I. MULTIPLE CHOICE ( 8.0pts ) Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions. Question 1: A. open B. come C. month D. mother Question 2: A. beds B. walls C. clocks D. tables
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in the position of first stress in each of the following questions. Question 3: A. enjoy B. belong C. worship D. behave Question 4: A. happen B. attend C. succeed D. replace
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions. Question 5: My sister is as tallerasmy mother. A B C D Question 6: Mai learnthard in order to that she might get the scholarship. A B C D Question 7: Nam didn’t know whereto find more informationsabout the course. A B C D
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. Question 8: In the choir, Lan sings ………. than anyone else. A. beautifullier B. more beautifully C. more beautiful D. beautifuler Question 9: My father always reads newspapers after dinner, but this evening he ………. to music. A. have listened B. listens C. has listened D. is listening Question 10: Nobody in my class likes that boy because of his ………. . A. is lazy B. lazy C. laziness D. lazily Question 11: We have learned English since we ………. in grade 3. A. would be B. will be C. were D. are Question 12: ………. I have finished my work , I will have a holiday. A. Since B. As soon as C. Because D. Although Question 13: My brother is a famous artisan in the village, ………. he is still very young. A. when B. because C. although D. however Question 14: His mother will be delighted after she ………. about his good study at school. A. hear B. will hear C. heard D. hears Question 15: We often get up early in the morning so that we can go to school ………. time. A. in B. to C. on D. at Question 16: Minh said that he ………. to HaiPhong the next day. A. will go B. is going C. goes D. would go
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges. Question 17: Peter: It’s rather hot in here. Do you mind if I open the window? Daisy: ………. . A. No, go ahead! B. I don’t like it. C. Sure, please! D. Yes, please! Question 18: Paul: Will you able to come to the meeting? John: Yes, ………. . A. Alright. B. I’m afraid not. C. Of course, you will. D. Yes, I do.
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following question. Question 19: Wearing uniforms to school is compulsory in many schools. A. redundant B. obligatory C. optional D. necessary Question 20: People can make a good living in sales if they have the right attitude and strategies. A. achieve considerable success B. live a good life C. have a comfortable life D. earn a lot of money
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following question. Question 21: Around one corner, a hundred goats suddenly appeared, in no apparent hurry to let us by. A. paraded B. showed up C. vanished D. left Question 22: If you are willing to fly at night, you can get a much cheaper ticket. A. unprepared B. reluctant C. happy D. ready
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 numbered blank. English is a very useful language. If we (23) ………. English, we can go to any countries we like. We will not find it hard to make people understand (24) ………. we want to say. English also helps us to learn all kinds (25) ……….subjects. Hundreds of books are written in English every day in (26) ………. countries. English has also helped to spread ideas and knowledge all corners of the world. Therefore, (27) ………. English language has helped to spread better understanding and friendship among countries. Question 23: A. know B. have C. learn D. write Question 24: A. what B. where C. why D. which Question 25: A. for B. in C. of D. at Question 26: A. much B. little C. few D. many Question 27: A. a B. X C. the D. an
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. Bill Gates is the co- founder of Microsoft, the world’s largest PC software company. He is among the richest people in the world. Bill Gates’ interest in computer started when he was a teenager. After high school, he was accepted to several top colleges in the USA: Harvard, Yale, and Princeton. He chose to go to Harvard to study law. At Harvard he focused more on his interest in computers than on coursework. He often relaxed by playing video games in Harvard’s computer lab. He left Harvard before graduating because he wanted open a software company with his friend Paul Allen. However, he later said, “Idon’t think dropping out is a good idea.” In 2007, he received an honorary degree from Harvard. He began his speech by saying this to his fatherin the audience. “I’ve been waiting more than 30 years to say this: Dad, I always told you I’d come back and get my degree.” Bill Gates is no longer working full time for Microsoft. He is now, with his wife, running the Bill&Melina Gates Foundation which aims to improve health care, reduce poverty, and promote education around the world.
Question 28. When did Bill Gates first develop his interest in computer? A. when he went to university B. during his teenage years C. when he was a nursery school D. when he played video games in Harvard’s computer lab Question 29. What did he study at Harvard University? A. computer science B. business C. Math D.law Question 30. The phrase ‘dropping out’ means A. finishing school B. going to school C. leaving school D. giving up his studies Question 31. Why did he drop out of Harvard? A. because he was bored with studying B. because he wanted to study at another university C. because he wanted to start a software company D. because he was ill Question 32. He is now running the Bill & Melina Gates Foundation with ……… . A. his friend, Paul Allen B. nobody C. his wife D. his father
II. WRITING( 2.0pts ) Finish the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first one, beginning each new one with the given word(s). Write the new sentences on your answer sheet. Question 33: We started to live in this house in 2001. àWe ……………………………………………………………………………………………… Question 34: Nam couldn’t go to school yesterday because he was ill. àBecauseof ……………………………………………………………………………………... Question 35: “ If I were you, I would buy this English dictionary.”, Daisy said to Mary. àDaisyadvised …………………………………………………………………………… Question 36: Ba is the tallest boy in his class. àNobody ……………………………………………………………………………………
Combine two sentences into a new one, using the words in brackets. Do not change the given words in any way. Write the new sentences on your answer sheet. Question 37: This morning it rained very hard. We all came to school on time. (although) à…………………………………………………………………………………………………… Question 38: The bird covered the nest with her wings. She wanted to protect her eggs. (inorder to) à…………………………………………………………………………………………………… Question 39: I was very surprised at the news. She didn’t pass the exam (passing) à…………………………………………………………………………………………………… Question 40: We should reduce the amount of garbage. We can help to protect the environment. (so that) à……………………………………………………………………………………………………
I. MULTIPLE CHOICE ( 8.0pts ) Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions. Question1: A. mother B. open C. month D. come Question2: A. clocks B. walls C. tables D. beds
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in the position of first stress in each of the following questions. Question 3: A. succeed B. attend C. replace D. happen Question 4: A. enjoy B. worship C. behave D. belong Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.
