ĐỀ CƯƠNG ÔN TẬP GIỮA KỲ 1 – TIẾNG ANH 11

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.
1. A. healthy B. fitness C. strength D. mental
2. A. health B. enthusiasm C. strength D. without
3. A. muscle B. suffer C. yoghurt D. instruct
4. A. gap B. generation C. grandparent D. great
5. A. gap B. application C. value D. behavior
6. A. hold B. follow C. force D. notice
7. A. control B. economic C. confidence D. condition
8. A. dweller B. sensor C. energy D. reduce
9. A. design B. impact C. public D. traffic
10. A. expect B. sensor C. design D. reduce
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.
1. A. respect B. suburb C. value D. limit
2. A. quality B. examine C. energy D. vehicle
3. A. healthy B. problem C. mental D. amount
4. A. lifestyle B. frequent C. injure D. balance
5. A. follow B. gender C. footstep D. belief
6. A. behave B. differ C. argue D. follow
7. A. belong B. special C. exist D. allow
8. A. model B. design C. reduce D. impact
9. A. public B. private C. dweller D. install
10. A. robot B. sensor C. impress D. urban
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions.
1. While we were having dinner at a restaurant someone came to the house and __________this note.
A. left B. had left C. was left D. was leaving
2. She said she met you once at the Hilton last year. __________ since then?
A. Have you met her B. Did you meet her C. Were you met her D. Had you met her
3. Their children __________ lots of new friends since they __________ to that town.
A. have made - moved B. were making - have moved
C. made - are moving D. made - have been moving
4. The noise from the trains __________ me terribly last night.
A. was annoyed B. annoyed C. has annoyed D. had annoyed
5. When I __________ to visit her last night, she was having a bath.
A. was coming B. came C. has come D. had come
6. John __________ in the same house since he left school.
A. lived B. had lived C. was living D. has lived
7. I _______ there once a long time ago and _______ back since.
A. was / have not been B. had been / was not
C. would be / had not been D. have been / will not be
8. Students _______ go to school on Sundays; there is no class then.
A. must B. have to C. don't have to D. mustn't
9. He ______ the wine to see if it is all right.
A. tastes B. is tasting C. smells D. sounds
10. I don’t recall _______such a dull film as The English Patient before.
A. to watch B. watching C. to be watching D. to have watched
10. The buffet restaurant is free for kids under 5 years old. so you__________pay for your son.
A. shouldn’t B. mustn’t C. don’t have to D. ought not to
11.You__________tell anyone about what I told you. It’s a secret.
A. mustn’t B. don’t have to C. shouldn’t D. ought not to
12.I__________stay up late tonight because I have a lot of exercises to do.
A. have to B. should C. must D. ought to
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13.You__________judge other people based on their appearance.
A. don’t have to B. ought not to C. shouldn’t D. B & C
14.Spectators__________show their tickets before they enter My Dinh stadium.
A. must B. have to C. should D. ought to
15.The little boy looks _____________ because he gets good grades in the exam
A. happy B. unhappy C. happily D. unhappily
16.I had been waiting for my friends and suddenly they appear ______________ at the end of the path.
A. noise B. noisy C. noisily D. quiet
1. The street appears ____________ now because there are so much traffic in the rush hour
A. quiet B. noisy C. noisily D. quietly
2. His girlfriend _________________ gentle and independent
A. acts B. seems C. says D. look
3. Your parents appear _____________ with you, but also very fair
A. strictly B. strict C. strictness D. open-minded
4. We should eat more vegetables and fruits to stay _______________
A. health B. healthy C. unhealthy D. healthily
7. Can you help me? I ________ for my pen now.
A. look B. am looking C. looked D. was looking
8. The sky ________ brighter after the heavy rain.
A. is growing B. grows C. grow D. was growing
Circle A. B. C or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s)
1.Traditional educating methods of parents can discourage children from becoming independent
A. conventional B. modern C. uncommon D. ineffective
2.He got involved in a quarrel with his neighbour.
A. tradition B. argument C. debate D. controversy
3.Open communication can bridge the gap between parents and children
A. accept B. increase C. widen D. shorten
4.This flat is a far cry from the house they had before.
A. similar to B. completely different from C. indifferent to D. extended
5.Despite being a kid. Tuan always helps his mother do the chores every day.
A. homework B. works C. housework D. house duties
1. Old people have an active lifestyle and are cared for by their families
A. independent B. simple C. energetic D. passive
2. You will become unhealthy if you eat too many snacks.
A. harmful B. nutritious C. sick D. injured
3. Men often gather in the street and laugh with each other. This reduces their stress and risk of heart
diseases.
A. cut down on B. go down C. go up D. give up
4. The balance between work and life helps people to protect themselves from the negative effects of stress
A. reasons B. impacts C. causes D. symptoms
5. Eating more fruits and vegetables, but less fatty foods can reduce the risk of serious diseases
A. symptoms B. problems C. treatments D. ailments
Ex 1. Circle A. B. C or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s)
1. If you live in an extended family, you'll have great joy and get support of other members.
A. close family B. traditional family C. nuclear family D. large family
2. Domestic violence is strictly forbidden all over the world
A. permitted B. limited C. restricted D. prohibited
3. Jane found herself in conflict with her parents over her future career.
A. disagreement B. harmony C. controversy D. fighting
4. I can't concentrate on my work because of the noise caused by my children.
A. focus B. abandon C. neglect D. allow
5. We greatly respect my teacher for all of the best things that she brought to us.
A. look up to B. look forwards C. look for D. look down on
1. Spending more time outdoors can boost the body's strength and ability to function well
A. power B. health C. weakness D. injury
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2. Getting enough sleep can reduce stress and improve your mood
A. decrease B. relieve C. ease D. increase
3. Stress may weaken your immune system
A. lengthen B. enlarge C. strengthen D. shorten
4. 30 minutes is enough time to use social media because the screens of electronic devices give off blue
lights
A. release B. absorb C. emit D. discharge
5. Many of these treatments and new developments have the potential to prolong and improve the quality of
life.
A. strengthen B. lengthen C. shorten D. widen
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.
Embark on a Journey to Wellness With ABC Wellness Academy!
Discover the secrets to (1) _________ healthier life through our nutrition, fitness, and mindfulness courses.
No prerequisites , just a passion (2) _________ well-being. Join us for vitality beyond (3) _________! Email

