Đề cương ôn tập Giữa kì 1 Tiếng Anh 12 Smart World (có lời giải)

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A. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

	Unit 1: Life Stories	Unit 2: Out into the World	Unit 3: World of Work
Speaking & Listening	- Understanding/ Telling stories about an event that had a big impact on your life - Understanding/ Telling stories about life experiences using idioms - Understanding/ Talking about the life of an inspiring person	- Understanding/ Talking about travel safety advice - Understanding/Using common travel language - Understanding/Telling an interesting story about a trip	- Understanding/ Talking about skills and characteristics needed for different jobs - Understanding/ Asking and giving personal opinions about jobs - Understanding/ Talking about the jobs of family members
Reading & Writing	- Reading a blog post about a life-changing trip - Reading/ Writing a biography of a famous person - Using time expressions in writing	- Reading an article about travel safety - Reading/ Writing a story about an interesting trip - Making narratives sound more interesting	- Reading an article about what makes a good pilot and architect - Reading/ Writing an essay about pros and cons of a family member’s job - Writing advantage and disadvantage essays
Language Focus	Vocabulary: - Related to life experience, events, and feelings Grammar: - The Past Continuous - Adverbial clauses of manner Pronunciation: - Sound changes: Elision of final /d/ - Sound changes: Assimilation /d/ ➝ /b/	Vocabulary: - Related to travel and travel safety, hotel features, and strong adjectives Grammar: - Conjunctions of time + gerunds - Polite indirect questions Pronunciation: - Sound change: Assimilation /n/ ➝ /ŋ/ - Sentence stress: Contrasting information	Vocabulary: - Related to jobs, job skills and benefits Grammar: - Prepositional verbs - would Pronunciation: - Sound changes: Intrusion of /j/ - Sound changes: Linking consonant to vowel

B. PRACTICE TESTS

PART 1. VOCABULARY AND GRAMMAR

Choose the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions.

Question 1. _____ what the Wi-Fi password is?

A. I'd love to know

B. Do you know if

C. Could you tell me

D. Please tell me

Question 2. Mary was late for her exam, so she had to cycle to school _____ her life depended it on it.

A. as usual

B. as soon as

C. as if

D. as fast

Question 3. _____ leaving the hotel room, bring a hat because it's sunny and hot.

A. After

B. Before

C. Since

D. For

Question 4. A man _____ at the monkeys in the zoo when a monkey _____ his glasses and ran away.

A. is looking / snatching

B. was looking / snatched

C. looks / snatches

D. looked / was snatching

Question 5. I don't think that Mark _____ in the field of construction.

A. won't work

B. couldn't work

C. wouldn't work

D. would work

Question 6. Some serious problems require the staff to think _____ creative solutions.

A. about

B. up

C. of

D. on

Question 7. The tourist _____ the night market when someone _____ his wallet.

A. visited / stole

B. is visiting / stole

C. was visiting / stole

D. was visiting / was stealing

Question 8. Frank _____ to me for arriving late because the plane was delayed half an hour.

A. apologised

B. said

C. was sorry

D. informed

Question 9. Be quiet! Let me concentrate _____ my homework.

A. to

B. by

C. on

D. for

Question 10. _____ boarding the plane, you will go through a metal detector.

A. After

B. Before

C. Since

D. For

Question 11. All employees must attend a skills training course at least twice a year to _____their technical skills.

A. catch up with

B. brush up on

C. put up with

D. live up to

Question 12. In times of economic crisis, companies are trying to _____ unnecessary expenses.

A. come up with

B. drop in on

C. cut down on

D. look out for

Choose 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.

Question 13. The plane departs at 8 a.m., so don't be late.

A. goes on

B. takes off

C. comes back

D. puts off

Question 14. “Was Helen pleased about getting that job?” – “Pleased? She was on cloud nine!”

A. exhausted

B. very proud

C. disappointed

D. extremely happy

Question 15. There was still a lot of unknown information prior to our first flight into space. People were unsure about what would happen to a human in space.

A. worried

B. uncertain

C. anxious

D. doubtful

Choose 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.

