Đề thi thử Đại học môn Tiếng Anh đề 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 Question 1: A neighbors B friends C relatives D photographs Question 2: A casebook B briefcase C suitcase D purchase Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word what differs from the other three in the position of the primary stress in each of the following questions Question : A expect B appear C invent D labour Question : A interview B impression C company D formally Question : A available B absolutely C certificate D appropriate Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions Question : After her illness, Lam had to work hard to…………his classmates A catch sight of B keep pace with C get in touch with D make allowance for Question : She ranked to make an early……………………at the hairdresser A date Question : B appointment C order D assignment I try to be friendly but it is hard to _ some of my colleagues A get on with B keep pace with C put up with Question : Hello, I’d like to speak with Mrs Smith D fed up with _ A Who are you? B Hang on, please, I will put you through C Sure D Off course you can Question 10 : Mai: “ Wow, I’ve never seen such a nice cell phone, Nam” A Oh, I don’t know B Thank you I’m glad you like it C You’re welcome D I agree with you Nam: “…………” Question 11: Do you know the person next to you in the evening class? A who sit B whom sits C sitting D whose sitting Question 12 : Not only , it also performs an essential function in the reproduction of the palnt A the flower is looking beautiful B does the flower look beautiful C the beautiful flower D the flower looks beautiful Question 13 : The higher the demand, _ A the more efforts we have to make B the more we have to make efforts C the more efforts we have to make D the most efforts we have to make Question 14 : What _if you saw a pickpocket steal money from someone in the street? A you B did you C will you D would you Question 15 : After three months’ practice, Peter can run A more and more fastly B faster and faster C fast and fast D more and more fast Question 16 : The voters were overwhelmingly against the candidate _proposals called for higher taxes A who his B who he had C whose D that his Question 17 : Not until late 1960s on the moon A when Americans walked B when did Americans walked C Americans walked D did Americans walk Question 18 : The French Quarter is _ famous and the oldest section of New Orleans A more B the most C the more D most Question 19 : The _ you are, the more quickly you learn A more young B youngest C younger D young Question 20 : Peter asked Jane why the film on T.V the previous night A didn’t she watch B hadn’t she watched C she doesn’t watch D she hadn’t watched Question 21 : When the passenger , will you please give him this package? A will arrive B arrives C would arrives D arriving Question 22 : Some imaginative people believe that robots will………the world someday in the future A take over B get over C talk over D go over Question 23 : People in Japan are used to deal……….disasters such as earthquakes and typhoons A with B about C to D for Question 24 : If you want your son to better on his exams, I suggest he…………harder A will study B studies C has studied D study Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word/phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part Question 25: Although many people speculate about the future of the family, no one is certain about how it will change A know what will happen B argue about what is happening C guess what will happen D declare for certain Question 26: Hunting for meat and burning forests for soil cause destruction to wildlife A pollution B contamination C protection D damage Question 27: You must not be late for work Punctuality is imperative in your new job A Being efficient B Being courteous C Being on time D Being cheerful Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word/phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part Question 28: There was a long period without rain in the countryside last year so the harvest was poor A famine B flood C drought D epidemic Question 29: If you are at a loose end this weekend, I will show you round the city A free B confident C occupied D reluctant 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 Question 30: Having served lunch, the committee members discussed the problem among themselves A B C D A=> Having been served Question 31: Bacteria are one of the most abundant life forms on earth, growing on and inside another living things, A B C => other in every type of environment D Question 32: Today the number of people whom enjoy winter sports is almost double that of twenty years ago A B => who C D Question 33: Modern motorcycles are lighter, faster, and specialized than motorcycles of 25 years ago A B C – more specialized D Question 34: The computer games have been playing by many children since they appeared A B => played C D Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks Research has shown that over half the children in Britain who take their own lunches to school not eat……… (35) in the middle of the day In Britain schools have to…… (36) meals at lunchtime Children can…….(37) to bring their own food or have lunch at the school canteen One shocking finding of this research is that school meals are……….(38) healthier than lunches prepared by parents There are strict standards for the preparation of school meals, which have to include one portion off fruit and one of vegetables, as well as meat, a dairy item and starchy food like bread or pasta Lunchboxes ….(39)… by researchers contained sweet drinks, crisps and chocolate bars Children consume twice as much sugar…… (40)…they should at lunchtime The research will provide a better understanding of why the percentage of overweight students in Britain has………….(41)….in the last decade Unfortunately, the government cannot criticize parents, but it can remind them of the……….