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UNIT 2 – A MULTICULTURAL WORLD – TEST 2

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. staple B. tasty C. Japan D. labor
Question 2: A. culture B. costume C. custom D. tourist
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate that it differs from the other three in the position of stress
in each of the following questions.
Question 3: A. restaurant B. instrument C. festival D. confusion
Question 4: A. celebrate B. encourage C. captivate D. globalize
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: One of ___ most common traditions during ___ Mid-Autumn Festival is admiring the full moon.
A. the/ the B. a/ the C. the/ a D. the/ no article
Question 6: Minh Nhi used to experience ___ cultural shock when he traveled to ____ US.
A. a/the B. the/the C. no article/the D. a/an
Question 7: Alice feels so proud to be ____ top designer.
A. a B. an C. the D. no article
Question 8: Michael Jackson is ____ artist who comes from America.
A. a B. an C. the D. no article
Question 9: The young artist decided to ________ tradition and experiment with a bold new abstract style.
A. break down B. break up C. break through D. break with
Read the following 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
SCHOOL CULTURAL EVENT
Dear Students,
I am excited to announce that our school will be hosting a Cultural Festival this Friday from 3:00 to
6:00 PM.
Here are some of the highlights of the event:
● International food court: Sample delicious dishes from around the world, which (13)____ by our
students.
● Cultural performances: Enjoy traditional music, and performances from various countries and
(14)_____.
● Costume contest: Dress up in traditional attire from your culture and enter our costume contest.
We look forward to seeing you at (15)_____ Cultural Festival and celebrating the diversity that makes
our school community so special!

Question 13: A. preparing B. prepared C. is prepared D. are prepared

Question 14: A. cultures B. lifestyles C. costumes D. festivities
Question 15: A. a B. an C. the D. no article
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. For example, I have tried food from many different countries, like sushi from Japan and tacos from Mexico.
b. Cultural globalization is an interesting topic. It means that different cultures from around the world are becoming more
connected.
c. Overall, I think that cultural globalization has a positive effect that helps us understand more about other countries.
d. I think this is great because it gives me a chance to experience new flavors and learn about other cultures.
e. This is a good thing because it allows people to learn about other cultures and try new things.
A. b-e-a-d-c B. b-a-e-d-c C. a-e-d-b-c D. d-c-a-e-b
Question 17:
a. Hi Minh Phat,
b. The rice cakes were really chewy and the fish cakes were crispy. The spicy sauce was a little bit hot, but it
had a really good flavor.
c. Have you ever tried tteokbokki or any other Korean dishes? Let me know what you think!
d. It was different from anything I've had before, but in a good way. I think I'm going to try some more Korean
food soon.

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e. I just tried tteokbokki for the first time and I wanted to tell you about it!
f. Your best friend,
A. a-b-c-e-d-f B. a-c-b-d-e-f C. a-e-b-d-c-f D. a-d-e-b-c-f
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.
(18)_____, eat when the locals do. In other words: eat early. Everything gets curiously quiet after
Vietnam’s mealtimes are over, and it can be hard to find a satisfying option. On the other hand, eating together
with the locals is guaranteed fun each time.
Strike out just after sunrise for (19)___, hearty rice porridge, or sticky rice cakes dipped in peanuts. The
areas near markets are prime spots for morning vendors (20)____, market sellers, and locals heading to work.
Vietnam’s lunch stalls open for business (21)_____. Look for the ever-reliable “cơm bình dân”: A
choose-it-yourself eatery with an array of family-style dishes — fluffy omelette, garlicky greens, caramelised
fish and roasted pork — laid out for display and heaped on plates of hot rice. (So good!)
Come 5pm, Vietnam’s restaurants and stalls begin spreading (22)_____ on the sidewalk for the dinner
crowd. The hours between 6pm and 8pm are your sweet spot for flaming hotpots, grilled seafood and barbecue
sessions (23)_____. The busier the stall, the more likely it’s worth the wait.
(Adapted from https://vietnam.travel)
Question 18: A. To find the best food in Vietnam B. Finding a best food in Vietnam
C. When finding good ones in Vietnam D. In Vietnam, to find a best food
Question 19: A. an unforgettable bowls of piping hot noodles,
B. the bowls of piping hot noodles that are forgettable,
C. unforgettable bowls of piping hot noodles
D. bowls of piping hot noodles that make you forget,
Question 20: A. that feed a school children B. that school children are fed
C. which feed school children D. who feed school children
Question 21: A. between 11:30am to 1pm B. from 11:30am and 1pm
C. between 11:30am from 1pm D. from 11:30am to 1pm
Question 22: A. its stools B. their stools C. his stools D. her stools
Question 23: A. in the balmy evening B. in an balmy evening C. in a balmy evening D. in balmy evening
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.
THE BORYEONG MUD FESTIVAL
The Boryeong Mud Festival is an annual festival which (24)_____ place during the summer in Boryeong, a town around
200 km south of Seoul, South Korea. The first Mud Festival was staged in 1998 and, by 2007, the festival (25)_____ 2.2
million visitors to Boryeong.
The mud is taken from the Boryeong mud flats, and trucked to the Daecheon beach area, where it is used as the
centrepiece of the 'Mud Experience Land'. The mud is considered rich in minerals and used to manufacture cosmetics. The
festival was originally conceived as a marketing vehicle for Boryeong mud cosmetics and (26)_____ cosmetic brands.
(27)_____ the festival occurs over a period of around two weeks, it is most famous for its final weekend, (28)_____ is
popular with Korea's western population. The final weekend of the festival is normally on the second weekend in July.
(Adapted from https://en.wikipedia.org)
Question 24: A. takes B. gets C. has D. makes
Question 25: A. identified B. confused C. celebrated D. captivated
Question 26: A. others B. other C. another D. the other
Question 27: A. Because B. Due to C. Although D. Despite
Question 28: A. which B. that C. when D. whom
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
Over the past few decades, the term ‘Hallyu’, which translates to “Korean Wave”, has made its way to
the global stage. The rapid growth of the Hallyu market owes its success to meticulously crafted domestic
cultural strategies and unwavering government support. Following the Asian financial crisis in 1997, President
Kim Dae-jung envisioned a national cultural strategy to revive the economy. Since then, South Korea’s cultural
industry has been on an upward tendency. Amongst the latest ranking of most-subscribed-to YouTube
accounts, BLACKPINK secures the global top spot of artists, followed by BTS in second place and Justin

