Read the reading text 1 to answer questions numbers 1 up to 3.

THE RAINFOREST
The rainforest is one of the most diverse ecosystems on Earth.
It is home to millions of species of plants and animals, many of which are found nowhere else.
Rainforests are crucial for maintaining the balance of our planet's climate and atmosphere.

1. Paragraph one mainly discusses ... .

A. The number of species in the rainforest.
B. The importance of the rainforest ecosystem.
C. The geographical location of the rainforest.
D. The weather conditions in the rainforest.
2. According to the passage, why are rainforests important... .
A. They provide habitats for a limited number of species.
B. They have little impact on the Earth's climate.
C. They contribute to maintaining the planet's climate and atmosphere.
D. They are easy to replace once destroyed.
3. What is the author's intention in writing this passage?
A. To persuade people to visit rainforests for tourism.
B. To educate readers about the significance of rainforests.
C. To entertain readers with stories from the rainforest.
D. To warn people about the dangers of exploring rainforests.

Read the reading text 2 to answer questions numbers 4 up to 6.

THE GREAT WALL OF CHINA

The Great Wall of China is one of the most remarkable architectural wonders in the world. It stretches over 13,000
miles across northern China, built over several centuries to protect the Chinese states and empires against invasions and
raids by various nomadic groups and military incursions.

4. What is the main purpose of the Great Wall of China?

A. To divide China into separate states.
B. To serve as a tourist attraction.
C. To protect against invasions and raids.
D. To control the flow of trade.
5. How long is the Great Wall of China?
A. Over 1,000 miles.
B. Approximately 5,000 miles.
C. Around 10,000 miles.
D. Over 13,000 miles.
6. Why was the Great Wall of China built?
A. To showcase the power of the Chinese empire.
B. To provide employment for the Chinese population.
C. To serve as a symbol of peace and unity.
D. To defend against external threats and invasions.

Reading text 3 for questions numbers 7 up to 10.

The crisis and conflict raging in Palestine continued to dominate the headlines this week, with airstrikes and ground
attacks crippling much of the Gaza Strip and the West Bank. At least 50 Palestinians have been killed and hundreds
more injured as a result of these attacks, including many children who have fallen victim to relentless airstrikes.
According to reports from the Palestinian National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA), the ongoing humanitarian
crisis has left over 200,000 Palestinians displaced and facing threats of food shortages and lack of protection. Tens of
thousands more are experiencing serious psychological trauma due to fear and loss they have endured.
Evidence suggests that much of the conflict stems from a complex land dispute, where illegal Israeli settlements
continue to expand on Palestinian land that should be part of a fair two-state solution. These settlements not only
violate international law but also escalate tensions uncontrollably between both sides.

7. What is the text about ?

A. The ongoing crisis and conflict in Palestine
 B. The impact of airstrikes in the Gaza Strip
C. The humanitarian efforts in the West Bank
D. The history of Israeli settlements in Palestine

8. What can we infer from the text?

A. The conflict has led to an increase in international aid to Palestine.
B. The airstrikes have caused significant casualties among Palestinians.
C. The conflict in Palestine has been resolved peacefully.
D. The majority of the casualties are Israeli civilians.
9. "The ongoing humanitarian crisis has left over 200,000 Palestinians displaced..." Which word is closest in meaning to
"displaced"?
A. Relocated
B. Comforted
C. Established
D. Resolved
10. ´ "...where illegal Israeli settlements continue to expand on Palestinian land..." What is the main issue highlighted in this
sentence?
A. The construction of Palestinian settlements
B. The international recognition of Israeli territory
C. The violation of Palestinian land rights
D. The establishment of refugee camps
Reading text 4 to answer questions numbers 11 to 13.

11. The card above is best given in ... .

A. A marriage event
B. A graduation occasion
C. A house warming celebration
D. A thanksgiving day
12. Why was the card written ?
A. To warn him about his future
B. To congratulate him on his success
C. To remind him of achieving brighter opportunities
D. To encourage him to be optimistic in facing his future
13. “... wishing that brighter opportunities light up your way...”.
The underlined word is similar in meaning to ... .
A. Chances
B. Ambitions
C. Troubles
D. Dreams
Reading text 5 to answer questions numbers 14 - 17

To: All members of Taekwondo Club

From: Chairman of Taekwondo Club
Date: May, 27th 2024
Subject: Invitation to Taekwondo Club Meeting
Dear Members,
I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to inform you that we will be holding a Taekwondo Club meeting this
May, 27th 2024. Your presence and participation are highly appreciated as we discuss important matters regarding our
club's activities and future plans.
14. What is the main purpose of the Chairman's message to the Taekwondo Club members?
A. To remind members about the annual Taekwondo competition
B. To invite members to a meeting discussing the club's future activities and plans
C. To congratulate members on their recent achievements in Taekwondo
D. To announce the cancellation of the upcoming Taekwondo tournament
15. Based on the message, when is the Taekwondo Club meeting scheduled to take place?
A. May 27th, 2020
B. May 27th, 2024
C. The exact date is not mentioned in the message
D. The meeting is scheduled for next month
16. “ .... highly appreciated as we discuss important.....”
The underlined word refers to ... .
A. The chairman of the Taekwondo Club
B. The chairman, the members of the club and a book writer
C. The chairman including the members of the Taekwondo Club
D. The members of the Taekwondo Club and a book writer
17. After reading the message, what are the members of the Taekwondo Club likely to do?.
A. Prepare a presentation for the meeting
B. Attend the meeting on May 27th to discuss club matters
C. Start training for a Taekwondo competition
D. Vote for a new Chairman of the Taekwondo Club

Reading text 6 for answering questions numbers 18 to 21.

