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<b>SEMII REVISION (UNIT 8,9,10) I. Find the word which has a different sound in the part underlined.</b>

<b>II. Choose the word which has a different stress pattern from the others.</b>

<b>II. Choose the best answer A, B, C or D to complete the sentences.</b>

1. Even as a child, Nga was very __________. She always preferred to do things by herself.A. confident B. independent C. trustworthy D. manageable2. She knows how to set her own learning goals and create good __________ to achieve them.

A. study buddies B. study plans C. study tools D. study skills3. Children can earn their parents’ __________ by being honest with them.

4. Students can boost their _________ by being awarded and praised for completing their tasks.A. motivation B. accomplishment C. fulfillment D. achievement 5. After a long discussion, we __________ some amazing ideas for our school party.

A. came across B. came up with C. came by D. came around to6. It is important not to __________ the habit of staying up late.

7. My dedicated sister takes her job as a primary teacher very __________ .

8. If you live in Japan, using public transport is one of the basic __________ skills.A. life B. management C. leadership D. decision-making9. Tommy has great ideas but is too lazy to actually __________ his plans.

10. Walking alone at night still causes __________ in girls and women.

11. We are starting a(n) __________ awareness campaign about depression among young people next week.

12. Avoid using __________ language, which may hurt people.

13. Teenagers sometimes do not want to be __________ to their parents because they think adults don’t understand them.

14. Both underweight and overweight people are targets of __________.

A. peer pressure B. malnourishment C. body shaming D. obesity

15. My sister suffered from __________ when she found out she was the only person in her class that didn’t pass the university entrance exam.

A. anxiety B. depression C. peer pressureD. cyberbullying

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16. __________ of bullying often feel angry, helpless, and afraid.

17. The programme is too violent to be __________ to children.

18. Deforestation of the area was stopped by the local community’s _________ efforts.A. ecological B. conservation C. preservation D. reservation

19. Corals are the _________ of many sea creatures, so their destruction would endanger the ecosystem.

20. Scientists have discovered millions of __________ on our planet.

21. Asian elephant is one of the largest __________ in the world.

22. Cat Tien is an important _________ in the Southern region of Vietnam.

A. national park B. rainforest C. safari D. nature reserve23. The loss of _________ in an area can severely impact the health of an ecosystem.

24. Pigs were not _________ to the Americas and were brought onto the continent by Europeans.

25. The rare Javan rhino is one of the world’s most __________ animals.

26. Many people joined our campaign. __________, it was a huge success

27. __________ the heavy police presence, there is an increase in crime in the city.

28. Overpopulation is a common problem in big cities. __________, the population in rural areas is declining.

29. Many parents today work long hours. __________, they miss seeing their children grow up.

30. __________ my friend was a victim of bullying at school, he felt embarrassed to report the bully.

31. In addition __________, we also organise charity events to raise money.A. to awareness campaigns B. awareness campaigns

C. starting awareness campaigns D. we started awareness campaign32. __________ peer pressure, I never skipped classes or smoked cigarettes.

A. In spite B. In spite of C. As a result D. In addition to

33. The world is facing many social issues nowadays. __________, we need to work together to solve them.

34. Despite __________ many complaints about bullying, the school hasn’t introduced any anti-bullyingpolicies.

37. Teens should have the ability to _____ loneliness.

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38. General _____ skills are part of being independent and responsible.

39. Parents can teach their teen to _____ to achieve positive outcomes.

40. All students are very _____ about the changes in the coming exams.

A. well-informed B. well-known C. well-educated D. well-defined41. We are already two months behind _____.

42. If you want to be ______ for further education funding from the government, find out what funding is available to you.

43. UK further education ______ are recognized and respected by employers and academics worldwide.A. qualifications B. experiences C. limits D. abilities

44. Her books are often based ______ folklore and fairy-tales.

45. It was Jack ______ taught Mai to use the newest app on the phone last week.

46. It was the presentation ______ Nam gave in front of the class.

47. It was ______ that teenagers can earn pocket money.

C. in doing part-time jobs D. by doing part-time jobs

48. ______ independence thinking skills at an early age will help your children build confidence and self-esteem.

49. It is important for children to learn self-sufficiency, develop high self-esteem and be ______ fromearly on in life.

A. motivated B. motivational C. motive D. motivating50. The natural desire to protect children can make parents ______.

A. over-protectively B. over-protective C. over-protected D. over-protectiveness51. I was ______ to recognize that I could work more effectively with my time log.

52. Parents must ______ responsibility for the development of their children.

53. _________ we got lost driving into the city, we were late for the meeting.

54. Two of the factories in our small town have closed. _________, unemployment is high.

55. John’s favourite show was on. He reached to turned on the TV _______ he could watch it.

56. She bought the book _________ she had heard it was good.

57. _________ I heard the telephone ring, I didn’t answer it.

58. _________ the post office was closed, I couldn’t mail my package.

59. _________ I was dead tired, I walked all the way home.

