MOCK TEST 1

I. Choose the word which has a different sound in the part underlined:

1. A. started B. studied C. arrived D. believed

2. A. knocked B. walked C. laughed D. ended

3. A. skims B. works C. sits D. laughs

4. A. noon B. tool C. blood D. spoon

5. A. chalk B. chemist C. church D. chicken

6. A. chair B. machine C. choose D.

champagne

II. Choose a word which has a different stress pattern from the others:

1. A. complicated B. experience C. prosperity D.

traditional

2. A. artifact B. embroider C. carpentry D. conical

3. A. carefully B. correctly C. seriously D.

personally

4. A. construction B. suggestion C.accurate D.

development

5. A. impressive B. economy C. environmental D. effect

6. A. economical B. pressure C. countryside D. suburb

III. Vocabulary and use of English:

1. I know you are ____________ , but you should try to control your
____________.
A. annoying / blood
B. annoyed / temper
 C. annoy / mood
D. annoyance / temperature
2. Tom was accused of stealing ____________ documents.
A. memorial
B. confidential
C. congenial
D. official
3. It was a hot day, and many people were ____________ their way to the
beach.
A. making
B. taking
C. putting
D. setting
4. I ____________ very well with my father now. We never have any
argument.
A. go on
B. carry on
C. get on
D. put on
5. The car had a ____________ tyre, so we had to change the wheel.
A. broken
B. bent
C. rotten
D. flat
6. Just keep ____________ on the baby while I cook the supper, will you?
A. a glance
B. a look
C. an eye
D. a wink
7. I ran to the bus station. ____________ , I would have missed the bus.
A. However
B. Otherwise
C. Therefore
D. Nevertheless
8. Most of the undeveloped countries need a lot of ____________ aid.
 A. together
B. unselfish
C. mutual
D. friend
9. He is too ____________ to lend me his bicycle.
A. selfish
B. enthusiastic
C. helpful
D. pleasant
10.Suddenly she recognized the ____________ of the situation that made her
laugh.
A. wonder
B. pleasure
C. understanding
D. humour
11.He is a ____________ person because he is always friendly with everyone.
A. helpful
B. good-natured
C. honest
D. quick-witted
12.A good marriage is based on ____________ .
A. trust
B. loyalty
C. secret
D. A & B
13.The children were ____________ about opening their presents.
A. interested
B. fond
C. keen
D. excited
14.I’ve never fallen in such a ____________ situation before.
A. embarrassed
B. embarrassing
C. confused
D. confusing
 15.He pulled a(n) ____________ of 10 pounds out of his pocket.
A. sum
B. amount
C. piece
D. wad
16.Dinner will be a cold ____________ , not a sit-down meal.
A. party
B. meal
C. dish
D. buffet
17.He is smartly ____________ when he comes to an interview.
A. dressed
B. put on
C. worn
D. undressed
18.Shy people often find it difficult to ____________ group discussions.
A. take place in
B. take part in
C. get on with
D. get in
19.I am ____________ to come to the meeting on Monday evening. I apologize
for my absence.
A. capable
B. excused
C. unable
D. disliked
20.Do these shoes ____________ my new skirts?
A. fit
B. go
C. match
D. suit
IV. Tenses and verb forms:
1. Look! The little child ____________________ ( cross) the street herself.
2. How often ______ you _______ ( go ) to the cinema?
3. My parents __________ (take ) me to Singapore last year and this summer
we ____________ ( travel ) to Cambodia.
4. The sky is dark. I think it _________ ( rain ) this afternoon.
5. I ______________ ( learn ) English for 8 years so far.
6. The sun __________ ( rise ) in the East and __________ (set) in the West.
7. While I _______________ ( have ) a dinner last night, he _________ (come)
8. If I ________ ( be ) you, I __________ (accept) his proposal.
9. This is the first time I ________________ (eat ) this kind of food.
10. This book is so nice. I ____________ ( lend ) you when I finish it.
11. I’d rather ____________ ( go ) to the party last night.
12. She said she _____________________ ( be ) busy for the rest of the week.
13. That is the book ____________ I want.
A. what
B. when
C. where
D. which
14. You ____________ come earlier. It is too late now.
A. should
B. will
C. will have
D. should have
15. The boy fell as he ____________ downstairs.
A. ran
B. was running
C. has run
D. had run
16. Some scientists spend most of their lives ____________ at rocks.
A. look
B. looked
C. looking
D. to look
17. ____________ John come here, tell him I’ll be back in 15 minutes.
A. Would
B. Should
C. Could
D. If
18. He stood there ____________ what to do next.
A. to wonder
B. wondered
C. wondering
 D. wonder
19. John had to leave early, ____________ he?
A. didn’t
B. musn’t
C. hadn’t
D. shouldn’t
20. There are many foreign students in my class, some of ____________ are
