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READING

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 6 to 10.

By adopting a few simple techniques, parents who read to their children can considerably increase
their children's language development. It is surprising, but true. How parents talk to their children makes
a big difference in the children's language development. If a parent encourages the child to actively
respond to what the parent is reading, the child's language skills increase.

A study was done with two or three-year-old children and their parents. Half of the thirty children

participants were in the experimental study; the other half acted as the control group. In the experimental
group, the parents were given a two-hour training session in which they were taught to ask open-ended
questions rather than yes-no questions. For example, the parent should ask, "What is the doggy doing?"
rather than, "Is the doggy running away?" Experimental parents were also instructed how to expand on
their children's answer, how to suggest alternative possibilities, and how to praise correct answers.
At the beginning of the study, the children did not differ on levels of language development, but at the
end of one month, the children in the experimental group were 5.5 months ahead of the control group on a
test of verbal expression and vocabulary. Nine months later, the children in the experimental group still
showed an advance of 6 months over the children in the control group.

Question 6: Parents can give great help to their children's language development by _____ them.
A. adopting B. responding to C. experimenting D. reading to
Question 7: What does the word "they" in the second paragraph refer to?

A. Participants. B. Questions. C. Children. D. Parents.

Question 8: During the training session, experimental parents were taught to _____.
A. study many experiments B. use yes-no questions

C. give correct answers D. ask open-ended questions

Question 9: What was the major difference between the control group and the experimental one in the
study?

A. The training that parents received. B. The books that were read.
C. The age of the children. D. The number of participants.
Question 10: What conclusion can be drawn from this passage?

A. Children who read actively always act six months earlier than those who don't.
B. Children's language skills increase when they are required to respond actively.
C. Two or three-year-old children can be taught to read actively.

D. The more children read, the more intelligent they become.

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
word for each of the blanks from 46 to 50.

It can be shown in facts and figures that cycling is the cheapest, most convenient, and most

environmentally desirable form of transport (46)______ towns, but such cold calculations do not mean much
on a frosty winter morning. The real appeal of cycling is that it is so (47)______. It has none of the difficulties
and tensions of other ways of travelling so you are more cheerful after a ride, even through the rush hour.
The first thing a non-cyclist says to you is: "But isn't it (48)______ dangerous?" It would be foolish to deny
the danger of sharing the road with motor vehicles and it must be admitted that there are an alarming

(49)______ of accidents involving cyclists. However, although police records (50)______ that the car driver is
often to blame, the answer lies with the cyclist. It is possible to ride in such a way as to reduce risks to a
minimum.

Question 46: A. to B. at C. in D. on

Question 47: A. boring B. careful C. enjoyable D. excited 
Question 48: A. expectedly B. strangely C. comfortably D. terribly

Question 49: A. number B. deal C. size D. digit

Question 50: A. point B. exhibit C. indicate D. display 
2008

Đọc kỹ đoạn văn sau và chọn phương án đúng (ứng với A hoặc B, C, D) cho mỗi chỗ trống từ 31
đến 35.

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because it doesn’t need any fuel. In fact, it costs practically nothing after you’ve bought it. It also helps
keep you fit because you get exercise when you ride it. Another good thing (32)______ a

bicycle is that it doesn’t pollute the air. If everyone rode bicycles instead of driving cars, we wouldn’t
be using up the world’s oil so quickly.

While the bicycle has these advantages, it has some disadvantages too. It is convenient only for
relatively short journeys, (33)______ you can travel quite a long way in comfort in a car. Another
problem is that the cyclist is not protected from the weather and gets wet when it rains.

Cycling isn’t very nice in heavy traffic (34)______. The best place for a bike ride is a quiet
country lane. Main roads and city streets are often so busy that it needs some courage to (35)______ a
bike on them.

