2025 FORMAT Tác giả: Vũ Vạn Xuân --- Page 1 of --- 2025 FORMAT - SAMPLE TEST 12 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 sentences. 1. A. ruins B. mosques C. Laos D. States 2. A. tourist B. fountain C. power D. south Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word which differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following sentences. 3. A. spectacular B. atmospheric C. indifferent D. enjoyable 4. A. special B. sunburned C. peaceful D. remote Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. 5. The town center is a bit too ______ for me. I prefer a place that is less crowded. A. historic B. touristy C. remote D. atmospheric 6. The teenager is looking forward to a trip to the ______ where he can play paintball shooting. A. water park B. theme park C. botanical gardens D. nature reserve 7. What do you think of my latest blog ______? Does it bring back your childhood memories? A. entry B. writing C. diary D. account 8. Due to stormy weather, her first flight ever was a ______ one that scared her to death. A. bumpy B. terrified C. rocky D. terrific 9. ______ of your two suggestions is fine by me. A. Both B. Either C. All D. Every 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. 10. a. Also, volunteering makes students aware of the needs around them. b. Finally, doing volunteer work helps students feel good about supporting others. c. It is thought that high school students benefit from doing voluntary work in many ways. d. Additionally, students develop such important skills as teamwork and communication. e. It should be true. Firstly, students who do voluntary work gain valuable real-world experience. A. e-c-a-b-d B. e-a-c-b-d C. c-a-b-d-e D. c-e-a-d-b 11. a. Engaging in hobbies and personal interests can have a profound impact on overall well-being. b. These activities provide a much-needed break from the routine of daily life. c. Dear Sam, I've been reflecting on our discussion about balancing work and personal life. d. Hobbies also allow for personal growth and skill development. e. Gardening, painting, or playing a musical instrument can foster creativity and boost self-esteem. A. c-a-b-f-d-e B. c-f-b-d-a-e C. c-b-d-f-a-e D. c-d-f-b-a
2025 FORMAT Tác giả: Vũ Vạn Xuân --- Page 2 of --- 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. JOIN OUR CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOP! Do you have a passion for storytelling? Are you between 16 and 25 years old? Join our Creative Writing Workshop to unleash your potential! • (12)___________ experience required • Exciting weekly sessions • Opportunity to publish your work • Meet and learn from (13) ____________ authors Register now for more (14) ____________: • Email:
[email protected] • Phone: 555-0234 • Address: 22 Inspiration Drive, Noveltown 12. A. Never B. Not C. Neither D. No 13. A. renownedly B. renown C. renowned D. renowning 14. A. information B. informative C. inform D. informant ANNOUNCEMENT OF SCHOOL SPORTS DAY The School Athletics Department is pleased to announce: ● All athletes (15) ______ to report at the school field by 08:00 AM on June 10. ● Each team must prepare and submit their entry list for each event. Each athlete is allowed to participate in a maximum of three events. ● The school will (16) ______ trophies and medals for the winners in each category. ● (17) ______ you have any inquiries regarding the event schedule or rules, please contact the Athletics Department. 15. A. expect B. expecting C. are expected D. have expected 16. A. distribute B. conduct C. organize D. execute 17. A. Unless B. Whenever C. If D. As 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. Reading is an essential skill that enhances our cognitive abilities in many ways. Firstly, it improves our language skills. When we read, we learn new words and understand how they are used in context, (18) ____________. This helps in expanding our vocabulary and improving our communication skills. Secondly, reading boosts our imagination and creativity. (19) , it takes us to different worlds and situations we might not experience in real life. This stimulates our creativity and helps us think outside the box. Thirdly, regular reading enhances our concentration and focus. It requires us to pay attention to details and follow complex narratives, (20) . Additionally, reading provides us with knowledge about various subjects and cultures. It allows us to gain insights into (21) . This broadens our perspective and helps us become more empathetic and understanding. Finally, reading is a great way to relax and de-stress. It can be a form of escapism, where we can lose ourselves in a story and forget about (22)__________, and provides a much- needed break. In conclusion, reading is not just a leisure activity. It plays a significant role in our cognitive development, helping us to (23) . Therefore, it's important to cultivate a habit of reading
