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ÔN THI TỐT NGHIỆP TRUNG HỌC PHỔ THÔNG
NĂM HỌC 2017- 2018
MÔN TIẾNG ANH ~ MÃ ĐỀ 323
Thời gian: 60 phút - không tính thời gian giao đề
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 each of the following questions.
Question 1:A. abolish
B. establish
C. abdomen
D. accomplish
Question 2:A. entertain B. librarian
C. historical
D. phenomenon
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 in each of the following questions.
Question 3:A. follow
B. allow
C. yellow
D. hollow
Question 4:A. hatred
B. sacred
C. knocked
D. naked
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
answer to each of the questions from 05 to 11.
Although noise, commonly defined as unwanted sound, is a widely recognized form of pollution, it is very
difficult to measure because the discomfort experienced by different individuals is highly subjective and, therefore,

variable. Exposure to lower levels of noise may be slightly irritating, whereas exposure to higher levels may
actually cause hearing loss. Particularly in congested urban areas, the noise produced as a byproduct of our
advancing technology causes physical and psychological harm but it also detracts from the quality of life for those
exposed to it.
Unlike the eyes, which can be covered by the eyelids against strong light, the ear has no lid, and is, therefore,
always open and vulnerable; noise penetrates without protection.
Noise causes effects that the hearer cannot control and to which the body never becomes accustomed. Loud noises
instinctively signal danger to any organism with a hearing mechanism, including human beings. In response,
heartbeat and respiration accelerate, blood vessels constrict, the skin pales, and muscles tense. In fact, there is a
general increase in functioning brought about by the flow of adrenaline released in response to fear, and some of
theseresponses persist even longer than the noise, occasionally as long as thirty minutes after the sound has ceased.
Because noise is unavoidable in a complex, industrial society, we are constantly responding in the same ways that
we would respond to danger. Recently, researchers have concluded that noise and our response may be much more
than an annoyance. It may be a serious threat to physical and psychological health and well-being, causing damage
not only to the ear and brain but also to the heart and stomach. We have long known that hearing loss is America’s
number one nonfatal health problem, but now we are learning that some of us with heart disease and ulcers may be
victims of noise. Investigate on human subjects have demonstrated that babies are affected by noise even before
they are born. Fetuses exposed to noise tend to be overactive, they cry easily, and they are more sensitive to
gastrointestinal problems after birth. In addition, the psychological effect of noise is very important. Nervousness,
irritability, tension, and anxiety increase, affecting the quality of rest during sleep, and the efficiency of activities
during waking hours, as well as the way that we interact with one another.
Question 5: Which of the following is closest in meaning to accelerate?
A. swell
B. cease
C. rise
D. increase
Question 6: The word “congested” in paragraph 1 could best be replaced by......
A. rushed
B. distant
C. crowded

D. polluted
Question 7: Why is noise difficult to measure?
A. All people do not respond to it in the same way. B. It causes hearing loss.
C. It is unwanted.
D. People become accustomed to it.
Question 8: It can be inferred from this passage that the eye......
A. enjoys greater protection than the ear
B. responds to fear
C. increases functions
D. is damaged by noise
Question 9: With which of the following statements would the author most probably agree?
A. Noise is a complex problem
B. Noise is America’s number-one problem.
C. Noise is an unavoidable problem in an industrial society. D. Noise is not a serious problem today.
Question 10: According to the passage, people respond to loud noises in the same way that they respond to......
A. disease
B. annoyance
C. danger
D. damage
Question 11: Which of the following is the author’s main point?
A. The ear is not like the eye.
B. Loud noises signal danger.
C. Hearing loss is America’s number one nonfatal health problem.
D. Noise may pose a serious threat to our physical and psychological health.


Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
answer to each of the questions from 12 to 18.
Overeating and obesity have become a source of concern for millions of Americans. Encouraged by an endless
variety of fast foods, convenience stores on every corner, and hectic schedules that do not allow time for relaxed

eating, people tend to grab whatever is handy. As one busy office worker put it, "If it’s hot, it’s fast, and it’s there,
I’ll eat it.I’ll worry about the calorics tomorrow.”
Restaurant owners have been caught up in the bigger-is-better frenzy. Many restaurants now routinely offer huge
portions; and supply doggie bags to their customers. Customers like large plates heaped with food - it makes them
feel well-fed and able to enjoy the luxury of ordering, eating, and paying for as much food as they can possibly
handle.It also makes them feel thrifty and smart - almost as if they’re outsmarting the restaurant owner. “When I
walk out of a restaurant with a full stomach and a bulging doggie bag, I feel like I’ve gotten two or three meals for
the price of one,” said Jack Burlin, a truck driver from Kentucky,who often stops at roadside diners for a meal. Lots
of places advertise all-you-can-eat specials full of starches, preservatives, fats, and sugars. The Average American
diet includes 20 teaspoons of sugar per day - mostly from soft drinks and prepared foods.
Unfortunately, Americans are paying a high price for their bad eating habits. Obesity is a growing problem in
American society today. Recent research claims that over 60% of Americans are overweight. Hundreds of books,
magazines, TV programs, and self-help groups are devoted to educating people about nutrition. Helping Americans
eat wisely and manage their weight is now a multi-million dollar industry.
Question 12: The author seems to feel that......
A. many Americans do not realize that obesity canl ead to health problems.
B. people are making too much money from running self-help groups.
C. people spend too much money in fast-food restaurants.
D. weight problems are not a serious matter.
Question 13: According to the passage, many Americans......
A. don’t mind paying high prices for big portions in restaurants.
B. plan their workday to include a lunch break.
C. are paying more attention to what they eat.
D. are becoming overweight because they don’t eat sensibly.
Question 14: From this passage,we can understand that......
A. it is cheaper to eat out than to prepare meals at home.
B. restaurant owners are not well-informed abou tnutrition.
C. Americans are eating fewer home-cooked meals.
D. there are magazines about healthy eating in roadside diners.
Question 15: What do restaurants put into a doggie bag?

A. dogfood
B. a plate
C. the main part of the meal
D. left-over food to take home
Question 16: According to the passage, customers enjoy being served huge portions because they......
A. have always been wellfed.
B. believe they are getting good value for their money.
C. want to share their food with their friends.
D. want to show that they can afford a large amount of food.
Question 17: The word “thrifty” in paragraph 2 means......
A. willing to spend a lot of money.
B. careful about spending money.
C. generous.
D. clever.
Question 18: What do customers get in all-you-can-eat specials?
A. preservatives
B. starches
C. large amounts of food
D. soft drinks
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions.
Question 19: It may be raining, but I’m......enjoying myself.
A. desperately
B. extremely
C. thoroughly
D. highly
Question 20: Is there anything......you’d like me to do?
A. still
B. else
C. more

D. again
Question 21: She was very....and told me quite simply that she didn’t like me.
A. open
B.. genuine
C. sincere
D. blunt
Question 22: I......doubt whether he will actually carry out his threats.
A. absolutely
B. highly
C. seriously
D. deeply
Question 23: I.....hope there won’t be a repetition of these unfortunate events.
A. deeply
B. sincerely
C. strongly
D. thoroughly
Question 24: He is......by many people for the money he has helped raise for charity.


A. approved
B. regarded
C. considered
D. admired
Question 25: After thirty-five years in the English department, Professor Lane finally......last month.
A. retreated
B. withdrew
C. abdicated
D. retired
Question 26: He just turned away when I asked him.......he meant?
A. How do you think B. What you think

C. What do you think
D. Which do you think
Question 27: Which of the following adjective-noun collocations is NOT possible?
A. A strong cheese
B. A strong cigarette
C. A strong exam
D. A strong woman
Question 28: I really enjoy my new English class, we discuss......really interesting topics like music, pop stars
and fashion!
A. about
B. at
C. to
D. Ø
Question 29:We......at about seven o’clock this morning and we eventually arrived at half past four.
A. set up
B. set out
C. set to
D. set in
Question 30: I’m sorry about all the......things I said to you.
A. nasty
B. hostile
C. short
D. abrupt
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best completes each of the
following exchanges.
Question 31: ~ A: "Were you told to get dinner ready?" ~ B: "................"
A. Yes, we'll eat out tonight.
B. No, I did it of my own accord.
C. Yes, we were served with champagne and canapés. D. No, Mum did it on her own.
Question 32: ~ A: "............." ~ B: "I’m sure he’ll be only too willing to help you with the project."