(42) value of milk, fruit and vegetables Small changes in their children’s diet can………(43) their future health Children can easily develop bad eating…(44)… at this age, and parents are the only ones who can prevent it Question 34: A probably B properly C appropriately D possibly Question 36 A provide B give C D make Question 37 A choose B want C manage D prefer Question 38 A more B less C many D much Question 39 A taken B examined C found D investigated Question 40 A as B than C such D so Question 41 A increased B expanded C extended D added Question 42 A nutritional B good C positive D healthy Question 43 A destroy B predict C affect D damage Question 44 A habits B styles C attitudes D behaviours 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 Millions of people are using cell phones today In many places, it is actually considered unusual not to use one In many countries, cell phones are very popular with young people They find that the phones are means of communication – having a mobile phone shows that they are cool and connected The explosion in mobile phone use around the world has made some health professionals worried Some doctors are concerned that in the future many people may suffer health problems from the use of mobile phones In England, there has been a serious debate about this issue Mobile phone companies are worried about the negative publicity of such ideas They say that there is no proof that mobile phones are bad for your health On the other hand, medical studies have shown changes in the brain cells of some people who use mobile phones Signs of change in the issues of the brain and head can be detected with modern scanning equipment In one case, a traveling salesman had to retire at young age because of serious memory loss He couldn’t remember even simple tasks He would often forget the name of his own son This man used to talk on his mobile phone for about six hours a day, everyday of his working week, for a couple of years His family doctor blamed his mobile phone use, but his employer’s doctor didn’t agree What is it that makes mobile phones potentially harmful? The answer is radiation High –tech machines can detect very small amounts of radiation from mobile phones Mobile phone companies agree that there is some radiation, but they say the amount is too small to worry about As the discussion about their safety continues, it appears that it’s best to use mobile phones less often Use your regular phone of you want to talk for a long time Use your mobile phone only when you really need it Mobile phones can be very useful and convenient, especially in emergencies In the future, mobile phones may have a warning label that say they are bad for your health So for now, it’s wise not to use your mobile phone too often Question 45 According to the passage, cell phones are especially popular with young people because…………… A they are indispensable in everyday communication B they make them look more stylish C they keep the users alert all the time D they cannot be replaced by regular phones Question 46 The changes possible caused by the cell phones are mainly concerned with…………………… A the mobility of the mind and the body B the smallest units of brain C the arteries of the brain D the resident memory Question 47 The word “ means” in the passage most closely means……………………… A meanings B expression C method D transmission Question 48 The word “ potentially” in the passage most closely means……………………… A obviously B possibly C certainly D privately Question 49 “ Negative publicity” in the passage most likely means………………… A information on the lethal effects of cell phones B widespread opinion about bad effects of cell phones C the negative public use of cell phones Question 50 Doctors have tentatively concluded that cell phones may…………………………… A damage their users’ emotions B cause some mental malfunction C change their users’ temperament D change their users’ social behavior Question 51 The man mentioned in the passage, who used his cell phone too often……………………… A suffered serious loss of mental ability B could no longer think lucidly C abandoned his family D had a problem with memory Question 52 According to the passage, what makes mobile phones potentially harmful is……………… A their radiant light B their power of attraction C their raiding power D their invisible rays Question 53 According to the writer, people should…………………… A only use mobile phones in urgent cases B only use mobile phones in medical emergencies C keep off mobile phones regularly D never used mobile phones in all cases Question 54 The most suitable title for the passage could be………………………… A “ The reasons why mobile phones are regular” B “ Technological Innovation and their price” C “ The way mobile phones work” D “ Mobile phones – a must of our time” Read the passage and choose the correct answer A, B, C, or D to each of the questions If parents bring up a child with the sole aim of turning the child into a genius , they will cause a disaster According to several leading educational psychologists, this is one of the biggest mistakes which ambitious parents make Generally, the child will be only too aware of what his parents expect, and will fail Unrealistic parental expectations can cause great damage to children However, if parents are not too unrealistic about what they expect their children to do, but are ambitious in a sensible way, the child may succeed in doing very well – especially if the parents are very supportive of their child Michael Collins is very lucky He is crazy about music, and his parents help him a lot by taking him to concerts and arranging private piano and violin lessons for him They even drive him 50 kilometers twice a week for violin lessons Michael’s mother knows very little about music, but his father plays the trumpet in a large orchestra However, he never makes Michael enter music competitions if he is unwilling Winston Smith, Michael’s friend, however, is not so lucky Both his parents are successful musicians, and they set too high a standard for Winston They want their son to be as successful as they are and so they enter him for every piano competition held They are very unhappy when he does not win Winston is always afraid that he will disappoint his parents