Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from that of the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions. Question 1: A. hope B. spot C. own D. show Question 2: A. certain B. careful C. contact D. special
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of stress in each of the following questions. Question 3: A. comfort B. police C. something D. detail Question 4: A. suspicious B. behavior C. comfortable D. unpleasant
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. Question 5: The company decided to __________ production to meet the growing demand for their new product. A. take away B. look at C. speed up D. go on Question 6: Jill won’t go home __________. A. after she had completed the report B. since she completed the report C. when she completed the report D. until she has completed the report Question 7: My mother _________ the clothes to dry outside when it suddenly started to rain. A. was hanging B. will hang C. hangs D. is hanging Question 8: She has felt much better _________ her new exercise routine. A. when started B. since she has started C. when she started D. since starting Question 9: He speaks about his future as if he _________ any chance to live. A. didn’t have B. has C. haven’t D. has
Read the following advertisement/school announcement 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 from 10 to 15. Triumph Over Adversity: Inspiring Success Stories (10) __________ about a time you overcame a significant challenge? Our latest series features incredible individuals who faced obstacles head-on and emerged victorious. These stories of resilience and (11) __________ will inspire and motivate you to tackle your own challenges. Join us in celebrating their achievements and learn how you too can turn adversity (12) __________ success. Discover their journeys at www.triumphstories.com.
Question 10: A. Could you tell me B. Do you know
C. I'd like to know D. Can you explain Question 11: A. determined B. determination C. determine D. determining Question 12: A. onto B. for C. into D. about
Celebrating Our Milestones: 5, 10, and 15 Years of Excellence!
We're honoring our long-serving employees! Would you mind telling me (13) __________ a milestone this year? Join us (14) __________ on Friday, June 14th, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Grand Ballroom, City Hotel. * Venue: Grand Ballroom, City Hotel * Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM * Dress code: Smart casual Please RSVP by June 1st. (15) __________ celebrating 5, 10, or 15 years with us will receive special recognition. Let's come together to applaud our dedicated team members!
Question 13: A. if you're reaching B. when you reach
C. that you reached D. whether you reach Question 14: A. as we will celebrate B. while we celebrate C. when we celebrate D. until celebrating Question 15: A. Employers B. Employees C. Managers D. Directors
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to make a meaningful paragraph/letter in each of the following questions. Question 16: a. Last summer, I spent two unforgettable weeks in France. On the first day, we arrived in Paris and immediately visited the Eiffel Tower. b. On our final evening, we watched a beautiful sunset over the Mediterranean, reflecting on our amazing journey. c. By the end of the week, we had visited Notre-Dame and taken a boat tour on the Seine. d. The next morning, we explored the Louvre Museum, spending hours admiring the artwork. e. During the second week, we traveled to the south of France. We spent three days in Nice, enjoying the beaches and local cuisine.
A. a-c-e-b-d B. b-d-c-e-a C. a-b-c-e-d D. a-d-c-e-b
Question 17: a. Best wishes, b. Koo does a lot of charity work too. He's won many awards for acting. c. Dear Harris, how are you? I just learned about a famous Hong Kong actor named Louis Koo. d. He's been in over 70 films! Some popular ones are "Election" and "Overheard". e. Did you know about him? I think his movies sound interesting. Maybe we could watch one together sometime! f. He was born in 1970 and started as a model. In the 1990s, he became a TV star, then moved to movies.
A. c-d-b-f-e-a B. c-f-d-b-e-a C. c-f-b-e-d-a D. c-e-f-d-b-a
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 from 18 to 23. If you haven't got time to go travelling, you can still enjoy it (18) __________. Here are two of the most interesting and unusual globetrotters online! First, meet Sarah, a solo female traveler from Canada. Sarah's blog, "Wanderlust Woman," is full of breathtaking photos and engaging stories from her adventures around the world. (19) __________, exploring the markets in Marrakech, and diving in the Great Barrier Reef. Sarah also shares useful travel tips, like how to pack light and find cheap flights. (20) __________. Next, there's Tom, an adventure-loving chef from Australia. His blog, "Tom's Tasty Travels," combines his passion for food and travel. Tom travels to different countries, sampling local dishes and learning how to cook them. (21) __________, he always finds local chefs to teach him their recipes. Tom also includes videos of him cooking with locals, offering a unique glimpse into different cultures. His enthusiasm for food and travel is contagious, making readers eager to try new flavors and destinations. Following these bloggers allows you to experience the excitement of travel from the comfort of your home. You might not be able to pack your bags and go on a trip (22) __________, but through their blogs, you would feel (23) __________.
