1. Choose 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. (0.5 pt)

(Chọn chữ cái A, B, C hoặc D để chỉ từ khác với ba từ còn lại ở vị trí trọng âm chính trong mỗi câu hỏi sau. (0,5 điểm))

1. A. tourist                             B. suburb                                 C. metro                                    D. outdoors

2. A. priority                           B. competition                        C. electrician                               D. entertainment 

2. Choose 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. (0.5 pt)

(Chọn chữ cái A, B, C hoặc D để chỉ từ có phần gạch chân khác với ba từ còn lại về cách phát âm trong mỗi câu hỏi sau. (0,5 điểm))

3. A. better                              B. elegant                                C. speciality                                 D. congested

4. A. country                           B. council                               C. countable                                D. mountain

3. Choose the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. (2.5 pts)

(Chọn chữ cái A, B, C hoặc D để đưa ra câu trả lời đúng cho mỗi câu hỏi sau. (2,5 điểm))

5. If you train harder in three months, you _____ run a marathon.

A. must                                   B. might not                            C. can                                      D. should not

6. The longer the talk about the matter is, _____.

A. the situation seems worse                                                  B. the worse seem the situation

C. the worse the situation seems                                            D. the situation seems the worse

7. There is a big _____ site near my house, so it’s very noisy.

A. construction                       B. construct                             C. constructing                D. constructed

8. The committee has _____ a survey of parking problems in residential areas.

A. cut down                            B. come around                       C. worked out                               D. carried out

9. Altdorf is a _____ city with a huge number of foreigners, traders, adventurers, etc.

A. quiet                                   B. peaceful                              C. bustling                                   D. tranquil

10. The facilities which are available to everybody in an area like parks, schools, shopping centres, etc. are public _____.

A. services                              B. amenities                            C. features                                   D. offices

11. We’d better get an _____ to check the wiring before we start decorating.

A. engineer                             B. architect                             C. electrician                               D. artist

12. The government _____ their objective of reducing violent crime.

A. succeeded                           B. managed                             C. accomplished              D. got

13. Our teacher agreed to extend the _____ by two weeks.

A. finish                                  B. deadline                              C. limit                                    D. allotment

14. Their house is within easy reach of schools and sports _____.

A. facilities                             B. means                                 C. systems                                   D. tools

4. Choose the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following questions. (0.5 pt)

(Chọn chữ cái A, B, C hoặc D để chỉ từ GẦN NHẤT về nghĩa với từ được gạch chân trong mỗi câu hỏi sau. (0,5 điểm))

15. Peter was always optimistic, even when things were at their worst.

A. negative                             B. positive                               C. pessimistic                              D. gloomy

16. You need a good level of physical fitness for this sport.

A. natural                                B. real                                     C. mental                                    D. bodily

5. Choose the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following questions. (0.5 pt)

(Chọn chữ cái A, B, C hoặc D để chỉ từ TRÁI NGHĨA với từ được gạch chân trong mỗi câu hỏi sau. (0,5 điểm))

17. People once went into local government because they cared about public amenities and service.

A. private                                B. common                             C. popular                                     D. shared

18. Every effort will be made to minimise inconvenience to customers while work is in progress.

A. optimise                             B. decrease                              C. reduce                                    D. maximise

6. Choose the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the option that best completes each of the following exchanges. (0.5 pt)

(Chọn chữ cái A, B, C hoặc D để chỉ ra phương án hoàn thành tốt nhất mỗi hội thoại sau đây. (0,5 điểm))

19. - May I give you a hand?

- _____.

A. Yes, I’d love to.

B. Thank you. You are so kind.

C. Yes, give me.

D. I’m not sure.

20. - Could you help me move this table, please?

- _____.

A. I promise.

B. No, not yet.

C. Sure, I’d be glad to help.

D. You’re welcome!

7. Read the following passage and choose the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions. (1.25 pts)

(Đọc đoạn văn sau và chọn chữ cái A, B, C hoặc D để đưa ra câu trả lời đúng cho mỗi câu hỏi. (1,25 điểm))

London, the capital city of England and the United Kingdom, is situated on the River Thames, which meanders through the city. It is renowned for its numerous bridges. Among the bridges, the oldest one is London Bridge, which was originally built of wood but reconstructed in stone in 1217. However, the most unique bridge is Tower Bridge, which was designed to blend in with the nearby Tower of London.

