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TRƯỜNG THPT YÊN HÒA ĐỀ CƯƠNG ÔN TẬP HỌC KỲ II BỘ MÔN: TIẾNG ANH NĂM HỌC 2023 - 2024 MÔN: TIẾNG ANH - KHỐI 11 A. POINTS IN FOCUS I. VOCABULARY - Unit 5: Heritage Sites - Unit 6: On the go - Unit 7: Independent living - Unit 8: Cities of the future II. GRAMMAR AND STRUCTURES - Cleft Sentence - Participle and to-infinitive clauses - Phrasal verbs with GO - Present and past speculation - Used to and would - Separable and inseparable phrasal verbs - Gerunds as subjects and objects - Perfect gerunds and perfect participles - Structure with Had better, it’s time - Future continuous - Future perfect - Both, either, neither, none III. STRUCTURE OF THE TEST TRẮC NGHIỆM KHÁCH QUAN PHONETICS - Word stress - Pronunciation VOCABULARY AND GRAMMAR STRUCTURES - Vocabulary related to the themes - Grammar structures CLOZE TEXT: 3 parts READING COMPREHENSION: 2 parts SENTENCE ARRANGEMENTS TO FORM A MEANINGFUL PARAGRAPH OR A LETTER 1
B. PRACTICE FOR THE 2nd MID-TERM TEST PHẦN TRẮC NGHIỆM I. PHONETICS Exercise 1. Find the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the others. 1. A. scenery B. heritage C. excavate D. authentic 2. A. culture B. unforgettable C. century D. stunning 3. A. cruise B. mosaic C. cuisine D. craftsman 4. A. winding B. domestic C. citadel D. relic 5. A. package B. heritage C. passage D. teenage Exercise 2. Find the word which has a different stress pattern from the others 6. A. abundant B. masterpiece C. demolish D. mosaic 7. A. estate B. landmark C. culture D. kingdom 8. A. geological B. archaeologist C. irresponsible D. itinerary 9. A. suspension B. dynasty C. continent D. backpacker 10. A. immerse B. barefoot C. seatbelt D. public II. VOCABULARY AND GRAMMAR STRUCTURES Exercise 3. Choose the best answer to complete these sentences. 11. When visiting Tràng An Landscape Complex, tourists can go on a boat cave tour to enjoy the great _____ diversity here. A. geological B. geologic C. geology D. geologist 12. The phở served at the local restaurant in Ninh Xá ward is truly _______, capturing the rich flavors and traditions of Vietnamese cuisine A. actual B. authentic C. real D. accurate 13. The Colosseum in Italy is acknowledged to be a historical and architectural __________ of Roman engineering and design. A. citadel B. ecosystem C. picture D. masterpiece 14. The eagle, a ________, is known for its excellent eyesight and powerful flying ability. A. mammal B. reptile C. vertebrate D. flora 15. Before the meeting, let’s _________ the agenda to ensure we cover all the important points. A. go for B. go over C. go back D. go about 16. The limestone in Phong Nha is not continuous, which has led to a particularly _______ shape. A. distinctive B. similar C. genuine D. diverse 17. The archaeologists have ___________ an ancient artifact in Luxor, Egypt, which provided new insights into the civilization’s culture. A. excavation B. excavated C. excavating D. excavator 18. To ensure safety, passengers must _________ their seatbelts once they get in the car. A. fasten B. lock C. cross D. hold 19. We found a ______ through St James Park on our way to the Buckingham Palace, which would save about an hour of driving. A. lift B. streets C. short cut D. shorter ways 20. I would love to _____ myself ____ Vietnamese culture because I am curious about the country. A. cut/off B. put/in C. take/from D. immerse/in 21. Elena: Oh no! Jack can’t drive us to the airport tomorrow. Anna: Really? He always _______ at the last minute, doesn’t he? A. puts us down B. lets us down C. gets us down D. takes us down 2
22. You should avoid traveling during ________ because the roads will be crowded with traffic. A. hurry hours B. rushing hours C. busy hour D. rush hour 23. The Temple of Preah Vihear in Cambodia is composed of a series of sanctuaries ________ by a system of pavements and staircases over an 800-metre-long axis. A. linked B. linking C. to link D. being linked 24. The shuttle bus_______ through the city center is the quickest mode of transportation to arrive at the airport. A. to be passed B. to pass C. passed D. passing 25. The Citadel of the Ho Dynasty is the only stone citadel in Southeast Asia _______ of large limestone blocks. A. constructed B. which constructed C. to be constructed D. to construct 26. ________ friendship that you should try to build up in order to have true values. A. This is B There is C. It is D. Which is 27. It is Phong’s sense of responsibility ______ makes him successful in his life. A. what B. which C. who D. that 28. ____ my parents gave me the fish tank. A. It was on my birthday when B. It was my birthday on that C. It was my birthday that D. It was on my birthday that 29. The lights are still on, so someone ______ be at home. A. must B. might C. can D. may 30. Anna can’t find her passport. I suppose she _____ it in the hotel room. A. may leave B. might have left C. must have left D. can’t leave 31. Taylor ________ her ankles yesterday. I saw her walking normally to the studio this morning! A. must have sprained B. can’t have sprained C. must sprain D. can’t sprain 32. I’m certain the Potters don't think we're arriving tonight; we arranged it for next weekend. A. The Potters couldn’t be expecting us tonight; we arranged it for next weekend. B. The Potters couldn’t have expected us tonight; we arranged it for next weekend. C. The Potters might expect us tonight; we arranged it for next weekend. D. The Potters couldn’t expecting us tonight; we arranged it for next weekend. 33. Going to school _____ so dangerous for children as they had to travel long distances on foot or boat. A. used to B. are C. used to be D. will be 34. We _______ the sunset from the hilltop everyday when we were at the summer camp. A. will watch B. watched C. watch D. would watch 35. Perth, our new roommate, is ______ used to her new home and does not cry anymore. A. being B. getting C. got D. become 36. Teenagers ______ romantic movies like Twilight, 10 things I hate about you or The Princess Diaries. However, since Avatar ____ in 2009, their taste in movies has changed a little bit. A. loved/was released B. used to love/ used to be released C. used to love/was released D. loved/used to be released 37. RM from BTS speaks English perfectly because he picked ____ the language just by watching series Friends. A. at B. on C. in D. up 38. Miley Cyrus’s plane _____ its destination just in time so that she could perform at the Glastonbury Festival. A. made B. took C. reached D. arrived 39. My sister has opened a small shop behind the museum ____ postcard and souvenirs to tourists. A. selling B. sold C. which selling D. to sell 3