from Europe.
A. them
B. who
C. whom
D. those
V. Communicative situations:
1. “ Thank you for taking the time to come here in person.” “
_______________”
A. It’s my pleasure.                                                     B. I don’t know what time
that person comes.
C. I’d love to come. What time?                                D. Do you have time for
some gossip?
2. “ I have a terrible headache.” “ ___________”
A. Maybe I’m not going to the doctor’s.                    B. Not very well. Thanks.
C. Maybe you should take a rest.                               D. Not bad. I’m not going to
the doctor’s.
3. “ Do you want me to help you with those suitcases?”  “_________”
A. Of course, not for me.                                            B. No, I can’t help you
now.
C. No, those aren’t mine.                                            D. No, I can manage them
myself.
4. “What does it cost to get to Manchester?” “__________”
A. It’s interesting to travel to Manchester.                 B. It depends on how to go.
C. I always go by train.                                               D. I don’t like to go by
train.
5. “ __________” “ Yes. Do you have any shirts?”
 A. Could you do me a favour?                                   B. Oh, dear. What a nice
shirt!
C. May I help you?                                                     D. White, please!
6. “What’s the best place to eat lunch?” “__________”
A. I’ll have a soup, please.                                          B. There’s a great
restaurant at the corner of the street.
C. I usually eat lunch at twelve.                                 D. Twelve would be
convenient.
7. “Maybe you can take a vacation next month.” “ __________”
A. Nothing special                                                      B. You’re welcome.
C. It’s very expensive.                                                D. I don’t think so. I’m
teaching all summer.
8. “What do you think of your new DVD player? ” “ ___________”
A. I love it.                                                                  B. My brother gave it to
me.
C. It was a gift from my brother.                                D. I always put it there.
9. “ How have you been recently? ”  “___________”
A. It’s too late now.                                                    B. Pretty busy, I think.
C. By bus, I think.                                                      D. No, I’ll not be busy.
10. “Do you need a knife and a fork?” “__________”
A. No, I’ll just use a frying pan.                                 B. No, I’ll just use
chopsticks.
C. No, I’ll just use a can opener.                                 D. No, I’ll use a cooker.
11. “You are so patient with us.” “_________”
A. Thanks, that’s nice of you to say so.                      B. Thanks. Have a nice trip.
C. I’m fine, thanks.                                                     D. I know. I have trouble
controlling my temper.
12. “Can I try your new camera?” “_________”
A. I’m sorry I can’t. Let’s go now.                             B. Sure. I’d love to.
 C. Sure. But please be careful with it.                                    D. I’m sorry. I’m
home late.
13. “________” “Yes, about ten cigarettes a day.”
A. Do you smoke?                                                      B. What’s the matter?
C. Anything else?                                                       D. Well, you should stop
smoking.
14. “How well do you play?” “__________”
A. Yes, I used to play tennis.                                     B. I don’t play very often.
C. No, I don’t play very well.                                     D. Pretty well, I think.
15. “___________” “ No, nothing special.”
A. Did you watch the live show last weekend?         B. Did you do anything
special last weekend?
C. Did you have a great time last weekend?              D. Did you go anywhere last
weekend?
16. “Didn’t you go to the conference?” “ ___________”
A. No, I went there with my friends.                         B. That sounds nice, but I
can’t.
C. Don’t worry. I’ll go there.                                      D. I did, but I didn’t stay
long.
17. “________” “ No, thank you. That’ll be all.”
A. What would you like?                                            B. It’s very kind of you to
help me.
C. Would you like anything else?                               D. What kind of food do
you like?
18. “What was the last present that you received? ” “___________”
A. A fashion hat                                                         B. It depends on the
situation.
C. Several times.                                                         D. I think it’s OK.
