Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.

Which of the following words and phrases help show causes (reasons)?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. as a result, for these reasons
b. for this reason, consequently
c. due to, one reason is Câu trả lời đúng
Match the opinion with the correct counter argument.
It is best to divide the cost of group dinners evenly.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. However, this may be unfair to people who choose cheaper meals. Câu trả lời
đúng
b. On the other hand, it is often necessary to borrow money for school.
c. However, you should not spend money on a trip if you are in debt.
d. However, cheaper clothes may wear out more quickly than expensive ones.
Match the first half of a sentence with a proper half to explain a term in
persuasive writing.
The writer’s opinion is …
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. … one’s belief about the topic when he/she is discussing it. Câu trả lời đúng
b. … the opinion, which is different from the writer’s.
c. …the writer restates the main idea, offers a suggestion, or makes a prediction
about the topic.
d. … a response to the opposing or counter argument, strengthening the writer’s
original opinion.
Match the first half of a sentence with a proper half to explain a term in
persuasive writing.
In the concluding sentence, …
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. … a response to the opposing or counter argument, strengthening the writer’s
original opinion.
b. … one’s belief about the topic when he/she is discussing it.
c. … the opinion, which is different from the writer’s.
d. …the writer can restate the main idea, offer a suggestion, or make a prediction
about the topic. Câu trả lời đúng
Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
Which connectors show causes?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. first, second
b. for example, for instance
c. another reason is Câu trả lời đúng
Read the group of sentences. Answer the question below.
Choose the writer’s opinion?
The number of violent scenes on TV is on the rise, which asserts negative effects
on viewers. People who are against strict media control often point out that some
of the violence shown on TV is the true portrayal of what is happening around us
and people have the right to know it. Although it is undoubtedly true, this could
hardly be justified. To be specific, people who see media violence a lot may
gradually develop a sense of insecurity and mistrust as they are forced to believe
that they are living in a dangerous world.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. People who are against strict media control often point out that some of the
violence shown on TV is the true portrayal of what is happening around us and
people have the right to know it.
b. The number of violent scenes on TV is on the rise, which asserts negative effects
on viewers. Câu trả lời đúng
c. …this could hardly be justified.
To be specific, people who see media violence a lot may gradually develop a sense
of insecurity and mistrust as they are forced to believe that they are living in a
dangerous world.
d. Although it is undoubtedly true, …
Match the opinion with the correct counter argument.
If you are on a budget, you should shop at inexpensive clothing stores.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. On the other hand, property taxes and home maintenance can cost more.
b. However, you should not use your credit card too often.
c. However, cheaper clothes may wear out more quickly than expensive ones. Câu
trả lời đúng
d. On the other hand, it is often necessary to borrow money for school.
Read the group of sentences. Answer the question below.
Choose the counter argument?
Doctors must give the same attention to psychological illnesses, such as
hypochondria, as they do to physical illnesses. However, some may argue that
treating hypochondriacs wastes valuable consultation time that could otherwise be
spent on patients with serious physical problems. While hypochondria may take up
a physician’s time, it is important to keep in mind that psychological illnesses like
hypochondria can, in fact, develop into physical condition.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. However, some may argue that treating hypochondriacs wastes valuable
consultation time that could otherwise be spent on patients with serious physical
problems. Câu trả lời đúng
b. …, it is important to keep in mind that psychological illnesses like hypochondria
can, in fact, develop into physical condition.
c. While hypochondria may take up a physician’s time…
d. Doctors must give the same attention to psychological illnesses, such as
hypochondria, as they do to physical illnesses.
Match the first half of a sentence with a proper half to explain a term in
persuasive writing.
A counter argument is …
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. …the writer restates the main idea, offers a suggestion, or makes a prediction
about the topic.
b. … the opinion, which is opposing to the writer’s. Câu trả lời đúng
c. … one’s belief about the topic when he/she is discussing it.
d. … a response to the opposing or counter argument, strengthening the writer’s
original opinion.
Match the opinion with the correct counter argument.
Using credit cards is easier than using cash.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. However, this may be unfair to people who choose cheaper meals.
b. However, you should not use credit cards too often. Câu trả lời đúng
c. However, you should not spend money on a trip if you are in debt.
d. On the other hand, property taxes and home maintenance can cost more.
Match the opinion with the correct counter argument.
It is important to take vacations to rest and relax.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. However, you should not spend money on a trip if you are in debt. Câu trả lời
đúng
b. However, this may be unfair to people who choose cheaper meals.
c. However, you should not use your credit card too often.
d. However, cheaper clothes may wear out more quickly than expensive ones.
Read the group of sentences. Answer the question below.
Choose the writer’s refutation?
Doctors must give the same attention to psychological illnesses, such as
hypochondria, as they do to physical illnesses. However, some may argue that
treating hypochondriacs wastes valuable consultation time that could otherwise be
spent on patients with serious physical problems. While hypochondria may take up
a physician’s time, it is important to keep in mind that psychological illnesses like
hypochondria can, in fact, develop into physical condition.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Doctors must give the same attention to psychological illnesses, such as
hypochondria, as they do to physical illnesses.
b. While hypochondria may take up a physician’s time…
c. …, it is important to keep in mind that psychological illnesses like hypochondria
can, in fact, develop into physical condition. Câu trả lời đúng
d. However, some may argue that treating hypochondriacs wastes valuable
consultation time that could otherwise be spent on patients with serious physical
problems.
Match the opinion with the correct counter argument.
Staying home on weekends is a good way to save money.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. On the other hand, you could simply spend less on outside entertainment. Câu
trả lời đúng
b. On the other hand, it is often necessary to borrow money for school.
c. On the other hand, buses and trains are often expensive, too.
d. However, you should not use your credit card too often.
Match the opinion with the correct counter argument.
Owning a house is better than renting an apartment.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. However, you should not use your credit card too often.
b. On the other hand, property taxes and home maintenance can cost more. Câu trả
lời đúng
c. However, you should not spend money on a trip if you are in debt.
d. On the other hand, buses and trains are often expensive, too.
Read the group of sentences. Answer the question below.
Choose the writer’s concession?
Doctors must give the same attention to psychological illnesses, such as
hypochondria, as they do to physical illnesses. However, some may argue that
treating hypochondriacs wastes valuable consultation time that could otherwise be
spent on patients with serious physical problems. While hypochondria may take up
a physician’s time, it is important to keep in mind that psychological illnesses like
hypochondria can, in fact, develop into physical condition.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Doctors must give the same attention to psychological illnesses, such as
hypochondria, as they do to physical illnesses.
b. …, it is important to keep in mind that psychological illnesses like hypochondria
can, in fact, develop into physical condition.
c. While hypochondria may take up a physician’s time… Câu trả lời đúng
d. However, some may argue that treating hypochondriacs wastes valuable
consultation time that could otherwise be spent on patients with serious physical
problems.
Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
Which sentence is an opinion?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Travis and Hans have never worked together.
b. Travis and Hans have fun working together. Câu trả lời đúng
c. Travis and Hans work together every weekend.
Which academic writing technique is used if …
… you want to include someone else’s ideas in your writing by selecting the
main points of the original text and keeping the overall meaning. You also
include details about where the idea came from.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Quotation
b. Paraphrase
c. Summary Câu trả lời đúng
d. All are correct.
Choose the best paraphrase.
Original: Adoption is a ubiquitous social institution in American society,
creating invisible relationships with biological and adoptive kin that touch far
more people than we imagine.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. In America, more people are adopted than was originally thought.
b. Adoption touches a surprising number of people throughout American society.
Câu trả lời đúng
c. Because adoptees are “invisible,” their circumstances are hard to imagine.
d. Relationships between biological and adoptive kin have international scope.
Which summary has changed the meaning of some of the original text?
Original: Research shows that Americans are growing more concerned about
Internet privacy. One reason is that people now understand privacy issues better.
Nevertheless, while people are concerned about online privacy, only 14 percent of
Internet users read websites’ privacy policies. Research shows that people of all
ages worry about privacy. However, compared to adults, young people are less
informed about privacy issues. Although they are aware of laws about privacy, the
majority of adolescents do not fully understand these laws.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Americans are growing more concerned about privacy on the Internet. One
reason is that people now have a better understanding of privacy issues. Still, only
14 percent of Internet users read websites’ privacy policies. Interestingly, people
are equally worried about privacy issues, regardless of age. However, the majority
of adolescents do not fully understand laws regarding privacy on the Internet. Câu
trả lời đúng
b. Because understanding of privacy issues on the Internet has deepened recently,
Americans’ concern about these issues has increased. Although this concern is real,
research reveals that very few people read privacy policies online. Furthermore,
people of all ages are concerned about privacy on the Internet, but younger people
tend to be less informed about the relationship between law and online privacy.
c. Today, Americans are more concerned about privacy when using computers than
they were in the past. Because more people are accessing the Internet, more people
are reading privacy policies online. Furthermore, young people tend to be less
concerned about privacy on the Internet because they are less informed about the
many legal issues.
d. Americans are growing more concerned about privacy on the Internet. Firstly,
people now have a better understanding of privacy issues. Still, only a small
percentage of Internet users read websites’ privacy policies. Also, old people are
not as worried about privacy issues as younger age groups. However, companies
violating privacy policies will be subjected to heavy fines.
Choose the correct answer.
Some companies avoid phone interviews with job hunters. These businesses
want to see candidates face-to-face.
Which word in the first sentence is replaced by Businesses?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. interviews
b. companies Câu trả lời đúng
c. job hunters
d. candidates
Choose the correct answer.
An acceptable paraphrase…
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. … can change the meaning of the original sentence.
b. … can add information to the original sentence.
c. …does not change the meaning of the original. Câu trả lời đúng
d. …remove most of the details.
Choose the best paraphrase.
Original: While raising a family is inherently stressful, adoption is filled with
additional tensions that are unique to the adoptive relationship.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Raising a family under stressful conditions can discourage potential adoptive
parents.
b. The adoptive relationship is inherently stressful.
c. Families that adopt children can avoid some of the tensions inherent in
biological families
d. Families with an adopted member face more challenges than biological families.
