UNIT 1.

A LONG AND HEATHY LIFE

A. LANGUAGE:
Part 1: Choose the best answer
1. The health …………. from the diet expert is that you should eat less junk food and count
you calories if you are becoming fat.
A. advices B. ideas C. tip D. tips
2. If you want to stay healthy, you should have a balanced diet and ……………. regularly.
A. work out B. take out C. speak out D. keep out
3. My mother …………………… yoga since 2023.
A. took up B. take up C. has taken up D. taken up
4. For a long and healthy life, you should ……………………sweets and fast food.
A. cut down on B. cut into C. cut with D. increase
5. Do more exercise ………………. eat more fruit and vegetables.
A. and B. so C. but D. or
6. My mother …………………. to hospital last year. She is fine now.
A. has gone B. went C. gone D. was going
7. We should follow the advice from doctors and health …………. in order to keep fit.
A. workers B. people C. experts D. managers
8. ____ my great surprise, almost everyone agreed ____ him.
A. For – with B. At – from C. To – with D. In – of
9. We _________since we left school.
A. don’t meet B. haven’t met C. hasn’t met D. didn’t meet
10.. I haven’t applied for this job ________.
A. just B. never C. ever D. yet
11. Has Mary listened to the song ________ 2 hours?
A. for B. never C. ever D. yet
12. The screens __________ blued light that can prevent you from sleeping well.
A. give away B. give out C. give in D. give off
13. That's a very nice dress you're wearing. - ............
A. I'm glad you like it B. That's all right
C. That's nice D. You're quite right
14. Do you mind if I borrow your plate? – ............Do you need only one?
A. Not at all B. Yes, I do C. I'm sorry D. Yes, I would
15. Nam has always had ……………..habits
A. muscles B. website C. healthy D. smoking
16. He has learnt the …………….of exercise and healthy food.
A. employers B. importance C. dificulty D. awareness
17. Nam's grandfather goes to sleep……………., exercises every day, and eats healthily.
A.early B. lately C. hard D. fast
18. He has changed his ……..since he visited his grandfather
A. moon B. clothes C. lives D. lifestyle
19. To do star jumps properly, you should ……………four steps.
A. follow B. fall C. end D. catch
20. He (see)______ the doctor yesterday.
A. Saw B. has seen C. have been seen D. was seen
21. Nobody has ________ homework yet.
A. done B. did C. do D. didn’t
22. My cousins ________ on holiday for 3 weeks.
A. were B. are going to be C. have been D. has been
23. We _______ David in town a few days ago.
A. did see B. was saw C. did saw D. saw
24. Parents should be ____ by offering guidance to kids without forcing their decisions on
them.
A. like-minded B. narrow-minded C. open-minded D. absent-minded
25. 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.
When you walk, don't look at your feet. This will slow you down and cause back pain.
A. result in B. result from C. lead to D. activate
26. 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.
Stretching will relax your muscles and prevent any damage to your joints.
A. allow B. avoid C. limit D. protest
27. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) SIMILAR in meaning to the
underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
I found a website advertising an effective way to gain weight in one month.
A. drop B. waste C. maintain D. put on
28. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) SIMILAR in meaning to the
underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
After hundreds of rejections by the employers, I decided that I need to do something about my
obesity.
A. agreeable B. disapproval C. acceptable D. rebuttal
29. Find the mistake in the following sentences.
The assumption that smoking has bad effects on our health have been proved.
A. that B. effects C. on D. have been proved
30. Find the mistake in the following sentences.
People in every part of the world readily and easily communicates by means of electronic mail.
A. every part B. readily C. communicates D. by means
Part 2: Use the word given in capitals at the end of each line to form the word that fits in the
gap in the same line.
1. Try to avoid glaring on your computer from windows and lights, and use an anti-acne screen
if __________________. (NEED)
2. In the United States, if a food contains less than 0.5 grams of fat in a _________________ it
can be labeled fat-free. (SERVE)
3. Studies have shown that our overuse of ________________________ ingredients has helped
to create new resistant bacteria. (BACTERIAL)
4. It's all about their diet and _____________________ that people in the Longevity Hot Spots
have already found the secrets of the anti-ageing process. (LIFE)
5. If you want to be fit, stay outdoors more and do more (PHYSIC) ______________ activities.
B. READING
I. Read the passage carefully and choose the correct answer.
KEEPING OUR TEETH HEALTHY
It’s very important to have healthy teeth. Good teeth help us chew our food. They also help
us look nice. How does a tooth go bad? The decay begins in a little crack in the enamel
covering of the tooth. This happens after germs and bit of food have collected there. Then the
decay slowly spreads inside to the tooth. Eventually, poison goes into the blood, and we may
feel quite ill.
How can we keep our teeth healthy? First, we ought to visit the dentist twice a year. He can
fill the small holes in our teeth before they destroy the teeth. He can examine our teeth to check
that they are growing in the right way.
Secondly, we should brush our teeth with a toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste at least twice a
day-once after the breakfast and once before we go to bed. We can also use wooden toothpicks
to clean between our teeth after a meal.
Thirdly, we should eat food that is good for our teeth and our body: milk, cheese, fish, brown
bread, potatoes, red rice, raw vegetables, and fresh fruits. Chocolates, sweets, biscuits and
cakes are bad, especially when we eat them between meals. They are harmful because they
stick to our teeth and cause decay.
1. Good teeth help us to
A. have good eyesight B. be important C. chew our food D. have good health
2. When food and germs collect in a small crack , our teeth .
A. send poison into the blood B. begin to decay
C. become hard D. make us feel quite ill
3. A lot of people visit a dentist only when
A. They have well brushed teeth B. They have holes in their teeth
C. They begin to have toothache D. Their teeth grow properly
4. We shouldn’t eat a lot of
A. Red rice B. Fresh fruit C. Chocolate D. Fish
5. Sweets are harmful because they may make our teeth
A. crack B. decay C. painful D. black
II. Read the following passage 6 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.
LIVING A HEALTHIER LIFE
Keeping fit and healthy may seem difficult, but there are few-easy-follow guidelines. Firstly, a
balanced diet is absolutely essential. This means selecting food that is (1) __________ in salt
and sugar.
