50 câu hỏi
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
country
counter
amount
around
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
loves
spends
cooks
songs
Mark the letter A, 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.
attention
difficult
romantic
society
Mark the letter A, 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.
invite
happen
finish
follow
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.
Japanese initially used jeweled objects to decorate swords and ceremonial items.
Japanese
used
decorate
items
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.
Last week Mark told me that he got very bored with his present job and is looking for a new one.
told
got
is looking
new one
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.
There are many single mothers and single fathers which are raising children by themselves.
are
many
which
themselves
His achievements were partly due to the ______ of his wife.
assistance
assisted
assistant
assist
Were you aware ______ the regulations against smoking in this area?
with
about
of
in
______ had the curtain been raised than the light went out.
Hardly
Scarcely
Only when
No sooner
She got the job ______ the fact that she had very little experience.
although
because
despite
because of
I don't feel like ______ home; what about ______ out for a walk.
staying- going
to stay- to go
to stay- going
staying - to go
We hope to have the law ______ by December.
pass
to pass
passed
passing
Most young people nowadays believe in ______ marriage - first comes love, then comes marriage.
unique
arranged
romantic
contractual
The more you talk about the situation ______.
the worse it seems
it seems the worse
the worse does it seem
it seems worse
This building ______ finished by the end of 2020.
will be
will have been
is going to be
is
If you do not learn seriously, ______ to understand the subject well.
never you will be able.
willyou never be able..
you will never be able.
will never you be able
Vietnam's Got Talent is the gameshow that has taken audiences ______.
by storm
by wind
by night
by heart
I'll introduce to you the man ______ support is necessary for your project.
whom
whose
Who
that
-"What a great haircut, Lucy!"
-" ______ "
Thank you. That's a nice compliment.
It's my pleasure.
Thanks. It's very kind of you to do this.
Oh, yes. That's right.
-James : "Where will you go on vacation?"
-Thomson " ______ "
The beach is nice, isn't it?
Probably I won't think of.
Probably to the beach.
I have a four-day vacation.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
As a government official, Benjamin Franklin often traveled abroad.
overseas
alone
widely
secretly
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
It is required for all students to take the entrance examination in order to attend the university.
useful
compulsory
optional
important
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
All children can attend without paying fees at state schools.
primary schools
secondary schools
highschools
independent schools
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
We are now a 24/7 society where shops and services must be available all hours.
a physical society
an inactive society
a working society
an active society
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the following questions.
" If I were you, I wouldn't make a fuss, " he said.
He accused me of making a fuss.
He advised me not to make a fuss.
He refused to make a fuss.
He denied making a fuss.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the following questions.
The burglar was caught red- handed by the police when he broke into the flat.
The police caught the burglar to break into the flat.
The police caught the burglar when breaking into the flat.
When the burglar had broken into the flat, the police caught him at once.
The police caught the burglar breaking into the flat.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the following questions.
It is reported that the prisoners escaped by means of a helicopter.
The prisoners is reported to have escaped by means of a helicopter.
The prisoners are reported to have escaped by means of a helicopter
The prisoners are reported to escape by means of a helicopter.
The prisoners are reported to have been escaped by means of a helicopter.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following questions.
You don't try to work hard. You will fail in the exam.
Unless you try to work hard, you won't fail in the exam.
Unless do you try to work hard, you will fail in the exam.
Unless you try to work hard, you will fail in the exam.
Unless you don't try to work hard, you will fail in the exam.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following questions.
My brother can't find a job. He is very well-qualified.
My brother can't find a job in spite of he is very well-qualified.
My brother can't find a job even though he is very well-qualified.
My brother can't find a job despite he is very well-qualified.
My brother can't find a job, but he is very well-qualified.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
BOOKS
Nearly all the discoveries that have been made through the ages can (31) ______ in books. The invention of the book is one of humankind's (32) ______ achievements, the importance of which can not be evaluated . Books are very useful, providing us with both entertainment and information. The production of books began in Ancient Egypt, though not in the form that is accessible to us today.The books read by Romans, (33) ______, have some similarities to the ones we read now. Until the middle of the 15th century, in Europe, all books were written by hand. They (34) ______ often beautifully illustrated and always rare and expensive. With printing came the possibility of cheap, large publication and distribution of book making (35) ______ more widespread and reliable.
