. ACTION
2. Musicians compose songs by combining melody, harmony, and rhythm. COMPOSEDNESS
3. Many artists enjoy the challenge of live performance. PERFORM
4. Artists can directly influence the way people see the world. DIRECT
5. A poem is a type of written work that uses language in a creative and
POETIC
imaginative way.
6. The song lyrics have a beautiful and poetic quality. POET
7. Art historians investigate the history and meaning of artworks. INVESTIGATIVE
8. The documentary takes an investigative look at the art market. INVESTIGATION
9. Archaeologists have discovered ancient cave paintings in a remote region. DISCOVER
10. Scientific discoveries have led to the development of new art materials and
DISCOVER
techniques.
11. It is important to preserve artworks for future generations, not destroy them. DESTRUCTION
12. Using harmful materials in art creation can have destructive environmental
DESTRUCTIVELY
consequences.
13. The critic's words destructively criticized the artist's work. DESTROY
14. Many artists are inspired by the work of other artists who came before them. INSPIRATION
15. Music can be a powerful source of inspiration for writers and poets. INSPIRE
16. The museum has a reserve collection of artworks that are not on display to the
RESERVED
public.
17. It is recommended to make a reservation in advance for popular art shows. RESERVE
18. This young artist has a very original style, unlike anything I've seen before. ORIGIN
19. This artist uses everyday objects in her sculptures, creating an evidential
EVIDENCE
connection between art and life.
20. Street artists often use public spaces as a canvas for their work. ART

B. SPEAKING
Exercise 1: Choose the correct response. Then practice the short exchanges in pairs.
1. A: There're an art exhibition in our town. B: a/ Let's go and enjoy the scenes.
b/ Let's go and see the paintings.
2. A: Do you like pop music? B: a/ I'm too busy to go to the concert.
b/ I'm a big fan of Vpop.
3. A: Are you in hard rock? B: a/ My brother loves it much.
b/ To be honest, it's so boring.
4. A: What are you reading? B: a/ I like the lead character much.
b/ It's a bestseller of fantasy.
5. A: Why do you recommend the book? B: a/ It has a good message of love.
b/ It doesn't get good reviews.
6. A: Do you think graffiti is an art form? B: a/ It is made by vandals.
b/ It depends on how artistic it is.
7. A: What are the themes of Dong Ho paintings? B: a/ They are animals and everyday life.
b/ They are made with natural colors.
8. A: I think Adele has got a sweet voice. B: a/ I'm not either.
b/ Me too.
9. A: How about the film review? B: a/ Critics say the film is fantastic.
b/ Critics wrote a lot of comments.
10. A: Why didn't he sign his names in his paintings? B: a/ Because he's a forger.
b/ Because he's sold it.
Exercise 2: Complete the dialogue with the phrases below.

doesn't appeal kind of thing particularly interested

really love sounds

Boy So, which acts do you want to see at the music festival? What about that new folk group? I love that
(1) kind of thing.
Girl No, thanks. It just (2) doesn’t appeal to me. What about that jazz funk group? That (3) sounds more
fun.
Boy I'm not (4) particularly interested. in that sort of thing. There must be something we both like.
Girl What about that singer-songwriter? I'd (5) really love to see him.
Boy OK. As long as you come to that rock group with me.
Exercise 3: Complete the dialogue with the words below.

climate exhausting historical preservation result

sanctuary sites settlements so used

Phong What are you doing your geography project on?

Well, I'm facing a bit of problem at the moment. I've found three UNESCO (1) sites but I can't
Nick
decide which one I like best. What about you?
Phong Well, I'm writing about the M'Zab valley in Algeria.
Nick Where?
The M'Zab valley. I found it on the UNESCO website. It says there are (2) settlements which were
built in the 10th century in the Sahara Desert but they're in a perfect state of (3) preservation.
Phong
And the people have also preserved their 1000-year-old heritage. As a (4) result it's an important
(5) historical place.
Nick It sounds interesting but it would be too hot for me.
Well, it says here 'The criteria (6) used for the construction of the towns meet the needs of people
Phong
living in a hot (7) climate.
Nick What does that mean?
That the towns are surrounded by big walls and the streets are narrow, (8) so the people are
Phong
protected from the sun.
Nick Even so, the heat must be (9) exhausting.

