Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer 

    Although it’s impossible to ignore their popularity, it seems to me that many reality shows send an unfortunate message encouraging a cult of instant celebrity. Many are built around blatant self-promotion and are based on humiliating others for the entertainment of viewers. These programmes suggest that anyone can become famous simply by "being themselves" on TV, without working hard or displaying any talent. Children who watch these shows may come to believe that they don’t need to study conscientiously at school, or train hard for a job. As one commentator points out, "We tell kids that what matters is being a celebrity and we wonder why some behave as they do. It seems to me that this addiction to celebrity culture is creating a dumbed-down generation.” In pretending to imitate real life, reality shows promote the belief that we should aspire to be the reality stars we watch on televisions.

    One of the reasons so many people enjoy reality shows is that they feature real people operating without scripts. The fact that characters have been selected to encourage disagreements or tension and then cynically manipulated does not take away from the reality of the programmers; in fact it adds to it. The unusual settings of shows like Big Brother do not reduce the educational value of observing how the contestants cope with their situation. In fact, without such shows, most people would have little concept of how a group of strangers would be able to survive, co-operate and develop in such environments. As Time Magazine describes it, "They provoke and offend, but at least they are trying to do something besides helping you get to sleep.” This insight therefore into the human condition is invaluable, and it is little surprise that so many viewers are eager to watch these programmes.

    Far from discouraging hard work and education, reality TV programmes help to create a society in which we have shared experiences and a strong sense of community. Despite the fact that they do not reflect reality, they provide an important social glue. In the past, there were only a few television channels, and everybody watched the same programmes. This sense of a shared experience helped to bind people together, giving them common things to talk about at work the next day: so-called "water cooler moments’. Reality programmes play that role in contemporary society with viewership being almost a cultural imperative, an experience shared simultaneously with friends and family. The criticism that reality TV shows may corrupt viewers is not sustainable. Just as it is possible empathize with real-life criminals without going on to commit crimes ourselves, there is no reason why viewers should be persuaded to emulate the morality of reality TV programmes.

Question 35: Which of the following best serves as the title of the passage?

    A. How are reality TV programmes produced?

    B. The arguments between commentators about reality TV programmes.

    C. The aspects of reality TV programmes.

    D. The effects of reality TV programmes on young people.

Question 36: The word "their" in paragraph 1 refers to _______ ?

    A. Reality shows     B. Reality stars     C. Viewers     D. Characters

Question 37: Why do so many people enjoy reality shows?

    A. Because the real people appear in the shows.

    B. Because there are no unusual settings in the shows.

    C. Because people have to be in real situation.

    D. Because there is no script for real people to perform.

Question 38: The phrase "cope with" is closest in meaning to _______ ?

    A. fit     B. manage     C. stop     D. make

Question 39: According to paragraph 3, what reality TV programmes bring people nowadays more than in the past?

    A. That everybody watches the same programmes.

    B. That everybody experiences the morality of TV programmes.

    C. That everybody has a sense of shared experiences.

    D. That everybody talks to each other about work after watching TV programmes.

Question 40: The word "sustainable” in paragraph 3 most probably means _______ ?

    A. continuous     B. unsuitable     C. wasteful     D. tiring

Question 41: Which of the following is TRUE, according to the passage?

    A. Reality TV programmes send no message of morality to viewers.

    B. Reality TV programmes have no values to viewers.

    C. Reality TV programmes create a community in which people tend to be closer to each other.

    D. Kids seem not to be interested in the celebrity appearing in the TV programmes.

Question 42: Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?

    A. Children learn a lot from reality TV programmes

    B. People are not keen on watching what they haven’t had much experience.

    C. Children feel that it is so easy to become famous.

    D. Nobody really shares their experience with family and friends.

II.Writing paragraph

Write a paragraph about a city in the world you would like to visit.

