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Read the following passage and choose the correct answer for each gap.
I surf the Internet every day, but I’ve never (1) more than an hour at a time online. I’ve got a laptop and also a smartphone, so I can (2) the Internet anywhere. Today, for instance, I’ve been (3) three times.
Mainly I just (4) my friends. I read online magazines and I look (5) information, too. I also compare prices of things, (6) I’ve never bought anything online because I don’t think it’s safe.
I’m not an Internet addict, but some of my friends (7) . One friend of mine always looks (8) because he spends all night online. Although he’s got a lot of bad marks for the exams, he hasn’t (9) his habits.
In my experience, it’s very useful for people who use the Internet (10) .
I surf the Internet every day, but I’ve never (1) more than an hour at a time online
spend
spending
spent
I’ve got a laptop and also a smartphone, so I can (2) the Internet anywhere
have
use
play
Today, for instance, I’ve been (3) three times.
online
Internet
computer
Mainly I just (4) my friends.
write
send
I read online magazines and I look (5) information, too. I also compare prices of things, (6) I’ve never bought anything online because I don’t think it’s safe.
at
in
for
wastes
I read online magazines and I look (5) information, too. I also compare prices of things, (6) I’ve never bought anything online because I don’t think it’s safe.
because
but
although
I’m not an Internet addict, but some of my friends (7) .
is
were
are
One friend of mine always looks (8) because he spends all night online.
tired
hard
happily
Although he’s got a lot of bad marks for the exams, he hasn’t (9) his habits.
change
to change
changed
In my experience, it’s very useful for people who use the Internet (10) .
sensible
sensibly
sensibleness
like as
Read the following passage and choose the best answer A, B, C or D.
Sydney is Australia’s most exciting city. The history of Australia begins here. In 1788 Captain Arthur Philips arrived in Sydney with 11 ships and 1624 passengers from Britain (including 770 prisoners). Today there are about 3.6 million people in Sydney. It is the biggest city in Australia, the busiest port in the South Pacific and one of the most beautiful cities in the world. In Sydney, the buildings are higher, the colors are brighter and the nightlife is more exciting. There are over 20 excellent beaches close to Sydney and its warm climate and cool winter have made it a favorite city for immigrants from overseas. There are two things that make Sydney famous: its beautiful harbor, the Sydney Harbor Bridge, which was built in 1932 and the Sydney Opera House, which was opened in 1973.
1. Where did Captain Arthur Philips arrive in 1788?
South Pacific
Sydney Harbor
Britain
Sydney
Which of the following should be the title of the reading passage?
Sydney’s Opera House
The history of Sydney
Sydneys beaches and harbors
An introduction of Sydney
Which of the following statements is NOT true about Sydney?
Sydney is not a favorite city for immigrants from overseas.
Sydney is one of the most beautiful cities in the world.
Sydney is the most exciting city in Australia.
Sydney is the biggest port in the South Pacific
How many beaches are there close to Sydney?
11 beaches
over 20 beaches
nearly 20 beaches
770 beaches
When was the Sydney Harbor Bridge built?
1788
1973
1932
1625
Choose the item among A, B, C or D that best answers the question aboutthe passage.
Living in the country is something that people from the city often dream about.However, in reality, it has both advantages and disadvantages.
There are certainly many advantages of living in the country. First, you can enjoy peace and quietness. Moreover, people tend to be friendlier. A further advantage is that there is less traffic, so it is safer for young children.
However, there are certain disadvantages or drawbacks to life outside the city. First, because there are fewer people, you are likely to have few friends. In addition, entertainment is difficult to find, particularly in the evening. Furthermore, the fact that there are fewer shops and services so it is quite hard to find jobs. As a result, you may have to travel a long way to work, which can be extremely expensive.
In conclusion, it can be seen that the country is more suitable for some people than others. On the whole, it is often the best place for those who are retired or who have young children. In contrast, young or single people who have a career are better provided for in the city.
1. According to the passage, living in the country has .
both good and bad points
only bad points
only good points
no disadvantages
How many advantages does living in the country have?
Two
Four
Three
No
Living in the country is safer for young children because .
there are few shops
there is less traffic
there are fewerpeople
there arefew services
Which of the following statements is NOT true according to the passage?
The country is only suitable for retired people.
It’s hard to find entertainment in the country.
There are fewer shops and services in the country.
People in the country tend to be friendlier than people in the city.
Having few friends is .
one of drawbacks to life in the country
the only disadvantage of living in the country
one of certain advantages to life outside the city
one of certain drawbacks to life outside the city
Read the following passage and choose the item (A, B, C or D) that best answers each of the questions about it.
HOW TO USE BICYCLE
1.Don’t ride a bicycle which is not the right size for you.
2.Check a bicycle before using it and make sure that the brakes and steering-wheel work properly and the tyres have enough air in them.
3. When riding a bicycle, always use a cycling track at the side of the road when there is one.
4.Don’t ride too fast, especially when going down hills and turning corner.
5.Control the speed of your bicycle with your brakes, but always use them gently.
6.When in a group, always ride in single file.
7.Always keep to the side of the road, do not ride in the middle of the road or weave back and forth on the road.
1. You should ride a bicycle which is .
higher than you are
with high seat
your right size
your favorite
2. Which part of a bicycle is used for changing direction?
The front wheel
The back wheel
The tyres
The steering wheel
3. When is the most dangerous to ride fast?
When riding along the roads
When turning corner
When going down hills
B and C are right
4. Which part of a bicycle do you use to control the speed?
The brake
The lights
The chains
None of the above
5. When you are in a hurry you can .
ride in the middle of the road
weave back and forth
ride dangerously
ride in a cycling track quickly
Choose the word or phrase among A, B, C or D that best fits the blank space in the following passage.
COMMUNAL HOUSE (RONG HOUSE)
The Rong House can only be (1) in villages to the north of the CentralHighlands,especially in Gia Lai and Kon Turn provinces. It is a large, imposing,beautifully decorated stilt house built (2) in the middle of the village. It is where community activities (3) , meetings, wedding ceremonies, or playing ceremonies. It is also the place for reception of guests. The Rong house of each ethnic group has its own architectural style, design, and decor. Yet there are shared (4) . In the village, it is often (5) house roofed with yellow-dried thatch leaves and having 8 big wood columns. The rafters are decorated with patterns of bright colour, depicting religious scenes, legendary stories about ancient heroes, stylized animals, and other familiar things of the village life. The most distinction of the decor ofthe Rong House is the (6) of the brilliant God of Sun. The Rong House is a(7) of the culture of Central Highlanders, an age-old and stable culture. The bigger the house, the wealthier the village is. It is a (8) of the whole village.
