2. Phát triển ý 0.

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 Phát triển ý có trình tự logic và mạch lạc 0.20
 Có giải thích, dẫn chứng, ví dụ xác thực đủđể bảo vệý kiến của người viết 0.20
3. Sử dụng ngôn ngữ 0.40
 Sử dụng ngôn từ phù hợp với nội dung của bài viết 0.10
 Sử dụng ngôn từđúng văn phong/ thể loại, đa dạng về từ vựng và cấu trúc. 0.15
 Sử dụng từ nối các ý cho bài viết uyển chuyển 0.15
4. Nội dung 0.40
Đủ thuyết phục người đọc 0.15
Đủ dẫn chứng, ví dụ, lập luận 0.15
Độ dài: Số từ không nhiều hơn hoặc ít hơn so với quy định 10 % 0.10
5. Ngữ pháp, dấu câu và chính tả 0.40
 Sử dụng đúng dấu câu 0.10
 Chính tả: Viết đúng chính tả 0.10
- Lỗi chính tả gây hiểu nhầm/ sai lệch ý sẽ bị tính một lỗi (trừ 1% điểm của
bài viết)
- Cùng một lỗi chính tả lặp lại chỉ tính là một lỗi
 Sử dụng đúng thời, thể, cấu trúc câu đúng ngữ pháp. (Lỗi ngữ pháp gây hiểu 0.20
nhầm/ sai lệch ý sẽ bị trừ 1% điểm bài viết.)
Tổng 2.00

ENGLISH PRACTICE 2
A. PHONETICS (10 points)
Question 1: Pick out the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from those of
the other words. Write your answers in the numbered blanks provided below (5p)
01. A. random B. canal C. many D. explanatory
02. A. good B. moon C. food D. balloon
03. A. provide B. product C. production D. procedure
04. A. kite B. bite C. Christian D. Christ
05. A. voltage B. voyage C. massage D. dosage

Question 2: Choose the word whose stress pattern is differently from those of the other words.
Write your answers in the numbered blanks provided below (5p)
06. A. argumentative B. psychological C. contributory D. hypersensitive
07. A. atomic B. brilliant C. determined D. ambitious
08. A. trigonometry B. explanatory C. immediately D. democracy
09. A. photograph B. payroll C. accent D. regretful
10. A. majority B. ceremony C. astronomy D. investiture

B. GRAMMAR & VOCABULARY (60 points)

Question 3: Give the correct tense/ form of the verbs in the brackets. Write your answers in the
numbered blanks provided below (30p)
a. It‘s time we (11. go). If we (12. not leave) now, we (13. miss) the train.

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b. I know I (14. not write) to you before, but I (15. be) so busy recently that I (16. not have) time
for writing letters. I (17. telephone) you instead, but I (18. forget) your number.
c. Why didn‘t you tell me you could lend me the money? I (19. not borrow) it from the bank.
d. He is walking (20. hurry) to the place where his ex-wife, a famous naturalist now (21. lie) (22.
bury) among the animals she (23. love) so much.
e. We will see Alice at the corner, she (24. wait) for us when we (25. arrive).
f. He resents (26. be) (27. tell) what (28. do).
g. Her mother (29. go) abroad last month, so it (30. not be) her you see at the theater last
Sunday.

Question 4: The passage below contains 10 errors. IDENTIFY and CORRECT them. (0) has
been done as an example. Write your answers in the numbered blanks below (20p)

Question 5: Fill in each blank with a suitable PREPOSITION or PARTICLE. Write your
answers in the numbered blanks provided below the passage. (10p)
41. We‘re all very obliged_________ you
42. When the wound has healed_________ you can remove the plaster.
43. Without a fridge, fresh food will go_________ very quickly.
44. I‘m faithful_________ my principle.
45. I haven‘t heard_________ Mandy since she wrote in July.
46. This service is free_________ charge.
47. They went ahead contrary_________ my advice.
48. The weather was fine, and everyone was making_________ the coast.
49. We‘re going_________ Tom‘s car tomorrow.
50. Have a card_________ your sleeve.

C. READING (40 points)

Question 6: Read the following passage and choose the best answer. Write your answers in the
numbered blanks provided below the passage. (20p)
In addition to the great ridges and volcanic chains, the oceans conceal another form of
undersea mountains: the strange guyot, or flat-topped seamount. No marine geologist even
suspected the existence of these isolated mountains until they were discovered by geologist
Harry H. Hess in 1946. He was serving at the time as naval officer on a ship equipped with a
fathometer. Hess named these truncated peaks for the nineteenth-century Swiss-born geologist

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Arnold Guyot, who had served on the faculty of Princeton University for thirty years. Since then,
hundreds of guyots have been discovered in every ocean but the Arctic. Like offshore canyons,
guyots present a challenge to oceanographic theory. They are believed to be extinct volcanoes.
Their flat tops indicate that they once stood above or just below the surface, where the action of
waves leveled off their peaks. Yet today, by definition, their summits are at least 600 feet below
the surface, and some are as deep as 8,200 feet. Most lie between 3,200 feet and 6,500 feet. Their
tops are not really flat but slope upward to a low pinnacle at the center. Dredging from the tops
of guyots has recovered basalt and coral rubble, and that would be expected from the eroded tops
of what were once islands. Some of this material is over 80 million years old. Geologists think
the drowning of the guyots involved two processes: The great weight of the volcanic mountains
depressed the sea floor beneath them, and the level of the sea rose a number of times, especially
when the last Ice Age ended, some 8,000 to 11.000 years ago.
51. What is the author's main purpose in writing this passage?
A. To trace the career of Arnold Guyot.
B. To describe feature of the undersea world.
C. To present the results of recent geologic research.
D. To discuss underwater ridges and volcano chains
52. The word “conceal” is closest in meaning to which of the following?
A. Contain B. Erode C. Hide D. Create
53. The passage implies that guyots were first detected by means of________.
A. a fathometer B. computer analysic
C. a deep-sea diving expedition D. research submarines
54. The author indicates that Arnold Guyot________.
A. was Harry Hess's instructor B. invented the fathometer
C. named the guyed after himself D. taught at Princeton University
55. What does the passage say about the Arctic Ocean?
A. The first guyot was discovered there.
B. No guyots have ever been found there.
C. There are more guyots there than in any other ocean.
D. It is impossible that guyots were ever formed there.
56. The author states that offshore canyons and guyots have which of the following
characteristics in common?
A. Both are found on the ocean floor near continental shelves.
B. Both present oceanographers with a mystery.
C. Both were formed by volcanic activity.
D. Both were, at one time, above the surface of the sea.
57. According to the passage, most guyots are found at a depth of________.
A. less than 600 feet. B. between 600 and 3,200 feet.
C. between 3,200 and 6,500 feet D. more than 8,200 feet
51. Which of the following is closest in meaning to the word “rubble”?
A. Fragments B. Mixture C. Columns D. Core
51. According to the passage, which of the following two processes were involved in the
submersion of guyots?
A. Erosion and volcanic activity.
B. The sinking of the sea floor and the rising of sea level.
C. Mountain building and the action of ocean currents

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 D. High tides and earthquakes
60. According to the passage, when did sea level significantly rise?
A. In 1946 B. In the nineteenth century
C. From 8,000 to 11,000 years D. 80 million years ago

