KỲ THI THỬ THPT QUỐC GIA NĂM 2019 MÔN TIẾNG ANH(P16)
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KỲ THI THỬ THPT QUỐC GIA NĂM 2019 MÔN TIẾNG ANH(P16)

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1. Trắc nghiệm
• 1 điểm

Mark the letter A, 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.

stops

speaks

works

washes

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D

A./s/            B./s/            C./s/            D./ɪz/

2. Trắc nghiệm
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Mark the letter A, 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.

habitat

rhinoceros

however

hospital

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B

A./h/    B. ‘h’là âm câm-không phát âm  C./h/    D./h/

3. Trắc nghiệm
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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.

In the first two decades of its existence, the cinema developed rapidly

weakly

Slowly

Leisurely

shortly

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B

“rapidly”: một cách nhanh chóng

Trái nghĩa là “slowly”: chậm chạp, chậm rãi

4. Trắc nghiệm
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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.

To be honest, I go to the museums once in a blue moon.

from time to time

once in a while

very often

seldom

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C

“once in a blue moon”: rất hiếm, hiếm khi

Trái nghĩa là “very often”: rất thường xuyên

5. Trắc nghiệm
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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.

Life on Earth is disappearing fast and will continue to do so unless urgent action is taken.

damaging

polluting

vanishing

destroying

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C

“disappear” = “vanish”: biến mất, tan biến, tiêu tan

6. Trắc nghiệm
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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.

Currently, there are more deer in the United States than at any other time in our history. 

Before long

At present

Up to now

At once

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B

“currently” = “at present”: gần đây, hiện nay

7. Trắc nghiệm
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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.

He was asked to account for his presence at the scene of the crime.

exchange

arrange

explain

complain

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C

“account for” = “explain”: giải thích lý do cho việc gì

8. Trắc nghiệm
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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.(D)

Of the two lectures, the first (A)was by far the best(B), partly because the person who (C)delivered it had such a (D)dynamic style.

the first

the best

who

such a

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A

“the best” -> “the better”

Ở đây là so sánh giữa 2 vật, nên chỉ dùng so sánh hơn mà không cần dùng so sánh nhất. “the” đóng vai trò là mạo từ (trong the lecture) chứ không phải the trong cấu trúc so sánh nhất (the most hay the adj+est)

9. Trắc nghiệm
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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.(D)

Although his family was (A)very poor(B), but (C)he had a good education. (D) 

was

poor

but

education

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C

Bỏ “but”. Vế sau của Although không có từ but

10. Trắc nghiệm
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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.(D)

The minister (A)blamed lower production figures for (B)a severe shortage (C)of raw material and frequent strikes (D)by workers. 

minister

for

severe shortage

frequent strikes

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B

“for” -> “on”

“blame on st/sb”: đổ lỗi cho ai/cái gì

Còn “blame for st”: có lỗi về việc gì

11. Trắc nghiệm
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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.(D)

A basic (A)knowledge of social studies,  such as history(B)and geography, are (C)considered a basic part of the education of every child(D). 

basic

history

are

child

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A

“are” -> “is”

Chủ ngữ là A basic knowledge – số ít, nên động từ to be đúng là is

12. Trắc nghiệm
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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.(D)

Around (A)75 percents(B)of the earth's surface (C)is covered by water. (D) 

Around

percents

earth's surface

wate

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C

“percents” -> “percent”

Số chỉ % không chia số nhiều, giống như million hay billion

13. Trắc nghiệm
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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.

Although most universities in the United States are on a semester system, which offers classes in the fall and spring, some schools observe a quarter system comprised of fall, winter, spring, and summer quarters. The academic year, September to June, is divided into three quarters of eleven weeks each beginning in September, January, and March: the summer quarter, June to August, is composed of shorter sessions of varied lengths.

There are several advantages and disadvantages to the quarter system. On the plus side, students who wish to complete their degrees in less than the customary four years may take advantage of the opportunity to study year round by enrolling in all four quarters. In addition, although most students begin their programs in the fall quarter, they may enter at the beginning of any other quarters. Finally, since the physical facilities are kept in operation year round, the resources are used effectively to serve the greatest number of students. But there are several disadvantages as well. Many faculties complain that the eleven- week term is simply not enough for them to cover the material required by most college courses. Students also find it difficult to complete the assignments in such a short period of time.

In order to combine the advantages of the quarter system with those of the semester system some colleges and universities have instituted a three-term trimester system. In fourteen weeks, faculty and students have more time to cover material and finish course requirements, but the additional term provides options for admission during the year and accelerates the degree programs for those students who wish to graduate early.

The word "customary" in paragraph 2 could best be replaced by________.

long

Default

traditional

limited

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C

"customary" = “traditional”: theo thường lệ, theo truyền thống

14. Trắc nghiệm
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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.

Although most universities in the United States are on a semester system, which offers classes in the fall and spring, some schools observe a quarter system comprised of fall, winter, spring, and summer quarters. The academic year, September to June, is divided into three quarters of eleven weeks each beginning in September, January, and March: the summer quarter, June to August, is composed of shorter sessions of varied lengths.

There are several advantages and disadvantages to the quarter system. On the plus side, students who wish to complete their degrees in less than the customary four years may take advantage of the opportunity to study year round by enrolling in all four quarters. In addition, although most students begin their programs in the fall quarter, they may enter at the beginning of any other quarters. Finally, since the physical facilities are kept in operation year round, the resources are used effectively to serve the greatest number of students. But there are several disadvantages as well. Many faculties complain that the eleven- week term is simply not enough for them to cover the material required by most college courses. Students also find it difficult to complete the assignments in such a short period of time.

In order to combine the advantages of the quarter system with those of the semester system some colleges and universities have instituted a three-term trimester system. In fourteen weeks, faculty and students have more time to cover material and finish course requirements, but the additional term provides options for admission during the year and accelerates the degree programs for those students who wish to graduate early.

When is the academic year? 

August to June

June to August

September to July

September to June

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D

Thông tin ở câu thứ 2 của đoạn 1: “The academic year, September to June”

15. Trắc nghiệm
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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.

Although most universities in the United States are on a semester system, which offers classes in the fall and spring, some schools observe a quarter system comprised of fall, winter, spring, and summer quarters. The academic year, September to June, is divided into three quarters of eleven weeks each beginning in September, January, and March: the summer quarter, June to August, is composed of shorter sessions of varied lengths.

There are several advantages and disadvantages to the quarter system. On the plus side, students who wish to complete their degrees in less than the customary four years may take advantage of the opportunity to study year round by enrolling in all four quarters. In addition, although most students begin their programs in the fall quarter, they may enter at the beginning of any other quarters. Finally, since the physical facilities are kept in operation year round, the resources are used effectively to serve the greatest number of students. But there are several disadvantages as well. Many faculties complain that the eleven- week term is simply not enough for them to cover the material required by most college courses. Students also find it difficult to complete the assignments in such a short period of time.