The Rong House can only be (1) in villages to the north of the CentralHighlands,especially in Gia Lai and Kon Turn provinces.
found
find
to find
finding
It is a large, imposing,beautifully decorated stilt house built (2) in the middle of the village.
on
in
at
under
It is where community activities (3) , meetings, wedding ceremonies, or playing ceremonies
happens
take on
take place
occurs
The Rong house of each ethnic group has its own architectural style, design, and decor. Yet there are shared (4)
features
cultures
customs
designs
In the village, it is often (5) house roofed with yellow-dried thatch leaves and having 8 big wood columns.
a big
a bigger
biggest
the biggest
The most distinction of the decor ofthe Rong House is the (6) of the brilliant God of Sun.
portrait
photo
image
painting
The Rong House is a(7) of the culture of Central Highlanders, an age-old and stable culture.
signal
sign
symbol
scene
It is a (8) of the whole village.
design
pride
proud
respect
Read the following passage and choose the item (A, B, C or D) that best answers each of the questions about it.
Hi! My name is John. I live in Liverpool. Liverpool is a large city in the north of England. I live with my parents, my two brothers and my sister. We live in a large house.
In our house, there is a big kitchen, a dining room, a large living room, and a toilet. There is also a separate room for our washing machine and freezer. Upstairs there are five bedrooms, two bathrooms, and another toilet. Outside, there is a large garden. There are two garages.
1. Where does John live?
In England
In Wales
In Scotland
In France
2. How many people are there in John’s family?
4
5
6
7
3. How many rooms are there in John’s house?
10
11
13
14
4. Dining room is the room in a house where you .
usually relax in comfortable chairs
eat meals
cook food and wash dishes
wash your body
5. Which of the following is not true?
John’s family live in a large house.
John’s house is big but doesn’t have any gardens.
The kitchen in John’s house is big.
John’s house has two garages.
Choose the word (A, B, C, or D) that best fits each of the blank spaces.
Dear Grandma and Grandpa,
Hi! How are you? We’re (1) .
Well, we finally moved! This is a picture (2) the living room of our newhouse. It’s really huge. There are lots of (3) so it’s very sunny. (4) ,we don’t have (5) yet. We (6) a beautiful couch actually, a sofabed. We want (7) an ultra-modern table to put (8) of it. Pleasevisit soon after we get our new couch.
Love,
Sharon and Alex
fine
good
well
all are correct
Well, we finally moved! This is a picture (2) the living room of our newhouse
on
with
about
of
There are lots of (3) so it’s very sunny.
rooms
windows
couches
cushions
(4) ,we don’t have (5) yet.
Of course
For example
Because
Soon
(4) ,we don’t have (5) yet.
much furniture
many furnitures
much furnitures
many furniture
We (6) a beautiful couch actually, a sofabed.
buy
buys
are buying
bought
We want (7) an ultra-modern table to put (8) of it.
get
getting
to get
to getting
We want (7) an ultra-modern table to put (8) of it
beside
behind
in front
next
Read the conversation and choose the correct answer.
Hoa: Hello, Lan.
Lan: Hi, Hoa. You seem (1) ............................
Hoa: I am. I (2) ............................ a letter from my friend Nien today.
Lan: Do I know her?
Hoa: I don’t think so. She was my next - door neighbor (3) ............................ Hue.
Lan: What does she look (4) ............................?
Hoa: Oh. She’s beautiful. Hereis her photograph.
Lan: What a lovely smile! Was she your classmate?
Hoa: Oh, no. She was (5) ............................ to be in my class.
Hi, Hoa. You seem (1) ............................
happy
happily
more happy
more happily
Hoa: I am. I (2) ............................ a letter from my friend Nien today.
receive
received
receives
receiving
Hoa: I don’t think so. She was my next - door neighbor (3) ............................ Hue.
on
at
to
in
Lan: What does she look (4) ............................?
likes
liked
like
to like
Hoa: Oh, no. She was (5) ............................ to be in my class.
old not enough
enough old not
not old enough
not enough old
Read the passage about introducing Vietnamese customs to foreigners, and then choose the best answer A, B, C or D.
The Vietnamese are known to be polite, hospitable and sensitive. They have acasual and friendly (1) . They regard friendship as being very important throughout one’s life. They are always open to visits from friends. Drop-in visits are welcome. The Vietnamese are very (2) to their family.
When they (3) you a gift, the Vietnamese will usually speak lightly about it. Even though it is an expensive gift, they may pretend it is of no great monetary value.
(4) 4,000 years of civilization, the Vietnamese are proud people who like to recite to a myth that they are descendants of an angel and a dragon.
If you happen to be in their homes at meal time, the Vietnamese will probably(5) you to sit down and share whatever food is (6) . Let themknow that you enjoy their food is one way in successfully (7) a betterrelationship with them.
When they invite you to their homes for a meal, celebration, or special occasion,some (8) - usually food, fruits, chocolate or liquors - should be offered to the host’s family.
The Vietnamese are known to be polite, hospitable and sensitive. They have acasual and friendly (1)
tradition
feature
culture
manner
Drop-in visits are welcome. The Vietnamese are very (2) to their family.
closed
closing
close
being closed
When they (3) you a gift, the Vietnamese will usually speak lightly about it
offer
carry
send
sell
(4) 4,000 years of civilization, the Vietnamese are proud people who like to recite to a myth that they are descendants of an angel and a dragon.
Of
With
At
In
If you happen to be in their homes at meal time, the Vietnamese will probably(5) you to sit down and share whatever food is (6) .
take
require
speak
invite
If you happen to be in their homes at meal time, the Vietnamese will probably(5) you to sit down and share whatever food is (6) .
good
present
available
delicious
Let themknow that you enjoy their food is one way in successfully (7) a betterrelationship with them.
setting
building
taking
being
When they invite you to their homes for a meal, celebration, or special occasion,some (8) - usually food, fruits, chocolate or liquors - should be offered to the host’s family.
gifts
invitations
offers
situations
Choose the option that best fits each of the blank spaces.