Điền vào số (31)
found
find
founded
be found
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
BOOKS
Nearly all the discoveries that have been made through the ages can (31) ______ in books. The invention of the book is one of humankind's (32) ______ achievements, the importance of which can not be evaluated . Books are very useful, providing us with both entertainment and information. The production of books began in Ancient Egypt, though not in the form that is accessible to us today.The books read by Romans, (33) ______, have some similarities to the ones we read now. Until the middle of the 15th century, in Europe, all books were written by hand. They (34) ______ often beautifully illustrated and always rare and expensive. With printing came the possibility of cheap, large publication and distribution of book making (35) ______ more widespread and reliable.
Điền vào số (32)
greatest
greatly
great
greater
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
BOOKS
Nearly all the discoveries that have been made through the ages can (31) ______ in books. The invention of the book is one of humankind's (32) ______ achievements, the importance of which can not be evaluated . Books are very useful, providing us with both entertainment and information. The production of books began in Ancient Egypt, though not in the form that is accessible to us today.The books read by Romans, (33) ______, have some similarities to the ones we read now. Until the middle of the 15th century, in Europe, all books were written by hand. They (34) ______ often beautifully illustrated and always rare and expensive. With printing came the possibility of cheap, large publication and distribution of book making (35) ______ more widespread and reliable.
Điền vào số (33)
Because
So
So that
However
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
BOOKS
Nearly all the discoveries that have been made through the ages can (31) ______ in books. The invention of the book is one of humankind's (32) ______ achievements, the importance of which can not be evaluated . Books are very useful, providing us with both entertainment and information. The production of books began in Ancient Egypt, though not in the form that is accessible to us today.The books read by Romans, (33) ______, have some similarities to the ones we read now. Until the middle of the 15th century, in Europe, all books were written by hand. They (34) ______ often beautifully illustrated and always rare and expensive. With printing came the possibility of cheap, large publication and distribution of book making (35) ______ more widespread and reliable.
Điền vào số (34)
are
have
were
have been
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
BOOKS
Nearly all the discoveries that have been made through the ages can (31) ______ in books. The invention of the book is one of humankind's (32) ______ achievements, the importance of which can not be evaluated . Books are very useful, providing us with both entertainment and information. The production of books began in Ancient Egypt, though not in the form that is accessible to us today.The books read by Romans, (33) ______, have some similarities to the ones we read now. Until the middle of the 15th century, in Europe, all books were written by hand. They (34) ______ often beautifully illustrated and always rare and expensive. With printing came the possibility of cheap, large publication and distribution of book making (35) ______ more widespread and reliable.
Điền vào số (35)
known
know
knowledge
knowledgeable
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 36 to 42.
Today, roller skating is easy and fun. But a long time ago, it wasn't easy at all. Before 1750, the idea of skating didn't exist. That changed because of a man named Joseph Merlin. Merlin's work was making musical instruments. In his spare time he liked to play the violin. Joseph Merlin was a man of ideas and dreams. People called him a dreamer.
One day Merlin received an invitation to attend a fancy dress ball. He was very pleased and a little excited. As the day of the party came near, Merlin began to think how to make a grand entrance at the party. He had an idea. He thought he would get a lot of attention if he could skate into the room.
Merlin tried different ways to make himself roll. Finally, he decided to put two wheels under each shoe. These were the first roller skates. Merlin was very proud of his invention as he dreamed of arriving at the party on wheels while playing the violin.
On the night of the party Merlin rolled into the room playing his violin. Everyone was astonished to see him. There was just one problem. Merlin had no way to stop his roller skates. He rolled on and on. Suddenly, he ran into a huge mirror that was hanging on the wall. Down fell the mirror, breaking to pieces. Nobody forgot Merlin's grand entrance for a long time!
