56 CÂU HỎI
Which of the following does the passage mainly discuss?
A. A joint effort between America and France
B. Engineering, Construction, and Crossing the Atlantic of the Statue of Liberty
C. Statue of Liberty crossing Atlantic Ocean
D. Design of the Statue of Liberty
According to paragraph 1, which of the following is the reason for making a monument for the United States?
A. The 100th commemoration of the American Declaration of Independence.
B. Frederic Auguste Bartholdi had to follow Frenchman Edouard de Laboulaye’s idea.
C. There must be a joint monument between America and France.
D. It was requested from the French Government.
The word “centennial” in paragraph 1 mostly means ______.
A. The time when pubs can legally open
B. The time when a pub ends business for the day
C. The act or process of finishing something
D. The 100th anniversary of an event
Lottery is mentioned in paragraph 2 as a way of _____.
A. encouraging French people to be responsible for the construction of the statue
B. attracting people’s attention to the project
C. raising funds for the construction of the statue
D. creating a kind of entertainment for French people
The word “colossal” in paragraph 3 can be best replaced by _____.
A. uppermost
B. fantastic
C. classic
D. enormous
The word “who” in paragraph 2 refers to ______.
A. Pulitzer
B. the rich
C. the middle class
D. the wealthy
According to paragraph 5, what did architect Richard Morris Hunt do to financially help constructing the Statue?
A. He donated cash.
B. He designed the statue pedestal free of charge.
C. He designed the statue without collecting any fee.
D. He donated material of granite to build the pedestal.
According to the passage, which of the following statements about the Statue of Liberty is NOT true?
A. Frederic Auguste Bartholdi first proposed the idea of a monument for the United States in 1865.
B. Lack of funds was a problem when constructing the statue on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean.
C. Pulitzer used his newspaper to criticize both the rich and the middle class to provide the funds.
D. The construction of the Statue of Liberty completed 10 years late as a centennial gift to America.
Which of the following does the passage mainly discuss?
A. Gustave Eiffel – the engineer of the Tower
B. Material used in construction of Eiffel Tower
C. Function of Eiffel Tower
D. Eiffel Tower and its design
According to paragraph 1, what was the reason for the construction of Eifel Tower?
A. Paris city needed a recognizable monument for the 1889 World’s Fair.
B. Gustave Eiffel’s company wanted to build a massive iron structure.
C. It was necessary to build a tower for broadcasting television and radio.
D. The tower was built to attract more visitors to Paris.
The word “granted” in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to ______.
A. accepted
B. awarded
C. allowed
D. admitted
According to paragraph 2, which of the following is NOT mentioned as Alexandre-Gustave Eiffel’s occupation?
A. Bridge builder
B. Architect
C. Structural engineer
D. Metals expert
The word “which” in paragraph 4 refers to ______.
A. The Chrysler Building
B. The Empire State Building
C. The structure’s height
D. An antenna
According to paragraph 3, what was the reason why Gustave Eiffel rejected Koechlin’s original plan for the tower?
A. Gustave Eiffel wanted more decorating details for the design of the tower.
B. Koechlin’s original plan required too much material.
C. The plan used the framework of the iconic lattice.
D. The plan designed a tower that was not high enough.
The word “allegedly” in the last paragraph can best be replaced by _____.
A. scholarly
B. officially
C. reportedly
D. expectedly
According to the passage, which of the following statements about Eiffel Tower is TRUE?
A. Alexandre-Gustave Eiffel was the one who came up with and fine-tuned the design of the tower.
B. The tower was completed in March 1889 stood nearly 1,000 meters high, and was the tallest structure in the world.
C. Initially, only two platforms of the Eiffel Tower’s was open to the public.
D. Not all of Parisians have optimistic ideas about Eiffel Tower.
Which best serves as the title for the passage?
A. Missing piece of Stonehenge monument returned.
B. The core of Stonehenge travelling over the world and back.
C. Architects pondering over the origin of Stonehenge.
D. Restoration work being done improperly.
The word “they” in paragraph 1 refers to _____.
A. samples
B. stones
C. cores
D. geologists
The word “distinctive” in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to _______.
A. beautiful
B. common
C. unique
D. idiosyncratic
According to paragraph 2, why was Lewis and Robin’s father offered to keep a piece of Stonehenge?