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Phong Yes, but the local oasis acts as a (10) sanctuary from the sun. I think it sounds fascinating.
C. READING
Exercise 1: Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to choose
the word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 1 to 5.
More and more people are discovering that sharing and talking about their favorite books with others
can be as rewarding as the act of reading itself. For people who feel that they are too busy to sit down with
a book, a book club helps them schedule time to read, others have gained self-confidence by participating
in or leading a discussion. And most people enjoy the chance to (1) ______ new friends.
A successful book club should have a group that is small enough so even the quiet people can be heard
but also big enough for many different (2) ______. The best arrangement is a mixture of ages, sexes, and
backgrounds for more reading variety and livelier discussions.
The book club could (3) _______ in one subject or type of book, like mysteries, science fiction, or
biographies. Or the members could read books of all types, as long as the book is highly recommended by
someone who thinks it would be worth discussing.
Some book clubs meet in places like bookstores, public libraries, or restaurants, but most have their
meetings in members’ homes. This approach simply (4) _____ more privacy and time for longer meetings.
To make the meeting go smoothly, a leader should be appointed. The leader will usually start the
discussion by asking what the author’s main idea was. Book club members should never be afraid to offer
their opinions, even if they don’t like a book. They just need to be prepared to explain (5) ____ they didn’t
like something.
1. A. do B. form C. make D. gather
2. A. attitudes B. opinions C. issues D. characters
3. A. talk B. focus C. concentrate D. specialize
4. A. takes B. offers C. supports D. encourage
5. A. why B. where C. what D. how
Exercise 2: 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 1 to 5.

Hustling
In the last year the viewing public have learned a great deal about a certain type of criminal in the
extremely successful TV series Hustle. The first Hustle DVD is released this week and it's set to be a best-
seller.
Hustle is all about the adventures of a group of con artists. Con artists are people who persuade rich people
to give them lots of money to finance projects or plans that do not exist. The ideas are often very
complicated. Sometimes the group creates a real background for the trick by hiring actors, offices, or
houses to persuade the people they are conning that they are genuine. For them, lying is an art!
In reality, con artists are criminals, but in this series the group takes money from the rich for a reason. The
rich person might have committed a crime themselves or might just be a really nasty person. However,
unlike the famous Robin Hood, who stole from the rich and gave to the poor, the 'Hustle' group keep the
money for themselves.
This is an excellent series and this DVD is a must for those who like their stories complicated but very
clever.
1. What is the main topic of the reading?
A. The release of a new movie B. The life of real-life con artists

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 C. A popular TV series called Hustle D. How to become a con artist=
2. What does the word "con artists" mean in the passage?
A. Professional actors B. The main characters in Hustle
C. Robin Hood and his team D. People who trick others for money
3. How does the group in Hustle convince their targets?
A. By using real offices and houses B. By creating a fake background for their plans
C. By giving money to the poor D. By telling the truth and being honest
4. Why does the author say taking money from the rich in Hustle is different from Robin Hood?
A. Robin Hood never lied. B. The Hustle group doesn't steal, they con.
C. Robin Hood gave the money to charity. D. The Hustle group only targets criminals.
5. Who would most likely enjoy watching Hustle according to the passage?
A. People who like simple stories B. People who don't like con artists
C. People who enjoy complex and clever stories D. People who don't like music
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Can Computers Become Artists?
Machines already perform a lot of tasks that were usually done by humans, such as building cars, doing
complex calculations, and even marking exam papers. But now it seems that ever more intelligent
machines are straying into areas where we never envisaged they would go. We have always taken pride in
having a unique kind of intelligence that machines could never match, one which allows us to think of new
ideas and produce creative and artistic works. But it seems that even here, computers are lining up to
compete with us.
Machines can easily be trained to do the physical work of producing art. About ten years ago, a painting
robot known as e-David was created at a university in Germany. And recently in New York, the painting
Portrait of Edmond de Belamy has been auctioned for nearly half a million dollars. What made it a bit
unusual was that the idea, and the image itself, was produced entirely by a computer. A group of young
French artists gave instructions to the computer, aiming simply to show that computers can be creative.
Some artists are now working with computers to produce a new kind of art. Computer-generated works of
art are certainly interesting, and make us think about the limits of what machines can and cannot do. But
not everyone would accept that they qualify as art. Some enthusiasts would argue they do, and the
collectors willing to pay high prices for these works would suggest there is definitely a market for
computer art. Others, however, would disagree.
Many 'real' artists would claim that art is an expression of human intelligence and human emotions. More
importantly, it is about a desire to communicate with other people. These things, they argue, are part of
being human and can never be produced by a machine.
1. Which of the following can be the best title for the passage?
A. World Famous Computer Artists B. Can Computers Become Artists?
C. Can Human Brains Work like Machines? D. Artworks by Prominent Artists
2. The word envisaged in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to ______
A. encouraged B. imagined C. prepared D. experienced
3. According to paragraph 2, the painting ‘Portrait of Edmond de Belamy’ ______
A. was painted ten years ago B. was painted by some French artists
C. was created by e – David D. was created by a computer
4. The word they in paragraph 4 refers to________.
A. other people B. these things C. human emotions D. ‘real’ artists
5. Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?
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 A. People's opinions are divided on whether computer-generated artworks qualify as genuine art.
B. Humans are proud of possessing a unique kind of intelligence that enables them to be creative.
C. Computers have been competing with humans in the creation of a new kind of art.
D. The physical work of producing art can be learned by the computer with ease.

