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KỲ THI THỬ THPT QUỐC GIA NĂM 2019 MÔN TIẾNG ANH(P16)

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Câu 1:

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 questions.

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D

A./s/            B./s/            C./s/            D./ɪz/


Câu 2:

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 questions.

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B

A./h/    B. ‘h’là âm câm-không phát âm  C./h/    D./h/


Câu 3:

 

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.

In the first two decades of its existence, the cinema developed rapidly

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B

“rapidly”: một cách nhanh chóng

Trái nghĩa là “slowly”: chậm chạp, chậm rãi


Câu 4:

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.

To be honest, I go to the museums once in a blue moon.

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C

“once in a blue moon”: rất hiếm, hiếm khi

Trái nghĩa là “very often”: rất thường xuyên


Câu 5:

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.

Life on Earth is disappearing fast and will continue to do so unless urgent action is taken.

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C

“disappear” = “vanish”: biến mất, tan biến, tiêu tan


Câu 6:

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.

Currently, there are more deer in the United States than at any other time in our history. 

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B

“currently” = “at present”: gần đây, hiện nay


Câu 7:

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.

He was asked to account for his presence at the scene of the crime.

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C

“account for” = “explain”: giải thích lý do cho việc gì


Câu 8:

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.(D)

Of the two lectures, the first (A)was by far the best(B), partly because the person who (C)delivered it had such a (D)dynamic style.

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A

“the best” -> “the better”

Ở đây là so sánh giữa 2 vật, nên chỉ dùng so sánh hơn mà không cần dùng so sánh nhất. “the” đóng vai trò là mạo từ (trong the lecture) chứ không phải the trong cấu trúc so sánh nhất (the most hay the adj+est)


Câu 13:

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.

Although most universities in the United States are on a semester system, which offers classes in the fall and spring, some schools observe a quarter system comprised of fall, winter, spring, and summer quarters. The academic year, September to June, is divided into three quarters of eleven weeks each beginning in September, January, and March: the summer quarter, June to August, is composed of shorter sessions of varied lengths.

There are several advantages and disadvantages to the quarter system. On the plus side, students who wish to complete their degrees in less than the customary four years may take advantage of the opportunity to study year round by enrolling in all four quarters. In addition, although most students begin their programs in the fall quarter, they may enter at the beginning of any other quarters. Finally, since the physical facilities are kept in operation year round, the resources are used effectively to serve the greatest number of students. But there are several disadvantages as well. Many faculties complain that the eleven- week term is simply not enough for them to cover the material required by most college courses. Students also find it difficult to complete the assignments in such a short period of time.

In order to combine the advantages of the quarter system with those of the semester system some colleges and universities have instituted a three-term trimester system. In fourteen weeks, faculty and students have more time to cover material and finish course requirements, but the additional term provides options for admission during the year and accelerates the degree programs for those students who wish to graduate early.

The word "customary" in paragraph 2 could best be replaced by________.

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C

"customary" = “traditional”: theo thường lệ, theo truyền thống


Câu 14:

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.

Although most universities in the United States are on a semester system, which offers classes in the fall and spring, some schools observe a quarter system comprised of fall, winter, spring, and summer quarters. The academic year, September to June, is divided into three quarters of eleven weeks each beginning in September, January, and March: the summer quarter, June to August, is composed of shorter sessions of varied lengths.

There are several advantages and disadvantages to the quarter system. On the plus side, students who wish to complete their degrees in less than the customary four years may take advantage of the opportunity to study year round by enrolling in all four quarters. In addition, although most students begin their programs in the fall quarter, they may enter at the beginning of any other quarters. Finally, since the physical facilities are kept in operation year round, the resources are used effectively to serve the greatest number of students. But there are several disadvantages as well. Many faculties complain that the eleven- week term is simply not enough for them to cover the material required by most college courses. Students also find it difficult to complete the assignments in such a short period of time.

In order to combine the advantages of the quarter system with those of the semester system some colleges and universities have instituted a three-term trimester system. In fourteen weeks, faculty and students have more time to cover material and finish course requirements, but the additional term provides options for admission during the year and accelerates the degree programs for those students who wish to graduate early.

When is the academic year? 

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D

Thông tin ở câu thứ 2 của đoạn 1: “The academic year, September to June


Câu 15:

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.

Although most universities in the United States are on a semester system, which offers classes in the fall and spring, some schools observe a quarter system comprised of fall, winter, spring, and summer quarters. The academic year, September to June, is divided into three quarters of eleven weeks each beginning in September, January, and March: the summer quarter, June to August, is composed of shorter sessions of varied lengths.

There are several advantages and disadvantages to the quarter system. On the plus side, students who wish to complete their degrees in less than the customary four years may take advantage of the opportunity to study year round by enrolling in all four quarters. In addition, although most students begin their programs in the fall quarter, they may enter at the beginning of any other quarters. Finally, since the physical facilities are kept in operation year round, the resources are used effectively to serve the greatest number of students. But there are several disadvantages as well. Many faculties complain that the eleven- week term is simply not enough for them to cover the material required by most college courses. Students also find it difficult to complete the assignments in such a short period of time.

In order to combine the advantages of the quarter system with those of the semester system some colleges and universities have instituted a three-term trimester system. In fourteen weeks, faculty and students have more time to cover material and finish course requirements, but the additional term provides options for admission during the year and accelerates the degree programs for those students who wish to graduate early.

Where would this passage most probably be found?

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C

Bài viết này có thể tìm thấy ở sách hướng dẫn chung về đại học và cao đẳng ở Mỹ. Bài viết cung cấp những kiến thức chung về đại học, về ưu nhược điểm và cách kết hợp nhiều ưu điểm,…


Câu 16:

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.

