Put the verbs in brackets in the present simple or the present continuous.

1. My brothers______________________TV now. (not watch)

2. I______________________English at school five periods a week (study)
3. My cat______________________at the moment. (not sleep)
4. What_____________________your mother______________________every morning? (do)
5. What's that noise? - Carl_______________________the piano (play)
6. My best friend______________________football every weekend (not play)
7.______________________Angelina_______________________skirts? (always wear)
8. That girl over there_______________________a beautiful dress (wear)
9. They sometimes______________________chess during break time (play)
10. Katy______________________the windows because it's too hot inside (open)
11. I______________________this is a good idea. (not think)
12. Don't disturb him. He_______________________to sleep. (try)
13. You______________________a lot! Stop it a moment please. (talk)
14. Shops______________________late on Saturday and Sunday nights. (close)
15. Jim______________________lemonade or soft drink at night. (never drink)
16. Teachers______________________with students in summer. (usually travel)
17.___________________the students_______________________to school by bus? (travel)
18. What social media___________________you_______________________? (usually read)
19.________________you__________________the television? Can I turn it off? (watch)
20. We_________________to Da Lat on holiday, but this week we_______________to Phu Quoc.
(usually go)/ (go)
21..We______________________that car. (not own)
22.I think this box_______________________about 9 kilos. (weigh)
23. Johnathan______________________his old friends this afternoon. (see)
24. Are you free tonight? We_______________________a party.(have)
25. In my opinion, she_______________________beautiful. (not be)
26. How much_______________________the ticket_______________________? (cost)
27. Take an umbrella. It_______________________outside at the moment. rain)
28. We______________________anything special for this event. (not have)
29. Call later. My sister_______________________for her exam now. (study)
30. Right now, I_______________________for information about famous artists, (look)
II. Choose the correct answer:
1. He___________to the cinema once a month.
A. has gone B. goes C. went D. had gone
2. Jim____________a book at the moment.
A. is reading B. had read C. reads D. has read
3. I'm busy at the moment,_____________on the computer
A. I work B. I'm worked C. I'm working D. I worked
4. Don't bother me while I______________.
A. am working B. was working C. will work D. will have completed
5. My brother__________out at weekend.
A. doesn't usually go B. does usually not go
C. doesn't usually goes D. usually doesn't goes.
6. Every day, my sister_____________the floor.
 A. usually clean B. cleans usually C. usually cleaned D. usually cleans
7. Listen! Someone_____________.
A. is singing B. are singing C. sings D. sing
8. First thing in the morning, I____________a cup of milk tea.
A. has B. am having C. have D. will have
9. Anita_____________very hard at the moment.
A. is studying B. studies C. studied D. has studied
10. I usually___________to school by bus.
A. went B. am going C. go D. have gone
11. Our friends___________for the fashion show now.
A. is preparing B. are preparing C. prepares D. prepare
12. All staff in this restaurant____________an urgent meeting right now.
A. are attending B. is attending C. attends D. attend
13. Yesterday morning I____________up early.
A. got B. get C. was getting D. had got
14. Please don't make so much noise. I_____________.
A. studying B. study C. am studying D. studied
15.I __________a bike to school every day but today I____________to school by bus because it
was stolen yesterday.
A. rode - went B. ride - am going C. ride - go D. is riding - am going
16. Water____________at 100 degrees Celsius.
A. boils B. boiled C. is boiling D. will boil
17. Who__________the guitar in that room, Hoa?
A. playing B. is playing C. play D. plays
18.My mother often__________to the market in the morning, but today she__________at noon.
A. goes/goes B. go/goes C. goes/is going D. is going/goes
19.Bich sometimes_____________chicken noodle soup for breakfast.
A. are having B. is having C. have D. has
20.___________she____________in Hue at the moment?
A. Does/live B. Is/living C. Did/live D. Was/living
21. Jenny often___________jeans and T-shirt at school but she__________a gorgeous dress today.
A. wears - is wearing B. is wearing - wears C. wear - is wearing D. wears - wears
22. He usually________her at weekend but now he_________in bed because of his severe illness.
A. visits/stays B. visits/staying C. visited/stays D. visits/is staying
23. Hoang and Phong_________football as they're having class now.
A. don't play B. are playing C. doesn't play D. aren't playing
24. Don't make noise, children! Parents__________.
A. sleep B. are sleeping C were sleeping D. slept
25. Look! Minh_________on stage. She looks so beautiful.
A. sings B. are singing C. is singing D. sang
26.I am busy at the moment, I___________my home assignment.
A. do B. am doing C. have been doing D. will do
27. After the physics lesson, the children know that water___________at 100 degrees C.
A. will boil B. is boiling C. boils D. boil
28. Hoang_________his email four times a week in order not to miss anything important.
A. checks B. will check C. is checking D. check
29. At the moment, my sister__________her homework, my brother____________games.
A. is making - is playing B. is doing - is playing
C. does - plays D. makes - is playing
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30. Hurry up, Linh. Other friends___________for us.
A. are waiting B. waits C. wait D. is waiting
31. It's 7.00 p.m. now and we__________meal together. We usually__________dinner at that
time.
A. have - eat B. have - are eating
C. are having - eat D. are having - are eating
32. Ms. Kim___________very well when she's under pressure.
A. not work B. don't work C. isn't working D. doesn't work
33. Hoa usually____________charge of doing the washing-up in her family.
A. takes B. is taking C. take D. will take
34. My mom____________to the supermarket every Sunday for shopping.
A. goes B. go C. is going D. are going
35. I'm sorry, Lan is busy now. She_____________her document on the second floor.
A. are checking B. check C. checks D. is checking
III. Complete the sentences with the correct preposition:
1. Changes are being made here which go against my principles and I cannot agree___________
them.
2. You have to believe____________yourself. That's the secret of success.
3. People doing yoga benefit____________an increased feeling of well-being.
4. You won't last long in your job if you carry_____________being so rude to the customers.
5. This show certainly cheers____________this crowd and give everyone something to talk
about for the next week.
6. He asked the voters to divide____________two groups, which helps manage them easily.
7. Barry doesn't really want to get____________the plane until it is too late.
8. Kate was in a hurry to grow____________, eager for knowledge and experience.
9. We are employing an assistant to help_____________the advertisement of the group's
activities.
10. I need someone dependable to look_____________the children while I'm at work.
11. I asked for names and addresses so that I might pass_____________details to the police.
12. My father had always said that a child needs plenty_____________love, nourishing food,
regular sleep, and lots of water.
13. We're particularly proud____________our company's environmental record, contributing to
people's health.
14. Arthritis made it difficult for him to do everyday things like take______________the
garbage or mow the lawn.
15. Because of the limits, individuals search_____________information in a highly selective
way.
16. They always had to share____________other people, our elderly relatives.
17. The speech was strikingly similar_____________one given by the American President
earlier this year.
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18. It is right and proper that parents take responsibility_____________their children's
attendance at school.
19. Tidy___________the room and plump up the cushions to get ready for our guests.
20. The excellent goalkeeper will bring a wealth___________________experience to the team.
IV. Complete the sentences with the words given:
breadwinner equality homemaker rubbish grocery
create benefit character responsible strengthen
supportive development quality playtime survey
1. When it comes to earning an income, a large percentage still expects the father to be primary
2. All three children have_________________in our family - they are all treated in the same way.
3. Disposal of our domestic_________________is something we tend to forget about once it's
been picked up by the dust-cart.
4. Small________________stores are going out of business in the face of great competition from
the large supermarket chains.
5. He hoped to________________the position of the sciences in the leading universities.
6. To get some real______________from the exercise, you should continue for at least half an hour.
7. Police believe that the same man is________________for three other murders in the area.
8. In addition, it can be difficult to judge the________________of some machines from a photo on
a Web page.
9. Doubts about the government's policies are being expressed even by people who have
been________________of the government in the past.
10. The author carried out a detailed________________of 32 organizations in Japan and Korea.
V. Fill in each blank with the appropriate form of the word in brackets:
1. Based on the new strategic goal, we (create)__________________change the service quality
from the limited condition.
2. His most significant political (achieve)___________________was the elimination of the death
penalty.
3. I didn't feel that this was an (appropriate)___________________time to mention the subject
of money.
4. The end of the cold war helped {creative)___________________a situation in which more
countries have access to nuclear weapons.
5. Some groups are very decisive, very productive, very (create)___________________and very
satisfying for their members.
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6. The country has experienced impressive economic (develop)____________________in the past
decade.
7. The boss hoped the plan would succeed but he wasn't willing to do the heavy (lift)
8. We need to go grocery {shop)___________________- do you have the check book helping me
choose some dishes?
9. Instead of complaining about what's wrong, be (gratitude)________________for what's right.
10. Before choosing a career you should spend time identifying your personal (strong) and
weaknesses.
11. If children were taught to be more (respect)___________________towards their elders,
maybe these crimes wouldn't happen so often.
12. The cost of food and clothing has come down in recent years. (Similar)___________________,
fuel prices have fallen quite considerably.
13. When comparing cultures, we often pay attention only to the differences without noticing the
many (similar)_____________________.
14. They have (strong)__________________their position by their performance in the recent
local elections.
15. (Succeed)_____________in business depends on hard work, determination, and good ideas.
16. Three years ago, she married a (success)___________________businessman, and now she
never sees her old friends.
17. Peter was a very successful academic with an enormous salary, a lovely family and
(support)__________________wife.
18. Are you willing to take (responsible)___________________for your life, to accept that we
create our own reality?
19. To receive (true)__________________answers from respondents is an expectation which all
interviews are based on.
20. Keeping lists of the words you learn is a (use)___________________way of remembering
vocabulary.
PRACTICE TEST Mark the letter A, B, C or D to
indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each
of the following questions.
Question 1: A. housewife B.interested C. opinion D. different
Question 2: A. supports B. earns C. divides D. prefers
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the
position of the primary stress in each of the following questions.
Question 3: A. success B. respect C. support D. grateful
Question 4: A. gratitude B. connection C. groceries D. character
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions.
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Question 5: Spending quality time together helps build strong family_________and create
lasting memories.
A. experiences B. bonds C. success D. respect
Question 6: We clean our home on a daily basis to keep it____________.
A. spotless B. spotlessly C. spot D. spotting
Question 7: He quickly___________his toys and puts them away before bedtime.
A. cheers up B. grows up C. picks up D. look after
Question 8: They have plenty of___________to enjoy games and outdoor activities on
Sundays.
A. value B. housework C. gratitude D. playtime
Question 9: My family___________a picnic in a nearby park on weekends.
A. have usually B. usually have C. is usually having D. usually is
having
Read the following advertisement / announcement and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your
answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 10
to 15.
GIVE YOURSELF A COFFEE BREAK!
THINK BETTER!
Stop working (10)_______ a while and take a cheerful cup of coffee. Your mind is clearer
and solutions are nearer to you.
WORK BETTER!
Get ready for your work with (11)_________fragrant cup of coffee. Its gentle stimulation is
your cue for better work.
FEEL BETTER!
Stop getting tired with the kind of black or brown liquid known as coffee. As long as you
take it, your boredom and (12)_______________will be gone.
Question 10. A. for B. with C. at D. of
Question 11. A. the B. an C. a D. no article
Question 12. A. disappoint B. disappointedly C. disappointment D. disappointed
ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE TEAM BUILDING EVENT The
school Young Pioneer Manager would like to announce
All pioneers are (13)________present by 5:30 on Dec 29.
No mobile devices. Just put on the organization's (14)_________
(15)________parents have any questions, please contact the Manager at 0974042062 for
further information.
Question 13. A. had to be B. due to C. required to be D. going to
Question 14. A. participant B. uniform C. member D. event
Question 15. A. Had B. Do C. Should D. Were
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the
sentences to make a meaningful paragraph/letter in each of the following questions.
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 Question 16.
a. Firstly, we should clean up all areas regularly. For example, we can organise clean-up
activities at weekends.
b. There are three things we can do to improve the environment in our school.
c. Secondly, we ought to set up more rubbish bins. For instance, we can put more rubbish bins
in the school gate, in front of each building, or in the playground.
d. In conclusion, we can improve the environment in our school in many ways and even small
actions can make a big difference.
e. Finally , we should plant more trees. To give an example, we can encourage students to
plant trees or flowers in our school because this reduces C02 and makes the air clean.
A. e-a-d-b-c B. e-b-a-d-c C. e-b-a-c-d D. b-a-c-e-d
Question 17.
a. I am writing to apply for a volunteer position at the head office. I heard the announcement
about this position on radio last Sunday.
b. I am available for an interview on any weekday from 8.00 am to 11.00 am. If my
application is successful, I can start on 15th January 2022.
c. I am interested in the job duties at the head office. I want to help you welcome guests and
visitors to the office and receive and sort donations.
d. Yours faithfully,
e. I look forward to hearing from you.
f. Dear Sir or Madam,
A. e-b-a-c-f-d B. e-c- f-d-b-a C. b-c-d-e-a-f D. f-a-c-b- e-d
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits
each of the numbered blanks from 18 to 23.
Many young people strive to be independent. (18)____________, and you don't have to rely on
anyone else. However, to live independently, you need a number of life skills in order not to
(19)________and older brothers or sisters. One of the most important skills is time management
(20) ________ and self-esteem. With good time management skills, you can perform (21).
________, including your responsibilities at school and at home with pleasing results. Moreover,
you will not feel stressed when exam dates are approaching. These skills can also help you act
more independently and responsibly, get better grades at school and (22)___________.
Developing time-management skills is not as challenging as you may think. Firstly, make a plan
for things you need to do, including appointments and deadlines. Using a diary or apps on mobile
devices will remind you of what you need to accomplish and when you need to accomplish it.
Secondly, prioritize your activities. You need to decide which tasks are the most urgent and
important. Thirdly, develop routines because routines, when established, take less time for you to
do your tasks. Time management skills are not hard to develop; once you master them, you will
find out that
they are great keys to success and (23)__________.
Question 18: A. meaning you are able to take care of yourself
B. What means you are able to take care of yourself
C. That means you are able to take care of yourself
D. meant you are able to take care of yourself
Question 19: A. depend on your parents B. depended on your parents
C. to depend on your parents D. depending on your parents
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Question 20: A. can help you build your confidence
B. which can help you build your confidence
C. where can help you build your confidence
D. can be helped to build your confidence
Question 21: A. their daily tasks B. our daily tasks
C. my daily tasks D. your daily tasks
Question 22: A. have more for family and friends time
B. family and friends have more time for
C. have more time for your family and friends
D. family and friends have for more time
