KỲ THI THỬ THPT QUỐC GIA NĂM 2019 MÔN TIẾNG ANH(P4)
64 câu hỏi
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the rest in the position of the main stress in each of the following questions.
opponent
horizon
synchronized
canoeing
Đáp án : C
Phần C trọng âm rơi vào âm tiết thứ nhất, còn lại là thứ 2
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the rest in the position of the main stress in each of the following questions
rhinoceros
correspondence
significant
phenomena
Đáp án : B
Phần B trọng âm rơi vào âm tiết thứ 3, còn lại là thứ 2
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the rest in the position of the main stress in each of the following questions.
curriculum
peninsula
professional
auditorium
Đáp án : D
Phần D trọng âm rơi vào âm tiết thứ 3, còn lại là thứ 2
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from that of the rest in each of the following questions
crisis
oases
goose
horse
Đáp án : B
A./s/ B./z/ C./s/ D./s/
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from that of the rest in each of the following questions
capable
ancient
angle
danger
Đáp án : C
A./ei/ B./ei/ C./ᴂ/ D./ei/
He suddenly saw Sue ________ the room. He pushed his way ________the crowd of people to get to her.
across…through
over…through
across…across
over…along
Đáp án : A
“across”: qua, ngang qua, băng qua,…
“through”: vượt qua, xuyên qua
Sportsmen ________ their political differences on the sports field.
take place
keep apart
take part
put aside
Đáp án : D
“put aside”: đặt sang một bên
_______, they slept soundly.
Hot though was the night air
Hot though the night air was
Hot although the night air was
Hot the night air as was
Đáp án : B
Cấu trúc “adj + as/though + S + tobe” là một cấu trúc đảo ngữ nhấn mạnh
I’m _________you liked the film. I thought it was rather .
surprise / disappoint
surprised / disappointed
surprising / disappointed
surprised / disappointing
Đáp án : D
“surprised”: ngạc nhiên (dùng cho người)
“disappointing”: đáng thất vọng (dùng cho vật)
This picture book, the few pages_________are missing, is my favorite.
for which
of which
of that
to which
Đáp án : B
“of which” là mệnh đề quan hệ, ở đây ta có thể hiểu là “the few pages of this picture book”
I’ve never had the slightest disagreement ________ him __________ anything.
with / about
with / in
on / about
on / at
Đáp án : A
Cấu trúc “have agreement/disagreement with somebody about something”: có cùng quan điểm/ không cùng quan điểm với ai về vấn đề gì
_________ her boyfriend yesterday, she doesn't want to answer his phone call.
Because of she quarreled
Had quarreled
Because having quarreled
Having quarreled
Đáp án : D
Động từ Ving đứng đầu câu, ở đây ta có thể hiểu là “she quarreled with her boyfriend yesterday”
Have I told you about _________the government is dealing?
the problem with that
the problem with which
the problem
the problem that
Đáp án : B
“with which” là mệnh đề quan hệ, trong đó giới từ “with” là đi kèm với động từ “deal”
Dinosaurs _________believed _______out millions of years ago.
are / to die
were / to die
are / to have died
were / to have died
Đáp án : C
Câu bị động ở hiện tại nhận định về một việc đã xảy ra trong quá khứ (Khủng long được cho rằng đã tuyệt chủng một triệu năm trước)
The city_________at one time prosperous, for it enjoyed a high level of civilization.
should have been
was
may have been
must have been
Đáp án: D
Giải thích:
Mệnh đề phía sau là căn cứ chắc chắn cho mệnh đề đầu, do đó đây là một khẳng định về sự việc chắc chắn đã xảy ra trong quá khứ, chọn D.
Ta có các cấu trúc:
should have done something: lẽ ra nên làm gì trong quá khứ (thực tế đã không làm)
may have done something: có thể đã làm gì trong quá khứ (thể hiện phỏng đoán không chắc chắn)
must have done something: chắc chắn đã làm gì trong quá khứ (thể hiện khẳng định chắc chắn, có căn cứ)
Dịch: Thành phố này hẳn đã có thời thịnh vượng vì nó có nền văn minh cao.
The weather is going to change soon; I feel it in my _________ .
legs
bones
skin
body
Đáp án : B
Cấu trúc “feel [it] in one’s bones [that]”: có linh cảm [rằng]
There’s a list of repairs as long as________
a mile
a pole
your arm
your arms
Đáp án : C
“as long as someone’s arm” = “very long”: dài, có nhiều trang, nhiều đồ vật,…
________ that Marie was able to retire at the age of 50.
So successful her business was
So successful was her business
Her business was successful
So was her successful business
Đáp án: B
Giải thích:
Đảo ngữ nhấn mạnh dùng với “so”:
So + Tính từ + be (chia theo thì) + S + that + S + V
So + Trạng từ + Trợ động từ + S + V (không chia) + that + S + V
Đáp án B đúng ngữ pháp.
Dịch: Việc kinh doanh của Marie thành công đến nỗi mà cô ấy có thể về hưu ở tuổi 50.
_______back to her hometown, Julia found everything new and attractive.
On arriving
On arrival
When arrived
As she arrives
Đáp án : A
Nếu đứng ở vị trí đầu câu, thì “ On arriving” = “Having arrived”
Peter: “Is it important?” Thomas: “_________”.
It’s a matter of life-and-death!
No worry, that’s nothing.
It’s ridiculous.
Not on your life!