Câu 31: A. communication B. transport C. entertainment D. delivery

Câu 32: A. off B. over C. about D. in

Câu 33: A. when B. whereas C. wherever D. whenever

Câu 34: A. too B. also C. either D. neither

Câu 35: A. ride B. operate C. run D. go

Đọc kỹ đoạn văn sau và chọn phương án đúng (ứng với A hoặc B, C, D) cho mỗi câu từ 41 đến 45.
People usually sing because they like music or because they feel happy. They express their
happiness by singing. When a bird sings, however, its song usually means much more than that the
bird is happy. Birds have many reasons for singing. They sing to give information. Their songs are
their language.

The most beautiful songs are sung by male birds. They sing when they want to attract a female
bird. It is their way of saying that they are looking for a wife.

Birds also sing to tell other birds to keep away. To a bird, his tree or even a branch of a tree is his
home. He does not want strangers to come near him, so he sings to warn them.

If a bird cannot sing well, he usually has some other means of giving important information. Some
birds dance, spread out their tails or make other signs.

Câu 41: People sing because ______.

A. they feel happy B. they know many songs

C. they are good at singing D. they want to tell a story
Câu 42: What is one of the main reasons why birds sing?

A. They can sing many songs. B. They are sad.

C. They want to give information. D. They are in a bad temper.
Câu 43: Which birds sing the most beautiful songs?

A. Male birds B. Female birds which attract male birds
C. Female birds D. Young birds which attract male birds
Câu 44: According to the passage, a bird sings ______.

A. to stop sadness B. to warn about the approach of people
C. to tell other birds to come quickly D. to tell strangers to keep away

Câu 45: Most birds usually ______ if they cannot sing well.

A. give information in another way B. warn other birds to go away

C. find a wife D. fly in the sky

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Câu 1: A. come B. become C. make D. take

Câu 2: A. poor B. rich C. valuable D. valueless

Câu 3: A. what B. where C. there D. which

Câu 4: A. yards B. rooms C. countries D. spaces

Câu 5: A. survive B. miss C. appear D. leave

Đọc kỹ đoạn văn sau và chọn phương án đúng (ứng với A hoặc B, C, D) cho mỗi câu từ 11 đến 15.

The year at an American college is divided into two semesters or three quarters. A semester includes

15 weeks; a quarter includes 10 weeks. American college students usually go to school from September to
May. They can also study during the summer.

Students choose their classes a few weeks before the start of each term. Universities and colleges offer
a great many classes in the students’ main areas of study and in other areas as well. Students must take both.
These include science, math, computer, history and English. Other classes such as dance, theater, or sports
may be just for fun. Tests are usually given in the middle of the term and at the end. The final exam is
extremely important. In some classes, the professor asks the students to write a research paper or complete a
certain task instead of taking a test.

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Câu 11: Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage? 
A. American college students never study during the summer. 
B. The year at an American college usually starts in September.

C. The year at an American college is divided into two semesters or three quarters. 
D. There are 15 weeks in each semester and 10 weeks in each quarter.

Câu 12: American college students choose their classes ______.

A. in the first week of each term B. at the end of each term 
C. at any time during the term D. before the start of each term 
Câu 13: Which of the following courses is NOT mentioned in the passage?

A. Science. B. Dance. C. History. D. Medicine.

Câu 14: Usually, an American college student takes ______ tests in a term.

A. five B. three C. two D. four

Câu 15: The final exam is ______.

A. just for fun B. less important C. very important D. not important

Đọc kỹ đoạn văn sau và chọn phương án đúng (ứng với A hoặc B, C, D) cho mỗi câu từ 1 đến 5.
A combination of water, salt, air pollution, sun, sand, and wind is destroying the huge statue just
outside Cairo. This five-thousand-year-old statue, which has the body of a lion and the face of a

human being, is too badly damaged to be completely saved. First, there is not a good drainage system
around the statue and too much water has been running into the stone statue for several years. As a
result, tiny pieces of salt have been left on the stone and have damaged it. Second, air pollution from
the increasing amount of traffic in Cairo is also destroying the ancient statue. The air is so full of
poisonous gases that it is damaging the statue even faster. Third, the statue is being destroyed by
extremes of temperature. The air is very cold at night, but during the day the stone of the statue
becomes very hot under the strong sunlight. Other natural forces such as severe sandstorms attack the
statue as well. Finally, the tourists who visit the statue every day also cause a lot of damage to it.

