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SEMETER 1 TEST LISTENING (2.0 POINTS) Listen to a podcast about traveling in the Netherlands. Write T (true) or F (false). CD2-44 1. A visitor can go on a cruise trip to admire Amsterdam. ____ 2. Amsterdam is the homeland of the famous artist Johannes Vermeer. ____ 3. Haring is a must-try dish for cheese lovers. ____ 4. The Dutch people enjoy riding bikes a lot. ____ 5. The Netherlands has pleasant weather between March and May. ____ PRONUNCIATION (1.0 POINT) Circle the word that has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others. 6. A. appliance B. assistant C. dumpling D. furniture 7. A. elevator B. pastry C. bakery D. gallery Circle the word that has a stress pattern different from the others. 8. A. pharmacy B. monument C. adapter D. furniture 9. A. discover B. monitor C. summarize D. generate USE OF ENGLISH (3.0 POINTS) Circle the best options (A, B, C or D). 10. I wish my house ___________ closer to the city. A is B are C. will be D. were 11. When I was a kid, I ___________ walk to school with my dad. A. may B. will C. would D. can 12. Remember to ___________ the difficult words that you might ___________ when reading the book.
A. look up / note down B. turn off / come across C. look up / come across D. go over / look after 13. One of the best strategies ___________ your spoken English is to watch animated movies. A. improve B. improved C. to improve D. improving 14. Could you tell me___________ to get to the subway station? - Sure. Turn left at the traffic lights. It's on the right. A. where B. how C. when D. what 15. In those days, people would live in a(n) ___________ family consisting of more than two generations. A. nuclear B. double C. single D. extended 16. When Ann was a kid, she used to ___________ everything she met, but now she doesn't. A. sketch B. sketches C. sketching D. sketched 17. In the end, the professor ___________ his lecture to give his students a clear recap of what they learned. A. summary B. summarizing C. summarize D. summarized 18. Mexico has ___________ delicious foods like tacos and enchiladas. A. similar B. same C. various D. comparable 19. It is best to use ___________ to protect yourself from sunburn during summer months. A. sunblock B. sunroof C. sunbeam D. sunbed Complete the sentences with the correct forms of the words in brackets. 20. She felt very ___________ for all the support from her team. (THANK) 21. Is there a good Vietnamese restaurant in the ___________? (NEIGHBOR) 22. Family photos help us feel a ___________ to past generations. (CONNECT) Complete the sentences with the correct forms of the verbs in brackets. 23. Could you tell me what ___________ (bring) for the trip to Italy? 24. I prefer cycling and ___________ (walk) through the streets on weekends. 25. Back then, woman would often stay home and ___________ (raise) their children. Choose the underlined part that needs correcting. 26. In the past, men were lire breadwinner and women was the housewife.
A B C D 27. I lost my passport and asked a local how getting to the Embassy of Franco. A B C D 28. When they were younger, they would often go hiking, ride a horse, or sailed a boat. A B C D 29. The local kids which we met on our way to the town of Willow Brook were naturally friendly. A B C D 30. He suggested we took a boat ride along the canals to best admire the beauty of Coral Bay. A B C D READING (2.0 POINTS) Read the text about George. Circle the best options. Italy is a beautiful country famous for its rich history and great cuisine. There are lots of things to experience in this European destination. Rome, the capital city (31) __________ Italy, is a must-visit destination. The city is well- known for its iconic landmarks, such as the Colosseum, the Trevi I, and Vatican City. However, keep in mind that Vatican City is (32) __________ independent city-state within the country of Italy. Another enchanting tourist attraction is Venice, one of Italy's most picturesque cities with stunning bridges and historic canals. It is still unknown whether these canals are man-made or natural. However, (33) __________ a gondola ride along the Grand Canal and waterways to admire the beauty and charm of Venice is a truly amazing experience. Besides these beautiful places, Italy is best known for its great cuisine, and one of the must- try dishes is Neapolitan pizza. With its (34) __________ style of baking and simple, fresh ingredients, this pizza is very popular throughout Italy. Lasagna is also highly recommended. It is one of the oldest types of pasta (35) __________ dates to the ancient Rome. 31. A. from B. on C. at D. of 32. A.  B. a C. an D. the 33. A. making B. doing C. taking D. going
34. A. tradition B. traditional C. traditionally D. traditionalist 35. A. who B. whom C. whose D. that Read the text about smart homes. Circle the best options. Smart homes refer to houses equipped with modern gadgets and systems that allow homeowners to control them remotely through mobile devices like smartphones, tablets, or laptops. However, this would probably not work without sensors. Besides, with the help of artificial intelligence, smart homes could learn about the homeowners' behavior to anticipate their needs. For instance, they could learn when the homeowners normally arrive home from work and automatically adjust the temperature, lighting or security settings. Smart homes offer various advantages, but there are important factors to consider. Firstly, the technology can be expensive due to the initial purchase and installation of devices, as well as ongoing maintenance costs. Another aspect to consider is connectivity. Smart home gadgets rely heavily on internet connections. What would happen if the internet were interrupted or experienced connectivity issues? The answer is uncertain, ultimately, the decision to adopt smart home technology depends on preferences, lifestyle, and budget. 36. Which word has the CLOSEST meaning to the word gadgets in paragraph 1? A. vehicles B. appliances C. computers D. networks 37. What does the word this in paragraph 1 refer to? A. the use of artificial intelligence B. the smart homes with modern gadgets and systems C. the fact that the homeowners can control their houses remotely D. the connection between the appliances and the mobile devices 38. According to the text, how could smart homes anticipate the needs of homeowners? A. by loaming about their behavior B. by adjusting the homes’ temperature C. by changing the security settings D. by setting up Internet connection 39. Which has the OPPOSIIE meaning to the word costs in paragraph 2? A. expenses B. prices C. budgets D. savings 40. What is the purpose of the text? A. to show how to maintain smart homes