REVISION – GRADE 9- 2ND SEMESTER

A. PHONETICS
I. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined
part differs from the other three in pronunciation.
1. A. nations B. speakers C. languages D. minds
2. A. proofs B. looks C. lends D. stops
3. A. dates B. bags C. photographs D. speaks
4. A. parents B. brothers C. weekends D. feelings
5. A. chores B. dishes C. houses D. coaches
6. A. works B. shops C. shifts D. plays
7. A. coughs B. sings C. stops D. sleeps
8. A. signs B. profits C. becomes D. survives
9. A. proofs B. books C. points D. days
10. A. phones B. streets C. books D. Makes
11. A. nations B. speakers C. lessons D. students
12. A. lifted B. lasted C. happened D. decided
13. A. believed B. prepared C. involved D. liked
14. A. coughed B. phoned C. booked D. stopped
15. A. talked B. looked C. naked D. worked
16. A. developed B. ignored C. laughed D. washed
17. A. appalled B. surprised C. raised D. hated
18. A. allowed B. passed C. argued D. raised
19. A. smells B. cuts C. opens D. plays
20. A. ticked B. checked C. booked D. naked
21. A. preserved B. embarrassed C. applied D. studied
22. A. passed B. managed C. cleared D. threatened
23. A. stopped B. sacred C. looked D. laughed
24. A. ranked B. gained C. prepared D. proved
25. A. claimed B. warned C. occurred D. existed
26. A. opened B. closed C. contained D. finished
27. A. designed B. preserved C. scheduled D. guided
28. A. preferred B. worked C. fixed D. fetched
29.A. painted B. provided C. protected D. equipped
30. A. observed B. promoted C. recognised D. Explored
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the
other three in the position of primary stress in following questions.
1. A. prescription B. production C. presumption D. preparation
2. A. celebration B. domestic C. religious D. Bilingual
3. A. picture B. hardware C. display D. Keyboard
4. A. prevent B. shortcut C. improve D. repair
5. A. recorder B. camcorder C. digital D. privacy
6. A. photograph B. portable C. driverless D. robotic
7. A. conductor B. diagram C. video D. motivate
8. A. landform B. mountain C. reptile D. provide
9. A. include B. zebra C. lion D. lizard
10. A. destroy B. leopard C. forest D. desert
11. A. recognize B. oxygen C. understand D. fascinate
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12. A. natural B. essential C. animal D. continent

13. A. receive B. accept C. passion D. prepare
14. A. industry B. tradition C. extension D. importance
15. A. successful B. rewarding C. tradition D. satisfy
16. A. reasonable B. certificate C. secondary D. agriculture
17. A. unrealistic B. vocational C. informative D. technology
18. A. rubber B. vacuum C. machine D. cover
19. A. pollute B. protect C. aware D. livestock
20. A. touchscreen B. reduce C. plastic D. virtual
21. A. economic B. identical C. scientific D. academic
22. A. electrical B. beneficial C. publicity D. anticipate
23. A. intention B. clarity C. encourage D. direction
24. A. activity B. ability C. utility D. permanently
25. A. landslide B. mountain C. river D. occur
26. A. facility B. situation C. variety D. equality
20. A. obesity B. security C. capacity D. education
28. A. community B. estimation C. expedition D. decoration
29. A. formation B. reduction C. selection D. charity
30. A. authority B. admiration C. diversity D. publicity

B-VOCABULARY AND GRAMMAR

1. Could you introduce me a local tour guide_________can speak English and Chinese.
A. what B. whose C. which D. who
2. When I was in China, I _________some Chinese words.
A. held up B. picked up C. copied up D. took up
3. Tuan asked me if I_________ Mount Ba Den.
A. will know B. would know C. knew D. know
4. For homework, please copy these English sentences ___________ your notebook.
A. into B. over C. up D. on
5. Generation Z are getting more and more_________than their parents.
A. extended B. independent C. private D. interesting
6. Peter wanted to know whether they would go fishing ___________.
A. tomorrow B. next day C. then D. the following day
7. ____________ is the only planet known to support life in our Solar System.
A. Mars B. Venus C. Earth D. Jupiter
8. Our ___________ includes a visit to Stonehenge - a famous tourist attraction.
A. calendar B. itinerary C. voyage D. touring
9. Can you look_______the definition of that word in the dictionary?
A. through B. at C. up D. over
10. Nowadays, people can travel on their own to new places by using________.
A. tours B. earphones C. entrance tickets D. Google Maps
11. When he came yesterday, we ____________ TV in the living room.
A. watched B. was watching C. were watching D. have watched
12. The project to protect the____________of this national park will create more jobs for local
residents.
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A. diversity B. mixture C. difference D. complex

13. Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word
in the following sentence: “ He wrote this book based on his personal experience.”
A. common B. public C. private D. Dependent
14: Astronauts travel to ____________ to conduct scientific experiments and explore the universe.
A. outer space B. the ocean C. the desert D. the mountains
1. The teacher advised ______ the textbook before the final exam.
A. to review B. reviewing C. review D. reviews
2. She suggested that John ______ the new policies at the meeting.
A. explain B. to explain C. explains D. explaining
17. The doctor recommended ______ the medication as prescribed.
A. taking B. to take C. take D. takes
18. ____________ is causing sea levels to rise around the world.
A.Ocean currents B. Global warming C. Earthquakes D. Volcanic eruptions
19. ____________ affects weather patterns and ecosystems worldwide.
A. Air pressure B. Climate change C. Ocean currents D. Tides
20. Deforestation is a major cause of ____________ for many species.
A. habitat loss B. pollution C. climate change D. global warming
21: Sarah asked if I __________ the new movie.
A. see B. saw C. have seen D. had seen
22. The student ____ homework is due tomorrow needs to complete it tonight.
A. whose B. which C. who D. whom
23. They advised that we ______ the safety guidelines carefully.
A. follows B. to follow C. follow D. following
24. The consultant suggested that the company ______ its marketing strategy.
A. will revise B. would revise C. should revise D. must revise
25. Mountains, valleys, and plains are examples of different ____________ on Earth.
A. climates B. ecosystems C. landforms D. species
26: She brought an umbrella __________ it was going to rain later.
A. since B. although C. so D. if
27: He played the game, though he __________ the rules well.
A. knew B. didn't know C. hasn’t known D. know
28: The movie was __________ funny that everyone laughed a lot.
A. so B. too C. very D. much
29: She wore __________ a beautiful dress that everyone admired her.
A. such B. very C. so D. too
30: It was such (a/an) __________ test that all the students passed it with high scores.
A. difficult B. interesting C. boring D. easy
31: They wanted to know _____ the deadline for the application.
A. what is B. what was C. if what was D. if it is
32: John asked me _____ to the party last weekend.
A. if I went B. whether I have gone C. if I had gone D. whether I go
33He suggested ______ that I follow his fitness regime.
A. ∅ B. I C. for me D. to me
34: The film ____ you recommended was truly captivating and thought-provoking.
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A. which B. who C. whose D. where

35: I met a professor ____ research on ancient civilizations is highly regarded in academic circles.
A. whose B. which C. who D. when
36: The student ____ homework is due tomorrow needs to complete it tonight.
A. whose B. which C. Who D. where
37. He looked so funny; we couldn’t help _______ at him.
A. laugh B. to laugh C. laughed D. laughing
38. Canada Sports tourism, ______ helps develop the economy substantially, has a number of
objectives.
A. which B. that C. who D. where
39. The travel agency ______ provided us with the tours gave us a small discount.
A. whose B. who C. which D. what
40. People can use online apps to book tickets and accommodation, ______ is so convenient for
visitors.
A. what B. that C. which D. Who
41. _____ is happening and it affects almost everybody on Earth.
A. Solar system B. Weather forecast C. Nature reserve D. Climate change
42. Cuc Phuong National Park is the natural _____ for many rare species, both plants and animals.
A. land B. habitat C. accommodation D. fauna
43. Some clearly seen examples of water _____ are lakes, streams, and rivers.
A. bodies B. parts C. existence D. transport
44. A food _____ shows you the order in which living things depend on each other for food.
A. provider B. source C. chain D. sample
45. The word ‘_____’ refers to all the plants living in a particular area.
A. fauna B. flora C. habitat D. living things
46. Do penguins live in the North or the South _____?
A. part B. earth C. body D. pole
47. The _____ of all the endangered species is everybody’s job.
A. protect B. protector C. protecting D. protection
48. It is not easy to _____ ecological balance in an area.
A. support B. maintain C. pick up D. Survive
49. My mom covered potatoes with _____ paper and put them in the oven for baking.
A. iron B. rubber C. cardboard D. aluminium
50. They reinforced the bridge with _____ bars so it could support heavy loads.
A. plastic B. steel C. rubber D. cardboard
51. My uncle has a plantation which grows _____ trees.
A. rubber B. iron C. metal D. plastic
52. _____ bags are harmful for the environment, so people try to recycle them as much as possible.
A. Iron B. Steel C. Plastic D. Aluminium
53. She used her _____ to livestream the concert.
A. e-reader B. 3D printer C. smartphone D. smartwatch
54. She preferred a laptop to a desktop because the laptop was _____.
A. bigger B. heavy C. larger D. portable
55. Tourists who can’t visit the museum in person can take a _____ tour on its website.
A. virtual B. face-to-face C. direct D. physical
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56. Hoa advised that Minh ______ in an online speaking class.