Write a short biography (100–140 words) about someone famous or someone you admire( famous singer in US/UK). Remember to include these topics:

1.when and where he/she was born
2.facts about his/her childhood and early life
3.why he/she became well known
4.something he/she said
5.what other people think or have said about him/her
6.what he/she is doing now (or if he/she is dead)

This house is one of the          in our town

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Câu 1: PART 1: GRAMMAR (3p)

Complete the sentences with must, can’t or might and the correct form of the verbs in brackets.

1. He __________________ (be) a vegetarian. I’ve never seen him eat meat.

2. Dan __________________ (be) back before lunchtime but I wouldn’t bet on it!

3. She __________________ (be) exhausted! She’s just slept for more than twelve hours.

4. You __________________ (see) this film before. It was only released yesterday.

5. I __________________ (leave) the keys on the table. Can you check for me?

6. Helen __________________ (like) your cooking. Look, she’s left most of the meal.

7. You __________________ (joke)! I can’t come out now – I’m in bed!

Children ! Wash ... hands, they are so dirty 

A. your

B. their

C. them 

D. her

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.

   Millions of people are using cellphones today. In many places, it is actually considered unusual not to use one. In many countries, cellphones are very popular with young people. They find that the phones are more than a means of communication - having a mobile phone shows that they are cool and connected.

   The explosion in mobile phone use around the world has made some health professionals worried. Some doctors are concerned that in the future many people may suffer health problems from the use of mobile phones. In England, there has been a serious debate about this issue. Mobile phone companies are worried about the negative publicity of such ideas. They say that there is no proof that mobile phones are bad for your health.

   On the other hand, medical studies have shown changes in the brain cells of some people who use mobile phones. Signs of change in the tissues of the brain and head can be detected with modern scanning equipment. In one case, a traveling salesman had to retire at young age because of serious memory loss. He couldn't remember even simple tasks. He would often forget the name of his own son. This man used to talk on his mobile phone for about six hours a day, every day of his working week, for a couple of years. His family doctor blamed his mobile phone use, but his employer's doctor didn't agree.

   What is it that makes mobile phones potentially harmful? The answer is radiation. High-tech machines can detect very small amounts of radiation from mobile phones. Mobile phone companies agree that there is some radiation, but they say the amount is too small to worry about.

   As the discussion about their safety continues, it appears that it's best to use mobile phones less often. Use your regular phone if you want to talk for a long time. Use your mobile phone only when you really need it. Mobile phones can be very useful and convenient, especially in emergencies. In the future, mobile phones may have a warning label that says they are bad for your health. So for now, it's wise not to use your mobile phone too often.

Question: The word “they” in paragraph 2 refers to _______.

A. doctors

B. ideas

C. professionals

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.

   Facebook is a for-profit online social media and social networking service. The Facebook website was launched on February 4th, 2004 by Mark Zuckerberg, along with fellow Harvard College students and roommates. Since 2006, anyone age 13 and older has been allowed to become a registered user of Facebook though variations exist in minimum age requirement, depending on applicable local laws.

  Over 25 million people in the Uk use Facebook. That’s 45% of population! And on average, each user spends over six hours a month on Facebook. Though not the highest this is a considerable number. Is Facebook is a dangerous obsession or just harmless fun? Seventeen- year-old Bethan has written on her blog about what it was like to stop using Facebook.

   I think I am a Facebook addict. I log on to Facebook everyday to chat to my friends real friends and loads of online friends. Sometimes I have ten conversations going at the same time. I upload photos and update my Facebook profile all the time. But recently I’ve started to feel worried if I am offline for more than a few hours. And then last week I forgot to meet a real friend because I was online! I’ve realised I could have a problem. So I’ve decided to give it up for a while.

   I found it really hard. Facebook and my friends demanded to know why I had left. I spent the first few evenings wondering what everyone was chatting on Facebook. I even phoned a couple of friends to find out.

   The fourth night I wasn’t quite so bad. I actually concentrated on my homework better and I had more time to watch my TV programmes. And I spoke to my friends during the day at school. At the end of the first week, I reactivated my account, I think Facebook is fun and it’s useful for posting messages to friends and sharing photos. But I’ll try not to spend so much time on it in the future.

Question: The highlight word “it” in the passage refers to_____.