Question 7: Read the following passage and choose the best answer. Write your answers in the
numbered blanks provided below the passage. (20p)
As Christmas evolved in the United States, new customs were adopted and many old
ones were reworked. The legend of Santa Claus, for example, had origins in Europe and was
brought by Dutch settlers to New York in the early 18th century. Traditionally, Santa Claus -
from the Dutch Sinter Klaas - was depicted as a tall, dignified, religious figure riding a white
horse through the air. Known as Saint Nicholas in Germany, he was usually accompanied by
Black Peter, an elf who punished disobedient children. In North America he eventually
developed into a fat, jolly old gentleman who had neither the religious attributes of Saint
Nicholas nor the strict disciplinarian character of Black Peter.
Santa‘s transformation began in 1823, when a New York newspaper published the poem
A Visit from Saint Nicholas, which Clement Clark Moore had written to amuse his daughter. The
poem introduced many Americans to the story of a kindly saint who flew over housetops in a
reindeer-drawn sleigh. Portraits and drawings of Santa Claus by American illustrator Thomas
Nast further strengthened the legend during the second half of the 19th century. Living at the
North Pole and assisted by elves, the modern Santa produced and delivered toys to all good
children. By the late 19th century he had become such a prominent figure of American folklore
that in 1897, when Virginia O‘Hanlon wrote to the New York Sun newspaper asking if Santa
was real, she received a direct answer: ―Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus‖.
61. Who brought the legend of Santa Claus to the USA according to the passage?
A. Sinter Klaas B. Saint Nicholas C. A German D. Dutch
settlers
62. Santa Claus was traditionally described as a________.
A. tall man who could walk through the air. B. fat, jolly, old man.
C. religious figure. D. fat man riding a white horse.
63. Santa Claus in North America was depicted as________.
A. a man with the strict disciplinarian character of Black Peter.
B. a good old man with less religious character.
C. one with religious attributes of Saint Nicholas.
D. a jolly man on horseback.
64. Who was Black Peter?
A. an elf accompanying Saint Nicholas. B. an elf who rode a white horse.
C. one of the disobedient children. D. a popular traditional figure.
65. What word is closest in meaning to “attributes”?
A. symbols of a person B. natural qualities C. effects D. outer appearance
66. Where did the legend of Santa Claus come from?
A. the North Pole B. Europe C. North America D. the City of New
York
67. 1823 was mentioned as a year when________.
A. Clement Clark Moore wrote his first poem
B. Clement Clark Moore‘s poem made him popular

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D. the image of Santa Claus was transformed
68. According to Clement Clark Moore’s poem
A. Santa Claus had nothing different in appearance from the traditional one.
B. Santa Claus had wings and could fly.
C. Santa Claus liked poetry.
D. Santa Claus was a kindly saint who flew over housetops in a sleigh.
69. The answer “Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus” is an illustration for the fact
that________.
A. the New York Sun was popular with children.
B. Santa Claus was a prominent figure at that time.
C. newspapers are unreliable.
D. Virginia O‘Hanlon was a reader of the New York Sun
70. Which of the following statements is TRUE?
A. Santa Claus was an imaginary old man created by artists based on traditional figures.
B. Living in the North Pole, Santa Claus visited children at Christmas.
C. Santa Claus was a real figure living in northern America.
D. Santa Claus was a story based on Saint Nicholas and Black Peter.

D. USE OF ENGLISH (30 points)

Question 8: Choose the word that best fits each of the blanks in the following passage. Write
your answers in the numbered blanks provided below the passage. (0) has been done as an
example. (10p)
Vietnamese generally shake hands when greeting and parting. Using both hands shows
respect as does a (71)________ bow of the head. In rural areas, elderly people do not extend
their hand are greeted with a bow. Women are more (72)________ to bow the head than to
shake hands. Vietnamese names begin with the family name and are (73)________ by a given
name. For example, in the name Nguyen Van Due, Nguyen is the family name. People address
(74)________ by their given names, but add a title that indicates their perceived
(75)________ to the other person. These titles are family related rather than professional. Among
colleagues, for example, the (76)________ of the two might combine the given name with the
title of Anh ("Older Brother"). A(n) (77)________ greeting combined with the given name and
title is Xin chao ("Hello."). Classifiers for gender and familiarity are also combined with the
greeting. In formal meetings, business cards are sometimes (78)________ on greeting.
Vietnamese people have a strong (79)________ of hospitality and feel embarrassed if
they cannot show their guests full respect by preparing for their arrival. Therefore, it
(80)________ to visit someone without having been invited. Gifts are not required, but are
appreciated. Flowers, incense, or tea may be proper gifts for the hosts. Hosts also appreciate a
small gift for their children or elderly parents
71. A. light B. slight C. lightly D. lighted
72. A. possible B. capable C. probable D. likely
73. A. continued B. chased C. followed D. taken
74. A. each one B. one other C. one the other D. one another
75. A. relation B. relationship C. relation D. relatives
76. A. younger B. most young C. youngest D. young
77. A. easy B. basic C. fundamentally D. elementary

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78. A. changed B. transferred C. reserved D. exchanged
79. A. sense B. sensation C. sensitivity D. sensible
80. A. inactive B. inaccurate C. inappropriate D. inexact

Question 9: Fill each blank with ONE suitable word. Write your answers in the numbered
blanks provided below the passage. (0) has been done as an example. (10p)
Cell Phones
Cell phones have been popular in Japan (0. since) the early 1990s, but it was
(81)________ until 1999 that their use really took off. The age of cell phones has emerged, but
with it come problems.
Cell phones are used on buses and trains, in restaurants, and in all areas of (82)________.
They cause problems when they (82)________ during meetings, concerts, weddings, or
even funerals. What's more, people speak loudly in public, and students read and text
messages during lessons. (83)________ seriously, when a cell phone is used near a person
(84)________ a pacemaker to fegulate his heartbeat, its radio waves may interfere with the
functioning of the pacemaker.
Now, something is being done to solve these (86)________. In many places, new
technology is being used to block cell phone calls. Airline (87)________ are requested to stop
using cell phones while on board. Concert halls ask their audience to switch their phones to
the (88)________ mode. However, phone users fear that if they do not (89)________ their
phones, they will lose valuable business opportunities. That's why many do not (90)________ off
their phones even when they are asked to.

Question 10: Write the correct FORM of each bracketed word. Write your answers in the
numbered spaces provided below. (10p)
91. Those (theatre) group has never lost its appeal.
92. Dolphins, (mammal) species, sometimes jump above the surface of the water.
93. The situation is so (chaos) in some countries now that it is difficult to see any solution
94. He‘s the most (please), ill-mannered person I‘ve ever met.
95. Good friends can enrich the quality of our lives (measure).
96. This famous singer had two (enter) in the Guinness Book of World Records.
97. Beauty is in the eye of the (hold).
98. Computers are now considered (dispense) in the business world.
99. Due to (electric) the difference between urban life and rural life is more and more reduced.
100. A doctor may prescribe (biotic) if the patient has an infection.

E. WRITING (30p)
Question 11: Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means the same as
the sentence printed before it (10p).
101. Someone stole the old lady‘s handbag.
→ The old lady was .........................................................................................
102. A true story forms the basis of Mary‘s new novel.
→ Mary‘s new novel .........................................................................................
103. If you have completed your test, you can go home.
→ Get ......................................................................................................................
104. Absolute secrecy was crucial to the success of the mission.

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 → Without ............................................................................................................
105. Something must be done to solve this problem.
→ Urgent .......................................................................................... ....................