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Bieber in third place. The exportation of cultural industries vividly showcases the escalating influence of
Hallyu, now a trump card for South Korea in improving its soft power.
BLACKPINK’s recent presence at Buckingham Palace is not the first time South Korean idol groups
have stepped onto the diplomatic stage. Thanks to the huge fan base and influence of these groups, they have
become a common sight before foreign affairs visits and leader summits. Back in May 2022, BTS held an
audience with US President Joe Biden at the White House, discussing matters concerning anti-Asian hate and
racial discrimination. According to the ‘2021 National Image Survey’ by the South Korean Ministry of Culture,
Sports, and Tourism, a striking 80.5% of foreigners positively evaluated South Korea’s national image.
Undoubtedly, the Hallyu wave molds South Korea’s national image on their political and cultural fronts.
(Adapted from https://uclpimedia.com)
Question 29: What is the best title for the passage?
A. Korean culture and tradition across the world.
B. The presence of idol groups in Buckingham Palace.
C. BLACKPINK and BTS – the most successful idol groups.
D. Hallyu wave - the global popularity of South Korean culture
Question 30: According to the passage, what does “Hallyu” mean?
A. the global stage B. cultural strategies C. Korean Wave D. Korean idol groups
Question 31: The word "tendency" in the first paragraph is closest in meaning to _________.
A. trend B. origin C. diversity D. custom
nd
Question 32: The word "their" in the 2 paragraph refers to _________.
A. national image’s B. South Korea’s C. the Hallyu’s D. foreigners’
Question 33: According to the passage, which of these statements is NOT mentioned?
A. There was a financial crisis in Asia in 1997. B. BTS had a meeting with the American President.
C. Blackpink was in Buckingham Palace. D. Most foreigners underestimate South Korea.
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.
Spoken by 68 million people in the world, Italian is the only official language of two countries (Italy
and...can you guess the second one? The answer is at the end of this passage!) and one of the official languages
of the European Union, the Vatican, and Switzerland.
As we have mentioned before, from a linguistic perspective Italian is a neo-Latin as known as romance
language, and its history is intertwined with poetry and literature. We owe to Dante Alighieri and his Divina
Commedia - written in his native Florentine language - the standardization of Italian, which soon became the
commonly spoken language among educated people all over the not-yet-become country.
Despite its celebrity, Italian is not the only language spoken in Italy. The Italian state recognizes not
less than 12 linguistic minorities, even though only three are actually in use in public schools in the areas of
interest: French in the Valle d’Aosta, German in the Bolzano province, and Slovenian in the Trieste province.
In addition, Italy is the land of another great linguistic abundance: dialects. According to the UN, 29
dialects are spoken in the country, with the National Statistic Institute estimating that 14% of Italians only speak
a local dialect, and another 32,2% alternatively use Italian and a dialect depending on context.
The mix of Italian and dialects is not only part of the daily lives of many Italians, but also influences a
big part of Italian literature both of ancient and modern times. Some examples include Carlo Goldoni, Carlo
Emilio Gadda or, more recently, Andrea Camilleri, author of the Commissario Montalbano saga.
And now, the solution to our riddle is…the little Republic of San Marino! Did you guess?
(Adapted from https://www.berlitz.com)
Question 34: What is the best title of the passage?
A. People in Italy and their customs. B. Italian language and literature.
C. Italian is an international language. D. The most spoken language.
Question 35: From a linguistic perspective, Italian is _____________.
A. a Latin language B. romance language C. intertwined with poetry D. Florentine language
Question 36: The word "his" in the 2nd paragraph refers to _________.
A. Divina’s B. Dante’s C. Florentine’s D. Italy’s
rd
Question 37: The word "celebrity" in the 3 paragraph is closest in meaning to_________.
A. speciality B. festivity C. popularity D. nationality
Question 38: The word "abundance" in the 4th paragraph is opposite in meaning to_________.