Question 23: A. you can become independent. B. her can become independent.
C. this is can become independent. D. that is can become independent
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or
phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Children can learn a lot from doing household chores. Doing chores helps children leam about
what they need to do to care (24)___________themselves, a home and a family. They learn skills
(25)__________ they can use in their adult lives like preparing meals, cleaning, organising and
gardening. Being involved in chores also gives children experience of relationship skills like
communicating clearly, negotiating, cooperating and working as (26)______________ team. And
when children contribute to family life, they might feel competent and responsible. Even if they
don't enjoy the chore, when
they keep going, they can feel (27)___________ that they've finished the task. Sharing housework
can also help families work better and reduce family stress. When children help out, chores get
done sooner (28)___________parents have less to do. This frees up time for the family to do fun
things together.
Adapted from https://raisingchildren.net.au/preschoolers/family-life/routines-rituals-
rules/chores for-children
Question 24: A. on B. in C. of D. for
Question 25: A. when B. which C. who D. where
Question 26: A. a B. any C. every D. some
Question 27: A. satisfactory B. satisfied C. satisfaction D. satisfy
Question 28: A. because B. otherwise C. and D. but
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to
each of the following questions.
The fast pace of modern day family life can make it easy to forget that simply just
spending time with our children is really important. Our time is one of the greatest things we can
give them. There are some reasons why you should make quality time a priority:
Firstly, spending time together builds children's self-esteem. Children who spend time with
their parents participating in activities together build a positive sense of self-worth. When
children feel that they are valued by their parents, they feel more positive about themselves.
Family activities don't have to be expensive trips out to be meaningful, the important part is just
being together. You could go for a bike ride or play a game together.
Families who share everyday activities together form strong, emotional bonds. Studies
have found that families who enjoy group activities together share a stronger emotional bond as
well as an ability to adapt well to situations as a family. You could share your favourite hobbies,
sports, books, movies or other favourite activities.
When you spend time with your children, you are developing an environment for open
communication. Good communication is important for your children to feel comfortable with
talking about anything. Asking how their day has gone can make a big difference.
Children learn by example. If you are setting a good example for them by spending quality
time together, they are more likely to adopt those behaviours in other relationships in their lives.
Simple things like playing games together will help them understand more about interacting with
others as well as teach them things like sharing and kindness. Adapted from
https://www.parentingni.org/blog/time-together-importance Question 29: Which of the following
can be the best title for the passage?
A. The Benefits of Spending Quality Time with Children
B. Building Strong Emotional Bonds in Families
C. Developing Open Communication with Children
D. The Importance of Family Activities
Question 30: The word "they" in paragraph 2 refers to .
A. trips B. activities C. children D. parents
Question 31: The word "valued" in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to____________.
A. worshipped B. appreciated C. ignored D. discouraged
Question 32: Which of the following is mentioned as a family activity according to the
passage?
A. going on a picnic B. watching movies alone
C. playing games together D. reading books individually
Question 33: Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?
A. Family activities should always be expensive trips out to be meaningful.
B. Playing games together helps children develop open communication skills.
C. Good communication in families is not essential for children's positive development.
D. Family members who spend time together are less likely to build strong emotional bonds.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to
each of the following questions.
Children who help out around the house with family chores will grow as a person. Confidence can
improve as your children learn and use their abilities to achieve a chore goal. Additionally,
children can learn to feel proud of their work when they are reminded that their chores help
everyone in the family. Working around the house and tackling new chores also teaches children
life skills that will help them stay on task and be productive for the rest of their lives. When
children take part in the family chore load, there are benefits for everyone. If chores are divided
equally, there will be more time for parents and children to spend time together once everyone's
tasks are completed. Structure and routine can also help parents build their child's self-control
and, in turn, reduces power struggles with parents. Children will begin feeling more successful
and confident as they master new chores, and everyone will feel proud of the work that's done.
It's important to keep a few things in mind when assigning chores to your kids. First and foremost,
keep chores age and developmentally appropriate and be specific with instructions when working
with younger children. Consistency and patience helps children take on new chore
responsibilities, so stick with the family plan!
Chores benefit children and parents alike. They are an important way for you to help children feel
like they are contributing members of the family household. This, in turn, helps them to learn a
sense of belonging and the value of being a contributing member of a group. This value can grow
as they do. So, whether through a school project, neighbourhood clean-up, showing up to soccer
practice on time, or serving lunch at the local soup kitchen, all of us benefit from children taking
part in chores.
Adapted from https://www. canr.msu.edu/news/the_benefits_of_kids_doing_chores
Question 34: Which of the following can be the best title for the passage?
A. The Importance of Chores in Child Development
B. How to Assign Age-Appropriate Chores to Children
C. The Benefits of Working Together as a Family
D. Building Confidence and Life Skills through Chores
Question 35: The word "productive" in paragraph 1 is opposite in meaning to______________.
A. useless B. suitable C. inactive D. disadvantageous
Question 36: The word "structure" in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to______________.
A. flexibility B. freedom C. organisation D. variety
Question 37: According to paragraph 3, what is an important consideration when assigning
chores to kids?
A. keeping chores appropriate for kids' age and development
B. making sure the chores are fun and entertaining for the children
C. assigning chores that match the children's hobbies and interests
D. providing unclear instructions for younger children
Question 38: The word "them" in paragraph 4 refers to___________.
A. chores B. children C. parents D. family members
Question 39: Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a benefit of children taking part
in household chores?
A. building self-control B. promoting confidence and success
C. improving relationships with peers D. feeling like contributing members of the family
Question 40: Which of the following can be inferred from the passage about children who
take part in household chores?
A. They have more power struggles with their parents.
B. They are sometimes successful in completing their tasks.
C. They become less productive for the rest of their lives.
D. They have a sense of pride and accomplishment in their work.
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1. Choose the correct answer:
1. Tonight I_________stay at home. I have already told Jimmy to come by and enjoy the new
film series with me.
A. be going to B. will C. Either A or B
2. I've just enrolled in the next course. I___________computer studies next year.
A. am going to do B. am doing C. will
3. "Which project__________on next?" - "I haven't decided for sure. Probably the Spacemobile."
A. will you work B. are you going to work C. do you work
4. "Look at those dark clouds!" - "Yes, it looks like____________any minute."
A. it's going to rain B. it's raining C. it will rain
5. "What's that man doing up there?" - "Oh no! He____________!"
A. is jumping B. will jump C. is going to jump
6. "Ann is in hospital!" - "Yes, I know.___________her tomorrow."
A. I visit B. I'm going to visit C. I'll visit
7. "I've decided to try and learn a foreign language." - "Have you? Which language____________?"
A. will you learn B. are you going to leam C. are you learning
8. I completely forget about this. Give me a moment, I___________do it now.
A. will B. am going C. is going to
9. I_________fly to Japan next December.
A. will B. am going to C. Either A or B
10. I've just enrolled at the local technical college. I___________pottery classes next winter.
A. am going to attend B. will attend C. will be attending
11. If you have any problem, don't worry. I__________help you.
A. will B. am going to do C. Either A or B
12. The boat__________because a lot of water is coming in through a hole in its bottom.
A. will be sink B. is sinking C. is going to sink
13. Look at the time! I_________terribly late.
A. am being B. am going to be C. will
14. I _________this afternoon, so we can go out somewhere.
A. will work B. am not going to work C. am not working
15. It's already 32°C. It__________very hot today.
A. is going to be B. is being C. will be
16. Personal emails__________in our company.
A. are not used B. not used C. is not used D. don't use
17. The English grammar point__________by our teacher yesterday.
A. is explained B. was explained C. explained D. explains
18. How many houses__________by the storm last night?
A. are destroyed B. were destroyed C. destroyed D. was destroyed
19. The school__________to the higher area two weeks ago.
 A. was moved B. moved C. is moved D. moves
20. My father__________this flower every morning.
A. is watered B. waters C. was watered D. watered
21. Harvard University__________in 1636.
A. was founded B. is founded C. found D. finds
22. The story I've just read__________Agatha Christie.
A. was written B. was written by C. was written from D. wrote by
23. Something funny__________in class yesterday.
A. happened B. was happened C. happens D. is happened
24. Many US automobiles__________in Detroit, Michigan.
A. manufacture B. have manufactured
C. are manufactured D. are manufacturing
25. The boy_________by the teacher yesterday.
A. punish B. punished C. punishing D. was punished
26. Sarah is wearing a blouse. It__________of cotton.
A. be made B. are made C. is made D. made
27. My wedding ring__________yellow and white gold.
A. is made B. is making C. made D. make
28. Mr. Wilson is__________as Willie to his friend.
A. known B. knew C. is known D. know
29. References__________in the examination room.
A. not are used B. is not used C. didn't used D. are not used
30. Laura__________in Boston.
A. are bom B. were born C. was born D. born
II. Rewrite these sentences without changing their meanings:
1. My grandfather built this house in 1990.
2. Picasso was painting Guernica at that time.
3. They use recycled paper in newspapers.
4. People will develop alternative sources of energy.
5. Nobody has done this before.
6. Nick has found his hat.
7. I haven't written that report.
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8. Someone has set fire to John's house.
9. We are going to pick up rubbish in the central park this weekend.
10. The Youth Union will organise a campaign to protect the environment.
11. The government is planning a new road near my house.
12. The cleaner has cleaned the office.
13. They will open a restaurant next year.
14. Tim ordered this train ticket for his mother.
15. She showed her ticket to the airline agent.
16. Jim baked this cake yesterday.
17. Has the Vietnam football team won the championship yet?
18. Kevin will cut the grass on the weekends.
19. David has already opened a new shop.
20. Minh can't repair my bike now.
21. The president can serve this wine with chicken or fish.
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22. Have they sold all the tickets?
23. The children will clean the room in the evening.
24. Our English teacher may give an exam today.
25. The police may give an award if the criminal is arrested.
26. Juan can give them some information about the job.
27. Our company will rent a bigger office.
28. I will get the dressmaker to make a new dress.
29. The workers will fix the roof tomorrow.
30. We will invite two hundred people to our wedding.
31. A molecular minicry can cause a heart attack.
32. Marvel studio has launched a new trailer of the movie lately.
33. The shop assistant handed these boxes to the customer.
34. The board awarded the first prize to the reporter.
35. The committee appointed Alice secretary for the meeting.
III. Complete the sentences with the correct preposition:
1. These advertisements are specifically aimed_________________young people.
2. For the past six months, she has been searching_________________a job.
3. The police tried to prevent him_________________leaving.
4. The city council is responsible_________________keeping the streets clean.
5. My parents have always been keen_______________travelling, whenever they get the chance.
6. The company provides medical benefits_________________all employees.
7. Remind me________________take this into work for Tony tomorrow.
8. The extensive use of fertilizers is harmful_________________the environment.
9. I had the opportunity to participate_________________a student exchange program.
10. The exhibition consists_______________a series of photographs that he took in 1995.
IV. Complete the sentences with the words given from the box:
natural resources issue cutting down recycle pollution
sustainable responsible atmosphere eco-friendly rubbish
litter carbon footprint reusable organic
1. People who drop______________________can be fined in some cities.
2. To conserve electricity, they are_______________________on the central heating.
3.______________________tourism is environmentally responsible travel to natural areas.
4.______________________food is unadulterated food produced without artificial chemicals or
pesticides.
5. A______________________is the total amount of greenhouse gases that are generated by our
actions.
6. We must improve the built environment through_______________________design and
greener buildings.
7. The law requires us to_______________________paper products, glass bottles, soda cans, and
some kinds of plastic.
8. About three million tonnes of_______________________will be thrown away in our city.
9. Human is______________________for causing a lot of damage to our environment.
10. Shoppers should bring bags or boxes to the store, or buy__________________________bags
to protect the environment.
11. Car exhaust is the main reason for the city's_______________________.
12. Some______________________, such as natural gas and fossil fuel, cannot be replaced.
13. Air pollution affects the Earth's______________________and climate; therefore, we should
reduce it.
 14. The environmental______________________attracted a large crowd and help raise people's
awareness of environmental protection.
V. Fill in each blank with the appropriate form of the word in brackets:
1. Using energy-efficient appliances can reduce the use of___________________________.
(electrical)
2._________________________efforts are needed to address climate change and its impact on
the environment. (globe)
3. Taking small steps like recycling and reducing plastic waste can have a positive impact on
_________________________protection. (environment)
4. People are encouraged to use__________________________shopping bags when buying food
and things. (reuse)
5. _________________________are going to be on the watch for damage to wildlife.
(environment)
6. The world is facing a problem of population__________________________. (explode)
7. Children need lots of__________________________from their parents. (encourage)
8. The_________________________provides housing and support services for homeless young
people. (organize)
9. A healthy diet should__________________________all your essential nutrients. (provision)
10. The company claims that it is not__________________________for the pollution in the river.
(responsibility)
PRACTICE TEST
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined
part differs from that of the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
Question 1: A. issue B. litter C. device D.impact
Question 2: A. product B. organic C. collect D. recycle
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the
other three in the position of stress in each of the following questions.
Question 3: A. rubbish B. impact C. global D. pollute
Question 4: A. sustainable B. calculate C. estimate D. atmosphere
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the
following questions.
Question 5: I think I_____________my paper and cardboard to help save trees.
A. am going to recycle B. recycle C. will recycle D. am recycling
Question 6: The plan has been made. Our school_______________a recycling program to
promote eco-friendly habits.
A. is going to organized B. is going to organize
C. will be organized D. will organize
Question 7: I'm afraid you________________for an interview.
A. didn't select B. haven't selected
C. were not selected D. were not selecting
Question 8: A new stadium_______________near the central station now.
A. is building B. is being built C. builds D. is built
Question 9: We should________________rubbish we see on the beach to keep the environment
clean and safe for marine life.
A. turn off B. set up C. breaking D. pick up
Read the following advertisement/ announcement and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your
answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 10
to 15.