Exercise 3: Read the text, and decide whether the sentences are true (T) or false (F).
Not here!
Where would you expect to find graffiti? On walls and bridges? Perhaps in special exhibitions? But
probably not all over the front of a historic Scottish castle.
But soon that's exactly where you will be able to see it. And this is not vandalism on a grand scale. Four
graffiti artists, who are well-respected in their home country of Brazil, have been commissioned by the
owner to completely cover one side of the castle with bright, colourful graffiti.
The reason is that the outer covering of the walls of the castle is in very bad condition and in a couple of
years it will need to be replaced. The family thought it would be interesting to have the graffiti painted on
until then. The artists will be staying at the castle and working on it for a month. After that it will no doubt
become a tourist attraction for visitors to the area.
Most local people support the idea but there have been some negative reactions from people across the
country who think it is completely inappropriate. But the family are convinced that when it is completed
people will love it. They hope they are helping graffiti to be accepted as a valuable and respected art form.
1. The graffiti at the castle will not be permanent. T
2. Artists from different countries will be doing the graffiti. F
3. People living near the castle don't like the idea. F
4. The graffiti will include dark scenes from history. F
5. It will probably be popular with visitors. T

D. WRITING
Exercise 1: Rewrite the sentences using the passive. Include the agent if you think it is important.
1. I realized that someone had opened my emails.
 My emails had been opened.
2. The Prime Minister gave a speech on TV last night.
 A speech was given on TV by the Prime Minister last night.
3. Someone has stolen all the computers from their office.
 All the computers have been stolen from their office.
4. My dad designed the new hospital building.
 The new hospital building was designed by my dad.
5. The storm destroyed all the crops.
 All the crops were destroyed by the storm.
6. The police shouldn't allow people to park there.
 People shouldn't be allowed to park there by the police
7. The examiner will read the passage three times.
 The passage will be read three times by the examiner
8. Candidates may not use dictionaries.
 Dictionaries may not be used by candidates.
9. We cannot exchange articles which customers have bought during the sale.

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  Articles which customers have bought during the sale cannot be exchanged.
10. He won’t let you do that silly thing again.
 You won't be let to do that silly thing again.
11. They will deliver our new furniture at the weekend.
 Our new furniture will be delivered at the weekend.
12. The neighbor’s cat bit me on the leg.
 I was bitten on the leg by the neighbor's cat.
13. My brother will arrange everything in my birthday's party.
 Everything in my birthday's party will be arranged by my brother.
14. Somebody will give you instructions on arrival.
 You will be given instructions on arrival.
15. People are spending more money on smartphones than ever before.
 More money is being spent on smartphones than ever before.
16. Somebody must post this letter.
 This letter must be posted.
17. They will forget this exercise in a few years’ time.
 This exercise will be forgot in a few years' time.
18. No one can answer your question.
 Your question can't be answered.
19. They will build a new house in our town.
 A new house will be built in our town.
20. You must wash this dress in cold water.
 This dress must be washed in cold water
Exercise 2: Rewrite the sentences with the correct form of have something done.
Example: The shoe repairer is mending Jane's shoes.
Jane is having her shoes repaired.
1. The workers painted their house last year.
 They had their house painted last year.
2. The photographer is going to take my photo.
 I am going to have my photo taken.
3. The plumber is going to install our new shower.
 We are going to have our new shower installed.
4. The hairdresser has dyed my mum's hair.
 My mum has had her hair dyed.
5. The mechanic is repairing Tom's car.
 Tom is having his car repaired.
6. The dry cleaner has cleaned Jacks' coat.
 Jack has had his coat cleaned.
7. The builders are changing my neighbor’s windows.
 My neighbor is having his/her windows changed.
8. The doctor tested Anna's eyes last week.
 Anna had her eyes tested last week.
Exercise 3: Choose the best answer
1. Some body cleans the room every day

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 A. The room every day is cleaned. B. The room is every day cleaned.
C. The room is cleaned every day. D. The room is clean by somebody every day.
2. They cancelled all flights because of fog.
A. All flights because of fog were cancelled.
B. All flights were cancelled because of fog.
C. All flights were because of fog cancelled.
D. All flights were cancelled by them because of fog.
3. People don’t use this road very often.
A. This road is not used very often. B. Not very often this road is not used.
C. This road very often is not used. D. This road not very often is used.
4. Somebody accused me of stealing money
A. I was accused by somebody of stealing money. B. I was accused of stealing money.
C. I was accuse of stealing money by somebody. D. I was accused stealing money.
5. People warned us not to go out alone.
A. We were warned not going out alone B. We were warn not to go out alone by people.
C. We weren’t warned to go out alone. D. We were warned not to go out alone.
6. Somebody is using the computer at the moment.
A. The computer is being used at the moment.
B. The computer at the moment is being used.
C. The computer is being used by some body at the moment.
D. The computer is used at the moment.
7. I didn’t realize that somebody was recording our conversation.
A. I didn’t realize that our conversation was recorded.
B. I didn’t realize that our conversation was being recorded
C. I didn’t realize that our conversation was being recorded by someone.
D. Our conversation wasn’t realized to be recorded.
8. We found that they had cancelled the game.
A. We found that the game had been cancelled.
B. The game had been cancelled.
C. We found that the game has been cancelled by them.
D. The game were found to be cancelled.
9. They are building a new highway around the city.
A. A new highway is being built around the city.
B. A new highway is being build around the city by them
C. A new highway around the city is being built.
D. Around the city a new highway is being built.
10. They have built a new hospital near the airport.
A. A new hospital has been build near the airport by them.
B. A new hospital near the airport has been built.
C. A new hospital has been built near the airport.
D. Near the airport a new hospital has been.