Câu trả lời đúng
Read the original text and summaries. Answer the question.
Which summary uses much of the same wording as the original text?
Original: A survey was conducted in China to determine people level of trust when
using the Internet. It indicated that approximately 70% of Internet users do not
trust information found on certain websites. The survey also revealed that some
62% believe companies use personal information obtained from websites
inappropriately.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. A countrywide survey in China indicated that people do not always trust
information find on the Internet. They tend to believe that poorly written websites
contain misleading information. The majority of people also assume that
companies misuse personal information by selling it for a profit.
b. A survey in China showed that many people do not feel secure when using the
Internet. The survey indicated that approximately 70% of Internet users do not trust
information found on certain websites, and 62% believe companies use personal
information obtained from websites inappropriately. Câu trả lời đúng
c. A survey in China indicated that 70% of Internet users do not trust information
found on certain websites while some 62% believe companies use personal
information obtained from websites inappropriately.
d. One survey revealed that the majority of people in China tend to mistrust
information they find online. They are likely to believe that companies misuse
personal information collected online.
Which academic writing technique is used if …
…you want to include someone else’s idea in your writing, you put the
person’s full idea in your own words by writing it in a different way. You also
include details about where the idea came from.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Summary
b. Quotation
c. All are correct.
d. Paraphrase Câu trả lời đúng
Read the original text and summaries. Answer the question.
Which summary has changed the meaning of the original text and added
information?
Original: A survey was conducted in China to determine people level of trust when
using the Internet. It indicated that approximately 70% of Internet users do not
trust information found on certain websites. The survey also revealed that some
62% believe companies use personal information obtained from websites
inappropriately.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. A survey in China indicated that 70% of Internet users do not trust information
found on certain websites while some 62% believe companies use personal
information obtained from websites inappropriately.
b. A countrywide survey in China indicated that people do not always trust
information find on the Internet. They tend to believe that poorly written websites
contain misleading information. The majority of people also assume that
companies misuse personal information by selling it for a profit. Câu trả lời đúng
c. A survey in China showed that many people do not feel secure when using the
Internet. The survey indicated that approximately 70% of Internet users do not trust
information found on certain websites, and 62% believe companies use personal
information obtained from websites inappropriately.
d. One survey revealed that the majority of people in China tend to mistrust
information they find online. They are likely to believe that companies misuse
personal information collected online.
Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
Which sentence is a fact?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Hans was not working very hard.
b. Hans started working 50 hours a week. Câu trả lời đúng
c. Hans was working too hard.
Which academic writing technique is used if …
…you want to include someone else’s idea in your writing. You use the
person’s exact words, which are cited in quotation marks and you also include
details about where you found the idea.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Quotation Câu trả lời đúng
b. All are correct.
c. Paraphrase
d. Summary
Read the original sentence. Choose the best paraphrase of this information:
Water is frequently used resource that provides energy to 28 million people.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. People frequently use water resource.
b. So many people use water resource that it is exhausting.
c. People don’t appreciate water as energy source because so many consumers use
it.
d. Water is often used as a source of energy and gives power to almost 30 million
people. Câu trả lời đúng
Choose the best paraphrase.
Original: Third, in a nation that sanctifies blood kinship, adoptive families
and adoptees are stigmatized because of their lack of biological relationship.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Where blood kinship is excessively valued, adoption is considered inferior. Câu
trả lời đúng
b. Adoptive families and adoptees are treated like criminals in nations that over-
value blood relationships.
c. Nations that sanctify blood relationships are often stigmatized.
d. In some nations, adoptees do not have the same legal relationship to their
adoptive parents as blood kin have to their birth parents.
Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
Which sentence is a fact?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Travis was very worried.
b. Travis is a kind and thoughtful person.
c. Travis asked Hans what was wrong. Câu trả lời đúng
Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
Which word is often associated with facts used to support opinions?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. belief
b. research Câu trả lời đúng
c. style
Choose the best paraphrase.
Original: Opposing these adoptees, some birth mothers argued that they were
promised secrecy when they relinquished their children for adoption and that
abrogating that promise constituted an invasion of privacy.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Some adoptees support their birth mothers’ right to secrecy, even if it was
promised to them when they gave their children for adoption.
b. In order to retain their privacy, some birth mothers refused to reveal their
identities when they relinquished their children for adoption.
c. Some birth mothers who were promised secrecy about their role felt that
breaking that promise was an invasion of their privacy. Câu trả lời đúng
d. Some birth mothers felt that their biological children’s pursuit of their identities
should be abandoned based on the possibility that the birth mother requested
privacy.
Read the original text and summaries. Answer the question.
Which summary is the best?
Original: A survey was conducted in China to determine people level of trust when
using the Internet. It indicated that approximately 70% of Internet users do not
trust information found on certain websites. The survey also revealed that some
62% believe companies use personal information obtained from websites
inappropriately.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. A survey in China indicated that 70% of Internet users do not trust information
found on certain websites while some 62% believe companies use personal
information obtained from websites inappropriately.
b. A countrywide survey in China indicated that people do not always trust
information find on the Internet. They tend to believe that poorly written websites
contain misleading information. The majority of people also assume that
companies misuse personal information by selling it for a profit.
c. A survey in China showed that many people do not feel secure when using the
Internet. The survey indicated that approximately 70% of Internet users do not trust
information found on certain websites, and 62% believe companies use personal
information obtained from websites inappropriately.
d. One survey revealed that the majority of people in China tend to mistrust
information they find online. They are likely to believe that companies misuse
personal information collected online. Câu trả lời đúng
Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
Which tip can help a writer paraphrase?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Memorize the original sentence.
b. Replace words from the original sentence with synonyms. Câu trả lời đúng
c. Never change the word order of the original sentence.
Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
Which sentence is true?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Students who plagiarize will likely face serious consequences. Câu trả lời đúng
b. Plagiarism is an effective writing technique.
c. Plagiarism is using relevant information from outside sources.
Read the topic sentence and concluding sentence from a cause-effect
paragraph about How Students are Motivated to Succeed. Choose one
supporting sentence that DOES NOT explain the main idea.
Topic sentence: The teachers at Linx Language School motivate their students
to succeed.
Concluding sentence: In summary, the teachers at Linx Language School are
very motivational.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. For this reason, most students continue to take classes at Linx Language School.
b. Students who are late are not respected. Câu trả lời đúng
c. In addition, new students also have positive feeling about continuing their
studies.
d. Because the teachers often encourage students to do well in the real world,
students often get better jobs when they finish school.
Which option is NOT a tip to help you summarize?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Substitute synonyms for key words, key phrases and all of the details. Câu trả lời
đúng
b. Make sure you did not change the writer’s original meaning or add new
information.
c. Use synonyms and different sentence structures to avoid plagiarism.
d. Include the main points, but remove most of the details.
Read the original text and summaries. Answer the question.
Which summary is the best?
Original: Research shows that Americans are growing more concerned about
Internet privacy. One reason is that people now understand privacy issues better.
Nevertheless, while people are concerned about online privacy, only 14 percent of
Internet users read websites’ privacy policies. Research shows that people of all
ages worry about privacy. However, compared to adults, young people are less
informed about privacy issues. Although they are aware of laws about privacy, the
majority of adolescents do not fully understand these laws.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Today, Americans are more concerned about privacy when using computers than
they were in the past. Because more people are accessing the Internet, more people
are reading privacy policies online. Furthermore, young people tend to be less
concerned about privacy on the Internet because they are less informed about the
many legal issues. Câu trả lời đúng
b. Americans are growing more concerned about privacy on the Internet. Firstly,
people now have a better understanding of privacy issues. Still, only a small
percentage of Internet users read websites’ privacy policies. Also, old people are
not as worried about privacy issues as younger age groups. However, companies
violating privacy policies will be subjected to heavy fines.
c. Americans are growing more concerned about privacy on the Internet. One
reason is that people now have a better understanding of privacy issues. Still, only
14 percent of Internet users read websites’ privacy policies. Interestingly, people
are equally worried about privacy issues, regardless of age. However, the majority
of adolescents do not fully understand laws regarding privacy on the Internet.
d. Because understanding of privacy issues on the Internet has deepened recently,
Americans’ concern about these issues has increased. Although this concern is real,
research reveals that very few people read privacy policies online. Furthermore,
people of all ages are concerned about privacy on the Internet, but younger people
tend to be less informed about the relationship between law and online privacy.
Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
An opinion is something that…
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. others may disagree with. Câu trả lời đúng
b. can be counted.
c. is always true.
Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
Which sentence is a fact?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Travis was very worried.
b. Travis asked Hans what was wrong. Câu trả lời đúng
c. Travis is a kind and thoughtful person.
Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
Which sentence is an opinion?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Hans has worked there five years longer than Travis.
b. Hans has worked there since last summer.
c. Hans has worked there for a long time. Câu trả lời đúng
Read the original text and summaries. Answer the question.
Which summary copies much of the wording as the original text?
Original: Research shows that Americans are growing more concerned about
Internet privacy. One reason is that people now understand privacy issues better.
Nevertheless, while people are concerned about online privacy, only 14 percent of
Internet users read websites’ privacy policies. Research shows that people of all
ages worry about privacy. However, compared to adults, young people are less
informed about privacy issues. Although they are aware of laws about privacy, the
majority of adolescents do not fully understand these laws.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Americans are growing more concerned about privacy on the Internet. Firstly,
people now have a better understanding of privacy issues. Still, only a small
percentage of Internet users read websites’ privacy policies. Also, old people are