GREEN CLASSROOM COMPETITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Join us in protecting the environment!
• Participate (10)_____________the Green Classroom Competition.
• Reduce, reuse, and (11)______________to win exciting prizes.
• Time: 2:00 PM
• Date: Friday, February 7th
• Place: School Auditorium Let's make a (12)_________________together!

Question 10: A. to B. with C. on D. in

Question 11: A. recycle B. release C. emit D. litter
Question 12: A. different B. differ C. difference D. differently

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SCHOOL YOUTH UNION MESSAGE
Let's protect our planet, together!
• Reduce waste by using (13)_______________bags and bottles.
• Recycle paper, plastic, and glass.
• Conserve energy by (14)_______________lights and electronics when not in use.
• Plant trees and participate in clean-up events. Small actions make a big
difference!
Let's (15) our school and environment clean and green.

Question 13: A. powered B. reusable C. extinct D. conscious

Question 14: A. basing on B. applying for C. turning off D. cutting down
Question 15: A. set B. choose C. keep D. have
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the
sentences to make a meaningful paragraph/letter in each of the following questions. Question
16:
a. First of all, it's carbon neutral and powered by solar energy, which impressed me.
b. Finally, knowing I was staying in a place committed to sustainability added to my
enjoyment.
c. Next, the hospitality was exceptional, making me feel at home.
d. I recently stayed at an amazing eco-resort located in the South of Vietnam.
e. I highly recommend this eco-resort to anyone seeking a peaceful retreat with a minimal
environmental footprint.
f. The fresh air and breathtaking views were refreshing.
A. d - a - f - c - e - b B. d - a - c - f - b - e
C. d - a - f - b - c - e D. d - a - b - c - f - e
Question 17:
a. Second, it prevents environmental destruction by promoting sustainable practices.
b. By reducing single-use items, we conserve resources and minimise waste.
c. Going green offers numerous advantages for both individuals and the planet.
d. First, it helps reduce our carbon footprint, lessening the harm caused by greenhouse gases.
e. Additionally, going green raises awareness about environmental issues, fostering a sense of
responsibility towards the Earth.
f. Finally, embracing eco-friendly habits not only benefits the environment but also promotes
healthier lifestyles for ourselves and future generations.
A. c - d - a - b - e - f B. c - d - a - b - e - f
C. c - d - a - b - e - f D. c - d - a - b - f - e
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits
each of the numbered blanks from 18 to 23.
Using plastic bags poses several disadvantages to (18)______________. Firstly, plastic bags
often end up inlandfills, where they take hundreds of years to decompose, (19)______________.
Secondly, many plastic bags arenot reused or recycled, worsening the waste problem.
Thirdly, plastic bags can contaminate soil and waterways, harming wildlife and ecosystems.
Moreover,the production of plastic bags (20)_____________and contributes to greenhouse gas
emissions. Finally, (21)___________causes environmental degradation and then increases
human health risks. (22)____________, it isessential (23)___________of plastic bags and adopt
more sustainable alternatives. Question 18: A. either the
environment nor human health
B. neither the environment or human health
C. both the environment and human health
D. not only the environment and human health
Question 19: A. which contributes to pollution and habitat destruction
B. when it contributes to pollution and habitat destruction
C. which it contributes to pollution and habitat destruction
D. contributed to pollution and habitat destruction
Question 20: A. consumes valuable resources B. consumed valuable resources
 C. consuming valuable resources D. to consume valuable resources
Question 21: A. the use of widespread plastic bags B. the widespread use of plastic bags
C. the widespread plastic bags use D. the plastic bags of widespread use
Question 22: A. If we mitigated the issues B. Mitigating these issues
C. Unless we mitigate the issues D. To mitigate these issues
Question 23: A. to reuse and recycle B. to recycle
C. to reduce the use D. to increase the use
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to
indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 24 to 28.
The world is experiencing the negative impacts of climate change, largely due to our reliance
(24)_____________fossil fuels and unsustainable habits. Green living offers a path to mitigate
these effects by cultivating a more sustainable lifestyle (25) __________________ is a necessary-
practice to ensure the (26)______________of our planet and future generations.
As you walk through the rooms of your home or visit your local market, you may notice an
increasing number of eco-friendly alternatives to traditional products and practices. From
planting your own food in your yard to discovering the benefits of (27)_______________cars, there
is a myriad of ways in which you can lead the charge for a greener, more sustainable way of living.
Starting green living begins with becoming aware of your consumption habits, from the food
you eat to the clothes you wear, and (28)_______________a conscious effort to reduce waste and
choose eco-friendly options.
Question 24: A. in B. at C. to D. on
Question 25: A. what B. which C. whose D. who
Question 26: A. healthy B. unhealthy C. health D. healthily
Question 27: A. electric B. electrician C. electricity D. electrical
Question 28: A. make B. made C. making D. to make
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to
indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 29 to 33.
Being environmentally conscious is not all about plastic bags; it's about making a lot of
everyday choices. People can be more environmentally conscious through many actions.
Firstly, recycling conserves natural resources, reduces pollution and saves energy. Recycling
involves sorting and cleaning up trash to produce "secondary materials" - mainly glass, paper,
metal and plastic - for reuse in products. Recycled aluminium, for example, is a particularly
valuable resource; manufacturing using recycled aluminium is 92% more efficient than when
unused raw materials are used, according to the Aluminum Association. About 40% of the
country's aluminium supply comes from recycling, but people are still throwing away nearly $1
billion worth of aluminium cans that could have been recycled every year.
Secondly, people should pay attention to plastic bags. They take hundreds of years to break
down and cause a particular threat to wildlife. Hundreds of thousands of marine mammals die
every year after mistaking plastic bags as food. Many animals get trapped in plastic bags and die.
Therefore, people can decline the number of them when they bring their own bags. Use and reuse
all those bags - paper, plastic, cloth - whether or not they are designed to be "reusable." If they
become too old to carry new purchases, use them to pick up litter. And, finally, dispose of them
properly- recycle them if you can.
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Question 29: What is the main idea of the passage?
A. The scarcity of vital resources B. The effects of plastic bags
C. Ways to be eco-friendly D. Smart life choices
Question 30: What does recycling primarily aim to achieve?
A. eliminate pollution B. produce new plastics
C. use up natural resources D. reduce landfill waste
Question 31: The phrase "break down" in paragraph 3 is CLOSEST in meaning to
A. divide into smaller parts B. disappear C. become reusable D. melt down
Question 32: What impact do plastic bags have on marine mammals?
A. source of food B. increased population
C. cause of deaths D. limited effect
Question 33: Which of the following is NOT TRUE according to the passage?
A. Marine animals can eat plastic bags by mistake.
B. Plastic bags are not reusable.
C. People can use used cloth bags to pick up trash.
D. People need to throw away plastic bags properly.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to
indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 34 to 40.
In a statistical report released by WHO, around 13 million deaths happen each year due to
environmental issues. To make it worse, muttiple diseases are a result of Surviving in a low-
quality environment. Lung diseases, asthma, stroke, issues in the heart are some of the examples.
Green living such as making environment-friendly and sustainable food choices, energy
conservation can help reduce pollution to some extent.
Firstly, the consumption of healthier foods can contribute to reducing pollution. People can
start by consuming eco-friendly foods by buying from local farmers, buying organic and seasonal
foods, etc. They are made of fewer pesticides that go into human bodies. Too much exposure to
pesticides harms the natural hormones present in the human body and as a result, people face
many health issues like lack of immunity, hormonal changes and also cancer.
Secondly, through energy conservation, people are saving both natural resources as well as
money. The light bulbs and other electrical appliances that are available in the market produce 2.3
billion tons of carbon dioxide, which pollutes the air severely. Today there are LED bulbs
available in the market that are eco-friendly and also save energy. Using such energy-efficient
appliances reduces up to 30% of the annual electricity bill.
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our-lives/ Question 34: What is the main idea of the passage?
A. The effects of environment B. The benefits of green living
C. The consumption of healthier foods D. Low-quality environment and diseases
Question 35: According to paragraph 1, which disease cannot be caused by environmental
issues?
A. asthma B. fevers C. heart diseases D. lung diseases
Question 36: The word "They" in paragraph 2 refers to:
A. local farmers B. people C. eco-friendly foods D. health issues
Question 37: According to paragraph 2, why should people buy eco-friendly foods?
A. because they contain fewer pesticides.
B. because they are cheaper.
C. because they can encourage hormonal changes.
D. because they can cure cancer.
Question 38: The word "severely" in paragraph 3 is CLOSEST in meaning to
A. seriously B. trivially C. moderately D. personally
Question 39: According to paragraph 3, what is true about LED bulbs and energy-efficient
appliances?
A. They produce more pollution. B. They are expensive.
C. They harm natural resources. D. They save energy and money.
Question 40: Which of the following is NOT TRUE according to the passage?
A. 13 million people die each year because of the environmental issues.
B. Using energy-saving appliances can reduce 30% of people's electricity bills each year.
C. Pesticides cause many health risks.
D. The natural hormones cannot be harmed by pesticides.
The end!
UNIT 3: MUSIC
I. Put the verbs into the correct form (V-ing, infinitive with or without to).
1. Could you please stop {make)_________________so much noise?
2. He refused (lend)_________________me any money.
3. Don't let him (try)_________________this dangerous game!
4. I don't enjoy (write)_________________ letters.
5. You must (stay)___________________at home.
6. I've arranged (play)_________________tennis tomorrow afternoon.
7. Tom made Mary (cry)_________________yesterday.
8. Have you finished (wash)_________________your hair yet?
9. Sally offered (look)_________________after our children while we were out.
10. He admitted (steal)_________________our car.
11. She doesn't want (go)_________________home now.
12. We are not allowed (talk)_________________in the library.
13. Would you mind {answer)_________________me some questions?
14. He needs____________this game to stay in the match. (win)
15. I remember___________________pictures of him when I was a child. (see)
16. We want (go)___________________to the cinema.
17. I'd like (have)___________________a dog.
18. This shirt needs___________________. (wash)
19. Tim gave up______________________years ago. (smoke)
20. If you feel bored with your routine, why don't you try_______________________the furniture
around in your home? (change)
21. I can't stand______________________in queues. (wait)
22. I wouldn't like______________________in his shoes. (be)
23. This new order will mean___________________overtime. (work)
24. When Sam saw me standing at the gate of my school, he stopped_____________________me
a lift. (give)
25. Blast ! I forgot______________________ milk. (buy)
26. In the end we decided______________________in. (stay)
27. I need______________________some information about this. (find)
28. I"m sorry. I didn't mean_______________________you. (hurt)
29. They chose___________________in a cheap hotel but spend more money on meals. (stay)
30. We like Hanoi City so much that we keep___________________back there. (go)
31. Don't forget___________________your mom tomorrow. (call)
32. I always try to avoid___________________him whenever I can. (see)
33. When we visit my aunt, they expect me___________________on my best behavior. (be)
34. My mother demanded___________________the manager. (see)
35. My brother denied___________________my chocolate mousse. (eat)
36. I tried___________________but I just couldn't. (understand)
37. Julie was pretending___________________a chicken. (be)
38. She wouldn't let me_______________the letter she had written to her aunt. (read)
39. I advise you_______________at home at night because the roads are treacherous. (stay)
40. Child psychologists do not encourage________________TV after 9 o'clock at night. (watch)
41. Sarah suggested____________to the movies but I was really tired and decided against it. (go)
42. Would you mind______________the window, please? (close)
43. I like Sue very much but she tends_______________a lot. (talk)
44. Can you show me how_______________this sentence into passive voice? (change)
45. I want_______________weight. (lose)
46. Everyone wanted him_______________the tournament. (win)
47. They don't allow you______________in this building. (smoke)
48. My little sister learns (speak)___________________English.
49. Remember___________________me when you arrive! (call)
50. We arranged___________________at the airport at half past nine. (meet)
51. I can't think of (go)__________to visit her in hospital without (buy)___________some flowers.
52. Don't hesitate (ask)_____________ me if you have any questions.
53. It was very kind of you (show)_____________me the way to the post office.
54. I am looking forward to (see)_____________him again.
55. I intend (study)_____________English to understand the cultures of foreign countries.
56. She still plans on (marry)_____________him even after he refused (buy)______________ her
an engagement ring
57. I cannot resist (eat)_____________ fish when I am in England.
58. She enjoys (go)_____________to parties and (dance)_____________all the night long.
59. Istopped (live)___________in London when I realized it was time for me (move)____________.
60. Don't forget (turn)_____________off the light before you leave the house.
II. Choose the correct answer:
1. She had just finished________________the children when the phone rang.
A. dressing B. in dressing C. to dress D. dressed
2. Let the boy____________it himself before you offer to help.
A. try B. to try C. trying D. will try
3. "What about______________a picnic this weekend?" Sheila said.
A. having B. we have C. to have D. we'll have
4. They agreed__________to tell anyone about what had happened.
A. telling not B. not telling C. to not tell D. not to tell
5. I'm sorry. I've arranged_____________to Susie's birthday this Saturday.
A. go B. to go C. going D. gone
6. If he really doesn't feel like________now, I suggested that he should go out for some fresh air.
A. work B. to work C. worked D. working
7. Dan asked the waiter___________him some more mineral water.
A. bring B. brought C. to bring D. bringing
8. My parents decided____________a taxi because it was late.
A. take B. to take C. taking D. took
9. Have you ever considered__________a pharmacist?
A. become B. becoming C. to become D. became
10. He is expecting__________a trip to Ha Long Bay.
A. make B. to make C. making D. made
11. Sometimes very young children have trouble_____________fact from fiction and may believe
that dragons actually exist.
 A. to separate B. separating C. separated D. separating
12. Almost everyone fails_____________the driving test on the first try.
A. pass B. to pass C. passing D. in passing
13. I wasted all the morning_______________for the missing report. I didn't find it.
A. looking B. look C. for looking D. to look
14. "I wonder where Mr. White is." - "Didn't you know the committee forced him_____________."
A. resigned B. resign C. resigning D. to resign
15. He looks so funny, whenever I see him, I can't help_______________.
A. smile B. to smile C. me smiling D. smiling
16. They hope_____________their new home before winter.
A. to finish B. finishing C. finished D. finish
17. The teacher recommend____________more books in English to improve the reading skills.
A. read B. to read C. reading D. to have read
18. Does the city government intend__________anything about pollution?
A. do B. to do C. doing D. did
19. While we were busy___________our expansion, he was considering taking over the company.
A. to plan B. planned C. planning D. plan
20. We spent hours_______________about what we had been doing since we left school.
A. talk B. to talk C. talking D. talked
21. The headmaster invited the staff______________to his birthday party.
A. go B. going C. to go D. went
22. My father has given up______________for 5 years because of health problems.
A. smoke B. smoking C. to smoke D. smoked
23. Despite the flame and thick smoke, a fireman managed______________a little boy in the fire.
A. save B. to save C. saved D. saving
24. At first, I enjoyed___________to him, but after a while I got tired of______________the same
story again and again.
A. listening / hearing B. to listen / to hear C. to listen / hearing D. listen / hear
25. They offered____________her up from the station but she refused.
A. to pick B. picking C. pick D. picked
26. They postpone________________an Element School for the lack of finance.
A. built B. to build C. building D. builds
27. John's doctor ordered him______________up late until he completely recovers.
A. not to stay B. not stay C. not staying D. to not stay
28. I've heard a lot about Dr. James, and I'm looking forward_______________his talk tomorrow.
A. hear B. hearing C. to hear D. to hearing
29. After finishing the presentation, I suggested________________to the cinema.
A. we going B. that we to go C. going D. us to go
30. They're planning_______________a flyover at this crossroads.
A. building B. to build C. build D. to have built
31. Would you mind_____________your radio down a little, please?
A. turning B. to turn C. turn D. to turning
32. He promised________________home by 10 o'clock. It's too late now.
 A. be B. being C. to be D. been
33. He always avoids______________grocery shopping either on weekends or when he is hungry.
A. go B. to go C. goes D. going
34. I absolutely refuse_____________take part in anything that is illegal.
A. take B. taking C. will take D. to take
35. Ann reminded me______________the dentist that morning.
A. see B. to see C. saw D. seeing
36. Gravity keeps the moon_________________around and around the earth.
A. travel B. to travel C. travelling D. travelled
37. He seems____________more about this area than anyone else.
A. to know B. know C. knowing D. known
38. We had considerable difficulty_______________her to leave the house.
A. persuade B. persuading C. to persuade D. persuaded
39. She told me____________anyone that her son had called.
A. not to tell B. not telling C. don't tell D. not tell
40.I heard him____________the window last night.
A. to open B. opened C. opening D. open
41. Carol always wants______________admired by everyone she meets.
A. be B. being C. to being D. to be
42. Mother warned_______________the electric plug.
A. her not to touch B. her touching not C. her not touch D. not touch
43. The driver of the truck admitted________________a license with him.
A. not to have B. not having C. had no D. have no
44. Would you like________________your holiday with my family in Da Lat?
A. spend B. to spend C. spending D. spent
45. Anyone interested in_____________the club should contact us at the address below.
A. join B. joins C. to join D. joining
46. My mother always makes me__________my hands before every meal.
A. wash B. to wash C. washing D. washed
47. He reluctantly agreed_________for the damage that he had caused to the vehicles in the crash.
A. pay B. to pay C. paying D. paid
48. Would you like_____________to the cinema with us tomorrow evening?
A. to come B. coming C. come D. came
49. I like_____________school by bus, but I hate___________in the rain and wait for it.
A. to go/stand B. go/stand C. going/standing D. went/stood
50. She refused___________that there were problems in her marriage.
A. accept B. accepting C. to accept D. accepted
51. My uncle is determined not to give up____________the board to accept his proposal.
A. to persuade B. persuading C. persuades D. persuade
52. Do you mind______________to John to ask him___________us?
A. speaking / to help B. to speak / help C. speak / help D. speaks / to help
53. My brother has decided to give up___________professional football at the end of this season.
A. plays B. played C. to play D. playing
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54. I only just missed______________run over by a bus this morning.
A. to be B. be C. been D. being
55. We arranged___________the scientists at NB laboratory to discuss the matter.
A. meet B. met C. to meet D. meeting
56. My girl friend is afraid of_____________out alone when it gets dark.
A. to go B. going C. goes D. go
57. Jim has decided not___________the fake watch and wait until he has more money.
A. to buy B. buy C. buying D. buys
58. He said women have an easier life than men. I'd like____________him bring up children and
go to work at the same time.
A. to see B. seeing C. saw D. see
59. I remember___________him in London.
A. meet B. to meet C. meeting D. to meeting
60. Sun-Young avoids____________underwear at the thrift store.
A. buy B. to buy C. bought D. buying
61. The girls agreed___________the cake equally.
A. to be divided B. to divide C. dividing D. divide
62. She expected___________for the job, but she wasn't.
A. select B. selected C. selecting D. to be selected
63. Huy finished___________homework and then he went to the party with George and Bill.
A. do B. to be done C. to do D. doing
64. Please don't forget___________the baby. She needs to eat every two hours.
A. feeding B. fed C. to feed D. feed
65. He agreed___________a new car.
A. to buy B. buying C. bought D. buy
66. It is easy___________this question.
A. to answer B. answering C. answered D. answer
67. The man asked me how___________to the airport.
A. got B. to get C. getting D. get
68. I look forward to___________you at the weekend.
A. see B. seen C. to see D. seeing
69. Are you thinking of___________London?
A. visit B. visited C. visiting D. to visit
70. We decided___________through the forest.
A. to run B. running C. ran D. run
71. The teacher expected Linda___________hard.
A. study B. studied C. studying D. to study
72. She doesn't mind___________the night shift.
A. worked B. working C. to work D. work
73. I learned__________the bike at the age of 5.
A. to ride B. riding C. rode D. ride
74. The children were eager_________their parents.
A. to see B. see C. seeing D. saw
75. He'd rather_________at home.
A. to stay B. staying C. stayed D. stay
76. Nam is very humorous. His joke makes me__________a lot.
A. laugh B. to laugh C. laughing D. laughed
77. We let our son_________up late at weekends.
A. staying B. stay C. to stay D. stayed
78. I had the roof_________yesterday.
A. to repair B. repaired C. repairing D. repair
79.I saw her___________the street.
A. cross B. crossed C. crossing D. to cross
80. The man denied____________to murder a fellow surgeon who had spoken ill of him.
A. attempt B. attempted C. to attempt D. attempting
III. Choose the answer to complete each of the following sentence:
1. The ducklings are dark,____________the adult ducks are white.
A. but B. or C. and D. so
2. The ducklings were playing____________they were learning, too.
A. so B. and C. or D. and or so
3. The ducklings ate a lot,____________they grew fast.
A. but B. and C. so D. B or C
4. He was a gifted song-writer,____________he had to suffer poor health.
A. or B. and C. so D. but
5. I tried my best in the final test,____________the result was not as good as I expected.
A. but B. so C. and D. or
6. You can go to the movies with me,_____________you can go to the concert alone.
A. or B. but C. so D. and
7. There were no online tickets left,_____________we had to come to the box office.
A. so B. and C. but D. or
8. I should practice more for the competition,_______________my health hasn't been excellent
recently.
A. and B. so C. but D. or
9. Turn off all the lights and the TV,____________lock the door before you leave.
A. so B. or C. but D. and
10. That man looks like a kind guy you can count on,_______________he isn't. He always gives
others a hand if he can.
A. but B. and C. or D. so
11. The actor has been nominated for 10 Grammy Awards,____________he has won eight. That's
a great achievement.
A. and B. or C. but D. or or but
12. The boys are playing games,____________the girls are watching TV.
A. so B. or C. and D. so and but are correct
13. He lost the key,____________he couldn't get into the house.
A. so B. or C. but D. and or or
14. She loves comedies,____________her husband is interested in action films.
 A. or B. but C. so D. but or or
15. You must do well in the test,____________you will not graduate.