Question 5. My sister
is
as
taller
as
my
mother.
A
B
C
D
Question 6. Nam didn’t know
where
to find
more
informations
about
the course.
A
B
C
D
Question 7. Mai
learnt
hard
in order
to
that she might get
the
scholarship.
A
B
C
D
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. Question 8: We have learned English since we ………. in grade 3. A. are B. were C. will be D. would be Question 9: Minh said that he ………. to HaiPhong the next day. A. goes B. is going C. would go D. will go Question 10: Nobody in my class likes that boy because of his ………. . A. lazy B. lazily C. is lazy D. laziness Question 11: My father always reads newspapers after dinner, but this evening he ………. to music. A. listens B. is listening C. has listened D. have listened Question 12: My brother is a famous artisan in the village, ………. he is still very young. A. however B. although C. because D. when Question 13: ………. I have finished my work, I will have a holiday. A. Because B. Since C. Although D. As soon as Question 14: In the choir, Lan sings ………. than anyone else. A. beautifullier B. beautifuler C. more beautiful D. more beautifully Question 15: We often get up early in the morning so that we can go to school ………. time. A. in B. to C. on D. at Question 16: His mother will be delighted after she ………. about his good study at school. A. hears B. hear C. will hear D. heard
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges. Question 17: Paul: Will you able to come to the meeting? John: Yes, ………. . A. Of course, you will. B. Alright. C. I’m afraid not. D. Yes, I do. Question 18: Peter: It’s rather hot in here. Do you mind if I open the window? Daisy: ………. . A. No, go ahead! B. I don’t like it. C. Yes, please! D. Sure, please!
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following question. Question 19: Wearing uniforms to school is compulsory in many schools. A. redundant B. necessary C. obligatory D. optional Question 20: People can make a good living in sales if they have the right attitude and strategies. A. achieve considerable success B. have a comfortable life C. earn a lot of money D. live a good life
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following question. Question 21: If you are willing to fly at night, you can get a much cheaper ticket. A. reluctant B.unprepared C. ready D. happy Question 22: Around one corner, a hundred goats suddenly appeared, in no apparent hurry to let us by. A. vanished B. paraded C. left D. showed up
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 numbered blank. English is a very useful language. If we (23) ………. English, we can go to any countries we like. We will not find it hard to make people understand (24) ………. we want to say. English also helps us to learn all kinds (25) ……….subjects. Hundreds of books are written in English every day in (26) ………. countries. English has also helped to spread ideas and knowledge all corners of the world. Therefore, (27) ………. English language has helped to spread better understanding and friendship among countries. Question 23: A. write B. learn C. have D. know Question 24: A. what B. why C. where D. which Question 25: A. of B. in C. for D. at Question 26: A. little B. many C. much D. few Question 27: A. an B. a C. X D. the
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. Bill Gates is the co- founder of Microsoft, the world’s largest PC software company. He is among the richest people in the world. Bill Gates’ interest in computer started when he was a teenager. After high school, he was accepted to several top colleges in the USA: Harvard, Yale, and Princeton. He chose to go to Harvard to study law. At Harvard he focused more on his interest in computers than on coursework. He often relaxed by playing video games in Harvard’s computer lab. He left Harvard before graduating because he wanted open a software company with his friend Paul Allen. However, he later said, “I don’t think dropping out is a good idea.” In 2007, he received an honorary degree from Harvard. He began his speech by saying this to his father in the audience. “I’ve been waiting more than 30 years to say this: Dad, I always told you I’d come back and get my degree.” Bill Gates is no longer working full time for Microsoft. He is now, with his wife, running the Bill & Melina Gates Foundation which aims to improve health care, reduce poverty, and promote education around the world. Question 28. When did Bill Gates first develop his interest in computer? A. when he was a nursery school B. when he played video games in Harvard’s computer lab C. when he went to university D. during his teenage years Question 29. What did he study at Harvard University? A. computer science B. business C. Math D.law Question 30. The phrase ‘dropping out’ means A. giving up his studies B. leaving school C. finishing school D. going to school Question 31. Why did he drop out of Harvard? A. because he wanted to start a software company B. because he was ill C. because he was bored with studying D. because he wanted to study at another university Question 32. He is now running the Bill & Melina Gates Foundation with ……… . A. his wife B. his friend, Paul Allen C. nobody D. his father
II. WRITING( 2.0pts ) Finish the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first one, beginning each new one with the given word(s). Write the new sentences on your answer sheet. Question 33: Ba is the tallest boy in his class. àNobody …………………………………………………………………………………… Question 34: Nam couldn’t go to school yesterday because he was ill. àBecause of ……………………………………………………………………………………... Question 35: “ If I were you, I would buy this English dictionary.”, Daisy said to Mary. àDaisy advised …………………………………………………………………………… Question 36: We started to live in this house in 2001. à We ………………………………………………………………………………………………
Combine two sentences into a new one, using the words in brackets. Do not change the given words in any way. Write the new sentences on your answer sheet. Question 37: We should reduce the amount of garbage. We can help to protect the environment. (so that) à…………………………………………………………………………………………………… Question38: This morning it rained very hard. We all came to school on time. (although) à…………………………………………………………………………………………………… Question39: The bird covered the nest with her wings. She wanted to protect her eggs. (inorder to) à…………………………………………………………………………………………………… Question40: I was very surprised at the news. She didn’t pass the exam (passing) à……………………………………………………………………………………………………
I. MULTIPLE CHOICE ( 8.0pts ) Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions. Question 1: A. open B. come C. month D. mother Question 2: A. beds B. walls C. clocks D. tables
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in the position of first stress in each of the following questions. Question 3: A. enjoy B. behave C. belong D. worship Question 4: A. attend B. succeed C. replace D. happen Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.
