Part 4: Read the following passage and decide if the statements are true (T) or false (F). (5 points)

Bill Prince-Smith

Bill Prince-Smith was a farmer and a teacher and a dentist before he became a writer of children's books at the age of 60. Now, thirteen years later, he has written more than 80 books. Every day, he goes into his office and writes. In the evening, he gives the work to his wife to read. “She tells me when she doesn't like something,” says Bill. 'My ten grandchildren don't live near here but they also read my (5)             and say if they are good or bad.' And so Bill has learned what young children want to read.

Bill writes about the life in his village and on the farms near it. His fifth book is his favorite: The Sheepdog is about a farmer and the dog that helps him. “I have always liked animals,” says Bill, “and dogs are so clever, they learn very quickly.”

Last year, the book was made into a film with real animals and actors. The film-makers used the latest computer technology to make people think                                                                                                                                                                                   that the animals are speaking. Bill was very pleased with the film. “Sometimes film-makers change books, but they didn't change mine and I love the film.”

76. .......... Bill became a writer fifften years ago.

77. .......... Bill writes his books in the evening.

78. .......... Bill shows his writing to his wife.

79. ........... Bill writes about his grandchildren.

80. ........... The Sheepdog was Bill’s first book.

D – WRITING

I. Rewrite the following sentences without changing the meaning. (5 pts)

81. Could you tell me how to get to the City’s Exhibition, please?

Could you show ……………………………………………………………..

82. Hang is the tallest girl in my class.

No girl …………………………………………………………………………

83. I think you should prepare carefully for your journey.

I advise you …………………………………………………………………..

84. I have never seen a more beautiful city than Da Lat.

Da Lat is  ……………………………………………………………………..

85. Tet holidays always excite me.

I am ………………………………………………………………………….

II. How many students is the snack shop looking for?

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     A. One                         B. Two                        C. Four                        D. Three

III. Look at the signs. Choose the best answer for the question.

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     A. Alex can’t take a shower until tomorrow.

     B. Alex prefers taking a cold shower today.

     C. It is impossible to have a hot shower this morning.

     D. The plumber will repair the shower tomorrow.

IV. Topic: Helping the Environment

a. I always turn off lights when I leave a room.

b. I try to do my part to help the environment.

c. We recycle paper, plastic, and glass at home.

d. I use a reusable water bottle instead of buying plastic ones.

e. These small actions can make a big difference.

     A. b-c-a-d-e               B. a-b-c-d-e                C. e-b-c-a-d        D. c-b-a-d-e

V. Topic: My Favorite Food

a. I love the cheese and tomato sauce on top.

b. My favorite food is pizza.

c. We often make pizza at home on Friday nights.

d. Sometimes we add vegetables or meat as toppings.

e. Pizza is delicious and fun to eat with friends.

     A. e-b-a-d-c                  B. b-a-d-c-e             C. a-b-d-c-e        D. c-b-a-d-e

VI. Put the sentences (a-c) in the correct order, then fill in the blank to make a logical text.

We had planned a field trip to the science museum. Unfortunately, things didn’t go as expected. _________
a. When we arrived, we found out that the museum was closed for maintenance that day.
b. We had all been looking forward to the trip and were excited to explore the exhibits.
c. After some quick thinking, our teacher arranged an alternative visit to a local library.

       A. b-a-c       B. a-b-c            C. c-b-a                      D. b-c-a

VII. Choose the sentence that you can end the text (in Question17) most appropriately.

A. We enjoyed the library visit and learned a lot from the books and resources there.
B. We were disappointed and decided to go back to school.
C. The museum visit was postponed until the next month.
D. We had to cancel the field trip and return home.

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