PRACTICE TEST 13

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THỬ SỨC TRƯỚC KỲ THI
QUỐC GIA NĂM 2015
ĐỀ SỐ 25
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the rest in the
position of the main stress in each of the following questions.
Question 1. A. disorder
B. description
C. threatening
D. linguistics
Question 2. A. hazardous B. prosperous
C. dangerous
D. courageous
Question 3. A. property
B. nitrogen
C. surgery
D. furthermore
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 4. A. celebration B. celebrity
C. celebrate
D. ceremony
Question 5. A. confine
B. conceal
C. convention
D. concentrate
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underline part that needs correcting.
Question 6. We call her as ‘Auntie Flo’, though she is not really any relation to us.
A. any
B. though
C. as
D. to us
Question 7. A light year is the distance that light travels in one year calculated by using the speed of
186,284 miles the second as a base.
A. travels
B. the
C. calculated
D. distance
Question 8. A 1971 U.S government policy not only put warnings on cigarette packs but
also ban television advertising of cigarettes.
A. ban
B. advertising
C. government
D. warnings
Question 9. Louis Braille designed a form of communication enabling people to convey and preserve their
thoughts to incorporate a series of dots which were read by the finger tips.
A. enabling
B. were read
C. to convey
D. to incorporate
Question 10. Marta being chosen as the most outstanding student of her campus made her parents very
happy.
A. most outstanding
B. Marta
C. made her parents
D. chosen
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions.
Question 11. The population of India is already nearly ___________ China’s, and with its much higher
birth-rate, will almost certainly become the world’s ___________ populous country within this century.
A. so large as – so
B. large enough – more C. as large as – most
D. too large for – very
Question 12. A ___________ of dancers from Beijing is one of the leading attractions in the festival.
A. packet
B. herd
C. troop
D. troupe
Question 13. Some of our volunteers would ___________ for teachers in the event of a strike.
A. act up
B. fit in
C. fill in
D. work out
Question 14. I applied for the job ___________ the off chance, but I didn't seriously expect to get it.
A. with
B. on
C. by
D. for
Question 15. I couldn’t understand what made them all ___________ at the reception.
A. sound so formal
B. sound so formally
C. sounding very formally
D. to sound so formal
Question 16. In Europe ___________ people are getting married these days and ___________ people are
living together outside marriage.
A. so many – less
B. such a lot of – such many
C. too many – so a lot of
D. far fewer – more
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Question 17. The company had sent the advertisement to the newspaper when they realized they’d
mistyped the salary they were offering for the position.Luckily, they ___________ the newspaper to correct
their mistake before they printed it.
A. were able to ask
B. might have asked
C. could have asked
D. must have asked
Question 18. They agreed to the changes _______________ that they would be introduced gradually.
A. with the conditions
B. by the comprehension
C. for the interpretation
D. on the understanding
Question 19. The robbers packed the diamonds into a suitcase and ___________ in a van that waited for
them in the street.
A. rolled over
B. made off
C. carried away
D. put through
Question 20. It seems that you have to cope with the stresses and strains of the job, ___________?
A. doesn’t it
B. don’t you
C. isn’t it
D. haven’t you
Question 21. The wine ___________ for dinner last night really had a delicious fruity flavor.
A. we had
B. which we had it
C. we had it
D. that had
Question 22. Nowadays, quite a few internet courses can offer an effective ___________ to classroom
teaching.
A. alternating
B. alternative
C. alternatively
D. alternation
Question 23. Deep sea diving should always be carried out in pairs. In this way, another source of oxygen
is available ___________ one system fails.
A. only when
B. as if
C. otherwise
D. in case
Question 24. Well, if I ___________it several times, I might still believe he has good intentions.
A. hadn’t heard Dino to be saying
B. heard not Dino as saying
C. didn’t hear Dino say
D. hadn’t heard Dino say
Question 25. This is Mrs. Belinda ___________ book the chapters were prepared and edited perfectly.
A. in whose
B. in which
C. whose
D. from whose
Question 26. Police are warning the public to be on the ___________ for suspicious packages.
A. guard
B. care
C. alert
D. alarm
Question 27. Peter: “Do you mind if I put the television on?”