Question 5. Mai
learnt
hard
in order
to
that she might get
the
scholarship.
A
B
C
D
Question 6. My sister
is
as
taller
as
my
mother.
A
B
C
D
Question 7. Nam didn’t know
where
to find
more
informations
about
the course.
A
B
C
D
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. Question 8: ………. I have finished my work , I will have a holiday. A. Although B. Because C. Since D. As soon as Question 9: We often get up early in the morning so that we can go to school ………. time. A. at B. in C. on D. to Question 10: My brother is a famous artisan in the village, ………. he is still very young. A. when B. because C. however D. although Question 11: Minh said that he ………. to HaiPhong the next day. A. would go B. goes C. is going D. will go Question 12: Nobody in my class likes that boy because of his ………. . A. lazily B. lazy C. is lazy D. laziness Question 13: His mother will be delighted after she ………. about his good study at school. A. heard B. will hear C. hear D. hears Question 14: My father always reads newspapers after dinner, but this evening he ………. to music. A. have listened B. has listened C. listens D. is listening Question 15: We have learned English since we ………. in grade 3. A. were B. would be C. are D. will be Question 16: In the choir, Lan sings ………. than anyone else. A. beautifuler B. more beautiful C. more beautifully D. beautifullier
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges. Question 17: Paul: Will you able to come to the meeting? John: Yes, ………. . A. Of course, you will. B. I’m afraid not. C. Yes, I do. D. Alright. Question 18: Peter: It’s rather hot in here. Do you mind if I open the window? Daisy: ………. . A. Yes, please! B. I don’t like it. C. Sure, please! D. No, go ahead!
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following question. Question19: People can make a good living in sales if they have the right attitude and strategies. A. achieve considerable success B. have a comfortable life C. earn a lot of money D. live a good life Question 20: Wearing uniforms to school is compulsory in many schools. A. necessary B. optional C. redundant D. obligatory
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following question. Question 21: Around one corner, a hundred goats suddenly appeared, in no apparent hurry to let us by. A. left B. vanished C. showed up D. paraded Question 22: If you are willing to fly at night, you can get a much cheaper ticket. A. ready B. happy C. reluctant D. unprepared
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 numbered blank. English is a very useful language. If we (23) ………. English, we can go to any countries we like. We will not find it hard to make people understand (24) ………. we want to say. English also helps us to learn all kinds (25) ……….subjects. Hundreds of books are written in English every day in (26) ………. countries. English has also helped to spread ideas and knowledge all corners of the world. Therefore, (27) ………. English language has helped to spread better understanding and friendship among countries. Question 23: A. have B. learn C. write D. know Question 24: A. where B. which C. what D. why Question 25: A. in B. of C. for D. at Question 26: A. little B. many C. much D. few Question 27: A. the B. a C. X D. an
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. Bill Gates is the co- founder of Microsoft, the world’s largest PC software company. He is among the richest people in the world. Bill Gates’ interest in computer started when he was a teenager. After high school, he was accepted to several top colleges in the USA: Harvard, Yale, and Princeton. He chose to go to Harvard to study law. At Harvard he focused more on his interest in computers than on coursework. He often relaxed by playing video games in Harvard’s computer lab. He left Harvard before graduating because he wanted open a software company with his friend Paul Allen. However, he later said, “I don’t think dropping out is a good idea.” In 2007, he received an honorary degree from Harvard. He began his speech by saying this to his father in the audience. “I’ve been waiting more than 30 years to say this: Dad, I always told you I’d come back and get my degree.” Bill Gates is no longer working full time for Microsoft. He is now, with his wife, running the Bill & Melina Gates Foundation which aims to improve health care, reduce poverty, and promote education around the world. Question 28. When did Bill Gates first develop his interest in computer? A. when he played video games in Harvard’s computer lab B. during his teenage years C. when he was a nursery school D. when he went to university Question 29. What did he study at Harvard University? A. computer science B. Math C.business D. law Question 30. The phrase ‘dropping out’ means A. leaving school B. finishing school C. going to school D. giving up his studies Question 31. Why did he drop out of Harvard? A. because he was bored with studying B. because he was ill C. because he wanted to study at another university D. because he wanted to start a software company Question 32. He is now running the Bill & Melina Gates Foundation with ……… . A. his wife B. his friend, Paul Allen C. nobody D. his father
II. WRITING( 2.0pts ) Finish the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first one, beginning each new one with the given word(s). Write the new sentences on your answer sheet. Question 33: We started to live in this house in 2001. àWe ……………………………………………………………………………………………… Question 34: “ If I were you, I would buy this English dictionary.”, Daisy said to Mary. àDaisy advised …………………………………………………………………………… Question 35: Ba is the tallest boy in his class. àNobody…………………………………………………………………………………… Question 36: Nam couldn’t go to school yesterday because he was ill. àBecause of ……………………………………………………………………………………...