19. “Let me drive you home.” “ ___________”
 A. No problem.                                                           B. Don’t worry. I’m all
right.
C. I usually drive home at five.                                  D. It’s me.
20. “May I leave a message  for Ms Davis?” “ ____________”
A. I’m afraid she’s not here at the moment.               B. No, she’s not here now.
C. She’s leaving a message to you now.                     D. Yes, I’ll make sure she
gets it.
21. “Your boss looks like the aggressive type.” “__________”
A. Yes, he really wants to get ahead.                         B. Yes, he’s quite gentle.
C. Really? I’ve never seen him lie.                             D. Right. He ‘s so quiet.
22. “How can this dress be so expensive? ” “___________”
A. Yes, it’s the most expensive.                                 B. What an expensive dress!
C. You are paying for the brand.                                D. That’s a good idea.
23. “I get impatient when the teacher doesn’t tell us the answer.”  “__________”
A. Yes, it’s hard to think of the answers.                   B. Yes, I wish she’d hurry
up.
C. Yes, she would know the answers.                                    D. Yes, she speaks
too quickly.
24. “Did you play tennis last weekend?” “____________”
A. It’s my favourite sport.                                          B. I worked.
C. Do you like it?                                                        D. Would you like to come
with me?
25. “May I speak to the manager? ” “ _____________”
A. He always comes late. He is not very well.           B. Thank you. Good bye.
C. I’m afraid he is not in. Can I take a message?       D. I’m afraid not. He works
very hard.
26. “Where’s the view? The advertisement said that this place has a great view
of the sea.”  “________”
A. It has good facilities.                                             B. It’s convenient to see it.
 C. You can find it very convenient.                           D. You can see it from the
back.
27. “Why did you turn the air conditioner on? ” “____________”
A. I think it is bad condition.                                                 B. I can’t see
anything.
It’s a little hot in here.                                                 D. It’s a good idea.
28. “There is a baseball game tonight.” “__________”
A. Great. Let’s go.                                                      B. I’m not a real fan of hers.
C. Don’t mention it.                                                    D. Thanks. I’d love to.
29. “___________” “ Yes, I do. I like them a lot.”
A. What do you think of tennis?                                B. Do you like sports?
C. Do you prefer tennis or badminton?                      D. How often you play
tennis?
30. “____________” “ No, I’m not. I feel awful.”
A. How are you?                                                         B. Are you feeling OK?
C. Is there anything wrong?                                       D. What’s the matter?
31. “Where will you go on vacation?” “___________”
A. Probably to the beach.                                           B. The beach is nice, isn’t
it?
C. Probably I won’t think of.                                     D. I have a four-day
vacation.
32. “_________” “ I think the vase is broken.”
A. Can I help you?                                                      B. Why is it so expensive?
C. What is it?                                                              D. What’s wrong with it?
33. “What do you do for a living?” “___________”
A. I get a high salary, you know.                                B. I want to be a doctor, I
guess.
C. I work in a bank.                                                    D. It’s hard work, you
know.
34. “I wonder if you could do something for me?” “__________”
 A. It depends on what it is.                                        B. What’s it like?
C. No, thanks.                                                             D. I’m afraid I won’t come.
35. “Haven’t you put an advertisement in the paper yet?” “__________”
A. I’m not sure. Really?                                              B. I will, the first thing in
the afternoon.
C. I’m with you there.                                                            D. I can get a paper
for you right now.
36. “Have you noticed that the manager wears something green every day? ”
“___________”
A. I know. He is a good manager.                              B. Sure. He will do that.
C. I know. He must like green.                                   D. He’d rather do that.
37. “_____________”  “ No, I don’t play the piano.”
A. What kind of music do you like?                           B. Do you play the piano?