D. ∅
[email protected]. Located at 200 Serene Lane, Blissful City.
1. A. a B. an C. the
2. A. in B. on C. at D. for
3. A. expectancy B. expect C. expert D. expectation
EMBRACE THE FUTURE: YOUR CITY AWAITS WITH ANTICIPATION!
A revolutionary urban experience (4) ______ as exciting updates unfold, taking shape in our future city
project. (5) ______ a city with Smart Infrastructure, harmonious Green Spaces, a captivating Futuristic
Skyline, efficient Smart Mobility, a vibrant Digital Hub, and culturally rich Neighborhoods.
to become or make somebody completely involved in s Immerse yourself in this transformative journey and
contribute to the city's evolution! Join community discussions, sharing your ideas for a brighter, (6) ______
future. For continuous updates, sign up at [email protected].
Your Future City: Bold, Green, and Connected Awaits Your Presence!
4. A. promises B. is promised C. has promised D. promising
5. A. Vision B. Encourage C. Envision D. Discourage
6. A. connecting B. connected C. to connect D. connect

Read the following advertisement/ 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.
Receptionist
Pepper Moon Catering
Pepper Moon, a successful catering company _(1)_______ Newcastle is looking for a full-time receptionist
for its very busy head office. If you are interested, you should have:
 (2)_______excellent communication skills
 very good computer skills
 an (3)__________ to multi-task
 polite and cheerful
 hard working
To apply call 0192705565 or send your CV to [email protected]
Our address is: 198 Colchester Road, Newcastle, NE73ED

1: A. in B. of C. on D. for
2: A. a B. an C. Ф D. the
3: A. ability B. abilities C. able D. enable

ANNOUNCEMENT OF HOMECOMING 2021

Pleasanton High School would like to announce:
 Homecoming 2021 _(4)______on Friday, October 1st at Eagle Stadium vs. H M King.
 The game will start at 7:00PM.
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  The Mighty Eagle Band and Pacesetters will perform before the game.
 The homecoming coronation and recognition of classes will take _(5)_______at halftime.
 PHS would like to invite all classes _(6)______in ’0 and ’1 to walk the field.

