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Trang 2 brain can do, only many times faster. This may not happen for a very long time, but when it does, our everyday lives will be very different (12) _______ how they are today. (Adapted from Harmonise) Question 7. A. However B. As a result C. For example D. In contrast Question 8. A. signals B. signs C. symbols D. figures Question 9. A. each B. other C. another D. a little Question 10. A. lay down B. apply for C. give in D. search for Question 11. A. adaptable B. receptive C. vulnerable D. sympathetic Question 12. A. of B. with C. in D. from Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the best arrangement of utterances or sentences to make a meaningful exchange or text in each of the following questions from 13 to 17. Question 13. a. These responsibilities include managing finances, cooking meals, and balancing school with personal tasks, which can sometimes feel overwhelming. b. Living independently as a teenager is both an exciting and challenging experience. c. With time and experience, living independently helps teens develop essential life skills and confidence for the future. d. This newfound freedom allows teens to make their own choices, but it also requires them to handle daily responsibilities. e. While this transition is not always easy, guidance from family or mentors can provide valuable support. A. b – d – a – e – c B. b – e – a – c – d C. b – c – a – d – e D. b – a – e – c – d Question 14. a. The excitement of learning new things, meeting younger classmates, and challenging myself academically made the experience both thrilling and intimidating. b. This journey has shown me that education has no age limit and that personal growth is always possible. c. Going back to school at 50 was not something I had planned, but the opportunity felt right. d. In the end, attending college later in life has been one of the most rewarding decisions I have ever made. e. At first, balancing coursework with other responsibilities was difficult, but I gradually developed better time management skills. A. e – a – c – b – d B. a – e – b – c – d C. b – c – a – e – d D. c – a – e – b – d Question 15. a. Jake: I prefer more intense workouts. I don’t think yoga is for me. b. Emma: It improves flexibility and helps reduce stress. c. Emma: I’m considering joining a yoga class. d. Jake: What’s your plan for staying fit? e. Jake: What do you like about yoga? A. a – c – d – b – e B. d – c – e – b – a C. a – b – d – c – e D. d – b – a – c – e Question 16. a. Liam: I agree! Let’s sign up together. b. Liam: Have you seen the flyer about the weekend volunteer programme at the animal shelter? c. Sophie: Yes! I think it’s a great chance to help out and gain experience. A. a – b – c B. b – c – a C. c – a – b D. a – c – b Question 17. Dear Bookstore Manager,
Trang 3 a. This novel has been highly recommended to me, and I would love to purchase a hardcover edition. b. I would also appreciate any information on similar historical fiction books you may have. c. If it is available, could you provide details on the price and whether you offer home delivery? d. Please let me know if I can place an order or reserve a copy in advance. e. I am looking for a copy of The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah and was wondering if your store has it in stock. Best regards, Emma Carter A. d – e – c – b – a B. a – c – b – d – e C. b – e – d – a – c D. e – a – c – b – d Read the following passage about music from the past and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 18 to 22. Much of the music we listen to today is a mixture of styles from various countries and time periods. A lot of music (18) _______ heard in many different countries around the world. Traditional, or folk, music is collected over decades, if not centuries. Since music can tell us a lot about different cultures through its lyrics, melodies, and the instruments used, researchers and music fans see it as an essential part of history. They fear that traditional and older types of music are slowly disappearing, partly because they are less likely to be written down or recorded, or because the format in which they are recorded is no longer in use. Also, (19) _______ . There is a growing effort to preserve music in its many forms. Some researchers create field recordings - recordings made outside of a recording studio - to capture live performances. For example, in the early 1900s, social scientist Frances Densmore made recordings of Native American songs that had been sung for many generations but were in danger of being forgotten. Researchers also transcribe old music by listening to old recordings - sometimes the only one of its kind left. (20) _______ . Collecting music is another form of music preservation. Some collectors are extremely passionate about their music and will spend a lot of time and money looking for things (21) _______ . Their efforts help to document music of different cultures, genres, time periods, and places. Now, modern technology makes it much easier to preserve music. Utilised to record music, (22) _______. Soon, losing a piece of music may be a thing of the past. (Adapted from Active Skills for Reading) Question 18. A. that stems from older traditional songs B. whose origin is from older traditional songs C. originating from older traditional songs D. has roots in older traditional songs Question 19. A. without younger generations’ interest, such music would not become extinct soon B. younger generations may not find such music appealing, resulting in its disappearance C. losing interest in this type of music, younger generations force it to disappear D. younger generations might not be attracted to such music even if it can be lost forever Question 20. A. They try to write out the music so that it can be studied and played by modern musicians B. Intending to write out the music, modern musicians find it easier to study and play it C. The music that is studied and played by modern musicians should be written out D. However difficult writing out the music seems, modern musicians try to study and play it Question 21. A. of which the discontinuity in production and sales for years B. disappeared from production and sales for many years C. that have not been produced or sold for many years