A. Shall I ask him out?
B. Will he be in charge of that?
C. Do I have to hand it in now?
D. Do you think I should ask Andy?
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 33: Bill's wife is a terrible snob. She almost looks down on all his friends because they speak pidgin
English.
A. is on good terms with
B. gives a hand to
C. shows sympathy to
D. holds in high esteem
Question 34: Many European countries refused to compete in the 2018 World Cup in Russia.
A. denied
B. agreed
C. obtained
D. accepted
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the
underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 35: We failed to lay eyes on a tiger during our expedition, let alone film one.
A. glance at
B. glimpse at
C. take a look at
D. see for the first time
Question 36: Most swamps here abound in crocodiles.
A. are filled with
B. run out of
C. are covered with
D. have in large numbers
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each

of the following questions.
Question 37: Wouldn’t it be better to let them know about the alterations to the plan?
A. We’d better ask them to change the plan, hadn’t we?
B. Shouldn’t they have been consulted before the scheme was changed?
C. Don’t you think they should be informed about the changes in the plan?
D. Why haven’t they been informed about the new developments?
Question 38: We had planned to walk right round the lake, but the heavy rain made this impossible.
A. If it hadn’t rained so heavily, we would have walked right round the lake.
B. We would have walked right round the lake even ifit had rained heavily.
C. In spite of the heavy rain we managed to walk half way round the lake as planned.
D. The heavy rain nearly prevented us from walking right round the lake.
Question 39: First impression on university life varies from student to student.
A. Each student has his/her own first impression on university life.
B. University life makes the students vary in impression.
C. No two students share the same experience at the university.
D. Students hold different viewpoints on university life.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in
each of the following questions.
Question 40: As every other nation, the United States used to define its unit of currency, the dollars, in terms of
the gold standard.
A. As
B. other
C. used to define
D. its


Question 41: During the Middle Ages, handwriting notices kept groups of nobles informed of important events.
A. informed
B. During
C. kept

D. handwriting
Question 42: American manufacturers depend on ocean shipping for most of trade with other countries.
A. other
B. shipping
C. of trade
D. depend on
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 43 to 48.
THE NEGATIVE EFFECTS OF TECHNOLOGY
Modern technology, in all its various forms, has changed the way we live our lives, but unfortunately, this has not
always been ...(43)... the better. A number of things we used to value highly are gradually disappearing or have
disappeared altogether. ...(44)... punctuality, for example: before mobile phones, people had to ...(45)... their
appointments and get to meetings on time. Now, it seems, it is perfectly acceptable to send a text five minutes
before you are ...(46)... to meet, telling your friend or colleague not to expect you for another half an hour or so.
The Internet, too, has had a negative effect ...(47)... our manners. Rudeness seems to be the language of debate on
any site which invites users togive their opinions. Anonymity makes it easier for people to insult anyone that has
views which are different from their own. They lose all ...(48)... of politeness and restraint, safe in the knowledge
that they will never be identified.
[Adapted from: READY FOR FIRST, Workbook, Roy Norris, 2013]

Question 43:A. for
B. to
C. so
D. much
Question 44:A. Take
B. Be
C. Put
D. Make
Question 45:A. set
B. carry

C. keep
D. make
Question 46:A. earger B. due
C. willing
D. asked
Question 47:A. in
B. at
C. to
D. on
Question 48:A. signs
B. hints
C. sense
D. symbols
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of
sentences in the following questions.
Question 49: They finished one project. They started working on the next.
A. Only if they had finished one project did they start, working on the next.
B. Had they finished one project, they would have started working on the next.
C. Hardly had they finished one project when they started working on the next.
D. Not until did they start working on the next project then they finished one.
Question 50: The proposal seemed like a good idea. The manager refused it.
A. The manager didn’t like to proposal because it didn't seem a good idea.
B. Since the proposal seemed like a good idea, the manager refused it.
C. The manager refused the proposal though it seemed like a good idea.
D. The proposal didn’t seem like a good idea, so the manager didn’t accept it.
The End


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ÔN THI TỐT NGHIỆP TRUNG HỌC PHỔ THÔNG
NĂM HỌC 2017- 2018
MÔN TIẾNG ANH ~ MÃ ĐỀ 766
Thời gian: 60 phút - không tính thời gian giao đề
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in
each of the following questions.
Question 1: As every other nation, the United States used to define its unit of currency, the dollars, in terms of
the gold standard.
A. used to define
B. As
C. other
D. its
Question 2: American manufacturers depend on ocean shipping for most of trade with other countries.
A. depend on
B. of trade
C. shipping
D. other
Question 3: During the Middle Ages, handwriting notices kept groups of nobles informed of important events.
A. kept
B. informed
C. handwriting
D. During
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best completes each of the
following exchanges.
Question 4: ~ A: "............." ~ B: "I’m sure he’ll be only too willing to help you with the project."
A. Shall I ask him out?
B. Do you think I should ask Andy?
C. Do I have to hand it in now?

D. Will he be in charge of that?
Question 5: ~ A: "Were you told to get dinner ready?" ~ B: "................"
A. Yes, we'll eat out tonight.
B. No, I did it of my own accord.
C. Yes, we were served with champagne and canapés. D. No, Mum did it on her own.
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 in each of the following questions.
Question 6:A. yellow
B. allow
C. follow
D. hollow
Question 7:A. hatred
B. knocked
C. naked
D. sacred
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the
underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 8: We failed to lay eyes on a tiger during our expedition, let alone film one.
A. take a look at
B. see for the first time
C. glimpse at
D. glance at
Question 9: Most swamps here abound in crocodiles.
A. run out of
B. are covered with
C. have in large numbers
D. are filled with
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions.
Question 10: He just turned away when I asked him.......he meant?

A. What do you think B. What you think
C. How do you think
D. Which do you think
Question 11: I’m sorry about all the......things I said to you.
A. hostile
B. short
C. nasty
D. abrupt
Question 12: I.....hope there won’t be a repetition of these unfortunate events.
A. strongly
B. deeply
C. thoroughly
D. sincerely
Question 13: Is there anything......you’d like me to do?
A. still
B. more
C. again
D. else
Question 14: I......doubt whether he will actually carry out his threats.
A. deeply
B. absolutely
C. highly
D. seriously
Question 15: He is......by many people for the money he has helped raise for charity.
A. considered
B. approved
C. regarded
D. admired
Question 16: I really enjoy my new English class, we discuss......really interesting topics like music, pop stars
and fashion!

A. at
B. about
C. to
D. Ø
Question 17: Which of the following adjective-noun collocations is NOT possible?
A. A strong cigarette B. A strong woman
C. A strong cheese
D. A strong exam
Question 18: She was very....and told me quite simply that she didn’t like me.
A. blunt
B.. genuine
C. sincere
D. open
Question 19:We......at about seven o’clock this morning and we eventually arrived at half past four.
A. set up
B. set out
C. set in
D. set to
Question 20: It may be raining, but I’m......enjoying myself.
A. extremely
B. thoroughly
C. desperately
D. highly
Question 21: After thirty-five years in the English department, Professor Lane finally......last month.
A. abdicated
B. withdrew
C. retreated
D. retired

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 22: Many European countries refused to compete in the 2018 World Cup in Russia.
A. denied
B. agreed
C. obtained
D. accepted
Question 23: Bill's wife is a terrible snob. She almost looks down on all his friends because they speak pidgin
English.
A. gives a hand to
B. is on good terms with
C. shows sympathy to
D. holds in high esteem
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
answer to each of the questions from 24 to 30.
Although noise, commonly defined as unwanted sound, is a widely recognized form of pollution, it is very
difficult to measure because the discomfort experienced by different individuals is highly subjective and, therefore,
variable. Exposure to lower levels of noise may be slightly irritating, whereas exposure to higher levels may
actually cause hearing loss. Particularly in congested urban areas, the noise produced as a byproduct of our
advancing technology causes physical and psychological harm but it also detracts from the quality of life for those
exposed to it.
Unlike the eyes, which can be covered by the eyelids against strong light, the ear has no lid, and is, therefore,
always open and vulnerable; noise penetrates without protection.
Noise causes effects that the hearer cannot control and to which the body never becomes accustomed. Loud noises
instinctively signal danger to any organism with a hearing mechanism, including human beings. In response,
heartbeat and respiration accelerate, blood vessels constrict, the skin pales, and muscles tense. In fact, there is a
general increase in functioning brought about by the flow of adrenaline released in response to fear, and some of
theseresponses persist even longer than the noise, occasionally as long as thirty minutes after the sound has ceased.
Because noise is unavoidable in a complex, industrial society, we are constantly responding in the same ways that
we would respond to danger. Recently, researchers have concluded that noise and our response may be much more

than an annoyance. It may be a serious threat to physical and psychological health and well-being, causing damage
not only to the ear and brain but also to the heart and stomach. We have long known that hearing loss is America’s
number one nonfatal health problem, but now we are learning that some of us with heart disease and ulcers may be
victims of noise. Investigate on human subjects have demonstrated that babies are affected by noise even before
they are born. Fetuses exposed to noise tend to be overactive, they cry easily, and they are more sensitive to
gastrointestinal problems after birth. In addition, the psychological effect of noise is very important. Nervousness,
irritability, tension, and anxiety increase, affecting the quality of rest during sleep, and the efficiency of activities
during waking hours, as well as the way that we interact with one another.
Question 24: According to the passage, people respond to loud noises in the same way that they respond to......
A. danger
B. damage
C. annoyance
D. disease
Question 25: Why is noise difficult to measure?
A. It is unwanted.
B. People become accustomed to it.
C. All people do not respond to it in the same way. D. It causes hearing loss.
Question 26: Which of the following is the author’s main point?
A. Hearing loss is America’s number one nonfatal health problem.
B. Loud noises signal danger.
C. Noise may pose a serious threat to our physical and psychological health.
D. The ear is not like the eye.
Question 27: Which of the following is closest in meaning to accelerate?
A. swell
B. rise
C. increase
D. cease
Question 28: With which of the following statements would the author most probably agree?
A. Noise is a complex problem
B. Noise is America’s number-one problem.