not as worried about privacy issues as younger age groups. However, companies
violating privacy policies will be subjected to heavy fines.
b. Because understanding of privacy issues on the Internet has deepened recently,
Americans’ concern about these issues has increased. Although this concern is real,
research reveals that very few people read privacy policies online. Furthermore,
people of all ages are concerned about privacy on the Internet, but younger people
tend to be less informed about the relationship between law and online privacy.
Câu trả lời đúng
c. Today, Americans are more concerned about privacy when using computers than
they were in the past. Because more people are accessing the Internet, more people
are reading privacy policies online. Furthermore, young people tend to be less
concerned about privacy on the Internet because they are less informed about the
many legal issues.
d. Americans are growing more concerned about privacy on the Internet. One
reason is that people now have a better understanding of privacy issues. Still, only
14 percent of Internet users read websites’ privacy policies. Interestingly, people
are equally worried about privacy issues, regardless of age. However, the majority
of adolescents do not fully understand laws regarding privacy on the Internet.
Which option is NOT a tip to help you paraphrase?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Do not include new information.
b. Leave out most of the details so that your writing is brief and concise. Câu trả
lời đúng
c. Change the order of words in a piece of writing you are paraphrasing.
d. Substitute synonyms for key words and phrases.
Read the original information and the paraphrase.
Which paraphrase is unacceptable?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Original: Keeping your house cool or warm, driving cars and making things in
factories all pollute the atmosphere.
Paraphrase: Pollution comes from cars, factories, heating and air conditioning.
b. Original: Humans take away animal’s homes and their food by farming, when
they cut down trees for wood, and when they look for oil.
Paraphrase: Cutting down trees and looking for oil damages animals’ homes. Câu
trả lời đúng
c. Original: One social networking site has been translated into over 70 languages.
Paraphrase: More than 70 languages are used on a particular social networking site.
d. Original: This affects the world weather and makes it difficult for animals to find
food and fresh water.
Paraphrase: When the weather changes, animals can’t find water and food
easily.
Read the topic sentence from a cause-effect paragraph about Why People are
Motivated.
Choose one sentence that DOES NOT support the main idea.
Topic sentence: There are many reasons why people are motivated at work.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. If it is possible to ask a boss question, employees may want to work harder.
b. A third factor that motivates people at work is positive feedback.
c. People want to continue to do well when they are told they are doing a good job.
d. As a result, NowTech hires only highly educated managers. Câu trả lời đúng
Read the topic sentences.
What is the most appropriate topic sentence for a cause-effect paragraph?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. People who do not eat genetically modified food are healthier and happier.
b. Genetically modified foods are tested in large labs with modern equipment.
c. As a result of eating genetically modified foods, certain insects that are
important to the environment die. Câu trả lời đúng
d. Genetically modified rice and genetically modified corn both have features that
protect them from insects.
Read the four pairs of sentences. Which pair has a connector showing a
reason?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. When people are bargaining, they often walk away from the seller.
Consequently, the seller thinks he may lose the customer, and he will lower the
price.
b. Internet advertisements are often effective due to the fact that many people have
access to computers. Câu trả lời đúng
c. Stores have sales to make more money. Products are cheaper, so people often
buy more items.
d. Bargaining is acceptable in India. Therefore, storeowners often raise their prices.
Genetically modified food has some benefits that regular food does not have.
What kind of paragraph should you read if you want to learn about how
genetically modified food looks and tastes.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. A cause-effect paragraph about the reasons why scientists started to genetically
modify food.
b. A persuasive paragraph about why genetically modified food should be on
everyone’s dinner table.
c. A comparison paragraph that shows how genetically modified food is like
regular food and how it looks different from regular food.
d. A descriptive paragraph about how genetically modified food looks and tastes.
Câu trả lời đúng
Genetically modified food has some benefits that regular food does not have.
What kind of paragraph should you read if you want to learn about the
reasons why scientists started to genetically modify food.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. A cause-effect paragraph about the reasons why scientists started to genetically
modify food. Câu trả lời đúng
b. A persuasive paragraph about why genetically modified food should be on
everyone’s dinner table.
c. A comparison paragraph that shows how genetically modified food is like
regular food and how it looks different from regular food.
d. A descriptive paragraph about how genetically modified food looks and tastes.
Read the supporting sentence: This may have happened because the corn had been
genetically modified.
Which topic sentence does it support?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. People should support the development of genetically modify food.
b. The genetically modified vegetables grown on this farm are fresh and delicious.
c. In one study, butterflies died after eating one kind corn. Câu trả lời đúng
d. Depending on the weather, farmers grow different crops in different parts of the
world.
Genetically modified food has some benefits that regular food does not have.
What kind of paragraph should you read if you want to learn about how
genetically modified food is different from regular food?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. A persuasive paragraph about why genetically modified food should be on
everyone’s dinner table.
b. A comparison paragraph that shows how genetically modified food is like
regular food and how it looks different from regular food. Câu trả lời đúng
c. A cause-effect paragraph about the reasons why scientists started to genetically
modify food.
d. A descriptive paragraph about how genetically modified food looks and tastes.
Read the topic sentence and concluding sentence from a cause-effect paragraph
about How Students are Motivated to Succeed. Choose one supporting sentence
that DOES NOT explain the main idea.
Topic sentence: The teachers at Linx Language School motivate their students
to succeed.
Concluding sentence: In summary, the teachers at Linx Language School are
very motivational.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Unmotivated students may suffer from stress or depression. Câu trả lời đúng
b. The first example of this is that almost all students pass their final exams as a
result of teacher encouragement.
c. Because of the encouragement to do well in the real world, students often get
better jobs when they finish school.
d. Finally, teachers also motivate their students to succeed outside of school.
Genetically modified food has some benefits that regular food does not have.
What kind of paragraph should you read if you want to learn about the
reasons why people should use genetically modified food.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. A persuasive paragraph about why genetically modified food should be on
everyone’s dinner table. Câu trả lời đúng
b. A comparison paragraph that shows how genetically modified food is like
regular food and how it looks different from regular food.
c. A descriptive paragraph about how genetically modified food looks and tastes.
d. A cause-effect paragraph about the reasons why scientists started to genetically
modify food.
Read the paragraph, and answer the question: How many connectors are used
to show causes?
Throughout the world, many people enjoy bargaining. One reason is that people
feel successful when they pay a lower price. They feel a sense of accomplishment
since they are able to achieve the goal of paying less than the ticketed price.
Another reason many people enjoy bargaining is because they feel that they save
money.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a.
4 Câu trả lời đúng
b.
5
c.
3
d.
2
Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
Solar energy is an excellent alternative energy source.
Which of these could best replace the underlined words?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. very good substitute Câu trả lời đúng
b. not very feasible
c. good, but rarely available
Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
The sun gives our planet heat and light.
Which of these is an acceptable paraphrase for this sentence?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Our planet is warmed by the sun.
b. Sunlight is important to the earth for two reasons.
c. The earth receives both light and warmth from the sun. Câu trả lời đúng
Read the topic sentence and concluding sentence from a cause-effect
paragraph about What Motivates Children. Choose one supporting sentence
that DOES NOT explain the main idea.
Topic sentence:
Children are motivated by many factors.
Concluding sentence: In conclusion, children are not always motivated for the
same reasons.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Homework completion makes them feel good at school.
b. For instance, some children want to do their homework.
c. Children can be motivated to save money by a variety of factors. Câu trả lời
đúng
d. One reason is that many children work harder due to the promise of external
rewards.
Read the topic sentence: In one study, butterflies died after eating one kind
corn.
Choose the correct supporting sentence.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. This food provides the best way to solve hunger problems throughout the world.
b. The bright red tomatoes are extremely juicy, and the corn has a sweet flavor.
c. This may have happened because the corn had been genetically modified. Câu
trả lời đúng
d. For example, corn grows well in warm climates, but lettuce grows better in cool
climates.
All the given sentences make up a paragraph discussing the reasons why
genetically modified rice may be dangerous.
Which is the topic sentence?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. One reason is that some people may be allergic to it. Instead of making them
healthier, it could make them sick.
b. Some scientists argue that golden rice, which has been genetically modified to
contain carotenoids, may be dangerous for two reasons. Câu trả lời đúng
c. Due to the fact that scientists do not yet know the long-term effects of golden
rice on health, there are some risks.
d. Another reason why golden rice may be dangerous is that it has not been tested
enough.
Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
What can help you rephrase an original text using your own words?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. replace words with synonyms and change sentence structures. Câu trả lời đúng
b. provide new examples to support your topic and add adjectives.
c. copy the statistics from the original and provide appropriate citation.
Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
Choose the sentence that does not change the meaning of this text: Laws
dealing with Internet privacy vary in countries around the world.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. People worldwide have different concerns regarding Internet privacy.
b. Internet privacy laws are different in every state.
c. Internet privacy laws differ from one country to another. Câu trả lời đúng
Read the cause-effect paragraph. Choose the appropriate pattern of
organization.
Some scientists argue that golden rice, which has been genetically modified to
contain carotenoids, may be dangerous for two reasons. One reason is that some
people may be allergic to it. Instead of making them healthier, it could make them
sick. Another reason why golden rice may be dangerous is that it has not been
tested enough. Due to the fact that scientists do not yet know the long-term effects
of golden rice on health, there are some risks. Without further research, there are
reasons to believe that golden rice may be harmful to human health.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Point-by-point Câu trả lời đúng
b. Spatial order
c. Block
d. Chronological order
Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
Human body heat is cheap and readily available.
Which of these could best replace the underlined words?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. not expensive and simple to use
b. free and ready to use
c. inexpensive and easy to obtain Câu trả lời đúng
All the given sentences make up a paragraph discussing the reasons why
genetically modified rice may be dangerous.
Which is the concluding sentence?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Without further research, there are reasons to believe that golden rice may be
harmful to human health. Câu trả lời đúng
b. Due to the fact that scientists do not yet know the long-term effects of golden
rice on health, there are some risks.