40. While driving to the mountains, John had to _____ over to check the map because he wasn’t sure if he was on the right route. A. take B. pull C. put D. turn II. PARAGRAPH ARRANGEMENT Exercise 4. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to make a meaningful paragraph/ a letter in each of the following questions. 41. a. In summary, this city seamlessly combines cultural richness, efficient infrastructure, and tranquil oases. b. Moreover, the city's public transportation system is both efficient and extensive, ensuring easy access to various neighborhoods and attractions. c. In the bustling city, opportunities abound for those seeking a vibrant and dynamic lifestyle. d. Additionally, the city boasts a plethora of dining options, ranging from quaint cafes to gourmet restaurants. e. Firstly, the diverse array of cultural events provides a rich tapestry of experiences, from art exhibitions to music festivals. A. e - c - a - b - d B. e - a - c - b - d C. c - a - b - d - e D. c - e - b - d - a 42. a. Best regards, b. I called a taxi from your company yesterday at about 9 am to go from my house to Hindus Cooperation on 9th Avenue; however, I realised one extremely important proposal for a huge project that my team is working on had gone missing. c. Dear Sir or Madam, I hope this letter finds you well. d. I reckon I must have accidentally left the papers in the taxi; thus, can you kindly contact the driver I had yesterday and ask if he has seen any of my documents in his car? e. Thank you and please keep me updated if you have any information about my documents. f. I am writing this letter to you to ask for your help in finding my missing documents. A. c – d - b - f - a - e B. c – f – b – d – e - a C. f – c – b – d – e - a D. f – c – d - b – a - e 43. a. To be more specific, the reef is located in the Coral Sea, off the coast of Queensland, Australia. b. It is also the world’s largest coral reef system, composed of over 2,900 individual reefs and 900 islands, stretching over 2,300 kilometers. c. The Great Barrier Reef in Australia is one of the most remarkable natural treasures on the UNESCO World Heritage List. d. To conclude, The Great Barrier Reef is not only a site of remarkable beauty but also supports a wide diversity of life, including many vulnerable or endangered species. e. Therefore, this site is recognized for its exceptional natural beauty, significant habitats for biodiversity conservation, and its representation of major stages in the earth’s history. A. c – b – a – e - d B. a–c-b–e - d C. c–a–b –d - e D. a–b – b –d - e IV. CLOZE TEXT Exercise 5. Choose the one option - A, B, C or D - that best completes the passage (phrases or sentences) Preserving Heritage Around the World Crowdfunding for heritage! Preserving their heritage can present a challenge to many nations, especially if they have a large number of heritage sites, (44) ______. However, the country has found a new method of raising money for heritage 4
projects (45) ___________ – crowdfunding. For example, Loveitaly, a non-profit organization, (46) _____________ and collects donations from everyone who wants to help. One of their first success stories was raising enough money to restore an ancient site in Pompeii. Strict heritage laws In Australia, individuals and companies have to pay a fine of AU$1000 to AU$5000 for any damage to heritage sites or objects, regardless of whether (47) _______. In some cases, the fines are heavier, and people could even face time in prison. The authorities hope the harsher punishments can stop people from (48) _____ cultural sites and items and prevent heritage crimes. Tourism works! Spain is one of the countries that has successfully promoted its cultural heritage through tourism. For many years, festivals such as La Tomatina (in which people throw tomatoes at each other) or Las Fallas (a five-day festival or firework and light shows) in Valencia have attracted millions of local and foreign tourists. The unique architecture in Barcelona, home to nine UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and Santiago de Compostela’s Old Town, (49) _______ the world heritage list, are famous all over the world. (Source: Adapted from 'English 11 – Global Success) 44. A. like Italy does B. So does Italy C. Italy has D. Italy as well 45. A. to many individuals and businesses B. from a large number of individuals and businesses C. from a large amount of individuals and businesses D. of many individuals and businesses 46. A. which uses its website to reach all the people around the world who love Italy B. uses its website to reach all the people around the world who love Italy C. it uses its website to reach all the people around the world who love Italy D. using its website to reach all the people around the world who love Italy 47. A. it should be repaired B. for them to be repaired C. they are repaired D. they can be repaired 48. A. destroying or damaging B. them destroying and damaging C. being destroyed or damaged D. destroy and damage 49. A. which is on as well B. what is as well on C. which is also on D. that is on also Exercise 6. Choose the one option - A, B, C or D - that best completes the passage. Hoan Kiem Lake is an attractive body of water right in the (50) _______ of Ha Noi. Legend has it that in the mid-15th (51) _______, Heaven gave Emperor Le Thai To (Le Loi) a magical sword which he used to fight (52) _______ the Chinese, the Ming aggressors, out of Viet Nam. After that one day when he was out (53) _______ in the lake, a giant (54) _______ tortoise suddenly grabbed the sword and (55) _______ into the depths of the lake. Since then, the lake has been known as Hoan Kiem Lake (Lake of the Restored Sword) (56) _______ it is believed the sword was taken to its original divine owners. The tiny Tortoise Pagoda, topped with a red star, is (57) _______ a small island in the middle of the lake; it is often used (58) _______ an emblem of Ha Noi. Every morning around 6 a.m, local residents can be seen around Hoan Kiem Lake (59) _______ their morning exercise, jogging or playing badminton. 50. A. middle B. main C. heart D. point 51. A. festival B. century C. time D. occasion 52. A. above B. down C. for D. against 53. A. diving B. playing C. sailing D. walking 54. A. gold B. golden C. huge D. salty 55. A. disappeared B. endangered C. lost D. escaped 56. A. although B. however C. so D. because 57. A. at B. on C. in D. above 58. A. as B. like C. for D. to 5
