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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. resign C. captivate D. remind
Question 2: A. celebrate B. cancer C. cuisine D. vacancy

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other
three in the position of stress in each of the following questions.
Question 3: A. afford B. housing C. leisure D. urban
Question 4: A. convenient. B. employment C. expansion D. resident

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: When we______ leisurely along the beach, a man approached us.
A. are strolling B. were strolling C. stroll D. have strolled
Question 6: What ______ festivals do Vietnamese people celebrate?
A. a B. an C. Ø (no article) D. the
Question 7: The higher property prices are, ______ city dwellers can afford.
A. the fewest B. fewer than C. the fewer D. the fewer than
Question 8: Many celebrities adopt a green lifestyle, ______ helps the environment a lot.
A. that B. what C. whose D. which
Question 9: Children should learn ______ recycling from an early age so that they will be prepared
to deal with plastic pollution in the future.
A. to B. in C. with D. about
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.

GIVE YOURSELF A COFFEE BREAK!

THINK BETTER!
Stop working (10) ______ a while and take a cheerful cup of coffee. Your mind is clearer and
solutions are nearer to you.
WORK BETTER!
Get ready for your work with (11) ______ fragrant cup of coffee. Its gentle stimulation is
your cue for better work.
FEEL BETTER!
Stop getting tired of the kind of black or brown liquid known as coffee. As long as you take
it, your boredom and (12) N______ will be gone.

Question 10: A. for B. with C. at D. of

Question 11: A. the B. an C. a D. no article
Question 12: A. disappoint B. disappointedly C. disappointment D. disappointed
 ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE TEAM BUILDING EVENT
The school's Young Pioneer Manager would like to announce:
° All pioneers are (13) ______ present by 5:30 on Dec 29.
° No mobile devices. Just put on the organization's (14) ______.
° (15) ______ parents have any questions, please contact the Manager at 0356.211.439 for further
information.