Question 12: Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it is as similar its
possible in meaning to the original sentence. Use the word given and other words as
necessary. Do not change the form of the given word (10p).
106. The job received over a hundred applications. (APPLIED)
→ .......................................................................................................................
107. Alan prides himself on his punctuality. (TAKES)
→ .......................................................................................................................
108. Many people attended this year‘s festival. (TURNOUT)
→ .......................................................................................................................
109. He is becoming quite famous as an interviewer. (NAME)
→ .......................................................................................................................
110. The whole team was in a happy mood. (SPIRITS)
→ .......................................................................................................................

Question 13: Writing an essay (40p)

It is widely believed nowadays that social knowledge and the ability to adapt in a changing
society make a school-leaver succeed in getting a job.
What do you think about the saying?
Write an essay of around 250 words to prove your points.

_____________THE END_____________

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KEYS
A. PHONETICS (10p)
Question 1: (5p) 01. C 02. A 03. B 04. C 05. C
Question 2: (5p) 06. C 07. B 08. A 09. D 10. B
B. GRAMMAR & VOCABULARY (20p)
Question 3: (10p)
11. went 12. don‘t leave 13. will miss 14. shouldn‘t/ oughtn‘t have written
15. have been 16. haven‘t had 17. should/would have telephoned 18. have forgot(ten)
19. needn‘t have borrowed 20. hurrying 21. lies 22. buried
23. loved 24. will be waiting 25. arrive 26. being 27. told
28. to do 29. went 30. can‘t/ couldn‘t have been
Question 4: (10p)
31. visiting → to visit 32. no → not 33. right address → the right address
34. their → its 35. up → down 36. had → had been
37. risen → raised 38. extending → extended
39. previous → previously 40. untidy gravel yard → an untidy gravel yard
Question 5: (5p)
41. to 42. over 43. off 44. to 45. from
46. of 47. to 48. for 49. in 50. Up
C. READING (20p)
Question 6: (10p)
51. B 52. C 53. A 54. D 55. B 56. B 57. C 58. A 59. B 60. C
Question 7: (10p)
61. D 62. C 63. B 64. A 65. A 66. B 67. D 68. D 69. B 70. A
D. USE OF ENGLISH (20p)
Question 8: (10p)
71. B 72. D 73. C 74. D 75. B 76. A 77. B 78. D 79. A 80. C
Question 9: (10p)
81. not 82. life 83. ring 84. More 85.using
86. problems 87. passengers 88. silent 89. answer 90. turn/switch
Question 10: (10p)
91. theatrical 92. mammalian 93. chaotic 94. unpleasant 95. immeasurably
96. entries 97. beholder 98. Indispensable 99. Electrification 100.
antibiotics
E. WRITING (30p)
Question 11: (10p)
101. The old lady was robbed of her hand bag.
102. Mary‘s new novel is based on a true story.
103. Get your test completed/ finished and you can go home.
104. Without absolute secrecy this mission would not have succeeded/ been successful/ been a
success/ would have failed.
105. Urgent action is/ measures are necessary/ essential to solve this problem.
Question 12: (10p)
106. Over a hundred people applied for the job.
107. Alan takes (a) pride in his punctuality.
108. This year‘s festival attracted a record/ high turnout.

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109. He is making quite a name for himself as an interviewer.
110. The whole team was in good spirits.
Question 13: (20p) ESSAY WRITING

___________THE END___________

ENGLISH PRACTICE 3

I. LEXICO-GRAMMAR (7/20 points)

Part 1: Choose the word or phrase that best completes each sentence. Write your answer (A, B,
C, or D) in the numbered box.
1. Sheila will inherit everything ________ her uncle‘s death.

A. on account of B. in spite of C. in the event of D. in place of

2. His poor handling of the business ________ on negligence.

A. neared B. edged C. approached D. bordered

3. Down ________ for three days.

A. the rain poured B. poured the rain

C. did the rain pour D. do the rain poor

4. Can I ________ your brains for a moment? I can‘t do this crossword by myself.

A. have B. pick C. mind D. use

5. The job wasn‘t giving the ________ of the experience he wanted.

A. width B. depth C. length D. breadth

6. I suppose I could ________ advertising.

A. catch on B. get out of C. go in for D. work out

7. The storm ripped our tent to ________.

A. slices B. shreds C. strips D. specks

8. She travelled the world in ________ of her dreams.

A. pursuit B. finding C. chase D. trail

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 9. The agency is ________ and not run for profit.

A. charitable B. donated C. voluntary D. free

10. Mike, _______, will you switch off that television!

A. once and for all B. now and then

C. over and above D. from time to time

Your answers
1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
Part 2: Write the correct FORM of each bracketed word in the numbered space provided in
the column on the right.
11. The (PLACE)_______ of natural resources is becoming inadequate 11. ________
for the support of increasing population.
12. The grammar section provides coverage of all the most
12. ________
(PROBLEM)_______ areas.
13. ________
13. He has recorded the (NARRATE)______ for the production. 14. ________
15. ________
14. In this profession, women (NUMBER)______ men by two to one.

15. An (LAY)_______ showing population can be placed on top of the 16. ________
17. ________
map. 18. ________

16. The shells are so hard and they are virtually (DESTROY)_______.
19. ________
17. We should arrive two days early in order to (CLIMATE)________. 20. ________

18. These changes are likely to (POOR)________ single-parent families

even further.

19. I‘m afraid the hospital is desperately (STAFF)______ at the moment.

20. This book will challenge your (CONCEPT)_______ about rural life.

Part 3: The passage below contains 10 mistakes. Underline the mistakes and correct them in
the space provided in the column on the right. (0) has been done as an example.

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Human and primates, the family of apes, gorillas, and chimpanzees, among others, 0. Humans
divide many common traits. 21. ____________
While primates are deemed the most intelligent of animals, most researchers believed
they lack the capacity to produce language. However, a research project in the 1970s 22. ____________
at University of Georgia showed promise that chimpanzees have the ability to learn a 23. ____________
certain language, just as human children do.
The project used several chimpanzees as test subjects in which Lana, a female chimp 24. ____________
was the study focus.
Though the primates lack the vocal constructions to make human speech patterns, the 25. ____________
researchers created a language called Yerkish, using lexigram made up of symbols 26. ____________
that represent sounds and words. 125 symbols were placed on a keyboard, which 27. ____________
Lana was taught how to use the board to communicate with the researchers. She 28. ____________
successfully expressed her thoughts by pressing different keys in succession. In some 29. ____________
cases, she used up to seven at times. 30. ____________
Part 4: Supply the correct form of the VERB in brackets to complete the passage. Write your
answer in the numbered box.
I don't normally go to the cinema. Not because I don't like it but because it's just a habit I
(31.never GET)__________ into. However, on this occasion I (32. DECIDE)__________ to go
because my friends (33. constantly GO)__________ on about this film all week and eventually
wore me down. It was starring some ephemeral Hollywood actor whom I had vaguely heard of
but couldn't put a face to. We got to the cinema early to find people (34. already
WAIT)__________ outside, which suggested that my friends weren't the only ones who thought
it was worth seeing although I could still think of several other things I would rather having
been doing at that moment. In the end, the film (35. TURN)_________ out to be not half as bad
as expected, though I (36. PREFER)__________ something with a bit more action. The plot
centred on two men who were planning to carry out some immensely complicated robbery,
though what they (37. completely FAIL) ___________ to realize was that all the time their plans
(38. closely MONITOR) ____________ by the police. Somewhat unpredictably, however, they
got away with it because they (39. CHANGE) _____________ their plans at the last minute. It
was okay but I (40.not THINK)________ of going again.

Your answers
31. 36.
32. 37.
33. 38.