A. so B. but C. and D. or
IV. Rewrite these sentences without changing their meanings, using gerund, to infinitive or bare
infinitive:
1. Throwing away your chances like that is silly.
It is__________________________________________________________________
2. Doing that again would be awful.
It would______________________________________________________________
3. Playing chess with you is interesting.
It___________________________________________________________________
4. It is difficult to learn English.
Learning_____________________________________________________________
5. It is important to go to school.
Going________________________________________________________________
6. This question is easy to answer.
It is__________________________________________________________________
7. His handwriting was difficult to read.
It___________________________________________________________________
8. This house is convenient to live in.
It___________________________________________________________________
9. Those films were very interesting to watch
It___________________________________________________________________
10. It took John a lot of time to solve the puzzle.
John spent____________________________________________________________
11. They will spend some time completing the construction project.
It will _______________________________________________________________
12. It takes two hours to drive from the city to the beach.
They spend___________________________________________________________
13. It takes me a long time to get ready in the morning.
I spend_______________________________________________________________
14. We spent the whole weekend cleaning the house.
It___________________________________________________________________
15. Susan spends a long time traveling to work every day.
It____________________________________________________________________
16. The team spent several weeks preparing for the competition.
It____________________________________________________________________
17. The Internet lets us get information from anywhere.
The Internet allows_____________________________________________________
18. The teacher didn't let us speak freely.
The teacher didn't_______________________________________________________
19. John succeeded in finishing his project on time.
John managed_________________________________________________________
20. Sarah managed to convince her parents to let her study abroad.
John succeeded________________________________________________________
21. The teacher requested the students to submit their homework by Friday.
The teacher made_______________________________________________________
22. It is difficult for Hung to finish all of his homework within one hour.
Hung has difficulty_____________________________________________________
23. She has trouble speaking in public.
It is__________________________________________________________________
24. It was difficult for us to find the right words to express our feelings.
We had_______________________________________________________________
25. Could you open the window, please?
Would you mind_______________________________________________________
26. Could you give me your phone number, please?
Do you ______________________________________________________________
27. He expects to hear - from her as soon as possible.
He is looking forward___________________________________________________
28. Jane is preparing to go to Switzerland next month.
Jane is looking_________________________________________________________
29. He wants to cook a meal for his mother.
He feels like___________________________________________________________
30.1 want to watch a film tonight, how about you?
I fancy_______________________________________________________________
Trw&ng THPTNguyin Him Canh _______________ Be Citang 10-HKI_______________
31. My teacher didn't want to give me less homework but my mother persuaded him.
My mother persuaded___________________________________________________
32. Listening to lectures about Philosophy is very boring
It___________________________________________________________________
33. It took the team ten years to take the championship.
The team spent________________________________________________________
34. They spend hours practicing their musical instruments everyday.
It___________________________________________________________________
35. It took them the entire weekend to hike in the mountains
They_________________________________________________________________
36. Some people let their kids do whatever they like.
Some people allow_____________________________________________________
37. They won't let us enter the garden.
They won't____________________________________________________________
38. The captain ordered the troops to advance.
The captain made______________________________________________________
39. Paul found it difficult to write the report in French.
Paul had difficulty _____________________________________________________
40. We had difficulty fixing this computer error.
It was _______________________________________________________________
41. Could you please tell me what you are doing?
Would you mind_______________________________________________________
42. Do you mind being quiet for a moment?
Could _______________________________________________________________
43. We hope to having further discussions.
We are looking________________________________________________________
44. He wants to cook a meal for his mother.
He feels like__________________________________________________________
45. My friend wants to listen to music for a walk.
My friend fancies______________________________________________________
46. She succeeded in escaping through the window.
She managed__________________________________________________________
47. We managed to get to the station in the nick of time.
We succeeded__________________________________________________________
48. Mary didn't care about joining the club but Peter persuaded her.
Peter persuaded________________________________________________________
V. Make compound sentences, using the correct conjunctions in brackets:
1. Mark drove to visit his friend. They went out for dinner. (and/but)
2. I'd like to go to the party. I'm too busy. (and/but)
3. David invested a lot of money in the business. The business went bankrupt.(so / but)
4. John didn't understand the homework assignment. He asked the teacher for help. (so /but)
5. It was rainy. Lan took an umbrella. (so / but)
6. Sue thinks she should stay home and relax. She also thinks she should go on vacation. (so / or)
7. Tim flew to London to visit his Uncle. He also wanted to visit the National Museum. (and / or)
8. It is sunny. It is very cold.(but / or)
9. I have studied French for many years. As a result, my French-speaking friends can chat easily
with me now. (so / and)
10. You are quite intelligent. However, you don't think before you act. (but/or)
11. My friends Jane and Jennifer have just moved into a new home. They've made many changes
in its appearance. (so / or)
12. Sue could study music next year. She could study drama instead. (and/or)
13. The boy didn't like to go to school. He went anyway. (but /or)
14. I am planning to visit Korea. I have started to save some money.( so / or)
15. The first season of Vietnam Idol aired on VTV in 2007. The fifth season aired in 2013. (but
/or)
16. My uncle can play volleyball. He can't play basketball. (but /so)
17. Anna is an amazing dancer. Her parents are proud of her. (but /so)
18. You can call the manager directly. You can email him. (or /so)
19. She sang beautifully. At the end of her performance, she got a big round of applause from the
audience. (but / so)
20. It is raining very hard. The children are still playing football.( but / or)
VI. Complete the sentences with the correct preposition:
1. It started off as cancer of the liver but it spread______________other areas of the body.
2. "Would you get ever involved in a fight?" "It would depend______________the situation."
3. Business training is a good preparation______________any career.
4. He came_____________a great idea for the ad campaign.
5. The ceremony was watched live by millions______________the world.
6. She was shot by a sniper when she went out___________search_________firewood.
7. Many women of normal weight feel unable to identify______________the super-thin models in
fashion magazines.
8. Toy manufacturers began promoting some of their products______________television.
9. The accident was similar_____________one that happened in 1973.
10. Three children were removed_____________the school for persistent bad behaviour.
11. The new prime minister promised a greater role for women____________government.
12. Put a cross next to the name of the candidate you want to vote____________.
13. The grandmother still lives in the house____________herself.
14. She's very good___________geography.
VII. Complete the sentences with the words given: (word box)
tools competitive talented fact perform in search of
judges audience identified with single instruments score
reality idol attracted eliminated charitable achievements
1. They are producing more and more______________TV shows in the USA and they will soon
spread to all parts of the world.
2. David had to practice hard to compete with other contestants, for it was a highly_____________
round.
3. Can you play any musical____________? - Yes. I can play the flute and the guitar.
4. Two of the four contestants will be___________after tonight's show.
5. What are the major______of that famous composer?
6. A great cheer went up from the crowd as they caught sight of their________________.
7. The winners of the dancing competition were chosen by a panel of three_______________.
8. Musical groups and singers will_____________only copyrighted songs during the concerts.
9. The dance performance was so gripping that the audience quickly______________the dancers.
10. Blackpink released their debut______________ album Square One in August 2016, which
includes the songs Whistle and Boombayah.
11. The____________clapped for the band, rising from their chairs and whistling.
12. It's reasonable to suppose that people go into the entertainment business______________fame.
VIII. Fill in each blank with the appropriate form of the word in brackets:
1. There are many_______________participants in this show.(talent)
2. We are really looking forward to her________________this Sunday. (perform)
3. She dreams of becoming a famous rock________________. (sing)
4. We managed to find their first album on_______________media. (society)
5. Michael Jackson, who died in 2009, aged 50,_________________13 Grammys in his lifetime.
(winner)
6. My friend and I were so_______________to go to the Youth Music Festival. (excite)
7. She decided to make an audio________________of her first song. (record)
8. The_______________of the competition will receive a big prize. (win)
9. I love reading books about famous________________like the Beatles, Elton John. (art)
10. Can I request the_________________of an entire music channel or playlist on Youtube?
(remove)
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part
differs from that of the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
Question 1: A. surprise B. decide C. final D. similar
Question 2: A. local B. century C. couple D. culture
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the
other three in the position of stress in each of the following questions.
Question 3: A. decision B. beautiful C. audience D. festival
Question 4: A. singer B. programme C. music D. career
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the
following questions.
Question 5: It's necessary for her__________back home before 10 p.m.
A. coming B. come C. came D. to come
Question 6: It was very dangerous. We couldn't risk__________her alone.
A. leave B. leaving C. to leave D. left
Question 7: It was rainy,___________Lan took an umbrella.
A. so B. but C. and D. or
Question 8: Mai agreed__________my old laptop.
A. bought B. buying C. buy D. to buy
Question 9: Jane believes she has been successful because people____________her and trust her.
A. look for B. come up with C. identify with D. dress up
Read the following e-mail message / movie review and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your
answer sheet to indicate the correct opinion that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 10 to
15.
To: yamamotosales8888 CC:
<Yuki>:<Keiko2> Re: Switching
companies
Sent: January 2, 20______
Hello all,
I need you all to come into the office sometime (10)_______________Thursday afternoon, so
that I can give you your new cell phones. I know most of you don't usually come in on
Tuesday or Wednesdays, but I hope you don't mind making an exception this week. Your old
cell phones will not have any service as of Thursday at 2:00 P.M.
The main reason that we decided to switch companies is that a new (11)________________in
town is offering unlimited local calling during the day.
The only drawback is that the new phones do not have a caller identification display. You
will not be able to know who is calling until you answer. This will make it more difficult
(12)____________telemarketers. Be careful who you give your business cards to if you want
to cut down on unwanted calls.
See you soon,
Naoko
Question 10 A. late B. around C. after D. before
Question 11 A. providing B. provider C. provided D. proviso
Question 12 A. to avoid B. avoiding C. will avoid D. avoid
Movie: Over the Hill
Starring:
Torn Sato
Rating: *
Reviewer: Toshi Aboyashi
The release of Tom Sato's latest film Over the Hill was a big (13)_____for fans in
theaters this weekend. (14)______________opening night, many people at
Tokyo's Palace
Theater walked out before the movie was over. "I was expecting so much more
from Sato
because of last year's success," one moviegoer said.
Over the Hill has an unoriginal plot about a businessman who works so hard that
he forgets
about the important things in life. Hiroshi, played by Sato. (15)______talks to his
family and never takes a holiday. He commutes to and from work for four
days before finding a note from his family that says they have gone to
Chicago. Hiroshi books the next flight to Chicago and reunites with his wife
and children. They fly back to Japan and live happily ever after.
Though this movie is a comedy, there are few lines worth laughing over. Last
year, Sato's film, Happy Monday, won numerous awards, including Star
ship's Comedy of the Year and Best Actor.
Question 13: A. disappointing B. disappointed C. disappoint D.
disappointment
Question 14: A. At B. By C. On D.
Since
Question 15: A. rarely B. sometimes C. frequently D. always
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
arrangement of the sentences to make a meaningful paragraph/letter in each of
the following questions. Question 16:
a. Another drawbacks is that the natural environment can become damaged as
tourists increase
waste and pollution.
b. In conclusion, authorities need to manage tourism carefully ortherwise it can
become
unsustainable.
c. In my opinion, alhtough tourism is very important for countries as it brings lots
of money into
a country, it can have negative cultural and environmental effects on a country.
d. For example, in Vietnam, many tourism companies are permitted to chop
down a great area
of forests to construct modem commodities such as hotels and golf courses,
leading to
consequences on natural habitats.
e. First, culture and traditions can be lost with the arrival of a lot of new people to
an area.
A. e-c-a-b-d B. e-a-c-b-d C. c-a-b-d-e D. c-e-a-d-b
Question 17:
a. Unfortunately, I cannot continue to support my family on the salary your
company offers. I
have taken a consulting position at another jewelry store closer to my home.
b. Dear Kim Moon,
c. This is my official resignation from my position as sales supervisor at Geum
Jewelers. I have
enjoyed working for you for the past two years.
d. Thank you for your kind reference letter. I wouldn't have gotten this new job without it.
e. I will continue to work for Geum Jewelers for the next two weeks. This should give you
enough time to find my replacement.
f. Sincerely,
A. b-c-a-e-d-f B. b-d-e-a-c-f C. b-a-d-e-c-f D. b-e-d-a-c-f
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits
each of the numbered blanks from 18 to 23.
Art and music are basic human functions. Humankind and art cannot function without
one another. People have always found music significant in (18)_________________, whether for
enjoyment or creating.The most common way one becomes involved with music is through
listening or (19)____________. Listening at home on a CD player, or in the car, on the computer,
or (20)____________, can be a very personal and fulfilling experience. Also, attending a concert
is unique as it offers the excitement of hearing live musicians while providing the sound as it is
meant to be heard.
(21)____________. There are many things in music, to which one can listen and bring
attention. Focused and attentive listening is an incredible experience that allows one to be lost in a
foreign sound world.
One of the great things about music is that playing it opens up a whole new world of
experience. Music lovers, who are also amateur performers, may choose to play in community
ensembles, take lessons, compose or (22)_____________, while maintaining their regular lives.
Our society is becoming more involved with the arts, if they know it or not.
(23)____________, viewers leam how to become critical of musical performance and share
strong musical opinions.
("The Importance of Music in Our Society" - GILBERT GALINDO - The Composer & DJ-
Producer)
Question 18: A. our lives B. his life C. those life D. their lives
Question 19: A. attended a musical event B. attend a musical event
C. to attend a musical event D. attending a musical event
Question 20: A. on an iPod B. an iPod
C. listening to an iPod D. listen on an iPod
Question 21: A. Music also stimulate the mind B. Music can also stimulate the mind
C. Music also stimulating the mind D. When music also stimulating the mind
Question 22: A. perform with others B. performed with others
C. performing with others D. others performing
Question 23: A. Even "American Idol" watched B. Even when you watch "American Idol"
C. Even by watching "American Idol"D. Even watched "American Idol"
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate
the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 24 to 28.
A 2016 study at the University of Southern California's Brain and Creativity Institute found
that musical experiences in (24)_______________ can actually accelerate brain development,
particularly in the areas of language acquisition and reading skills. According to the National
Association of Music Merchants (NAMM Foundation), learning to play a(n) (25)______________
can improve mathematical learning and even increase SAT scores.
 But (26)____________achievement isn't the only benefit of music education and exposure.
Music ignites all areas of child development and skills for school readiness, including intellectual,
social-emotional, motor, language, and overall literacy. It helps the body and the
mind work (27)____________. Exposing children to music during early development helps them
learn the sounds and meanings of words. Dancing to music helps children build motor skills while
allowing them to practice self-expression. For children and adults, music helps strengthen memory
skills.
(28)____________to the developmental benefits, music brings us joy. Just think about
listening to a good song in the car with the window down on a beautiful day.
B childlike C. childhood D. children
. equipment
B C. appliance D. instrument
. academic
B theoretical D. intellectual
. either
c.
B c. each other D. one another
. In addition
B Besides D. Contrary
c.
.Question 24: A. childish
Question 25: A. device
Question 26: A. practical
Question 27: A. together
Question 28: A. Moreover
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate
the correct answer to each of the questions from 29 to 33.
Learning a musical instrument is quite interesting. One can improve skills within a short amount
of time while others can struggle even mastering the basic skills. You may wonder, what creates
such difference? What is the importance of talent in learning music? According to recent studies,
kids who have parents or grandparents with musical background tend to be more fast-learners
when it comes to musical subjects. However, talent doesn't determine your fullest potential solely.
In fact, what determines your success in music mostly is your work ethic and discipline. Talent is
only a starting point. It is probably genetic but is highly affected by environmental factors. It can
show up in totally random moments, especially in early childhood. How to know if you have a
special talent for music? It has its own methods to be proven, of course. Talent tests can be taken
at any age. However, taking these tests at an early age makes more sense. We know every kid is
special and talented in their unique ways but musical talent is a bit more complex than it seems to
be and it is wiser to ask help from professionals specialized in such topic. Musical talent by itself
is not enough to achieve stuff. Even the most talented musician needs to put skills into work and
give an effort to make progress. Such blessing should also be backed up by the right instructors
and the right choice of musical instrument. Question 29: Which of the following best serves the
title of the passage?
A. Talent versus Hard Work B. Special Talent for Music
C. Kids and Musical Talent D. Talent Tests Would Help
Question 30: What does the word 'stuff in the second paragraph mostly refer to?
A. skill in music B. talent test result
C. success in music D. musical instrument
Question 31:____________can learn music faster than other kids do.
A. Kids who have parents or grandparents with musical background
B. Kids who have work ethic and discipline
C. Kids whose talent is not affected by environmental factors
D. Kids who are helped by the right instructors and the right choice of musical instrument
Question 32: The phrase 'make progress' in the second paragraph is closest in meaning to
A. begin B. develop C. practise D. carry out
Question 33: We can learn from the passage that______________.
A. work ethic and discipline cannot determine success
B. talent is more important than environmental factors
C. talent cannot be tested
D. we can succeed in music by hard work
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct answer to each of the questions from 34 to 40.
It is commonly believed that music feeds the soul because it soothes your soul and relaxes
your mind. Music has always been the best source for expressing your feelings and emotions and
telling stories. Among all the popular genres of music, pop music has become the most popular
one since it was first introduced. The word 'Pop' itself is derived from 'popular'. It was named so
because it became so popular right after its introduction.
Pop, as a separate genre, consists of simple patterns and rhythms. It is proved that the human
brain likes patterns, and the patterns that are easy to remember are more likeable than the difficult
ones. Patterns make the music more attractive and engaging, and easy and simple patterns are easy
to pick, which is why our brain likes them more. Additionally, patterns add to the rhythm of the
song and its music. Rhythms make us sing along and dance with the lyrics and beats of the music.
Also, pop music usually repeats its patterns, rhythms, and lyrics as well because most of the songs
have the same themes and topics. All this makes pop a popular genre among all.
It has been found that pop music is usually louder than the songs of other genres. It is
believed that the volume of these songs is kept louder than others on purpose. Pop songs sound
louder than others even if played on the same volume. Louder songs get the attention of people
more easily and quickly as sounds become catchier to the listeners. The louder and catchier a song
is; the more attention it gets from the audience. As more and more people listen to a song, its
popularity increases. To conclude, the louder you sound, the more you're heard.
Adapted from https://musicforproductions.com/what-are-the-reasons-pop-music-is-so-popular/ Question 34:
Which of the following can he the best title for the passage?
A. The Impact of Pop Music on the Brain and Attention
B. The Origins of Pop Music
C. The Reasons for the Popularity of Pop Music
D. The Benefits of Loud Music
Question 35: The word "soothes" in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to_______________.
A. calms B. hurts C. excites D. harms
Question 36: According to paragraph 2, how do rhythms contribute to the listening experience of
pop music?
A. Rhythms make the volume of Pop songs louder than that of others.
B. Rhythms encourage listeners to sing along and dance.
C. Rhythms reduce the appeal of pop music.
D. Rhythms are unrelated to the genre's popularity.
Question 37: The word "them" in paragraph 3 refers to______________.
A. genres B. patterns C. rhythms D. lyrics
Question 38: The word "attention" in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to_______________.
A. neglect B. ignorance C. notice D. thinking
Question 39: Why are pop songs often kept louder than songs of other genres?
A. Because they make sounds catchier.
B. Because they make you're heard.
C. Because they make the songs easier to remember.
D. Because they experiment with different sound levels.
Question 40: Which of the following can be inferred about pop music?
A. Pop music is the oldest genre of music.
B. Pop music has a complex structure.
C. Pop music is the only genre that affects emotions and feelings.
D. Pop music has gained popularity partly due to its simplicity.