4: A. will be B. are C. was D. have been

5: A. part B. role C. place D. view
6: A. ended B. end C. to end D. ending

Get Fit and Strong with LION Gym!

Are you ready to transform your body and take your fitness to the next level? Look no further than LION
Gym!
Here's why you should choose LION Gym:
- Cutting-edge equipment for a (1) _____workout experience.
- Knowledgeable and supportive trainers to guide you on your fitness journey.
- Diverse range (2) _________ classes, from cardio and strength training to yoga and Pilates.
- Personalized training plans tailored to your individual needs and goals.
Sign up now and take(3)________ first step towards a healthier, stronger you!
Contact us: - Email: [email protected] - Phone: +123-456-7890
- Address: 123 Main Street, Anytown

1. A. comprehensive B. comprehension C. comprehend D. comprehensibility

2. A. in B. on C. of D. with
3. A. an B. the C. a D. no article

School Field Trip Announcement!

Dear Students and Parents,
We are delighted to inform you about an upcoming real-world learning opportunity at Trung Do high school.
On Semtemper 8th , our students will embark on an educational field trip to Kim Lien village . This excursion
is designed to enhance students' understanding of various subjects while providing them with hands-on
experiences outside the classroom.
- Transportation(4) ___________for all participating students.
- Students will engage in___5__ learning activities related to their curriculum.
- Please ensure students bring all necessary items for the trip.
__6___you have any inquiries or concerns regarding the field trip, please don't hesitate to contact your head
teacher .

