Câu 624:

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.

We were relieved to discover that we did not owe as much money as we had thought.

A. If only we were not so deeply in debt, we would be much more content now. (1)

B. We owed so much money that we couldn’t even imagine how we would be able to pay it all back. (2)

C. Now that we have paid back most of our debts, we do not owe as much money as we once did. (3)

D. The revelation that we were less deeply in debt than we had believed came as a relief. (4)

Câu 625:

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.

Yesterday, I participated in my new classmate’s party and he said that: “the more ________. ”

        A. the merrier        B. merrier        C. most merrier        D. the most merrier

Câu 626:

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.

Some of the boys __________ didn’t come.

        A. whom I invited them                B. I invited them

        C. I invited                D. when I invited

Câu 627:

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.

Safety instructions are given in symbols. People can quickly comprehend them.

A. Safety instructions are given in symbols, so that people can quickly comprehend them. (1)

B. Safety instructions are given in symbols where people can quickly comprehend them. (2)

C. People can quickly comprehend safety instructions whether they are given in symbols. (3)

D. People can quickly comprehend safety instructions in which symbols are given. (4)

Câu 628:

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.

It takes a lot of hard work. You want to succeed in this business.

A. If you want to be successful in this business you must work hard. (1)

B. It takes a lot of time and effort to be successful in this business. (2)

C. You will never succeed in this business because you are lazy. (3)

D. In fact, you are too lazy to be able to run this kind of business. (4)

Câu 629:

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.

I didn’t get admitted to Harvard University. It would have been fantastic otherwise.

A. That I got admitted to Harvard University was fantastic. (1)

B. If only I gained admission to Harvard University. (2)

C. I regretted having been admitted to Harvard University. (3)

D. I wish I had gained admission to Harvard University. (4)

Câu 630:

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.

I accepted the new job after all. It is making me feel exhausted.

A. If it had not been for my acceptance the new job offer, I wouldn’t have felt exhausted. (1)

B. Perhaps it would have been better if I hadn’t agreed to this new job since it is so boring. (2)

C. It is of deep regret that I didn’t turn down the job offer due to its hardship and long hour work. (3)

D. Perhaps I shouldn’t have accepted this new job, as it’s making me feel exhausted. (4)

Read the passage below and choose A, B, C or D to fill in each blank from 631 to 635

The Red Cross is a global humanitarian organization committed to _____ (631) emergency assistance, disaster relief, and education worldwide. _____ (632), the organization began as a movement to care for wounded soldiers on the battlefield. Over time, it has grown into a vast network that _____ (633) a wide range of human needs, supporting people during crises across the globe.

Guided by the principles of impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity, and universality, the Red Cross strives to assist people without discrimination regardless of their nationality, race, religious beliefs, or political opinions. This commitment ensures that their aid reaches _____ (634).

The Red Cross provides essential services such as medical aid, food, shelter, and psychological support in times of need, including during global health emergencies like COVID-19. Besides, it focuses on long-term health initiatives, blood donation drives, and training in first aid and disaster response, fostering _____ (635) within communities.

Now, the organization has millions of members in nearly every country. Together with the Red Crescent Societies, the Red Cross has become one of the world’s largest and most respected humanitarian networks.

Câu 631:

        A. providing        B. provide        C. provided        D. provides

Câu 632:

A. Founded in 1863 by Swiss businessman Henry Dunant

B. It was established in 1863 by Henry Dunant, a Swiss businessman

C. Which was founded in 1863 by Swiss business Henry Dunant

D. Having founded in 1863 by Swiss businessman Henry Dunant

Câu 633:

        A. transforms        B. suggests        C. determines        D. addresses

Câu 634:

        A. people need it most                B. those who need it most

        C. someone living in poor conditions.        D. individuals who are injured.

Câu 635:

        A. collaboration        B. assistance        C. resilience        D. exchange

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 636 to 640.

Parent/teen conflict is common; the important thing is for parents to assure their teen it is safe to have their say and that you will respond. It isn't a calm and sunny relationship with a parent that gives a teenager the strength he or she needs - it is an open, trusting relationship that offers respect even in the face of heated disagreement. These conflicts often help teens hone their distinctive identities, but parents should follow some general rules:

Avoid humiliation: shaming your son or daughter by outlining their faults will reinforce divisions between you. Teenagers list "being judged" as among their pet peeves with parents. Judging and listening are mutually exclusive.

Minimise problems: avoid saying things such as "You'll forget all about this in no time", or, "you're too young to be serious about this". Instead say: "yes, this makes sense to me" (not "I feel the same" or "I know just what you mean").

Show your interest: skip over the tension between you and focus on something positive. Offer to help with practical things, such as getting him the school supplies he needs or buying her a magazine or book you know she would like.

Present a different perspective: "What about looking at it another way?" is more likely to be accepted than "that's not how it is".

Explain negative responses: when you object to something a daughter says or wants to do, explain your response in terms of your feelings and beliefs: "when you talk to me like that I feel..." rather than, "you have a bad attitude".

(Source: https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2009/mar/08/parent-teenager-conflict)

Câu 636:

What does the passage mainly discuss?

A. How parents can win arguments with their children (1)

B. Parents humiliating their teenage children (2)

C. Strategies to minimise conflicts between parents and teens (3)

D. How teens can avoid quarrels with parents (4)

Câu 637:

What should parents do to if objecting to their children’s idea?