C. Noise is not a serious problem today.
D. Noise is an unavoidable problem in an industrial
society.
Question 29: The word “congested” in paragraph 1 could best be replaced by......
A. rushed
B. polluted
C. distant
D. crowded
Question 30: It can be inferred from this passage that the eye......
A. increases functions
B. is damaged by noise
C. enjoys greater protection than the ear
D. responds to fear
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
answer to each of the questions from 31 to 37.
Overeating and obesity have become a source of concern for millions of Americans. Encouraged by an endless
variety of fast foods, convenience stores on every corner, and hectic schedules that do not allow time for relaxed


eating, people tend to grab whatever is handy. As one busy office worker put it, "If it’s hot, it’s fast, and it’s there,
I’ll eat it.I’ll worry about the calorics tomorrow.”
Restaurant owners have been caught up in the bigger-is-better frenzy. Many restaurants now routinely offer huge
portions; and supply doggie bags to their customers. Customers like large plates heaped with food - it makes them
feel well-fed and able to enjoy the luxury of ordering, eating, and paying for as much food as they can possibly
handle.It also makes them feel thrifty and smart - almost as if they’re outsmarting the restaurant owner. “When I
walk out of a restaurant with a full stomach and a bulging doggie bag, I feel like I’ve gotten two or three meals for
the price of one,” said Jack Burlin, a truck driver from Kentucky,who often stops at roadside diners for a meal. Lots
of places advertise all-you-can-eat specials full of starches, preservatives, fats, and sugars. The Average American
diet includes 20 teaspoons of sugar per day - mostly from soft drinks and prepared foods.
Unfortunately, Americans are paying a high price for their bad eating habits. Obesity is a growing problem in

American society today. Recent research claims that over 60% of Americans are overweight. Hundreds of books,
magazines, TV programs, and self-help groups are devoted to educating people about nutrition. Helping Americans
eat wisely and manage their weight is now a multi-million dollar industry.
Question 31: The word “thrifty” in paragraph 2 means......
A. careful about spending money.
B. willing to spend a lot of money.
C. clever.
D. generous.
Question 32: According to the passage, many Americans......
A. are becoming overweight because they don’t eat sensibly.
B. don’t mind paying high prices for big portions in restaurants.
C. are paying more attention to what they eat.
D. plan their workday to include a lunch break.
Question 33: What do restaurants put into a doggie bag?
A. left-over food to take home B. dogfood
C. a plate
D. the main part of the meal
Question 34: The author seems to feel that......
A. many Americans do not realize that obesity canl ead to health problems.
B. people are making too much money from running self-help groups.
C. people spend too much money in fast-food restaurants.
D. weight problems are not a serious matter.
Question 35: What do customers get in all-you-can-eat specials?
A. large amounts of food
B. soft drinks
C. preservatives
D. starches
Question 36: According to the passage, customers enjoy being served huge portions because they......
A. believe they are getting good value for their money.
B. want to share their food with their friends.

C. have always been wellfed.
D. want to show that they can afford a large amount of food.
Question 37: From this passage,we can understand that......
A. restaurant owners are not well-informed abou tnutrition.
B. it is cheaper to eat out than to prepare meals at home.
C. Americans are eating fewer home-cooked meals.
D. there are magazines about healthy eating in roadside diners.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 38 to 43.
THE NEGATIVE EFFECTS OF TECHNOLOGY
Modern technology, in all its various forms, has changed the way we live our lives, but unfortunately, this has not
always been ...(38)... the better. A number of things we used to value highly are gradually disappearing or have
disappeared altogether. ...(39)... punctuality, for example: before mobile phones, people had to ...(40)... their
appointments and get to meetings on time. Now, it seems, it is perfectly acceptable to send a text five minutes
before you are ...(41)... to meet, telling your friend or colleague not to expect you for another half an hour or so.
The Internet, too, has had a negative effect ...(42)... our manners. Rudeness seems to be the language of debate on
any site which invites users togive their opinions. Anonymity makes it easier for people to insult anyone that has
views which are different from their own. They lose all ...(43)... of politeness and restraint, safe in the knowledge
that they will never be identified.
[Adapted from: READY FOR FIRST, Workbook, Roy Norris, 2013]

Question 38:A. much
Question 39:A. Be
Question 40:A. carry
Question 41:A. due

B. for
B. Take
B. keep
B. asked

C. so
C. Put
C. make
C. willing

D. to
D. Make
D. set
D. earger


Question 42:A. to
B. at
C. in
D. on
Question 43:A. hints
B. symbols
C. sense
D. signs
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of
sentences in the following questions.
Question 44: They finished one project. They started working on the next.
A. Only if they had finished one project did they start, working on the next.
B. Had they finished one project, they would have started working on the next.
C. Hardly had they finished one project when they started working on the next.
D. Not until did they start working on the next project then they finished one.
Question 45: The proposal seemed like a good idea. The manager refused it.
A. Since the proposal seemed like a good idea, the manager refused it.
B. The proposal didn’t seem like a good idea, so the manager didn’t accept it.

C. The manager didn’t like to proposal because it didn't seem a good idea.
D. The manager refused the proposal though it seemed like a good idea.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each
of the following questions.
Question 46: Wouldn’t it be better to let them know about the alterations to the plan?
A. Shouldn’t they have been consulted before the scheme was changed?
B. Don’t you think they should be informed about the changes in the plan?
C. We’d better ask them to change the plan, hadn’t we?
D. Why haven’t they been informed about the new developments?
Question 47: First impression on university life varies from student to student.
A. University life makes the students vary in impression.
B. Students hold different viewpoints on university life.
C. Each student has his/her own first impression on university life.
D. No two students share the same experience at the university.
Question 48: We had planned to walk right round the lake, but the heavy rain made this impossible.
A. If it hadn’t rained so heavily, we would have walked right round the lake.
B. The heavy rain nearly prevented us from walking right round the lake.
C. We would have walked right round the lake even ifit had rained heavily.
D. In spite of the heavy rain we managed to walk half way round the lake as planned.
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 each of the following questions.
Question 49:A. phenomenon B. entertain
C. librarian
D. historical
Question 50:A. accomplish B. establish
C. abdomen
D. abolish
The End

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ĐỀ CHÍNH THỨC
(Đề gồm có 04 trang)

ÔN THI TỐT NGHIỆP TRUNG HỌC PHỔ THÔNG
NĂM HỌC 2017- 2018
MÔN TIẾNG ANH ~ MÃ ĐỀ 553
Thời gian: 60 phút - không tính thời gian giao đề
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 each of the following questions.
Question 1:A. historical B. librarian
C. phenomenon
D. entertain
Question 2:A. abolish
B. abdomen
C. accomplish
D. establish
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 03 to 08.
THE NEGATIVE EFFECTS OF TECHNOLOGY
Modern technology, in all its various forms, has changed the way we live our lives, but unfortunately, this has not
always been ...(3)... the better. A number of things we used to value highly are gradually disappearing or have
disappeared altogether. ...(4)... punctuality, for example: before mobile phones, people had to ...(5)... their
appointments and get to meetings on time. Now, it seems, it is perfectly acceptable to send a text five minutes
before you are ...(6)... to meet, telling your friend or colleague not to expect you for another half an hour or so.
The Internet, too, has had a negative effect ...(7)... our manners. Rudeness seems to be the language of debate on
any site which invites users togive their opinions. Anonymity makes it easier for people to insult anyone that has
views which are different from their own. They lose all ...(8)... of politeness and restraint, safe in the knowledge
that they will never be identified.
[Adapted from: READY FOR FIRST, Workbook, Roy Norris, 2013]

Question 3:A. to
B. for
C. much
D. so
Question 4:A. Be
B. Take
C. Put
D. Make
Question 5:A. keep
B. make
C. set
D. carry
Question 6:A. earger
B. asked
C. willing
D. due
Question 7:A. at
B. in
C. on
D. to
Question 8:A. hints
B. signs
C. sense
D. symbols
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in
each of the following questions.
Question 9: As every other nation, the United States used to define its unit of currency, the dollars, in terms of
the gold standard.
A. its

B. other
C. As
D. used to define
Question 10: American manufacturers depend on ocean shipping for most of trade with other countries.
A. other
B. shipping
C. depend on
D. of trade
Question 11: During the Middle Ages, handwriting notices kept groups of nobles informed of important events.
A. handwriting
B. During
C. informed
D. kept
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 in each of the following questions.
Question 12:A. yellow B. allow
C. follow
D. hollow
Question 13:A. sacred B. hatred
C. knocked
D. naked
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best completes each of the
following exchanges.
Question 14: ~ A: "............." ~ B: "I’m sure he’ll be only too willing to help you with the project."
A. Will he be in charge of that?
B. Shall I ask him out?
C. Do I have to hand it in now?
D. Do you think I should ask Andy?
Question 15: ~ A: "Were you told to get dinner ready?" ~ B: "................"
A. Yes, we'll eat out tonight.

B. Yes, we were served with champagne and canapés.
C. No, Mum did it on her own.
D. No, I did it of my own accord.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the
underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 16: We failed to lay eyes on a tiger during our expedition, let alone film one.
A. see for the first time B. take a look at
C. glimpse at
D. glance at
Question 17: Most swamps here abound in crocodiles.
A. run out of
B. are filled with
C. are covered with
D. have in large numbers
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 18: Bill's wife is a terrible snob. She almost looks down on all his friends because they speak pidgin
English.


