ĐỀ THI THỬ THPT QUỐC GIA SỐ 4

(Thời gian làm bài: 90 phút)

Mark the letter A, B, C, D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that is
CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part
Question 1: The soil must be kept damp at all times or the plant will die
A. bright B. arid C. sober D. moist
Question 2: It is obvious that Shawn is in love with her
A. cynical B. doubtful C. evident D. obscure
Mark the letter A, B, C, D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to
each of the following questions
Question 3: It doesn’t matter ____ Sue tried , she still can’t pass the driving test
A. how far B. how hard C. _____ D. how good
Question 4: It’s sometimes tiring to live ___ the expectations of your loved ones
A. up to B. far away C. according to D. above
Question 5: They had hardly arrived at the airport ____ Glenda realized that she left her
passport at home
A. soon B. but C. when D. then
Question 6: George won 5 gold medals at the competition. His parents ____ very proud
of him
A. can’t be B. can’t have
C. must have been D. could have been
Question 7: Being too tired after a long hard working day, the secretarial staff ____ to
work after hours
A. refused B. admitted C. agreed D. denied
Question 8: ____ of patience, no one can beat Allison
A. Regardless B. In terms C. In spite D. In front
Question 9: “It’s high time the children ____ to bed”
A. should go B. go C. went D. would rather go
Question 10: Bob has left home and is independent ___ his parents
A. on B. of C. with D. in
Question 11: The last man _____ the office is always Mr. Smith
A. left B. to be leaving C. to leave D. leaves
Question 12: If you don’t know when that important football match takes place, look it
___ in the World Cup timetable
A. into B. out C. up D. after
Question 13: “Can you ____ me a favor, Bill?” Peter said
A. put B. do C. make D. get
 Question 14: “Didn’t you go to the cinema last night?” “____”
A. Yes, I lost the ticket B. No. It was too cold to go out
C. Ok. That was a good idea D. Yes, I stayed at home
Question 15: He managed to keep his job ____ the manager had threatened to sack him
A. despite B. although C. therefore D. unless
Question 16: You should make a(n) ____ to overcome this problem
A. impression B. effort C. trial D. apology
Question 17: All of us won’t go camping ____ the weather stays fine
A. unless B. so C. but D. however
Question 18: Don’t touch that wire or you ill get an electric _____
A. fire B. shock C. current D. charge
Question 19: That pipe ____ for ages-we must get it mended
A. has been leaking B. is leaking
C. leaks D. had been leaking
th
Question 20: “Today is my 18 birthday” “______”
A. Many happy returns! B. I don’t understand
C. Take care D. Have a good time
Question 21: Julie bought herself a complete new ____ for winter
A. wear B. cloth C. clothing D. outfit
Question 22: I was so tired that I ____ had to take a nap
A. quite B. utterly C. simply D. by no means
Question 23: Don’t you think it was rather ____ of you not to let us know that you
weren’t coming?
A. mean B. unkind C. unsympathetic D. thoughtless
Question 24: “You have a good voice” “_____”
A. I appreciate it B. You’ve done a good job
C. Well done D. Yes, of course
Question 25: His business tactics outraged the ___ of the UK establishment
A. stiffs B. hardness C. solidity D. stability
Question 26: Many wheat farmers have begun to ____ into other forms of agriculture
A. vary B. diverge C. diversify D. move away
Question 27: Alcohol abuse is a problem that can lead to ill health, loss of employment
and ____
A. breaking up one’s family B. one’s family can break up
C. the family is broken up D. the break-up of one’s family
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, D on your answer sheet to
indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 28-37
 According to airline industry statistics, almost 90% of airline accidents are survivable or
partially survivable. But passengers can increase their chances of survival by learning and
following certain tips. Experts say that you should read and listen to safety instructions before
take-off and ask questions if you have uncertainties. You should fasten your seat belt low on
your hips and as tightly as possible. Of course, you should also know how the release mechanism
of your belt operates. During take-offs and landings, you are advised to keep your feed flat on
the floor. Before take-off you should locate the nearest exit and an alternative exit and count the
rows of seats between you and the exits so that you can find them in the dark if necessary
In the event that you are forewarned of a possible accident, you should put your hands on
your ankles and keep your head down until the plane comes to a complete stop. If smoke is
present in the cabin, you should keep your head low and cover your face with napkin, towels or
clothing. If possible, wet these for added protection against smoke inhalation. To evacuate as
quickly as possible, follow crew commands and do not take personal belongings with you. Do
not jump on escape slides before they’re fully inflated, and when you jump, do so with your
arms and legs extended in front of you. When you get to the ground, you should move away
from the plane as quickly as possible, and never smoke near the wreckage
Question 28: What is the main topic of the passage?