A. join B. would join C. joins D. will join
57. Elena recommended ______ the robotic research centre.
A. visit B. to visit C. visiting D. visited
58. The class monitor suggested that we ______ pizzas and cokes for the party.
A. should order B. ordering C. ordered D. will order
59. The sales assistant recommended my dad ______ out the latest tablet’s pencil.
A. tried B. try C. tries D. trying
60. She suggested ______ prices of the same laptop in different stores.
A. compare B. to compare C. being compared D. comparing
61. My uncle advised that I ______ my faulty smartwatch to the Service Centre.
A. brought B. bringing C. should bring D. will bring
62. My teacher recommended ______ used batteries to the e-waste collection spot.
A. to take B. taking C. to taking D. taken
63. ______ training is a program that focuses on the skills that a specific job requires.
A. Work B. Employment C. Vocational D. Job
64. Modern schools provide ______ activities including sports, music and gym clubs.
A. extractas B. overtime C. past-time D. extracurricular
65. Seeking ______ after graduating university is not an easy job for most students.
A. employment B. employee C. employer D. employable
66. It’s ______ for students to take part in school clubs to gain and improve social skills.
A. rewarding B. awarding C. reward D. award
67. A profession in medical area is ______ a demanding one ______ only a few can follow.
A. so - that B. such - that C. too - that D. enough - that
68. Most schools now ______ digital records of students’ performance so students can ask for these
when necessary.
A. store B. take C. keep D. make
69. Students of grade 12 often have to burn the midnight oil to ______ deadlines.
A. keep B. take C. meet D. avoid
70. School-leavers may consider taking a gap year to work for ______ experience before entering a
university.
A. handy B. hands-on C. handful D. hand-made
71. To be able to choose dryl ______ pain students may have to think carefully of their interests,
abilities, skills, experience and even your core values.
A. career B. job C. employment D. occupation
72. ______ learning is considered very crucial when one wants to develop in his/her career.
A. Lifetime B. All-life C. Life D. Life-long
73. ______ university study offers students many opportunities for future jobs, vocational training has
its benefits of hands-on experience.
A. Although B. But C. Yet D. However
74. Many parents tend to be worried when students spend more time on ______ subjects.
A. academic B. extra C. part-time D. non-academic
75. I don’t want to go straight to work; ______ it’s hard to get accepted to university.
A. Although B. However C. Yet D. But
76. A bartender has to be ______ creative, and patient ______ not everyone can
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A. enough - that B. such - that C. too - that D. so - that