2025 FORMAT Tác giả: Vũ Vạn Xuân --- Page 3 of --- from a young age. 18. A. makes it easier to improve our language B. which improve our language skills C. improving our language skills D. it improves our language skills 19. A. When we read interesting stories B. Reads interesting stories C. To read interesting stories D. Having read interesting stories 20. A. to keep our minds sharp B. keeping our minds sharp C. keeps our minds sharp D. keep our minds sharp 21. A. the lives and experiences of people from diverse backgrounds B. diverse backgrounds of people's lives and experiences C. people from diverse backgrounds and their experiences D. experiences and lives of people from diverse backgrounds 22. A. our daily worries B. their daily worries C. our worries daily D. daily worries 23. A. improve mentally and emotionally B. mentally and emotionally improve C. be improved mentally and emotionally D. improving mentally and emotionally ++++++++++++++++ The American city of Miami was (24) ______ in 1896 by Julia Tuttle, a wealthy Florida businesswoman. From a population then of just 300, it has become a vast urban area of 5.5 million (25) ______, attracting visitors from all over the world. Its excellent transport links mean it can easily be accessed by road, rail, air or sea. The city’s continuing growth as a tourist and financial centre has led to a construction boom. Many of new buildings are over 120 metres in height, giving Miami the most impressive skyline in the country after New York and Chicago. Its wide variety of attractions includes sandy beaches, nightclubs, music and dancing, as well as activities such as skateboarding and cycling in the world- famous, fashionable South Beach area. The city centre has a (26) ______ of delightful parks and gardens, and of course there is the wonderful weather: (27) ______ any other major city in The USA, it has a genuinely tropical (28) ______. 24. A. establish B. set C. founded D. designed 25. A. citizens B. population C. occupants D. inhabitants 26. A. sum B. number C. amount D. plenty 27. A. unlike B. contrasting C. different D. alike 28. A. weather B. atmosphere C. air D. climate 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. In the early days of ecotourism, around the 1950s and 1960s, travellers began to recognize the importance of nature and protecting it while enjoying it. Although the term "ecotourism" didn't gain widespread recognition until the 1990s, the ideas and practices associated with it were already evolving. During this period, people who loved nature started exploring natural areas like national parks and jungles, aiming to understand and respect nature, not harm it. They wanted to see animals, birds, and beautiful landscapes up close while also learning about the environment and the creatures living there. The concept of ecotourism was closely tied to the idea of sustainable travel, which meant ensuring that the natural places and wildlife remained safe and unharmed while tourists enjoyed them. Early ecotourists often travelled in smaller groups and stayed in simple accommodations like tents or eco-friendly lodges.
2025 FORMAT Tác giả: Vũ Vạn Xuân --- Page 4 of --- Knowledgeable guides helped them learn about the plants and animals in these areas. Moreover, another important principle was supporting local communities. Early ecotourism aimed to benefit the people living near these natural areas by ensuring that the money spent by tourists could improve their lives without harming the environment. This approach focused on teaching people how to travel without causing damage to nature. It represented a new way of exploring the world, not just for enjoyment, but also for understanding and protecting the beautiful planet we all share. Over the years, ecotourism has continued to grow and evolve, gaining recognition in the 1990s as a more formal and widespread approach to travel, all while preserving nature and local cultures and creating meaningful and responsible experiences for travellers. 29. What is the main idea of the passage? A. The benefits of ecotourism B. The guidelines on ecotourism C. The drawbacks of ecotourism D. The early days of ecotourism 30. The word “ecotourism” became popular in ______. A. the 1950s B. 1960s C. 1980s D. 1990s 31. Early ecotourists ______. A. travelled in small groups B. didn’t need any guide C. preferred environment-friendly resorts D. donated much to conservation efforts 32. Ecotourism helps ______. A. improve local communities without damaging the environment B. teach local residents about nature and the environment C. develop local communities economically D. enrich local residents’ knowledge of the nature 33. The word “widespread” is closest in meaning to ______. A. beneficial B. accessible C. luxurious D. common +++++++++++++++++ Nomophobia, short for "no-mobile-phone phobia," is a modern phenomenon that affects many people in today's digital age. It is the irrational fear of being without one's mobile phone or being unable to use it. This condition can cause anxiety and distress, and it highlights the profound impact mobile devices have on our lives. The fear of losing or being separated from one's phone is a growing concern. Some common situations that trigger nomophobia include misplacing one's phone, running out of battery, or losing network signal. The fear intensifies when people imagine not having their phones to contact friends and family, access the internet, or use GPS for navigation. Nomophobia is not limited to any age group and can affect individuals of all backgrounds. It often becomes evident when people experience panic or anxiety when they forget their phones at home or are unable to use them temporarily. Symptoms may include restlessness, rapid heartbeat, sweating, and a sense of insecurity. The roots of nomophobia lie in the convenience and connectedness that mobile phones provide. These devices have become integral to our daily lives, serving as not just communication tools but also cameras, entertainment hubs, personal organizers, and more. This dependence on mobile phones can lead to a feeling of vulnerability when separated from them. 34. What does the passage mainly discuss? A. Warning signs of nomophobia B. An overview of nomophobia C. Sufferers of nomophobia D. A treatment of nomophobia 35. Nomophobia gets triggered when ______.
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