1. Question 1: The word whose underlined part differs in pronunciation is:
   • Answer: D. identify
     (The underlined part "i" is pronounced as /aɪ/ in "identify," while in the other words it is pronounced differently.)
2. Question 2: The word whose underlined part differs in pronunciation is:
   • Answer: B. notice
     (The underlined "o" is pronounced as /əʊ/ in "notice," while in the others it is pronounced as /iː/ or /aʊ/.)

Stress Position Questions: 3. Question 3: The word that differs in primary stress position is:

• Answer: D. forecast
  (In "forecast," the stress is on the first syllable, while in the others, the stress is on the second syllable.)

1. Question 4: The word that differs in primary stress position is:
   • Answer: C. embroider
     (In "embroider," the stress is on the second syllable, while in the others, the stress is on the first syllable.)

Multiple Choice Questions: 5. Question 5: Mark: “It’s so hot today. Why don’t we go to the swimming pool?” Peter: “..............”

• Answer: C. That’s a great idea.

1. Question 6: Passover is a major Jewish ................ that occurs in spring.

   • Answer: D. celebration

2. Question 7: The .............. of living in big cities is usually higher than that in rural regions.

   • Answer: B. standard

3. Question 8: Vietnamese Independence Day, which is celebrated annually ............... September 2nd, holds great significance for all Vietnamese people.

   • Answer: B. on

4. Question 9: Not ................ another language might be the biggest mistake you ever make.

   • Answer: A. learning

5. Question 10: .......... light bulbs can help you save money on your energy bills and reduce your carbon footprint.

   • Answer: D. Energy-saving

6. Question 11: We can help the environment by ................ the lights when we leave a room.

   • Answer: B. turning off

7. Question 12: Heavy fines may ................ people from littering in public areas.

   • Answer: B. prevent

Fill in the Blanks (Questions 13-16): 13. Question 13: The English exam will (13) ......... on Monday, March 5th. - Answer: B. take place

1. Question 14: Please ensure you arrive at least 15 minutes (14) ......... to find your seats.

   • Answer: C. early

2. Question 15: Please do not bring any (15) ......... devices or notes.

   • Answer: A. electronic

3. Question 16: We look forward (16) .......... you on exam day!

   • Answer: C. to see

Put the Sentences in the Correct Order (Questions 17-18): 17. Question 17: Put the sentences (a-c) in the correct order, then fill in the blank to make a logical text. - Answer: D. b - c - a

1. Question 18: Choose the sentence that most appropriately ends the text (in Question 17).
   • Answer: A. This chemical turns into cyanide when it comes into contact with acids in the human digestive system.

Reading Comprehension (Questions 19-24): 19. Question 19: Mother’s Day is a special day to show our love and (19) ......... for our mothers. - Answer: B. appreciation

1. Question 20: There are many ways (20) ......... Mother's Day.

   • Answer: B. celebrate

2. Question 21: Some people like to give their mothers flowers, cards, or other gifts. (21) .......... like to give their mothers gifts.

   • Answer: C. Others

3. Question 22: In Japan, it is traditional to give mothers red carnations, (22) ......... are a symbol of love and gratitude.

   • Answer: C. which

4. Question 23: (23) ........... biological mothers, Mother's Day is also a day to honour mother figures, such as grandmothers, aunts, and other women.

   • Answer: B. Besides

5. Question 24: No matter how you celebrate Mother's Day, make sure to (24) .......... your mother know how much you love her.

   • Answer: B. let

Sentence Transformation (Questions 25-28): 25. Question 25: Dr. Jane Goodall started to study wild chimpanzees when she was 26 years old. - Answer: A. At the age of 26, Dr. Jane Goodall has begun her research on wild chimpanzees.

1. Question 26: You had better not use mobile phones during the workshop.

   • Answer: C. You shouldn’t use mobile phones while in the workshop.

2. Question 27: It / inconsiderate / talk / loudly / your phone / a public space / like a library / a cinema.

   • Answer: A. It is inconsiderate to talk loudly on your phone in a public space like a library or a cinema.

3. Question 28: Thu / wish / have / new bike.

   • Answer: A. Thu wishes to have a new bike.

Sign/Notice Understanding (Questions 29-30): 29. Question 29: What does the sign say? - Answer: A. You mustn’t use the horn in this area.