and now he always seems quiet and unhappy Question 55 One of the serious mistakes parents can make is to A push their child into trying too much B help their child to become a genius C make their child become a musician D neglect their child’s education Question 56 Parents’ ambition for their children is not wrong if they A force their children into achieving success B themselves have been very successful C understand and help their children sensibly D arrange private lessons for their children Question 57 Who have criticized the methods of some ambitious parents? A Successful musicians B Unrealistic parents C Their children D Educational psychologists Question 58 Michael Collins is fortunate in that A his father is a musician B his parents are quite rich C his mother knows little about music D his parents help him in a sensible way Question 59 The phrase "crazy about" in the passage mostly means A "surprised at" B "extremely interested in" C "completely unaware of" D "confused about" Question 60 Winston’s parents push their son so much and he A has won a lot of piano competitions B cannot learn much music from them C has become a good musician D is afraid to disappoint them Question 61 The word "They" in the passage refers to A concerts B violin lessons C parents in general D Michael’s parents Question 62 All of the following people are musical EXCEPT _ A Winston’s father B Winston’s mother C Michael’s father D Michael’s mother Question 63 The word "unwilling" in the passage mostly means A "getting ready to something" B "eager to something" C "not objecting to doing anything" D "not wanting to something" Question The two examples given in the passage illustrate the principle that A successful parents always have intelligent children B successful parents often have unsuccessful children C parents should let the child develop in the way he wants D parents should spend more money on the child’s education WRITING Part I Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means the same as the sentence printed before it Question 1: I’ve never met a more intelligent man than him => He………………………………………………………………………………… He is the most intelligent man I have ever met Question 2: “ You shouldn’t sit up until you feel better,” the doctor said to me => The doctor advised ……………………………………………………………… => The doctor advised me not to sit up until I felt better Question 3: I don’t know her number , so I don’t ring her up =>If ………………………………………………………………… => If I knew her number, I would ring her up Question 4: If they had not rushed him to hospital, he would have died => Had………………………………………………………… => Had they not rushed him to hospital, he would have died Question 5: My book is not as expensive as yours => Your book is ……………………………………………………………………… => Your book is more expensive than mine Part II In about 140 words, write a paragraph about the benefits of working women / mothers - contribute to household income - be good educators for their children - set good examples for their children Đề thi thử Đại học môn Tiếng Anh Đề 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: Question 1: A Adventure B Future C Mature D Figure Question 2: A Young B Plough C Couple D Cousin Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of the primary stress in each of the following questions: Question 3: A Open B Happen C Offer D Begin Question 4: A Difficulty B Simplicity C Discovery D Commodity Question 5: A Obligatory B Geographical C International D Undergraduate Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions : Question 6: _ he is old, he wants to travel around the world A In spite of B Although C Despite D Because Question 7: Had I studied harder, I _better in the last exam A would B would have done C had done D wouldn’t have done Question 8: The larger the apartment, the the rent is A expensive B more expensive C expensivelyD most expensive Question 9: Nam wanted to know what time _ A the movie began B the movie begins C does the movie begin D did the movie begin Question 10: On attaining maximum size, _ by drawing itself out and dividing into two daughter amoebas, each receiving identical nuclear materials A the reproduction of the amoeba B the amoeba, which reproduces C reproducing the amoeba D the amoeba reproduces Question 11: Last week, our class went to Ha Long Bay for a picnic, _ made us very happy then A which B that C it D of which Question 12: Lenses, , are used to correct imperfections in eyesight A are the forms of glasses and contact lenses B in the form of glasses and contact lenses C glasses and contact lenses which form D glasses and contact lenses may be formed Question 13: Tim: “ ” – Jeycy: “Certainly” A Welcome back! B What are you doing there? C I’m sorry I am late D May I borrow a pencil , please? Question 14: Jane:“Would you mind if I use you computer for an hour?” - Tony:” ” A Not at all I’ve finished my job C Of course not I still need it now B Yes, you can use it D Yes, It’s all right Question 15: Thanks to the laser beams, at last, he could get rid of the birthmark on his face A normal B abnormal C abnormality D abnormally Question 16: That beautiful girl died of an morphine A overweight B overhear C overdo D overdose Question 17: He is the postman _ I got this letter A from who B to whom C from whom D with whom Question 18: We usually go by train, even though the car _ is a lot quicker A travel B journey C trip D voyage Question 19: I suggest the room _ before Christmas A be decorated B is decorated C were decorated D should decorate Question 20: Many species of plants and animals are in _ of extinction A dangerous B endangered C danger D dangerously Question 21: The last person the room must turn off the lights A to leave B who leave C that leave Question 22: “What’s the matter? You don’t look very well.” A out of the blue C out of order D all are correct – “I feel a little _.” B under the weather D under the impression Question 23: I know we had an arguement, but now I'd quite like to _ A look down B make up C fall out D bring up Question 24: Nowadays women _the same wages as men A.should pay B.will be paid