In order to combine the advantages of the quarter system with those of the semester system some colleges and universities have instituted a three-term trimester system. In fourteen weeks, faculty and students have more time to cover material and finish course requirements, but the additional term provides options for admission during the year and accelerates the degree programs for those students who wish to graduate early.

Where would this passage most probably be found?

In a American newspaper

In a dictionary published in the United States

In a general guide to colleges and universities in the United States

In a college catalog for a university in the United States

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C

Bài viết này có thể tìm thấy ở sách hướng dẫn chung về đại học và cao đẳng ở Mỹ. Bài viết cung cấp những kiến thức chung về đại học, về ưu nhược điểm và cách kết hợp nhiều ưu điểm,…

16. Trắc nghiệm
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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.

Although most universities in the United States are on a semester system, which offers classes in the fall and spring, some schools observe a quarter system comprised of fall, winter, spring, and summer quarters. The academic year, September to June, is divided into three quarters of eleven weeks each beginning in September, January, and March: the summer quarter, June to August, is composed of shorter sessions of varied lengths.

There are several advantages and disadvantages to the quarter system. On the plus side, students who wish to complete their degrees in less than the customary four years may take advantage of the opportunity to study year round by enrolling in all four quarters. In addition, although most students begin their programs in the fall quarter, they may enter at the beginning of any other quarters. Finally, since the physical facilities are kept in operation year round, the resources are used effectively to serve the greatest number of students. But there are several disadvantages as well. Many faculties complain that the eleven- week term is simply not enough for them to cover the material required by most college courses. Students also find it difficult to complete the assignments in such a short period of time.

In order to combine the advantages of the quarter system with those of the semester system some colleges and universities have instituted a three-term trimester system. In fourteen weeks, faculty and students have more time to cover material and finish course requirements, but the additional term provides options for admission during the year and accelerates the degree programs for those students who wish to graduate early.

A semester system______________.

has eleven-week sessions

isn't very popular in the United States

has two major sessions a year

gives students the opportunity to study year round

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C

A semester system has two major sessions a year (hệ thống học kỳ có 2 kỳ mỗi năm) đó là: September to June và June to August

17. Trắc nghiệm
• 1 điểm

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.

Although most universities in the United States are on a semester system, which offers classes in the fall and spring, some schools observe a quarter system comprised of fall, winter, spring, and summer quarters. The academic year, September to June, is divided into three quarters of eleven weeks each beginning in September, January, and March: the summer quarter, June to August, is composed of shorter sessions of varied lengths.

There are several advantages and disadvantages to the quarter system. On the plus side, students who wish to complete their degrees in less than the customary four years may take advantage of the opportunity to study year round by enrolling in all four quarters. In addition, although most students begin their programs in the fall quarter, they may enter at the beginning of any other quarters. Finally, since the physical facilities are kept in operation year round, the resources are used effectively to serve the greatest number of students. But there are several disadvantages as well. Many faculties complain that the eleven- week term is simply not enough for them to cover the material required by most college courses. Students also find it difficult to complete the assignments in such a short period of time.

In order to combine the advantages of the quarter system with those of the semester system some colleges and universities have instituted a three-term trimester system. In fourteen weeks, faculty and students have more time to cover material and finish course requirements, but the additional term provides options for admission during the year and accelerates the degree programs for those students who wish to graduate early.

The word "instituted" in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to_______.

attracted

established

considered

familiarized

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B

"instituted" = “established”: thành lập, mở, tiến hành  

18. Trắc nghiệm
• 1 điểm

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.

Although most universities in the United States are on a semester system, which offers classes in the fall and spring, some schools observe a quarter system comprised of fall, winter, spring, and summer quarters. The academic year, September to June, is divided into three quarters of eleven weeks each beginning in September, January, and March: the summer quarter, June to August, is composed of shorter sessions of varied lengths.

There are several advantages and disadvantages to the quarter system. On the plus side, students who wish to complete their degrees in less than the customary four years may take advantage of the opportunity to study year round by enrolling in all four quarters. In addition, although most students begin their programs in the fall quarter, they may enter at the beginning of any other quarters. Finally, since the physical facilities are kept in operation year round, the resources are used effectively to serve the greatest number of students. But there are several disadvantages as well. Many faculties complain that the eleven- week term is simply not enough for them to cover the material required by most college courses. Students also find it difficult to complete the assignments in such a short period of time.

In order to combine the advantages of the quarter system with those of the semester system some colleges and universities have instituted a three-term trimester system. In fourteen weeks, faculty and students have more time to cover material and finish course requirements, but the additional term provides options for admission during the year and accelerates the degree programs for those students who wish to graduate early.

How many terms are there in a quarter system?

four regular terms and one summer term

two regular terms and two summer terms

one regular term and four summer terms

three regular terms and one summer term

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D

Thông tin ở câu cuối đoạn 1: “The academic year, September to June, is divided into three quarters of eleven weeks each beginning in September, January, and March: the summer quarter, June to August, is composed of shorter sessions   of varied lengths.”

=> có three regular terms and one summer term trong hệ thống quarter system

19. Trắc nghiệm
• 1 điểm

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.

Although most universities in the United States are on a semester system, which offers classes in the fall and spring, some schools observe a quarter system comprised of fall, winter, spring, and summer quarters. The academic year, September to June, is divided into three quarters of eleven weeks each beginning in September, January, and March: the summer quarter, June to August, is composed of shorter sessions of varied lengths.

There are several advantages and disadvantages to the quarter system. On the plus side, students who wish to complete their degrees in less than the customary four years may take advantage of the opportunity to study year round by enrolling in all four quarters. In addition, although most students begin their programs in the fall quarter, they may enter at the beginning of any other quarters. Finally, since the physical facilities are kept in operation year round, the resources are used effectively to serve the greatest number of students. But there are several disadvantages as well. Many faculties complain that the eleven- week term is simply not enough for them to cover the material required by most college courses. Students also find it difficult to complete the assignments in such a short period of time.

In order to combine the advantages of the quarter system with those of the semester system some colleges and universities have instituted a three-term trimester system. In fourteen weeks, faculty and students have more time to cover material and finish course requirements, but the additional term provides options for admission during the year and accelerates the degree programs for those students who wish to graduate early.

Which of the following characteristics does NOT apply to trimesters?

They are long enough to cover the course material.

They last eleven weeks.

They provide more options for admission.

They allow students to graduate early.

