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2 Question13. There is a long list of ____________ species in Vietnam that need urgent protection. A. danger B. dangerous C. endangered D. dangerously Question 14: Mai: “To turn your iPhone on, press and hold the side button until the Apple logo appears on the screen. ____________” Hoa: “I see.” A. Got it? B. Spot on! C. That’s right? D. Is this it? Question 15. He tried to ___________ by teaching French in Harvard College. A. make a progress B. earn a living C. do a job D. earn a living Circle the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the best arrangement of utterances or sentences to make a meaningful exchange. Question16. a. Alex: Same here. That last question was brutal. b. Alex: Hey, how was your exam? c. Jamie: I just hope I passed! d. Jamie: It was tough! I barely finished on time. A. a-b-c-d B. b-d-a-c C. a-d-c-b D. b-d-c-a Circle the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions. Question 17. Self-guided tours cost people more time and effort, but it is usually cheaper than package A B C tours. D Question 18. The doctor recommended that she takes vitamins to improve her overall health. A B C D PART B. READING (3.0 points) I. Read the following passage and circle the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks. (1.25 points) Ayers Rock, which was found for the first time by European explorers in 1873, is a famous landmark (1)
3 _____________the desert of central Australia. The original inhabitants of this part of Australia, the Aborigines, call it Uluru. It is 348 metres high, 3.6 kilometres long and 1.9 kilometres wide. It is a beautiful red-brown colour, especially when the sun (2) _____________on it early in the morning and in the evening. When tourists want (3) _____________ Uluru, they often start 440 kilometres away in a town called Alice Springs. People on these trips usually sleep outside under the stars, not in tents (4) _____________it's more exciting. A fire keeps away snakes and (5) ______________ animals during the night. And when the sun comes up in the morning, the view of Uluru is amazing. After breakfast, visitors often walk around the base of the rock. There are caves around the base of the rock and inside them you can see paintings. Some of them are thousands of years old. Question 1. A. next B. in C. front D. for Question 2. A. look B. watch C. sits D. shines Question 3. A. visit B. visited C. visiting D. to visit Question 4. A. because B. moreover C. such D. however Question 5. A. another B. other C. an D. any II. 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 Evolution of Messaging Services Messaging services have transformed the way people communicate, making instant communication possible across the globe. From early SMS texting to modern instant messaging apps like WhatsApp, Telegram, and Messenger, these services have become essential in daily life. They allow users to send text messages, images, videos, and even make voice or video calls. One of the major advantages of messaging services is their convenience. Unlike emails, which may require formal language and structure, messaging apps allow for quick, casual conversations. Many services also offer features like group chats, encryption for security, and the ability to share documents, making them useful for both personal and professional communication. However, messaging services also come with some challenges. Users may experience privacy concerns, as some platforms collect user data. Additionally, the ease of instant messaging can sometimes lead to miscommunication, as tone and intent may not always be clear. The overuse of these apps can also reduce face-to-face interactions, affecting social skills and relationships. Despite these concerns, messaging services continue to evolve, incorporating artificial intelligence, chatbots, and better security measures. As technology advances, these services will likely become even more efficient and user-friendly, shaping the future of digital communication. Question 1. What is the main topic of the passage? A. The history of email communication B. The evolution and impact of messaging services
4 C. The benefits of face-to-face communication D. The development of voice calling technology Question 2. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a feature of messaging services? A. The ability to send images and videos B. The requirement of formal language C. The use of encryption for security D. The ability to create group chats Question 3. The word "challenges" in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to ___________. A. Problems B. Advantages C. Features D. Solutions Question 4. The word "evolve" in paragraph 3 is opposite in meaning to ___________. A. develop B. expand C. decrease D. enlarge Question 5. Why are messaging services considered convenient? A. They require formal language B. They allow for quick and casual communication C. They discourage group discussions D. They replace all face-to-face conversations Question 6. What is one potential downside of messaging services? A. They are not widely used B. They do not support media sharing C. They can lead to privacy concerns D. They eliminate the need for emails Question 7. How might messaging services improve in the future? A. By eliminating video call features B. By incorporating AI and better security measures C. By removing encryption for faster messaging D. By making communication more complex PART C. WRITING (2.5 points) I. Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means the same as the sentence printed before it. (1.5 points) Question 1. It’s a pity I can’t cook as well as my mom. I wish I could cook as well as my mom. Question 2. The last time our children visited Disneyland was in 2022. Our children have not visited Disneyland since 2022. Question 3. “Are you excited about your trip to Iguazu Falls next week?” he wanted to know. He wanted to know if/ whether I was excited about my trip to Iguazu Falls the next week/ the following week. Question 4. If people use public transport more frequently, there will be less traffic congestion. The more frequently people use public transport, the less traffic congestion there will be. Question 5. The dancers were so passionate that the audience was moved by their performance. They are such passionate dancers that the audience was moved by their performance. Question 6. We stayed in a magnificent hotel on our holiday in Da Lat.