The passage is mainly about _______________.
how people enjoyed themselves in the 18th century
a strange man
how roller skating began
an unusual party
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 36 to 42.
Today, roller skating is easy and fun. But a long time ago, it wasn't easy at all. Before 1750, the idea of skating didn't exist. That changed because of a man named Joseph Merlin. Merlin's work was making musical instruments. In his spare time he liked to play the violin. Joseph Merlin was a man of ideas and dreams. People called him a dreamer.
One day Merlin received an invitation to attend a fancy dress ball. He was very pleased and a little excited. As the day of the party came near, Merlin began to think how to make a grand entrance at the party. He had an idea. He thought he would get a lot of attention if he could skate into the room.
Merlin tried different ways to make himself roll. Finally, he decided to put two wheels under each shoe. These were the first roller skates. Merlin was very proud of his invention as he dreamed of arriving at the party on wheels while playing the violin.
On the night of the party Merlin rolled into the room playing his violin. Everyone was astonished to see him. There was just one problem. Merlin had no way to stop his roller skates. He rolled on and on. Suddenly, he ran into a huge mirror that was hanging on the wall. Down fell the mirror, breaking to pieces. Nobody forgot Merlin's grand entrance for a long time!
The word "astonished" in paragraph 4 can be best replaced by ________ .
tired
surprised
embarrassed
polite
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 36 to 42.
Today, roller skating is easy and fun. But a long time ago, it wasn't easy at all. Before 1750, the idea of skating didn't exist. That changed because of a man named Joseph Merlin. Merlin's work was making musical instruments. In his spare time he liked to play the violin. Joseph Merlin was a man of ideas and dreams. People called him a dreamer.
One day Merlin received an invitation to attend a fancy dress ball. He was very pleased and a little excited. As the day of the party came near, Merlin began to think how to make a grand entrance at the party. He had an idea. He thought he would get a lot of attention if he could skate into the room.
Merlin tried different ways to make himself roll. Finally, he decided to put two wheels under each shoe. These were the first roller skates. Merlin was very proud of his invention as he dreamed of arriving at the party on wheels while playing the violin.
On the night of the party Merlin rolled into the room playing his violin. Everyone was astonished to see him. There was just one problem. Merlin had no way to stop his roller skates. He rolled on and on. Suddenly, he ran into a huge mirror that was hanging on the wall. Down fell the mirror, breaking to pieces. Nobody forgot Merlin's grand entrance for a long time!
Merlin put wheels under his shoes in order to ____________.
impress the party guests
arrive at the party sooner
show his skill in walking on wheels
test his invention
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 36 to 42.
Today, roller skating is easy and fun. But a long time ago, it wasn't easy at all. Before 1750, the idea of skating didn't exist. That changed because of a man named Joseph Merlin. Merlin's work was making musical instruments. In his spare time he liked to play the violin. Joseph Merlin was a man of ideas and dreams. People called him a dreamer.
One day Merlin received an invitation to attend a fancy dress ball. He was very pleased and a little excited. As the day of the party came near, Merlin began to think how to make a grand entrance at the party. He had an idea. He thought he would get a lot of attention if he could skate into the room.
Merlin tried different ways to make himself roll. Finally, he decided to put two wheels under each shoe. These were the first roller skates. Merlin was very proud of his invention as he dreamed of arriving at the party on wheels while playing the violin.
On the night of the party Merlin rolled into the room playing his violin. Everyone was astonished to see him. There was just one problem. Merlin had no way to stop his roller skates. He rolled on and on. Suddenly, he ran into a huge mirror that was hanging on the wall. Down fell the mirror, breaking to pieces. Nobody forgot Merlin's grand entrance for a long time!
The word "ball" in paragraph 2 probably means _________.
game
party
round object
match
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 36 to 42.
Today, roller skating is easy and fun. But a long time ago, it wasn't easy at all. Before 1750, the idea of skating didn't exist. That changed because of a man named Joseph Merlin. Merlin's work was making musical instruments. In his spare time he liked to play the violin. Joseph Merlin was a man of ideas and dreams. People called him a dreamer.