1. Question 30: What does the notice say?
   • Answer: B. Only members can visit the Private Rooms from 10 a.m to 2 p.m.

Reading Passage (Questions 31-36): 31. Question 31: What is the main focus of the passage? - Answer: D. The importance and threats to the Amazon rainforest

1. Question 32: Which word in the passage is CLOSEST in meaning to “threat”?

   • Answer: A. risk

2. Question 33: How long is the Amazon River?

   • Answer: C. 6,400 kilometres

3. Question 34: How much of the Amazon rainforest has been destroyed in the last 40 years?

   • Answer: B. 20 percent

4. Question 35: What human activities threaten the Amazon rainforest?

   • Answer: B. Agriculture, logging, and road construction

5. Question 36: The Amazon rainforest ................

   • Answer: C. has been damaged because of human activities

Fill in the Blanks (Questions 37-40): 37. Question 37: (37) ........ - Answer: B. is harmful to oceans and marine life

1. Question 38: (38) .........

   • Answer: D. Reducing air pollution improves the quality of the air we breathe

2. Question 39: (39) ..........

   • Answer: C. We need to protect animals from losing their habitats

3. Question 40: (40) ..........

   • Answer: A. Conserving water helps ensure that there is enough for everyone

Question 1: A. impress

• The underlined part is pronounced differently in "income" (short /ɪ/ sound).
  Answer: C. income

Question 2: B. notice

• The underlined part in "statue" and "actual" has the /tʃ/ sound, while in "creature" and "notice" it has the /s/ sound.
  Answer: A. creature

Question 3: A. parade

• Stress is on the second syllable in "parade," while it's on the first syllable in "freedom," "household," and "forecast."
  Answer: A. parade

Question 4: C. embroider

• Stress is on the second syllable in "embroider," while it's on the first syllable in the other words.
  Answer: C. embroider

Question 5:
Peter responds to a suggestion. The most appropriate answer is:
Answer: C. That’s a great idea.

Question 6:
"Passover is a major Jewish celebration that occurs in spring."
Answer: D. celebration

Question 7:
The correct term for the cost of living is the standard of living.
Answer: B. standard

Question 8:
"Vietnamese Independence Day is celebrated annually on September 2nd."
Answer: B. on

Question 9:
"Not learning another language might be the biggest mistake you ever make."
Answer: A. learning

Question 10:
"Energy-saving light bulbs can help you save money."
Answer: D. Energy-saving

Question 11:
"We can help the environment by turning off the lights."
Answer: B. turning off

Question 12:
"Heavy fines may prevent people from littering in public areas."
Answer: B. prevent

Question 13:
The exam will take place on Monday.
Answer: B. take place

Question 14:
"Arrive at least 15 minutes early."
Answer: C. early

Question 15:
"Do not bring any electronic devices."
Answer: A. electronic

Question 16:
"We look forward to seeing you on exam day."
Answer: D. to seeing

Correct order: c - b - a. The sequence logically describes the seeds, their bitterness, and the cause.
Answer: B. c - b - a

Question 18:
Ending sentence: "This chemical turns into cyanide when it comes into contact with acids in the human digestive system."
Answer: A.

Question 19:
"Show our love and appreciation."
Answer: B. appreciation

Question 20:
"There are many ways to celebrate Mother's Day."
Answer: A. to celebrate

Question 21:
"Others like to give their mothers flowers."
Answer: C. Others

Question 22:
"Red carnations, which are a symbol of love."
Answer: C. which

Question 23:
"Besides biological mothers."
Answer: B. Besides

Question 24:
"Make sure to let your mother know."
Answer: B. let

Question 25:
"Dr. Jane Goodall started studying wild chimpanzees when she was 26." Matches:
Answer: B. Dr. Jane Goodall has studied wild chimpanzees since she was 26.

Question 26:
"You had better not use mobile phones" means:
Answer: C. You shouldn’t use mobile phones while in the workshop.

Question 27:
Correct sentence construction:
Answer: A. It is inconsiderate to talk loudly on your phone in a public space like a library or a cinema.

Question 28:
Correct grammar for wishes:
Answer: A. Thu wishes to have a new bike.

Question 29:
"You mustn't use the horn in this area."
Answer: A. You mustn’t use the horn in this area.

Question 30:
"Only members can visit the private rooms from 10 a.m to 2 p.m."
Answer: B. Only members can visit the Private Rooms from 10 a.m to 2 p.m.

Question 31:
The focus is the importance and threats to the Amazon rainforest.
Answer: D. The importance and threats to the Amazon rainforest

Question 32:
The word "threat" is closest in meaning to "risk."
Answer: A. risk

Question 33:
The Amazon River is 6,400 kilometers long.
Answer: C. 6,400 kilometres

Question 34:
"20 percent of the Amazon rainforest has been destroyed."
Answer: B. 20 percent

Question 35:
Threats: agriculture, logging, and road construction.
Answer: B. Agriculture, logging, and road construction

Question 36:
The Amazon rainforest has been damaged due to human activities.
Answer: C. has been damaged because of human activities

Question 37:
"Plastic waste, which is harmful to oceans and marine life."
Answer: B. is harmful to oceans and marine life

Question 38:
"Reducing air pollution improves the quality of the air we breathe."
Answer: D. Reducing air pollution improves the quality of the air we breathe

Question 39:
"Protecting wildlife is essential. We need to protect animals from losing their habitats."
Answer: C. We need to protect animals from losing their habitats

Question 40:
"Conserving water helps ensure there is enough for everyone."
Answer: A. Conserving water helps ensure that there is enough for everyone

Pronunciation:

1. Question 1: D. identify

   • The underlined part of the word "identify" has a different pronunciation from the other words.