C.will pay D.should be paid Mark the letter A,B,C or D on your sheet to indicate the word(s) SIMILAR in meaning to the underlined words in each of the following sentences Question 25: As tourism is more developed, people worry about the damage to the flora and fauna of the island A fruits and vegetables B flowers and trees C plants and animals D mountains and forests Question 26: “It is a really difficult matter to decide how to solve now I will need time to think it over” A to sleep on it B to make it better C to make up for it D to think out of time Question 27: "I could see the finish line and thought I was home and dry" A homeless B hopeful C successful D unsuccessful Mark the letter A,B,C or D on your sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined words in each of the following sentences Question 28: “That is a well-behaved boy whose behaviour has nothing to complain about” A good behavior C behaving nice B behaving improprely D behaving cleverly Question 30: To attract someone's attention we can use either verbal and non- verbal forms of A B C communication D Question 31 : It was not until after midnight when the noise next door stopped A B C D Question 32: My sister told me that she had met my teacher at the supermarket yesterday A B C D Question 33: I've just spoken to Sally, that send you her love A B C D Question 34: Hardly he had entered the office when he realized that he had forgotten his wallet A B C D Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks The warming of the Pacific Ocean has created weather patterns (35) _ strongly affect the world When the water is warm, the (36) _ of rainfall in Indonesia and the surrounding regions decreases Australia could (37) _ experience a drought in many parts On (38) _ hand, Chile (which borders the Pacific Ocean) is preparing for (39) _ rainstorms In Pakistan and northwestern India, the weather pattern makes the rainy season weaker and makes the area much drier This happening is called El Nino and is used (40) _ weather forecasters to make long-range weather predictions They also know that El Nino will (41) _ unusually heavy rains to the southwestern part of the United States and make the central part of the country drier at the same time According to research, weather forecasters (42) _ know about the coming weather with certainty Now everything has become completely different El Nino itself used to be (43) _ It would occur every two to seven years But now, this weather pattern is becoming more frequent We cannot say when and how often tornadoes or cyclones occur Scientists are unsure of the reason for this (44) _ on a global scale either Question 35: A that B when C what D whether Question 36: A figure B number C deal D amount Question 37: A nevertheless B ever C however D even Question 38: A the other B another C other D others Question 39: A strict B severe C cruel D angry Question 40: A to B by C on D at Question 41: A fetch B bring C carry D take Question 42: A get used to B are used to C used to be D used to Question 43: A remarkable B notable C incredible D predictable Question 44: A transfer B shift C change D transformation Read the following passage and mark A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 45 to 54 LEVEL OF VOCABULARY Most languages have several levels of vocabulary that may be used by the same speakers In English, at least three have been identified and described Standard usage includes those words and expressions understood, used, and accepted by a majority of the speakers of a language in any situation regardless of the level of formality As such, these words and expression are well defined and listed in standard dictionaries Colloquialisms, on the other hand, are familiar words and idioms that are understood by almost all speakers of a language and used in informal speed or writing, but not considered acceptable for more formal situations Almost all idiomatic expressions are colloquial language Slang, refers to words and expressions understood by a large number of speakers but not accepted as appropriate formal usage by the majority Colloquial expressions and even slang may be found in standard dictionaries but will be so identified Both colloquial usage and slang are more common in speech than writing Colloquial speech often passes into standard speech Some slang also passes into standard speech, but other slang expressions enjoy momentary popularity followed by obscurity In some cases, the majority never accepts certain slang phrases but nevertheless retains them in their collective memories Every generation seems to require its own set of words to describe familiar objects and events It has been pointed out by a number of linguists that three cultural conditions are necessary for the creation of a large body of slang expressions First, the introduction and acceptance of new objects and situations in the society; second, a diverse population with a large number of subgroups; third, association among the subgroups and the majority population Finally, it is worth noting that the terms “standard”, “colloquial”, and “slang” exist only as abstract labels for scholars who study language Only a tiny number of the speakers of any language will be aware that they are using colloquial or slang expressions Most speakers of English will, during appropriate situations, select and use three types of expressions Question 45: The word "appropriate" in line is closest in meaning to A old B large C important D correct Question 46: Which of the following is the main topic of the passage? A Standard speech B Different types of vocabulary C Idiomatic phrases D Dictionary usage Question 47:The word "obscurity" in line 13 could best be replaced by A tolerance B influence C qualification D disappearance Question 48: How is “slang” defined by the author? A Words and phrases accepted by the majority of formal usage B Words or phrases understood by the majority but not found in standard dictionaries C Words or phrases that are understood by a restricted group of speakers D Words or phrases understood by a large number of speakers