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35. 40.

Part 5: Fill each gap in the following sentences with one of the prepositions or particles in the
box. Use each word only ONCE and write your answer in the numbered box. (Please note that
the given words outnumber the gaps.)
by through with for in out
up into off across down beyond
41. He likes to show _________ how well he speaks French.

42. They were sad because the plan fell _________ at the last minutes.

43. Ben is a true adventurer. He has climbed this country's highest mountain, canoed _________
the continent, and hiked through the Amazon jungle.

44. She wrote the book _________ collaboration with one of her students.

45. You'd better write _________ the appointment in your agenda, or you'll probably forget.

46. Mary has always looked _________ to her uncle, who is a very successful actor.

47. I do feel ________ you, honestly!

48. As I had put on weight, my dress was too tight so I had to let it ________ especially around
the waist.

49. I'm sorry but Dr. Ho sees patients _________ appointments only.

50. He spoke _________ such assurance that we couldn't but believe him.

Your answers
41. 46.
42. 47.
43. 48.
44. 49.
45. 50.
II. READING (6/ 20 points)
Part 1: Read the following passage and decide which answer (A, B, C, or D) best fits each gap.
Write your answer in the numbered box. (0) has been done as an example.

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 When faced (0)________ some new and possible bewildering technology change, most
people (51)________ in one of two ways. They either recoil (52)________ anything new,
claiming that it is unnecessary, or too complicated or that it (53)________ makes life less than
human. Or they learn to adapt to the new invention and (54)________ wonder how they could
possibly have existed (55)________ it. Take computers as example. For many of us, they still
(56)________ a threat to our freedom and give us a frightening (57)________ of a future in
which all decisions will be (58)________ by machines. This may be because they seem
(59)________, and difficult to understand. Ask most people what you can use a home computer
for, and you usually get vague answers about how ‗they give you information‘. In fact, even
those of us who are (60)________ with computer and use them in our daily work, have little idea
of how they work. But it does not take long to learn how to operate a business programme, even
if things occasionally go wrong for no apparent (61)________. Presumably, much the same
happened when telephone and television became widespread. What seems to alarm most people
is the (62)________ of technology change, (63)________ than change itself. And the objections
that are made to new technology may (64)________ have a point to them, since change is not
always an improvement. As we discover during power cuts, there is a lot to be said for the oil
lamp, the coal fire, and forms of entertainment, such as books or board (65)________, which
don‘t have to be plugged into work.

0. A. with B. to C. for D. on
51. A. react B. treat C. solve D. perform
52. A. of B. out of C. away from D. from
53. A. somewhere B. someplace C. someway D. somewhat
54. A. eventually B. possibly C. initially D. naturally
55. A. with B. without C. on D. for
56. A. show B. meet C. face D. represent
57. A. possibility B. sense C. idea D. prospect
58. A. invented B. changed C. taken D. done
59. A. unsteady B. unsure C. mysterious D. obvious
60. A. accustomed B. familiar C. used D. commonplace
61. A. reason B. cue C. excuse D. cause
62. A. rate B. swiftness C. speed D. tempo
63. A. more B. less C. rather D. other
64. A. badly B. better C. worse D. well
65. A. sports B. games C. plays D. shows
Your answers

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0. A
51. 52. 53. 54. 55.
56. 57. 58. 59. 60.
61. 62. 63. 64. 65.

Part 2: Read the following passage and answer the questions from 66 to 75 that follow.

THE HISTORY OF THE GUITAR

The word 'guitar' was brought into English as an adaptation of the Spanish word
'guitarra‘, which was, in turn, derived from the Greek 'kithara'. Tracing the roots of the word
further back into linguistic history, it seems to have been a combination of the Indo-European
stem 'guit-‘, meaning music, and the root '-tar‘, meaning chord or string. The root '-tar' is actually
common to a number of languages, and can also be found in the word 'sitar‘, also a stringed
musical instrument. Although the spelling and pronunciation differ between languages, these key
elements have been present in most words for 'guitar' throughout history.

While the guitar may have gained most of its popularity as a musical instrument during
the modern era, guitar-like instruments have been in existence in numerous cultures throughout
the world for more than 5.000 years. The earliest instruments that the modern eye and ear would
recognise as a 'normal' acoustic guitar date from about 500 years ago. Prior to this time, stringed
instruments were in use throughout the world, but these early instruments are known primarily
from visual depictions, not from the continued existence of music written for them. The majority
of these depictions show simple stringed instruments, often lacking some of the parts that define
a modern guitar. A number of these instruments have more in common with the lute than the
guitar.

There is some uncertainty about the exact date of the earliest six-string guitar. The oldest
one still in existence, which was made by Gaetano Vinaccia, is dated 1779. However, the
authenticity of six-string guitars alleged to have been made prior to 1790 is often suspect, as
many fakes have been discovered dating to this era. The early nineteenth century is generally
accepted as the time period during which six-string guitars began taking on their modern shape
and dimensions. Thus for nearly two hundred years, luthiers, or guitar makers, have been
producing versions of the modern acoustic guitar.

The first electric guitar was not developed until the early twentieth century. George
Beauchamp received the first patent for an electric guitar in 1936, and Beauchamp went on to co-
found Rickenbacker, originally known as the Electro String Instrument Company. Although

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Rickenbacker began producing electric guitars in the late 1930s, this brand received most of its
fame in the 1960s, when John Lennon used a Rickenbacker guitar for the Beatles' debut
performance on the Ed Sullivan show in 1964. George Harrison later bought a Rickenbacker
guitar of his own, and the company later gave him one of their earliest 12-string electric guitars.
Paul McCartney also used a Rickenbacker bass guitar for recording. The Beatles continued to
use Rickenbacker guitars throughout their career, and made the instruments highly popular
among other musicians of the era.

The Fender Musical Instruments Company and the Gibson Guitar Corporation were two
other early electric guitar pioneers, both developing models in the early 1950s. Fender began
with the Telecaster in 1950 and 1951, and the Fender Stratocaster debuted in 1954. Gibson began
selling the Gibson Les Paul, based partially on assistance from jazz musician and guitar
innovator Les Paul, in 1952. The majority of present day solid-body electric guitars are still
based largely on these three early electric guitar designs.

Throughout the history of the guitar, an enormous number of individuals have made their
mark on the way in which the instrument was built, played and perceived. Though some of these
individuals are particularly well known, like the Beatles or Les Paul, the majority of these people
are virtually invisible to most modern guitar fans. By looking at the entire history of the guitar,
rather than just recent developments, largely confined to electric guitars, it is possible to see
more of the contributions of earlier generations.

Questions 66-70

Complete the sentences. Choose NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS from the passage for
each answer. Write your answer in the numbered box.

66. Despite differences in _________, 'guit-' and '-tar' appear in the word for 'guitar' in many
languages.

67. Instruments that we would call acoustic guitars have been made and played for
approximately

_________.

68. The ________ of acoustic guitars have not changed much in 200 years.

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69. Les Paul, the well-known ________ guitarist, was involved in the development of the
electric guitar.

70. Most ________ of the guitar know little about its rich history.

Your answers
66. 67.
68. 69.
70.

Questions 71-75

Complete the summary. Choose NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS from the passage for each
answer. Write your answer in the numbered box.

Instruments similar to the guitar have been played by musicians for over (71) ________ years.
What we know about many of these instruments comes from (72) ________ rather than actual
physical examples or music played on them. In some ways, these early stringed instruments were
closer to (73) ________ than the guitar as we know it today. We do have examples of six-string
guitars that are 200 years old. However, the (74) ________ of six-string guitars made by guitar
makers who are also known as luthiers before the final decade of the eighteenth century is often
open to question.