Tet is a national and (1) festival in Vietnam. It is an occasion for everyVietnamese to be reunited to think (2) their past activities and hope for goodluck (3) the year to come.
Before Tet all houses are white washed and (4) with yellow apricot flowersand colorful lanterns. Everybody is looking (5) to a more favorable life. (6) the New Year’s Eve, children are smartly dressed. They are hoping to (7) money put in small red envelopes as they are wishing longevity to their grandparents and parents. Wrong doings (8) be absolutely avoided on these days.
Tet is a national and (1) festival in Vietnam.
traditional
modern
music
summer
It is an occasion for everyVietnamese to be reunited to think (2) their past activities and hope for goodluck (3) the year to come.
to
about
after
for
It is an occasion for everyVietnamese to be reunited to think (2) their past activities and hope for goodluck (3) the year to come
in
at
on
when
Before Tet all houses are white washed and (4) with yellow apricot flowersand colorful lanterns
decorate
decorates
decorating
decorated
Everybody is looking (5) to a more favorable life.
at
for
after
forward
(6) the New Year’s Eve, children are smartly dressed.
In
At
On
When
They are hoping to (7) money put in small red envelopes as they are wishing longevity to their grandparents and parents.
receive
buy
sell
make
Wrong doings (8) be absolutely avoided on these days.
ought
need
should
have
Choose the option that best fits each of the blank spaces.
Harvest Festival is (1) October. It is a very ancient (2) but it is also a part of the Christian tradition. It (3) new crops and food. Children often bring fruit, vegetables and cereals into school. Schools usually give the food to hospitals or to old people. (4) the past, people sometimes (5) traditional dolls out of corn.
Harvest Festival is (1) October.
in
at
on
from
It is a very ancient (2) but it is also a part of the Christian tradition.
thing
festival
vacation
holiday
It (3) new crops and food
gives
supplies
celebrates
holds
(4) the past, people sometimes (5) traditional dolls out of corn.
In
At
On
Since
(4) the past, people sometimes (5) traditional dolls out of corn.
make
are making
making
made
Read the following passage and choose the best answers to each of the questions below.
Hi! I’m Dean. I’m from England. My favorite time of the year is Christmas, which is on 25thDecember. That’s when Christians celebrate the birth of Christ. In the middle of December we send a lot of cards to our friends and family, here and abroad. Then we get a big tree and decorate it with lights and other things. On Christmas Day, we give each other presents. We have one enormous meal with turkey, and after that, we have Christmas pudding.
1. When is Christmas held?
On 25 December
In the middle of December
In the middle of the year
no information
2. Christmas is held because Christians want to .
have a good time
celebrate the birth of Christ
visit their friends and family
decorate big trees
3. What does the word ‘decorate’ in line 4 mean?
make something look nicer
paint something
make something look worse
buy something
4. On Christmas Day, people .
give each other presents
have an enormous meal with turkey
have Christmas pudding
all answers are correct
5. Which of the following is not true?
Dean is English.
At Christmas, people get big trees and decorate it.
Dean prefers Halloween to Christmas.
In the middle of December, people send a lot of Christmas cards to their friends and family
Choose the word or phrase among A, B, C or D that best fits the blank space in the following passage.
Kate Festival is (1) by the Cham people for 3 days at the beginning ofOctober. This event is held in a large space in the three Champa Towers (Po Nagar, PoKlong Garai and Po Rome). The main purpose of the festival is to (2) theirheroes like Po Klong Garai and Po Rome. (3) , the festival is a chance for thelocal people to relax, to meet and wish one another (4) in the future.
This is one of the biggest and most important events of the Cham people inVietnam. (5) , it is a good opportunity for the visitors to explore the (6)in the Cham culture, from architecture to costumes, instruments andtraditional songs that are used to praise their kings in the past. The Kate festival in each tower starts at the same time on the same day, and the day after, villages andfamilies begin to hold their own rites. During the rite, the people (7) their ancestors and gods with the help of a shaman, and then pray (8) healthand prosperity. The actual festivals (9) after the rites. It is a combination of traditional music and dance, including some activities (10) performancesof Ginang Drum and Saranai Flute or the traditional dance of Cham girls.
Kate Festival is (1) by the Cham people for 3 days at the beginning of October.
organize
being held
hold
organized
The main purpose of the festival is to (2) theirheroes like Po Klong Garai and Po Rome.
see
commemorate
watch
love
(3) , the festival is a chance for thelocal people to relax, to meet and wish one another (4) in the future.
However
Nevertheless
Moreover
Therefore
(3) , the festival is a chance for thelocal people to relax, to meet and wish one another (4) in the future.
fortune
happy
lucky
dream
(5) , it is a good opportunity for the visitors to explore the (6) in the Cham culture, from architecture to costumes, instruments andtraditional songs that are used to praise their kings in the past.
Therefore
However
Because
Although
(5) , it is a good opportunity for the visitors to explore the (6) in the Cham culture, from architecture to costumes, instruments andtraditional songs that are used to praise their kings in the past.
beautiful
charm
beautifully
Charming
During the rite, the people (7) their ancestors and gods with the help of a shaman, and then pray (8) healthand prosperity.
shout
ask
call
speak
During the rite, the people (7) their ancestors and gods with the help of a shaman, and then pray (8) healthand prosperity.
to
about
for
of
The actual festivals (9) after the rites.
take the place
take places
take part
take place
It is a combination of traditional music and dance, including some activities (10) performancesof Ginang Drum and Saranai Flute or the traditional dance of Cham girls
like
so
such
like as
Choose the word or phrase among A, B, C or D that best fits the blank space in the following passage.
Light pollution is not (1) serious as water or air pollution. (2) ,it is the type of pollution that (3) more in cities than in rural areas. In thepast, we could sit out at night and (4) at glittering stars in the sky and light from objects in the outer space. Nowadays, cities are covered with lights from buildings, streets, advertising displays, many of which direct the lights up into thesky and into many unwanted places. The real problem is that it is very (5) to apply light to almost everything at night. Millions of tons of oil and coal (6) to produce the power to light the sky. Eye strain, (7) of visionand stress are what people may get from light pollution. (8) light at nightcan harm our eyes and also harm the hormones that help us to see things properly.