Although most universities in the United States are on a semester system, which offers classes in the fall and spring, some schools observe a quarter system comprised of fall, winter, spring, and summer quarters. The academic year, September to June, is divided into three quarters of eleven weeks each beginning in September, January, and March: the summer quarter, June to August, is composed of shorter sessions of varied lengths.

There are several advantages and disadvantages to the quarter system. On the plus side, students who wish to complete their degrees in less than the customary four years may take advantage of the opportunity to study year round by enrolling in all four quarters. In addition, although most students begin their programs in the fall quarter, they may enter at the beginning of any other quarters. Finally, since the physical facilities are kept in operation year round, the resources are used effectively to serve the greatest number of students. But there are several disadvantages as well. Many faculties complain that the eleven- week term is simply not enough for them to cover the material required by most college courses. Students also find it difficult to complete the assignments in such a short period of time.

In order to combine the advantages of the quarter system with those of the semester system some colleges and universities have instituted a three-term trimester system. In fourteen weeks, faculty and students have more time to cover material and finish course requirements, but the additional term provides options for admission during the year and accelerates the degree programs for those students who wish to graduate early.

A semester system______________.

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C

A semester system has two major sessions a year (hệ thống học kỳ có 2 kỳ mỗi năm) đó là: September to June và June to August


Câu 17:

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.

Although most universities in the United States are on a semester system, which offers classes in the fall and spring, some schools observe a quarter system comprised of fall, winter, spring, and summer quarters. The academic year, September to June, is divided into three quarters of eleven weeks each beginning in September, January, and March: the summer quarter, June to August, is composed of shorter sessions of varied lengths.

There are several advantages and disadvantages to the quarter system. On the plus side, students who wish to complete their degrees in less than the customary four years may take advantage of the opportunity to study year round by enrolling in all four quarters. In addition, although most students begin their programs in the fall quarter, they may enter at the beginning of any other quarters. Finally, since the physical facilities are kept in operation year round, the resources are used effectively to serve the greatest number of students. But there are several disadvantages as well. Many faculties complain that the eleven- week term is simply not enough for them to cover the material required by most college courses. Students also find it difficult to complete the assignments in such a short period of time.

In order to combine the advantages of the quarter system with those of the semester system some colleges and universities have instituted a three-term trimester system. In fourteen weeks, faculty and students have more time to cover material and finish course requirements, but the additional term provides options for admission during the year and accelerates the degree programs for those students who wish to graduate early.

The word "instituted" in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to_______.

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B

"instituted" = “established”: thành lập, mở, tiến hành  


Câu 18:

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.

Although most universities in the United States are on a semester system, which offers classes in the fall and spring, some schools observe a quarter system comprised of fall, winter, spring, and summer quarters. The academic year, September to June, is divided into three quarters of eleven weeks each beginning in September, January, and March: the summer quarter, June to August, is composed of shorter sessions of varied lengths.

There are several advantages and disadvantages to the quarter system. On the plus side, students who wish to complete their degrees in less than the customary four years may take advantage of the opportunity to study year round by enrolling in all four quarters. In addition, although most students begin their programs in the fall quarter, they may enter at the beginning of any other quarters. Finally, since the physical facilities are kept in operation year round, the resources are used effectively to serve the greatest number of students. But there are several disadvantages as well. Many faculties complain that the eleven- week term is simply not enough for them to cover the material required by most college courses. Students also find it difficult to complete the assignments in such a short period of time.

In order to combine the advantages of the quarter system with those of the semester system some colleges and universities have instituted a three-term trimester system. In fourteen weeks, faculty and students have more time to cover material and finish course requirements, but the additional term provides options for admission during the year and accelerates the degree programs for those students who wish to graduate early.

How many terms are there in a quarter system?

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D

Thông tin ở câu cuối đoạn 1: “The academic year, September to June, is divided into three quarters of eleven weeks each beginning in September, January, and March: the summer quarter, June to August, is composed of shorter sessions   of varied lengths.”

=> có three regular terms and one summer term trong hệ thống quarter system


Câu 19:

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.

Although most universities in the United States are on a semester system, which offers classes in the fall and spring, some schools observe a quarter system comprised of fall, winter, spring, and summer quarters. The academic year, September to June, is divided into three quarters of eleven weeks each beginning in September, January, and March: the summer quarter, June to August, is composed of shorter sessions of varied lengths.

There are several advantages and disadvantages to the quarter system. On the plus side, students who wish to complete their degrees in less than the customary four years may take advantage of the opportunity to study year round by enrolling in all four quarters. In addition, although most students begin their programs in the fall quarter, they may enter at the beginning of any other quarters. Finally, since the physical facilities are kept in operation year round, the resources are used effectively to serve the greatest number of students. But there are several disadvantages as well. Many faculties complain that the eleven- week term is simply not enough for them to cover the material required by most college courses. Students also find it difficult to complete the assignments in such a short period of time.

In order to combine the advantages of the quarter system with those of the semester system some colleges and universities have instituted a three-term trimester system. In fourteen weeks, faculty and students have more time to cover material and finish course requirements, but the additional term provides options for admission during the year and accelerates the degree programs for those students who wish to graduate early.

Which of the following characteristics does NOT apply to trimesters?

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B

Thông tin ở đoạn cuối: “system some colleges and universities have instituted a three-term trimester system. In fourteen weeks…”

Tức là trimester system có 14 weeks chứ không phải là 11 weeks


Câu 20:

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.

Although most universities in the United States are on a semester system, which offers classes in the fall and spring, some schools observe a quarter system comprised of fall, winter, spring, and summer quarters. The academic year, September to June, is divided into three quarters of eleven weeks each beginning in September, January, and March: the summer quarter, June to August, is composed of shorter sessions of varied lengths.

