KIỂM TRA KSCL ĐẦU NĂM - Mã đề 101

Read the passage, and choose the correct answer A, B, C or D for each question.

The Importance of English in Today's World

English was originally the language of England, and soon it has become the primary or secondary language of many former British colonies such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and India. Nowadays, it is the most international language in the world. There an several factors that make the English language essential to communication in our current time.

First of all, it is the most common foreign language. This means that two people who come from different countries (for example, a Mexican and a Swede) usually use English as a common English to communicate. English is also essential to the field of education. In many countries, children are taught and encouraged to learn English as a second language. At the university level, students in many countries study almost all their subjects in English in order to make the material more accessible to international students. On the Internet, the majority of websites are written and created in English. Even sites in other languages often give you the option to translate the site. It is the primary language of the press: more newspapers and books are written in English than in any other language, and no matter where in the world you are, you will find some of these books and newspapers available.

Although many people think that it is very difficult and confusing, English is actually the easiest language of the world to learn because there are so many resources available. As soon as you decide you want to learn, there are thousands of resources on the Internet and in bookstores. With good understanding and communication in English, you can travel around the globe. Because it is the international language for foreigners, it is easy to get assistance and help in every part of the world. You can test it by online travel. Any travel booking site you can find will have English as a booking option.

Question 1: When two people having different mother tongues meet each other, they will use, _______.

     A. the third language to communicate                               B. their own mother tongues to communicate

     C. a second language as a means of communication         D. English as a means of communication

Question 2: The study material at universities is often written in English so that _______.

     A. scientists can understand it easily                     B. it is the dominant language in England

     C. all international students can follow it              D. all children from many countries understand English

Question 3: All of the following about the role of English on the Internet are true EXCEPT that _____.

     A. most programmers created websites in English            B. most websites have English version

     C. websites offer you the option in other languages          D. most websites are written in English

Question 4: English is believed by many to be the easiest language of the world to learn because _____.

     A. there are thousands of bookstores available                  B. it is easy to find resources to learn English

     C. you can decide you want to learn English                     D. it is not very difficult and confusing

Question 5: We can infer from the passage that _________.

     A. international tourists must know English                                  

     B. you can use English to travel online

     C. it is easy to get help to learn English all over the world

     D. English makes you travel around the globe

Choose the underlined word/ phrase which is incorrect.

Question 6: He said that he remembered to work with her in a handicraft village, but she said he was mistaken

     A. to work                              B. but                                     C. he                                      D. a

Question 7: The most people would agree that travelling broaden  the mind as you get to see so many different ways of  life.

     A. The most people               B. as                                       C. to see                                 D. that

Question 8: I tried master some essential skills before applying for that job

     A. master                                B. for                                      C. tried                                   D. skills

Find the word which has different sound in the part underlined 

Question 9: A. improved                    B. dedicated                C. attended                 D. exhibited

Question 10:  A. medium                    B. medicine                   C. intermediate             D. immediate

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.

Question 11: Peter: "I'm sorry for shouting at you." – Mary: “____________”

     A. So do I.                 B. It's OK.                         C. I still can't hear you.            D. I am too.

Question 12: Bob: "Can I carry these suitcases into the room for you?" - Sam: “___________”

     A. Yes, you can.                                                                   B. No, you can't.

     C. You can't, I think!                                                            D. Can you? That's very kind.

Choose the correct option A, B, C, or D for each gap in the passage.

It is a custom for all of a Chinese family to be present at home (13)……… the Eve Chinese New Year for the reunion dinner. This custom is meant to symbolize the unity of the family for the (14)… new year. After the reunion dinner, the younger members of the family (15)…….. serve tea to their elders as a show of respect. For the first five days of the Chinese New Year, no one in the family is allowed to (16)………. the floor. The Chinese believe that the act of sweeping will drive away all the good luck (17)……… the New Year could bring.   

Question 13:  A. at                              B. in                              C. on                             D. from

Question 14:  A. comes                       B. to come                    C. coming                     D. come

Question 15:  A. must                         B. have                         C. should .                    D. ought

Question 16:  A. clean                        B. sweep                       C. clear                         D. tidy.

Question 17:  A. what                         B. which                       C. where                       D. who        

Choose the best answer 

Question 18: On January 17^th, people in Mexico bring their animals ………… church

     A. up                                      B. to                                       C. in                                       D. on

Question 19: If I ……… taller, I…… better at basketball

     A. am- will be                                                                       B. were – might be

     C. be- will be                                                                        D. were – would have been

Question 20: I have been assigned to buy…….. fruit and drinks

     A. an                                      B. a                                        C. some                                  D. any

Question 21: . .  .  . .  . is visiting important and historic places in a city or an area as a tourist.

     A. Sunbathing                        B. Sightseeing                        C. Travelling                          D. Wandering

Question 22: In a       _______class, this is a great opportunity to learn about different customs and traditions around the world.

     A. multi - disciplinary                                                           .         B. multinational

     C. multi - dimensional                                                          D. multilingual

Question 23: Mike comes from a city…… is located in the southern part of England

     A. where                                B. when                                 C. who                                   D. that

Question 24: It’s an important part of your cultural identity to keep your______in speaking English.