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 UNIT 7 - PRACTICE TEST 1

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 sentences.

1. A. hand B. taken C. animal D. prepare

2. A. edible B. creative C. decorative D. explanation

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 the position of primary stress in each of the following sentences.

3. A. tourism B. graffiti C. customer D. museum

4. A. suitable B. different C. attractive D. favourite

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following

questions.

5. Underwater imaging ___ an essential technology for marine biologists and oceanographers.

A. considering B. considers C. be considered D. is considered

6. Noise can be a serious threat ___ physical well-being.

A. on B. at C. to D. with

7. Mary's leaky faucet had been causing water wastage, so she decided not to use it ___.

A. until the plumbers fixes it B. until it will be fixed by the plumber

C. until it gets fixed D. until fixed by the plumber

8. ___ the eye, the ear has no lid.

A. Like B. Unlike C. As D. For

9. I ____ a closer look at the intricate details of the painting when she finally showed up.

A. will make B. have given C. was taking D. can provide

10. Embroidery has often been seen as a more ___ activity.

A. femininity B. feminism C. feminine D. feminist

11. In that thrilling crime novel, Detective Miller's sharp mind and expertise in ___ science were crucial

in solving the mysterious case.

A. forensic B. athletic C. artistic D. musical

12. While visiting the art gallery, Sarah was mesmerized by the lifelike ___ on display.

A. ballet B. sculpture C. sitcom D. cartoon

13. After retiring from his successful career, John decided to ___ himself in social activities.

A. determine B. promote C. serve D. involve

14. In the school play, Jessica's passionate performance on stage truly ___ her character ___.

A. brought - down B. took – for granted C. brought – to life D. set - off

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15. The audience couldn't take their eyes ___ him throughout the entire show.

A. off B. of C. into D. away

16. For the cultural festival, Carlos and Maria decided to ___.

A. sing a lullaby B. take a break C. miss the melody D. put on a show

17. I think it’s time we got ___ problems over with.

A. solving B. unsolved C. dissolved D. solve

18. The textbook is well ___ with colourful diagrams and informative charts.

A. illustrate B. illustrating C. illustration D. illustrated

19. She stood in awe before a painting that was undoubtedly a ___.

A. landscape B. masterpiece C. seascape D. imitation

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best completes each of

the following exchanges.

20. Tom: “Unfortunately, the photocopy machine is out of order!”

Susan: “_____”

A. Be positive. It’s going to be okay. B. We must send for a handyman now.

C. Your guess is as good as mine! D. Search me.

21. Peter: “Hi! What are you doing these days?” Lily: “_____”

A. I know I have been hard on you.

B. For your information, I’m doing a drawing course.

C. I’m talking to you, don’t you see that?

D. I’m flattered! Thank you, you know, just going to the movies.

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.

22. The art supply store offers a wide selection of off-the-shelf canvases.

A. regular B. customized C. standard D. usual

23. The con artist promised great returns on their investment.

A. a real estate agent B. a young artist C. an honest person D. a travel agent

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.

24. Despite the high anticipation surrounding the gallery's latest exhibition, it has fallen short of

expectations.

A. illustrious B. amazing C. disappointing D. amusing

25. She proudly embraces her identity as a person of mixed race.

A. multiracial B. original C. native D. indigenous

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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. He was persuaded into going to the event by his friend.

A. He wouldn’t have decided to go to the event without being persuaded.

B. No one had to put effort into talking him into attending the event.

C. He wanted to go to the event in the first place.

D. He was under obligation to attend the event on his own.

27. She was romantically involved with her boss.

A. Her boss asked her to plot a romantic film.

B. She was always flirting with her boss.

C. She fell for her boss and they were in a relationship with each other.

D. She joined hands with her boss to romanticise her involvement.

28. It is said that the treasure was hidden deep within the cave.

A. The cave was said to be where the treasure was hidden.

B. The treasure is said to have been hidden deep within the cave.

C. Nobody gets to know why the treasure was hidden deep within the cave.

D. People deny having hidden the treasure deep within the cave.

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. Write a sentence which includes all of the following “who”, “but”,

“however”, one passive form of a verb in perfect continuous

29. We were slipping on the wet floor before we realized that we were not knowing that a
A B C
pipe had leaked.
D
30. Despite being advised address their academic issues, they put off seeking help until it put
A B C D

out their chances of being able to graduate.