Question 16. Lily almost lost her nephew in the local market. Lily was so relieved when she found him at the car park.

A. thankful

B. embarrassed

C. worried

D. surprised

Question 17. Embracing new technologies will help the country to develop more quickly.

A. rejecting

B. obscuring

C. disobeying

D. contradicting

Question 18. I always get butterflies in my stomach before giving a presentation in front of the class.

A. surprised

B. nervous

C. indignant

D. calm 

Choose the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.

Question 19. Learning to ride a motorbike wasn't easy because I sometimes hit a tree and fall

                          A                                                                                                 B                     C

off while I was riding around a bend.

                       D

Question 20. Hi, I'd love to try some local dishes. Can you tell me about some restaurants nearby?  

                           A                B                                  C                                               D

Give the correct forms of the words in brackets.

Question 21. After the maths exam, I felt an incredible sense of _____. (RELIEVE)

Question 22. This church is a perfect example of medieval _____. (ARCHITECT)

Question 23. He decided to devote the rest of his life to scientific _____. (INVESTIGATE)

Question 24. When going sightseeing, leave your _____ in the hotel safe. (VALUE)

Question 25. My schedule is quite _____ - I could arrange to meet with you any day next week. (FLEXIBILITY)

Complete the sentence using the words or phrases in the box.

relieved

currency

physician

creative

check in

Question 26. While traveling, you should let your family members know about your itinerary and _____ regularly with them.

Question 27. The fans of Liverpool were _____ because their goalkeeper saved a goal.

Question 28. The content writer wasn't _____ enough to produce new advert ideas.

Question 29. You should change US dollars to the local _____ before shopping in a market.

Question 30. The _____ carefully examined the patient's medical history before performing an operation.

PART 2. PRONUNCIATION

Choose the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the others.

Question 1.

A. obese

B. complete

C. splendid

D. discrete

Question 2.

A. daughter

B. toughness

C. laughter

D. coughing

Question 3.

A. premise

B. client

C. crisis

D. silence

Question 4.

A. ceremonies

B. chores

C. attempts

D. rituals

Question 5.

A. collected

B. registered

C. intended

D. constructed

Choose the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that has a stress pattern different from the others.

Question 6.

A. property

B. origin

C. condition

D. publisher

Question 7.

A. technological

B. characteristic

C. punctuality

D. representative

Question 8.

A. renovate

B. establish

C. encourage

D. remember

Question 9.

A. industrial

B. meticulous

C. continuous

D. demographic

Question 10.

A. mechanical

B. eradicate

C. biography

D. confidence   

PART 3. LISTENING AND SPEAKING

Listen to Tyler and Susan talking about Tyler’s memorable travel experiences and decide whether the following statements are T (True) or F (False).      

Bài nghe:

Question 1. Tyler arrived at the hotel on June 16th.	_____
Question 2. When arriving at the hotel, Tyler realized that Tyler's dad had booked the wrong hotel.	_____
Question 3. Tyler's parents were really upset because they paid lots of money for another accommodation.	_____
Question 4. Tyler's sister started feeling unwell before breakfast.	_____
Question 5. When Tyler came back to the homestay, his sister was watching a movie.	_____

Listen to a man talking about what makes a good receptionist and complete each gap with ONE WORD.

Bài nghe:

Question 6. A receptionist is involved in lots of _____.

Question 7. Receptionists often create the first _____ for visitors at a company.

Question 8. Receptionists are required to _____ to deal with many customers' requests at a time.

Question 9. Working for a resort or a hotel, receptionists have to remember the kinds of rooms and _____.

Question 10. It's essential that receptionists stay _____ on technological advancements.

Listen to a radio interview about a well-known teacher. Then read the questions and choose the correct answer.

Bài nghe:

Question 11. When did Ký lose the use of his arms?

A. when he was a teenager

B. when he was in his 20s

C. when he was young

Question 12. How did Ký feel towards learning to write?

A. artistic

B. patient

C. responsible

Question 13. Which word best describes Ký as a student?

A. competitive

B. lazy

C. violent

Question 14. What did Ký become after graduating from university?

