Bài tập ôn tập học kỳ II Tiếng Anh Lớp 11 - Lý Thái Huy

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1. UNIT 6: GLOBAL WARMING Part I. PHONETICS Exercise 1. Mark the letter A, B, c, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions. 1. A. genius B. gorilla C. global D. gases 2. A. pollution B. poaching C. physical D. pesticide 3. A. warming B. warn C. walk D. wasn’t 4. A. floor B. flood C. moorland D. door 5. A. increase B. release C. please D. grease Exercise 2. Mark the letter A, B, c, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions. 6. A. campaign B. global C. balance D. carbon 7. A. natural B. endangered C. dangerous D. habitat 8. A. rainforest B. tropical C. discover D. animal 9. A. pollution B. continue C. enormous D. disappear 10. A. devastated B. environment C. diversity D. ecology Part II. VOCABULARY Exercise 3. Mark the letter A, B, c, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions. 11. We need to cut down on the emission of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. A. Intake B. retake C. uptake D. discharge 12. Land erosion is mainly caused by widespread deforestation. A. Afforestation B. refbrestation C. logging D. lawn mowing 13. In the past, a lot of countries denied having contributed to global warming. A. Agreed B. refuted C. approved D. avoided 14. Most people admit that they contribute to global warming. A. Be partly responsible for B. disapprove C. Neglect D. cause 15. We must admit that people are heavily polluting the environment. A. Decline B. rebut C. deny D. accept 16. In the polluted environment, infectious diseases can be passed easily from one person to another. A. Fatal B. safe C. contagious D. immune 17. Global warning has severe impact on water supplies. A. Very good B. very bad C. normal D. long-lasting 18. Global warming occurs when the greenhouse gases in the atmosphere trap the heat from the sun. A. Catch B.discharge C. dispose D. release 19. Such unhygienic conditions encourage the spread of diseases. A. Decline B. stability C. decrease D. increase 20. Deforestation is one of the biggest environmental threats to the ecological balance in the world. A. Sureties B.certainties C. dangers D. safety Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 1
2. 21. As fossil fuel resources are running out, it is important for the government to fínd some types of alternative energy. A. Irreplaceable B. substitute C. impossible D. practical 22. Local people have cut down the íbrests to make way for farming. A. Allow farming to take place B. Lose way in farming C. Have a way of farming D. Give way to farming 23. Because farmers had been informed about the bad effects of chemical fertilisers, they started using them sparinglyon their farms. A. Carelessly B.moderately C. recklessly D. irresponsibly 24. Global warming is one of the biggest issues facing humans nowadays. A. Causes B. factors C. concems D. agreements 25. The biggest cause of global warming is carbon dioxide emissions from coal burning power plants. A. Fauna B. flora C. trees D. factories 26. Global warming effects on people and nature are catastrophic. A. Destmctive B.constructive C. evaluative D. Creative 27. Coal buming releases a large amount of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. A. Discourages B. reduces C. relaxes D. discharges 28. The demand for cars is increasing rapidly in the modem world. A. Need B.offer C. reply D. discovery 29. Forests absorb and capture carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. A. Take up B.take in C. take over D. take to 30. The process of forests absorbing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere has been disrupted by the current alarming rate of deíòrestation. A. Discussed B.discovered C. disturbed D. distributed 31. Flood and drought are two major causes of famine. A. Family B.obesity C. hygiene D. hunger 32. Water shortages are likely to delay economic growth and damage ecosystems. A. Aid B. advance C. deter D. defer 33. It is important to maintain the biological diversity of the rainíbrests. A. Similarity B. identity C. variety D. compatibility 34. We may help if we cut down on energy use by using LED lightbulbs and unplug unused electronic devices. A. Reuse B. reduce C. recycle D. reproduce 35. Reusing and recycling glass, plastic, paper and other Products help to reduce waste and pollution, and conservenatural resources. A. Preserve B. reserve C. converse D. reverse 36. The thick layer of global warming gases keeps more heat from the sun, which leads to the increase in the earth temperature. A. Catches B. releases C. allows D. loses 37. Global warming results in climate change and extreme weather patterns. A. Results from B. causes C. originates D. is due to Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 2
3. 38. Our city is going to ban supernarkets from using plastic bags. A. Reduce B. encourage C. prohibit D. allow 39. Many species are threatened with extinction due to deforestation and loss of habitat. A. Damaged B. spoilt C. treated D. endangered 40. It is important to raise money to help people who have to suffer consequences of global warming. A. Collect B. donate C. sponsor D. contribute 41. Everyone should remember to switch off the lights before going out. A. Go off B. turn off C. take off D. log off 42. We may help to control global warming by reducing carbon footprints in our homes. A. Putting up with B. getting down to C. Cutting down on D. going back to Exercise 4. Mark the letter A, B, c, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meanỉng to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions. 43. Cutting down on energy use is the best way to help reduce global warming. A. Shrinking B. Declining C. Decreasing D. Increasing 44. We should grow more trees so that they can absorb more carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. A. Emit B. take in C. consume D. cut off 45. Releasing too much carbon dioxide into the atmosphere can lead to global warming. A. Result in B. result from C. cause D. activate 46. Farmers turned to bio-fertilisers after they had been told about the dangers of chemical fertilisers. A. Trusted B. disbelieved C. counted on D. depended on 47. The factory owner denied having said that he should take responsibility for the damage that his factory caused to the surrounding environment. A. Refuted B. rejected C. opposed D. accepted 48. Some scientists are accused of not having reported the effects of climate change. A. Exonerated B. blamed C. charged D. complained 49. They were criticised for having acted irresponsibly towards the environment. A. Blamed B. commended C. condemned D. denounced 50. The factory was fined for having dumped a huge amount of rubbish in to the river. A. Pnalised B. levied C. compensated D. punished Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 3
4. Part III. GRAMMAR Exercise 5. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions. Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 4
5. Exercise 6. Mark the letter A, B, c, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. 67. The president of the company officially apologised to the local residents having dumped a large amount of raw sewage in the area. A. About B. with C. at D. for 68. The factory was accused ___ having caused higher level of pollution to the environment. A. About B. on C. of D. for 69. We all admire him ___ having changed both his attitude and behaviours towards the environmental issues. A. About B. for C. with D. at 70. Human activities are also blamed ___ having contributed to global warming. A. For B. on C. at D. with 71. We congratulated him ___ having invented an energy-saving device. A. For B. at C. about D. on 72. He was criticised___ not having put the elephant poachers in jail. A. At B. about C. for D. on 73. His company was punished ___ not having dumped the rubbish properly. A. By B. for C. about D. because of 74. The city mayor praised all voluntary students ___ having cleaned the playgrounds for the children. A. For B. because of C. at D. due to 75. He thanked us___ having contributed to cleaning the surrounding environment. A. On B. to C. with D. for Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 5
6. 76. He was suspected ___ having received presents from the local companies and ignored their violations of the environmental law. A. About B. on C. of D. for 77. Even when arrested, he denied ___ cut down that tree. A. Has B. having C. have D. have had 78. Those farmers admitted ___having used more chemical fertilisers than needed. A. On B. about C. for D. to 79. He forgot ___ promised to cut down on the carbon dioxide emissions into the atmosphere. A. To promise B. have C. having D. had 80. I remembered hạving ___ off the lights before leaving home. A. Switched B. switch C. switching D. switches 81. He regretted not___ registered for military Service last spring. A. Have B. having C. having had D. having done 82. The local residents suspected the autborities ___ having kept the pollution level secret from the local people. A. About B. on C. of D. for 83. He denied having polluted the environment,___ no one believed him. A. However B. despite C. but D. in spite of 84. Thank you for having___ the information about global warming. A. Shared B. sharing C. share D. shares 85. He regretted ___ killed and eaten several rare species. A. To have B. having C. have D. has 86. His company was ílned ___ dumped tons of toxic waste near the residential area. A. To have B. because of having C. Forhaving D. of having 87. These students were rewarded ___ actively taken part in voluntary activities. A. With B. before C. on having D. for having 88. She was praised___ donated a lot of money to the wildlife protection Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 6
7. organisation. A. For having B. to have C. Because of having D. due to having 89. I remember ___ advised you to stop hunting endangered animals. A. To have B. having C. have D. had 90. The local authorities were blamed ___ignored the pollution issues in the area A. About having B. on having C. for having D. before having 1 A 2 C 3 D 4 B 5 C 6 A 7 B 8 C 9 D 10 A 11 D 12 C 13 B 14 A 15 D 16 C 17 B 18 A 19 D 20 C 21 B 22 A 23 B 24 C 25 D 26 A 27 D 28 A 29 B 30 C 31 D 32 D 33 C 34 B 35 A 36 A 37 B 38 C 39 D 40 A 41 B 42 C 43 D 44 A 45 B 46 B 47 D 48 A 49 B 50 C 51 C 52 D 53 C 54 A 55 B 56 A 57 B 58 D 59 C 60 C 61 A 62 B 63 C 64 C 65 C 66 A 67 D 68 C 69 B 70 A 71 D 72 C 73 B 74 A 75 D 76 C 77 B 78 D 79 C 80 A 81 B 82 C 83 C 84 A 85 B 86 C 87 D 88 A 89 B 90 C Part IV. SPEAKING Exercise 7. Mark the letter A, B, c, or D to indicate the correct response to each of the following exchanges. Two friends Nam and Lan are talking about the topic of global warming. 91. Nam: What are the main threats to the environment today? Lan: ___ A. Threats are possible dangers to the environment. B. Probably deforestation and global warming. C. Environmental pollution is a big issue for our planet. D. We need a clean environment to live in. 92. Lan: How can ordinary people help protect the environment? Nam: ___ A. What can ordinary people do to help the environment? B. Environment really needs our help. C. We may use environmentally-friendly Products. D. Both governments and individuals are to blame on. 93. Nam: Do you do anything to protect the environment? Lan: ___ A. I refuse to use plastic bags and try to recycle as much as possible. B. I use a lot of plastic bags and containers to save the environment. C. I’m not interested in the subject of environment. Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 7
