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You have probably heard about the unappealing dried foods that astronauts eat in space, such as the chalky ice cream and powdered pea soup. That means all the water is removed from those foods. But did you know that there are more than 90 different food and drink items on NASA’s space menu? (NASA is the American government organization concerned with spacecraft and space travel. NASA is an abbreviation for ‘National Aeronautics and Space Administration’) Many food items are dehydrated to prevent bacteria growing, so water must be added before consumption. But some foods look like those ready meals you find in the supermarkets, made hot in the microwave. In fact, the chefs have recently provided some gorgeous meals for the space crew. Astronauts choose their individual food selections on Earth, getting to taste it all first beforehand. Drinking is another matter. Although much is brought up with the astronauts and in cargo deliveries, a lot is recycled from human waste water. Yes, the water they use could have been someone else’s urine a day ago. You cannot be squeamish if you are an astronaut!
0Câu 2
NASA _____________.
A. does not prepare meals for astronauts
B.is a spaceship
C. does not allow astronauts to eat in a spaceship
D. prepares foods for astronauts
Câu 3
Astronauts ___________.
A. never have to drink recycled waste water
B.only drink refreshment
C. have to use recycled waste water
D. are not allowed to drink water
Câu 4
Food for astronauts in space ______________.
A. is dehydrated
B.contains a lot of water which is very important for their body in space
C. is the same as what they have on Earth
D. is delicious
Câu 5
The text is about _____________.
A. eating and drinking in space
B.water in space
C. eating in space
D. foods and astronauts
A.
B.
C.
D.

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It was July 20, 1969 when hundreds of millions of people watched on television as Apollo 11 astronaut, Neil Armstrong, walked on the surface of the moon for the first time. “That’s one small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind,” Armstrong said. Those words remain famous to this day. The historic trip was not easy. In 1960s, space travel was very dangerous. Armstrong said later, “There were just a thousand things to worry about.” Although Armstrong was the first astronaut to step on the surface of the Moon, astronauts Edwin Aldrin and Michael Collins, whom many people credit for the successful mission, were also aboard Apollo 11. After the successful landing, Aldrin and Armstrong planted the U.S. flag on the moon’s soil. They collected rocks and left a plaque that read “Here on From Planet Earth First Set Foot Upon The Moon. July 1969 A.D. We Came In Peace For All Mankind.” Although the astronauts were successful in reaching the moon, another obstacle was returning to earth safely. After successfully leaving the moon, the crew landed about 812 nautical miles off the coast of Hawaii in the Pacific Ocean. They were met by members of the U.S. Navy to bring them safely to shore. Armstrong called their mission the “beginning of a new age.” Although there were flights to the moon after Apollo 11’s journey, the last trip to the moon was in 1972. We hope there will be many more moon visits to come.
0Câu 6
The text is about ______________.
A. spaceships
B.space travels
C. the successful landing on the Moon
D. Neil Armstrong’s life
Câu 7
We can learn from the text that _______________.
A. when landing on the Moon Neil Armstrong said nothing
B.there is an American flag on the Moon
C. Neil Armstrong was not worried about his journey to the Moon
D. human beings have been able to land on the Moon since 1960
Câu 8
In Apollo 11 there were ____________ astronauts.
A. three
B.four
C. five
D. two
Câu 9
Armstrong brought the Earth _____________ from the Moon.
A. a credit
B.a flag
C. some rocks
D. a plaque
Câu 10
Which sentence is true?
A. There have been many trips to the Moon since 1972 up to now.
B.Apollo 11 landed on the land of Hawaii.
C. Apollo 11 landed off the coast of Hawaii in the Pacific Ocean.
D. Apollo 11 was not able to land.
A.
B.
C.
D.