77. Students who have more skills and knowledge can get a ______ job in the future.
A. good-pay B. well-paid C. high-payment D. poorly-paid
78. The extra activities provided by our school clubs are ___ practical that we learn a variety of skills.
A. such B. so C. too D. extremely
79. To do well in all academic subjects is _____ a difficult task. Students prefer to focus more on
those subjects they like.
A. enough B. so C. such D. too
80. _____ creative was she that we decided to choose her for the design competition.
A. Too B. So C. Enough D. Such
81. There may be _____ a variety of career paths that students have to think through before deciding
on one.
A. enough B. too C. so D. such
82. Our vocational training provides _____ hands-on experiences for students to be able to do a job
right after they leave school.
A. too B. such C. enough D. so
C-FIND MISTAKES - Choose the underlined part A, B, C or D that needs correcting.
1. We joined a guided tour led by a historian whose shared intriguing stories.
A. joined B. led C. whose D. stories
2. She wondered if the Amazon Rainforest will continue to face deforestation.
A. wondered B. the C. will D. to face
3. Elena asks Sheila if she was excited about her upcoming trip to Hong Kong.
A. asks B. if C. excited D. to
4. The planet is struggling to meet our increased demands on nature resources.
A. The planet B. our C. demands D. nature
5. Global warm is the long-term heating of Earth’s surface due to human activities.
A. Global warm B. long-term C. Earth’s D. human
6. Pollution and deforestation have affect the physical environment in many ways.
A. Pollution B. affect C. physical D. many
7. Ecology balance is a term used to describe the balance between living things and their
environment.
A. Ecology balance B. a term C. balance D. their
8. Humans are expanding their living space, which causes habit loss to animals.
A. Humans B. expanding C. which D. habit
9. Deforestation activities are destroying a local fauna system.
A. Deforestation B. are C. a local D. fauna system
10. We are doing a project of the flora of our neighbourhood.
A. We are B. of C. flora D. neighbourhood
11. The highest mountain on Earth is Mount Everest in the Himalaya, who summit is 8,850 metres
above sea level.
A. highest B. the Himalaya C. who D. Sea level
12. They recommended use copper to make this piece of jewellery.
A. They B. use C. to make D. of
13. Kim advised that I should buying this new model of e-reader.
A. Kim B. that C. should buying D. new
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14. He suggested not using plastic bags because it was harmful for the environment.
A. not using B. because C. it was D. for
15.The teacher suggested that the kids making some toys from used cardboard.
A. suggested B. making C. toys D. cardboard1
16. She advised not to walk on the bridge because it was so weak.
A. not to walk B. the C. because D. was
17. My aunt recommended my mum must try online shopping for its convenience.
A. aunt B. recommended C. must try D. for
18. If you want a faster laptop, I recommend to consider model X80.
A. want B. faster C. recommend D. to consider
19. However completing an internship can have its perks, its downsides is little or,
in some cases, no pay at all.
A. However B. internship C. downsides D. no
20. Volunteering is an excellent way to gain valuable skills and experience so you have
A. Volunteering B. excellent C. valuable D. so
no salary.
21. A job can teach you self-reliance and discipline, that are excellent qualities to
cultivate the young.
A. teach B. self-reliance C. that D. qualities
22. Your understanding of the pros and cons for each of your choices is such important
to ensure your right decision.
A. of B. for C. choices D. such
D-WRITING
I. Fill in the blanks with "which," "who," or "whose" to complete the sentences.
1. The restaurant _________ chef is well-known for his gourmet dishes is located downtown.
2. I need a guide _________ knows a lot about local history for my trip.
3. Can you recommend a museum _________ exhibits are fascinating and informative?
4. The hotel _________ staff were very friendly made our stay memorable.
5. I’m looking for a bookstore _________ carries rare and antique books.
6. The café _________ pastries are delicious is a popular spot among locals.
7. Do you know of a park _________ has great jogging paths and beautiful scenery?
8. Can you suggest a tour guide _________ speaks multiple languages fluently?
9. I need a travel agency _________ offers customized tours to exotic locations.
10. The theater _________ plays are critically acclaimed is located in the city center
II. Reported speech (Yes/no question)
1: “Have you finished your project yet?” the teacher asked.
____________________________________________________________________
2: Linda: “Do you plan to visit the art exhibition this weekend, Sam?”
___________________________________________________________________
3: “Can you explain this problem to me?” he asked.
____________________________________________________________________
4: “Have you ever been to Japan?” she asked.
____________________________________________________________________
5: “Did you hear the news about the accident?” he asked.
____________________________________________________________________
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6: Bob: “Will you join the basketball team this year, Kevin?”
____________________________________________________________________
7. Helen asked the child, “Are you going to visit your uncle tomorrow ?”
_________________________________________________________________________
8. My mother said to my sister, “Do you want to go shopping with me this afternoon ?”
_________________________________________________________________________
9. “Can you lend me some money to buy this book, please Nam ?”, Uyen asked.
_________________________________________________________________________
10. Are you coming to the party tonight, Ha?” she asked
_________________________________________________________________________.
Combine these pairs of sentences using relative pronouns.
1- I visited a city. The city has many famous landmarks.
_________________________________________________________________________
2- The person is waiting for a taxi. He works at the travel agency.
_________________________________________________________________________
3- The tourist is taking a tour. His camera broke.
_________________________________________________________________________
4- The travelers are visiting the island. Their guide is very knowledgeable.
_________________________________________________________________________
5- The traveler is taking a photo. He is my friend.
_________________________________________________________________________
6- The book is on the shelf. I borrowed the book from the library.
_________________________________________________________________________
7. Nam is an excellent student. His father’s death made him sad a lot.
_________________________________________________________________________
8. The Earth is a planet. It can support life.
_________________________________________________________________________
9.Peter is studying French and German. He has been abroad.
_________________________________________________________________________
10. The movie Harry Potter is coming soon. I’m longing to see it.
_________________________________________________________________________
PHRASE AND CLAUSE OF REASON and CONCESSION
Complete these sentences by using although / in spite of / because / because of :
1. ………………… the meeting is at 2pm, I won’t be able to see you.
2. ………………… I told you the absolute truth, no one would believe me.
3. The goods were never delivered ………………… the promise we had received,
4. My mother is always complaining ………………. The untidiness of my room.
5. I didn’t get the job …………………… I have all necessary qualifications.
6. It’s unsafe to travel in that country …………………… the ongoing civil war.
7. The villagers refused to leave …………………… the drought.
8. ………………….. everything looked different, I had no idea to go.
9. …………………. his age, John was not hired ……………… he had enough qualifications
10. It was difficult to deliver the letter …………….the sender had written the wrong address on the
envelope.
Combine each pair of sentences into one, using the given word in brackets.
1. The price of the tickets was quite high. She decided to buy them anyway. (though)
_____________________________________________________________________________.
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2. He felt very tired after a long day at work. He stayed up late to finish his homework. (although)
_________
3. The weather forecast said it would rain. They brought umbrellas with them. (because)
_____________________________________________________________________________.
4. The teacher spoke slowly and clearly. All the students understood the lesson well. (such)
_____________________________________________________________________________.
5. It was a sunny day, and they wanted to enjoy the weather. They went to the park for a picnic. (so)
_____________________________________________________________________________.
6. She worked very hard to save money. She could afford a new phone. (because)
_____________________________________________________________________________.

