PRACTICE TEST 8

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.

Question 1. A. facilitated

B. included

C. developed

D. polluted

Question 2. A. aren’t

B. prepare

C. share

D. square

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.

Question 3. A. science

B. physics

C. prefer

D. neighbour

Question 4. A. changeable

B. personal

C. dedicate

D. congestion

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

questions.

Question 5. Andy: “Ms. Sylvia, would you mind sharing some tips on how to be more confident in

speaking?” Ms. Sylvia: “.............”

A. Well done!

B. That’s right!

C. Never mind!

D. That’s my pleasure.

Question 6. Fiona won the competition ............ of her hard work.

A. thanks

B. in spite

C. as a result

D. so as

Question 7. Traffic ........ is a pressing issue in many big cities in the world nowadays.

A. light

B. accident

C. regulation

D. congestion

Question 8. The city provides various public .......... such as parks, libraries, and playgrounds for its

residents.

A. amenities

B. announcements

C. transportations

D. buildings

Question 9. What a beautiful day! Why don't you .......... the city for some nice photos?

A. put on

B. hang out

C. go around

D. come down with

Question 10. The children in the choir had to learn all the songs by ........... for the annual concert.

A. rote

B. brain

C. mind

D. role

Question 11. The more traffic there is on the streets, the ............... they become.

A. the more dirtier

B. the more dirty

C. dirtier

D. the less dirty

Question 12. It's the first time Helen ............... a horror film.

A. already saw

B. has never seen

C. has ever seen

D. is seeing

Read the following announcement and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the

correct option that best fits each numbered blank from 13 to 16.

WORK FOR SCHOOL COFFEE

School Coffee is a gathering point for high school students. Do you have excellent communication

(13) ........? Can you work in a (14) ........? Are you willing to learn? A lot of teenagers and adults come and

(15) ........ with us, so start your weekend job with us:

• Choose the hours you work

• (16) ......... work experience

• Meet talented peers and mentors.

Join us as a team member, assistant manager or content writer. Contact: Ms.Thu An. 789 Dinh Tien

Hoang Street, Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City.

Question 13. A. abilities

B. skills

C. knowledge

D. experience

Question 14. A. team

B. hurry

C. shop

D. classroom

Question 15. A. to work

B. working

C. work

D. worked

Question 16. A. Gain

B. Lose

C. Avoid

D. Forget

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

questions from 17 to 18.

Question 17. Put the sentences (a-c) in the correct order, then fill in the blank to make a logical text.

We had an exciting week at school with a special project. Everyone was looking forward to it. .................

a. On the presentation day, each group shared their project with the class, and we all learned a lot.

b. We worked in groups to create a model of a famous landmark, and we prepared presentations about it.

c. Our teacher announced that we would have a project about famous landmarks, and we were very

enthusiastic.

A. c - b - a

B. a - c - b

C. b - a - c

D. c - a - b

Question 18. Choose the sentence that most appropriately ends the text (in Question 17).

A. It was a wonderful experience, and everyone enjoyed seeing the different models.

B. We had a chance to visit the landmarks we learned about in person.

C. We felt proud of our work and received positive feedback from our teacher.

D. The class was divided into teams, and each team had a different landmark to work on.

Read the following announcement and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the

correct option that best fits each numbered blank from 19 to 24.

Ngu Xa Village

Old Ha Noi people said: "Glossy silk from Yen Thai, pottery from Bat Trang, goldsmiths from Dinh Cong

and bronze-casting from Ngu Xa". Well-known for casting bronze for many centuries, Ngu Xa Village is a

(19) ........ village of Viet Nam. Ngu Xa Village is located in Truc Bach Lake which, through West Lake,

belongs to Ba Dinh District of Ha Noi. So, it makes Ngu xa Village look like a small peninsula which

(20) ......... by water. Ngu Xa Village has a long history of about 500 years. Ngu Xa means five villages,

including: Dong Mai, Chau My, Long Thuong, Dien Tien and Dao Nien, which have good (21) ......... in

casting bronze. People in these five villages moved to Thang Long and (22) .......... a new village called Ngu

Xa to remember their old villages. People of Ngu Xa Village do not grow crops like other villages in Viet

Nam. Since the time they set up the village, they only do jobs related to cast bronze such as: manufacturing,

transporting and trading village's (23) ........ Bells and statues are the most famous products of Ngu Xa

Village. You can find Ngu Xa's bells in every Vietnamese pagoda (24) .........: Thien Quang pagoda, Quan

Thanh temple, One Pillar pagoda, etc.

Question 19. A. traditionally

B. modern

C. traditional

D. historically

Question 20. A. isolated

B. separated

C. is connected

D. is covered

Question 21. A. cultures

B. skills

C. traditions

D. techniques

Question 22. A. preserved

B. established

C. destroyed

D. developed

Question 23. A. resources

B. creations

C. artefacts

D. products

Question 24. A. except

B. such as

C. without

D. beyond

Read the following announcement and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the

sentence that is closest in meaning to the original sentence in each of the following questions.