59. A. to do B. doing C. to make D. making Exercise 7. Choose the one option - A, B, C or D - that best completes the passage (phrases or sentences) As a journalist, I’m asked to travel around the globe to all sorts of foreign countries. Over the years, I’ve used different (60) ____ of transport. Of course, for long trips, flying is the fastest and safest way to (61) ____ a far-off destination. Unfortunately, I’m not a very organized traveler and despite my travel agent’s best efforts, something always goes wrong. Last week, while I was heading (62) _______ the airport, I realized I had left my passport at home. Obviously, I had to go back so I asked the taxi driver to turn around and take me home. In the meantime, I crossed my fingers and hoped that I wouldn’t miss my flight. All the way home, the driver was speeding in and out of traffic. He got even more carried away when he got on the motorway, (63) _____ at speeds of up to 150 kilometres per hour. By the time we arrived home, I was in a state of shock and it took me a while to catch my breath. So, before driving off again, I decided to pay him a little extra, so that he would go slower (64) ____ we were bound to have an accident. (Adapted from Use of English B2) 60. A. ways B. sorts C. means D. types 61. A. get B. reach C. arrive D. visit 62. A. on B. ahead C. to D. for 63. A. travel B. to travel C. travelling D. travelled 64. A. when B. as C. like D. after Exercise 8. Choose the one option - A, B, C or D - that best completes the passage (an advertisement or announcement) ALPHA TRAIN STATION General offices January 27th, 2023 To our dear customers, We are holding a number of bicycles which we believe to be your property. If you have lost such an article, please provide us with a complete description of the property, (65) _____color, brand as well as other recognizable features. Also, please advise us of your complete itinerary, which are the train tickets to your destination. To assist us in expediting its return to you, please give us your telephone number. Upon receipt of the request information, we will advise you of the routing promptly. Understandably, (66) ___ is your item that will be disposed of unless we hear from you within 90 days from the date of this announcement. Sincerely, System Lost Property Service Alpha Train Station, Inc. In reply, please (67) ______ our file OL 9991. 65 A. including B. to include C. include D. included 66 A. that B. this C. here D. it 67 A. go for B. go over C. go against D. go about ANNOUNCEMENT OF A TRIP TO MY SON SANCTUARY 6
Yen Hoa High Schol would like to announce: - All students need (68)_____ at 7:00 on May 15. - Each class is to prepare a performance for Dancing show in 4 minutes - Each student has to (69)______ My Son's rich cultural and historical sites, providing students with valuable insights beyond the classroom. - We can’t take part in traditional festivals but we can go to explore ancient Hindu temples (70)______ - Should you have any questions, please contact your class monitor. 68 A. presenting B. presented C. to be present D. present 69 A. go through B. go away C. go against D. go up 70 A. in case B. instead C. indeed D. in short V. READING COMPREHENSION Exercise 9. Read the text carefully, then choose the correct answers. Ha Long Bay Ha Long Bay is a group of offshore islands that is the best example of marine invaded limestone region in the world. The Bay holds over 1600 islands and islets. There are caves and grottoes, with stalactites (thạch nhũ) and stalagmites (măng đá). Its limestone pillars are a unique natural feature of great scenic beauty and biological interest. The great extent and the richness of its forms sets it apart from many other sites. Ha Long Bay is an extremely popular destination both for foreigners and Vietnamese. The early 1990s saw over 1 million visitors a year. It is unlikely that the number has decreased over the years – so there will always be about 3000 other people in the Bay at the same time as you! The natural beauty of the Bay lay hidden today under a very common fog. As I had already seen the similar karst landscape in China a couple of years before, I certainly said that I was blown away by the beauty of Ha Long Bay. We went onto one of the islands to visit the Surprising Cave – an indeed surprisingly big and beautiful cave with three hollow chambers. We saw some monkeys here too, just outside the cave exit. Part of the tour was half an hour of kayaking – enough to paddle a full circle around the main area. The views from the kayak I found much more impressive than from the larger boat: you’re so tiny then and the peaks rise sharply in front of you. I had a better look at the water too, and cannot say that I saw pollution by plastic or other junk floating around. There is a thin layer of oil on the water in some parts though. And then it’s time to get back in the bus to Ha Noi, another 3.5 hours. Their tour was carried out well with good seafood for lunch and I had a satisfying day. 71. The attraction that Ha Long Bay offers to tourists is______. A. A large number of islands and islets B. The largest limestone region in the world C. Its caves and grottoes, with stalactites and stalagmites D. Its unique value of landscape and biology 72. The writer was______ . A. Able to escape from an explosion is Ha Long Bay B. Very impressed by the beauty of Ha Long Bay C. Unable to see Ha Long Bay due to the fog D. Really frightened of visiting the Surprising Cave 73. All of the following statements are true about Ha Long Bay EXCEPT that___. A. The writer thought its beauty surpassed many other sites B. The writer didn’t think the number of tourists had decreased over the years C. The writer saw some monkeys in the chambers of the Surprising Cave D. It took three and a half hours to travel from Ha Noi to Ha Long Bay by bus 7
74. During half an hour of kayaking, the writer found that____ . A. He was more impressed by the view from the kayak than by that from the boat B. The problem of pollution there was serious with plastic or other junk floating around C. He could see the peaks rise sharply in front of him D. He could see a thin layer of oil on the water in a full circle around the main area 75. The word “karst” in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to _____ . A. The common landscape found in China suitable for kayaking and boating B. An irregular limestone region with underground streams, and caves C. A large number of island and islets in Viet Nam and China D. The explosive that can blow tourist away if they are not careful karst (n) vùng đá vôi PHẦN TỰ LUẬN VI. SENTENCE TRANSFORMATION & COMBINATION Exercise 10. Use the hints or provided words to rewrite the sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the original one. 76. Harry Potter series is written by J.K.Rowling, one of the most famous authors for children. This series has been sold more than 500 million copies over the world. (Combine the two sentences using Past Partciciple)  Harry Potter series_______________________________________________________. 