Đáp án : A
“It’s a matter of life-and-death!” = “It is very important”
The suspect confessed ________.
the police his crime
his crime
his crime the police
his crime to the police
Đáp án : B
“confess”: thú nhận, xưng tội. Không có “confess something somebody/to somebody” nên câu A, C, D đều sai
______ his advice, I would never have got the job.
Except
But for
Apart from
As for
Đáp án : B
“But for”: Nếu không có…; Nhờ có….(Nếu không có lời khuyên của anh ấy, tôi sẽ không bao giờ nhận được công việc này)
More than a mile of roadway has been blocked with trees, stones and other debris, ______ the explosion.
causing
caused by
which caused by
which caused
Đáp án : B
“caused by” ở đây hiểu là “which were caused by”
He decided to buy some chocolate kept in an________container for his father, a_______ watch for his mother and a doll with _______for his little sister.
tight air; proof water; white snow
air-tighted; water-proofed; snow-whited
tight aired; proof watered; white snowed
air-tight; water-proof; snow-white
Đáp án : D
Những tính từ ghép:
- air-tight: kín hơi
- water-proof: chống nước
- snow-white: trắng tinh, trắng như tuyết
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Ponce de Leon searched in vain for a means of rejuvenating the aged
making young again
making merry again
making wealthy again
making weary again
Đáp án : A
“rejuvenating” = “making young again” :làm trẻ lại, làm trẻ hoá
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Mr. Young, general manager of the emergency response division of AMSA, said that the debris was spotted along a busy shipping route and could be containers that had fallen off cargo vessels.
seen
collected
shot
analised
Đáp án : A
“spot” =”see”: phát hiện ra, nhận ra, nhìn thấy
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Every time he opens his mouth, he immediately regrets what he said. He is always putting his foot in his mouth.
speaking indirectly
making a mistake
saying embarrassing things
doing things in the wrong order
Đáp án : C
“putting his foot in his mouth” = “saying embarrassing things”: nói ra những điều xấu hổ, lúng túng
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
In remote communities, it’s important to replenish stocks before the winter sets in.
empty
remake
repeat
refill
Đáp án : A
“replenish” = “refill”: đổ đầy, làm đầy vào; trái nghĩa là “empty”: trống rỗng
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Because Jack defaulted on his loan, the bank took him to court.
was paid much money
paid in full
had a bad personality
failed to pay
Đáp án : B
“default” = “fail to pay”: không trả được nợ; trái nghĩa là “paid in full”: trả đầy đủ
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to show the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.
Having finished (A) his term paper before the (B) deadline, it was delivered (C) to the professor before (D) the class.
finished
before the
it was delivered
before
Đáp án : C
It was delivered -> he delivered, vì chủ ngữ ở đây là “he” để thực hiện hành động “finish his term paper”
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to show the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.
Animals and man (A) use the energy finding (B) in food to operate (C) their body and (D) muscles.
man
finding
operate
and
Đáp án : B
“finding” ->found/which is found. Dùng dạng bị động (được tìm thấy)
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to show the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.
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.
Đáp án : C
“are” -> “is” vì chủ ngữ là “A basic knowledge” (số ít)
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to show the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions
She was anxious about (A) the interview because (B) she failed (C) three interviews before. (D)
about
because
failed
before.
Đáp án : C
“failed” -> “had failed”: dùng thì quá khứ hoàn thành, diễn tả hành động xảy ra trước một hành động nào đó trong quá khứ
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to show the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.
Not until much (A) later did she realize (B) that her long-known (C) partner had been lying her. (D)
much
did she realize
long-know
lying her.
Đáp án : D
“lying her” -> “lying to her”: động từ “lie” (nói dối) đi cùng giới từ “ to”: “lie to somebody”: nói dối ai
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.
Scientists have discovered the bones of what may be the largest meat-eating dinosaur ever to walk the earth. The discovery was made by a team of researchers from Argentina and North America in Patagonia, a desert on the eastern slopes of the Andes in South America. Besides the interesting fact that the dinosaur was huge and horrifying, it is even more astounding that the bones of a number of the dinosaurs were found together. This discovery challenges the prior theory that the biggest meat-eaters lived as loners and instead indicates that they may have lived and hunted in packs. The Tyrannosaurus Rex lived in North America and was believed to hunt and live alone.
The newly discovered meat-eater appears to be related to the Giganotosaurus family, being as closely related to it as a fox would be to a dog. It is actually not of the same family at all as the Tyrannosaurus Rex, being as different from it as a cat is from a dog.
The fossilized remains indicate that the animals lived about 100 million years ago. With needle-shaped noses and razor sharp teeth, they were larger than the Tyrannosaurus Rex, although their legs were slightly shorter, and their jaws were designed to be better able to dissect their prey quickly and precisely.
The author states that the newly discovered dinosaur remains are evidence that it was the largest _________?
carnivorous dinosaur
dinosaur ever
South American dinosaur
herbivorous dinosaur
Đáp án : A
Thông tin ở câu đầu tiên: “Scientists have discovered the bones of what may be the largest meat-eating dinosaur ever to walk the earth.” (meat-eating dinosaur = carnivorous dinosaur)
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.
Scientists have discovered the bones of what may be the largest meat-eating dinosaur ever to walk the earth. The discovery was made by a team of researchers from Argentina and North America in Patagonia, a desert on the eastern slopes of the Andes in South America. Besides the interesting fact that the dinosaur was huge and horrifying, it is even more astounding that the bones of a number of the dinosaurs were found together. This discovery challenges the prior theory that the biggest meat-eaters lived as loners and instead indicates that they may have lived and hunted in packs. The Tyrannosaurus Rex lived in North America and was believed to hunt and live alone.
The newly discovered meat-eater appears to be related to the Giganotosaurus family, being as closely related to it as a fox would be to a dog. It is actually not of the same family at all as the Tyrannosaurus Rex, being as different from it as a cat is from a dog.
The fossilized remains indicate that the animals lived about 100 million years ago. With needle-shaped noses and razor sharp teeth, they were larger than the Tyrannosaurus Rex, although their legs were slightly shorter, and their jaws were designed to be better able to dissect their prey quickly and precisely.
The word Besides in the first paragraph is closest in meaning to _______
in spite of
mostly
in addition to
although.
