Đề kiểm tra Tiếng Anh 12 Friends Global Unit 3 có đáp án

Listen to a speech about eye contact. Choose the correct answer A, B, or C. 

In Western countries, why is eye contact considered important?

In Western cultures, what might people think if you look away or stare at your shoes during a talk?

In some Asian or African cultures, staring directly at an elder can be seen as: 

According to the speaker, why might a student in Japan look down while a teacher is talking?

According to the conclusion, what should a “successful global communicator” do?

Mark the letter А, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions. 

Mark the letter А, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions. 

Mark the letter А, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions. 

Mark the letter А, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions. 

Mark the letter А, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. 

In many Asian cultures, you ______ take off your shoes before entering someone’s house. It’s a strict rule. 

I brought my umbrella, but it didn’t rain at all. I ______ it with me. 

Look at those dark clouds! It ______ rain later this afternoon, so we should stay indoors. 

You ______ at least phoned me to say you’d be late! I was waiting for you for two hours. 

She’s a very experienced traveler, so she ______ the local customs before she arrived. 

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 15 to 20. 

Attention all students! Next week, we are hosting a workshop on international etiquette. In some countries, the way you use your body can cause (15) ___________ or even offense.

If you attended our last seminar, you (16) ___________ the basic rules of bowing.

You (17) ___________ prepare anything in advance for this session; just bring your curiosity!

For instance, if you are at a formal dinner and you need to (18) ___________, it is polite to turn your head away or cover your mouth.

He (19) ___________ more careful about the local dining customs.

He later realized that he (20) ___________ research the culture before his flight, but he forgot.

Read the text carefully then answer the following questions from 21 to 27. 

Communication is much more than just the words we speak. In fact, a large part of how we express our feelings and intentions is through body language. However, what is considered friendly in one country might be seen as rude or confusing in another. This is why understanding local customs is essential when traveling abroad.

Take the simple act of nodding your head, for example. In most parts of the world, this is a clear sign of agreement or “yes.” But if you visit Bulgaria or parts of Greece, you might get confused. In these cultures, nodding actually means “no,” while shaking your head from side-to-side means “yes.” Imagine the misunderstanding that could happen at a dinner table!

Another common gesture is the thumbs up. In many Western societies, it is a positive sign meaning “great” or “good job.” However, in some Middle Eastern and South American cultures, it is an offensive gesture, similar to an insult. Similarly, while pointing with your index finger is common in Europe, it is considered very impolite in many Asian countries. Instead, people there often use their whole hand or their thumb to indicate a direction.

Even eye contact varies significantly. In many Western cultures, looking someone in the eye shows honesty and interest. In contrast, in some Asian and African societies, looking down or bowing your head slightly is a way to show respect, especially when speaking to elders.

In conclusion, gestures are a “silent language” that reflects the deep history and values of a culture. By being aware of these small differences, we can avoid disapproval and build better relationships with people from all over the world.

What is the passage mainly about? 

According to the passage, why is it essential to understand local customs?

Which of the following statements is NOT true? 

The word “it” in paragraph 3 refers to _______. 

The word “varies” in paragraph 4 mostly means _______.

How should you point to a direction politely in many Asian countries? 

What does paragraph 4 suggest about eye contact and bowing? 

Read the text carefully then choose True or False for questions 28 to 33.  

A recent study from the Japan Private Railway Association (JPRA) reveals that coughing and sneezing were the biggest annoyances on trains. A total of 5,314 train passengers responded a JPRA survey on behavior and manners on trains and at stations. “Coughing and sneezing without consideration for others” topped the list of passenger gripes. An association spokesperson attributed this to remaining effects of Covid-19. He said: “The coronavirus pandemic may have ingrained the importance of consideration for others as a norm.” He added: “More people likely feel greater anxiety than before the pandemic when someone nearby coughs or sneezes without wearing a mask.”

The JPRA has been conducting its polls since 1999 to gauge how people feel about their fellow passengers. It hopes to promote better behavior in the future. It said 50.5 per cent of survey respondents cited coughing and sneezing as their top annoyance. Other sources of irritation on trains included people stretching their legs, people not moving over to make space for others wanting to sit down, and noisy conversation. The JPRA added that “strong scents from perfume or fabric softeners” and “poor manners during boarding and alighting such as blocking doors” were fourth and fifth on the list. The number of riders has increased on Japan’s trains due to a rise in tourists visiting Japan.

More than 5,000 participated in a survey on manners on trains. 

People on Japan’s trains are still concerned about Covid-19. 

A rail association said everyone on trains should wear a mask. 

Over half of the survey’s respondents disliked coughing and sneezing. 

Rail passengers were happy that people got on and off trains impolitely. 

The article said worse behavior on trains was from tourists. 

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. 

a. An: Yeah, I feel the same. I also like the moment when the whole family gathers for meals. We don’t get that often during the year.

b. Binh: Tet is coming soon. Have you made any plans for the holiday yet?

c. An: Definitely. It’s not just about receiving money. It’s about the wishes and the feeling of starting a new year together.

d. An: Not much, honestly. I’ll mostly stay home, visit relatives, and help my parents prepare for Tet.

e. Binh: Same here. My family spends days cleaning the house and decorating it. It’s tiring, but it really feels like Tet.

f. Binh: True. And of course, there’s lucky money. Even though we’re older now, it’s still something to look forward to.

a. This is why a simple nod might be misinterpreted as “no” in parts of Greece or Bulgaria, despite meaning “yes” in most other places.

b. Cultural differences in non-verbal communication can often lead to unexpected confusion during international travels.

c. These subtle variations prove that what we consider “universal” signs are actually deeply rooted in specific local traditions.

d. For example, the way people move their heads to express agreement varies significantly across borders.

e. Understanding these nuances helps travelers avoid awkward social blunders and build better connections with locals.

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 36 to 40. 

The University of Manchester has recently encouraged students to use “jazz hands” instead of clapping to show (36) __________. This British Sign Language gesture, which involves waving hands in the air, helps people with sensory issues avoid the (37) __________ caused by loud noise. According to the union, students (38) __________ use this silent gesture during democratic events to be more inclusive. Some critics argue that the university (39) __________ have made such a controversial rule. However, officials clarified that students (40) __________ stop clapping entirely; they are simply encouraged to consider others’ comfort.

The University of Manchester has recently encouraged students to use “jazz hands” instead of clapping to show (36) __________. 

This British Sign Language gesture, which involves waving hands in the air, helps people with sensory issues avoid the (37) __________ caused by loud noise.

According to the union, students (38) __________ use this silent gesture during democratic events to be more inclusive.

Some critics argue that the university (39) __________ have made such a controversial rule.

However, officials clarified that students (40) __________ stop clapping entirely; they are simply encouraged to consider others’ comfort.