Question 13: A. had to be B. due to C. required to be D. going to

Question 14: A. participant B. uniform C. member D. event
Question 15: A. Had B. Do C. Should D. Were
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/conversation in each of the following questions.
Question 16:
a. The subject I would like you to talk about is manual handling. Back injuries are the most common
safety issue so need a particular focus. A practical session where people can practice good lifting
techniques would be ideal. If you are able to do this, please let me know what resources you would
need so that I can provide them for you.
b. Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to tell you about a training event I am organising for the morning of
Tuesday 7th February.
c. Thank you for your consideration and I am looking forward to hearing back from you.
d. The seminar is on the issue of safety at work. Several people in the company have been injured
recently while doing their job and the management believes that this is because they are either not
aware of safety procedures or do not follow them. Consequently, they feel that more training is
needed.
e. As a warehouse manager, you hold many certificates in workplace safety and I would be grateful
if you would be prepared to share some of this knowledge and make a presentation during the
seminar. I suggest that it should last for around 45 minutes.
f. Yours sincerely,
A. b — d — e — a — c — f B. b — c — a — e — d — f
C. b — e — d — a — c — f D. b — a — d — e — c — f
Question 17:
a. Also, you can also make new friends through this platform. When you connect with people from
all over the world, it opens doors to learning about new cultures, values, and traditions from
different countries.
b. In addition to this, it is also a great source of information and news. It helps in staying updated
with the latest happenings in the world and subscribing to popular fan pages to get the latest
updates
c. First of all, it allows you to get in touch with people from the other side of the world without
spending a penny. It is also a great way to connect with old-school friends and college friends.
d. Last but not least, you can get great opportunities for employment through social media too.
e. Facebook brings us numerous benefits.
A. e — a — c — b — d B. c — e — a — b — d
C. c — a — b — d — e D. e — c — a — b — d
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.
Culture shock refers to feelings of confusion or anxiety that people may have when
experiencing a new and different culture. Culture shock can be caused by language barriers,
unfamiliar lifestyles, different climates, or strange food. For example, visitors to the US find it hard
to get used to the local tipping culture. (18) _______.
The best way to overcome culture shock is to start learning about the new culture (19)
______. You should try to focus on the positive aspects of your new experiences and keep an open
mind. (20) ______, gain new experiences, and promote personal growth.
Research says that almost two-thirds to three-quarters of the world drives on the right, while
only a quarter to one-third of the world drives on the left (21) ______. Or you may find out that
(22) ______. In Singapore, for example, the sale of chewing gum is illegal and Singaporeans take
(23) ______ very seriously. So always remember that culture shock is not a bad experience or the
beginning of an exciting learning journey to cultural diversity.
(Adapted from Global Success)
Question 18:
A. By contrast, tipping in Japan can be considered rude and even insulting in many situations.
B. Because tipping in Japan can be considered rude and even insulting in many situations.
C. Although tipping in Japan can be considered rude and even insulting in many situations.
D. When tipping in Japan can be considered rude and even insulting in many situations.
Question 19:
A. before moving there B. moving there C. till move there D. to move there
Question 20:
A. This helps understand different ways of thinking about the world
B. Which helps understand different ways of thinking about the world
C. Helping understand different ways of thinking about the world
D. It helps understand different ways of thinking about the world
Question 21:
A. to including the UK and Australia B. including the UK and Australia
C. to include the UK and Australia D. include the UK and Australia
Question 22:
A. things that you’re in another country used to are banned
B. things that you’re used to banned are in another country
C. you’re used to that things are banned in another country
D. things that you’re used to are banned in another country
Question 23:
A. its law B. a law C. this law D. their law
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.
(24) ______ threats to wildlife and plant species come from multiple sources, such as
pollution, deforestation, destruction of natural habitats, and climate change, wildlife trafficking
contributes significantly to the problem through poaching, harvesting, or depleting significant
quantities of already endangered or at-risk species. Trafficking in wildlife, animal parts, and plants
has far-reaching implications, not only for the species involved, but also for human livelihoods, (25)
______, and governance. The diverse and significant implications of wildlife trafficking, in turn,
mean that the protection of wildlife, forests, and fish 'must be part of a comprehensive approach to
achieving poverty eradication, food security, (26) ______ development, including the conservation
and sustainable use of biological diversity, economic growth, social well-being, and sustainable
livelihoods'.

Trafficking in wildlife can diminish species populations and cause local or even global
extinction. When endangered species are involved, (27) ______ poaching or harvesting of that
species to supply the illegal trade risks the species becoming extinct. The ways in (28) ______ many
animals and plants are caught, transported, and kept, however, frequently cause injury, death, or
attrition, resulting in further losses especially when living animals or plants are trafficked.

(Adapted from sherloc.unodc.org)