8. D. I don’t want to change my lifestyle. 94. Lan: What solution to air pollution can you suggest? Nam: ___ A. Air pollution is really serious these days. B. Smoke from factory chimneys pollutes the air. C. Air pollution causes acid rain. D. People should use public means of transport. 95. Nam: What is the biggest environmental problem facing our country? Lan: ___ A. Too much toxic sewage is dumped at sea. B. All countries face environmental problems. C. No one can help protect the environment. D. Our countiy is facing the biggest environmental problem. 96. Nam: Is global wanning a problem in our country? Lan: ___ A. Global warming is getting more and more serious. B. Goverments are closely working together to solve environmental problems. C. Global warming causes sea level to rise. D. Probably. The temperatures are getting hotter year by year in the area. 97. Nam: What causes global warming? Lan: ___ A. Changes in weather pattems resulting from global vvarming. B. Too much carbon dioxide being trapped in the atmosphere. C. Catastrophic consequences of global warming. D. Common global wanning consequences. 98. Nam: What are the consequences of global warming? Lan: ___ A. Global warming causes many consequences. B. Consequences of global warming is catastrophic. C. Icebergs melt and low-lying areas are ílooded. D. More trees are being cut down. 99. Nam: Why is global warming a problem? Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 8
9. Lan: ___ A. People find it difficult to adapt to the changes in the weather pattems. B. Global warming can benefit people in certain areas. C. There’s no need to worry about global warming. D. Global warming is a very interesting topic for presentation. 100. Nam: What are global warming gases? Lan: ___ A. Global warming gases are mainly man-made. B. Global warming gases are everywhere. C. The amount of carbon dioxide is increasing. D. Carbon dioxide, nitrous oxide, and methane. 101. Lan: What can govemment do to punish íactories that violate environmental law? Nam: ___ A. So many of them are polluting the environment. B. Yes, I think a big fine would be relevant. C. They may force those factories to close down. D. There are no factories in this region. 102. Lan : Who has to suffer global warming effects the most? Nam: ___ A. What are global warming effects? B. Maybe poor people in low-lying areas. C. All people suffer from global warming. D. Only few people benefit from global warning. 103. Lan: How can we help to fight deforestation? Nam: ___ A. We may recycle paper and buy recycled paper Products. B. We may cut down trees at an alarming rate. C. We should only cut branches of big trees. D. We should set up animal ranches near forests. 104. Nam: What will happen if the low-lying areas are flooded? Lan: ___ A. Low-lying areas are often flooded. Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 9
10. B. Flood happens when water level rises. C. Low-lying areas can never be flooded. D. People in these regions will have to face a lot of problems. 105. Lan: What do you do to help the environment? Nam: ___ A. It is the responsibility of the government. B. I try to recycle more and reduce carbon footprint. C. Everyone can protect the environment. D. Environment helps people live comfortably. Part V. READING Exercise 8. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, c, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks. ENVIRONMENTAL CRIME We are probably all (106) ___ at some point in our lives of not caring for the environment as much as we should. Perhaps we drop litter without thinking, or cause (107) ___ by using our cars when it’s not necessary. However, the real environmental (108)___ are those big businesses which ignore the law. For many years now, (109) ___have attempted to protect the environment by making businesses responsible for making sure that the chemical they use don’t add to the (110) ___of the environment. The problem for businesses is that the (111) ___of the environment costs money, and businesses will always try to (112) ___ their costs if they can. Some of them do this by simply putting chemical into rivers when they have íĩnished with them, leading to the (113) ___ of major problems. Although government (114) ___ may try to catch them doing it, it can be very diffícult to get (115) ___ that a particular business is responsible for an environmental problem. It really depends (116) ___ not only the government but also businesses and individuals as well. Ali people need to contribute to (117) ___ the environment. (Source: Adapted from Laser BI+) 106. A. guilty B. proud C. sorry D. tired 107. A. damage B. pollution C. accidents D. trouble 108. A. agents B. crimes C. criminals D. doers 109. A. politicians B. politics C. parties D. residents 110. A. induction B. construction C. instruction D. destruction 111. A. production B. protection C. destruction D. deforestation 112. A. stabilise B. raise C. lower D.save 113. A. creation B. creativity C. creator D. creature 114. A. suspicion B. suspect C. inspection D. inspectors 115. A. improvement B. proof C. waterproof D. prove 116. A. over B. at C. on D. in 117. A. protecting B. protect C. protected D. protection Exercise 9. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, c, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions. The costs and benefits of global warming will vary greatly from area to area. For moderate climate change, the balance can be difficult to assess. But the larger the change in climate, the more negative the consequences will Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 10
11. become. Global warming will probably make life harder, not easier, for most people. This is mainly because we have already built enormous infrastructure based on the climate we now have. People in some temperate zones may benefit from milder winters, more abundant rainfall, and expanding crop production zones. But people in other areas will suffer from increased heat waves, Coastal erosion, rising sea level, more erratic rainfall, and droughts. The crops, natural vegetation, and domesticated and wild animals (including seafood) that sustain people in a given area may be unable to àdapt to local ơr regional changes in climate. The ranges of diseases and insect pests that are limited by temperature may expand, if other environmental conditions are also favourable. In its summary report on the impacts of climate change, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change stated, ‘Taken as a whole, the range of published evidence indicates that the net damage costs of climate change are likely to be significant and to increase over time.” (Source: Adaptedjrom the National Assessment Report by ihe U.S. Global Change Research Program) 118. What is the main idea of the passage? A. Environment pollution is real. B. Reasons why low-lying areas are flooded. C. Solutions to global warming. Đ. Reasons why global warming is a problem. 119. Which of the following is TRUE as the result of global warming? A. All people suffer from global wanning. B. All people beneíìt from global warming. C. Life is more difficult for the majority of people. D. Life is easier for most people. 120. In paragraph 1, the word “this” reíers to ___. A. Harder life as a result of global warming B. Easier life as a result ‘of global warming C. Climate change on global scale D. Flood in low-lying areas 121. In paragraph 2, the word “erratic” is closest in meaning to ___. A. Predictable B. unpredictable C. Changeable D. unchangeable 122. According to the passage, all of the following are the results of global warming EXCEPT___ A. Higher temperature B. coastal erosion C. Increasing D. stable rainfall Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 11
12. 123. What may happen to diseases and insect pests as a resuỉt of global wanning? A. They will become extinct. B. They will increase in number. C. They will not harm our planet. D. They will be under good control Exercise 10. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, c, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions. The Amazon rainforest is home.to more than a third of ali the world’s species of plants, birds and animals. Twenty per cent of all the birds in the world live in the rainforest. Scientists have discovered thousands of types of plants and animals that can only be found there. There are thousands – probably millions more that we haven’t discovered yet. There are at least 2.5 million species of insects there. Imagine what would happen if they all lost their home? It couldn’t happen, could it? Unfortunately, it’s happening right now. Yet, the rainforest is big. But it’s getting smaller. The problem is that people are cutting down the trees, mainly to make room for cows. These provide meat and make money for their owners. This process of cutting down trees is called ‘deforestation’ The good news is that it is slowing down. In 2Ọ04, for example, more than 27.0 square kilometres were cut down. That’s an area bigger than Wales. In 2006, because of all the campaigns to save rainíbrest, it dropped to just over 13.0 square kilometres. The bad news is that it’s not enough. Scientists predict that by 2030, the rainíbrest will have become smaller by 40%. It’s possible that by the end of the 21st century, the rainforest will have completely disappeared. With deforestation, thousands of the animals, birds, fish and plants that live in the Amazon rainíbrest lose their home, their natural habitat. Some of them move to other areas, but most of them die. Many species have already become extinct, and many more will if deforestation continues. That will change the balance of life in the rainforest and could cause enormous problems to the region’s ecosystem. There’s another problem too. Trees and plants are a vital source of oxygen. If we cut them down, we lose that oxygen. But it’s worse than just that. With deforestation, the trees and plants are bumt. This sends gases into the’ Earth’s atmosphere, which stops some of the Earth’s heat escaping. That then leads to the temperature here on the ground going up. This increase in the world’s temperature is called ‘global warming’, and most scientists believe it’s a very serious issue. If they stopped deforestation, it might help prevent global warming. 124. Which title best summarises the main idea of the passage? A. Chances for owners of cow ranches B. Threats to Amazon rainforest C. Global warming effects D. Habitat destruction 125. According to the passage, which of the following is TRUE? A. A fifth of all the birds in the world live in the rainforest. B. 20% of all the animals in the world li ve in the rainforest. C. Nearly two million species of insects are found in the Amazon rainforest. D. Nearly half of the world’s species of plants grow there. Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 12
13. 126. In paragraph 1, the word “room” is closest in meaning to ___ . A. Chamber B. flat C. area D. studio 127. In paragraph 2, the word “it” refers to ___. A. Room B. process C. rainforest D. deforestation 128. According the passage, which of the following is TRUE about Amazon rainforest? A. It has become smaller by 40%. B. The deforestation is decreasing. C. 25% of animal species are extinct now. D. The deforestation is under control. 129. In paragraph 2, the word “enormous” is closest in meaning to ___ . A. Serious B. important C. common D. insignificant 130. What might help to restrain global warming? A. Increasing deforestation B. stabilising deforestation C. Ceasing cutting down trees D. clearing more trees for farming Part VI. WRITING Exercise 11. Mark the letter A, B, c, or D to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the following questions. 131. Having seen people suffer global warming consequences, we decided to reduce carbon footprints. A. We decided to reduce carbon foootprints before seeing people suffer global warming consequences. B. We saw people suffer global warming consequences after we decided to reduce carbon footprints. C. We decided to cut down on carbon footprints after we saw people suffer global warming consequences. D. We decided to cut down on carbon íbotprints before we saw people suffer global warming consequences. 132. Climate change leads to numerous catastrophic consequences. A. Numerous catastrophic consequences result in climate change. B. Numerous catastrophic consequences result from cỉimate change. C. Climate change results from numerous catastrophic consequences. D. Numerous catastrophic consequences cause climate change. 133. The increase in earth’s temperature can cause heat-related illnesses. A. Heat-related illnesses result from the increase in earth’s temperature. B. Heat-related illnesses result in the increase in earth’s temperature. C. Heat-related illnesses lead to the increase in earth’s temperature. D. Heat-related illnesses trigger the increase in earth’s temperature. 134. Carbon dioxide is one of the primary greenhouse gases that cause global warming. A. Carbon dioxide is the only greenhouse gas that causes global warming. B. Global warming results in greenhouse gases, including carbon dioxide. Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 13