c. One reason is that some people may be allergic to it. Instead of making them
healthier, it could make them sick. Another reason why golden rice may be
dangerous is that it has not been tested enough.
d. Some scientists argue that golden rice, which has been genetically modified to
contain carotenoids, may be dangerous for two reasons.
Read the paragraph, and answer the question: How many connectors are used
to show effects / results?
Some people make purchases for emotional reasons, and this can have negative
effects. For instance, they may buy products so that they feel better when they are
sad. As a result, they may feel better, but the improvement in mood is likely to last
for only a short period of time. Sometimes people buy products to feel important.
Consequently, they may spend more money than they have.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. 2
b. 4
c. 5
d. 3 Câu trả lời đúng
Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
An acceptable paraphrase
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. should change the meaning of the original sentence significantly.
b. should not change the overall meaning of the original sentence. Câu trả lời đúng
c. should add interesting information to the original sentence.
Read the topic sentence and concluding sentence from a cause-effect
paragraph about What Motivates Children. Choose one supporting sentence
that DOES NOT explain the main idea.
Topic sentence:
Children are motivated by many factors.
Concluding sentence: In conclusion, children are not always motivated for the
same reasons.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. A final reason children are motivated is the possibility of internal rewards.
b. In addition, because of the fact that children are used to getting such rewards,
they often expect them.
c. For example, children can be motivated to do chores of they receive money.
d. Mr. Paul is a motivational teacher who was born in the 1960s. Câu trả lời đúng
Read the topic sentence and concluding sentence from a cause-effect paragraph
about What Motivates Children. Choose one supporting sentence that DOES NOT
explain the main idea.
Topic sentence:
Children are motivated by many factors.
Concluding sentence: In conclusion, children are not always motivated for the
same reasons.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. For instance, some children want to do their homework. Câu trả lời không đúng
b. Children can be motivated to save money by a variety of factors.
c. One reason is that many children work harder due to the promise of external
rewards.
d. Homework completion makes them feel good at school.
Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
One of the problems with fossil fuels is that they are not renewable.
Which of these is an acceptable paraphrase for this sentence?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. One of the problems with fossil fuels is that they are not renewable.
b. An issue with fuels like oil and coal is that they will not always available.
c. Fossil fuels will have to be replaced with alternative fuels because they will not
be available. Câu trả lời không đúng
Match the clause with the correct half to make up a complete sentence:
You might think life was better 100 years ago,…
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. but they are not slowing down enough to stop the population explosion.
b. or you think it is better today. Câu trả lời đúng
c. so humans have a greater impact on the environment.
d. because of recent medical advances.
Match the clause with the correct half to make up a complete sentence:
People had more children in the past, …
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. but they are not slowing down enough to stop the population explosion.
b. or you think it is better today.
c. so humans have a greater impact on the environment.
d. but children often did not live as long. Câu trả lời đúng
Match the clause with the best half to make up a complete sentence:
Birthrates are declining in some countries,…,
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. because of recent medical advances.
b. but they are increasing worldwide. Câu trả lời đúng
c. or you think it is better today.
d. but they are not slowing down enough to stop the population explosion.
Read the paragraph. Decide which sentences show opinions.
(1) Seri Sander works for a bank. (2) She is a very hard worker. (3) She is good at
her job. (4) Last week, one of her co-worker told a joke. (5) The person who told
the joke was rude. (6) Seri said she was offended and left the room. (7) The
employee apologized to Seri at 4.30 that afternoon. (8) His apology was not
sincere. (9) Now, Seri seems upset about the problem. (10) She made an
appointment with her boss to ask for his advice.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. 2-3-5-8-9 Câu trả lời đúng
b. 2-5-8-9-10
c. 3-4-6-8-10
d. 2-3-6-8-9
Choose a sentence that gives an opinion.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. The U.S. Department of Agriculture advices most people to exercise for 60
minutes a day to prevent weight gain.
b. By not exercising enough, people may gain too much weight. Câu trả lời đúng
c. Some companies hold competitions to helps employees lose weight.
d. Shirley Blakely, a dietician, stresses that shoppers who understand what is in
their food can more clearly see the connection between ingredients and health.
Choose a sentence that gives a fact.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Fried food is extremely unhealthy and can lead to heart problems.
b. Americans should take better care of their hearts.
c. The Food and Drug Administration says that healthier choices include lean
meats that are baked, boiled, or grilled. Câu trả lời đúng
d. Strenuous exercise is not beneficial for everyone.
What is a fact?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. . Câu trả lời đúng
b. Information many people agree with.
c. Something one person believes.
d. The way a person feels about a topic.
Choose a sentence that gives a fact.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Adults should help children learn about healthy eating habits.
b. Fruit is the best choice for dessert after a heavy meal.
c. All children love fruit.
d. According to a study of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, adults should eat
about two cups of vegetables a day. Câu trả lời đúng
Choose a sentence that gives an opinion.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. The Food and Drug Administration strongly supports the claim that parents and
teachers can fight unhealthy weight gain by teaching children about eating better.
b. For example, the U.S. Department of Agriculture recommends that people who
are at risk for heart disease consult a doctor before exercising.
c. Consumers who read nutrition fact labels on food products are better able to
make informed decisions about nutrition. Câu trả lời đúng
d. About 80 million adults in the United States currently suffer from heart diseases.
Match the clause with the correct half to make up a complete sentence:
Birthrates are declining,…
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. so humans have a greater impact on the environment.
b. because life expectancy is the average number of years a person lives.
c. but they are not slowing down enough to stop the population explosion. Câu trả
lời đúng
d. or you think it is better today.
It is important to report unethical behavior, but the unethical behavior will
continue.
This sentence needs…
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. a preposition
b. another comma
c. a different conjunction Câu trả lời đúng
d. a pronoun
Which sentence does not have parallel structure?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Research shows that communication, language, and gestures are sometimes used
differently by men and by women.
b. Men’s language is often direct, honest, and factual.
c. Women’s language is sometimes not as direct as men’s.
d. Women often use language that is indirect, that is deferential, and their language
is nurturing. Câu trả lời đúng
Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
Choose the most appropriate topic sentence for a persuasive paragraph.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Studies suggest that men tend to think of quick solutions to problems.
b. Most researchers agree that children and adults solve problems differently.
c. People should ask for advice when they have problems. Câu trả lời đúng
Which sentence does not have parallel structure?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Jobs offering flexible schedules and to help people may be appealing to some
women. Câu trả lời đúng
b. Men tended to compliment women more than women complimented men.
c. Some women believe success at work is possible by acting more confidently,
and by speaking more assertively.
d. At many colleges, few women major in engineering, computer science, or
psychology.
Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
Match the sentence with the type of paragraph it comes from: People who want to
learn to speak Spanish should study in Latin America.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Persuasive Câu trả lời đúng
b. Comparison
c. Descriptive
Choose a sentence that gives an opinion.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. People who are connected on the Internet are not truly friends. Câu trả lời đúng
b. According to one company, 77 percent of Internet users read blogs.
c. Over 12 billion online videos are viewed everyday in the United States.
d. The average user spends 5.3 hors per day on the social networking sites.
Choose the sentence that expresses a fact.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Research shows that home-cooked meals usually include more fruits and
vegetables than meals in restaurants. Câu trả lời đúng
b. Green vegetables taste better than other vegetables.
c. Home-cooked meals are better than meals in restaurants.
d. Teenagers who do not do well at school are lazy.
Choose a sentence that gives an opinion.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Singleton Research claims that the majority of online video game players are
women between 37 and 43.
b. A recent report by Singleton Research states that ads on social networking sites
generate billions of dollars per year.
c. Event organizers should have relied on social networking sites to provide
information to guests. Câu trả lời đúng
d. More than 70 percent of visitors to the website live outside the United States,
according to Singleton Research.
Choose the sentence that expresses an opinion.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Beyond Fat is a reality-based television show about teens who are taking steps to
ward losing weight.
b. Research indicates that a diet low in salt can help people lower their blood
pressure.
c. The U.S. Department of Agriculture recommends that adults eat two to three
cups of vegetables per day.
d. Less than Skinny was the most entertaining show on television. Câu trả lời đúng
Choose the sentence that expresses a fact.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Parents should eat at least one meal a day with their children.
b. People who participate in weight loss competitions are not serious about
changing their eating habits.
c. Playing team sports is a better way to exercise than working out in a gym.
d. One study showed that teenagers who ate meals with their families did well
academically. Câu trả lời đúng
Read the paragraph. Decide how many sentences show opinions.
Seri Sander works for a bank. She is a very hard worker. She is good at her job.
Last week, one of her co-worker told a joke. The person who told the joke was
rude. Seri said she was offended and left the room. The employee apologized to
Seri at 4.30 that afternoon. His apology was not sincere. Now, Seri seems upset
about the problem. She made an appointment with her boss to ask for his advice.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. 7
b. 9
c. 6
d. 5 Câu trả lời đúng
Some people think whistle-blowers are good, and I work with people from
many countries.
This sentence needs…
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. a conjunction
b. related clauses Câu trả lời đúng
c. a comma
d. a pronoun
Which sentence does not have parallel structure?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Some women believe success at work is possible with less shy behavior, acting
more confidently, and by speaking more assertively Câu trả lời đúng
b. Women who feel comfortable speaking may get the same amount of attention in
the classroom as men who may be acting competitively.
c. Some students may get more attention in class because they raise their hands
frequently, enjoy speaking in front of others, and demonstrate greater confidence.
d. Both men and women in China are more likely to respond to a compliment by
giving another compliment than by saying thank you.
Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
Match the sentence with the type of paragraph it comes from: The bakery was
filled with the scent of chocolate and the sound of noisy customers.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Cause-effect
b. Descriptive Câu trả lời đúng
c. Persuasive
Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
Write a persuasive paragraph
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. when you want to explain exactly how something looks or feels.
b. when you want to convince readers of an opinion. Câu trả lời đúng
c. when you want to entertain your readers.
Read the sentences. Choose the sentence giving an opinion.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. More than 100 employees attended the office party.