Đáp án : C
“Besides” = “In addition to”: Bên cạnh đó, thêm vào đó
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.
Scientists have discovered the bones of what may be the largest meat-eating dinosaur ever to walk the earth. The discovery was made by a team of researchers from Argentina and North America in Patagonia, a desert on the eastern slopes of the Andes in South America. Besides the interesting fact that the dinosaur was huge and horrifying, it is even more astounding that the bones of a number of the dinosaurs were found together. This discovery challenges the prior theory that the biggest meat-eaters lived as loners and instead indicates that they may have lived and hunted in packs. The Tyrannosaurus Rex lived in North America and was believed to hunt and live alone.
The newly discovered meat-eater appears to be related to the Giganotosaurus family, being as closely related to it as a fox would be to a dog. It is actually not of the same family at all as the Tyrannosaurus Rex, being as different from it as a cat is from a dog.
The fossilized remains indicate that the animals lived about 100 million years ago. With needle-shaped noses and razor sharp teeth, they were larger than the Tyrannosaurus Rex, although their legs were slightly shorter, and their jaws were designed to be better able to dissect their prey quickly and precisely.
The word horrifying in the first paragraph is closest in meaning to
frightening
fast
large
interesting
Đáp án : A
“horrifying” = “frightening”: đáng sợ, khủng khiếp,…
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.
Scientists have discovered the bones of what may be the largest meat-eating dinosaur ever to walk the earth. The discovery was made by a team of researchers from Argentina and North America in Patagonia, a desert on the eastern slopes of the Andes in South America. Besides the interesting fact that the dinosaur was huge and horrifying, it is even more astounding that the bones of a number of the dinosaurs were found together. This discovery challenges the prior theory that the biggest meat-eaters lived as loners and instead indicates that they may have lived and hunted in packs. The Tyrannosaurus Rex lived in North America and was believed to hunt and live alone.
The newly discovered meat-eater appears to be related to the Giganotosaurus family, being as closely related to it as a fox would be to a dog. It is actually not of the same family at all as the Tyrannosaurus Rex, being as different from it as a cat is from a dog.
The fossilized remains indicate that the animals lived about 100 million years ago. With needle-shaped noses and razor sharp teeth, they were larger than the Tyrannosaurus Rex, although their legs were slightly shorter, and their jaws were designed to be better able to dissect their prey quickly and precisely.
The word astounding in the first paragraph is closest in meaning to
pleasing
displeasing
surprising
terrifying
Đáp án : C
“astounding” = “surprising”: sửng sốt, ngạc nhiên
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.
Scientists have discovered the bones of what may be the largest meat-eating dinosaur ever to walk the earth. The discovery was made by a team of researchers from Argentina and North America in Patagonia, a desert on the eastern slopes of the Andes in South America. Besides the interesting fact that the dinosaur was huge and horrifying, it is even more astounding that the bones of a number of the dinosaurs were found together. This discovery challenges the prior theory that the biggest meat-eaters lived as loners and instead indicates that they may have lived and hunted in packs. The Tyrannosaurus Rex lived in North America and was believed to hunt and live alone.
The newly discovered meat-eater appears to be related to the Giganotosaurus family, being as closely related to it as a fox would be to a dog. It is actually not of the same family at all as the Tyrannosaurus Rex, being as different from it as a cat is from a dog.
The fossilized remains indicate that the animals lived about 100 million years ago. With needle-shaped noses and razor sharp teeth, they were larger than the Tyrannosaurus Rex, although their legs were slightly shorter, and their jaws were designed to be better able to dissect their prey quickly and precisely.
The author implies that the most interesting fact about the find is that this dinosaur _____ .
was found in the Andes
had a powerful jaw and sharp teeth
was larger than Tyrannosaurus Rex
lived and hunted with others
Đáp án : D
Thông tin ở câu thứ 4 đoạn đầu tiên: “This discovery challenges the prior theory that the biggest meat-eaters lived as loners and instead indicates that they may have lived and hunted in packs.”
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.
Scientists have discovered the bones of what may be the largest meat-eating dinosaur ever to walk the earth. The discovery was made by a team of researchers from Argentina and North America in Patagonia, a desert on the eastern slopes of the Andes in South America. Besides the interesting fact that the dinosaur was huge and horrifying, it is even more astounding that the bones of a number of the dinosaurs were found together. This discovery challenges the prior theory that the biggest meat-eaters lived as loners and instead indicates that they may have lived and hunted in packs. The Tyrannosaurus Rex lived in North America and was believed to hunt and live alone.
The newly discovered meat-eater appears to be related to the Giganotosaurus family, being as closely related to it as a fox would be to a dog. It is actually not of the same family at all as the Tyrannosaurus Rex, being as different from it as a cat is from a dog.
The fossilized remains indicate that the animals lived about 100 million years ago. With needle-shaped noses and razor sharp teeth, they were larger than the Tyrannosaurus Rex, although their legs were slightly shorter, and their jaws were designed to be better able to dissect their prey quickly and precisely.
The passage indicates that prior to this discovery scientists believed that_______.
there were no meat-eating dinosaurs in the Andes
meat-eating dinosaurs lived alone
Tyrannosaurus Rex lived in the Andes
meat-eating dinosaurs were small in stature
Đáp án : B
Thông tin ở câu thứ 4 đoạn đầu tiên: “This discovery challenges the prior theory that the biggest meat-eaters lived as loners….”
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.
Scientists have discovered the bones of what may be the largest meat-eating dinosaur ever to walk the earth. The discovery was made by a team of researchers from Argentina and North America in Patagonia, a desert on the eastern slopes of the Andes in South America. Besides the interesting fact that the dinosaur was huge and horrifying, it is even more astounding that the bones of a number of the dinosaurs were found together. This discovery challenges the prior theory that the biggest meat-eaters lived as loners and instead indicates that they may have lived and hunted in packs. The Tyrannosaurus Rex lived in North America and was believed to hunt and live alone.