A. Airline industry accident statistics
B. Procedures for evacuating aircraft
C. Guidelines for increasing aircraft passenger survival
D. Safety instruction in air travel
Question 29: Travelers are urged by experts to read and listen to safety instructions
_____
A. in an emergency B. before locating the exits
C. if smoke is in the cabin D. before take-off
Question 30: According to the passage, when should you keep your feet flat on the floor?
A. throughout the flight B. during take-offs and landings
C. especially during landings D. only if an accident is possible
Question 31: According to the passage, which exits should an airline passenger locate
before take-off”
A. The ones that can be found in the dark
B. The two closest to the passenger’s seat
C. The nearest one
D. The ones with counted rows of seats between them
Question 32: The word “them” in the last line of the first paragraph refers to ___
A. rows B. feet C. seats D. exits
 Question 33: It can be inferred from the passage that people are more likely to survive
fires in aircraft if they ____
A. keep their heads low
B. war a safety belt
C. don’t smoke in or near a plane
D. read airline safety statistics
Question 34: Airline passengers are advised to do all of the following EXCEPT ____
A. locate the nearest exits
B. ask questions about safety
C. fasten their seat belts before take-off
D. carry personal belongings in an emergency
Question 35: The word “evacuate” in the second paragraph is closest in meaning to
____
A. evade B. vacate C. escape D. maintain
Question 36: The word “inflated” in the second paragraph is closest in meaning to ___
A. lifted B. expanded C. increased D. assembled
Question 37: Where does the author mention what to do if you don’t understand the
instructions?
A. Experts say ………… uncertainties
B. According to airline industry ………… on the floor
C. In the event that ………….. a complete stop
D. To evacuate ………….. with you
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, D on your answer sheet to
indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 38-47
Franklin D. Roosevelt, the 32nd President of the United States, was from a wealthy well-
known family. As a child, he attended private school, had private tutors, and traveled with his
parents to Europe. He attended Harvard University, and afterward studied law. At age 39,
Roosevelt suddenly developed polio, a disease that left him without the full use of his legs for the
rest of his life. Even though the worst of his illness, however, he continued his life in politics. In
1942 he appeared at the Democratic National Convention to nominate Al Smith for president,
and eight years after that he himself was nominated for the same office. Roosevelt was elected to
the presidency during the Great Depression of the 1930s, at a time when more than 5,000 banks
had failed and thousands of people were out of work. Roosevelt took action. First he declared a
bank holiday that closed all the banks so no more could fail; then he reopened the banks little by
little with government support. Roosevelt believed in using the full power of government to help
what he called the “forgotten people”. And it was these workers, the wage earners, who felt the
strongest affection toward Roosevelt. There were others, however, who felt that Roosevelt’s
policies were destroying the American system of government, and they opposed him in the same
intense way that others admired him
In 1940 the Democrats nominated Roosevelt for an unprecedented third term. No
president in American history had ever served three terms, but Roosevelt felt an obligation not to
quit while the United States’ entry into World War II was looming in the future. He accepted the
nomination and went on to an easy victory
Question 38: What does the passage mainly discuss?