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B

Thông tin ở đoạn cuối: “system some colleges and universities have instituted a three-term trimester system. In fourteen weeks…”

Tức là trimester system có 14 weeks chứ không phải là 11 weeks

20. Trắc nghiệm
• 1 điểm

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.

Although most universities in the United States are on a semester system, which offers classes in the fall and spring, some schools observe a quarter system comprised of fall, winter, spring, and summer quarters. The academic year, September to June, is divided into three quarters of eleven weeks each beginning in September, January, and March: the summer quarter, June to August, is composed of shorter sessions of varied lengths.

There are several advantages and disadvantages to the quarter system. On the plus side, students who wish to complete their degrees in less than the customary four years may take advantage of the opportunity to study year round by enrolling in all four quarters. In addition, although most students begin their programs in the fall quarter, they may enter at the beginning of any other quarters. Finally, since the physical facilities are kept in operation year round, the resources are used effectively to serve the greatest number of students. But there are several disadvantages as well. Many faculties complain that the eleven- week term is simply not enough for them to cover the material required by most college courses. Students also find it difficult to complete the assignments in such a short period of time.

In order to combine the advantages of the quarter system with those of the semester system some colleges and universities have instituted a three-term trimester system. In fourteen weeks, faculty and students have more time to cover material and finish course requirements, but the additional term provides options for admission during the year and accelerates the degree programs for those students who wish to graduate early.

Which of the following would be the best title for this passage?

The Semester System

Universities in the United States

The Academic Year

The Quarter System

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D

Thông tin ở những câu đầu tiên của các đoạn:

- Although most universities in the United States are on a semester system, which offers classes in the fall and spring, some schools observe a quarter system comprised of fall, winter, spring, and summer quarters.

- There are several advantages and disadvantages to the quarter system.

- In order to combine the advantages of the quarter system with those of the semester system…

Tiêu đề phù hợp nhất cho bài đọc là the quarter system

21. Trắc nghiệm
• 1 điểm

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.

Although most universities in the United States are on a semester system, which offers classes in the fall and spring, some schools observe a quarter system comprised of fall, winter, spring, and summer quarters. The academic year, September to June, is divided into three quarters of eleven weeks each beginning in September, January, and March: the summer quarter, June to August, is composed of shorter sessions of varied lengths.

There are several advantages and disadvantages to the quarter system. On the plus side, students who wish to complete their degrees in less than the customary four years may take advantage of the opportunity to study year round by enrolling in all four quarters. In addition, although most students begin their programs in the fall quarter, they may enter at the beginning of any other quarters. Finally, since the physical facilities are kept in operation year round, the resources are used effectively to serve the greatest number of students. But there are several disadvantages as well. Many faculties complain that the eleven- week term is simply not enough for them to cover the material required by most college courses. Students also find it difficult to complete the assignments in such a short period of time.

In order to combine the advantages of the quarter system with those of the semester system some colleges and universities have instituted a three-term trimester system. In fourteen weeks, faculty and students have more time to cover material and finish course requirements, but the additional term provides options for admission during the year and accelerates the degree programs for those students who wish to graduate early.

When may students begin studying in a school that uses a quarter system?

Summer semester only

At the beginning of any quarter

September

At the beginning of the academic year

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B

Thông tin: “In addition, although most students begin their programs in the fall quarter, they may enter at the beginning of any other quarters.” (B. At the beginning of any quarter)

22. Trắc nghiệm
• 1 điểm

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.

Although most universities in the United States are on a semester system, which offers classes in the fall and spring, some schools observe a quarter system comprised of fall, winter, spring, and summer quarters. The academic year, September to June, is divided into three quarters of eleven weeks each beginning in September, January, and March: the summer quarter, June to August, is composed of shorter sessions of varied lengths.

There are several advantages and disadvantages to the quarter system. On the plus side, students who wish to complete their degrees in less than the customary four years may take advantage of the opportunity to study year round by enrolling in all four quarters. In addition, although most students begin their programs in the fall quarter, they may enter at the beginning of any other quarters. Finally, since the physical facilities are kept in operation year round, the resources are used effectively to serve the greatest number of students. But there are several disadvantages as well. Many faculties complain that the eleven- week term is simply not enough for them to cover the material required by most college courses. Students also find it difficult to complete the assignments in such a short period of time.

In order to combine the advantages of the quarter system with those of the semester system some colleges and universities have instituted a three-term trimester system. In fourteen weeks, faculty and students have more time to cover material and finish course requirements, but the additional term provides options for admission during the year and accelerates the degree programs for those students who wish to graduate early.

The word "them" in paragraph 2 refers to___________.

material

faculties

courses

weeks

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B

“them” được thay thế cho faculties trong cụm phía trước đó: “Many faculties complain that the eleven- week term is simply not enough for them to cover the material required by most college courses.”

23. Trắc nghiệm
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Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose stress differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.

continent

elephant

However

tropical

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C

Phần C trọng âm rơi vào âm tiết thứ 2, còn lại là thứ nhất

24. Trắc nghiệm
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Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose stress differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.

A. commodity      B. Difficulty                   C. Simplicity                 D. discovery

commodity

Difficulty

Simplicity

discovery

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B

Phần B trọng âm rơi vào âm tiết thứ nhất, còn lại là thứ 2

25. Trắc nghiệm
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Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose stress differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.

digest

Comic

Swallow

knowledge

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A

Phần A trọng âm rơi vào âm tiết thứ 2, còn lại là thứ nhất

26. Trắc nghiệm
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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 following questions.

THE BOOK IN THE 21st CENTURY

How many times in the last hundred years or so have people talked of the imminent death of the book? Films were an early threat because they were so effective at telling stories in a visual way. Next there was radio, (26)  stepped into the mid-twentieth century and provided such an alternative to books as drama, documentaries and discussions. When television arrived, many people believed that it would finish the book off. Nowadays, (27)        the threat by TV, the book is thought to be endangered by computers and the Internet, and by other technological attractions  (28)                the CD and the video game, too.

Surely there are now reasons why (29)               book ought to be dead, or at least very badly injured. If so, why does it not show proper respect for these reportedly less literate times (30)               die out? There is  clearly  more  than  a  single  answer  to  this  question.  Firstly,  we  have  more  leisure  time  than    we (31)               to, and people are generally living longer, which means there is more time to do more (including reading books). As  (32)              as this, there is the strength of the book as a tradition. We are all too dismissive of traditions in our modern world, but they can have very strong pull (33)              us.

Added to this, the book is such a practical tool: it doesn't cost too (34)                 , it is usually small enough to carry around, and it can easily be  (35)                        . We will never go without books, because they have served us so well for so long.

Điền vào ô 26

where

Which

why

that

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B

“which” là mệnh đề quan hệ, thay thế cho radio ở phía trước dấu phảy

27. Trắc nghiệm
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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 following questions.