6→ She could afford a new phone because she worked very hard to save money.
Combine each pairs of these sentences, using SO / SUCH THAT :
1. She was frightened. She lost control of her car. …………………………………………………
2. It was a fine day. We wanted to go picnicking. …………………………………………………
3. He gave me good advice. I passed the test easily. ………………………………………………
4. It was a foggy night. We couldn’t see the road. …………………………………………………
5. The music was loud. It gave me a headache. ……………………………………………………
She was so frightened that she lost control of her car.
It was such a fine day that we wanted to go picnicking.
He gave me such good advice that I passed the test easily.
It was such a foggy night that we couldn’t see the road.
The music was so loud that it gave me a headache.
Rewrite these sentences, using BECAUSE / BECAUSE OF/ ALTHOUGH / THOUGH / DESPITE / IN
SPITE OF
1. Because I am sick, I do not go out.  Because of ……………………………………………
2. Because the water is polluted, we can’t swim in that river.
 Because of ……………………………………………………………………………………
3. Because Nga has had a sore leg, she had difficulty in walking.
Because of ……………………………………………………………………………………
4. He ate all the fruit though it was green. ………………………………………………………
5. We did the test well in spite of its difficulty. …………………………………………………
6. In spite of his strength, I am not afraid of him. ………………………………………………
7. Mr. Pike doesn’t wear classes despite his old age. …………………………………………
8. He came late because it was dark. ……………………………………………………………
9. I can’t study because it is noisy. ……………………………………………………………
10. I can’t sleep because the weather is hot. ……………………………………………………
SUGGEST/ RECOMMEND
1. He suggested (use) a 3D printer to create three-dimensional objects for art projects this
semester.
2. Anna recommends that he (switch to cardboard for food packaging to reduce plastic waste.
3. Our school suggests that we (design) leaflets on laptops for the back-to-school campaign.
4. Minh advised that I (choose) a stylish smartwatch with many features for my best
friend’s birthday.
5. She recommended (use) an e-reader so that I can read anywhere, anytime, without
carrying heavy books.
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6. Henry advised that his mother (buy) a robotic vacuum cleaner to clean dust, spots, and
remove dirty marks around the house.
7. It’s advisable to download this educational app to improve English speaking skills.”
The teacher recommended ______________________________________________________
8. “How about doing online shopping so that we can save time and energy?”.
Ann suggested we ___________________________________________________________
9. “Why don’t you choose a set of Bluetooth headphones?” (SHOULD)
Anna suggested __________________________________________________________________
10. “You should buy devices from popular stores to ensure the quality.”
Experts recommended ___________________________________________________________
Dạng sắp xếp từ thành câu.
Arrange the words to form correct sentences.
1. My/ using / friend/a / to/ charge/ recommended / your /phone./ USB cable
_________________________________________________________________________________
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2. The/ advises/ when/ you /to /turn off /your/ guide/ laptop/ you/ are not/ using/ it.
_________________________________________________________________________________
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3. the / girl, / who / the / my/ competition/in / won /friend./ the / prize / is / first /,