Although the electric guitar was invented in the 1930s, it took several decades for electric guitars
to develop, with the company Rickenbacker playing a major part in this development. Most (75)
________ electric guitars in use today are similar in design to guitars produced by the Fender
Musical Instruments Company and the Gibson Guitar Corporation in the 1950s.

Your answers
71. 72.
73. 74.
75.
Part 3: Some parts of the following passages have been removed. Read the passage and then
choose from the list A-J given below the best phrase to fill each of the spaces. Some of the
suggested answers do not fit at all. Write your answer in the numbered box. (0) has been done
as an example.

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If you are trying to get around central London when the traffic is bad and you can‘t find a
taxi, (0)____________: pedal-powered rickshaws are becoming increasingly popular in the
capital. In fact, it is estimated that 350 of them now cruise the streets, though there is no official
licensing procedure for these diminutive vehicles, so precise numbers are not available. And this
is exactly the problem; it is claimed by residents‘ associations and taxi drivers. Since rickshaws
are not subject to the same regulations as other vehicles, (76) ____________. Consequently, the
areas around popular tourist sights are sometimes packed with stationary pedicabs, as the
rickshaws are also known. And (77) ____________ as no specific law is being broken.
On the other hand, (78) ____________, which naturally get stuck in traffic jams like
other motor vehicle. And unlike traditional London cabs, pedal-powered rickshaws cause no
pollution whatsoever. Many tourists like them because they are an amusing, unusual way to get
around. But are they potentially dangerous? Well, (79) ____________. Some taxi drivers claim
the three-wheeled vehicles are inherently unstable and may tip over if the driver takes a corner
too quickly. Rickshaw drivers insist that they drive almost exclusively in the narrow streets of
the city centre, where (80) ____________. There has as yet been no serious accident involving a
pedicab, but the government is considering some form of regulation just to be on the safe side.

A. it could hardly be any different in this context

B. it is difficult for traffic police to do anything about them
C. it never seems to cause too much inconvenience
D. it very much depends who you talk to
E. it annoys pedestrians as much as motorists
F. it is clear that there is a need for an alternative to taxis
G. it is impossible to gain enough speed for this to be a problem
H. it is not clear whether they are subject to parking restrictions
I. it is tempting to try an alternative

Your answers
0. I
76. 77. 78. 79. 80.

Part 4: Fill each blank with ONE suitable word. Write your answer in the numbered box
provided below the passage. (0) has been done as an example.

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 Although the (0)________ in the global temperature by 4 per cent predicted by many
scientists may not sound like much, it is the difference between (81)________ and the last Ice
Age, when huge glaciers (82)________ Europe and most of Britain. Nobody knows exactly what
would happen in a warmer world, (83)________ we do know some things. Heat a kettle and the
water inside it expands. The temperature of the world has climbed more than half a degree this
century, and the oceans have risen by at (84)________ 10 cm.

But just as it takes several minutes for a kettle to begin (85)________, so it may have
taken the oceans thirty years to swell. This means that the global warming we are now
(86)________ is a result only of the carbon dioxide we have dumped into the atmosphere up to
(87)________ 1960s. Since then, the use of fossil (88)________ has increased rapidly. Scientists
working for the United Nations and European governments have (89)________ warning that
what the Dutch and the people of the East Anglia will need to do will be to build more extensive
sea defences. Many of the world‘s greater cities are at (90)________, because they are located at
sea level. Miami, (91)________ entirely built on a sandbank, could be swept away. But the
effects of (92)________ sea levels will be much worse for the developing countries. With a
metre rise in sea levels, 200 million people could become (93)________.

There are other fears too, (94)________ to a recent United Nations report. The plight of
the hungry in the northern Africa could (95)________, as rainfall in the Sahara and beyond is
reduced by 20 per cent.

Your answers
0. rise
81. 82. 83. 84. 85.

86. 87. 88. 89. 90.

91. 92. 93. 94. 95.

III. WRITING (7/ 20 points)

Part 1:
Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means the same as the sentence
printed before it.
96. Half the afternoon was spent on clay-modelling.

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97. I heard her use those words many times.

Many‘s …………………………………………………………………………………………
98. It was more an argument than a discussion.

It was not so ..................................................................................................................

99. They only reimbursed us because we took legal advice.

We wouldn't .................................................................................................................

100. Your silly question distracted me.

You drove .................................................................................................................

Part 2:
Use the word given in brackets and make any necessary additions to write a new sentence in
such a way that it is as similar as possible in meaning to the original sentence. Do NOT
change the form of the given word.
101. From the educational point of view his childhood years had been well spent (TERMS)

………………………………………………………………………….………...........................
102. He's very good at tennis and he's also a very good footballer. (ADDITION)
………………………………………………………………………….………...........................
103. Why does everything seem to be difficult to me? (ONLY)

………………………………………………………………………….………...........................
104. If you work without a break, you are more likely to make an error. (PRONE)
………………………………………………………………………….………...........................
105. They were very keen to hear the president‘s speech. (EARS)
………………………………………………………………………….………...........................

Part 3:
The chart below shows the results of a survey on various home activities among young
people aged 11 to 16 in four countries. Write a report describing the information in the chart.

Home activities among young people

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50 Reading

Board Games
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Part 4:
A large number of people think that nowadays women should not work hard to earn their
living; they should spend more time in caring for their families.
To what extend do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
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KEYS – PRACTICE 3
I. LEXICO- GRAMMAR (7/20 points)
Part 1: (1/ 20pts) (0.1 point for each correct answer)

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 1. C 2. D 3. B 4. B 5. D 6. C 7. B 8. A 9. C 10. A

Part 2: (1/ 20pts) (0.1 point for each correct answer)

11. replacement 12. problematic 13. narration 14. outnumber 15. overlay
16. indestructible 17. acclimatize 18. impoverish 19. short- 20.
staffed preconceptions
Part 3: (2/20pts) (0.2 point for each correct answer)
21. divide => 22. believed => 23. University 24. just as 25. in which =>
share have believed => the => just like among which
University
26. study focus => 27. Though => 28. up of => of 29. which 30. at times =>
study‘s focus Since => and at a time

Part 4: (2/ 20pts) (0.2 point for each correct answer)

31. have 32. decided 33. had been constantly going/ 34. were 35. turned
never got had constantly gone already waiting

36. would 37. 38. were being closely 39. changed 40. am not
have completely monitored/ were closely thinking
preferred failed monitored

Part 5: (1/ 20pts) (0.1 point for each correct answer)

41. 42. 43. 44. in 45. 46. up 47. for 48. out 49. 50.
off through across down by with

II. READING: (6/ 20 points)

Part 1: (1.5/ 20pts) (0.1 point for each correct answer)
51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56. 57. B 58. C 59. C 60. B 61. 62. C 63. C
A D C A B D A
64. 65.
D B
Part 2: (2/ 20pts) (0.2 point for each correct answer)
66. spelling and 67. five hundred 68. shape and 69. jazz 70. Fans
pronunciation years dimensions
71. five 72. visual depictions 73. the lute 74. authenticity 75. solid-body
thousand

Part 3: (1/ 20pts) (0.2 point for each correct answer)

76. H 77. B 78. G 79. D 80. F

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Part 4: (1.5/ 20pts) (0.1 point for each correct answer)
81. now 82. covered 83. but 84. least 85. warming

86. experiencing 87. the 88. fuels 89. been 90. risk

91. almost 92. rising 93. homeless 94. according 95. worsen

III. WRITING: (7/ 20 points)

Part 1: (0.75/20pts) (0.15 point for each correct answer)
Suggested answers
96. Clay-modelling was timetabled for/took up/ half the afternoon.