The newly discovered meat-eater appears to be related to the Giganotosaurus family, being as closely related to it as a fox would be to a dog. It is actually not of the same family at all as the Tyrannosaurus Rex, being as different from it as a cat is from a dog.
The fossilized remains indicate that the animals lived about 100 million years ago. With needle-shaped noses and razor sharp teeth, they were larger than the Tyrannosaurus Rex, although their legs were slightly shorter, and their jaws were designed to be better able to dissect their prey quickly and precisely.
The word it in the second paragraph refers to _______
Relationship
dog
newly discovered meat-eater
Giganotosaurus
Đáp án : D
“it” được thay thế cho “Giganotosaurus” trong vế trước: “The newly discovered meat-eater appears to be related to the Giganotosaurus family”
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.
Scientists have discovered the bones of what may be the largest meat-eating dinosaur ever to walk the earth. The discovery was made by a team of researchers from Argentina and North America in Patagonia, a desert on the eastern slopes of the Andes in South America. Besides the interesting fact that the dinosaur was huge and horrifying, it is even more astounding that the bones of a number of the dinosaurs were found together. This discovery challenges the prior theory that the biggest meat-eaters lived as loners and instead indicates that they may have lived and hunted in packs. The Tyrannosaurus Rex lived in North America and was believed to hunt and live alone.
The newly discovered meat-eater appears to be related to the Giganotosaurus family, being as closely related to it as a fox would be to a dog. It is actually not of the same family at all as the Tyrannosaurus Rex, being as different from it as a cat is from a dog.
The fossilized remains indicate that the animals lived about 100 million years ago. With needle-shaped noses and razor sharp teeth, they were larger than the Tyrannosaurus Rex, although their legs were slightly shorter, and their jaws were designed to be better able to dissect their prey quickly and precisely.
The author states that the newly discovered meat-eating dinosaur is _______
closely related to Tyrannosaurus Rex.
not closely related to Tyrannosaurus Rex.
not closely related to Giganotosaurus
closely related to the large cat family
Đáp án : B
Thông tin ở câu cuối đoạn thứ 2: “It is actually not of the same family at all as the Tyrannosaurus Rex, being as different from it as a cat is from a dog.”
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.
Scientists have discovered the bones of what may be the largest meat-eating dinosaur ever to walk the earth. The discovery was made by a team of researchers from Argentina and North America in Patagonia, a desert on the eastern slopes of the Andes in South America. Besides the interesting fact that the dinosaur was huge and horrifying, it is even more astounding that the bones of a number of the dinosaurs were found together. This discovery challenges the prior theory that the biggest meat-eaters lived as loners and instead indicates that they may have lived and hunted in packs. The Tyrannosaurus Rex lived in North America and was believed to hunt and live alone.
The newly discovered meat-eater appears to be related to the Giganotosaurus family, being as closely related to it as a fox would be to a dog. It is actually not of the same family at all as the Tyrannosaurus Rex, being as different from it as a cat is from a dog.
The fossilized remains indicate that the animals lived about 100 million years ago. With needle-shaped noses and razor sharp teeth, they were larger than the Tyrannosaurus Rex, although their legs were slightly shorter, and their jaws were designed to be better able to dissect their prey quickly and precisely.
The word dissect in the last sentence is closest in meaning to ________
dismember
chew
escape
swallow
Đáp án : A
“dissect” = “dismember”: mổ xẻ, chặt rời, chia cắt
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.
Scientists have discovered the bones of what may be the largest meat-eating dinosaur ever to walk the earth. The discovery was made by a team of researchers from Argentina and North America in Patagonia, a desert on the eastern slopes of the Andes in South America. Besides the interesting fact that the dinosaur was huge and horrifying, it is even more astounding that the bones of a number of the dinosaurs were found together. This discovery challenges the prior theory that the biggest meat-eaters lived as loners and instead indicates that they may have lived and hunted in packs. The Tyrannosaurus Rex lived in North America and was believed to hunt and live alone.
The newly discovered meat-eater appears to be related to the Giganotosaurus family, being as closely related to it as a fox would be to a dog. It is actually not of the same family at all as the Tyrannosaurus Rex, being as different from it as a cat is from a dog.
The fossilized remains indicate that the animals lived about 100 million years ago. With needle-shaped noses and razor sharp teeth, they were larger than the Tyrannosaurus Rex, although their legs were slightly shorter, and their jaws were designed to be better able to dissect their prey quickly and precisely.
The word prey in the last sentence of the passage is closest in meaning to ____________.
enemy
victim
dinosaurs
attacker
Đáp án : B
“prey” = “victim”: con mồi, nạn nhân
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.
Humans have struggled against weeds since the beginnings of agriculture. Marring our gardens is one of the milder effects of weeds - any plants that thrive where they are unwanted. They clog waterways, destroy wildlife habitats, and impede farming. Their spread eliminates grazing areas and accounts for one-third of all crop loss. They compete for sunlight, nutrients, and water with useful plants.
The global need for weed control had been answered mainly by the chemical industry. Its herbicides are effective and sometimes necessary, but some pose serious problems, particularly if misused. Toxic compounds threaten animal and public health when they accumulate in food plants, groundwater, and drinking water. They also harm workers who apply them.
In recent years, the chemical industry has introduced several herbicides that are more ecologically sound. Yet new chemicals alone cannot solve the world's weed problems. Hence, scientists are exploring the innate weed-killing powers of living organisms, primarily insects and microorganisms.