C. Do you earn a lot by playing the piano?                D. What kind of music do you
like?
38. “Excuse me. I’m your new neighbour. I just moved in.” “_______________”
A. Sorry, I don’t know.                                              B. Oh, I don’t think so.
C. I’m afraid not.                                                        D. Where to, sir?
39. “How about an evening riverboat tour? ” “______________”
A. No, it’s good to do so.
B. Actually I’ve never gone on an evening riverboat tour.
C. No, I’ve never gone on an evening riverboat tour.
D. Actually I’ve gone twice this week.
40. “Can you come over after the show? ”  “____________”
A. That would be nice.                                               B. No, I didn’t.
C. Please, go ahead.                                                    D. Why don’t we go to the
show?
41. “I think the pants are alittle big.”  “ ____________”
A. Are they big enough?                                             B. You should get a bigger
pair.
C. Yes, maybe a little.                                                 D. Yes, they are not big at all.
42. “__________”  “ Yes, it’s OK. But could you clean your room first? ”
A. Would you like to go to Helen’s party this weekend?
B. Can I go to Helen’s party this weekend?
C. What time does Helen’s party begin this weekend?
D. I don’t like the noise at parties.
43. “How late will the bank be open?”  “___________”
A. Its services are very good indeed.                                     B. It is two blocks
away.
C. It is not very far.                                                    D. It will be open until 6 pm.
44. “Will the maths teacher give us a test this week? ”  “______________”
A. I doubt whether it’s easy.                                      B. Yes, the test was difficult.
C. I don’t think he will come.                                     D. No, he probably won’t.
45. “What does this thing do?”  “__________”
A. I think it’s a waste of money.                                B. It sure does.
C. It peels potatoes.                                                    D. I can use it well.
46. “____________”  “ Yes, I have a date.”
A. Do you have any plans tonight?                            B. Can I have an appointment
with Dr. Adams?
C. What’s the time, please?                                        D. Are you free tonight?
47. “May I take my break now?”  “_____________”
A. No, you didn’t break it.                                         B. I think I need five minutes.
C. I’ll be back in five minutes.                                    D. Yes, of course.
48. “Do you support the proposal to build a new airport?”  “____________”
A. No, not really.                                                        B. No, I like it.
C. No, I don’t think you are right.                              D. Yes, I’m against it.
49. “Your job is pretty routine, then?”  “________________”
A. Yes, sometimes it’s a little boring.                         B. Yes, it’s really exciting.
C. Yes, I love exciting work.                                      D. Yes, It’s different every
day.
50. “____________”   “Oh, but it’s boring”.
A. Don’t you like the news?                                       B. Would you prefer news to
films?
C. I think you should watch the news.                       D. You often watch the news,
don’t you?
51. “I think the new resort will ruin the environment.” “__________________”
A. I’m afraid so.                                                         B. Don’t you think so?
C. I agree. It sounds nice.                                           D. Let’s go there.
52. “_____________” “OK. Where shall we go?”
A. Shall we go the jazz concert?                                 B. Have you done the
shopping?
C. Oh, reading books and going shopping.                D. I want to go shopping.
53. “Would you mind sending those flowers to Mr. Brown? ”  “______________”
A. Sure, I’ll do it now.                                                B. I would if I were you.
C. He wouldn’t mind.                                                             D. No, I can handle it
myself.
54. “I’ve got two tickets for the show.”  “_________________”
A. Oh, anything else?                                                             B. Thanks. I can afford
the tickets.
C. That’s great. When is it?                                        D. Oh, let’s go and get the
tickets.
55. “Go two blocks and then you are there.”   “________________”
A. Excuse me. How can I get there?                          B. Ok, thanks.
C. No, thanks.                                                             D. I’m sorry I don’t know.
56. “Would you like to order now? ”   “ _______________”