Câu 1: Which of the following is NOT true about the statue?

A. It is in the centre of Cairo. B. It is badly damaged.

C. It is very big. D. Part of it looks like a person.

Câu 2: According to the passage, the statue was built ______.

A. 500 years ago B. 5,000 years ago C. in the 5th century D. in the 10th century

Câu 3: All of the following are mentioned as causes of damage to the statue EXCEPT ______.

A. tourists B. fires C. temperature D. air pollution

Câu 4: The word “ancient” in the passage mostly means ______.

A. beautiful B. very old C. very big D. modern

Câu 5: It can be inferred from the text that ______.

A. tiny pieces of salt have been put on the statue to prevent damage
B. there is little damage to the statue

C. human beings as well as nature cause much damage to the statue
D. the statue was built for entertainment many years ago

Đọc kỹ đoạn văn sau và chọn phương án đúng (ứng với A hoặc B, C, D) cho mỗi chỗ trống từ 11
đến 15.

There are a lot of things you should follow to be a welcome guest in America. When you are
(11)______ to have dinner at your friend’s house, it’s necessary to bring a small present. Flowers are
always nice; or you may bring a bottle of (12)______ if you know that your friend likes drinking.
You are expected to arrive for dinner on time or just a few minutes late. Don’t get there early.
If you are going to be more than fifteen minutes late, you should call and tell them.

Try to relax and enjoy yourself at the dinner table. If you don’t know about choosing the
(13)______ fork or knife, just watch the other people, and follow them. If you still have no idea of
(14)______ to do, ask the person next to you.

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idea to send a (15)______ note the day after.

Câu 11: A. invited B. forced C. made D. demanded

Câu 12: A. Coke B. juice C. lemonade D. wine

Câu 13: A. right B. big C. main D. new

Câu 14: A. which B. where C. why D. what

Câu 15: A. message B. thank-you C. welcome D. goodbye

Đọc kỹ đoạn văn sau và chọn phương án đúng (ứng với A hoặc B, C, D) cho mỗi chỗ trống từ 1 đến 5. 
Many parents are worried about the bad effects of television, especially those on their children. Firstly,
there are a lot of violent films which may lead (1)______ crimes. Secondly, advertising is not always good
(2)______ children. They see so many advertisements for sweets, ice creams, and toys; and these
advertisements make them (3)______ to go and buy unnecessary things at once. Thirdly, sitting in front of a
television set for a long time is bad for their eyes. About one third of children wear glasses. (4)______,
watching television is not creative. It is very important for children to do something creative and athletic,
(5)______ playing some musical instrument, painting pictures, or playing football.

Câu 1: A. in B. to C. on D. for

Câu 2: A. of B. for C. about D. at

Câu 3: A. wanted B. wanting C. want D. to want

Câu 4: A. Whatever B. However C. Finally D. Nevertheless 
Câu 5: A. so as B. such that C. such as D. so as to

Đọc kỹ đoạn văn sau và chọn phương án đúng (ứng với A hoặc B, C, D) cho mỗi câu từ 11 đến 15.
Thomas Edison was born in Milan, Ohio, in 1847. His family moved to Port Huron, Michigan,
when he was seven years old. Surprisingly, he attended school for only two months. His mother, a former
teacher, taught him a few things, but Thomas was mostly self-educated. His natural curiosity led him to
start experimenting at a young age.

Thomas Edison lit up the world with his invention of the electric light. Although the electric light
was the most useful, it was not his only invention. He also invented the record player, the motion picture
camera, and over 1,200 other things. About every two weeks he created something new. He worked 16
out of every 24 hours. Sometimes he worked so intensely that his wife had to remind him to sleep and eat.
Thomas Edison died in 1931, in West Orange, New Jersey. He left numerous inventions that improved
the quality of life all over the world.