Light pollution is not (1) serious as water or air pollution.
as
more
much
only
(2) ,it is the type of pollution that (3) more in cities than in rural areas.
Moreover
However
Therefore
Nevertheless
(2) ,it is the type of pollution that (3) more in cities than in rural areas.
happen
occur
occurs
is occurred
In thepast, we could sit out at night and (4) at glittering stars in the sky and light from objects in the outer space.
watch
see
spend
gaze
The real problem is that it is very (5) to apply light to almost everything at night.
waste
wasteful
wasting
wastes
Millions of tons of oil and coal (6) to produce the power to light the sky.
used
using
is used
are used
Eye strain, (7) of visionand stress are what people may get from light pollution.
lose
lost
loss
losing
(8) light at nightcan harm our eyes and also harm the hormones that help us to see things properly.
Very much
Too much
Too many
So many
Choose the word or phrase among A, B, C or D that best fits the blank space in the following passage.
Have a walk (1) a beach, listen to the sound of the sea waves, andsuddenly you see a lot of rubbish on the beach. Pollution takes away all the (2) of our beaches. I feel really annoyed (3) I see plastic bags lyingon the sand, cigarette ends buried in the sand, and soda cans floating in the sea.
There are a lot of things that we can do. (4) we see rubbish, we shoulddo our part in the protecting the land (5) picking it up and throwing it in dust bins. (6) , we can form some kind of organization that helps (7) the beaches. If everyone does their part, the beaches will be a wonderful and beautiful place. We need to start now (8) the beaches are damaged beyond repair.
Have a walk (1) a beach, listen to the sound of the sea waves, andsuddenly you see a lot of rubbish on the beach.
on
in
at
over
Pollution takes away all the (2) of our beaches.
beauty
beautifully
beautiful
being beautiful
I feel really annoyed (3) I see plastic bags lyingon the sand, cigarette ends buried in the sand, and soda cans floating in the sea.
before
after
when
while
(4) we see rubbish, we shoulddo our part in the protecting the land (5) picking it up and throwing it in dust bins.
While
Soon
Unless
If
(4) we see rubbish, we shoulddo our part in the protecting the land (5) picking it up and throwing it in dust bins.
by
with
of
in
(6) , we can form some kind of organization that helps (7) the beaches.
Nevertheless
Moreover
However
Therefore
(6) , we can form some kind of organization that helps (7) the beaches.
cleaning up
cleaning up
clean up
clean off
We need to start now (8) the beaches are damaged beyond repair.
when
after
until
before
Read the passage, and choose the correct answer A, B, C or D for each question.
Saving the Environment: One Home at a Time
Pollution can be seen not only throughout the world, but also in our own homes. It comes from household chemicals, the amount of water people use and the waste people produce and throw away. What can be done to stop this pollution? Surprisingly, a person can help save the environment by doing simple things.
First, we need to recycle, which allows products to be used over and over again. Recycling can also reduce the number of trees cut down to produce paper products. It takes very little effort. It is not hard to place plastic and glass bottles, aluminum cans and paper in a bin. Anyone can do it.
Second, we need to watch the amount of water used at home. It can be conserved by taking short showers instead of baths, repairing leaky faucets, using the dishwasher or washing machine only when fully loaded, or simply turning the faucet off while brushing your teeth.
Third, we need to reduce waste. We need to recycle whenever possible, but shouldalso try to use this waste effectively. For example, grass clippings and food scraps can be made into compost for plants. The average person produces 4.3 pounds of waste every day, but we can reduce that amount by recycling and reusing.
If we do our part in our own homes, we can help keep the planet from becoming more polluted.
1. Pollution is caused from the following sources except .
water in rivers
water from households
wastes
house chemicals
2. Recycling can help us .
never cut down trees
produce more paper products
place garbage bins easily
use products again and again
3. In order to save water, we can do all of the following things except .
fully use the washing machine
repair leaky faucets
take short showers instead of baths
turn the faucet off while brushing your teeth
4. Recycling helps to reduce waste because.
plants need to develop
waste can be recycled and reused
a person can do it in his home
an average man produces compost for plants
5. The word “It” in paragraph 2 refers to .
cutting down
the number
recycling
effort
Choose the word or phrase among A, B, C or D that best fits the blank space in the following passage.
London’s Tower Bridge
London’s Tower Bridge is one of the most famous (1) in the world. Thebridge, designed (2) (by) the architect Horace Jones together with JohnWolfe Barry, was finally completed in 1894. It (3) 11,000 tons of steel to build the framework of the 265-meter-long bridge. Over time, the bridge has become one of London’s most famous (4) .
(5) photographs of the Tower Bridge is a favorite London tourist activity,but you can also go inside the bridge, (6) you’ll have a magnificentview over London from the walkway (7) the two bridge towers.
In 2014, glass floors were installed in the walkways, giving visitors another, unusual view from the bridge. The long glass floors, more than 40 meters above the river, allowyou to (8) the traffic over the Tower Bridge from above. It is particularly (9) to see the bridge (10) and close below your feet.
London’s Tower Bridge is one of the most famous (1) in the world.
bridges
bridge
tower
towers
Thebridge, designed (2) (by) the architect Horace Jones together with JohnWolfe Barry, was finally completed in 1894.
or
and
as
but
It (3) 11,000 tons of steel to build the framework of the 265-meter-long bridge.
took
built
brought
gave
Over time, the bridge has become one of London’s most famous (4) .
landscapes
views
symbols
scenes
(5) photographs of the Tower Bridge is a favorite London tourist activity,but you can also go inside the bridge, (6) you’ll have a magnificentview over London from the walkway (7) the two bridge towers.
To take
Take
To taking
Taking
(5) photographs of the Tower Bridge is a favorite London tourist activity,but you can also go inside the bridge, (6) you’ll have a magnificentview over London from the walkway (7) the two bridge towers.
when
where
what
whose
(5) photographs of the Tower Bridge is a favorite London tourist activity,but you can also go inside the bridge, (6) you’ll have a magnificentview over London from the walkway (7) the two bridge towers.
at
on
between
in
The long glass floors, more than 40 meters above the river, allowyou to (8) the traffic over the Tower Bridge from above.
consider
follow
record
watch
It is particularly (9) to see the bridge (10) and close below your feet.
fascinate
fascinating
fascinated
fascination
It is particularly (9) to see the bridge (10) and close below your feet.
opened
to open
open
be opened
Choose the correct word A, B, C or D for each gap to complete the following passage.
