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Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from that of the rest. Question 1.A. casual B. wage C. cashier D. cash Question 2. A. pure B. cute C. student D. muddy 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. afford B. housing C. leisure D. urban Question 4. A. capital B. national C. vacation D. chocolate 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: Your mother is an English teacher, ______? A. isn’t she B. was she C. is she D. does she Question 6. When Linda called last night, I_________ my favourite show on TV. A. watched B. have watched C. was watching D. am watching Question 7: The government hopes to _________ its plans for introducing cable TV. A. carry out B. turn out C. carry on D. keep on Question 8: Exercising regularly is ______than sitting for long periods of time in front of a screen. A. as beneficial B. most beneficial C. more beneficial D. the most beneficial Question 9. Sarah prefers to find a(n) job with a stable income. A. nine-to-five B. on-the-job C. ill-paid D. tiring Read the following advertisements and 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 10 to 12. Want to become a chef? Join our apprenticeship programme! ● Learn culinary skills (10) experienced chefs ● Gain a (11) in the food industry ● Develop into (12) hard-working chef For further information, contact us at 0897543216. Start your culinary journey today! Question 10. A. to B. in C. from D. at Question 11. A. wage B. responsibility C. position D. leadership Question 12. A. an B. Ø (no article) C. the D. a Read the following flyer and 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 13 to 15. Hanoi Then and Now Exhibition ● Explore the transformation of Hanoi! ● Discover (13) landmarks and modern developments. ● (14) old and new through captivating displays. ● Free entry for all! The exhibition is going to be held from March 5th to March 15th 2024 at Hanoi Cultural Center. For (15) information, visit our website at www.worldheritage.com Join us in celebrating Hanoi's rich heritage! Question 13. A. reliable B. affordable C. historical D. convenient Question 14. A. Afford B. Compare C. Upgrade D. Seek Question 15. A. few B. farther C. further D. furthest 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 for the following question. Question 16.
. Finally, these festivals inspire creativity and innovation as they observe various artistic expressions and performances. . Firstly, they broaden their horizons by exposing them to diverse cultures, traditions, and languages. . Overall, participating in world festivals enriches the lives of Vietnamese teenagers, fostering global awareness and understanding in an increasingly interconnected world. . World festivals have significant impacts on Vietnamese young teenagers. . Teenagers learn to appreciate and respect different ways of life. . Secondly, festivals cultivate a sense of curiosity and openness towards the world beyond their immediate surroundings. A. c – b – f – e – d – a B. d – e – b – f – a – c C. d – b – f – a – e – c D. d – b – f – e – a – c Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to make a meaningful letter for the following question. Question 17. . I wanted to chat with you about the disadvantages of urbanisation. . Besides, affordable housing becomes scarce, contributing to homelessness and inequality. . Dear Peter, I hope you're doing well! . First, cities often become crowded, leading to congestion and limited space. . Finally, unemployment rates can rise due to increased competition for jobs. . Also, urban areas may suffer from poor sanitation, posing health risks to residents. . Let's catch up soon! . In summary, while urbanisation brings opportunities, it also brings challenges like overcrowding, housing issues, inequality, sanitation problems, and unemployment. A. c – a – d – f – e – b – h – g B. c – a – d – b – f – e – g – h C. c – a – d – e – b – f – h – g D. c – a – d – b – f – e – h – g Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to choose the word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 18 to 22. When applying for a job, the process involves several stages. Firstly, individuals need to apply for the position by (18) _ _ their résumé and cover letter. Employers then review applications to identify candidates with (19) qualifications and experience. (20) employers receive numerous applications, it's essential to impress them with a well- written résumé and compelling cover letter. After initial screening, selected candidates may be invited for interviews to further (21) their suitability for the role. During the interview stage, candidates have the opportunity to showcase their skills, experience, and personality, ultimately leading to the decision to employ the most (22) candidate. Question 18. A. interfering B. balancing C. submitting D. supervising Question 19. A. organised B. patient C. challenging D. relevant Question 20. A. If B. Whereas C. Although D. Because Question 21. A. assess B. endure C. recruit D. employ Question 22. A. suit B. suitable C. suitability D. suitably 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 27.
