I. Choose the word, phrase or sentence that best fits the space in each sentence or best answers the given

question. Write A, B, C or D in the boxes on the answer sheet.

1. Which word has the underlined part pronounced differently from that of the others?

A. explain

B. website

C. method

D. sender

2. Which word has the underlined part pronounced differently from that of the others?

A. checked

B. practiced

C. watched

D. required

3. Which word has a different stress pattern from that of the others?

A. lyric

B. future

C. mistake

D. language

4. Which word has a different stress pattern from that of the others?

A. essential

B. subtitle

C. importance

D. improvement

5. ______my brother often chats online with his English friends, his writing skills has improved a lot

A. Although

B. Because

C. But

D. So that

6. Tung was chosen to attend the English-speaking competition _________ his good pronunciation

and great fluency.

A. since

B. despite

C. because of

D. because

7. Phong is double-checking his essay ________ sure he doesn't make any mistakes.

A. making

B. makes

C. to make

D. made

8. Minh often reads the ________of his English favourite songs carefully to understand the deeper meaning

behind each song.

A. topics

B. subtitles

C. lyrics

D. contents

9. There are many______that can help non-native English speakers improve their speaking skills.

A. methods

B. information

C. levels

D. companies

10. Trung tries to get a good English certificate before graduation since it can pave the way for his bright future

A. idea

B. career

C. screen

D. language

11.Whenever I______a new word, I will jot it down in my little notebook and look up its meaning later.

A. turn on

B. come across

C. go over

D. note down

12. Hien practises speaking English every day because she hopes to work_ an internat ional company in the

future.

A. up

B. on

C. with

D. for

13. Trung: What method can I use to improve my listening skill?

Alice:

A. You're good at listening to English songs.

B. You can try watching TV shows in English.

C. English is important for foreigners to learn.

D. You can note down new words and look them up later.

14. Cindy: Why are you learning English?

Nam:

A. Since I don't need it for my future career.

B. I see now. You speak English fluently.

C. Because of my love for travelling around the world.

D. That's enough. Help me with my grammar homework.

Il. Choose the word, phrase or sentence that best fits the space in each sentence or best answers the given

question. Write A, B, C or D in the boxes on the answer sheet.

15.What does this sign mean?

A. It's permitted to use this English dictionary when sitting for the exam.

B. Candidates are allowed to use a dictionary during the English exam.

C. Candidates mustn't use dictionaries during the English exam.

D. Using dictionaries is acceptable during the English exam.

16. What do you understand about the sign?

A. You can turn on the subtitles by pressing this button on the

mouse.

B. The subtitles of the video are unavailable to the viewers now.

C. Clicking this symbol can help you turn down the volume of the video.

D. It's easy for you to understand the content of the video without subtitles

IlI.Read the following passage. Decide if the statements from 17 to 20 are True or False, and choose the

correct answers for questions 21 and 22. Write True, False, A, B, C or D in the boxes on the answer sheet.

LIFE IN SINGAPORE-THEN AND NOW

Singapore in the 1930s

In the 1930s, Singapore was a diverse and busy port city where many people were engaged in manual labour,

particularly working at the docks or as traders. Most Singaporeans lived in traditional shop houses, which were

narrow, two-or-three-story buildings with shops on the ground floor and living spaces above. Transport was

limited, so people were getting around on foot or by rickshaws. Life in Singapore during this time was simpler

but more challenging due to the lack of modern conveniences. Singapore in the 2020s By the 2020s, Singapore

had transformed into a global financial hub and a modern metropolis. The city's skyline is now dotted with

skyscrapers, and people live in high-rise apartments. Singaporeans enjoy a higher standard of living, with

access to quality healthcare, education and recreational facilities. Public transport has vastly improved, with

an efficient transport system connecting different parts of the island. While cars are common, city dwellers still

rely on public transport due to traffic congestion and high travel costs.