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Is there life on Mars? Many people have (11) _____ about this question. Some writers of science-fiction think of people from Mars (12) _____ little green creatures. Others imagine 'Martians' as monsters with many eyes.
In studying this planet, astronomers have found that life may be possible on Mars. The first (13) _____ of this is that Mars has seasons, just like Earth. In other words, Earth's seasons, such as spring or summer, occur on Mars too. Because these seasons exist, it may be possible for (14) _____ and other higher (15) _____ forms to be found on Mars.
Astronomers also think that perhaps a small (16) _____ of water vapor could be found on Mars. In 1887, an Italian astronomer, Giovanni Schiaparelli, discovered markings on Mars' surface. These markings looked like canals. This finding (17) _____ astronomers to believe that since water exists on Mars, life forms could exist as well.
However, there are (18) _____ who feel that life on mars is not possible. This is because there is little or no (19) _____ of oxygen on the planet. In 1965, the Mariner IV capsule managed to take photographs of the planet. It discovered that the only forms of life found are vegetation like fungi and mosses. (20) _____, people remain fascinated by the idea that there could one day be life on Mars.
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(11)
A. wondered
B.asked
C. puzzled
D. confused
Câu 12
(12)
A. to be
B.like
C. as being
D. as
Câu 13
(13)
A. indication
B.mark
C. print
D. trace
Câu 14
(14)
A. vegetation
B.vegetarian
C. vegetables
D. veterinary
Câu 15
(15)
A. living
B.live
C. lively
D. life
Câu 16
(16)
A. portion
B.quantity
C. amount
D. mass
Câu 17
(17)
A. led
B.brought
C. took
D. got
Câu 18
(18)
A. some other
B.other
C. others
D. another
Câu 19
(19)
A. trace
B.mark
C. speck
D. bit
Câu 20
(20)
A. Nevertheless
B.Thus
C. Consequently
D. According
A.
B.
C.
D.

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The traditional definition of literacy is considered to be the ability to read and write, or the ability to use language to read, write, listen, and speak. In modern contexts, the word refers to reading and writing at a level adequate for communication, or at a level that lets one understand and communicate ideas in a literate society, so as to take part in that society. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has drafted the following definition: “Literacy is the ability to identify, understand, interpret, create, communicate and compute, using printed and written materials associated with varying contexts. Literacy involves a continuum of learning to enable an individual to achieve his or her goals, to develop his or her knowledge and potential, and to participate fully in the wider society.”
Policy makers also argue that literacy increases job opportunities and access to higher education. In Kerala, India, for example, female and child mortality rates declined dramatically in the 1960s, when girls who were educated in the educational reforms after 1948 began to raise families. Recent researchers, however, argue that correlations such as the one listed above may have more to do with the effects of schooling rather than literacy in general. Regardless, the focus of educational systems worldwide include a basic concept around communication through text and print, which is the foundation of most definitions of literacy.
Asian, Arab and Sub-Saharan African countries are regions with the lowest literacy rates at about 10% to 12%. East Asia and Latin America have illiteracy rates in the 10 to 15% region while developed countries have illiteracy rates of a few percent. Within ethnically homogeneous regions, literacy rates can vary widely from region to region. This often coincides with the region’s wealth or urbanization, though many factors play a role.
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A literate ___________.
A. cannot communicate with others in written language
B.can communicate in written language
C. can read but does not know how to write
D. cannot read any printed document
Câu 42
Literacy ___________.
A. is used to refer an ability to listen and speak
B.does not develop in modern society
C. helps one develop his or her knowledge and potential
D. is a term which has just come into being in the modem time
Câu 43
Thanks to __________, female and child mortality rates in Kerala declined dramatically in the 1960s.
A. job opportunities
B.job access
C. policy makers
D. the educational reforms for girls
Câu 44
The word “declined” in paragraph 2 can best be replaced with
A. fluctuate
B.dipped
C. relieved
D. decreased
Câu 45
The main cause of the variety of illiterate rates is __________.
A. religion
B.urbanization
C. region
D. wealth
A.
B.
C.
D.