There are several advantages and disadvantages to the quarter system. On the plus side, students who wish to complete their degrees in less than the customary four years may take advantage of the opportunity to study year round by enrolling in all four quarters. In addition, although most students begin their programs in the fall quarter, they may enter at the beginning of any other quarters. Finally, since the physical facilities are kept in operation year round, the resources are used effectively to serve the greatest number of students. But there are several disadvantages as well. Many faculties complain that the eleven- week term is simply not enough for them to cover the material required by most college courses. Students also find it difficult to complete the assignments in such a short period of time.

In order to combine the advantages of the quarter system with those of the semester system some colleges and universities have instituted a three-term trimester system. In fourteen weeks, faculty and students have more time to cover material and finish course requirements, but the additional term provides options for admission during the year and accelerates the degree programs for those students who wish to graduate early.

Which of the following would be the best title for this passage?

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D

Thông tin ở những câu đầu tiên của các đoạn:

- Although most universities in the United States are on a semester system, which offers classes in the fall and spring, some schools observe a quarter system comprised of fall, winter, spring, and summer quarters.

- There are several advantages and disadvantages to the quarter system.

- In order to combine the advantages of the quarter system with those of the semester system…

Tiêu đề phù hợp nhất cho bài đọc là the quarter system


Câu 21:

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.

Although most universities in the United States are on a semester system, which offers classes in the fall and spring, some schools observe a quarter system comprised of fall, winter, spring, and summer quarters. The academic year, September to June, is divided into three quarters of eleven weeks each beginning in September, January, and March: the summer quarter, June to August, is composed of shorter sessions of varied lengths.

There are several advantages and disadvantages to the quarter system. On the plus side, students who wish to complete their degrees in less than the customary four years may take advantage of the opportunity to study year round by enrolling in all four quarters. In addition, although most students begin their programs in the fall quarter, they may enter at the beginning of any other quarters. Finally, since the physical facilities are kept in operation year round, the resources are used effectively to serve the greatest number of students. But there are several disadvantages as well. Many faculties complain that the eleven- week term is simply not enough for them to cover the material required by most college courses. Students also find it difficult to complete the assignments in such a short period of time.

In order to combine the advantages of the quarter system with those of the semester system some colleges and universities have instituted a three-term trimester system. In fourteen weeks, faculty and students have more time to cover material and finish course requirements, but the additional term provides options for admission during the year and accelerates the degree programs for those students who wish to graduate early.

When may students begin studying in a school that uses a quarter system?

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B

Thông tin: “In addition, although most students begin their programs in the fall quarter, they may enter at the beginning of any other quarters.” (B. At the beginning of any quarter)


Câu 22:

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.

Although most universities in the United States are on a semester system, which offers classes in the fall and spring, some schools observe a quarter system comprised of fall, winter, spring, and summer quarters. The academic year, September to June, is divided into three quarters of eleven weeks each beginning in September, January, and March: the summer quarter, June to August, is composed of shorter sessions of varied lengths.

There are several advantages and disadvantages to the quarter system. On the plus side, students who wish to complete their degrees in less than the customary four years may take advantage of the opportunity to study year round by enrolling in all four quarters. In addition, although most students begin their programs in the fall quarter, they may enter at the beginning of any other quarters. Finally, since the physical facilities are kept in operation year round, the resources are used effectively to serve the greatest number of students. But there are several disadvantages as well. Many faculties complain that the eleven- week term is simply not enough for them to cover the material required by most college courses. Students also find it difficult to complete the assignments in such a short period of time.

In order to combine the advantages of the quarter system with those of the semester system some colleges and universities have instituted a three-term trimester system. In fourteen weeks, faculty and students have more time to cover material and finish course requirements, but the additional term provides options for admission during the year and accelerates the degree programs for those students who wish to graduate early.

The word "them" in paragraph 2 refers to___________.

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B

“them” được thay thế cho faculties trong cụm phía trước đó: “Many faculties complain that the eleven- week term is simply not enough for them to cover the material required by most college courses.”


Câu 23:

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose stress differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.

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C

Phần C trọng âm rơi vào âm tiết thứ 2, còn lại là thứ nhất


Câu 24:

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose stress differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.

A. commodity      B. Difficulty                   C. Simplicity                 D. discovery

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B

Phần B trọng âm rơi vào âm tiết thứ nhất, còn lại là thứ 2


Câu 25:

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose stress differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.

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A

Phần A trọng âm rơi vào âm tiết thứ 2, còn lại là thứ nhất


Câu 26:

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 following questions.

THE BOOK IN THE 21st CENTURY

How many times in the last hundred years or so have people talked of the imminent death of the book? Films were an early threat because they were so effective at telling stories in a visual way. Next there was radio, (26)  stepped into the mid-twentieth century and provided such an alternative to books as drama, documentaries and discussions. When television arrived, many people believed that it would finish the book off. Nowadays, (27)        the threat by TV, the book is thought to be endangered by computers and the Internet, and by other technological attractions  (28)                the CD and the video game, too.

Surely there are now reasons why (29)               book ought to be dead, or at least very badly injured. If so, why does it not show proper respect for these reportedly less literate times (30)               die out? There is  clearly  more  than  a  single  answer  to  this  question.  Firstly,  we  have  more  leisure  time  than    we (31)               to, and people are generally living longer, which means there is more time to do more (including reading books). As  (32)              as this, there is the strength of the book as a tradition. We are all too dismissive of traditions in our modern world, but they can have very strong pull (33)              us.

Added to this, the book is such a practical tool: it doesn't cost too (34)                 , it is usually small enough to carry around, and it can easily be  (35)                        . We will never go without books, because they have served us so well for so long.

Điền vào ô 26

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B

“which” là mệnh đề quan hệ, thay thế cho radio ở phía trước dấu phảy


Câu 27:

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 following questions.