Komodo dragon is a member of the monitor family, Varanidae. It is the world’s largest living lizards. It grows to
be 10 feet (3 meters) long and weighs up to 126 kg and belong to the most ancient group of lizards still alive.
It is found mainly in the island of Komodo and on other small islands, Rinca, Padar, and Flores. The natives call
the dragon, ora, or buaya darat (land crocodile).
The Komodo dragon has a long heavy tail, short, strong legs, and rough skin. It is covered with small dull, colored
scales. It can sprint at up 18 km per hours, but only for short distances. When it opens its wide red mouth, it shows
row of teeth like the edge of a saw.
Komodo dragons are good swimmers and may swim the long distance from one island to another. Like other
lizards, they swim with their undulating tails, and their legs held against their body.
The Komodo dragon is totally carnivorous. It hunts other animals during the day. It hunts deer, wild pigs, water
buffaloes, and even horses. While smaller komodos have to be content with eggs, other lizards, snakes and
rodents. Komodo dragons are cannibals. The adult will prey on the young one as well as the old and sick dragons.
18. The writer’s purpose in writing the text above is ... .
A. To retell what has happened in Komodo Island
B. To describe Komodo Dragon in general
C. To amuse readers with the story of Komodo Dragon
D. To persuade people to keep and breed Komodo Dragon.
19. Komodo dragons are cannibals because ... .
A. they hunt wild pigs, deer, water buffaloes and even horses
B. they feed on eggs, lizards, snakes and rodents.
C. they prey on the young ones as well as old and sick dragons
D. they eat anything when they are starving
20. “ It is found mainly in the island of Komodo and on other small islands, Rinca, Padar, and Flores.”
The underlined word is equal in meaning to ... .
A. Mostly
B. Scarcely
C. Totally
 D. Severely
21. “Komodo dragons actively hunt their praise during the day.”
From the underlined phrase we can say that Komodo dragon belongs to ... animals.
A. nocturnal
B. diurnal
C. domestic
D. tame
Reading text 7 for answering questions numbers 22 to 26.

**The Greedy Monkey**

In a lush green forest, there lived a monkey who loved fruit. One sunny day, while searching for food, he stumbled
upon a fig tree laden with ripe, succulent figs. After ensuring no one was around, he climbed up and began feasting
on the delicious fruit.
"I could eat these all day!" exclaimed the monkey joyfully. "Shh! If you make too much noise, the forest ranger will
hear you," whispered a cautious parrot perched nearby.Ignoring the parrot's advice, the monkey continued to gobble
down fig after fig, his belly growing rounder with each bite. Overcome with delight, he started to dance on the
branches, shaking the tree vigorously.
"Stop! You're going to get us caught!" the parrot squawked in alarm.But the greedy monkey didn't listen. He danced
and shook the tree until, suddenly, a fig fell and hit the forest ranger who was passing by. Startled, the ranger looked
up and spotted the monkey."Gotcha!" he shouted, as he grabbed the monkey and put him in a cage.The parrot, who
had been watching from a safe distance, felt sorry for the monkey. When the ranger left, the clever bird flew down
and unlocked the cage with its beak. The monkey, now free, realized his folly and thanked the parrot for its
kindness.
22. What was the monkey's initial reaction upon finding the fig tree?
A. He was cautious.
B. He was indifferent.
C. He was ecstatic.
D. He was apprehensive.
23. The word 'feasting' in the context of the story means the monkey was ...
A. Dancing.
B. Singing.
C. Eating a lot.
D. Playing around.
24. What can we learn after we have read the story ?
A. Always listen to the advice of friends.
B. Dancing can lead to unexpected consequences.
C. Fruit trees should not be climbed.
D. Parrots are not trustworthy.
25. What does the story suggest about the parrot's character?
A. The parrot is forgetful.
B. The parrot is helpful and compassionate.
C. The parrot is greedy.
D. D. The parrot is mischievous.
26. After being freed by the parrot, what is the monkey most likely to do in the future?
A. Continue to eat figs without caution.
B. Be more careful and listen to advice.
C. Find a different tree to dance in.
D. Seek revenge on the forest ranger.
Reading text 8 for answering questions no. 27 to 30.

