UNIT 5.

OUR EXPERIENCE
TEST 1
II. Fill in each blank with a suitable word or phrase from the box. (Điền vào mỗi chỗ trống một từ
hoặc cụm từ phù hợp.)
exhilarating, learning by rote, riding a jeep, touring the university,
unpleasant, exploring, embarrassing, giving a performance,
attending an army-like course, go snorkeling
1. I prefer learning a new language by talking to native speakers, not just ____________________
vocabulary lists.
2. I accidentally called my teacher “Mom” in front of the whole class. It was incredibly
______________.
3. The band felt a rush of excitement before ____________________ of their new song for the crowd.
4. This weekend, I’m ____________________ my brother wants to attend. I can’t wait to see the
dorms and classrooms.
5. Michael loves learning about marine biology, so he can’t wait to ____________________ on his
school trip to the coral reef.
6. Winning the school debate competition was the most ____________________ moment of my
entire academic year.
7. The cafeteria was crowded and noisy at lunch today. It was so ____________________ that I
decided to eat outside.
8. We spent the afternoon ____________________ the ancient temples and learning about their
history and the carvings.
9. After studying hard for their exams, the friends decided to relax by ____________________ on a
scenic off-road trail.
10. Even though it was tough, ____________________ helped me learn teamwork, discipline and
perseverance.
Ill. Circle the correct option in brackets. (Khoanh vào lựa chọn đúng trong ngoặc.)
1. We haven’t (see / seen) our friends much lately.
2. (Did you ever / Have you ever) taken an online class?
3. My brother (just has gotten / has just gotten) his driver’s license.
4. Samuel (has / have) never been to a music festival.
5. She (didn’t get / hasn’t got) her driver’s license yet, so she can’t drive herself.
6. (Has / Does) she travelled to three different countries so far?
7. I (made / have made) a lot of new friends since I started this school.
8. (Have / Are) you ever volunteered at a community event?
9. The teacher (has already explained / is explained already) this concept three times.
10. They (haven’t finished / have finished) the homework yet, so they can’t come out and play.
V. Read the passage and choose the best answer A, B, C, or D. (Đọc đoạn văn và chọn đáp án đúng
nhất A, B, C hoặc D.)
Maria clutched her basketball jersey, her heart hammering against her ribs. Today was the
championship game, and the tension was thick (1) ______________ the air. She’d been the team’s
star player all season, (2) ______________ now, doubt crept in. What if she let everyone down?
Across the locker room, her teammate Sarah (3) ______________ Maria’s pale face. She walked
over and gave her a reassuring squeeze on the shoulder. ‘You got this, Maria,” Sarah said confidently.
“Remember all the hard work we put in? (4) ______________ yourself and your skills.”
Maria managed a weak smile. Sarah’s words were a much-needed (5) ______________. They
visualized the game plan, picturing each successful play. Slowly, Maria’s fear (6) ______________ into
focused determination.
1. A. on B. in C. for D. from
2. A. but B. for C. or D. so
3. A. cared B. warned C. looked D. noticed
4. A. Keep B. Hurt C. Trust D. Take
5. A. remind B. reminder C. reminded D. reminding
6. A. transferred B. transported C. translated D. transformed

TEST 2
II. Circle the correct word to complete the sentences. (Khoanh vào từ đúng để hoàn thành các câu.)
1. Jenny overslept this morning, so she had to (come / leave) to school late.
2. The teacher told us not to talk, but Billy kept whispering to his friend (by chance / on purpose).
3. At school, I check my email account to (send / receive) messages from my teacher about upcoming
assignments.
4. It’s important to be respectful in class, even if you (disagree / don’t argue) with the teacher.
5. The teacher told us not to learn the poem (by rote / with memory), but to try and understand its
meaning.
6. I didn’t understand the math problem at first, but the teacher’s (helpful / helpless) explanation
made it much clearer.
7. The school held a talent show last week. I practiced my singing for weeks hoping to (lose / win) a
competition.
8. I studied really hard all week, so I’m confident I will be able to (pass / fail) an exam in science today.
9. The teacher assigned a long chapter from a very dry history book. Most of the class found it
(exciting / boring).
10. During the school field trip, the students learned how to (put down / put up) a tent quickly and
efficiently.
III. Choose the best answer A, B, C or D. (Chọn đáp án đúng nhất A, B, C hoặc D.)
1. He _____________ the movie three times so far.
A. watched B. watches C. has watched D. will watch
2. _____________ you ever been to a music festival?
A. Did B. Have C. Are D. Do
3. We _____________ hard so we passed the exam.
A. studied B. have studied C. study D. studies
4. Unless the rain _____________, we won’t go for a walk.
A. has stopped B. have stopped C. stopped D. stops
5. We _____________ in the library because it _____________ too crowded.
A. didn’t usually study – is B. don’t usually study – was
C. haven’t usually studied - has been D. don’t usually study – is
6. _____________ to the library since school _____________?
A. Do you go – starts B. Have you been – started
C. Did you go – started D. Have you gone – starts
7. We _____________ for our history exam for two hours.
A. are studying B. study C. have studied D. studied
8. My friends and I _____________ never been to a graduation ceremony before.
A. haven’t B. am not C. didn’t D. have
9. I _____________ finished my science project yet. I need more time to research.
A. haven’t B. didn’t C. don’t D. am not
10. Michael _____________ several short stories for the school websites recently.
A. has written B. wrote C. writes D. is writing
VI. Choose the option that best transforms the original one. (Chọn câu được viết lại đúng nhất với
câu được cho.)
1. The exam results will be announced next week.
A. We will announce the exam results next week.
B. We announced the exam results last week.
C. Next week, everyone will find out their exam scores.
D. Studying hard can help you with the upcoming exam.
2. Learning a new language can open doors to new opportunities.
A. Learning a language is a difficult task for most students.
B. New opportunities come easily to those who speak multiple languages.
C. A language learner is more likely to find exciting possibilities.
D. There are many doors in a school building for language classes.
3. Learning a new language can be challenging, but it’s rewarding.
A. Learning a new language is easy and unrewarding.
B. Rewards come easily when learning a new language.
C. Challenges are what make learning a new language fun.
D. Even though learning a new language can be challenging, it’s rewarding.
4. If I had finished my homework on time, I wouldn’t be in trouble.
A. Since I didn’t finish my homework, I am in trouble.
B. I finished my homework on time, so I’m not in trouble.
C. Finishing my homework might have avoided trouble.
D. I’m in trouble because I always forget my homework.
5. Although Violet is shy, she gave a great presentation in class.
A. Violet is a confident student who excels at presentations.
B. Despite her shyness, Violet gave a great presentation in class.
C. Violet overcame her shyness to give a good presentation.
D. Public speaking is difficult for shy people like Violet.
6. The teacher explained the project thoroughly, so everyone understood it clearly.
A. The project was explained poorly by the teacher, leading to confusion.
B. The teacher wanted everyone to understand the project clearly, and they did.
C. Everyone understood the project clearly because they had already studied it.
D. Since the teacher explained the project thoroughly, everyone understood it clearly.

