Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 35 to 42.            The system of higher education had its origin in Europe in the Middle Ages, when the first universities were established. In modern times, the nature of higher education around the world, to some extent, has been determined by the models of influential countries such as France and Germany.            Both France and Germany have systems of higher education that are basically administered by state agencies. Entrance requirements for students are also similar in both countries. In France, an examination called the baccalauréat is given at the end of secondary education. Higher education in France is free and open to all students who have passed this baccalauréat. Success in this examination allows students to continue their higher education for another three or four years until they have attained the first university degree called a licence in France.Basic differences, however, distinguish these two countries’ systems. French educational districts, called académies, are under the direction of a rector, an appointee of the national government who is also in charge of universities in each district. The uniformity in curriculum throughout the country leaves each university with little to distinguish itself. Hence, many students prefer to go to Paris, where there are better accommodations and more cultural amenities for them. Another difference is the existence in France of prestigious higher educational institutions known as grandes écoles, which provide advanced professional and technical training. Most of these schools are not affiliated with the universities, although they too recruit their students by giving competitive examinations to candidates. The grandes écoles provide rigorous training in all branches of applied science and technology, and their diplomas have a somewhat higher standing than the ordinary licence.In Germany, the regional universities have autonomy in determining their curriculum under the direction of rectors elected from within. Students in Germany change universities according to their interests and the strengths of each university. In fact, it is a custom for students to attend two, three, or even four different universities in the course of their undergraduate studies, and the majority of professors at a particular university may have taught in four or five others. This high degree of mobility means that schemes of study and examination are marked by a freedom and individuality unknown in France.France and Germany have greatly influenced higher education systems around the world. The French, either through colonial influence or the work of missionaries, introduced many aspects of their system in other countries. The German were the first to stress the importance of universities as research facilities, and they also created a sense of them as emblems of a national mind.(Source: https://britannicalearn.com)
Câu 1: What does the passage mainly discuss?


A. The nature of education around the world in modern times


B. Systems of higher education in France and Germany


C. The origin of higher education system in Europe


D. The influence of France and Germany on educational systems of other countries 
Câu 2: The word “uniformity” in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to ______.


A.  proximity  


B. discrepancy      


C. similarity 


D. uniqueness 
Câu 3: The word “their” in paragraph 3 refers to ______.


A. schools     


B. universities  


C. examinations   


D.  branches 
Câu 4: Which of the following about grandes écoles in France is NOT stated in paragraph 3?


A. Most of them have no connection with universities.


B. They have a reputation for advanced professional and technical training.


C. Their degrees are better recognized than those provided by universities.


D. They offer better accommodations and facilities than universities. 
Câu 5: According to the passage, a regional university rector in Germany is elected by ______.


A. the staff of the university


B. the national government officials


C. the regional government officials


D. the staff of other universities 
Câu 6: According to paragraph 4, what makes it possible for students in Germany to attend different universities during their undergraduate 


A. The university staff have become far more mobile and occupied.


B. The university’s training programs offer greater flexibility and freedom of choice.


C. University tuition fees are kept at an affordable level for all students.


D.  Entry requirements to universities in Germany are made less demanding. 
Câu 7: The word “emblems” in the final paragraph is closest in meaning to ______.


A. representatives     


B. directions       


C. structures     


D.  delegates 
Câu 8: Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?


A. Studying in France and Germany is a good choice for people of all ages and nationalities.


B. It normally takes longer to complete a university course in France than in Germany.


C. Universities in Germany can govern themselves more effectively than those in France.


D. The level of decentralization of higher education is greater in Germany than in France.
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Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best completes each of the following exchanges.
Câu 1: John and Mary are talking about what to do after class.
John: “______”
Mary: “Yes, I’d love to.”