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A. shortage B. costume C. anxiety D. diversity
Question 39: According to the passage, which of the following is NOT mentioned?
A. There are other languages spoken in Italy. B. Over one tenth of Italians only speak a local dialect.
C. Andrea Camilleri used dialects in his work. D. Italian is an official language of the US.
Question 40: According to the passage, Italy is the only official language of Italy and ________.
A. Republic of San Marino B. European Union C. the Vatican D. Switzerland
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, Cor D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions from 34 to 40.
Nguyen Du is a celebrated Vietnamese poet who wrote in Chữ Nôm, the ancient writing script of Viet Nam. His
poetry is celebrated for the directness of its language and of its metaphors. Despite a number of Vietnamese
poets pre-dated him, Nguyen Du is considered by many Vietnamese to be the founding-figure of Vietnamese
literature. His epic poem Truyen Kieu (The Tale of Kieu), relating the brief and tragic life of a Vietnamese girl,
is considered as a masterpiece.
Nguyen Du was born in 1765 in Tien Dien village, Nghi Xuan district, Nghe Tinh province, Viet Nam. By the
age of 13, Nguyen had lost both of his parents, and for most of his teenage years he lived with his brother or
with his brother-in-law.
At the age of 19, Nguyen passed the provincial examination. After that, he was appointed to the position of a
military advisor in the Trinh army. After the Trinh Lords were defeated in 1786 by Nguyen Hue, Nguyen Du
refused to serve in the new administration. He was arrested and held for some time before he moved back to his
native village in the northern part of the country.
Later, when yet another warlord, Nguyen Anh, ruled Viet Nam in 1802, Nguyen Du agreed to serve in his
administration. At first, he was given his old post of military advisor but after a decade, he was promoted to an
ambassador to China in 1813.
While in China, he discovered and translated the Ming dynasty era tale "Kim Van Kieu" that would become the
basis for the Tale of Kieu. He was later appointed to two more missions to Beijing, but before he could depart
for the last one, he died of a long illness for which he refused treatment in 1820.
Nguyen Du's father worked as a minister for the Lê dynasty, and his family did well during this time. However,
Nguyen Du spent much of his life feeling guilty because he worked for a new ruler who took over, and he
thought this was a betrayal of the true leaders of Viet Nam. He believed this brought dishonour to him and his
family.
Adapted from https://www.newworldencyclopedia.org/entry/Nguy%E1%BB%85n_Du
Question 34: Which of the following can be the best title for the passage?
A. Nguyen Du: Life and Career B. The Tale of Kieu: A Masterpiece in Vietnamese Literature
C. Vietnamese Warlords and Their Rule D. The Life Challenges of Nguyen Du
Question 35: The word “masterpiece” in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to ________.
A. genius B. neglect C. account D. treasure
Question 36: Which of the following is stated in paragraph 3 about Nguyen Du?
A. He refused to hold the position of an ambassador to China in 1813.
B. He worked as military advisor under Nguyen Anh’s rule in 1802.
C. He translated the tale “Kim Van Kieu" and wrote the Tale of Kieu in 1813.
D. He died of an illness after completing two more missions to Beijing in 1820.
Question 37: The word “appointed” in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to ________.
A. resigned B. devoted C. selected D. defeated
Question 38: The word "one” in paragraph 4 refers to ________.
A. post B. mission C. tale D. ambassador
Question 39: Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?
A. Nguyen Du's father was a military advisor in the Trinh army.
B. Nguyen Du disagreed to serve in Nguyen Hue's administration.
C. Nguyen Du passed the provincial examination in 1784.
D. Nguyen Du died of a long illness in spite of medical treatment.
Question 40 Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?
A. He considered himself the founding figure of Vietnamese literature.
B. He did not face any hardships after losing his parents at a young age.
C. Nguyen Du felt guilty for serving who he perceived to be a wrong ruler.
D. Nguyen Du played the same role in Trinh Army and under Nguyen Hue’s rule.
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TRƯỜNG THPT SỐ 2 MỘ ĐỨC ĐỀ THI THỬ GIỮA KÌ 1 NĂM HỌC 2024 – 2025
TỔ: NGOẠI NGỮ MÔN: TIẾNG ANH LỚP 12
Thời gian làm bài: 50 phút
ĐỀ SỐ 3
MULTIPLE CHOICE (7 POINTS)
Circle the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in
pronunciation in each of the following questions.
Question 1. A. mountain B. smoke C. throw D. follow
Question 2. A. boat B. loaf C. soap D. crown
Circle the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary
stress in each of the following questions.
Question 3. A. contain B. discuss C. remind D. practice
Question 4. A. chemical B. efficient C. natural D. possible
Circle the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Question 5. Dang Thuy Tram _____ her diary while she was working in a field hospital during the war.
A. wrote B. was writing C. was wrote D. is writing
Question 6. She prefers to commute by __________ bicycle to reduce her carbon footprint.
A. Ø B. the C. a D. an
Question 7. The future of sustainable agriculture depends ______ adopting organic farming practices and
reducing chemical use.
A. in B. on C. for D. at
Question 8. Calculating your carbon footprint is necessary, _________ allows you to understand your impact on
the environment.
A. which B. that C. where D. what
Question 9. It is believed that Beethoven _____ in Vienna at the age of 56 after suffering from liver disease.
A. passed away B. carried out C. went away D. dropped out
Read the following advertisement / notice and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct option that
best fits each of the numbered blanks from 10 to 15.
DISCOVER THE UK: WHERE TRADITION MEETS INNOVATION!
1. Activities:
- Enjoy snippets of Shakespearean brilliance with our mini-theater performances.
- Learn the art of British tea-drinking etiquette in our interactive workshop.
- Dive (10) ________ British history and traditions with a live session on royal heritage.
2. Landmark Showcase:
- Marvel at a miniature model of (11) ________ historic Tower of London.
- Explore the mystery of Stonehenge through captivating (12) ________ displays.
- Take a virtual tour of Buckingham Palace, the iconic symbol of British royalty.
3. Contact
For inquiries, contact us at 51476329 or visit our booth at Booth 85. Join us for an unforgettable journey
into the heart of the United Kingdom!

