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 THE SUCCESS OF J. K. ROWLING  There are few modern-day writers as renowned as Joanne  Kathleen Rowling, the creator of Harry Potter. With over 30 awards under her belt, she is one of the most successful authors of all time. In addition, her novels have famously been adapted into a series of box-office hits. These earn her so much income that the 47-year-old could comfortably retire, and live off Harry Potter royalties for the rest of her life! However, this lucrative success story started at the most humble of beginnings, with a talented but insecure writer too afraid to pursue her dreams.  Joanne grew up in a house full of books that fuelled her creativity. She was so enchanted by fairy tales that she began to dream up her own, and by the time she was six years old she had written her first story about a rabbit and a giant bee. “Ever since Rabbit and Miss Bee, I have wanted to be a writer, though I rarely told anyone so,” recalls Joanne, “I was afraid they'd tell me I didn’t have a hope."  Throughout her life, Joanne continued to write, filling entire boxes with stories and unfinished novels. But due to her lack of confidence, she never approached a publisher with any of her work. It wasn’t until later life, when Joanne lost her job and was living in poverty, that she finally devoted her time to writing. Then with nothing to lose, she contacted an agency with her first completed manuscript: Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone.  Joanne’s first novel was rejected by twelve different publishers and eventually found itself in the hands of Nigel Newton, the founder of Bloomsbury Press. He did not read the book himself, but gave it to his eight-year-old daughter. The girl loved the novel so much that Nigel agreed to take it on; but not without apprehensions. “You’ll never make any money out of children’s books,” he warned Joanne.  Well, she certainly proved him wrong! To date, she has sold 500 million copies of her novels globally, and the Harry Potter franchise has reaped profits of £15 billion! Now, as the richest author in the world, no publisher in their right mind would dream of turning down one of her books! And as for Joanne’s confidence; well, let’s just say It’s been given quite a boost.
Câu 1: What is the purpose of this article?


A. to compare the publishing and film industries  


B. to raise publicity about a children's book


C. to show how profitable the publishing industry can be


D. to describe the career of a famous author
Câu 2: In the fourth sentence of the first paragraph, what does these refer to?


A. awards                             


B. films                            


C. royalties                      


D. books
Câu 3: The word “fuelled” is closest in meaning to.......


A. gave impetus to 


B. brought in money 


C. hinted                          


D. raised
Câu 4: According to the text, what initially stopped Joanne from contacting a publisher?


A. her financial situation 


B. her lack of time


C. her inability to complete a novel


D. her self-doubt
Câu 5: What drove Nigel Newton to publish Joanne's first novel?


A. His daughter's reaction to the book.  


B. He took pity on Joanne.


C. The fact that children's books sold well. 


D. He was captivated upon reading it.

A.
B.
C.
D.

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to choose the word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.Importance of Punctuality in school lifeBeing punctual will really help you to succeed in your studies. First and foremost, punctuality (26)_____ ________ that you will arrive on time to classes and so will not (27)__________any part of the lesson.Punctuality during school life will also help to prepare you for your working life. If you get into good habits of punctuality during your school years, you will find it easier to always turn (28)_________to your work on time and thus to get ahead in your career as well.(29)________, punctuality is, quite simply, a polite skill to cultivate. Your teachers will have put a lot of effort into preparing their classes and so it is important that you turn up on time so that you do not mess up their plans.What about if you have an (30)__________ emergency, or an appointment that cannot be moved, that means that you will need to miss a portion of the school day? In these cases, it is crucial to tell your teachers well in advance.
Câu 1: (26) 


A. insures        


B. assures        


C. ensures       


D. reassures
Câu 2: (27)  


A. lost        


B. miss                        


C. lack                         


D. need
Câu 3: (28) 


A. out        


B. on                           


C. up                           


D. in
Câu 4: (29) 


A. Moreover                                  


B. Finally                    


C. However                


D. Therefore
Câu 5: (30)   


A. avoiding     


B. unavoidable            


C. avoided       


D. avoidable

A.
B.
C.
D.

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: Many plant and animal species will be in danger if we don't take any actions to protect them.


