TIẾNG ANH 9 FRIENDS PLUS

UNIT 1 – PRACTICE TEST

I. PRONUNCIATION
Question 1. Which word has the underlined part pronounced differently from that of the others?
A. music B. reset C. players D. result
Question 2. Which word has the underlined part pronounced differently from that of the others?
A. rely B. heavy C. crypt D. story
Question 3. Which word has a different stress pattern from that of the others?
A. comment B. password C. profile D. request
Question 4. Which word has a different stress pattern from that of the others?
A. satellite B. memory C. recognize D. souvenir
II. Choose the answer (A, B, C or D) that best fits the space in each question.
Question 5. This album consists of a lot of photos taken during my last summer vacation. It reminds
me ______ fond memories of those days.
A. on B. at C. of D. to
Question 6. You should keep ______ items in a metal or plastic container. Otherwise, they can become
damaged.
A. common B. useful C. popular D. fragile
Question 7. My cousin left his teddy bears at the hotel. Luckily, he ______ in lost property.
A. looked for it B. got it back C. went for it D. put it away
Question 8. The ______ of the internal combustion engine in the late 19 th century paved the way for
the steadily rising exchange of people and goods worldwide.
A. means B. advent C. vehicle D. variety
Question 9. Before the Industrial Revolution, people used to rely ______ on animals, such as horses or
donkeys, to travel long distances.
A. heavily B. importantly C. finally D. dramatically
Question 10. Hurry up! The bus ______ leave soon.
A. will B. is going to C. is about to D. is able to
Question 11. The two national leaders ______ for talks later this afternoon.
A. will meet B. are meeting C. have met D. are going to meet
Question 12. Jane ______ to read and write before she started school.
A. learns B. learned C. was learning D. had learnt
Question 13. Yesterday, my father worked overtime. He didn’t arrive home ______ midnight.
A. until B. while C. meantime D. afterwards
Question 14. Ted: “How was your family vacation in New Orleans?”
Marie: “______”
A. Don’t forget to post it on social media. B. I didn’t realized that.
C. It was a fantastic experience. D. I don’t think so.

III. Look at each sign or notice. Choose the best answer (A, B, C or D) that matches its meaning.
Question 15. What does the notice say?
A. It is easier to make an appointment by using your phone.
B. Update your information by means of your cell phone.
C. The appointment is cancelled due to the Internet
disconnection.
D. Using your phone during the meeting is forbidden.
 Question 15. What does the sign mean?
A. All vehicles are not allowed to park here.
B. Drivers must not go on this way.
C. There is a shop selling electric vehicles ahead.
D. Only electric cars can be parked at this place.

V. Choose the word (A, B, C or D) that best fits each blank space in the following passage.
FROM A MAGNATE TO AN ART COLLECTOR
During the Gilded Age, spanning from the 1870s to the early 1900s, wealthy individuals played a
vital (17) ______ in shaping the art world. Among them was John D. Rockefeller, (18) ______ made
significant contributions that influenced the evolution of art during his time.
John D. Rockefeller, an American industrialist, had a long-standing (19) ______ for modern art and
spent the better part of a century collecting artworks by Paul Gauguin, Henri Matisse, Pablo Picasso
and others. His collection was (20) ______ of a wide range of artistic styles and periods, indicating a
diverse taste. Moreover, he provided assistance for both established and emerging artists. For
instance, he commissioned Mexican painter Diego Rivera to create the mural “Man at the Crossroads”
for Rockefeller Center. (21) ______ the painting was controversial and eventually destroyed due to
ideological differences, it showcased Rockefeller’s openness to modern and socially relevant art. Such
willingness and patronage resulted (22) ______ the elevation of artists’ status and the exploration of
new themes.
Question 17. Choose the correct answer.
A. duty B. role C. function D. sect
Question 18. Choose the correct answer.
A. that B. which C. who D. whom
Question 19. Choose the correct answer.
A. affection B. affluence C. affinity D. attention
Question 20. Choose the correct answer.
A. made up B. brought up C. held up D. put up
Question 21. Choose the correct answer.
A. Because B. Despite C. However D. Although
Question 22. Choose the correct answer.
A. at B. in C. with D. from
IV. Read the following and do as directed.
Communication in Vietnam has undergone remarkable transformations from the past to the
present. In-person dialogues, handwritten letters and texting used to be dominant, but many tech-
based forms have replaced them.
Traditional modes: During the late 20th century, Vietnam’s telecommunications industry was
characterised by limited access to international channels and reliance on traditional forms such as
face-to-face interactions and handwritten correspondence. Moreover, state-controlled media played an
important role in disseminating information.
Mobile phones: Although the first mobile network officially began operation in 1993, it was not until
the early 21st century that the explosion of mobile communication brought about a revolution. With
their portability and affordability, they were commonly used to make calls and send messages
whenever and wherever you are.
Modern-day communications: In recent years, Vietnam has embraced digital communication fully.
Smartphones with high-speed internet connectivity offer instant access to information and connect
individuals on a broader scale. Social media platforms, such as Facebook, Instagram and Zalo, enable
users to share news and send pictures with astonishing rapidity, as well as stay connected regardless
of geographical distances.
a. Decide whether the following sentences are True or False:
Question 23. Handwritten letters are no longer popular in the present.
A. True B. False
Question 24. The spread of the news was regulated by the government in the late 20 th century.
A. True B. False
Question 25. Vietnam’s mobile network first launched in the early 21 st century.
A. True B. False
Question 26. Spatial separation now has prevented people from keeping in touch with each other.
A. True B. False
b. Choose the correct answer to each question:
Question 27. What serves as the best title for the passage?
A. Modes of Communication in Vietnam B. Ways of Communicating in Bygone Days
C. Social Media – A New Method of Communication D. Communication in Vietnam –
Then and Now
Question 28. What can Facebook, Instagram and Zalo be described as?
A. e-commerce platforms B. computerised database
C. information sharing apps D. electronic gadgets