A. a celebrity

B. a doctor

C. a teacher

Question 15. What kind of problems did he face later in life?

A. poverty

B. health

C. loneliness

Choose the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the best option for each of the questions.

Question 16. Alice: I think that you will have a much better score than me.

                    Sam: _____.

A. I thought it was more difficult!

B. No, thanks. I can do it.

C. Yes, please. Just a bit!

D. You've got to be kidding me. I'm far from it!

Question 17. David: Could you kindly bring me some water?

                    Server: _____.

A. Water is healthy

B. It was delicious

C. I'll be back in a minute, sir

D. The restaurant closes at 9:00 p.m.

Question 18.

Andrew: Thanks for your advice on how to make presentation slides. It will help me get higher scores in the coming exams.

Olivia: _____.

A. No, thanks

B. I'm glad I could help

C. Congratulations

D. You'd better do it as soon as possible

Question 19. Brian: We're going skiing rock climbing this Saturday. Would you like to join us?

                    Nathan: _____.

A. Yes, you're such a good friend.

B. Do you think I would?

C. I wouldn't. Thank you.

D. Yes, I'd love to. Thanks.

Question 20.

Claire: We should visit Hà Giang and Sapa on the next vacation.

Mariam: _____. I don't think we have enough time for both of them.

A. But we have only three days

B. Maybe, we even have three days

C. Three days should be fine

D. No problem, we have only three days

PART 4. READING AND WRITING

Circle the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the options that best complete the advertisements.

WONDERTRAVEL'S CITY TOUR

Explore the vibrant city of Nha Trang on our guided tour! Visit (1) _____ landmarks, immerse yourself in local culture, and try delicious local dishes. Our knowledgeable (2) _____ will make your experience memorable. Join us for an unforgettable adventure, filled with breathtaking sights. You won't need to bring anything (3) _____ your interest in exploration. Book your city tour today!

Question 1.

A. economical

B. technical

C. historical

D. fictional

Question 2.

A. receptionists

B. photographers

C. waiters

D. tour guides

Question 3.

A. and

B. but

C. with

D. or

Circle the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to make a meaningful paragraph in each of the following questions.

Question 4.

a. At the hotel, after showing your passport to the receptionist, remember to put it back carefully.

b. Then, you can catch a taxi to your hotel.

c. This simple step is crucial to keep your identification safe.

d. After landing at the airport, you should keep your luggage zipped or locked carefully.

e. To ensure positive travel experiences, try to follow the following tips.

A. c-d-a-b-e

B. a-c-d-e-b

C. e-d-b-a-c

D. e-b-c-a-d

Question 5.

a. Men didn't treat her well, but she worked hard and discovered great things about radioactivity.

b. She worked as a scientist when very few women chose that job at the end of the 19th century.

c. Her entire life proved that people should always improve themselves to achieve great things.

d. Born in Poland, Marie Curie was the first woman to win the Nobel Prize twice.

e. Curie also contributed to finding treatments for cancer.

A. d-b-a-e-c

B. d-a-b-c-e

C. e-a-c-d-b

D. c-a-e-b-d

Choose the word (A, B, C or D) that best fits the blank space in the following passage.

    The Independence Palace is a famous historic building in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. (6) _____ and completed in 1871 by Pierre-Paul de la Grandiere. It was used as the residence of the French colonial government. In 1962, (7) _____, the famous architect Ngô Viết Thụ started to design the palace. The new palace was completed in 1966. The Palace has a surface area of 120,000 square meters and is surrounded by 4 main streets. (8) _____. Behind the main building area, there are grass yards and old trees, (9) _____ are over 80 years. This building was used (10) _____.

    Nowadays, the Independence Palace is one of the attractive landmarks in Ho Chi Minh City. It's (11) _____.

Question 6.

A. in 1868, starting the construction

B. The construction started in 1868

C. In 1968, to start the construction

D. The construction was started in 1868

Question 7.

A. because of being heavily damaged

B. because it was heavily damaged

C. despite being heavily damaged

D. so it was heavily damaged

Question 8.

