Phần 1

(6 câu)
Câu 1

WE ARE HIRING!

We are looking for a caring Nursery Teacher to join our early childhood education team. This is a rewarding (1) __________ for anyone who is passionate about children. You will work with children aged 2-4 in a safe and fun learning environment. Your main duties involve organising educational activities and encouraging (2) __________ through play, music, and art.

Having previous preschool experience is definitely (3) __________ advantage for applicants. However, if you (4) __________ without experience, we will still offer you excellent training programs to help you succeed.

At our school, we support our staff's growth. You will have your professional skills (5) __________ by our senior teachers every month. We believe that you will quickly (6) __________ a good impression on everyone here. Please send your CV and cover letter to apply today!

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duty
career
labour
job
Câu 2:
creative
creatively
create
creativity
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the
a
Ø (no article)
an
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had been
will be
were
are
Câu 5:
be improved
improve
to improve
improved
Câu 6:
set
take
make
pay
Câu 2

UPCOMING ECOTOUR TO GREENWOOD NATIONAL PARK

Please read this short notice carefully before our wonderful school trip tomorrow!

We (1) __________ Greenwood National Park tomorrow morning. This large park is home to many rare birds, insects, and monkeys. We really need to start our journey early, (2) __________ please arrive at the main school gate by exactly 6:00 AM. A friendly local guide will show us around the forest and help us learn about the amazing animals living there.

Important Rules:

- Always stay (3) __________ the marked paths to keep the small plants and insects safe.

- Avoid (4) __________ any wild animals you see, as human food can easily make them sick.

- Remember that protecting the beautiful environment is even (5) __________ than taking good photos.

- Do not leave any trash behind because it can quickly destroy the animals' natural (6) __________.

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have visited
visit
are visiting
visited
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and
so
for
but
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at
on
in
under
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feeding
fed
to feed
feed
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as important
much important
most important
more important
Câu 6:
habitat
location
background
neighborhood
Câu 3

Câu 1:

a. Sarah: That's right. We really need stricter laws to stop the illegal hunting of these animals.

b. Mark: Did you read the article about the decline in the elephant population?

c. Sarah: Yes, it is so sad. I heard that habitat loss is the main reason for this issue.

d. Mark: Definitely. If we do not act now, they might disappear completely in the near future.

e. Mark: Losing their natural homes is terrible. But poaching is also a major threat to them.

e - a - d - c - b
b - a - e - c - d
b - c - e - a - d
e - c - d - a - b
Câu 2:

Dear Tom,

a. First, try to set up a fixed daily schedule and do your best to stick to it as if you were at school.

b. I heard you have been struggling to stay focused while trying to study at home lately.

c. Finally, remember that taking short, regular breaks can actually help keep your mind fresh and prevent tiredness.

d. Also, it is incredibly important to create a quiet study space that is far away from the comfort of your bed.

e. Self-study can certainly be challenging at first, but I have a few useful tips that might help you overcome this.

Best wishes,

Anna

b - e - a - d - c
e - b - a - c - d
a - d - c - b - e
b - a - d - c - e
Câu 3:

a. To help solve this growing issue, governments around the world should establish more marine protected areas where sailing is limited.

b. Furthermore, strict speed limits for all types of boats traveling through known whale habitats must be carefully enforced.

c. Whales across the world's oceans are currently facing a major threat from the rapid increase in heavy marine traffic.

d. As a direct result of this, many of these gentle giants are accidentally injured or killed by large commercial ships every year.

e. By taking these important actions together, we can successfully ensure a much safer natural environment for whales to survive and thrive.

c - d - e - a - b
c - d - a - b - e
c - a - e - d - b
c - a - b - d - e
Câu 4:

a. Bella: It simply means combining online classes with traditional classroom studying.

b. Alex: Ah, I get it now, thanks for making it clear!

c. Alex: Can you explain what you meant by "hybrid learning" earlier?

a - c - b
c - b - a
b - c - a
c - a - b
Câu 5:

a. After knowing yourself, you should research different industries that match your profile.

b. First, you need to understand your own strengths and personal interests.

c. Choosing the right career path requires careful thought and planning.

d. Finally, gaining practical experience through internships will help you make the final decision.

e. This step helps you see what daily tasks and skills are needed for those jobs.

c - a - b - d - e
c - b - e - d - a
c - e - d - b - a
c - b - a - e - d
Câu 4

Many people believe that learning is only for the young. However, this is simply not true. Scientific research shows that the human brain remains capable of learning new things throughout life. This means that (1) __________, from learning a foreign language to mastering modern technology with remarkable success.