14. C. One of the main greenhouse gases that lead to global warming is carbon dioxide. D. Global warming causes greenhouse gases, including carbon dioxide. 135. Planting trees can contribute to reducing global wanning. A. Global warming can’t be controlled by planting trees. B. Planting trees is the only way to control global warming. C. Planting trees can accelerate global warming. D. Planting trees can help reduce global warming. Exercise 12. Mark the letter A, B, c, or D to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following questions. 136. He said that he would take responsibility for his company’s damage to the area. But then he clenied that. A. Having denied his company’s damage, he took responsibility for it. B. He denied having damaged to his company’s area. C. He denied having taken responsibility for the damage to his company’s area. D. He denied having said that he would take responsibility for his company’s damage to the area. 137. He donated a lot of money to environmental protection campaigns. He was admired for that. A. Unless he donated a lot of money to environmental protection campaigns, he was admired. B. He was admired for having donated a lot of money to environmental protection campaigns. C. If he had donated a lot of money to environmental protection campaigns, he would have been admired. D. If he donates a lot of money to environmental protection campaigns, he will be admired. 138. They decided to cut down their carbon footprints. They were praised for that. A. They were praised for having decided to decrease their carbon íbotprints. B. They were not punished for having decided to decrease their carbon footprints. C. Unless they decided to cut down their carbon footprints, they were praised for that. D. If they decided to cut down their carbon footprints, they would be praised for that. 139. We have advised you on how to cut down your energy use. We remember that. A. We can no longer remember having advised you on how to decrease your energy use. B. We remember having advised you on how to maintain your energy use. C. We remember having advised you on how to decrease your energy use. D. We remember to have advised you on how to decrease your energy use. 140. Some scientists have distorted the effects of climate change. They were accused of that. A. Some scientists were accused of having falsify the effects of climate change. B. Some scientists were accused of having been honest about the effects of climate change. C. Although some scientists have distorted the effects of climate change, they were not accused. Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 14
15. D. Some scientists were accused of having falsified the effects of clmiate change. 91B 92C 93A 94D 95A 96D 97B 98C 99A 100D 101C 102B 103A 104D 105B 106A 107B 108C 109A 110D 111B 112C 113A 114D 115B 116C 117A 118D 119C 120A 121B 122D 123B 124B 125A 126C 127D 128B 129A 130C 131C 132B 133A 134C 135D 136D 137B 138A 139C 140D UNIT 7: FURTHER EDUCATION Part I. PHONETICS Exercise 1. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions. 1. A. degree B. doctorate C. graduate D. kindergarten 2. A. bachelor B. chapter C. chemistry D. teacher 3. A. culture B. student C. institution D. university 4. A. appreciate B. psychology C. programme D. respectively 5. A. academic B. apply C. apology D. achieve Exercise 2. Mark the letter A, B, c, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions. 6. A. biology B. geography C. education D. relationship 7. A. broaden B. provide C. pursue D. succeed 8. A. college B. degree C. language D. subject 9. A. analytical B. opportunity C. qualification D. university 10. A. bachelor B. diploma C. internship D. scholarship Part II. VOCABULARY Exercise 3. Mark the letter A, B, c, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. 11. It is not easy at all to get a good job without any ___ qualifications. A. Academic B. social C. great D. favourite 12. At the ___ level, you can join three-year or four-year colleges. A. Primary B. secondary C. postgraduate D. undergraduate 13. Hugh is quite worried because he hasn’t ___for the end-of-term test. A. Examined B. researched C. studied D. read 14. Any pupil caught___ was made to stand at the front of the class. A. Misbehave B.misbehaved C. misbehaviour D. misbehaving 15. They___ sacrifices so that their only child could have a good education. A. Made B. did C. provided D. lent 16. A university is an institution of higher education and research, which grants ___ degrees at all levels in a variety of subjects. A. Secondary B.optional C. academic D. vocational 17. You have to be highly ___ to do well in these subjects. Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 15
16. A. Competitive B. competitor C. competition D. competed 18. I can’t cope well ___ all the homework I’ve got to do! A. On B. of C. about D. with 19. ___education normally provides undergraduate and postgraduate education, as well as vocational education and training. A. Intermediate B. Primary C. Secondary D. Tertiary 20. You’11 find plenty of books on the ___ of business studies in the library. A. Lesson B. subject C. curriculum D. schedule 21. I wonder if you could tell me who was awarded the ___ . A. Scholar B. scholastic C. scholarship D. scholarly 22. My dad said that I’d better spend more time on my ___ . A. Student B. studied C. studious D. studies 23. He has got a degree ___ Iníòrmation Technology from Oxford University. A. In B. for C. on D. of 24. I don’t really ___ the point of taking the exam when you are not ready for it. A. Annoy B. have C. see D. take 25. If you’re not sure what “something” means, look it___ in the dictionary. A. For B. out C. at D. up 26. Mrs Dawson said that we are ___ our lesson in the library next Monday. A. Going B. having C. making D. reading 27. My dad wants me to go to university, but I’m in ___ minds about it. A. Different B. my C. some D. two 28. Yesterday, we had a discussion ___ different cultures. A. About B. around C. for D. from 29. I still have a lot___ about the English language. A. For learning B. of learning C. learning D. to learn 30. Belinda missed a few months of school because of illness and found it difficult to keep ___ with her classmates. A. On B. off C. down D. up 31. If you need to ___ the teacher’s attention, just put up your hand. A. Attract B. pay C. take D. pull 32. I did six hours of ___ for the test, but I still failed. A. Education B. survey C. revision D. training Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 16
17. 33. Please, don’t forget ___ your essays during Friday’s lesson. A. Hand in B. handing in C. to hand in D. to handing in 35. If’s my ___ ceremony next week; I think my parents are looking forward to it more than I am. A. Graduation B. graduate C. graduating D. graduates 36. Going to university is expensive because in addition to the tuition___ , there are expenses for accommodation, books, living costs, etc. A. Grants B. fees C. fares D. scholarships 37. When I got to 16, sorae of my ữiends left school to get a job, but most ___ A. Dropped out B. moved back C. got in D. stayed on 38. The more ___ you have, the more chance you have of finding a better job. A. Courses B. contributions C. qualifications D. qualities 39. Next year, I have to decide which area of medicine I want to ___ in. A. Come B. focus C. hand D. specialise 40. I got a diploma in business administration, but still sometimes wish I had been able to go to university and get a ___. A. certificate B. diploma C. degree D. scholarship Exercise 4. Mark the letter A, B, c, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions. 41. When you sit for the exam tomorrow, try to stay calm and relaxed, A. Answer B. take C. make D. write 42. If the examiner can’t make sense of what your essay is about, you’ll get the low mark. A. Declare B. estimate C. communicate D. understand 43. If you want to get a high mark on a test, review the material carefully beforehand. A. performance B. score C. figure D. note 44. Some students only cram for tests when there is little time left, so their results are not satisfactory. A. Prepare in a short period B. prepare in a long time C. Prepare well D. prepare badly 45. My application for the scholarship has been turned down because the transcript of marks is not satisfactory enough. A. Cancelled B. postponed C. reduced D. rejected Exercise 5. Mark the letter A, B, c, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions. 46. Students also have the opportunity to choose from a wide range of optional courses in the university. A. mandatory B. selective C. free D. limited 47. Tom did miserably on the final test, which caused a shock to everyone in the class. Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 17
18. A. Took B. sat for C. failed D. passed 48. Schools are more relaxed nowadays as discipline is less tough than before. A. Accurate B. severe C. strict D. loose 49. Well, Mrs Baker, you’ll be pleased to hear that George has made a dramatic improvement in geography. A. Meaningful B. important C. insignificant D. steady 50. Most of the students in our country are interested in pursuing higher education to get bachelor’s degrees. A. Following B. giving up C. trying D. interrupting Part III. GRAMMAR Exercise 6. Mark the letter A, B, c, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. 51. I ___ English for five years. I study it at school. A. Have been learning B. have learnt C. Learnt D. am learning 52. You can ha ve your book back now. I ___it. A. Have been reading B. have read C. Had read D. read 53. You look upset. ___ you ___ ? A. Are-crying B. Do-cry C. Have – been crying D. Have – cried 54. How many times ___ you ___ that intemational conference? A. Did – attend B. do – attend C. Have – been attending D. have – attended 55. I___ for my math textbook all day, but I ___ it yet. A. Have been looking/haven’t found B. Have looked/haven’t found C. Have been looking/haven’t been finding D. Have looked/haven’t been finding 56. Mum ___ all moming. She ___ lots of Christmas presents. A. Has shopped/has bought B. Has been shopping/has bought C. Has been shopping/has been buying D. Has shopped/has been buying 57. Kevin___ his homework, but he ___ it yet. Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 18
19. A. Has been doing/hasn’t been finishing B. Has done/hasn’t fĩnished C. Has been doing/hasn’t finished D. Has done/hasn’t been finishing 58. Pete ___ at Midfield Secondary School since 2006, but he___music in his lessons twice. A. Has been teaching/has only played B. Has been teaching/has only been playing C. Has taught/has only been playing D. Has taught/has only played 59. I___ the biography of Robbie Williams, but I’m on page 50. A. Have read B. have been reading C. Had read D. was reading 60. Jimmy can go out when he ___for the exam. A. Has been studying B. has been studied C. has studied D. studied 61.I ___ the latest Harry Potter book all day. I’m dying to know what happens in the end! A. Am reading B. have been reading C. Have read D. had read 62. So far I ___any of the exams at school. A. Haven’t been failing B. hadn’t failed C. Didn’t fail D. haven’t failed 63. We___ our classroom for the upcoming Teachers’ Day, but there’s still a lot to do. A. Are decorating B. decorated C. Have been decorating D. have decorated 64. Margaret ___ in the school marathon for chạrity beíbre. A. Has never run B. never runs C. Never ran D. has never been running 65. My brother graduated from Hong Kong ưniversity of Science and Technology last month and___ for a job since then. A. Has been looking B. has looked C. Was looking D. had looked Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 19