VI. Supply the correct form of the word given in each sentence.
Question 29. You may bring a hand-held __________ without memory expansion chips or electronic
cards into exam rooms. (CALCULATE)
Question 30. I still keep this old-style phone because it has great __________ value for me. My
grandmother gave it to me on my tenth birthday. (SENTIMENT)
Question 31. The fire was so serious that no house in the neighbourhood escaped __________.
(DAMAGE)
Question 32. As society develops, keeping warm and being well fed no longer suffice. Humans want
tasty dishes and dress __________. (FASHION)
Question 33. The company has done their utmost to __________ its latest model of electronic bikes.
(POPULAR)
Question 34. You should store all your __________ in the hotel safe in case of theft. (VALUE)

VII. Choose the letter (A, B, C or D) that indicates the correct arrangement of the sentences
to make a meaningful paragraph / letter.
Question 35.
a. It all started when my parents decided to visit the safari.
b. We finally got back to the hotel with sadness and disappointment.
c. We had a great holiday in Singapore last week, but there were some ups and downs!
d. We were so excited about the trip, but the moment that we left the hotel, it started raining.
e. Upon our arrival at the safari two hours later, we realized that it was closed for maintenance.
A. c – a – d – e – b B. b – c – e – d – a C. d – a – c – e – b D. a – c – d – b – e
Question 36.
d. I will never forget seeing Mount Fuji for the first time.
e. The trip took place last December, which is the best time to visit the mountain for clear views.
b. At that time, the mountain was so beautiful and covered in snow.
a. However, getting to the mountain top was no easy task because of altitude sickness, accidents and
injury.
c. As soon as we reached the summit, we finally experienced a sense of freedom and achievement.
A. e – a – c – d – b B. c – b – a – e – d C. d – e – b – a – c D. a – c – d – b – e
VIII. Rewrite each of the following sentences in another way so that it means almost the
same as the sentence printed before it.
Question 37. After having filled more than 600 boxes with objects from his everyday life, Andy Warhol
died in 1987. (PASSED)
 By the time _______________________________________________________ objects from his everyday life.
Question 38. Experienced investors can easily put money into infrastructure projects because they
are familiar with large-scale investments. (INVESTING)
 Experienced investors have ___________________________________________________________________ due
to their familiarity with large-scale investments.
Question 39. I accidentally met an old friend on my way to work. (CAME)
 While I ___________________________________________________________________________________
Question 40. We are astonished that there has been a significant increase in the sales of electric
vehicles this year. (GONE)
 To _______________________________________________________________________________ this year.
 TIẾNG ANH 9 FRIENDS PLUS
UNIT 2 – PRACTICE TEST
I. PRONUNCIATION
Question 1. Which word has the underlined part pronounced differently from that of the others?
A. dispose B. waste C. consider D. subject
Question 2. Which word has the underlined part pronounced differently from that of the others?
A. caravan B. moral C. value D. action
Question 3. Which word has a different stress pattern from that of the others?
A. career B. option C. culture D. social
Question 4. Which word has a different stress pattern from that of the others?
A. consider B. hesitate C. transition D. decision