A. worrying

B. facebook

C. a problem

D. meeting her real friend

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.

“Where’s that _______ dress that your grandma gave you?”

A. pink long lovely silk

B. lovely long pink silk

C. long pink silk lovely

D. lovely pink long silk

Question 1: The puppy was_____ so much I nearly dropped him.
A. sniggering B. wriggling C. chuckling D. giggling
Question 2: We were_____ that the flight would be delayed for two hours.
A. invited B. ordered C. informed D. instructed
Question 3: He managed to _____  the branch of a tree and avoid being swept away by the flood waters.
A. clutch B. munch C. hug D. attach
Question 4: That man next to me on the bus must have been a _____ . My wallet has gone.
A. shoplifter B. kidnapper C. hijacker D. pickpocket
Question 5: The murder took place in the main street in the middle of the day, but there were no __ .
A. judges B. prosecutions C. witnesses D. juries

Mask the letter A,B or C on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other two in the position of stress in each of the following questions.                              A.reciprocity

B.strategy

C.celebrity

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The new collection is a__ of fashion and technology
A. match
B. marriage 
C. expectancy
D.complexity

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

James could not tell his parents about his many animal friends in the forest and the exciting things that he saw, but he found another way to express himself.

A. speak with voice

B. keep silent

C. write his thoughts

the villagers strongly recommend that a new school ....... Immediately 

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.

  Since water is the basis of life, composing the greater part of the tissues of all living things, the crucial problem of desert animals is to survive in a world where sources of flowing water are rare. And since man’s inexorable necessity is to absorb large quantities of water at frequent intervals, he can scarcely comprehend that many creatures of the desert pass their entire lives without a single drop.

   Uncompromising as it is, the desert has not eliminated life but only those forms unable to withstand its desiccating effects. No moist- skinned, water-loving animals can exist there. Few large animals are found. The giants of the North American desert are the deer, the coyote, and the bobcat. Since desert country is open, it holds more swift-footed running and leaping creatures than the tangled forest. Its population is largely nocturnal, silent, filled with reticence, and ruled by stealth. Yet they are not emaciated. Having adapted to their austere environment, they are as healthy as animals anywhere else in the word. The secret of their adjustment lies in the combination of behavior and physiology. None could survive if, like mad dogs and Englishmen, they went out in the midday sun; many would die in a matter of minutes. So most of them pass the burning hours asleep in cool, humid burrows underneath the ground, emerging to hunt only by night. The surface of the sun-baked desert averages around 150 degrees, but 18 inches down the temperature is only 60 degrees.

Question: The phrase “those forms” in the passage refers to all of the following EXCEPT

A. moist-skinned animals

B. many large animals

C. water-loving animals

D. the coyote and the bobcat

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.

I’m not keen on ________ control of the project to a relative newcomer

 A. alloting

B. charging

C. understanding

D. entrusting

Part 1: Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means the same as the sentence printed before it.

Example: John is taller than Frank.

Answer: Frank is shorter than John.

1. Can you play the piano well?

Are you........................................................?

2. Minh didnt go to school yesterday because of his sickness.

Because Minh...........................................................

3. She has a good relationship with her neighbors.

She gets......................................................................

4. She studies hard to pass the final examination.

She studies hard..............................................................

5. We were late for school this morning because of the traffic jam.

There was traffic jam,................................................

6. It is five months since I last visited her.

The last time I...........................................................

7. Because the rain was so heavy, I couldn't go to school.

I couldnt............................................

8. Vans brother usually goes to work by motorbike.

Vans brother usually....................................................

9:She doesnt want to talk to people she doesnt know.

She doesnt want to have.........................................

10. How much time does it take you to do your homework?

How much time do you.................?

Part 2: Respond to a written request

1. Read the email from Danny.

From: Danny

To: Ali

Subject: The bike

Hi, Ali I heard that you want to sell your bike. Is it OK to come and see the bike after college on Thursday? I dont know where you live. Can you give me your address? Id also like to know why you are selling it. Best wishes, Danny Respond to the email as if you were Ali.

