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.
Question 1.Question 2.
Question 1.
Question 2.
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.
Question 3.Question 4.
Question 3.
Question 4.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Question 5. The bomb exploded with a loud bang, ______ the whole building.Question 6. They want to cancel the match, ______?Question 7. The postman rang the bell while Martin ______ the car.Question 8. If your father ever finds out that you’ve been taking days off school he’ll come down on you like a ______ of bricksQuestion 9. In the future world, the ______ experience of all people on the planet will be recorded.Question 10. Hanh will finish all her work ______.Question 11. I'm not sure if I'm capable ______ handling this difficult situation.Question 12. This car is ______ in the showroomQuestion 13. This beautiful painting ______ to us by my grandfather last year.Question 14. The agencies are working together to coordinate ______ on food safety.Question 15. I ______ a few adjustments to the gears, and my bike works much better now.Question 16. She threatened ______ me to court for not paying the bill on time.Question 17. When he retires, he will be able to look back over a brilliant ______.Question 18. I was consoling Joey on her having ______ with her boyfriend.Question 19. When I visited the zoo yesterday, I saw______ elephant.
Question 5. The bomb exploded with a loud bang, ______ the whole building.
Question 6. They want to cancel the match, ______?
Question 7. The postman rang the bell while Martin ______ the car.
Question 8. If your father ever finds out that you’ve been taking days off school he’ll come down on you like a ______ of bricks
Question 9. In the future world, the ______ experience of all people on the planet will be recorded.
Question 10. Hanh will finish all her work ______.
Question 11. I'm not sure if I'm capable ______ handling this difficult situation.
Question 12. This car is ______ in the showroom
Question 13. This beautiful painting ______ to us by my grandfather last year.
Question 14. The agencies are working together to coordinate ______ on food safety.
Question 15. I ______ a few adjustments to the gears, and my bike works much better now.
Question 16. She threatened ______ me to court for not paying the bill on time.
Question 17. When he retires, he will be able to look back over a brilliant ______.
Question 18. I was consoling Joey on her having ______ with her boyfriend.
Question 19. When I visited the zoo yesterday, I saw______ elephant.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best completes each of the following exchanges.
Question 20. Sarah and Jenifer are talking about gender equality in employment.
- Sarah: “I believe that married women should not pursue a career.”
- Jenifer: “______. Doing the same things at home every day is really tiring and boring.”Question 21. Peter is talking to Mary about eating habits.
- Peter: “You should eat more fruits and vegetables.”
- Mary: “______.”
Question 20. Sarah and Jenifer are talking about gender equality in employment.
- Sarah: “I believe that married women should not pursue a career.”
- Jenifer: “______. Doing the same things at home every day is really tiring and boring.”
- Sarah: “I believe that married women should not pursue a career.”
- Jenifer: “______. Doing the same things at home every day is really tiring and boring.”
Question 21. Peter is talking to Mary about eating habits.
- Peter: “You should eat more fruits and vegetables.”
- Mary: “______.”
- Peter: “You should eat more fruits and vegetables.”
- Mary: “______.”
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.
Question 22. The rapid industrialization of the area resulted in the exhaustion of natural resources.Question 23. The teacher wanted to emphasize the importance of studying regularly for academic success by talking about that again and again.
Question 22. The rapid industrialization of the area resulted in the exhaustion of natural resources.
Question 23. The teacher wanted to emphasize the importance of studying regularly for academic success by talking about that again and again.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 24. Last year, they had some financial difficulties when her husband was fired. Together, they weathered the storm and figured out how to keep going.Question 25. The scientist affirmed the importance of maintaining ecological balance and preserving the planet's natural resources.
Question 24. Last year, they had some financial difficulties when her husband was fired. Together, they weathered the storm and figured out how to keep going.
Question 25. The scientist affirmed the importance of maintaining ecological balance and preserving the planet's natural resources.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the following questions.
Question 26. Using dictionaries is not allowed in the examination.Question 27. They said, "We'll be moving to a new house next month."Question 28. The last time I saw my fellows was a month ago.
Question 26. Using dictionaries is not allowed in the examination.
Question 27. They said, "We'll be moving to a new house next month."
Question 28. The last time I saw my fellows was a month ago.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.
