I. Choose the word / phrase / sentence (A, B, C or D) that best fits the space or best answers the question given in each sentence.
1. Which word has the underlined part pronounced differently from that of the others?
| A. result | B. studies | C. useful | D. culture |
2. Which word has the underlined part pronounced differently from that of the others?
| A. recent | B. social | C. city | D. receipt |
3. Which word has a different stress pattern from that of the others?
| A. remote | B. forget | C. remind | D. follow |
4. Which word has a different stress pattern from that of the others?
| A. experience | B. secondary | C. environment | D. certificate |
5. Father: You’ve been using your phone for years. Are you thinking of getting a new one?
Son: I’m not sure. I can’t decide ______ to upgrade my smartphone to the latest model or not.
| A.vwhat | B. whether | C. how | D. when |
6. Teacher: Do you enjoy extreme sports, David?
David: Not really. Dangerous sports are something that I am not ______.
| A. interested of | B. fond to | C. crazy with | D. keen on |
7. Jake: The model recovered gracefully after her fall.
Olivia: Yes, and the audience was very sympathetic ______ her.
| A. to | B. with | C. for | D. from |
8. Mr. Johnson: Life is full of tough decisions. Can you think of a situation where every option feels wrong?
David: Yes! Sometimes, we have to face a moral ______ where every option seems bad.
| A. value | B. identity | C. dilemma | D. consequence |
9. Mrs. Parker: Does anyone know why John wasn’t in class yesterday?
Lily: No, the reason ______ he was absent from school is unknown.
| A. which | B. whom | C. why | D. where |
10. Interviewer: This position requires strong language skills. Do you speak more than one language?
Michael: Yes, I’m ______ in both French and English.
| A. bilingual | B. monolingual | C. multilingual | D. non-verbal |
11. Mr. Brown: Is the team ready for the meeting this afternoon?
Jessica: Not yet. Due to some organizational challenges, we’ll have to ______ the meeting until next week.
| A. decide | B. postpone | C. hesitate | D. participate |
12. Coach Daniel: Public speaking takes practice. Are you working on it?
Ethan: Yes! I’ve devoted myself ______ my public speaking skills.
| A. to improving | B. to improve | C. improving | D. improve |
13. Anna: What a lovely house you have!
John: ______
| A. Thank you! We’re really happy with it. |
| B. Good luck! |
| C. Of course not. It’s not costly. |
| D. Congratulations! |
14. Lucy: How do you maintain your weight so well?
Pat: ______
| A. I’m following a vegetarian diet. |
| B. I love fried chicken and French fries. |
| C. I hope to lose some weight. |
| D. I’m thinking about taking up cycling. |
II. Look at the sign or the notice. Choose the best answer (A, B, C or D) for questions 15 and 16. (0.5 pt)
| 15. What does the sign mean?
A. Electronic devices are banned here. B. Only smartphones are allowed to be used in this area. C. Make sure that your cell phones are in silent mode. D. The shop offers a wide range of e-gadgets. |
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| 16. What does the notice say?
A. This elevator is for both passengers and freight. B. This elevator is only for carrying goods, not for passengers. C. This elevator is out of order and cannot be used. D. This elevator is only for employees of the building. |
III. Choose the word (A, B, C or D) that best fits each blank space in the following passage. (1.5 pts)
Dear Lisa,
I hope you’re doing well. I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for always encouraging me to live a (17) ______ lifestyle. Your advice (18) ______ eating nutritious meals, exercising regularly, and getting enough sleep has truly made a (19) ______ in my life. Since I started following your guidance, I have felt more energetic, healthier, and mentally sharp.
I now understand how important it is to take care of my body, and I appreciate all the effort you put into preparing healthy meals and reminding me to stay (20) ______. Thanks to you, I have developed habits that will benefit me for a lifetime. I couldn’t have done this (21) ______ your encouragement and support.