.
4. Before/ sure / manual./ new/ printer,/ make/ to /read/installing/the/a/
_________________________________________________________________________________
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5. the / interesting/ city /, which / very/ many / historic / sites, / is / known / is/ for /

6. class./Our teacher/ your / suggested /phone /in / keeping /silent mode/ in

_________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________
.
7. destination / has / many / attractions / great/ which / the city / is/ a
_________________________________________________________________________
.
8. who / person / the / yesterday / helped / is / a / famous / doctor.
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I. Rewrite each sentence beginning as shown so that the meaning stays the same.
1. The last time we saw this film was six months ago.
=> We haven’t ______________________________________________________-
2. “ Do you know about the Shilin Stone Forest in China, Hoa?” the man asked.
-> The man asked ___________________________________________________.
3. I like listening to the tour guide. He knows a lot about the tourist site. (who)
=>I like _____________________________________________________________
4. I don’t have money to spend on travelling.
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=> I wish ___________________________________________________________

5. He won’t get good grades if he doesn’t study harder.
=> Unless he ________________________________________________________
6. They have a good relationship with all neighbours.
=> They get _________________________________________________________

READING VS CLOZED TEST

Today, smartphones are everywhere and can be found in many places like homes, offices, shops, and
schools. People depend on smartphones so much that they get upset and have trouble when their
phones are not working. Smartphones are now used for many things, from checking emails to
navigating places.
Modern smartphones are much faster, cheaper, and smaller than older ones. Many smartphones
are so small that they can fit in your pocket. With smartwatches and portable devices, users can stay
connected and access information from almost anywhere easily.
In the future, smartphones will be even smaller and faster. They might have advanced features
like voice recognition or facial recognition and could be as tiny as a coin. This will make it easier for
people to use their phones for managing data from calls, messages, and online activities. New
technologies such as smart glasses and foldable phones are already being developed today.
1. Why do people get upset when their smartphones stop working?
A. Because people depend on smartphones. B. Because they dislike smartphones.
C. Because smartphones are too cheap. D. Because they find smartphones too easy to use.
2. What is the advantage of using smartwatches and portable devices?
A. They are cheaper than other devices.
B. They are much faster and more powerful than other devices.
C. They are more portable and can be used in various places.
D. They have better battery life.
3. The word "portable" in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to _________.
A. convenient B. heavy C. big D. large
4. The word "They" in paragraph 3 refers to _________.
A. future phones B. advanced features C. new technologies D. smartwatches
5. What are some examples of new technologies for smartphones?
A. Smart glasses and foldable phones. B. Smart TVs and foldable tablets.
C. Smart speakers and foldable computers. D. Smart refrigerators and foldable laptops.
6. What is the purpose of the passage?
A. To encourage people to buy new smartphones.
B. To inform readers about the future of smartphones and new technologies.
C. To explain how smartphones work.
D. To describe how people use smartphones today.
Digital technologies have remarkably changed teenagers' life and work both positively and
negatively. According to UNICEF, 71% of 15-24-year-olds are online and one third of Internet users
are under 18 years old.
Teenagers benefit from the advances in technology. They have various devices like computers,
tablets, smartphones, and applications to improve the ways they learn, broaden their relationships,
and spend their leisure time. They have more opportunities to learn, get access to information, and use
different communication channels inexpensively.
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However, they also face many risks. First, there is a concern about children's physical and
mental health. Statistics show that teens spend less time doing physical activities, and many more
teens suffer from obesity, bone and eye problems. Moreover, teens are also at risk of visiting
websites which promote self-harm or suicide. In fact, cyber-bullying on the Internet has become more
serious than bullying at school.
Schools and parents should guide children so that they can use devices wisely and not become
victims of those devices and technologies.
1. The passage is mainly about
A. the benefits of digital technologies B. the risks of digital technologies
C. the future of digital technologies D. the pros and cons of digital technologies
2. What does the word "They" in paragraph 2 refer to?
A. Teenagers B. Devices C. Ways D. Activities
3. What does the writer say about ONE of the benefits of digital technologies?
A. Teens can change relationships frequently. B. Teens spend more on communication costs.
C. Information is more available to teens. D. Teens have more leisure activities.
4. What is the phrase "at risk" in paragraph 3 closest in meaning to?
A. in danger B. in fear C. by chance D. on occasion
5. What does the writer say about cyber-bullying?
A. It is more frequent now than in the past.
B. Bullying in cyber space is more serious than that offline.
C. There are more cases of bullying at school than in cyber space.
D. Cyber-bullying promotes suicide and self-harm.
Working Hard to Get Your Dream Job
Getting your dream job takes hard work and dedication. A dream job doesn’t come easily; it
needs careful planning, effort, and a strong will.
First, it’s important to know what your dream job is. This helps you understand what skills
and education you need. For example, if you want to be a doctor, you need to study science and
medicine. If you want to be a fashion designer, you need to learn about design and art.
After you know your dream job, you should make a plan. This plan should include choosing
the right school or courses, finding internships, and talking to people who work in the field. For
example, you might take special classes or work at a company to get experience.
Besides studying, you need to keep learning and improving your skills. In today’s world,
learning never stops. Joining extra classes or attending workshops can help you stay up-to-date and
do well in your job.
Finally, you need to be persistent and keep trying, even when things are tough. The road to
your dream job might have problems. You might face setbacks and failures, but it’s important to not

