______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ I learn smart world 12 – Practice tests UNIT 7 - PRACTICE TEST 2 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. dense B. serve C. help D. best Question 2: A. migrant B. congest C. damage D. danger 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. railroad B. percent C. subway D. traffic Question 4: A. electric B. mechanic C. poverty D. advantage 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: They haven’t had the swamp __________yet. A. drain B. to drain C. drained D. has drained Question 6: Why he __________to my party last night? A. didn’t he come B. hasn’t he come C. he didn’t come D. he hasn’t come Question 7: The manager has made the team work late to finish the project before the deadline. A. The manager has made the project finished before the deadline by the team working late. B. The manager has made the project finish before the deadline by the team working late. C. The team has been made to work late to finish the project before the deadline by the manager. D. The team has been made work late to finish the project before the deadline by the manager. Question 8: I last saw Bob when I was in Ho Chi Minh City. A. I haven’t seen Bob when I was in Ho Chi Minh City. B. I have seen Bob since I was in Ho Chi Minh City. C. I haven’t seen Bob since I was in Ho Chi Minh City. D. I haven’t seen Bob for I was in Ho Chi Minh City. Question 9: Volunteers will __________rubbish along the riverbank this weekend to help improve the local environment. A. throw away B. put down C. go on D. pick up 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. Enjoy Quiet in the City! Are you tired of loud city noises? Try our new CityQuiet headphones! Block out traffic sounds Listen to music (10) __________ Comfortable for long wear Long battery life Foldable for easy carrying Perfect for: Busy streets Noisy buses and trains Loud cafes Get peace in (11) __________ city today! Only $99.99. Buy now (12) __________ www.cityquiet.com 011.332.339
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______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ I learn smart world 12 – Practice tests Cities also use a lot of resources. They need water, energy, and food, which often comes from far away. This can put stress on distant ecosystems too. For example, London's demand for water has lowered the levels of some rivers in the surrounding countryside. However, it's not all bad news. Many cities are trying to become more environmentally friendly. They're planting more trees, creating parks, and using renewable energy. Some cities, like Singapore, have even built 'vertical forests' - tall buildings covered in plants - to help clean the air and provide homes for birds and insects. In conclusion, while cities can harm the environment, they're also working on solutions. As urbanization continues, it's important that we find ways to make our cities greener and more sustainable. Question 29: What would be the best title for the passage? A. The Rise of Pollution in Cities B. The Future of Urban Wildlife C. Urbanization and Its Environmental Impact D. How Cities Grow and Develop Question 30: What does the word “them” in paragraph 1 refer to? A. people B. cities C. areas D. ways Question 31: What does the word “emissions” in the passage mostly mean? A. buildings B. noise C. air pollutants D. factories Question 32: What problem does the passage mention about the expansion of cities? A. It increases traffic congestion B. It causes a decline in local wildlife populations C. It lowers the price of housing D. It reduces the amount of renewable energy Question 33: What issue is NOT mentioned as a problem caused by urbanization, according to the passage? A. noise pollution B. loss of natural habitats C. resource depletion D. air pollution 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. In recent years, a fascinating trend has emerged in many of the world's largest cities: the rise of tiny houses. These miniature dwellings, typically ranging from 100 to 400 square feet, are challenging traditional notions of urban living and offering a unique solution to the housing crisis plaguing many metropolises. Take New York City, for instance. With an average apartment rent of over $4,000 per month in 2023, many residents are seeking alternative housing options. Enter the tiny house movement. These compact homes, often built on wheels or in unused urban spaces, provide an affordable alternative without sacrificing the benefits of city life. In Tokyo, where space has long been at a premium, tiny houses have been a reality for decades. The famous "capsule hotels" are perhaps the most extreme example, but many Tokyo residents happily inhabit apartments as small as 100 square feet. These micro-apartments, known as "rabbit hutches," make up about 20% of Tokyo's rental market. The appeal of tiny houses goes beyond affordability. For many urban dwellers, it's about simplifying life and reducing environmental impact. A study by Oregon's DEQ found that tiny houses use about 45% less energy than traditional homes. In eco-conscious cities like Portland, Oregon, and Austin, Texas, tiny house communities have sprung up, offering shared gardens and communal spaces. However, tiny house living isn't without challenges. Many cities have zoning laws that make it difficult to legally park or build these small dwellings. Storage can be a constant battle, and entertaining guests can be tricky in such tight quarters. Despite these obstacles, the tiny house movement continues to grow. From London to San Francisco, more urbanites are discovering that when it comes to city living, sometimes less really is more. As cities grapple with housing shortages and environmental concerns, it might just represent a big part of the solution. Question 34: Which of the following could be the best title for the passage? A. The Future of Urban Development B. Tiny Houses: A Big Idea for City Living
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