UNIT 4: FOR A BETTER COMMUNITY

WORD CHOICE
/. Complete the sentences with the words given
donate generous participate deliver community
join interest sense benefit remote
1. He told us about his lifelong_______________in music.
2. when he heard we were going to Tripoli he asked if he could_________________us.
3. They are working together to_______________the whole community.
4. Their houses are________________from the village.
5. It was________________of him to donate a big sum of money to the orphanage.
6. The concert organisers say they will_________________all the profits to charity.
7. They set off to_______________supplies to a flooded village.
8. You should________________in the volunteer club, and you will understand the
_______________of purpose in life.
9. Several voluntary organisations are trying to provide_________________care.
i7. Fill in each blank with a suitable word or phrase from the box.
generous donated remote volunteer various
raised delivering: participate items benefits
1. The professor________________his books to the library last Saturday.
2. Working with us in this project means that it's a_________________job with no paid salary.
3. Our neighbour is very________________as he often buys things for other people.
4. Peasants in_______________areas of the countiy used to be exploited by wealthy
landowners.
5. The new factory will bring considerable________________to the area.
6. There are_______________techniques for dealing with industrial pollution.
7.I hope everyone will________________in this discussion and we'll have a solution.
8. Many______________in daily use are made out of plastic.
9. She________________a very important question at the meeting.
10. He worked as a volunteer,_______________hot meals to poor patients in hospitals.
WORD FORMATION
I. Choose the correct adjectives.
I. I'm really annoyed/ annoying because I can't find my mobile phone.
2. I love parties. They're really excited/exciting.
3. I'll be surprised/surprising if Viet Nam win the World Cup.
4.I don't like this film. It's bored/ boring.
5. This TV programme is very interested / interesting.
6.I forgot her name. It was really embarrassed / embarrassing.
7. We really enjoyed the film. It was very entertained/entertaining.
8.I worked hard last term, but my exam results were disappointed/ disappointing.
9. The children were fascinated /fascinating by the clown's performance.
10. This weather is very depressed/depressing. It really gets me down.
11. It was an exhausted/exhausting tennis match, but he won in the end.
12. Mai had studied hard for her exams and her results were very satisfied/satisfying.
II. Complete the sentences with the -ed or ing form of the verbs in brackets.
1. She's very_______________(please) with my new laptop.
2. He was very_______________(disappoint) when his best friend didn't give him a birthday
present.
3. The weather's really______________(depress). It's raining today and it rained yesterday, too.
4. That film is really_______________(amuse). I laughed all the way through it.
5. It's Sunday afternoon and Sue's got nothing to do. She's really_________________(bore).
6. That maths question was really_______________(confuse).
7. He's_______________(delight). He passed his driving test this morning.
8. They're going to watch their favorite group at a concert tonight. They're very
(excite).
III. Complete the sentences with the appropriate adjectives from the nouns below and the
suffixes -ful or -less.
meaning care hope colour use power
1. A. There is a(n)_______________display of flowers in the school garden.
B. Carbon dioxide is a(n)________________and odourless gas.
2. A. The villagers were_______________against the rising flood water.
B. G7 is the group of the richest and the most________________countries in the world.
3. A. It was_______________of him to leave the front door unlocked last night.
B. He is a(n)_______________driver because he has never caused accidents.
4. A. Things might get better, and it looks________________right now.
B. Most of the students are making good progress, but Mike is a(n)_________________case.
5. A. Having a job after retirement makes life more________________.
B. I don't understand this phrase because it is______________________.
6. A. Without fuel, a vehicle becomes________________for moving supplies.
B. A sharp knife is very_______________in the kitchen.
TV. Supply the correct form of the word in the brackets.
1. The survivors___________________many privations before they were rescued. (suffer)
2. Julia was an____________and lived with her aunt when she was a child. (orphanage)
3. He refused to recognise that he was a_________________in an evil or illegal organisation.
(participate)
4. The flat has four separate bedrooms and a____________kitchen. (commune)
5. It's scary to see the_______________river carried trees along. (flood)
6. This is the biggest________________we've had up to now. (donate)
7. One of the worst________________is having so little time to spend with one's family. (hard)
8. She received a refund on the________________tickets. (use)
9. She is currently a_______________worker at the hospital. (volunteer)
10. The entire organization is funded by_________________donations. (charity)
V. Complete the sentence with the correct preposition.
1.I am continuing to apply________________jobs.
2. We met, quite_______________chance, in the supermarket.
3. She is willing_______________donate money to our charity.
4. How much did you pay_______________the tickets?
5. Only members may participate________________the discussions.
6. The church committee was set________________many years ago.
7. We are all very thankful________________the support we have received.
8. He had lost contact_______________his friends.
9. The game will be available_______________ purchase online on February.
10. These buses may have access_______________ that country, but in practice, they will be
unable to reach many places.
11. They care_______________ the quality of life and their environment.
12. These will focus_________ the teaching of technology, modern languages, arts and science.
GRAMMAR
I. Choose the best answers.
1.Chloe____________in my wardrobe when I______________her.
A. hid - found B. was hiding - found
C. was hiding - was finding D. hid - was finding
2.We____________many sport cars when we______________for the bus.
A. saw - were waiting B. were seeing - waited
C. saw - waited D. were seeing - were waiting
3.The taxi driver_______________very fast when the accident______________.
A. drove was - happening B. drove - happened
C. wasn't driving - happened D. wasn't driving - was happening
4.My sister_______________the dishes when it_______________out of her hand.
A. was washing - was slipping B. washed - was slipping
C. washed - slipped D. was washing - slipped
5.She______________the news while I______________the ironing.
A. was reading - did B. read - did
C. read- was doing D. was reading -was doing
6.While he_______________the house, he______________some glasses
A. was cleaning - broke B. was cleaning - was breaking
C. cleaned - was breaking D. cleaned - broke
7.The laptop's battery______________out of energy when she______________the websites.
A. was running - surfed B. ran - was surfing
C. was running - was surfing D. ran - surfed
8.Alexandre_______________out of the window when dark clouds______________.
A. was looking - were appearing B. was looking - appeared
C. looked - appeared D. looked - were appearing
9. The photographer______________some photos when the model_______________.
A. was B. took - acted taking - acted
C. took - was acting D. was taking - was acting
10. While our dad_____________the gardening, my brother______________the lesson.
A. did - revised B. did -was revising
C. was doing - revised D. was doing -was revising
11. It____________to rain while my dad_____________the flowers in the garden.
 A. started - was watering B. was starting - was watering
C. was starting - watered D. started - watered
12. While the children______________, their parents______________social media.
A. slept - checked B. slept - were checking
C. were sleeping - were checking D. were sleeping - checked
13. The thieves____________in the basement when the policeman____________in the building.
A. hid - was surrounding B. were hiding - surrounded
C. were hiding - was surrounding D. hid - surrounded
14. He____________a lot of friendly people while he_______________as a volunteer.
A. met - worked B. was meeting - worked
C. was meeting - was working D. met - was working
15. He_____________the television, his coat and______________out.
A. turned off -put on -was walking B. turned off - put on - walked
C. turned off - was putting on - walked D. was turning off - put on - walked
16. He___________a poor sense of direction and soon______________lost in the jungle.
A. had -was getting B. was having -got
C. had got D. was having -was getting
17. Linh____________English at university when he_____________to play the guitar.
A. was studying - was learning B. studied - was learning
C. studied learnt D. was studying - learnt
18. While Henry_____________an ice-cream, his sister______________with other kids.
A. was having -was playing B. had -played
C. had was playing D. was having was playing
19.I___________a famous celebrity when I___________in the supermarket yesterday.
A. saw -shopped B. saw - was shopping
C. was seeing - shopped D. was seeing -was shopping
20. She____________when I___________a shower, so I____________the door.
A. arrived - had - wasn't answering B. was arriving - was having - didn't answer
C. arrived - was having - didn't answer D. was arriving - had - wasn't answering
21. While Tom____________English to poor children in Phnom Penh last year, he____________a
lot about Cambodian culture.
A. is teaching- knows B. taught - was knowing
C. was teaching - knew D. was teaching - was knowing
22. My passion for volunteering to help children____________during my middle school years
while I__________for the summer community service.
A. begin - work B. began - was working
C. have begun - have worked D. was beginning - was working
23. Volunteers___________games and____________activities with disadvantaged children
while they___________for the center.
A. played - had- worked B. were having - having - were working
C. have played - playing - are working D. played - had - were working
24. "___________your country can do for you._____________You can do for your country."
(from US President John F. Kennedy's inaugural address)
 A. Don't ask what - ask what B. Ask what - don't ask what
C. Ask not what - ask what D. Ask what not - ask what
II. Write the correct form of the verbs in the past simple or the past continuous.
1. When she________________(open) the door, it_________________(rain).
2. While I________________(study), I________________(suddenly feel) sleepy.
3. We________________(listen) to music when my mother_________________(phone).
4. Anna________________(have) a shower when her phone_________________(ring).
5. When I________________(go) to school, it_________________(start) to rain.
6. The electricity________________(go) out when Jim_________________(read) in his room.
7.________________(you think) of her when she_________________(call) you?
8. They________________(wait) for me when I_________________(arrive).
9. He________________(climb) a mountain when the storm_________________(begin).
10. While Brian________________(drive), he________________(see) saw an accident.
11. She________________(read) when the lights_________________(go) off.
12. It________________(begin) to rain when I_________________(cycle) home.
13. When I________________(wake) up this morning, it_________________(be) still dark.
14.I________________(walk) downstairs when I_________________(hear) a thunder.
15. We________________(play) chess in class when the teacher_________________(come) in.
16. When they______________(leave) work for home, the sun_________________(still shine).
17. James_______________(run) into an old friend while he_________________(walk) home.
18. What____________________(you do) when your phone_________________(ring)?
19. Mr. and Mrs. Wilson______________(have) lunch when the visitors_______________
(arrive).
20. When Mr. Kelvin________________(come) home, his child_________________(sleep).
III. Supply the correct form of the verb in the brackets.
1. Yesterday, he________________(talk) to his guests when I___________(enter) the room.
2. Who________________(you speak) to when I_________________(see) you last night?
3. Last year Emily________________(travel) in Viet Nam when she_________________(lose)
her passport.
4. We________________(not see) each other since the date we_________________(graduate)
from high school.
5. She________________(take) a lot of photos as we_________________(sit) in a wedding party
last night.
6. While Mr. Lane________________(have) dinner, his dog_________________(eat) his steaks.
7. Last Monday we________________(discuss) the problem when Robert_________________
(stand) up to leave.
8. We________________(watch) some video clips while we________________(wait) for you
some minutes ago.
9. They________________(drink) tea when a nice girl______________________(come) to their
table.
10. The children________________(play) in the park while their parents__________________
(look) after them.
IV. Rewrite the following sentences without changing their meanings.
1. We haven't seen her since 1999.
-> We last ___________________________________________________________
2. How long have you learning English?
-> When_____________________________________________________________
3.I started to play the piano when I was six.
-> I have____________________________________________________________
4. When did you buy your laptop?
-> How long _________________________________________________________
5. We last saw your sister in May.
-> We haven't ________________________________________________________
6. He started working as an engineer 7 years ago.
-> He has ___________________________________________________________
7.I last saw Bob when I was in Ho Chi Minh City.
-> I haven't __________________________________________________________
8. The last time we met each other was ten years ago.
-> We haven't ________________________________________________________
9. I haven't been to the cinema for two months.
-> The last time ______________________________________________________
10. We haven't been to a concert for over a year.
-> The last time ______________________________________________________
11. Tom went to Scotland last Friday and is still there.
->Tom has __________________________________________________________
12. The last time I went swimming was when I was in France.
-> I haven't __________________________________________________________
13. He was last in touch with me three weeks ago.
-> He hasn't__________________________________________________________
14. Mr. John hasn't visited France since 1990.
-> Mr. John last_______________________________________________________
15. The last time we went to London was in 1998.
 -> We have __________________________________________________________
16.I prepared dinner for my family after I went to the supermarket.
->By the time______________________________________________________________
17. Mr. Brown studied abroad for four years then he returned home as an excellent engineer. -
>Before________________________________________________________________
18. My brother drank some orange juice. Then he felt a little bit better.
-> After_________________________________________________________________
19. On arriving in London. I wrote a letter home.
->When__________________________________________________________________
20. When I came back from work, I saw an accident.
-> On
PRACTICE TEST
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined
part differs from that of the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
Question 1: A. contact B. provide C. donate D. remote
Question 2: A. benefit B. charity C. suffering D. volunteer
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the
other three in the position of stress in each of the following questions.
Question 3: A. community B. surprise C. successful D. volunteer
Question 4: A. digital B. listen C. item D. interest
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the
following questions.
Question 5: While Lan__________as a volunteer in the countryside, she met an old friend.
A. was working B. worked C. had worked D. worked
Question 6: I'm busy at the moment,__________on the computer
A. I work B. I'm worked C. I'm working D. I worked
Question 7: My mom________to the supermarket every Sunday for shopping.
A. goes B. go C. is going D. are going
Question 8: My bike_________brown and red by my father.
A. repaints B. repainted C. was repainting D. was repainted
Question 9: Don't_________that job: you're in danger of overreaching yourself.
A. turn down B. apply for C. provide for D. fall out
Read the following advertisement/ announcement and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your
answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 10 to
15.
Your help and participation is needed! As noted in the Te Matapuna Journal story we are
seeking volunteers to help plant up to 10000 trees in the Te Matapuna wetland. This is an
opportunity for members who live outside the Central North Island and locals to participate.
Join us for a day or two - or for the entire week! The purpose of this week is to provide an
opportunity____10___members and supporters to:
• participate in work projects as_____11______volunteer
• learn about projects that Project Tongariro and DOC are involved in
• visit special and out-of-the-way places
• participate in conservation presentations on a wide_______12_______of topics from
plans to reintroduce weka to Mt Pihanga - Lake Rotopounamu to stories about the Molesworth
Station.
• to a chance to eniov the comnanv and experience of like-minded oeonle
Question 10: A. digital B. for C. item D. interest
Question 11: A. an B. a C.the D. 0
Question 12: A. vary B. various C. variable D. variety
Dear Peter,
I am writing this letter to inform you about the upcoming party. It has been a while since
we all have___13 up.
And I feel that this is a great_______14_______for all us family members to come together and
celebrate.
It was a long time ago that all of us met. And each one of us had enjoyed it thoroughly. Hence,
on behalf of everyone, I am taking the initiative to bring everyone under one roof.
Also, I am going to be needing your help for the preparations of the party. Let us work together
to make this a grand________________ 15 .
Do revert back your confirmation. * I
am waiting to hear from you. Kind
Regards, Polly
Question 13: A. were meeting B. have met C. meet D. met D.
Question 14: A. opportunity B. donation C. service freedom D.
Question 15: A. standard B. success C. qualification interest
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the
sentences to make a meaningful paragraph/letter in each of the following questions.
Question 16:
a. I am reliable, active, hard-working and good at communication. If necessary, I can send you
a reference from my teacher and a copy of my volunteer certificate.
b. I am looking forward to hearing from you.
Yours faithfully,
c. I have experience in doing office work. Last semester, I had a chance to volunteer at Kim
Lien School as a front office staff. My main duties were to welcome guests and donors.
d. Dear Sir or Madam,
I saw your advertisement on Facebook on Judy 19th, I am writing to apply for the job of a
volunteer at your Heart to Heart Charity Office.
e. I am available for an interview any day from eight a.m. to four p.m., except Sunday. If I am
selected as a volunteer at your Office, I can start working from June 24 or earlier if required.
A. e-c-a-b-d B. d-c-a-e-b C. c-a-b-d-e D. c-e-a-b-d
Question 17:
e I look forward to hearing from you. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
a. I am confident that I have the physical ability which is needed in most positions at WWF.
b. Since I was young, I have been curious about both plant and animal life. Saving little kittens
or other animals from distressful situations and planting trees is/ are all I would like to do now.
c. My love for nature makes me want to work in this field all my life.
d. Dear Sir or Madam,
I am interested in a volunteer position at WWF Center in Vietnam. I am very enthusiastic about
saving our planet and contributing to this case.
e. I look forward to hearing from you. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
f. I am excited to have an opportunity to join your organization as a volunteer and to make
some contribution. I am available to attend an interview at any time.
A. d-c-a-e-b-f B. b-d-e-a-c-f C. b-a-d-e-c-f D. d-b-c-a-f-e
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits
each of the numbered blanks from 18 to 23.
Orbis is an organisation_______18______. It has built an eye hospital inside an aeroplane
and flown it all over the world with an international medica team. Samantha Graham, a fourteen-
year-old schoolgirl from England, went with the plane to Mongolia. Samantha tells the story of the
Eukhtuul, a young Mongolian girl.
Last year, when Eukhtuul_______19_______, she was attacked by boys with sticks and her
eyes were badly damaged. Dr. Duffey, an Orbis doctor, said that without an operation she would
never see again. I thought about all the things I do that she couldn't, things like reading
schoolbooks, watching television, seeing friends, and I realised how lucky I am.
The Orbis team agreed______20________and I was allowed to watch, together with some
Mongolian medical students. I prayed the operation would be successful. The next day
____21__________while Dr. Duffey removed her bandages. "In six months________________will
be back to normal," he said. Eukhtuul smiled, her mother cried, and I had to wipe away some
tears, too!
Now Eukhtuul wants to study hard__________________. Her whole future has changed
thanks to a simple operation. We should all think more about how much our sight means to us.
Question 18: A. which helps blind people of everywhere
B. where helps blind people of everywhere
C. which helped blind people of everywhere
D. when helps blind people of everywhere
Question 19: A. was walking home from school
B. is walking home from school
C. had been walking home from school
Question 20: D. walked to home from school
Question 21: A. operate on Eukhtuul B. to be operated on Eukhtuul
C. to operate on Eukhtuul D. operating on Eukhtuul
A. I waited nervously with Eukhtuul
B. waited nervously with Eukhtuul
C. they waited nervously with Eukhtuul
D. I wait nervously with Eukhtuul
Question 22: A. his sight B. your sight C. our sight D. their sight
Question 23: A. her to become a doctor B. she to become a doctor
C. become her a doctor D. to become a doctor
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to
indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 24 to 28.
(24)_______________KidsCan was founded in a garage in 2005, the organisation has
grown to become New Zealand's leading charity dedicated to helping Kiwi kids affected by
poverty. Our support is (25)_______________to more than 200,000 tamariki in over 800 schools
and 100 early childhood centres, with over 5 million items of food, clothing and health products
being sent from our Auckland warehouse each year.
Our partner schools and centres report that KidsCan support (26)____________________a
difference to the wellbeing of their students, helping to increase participation and attendance.
KidsCan alumni tell us that being warm and dry at school, with a guaranteed meal every day,
helped them to learn and achieve their goals.
None of this would be possible (27)________________the support of generous Kiwis and
our business community, (28)_______________donations help ensure no Kiwi kid goes without.
Question 24: A. Since B. As C. Because D. Although
Question 25: A. value B. valid C. valuable D. available
Question 26: A. takes B. makes C. gets D. has
Question 27: A. for B. due to C. without D. with
Question 28: A. whose B. that C. where D. which
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to
indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 29 to 33.
Voluntary Service Overseas (VSO)
VSO is a registered charity dedicated to assisting in developing countries. It is a
recruitment agency which finds, selects and places volunteers in response to overseas requests.
 This work makes it distinctive among other charities and organizations in the UK. It sends
people, not money, so it tries to respond to requests from overseas which ask for volunteers. Its
purpose is toward the poorest members of the community. Both staff and volunteers also pay
special attention to women's roles in development projects. This is because women's roles in child-
rearing, in education and community relationship are essential in any healthy process of change.
Over the past 38 years, more than 21.000 volunteers have worked abroad with VSO. There
are now over 1,900 volunteers working in 59 of the less developed countries in Africa Asia, the
Pacific and the Caribbean.
The application of each volunteer is carefully considered in order to select and interview
candidates against each job request from the field, to look for the person with the right blend of
skills and personality.
VSO volunteers do not go to developing countries as visiting experts with all the answers.
It is always a process of sharing and learning. The aim is that when the volunteer returns home,
there exists a community with a stronger sense of independence, and a volunteer with a new
understanding of life and people everywhere. The range of jobs required of VSO is wide,
reflecting the needs of any society in the modem world. Question 29: VSO is different from
other charities and organization from UK because
it__________.
A. is a registered body. B. sends financial aid to developing countries.
C. sends volunteers to help abroad. D. recruits volunteers to work in Britain.
Question 30: Requests from overseas most likely to be dealt with are those which____________.
A. specifically ask for female staff and volunteers.
B. require volunteers to work with local inhabitants.
C. require help and advice for health care.
D. need help to train less wealthy members of the community.
Question 31: According to those who work for VSO, who plays the most important part in
bringing about change?
A. charitable organizations B. volunteers from abroad
C. women in local communities D. staff who recruit volunteers
Question 32: What happens when VSO wants to appoint new volunteers?
A. They give preference to applicants living abroad.
B. They give each applicants several interviews.
C. They refer applications to countries requesting volunteers.
D. They match all applicants to jobs very carefully.
Question 33: The volunteers chosen to go out to a developing country____________.
A. must have experience of working overseas
B. will quickly become an expert in the field.
C. will gain more knowledge about the world we live in
D. must leave the country before it becomes independent
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to
indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 34 to 40.
I didn't even notice him. It was a chilly November evening in New York City, and my
daughter and I were walking up Broadway. I was thinking, "Milk, dry cleaners, home". Was I
supposed to notice a guy sitting inside a cardboard box next to a newsstand? No, but Nora did. She
wasn't even four, but she pulled at my coat sleeve and said: "That man's cold, Daddy. Can we take
him home?"
I don't remember my reply - probably something like, "That wouldn't really be helping
him". Maybe I made her feel better by giving her an apple. I don't know. But I do remember a
sudden heavy feeling inside me. I had always been delighted at how much my daughter noticed in
her world, whether it was birds in flight or children playing. But now she was noticing suffering
and poverty.
A few days later, I saw an article in the newspaper about volunteers who delivered meals to
elderly people. The volunteers went to a nearby school on a Sunday morning, picked up a food
package, and delivered it to an elderly person. It was quick and easy. I signed us up. Nora was
excited about it. She could understand the importance of food, so she could easily see how
valuable our job was. When Sunday came, she was ready, but I had to push myself to leave the
house. On the way to the school. I fought an urge to turn back. The Sunday paper and my coffee
were waiting at home. Why do this? Still, we picked up the package and phoned the elderly person
we'd been assigned. She invited us right over. And that day Nora and I paid a visit to her
depressing flat. After saying goodbye, I walked home in tears.
Professionals call such a visit a "volunteer opportunity". Indeed, the poverty my daughter
and I helped lessen that Sunday afternoon was not the old woman's alone it was in our lives, too.
Nora and I regularly serve meals to needy people and collect clothes for the homeless. Yet, as I've
watched her grow over these past four years. I still wonder which of us has benefited more?
Question 34: Which of the following can be the best title of the passage?
A. A Lesson in Caring B. Volunteer Opportunities
C. An International Voluntary Organisation D. A Beautiful Sunday
Question 35: The phrase "delighted at" in the passage is closet in meaning to____________.
A. very bored with B. very pleased at
C. very disappointed with D. very surprised at
Question 36: Which of the following is true about Nora, the author's daughter?
A. She was a naughty schoolgirl.
B. She didn't care for anyone around her.
C. She was not interested in doing charity.
D. She is over four years old now.
Question 37: After reading the newspaper article about volunteers who helped the elderly,
the writer________.
A. paid no attention B. went to work
C. signed him and his daughter up D. took his daughter to school
Question 38: The word "us" in the passage refers to___________.
A. the writer and his daughter
B. the writer and the elderly person
C. the volunteers
D. the writer, his daughter and the elderly person
Question 39: How did the writer feel after the visit to the elderly woman that Sunday?
A. He felt relaxed. B. He felt sorry for her.
C. He felt happy. D. He felt disappointed.
Question 40: What do the writer and his daughter often do now?
 A. They serve meals to needy people, but do not collect clothes for the homeless.
B. They collect clothes for the homeless but don't serve meals to needy people.
C. They both serve meals to needy people and collect clothes for the homeless.
D. They neither serve meals to needy people nor collect clothes for the homeless.

