END-OF-TERM TEST 1

(SEMESTER t )
Time allotted: 60 min.

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.

1. A. dependent B. monument C. assignment D. performance

2. A. amenity B. experience C. embarrassing D. optimistic

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.

3. A. western B. own C. workplace D. winner

4. A. household B. mountain C. group D. counsellor

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the

following questions.
5. A research team has d e cid e d ______ a study on traditional games played by
children in Viet Nam in the past.
A. to do B. in doing C. doing D. to doing

6. Artisans are ______ a project to protect local handicrafts from being lost to
modernization.
A. taking part B. passing down C. carrying out D. getting around

7. If you get access to its website, y o u ______ useful information about the cooking
course.
A. would find B. have found C. will be found D. may find

8. Many parents often______ the needs of their families ahead of their own, ensuring
their children have everything they need to thrive and succeed.
A. make B. put C. support D. carry

9. We are trying to learn the lyrics of these songs______ before our performance.
A. in heart B. with memory C. with care D. by rote
10. Studying______ events can provide valuable insights into our present and future.
A. historical B. history C. historic D. historically
11. As th e ______ for the project was coming closer, the students started to feel a
little nervous.
A. task B. due date C. routine D. review
 12. The dust and dirt fro m ______ can have various effects on the well-being of city
dwellers.
A. traffic lights B. noise pollution
C. construction sites D. entertainment business
13. To make lotus tea, his grandfather has to pick up lotus flowers in the very early
morning as they only give the b e st______ when they start to bloom.
A. taste B. function C. usage D. fragrance

14. As the weather gets colder, many people com e______ with the flu.
A. down B. up C. over D. out

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.

15. Phuong is in a good mood and she sings along to her favourite music.
A. feels cheerful B. gets nervous
C. becomes surprised D. seems distracted
16. They try to keep the craft of making pottery alive and share it with the world.
A. achieve B. preserve C. complete D. recognize

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.

17. With every new discovery, Tim found exploring the seabed more exhilarating
than ever.
A. exciting B. thrilling C. disorganised D. disappointing
18. The world is becoming more digital, therefore, protecting our privacy should be a
top priority.
A. responsibility B. secret information
C. publicity D. personal information

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the most suitable response to

complete each of the following exchanges.

19.Ailsa: I promise not to come back home late again, Mum.

Ailsa’s m other:______________, Ailsa.

A. You’re welcome B. Not at all
C. I hope you will keep your words D. I hope you didn’t break your promise
 20. Alice: Thanks so much for the ride home, Jack!

Jack:______________at all, Alice! It was on my way anyway, happy to help.

A. No problem B. Anytime C. My pleasure D. That’s alright

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the
correct answer that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 21 to 25.
Life in the concrete jungle of downtown can be both exciting and challenging. The
roads are often congested, (2 1 )______ with cars, buses, motorbikes and bicycles.
The city is bustling with a variety of activities, from early morning to late at night.
There are many public (2 2 )______ like parks, libraries, shopping centres and
restaurants but these places are often full of people. Sometimes pickpockets are a
problem. This is a part of city life that we should be careful about.
To escape the traffic jams, many city dwellers (23) ______ the sky train or
underground metro. These public transport systems provide a quick and efficient
way to get around the city.
Living in the city can be crazy sometimes (24)______ many people still love it. In fact,
lots of people from quieter places even choose to move here. They love the (25)______
and feel like there are more chances to make their dreams come true in the city.

21. A. full B. situated C. available D. packed

22. A. amenities B. entertainments C. locations D. centres

23. A. travel B. go C. use D. move

24. A. however B. but C. therefore D. although

25. A. excitement B. excite C. excited D. exciting

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the
correct answer to each of the questions from 26 to 30.
In the past, Vietnamese people used to send messages by writing letters. They
would carefully express their thoughts on paper, put the letters in envelopes, and
send them through the postal service. Writing letters was a process that took time
and patience, but it was deeply appreciated because of the personal touch it offered.
Nowadays, things have changed dramatically. New tools like emails and instant
messages have become an integral part of our daily communication. They offer
speed and convenience, allowing people to communicate in real time, irrespective of
geographical boundaries.
However, some traditions haven’t changed completely. Some people still enjoy
writing letters by hand. They think that handwritten letters are special because they
show the writer’s feelings, making the communication more personal and sincere.
The time and effort invested in writing each letter add to its emotional value.
 In summary, even though technology has revolutionised the way we communicate,
the tradition of writing letters holds a special place in Vietnamese culture. People still
find something special in putting their thoughts on paper and sending them to others
and it creates a personal connection that we cannot do with digital communication.