Combine two sentences into a new one, using the words in brackets. Do not change the given words in any way. Write the new sentences on your answer sheet. Question 37: We should reduce the amount of garbage. We can help to protect the environment. (so that) à…………………………………………………………………………………………………… Question 38: The bird covered the nest with her wings. She wanted to protect her eggs. (inorder to) à…………………………………………………………………………………………………… Question 39: This morning it rained very hard. We all came to school on time. (although) à…………………………………………………………………………………………………… Question 40: I was very surprised at the news. She didn’t pass the exam (passing) à………………………………………………………………………………………………
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I. MULTIPLE CHOICE ( 8.0pts ) Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions. Question 1:A. clocks B. tables C. walls D. beds Question 2: A. mother B. open C. month D. come
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in the position of first stress in each of the following questions. Question 3: A. enjoy B. belong C. behave D. worship Question 4: A. replace B. attend C. succeed D. happen
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.
Question 5.Nam didn’t know
where
to find
more
informations
about
the course.
A
B
C
D
Question 6. Mai
learnt
hard
in order
to
that she might get
the
scholarship.
A
B
C
D
Question 7. My sister
is
as
taller
as
my
mother.
A
B
C
D
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. Question 8: Minh said that he ………. to HaiPhong the next day. A. would go B. is going C. will go D. goes Question 9: ………. I have finished my work , I will have a holiday. A. As soon as B. Although C. Because D. Since Question 10: In the choir, Lan sings ………. than anyone else. A. beautifullier B. more beautifully C. more beautiful D. beautifuler Question 11: My father always reads newspapers after dinner, but this evening he ………. to music. A. have listened B. is listening C. has listened D. listens Question 12: Nobody in my class likes that boy because of his ………. . A. lazy B. laziness C. is lazy D. lazily Question 13: We have learned English since we ………. in grade 3. A. will be B. would be C. were D. are Question 14: My brother is a famous artisan in the village, ………. he is still very young. A. however B. because C. although D. when Question 15: We often get up early in the morning so that we can go to school ………. time. A. at B. in C. to D. on Question 16: His mother will be delighted after she ………. about his good study at school. A. heard B. hear C. will hear D. hears Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges. Question 17: Paul: Will you able to come to the meeting? John: Yes, ………. . A. Of course, you will. B. I’m afraid not. C. Alright. D. Yes, I do. Question 18: Peter: It’s rather hot in here. Do you mind if I open the window? Daisy: ………. . A. No, go ahead! B. Sure, please! C. I don’t like it. D. Yes, please!