THE BOOK IN THE 21st CENTURY

How many times in the last hundred years or so have people talked of the imminent death of the book? Films were an early threat because they were so effective at telling stories in a visual way. Next there was radio, (26)  stepped into the mid-twentieth century and provided such an alternative to books as drama, documentaries and discussions. When television arrived, many people believed that it would finish the book off. Nowadays, (27)        the threat by TV, the book is thought to be endangered by computers and the Internet, and by other technological attractions  (28)                the CD and the video game, too.

Surely there are now reasons why (29)               book ought to be dead, or at least very badly injured. If so, why does it not show proper respect for these reportedly less literate times (30)               die out? There is  clearly  more  than  a  single  answer  to  this  question.  Firstly,  we  have  more  leisure  time  than    we (31)               to, and people are generally living longer, which means there is more time to do more (including reading books). As  (32)              as this, there is the strength of the book as a tradition. We are all too dismissive of traditions in our modern world, but they can have very strong pull (33)              us.

Added to this, the book is such a practical tool: it doesn't cost too (34)                 , it is usually small enough to carry around, and it can easily be  (35)                        . We will never go without books, because they have served us so well for so long.

Điền vào ô 27

near

Besides

with

next

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B

“besides” = moreover, in addtion to: thêm vào đó, bên cạnh đó.

Khác với “beside”: bên cạnh (vị trí)

28. Trắc nghiệm
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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 following questions.

THE BOOK IN THE 21st CENTURY

How many times in the last hundred years or so have people talked of the imminent death of the book? Films were an early threat because they were so effective at telling stories in a visual way. Next there was radio, (26)  stepped into the mid-twentieth century and provided such an alternative to books as drama, documentaries and discussions. When television arrived, many people believed that it would finish the book off. Nowadays, (27)        the threat by TV, the book is thought to be endangered by computers and the Internet, and by other technological attractions  (28)                the CD and the video game, too.

Surely there are now reasons why (29)               book ought to be dead, or at least very badly injured. If so, why does it not show proper respect for these reportedly less literate times (30)               die out? There is  clearly  more  than  a  single  answer  to  this  question.  Firstly,  we  have  more  leisure  time  than    we (31)               to, and people are generally living longer, which means there is more time to do more (including reading books). As  (32)              as this, there is the strength of the book as a tradition. We are all too dismissive of traditions in our modern world, but they can have very strong pull (33)              us.

Added to this, the book is such a practical tool: it doesn't cost too (34)                 , it is usually small enough to carry around, and it can easily be  (35)                        . We will never go without books, because they have served us so well for so long.

Điền vào ô 28

for

As

To

like

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D

“like”: như là…(liệt kê) = such as

29. Trắc nghiệm
• 1 điểm

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 following questions.

THE BOOK IN THE 21st CENTURY

How many times in the last hundred years or so have people talked of the imminent death of the book? Films were an early threat because they were so effective at telling stories in a visual way. Next there was radio, (26)  stepped into the mid-twentieth century and provided such an alternative to books as drama, documentaries and discussions. When television arrived, many people believed that it would finish the book off. Nowadays, (27)        the threat by TV, the book is thought to be endangered by computers and the Internet, and by other technological attractions  (28)                the CD and the video game, too.

Surely there are now reasons why (29)               book ought to be dead, or at least very badly injured. If so, why does it not show proper respect for these reportedly less literate times (30)               die out? There is  clearly  more  than  a  single  answer  to  this  question.  Firstly,  we  have  more  leisure  time  than    we (31)               to, and people are generally living longer, which means there is more time to do more (including reading books). As  (32)              as this, there is the strength of the book as a tradition. We are all too dismissive of traditions in our modern world, but they can have very strong pull (33)              us.

Added to this, the book is such a practical tool: it doesn't cost too (34)                 , it is usually small enough to carry around, and it can easily be  (35)                        . We will never go without books, because they have served us so well for so long.

Điền vào ô 29

that

this

the

a

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C

“that” và “this” đều không phù hợp, vì không phải nói đến một loại sách cụ thể nào đó. Giữa mạo từ the và a thì the book là đúng hơn cả

30. Trắc nghiệm
• 1 điểm

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 following questions.

THE BOOK IN THE 21st CENTURY

How many times in the last hundred years or so have people talked of the imminent death of the book? Films were an early threat because they were so effective at telling stories in a visual way. Next there was radio, (26)  stepped into the mid-twentieth century and provided such an alternative to books as drama, documentaries and discussions. When television arrived, many people believed that it would finish the book off. Nowadays, (27)        the threat by TV, the book is thought to be endangered by computers and the Internet, and by other technological attractions  (28)                the CD and the video game, too.

Surely there are now reasons why (29)               book ought to be dead, or at least very badly injured. If so, why does it not show proper respect for these reportedly less literate times (30)               die out? There is  clearly  more  than  a  single  answer  to  this  question.  Firstly,  we  have  more  leisure  time  than    we (31)               to, and people are generally living longer, which means there is more time to do more (including reading books). As  (32)              as this, there is the strength of the book as a tradition. We are all too dismissive of traditions in our modern world, but they can have very strong pull (33)              us.

Added to this, the book is such a practical tool: it doesn't cost too (34)                 , it is usually small enough to carry around, and it can easily be  (35)                        . We will never go without books, because they have served us so well for so long.

Điền vào ô 30

so

and

But

since

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B

Liên kết giữa 2 vế của câu, và 2 vế có sự giống nhau về chức năng trong câu, nên dùng liên từ and

31. Trắc nghiệm
• 1 điểm

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 following questions.

THE BOOK IN THE 21st CENTURY

How many times in the last hundred years or so have people talked of the imminent death of the book? Films were an early threat because they were so effective at telling stories in a visual way. Next there was radio, (26)  stepped into the mid-twentieth century and provided such an alternative to books as drama, documentaries and discussions. When television arrived, many people believed that it would finish the book off. Nowadays, (27)        the threat by TV, the book is thought to be endangered by computers and the Internet, and by other technological attractions  (28)                the CD and the video game, too.

Surely there are now reasons why (29)               book ought to be dead, or at least very badly injured. If so, why does it not show proper respect for these reportedly less literate times (30)               die out? There is  clearly  more  than  a  single  answer  to  this  question.  Firstly,  we  have  more  leisure  time  than    we (31)               to, and people are generally living longer, which means there is more time to do more (including reading books). As  (32)              as this, there is the strength of the book as a tradition. We are all too dismissive of traditions in our modern world, but they can have very strong pull (33)              us.

Added to this, the book is such a practical tool: it doesn't cost too (34)                 , it is usually small enough to carry around, and it can easily be  (35)                        . We will never go without books, because they have served us so well for so long.