Question 10. A. into B. of C. down D. from

Question 11. A. a B. an C. the D. Ø
Question 12. A. information B. informationally C. informational D. inform
Calling All Storytellers!
Do you know someone (13)_____ inspires you to be your best self? Then share their story in our
'Inspiring People' contest! Write a short story (up to 500 words) about the person who inspires you and
the influence they have (14)_____on your journey. The winning story will be chosen by a panel of
judges and announced in the school newsletter. The winner will also receive a prize! (15)_____ are due
March 20th. Don't miss out on this chance to celebrate your hero and inspire others! Should you need
more information and submission guidelines, see Ms.Johnson in the library.

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Question 13. A. that B. whom C. whose D. which
Question 14. A. executed B. expected C. exerted D. excerpted
Question 15. A. submit B. submissive C. submissively D. submissions
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to make a meaningful
paragraph/letter in each of the following questions.
Question 16.
a. In 1976, he embarked on a bold path, abandoning his college education to chase his vision and co-found
Apple.
b. Despite setbacks and even an ousting from Apple, his relentless pursuit of perfection never wavered.
c. Steve Jobs, a name synonymous with innovation and revolution, started in a humble California garage.
d. Returning in 1997, he led the company to even greater heights, introducing the iMac, iPhone, and iPad,
forever changing the way we interact with technology.
e. With iconic products like the Macintosh and iPod, he redefined personal computing and music consumption.
A. c-a-e-b-d B. a-bd-c-e C. d-b-e-c-a D. e-c-a-d-b
Question 17.
a. Her story is just... wow. Overcoming blindness and then competing (and winning!) on a show like
MasterChef takes unbelievable determination and passion.
b. Hey Nam, just wanted to tell you about someone who's been truly inspiring me lately Christine Ha!
c. Finally, she makes me realize that anything is possible, no matter the obstacles. It's not just about cooking for
her, it's about defying limitations and living life to the fullest.
d. But it's not just about winning. It's the way she navigates the kitchen with such confidence and grace, creating
these phenomenal dishes that just blow everyone away.
e. Have you ever heard of Christine Ha? If not, I highly recommend checking her out. Her story is definitely
worth hearing! Talk soon, Alex.
f. To begin with, remember, I mentioned watching MasterChef a while back? Well, I recently discovered
Christine, the incredible blind chef who won season 3.
A. b-c-d-a-f-e B. b-f-a-d-c-e C. b-d-f-c-a-e D. b-a-d-b-c-e
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the
numbered blanks
Steve Jobs, the co-founder of Apple Inc., was a visionary leader whose influence transformed (18)_____
industries. Born on February 24th, 1955, in San Francisco, California, Jobs exhibited an early fascination with
electronics. Together with Steve Wozniak and Ronald Wayne, he established Apple Computer Company in
1976, laying the foundation for (19)______ would become one of the most influential technology companies in
the world.
Jobs's commitment to (20)_____ was unmatched. He revolutionized personal computing with the introduction
of the Apple II, the first consumer-friendly computer. (21)____ facing setbacks, including being ousted from
Apple in 1985, Jobs persevered and went on to found NeXT Computer and Pixar Animation Studios. His return
to Apple in 1997 marked a turning (22)_____ for the company. Under his leadership, Apple introduced
groundbreaking products such as the iPod, iPhone, and iPad, which reshaped the landscape of consumer
electronics.
(Adapted from routine.co/blog)
18. A. much B. a few C. many D. a little
19. A. who B. which C. what D. when
20. A. innovation B. innovate C. innovative D. innovatively
21. A. Despite B. Because of C. Although D. However
22. A. stone B. point C. mark D. step
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions
The pollution of our atmosphere arises from human activities, notably the emission of greenhouse gases through
actions like agriculture, transportation, industry and household operations. Waste disposal also contributes
significantly. Air pollution has a tremendous impact on human health and nature.
About 50 per cent of the world’s waste is not managed properly. Unfortunately, a part of this mismanagement