The biological agents now in use are environmentally benign and are harmless to humans. They can be chosen for their ability to attack selected targets and leave crops and other plants untouched. In contrast, some of the most effective chemicals kill virtually all the plants they come in contact with, sparing only those that are naturally resistant or have been genetically modified for resistance. Furthermore, a number of biological agents can be administered only once, after which no added applications are needed. Chemicals typically must be used several times per growing season.
With what topic does this passage primarily deal?
The importance of the chemical industry.
The dangers of toxic chemicals.
A proposal to ban the use of all herbicides.
Advantages of biological agents over chemical ones.
Đáp án : D
THông tin:
- In recent years, the chemical industry has introduced several herbicides that are more ecologically sound.
- The biological agents now in use are environmentally benign and are harmless to humans
Bài viết nói lên tác dụng của tác nhân sinh học vượt trội hơn hẳn tác nhân hoá học
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.
Humans have struggled against weeds since the beginnings of agriculture. Marring our gardens is one of the milder effects of weeds - any plants that thrive where they are unwanted. They clog waterways, destroy wildlife habitats, and impede farming. Their spread eliminates grazing areas and accounts for one-third of all crop loss. They compete for sunlight, nutrients, and water with useful plants.
The global need for weed control had been answered mainly by the chemical industry. Its herbicides are effective and sometimes necessary, but some pose serious problems, particularly if misused. Toxic compounds threaten animal and public health when they accumulate in food plants, groundwater, and drinking water. They also harm workers who apply them.
In recent years, the chemical industry has introduced several herbicides that are more ecologically sound. Yet new chemicals alone cannot solve the world's weed problems. Hence, scientists are exploring the innate weed-killing powers of living organisms, primarily insects and microorganisms.
The biological agents now in use are environmentally benign and are harmless to humans. They can be chosen for their ability to attack selected targets and leave crops and other plants untouched. In contrast, some of the most effective chemicals kill virtually all the plants they come in contact with, sparing only those that are naturally resistant or have been genetically modified for resistance. Furthermore, a number of biological agents can be administered only once, after which no added applications are needed. Chemicals typically must be used several times per growing season.
The word “marring” in bold is closest in meaning to ________.
spoiling
planting
dividing
replacing
Đáp án : A
“mar” = “spoil”: làm hư hỏng, làm hại
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.
Humans have struggled against weeds since the beginnings of agriculture. Marring our gardens is one of the milder effects of weeds - any plants that thrive where they are unwanted. They clog waterways, destroy wildlife habitats, and impede farming. Their spread eliminates grazing areas and accounts for one-third of all crop loss. They compete for sunlight, nutrients, and water with useful plants.
The global need for weed control had been answered mainly by the chemical industry. Its herbicides are effective and sometimes necessary, but some pose serious problems, particularly if misused. Toxic compounds threaten animal and public health when they accumulate in food plants, groundwater, and drinking water. They also harm workers who apply them.
In recent years, the chemical industry has introduced several herbicides that are more ecologically sound. Yet new chemicals alone cannot solve the world's weed problems. Hence, scientists are exploring the innate weed-killing powers of living organisms, primarily insects and microorganisms.
The biological agents now in use are environmentally benign and are harmless to humans. They can be chosen for their ability to attack selected targets and leave crops and other plants untouched. In contrast, some of the most effective chemicals kill virtually all the plants they come in contact with, sparing only those that are naturally resistant or have been genetically modified for resistance. Furthermore, a number of biological agents can be administered only once, after which no added applications are needed. Chemicals typically must be used several times per growing season.
The word “clog” in bold is closest in meaning to ________.
grow along
drain
float on
obstruct
Đáp án : D
“clog” = “obstruct” : làm tắc, làm nghẽn
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.
Humans have struggled against weeds since the beginnings of agriculture. Marring our gardens is one of the milder effects of weeds - any plants that thrive where they are unwanted. They clog waterways, destroy wildlife habitats, and impede farming. Their spread eliminates grazing areas and accounts for one-third of all crop loss. They compete for sunlight, nutrients, and water with useful plants.
The global need for weed control had been answered mainly by the chemical industry. Its herbicides are effective and sometimes necessary, but some pose serious problems, particularly if misused. Toxic compounds threaten animal and public health when they accumulate in food plants, groundwater, and drinking water. They also harm workers who apply them.
In recent years, the chemical industry has introduced several herbicides that are more ecologically sound. Yet new chemicals alone cannot solve the world's weed problems. Hence, scientists are exploring the innate weed-killing powers of living organisms, primarily insects and microorganisms.
The biological agents now in use are environmentally benign and are harmless to humans. They can be chosen for their ability to attack selected targets and leave crops and other plants untouched. In contrast, some of the most effective chemicals kill virtually all the plants they come in contact with, sparing only those that are naturally resistant or have been genetically modified for resistance. Furthermore, a number of biological agents can be administered only once, after which no added applications are needed. Chemicals typically must be used several times per growing season.
Which of the following terms does the author define in the first paragraph?
weeds
nutrients
wildlife habitats
grazing area
Đáp án : A
Thông tin ở câu thứ 2 đoạn đầu tiên: “one of the milder effects of weeds - any plants that thrive where they are unwanted.”
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.
Humans have struggled against weeds since the beginnings of agriculture. Marring our gardens is one of the milder effects of weeds - any plants that thrive where they are unwanted. They clog waterways, destroy wildlife habitats, and impede farming. Their spread eliminates grazing areas and accounts for one-third of all crop loss. They compete for sunlight, nutrients, and water with useful plants.
The global need for weed control had been answered mainly by the chemical industry. Its herbicides are effective and sometimes necessary, but some pose serious problems, particularly if misused. Toxic compounds threaten animal and public health when they accumulate in food plants, groundwater, and drinking water. They also harm workers who apply them.
In recent years, the chemical industry has introduced several herbicides that are more ecologically sound. Yet new chemicals alone cannot solve the world's weed problems. Hence, scientists are exploring the innate weed-killing powers of living organisms, primarily insects and microorganisms.