Experts recommend reducing the amount of fat in your diet as too much can lead to heart
problems. They also suggest increasing (2) __________ of high fiber food we eat. This comes
in the form of fresh fruit, vegetables, whole meal bread and pasta. As well as being packed (3)
__________ vitamins and minerals, they are delicious, too. Secondly, it’s important to fit
exercise in to your daily routine. This can be done by simply walking as much as possible and
climbing stairs instead of (4) __________ the lift. Finally, staying relaxed is important for good
health. Too much stress can lead to a variety of illness, from headaches to high blood pressure.
(5)_______possible, do things you enjoy and treat yourself occasionally. So the message is
simple - enjoy yourself but learn to respect your body too. It’s all a question of getting the
balance right.
1. A. poor B. short C. small D. low
2. A. amount B. figure C. number D. mass
3. A. with B. by C. of D. in
4. A. catching B. having C. taking D. going
5. A. Whenever B. Whichever C. However D. How
C. WRITING
Rewrite the second sentence, using the word(s) in brackets so that the meaning does not
change with the first sentence
1. He started to learn English when he was in grade 6.
 He has _______________________________________________________________________.
2. I haven't visited the museum for three months.
 I last _________________________________________________________________________.
3. Tom is ill. He became ill three days ago.
 Tom _________________________________________________________________________.
4. Hoa and I started doing aerobic five years ago. (for)
 Hoa and I _____________________________________________________________________.
5. Tommy hasn’t gone to hospital before. (first)
 This is ________________________________________________________________________.
6. She hasn’t had a swim for five years
She last _______________________________________________________________________?
7. She hasn’t written to me for years
 It’s years ______________________________________________________________________.
8. It’s over six months since John had his hair cut
John __________________________________________________________________________.

UNIT 2. THE GENERATION GAP

I. VOCABULARY AND GRAMMAR:
Choose the best option
1. When you live with your extended family, you have to deal with _________.
A. generational conflicts B. traditional views
C. valuable lessons C. new ways of thinking
2. After graduating from university, I want to ____ my father's footsteps.
A. succeed in B. follow in C. go after D. keep up
3. Generation ____ is the difference in the thoughts and viewpoints amongst generations living
together.
A. distance B. gap C. space D. argument
4. We all have _______, and they can influence the way we treat other people.
A. cultural values B. generational conflicts
C. common characteristics D. traditional view
5. Each generation has its _______ that are influenced by social and economic conditions.
A. different perspectives B. family harmony
C. common characteristics D. critical thinking
6. Luckily, my parents are always willing to listen to my new ideas. They're very ____.
A. narrow-minded B. open-minded C. elegant D. careful
7. A _______ is that men are the breadwinners in the family.
A. traditional view B. social change
C. common experience D. common experiences
8. One advantage of living in a/an ____ is to strengthen relationship between young children
and adults.
A. nuclear family B. nuclear house C. extended family D. extended
9. Generation X ______________ the generation born between 1965 and 1980.
A. relies on B. refers to C. adapts to D. leads to
10. my grandparents _______ traditional views about male jobs and gender roles.
A. hold B. make C. take D. follow
11. Due to their different attitudes _______ the new culture, Asian American children may
have cultural values different from their parents’ Asian cultural values.
A. for B. of C. to D. from
12. Gen Xers are always ready ______ changes and prepared to work through changes.
A. in B. about C. from D. for
13. ______ you wanted to ask your teacher a question during his lecture, what would you do?
A. As B. As if C. Even of D. Suppose
14. _______ he had enough money, he refused to buy a new car.
A. In spite B. In spite of C. Despite D. Although
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct response to each of the following
exchanges.
16. Would you mind if I opened the windows? It's too stuffy in here.
A. Yes, of course. B. No, please do.
C. I think it is OK. D. You look so tired.
15. From my point of view, all family members should share the chores equally.
A. It's a breathtaking view. B. You lied to me.
C. But you're right. D. There's no doubt about it.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSET in meaning to the underlined
word(s) in each of the following questions.
16. Asian American families often try to force their children to follow their native country’s
cultural values, such as the importance of family, respect for the elders and the community.
A. rude B. obey C. look up to D. corrupt
17. If you live in an extended family, you'll have great joy and get support of other members.
A. small family B. traditional family
C. nuclear family D. close family
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.
18. Jane found herself in conflict with her parents over her future career.
A. harmony B. disagreement C. fighting D. controversy
19. My grandpa’s point of view about marriage remains conservative.
A. progressive B. traditional C. retrogressive D. conventional
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of
the following questions.
22. Because of his poverty, he has to struggling to make ends meet.
A B C D
23. You mustn't to drive a car if you don't have a driving licence.
A B C D
II. GRAMMAR
24. In the peak season, travellers ____ book their accommodation in advance.
A. have to B. must C. should D. ought
25. All students ____ wear uniforms at school because it is a rule.
A. should B. have to C. mustn’t D. must
26. The children ____ spend too much time playing computer games.
A. mustn't B. must C . shouldn't D. should
27. My parents are always open to different views. I ___________ agree with their opinions.
A. must B. have to C. don’t have to D. mustn’t
28. In the past, women didn’t get an education. They ___ stay at home and do all the household
chores.
A. had to B. don’t have to C. should D. have to
29. You _______ take your umbrella along with you today. It _______ rain later on this
afternoon.
