BỘ GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO KỲ THI TRUNG HỌC PHỔ THÔNG QUỐC GIA NĂM 2019

ĐỀ THI THAM KHẢO Bài thi: NGOẠI NGỮ; Môn thi: TIẾNG ANH
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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.
Question 1: A. south B. around C. plough D. rough
Question 2: A. daunted B. installed C. committed D. confided
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: A. commerce B. reserve C. burden D. southern
Question 4: A. industry B. museum C. pesticide D. dynamite
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: Most of my friends admire Milan as she can play _____ piano so beautifully.
A. a B. an C. the D. Ø 
Question 6: If Nick doesn't change his way of working,he ______ in big trouble.
A. is B. would be C. will be D. would have been
Question 7: And in ten years’ time AIDS will also be brought __________ control.
A. out B. under C. below D. off
Question 8: It was a nasty memory. Do you remember both of us wearing sunglasses to avoid ___________ by the
supervisors?
A. being recognized B. to be recognized C. to recognize D. recognizing
Question 9: ______ by a dog when she was small, Mary is afraid of all of them.
A. Bitten B. Biting C. Having bitten D. Be bitten
Question 10: Development in micro technology-computers and telecommunication are bound to have a huge ________ on
various aspects of our lives
A. reflect B. promotion C. change D. influence
Question 11: It seems impossible to _______ an end to terrorism in the world.
A. put B. take C. get D. make
Question 12: " Many people think that in some more years we will see the complete _______ of newspapers and
magazines due to the Internet.
A. disappear B. disappearance C. appear D. appearing
Question 13: Washing machines, vacuum cleaners, and dish washers are labor _______ devices which help us do
housework easily and quickly.
A. improving B. making C. saving D. employing
Question 14: She spoke so quietly that I _____ hear her.
A. nearly B. hardly C. basically D. shortly
Question 15: I really enjoy being with my father. He has got a really good________ of humour.
A. sense B. way C. mood D. feeling
Question 16: . ______ with her boyfriend yesterday, she doesn't want to answer his phone call.
A. Having quarreled B. Because having quarreled
C. Because-of she quarreled D. Had quarreled
Question 17: The price of fruit has increased recently, _______ the price of vegetables has gone down.
A. whereas B. otherwise C. whether D. when
Question 18: At present, the new director________ to foster a culture of open communication within the company.
A. is trying B. was trying C. tries D. tried
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 19: Working on Wall Street, you get used to massive financial changes happening in the blink of an eye.
A. very quietly B. very carefully C. very quickly D. very noisily
Question 20: The math textbook had to be reprinted after several schoolboy errors were discovered insome of
the equations
A. basic B. systematic C. intentional D. foolish
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 21: Large numbers of teachers are out of a job, not because they are not needed, but because the
government does not provide funds to recruit more teachers.
A. skillful B. employed C. unoccupied D. qualified
Question 22: Oh, I’m sure I’ll manage. It’s not exactly rocket science,is it?
A. simple B. complicated C. time-consuming D. costly
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 23: Jennifer and Katherine are having a discussion about supermarkets or traditional markets.
- Jennifer: “I believe that supermarkets are much better than traditional markets.”
- Katherine: “_________. Each has its own features.”
A. I couldn’t agree with you more. B. That’s completely true.
C. I disagree with you. D. I can’t help thinking the same.
Question 24: Matthew is talking about Ann’s new schoolbag.
- Matthew: “You really have a beautiful schoolbag, Ann, I’ve never seen such a perfect thing on you.”
- Ann: “_______”
A. What a shame! B. Oh, it’s not my favourite choice.
C. I don’t like your compliment. D. Thanks. That’s nice compliment
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 from 25 to 29.
Vietnam has made major strides in caring for, educating and protecting children over the past 27 years (25) ____ the
country became the first in Asia and second in the world to ratify the implementation of the United Nations Convention
on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) in 1990.
The education and protection of children is (26) _____ a key political mission of Party Committees from central to
local levels and a top priority in the country’s socio-economic development strategies. Article 37 of the 2013 Constitution
stipulates that “Children shall be protected, cared for and educated by the State, family and society; and participated in
child-related issues. Harassing, persecuting, maltreating, abandoning or abusing children, exploiting child (27) ____ or
other acts that violate children’s rights are prohibited.”
Additionally, the 13th National Assembly adopted the Child Law in April 2016, (28)____ will come into force in
June 2017, with the revision and supplementation of some articles to concretise the Constitution and the convention. The
National Action Programme for Children also emphasised that children need to be treated (29)___ special citizens and
cared for by the State and people and should enjoy a healthy environment for physical, intellectual and moral
development.