A. In the front yard of the Palace is an oval-shaped lawn

B. In the oval-shaped lawn of the Palace, there is a front yard

C. The Palace is in the front yard of an oval-shaped lawn

D. The Palace is on an oval-shaped lawn of the front yard

Question 9.

A. few of whom

B. little of which

C. many of whom

D. many of which

Question 10.

A. to meet governments

B. for governments to meet

C. for government meetings

D. for meeting governments

Question 11. A. visited by many popular tourists who love historic sites

B. popular and visited by many tourists who love historic sites

C. a historic site visited by many popular tourists

D. a site visited by many popular tourists who love history

Read the text and circle the correct answers.

    Aline White is an inspiring person who has achieved her goal of getting a full scholarship to college. She was born in Washington D.C. in 1976 and had dreams of being successful from an early age.

    In her early years, life was very difficult for Aline. She came from a very poor family and many times they didn't have enough food to eat or a place to live. She changed schools often because she didn't have a permanent home. But she was determined to be a good student and pass all her exams.

    Despite being homeless, Aline never gave up on her dream. At the age of eighteen, she graduated from Anacostia High School as one of the top students. Her hard work earned her a full scholarship to Virginia University. Four years later, Aline graduated with a bachelor's degree in Justice and Peace studies. After that, she worked with non-profit organizations and government agencies to help homeless people, so they were really grateful to her. Today, she still helps the poor through public speaking events.

    Aline White is a special person because she has worked through her struggles and helped other people. I admire her because she continued to work toward her goals in spite of serious obstacles. She realized education was the way out and worked hard. After all, hard work can change everything.

Question 12. What would be the best title for the passage?

A. The Woman of Charity

B. The Woman of Struggles

C. The Woman of the Homeless

D. The Woman of Determination

Question 13. The phrase “gave up on her dream” in paragraph 3 mostly means _____.

A. stopped dreaming about the future

B. stopped seeing something in her dream

C. quit looking for a new home

D. quit following her targets

Question 14. The word “they” in paragraph 3 refers to _____.

A. the homeless

B. agencies

C. organizations

D. studies

Question 15. According to paragraph 2, Aline was determined to become a good student although _____.

A. her parents didn't want her to go to university.

B. she had to work as a child to help her poor family.

C. she went to different schools.

D. she had to help her mom with the cooking.

Question 16. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the text?

A. Aline never stopped trying to complete her studies.

B. Aline experienced lots of problems in her childhood.

C. The homeless were thankful to Aline for her contribution.

D. Aline was among the best students at Virginia University.

Choose the word (A, B, C or D) to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following questions.

Question 17. Phong Nha - Ke Bang was formed about 400 million years ago. It is the oldest karst in Asia.

A. Phong Nha - Ke Bang that is the oldest karst in Asia was formed about 400 million years ago.

B. Phong Nha - Ke Bang, which is the oldest karst in Asia, was formed about 400 million years ago.

C. Phong Nha - Ke Bang which is the oldest karst in Asia was formed about 400 million years ago.

D. Phong Nha - Ke Bang, that is the oldest karst in Asia, was formed about 400 million years ago.

Question 18. Mary had lots of homework to do. She didn't want to go out with us.

A. Had lots of homework to do, Mary didn't want to go out with us.

B. Having lots of homework to do, Mary doesn't want to go out with us.

C. Had lots of homework to do, Mary doesn't want to go out with us.

D. Having lots of homework to do, Mary didn't want to go out with us.

Question 19. The weather was very bad. They had to cancel the picnic immediately.

A. The weather was too bad that the picnic was cancelled immediately.

B. The picnic would be cancelled immediately so the weather was bad.

C. The weather was so bad that they had to cancel the picnic immediately.

D. The picnic was cancelled even though the weather was too bad.

Choose the word (A, B, C or D) to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the following questions

Question 20. People say the film bears no resemblance to the original novel.

A. The film is said to be very similar to the original novel.

B. The film is said to be completely different from the original novel.

C. The film and the original novel are said to resemble in many ways.

D. The film and the original novel are said to differ in some ways.

Question 21. After we had read the inspiring stories about those who reduced their carbon footprint, we started to change our consumption habits.