Câu 11: Thomas Edison was ______.

A. an inventor B. an explorer C. a discoverer D. a

teacher

Câu 12: In 1854 Edison’s family ______.

A. decided to settle in Milan, Ohio B. moved to Port Huron, Michigan
C. sent him to a school in New Jersey D. bought a new house in Milan, Ohio
Câu 13: The word “self-educated” in the passage mostly means ______.

A. “having had good schooling” B. “having been well taught”
C. “having taught himself” D. “having had a high education”
Câu 14: Edison died at the age of ______.

A. 74 B. 84 C. 76 D. 47

Câu 15: Which of following statements is NOT true about Edison?
A. He made numerous inventions. B. He worked very hard.
C. He invented the motion picture camera. D. He didn’t go to school at all.

Đọc kỹ đoạn văn sau và chọn phương án đúng (ứng với A hoặc B, C, D) cho mỗi câu từ 1 đến 5.

Smoking causes lung cancer, which is the number one cancer among men. Ninety percent of the
people who get lung cancer die. Smoking is also the leading cause of mouth cancer, tongue cancer,
and throat cancer.

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Smokers not only harm themselves but also harm others. Smokers breathe smoke out into the air.
They breathe it out on their children and on their wives or husbands. Children whose parents smoke
have more breathing and lung problems than other children. Women who are married to smokers are
more likely to have lung cancer than those married to non-smokers.

We are all aware that smoking is bad. So why do people smoke?
Câu 1: The number one cancer among men is ______.

A. lung cancer B. throat cancer C. tongue cancer D. mouth cancer
Câu 2: The main cause of mouth cancer, tongue cancer and throat cancer is ______.

A. overeating B. smoking C. breathing D. drinking

Câu 3: Every year, smoking causes about one million ______.

A. early deaths B. injured men C. cancer patients D. killing diseases
Câu 4: The word “it” in the passage refers to ______.

A. air B. cancer C. smoke D. breath

Câu 5: Who are more likely to have lung cancer and lung problems?

A. People who live with non-smokers. B. People who live in the city.
C. People who live in the country. D. People who live with smokers.

Đọc kỹ đoạn văn sau và chọn phương án đúng (ứng với A hoặc B, C, D) cho mỗi chỗ trống từ 6
đến 10.

Today, supermarkets are found in almost every large city in the world. But the first supermarket
(6)______ opened only fifty years ago. It was opened in New York by a man named Michael Cullen.
A supermarket is different (7)______ other types of stores in several ways. In supermarkets, goods
are placed on open shelves. The (8)______ choose what they want and take them to the checkout
counter. This means that fewer shop assistants are needed than in other stores. The way products are
displayed is another difference between supermarkets and many other types of stores; (9)______
example, in supermarkets, there is usually a display of small inexpensive items just in front of the
checkout counter: candies, chocolates, magazines, cheap foods and so on.

Most customers (10)______ go to a supermarket buy goods from a shopping list. They know
exactly what they need to buy. They do the shopping according to a plan.

Câu 6: A. was B. were C. has been D. is

Câu 7: A. from B. with C. in D. of

Câu 8: A. managers B. assistants C. customers D. sellers

Câu 9: A. in B. of C. for D. by

Câu 10: A. who B. what C. whom D. which

2007 – 3-YEAR SYLLABUS

Đọc kỹ đoạn văn sau và chọn phương án đúng (ứng với A hoặc B, C, D) cho mỗi chỗ trống từ 31
đến 35.

The world’s first film was shown in 1895 by two French brothers. Although it only (31)______
of short, simple scenes, people loved it, and films have been popular ever since. The first films were
silent, with titles on the screen to explain the story.

Soon the public had (32)________ favourite actors and actresses and, in this way, the first film
stars appeared. In 1927, the first “talkie”, a film with sound, was shown and from then on, the public
would only accept this kind of film.

Further improvements continued, particularly in America, (33)________ most of the world’s
films were produced. With the arrival of television in the 1950s, (34) _______people went to see
films, but in recent years cinema audiences have grown again. More countries have started to
produce films that influence film making and there are currently (35)________national film
industries.