A. Do you often have time for a drink after class?


B. Would you like to have a drink after class?


C. Do you often go out for a drink after class?


D. Would you like tea or coffee after class?
Câu 2: Paul and Daisy are discussing life in the future.
Paul: “I believe space travel will become more affordable for many people in the future.”
Daisy: “______”



A. It doesn’t matter at all.


B. There’s no doubt about that.


C.  It is very kind of you to say so.


D.  I am sorry to hear that.

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Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Câu 1: The first few days at university can be very daunting, but with determination and positive attitude, freshmen will soon fit in with the new environment.


A. interesting 


B. memorable     


C. serious   


D. depressing 
Câu 2: Deforestation may seriously jeopardize the habitat of many species in the local area.


A.  do harm to     


B. set fire to     


C.  give rise to       


D. make way for

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Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Câu 1: If he were younger, he ______ a professional running competition now.


A. will join        


B. had joined     


C. would have joined


D. would join
Câu 2: The children ______ to bed before their parents came home from work.


A. were all going


B. had all gone      


C.  had all been going  


D. have all gone
Câu 3: Linda refused ______ in the musical performance because she was sick.


A. to participate  


B.  participate 


C. participating


D. to participating
Câu 4: There has been little rain in this area for months, ______?


A.  has it     


B. has there  


C. hasn’t it     


D. hasn’t it     
Câu 5: David was deported on account of his expired visa. He ______ it renewed.


A. must have had         


B. should have had    


C. needn’t have had  


D. mightn’t have had
Câu 6: The proposal ______ by the environmentalists to grow more trees has received approval from the council.


A. which suggested


B. be suggested   


C. suggested


D.  was suggested 
Câu 7: Project-based learning provides wonderful opportunities for students to develop their ______.


A.  creative       


B. creativity    


C. create       


D.  creatively
Câu 8: Violent films may have a negative ______ on children.


A. opinion 


B. influence     


C. dependence    


D. decision 
Câu 9: A good leader should not be conservative, but rather ______ to new ideas.


A. receptive 


B. acceptable    


C. permissive 


D. applicable
Câu 10: ______ individuals are those who share the same hobbies, interests, or points of view.


A. Light-hearted     


B. Like-minded   


C. Even-handed 


D. Open-minded
Câu 11: The child has no problem reciting the poem; he has ______ it to memory.


A. devoted        


B. added  


C. committed      


D. admitted 
Câu 12: After several injuries and failures, things have eventually ______ for Todd when he reached the final round of the tournament.


A. looked up    


B. gone on    


C. taken up  


D. turned on
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Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions. 
Câu 1:


A. mood                               


B. flood    


C. spoon    


D. moon 
Câu 2:


A.  listens         


B. reviews 


C. protects   


D. enjoys

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Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions. 
Câu 1:


A. legal                         


B. diverse     


C. polite    


D. complete 
Câu 2:


A. interview        


B. compliment   


C. sacrifice


D. represent

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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 following questions          Simply being bilingual doesn’t qualify someone to interpret. Interpreting is not only a mechanical process of converting one sentence in language A into the same sentence in language B. Rather, its a complex art in which thoughts and idioms that have no obvious counterparts from tongue to tongue _ or words that have several meanings must be quickly transformed in such a way that the message is clearly and accurately expressed to the listener.         At one international conference, an American speaker said, “You cant make a silk purse out of a sows ear”, which meant nothing to the Spanish audience. The interpretation was, “A monkey in a silk dress is still a monkey” _ an idiom the Spanish understood and that expressed the same idea.         There are 2 kinds of interpreters, simultaneous and consecutive. The former, sitting in a separated booth, usually at a large multilingual conference, speaks to listeners wearing headphones, interpreting what a foreign language speaker says _ actually a sentence behind. Consecutive interpreters are the ones most international negotiations use. They are employed for smaller meetings without sound booths and headphones. Consecutive interpretation also requires two-person teams. A foreign speaker says his piece while the interpreter, using a special shorthand, takes notes and during a pause, tells the client what was said. 
Câu 1: What is the purpose of the passage?


A. To differentiate between simultaneous and consecutive interpreters.


B. To state the qualifications of an interpreter.


C. To point out the importance of an interpreter.


D. To explain the scope of interpreting. 
Câu 2: What is a difference mentioned between a simultaneous interpreter and a consecutive interpreter?