A. Having read the inspiring stories about those who reduced their carbon footprint, we started to change our consumption habits.

B. Since reading the inspiring stories about those who reduced their carbon footprint, we didn't change our consumption habits.

C. Due to reading the inspiring stories about those who reduced their carbon footprint, we started to change our consumption habits.

D. Despite reading the inspiring stories about those who reduced their carbon footprint, we didn't change our consumption habits.

Rewrite each of the following sentences in another way so that it means almost the same as the sentence printed before it.

Question 22. Mary apologized to Jeremy. Her jokes had caused many troubles for him. (HAVING CAUSED)

→ ___________________________________________________.

Question 23. She thought about the last two years when she were packing her things.

→ While packing _______________________________________.

Question 24. Jason talks about the topic. He seems to know everything about it, but actually he doesn’t. (AS IF)

→ Jason _____________________________________________.

Question 25. I wish I had learnt to cook when I still stayed with my family.

→ I regret ____________________________________________.

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Phòng Giáo dục và Đào tạo ...

Đề thi Giữa kì 1 Tiếng Anh 12

Bộ sách: Smart World

năm 2025

Thời gian: .... phút

Listen to a man talking about an American engineer and complete each gap with ONE word.

Bài nghe:

Question 1. As a child, Clark was passionate about building and _______ things.

Question 2. Graduating from Howard University, Clark became the first woman to obtain a(n) _______ in mechanical engineering.

Question 3. She helped to _______ the engine of the rocket Saturn V at NASA.

Question 4. She won lots of _______ for contributing to the US modern science.

Question 5. Besides Clark's significant contributions to science, she was a(n) _______ to many female engineers.

Circle the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the others.

Question 6. A. anxious              B. thankful             C. amazed                  D. angry

Question 7. A. relieved             B. amazed              C. depressed     D. surprised

Circle the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that has a stress pattern different from the others.

Question 8. A. sadness              B. career                C. section                    D. anger

Question 9. A. assignment        B. listener              C. document     D. discipline

Circle the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the best option for each of the following questions.

Question 10. Rachel sometimes complains _______ wearing a uniform at work because she doesn’t feel comfortable.

A. at

B. to

C. about

D. over

Question 11. Would you mind _______ me how to get to the nearest bus stop?

A. tell

B. to tell

C. telling

D. to telling

Question 12. The tourists were screaming when the zookeeper _______ up the snake and put it into a bag.

A. picked

B. pick

C. was picking

D. is picking

Question 13. He spoke English _______ he had lived in an English-speaking country for a long time.

A. as usual

B. as well

C. as yet

D. as though

Question 14. _______ leaving the hotel room, bring a hat because it’s sunny and hot.

A. After

B. Before

C. Since

D. For

Circle the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the options that best complete the advertisement/letter.

NOTTINGHAM ZOO Discover (15) _______ wonders of nature at our zoo! See amazing wild animals from around the world. Perfect for families, our zoo is (16) _______ fun and educational. Come and explore wildlife conservation while enjoying a day of adventure and (17) _______ with the creatures that share our planet.

Question 15. A. a                       B. an                      C. the                      D. no article

Question 16. A. both                 B. either                 C. neither                    D. also

Question 17. A. connect            B. connection         C. connector               D. connected

Hi Michelle, How are things? I'm going to make (18) _______ important decision on my future career, but I'm not sure (19) _______ job is suitable for me. I hope you can give me some advice. I'm considering working as a software developer because I've always been interested in (20) _______ and coding. What do you think? Write back soon, David

Question 18. A. a                       B. an                      C. the                      D. no article

Question 19. A. which               B. what                  C. who                     D. whose

Question 20. A. education         B. finance               C. medicine                D. technology

Circle the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to make a meaningful paragraph in each of the following questions.

Question 21.

a. His mom taught him all the recipes she knew by the time he was 12 years old.

b. At the age of 31, he decided to move to another town and open his own restaurant successfully.

c. When he finished high school, he started working in a local restaurant until he became a chef six years later.

d. As a young boy, Luke Brown had a strong interest in food and management.

e. Today, with his ambition and excellent talents, Brown is the owner of 5 excellent restaurants in five cities.