A. is on good terms with
B. gives a hand to
C. holds in high esteem
D. shows sympathy to
Question 19: Many European countries refused to compete in the 2018 World Cup in Russia.
A. denied
B. accepted
C. obtained
D. agreed
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct

answer to each of the questions from 20 to 26.
Overeating and obesity have become a source of concern for millions of Americans. Encouraged by an endless
variety of fast foods, convenience stores on every corner, and hectic schedules that do not allow time for relaxed
eating, people tend to grab whatever is handy. As one busy office worker put it, "If it’s hot, it’s fast, and it’s there,
I’ll eat it.I’ll worry about the calorics tomorrow.”
Restaurant owners have been caught up in the bigger-is-better frenzy. Many restaurants now routinely offer huge
portions; and supply doggie bags to their customers. Customers like large plates heaped with food - it makes them
feel well-fed and able to enjoy the luxury of ordering, eating, and paying for as much food as they can possibly
handle.It also makes them feel thrifty and smart - almost as if they’re outsmarting the restaurant owner. “When I
walk out of a restaurant with a full stomach and a bulging doggie bag, I feel like I’ve gotten two or three meals for
the price of one,” said Jack Burlin, a truck driver from Kentucky,who often stops at roadside diners for a meal. Lots
of places advertise all-you-can-eat specials full of starches, preservatives, fats, and sugars. The Average American
diet includes 20 teaspoons of sugar per day - mostly from soft drinks and prepared foods.
Unfortunately, Americans are paying a high price for their bad eating habits. Obesity is a growing problem in
American society today. Recent research claims that over 60% of Americans are overweight. Hundreds of books,
magazines, TV programs, and self-help groups are devoted to educating people about nutrition. Helping Americans
eat wisely and manage their weight is now a multi-million dollar industry.
Question 20: What do customers get in all-you-can-eat specials?
A. starches
B. soft drinks
C. preservatives
D. large amounts of food
Question 21: According to the passage, many Americans......
A. are becoming overweight because they don’t eat sensibly.
B. plan their workday to include a lunch break.
C. don’t mind paying high prices for big portions in restaurants.
D. are paying more attention to what they eat.
Question 22: According to the passage, customers enjoy being served huge portions because they......
A. believe they are getting good value for their money.
B. want to show that they can afford a large amount of food.

C. have always been wellfed.
D. want to share their food with their friends.
Question 23: The author seems to feel that......
A. many Americans do not realize that obesity canl ead to health problems.
B. people spend too much money in fast-food restaurants.
C. people are making too much money from running self-help groups.
D. weight problems are not a serious matter.
Question 24: From this passage,we can understand that......
A. there are magazines about healthy eating in roadside diners.
B. it is cheaper to eat out than to prepare meals at home.
C. restaurant owners are not well-informed abou tnutrition.
D. Americans are eating fewer home-cooked meals.
Question 25: The word “thrifty” in paragraph 2 means......
A. clever.
B. careful about spending money.
C. willing to spend a lot of money.
D. generous.
Question 26: What do restaurants put into a doggie bag?
A. the main part of the meal B. a plate
C. left-over food to take home D. dogfood
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
answer to each of the questions from 27 to 33.
Although noise, commonly defined as unwanted sound, is a widely recognized form of pollution, it is very
difficult to measure because the discomfort experienced by different individuals is highly subjective and, therefore,
variable. Exposure to lower levels of noise may be slightly irritating, whereas exposure to higher levels may
actually cause hearing loss. Particularly in congested urban areas, the noise produced as a byproduct of our
advancing technology causes physical and psychological harm but it also detracts from the quality of life for those
exposed to it.

Unlike the eyes, which can be covered by the eyelids against strong light, the ear has no lid, and is, therefore,
always open and vulnerable; noise penetrates without protection.
Noise causes effects that the hearer cannot control and to which the body never becomes accustomed. Loud noises
instinctively signal danger to any organism with a hearing mechanism, including human beings. In response,
heartbeat and respiration accelerate, blood vessels constrict, the skin pales, and muscles tense. In fact, there is a
general increase in functioning brought about by the flow of adrenaline released in response to fear, and some of
theseresponses persist even longer than the noise, occasionally as long as thirty minutes after the sound has ceased.
Because noise is unavoidable in a complex, industrial society, we are constantly responding in the same ways that
we would respond to danger. Recently, researchers have concluded that noise and our response may be much more
than an annoyance. It may be a serious threat to physical and psychological health and well-being, causing damage
not only to the ear and brain but also to the heart and stomach. We have long known that hearing loss is America’s
number one nonfatal health problem, but now we are learning that some of us with heart disease and ulcers may be
victims of noise. Investigate on human subjects have demonstrated that babies are affected by noise even before
they are born. Fetuses exposed to noise tend to be overactive, they cry easily, and they are more sensitive to
gastrointestinal problems after birth. In addition, the psychological effect of noise is very important. Nervousness,
irritability, tension, and anxiety increase, affecting the quality of rest during sleep, and the efficiency of activities
during waking hours, as well as the way that we interact with one another.
Question 27: Which of the following is the author’s main point?
A. The ear is not like the eye.
B. Hearing loss is America’s number one nonfatal health problem.
C. Loud noises signal danger.
D. Noise may pose a serious threat to our physical and psychological health.
Question 28: According to the passage, people respond to loud noises in the same way that they respond to......
A. annoyance
B. disease
C. damage
D. danger
Question 29: It can be inferred from this passage that the eye......
A. is damaged by noise
B. increases functions

C. responds to fear
D. enjoys greater protection than the ear
Question 30: The word “congested” in paragraph 1 could best be replaced by......
A. distant
B. crowded
C. rushed
D. polluted
Question 31: With which of the following statements would the author most probably agree?
A. Noise is an unavoidable problem in an industrial society. B. Noise is a complex problem
C. Noise is not a serious problem today.
D. Noise is America’s number-one problem.
Question 32: Which of the following is closest in meaning to accelerate?
A. increase
B. rise
C. swell
D. cease
Question 33: Why is noise difficult to measure?
A. All people do not respond to it in the same way. B. It is unwanted.
C. It causes hearing loss.
D. People become accustomed to it.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each
of the following questions.
Question 34: Wouldn’t it be better to let them know about the alterations to the plan?
A. Why haven’t they been informed about the new developments?
B. Shouldn’t they have been consulted before the scheme was changed?
C. We’d better ask them to change the plan, hadn’t we?
D. Don’t you think they should be informed about the changes in the plan?
Question 35: We had planned to walk right round the lake, but the heavy rain made this impossible.
A. The heavy rain nearly prevented us from walking right round the lake.
B. We would have walked right round the lake even ifit had rained heavily.

C. If it hadn’t rained so heavily, we would have walked right round the lake.
D. In spite of the heavy rain we managed to walk half way round the lake as planned.
Question 36: First impression on university life varies from student to student.
A. University life makes the students vary in impression.
B. Students hold different viewpoints on university life.
C. No two students share the same experience at the university.
D. Each student has his/her own first impression on university life.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions.
Question 37: I.....hope there won’t be a repetition of these unfortunate events.
A. thoroughly
B. deeply
C. sincerely
D. strongly


Question 38: I......doubt whether he will actually carry out his threats.
A. highly
B. deeply
C. seriously
D. absolutely
Question 39: He is......by many people for the money he has helped raise for charity.
A. regarded
B. approved
C. admired
D. considered
Question 40:We......at about seven o’clock this morning and we eventually arrived at half past four.
A. set out
B. set up
C. set in

D. set to
Question 41: After thirty-five years in the English department, Professor Lane finally......last month.
A. retreated
B. abdicated
C. withdrew
D. retired
Question 42: Is there anything......you’d like me to do?
A. more
B. else
C. still
D. again
Question 43: She was very....and told me quite simply that she didn’t like me.
A. sincere
B. blunt
C.. genuine
D. open
Question 44: I really enjoy my new English class, we discuss......really interesting topics like music, pop stars
and fashion!
A. Ø
B. about
C. at
D. to
Question 45: I’m sorry about all the......things I said to you.
A. abrupt
B. short
C. hostile
D. nasty
Question 46: It may be raining, but I’m......enjoying myself.
A. extremely
B. highly

C. desperately
D. thoroughly
Question 47: Which of the following adjective-noun collocations is NOT possible?
A. A strong cheese
B. A strong woman
C. A strong exam
D. A strong cigarette
Question 48: He just turned away when I asked him.......he meant?
A. Which do you think B. How do you think
C. What you think
D. What do you think
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of
sentences in the following questions.
Question 49: The proposal seemed like a good idea. The manager refused it.
A. Since the proposal seemed like a good idea, the manager refused it.
B. The manager refused the proposal though it seemed like a good idea.
C. The manager didn’t like to proposal because it didn't seem a good idea.
D. The proposal didn’t seem like a good idea, so the manager didn’t accept it.
Question 50: They finished one project. They started working on the next.
A. Not until did they start working on the next project then they finished one.
B. Had they finished one project, they would have started working on the next.
C. Only if they had finished one project did they start, working on the next.
D. Hardly had they finished one project when they started working on the next.
The End