London is a thriving commercial and cultural centre with many significant financial organisations such as the Bank of England and the London Stock Exchange. They are located in the area called the City. Docklands, the former port in east London, has been redeveloped as a business centre. The West End boasts theatres, cinemas, museums, and stores. Due to the high cost of housing near the city centre, many people working in London prefer to live in the suburbs and commute to work by train or bus. London’s transportation system is well-connected, with various modes of transportation available, including the red London buses, black taxi cabs, and the London Underground, commonly known as ‘the Tube’!

London is now a cosmopolitan, multicultural city which has attracted people from around the globe. Although some people from other parts of Britain view it as very noisy and dirty, many others visit London only for the ‘bright lights’ - the theatres round Shaftesbury Avenue or the shops of Oxford Street. People also take their children to visit Buckingham Palace, where the royal family lives, and the clock tower, from which Big Ben tolls the hour. Young people, on the other hand, are lured to the pubs and comedy clubs of Covent Garden, live music concerts, and the stalls of Camden market.

Tạm dịch bài đọc:

Luân Đôn, thủ đô của Anh và Vương quốc Anh, nằm trên sông Thames, uốn khúc qua thành phố. Nó nổi tiếng với nhiều cây cầu. Trong số các cây cầu, cây cầu cổ nhất là Cầu London, ban đầu được xây bằng gỗ nhưng được xây dựng lại bằng đá vào năm 1217. Tuy nhiên, cây cầu độc đáo nhất là Cầu Tháp, được thiết kế để hòa hợp với Tháp London gần đó.

London là một trung tâm thương mại và văn hóa thịnh vượng với nhiều tổ chức tài chính quan trọng như Ngân hàng Anh và Sở giao dịch chứng khoán London. Chúng nằm trong khu vực được gọi là The City. Docklands, cảng cũ ở phía đông London, đã được tái phát triển thành trung tâm thương mại. West End tự hào có nhà hát, rạp chiếu phim, bảo tàng và cửa hàng. Do chi phí nhà ở gần trung tâm thành phố cao, nhiều người làm việc ở London thích sống ở vùng ngoại ô và đi làm bằng tàu hỏa hoặc xe buýt. Hệ thống giao thông của London được kết nối tốt với nhiều phương thức vận chuyển khác nhau, bao gồm xe buýt London màu đỏ, taxi màu đen và Tàu điện ngầm London, thường được gọi là ‘the Tube’!

London hiện là một thành phố quốc tế, đa văn hóa, thu hút mọi người từ khắp nơi trên thế giới. Mặc dù một số người từ các vùng khác của nước Anh coi thành phố này rất ồn ào và bẩn thỉu, nhưng nhiều người khác đến thăm London chỉ vì ‘những ánh đèn rực rỡ’ - những nhà hát quanh Đại lộ Shaftesbury hoặc các cửa hàng trên Phố Oxford. Mọi người cũng đưa con cái đến thăm Cung điện Buckingham, nơi gia đình hoàng gia sinh sống và tháp đồng hồ, nơi Big Ben rung chuông. Mặt khác, giới trẻ bị thu hút đến các quán rượu và câu lạc bộ hài kịch ở Covent Garden, các buổi hòa nhạc trực tiếp và các quầy hàng ở chợ Camden.

21. What was designed to blend in with the nearby Tower of London?

A. London Bridge.

B. Bank of England.

C. Tower Bridge.

D. Big Ben.

22. Which area of London is known for its many important financial institutions?

A. Docklands.

B. West End.

C. The City.

D. Covent Garden.

23. What is the main reason why many people who work in London commute from the suburbs?

A. Better housing options in the city centre.

B. Better schools for their children in the suburbs.

C. Cheaper cost of living in the city centre.

D. Expensive property prices near the city centre.

24. What does the pronoun “it” in paragraph 3 refer to?

A. the globe

B. the Tube

C. London

D. the theatre

25. Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?

