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BỘ GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO ĐỀ THI TRẮC NGHIỆM
MÔN Tiếng Anh
Thời gian làm bài: 120 phút
(100 câu trắc nghiệm)
TOEFL-MODELLED ENTRY TEST
FOR MA/SC CANDIDATES (Admission of February 2009)
There are two (2) sections in this test. They are Section 1: Structure and written expression and Section 2:
Reading Comprehension, each of which is made up of 50 questions. You should answer all the 100
questions within 120 minutes. You are not allowed to write or leave any mark on this test booklet.
SECTION 1. STRUCTURE AND WRITTEN EXPRESSION (50 questions)
Part A: DIRECTIONS. Questions 1-20 are incomplete sentences. Beneath each question you will see four words or phrases,
marked (A), (B), (C) and (D). Choose the one word or phrase that best completes the sentence. Then, on your answer sheet,
find the number of the question and fill in the space that corresponds to the letter of the answer you have chosen. Fill in the
space so that the feller inside the oval can not be seen.
Câu 1: Now they don't work ………as they used to.
A. harder B. hardest C. more hard D. as hard
Câu 2: If you don't come early, you …………Thomas.
A. couldn't meet B. don't meet C. would not meet D. will not meet
Câu 3: He can't get………. by bus.
A. used to travel B. use to traveling C. used to traveling D. use to travel
Câu 4: The boy showed me how…… a bicycle.
A. is riding B. to ride C. riding D. ride
Câu 5: If a tree is not watered, it……… die.
A. would B. has C. will D. does
Câu 6: This room is usually used ……..the company meetings.
A. by B. to C, for D, as
Câu 7: Good cars ..... in England.
A. manufacture B. is manufactured C. are manufactured D. manufactures
Câu 8: Look at the sky. I think it ………
A. rains. B. is going to rain C. raining D. rain
Câu 9: The rain was ..... .. heavy that they couldn't see things ahead.

A. very B. too C. such D. so
Câu 10: Our head teacher…… a lot of experience will help us.
A. whom has B. who has C. whose has D. which has
Câu 11: When I was in Switzerland, I went skiing ………..
A, one day B. the day C. on a day D. everyday
Câu 12: ……….. knows how to solve the problem.
A. Neither Sue nor we B. Neither I nor my friends
C. Neither my friends nor I D. Neither Bob nor Eddie
Câu 13: Have you ever ……….some advice?
A, given someone B. give anyone C. give someone D. given anyone
Câu 14: Picasso showed his true talent ……….he was very young.
A. from B. when C. during D. since
Câu 15: We don't know John, and ………..
A. neither do Miranda B. Miranda doesn't, too
C. Miranda doesn't, either. D. neither knows Miranda
Câu 16: I think country music is ……..than classical music.
A. the most interesting B. as interesting C. more interesting D. interestinger
Câu 17: Violence on American campuses has risen ……….
A. after 1970 . B. before 1970 C. in 1970 D. since 1970
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Câu 18:. Of the two photos, I like ……… better.
A. this one B. it C. these ones D. both
Câu 19: Last summer, my family spent……….. in Cornwall.
A. a four-day holiday B. four holiday C. a four-day holidays D. a four - days holiday
Câu 20: The Grand Canyon, ……..is in the States, is a natural wonder.
A. that B. it C. which D. what
Part B: DIRECTIONS. In questions 21-50 each sentence has four underlined words or phrases. The four underlined parts of
the sentence are marked (A), (B), (C) and (D). Identify the one underlined word or phrase that must be changed in order for
the sentence to be correct. Then, on your answer sheet, find the number of the question and fill in the space that corresponds
to the letter of the answer you have chosen. Fill in the space so· that the letter inside the oval can not be seen.

Câu 21 Although her good performance, Pat only came third.
A B C D
Câu 22: Those whom do this course will have to be here tomorrow.
A B C D
Câu 23: They wish they haven't bought that second-hand car.
A B C D
Câu 24: Most children enjoy listen to stories, especially at night.
A B C D
Câu 25: She did not remembered me though we had worked together for days.
A B C D
Câu 26: Stuart stopped watching TV because of he had to go to work.
A B C D
Câu 27: The things they are interested in are sports, music and to read.
A B C D
Câu 28: We understand that you not are able to participate in this contest.
A B C D
Câu 29: A student will obtain a degree after satisfy the university requirements.
A B C D
Câu 30: How many Western films there are in the stock?
A B C D
Câu 31: Did you lost your passport when you were on holiday?
A B C D
Câu 32: Traveling by train is not as expensive than travelling by plane.
A B C D
Câu 33: The rain was such heavy that many streets were under water.
A B C D
Câu 34: He spoke so quick that I couldn't understand what he was saying.
A B C D
Câu 35: He finish all his work quickly so that he could leave early.
A B C D