77. The Colosseum in Rome captivated me with its historical significance when I saw it last spring. (Rewrite the sentence with focus on Subject)  It ______________________________________________________________________. 78. I’m pretty sure that they did not travel anywhere during Christmas holiday because they invited us to their dinner. (Rewrite the sentence using HAVE)  They ____________________________________________________________________. 79. The kids’ behaviours were in conflict with the cultural values of this religious temple. (Rewrite the sentence using AGAINST)  The kids’ behaviours ________________________________________________________. 80. Don’t miss the Ngu Binh Mountain, which forms a kind of protective screen around the monuments in Hue. (Rewrite the sentence using Present Participle)  Don’t miss ____________________________________________________________________. 81. The only electric car that was purchased last year has significantly reduced my carbon footprint. (Rewrite the sentence using PURCHASED)  The only ____________________________________________________________________. 82. You didn’t invite me to your birthday party on Saturday, but you asked me to come over on Sunday. (Rewrite the sentence with the emphasis on the underlined part)  You ____________________________________________________________________. 83. We hated riding our bike to school on cold early morning. (Rewrite the sentence using USED)  We ____________________________________________________________________. 84. 20 years ago in Vietnam, people didn’t use to study abroad as much as they do these days. (Rewrite the sentence using WOULD)  People ____________________________________________________________________. 85. Unfortunately, Cassie had to stop the trip to South Africa with us because she’s got a flu. (Rewrite the sentence using OUT)  Unfortunately, Cassie _________________________________________________________. 8
ĐỀ TỰ LUYỆN ĐỀ KIỂM TRA GIỮA HỌC KÌ II NĂM HỌC 2022-2023 MÔN: TIẾNG ANH, LỚP: 11 Thời gian làm bài: 45 phút PHẦN I: TRẮC NGHIỆM 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. climate B. balance C. carbon D. global Question 2: A. causes B. brakes C. changes D. misses 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 primary stress in each of the following questions. Question 3: A. disease B. substance C. college D. illness Question 4: A. primary B. practical C. personal D. infectious Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to choose the word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks. Experts in climatology and other (5) ______ are extremely concerned about the changes to our climate. Admittedly, climate changes have occurred on our planet before. These changes were different from the modern ones because they occurred gradually and naturally. The current changes aren't the result of natural causes, but of human activity. (6) _______, the changes are occurring alarmingly rapidly. The major problem is perhaps that the planet is warming up. According to some experts, this warming, known as global warming, has been (7) ______ in the last 10,000 years. The implications for the planet are very serious. Rising global temperatures could give rise to ecological disasters such as floods and droughts. This could have a harmful effect on agriculture. Politicians are also (8) ______ about climate change and there are now regular meetings on the subject, attended by representatives from many of the world's industrialized countries. In Kyoto, Japan in 1997, it was agreed that the most industrialized countries would try to reduce the volume of greenhouse gas emissions and were given targets for their reductions. Sadly, the targets are not being (9) ______. Even more sadly, global warnings about climate changes are often still being regarded as scaremongering. (Adapted from en.islcollective.com/) Question 5: A. scientific B. scientists C. science D. scientifically Question 6: A. Nevertheless B. Furthermore C. Besides D. However Question 7: A. stopping B. decreasing C. occurring D. following Question 8: A. surprised B. concerned C. related D. interested Question 9: A. marked B. surpassed C. met D. set Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. Question 10: ______ courses help us gain practical skills for a particular job. A. Annual B. Critical C. Academic D. Vocational Question 11: You need to rest. You ______ all morning. A. work B. will be working C. have been working D. worked Question 12: Students can ______ voluntary work, or travel during a gap year. A. do B. plan C. help D. train Question 13: Despite being caught, he ______ having stolen the documents. A. denied B. refused C. wanted D. decided Question 14: ______ refers to the long-term rise of the planet's temperatures. 9
A. Infectious disease B. Sea level C. Deforestation D. Global warming Question 15: ______ all her work, my sister went shopping with her best friends. A. To finishing B. Finish C. To finish D. Having finished Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions. Question 16: We have come up with some ideas of reducing our carbon footprint. A. resolve B. suffer C. propose D. prevent Question 17: Being an analytical person, Sarah knows how to separate the lessons into smaller sections to review more easily. A. logical B. emotional C. responsible D. physical 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. Question 18: Sea level rise is threatening the livelihood of thousands of coastal residents. A. endangering B. warning C. promoting D. protecting Question 19: Many graduates find their future careers up in the air as they are striving to get suitable jobs after graduation. A. certain B. unfinished C. doubtful D. completed Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges. Question 20: Nhi: “Do you think the cost of further education is a little expensive?” Lien: “______, but what you can get from it is worthy.” A. Everything is fine B. That was very nice of you C. I strongly disagree D. I suppose so Question 21: Teacher: “Your project on solutions for global warming is excellent. Good job!” Alex: “______” A. Thank you so much! B. You’re welcome. C. I’m fine, thanks. D. Yes, please. 