A. at stake


B. in advance 


C. on purpose    


D. at ease
Câu 2: The one thing you mustn't do is be late because the boss is very hot on punctuality.


A. worried about 


B. good about    


C. funny about     


D. strict about

A.
B.
C.
D.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges.
Câu 1: - Peter: “ How lovely your cats are!”        - Linda: “ ____________.”


A. Really? They are  


B. Can you say it again


C. I love them, too   


D. Thank you, it is nice of you to say so
Câu 2: “Is it all right if I use your bike?”-“______________”


A. I don’t want to use your bike


B. Please accept it with my best wishes


C. Sure, go ahead  


D. Sorry, no, I won’t do it

A.
B.
C.
D.

Choose the word which has the underlined part pronounced differently from the rest.
Câu 1:


A. worker   


B. whom


C. interview 


D. answer
Câu 2:


A. honest  


B. holiday


C. home   


D. happiness
Câu 3:


A. character     


B. teacher     


C. chemist  


D. technical
Câu 4:


A. interview   


B. minute


C. question  


D. suitable
Câu 5:


A. explained         


B. disappointed  


C. prepared    


D. interviewed

A.
B.
C.
D.

Choose the answer that best completes each unfinished sentence, substitutes the underlined part, or has a close meaning to the original one.
Câu 1: I am so _______ that I cannot say anything, but keep silent.


A. nerve    


B. nervous


C. nervously     


D. nervousness
Câu 2: _______ speaking, I do not really like my present job.


A. Honest      


B. Honesty 


C. Honestly  


D. Dishonest
Câu 3: A letter of _______ is sometimes really necessary for you in a job interview.


A. recommend  


B. recommended  


C. recommender


D. recommendation
Câu 4: Her job was so _______ that she decided to quit it.


A. interesting    


B. satisfactory   


C. stressful     


D. wonderful
Câu 5: Some days of rest may help to _______ the pressure of work.


A. reduce   


B. lower   


C. chop


D. crease
Câu 6: Can you please tell me some information that _______ to the job?


A. indicates     


B. expresses 


C. interests      


D. relates
Câu 7: Not all teenagers are well _______ for their future job when they are at high school.


A. interested    


B. satisfied        


C. concerned   


D. prepared
Câu 8: Qualifications and _______ are two most important factors that help you get a good job.


A. politeness  


B. experience  


C. attention      


D. impression
Câu 9: Before the interview, you have to send a letter of application and your résumé to the company.


A. recommendation 


B. reference      


C. curriculum vitae


D. photograph
Câu 10: I have just been called _______ a job interview. I am so nervous.


A. for  


B. in 


C. over


D. with
Câu 11: What do I have to bring _______ me to the interview?


A. with        


B. upon


C. in 


D. along
Câu 12:  Knowing your skills and strengths is _______ important part of the job search process.


A. a


B. an


C. the


D. Ø
Câu 13: Students who need ______ extra money can find _______ part time job.


A. Ø / a       


B. an / the


C. the / Ø  


D. a / the
Câu 14: Ms Young, to _______ many of her students are writing, is living happily and peacefully in Canada.


A. who 


B. whom 


C. that


D. whose
Câu 15: I saw a lot of new people at the party, _______ seemed familiar.


A. some of whom   


B. some of who


C. whom     


D. some of that
Câu 16: My friend eventually decided to quit her job, _______ upset me a lot.


A. that       


B. when 


C. which


D. who
Câu 17: He is the man _______ car was stolen last week.


A. whom    


B. that  


C. which 


D. whose
Câu 18: They have just found the couple and their car _______ were swept away during the heavy storm last week.


A. that


B. which 


C. whose  


D. when
Câu 19: It was the worst winter _______ anyone could remember.


A. when  


B. which  


C. where  


D. why
Câu 20: I would like to know the reason _______ he decided to quit the job.


A. why   


B. which


C. that


D. when
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A.
B.
C.
D.

Error Identification.
Câu 1: Do you ever (A) feel that (B) life is not being fair to you because (C) you cannot seem to get the job where (D) you want or that really suits you?


A. ever


B. that


C. because


D. where
Câu 2: Education (A) and training are an (B) important steps in getting (C) the kind of job that (D) you would like to have.