THE BOOK IN THE 21st CENTURY

How many times in the last hundred years or so have people talked of the imminent death of the book? Films were an early threat because they were so effective at telling stories in a visual way. Next there was radio, (26)  stepped into the mid-twentieth century and provided such an alternative to books as drama, documentaries and discussions. When television arrived, many people believed that it would finish the book off. Nowadays, (27)        the threat by TV, the book is thought to be endangered by computers and the Internet, and by other technological attractions  (28)                the CD and the video game, too.

Surely there are now reasons why (29)               book ought to be dead, or at least very badly injured. If so, why does it not show proper respect for these reportedly less literate times (30)               die out? There is  clearly  more  than  a  single  answer  to  this  question.  Firstly,  we  have  more  leisure  time  than    we (31)               to, and people are generally living longer, which means there is more time to do more (including reading books). As  (32)              as this, there is the strength of the book as a tradition. We are all too dismissive of traditions in our modern world, but they can have very strong pull (33)              us.

Added to this, the book is such a practical tool: it doesn't cost too (34)                 , it is usually small enough to carry around, and it can easily be  (35)                        . We will never go without books, because they have served us so well for so long.

Điền vào ô 27

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B

“besides” = moreover, in addtion to: thêm vào đó, bên cạnh đó.

Khác với “beside”: bên cạnh (vị trí)


Câu 28:

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 following questions.

THE BOOK IN THE 21st CENTURY

How many times in the last hundred years or so have people talked of the imminent death of the book? Films were an early threat because they were so effective at telling stories in a visual way. Next there was radio, (26)  stepped into the mid-twentieth century and provided such an alternative to books as drama, documentaries and discussions. When television arrived, many people believed that it would finish the book off. Nowadays, (27)        the threat by TV, the book is thought to be endangered by computers and the Internet, and by other technological attractions  (28)                the CD and the video game, too.

Surely there are now reasons why (29)               book ought to be dead, or at least very badly injured. If so, why does it not show proper respect for these reportedly less literate times (30)               die out? There is  clearly  more  than  a  single  answer  to  this  question.  Firstly,  we  have  more  leisure  time  than    we (31)               to, and people are generally living longer, which means there is more time to do more (including reading books). As  (32)              as this, there is the strength of the book as a tradition. We are all too dismissive of traditions in our modern world, but they can have very strong pull (33)              us.

Added to this, the book is such a practical tool: it doesn't cost too (34)                 , it is usually small enough to carry around, and it can easily be  (35)                        . We will never go without books, because they have served us so well for so long.

Điền vào ô 28

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D

“like”: như là…(liệt kê) = such as


Câu 29:

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 following questions.

THE BOOK IN THE 21st CENTURY

How many times in the last hundred years or so have people talked of the imminent death of the book? Films were an early threat because they were so effective at telling stories in a visual way. Next there was radio, (26)  stepped into the mid-twentieth century and provided such an alternative to books as drama, documentaries and discussions. When television arrived, many people believed that it would finish the book off. Nowadays, (27)        the threat by TV, the book is thought to be endangered by computers and the Internet, and by other technological attractions  (28)                the CD and the video game, too.

Surely there are now reasons why (29)               book ought to be dead, or at least very badly injured. If so, why does it not show proper respect for these reportedly less literate times (30)               die out? There is  clearly  more  than  a  single  answer  to  this  question.  Firstly,  we  have  more  leisure  time  than    we (31)               to, and people are generally living longer, which means there is more time to do more (including reading books). As  (32)              as this, there is the strength of the book as a tradition. We are all too dismissive of traditions in our modern world, but they can have very strong pull (33)              us.

Added to this, the book is such a practical tool: it doesn't cost too (34)                 , it is usually small enough to carry around, and it can easily be  (35)                        . We will never go without books, because they have served us so well for so long.

Điền vào ô 29

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C

“that” và “this” đều không phù hợp, vì không phải nói đến một loại sách cụ thể nào đó. Giữa mạo từ the và a thì the book là đúng hơn cả


Câu 30:

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 following questions.

THE BOOK IN THE 21st CENTURY

How many times in the last hundred years or so have people talked of the imminent death of the book? Films were an early threat because they were so effective at telling stories in a visual way. Next there was radio, (26)  stepped into the mid-twentieth century and provided such an alternative to books as drama, documentaries and discussions. When television arrived, many people believed that it would finish the book off. Nowadays, (27)        the threat by TV, the book is thought to be endangered by computers and the Internet, and by other technological attractions  (28)                the CD and the video game, too.

Surely there are now reasons why (29)               book ought to be dead, or at least very badly injured. If so, why does it not show proper respect for these reportedly less literate times (30)               die out? There is  clearly  more  than  a  single  answer  to  this  question.  Firstly,  we  have  more  leisure  time  than    we (31)               to, and people are generally living longer, which means there is more time to do more (including reading books). As  (32)              as this, there is the strength of the book as a tradition. We are all too dismissive of traditions in our modern world, but they can have very strong pull (33)              us.

Added to this, the book is such a practical tool: it doesn't cost too (34)                 , it is usually small enough to carry around, and it can easily be  (35)                        . We will never go without books, because they have served us so well for so long.

Điền vào ô 30

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B

Liên kết giữa 2 vế của câu, và 2 vế có sự giống nhau về chức năng trong câu, nên dùng liên từ and


Câu 31:

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 following questions.

THE BOOK IN THE 21st CENTURY

How many times in the last hundred years or so have people talked of the imminent death of the book? Films were an early threat because they were so effective at telling stories in a visual way. Next there was radio, (26)  stepped into the mid-twentieth century and provided such an alternative to books as drama, documentaries and discussions. When television arrived, many people believed that it would finish the book off. Nowadays, (27)        the threat by TV, the book is thought to be endangered by computers and the Internet, and by other technological attractions  (28)                the CD and the video game, too.