SỞ GIÁO DỤC ĐÀO TẠO
ĐỀ CHÍNH THỨC
(Đề gồm có 04 trang)

ÔN THI TỐT NGHIỆP TRUNG HỌC PHỔ THÔNG
NĂM HỌC 2017- 2018
MÔN TIẾNG ANH ~ MÃ ĐỀ 157
Thời gian: 60 phút - không tính thời gian giao đề
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
answer to each of the questions from 01 to 07.
Overeating and obesity have become a source of concern for millions of Americans. Encouraged by an endless
variety of fast foods, convenience stores on every corner, and hectic schedules that do not allow time for relaxed
eating, people tend to grab whatever is handy. As one busy office worker put it, "If it’s hot, it’s fast, and it’s there,
I’ll eat it.I’ll worry about the calorics tomorrow.”
Restaurant owners have been caught up in the bigger-is-better frenzy. Many restaurants now routinely offer huge
portions; and supply doggie bags to their customers. Customers like large plates heaped with food - it makes them
feel well-fed and able to enjoy the luxury of ordering, eating, and paying for as much food as they can possibly
handle.It also makes them feel thrifty and smart - almost as if they’re outsmarting the restaurant owner. “When I
walk out of a restaurant with a full stomach and a bulging doggie bag, I feel like I’ve gotten two or three meals for
the price of one,” said Jack Burlin, a truck driver from Kentucky,who often stops at roadside diners for a meal. Lots
of places advertise all-you-can-eat specials full of starches, preservatives, fats, and sugars. The Average American
diet includes 20 teaspoons of sugar per day - mostly from soft drinks and prepared foods.
Unfortunately, Americans are paying a high price for their bad eating habits. Obesity is a growing problem in
American society today. Recent research claims that over 60% of Americans are overweight. Hundreds of books,
magazines, TV programs, and self-help groups are devoted to educating people about nutrition. Helping Americans
eat wisely and manage their weight is now a multi-million dollar industry.
Question 1: The author seems to feel that......
A. many Americans do not realize that obesity canl ead to health problems.
B. weight problems are not a serious matter.
C. people are making too much money from running self-help groups.
D. people spend too much money in fast-food restaurants.
Question 2: The word “thrifty” in paragraph 2 means......
A. generous.
B. careful about spending money.

C. clever.
D. willing to spend a lot of money.
Question 3: According to the passage, customers enjoy being served huge portions because they......
A. want to share their food with their friends.
B. believe they are getting good value for their money.
C. want to show that they can afford a large amount of food.
D. have always been wellfed.
Question 4: According to the passage, many Americans......
A. don’t mind paying high prices for big portions in restaurants.
B. plan their workday to include a lunch break.
C. are paying more attention to what they eat.
D. are becoming overweight because they don’t eat sensibly.
Question 5: From this passage,we can understand that......
A. Americans are eating fewer home-cooked meals.
B. restaurant owners are not well-informed abou tnutrition.
C. it is cheaper to eat out than to prepare meals at home.
D. there are magazines about healthy eating in roadside diners.
Question 6: What do customers get in all-you-can-eat specials?
A. starches
B. preservatives
C. large amounts of food
D. soft drinks
Question 7: What do restaurants put into a doggie bag?
A. a plate
B. left-over food to take home C. the main part of the meal D. dogfood
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 in each of the following questions.
Question 8:A. follow
B. hollow
C. yellow

D. allow
Question 9:A. naked
B. hatred
C. sacred
D. knocked
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each
of the following questions.
Question 10: We had planned to walk right round the lake, but the heavy rain made this impossible.
A. In spite of the heavy rain we managed to walk half way round the lake as planned.
B. We would have walked right round the lake even ifit had rained heavily.


C. The heavy rain nearly prevented us from walking right round the lake.
D. If it hadn’t rained so heavily, we would have walked right round the lake.
Question 11: Wouldn’t it be better to let them know about the alterations to the plan?
A. Shouldn’t they have been consulted before the scheme was changed?
B. We’d better ask them to change the plan, hadn’t we?
C. Why haven’t they been informed about the new developments?
D. Don’t you think they should be informed about the changes in the plan?
Question 12: First impression on university life varies from student to student.
A. University life makes the students vary in impression.
B. Each student has his/her own first impression on university life.
C. Students hold different viewpoints on university life.
D. No two students share the same experience at the university.
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 each of the following questions.
Question 13:A. historical B. phenomenon
C. librarian
D. entertain
Question 14:A. establish B. abolish

C. abdomen
D. accomplish
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 15: Many European countries refused to compete in the 2018 World Cup in Russia.
A. obtained
B. accepted
C. agreed
D. denied
Question 16: Bill's wife is a terrible snob. She almost looks down on all his friends because they speak pidgin
English.
A. holds in high esteem
B. gives a hand to
C. is on good terms with
D. shows sympathy to
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of
sentences in the following questions.
Question 17: They finished one project. They started working on the next.
A. Hardly had they finished one project when they started working on the next.
B. Had they finished one project, they would have started working on the next.
C. Only if they had finished one project did they start, working on the next.
D. Not until did they start working on the next project then they finished one.
Question 18: The proposal seemed like a good idea. The manager refused it.
A. The manager didn’t like to proposal because it didn't seem a good idea.
B. The proposal didn’t seem like a good idea, so the manager didn’t accept it.
C. Since the proposal seemed like a good idea, the manager refused it.
D. The manager refused the proposal though it seemed like a good idea.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 19 to 24.
THE NEGATIVE EFFECTS OF TECHNOLOGY

Modern technology, in all its various forms, has changed the way we live our lives, but unfortunately, this has not
always been ...(19)... the better. A number of things we used to value highly are gradually disappearing or have
disappeared altogether. ...(20)... punctuality, for example: before mobile phones, people had to ...(21)... their
appointments and get to meetings on time. Now, it seems, it is perfectly acceptable to send a text five minutes
before you are ...(22)... to meet, telling your friend or colleague not to expect you for another half an hour or so.
The Internet, too, has had a negative effect ...(23)... our manners. Rudeness seems to be the language of debate on
any site which invites users togive their opinions. Anonymity makes it easier for people to insult anyone that has
views which are different from their own. They lose all ...(24)... of politeness and restraint, safe in the knowledge
that they will never be identified.
[Adapted from: READY FOR FIRST, Workbook, Roy Norris, 2013]

Question 19:A. much
B. to
C. for
D. so
Question 20:A. Be
B. Take
C. Put
D. Make
Question 21:A. set
B. keep
C. carry
D. make
Question 22:A. due
B. willing
C. asked
D. earger
Question 23:A. in
B. on
C. at

D. to
Question 24:A. signs
B. hints
C. symbols
D. sense
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the
underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 25: We failed to lay eyes on a tiger during our expedition, let alone film one.


A. glimpse at
B. see for the first time
C. glance at
D. take a look at
Question 26: Most swamps here abound in crocodiles.
A. have in large numbers B. are covered with
C. are filled with
D. run out of
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best completes each of the
following exchanges.
Question 27: ~ A: "............." ~ B: "I’m sure he’ll be only too willing to help you with the project."
A. Do I have to hand it in now?
B. Shall I ask him out?
C. Do you think I should ask Andy?
D. Will he be in charge of that?
Question 28: ~ A: "Were you told to get dinner ready?" ~ B: "................"
A. No, I did it of my own accord.
B. No, Mum did it on her own.
C. Yes, we were served with champagne and canapés. D. Yes, we'll eat out tonight.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct

answer to each of the questions from 29 to 35.
Although noise, commonly defined as unwanted sound, is a widely recognized form of pollution, it is very
difficult to measure because the discomfort experienced by different individuals is highly subjective and, therefore,
variable. Exposure to lower levels of noise may be slightly irritating, whereas exposure to higher levels may
actually cause hearing loss. Particularly in congested urban areas, the noise produced as a byproduct of our
advancing technology causes physical and psychological harm but it also detracts from the quality of life for those
exposed to it.
Unlike the eyes, which can be covered by the eyelids against strong light, the ear has no lid, and is, therefore,
always open and vulnerable; noise penetrates without protection.
Noise causes effects that the hearer cannot control and to which the body never becomes accustomed. Loud noises
instinctively signal danger to any organism with a hearing mechanism, including human beings. In response,
heartbeat and respiration accelerate, blood vessels constrict, the skin pales, and muscles tense. In fact, there is a
general increase in functioning brought about by the flow of adrenaline released in response to fear, and some of
theseresponses persist even longer than the noise, occasionally as long as thirty minutes after the sound has ceased.
Because noise is unavoidable in a complex, industrial society, we are constantly responding in the same ways that
we would respond to danger. Recently, researchers have concluded that noise and our response may be much more
than an annoyance. It may be a serious threat to physical and psychological health and well-being, causing damage
not only to the ear and brain but also to the heart and stomach. We have long known that hearing loss is America’s
number one nonfatal health problem, but now we are learning that some of us with heart disease and ulcers may be
victims of noise. Investigate on human subjects have demonstrated that babies are affected by noise even before
they are born. Fetuses exposed to noise tend to be overactive, they cry easily, and they are more sensitive to
gastrointestinal problems after birth. In addition, the psychological effect of noise is very important. Nervousness,
irritability, tension, and anxiety increase, affecting the quality of rest during sleep, and the efficiency of activities
during waking hours, as well as the way that we interact with one another.
Question 29: It can be inferred from this passage that the eye......
A. is damaged by noise
B. enjoys greater protection than the ear
C. increases functions
D. responds to fear
Question 30: With which of the following statements would the author most probably agree?