4. A. are arranged B. will be arranged C. arranged D. will arrange

5. A. destructive B. passive C. interested D. interactive
6. A. Should B. Had C. Were 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 questions.
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a. Additionally, such intergenerational interactions promote the transfer of invaluable knowledge and
experiences, enriching the overall societal tapestry.
b. Furthermore, engaging in open dialogues across generations facilitates the exchange of diverse ideas,
contributing to a more inclusive and harmonious community.
c. Bridging the generation gap is a multifaceted journey that presents both challenges and opportunities.
d. Firstly, bridging the generational divide fosters mutual understanding, allowing younger and older
individuals to share perspectives and insights.
e. Ultimately, embracing the generational diversity becomes a catalyst for personal growth, fostering a culture
of respect and collaboration that transcends age differences.
A. a, c, d, b, e B. c, a, b, d, e C. c, e, d, a, b D. c, d, a, b, e
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a. It not only enhances understanding but also encourages collaborative problem-solving.
b. Moreover, utilizing educational tech can make learning enjoyable and efficient.
c. Firstly, it empowers students with valuable skills, preparing them for the digital age.
d. Dear Minh, I trust you're doing great! Lately, I've been reflecting on the significance of embracing
technology in education.
e. Additionally, integrating technology in the classroom fosters a dynamic and engaging learning
environment.
f. It's a wonderful way for students and teachers to explore new possibilities together. Warm regards,
A. d, c, e, a, b, f B. a, c, b, f, e, d C. d, c, a, b, e, f
D. c, d, e, a, b, f
3.
a. In addition, proficiency in English is often a requirement in the professional world, expanding job
prospects.
b. Firstly, it enhances communication skills, allowing individuals to connect with people globally.
c. Learning English opens up a world of opportunities.
d. Finally, mastering English fosters personal growth, building confidence and cognitive abilities.
e. In conclusion, the advantages of learning English extend far beyond language proficiency, shaping a more
interconnected and knowledgeable global citizen.
A. c-b-a-e-d B. c-b-a-d-e C. b-a-d-e- c D. b-a-e-d- c
4.
a. Beside the daily chaos, there is a certain calmness that I've learned to appreciate. Every morning, I start
the day with a cup of coffee, allowing me to reflect on the day ahead.
b. In addition to these quiet mornings, I've discovered the joy of exploring nearby parks and nature spots.
c. Wishing you a wonderful day ahead.
Best regards,
d. Finally, whether it's watching the sunrise or enjoying a peaceful evening stroll, these simple joys keep me
grounded. In the midst of a busy life, it's important to find moments of serenity.
e. I hope this letter finds you well. Firstly, I wanted to share a bit about my life experiences with you. Living
in the heart of the bustling city, I often find myself seeking moments of tranquility.
f. Besides being an escape from the urban hustle, these green spaces provide a breath of fresh air. Observing
nature's beauty has become a cherished part of my routine.
A. a-e-b-d-f-c B. a-e-b-f-d-c C. e- a-b-f-d-c D. e- a-b-d-f-c
5.
a. Dear Sir or Madam,
b. First, I would appreciate it if you could tell me what the entry requirements are. I finished upper-secondary
school last summer. Could you please let me know if I need to take a test? If there is one, please let me know
where I can find detailed information about it.
c. Finally, it would be great if you write back to me with details about what topics the course will cover and
how long it will take.
d. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
e. Next, I would like to know the course fee and the daily wage for the apprenticeship. It is very important for
me to have this information so that I can decide if I can afford to study at your school.
f. I am writing to ask for more information about the tour guide training courses at the SGV Vocational
School. I am over 18 years now and I am very interested in travelling and exploring different cultures. I
would really like to apply for one of your courses.
A. a – f – b – e – c – d B. a – b – e – c – f – d
C. a – b – e – c – d – f D. a – f – e – c – b – d
6.
a. Finally, vocational training gives you the knowledge, hands-on experience, and connections to start your
career quickly and successfully.
b. Firstly, it teaches practical, hands-on skills that relate directly to the job you want.
c. Vocational training offers numerous benefits for individuals.
d. Second, it helps you get into work faster because it focuses on what industries really need.
e. Graduates often have skills that are in demand, making them stand out to employers.
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 A. a – b – d – e – c B. c – b – d – e – a
C.a – b – e – c – d D. c – e – b – d – 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 1 to 6.
Exploring the world of literature offers numerous advantages, especially (18)________. (19) ________.
When we delve into literature, whether it's novels, poems, or essays, the immersive experience captivates our
interest and (20) _______. For instance, reading books in a foreign language can enhance language skills and
comprehension. Secondly, literature expands our cognitive abilities. Engaging with complex narratives and
diverse writing styles (21) ________, fostering critical thinking and analytical skills. Finally, literature serves
as a gateway to diverse perspectives, (22) _______. It's a journey of exploration that goes beyond mere
entertainment, enhancing (23)_______.
1. A. when it comes to broadening our horizons B. coming to broadening our horizons
C. when it comes to broaden our horizons D. having come to broadening our
horizons
2. A. Firstly, which adds an element of enjoyment to learning
B. Firstly, it adds an element of enjoyment to learning
C. Firstly, this adds an element enjoyment to learning
D. Firstly, adding an element of enjoyment to learning
3. A. make the learning process more enjoyable B. making the learning process more
enjoyable