A. Yes, I like beef steak.                                            B. Yes, I’d like beef steak.
C. It’s excellent.                                                          D. Yes, a table for five.
57. “___________”   “ Oh, really? Why?”
A. What do I do next?                                                B. When do you have class
again?
C. You have a doctor’s appointment at ten.               D. Our tomorrow’s class has
been canceled.
58. “Hi, I’d like some information about driving lessons.”  “______________”
A. I’m afraid I can’t drive.                                         B. Sure, could I have your
name and address?
C. From 9 am to 5 pm.                                                D. Sure, please do.
59. “I think golf is really great.”  “_________________”
A. Do you? I think it’s boring.                                   B. Don’t you believe so?
C. Neither do I.                                                           D. Almost every day.
60. “That was a boring book.”   “_______________”
A. No, it’s very boring.                                               B. Yes, it was exciting.
C. It certainly was.                                                      D. I think it will be good.
61. “Guess what! I’ve just been invited to the manager’s house for dinner.” 
“____________”
A. What’s that?           B. Oh, how nice.                     C. Well done.              D.
Really? I don’t think so.
62. “So are things at school, Tom?”  “______________”
A. Well, I can’t agree with you.                                 B. I was not good at it.
C. Oh, pretty good, actually.                                      D. It’s my pleasure.
63. “Do you fancy going to a movie this evening?”  “_______________”
A. I’m sorry. I don’t know that.                                 B. Not at all. Go ahead.
C. Not so bad. And you?                                            D. That would be nice.
64. “We’ve been there before.”  “______________”
A. Oh, have we?         B. How nice!                           C. How lovely!           D. No,
we didn’t.
65. “Could I speak to Ann?”  “____________”
A. This is Daisy speaking.                                           B. Can I take a message?
C. Just a moment. I’m coming.                                   D. I’m sorry. Ann’s not in.
66. “Well, it’s been nice talking to you.”  “______________”
A. Yes, nice to have met you too.                              B. Oh, yes. I’m afraid so.
C. Nice to meet you, too.                                            D. Have you been here long?
67. “Did you hear about the robbery the other day?”  “________________”
A. Yes, It was great.                                                   B. No, what happened?
C. Oh, no.                                                                   D. Oh, sure. Thanks.
68. “I don’t think we should exercise late at night.”  “_____________”
A. Neither do I.          B. So do I.                              C. I think so,too.                    
D. I don’t, niether.
69. “Sorry, the manager is not here.”  “_______________”
A. Can I take a message then?                                    B. Can I speak to the manager,
please?
C. Can I leave a message then?                                  D. Would you like to leave a
message?
70. “It was very kind of you to help me out, Paul? ”   “________________”
A. I’m glad you like it.                                               B. Thanks a million.
C. That was the least I could do.                                D. You can say that again.
71. “I hear The Golden Bride is a very good film.”  “____________”
A. Yes, it’s very exciting.                                           B. No, I don’t here that.
C. Yes, it’s boring.                                                      D. No, I hear it, too.
72. “What would you like to do at the weekend?”  “______________”
A. I like to do a lot.                                                    B. I can’t stand it.
C. I’d like to see a football match.                             D. I don’t like the weekend.

VI. Word form:

1. Ao dai is the _________________ dress of Vietnamese women. ( tradition )
2. They enjoy the _______________ atmosphere here. ( peace )
3. ____________ is the process of treating things that have already been used
so that they can be used again. ( recycle )
4. You should ___________ for the exam carefully. ( revision )
5. I was so ____________ when the teacher gave me bad remark.
( embarrassment )
6. Sydney is a metropolitan and ___________________ city so you have a
great __________ of things and food from different countries.
( multiculture / varied)
7. He is speaking English with some foreigners _______________.
( confident )