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2. Read the email from Sandra.

From: Sandra

To: Jenny

Subject: The lost school bag.

Hi, Jenny I heard you lost your school bag yesterday. Where did you last see it? What does it look like? What was in it? Best wishes, Sandra Respond to the email as if you were Jenny.

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We will have some drinks________.

A. when we have completed the work

B. until we completed the work

C. after we had completed the work

D. as soon as we were completing the work

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the following questions.

Under no circumstances should you phone the police.

A. You should think hard before phoning the police

B. You should never phone the police.

C. You should phone the police as soon as possible.

her grandparent's health has....a lot after since the successful surgery.      a.picked up    b.summed up    c.given up come up

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.

   As viewed from space, Earth’s distinguishing characteristics are its blue waters and white clouds. Enveloped by an ocean of air consisting of 78% nitrogen and 21% oxygen, the planet is the only one in our solar system known to harbor life. Circling the Sun at an average distance of 149 million kilometers (93 million miles), Earth is the third planet from the Sun and the fifth largest planet in the solar system.

   Our planet’s rapid spin and molten nickel-iron core give rise to an extensive magnetic field which, coupled the atmosphere, shields us from nearly all of the harmful radiation coming from the Sun and other stars. Earth’s atmosphere protects us from meteors as well, most of which burn up in the Earth’s atmosphere before they can strike the surface. The planet active geological processes have left no evidence of the ancient pelting it almost certainly received soon after it formed about 4.6 billion years ago. The Earth has a single natural satellite – the moon.

Question: The word distinguishing as it is used in this selection means ________.

A. elevating in nature

B. characteristics like all other planets

C. devastating in nature

D. characteristics that set it apart from other planets

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.

   Millions of people are using cellphones today. In many places, it is actually considered unusual not to use one. In many countries, cellphones are very popular with young people. They find that the phones are more than a means of communication - having a mobile phone shows that they are cool and connected.

   The explosion in mobile phone use around the world has made some health professionals worried. Some doctors are concerned that in the future many people may suffer health problems from the use of mobile phones. In England, there has been a serious debate about this issue. Mobile phone companies are worried about the negative publicity of such ideas. They say that there is no proof that mobile phones are bad for your health.

   On the other hand, medical studies have shown changes in the brain cells of some people who use mobile phones. Signs of change in the tissues of the brain and head can be detected with modern scanning equipment. In one case, a traveling salesman had to retire at young age because of serious memory loss. He couldn't remember even simple tasks. He would often forget the name of his own son. This man used to talk on his mobile phone for about six hours a day, every day of his working week, for a couple of years. His family doctor blamed his mobile phone use, but his employer's doctor didn't agree.

   What is it that makes mobile phones potentially harmful? The answer is radiation. High-tech machines can detect very small amounts of radiation from mobile phones. Mobile phone companies agree that there is some radiation, but they say the amount is too small to worry about.

   As the discussion about their safety continues, it appears that it's best to use mobile phones less often. Use your regular phone if you want to talk for a long time. Use your mobile phone only when you really need it. Mobile phones can be very useful and convenient, especially in emergencies. In the future, mobile phones may have a warning label that says they are bad for your health. So for now, it's wise not to use your mobile phone too often.

Question: According to the passage, cellphones are very popular with young people because _______.

A. they make them look more stylish

B. they are worrying

C. they are a means of communication

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the following questions.

The president offered his congratulations to the players when they won the cup.

A. The president congratulated the players on their winning the match.

B. When they won the cup, the players had been offered some congratulations from the president.

C. The president would offered the players congratulations if they won the match.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer of each following questions.

If you don’t have his number, you can’t phone him.

A. You can phone him unless you have his number.

B. You can’t phone him unless you have his number.

C. You can phone him unless you don’t have his number.

D. You can’t phone him unless you don’t have his number.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.

He drove through the town ________ a hundred miles an hour

A. with

B. ∅

C. in

D. at

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.

- “Did you hear that Margaret's plan is snowbound in Chicago?”

- “We suggested that she _____ a train but she wouldn’t listen.”