but not accepted as formal Question 49: Where in the passage does the author explain where colloquial language and slang are most commonly used? A Line 21-23 B Line 16-17 C Line 10-11 D Line 3-4 Question 50:Which of the following is true of standard usage? A It is constantly changing B It is limited to written language C It is only understood by the upper classes D It can be used in formal and informal settings Question 51: The word “them” in line 14 refers to A slang phrases B words C the majority D memories Question 52:The author mentions all of the following as requirements for slang expressions to be created EXCEPT A new situations B a number of linguists C interaction among diverse groups D new generation Question 53: It can be inferred from the passage that the author A does not approve of either slang or colloquial speech in any situation B approves of slang and colloquial speech in appropriate situations C approves of colloquial speech in some situations, but not slang D does not approve of colloquial usage in writing Question 54: What does the author mean by the statement in line 5-7: "Colloquialisms, on the other hand, are familiar words and idioms that are understood by almost all speakers of a language and used in informal speech or writing, but not considered acceptable for more formal situations."? A Informal language contains colloquialisms, which are not found in more formal language B Familiar situations that are experienced by most people are called colloquialisms C Familiar words and phrases are found in both speech and writing in formal settings D Most of the speakers of a language can used both formal and informal speech in their appropriate situations Read the following passage and mark A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 45 to 54 Choosing a career may be one of the hardest jobs you ever have, and it must be done with care View a career as an opportunity to something you love, not simply as a way to earn a living Investing the time and effort to thoroughly explore your options can mean the difference between finding a stimulating and rewarding career and move from job to unsatisfying job in an attempt to find the right one Work influences virtually every aspect of your life, from your choice of friends to where you live Here are just a few of the factors to consider Deciding what matters most to you is essential to making the right decision You may want to begin by assessing your likes, dislikes, strengths, and weaknesses Think about the classes, hobbies, and surroundings that you find most appealing Ask yourself questions, such as “Would you like to travel? Do you want to work with children? Are you more suited to solitary or cooperative work?” There are no right or wrong answers; only you know what is important to you Determine which job features you require, which ones you would prefer, and which ones you cannot accept Then rank them in order of importance to you The setting of the job is one factor to take into account You may not want to sit at a desk all day If not, there are diversity occupation – building inspector, supervisor, real estate agent – that involve a great deal of time away from the office Geographical location may be a concern, and employment in some fields in concentrated in certain regions Advertising job can generally be found only in large cities On the other hand, many industries such as hospitality, law education, and retail sales are found in all regions of the country If a high salary is important to you, not judge a career by its starting wages Many jobs, such as insurance sales, offers relatively low starting salaries; however, pay substantially increases along with your experience, additional training, promotions and commission Don’t rule out any occupation without learning more about it Some industries evoke positive or negative associations The traveling life of a flight attendant appears glamorous, while that of a plumber does not Remember that many jobs are not what they appear to be at first, and may have merits or demerits that are less obvious Flight attendants must work long, grueling hours without sleeps, whereas plumbers can be as highly paid as some doctors Another point to consider is that as you mature, you will likely develop new interests and skills that may point the way to new opportunities The choice you make today need not be your final one Question 55: The author states that “There are no right or wrong answers” in order to _ A emphasize that each person’s answers will be different B show that answering the questions is a long and difficult process C indicate that the answers are not really important D indicate that each person’s answers may change over time Question 56: The word “them” in paragraph refers to _ A questions B answers C features D jobs Question 57: The word “assessing” in paragraph could best be replaced by _ A discovering B considering C measuring D disposing Question 58: According to paragraph 3, which of the following fields is NOT suitable for a person who does not want to live in a big city? A plumbing B law C retail sales D advertising Question 59: The word “evoke” in paragraph is closest in meaning to _ A agree on B bring to mind C be related to D differ from Question 60: The word “that” in paragraph refers to _ A occupation B the traveling life C a flight attendant D commission Question 61: It can be inferred from the paragraph that A jobs in insurance sales are generally not well-paid B insurance sales people can earn high salary later in their career C people should constantly work toward the next promotion D a starting salary should be an important consideration in choosing a career Question 62: In paragraph 5, the author suggests that A you may want to change careers at some time in the future B as you get older, your career will probably less fulfilling C you will be at your job for a lifetime, so choose carefully D you will probably jobless at some time in the future Question 63: Why does the author mention “long, grueling hours without sleeps” in paragraph 4? A To emphasize the difficulty