More than a billion people all over the world are (1) the threat ofdesert expansion, but few of them are aware that they themselves cause it and arealso its (2) .People cut (3) trees for fuel and farmland.Their herd eat (4) the grass covering valley floors and hillsides. Theclimate and soil quality, therefore, are affected and forests are turned into (5).
In some places, many people had to leave their homes when their wells became dry and sand buried their houses and crops. Therefore, government in nearby areashave had local people (6) trees and banned burning firewood for fuel.Many techniques have been (7) . For example, in Iran, a thin covering of oil was poured on sandy areas to retain (8) for planting trees, butthis method may harm the environment. Other countries built long canals or pipelines (9) water to desert areas.
Unless people find more (10) methods, their homes and land willbe lost. The last against the desert is continuing.
More than a billion people all over the world are (1) the threat ofdesert expansion, but few of them are aware that they themselves cause it and arealso its (2) .
of
in
on
under
More than a billion people all over the world are (1) the threat ofdesert expansion, but few of them are aware that they themselves cause it and arealso its (2) .
victims
enemies
friends
effects
People cut (3) trees for fuel and farmland.
off
back
down
in
Their herd eat (4) the grass covering valley floors and hillsides.
up
away
into
out
Theclimate and soil quality, therefore, are affected and forests are turned into (5) .
blanks
deserts
spaces
bareness
Therefore, government in nearby areashave had local people (6) trees and banned burning firewood for fuel.Many techniques have been (7) .
planting
plant
to plant
planted
Therefore, government in nearby areashave had local people (6) trees and banned burning firewood for fuel.Many techniques have been (7) .
using
use
used
uses
For example, in Iran, a thin covering of oil was poured on sandy areas to retain (8) for planting trees, butthis method may harm the environment.
fertilizer
soil
earth
water
Other countries built long canals or pipelines (9) water to desert areas.
to carry
take
fetch
bring
Unless people find more (10) methods, their homes and land willbe lost. The last against the desert is continuing
great
effective
major
useful
Read the following passage, choose the best answer for each question followed.
Since the world has become industrialized, there has been an increase in the number of animal species that have either become extinct or have neared extinction. Bengal tiger, for instance, which once roamed the jungles in vast number, now only about 2,300 and by the year 2025, their population is estimated to be down to zero. What is alarming about the case of the Bengal tiger is that this extinction will have been caused almost entirely by poachers who according to some sources, are not interested in material gain but in personal gratification. This is an example of thecallousness that is part of what is causing the problem of extinction. Animals like Bengal tigers as well as other endangered species are a valuable part of the world’s ecosystem. International laws protecting these animals must be enacted to ensure their survival and the survival of our planet.
Countries around the world have begun to deal with the problem in various ways. Some countries, in order to circumvent the problem, have allocated large amounts of land to animal reserves. They then charge admission to help defray the costs of maintaining the parks and they often must also depend on world organizations for support. With the money they get, they can invest in equipment, and patrols to protect the animals. Another solution that is an attempt to stem the tideof animal extinction is an international boycott of products made from endangered species. This seems fairly effective but it will not, by itself, prevent animals from being hunted and killed.
1. What is the main topic of the passage?
the Bengal tiger
international boycotts
endangered species
problems with industrialization
2. Which of the following is closest in meaning to the word “alarming”in paragraph 1?
dangerous
serious
gripping
distressing
Which of the following could best replace the word “case” as used in paragraph 1?
act
situation
contrast
trade
4. The word “poachers” as used in paragraph 1 could be best replaced by which of the following?
illegal hunters
enterprising researchers
concerned scientists
trained hunters
5. The word “callousness” in paragraph 1 could best be replaced by which of the following?
indirectness
independence
incompetence
insensitivity
6. The above passage is divided into two paragraphs in order to contrast
a problem and a solution
a statement and an illustration
a comparison and a contrast
specific and general information
7. What does the word “this” refer to in paragraph1?
endangered species that are increasing
Bengal tigers that are decreasing
poachers who seek personal gratification
sources that may not be accurate
8. Which of the following could best replace the word “allocated’’ in paragraph2?
set aside
combined
organized
taken off
9. The word “defray” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to which of the following?
lower
raise
make a payment on
make an investment toward
10.The author uses the phrase “stem the tide” in paragraph2 to mean
touch
stop
tax
save
11.Which of the following best describes the author’s attitude?
forgiving
concerned
vindictive
surprised
Choose the word or phrase among A, B, C or D that best fits the blank space in the following passage.
El Nino is a weather phenomenon of the Pacific Ocean which is (1) byan abnormal (2) of water on the surface of the ocean. It has the (3) to influence global weather patterns as it brings drought to some continents and (4) rain to others. It was first (5) by fishermen coming from Spanishports in the Pacific in the 17th century. It got its name (Spanish for “boy child”)because it usually takes (6) near Christmas time. It can cause catastrophic(7) . The 1982 El Nino (8) in 1,500 deaths, but it can be a lot worsethan that. Sea animals, (9) fish and birds, also die in large numbers. It is (10) that sailors in the Pacific can smell the dead sea-life during El Nino.
El Nino is a weather phenomenon of the Pacific Ocean which is (1) byan abnormal (2) of water on the surface of the ocean.
caused
happened
origin
done
El Nino is a weather phenomenon of the Pacific Ocean which is (1) byan abnormal (2) of water on the surface of the ocean.
increase
warming
heater
extra
It has the (3) to influence global weather patterns as it brings drought to some continents and (4) rain to others.
proficiency
practice
power
performance
It has the (3) to influence global weather patterns as it brings drought to some continents and (4) rain to others.
heavy
shower
plenty
wet
It was first (5) by fishermen coming from Spanishports in the Pacific in the 17th century.
saw
time
caught
noticed
It got its name (Spanish for “boy child”)because it usually takes (6) near Christmas time.
away
place
part
care
It can cause catastrophic(7) .
away
place
part
care
The 1982 El Nino (8) in 1,500 deaths, but it can be a lot worsethan that.
caused
led
resulted
gave
Sea animals, (9) fish and birds, also die in large numbers.
including
holding
containing
involving
It is (10) that sailors in the Pacific can smell the dead sea-life during El Nino.
mistaken
felt
told
said
Read the following passage and choose the best answers each of the questions.