Surely there are now reasons why (29)               book ought to be dead, or at least very badly injured. If so, why does it not show proper respect for these reportedly less literate times (30)               die out? There is  clearly  more  than  a  single  answer  to  this  question.  Firstly,  we  have  more  leisure  time  than    we (31)               to, and people are generally living longer, which means there is more time to do more (including reading books). As  (32)              as this, there is the strength of the book as a tradition. We are all too dismissive of traditions in our modern world, but they can have very strong pull (33)              us.

Added to this, the book is such a practical tool: it doesn't cost too (34)                 , it is usually small enough to carry around, and it can easily be  (35)                        . We will never go without books, because they have served us so well for so long.

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C

“used to”: đã từng

“used to” + V nguyên thể


Câu 32:

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 following questions.

THE BOOK IN THE 21st CENTURY

How many times in the last hundred years or so have people talked of the imminent death of the book? Films were an early threat because they were so effective at telling stories in a visual way. Next there was radio, (26)  stepped into the mid-twentieth century and provided such an alternative to books as drama, documentaries and discussions. When television arrived, many people believed that it would finish the book off. Nowadays, (27)        the threat by TV, the book is thought to be endangered by computers and the Internet, and by other technological attractions  (28)                the CD and the video game, too.

Surely there are now reasons why (29)               book ought to be dead, or at least very badly injured. If so, why does it not show proper respect for these reportedly less literate times (30)               die out? There is  clearly  more  than  a  single  answer  to  this  question.  Firstly,  we  have  more  leisure  time  than    we (31)               to, and people are generally living longer, which means there is more time to do more (including reading books). As  (32)              as this, there is the strength of the book as a tradition. We are all too dismissive of traditions in our modern world, but they can have very strong pull (33)              us.

Added to this, the book is such a practical tool: it doesn't cost too (34)                 , it is usually small enough to carry around, and it can easily be  (35)                        . We will never go without books, because they have served us so well for so long.

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A

Cụm “as soon as”: ngay khi…


Câu 33:

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 following questions.

THE BOOK IN THE 21st CENTURY

How many times in the last hundred years or so have people talked of the imminent death of the book? Films were an early threat because they were so effective at telling stories in a visual way. Next there was radio, (26)  stepped into the mid-twentieth century and provided such an alternative to books as drama, documentaries and discussions. When television arrived, many people believed that it would finish the book off. Nowadays, (27)        the threat by TV, the book is thought to be endangered by computers and the Internet, and by other technological attractions  (28)                the CD and the video game, too.

Surely there are now reasons why (29)               book ought to be dead, or at least very badly injured. If so, why does it not show proper respect for these reportedly less literate times (30)               die out? There is  clearly  more  than  a  single  answer  to  this  question.  Firstly,  we  have  more  leisure  time  than    we (31)               to, and people are generally living longer, which means there is more time to do more (including reading books). As  (32)              as this, there is the strength of the book as a tradition. We are all too dismissive of traditions in our modern world, but they can have very strong pull (33)              us.

Added to this, the book is such a practical tool: it doesn't cost too (34)                 , it is usually small enough to carry around, and it can easily be  (35)                        . We will never go without books, because they have served us so well for so long.

Điền vào ô 33

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B

“they have very strong pull on us”: chúng có sức hút/sức lôi kéo lớn đối với chúng ta


Câu 34:

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 following questions.

THE BOOK IN THE 21st CENTURY

How many times in the last hundred years or so have people talked of the imminent death of the book? Films were an early threat because they were so effective at telling stories in a visual way. Next there was radio, (26)  stepped into the mid-twentieth century and provided such an alternative to books as drama, documentaries and discussions. When television arrived, many people believed that it would finish the book off. Nowadays, (27)        the threat by TV, the book is thought to be endangered by computers and the Internet, and by other technological attractions  (28)                the CD and the video game, too.

Surely there are now reasons why (29)               book ought to be dead, or at least very badly injured. If so, why does it not show proper respect for these reportedly less literate times (30)               die out? There is  clearly  more  than  a  single  answer  to  this  question.  Firstly,  we  have  more  leisure  time  than    we (31)               to, and people are generally living longer, which means there is more time to do more (including reading books). As  (32)              as this, there is the strength of the book as a tradition. We are all too dismissive of traditions in our modern world, but they can have very strong pull (33)              us.

Added to this, the book is such a practical tool: it doesn't cost too (34)                 , it is usually small enough to carry around, and it can easily be  (35)                        . We will never go without books, because they have served us so well for so long.

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D

“too much”: quá nhiều

Khi đi cùng giá cả thì dùng much chứ không dùng many, more hay less


Câu 35:

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 following questions.

THE BOOK IN THE 21st CENTURY

How many times in the last hundred years or so have people talked of the imminent death of the book? Films were an early threat because they were so effective at telling stories in a visual way. Next there was radio, (26)  stepped into the mid-twentieth century and provided such an alternative to books as drama, documentaries and discussions. When television arrived, many people believed that it would finish the book off. Nowadays, (27)        the threat by TV, the book is thought to be endangered by computers and the Internet, and by other technological attractions  (28)                the CD and the video game, too.

Surely there are now reasons why (29)               book ought to be dead, or at least very badly injured. If so, why does it not show proper respect for these reportedly less literate times (30)               die out? There is  clearly  more  than  a  single  answer  to  this  question.  Firstly,  we  have  more  leisure  time  than    we (31)               to, and people are generally living longer, which means there is more time to do more (including reading books). As  (32)              as this, there is the strength of the book as a tradition. We are all too dismissive of traditions in our modern world, but they can have very strong pull (33)              us.

Added to this, the book is such a practical tool: it doesn't cost too (34)                 , it is usually small enough to carry around, and it can easily be  (35)                        . We will never go without books, because they have served us so well for so long.

Điền vào ô 35

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D

“revisit”: nhìn lại/thăm lại

Trong ngữ cảnh này có thể dịch là đọc lại cuốn sách nào đó


Câu 36:

__________students in our class is 45.

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 B

“The number of…” được tính là danh từ số ít, phù hợp với động từ to be là is

Còn “a number of…” là danh từ số nhiều


Câu 37:

I have only had time to___________ the report before going to the meeting.