A. responding in relation to their feelings and beliefs

B. humiliating their teens

C. ignoring the idea and giving punishments

D. making a fuss about the problems

Câu 638:

Which of the following is closest in meaning to “sunny” as used in the passage?

        A. shiny        B. with sunshine        C. friendly        D. warm

Câu 639:

Which of the following is closest in meaning to “reinforce” as used in the passage?

        A. weaken        B. enlighten        C. lessen        D. deepen

Câu 640:

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a rule parents should follow to help teens improve their identities?

        A. elaborating negative responses        B. ridiculing the ideas of children

        C. expressing interest                D. minising problems

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 641 to 645.

Parents of a Tokyo elementary school are up in arms at being asked to pay 730 dollars for their child's school uniform. A public elementary school in Tokyo's upmarket Ginza district has decided to adopt new school uniforms designed by the luxury Italian designer Armani. The bespoke uniforms, which include a hat and bag, are priced at over 80,000 (730 dollars) each. Parents are angry at the school's decision and are protesting at what they view as the exorbitant price for a uniform of an eight-year-old child. The school said it wanted a designer uniform that represented the rich area of Ginza. School officials visited top department stores and decided to ask the fashion brand Armani to design the uniform.

The expensive uniform has created such a fuss that it has been discussed in Japan's parliament. One lawmaker said that since the school is public and not private, "a certain price range needs to be considered". Finance Minister Taro Aso said. "Clearly it's expensive. It would be tough if a student could not afford to pay for it." Japan's education minister said steps would be taken to ensure the financial burden placed on parents for uniforms, "would not be excessive". Twitter users said young children are not interested in designer clothes. The school principal said. "With humility, I take the criticism that the explanation has been insufficient and not well-timed. I will go on explaining carefully to those concerned."

(Source: https.//www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2018/02/09/national/armani-parents-question-pricey-uniforms-public-school-tokyos-ginza-district/)

Câu 641:

Who said the price of the uniform was clearly expensive?

        A. Parents of a Tokyo elementary school (1)        B. A public elementary school in Tokyo (2)

        C. An eight-year-old child(3)        D. Armani (4)

Câu 642:

What does the passage mainly discuss?

A. Japanese parliament discussed raising school uniform prices (1)

B. Schools to remove the financial burden on Japanese parents (2)

C. Parents protesting against high uniform prices (3)

D. Schools reducing prices of uniforms (4)

Câu 643:

Which of the following is closest in meaning to “up in arms” as used in the passage?

        A. calm and relaxed                B. very angry and ready to argue

        C. extremely busy                D. really worried

Câu 644:

Which of the following is closest in meaning to “created such a fuss” as used in the passage?

        A. eased the tension        B. brought about peace        C. sparked anger        D. escalated the tension

Câu 645:

Why did the school want such an expensive uniform?

A. It wanted the uniform to be a present. (1)

B. It wanted to represent the uniform. (2)

C. The uniform was meant to represent the wealthiness of Ginza. (3)

D. It wanted the parents to get angry. (4)

Câu 646:

Logical thinking and problem solving: Choose A, B C or D to answer each question.

Mary is responsible for completing the budget report for the next team meeting on December 25, but she seems to be slightly behind of schedule. She asks her manager to give her three more days to finish the report. What would be the best response for her manager in this situation?

Mary: Can you give me three more days to complete the report?

The manager: _____.

A. That’s a good idea! Let’s do it.

B. The report is not informative enough for the meeting.

C. Well, I think you used to be a good employee in this company.

D. I understand, Mary. Let's set a new deadline of December 22.

Câu 647:

Logical thinking and problem solving: Choose A, B C or D to answer each question.

James, your best friend, wants to invite you out for dinner. What would be the best response for James in this situation?

James: Would you like to go out for dinner tonight with me?

You: _____.

A. I know a good restaurant downtown. Let’s go there.

B. You are welcome. That’s just a small thing.

C. Congratulation! You really deserve the invitation.

D. Thanks, but I’m not hungry right now.

Câu 648:

Logical thinking and problem solving: Choose A, B C or D to answer each question.

Which of the following situations best exemplifies “caution” where someone takes care in order to avoid danger or mistakes?

A. James misses the deadlines which he is assigned to complete in 2 days. He apologizes and assures me that he will fulfill the task as soon as possible.

B. James takes on the role of team leader in a new project. He makes a plan, conducts thorough research, and assigns tasks to team members before running the project.

C. James refuses to undertake new tasks because he will take a holiday.

D. James joins a new project team to work with many experts from other companies. He tries his best to cooperate with them but nobody cares about him.

Câu 649:

Logical thinking and problem solving: Choose A, B C or D to answer each question.

You’re at a community garden and notice that the leaves of the tomato plants are wilting in the afternoon, even though you watered them in the morning. What is the likely cause?

A. The plants need more sunlight.

B. The soil isn't retaining moisture well enough.

C. The plants have a disease that causes wilting.

D. The tomatoes need less water than you’re giving them.

Câu 650:

Logical thinking and problem solving: Choose A, B C or D to answer each question.

Which of the following statements about a book can be a fact?

A. The book is a thrilling page-turner.        B. The book was published in 2018.

C. The book has the most beautiful cover.        D. The book is the author’s most inspiring work.

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