Nylon was invented in the early 1930s by an American chemist, Julian Hill. Other scientists worked with his invention and finally on 27 October 1938, Nylon was introduced to the world. It was cheap and strong and immediately became successful, especially in the making of ladies’ stocking.
Today, nylon is found in many things: carpets, ropes, seat belts, furniture, computers, and even spare parts of the human body. It has played an important part : in our lives for over 50 years.
1. Julian Hill was a/ an .
chemist
American
inventor
all are correct
2. Nylon can be found in .
many things
spare parts of the human body
furniture
all are correct
3. What does the word “introduce” in line 3 mean?
tell somebody your name
tell somebody the name of a person
bring something new into use for the 1st time
bring something somewhere
4. Nylon .
was invented by Julian Hill
was strong but expensive
was not very popular
all are correct
5. Which of the following is not true?
Nylon was used to make ladies’ stocking.
At first, people didn’t want to use Nylon.
Today, Nylon still plays an important part in our lives.
We can found Nylon in computers.
Choose the word (A, B, C, or D) that best fits each of the blank spaces.
Dear Sir or Madam,
We are in Class B, Year 8 at Stonehouse School. Every year our class goes (1) an adventure holiday. This year we would like (2) your center. Weare planning (3) away for the first week in May, arriving on Friday 2 May.There will be 15 boys and 15 girls in our party, and two teachers. We are (4) in sailing, rock climbing, canoeing, and map-reading. Can you send us information about your center?
We look forward (5) from you.
Yours faithfully,
Class B
We are in Class B, Year 8 at Stonehouse School. Every year our class goes (1) an adventure holiday
in
at
aver
on
This year we would like (2) your center.
attend
attending
to attend
to attending
Weare planning (3) away for the first week in May, arriving on Friday 2 May.
go
to go
going
to going
We are (4) in sailing, rock climbing, canoeing, and map-reading. Can you send us information about your center?
interested
interesting
bored
boring
We look forward (5) from you
hear
to hear
hearing
to hearing
Choose the word or phrase among A, B, C or D that best fits the blank spacein the following passage.
TELEPATHY: MIND TO MIND COMMUNICATION
The (1) “telepathy” has been derived from the words “tele” meaning“distance” and “pathy” meaning “feeling”. So telepathy actually means (2) feelings through a distance. Telepathy is the communication (3) twominds, (4) over a distance, without the (5) of the five knownsenses.
At some point of time or the other, we all have (6) telepathy. Maybe youwere thinking of someone you haven’t talked to for months and you suddenly get a call from them. Or (7) two people are together, they might say the same thing at the same time. These are spontaneous mind-to-mind (8) that tend to occur frequently between closely related individuals.
The (1) “telepathy” has been derived from the words “tele” meaning“distance” and “pathy” meaning “feeling”
word
phrase
letter
signal
So telepathy actually means (2) feelings through a distance.
holding
getting
bringing
carrying
Telepathy is the communication (3) twominds, (4) over a distance, without the (5) of the five knownsenses.
through
among
between
across
Telepathy is the communication (3) twominds, (4) over a distance, without the (5) of the five knownsenses
separate
be separated
separating
separated
Telepathy is the communication (3) twominds, (4) over a distance, without the (5) of the five knownsenses.
using
use
take
taking
At some point of time or the other, we all have (6) telepathy
experienced
brought
made
taken
Or (7) two people are together, they might say the same thing at the same time.
where
during
when
since
These are spontaneous mind-to-mind (8) that tend to occur frequently between closely related individuals.
ways
methods
techniques
communications
Read, then choose the best answer (A, B, c or D) to complete the gap.
The next generation of telephone users will probably laugh (1) weexplain how we used to stand next to a wall in the kitchen to (2) a phone call. Mobile communications, already highly advanced compared with a decade ago, will completely change communications in the next few years.
(3) there are millions of people using mobile phones, most people know(4) aboutthe mobile telecommunications industry and its technology.There are three types of mobile phone. These are hand portables, pocket-sized hand portables and transportables. The smallest and most popular are the pocket-sizedhand portables. These work on rechargeable batteries, which allow an (5) ofup to 80 minutes’ conversation. Mobiles that are fitted permanently in a vehicle donot (6) on separate batteries. They require an external aerial on the vehicle.This can mean a stronger signal with clearer (7) . Transportables have a highpower capability and can be used (8) anywhere.They come with powerfulbattery packs for longer, continuous use and may also be put (9) a vehicle,using its electrics. They ( 10) to be bulkier than hand portables.
The next generation of telephone users will probably laugh (1) weexplain how we used to stand next to a wall in the kitchen to (2) a phone call.
unless
when
while
whether
The next generation of telephone users will probably laugh (1) weexplain how we used to stand next to a wall in the kitchen to (2) a phone call
make
give
take
do
(3) there are millions of people using mobile phones, most people know (4) aboutthe mobile telecommunications industry and its technology.
In addition
Because
As a result
Although
(3) there are millions of people using mobile phones, most people know(4) aboutthe mobile telecommunications industry and its technology.
little
some
few
lots
These work on rechargeable batteries, which allow an (5) ofup to 80 minutes’ conversation.
amount
account
activity
average
Mobiles that are fitted permanently in a vehicle donot (6) on separate batteries.
rely
create
carry
insist
They require an external aerial on the vehicle.This can mean a stronger signal with clearer (7)
wave
letter
speech
speed
Transportables have a highpower capability and can be used (8) anywhere.
mostly
hardly
most
almost
They come with powerfulbattery packs for longer, continuous use and may also be put (9) a vehicle,using its electrics.
on with
into
up with
in to
They ( 10) to be bulkier than hand portables.
used
have
tend
are
Read the text below and choose the best answer for each question after the text.
SOME ANIMALS CAN PREDICT FUTURE EARTHQUAKES
A recent investigation by scientists at the U.S. Geological Survey shows that strange animal behavior might help predict future earthquakes. Investigators found such occurrences in a ten-kilometer radius of the epicenter of a fairly recent quake. Some birds screeched and flew about wildly: dogs yelped and ran around uncontrollably.
Scientists believe that animals can perceive these environmental changes as early as several days before the mishap.
