ĐỀ MINH HỌA HẢI PHÒNG – TEST 3

I. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part is
pronounced differently from that of the others in each group.
1. A. thank B. with C. breath D. thing
2. A. matched B. seemed C. proved D. loved
II. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose main stress
position is placed differently from that of the others in each group.
3. A. explain B. supply C. protect D. borrow
4. A. delicious B. decorate C. natural D. luxury
III. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word OPPOSITE in meaning to
the underlined word.
5. American English is significantly different from British English.
A. famous for B. similar to C. impressed by D. interested in
6. I was so tired when I got home from work last night that I had a quick nap.
A. exhausted B. depressed C. weak D. energetic
IV. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to
the underlined word.
7. Vietnam used to be male-dominated, with men being the voice of the family and society.
A. men doing housework B. men playing the leading role
C. men earning money D. men taking care of the children
8. The hotel staff gave us a warm and welcoming reception upon our arrival.
A. aggressive B. friendly C. ignorant D. unsociable
V. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that
completes each of the sentences.
9. Now that she has done well in the exam she is feeling much more __________.
A. confide B. confidence C. confidently D. confident
10. __________ his busy schedule, he always finds time to help others in need.
A. Although B. Because C. Despite D. Because of
11. They had to __________ the music because it was disturbing the neighbors.
A. go on B. turn down C. give up D. deal with
12. The local government is introducing together __________ to preserve historical sites.
A. steps B. actions C. plans D. measures
13. I'll call you before I ___________.
A. come B. will come C. am coming D. have come
14. Today we have the Internet, ___________ is something past writers did not imagine.
A. that B. which C. what D. this
15. The lack of rainfall this year has ___________ affected crops in the south.
A. helpfully B. necessarily C. negatively D. newly
16. We cannot clean up our ___________ rivers and seas overnight.
A. pollute B. polluting C. pollution D. polluted
17. I find it hard to write ___________ time pressure.
A. on B. under C. down D. with
18. My family really loves Japanese food, ______________ we order it twice a week.
A. but B. because C. so D. or
19. Linda and her teacher are talking about the mid-term exam.
- Linda's teacher: "You did a really good job on your mid-term exam. Keep going!"
- Linda: "__________.”
A. Yes, sure B. Thank you for your compliment
C. You can say that again D. Yes. Why not?
20. Doris has just taken Emily to the station.
- Emily: "Thank you for giving me a ride to the station.”
- Doris: "__________."
A. You're welcome B. Never mind C. It doesn't matter D. Yeah, OK
VI. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the part that is incorrect in each of
the sentences.
21. Neither the teacher nor the students was aware of the schedule change.
A. Neither B. nor C. was D. of
22. The artist who painting won the competition will be featured in the gallery next month.
A. who B. won C. featured D. gallery
VII. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate
the correct word/phrase that completes each blank.
 The Great Pyramid of Giza, one of the world's wonders, has captivated humanity for (23)
__________. Rising proudly from Egypt's sands, it showcases the (24) __________ of ancient
architecture. Created as Pharaoh Khufu's tomb, its construction puzzles experts. Precisely aligned and
built from (25) __________ massive limestone blocks, its secrets remain debated, from ramps to math
techniques.
The grandeur of the pyramid (26) __________ everyone’s breath away. Once nearly 480 feet
tall, it comprises 2.3 million limestone blocks. Beyond size, the pyramid holds cultural value. It's not
just a tomb; it symbolizes the pharaoh's might and divine link. Its precision highlights ancient Egypt's
grasp of astronomy and geometry. (27) __________, The Great Pyramid of Giza stands as a
mesmerizing puzzle and a testament to human skill, echoing the achievements of our past
23. A. days B. months C. years D. ages
24. A. brilliant B. brilliance C. brilliantine D. brilliantly
25. A. many B. much C. few D. little
26. A. makes B. gains C. takes D. gets
27. A. But B. Still C. Thus D. And
VIII. 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 that follow.
Vietnam, a country steeped in history and culture, has undergone remarkable transformations
over the years. Once scarred by war, the nation now stands as a thriving example of resilience and
development. In the past, Vietnam was torn by conflict, particularly during the Vietnam War. The war
left a lasting impact on the country, affecting its economy and infrastructure. However, Vietnam's post-
war period marked a turning point. The government embraced economic reforms, transitioning from a
centrally planned economy to a market-oriented one. This shift led to rapid economic growth,
attracting foreign investment and boosting international trade.
Today, Vietnam's landscape is a blend of ancient traditions and modern advancements.
Bustling cities like Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi boast skyscrapers, vibrant markets, and buzzing
nightlife. The countryside remains picturesque, with terraced rice fields and traditional villages
showcasing the nation's agricultural roots. Tourism plays a significant role in Vietnam's contemporary
identity. The country's rich heritage, including its UNESCO World Heritage Sites, draws millions of
visitors annually. From the stunning limestone karsts of Ha Long Bay to the ancient town of Hoi An,
Vietnam offers a diverse range of experiences. And that the government is also trying to keep these
proud heritages while developing the economy.
In essence, Vietnam's journey from a war-torn past to a thriving present highlights its
determination and adaptability. The nation continues to evolve, embracing its history while striving for
progress on the global stage.
(Adapted from Saigoneer)
28. Which can be the best title for the passage?
A. Vietnam's Remarkable Journey B. Vietnam's Economic Transformation
C. Vietnam's Cultural Heritage D. Vietnam's Tourism Industry
29. Which of the following statements is supported by the passage?
A. Vietnam's economy is still heavily reliant on agriculture.
B. Vietnam's tourism industry is focused on its natural beauty.
C. Vietnam's government is committed to preserving its cultural heritage.
D. Vietnam's economic growth has been driven by foreign investment.
30. The phrase "steeped in” in the first sentence is closest in meaning to ________.
A. inclined to B. surrounded by C. influenced by D. saturated with
31. The word "its” in the last paragraph refers to __________.
A. Vietnam's journey’s B. war-torn past’s
C. Vietnam’s D. thriving present's
32. It can be inferred from the passage that __________.
A. Vietnam's ancient traditions have been replaced by modern advancements.
B. Tourism in Vietnam is primarily focused on modern cities.
C. Vietnam's economy is still recovering gradually from the Vietnam War.
D. Despite rapid development, Vietnam still proudly embraces its identity.
IX. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is CLOSEST in
meaning to the original one.
33. "Where are you going to stay when you are in Hue?" Lan asked me.
A. Lan asked me where I am going to stay when I am in Hue.
B. Lan asked me where was I going to stay when I was in Hue.
C. Lan asked me where am I going to stay when I am in Hue.
D. Lan asked me where I was going to stay when I was in Hue.
34. No one in the group is as young as Mai.
A. Mai is the youngest person in the group.
B. Mai is the most young person in the group.
C. Mai is youngest person in the group.
D. Mai isn’t as young as other people in the group.
35. We came to class on time though the traffic was heavy.
A. Despite the traffic was heavy, we came to class on time.
B. Even though the heavy traffic, we came to class on time.
C. In spite of the heavy traffic, we came to class on time.
D. Although the traffic was heavy, but we came to class on time.

