40 câu hỏi
During the 1960s and '70s, industrialised countries suffered a(n) (1) ______ and violent crimes such as muggings increased at an alarming rate.
incredible wave crime
incredible crime wave
wave incredible crime
crime incredible wave
What is more, it was expected to (2) ______ worse.
do
get
make
put
Actually, (3) ______ of the country’s policies
regardless
regarding
regarded
regard
the trend does coincide (4) ______ the use and subsequent prohibition of tetraethyl lead in petrol
for
in
by
with
(5) ______ for years as a cause of aggressive behaviour.
which has known
knowing
to know
known
Therefore, countries that still use leaded petrol are being urged to stop (6) ______ it to help improve health and crime prevention.
to use
used
use
using
The earth is our shared home, but a(n) overwhelming (7) ______ of human activities are causing significant harm.
percentage
number
amount
level
Accordingly, by (8) ______ environmentally friendly practices, we can reduce pollution and preserve natural resources for future generations.
embracing
boycotting
captivating
pursuing
In addition to safeguarding the planet, eco-friendly living improves our (9) ______ of life and inspires others to do the same.
embracing
boycotting
captivating
pursuing
In addition to safeguarding the planet, eco-friendly living improves our (9) ______ of life and inspires others to do the same.
legacy
qualification
strategy
quality
Use public transport, carpool, or cycle (10) ______ driving alone.
regardless of
due to
for the sake of
instead of
Minimise, sort and (11) ______ waste properly to reduce pressure on landfills.
figure out
depend on
dispose of
carry on
Get involved in local environmental initiatives and encourage (12) ______ to join.
others
other
the other
much
a. John: That sounds amazing! Italy is such a beautiful country to visit.
b. Mary: Yes, I’m going to Italy next month, and I can’t wait to explore the countryside.
c. John: Have you booked your holiday for this summer yet?
a-c-b
c-a-b
c-b-a
b-c-a
a. Jenny: I’ll be working as a graphic designer for an advertising agency.
b. Jenny: Yes, I’m really excited about it.
c. Tom: That sounds like a fantastic opportunity.
d. Tom: What will you be doing there?
e. Tom: I heard you’re starting a new job next week!
d-a-e-b-c
d-b-e-a-c
e-b-d-a-c
e-a-d-b-c
Dear Michael,
a. I’m really grateful for your feedback; it gave me a fresh perspective.
b. Thanks for reviewing the draft of my article on environmental issues.
c. I’m making the necessary edits now and hope to submit it by the end of the week.
d. If you have time, maybe we can discuss the revisions over coffee.
e. I look forward to your thoughts on the updated version once it’s ready.
Best wishes,
Lily
b-a-d-c-e
b-a-c-e-d
d-a-c-b-e
b-c-d-a-e
a. Having a daily routine really keeps me organized.
b. I start my day with a short meditation session followed by a healthy breakfast.
c. Then, I plan out my tasks and set aside time for each.
d. This helps me stay productive throughout the day without feeling overwhelmed.
e. In the end, I feel much more accomplished and balanced.
a-c-b-d-e
a-b-c-d-e
b-c-a-e-d
a-d-c-b-e
a. The local park has been renovated and now features a brand-new playground.
b. However, the increase in visitors has led to some littering issues.
c. Many families and children enjoy spending time there on weekends.
d. To address this, the city plans to install more trash bins and hire extra staff for maintenance.
e. Overall, it’s a great improvement, but keeping the park clean will require community effort.
a-c-b-d-e
a-b-e-c-d
a-c-d-b-e
a-d-b-c-e
In today’s rapidly changing world, lifelong learning has become more important than ever. (18) ______.
However, lifelong learning can be challenging.
It is important to balance work and personal life.
Technology has made it easier to access educational resources.
Lifelong learning is essential for personal and professional growth.
One of the key benefits of lifelong learning is personal growth. (19) ______.
Lifelong learning can lead to increased stress and anxiety.
