Choose the word with the underlined part pronounced differently from the others:

1. A. antenna B. vendor C. temple D. boulevard

2. A. scroll B. sensor C. sugarcraft D. screen
Choose the word with the stress pattern different from the others:
3. A. access B. process C. success D. progress
4. A. appear B. actor C. inspire D. approve
5. A. pollution B. resident C. commuter D. capacity
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.
6. Never put off until tomorrow what you can do today.
A. do B. let C. delay D.leave
7. The bomb exploded with a loud bang which could be heard all over the town.
A. went on B. went out C. went off D. went away
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.
8. Don't be so apathetic - How are you going to get a job if you don't even start looking?
A. passionate B. lazy C. pathetic D. humble
9. The Mekong River is also a major trade route In Southeast Asia.
A. considerable B. gradual C. insignificant D. variable
10. Do you know how to __________ to a Wi-Fi hotspot with your tablet or phone when you're away from home.
A set up B log on C forward D install
11. My brother is plugged in a real computer __________! He can handle any gadget or software.
A geek B tech-savy C sensor D detail
Oh no! You _____________ on the link. You've possibly downloaded some malware onto your phone.
A should not have clicked B should have clicked
C should not click D should click
12. ___________ Franklin probably did not carry out the experiment, Dr Tucker believes that Franklin's theory was
completely correct.
A Because B When C Although D If
13. A lot of young girls are obsessed ______ their weigh, and they want to stay slim all the time.
A at B up C of D with
14. Mai is someone you can trust, who makes good decisions - She's
A ambitious B responsible C generous D cheerful
15. The ______________ are art forms such as painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, photography, video,
filmmaking, design, crafts, and architecture.
A performing arts B art exhibitions C visual arts D vandalism
16. Are we about to have dinner?" "Yes, it __________ in the dining room".
A is serving B serves C is being served D served
17. It's been scorching hot these days, so my father got an air conditioner ___________.
A installed B installing C to install D install
18. Carroll appeared in a number of Broadway _________ in which part of the stories are sung to music.
A drawings B musicals C operas D mimes
19. Thong Nhat, a multi-purpose stadium, _________ in District 10 in Ho Chi Minh City.
A located B locates C is locating D is located
20. Don't go far, kids! It is nearly time to __________ the plane.
A. check in B. board C. hail D. reach
21. She tried ____________ her suitcase, but it was impossible without the key.
A open B to open C to opening D opening
22. I stop __________ to my friend when the film start.
A talk B to talk C to talking D talking
23. Teenagers are _____ with social media, even they spend more time with social media rather than "real" social life.
A. addicted B. worried C. familiar D. successful
24. The journey may be tiring but it will be worth it once you __________ the destination.
A. reach B. arrive C. board D. stay at
25. We were too late. The painting ________ to a middle-aged woman by the time we got there.
A. had sold B. was sold
C. was being sold D. had been sold
26. The test was so difficult that ________ got an A!
A. everybody B. somebody C. anybody D. nobody
27. The programme presented in the last meeting was not practical at all.
A. The programme which was presented in the last meeting was not practical at all.
B. The programme was not practical at all when we presented it in the last meeting.
C. The programme presented no practicality in the last meeting.
D. Though it was not practical at all, the programme was still presented in the last meeting.
28. John didn't buy an iPad, but a new laptop yesterday.
A It was John who bought a new iPad yesterday.
B It was an iPad that John bought yesterday.
C It was a new laptop that John bought yesterday.
D It was yesterday that John bought a new laptop.
29. Anna: I've never been to London. Bill: _______________? How come?
A. Haven't you? B. Didn't you? C. Do you? D. Have you?
30. Anna: I wasn't surprised when she failed the exam. Bill: _______________? I was really shocked!
A. Weren't you? B. Were you? C. Was I? D. Wasn't I?
Read the passage and choose the best option to fit each blank:
Most people enjoy going (31) _____ for their holidays, and having the opportunity to spend some time in an interesting city or
a seaside resort. If you can speak some foreign languages, you can have lots of unforgettable experiences. But before you can
do that, you have to (32) _____ your destination, and that is often a problem! If you fly, then you may find that your flight has
been (33) _____. (34) _____ by train can also be difficult, since trains are often busy in the summer, and you might have to
reserve a (35) _____ in advance. Whichever way you travel, get well-prepared so you can have a fabulous holiday.
31. A. out B. forward C. abroad D. foreign
32. A. reach B. arrive C. go D. travel
33. A. waited B. reserved C. delayed D. booked
34. A. Journeys B. Travels C. Voyages D. Passes
35. A. post B. chair C. seat D. position
Read the passage and choose the best answer to each question:
Centuries have passed since Leonardo da Vinci crafted the Mona Lisa (1503-19), yet this modest portrayal of an ordinary
woman still captivates within the Louvre's fortified glass. The world's most renowned painting, its charm remains a puzzle to
many.
The Mona Lisa's acclaim isn't solely due to its high quality, though that's undeniable. Leonardo's contemporaries recognized
its merit even during its creation. His ingenious three-quarter pose and remarkable mimicry of nature earned praise. Subtle
shadows and meticulous details showcase his precision, revealing the complexity of human existence. Housing it in the
Louvre, one of the world's most esteemed museums, bolstered its prestige. Its journey to the Louvre, starting with Francis I of
France, ultimately contributed to its renown. The painting became part of the royal collection, later inherited by the French
public during the Revolution. After a brief sojourn in Napoleon's residence, it found a permanent home in the Louvre in the
early 19th century.
The identity of the sitter added intrigue. Though believed by many to be Lisa Gherardini, wife of Florentine merchant
Francesco del Giocondo, no concrete evidence exists of this commission. This mystery allowed the figure to assume various
interpretations.
However, it was the 1911 theft and the ensuing media frenzy that thrust the painting onto the global stage. The world watched
in shock as news of the theft broke. Crowds gathered at the Louvre, the director resigned, and accusations flew. Even Pablo
Picasso fell under suspicion. Two years later, the painting was recovered in Italy, igniting celebrations across France. This
daring theft turned the Mona Lisa into a national treasure, cherished by all who had lost and found her.
36. Which of the following can be the best title for the passage?
A. The Louvre: Home to the Mona Lisa
B. The Enigma of the Mona Lisa
C. Leonardo da Vinci's Masterpieces
D. The Journey of the Mona Lisa
37. The word "puzzle" in paragraph 1 probably means
A. clue B. maze C. mystery D. solution
38. According to the paragraph 2, the factors that contribute to the value of Mona Lisa are.
A. its ingenious pose and nature mimicry
B. its high quality and subtle shadows
C. its remarkable details and complexity
D. All of the above
39. The word "esteemed" in paragraph 3 probably means
A. unpopular B. insignificant C. overlooked D. respected
40. Which of the following is NOT TRUE according to the passage?
A. The Mona Lisa's value is solely due to its high quality.
B. The painting's journey contributed to its renown.
C. The identity of the sitter remains a mystery.
D. The theft in 1911 thrust the painting onto the global stage.