A. ought to / mustn't B. needn't / will
C. will / must D. should / might
30. I _______ find my own way there. You _______ wait for me.
A. should / can't B. have to / must
C. can / needn't D might / mustn't
III.WORD FORM
1. Bridging the generation gap is important to avoid _______________________ and conflicts
between the generations in a family. (AGREE)
2. Finding some enjoyable activities that you can all do together is the best way to
_______________________ family bonds. (STRONG)
3. Children should also learn ____________________ life lessons from their parents.
(VALUE)
4. The relationship between family members can suffer because of poor _________________
or lack of it. (COMMUNICATE)
5. Life _____________________ for smokers is shorter than for people who don’t smoke.
(EXPECT)

IV.WRITING
Complete the sentences without change their meaning
1. If I were you , I would get home by curfew. (Use a suitable MODAL VERB to rewrite the
sentence)
 You ____________________________________________________________________.
2. It’s important for a family to have rules about safe behaviour, including rules about alcohol
use, dating and curfew.
 A family must ____________________________________________________________.
3. It is advisable for parents and children to spend time together. (SHOULD)
 Parents and children _______________________________________________________.
4. It is not necessary for young people to go to university. (NOT HAVE TO)
 Young people ____________________________________________________ university.
5. People are not allowed to post rude comments on the website. (MUST NOT)
 People ______________________________________________________ on the website.
6. It is mandatory for all cyclists to wear their helmets. (MUST)
 ________________________________________________________________________.
7. It is compulsory for the students in this school to wear the uniform. (HAVE TO)
 ________________________________________________________________________.
8. It is not a good idea for women to leave their jobs after getting married. (SHOULD NOT)
 Women ____________________________________________________ married.
V. READING
Read the text and choose the best answers.
WHAT CAUSES THE GENERATION GAP?
‘Generation gap’ is a popular term used to describe the differences between generations. The
young and the old do not (1) __________ each other well because of their (2) __________
experiences, opinions, habits, and behaviour. That is why parents often try to (3) __________
their children from doing things that they believe would harm them.
On the other hand, children do their best to (4) __________ that they are responsible and can
take (5) __________ of their own lives. Neither parents nor children are wrong. They are both
right in their own (6) __________. Parents, blinded by their love for their children, would
rather have their own experiences (7) __________ the experiences of their kids.
In contrast, their children are completely (8) __________ that their decisions are right and are
based on current situations that their parents may not be aware of.
1. A. accept B. understand C. experience D. respect
2. A. different B. difficult C. similar D. unexpected
3. A. present B. prevent C. encourage D. increase
4. A. send B. encourage C. improve D. prove
5. A. control B. focus C. conflict D. action
6. A. road B. way C. street D. place
7. A. change B. stop C. replace D. develop
8. A. decided B. safe C. unsure D. sure
Read the following text and choose the correct answer.
The family dynamic evolves as a teen matures and can test the parent-teen relationship. With
both sides feeling mixed emotions, this time can be challenging.
Puberty brings lots of emotions for teens and is a time of readjustment for the whole family.
Parents have a huge influence on a young child’s values and interests, and so it can often feel
hard for them to separate from their teen, who wants to develop their own identity and to have
new freedoms. This may lead to conflict, as both parents and teens need time to figure out how
to adapt the relationship.
As teens get older, it is important for them to take on responsibilities. This highlights the
valuable contribution each family member makes to a home and teaches teens about what it’s
like to be an adult. Setting clear rules about routine and home life helps teens to know what’s
expected of them - even if they do complain or resist. Expectations go both ways, however, and
so constant communication and flexibility, when necessary, will help avoid conflict.
It is important for parents and teens to overcome life’s many distractions in order to spend
quality time together. For parents, maintaining a close relationship with a teen who is
preprogrammed to separate from them can be tricky, but it helps to be present and willing.
Talking about the things that are going well is as helpful as discussing areas of conflict.
1. What is the main idea of the passage?
A. Puberty of teenagers B. Teens’ romantic relationship
C. Parent-teen relationship D. Teens’ responsibilities
2. According to the passage, who are pointed out to considerably influence young child?
A. their peers B. their teachers C. their parents D. famous people
3. The word “this” in paragraph 2 refers to ________.
A. Puberty brings lots of emotions for teens
B. Parents have a huge influence on a young child’s values and interests
C. Both parents and teens need time to adapt the relationship
D. Parents cannot separate from their teens who want to be free
4. The word “willing” is CLOSET in meaning to
A. shocked B. ready C. strict D. sympathetic
5. Which of the following is NOT TRUE about the solution as teens get older?
A. Complain and resist B. Communicate constantly
C. Set rules about routine and home life D. Ask teens to take on responsibilities

UNIT 3. CITIES OF THE FUTURE

Circle A. B. C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions
1. People will mainly use __________ fuels such as wind and sun energy for transport.
A. fossil B. nonrenewable C. effective D. renewable
2. The factory was punished for not ____________ chemicals before discharging them into the
rivers.
A. ensuring B. turning into C. treating D. dealing
3. The main ___________ to the survival of these creatures comes from their loss of habitat.
A. fuel B. threat C. shortage D. change
4. City dwellers will have a better life thanks to _________ technology.
A. promoted B. improved C. advanced D. low
5. ______________ is the fact of a country or city having too many people living in it
A. Population B. overpopulated C. overpopulation D. popular
6. Vietnamese people still complain __________ overcrowded streets during the rush hour.
A. to B. about C. on D. for
7. People’s lives will continue to be _________ because of the continuous risk of earthquakes
and tsunamis here.
A. threat B. threatening C. threatened D. satisfied
8. In the future, people will build offshore wind farms to replace ageing ___________ network.
A. electricity B. electronic C. electric D. electrical
9. In Singapore, the mobile app Parking.sg allows you to book a parking space, and
___________ a payment.
A. take B. give C. make D. provide
10. Using a mobile app, ___________ can unlock bikes from one station and return them to any
other station in the system
A. reside B. residence C. residents D. residential
11. In Toronto (Canada), you can ___________ an appointment and see a doctor online a from
your own home.
A. book B. do C. take D. pay
12. I am not familiar ____________ the terms such as solar energy, solar panel. Can you
explain them?
A. about B. on C. with D. in
13. Smart street infrastructure with sensor technology will provide information _________
faster, cheaper, and better decision-making
A. for B. with C. of D. on
14.