Susan: “___________.”
A. No, not in the least
B. Not mention it.
C. You are welcome
D. It’s no matter to me
Question 28. Most of us found the Mayor’s idea ___________ their own candidates for royal honors a
little awkward, but he was right, of course.
A. to let the local people for nominating
B. of having the local people to nominate
C. of getting the local people nominate
D. of having the local people nominate
Question 29. If you refuse to do it, the bosses will have no difficulty ___________ the job.
A. getting one of those ambitious young men do
B. to get one of those ambitious young men to do
C. with getting one of those ambitious young men do
D. in getting one of those ambitious young men to do
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in
meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.
Question 30:. Stacy couldn’t stand it anymore. She decided to speak her mind.
A. say exactly what she thought
B. say a few words
C. have a chat
D. make up her mind
Question 31: Before submitting the document, I had to check whether all the sources of information
are valid.
A. available
B. legitimate
C. understandable
D. clear
Question 32: You should keep an eye out for that!
A. look at
B. take care of
C. maintain awareness of D. control
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in
meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.
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Question 33: Teachers are still getting used to the latest upheavals in the education system.
A. alterations
B. stagnation
C. disruptions
D. inappropriateness
Question 34: Tired of being a tiny cog in a vast machine, he handed in his resignation.
A. an important person
B. a large piece of equipment
C. a small group of people
D. a significant instrument
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best
option for each of the blanks.
The joys and tribulations of being a pet owner! During our lifetime most of us have some experience
of either owning a pet or being in (35) ___________contact with someone who does. Is there such a thing
as “the ideal pet”? If so, what characterizes the ideal pet? Various (36) ___________ influence one’s choice
of pet, from your reasons for getting a pet to your lifestyle. For example, although quite (37) ___________
pets are relatively cheap to buy, the cost of upkeep can be considerable. Everything must be (38)
___________ into account, from food and bedding, to vaccinations and veterinary bills. You must be
prepared to (39) ___________ time on your pet, which involves shopping for it, cleaning and feeding it.
Pets can be demanding and a big responsibility. Are you prepared to exercise and (40) ___________ an
animal or do you prefer a more independent pet? How much spare room do you have? Is it right to lock an
energetic animal into a detained space? Do you live near a busy road which may threaten the life of your
pet? Pets (41) ___________ as turtles and goldfish can be cheap and convenient, but if you prefer
affectionate pets, a friendly cat or dog would be more (42) ___________. People get pets for a number of
reasons, (43) ___________ com¬pany, security or to teach responsibility to children. Pets can be
affectionate and loyal and an excellent source of company as long as you know what pet (44) ___________
you and your lifestyle.
Question 35. A. tight
B. near
C. narrow
D. close
Question 36. A. elements B. factors
C. points
D. facets
Question 37. A. a many
B. a lot
C. a few
D. a bit
Question 38. A. taken
B. considering
C. held
D. kept
Question 39. A. take
B. waste
C. spend
D. occupy
Question 40. A. housetrain B. household
C. housework
D. housekeep
Question 41. A. for
B. so
C. much
D. such
Question 42. A. appropriate B. likely
C. comfortable
D. close-knit
Question 43. A. for
B. with
C. in
D. by
Question 44. A. suits
B. matches
C. fits with
D. attaches to
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.
A fold culture is small, isolated, cohesive, conservative, nearly self-sufficient group that
is homogeneous in custom and race, with a strong family or clan structure and highly developed rituals.
Order is maintained through sanctions based in the religion or family, and interpersonal relationships are
strong. Tradition is paramount, and change comes infrequently and slowly. There is relatively little division
of labor into specialized duties. Rather, each person is expected to perform a great variety of tasks, though
duties may differ between the sexes. Most goods are handmade, and a subsistence economy prevails.