of working as a plumber B To contrast the reality of a flight attendant’s job with most people’s perception C To show that people must work hard for the career they have chosen D To discourage readers from choosing a career as a flight attendant Question 64: According to the passage, which of the following is true? A To make a lot of money, you should not take a job with a low starting salary B To make lots of money, you should rule out all factory jobs C If you want an easy and glamorous lifestyle, you should consider becoming flight attendant D Your initial view of certain careers may not be accurate WRITING PART I Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means the same as the sentence printed before it Question 65.They planted this trees a long time ago These trees Question 66.His father lent him the money, so he was able to buy that expensive car made in Japan Had it Question 67.After the committee members had considered the consequences, they voted on the proposal Having……………………………………………………………………………………………… Question 68.“How did you get that scar on your face?”, he said to me He asked Question 69.Hollywood is an ideal place for yearly filming It has year-round sunny climate Hollywood PART II In about 140 words, write a paragraph about the importance of family in your life The following prompt might be helpful to you - supporting us - sharing feelings, secrets, problems … - helping us improve our personality Question 65.These trees were planted a long time ago Question 66.Had it not been for his father’s money, he wouln’t have been able to buy that expensive car made in Japan Question 67 Having considered the consequences, they voted on the proposal Question 68.He asked me how I had got that scar on my face Question 69.Hollywood, which has year-round sunny climate, is an ideal place for yearly filming, Đề thi thử Đại học môn Tiếng Anh Đề 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 Question A busy B lettuce C bury D minute Question A chorus B mechanic C chamber D stomach 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 Question A hygiene B shampoo C refine D transmit Question A generate B encourage C perspective D affection Question A summertime B vigorous C consensus D populate Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions Question 6: To solve this problem, it is advisable _ A a drastic measure to be adopted B that to adopt a drastic measure C that a drastic measure be adopted D that a drastic measure is adopted Question 7: John: “Do you think that we should use public transportation to protect our environment?” Laura: “ _ ” A Yes, it's an absurd idea B There's no doubt about it C Of course not You bet D Well, that's very surprising Question 8: A few animals sometimes fool their enemies _ to be dead A have been appearing B to be appearing C to appear D by appearing Question 9: On _ he had won, he jumped for joy A he was told B having told C being told D telling Question 10: The success of the party was mainly due to the presence of several _ A celebrations B celebrated C celebrities D celebrates Question 11: When a fire broke out in the Louvre, at least twenty _ paintings were destroyed, including two by Picasso A worthless B priceless C valueless D worthy Question 12: His brother refuses to even listen to anyone else's point of view He is very _ A open-minded B kind-hearted C narrow-minded D absent-minded Question 13: “Do you have a minute please?” – “ _.” A Well it is not as good as I think B Sorry I left my watch home C That’s just fantastic Thanks D Yes, but you should be brief Question 14: What chemical is this? It's _ a horrible smell A giving over B giving off C giving down D giving up Question 15: I have told you not to it _ A hundreds of times B many hundred times C hundred times D a hundred times Question 16: Learning English isn't so difficult once you _ A get down to it B get off it C get on it D get down with it Question 17: George wouldn't have met Mary _ to his brother's graduation party A had he not gone B hadn't he gone C if he has not gone D if he shouldn't have gone Question 18: Nowadays children would prefer history _ in more practical ways A to be taught B teach C be taught D to teach Question 19: Jane wasn't in when I arrived I suppose she _ I was coming A must have forgotten B must forget C may forget D can't have forgotten Question 20: _, we tried our best to complete it A Difficult as the homework was B Thanks to the difficult homework C As though the homework was difficult D Despite the homework was difficult Question 21: In a few hours, we _ the test, and we’ll go home and rest A are finishing B have finished C will have finished D will be finishing Question 22: The doctor gave the patient _ examination to discover the cause of his collapse A a thorough B an exact C a universal D a whole Question 23: I thought you said she was going away the next Sunday, _ ? A wasn't she B didn't you C didn't I D wasn't it Question 24: We bought some _ A German lovely old glasses B German old lovely glasses C lovely old German glasses D old lovely German glasses 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 part in each of the following questions Question 25: The International Organizations are going to be in a temporary way in the country A permanent B guess C complicated C soak Question 26: My little daughter would spend an inordinate amount of time in the shop, deciding exactly which comics she was going to buy A excessive B limited C required D abundant Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions Question 27: It was inevitable that the smaller company should merge with the larger A urgent B unavoidable C important D necessary Question 28: Around 150 B.C the Greek astronomer Hipparchus developed a system to classify stars according to brightness A shine B record C categorize D diversify Question 29: S Mayo Hospital in New Orleans was so named in recognition of Dr Mayo’s outstanding humanitarianism A exhaustive B charitable C remarkable D widespread Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to show the underlined part that needs