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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. eats B. tapes C. lives D. cooks

2. A. official B. collect C. collapse D. colony

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks

Notice: Trang Tien Bridge Construction Dear Students, We want to tell you about the building of the Trang Tien Bridge in Hue. In the early 20th century, Hue was seeing a lot of changes. During this time, the workers were busy building (1) _______ Trang Tien Bridge, which would become an important part of the city. The workers were working hard to put up the bridge's parts and make sure everything was correct. While they (2) _______on the bridge, many people (3) _______ Hue wished for the bridge could be finished faster. By the end of the project, the bridge had changed the city’s look and helped people travel better. People were proud of the new bridge and hoped it would be a symbol of Hue’s progress.

Question 1. A. a B. an C. the D. no article

Question 2. A. worked B. were working C. has worked D. had worked

Question 3. A. in B. of C. at D. from

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.

6. The teacher, together with 30 students, are going to attend a party this Saturday evening.

A B C D

7. In spite of John came to the show late due to the heavy rain, he could see the main part of the show.

A B C D

8. Energy-saving bulbs should use to save electricity.

A B C D

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

9. Traffic rules _______ by all people.

A. must be obeyed B. must obey C. must obeyed D. must have obeyed

10. There you are! I _______ for two hours. Where have you been?

A. am waiting B. wait C. waited D. have been waiting

11. The weather was _______ bad _______ we couldn’t go out.

A. such/that B. too/that C. such a/that D. so/that

12. It took him three weeks _______ how to swim.

A. learn B. learning C. to learn D. to learning

13. I couldn’t go to the party _______ a sudden cold.

A. because B. because of C. in spite of D. although

14. After a lot of difficulties, he _______ to open the door.

A. succeeded B. could C. tried D. managed

15. Hurry up! They have only got _______ seats left.

A. a little B. a few C. a lot of D. plenty of

16. The people _______ live in Greece speak Greek, don’t they?

A. whom B. who C. which D. where

17. A(n)______ is a sudden, violent shaking of the earth’s surface.

A. snowstorm B. earthquake C. volcano D. typhoon

18. According to the weather _________ , it will be raining tonight.

A. prediction B. information C. announcement D. forecast

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.

19. Mary: "Thank you for a lovely evening."

- Peter: " ______________."

A. You're welcome B. Have a good day C. Cheers D. Thanks

20. Student 1: "I think we should take a shower instead of a bath to save energy."

-Student 2: "__________"

A. Yes, I'd love to. B. Great! Let's do that.

C. Yes, thanks. D. I'm sorry, I can't.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following questions.

21. Tourists today flock to see the two falls that actually constitute Niagara falls.

A. come without knowing what they will see B. come in large numbers

C. come out of boredom D. come by plane

22.She is always diplomatic when she deals with angry students.

A. strict B. outspoken C. firm D. tactful

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.

23. His career in the illicit drug trade ended with the police raid this morning .

A. elicited B. irregular C. secret D. legal

24. A chronic lack of sleep may make us irritable and reduces our motivation to work.

A. uncomfortable B. responsive C. calm D. miserable

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.

My Unforgettable Zoo Trip

Last summer, I visited (1) _____ zoo with my family, and it was an unforgettable experience. We spent the whole day there. First, we went to see the elephants. They were enormous and made (2) _______ noise with their trunks. (3) _______, the highlight of my visit was the lion exhibit. The huge male lion was basking in the sun and let out a powerful roar that rumbled the ground. It was thrilling and a little frightening. Getting so close to these amazing animals was truly special. The trip made me appreciate nature and the wonders of the animal kingdom. It was a fantastic day full of new sights and sounds that I will always cherish.

We have (4) _______ many new experiences on our trip to the zoo. I have (5) ______ a deeper appreciation for nature since that visit to the zoo.