C. makes the learning process more enjoy D. makes the learning process more enjoyable
4. A. to challenges our intellectual B. challenging our intellect
C. challenges our intellectual D. challenges our intellect
5. A. different cultures, societies, and historical periods enable us to understand
B. enabling us understand different cultures, societies, and historical periods
C. enabling us to understand different cultures, societies, and historical periods
D. to understand different cultures, societies, and historical periods enabling us
6. A. the world understanding B. our world understanding
C. our understanding of the world D. this understanding of the world
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 1 to 6
The generation gap refers to the difference in attitudes or behavior between a younger generation and
the older one. In my opinion, different attitudes towards lifedifferent views about certain problems, and ,
(1)________.
The first factor is that parents and children generally see things from different perspectives .
Choosing a career is a good example for this. Many parents try to impose certain careers they favor on their
children, (2)________ . However, young people don’t always understand their parents’ points of views.
Instead, they prefer to be free to make (3)________ on their future career. Another factor lies in
differences in musical tastes, fashion, and (4)________ . For example, having a pierced nose might be
viewed as fashionable by some teens, but for many parents, it is considered to be an act of rebellion against
social norms.
The major factor (5)________ is lack of communication between parents and their children. Parents
tend to be dominant and not to trust their children to deal with crises. Also, they keep talking too much
about certain problems. That is the reason why young people seldom reveal their feelings to their parents.
(6)________, young people prefer to seek help from their classmates or friends.
(Source: https://www.sachmem.vn/trial/books/32/exercises)
1. A. a lack of communication can cause a generation gap in most societies.
B. a lack of communication causing a generation gap in most societies.
C. a lack of communication caused a generation gap in most societies.
D. a lack of communication can be caused by a generation gap in most societies
2. A. based on their own perceptions. B. basing on their own perceptions.
C. to base on their own perceptions. D. having based on their own perceptions..
3. A. his own decisions B. our own decisions C. the own decisions D. their own decisions
4. A. the young people and their parents have political views.
B. political views between young people and their parents.
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D. views of political between young people and their parents
5. A. causing the generation gap. B. caused by the generation gap.
C. that causing the generation gap. D. which caused the generation gap.
6. A. When facing problems B. Face problems
C. To face problems D. having faced
Read the following passage 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.
Everyone knows that exercise is good for the body and the mind. We all want to keep fit and look good,
but too many of us take (1) ___________ the wrong sport and quickly lose interest. So now fitness experts
are advising people to choose an activity that matches their character.
For instance, those (2)______________ like to be with other people often enjoy golf or squash, or
playing for a basketball, football or hockey team. (3) _____________, you may prefer to go jogging or
swimming if you’re happier on your own.
Do you like competition? Then try something like running, or a racket sport such as tennis. If, on the
other hand, (4) _____________isn’t important to you, then activities like dancing can be an
enjoyable (5)______________ without the need to show you’re better than everyone else.
Finally, think about whether you find it easy to make yourself do exercise. If so, sports like weight
training at home and cycling are fine. If not, book a skiing holiday, Taekwondo lessons, or a tennis court.
You’re much more likely to do something you’ve already paid for!
1. A down B out C in D up
2. A who B whose C which D what
3. A therefore B thus C however D while
4. A winners B winning C win D won
5. A challenge B victory C defeat D Score
HEALTHY LIVING
Millions of people today are overweight and out of shape. This is due in part to their diet, (2) ________ is
often high in sugars and fats. (1) __________ reason is that too many of us spend our evenings gluing to the
television, instead of doing something to keep ourselves fit. Today hectic (sôi nổi) (3) __________ also
prevent us from spending as much time as we should on staying in shape. Long hours at school and work
don’t leave much time for healthy eating. Convenience food, such as frozen meals and canned vegetables,
saves time but is often unhealthy. (4) __________, fast food and takeaways are responsiblefor many health
problems. In order to enjoy good health, a regular programme of exercise is one of the most (5)
__________activities. Doing a little exercise every day so as not to develop health problems is something that
all of us should consider, young and old, especially for women who try to avoid obesity. If you don’t practise
any form of exercise now, it is for you to choose one and start today and get in shape!
(Source: Adapted from Laser BI)
1. A. who B. which C. when D. why
2. A. Another B. Other C. Every D. One
3. A. ways B. lifestyles C. trends D. means
4. A. Although B. However C. Because D. Moreover
5. A. meaningless B. trivival C. essential D. contributory
THE GENERATION GAP
People talk about the generation gap as a kind of division between young people and their parents. It is
something which is generally a problem when children enter their teenage years, and (1)______ in complaints
on both side. Parents, for example, can often be heard to say that young people are (2)______ and disobedient
and in addition tend to be irresponsible when spending because they don’t appreciate the (3)______ of
money. Adolescents, on the other hand. complain that their parents don’t understand them.
What has gone wrong? One explanation (4)______ in how society has changed. In the past, children