HOW TO MAKE BANANAS FRITTERS

Ingredients:
1. 750 grams banana 5. 1 teaspoon salt
2. 200 grams whole wheat flour 6. 450 ml water
3. 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder 7. 125 grams rice flour
4. 2 tablespoon palm sugar 8. Cooking oil
Steps:
1. First cut bananas into square small pieces about 1 centimeter
2. Mix all flour, turmeric powder, salt, palm sugar, water
3. Then stir until mixture
4. Add banana into flour dough
 5. Using a table spoon make spoon full balls
6. After that drop them into the saucepan
7. … fry them for about 4 minutes or until lightly brown

27. The text is written to ... .

A. Share ideas about bananas
B. Tell about the ingredients needed to make fried bananas
C. Tell about the way of how to make fried bananas
D. Promote fried bananas as alternative food.
28. What should we do after we cut bananas into square small pieces?
A. Fry them until they are done
B. Add bananas to flour dough
C. Stir them until they are mixed evenly
D. Mix all flour, turmeric powder, salt, palm sugar and water.
29. The correct word to complete step 7 is ... .
A. After that
B. Firstly
C. Next
D. Finally
30. Why do you think we use turmeric powder in making fried bananas ?
A. To make our fried bananas taste delicious
B. To make our fried bananas easy to cook
C. We use it as the substitute of salt
D. We use it because it is cheap and available everywhere.

Reading text 9 for answering questions numbers 31 to 33.

**Blue Ridge Essentials**

The change of our name to "Blue Ridge Essentials" from "Virginia Harvest" comes as part of a resolution with the
Virginia Farmers Coalition after their concerns about our original name. We trust this will not lead to any
misunderstanding with our valued patrons. Although this marks a departure from our original branding, our
commitment to delivering top-tier products to our customers remains steadfast.

31. What is the primary reason for the company's name change to "Blue Ridge Essentials"?
A. To reflect a new line of products
B. To resolve a dispute with the Virginia Farmers Coalition
C. To rebrand for a marketing campaign
D. To expand the company's market reach
32. The company's message is intended to ... .
A. Announce a special sale on products
B. Reassure customers about the quality of their products
C. Introduce new management
D. Launch a new product line

33. By stating "our commitment to delivering top-tier products to our customers remains steadfast," the company is
emphasizing its dedication to ... .
A. Customer service
B. Product affordability
C. Product excellence
D. Expanding product variety
Reading text 10 for answering questions no. 34 to 37
Last Thursday, I had a day that I'll never forget. The night before, I was engrossed in an online game until the early
hours, which led to me oversleeping.
The clock struck 7:45 am when I jolted awake, realizing that my class was scheduled for 8:00 am. In a rush, I
skipped my usual morning routine and dashed out the door. Normally, I'd ride my bike to class, but in a twist of fate,
I couldn't find my bike lock key. With no other choice, I opted for the bus, which inevitably took longer.
 I made it to campus by 8:20 am, panting and anxious. As I approached my classroom, I could see my professor
already deep into the lecture. I slipped in quietly, but it was too late; he noticed me, his displeasure evident. He
sternly told me I couldn't participate in the day's lesson.
It was a harsh lesson learned, and one I'm determined not to repeat.

34. What is the main lesson the writer learned from the experience?
A. Always keep spare keys for the bike lock.
B. Online gaming can lead to unforeseen consequences.
C. Time management is crucial to avoid missing important commitments.
D. Public transportation is unreliable for timely arrivals.

35. Why did the writer have to take the bus to campus?
A. The bike had a flat tire.
B. The weather was not suitable for biking.
C. The writer could not find the bike lock key.
D. The writer preferred to take the bus that day.

36. Based on the text, what change is the writer determined to make?
A. To wake up earlier for class.
B. To find a new route to campus.
C. To reduce the time spent on online games.
D. To be more discreet when entering the classroom late.

37. lecturer – The writer’s – angry – because – was – late – he –came – classroom – the – to
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
The best arrangement of the words to make a a good and meaningful sentence is ... .
A. 2-1-5-3-4-7-8-11-10-9-6
B. 7-5-3-4-2-1-8-11-10-9-6
C. 4-2-1-8-11-10-9-6-7-5-3
D. 7-5-3-4-2-8-1-10-11-6-9

38. Look at the warning below.

What do you think we should do after reading the warning ?

A. We should obey the warning in whatever condition we are
B. We should pay no attention to such a warning
C. We should share our cigarettes with other guys
D. We should enjoy our cigarettes in public places.

Read the song lyrics below to answer questions numbers 39 and 40.
 “You Raise Me Up”
Singer : Josh Groban

When I am down and, oh my soul, so weary

When troubles come and my heart burdened me
Then, I am still and wait here in the silence
Until you come and sit awhile with me
You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains
You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas
I am strong, when I am on your shoulders
You raise me up ... to more than I can be

39. What is the theme of the song ?

A. A social life
B. A love story
C. A motivation
D. A nature lover
40. “ When I am down and ,oh my soul, so weary”
“When troubles come and my heart burdened me”
From the lyric we know that the writer ... .
A. is sad
B. is doubting her or himself
C. feels so frustrated about his life
D. is so pessimistic about his or her life

*** Good Luck ***