Urbanisation is the rapid expansion of cities, characterised by urban sprawl and a large number of migrants (23) . As cities expand, so does (24) to support growing populations. Many migrants move to urban areas to make a living, contributing to the urbanisation trend. However, with this expansion comes concern about the strain on resources and services. Urbanisation transforms landscapes and societies, reshaping (25) . While it offers economic prospects, urbanisation also poses challenges in managing resources and (26) .Thus, urbanisation's impacts on communities and environments (27)_____. Question 23. A. who seeks better opportunities B. seeking better opportunities C. that seeking better opportunities D. where they are seeking better opportunities Question 24. A. the infrastructure for demand B. demanding infrastructure C. infrastructure demanding D. the demand for infrastructure Question 25. A. the way people live and work B. people live and work C. when people live and work D. to live and work Question 26. A. ensuring fair access to opportunities B. to ensure fair access to opportunities C. that ensures fair access to opportunities D. ensured fair access to opportunities Question 27. A. remain a concern pressing worldwide B. remain a worldwide concern pressing C. remain a pressing concern worldwide D. remains a pressing concern worldwide Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 28 to 32. In Bangkok, inhabitants find various opportunities for work and leisure thanks to urbanisation. It provides access to a wide range of leisure and sport activities, catering to diverse interests. Migrants from rural areas often seek employment opportunities in Bangkok's bustling economy, contributing to the city's growth. With improved infrastructure, people can easily access amenities and services across the city. Bangkok's vibrant culture and dynamic lifestyle attract people from all walks of life, creating a melting pot of diversity. However, urbanisation in Bangkok also brings several challenges. Poverty remains a pressing issue, leading to the development of slums in some areas. Traffic jams during rush hour is a nightmare, impacting productivity and quality of life. Despite efforts to reduce traffic congestion, Bangkok's traffic remains a significant concern for its residents. Balancing the opportunities and challenges of urbanisation is crucial for ensuring sustainable development in Bangkok. Question 28. What does the passage mainly discuss? A. Bangkok’s new economic policies B. The problems of overpopulation in Bangkok C. Pros and cons of urbanisation in Bangkok D. Attempts to ensure sustainable development in Bangkok Question 29. The word It in paragraph 1 refers to . A. work B. urbanisation C. leisure D. access Question 30. According to paragraph 1, which of the following is NOT mentioned as one benefit of urbanisation in Bangkok? A. People have easy access to different leisure and sport activities.
B. People can use amenities and services across the city with ease. C. It becomes a culturally diverse city with a dynamic lifestyle. D. The youth unemployment rate has fallen steadily in recent years. Question 31. The word pressing in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to . A. urgent B. normal C. typical D. different Question 32. Which of the following is a major concern for residents in Bangkok? A. slums B. nightmare C. leisure D. traffic Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 33 to 37. Urbanisation in Malaysia started in the early 1970s. At that time, only around 26 per cent of the population lived in urban areas. After a period of rapid growth, the urban and rural populations were almost equal in the early 1990s. Since then, the urbanisation rate has continued to increase gradually. The urban population, for example, rose from 66 per cent in 2004 to 74 per cent in 2014. At present, Malaysia is known as one of the most urbanised countries in East Asia. It is also one of the most rapidly urbanised regions around the world. According to the latest statistics, over 77 per cent of Malaysia's total population now live in urban areas and cities. Australia is an interesting example of early urbanisation, which started at the end of the 19th century. At that time, over 60 per cent of the population lived in urban areas. Since then, it has maintained a gradual growth. This was also due to the country's immigration policy, which encouraged people to settle in its coastal, urban areas. Australia is now one of the most urbanised countries in the world, with almost 90 per cent of the population living in urban areas. The two largest cities of Australia, Sydney and Melbourne, are home to over 40 per cent of the country's population. (Adapted from Global Success) Question 33. What does the passage mainly discuss? A. Challenges facing urbanised Malaysia and Australia B. The brief history of Malaysia and Australia C. Urbanisation in Malaysia and Australia D. Housing problems in Malaysia and Australia Question 34. The word rose in paragraph 1 is opposite in meaning to _ . A. increased B. developed C. evolved D. declined Question 35. According to paragraph 1, Malaysia . A. is the most urbanised country in East Asia B. has only 26% of its population living in urban areas C. has witnessed a decrease in the urbanisation rate D. is one of the most rapidly urbanised countries in the world Question 36. The word its in paragraph 2 refers to . A. immigration policy B. a gradual growth C. early urbanisation D. Australia Question 37. Which of the following is NOT true according to paragraph 2? A. Australia’s immigration policy contributed to the growth of its urban population. B. Urbanisation in Australia started at the end of the 19th century. C. There are nearly 60 per cent of people living in urban areas in Australia. D. Sydney and Melbourne are the two most crowded cities in Australia.