GRADE 11: REVISION PAPER FOR THE FIRST MID - TERM TEST
BAC THANG LONG HIGH SCHOOL
A. THEORY
1. Grammar:
- Past simple vs present perfect
- Modal verbs: must, have to, should
- Stative verbs in the continuous form
- Linking verbs
2. Pronunciation
- Strong and week forms of auxiliary verbs
- Contracted forms
- Linking final consonants to intial vowels
3. Vocabulary:
Words and phrases related to the topics of unit 1: A long and healthy life ( health and fitness) , Unit 2: The
generatio gap ( generational differences), unit 3: Cities of the future ( citites and smart living)
4. Skills: speaking, writing and reading exercises related to the topic of unit 1, unit 2, unit 3
B. EXERCISES
A. PHONETICS
I. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in
pronunciation in each of the following questions.
1. A. nutrient B. immune C. natural D. attribute
2. A. expectancy B. experience C. expensive D. expectation
3. A. remedy B. meditation C. obesity D. success
4. A. dietary B. antibiotics C. attribute D. service
5. A. vision B. boost C. cholesterol D. support
6. A. promote B. slogan C. solidarity D. impose
7. A. finance B. assistance C. flashy D. adapt
8. A. mends B. develops C. values D. equals
9. A. secure B. messy C. experience D. honesty
10.A. prepare B. caring C. repair D. farther
II. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of
primary stress in each of the following questions.
1. A. cholesterol B. remedial C. expectancy D. meditation
2. A. immune B. ageing C. relieve D. massage
3. A. essential B. survival C. nutrition D. vegetable
4. A. medical B. potential C. nutritious D. dramatic
5. A. dietary B. variety C. obesity D. bacteria
6. A. limitation B. mobility C. maturity D. experience
7. A. objection B. attitude C. argument D. family
8. A. donate B. dispute C. extend D. argue
9. A. obey B. adapt C. limit D. impose
10. A. digital B. infectious C. protective D. extended
B. VOCABULARY AND GRAMMAR
Circle A, B, C, or D - that best completes the sentence or substitutes for the underlined word or phrase
1. If you want to keep fit, you should keep doing _________ like jogging, cycling, or swimming every day.
A. exercise B. homework C. test D. examination
2. If you have not been very_________, start exercising slowly, but regularly.
A. inactive B. active C. energetic D. nutritive
3. Never use your phone or laptop in bed, and be sure to switch off any __________ devices at least 30 minutes
before going to bed.
A. electricity B. electrician C. electronic D. electronics
4. The first __________ of the disease is a very high temperature.
A. animals B. species C. bacteria D. symptom
5. Some can cause ___________ diseases such as tuberculosis and food poisoning.
A. infect B. infection C. infectious D. infectiously
6. The rain __________. It’s been raining for 3 hours.
A. has stopped B. is stopped C. haven’t stopped D. hasn’t stopped
7. We _________ three power cuts this week.
A. has had B. have had C. had D. is having
8. Where_________ they__________ on the Tet holiday last year?
A. do - travel B. did - travel C. do - traveled D. did - traveled
9. City _____________ will stop using their cars in urban areas.
A. dwellers B. governments C. authorities D. researchers
10.It seems a good solution _____________ many environmental problems.
A. for B. to C. of D. in
11.In smart cities, Al technologies will be installed to help the city _____________ more efficiently.
A. exhibit B. design C. operate D. impress
12.The modern infrastructure of the city looks beautiful. I’m really _____________ with the high-rise
buildings.
A. impress B. impressed C. impressive D. impressionable
13.Tall buildings can actually limit the _____________ of the built environment and help solve housing
problems
A. greenhouse B. heat C. effect D. carbon footprint
14.Traffic jams are the city’s biggest problem, especially during _____________
A. rush hour B. peak season C. crisis D. pandemic
15.Building a good _____________ is important for the country’s economy.
A. building B. skyscraper C. infrastructure D. centre
16.The new underground has allowed city dwellers to _____________ more easily
A. make up B. get round C. get out D. move away
17.I must __________ most of the household duties because my wife will be away on business for a week.
A. distribute B. hold C. take D. handle
18.Her _________ is 10.30 p.m. She would get into trouble if she returned home after that.
A. homestay B. conflict C. curfew D. banning
19. ___________ parents should provide advice to children without pressuring them to make decisions.
A. like-minded B. narrow-minded C. open-minded D. absent-minded
20. My mother and sister often go to the supermarket to shop for __________ at weekends.
A. cooking B. groceries C. heavy lifting D. the chores
21 White blood cells help defend the body against___________.
A. treatment B. infection C. strength D. health
22. Vaccines are frequently used to prevent the __________ of viral infections.
A. development B. value C. activity D. spread
23. Viruses may cause a variety of illnesses, ranging from a common cold or flu to more _______ illnesses
like AIDS and Covid-19.