The biological agents now in use are environmentally benign and are harmless to humans. They can be chosen for their ability to attack selected targets and leave crops and other plants untouched. In contrast, some of the most effective chemicals kill virtually all the plants they come in contact with, sparing only those that are naturally resistant or have been genetically modified for resistance. Furthermore, a number of biological agents can be administered only once, after which no added applications are needed. Chemicals typically must be used several times per growing season.
Which of the following statements about the use of chemical agents as herbicides would the author most likely agree?
It is occasionally required.
It is safe but inefficient.
It should be increased.
It has become more dangerous recently.
Đáp án : A
Thông tin ở câu thứ 2 đoạn thứ 2: “Its herbicides are effective and sometimes necessary…” (“It is occasionally required” = “sometimes necessary”)
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.
Humans have struggled against weeds since the beginnings of agriculture. Marring our gardens is one of the milder effects of weeds - any plants that thrive where they are unwanted. They clog waterways, destroy wildlife habitats, and impede farming. Their spread eliminates grazing areas and accounts for one-third of all crop loss. They compete for sunlight, nutrients, and water with useful plants.
The global need for weed control had been answered mainly by the chemical industry. Its herbicides are effective and sometimes necessary, but some pose serious problems, particularly if misused. Toxic compounds threaten animal and public health when they accumulate in food plants, groundwater, and drinking water. They also harm workers who apply them.
In recent years, the chemical industry has introduced several herbicides that are more ecologically sound. Yet new chemicals alone cannot solve the world's weed problems. Hence, scientists are exploring the innate weed-killing powers of living organisms, primarily insects and microorganisms.
The biological agents now in use are environmentally benign and are harmless to humans. They can be chosen for their ability to attack selected targets and leave crops and other plants untouched. In contrast, some of the most effective chemicals kill virtually all the plants they come in contact with, sparing only those that are naturally resistant or have been genetically modified for resistance. Furthermore, a number of biological agents can be administered only once, after which no added applications are needed. Chemicals typically must be used several times per growing season.
Which of the following is NOT given as an advantage of using biological agents over chemical herbicides?
They are safer for workers.
They are less likely to destroy desirable plants.
They are more easily available.
They do not have to be used as often.
Đáp án : C
Thông tin ở đoạn cuối cùng:
- The biological agents now in use are environmentally benign and are harmless to humans. (They are safer for workers)
- leave crops and other plants untouched.( They are less likely to destroy desirable plants.)
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.
Humans have struggled against weeds since the beginnings of agriculture. Marring our gardens is one of the milder effects of weeds - any plants that thrive where they are unwanted. They clog waterways, destroy wildlife habitats, and impede farming. Their spread eliminates grazing areas and accounts for one-third of all crop loss. They compete for sunlight, nutrients, and water with useful plants.
The global need for weed control had been answered mainly by the chemical industry. Its herbicides are effective and sometimes necessary, but some pose serious problems, particularly if misused. Toxic compounds threaten animal and public health when they accumulate in food plants, groundwater, and drinking water. They also harm workers who apply them.
In recent years, the chemical industry has introduced several herbicides that are more ecologically sound. Yet new chemicals alone cannot solve the world's weed problems. Hence, scientists are exploring the innate weed-killing powers of living organisms, primarily insects and microorganisms.
The biological agents now in use are environmentally benign and are harmless to humans. They can be chosen for their ability to attack selected targets and leave crops and other plants untouched. In contrast, some of the most effective chemicals kill virtually all the plants they come in contact with, sparing only those that are naturally resistant or have been genetically modified for resistance. Furthermore, a number of biological agents can be administered only once, after which no added applications are needed. Chemicals typically must be used several times per growing season.
The word “innate” in bold is closest in meaning to______
effective
organic
natural
active
Đáp án : C
“innate” = “natural”: bẩm sinh, tự nhiên
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.
Humans have struggled against weeds since the beginnings of agriculture. Marring our gardens is one of the milder effects of weeds - any plants that thrive where they are unwanted. They clog waterways, destroy wildlife habitats, and impede farming. Their spread eliminates grazing areas and accounts for one-third of all crop loss. They compete for sunlight, nutrients, and water with useful plants.
The global need for weed control had been answered mainly by the chemical industry. Its herbicides are effective and sometimes necessary, but some pose serious problems, particularly if misused. Toxic compounds threaten animal and public health when they accumulate in food plants, groundwater, and drinking water. They also harm workers who apply them.
In recent years, the chemical industry has introduced several herbicides that are more ecologically sound. Yet new chemicals alone cannot solve the world's weed problems. Hence, scientists are exploring the innate weed-killing powers of living organisms, primarily insects and microorganisms.
The biological agents now in use are environmentally benign and are harmless to humans. They can be chosen for their ability to attack selected targets and leave crops and other plants untouched. In contrast, some of the most effective chemicals kill virtually all the plants they come in contact with, sparing only those that are naturally resistant or have been genetically modified for resistance. Furthermore, a number of biological agents can be administered only once, after which no added applications are needed. Chemicals typically must be used several times per growing season.
According to the passage, biological agents mainly consist of _______.
herbicides
useful plants
insects and microorganisms
weeds
Đáp án : C
Thông tin ở cuối đoạn 3: “Hence, scientists are exploring the innate weed-killing powers of living organisms, primarily insects and microorganisms.”
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.
Humans have struggled against weeds since the beginnings of agriculture. Marring our gardens is one of the milder effects of weeds - any plants that thrive where they are unwanted. They clog waterways, destroy wildlife habitats, and impede farming. Their spread eliminates grazing areas and accounts for one-third of all crop loss. They compete for sunlight, nutrients, and water with useful plants.