Common Themes

Despite these changes, some aspects of life in Singapore have remained consistent. Singaporeans continue to

be hardworking and resourceful, just as they were in the 1930s. Cooked food centres are still available and

popular for affordable and diverse meals, reflecting the city's rich culinary heritage. Additionally, the strong

sense of community and multiculturalism persists, as Singaporeans continue to celebrate many festivals

together and respect each other's traditions.

17. In the past, Singaporeans were mostly involved in intellectual work.

18. Life in Singapore in the 2020s is less challenging than that in in the 1930s.

19. Singapore had greatly improved its public transport before it became a global financial centre.

20. Cooked food centres didn't use to be popular, reflecting Singapore's rich culinary heritage.

21. Now, Singaporeans enjoy a better life because

A. they don't have many options of good learning institutions

B. they prefer to celebrate many festivals to build a strong sense of community

C. they benefit from various urban resources

D. traffic congestion was reduced significantly

22. What aspect didn't the writer compare between two periods in the passage?

A. accommodation

B. festivities

C. people's jobs

D. transport system

IV. Choose the word or phrase that best fits the space in the following advertisement. Write A, B, C or D

in the boxes on the answer sheet.

At EFU Language Centre, we're committed to helping you learn English quickly and effectively. Here's what

sets us apart: Our location in the city's centre (23) _____________sure of convenient access via public

transport. Our friendly and experienced staff are dedicated to your success, using our proven(24)

_____________to assist you throughout your language journey.(25) __________ we've designed our modern

facilities like comfortable classrooms and a well-equipped computer lab, we are confident you will find our

environment suitable for both relaxation and study. Our resourceful library is filled with (26)

_____________books and materials to support your learning, whether you're going (27) _____________your

grammar or diving into foreign literature. Need a break? Our cosy lounge area is the perfect spot(28)

________,recharge and connect with other students. Are you ready to start your English learning journey? Visit

us today and discover the joy of learning a new language!

23. A. comes

B. makes

C. takes

D. cares

24. A. method

B. information

C. language

D. improvement

25. A. Because of

B. When

C. So

D. Since

26. A. personal

B. lyrical

C. essential

D. international

27. A. over

B. up

C. with

D. on

28. A. to unwind

B. unwinding

C. unwound

D. unwinds

V. Use the correct form of the word given in each sentence.

29. It's ______________ for students to watch movies and TV shows in English to improve their listening

skills. (use)

30. Because my teacher gave me the instruction on the assignment _____, I had to ask my friend what to note

down. (clear)

31. I met a lot of __________when I visited the walking street for the first time. (foreign)

32. My father stressed the _________ of careful preparation when he knew my plan to apply for an

international company. (important)

33. Achieving English proficiency requires learners have a _______ study. (method)

34. I often spend a lot of time ________ my reading skills by reading English novels. (practise)

29. useful 30. Unclearly 31. Foreigners 32. Importance 33. Methodical 34. practising

VI. Look at the entry of the word 'reduction' in a dictionary. Use what you can get from the

entry to complete the sentences with two or three words.(0.5 pt)

reduction

/rI'dakfn/

noun:

A decrease in size, price, or amount, or the act of making something smaller

Automation and robots have led to the reduction of jobs in factories.

result in reductions: driving companies to adopt green practices. Choosing sustainable materials may result in

cost reductions,

significant: Investments in education and training aim to achieve a substantial reduction in unemployment.

further reductions: packaging in restaurants and cafes. New regulations aim for further reductions in single-

use plastic

35. Increasing fuel prices can __________ in the demand for private vehicles among budget-conscious

consumers.

36. To combat climate change, we need to implement ____________________ in our reliance on non-

renewable resources.

Vll. Rewrite each of the following sentences in another way so that it means almost the same

as the sentence printed before it.

37. I do a lot of grammar exercises so that I can enhance quality of my English essays.

I do a lot of grammar exercises to__________________________________________________.

38. His English accent is unclear, so many foreigners find it difficult to understand him.

Because of____________________________________________________________________.

39. Learning English has become easier for people all around the world because of the availability of online

resources.

Since online__________________________________________________________________.

40. I found an interesting French phrase by chance when reading an article about Paris.

I came_______________________________________________________________________.