Question 1: Which of the following is the best title for the passage?
A. Working Hard in School B. How to Get Your
Dream Job
C. The Best Jobs for You D. Learning New Things
Question 2: The word ‘persistent’ in paragraph 4 means _________.
A. giving up B. trying hard C. stopping D. waiting

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Question 3: Which of the following is NOT a step to get your dream job?
A. Knowing what you want B. Making a plan
C. Learning new things D. Playing video games
Question 4: The word ‘plan’ in paragraph 3 is opposite in meaning to _________.
A. idea B. list C. mess D. project
Question 5: The word ‘it’ in paragraph 1 refers to _________.
A. your dream B. your job C. your plan D. your work
Question 6: Which of the following is true about learning for your dream job?
A. Learning stops after school. B. Learning helps you do better in your job.
C. Learning is not needed for all jobs. D. Learning is only for students.
Question 7: What can you learn from the passage?
A. Getting a dream job is easy. B. You must work hard to get your dream job.
C. You should wait for your dream job. D. Planning is not important.
How to Learn English Well
Learning English can be hard, but you can make it easier with some simple steps. First, you need
to have clear goals. Think about why you want to learn English. It could be to speak better, write
better, or pass a test. Having a goal will help you stay focused.
Listening to English often is very useful. You can listen to English radio, watch movies, or view
videos online. This helps you get used to how people speak English.
Speaking English is also important. You can find a friend to practice with, join a group, or take
online classes. Do not worry about making mistakes. Mistakes help you learn.
Reading and writing in English is helpful too. Read books, newspapers, and simple articles in
English. Write a diary or chat online in English. This helps you learn new words and practice
your writing.
There are also apps and websites that can help you learn English. Apps like Duolingo and
Memrise are good for learning new words. Websites like Grammarly help you check your writing.
Try to study a little every day. Even 10-15 minutes a day is good. This regular practice helps you
get better over time.
Finally, use English in real life. Speak English when you are shopping, write emails, or talk to
friends. Using English every day helps you become more fluent.
Remember, learning English takes time and patience. With these tips and regular practice, you
will improve quickly.

Question 1: What is the passage mainly about?

A. Methods to improve your English vocabulary B. The benefits of learning multiple languages
C. Ways to make English learning more enjoyable D. The importance of practicing English daily
Question 2: The word ‘goal’ in the passage is closest in meaning to _______.
A. aim B. habit C. challenge D. idea
Question 3: According to the passage, what is an effective way to practice speaking English?
A. Watching English movies without subtitles B. Reading English newspapers
C. Finding a friend to practice with D. Listening to English music
Question 4: The word ‘fluent’ in the passage refers to _______.
A. Speaking a language easily and smoothly B. Learning a lot of new words
C. Writing long essays in English D. Knowing many grammar rules

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Question 5: Which of the following is NOT true, according to the passage?