UNIT 5: INVENTIONS
I. Choose the correct answer
A. Present perfect, present simple, present continuous, past simple, past continuous
1. Robert______ill for three weeks. He is still in hospital.
A. had been B. has been C. is D. was
2. This isn't my first time to visit London_______here before
A. I'm B. I'd been C. I was D. I've been
3. Since I left Venezuela six years ago, I________to visit friends and family several times.
A. return B. will have returned C. am returning D. have returned
4. Your English________wonderfully since last month.
A. improved B. was improved C. has improved D. has been improved
5. It is raining now. It began raining two hours ago, so it________for two hours
A. rains B. is raining C. has rained D. rained
6. He to HCMC last year and I_______him since then.
A. moved - didn't see B. moved - haven't seen C. moves - haven't seen D. moved - hadn't seen
7. We________what to do with the money yet.
A. not decide B. haven't decided C. didn't decide D. hadn't decided
8. Jim is away on holiday. He__________to Spain.
A. is gone B. have been C. has been D. was
9. Robert__________ill for three weeks. He is still in hospital.
A. had been B. has been C. is D. was
10. I'm very tired. I__________over four hundred miles today.
A. drive B. am driving C. have drived D. have driven
11. It_________a long time since we were apart. I did not recognize her.
A. is B. has been C. was D. had been
12. His health has improved a lot since he__________doing exercises regularly.
A. starts B. started C. has started D. had started
13. It is raining heavily with rolls of thunder. We_______such a terrible thunderstorm.
A. would never see B. had never seen C. have never seen D. never see
14. Lan_______learning English a few years ago.
A. starts B. will start C. started D. is starting
15. For the last 20 years, we______significant changes in the world of science and technology.
A. witness B. have witnessed C. witnessed D. are witnessing
16. YouTube_____to become the world's most popular video-sharing website since 2005.
A. grows B. grew C. has grown D. have grown
17. Apple iPad__________the single most popular tablet PC ever since 2010.
A. has existed B. has stayed C. has remained D. has continued
18. I_________to school every day for the last two weeks.
A. walked B. have walked C. walk D. was walking
19. Making friends__________more difficult since I___________a new city.
A. become - moved B. has become C. became - have moved D. became moved
20. I'd like to see that football match because I___________one this year.
A. don't see B. can't see C. hardly see D. haven't seen
21.I can't believe that you_____all the three exercises. You just started five minutes ago.
A. have finished B. have been finishing C. finished D. are finishing
22. Up to now, the discount__________to children under ten years old.
A. has only applied B. only applies C. was only applied D. only applied
23. Tom often watches TV after his parents___________to bed.
A. had gone B. have gone C. go D. went
24. Their children__________lots of new friends since they___________to that town.
A. have made - moved B. were making - have moved
C. made - are moving D. made - have been moving
25. He__________ off alone a month ago, and__________of since
A. set - hasn't been heard B. was setting - hasn't heard
C. set - hasn't heard D. was setting - hadn't been heard
26. None of the students__________to class yet.
A. are coming B. hadn't come C. haven't come D. have come
27. At 10.pm last night, my younger brother_______games online.
A. had been playing B. was playing C. will be playing D. have been playing
28. Why are you putting on your coat? You_______out?
A. Do - go B. Have - gone C. Had - gone D. Are - going
29. Look! That plane_______toward the airport. It is going to land.
A. flies B. have flown C. is flying D. will fly
30. When I went out, the sun_______.
A. will shine B. is shining C. was shining D. has shone
31. He works in a bank, but he_______it very much.
A. doesn't enjoy B. haven't enjoyed C. didn't enjoy D. hadn't enjoyed
32. He______a cup of coffee every morning many years ago.
A. have been drinking B. drank C. had drunk D. was drinking
33.I______my homework for two hours, but I_______yet.
A. have done - haven't finished B. is doing - isn't finishing
 C. will do - will not finish D. have been doing - haven't finished
34. Yesterday she______to pay me for my helping her but I didn't accept.
A. will offer B. was offering C. had offered D. offered
35. We__________get in touch with our customers by post.
A. recently B. hardly C. lately D. latterly
36. We have been married___________.
A. over twenty years B. over twenty years ago
C. for over twenty years D. since over twenty years
37. Melanie__________her hand. It's bleeding heavily.
A. has cut B. is cutting C. cut D. cuts
38. Mary wasn't happy with her new job at first, but she________to like it now.
A. begins B. have begun C. is beginning D. have been beginning
39. The Amazon River_______into the Atlantic Ocean.
A. flows B. has flowed C. is flowing D. will flow
40. My parents live in London. They_______there all their lives.
A. are living B. had lived C. have lived D. will live
B. To V, infinitives, gerunds
1. It's important________________healthily when you are pregnant.
A. to eat B. eat C. eating D. for me eating
2. He spends hours_______________to repair his car.
A. try B. to try C. trying D. tries
3. Tom refuses_________________his address.
A. give B. giving C. to give D. gave
4. Her advice made him_______________his mind.
A. change B. to change C. changing D. changed
5.I don't blame you for not________________outside in this awful weather.
A. wanting to go B. wanting go C. want to go D. to want to
6. After_________it over, I decided to laugh at myself and just join anyway.
A. have thought B. having thought C. I have thought D. to have thought
7. I'm tired. I'd rather__________out this evening, if you don't mind.
A. not going B. not to go C. don't go D. not go
8. He looked forward to____________his first pay packet.
A. be receiving B. have received C. receiving D. receive
9. Passing the restaurant, he stopped_____________a coffee.
A. drink B. to drink C. drinking D. drunk
10. Mrs. Green prefers_________TV to________to the cinema.
A. watching/ go B. to watch/ going C. watching/ going D. watches/ go
11. They offered__________her but she refused.
A. to help B. helping C. help D. being helped
12. She often opened the window in the early morning so that she can enjoy________pure air.
A. breathing B. having breathed C. to breath D. to have breathed
13. "I wonder where Mr. White is."
- "Didn't you know the committee forced him________."
A. resigned B. resign C. resigning D. to resign
14. Gravity keeps the moon________around and around the earth.
A. travel B. to travel C. travelling D. travelled
15.I didn't need_______anything. I just sat there and listened.
A. say B. saying C. to say D. having said
16. Thomas will never forget______the Queen when she visited the university where he studied.
A. meet B. to meet C. met D. meeting
17. He is used to_______late until he finishes his work.
A. stay up B. staying up C. stayed up D. to stay up
18.I hope________that tiring work again.
A. not do B. not to do C. not doing D. to not do
19. They couldn't help________when they heard the little boy singing a love song.
A. laughing B. to laugh C. laugh D. laughed
20.I really can't stand_________for the bus.
A. wait B. waiting C. to wait D. to waiting
21. My friends arranged______________to the airport in time.
A. meet B. to meet C. meeting D. met
22. Your house needs
A. redecorated B. redecorating C. being redecorated D. to redecorate
23. The police warned everybody__________to that area.
A. not travel B. to not travel C. don't travel D. not to travel
24. Have you finished________________the composition?
A. in writing B. writing C. to write D. written
25. Nobody can persuade her__________her mind.
A. change B. to change C. changing D. changed
26. We are talking about___________Canada for our vacation next month.
A. having gone B. to have gone C. to go D. going
27. Do you plan________out or_________at home at this weekend?
A. go / stay B. to go / stay C. going / stay D. to go / staying
28. Farmers can protect their land by_________different crops on the same land.
A. grow B. growing C. grew D. grown
29.I_________the piano quite well when I was younger.
A. am used to play B. used to play C. am used to playing D. used to playing
30. Almost everyone fails________the driving test on the first try.
A. pass B. to pass C. passing D. in passing
31. Janet can't think of what___________Mark for his birthday, but she has invited him to have
dinner with her in the Galata Tower__________the occasion.
A. to buy - to celebrate B. to be bought - having celebrated
C. buying - celebrating D. to buying - to be celebrated
32. It's important_______in advance whether you need_______a visa for whichever country you
are going to.
A. to be checked - getting B. checked - to be getting
C. checking - having got D. to check - to get
33. Ludwig got Friedrich__________his car__________him that he'd give him $10 for it.
A. washing - to tell B. wash - for telling
C. being washed - telling D. to wash - by telling
34. From the distance, we could hear the sound of some dogs_________.
A. to bark B. to be barking C. barking D. bark
35. Did you actually see the boy_________over the fence into Mr. Jones' Garden, or did you just
hear other boys________about it.
A. jumping - talking B. to jump -being talked
C. having jumped - to talk D. to be jumping - talk
II. Supply the correct form of the verbs in the present perfect or the past simple.
1. He_______________several calls up until now. (already make)
2. She_________________that show three times this week. (watch)
3. Since the first time I________________sushi, I______________it again. (try) / (never eat)
4._______________food online during the past pandemic? (you buy)
5. My best friend and I__________________each other for over five years. (know)
6. Lan can't go out with you because she__________________her homework yet. (not finish)
7. My close friend loves this writer and he________________all of his books. (read)
8. My uncle_______________ for two weeks, he is trying to give it up. (not smoke)
9. Nam________________in Da Nang for twenty years and then he went to his hometown. (live)
10.I________________many good marks last year, but________________lots of excellent marks
this year. (not get)/ (get)
11. A: Nick_________;______me to his party yesterday. Are you going? (invite)
B: He_________________me yet. (not ask)
12. A:_____________you_____________to your brother yet? (write)
B: Yes, I_______________him last night. (email)
13. A: I_________________to Hoi An. (never be)
B: I have. I__________________there two years ago. It's a very nice city. (go)
14. A: My parents_____________________their own business. (recently start)
B: Really? When_____________it_____________(open)?
15. A:_____________your sister_____________(take) her exams yet? (take)
B: Yes. She________________her results yesterday. (get)
16. In the United State, elementary education is compulsory. All children______________(study)
six years of elementary school.
17. - Can you tell me when the train for HCM city______________(leave)?
 - In fifteen minutes. At 7.05.
18. - Are you writing to him now?
- Yes, I always____________to him on his birthday. You_____________to send any message?
(write/ want)
19. Look! It______________ dark. Hurry up! It________________ in a few minutes. (get/rain)
20.I_______________an interesting book at the moment. I will lend it to you when I've finished
it. (read)
21. She is on vacation in France. She_________________a great time and doesn't want to come
back. (have)
22. Last year, my father____________to buy my sister a piano. She_____________very delighted
to hear this. (promise/ be)
23. When I____________home last night, I_____________very tired, so I_______________
straight to the bed. (get/be/go)
24. I____________ you up two days ago but I_______________________ no answer. Where
you____________? (ring/ get/ be)
25. Matt burned his hand while he_________________lunch. (cook)
26.I saw you in the park yesterday. You__________________on the grass and_________________a
book. (sit/ read)
27. Yesterday evening, while my mother_________________________ in the kitchen, my
father_______________the news on TV. (cook) / (watch)
III. Complete the sentences with the infinitive, to infinitive or gerund of the verb in brackets
1.I can't stand people (ask)________________me questions all the time.
2. Tracy promised (help)_______________Owen with his packing.
3. Her brother is very keen on (swim)________________.
4. It's not worth (queue)_______________for the tickets because you can book them by
telephone.
5. The company seems (make)_______________good progress this year.
6. I'm afraid I'm very bad at (learn)________________languages.
7. You shouldn't let your children (play)________________with matches. It's very easy (catch)
______________fire.
8.I enjoy (be)_______________busy. I don't like it when there is nothing (do)________________.
9. Let's hurry! We must finish (paint)________________the office before 3:00 today.
10. As we don't agree (carry out)________________a proposal we generally avoid (discuss)
______________the subject.
11. The traffic was very heavy this morning but I managed (get)____________to school on time.
12. They refused (lend)_______________him the money although he needed it badly.
13. He admitted (enter)_______________the house.
14. If you want (improve)_______________English, you should practice (speak)______________
it more often.
15. She had a cold, so she couldn't help (sneeze)________________all the time.
16. He needs (work)_______________harder if he wants to make progress.
17. The grass is very long. It needs (cut)________________.
18. Look! It's started (rain)_______________again.
19.I was relieved (find out)________________that I had passed the exam.
20. She made her son (wash)________________the windows before he could go outside (play)
_______________with his friends.
21. The police didn't permit (camp)________________in this wood for security reasons.
22. Why do you keep (look)_________________back? Are you afraid of (follow)_____________?
22. She made her son (wash)_____________the windows before he could go outside (play)
with his friends.
IV. Rewrite these sentences without changing their meanings:
A. Present perfect <=> Past simple 1. Rewrite the
following sentences, using the words given.
1. We last saw Tom when he moved to Bristol.
—> We have .......................................................................................
2. She (last) wrote to me nearly 2 years ago.
—> She has .......................................................................................
3. This film was (last) shown on TV nearly 10 years ago.
->This film has..................................................................................
4. She last swam in the river 3 years ago.
—> She has .......................................................................................
5. I last visited the city museum 5 years ago.
—> I have..........................................................................................
6. I haven't attended the club since 1998.
-> I last ...........................................................................................
7. I haven't seen him for 2 months.
—> / last ...........................................................................................
8. I haven't gone swimming for 2 years.
—> I last ...........................................................................................
2. Rewrite the following sentences, using the words given. 1.
Tom began playing the piano 4 years ago.
—> Tom has ...........................................................................................................
2. I started cooking for the party 4 hours ago.
—> I have...............................................................................................................
3. She started working as a secretary 2 years ago.
—> She has ............................................................................................................
4. My sister began to study English a year ago.
—> She has ............................................................................................................
5. My father is reading a newspaper. He started 2 hours ago.
—> My father has .................................................................................................
6. Scientists began to fight against AIDS in 1980.
—> Scientists have ................................................................................................
7. This hospital began to use laser treatment 5 years ago.
—> This hospital has been.....................................................................................
8. She started working as a book keeper for this company 5 years ago.
—> She has ............................................................................................................
9. She started studying English 6 years ago.
-> She has .............................................................................................................
10. The Browns have been living in London for 20 years.
—> The Browns began...........................................................................................
B. To V, Infinitives, Gerunds
Example: Would you please lend me a hand?
-> Would you mind lending me a hand ? 1.
John listens to pop music everyday.
John enjoys......................................................................................................
2.I don't remember that I met him in London.
I don't remember .............................................................................................
3.I suggested that we should visit the Smiths.
