40 CÂU HỎI
Nowadays, many people are choosing to leave the city in search (1) ______ a healthier lifestyle in the country.
A. for
B. from
C. of
D. off
With remote work made (2) ______ by technology, moving away from urban centers has become more feasible.
A. ease
B. easier
C. easily
D. more easily
Violent crime (3) ______ are lower, the air is cleaner, and there are fewer fast-food restaurants.
A. waves
B. rates
C. levels
D. activities
As (4) ______, there are fewer deaths from cancer and heart disease.
A. a result
B. a rule
C. a matter of fact
D. a whole
For example, adults in urban areas smoke less and (5) ______.
A. are more active physically
B. are more physically active
C. are physically more active
D. physically are more active
The countryside with its smaller population, (6) ______, sees twice as many vehicle deaths as the bustling city.
A. obviously
B. admittedly
C. consequently
D. surprisingly
We are looking for (7) ______ people to join our team, welcoming customers and arranging window displays.
A. detail-oriented
B. hard-working
C. well-behaved
D. easy-going
No experience (8) ______.
A. requires
B. would require
C. be required
D. is required
We offer an hourly wage plus additional benefits like free meals and (9) ______ overtime pay.
A. a
B. an
C. the
D. (no article)
Are you looking for (10) ______ work?
A. freelance
B. manual
C. casual
D. permanent
We need someone (11) ______ care of a two-year-old child every morning from Monday to Friday.
A. taken
B. taking
C. to take
D. that takes
The perfect candidate should be (12) ______, reliable, good with young children and preferably female.
A. analytical
B. idealistic
C. persuasive
D. responsible
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the best arrangement of sentences to make a meaningful exchange or text in each of the following questions from 13 to 17.
a. Olivia: Are you drinking coffee? That’s new.
b. Olivia: You do look tired. Did you get enough sleep last night?
c. Ashley: You’re right. I usually don’t drink coffee, but I need it today to wake up.
(Adapted from Explore New Worlds 11 – Unit 4. The body)
A. a-c-b
B. b-c-a
C. c-b-a
D. a-b-c
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the best arrangement of sentences to make a meaningful exchange or text in each of the following questions from 13 to 17.
a. Helen: Well I think that kind of business is pretty straightforward. People are always buying stuff like that.
b. Jim: It’s definitely different from what I’m used to. I’ve never produced stationery ever.
c. Helen: It’s been miserable. I’ve been picking up extra shifts to finish the floor.
d. Jim: Sure. How’s the construction of the hospital going?
e. Helen: Hello Jim. How’s work at the company?
(Adapted from ThiNK 12 – Unit 3)
A. e-b-a-d-c
B. e-d-a-b-c
C. e-d-c-b-a
D. e-b-c-d-a
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the best arrangement of sentences to make a meaningful exchange or text in each of the following questions from 13 to 17.
Dear Marcus,
Thanks for your letter. It was great hearing from you.
a. Without a plan, it’s easy to forget or convince yourself you’re too busy.
b. It would be a good idea to pick an activity or sport you genuinely enjoy, like football.
c. It’s sad to hear that you are struggling to get into shape. It’s definitely tough, but I’ve got some tips that might help!
d. Another thing you could do is to create a fitness schedule. Plan exactly when you’ll exercise so it becomes a part of your routine.
e. When you’re having fun, you’re more likely to stick with it and do it regularly. Most people give up on exercising because it feels boring or like a chore.
I hope I’ve helped somehow. Write back and tell me how you get on.
Yours,
Sharon
(Adapted from Bright 11 – Unit 7. Healthy lifestyle)
A. c-a-d-b-e
B. c-b-e-d-a
C. c-e-b-a-d
D. c-d-a-e-b
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the best arrangement of sentences to make a meaningful exchange or text in each of the following questions from 13 to 17.
a. This helps her save money and plan for the future more easily.
b. But the best part is perhaps that the job comes with great perks, such as a company outing each year, dinners and parties, health insurance, and even a gym membership.
c. The job has some pretty good advantages, one of which is that she gets a regular salary, meaning she makes the same money each month.
d. My mom is an accountant. She keeps track of the money that her company makes and spends. It’s a nine-to-five job, and she really likes it.
e. The work-life balance of a nine-to-five job is also not terrible because you have evenings off, and you don’t usually work on the weekends.
(Adapted from i-Learn Smart World 12 – Unit 3. World of Work)
A. d-c-a-e-b
B. d-e-b-c-a
C. d-c-e-a-b
D. d-e-c-b-a
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the best arrangement of sentences to make a meaningful exchange or text in each of the following questions from 13 to 17.
a. Health check-ups? They make you ill!
b. Seeing your doctor to have regular health check-ups can actually harm your health.
c. Your doctor tells you your lifestyle is unhealthy, and this news adds to your already high stress levels.
d. Tired and stressed, you drive badly through traffic queues, knowing that you will have to do overtime to catch up the next day.
e. You have to book an appointment, then your work schedule changes that day and you end up rushing to the doctor’s after work.
(Adapted from C-21 Smart 11 – Unit 1. Healthy lifestyle)
A. a-b-c-d-e
B. b-a-e-c-d
C. a-e-b-d-c
D. b-e-d-c-a
Not only was he an exceptional teacher, but he also became a symbol of passion and determination, (18) ______.