20. 66. Tim ___ for the scholarship to study abroad in the USA at least twice. A. Applied B. is applying C. has been applying D. has applied 67. All the students___ for their academic transcripts all this week, but they___ them yet. A. Have waited/haven’t received B. Have been waiting/haven’t received C. Have waited/haven’t been receiving D. Have been waiting/haven’t been receiving 68. I ___ for the information about the differences between further education and higher education all this morning. A. Had searched B. have been searched C. Have been searching D. have searched 69. It’s the fírst time you ___ an Online course, isn’t it? A. Had ever taken B. have ever been taking C. Ever took D. have ever taken 70. The teacher___ the speaking task on the board, so now the students are discussing it. A. Has already been writing B. has already written C. Already wrote D. had already written 71. Sandy___ his sister since she___ to university in 2014. A. Hadn’t seen/went B. hasn’t been seeing/went C. Didn’t see/has gone D. hasn’t seen/went 72. They___ to Spain for an educational exchange and won’t be back until the end of this month. A. Have gone B. went C. have been going D. is going 73. Poor Tracy! She ___ that essay for hours now and she still ___ . A. Has written/hasn’t finished B. Has been writing/didn’t finish C. Has been writing/hasn’t finished D. Has written/hasn’t been finishing 74. Tom and Mary are still discussing the math exercise with each other because they___ how to do it. A. Aren’t working out B. haven’t worked out C. Haven’t been working out D. didn’t work out Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 20
21. 75. I ___ reading a wonderful book about space travel. A. Just finish B. just do finish C. have just finished D. have just been finishing 76. As a rule, you shouldn’t argue with your hosts unless they ___ something openly offensive. A. Had said B. have been saying C. Have said D. would say 77. Noah Webster ___ an American Dictionary of the English Language in two volumes in 1823, and since then it ___ the recognised authority for usage in the United States. A. Published/became B. has published/has become C. Published/was becoming D. published/has become 78. She ___ of great help to us because she for su ch a long time with us. A. Has been/had lived B. has been/has been living C. Has been/lived D. was/has lived 79. I___the book yet so I can’t tell you what happens. A. Haven’t finished B. haven’t been finishing C. Didn’t finish D. hadn’t finished 80. Peter has been a junior clerk for three years. Lately he ___ for a better post but so far he ___ anything. A. Looks/hasn’t found B. Have looked/haven’t found C. Has been looking/hasn’t found D. Has looked/hasn’t found Exercise 7. Mark the letter A, B, c, or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions. Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 21
22. 1 C 2 C 3 A 4 B 5 A 6 C 7 A 8 B 9 C 10 B 11 A 12 D 13 C 14 D 15 A 16 C 17 A 18 D 19 D 20 B 21 C 22 D 23 A 24 C 25 D 26 B 27 D 28 A 29 D 30 D 31 A 32 C 33 D 34 A 35 A 36 B 37 D 38 C 39 D 40 C 41 B 42 D 43 B 44 A 45 D 46 A 47 D 48 D 49 C 50 B 51 A 52 B 53 C 54 D 55 A 56 B 57 C 58 A 59 B 60 C 61 B 62 D 63 C 64 A 65 A 66 D 67 B 68 C 69 D 70 B 71 D 72 A 73 C 74 B 75 C 76 C 77 D 78 B 79 A 80 C 81 A 82 A 83 B 84 A 85 A 86 B 87 C 88 C 89 A 90 D Part IV. SPEAKING Exercise 8. Mark the letter A, B, c, or D to indicate the correct response to each of the following exchanges. Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 22
23. 91. “Could you pass that book over to me, please?” – “ ___ ” A. Yes, of course. B. No, why not? B. Actually, 1’m busy. D. Yes, go ahead. 92. “If I were you, I would apply for the scholarship to the university of Melbourne.” – “ ___ ” A. I’m not afraid so. B. Noway! C. I guess I should. D. I hope so. 93. “I hear you’ve passed your exam. Congratulations!” – “___ ” A. What a pity! B. You’re welcome. C. I’m alright. D. Thank you. 94. “Why do you choose French as your second major?” – ” ___ “ A. Because it’s quite like English. B. Because they are friendly. C. I don’t really care. D. It’s nice to say so. 95. “Can I have a quick look at your lecture notes?” – “ ___ ” A. Of course not today. B. So far, so good! C. No, I don’t think so. D. Sorry, I’m using them myself. 96. – “Let’s go to the Dr. Millet’s seminar on learning styles this afternoon!” A. I wish I could but I’m busy then. B. Learning styles are really subjective. C. Thanks, I won’t. D. I would if I were you. 97. – “Mom, I’ve received an offer for a summer internship in Singapore!” A. Really? Good luck! B. Oh, that’s great! Congratulations! C. I couldn’t agree more. D. Oh, I’m sorry to hear that. 98. “Sorry, I’m late! May I come in, Miss Millie?” – “ ___” A. Yes, come in, please! B. Not right now. C. Let’s do it! D. I guess so. 99. “What an imaginative essay youVe written, Matt!” – “ ___ ” A. That’s the least I could do. B. Actually, I don’t mind. C. Thanks, it’s nice of you to say so. D. Sorry, just my luck! 100. – “It was very kind of you to help me with the difficult homework!” – “___” A. Oh, don’t mention it. B. Sony, I don’t know. C. That sounds nice. D. Thanks a lot. Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 23
24. 101. “Do you mind if I use your dictionary for a while?” — “___ ” A. Yes, I don’t mind. B. No, I don’t think so. C. Yes, go ahead. D. No, go right ahead. 102. “Work harder or you’ll fail the exam!” – “ ___ ” A. Oh, that’s fíne for me! B. Thanks, I will. C. That sounds great! D. Sure, go ahead! 103. ” I’m sorry, teacher. I’ve left my exercise book at home today!”- ” ___“ A. I’m afraid, you can’t. B. Well, don’t do that again next time. C. No, of course not. D. I hope you won’t. 104. “Shall I lend you a hand with the survey questionnaire?” – “ ___” A. Yes, I’d love to. B. That sounds interesting C. Sure! That would be great help! D. How about tomorrow? 105. – ” I’ll celebrate my graduation party this weekend. Could you come?” – ” ___” A. Yes, of course, I will. B. How can this be? C. The more, the merrier. D. Great work! Keep up! Part V. READING Exercise 9. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, c, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions. One way of training for your future occupation in Germany is by pursuing a dual vocational training programme. Such programmes offer plenty of opportunity for on-the-job training and work experience. Programmes usually last between two and three and a half years and comprise theoretical as well as practical elements. You will spend one or two days a week, or severạl weeks at once, at a vocational school where you will acquire the theoretical knowledge that you will need in your future occupation. The rest of the time will be spent at a company. There you get to apply your newly acquired knowledge in practice, for example by learning to operate machinery. You will get to know what your company does, learn how it operates and íìnd out if you can see yourself working there after completing your training. This combination of theory and practice gives you a real head start into your job: by the time you have completed your training, you will not only have the required technical knowledge, but you will also have hands- on experience in your job. There are around 350 officially recognised training programmes in Germany, so chances are good that one of them will suit your interests and talents. You can find out which one that might be by visiting one of the jobs and vocational training fairs which are organised in many Gernan cities at different times in the year. Employment prospects for students who have completed a dual vocational training programme are very good. This is one of the reasons why this kind of training is very popular with young Gennans: around two thirds of all students leaving school go on to start a vocationaỉ training programme. (Source: http ://www. make-it-in-germany. com) 106. Which of the following is probably the best title of the passage? A. Employment Opportunities and Prospects in Germany Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 24
25. B. Higher Education System in Germany C. Dual Vocational Training System in Germany D. Combination of Theory and Practice in Studying in Germany 107. The word “it” in the first paragraph refers to ___ . A. Company B. machinery C. knowledge D. organisation 108. Which of the following statements best describes the dual vocational training programmes?. A. These programmes consist of an intensive theoretical course of two and a haỉf years at a vocational school. B. These programmes require you to have only practical working time at a certain company. C. These programmes offer you some necessary technical skills to do your future job. D. These programnies provide you with both theoretical knowledge and practical working experience. 109. The word “hands-on” in the second paragraph is closest in meaning to ___. A. Theoretical B. practical C. Technical D. integral 110. How many German school leavers choose this vocational training programme? A. Well over 75% B. around one out of five C. Less than a third D. about 70% Exercise 10. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, c, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions. Do you think education is better now than it was in your grandparents’ time? Many older people in the UK believe the opposite. “Schools were better in our day,” they complain. “There isn’t enough discipline these days. Kids don’t work as hard as we did, either. The syllabus isn’t as challenging, so clever students aren’t being stretched enough. They need to study things in greater depth. Exams are much, much easier now as well.” Were schools better years ago? Some British teenagers travelled back in time to a 1950s boarding school. They got a big surprise! The first shock came when the teenagers met their new teachers. Dressed in traditional black gowns, they look so frosty and uncaring! They were really authoritarian, too, so anyone caught breaking the rules – talking in classes, mucking about in the playground or playing truant – was in big trouble! Punishments included writing ‘lines, or staying after class to do detention. The naughtiest kids were expelled. Things were just as bad after class. At meal times the students had to endure a diet of plain, no-nonsense, healthy food. Homework was obligatory and it took ages! Copying essays off the Internet wasn’t an option, as personal computers didn’t exist in the 1950s! At the end of ‘term’ everyone sat 1950s-style exams. The old exams were much longer than their twenty-first century equivalents and involved learning huge amounts of facts by heart. History papers were all dates and battles. Maths papers were trickier, too; calculators weren’t around in the 1950s, so the students had to memorise multiplication tables and master long division. Our candidates found this really difficult. The exam results surprised a lot of people. Students predicted to do well in their real-life, twenty-first century exams often got low grades in the 1950s exams. Does this prove modern exams are too easy? Do twentỵ-first century kids rely too much on modem technology, like calculators and computers? The TV series of That ‘ll teach ‘em! focused on a 1960s vocational school. UK school-kids study a range of academic subjects these days. But in the 1960s, children judged to be less ‘able’ went to vocational schools. These helped them learn job skills. Boys studied subjects like metalwork, woodwork or gardening. In some classes, they even learned how to Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 25
26. milk goats! The girls’ timetables included secretarial skills. They also learned to cook, clean and sew – probably not much fun for most girls. (Source: Activate! B2) 111. What criticism is sometimes made about modem education in the first paragraph? A. Teachers aren’t strict enough. B. The syỉlabus is out of date. C. There’s too much stress on exams. D. The teaching methods are not good enough. 112. The word “authoritarian” in the second paragraph is closest in meaning to A. Inexperienced B. impolite C. Unreasonable D. strict 113. Which of the following statements is TRUE about the food the students ate at school? A. It wasn’t cooked properly. B. It wasn’t delicious. C. It wasn’t nutritious. D. There wasn’t much of it. 114. The word “obligatory” in the third paragraph is closest in meaning to . A. Compulsory B. difficult C. long D. complicated 115. According to the passage, how did exams in the 1950s differ from those in the twenty-first century? A. They covered more subjects. B. It took students less time to do them. C. There was more to remember. D. They were less difficult. 116. What was suiprising about the students’ results after taking the 1950s-style exams? A. All the students found the exams difficult. B. Students didn’t do as well as expected. C. Students who were predicted to fail did rather well. D. Students did bétter than twenty-first century exams. 117. The word “these” in the last paragraph refers to___ . A. School-kids B. subjects C. series D. vocational schools 118. Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage? A. Vocational schools provided poorer children with equipment. B. Vocational schools took children who were good at studying. C. Vocational schools prepared students for employment. D. Vocational schools were a complete waste of time. Exercise 11. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, c, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks. GAP YEAR In the professional or career world, a gap year is a year beíbre going to college or university and after finishing high school or (119) ___ a year off before going into graduate school after completing a bachelor as an undergraduate. Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 26