Ann: Have you heard that they're planning to have driverless buses in the future? Will it be
possible?
David: _______________. They have invited some expert already.
A. I'm not really sure about it C. I don’t think so
B. I’m pretty certain about it. D. There is some doubt in mind
15.
Ann: I heard that in the future people will build cities on the ocean. Do you think that will be
possible?
David: _______________. With the help of modern technologies, we can build cities on water
A. I'm not really sure about it C. It’s very unlikely
B. I have no doubt about it D. I don’t believe it’s true
16. The road will remain safe ________ the flood washes out the bridge.
A. as long as B. unless C. providing that D.
since
17. It looks like they’re going to succeed ________ their present difficulties.
A. despite B. because of C. even though D.
yet
18. The ____________ friendly products are designed not to harm the natural environment.
A. environment B. environmental
C. environmentally D. environmentalism
19. Water, solar and wind are ___________ sources of energy.
A. friendly environmental B. environment – friendly
C. friendly environment D. environmental friendly
20. Nonrenewable energy has negative ______________ on the environment.
A. impact B. benefit C. quality D. warning
Complete the following sentences with the correct forms of the words in capitals.
1. Environmentalists say there is a high risk of ___________________ from the landfill site.
(POLLUTE)
2. The disease spread quickly among the poor slum _________________ of the city.
(DWELL)
3. The industry needs to look for technological _____________________ to their problems.
(SOLVE)
4. Children need to be able to communicate ideas _________________________________ to
have a good job in the future. (EFFECTIVE)
5. Traffic is now flowing _______________________ again with the computer-controlled
system. (SMOOTH)
Circle A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s)
1. Some smart technologies are difficult to use and without training, city dwellers might find
them useless.
A. migrants B. immigrants C. residents D. emigrants
2. The area will be more vibrant, and it will attract more tourists.
A. passive B. liveable C. enegetic D. available
Circle A B C or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).
1. The police are conducting a safety awareness programme in local schools.
A. certainty B. security C. danger D. doubt
2. He thinks he's special with his expensive suits and fancy shoes.
A. costly B. reasonable C. prohibitive D. upmarket
Use the simple or continuous form of the verbs in brackets to complete the sentences.
1. Many Vietnamese parents believe that their children study English because they
_______________________ (RECOGNISE) its importance.
2. I ______________________ (KNOW) that the beaches in Bali, Indonesia are always full of
tourists who are attracted by their beauty.
3. Ven Keo, my pen pal in Laos, changed his mind again. Now he _____________________
(THINK) of studying at a university in Viet Nam, not in Singapore.
4. ______________ you ________________ (REMEMBER) visiting the Chocolate Hills, one
of the top tourist attractions in the Philippines?
5. 'How ________________ you _________________ (FEEL) now, Mai?' - 'Oh, much better.
Thanks a lot, Dr Lam.'
6. Visitors (SEE) ____________________ the process of making batik material in small
villages in Sumatra, Indonesia.
7. Singapore (CONSIST) ____________________ of one main island and 63 other tiny
islands.
8. My mom (WEIGH)_____________________ the apples now in order to sell them
Choose the correct answers in brackets to complete the sentences
1. What's the matter with you? You look (unhappy / unhappily).
2. We greeted the visitors (warm / warmly) and made them feel welcome.
3. John (sudden / suddenly) appeared from behind the door and said hello to us.
4. Jane (is tasting/ tastes) the soup. She thinks it (is tasting/ tastes) delicious.
5. We (see/ are seeing) Mr Smith tomorrow at his office.
Read the following text and choose the best answer to fill in the blanks.
THE CAR OF THE FUTURE
Driving along the motorway in busy traffic, the driver suddenly presses a button on his
steering wheel. The car is now driving itself. This may (1) _________________ like something
from the future, but driverless cars are already in reality on California’s roads. Many cars can
already park themselves on the roadside, brake automatically when the car needs to slow down,
and warn the driver (2) __________ they are slipping out of the right lane, so going driverless
is just the next step towards automated driving.
Driverless cars are equipped with fast broadband, allowing them to overtake other cars (3),
and even communicate with traffic lights as they approach junctions. Being stuck in traffic
jams could become a thing of the past, as driverless cars will be able to drive at speed (4)
___________ to each other.
 More than fifty million people die or are injured in road accidents every year, and the
majority of these accidents is caused by human (5) _________________. Google’s driverless
car sticks of to the speed limit and doesn’t get tired. So wouldn’t it be a great idea if all cars
were driverless.
(ww.english-grammar.at)
1. A. look B. sound C. feel D. sense
2. A. if B. where C. why D. what
3. A. nicely B. quickly C. harmlessly D. safely
4. A. too closer B. much closer C. very closely D. so closet
5. A. inaccuracy B. offence C. error D. crime
Read the following passage and circle A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of
the questions.
Where smart cities were once regarded purely as a vision of the future, they are now
becoming a reality in numerous urban centres across the globe. From Dubai, Singapore,
Amsterdam, Copenhagen, and Madrid to Southampton in the UK, we’re already beginning to
see smart cities provide inhabitants with improved living conditions, easier mobility and
cleaner, safer environments, by using cloud computing to power services. But as with all
public sector initiatives, smart city services need to be delivered as cost effectively as possible
to minimize the taxpayer burden. Often, key decision makers are met with obstacles when it
comes to deploying smart services, preventing smart cities initiatives from reaching their full
potential – or worse, blocking them altogether.
Central to the functioning of most ‘normal’ city ecosystems is the underlying data they run
on. Regardless as to whether that data is stored on local servers or using cloud storage, when
that data is fragmented or incomplete, identifying emerging trends for strategic planning and
cost reduction becomes extremely difficult – and because of this, authorities have to adopt an
entirely reactive approach. Conversely, in a smart city environment, connected sensors forming
an Internet of Things (IoT) provide valuable data for analysis and, in turn, insight into the
specific city’s behavioural trends. With this level of information, services can be optimized to
reduce costs and risk, increase urban flows and manage assets. Importantly, they can also
provide real-time connections and interactions between the city’s businesses, local
governments, service providers and citizens.
