THOI LAI HIGH SCHOOL 15-MINUTE TEST (2)

ENGLISH DEPARTMENT School year: 2025 - 2026

(The test inclues 2 pages) Subject: English Read

Time allotted: 15 minutes the

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following advertisement and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 1 to 5:
Join Our Green Tet Initiative!
Let’s celebrate tradition and protect the environment with our school’s Green Tet Initiative! From January 20th to February 5th, join us in fun activities to make Tet more sustainable. You

can take part (1)______ our recycling drive by bringing old paper, plastic bottles, and other unused items to collection points to help (2)______ waste. You can show your creativity in our (3)______

by making Tet ornaments from recycled materials. You can also join our tree-planting campaign as we plant 100 new trees around the school and nearby areas to welcome the new year with fresh air

and greenery. Last year, we (4)_____ 70 trees in our school. By joining, you will make Tet more (5)______ and also have a chance to win great prizes. Together, we can honor our traditions, care for

the planet, and create a better future. Let’s make this Tet meaningful and green!

Question 1. A. on B. with C. in D. for

Question 2. A. reduce B. introduce C. get D. increase

Question 3. A. eco-friendly contest decoration B. eco-friendly decoration contest

C. decoration eco-friendly contest D. contest eco-friendly decoration

Question 4. A. plant B. will plant C. was planting D. planted

Question 5. A. special B. specialist C. speciality D. specialisation

Read the following leaflet and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that bestfits each of the numbered blanks from 6 to 9.

🏙 Adapting to Urban Growth 🏙

Cities worldwide are growing rapidly, and this presents both challenges and opportunities. Here’s how individuals can make urbanization more sustainable:

♻ Key facts:

As urban areas expand, they require more energy and resources. This leads to deforestation and the disappearance of many plant species and (6) _______ creatures. People in cities also (7)

_______ over 30% of the world's energy and produce more than 60% of all carbon emissions.

♻ Simple actions to make a difference:

 Use public transport or bicycles instead of cars. Reducing traffic can cut down air (8) _______.

 (9) _______ relying entirely on energy from fossil fuels, consider switching to renewable sources such as solar or wind power.

 Join local initiatives to plant trees or clean up your neighborhood. Such activities not only improve air quality but also strengthen community cooperation.

 Remember to sort your household waste, separating biodegradable and non-biodegradable (10) _______ to improve recycling efficiency.

Question 6:A. others B. other C. the others D. another

Question 7:A. use up B. take off C. throw out D. carry on-tiếp tục

Question 8:A. pollution B. destruction C. congestion D. erosion

Question 9:A. In spite of B. Instead of C. Due to D. As well as

Question 10:A. materials B. components C. particles D. wastes

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best arrangement of utterances or
sentences to make a meaningful exchange or text in each of the following Questions from 11 to 14.
Question 11.
a. Alice. Thanks for your help!
b. John: That’s a good idea. My advice would be to collect information from different sources.
c. John: You should search for information about the topic on the Internet.
d. Alice: I was asked to give a presentation on green living next week. What should I do?
e. Alice: How about reading books in the library?
A. e-a-c-d-b B. d-c-e-b-a C. d-c-a-b-e D. e-c-a-b-d
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ENGLISH DEPARTMENT School year: 2025 - 2026
(The test inclues 2 pages) Subject: English
Time allotted: 15 minutes

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Question 12.
a. Reusing and recycling single-use plastics will lead to a greener school environment and help promote a green lifestyle among young people.
b. Second, the Youth Union should hold regular sessions to teach students how to recycle properly.
c. To solve the problem of single-use plastics in our school, we propose the following solutions.
d. First, we suggest that the school should provide more recycling bins.
e. Third, we recommend that we make use of plastic waste in arts and crafts projects, for example, for making plant pots or bird feeders.
(Adapted from Global Success)
A. a-d-b-c-e B. a-c-d-e-b C. c-d-b-a-e D. c-d-b-e-a

Question 13.

a. My grandfather had a long career.

b. When he reached 55, he decided to stop working and enjoyed his retirement
c. He gained valuable experience and became very good at his job.
d. After many years, he became a successful branch manager.
e. He started work as a bank clerk, assisting customers with their financial matters.
A. a-e-b-d-c B. e-d-b-c-a C. b-d-c-e-a D. a-e-c-d-b

Question 14.

a. Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to apply for the position of a part-time server, which you advertised on your website on 10 October.

b. Last summer, I waited on tables for two months at a fast-food restaurant. I am a friendly, hard-working, and caring person with a love for people and good food.

c. Thank you for your consideration. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

d. I can also speak English, so I can wait on foreign customers. I would be

delighted to meet you in person to discuss my application. I will be free for an interview any afternoon during the week.

e. I am in my final year of secondary school. I have some experience in the hospitality industry.