Câu 31: A. considered B. belonged C. consisted D. held

Câu 32: A. his B. our C. your D. their

Câu 33: A. where B. when C. who D. which

Câu 34: A. each B. any C. other D. fewer

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Đọc kỹ đoạn văn sau và chọn phương án đúng (ứng với A hoặc B, C, D) cho mỗi câu từ 46 đến
50.

When I was younger, I hated being the oldest child and the only girl in my family. But now that I
am older, I realize that being "Big Sister" actually has its advantages. First of all, I get special

treatment from my parents and brothers. I get my own room, and brothers have to do all the heavy

work around the house. Another benefit is that, being the oldest, I have learned to be responsible and
dependable. For example, my parents often leave my brothers in my care when they go out. I also try
my best in whatever I do in order to be a good example for my brothers. The experience I've had in
taking care of my brothers has prepared me for my own family in the future. So, even though I didn't
choose to be the oldest child and the only girl in my family, I have succeeded in making this situation
work to my best advantage.

Câu 46: The writer disliked _____ when she was younger.
A. having too many brothers in her family

B. being the oldest child and the only girl in her family
C. being the youngest child in her family

D. getting special treatment from her parents and brothers
Câu 47: “Big sister” means ______.

A. the only child B. the eldest sister C. the oldest person D. the biggest girl
Câu 48: She has to _____ when her parents go out.

A. look after her brothers B. cook every meal

C. do heavy work around the house D. lay the table for dinners
Câu 49: She has _____ in making the situation work to her best advantage.

A. liked B. failed C. succeeded D. chosen

Câu 50: When the writer grows up, she finds it is _____ to be a big sister.

A. hateful B. enjoyable C. unacceptable D. miserable
2007 – 7YEAR SYLLABUS

Every year students in many countries learn English. Some of these students are young children.
Others are teenagers. Many are adults. Some learn at school. Others study by themselves. A few learn
English just by hearing the language in films, on television, in the office or among their friends. But not
many are lucky enough to do that. Most people must work hard on their lessons to learn another language.
Many boys and girls learn English at school because it is one of their subjects. They study their own
language, mathematics and English. In England, America or Australia, many boys and girls study their
own language, which is English, mathematics and another language, perhaps French, German or Spanish.
Many adults learn English because it is useful for their work. Teenagers often learn English for their
higher studies because some of their books are in English at the college or university. Others people learn
English because they want to read newspapers or magazines in English.

Câu 3: According to the writer __________.

A. English is useful only to adults B. no children like learning English
C. only teenagers learn English D. English is learned by many generations
Câu 4: Most people learn English by __________.

A. watching videos only B. hearing the language in this office
C. talking with the film stars D. working hard on their lessons
Câu 5: Many boys and girls learn English because __________.

A. English can give them a job B. their parents make them do it
C. they have to study their own language D. it is included in their study courses
Câu 6: In America and Australia, many school children study __________.

A. their own language and no foreign language

B. such foreign languages as French, German or Spanish
C. English and mathematics only

D. English as a foreign language

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A. they want to go abroad B. it is useful for their work

C. most of their books are in English D. they want to read newspapers in English
SAVE THE EARTH!

We are all slowly (46)_______ the Earth. The seas and rivers are too dirty to swim in. There is so
much

smoke in the air that it is unhealthy to live in many of the world’s cities. In one well – known city, for
example, poisonous gases (47) _______ cars pollute the air so much that traffic policemen have to wear
oxygen masks. We have cut down (48) _______ trees that there are now vast areas of wasteland all over
the world. As a result, farmers in parts of Africa cannot grow enough (49) ________. In certain countries
in Asia there is too little rice. Moreover, we do not take enough care of the countryside. Wild animals are
quickly disappearing. For instance, tigers are rare in India now because we have killed too many for them.
However, it isn’t enough simply to talk about the problem. We must act now before it is too late to do
(50)______about it. Join us now.