correction from 30 to 34: Question 30: A galaxy, where may include billions of stars, is held together by gravitation attraction A Question 31: B C D The tongue is the principal organ of taste, and is crucial for chewing, swallowed, and speaking A B C D Question 32: By measuring the color of a star, astronomers can tell how hot is it A B C D Question 33: A smaller percentage of British students go on to farther or higher education than any A B C D other European country Question 34: The proposal has repealed after a thirty-minutes discussion and a number of objections to A B C its failure to include our district D Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word for each of the blanks from 35 to 44 When you read something in a foreign language, you frequently come across words you not (35) _ understand Sometimes you (36) _ the meaning in a dictionary and sometimes you guess The strategy you adopt depends very much upon the (37) _ of accuracy you require and the time at your disposal If you are the sort of person who tends to turn to the dictionary frequently, it is (38) _ remembering that every dictionary has its limitations Each definition is only an approximation and one builds up an accurate picture of the meaning of a word only after meeting it in a (39) _ of contexts It is also important to recognize the special dangers of dictionaries that translate from English into your native language and vice versa If you must use a dictionary, it is usually far safer to (40) _ an English- English dictionary In most exams you are not permitted to use a dictionary (41) _ you are allowed to use one, it is very time-consuming to look up words, and time in exams is usually limited You are, (42) _, forced to guess the meaning of unfamiliar words When you come across unknown words in an exam text, it is very easy to panic However, if you develop efficient techniques for guessing the meaning, you will (43) _ a number of possible problems and help yourself to understand far more of the text than you at first thought likely Two strategies which may help you guess the meaning of a word are: using contextual clues, both within the sentence and outside, and making use of clues (44) _ from the formation of the word Question 35 A wholly B fully C totally D completely Question 36 A inspect B control C check D examine Question 37 A extent B level C degree D range Question 38 A worth B essential C valuable D vital Question 39 A multiple B variation C variety D diversity Question 40 A survey B consult C refer D inquire Question 41 A In case B Provided C Although D Even if Question 42 A therefore B so C however D so that Question 43 A go over B overcome C get over D surpass Question 44 A coming B extracted C derived D originated 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 from 45 to 54 It was once believed that being overweight was healthy, but nowadays few people subscribe to this viewpoint While many people are fighting the battle to reduce weight, studies are being conducted concerning the appetite and how it is controlled by both emotional and biochemical factors Some of the conclusions of these studies may give insights into how to deal with weight problems For example, when several hundred people were asked about their eating habits in times of stress, 44 percent said they reacted to stressful situations by eating Further investigations with both humans and animals indicated that it is not food which relieves tension but rather the act of chewing A test in which subjects were blindfolded showed that obese people have a keener sense of taste and crave more flavorful food than non-obese people When deprived of the variety and intensity of tastes, obese people are not satisfied and consequently eat more to fulfill this need Blood samples taken from people after they were shown a picture of food revealed that overweight people reacted with an increase in blood insulin, a chemical associated with appetite This did not happen with average-weight people In another experiment, results showed that certain people have a specific, biologically induced hunger for carbohydrates Eating carbohydrates raises the level of serotonin, a neurotransmitter in the brain Enough serotonin produces a sense of satiation, and hunger for carbohydrates subsides Exercise has been recommended as an important part of a weight-loss program However, it has been found that mild exercise, such as using stairs instead of the elevator, is better in the long run than taking on a strenuous program, such as jogging, which many people find difficult to continue over periods of time and which also increases appetite Question 45 What is the main purpose of the passage? A To discuss the health problems caused by being overweight B To recommend a weight-loss program for the obese C To help overweight people overcome their eating problem D To present research into the factors causing Question 46 The author mentions people’s eating habits during times of stress to show that A overweight people are tense B thin people don’t eat when under stress C a large percentage of people deal with stress eating D 56 percent of the population isn’t overweight Question 47 The word “crave” in paragraph is closest in meaning to A devour B absorb C sewn D desire Question 48 Which of the following conclusions does the passage support? A Thin people don’t enjoy food B A variety of foods and strong flavors satisfies heavy people C Overweight people have an abnormal sense of taste D Deprivation of food makes people fat Question 49 According to the passage, A insulin increases in the bloodstream when people eat large amounts of food B insulin can be used to lessen the appetite C insulin causes a chemical reaction when food is seen D insulin levels don’t change in average-weight people who see food Question 50 The word “this” in paragraph refers to A a reaction to a chemical B an increase in appetite C a revealing blood sample D an increase in blood insulin Question 51 The word “subsides” paragraph is closest in meaning to _ A declines B multiplies Question 52 What can be said about