In 1976, after observing animal behavior, the Chinese were able to predict a devastating quake. Although hundreds of thousands of people were killed, the government was able to evacuate millions of other people and thus keep the death toll at a lower level.
1. What prediction may be made by observing animal behavior?
An impending earthquake
The number of people who will die
The ten-kilometer radius of the epicenter
Environmental changes
2. Why can animals perceive these changes when humans cannot?
Animals are smarter than humans.
Animals have certain instincts that humans don’t possess.
By running around the house, they can feel the vibrations.
Humans don’t know where to look.
3. Which of the following is NOT true?
Some animals may be able to sense an approaching earthquake
By observing animal behavior scientists perhaps can predict earthquakes.
The Chinese have successfully predicted an earthquake and saved many lives
All birds and dogs in a ten-kilometer radius of the epicenter went wild before the earthquake.
4. In this passage the word “evacuate” most nearly means
remove
destroy
exile
emaciate
5. If scientists can accurately predict earthquakes, there will be
fewer animals going crazy
a lower death rate
fewer people evacuated
fewer environmental changes
Choose the word or phrase among A, B, C or D that best fits the blank space in the following passage.
Computers are helpful (1) many ways. First, they are fast. They canwork with information even (2) quickly than a person. Second, computerscan work with a lot of information at the same time. Third, they can (3) information for a long time. They do not forget things that the common people do. (4) , computers are almost always correct. They are not perfect, but theyusually do not (5) mistakes.
Recently, it is important (6) about computers. There are a number ofthings to learn. Some companies have (7) at work. In addition, mostdiversities (8) day and night courses in Computer Science. Another way to learn is from a book, or from a friend. After a few hours of practice, you can (9) with computers. You may not be an expert, but you can have (10) .
Computers are helpful (1) many ways. First, they are fast.
at
on
in
over
They canwork with information even (2) quickly than a person.
more
rather
much
less
Third, they can (3) information for a long time.
hold
keep
stay
carry
(4) , computers are almost always correct.
Moreover
However
Therefore
Nevertheless
They are not perfect, but theyusually do not (5) mistakes.
do
make
have
take
Recently, it is important (6) about computers. There are a number ofthings to learn.
know
knowing
to know
knew
Some companies have (7) at work.
discussions
meetings
schools
classes
In addition, mostdiversities (8) day and night courses in Computer Science.
send
spend
bring
offer
After a few hours of practice, you can (9) with computers.
work
make
use
take
You may not be an expert, but you can have (10) .
for fun
funny
enjoy
fun
Choose the word or phrase among A, B, C or D that best fits the blank space in the following passage.
Why does Man want to go to other planets (1) the solar system? Justfor adventure? True, (2) is adventure in space travel. But a (3)toother planets would also be (4) . For example, space stations could be built that would give us (5) information about the weather.
In space stations (6) around the earth, Man could live and study the cloud formation on (7) surface. These formations could tell us what weather to(8) in any part of the world at any time. (9) information wouldbe useful to pilots, to ship captains, and even to farmers (10) must setdates for planting and harvesting.
Why does Man want to go to other planets (1) the solar system? Justfor adventure?
in
on
at
of
Justfor adventure? True, (2) is adventure in space travel.
this
there
that
it
But a (3) toother planets would also be (4) .
travel
fly
trip
drive
But a (3) toother planets would also be (4) .
practice
practiced
practicing
practical
For example, space stations could be built that would give us (5) information about the weather.
valuable
wealthy
expensive
amused
In space stations (6) around the earth
moves
moving
moved
moveable
Man could live and study the cloud formation on (7) surface.
his
her
its
their
These formations could tell us what weather to(8) in any part of the world at any time.
hope
believe
consider
expect
(9) information wouldbe useful to pilots, to ship captains, and even to farmers (10) must setdates for planting and harvesting.
Such
Those
So
These
(9) information wouldbe useful to pilots, to ship captains, and even to farmers (10) must setdates for planting and harvesting.
which
who
whom
whose
Choose the item A, B, C or D that best answers the question about the passage.
A UFO (Unidentified Flying Object) is any object flying in the sky which cannot be identified by the person who sees it. Sometimes the object is investigated. If people cannot figure out what the object is after an investigation, it is called a UFO. If they figure out what the object is, it can no longer be called a UFO because it has been identified.
Even though UFOs can be anything, people can use the world UFO when they are talking about alien spacecraft. Flying saucer is another word that is often used to describe an identified flying object.
Studies estimate that 50-90% of all reported sightings are identified later. Usually 10-20% are never identified. Studies also show that very few UFO sightings are hoaxes (people trying to trick other people). Most UFOs are actually natural or man-made objects that looked strange. 80-90% of UFOs are identified as one of three different things: (a) astronomical causes (for example: planets, stars, or meteors); (b) aircraft; and (c) balloons. 10-20% of UFOs are other causes, such as birds, clouds, mirages, searchlights, etc.
1. Another word used to describe a UFO is .
flying saucer
cooking plane
spacecraft
astronaut
2. How many percent of all reported sights are not identified?
20-30%
10-20%
30-50%
80-90%
3. Most of UFOs are identified as one of the following things except .
balloons
clouds
stars
rains
4. Which of the following sentences is NOT true?
UFO means Unidentified Flying Object.
Many UFO sightings are hoaxes.
UFO is often used to talk about alien objects.
Over half of all reported UFO sightings are identified
5.What does the word “figure out” in paragraph 1 mean?
calculate
observe
explain
require
Choose the word or phrase among A, B, C or D that best fits the blank space in the following passage.
Long ago a lot of people (1) the moon was a god. Other people thought it was just a light in the sky. And others thought it was a big (2) of cheese!
The telescopes were made, and men saw that the moon was really another world. They wondered(3) it was like. They dreamed of going there. On July 20, 1969, that dream came (4) . Two American astronauts landed on the moon. (5) names were Neil Armstrong and Edwin Aldrin.
The first thing the men found was that the moon is covered (6) dust. The dust is so thick that the men left (7) where they walked. Those were the first marks a living thing had ever made on the moon. And they could (8) there for years and years. There is no wind or rain to wipe them off. The two men (9) rocks to bring back to Earth for study. They dugup dirt to bring back. They set up machines to find out things people wanted to know. Then they were off on their long trip (10) the earth.