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. Further education in the UK is the stage of education between compulsory education and higher education or university education. Students enter this stage at 16 years of age and finish it up when they are 18 years old. In the UK, once you complete secondary school and get the GCSE results, you’re free to decide whether you want to seek an education at higher stages or land the job market right away. As such, further education in the UK marks a vital time in students’ lives since it indicates their further life tracks. If you have no aspiration to attend education at higher stages, but you would rather like to find a good job and live independently, then there are countless options for you at this point. Once you step out of high school and take your GCSEs, you can land the job market. Companies around are eager to recruit young and motivated individuals who are looking forward to starting their adventure in the job market. They value your motivation and therefore take care of your transition into the market comes with ease. On the other side of the coin, there are students who want to pursue higher stages of education. For these students, further education stage in the UK represents a great opportunity to make their academic profile more appealing. Furthermore, students who haven’t taken their GCSE exams at the age of 16 can still seek to make it through this stage of education. This is a much-desired option since UK universities are highly selective and getting a FE qualification will indicate a higher probability to take a university seat. Fortunately, in the UK, there's a wide range of these courses covering particular subjects that lead to certain qualifications. If you decide to get a university degree in a subject you’re interested in, then academic qualifications are a 10
suitable option for you. These programs last for up to two years and aim to prepare you in a particular number of subjects required at the degree course you’re planning to apply at the university. (Adapted from www.studying-in-uk.org/) Question 22: What is the best title for the passage? A. The Urge of Taking Further Education in the UK B. Ways to Apply for Further Education in the UK C. Drawbacks of Taking Further Education in the UK D. Guidelines for Further Education in the UK Question 23: The word “it” in paragraph 2 refers to ______. A. student B. further education C. time D. the UK Question 24: What can’t students in the UK do after graduating from secondary school? A. have greater academic achievements B. take further education C. take their GCSE exams D. participate in the labor force Question 25: The word “recruit” in paragraph 3 is CLOSEST in meaning to ______. A. decline B. hire C. ignore D. improve Question 26: Which of the following is NOT true about the benefits of further education? A. It prepares students for the courses they intend to study at universities. B. It leads to a greater opportunity of being admitted to a university. C. It provides practical skills and knowledge for their future occupations. D. It indicates higher academic achievements in the following stages. 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 27: Some of my high school classmates has been taking their gap year for months. A. Some B. has C. taking D. for Question 28: Governments’ attempts to tackle the climate change crisis must be complimentary to those of all people. A. complimentary B. to tackle C. Governments’ D. those PHẦN II: TỰ LUẬN Put the words in brackets into their correct forms. Question 29: It’s less likely for students from lower income families to pursue higher ______. (EDUCATE) Question 30: Schools should encourage students to participate in ______ activities such as volunteering. (ACADEMY) Question 31: About ten thousand people suffered ______ as a result of the earthquake. (EMPLOY) Question 32: The latest batch of ice core samples suggests that climate changes can occur gradually or ______. (CATASTROPHE) Use the correct tense of the verbs in brackets. Question 33: Paul ______ (READ) the assignment several times, but he still can’t understand it. Question 34: Scientists ______ (STUDY) climate change for decades to find out possible solutions for it. Question 35: ______ (COMPLETE) the bachelor’s degree, Sean started looking for a job in tech companies. Question 36: Some people blamed the government for ______ (FAIL) to respond to the energy crisis. Rewrite the following sentences on your answer sheet, beginning as shown, without changing their meaning. Question 37: It’s been 6 months since I last visited my old school. (FOR) → I _________________________________________________________________________ . Question 38: The global temperature started rising dramatically in the last century, and it will continue to rise in the future. (HAS) 11
→ The global temperature________________________________________________________ . Question 39: Amy chose to study journalism after receiving some advice from her grandmother. → Having ____________________________________________________________________ . Question 40: The farmer had used too much pesticide on his crops to control pests, but then he regretted that. → The farmer regretted __________________________________________________________ . ----------- HẾT ---------- 12
C. PRACTICE FOR THE 2nd TERM TEST PHẦN TRẮC NGHIỆM I. PHONETICS Exercise 1. Find the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the others. 1. A. self-reliant B. develop C. respect D. extinct 2. A. enquire B. quay C. quality D. quarter 3. A. recreation B. vertical C. monitor D. megacity 4. A. high-rise B. sensor C. sustainable D. pedestrian 5. A. thermostat B. infrastructure C. transportation D. atmosphere Exercise 2. Find the word which has a different stress pattern from the others. 6. A. determined B. management C. financial D. decisive 7. A. responsible B. conditioner C. professional D. independent 8. A. technology B. sustainable C. residential D. amenity 9. A. skyscraper B. liveable C. interact D. neighborhood 10. A. identify B. infrastructure C. development D. relationship II. VOCABULARY AND GRAMMAR STRUCTURES Exercise 3. Choose the best answer to complete these sentences. 11. If teenagers receive a certain amount of ______ each week, they need to learn how to allocate it wisely to cover their needs and wants. A. savings B. pocket money C. payment D. salary 12. Being _______ doesn’t mean you have to do everything on your own. It’s also about knowing when to ask for help and utilizing the resources available to you. A. self-reliant B. decisive C. determined D. responsible 13. Mastering financial management techniques may help the young to avoid ______ buying. A. impulse B. impulsion C. impulsiveness D. impulsive 14. You have to __________ a clear goal if you really want to succeed. A. make B. consider C. set D. achieve 15. It found that more than a third of people in England, who had been in care and who responded to the online survey, felt they had left too early and did not feel equipped with the skills to be able to live more _______. A. independent B. independently C. dependent D. dependently 16. During our courses, you write an independent living plan to meet individual needs, such as______, meal planning, and financial management. A. self-esteem B. self-examination C. self-fulfillment D. self-expression 17. Last Sunday, the Youth Union ____________ a campaign to collect rubbish in the neighborhood. A. has launched B. launched C. was launched D. was launching 18. My best friend, Nhi, is always known for her great ______. People can trust her with every task assigned. A. self-development B. independence C. positivity D. reliability 19. Urban farming is an example of_____ that promotes sustainable food production in cities without much human labour. A. automated technology B. high-speed transportation C. well-developed infrastructure D. green spaces 13