I suggested.......................................................................................................
4. Shall we go to the circus on Sunday?
Do you consider .............................................................................................
5. Do you like to go shopping?
Do you feel like................................................................................................
6. Shall we go to Da Lat this year?
Do you consider .............................................................................................
7. Betty likes meeting people.
Betty enjoys .....................................................................................................
8. It's necessary to water those plants regularly.
Those plants need............................................................................................
9. He finally managed to get a job.
He finally succeeded........................................................................................
10. Tom collects antique coins. He gets interested in it.
Tom gets interested..........................................................................................
11. Farmers add fertilizers to help enrich the soil.
Farmers help enrich the soil by ......................................................................
12. They irrigate their fields to reclaim land.
They reclaim land by .....................................................................................
13. Could you turn the radio down, please?
Would you mind..............................................................................................
14. Shall we practise playing football?
What about .....................................................................................................
15. It's not a good idea to travel during the rush-hour.
It's better to avoid...........................................................................................
16. He listens to rock music. He is very fond of it.
He is very fond................................................................................................
17. Paul doesn't like talking to them.
Paul hates .......................................................................................................
18.I would like you to help me to do some difficult exercises.
Do you mind....................................................................................................
19. Why don't we watch TV for a change?
I suggest..........................................................................................................
20. She doesn't like working with young people.
She doesn't enjoy ............................................................................................
21.I felt nervous when I traveled by air.
Travelling by air made ..................................................................................
22.I advised you to put your money in the bank.
You had better.................................................................................................
23. We can't possibly work in this noise
It's impossible.................................................................................................
24. Mr. Puncher doesn't allow his children to go out in the evening
 Mr. Puncher doesn't let...................................................................................................
25. Contacting her at work in usually quite easy.
It's quite easy...................................................................................................................
26. Harry's parents didn't allow him to smoke and drink.
Harry's parents didn 't let................................................................................................
27. The customs officer told him to open his briefcase.
The custom officer made ................................................................................................
28. You can use my car if you want to.
I will let...........................................................................................................................
29. My father said I could use his car.
My father allowed...........................................................................................................
30. He looks older when he wears glasses.
Wearing glasses made ...................................................................................................
31. My lawyer said I shouldn't say anything to the police.
My lawyer advised..........................................................................................................
32. Could you turn the radio down, please?
Would you mind.............................................................................................................?
V. Complete the sentences with the correct preposition:
1. The two fabrics of Velcro stick together thanks___________the hooks on the surface and the
loops on the other.
2. If you get a laptop as a reward, what will you use it___________?
3. AI has been applied_____________various areas of life.
4. That fabric is useful_______________protecting workers in hard conditions.
5. This device is not suitable___________children.
6. That type of alternative energy is a good choice____________our project.
7. He's looking forward to getting the benefits_____________all his hard work.
8. Many patients are dependent____________the discovery of antibiotics.
9. Parents sometimes find it difficult to communicate____________their teenage children.
10. We're still trying to decide____________the venue of the introductory ceremony of the new
products.
11. Sophia is a humanoid robot which can communicate___________people by using human
language and expressing emotions.
VI Complete the sentences with the words given:
software experiment operating systems display CPU
processor devices storage space laboratory intelligence
1. The researchers are repeating the_____________________on rats.
2. John showed high__________________from an early age.
3. He downloaded the latest version of the__________________from the official website.
4. This small screen can_____________________simple graphics as well as text.
5. The scientist spent hours in the_________________conducting experiments.
6. These newly-designed_____________________will appear on the exhibition next month.
7. The computer__________________detected an unrecoverable hardware error and reported it.
8. As defined in computer science, each character requires one byte of________________.
9. This software can be installed on both Linux and Windows______________________.
10.____________________is short for Central Processing Unit, one of the most important pieces
of hardware in any computing system.
VII Fill in each blank with the appropriate form of the word in brackets:
1. There were displays of new______________in the exhibition halls. (invent)
2. The school offers a wide range of_______________and sporting activities. (educate)
3. Interior______________always want to keep up to date with the late trends. (design)
4. Science and technology empower humans to control natural forces________________. (effect)
5. Thomas Edison, Benjamin Franklin, James Watt are among of the greatest________________
of all time. (invent)
6. According to computer scientists, artificial_______________can be divided into two different
categories: weak and strong. (intelligent)
7. I don't think technology in music will drive_______________to extinction. (create)
8. Their living room is_______________with all kiniis of modern appliances. (equipment)
9. The_______________capacity of the hard disk ranges from 6 to 20 gigabytes. (store)
10. The Internet has become a very_______________learning tool. (value)
11. It's unrealistic to think that________________cars would never kill anyone. (drive)
12._______________science has been the twentieth century's engine of discovery.
(experiment)
13. Smartphones are used not only for______________but also for information and
entertainment. (communicate)
 PRACTICE TEST Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your
answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from that of the other three in
pronunciation in each of the following questions.
Question 1: A. advantage B. communication C. laptop D. value
Question 2: A. intelligence B. profile C. science D. device
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the
other three in the position of stress in each of the following questions.
Question 3: A. internet B. discussion C. furniture D. customer
Question 4: A. smartphone B. robot C. machine D. measure
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of
the following questions.
Question 5: Modern smartphones nowadays do not have many______________to look better.
A. buttons B. keyboards C. screens D. pens
Question 6: Dung spilled his coffee on his desk and so now there is a______________on the desk.
A. crack B. wound C. cut D. stain
Question 7: Vu Quynh Lien should install this________________on her smartphone. It helps to
make her photos more beautiful.
A. hardware B. software C. device D. equipment
Question 8: A smartwatch can be used for__________________your exercise efforts.
A. connecting B. controlling C. protecting D. measuring
Question 9: '_____________' means 'made by humans'.
A. valuable B. useful C. artificial D. helpful
Read the following advertisement/ announcement and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your
answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 10 to
15.
Do you speak English?
Are you interested in museums?
Would you like a holiday job where you could meet people from all over (10)
________world?
We are looking (11)_________someone to work in the City Museum shop during *"
the holidays.
No experience is necessary but you must be (12)__________and helpful and have
some interest in art. Contact Mrs
Donovan at the City Museum.
Question 10: A. a B. an C. the D. 0 (no article)
Question 11: A. for B. on C. at D. in
Question 12: A. friend B. friendship C. friendliness D. friendly
 Announcement of Sports Event
The School Youth Union would like to announce:
Our school is organizing an annual sports day on June 27th at 8a.m in school ground.
The students who (13)_______in participating can give their names. Various sport
events will be held like badminton, basketball, races...The students who perform
the most excellently will be chosen to (14)_______in the interschool sports event in
our town.
(15)_______you have any question, please contact me via email:
Question 13 A. interested B. are interested C. have interested D. interesting
Question 14 A. compete B. contest C. test D. take
Question 15 A. Should B.Had C. Were D. Do
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the
sentences to make a meaningful paragraph/letter in each of the following questions. Question
16:
a. On the contrary, schools in the city typically offer lower-quality education and it can be
challenging to find extracurricular activities.
b. Additionally, they are able to play outside without being concerned about their safety as when
they are in the city, where they are kept inside and driven towards using smartphones and
computers.
c. As a result, children can learn to protect the environment and live without modern
conveniences.
d. Firstly, the countryside allows children to be in touch with nature, taking care of animals and
helping with gardening.
e. Some individuals believe that raising children in the country is an ideal option.
A. a- b- c- d-e B. e- d- c- b- a C. e- d- b- c- a D. e- d- b- c- a
Question 17:
a. I heard about this opportunity in a public announcement last Monday.
b. I am interested in your community development projects because I really care about the life
of people in the community and want to offer my services to you.
c. I am writing to apply for a volunteer position at the local center for community development.
d. Currently, all my Sunday afternoons are free, and I will be able to help at the center if I am
chosen.
e. I look forward to hearing from you.
f. I am always available for an interview on any weekday after 4.30 p.m. or at weekends.
A. c-b-a-d-e B. c-a-b-d-f-e C. b-a-c-d-f-e D. b-c-f-d-a-e
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each
of the numbered blanks from 18 to 23.
(18)_______in the way people's lives are affected by IT. Twenty years ago, few people
had access to a computer while today most people use them at work, home or school and use of e-
mail and the Internet is an everyday event.
(19)_______., E-mail makes communication much easier and more immediate. This has
numerous benefits for business, commerce, and education. The World Wide Web means that
information on every conceivable subject is now available to us. Clearly, for many people this
has (20)________and more convenient.
However, not all the effects of the new technology have been beneficial. Many people
feel that the widespread use of e-mail is destroying traditional forms of communication such as
letter writing, telephone and face-to-face conversation. With ever increasing use of information
technology (21)________are likely to increase in the future.
In addition, the huge size of the Web means it is almost impossible to control and
regulate. This has led to (22)____________. Yet perhaps the biggest threat to IT in years to come
will be the computer virus -more sophisticated or more destructive strains are almost inevitable.
In conclusion, developments in IT have brought many benefits, yet I believe (23)_________
in the future are likely to produce many negative effects that will need to be addressed very
carefully.
Question 18:
A. The last two decades have seen enormous changes
B. Many enormous changes were seen in the last two decades
C. People saw enormous changes in the last two decades
D. In the last two decades, we had to experience enormous changes
Question 19:
A. A lot of advantages we have received so far
B. People have received so many breakthroughs so far
C. These developments have brought many benefits to our lives
D. Many benefits are being brought for our lives
Question 20:
A. made much easier life B. made life much easier
C. to make life much easier D. to make much easier life
Question 21:
A. these negative elements B. those negative elements
C. that negative elements D. this negative elements
Question 22:
A. many concerns that children accessing unsuitable websites
B. regarding many concerns children accessing unsuitable websites
C. many concerns regarding children accessing unsuitable websites
D. accessing unsuitable websites of many concerns regarding children
Question 23:
A. the new technology development
B. relating to new technological developments
C. to new technological developments
D. developments relating to new technology
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate
the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 24 to 28.
Ever since it was first possible to make a real robot, people have been hoping for the
invention of a machine (24)________would do all the necessary jobs around the house. If boring
and repetitive factory work could be (25)___________by robots, why not boring and repetitive
household chores too?
For a long time the only people who really gave the problem their attention were amateur
inventors. And they came up against a major difficulty. That is, housework is actually very'
complex. It has never been one job, it has always been many. A factory robot one task carries out
endlessly until it is reprogrammed to do something else. It doesn't run the whole factory. A
housework robot, on the other hand, has to do (26)___________ different types of cleaning and
carrying jobs and also has to cope with all the different shapes and positions of rooms, furniture,
ornaments, cats and dogs. (27)________, there have been some developments recently. Sensors
are available to help the robot locate objects and avoid obstacles. We have the technology to
produce the hardware. All that is missing the software- the programs that will (28)___________the
machine.
(Adapted from Cambridge English Compact Advanced)
Question 24: A. that B. what C. where D. when
Question 25: A. given B. prepared C. managed D. succeeded
Question 26: A. each B. little C. some D. much
Question 27: A. However B. Moreover C. Therefore D. Besides
Question 28: A. perform B. enforce C. work D. operate
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to
indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 29 to 33.
Have you ever felt that there aren't enough hours in the day? These days we have to do our
jobs, look after our homes, save energy to help the environment, and do exercise to stay healthy!
Like many of us, Alex Gadsden never had enough time. He ran a business and a home and needed
to lose weight. So he decided to do something about it. He invented the cycle washer. The 29-year-
old now starts each day with a 45-minute cycle ride. He not only feels healthier but he saves on his
energy bills and does the washing too.
He said, "It gives the user a good workout. I've only used it for two weeks but I've already
noticed a difference." "I tend to get up at around six-thirty now and get straight on the cycle
washer. I keep it in the garden, so it's nice to get out in the fresh air. Afterwards, I feel full of
energy. Then I generally have breakfast and a shower and I really feel ready to start the day." The
green washing machine uses 25 litres of water a wash, and takes enough clothes to fill a carrier
bag. He normally cycles for 25 minutes to wash the clothes, and then for another 20 minutes to dry
them. And it doesn't use any electricity, of course. Mr Gadsden, the boss of a cleaning company,
believes his machine could become very popular. With an invention which cleans your clothes,
keeps you fit and reduces your electricity bill, he may well be right.

