Practice test 1

Mark 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. decompose B. eco-friendly C. leftover D. compost
Question 2. A. efficiently B. pile C. landfill D. footprint
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 primary stress in each of the following questions.
Question 3: A. appear(2) B. unite(2):đoàn kết C. wonder(1) D. behave(2)
Question 4: A. conduction(2) B. partnership(1) C. romantic(2) D. attractive

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: They haven’t finished their homework, _______?
A. do they B. haven’t they C. don’t they D. have they
Question 6. This is the ________ of all home robots in the show.
A. fast B. faster C. fastest D. fasttest
Question 14. When he came, I _______ in the kitchen.
A. cooked B. am cooking C. has cooked D. was cooking
Question 7. Many high school students volunteered to the polluted river
A. get rid of(loại bỏ) B. go green(sống xanh) C. rinse out(rửa sạch) D. clean up
Question 9. It takes hundreds of years for one plastic bottle to in the ground.
A. release B. reuse C. decompose (phân hủy) D. recycle

Read the following advertisement/ announcement letter and mark 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

Always wanted to SING?

All WELCOME, NO AUDITIONS

Southend Vox is looking to (10) _____ new members who love to

sing.
With mixed ability and experience, we aim to positively impact our
community and as such regularly raise funds for organizations and
participate (11) _____ events.
So, if you sing in the shower, you are (12) _____ King and Queen of
Karaoke or a keen amateur.
COME AND JOIN US

We meet every Wednesday 7.30pm- 9.30pm at St Laurence Church

Announcement of Autumn Break

Dear Parents,

Please note that school (13) _____ from Monday 23rd October to Sunday
29th October for the Mid Term Autumn break.

Students should (14) _____ to school on Monday 30th October, 2023

wearing winter uniform.

(15) _____ you have any questions, please contact us at 0227.222.468

or [email protected]
Question 10. A. recruit B. recruitment C. recruital D. recruiter
(tuyển dụng)
Question 11. A. on B. for C. at D. in
Question 12. A. a B. an C. the D. ø
Question 13. A. will close B. will be closed C. was closed D. closed
Question 14. A. return B. come C. go D. arrive
Question 15. A. Were B. Had C. Should D. Do
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 question.
Question 16:
a. In addition, students should be taught about natural and cultural importance of the
heritage sites.
b. This can result in the fact that people’s awareness of preserving heritage sites will be raised.
c. Best regards,
d. First, it’s a good idea to spread information on social media because more people will get
useful information quickly.
e. Dear Mimi, I hope you’re well. I am thinking about what can be done to preserve heritage
sites in my local community.
f. Preserving heritages sites plays a pivotal role in keeping our traditions alive.
A. e-f-a-c-d-b B. e-f-d-b-a-c C. b-e-c-d-f-a D. e-b-f-d-a-c
Question 17 .
a. Despite health challenges, he authored over 30 works, including poems, stories, and memoirs. His
life exemplified perseverance and lifelong learning, inspiring students to overcome difficulties.
b. Teacher Nguyen Ngoc Ky, who wrote with his feet, inspired generations of Vietnamese students.
c. His determination led him to participate in the national math contest in 1963, where he placed fifth
and received recognition from President Ho Chi Minh. Ky later majored in Literature at Hanoi
University and became a teacher.
d. In 2005, he was recognized as "Vietnam’s first teacher to write with his feet." Teacher Nguyen
Ngoc Ky's legacy reminds us that "nothing is impossible".
e. Born in 1947 in the northern province of Nam Dinh, Ky faced a severe illness that left him without
the use of his arms at the age of four.
f. However, he refused to surrender to despair. Using his feet, he accomplished tasks that others do
with their hands.
A. d – f – b – a – c – e B. e – d – a – b – f – c
C. b – f – c – e – a – d D. b – e – f – c – a – d
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answers for
questions

Without music and sport classes, a child's talent in these areas may never be discovered and
developed. In fact, classrooms may provide an environment ___________(18). Furthermore, even
for the children with extraordinary talents, their capabilities may not fully grow unless
_______(19). Children may also learn to be disciplined and _________(20), because success in
 these particular areas requires a significant amount of effort in training. In brief, school education
may satisfy some of the most critical factors in the early progress of the future music and sport
figures.
___________(21), the provision of both academic, music and sports education is mandatory for
an all-rounded growth of young students. If learning to sing or to play a sport, for example, is
treated as an extracurricular activity only, children may consider the engagement in it to be
entirely optional. Some children, particularly those without a determined mindset, may eventually
choose ___________(22) and music. Such a group may consequently go on to suffer from
physical or mental illness in later life.

To conclude, to ensure the adequate physical and mental development of the next generation,
and _____________(23), these subjects must never be abandoned in any child educational
institution.

Question 18:

A. for these children to expose their potential in these fields

B. for these children exposing their potential in these fields
C. that these children exposing their potential in these fields
D. These children expose their potential in these fields

Question 19:

A. some offered basic lessons

B. some basic lessons are offered
C. some basic lessons offering
D. offering some basic lessons
Question 20:
A. from the atmosphere of a hardworking class
B. hard work from the atmosphere of a class
C. hardworking from the atmosphere of a class
D. the atmosphere of a class is hardworking
Question 21:

A. More importantly
B. The most important
C. More important
D. The most importantly

Question 22:

A. to not play sports

B. not playing sports
C. not to play sports
D. playing not sports

Question 23:
A.having young talents in music and sports fostered
B. young talents in music and sports foster
C. fostering young talents in music and sports
D. to foster young talents in music and sports