20. One of the challenges of urban planning is creating __________ that provide a balance between nature and urban development. A. greening B. metropolises C. coexisting D. mine 21. In many megacities like New York or Singapore, the ______ trend will likely continue in urban areas as well, providing efficient use of land and offering a high-density solution to solve housing shortages. A. going horizontal B. going vertical C. going green D. going urbanized 22. Originally designed to foster economic growth by connecting remote regions to Tokyo, the ______system has since evolved to connect other major cities as well. A. well-developed infrastructure B. self-driving cars C. automatic sensor D. high-speed rail 23. Future cities might ____ waste materials for valuable resources, such as landfills for recyclable materials or sewage for bioenergy. A. create B. explore C. mine D. discover 24. China has already been experimenting with ways to make its cities more ______ for the last two decades. A. sustainable B. harmless C. continue D. natural 25. Studies reveal that food production will need to increase by 70 percent to ______ the over 9 billion people on Earth. A. give B. supply C. provide D. feed 26. Copenhagen has been voted the most ______ city in the world several times. A. ecological friendly B. eco-friendly C. ecologically friend D. friendly ecologically 27. __________ all your money on Shopee or Lazada sales day every two week is not a wise choice. A. spend B. having spent C. spending D. spent 28. My English teacher finds _____ really fascinating as it broadens her knowledge a lot about different countries. A. travelling B. having travelled C. travel D. travelled 29. _______ green technologies with low-carbon emissions, the country intends to get rid of coal. A. Having develop B. Developed C. Develop D. Having developed 30. Jack admitted to ______ anger control issues before he received proper treatment from the therapist. A. having B. having had C. have D. Both A and C 31. You had better _____ your bed right now, otherwise you won’t be allowed to play video games later. A. to make B. making C. made D. make 32. It’s time they ______ second-hand course books to save some money. A. bought B. having bought C. to buy D. buying 33. By the end of her Eras Tour, Taylor Swift _______ 4.1 billion dollars. What an incredible number! A. will be making B. will make C. will have made D. made 34. Engineers _____ a new type of stone for tiles and surface materials made from concrete found in old buildings by 2060. A. will create B. will be creating C. create D. will have created 35. Many people _____ remotely in the future, so they _____ independently in different parts of the world. A. will be working/ will be living B. will have worked/ will be living C. work/ live D. will be working/ will have lived 36. In 10 years’ time, most people ______ electric cars instead of gasoline ones like currently, which will benefit significantly to our environment. 14
A. use B. will be using C. will have used D. are using 37. In many developed countries, urban dwellers use ____ bamboo or recycled steel to build some parts of the house. A. both B. none C. neither D. either 38. I'm sorry to say that I have __________ of the information you're looking for. A. none B. neither C. either D. both 39. ________ of undeveloped or developed cities have found ways to applied biological materials into new resources for construction. A. none B. neither C. either D. both 40. Urban farming involves _____ growing food ____ raising animals and insects such as chicken and bees. A. either/or B. neither/nor C. both/and D. none/of II. PARAGRAPH ARRANGEMENT Exercise 4. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to make a meaningful paragraph/ a letter in each of the following questions. 41. a. At weekends and during school holidays, they can work longer hours. b. There are strict government laws about children working in Britain. c. Therefore, the minimum wage is higher if you are older. d. According to that, they can work a maximum of two hours a day on a school day but not during school hours. e. As for wages, the national minimum wage for under-18s is around £4 per hour and it increases every year. A. b-a-d-c-e B. b-d-a-e-c C. e-c-a-d-b D. e-c-d-b-a 42. a. Additionally, self-driving cars will be navigating the roads, reducing traffic congestion and accidents. b. At that year, robots will be performing almost all complex surgeries with great precision. c. By that time, renewable energy sources will have replaced fossil fuels as the primary means of power generation. d. They believe that the world will become a more convenient place to live in. e. Scientists predict that virtual reality will transform the way we experience entertainment, allowing us to immerse ourselves in virtual worlds like never before. f. By the year 2050, technology will have advanced at an exponential rate. A. f – b – a – c – e - d B. e – d – f – c – b - a C. e – d – f – c – a - b D. f – c – a - b – d - e 43. a. I would like to know when each course or workshop starts, how much the tuition fee is and how I should pay. b. Dear Ms. White, I am 16 years old, and I will have finished Grade 11 in May. I understand it is time for me to acquire some life skills to make my own decisions and direct my own life. c. Could you also tell me how and whom I could contact for more information? d. Thank you very much for your time. I look forward to hearing from you. e.I read in your advertisement that you offer classes and hold workshops for people to gain knowledge of specific resources, organizations, and for socializing and networking. f. Sincerely yours. A. e-b-a-c-d-f B. e-a-b-f-c-f C. c–a–b –d - e D. b-e-a-c-d-f IV. CLOZE TEXT 15