A. Education


B. an


C. in getting


D. that
Câu 3: We all know that (A) we have to work hardly (B) to earn a living ourselves (C)  and support (D) the family.


A. that


B. hardly


C. ourselves


D. and support
Câu 4: Anyone (A) where (B) works is regarded (C) as a useful member of our society (D).


A. Anyone


B. where


C. is regarded


D. of our society
Câu 5: We are working, that (A) means that (B) we are contributing (C) goods and services (D) to our society.


A. that


B. that


C. contributing


D. services

A.
B.
C.
D.

Fill in each numbered blank with one suitable word or phrase.What do you do well? What do you enjoy doing? Your answers to these two questions will help you identify your strength. An employer will consider you seriously for a (41) _____ when you can show them that you know who you are, what you can offer and which you have studied. Sometimes it is difficult to know what your weaknesses are. Clearly not everyone is equally good at everything. You may need to improve yourself and so (42) _____ courses in that field could turn a weakness into strength.You will need to spend some time on your self-assessment. Your honesty and the desire for self-improvement will lead to (43) _____ in getting the right job. Explore the following seven areas to start to get to know yourself: your aptitude, your skills, your personality, the level of responsibility you feel comfortable with, your interests and your needs.Ask yourself if you have any special talents and if you need to consider your physical health when choosing a job. Be as honest and realistic as you can, and ask for other people's (44) _____ if necessary. Make a list of these things. It is usually a good idea to talk about your aptitudes with teachers, family and friends;If you are considering a career that (45) _____ a special talent, such as art, acrobatics, mathematics or music, discuss your aptitudes with an expert in that area and discover how they fit the needs of the occupation.
Câu 1: (41) _____


A. position


B. location  


C. spot      


D. room
Câu 2: (42) _____


A. meeting 


B. taking    


C. choosing  


D. interviewing
Câu 3: (43) _____


A. success       


B. successful   


C. successfully


D. succeed
Câu 4: (44) _____


A. interests  


B. fields   


C. opinions


D. attendances
Câu 5: (45) _____


A. requires   


B. asks    


C. tells


D. urges

A.
B.
C.
D.

Choose the sentence which has the closest meaning to the original one.
Câu 1: Those who are riding a motorbike are not allowed to take off their helmet.


A. Those who are wearing a helmet are not allowed to ride a motorbike.


B. It is the helmet that one needn't wear when he is riding a motorbike


C. You should not wear a helmet when you are riding a motorbike.


D. People must never take their helmet off while they are riding a motorbike.
Câu 2: John, whose cough is terrible, needs to see a doctor.


A. John's terrible cough prevents from seeing a doctor.


B. John needs to see a doctor because of his terrible cough.


C. John's doctor does not want to see him because he has a bad cough.


D. John's terrible cough forces him to see a doctor.
Câu 3: The last time when I saw her was three years ago.


A. I have often seen her for the last three years.   


B. About three years ago, I used to meet her.


C. I have not seen her for three years.    


D. I saw her three years ago and will never meet her again.
Câu 4: It is the earth's gravity that gives us our weight.


A. If there were not the earth's gravity, we would be weightless.


B. Due to the earth's gravity we cannot weigh anything.


C. We are overweight because of the earth's gravity.


D. The earth's gravity is given weight by people.
Câu 5: It was your assistance that enabled us to get achievement.


A. But for you assistance, we could not have, got achievement.


B. Your assistance discouraged us from get achievement.


C. If you assisted us, we could not get achievement.


D. Without your assistance, we could get achievement

A.
B.
C.
D.

Choose the underlined words which need correcting.
Câu 1: If you slept better last night, you wouldn’t be so tired now.


A. slept


B. better


C. wouldn’t be


D. so tired
Câu 2: Anna went to see the students, whom took out two of her teeth.


A. to see


B. whom 


C. out


D. her teeth
Câu 3: We didn’t want to swim in the river, that looked very dirty.


A. didn’t


B. to swim


C. that


D. very dirty
Câu 4: Because the highway system was built 40 years ago, most of the roads now need to repair.


A. Because


B. was built


C. most of


D. to repair
Câu 5: We are living in a house which built by my relatives two years ago.


A. are living


B. which built


C. relatives 


D. two years

A.
B.
C.
D.