Điền vào ô 31

got

liked

used

had

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C

“used to”: đã từng

“used to” + V nguyên thể

32. Trắc nghiệm
• 1 điểm

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 following questions.

THE BOOK IN THE 21st CENTURY

How many times in the last hundred years or so have people talked of the imminent death of the book? Films were an early threat because they were so effective at telling stories in a visual way. Next there was radio, (26)  stepped into the mid-twentieth century and provided such an alternative to books as drama, documentaries and discussions. When television arrived, many people believed that it would finish the book off. Nowadays, (27)        the threat by TV, the book is thought to be endangered by computers and the Internet, and by other technological attractions  (28)                the CD and the video game, too.

Surely there are now reasons why (29)               book ought to be dead, or at least very badly injured. If so, why does it not show proper respect for these reportedly less literate times (30)               die out? There is  clearly  more  than  a  single  answer  to  this  question.  Firstly,  we  have  more  leisure  time  than    we (31)               to, and people are generally living longer, which means there is more time to do more (including reading books). As  (32)              as this, there is the strength of the book as a tradition. We are all too dismissive of traditions in our modern world, but they can have very strong pull (33)              us.

Added to this, the book is such a practical tool: it doesn't cost too (34)                 , it is usually small enough to carry around, and it can easily be  (35)                        . We will never go without books, because they have served us so well for so long.

Điền vào ô 32

well

long

soon

good

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A

Cụm “as soon as”: ngay khi…

33. Trắc nghiệm
• 1 điểm

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 following questions.

THE BOOK IN THE 21st CENTURY

How many times in the last hundred years or so have people talked of the imminent death of the book? Films were an early threat because they were so effective at telling stories in a visual way. Next there was radio, (26)  stepped into the mid-twentieth century and provided such an alternative to books as drama, documentaries and discussions. When television arrived, many people believed that it would finish the book off. Nowadays, (27)        the threat by TV, the book is thought to be endangered by computers and the Internet, and by other technological attractions  (28)                the CD and the video game, too.

Surely there are now reasons why (29)               book ought to be dead, or at least very badly injured. If so, why does it not show proper respect for these reportedly less literate times (30)               die out? There is  clearly  more  than  a  single  answer  to  this  question.  Firstly,  we  have  more  leisure  time  than    we (31)               to, and people are generally living longer, which means there is more time to do more (including reading books). As  (32)              as this, there is the strength of the book as a tradition. We are all too dismissive of traditions in our modern world, but they can have very strong pull (33)              us.

Added to this, the book is such a practical tool: it doesn't cost too (34)                 , it is usually small enough to carry around, and it can easily be  (35)                        . We will never go without books, because they have served us so well for so long.

Điền vào ô 33

of

On

In

by

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B

“they have very strong pull on us”: chúng có sức hút/sức lôi kéo lớn đối với chúng ta

34. Trắc nghiệm
• 1 điểm

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 following questions.

THE BOOK IN THE 21st CENTURY

How many times in the last hundred years or so have people talked of the imminent death of the book? Films were an early threat because they were so effective at telling stories in a visual way. Next there was radio, (26)  stepped into the mid-twentieth century and provided such an alternative to books as drama, documentaries and discussions. When television arrived, many people believed that it would finish the book off. Nowadays, (27)        the threat by TV, the book is thought to be endangered by computers and the Internet, and by other technological attractions  (28)                the CD and the video game, too.

Surely there are now reasons why (29)               book ought to be dead, or at least very badly injured. If so, why does it not show proper respect for these reportedly less literate times (30)               die out? There is  clearly  more  than  a  single  answer  to  this  question.  Firstly,  we  have  more  leisure  time  than    we (31)               to, and people are generally living longer, which means there is more time to do more (including reading books). As  (32)              as this, there is the strength of the book as a tradition. We are all too dismissive of traditions in our modern world, but they can have very strong pull (33)              us.

Added to this, the book is such a practical tool: it doesn't cost too (34)                 , it is usually small enough to carry around, and it can easily be  (35)                        . We will never go without books, because they have served us so well for so long.

Điền vào ô 34

many

More

Less

much

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D

“too much”: quá nhiều

Khi đi cùng giá cả thì dùng much chứ không dùng many, more hay less

35. Trắc nghiệm
• 1 điểm

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 following questions.

THE BOOK IN THE 21st CENTURY

How many times in the last hundred years or so have people talked of the imminent death of the book? Films were an early threat because they were so effective at telling stories in a visual way. Next there was radio, (26)  stepped into the mid-twentieth century and provided such an alternative to books as drama, documentaries and discussions. When television arrived, many people believed that it would finish the book off. Nowadays, (27)        the threat by TV, the book is thought to be endangered by computers and the Internet, and by other technological attractions  (28)                the CD and the video game, too.

Surely there are now reasons why (29)               book ought to be dead, or at least very badly injured. If so, why does it not show proper respect for these reportedly less literate times (30)               die out? There is  clearly  more  than  a  single  answer  to  this  question.  Firstly,  we  have  more  leisure  time  than    we (31)               to, and people are generally living longer, which means there is more time to do more (including reading books). As  (32)              as this, there is the strength of the book as a tradition. We are all too dismissive of traditions in our modern world, but they can have very strong pull (33)              us.

Added to this, the book is such a practical tool: it doesn't cost too (34)                 , it is usually small enough to carry around, and it can easily be  (35)                        . We will never go without books, because they have served us so well for so long.

Điền vào ô 35

repaid

Rewritten

retold

revisited

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D

“revisit”: nhìn lại/thăm lại

Trong ngữ cảnh này có thể dịch là đọc lại cuốn sách nào đó

36. Trắc nghiệm
• 1 điểm

__________students in our class is 45.

A number of

The number of

The amount of

A large amount of

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 B

“The number of…” được tính là danh từ số ít, phù hợp với động từ to be là is

Còn “a number of…” là danh từ số nhiều

37. Trắc nghiệm
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I have only had time to___________ the report before going to the meeting.

chew

dip into

taste

swallow

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B

Cụm “dip into” trong ngữ cảnh“water polo” là một môn thể thao đồng đội

Vì thế chọn đáp án là team này được dịch là đọc một phần (của cái gì) một cách nhanh chóng, lướt qua

38. Trắc nghiệm
• 1 điểm

Water polo was the first____________sport to be added to the Olympic program in 1900

pair

Adventure

individual

team

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D

“water polo” là một môn thể thao đồng đội

Vì thế chọn đáp án là team

39. Trắc nghiệm
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The government____________the flood victims with food, clothes and money. 

offered

gave

provided

presented

Xem đáp án

Đáp án: C

Giải thích:

Ta có các cấu trúc sau:

offer somebody something: đề nghị, cho ai cái gì

give somebody something: đưa cho ai cái gì

provide somebody with something: cung cấp cho ai cái gì

present somebody with something: trao tặng cho ai cái gì (thường là ở một lễ kỉ niệm trang trọng)
Dựa vào nghĩa và cấu trúc câu, chọn C.