Individualism is weakly developed in folk cultures, as are social classes. Unaltered folk cultures no longer
exist in industrialized countries such as the United States and Canada. Perhaps the nearest modern
equivalent in Anglo-America is the Amish, a German American farming sect that largely renounces the
products and labor saving devices of the industrial age. In Amish areas, horse-drawn buggies till serve as
a local transportation device, and the faithful are not permitted to own automobiles. The Amish’s central
religious concept of Demut, “humility”, clearly reflects the weakness of individualism and social class so
typical of folk cultures, and there is a corresponding strength of Amish group identity. Rarely do the Amish
marry outside their sect. The religion, a variety of the Mennonite faith, provides the principal mechanism
for maintaining order.
By contrast, a popular culture is a large heterogeneous group, often highly individualistic and
constantly changing. Relationships tend to be impersonal, and a pronounced division of labor exists,
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leading to the establishment of many specialized professions. Secular institutions, of control such as the
police and army take the place of religion and family in maintaining order, and a money-based
economy prevails . Because of these contrasts, “popular” may be viewed as clearly different from “folk”.
The popular is replacing the folk in industrialized countries and in many developing nations, Folkmade objects give way to their popular equivalent, usually because the popular item is more quickly or
cheaply produced, is easier or time saving to use, or lends more prestige to the owner.
Question 45. What does the passage mainly discuss?
A. Two decades in modern society
B. The specialization of labor in Canada and the United States
C. The influence of industrial technology
D. The characteristics of “folk” and “popular” societies
Question 46. The word “homogeneous” is closest in meaning to _____.
A. primitive
B. uniform
C. traditional
D. general
Question 47. Which of the following is typical of folk cultures?
A. Social change occurs slowly
B. There is a money-based economy.
C. Each person develops one specialized skill.
D. Contact with other cultures is encouraged.
Question 48. What does the author imply about the United States and Canada?
A. They do not value individualism.
B. They have no social classes.
C. They value folk cultures.
D. They have popular cultures.
Question 49. The phrase “largely renounces” is closest in meaning to _____.
A. generally rejects
B. loudly declares
C. often criticizes
D. greatly modifies
Question 50. What is the main source of order in Amish society?
A. The government
B. The economy
C. The religion
D. The clan structure
Question 51. Which of the following statements about Amish beliefs does the passage support?
A. People are defined according to their class.
B. Individualism and competition are important.
C. Pre-modern technology is preferred.
D. A variety of religious practices is tolerated.
Question 52. Which of the following would probably NOT be found in a folk culture?
A. A banker
B. A farmer
C. A weaver
D. A carpenter
Question 53. The word “prevails” is closest in meaning to _____.
A. develops
B. invests
C. dominates
D. provides
Question 54. Which of following is NOT given as a reason why folk-made objects are replaced by massproduced objects?
A. cost
B. convenience
C. prestige
D. quality
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.
The Battle of Chancellorsville
The Battle of Chancellorsville, one of the most famous battles of the Civil War, took place in
Virginia in the spring of 1863. For months, the two armies had been staked out on opposite banks of a
narrow river. The Confederate troops were led by perhaps the most revered military tactician in American
history, General Robert E. Lee. The Union soldiers were led by "Fighting" Joe Hooker.
In appearance, personality, and lifestyle, these men were nearly perfect opposites. Lee, an older
man in poor health with a gray beard, had a somber, measured demeanor. Hooker was a blond, strapping
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young man whose vanity over his appearance was but one aspect of his egotism. Whereas Lee
was devout and principled, Hooker was known for his rollicking enjoyment of both women and whiskey.
Despite the fact that the Confederacy had won the last four major battles and the Union soldiers
were famished, exhausted, and demoralized, Hooker proclaimed, "My plans are perfect. And when I start
to carry them out, may God have mercy on Bobby Lee, for I shall have none." Why, aside from
a propensity for narcissism, was Hooker so confident?
Hooker had used spies, analysts, and even hot air balloons to compile a vast amount of intelligence
about Lee’s army. He had discerned, for example, that Lee had only 61,000 men to Hooker’s own
134,000. Buoyed by his superior numbers, Hooker covertly moved 70,000 of his men fifteen miles up and
across the river, and then ordered them to sneak back down to position themselves behind Lee’s army. In
effect, Hooker had cut off the Confederate soldiers in front and behind. They were trapped. Satisfied with
his advantage, Hooker became convinced that Lee’s only option was to retreat to Richmond, thus assuring
a Union victory.