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involves open dumping and burning. When waste is disposed of in this manner, it releases harmful substances
into the air. This can significantly impact both our health and the environment, making it difficult to breathe,
and worsening existing health problems. That’s why we need to manage our waste properly by recycling,
composting, and safely treating waste.
Informal workers in the waste management sector, including children, are sometimes hired to collect, sort or
dispose of waste in unsafe conditions. When waste is managed in an unsafe manner, it can release toxic
chemicals into the air and water, putting these workers and their communities at risk. When UNEP assists local
waste management teams in improving their practices, it directly benefits these informal workers and their
families and communities as well.
When it comes to waste management, it’s not only up to individuals. Companies and governments also make a
significant impact. Companies can use less packaging and create products with reduced waste. They can design
their products to be easily recycled, and support regulations for improved waste management. Governments also
play a crucial role. They can establish strong regulations to prevent dumping and burning. By investing in
better waste handling methods, they contribute to everyone breathing cleaner air and enjoying a safer
environment.
Adapted from https://www.unep.org/ietc/news/story/waste-managements-crucial-role- beating-air-pollution
Question 23: Which of the following can be the best title for the passage?
A. The Global Impact of Greenhouse Gas Emissions
B. Problems Related to Waste Management and Solutions
C. The Causes and Consequences of Air Pollution D. The Importance of Waste Management
Question 24: Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a serious consequence of improper waste management?
A. producing toxic chemicals or substances B. making people's existing health problems worse
C. not having enough landfills D. threatening the health of informal workers and their communities
Question 25: The word "it” in paragraph 2 refers to ________.
A. mismanagement B. burning C. waste D. manner
Question 26: The word “worsening” in paragraph 2 is CLOSEST in meaning to ________.
A. resolving B. treating C. sorting D. exacerbating
Question 27: The word “crucial” in the last paragraph is OPPOSITE in meaning to ________.
A. vital B. trivial C. fundamental D. necessary
Question 28: Which of the following is stated in the passage?
A. Companies can contribute to better waste management by using more packaging.
B. Open dumping and burning is a cause of waste mismanagement.
C. Governments set strong regulations to create products with decreased waste.
D. UNEP provides waste management training to governments and companies.
WRITING (3 POINTS)
Rewrite the following sentences without changing their meaning , beginning each sentence with the cues:
Question 1 He arrived in the middle of our lunch time.
-> While we were having lunch, he arrived.
Question 2. It has been a long time since we last called each other.
-> The last time we called each other was a long time ago.
Question 3. He didn’t know English. This made it difficult for him to get a good job.
-> He didn’t know English, which made it difficult for him ......................................
Rewrite the following sentences, using the words in brackets. Do NOT change the words given:
Question 4. It has been two months since my arrival in Tokyo. (ago)
-> I arrived in Tokyo 2 months ago.
Question 5. There is a rapid increase in population in big cities; as a result, big cities are facing a number of
serious environmental issues. (which)
-> There is a rapid increase in population in big cities, which causes a number of serious ...............................
Question 6. Marie Curie conducted groundbreaking research on radioactivity and she was the first woman to
win a Nobel Prize. (out)
-> Marie Curie carried out groundbreaking research ............................................................

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PRACTICE TEST
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. admire B. publish C. finish D. include
Question 2: A. child B. watch C. cheap D. school
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate that it differs from the other three in the
position of stress in each of the following questions.
Question 3: A. college B. genius C. cancer D. hotel
Question 4: A. invention B. volunteer C. resistance D. achievement
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: I was ___________ when I knew Steve Jobs would come to my school to give a presentation.
A. down in the dumps B. in his shoes
C. wet behind the ears D. on top of the world
Question 6: At 7p.m yesterday, we _________ a documentary about Vietnamese national heroes.
A. was watched B. was watching C. were watching D. were watched
Question 7: While Dang Thuy Tram ______ her duty in Quang Ngai Province, the cruel enemy ______ her.
A. was doing/killed B. did/killed C. did/was killing D. was doing/was killing
Question 8: In 2022, Queen Elizabeth II ______ when she ______ 96 years old.
A. was dying/ was B. was died/was C. died/was D. died/was being
Question 9: At 2p.m. on the 2nd of September 1945, President Ho Chi Minh ___ reading the Declaration of Independence.
A. was starting B. started C. starting D. was start
Read the following advertisement/school announcements 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 form 10 to 15.
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Tour!
Join us on a journey through Vietnam's history with a tour of Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum!
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● Discover the (10) ________ of Ho Chi Minh, the founder of modern Vietnam and a key figure in the
country's struggle for independence.
● Explore the impressive structure of the mausoleum, where (11) _______ Ho Chi Minh's body is
preserved.
● Learn (12) ________ the life and achievements of Ho Chi Minh from our expert guides.
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Question 10: A. biology B. biographic C. biography D. biological