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A. Despite B. Although C. In spite of D. Because

60. Some English words have the same pronunciation _________ they are spelled differently, for example, dear and deer.

61. It was brave of her to _______ to those bullies.

62. High blood pressure is almost ________ accompanied by high blood cholesterol.

63. What didn’t he choose to be a teacher? He's _______ teaching.

64. He will work in partnership with a range of organizations to help eliminate discrimination _______ disabled people.

65. The judge took a ______ in exchange for giving a lenient sentence to the defendant.

66. A(n) _______ is an organism that regularly consumes a variety of material, including plants, animals, algae, and fungi, ranging in size from tiny insects like ants to large creatures—like people.

67. You have to be employed six months to be eligible ______ medical benefits.

68. _______ to 226 species of plants, U Minh Thuong is the region with the richest biodiversity inthe Mekong River Delta.

69. The horse is not native _______ America- it was introduced by the Spanish.

72. The host country can undertake conservation ______ to build up or maintain biodiversity.

73. We should impose tougher restrictions ________ media advertising of alcoholic beverages.

74. I disapproved _______ tabloids giving misleading information and sensational news in order to boostcirculation.

75. Protecting natural habitats is essential to preserve _____ and maintain the balance of the ecosystem.

76. Creating and _____ laws that prohibit the dumping of hazardous waste in oceans and landfills can helpprotect the environment.

77. Many employers consider _____ experience to be as useful as academic qualifications.

78. Tourists should be aware _____ the possible damage that travel may cause to the environment.

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79. _____ includes living things, like flora and fauna, and non-living things, like sunlight, air, water, and soil.

80. It was _____ my parents’s trust that took a long time, but I managed to convince them.

<b>III. Choose the word among A, B, C or D that best fits the blank space in the following passage.word or phrase that best fits each of the following numbered blanks. </b>

<b>PASSAGE 1</b>

Environmental laws and modern technologies have greatly reduced coal’s impact on the environment.(1) ________ proper care, mining can destroy land and pollute water. Today, restoring the land damagedby surface mining is an important part of the mining process. Because mining activities often come intocontact with water resources, coal producers must also go to great efforts to prevent damage to groundand surface waters.

When coal is burned as fuel, it (2) ________ carbon dioxide, the main greenhouse gas that is linked withglobal warming. Burning coal also produces emissions, such as sulfur, nitrogen oxide, and mercury, thatcan pollute the air and water. Sulfur mixes with oxygen to form sulfur dioxide, a chemical that can affecttrees and water when it combines with moisture to produce acid rain. Emissions of nitrogen oxide helpcreate smog, and also (3) ________ to acid rain. Mercury that is released into the air eventually settles inwater. The mercury in the water can build up in fish and shellfish, and can be harmful to animals andpeople who eat them. The Clean Air Act and the Clean Water Act require industries to reduce (4)________ released into the air and the water.

The coal industry has found several ways to reduce sulfur, nitrogen oxides, and other impurities fromcoal. They have found more effective ways of cleaning coal before it leaves the mine, and coalcompanies look for low-sulfur coal to mine. Power plants use "scrubbers" to clean sulfur from the smokebefore it leaves their smokestacks. In addition, industry and government have cooperated to develop"clean coal technologies" that (5) ________ remove sulfur and nitrogen oxides from coal, or convertcoal to a gas or liquid fuel. The scrubbers and nitrogen oxide removal equipment are also able to reducemercury emissions from some types of coal. Scientists are working on new ways to reduce mercuryemissions from coal-burning power plants, since the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has settighter mercury limits for the future.

Question 2: A. gives off B. brings in C. comes up D. takes intoQuestion 3: A. devote B. contribute C. exhaust D. influenceQuestion 4: A. fuels B. pesticides C. dangers D. pollutantsQuestion 5: A. neither B. both C. either D. not only

<b>PASSAGE 2: Crime is a prevalent issue (31) ____________ affects societies worldwide, and it</b>

encompasses a wide range of illegal activities. From theft and vandalism to more serious offenses likerobbery and assault, crime can have significant consequences for individuals and communities. One ofthe main causes of crime is socioeconomic factors. Poverty, unemployment, and lack of access to basicresources can push individual' s towards criminal behavior as a means of survival or (32)____________ of desperation. Additionally, societal factors such as inequality, discrimination, andsocial exclusion can contribute to feelings of frustration and resentment, leading to an increasedlikelihood of criminal activity.

Effort to combat crime involve various straggles, (33) ____________ law enforcement, preventionprograms and community engagement. Law enforcement agencies work to uphold the law, investigatecrimes, and apprehend offenders. Prevention programs aim to address the root causes of crime byproviding support and resources to at-risk individuals and communities. These programs focus oneducation, job training, and mentorship to empower individuals and steer them (34) ____________from criminal behavior. Community engagement plays a crucial role in reducing crime by fosteringstrong social connections, promoting (35) ____________ watch programs, and encouraging citizens toreport suspicious activities.

