<#g3> 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.

Question 1: A. congestion B. feature C. mature D. generation
Question 2: A. ancient B. dangerous C. backache D. demand

<#g3> 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.
Question 3: A. online B. submit C. outdoor D. replace
Question 4: A. magnificent B. particular C. memorable D. continuous

<#g3> Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word OPPOSITE in
meaning to the underlined word.
Question 5: The company's financial report was released publicly so that everyone could access the
information.
A. openly B. privately C. officially D. legally
Question 6: The teacher asked the students to observe the experiment carefully and take detailed notes.
A. ignore B. follow C. notice D. distract

<#g3> Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word CLOSEST in
meaning to the underlined word.
Question 7: The low-quality images can be enhanced using digital technology.
A. improved B. established C. exchanged D. degraded
Question 8: Many employers consider hands-on experience as important as academic qualifications.
A. practical B. theoretical C. responsible D. accessible

<#g3> 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.
Question 9: A large international meeting was held with the aim of promoting ______ development in
all countries.
A. repetitive B. sustainable C. ruinous D. communal
Question 10: Natural wonders are one of various valuable ______ of our country.
A. admirations B. conservations C. possessions D. explorations
Question 11: Every one of us has made a positive ______ to the overall success of the project.
A. contribution B. contributory C. contributor D. contributing
Question 12: Nowadays, leisure games for children depend mostly on ______ devices such as
computers or smartphones.
A. electrical B. electric C. electricity D. electronic
Question 13: Kate is talking to David about her laptop.
Kate: "Thank you very much for helping me fix my laptop!" - David: “______”
A. You’re welcome! B. I’m a genius! C. Laptops are tricky. D. Let’s play
games.
Question 14: Tom is talking with his mom.
Tom: “______” - Mom: “I am afraid no. You remember your exam tomorrow?”
A. Can I hang out with Peter tonight?
B. May I do some revision tonight?
C. Do I need to finish my assignments tonight?
D. Would you mind helping me study tonight?
Question 15: We should all cut down on fossil fuel consumption ______ the environment will be
less polluted.
 A. whereas B. so that C. even though D. when
Question 16: Students in that school are required ______ a uniform.
A. wearing B. wear C. being worn D. to wear
Question 17: There has been a gradual increase ______ people’s income over the last ten years.
A. by B. in C. of D. to
Question 18: Her husband, ______ is currently on a business trip to Poland, is an engineer.
A. who B. whose C. that D. which
Question 19: The traditional weaving techniques were ______ from the mother to her daughter.
A. handed down B. figured out C. thrown away D. given in
Question 20: While Kathy was preparing dinner, her husband ______ the garden.
A. waters B. watered C. was watering D. was watered

<#g3> Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the part that is incorrect in
each of the sentences.
Question 21: One of the tourist attractions that they are planning to visit have breathtaking scenery
surrounded by a peaceful river.
A. the B. have C. that D. a
Question 22: The government is discussing ways to reduce the large number of traffic which often
causes congestions in the city center.
A. The B. number C. which D. causes

<#g2> Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to
indicate the correct word that completes each blank.
Urban living brings with it a mix of both excitement and challenges that all of us should be aware of.
On the one hand, the city’s (####) ______ of amenities and services helps to improve residents’
quality of life. Public transport systems are generally more (####) ______, making it easy to get
around without a car or a motorbike. Residents also have quick access to supermarkets, shopping
malls, and restaurants catering to diverse tastes.
On the other hand, the cost of living in cities can be too high for many dwellers. Rent and daily
expenses are often much higher than those in suburban or rural areas. (####) ______, the fast-paced
nature of city life can be overwhelming for some people. The constant noise and large crowds may
also cause stress and fatigue.
Despite these downsides, many individuals still find city life (####) ______ due to the abundance of
job opportunities and cultural experiences. As a result, people move to cities from all over the world,
seeking a better life and new experiences. While urban living may not be the best option for everyone,
it undeniably (####) ______ a unique blend of excitement, diversity, and opportunities that attract
millions.
(Adapted from: Urban challenges in the 21st century)
Question 23: A. variety B. accomplishment C. absence D. shortage
Question 24: A. efficient B. restrictive C. concentric D. ineffective
Question 25: A. Moreover B. However C. Nevertheless D. Whereas
Question 26: A. appealing B. unattractive C. terrible D. dreadful
Question 27: A. offers B. refuses C. produces D. occurs