Question 25. Although she was old, she looked very graceful.

A. Because she was old, she looked very graceful.

B. She looked very graceful, so she was old.

C. She looked very graceful in spite of she was old.

D. In spite of her old age, she looked very graceful.

Question 26. “Why don't we go to the mountains for the weekend?” She said.

A. She suggested going to the mountains for the weekend.

B. How about go to the mountains for the weekend?

C. Let's going to the mountains for the weekend.

D. I think she should going to the mountains for the weekend.

Read the following announcement and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the

sentence that is made from the given cues in each of the following questions.

Question 27. H'mong/traditionally live / mountainous regions / Viet Nam /?

A. Are the H'mong traditionally living in mountainous regions in Viet Nam?

B. Do the H'mong traditionally live in mountainous regions in Viet Nam?

C. Did H'mong traditionally live in mountainous regions in Viet Nam?

D. Will the H'mong traditionally live in mountainous regions in Viet Nam?

Question 28. Near future / robots / help / us / both / simple / complicated / household chores.

A. In the near future, robots will help us both simple and complicated household chores.

B. In the near future, robots will help us with both simple and complicated household chores.

C. Near future, robots will help us both simple and complicated household chores.

D. On the near future, robots will help us with both simple and complicated household chores.

Read the following sign or notice and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the

correct answer to each of the following questions.

Question 29. What does the sign say?

A. Please put on your shoes when entering this place.

B. You can’t buy any shoes in this place.

C. Please take off your shoes when entering this place.

D. You don’t have to wear shoes in this place.

Question 30. What of the sentence is true?

A.You must get a license to catch fish here.

B. You are not allowed to fish here.

C. You can only catch certain types of fish.

D. You can only catch fish during specific hours.

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 from 31 to 36.

Living in a bustling city offers many advantages, but it also comes with its own set of challenges. One

common issue is the presence of leftover waste on the streets, which can create an unsightly environment and

attract pests. To combat this, city officials often implement strict waste management policies to encourage

proper disposal of garbage. Another problem in cities is keeping clean in crowded areas. Because many

people live close together, it's crucial for everyone to focus on hygiene to keep everything clean and avoid

sickness spreading. Washing hands often and keeping homes tidy can help with this problem. Regular

cleaning of public places, like parks and transportation, is also important. Additionally, city dwellers may

experience discomfort such as itchy eyes and respiratory problems due to air pollution. Investing in air

purifiers and wearing masks when going outdoors can provide some relief from these symptoms. Planting

more trees and using public transportation instead of personal cars can also help reduce pollution.

Despite these challenges, many people are drawn to city life for its opportunities and excitement. However,

it's essential for residents to be mindful of the drawbacks and take steps to mitigate them for a healthier and

happier urban experience.

Question 31. What is one of the common issues faced by bustling cities?

A. Lack of entertainment options

B. Leftover waste on the streets

C. Too many green spaces

D. High levels of unemployment

Question 32. How do city officials address the issue of leftover waste?

A. By attracting more pests to the area.

B. By encouraging people to leave it on the streets.

C. By hiring more people to solve it.

D. By implementing waste management policies.

Question 33. Why is maintaining personal hygiene important in crowded urban areas?

A. To reduce living expenses.

B. To decrease air pollution.

C. To prevent the spread of illnesses.

D. To attract more pests.

Question 34. Which sentence is NOT TRUE according to the passage?

A. City dwellers never experience discomfort such as itchy eyes.

B. Air purifiers can provide relief from discomfort due to air pollution.

C. Many people are drawn to city life despite its challenges.

D. It's crucial for everyone to focus on hygiene to prevent the spread of sickness.

Question 35. What does the word "mitigate" mean in the context of the passage?

A. increase

B. extend

C. improve

D. reduce

Question 36. What is the main idea of the passage?

A. The opportunities and excitement of urban

living.

B. Advantages of living in the city.

C. C. The attraction of city life to people.

D. Challenges and benefits of urban living.

Four phrases/sentences have been removed from the text below. For each question, mark the letter A, B,

C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that fits each of the numbered blanks from 37

to 40 the most.

A. allows people to connect instantly across the globe

B. They are still trusted sources of news and updates

C. Emails allow people to send detailed messages quickly and easily

D. These devices are essential for staying connected

In today's world, communication has become easier thanks to technology. One popular way to communicate

is through social media, which (37) ............ People can share photos, videos, and messages with friends and

family no matter where they are. Another important tool is email. (38) ............. It is widely used for both

personal and professional communication. Mobile phones have also changed the way we interact.

(39) ............ With smartphones, we can call, text, and even video chat with others. Lastly, traditional media

like newspapers and TV still play a role. (40) ............ They provide news and information to a wide audience.

Question 37. ..............

Question 38. ..............

Question 39. ..............

Question 40. ..............