One day Merlin received an invitation to attend a fancy dress ball. He was very pleased and a little excited. As the day of the party came near, Merlin began to think how to make a grand entrance at the party. He had an idea. He thought he would get a lot of attention if he could skate into the room.
Merlin tried different ways to make himself roll. Finally, he decided to put two wheels under each shoe. These were the first roller skates. Merlin was very proud of his invention as he dreamed of arriving at the party on wheels while playing the violin.
On the night of the party Merlin rolled into the room playing his violin. Everyone was astonished to see him. There was just one problem. Merlin had no way to stop his roller skates. He rolled on and on. Suddenly, he ran into a huge mirror that was hanging on the wall. Down fell the mirror, breaking to pieces. Nobody forgot Merlin's grand entrance for a long time!
People thought Merlin was a dreamer because he ___________.
was a gifted musician
invented the roller skates
often gave others surprises
was full of imagination
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 36 to 42.
Today, roller skating is easy and fun. But a long time ago, it wasn't easy at all. Before 1750, the idea of skating didn't exist. That changed because of a man named Joseph Merlin. Merlin's work was making musical instruments. In his spare time he liked to play the violin. Joseph Merlin was a man of ideas and dreams. People called him a dreamer.
One day Merlin received an invitation to attend a fancy dress ball. He was very pleased and a little excited. As the day of the party came near, Merlin began to think how to make a grand entrance at the party. He had an idea. He thought he would get a lot of attention if he could skate into the room.
Merlin tried different ways to make himself roll. Finally, he decided to put two wheels under each shoe. These were the first roller skates. Merlin was very proud of his invention as he dreamed of arriving at the party on wheels while playing the violin.
On the night of the party Merlin rolled into the room playing his violin. Everyone was astonished to see him. There was just one problem. Merlin had no way to stop his roller skates. He rolled on and on. Suddenly, he ran into a huge mirror that was hanging on the wall. Down fell the mirror, breaking to pieces. Nobody forgot Merlin's grand entrance for a long time!
What is the main point the writer is trying to make in the last paragraph?
Merlin got himself into trouble.
Merlin succeeded beyond expectation.
The roller skates needed further improvement.
The party guests took Merlin for a fool.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 36 to 42.
Today, roller skating is easy and fun. But a long time ago, it wasn't easy at all. Before 1750, the idea of skating didn't exist. That changed because of a man named Joseph Merlin. Merlin's work was making musical instruments. In his spare time he liked to play the violin. Joseph Merlin was a man of ideas and dreams. People called him a dreamer.
One day Merlin received an invitation to attend a fancy dress ball. He was very pleased and a little excited. As the day of the party came near, Merlin began to think how to make a grand entrance at the party. He had an idea. He thought he would get a lot of attention if he could skate into the room.
Merlin tried different ways to make himself roll. Finally, he decided to put two wheels under each shoe. These were the first roller skates. Merlin was very proud of his invention as he dreamed of arriving at the party on wheels while playing the violin.
On the night of the party Merlin rolled into the room playing his violin. Everyone was astonished to see him. There was just one problem. Merlin had no way to stop his roller skates. He rolled on and on. Suddenly, he ran into a huge mirror that was hanging on the wall. Down fell the mirror, breaking to pieces. Nobody forgot Merlin's grand entrance for a long time!
The word "These" in paragraph 3 refers to ____.
wheels
roller skates
different ways
shoes
Read the following passage and mark the letter A , B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 43 to 50.
When we moved to our new house near the sea, I was eight years old. Even before that I had spent every summer messing about on boats. My dad had taught me to sail before I learnt to ride a bike so I knew how I wanted to spend my time at the new house- I was going to get my own boat and sail it everyday. The house was only a few meters from the water's edge, and in rough weather the waves would come crashing into the front garden. I used to sit with my nose pressed to the glass, fascinated by the power of the ocean. I grew up watching the skies to see if it was going to rain; would I be going sailing that afternoon or not?