In fact, keeping the mind active is absolutely essential for healthy aging. (2) __________, older people can significantly improve their memory and protect their brains against common diseases like dementia. Furthermore, participating in educational classes also offers great social benefits. It gives seniors a wonderful opportunity to meet new friends and share their valuable life experiences with others in the community. (3) __________.

Of course, the way older adults learn might be slightly different from younger students. They might occasionally need more time to process complex new information compared to teenagers. (4) __________. Also, they often have better focus, incredible patience, and a much deeper understanding of how the world works. (5) __________.

Ultimately, age should never be seen as a barrier to education or personal growth. Learning is truly a lifelong journey that keeps our minds sharp and our lives full of meaning and purpose.

Câu 1:
even in old age, they struggle to learn more
learning new things is best for older people
it is their ability which helps them learn later
older adults can still pick up new skills
Câu 2:
They take part in challenging mental activities
By engaging in challenging mental activities
Because mental activities are too challenging
In order to do challenging mental activities
Câu 3:
In fact, they can be socially active when they have better mental health
Their mental health would be improved if they connected with others
As a result, their mental health greatly improves social interaction
This social interaction greatly improves their mental well-being
Câu 4:
Their rich life experience, therefore, helps them learn more effectively
As a result, they might need more life experience to support learning
However, they possess a wealth of life experience that helps them learn
Despite this, their rich life experience gets rid of all learning challenges
Câu 5:
Their learning process might become highly effective if they possess these traits
Such personal qualities give older adults greater advantages than younger learners
These qualities are so effective that old people really enjoy their learning process
These personal qualities make their learning process highly effective and enjoyable
Câu 5

ACCOUNTING: MORE THAN JUST NUMBERS

1. When you ask people about boring jobs, many will immediately mention accounting. They often imagine an accountant as someone who sits quietly at a small desk all day, just typing endless numbers into a computer screen. People think it is a lonely job with no creativity. However, this popular profession is actually much more exciting, dynamic, and important than most people realize.

2. To begin with, accountants are often like financial detectives. When a business suddenly loses a large amount of money, accountants are the first people to investigate the problem. They look very closely at all the financial records to find out exactly where the cash went. Sometimes, they even discover serious crimes where workers have secretly stolen money from their own company. Solving these difficult money puzzles requires a lot of creative thinking and excellent problem-solving skills.

3. Furthermore, accountants play a major role in helping businesses grow and succeed. They do not just look at past numbers; they also actively plan for the future. Business managers frequently ask them for valuable advice on how to spend their budgets wisely. If a large company wants to open a new shop or invent a new product, it strongly needs an accountant to check if the new project is financially safe and possible.

4. Finally, modern accountants must communicate with many different kinds of people every day. They rarely work alone in a quiet room. Instead, they work in busy teams and often travel to different cities to meet their clients. They have to explain complex financial details in a simple way that everyone can quickly understand. Far from being a dull job, accounting is actually a highly social and interesting career that offers many surprising challenges.

Câu 1:

Which of the following is NOT mentioned in paragraph 1 as a common belief about accountants?

They just type numbers into a computer.
They have a lonely job with no creativity.
They earn a very high salary.
They sit at a small desk all day.
Câu 2:

The word investigate in paragraph 2 can be best replaced by __________.

report
explain
examine
solve
Câu 3:

Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 2?

People use these challenging money puzzles to test their creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
Excellent problem-solving skills are necessary for creative people to solve these challenging money puzzles.
People need creative thinking and excellent problem-solving skills to solve these challenging money puzzles.
Solving these challenging money puzzles helps people develop creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
Câu 4:

The word it in paragraph 3 refers to the __________.

large company
new shop
new product
valuable advice
Câu 5:

Which of the following is TRUE according to paragraph 3?

Accountants provide professional advice to help managers use their budgets effectively.
Accountants are the ones who decide whether a company should launch a new project.
Accountants usually analyze the financial risks after a business launches a new project.
Accountants mostly concentrate on analyzing a business's past financial performance.
Câu 6:

The word dull in paragraph 4 is OPPOSITE in meaning to __________.

exciting
relaxing
simple
popular
Câu 7:

Which paragraph compares the profession of accounting with another career?

