BÀI ÔN THI HỌC KỲ 2- BÀI SỐ 1
(10/4/2025)
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs
from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
Question 1: A. face B. take C. fan D. make
Question 2: A. routine B. talent C. tourist D. patient
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the rest in the
position of the main stress in each of the following questions.
Question 3: A. common B. profit C. attract D. travel
Question 4: A. discussion B. gratitude C. celebrate D. opposite
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions.
Question 5: The high levels of pollution in the coastal areas are a matter of great
concern to the government.
A. redundantly B. intensively C. marginally D. excessively
Question 6: If you watch this film, you about the cultures of Southeast Asian countries.
A. learned B. were learning C. will learn D. would learn
Question 7: Paul noticed a job advertisement while he along the street.
A. was walking B. would walk C. walked D. had walked
Question 8: The sign warns people the dangers of swimming in this river.
A. about B. from C. with D. to
Question 9: Once in large quantities, these products will be more affordably priced.
A. are produced B. having produced C. produced D. producing
Read the following advertisement/school announcement and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer
sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 10 to 15.
ANNOUNCEMENT
The student association will (10) a "Sharing and Discussion" for students of grade 11 on
May 20th at the hall. We are pleased if you can (11) us. We will also have some
performances from the representative of some classes
For (12) information, contact Diana (Secretary of SA) at the Student's Association office or
contact us at [email protected]
Question 10: A. hold B. take C. congratulate D. delay
Question 11: A. help B. promote C. join D. reject
Question 12: A. much B. a lot of C. some D. more
WORLD HERITAGE DAY
• The world Heritage Day is (13) for a week, that is starting from 19th November, it ends on
25th November.
• The day was observed by UNESCO.
• UNESCO has a(n) (14) of 38 heritage sites, of which 30 sites are cultural, 7 of them are
natural, and there is a (15) site as well.
• The history here means our historical monuments.
Question 13: A. being celebrated B. celebrated C. celebrating D. celebrates
Question 14: A. number B. figure C. total D. amount
Question 15: A. mixed B. fixed C. preferred D. appointed
Mark the letter A, B, C or Don your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to
make a meaningful paragraph/letter in each of the following questions.
Question 16 :
a. One reason for this is that many jobs now require specific technical or vocational skills that may not be
covered in a traditional university education.
b. In today's competitive job market, having a university degree alone may not be enough to secure a good
job in many fields.
c. While a degree is certainly an important qualification, employers are increasingly looking for
candidates who possess a range of other skills and experiences.
d. Overall, while a university degree is certainly an important qualification.
e. Another factor to consider is the importance of work experience.
A. c-b-a-d-e B. c-d-a-b-e
C. a-d-b-c-e D. b-c-a-e-d
Question 17:
a. Please let me know if I can assist you with any further questions.
b. Please be aware of the deadlines and submit your application well in advance as you do not want to risk
being closed out of the term in which you are interested.
c. Thank you for your interest in New York University's School of Professional Studies.
d.The admissions process begins with our online application, which is accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a
week.
e. Once you submit your application we will send you periodic updates to inform you of the status of your
application.
f. Additionally, applications are reviewed once we have received sufficient information to render a
decision, not necessarily from the date of submission.
A. c-b-a-d-e-f B. c-a-b-d-f-e
C. c-d-b-e-f-a D. b-c-f-d-a-e
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the
numbered blanks from 18 to 23.
In recent years, job markets have become so competitive. (18) . The goal of most young people is a
good to (19) . The most basic of these is a good salary but also includes such things (20) , health
insurance and a pension fund. But often the reality is somewhat different. Many young people are having
to work for a low rate of pay, (21) and with the threat that they could be (22) at any time.
(23) there is low confidence among many employees these days.
Question 18:
A. Many young people begin to learn many foreign languages to have a good job.
B. Choosing the right career path has become crucial for many young people.
C. People saw enormous changes in the job markets in their country.
D. In the last two decades, many young people had to experience enormous changes in education system.
Question 19:
A. communicate with foreigners
B. receive so many breakthroughs so far
C. bring many benefits to their lives
D. find a position that offer some decent benefits.
Question 20:
A. as they go on free holiday B. to be paid holiday leave,
C. as paid holiday leave, D. to make their holiday be paid
Question 21:
A. never get more money overtime B. with no extra payment for overtime
C. hopeless payment for overtime D. for useless payment for overtime
Question 22:
A. made redundant B. taken redundant
C. reported redundant D. fired redundant
Question 23:
A. It's wondered that B. It's not wonderful that
C. It's wonderfully believed that D. It's no wonder that
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 24 to 28.
