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______________________________________________________________________________________________ I learn smart world 12 – Practice tests UNIT 1: PRACTICE TEST 1 Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from that of the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions. Question 1: A. hope B. score C. close D. own Question 2: A. surprise B. nervous C. pleasant D. sometimes 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 stress in each of the following questions. Question 3: A. almost B. mountain C. behave D. shyness Question 4: A. behavior B. sociable C. influence D. Italy 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: When we were on a voluntary tour, we __________to public places to collect rubbish every day. A. were going B. went C. have gone D. had gone Question 6: I __________about him when suddenly he came in. A. talk B. talked C. am talking D. was talking Question 7: While he __________some plants in the garden, his wife was preparing dinner. A. waters B. is watering C. would water D. was watering Question 8: She smiled __________she had just won the lottery. A. as if B. if only C. because D. although Question 9: I __________ to visiting my grandparents next summer. A. go on B. come over C. look forward D. fall into Read the following advertisement/school 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 numbered blanks from 10 to 15. My Tam Live Concert in Ho Tram! �� Date: July 15, 2024 �� Time: 7:00 PM �� Venue: My Soul 1981, Hồ Tràm, Bà Rịa Vũng Tàu Get ready for a(n) (10) __________ night - My Tam Live Concert in Ho Tram! Enjoy her amazing voice and spectacular performance, (11) __________ a true superstar! Join us on July 15th for an evening filled (12) __________ incredible music and excitement. Don’t miss this chance to see My Tam live. Book your tickets now and be part of an extraordinary experience! Question 10: A. forget B. forgettable C. unforgettable D. forgotten Question 11: A. though B. like C. while D. when Question 12: A. by B. in C. out D. with Meeting with General Secretary We are pleased to announce that a meeting with General Secretary took place yesterday. During the event, he was speaking (13) __________ he knew each one of us personally, sharing his vision for the future. Attendees (14) __________ intently and asking questions, making it an engaging session. It was a remarkable opportunity to hear from our (15) __________ leader. Thank you to everyone who participated. Question 13: A. as though B. like C. if D. even though Question 14: A. listened B. will listen C. were listening D. listen
______________________________________________________________________________________________ I learn smart world 12 – Practice tests Question 15: A. alive B. embarrassed C. ancient D. esteemed 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. He continued to lead North Vietnam's military during the Vietnam War. b. Vo Nguyen Giap, born on August 25, 1911, was a prominent Vietnamese general and politician. c. Known for his dedication and leadership, Giap remains a respected figure in Vietnam’s history. He passed away on October 4, 2013. d. He played a key role in the Vietnamese struggle for independence, leading the Viet Minh against French colonial forces. e. Giap's strategic brilliance was evident in the decisive Battle of Dien Bien Phu in 1954. A. b-e-d-c-a B. b-d-e-a-c C. e-a-d-c-b D. b-c-d-e-a Question 17: a. Born on August 4, 1961, in Hawaii, Obama became the 44th President of the United States, serving from 2009 to 2017. b. Before his presidency, he was a senator from Illinois. c. Known for his focus on healthcare reform and climate change, Obama is celebrated for his historic achievement as the first African American president. d. Best regards, e. He graduated from Columbia University and Harvard Law School. f. Dear Nam, I hope this letter finds you well. I wanted to share a brief overview of Barack Obama’s life. A. f-e-c-b-a-d B. f-a-b-e-c-d C. f-e-a-b-c-d D. f-a-e-b-c-d 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 18 to 23. The school field trip last year had a big impact on my life. We visited a historical museum, where I learned about the local history and culture. When we explored the exhibits, the guide, (18) __________, explained the significance of each artifact. I remember feeling inspired while I was taking notes and (19) __________. The whole experience was eye-opening, (20) __________. While my classmates and I were walking through the museum, (21) __________. The discussions were lively, and everyone was eager to share their thoughts. I was amazed by how engaged everyone was, which (22) __________. By the end of the day, I felt a strong desire to learn more and visit other historical places. The trip not only expanded my knowledge but also sparked a passion for history that I hadn’t realized I had before. Overall, it was a memorable experience that has influenced (23) __________. Question 18: A. whom he knew very much B. whom was very knowledgeable C. that knows very much D. who was very knowledgeable Question 19: A. listening to the guide B. I listened to the guide C. listen to the guide D. listened to the guide Question 20: A. but I realized how much I enjoy learning for history B. so I realized how much do I enjoy learning about history C. or I realize how much I enjoy learning about history D. and I realized how much I enjoy learning about history Question 21: A. we discuss our favorite exhibits B. we were discussing our favorite exhibits C. we discussed my favorite exhibits D. we discussing our favorite exhibits Question 22: A. make me appreciate the subject even more B. made us appreciate the subject even more C. made me to appreciate the subject even more

______________________________________________________________________________________________ I learn smart world 12 – Practice tests A. Sold their apartment B. Found new jobs C. Rented out air mattresses D. Moved to another city Question 32: What issue is NOT mentioned as a challenge faced by Airbnb, according to the passage? A. Slow initial growth B. Legal challenges from hotels C. Difficulty in raising funds D. Need for more hosts Question 33: What does the word "their" in paragraph 2 refer to? A. the customers B. the websites C. Chesky and Gebbia D. the air mattresses 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 from 34 to 40. We all go through experiences that teach us valuable life lessons. These lessons can come from our own journeys or from the inspiring stories of others. By learning from these stories, we can grow wiser and live better lives. One famous story is about a young girl named Anne Frank. During World War II, Anne's family had to hide in a small secret room for over two years to escape the Nazis. Despite the difficult conditions, Anne remained positive and hopeful. Her diary shows how she found beauty and meaning even in hard times. Anne's story teaches us to appreciate life and have courage, even when facing challenges. Another inspiring figure is Helen Keller, who became deaf and blind as a young child. With the help of her teacher, Anne Sullivan, Helen learned to communicate through touch. She worked hard and never gave up on her dreams. Helen went on to become a renowned author and speaker. Her life shows us the importance of perseverance, patience and making the most of our abilities. We can also learn from ordinary people who face struggles with grace. A story going viral online tells of a student who was caught napping in class because he had to work several jobs to pay tuition fees. Instead of punishing him, the professor showed compassion. This reminds us to have empathy and not judge others before knowing their full story. Stories of real people and their life lessons can motivate us to become better versions of ourselves. They show that our attitude makes a big difference, no matter what difficulties come our way. By taking inspiration from these narratives of resilience, hope and kindness, we too can positively impact those around us. Question 34: Which of the following could be the best title for the passage? A. Stories of War and Peace B. The Power of Positive Thinking C. Life Lessons from Inspiring Stories D. Famous Authors and Their Works Question 35: The word “positive” in paragraph 2 is opposite in meaning to ________. A. angry B. negative C. confident D. excited Question 36: The word “perseverance” in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to ________. A. achievement B. decision C. determination D. change Question 37: Which of the following is NOT stated in paragraph 3? A. Helen Keller became deaf and blind as a young child. B. Anne Sullivan helped Helen Keller learn to communicate. C. Helen Keller wrote many books. D. Helen Keller gave up on her dreams. Question 38: The word "This" in paragraph 4 refers to ________. A. The student napping in class B. The student working several jobs C. The professor showing compassion D. The professor punishing the student Question 39: According to the passage, Anne Frank's story teaches us ________. A. To avoid difficult situations B. To appreciate life and have courage C. To be wary of strangers D. To work hard in school Question 40: It can be inferred from the passage that ________. A. Life lessons only come from famous people B. Everyone has the ability to overcome challenges C. It's important to judge others quickly D. Only extraordinary stories can inspire us