Question 29. Some of his activities are illegal, but the local authorities tend to turn a blind eye to him.Question 30. Andrew said that stairways in the affected buildings are in eminent danger of collapse and unsafe for residents to use.Question 31. I cycle to my village at this time last Sunday.
Question 29. Some of his activities are illegal, but the local authorities tend to turn a blind eye to him.
Question 30. Andrew said that stairways in the affected buildings are in eminent danger of collapse and unsafe for residents to use.
Question 31. I cycle to my village at this time last Sunday.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following questions.
Question 32. Mrs. Daisy broke up with her husband. Then she understood all what he had sacrificed for her.Question 33. He didn't know the road was icy. Thus, he was driving very fast.
Question 32. Mrs. Daisy broke up with her husband. Then she understood all what he had sacrificed for her.
Question 33. He didn't know the road was icy. Thus, he was driving very fast.
Read the following passage 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.
Through the centuries, the dream of medieval alchemists was to discover how to turn lead and ___(34)___ "base" metals into gold. Some were fakes, but many were learned men with philosophical goals. Their ___(35)___ was based on the ancient idea that all matter consists of different proportions of just four substances - earth, water, fire, and air. They believed that it was possible to adjust the proportions of the elements that made up lead by chemical means so that it turned into gold, a process called transmutation. Their experiments were concerned with finding the substance - ___(36)___ they called the philosopher's stone - that, when added to lead, would cause this astonishing change to take place. Alchemists also searched for the elixir of life, a substance that could cure diseases and ___(37)___ life. They failed on both counts. ___(38)___, their techniques for preparing and studying chemicals helped lay the foundation for the modern science of chemistry.
(Adapted from “VSTEP Collection”)Question 34.Question 35.Question 36.Question 37.Question 38.
Through the centuries, the dream of medieval alchemists was to discover how to turn lead and ___(34)___ "base" metals into gold. Some were fakes, but many were learned men with philosophical goals. Their ___(35)___ was based on the ancient idea that all matter consists of different proportions of just four substances - earth, water, fire, and air. They believed that it was possible to adjust the proportions of the elements that made up lead by chemical means so that it turned into gold, a process called transmutation. Their experiments were concerned with finding the substance - ___(36)___ they called the philosopher's stone - that, when added to lead, would cause this astonishing change to take place. Alchemists also searched for the elixir of life, a substance that could cure diseases and ___(37)___ life. They failed on both counts. ___(38)___, their techniques for preparing and studying chemicals helped lay the foundation for the modern science of chemistry.
(Adapted from “VSTEP Collection”)
Question 34.
Question 35.
Question 36.
Question 37.
Question 38.
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 39 to 43.
There are many kinds of books in the world. They fall into two categories which are fiction and non-fiction. Well-received books from either kind are even made into movies and games.
Fiction books are written using the imagination. The characters and events surrounding them are not real. Fiction books can be found in abundance at bookstores and libraries. They can even be found on the shelves of comic shops and game shops. Often, fiction books are written in two or three combinations from the science, fantasy and classical groups. The most popular kind among youngsters is probably in the area of fantasy. Anything involving magic and witchcraft, space-crafts and aliens, or superheroes and time travel may be used in this category.
Many different kinds of non-fiction books are available on the market. These are written about facts, real people, real events and real places. Most of the time, non-fiction books are written by people who have experienced or witnessed the happenings themselves. Real-life stories can also be contributed by readers and thus they can be found in magazines and newspapers.
As more books are written and produced across the globe, our choice for selection also increases. Although reading is a good form of habit, choosing the right kind of books to read is just as important. We, as the readers, have the responsibility to learn to choose wisely.
(Adapted from Conquer Comprehension 3 by Judy Tilaka & Felicia Wong)Question 39. What is the passage mainly about?Question 40. Which of the following is NOT true in the passage?Question 41. According to paragraph 2, fiction books involve _____.Question 42. The word fantasy in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to _____.Question 43. The word they in paragraph 3 refers to _____.
There are many kinds of books in the world. They fall into two categories which are fiction and non-fiction. Well-received books from either kind are even made into movies and games.
Fiction books are written using the imagination. The characters and events surrounding them are not real. Fiction books can be found in abundance at bookstores and libraries. They can even be found on the shelves of comic shops and game shops. Often, fiction books are written in two or three combinations from the science, fantasy and classical groups. The most popular kind among youngsters is probably in the area of fantasy. Anything involving magic and witchcraft, space-crafts and aliens, or superheroes and time travel may be used in this category.