No one likes to depend (24) anyone else for anything. The first step towards feeling (25) is
having the ability to buy yourself life’s essentials. Financial independence makes you feel you can do it on
your (26) . When you can pay for your basic sustenance, and live a material life, you feel good about
yourself. Even if you are not a high-earner, the money you save and spend on some long-cherished dream
can (27) ______ you feel independent. Having said this, being independent in life is not necessarily
linked to having an (28) _______ position.
(Adapted from https://www.artofliving.org/)
Question 24: A. in B. on C. of D. from
Question 25: A. dependent B. independence C. independently D. independent
Question 26: A. dream B. budget C. own D. mind
Question 27: A. create B. force C. make D. conserve
Question 28: A. making B. earning C. solving D. well-being
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
answer to each of the questions from 29 to 33.
The American education system requires that students complete 12 years of primary and secondary
education prior to attending university or college. This may be accomplished either at public or government-
operated schools, or at private schools. These 12 years of schooling or their equivalent may also be
completed outside the USA, thus giving foreign students the opportunity to pursue the benefits of the
American education system and obtain a quality American education. Perhaps one of the most impressive
facts is that a large number of presidents, prime ministers and leaders from other countries have experienced
the American education system and graduated from a university or school in the USA. In many fields and
industries, the American education system offers the most cutting-edge, sought-after programs at the world's
best schools. That is why graduating from an accredited American school and being exposed to the rigors of
the American education system is an investment in your future.
Whether you want to study at a top USA university, a top USA college, a vocational or high school, a
thorough understanding of how the American education system works is essential. Without a clear grasp of
the American education system, an international student will find it difficult to make the right academic
choices. It is no surprise that the American education system and the American school system host more
international students than any other country in the world!
Question 29: The expression government-operated could best be replaced by .
A. independent B. state C. vocational D. boarding
Question 30: According to the text, students in the USA .
A. are made to take primary and secondary education in the country
B. are not necessarily take primary and secondary education in the country
C. spend less than 12 years for primary and secondary education
D. needn't take primary and secondary education
Question 31: The writer the US education.
A. appreciates B. underestimates C. overstates D. dislikes
Question 32: Which is true?
A. The US education is not good enough for foreign students.
B. Foreign students are not offered opportunities in the US:
C. There are not many foreign students in the US.
D. Many leaders all over the world have studied in the US.
Question 33: What is the writer's advice?
A. International students should not invest their future education in the US.
B. International students should not study at a top USA university, a top USA college, a vocational or high
school.
C. Without a clear grasp of the American education system, an international student can make the right
academic choices
D. International students should have a thorough understanding of how the American education system
works before going there to study.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
answer to each of the questions from 34 to 40.
Since the world became industrialized, the number of animal species that have either become extinct or
have neared extinction has increased. Bengal tigers, for instance, which once roamed the jungles in vast
numbers, now number only about 2,300. By the year 2025, it is estimated that they will become extinct.
What is alarming about the case of the Bengal tiger is that this extinction will have been caused almost
entirely by poachers who, according to some sources, are not always interested in material gain but in
personal gratification. This is an example of the callousness that is contributing to the problem of
extinction Animals such as the Bengal tiger, as well as other endangered species, are valuable parts of the
world's ecosystem. International laws protecting these animals must be enacted to ensure their survival -
and the survival of our planet.
Countries around the world have begun to deal with the problem in various ways. Some countries, in an
effort to circumvent the problem, have allocated large amounts of land to animals reserves. They then
charge admission prices to help defray the costs of maintaining the parks, and they often must also depend
on world organizations for support. This money enables them to invest in equipment and patrols to protect
the animals. Another response to the increase in animal extinction is an international boycott of products
made from endangered species. This has had some effect, but by itself it will not prevent animals from
being hunted and killed.
Question 34: The word "callousness" could be best replaced by which of the following?
A. incompetence B. indirectness C. insensitivity D. independence
Question 35: The previous passage is divided into two paragraphs in order to contrast .
A. A comparison and a contrast B. A problem and a solution
C. A statement and an illustration D. Specific and general information
Question 36: What is the main topic of the passage?
A. Endangered species B. Problems with industrialization
C. The Bengal tiger D. International boycotts
Question 37: The word "poachers" could be best replaced by which of the following?
A. Concerned scientists B. Enterprising researchers
C. Illegal hunters D. Trained hunters
Question 38: What does the word "this" refer to in the passage?
A. Bengal tiger B. Interest in material gain
C. Killing animals for personal satisfaction D. The decrease in the Bengal tiger population
Question 39: What does the term "international boycott" refer to?
A. A global increase in animal survival
B. A refusal to buy animal products worldwide
C. Defraying the cost of maintaining national parks
D. Buying and selling of animal products overseas
Question 40: Which of the following best describes the author's attitude?