A. having motivated a lot of people in Vietnam
B. inspiring countless people throughout Vietnam
C. motivated a great number of people in Vietnam
D. which inspire many people throughout Vietnam
At the age of four, he (19) ______.
A. was contracted by life-threatening polio, meaning he could not use his arms
B. whose a life-threatening disease called polio made him unable to use his arms
C. contracted polio, a life-threatening disease that left him unable to use his arms
D. got polio contracted, a disease so life-threatening that he could not use his arms
Learning how to write using his feet, (20) ______.
A. such was his excellent performace at school
B. he later performed very well at school
C. his performace at school was excellent
D. they helped him perform well at school
Over the years, (21) ______.
A. he had both been known as an inspiring teacher and helped many students
B. he had either helped many students or been known as an inspiring teacher
C. he had helped many students and gained a reputation as an inspiring teacher
D. due to the reputation as an inspiring teacher, he had helped many students
(22) ______.
A. Working as a psychotherapist, his main job was to write books in this field.
B. He was a prolific author as well as a talented psychotherapist during his time.
C. The retirement from teaching led him to become a psychotherapist and a writer.
D. He worked as a psychotherapist and continued writing books after his retirement.
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a food choice that can be found in modern supermarkets?
A. poultry
B. baked goods
C. fresh produce
D. dairy products
The word ‘inducing’ in paragraph 1 could be best replaced by ______.
A. bringing about
B. getting around
C. running into
D. sorting out
The word ‘They’ in paragraph 3 refers to ______.
A. early human beings
B. our favorite dishes
C. paleo diet followers
D. ingredients in a paleo diet
The word ‘varied’ in paragraph 4 is OPPOSITE in meaning to ______.
A. abundant
B. limited
C. balanced
D. mixed
Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 4?
A. Our ancestors had been eating a wide range of local foods before the farming era.
B. Before farming, people had access to various foods based on their location and climate.
C. Many types of food are known to have been available to early humans before they became farmers.
D. Humans used to live in many places, making them used to growing different foods in different climates.
Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?
A. Modern health problems are linked to the start of farming around 1,200 years ago.
B. A paleo diet is unique in that it excludes familiar ingredients like animal proteins.
C. It has been proven that early humans had healthier diets than modern humans.
D. Dr. Ungar believes humans are naturally adaptable to different diets.
In how many paragraphs is a comparative relationship mentioned?
A. One
B. Two
C. Three
D. Four
In which paragraph does the writer suggest the idea that abundance does not necessarily equal positive outcomes?
A. Paragraph 1
B. Paragraph 2
C. Paragraph 3
D. Paragraph 4
Where in paragraph 1 or paragraph 2 does the following sentence best fit?
This leads to one specific degree, intended for one type of job.
A. [I]
B. [II]
C. [III]
D. [IV]
What does the phrase ‘jack of all trades, master of none’ mean as used in paragraph 3?
A. Someone who is skilled at many things but not an expert in any of them.
B. Someone who cannot be master of anything because they lack focus.
C. Someone who specializes in one field and ignores others.
D. Someone who struggles to find a career path.
The word ‘it’ in paragraph 4 refers to ______.
A. the reality
B. the workforce
C. a particular vocation
D. a purpose in life
Which of the following best summarises paragraph 4?
A. The decline of lifelong vocations
B. The rise of multi-career work style
C. Changing trends in career paths
D. Differences in generations’ work lives
The word ‘flexibly’ in paragraph 5is OPPOSITE in meaning to ______.
A. independently
B. optimistically
C. rigidly
D. spontaneously
Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?
A. Teens are pushed to narrow down a field to follow based on what they excel at.
B. The modern workplace stresses the importance of flexibility over personal choice.
C. Those with many passions may feel they don’t have a clear sense of direction.
D. People of older generations were more loyal to their employer compared to their children.
Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?
A. Most people have a clear and singular calling in life.
B. Today’s workforce is focused on finding long-term job stability.
C. Career guidance books discourage choosing a single career path.
D. Specialisation is becoming less important in the modern workplace.
Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 1?
A. Answers involving multiple careers are less encouraged as we grow older.
B. People are less accepting of ambitious and creative career choices as we mature.
C. It’s unlikely that adolescents will pursue their imaginative childhood dream jobs.
D. During adolescence, society expects more realistic and focused career aspirations.
Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?
A. The ‘jack of all trades’ label is seen as a positive.
B. Self-direction is crucial in the modern job market.
C. Young people today value financial stability over career variety.
D. People with diverse interests are more satisfied in life than specialists.
Which of the following best summarises the passage?
A. Achieving personal and professional fulfillment requires choosing a single career path that aligns with one’s strengths and focusing on it throughout life.
B. The challenges of finding a single, realistic dream job highlight the importance of balancing multiple interests while maintaining a sense of purpose and stability.
C. The modern workforce is moving away from the traditional concept of fixed careers, embracing flexibility and diverse paths that suit individual preferences.
D. Career guidance methods should evolve to help individuals identify their strengths and focus on a specific profession to achieve long-term success in their chosen field.