would typically continue the way of life of their parents. In today’s world. parents are very (5)______ for
their children because they want them to achieve more than they did. The problem is that the children often
don’t agree with their parents’ plans. Teenagers also reach maturity at an earlier age than they used to and
want their independence sooner. The resulting conflict is painful to both sides.
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1. A. leads B. brings C. results D. contributes
2. A. disrespected B. disrespectful C. disrespectable D. disrespecting
3. A. cost B. worth C. value D. amount
4. A. puts B. stays C. lies D. comes
5. A. ambitious B. demanding C. required D. expectant
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.
Many universities around the world are proud to have long histories and strong traditions. However, very few
universities can claim to be among the oldest in the world.
Nalanda University, in Bihar, India, was established around 600 BC. It was most likely the world's first
university. In the past, scholars came from Europe, China, and all over India to learn about science, medicine,
the Buddhist religion, and other subjects. The university is in ruins now, but at one time it was an impressive
school with temples, classrooms, libraries, and dormitories.
According to the Guinness Book of World Records, the University of Al-Karaouine in Fes, Morocco, is
the oldest surviving university in the world. It was probably founded in 859 and became a famous place to
study natural sciences. The first university in Europe is definitely the University of Bologna, in Italy. It was
one of the few universities in Europe that were not influenced by religion. Professors were forbidden from
teaching outside the university, and so students came from all over Europe to study with its famous teachers.
1. What does the passage mainly discuss?
A. Subjects that are taught at universities B. Students at the most famous universities
C. The world's oldest universities D. Foreign students at ancient universities
2. The word “it” in paragraph 2 refers to __________
A. religion B. medicine C. university D. science
3. According to paragraph 2, Nalanda University __________
A. invited scholars from different countries to teach B. only taught science subjects
C. was destroyed D. was the first university in the world
4. The word “founded” in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to ___________
A. damaged B. created C. renamed D. recovered
5. Which of the following is NOT true, according to the passage?
A. The University of Al-Karaouine still exists in the modern world.
B. Natural science subjects aren't taught at the University of Al-Karaouine.
C. Students could learn religion at the University of Nalanda.
D. Teachers at Bologna University weren't allowed to teach outside.
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.
Members of the royal family have led an outpouring of tributes from around the world at the death of
Prince Philip, the husband of Queen Elizabeth. Buckingham Palace has spoken of the Queen’s “deep sorrow”
after her husband of 73 years, who had been by her side throughout her reign, died peacefully at Windsor
Castle aged 99 on Friday night (Australian time).
Flags at Buckingham Palace and government buildings across the United Kingdom were lowered to half-
mast, and within an hour of the announcement the public began to lay flowers outside Windsor Castle and
Buckingham Palace. However, mourners have been urged not to gather and leave tributes at royal residences,
and the public has been asked to stay away from funeral events because of the coronavirus pandemic. An
online book of condolence has been launched on the Royal Family’s official website for people to leave
messages of sympathy.
The prince died two months short of his 100 th birthday. He had recently spent four weeks in hospital with
an infection where he was treated for a heart condition before being discharged and returned to Windsor
early in March. The Duke of Edinburgh had been by his wife’s side throughout her 69-year reign, the longest
in British history, and during that time earned a reputation for a tough, no-nonsense attitude, and a propensity
for occasional gaffes. A Greek prince, Philip married Elizabeth in 1947, and together they had four children,
eight grandchildren, and nine great grandchildren. He played a key role helping the monarchy adapt to a
changing world in the post-World War II period, and behind the walls of Buckingham Palace was the one key
figure the Queen could trust and turn to, knowing he could tell her exactly what he thought.
(Adapted from Select Readings by Linda Lee and Jean Bernard)
1. Which of the following statements is NOT true, according to the passage?
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B. Flowers were laid outside some royal residences after the death announcement.
C. Prince Philip was admitted to hospital for 28 days.
D. Prince Philip was born into a Greek royal family.
2. Which best serves as the title for the passage?
A. A bibliography of Prince Philip B. Life and contributions of Prince Philip
C. Prince Philip’s death D. The public’s tribute to Prince Philip
3. Which statement can be inferred from the passage?
A. Prince Philip’s funeral will be conducted differently from other royal funerals.
B. Prince Philip will be buried behind the walls of Buckingham Palace.
C. Prince Philip’s funeral will be conducted online to avoid coronavirus spread.
D. Prince Philip will not have a state funeral as he comes from Greece.
4. How should the public express their condolences?
A. They can attend funeral events.
B. They can leave messages of sympathy in an online book.
C. They can leave tributes at Windsor Castle.
D. They can gather at royal residences.
5. The word “they” in paragraph 3 refers to ______.
A. prince B. children C. gaffes D. Philip and Elizabeth
6. The word “discharged” in paragraph 3 is opposite in meaning to ______
A. asked to stay B. admitted to hospital
C. allowed to leave hospital D. given priority to meet doctors
7. The word “mourners” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to ______.
A. visitors B. bearers C. participants D. grievers