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following question. Question 19: Wearing uniforms to school is compulsory in many schools. A. obligatory B. necessary C. redundant D. optional Question 20: People can make a good living in sales if they have the right attitude and strategies. A. live a good life B. have a comfortable life C. achieve considerable success D. earn a lot of money
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following question. Question 21: If you are willing to fly at night, you can get a much cheaper ticket. A. happy B. unprepared C. reluctant D. ready Question 22: Around one corner, a hundred goats suddenly appeared, in no apparent hurry to let us by. A. paraded B. vanished C. left D. showed up
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 numbered blank. English is a very useful language. If we (23) ………. English, we can go to any countries we like. We will not find it hard to make people understand (24) ………. we want to say. English also helps us to learn all kinds (25) ……….subjects. Hundreds of books are written in English every day in (26) ………. countries. English has also helped to spread ideas and knowledge all corners of the world. Therefore, (27) ………. English language has helped to spread better understanding and friendship among countries. Question 23: A. learn B. have C. know D. write Question 24: A. which B. where C. why D. what Question 25: A. in B. of C. at D. for Question 26: A. little B. much C. many D. few Question 27: A. an B. X C. a D. the
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. Bill Gates is the co- founder of Microsoft, the world’s largest PC software company. He is among the richest people in the world. Bill Gates’ interest in computer started when he was a teenager. After high school, he was accepted to several top colleges in the USA: Harvard, Yale, and Princeton. He chose to go to Harvard to study law. At Harvard he focused more on his interest in computers than on coursework. He often relaxed by playing video games in Harvard’s computer lab. He left Harvard before graduating because he wanted open a software company with his friend Paul Allen. However, he later said, “I don’t think dropping out is a good idea.” In 2007, he received an honorary degree from Harvard. He began his speech by saying this to his father in the audience. “I’ve been waiting more than 30 years to say this: Dad, I always told you I’d come back and get my degree.” Bill Gates is no longer working full time for Microsoft. He is now, with his wife, running the Bill & Melina Gates Foundation which aims to improve health care, reduce poverty, and promote education around the world. Question 28. When did Bill Gates first develop his interest in computer? A. during his teenage years B. when he was a nursery school C. when he went to university D. when he played video games in Harvard’s computer lab Question 29. What did he study at Harvard University? A. computer science B. law C. Math D.business Question 30. The phrase ‘dropping out’ means A. going to school B. giving up his studies C. finishing school D. leaving school Question 31. Why did he drop out of Harvard? A. because he was bored with studying B. because he wanted to start a software company C. because he wanted to study at another university D. because he was ill Question 32. He is now running the Bill & Melina Gates Foundation with ……… . A. his friend, Paul Allen B. his wife C. his father D. nobody
II. WRITING( 2.0pts ) Finish the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first one, beginning each new one with the given word(s). Write the new sentences on your answer sheet. Question 33: “ If I were you, I would buy this English dictionary.”, Daisy said to Mary. àDaisy advised …………………………………………………………………………… Question 34: Ba is the tallest boy in his class. àNobody…………………………………………………………………………………… Question 35: We started to live in this house in 2001. àWe ……………………………………………………………………………………………… Question 36: Nam couldn’t go to school yesterday because he was ill. àBecause of ……………………………………………………………………………………...
Combine two sentences into a new one, using the words in brackets. Do not change the given words in any way. Write the new sentences on your answer sheet. Question 37: We should reduce the amount of garbage. We can help to protect the environment. (so that) à…………………………………………………………………………………………………… Question 38: I was very surprised at the news. She didn’t pass the exam (passing) à…………………………………………………………………………………………………… Question 39: This morning it rained very hard. We all came to school on time. (although) à…………………………………………………………………………………………………… Question 40: The bird covered the nest with her wings. She wanted to protect her eggs. (inorder to) à……………………………………………………………………………………………………
I. MULTIPLE CHOICE ( 8.0pts ) Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions. Question 1:A. beds B. tables C. walls D. clocks Question 2: A. come B. mother C. open D. month
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in the position of first stress in each of the following questions. Question 3: A. behave B. worship C. enjoy D. belong Question 4: A. succeed B. replace C. happen D. attend
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.
Question 5. Nam didn’t know
where
to find
more
informations
about
the course.
A
B
C
D
Question 6. Mai
learnt
hard
in order
to
that she might get
the
scholarship.
A
B
C
D
Question 7. My sister
is
as
taller
as
my
mother.
A
B
C
D
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. Question 8: ………. I have finished my work , I will have a holiday. A. Because B. Since C.As soon as D. Although Question 9: We often get up early in the morning so that we can go to school ………. time. A. at B. to C. in D. on Question 10: Minh said that he ………. to HaiPhong the next day. A. will go B. is going C. would go D. goes Question 11: We have learned English since we ………. in grade 3. A. will be B. would be C. were D. are Question 12: Nobody in my class likes that boy because of his ………. . A. is lazy B. lazy C. laziness D. lazily Question 13: In the choir, Lan sings ………. than anyone else. A. more beautiful B. more beautifully C. beautifuler D. beautifullier Question 14: My father always reads newspapers after dinner, but this evening he ………. to music. A. is listening B. has listened C. listens D. have listened Question 15: His mother will be delighted after she ………. about his good study at school. A. hears B. hear C. will hear D. heard Question 16: My brother is a famous artisan in the village, ………. he is still very young. A. when B. however C. although D. because Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges. Question 17: Peter: It’s rather hot in here. Do you mind if I open the window? Daisy: ………. . A. Yes, please! B. No, go ahead! C. I don’t like it. D. Sure, please! Question 18: Paul: Will you able to come to the meeting? John: Yes, ………. . A. Alright. B. Of course, you will. C. I’m afraid not. D. Yes, I do.
