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PHẦN TRẮC NGHIỆM:

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions.
Question 1.​ Mary had to look after her younger brother when her parents are on business, _____?
B. didn’t she​
Question 2.​ He is not ____ tall as his father.
B. as​
Question 3. My cousin, who wants to be a tour guide, is especially interested in learning about
________.​
​ B. history
Question 4. I can’t decide between studying abroad or attending a local university. Each option
offers different ________.​
​ A. opportunities
Question 5. Many young people struggle with becoming independent because they lack essential
life ________.​
​ B. skills
Question 6. ________ time-management skill is a core requirement for this job.
​ D. Mastering
Question 7. I bought some souvenirs______ my parents.
​C. to give
Question 8. Tourism can help raise public ________ of the need to preserve cultural heritage.​
​ A. awareness
Question 9. School leavers should take some time to explore different career ________ before
making a final decision.​
D. options
Question 10. Our school offers a course that focuses on ________ endangered cultural practices.​
​ B. preserving
Question 11. ________ from a working-class family, she had to work hard to succeed at
university.​
​ C. Coming
Question 12. I went to the supermarket______ a new pair of shoes.
​ C. to buy
Question 13. ________ he was the most prominent candidate, he was not chosen.
A. Athough
Question 14. It was Tom _______ to help us.
D. who came
Question 15. _______cigarettes for years, he was diagnosed with lung cancer.
B. Having smoked

Question 16. Horses used to compete in horse racing at annual festivals are______.

Question 17. If I ________ more confident, I would apply for that overseas scholarship.​
B. were
Question 18. ________ she learnt very hard, he didn’t pass the exam.

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 A. Athough
Question 19. It was Linda _______ us to her party.
D. who invited
Question 20. ___________ the instructions, he snatched up the fire extinguisher.
B. Having read
Question 21. Effective _____ skills help you break each project down into achievable tasks.
C. time-management
Question 22. If people ______ more about sustainable practices, the environment would benefit
greatly.​
​ B. knew
Question 23:​It’s no good ____ to him, he never answers letters.
C. writing
Question 24:​The child was ____ by a lorry in the main street.
​ ​ D. knocked down

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of
the sentences to make a meaningful paragraph/letter in each of the following questions.
Question 25:
a. I came back to Bangkok but I still remember your school spring fair.
b. Dear Xuan,
c. Thank you for having invited me to the fair. I’ll never forget the event in my life.
d. I liked the songs and games, but the dish called “Cha Gio” made a deep impression on me.
e. I am now staying on a farm to help my uncle collect grapes.
C. b-e-a-d-c

Question 26:
a. Besides, many people set salary as a measure of their working capacity as well as their level in
the company.
b. The higher income they receive, the more valuable they are in their prospective employment.
c. There are a variety of reasons for considering salary as the most crucial factor.
d. Therefore, not only the amount of money itself but also made-up reputation makes the salary
the most concerned matter in job selection.
e. A high income guarantees a high standard quality of life, in which the people can afford their
increasing demand on not only human basic needs but also luxurious things such as brand new
accessories or overseas holidays.
​ B. c-e-a-b-d

Question 27:
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
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c. Firstly, 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. When we look at the positive aspect of the facebook, we find numerous benefits.
​
D. e -c -a- b- d

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or
phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Protecting the Ecosystem – Everyone’s Responsibility
​ The balance of our ecosystem is being threatened by pollution, deforestation, and climate
change. These environmental issues have serious consequences, affecting both wildlife and
human life. To prevent further damage, it is important (28) ________ urgent action.
​ Many conservationists argue that restoring forests and reducing carbon emissions are
essential steps. However, progress is often slow due to lack of awareness and funding. One
effective strategy has been promoting environmental education in schools. It is the strategy (29)
________ inspires the younger generation to take environmental protection seriously.
​ In many cases, damage to the ecosystem results from activities that ignore long-term
consequences. Forests, rivers, and oceans are often overused or polluted, (30) ________ to
dramatic loss of biodiversity. The impact of (31) ________ natural resources for decades is now
being felt globally.
​ In recent years, more governments have introduced laws to protect endangered species and
ecosystems. But without cooperation at every level, from individuals to international bodies, (32)
________ change will remain a challenge.
Question 28:D. to take
Question 29: D. that
Question 30: A. leading
Question 31: B. having used
Question 32:D. large-scale

Youth Homelessness – A Growing Concern

​ Youth homelessness is a social issue that affects thousands of teenagers every year. Many
of them end up living on the streets due to family problems or financial hardship. (33) ________
a stable home environment, it becomes difficult for young people to continue their education or
find a job.
​ The government and NGOs have implemented various support programs. These programs
aim (34) ________ temporary housing and counseling for affected youth. Despite these efforts,
the number of homeless teenagers remains high. (35) ________ adequate support, many young
people are still struggling to survive day by day.
​ One effective solution has been youth shelters, which are specifically designed to meet the
needs of this vulnerable group. It is the solution (36) ________ gave them hope and a chance to
rebuild their lives. Supporters argue that improving education and employment opportunities
could significantly reduce youth homelessness.