The global need for weed control had been answered mainly by the chemical industry. Its herbicides are effective and sometimes necessary, but some pose serious problems, particularly if misused. Toxic compounds threaten animal and public health when they accumulate in food plants, groundwater, and drinking water. They also harm workers who apply them.
In recent years, the chemical industry has introduced several herbicides that are more ecologically sound. Yet new chemicals alone cannot solve the world's weed problems. Hence, scientists are exploring the innate weed-killing powers of living organisms, primarily insects and microorganisms.
The biological agents now in use are environmentally benign and are harmless to humans. They can be chosen for their ability to attack selected targets and leave crops and other plants untouched. In contrast, some of the most effective chemicals kill virtually all the plants they come in contact with, sparing only those that are naturally resistant or have been genetically modified for resistance. Furthermore, a number of biological agents can be administered only once, after which no added applications are needed. Chemicals typically must be used several times per growing season.
The word „'applications” in bold could best be replaced by which of the following?
requests
special purposes
qualifications
treatments
Đáp án : D
“application” = “treatment”: sự ứng dụng, sự điều trị
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.
Humans have struggled against weeds since the beginnings of agriculture. Marring our gardens is one of the milder effects of weeds - any plants that thrive where they are unwanted. They clog waterways, destroy wildlife habitats, and impede farming. Their spread eliminates grazing areas and accounts for one-third of all crop loss. They compete for sunlight, nutrients, and water with useful plants.
The global need for weed control had been answered mainly by the chemical industry. Its herbicides are effective and sometimes necessary, but some pose serious problems, particularly if misused. Toxic compounds threaten animal and public health when they accumulate in food plants, groundwater, and drinking water. They also harm workers who apply them.
In recent years, the chemical industry has introduced several herbicides that are more ecologically sound. Yet new chemicals alone cannot solve the world's weed problems. Hence, scientists are exploring the innate weed-killing powers of living organisms, primarily insects and microorganisms.
The biological agents now in use are environmentally benign and are harmless to humans. They can be chosen for their ability to attack selected targets and leave crops and other plants untouched. In contrast, some of the most effective chemicals kill virtually all the plants they come in contact with, sparing only those that are naturally resistant or have been genetically modified for resistance. Furthermore, a number of biological agents can be administered only once, after which no added applications are needed. Chemicals typically must be used several times per growing season.
Which of the following best describes the organization of the passage?
A general idea is introduced and several specific examples are given.
Two possible causes of a phenomenon are compared.
A problem is described and possible solutions are discussed.
A recommendation is analyzed and rejected.
Đáp án : A
Kết cấu bài đọc là đưa ra các ý kiến chung rồi đưa ra các ví dụ minh hoạ cụ thể để làm sáng tỏ hơn ý kiến đó
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase for each of the blanks
One of the hottest topics on the international development agenda is how to harness the power of International Monetary Fund for the benefit of developing countries. What is sometimes called “the death of distance”, brought about by the (55) , allow professional services such as (56)______education and training to be provided easily and quickly to (57) areas. Some of the gains can be seen in countries as diverse as India and Morocco, where innovations range from (58) _________ government announcements to local craftsmen selling their wares to a (59)________market. But already a huge and expanding (60) _________ divide is opening up between developed and developing nations. The major tasks facing world leaders at present is to (61) ________ everybody on the planet with clean water, basic education and the drugs needed to fight preventable diseases. Installing a (62)______in every classroom and linking us to (63) must be a lesser (64)_______, for the time being at least.
Điền vào ô 55
telephone
computer
internet
modern
Đáp án : C
“brought about by the internet”: làm cho, gây ra, (=caused by the internet)
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase for each of the blanks
One of the hottest topics on the international development agenda is how to harness the power of International Monetary Fund for the benefit of developing countries. What is sometimes called “the death of distance”, brought about by the (55) , allow professional services such as (56)______education and training to be provided easily and quickly to (57) areas. Some of the gains can be seen in countries as diverse as India and Morocco, where innovations range from (58) _________ government announcements to local craftsmen selling their wares to a (59)________market. But already a huge and expanding (60) _________ divide is opening up between developed and developing nations. The major tasks facing world leaders at present is to (61) ________ everybody on the planet with clean water, basic education and the drugs needed to fight preventable diseases. Installing a (62)______in every classroom and linking us to (63) must be a lesser (64)_______, for the time being at least.
Điền vào ô 56
software
equipment
stationary
hardware
Đáp án : A
“software education”: phần mềm học tập
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase for each of the blanks
One of the hottest topics on the international development agenda is how to harness the power of International Monetary Fund for the benefit of developing countries. What is sometimes called “the death of distance”, brought about by the (55) , allow professional services such as (56)______education and training to be provided easily and quickly to (57) areas. Some of the gains can be seen in countries as diverse as India and Morocco, where innovations range from (58) _________ government announcements to local craftsmen selling their wares to a (59)________market. But already a huge and expanding (60) _________ divide is opening up between developed and developing nations. The major tasks facing world leaders at present is to (61) ________ everybody on the planet with clean water, basic education and the drugs needed to fight preventable diseases. Installing a (62)______in every classroom and linking us to (63) must be a lesser (64)_______, for the time being at least.
Điền vào ô 57
secluded
far
remote
uninhabited
Đáp án : C
“remote areas”: những vùng xa xôi, hẻo lánh
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase for each of the blanks
One of the hottest topics on the international development agenda is how to harness the power of International Monetary Fund for the benefit of developing countries. What is sometimes called “the death of distance”, brought about by the (55) , allow professional services such as (56)______education and training to be provided easily and quickly to (57) areas. Some of the gains can be seen in countries as diverse as India and Morocco, where innovations range from (58) _________ government announcements to local craftsmen selling their wares to a (59)________market. But already a huge and expanding (60) _________ divide is opening up between developed and developing nations. The major tasks facing world leaders at present is to (61) ________ everybody on the planet with clean water, basic education and the drugs needed to fight preventable diseases. Installing a (62)______in every classroom and linking us to (63) must be a lesser (64)_______, for the time being at least.