II. Choose the answer (A, B, C or D) that best fits the space in each question.
Question 5. She has always been concerned about the environment, so she has a bachelor’s degree
______ environmental studies from Edinburgh.
A. on B. at C. for D. in
Question 6. If we could all make an ______ to reduce the amount of household waste, it would help
keep the world clean and unpolluted.
A. impact B. effect C. import D. effort
Question 7. As a good strong leader, Ms. Harper never ______ to do anything that benefits her team.
A. hesitates B. decides C. considers D. postpones
Question 8. This ______ victory in the semi-final left the national football team in contention for this
year’s championship finals.
A. considerate B. thoughtful C. unavoidable D. decisive
Question 9. As an interior designer, Marie decorated her apartment ______, blending modern design
with vintage charm.
A. tastily B. tastefully C. tastelessly D. distastefully
Question 10. I have ______ to eat a vegan diet in order to lose weight and lead a healthy lifestyle.
A. thought twice B. made up my mind C. taken my time D. kept my options open
Question 11. The kids ______ soccer all afternoon, but their energy seems inexhaustible.
A. played B. have played C. were playing D. have been playing
Question 12. All candidates are anxiously waiting outside the auditorium because the results have
______ to be announced.
A. for B. since C. yet D. already
Question 13. ______ it was our first meeting, she was very nice when I got to know her.
A. Because B. However C. Even if D. In spite of
Question 14. Liam and Rosa are talking about their study.
Liam: “There’s not much time left to choose your last subject for final year. Have you made up your
mind yet?”
Rosa: “I know. ______ whether to do business or art.”
A. The good thing about this is B. I’m leaning towards
C. I have thought of speaking D. I’m in two minds

III. Look at each sign or notice. Choose the best answer (A, B, C or D) that matches its meaning.
Question 15. What does the sign mean?
A. Move gently because there is a yoga class.
B. Yoga classes start at 9 o’clock every day.
C. This week’s yoga class is canceled due to the renovation
project.
D. Keep talking until the yoga class ends.
 Question 16. What does the notice say?
A. Martin and Lucy have decided to join the meditation
workshop.
B. Lucy asked Martin where the workshop would be held.
C. A meditation workshop is going to be held on Saturday and
Sunday.
D. Martin can submit his registration form after Wednesday.

IV. Choose the word (A, B, C or D) that best fits each blank space in the following passage.
It is often not easy to understand people who live an unusual lifestyle because it goes (17) ______
the grain, especially concerns about health. But Don Gorske is a (18) ______ example of one of those
who lead a healthy but out-of-the-norms life. Don has eaten 2 Big Macs on a daily basis for over 50
years, and until now, he has consumed more than 30,000 Big Macs. For two decades, he has claimed
the world record for the most Big Macs eaten, and has (19) ______ his record to a total of 34,128 Big
Mac burgers. (20) ______ the considerable number of burgers he has eaten, he is still relatively healthy
– thanks to his six-mile walks around his neighborhood and the (21) ______ of French fries from his
order. (22) ______ about 86 kilograms, Don believes that the Big Mac is the reason for his healthy
weight.
Question 17. Choose the correct answer.
A. up to B. beyond C. against D. over
Question 18. Choose the correct answer.
A. major B. main C. central D. prime
Question 19. Choose the correct answer.
A. extracted B. expanded C. extended D. expired
Question 20. Choose the correct answer.
A. Although B. Despite C. Even D. Due to
Question 21. Choose the correct answer.
A. exclusion B. inclusion C. decision D. implosion
Question 22. Choose the correct answer.
A. At B. In C. On D. From