A. took

B. would take

C. had taken

D. take

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The weather ______ hotter and hotter each year.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges.

- Mike: “Do you think there will be pilotless planes?” – Joe: “_____”

A. I’m afraid I can’t.

B. What for? There are quite a few around.

C. Why not? There have been cars without drivers.

D. I’m glad you like it.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.

He drove fast and arrived an hour _______ of schedule.

A. in advance

B. ahead

C. in front

D. on account

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.

It’s silly of him to spend a lot of money buying ______.

A. a thick old wooden table

B. a thick wooden old table

C. an old wooden thick table

D. a wooden thick old table

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following.

The teacher gave some suggestions on what would come out for the examination.

A. symptoms

B. demonstrations

C. effects

D. hints

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

The repeated commercials on TV distract many viewers from watching their favorite films.

A. economics

B. businesses

C. contests

D. advertisements

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.

The bus was crammed ________ students who were making ________ the central park where the festival would take place.

A. with/for

B. with/into

C. in/for

D. of/out

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges.

- “Goodbye,Jane!” - “________.”

A. So long

B. Yeah

C. The same

D. So so

The scholarship Jane was granted _______ a big difference to her life and her career

A. made            B. found           C. gave             D. got 

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 primary stress in each of the following questions.

A. quality

B. solution

C. compliment

D. energy

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.

   As viewed from space, Earth’s distinguishing characteristics are its blue waters and white clouds. Enveloped by an ocean of air consisting of 78% nitrogen and 21% oxygen, the planet is the only one in our solar system known to harbor life. Circling the Sun at an average distance of 149 million kilometers (93 million miles), Earth is the third planet from the Sun and the fifth largest planet in the solar system.

   Our planet’s rapid spin and molten nickel-iron core give rise to an extensive magnetic field which, coupled the atmosphere, shields us from nearly all of the harmful radiation coming from the Sun and other stars. Earth’s atmosphere protects us from meteors as well, most of which burn up in the Earth’s atmosphere before they can strike the surface. The planet active geological processes have left no evidence of the ancient pelting it almost certainly received soon after it formed about 4.6 billion years ago. The Earth has a single natural satellite – the moon.

Question: It’s probable that the next paragraph would discuss ________.

A. people on planets

B. the solar system as a whole

C. rings around Saturn

D. the Earth’s natural satellite – the moon

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks

   My first job was a sales assistant at a large department store. I wanted to work part-time, because I was still studying at university and I was only able to work a few nights a week.

   I came across the advertisement in the local newspaper. I remember the interview as though it were yesterday. The (19) ________ manager sat behind a large desk. He asked me various questions which surprised me because all I wanted was to work in sales. An hours later, I was told that I had got the job and was given a contract to go over. I was to be trained for ten days before I took my post. Also, as a member of staff, I was (20) ______ to some benefits, including discounts.

   When I eventually started, I was responsible (21) _______ the toy section. I really enjoyed it there and I loved demonstrating the different toys. I was surprised at how friendly my colleagues were, too. They made working there fun even when we had to deal with customers (22) ______ got on our nerves. (23) _______, working there was a great experience which I will never forget.

Question 21:

A. for

B. with

C. in

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks

   My first job was a sales assistant at a large department store. I wanted to work part-time, because I was still studying at university and I was only able to work a few nights a week.

   I came across the advertisement in the local newspaper. I remember the interview as though it were yesterday. The (19) ________ manager sat behind a large desk. He asked me various questions which surprised me because all I wanted was to work in sales. An hours later, I was told that I had got the job and was given a contract to go over. I was to be trained for ten days before I took my post. Also, as a member of staff, I was (20) ______ to some benefits, including discounts.

   When I eventually started, I was responsible (21) _______ the toy section. I really enjoyed it there and I loved demonstrating the different toys. I was surprised at how friendly my colleagues were, too. They made working there fun even when we had to deal with customers (22) ______ got on our nerves. (23) _______, working there was a great experience which I will never forget.

Question 22:

A. which

B. why

C. when

D. who