b. My boss is Mr. Williams.
c. The company is on two floors.
d. Seri Sander, a bank clerk, is a hard worker. Câu trả lời đúng
Choose a sentence that gives a fact.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. The U.S. Department of Agriculture emphasizes that exercise is an important
part of being healthy and reducing stress. Câu trả lời đúng
b. People spend too much time looking at photos on social networking sites.
c. Social networking sites are an effective way for companies to reach customers.
d. Looking at other users’ profiles can be come addictive since they contain
interesting information.
Read the sentences. Choose the sentence giving a fact.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. The joke Dave told was very funny.
b. Humor in the workplace offends everyone.
c. My boss moved here from Texas. Câu trả lời đúng
d. All the employees at the company are nice.
Which sentence does not have parallel structure?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Some researchers believe that girls learn better at all- girls schools because the
schools may help improve cooperation, focus, and self confidence
b. At many colleges, few women major in engineering, computer science, or earn a
degree in psychology. Câu trả lời đúng
c. Some people do not want to be thought of as too assertive, or aggressive.
d. Women who feel comfortable speaking may get the same amount of attention in
the classroom as men who may be acting competitively.
Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
Choose the best supporting sentence for this topic sentence for a persuasive
paragraph: Brainstorming is a highly effective strategy for solving problems.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. This is the reason why brainstorming is a waste of time and people should not do
it.
b. Brainstorming is a more effective way to think of solutions to problems.
c. It is a useful way to think of multiple solutions to a problem before choosing
one. Câu trả lời đúng
Which sentence has parallel structure?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. People give compliments on appearance, on possessions, on ability, or the way
others behave.
b. Women give each other compliments to build relationships with friends,
relationships with coworkers, and with bosses.
c. Women who feel comfortable speaking may get the same amount of attention in
the classroom as men who may be acting competitively. Câu trả lời đúng
d. At many colleges, few women major in engineering, computer science, or earn a
degree in psychology.
Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
Match the topic sentence from a persuasive paragraph with the correct
concluding sentence: Problem-solving workshops are a useful tool to help
people learn to solve problems.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. For this reason, avoid trying to fix other people’s problems
b. Register for a problem-solving course in your area to learn these skills. Câu trả
lời đúng
c. For this reason, avoid trying to fix other people’s problems
Read the sentences. Choose the sentence giving an opinion.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. We finish work at 5.30 p.m.
b. This is a great company. Câu trả lời đúng
c. Talia has worked here for ten months.
d. I have two other jobs before this one.
Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
Match the topic sentence from a persuasive paragraph with the correct
concluding sentence: It is helpful to be flexible when solving problems.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. People who are willing to try something new will probably have greater success.
b. In conclusion, experts suggest trying one of these methods to solve problems in
the future. Câu trả lời đúng
c. For this reason, avoid trying to fix other people’s problems.
Which sentence does not have parallel structure?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. At many colleges, few women major in engineering, computer science, or
psychology.
b. Women give each other compliments to build relationships with friends, with
coworkers, and with bosses.
c. Women who feel comfortable speaking may get the same amount of attention in
the classroom as men who may be acting competitively.
d. People give compliments on appearance, on possessions, on ability, or the way
others behave. Câu trả lời đúng
Which option does not match the clause below:
Death rates are decreasing,….
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. but they are not slowing down enough to stop the population explosion.
b. because of recent medical advances.
c. or you think it is better today. Câu trả lời đúng
d. because people are living longer.
Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
Match the topic sentence from a persuasive paragraph with the correct
concluding sentence: Brainstorming with others is the best tool for solving
problems.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Register for a problem-solving course in your area to learn these skills.
b. In conclusion, you should discuss many possible solutions when there are
problems. Câu trả lời đúng
c. In conclusion, experts suggest trying one of these methods to solve problems in
the future.
Match the clause with the correct half to make up a complete sentence:
Today, even older people use technology,…
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. or you think it is better today.
b. and it can help them stay connected to friends and relatives. Câu trả lời đúng
c. so humans have a greater impact on the environment.
d. but they are not slowing down enough to stop the population explosion.
Match the clause with the correct half to make up a complete sentence:
In general, people live longer today,..
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. so humans have a greater impact on the environment.
b. but they are not slowing down enough to stop the population explosion.
c. because of recent medical advances. Câu trả lời đúng
d. or you think it is better today.
She wanted the same treatment so she was happy that she was treated like her
coworkers.
This sentence needs…
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. a different conjunction
b. a comma Câu trả lời đúng
c. a preposition
d. another clause
Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
Match the topic sentence from a persuasive paragraph with the correct
concluding sentence: It is rarely a good idea to solve problems for other
people.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. People who are willing to try something new will probably have greater success.
b. For this reason, avoid trying to fix other people’s problems. Câu trả lời đúng
c. In conclusion, experts suggest trying one of these methods to solve problems in
the future.
Which sentence does not have parallel structure?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Some students may get more attention in class because they raise their hands
frequently, enjoy speaking in front of others, and demonstrate greater confidence.
b. Women who feel comfortable speaking may get the same amount of attention in
the classroom as men who may be acting competitively.
c. Getting a higher salary may be more difficult for some women than getting an
advanced degree.
d. Some researchers believe that girls learn better at all- girls schools because the
schools may help improve cooperation, focus, and girls feeling good about
themselves. Câu trả lời đúng
Match the first half of a sentence with a proper half to explain a term in persuasive
writing.
A refutation is …
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. … a response to the opposing or counter argument, strengthening the writer’s
original opinion. Câu trả lời đúng
b. …the writer restates the main idea, offers a suggestion, or makes a prediction
about the topic.
c. … the opinion, which is different from the writer’s.
d. … one’s belief about the topic when he/she is discussing it.
Read the group of sentences. Answer the question below.
Choose the writer’s refutation?
The number of violent scenes on TV is on the rise, which asserts negative effects
on viewers. People who are against strict media control often point out that some
of the violence shown on TV is the true portrayal of what is happening around us
and people have the right to know it. Although it is undoubtedly true, this could
hardly be justified. To be specific, people who see media violence a lot may
gradually develop a sense of insecurity and mistrust as they are forced to believe
that they are living in a dangerous world.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Although it is undoubtedly true,…
b. The number of violent scenes on TV is on the rise, which asserts negative effects
on viewers.
c. People who are against strict media control often point out that some of the
violence shown on TV is the true portrayal of what is happening around us and
people have the right to know it.
d. … this could hardly be justified.
To be specific, people who see media violence a lot may gradually develop a sense
of insecurity and mistrust as they are forced to believe that they are living in a
dangerous world. Câu trả lời đúng
Read the group of sentences. Answer the question below.
Choose the writer’s opinion?
Doctors must give the same attention to psychological illnesses, such as
hypochondria, as they do to physical illnesses. However, some may argue that
treating hypochondriacs wastes valuable consultation time that could otherwise be
spent on patients with serious physical problems. While hypochondria may take up
a physician’s time, it is important to keep in mind that psychological illnesses like
hypochondria can, in fact, develop into physical condition.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. …, it is important to keep in mind that psychological illnesses like hypochondria
can, in fact, develop into physical condition.
b. Doctors must give the same attention to psychological illnesses, such as
hypochondria, as they do to physical illnesses. Câu trả lời đúng
c. However, some may argue that treating hypochondriacs wastes valuable
consultation time that could otherwise be spent on patients with serious physical
problems.
d. While hypochondria may take up a physician’s time…
Match the opinion with the correct counter argument.
Buying a car is too expensive, so people should take public transportation instead.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. However, cheaper clothes may wear out more quickly than expensive ones.
b. However, this may be unfair to people who choose cheaper meals.
c. On the other hand, buses and trains are often expensive, too. Câu trả lời đúng
d. On the other hand, it is often necessary to borrow money for school.
Read the group of sentences. Answer the question below.
Choose the opposing opinion?
The number of violent scenes on TV is on the rise, which asserts negative effects
on viewers. People who are against strict media control often point out that some
of the violence shown on TV is the true portrayal of what is happening around us
and people have the right to know it. Although it is undoubtedly true, this could
hardly be justified. To be specific, people who see media violence a lot may
gradually develop a sense of insecurity and mistrust as they are forced to believe
that they are living in a dangerous world.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Although it is undoubtedly true, …
b. ….this could hardly be justified.
To be specific, people who see media violence a lot may gradually develop a sense
of insecurity and mistrust as they are forced to believe that they are living in a
dangerous world.
c. The number of violent scenes on TV is on the rise, which asserts negative effects
on viewers.
d. People who are against strict media control often point out that some of the
violence shown on TV is the true portrayal of what is happening around us and
people have the right to know it. Câu trả lời đúng
Read the group of sentences. Answer the question below.
Choose the writer’s concession?
The number of violent scenes on TV is on the rise, which asserts negative effects
on viewers. People who are against strict media control often point out that some
of the violence shown on TV is the true portrayal of what is happening around us
and people have the right to know it. Although it is undoubtedly true, this could
hardly be justified. To be specific, people who see media violence a lot may
gradually develop a sense of insecurity and mistrust as they are forced to believe
that they are living in a dangerous world.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. … this could hardly be justified.
To be specific, people who see media violence a lot may gradually develop a sense
of insecurity and mistrust as they are forced to believe that they are living in a
dangerous world.
b. People who are against strict media control often point out that some of the
violence shown on TV is the true portrayal of what is happening around us and
people have the right to know it.
c. The number of violent scenes on TV is on the rise, which asserts negative effects
on viewers.
d. Although it is undoubtedly true, … Câu trả lời đúng
Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
Match the topic sentence from a persuasive paragraph with the correct concluding
sentence: There are many new useful ways to solve problems.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. In conclusion, experts suggest trying one of these methods to solve problems in
the future.
b. For this reason, avoid trying to fix other people’s problems. Câu trả lời không
đúng
c. People who are willing to try something new will probably have greater success.