27. (120 ) ___ this time, students may engage in advanced academiccourses, extra-academic courses and non-academic courses, such as yearlong pre-college math courses, language studies, leaming a trade, art studies, volunteer work, travel, internships, sports and more. Gap years are sometimes considered a way for students to become independent and learn a great deal of (121 ) ___ prior to engaging in university life. Australians and New Zealanders have a tradition of travelling overseas independently (122) ___ a young age. In New Zealand, this is known as “doing an OE” (Overseas Experience). Sometimes, an OE is (123) ___ to one year, but often Australians and New Zealanders will remain overseas for three to five years, with many working short-term in Service industry jobs to fund their continuing travels. Europe and Asia are popular destinations for doing an OE. In Australia, through exchange programmes and benefits for youth, there are so many opportunities for a young person to broaden their (124)___ through travel in a gap year. (Source: wikipedia.org) 119. A. calling B. going C. taking D. turning 120. A. During B. When C. While D. By 121. A. responsible B. responsibility C. irresponsible D. irresponsibility 122. A. at B. on C. in D. for 123. A. distributed B. used C. spent D. limited 124. A. head B. mind C. brain D. memory Exercise 12. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, c, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks. EXAM OR CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT? How do you feel when you sit an exam? Do you always succeed in getting all your ideas down on paper, or do you sometimes feel that you’re (125) ___ a mess of it? (126)___ from those lucky few who sail through exams, most secondary school pupils find them very stressful. Many teachers are (127) ___ of the problems their students face and use a different method for measuring their progress: continuous. With continuous assessment, students are.given (128) tasks to do throughout the year. All their marks are added together to produce a total mark (129) ___ the end of the year. Students have to (130)___ more responsibility for their education because they can’t rely on doing well on just one day. Also, they have more time to think over their work, meaning that they are able to do their best. (Source: Destination B2) 125. A. doing B. having C. making D. taking 126. A. Apart B. According C. Except D. But 128. A. variety B. intelligent C. recognisable D. knowledgeable 129. A. at B. various C. vary D. variably Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 27
28. 129. A. at B. on C. in D. from 130. A. do B. get C. make D. take Part VI. WRITING Exercise 13. Mark the letter A, B, c, or D to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the following questions. 131. It’s only her second time in an international conference about further education. A. It was the second time she had been in an international conference about further education. B. She has only been in an international conference about further education once before. C. She has never been to any international conference about further education before. D. She has already got used to being in an international conference about further education. 132. I started writing this essay hours ago and it’s still not right. A. I have been writing this essay for hours and it’s stiỉl not right. B. It’s hours ago since 1 last wrote this essay correctly. C. The last time I started writing this essay was hours ago, which is still not right. D. I didn’t stop to write this essay hours ago and it’s still not right. 133. “You’d better work harder if you don’t want to retake the exam!” the teacher said to Jimmy. A. The teacher advised Jimmy to work harder if he didn’t want to retake the exam. B. The teacher ordered Jimmy to work harder if he didn’t want to retake the exam. C. The teacher reminded Jimmy to work harder if he didn’t want to retake the exam. D. The teacher warned Jimmy to work harder if he didn’t want to retake the exam. 134. Lisa has never studied abroad before. A. It’s the first time Lisa has ever studied abroad. B. It’s the last time since Lisa studied abroad. c. It was the first time Lisa had ever studied abroad. D. Never before Lisa has studied abroad. 135. The last time my friend wrote a letter to me was in February. A. I haven’t never received a letter from my friend since February. B. I last received a ỉetter from my friend Ịn February. C. It was in February since I first received a letter from my friend. D. My friend last wrote a letter to me when in February. Exercise 14. Mark the letter A, B, c, or D to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following questions. 136. Marie prepared her homework carefully. She could answer all the questions and got good marks. . A. Although she prepared her homework carefully, Marie could not answer all the questions and got good marks. Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 28
29. B. Having prepared her homework carefully, Marie could answer all the questions and got good marks. C. If she had prepared her homework carefully, Marie could have answered all the questions and got good marks. D. It was because of her careful preparation for the homework, Marie couldn’t answer all the questions and got good marks. 137. We have been trying to ỉearn English for vears. We haven’t succeeded yet. A. Although we have been trying to learn English for years, we haven’t succeeded yet. B. After we’ve been trying to learn English for years, we have succeeded. C. We haven’t succeeded yet since we have been trying to learn English for years. D. We have been trying to learn English for years, so we haven’t succeeded yet. 138. The teacher was giving the ỉesson. The lights went out. A. The lights went out as soon as the teacher started giving the lesson. B. If the teacher had been giving the lesson, the lights wouldn’t have gone out. C. The teacher was giving the lesson, so the lights went out. D. while the teacher was giving the lesson, the lights went out. 139. Our school started building a new canteen in June. They are still building it now. A. Our school have started buiỉding a new canteen from June till novv, B. Our school have been building a new canteen since June. C. Our school have built a new canteen now since started; in June. D. Our school are building the new canteen which started in June. 140. Henry only started learning English last year. However, he can now speak it like a native. A. If he had started learning Engỉish last year, Henry could now speak it like a native. B. After starting leaming English last year, Henry can now speak it lilce a native. C. Although he only started learning English last year, Henry can now speak it like a native. D. Henry, who has only started learning English since last year, can now speak it like a native. 91A 92C 93D 94A 95D 96A 97B 98A 99C 100A 101D 102B 103B 104C 105A 106C 107A 108D 109B 110D 111A 112D 113B 114A 115C 116B 117D 118C 119C 120A 121B 122A 123D 124B 125C 126A 127A 128B 129A 130D 131B 132A 133A 134A 135B 136B 137A 138D 139B 140C UNIT 8: OUR WORLD HERITAGE SITES Part I. PHONETICS Exercise I. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions. 1. A. scholar B. technique C. archaeology D. achievement 2. A. ancient B. concern C. associate D. special 3. A. itinerary B.abundant C. elegance D. landscape Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 29
30. 4. A. tomb B. dome C. mosaic D. poetic 5. A. numerous B. luxury C. perfume D. monument Exercise 2. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions. 6. A. archaeology B. itinerary C. unforgettable D. authenticity 7. A. magnificent B. associate C. mausoleum D. harmonious 8. A. religious B. masterpiece C. prestigious D. abundant 9. A. intact B. nightlife C. relic D. complex 10. A. cultural B. heritage C. memory D. represent Part II. VOCABULARY Exercise 3. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. 11. I’d like to book a room with a/an___of the sea. A. Outlook B. sight C. view D. scenery 12. When I’m on holiday, I enjoy ___. A. Getting sunburnt B. Getting sunstroke C. Having a sunbath D. Sunbathing 13. The most popular destinations for ___holidays are Spain, Italy, and Greece. A. Charter B. package C. packed D. packet 14. When you are staying at a popular resort, there are plenty of ___ to go on. A. Excursions B. expeditions C. pilgrimages D. sightseeing 15. One day when I’m rich and famous, I’m going to go on a round-the-world___ A. Cruise B. sail C. travel D. trip 16. You can save money by choosing a ___ holiday. A. Do-it-yourself B. self-catering C. Self-study D. survival 17. My favourite part of England is Cornwall. There’s some absolutely beautiful ___there. A. Nature B. signs C. scenery D. views 18. There’s a pretty little fishing village ___. A. By the sea B. on the sand C. on the beach D. by the shore 19. There’s a path that ___ out of the village to a beautiful 14th-century church. A. Follows B. moves C. takes D. leads 20. Costa Rica is one of the most beautiíul places I have ever visited. Wherever you go, you can see the ___ of volcanoes, some of which are still alive. Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 30
31. A. Tops B. heads C. mouths D. ends 21. The beaches were absolutely ___.Sometimes we were the only two people there. A. Unspoilt B. deserted C. natural D. romantic 22. Sri Lanka has some fantastic beaches – miles after miles of golden sand and___ water. A. Crystal clear B. Crystal clean C. light blue D. navy blue 23. The travel agent wasn’t to___ for the overbooking. A. Accuse B. charge C. blame D. claim 24. When I worked as a waiter, the hotel manager found ___ with everything I do. A. Blame B. complaint C. fault D. criticism 25. It can be quite busy here during the tourist ___ . A. Period B. phase C. stage D. season 26. I always enjoy our school___ to France. A. Excursion B. journey C. trip D. travel 27. Captain Cook discovered Australia on a ___to the Paciíic. A. Voyage B. cruise C. travel D. tour 28. The sunset over Niagara Fall is really a magnificent___ . A. Look B. sign C. view D. sight 29. The hotel where we are ___ is quite luxurious. A. Staying B. existing C. remaining D. living 30. Passengers requiring a special meal during the flight should inform the airline in ___ A. Ahead B. advance C. front D. forward 31. We usually do go by train, even though the car ___ is a lot quicker. A. Travel B. trip C. voyage D. journey 32. The area near the palace gates was ___ with tourists. A. Full B. crowded C. flooded D. covered 33. From the top of the cathedral tower there are some spectacular ___ of the surrounding countryside. A. Sights B. sites C. views D. scenery 34. She didn’t enjoy the Mediterranean ___ at all; she was seasick most of the time. A. Cruise B. tour C. voyage D. trip 35. Known as ‘Ha Long Bay on Land’, Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex is famous for its mountains, caves, and archaeological ___ . A. Excavations B. sites C. relics D. heritages Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 31