In this way, operations and services are elevated through the integration and connection of
physical devices via IoT networks, ultimately transforming how a city runs.
(Source: https://www.techradar.com/)
1. Which best serves as the title for the passage?
A. A question of data. B. Alignment of minds.
C. Smart city’s supporters. D. The same old route.
2. According to paragraph 1, which statement is correct about the current situation for smart
cities?
A. Smart cities promise technological convenience so high service fees are not a problem.
B. Dubai, Amsterdam and Hampton are among the cities advancing the title of “smart”.
C. There still exist many challenges for the institution and development of smart cities.
D. The already successful smart city in the world were the works of policy-makers.
3. The word “they” in paragraph 2 refers to _______.
A. environments B. ecosystems C. services D. initiatives
4. According to paragraph 2, what is the matter that the author want to emphasise?
A. Human’s urge to share information. B. The importance of data network.
C. The possibilities of tech disasters. D. The caliber of artificial intelligence.
5. The word “elevated” in paragraph 3 can be replaced by ______.
A. demoted B. controlled C. dignified D. upgraded

UNIT 4. ASEAN AND VIET NAM

I. VOCABULARY & GRAMMAR:
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.
1. Now can I please get on with the job, without any more interference from you?
A. approval B. intervention C. limitation D. postponement
2. Most Vietnamese students know what the red colour on their national flag stands for.
A. targets B. symbolizes C. purposes D. performs
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.
3. The 28th and 29th ASEAN Summits opened in Vientiane, Laos, late on Tuesday on the
theme of “Turning Vision into Reality for a Dynamic ASEAN Community".
A. energetic B. inactive C. innovative D. productive
4. He had never experienced such discourtesy towards the president as it occurred at the annual
meeting in May in Malaysia.
A. rudeness B. measurement C. encouragement D. politeness
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of
the following questions.
5. John is having a clown birthday party. The clown is appearing. He always loves watching
A B C
the clown. He is looking happy
D
6. You can congratulate yourself about having done an excellent job.
A B C D
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct response to each of the exchanges.
7. Mike and Joe are talking about transport in the future within the ASEAN region.
- Mike: “Do you think there will be pilotless planes?”.
- Joe: “______”.
A. I’m afraid I can’t. B. What for? There are quite a few around.
C. Why not? There have been cars without drivers. D. I’m glad you like it.
8. Clara and Phil are discussing women and men in Asean’s society.
- Clara: "As I see it, women often drive more carefully than men."
- Phil: "_________”
A. Yes, please B. Absolutely C. What nonsense D. Never mind
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions.
9. I look forward to………….to Brunei. I‘ve never been there before
A. go B. to go C. going D. be going
10. Some studies claim that ………..to heavy metal music is good for your health.
A. listen B. listening C. be listening D. listened
11. He often imagines………..the first prize in the speaking competition
A. win B. to win C. winning D. to winning
12. I appreciate… … … . . the opportunity to givea talk about ASEAN at your school.
A. having B. to have C. have D. had
13. Lan had planned … … … . the ASEAN scholarship, but she missed the deadline.
A. apply for B. to apply for C. applying for D. to applying for
14. Some people can‘t get used to … … … … Vietnamese noodles with chopsticks.
A. eat B. eating C. be eating D. have eaten
15. The ASEAN School Tour Programme helps… … … cultural exchanges between
Korea and ASEAN countries.
A. promote B. promoted C. promoting D. promotes
16. Suri kept ……….. at the floor during the interview.
A. look B. to look C. looking D. to looking
17. Not all the winners will receive great prizes, but nobody leaves ________
A. blank-handed B. clear-handed C. empty-handed D. white-handed
18. The 28th and 29th ASEAN Summits will focus ________ efforts to build the ASEAN
Community.
A. at B. for C. in D. on
19. ASEAN ________ of ten Southeast Asian countries, namely: Brunei. Cambodia, Indonesia,
Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Viet Nam.
A. consists B. contains C. includes D. involves
20. The population of ASEAN is more than 600 million people, ________ about 8% of the
world's population.
A. counting on B. setting for C. accounting for D. making of
21. Lao PDR stands ________ Lao People's Democratic Republic.
A. by B. for C. on D. with
22. Viet Nam is a member of many international ___________.
A. businesses B. communities C. programmes D. organisations
23. Joining the WTO has helped Viet Nam ____________ its economic growth.
A. provide B. promote C. prevent D. predict
24. The ASEAN gross domestic product grew ________ 4.6% to reach US$ 2.57 trillion in
2015.
A. on B. by C. in D. with
25. The member states will act in accordance ________ the law to set out in various ASEAN
instruments.
A. for B. of C. to D. with
26. It is no use ________ a girl that she doesn't need to lose any weight.
A. convince B. convincing C. to convince D. to convincing
27. She did a funny little curtsy which Josh and Silver couldn't help ________ at.
A. laugh B. laughing C. to laugh D. to laughing
28._______ he had enough money, he refused to buy a new car.
A. In spite B. In spite of C. Despite D. Although
29._______, he walked to the station.
A. Despite being tired B. Although to be tired
C. In spite being tired D. Despite tired
30. She apologized ________ waiting so long.
A. for keeping me B. for me C. for me keeping D. to me for
Complete the following sentences with the correct forms of the words in capitals.
1. With a population of over 237 million people, Indonesia is the world's fourth most
____________________ country. (POPULATE)
2. Over the past decade, Viet Nam - ASEAN ___________________ have been growing fast in
all areas, particularly in politics and the economy. (RELATE)
3. Unfortunately, the solution to this problem is neither simple nor _____________________.
(ECONOMY)
4. All ______________________________ were asked to list all the members of ASEAN that
they could think of in a one-minute period. (PARTICIPATE)
5. Viet Nam has also become more attractive to foreign______________________________ .
(INVEST)
II. READING COMPREHENSION
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or
phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Asia's economic, political and cultural importance is growing at a never-before seen rate. Take
China, for example: In terms of purchasing power, China is now the largest (1) ________ of the
world, having recently (2) _________ over the crown from the long time leader United States.