V. Read the following and do as directed.

Decision-making plays an important role in leading a happy and successful life. Good decisions
can lead to benefits while poor choices can result in losses. For those who agonize over every
possibility of their choices, they get exhausted from decision fatigue. Charles Darwin is a typical
example. In 1838, the English naturalist was on the horns of dilemma – whether to get married or
devote his life to science.
To facilitate the process, Darwin made a list of the expected pluses and minuses of marriage. On
the left-hand side, he tried to imagine what marital life would be like (“having a constant companion”,
and “the likelihood that children would be part of the package”). On the right-hand side, he tried to
imagine what it would be like not to marry (“not forced to visit relatives and to bend in every trifle”).
Most of Darwin’s list seemed to point him toward a life of staying single. Yet he decided to marry,
seemingly putting his sober list of pluses and minuses aside.
Why did Darwin ignore the calm, rational calculus he laid out? Obviously, as social beings, we
want to belong to something larger than ourselves. The decisions we made do not just lead to good
days or bad days. They define us and determine who we are, who we might aspire to become and who
we might come to be. Darwin accepted that daily happiness was less important how he thought he
should live his life, and who and what he wanted to become.
From Darwin’s lesson, the advice is to spend less time trying to figure out the best path to get to
where you want to go and spend more time thinking about where you want to go in the first place.
(Adapted from How to Make a Decision When There’s No “Right” One by Russ Roberts)
a. Decide whether the following sentences are True or False:
Question 23. Some people are worn out by overthinking their decisions.
A. True B. False
Question 24. Charles Darwin jotted down the pros and cons of getting married before coming to the
final decision.
A. True B. False
Question 25. His decision was to stay single until his death.
A. True B. False
Question 26. It can be inferred that we should listen to our emotions when making a tough choice.
A. True B. False
b. Choose the correct answer to each question:
Question 27. What serves as the best title for the passage?
A. Marriage – A Sacred Choice You’ve Ever Made B. Charles Darwin – Famous
English Naturalist
C. “Head Choice” versus “Heart Choice” D. Decision-making in Business
Question 28. What does the phrase “the process” in paragraph 2 refer to?
A. dilemma B. decision fatigue C. every possibility D. decision-making

VI. Supply the correct form of the word given in each sentence.
Question 29. That each item purchased in the supermarket is wrapped in plastic is a prime example
of ______ that worsens plastic pollution in our oceans. (PACKAGE)
Question 30. Lauren decided not to use ______ like paper cups, plastic cutlery, and aluminum foil trays
in order to protect the environment. (DISPOSE)
Question 31. It is ______ of you to play loud music late at night. (CONSIDER)
Question 32. On the first day of the conference, she ______ approached the podium, not knowing how
the audience would react to her speech. (HESITATE)
Question 33. The sound of the music ______ into thinking that there were a lot of people in the house.
(DECEIT)
Question 34. Marc was ______ of his sister when his parents bought her a new laptop as a reward for
her outstanding academic results. (ENVY)

VII. Choose the letter (A, B, C or D) that indicates the correct arrangement of the sentences
to make a meaningful paragraph / letter.
Question 35.
a. Jo has lived without cash since she quit her job as a community development officer in 2015.
b. She even wore unused clothes taken from the local charity.
c. At that time, she collected napkins from cafés to use as toilet paper and pieces of unwanted soap.
d. She also built a stove out of old bricks and used twigs for fuel.
e. When interviewed, she said that she saw the value in what others discarded.
A. a – e – d – c – b B. b – d – e – c – a C. a – c – d – b – e D. b – a – c – d – e

Question 36.
a. All in all, the results indicate that different forms of assessment can be helpful in evaluating
students’ abilities.
b. Those in favour said that it is helpful for students to go over what they have learned so that they can
remember the lesson.
c. In contrast, those against commented that students are under a lot of study pressure when exams
are coming, and teachers cannot assess all aspects of a student through a written exam.
d. In our survey at school, we asked people “Do students need school exams every year?”
e. Of the fifty students who participated, only 40% said ‘yes’ while the others said exams were
unnecessary.
A. a – c – b – d – e B. e – c – a – b – d C. d – e – b – c – a D. c – e – b – d – a
VIII. Rewrite each of the following sentences in another way so that it means almost the
same as the sentence printed before it.
Question 37. We last met each other at our last meeting in 2020. (TOGETHER)
 We haven’t __________________________________________________________________________ in 2020.
Question 38. Although the weather was bad, they tried to continue their plan for camping. (STICK)
 Bad ____________________________________________________________________ their plan for camping.
Question 39. He became keen on baking after attending a cake-making workshop although he wasn’t
interested in cooking. (GOT INTO)
 Despite his __________________________________________ baking after attending a cake-making
workshop.
Question 40. This is the first time I have postponed what I can do. (PUT)
 I have _____________________________________________________________________________________