<#g2> 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.
It’s important to be able to articulate your dream job. Not just for personal reasons, but also for when
you’re asked about it in interviews. But, how can you even begin to describe your ideal job, especially
to someone who’s clearly going to be judging your response? Just picking a place to start is a
challenging task.
First, let’s talk about what you’re good at doing, or your strengths. It’s likely you’ve already had the
chance to talk about this topic a bit during the interview, so it makes for a nice transition. Highlight the
skills that you enjoy using most, not just the ones you’re a superstar at. This is about your dream job,
so don’t shy away from mentioning any that you want to grow as well.
Think big picture for this. What drew you to your industry? What’s something you did as a kid that’s
actually found its way into your work? What is it about your career that keeps you engaged? Weave
that in. Giving a sense of what your career values are will give the interviewer an idea about what
motivates you; it’s a good way to bring the focus back to the company you’re interviewing for. It also
adds some extra complexity to your answer. You’re not just saying, “I want an interesting job that I’m
good at.” I mean, that’s nice, but this is your dream job we’re talking about! Don’t limit yourself with
anything that official. Instead, give the hiring manager a more detailed response by covering your
skills, interests, and values. He or she will get the chance to learn more about you - and you have more
flexibility to line up your career goals and the position you’re applying for. That’s a win-win.
(Adapted from: https://www.themuse.com/)
Question 28: Which best serves as the title for the passage?
A. What makes for the dream job? B. How to deal with a tough question.
C. Is “dream job” really possible? D. Think actively about your career.

Question 29: The word “articulate” in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to ______.

A. express B. achieve C. love D. consider
Question 30: The word “it” in paragraph 2 refers to _______.
A. strength B. interview C. transition D. topic
Question 31: According to the passage, why is it helpful to mention career values in your response
about your dream job?
A. It helps shift focus away from your weaknesses.
B. It gives the interviewer insight into what motivates you.
C. It allows you to avoid discussing your previous roles.
D. It guarantees you’ll get the job.
Question 32: According to paragraph 3, what should the interviewees NOT include in their answers?
A. Guiding principles that help set priorities in career and life
B. The driving force behind their choices
C. Skill set and interests
D. The possibility of laziness

<#g3> 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.
Question 33: “Are you visiting your granddad this weekend?” Tom said Julie.
A. Tom asked Julie whether she was visiting her granddad that weekend.
B. Tom asked Julie if she is visiting her granddad that weekend.
C. Tom asked Julie whether she was visiting your granddad this weekend.
D. Tom asked Julie if was she visiting her granddad that weekend.
Question 34: Academic subjects are important, but students should also learn skills to prepare for
their future career.
A. Although academic subjects are important, students should also learn skills to prepare for their
future career.
B. Because academic subjects are important, students should also learn skills to prepare for their future
career.
C. Academic subjects are important so students should also learn skills to prepare for their future
career.
D. Academic subjects are so important that students should also learn skills to prepare for their future
career.
Question 35: Factories release a lot of toxic gases, so air pollution is serious.
A. The more toxic gases factories release, the more serious air pollution is.
B. The more toxic gases factories release, the less serious air pollution is.
C. The more serious air pollution is, the more toxic gases factories release.
D. The more serious air pollution is, the less toxic gases factories release.
Question 36: You can improve your English accent by talking to native English speakers.
A. If you talk to native English speakers, you can improve your English accent.
B. Unless you talk to native English speakers, you can improve your English accent.
C. If you improve your English accent, you can talk to native English speakers.
D. Unless you improve your English accent, you can talk to native English speakers.

<#g3> 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.
Question 37: She/ wish/ she/ help/ mother/ the housework/ but/ she/ busy/ her homework.
A. She wishes she could help her mother with the housework but she is too busy with her homework.
B. She wish she could help her mother with the housework but she was too busy for her homework.
C. She wishes she can help her mother with the housework but she is too busy with her homework.
D. She wishes she couldn’t help her mother with the housework but she is too busy for her homework.
Question 38: I/ have/ reports/ write/ not go/ party/ last night.
A. I had so many reports to write that I could not go to the party last night.
B. I had so much reports to write that I could not go to the party last night.
C. I had too many reports to write that I could not go to the party last night.
D. I had such many reports to write that I could not go to the party last night.
Question 39: This/ brochure /provide/ information /you/ need / visit/ London.
A. This is the brochure which provides the information you need to visit London.
B. This is the brochure that provides the information you need to visit to London.
C. This is the brochure who provides the information you need to visit to London.
D. This is the brochure that provide the information you need to visit London.
Question 40: John/ give/ you/ call/ soon/ arrive/ Paris.
A. John will give you a call as soon as he arrives in Paris.
B. John will give you a call as soon as he will arrive in Paris.
C. John gives you a call as soon as he arrives at Paris.
D. John will give you a call as soon as he arrives at Paris.