A. d - a - c - b - e

B. d - c - e - b - a        

C. a - d - c - b - e

D. b - a - d - e - c

Question 22.

a. Moreover, it's crucial to understand lots of regulations about accounting in different fields of business.

b. I have to try hard to be good at math and tax laws.

c. Apart from professional knowledge, I also need to have good organization and attention to detail.

d. I want to be a competent accountant in a big corporation in the future.

e. After all, working as an accountant requires lots of knowledge and skills.

A. d - b - a - c - e

B. c - d - b - a - e

C. b - c - d - e - a

D. a - e - c - b - d

Circle the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the options that best complete the passage.

Hi Julie,

I've just had a great vacation with my cousins. I'm writing to tell you all about (23) _______. It was fantastic!

The weather was perfect - warm with a lovely sea breeze. (24) _______ in the ocean and playing in the sand. (25) _______ I found on the vacation! There were seashells of all shapes and sizes, and even little crabs scuttling around. My favorite part was exploring the ocean floor with a snorkel and mask. I saw colorful fish, and interesting shells, and even spotted a little sea turtle. (26) _______.

However, (27) _______ on the first day. I completely forgot to put on sunscreen! I was just so excited to get to the beach that it slipped my mind. Now, I'm feeling a bit itchy and uncomfortable, but (28) _______. Lesson learned for next time!

Talk to you soon,

Danny

Question 23. A. my beach trip

B. your beach trip

 C. our beach trip

D. their beach trip

Question 24. A. It mostly took time to swim

 B. It took most of my time to swim

 C. Most of its time was spent on swimming

 D. I spent most of my time swimming

Question 25. A. You shouldn't believe the cool stuff

 B. You won't believe the cool stuff

 C. You wouldn't believe the cool stuff

 D. You needn't believe the cool stuff

Question 26. A. I was like I was visiting a new world

 B. I felt as if I was visiting a new world

 C. It felt if only I was visiting a new world

 D. It felt as long as I was visiting a new world

Question 27. A. I made an embarrassing mistake

 B. The mistake was my embarrassment

 C. My embarrassment was a mistake

 D. My embarrassing mistake was made

Question 28. A. not getting bent out of my shape

 B. not to get bent out of my shape

 C. that's not bending me out of shape

 D. I'm not getting bent out of shape

Circle the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the options that best complete the passage.

To achieve success in their profession, pilots must possess the following skills and characteristics.

- Pilots have to explain information precisely (29) _______ both the crew members and passengers.

- Confidence is essential in a pilot's role, as they are required to make swift (30) _______ that can determine the safety and well-being of their passengers.

- Pilots are tasked with managing a variety of (31) _______ simultaneously, including monitoring fuel levels, adjusting speed, getting updated with weather forecasts and more.

- Quick and (32) _______ mathematical calculations are essential for pilots, particularly when making adjustments to speed or direction are necessary.

- The ability to stay calm is crucial, allowing pilots to (33) _______ to various situations effectively.

Working as a pilot is challenging and demanding. If you have what it takes, consider training to be a pilot.

Question 29. A. with                 B. about                 C. on                       D. to

Question 30. A. skills                B. decisions           C. actions                    D. power

Question 31. A. troubles            B. advantages         C. responsibilities       D. benefits

Question 32. A. slow                 B. accurate             C. interesting    D. huge

Question 33. A. adapt                B. deal                    C. move                     D. explain

Read the passage and circle the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions.

Edward Alexander Bouchet was a brilliant scientist who broke down barriers for African Americans. In a time when opportunities were rare for people of color, he achieved something remarkable: in 1876, he became the first African American to earn a Ph.D. in any field from an American university. His chosen field was physics, and he graduated from the prestigious Yale University.

Bouchet's achievements are even more extraordinary when considering the challenges he faced. During the late 19^th century, most African American children had difficulty going to school, and racial discrimination was widespread. Even with his groundbreaking doctorate, Bouchet struggled to find a position that matched his qualifications. Universities refused to hire him because of his race.