Choose the most appropriate paraphrase of this information: The most important
factor in the group’s success was the way they motivated team members. – Tech
News.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Tech News reports that this group won, and everyone who participated won
something.
b. According to Tech News, one factor in the group’s success was the way they
increased team motivation. Sai
c. According to Tech News, the most important factor in the group’s success was
the way they motivated team members. Câu trả lời không đúng
d. Tech News reported that a key reason this group was successful was that they
inspired other members of the team.
Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
Which sentence does not have parallel structure?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. When traveling to another country, it is helpful to understand how men and
women communicate with friends, family members, and co-workers. Câu trả lời
không đúng
b. Some students may get more attention in class because they raise their hands
frequently, enjoy speaking in front of others, and demonstrate greater confidence.
Câu trả lời không đúng
c. Both men and women in China are more likely to respond to a compliment by
giving another compliment than by saying thank you.
d. Not understanding how men and women communicate may lead to
misunderstandings, miscommunication, and causing other problems.

Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
A fact …
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. is impossible.
b. can be invented.

c. can be proven. đúng

Read the topic sentence from a cause-effect paragraph about Why People are Motivated. Choose
one sentence that DOES NOT support the main idea.
Topic sentence: There are many reasons why people are motivated at work.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Creative people often have higher salaries than people who are not creative. Đúng

b. Interesting tasks are one cause of strong motivation.

c. For example, employees may be motivated to finish a project if it is creative.

d. Because of the fact that people like to feel comfortable at work, employees are sometimes
motivated by a friendly boss.

Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
What is the most appropriate type of paragraph for this topic sentence: As a result of eating
genetically modified foods, certain insects that are important to the environment may die.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. persuasive
b. comparison

c. cause-effect Đúng

Nestor’s company is a nice place to work, it has good conditions.

This sentence needs…
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. a conjunction

b. a preposition
c. a clause

d. a comma
Match the clause with the correct half to make up a complete sentence:
There are more people in the world today,…
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. or you think it is better today.

b. so humans have a greater impact on the environment.

c. because of recent medical advances.

d. but they are not slowing down enough to stop the population explosion.

Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
Choose the sentence which most likely follows this one: When people are tired, they are likely to buy
less.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Consequently, people typically do not buy new beds very often.
b. Therefore, many companies advertise on TV during the day instead of at night.

c. One reason is that people often need more than eight hours of sleep.

Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
In a paragraph with a topic sentence about effects of an event, the supporting sentences should…
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. compare the event to another event.
b. show the reasons the event happened.

c. show the results of the event.

Match the opinion with the correct counter argument.

People should not take out loans.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. On the other hand, buses and trains are often expensive, too.
b. On the other hand, property taxes and home maintenance can cost more.
c. However, cheaper clothes may wear out more quickly than expensive ones.

d. On the other hand, it is often necessary to borrow money for school.

Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
What is one reason to include facts in an essay?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Facts help support the opinions you include.

b. Facts make your writing personal.

c. Facts make your sentences longer.

What do connectors do in an essay?

Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. link ideas

b. support the topic sentence.

c. state the topic

Which sentence gives a reason for some people’s lack of motivation?

Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. Some people are unmotivated due to suffering from depression.

b. Consequently, unmotivated people often do not get promoted at work.

c. People may be unmotivated for several reasons.

Choose the sentence which most likely follows this one: The company advertised their product
successfully.
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. One reason is to decrease the cause of advertising.

b. For these reasons, they also advertised on the television.

c. As a result, their sales figure increased.

Which sentence gives a result of a company paying people fair salaries?

Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. People who are late are not respected.

b. Therefore, employees are dedicated to the company.

c. The company pays people more if they work hard.

Which connectors show causes?

Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. first, second

b. another reason is

c. for example, for instance

Choose the sentence which most likely follows this one: When people are tired, they are likely to buy
less.
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. One reason is that people often need more than eight hours of sleep.

b. Therefore, many companies advertise on TV during the day instead of at night.

c. Consequently, people typically do not buy new beds very often.

Which connectors show effects?

Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. next, finally

b. therefore, consequently

c. one reason is, because of

What is the purpose of a cause-effect essay?

Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. to show results or effects

b. to give readers opinion about two topics

c. to show the order of importance of points

Which connectors show causes?

Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. for example, for instance

b. first, second

c. another reason is

Choose the topic sentence that is most appropriate for a cause-effect paragraph.
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. Powerful people often act differently than less powerful people.

b. Mr. Paulson was a motivational teacher who was born in the 1960s.

c. People can be motivated to save money for a variety of factors.

In a paragraph with a topic sentence about effects of an event, the supporting sentences should…
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. compare the event to another event.

b. show the reasons the event happened.

c. show the results of the event.

Which of the following words and phrases help show causes (reasons)?
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. as a result, for these reasons

b. due to, one reason is

c. for this reason, consequently

Electric vehicles are faster than many people may think.

Which of these is an acceptable paraphrase for this sentence?
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. People think that cars with gasoline energies are faster than electric vehicles.

b. Electric vehicles are faster than many people think.

c. The majority of people may not realize how fast electric cars are.

What does a paraphrase let writers do?

Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. plagiarize without breaking rules

b. incorporate other writers’ ideas in their own writing.

c. Copy someone else’s sentences

The sun gives our planet heat and light.

Which of these is an acceptable paraphrase for this sentence?
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. Sunlight is important to the earth for two reasons.

b. The earth receives both light and warmth from the sun.

c. Our planet is warmed by the sun.

Solar energy is an excellent alternative energy source.

Which of these could best replace the underlined words?
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. not very feasible

b. good, but rarely available

c. very good substitute

Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
An acceptable paraphrase
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. should not change the overall meaning of the original sentence.

b. should add interesting information to the original sentence.

c. should change the meaning of the original sentence significantly.

Which sentence is true?

Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. Plagiarism is an effective writing technique.

b. Students who plagiarize will likely face serious consequences.

c. Plagiarism is using relevant information from outside sources.

What can help you rephrase an original text using your own words?
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. replace words with synonyms and change sentence structures.

b. copy the statistics from the original and provide appropriate citation.

c. provide new examples to support your topic and add adjectives.