Save the Earth!

Câu 46: A. destroyed B. destroying C. destroys D. destroy

Câu 47: A. by B. from C. of D. in

Câu 48: A. so much B. so few C. so little D. so many

Câu 49: A. eating B. to eat C. for eat D. to be eaten

Câu 50: A. anything B. nothing C. everything D. something

Ann Johnson has worked at this college for three years. She is a responsible employee and gets on
well with the other members of the department. We have all found her to be an excellent (6)______.
She is always on time for work. She is an extremely (7)______ staff member who is able to work
independently. I can always rely on her creative thinking. Her students often tell me how kind she is.
She is always ready to help with a smile and she is cheerful to all of them. In private, she is not very
talkative (8)______ seems rather shy. Her work is excellent, and she is determined to (9)______. She
is also quite ambitious and has applied for the position of Director of Studies. I think that you can
count (10)______ Ann to make your school a success and I recommend her for the post of Director.

Câu 6: A. employer B. adult C. student D. colleague

Câu 7: A. selfish B. reliable C. stubborn D. lazy

Câu 8: A. so B. therefore C. as D. and

Câu 9: A. use B. fail C. help D. succeed

Câu 10: A. for B. with C. to D. on

Out in the Pacific Ocean, 3,700 kilometres from Los Angeles, are the islands of Hawaii, the
fiftieth state of the United States, with its area of 16,700 square kilometres. The first Hawaiians arrived
from other Pacific islands sometime around 100 A.D. Then in 1778, Captain Cook visited Hawaii. He put
the islands on his maps of the Pacific Ocean. Then more ships knew Hawaii and began stopping there for
supplies. In 1820, a small group of people from the eastern United States came to teach the Hawaiian
people about Christianity. They started farms to grow sugar cane and pineapples. Because there were not
enough people to do all the farm work, farm owners brought in Asians – Chinese, Japanese, and

Filipinos. Later Koreans, Portuguese, and Puerto Ricans also came. More people came from the U.S.

mainland and from other Pacific islands, and Hawaii became an island with traditions from several
countries. People from the various national groups have married each other, so today the groups are
partly mixed.

Hawaiians are very friendly and always welcome visitors. They celebrate traditional Chinese,
Japanese, and Filipino holidays as well as holidays from the United States. Hawaii is known as the
Aloha State. “Aloha” means “hello”, “goodbye”, and “I love you” in Hawaiian.

Câu 16: Hawaii is _______ square kilometres in area.

A. 16,700 B. 3,700 C. 1,820 D. 2,500

Câu 17: More ships knew Hawaii through _______ and stopped there for supplies.

A. Christians B. Japanese visitors

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Câu 18: In the early 19th century, many Asians were taken to Hawaii _______.
A. to do the farm work B. to go fishing

C. to be holidaymakers D. to visit attractions
Câu 19: Today the various national groups are _______.

A. completely separated B. living in different societies
C. completely mixed D. partly mixed

Câu 20: According to the passage, which of the following statements is NOT true?
A. Captain Cook came to Hawaii in 1778.

B. All Hawaiian people have come from Asia.

C. Hawaii is in the Pacific Ocean, 3,700 kilometres from Los Angeles.
D. Hawaii is the fiftieth state of the United States.

TELEVISION

Here in Egypt, television has a powerful hold over people's minds. It is an instrument of leisure, of
information and - to a very limited extent - of culture. It does not stop people reading newspapers or
books, going to the cinema or theatre or watching videos. But these activities are occasional, irregular and
ultimately of secondary importance. Television is one of the main subjects of conversation, at school, in
offices, at home and in the street, as well as being written about in all the newspapers.

It might be said that the main objective of television is to persuade the maximum number of people to
watch it for the maximum amount of time. And how effectively the sitcoms and soap operas do that! I do
not think that I have ever seen any other country so totally dominated by these shows. Some of them are
Egyptian productions but the majority is American. Each episode, each programme, is a talking point for
everyone, young and old alike.