A. The size of group with whom they work.


B. Their proficiency in the language.


C. The type of dictionary they use.


D. The money they are paid. 
Câu 3:  The word “converting” is closest in meaning to…


A.  changing   


B. concluding    


C. understanding  


D. reading 
Câu 4: The author implies that most people have the opinion that the skill of interpreting is …..


A. very complex and demanding


B. based on principles of business


C. simpler than it really is


D. highly valued and admired
Câu 5: The phrase “the former“ refers to…


A. simultaneous interpreters    


B. the conference


C. consecutive interpreters


D. the booth
Câu 6: The example “You cant make a silk purse out of a sows ear” is used to...


A. point out the difference in attributes of animals in English and Spanish


B. emphasize the need for translation of the meaning of what is said 


C.  show the differences in language A and language B


D. stress the importance of word for word translation
Câu 7: The word “rather” is closest in meaning to….


A.  in brief   


B. on the contrary      


C. in general    


D. as a result
Câu 8: Which of the following would a consecutive interpreter be used for?


A. An interpretation of a major literary work.


B. A business transaction between 2 foreign speakers.


C.  A large meeting of many nations.


D. A translation of a foreign book.
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Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following questions.
Câu 1: When the protestor entered the meeting clad only in a beach tower, the audience was dumbfounded.


A. speechless  


B. excited    


C. content


D. applauding
Câu 2: She is always diplomatic when she deals with angry students.
 


A.  strict       


B.  outspoken


C. tactful    


D.  firm
Câu 3: The dog saw his reflection in the pool of water.


A. imagination  


B. bone 


C. leash 


D.  image 

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B.
C.
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Choose the best answer A, B, C or D to complete sentences.
Câu 1: Sean is very talented.......... playing guitar.


A. on


B. at


C. in


D. to
Câu 2: Could you............ in the paper and see what’s on TV tonight?


A. see


B. watch


C. look


D. examine
Câu 3: I’m reading a............ set in Greeced uring the Second World War.


A. novel


B. fiction


C. literature


D. writing
Câu 4: Harry kept us.............. throughout the journey with his non – stop jokes.


A. enjoyed  


B. entertained


C. articles    


D. investigations 
Câu 5: You can always trust Uncle Colin to cheer you up when you’re feeling miserable.


A. rely in


B. rely at


C. rely with


D. rely on
Câu 6: I’d love to work in a show.............. It’s so glamourous!


A. industry


B. commerce       


C. business  


D. trade
Câu 7: Jow told me a joke today but I didn’t............... it at all.


A. get


B. bring


C. fetch


D. collect
Câu 8: I felt so disappointed when my parents don’t come to watch me in the school play.


A. let in  


B. let off


C. let down


D. let out

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Choose the best answer A, B, C or D to complete sentences.
Câu 1: My little brother, Carl takes............ our dad in that they both like to sing. 


A. care


B. after


C. over


D. off
Câu 2: He starts working as soon as he wakes up, and doesn’t stop until he drops............ at night.


A. out


B. in


C. by


D. off
Câu 3: My mum and dad are talking to some friends, and then suddenly the conversation is completely drowned............ by his singing at the top of his lungs.


A. on


B. through


C. out


D. over
Câu 4: Marlon Brando will............... in history as one of the greatest actors of all time.


A. go down


B. go up


C. go around


D. go into
Câu 5: I didn’t really like Madonna’s new single when it came out, but it’s starting to........... me now.


A. grow up


B. grow in


C. grow on


D. grow away
Câu 6: The band have really............... since appearing on the Video Music Awards show last month.


A. taken up


B. taken off


C. taken away


D. taken over
Câu 7: The audience........... their appreciation for the cast by giving them a standing ovation.


A. gave


B. performed


C. expressed


D. showed
Câu 8: ............ your opinion on a live TV or radio discussion programme is not as easy as it sounds.


A. Voicing


B. Speaking


C. Telling


D. Talking

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