Yet Lee, despite his disadvantages of both numbers and position, did not retreat. Instead, he moved
his troops into position to attack. Union soldiers who tried to warn Hooker that Lee was on the offensive
were dismissed as cowards. Having become convinced that Lee had no choice but to retreat, Hooker began
to ignore reality. When Lee’s army attacked the Union soldiers at 5:00 p.m., they were eating supper,
completely unprepared for battle. They abandoned their rifles and fled as Lee’s troops came shrieking out
of the brush, bayonets drawn. Against all odds, Lee won the Battle of Chancellorsville, and Hooker’s forces
withdrew in defeat.
Question 55. Based on information in the text, it can be concluded that Hooker lost the Battle of
Chancellorsville mostly because of his
A. ignorance
B. overconfidence
C. vanity
D. faulty information
Question 56. The contrast drawn between Lee and Hooker in paragraph 2 is intended to
A. prove that two men with very different values could end up in similar positions of power
B. provide support for the idea that Lee was a more virtuous person than Hooker, and therefore a better
military commander
C. imply that these men fundamentally differed in their approaches to nearly everything, including battle
D. showcase the different backgrounds and personal histories of these two enemy soldiers
Question 57. In paragraph 3, the author quotes Hooker as saying, “My plans are perfect. And when I start
to carry them out, may God have mercy on Bobby Lee, for I shall have none.” The author most likely
includes this quote in order to
A. provide an example of the way language has changed since 1863
B. foreshadow Hooker’s defeat at the hands of Lee’s army
C. reveal that Hooker was a deeply religious man in spite of his lifestyle
D. demonstrate Hooker’s belief in his own infallibility
Question 58. Based on its use in paragraph 3, it can be inferred that the word propensity belongs to which
of the following word groups?
A. tendency, inclination, predisposition
B. distaste, aversion, dissatisfaction
C. flaw, fault, shortcoming
D. fondness, partiality, affection
Question 59. How many men did Hooker position behind Lee's army?
A. 134,000
B. 61,000
C. 73,000
D. 70,000
Question 60. As used in paragraph 4, buoyed most nearly means
A. heartened
B. floated
C. anchored
D. strengthened
Question 61. According to the author, Hooker’s advantages going into the Battle of Chancellorsville
included
A. numbers and position only
B. position only
C. numbers, position and strategy
D. position and strategy only
Question 62. As used in paragraph 4, buoyed most nearly means
A. vivid details
B. specific examples
C. sensory words
D. dialogue
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Question 63. If this passage were to continue, which of the following would most likely be the first
sentence of the next paragraph?
A. Upon returning to camp, the triumphant Lee immediately ordered for supplies to be brought up and
provisions made for a raucous victory celebration
B. Wounded in both body and spirit, Hooker and his severely diminished forces retreated to higher
ground where they proceeded to reload their weapons and prepare for a counter attack.
C. In all his days of fighting, Hooker had never been met with such surprise and opposition; he took to
solemn contemplation of the events that had transpired as well as the lessons he might learn from them.
D. Not one to gloat over his success, Lee remarked that the victory had been the product of valiant
fighting and good luck, as he began to map out strategies for their next move.
Question 64. The word “devout” is closest in meaning to
A. passive
B. committed
C. delight
D. diligent
WRITING (THÍ SINH LÀM PHẦN NÀY VÀO MẶT SAU CỦA PHIẾU TRẮC NGHIỆM)
Part I. Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means the same as the sentence
printed before it.
Question 65: Mosquitoes cause malaria and this is well-known.
→ That……………………………………………………………………………………………………….
Question 66: It is better to wear out than rust out.
→ To rush out………………………………………………………………………………………………..
Question 67: ‘So sorry! I made a mistake” DVH said to his students.
→ DVH apologized………………………………………………………………………………………….
Question 68: The house seemed to have been unoccupied for several years.
→ It looked…………………………………………………………………………………………………..
Question 69: “If you don’t take it easy, you’ll have another heart attack” the doctor said to the patient.
→ The doctor warned the patient……………………………………………………………………………
Part II. In about 140 words, write a paragraph about a festival in your country.
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