32. Exercise 4. Mark the letter A, B, c, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s)in each of the following questions. 36. The balance and harmonious blending of various elements contribute to Taj Mahal’s unique beauty. A. Successful B. agreeable C. tasteful D. fitting 37. My Son Sanctuary is a large complex of religious relics comprising more than 70 architectural works such as towers, temples, and tombs. A. Royal B. precious C. holy D. valuable 38. In addition to exploring the caves and grottos, and seeing its flora and fauna, visitors can also enjoy mountain climbing. A. Flowers and plants B. plants and animals C. Plants and vegetation D. flowers and grass 39. Ha Long Bay has attracted millions of visitors who come to enjoy its ‘ breathtaking views and experience other activities. A. Unbreathable B. heartbreaking C. Awe-inspiring D. unforgettable 40. They can enjoy the comfort and elegance of five-star hotels and luxury cruise ships. A. Style B. convenience C. Standard D. grace 41. Most of the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long was demolished in the early 20th century. A. Rebuilt B. pulled down C. put up D. pulled up 42. Taj Mahal is a giant mausoleum of white marble in Arga, India. It is considered to be an outstanding work of art. A. Noticeable B. attractive C. brilliant D. significant 43. Recognised as a World Heritage Site in 1983, the Taj Mahal Complex, including the tomb, mosque, guest house, and main gate, has preserved the original qualities of the buildings. A. Initial B. ancient C. unique D. perfect 44. As visitors explore this magnificent place, there are always new surprises for them. A. Interesting B. strange C. impressive D. unusual 45. The mausoleum represents the greatest architectural and artistic achievement of Muslim art. A. Contains B. includes C. claims D. embodies Exercise 5. Mark the letter A, B, c, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions. 46. Though built almost- five hundred years ago, the church remained practically intact. A. In perfection B. in ruins C. in chaos D. in completion 47. Tourists can do and see a lot in Ha Long Bay at a reasonable price. A. Inexpensive B. affordable C. cheap D. exorbitant 48. The major stone sections of the Citadel of the Ho Dynasty remain intact thanks to the unique construction techniques. A. Special B. common C. excellent D. ancient 49. The Imperial Citadel of Thang Long was first built during the Ly Dynasty and then expanded by subsequentdynasties. A. Following B. successive C. preceding D. next Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 32
33. 50. Visitors with more abundant travel budgets can enjoy the comfort of five-star hotels and luxury cruise ships. A. Huge B. plentiful C. mean D. tight Part III. GRAMMAR Exercise 6. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. 51. The best way___ London is by taking a guided tour. A. Of which to see B. to see C. Seeing D. in which you see 52. With its thousands of rocks and caves ___ out of the water, Ha Long Bay has won international recognition. A. Emerge B. to emerge C. emerging D. being emerged 53. Hoi An Ancient Town is a well-preserved example of a Southeast Asian trading port ___ from the 15th to the 19th ceníxiry. A. To date B. dated C. that date D. dating 54. We can also see the stone dragons of Kinh Thien Palace and relics associated with many Vietnamese royal families, ___ during archaeological excavations. A. Discovered B. being discovered C. To discover D. discovering 55. John F. Kennedy was the last US president ___ . A. To assassinate B. assassinated C. Assassinating D. to be assassinated 56. The Complex of Hue Monuments was the first site in Viet Nam ___ to the World Heritage List. A. Adding B. to add C. to be added D. added 57. The archaeological excavation ___ to the discovery of the ancient city lasted several years. A. Led B. leading C. to lead D. being led 58. Though ___ many centuries ago, the palace remains practically intact. A. Building B. to build C. built D. people built 59. I picked up some holiday brochures ___ around the table at the travel agency. A. To lie B. lying C. to be lying D. being lying 60. Situated on Cam Khe Hill, Tomb of Minh Mang is one of the most interesting royal tombs ___ in Hue. A. To visit B. visited C. visiting D. being visited 61. You may choose one from the five World Heritage Sites in Viet Nam___ in this leaflet to visit on your next field trip. A. Includes B. including C. included D. to include Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 33
34. 62. ___ UNESCO criteria for outstanding universal value to humanity, Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex was added to the World Heritage List in 2014. A. Meeting B. Met C. To meet D. Having met 63. The most magnificent feature of Taj Mahal___ is the Central dome. A. Noticed B. being noticed C. to notice D. noticing 64. Scientists___ on the site found many ancient tools, tombs and pottery, and made some important archaeological discoveries. A. Worked B. working C. to work D. to be working 65. with an average of 320 days of sunshine a year, the coastline offers the perfect holiday destination for anyone ___ to switch off and unwind. A. BlessedAvanting B. Blessing/wanting C. Blessed/wants D. Blessing/wanted 66. Southern Spain’s Costa del Sol, ___ from Nerja in the east to Manilva in the west, is one of the most fascinating tourist areas in the world. A. Stretches B. stretching C. stretched D. being stretched 67. As well as its beautiful sun-soaked beaches and excellent gastronomy, the region boasts no fewer than thirty golf courses, ___ amateurs and professionals alike with year-round golfmg opportunities. A. Provides B. provided C. providing D. is providing 68. The Saga Rose is a good-looking ship. ___ in 1965, she is highly regarded by marine experts for her elegant lines. A. Launching B. Was launched C. To launch D. Launched 69. I took up salsa, ___ by dance teacher, Thabo, who made us believe we were good enough to perform in front of passengers and crew. A. Was inspired B. inspiring C. inspired D. was inspiring 70. The electromagnetic fields can also cause responses in the brain, ___ observers into thinking they are seeing even more vivid impressions. A. Tricking B. tricks C. trick D. tricked 71. Henry VIII of England was the only king___ six times. A. To marry B. married C. was married D. marrying 72. Travellers are faced with a lot of destinations ___ from. A. Choosing B. choose C. to be choosing D. to choose 73. I think China will be the next country ___ the Olympic Games. A. Who host B. hosting C. to host D. hosted Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 34
35. 74. At 24, William Pitt was the youngest person___Prime Minister. A. Becoming B. to become C. became D. was become 75. Tourists ___ the train from London to Stratford have to change at Coventry. A. Take B. taking C. to take D. who takes 76. The Capital city of Ecuador was the first city in the world ___ a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. A. To declare B. declared C. declaring D. to be declared 77. Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex is the 8th World Heritage in Viet Nam ___by UNESCO. A. To be recognised B. to recognise C. Recognising D. recognised 78. The London Tower Bridge,___ 244 metres long, is a World Heritage Site. A. Measures B. measured C. measuring D. is measured 79. Scholars believe that there are still relics ___ under the tomb and awaiting to be excavated. A. Burying B. buried C. are burying D. are buried 80. ___ the email – supposedly from Boyd’s Bank – to be genuine, she was tricked into disclosing her credit card details. A. Believe B. Being believed C. To believe D. Believing Exercise 7. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions. Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 35
36. 1 D 2 B 3 D 4 A 5 B 6 B 7 C 8 B 9 A 10 D 11 C 12 D 13 B 14 A 15 A 16 B 17 C 18 A 19 D 20 A 21 B 22 A 23 C 24 C 25 D 26 C 27 A 28 D 29 A 30 B 31 D 32 B 33 C 34 A 35 C 36 B 37 C 38 B 39 C 40 D 41 B 42 C 43 A 44 C 45 D 46 B 47 D 48 B 49 C 50 D 51 B 52 C 53 D 54 A 55 D 56 C 57 B 58 C 59 B 60 A 61 C 62 D 63 C 64 B 65 A 66 B 67 C 68 D 69 C 70 A 71 A 72 D 73 C 74 B 75 B 76 D 77 A 78 C 79 B 80 D 81 A 82 A 83 A 84 C 85 D 86 A 87 C 88 A 89 C 90 A Part IV. SPEAKING Exercise 8. Mark the letter A, B, c, or D to indicate the correct response to each of the following exchanges. 91. “I’m not hot. I’m absolutely roasting” – “ ___” A. You lucky thing! I’m sure you’ll enjoy it. B. Let’s go and cool down in the sea. C. You’ll get a lovely suntan. D. Maybe you’ve got a sun stroke. 92. “Why don’t you take your T-shirt off?” – “ ___ ” A. That sounds like a good idea. B. Yes, let’s take it off. C. No, of course not. It’s boiling here. D. Because I don’t want to get sunburnt. 93. “ ___ ” – “That’s a good idea! Then we’ll still have a couple of hours left.” A. I’d like to suggest we see the Imperial first. Then we’ll have more time for the second attraction. B. Why don’t we see the Imperial first? Then we’II have more time for the second attraction. C. What do you think about we see the Imperial first? Then we’ll have more time for the second attraction. D. How about see the Imperial first? Then we’ll have more time for the second attraction. 94. ___ “ ” – “I’d like to see a cultural one.” A. Would you like to visit a natural or a cultural world heritage site? B. Which site is worth visiting in Hue? The Citadel or the Royal Tombs? C. Would you like to go to Tomb of Minh Mang or the Citadel of the Ho Dynasty? D. Do you prefer seeing the Citadel of the Ho Dynasty or Tomb of Minh Mang 95. “Can you recommend a good guest house in this area?” – “ ___ ” A. I know. I prefer a B&B round the eomer. B. Yes, there’s a nice B&B round the comer. C. Wow! It’s very kind of you to ask me. D. Let’s stop at the first hotel we find. 96. ___ “ ” – “Why don’t we thumb a Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 36
37. A. Where shall we stay? Can you recommend a good place in town? B. How can we carry all this luggage by ourselves? It’s too heavy for us. C. Poor us! We’ve spent a whole day on the road. D. How are we going to get home? We haven’t got enough money for a taxi. 97. “Last year, we went to one of those resorts where everything – food and drink is free” – “___ ” A. Wow! I didn’t realise you were such snobs! B. Really? I prefer to go somewhere a bit quieter. C. It sounds great. I’ve never been on an all-inclusive holiday. D. If you want all your meals and drinks included, you can stay on an all-inclusive basis. 98. “My back feels sore. Does it look a bit red?” – “ ___ ” A. Yes, it does. I think you’ll get a lovely suntan. B. Yes, it does. Probably you should go for a swim. C. Yes, it does. It’s important to go for a paddle. D. Yes, it does. Perhaps you should keep out of the sun for the rest of the day. 99. ___ ” – “No, not yet. I might call in at the travel agent’s on the way home and pick up a few brochures.” A. Have you decided where you’re going on holiday this year? B. Have you booked the flight tickets for your holiday this year? C. Have you discussed whether or not to go on holiday this year? D. All are correct. 100. ‘I’m really fed up with work at the moment. I need a break.” – “ ___ ” A. Why shouldn’t you take next Friday off and have a long weekend in Paris or Amsterdam? B. I would advise you to take next Friday off and have a long weekend in Paris or Amsterdam. C. Why don’t you take next Friday off and have a long weekend in Paris or Amsterdam? D. You’re highly recommended taking next Friday off and have a long weekend in Paris or Amsterdam. 101. “Are you going to Wales again this year?” – “ ___ ” A. I’m going somewhere abroad where I can be sure of some sun. B. Not likely! I’m going somewhere abroad where I can be sure of some sun. C. Sure! I’m going somewhere abroad where I can be sure of some sun. D. Actually, I’m going somewhere abroad where I can be sure of some sun. 102. “___ ” – “Glorious! Warm and sunny every day.” A. What was the beach like? B. What was the weather like? Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 37