Câu 36: They came early in order have good seats.
A B C D
Câu 37: When travelling, a camel does not drinks much water.
A B C D
Câu 38: Pablo Picasso, whom painting you are watching, is a great artist.
A B C D
Câu 39: Her dress is long and my is short, not the same.
A B C D
Câu 40: I will have more entertainment if I were not so busy.
A B C D
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Câu 41: John hasn't seen that film yet, and neither have me.
A B C D
Câu 42: The black and white TV is rarely find in homes nowadays.
A B C D
Câu 43: They don't allow me use the phone for private calls.
A B C D
Câu 44: This printer used to work properly. Now it keeps stop.
A B C D
Câu 45: They are not used to travel without a map.
A B C D
Câu 46: John has gave up smoking because of his poor heath.
A B C D
Câu 47: Mary told that she would bring a bottle of wine to the party.
A B C D
Câu 48: It is dangerous driving in this wet weather.
A B C D
Câu 49. In spite having a long sleep, he did not feel any better.
A B C D
Câu 50: The study of the earth's climate are truly interesting.

A B C D
SECTION 2. READING COMPREHENSION (50 questions)
DIRECTIONS. In this section you will read a number of passages. Each one is followed by approximately 6 questions about
it. For questions 51-100, choose the one best answer, (A), (B), (C) or (D), to each question. Then, on your answer sheet, find
the number of the question and fill in the space that corresponds to the letter of the answer you have chosen. Answer all of
the questions following a passage on the basis of what is stated or implied in that passage.
Passage 1
Computers are helpful in many ways: first, they are very fast. They can work with information
much more quickly than a person. Second, computers can work with a lot of information at the same time.
Third, they can keep it for a long time. They do not forget things the way people do. Also computers are
almost always correct. They don't usually make mistakes.
These days, it is important to know something about computers. There are a number of ways to
learn. Some companies have classes at work. Also, most universities offer day and night courses in
computer science. Another way to learn is from a book. There are many books about computers in
bookstores and libraries. Or you can learn from a friend. After a few hours of practice you can work with
computers.
Câu 51: Which statement is not true about computer?
A. They can keep information long. B. They can forget things easily.
C. They can work with a lot of information. D. They can work with information quickly.
Câu 52: How often do computers make mistakes?
A. rarely B. often C. usually D. always
Câu 53: Where can you find a course in computer science?
A. everywhere B. in a university C. in a library D. in a bookstore
Câu 54: Which of the following is not mentioned as a source from which you can learn about computers?
A. books B. a producer C. a friend D. a course at work
Câu 55: Which of the following is true about learning to use computers?
A. no practice B. difficult C. hard D. easy
Câu 56: The word 'helpful' in line 1 can be explained as
A. giving help B. used C. made D. running
Câu 57: What is the best title for this passage?

A. Computers are quick and easy to learn. B. What can a computer do?
C. Computers D. How can people learn to use the computer?
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Passage 2
We use the Students' Centre a lot. The college is a long way from the centre of the town, and
having this centre means we don't have to travel into town every time we want to buy something, The shop
has food like milk, bread, eggs.,. and it also sells newspapers, There is a laundry with six washing
machines, where we can do the ironing, too. More importantly, there is a Clinic which employs a doctor
and a nurse. That's only during the day. If a student has a problem at night, there's an emergency number -
7014822. Another important thing is the Advice Centre, which is open 24 hours a day, If a student needs
someone’s help, he can come there and talk about his/ her problem.
What's nice about the Students' Centre is that it's a new building, a bright and happy place to be in.
Câu 58: Where is the college?
A. in the countryside. B. in the centre of the town.
C. near the centre of the town. D. far from the centre of the town
Câu 59: What can a student buy at the shop in the students' Centre?
A, food and newspapers. B. only milk, bread and eggs. C. only food D. everything
Câu 60: What can a student do at the laundry?
A. both washing and ironing B. ironing onlyC. buying a washing machine. D. washing
Câu 61: What can a student do if he/ she has a health problem at night?
A. calling a nurse. B. calling the doctor.
C. coming to the clinic D. using an emergency phone number.
Câu 62: When can a student come to the Advice Centre?
A. at any time he likes B. during the day. C. at night D. at certain opening hours.
Câu 63: What can a student do at the Advice Centre? ..
A. relaxing. B. talking about his problem C. watching a film D. listening to advice.
Câu 64: What does the word “it” in line 3 refer to?
A. bread B. milk C. the shop D. eggs
Câu 65: What does the word 'there' in line 9 refer to?
A. Laundry B. Advice Centre C. Clinic D. Shop