36. If you work hard, you will find it easy to get good marks.

A. The hard you work, the easier you will find it to get good marks.

B. The hard you work, the easy you will find it to get good marks.

C. The harder you work, the easier you will find it to get good marks.

D. The harder you work, the easy you will find it to get good marks.

X. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is BEST written
from the words/phrases given.
37. kind/ invite/ come and stay/ while/England/ this summer.
A. It is a kind of you to invite me to come and stay with you while I was in England this summer.
B. It was very kind of you to invited me to come and stay with me while I was in England this summer.
C. It was very kind of you to invite me to come and stay with you while I was in England this summer.
D. You have been very kind to invite to come and stay with me while I was in England this summer.
38. You/may/have/allergy/so/careful/what/eat/drink
A. You may have the allergy, so must be careful what you eat and drink.
B. You might have an allergy, so be careful for what you eat and drink.
C. You may have an allergy, so be careful with what you eat and drink.
D. You might have an allergy, so you are careful of what you eat and drink.
39. I / wish / I / can / cook / well / as / mom.

A. I wish I could cook as well as my mom.

B. I wish I can cook as well as my mom.

D. I wish I can cook as better as my mom.

A. This is the more meaningful experience that we have ever had.

B. This is the most meaningful experience that we have ever had.

C. This is the most meaningful experience that we have never had.

D. This is the more meaningful experience than we have ever had.