A. Listening to English can help you get used to how native speakers talk.
B. Writing daily can improve your writing skills in English.
C. Using English in real life is not necessary for learning the language.
D. Regular study helps you make progress in learning English.

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate
the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Mass tourism is a form of tourism that involves tens of thousands of people going to the same
place often The number of tourists, which has steadily increased over the years, rose from only
25 million international tourist arrivals in 1950 to an estimated 1.4 billion tourists (1) _______
2020. (2) ________ tourism, which is very important to the economy, brings substantial benefits,
there is also a significant price to pay, especially in terms of the environment. For instance, the
negative impact of tourism on the local environment, which can be enormous, is sometimes
direct, such as when (3) _______ tourists litter the streets or use up (4) _______ large amount of
natural resources of the (5) ______areas, which include clean water and energy. Additionally, the
impact can be less direct but still considerable, such as when most tourists travel by planes or
vehicles that consume a great deal of fuel, which also (6) ________ the environment. Therefore,
tourists, (7) ________ may be knowingly or unknowingly harming the environment as they
travel, should aim to reduce their negative impact by traveling more responsibly and in a more
eco-friendly way.

Question 1. A. by B. on C. in D. during
Question 2. A. Although B. Because C. Despite D. Therefore
Question 3. A. many B. few C. some D. most
Question 4. A. a B. an C. the D. some
Question A. rural B. local C. distant D. remote
Question 6. A. protects B. damages C. conserves D. enhances
Question 7. A. who B. whose C. whom D. which
Traveling is a great way to see new (1) ______ and learn about different cultures. First, it lets
you visit interesting sites, which can be fun and (2) ______. For example, you can go to famous
landmarks like the Statue of Liberty, which shows the history of the United States. Also,
traveling helps local (3) ______ because tourists buy food and souvenirs, (4) ______ supports
people in those areas. (5) ______, travelers who care about the environment can help protect
beautiful places by being careful not to leave trash. But, even though traveling is exciting, it’s
important to travel in a way that does not harm nature. In summary, tourism, which brings people
together from all over the world, should be done in a way that respects both the local (6) ______
and the environment.

Question 1. A. food B. places C. animals D. events

Question 2. A. education B. educate C. educational D. educates
Question 3. A. animals B. books C. businesses D. countries
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Question 4. A. which B. who C. when D. where

Question 5. A. Therefore B. Unfortunately C. However D. Additionally
Question 6. A. transportation B. culture C. technology D. science
Sharing My Experience Learning English in Middle School
Learning English in middle school can be both fun and useful. Here are (1) ______ tips that
worked well for me. First, I learned new words every day with flashcards and apps, which helped me
remember and use more words. Listening to English songs (2) _______ watching movies in English
improved my listening skills and helped me understand how English is used in different situations. (3)
_______ , reading many books and magazines in English was also important, as they made my
reading skills better and taught me new phrases. Speaking English with friends and teachers at school
was another activity that made me more (4) ______. Additionally, writing in English, such as keeping
a diary or writing short stories, helped me practice my grammar. Setting many (5) _______ goals,
such as learning ten new words a week, kept me motivated. Using language learning apps, (6)
_______ make studying fun, was also very helpful. Overall, these methods made learning English (7)
_______ and more enjoyable.
1. A. much B. some C. many D. little
2. A. or B. but C. and D. so
3. A. Therefore B. However C. Because D. Although
4. A. confidence B. confident C. confidently D. confide
5. A. short B. large C. long D. small
6. A. that B. who C. which D. where
7. A. harder B. easier C. boring D. stressful

Planet Earth is (1)_____ unique place in our solar system. It is the only planet that supports life,
(2)_____ makes it special. Although it has beautiful landscapes, such as mountains and oceans, it also
faces many (3)_____. Pollution is one major issue that threatens our environment. (4)_____, habitat
loss affects the animals and plants that live in these areas. We must work together to protect these
ecosystems, whose health is vital for our survival. Education plays a crucial role (5)____ raising
awareness about these problems.
1. A. no article B. the C. an D. a
2. A. who B. which C. whom D. whose
3. A. challenges B. challenge C. difficult D. difficults
4. A. However B. Furthermore C. Athough D. But also
5. A. in B. for C. from D. on
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