36 CÂU HỎI
However, (1) __________ independently, you need a number of life skills in order not to depend on your parents and older brothers or sisters.
A. to live
B. living
C. lives
D. lived
One of the most important skills is time (2)_________ which can help you build your confidence and self-esteem.
A. demonstration
B. administration
C. consumption
D. management
(3)___________, you will not feel stressed when exam dates are approaching.
A. Beside
B. Moreover
C. In addition to
D. Indeed
(4)______________ , make a plan for things you need to do, including appointments and deadlines.
A. First
B. At first
C. Firstly
D. First of all
This way, you may not be at a (5)_________ to deal with too much work at the same time.
A. glance
B. loss
C. fair
D. pinch
(1)_______, you need to be independent in order to survive in the world.
A. But
B. However
C. Therefore
D. Thereby
Learning to support yourself is (2) ________ for any success you ever hope to achieve.
A. fundament
B. fundamentalism
C. fundamental
D. fundamentals
It is extremely empowering knowing that you are (3)________control of your own life and your own choices.
A. in
B. on
C. under
D. out
It is much more beneficial to listen to the voice inside yourself rather than the berating (4) ________of others.
A. choices
B. opinions
C. thoughts
D. feelings
Think of things (5)________ are in your best interest and choose that option.
A. what
B. why
C. which
D. that
And this instruction can start as soon as (1) ____ begins, (usually between ages 9 and 13) if not before.
A. childhood
B. adolescence
C. adulthood
D. old age
Young people who learn independence can often say: “I (2) ____ my freedom by acting responsibly (I did what was right even when it was hard to do),”
A. do
B. lose
C. earn
D. make
“I was held (3) ____ for my bad choices and paid for my mistakes (I faced my consequences),” “I worked to get a lot of what I wanted (it wasn’t all handed to me),”
A. accountable
B. innocent
C. strong
D. irresponsible
“I developed the resourcefulness to help myself (4) ____ with difficulty (I met my problems head on).”
A. run
B. sell
C. solve
D. deal
They rescue from or ignore bad choices without (5) ____ on accountability.
A. having
B. requiring
C. insisting
D. maintaining
Which best serves as the title for the passage?
A. Parents stand in the way of teenagers becoming independent.
B. Unusual fear of parents for the children’s sudden maturity.
C. Abnormal encouragement of precocious development.
D. Parents and children clash in the time of puberty.
According to paragraph 1, what is the problem for the parents regarding children independence?
A. The amount of quality time the parents spend on child rearing is depleting.
B. The modern parents who are busy working often neglect their “latchkey” children.
C. Parents may be obstacle that prevents teenagers from becoming more self-sufficient.
D. Children who are going through the rebellious age often ignore parents’ advices.
The word “them” in paragraph 2 refers to _______.
A. parents
B. children
C. choices
D. adults
According to paragraph 3, why did the author mention the figure of parents sheltering children?
A. To illustrate the immensity of the parental love for their children.
B. To emphasise that this type of logic inhibits teenagers from becoming more mature.
C. To demonstrate the contrast between different kinds of thinking among parents.
D. To highlight the unfairness of the parents always making the decisions for their children.
The word “hassle” in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to ______.
A. brawl
B. irritation
C. stress
D. pain
Which best serves as the title for the passage?
A. Parents, teachers and communities’ collaboration.
B. Motivations for children to be independent.
C. The true values of youth emancipation.
D. Teenagers advancing towards independence.
The word “them” in paragraph 1 refers to _____.
A. adults
B. parents
C. relationships
D. teens
The word “unwind” in paragraph is closest 2 in meaning to _______.
A. relax
B. luxuriate
C. untwine
D. lounge
The word “supervision” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to _______.
A. domination
B. custody
C. leadership
D. guidance
According to paragraph 3, what can be concluded about the mentioned educational philosophy in managing money?
A. It is parents’ direction not interference that is needed.
B. A few experiments can teach a lot more than lectures.
C. Financial planning is different from saving money.
D. Learning how to spend is prerequisite for how to save.
According to paragraph 4, what is NOT correct about the approach of reflecting on mistakes?
A. Mistakes made should be understood and accepted.
B. Lethal mistakes are extremely few and far between.
C. Most parents choose to let life teach their children memorable lessons.
D. Travelling with a drunk person behind the wheel is considered a severe mistake.
Which of the following statements is TRUE, according to the passage?
A. Every teen should have his own alarm clock to control schedule.
B. Vague answers about the time are signal for the need of timetable.
C. Managing your time and money is what being an adult is all about.
D. Teens should not be encouraged to open their own savings accounts.
Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?
A. There are many practices for promoting teen independence.
B. Trying new things becomes even more important in the teen years.
C. Independence is the ultimate goal of people at all ages.
D. Teens desperately want to become adults, but are also afraid of it.
Why does the writer want to move out?
A. Many people assume that he should live independently.
B. His parents would like him to live far from them.
C. His parents do not support and respect his decision.
D. It makes his travelling to work more convenient.
All of the following are mentioned as the benefits of living in the new place EXCEPT ____.
A. saving time and money
B. making his own decisions
C. staying up late with friends
D. enjoying more freedom
The word "trade-offs" in the passage is closest in meaning to ____.
A. regulations
B. disadvantages
C. preparations
D. benefits
Which of the following is NOT included in the preparatory work of renting an apartment?
A. Bargaining the price
B. Fixing defective facilities
C. Visiting various apartments
D. Discussing what furniture to include
According to paragraph 4, which of the following is the most time consuming to the writer?
A. Saving up for household bills
B. Tidying up the apartment
C. Transportation time
D. Cooking and doing the housework
The word "strike" in the passage is closest in meaning to ____.
A. destroy
B. consider
C. reach
D. upset
The word "it" in the passage refers to ____.
A. my work
B. my social life
C. enjoying life
D. moving out
What conclusion does the writer make about moving out?
A. It is too troublesome to live on his own.
B. It enables him to gain balance in life.
C. It is easier for others not for him.
D. He is enjoying the trouble that it brings.