1.A. a B. the C. an D. some

2.A. a B. some C. many D. few

3.A. Although B. Despite C. Moreover D. Because

4.A. had B. been having C. have D. has

5.A. developed B. developing C. develop D. develops

Read the following passage and mark the1 letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

A long time ago, France was a country with a lot of history. In the 19th century, France was known for its beautiful cities and many important events. While people in France were living their daily lives, the country was also going through many changes.

In the early 1800s, while wars were happening across Europe, France was involved in these conflicts. People in France were living under Napoleon Bonaparte, who wanted to make the French Empire larger. The French people were facing many problems, including food shortages and the worries of war.

In the 1870s, while France was rebuilding after the wars, the country was also working on growing its industries. Factories were being built, and many people moved from the countryside to cities to find work. The French government was trying to make the economy better and improve life for everyone. People hoped these changes would bring a better future.

By the early 20th century, France was famous for its art and science. While many French artists and scientists were working hard, they wished they had more help from the government. They hoped their work would be recognized and appreciated in France and around the world.

France’s history is full of important changes. As people in France were adjusting to new developments, they looked back with pride at their achievements and hoped for more progress in the future.

Question 1: What is the main idea of the passage?

A. The difficulties faced by France in the 19th century B. The changes and developments in France over time C. The contributions of French artists and scientists D. The impact of World War I on France

Question 2: The word "problems" in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to _____.

A. difficulties B. solutions C. benefits D. pleasures

Question 3: According to the passage, how did people in France respond to the changes in the 1870s?

A. They moved to cities for work B. They stayed in rural areas C. They were expanding the empire D. They avoided industrial jobs

Question 4: The word "recognized" in the passage could be best replaced by which of the following?

A. ignored B. noticed C. hidden D. criticized

Question 5: According to the passage, which statement is NOT true about France in the early 20th century? A. France was known for its contributions to art and science B. French artists and scientists received a lot of support from the government C. The people of France looked back with pride at their achievements D. The country was adapting to new developments

Question 6: The word "better" in the passage is opposite in meaning to ________.

A. worse B. more C. less D. different

Question 7: What did French artists and scientists wish for in the early 20th century?

A. More help from the government B. Less recognition C. More time away from their work D. Less involvement in art and science

Mark letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to the original sentence in each of the following questions.

33. David felt sick from eating too many green apples.

A. David felt sick because he has eaten a lot of green apples.

B. David felt sick because he has eaten so many green apples.

C. David felt sick because there were too many green apples he ate.

D. David felt sick because he had eaten too many green apples.

34. Charlie said, "Nora and Jim are getting married tomorrow”.

A. He said that Nora and Jim are getting married tomorrow

B. He said that Nora and Jim were getting married the next day.

C. He said that Nora and Jim were getting married tomorrow.

D. He said that Nora and Jim are getting married the next day.

35. I don't know the answer, so I can't tell it to you.

A. If I knew the answer, I wouldn't tell it to you.

B. If I knew the answer, I would tell it to you.

C. If I knew the answer, I will tell it to you.

D. If I had known the answer, I would tell it to you

36. When did you last ride a bike?

A. What time is it since you ride a bike?

B. How long is it since you last rode a bike?

C. How much time did you ride a bike?

D. How often did you ride a bike?

37. The day was so cold that we stayed indoors.

A. It was such cold a day that we stayed indoors.

B. It was such a cold day that we stayed indoors.

C. It was a so cold day that we stayed indoors.

D. It was a cold day so that we stayed indoors.

38. I am sorry that I didn't learn English when I was younger.

A. I regret not to have learned English when I was younger.

B. I regret not to be learned English when I was younger.

C. I regretted not to learn English when I was younger.

D. I wish that I had learned English when I was younger.

39. Someone has robbed the bank near our house.

A. The bank have been robbed near our house.

B. The bank near our house has been robbed.

C. The bank near our house had been robbed.

D. The bank near our house has robbed

40. I'm grateful that you helped my brother do that work.

A. Thank you for helping my brother do that work.

B. Thank you about helping my brother do that work.

C. Thank you because you helped me do that work.

D. Thank you that you help my brother do that work