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PRACTICE TEST 15 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. compose B. freedom C. household D. remote Question 2. A. nominated B. behaved C. damaged D. captured 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. solid B. standard C. typhoon D. creature Question 4. A. rivalry B. institute C. government D. correspond Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. Question 5. Shop assistant: “Would you please wait a few minutes?” Customer: “..........” A. Of course, I wouldn’t. B. Not at all. I have waited. C. No, thanks. I need a few minutes. D. No worries. I’m in no rush. Question 6. The team leader was disappointed ........... the performance of the team. A. on B. at C. for D. in Question 7. Don’t ........... your old clothes, donate them to charity instead. A. throw away B. give up C. turn off D. look after Question 8. ........... the hand-embroidered picture was expensive, we bought it as a gift for my grandmother. A. Despite B. But C. Although D. However Question 9. Tet holiday is ............ time of year for Vietnamese people. A. more important B. the most important C. as important D. so important Question 10. Planet Earth, .......... is the third planet from the Sun, is known for its diverse ecosystems and abundant natural resources. A. what B. who C. whose D. which Question 11. Many designers have taken ............ from the beauty of nature. A. inspiration B. interest C. excitement D. impression Question 12. Internet users often receive a lot of spam or ............ junk mail. A. electrical B. electronic C. electric D. electricity Read the following announcement and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each numbered blank from 13 to 16. ROAD SAFETY TIPS When walking or cycling on the road, always remember these safety tips: • (13) ........... the road carefully before crossing. • Wear bright clothes so drivers (14) ........... see you clearly. • (15) ........... to traffic signals and crosswalks at all times. • If there is no sidewalk, walk on (16) ............ side of the road facing traffic. Question 13. A. Run B. Look C. Play D. Stop Question 14. A. can B. should C. may D. must Question 15. A. Forget B. Pay attention C. Laugh D. Speak
Question 16. A. the B. some C. an D. every Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions from 17 to 18. Question 17. Put the sentences (a-c) in the correct order, then fill in the blank to make a logical text. To maintain a balanced diet, it’s important to eat a variety of foods. .............. a. Remember to drink plenty of water throughout the day. b. Include fruits and vegetables in your meals, as they provide essential vitamins. c. Avoid processed foods and try to cook at home as much as possible. A. b - c- a B. a - c - b C. c - b - a D. b - a - c Question 18. Choose the sentence that most appropriately ends the text (in Question 17). A. Additionally, eating smaller portions can help you manage your weight. B. Eating a balanced diet will improve your overall health and well-being. C. Finally, don’t forget to treat yourself occasionally, but in moderation. D. Eating healthy doesn’t have to be difficult; it just takes a bit of planning. Read the following announcement and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each numbered blank from 19 to 24. How do you usually spend New Year's Eve? I normally just enjoy being at home with my family. At midnight, we always (19) ........ the television and watch the firework display which takes place in the city centre. The display is always amazing, with hundreds of fireworks of all colours and shapes exploding in the sky. Last December 31st, my sister and I (20) ........ to go and see the display for ourselves. We had never been to the city centre (21)....... New Year’s Eve before, so we were excited to see. (22) ........ it was like. The city centre is quite a long way from our home, but it was worth the trip. The streets were packed with people, all celebrating the new year. We found a perfect spot and watched the fireworks explode in the sky. It was one of the most magical experiences of my life. (23) .......... we were watching the fireworks, I thought about all the things I wanted to accomplish in the new year, such as travelling more, learning a new language, and making new friends. I was filled with hope and (24) ......... for the future. Question 19. A. take on B. go on C. switch on D. get on Question 20. A. decided B. thought C. considered D. practised Question 21. A. at B. on C. with D. for Question 22. A. that B. how C. when D. what Question 23. A. As B. So C. During D. Before Question 24. A. excited B. exciting C. excitement D. excite Read the following announcement and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to the original sentence in each of the following questions. Question 25. Her living conditions were difficult; however, she studied very well. A. Difficult as her living conditions, she studied very well. B. She studied very well because she lived in difficult conditions. C. She studied very well despite her difficult living conditions. D. Although she lived in difficult conditions, but she studied very well. Question 26. I haven’t been here before. A. Being here is a pleasant experience. B. This is the first time I have been here.
new friends from around the world. Overall, it was definitely challenging sometimes, but it was worth it in the end. Question 31. During his exchange program, he .......... A. couldn’t talk with the locals B. had opportunities to explore the city C. was taught English by the host family D. had problems learning new customs Question 32. The student ........... A. didn’t get on with his host family B. didn’t have to deal with any challenges during his trip C. sometimes felt left out D. made friends with people from different countries Question 33. How did he feel about cultural differences? A. They were boring. B. They were confusing. C. They were challenging but fascinating D. They were unnecessary. Question 34. What helped the author avoid homesickness? A. Keeping in touch with family and friends through social media. B. Travelling a lot. C. Ignoring their feelings D. Spending all their time alone Question 35. What was his attitude towards their challenges in the program? A. Negative and upset B. Indifferent C. Positive and open-minded D. Frustrated Question 36. What is the OPPOSITE meaning of “lonely” in the context? A. sad B. alone C. isolated D. connected Four phrases/sentences have been removed from the text below. For each question, mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that fits each of the numbered blanks from 37 to 40 the most. A. making it the happiest time of the year B. Family members often prepare the ingredients together C. Visiting temples to pray for good fortune is also common D. to welcome good luck for the new year Tet, or Lunar New Year, is the most important holiday in Vietnam. It is a time when families come together to celebrate the start of a new year. Before Tet, people clean their homes and decorate them with peach blossoms or kumquat trees, (37) .......... On the first day of Tet, families usually gather to make traditional dishes like banh chung, which is a square sticky rice cake. (38) ............ People also visit relatives and friends, giving lucky money to children and wishing each other health and prosperity. (39) .............. It is a time of joy and renewal, and many people take the opportunity to reflect on the past year and set goals for the new one. (40) ........... This festive period usually lasts for several days, and it is filled with traditions, laughter, and hope. Question 37. .............. Question 38. .............. Question 39. .............. Question 40. ..............