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B

Cụm “dip into” trong ngữ cảnh“water polo” là một môn thể thao đồng đội

Vì thế chọn đáp án là team này được dịch là đọc một phần (của cái gì) một cách nhanh chóng, lướt qua


Câu 38:

Water polo was the first____________sport to be added to the Olympic program in 1900

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D

“water polo” là một môn thể thao đồng đội

Vì thế chọn đáp án là team


Câu 39:

The government____________the flood victims with food, clothes and money. 

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C

Cấu trúc “provide sb with st”: cung cấp cho ai đó cái gì


Câu 40:

By the year 2020, many people currently employed_______ their jobs.

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B Có cụm By the year 2020 nên sẽ dùng thì tương lai hoàn thành

Chủ ngữ là người nên câu được chia ở dạng chủ động, do đó đáp án A sai. Đáp án là will have lost


Câu 41:

There is a very clear relationship ________ education and academic success.

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A

“between…and…”: giữa cái này với cái kia (chỉ so sánh giữa 2 sự vật)


Câu 42:

Nancy said she__________come over right after work, so she________ be here by 6.00.

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C

Câu gián tiếp lùi 1 thì, will -> would

“must” trong câu có thể diễn tả nhận định khá chắc chắn


Câu 43:

Bill and Bob are in a coffee shop. Bill is asking Bob for his opinion about the coffee there. Choose the most suitable response to fill in the blank in the following exchange. Bill: "How's the coffee there?" Bob: "__________ ."

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D

- cà phê ở đây thế nào?

- nói thật là nó hơi đắng một chút


Câu 44:

The passengers had to wait because the plane________off one hour late.

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D

Cụm “take off”: cất cánh (máy bay)


Câu 45:

There are several means of mass communication. The newspaper is one. Television is_______

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D

“another”: một cái khác

Không có the another

“the other” và “other” đều phải đi kèm thêm một danh từ phía sau


Câu 46:

The computer has had an enormous_________on the way we work.

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A

Cấu trúc “have influence on…”: có ảnh hưởng đến…


Câu 47:

A woman can never have a happy married life without__________her husband. 

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D

“trust”: tin tưởng

Hôn nhân không thể hạnh phúc nếu thiếu tin tưởng


Câu 48:

"You've saved my life. I thank you from the_________of my heart."

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B

 Cụm thường gặp “from bottom of one’s heart”: từ tận đáy lòng


Câu 49:

More and more people_________of food poisoning nowadays.

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D

Cấu trúc “die of st”: chết vì…(nguyên do gì)


Câu 50:

_________he would be there, I would have never agreed to come.

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D

“Had I known” = “If I had known”


Câu 51:

The raw sewage needs to be___________treated.

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A

Ở đây cần một trạng từ bổ sung ý nghĩa cho động từ treat

“chemically”: về mặt hoá chất


Câu 52:

The activities of the international marketing researcher are frequently much broader than______.

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B

Đáp án: those of the domestic marketer

“those” được thay thế cho The activities


Câu 53:

John lost the________bicycle he bought last week and his parents were very angry with him because of his carelessness.

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C

Vị trí của tính từ trong câu:

Opinion (beautiful) + Age (new) + Color (blue) + Origin (Japanese) +noun


Câu 54:

Mike's inviting Sue to go dancing. Choose the most suitable response to fill in the blank in the following exchange. Mike: "Shall we go dancing tonight?" Sue: "________."

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C

Câu trả lời cho câu hỏi mời/gợi ý Shall we…? Là let’s

Đáp án là Yes, let’s


Câu 55:

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.

When the first white men came to America, they found vast amounts of natural resources of tremendous value. Forests covered a large part of the nation; later gas, oil and minerals were found in unbelievable amounts. There was a great abundance of very fertile soil. Forests, prairies, streams and rivers abounded with wildlife. So vast were these resources that it seemed that they could never be used up. So forests were destroyed to make way for farmland. Grasslands and prairies were ploughed and harrowed. Minerals and oil were used in great quantities to supply a young industrial nation. Almost every river became the scene of factories, mills and power companies. Mammals and birds were slaughtered for food and sport.

Within a short time, the results were obvious. Floods caused millions of dollars worth of damage yearly. The very fertile soil was washed away or blown up in great clouds. The seemingly inexhaustible oil and minerals showed signs of depletion. Rivers were filled with silt from eroding farms and wastes from factories. Many of the rivers were made unfit for fish. Several species of birds disappeared, and some mammals seemed on the verge of going. Future timber shortages were predicted. In short, Americans soon became to realize that some sort of conservation program must be set up, if future as well as present Americans were to share in the resources that are the heritage of every American.

According to the passage, all the following are true EXCEPT_____- 

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D.

Thông tin:

- Grasslands and prairies were ploughed and harrowed. (=A. They plowed ;and harrowed grasslands and prairies) : Các đồng cỏ đã bị cày bừa

- Mammals and birds were slaughtered for food and sport. ( B. They killed animals for food and sport)

- Minerals and oil were used in great quantities (Khoáng chất và dầu được dùng với số lượng lớn = C.      The early American settlers used a lot of minerals and oil)

Chỉ có D.    They grew different kinds of plants in prairies là không đúng


Câu 56:

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.

When the first white men came to America, they found vast amounts of natural resources of tremendous value. Forests covered a large part of the nation; later gas, oil and minerals were found in unbelievable amounts. There was a great abundance of very fertile soil. Forests, prairies, streams and rivers abounded with wildlife. So vast were these resources that it seemed that they could never be used up. So forests were destroyed to make way for farmland. Grasslands and prairies were ploughed and harrowed. Minerals and oil were used in great quantities to supply a young industrial nation. Almost every river became the scene of factories, mills and power companies. Mammals and birds were slaughtered for food and sport.