Ex 26. Read the following passage and Circle A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the
questions.
In 2002, several obese teenagers in the USA sued McDonald's, claiming that the company was responsible
for making them fat. They argued that McDonald's deliberately misled them into thinking that their
cheeseburgers and other products were healthy and nutritious food. They claimed that the company had not
warned them about the health problems that can result from eating too much salty, high-fat food and drinking
too many sugary drinks: diabetes, high blood pressure and obesity. The mother of one of the children, who at
the age of 15 weighed more than 180 kilograms, said in her statement: I always believed McDonald's was
healthy for my son.'
McDonald's rejected the claim that they were responsible for these teenagers’ health problems. ‘People don't
go to sleep thin and wake up obese,' said McDonald's lawyer, Brad Lerman. 'The understanding of what
hamburgers and French fries do has been with us for a long, long time,’ he added. The judge agreed, and
dismissed the case, saying: 'It is not the place of the law to protect people against their own excesses.' In other
words, if people choose to eat a lot of unhealthy food, they can't blame the company that sold it to them.
Other similar lawsuits against fast food companies in the USA have also failed. In 2005, the US House of
Representatives passed a bill which became known as the 'Cheeseburger Bill'.
It made it much harder for obese people to take legal action against the food industry. However, the bill has
not ended the arguments about responsibility. There is some scientific evidence to suggest that fast food is
addictive, and harmful too. So is selling fast food the same, in a way, as drug-dealing?
1. Which of the following is the best title for the passage?
A. Obesity - who is to blame? B. Is fast food addictive?
C. Is fast food really healthy? D. How to get rid of fast food
2. According to the obese teenagers in the USA who sued McDonald's, which of the following health
problems was NOT mentioned?
A. diabetes B. hypertension C. obesity D. heart disease
3. In paragraph 2, the word "rejected” is closest in meaning to........
A. accepted B. denied C. ignored D. agreed
4. In paragraph 2, the word "it" refers to........
A. law B. healthy food C. unhealthy food D. bill
5. What happens if people choose to eat a lot of unhealthy food?
A. The company will be responsible for their health problems.
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B. They may get financial support from the company.
C. They will surely succeed in lawsuits.
D. They can't force the company to be responsible for them.
6. In paragraph 3, the word "failed" is closest in meaning to.........
A. not famous B. not important C. not successful D. not proud
7. According to the passage, which of the following is NOT true about fast food?
A. salty and high-fat B. addictive C. nutritious D.harmful
Read the passage and do the tasks below.
The generation gap, which refers to a broad difference between one generation and another, especially
between young people and their parents, usually leads to numerous conflicts. Such family conflicts can
seriously threaten the relationship between parents and children at times.
It goes without saying that, however old their children are, parents still regard them as small kids and
keep in mind that their offspring are too young to protect themselves cautiously or have wise choices.
Therefore, they tend to make a great attempt to help their children to discover the outside world.
Nevertheless, they forget that as children grow up, they want to be more independent and develop their own
identity by creating their own opinions, thoughts, styles and values about life.
One common issue that drives conflicts is the clothes of teenagers. While teens are keen on wearing
fashionable clothes which try to catch up with the youth trends, parents who value traditional clothes believe
that those kinds of attire violate the rules and the norms of the society. It becomes worse when the expensive
brand name clothes teens choose seem to be beyond the financial capacity of parents.
Another reason contributing to conflicts is the interest in choosing a career path or education between
parents and teenagers. Young people are told that they have the world at their feet and that dazzling future
opportunities are just waiting for them to seize. However, their parents try to impose their choices of
university or career on them regardless of their children's preference.
Indeed, conflicts between parents and children are the everlasting family phenomena. It seems that the
best way to solve the matter is open communication to create mutual trust and understanding.
1. Why do most parents still treat their teenage children like small kids?
A. Because children usually make mistakes
B. Because they think that children are too young to live independently.
C. Because they think that children can't protect themselves well.
2. The word "offspring" in the second paragraph refers to ____.
A. parents B. children C. mind
3. What do parents usually do to help their children as they are young?
A. They prepare everything for their children.
B. They take care of their children carefully.
C. They encourage their children to explore the outside world
4. Which kinds of clothes do teenagers want to wear?
A. latest fashionable clothes B. casual clothes C. shiny trousers and tight
tops
5. According to the passage, what are parents' viewpoints about the teenagers' clothes?
A. Teenagers' clothes get the latest teen fashion trends.
B. Teenagers' clothes are too short and ripped
C. Teenagers' clothes are contrary to the accepted standards and values of the society.
6. Why do teenagers want to choose their university or career?
A. They want to explore the world on their own.
B. They want to decide their future by themselves.
C. Both A and B are correct.
7. The word "seize" in the fourth paragraph is closest in meaning to ____.
A. catch B. choose C. find
8. Which can be the best title for the passage?
A. Where do parent-child conflicts come from?
B. How are children different from their parents?
C. How do we bridge the generation gap?
Ex 2. Read the passage and choose the best answer to each of the following questions.