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​ Another approach involves addressing root causes such as abuse and neglect. Emotional
trauma, once (37) ________, can lead to long-term mental health issues if not properly addressed.
Question 33: A. Lacking
Question 34: B. to providing
Question 35: C. Without
Question 36: C. that
Question 37: B. having been ignored

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.
It is estimated that by 2050 more than two-thirds of the world's population will live in cities,
up from about 54 percent today. While the many benefits of organized and efficient cities are well
understood, we need to recognize that this rapid, often unplanned urbanization brings risks of
profound social instability, risks to critical infrastructure, potential water crises and the potential
for devastating spread of disease.
How effectively these risks can be addressed will increasingly be determined by how well
cities are governed. The increased concentration of people, physical assets, infrastructure and
economic activities mean that the risks materializing at the city level will have far greater
potential to disrupt society than ever before.
Urbanization is by no means bad by itself. It brings important benefits for economic, cultural
and societal development. Well managed cities are both efficient and effective, enabling
economies of scale and network effects while reducing the impact on the climate of
transportation. As such, an urban model can make economic activity more
environmentally-friendly. Further, the proximity and diversity of people can spark innovation
and create employment as exchanging ideas breeds new ideas.
But these utopian concepts are threatened by some of the factors driving rapid urbanization.
The result may, in extreme cases, be widespread poverty. Estimates suggest that 40% of the
world's urban expansion is taking place in slums, exacerbating socio-economic disparities and
creating unsanitary conditions that facilitate the spread of disease.
The Global Risks 2015 Report looks at four areas that face particularly daunting challenges
in the face of rapid and unplanned urbanization: infrastructure, health, climate change, and social
instability.
Question 38: According to the passage, what percentage of the world’s population lives in cities
today?
B. 54%
Question 39: What are the four main areas of concern mentioned in the Global Risks 2015 Report?
​ ​ B. Infrastructure, health, climate change, social instability
​ Question 40: The word “that" in paragraph 4 refers to __________.
​ D. unsanitary conditions
Question 41: According to paragraph 3, what is one of the advantages of urbanization?
​ ​ D. People may come up with new ideas for innovation.
Question 42: Which statement is TRUE, according to the passage?
A. Urbanization brings important benefits for development as well.
Question 43: The word "addressed" in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to _________.

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​ B. dealt with
Question 44: Which is the most suitable title for the passage?
A. The Risks of Rapid Urbanization in Developing Countries

​ ​ Dogs originally came from wolves. Wolves look a lot like dogs, but they are bigger.
They are also quite fierce. At some point, some wolves changed through evolution. Some of them
were smaller and gentler. These nicer wolves were the first dogs. No one knows for sure when
this happened or why. Some people say it happened naturally over 50,000 years ago. Others say
people made it happen between 15 000 and 50 000 years ago.
​ However they came to be, people quickly saw that dogs were useful. Scientists who study
humans say the first tame dogs appeared with humans about 13,000 years ago in the Middle East.
Not long after there were dogs in Asia, Africa, Europe and eventually, North America. These
dogs were probably used mostly for hunting and traveling. They were also good companions.
​ Dogs were an important part of life in ancient Egypt. Egyptian dogs were used not only for
hunting but as guards and warriors as well. They believed the god that guarded hell was a dog.
Ancient Egyptians also named their pet dogs. Some popular names meant Brave One, Reliable,
North-wind, Blacky, and Useless.
​ Dogs were also good ancient Roman warriors. The Roman army used dogs all over
Europe. Sometimes the dogs were attack dogs, but other times the dogs were messengers.
There are many different kinds of dogs today. How could they all come from wolves? There are
many different explanations. Some scientists believe that dogs mixed with other animals from the
Canidae family. This includes coyotes, foxes and jackals. Most scientists also believe that
evolution and breeding influenced the variation. Later, people found breeds of dogs they liked
and combined them to make all new breeds. In this way, people are still helping new breeds to
appear today!
Question 45: Where did the first tame dogs appear with humans?
​ ​ C. The Middle East
Question 46: What were Egyptian dogs used for?
​ ​ B. For hunting, guarding, and as warriors
Question 47: Which of the following best states the main idea of the reading?
​ C. Evolution and breeding have made dogs what they are today.
​ Question 48: The word “they” in the first paragraph refers to _______.
​ D. wolves
Question 49: According to some scientists, when did the first tame dogs appear with humans?
​ D. About 13,000 years ago
Question 50: The word “companions” in the second paragraph mostly means ______.
​ C. traveling friends ​
Question 51: According to the reading, which of the following is TRUE?
​ D. According to some studies, dogs mixed with coyotes and jackals.

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