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following question. Question 19: People can make a good living in sales if they have the right attitude and strategies. A. earn a lot of money B. have a comfortable life C. live a good life D. achieve considerable success Question 20: Wearing uniforms to school is compulsory in many schools. A. optional B. redundant C. necessary D. obligatory
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following question. Question 21: Around one corner, a hundred goats suddenly appeared, in no apparent hurry to let us by. A. vanished B. left C. showed up D. paraded Question 22: If you are willing to fly at night, you can get a much cheaper ticket. A. unprepared B. ready C. happy D. reluctant
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 numbered blank. English is a very useful language. If we (23) ………. English, we can go to any countries we like. We will not find it hard to make people understand (24) ………. we want to say. English also helps us to learn all kinds (25) ……….subjects. Hundreds of books are written in English every day in (26) ………. countries. English has also helped to spread ideas and knowledge all corners of the world. Therefore, (27) ………. English language has helped to spread better understanding and friendship among countries. Question 23: A. know B. learn C. write D. have Question 24: A. what B. why C. where D. which Question 25: A. at B. of C. in D. for Question 26: A. little B. many C. much D. few Question 27: A. a B. X C. an D. the
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. Bill Gates is the co- founder of Microsoft, the world’s largest PC software company. He is among the richest people in the world. Bill Gates’ interest in computer started when he was a teenager. After high school, he was accepted to several top colleges in the USA: Harvard, Yale, and Princeton. He chose to go to Harvard to study law. At Harvard he focused more on his interest in computers than on coursework. He often relaxed by playing video games in Harvard’s computer lab. He left Harvard before graduating because he wanted open a software company with his friend Paul Allen. However, he later said, “I don’t think dropping out is a good idea.” In 2007, he received an honorary degree from Harvard. He began his speech by saying this to his father in the audience. “I’ve been waiting more than 30 years to say this: Dad, I always told you I’d come back and get my degree.” Bill Gates is no longer working full time for Microsoft. He is now, with his wife, running the Bill & Melina Gates Foundation which aims to improve health care, reduce poverty, and promote education around the world. Question 28. When did Bill Gates first develop his interest in computer? A. during his teenage years B. when he went to university C. when he was a nursery school D. when he played video games in Harvard’s computer lab Question 29. What did he study at Harvard University? A. computer science B. business C. law D. Math Question 30. The phrase ‘dropping out’ means A. giving up his studies B. finishing school C. leaving school D. going to school Question 31. Why did he drop out of Harvard? A. because he was ill B. because he wanted to study at another university D. because he was bored with studying C. because he wanted to start a software company Question 32. He is now running the Bill & Melina Gates Foundation with ……… . A. his friend, Paul Allen B. his father C. nobody D. his wife
II. WRITING( 2.0pts ) Finish the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first one, beginning each new one with the given word(s). Write the new sentences on your answer sheet. Question 33: Ba is the tallest boy in his class. àNobody…………………………………………………………………………………… Question 34: “ If I were you, I would buy this English dictionary.”, Daisy said to Mary. àDaisy advised …………………………………………………………………………… Question 35: We started to live in this house in 2001. àWe ……………………………………………………………………………………………… Question 36:Nam couldn’t go to school yesterday because he was ill. àBecause of ……………………………………………………………………………………...
Combine two sentences into a new one, using the words in brackets. Do not change the given words in any way. Write the new sentences on your answer sheet. Question 37: I was very surprised at the news. She didn’t pass the exam (passing) à…………………………………………………………………………………………………… Question 38: This morning it rained very hard. We all came to school on time. (although) à…………………………………………………………………………………………………… Question 39: We should reduce the amount of garbage. We can help to protect the environment. (so that) à…………………………………………………………………………………………………… Question 40: The bird covered the nest with her wings. She wanted to protect her eggs. (inorder to) à……………………………………………………………………………………………………
I. MULTIPLE CHOICE ( 8.0pts ) Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions. Question1: A. month B. mother C. come D. open Question2: A. beds B. walls C. tables D. clocks
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in the position of first stress in each of the following questions. Question 3: A. worship B. behave C. belong D. enjoy Question 4: A. attend B. happen C. replace D. succeed
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.
Question 5. Mai
learnt
hard
in order
to
that she might get
the
scholarship.
A
B
C
D
Question 6. Nam didn’t know
where
to find
more
informations
about
the course.
A
B
C
D
Question 7. My sister
is
as
taller
as
my
mother.
A
B
C
D
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. Question 8: In the choir, Lan sings ………. than anyone else. A. beautifuler B. more beautiful C. beautifullier D. more beautifully Question 9: My father always reads newspapers after dinner, but this evening he ………. to music. A. has listened B. is listening C. listens D. have listened Question 10: Minh said that he ………. to HaiPhong the next day. A. is going B. will go C. would go D. goes Question 11: Nobody in my class likes that boy because of his ………. . A. laziness B. is lazy C. lazily D. lazy Question 12: His mother will be delighted after she ………. about his good study at school. A. hears B. heard C. will hear D. hear Question 13: We have learned English since we ………. in grade 3. A. were B. will be C. are D. would be Question 14: My brother is a famous artisan in the village, ………. he is still very young. A. because B. although C. when D. however Question 15: We often get up early in the morning so that we can go to school ………. time. A. to B. in C. at D. on Question 16: ………. I have finished my work , I will have a holiday. A. As soon as B. Since C. Although D. Because Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges. Question 17: Peter: It’s rather hot in here. Do you mind if I open the window? Daisy: ………. . A. Sure, please! B. I don’t like it. C. Yes, please! D. No, go ahead! Question 18: Paul: Will you able to come to the meeting? John: Yes, ………. . A. I’m afraid not. B. Yes, I do. C. Alright. D. Of course, you will.