Within a short time, the results were obvious. Floods caused millions of dollars worth of damage yearly. The very fertile soil was washed away or blown up in great clouds. The seemingly inexhaustible oil and minerals showed signs of depletion. Rivers were filled with silt from eroding farms and wastes from factories. Many of the rivers were made unfit for fish. Several species of birds disappeared, and some mammals seemed on the verge of going. Future timber shortages were predicted. In short, Americans soon became to realize that some sort of conservation program must be set up, if future as well as present Americans were to share in the resources that are the heritage of every American.

One reason why many of our rivers are no longer suitable living places for fish is that _________

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A

Thông tin ở đoạn thứ 2: “Rivers were filled with silt from eroding farms and wastes from factories. Many of the rivers were made unfit for fish.” Sông chứa đựng bùn, rác từ các nhà máy. Nhiều dòng sông không phù hợp cho cá sống


Câu 57:

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.

When the first white men came to America, they found vast amounts of natural resources of tremendous value. Forests covered a large part of the nation; later gas, oil and minerals were found in unbelievable amounts. There was a great abundance of very fertile soil. Forests, prairies, streams and rivers abounded with wildlife. So vast were these resources that it seemed that they could never be used up. So forests were destroyed to make way for farmland. Grasslands and prairies were ploughed and harrowed. Minerals and oil were used in great quantities to supply a young industrial nation. Almost every river became the scene of factories, mills and power companies. Mammals and birds were slaughtered for food and sport.

Within a short time, the results were obvious. Floods caused millions of dollars worth of damage yearly. The very fertile soil was washed away or blown up in great clouds. The seemingly inexhaustible oil and minerals showed signs of depletion. Rivers were filled with silt from eroding farms and wastes from factories. Many of the rivers were made unfit for fish. Several species of birds disappeared, and some mammals seemed on the verge of going. Future timber shortages were predicted. In short, Americans soon became to realize that some sort of conservation program must be set up, if future as well as present Americans were to share in the resources that are the heritage of every American.

Americans soon came to realize that _______

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D

Thông tin ở câu cuối của bài: “In short, Americans soon became to realize that some sort of conservation program must be set up…” = they must establish a conservation program


Câu 58:

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.

When the first white men came to America, they found vast amounts of natural resources of tremendous value. Forests covered a large part of the nation; later gas, oil and minerals were found in unbelievable amounts. There was a great abundance of very fertile soil. Forests, prairies, streams and rivers abounded with wildlife. So vast were these resources that it seemed that they could never be used up. So forests were destroyed to make way for farmland. Grasslands and prairies were ploughed and harrowed. Minerals and oil were used in great quantities to supply a young industrial nation. Almost every river became the scene of factories, mills and power companies. Mammals and birds were slaughtered for food and sport.

Within a short time, the results were obvious. Floods caused millions of dollars worth of damage yearly. The very fertile soil was washed away or blown up in great clouds. The seemingly inexhaustible oil and minerals showed signs of depletion. Rivers were filled with silt from eroding farms and wastes from factories. Many of the rivers were made unfit for fish. Several species of birds disappeared, and some mammals seemed on the verge of going. Future timber shortages were predicted. In short, Americans soon became to realize that some sort of conservation program must be set up, if future as well as present Americans were to share in the resources that are the heritage of every American.

Some species of birds and mammals seemed___________.

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A

Mammals and birds were slaughtered for food and sport. Nhiều động vật và chim bị giết hại để lấy thực phẩm và phục vụ thể thao. Vì thế, một số loài chim và động vật dường như đã bị tuyệt chủng (to become extinct)


Câu 59:

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.

When the first white men came to America, they found vast amounts of natural resources of tremendous value. Forests covered a large part of the nation; later gas, oil and minerals were found in unbelievable amounts. There was a great abundance of very fertile soil. Forests, prairies, streams and rivers abounded with wildlife. So vast were these resources that it seemed that they could never be used up. So forests were destroyed to make way for farmland. Grasslands and prairies were ploughed and harrowed. Minerals and oil were used in great quantities to supply a young industrial nation. Almost every river became the scene of factories, mills and power companies. Mammals and birds were slaughtered for food and sport.

Within a short time, the results were obvious. Floods caused millions of dollars worth of damage yearly. The very fertile soil was washed away or blown up in great clouds. The seemingly inexhaustible oil and minerals showed signs of depletion. Rivers were filled with silt from eroding farms and wastes from factories. Many of the rivers were made unfit for fish. Several species of birds disappeared, and some mammals seemed on the verge of going. Future timber shortages were predicted. In short, Americans soon became to realize that some sort of conservation program must be set up, if future as well as present Americans were to share in the resources that are the heritage of every American.

The word "silt" in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to_____________

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D

“silt” = “mud”: bùn


Câu 60:

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.

When the first white men came to America, they found vast amounts of natural resources of tremendous value. Forests covered a large part of the nation; later gas, oil and minerals were found in unbelievable amounts. There was a great abundance of very fertile soil. Forests, prairies, streams and rivers abounded with wildlife. So vast were these resources that it seemed that they could never be used up. So forests were destroyed to make way for farmland. Grasslands and prairies were ploughed and harrowed. Minerals and oil were used in great quantities to supply a young industrial nation. Almost every river became the scene of factories, mills and power companies. Mammals and birds were slaughtered for food and sport.

Within a short time, the results were obvious. Floods caused millions of dollars worth of damage yearly. The very fertile soil was washed away or blown up in great clouds. The seemingly inexhaustible oil and minerals showed signs of depletion. Rivers were filled with silt from eroding farms and wastes from factories. Many of the rivers were made unfit for fish. Several species of birds disappeared, and some mammals seemed on the verge of going. Future timber shortages were predicted. In short, Americans soon became to realize that some sort of conservation program must be set up, if future as well as present Americans were to share in the resources that are the heritage of every American.