A. Noise is a complex problem
B. Noise is America’s number-one problem.
C. Noise is an unavoidable problem in an industrial society. D. Noise is not a serious problem today.
Question 31: Which of the following is closest in meaning to accelerate?
A. rise
B. increase
C. swell
D. cease
Question 32: Which of the following is the author’s main point?
A. The ear is not like the eye.
B. Hearing loss is America’s number one nonfatal health problem.
C. Noise may pose a serious threat to our physical and psychological health.
D. Loud noises signal danger.
Question 33: The word “congested” in paragraph 1 could best be replaced by......
A. crowded
B. rushed
C. distant
D. polluted
Question 34: Why is noise difficult to measure?
A. It is unwanted.
B. People become accustomed to it.
C. It causes hearing loss.
D. All people do not respond to it in the same way.
Question 35: According to the passage, people respond to loud noises in the same way that they respond to......
A. danger
B. disease
C. annoyance
D. damage
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions.

Question 36: It may be raining, but I’m......enjoying myself.
A. highly
B. thoroughly
C. extremely
D. desperately
Question 37: I......doubt whether he will actually carry out his threats.
A. absolutely
B. deeply
C. highly
D. seriously
Question 38: I’m sorry about all the......things I said to you.
A. hostile
B. abrupt
C. nasty
D. short
Question 39: He is......by many people for the money he has helped raise for charity.
A. regarded
B. considered
C. admired
D. approved
Question 40: After thirty-five years in the English department, Professor Lane finally......last month.
A. retreated
B. retired
C. withdrew
D. abdicated
Question 41: Which of the following adjective-noun collocations is NOT possible?
A. A strong woman
B. A strong cheese

C. A strong exam
D. A strong cigarette
Question 42: I really enjoy my new English class, we discuss......really interesting topics like music, pop stars
and fashion!
A. at
B. about
C. Ø
D. to
Question 43: Is there anything......you’d like me to do?
A. more
B. again
C. still
D. else
Question 44: He just turned away when I asked him.......he meant?
A. Which do you think B. What do you think
C. What you think
D. How do you think
Question 45:We......at about seven o’clock this morning and we eventually arrived at half past four.
A. set to
B. set up
C. set in
D. set out
Question 46: She was very....and told me quite simply that she didn’t like me.
A. sincere
B.. genuine
C. open
D. blunt
Question 47: I.....hope there won’t be a repetition of these unfortunate events.
A. deeply
B. sincerely

C. strongly
D. thoroughly
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in
each of the following questions.
Question 48: American manufacturers depend on ocean shipping for most of trade with other countries.
A. shipping
B. depend on
C. other
D. of trade
Question 49: During the Middle Ages, handwriting notices kept groups of nobles informed of important events.
A. kept
B. During
C. informed
D. handwriting
Question 50: As every other nation, the United States used to define its unit of currency, the dollars, in terms of
the gold standard.
A. used to define
B. other
C. its
D. As
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MÔN TIẾNG ANH ~ MÃ ĐỀ 297

Thời gian: 60 phút - không tính thời gian giao đề
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 each of the following questions.
Question 1:A. abdomen B. accomplish
C. establish
D. abolish
Question 2:A. historical B. phenomenon
C. entertain
D. librarian
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 in each of the following questions.
Question 3:A. allow
B. hollow
C. follow
D. yellow
Question 4:A. hatred
B. sacred
C. naked
D. knocked
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the
underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 5: Most swamps here abound in crocodiles.
A. are filled with
B. run out of
C. are covered with
D. have in large numbers
Question 6: We failed to lay eyes on a tiger during our expedition, let alone film one.
A. see for the first time B. take a look at
C. glimpse at
D. glance at

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of
sentences in the following questions.
Question 7: They finished one project. They started working on the next.
A. Only if they had finished one project did they start, working on the next.
B. Hardly had they finished one project when they started working on the next.
C. Had they finished one project, they would have started working on the next.
D. Not until did they start working on the next project then they finished one.
Question 8: The proposal seemed like a good idea. The manager refused it.
A. The manager refused the proposal though it seemed like a good idea.
B. The proposal didn’t seem like a good idea, so the manager didn’t accept it.
C. The manager didn’t like to proposal because it didn't seem a good idea.
D. Since the proposal seemed like a good idea, the manager refused it.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 9: Many European countries refused to compete in the 2018 World Cup in Russia.
A. obtained
B. accepted
C. agreed
D. denied
Question 10: Bill's wife is a terrible snob. She almost looks down on all his friends because they speak pidgin
English.
A. shows sympathy to
B. gives a hand to
C. holds in high esteem
D. is on good terms with
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
answer to each of the questions from 11 to 17.
Although noise, commonly defined as unwanted sound, is a widely recognized form of pollution, it is very
difficult to measure because the discomfort experienced by different individuals is highly subjective and, therefore,
variable. Exposure to lower levels of noise may be slightly irritating, whereas exposure to higher levels may

actually cause hearing loss. Particularly in congested urban areas, the noise produced as a byproduct of our
advancing technology causes physical and psychological harm but it also detracts from the quality of life for those
exposed to it.
Unlike the eyes, which can be covered by the eyelids against strong light, the ear has no lid, and is, therefore,
always open and vulnerable; noise penetrates without protection.
Noise causes effects that the hearer cannot control and to which the body never becomes accustomed. Loud noises
instinctively signal danger to any organism with a hearing mechanism, including human beings. In response,
heartbeat and respiration accelerate, blood vessels constrict, the skin pales, and muscles tense. In fact, there is a
general increase in functioning brought about by the flow of adrenaline released in response to fear, and some of
theseresponses persist even longer than the noise, occasionally as long as thirty minutes after the sound has ceased.
Because noise is unavoidable in a complex, industrial society, we are constantly responding in the same ways that
we would respond to danger. Recently, researchers have concluded that noise and our response may be much more
than an annoyance. It may be a serious threat to physical and psychological health and well-being, causing damage
not only to the ear and brain but also to the heart and stomach. We have long known that hearing loss is America’s
number one nonfatal health problem, but now we are learning that some of us with heart disease and ulcers may be


victims of noise. Investigate on human subjects have demonstrated that babies are affected by noise even before
they are born. Fetuses exposed to noise tend to be overactive, they cry easily, and they are more sensitive to
gastrointestinal problems after birth. In addition, the psychological effect of noise is very important. Nervousness,
irritability, tension, and anxiety increase, affecting the quality of rest during sleep, and the efficiency of activities
during waking hours, as well as the way that we interact with one another.
Question 11: According to the passage, people respond to loud noises in the same way that they respond to......
A. annoyance
B. disease
C. danger
D. damage
Question 12: Why is noise difficult to measure?
A. It causes hearing loss.
B. People become accustomed to it.

C. It is unwanted.
D. All people do not respond to it in the same way.
Question 13: It can be inferred from this passage that the eye......
A. enjoys greater protection than the ear
B. responds to fear
C. increases functions
D. is damaged by noise
Question 14: Which of the following is the author’s main point?
A. Noise may pose a serious threat to our physical and psychological health.
B. The ear is not like the eye.
C. Hearing loss is America’s number one nonfatal health problem.
D. Loud noises signal danger.
Question 15: Which of the following is closest in meaning to accelerate?
A. increase
B. cease
C. rise
D. swell
Question 16: The word “congested” in paragraph 1 could best be replaced by......
A. rushed
B. crowded
C. polluted
D. distant
Question 17: With which of the following statements would the author most probably agree?
A. Noise is not a serious problem today.
B. Noise is an unavoidable problem in an industrial society.
C. Noise is America’s number-one problem.
D. Noise is a complex problem
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best completes each of the
following exchanges.
Question 18: ~ A: "Were you told to get dinner ready?" ~ B: "................"

A. No, I did it of my own accord.
B. No, Mum did it on her own.
C. Yes, we'll eat out tonight.
D. Yes, we were served with champagne and canapés.
Question 19: ~ A: "............." ~ B: "I’m sure he’ll be only too willing to help you with the project."
A. Shall I ask him out?
B. Do you think I should ask Andy?
C. Will he be in charge of that?
D. Do I have to hand it in now?
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
answer to each of the questions from 20 to 26.
Overeating and obesity have become a source of concern for millions of Americans. Encouraged by an endless
variety of fast foods, convenience stores on every corner, and hectic schedules that do not allow time for relaxed
eating, people tend to grab whatever is handy. As one busy office worker put it, "If it’s hot, it’s fast, and it’s there,
I’ll eat it.I’ll worry about the calorics tomorrow.”
Restaurant owners have been caught up in the bigger-is-better frenzy. Many restaurants now routinely offer huge
portions; and supply doggie bags to their customers. Customers like large plates heaped with food - it makes them
feel well-fed and able to enjoy the luxury of ordering, eating, and paying for as much food as they can possibly
handle.It also makes them feel thrifty and smart - almost as if they’re outsmarting the restaurant owner. “When I
walk out of a restaurant with a full stomach and a bulging doggie bag, I feel like I’ve gotten two or three meals for
the price of one,” said Jack Burlin, a truck driver from Kentucky,who often stops at roadside diners for a meal. Lots
of places advertise all-you-can-eat specials full of starches, preservatives, fats, and sugars. The Average American
diet includes 20 teaspoons of sugar per day - mostly from soft drinks and prepared foods.
Unfortunately, Americans are paying a high price for their bad eating habits. Obesity is a growing problem in
American society today. Recent research claims that over 60% of Americans are overweight. Hundreds of books,
magazines, TV programs, and self-help groups are devoted to educating people about nutrition. Helping Americans
eat wisely and manage their weight is now a multi-million dollar industry.
Question 20: What do restaurants put into a doggie bag?
A. dogfood
B. a plate

C. the main part of the meal
D. left-over food to take
home
Question 21: The word “thrifty” in paragraph 2 means......
A. careful about spending money.
B. clever.
C. willing to spend a lot of money.
D. generous.
Question 22: What do customers get in all-you-can-eat specials?