97. Many‘s the time (that) I heard her use those words.
98. It was not so much a discussion as argument.

99. We wouldn't have been reimbursed if we hadn‘t taken legal advice.

100. You drove me to distraction with your silly question.

Part 2: (0.75/20pts) (0.15 point for each correct answer)

Suggested answers
101. In terms of education, his childhood years had been well spent.

102. He‘s a very good footballer/ tennis player in addition to being a very good tennis player/
footballer.

Or: He‘s a very good footballer/ tennis player in addition (is) a good tennis player/ footballer.

103. If only everything weren‘t difficult to me!

104. Working without a break makes you more prone to error.

105.They were all ears to the president‘s speech.
Part 3: (2.5/20pts)
Part 4: (3/20pts)
Notes:
The mark given to parts 3 and 4 is based on the following scheme:
1. Content: (40% of total mark) a provision of all main ideas and details as appropriate

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 2. Organization & Presentation: (30% of total mark) ideas are organized and presented with
coherence, style, and clarity appropriate to the level of English language gifted upper-
secondary school students.
3. Language: (30% of total mark) a variety of vocabulary and structures appropriate to the
level of English language gifted upper-secondary school students
Markers, please, should discuss the suggested answers and the marking scale thoroughly
before marking the papers.
Thank you for your cooperation.
PRACTICE TEST NO. 4

I. PRONUNCIATION

Part 1: Questions 1-10 Write the word whose stress pattern is different from the other three in
each of the following questions

1. A. disappearance B. Sympathetic C. capacity D. conversation

2. A. argument B. achievement C. Involvement D.
confinement
3. A. completion B. behaviour C. material D.
understand
4. A. opinion B. comfortable C. powerful D.
accurate
5. A. penalty B. habitat C. decision D.
Countryman
6. A. Atmosphere B. emission C. disposal D.
volcanic
7. A. economic B. considerate C. territorial D.
continental
8. A. commit B. recipe C. index D.
preview
9. A. economic B. considerate C. territorial D.
continental
10. A. commit B. recipe C. index D.
preview
Part 2: Questions 11-20 Write the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from
the other three in each of the following questions

1. A. rained B. followed C. arrived D.

jumped
2. A. leather B. tea C. lead D. leave
3. A. autumn B. summer C. sunny D. much
4. A. considered B. stayed C. picked D.
received

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 5. A. prohibit B. co-exist C. frozen D. notify
6. A. rational B. devastate C. parade D.
danger
7. A. Valentine B. determine C. examine D.
heroine
8. A. muddy B. punctual C. studious D.
culture
9. A. element B. election C. event D.
eliminate
10. A. dreams B. thinks C. hours D.
gardens
II. LEXICO-GRAMMAR

Exercise 1. Complete each of the following sentences with the correct answer (A, B, C or D).
Identify your answer by writing the corresponding letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet.

1. Nathalie seems very tough at work. She‘s a different person at home, _________.
A. though B. although C. as though D. even
though

2. I kept out of the conversation because it _________ me.

A. wasn‘t concerned B. wasn‘t concerning C. didn‘t concern D. didn‘t concern to

3. The entire city was _________ electricity last night – it was chaotic.
A. no B. almost no C. hardly any D. without

4. Henry was overweight, so he went on a strict diet and _________ twenty kilos.
A. missed B. lost C. failed D. fell

5. He was arrested because he answered to the description of the _________ man.

A. searched B. pursued C. wanted D. hunted

6. Humanity has done great damage to the environment in its search for _________ materials.
A. live B. raw C. crude D. rude

7. _________, the balcony chairs will be ruined in this weather.

A. Leaving uncovered B. Having left uncovered

C. Left uncovered D. Been left uncovered

8. One way to let off _________ after a stressful day is to take some vigorous exercise.
A. cloud B. tension C. steam D. sweat

9. Their research into the causes of cancer promises to break the new _________ in the field
and possibly lead to a cure.
A. earth B. ground C. soil D. land

10. After three days in the desert, his mind began to play _________ on him.

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 A. games B. jokes C. tricks D. fun

11. The match will be screened on ITV with _________ commentary by Any Gray.
A. lively B. live C. alive D. living

12. I know you didn‘t want to upset me but I‘d sooner you _________ me the whole truth
yesterday.
A. could have told B. told C. have told D. had told

13. As the drug took _________, the patient became quieter.

A. effect B. force C. influence D. action

14. The dawn redwood appears ____ some 100 million years ago in northern forests around the
world.
A. was flourished B. having to flourish

C. to have flourished D. have flourished

15. His comments _________ little or no relation to the facts and the figures of the case.
A. reflect B. bear C. give D. possess

16. All _____ is a continuous supply of the basic necessities of life.

A. what is needed B. for our needs C. the thing needed D. that is
needed

17. It is urgent that this letter _____ immediately.

A. was posted B. posted C. be posted D. be post

18. John: This grammar test is the hardest one we‘ve ever had this semester!
Mary: _____ but I think it‘s quite easy.

A. I couldn‘t agree more B. I understand what you‘re saying

C. You‘re wrong D. I don‘t see in that way

19. It is only recently that ballets have been based on the themes _____ American life.
A. reflecting B. reflects C. is reflecting D. reflected

20. I wish you‘d do the accounts. I don‘t have ________ for numbers.
A. a head B. a mind C. the heart D. the nerve

Exercise 2. Supply the correct form of the word in capital letters. Write your answers on your
answer sheet.
SKIING HOLIDAYS IN COLORADO

To ski or snowboard in Colorado is to experience the pinnacle of winter sports. The state
of Colorado is known for its spectacular scenery and (1. BREATH) _______ views, which

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inspire today's travelers as much as they spurred on the (2. SETTLE) _______ who first arrived
in this part of the US over a century ago. And whether you're seeking the outdoor
adventure of a (3. LIFE) _______ exciting nightlife or a great family getaway, Colorado has
everything you need.

November through April, snow conditions are (4. CONSIST) _______ and reliable,
featuring Colorado's (5. LEGEND) _______ ―champagne powder‖ snow. Extensive snow
making and grooming operations always keeps trails in top shape.

The mountain destinations in the Colorado Rockies can turn your wildest ski dreams
into thrilling (6. REAL) _______. There, you'll find the best skiing and
snowboarding resorts on (7. PICTURE) _______ slopes, as well as the finest ski schools
in the US. Together, they present an (8. PARALLEL) _______ winter paradise. And the
best part is that you'll enjoy friendly, (9. CARE) _______ service in resorts that are (10.
COMMIT) _______ to delivering the highest quality amenities.

Exercise 3. Complete the following sentences with one appropriate preposition/ particle for
each blank.
1. The government‘s plans to reduce crime came ________for a lot of criticism from freedom
groups.
2. I was ________the impression that you like Indian food.
3. This is one of the exceptions ________the rule.
4. The factory paid ________nearly a million pounds to their employees who were injured in
the explosion.
5. Before they open the new factory, a lot of the young people round here were ________the
dole.
6. Mr. Horrid was a terrible teacher and obviously not cut ________for teaching.
7. I can‘t cancel my arrangements ________such short notice.
8. All the police‘s efforts to find him were ________vain.
9. The farmhouse we stayed in was completely ________the beaten track.
10. She‘s gone and this time it‘s ________good.