31. While the repairs, which had been ongoing for weeks, were being overseen by the
A B
construction manager, the progress was slow; however, the building finally brought back
C D
to its former glory.
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.

32. We turned off all the lights. Then, we left the room.

A. We left the room where the lights were still on.

B. All the lights had been turned off before we left the room.

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 C. We remembered not to turn off the lights because someone was still there.

D. All the lights had been turned off before leaving the room.

33. We need to increase security policies. Now we are developing immunity programs.

A. We cannot afford to improve security policies and immunity programs at this time.

B. There’s nothing that could be done about security policies or immunity programs.

C. Security policies need to be increased as immunity programs are being developed.

D. Increasing security policies is a must, and so is developing immunity programs.

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 34 to 38.

Graffiti, (34) ___ often considered a form of self-expression, comes with its fair share of disadvantages

that cannot be ignored. Firstly, it is a violation of public and private property. When graffiti artists choose

public spaces as their canvas, it results in defacement and property damage, (35) ___ costing taxpayers and

property owners significant sums for clean-up and repairs.

Furthermore, graffiti can contribute to a sense of urban decay and blight. What might start as a small,

artistic tag can quickly spiral (36) ___ a proliferation of unsightly markings that diminish the overall

aesthetic of a neighbourhood or city. This not only lowers property values but also fosters a perception of

neglect and (37) ___. Moreover, graffiti often involves the use of toxic paints or chemicals, posing

environmental hazards. The chemicals in aerosol paints can (38) ___ harmful fumes, while improper

disposal of used cans can contaminate soil and water.

34. A. when B. if C. as D. while

35. A. hopefully B. ultimately C. accusingly D. relatively

36. A. out of B. within C. into D. for

37. A. illicit B. lawlessness C. unlawful D. legalised

38. A. release B. relieve C. restrain D. recollect

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 39 to 43.

Walt Disney's entertainment empire, often referred to as the "House of Mouse," owes much of its

iconic status to Mickey Mouse. Mickey's distinctive round ears, often in silhouette or on hats, have become

one of the world's most recognizable corporate logos. However, a few pivotal decisions in the 1920s could

have led to a different emblem — rabbit ears.

In the mid-1920s, Disney, a young animator, was producing the Alice Comedies, a series blending

live-action with animation. Eager to focus on entirely animated films, he struck a deal with Universal in

1927 to create a series featuring Oswald the Lucky Rabbit. Universal had selected both the character's name

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and species – Oswald, chosen from a hat of names, became a rabbit due to market saturation of cartoon

cats.

Disney and his chief animator, Ub Iwerks, created Oswald, whose design Universal initially disliked

as old and pudgy. Disney and Iwerks revamped Oswald, giving him a more energetic appearance, bearing

a striking resemblance to a certain every mouse Disney would later create. Oswald's distinctive personality

was also crafted, making him mischievous yet endearing.

Oswald's first film, "Trolley Troubles," debuted in 1927, marking Disney's introduction to character

merchandise licensing. The film succeeded, prompting Disney and Iwerks to produce new films rapidly.

However, Disney's association with Oswald ended due to conflicts with his distributor, Charles Mintz.

Mintz forced Disney out, leading him to create a new character he could fully own – Mickey Mouse,

introduced in November 1928.

Oswald continued in films for over a decade but was eventually overshadowed by Mickey. In a

surprising twist, Disney reacquired Oswald's rights from Universal in 2006, leading to Oswald's revival in

Disney entertainment and merchandise, including a 2010 video game where he starred.

39. Which of the following can be the best title for the passage?

A. The Origins of Oswald the Lucky Rabbit

B. The Iconic Corporate Logo of All Time

C. Walt Disney's Pivotal Decisions in the 1920s

D. The Creation of Walt Disney's Animated Characters

40. According to paragraph 1, “emblem” mostly means _____.

A. symbol B. character C. label D. image

41. The word "he" in paragraph 2 refers to _____.

A. Oswald B. Ub Iwerks C. Charles Mintz D. Walt Disney

42. According to paragraph 3, Disney and Iwerks had to improve Oswald because _____.

A. Universal approved of his design B. He had old and pudgy features

C. He didn't resemble a rabbit D. He was mischievous yet endearing

43. Which of the following is NOT TRUE according to the passage?

A. Mickey Mouse was introduced in November 1928.

B. Oswald's rights were reacquired from Universal in 2006.

C. Oswald's first film was "Trolley Troubles."

D. Oswald's character was only created by Ub Iwerks.

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 44 to 50.