2. Question 2: A. creature

   • The underlined part of the word "creature" differs from the others in pronunciation.

Stress:

1. Question 3: A. parade

   • "Parade" has the stress on the second syllable, unlike the others.

2. Question 4: C. embroider

   • "Embroider" has the stress on the second syllable, while the others have it on the first.

Grammar and Vocabulary:

1. Question 5: C. That’s a great idea.

   • This is the most appropriate response to the suggestion of going to the swimming pool.

2. Question 6: D. celebration

   • "Passover is a major Jewish celebration that occurs in spring."

3. Question 7: B. standard

   • The "standard of living" is typically higher in big cities compared to rural areas.

4. Question 8: B. on

   • "Celebrated annually on September 2nd."

5. Question 9: A. learning

   • "Not learning another language might be the biggest mistake."

6. Question 10: D. Energy-saving

• "Energy-saving light bulbs help you save money."

1. Question 11: B. turning off

• "We can help by turning off the lights."

1. Question 12: B. prevent

• "Heavy fines may prevent people from littering."

Announcement Completion:

1. Question 13: B. take place

• The exam "will take place on Monday."

1. Question 14: C. early

• You need to arrive "early" to find your seats.

1. Question 15: A. electronic

• Do not bring "electronic" devices.

1. Question 16: C. to see

• "Look forward to seeing you on exam day."

Text Ordering:

1. Question 17: A. b - a - c

• "This bitter taste is a defensive feature... It comes from a substance called amygdalin... They are hard, bitter, and unpleasant."

1. Question 18: A. This chemical turns into cyanide when it comes into contact with acids in the human digestive system.

• The logical conclusion to the passage on seeds and bitterness.

Mother’s Day Passage:

1. Question 19: B. appreciation

• "To show our love and appreciation for our mothers."

1. Question 20: A. to celebrate

• "Ways to celebrate Mother's Day."

1. Question 21: C. Others

• "Some people like to give flowers, cards, or others like to give gifts."

1. Question 22: C. which

• "Red carnations, which are a symbol of love."

1. Question 23: B. Besides

• "Besides biological mothers, it's also for grandmothers, aunts, etc."

1. Question 24: B. let

• "Make sure to let your mother know how much you love her."

Sentence Rewriting:

1. Question 25: B. Dr. Jane Goodall has studied wild chimpanzees since she was 26.

• This matches the meaning of the original sentence.

1. Question 26: C. You shouldn’t use mobile phones while in the workshop.

• The best rewording of the suggestion not to use mobile phones.

1. Question 27: A. It is inconsiderate to talk loudly on your phone in a public space like a library or a cinema.

• This rephrasing correctly expresses the given information.

1. Question 28: A. Thu wishes to have a new bike.

• The correct structure for expressing a wish about something in the future.

Signs and Notices:

1. Question 29: A. You mustn’t use the horn in this area.

• The sign indicates no horn use in the area.

1. Question 30: B. Only members can visit the Private Rooms from 10 a.m to 2 p.m.

• The notice is for members only during the specified hours.

Passage on Amazon River:

1. Question 31: D. The importance and threats to the Amazon rainforest

• The main focus is on the significance of the Amazon and the threats it faces.

1. Question 32: A. risk

• "Threat" is closest in meaning to "risk."

1. Question 33: C. 6,400 kilometres

• The length of the Amazon River is 6,400 kilometres.

1. Question 34: B. 20 percent

• 20 percent of the Amazon rainforest has been destroyed.

1. Question 35: B. Agriculture, logging, and road construction

• These human activities are threatening the Amazon rainforest.

1. Question 36: C. has been damaged because of human activities

• The passage explains that the Amazon has been damaged by human activities.

Environmental Pollution Passage:

1. Question 37: B. is harmful to oceans and marine life

• Plastic waste is harmful to oceans and marine life.

1. Question 38: D. Reducing air pollution improves the quality of the air we breathe

• This statement logically follows the context of air pollution.

1. Question 39: C. We need to protect animals from losing their habitats

• Protecting wildlife is crucial, as they maintain nature's balance.

1. Question 40: A. Conserving water helps ensure that there is enough for everyone