Understanding the fundamental structural changes in the global economy and having studied
abroad in Asia is a huge asset on your (3) _________ when competing for jobs.
Although the increasing importance of the continent, many international with experience in
companies are expanding to Asia and need (4) _________ with experience in Asian markets
and culture. To get a (5) __________ of the action and business ideas flowing from Asia, visit
Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation's (APEC) website.
1. A. economic B. economical C. economically D. economy
2. A. came B. passed C. kicked D. taken
3. A. summary B. profile C. resume D. requirement
4. A. employees B. employers C. employment D. unemployment
5. A. glance B. glimpse C. look D. view
Read the passage and circle the best answer A, B, C, or D.
Singapore was one of the five original member countries that founded ASEAN in 1967. Since
its independence in 1965, Singapore has become one of the world’s most prosperous countries,
with per capita GDP equalling that of the leading nations of Western Europe. Singapore is
highly ranked for its economic competitiveness, and it was the world’s most competitive
country from 1997 to 1999 as ranked by the World Economic Forum.
Singapore’s strategic location at the entrance to the Strait of Malacca has helped it to become
one of the most important shipping centres in Asia. The Port of Singapore, the world’s busiest
in terms of shipping tonnage, is a key component of Singapore’s prosperity and economic
health. Singapore is a leader in manufacturing of computer components, petroleum refining,
and business services.
Singapore has made an impressive recovery after the Asian financial crisis of 1997-1998. The
government is currently restructuring the economy by promoting higher-value-added activities
in line with a “knowledge-based” economy, and by opening up protected sectors such as
financial services to increase overall efficiency. Various bilateral free-trade agreements are also
being negotiated to improve market access and encourage foreign investment inflows.
1. Since when has Singapore become one of the world’s most prosperous countries?
A. 1965 B. 1967 C. 1997 D. 1999
2. What does the word “it” in the first paragraph refer to?
A. ASEAN C. Singapore
B. GDP D. the World Economic Forum
3. What is the important component of Singapore’s prosperity and economic health?
A. Singapore’s strategic location C. Singapore’s shipping
B. the Strait of Malacca D. the Port of Singapore
4. In what areas is Singapore leading?
A. manufacturing of computer components B. petroleum refining
C. business services D. A, B, and C
5. What happened in the period of 1997-1998?
A. Singapore made an impressive recovery.
B. The Asian financial crisis took place.
C. The Singaporean government promoted higher-value-added activities.
D. The Singaporean government opened up financial services.
III. WRITING
Complete the second sentences so that the meaning is similar to the first.
1. Could you help me translate the documents for the workshop?
=> Do you mind _______________________________________________ for the workshop?
2. They managed to start a youth programme in Southeast Asia.
=> They succeeded in __________________________________________ in Southeast Asia.
3. Maria can't forget the conference she participated last year.
=> _____________________________________ was an unforgettable experience for Maria.
4. It is more convenient for students to apply for ASEAN scholarships online.
=> ______________________________________________ is more convenient for students.
5. My sister usually listens to music in her free time.
=> My sister’s hobby is __________________________________________ in her free time.
6.Did you manage to get hold of the CD?
=> Did you succeed __________________________________________________________.
7.He can’t walk very well.
=> He has difficulty __________________________________________________________.
8.He wished he had invited her to his birthday party.
=> He regretted _____________________________________________________________.

UNIT 5. GLOBAL WARMING

I. VOCABULARY & GRAMMAR
Circle A. B. C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions
1. ______________ is the increase in the temperature on Earth
A, Greenhouse effect B, Global warming
C, Climate change D, Ecological balance
2. Although global warming is causing changes in weather patterns, it is only one aspect of
________
A, global warming B, ecological balance
C, climate change D, carbon footprint
3. Certain ______in the atmosphere such as carbon dioxide, methane and nitrous oxide, block
heat from escaping.
A. effects B. emission C. gases D. layers
4. _____________ means changes in the earth’s weather, including changes in temperature,
wind patterns and rainfall.
A, global warming B, ecological imbalance
C, greenhouse effect D, climate change
5. Greenhouse gas __________ from factories and vehicles can result in global warming
A, emit B, emissions C, effects D,
causes
6. Most of the jungle was ________________ to get wood in order to produce paper products.
A, deforested B, threatened C, warned D, emitted
7. Oil spills are a great ____________ to the undersea world
A, threat B, threaten C, threatened D, threateningly
8. After we read the report on how the burning of petrol in cars _________ to climate change,
we determined to reduce our carbon footprint.
A, devote B, contribute C, result D, cause
9. This species of African elephants is ___________
A. dying out B. dying of C. dying on D. dying down
10. The medical community continues to make progress in the fight against cancer.
A. speed B. expect more C. do better D. treat better
11. The tiger is ___________ of extinction. It is difficult to find them in the wild.
A. on the wing B. on the rocks C. on the verge D. on the ground
12. Most of the air pollution results ____ the burning of fossil fuels, motor vehicles, factories,
aircraft and rockets.
A. in B. to C. on D. from
13. As a student, I think I should study more and be more responsible for making contribution
______ preserving our environment better.
A. on B. of C. from D. to
14. Nam: If I were you, I wouldn’t burn the dry leaves in the garden. Breathing in smoke can
hurt your eyes and make you sick. - Mike: _________. I’d better put out the fire.
A. Watch out B. Oh really C. I don’t think so D.
No problem
15.
- Mark: Dad, watch out for the falling tree!
- Dad: Oh no! I nearly got hit. ______ for the warning.
A. Yes please B. Thanks C. I don’t like D.
Never mind
14. Our family will go for a trip this summer __________ Jack finishes all of his exams.
A. because B. when C. but D. so
15. He didn’t go to the concert __________ he had already seen the band perform.
A. but B. unless C. because D. if
Complete the following sentences with the correct forms of the words in capitals.