A. toxic B. minimal C. fatal D. mild
24. Begin by reading food labels and paying attention to elements and _________ like vitamins and minerals.
A. nutrients B. features C. types D. drinkables
25.After he had finished his English course, he __________ to England to continue his study.
A. goes B. went C. has gone D. was going
26.When I __________ to visit her last night, she was having a bath.
A. was coming B. came C. has come D. had come
27. We take _________ in doing the washing-up, cleaning the floor and watering the flowers.
A. turn B. out C. around D. turns
28. Asian American parents may fail to have their children _________ the family traditional values.
A. follow B. have C. aim D. encourage
29. Divorces _________ to go up because of long-standing conflicts in many families.
A. tend B. have C. aim D. encourage
30. Sleeping late or having your laptop on while sleeping has a bad _________on the quality of your sleep.
A. effect B. silence C. element D. calmness
31. Fast food and junk food is not good for our heart and __________system
A. skeletal B. digestive C. muscular D. respiratory
32. We ought to eat lightly and laugh joyfully in order to maintain good __________.
A. endurance B. body C. health D. mood
33. In a nuclear family, both mother and father take the ______________ for housekeeping and childcare.
A. childcare B. homework C. responsibility D. chore
34.You__________respect your family values.
A. must B. mustn’t C. don’t have to D. have to
35.I will give you 5 more minutes to complete your exercise, and you__________submit it to me at 10:30
A. must B. have to C. should D. ought to
36.You__________have your hair dyed when you are a student. It’s forbidden.
A. don’t have to B. shouldn’t C. mustn’t D. ought not to
37. Different lifestyle __________ will be held by four generations coexisting under one roof.
A. gaps B. rules C. manners D. perspectives
38. ___________ are also known as critical thinkers because they achieved higher levels of education than
previous generations.
A. Gen Xers B. Millennials C. Gen Zers D. Gen Alpha
39. Each generation comes with its characteristics, which are largely influenced by the historical,
_________, and social conditions of the country they live in.
A. economical B. economic C.economy D. economist
40. _________ is the difference in attitude or behaviour between young and older people that causes a lack
of understanding.
A. Extended family B. Generation gap C. Nuclear family D. All are correct
41. Since I had an argument with my brother, we _________ to each other for months.
A. didn’t speak B. haven’t spoken C. don’t speak D. aren’t speaking
42. The novel is about a family who can't ______ with each other.
A. communicative B. communication C. communicatively D. communicate
43. Students _______ go to school on Sundays; there is no class then.
A. must B. have to C. don't have to D. mustn't
44. The major factor __________ the generation gap is lack of communication between parents and their
children.
A. causing B. resulting C. leading D. making
45. Each individual in the society needs to ______ their family when they encounter challenges and
difficulties.
A. run into B. rely on C. come round D. get through
C. WRITING
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to
make a meaningful paragraph/letter in each of the following questions.
Question 1:
a. The introduction of smart technologies in cities can help reduce traffic congestion and improve public
transportation.
b. In future cities, people are expected to live in more sustainable and eco-friendly environments.
c. Additionally, urban areas will likely see an increase in green spaces and renewable energy sources.
d. As cities evolve, the quality of life for residents will continue to improve with better infrastructure and
services.
e. Living in the city will become more efficient and convenient as technology advances.
A. e – d – c – b – a B. b – e – c – a – d
C. b – d – e – a – c D. e – a – c – b – d
Question 2:
a. Moreover, these advancements will lead to a higher quality of life for residents.
b. In the future, cities will rely heavily on renewable energy sources and smart infrastructure.
c. As technology continues to evolve, the design and functionality of cities will transform significantly.
d. For example, smart grids and energy-efficient buildings will become the norm.
e. Dear residents, as we look toward the future, it’s clear that urban living will undergo substantial changes.
A. e – b – d – c – a B. e – c – b – d – a
C. e – c – a – b – d D. e – b – a – d – c
Question 3:
a. This has created a generation gap, where parents often struggle to understand their children's digital habits.
b. Many teenagers today spend a significant amount of their free time on screens, whether it be for social
media, gaming, or streaming videos.
c. However, it is important for both generations to communicate and find a balance that respects each other's
viewpoints.
d. On the other hand, teenagers feel that their parents are out of touch with modern technology.
e. Parents are concerned about the potential negative effects of excessive screen time on their children's
health and development.