Exercise 4: There are 10 errors in the following passage. Identify and correct them

Children who tell pop music does not interfere with their homework receive Line 1
support today, with the discovery that pay attention to visual stimuli and sounds Line 2
requires completely different brain pathways which can operate at the same time Line 3
with your appreciation of either being damaged. Researchers have founded that Line 4
listening to car stereos does not create much interference when you are driving. Line 5
Similarly, pop music should not interfere with children homework. The affect of Line 6

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pop music on their performance at it is far outweigh by other factors, such as Line 7
how happy they are to be doing it. These findings could be applied for the Line 8
design of places which people have to take in large amounts of information very Line 9
quickly. They could, for example, be relevantly to the layout of pilot cockpits Line 10
on aircraft. Line 11

III. READING COMPREHENSION

Exercise 1. Read the passage then choose the best answer to each question that follows. Identify
your answer by writing the corresponding letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet.

THE ATMOSPHERE OF VENUS

Venus, also called the Morning Star and Evening Star, is the second-closest planet to the
sun and the brightest object in the night sky. The planet orbits the sun every two hundred and
twenty four Earth-days and is sometimes referred to as Earth‘s sister planet because the two
share both a similar size and bulk. What is not similar, however, is Venus‘s atmosphere in
comparison to Earth‘s atmosphere.

The atmosphere on Venus is much heavier and has a higher density than that of Earth.
Venus‘s atmosphere also expands significantly higher than Earth‘s atmosphere although a thick
cloud cover makes the surface of Venus nearly impossible to see unless observed through radar
mapping.

While the pressure and temperature of Venus‘s upper atmosphere are comparable to those
of Earth, the heat and pressure of the lower atmosphere are not unlike a furnace. Venus‘s
atmosphere is very thick due to a composition consisting mainly of carbon dioxide, and a small
amount of nitrogen. If man could survive the extreme heat of Venus’s surface (400 degrees
Celsius), then he would have to contend with a surface pressure that is more than 90 times
that of Earth. Venus‘s extremely high temperature is thanks to the greenhouse effect caused by
such a large amount of carbon dioxide. The greenhouse effect is a process by which the sun‘s
infrared radiation is more readily absorbed by the atmosphere. Just like in a real greenhouse used
to grow plants years round, the proliferation of carbon dioxide traps radiation and warms
Venus‘s atmosphere. Due to this phenomenon, Venus boasts a higher atmospheric temperature
than Mercury, even though Venus is twice the distance from the sun.

However, scientists postulate that Venus‘s atmosphere was not always so hot. [A] Studies
show that large bodies of water were once on Venus‘s surface but that eventually evaporation of
all the water caused the runaway greenhouse effect which regulates the planet today. [B] Thus
Venus has become a critical study for today‘s scientists, as human beings are only beginning to
struggle with the early stages of the greenhouse effect. [C] Our problems do not stem from

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evaporated water supplies but from a propagation of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases
due to industrial and automobile emissions. [D]

Another interesting characteristic to note regarding Venus‘s atmosphere is that its

daytime temperatures and nighttime temperatures are not that far removed from each other. This
is due to the thermal inertia, the ability of a substance to store heat despite changing temperatures
and the transfer of heat by Venus‘s strong winds. Although winds on the surface of Venus move
slowly in comparison with Earth‘s winds, Venus‘s air is so dense that a slow-moving there can
move large obstructions and even skip stones along the planet‘s surface.

In 1966, humankind made its first attempt at sending a recording instrument into Venus‘s
atmosphere. The Venera 3 probe did collide with Venus surface; however, the abrupt impact
caused its communication system to fail, and it was unable to send and feedback. In 1967,
Venera 4 successfully enter Venus‘s atmosphere and was able to take many readings, one of
which recorded that Venus‘s atmosphere was between ninety and ninety-five percent carbon
dioxide. Subsequent Venera probes were sent into Venus‘s atmosphere, but most of them
succumbed to the crushing air pressure.

Questions 1-7: Choose the answer (A, B, C or D) which you think fits best according to the
passage.

1. According to paragraph 1, Venus is named the Morning Star and Evening Star
because_____.
A. it is very bright B. it is close to the sun

C. it can be seen from evening till morning D. it is used to find the direction by sailors

2. The word that in paragraph 2 refers to _________.

A. size B. bulk C. atmosphere D. density

3. Which of the following best expresses the essential information in the bold sentence in
paragraph 3? Incorrect answer choices change the meaning in important ways or leave out
essential information.
A. Earth experiences greater surface pressure than Venus.

B. If a man could survive its surface pressure.

C. The surface pressure and heat of Venus are much greater than those on Earth.

D. Venus‘s surface temperature and pressure make it uninhabitable by humans.

4. According to paragraph 3, the greenhouse effect on Venus is owed to _________.

A. the small amounts of nitrogen

B. the rapid increasing amounts of carbon dioxide

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D. the high atmospheric temperatures

5. In paragraph 4, the author of the passage implies that Earth _________.

A. might suffer the same greenhouse effect as Venus

B. once had an atmosphere similar to Venus‘s

C. has bodies of water similar to those on Venus today

D. is experiencing a reduction of carbon dioxide emissions

6. Look at the four blanks […] in paragraph 4 that indicate where the following sentence could
be added to the passage.
Although the causes are different, the ramifications are the same.

Where would the sentence best fit?

7. The word propagation in paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to _________.

A. generation B. elimination C. evaporation D. desecration

Questions 8 to 10: Complete the brief summary of the passage by selecting the THREE
answer choices that express important ideas in the passage. The introductory sentence for the
summary is provided bellowed.

Scientists look at Venus to predict Earth‘s future.

8. …………………………………………………

9. …………………………………………………

10. ………………………………………………

Answer Choices

A. Venus once had large bodies of water that elaborated and caused a rapid increase in
carbon dioxide.
B. Earth‘s wind has a greater velocity than Venus‘s because the air movement on Venus is
denser and can even move large obstructions.
C. Spaceships landing on Venus, though often crushed by Venus‘s atmosphere, have
revealed much about its carbon dioxide filled atmosphere.
D. If man could survive the hot temperature of Venus, then he would have to contend with
the great surface pressure.
E. The first space probe of Venus was made in 1966.
F. Scientists are concerned that conditions on Earth that propagate significant quantities of
carbon dioxide will produce greenhouse effects similar to Venus‘s.

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Exercise 2. Read the text below and think of the word which best fits each space. Use only
ONE word in each space. Write your answers on your answer sheet.
SPLENDID SPAS OF ASIA

Lying on a bed almost on the (1) ________ of a cliff, with a stupendous ocean view and
the (2) ________ of waves, aches and pains are soothed away (3) ________ expert hands. Only
two steps are needed to reach the private pool, which seems to merge (4) ________ the ocean.

Such a scenario is no longer a fantasy (5) ________ an increasingly popular reality in

Asia for many stressed out businessmen and visitors from all over the world in search of that
peaceful time and space for their body and mind.

In the last four years, at (6) ________ 17 hotel spas have opened in South East Asia to
(7)________ this need. The tropical climate of the region and its reliable sunshine make for an
ideal spa setting. Picturesque environments (8) ________ with a series of rejuvenating treatments
bring the desired result. The Asian spa resorts have acquired a formidable reputation for their
professional services as (9) ________ as for the decor of their large treatment rooms. Visitors
relax with Thai music and soak in the warm tones of the room. As all these take (10) ________
in individual rooms, precious privacy is guaranteed, a rare privilege often absent from other spas
where guests share rooms or changing areas.