1. Methane comes from farming _____________________________ and landfill waste. (ACT)
2. The _______________________ and use of coal, oil, and natural gas also release methane.
(PRODUCE)
3. Madagascar suffers from a high rate of _______________________________. (FOREST)
4. When people can understand clearly the ________________________ impacts, they will be
more aware of conserving forests. (ENVIRONMENT)
5. Air ____________________ can cause acid rain which damages water, soil and vegetation.
(POLLUTE)
Circle A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s)
1. Deforestation is one of the biggest environmental threats to the ecological balance in the
world.
A. sureties B. certainties C. dangers D. safety
2. Global warming is one of the biggest issues facing humans nowadays.
A. causes B. factors C. concerns D. agreements
Circle A. B. C or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined
word(s)
1. His policies were beneficial to the economy as a whole.
A. harmless B. crude C. harmful D. innocent
2. "Be quick! We must speed up if we don’t want to miss the flight. "
A. turn down B. look up C. slow down
D. put forward
II. WRITING
Complete the following sentences, present participle and past participle.
1. ______________________________________ (miss) the college days, I called my friends.
2. _______________________ (look) at the positive side of the job offer, Max accepted it.
3. _______________________ (surround) by police officers, the bank robber gave up.
4. _______________________ (sit) in the rocking chair, the old woman looked at the kids in
her yard.
5. I opened the mail, _______________________ (shake) with excitement.
6. _____________________ (confuse) by the homework assignment, I emailed my professor.
7. _______________________ (encourage) by all the teachers, Alex joined the IAS coaching.
Rewrite the following sentences as long as the meaning is unchanged, using participles.
1. While she was tidying up her room she found some old photos.
Tidying ____________________________________________________________________
2. He was accused of murder and arrested.
Accused ___________________________________________________________________
3. The car was taken to the garage. It was repaired within an hour.
Taken _____________________________________________________________________
4. She was admired by everyone and began to grow arrogant.
Admired ___________________________________________________________________
5. The film is based on real events and tells the story of a reporter.
Based _____________________________________________________________________
Read the following text and choose the best answer to fill in the blanks.
Coal, oil, and natural gas supply modern civilization (1) __________ most of its power.
However, not only are supplies of these fuels limited, but they are a major source of pollution.
If the energy demands of the future are to be met without seriously harming the environment,
existing (2) __________ energy sources must be improved or further explored and developed.
These include nuclear, water, solar, wind, and geothermal power, as well as energy from new,
(3) __________ types of fuels. Each of these alternatives, however, has advantages and
disadvantages.
Nuclear power plants efficiently produce large amounts of electricity without polluting the
atmosphere; however, they are costly to build and maintain, and they pose the daunting
problem of what to do with nuclear wastes. Hydroelectric power is (4) __________ and
environmentally safe, but impractical for communities located far from moving water.
Harnessing energy from tides and waves has similar drawbacks. Solar power holds great
promise for the future but methods of collecting and –concentrating sunlight are as yet (5)
__________, as are methods of harnessing wind power.
1. A. on B. for C. with D. of
2. A. alternate B. alternative C. alternatively D. alter
3. A. nonpolluting B. pollution C. polluted D. polluting
4. A. expensively B. inexpensively C. expensive D. inexpensive
5. A. efficient B. efficiently C. inefficient D. inefficiently
Read the following passage and circle A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of
the questions.
We are a planet of seven billion people, and this number is growing by about 370,000 people
every day. This is putting a huge strain on the planet's natural resources. For many governments
and environmental organizations, the race is on to drastically reduce our consumption of
resources before they run out.
Water is one of our most precious resources. Our quality of life, as well as life itself, depends
on the availability of clean, fresh water. It is the most widely used resource in industry, and
plays a major role in energy production. Although 70 percent of the world is covered in water,
only 2.5 percent of that is fresh water, and less than one percent of that freshwater is readily
available to us. Yet we often overestimate how much water we have, and reduce it further
through pollution or inefficient use.
Some 92 percent of all fresh water used annually is dedicated to growing plants and raising
animals for food. This means that if water runs out, our food supply might follow. In India, it is
estimated that future water shortages could reduce grain harvests by 25%. In a country where
the population exceeds 1.2 billion people and is growing rapidly every year, this is a huge
concern. India, like many developing countries, is already struggling to provide for its
population. While most people in developed countries can get water at the turn of a tap, nearly
four billion people elsewhere lack access to safe water, according to United Nations
Development Report.
Rain forests are another endangered resource. While rain forests are critically important to
humanity, they are rapidly being destroyed by human activities. The biggest cause of
deforestation is conversion of forest land for agriculture. Often called the "Lungs of the Planet”,
rain forests once covered 14 percent of the Earth's land surface, but this has shrunk to only six
percent. Every second, an area of rain forest, the size of a football field, is destroyed at this rate.
Rain forests will possibly disappear completely in less than 40 years.
(Adapted from: Active Reading)
1. Which best serves as the title for the passage?
A. Resources for the future. B. Human and environment.
C. Awareness of conservation. D. Water pollution.
2. The word "strain" in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to ________
A. contradiction B. depletion C. harmony D. pressure
3. In paragraph 2, water is one of our most precious resources because ________.
A. most parts of the world is covered in fresh water.
B. our quality of life depends on the availability of fresh water.
C. fresh water is hardly used for energy production.
D. all freshwater on earth is readily available to us.
5. The word “they” in paragraph 3 refers to_________.
A. rain forests B. humanity C. human activities D. resources
6. Which of the following is NOT true, according to the passage?
A. Most of the fresh water is used to grow plants and raise animals for food.
B. The availability of clean, fresh water greatly affects our quality of life.
C. Our forests, the "Lungs of the Planet”, are increasing quickly.
D. The deforestation has been caused mainly by conversion of forest land for agriculture.

…………………………………………………………………………………………………
REARRANGEMENT
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the
sentences to make a meaningful paragraph/letter/dialogue in each of the following
questions.