A. political aspects of Roosevelt’s life
B. problems during the Great Depression
C. Roosevelt’s upbringing
D. criticisms of Roosevelt’s action
Question 39: Which on of the following statements is NOT mentioned in the passage?
A. Roosevelt was elected during the Great Depression
B. Roosevelt voted for Al Smith
C. Roosevelt had difficulty walking during his presidency
D. Roosevelt supported strong government powers
Question 40: The phrase “took action” in the first paragraph is used to illustrate the idea
that Roosevelt _______
A. performed admirably B. exerted himself physically
C. responded immediately D. got assistance
Question 41: As used in the passage, the phrase “little by little” means that Roosevelt
____
A. opened the smaller banks first
B. opened the banks for minimal services
C. opened the banks a few at a time
D. opened the bank for a short time
Question 42: The word “full” in the first paragraph could be best replaced by which of
the following?
A. packed B. loaded C. overflowing D. complete
Question 43: Where in the passage does the author discuss Roosevelt’s response to the
Great Depression?
A. Franklin D. Roosevelt … for the rest of his life
B. Even though the worst ….. for the same office
C. Roosevelt was elected ……. The “forgotten people”
D. And it was these ……. Others admired him
Question 44: The word “affection” could be best replaced by which of the following?
A. fascination B. fondness C. lure D. appeal
 Question 45: The word “unprecedented” in the second paragraph could be best
replaced by which of the following?
A. unimportant B. unheard of C. unjustified D. unhampered
Question 46: It can be inferred from the passage that the people who liked Roosevelt
best were ________
A. poor people B. bankers C. rich people D. average workers
Question 47: In the second paragraph, the author uses the word “looming” to indicate a
feeling of _____
A. reservation B. determination C. regret D. threat
Mark the letter A, B, C, D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs
from the rest in the position of the main stress in each of the following questions
Question 48:
A. important B. informal C. intention D. impolite
Question 49:
A. demand B. desert C. decide D. defend
Mark the letter A, B, C, D to show the underlined part that needs correction
Question 50: The student realized with disappointment that he had learned new nothing
in the lecture
A. with B. that C. new nothing D. in
Question 51: Mrs. Steven, along with her cousins from New Mexico, are planning to
attend the festivities
A. with B. her cousins from C. are D. to attend
Question 52: The lion has long been a symbol of strength, power, and it is very cruel
A. The B. long C. a D. it is very cruel
Question 53: Although business practices have been applied successfully to agriculture,
farming is different other industries
A. applied B. successfully C. farming D. different
Question 54: The function of pain is to warn the individual of danger so he can take
action to avoid more serious damage
A. to warn B. so C. he D. serious
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, D on your answer sheet to
indicate the correct word (s) for each of the blanks from 55-64
All men should study, we have to study to (55) _____ our knowledge and develop our
intelligence. An uneducated man can only utilize his (56)____ strength to work and live. An
educated man, (57)____ this strength, still has the faculty of his intelligent brain and good
inflection. This intelligence and thought enable him to help his physical strength to act more
quickly (58)_____ cleverly
 In a same profession or work, the educated man differs (59)_____ the uneducated
considerably. Therefore, intellectual workers have to study, this is a matter of course but
(60)____ workers must also (61)_____ an education
In civilized countries compulsory education has been applied. (62)_____ must spend
seven or eight years studying. From ploughmen to laborers in these (63)_____, no one is
(64)____ to read a book or a paper fluently
Question 55:
A. wide B. widely C. widen D. broad
Question 56:
A. body B. bodily C. power D. brain
Question 57:
A. with B. without C. no D. none
Question 58:
A. and B. but C. yet D. or
Question 59:
A. than B. with C. from D. apart
Question 60:
A. simple B. easy C. hard D. manual
Question 61:
A. learn B. study C. acquire D. know
Question 62:
A. Man B. One C. Human D. Mankind
Question 63:
A. parts B. regions C. fields D. nations
Question 64:
A. able B. unable C. not D. never
ĐỀ THI THỬ THPT QUỐC GIA SỐ 4 – ĐÁP ÁN
(Thời gian làm bài: 90 phút)
Mark the letter A, B, C, D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that is
CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part
Question 1: The soil must be kept damp at all times or the plant will die
A. bright B. arid C. sober D. moist
Question 2: It is obvious that Shawn is in love with her
A. cynical B. doubtful C. evident D. obscure