Câu 36: Which is the main idea of the passage?
A. Television, an instrument of leisure.

B. Television, the rest of the media and American soaps.
C. Television, the main subjects of conversation.

D. Television and its use.

Câu 37: What does television have over people's mind?

A. A picture. B. An influence. C. An impression. D. A limit.

Câu 38: At school or in offices, television is considered as a topic _____.

A. for people to talk about B. for learning

C. for discussion D. for entertainment

Câu 39: What might the main objective of television be?

A. To waste time. B. To get people away from their free time.
C. To allow much time for many people to watch it. D. To get people away from their work.
Câu 40: How often are the sitcoms and soap operas shown on TV?

A. Usually. B. Sometimes. C. Rarely. D. Never.

Most people think of computers as very modern inventions, products of our new technological
age. But actually the idea for a computer had been worked out over two centuries ago by a man

(46)_____ Charles Babbage. Babbage was born in 1791 and grew up to be a brilliant mathematician. He
drew up plans for several calculating machines which he called "engines". But despite the fact that he
(47)_____ building some of these, he never finished any of them. Over the years people have argued (48)
_____ his machines would ever work. Recently, however, the Science Museum in London has finished
building (49) _____ engine based on one of Babbage's designs. (50) _____ has taken six years to
complete and more than four thousand parts have been specially made. Whether it works or not, the
machine will be on show at a special exhibition in the Science Museum to remind people of Babbage's
work.

Câu 46: A. called B. known C. written D. recognized

Câu 47: A. wanted B. made C. started D. missed

Câu 48: A. why B. whether C. though D. until

Câu 49: A. an B. that C. the D. some

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Ann Johnson has worked at this college for three years. She is a responsible employee and gets on
well with the other members of the department. We have all found her to be an excellent (1)______.
She is always on time for work. She is an extremely (2)______ staff member who is able to work
independently. I can always rely on her creative thinking. Her students often tell me how kind she is.
She is always ready to help with a smile and she is cheerful to all of them. In private, she is not very
talkative (3)______ seems rather shy. Her work is excellent, and she is determined to (4)______. She
is also quite ambitious and has applied for the position of Director of Studies. I think that you can
count (5)______ Ann to make your school a success and I recommend her for the post of Director.

Câu 1: A. colleague B. adult C. student D. employer

Câu 2: A. selfish B. reliable C. lazy D. stubborn

Câu 3: A. as B. so C. and D. therefore

Câu 4: A. use B. succeed C. help D. fail

Câu 5: A. with B. for C. to D. on

Most people are afraid of sharks, but they usually do not know very much about them. There are
more than 350 kinds of sharks, and all of them are meat eaters. Sharks are useful because they eat
sick fish and keep the oceans clean. Sharks do not have ears. However, they can "hear" sounds and
movements in the water. Any sound or movement makes the water vibrate. Sharks can feel these
vibrations, which help them find food. They also use their large eyes to find food. Most sharks see
best in dim light. They often hunt for food at dawn, in the evening, or in the middle of the night.
Scientists want to learn more about sharks for several reasons. For example, cancer is common in
many animals, especially in people. However, it is rare in sharks. Scientists want to find out why
sharks almost never get cancer. Maybe this information can help people prevent cancer too.

Câu 21: According to the pasage, sharks are useful because ______.

A. they are very big B. they clean the oceans

C. they are meat eaters D. they eat fish

Câu 22: Sharks can find food because they can ______.

A. feel vibrations and hear with their ears B. see with their eyes and hear with their ears
C. feel vibrations and see with their large eyes D. hear very well with their large ears

Câu 23: Most sharks hunt for food at night because ______.

A. they see best in dim light B. they are hungry at night
C. there is more food then D. other fish are sleeping
Câu 24: According to the passage, research on sharks may help ______.
A. people know how to prevent cancer B. animals prevent cancer
C. people find a cure for AIDS D. sharks live longer
Câu 25: The best title of this passage could be ______.

A. “Sharks - The Dangerous Animals” B. “Sharks - The Meat Eaters”

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