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 26 to 30.
In Germany, it’s important to be serious in a work situation. They don’t mix work and play so
you shouldn’t make jokes (24)_________ you do in the UK and USA when you first meet people.
They work in a very organized way and prefer to do one thing at a time. They don’t like-
interruptions(gián đoạn) or (25)_________ changes of schedule. Punctuality is very important so you
should arrive on time for appointments. At meetings, it’s important to follow the agenda and not
interrupt (26)_________ speaker. If you give a presentation, you should focus (27)_________ facts
and technical information and the quality of your company’s products. You should also prepare well,
as they may ask a lot of questions. Colleagues normally use the family names, and title - for example
‘Doctor’ or “Professor”, so you shouldn’t use first names (28)_________ a person asks you to.
Question 24: A. while B. as if C. such as D. as
Question 25: A. sudden B. suddenly C. abruptly D. promptly
Question 26: A. other B. others C. another D. the other
Question 27: A. on B. to C. at D. in
Question 28: A. if only B. as C. unless D. since

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 31 to 35.
Culture is the lens with which we evaluate everything around us; we evaluate what is proper
or improper, normal or abnormal, through our culture. If we are immersed in a culture that is unlike
our own, we may experience culture shock and become disoriented when we come into contact with
a fundamentally different culture. People naturally use their own culture as the standard to judge
other cultures; however, passing judgment could reach a level where people begin to discriminate
against others whose “ways of being” are different than their own—essentially, we tend to fear that
which we do not understand.
Cultural diversity is important because our country, workplaces, and schools increasingly consist
of various cultural, racial, and ethnic groups. We can learn from one another, but first we must have a
level of understanding about each other in order to facilitate collaboration and cooperation. Learning
about other cultures helps us understand different perspectives within the world in which we live and
helps dispel negative stereotypes and personal biases about different groups.
In addition, cultural diversity helps us recognize and respect “ways of being” that are not
necessarily our own, so that as we interact with others, we can build bridges to trust, respect, and
understanding across cultures. Furthermore, this diversity makes our country a more interesting place
to live, as people from diverse cultures contribute language skills, new ways of thinking, new
knowledge, and different experiences. (Adapted from
https://www.purdueglobal.edu/)
Question 29. Which could be the best title for the passage?
A. What is the function of culture? B. How do people use own culture?
C. Why is cultural diversity a “good thing”? D. How can we learn from one another?
Question 30. The word “their” in paragraph 1 refers to__________.
A. levels B. people C. others D. ways of being
Question 31. Which of the following is TRUE about the main reason for discrimination?
A. Valuating everything is the main reason for discrimination.
B. Immersing in a culture is the main reason for discrimination.
C. Contacting with a different culture may cause discrimination.
D. Making judgment may cause discrimination.
Question 32. The word “dispel”(xua tan/loại bỏ) in paragraph 2 mostly means__________.
A. eliminate B. contain C. realize D. discuss
Question 33. According to the passage, before we can learn from people from other cultures, we
need to__________.
A. understand one another B. facilitate collaboration
C. have different perspectives D. form personal biases
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each
of the questions.
Ecosystems are intricate and interconnected systems that encompass all living organisms and
their physical environment. These diverse ecosystems, ranging from rainforests to coral reefs, play a
vital role in sustaining life on Earth and providing essential services to human societies.
 A key characteristic of ecosystems is their delicate balance. Each component, whether it be
plants, animals, microorganisms, or abiotic factors like water and soil, interacts with others in a
complex web of relationships. These interactions create a dynamic equilibrium that allows the
ecosystem to thrive and maintain its functionality.
One crucial aspect of ecosystems is biodiversity. The variety of species within an ecosystem
contributes to its resilience and adaptability. A diverse range of plants and animals ensures that if
one species is affected by a disturbance, others can step in and fulfill similar ecological roles,
preventing catastrophic collapses. Unfortunately, human activities such as deforestation, pollution,
and overexploitation of resources have led to a decline in biodiversity, disrupting the balance and
stability of many ecosystems.
Another fundamental concept in understanding ecosystems is the flow of energy and nutrients.
Producers, such as plants and algae, convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis. This
energy is then transferred through the food chain as herbivores eat plants, and carnivores eat
herbivores. Decomposers break down dead organisms, returning nutrients to the soil for the next
generation of plants. This interconnected flow of energy and nutrients is vital for the functioning and
sustainability of the ecosystem.
(Adapted from EcoWatch)
Question 34. What is the title of the passage?
A. The Importance of Biodiversity in Ecosystems B. The Role of Producers in Ecosystems
C. Understanding the Ecosystems D. Human Impact on Coral Reefs
Question 35. According to the passage, what is the role of decomposers in an ecosystem?
A. Convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis.
B. Break down dead organisms and return nutrients to the soil.
C. Fulfill similar ecological roles as herbivores.
D. Interact with abiotic factors like water and soil.
Question 36. The word "thrive”(phát triển) in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to ________ .
A. prosper B. regress C. diminish D. struggle
Question 37. The word "its” in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to ________ .
A. species' B. ecosystem's C. biodiversity’s D. crucial aspect’s
Question 38. The word "decline"(suy giảm) in paragraph 3 is opposite in meaning to ________ .
A. dwindling B. increase C. commencement D. multiplication
Question 39. Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?
A. Human activities have led to a decline in biodiversity in many ecosystems.
B. Ecosystems are composed of living organisms and their physical environment.
C. Producers convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis.
D. Overexploitation can enhance the resilience of ecosystems through reproduction.
Question 40. Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?
A. Coral reefs are not important for sustaining life on Earth.
B. Human activities have no impact on the balance and stability of ecosystems.
C. The interconnected flow of energy and nutrients is crucial for ecosystem sustainability.
D. Biodiversity has no effect on an ecosystem's resilience and adaptability.
The End