Mark the letter A, B, C, D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to
each of the following questions
Question 3: It doesn’t matter ____ Sue tried , she still can’t pass the driving test
A. how far B. how hard C. _____ D. how good
Question 4: It’s sometimes tiring to live ___ the expectations of your loved ones
A. up to B. far away C. according to D. above
Question 5: They had hardly arrived at the airport ____ Glenda realized that she left her
passport at home
A. soon B. but C. when D. then
Question 6: George won 5 gold medals at the competition. His parents ____ very proud
of him
A. can’t be B. can’t have
C. must have been D. could have been
Question 7: Being too tired after a long hard working day, the secretarial staff ____ to
work after hours
A. refused B. admitted C. agreed D. denied
Question 8: ____ of patience, no one can beat Allison
A. Regardless B. In terms C. In spite D. In front
Question 9: “It’s high time the children ____ to bed”
A. should go B. go C. went D. would rather go
Question 10: Bob has left home and is independent ___ his parents
A. on B. of C. with D. in
Question 11: The last man _____ the office is always Mr. Smith
A. left B. to be leaving C. to leave D. leaves
Question 12: If you don’t know when that important football match takes place, look it
___ in the World Cup timetable
A. into B. out C. up D. after
Question 13: “Can you ____ me a favor, Bill?” Peter said
A. put B. do C. make D. get
 Question 14: “Didn’t you go to the cinema last night?” “____”
A. Yes, I lost the ticket B. No. It was too cold to go out
C. Ok. That was a good idea D. Yes, I stayed at home
Question 15: He managed to keep his job ____ the manager had threatened to sack him
A. despite B. although C. therefore D. unless
Question 16: You should make a(n) ____ to overcome this problem
A. impression B. effort C. trial D. apology
Question 17: All of us won’t go camping ____ the weather stays fine
A. unless B. so C. but D. however
Question 18: Don’t touch that wire or you ill get an electric _____
A. fire B. shock C. current D. charge
Question 19: That pipe ____ for ages-we must get it mended
A. has been leaking B. is leaking
C. leaks D. had been leaking
th
Question 20: “Today is my 18 birthday” “______”
A. Many happy returns! B. I don’t understand
C. Take care D. Have a good time
Question 21: Julie bought herself a complete new ____ for winter
A. wear B. cloth C. clothing D. outfit
Question 22: I was so tired that I ____ had to take a nap
A. quite B. utterly C. simply D. by no means
Question 23: Don’t you think it was rather ____ of you not to let us know that you
weren’t coming?
A. mean B. unkind C. unsympathetic D. thoughtless
Question 24: “You have a good voice” “_____”
A. I appreciate it B. You’ve done a good job
C. Well done D. Yes, of course
Question 25: His business tactics outraged the ___ of the UK establishment
A. stiffs B. hardness C. solidity D. stability
Question 26: Many wheat farmers have begun to ____ into other forms of agriculture
A. vary B. diverge C. diversify D. move away
Question 27: Alcohol abuse is a problem that can lead to ill health, loss of employment
and ____
A. breaking up one’s family B. one’s family can break up
C. the family is broken up D. the break-up of one’s family
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, D on your answer sheet to
indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 28-37
 According to airline industry statistics, almost 90% of airline accidents are survivable or
partially survivable. But passengers can increase their chances of survival by learning and
following certain tips. Experts say that you should read and listen to safety instructions before
take-off and ask questions if you have uncertainties. You should fasten your seat belt low on
your hips and as tightly as possible. Of course, you should also know how the release mechanism
of your belt operates. During take-offs and landings, you are advised to keep your feed flat on
the floor. Before take-off you should locate the nearest exit and an alternative exit and count the
rows of seats between you and the exits so that you can find them in the dark if necessary
In the event that you are forewarned of a possible accident, you should put your hands on
your ankles and keep your head down until the plane comes to a complete stop. If smoke is
present in the cabin, you should keep your head low and cover your face with napkin, towels or
clothing. If possible, wet these for added protection against smoke inhalation. To evacuate as
quickly as possible, follow crew commands and do not take personal belongings with you. Do
not jump on escape slides before they’re fully inflated, and when you jump, do so with your
arms and legs extended in front of you. When you get to the ground, you should move away
from the plane as quickly as possible, and never smoke near the wreckage
Question 28: What is the main topic of the passage?