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following question. Question 19: People can make a good living in sales if they have the right attitude and strategies. A. have a comfortable life B. achieve considerable success C. earn a lot of money D. live a good life Question 20: Wearing uniforms to school is compulsory in many schools. A. redundant B. necessary C. obligatory D. optional
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following question. Question 21: Around one corner, a hundred goats suddenly appeared, in no apparent hurry to let us by. A. vanished B. showed up C. left D. paraded Question 22: If you are willing to fly at night, you can get a much cheaper ticket. A. unprepared B. happy C. reluctant D. ready
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 numbered blank. English is a very useful language. If we (23) ………. English, we can go to any countries we like. We will not find it hard to make people understand (24) ………. we want to say. English also helps us to learn all kinds (25) ……….subjects. Hundreds of books are written in English every day in (2) ………. countries. English has also helped to spread ideas and knowledge all corners of the world. Therefore, (27) ………. English language has helped to spread better understanding and friendship among countries. Question 23: A. know B. learn C. have D. write Question 24: A. why B. which C. where D. what Question 25: A. of B. for C. in D. at Question 26: A. few B. many C. much D. little Question 27: A. an B. a C. the D. X
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. Bill Gates is the co- founder of Microsoft, the world’s largest PC software company. He is among the richest people in the world. Bill Gates’ interest in computer started when he was a teenager. After high school, he was accepted to several top colleges in the USA: Harvard, Yale, and Princeton. He chose to go to Harvard to study law. At Harvard he focused more on his interest in computers than on coursework. He often relaxed by playing video games in Harvard’s computer lab. He left Harvard before graduating because he wanted open a software company with his friend Paul Allen. However, he later said, “I don’t think dropping out is a good idea.” In 2007, he received an honorary degree from Harvard. He began his speech by saying this to his father in the audience. “I’ve been waiting more than 30 years to say this: Dad, I always told you I’d come back and get my degree.” Bill Gates is no longer working full time for Microsoft. He is now, with his wife, running the Bill & Melina Gates Foundation which aims to improve health care, reduce poverty, and promote education around the world.
Question 28. When did Bill Gates first develop his interest in computer? A. when he played video games in Harvard’s computer lab C. during his teenage years B. when he was a nursery school D. when he went to university Question 29. What did he study at Harvard University? A. Math B. law C. business D. computer science Question 30. The phrase ‘dropping out’ means A. going to school B. finishing school C. leaving school D. giving up his studies Question 31. Why did he drop out of Harvard? A. because he was bored with studying C. because he wanted to start a software company B. because he wanted to study at another university D. because he was ill Question 32. He is now running the Bill & Melina Gates Foundation with ……… . A. his father B. his wife C. his friend, Paul Allen D. nobody
II. WRITING( 2.0pts ) Finish the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first one, beginning each new one with the given word(s). Write the new sentences on your answer sheet. Question 33: Nam couldn’t go to school yesterday because he was ill. àBecause of ……………………………………………………………………………………... Question 34: Ba is the tallest boy in his class. àNobody…………………………………………………………………………………… Question 35: We started to live in this house in 2001. àWe ……………………………………………………………………………………………… Question 36: “ If I were you, I would buy this English dictionary.”, Daisy said to Mary. àDaisy advised ……………………………………………………………………………
Combine two sentences into a new one, using the words in brackets. Do not change the given words in any way. Write the new sentences on your answer sheet. Question 37: The bird covered the nest with her wings. She wanted to protect her eggs. (inorder to) à…………………………………………………………………………………………………… Question38: We should reduce the amount of garbage. We can help to protect the environment. (so that) à…………………………………………………………………………………………………… Question39: This morning it rained very hard. We all came to school on time. (although) à…………………………………………………………………………………………………… Question40: I was very surprised at the news. She didn’t pass the exam (passing) à……………………………………………………………………………………………………
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I. MULTIPLE CHOICE (from question 1 to question 32)
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D
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25.
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29.
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30.
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31.
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16.
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II. WRITING (from question 33 to question 40)
Question 33. ……………………………………………………………………………………
Question 34. ……………………………………………………………………………………
Question 35. ……………………………………………………………………………………
Question 36. ……………………………………………………………………………………
Question 37. ……………………………………………………………………………………
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Question 40. ……………………………………………………………………………………
………. Great success! ...........
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Giám thị số 1: ……………………. Giám thị số 1: ……………………. Số báodanh: ……….
