I. Find the word which has a different sound in the part underlined.

Question 1.  

A. society           B. sociable             C. groceries                 D. finance

Question 2. 

A. intestine        B. mind                  C. spine                       D. reliable

II. Choose the word which has s different stress pattern from the others

Question 3. 

A. breadwinner       B. homemaker             C. washing-up             D. equally

Question 4. 

A. oxygenate          B. ability                     C. complicated            D. regularly

III. Fill in each blank with the correct word/ phrase from the box

headache         share               fever                heavy lifting                 sneeze

hurts                nurture            groceries         toothache                     homemaker

Question 5.  If your partner has agreed to buy the                , you might plan the week’s meals and make the shopping list.

Question 6.  We should pay attention to the conditions that             and strengthen early childhood development and health across the life course.

Question 7.  Past studies have shown that couples who           household chores report feeling happier overall.

Question 8.  I have watched my husband and children take over much of my role as a               .

Question 9.  Men and boys do most of the                in the family.

Question 10.  Have you got a tissue? I think I’m going to            .

Question 11.  I played tennis for two hours yesterday and now my arm            .

Question 12.  My daughter feels very hot. I think she’s got a                .

Question 13.  My mouth really hurts because I’ve got            .

Question 14.  Can you turn the music down please because I’ve got a (an)             .

IV. Fill in the blank with the appropriate form of the word in brackets.

Question 15.   A mother’s love can be as                  as breastfeeding. (benefit)

Question 16.  In the traditional Japanese family system, the entire estate of the family, and the             assets are transferred from the father to the eldest son. (finance)

Question 17.  Mrs. White spoke              of her husband because he didn’t share anything with household chores. (criticize)

Question 18.  My aunt works               hard to support her family because her husband died in a car accident a year ago. (enormous)

Question 19.  When we have some trouble in our family, we should have family meetings to work out a            . (solve)

V. Fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs in brackets.

Question 20. Ms. Lan is not in the office today. She (work)            at home today.

Question 21. Don’t forget your umbrella. It (rain)                again.

Question 22. In Viet Nam, children (look)           after their old parents.

Question 23. Can I look at the newspaper now? (you/ read)               it?

Question 24. Can I phone you back? We (have)            dinner.

VI. Choose the word or phrase among A, B, C or D that best fits the blank space in the following passage.

Working Mothers

In the United States today, more than half of mothers with young children work, compared to about one third in the 1970s. Women have been moving into the workplace not only for career (25)           but also for the income.

In many families today, mothers continue to work because they have careers that they have spent years developing. Some women (26)            to work soon after giving birth because they know that most employers are not sympathetic to working mothers who wish to take time off to be with their young children.

Some people still think that a “good mother” is one who (27)          work to stay at home with their children. However, no scientific evidence says children are harmed when their mothers work. A child who is emotionally well adjusted, well loved, and well cared for will thrive regardless of whether the mother works outside the home.

In most families with working mothers, each person (28)          a more active role in the household. The children tend to look at one another and help in other ways. The father as a (29)            is more likely to help with household chores and child rearing. These positive outcomes are most likely when the working mother feels valued and supported by family, friends and coworkers.

Question 25.

A. enjoy               B. satisfy                     C. satisfaction             D. pleasant

Question 26.

A. return              B. turn                         C. happen again          D. exchange

Question 27.

A. gives up           B. stops                       C. ends                        D. puts up

Question 28.

A. plays                B. does                        C. makes                     D. takes

Question 29.

A. bread               B. breadwinning         C. breadstick               D. breadwinner

VII. Read the passage, and choose the correct answer A, B, C or D for each question.

Reflexology is a natural treatment dating to ancient times. It is based on the idea that there are zones, or areas, in the feet and hands that are related to other parts and systems of the body. For example, the tips of the toes or fingers are related to head and neck, and the ball of the foot is related to the heart and chest. A reflexologist applies pressure to specific areas in a patient’s feet and hands to relieve symptoms or pain in other related areas.

This type of treatment does not cure or diagnose specific health problem, and it does not involve any medication. Yet many find that it successfully relieves symptoms of stress and disease. Reflexology is effective for pain, headaches, and sleeping difficulties, among other ailments. Applying pressure to the feet and hands relieves tension, improves blood circulation, and relaxes muscles. It promotes the natural, healthy functions and well-being of the entire body. Reflexology is often used along with other types of treatments, including conventional medicine.

This gentle therapy is safe and simple. A reflexologist’s only tools are his or her hands. Pressure is strong, but not uncomfortable. It’s not uncommon for patients to fall asleep during treatments.

A typical treatment session lasts one hour. Treatment is usually focused on the feet for most of the session. A patient is asked to remove his or her shoes and socks, to sit in a comfortable reclining chair, and then to relax as the reflexologist warms the patient’s feet with his or her hands and applies pressure to the appropriate parts of the foot. The last ten minutes of the session are dedicated to the hands.

After relieving specific problems, many patients continue a regular programme of treatment to maintain good health. Some reflexologists suggest building at least a five – minute reflexology session into every day for long – term relief of stress and pain.

Question 30. Reflexology is a natural treatment which is based on the idea that.......................

A. there are zones or areas in the feet and hands that are related to any parts of the body

B. the pressure in certain areas in the feet and hands will affect other parts of the body

C. we can apply pressure to specific areas in a patient’s feet and hands to cure diseases

D. pressure on the ball of the foot can cure heart diseases and chest pain

Question 31. All of the following may be the benefits of reflexology EXCEPT...................

A. giving up using other conventional treatments

B. improving blood circulation

C. relieving tension, pain, sleepless

D. relaxing muscles

Question 32. Reflexology offers the therapy that is...............

A. simple and uncomfortable

B. gentle and uncomfortable

C. safe and comfortable

D. too strong but safe

Question 33. In a typical session of reflexology, about .............. is spent on the feet.

A. one hour

B. fifty minutes

C. ten minutes

D. half the time