Of course I sometimes wished I could live in the town like my friends. I used to get angry with my parents, who had taken early retirement because they seemed incapable of getting anywhere on time. Dad drove me the eight miles to school everyday, but I was often late because he had been walking on the cliffs earlier in the morning and had lost track of time. When I was taking my university entrance exams, I used to stay over at a friend's in town, just in case. All in all, I was lucky to grow up by the sea and I still love to sail.
At the age of eight, the writer's house was _______.
in the town
under the mountain
on boat
by the sea
Read the following passage and mark the letter A , B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 43 to 50.
When we moved to our new house near the sea, I was eight years old. Even before that I had spent every summer messing about on boats. My dad had taught me to sail before I learnt to ride a bike so I knew how I wanted to spend my time at the new house- I was going to get my own boat and sail it everyday. The house was only a few meters from the water's edge, and in rough weather the waves would come crashing into the front garden. I used to sit with my nose pressed to the glass, fascinated by the power of the ocean. I grew up watching the skies to see if it was going to rain; would I be going sailing that afternoon or not?
Of course I sometimes wished I could live in the town like my friends. I used to get angry with my parents, who had taken early retirement because they seemed incapable of getting anywhere on time. Dad drove me the eight miles to school everyday, but I was often late because he had been walking on the cliffs earlier in the morning and had lost track of time. When I was taking my university entrance exams, I used to stay over at a friend's in town, just in case. All in all, I was lucky to grow up by the sea and I still love to sail.
The word "rough"in the passage is closest in meaning to ___________.
forceful
beautiful
careful
easy
Read the following passage and mark the letter A , B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 43 to 50.
When we moved to our new house near the sea, I was eight years old. Even before that I had spent every summer messing about on boats. My dad had taught me to sail before I learnt to ride a bike so I knew how I wanted to spend my time at the new house- I was going to get my own boat and sail it everyday. The house was only a few meters from the water's edge, and in rough weather the waves would come crashing into the front garden. I used to sit with my nose pressed to the glass, fascinated by the power of the ocean. I grew up watching the skies to see if it was going to rain; would I be going sailing that afternoon or not?
Of course I sometimes wished I could live in the town like my friends. I used to get angry with my parents, who had taken early retirement because they seemed incapable of getting anywhere on time. Dad drove me the eight miles to school everyday, but I was often late because he had been walking on the cliffs earlier in the morning and had lost track of time. When I was taking my university entrance exams, I used to stay over at a friend's in town, just in case. All in all, I was lucky to grow up by the sea and I still love to sail.
The writer's father retired early because ___________.
he walked on the cliffs every morning.
he was unable to get anywhere on time.
he had to drive his kid to school everyday
he lost rack of time.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A , B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 43 to 50.
When we moved to our new house near the sea, I was eight years old. Even before that I had spent every summer messing about on boats. My dad had taught me to sail before I learnt to ride a bike so I knew how I wanted to spend my time at the new house- I was going to get my own boat and sail it everyday. The house was only a few meters from the water's edge, and in rough weather the waves would come crashing into the front garden. I used to sit with my nose pressed to the glass, fascinated by the power of the ocean. I grew up watching the skies to see if it was going to rain; would I be going sailing that afternoon or not?
Of course I sometimes wished I could live in the town like my friends. I used to get angry with my parents, who had taken early retirement because they seemed incapable of getting anywhere on time. Dad drove me the eight miles to school everyday, but I was often late because he had been walking on the cliffs earlier in the morning and had lost track of time. When I was taking my university entrance exams, I used to stay over at a friend's in town, just in case. All in all, I was lucky to grow up by the sea and I still love to sail.
According to the passage, all of the following are true EXCEPT ___________.
the writer didn't know how to sail.
house to school was 8 miles.
the waves came crashing into the writer's front garden in bad weather.
the write moved to a new house when he was 8.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A , B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 43 to 50.