A. soft drinks
B. preservatives
C. large amounts of food
D. starches
Question 23: The author seems to feel that......
A. people are making too much money from running self-help groups.
B. weight problems are not a serious matter.
C. many Americans do not realize that obesity canl ead to health problems.
D. people spend too much money in fast-food restaurants.
Question 24: From this passage,we can understand that......
A. there are magazines about healthy eating in roadside diners.
B. it is cheaper to eat out than to prepare meals at home.
C. restaurant owners are not well-informed abou tnutrition.
D. Americans are eating fewer home-cooked meals.
Question 25: According to the passage, customers enjoy being served huge portions because they......
A. believe they are getting good value for their money.
B. want to share their food with their friends.
C. have always been wellfed.
D. want to show that they can afford a large amount of food.

Question 26: According to the passage, many Americans......
A. plan their workday to include a lunch break.
B. are paying more attention to what they eat.
C. are becoming overweight because they don’t eat sensibly.
D. don’t mind paying high prices for big portions in restaurants.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 27 to 32.
THE NEGATIVE EFFECTS OF TECHNOLOGY
Modern technology, in all its various forms, has changed the way we live our lives, but unfortunately, this has not
always been ...(27)... the better. A number of things we used to value highly are gradually disappearing or have
disappeared altogether. ...(28)... punctuality, for example: before mobile phones, people had to ...(29)... their
appointments and get to meetings on time. Now, it seems, it is perfectly acceptable to send a text five minutes
before you are ...(30)... to meet, telling your friend or colleague not to expect you for another half an hour or so.
The Internet, too, has had a negative effect ...(31)... our manners. Rudeness seems to be the language of debate on
any site which invites users togive their opinions. Anonymity makes it easier for people to insult anyone that has
views which are different from their own. They lose all ...(32)... of politeness and restraint, safe in the knowledge
that they will never be identified.
[Adapted from: READY FOR FIRST, Workbook, Roy Norris, 2013]

Question 27:A. for
B. much
C. so
D. to
Question 28:A. Put
B. Be
C. Make
D. Take
Question 29:A. carry
B. keep
C. make

D. set
Question 30:A. due
B. earger
C. asked
D. willing
Question 31:A. to
B. in
C. at
D. on
Question 32:A. symbols B. hints
C. sense
D. signs
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in
each of the following questions.
Question 33: American manufacturers depend on ocean shipping for most of trade with other countries.
A. of trade
B. other
C. shipping
D. depend on
Question 34: During the Middle Ages, handwriting notices kept groups of nobles informed of important events.
A. kept
B. handwriting
C. During
D. informed
Question 35: As every other nation, the United States used to define its unit of currency, the dollars, in terms of
the gold standard.
A. used to define
B. its
C. As
D. other

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each
of the following questions.
Question 36: First impression on university life varies from student to student.
A. Each student has his/her own first impression on university life.
B. Students hold different viewpoints on university life.
C. No two students share the same experience at the university.
D. University life makes the students vary in impression.
Question 37: Wouldn’t it be better to let them know about the alterations to the plan?
A. We’d better ask them to change the plan, hadn’t we?


B. Don’t you think they should be informed about the changes in the plan?
C. Why haven’t they been informed about the new developments?
D. Shouldn’t they have been consulted before the scheme was changed?
Question 38: We had planned to walk right round the lake, but the heavy rain made this impossible.
A. We would have walked right round the lake even ifit had rained heavily.
B. The heavy rain nearly prevented us from walking right round the lake.
C. In spite of the heavy rain we managed to walk half way round the lake as planned.
D. If it hadn’t rained so heavily, we would have walked right round the lake.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions.
Question 39: I......doubt whether he will actually carry out his threats.
A. absolutely
B. deeply
C. highly
D. seriously
Question 40:We......at about seven o’clock this morning and we eventually arrived at half past four.
A. set to
B. set in
C. set up

D. set out
Question 41: She was very....and told me quite simply that she didn’t like me.
A. open
B.. genuine
C. blunt
D. sincere
Question 42: Is there anything......you’d like me to do?
A. more
B. else
C. still
D. again
Question 43: It may be raining, but I’m......enjoying myself.
A. thoroughly
B. extremely
C. highly
D. desperately
Question 44: He is......by many people for the money he has helped raise for charity.
A. regarded
B. approved
C. admired
D. considered
Question 45: I’m sorry about all the......things I said to you.
A. short
B. nasty
C. hostile
D. abrupt
Question 46: I.....hope there won’t be a repetition of these unfortunate events.
A. deeply
B. strongly
C. sincerely

D. thoroughly
Question 47: I really enjoy my new English class, we discuss......really interesting topics like music, pop stars
and fashion!
A. at
B. about
C. Ø
D. to
Question 48: He just turned away when I asked him.......he meant?
A. How do you think B. Which do you think
C. What you think
D. What do you think
Question 49: After thirty-five years in the English department, Professor Lane finally......last month.
A. withdrew
B. abdicated
C. retreated
D. retired
Question 50: Which of the following adjective-noun collocations is NOT possible?
A. A strong cheese
B. A strong cigarette
C. A strong exam
D. A strong woman
The End


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ÔN THI TỐT NGHIỆP TRUNG HỌC PHỔ THÔNG
NĂM HỌC 2017- 2018

MÔN TIẾNG ANH ~ MÃ ĐỀ 888
Thời gian: 60 phút - không tính thời gian giao đề
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 each of the following questions.
Question 1:A. entertain B. librarian
C. phenomenon
D. historical
Question 2:A. establish B. abolish
C. accomplish
D. abdomen
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 in each of the following questions.
Question 3:A. yellow
B. hollow
C. allow
D. follow
Question 4:A. hatred
B. naked
C. knocked
D. sacred
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in
each of the following questions.
Question 5: American manufacturers depend on ocean shipping for most of trade with other countries.
A. shipping
B. of trade
C. depend on
D. other
Question 6: During the Middle Ages, handwriting notices kept groups of nobles informed of important events.
A. During
B. informed

C. kept
D. handwriting
Question 7: As every other nation, the United States used to define its unit of currency, the dollars, in terms of
the gold standard.
A. used to define
B. other
C. its
D. As
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
answer to each of the questions from 08 to 14.
Overeating and obesity have become a source of concern for millions of Americans. Encouraged by an endless
variety of fast foods, convenience stores on every corner, and hectic schedules that do not allow time for relaxed
eating, people tend to grab whatever is handy. As one busy office worker put it, "If it’s hot, it’s fast, and it’s there,
I’ll eat it.I’ll worry about the calorics tomorrow.”
Restaurant owners have been caught up in the bigger-is-better frenzy. Many restaurants now routinely offer huge
portions; and supply doggie bags to their customers. Customers like large plates heaped with food - it makes them
feel well-fed and able to enjoy the luxury of ordering, eating, and paying for as much food as they can possibly
handle.It also makes them feel thrifty and smart - almost as if they’re outsmarting the restaurant owner. “When I
walk out of a restaurant with a full stomach and a bulging doggie bag, I feel like I’ve gotten two or three meals for
the price of one,” said Jack Burlin, a truck driver from Kentucky,who often stops at roadside diners for a meal. Lots
of places advertise all-you-can-eat specials full of starches, preservatives, fats, and sugars. The Average American
diet includes 20 teaspoons of sugar per day - mostly from soft drinks and prepared foods.
Unfortunately, Americans are paying a high price for their bad eating habits. Obesity is a growing problem in
American society today. Recent research claims that over 60% of Americans are overweight. Hundreds of books,
magazines, TV programs, and self-help groups are devoted to educating people about nutrition. Helping Americans
eat wisely and manage their weight is now a multi-million dollar industry.
Question 8: From this passage,we can understand that......
A. it is cheaper to eat out than to prepare meals at home.
B. Americans are eating fewer home-cooked meals.
C. restaurant owners are not well-informed abou tnutrition.