A. His children pleaded with Robert to file for a permission to keep the core as a memento.
B. The core was replaced by metal rods inserted to keep the stone standing, which was his idea.
C. The British government considered the spare and useless parts as a bad omen.
D. Robert Phillips was an employee from the company that carried out the repairs.
According to paragraph 3, why were the archaeologists taken aback by the Phillips’ notification?
A. Archaeologists presumed that no one would ever surrender the possession of such one-of-a-kind stones.
B. The last thing archaeologists ever expected was to get a call from someone telling they had a piece of Stonehenge.
C. The piece could be a unique opportunity to analyze the unweathered interior of a stone, potentially offering fresh clues.
D. The other two pieces were recovered ages before Robert’s appearance and offer to return.
Which of the following statements is TRUE, according to the passage?
A. The mass of the Stonehenge amounts to approximately 38 tons in total.
B. Robert Phillips was the chief manager for the Stonehenge’s restoration project.
C. The world renowned heritage site welcomes over 1.5 million visitors per annum.
D. Despite centuries of speculation, the Stonehenge remains shrouded in mystery.
The word “ceremonial” in paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to _______.
A. liturgical
B. official
C. traditional
D. dignified
Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?
A. The fabled Stonehenge was discovered by an ordinary restoration worker.
B. Rock and stone are considered the DNA in the field of archaeology.
C. Stonehenge’s waste material may act as a valuable lead for geologists.
D. A big chunk of famous heritage was stolen more than 6 decades ago.
Which best serves as the title for the passage?
A. How to explore the famed Chichen Itza.
B. Integrity and authenticity of Chichen Itza.
C. Cave of relics under ruins of Chichen Itza.
D. The pre-Hispanic city of Chichen-Itza.
According to paragraph 1, what is NOT mentioned about the city Chichen Itza?
A. Chichen Itza was built in an area of rough terrain that was leveled to accommodate larger structures.
B. Chichen Itza was built due to its close proximity to the cenote, an underground source of fresh water.
C. The Nunnery and Akab Dzib, Chichan Chob were erected between the 6th and the 10th centuries.
D. The history of Chichen Itza can be traced back to the Classic period of Mayan civilization.
The word “corresponded” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to _______.
A. suited
B. signified
C. represented
D. paralleled
The word “others” in paragraph 1 refers to _____.
A. waters
B. cavities
C. manuscripts
D. monuments
According to paragraph 3, what is the proof of cultural integration between the two civilisations?
A. The Mayan marks are ubiquitous in the buildings yet no architecture exhibits Toltec influence.
B. There are two different areas in Chichén Itzá, evidenced by the different types of architecture.
C. Kukulkán brought the Toltec to Chichen Itza the beliefs and practices of human sacrifice.
D. The Toltec ruled at Chichen Itza until the city was mysteriously abandoned in roughly AD 1200.
The following statements are true, EXCEPT_______.
A. The first settlement of Chichen Itza is the focus of archaeologist researching the area.
B. In the 1400s people forsook Chichen Itza, leaving behind amazing works of architecture and art.
C. The brilliant ruins of Chichen Itza evidence a dazzling ancient city that once centered the Maya empire.
D. Though the historical records do exist, dates documented were several years apart.
The word “deterioration” in paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to _______.
A. emaciation
B. dilapidation
C. putrefaction
D. decomposition
Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?
A. The intact artefacts will allow researchers to understand changes over time at the site.
B. The condition of its inscription has been perfectly maintained in the face of time.
C. Throughout its nearly 1,000-year history, different peoples have left their mark on the city.
D. It is highly likely that the history of Chichen Itza may remain in shadow in years to come.
Which best serves as the title for the passage?
A. Impacts the Colosseum had on Roman social values.
B. Clashes over the management of Colosseum.
C. Rome development and location of the Colosseum.
D. History of a grand amphitheater – the Colosseum.
The word “tier” in paragraph 1 can be replaced by_______.
A. storey
B. echelon
C. grade
D. row
According to paragraph 1, how many reigns of emperors was the construction of the Colosseum been through?
A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4
According to paragraph 2, what meaning does the positional arrangement for the Roman beholders communicate?
A. It reveals the regime of separate classes having different access to resources and power.
B. It follows the principle that the higher the seating, the better the generalization of situation.
C. It presents the enormous wealth of the Roman empire under the Flavian dynasty.
D. It conveys the intrinsic cultural value of creating a harmonization between classes.
Which of the following statements is TRUE, according to the passage?