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 Centuries have passed since Leonardo da Vinci crafted the Mona Lisa (1503–19), yet this modest

portrayal of an ordinary woman still captivates within the Louvre's fortified glass. The world's most

renowned painting, its charm remains a puzzle to many.

The Mona Lisa's acclaim isn't solely due to its high quality, though that's undeniable. Leonardo's

contemporaries recognized its merit even during its creation. His ingenious three-quarter pose and

remarkable mimicry of nature earned praise. Subtle shadows and meticulous details showcase his

precision, revealing the complexity of human existence.

Housing it in the Louvre, one of the world's most esteemed museums, bolstered its prestige. Its

journey to the Louvre, starting with Francis I of France, ultimately contributed to its renown. The painting

became part of the royal collection, later inherited by the French public during the Revolution. After a brief

sojourn in Napoleon's residence, it found a permanent home in the Louvre in the early 19th century.

The identity of the sitter added intrigue. Though believed by many to be Lisa Gherardini, wife of

Florentine merchant Francesco del Giocondo, no concrete evidence exists of this commission. This mystery

allowed the figure to assume various interpretations.

However, it was the 1911 theft and the ensuing media frenzy that thrust the painting onto the global

stage. The world watched in shock as news of the theft broke. Crowds gathered at the Louvre, the director

resigned, and accusations flew. Even Pablo Picasso fell under suspicion. Two years later, the painting was

recovered in Italy, igniting celebrations across France. This daring theft turned the Mona Lisa into a

national treasure, cherished by all who had lost and found her.

44. Which of the following can be the best title for the passage?

A. The Louvre: Home to the Mona Lisa

B. The Enigma of the Mona Lisa

C. Leonardo da Vinci's Masterpieces

D. The Journey of the Mona Lisa

45. The word “puzzle” in paragraph 1 probably means _____.

A. clue

B. maze

C. mystery

D. solution

46. According to the paragraph 2, the factors that contribute to the value of Mona Lisa are ___.

A. its ingenious pose and nature mimicry

B. its high quality and subtle shadows

C. its remarkable details and complexity

D. All of the above

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47. The word “esteemed” in paragraph 3 probably means _____.

A. unpopular B. insignificant C. overlooked D. respected

48. The word “it” in paragraph 3 refers to _____.

A. The Royal Collection

B. The Louvre

C. The Mona Lisa

D. The Revolution

49. Which of the following is NOT TRUE according to the passage?

A. The Mona Lisa's value is solely due to its high quality.

B. The painting's journey contributed to its renown.

C. The identity of the sitter remains a mystery.

D. The theft in 1911 thrust the painting onto the global stage.

50. Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?

A. The Mona Lisa was painted in the 19th century.

B. The Louvre is one of the world's esteemed museums.

C. The 1911 theft made the Mona Lisa a global treasure.

D. Mona Lisa's identity was then difficult to be definitively proven.

---THE END OF THE TEST---

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 UNIT 7 - PRACTICE TEST 2

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 sentences.

1. A. around B. mouse C. count D. country

2. A. third B. threat C. thunder D. thus

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 the position of primary stress in each of the following sentences.

3. A. harmony B. cinema C. melody D. composer

4. A. criminal B. amusement C. photograph D. internet

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following

questions.

5. By the time her term ends, she ___ as one of the most influential leaders in the organization's history.

A. was regarded B. will have been regarding

C. will have been regarded D. will be regarding

6. Last night, during family time, John couldn't stop laughing while watching a hilarious ___ on TV.

A. sitcom B. poem C. novel D. painting

7. A kind stranger ___ the assistance of the lost traveller.

A. asked after B. came to C. came forward D. acted up

8. Once they ___ discussing, Sarah and John will settle on a compromise regarding the household

chores.

A. are finishing B. have finished C. finished D. will finish

9. Her innovative project gets a lot of attention ___ the public.

A. for B. from C. in D. on

10. In this digital age, more ___ are opened up for people to enjoy education.

A. occasions B. conditions C. opportunities D. cases

11. Amidst the serene forest, I ___ the situation, thinking the tiny stream was shallow.

A. misjudged B. rectified C. reversed D. ordered

12. Sarah had to ___ when one of the lead actors fell ill just before the show.

A. stand in the corner B. take a step back

C. fill in at the last minute D. take a rain check

13. The cosy cafe was tastefully ___ with warm, earthy tones and elegant furniture.

A. decorated B. decorative C. decoration D. decorating

14. Emily discovered an ancient document that turned out to be a cleverly crafted ___.

A. painting B. forgery C. concert D. tattoo

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15. The museum's recent ___ have not only preserved its historical charm but also created an inviting

space.

A. renovation regimes B. renovation ways

C. renovation measures D. renovation methods

16. During the talent show, Mark's incredible ___ of his favourite comedian had the audience roaring

with laughter.

A. dance B. singing C. recitation D. imitation

17. There's no ___ away from the enchantment of nature's seasonal transformation.

A. got B. getting C. get D. gotten

18. "This manual seems ___," he muttered, unsure if he could decipher its technical jargon.