Paragraph 2
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 1
Câu 8:

In which paragraph does the writer mention the communication and teamwork involved in accounting?

Paragraph 4
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 3
Câu 6

1. Many students believe that learning is simply about memorizing facts from a textbook to pass an exam. However, true education requires a much deeper level of active thinking. When you just read words on a page and try to remember them, you act as a passive learner. [I] Active learners, on the other hand, constantly process and analyze what they study. They do not just accept information; they ask meaningful questions about it to understand the core concepts. This habit of questioning makes a significant difference in how effectively knowledge stays in your long-term memory. [II]

2. A central component of this active learning process is critical thinking, which is absolutely essential for long-term academic success. [III] This vital skill involves carefully evaluating the information you receive instead of blindly trusting every source you find. For example, when reading an article, a critical thinker will consider the author's underlying purpose and look for solid evidence supporting the claims. When students engage deeply with the reading material, they are significantly more likely to apply their theoretical knowledge to solve practical real-world problems. They are no longer just storing raw data like a computer. Instead, they are building a flexible and creative network of ideas. If they encounter a difficult concept, they will tackle the issue from several different perspectives until it makes complete sense. [IV]

3. To develop better thinking habits in your daily learning routine, you can implement several highly practical methods. First, always try to explain what you have recently learned in your own words without looking at your study notes. If you can explain a complex topic simply to another person, it shows you truly grasp the subject. Second, consciously connect any new information to personal experiences or things you already know well. This deliberate action creates strong mental links that make recalling the detailed information much easier during stressful exam situations. Finally, take time each week to reflect on your learning progress to see what methods work best.

Câu 1:

According to paragraph 1, what is a characteristic of active learners?

They analyze and raise meaningful questions about the study materials.
They read words on a page carefully to store them in long-term memory.
They can pass exams easily without memorizing facts from textbooks.
They easily accept new information once they understand the core concepts.
Câu 2:

The word it in paragraph 1 refers to __________.

information
learning
memory
difference
Câu 3:

According to the passage, what does a critical thinker do when reading an article?

They carefully evaluate the given information and trust the most reliable sources.
They memorize data in order to build a flexible and creative network of ideas.
They consider the underlying purpose and try to memorize the solid evidence.
They evaluate the author's intention and search for reliable evidence.
Câu 4:

Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 2?

Theoretical knowledge can be applied in real-life situations if students provide reading resources that are related to their study.
Students who only focus on theories often struggle to solve practical problems despite reading the materials carefully.
A deep connection with the study resources greatly increases a student's chances of applying theories to real-life situations.
Having already solved practical problems in real life helps students engage more deeply with their reading materials.
Câu 5:

The word grasp in paragraph 3 mostly means __________.

explore
understand
enjoy
remember
Câu 6:

Which of the following is NOT stated in paragraph 3 as a method to develop better thinking habits?

Explaining recently learned information in your own words.
Taking time to reflect on your overall learning progress.
Memorizing complex academic topics word for word.
Connecting new knowledge to things you already know well.
Câu 7:

Which of the following best summarises paragraph 3?

Connecting new ideas to personal experiences helps students remember information and explain it to themselves.
Applying specific strategies like self-explanation and making connections can improve thinking habits in learning.
When students have good thinking habits, they can apply practical methods more successfully in their daily learning.
Reflecting on daily learning progress helps students understand difficult academic subjects and develop better thinking habits.
Câu 8:

Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?

Students who experience stressful exam situations usually have very strong mental connections.
Critical thinkers often use their personal experiences to evaluate an author's underlying purpose.
Simply reading a textbook repeatedly does not guarantee deep understanding of the subject.
Active learners do not need to memorize facts because they understand the core concepts.
Câu 9:

Where in the passage does the following sentence best fit?

This passive approach might help you pass a basic test, but it rarely leads to true understanding.

[IV]
[II]
[I]
[III]
Câu 10:

Which of the following best summarises the passage?

Active learning and critical thinking are essential practices that help students deeply understand and apply their knowledge.
Memorizing textbook facts and carefully evaluating information are both necessary steps to build a flexible network of ideas.
Critical thinking allows active learners to solve practical real-world problems without relying on theoretical knowledge.
Developing practical study habits such as self-explanation and making personal connections guarantees academic success.