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TEST 1 – CK 2 Mark 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. Question 1: A. addition       B. advantage        C. adventure        D. advertise Question 2: A. supportive        B. substantial        C. compulsive        D. curriculum Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of the primary stress in each of the following questions. Question 3: A. direction        B. important       C. comfortable        D. essential Question 4: A. industry        B. injection    C. conical        D. melody Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. Question 5: I've talked to you about future job opportunities. I hope you'll continue to ______ the rapid changes in the job market. A. look down on B. live up to C. keep up with D. cut down on Question 6: Do you think we need to have a university degree to ________ a career? A. pursue B. follow C. manage D. attend Question 7: My little son insisted on _______ the teddy bear at the store. A. buying B. to buy C. bought D. buy Question 8: The family said that they to their hometown the next year. A. may return B. would be returning C. are returning D. were going to return Question 9: She him to give up staying up late. A. promised B. persuaded C. threatened D. agreed Read the following advertisement/ announcement and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the blanks Explore the Wild with Us! Join our guided wildlife tours and experience (10) ______ beauty of nature like never before. Witness majestic creatures in their natural habitats and create (11) ______ memories. With our passionate guides leading the way, you'll gain insights (12) ________ animal behavior, conservation efforts, and the delicate balance of life on our planet. Book your adventure today! Question 10: A. a B. an C. the D. Ø (no article) Question 11: A. unforgettably B. forgetful C. unforgettable D. forgettable Question 12: A. into B. of C. to D. for Dear Students, We're thrilled to announce our online school library! Now, a world of knowledge (13) ____ within a few clicks! Explore a vast collection of e-books, audiobooks, articles, and research databases right from the (14) ______ of your home. Whether you're seeking academic resources, leisure reading, or research materials, our virtual library has something for everyone. Simply log in with your school credentials and start browsing! (15) ______ you have any contributions or recommendations, don't hesitate to talk to your teacher. Happy reading!
Question 13: A. can be accessed B. accessed C. has accessed D. be accessed Question 14: A. door B. comfort C. sofa D. sides Question 15: A. If B. Were C. Do D. Had Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to make a meaningful paragraph/ letter in each of the following questions. Question 16: a. Last but not least, journaling promotes self-expression, enabling learners to articulate thoughts and ideas in English, and fostering English speaking skills. b. In summary, this daily writing habit has made the English learning journey both effective and enjoyable. c. To commence with, it enhances vocabulary as individuals actively search for and incorporate new words into their entries. d. Not to mention that consistent writing practice improves grammar and sentence structure, refining language skills over time. e. Maintaining a daily journal has notable benefits for English learning. A. e-c-d-a-b B. e-ac-b-d C. c-a-b-d-e D. c-e-a-b-d Question 17: a. Secondly, some young people are eager to gain practical experience and independence early on, which they believe will benefit their career advancement in the long run. b. Moreover, societal pressures or cultural norms may influence their decision, as some communities prioritize early entry into the workforce as a marker of success or responsibility. c. Dear Jainna, how are you lately? Previously, you wondered why some individuals choose to enter the workforce at an early age and now I'm writing to tell you some reasons I think of. d. The very first one is a financial necessity, especially in cases where individuals come from low- income families or need to support themselves financially. e. Yours sincerely. f. In general, these factors contribute to the diverse motivations behind why individuals choose to start working at a young age. You agree? Write to me soon! A. b-c-a-e-d-f B. b-d-e-a-c-f C. c-d-a-b-f-e D. c-e-d-a-b-f Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to choose the word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks. Strategies to promote lifelong learning Lifelong learning is now becoming a (18) ______ for everyone in the modern world. Many people, however, find it overwhelming, as being lifelong learners they will have to keep studying for their entire life. The following are several strategies to (19) ______ lifelong learning. First, start with a clear purpose. Study something that you will likely have many uses for in the future. Design learning goals that should serve you in your career path, as we're as in your personal interests. You will need to think of the learning experience as continuous investment rather than a one-off endeavour. Second choose to study something that is really enjoyable for you. You will need to have fun all through the pursuit of knowledge and skills, which will be an endless journey. The ‘fun’ part will always keep you motivated, even during the hard times. Third, you will need to accept that nowadays education is not simply the preparator for life. New times mean new ways: life is education itself. With this mindset you will embrace (20) ______as opportunities for growth.