A. Airline industry accident statistics
B. Procedures for evacuating aircraft
C. Guidelines for increasing aircraft passenger survival
D. Safety instruction in air travel
Question 29: Travelers are urged by experts to read and listen to safety instructions
_____
A. in an emergency B. before locating the exits
C. if smoke is in the cabin D. before take-off
Question 30: According to the passage, when should you keep your feet flat on the floor?
A. throughout the flight B. during take-offs and landings
C. especially during landings D. only if an accident is possible
Question 31: According to the passage, which exits should an airline passenger locate
before take-off”
A. The ones that can be found in the dark
B. The two closest to the passenger’s seat
C. The nearest one
D. The ones with counted rows of seats between them
Question 32: The word “them” in the last line of the first paragraph refers to ___
A. rows B. feet C. seats D. exits
 Question 33: It can be inferred from the passage that people are more likely to survive
fires in aircraft if they ____
A. keep their heads low
B. war a safety belt
C. don’t smoke in or near a plane
D. read airline safety statistics
Question 34: Airline passengers are advised to do all of the following EXCEPT ____
A. locate the nearest exits
B. ask questions about safety
C. fasten their seat belts before take-off
D. carry personal belongings in an emergency
Question 35: The word “evacuate” in the second paragraph is closest in meaning to
____
A. evade B. vacate C. escape D. maintain
Question 36: The word “inflated” in the second paragraph is closest in meaning to ___
A. lifted B. expanded C. increased D. assembled
Question 37: Where does the author mention what to do if you don’t understand the
instructions?
A. Experts say ………… uncertainties
B. According to airline industry ………… on the floor
C. In the event that ………….. a complete stop
D. To evacuate ………….. with you
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, D on your answer sheet to
indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 38-47
Franklin D. Roosevelt, the 32nd President of the United States, was from a wealthy well-
known family. As a child, he attended private school, had private tutors, and traveled with his
parents to Europe. He attended Harvard University, and afterward studied law. At age 39,
Roosevelt suddenly developed polio, a disease that left him without the full use of his legs for the
rest of his life. Even though the worst of his illness, however, he continued his life in politics. In
1942 he appeared at the Democratic National Convention to nominate Al Smith for president,
and eight years after that he himself was nominated for the same office. Roosevelt was elected to
the presidency during the Great Depression of the 1930s, at a time when more than 5,000 banks
had failed and thousands of people were out of work. Roosevelt took action. First he declared a
bank holiday that closed all the banks so no more could fail; then he reopened the banks little by
little with government support. Roosevelt believed in using the full power of government to help
what he called the “forgotten people”. And it was these workers, the wage earners, who felt the
strongest affection toward Roosevelt. There were others, however, who felt that Roosevelt’s
policies were destroying the American system of government, and they opposed him in the same
intense way that others admired him
In 1940 the Democrats nominated Roosevelt for an unprecedented third term. No
president in American history had ever served three terms, but Roosevelt felt an obligation not to
quit while the United States’ entry into World War II was looming in the future. He accepted the
nomination and went on to an easy victory
Question 38: What does the passage mainly discuss?