Question 24: A. Because B. Although C. Despite D. Because of
Question 25: A. biology B. biochemistry C. biodiversity D. biotechnology
Question 26: A. sustainable B. harmful C. new D. recent
Question 27: A. some B. every C. many D. any
Question 28: A. whom B. which C. that D. where
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.
Universities love overseas students – they are clever and hardworking, they bring different
cultures to seminars and student life and they pay their way. In Britain, universities are getting ready
to enroll more overseas students. The British Council has published a report predicting that overseas
student numbers could soar to more than 800,000 by 2018. In 2010, figures put the total at over
400,000 international students out of two and a half million students in UK higher education and it is
clear that this influx is having an enormous impact on universities and colleges.
These students bring welcome fees, of course, but they are also likely to be very intelligent
students who inject new cultural influences and bring changes to the old university systems. Their
demand for vocational subjects such as business, biotechnology, and information technology, rather
than traditional academic subjects, is affecting what is taught as well.
The impressive expansion of foreign students has already had a significant impact on higher
education. Overseas student numbers, including European Union students, have risen from 270,000
in 2002 to 400,000 in 2010. During this time the number from China jumped more than tenfold, and
numbers from India have been going up. In contrast, the number of students from other countries has
fallen, reflecting their governments’ efforts to educate more of their young people at home, as well as
competition from Australia and the USA. But as the Asian tiger economies expand their own
universities, the good news for places like the London School of Economics is that there are more
and more graduates looking to improve their qualifications or to pursue research in their subjects.
(Adapted from Achieve IELTS by Louis Harrison, Caroline Cushen and Susan Hutchison)
Question 29: What is the passage mainly about?
A. How to avoid culture shock when living in Western countries?
B. How international students are changing Western University life
C. How to become an overseas student?
D. The decline in the number of overseas students at Western universities
Question 30: The word “soar” in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to _______.
A. ascend B. decline C. hurt D. slump
Question 31: According to paragraph 2, overseas students can help to _______.
A. abolish tuition fees for domestic students
 B. bring only negative influences on the culture
C. introduce new changes to the old education system
D. Increase the demand for core subjects
Question 32: The word “their” in paragraph 3 refers to _______.
A. universities B. graduates C. foreign students D. students
Question 33: According to the passage, which of the following is true?
A. The number of overseas students in Britain has already reached its limit
B. Foreign students’ abilities are often underestimated by Western universities
C. The number of foreign students from India has fallen over a specific period of time
D. Some countries tried to persuade their young students to pursue their education at home
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.
When people hear the word “city”, they usually imagine concrete, neon signs, and lots of air
pollution. Thanks to some clever and concerned architects, this image is starting to change. The
concept of green cities aims to bring some beauty from rural environments into urban areas. It is not
only about looking better though. Green cities are also trying to improve the efficiency of cities and
raise the standard of living for people who stay in them.
The term “green cities” refers to cities where builders take into account several
environmental factors before those cities are constructed or redesigned to be more physically
appealing than traditional cities from the past. In addition, the mobility of citizens should be
considered, so public transportation can be more convenient and travel time to work can be reduced.
Energy sources should also be evaluated with the goal of minimizing air pollution.
When it comes to going green, the city of Barcelona is far ahead of its time. Since 1859, its
designers have consciously tried to create sustainable urban designs. Then in 1992, the city received
a well-deserved makeover before hosting the Olympic Games. In recent years, Barcelona has
upgraded its transportation system. This has reduced air pollution and more workers are using public
transportation instead of their own vehicles. Barcelona also boasts one of the best recycling programs
in the world. Visitors will find clear, color-coded trash bins throughout the city where they can put
all of their materials.
It is no secret in Portland, Oregon is one of the greenest cities in the US. Since 1903, it has
been an example of what American cities can accomplish with careful planning. Instead of filling its
area with office buildings, Portland has plenty of green space for activities. It has 119 kilometers of
running, hiking, and bike trails that allow citizens to experience the great outdoors. The city also
offers residents creative energy plans that give them the opportunity to pay a bit extra for clean
energy sources. For about $3 to $9 extra each month, homeowners can choose solar or wind power
and help the environment.
These are only a small sample of the green cities around the world. As more people
experience the pleasure of visiting green cities, it seems certain that the trend of urban areas going
green will continue far into the future.
(Adapted from Read to Achieve by Rich Issak)
Question 34: Which of the following is the best title for the passage?
A. The Portland Green Revolution B. The Future of Green Cities
C. The Power of Green Energy D. Cities Get Clean by Going Green
Question 35: According to paragraph 1, a green city builder would aim to _______.
A. paint every building green
B. reduce the efficiency of cities
C. plant more trees around the city
D. raise the living standards for urban citizens
Question 36: The word "appealing" in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to _______.
A. unpleasant B. attractive C. unknown D. expensive
Question 37: The word "they" in paragraph 3 refers to _______.
A. visitors B. trash bins C. programs D. workers.
Question 38: Which of the following is NOT true about Barcelona according to paragraph 3?
A. It has never been redesigned
B. Air pollution has been reduced
C. More workers are using public transportation
D. Its transportation system has been upgraded
Question 39: The word “consciously” in paragraph 3 is opposite in meaning to_______.
A. knowingly B. willfully C. unintentionally D. urgently
Question 40: Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?
A. Few people have an interest in living in a green city.
B. Green cities are too expensive to build in most countries.
C. Barcelona is one of the oldest green cities.
D. The greenest cities in the world are in North America.
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