50 CÂU HỎI
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 this writing test, candidates will not be penalized for minor mechanical mistakes.
A. punished
B. rewarded
C. motivated
D. discouraged
After their long-standing conflict had been resolved, the two families decided to bury the hatchet.
A. become enemies
B. become friends
C. give up weapons
D. reach an agreement
The aircraft carrier is indispensable in naval operations against sea or shore based enemies.
A. novel
B. unnecessary
C. exotic
D. vital
People are now far more materialistic than their predecessors years ago.
A. monetary
B. greedy
C. object-oriented
D. spiritual
There has been insufficient rainfall over the past two years, and fanners are having trouble.
A. abundant
B. adequate
C. unsatisfactory
D. dominant
We strongly believe that he's innocent of the crime. We do not think that he did it.
A. crimeless
B. skillful
C. clean
D. guilty
This new magazine is known for its comprehensive coverage of news.
A. casual
B. inadequate
C. indifferent
D. superficial
He was not afraid to pet the gentle dog even though it was very big.
A. dirty
B. cold
C. calm
D. fierce
The US troops are using much more sophisticated weapons in the Far East.
A. expensive
B. complicated
C. simple and easy to use
D. difficult to operate
His replies were inconsistent with his previous testimony.
A. contradicted
B. compatible
C. enhanced
D. incorporated
If one fails to achieve a goal, his or her efforts are fruitless.
A. profitable
B. futile
C. purposeful
D. useless
Hazardous waste is waste that has substantial or potential threats to public health or the environment.
A. vivid
B. risky
C. dangerous
D. secure
The doctor asked John to exhale slowly.
A. imhale
B. move in
C. enter
D. breathe in
The soldier was demoted for improper behavior.
A. promoted
B. lowered
C. resigned
D. let off
The emergence of supersonic travel opened new horizons for the military, tourism, and commerce.
A. simplicity
B. disappearance
C. urgency
D. profitability
Nutritionists believe that vitamins circumvent diseases.
A. defeat
B. nourish
C. help
D. treat
Golf wear has become a very lucrative business for both the manufacturers and golf stars.
A. unprofitable
B. impoverished
C. inexpensive
D. unfavorable
Unless you get your information from a credible website, you should doubt the veracity of the facts until you have confirmed them else where.
A. inexactness
B. falsehoodness
C. unaccuracy
D. unfairness
Marco Polo’s account of his travels has been invaluable to historians.
A. valuable
B. important
C. worthless
D. priceless
Satish’s point of view was correct but his behavior with his father was quite impertinent.
A. healthy
B. smooth
C. inadequate
D. respectful
The nominating committee always meets behind closed doors, lest its deliberations become known prematurely.
A. privately
B. safely
C. publicly
D. dangerously
She was unhappy that she lost contact with a lot of her old friends when she went abroad to study.
A. made room for
B. put in charge of
C. got in touch with
D. lost control of
The minister came under fire for his rash decision to close the factory.
A. was dismissed
B. was acclaimed
C. was criticized
D. was penalized
Those who advocate for doctor-assisted suicide say the terminally ill should not have to suffer.
A. support
B. oppose
C. annul
D. convict
James may get into hot water when driving at full speed after drinking.
A. get into trouble
B. fall into disuse
C. remain calm
D. stay safe
The situation seems to be changing minute by minute.
A. from time to time
B. time after time
C. again and again
D. very slowly
Jose had a hard time comparing the iPhone to the Samsung phone because to him they were apples and oranges.
A. containing too many technical details
B. very similar
C. completely different
D. very complicated
My neighbors are really tight with money. They hate throwing away food, don’t eat at restaurant, and always try to find the best price.
A. to spend money too easily
B. to not like spending money
C. to not know the value of money
D. to save as much money as possible
We were all in a good mood because the weather was good and we were going on holiday the next day.
A. relaxed and comfortable
B. at ease and refreshed
C. upset and disappointed
D. sad and depressed
The mountainous region of the country is thinly populated. It has only 300 inhabitants.
A. sparsely
B. greatly
C. densely
D. largely
Faced with the economic crisis, many businesses were tightening their belts and cutting jobs.
A. be generous with money
B. be careful with money
C. put on tighter belts
D. dress in baggy clothes
He is over the moon about his examination result.
A. stressed
B. very sad
C. very happy
D. satisfied
‘What I’ve got to say to you now is strictly off the record and most certainly not for publication,’ said the government official to the reporter.
A. already official
B. beside the point
C. not popular
D. not recorded
These were the people who advocated using force to stop school violence.
A. publicly said
B. openly criticized
C. publicly supported
D. strongly condemned
During the height of the season, tourists arrive in droves to see Shakespeare’s birthdayplace.
A. in small numbers
B. suddenly
C. in large numbers
D. out of the blue
On the whole, the rescue mission was well executed.
A. In fact
B. In particular
C. At once
D. In general
It’s difficult to tell him to give in because he is so big-headed.
A. wise
B. generous
C. modest
D. arrogant
The presentation by Dr. Dineen was self-explanatory.
A. bright
B. discouraging
C. confusing
D. enlightening
She gave an impeccable reading of the sonata and had the audience on their feet.
A. unqualified
B. imperfect
C. suspicious
D. negative
I didn't take a deliberate decision to lose weight. It just happened.
A. calculated
B. planned
C. accidental
D. intentional
If you are at a loose end this weekend, I will show you around the city.
A. free
B. confident
C. occupied
D. reluctant
The newspaper launched a vicious attack on him, forcing him to resign.
A. aggressive
B. dangerous
C. cruel
D. gentle
As a newspaper reporter, she always wanted to get information at first hand.
A. indirectly
B. directly
C. easily
D. slowly
He was utterly devastated by the news.
A. surprise
B. happy
C. upset
D. shocked
The Browns are both unemployed. With their six children they must be in a tight corner these day.
A. in disappointment
B. in a bad condition
C. wealthy
D. exhausted
The Ministry of Education and training of Vietnam has declared a decree on the new educational program paving the way for foreign educational co-operation and investment.
A. initiating
B. creating
C. ending
D. forming
The device is very sophisticated and should only be operated by someone who is familiar with it.
A. crude
B. advanced
C. makeshift
D. archaic
Relations between the two countries have improved considerably in the last few years.
A. abolish
B. demolish
C. diminish
D. deteriorated
Sorry, I can’t come to your party. I am snowed under with work at the moment .
A. relaxed about
B. busy with
C. interested in
D. free from
The power failure at dinnertime caused consternation among the city’s housewisves.
A. anxiety
B. calm
C. dismay
D. deliberation