26. What was the traditional method of sending messages in the past, according to
the text?
A. Emails B. Handwritten letters
C. Instant messages D. Phone calls

27. What is mentioned as a significant aspect of writing letters in the past?

A. Speed and convenience
B. Real-time communication
C. Time and patience
D. Geographical boundaries

28. What does the word integral probably mean?

A. necessary B. easy C. personal D. final

29. According to the text, why do some people still prefer writing letters by hand?
A. It is faster.
B. It is more convenient.
C. It shows the writer’s feelings.
D. It eliminates geographical boundaries.

30. What is emphasised as unchanged in Vietnamese culture despite technological

advancements?
A. Postal service
B. Personal connection
C. Digital communication
D. Handwritten letters’ special value

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the underlined part that needs

correction in each of the following questions.

31. This conical hat reminds me back my trip to Tay Ho village in Hue.
A B C D

32. I wish I can control how I feel, especially when my friends or family are in trouble.
A B C D
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the sentence that is closest in
meaning to the original sentence in each of the following questions.

33. It is three months since Duong started learning Korean.

A. Duong has started learning Korean since three months ago.
B. Duong has learnt Korean for three months.
C. Duong started learning Korean for three months.
D. The last time Duong learnt Korean was three months ago.
34. To achieve better health, it’s important to reduce screen time during work.
A. To achieve better health, it’s important to narrow down screen time during work.
B. To achieve better health, it’s important to waste screen time during work.
C. To achieve better health, it’s important to cut down on screen time during work.
D. To achieve better health, it’s important to permit screen time during work.

35. Mai is not sure which club she should join to pursue her own interests.
A. Mai is not sure which club to join to pursue her own interests.
B. Mai is not sure in which club she joins to pursue her own interests.
C. Mai is not sure which club her joining to pursue her own interests.
D. Mai is not sure which club she joined to pursue her own interests.

36. The last time our children visited Disneyland was in 2022.
A. Our children last visited Disneyland since 2022.
B. Our children’s first visit to Disneyland was in 2022.
C. Since 2022, our children have visited Disneyland.
D. Our children haven’t visited Disneyland since 2022.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the sentence that is best written from
the words/ phrases given.

3 7 .1/ see / Tom / while / he / his family / ride / jeep / top / Langbiang Mountain.
A. I saw Tom while he and his family were riding a jeep to the top of Langbiang
Mountain.
B. I was seeing Tom while he and his family were riding a jeep to the top of
Langbiang Mountain.
C. I was seeing Tom while he and his family rode a jeep to the top of Langbiang
Mountain.
D. I saw Tom while he and his family riding a jeep to the top of Langbiang Mountain.
38. An / suggest / take / bus / Aeon mall / instead / go / there / motorbike.
A. An suggested to take a bus to Aeon mall instead of going there by motorbike.
B. An suggested to take a bus to Aeon mall instead of to go there by motorbike.
C. An suggested taking a bus to Aeon mall instead of to go there by motorbike.
D. An suggested taking a bus to Aeon mall instead of going there by motorbike.

39. much / you / practise / few / mistakes / you / make.

A. The more you to practise, the fewer mistakes you to make.
B. The more you practice, the few mistakes you’ll make.
C. The more you practise, the fewer mistakes you’ll make.
D. Much as you practise, the few mistakes you will make.

40. first time / Alice / try / Com Lang Vong / Viet Nam
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A. This is the first time Alice tried Com Lang Vong in Viet Nam.
B. The first time is Alice trying Com Lang Vong in Viet Nam.
C. This is the first time for Alice has tried Com Lang Vong in Viet Nam.
D. This is the first time Alice has tried Com Lang Vong in Viet Nam.