Fourth, (21) _______ learning is not just about keeping on studying; you will need to tn nk through what you have learned, and find out how to apply it to your work and personal life. Don't read too much and use your brain too little. Think more often meditate on the ideas that you feel might make your work and/or life better. Thoseare the key strategies to make sure your lifelong learning is studying smart rather than studying hard. Remember, the lifelong learning movement is unstoppable; and the world is now divided not (22) ______the strong and the weak; not into the smart and the foolish; not into the fortunate and the disadvantaged. The distinction to be drawn is between learners and non-learners: those who refuse to learn throughout life. Question 18: A. hobby B. must C. have to D. danger Question 19: A. change B. innovate C. update D. promote Question 20: A. advantages B. chances C. challenges D. disadvantages Question 21: A. lifelong B. instant C. distance D. online Question 22: A. for B. in C. to D. into Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 23 to 28. Our Teen Talk magazine has recently received a lot of questions from secondary school students asking about things they should consider (23) ________. We've talked to our career experts, and here is (24) ______. First, learn about yourself and (25) _______ beliefs, soft skills, and interests. For example, if you are passionate about working with people and (26) ________, you may consider becoming a social worker or ateacher. If you are interested in learning languages, history, art, and architecture, you might look for jobs in the tourist industry. Spend time thinking about what you want to do, and list what you are good at. (27) _________. Next, you should take into account any career qualifications you may need and (28) _______. Many jobs require formal education at a university or college. In order to work as a doctor, for example, you will need to study at medical school for some years of general medical training, followed by several years of specialty training. Question 23: A. choosing their careers B. when having chosen their careers C. when choosing their careers D. to choose their careers Question 24: A. this advice B. our advice C. its advice D. their advice Question 25: A. discovering your personality type B. discover over your personality t type C. discovered your personality type D. to discover your personality type Question 26: A. to help them develop B. helping develop them C. to help develop them D. helping them develop Question 27: A. This helps you find out a career path matching your personality B. Which helps you find out a career path matching your personality C. It helps you find out a career path matching your personality D. Helping you find out a career path matching your personality Question 28: A. wanting to pursue B. wanted to pursue C. want to pursue D. to want to pursue
Read the following and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 29 to 33. Lifelong learning is now becoming a must for everyone in the modern world. Many people, however, find it overwhelming, as being lifelong learners means they will have to keep studying for their entire life. The following are several strategies to promote lifelong learning. First, start with a clear purpose. Study something that you will likely have many uses in the future. Design learning goals that should serve you in your career path, as well as in your personal interests. You will need to think of the learning experience as continuous investment rather than a one-off endeavor. Second, choose something that is really enjoyable for you. You will need to have fun all through the pursuit of knowledge and skills, which will be an endless journey. The ‘fun' part will always keep you motivated, even during the hard times. Third, lifelong learning is not just about keeping on studying; you will need to think through what you have learned, and find out how to apply it in your work and personal life. Don't read too much and use your brain too little. Think more often; meditate on the ideas that you feel might make your work and/or life better. Those are the key strategies to make sure your lifelong learning is studying smart rather than studying hard. Remember, the lifelong learning movement is unstoppable. Question 29: What is the passage mainly about? A. Strategies to promote lifelong learning B. How to choose something to study C. How to keep on studying all the time D. Education – the preparation for life Question 30: The word “it” in paragraph 1 refers to ______. A. clear purpose B. entire life C. modern world D. lifelong learning Question 31: According to paragraph 2, to become a smart lifelong learner, you should ______. A. define a specific objective B. avoid designing a learning goal C. study anything you like D. neglect the learning experience Question 32: The word “motivated” in paragraph 3 is CLOSEST in meaning to ______. A. discouraged B. inspired C. scared D. amused Question 33: Which of the following is NOT true about strategies for lifelong learning? A. We should motivate ourselves to learn effectively B. We should choose something that we have an interest in C. We should use our brain in a lot of reading D. We should apply our knowledge in work and life Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer for each question from 34 to 40. Most people need some preparation before they are ready for the workforce, and planning should begin long before it is time to start a career. Many high school students don't yet know what they want to do. High school is a great time to start thinking about careers. Settling on just one occupation in high school isn't necessary, but they should know how to explore careers and put time into investigating them and learning about their skills and interests. Understanding what you enjoy what you are good at is the first step in exploring careers. It is important to think about what you like to do because work will eventually be a big part of your life. Once you have thought about the subjects and activities you like best, the next step is to look for careers that put those interests to use. If you love sports, for example, you might consider a career as a gym teacher, or coach. Another approach to identifying potential career interests is to consider local employers and the types of jobs they have. There are many jobs in manufacturing and healthcare near the high