Despite these setbacks, Bouchet dedicated his career to education. He spent over two decades teaching physics and chemistry at the Institute for Colored Youth in Philadelphia, which was a high school. Although the school had limited resources, Bouchet worked tirelessly to inspire his students.

Bouchet's determination and intellect paved the way for future generations of African American scientists. While true equality in the scientific community took many years to achieve, his pioneering spirit helped to challenge the prejudices of his time and demonstrated that academic excellence was not limited by race.

Question 34. Which of the following could be the best title for the passage?

A. An Example of Racial Discrimination

B. The First American Ph.D. in the Field of Physics

C. A Great Educator with Strong Determination

D. The Father of African American Scientists

Question 35. The word extraordinary in paragraph 2 is opposite in meaning to _______.

A. normal

B. minor

C. remarkable

D. unforgettable

Question 36. The phrase struggled to find a position that matched his qualifications in paragraph 2 mostly means _______.

A. overcame lots of obstacles to look for a suitable job

B. tried hard to look for a suitable job

C. had an ambition to look for a suitable job

D. had trouble looking for a suitable job

Question 37. The word limited in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to _______.

A. enough

B. scarce

C. additional

D. abundant

Question 38. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage?

A. Despite having few educational opportunities, Bouchet worked hard to obtain a Ph.D.

B. Bouchet was a great source of inspiration for his students in Philadelphia.

C. After retiring, Bouchet started doing lots of physical experiments and became famous.

D. Bouchet proved that anyone could achieve academic excellence no matter what race they were.

Read the passage and circle the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions.

Hội An is one of Vietnam's beautiful historic clean spots, located in the central Quảng Nam Province near the coast and the Thu Bồn River. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Hội An is exceptionally well-preserved, it's like going back in time in various parts of the town.

Hội An, an ancient town with a 15th-century trading port, has diverse architectural styles from around the world, including wooden and tile houses. One of the most outstanding buildings is the famous wooden bridge, Cầu Pagoda, decorated with artwork of dogs and monkeys.

During your visit, explore the Tấn Ký Old House for insights into past residents' lives, or delve into the city's history at Hội An Museum. For a hands-on experience, head to the Silk Village to learn silk-making.

In the evenings, browse souvenirs at the Hội An Night Market, enjoy local delicacies at traditional restaurants, and don't miss Cao Lầu, a signature dish featuring yellow noodles, meat, and vegetables.

It is highly recommended that tourists travel to the picturesque countryside surrounding Hội An for activities like swimming in the Thu Bồn River, trekking across sand dunes, or taking a boat to nearby islands. For a relaxing day, sunbathe at An Bàng Beach and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.

Question 39. Which of the following could be the best title for the passage?

A. Hội An – the Lost Beauty of the Past       

B. Hội An – the Past Architecture

C. Hội An – a Historic Peaceful Town

D. Hội An – the Hidden Natural Beauty

Question 40. According to paragraph 1, Hội An _______.

A. is considered one of Vietnam's best destinations.

B. offers something different from the usual city break.

C. is mostly famous for architecture lovers.

D. is highly attractive to those who love history tourism.

Question 41. The phrase like going back in time in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to _______.

A. discovering something old

B. seeing something ancient for the first time

C. traveling into the past

D. observing something ancient

Question 42. The word hands-on in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to _______.

A. practical

B. manual

C. possible

D. complicated

Question 43. According to the passage, tourists can learn a skill at _______.

A. the Silk Village

B. Hội An Museum

C. An Bàng Beach

D. the Hội An Night Market

Question 44. What is NOT true according to the passage?

A. Hội An is a top seaside destination in Vietnam.

B. A famous bridge in Hội An has animal decorations.

C. Hội An has buildings with different architectural styles from around the world.

D. Hội An has a variety of tourist attractions.

Question 45. Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?

A. Hội An is the most environmentally-friendly place in all of Vietnam.

B. The fact that Hội An has successfully preserved its past attracts many tourists.

C. People believe that Hội An shouldn't become a modern city.

D. Hội An is an affordable tourist destination for different kinds of tourists.

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