<i> (Adapted from BBC News)</i>

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1. A. that B. where C. when D. who

2. A. as a matter B. as a result C. in spite D. in conclusion3. A. for example B. comprising of C. consisting D. including

5. A. neighbor B. neighborhood C. neighboring D. neighborliness

<b>IV. Read the passage, and choose the correct answer A, B, C or D for each question.PASSAGE 1:</b>

<b>Learning The Basics of Essential Life Skills</b>

Living on your own might be something that you dream of achieving some day, but at the same time, the thought can be scary. You need an income, and then after that you need the survival skills to take care of yourself without anyone there to support you. This guide will help prepare you for that transition so that some day you can live independently.

First, create a support network. We need people to be there for us and also to be honest with us and tell us how we can improve ourselves. Preferably, this network will extend beyond family members and include at least one close friend that you trust. Ultimately, when you are living on your own, you might encounter many obstacles you have never thought of and you will want someone there to be supportive of you and to help you as you navigate a life of independence.

Second, master your weaknesses. It is a good idea to try and be aware of your weaknesses. If possible, have your close friend tell you what they feel are your biggest weaknesses. It is also good to knowyour strengths, but it is your weaknesses that you need to work on. For instance, you might get very focusedon playing video games for hours, maybe days at a time. While it is okay to play video games, playing themfor days at a time when trying to live on your own can lead to you losing your job and also your house. So, it is important that you recognize your weaknesses and do your best to work with them.

Next, learn to balance your schedule. It is important to learn how to do multiple things in a day. You need to be flexible and willing to schedule time for activities, work, and social engagements.

Then, live a healthy lifestyle. You should exercise and try to eat healthily. You also have to maintain your hygiene, or you might find yourself out of a job.

Last but not least, follow your dreams and make them come true. Look through the newspapers and online and find that apartment or house that you desire to live in. Decide that you are going to move outand make it happen. Ultimately, living on your own is something that you have to make happen for

yourself. So, decide that is what you want and don’t allow anything to deter you from your goal.1. In order to live independently, you should __________.

A. dream of achieving some day

B. need someone to support you in case of emergency

C. not have the scary thought without anyone there to support youD. have a job and the necessary life skills

2. The support network is very important because __________.A. we don’t have any family member to trust or rely on

B. it helps us to improve ourselves and get over obstacles

C. we may think of obstacles and we want someone to be supportive of usD. it can help us navigate a life of independence

3. All of the following are correct about mastering your weaknesses EXCEPT that __________.A. you should know both your strengths and weaknesses

B. being aware of your weaknesses helps you avoid big mistakesC. your friends can’t recognize your weaknesses for you

D. you should recognize your weaknesses and get rid of them4. Learning to balance your schedule helps you __________.A. complete your tasks at work, at home and in society

B. play video games for hours without worrying losing your job

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C. be flexible and willing to recognize your weaknessesD. learn how to do multiple things at work

5. In order to make your dream of living independently come true, you have to __________.A. find an apartment online for your parents to move out

B. live by yourself instead of living with your parents

C. find yourself out of a job because of maintaining your hygieneD. never allow anything to deter you from your healthy lifestyle

<b>PASSAGE 2: </b>

Tourism will always have an impact on the places that people visit. Sometimes the impact is

<b>positive, but most of the time it is negative. For example, a large number of visitors in one destination</b>

can cause bad effects on the environment. The question is, how can we minimize the problems whilestill allowing people to travel and visit places?

The main goal of eco-tourism is to limit the bad impact of tourism on the environment andlocal people. The task is to encourage tourists to think about what they do when they visit an area.There are many key points. Tourists should not litter, should stay on the paths, should not interfere withwildlife and should respect local customs and traditions. Some people consider eco- tourism to be adouble-edged sword that has both advantages and disadvantages. They argue that tourism requiresinfrastructure such as roads and airports. The more tourists visit a destination, the more of infrastructureis necessary so that the tourists can stay and benefit the local community financially. However, it’s

<b>difficult to avoid damaging the environment and develop local tourism at the same time. Eco-tourism</b>

can only develop in the right way if governments can deal with the negative effects and make sure thatmodern improvements benefit the local people and environment, not just the tourists.

In 2002, the United Nations General Assembly celebrated the International Year of tourism (IYE) to evaluate global eco-tourism experiences. More and more people have chosen eco-holidays over the past 20 years. Eco-tourism truly plays a key role in the tourism industry in manycountries like Kenya, Costa Rica, Ecuador and Nepal.

Eco-1. What is the main idea of the text?

A. Benefits and drawbacks of eco-holidays B. Something that eco-tourists shouldn’t doC. A brief introduction about ecotourismD. Some rules for tourists

<b>2. What does the word “it” in paragraph 1 refer to?</b>

A. damage. B. impact. C. environment D. tourism3. According to the text, what does the eco-tourism aim at?

A. Preventing tourists from traveling B. Stopping ecotourism altogether

C. Reducing the negative effects of tourism D. Finding a new form of tourism

<b>4. What is the meaning of the word “avoid” in paragraph 2?</b>

A. present. B. pretend. C. prevent. D. protest

<b>5. Which of the following is TRUE according to the text?</b>

A. The local people need more buildings.

B. New infrastructure is necessary if they can benefit the local people and natural habitats.C. Tourists shouldn’t use infrastructure on eco-holiday.

D. The government plans to build more infrastructure for ecotourists.

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