It is important to focus on one’s career goals.
By learning new things, individuals can boost their self-esteem and confidence.
Lifelong learning can be expensive and time-consuming.
Lifelong learning can also lead to professional advancement. (20) ______.
Lifelong learning can lead to job loss.
By acquiring new skills, individuals can increase their employability.
Lifelong learning is only for those who are unemployed.
It is important to focus on traditional education.
However, lifelong learning can be challenging. (21) ______
It is important to set realistic goals.
Lifelong learning can be expensive and time-consuming.
Technology has made it easier to access educational resources.
Lifelong learning is essential for personal and professional growth
To make the most of lifelong learning, it is essential to set clear goals and create a personalized learning plan. (22) ______.
It is important to find a balance between work and learning.
By breaking down larger goals into smaller, achievable steps, individuals can stay motivated and make progress.
Lifelong learning can lead to increased stress and anxiety.
It is important to focus on one’s career goals.
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a threat to wildlife?
deforestation
pollution
climate change
urbanization
The word ‘establishment’ in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to ______.
creation
destruction
preservation
alteration
The word ‘their’ in paragraph 3 refers to ______.
natural habitats
conservationists
populations
species
The word ‘pivotal’ in paragraph 4 could be best replaced by ______.
trivial
crucial
secondary
irrelevant
Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 5?
Technological advancements hinder conservation efforts.
There is no alternative to technology in saving wildlife.
Technology could be another way to aid conservation efforts.
Technology should be the only focus in wildlife conservation.
Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?
Only national parks can protect endangered species.
Reintroduction of species has never been successful.
Education campaigns foster community involvement.
Technological advancements are irrelevant to conservation.
In which paragraph does the writer mention a present causal relationship?
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 4
In which paragraph does the writer explore modern methods for maintaining endangered species?
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 5
Where in paragraph 1 does the following sentence best fit?
For many, the elegance of mathematical concepts often goes unnoticed amidst
the complexity.
[I]
[II]
[III]
[IV]
The word ‘restricted’ in paragraph 2 is OPPOSITE in meaning to ______.
contained
expanded
confined
enclosed
The phrase ‘secret sauce’ in paragraph 3 could be best replaced by ______.
unexpected benefit
mysterious feature
unnatural ability
special element
According to the passage, which of the following is NOT mentioned as a feature or benefit of thePenrose tool?
It allows users to create diagrams from mathematical expressions.
It can produce high-quality illustrations without requiring advanced drawing skills.
It enables users to communicate mathematical ideas using a programming language.
It can automatically generate solutions to complex mathematical problems.
The word ‘they’ in paragraph 4 refers to ______.
users
diagrams
possibilities
ideas
Which of the following best summarizes paragraph 3?
Penrose allows users to create high-quality diagrams quickly without needing artistic skills.
Diagrams in mathematics are often underused due to the time required to create them.
Penrose enables users to translate mathematical ideas into diagrams using expert knowledge and computer codes.
Katherine Ye discusses the challenges mathematicians face when trying to visualize complex ideas.
Which of the following is NOT TRUE according to the passage?
Mathematical diagrams that are drawn by hand on chalkboards are not long-lasting.
Diagrams are usually not widely used to illustrate or communicate mathematical ideas.
Penrose uses common mathematical rules to draw diagrams for a mathematical object.
Penrose’s developers want to make math easier to understand by using illustrations.
Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 4?
Users can browse and alter the diagrams they like from a variety of choices.
Users can create and adjust the diagrams they desire from a selection of examples.
Users can choose and modify the diagrams they prefer from a collection of options.
Users can view and customize the diagrams they wish to use from an assortment of images.
Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?
Hand-drawn diagrams are not as beautiful and easy to understand as digital diagrams.
In general, mathematicians are not very good at remembering and defining notations.
How a mathematical object should be visualized varies from person to person.
Almost all people consider traditional math textbooks to be extremely boring.