Long ago a lot of people (1) the moon was a god. Other people thought it was just a light in the sky.
told
guessed
thought
said
And others thought it was a big (2) of cheese!
form
ball
stone
round
They wondered(3) it was like.
what
which
that
how
On July 20, 1969, that dream came (4) .
real
true
unreal
untrue
(5) names were Neil Armstrong and Edwin Aldrin.
Theirs
His
Its
Their
The first thing the men found was that the moon is covered (6) dust.
with
for
to
by
The dust is so thick that the men left (7) where they walked.
fingerprints
handprints
footprints
prints
And they could (8) there for years and years.
go
remain
put
run
The two men (9) rocks to bring back to Earth for study.
got up
gave up
picked up
set up
Then they were off on their long trip (10) the earth.
onto
from to
into
back to
Choose the word (A, B, C, or D) that best fits each of the blank spaces.
The Amazon (1) in a stream near the top of a mountain which (2) Cerro Huagra. The stream is called the Huarco. (3) the Huarco becomes ariver which is known (4) the Ucayali. The Ucayali then becomes the Amazon. The (5) of the Amazon from the (6) of the Huarco to the Atlantic Ocean is 6,448 kilometers.
The Amazon (1) in a stream near the top of a mountain which (2) Cerro Huagra.
begin
began
begins
is beginning
The Amazon (1) in a stream near the top of a mountain which (2) Cerro Huagra.
call
calls
is calling
is called
The stream is called the Huarco. (3) the Huarco becomes ariver which is known (4) the Ucayali.
Late
Lately
Later
Latest
The stream is called the Huarco. (3) the Huarco becomes ariver which is known (4) the Ucayali.
as
so
like
alike
The (5) of the Amazon from the (6) of the Huarco to the Atlantic Ocean is 6,448 kilometers.
long
length
wide
narrow
The (5) of the Amazon from the (6) of the Huarco to the Atlantic Ocean is 6,448 kilometers.
begin
beginning
start
starting
Read the two passages below and circle the best option (A, B, C, D).
An industrial society, especially one as centralised and concentrated as that of Britain, is heavily dependent on certain essential services: for instance, electricity supply, water, rail and road transport, the harbours. The area of dependency has widened to include removing rubbish, hospital and ambulance services, and as the economy develops, central computer and information services as well. If any of these services ceases to operate, the whole economic system is in danger.
It is this interdependency of the economic system which makes the power of tradeunions such an important issue. Single trade unions have easily to cut off many countries economic blood supply. This can happen more easily in Britain than in some other countries, in part because the labour force is highly organised. About 55 percent of British workers belong to unions, compared to under a quarter in the United States. For historical reasons, Britain’s unions have tended to develop along trade and occupational lines, rather than on an industry-by-industry basis, which makes a wages policy, democracy in industry and the improvement of procedures for fixing wage levels difficult to achieve.
There are considerable strains and tensions in the trade union movement, some of them arising from their outdated and inefficient structure. Some unions have lost many members because of industrial changes. Others are involved in arguments about who should represent workers in new trades. Unions for skilled trades are separate from general unions, which means that different levels of wages for certain jobs are often a source of bad feeling between unions. In traditional trades which are being pushed out of existence by advancing technologies, unions can fight for their members’ disappearing jobs to the point where the jobs of other unions’ members are threatened or destroyed. The printing of newspapers both in the United States and in Britain has frequently been halted by the efforts of printers to hold on to their traditional highly paid job.
Trade unions have problems of internal communication just as managers in companies do, problems which multiply in very large unions or in those which bring workers in very different industries together into a single general union. Some trade union officials have to be re-elected regularly; others are elected, or even appointed, for life. Trade union officials have to work with a system of ‘shop stewards’ in many unions, ‘shop stewards’ being workers elected by other workers as their representatives at factory or works level.
1. Why is the question of trade union power important in Britain?
The economy is very interdependent
There are many essential services.
There are more unions in Britain than elsewhere.
Unions have been established a long time.
2. Why is it difficult to improve the procedures for fixing wage levels?
Some industries have no unions.
Unions are not organised according to industries.
Only 55 percent of workers belong to unions.
Some unions are too powerful
3. Because of their out-of-date organisation some unions find it difficult to
bargain for high enough wages.
get new members to join.
learn new technologies.
change as industries change.
4. Disagreements arise between unions because some of them
try to win over members of other unions.
ignore agreements.
protect their own members at the expenses of others, take over other union’s job.
take over other union’s job.
5. In what ways are unions and large companies similar?
both have too many managers
both have problems in passing on information
both lose touch with individual workers
both their managements are too powerful
Choose the word or phrase among A, B, c or D that best fits the blank space in the following passage.
Long ago a lot of people (1) the moon was a god. Other people thought it was just a light in the sky. And others thought it was a big (2) of cheese!
The telescopes were made, and men saw that the moon was really another world. They wondered (3) it was like. They dreamed of going there. On July 20, 1969, that dream came (4) . Two American astronauts landed on the moon. (5) names were Neil Armstrong and Edwin Aldrin.
The first thing the men found was that the moon is covered (6) dust. The dust is so thick that the men left (7) where they walked. Those were the first marks a living thing had ever made on the moon. And they could (8) there for years and years. There is no wind or rain to wipe them off. The two men (9) rocks to bring back to Earth for study. They dug up dirt to bring back They set up machines to find out things people wanted to know. Then they were off on their long trip (10) the earth.
Long ago a lot of people (1) the moon was a god. Other people thought it was just a light in the sky.
told
guessed
thought
said
And others thought it was a big (2) of cheese!
form
ball
stone
round
The telescopes were made, and men saw that the moon was really another world. They wondered (3) it was like.
how
which
what
that
On July 20, 1969, that dream came (4) . Two American astronauts landed on the moon.
real
untrue
unreal
true
Two American astronauts landed on the moon. (5) names were Neil Armstrong and Edwin Aldrin.
Theirs
His
Its
Their
The first thing the men found was that the moon is covered (6) dust.
with
for
to
by
The dust is so thick that the men left (7) where they walked.
fingerprints
footprints
handprints
prints
And they could (8) there for years and years.
go
put
remain
run
The two men (9) rocks to bring back to Earth for study.
got up
gave up
set up
picked up
Then they were off on their long trip (10) the earth.
from to
back to
into
onto