serotonin? A It is a chemical which increases appetite B Only certain people produce it in brains C It tells the brain when a person is full C conquers D suppresses D It neurotransmits carbohydrates to the brain Question 53 The author suggests that it might be good for people wanting to lose weight to all of the following EXCEPT _ A jog miles daily and look at pictures of food B walk up stairs and chew on carrot sticks C eat plenty of chewy carbohydrates D avoid stressful situations and eat spicy foods Question 54 Which of the following exercises might be best for an overweight person to engage in daily? A An evening walk B A long swim C Cross-country skiing D 10-mile bicycle rides 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 from 55 to 64 Recent technological advances in manned and unmanned vehicles, along with breakthroughs in satellite technology and computer equipment, have overcome some of the limitations of divers and diving equipment for scientists doing research on the great oceans of the world Without a vehicle, divers often became sluggish, and their mental concentration was severely limited Because undersea pressure affects their speech organs, communication among divers has always been difficult or impossible But today, most oceanographers avoid the use of vulnerable human divers, preferring to reduce the risk to human life and make direct observations by means of instruments that are lowered into the ocean, from samples take from the water, or from photographs made by orbiting satellites Direct observations of the ocean floor can be made not only by divers but also by deep-diving submarines in the water and even by the technology of sophisticated aerial photography from vantage points above the surface of more than seven miles and cruise at depths of fifteen thousand feet In addition, radio-equipped buoys can be operated by remote control in order to transmit information back to land-based laboratories via satellite Particularly important for ocean study are data about water temperature, currents, and weather Satellite photographs can show the distribution of sea ice, oil slicks, and cloud formations over the ocean, Maps created from satellite pictures can represent the temperature and the color of the ocean’s surface, enabling researchers to study the ocean currents from laboratories on dry land Furthermore, computers help oceanographers to collect, organize, and analyze data from submarines and satellites By creating a model of the ocean’s movement and characteristics, scientists can predict the patterns and possible effects of the ocean on the environment Recently, many oceanographers have been relying more on satellites and computers than on research ships or even submarine vehicles because they can supply a greater range of information more quickly and more effectively Some of humankind’s most serious problems, especially those concerning energy and food, may be solved with the help of observations made possible by this new technology Question 55 With what topic is the passage primarily concerned? A Communication among drivers B Direct observation of the ocean floor C Undersea vehicles D Technological advances in oceanography Question 56 The word “sluggish” is closest in meaning to A very weak B nervous C confused D slow moving Question 57 This passage suggests that the successful exploration of the ocean depends upon _ A vehicles as well as divers B controlling currents and the weather C radios that divers use to communicate D the limitations of diving equipment Question 58 Divers have had problems in communicating underwater because _ A they did not pronounce clearly B the water destroyed their speech organs C the pressure affected their speech organs D the vehicles they used have not been perfected Question 59 The word “cruise” could best be replaced by A travel at a constant speed B function without problems C stay in communication D remain still Question 60 Undersea vehicles A have the same limitations that divers have B are too small for a man to fit inside C make direct observations of the ocean floor D are very slow to respond Question 61 The word “information” is closest in meaning to A samples B photographs C data D articles Question 62 How is a radio-quipped buoy operated? A By operators outside the vehicle on a diving platform B By operators outside the vehicle in a laboratory on shore C By operators inside the vehicle in the part underwater D By operators outside the vehicle on ship Question 63 Which of the following are NOT shown in satellite photographs? A The location of sea ice B Cloud formations over the ocean C The temperature of the ocean’s surface D A model of the ocean’s movements Question 64 The words “those” refers to A vehicles B problems C ships D computers WRITING Part I: Finish each the following sentences in such a way that it means the same as the sentence printed before it Question 65 I have never met such an intelligent boy before This is _ Question 66 My sister swims better than I can I cannot Question 67 “You are not telling the truth You are a big liar!” They accused Question 68 Tom did not pass the exam because he was not careful Had _ Question 69 We must something about the problem even if it costs a lot Costly _ KEY: Question 65 - Question 69 Question 65 I have never met such an intelligent boy before This is the most intelligent boy that I have ever met This is the first time I have met such an intelligent boy Question 66 My sister swims better than I can I cannot swim as well as my sister does Question 67 “You are not telling the truth You are a big liar!” They accused me of not telling the truth Question 68 Tom did not pass the exam because he was not careful Had Tom been careful, he would have passed the exam Question 69 We must something about the problem even if it costs a lot Costly as it may be, we must something about the problem Costly though it may be, we must something about the problem Part II: In about 140 words, write a paragraph about what you should to stay healthy ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… THE END _