A. political aspects of Roosevelt’s life
B. problems during the Great Depression
C. Roosevelt’s upbringing
D. criticisms of Roosevelt’s action
Question 39: Which on of the following statements is NOT mentioned in the passage?
A. Roosevelt was elected during the Great Depression
B. Roosevelt voted for Al Smith
C. Roosevelt had difficulty walking during his presidency
D. Roosevelt supported strong government powers
Question 40: The phrase “took action” in the first paragraph is used to illustrate the idea
that Roosevelt _______
A. performed admirably B. exerted himself physically
C. responded immediately D. got assistance
Question 41: As used in the passage, the phrase “little by little” means that Roosevelt
____
A. opened the smaller banks first
B. opened the banks for minimal services
C. opened the banks a few at a time
D. opened the bank for a short time
Question 42: The word “full” in the first paragraph could be best replaced by which of
the following?
A. packed B. loaded C. overflowing D. complete
Question 43: Where in the passage does the author discuss Roosevelt’s response to the
Great Depression?
A. Franklin D. Roosevelt … for the rest of his life
B. Even though the worst ….. for the same office
C. Roosevelt was elected ……. The “forgotten people”
D. And it was these ……. Others admired him
Question 44: The word “affection” could be best replaced by which of the following?
A. fascination B. fondness C. lure D. appeal
 Question 45: The word “unprecedented” in the second paragraph could be best
replaced by which of the following?
A. unimportant B. unheard of C. unjustified D. unhampered
Question 46: It can be inferred from the passage that the people who liked Roosevelt
best were ________
A. poor people B. bankers C. rich people D. average workers
Question 47: In the second paragraph, the author uses the word “looming” to indicate a
feeling of _____
A. reservation B. determination C. regret D. threat
Mark the letter A, B, C, D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs
from the rest in the position of the main stress in each of the following questions
Question 48:
A. important B. informal C. intention D. impolite
Question 49:
A. demand B. desert C. decide D. defend
Mark the letter A, B, C, D to show the underlined part that needs correction
Question 50: The student realized with disappointment that he had learned new nothing
in the lecture
A. with B. that C. new nothing D. in
Question 51: Mrs. Steven, along with her cousins from New Mexico, are planning to
attend the festivities
A. with B. her cousins from C. are D. to attend
Question 52: The lion has long been a symbol of strength, power, and it is very cruel
A. The B. long C. a D. it is very cruel
Question 53: Although business practices have been applied successfully to agriculture,
farming is different other industries
A. applied B. successfully C. farming D. different
Question 54: The function of pain is to warn the individual of danger so he can take
action to avoid more serious damage
A. to warn B. so C. he D. serious
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, D on your answer sheet to
indicate the correct word (s) for each of the blanks from 55-64
All men should study, we have to study to (55) _____ our knowledge and develop our
intelligence. An uneducated man can only utilize his (56)____ strength to work and live. An
educated man, (57)____ this strength, still has the faculty of his intelligent brain and good
inflection. This intelligence and thought enable him to help his physical strength to act more
quickly (58)_____ cleverly
 In a same profession or work, the educated man differs (59)_____ the uneducated
considerably. Therefore, intellectual workers have to study, this is a matter of course but
(60)____ workers must also (61)_____ an education
In civilized countries compulsory education has been applied. (62)_____ must spend
seven or eight years studying. From ploughmen to laborers in these (63)_____, no one is
(64)____ to read a book or a paper fluently
Question 55:
A. wide B. widely C. widen D. broad
Question 56:
A. body B. bodily C. power D. brain
Question 57:
A. with B. without C. no D. none
Question 58:
A. and B. but C. yet D. or
Question 59:
A. than B. with C. from D. apart
Question 60:
A. simple B. easy C. hard D. manual
Question 61:
A. learn B. study C. acquire D. know
Question 62:
A. Man B. One C. Human D. Mankind
Question 63:
A. parts B. regions C. fields D. nations
Question 64:
A. able B. unable C. not D. never