Exercise 5. Choose the one option - A, B, C or D - that best completes the passage (phrases or sentences) Living independently brings numerous advantages to our lives, especially when we take charge of our own space. (44) _____ . For example, managing our own household teaches us important life skills and accountability. For instance, handling bills, grocery shopping, and maintaining a clean-living space contribute to our overall growth and self-reliance. Secondly, (45) _____ encourages self-reflection. With the freedom to make decisions about our daily routines and lifestyle, this self-determination (46) ___ our preferences and values, leading to a more authentic and fulfilling life. Additionally, independent living promotes financial awareness. (47) ___ a crucial aspect of managing our own affairs. Learning to allocate resources wisely and save for future goals empowers us to achieve financial stability and plan for long-term aspirations. Furthermore, living independently (48) ___. By encountering neighbours and local activities, we expose ourselves to different perspectives and traditions. This interconnection with (49) ___ enriches our social experiences and broadens our understanding of the world. In summary, independent living is not just about solitude; it's a journey towards personal growth, self - discovery, and community engagement. It equips us with essential skills, enhances our self-awareness, and enriches our lives in ways that extend beyond the confines of our living space. 44. A. Firstly, to foster a sense of responsibility B. Firstly, fostering a sense of responsibility C. Firstly, it fosters a sense of responsibility D. It fosters a sense of responsibility 45. A. by living independently B. living independently C. to live independently D. living independently, therefore 46. A. allows us to better understand B. allows us better understanding C. lets us to better understand D. permits us better understand 47. A. Consequently, budgeting becomes B. Budgeting, consecutively, becomes C. Budget becomes D. Budgeting becomes 48. A. introduce us to various stories of people B. introduce stories of people from various backgrounds C. connects people with various stories from around the world D. connects us with a diverse community 49. A. our community B. their community C. your community D. his community Exercise 6. Choose the one option - A, B, C or D - that best completes the passage. Helsinki already ranks as one of the world’s most (50) ______ cities, but by 2050, it may top the list. Over the next few decades, Helsinki expects to add around 250,000 new residents. But the more the population grows, the fewer cars will be on city streets as Helsinki (51) ______ itself into a network of (52) ______ that are virtually car-free. Right now, like many cities, Helsinki has a compact (53) ______ linked to far-flung suburbs by expressways. (54) ______ the city grows, each suburb will change into a mini-urban center surrounding tram or rail stations. Helsinki expects its busy expressways to become boulevards lined with new (55) ______, sidewalk cafes, bike lanes, and trams and buses. Residents will run every day errands on foot or by bike; the city hopes that homes, businesses, schools, and stores will all be (56) ______ together that many people might not even have to (57) ______ anymore. Helsinki is described as a green network city which has five 'green fingers' (58) ______ through the city from sea to surrounding forest network. Most of the new development will be located on brownfield areas, residential areas, and on transforming motorway corridors. The city also plans to add parks along the shoreline and add new (59) ______ to nearby islands. (Adapted from www.fastcompany.com) 50. A. worth B. deserving C. capable D. liveable 16
51. A. transforms B. converts C. causes D. varies 52. A. villages B. regions C. neighbourhoods D. communes 53. A. urban core B. hard core C. urban space D. centre city 54. A. Although B. Because C. As for D. As 55. A. homing B. house C. housing D. home 56. A. enough near B. enough distance C. far enough D. close enough 57. A. travel B. commute C. communicate D. go 58. A. run B. running C. to run D. being run 59. A. connections B. relations C. relationships D. paths Exercise 7. Choose the one option - A, B, C or D - that best completes the passage (phrases or sentences) Building Confidence in Teens Confidence is one's belief in their own ability. Confident people rationally believe they are capable of doing things well and therefore aren't afraid to do those things or even try new things. Teens who are confident to grow up have a good (60) ____ of self and become happy adults. Parents can help teens build their confidence throughout their adolescence by following these tips: Be trustworthy. Be there when your teen needs you. Provide a safe home environment and firm but fair discipline. This is a foundation that your teen's confidence can stand (61) _____. Give your teen choices. One of the things that confidence helps teens do is (62) ______ a decision. You can help teens make decisions by offering them choices as often as possible. Encourage your teens to try new things. Be available to take them where they need to go and do so without complaining. Become your teen’s biggest fan, (63) _____it is in sports, or in school. Allow your teen to fail, do not fix their problems for them. If they need you to help talk the problem through, ask open-ended questions so that they come to their own conclusions. Praise your teen when praise is suitable. We know that too much praise is not good either, but suitable praise is necessary for your teen's (64) ______. (Adapted from www.tennyukorthodontics.com) 60. A. sense B. feeling C. state D. ability 61. A. in B. for C. at D. on 62. A. made B. making C. make D. have made 63. A. either B. whether C. or D. but 64. A. self-determination B. self-reliance C. self-confidence D. self-discipline Exercise 8. Choose the one option - A, B, C or D - that best completes the passage (an advertisement or announcement) Independent Living Advertisement Are you yearning for a lifestyle that epitomizes freedom and self-reliance? Look no further! Welcome to Horizon Haven - where independent living takes on a new meaning. Discover the joy of having a place to call your own. Each apartment is designed to provide you with the ultimate comfort and convenience. Personalize your space to match your style, and revel (65) _____ the liberty to live life on your own terms. Embrace a community that understands the significance of (66) _____. At Horizon Haven, we believe in empowering our residents to thrive in independence. From modern amenities to serene surroundings, everything you need is just a step away. Our commitment to creating (67) _____ secure and inclusive environment sets Horizon Haven apart. Our devoted staff is available 24/7 to cater to your needs. We recognize that your journey towards independence is unique, and we're here to support you at every juncture. Seize the opportunity to redefine your lifestyle. Horizon Haven - where independence meets comfort and community! 17