D. there are magazines about healthy eating in roadside diners.
Question 9: What do restaurants put into a doggie bag?
A. the main part of the meal B. dogfood
C. left-over food to take home D. a plate
Question 10: The word “thrifty” in paragraph 2 means......
A. willing to spend a lot of money.
B. clever.
C. careful about spending money.
D. generous.
Question 11: The author seems to feel that......
A. many Americans do not realize that obesity canl ead to health problems.
B. people spend too much money in fast-food restaurants.
C. weight problems are not a serious matter.
D. people are making too much money from running self-help groups.
Question 12: What do customers get in all-you-can-eat specials?
A. soft drinks
B. large amounts of food
C. preservatives
D. starches
Question 13: According to the passage, customers enjoy being served huge portions because they......
A. want to show that they can afford a large amount of food.


B. want to share their food with their friends.
C. believe they are getting good value for their money.
D. have always been wellfed.
Question 14: According to the passage, many Americans......
A. are paying more attention to what they eat.
B. are becoming overweight because they don’t eat sensibly.
C. don’t mind paying high prices for big portions in restaurants.

D. plan their workday to include a lunch break.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of
sentences in the following questions.
Question 15: They finished one project. They started working on the next.
A. Only if they had finished one project did they start, working on the next.
B. Hardly had they finished one project when they started working on the next.
C. Had they finished one project, they would have started working on the next.
D. Not until did they start working on the next project then they finished one.
Question 16: The proposal seemed like a good idea. The manager refused it.
A. The proposal didn’t seem like a good idea, so the manager didn’t accept it.
B. The manager refused the proposal though it seemed like a good idea.
C. Since the proposal seemed like a good idea, the manager refused it.
D. The manager didn’t like to proposal because it didn't seem a good idea.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 17 to 22.
THE NEGATIVE EFFECTS OF TECHNOLOGY
Modern technology, in all its various forms, has changed the way we live our lives, but unfortunately, this has not
always been ...(17)... the better. A number of things we used to value highly are gradually disappearing or have
disappeared altogether. ...(18)... punctuality, for example: before mobile phones, people had to ...(19)... their
appointments and get to meetings on time. Now, it seems, it is perfectly acceptable to send a text five minutes
before you are ...(20)... to meet, telling your friend or colleague not to expect you for another half an hour or so.
The Internet, too, has had a negative effect ...(21)... our manners. Rudeness seems to be the language of debate on
any site which invites users togive their opinions. Anonymity makes it easier for people to insult anyone that has
views which are different from their own. They lose all ...(22)... of politeness and restraint, safe in the knowledge
that they will never be identified.
[Adapted from: READY FOR FIRST, Workbook, Roy Norris, 2013]

Question 17:A. so
B. to
C. for

D. much
Question 18:A. Make
B. Put
C. Take
D. Be
Question 19:A. keep
B. carry
C. set
D. make
Question 20:A. asked
B. willing
C. earger
D. due
Question 21:A. to
B. at
C. on
D. in
Question 22:A. hints
B. sense
C. signs
D. symbols
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions.
Question 23: He just turned away when I asked him.......he meant?
A. What you think
B. Which do you think
C. What do you think
D. How do you think
Question 24: After thirty-five years in the English department, Professor Lane finally......last month.
A. retired

B. abdicated
C. retreated
D. withdrew
Question 25: I’m sorry about all the......things I said to you.
A. nasty
B. abrupt
C. hostile
D. short
Question 26: I.....hope there won’t be a repetition of these unfortunate events.
A. deeply
B. sincerely
C. strongly
D. thoroughly
Question 27: He is......by many people for the money he has helped raise for charity.
A. considered
B. admired
C. approved
D. regarded
Question 28: I......doubt whether he will actually carry out his threats.
A. seriously
B. highly
C. deeply
D. absolutely
Question 29: She was very....and told me quite simply that she didn’t like me.
A. blunt
B. open
C. sincere
D.. genuine
Question 30: I really enjoy my new English class, we discuss......really interesting topics like music, pop stars
and fashion!

A. about
B. to
C. at
D. Ø


Question 31: Is there anything......you’d like me to do?
A. again
B. more
C. else
D. still
Question 32:We......at about seven o’clock this morning and we eventually arrived at half past four.
A. set out
B. set in
C. set to
D. set up
Question 33: It may be raining, but I’m......enjoying myself.
A. thoroughly
B. desperately
C. highly
D. extremely
Question 34: Which of the following adjective-noun collocations is NOT possible?
A. A strong cheese
B. A strong exam
C. A strong woman
D. A strong cigarette
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the
underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 35: We failed to lay eyes on a tiger during our expedition, let alone film one.
A. see for the first time B. take a look at

C. glimpse at
D. glance at
Question 36: Most swamps here abound in crocodiles.
A. run out of
B. are filled with
C. have in large numbers
D. are covered with
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
answer to each of the questions from 37 to 43.
Although noise, commonly defined as unwanted sound, is a widely recognized form of pollution, it is very
difficult to measure because the discomfort experienced by different individuals is highly subjective and, therefore,
variable. Exposure to lower levels of noise may be slightly irritating, whereas exposure to higher levels may
actually cause hearing loss. Particularly in congested urban areas, the noise produced as a byproduct of our
advancing technology causes physical and psychological harm but it also detracts from the quality of life for those
exposed to it.
Unlike the eyes, which can be covered by the eyelids against strong light, the ear has no lid, and is, therefore,
always open and vulnerable; noise penetrates without protection.
Noise causes effects that the hearer cannot control and to which the body never becomes accustomed. Loud noises
instinctively signal danger to any organism with a hearing mechanism, including human beings. In response,
heartbeat and respiration accelerate, blood vessels constrict, the skin pales, and muscles tense. In fact, there is a
general increase in functioning brought about by the flow of adrenaline released in response to fear, and some of
theseresponses persist even longer than the noise, occasionally as long as thirty minutes after the sound has ceased.
Because noise is unavoidable in a complex, industrial society, we are constantly responding in the same ways that
we would respond to danger. Recently, researchers have concluded that noise and our response may be much more
than an annoyance. It may be a serious threat to physical and psychological health and well-being, causing damage
not only to the ear and brain but also to the heart and stomach. We have long known that hearing loss is America’s
number one nonfatal health problem, but now we are learning that some of us with heart disease and ulcers may be
victims of noise. Investigate on human subjects have demonstrated that babies are affected by noise even before
they are born. Fetuses exposed to noise tend to be overactive, they cry easily, and they are more sensitive to
gastrointestinal problems after birth. In addition, the psychological effect of noise is very important. Nervousness,

irritability, tension, and anxiety increase, affecting the quality of rest during sleep, and the efficiency of activities
during waking hours, as well as the way that we interact with one another.
Question 37: Which of the following is the author’s main point?
A. Hearing loss is America’s number one nonfatal health problem.
B. The ear is not like the eye.
C. Loud noises signal danger.
D. Noise may pose a serious threat to our physical and psychological health.
Question 38: With which of the following statements would the author most probably agree?
A. Noise is an unavoidable problem in an industrial society. B. Noise is a complex problem
C. Noise is not a serious problem today.
D. Noise is America’s number-one problem.
Question 39: According to the passage, people respond to loud noises in the same way that they respond to......
A. danger
B. annoyance
C. disease
D. damage
Question 40: Why is noise difficult to measure?
A. It causes hearing loss.
B. All people do not respond to it in the same way.
C. It is unwanted.
D. People become accustomed to it.
Question 41: Which of the following is closest in meaning to accelerate?
A. cease
B. increase
C. rise
D. swell
Question 42: The word “congested” in paragraph 1 could best be replaced by......
A. polluted
B. distant
C. crowded

D. rushed
Question 43: It can be inferred from this passage that the eye......
A. is damaged by noise
B. increases functions


C. responds to fear
D. enjoys greater protection than the ear
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each
of the following questions.
Question 44: First impression on university life varies from student to student.
A. Students hold different viewpoints on university life.
B. University life makes the students vary in impression.
C. Each student has his/her own first impression on university life.
D. No two students share the same experience at the university.
Question 45: Wouldn’t it be better to let them know about the alterations to the plan?
A. We’d better ask them to change the plan, hadn’t we?
B. Why haven’t they been informed about the new developments?
C. Don’t you think they should be informed about the changes in the plan?
D. Shouldn’t they have been consulted before the scheme was changed?
Question 46: We had planned to walk right round the lake, but the heavy rain made this impossible.
A. We would have walked right round the lake even ifit had rained heavily.
B. If it hadn’t rained so heavily, we would have walked right round the lake.
C. In spite of the heavy rain we managed to walk half way round the lake as planned.
D. The heavy rain nearly prevented us from walking right round the lake.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best completes each of the
following exchanges.
Question 47: ~ A: "Were you told to get dinner ready?" ~ B: "................"
A. No, I did it of my own accord.
B. No, Mum did it on her own.

C. Yes, we were served with champagne and canapés. D. Yes, we'll eat out tonight.
Question 48: ~ A: "............." ~ B: "I’m sure he’ll be only too willing to help you with the project."
A. Shall I ask him out?
B. Do I have to hand it in now?
C. Will he be in charge of that?
D. Do you think I should ask Andy?
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 49: Bill's wife is a terrible snob. She almost looks down on all his friends because they speak pidgin
English.
A. is on good terms with
B. gives a hand to
C. shows sympathy to D. holds in high esteem
Question 50: Many European countries refused to compete in the 2018 World Cup in Russia.
A. obtained
B. denied
C. accepted
D. agreed
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