Question 1. Hi Claire,
a. I’ve also been thinking about visiting some museums and art galleries in the city.
b. I just wanted to thank you for recommending that travel blog.
c. I’m excited to try out the restaurant you mentioned; it looks amazing!
d. I’ve already booked my trip to Paris, and your tips have been incredibly helpful.
e. Hopefully, we can meet up for coffee when I return.
Looking forward to hearing from you,
Sophie
A. b – d – a – c – e B. b – c – a – d – e C. d – b – a – c – e D. b – d – c – a – e
Question 2. Dear Michael,
a. I’m really grateful for your feedback; it gave me a fresh perspective.
b. Thanks for reviewing the draft of my article on environmental issues.
c. I’m making the necessary edits now and hope to submit it by the end of the week.
d. If you have time, maybe we can discuss the revisions over coffee.
e. I look forward to your thoughts on the updated version once it’s ready.
Best wishes,
Lily
A. b – a – d – c – e B. b – a – c – e – d C. d – a – c – b – e D. b – c – d – a – e
Question 3
a. Cleaning the floor is always a laborious and boring task, but with the help of a robotic
vacuum, things will be much more convenient.
b. Second, using the mobile application as a remote-control device, house owners can control
the robot when they are away from home.
c. First, robotic vacuums provide humans with a much cleaner environment. Any dust, spots,
and dirty marks in the house which may harm owners’ health can be cleaned completely.
d. Last but not least, robotic vacuum cleaners are cost-efficient. They are much cheaper than
expensive housekeepers. The machine can be set to clean exactly as we wish, while requiring
little maintenance.
e. Another advantage is that robotic vacuum cleaners are easy to store and easy to carry. A
robotic vacuum is usually much smaller than a vacuum cleaner, so it can be easily stored in a
closet, under a bed, or anywhere.
A. d - a - b - c - e B. b - a - d - c - e C. a - b - c - d - e D. a - c - b - e - d
Question 4.
a. The Internet reshaped the world, allowing us to find information instantly and learn in detail.
b. I believe that the Internet has had the biggest impact of all inventions in the 20th century.
c. Furthermore, the Internet enables instant communication, access to news, and 24-hour online
shopping.
d. There are also countless educational videos and online courses that broaden our knowledge.
e. To sum up, the Internet has influenced almost every part of our lives and is the greatest
invention of recent history.
A. b - d - a - c - e B. b - a - d - c - e C. b - c - a - d - e D. b - a - c - d - e
Question 5. Hi Emma,
a. You were right about that documentary; it really opened my eyes to new perspectives.
b. I’ve been thinking a lot about what we discussed last time, especially about climate change.
c. I’ve already started researching more about the topic and how I can contribute.
d. Thanks again for recommending that documentary, I really appreciate it.
e. Let’s catch up soon to talk more about our ideas for community action.
Speak soon,
A. b – a – c – d – e B. d – a – b – e – c C. b – d – a – c – e D. a – b – d – c – e
Question 6.
a. Besides, team sports and physical activities provided by schools help teenagers improve
cognitively and psychologically.
b. Many teenagers enjoy hanging out with friends, as socializing boosts happiness and reduces
anxiety.
c. Teenagers today have numerous entertainment options, from sports to video games.
d. Creating art is another relaxing activity, which also enhances focus and well-being.
e. Lastly, while video games are often debated, they actually enhance cognitive skills like
memory and problem-solving.
A. c - d - a - b - e B. b - c - d - a - e C. c - b - a - e - d D. d - b - c - e - a
Question 7.
a. Overall, a trip to Trang An offers a unique experience for nature lovers and history buffs
alike.
b. It is a scenic landscape complex that includes limestone karst mountains, caves, rivers, and
rice paddies. The area is famous for its natural beauty and cultural significance, as it was once
the capital of Vietnam during the Dinh and Le dynasties.
c. Visitors can take a boat tour through the complex, which typically lasts around two to three
hours. During the tour, you can see the breathtaking views of limestone cliffs, explore the
caves, and visit the temples and pagodas located throughout the complex.
d. Trang An is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Ninh Binh Province, Vietnam.
e. Trang An is also home to several endangered species, including the Delacour's langur, a
species of leaf monkey. The complex has been recognized as an important site for biodiversity
conservation and ecotourism.
A. d – b – c – e – a B. c – d – a – e – b C. a – e – d – c – b D. d – a – b – e –
c
Question 8.
a. I'm looking for a penfriend living in Da Lat, Viet Nam.
b. I stopped going to school last year and I am working as a farmer in Taiwan.
c. Send me a message and tell me about yourself and your family.
d. I hope to hear from you soon!
e. Hi! My name is Tao Wang. I am 20 years old.
A. a - b - c - d - e B. e - c - d - b - a C. b - c - d - e - a D. e - b - a - c - d
Question 9:
a. I am into Cantopop and like Jay Chou very much.
b. Hi, Wang! I am Ming Ton from Da Lat, Viet Nam.
c. I'd like to have a Chinese penfriend to master my Chinese which I have been learning for 5
years.
d. Would you mind telling me about your hobbies? I look forward to hearing from you.
e. I am 22 years old and I am a student.
A. b - e - d - a - c B. b - e - c - a - d C. b - e - a - d - c D. b - e - a - c - d
Question 10:
a. Initially, I felt nervous about volunteering, but I quickly realized how rewarding it could be.
b. Next, I attended an orientation session to learn more about the organization's mission and
volunteer opportunities.
c. Finally, I reflected on my experiences and felt a sense of fulfillment knowing that I had made
a positive impact in my community.
d. Then, I signed up for volunteer shifts and began contributing my time and efforts.
e. Secondly, I researched various organizations and found one that aligned with my interests
and values.
A. a - e - b - d - c B. e - d - a - c - b C. a - e - b - c - d D. b - c - a - e - d