A. London is a thriving commercial and cultural centre.

B. The Bank of England and the London Stock Exchange are in the West End.

C. The West End is home to many theatres, cinemas, museums, and shops.

D. Young people are attracted to the pubs and comedy clubs of Covent Garden.

8. Read the following passage and choose the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word that best fits each of the numbered blanks. (1.25 pts)

(Đọc đoạn văn sau và chọn chữ cái A, B, C hoặc D để đưa ra từ đúng phù hợp nhất với mỗi chỗ trống được đánh số. (1,25 điểm))

Millbrook

I live in a small town of Millbrook in the rolling hills of upstate New York. It is a (26) _____ community of just over 1,500 residents. Despite its small size, Millbrook has a rich history and vibrant cultural scene (27) _____ numerous galleries, restaurants, and boutiques on its charming Main Street. It is home to a diverse range of residents, from young families to retirees, and boasts a strong sense of community (28) _____. Every year, residents come together for events like the Millbrook Farmers Market and the Millbrook Literary Festival, which (29) _____ the town’s agricultural heritage and literary tradition. In spite of its rural setting, Millbrook is well-connected to nearby cities like Poughkeepsie and New York City, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking (30) _____ peaceful retreat from urban life. Overall, Millbrook is a warm and welcoming community with a strong sense of place and identity.

26. A. liveable                        B. living                                  C. live                                     D. life

27. A. for                                 B. without                               C. with                                    D. of

28. A. mood                            B. attitude                               C. soul                                     D. spirit

29. A. welcome                       B. celebrate                             C. mention                                   D. discuss

30. A. a                                   B. the                                      C. an                                       D. Ø

9. Choose the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions. (0.5pt)

(Chọn chữ cái A, B, C hoặc D để chỉ ra phần gạch chân cần sửa trong mỗi câu hỏi sau. (0,5 điểm))

31. The bigger the city is, the more noisy it is.

A. The

B. the

C. the more noisy

D. is

32. They had to teach her how she constructed a logical argument.

A. had to

B. teach her

C. she constructed

D. logical argument

10. Choose the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the following questions. (1.0 pt)

(Chọn chữ cái A, B, C hoặc D để đưa ra câu gần nghĩa nhất với mỗi câu hỏi sau. (1,0 điểm))

33. I cannot run a marathon if I don’t train very hard.

A. I cannot run a marathon although I train very hard.

B. I train very hard, and I can run a marathon now.

C. Unless I train very hard, I cannot run a marathon.

D. I will train very hard unless I can run a marathon.

34. Mike used to pass these skills down to his son.

A. Mike used to be taught these skills by his son.

B. Mike used to teach these skills to his son.

C. These skills used to be taught by his son.

D. These skills were passed through generations.

35. You should wear your coat, or you may catch a cold.

A. If you don’t wear your coat, you may catch a cold.

B. Unless you wear your coat, you may not catch a cold.

C. You may wear a coat if you don’t catch a cold.

D. You may catch a cold even though you wear your coat.

36. That song reminds me of our first date.

A. I heard that song on the first date.

B. I composed a song on our first date.

C. Our first date brings back the memory of that song.

D. That song makes me remember our first date.

11. Choose the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the sentence that is best written from the words/phrases given. (1.0 pt)

(Chọn chữ cái A, B, C hoặc D để đưa ra câu được viết đúng nhất từ các từ/ cụm từ đã cho. (1,0 điểm))

37. more / developed / a city / be / more / food / people / throw away.

A. The more developed a city is, the more food people throw away.

B. More developed a city is, more food people will throw away.

C. The more developed a city is, more food people throw away.

D. More developed a city is, the more food people throw away.

38. doctor / advise / cut down / his / drinking.

A. The doctor advised him to cut down in his drinking.

B. The doctor has advised him cutting down on his drinking.

C. The doctor has advised him to cut down in his drinking.

D. The doctor advised him to cut down on his drinking.

39. staff / discuss / what / do / case / emergency.

A. The staff is discussing what is doing in the case of emergency.

B. The staff were discussing what they did in case of emergency.

C. The staff are discussing what to do in case of emergency.

D. The staff was discussing what to do in the case of emergency.

40. you / get / good job / if / you / good / English / and / IT

A. You must get a good job if you are good for English and IT.

B. You can get good job if you do good at English and IT.

C. You may get a good job if you are good at English and IT.

D. You should get a good job if you can be good at English and IT.