38. C. What was the hotel like? D. What were the people like? 103. “___ ” – “Well, most of the citadel was demolished in the early 20th century.” A. Is it still intact or in ruins? C. Is it a significant geological site? B. Has it been pulled down? D. What has happened to it? 104. ___ “ ” – “Let’s go to the Citadel.” A. Is the Citadel of the Ho Dynasty a natural or cultural world heritage site? B. Shall we go to the Citadel of the Ho Dynasty or do you want to see another site? C. When is the best time to visit the Citadel of the Ho Dynasty? In spring or summer?’ D. Why do you recommend the Citadel of the Ho Dynasty? Is there anything special? 105. “Why is Taj Mahal considered to be an outstanding work of art?” – “ ___ ” A. Because it was built by order of the. Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his favourite wife. B. Because legend has it that Shah Jahan made a promise to build his wife the most beautiful tomb ever known. C. As acknowledged by UNESCO, it represents the greatest architectural and artistic achievement of Muslim art. D. Because the Taj Mahal Complex, including the tomb, mosque, guest house, and main gate has preserved the original qualities of the buildings. Part V. READING Exercise 9. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks. TOURISM Tourism is a big business. Millions of people around Europe spend their winters planning their destinations for the following summer, and their summers (106) ___ to foreign climes for two weeks in the sun. They are the modern-day descendants of the aristocrats and the wealthy who would (107) ___ months to complete the “Grand Tour” of Europe. But unlike their forefathers, tourists these days get a bad press. They’re not (108) ___in the local culture, we’re (109) ___ ; they’re just after the chance to behave a bit more wildly than they do at home. What’s more, they damage the local environment and don’t respect the locals and their (110)___ of life. But are tourists really to (111) ? Or is it the (112) ___ of the tourist industry, which has (113) ___ to provide reasonably-priced alternatives? And if the local resort only offers a succession of bars for the tourists to visit, can we really (114) ___ them for not doing more cultural activities? One holiday company, Far and Away, (115) ___ that tourists are crying out for more cultural holidays and believes that it has (116) ___ to come up with a range of package holidays which are affordable, culturally interesting, and environmentally friendly. Their brochure, which is to be (117)___ later this month, offers 200 holidays based on cultural themes, including history and architecture, learning the language, meeting the locals. (Source: Skills for FCE: Use of English) Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 38
39. 106. A. taking away B. moving away C. taking off D. jetting off 107. A. spend B. make C. take D. pass 108. A. devoted B. eager C. keen D. interested 109. A. told B. informed C. convinced D. said 110. A. way B. mamner C. standard D. means 111. A. criticise B. fault C. blame D. accuse 112. A. criticism B. fault C. blame D. accusation 113. A. avoided B. lost C. missed D. failed 114. A. accuse B. charge C. criticise D. arrest 115. A. claims B. mentions C. informs D. persuades 116. A. succeeded B. managed C. achieved D. resulted 117. A. brought up B. brought out C. brought off D. brought around Exercise 10. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions. One of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the Great Pyramid of Giza was a monument of wisdom and prophecy built as a tomb for Pharaoh Cheops in 2720 B.G. Despite its antiquity, certain aspects of its construction make it one of the truly great wonders of the world. The thirteen-acre structure near the Nile River is a solid mass of stone blocks covered with limestone. Inside are a number of hidden passageways and the burial chamber for the Pharaoh. It is the largest single structure in the world. The four sides of the pyramid are aligned almost exactly on true north, South, east, and west – an incredible engineering feat. The ancient Egyptians were sun worshipers and great astronomers, so computations for the Great Pyramid were based on astronomical observations. Explorations and detailed examinations of the base of the structure reveal many intersecting lines. Further scientific study indicates that these represent a type of timeline of events – past, present, and future. Many of the events have been interpreted and found to coincide with known facts of the past. Others are prophesied for future generations and are currently under investigation. Many believe that pyramids have supernatural powers, and this one is no exception. Some researchers even associate it with extraterrestrial beings of the ancient past. Was this superstructure made by ordinary beings, or one built by a race far superior to any known today? (Source: TOEFL Cliffs) 118. The word “intersecting” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to ___ . A. Crossing B. aligning C. observing D. cutting 119. What do the intersecting lines in the base symbolise? A. Architects’ plans for the hidden passage. B. Pathways of the great solar bodies C. Astrological computations D. Dates of important events taking place throughout time. 120. The word “prophesied” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to___ . A. Affiliated B. precipitated C. terminated D. foretold 121. Extraterrestrial beings are ___ . A. Very strong workers B. Astronomers in the ancient times C. Researchers in Egyptology D. Living beings from other planets 122. What is the best title for the passage? A. Symbolism of the Great Pyramid B. Problems with the Construction of the Great Pyramid Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 39
40. C. Wonders of the Great Pyramid of Giza D. Exploration of the Burial Chamber of Cheops Exercise 11. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions. MY 25,000 WONDERS OF THE WORLD The coaches at the Uluru Sunset Viewing Area were parked three deep. Guides were putting up tables and setting out wines and snacks. Ten minutes to go. Are we ready? Five minutes, folks. Got your cameras? OK, here it comes Whether an American backpacker or a wealthy traveller, Danish, British, French, we all saw that sunset over Uluru, or Ayer Rock, in what seems to be the prescribed tourist manner: mouth full of com chips, glass full of Chateau Somewhere, and a loved one posing in a photo’s foreground, as the all-time No 1 Australian icon behind us glowed briefly red. Back on the coach, our guide declared our sunset to be ‘pretty good, although not the best she’d witnessed in her six years. Behind me, Adam, a student from Manchester, reinserted his iPod earphones: ‘Well, that’s enough of that rock.’ Indeed. Shattered from getting up at five in order to see Uluru at dawn, I felt empty and bored. What was the point? What made this rock the definitive sunset rock event? Why had we come here? Well, I suppose my sons would remember it always. Except they’d missed the magical moment while they checked out a rival tour group’s snack table, which had better crisps. So now I’ve visited four of the “25 Wonders of the World”, as decreed by Rough Guides. And I think this will be the last. While in my heart I can see myself wandering enchanted through China’s Forbidden City, in my head I know I would be standing grumpily at the back of a group listening to some Imperial Palace Tour Guide. At the Grand Canyon I would be getting angry with tourists watching it through cameras – eyes are not good enough, since they lack a recording facility. As we become richer and consumer goods are more widely affordable, and satisfy us only briefly before becoming obsolete, we tum to travel to provide us with ‘experiences’. These will endure, set us apart from stay- at-home people and maybe, fill our lives with happiness and meaning. Books with helpful titles like 1,000 Places to See Before You Die are bestsellers. I’d bet many backpacks on the Machu Picchu Inca Trail are filled with copies, with little ticks penciled in the margins after each must-see sight has been visited. Travel is now the biggest industry on the planet, bigger than armaments or pharmaceuticals. And yet viewing the main sight of any destination is rarely the highlight of a trip. Mostly it sits there on your itinerary like a duty visit to a dull relative. The guilt of not visiting the Sistine Chapel, because we preferred to stay in a bar drinking limoncello, almost spoilt a weekend in Rome. In Queensland, the Great Barrier Reef reproached us. How could we travel 15,000 miles without seeing it? How would we explain back home that we were too lazy, and preferred to stay playing a ball game in our hotel pool? In the end, we went to the reef and it was fine. But it won’t rank highly in the things I’ll never forget about Australia. Like the fact that the banknotes are made of waterproof plastic: how gloriously Australian is that? Even after a day’s surfing, the $50 note you left in your surfing shorts is still OK to buy you beer! And the news item that during a recent tsunami warning, the surfers at Bondi Beach refused to leave the sea: what, and miss the ride of their lives? Or the stem warning at the hand luggage X-ray machine at Alice Springs airport: ‘No jokes must be made whilst being processed by this facility’ – to forestall, no doubt, disrespectful Aussie comments: ‘You won’t find the bomb, mate. It’s in my suitcase.” The more I travel, the clearer it seems that the truth of a place is in the tiny details of everyday life, not in its most glorious statues or scenery. Put down your camera, throw away your list, the real wonders of the world number indefinitely more than 25. (Source: New English Files) Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 40
41. 123. What does the author mean by ‘the prescribed tourist manner’ in paragraph 2? A. They are all backpackers. B. They are all wealthy travellers. C. They are all interested in seeing the wonders of the world. D. They all eat, drink and do the same things at the sites of the world wonders. 124. What did the author think or feel after seeing the sunset over Ayer Rock? A. She thought it was pretty good. B. She felt exhausted, empty, and bored. C. She thought that was enough. D. She thought this rock was the definitive sunset rock event. 125. Why does she think that Uluru is probably the last ‘wonder of the world’ she will see? A. She doesn’t like wandering around the wonders. B. She doesn’t enjoy the Imperial Palace Tour Guide. C. She doesn’t like watching the wonder through a camera. D. She doesn’t want to explore the sites the way people around her do. 126. What kind of tourists is she criticising when she says ‘eyes are not good enough’ in paragraph 4? A. Those who stand grumpily at the back of the group B. Those who wander enchanted through the site C. Those who look at the wonders through their cameras D. Those who lack a recording facility 127. According to the author, what do a lot of backpackers carry with them nowadays? A. Books with helpful titles B. books that are bestsellers C. Copies of must-see sights D. little pencils 128. The author compares visiting the main tourist sights to ___ . A. Armaments B. pharmaceuticals C. A trip highlight D. a duty visit to a dull relative 129. What does she mean by ‘the Great Barrier Reef reproached us’ in paragraph 6? A. The Great Barrier Reef is worth visiting if you are in Australia. B. It is fine to visit the Great Barrier Reef when you are in Australia. C. It seems wrong not to visit the Great Barrier Reef once you are in Australia. D. The Great Barrier Reef is an unforgettable sight in Australia. 130. All of the following are mentioned in the article as memorable aspects of Australia EXCEPT___. A. Banknotes made of waterproof plastic Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 41