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Many people have been (46) ______about the illiteracy in the world population, despite the fact that literacy rates have increased steadily over the past few decades, especially in the third world. Some countries, such as China, Cuba and Vietnam have experienced the most dramatic growth of literacy and are (47) ______Canadian and European rates. The United Nations (48)______illiteracy as the inability to read and write a simple sentence in any language. Figures of 1998 showed that 20% of the world population is illiterate. Being literate is related to wealth. The higher a person's level of literacy, the higher their potential earnings. The conditions of (49) ______and literacy are highly correlated, but it is important not to conflate literacy with wealth. Increases in literacy do not necessarily cause increases in wealth, (50) ______ does greater wealth necessarily improve literacy. Therefore, wealth is probably not a good barometer of “what it means to be literate.”
0Câu 46
Read the passage and then choose the best answer.
A. concerned
B.interested
C. keen
D. excited
Câu 47
Read the passage and then choose the best answer.
A. going
B.coming
C. running
D. reaching
Câu 48
Read the passage and then choose the best answer.
A. talks
B.calls
C. remarks
D. defines
Câu 49
Read the passage and then choose the best answer.
A. wealth
B.
C. wealthily
D. wealthless
Câu 50
Read the passage and then choose the best answer.
A. no
B.none
C. nor
D. not
A.
B.
C.
D.

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We are already at 6.3 billion in population and that may have something to do with our inability to eradicate hunger and poverty in the world. The world’s populations continue to expand every year, even as the political leaders give a lot of other reasons. The more populous the world is, the more problems we have to suffer. In other words, the world needs more money to pay for the fixes. All of the social problems of the world would be much easier to solve with a declining population, and better to accomplish this through enlightened policies than through plagues and wars. Although with progress in science and technology, food resources are increased, the world’s population expands to overwhelm the increased productivity. We need healthy ecosystems, but in our pursuit of progress, we have destroyed good parts of our rural landscapes and wildlife. Our whole experience shows that we can run out of our resources in the future. We, the human beings of the modern world, have always been able to invent ourselves out of problems. We tend to see only the good side of science and technology. We are enjoying our comfortable material life without any attention to the natural resources. We really do not care much about the environment.
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What is the best tittle of the above passage?
A. Road racing
B.Tour de France
C. Bicycle competition
D. Bicycle racing in France
Câu 2
From the passage, it can be inferred that cyclists have time to rest between stage races because ___.
A. they can’t ride at night
B.cyclists need food and drink
C. stages are very long
D. cyclists want to lengthen the time
Câu 3
The word prestigious means ____________.
A. famous
B.long
C. large
D. Old
Câu 4
In time trials, why do participants cycle as fast as possible?
A. They are timed.
B.They want to win to go to Tour de France.
C. They are allowed to cycle in a limited time.
D. They are free to show their ability.
Câu 5
Where are you most likely to find the passage?
A. In a sport newspaper
B.In an advice column
C. In a household magazine
D. In a business magazine
A.
B.
C.
D.

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A beauty contest, or beauty pageant, is a competition between people, (46) _______ largely on the beauty of their physical appearance. The modern beauty pageant can trace its origin to the Miss America pageant, first held in Atlantic City, New Jersey, in 1921, under the title ‘Inter-City Beauty' contest. The following year the title was (47) _______ as Miss America. Other contests include the yearly Miss World competition and Miss Universe, which are the two largest and most famous international beauty contests. Women from around the world (48) _______ in the competition for these titles. To be selected as Miss World or Miss Universe, a contestant must be celibate or single. If a Miss WorId fails to live up to people's expectations, she may, be disqualified. The organizers of the major beauty contests represent their contests (49) _______ being events of world importance. (50) _______ many other people consider beauty contests to be agreeable entertainment event of no great importance.
Câu 46
Choose the correct option a, b, c or d to complete this passage.
A. regarded
B.used
C. based
D. set
Câu 47
Choose the correct option a, b, c or d to complete this passage.
A. renewed
B.removed
C. retained
D. renamed
Câu 48
Choose the correct option a, b, c or d to complete this passage.
A. involve
B.interest
C. excite
D. participate
Câu 49
Choose the correct option a, b, c or d to complete this passage.
A. to
B.as
C. of
D. for
Câu 50
Choose the correct option a, b, c or d to complete this passage.
A. Therefore
B.Furthermore
C. Besides
D. However
A.
B.
C.
D.