Dịch: Chính phủ đã cung cấp cho nạn nhân lũ lụt thực phẩm, quần áo và tiền bạc.

40. Trắc nghiệm
• 1 điểm

By the year 2020, many people currently employed_______their jobs.

will have been lost

will have lost

should have lost

had better not lose

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B Có cụm By the year 2020 nên sẽ dùng thì tương lai hoàn thành

Chủ ngữ là người nên câu được chia ở dạng chủ động, do đó đáp án A sai. Đáp án là will have lost

41. Trắc nghiệm
• 1 điểm

There is a very clear relationship ________education and academic success.

between

for

in

on

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A

“between…and…”: giữa cái này với cái kia (chỉ so sánh giữa 2 sự vật)

42. Trắc nghiệm
• 1 điểm

Nancy said she__________come over right after work, so she________be here by 6.00.

can - will

will - can

would - must

would - have to

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C

Câu gián tiếp lùi 1 thì, will -> would

“must” trong câu có thể diễn tả nhận định khá chắc chắn

43. Trắc nghiệm
• 1 điểm

Bill and Bob are in a coffee shop. Bill is asking Bob for his opinion about the coffee there. Choose the most suitable response to fill in the blank in the following exchange. Bill: "How's the coffee there?" Bob: "__________."

It's a little better now that I've got a car

As a matter of fact, it's not interested.

No, I don't think so

It's a little bitter, to tell the truth

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D

- cà phê ở đây thế nào?

- nói thật là nó hơi đắng một chút

44. Trắc nghiệm
• 1 điểm

The passengers had to wait because the plane________off one hour late.

turned

made

cut

took

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D

Cụm “take off”: cất cánh (máy bay)

45. Trắc nghiệm
• 1 điểm

There are several means of mass communication. The newspaper is one. Television is_______

the another

the other

Other

another

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D

“another”: một cái khác

Không có the another

“the other” và “other” đều phải đi kèm thêm một danh từ phía sau

46. Trắc nghiệm
• 1 điểm

The computer has had an enormous_________on the way we work.

influence

change

impression

alteration

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A

Cấu trúc “have influence on…”: có ảnh hưởng đến…

47. Trắc nghiệm
• 1 điểm

A woman can never have a happy married life without__________her husband. 

agreeing

demanding

determining

trusting

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Đáp án: D

Giải thích:

A. demand (v): yêu cầu

B. determine (v): xác định

C. trust (v): tin tưởng

D. agree (v): đồng ý

Ta có: without + N/V-ing: nếu không có…

Dịch: Một người phụ nữ không bao giờ có thể có một cuộc sống hôn nhân hạnh phúc nếu không tin tưởng chồng của mình.

48. Trắc nghiệm
• 1 điểm

"You've saved my life. I thank you from the_________of my heart."

centre

bottom

Top

depths

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B

 Cụm thường gặp “from bottom of one’s heart”: từ tận đáy lòng

49. Trắc nghiệm
• 1 điểm

More and more people_________of food poisoning nowadays.

survive

starve

exist

die

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D

Cấu trúc “die of st”: chết vì…(nguyên do gì)

50. Trắc nghiệm
• 1 điểm

_________he would be there, I would have never agreed to come.

Known had I

Had known I

I had known

Had I known

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D

“Had I known” = “If I had known”

51. Trắc nghiệm
• 1 điểm

The raw sewage needs to be___________treated.

chemically

chemist

chemical

chemistry

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A

Ở đây cần một trạng từ bổ sung ý nghĩa cho động từ treat

“chemically”: về mặt hoá chất

52. Trắc nghiệm
• 1 điểm

The activities of the international marketing researcher are frequently much broader than______.

that which has the domestic marketer

those of the domestic marketer

the domestic marketer does

the domestic marketer has

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Đáp án: B

Giải thích:

Đối tượng so sánh trong câu này là “the activities” của “the international marketing researcher” với “the activities” của “the domestic marketer”. Danh từ này ở dạng số nhiều, nên sẽ thay bằng “those”.

Chọn đáp án B

Dịch: Hoạt động của nhà nghiên cứu tiếp thị quốc tế thường rộng hơn nhiều so với hoạt động của nhà tiếp thị trong nước.

53. Trắc nghiệm
• 1 điểm

John lost the________bicycle he bought last week and his parents were very angry with him because of his carelessness.

new beautiful blue Japanese

Japanese beautiful new blue

beautiful new blue Japanese

beautiful Japanese blue new

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C

Vị trí của tính từ trong câu:

Opinion (beautiful) + Age (new) + Color (blue) + Origin (Japanese) +noun

54. Trắc nghiệm
• 1 điểm

Mike's inviting Sue to go dancing. Choose the most suitable response to fill in the blank in the following exchange. Mike: "Shall we go dancing tonight?" Sue: "________."

I can't agree with you

Never mind

Yes, let's

Not a little bit

Xem đáp án

C

Câu trả lời cho câu hỏi mời/gợi ý Shall we…? Là let’s

Đáp án là Yes, let’s

55. Trắc nghiệm
• 1 điểm

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.

When the first white men came to America, they found vast amounts of natural resources of tremendous value. Forests covered a large part of the nation; later gas, oil and minerals were found in unbelievable amounts. There was a great abundance of very fertile soil. Forests, prairies, streams and rivers abounded with wildlife. So vast were these resources that it seemed that they could never be used up. So forests were destroyed to make way for farmland. Grasslands and prairies were ploughed and harrowed. Minerals and oil were used in great quantities to supply a young industrial nation. Almost every river became the scene of factories, mills and power companies. Mammals and birds were slaughtered for food and sport.

Within a short time, the results were obvious. Floods caused millions of dollars worth of damage yearly. The very fertile soil was washed away or blown up in great clouds. The seemingly inexhaustible oil and minerals showed signs of depletion. Rivers were filled with silt from eroding farms and wastes from factories. Many of the rivers were made unfit for fish. Several species of birds disappeared, and some mammals seemed on the verge of going. Future timber shortages were predicted. In short, Americans soon became to realize that some sort of conservation program must be set up, if future as well as present Americans were to share in the resources that are the heritage of every American.

According to the passage, all the following are true EXCEPT_____- 

They plowed ;and harrowed grasslands and prairies

They killed animals for food and sport

The early American settlers used a lot of minerals and oil

They grew different kinds of plants in prairies

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D.

