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. (3.5 pts)
1. Which word has the underlined part pronounced differently from that of the others?
| A. swallow | B. same | C. page | D. taste |
2. Which word has the underlined part pronounced differently from that of the others?
| A. increased | B. rushed | C. raised | D. missed |
3. Which word has a different stress pattern from that of the others?
| A. nutrient | B. accident | C. astronaut | D. consider |
4. Which word has a different stress pattern from that of the others?
| A. decide | B. postpone | C. delay | D. bother |
5. Rosie: I just visited Cuc Phuong National Park last weekend.
Liam: That’s amazing! I heard it has a very rich ________.
| A. peak | B. destination | C. feature | D. ecosystem |
6. Henry: What do you know about Vietnam’s National Assembly?
Kate: Well, it ________ 500 members elected by the people every five years.
| A. comprises | B. consists | C. involves | D. contains |
7. Anna: I had already finished all the decorations ________ the guests arrived.
Ben: Wow, that’s impressive! Everything looked perfect.
| A. though | B. during | C. when | D. if |
8. Hung: Did you go to see the parade yesterday?
Maya: Yes! I stood near ________ grandstand where the leaders were sitting.
| A. a | B. the | C. an | D. Ø (no article) |
9. Bella: Your class’s wall newspaper looks amazing!
Rio: Thanks! It took so much time ________ all the drawings and writing.
| A. to finish | B. finishing | C. finish | D. to finishing |
10. John: I’ve been stuck in traffic on Main Street for over an hour today!
Ken: Ugh, that’s the worst! This street is always ________ with cars during rush hour.
| A. wide | B. empty | C. clear | D. congested |
11. Tom: I heard that the government is proposing a new tax.
Eric: Yes, they want to impose a 100% tax on films ________ are produced outside of our country.
| A. whom | B. who | C. which | D. where |
12. Alice: Have you heard about the new gaming technology?
Ben: Yeah, it’s incredible! ________ lets us interact with the game like we’re actually there.
| A. Virtual reality | B. Podcast | C. Field | D. Media |
13. David: I have compiled a list of all the interesting locations that we can visit.
Navy: ____________________________.
| A. Don’t mention it. It was no trouble at all |
| B. Great! Let’s go to as many places as possible |
| C. Have a great trip |
| D. Oh, no. I think we need more than that |
14. Doris: ____________________________?
Sean: I think Zendaya’s outfit was stunning. She really nailed the theme!
| A. Who do you think looked best at the Met Gala this year |
| B. Do you want to go shopping this weekend |
| C. How long does the Met Gala usually last |
| D. What do you think about the weather in New York |
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. You see this sign near a swimming pool. What does the sign say?
A. You are allowed to run near the pool. B. Be careful, the floor is always dry. C. Do not walk or run here because it may be slippery. D. You must wear special shoes in this area. |
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| 16. What does the sign mean?
A. You should put your hands near the machine when it is working. B. You should keep your hands away from the machine. C. You should clean your hands while it is running. D. You should clean the machine while it is running. |
III. Choose the word (A, B, C or D) that best fits each space in the following passage. (1.5 pts)
Dear parents,
We would like to remind you that school will be closed next Wednesday because of a public (17) ________. There will be no classes on that day, and school will (18) ________ on Monday. We hope you and your family have a relaxing and happy long weekend together. This is a good time to (19) ________ a rest and spend meaningful moments with your loved ones. Please remember (20) ________ your child review lessons at home and stay prepared for (21) ________ school activities after the holiday. If you have any questions or need support, you can contact the school office (22) ________ phone, email, or in person during working hours.
Thank you and have a great holiday!
Best regards,
The School Headmaster
| 17. A. holiday | B. day | C. celebration | D. event |
| 18. A. reopen | B. repeat | C. return | D. remind |
| 19. A. enjoy | B. take | C. get | D. do |
| 20. A. helped | B. helping | C. help | D. to help |
| 21. A. upcoming | B. recent | C. past | D. near |
| 22. A. through | B. by | C. with | D. on |
IV. Read the following skills guide. 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)
Speaking with Strangers: A Beginner’s Guide
Why start a conversation?
We are social creatures. Research shows that even short conversations with people around us can make us feel happier and more connected. Talking to someone you don’t know well may seem scary at first, but it can lead to new friendships and improve your confidence.
When chatting with a stranger, try to keep good eye contact and think of a few simple topics before you start talking. You don’t need to be funny or clever—just be kind and interested. A good conversation is not about being perfect; it’s about connecting with others.
Three tips to get started:
- Ask questions – Don’t worry if your questions are simple. Easy questions like “How was your day?” can still lead to a nice chat.
- Don’t skip small talk – Talking about the weather or your surroundings can help you find things in common. Just avoid topics that might cause disagreement, such as politics or personal beliefs.
- Know when and how to exit – Be mindful of your conversation partner’s body language and responses – if you’re doing all the work to maintain the chit chat, it might be a sign they’re not interested.
Next up:
Conversation is a skill. Like any, it takes practice. Try saying hello or making a small comment when you’re in line at a coffee shop or supermarket. These little moments are great chances to improve your social confidence.
(Adapted from “How to start a conversation with a stranger”, The Guardian)
23. Short conversations with strangers can make us feel more connected.
| A. True | B. False |
24. You need to be funny and clever to have a good conversation.
| A. True | B. False |
25. It’s a good idea to avoid talking about personal beliefs when chatting with someone new.
| A. True | B. False |
26. If the other person talks a lot and seems excited, you should stop the conversation.
| A. True | B. False |
27. When starting a conversation with a stranger, it’s helpful to ________________________.
| A. tell a joke |
| B. ask personal questions |
| C. ask simple questions |
| D. talk only about yourself |
28. It can be inferred from the skills guide that the writer wants to show ________________________.
| A. the importance of making new friends through conversations |
| B. how to start conversations by talking about personal beliefs |
| C. the value of connecting with others through simple conversations |
| D. the importance of being clever when talking to strangers |
V. Use the correct form of the word given in each sentence. (1.5 pts)
29. Many young __________ are bringing Vietnamese fashion to the global stage. (design)
30. Life in big cities like Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City is fast and __________. (demand)
31. Tuan Minh won a prize for his __________ solution to reduce plastic use. (innovate)
32. Speeding on crowded streets __________ both the driver and pedestrians. (dangerous)
33. With new technology, the surgery was fast and __________. (pain)
34. After the storm, many families became __________ and needed urgent help. (home)
VI. Look at the entry of the word ‘conflict’ in a dictionary. Use what you can get from the entry to complete the sentences with two or three words. (0.5 pt)
35. Russia has been ___________ Ukraine since 2022, leading to serious global consequences.
36. In the 1940s, there was a serious ___________ the struggle for independence and the control of colonial powers.
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. Unless people stop cutting down trees, flooding will get worse.
→ If ______________.
38. What about going to Pizza 4P’s Saigon Pearl?
→ Why ______________.
39. Alice refused the offer to join the team.
→ Alice turned ______________.
40. “Will new regulations affect tourism in Greece?”, Emma asked.
→ Emma wanted to know ______________.
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