65 A. at B. with C. in D. for 66 A. individualism B. individuality C. individual D. individualists 67 A. a B. the C. your D. no artcile 2050 Visions 5 pioneer US cities prove the future is now A. Urban biking With over 200 miles of bike-friendly streets, it's time to start the search for a (68) _____ outfit in Chicago. The bike lanes are busy with 3,000 bicycles around the city. B. Education Over 50 colleges and universities spread the landscape of Boston, and 44% of Boston residents (69) _____ at least a Bachelor’s degree. C. Sustainable city living With compost, recycling, and landfill standard, Seattle is serious about commitment to recycle 60% of all waste. The city’s government and residents all follow eco-friendly practices strictly. D. Technological accessibility In an ultra-connected world, Minneapolis is setting a new standard with free, (70) ______Wi-Fi. E. Natural/ Urban balance With its dedicated urban forestry programme, Portland has embraced its natural roots in attractive ways with backyard chicken, ducks, or even goats. 68 A. cycle B. cycling C. cycled D. to cycle 69 A. hold B. keep C. take D. achieve 70 A. city-widely B. wide city C. widely city D. city-wide V. READING COMPREHENSION Exercise 9. Read the text carefully, then choose the correct answers. Predictions about the Cities of the Future Cities are built to survive and prosper. Over the years, we have learned to transform our surroundings according to our needs. We have cut through mountains to make more land and created artificial islands to make skyscrapers. City planning, as an organized profession, has existed for less than a century. However, a considerable amount of evidence (both archaeological and historical) proves the existence of fully planned cities in ancient times. Over the years, humans have made some mistakes in terms of using an excessive amount of resources for cities. This gives rise to the question of how sustainable the cities of the future would be. We might be looking at smart cities in which street lights would only switch on when you are close by and traffic lights would be eliminated by smart driving. The cities of the future would try to save our resources rather than deplete them. An example of an advanced city is Kansas. Plans are in place to make Kansas a smart futuristic city in the future. Planners are considering introducing sensors to monitor the water mains. Warning would be issued to city officials when the infrastructure requires repair or replacement. In this way, the city would never be at risk of having broken pipes. While the idea sounds fantastic, a large amount of rational critique has called this plan an oversold dream. Amy Glasmier is an urban planning professor at MIT. She is a smart city skeptic who believes that all the research and talk is great but gravely oversold. (Adapted from www.blog.richardvanhooijdonk.com) 71. City planning is thought ________. 18
A. to have become a profession for about a hundred years B. to have existed professionally since ancient times C. to have come into existence to transform nature D. to make more land and created artificial islands to make skyscrapers 72. What is the most important task in building? A. to use an excessive amount of resources for cities B. to raise the question about the future C. to make cities in the future sustainable D. to make future cities more organized 73. All of the following statements may be true about smart cities EXCEPT that ________. A. street lights automatically switch on when necessary B. traffic light would be controlled by smart driving C. smart driving wouldn’t need traffic light D. cities in the future would conserve energy 74. Why would the residents in Kansas not be worried about water in the future? A. Because the infrastructure requires no repair or replacement B. Because the city will never have broken water pipes C. Because city officials often repair or replace the water mains D. Because there may be no disruption to water supply 75. The attitude of Amy Glasmier towards smart cities is ________. A. supportive B. doubtful C. indifferent D. disgusting PHẦN TỰ LUẬN VI. SENTENCE TRANSFORMATION & COMBINATION Exercise 10. Use the hints or provided words to rewrite the sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the original one. 76. You should use a planner to help you organize your tasks and assignments. (Rewrite the sentence using BETTER)  You______________________________________________________________________. 77. You should learn to take care of your own physical and mental health. (Rewrite the sentence using HIGH)  It ______________________________________________________________________. 78. Mai claimed that she had found herself a suitable part-time job so that she can afford her independent life. (Rewrite the sentence using HAVE)  Mai ______________________________________________________________________. 79. It’s quite challenging for Sarah to make her own decision on every issue. (Rewrite the sentence using MAKING)  Sarah finds ________________________________________________________________. 80. Petrol and coal are not biological materials. (Rewrite the sentence using NEITHER)  _________________________________________________________________________. 19
81. The US government caused various diseases and birth defects in Viet Nam with Agent Orange. But the US government denies that. (Combine 2 sentences using Perfect Gerund)  The US government denies___________________________________________________. 82. Scenic landscape in Trang An is a blend of towering cliff-bounded mountains which are connected through a large number of underground streams and caves. (Use a PARTICIPLE CLAUSE)  Scenic landscape in Trang An________________________________________________. 83. To go to the city centre, you can take the bus near your residential area or this 501 bus. (Rewrite the sentence using EITHER)  To go____________________________________________________________________. 84. He is a bit nervous as he is to take his driving test tomorrow. (Rewrite the sentence using BE)  He is______________________________________________________________________. 85. Cristiano Ronaldo started to play for Al Nassr in early 2023, nearly one year ago. (Rewrite the sentence using FUTURE PERFECT)  By the end of January 2024, Cristiano Ronaldo_____________________________________. 20