A. indifferent B. forgiving C. concerned D. surprised
BÀI ÔN THI HỌC KỲ 2- BÀI SỐ 1
(10/4/2025)
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs
from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
Question 1: A. face B. take C. fan D. make
Question 2: A. routine B. talent C. tourist D. patient
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the rest in the
position of the main stress in each of the following questions.
Question 3: A. common B. profit C. attract D. travel
Question 4: A. discussion B. gratitude C. celebrate D. opposite
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions.
Question 5: The high levels of pollution in the coastal areas are a matter of great
concern to the government.
A. redundantly B. intensively C. marginally D. excessively
Question 6: If you watch this film, you about the cultures of Southeast Asian countries.
A. learned B. were learning C. will learn D. would learn
Question 7: Paul noticed a job advertisement while he along the street.
A. was walking B. would walk C. walked D. had walked
Question 8: The sign warns people the dangers of swimming in this river.
A. about B. from C. with D. to
Question 9: Once in large quantities, these products will be more affordably priced.
A. are produced B. having produced C. produced D. producing
Read the following advertisement/school announcement and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer
sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 10 to 15.
ANNOUNCEMENT
The student association will (10) a "Sharing and Discussion" for students of grade 11 on
May 20th at the hall. We are pleased if you can (11) us. We will also have some
performances from the representative of some classes
For (12) information, contact Diana (Secretary of SA) at the Student's Association office or
contact us at [email protected]
Question 10: A. hold B. take C. congratulate D. delay
Question 11: A. help B. promote C. join D. reject
Question 12: A. much B. a lot of C. some D. more
WORLD HERITAGE DAY
• The world Heritage Day is (13) for a week, that is starting from 19th November, it ends on
25th November.
• The day was observed by UNESCO.
• UNESCO has a(n) (14) of 38 heritage sites, of which 30 sites are cultural, 7 of them are
natural, and there is a (15) site as well.
• The history here means our historical monuments.
Question 13: A. being celebrated B. celebrated C. celebrating D. celebrates
Question 14: A. number B. figure C. total D. amount
Question 15: A. mixed B. fixed C. preferred D. appointed
Mark the letter A, B, C or Don your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to
make a meaningful paragraph/letter in each of the following questions.
Question 16 :
a. One reason for this is that many jobs now require specific technical or vocational skills that may not be
covered in a traditional university education.
b. In today's competitive job market, having a university degree alone may not be enough to secure a good
job in many fields.
c. While a degree is certainly an important qualification, employers are increasingly looking for
candidates who possess a range of other skills and experiences.
d. Overall, while a university degree is certainly an important qualification.
e. Another factor to consider is the importance of work experience.
A. c-b-a-d-e B. c-d-a-b-e
C. a-d-b-c-e D. b-c-a-e-d
Question 17:
a. Please let me know if I can assist you with any further questions.
b. Please be aware of the deadlines and submit your application well in advance as you do not want to risk
being closed out of the term in which you are interested.
c. Thank you for your interest in New York University's School of Professional Studies.
d.The admissions process begins with our online application, which is accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a
week.
e. Once you submit your application we will send you periodic updates to inform you of the status of your
application.
f. Additionally, applications are reviewed once we have received sufficient information to render a
decision, not necessarily from the date of submission.
A. c-b-a-d-e-f B. c-a-b-d-f-e
C. c-d-b-e-f-a D. b-c-f-d-a-e
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the
numbered blanks from 18 to 23.
In recent years, job markets have become so competitive. (18) . The goal of most young people is a
good to (19) . The most basic of these is a good salary but also includes such things (20) , health
insurance and a pension fund. But often the reality is somewhat different. Many young people are having
to work for a low rate of pay, (21) and with the threat that they could be (22) at any time.
(23) there is low confidence among many employees these days.
Question 18:
A. Many young people begin to learn many foreign languages to have a good job.
B. Choosing the right career path has become crucial for many young people.
C. People saw enormous changes in the job markets in their country.
D. In the last two decades, many young people had to experience enormous changes in education system.
Question 19:
A. communicate with foreigners
B. receive so many breakthroughs so far
C. bring many benefits to their lives
D. find a position that offer some decent benefits.
Question 20:
A. as they go on free holiday B. to be paid holiday leave,
C. as paid holiday leave, D. to make their holiday be paid
Question 21:
A. never get more money overtime B. with no extra payment for overtime
C. hopeless payment for overtime D. for useless payment for overtime
Question 22:
A. made redundant B. taken redundant
C. reported redundant D. fired redundant
Question 23:
A. It's wondered that B. It's not wonderful that
C. It's wonderfully believed that D. It's no wonder that
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 24 to 28.