Thông tin:

- Grasslands and prairies were ploughed and harrowed. (=A. They plowed ;and harrowed grasslands and prairies) : Các đồng cỏ đã bị cày bừa

- Mammals and birds were slaughtered for food and sport. ( B. They killed animals for food and sport)

- Minerals and oil were used in great quantities (Khoáng chất và dầu được dùng với số lượng lớn = C.      The early American settlers used a lot of minerals and oil)

Chỉ có D.    They grew different kinds of plants in prairies là không đúng

56. Trắc nghiệm
• 1 điểm

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.

When the first white men came to America, they found vast amounts of natural resources of tremendous value. Forests covered a large part of the nation; later gas, oil and minerals were found in unbelievable amounts. There was a great abundance of very fertile soil. Forests, prairies, streams and rivers abounded with wildlife. So vast were these resources that it seemed that they could never be used up. So forests were destroyed to make way for farmland. Grasslands and prairies were ploughed and harrowed. Minerals and oil were used in great quantities to supply a young industrial nation. Almost every river became the scene of factories, mills and power companies. Mammals and birds were slaughtered for food and sport.

Within a short time, the results were obvious. Floods caused millions of dollars worth of damage yearly. The very fertile soil was washed away or blown up in great clouds. The seemingly inexhaustible oil and minerals showed signs of depletion. Rivers were filled with silt from eroding farms and wastes from factories. Many of the rivers were made unfit for fish. Several species of birds disappeared, and some mammals seemed on the verge of going. Future timber shortages were predicted. In short, Americans soon became to realize that some sort of conservation program must be set up, if future as well as present Americans were to share in the resources that are the heritage of every American.

One reason why many of our rivers are no longer suitable living places for fish is that_________

factories have dumped waste into the rivers

too many fish have been caught

a conservation program has been set up

floods have caused much damage

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A

Thông tin ở đoạn thứ 2: “Rivers were filled with silt from eroding farms and wastes from factories. Many of the rivers were made unfit for fish.” Sông chứa đựng bùn, rác từ các nhà máy. Nhiều dòng sông không phù hợp cho cá sống

57. Trắc nghiệm
• 1 điểm

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.

When the first white men came to America, they found vast amounts of natural resources of tremendous value. Forests covered a large part of the nation; later gas, oil and minerals were found in unbelievable amounts. There was a great abundance of very fertile soil. Forests, prairies, streams and rivers abounded with wildlife. So vast were these resources that it seemed that they could never be used up. So forests were destroyed to make way for farmland. Grasslands and prairies were ploughed and harrowed. Minerals and oil were used in great quantities to supply a young industrial nation. Almost every river became the scene of factories, mills and power companies. Mammals and birds were slaughtered for food and sport.

Within a short time, the results were obvious. Floods caused millions of dollars worth of damage yearly. The very fertile soil was washed away or blown up in great clouds. The seemingly inexhaustible oil and minerals showed signs of depletion. Rivers were filled with silt from eroding farms and wastes from factories. Many of the rivers were made unfit for fish. Several species of birds disappeared, and some mammals seemed on the verge of going. Future timber shortages were predicted. In short, Americans soon became to realize that some sort of conservation program must be set up, if future as well as present Americans were to share in the resources that are the heritage of every American.

Americans soon came to realize that _______

they can not give up exploiting minerals

they should not reclaim the land

they should not stop killing animals for food

they must establish a conservation program

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D

Thông tin ở câu cuối của bài: “In short, Americans soon became to realize that some sort of conservation program must be set up…” = they must establish a conservation program

58. Trắc nghiệm
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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.

When the first white men came to America, they found vast amounts of natural resources of tremendous value. Forests covered a large part of the nation; later gas, oil and minerals were found in unbelievable amounts. There was a great abundance of very fertile soil. Forests, prairies, streams and rivers abounded with wildlife. So vast were these resources that it seemed that they could never be used up. So forests were destroyed to make way for farmland. Grasslands and prairies were ploughed and harrowed. Minerals and oil were used in great quantities to supply a young industrial nation. Almost every river became the scene of factories, mills and power companies. Mammals and birds were slaughtered for food and sport.

Within a short time, the results were obvious. Floods caused millions of dollars worth of damage yearly. The very fertile soil was washed away or blown up in great clouds. The seemingly inexhaustible oil and minerals showed signs of depletion. Rivers were filled with silt from eroding farms and wastes from factories. Many of the rivers were made unfit for fish. Several species of birds disappeared, and some mammals seemed on the verge of going. Future timber shortages were predicted. In short, Americans soon became to realize that some sort of conservation program must be set up, if future as well as present Americans were to share in the resources that are the heritage of every American.

Some species of birds and mammals seemed___________.

to become extinct

to be on the verge

to be killed

to be slaughtered

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A

Mammals and birds were slaughtered for food and sport. Nhiều động vật và chim bị giết hại để lấy thực phẩm và phục vụ thể thao. Vì thế, một số loài chim và động vật dường như đã bị tuyệt chủng (to become extinct)

59. Trắc nghiệm
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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.

When the first white men came to America, they found vast amounts of natural resources of tremendous value. Forests covered a large part of the nation; later gas, oil and minerals were found in unbelievable amounts. There was a great abundance of very fertile soil. Forests, prairies, streams and rivers abounded with wildlife. So vast were these resources that it seemed that they could never be used up. So forests were destroyed to make way for farmland. Grasslands and prairies were ploughed and harrowed. Minerals and oil were used in great quantities to supply a young industrial nation. Almost every river became the scene of factories, mills and power companies. Mammals and birds were slaughtered for food and sport.

Within a short time, the results were obvious. Floods caused millions of dollars worth of damage yearly. The very fertile soil was washed away or blown up in great clouds. The seemingly inexhaustible oil and minerals showed signs of depletion. Rivers were filled with silt from eroding farms and wastes from factories. Many of the rivers were made unfit for fish. Several species of birds disappeared, and some mammals seemed on the verge of going. Future timber shortages were predicted. In short, Americans soon became to realize that some sort of conservation program must be set up, if future as well as present Americans were to share in the resources that are the heritage of every American.

The word "silt" in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to_____________

dust

earth

Land

mud

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D

“silt” = “mud”: bùn

60. Trắc nghiệm
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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.

When the first white men came to America, they found vast amounts of natural resources of tremendous value. Forests covered a large part of the nation; later gas, oil and minerals were found in unbelievable amounts. There was a great abundance of very fertile soil. Forests, prairies, streams and rivers abounded with wildlife. So vast were these resources that it seemed that they could never be used up. So forests were destroyed to make way for farmland. Grasslands and prairies were ploughed and harrowed. Minerals and oil were used in great quantities to supply a young industrial nation. Almost every river became the scene of factories, mills and power companies. Mammals and birds were slaughtered for food and sport.