One of the problems with fossil fuels is that they are not renewable.
Which of these is an acceptable paraphrase for this sentence?
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. One of the problems with fossil fuels is that they are not renewable.

b. An issue with fuels like oil and coal is that they will not always available.

c. Fossil fuels will have to be replaced with alternative fuels because they will not be available.

The United States receives imported oil from Canada and Mexico.
Which of these is an acceptable paraphrase for this sentence?
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. Imported oil comes from only two countries.

b. Canada imports oil from the United States and Mexico.

c. Canada and Mexico provide oil to the United States.

Choose the sentence that gives a fact.

Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. The USDA’s website is nicely designed and easy to use.

b. The best job for a dietician is working for the USDA.

c. The USDA is an agency that advises Americans about food.

What is an opinion?
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. common knowledge or a general truth

b. one person’s belief about a topic.

c. something that can be proven with data.

Which sentence is a fact?

Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. Hans was working too hard.

b. Hans started working 50 hours a week.

c. Hans was not working very hard.

Which sentence is an opinion?

Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. Travis and Hans work together every weekend.

b. Travis and Hans have never worked together.

c. Travis and Hans have fun working together.

A fact …
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. can be invented.

b. is impossible.

c. can be proven.

Which sentence is a fact?

Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. Travis asked Hans what was wrong.

b. Travis was very worried.

c. Travis is a kind and thoughtful person

An opinion is something that…

Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. is always true.

b. others may disagree with.

c. can be counted.

Choose the sentence that expresses an opinion.

Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. Teenagers need more milk than children, according to many studies.

b. A few tablespoons of chocolate syrup improve the taste of milk significantly.

c. Milk and cheeses are products available in most grocery stores.

Which word is often associated with facts used to support opinions?

Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. style

b. belief

c. research

Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
What is parallel structure?
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. relating sentences to the topic

b. comparing two or more things

c. using similar word patterns

What is an opinion?
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. something that can be proven with data.

b. common knowledge or a general truth

c. one person’s belief about a topic.

Which sentence is an opinion?

Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. Hans has worked there five years longer than Travis.

b. Hans has worked there for a long time.

c. Hans has worked there since last summer.

Which sentence is a fact?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Travis asked Hans what was wrong.

b. Travis was very worried.

c. Travis is a kind and thoughtful person.

Which sentence is a fact?

Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. Travis and Hans are coworkers.

b. Travis and Hans are busy.

c. Travis and Hans work well together.

Match the topic sentence from a persuasive paragraph with the correct concluding sentence:
Problem-solving workshops are a useful tool to help people learn to solve problems.
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. For this reason, avoid trying to fix other people’s problems

b. For this reason, avoid trying to fix other people’s problems

c. Register for a problem-solving course in your area to learn these skills.

Match the sentence with the type of paragraph it comes from: Chinese speech may sound like
singing to someone who is not a native speaker.
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. Persuasive

b. Comparison

c. Cause-effect

What is the most appropriate type of paragraph for this topic sentence: As a result of eating
genetically modified foods, certain insects that are important to the environment may die.
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. cause-effect

b. persuasive

c. comparison
Match the topic sentence from a persuasive paragraph with the correct concluding sentence: It is
rarely a good idea to solve problems for other people.
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. In conclusion, experts suggest trying one of these methods to solve problems in the future.

b. For this reason, avoid trying to fix other people’s problems.

c. People who are willing to try something new will probably have greater success.

Choose the best supporting sentence for this topic sentence for a persuasive paragraph:
Brainstorming is a highly effective strategy for solving problems.
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. Brainstorming is a more effective way to think of solutions to problems.

b. This is the reason why brainstorming is a waste of time and people should not do it.

c. It is a useful way to think of multiple solutions to a problem before choosing one.

Match the topic sentence from a persuasive paragraph with the correct concluding sentence: There
are many new useful ways to solve problems.
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. In conclusion, experts suggest trying one of these methods to solve problems in the future.

b. For this reason, avoid trying to fix other people’s problems.

c. People who are willing to try something new will probably have greater success.

Match the sentence with the type of paragraph it comes from: The bakery was filled with the scent of
chocolate and the sound of noisy customers.
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. Descriptive

b. Persuasive

c. Cause-effect

Match the sentence with the type of paragraph it comes from: People who want to learn to speak
Spanish should study in Latin America.
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. Descriptive
b. Persuasive

c. Comparison

Choose the most appropriate topic sentence for a persuasive paragraph.

Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. Most researchers agree that children and adults solve problems differently.

b. People should ask for advice when they have problems.

c. Studies suggest that men tend to think of quick solutions to problems.

Write a persuasive paragraph

Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. when you want to entertain your readers.

b. when you want to explain exactly how something looks or feels.

c. when you want to convince readers of an opinion.

Match the topic sentence from a persuasive paragraph with the correct concluding sentence:
Problem-solving workshops are a useful tool to help people learn to solve problems.
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. For this reason, avoid trying to fix other people’s problems

b. Register for a problem-solving course in your area to learn these skills.

c. For this reason, avoid trying to fix other people’s problems

Match the topic sentence from a persuasive paragraph with the correct concluding sentence:
Brainstorming with others is the best tool for solving problems.
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. In conclusion, experts suggest trying one of these methods to solve problems in the future.

b. Register for a problem-solving course in your area to learn these skills.

c. In conclusion, you should discuss many possible solutions when there are problems.

In a paragraph with a topic sentence about effects of an event, the supporting sentences should…
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. show the reasons the event happened.

b. show the results of the event.

c. compare the event to another event

Choose the sentence that does not change the meaning of this text: Laws dealing with Internet
privacy vary in countries around the world.
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. People worldwide have different concerns regarding Internet privacy.

b. Internet privacy laws are different in every state.

c. Internet privacy laws differ from one country to another.

What is one reason to include facts in an essay?

Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. Facts make your sentences longer.

b. Facts make your writing personal.

c. Facts help support the opinions you include.

Which phrase describes a simple sentence?

Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. two or more subjects, two or more verbs, two independent clauses

b. two or more subjects, two or more verbs, an independent clause, a dependent clause.

c. one or more subjects, one or more verbs, one independent clause

Which words can help you identify sentences that need to have parallel structure?
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. conjunctions in lists and comparison words

b. subjects and verbs

c. objects and prepositions

Which sentence has parallel structure?
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. People who are older, when people are teenagers, and children communicate differently.

b. Adults, teenagers, and children communicate differently.

c. Adults, teenagers, and those who are young communicate differently.

Use parallel structure

Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. in lists and comparisons.

b. in run-on sentences.

c. with multiple subjects.

Which sentence has parallel structure?

Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. Teenage boys communicate differently talking to girls.

b. Teenage boys communicate differently than teenage girls.

c. Teenage boys communicate differently than girls who are teens.

Which sentence has parallel structure?

Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. Teenage girls often communicate through notes and through text messages.

b. Teenage girls often communicate by writing notes and to send text messages.

c. Teenage girls often communicate through notes and sending text messages.

Match the topic sentence from a persuasive paragraph with the correct concluding sentence: It is
helpful to be flexible when solving problems.
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. For this reason, avoid trying to fix other people’s problems.

b. In conclusion, experts suggest trying one of these methods to solve problems in the future.

c. People who are willing to try something new will probably have greater success.
Human body heat is cheap and readily available.
Which of these could best replace the underlined words?
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. inexpensive and easy to obtain

b. not expensive and simple to use

c. free and ready to use

Which phrase describes a complex sentence?

Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. two or more subjects, two or more verbs, an independent clause, a dependent clause.

b. one or more subjects, one or more verbs, one independent clause

c. two or more subjects, two or more verbs, two independent clauses

Which tip can help a writer paraphrase?

Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. Never change the word order of the original sentence.

b. Replace words from the original sentence with synonyms.

c. Memorize the original sentence.

Managers need to listen to people if there is a problem.

How many independent clauses does this sentence have?
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. one

b. two

c. zero

Which phrase describes a compound sentence?

Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. two or more subjects, two or more verbs, an independent clause, a dependent clause.

b. two or more subjects, two or more verbs, two independent clauses

 c. one or more subjects, one or more verbs, one independent clause

Choose the sentence which most likely follows this one: Bargaining is common in Cairo.
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. Since they can get low prices, tourists often visit this city.

b. Therefore, no one bargains in Canada.

c. As a result, one company moved its headquarters to another city.

Girls often develop language skills sooner…………..