A. The monument consisted of 80 enters and 80 exits in total for both the royalty and the citizens.
B. The Colosseum stands out from other edifices due to its independence from support.
C. The Colosseum was inaugurated in 70 AD by the son of Vespasian, after his father’s death.
D. The Colosseum is over 3,000 years old and stands as the second largest amphitheater ever built.
The word “ostentatious” in paragraph 3 can be replaced by _______.
A. plain
B. tinsel
C. indecent
D. theatrical
The word “its” in paragraph 3 refers to _____.
A. space’s
B. enjoyment’s
C. animal’s
D. venatio’s
Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?
A. It is unsurprising that the grandiose spectacles of the Colosseum were abandoned.
B. The Colosseum continues to be a leading attraction for tourists from all over the world.
C. The Colosseum is the largest and most symbolic amphitheater of the Roman world.
D. Few degradations of the structure were man-made, mostly came from natural disasters.
Which of the following is the best title for the passage?
A. The Lighthouse on Little Brewster Island
B. The Life of a Lighthouse Keeper
C. Early Lighthouses in the United States
D. The Modern Profession of Lighthouse Keeping
Why does the author mention the Massachusetts Bay Colony?
A. It was the headquarters of the United States Lighthouse Board.
B. Many of the tallest lighthouses were built there.
C. The first lantern wicks were developed there.
D. The first lighthouse in North America was built there.
It can be inferred from the passage that light-houses in the Northeast did not need high towers because _______.
A. ships there had high masts
B. coastal waters were safe
C. the coast was straight and unobstructed
D. the lighthouse were built on high places
According to the passage, where can the tallest brick lighthouse in the United States be found?
A. Little Brewster Island
B. The Florida Keys
C. Cape Hatteras
D. Cape Cod
The highlighted word "they" in the passage refers to __________ .
A. lighthouses
B. differences
C. quarters
D. features
It can be inferred from the passage that the Treasury Department, after assuming control of the lighthouses, improved which of the following?
A. The training of the lighthouse keepers
B. The sturdiness of the lighthouses
C. The visibility of the lights
D. The locations of the lighthouses
The highlighted word "erected" in the passage is closest in meaning to _______.
A. found
B. built
C. created
D. invented
Where in the passage does the author tell how light houses in the Northeast were fastened to the surrounding rock?
A. Paragraph 1
B. Paragraph 2
C. Paragraph 3
D. Paragraph 4
Which best serves as the title for the passage?
A. Cultural values of the Leaning Tower of Pisa.
B. Why does the Leaning Tower of Pisa lean?
C. Who designed the Leaning Tower of Pisa?
D. The biggest structural failure in the history.
The word “conspicuously” in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to _______.
A. noticeably
B. majestically
C. beautifully
D. covertly
The word “it” in paragraph 1 refers to _____.
A. photo
B. city
C. day
D. tower
According to paragraph 2, what was the main reason for the Pisa Tower’s slanting?
A. The surfaces of Pisa Tower are exposed to direct sunlight all day.
B. The works on Pisa Tower continued uninterrupted.
C. Pisa was involved in various military conflicts and wars.
D. Shifting soil had destabilized the tower’s foundations.
According to paragraph 3, how was the result of Giovanni di Simone’s rectification?
A. It was an admirable work despite the unfavorable conditions of the foundation.
B. The result is the unique banana shape of the Tower that is clearly visible from the West.
C. It backfired the original intention of the architect’s engineering effort.
D. The bell tower began leaning towards the opposite direction by an even further degree.
The word “barring” in paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to _______.
A. prompting
B. excepting
C. discounting
D. including
Which of the following statements is TRUE, according to the passage?
A. The sun shines on the tower on its north side, from the west in the mornings to the east in the evenings.
B. The solution to the imminent collapse involved reinforcing the soil under the foundation.
C. The massive engineering operation taking place in 2000s failed to halt the further inclination of the tower.
D. The Leaning Tower of Pisa has been leaning for over 1000 years and it is still standing.
Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?
A. Pisa Tower’s audacious statement against gravity is not something planned in its initial design.
B. In theory, it would be possible to straighten the Leaning Tower of Pisa completely.
C. The Tower of Pisa was designed and constructed for creating a tourist attraction for the city.
D. It is very likely that the Tower of Pisa will fall in the foreseeable future due to climate change.