A. b - e - a - d - c B. a - c - d - e - b
C. b - e – c – a – d D. a - e - b - d – b
Question 4:
a. However, I believe that finding a balance is crucial for our well-being.
b. I understand that you worry about the amount of time I spend on my phone and computer.
c. I will also make an effort to be more mindful of how much time I spend in front of screens.
d. Perhaps we can set some family screen time rules together that work for both of us.
e. Dear Mom and Dad,
f. I appreciate your concern and I think it's important that we address this issue together
A. e – b - f – c – a - d B. e – d – a – c – f – b
C. e – b - f - a - d – c D. e - d – a – c - b - f
Question 5:
a-To complement his diet, he did press-ups and star jumps regularly, which strengthened his muscles and
improved his fitness.
b- To further support his health, he practiced meditation, which reduced his stress and improved his mental
well-being.
c- By cutting down on bad habits and maintaining these healthy practices, John significantly increased his
chances of living a long, healthy life.
d- John wanted to live a long and healthy life, so he ate a balanced diet with essential nutrients to boost his
immune system.
e- Additionally, John stayed clean and used medicine when necessary to avoid infections, keeping his body
strong.
A. c – e – a – b – d C. d – a – e – b – c
B. c – a – e – b – c D. d – b – e – a – c
Question 6:
a. I am interested in helping parentless children and ready to have their hair cut.
b. My name is Van and I have been a barber for 15 years.
c. To whom it may concern,
d. I am looking forward to hearing from you and joining you on the trip.
e. I have been informed about your voluntary trip to an orphanage in Vinh Long on Dec 26, 2023.
A. c-b-d-e-a B. d-b-c-a-e C. a-c-b-e-d D. c-b-e-a-d
Question 7.
a. Finally, would you mind telling me if there are native German-speaking teachers at your language
centre?
b. First, could you please let me know whether there are German courses at your language centre?
c. Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to ask for some information about the language courses at your
language centre.
d. I look forward to hearing from you.
e. Yours faithfully,
f. Next, I would also like to know how long the course for beginners lasts and how often classes take
place.
A. c - d - b - f - a - e B. c - f - b - a - e - d C. c - b - d - f - a - e D. c - b - f - a - d - e
Question 8.
a. Next, it enables you to build better relationships with people because through frequent sports you can
get to know a lot about others' personalities.
b. First, playing sports helps reduce the stress and gives you more energy in your life.
c. In short, people should play sports regularly because it brings lots of advantages.
d. Lastly, it improves your health. When playing sports, the body is protected from different types of
harmful bacteria and viruses.
e. Playing sports brings a lot of advantages.
A. e - a - b - d - c B. e - b - a - d - c C. b - a - d - c - e D. c - b - a - e - d
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to
make a meaningful paragraph/letter in each of the following questions.
Question 9:
a. This generational gap often leads to misunderstandings and conflicts between parents and their children.
b. In today's fast-paced world, parents and children frequently struggle to see eye to eye on various issues.
c. However, with open communication and mutual respect, these differences can be bridged.
d. The difference in experiences and perspectives between generations is a natural phenomenon.
e. It is important for both parents and children to make an effort to understand each other's viewpoints.
A. b - a - d - e – c B. b - d - a - e - c
C. d - b - a - c – e D. d - a - b - c – e
Question 10:
a. I believe that understanding and adapting to these changes is crucial for our children's future success.
b. Dear parents,
c. thank you for your continued support.
d. As we navigate the challenges of modern parenting, it is essential to recognize the rapid changes in
technology and society.
e. Together, we can create a supportive environment that fosters growth and learning.
A. b - d - a - e – c B. b - a - d - c - e
C. b - d - a - c – e D. b - a - c - d - e
D. READING
I. Read the following advertisement / school announcement and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your
answer sheet to indicate the correct option that bestfits each of the numbered blanks from 1 to 6
VOLUNTEERS WANTED
The Children’s Youth Shelters (1) ______ helps our community’s youth and
teens who are suffering (2) ______ homelessness. Help us take a stand by making
(3) ______ difference in a youth’s life by volunteering at one of our community
shelters!
Volunteer registration day
APRIL 13, 2024 FROM 1 PM TO 4 PM
Children Youth Shelter Community HQ
412 Princeton Drive, Brooklyn, NY 11221
www.ChildrenYouthShelters.org
Question 1: A. prideful B. pride C. proudly D. proud
Question 2: A. from B. on C. in D. for
Question 3: A. a B. an C. the D. ∅
ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE GRADUATION CEREMONY
The school Youth Union would like to announce
All students of Grade 12 (4)______ present by 17:00 on Jun 29, 2024.
Girls are required to wear the traditional (5)______ (Áo dài), while boys must wear white shirts and dark
pants.
()_______ parents need further information, feel free to contact Mr. Cuong at 0356.211.439