The use of America's natural resources by the early settlers was___________. 

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D

Sự sử dụng tài nguyên của những người định cư Mỹ đầu tiên là cẩu thả, không cẩn trọng, khi mà họ sử dụng quá nhiều và tàn phá tài nguyên trầm trọng


Câu 61:

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.

When the first white men came to America, they found vast amounts of natural resources of tremendous value. Forests covered a large part of the nation; later gas, oil and minerals were found in unbelievable amounts. There was a great abundance of very fertile soil. Forests, prairies, streams and rivers abounded with wildlife. So vast were these resources that it seemed that they could never be used up. So forests were destroyed to make way for farmland. Grasslands and prairies were ploughed and harrowed. Minerals and oil were used in great quantities to supply a young industrial nation. Almost every river became the scene of factories, mills and power companies. Mammals and birds were slaughtered for food and sport.

Within a short time, the results were obvious. Floods caused millions of dollars worth of damage yearly. The very fertile soil was washed away or blown up in great clouds. The seemingly inexhaustible oil and minerals showed signs of depletion. Rivers were filled with silt from eroding farms and wastes from factories. Many of the rivers were made unfit for fish. Several species of birds disappeared, and some mammals seemed on the verge of going. Future timber shortages were predicted. In short, Americans soon became to realize that some sort of conservation program must be set up, if future as well as present Americans were to share in the resources that are the heritage of every American.

Which of the following would be the best title for this passage?

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A

Tiêu đề cho bài đọc là The story of America's natural resources, đề cập đến câu chuyện của những người định cư đầu tiên và câu chuyện về tài nguyên môi trường ở nước Mỹ hiện tại


Câu 62:

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.

When the first white men came to America, they found vast amounts of natural resources of tremendous value. Forests covered a large part of the nation; later gas, oil and minerals were found in unbelievable amounts. There was a great abundance of very fertile soil. Forests, prairies, streams and rivers abounded with wildlife. So vast were these resources that it seemed that they could never be used up. So forests were destroyed to make way for farmland. Grasslands and prairies were ploughed and harrowed. Minerals and oil were used in great quantities to supply a young industrial nation. Almost every river became the scene of factories, mills and power companies. Mammals and birds were slaughtered for food and sport.

Within a short time, the results were obvious. Floods caused millions of dollars worth of damage yearly. The very fertile soil was washed away or blown up in great clouds. The seemingly inexhaustible oil and minerals showed signs of depletion. Rivers were filled with silt from eroding farms and wastes from factories. Many of the rivers were made unfit for fish. Several species of birds disappeared, and some mammals seemed on the verge of going. Future timber shortages were predicted. In short, Americans soon became to realize that some sort of conservation program must be set up, if future as well as present Americans were to share in the resources that are the heritage of every American.

It seemed to the early American settlers that _________.

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A

Thông tin ở đoạn đầu: “So vast were these resources that it seemed that they could never be used up.” Nhiều tài nguyên đến nỗi mà họ nghĩ không bao giờ có thể dùng hết được = the natural resources were inexhaustible (cho rằng tài nguyên là không thể cạn kiệt, là vô tận)


Câu 63:

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.

When the first white men came to America, they found vast amounts of natural resources of tremendous value. Forests covered a large part of the nation; later gas, oil and minerals were found in unbelievable amounts. There was a great abundance of very fertile soil. Forests, prairies, streams and rivers abounded with wildlife. So vast were these resources that it seemed that they could never be used up. So forests were destroyed to make way for farmland. Grasslands and prairies were ploughed and harrowed. Minerals and oil were used in great quantities to supply a young industrial nation. Almost every river became the scene of factories, mills and power companies. Mammals and birds were slaughtered for food and sport.

Within a short time, the results were obvious. Floods caused millions of dollars worth of damage yearly. The very fertile soil was washed away or blown up in great clouds. The seemingly inexhaustible oil and minerals showed signs of depletion. Rivers were filled with silt from eroding farms and wastes from factories. Many of the rivers were made unfit for fish. Several species of birds disappeared, and some mammals seemed on the verge of going. Future timber shortages were predicted. In short, Americans soon became to realize that some sort of conservation program must be set up, if future as well as present Americans were to share in the resources that are the heritage of every American.

Much of the fertile soil of America ha__________ .

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D

Thông tin ở đoạn 2: “The very fertile soil was washed away or blown up in great clouds.” Đất màu mỡ bị rửa trôi hoặc bị thổi đi bởi gió = Much of the fertile soil of America has been eroded by wind and water


Câu 64:

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.

When the first white men came to America, they found vast amounts of natural resources of tremendous value. Forests covered a large part of the nation; later gas, oil and minerals were found in unbelievable amounts. There was a great abundance of very fertile soil. Forests, prairies, streams and rivers abounded with wildlife. So vast were these resources that it seemed that they could never be used up. So forests were destroyed to make way for farmland. Grasslands and prairies were ploughed and harrowed. Minerals and oil were used in great quantities to supply a young industrial nation. Almost every river became the scene of factories, mills and power companies. Mammals and birds were slaughtered for food and sport.

Within a short time, the results were obvious. Floods caused millions of dollars worth of damage yearly. The very fertile soil was washed away or blown up in great clouds. The seemingly inexhaustible oil and minerals showed signs of depletion. Rivers were filled with silt from eroding farms and wastes from factories. Many of the rivers were made unfit for fish. Several species of birds disappeared, and some mammals seemed on the verge of going. Future timber shortages were predicted. In short, Americans soon became to realize that some sort of conservation program must be set up, if future as well as present Americans were to share in the resources that are the heritage of every American.

The word "abounded with" could best replaced by___________.

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C

"abounded with" = “were abundant in”: có rất nhiều


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