A. a-c-e-b-d B. a-e-b-d-c C. a-e-c-b-d D. b-d-e-c-a

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Read the following advertisement and mark the letter A, B, C and D on your answer sheet to indicate the
option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 1 to 5.
Green Living: A Lifestyle for a Better Future

Embrace Green Living, a lifestyle that benefits not just you but the planet as well! Imagine a world where every choice you make contributes to a healthier and more sustainable environment.

By adopting this lifestyle, you can reduce waste, conserve energy, and build a harmonious connection with nature.

Join the movement by switching to (1) ______ products designed to minimize harm to the environment. Start creating (2) _______ that ensure a cleaner future for everyone. For example,

simple changes like using reusable bags or planting trees can (3) ______ a huge impact.

Additionally, try reducing your reliance on disposable items, (4) _______ unnecessary waste. Incorporating these habits into your daily routine will help you build a home in harmony with

nature.

Don’t wait! Begin your journey with sustainable practices today (5) _________the Earth for future generations. The time to make a difference is now!

Question 1: A. eco-friendly B. friendliness C. friendly D. environmentally

Question 2: A. sustainable lifestyle practices B. practices lifestyle sustainable

C. lifestyle sustainable practices D. sustainable practices lifestyle

Question 3: A. make B. do C. go D. waste

Question 4: A. reducing B. reduce C. reduced D. to reduce

Question 5: A. to protect B. protecting C. to protecting D. protect

 Read the following leaflet and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that bestfits each of the numbered blanks from 6 to 10.

Understanding Multiculturalism
Multiculturalism promotes the coexistence of diverse cultures, where cultural differences are accepted and respected. This concept is vital in creating harmonious societies in an increasingly
interconnected world. However, some challenges remain.
♻ Facts and figures:

Many societies are home to people from various ethnic and cultural backgrounds. However, (6) _______ of these individuals experience discrimination or struggle to integrate fully into their
communities. Moreover, (7) _______ traditional values can sometimes clash with – va chạm modern societal norms.
♻ Positive action!
 Promote cultural exchange programs to encourage mutual understanding and (8) _______.
 Provide language support services to help immigrants and refugees adapt to their new environment.
 Encourage inclusive policies in schools and workplaces. These initiatives can help reduce misunderstandings. In addition to educating individuals about cultural differences, we
can build a more tolerant society.
 Celebrate cultural festivals and holidays to showcase-thể hiện the (9) _______ of traditions worldwide.
 Recognize and address biases that exist within institutions and (10) _______ them to create equitable opportunities for everyone.
Questions 6. A. many B. most D. a few D. much
Questions 7. A. bring about B. run into C. give up D. hold on
Questions 8. A. cooperation B. competition C. negotiation D. frustration
Questions 9. A. richness B. importance C. originality D. influence
Questions 10. A. confront B. address C. resolve D. adapt

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best arrangement of utterances or
sentences to make a meaningful exchange or text in each of the following Questions from 11 to 14.
Question 11. Hi Mark,

a. You’ve always been a great mentor.

b. Your feedback helped me improve my delivery significantly.

c. I really appreciated your encouragement, too!

d. I wanted to thank you for your support during my presentation last week.

e. Let’s meet up soon; I’d love to hear your thoughts on my next project.

Best,

Anna

A. d-a-b-c-e B. a-c-b-d-e C. a-b-d-c-e D. d-b-a-e-c

Question 12.

a. I believe that mothers should return to work after they have children if they want to.

b. Secondly, going to work allows women to be independent because it builds up their self- confidence and they can help the family meet their financial needs.

c. Firstly, mothers who go back to work are good role models because their children see that they can achieve what they want.

d. To sum up, I believe that the benefits of working mothers are great. They can build up their self-confidence by working and are good examples for their children.

e. That means, by looking at their mothers, children can see how a woman can make her own choices in life.

(Adapted from Bright)

A. a-c-e-b-d B. e-a-c-b-d C. c-b-e-a-d D. a-c-b-e-d

Question 13:
a. Taylor Swift is a famous singer and songwriter, known for her catchy songs and emotional lyrics.

b. To sum up, Taylor Swift’s hard work and talent have made her an inspiration to many people around the world.

c. Moreover, she has won many awards, including Grammy, for her incredible music.

d. In addition, Taylor uses her platform to support important causes like education and disaster relief.

e. She began her career at a young age and quickly became one of the most successful artists in the world.

A. a-e-c-d-b B. e-c-a-d-b C. a-c-e-d-b D. c-e-d-a-b

Question 14.

a. Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to apply for the position of a part-time server, which you advertised on your website on 10 October.
b. Last summer, I waited on tables for two months at a fast-food restaurant. I am a friendly, hard-working, and caring person with a love for people and good food.

c. Thank you for your consideration. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

d. I can also speak English, so I can wait on foreign customers. I would be

delighted to meet you in person to discuss my application. I will be free for an interview any afternoon during the week.

e. I am in my final year of secondary school. I have some experience in the hospitality industry.

A. a-c-e-b-d B. a-e-b-d-c C. a-e-c-b-d D. b-d-e-c-a

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