42. B. The fine visit to the Great Barrier Reef C. The surfers at Bondi Beach refusing to leave the sea despite tsunami warning D. the stem warning at the hand luggage X-ray machine at Alice Springs airport. Part VI. WRITING Exercise 12. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the following questions. 131. Visitors come to admire the relics that were excavated from the ancient tombs. A. Visitors come to admire the relics excavating from the ancient tombs. B. Visitors come to admire the relics excavated from the ancient tombs. C. Visitors come to admire the relics being excavated from the ancient tombs. D. Visitors come to admire the relics to be excavated from the ancient tombs. 132. The Citadel of the Ho Dynasty, which is located in Thanh Hoa Province, was added to UNESCO’s World Heritage List in 2011. A. Locating in Thanh Hoa Province, the Citadel of the Ho Dynasty was added to UNESCO’s World Heritage List in 2011. B. Located in Thanh Hoa Province, the Citadel of the Ho Dynasty was added to UNESCO’s World Heritage List in 2011. C. The Citadel of the Ho Dynasty, that is located in Thanh Hoa Province, was added to UNESCO’s World Heritage List in 2011. D. The Citadel of the Ho Dynasty, locating in Thanh Hoa Province, was added to UNESCO’s World Heritage List in 2011. 133. The Complex of Hue Monuments, which lies along the Perfume River in Hue City, is a good example of a well-designed Capital city. A. The Complex of Hue Monuments, laying along the Perfume River in Hue City, is a good example of a well- designed Capital city. B. Laying along the Perfume River in Hue City, the Complex of Hue Monuments is a good example of a well- designed Capital city. C. Lying along the Perfume River in Hue City, the Complex of Hue Monuments is a good example of a well- designed Capital city. D. Laid along the Perfume River in Hue City, the Complex of Hue Monuments is a good example of a well- designed Capital city. 134. He has been living with his cousin for two months, but he’s looking for a place close to his university. A. Living with his cousin for two months, but he’s looking for a place close to his university. B. Being lived with his cousin for two months, but he’s looking for a place close to his university. C. Has lived with his cousin for two months, but he’s looking for a place close to his university. D. Having been living with his cousin for two months, but he’s looking for a place close to his university. 135. After we had chosen a destination for our holiday, we began preparing for the trip. Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 42
43. A. Chosen a destination for our holiday, we began preparing for the trip. B. Choosing a destination for our holiday, we began preparing for the trip. C. Having chosen a destination for our holiday, we began preparing for the trip. D. Having prepared for the trip, we chose a destination for our holiday. Exercise 13. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following questions. 136. A picture was stolen by art thieves. It was painted by Munch. A. Stolen by art thieves, a picture was painted by Munch. B. Painted by Munch, a picture was stolen by art thieves. C. A picture painted by Munch was stolen by art thieves. D. All are correct. 137. You can see Velazquez in this painting. He is standing in the background. A. Standing in the background, you can see Velazquez in this painting. B. You can see Velazquez, who is standing in the background, in this painting. C. You can see Velazquez standing in the background in this painting. D. Both B and C are correct. 138. The sculpture represents the biblical King David. It was carved in the early 1500s. A. The sculpture carved in the early 1500s represents the biblical King David. B. The sculpture, carved in the early 1500s, represents the biblical King David. C. Represented the biblical King David, the sculpture was carved in the early 1500s. D. Being represented the biblical King David, the sculpture was carved in the early 1500s. 139. Cats is one of the longest-running musicals in Britain. It was written by Andrew Lloyd Webber. A. Written by Andrew Lloyd Webber, Cats is one of the longest-running musicals in Britain. B. Cats, written by Andrew Lloyd Webber, is one of the longest-running musicals in Britain. C. Cats, one of the longest-running musicals in Britain, was written by Andrew Lloyd Webber. D. All are correct. 140. The Matrix was released in 1999. It stars Keanu Reeves. A. Releasing in 1999, The Matrix stars Keanu Reeves. B. Released in 1999, The Matrix stars Keanu Reeves. C. The Matrix released in 1999 stars Keanu Reeves. D. Both B and c are correct. 91B 92D 93B 94A 95B 96D 97C 98D 99A 100C 101B 102B 103A 104B 105C 106D 107C 108D 109A 110A Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 43
44. 111C 112B 113D 114C 115A 116B 117B 118A 119D 120D 121D 122C 123D 124B 125D 126C 127C 128D 129C 130B 131B 132B 133C 134D 135C 136C 137D 138B 139D 140B Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 44
45. UNIT 9: CITY OF THE FUTURE Part I. PHONETICS Exercise 1. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions. 1. A. dweller B. overcrowded C. network D. waste 2. A. commercial B. electricity C. advanced D. Processing 3. A. inhabitant B. geography C. radiation D. available 4. A. upgrade B. presentation C. description D. consumption 5. A. disposal B. optimistic C. population D. occupy Exercise 2. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions. 6. A. organiser B. comfortable C. technology D. populated 7. A. presentation B. pessimistic C. residential D. innovative 8. A. renewable B. sustainable C. insfrastructure D. environment 9. A. familiar B. generate C. assignment D. pollutant 10. A. overcrowded B. inhabitant C. geography D. convenient Part II. VOCABULARY Exercise 3. Mark the letter A, B, c, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. 11. Local authorities should fínd ways to limit the use of private cars and encourage city ___ to use public transport. A. Commuters B. planners C. dwellers D. people 12. To get ready for the presentation, we can start preparing the slides while Jeremy will do the ___ . A. speaking B. telling C. talking D. speech 13. Located about 60 km southwest of Seoul, this eco city has been planned around a Central park and designed so that every resident can walk to work in the business___ . A. District B. area C. location D. organisation 14. The waste ___ system here is also innovative. There are no rubbish trucks or waste bins in the Street. A. Dump B. disposal C. landfill D. throwaway 15. London is a/an ___ city. It’s a melting pot for people from all parts of the world. A. Intemational B. national C. metropolitan D. cosmopolitan 16. Cities in poorer countries often lack basic ___ . Without it, they are unable to function properly as cities. A. Structure B. construction C. infrastructure D. condition 17. The ___ of living m some places can be very high. Prices in London are particularly exorbitant. Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 45
46. A. Value B. price C. worth D. cost 18. Urban ___ is prevalent in most cities. Everywhere you go there are building sites, pedestrian precincts, blocks of flats, and housing estates spreading into the countryside. A. Sprawl B. expansion C. widening D. spread 19. This safe, ___ friendly city is like a paradise for its inhabitants who can enjoy the highest quality of life. A. Environment B. Environmental C. Environmentally D. environmentalist 20. ___ waste is putting city dweller’s health at a real risk. A. Treatment B. Untreated C. Non-treatment D. Non-treated 21. Every month, scientists invent new gadgets and ___ to help us with our daily lives, and discover ways to make existing technology faster and better. A. Experiments B. effects C. laboratories D. equipment 22. Unlike the country where the day often ends quite early in the evening, the city offers its people exciting___ . A. Activities B. performances C. nightlife D. night clubs 23. The roads are terrible. I’m always getting ___ in traffic. A. Stuck B. lost C. exhausted D. late 24. A pedestrian ___ is a specified place on the road where people can cross. A. Crossroads B. Crossing C. junction D. T-junction 25. Everything’ s bit more expensive here and property prices are extremely high. A lot of people have no choice but to live in the ___ and commute in to work. A. Outskirt B. suburbs C. city D. urban 26. It’s much safer for cyclists to get around these days with cycle ___ everywhere. A. lanes B. streets C. roads D. paths 27. The ___ is where you’ll find all the large department stores and banks. A. City heart B. town hall C. city centre D. business district 28. Exhaust ___ from cars are responsible for much of the air pollution in cities. A. Fumes B. smokes C. gases D. smog 29. Many factories still allow ___ , such as toxic waste, to flow into our rivers. A. Pollution B. litters C. garbage D. pollutants 30. Many commuters struggling to work through the rush-hour ___ ask ‘Is it worth it?’ Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 46
47. A. Congestion B. vehicles C. roads D. accidents 31. It is, perhaps, the daily stresses and ___ of the city which make life there a matter of survival rather than of enjoyment. A. Depresses B. strains C. demands D. challenges 32. Most cars nowadays are íĩtted with a security ___ of some kind. A. Motor B. gadget C. tool D. device 33. The greenhouse___ takes place when certain gases in the atmosphere trap sun’s heat. A. Emission B. gas C. effect D. affect 34. Pollution and heavy traffic are common problems in ___ cities. A. Cosmopolitan B. modem C. metropolitan D. overcrowded 35. Millions of people around the world still live in poverty. They are struggling every day simply to ___ . A. Get up B. get by C. get on D. get round Exercise 4. Mark the letter A, B, c, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions. 36. Today Islamabad is a thriving city of about 1 million people. It offers a healthy climate, a pollution-free atmosphere, plenty of water, and many green spaces. A. Healthy B. prosperous C. modem D. green 37. Scientists hope that this new drug will be a major breakthrough in the fíght against AIDS. A. New cure B. important therapy C. Sudden remedy D. dramatic development 38. They design and carry out projects aiming to reduce fossil fuel consumption, find renewable fuels for public transport, and promote other clean air efforts. A. Inexhaustible B. recyclable C. Green D. environmentally-friendly 39. The urban planners are working for Eco Inữastructure Network, whose main function is to deal with urban environmental problems to make Super Star City greener, cleaner, and more sustainable. A. Eye-catching B. developed C. Long-lasting D. friendly 40. If we have solar panels on our roofs, we’ll be able to generate our own electricity. A. Afford B. produce C. manufacture D. light 41. I believe the government will use advanced technology to build faster trains and make people’s life more comfortable. A. Modern B. expensive C. public D. latest 42. Many city dwellers, especỉally those in developing countries, still live in poverty. A. People B. migrants C. immigrants D. residents Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 47
48. 43. These projects have proved to be very effective in dealing with global climate change, which was considered an insoluble problem in the fírst 30 years of this century. A. Hard B. challenging C. unsolvable D. unbearable 44. There’s a real mix of people in Brighton, It has a very cosmopolitan feel to it. A. Busy B. hectic C. multi-cultural D. diversified 45. People who hold optimistic view believe that cities of the íuture will increase the general well-being of individuals and societies. A. Health state B. quality of life C. Level of development D. growth rate Exercise 5. Mark the letter A, B, c, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions. 46. If I take the pessimistic viewpoint, Tokyo won’t be a safe place to live in. A. Negative B. optimistic C. optical D. neutral 47. To reduce carbon emissions into the atmosphere, ways to limit the use of private cars must be found. A. Public B. personal C. common D. shared 48. People who live in towns and cities live in an urban environment. A. Remote B. deserted C. suburban D. rural 49. There is pollution not only of the physical environment because the various pressure of urban life causes cities to breed crime. A. Social B. mental C. moral D. manual 50. Governments have to join hands to solve the environmental problems on a global scale. A. Worldwide B. nationwide C. local D. intemational Part III. GRAMMAR Exercise 6. Mark the letter A, B, c, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. 51. This is the right DVD, ___ ? A. Isn’t this B. is this C. isn’t it D. is it 52. I’m not the only one,___ ? A. aren’t I B. am I C. am not I D. are not I 53. Let’s go out tonight, ___ ? A. Shall we B. will we C. could we D. would we 54. Don’t forget to write to me soon,___ ? A. Would you B. could you c. can you D. will you 55. Nothing ữightens you,___ ? A. Does it B. doesn’t it C. do they D. don’t they 56. Somebody’s just called my name,___? A. Hasn’t he B. didn’t he C. haven’t they D. have they 57. I suppose you don’t like the course,___ ? Lý Thái Huy – English 11 Page 48