When we moved to our new house near the sea, I was eight years old. Even before that I had spent every summer messing about on boats. My dad had taught me to sail before I learnt to ride a bike so I knew how I wanted to spend my time at the new house- I was going to get my own boat and sail it everyday. The house was only a few meters from the water's edge, and in rough weather the waves would come crashing into the front garden. I used to sit with my nose pressed to the glass, fascinated by the power of the ocean. I grew up watching the skies to see if it was going to rain; would I be going sailing that afternoon or not?
Of course I sometimes wished I could live in the town like my friends. I used to get angry with my parents, who had taken early retirement because they seemed incapable of getting anywhere on time. Dad drove me the eight miles to school everyday, but I was often late because he had been walking on the cliffs earlier in the morning and had lost track of time. When I was taking my university entrance exams, I used to stay over at a friend's in town, just in case. All in all, I was lucky to grow up by the sea and I still love to sail.
Growing up by the sea, the writer felt ___________.
excited
angry
unlucky
lucky
Read the following passage and mark the letter A , B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 43 to 50.
When we moved to our new house near the sea, I was eight years old. Even before that I had spent every summer messing about on boats. My dad had taught me to sail before I learnt to ride a bike so I knew how I wanted to spend my time at the new house- I was going to get my own boat and sail it everyday. The house was only a few meters from the water's edge, and in rough weather the waves would come crashing into the front garden. I used to sit with my nose pressed to the glass, fascinated by the power of the ocean. I grew up watching the skies to see if it was going to rain; would I be going sailing that afternoon or not?
Of course I sometimes wished I could live in the town like my friends. I used to get angry with my parents, who had taken early retirement because they seemed incapable of getting anywhere on time. Dad drove me the eight miles to school everyday, but I was often late because he had been walking on the cliffs earlier in the morning and had lost track of time. When I was taking my university entrance exams, I used to stay over at a friend's in town, just in case. All in all, I was lucky to grow up by the sea and I still love to sail.
The writer learnt to sail ___________
When he/ she was eight.
when his family moved to a new house
before going to school.
before learning to ride a bi
Read the following passage and mark the letter A , B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 43 to 50.
When we moved to our new house near the sea, I was eight years old. Even before that I had spent every summer messing about on boats. My dad had taught me to sail before I learnt to ride a bike so I knew how I wanted to spend my time at the new house- I was going to get my own boat and sail it everyday. The house was only a few meters from the water's edge, and in rough weather the waves would come crashing into the front garden. I used to sit with my nose pressed to the glass, fascinated by the power of the ocean. I grew up watching the skies to see if it was going to rain; would I be going sailing that afternoon or not?
Of course I sometimes wished I could live in the town like my friends. I used to get angry with my parents, who had taken early retirement because they seemed incapable of getting anywhere on time. Dad drove me the eight miles to school everyday, but I was often late because he had been walking on the cliffs earlier in the morning and had lost track of time. When I was taking my university entrance exams, I used to stay over at a friend's in town, just in case. All in all, I was lucky to grow up by the sea and I still love to sail.
When taking the university entrance exams, ___________.
the weather was terrible
the writer's family moved to a new house by the sea
the writer had to live in a friend's house
the writer's father drove him/ her to university.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A , B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 43 to 50.
When we moved to our new house near the sea, I was eight years old. Even before that I had spent every summer messing about on boats. My dad had taught me to sail before I learnt to ride a bike so I knew how I wanted to spend my time at the new house- I was going to get my own boat and sail it everyday. The house was only a few meters from the water's edge, and in rough weather the waves would come crashing into the front garden. I used to sit with my nose pressed to the glass, fascinated by the power of the ocean. I grew up watching the skies to see if it was going to rain; would I be going sailing that afternoon or not?
Of course I sometimes wished I could live in the town like my friends. I used to get angry with my parents, who had taken early retirement because they seemed incapable of getting anywhere on time. Dad drove me the eight miles to school everyday, but I was often late because he had been walking on the cliffs earlier in the morning and had lost track of time. When I was taking my university entrance exams, I used to stay over at a friend's in town, just in case. All in all, I was lucky to grow up by the sea and I still love to sail.
The phrase "All in all "in the passage is closest in meaning to ___________.
In all
In the whole
On general
On the whole