Question 11: A. a B. an C. the D. no article
Question 12: A. about B. on C. in D. for

ANNOUNCEMENT OF MARK ZUCKERBERG’S VISIT

Dear students, parents, and staff,
I am excited to announce that Mark Zuckerberg, the founder and CEO of Facebook, (13)____ our school
last week. Here are some highlights from his visit:

● Mr. Zuckerberg arrived at our school on Wednesday morning. While he (14)_____ a talk in the
auditorium, students were preparing for his visit in their classrooms.
● After his talk, Mr. Zuckerberg answered questions from students. They asked about his (15)______, his
experiences, and his advice for young people.
● Finally, Mr. Zuckerberg took a group photo with our students and staff. It was a memorable moment for
everyone involved.

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Question 13: A. visiting B. visited C. was visiting D. is visiting
Question 14: A. giving B. were giving C. gave D. was giving
Question 15: A. rule B. battle C. career D. poetry
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. In 1976, Steve Jobs co-founded Apple Inc. with Steve Wozniak. They introduced the Apple II that became
popular due to its user-friendly design.
b. Eventually, Apple purchased NeXT in 1996, and Jobs returned to Apple as CEO, he introduced revolutionary
products such as the iPod, iPhone, and iPad.
c. After that, Jobs left Apple in 1985 and founded NeXT Inc., which focused on creating high-end workstations.
d. Unfortunately, Jobs passed away on October 5, 2011, leaving behind a legacy as a visionary entrepreneur and
innovator.
e. While managing NeXT Inc., Jobs also became the CEO of Pixar Animation Studios, which produced
successful films.
A. d-b-e-c-a B. a-e-d-b-c C. b-e-a-c-d D. a-c-e-b-d
Question 17:
a. Your friend.
b. We went on the Guardians of the Galaxy ride, which was AMAZING. It's a roller coaster that goes up, down,
and all around!
c. The first day we went on the classic rides like Space Mountain and Pirates of the Caribbean, which were just
as fun as I remembered them.
d. On the third day, we went on the Millennium Falcon ride, which was so much fun. We even got to pilot the
ship ourselves!
e. Dear Terry! I wanted to tell you that I recently went on a trip to Disneyland and had the most amazing time!
f. On the second day, we went to Disney California Adventure Park, which is right next to Disneyland.
A. c-e-b-a-f-d B. e-c-f-b-d-a C. e-c-b-d-a-f D. c-d-f-b-e-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.
Catherine II was a very important queen in Russian history. (18)_____ and her real name was Sophie
Friederike Auguste von Anhalt-Zerbst-Dornburg. (19)______, she went to Russia to marry Peter III, who was
the grandson of Peter the Great. They got married in 1745 and Catherine became a Grand Duchess. Later than,
Peter III became the Tsar of Russia in 1762, but he was not a good leader. He made many people angry and
(20)_____. She was very smart and she worked hard to gain the support of the Russian army. In 1762, she led a
coup against Peter III and she became the Empress of Russia.
Catherine II was a very powerful leader and she ruled Russia for 34 years. She was known as Catherine
the Great because of all the good things she did for Russia. She made many important changes to the country.
She built schools, hospitals, and libraries. She also started a museum, (21)_____ in Saint Petersburg. Moreover,
Catherine II was also very interested in art and culture. She invited many famous artists and writers to come to
Russia. She was a good friend of Voltaire, who was a famous French philosopher. They wrote many letters to
(22)____, and Voltaire even dedicated some of his works to Catherine II. (23)_____. She was a very important
leader and she made many positive changes to Russia. She will always be remembered as one of the greatest
rulers in Russian history.
(Adapted from https://en.wikipedia.org.)
Question 18: A. She was born in Germany in 1729. B. In 1729, her parents were giving birth to her.
C. Catherine II born in Germany in 1729. D. In Germany, 1729, Catherine II born.
Question 19: A. When she was being 15 years old B. While she was being 15 years old
C. While she was 15 years old D. When she was 15 years old
Question 20: A. Catherine was knowing that something had to be done.
B. Something had known to be done by Catherine.
C. Catherine knew that something had to be done.
D. Something were known to be done by Catherine.
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Question 21: A. which was now the famous Hermitage Museum
B. which is now the famous Hermitage Museum
C. that was being the famous Hermitage Museum
D. that is now the famous Hermitage Museum
Question 22: A. one another (giữa 3 người trở lên) B. each another
C. one other D. each other (giữa 2 người)
Question 23: A. Unluckily, Catherine II died in 1796 at the age of 67
B. Luckily, Catherine II died in 1796 at the age of 67
C. Unluckily, Catherine II was dying in 1796 at the age of 67
D. Fortunately, Catherine II was dying in 1796 at the age of 67
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.
General Vo Nguyen Giap (24)____ as an outstanding and close disciple of President Ho Chi Minh, a
"General of the people", and a legend in modern Vietnamese history. Suffering from the (25)_____, he studied,
grasped and creatively applied the Ho Chi Minh's military ideology into the practice of war; concurrently, Giap
mobilized the fighting spirit of the whole nation for (26)_____ liberation on the basis of grasping the principles
of people's war and standing on the political foundation of the great national unity bloc. His courage, wisdom,
manners, methods, virtues (27)_____ talents were the fruition of self-cultivating, training, studying and
following Ho Chi Minh's thought, morality and style. General Vo Nguyen Giap is seen as a shining symbol of
revolutionary morality, a (28)_____ leader who always put public interests above all for the sake of the country
and the people.
(Adapted from https://tapchicongsan.org.vn)