A. scientist B. scientifically C. scientific D. science

19. Sarah always knew she ___ to make a positive difference in the world.

A. wished for B. thought of C. had the desire D. planned on

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best completes each of

the following exchanges.

20. Tom: “What a good voice you have!” Susan: “_____”

A. Tell me about it! B. Needless to say.

C. Welcome to the club! D. Oh thanks. That means a lot to me.

21. Peter: “Hey, John, long time no see!” Lily: “_____”

A. I know your sister.

B. No regrets.

C. How dare you!

D. Sorry but I think you've mistaken me for someone else.

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.

22. She spent weeks choreographing the intricate dance routine.

A. detailing B. arranging C. improvising D. plotting

23. The artist's use of bold brushstrokes gave his paintings a strikingly painterly quality.

A. subtly B. inartistically C. ornately D. beautifully

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.

24. The abandoned factory in the middle of the picturesque countryside was a blot on the landscape.

A. appropriate B. incongruous C. suitable D. satisfactory

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25. The big-ticket items on their shopping list included a new car.

A. plain B. simple C. meagre D. expensive

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. She was persuaded into trying the new restaurant by her friends.

A. She wouldn't have dined at the new restaurant without persuasion from her friends.

B. Her friends failed to have her at the new restaurant.

C. Initially, she had a desire to visit the new restaurant.

D. She felt obliged to dine at the new restaurant independently.

27. The two-hour traffic jam resulted in an accident.

A. The accident had nothing to do with the two-hour traffic jam.

B. No one was sure about what caused the two-hour traffic jam.

C. An accident was caused by the two-hour traffic jam.

D. More could be done to prevent future accidents caused by traffic jams.

28. Thanks to the team’s help, we were able to complete the report.

A. It’s impossible for this variety to grow in such poor soil.

B. The report was completed with the assistance of the team.

C. This variety is incapable of not growing in such poor soil.

D. This variety is used to growing in such poor soil.

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.

29. Because whales hunted so extensively, and for so long a period of time, their numbers

A B C

began to decline rapidly.

30. In order that the new building, currently being constructed, to meet safety standards, we

A B

decided to hire a team of experts who have been investigating construction materials and

C D

techniques.

31. Susan, known to be meticulous with her work, ensures that all of her homework

A B

assignment is always organized.

C D

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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.

32. The chef prepared a delicious meal. Then, he served it to the guests.

A. He served the guests a meal he had prepared the day before.

B. The meal was prepared by the chef before he served it.

C. The guests were served the meal by the chef as he was preparing it.

D. He didn't serve the meal to the guests because it wasn't ready yet.

33. The company aims to expand its product line. Currently, they are researching new manufacturing

methods.

A. Researching new manufacturing methods isn't a priority for the company's product line

expansion.

B. The company can't decide between expanding its product line or researching new manufacturing

methods.

C. As new manufacturing methods are being researched, its product line expansion is also a focus.

D. Expanding the product line is a priority, but researching new manufacturing methods is not.

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 34 to 38.

Experimental music has (34) ___ elicited a range of intriguing reactions from listeners. For some, it's a

(35) ___ realm of innovation and artistic freedom, pushing the boundaries of what music can be. They

appreciate the audacity and creativity behind it. On the other hand, there are those who find it perplexing

or even jarring, as it can challenge conventional notions of melody and structure. (36) ___, this diversity of

opinions reflects the very essence of experimental music – its ability to provoke thought, evoke emotion,

and spark conversation. It (37) ___ a captivating, polarizing, and ever-evolving facet of the (38) ___

landscape, forever leaving its imprint on those willing to explore its uncharted territories.

34. A. had B. been C. always D. never

35. A. amusing B. captivating C. amused D. captivated

36. A. Yet B. Moreover C. That’s why D. Therefore

37. A. contains B. reminds C. looks D. remains

38. A. beautiful B. musical C. vast D. green

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 39 to 43.

Mannerism, an art style, arose in response to the harmonious classicism and idealized naturalism of

the High Renaissance period, spearheaded by artists like Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Raphael in

the early 16th century. While these Renaissance artists had set standards for formal complexity and

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idealized beauty, Mannerist successors became obsessed with style and technique, often overshadowing

the subject matter. They prioritized intricate artistic challenges, especially depicting nudes in complex and

unnatural poses.

Mannerist art is marked by its artificiality, artiness, and a conscious pursuit of elegance and technical

prowess. Figures in Mannerist works often have elongated limbs, small heads, and stylized facial features,

with poses that appear contrived. The deep, linear perspective of the High Renaissance was replaced with a

flattened, obscured space, presenting figures as decorative forms against an ambiguous background.

Mannerist artists continually refined their work, pushing exaggeration, contrast, and grotesque

fantasies to extremes. Elements of Mannerism appeared in some of Raphael's later works, with Florence's

Rosso Fiorentino and Jacopo da Pontormo notably breaking away from Renaissance classicism.