No one likes to depend (24) anyone else for anything. The first step towards feeling (25) is
having the ability to buy yourself life’s essentials. Financial independence makes you feel you can do it on
your (26) . When you can pay for your basic sustenance, and live a material life, you feel good about
yourself. Even if you are not a high-earner, the money you save and spend on some long-cherished dream
can (27) ______ you feel independent. Having said this, being independent in life is not necessarily
linked to having an (28) _______ position.
(Adapted from https://www.artofliving.org/)
Question 24: A. in B. on C. of D. from
Question 25: A. dependent B. independence C. independently D. independent
Question 26: A. dream B. budget C. own D. mind
Question 27: A. create B. force C. make D. conserve
Question 28: A. making B. earning C. solving D. well-being
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
answer to each of the questions from 29 to 33.
The American education system requires that students complete 12 years of primary and secondary
education prior to attending university or college. This may be accomplished either at public or government-
operated schools, or at private schools. These 12 years of schooling or their equivalent may also be
completed outside the USA, thus giving foreign students the opportunity to pursue the benefits of the
American education system and obtain a quality American education. Perhaps one of the most impressive
facts is that a large number of presidents, prime ministers and leaders from other countries have experienced
the American education system and graduated from a university or school in the USA. In many fields and
industries, the American education system offers the most cutting-edge, sought-after programs at the world's
best schools. That is why graduating from an accredited American school and being exposed to the rigors of
the American education system is an investment in your future.
Whether you want to study at a top USA university, a top USA college, a vocational or high school, a
thorough understanding of how the American education system works is essential. Without a clear grasp of
the American education system, an international student will find it difficult to make the right academic
choices. It is no surprise that the American education system and the American school system host more
international students than any other country in the world!
Question 29: The expression government-operated could best be replaced by .
A. independent B. state C. vocational D. boarding
Question 30: According to the text, students in the USA .
A. are made to take primary and secondary education in the country
B. are not necessarily take primary and secondary education in the country
C. spend less than 12 years for primary and secondary education
D. needn't take primary and secondary education
Question 31: The writer the US education.
A. appreciates B. underestimates C. overstates D. dislikes
Question 32: Which is true?
A. The US education is not good enough for foreign students.
B. Foreign students are not offered opportunities in the US:
C. There are not many foreign students in the US.
D. Many leaders all over the world have studied in the US.
Question 33: What is the writer's advice?
A. International students should not invest their future education in the US.
B. International students should not study at a top USA university, a top USA college, a vocational or high
school.
C. Without a clear grasp of the American education system, an international student can make the right
academic choices
D. International students should have a thorough understanding of how the American education system
works before going there to study.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
answer to each of the questions from 34 to 40.
Since the world became industrialized, the number of animal species that have either become extinct or
have neared extinction has increased. Bengal tigers, for instance, which once roamed the jungles in vast
numbers, now number only about 2,300. By the year 2025, it is estimated that they will become extinct.
What is alarming about the case of the Bengal tiger is that this extinction will have been caused almost
entirely by poachers who, according to some sources, are not always interested in material gain but in
personal gratification. This is an example of the callousness that is contributing to the problem of
extinction Animals such as the Bengal tiger, as well as other endangered species, are valuable parts of the
world's ecosystem. International laws protecting these animals must be enacted to ensure their survival -
and the survival of our planet.
Countries around the world have begun to deal with the problem in various ways. Some countries, in an
effort to circumvent the problem, have allocated large amounts of land to animals reserves. They then
charge admission prices to help defray the costs of maintaining the parks, and they often must also depend
on world organizations for support. This money enables them to invest in equipment and patrols to protect
the animals. Another response to the increase in animal extinction is an international boycott of products
made from endangered species. This has had some effect, but by itself it will not prevent animals from
being hunted and killed.
Question 34: The word "callousness" could be best replaced by which of the following?
A. incompetence B. indirectness C. insensitivity D. independence
Question 35: The previous passage is divided into two paragraphs in order to contrast .
A. A comparison and a contrast B. A problem and a solution
C. A statement and an illustration D. Specific and general information
Question 36: What is the main topic of the passage?
A. Endangered species B. Problems with industrialization
C. The Bengal tiger D. International boycotts
Question 37: The word "poachers" could be best replaced by which of the following?
A. Concerned scientists B. Enterprising researchers
C. Illegal hunters D. Trained hunters
Question 38: What does the word "this" refer to in the passage?
A. Bengal tiger B. Interest in material gain
C. Killing animals for personal satisfaction D. The decrease in the Bengal tiger population
Question 39: What does the term "international boycott" refer to?
A. A global increase in animal survival
B. A refusal to buy animal products worldwide
C. Defraying the cost of maintaining national parks
D. Buying and selling of animal products overseas
Question 40: Which of the following best describes the author's attitude?
A. indifferent B. forgiving C. concerned D. surprised