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Teacher’s Day (41) ___________ on the 20th of November each year. Generally, it is meant for school children to show their appreciation to their teachers who (42) ___________ guided them in their studies. It is a time to (43) _____________the bad experiences students may have of their teachers scolding and punishing them. Students give their teachers flowers and gifts. Such gestures are small in (44) __________ to the teacher’s dedication and hard work. Parties are held and there is an (45) __________ of fun and amusement in the school.
Câu 41
Read the passage and choose the best answer to fill in each blank.
A. happens
B.lands
C. carries
D. falls
Câu 42
Read the passage and choose the best answer to fill in each blank.
A. study
B.ignore
C. forget
D. remember
Câu 43
Read the passage and choose the best answer to fill in each blank.
A. Փ
B.did
C. were
D. have
Câu 44
Read the passage and choose the best answer to fill in each blank.
A. evaluation
B.contrast
C. nothing
D. comparison
Câu 45
Read the passage and choose the best answer to fill in each blank.
A. atmosphere
B.air
C. room
D. space
A.
B.
C.
D.

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If you are invited to an American friend’s home for dinner, remember these general rules for polite behavior. First of all, arrive approximately on time but not early. Americans expect promptness. It will be all right to be 10 or 15 minutes late, but not 45 minutes late. When you are invited to someone’s home for meal, it is polite to bring a small gift. Flowers and candy are always appropriate. If you have something attractive made in your country, your host or hostess will certainly enjoy receiving that gift. What will you do if you are served some food that you cannot eat or you do not like? Do not make a fuss about it. Simply eat what you can and hope that no one notices it. Be sure to compliment the cook on the food that you are enjoying. Do not leave immediately after dinner, but do not overstay your welcome, either. The next day, call or write a thank-you note to say how much you enjoyed the evening.
0Câu 46
If you are invited to an American friend’s home, _________.
A. you should be late at least 45 minutes
B.politeness is not necessary
C. you should go late a bit
D. punctuality is appreciated
Câu 47
When you come to someone’s house for dinner, __________.
A. bring a lot of gifts
B.you should never offer any gift
C. bring some flowers, candy, or something made in your native country
D. do not care about gifts
Câu 48
Choose the word that has the closest meaning to the underlined word “compliment”.
A. criticize
B.judge
C. praise
D. mock
Câu 49
Which sentence is NOT true?
A. You should not make someone notice that you do not like the food.
B.You should not leave immediately after the dinner.
C. You should not overstay.
D. You should not compliment the cook on the food.
Câu 50
The next day, _________.
A. invite the host to your house
B.say nothing to the host
C. remember to thank to host for the dinner
D. you needn’t say thank you
A.
B.
C.
D.

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The last two decades have seen enormous changes in the way people's lives are affected by IT. Twenty years ago, few people had access to a computer whilst today most people use them at work, home or school and use of e-mail and the Internet is an every day event.
These developments have brought many benefits to our lives. E-mail makes communication much easier and more immediate. This has numerous benefits for business, commerce, and education. The World Wide Web means that information on every conceivable subject is now available to US. Clearly, for many people this has made life much easier and more convenient.
However, not all the effects of the new technology have been beneficial. Many people feel that the widespread use of e-mail is destroying traditional forms of communication such as letter writing, telephone and face-to-face conversation. In addition, the huge size of the Web means it is almost impossible to control and regulate. This has led to many concerns regarding children accessing unsuitable websites. In conclusion, developments in IT have brought many benefits, yet I believe developments relating to new technology in the future are likely to produce many negative effects that will need to be addressed very carefully.
0Câu 41
In the last twenty years, ________
A. people's lives have been changed a lot because of the invention of the computer.
B.the World Wide Web and e-mail communication have affected modern life.
C. there have been dramatic changes in the field of computer science.
D. there have been developments in telecommunications.
Câu 42
The World Wide Web and e-mail communication _____.
A. have also been used for education purpose
B.causes a busy and exciting life
C. is difficult to get access to
D. is destroying traditional customs
Câu 43
According to the passage, E-mail ___.
A. takes a lot of time to transmit
B.reduces face-to-face contact
C. is used only in business
D. can be checked quickly and easily
Câu 44
Which sentence is NOT mentioned?
A. The World Wide Web provides information.
B.The World Wide Web is difficult to navigate.
C. E-mail communication is quick and easy.
D. The World Wide Web is difficult to control.
Câu 45
The writer thinks future IT developments will be ____.
A. more rapid
B.more negative
C. unexpected
D. more positive
A.
B.
C.
D.