Question 29: What is the passage mainly about?

A. The importance of daily exercise B. Ways to do the washing properly

C. Cycling makes you healthierD. A fascinating invention

Question 30: The word "ran" in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to .

A. moved B. allowed C. managed D. changed

Question 31: According to paragraph 1, what does Alex Gadsden achieve with the invention
 of the cycle washer?

A. His electricity bills are reduced.

B. He puts on weight.

C. He helps his wife with the washing-up.

D. He becomes more involved in recycling.

Question 32: The word "it" in paragraph 2 refers to

A. difference B. the cycle washer C. the fresh air D. workout

Question 33: Which of the following is NOT true, according to the passage?

A. Alex Gadsden is positive about the success of the cycle washer.

B. The cycle washer can help you to remain strong and healthy.

C. It doesn't require any electricity to run the cycle washer.

D. Alex's machine isn't effective in terms of cleaning the clothes.

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to
indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 34 to 40.

Los Angeles dancer, Brian Perez, was eating out with his friends one evening when suddenly
everyone went quiet. To his horror, he saw that the peason for this was that people were checking
their phones. Realising he had to do something to stop this, Brian made a rather daring suggestion.
What if they all put their gadgets in a pile in the middle of the table until they had finished the
meal? If anyone picked up their phone, that person would have to pay the whole bill. And so, it is
said, the game of 'phone stacking' was born. The necessity for action like this highlights a major
problem in today's society: our inability to disconnect from technology. But while Brian's idea
deals with the obsession in a social context, measures also need to be taken at home. Some people
drop their smartphones into a box the moment they arrive home, which gives them the chance to
interact with the people they live with. The fact that the phone cannot be heard - it is on silent -
nor seen - the flashing lights are hidden by the box - means that they are no longer tempted to use
it. A less drastic solution is to baa electronic devices at certain times of day when the whole family
is likely to be together, for example at meal times. This can be hard for everyone, from teenagers
desperate lo text friends to parents unable to switch off from work. On a normal day, however,
dinner takes less than an hour, and the benefits of exchanging opinions and anecdotes with the rest
of the family certainly makes up for the time spent offline. Taking a break from technology is one
thing, but knowing when to turn off a device is another. Time seems to stand still in the virtual
world, and before you know it, you find that it is three o'clock in the morning. This is where a
digital curfew comes in handy, a set time when all devices must be put away. Evenings without
technology are usually nice and peaceful and make a more agreeable end to the day. And then it's
time for bed. One of the best ways of ensuring you can sleep at night is to ban electronic devices
altogether from the bedroom. Lying next to a machine bursting with information is far from
relaxing, and the sounds it emits during the night can easily wake you up. With technology out of
the room, a line has been drawn between daytime and sleep time, which enables us to switch off
ourselves and drift off to sleep.
Question 34: Which best senses as the title for the passage?
 A. Dependence on Technology: Time for Change!

B. Getting Rid of Your Mobiles: For Better or Worse?

C. Shocking News: Technology Shapes Our Mind!

D. Addiction to Technology: Storm in a Teacup

Question 35: According to paragraph 1, Brian Perez was shocked to find that .

A. people were willing to remove all their gadgets

B. the prices for food were too expensive

C. people were glued to their phones

D. everyone seemed quiet by nature

Question 36: The word "highlights" in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to .

A. tackles B. expects C. proposes D. emphasizes

Question 37: The word"it" in paragraph 2 refers to .

A. fact B. phone C. light D. box

Question 38: The word "ban" in paragraph 3 is opposite in meaning to .

A. allow B. forbid C. prohibit D. prevent

Question 39: Which of the following statements is (rue, according to the passage?

A. People choose not to use their phones at home so that they can talk to other
members.

B. Meal times are the most suitable for the whole family to use phones together.

C. Teenagers can find it easier to turn off their phones compared to their parents.

D. Brian's idea is not new in terms of making people less dependent on technology.

Question 40: Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?

A. Having a conversation at dinner definitely strengthens the bonds among family

members.

B. Using electronic gadgets at bedtime is likely to deprive yourself of having a good

sleep.

C. People are more pleasant to talk with when they use technology in the evenings.

D. The line between daytime and sleep time has become increasingly blurred.