Many different kinds of non-fiction books are available on the market. These are written about facts, real people, real events and real places. Most of the time, non-fiction books are written by people who have experienced or witnessed the happenings themselves. Real-life stories can also be contributed by readers and thus they can be found in magazines and newspapers.
As more books are written and produced across the globe, our choice for selection also increases. Although reading is a good form of habit, choosing the right kind of books to read is just as important. We, as the readers, have the responsibility to learn to choose wisely.
(Adapted from Conquer Comprehension 3 by Judy Tilaka & Felicia Wong)
Question 39. What is the passage mainly about?
Question 40. Which of the following is NOT true in the passage?
Question 41. According to paragraph 2, fiction books involve _____.
Question 42. The word fantasy in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to _____.
Question 43. The word they in paragraph 3 refers to _____.
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 44 to 50.
Within the space of a few decades, video game technology has changed beyond recognition. From basic single-player computer games involving simple stick controls, we can now manipulate the movements of computer game characters with our bodies. We can even invite other people from anywhere in the world to join us in online games. So how might gaming evolve in the next few decades?
The average age of gamers has risen to about 30 in recent years. Experts agree that this trend is likely to continue. Not only are people continuing to play games later in life, but now even older people with no computer skills can also confidently take part in the games console revolution. More and more games are designed to need very little pressing of buttons. Games of the future may even be completely voice-activated. Because of this user-friendliness, game designers are trying to appeal to a whole new market, the middle-aged. We may soon see the release of games with themes such as gardening or cookery.
The younger generation, however, can push themselves harder with more serious gaming, and they expect games to become a lot more physical in the future. There are already some games that sense the movement of any part of the body. Soon, game consoles will even be adapted to the way we feel through our facial expressions. Some games will feel more real than ever through the use of 3D imagery.
Today's most advanced video games are played at home, but it is already common for people to continue playing them wherever they go via their phones or similarly-sized gadgets. Businesses could even try to take advantage of this, couldn't they? They could start advertising within games that are being played by people in their target groups, those who live in certain areas or by people with particular tastes.
(Adapted from On Screen B2 by Virginia Evans- Jenny Dooley)Question 44. Which of the following is the best title for the passage?Question 45. The word “manipulate” in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to _______.Question 46. According to paragraph 2, what is one factor making game consoles more accessible to older people?Question 47. The word “adapted” in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to _______.Question 48. The word “them” in paragraph 4 refers to _______.Question 49. Which of the following is NOT true about future games according to the passage?Question 50. Which of the following can be inferred from the final paragraph?
Within the space of a few decades, video game technology has changed beyond recognition. From basic single-player computer games involving simple stick controls, we can now manipulate the movements of computer game characters with our bodies. We can even invite other people from anywhere in the world to join us in online games. So how might gaming evolve in the next few decades?
The average age of gamers has risen to about 30 in recent years. Experts agree that this trend is likely to continue. Not only are people continuing to play games later in life, but now even older people with no computer skills can also confidently take part in the games console revolution. More and more games are designed to need very little pressing of buttons. Games of the future may even be completely voice-activated. Because of this user-friendliness, game designers are trying to appeal to a whole new market, the middle-aged. We may soon see the release of games with themes such as gardening or cookery.
The younger generation, however, can push themselves harder with more serious gaming, and they expect games to become a lot more physical in the future. There are already some games that sense the movement of any part of the body. Soon, game consoles will even be adapted to the way we feel through our facial expressions. Some games will feel more real than ever through the use of 3D imagery.
Today's most advanced video games are played at home, but it is already common for people to continue playing them wherever they go via their phones or similarly-sized gadgets. Businesses could even try to take advantage of this, couldn't they? They could start advertising within games that are being played by people in their target groups, those who live in certain areas or by people with particular tastes.
(Adapted from On Screen B2 by Virginia Evans- Jenny Dooley)
Question 44. Which of the following is the best title for the passage?
Question 45. The word “manipulate” in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to _______.
Question 46. According to paragraph 2, what is one factor making game consoles more accessible to older people?
Question 47. The word “adapted” in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to _______.
Question 48. The word “them” in paragraph 4 refers to _______.
Question 49. Which of the following is NOT true about future games according to the passage?
Question 50. Which of the following can be inferred from the final paragraph?