Exercise 3. Read the following passage and choose the best answer for each question. Identify
your answer by writing the corresponding letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet.

WIND - The untamable weather machine

On 15 October 1987, the southern counties of Britain were struck by the strongest winds
they had experienced in 200 years. Gusts of over 130 kilometers per hour slammed across the
region and £1.5-billion-worth of damage was (1) _________ in just a few hours.

Extreme weather events like this are dramatic (2) _________ of the power of the wind.
It‘s one part of the weather we generally don't give a second thought to in Britain but it plays a
vital role in people‘s lives across the world. Without the formation and circulation of winds there
would quite (3) __________ be no climate.

Some parts of the world seem to suffer more than others from the effects of ‗ill winds‘,
and links between particular winds and psychological problems (4) __________ back centuries.
The F hn, the hot dry wind that slides off the slopes of the Alps, is capable of boosting
temperatures quite suddenly by 10°C or more. It affects as many as one in three people in its (5)
__________, making them feel anxious, irritable and generally ill. In California, many people (6)
__________ the arrival of the Santa Ana, which rushes down from the high Mojave desert. Lyall
Watson, in his book Heaven‘s Breath, claims that when the Santa Ana blows, murder rates soar.

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 The wind may get into the headlines when it comes in the form of tornadoes and
hurricanes, but for the (7) __________ part it goes about its job of shifting huge masses of air
around the planet. Plants take (8) __________ of this free ride to send their pollen grains far and
wide. Trees (9) __________ on it to remove old leaves and make way for new growth. Spiders
have been caught (10) __________ a lift at altitudes of almost 4.5 kilometers.

1. A. made B. caused C. destroyed D. completed

2. A. reminders B. recollections C. mementos D. memorial
3. A. easily B. rightly C. surely D. simply
4. A. last B. originate C. pass D. date
5. A. line B. road C. path D. bypass
6. A. despair B. respect C. dread D. warn
7. A. most B. maximum C. majority D. general
8. A. benefit B. chance C. occasion D. advantage
9. A. need B. trust C. hope D. rely
10. A. traveling B. hitching C. borrowing D. making
IV. WRITING

Exercise 1. Rewrite the following sentences without changing their meaning, using the words
given. These words must not be changed in any way.
1. I would like to be able to speak French. (HAD)
I wish _______________________________________________ speak French.

2. It was raining cats and dogs. (TORRENTS)

The rain was ___________________________________________________.

3. It was wrong of you to borrow my book without asking. (HAVE)

You ___________________________________before you borrowed my book.

4. When I was younger, this record was one of my favourites. (FAVOURITE)

This record used ___________________________ mine when I was younger.

5. My sister finds commuting every day annoying. (PUT)

It‘s difficult for my sister _________________________________ every day.

6. The Mediterranean is warm, whereas the North Sea is much colder. (NOTHING)
The North Sea is _________________________________ the Mediterranean.

7. Christ would only eat a pizza if he could have a mushroom topping. (ON)
Christ _________________________________________ when he ate a pizza.

8. My father persuaded me to learn another foreign language. (TALKED)

My father _________________________________ another foreign language.
9. Sam tried extremely hard to convince her, but it was no use. (BRING)

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 Hard _________________________________________________________.

10. When he arrived at the airport, his family welcomed him warmly. (GIVEN)
On___________________________________________________________.

Exercise 2. Write an essay to give your opinion on the following topic.

Some people believe that history has little to tell us. Other people believe that people must
have knowledge of history in order to understand the present.

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or
experience.

Write at least 250 words.

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 KEYS – PRACTICE 4

I. PRONUNCIATION

Part 1: Questions 1-10 Write the word whose stress pattern is different from the other three in
each of the following questions

11. A. disappearance B. Sympathetic C. capacity D.

conversation
12. A. argument B. achievement C. Involvement D.
confinement
13. A. completion B. behaviour C. material D.
understand
14. A. opinion B. comfortable C. powerful D.
accurate
15. A. penalty B. habitat C. decision D.
Countryman
16. A. Atmosphere B. emission C. disposal D.
volcanic
17. A. economic B. considerate C. territorial D.
continental
18. A. commit B. recipe C. index D.
preview
19. A. economic B. considerate C. territorial D.
continental
20. A. commit B. recipe C. index D.
preview
Part 2: Questions 11-20 Write the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from
the other three in each of the following questions

11. A. rained B. followed C. arrived D.

jumped
12. A. leather B. tea C. lead D. leave
13. A. autumn B. summer C. sunny D. much
14. A. considered B. stayed C. picked D.
received
15. A. prohibit B. co-exist C. frozen D. notify
16. A. rational B. devastate C. parade D.
danger
17. A. Valentine B. determine C. examine D.
heroine
18. A. muddy B. punctual C. studious D.
culture
19. A. element B. election C. event D.
eliminate
20. A. dreams B. thinks C. hours D.
gardens

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II. LEXICO-GRAMMAR (30 POINTS)

Exercise 1. (10pts; 0.5pt/ each correct answer)

1. A 2. C 3. D 4. B 5. C

6. B 7. B 8. C 9. B 10. C

11. B 12. D 13. A 14. C 15. B

16. D 17. C 18. B 19. A 20. A

Exercise 2. (5pts; 0.5pt/ each correct answer)

1. breathtaking 2. settlers 3. lifetime 4. consistent 5. legendary

6. reality 7. picturesque 8. unparalleled 9. caring 10. committed

Exercise 3. (5pts; 0.5pt/ each correct answer)

1. in 2. under 3. to 4. out 5. on

6. out 7. at 8. in 9. off 10. for

Exercise 4. (10pts; 0.5pt/ each correct answer + 0.5pt/ each correction)

line mistake correction line mistake correction

Line 1 tell say Line 6 affect effect
Line 2 pay paying Line 7 outweigh outweighed
Line 4 with without Line 8 for to
Line 4 founded found Line 9 which where
Line 6 children children‘s Line 10 relevantly relevant

III. READING (30pts)

Exercise 1. (10pts; 1pt/ each correct answer)

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1. A 2. C 3. D 4. B 5. A

6. B 7. A 8 – 10. A, C, F in any order

Exercise 2. (10pts; 1pt/ each correct answer)

1. edge 2. sound 3. by 4. with 5. but

6. least 7. satisfy/meet 8. together/along 9. well 10. place

Exercise 3. (10pts; 1pt/ each correct answer)

1. B 2. A 3. D 4. D 5. C
6. C 7. A 8. D 9. D 10. B

IV. WRITING (20pts)

Exercise 1. (5pts; 0.5pt/ each correct answer)

1. I wish I had ability to speak French.

2. The rain was coming down in torrents.
3. You should have asked me/ for permission before you borrowed my book.
4. This record used to be a/one favourite of mine when I was younger.
5. It‘s difficult for my sister to put up with commuting every day.
6. The North Sea is nothing like as warm as the Mediterranean.
7. Christ insisted on having a mushroom topping when he ate a pizza.
8. My father talked me into learning another language.
9. Hard as/ though Sam tried, he couldn‟t bring her round (to his way of thinking).
10. On his arrival at the airport, he was given a warm welcome by his family.

Exercise 2. (15 points)

Some people believe that history has little to tell us. Other people believe that people must have
knowledge of history in order to understand the present.

Marking scheme

The mark given is based on the following scheme:

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