I. MULTIPLE CHOICE ( 8.0 pts ) Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions. Question 1. A. come B. month C.mother D. open Question 2. A. bedsB. clocks C. walls D. tables Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in the position of first stress in each of the following questions. Question 3. A. behave B. worship C. belong D. enjoy Question 4. A. happen B. attend C. replace D. succeed Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions. Question 5. My sister is as tallerasmy mother. A B C D Question 6. Mai learnthard in order to that she might get the scholarship. A B C D Question 7. Nam didn’t know whereto find more informationsabout the course. A B C D Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. Question 8. His mother will be delighted after she ………. about his good study at school. A. hears B. hear C. will hear D. heard Question 9. ………. I have finished my work , I will have a holiday. A. Although B. Since C. As soon as D. Because Question 10. My father always reads newspapers after dinner, but this evening he ………. to music. A. listens B. is listening C. has listened D. have listened Question 11. We have learned English since we ………. in grade 3. A. were B. are C. will be D. would be Question 12. We often get up early in the morning so that we can go to school ………. time. A. at B. in C. to D. on Question 13. Nobody in my class likes that boy because of his ………. . A. lazy B. laziness C. lazily D. is lazy Question 14. My brother is a famous artisan in the village, ………. he is still very young. A. because B.although C. when D. however Question 15. In the choir, Lan sings ………. than anyone else. A. more beautiful B. beautifuler C. more beautifully D. beautifullier Question 16. Minh said that he ………. to Hai Phong the next day. A. would go B. will go C. is going D. goes Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable respone to complete each of the following exchanges. Question 17. - Peter: It’s rather hot in here. Do you mind if I open the window? - Daisy: ………. . A. I don’t like it. B. Sure, please! C.No, go ahead! D. Yes, please! Question 18. - Paul: Will you able to come to the meeting? - John: Yes, ………. . A. Of course, you will. B. I’m afraid not. C. Allright. C. Yes, I do.. Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following question. Question 19. Wearing uniforms to school is compulsory in many schools. A. necessary B. optional C. obligatory D. redundent Question 20. People can make a good living in sales if they have the right attitude and strategies. A. live a good life B. earn a lot of money C. have a comfortable lif D. achieve considerable success Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following question. Question 21. Around one corner, a hudred goats suddenly appeared, in no apparent hurry to let us by. A. paraded B. left C. vanished D. showed up Question 22. If you are willing to fly at night, you can get a much cheaper ticket. A. unprepared B. ready C. happy D. reluctant 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 numbered blank. English is a very useful language. If we (23) ………. English, we can go to any countries we like. We will not find it hard to make people understand (24) ………. we want to say. English also helps us to learn all kinds (25) ……….subjects . Hundreds of books are written in English every day in (2) ………. countries. English has also helped to spread ideas and knowlegde all corners of the world. Therefore, (27) ………. English language has helped to spread better understanding and friendship among countries. Question 23. A. have B. learn C. know D. write Question 24. A. what B. which C. where D. why Question 25. A. for B.at C. in D. of Question 26. A. much B. many C. little D. few Question 27. A. a B. an C. the D. X 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. Bill Gates is the co- founder of Microsoft, the world’s largest PC software company. He is among the richest people in the world. Bill Gates’ interest in computer started when he was a teenager. After high school, he was accepted to several top colleges in the USA: Harvard, Yale, and Princeton. He chose to go to Harvard to study law. At Harvard he focused more on his interest in computers than on coursework. He often relaxed by playing video games in Harvard’s computer lab. He left Harvard before graduating because he wanted open a software company with his friend Paul Allen. However, he later said, “Idon’t think dropping out is a good idea.” In 2007, he received an honorary degree from Harvard. He began his speech by saying this to his father in the audience. “I’ve been waiting more than 30 years to say this: Dad, I always told you I’d come back and get my degree.” Bill Gates is no longer working full time for Microsoft. He is now, with his wife, running the Bill&Melina Gates Foundation which aims to improve health care, reduce poverty, and promote education around the world. Question 28. When dis Bill Gates first develop his interest in computer? A. during his teenage years B. when he went to university C. when he was a nursery school D. when he played video games in Harvard’s computer lab Question 29. What did he studied at Harvard University? A. computer science B. business C. law D. Math Question 30. The phrase ‘dropping out’ means A. giving up his studies B. finishing school C. leaving school D. going to school Question 31. Why did he drop out of Harvard? A. because he was ill B. because he wanted to study at another university D. because he was bored with studying C. because he wanted to start a software company Question 32. He is now running the Bill&Melina Gates Foundation with ……… . A. his friend, Paul Allen B. his father C. nobody D. his wife II. WRITING ( 2.0 pts ) Finish the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first one, beginning each new one with the given word(s). Write the new sentences on your answer sheet. Question 33. “ If I were you, I would buy this English dictionary.”, Daisy said to Mary. Daisy advised ……………………………………………………………………………………… Daisy advised Mary to buy that English dictionary. Question 34. Ba is the tallest boy in his class. Nobody……………………………………………………………………………………………… Nobody in Ba’s class is taller than him/ he is. Question 35. We started to live in this house in 2001. We …………………………………………………………………………………………………… We have lived/ have been living in this house since 2001/ for 17 years. Question 36. Nam couldn’t go to school yesterday because he was ill. Because of …………………………………………………………………………………………... Because of illness, Nam couldn’t go to school yeaterday. Comebine two sentences into a new one, using the words in brackets. Do not change the given words in any way. Write the new sentences on your answer sheet. Question 37. We should reduce the amount of garbage. We can help to protect the invironment.( so that ) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… We should reduce the amount of garbage so that we can help to protect the invironment Question 38. This morning it rained very hard. We all came to school on time. ( although ) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Although this morning it rained very hard, we all came to school on time Question 39. The bird covered the nest with her wings. She wanted to protect her eggs. ( inorder to ) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… The bird covered the nest with her wings. She wanted to protect her eggs. Question 40. I was very surprised at the news. She didn’t pass the exam ( passing) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… I was very surprised at the news of her not passing the exam