Question 24: A. knew B. was knowing C. was known D. known
Question 25: A. resistance war B. animated cartoon C. achievement D. civil war
Question 26: A. nation B. national C. internationally D. international
Question 27: A. but B. or C. so D. and
Question 28: A. pancreatic B. poetry C. military D. youth
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.
Cleopatra VII (69 BC-30 BC) was a famous queen of ancient Egypt. She was born in 69 BC and ruled
Egypt for 21 years. Cleopatra was a very intelligent woman who could speak 9 different languages! This helped
her to communicate with people from many different countries and cultures. She spoke Egyptian, Greek, Latin,
Hebrew, Aramaic, Syriac, Coptic, Ethiopian, and Median. This made her a great leader and diplomat.
Moreover, she was not only a smart queen but also a beautiful one. She was known for her charm and
beauty which helped her to make many powerful allies. Cleopatra was also a very kind and generous queen who
cared about her people. She worked hard to improve the lives of the Egyptian people and made many important
changes to the way the country was run.
Sadly, Cleopatra's reign came to an end in 30 BC when she was defeated by the Roman Empire. She
died soon after, but her legacy lived on. Today, Cleopatra is remembered as one of the most famous queens in
history and a symbol of ancient Egypt's power and glory. Her ability to speak 9 languages is just one example of
her intelligence and talent.
(Adapted from https://ancientegyptonline.co.uk)
Question 29: What is the best title of the passage?
A. The Ancient Egypt world. B. An outstanding queen – Cleopatra VII.
C. Cleopatra VII’s tragic death. D. How did Cleopatra become famous?
Question 30: According to the passage, speaking 9 nine languages helped Cleopatra VII to ____________.
A. become a famous queen, a great diplomat, and a trader of ancient Egypt
B. be a very kind and generous queen who cared about her people
C. make many important changes to the way the country was run
D. communicate with people from many different countries and cultures
Question 31: The word "died" in the final paragraph is closest in meaning to_________.
A. passed away B. faded away C. dropped out of D. carried out
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st
Question 32: The word "This" in the 1 paragraph refers to _________.
A. Ethiopian, and Median B. Speaking 9 languages
C. Being born in 69 BC D. Being a famous queen
Question 33: According to the passage, which of these statements is NOT true about Cleopatra VII?
A. She could speak Latin and Coptic. B. She was a smart, beautiful, and generous queen.
C. She was killed by the Roman Empire. D. She is one of the most famous queens in history.
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.
President Ho Chi Minh was a great leader of Vietnam. He was born in 1890 in a small village in central
Vietnam. As a young man, he traveled to many countries to learn about the world, and to find ways to vanquish
the French colonial empire and the American Empire, who attacked his country.
In 1945, Ho Chi Minh declared Vietnam's independence from France and became the country's first
president. He worked tirelessly to build a new Vietnam, one that was free from foreign domination and that
would provide a better life for all Vietnamese people. Moreover, under Ho Chi Minh's leadership, Vietnam
made great progress in education. The literacy rate increased from just 10% in 1945 to over 90% by the time of
his death in 1969. This was a remarkable achievement, especially given the difficult situation that the country
faced.
On the other hand, Ho Chi Minh was also a great diplomat. He was able to build strong relationships
with other countries, including the Soviet Union and China, which helped Vietnam to defend itself against
foreign attack.
Today, Ho Chi Minh is remembered as a national hero in Vietnam. His image appears on the
Vietnamese currency, and many streets and buildings are named in his honor. His spirit continues to inspire the
Vietnamese people to work towards a better future for their country.
(Adapted from https:// en.baochinhphu.vn)
Question 34: Which of the following is the best title of the passage?
A. President Ho Chi Minh and his family background.
B. President Ho Chi Minh’s image on the Vietnamese currency.
C. Did Vietnam gain independence by itself?
D. President Ho Chi Minh’s great contributions to Vietnam.
Question 35: According to the passage, what did the French colonial empire and American Empire do?
A. traveled to many countries B. attacked Vietnam
C. learnt about the world D. vanquished the country
Question 36: The word "vanquish" in the 1st paragraph is closest in meaning to_________.
A. defeat B. resign C. bond D. rule
Question 37: According to the second paragraph, which of the following is NOT true?
A. No one was the Vietnamese president before Ho Chi Minh.
B. Vietnam was declared to be independent from France in 1945.
C. Under Ho Chi Minh's leadership, Vietnam had a better education.
D. The illiteracy rate increased around 80% before Ho Chi Minh’s death.
Question 38: The word "achievement" in the 2nd paragraph is opposite in meaning to_________.
A. success B. account C. failure D. genius
Question 39: The word "which" in the 3rd paragraph refers to _________.
A. China B. building relationship C. other countries D. Soviet Union
Question 40: It can be inferred from the last paragraph that ______________.
A. Many streets are named Ho Chi Minh B. President Ho Chi Minh is highly respected.
C. There are many presidents in Vietnam. D. Vietnamese like their currency a lot.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, Cor D to indicate the correct answer to each of the
following questions
When the British transport minister presented a watch to a Chinese official, her act was described by BBC as a
"cultural gaffe". So why is a "watch” not a good gift in Chinese eyes? And what are the right and wrong choices
for gifts to Chinese business associates and friends? The answer lies in the Chinese language.