Điền vào ô 58
recorded
online
broadcast
programmed
Đáp án : B
“online government announcements”: thông báo trực tuyến của chính phủ
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase for each of the blanks
One of the hottest topics on the international development agenda is how to harness the power of International Monetary Fund for the benefit of developing countries. What is sometimes called “the death of distance”, brought about by the (55) , allow professional services such as (56)______education and training to be provided easily and quickly to (57) areas. Some of the gains can be seen in countries as diverse as India and Morocco, where innovations range from (58) _________ government announcements to local craftsmen selling their wares to a (59)________market. But already a huge and expanding (60) _________ divide is opening up between developed and developing nations. The major tasks facing world leaders at present is to (61) ________ everybody on the planet with clean water, basic education and the drugs needed to fight preventable diseases. Installing a (62)______in every classroom and linking us to (63) must be a lesser (64)_______, for the time being at least.
Điền vào ô 59
shrinking
technical
village
global
Đáp án : D
“global market”: thị trường toàn cầu
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase for each of the blanks
One of the hottest topics on the international development agenda is how to harness the power of International Monetary Fund for the benefit of developing countries. What is sometimes called “the death of distance”, brought about by the (55) , allow professional services such as (56)______education and training to be provided easily and quickly to (57) areas. Some of the gains can be seen in countries as diverse as India and Morocco, where innovations range from (58) _________ government announcements to local craftsmen selling their wares to a (59)________market. But already a huge and expanding (60) _________ divide is opening up between developed and developing nations. The major tasks facing world leaders at present is to (61) ________ everybody on the planet with clean water, basic education and the drugs needed to fight preventable diseases. Installing a (62)______in every classroom and linking us to (63) must be a lesser (64)_______, for the time being at least.
Điền vào ô 60
economical
electrical
physical
digital
Đáp án : D
“Digital divide is opening up between developed and developing nations”: con số chênh lệch ngày càng được mở rộng giữa những quốc gia phát triển và đang phát triển
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase for each of the blanks
One of the hottest topics on the international development agenda is how to harness the power of International Monetary Fund for the benefit of developing countries. What is sometimes called “the death of distance”, brought about by the (55) , allow professional services such as (56)______education and training to be provided easily and quickly to (57) areas. Some of the gains can be seen in countries as diverse as India and Morocco, where innovations range from (58) _________ government announcements to local craftsmen selling their wares to a (59)________market. But already a huge and expanding (60) _________ divide is opening up between developed and developing nations. The major tasks facing world leaders at present is to (61) ________ everybody on the planet with clean water, basic education and the drugs needed to fight preventable diseases. Installing a (62)______in every classroom and linking us to (63) must be a lesser (64)_______, for the time being at least.
Điền vào ô 61
give
administer
donate
supply
Đáp án : D
“supply” + with: cung cấp
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase for each of the blanks
One of the hottest topics on the international development agenda is how to harness the power of International Monetary Fund for the benefit of developing countries. What is sometimes called “the death of distance”, brought about by the (55) , allow professional services such as (56)______education and training to be provided easily and quickly to (57) areas. Some of the gains can be seen in countries as diverse as India and Morocco, where innovations range from (58) _________ government announcements to local craftsmen selling their wares to a (59)________market. But already a huge and expanding (60) _________ divide is opening up between developed and developing nations. The major tasks facing world leaders at present is to (61) ________ everybody on the planet with clean water, basic education and the drugs needed to fight preventable diseases. Installing a (62)______in every classroom and linking us to (63) must be a lesser (64)_______, for the time being at least.
Điền vào ô 62
mobile phone
plug
modem
video
Đáp án : C
“modem”: bộ biến điệu (thiết bị có thể làm thay đổi tín hiệu điện tử để có thể truyền thông tin qua đường điện thoại từ máy tính này sang máy tính khác)
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase for each of the blanks
One of the hottest topics on the international development agenda is how to harness the power of International Monetary Fund for the benefit of developing countries. What is sometimes called “the death of distance”, brought about by the (55) , allow professional services such as (56)______education and training to be provided easily and quickly to (57) areas. Some of the gains can be seen in countries as diverse as India and Morocco, where innovations range from (58) _________ government announcements to local craftsmen selling their wares to a (59)________market. But already a huge and expanding (60) _________ divide is opening up between developed and developing nations. The major tasks facing world leaders at present is to (61) ________ everybody on the planet with clean water, basic education and the drugs needed to fight preventable diseases. Installing a (62)______in every classroom and linking us to (63) must be a lesser (64)_______, for the time being at least.
Điền vào ô 63
the real world
outer space
virtual reality
cyberspace
Đáp án : D
“cyberspace”: không gian tự khiển (không gian trực tuyến của mạng lưới máy tính và internet)
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase for each of the blanks
One of the hottest topics on the international development agenda is how to harness the power of International Monetary Fund for the benefit of developing countries. What is sometimes called “the death of distance”, brought about by the (55) , allow professional services such as (56)______education and training to be provided easily and quickly to (57) areas. Some of the gains can be seen in countries as diverse as India and Morocco, where innovations range from (58) _________ government announcements to local craftsmen selling their wares to a (59)________market. But already a huge and expanding (60) _________ divide is opening up between developed and developing nations. The major tasks facing world leaders at present is to (61) ________ everybody on the planet with clean water, basic education and the drugs needed to fight preventable diseases. Installing a (62)______in every classroom and linking us to (63) must be a lesser (64)_______, for the time being at least.
Điền vào ô 64
priority
importance
criteria
advantage
Đáp án : A
“priority”: vị trí hàng đầu, ưu tiên