TEST 3
II. Choose the correct word to complete the sentences. (Chọn từ đúng để hoàn thành các câu.)
1. It feels awful when someone keeps taking your lunch money and calling you names. This is an
example of _______________ at school.
A. making friends B. having fun C. being bullied D. being ignored
2. To prepare for the history test, I need to learn _______________ all the important dates for each
event.
A. by mistake B. on purpose C. by chance D. by heart
3. I was so nervous during the presentation, my mind _______________ and I couldn’t remember
what to say next.
A. went blank B. became exhausted
C. went empty D. lacked confidence
4. In science class, we learned about different types of transportation. Did you know that horses were
once used to _______________?
A. drive B. ride C. sail D. climb
5. We’re all dressed up in our crazy outfits for our last day of school. This is a moment we definitely
need to _______________ some photos.
A. make B. take C. paint D. draw
6. Every year, our school organizes a trip for students interested in. We spend a weekend helping
clean up a local park and plant new trees.
A. taking notes B. doing homework
C. winning a competition D. doing community service
7. I learned that many scientists use robots to _______________ in deep, dark parts of the ocean.
A. explore the seabed B. sail on a boat
C. built a sandcastle D. play with dolphins
8. The field trip to the animal shelter was so much fun! We even got to pet a baby tiger cub. It was
a(n) _______________ experience!
A. serious B. disappointing C. unforgettable D. confusing
9. This weekend, Ms. Jodie suggested the students _______________ in a nearby park to see some
birds in their natural habitat.
A. go swimming B. go birdwatching C. have a picnic D. plant trees
10. My friend came up with a _______________ solution to the science project. It was so creative that
the whole class was impressed!
A. nervous B. difficult C. brilliant D. typical
V. Read the passage and choose the correct answer to each of the questions. (Đọc đoạn văn và
chọn đáp án đúng để hoàn thành các câu hỏi.)
Ever felt overwhelmed by commitments? As a student, Maya did. Between schoolwork, soccer
practice, and volunteering at the animal shelter, her schedule was jam-packed. She loved all these
activities, but lately, she felt constantly on the go.
One day, her friend invited her to a weekend camping trip. While the idea of spending time
with friends in nature sounded amazing, Maya knew joining would push her over the edge. She
worried about falling behind in school and neglecting her responsibilities at the shelter.
Taking a deep breath, Maya politely declined the invitation. “Thanks so much for inviting me,”
she said, “but I’m swamped with school and volunteering right now. Maybe next time?”
Her friend, understanding and supportive, replied, “No worries at all! Your plate is full, I get it. Text
me if you change your mind, though!”
Saying no wasn’t easy, but Maya felt a weight lift off her shoulders. She realized it was okay to
prioritize her commitments and take time for herself. With a clearer head, Maya tackled her workload
with renewed energy, knowing she wouldn’t burn out.
1. Why is Maya feeling overwhelmed?
A. She has too many commitments. B. She has a difficult family situation.
C. She doesn’t like her classes. D. She has a big fight with a friend.
2. What is Maya’s initial reaction to the camping trip invitation?
A. She immediately says no. B. She feels excited yet hesitant.
C. She accepts without hesitation. D. She asks for more details about the trip.
3. Why does Maya ultimately decline the invitation?
A. She dislikes camping.
B. She doesn’t want to spend time with her friend.
C. She worries about her workload and responsibilities.
D. She has a prior commitment she forgot about.
4. How does Maya’s friend react to her declining the invitation?
A. They get angry and upset.
B. They are understanding and supportive.
C. They try to convince her to come anyway.
D. They stop talking to Maya.
5. What does Maya realize after saying no?
A. That she should have gone on the trip.
B. That her friend doesn’t care about her.
C. That she needs to take a break from school.
D. That it’s important to prioritize commitments.
6. What is the main theme of this passage?
A. The importance of extracurricular activities
B. The challenges of friendship
C. The benefits of saying no
D. The pressure to be perfect