Choose the option that gives this sentence parallel structure.
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. that boys
b. than boys develop slowly

c. than boys

Employers should not hire people based on personal judgments, and they should not pay attention
to stereotypes.
How many independent clauses does this sentence have?
Chọn một câu trả lời:

a. two

b. one

c. three

Viết 6
Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
1. Choose the sentence which most likely follows this one: Bargaining is common in Cairo.
Chọn một câu trả lời: Since they can get low prices, tourists often visit this city
Beacause: shows the effect of the cause given
2. Choose the sentence which most likely follows this one: When people are tired, they are likely to
buy less.
Chọn một câu trả lời: Therefore, many companies advertise on TV during the day instead of at
night
Beacause: shows the effect of the cause given
3. Which sentence gives a reason for some people’s lack of motivation?
Chọn một câu trả lời: Some people are unmotivated due to suffering from depression.
Beacause: The reason given is people’s suffering from depression
4. Which of the following words and phrases help show causes (reasons)?
Chọn một câu trả lời: due to, one reason is.
5. In a paragraph with a topic sentence about effects of an event, the supporting sentences should…
Chọn một câu trả lời: show the reasons the event happened.
6. What is the purpose of a cause-effect essay?
Chọn một câu trả lời: to show results or effects
Beacause: cause-effect essay may discuss causes, effects or both causes and effects
7. What do connectors do in an essay?
Chọn một câu trả lời: link ideas
Beacause: “state the topic” is about the topic sentence; “support the topic sentence” is about
supporting sentences while connectors join ideas to make the writing coherent and smooth
8. Choose the topic sentence that is most appropriate for a cause-effect paragraph.
Chọn một câu trả lời: People can be motivated to save money for a variety of factors
Beacause: will show reasons why people save money
9. Choose the sentence which most likely follows this one: The company advertised their product
successfully.
Chọn một câu trả lời: As a result, their sales figure increased.
10. Which connectors show effects?
Chọn một câu trả lời: therefore, consequently
Beacause: shows results or effects
11. Solar energy is an excellent alternative energy source.
Which of these could best replace the underlined words?
Chọn một câu trả lời: very good substitute
Beacause: A includes synonyms.
12. Human body heat is cheap and readily available.
Which of these could best replace the underlined words?
Chọn một câu trả lời: inexpensive and easy to obtain
13. What can help you rephrase an original text using your own words?
Chọn một câu trả lời: replace words with synonyms and change sentence structures
Beacause: A will make a poor rephrase. C is not correct because new information should never
be added to a summary or paraphrase
14. The sun gives our planet heat and light.
Which of these is an acceptable paraphrase for this sentence?
Chọn một câu trả lời: The earth receives both light and warmth from the sun
15. The United States receives imported oil from Canada and Mexico.
 Which of these is an acceptable paraphrase for this sentence?
Chọn một câu trả lời: Canada and Mexico provide oil to the United States
Beacause: uses synonyms.
16 . What does a paraphrase let writers do?
Chọn một câu trả lời: incorporate other writers’ ideas in their own writing
Beacause: is correct because paraphrasing allows writers to express other writers’ ideas in their
own words
17. Electric vehicles are faster than many people may think.
Which of these is an acceptable paraphrase for this sentence?
Chọn một câu trả lời: The majority of people may not realize how fast electric cars are
18. Which sentence is a fact?
Chọn một câu trả lời: : Travis asked Hans what was wrong
19. Choose the sentence that gives a fact.
Chọn một câu trả lời: The USDA is an agency that advises Americans about food.
Beacause: The word BEST in B and NICELY DESIGNED in C are personal views
20. A fact …
Chọn một câu trả lời: can be proven
Beacause: A fact refers to what is real and can be proven to be true
21. Which sentence is a fact?
Chọn một câu trả lời: Travis and Hans are coworkers
Beacause: WORK WELL and BUSY are not always true
22. What is an opinion?
Chọn một câu trả lời: one person’s belief about a topic
23. Which sentence is an opinion?
Chọn một câu trả lời: Hans has worked there for a long time
Beacause: That a period is believed to be long or short depends on each person’s view
24. Read the questions and three answers. Choose the best option A, B, or C.
Which sentence is a fact?
Chọn một câu trả lời: Hans started working 50 hours a week.

a. Hans was working too hard.

25. What is one reason to include facts in an essay?
Chọn một câu trả lời: Facts help support the opinions you include
Beacause: Facts make your writing impersonal, objective, and strong.
26. Choose the sentence that expresses an opinion.
Chọn một câu trả lời: A few tablespoons of chocolate syrup improve the taste of milk
significantly
 có tác dụng
Beacause: How much the TASTE OF MILK improves depends on one’s ideas
27. Which sentence is an opinion?
Chọn một câu trả lời: Travis and Hans have fun working together
28. An opinion is something that…
Chọn một câu trả lời: others may disagree with.
Beacause: An opinion may be true or false. Others may have different ideas and/ or disagree with
it
29. Which word is often associated with facts used to support opinions?
Chọn một câu trả lời: The correct answer is: research
Beacause: Research data or findings can be used as facts to support opinions
30. Write a persuasive paragraph
Chọn một câu trả lời: when you want to convince readers of an opinion
Beacause: In a persuasive paragraph, the writer gives an opinion about a topic and tries to
convince readers that the opinion is correct
31. Match the topic sentence from a persuasive paragraph with the correct concluding sentence: It is
helpful to be flexible when solving problems.
Chọn một câu trả lời: In conclusion, experts suggest trying one of these methods to solve
problems in the future
Beacause: The word FLEXIBLE in the topic sentence matches TRYING ONE OF THESE
METHODS in A
32. Match the topic sentence from a persuasive paragraph with the correct concluding sentence:
Problem-solving workshops are a useful tool to help people learn to solve problems.
Chọn một câu trả lời : Register for a problem-solving course in your area to learn these skills
Beacause: LEARN TO SOLVE PROBLEMS in the topic sentence and LEARN THESE SKILLS
in B are synonymous
33. Match the sentence with the type of paragraph it comes from: Chinese speech may sound like
singing to someone who is not a native speaker.
Chọn một câu trả lời: Comparison
Beacause: In the sentence CHINSESE SPEECH is compared to SINGING
34. Match the topic sentence from a persuasive paragraph with the correct concluding sentence:
There are many new useful ways to solve problems.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
b. People who are willing to try something new will probably have greater success.
c. For this reason, avoid trying to fix other people’s problems.
35. Match the topic sentence from a persuasive paragraph with the correct concluding sentence:
Brainstorming with others is the best tool for solving problems.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Register for a problem-solving course in your area to learn these skills.
 c. In conclusion, you should discuss many possible solutions when there are problems.
36. What is the most appropriate type of paragraph for this topic sentence: As a result of eating
genetically modified foods, certain insects that are important to the environment may die.
Chọn một câu trả lời: cause-effect
Beacause: EATING GENETICALLY MODIFIED FOODS is the cause, and the effect is
CERTAIN INSECTS D
37. Choose the best supporting sentence for this topic sentence for a persuasive paragraph:
Brainstorming is a highly effective strategy for solving problems.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. This is the reason why brainstorming is a waste of time and people should not do it.
b. It is a useful way to think of multiple solutions to a problem before choosing one.

c. Brainstorming is a more effective way to think of solutions to problems.

38. Match the sentence with the type of paragraph it comes from: People who want to learn to speak
Spanish should study in Latin America.
Chọn một câu trả lời: Persuasive
Beacause: SHOULD is used in the sentence to persuade the reader that Latin America is a good
place to study Spanish.
39. Match the topic sentence from a persuasive paragraph with the correct concluding sentence: It is
rarely a good idea to solve problems for other people.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. For this reason, avoid trying to fix other people’s problems.

b. In conclusion, experts suggest trying one of these methods to solve problems in the future.
c. People who are willing to try something new will probably have greater success.
40. Match the sentence with the type of paragraph it comes from: The bakery was filled with the
scent of chocolate and the sound of noisy customers.
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Persuasive
b. Cause-effect
c. Descriptive

41. Which connectors show causes?

Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. for example, for instance
b. first, second
 c. another reason is

42. An acceptable paraphrase

Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. should change the meaning of the original sentence significantly.
b. should not change the overall meaning of the original sentence.

c. should add interesting information to the original sentence.

43. What is parallel structure?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. comparing two or more things
b. relating sentences to the topic
c. using similar word patterns

44. Which sentence has parallel structure?

Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Adults, teenagers, and children communicate differently.

b. Adults, teenagers, and those who are young communicate differently.

c. People who are older, when people are teenagers, and children communicate differently.
45. What is parallel structure?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. comparing two or more things
b. relating sentences to the topic
c. using similar word patterns

46. Which phrase describes a simple sentence?

Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. one or more subjects, one or more verbs, one independent clause

b. two or more subjects, two or more verbs, an independent clause, a dependent clause.
c. two or more subjects, two or more verbs, two independent clauses
47. Which words can help you identify sentences that need to have parallel structure?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. subjects and verbs
 b. conjunctions in lists and comparison words

c. objects and prepositions

48. Which sentence has parallel structure?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Teenage boys communicate differently than girls who are teens.
b. Teenage boys communicate differently talking to girls.
c. Teenage boys communicate differently than teenage girls.

49. Choose the sentence that does not change the meaning of this text: Laws dealing with Internet
privacy vary in countries around the world.

Internet privacy laws differ from one country to another.

50. Which phrase describes a complex sentence?

one or more subjects, one or more verbs, one independent clause/ two or more subjects, two or
more verbs, an independent clause, a dependent clause./ two or more subjects, two or more verbs,
two independent clauses

51. Girls often develop language skills sooner…………..

that boys/ than boys/than boys develop slowly

52. Employers should not hire people based on personal judgments, and they should not pay attention
to stereotypes.
53. How many independent clauses does this sentence have? two
54. Use parallel structure:

Chọn một câu trả lời:

b. in lists and comparisons. Sai
c. in run-on sentences.

Read the four pairs of sentences. Which pair has a connector showing a result?
Chọn một câu trả lời:
a. Many teenagers use the Internet frequently. For this reason, they constantly see
advertisements.

b. Targeting a specific market is important. One reason is that it keeps advertising costs low.
c. A company must understand the product’s target market since developing successful products is
challenging.

d. Companies have sales because many consumers do not like to buy full-priced items.