Câu 66: How often do the students use the Students' Centre?
A. Rarely B. Not often C. Sometimes D. a lot
Passage 3
Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland. There are many interesting things for you to see there. It may
take 2 or 3 days to have a look around the city.
First is the zoo, which is open between 9a.m and 6p.m, 365 days a year. The zoo is only 15
minutes' drive from the city centre.
Second is the historical Duddy Church which is open to visitors every weekday. Tea will be served
in this twelfth century church in the afternoon.
One of the best ways to see this beautiful city is to join a coach tour. The tours cover all parts of
the city and leave from Waverly Bridge every hour, You will be surprised how much you can see in one
day.
If the weather is clear. Visit Camera Obscure, which is open every day. Here you can look out on
beautiful views of Edinburgh.
Câu 67: How long does it take to go sightseeing in Edinburgh?
A. one week. B. four days. C. six days. D. about two days.
Câu 68: When does the zoo open?
A. 24 hours a day B. every day of the year
C. only at weekends D. only on weekdays.
Câu 69: How far is it from the city centre to the zoo?
A. fifty minutes by car. B. fifteen minutes by car
C. fifteen minutes walking D. fifty minutes walking
Câu 70: , When is Duddy Church open?
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A. only at the weekend B. in the afternoon C. 5 days a week D. 7 days a week
Câu 71: When was the church built?
A. 1400s B. in the 1100s C. 1300s D. 1200s
Câu 72: What is one of the best ways to see the city?
A. join a coach tour B. by taxi C. go in a group D. by coach
Câu 73: Which of the following is not true about the coach tour? ,

A, It leaves every hour . B. It stops at Waverly Bridge on the way
C. It is one of the best ways to see the city D. It covers all parts of the city
Câu 74: Where should you visit if you want to look out on beautiful views of Edinburgh?
A Camera Obscure B. Duddy Church C. Waverly Bridge D. Regional Transport
Passage 4
One of the most famous Russion composers of the nineteenth century, Peter Illich Tchaikovsky, was born
on May 7, 1840. Tchaikovsky studied music as a child and later studied composition at the St.Petersburg
Conservatory. His greatest period of productivity was between 1876 and 1890. During that time
Tchaikovsky created the music for which he is most famous, including the music for the ballets of Swam
Lake and The Sleeping Beauty. Tchaikovsky’s music, well known for its rich melody, was one of the first
that brought serious music to dance. Before this, little attention had been given to the music of the dance.
Tchaikovsky died on November 6, 1893.
Câu 75: When was Tchaikovsky born?
A. in the late 18
th
century B. in the mid 18
th
century
C. in the late 19
th
century D. in the mid 19
th
century
Câu 76: When did he start to study music?
A. in 1890 B. in 1876 C. as a child D. between 1876 and 1890
Câu 77: What time does “during that time” in line 4 refer to?
A. Between 1876 and 1890 B. in 1976 C. in 1890 D. in 1840
Câu 78: “Swan Lake” and “The Sleeping Beauty” are
A. ballets B. music C. plays D. songs
Câu 79: For what is Tchaikovsky’s music well known?

A. its serious music B. its rich melody C. its ballet-like quality D. its length
Câu 80: How much attention had been given to the music of the dance before Tchaikovsky’s time?
A. none B. little C. a lot D. some
Câu 81; When did Tchaikovsky die?
A. in November 1840 B. in May 1840 C. in May 1893 D. in November 1893
Câu 82: What does the word “which” refer to?
A. ballets B. music C. period D. time
Câu 83: Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage?
A. Tchaikovsky’s home country B. Tchaikovsky’s study of music
C. Tchaikovsky’s music D. Tchaikovsky’s unhappiness
Câu 84: What is the topic of the passage?
A. Music for ballets B. The Swan Lake and The Sleeping Beauty
C. Tchaikovsky and his music D. the cause of Tchaikovsky’s death
Passage 5
Emilio grew up on a farm in Argentina. He left school at the age of fourteen, and started working
on the farm. He enjoyed the simple village life and when his fatehr died, Emilio took over the farm. All his
life Emilio has lived in the old farmhouse where he was born. So his seventy-year life has changed very
little. When he was 22, he married Pilar, a girl from the next village, and they have been happily married
ever since. Two years ago they celebrated their golden wedding anniversary. Everybody was there,
including Emilio and Pilar’s six children and their fifteen grandchildren.
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