This Mannerist style matured in the works of artists like Parmigianino, Rosso, and Pontormo, and

even influenced Michelangelo's The Last Judgement. Beyond Italy, Mannerism spread to France and

northern Europe through artists like Bronzino, Primaticcio, and others. The style's influence extended to

Bartholomaeus Spranger, Hendrik Goltzius, and Hans von Aachen. Emperor Rudolf II's patronage in

Prague further nurtured Mannerism, sometimes veering into the grotesque and enigmatic.

Mannerism, thus, represents a significant departure from the High Renaissance, characterized by its

artful and often eccentric approach to form, composition, and colour.

39. Which of the following can be the best title for the passage?

A. The Revolution of Renaissance Art

B. The High Renaissance and the Birth of Mannerism

C. A Revolution in Artistry

D. The Eccentricity of Mannerist Art

40. The word "spearheaded" in paragraph 1 mostly means _____.

A. led B. ruined C. followed D. hindered

41. According to paragraph 2, figures in Mannerist works can _____.

A. have a natural appearance B. have exaggerated proportions

C. appear harmonious and balanced D. follow the standards of classical art

42. The word “refined” in paragraph 3 mostly means _____.

A. simplified B. perfected C. repeated D. distorted

43. Which of the following is NOT TRUE according to the passage?

A. Mannerist art focused on intricate artistic challenges.

B. Mannerist artists often depicted nudes in simple poses.

C. Mannerism represented a departure from the High Renaissance.

D. Mannerism spread to France and northern Europe.

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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 44 to 50.

The advent of street photography as a distinct genre is a relatively recent development, emerging just

over half a century ago. In the early 20th century, pioneering photographers like Alfred Stieglitz explored

urban scenes, but the limitations of technology led most photographers to primarily test the camera's

capabilities and manipulate images in darkrooms for desired effects. The impulse to capture real-life
moments gained momentum with Impressionist painters in the 1880s, setting the stage for street

photography.

A pivotal moment arrived with the introduction of the Leica handheld camera in 1924. This 35-mm

film camera allowed photographers to be mobile, capturing the essence of movement. Its wide aperture

required shorter exposure times, revolutionizing outdoor photography. The Leica's rapid advancement

enabled the capture of numerous sequential shots, eliminating the need for long exposure times and

blurred movements.

Photographers like André Kertész, Henri Cartier-Bresson, and Ilse Bing, who primarily worked in

Europe in the 1930s, favoured the Leica, though they didn't necessarily label themselves as street

photographers. Instead, they identified as photojournalists, fashion photographers, or experimentalists.

Following World War II, the Leica remained a favourite, particularly among New York City

photographers, including Helen Levitt, Lisette Model, William Klein, and Roy DeCarava. Street

photography gained ground globally, with notable practitioners like Manuel Álvarez Bravo and Graciela

Iturbide in Mexico, Robert Doisneau in Paris, Josef Koudelka in Czechoslovakia, and Bill Brandt in London.

The 1960s brought a new wave of street photographers, with Lee Friedlander, Garry Winogrand, and

Diane Arbus leading the way. This generation, epitomized by the 1967 "New Documents" exhibition at the

Museum of Modern Art in New York City, demonstrated a documentary approach blended with personal

perspectives. This recognition of photography as artistry rather than mere record-keeping paved the path

for subsequent generations of street photographers worldwide, both with traditional cameras and, in the

21st century, with cell phones. Street photography continues to thrive as an art form deeply embedded in

contemporary culture.

44. Which of the following can be the best title for the passage?

A. The Leica Camera

B. The Pioneers of Urban Photography

C. The Evolution of Street Photography

D. Public Interest in Street Photography

45. The word "momentum" in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to _____.

A. force B. speed C. energy D. direction

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46. The word “Its” in paragraph 2 refers to _____.

A. Leica handheld camera B. wide aperture

C. shorter exposure times D. outdoor photography

47. The word “eliminating” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to _____.

A. decreasing B. disregarding C. eradicating D. retrieving

48. Paragraph 4 mainly discusses _____.

A. The Leica's influence on street photography in Europe

B. The Leica's popularity among New York City photographers

C. Notable street photographers from various regions

D. The documentary approach of a new wave of street photographers

49. Which of the following is NOT TRUE according to the passage?

A. The Leica handheld camera was introduced in 1924.

B. Early photographers primarily tested the camera's capabilities in darkrooms.

C. André Kertész primarily labelled himself as a street photographer.

D. The 1960s brought a new wave of street photographers.

50. Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?

A. Street photography gained momentum in the 18th century.

B. The Leica handheld camera revolutionised outdoor photography.

C. Street photography is no longer relevant in contemporary culture.

D. Lee Friedlander, Garry Winogrand, and Diane Arbus were pioneers of early street photography.

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