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Giving someone a clock or a watch as a present is traditionally a taboo in Chinese culture due to “giving a
clock" and "attending a person's funeral" having the same pronunciation, regardless of the different written
characters. Therefore, avoiding presenting a gift which has “the same pronunciation of any unlucky meaning” is
important in building relationships with Chinese people.
Gifts are presented with two hands in China. The receiving person may decline the gift at first (or even up to
three times). It is part of the custom for Chinese to do so as they consider themselves not worthy of the gift.
However, do not withdraw the gift as your persistent trying will persuade the Chinese into accepting your gift.
If presenting organisational gifts, it is done during a toast or at the end of a meal, just prior to departure. In
modern time China, sometimes a business meeting is planned on short notice and can be quite short. In this
case, organisational gifts are exchanged after the first speaker of meeting parties or just before the end of the
meeting.
Adapted from: https://www.reginacoeli.com/blog/presenting-gifts,-the-dos-and-donts-of- chinese-culture.html
Question 1. What would be the best title for the passage?
A. Unlucky Meanings in Chinese Gift Exchange B. Cultural Mistakes with Gift-giving
C. Chinese Gift-Giving Etiquette D. Gift-Giving in Chinese Parties
Question 2. The word “gaffe” in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to ________.
A. root B. feature C. order D. mistake
Question 3. Why is a "watch" considered an inappropriate gift in Chinese culture?
A. because it is too expensive B. due to its association with funerals in Chinese language
C. Chinese people prefer digital clocks D. it is not mentioned in the passage
Question 4. The word "they” in paragraph 3 refers to ________.
A. Chinese B. gifts C. hands D. parties
Question 5. Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?
A. People need to give gifts with two hands in China.
B. A business meeting can sometimes be short.
C. People in China can exchange gifts at the end of a meeting.
D. The receiving person will accept the gift right away.
Find the word that differs from the other three in the position of stress in each of the following questions.
1. A. reflect B. strengthen C. costume D. staple
2. A. lifestyle B. cuisine C. solo D. tasty
3. A. cultural B. specialist C. importance D. barrier
4. A. advance B. festive C. trendy D. custom
5. A. autograph B. origin C. element D. souvenir
6. A. captivate B. insulting C. personal D. celebrate
7. A. ignore B. richness C. language D. noodles
8. A. meatball B. spicy C. alarm D. culture
9. A. open B. announce C. tipping D. feature
10. A. belief B. respect C. refer D. famous
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Question 1 _____ most lively and energetic cultural performances take place in ____ heart of New York City.
A. A / the B. The / a C. The / Ø D. The / the
Question 2. _____ interesting cultural shock for travellers in Spain is _____ tradition of siestas in the afternoon.
A. An / the B. An / a C. An / Ø D. The / Ø
Question 3. It is ________ unique cultural experience to attend ________ Rio de Janeiro Carnival in Brazil.
A. the / the B. a / the C. an / the D. an / Ø
Question 4. He did not ________ the lesson about cultural diversity seriously.
A. make B. go C. set D. take
Question 5. She is a cultural ________. She is specialised in ethnic minority culture.
A. specialist B. richness C. identity D. shock
Question 6. Green building designs are often based ________ energy-efficient principles, reducing environmental impact.
A. for B. about C. to D. on
Question 7. It is obvious that using reusable bags is ________ than using single-use plastic ones.
A. eco-friendlier B. more eco-friendly C. less eco-friendly D. more eco-friendlier
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Question 8. Do you know how long it takes for plastic ________ in the environment?
A. decompose B. decomposing C. to be decomposing D. to decompose

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