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 The generation gap between the parents and the children is due to the fact that the parents have experienced
real life and whatever they have learned from personal experiences becomes a true knowledge for them.
Suppose that they have succeeded in life by following a path, they may want their children to follow the same
path for success. For example, if they have worked very hard in studies and got a good government job. they
may advice their children to do the same for a having a good life as them. This also happens in other
dimensions. The parents tend to treat their personal experiences as universal knowledge, which is false. What
work for one person may not work for any other person because people have different talents and aptitudes.
Moreover, the times have changed in the new generation and now a number of new avenues and challenges
have come about which your parents have no idea or experience.
The children have no experience of the real life, hence they take a fresh look of everything in life. They may
be guided by the experiences of their parents but they are also guided by the experiences of other people and
by their own desires, talents and aptitudes. They want to experiment with their life and discover their own
path. However, parents love their children so much that they don’t want them to suffer failure. They want
them to be safe by following their path which is tested by them. This difference of opinion gives rise to the
so-called generation gap.
1. What is the reason of the generation gap mentioned in the passage?
A. The parents assume that their personal experience in real life is true for them.
B. The parents want their children to get a good government job
C. The parents succeeded in life by following a path.
D. The parents give wrong advices to their children.
2. The word “universal” in line 6 means_________.
A. deserving respect, admiration, or support B. existing everywhere or involving everyone
C. clealy very much better than what is usual D. necessary or of great value
3. Why is treating personal knowledge as universal knowledge not reasonable?
A. Because people have different talents and aptitudes.
B. Because people gain knowledge from different contexts and apply it in different fields.
C. Because times have changed in different generations.
D. Both A and C are correct.
4. According to the passage, which factor does not guide the children in life?
A. Their own desires, talents and aptitudes. B. Their parents’ experiences.
C. Their own real life experiences. D. The experiences of other people.
5. What do the children want to do?
A. They want to suffer failure.
B. They want to be safe by following the path tested by their parents.
C. They want to experiment with their life and discover their own path.
D. They want their parents to love them so much.

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