Within a short time, the results were obvious. Floods caused millions of dollars worth of damage yearly. The very fertile soil was washed away or blown up in great clouds. The seemingly inexhaustible oil and minerals showed signs of depletion. Rivers were filled with silt from eroding farms and wastes from factories. Many of the rivers were made unfit for fish. Several species of birds disappeared, and some mammals seemed on the verge of going. Future timber shortages were predicted. In short, Americans soon became to realize that some sort of conservation program must be set up, if future as well as present Americans were to share in the resources that are the heritage of every American.

The use of America's natural resources by the early settlers was___________. 

scientific

Believable

predicted

careless

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D

Sự sử dụng tài nguyên của những người định cư Mỹ đầu tiên là cẩu thả, không cẩn trọng, khi mà họ sử dụng quá nhiều và tàn phá tài nguyên trầm trọng

61. Trắc nghiệm
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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.

When the first white men came to America, they found vast amounts of natural resources of tremendous value. Forests covered a large part of the nation; later gas, oil and minerals were found in unbelievable amounts. There was a great abundance of very fertile soil. Forests, prairies, streams and rivers abounded with wildlife. So vast were these resources that it seemed that they could never be used up. So forests were destroyed to make way for farmland. Grasslands and prairies were ploughed and harrowed. Minerals and oil were used in great quantities to supply a young industrial nation. Almost every river became the scene of factories, mills and power companies. Mammals and birds were slaughtered for food and sport.

Within a short time, the results were obvious. Floods caused millions of dollars worth of damage yearly. The very fertile soil was washed away or blown up in great clouds. The seemingly inexhaustible oil and minerals showed signs of depletion. Rivers were filled with silt from eroding farms and wastes from factories. Many of the rivers were made unfit for fish. Several species of birds disappeared, and some mammals seemed on the verge of going. Future timber shortages were predicted. In short, Americans soon became to realize that some sort of conservation program must be set up, if future as well as present Americans were to share in the resources that are the heritage of every American.

Which of the following would be the best title for this passage?

The story of America's natural resources

The cause of timber shortages

What the first white men found in America

The loss of topsoil

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A

Tiêu đề cho bài đọc là The story of America's natural resources, đề cập đến câu chuyện của những người định cư đầu tiên và câu chuyện về tài nguyên môi trường ở nước Mỹ hiện tại

62. Trắc nghiệm
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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.

When the first white men came to America, they found vast amounts of natural resources of tremendous value. Forests covered a large part of the nation; later gas, oil and minerals were found in unbelievable amounts. There was a great abundance of very fertile soil. Forests, prairies, streams and rivers abounded with wildlife. So vast were these resources that it seemed that they could never be used up. So forests were destroyed to make way for farmland. Grasslands and prairies were ploughed and harrowed. Minerals and oil were used in great quantities to supply a young industrial nation. Almost every river became the scene of factories, mills and power companies. Mammals and birds were slaughtered for food and sport.

Within a short time, the results were obvious. Floods caused millions of dollars worth of damage yearly. The very fertile soil was washed away or blown up in great clouds. The seemingly inexhaustible oil and minerals showed signs of depletion. Rivers were filled with silt from eroding farms and wastes from factories. Many of the rivers were made unfit for fish. Several species of birds disappeared, and some mammals seemed on the verge of going. Future timber shortages were predicted. In short, Americans soon became to realize that some sort of conservation program must be set up, if future as well as present Americans were to share in the resources that are the heritage of every American.

It seemed to the early American settlers that _________.

the natural resources were inexhaustible

there was a shortage of minerals

fertile soil was scarce

forests should not have been cut

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A

Thông tin ở đoạn đầu: “So vast were these resources that it seemed that they could never be used up.” Nhiều tài nguyên đến nỗi mà họ nghĩ không bao giờ có thể dùng hết được = the natural resources were inexhaustible (cho rằng tài nguyên là không thể cạn kiệt, là vô tận)

63. Trắc nghiệm
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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.

When the first white men came to America, they found vast amounts of natural resources of tremendous value. Forests covered a large part of the nation; later gas, oil and minerals were found in unbelievable amounts. There was a great abundance of very fertile soil. Forests, prairies, streams and rivers abounded with wildlife. So vast were these resources that it seemed that they could never be used up. So forests were destroyed to make way for farmland. Grasslands and prairies were ploughed and harrowed. Minerals and oil were used in great quantities to supply a young industrial nation. Almost every river became the scene of factories, mills and power companies. Mammals and birds were slaughtered for food and sport.

Within a short time, the results were obvious. Floods caused millions of dollars worth of damage yearly. The very fertile soil was washed away or blown up in great clouds. The seemingly inexhaustible oil and minerals showed signs of depletion. Rivers were filled with silt from eroding farms and wastes from factories. Many of the rivers were made unfit for fish. Several species of birds disappeared, and some mammals seemed on the verge of going. Future timber shortages were predicted. In short, Americans soon became to realize that some sort of conservation program must be set up, if future as well as present Americans were to share in the resources that are the heritage of every American.

Much of the fertile soil of America ha__________.

sunk deep into the earth

become the scene of factories

been covered by lakes

been eroded by wind and water

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D

Thông tin ở đoạn 2: “The very fertile soil was washed away or blown up in great clouds.” Đất màu mỡ bị rửa trôi hoặc bị thổi đi bởi gió = Much of the fertile soil of America has been eroded by wind and water

64. Trắc nghiệm
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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.

When the first white men came to America, they found vast amounts of natural resources of tremendous value. Forests covered a large part of the nation; later gas, oil and minerals were found in unbelievable amounts. There was a great abundance of very fertile soil. Forests, prairies, streams and rivers abounded with wildlife. So vast were these resources that it seemed that they could never be used up. So forests were destroyed to make way for farmland. Grasslands and prairies were ploughed and harrowed. Minerals and oil were used in great quantities to supply a young industrial nation. Almost every river became the scene of factories, mills and power companies. Mammals and birds were slaughtered for food and sport.

Within a short time, the results were obvious. Floods caused millions of dollars worth of damage yearly. The very fertile soil was washed away or blown up in great clouds. The seemingly inexhaustible oil and minerals showed signs of depletion. Rivers were filled with silt from eroding farms and wastes from factories. Many of the rivers were made unfit for fish. Several species of birds disappeared, and some mammals seemed on the verge of going. Future timber shortages were predicted. In short, Americans soon became to realize that some sort of conservation program must be set up, if future as well as present Americans were to share in the resources that are the heritage of every American.

The word "abounded with" could best replaced by___________.

were plentiful of

were crowded by

were abundant in

were limited to

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C

"abounded with" = “were abundant in”: có rất nhiều