Question 18: A. by following a traveler's experiences on their blog
B. to follow a traveler's experiences on their blog C. since following a traveler's experiences on their blog D. when you following a traveler's experiences on their blog Question 19: A. He writes about hiking in the Andes B. She writes to hiking in the Andes C. She writes about hiking in the Andes D. He writes to hiking in the Andes Question 20: A. Which means you can learn about different places and cultures for her experiences B. This means you can learn about different places and cultures from her experiences C. It means you can learn with different places and cultures from her experiences D. Meaning she can learn about different places and cultures from your experiences Question 21: A. When she visits a new place B. While he visits a new place B. While she is visiting a new place D. When he visits a new place Question 22: A. since having more free time B. as soon as you have more free time C. once you will have more free time D. until you have more free time Question 23: A. as if you are exploring the world right alongside them B. as though they are exploring the world right alongside you C. if you explore the world right alongside them D. like they exploring the world right alongside you
Read the following email 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 from 24 to 28. Dear Hotel Manager, I recently stayed at your hotel from November 5th to November 7th in room 305. I chose your hotel because of its excellent reviews and convenient location. (24) __________, my experience was not as expected. When I arrived, the room was not ready, and I had to wait for an hour. The room was not clean and there were stains on the carpet and bed sheets. I reported this to the front desk, (25) __________ I was assured it would be taken care of, but nothing was done. Additionally, the air conditioning was not working properly, making the room uncomfortably hot. I requested (26) __________ room, but was told the hotel was fully booked. The next morning, breakfast service was delayed, and several items were missing from the buffet. I am very disappointed with the service I received. I hope you can (27) __________ these issues to improve the experience for future guests. Thank you for your (28) __________ to this matter. Sincerely, Gemma Winters
Question 24: A. However B. Moreover C. Therefore D. Although
Question 25: A. which B. when C. where D. what Question 26: A. other B. every C. others D. another Question 27: A. address B. ignore C. forget D. consider Question 28: A. attendance B. carefulness C. negligence D. attention
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 29 to 33. Isaac Newton (1643-1727) and Albert Einstein (1879-1955) are regarded as two of the most important scientists of all times. They also share some similarities. Both men made groundbreaking discoveries that changed our understanding of the universe. Newton was an English physicist and mathematician. He explained how objects move on Earth and in space. His most famous work was about gravity. Newton showed that the same force that makes an apple fall from a tree also keeps the moon orbiting the Earth. He also invented calculus, a type of advanced mathematics. Einstein, born in Germany, was a theoretical physicist. He is best known for his theory of relativity, which changed how we think about space, time, and gravity. Einstein also explained how light behaves and helped develop quantum theory. His famous equation, E=mc², shows that energy and mass are related. Both scientists were excellent at mathematics and used it to explain natural phenomena. They were also very curious and always asked questions about how things work. Newton and Einstein both faced challenges in their lives but never gave up on their research. Their discoveries have had a huge impact on science and technology. We use Newton's laws to send rockets into space, while Einstein's theories help GPS systems work correctly. Both men received many honors for their work during their lifetimes and are still celebrated today. Although they lived in different times, Newton and Einstein's contributions continue to shape our world and inspire new generations of scientists.
Question 29: What would be the best title for the passage? A. The Life and Times of Isaac Newton B. The Theory of Relativity C. Groundbreaking Scientists: Newton and Einstein D. The Development of Calculus Question 30: What does the word "groundbreaking" in the passage mostly mean? A. old-fashioned B. revolutionary C. insignificant D. typical Question 31: What is Newton's most famous work about? A. calculus B. light behavior C. gravity D. GPS systems Question 32: What issue is NOT mentioned as a similarity between Newton and Einstein, according to the passage? A. Both were excellent at mathematics B. Both faced challenges in their lives C. Both invented a type of mathematics D. Both were very curious Question 33: What does the word "their" in paragraph 4 refer to? A. questions B. scientists C. challenges D. lives
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 34 to 40. After years of studying and preparing, the day had finally arrived for Sam to leave home and start his new job abroad. He had accepted an exciting position with an international company based in a city halfway across the world. Sam was a mix of emotions - thrilled about the career opportunity, but also nervous about moving so far away from everything familiar. As Sam boarded the plane, he looked back at his hometown one last time through the tiny window. He had lived there his whole life surrounded by family, friends, favorite restaurants and hangout spots. Now he was leaving that cozy world behind and venturing out into the unknown. A bit of fear crept in wondering if he had made the right decision. The flight seemed to last forever, but at last Sam arrived at his destination - a massive, bustling city that dwarfed anything he had ever experienced. The air smelled different, the traffic was intense, and he couldn't interpret any of the signs and advertisements everywhere he looked. Sam felt like a small fish in an enormous pond. But Sam tried his best to stay positive and open-minded. This was exactly the kind of new challenge he had been seeking to grow and prove himself. He checked into his small apartment, which seemed tiny but would be his home base to explore from. That first evening, Sam wandered the streets and alleys near his place. The smells of delicious foreign foods wafted through the air. The people all looked and dressed differently than what he was accustomed to, but they also seemed just as friendly. This great new world Sam found himself in would take a lot of adjustment. But he was committed to immersing himself, learning the language and customs, making new friends, and ultimately finding success and fulfillment in his career and life here. He knew it wouldn't be easy, but Sam felt ready for the adventures awaiting him out in the world.
Question 34: Which of the following could be the best title for the passage? A. Sam's Journey Abroad B. Life in a New City C. The Challenge of Sam’s New Job D. Leaving Home Forever Question 35: The word "cozy" in paragraph 2 is opposite in meaning to ________. A. uncomfortable B. cramped C. welcoming D. spacious Question 36: The word “dwarfed” in paragraph 3 is opposite in meaning to ________. A. minimized B. expanded C. diminished D. reduced Question 37: Which of the following is NOT stated in paragraph 2? A. Sam felt a bit of fear about his decision. B. Sam had lived his whole life in his hometown. C. Sam was excited to explore new opportunities. D. Sam looked at his hometown one last time through the window. Question 38: The word "they" in paragraph 4 refers to ________. A. foods B. streets C. alleys D. people Question 39: According to the passage, Sam ________. A. was unhappy about leaving his hometown. B. Found his new apartment spacious. C. was determined to adapt to his new life. D. Knew the language and customs of the new city. Question 40: It can be inferred from the passage that Sam ________. A. preferred his hometown over the new city. B. was not prepared for the cultural differences. C. expected to find the new job challenging. D. wanted to return home soon.