Once again, thank you for everything. Your love and care have truly (22) ______ my life for the better.
With all my love,
Jenny
| 17. A. balanced | B. harmful | C. careful | D. confident |
| 18. A. on | B. in | C. at | D. of |
| 19. A. lesson | B. difference | C. program | D. motivation |
| 20. A. active | B. successful | C. calm | D. prepared |
| 21. A. without | B. along | C. from | D. beside |
| 22. A. made | B. taken | C. played | D. done |
IV. Read the following blog post about learning English. Decide whether the statements from 23 to 26 are True or False and choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D) to complete the statements in the questions 27 and 28. (1.5 pts)
How to Learn English Effectively
Many people think learning English is difficult, but with the right methods, you can improve step by step. Instead of only using textbooks, you should try different ways to practice the language every day. Here are some tips to help you become better at English.
Surround Yourself with English
The more you listen, read, and use English, the better you will get. Watch movies, listen to songs, and follow social media accounts in English. This will help you understand the language in a natural way.
Stop Translating in Your Head
One big mistake learners make is thinking in their own language first, then trying to translate into English. This takes too much time and makes speaking harder. Try to think in English, even for simple things like what you want to eat or do next.
Speak Without Fear
Many learners feel shy because they don’t want to make mistakes. But mistakes are a part of learning! If you wait until you are perfect, you will never speak. Just start talking, and with practice, you will get better.
Learn Words in Sentences
Memorizing words alone is not enough. It’s better to learn them in full sentences. This helps you remember how to use them correctly. Reading stories, news, or even advertisements can show you how words work in real situations.
Listen for Meaning, Not Just Words
Good listening skills mean understanding the full idea, not just knowing each word. Try listening to podcasts, interviews, or even jokes to hear how people speak naturally. Pay attention to how their voice changes to show emotions or different meanings.
Learning English takes time, so don’t rush. Stay patient, practice every day, and enjoy the journey!
23. Watching movies and using social media in English can help learners improve.
| A. True | B. False |
24. Translating everything from your native language makes speaking English faster.
| A. True | B. False |
25. Making mistakes when speaking is a normal part of learning.
| A. True | B. False |
26. To listen well, learners should focus on the full idea, not only the words.
| A. True | B. False |
27. According to the blog, what is the best way to learn new words?
A. Memorize many words quickly and use them later.
B. Learn new words in full sentences to understand their meaning.
C. Write down every new word and check the dictionary every time.
D. Only learn words that are easy to spell and pronounce.
28. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the blog post?
A. Watching English movies helps learners improve.
B. Reading different types of materials can help with vocabulary.
C. Speaking English perfectly is the most important goal.
D. Learning English takes time and patience.
V. Use the correct form of the word given in each sentence. (1.5 pts)
29. Tony has a poor ______ span during meetings due to his habit of constantly checking his phone. (CONCENTRATE)
30. You must avoid sudden or ______ movements around these animals. (THREAT)
31. The ______ of the environment must be our first priority today. (PROTECT)
32. Paul always gets ______ whenever he has to give a presentation. (NERVE)
33. Television was ______ in the 1920s. (INVENTION)
34. Vicky decided to enrol in an online personal ______ course. (DEVELOP)
VI. Look at the entry of the word “communication” in a dictionary. Use what you can get from the entry to complete the sentences with two or three words. (0.5 pt)
35. ______ is the transfer of information through body language, facial expressions and gestures.
36. Good ______ are essential to allow others and yourself to understand information or messages more accurately and quickly.
VII. Rewrite each of the following sentences in another way so that it means almost the same as the sentence printed before it. (1.0 pt)
37. The boy can’t wait to ride his new bike.
→ The boy is really looking ______________________________.
38. I tried to phone her, but there was no reply.
→ Although ______________________________.
39. We don’t have much green space in the city.
→ I wish we ______________________________.
40. “Have the police found the missing girl?” she asked.
→ She asked me ______________________________.
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