Question 25. A. since B. for C. when D. after

Question 26. A. played B. regarded C. considered D. taken
Question 27. A. labourer B. labour C. labouring D. laboured
Question 28. A. that B. in which C. when D. which
Question 29. A. by B. with C. as D. like
Read the following passage and chooose the correct answer to each of the questions from 30 to 34.
Most people will praise many technological gadgets that they use in their everyday lives. Technology is developing
at a very fast rate, and what most people did not even think could be real a few years ago is now becoming a reality.
Although many will use and advertise modern technology for many of its achievements and advancements, what many
don’t realize is that it has affected and continues to affect society and people in general in a negative way.
Newspaper companies, as we all know, have been hit very hard by the advancements in technology. Big newspapers
have been forced to either lay off a percentage of their work force or shut down altogether because news is readily
available for free on the Internet. Music does not have to be purchased at music stores any more because MP3 files are
readily available on the Internet as well, thus causing them to shut their doors for good. The movie industry has also been
hit hard because DVD sales have decreased since people can pay for and download their favorite movies online.
Technology has its benefits, but when you take a look at how people communicate with one another, you will
quickly see that it has a negative impact. Modern technology has allowed people to communicate with just about anyone
they want to at any given time. The fact remains that people do not interact personally with one another as often as they
used to. This has created a barrier for face-to-face communication among people because they no longer have to hold a
meeting in an office or they no longer have to call friends or family members together to wish them a happy birthday or
congratulate them on their recent success.
As a result, people don’t feel the urgent need to step outside of their home to find entertainment, such as
participating in a dynamic game of basketball with friends, meeting a friend at a coffee shop, etc.
Question 30. According to the first paragraph, modern technology _________________
A. is developing rapidly B. comes true. C. benefits us a lot D. has its disadvantages
Question 31. The word “them” in paragraph 2 refers to ___
A. newspaper companies B. advancements C. music stores D. MP3 files
Question 32. The author shows us the negative effects of the technology by _____.
 A. telling some stories B. giving some examples
C. listing some figures D. doing some experiments
Question 33. What does he underlined word “interact” in the third paragraph probably mean?
A. argue B. consult C. communicate D. work
Question 34. Which of the following is the best title for the passage?
A. The negative effects of advancing technology B. The benefits of the modern technology
C. The development of the modern technology D. The social problems caused by the technology

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.
TOO MUCH INTERNET?
The Internet has become an important part of our modern lives. In fact, it is impossible for many people to
imagine a day without some contact with the Internet. Most people use the Internet to shop, send e-mail, and for social
networking. However, some people find it hard to control how much time they spend online.
So, how much Internet is too much Internet? Experts agree that people who use the Internet so much that it causes
problems with their daily activities are spending too much time online. They say that some people may actually be
addicted to the Internet in much the same way as some people are addicted to gambling or alcohol. Signs of Internet
addiction include spending more and more time online, reducing or giving up social, work-related, or hobby-related
activities in favor of spending time online, and giving up sleep to spend time on the Internet.
Experts say that this becomes a real problem when a person starts experiencing problems sleeping, problems in
their home and work life, and problems in having good social relationships. People who use the Internet excessively also
seem to be more likely to show signs of depression
How do you know if you are spending too much time online? Some common warning signs include checking
your e-mail every few minutes, always thinking about your next online session, and getting complaints from the people
around you about how much time you spend online.
Showing any of these signs may mean that you are on your way to becoming addicted to the Internet. However,
experts agree that there is hope. They say that simply understanding that spending too much time online is a problem may
be the first step to solving the problem. They believe that, in most cases, doing something as simple as creating a better
system for managing your time online can solve the problem.
The Internet is a wonderful tool for communicating and finding information. However, as with most things in life,
you have to learn to use it carefully, and make sure you keep a healthy balance between it and the other important things
in your life.
Question 35: The main idea of the reading passage is _____.
A. using the Internet too much can be a big problem
B. the Internet is the most useful modern tool for communication
C. too many people use the Internet nowadays
D. most people use the Internet too much
Question 36: According to the author, what do most people use the Internet for?
A. shopping, e-mail, social networking B. e-mail, web searches, social networking
C. shopping, social networking, getting information D. social networking, e-mail, web searches
Question 37: Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a sign of Internet addiction?
A. giving up social activities B. reducing time spent on hobbies
C. sleeping less D. spending less time at home
Question 38: In paragraph 3, which of the following could be used in place of the word “excessively”?
A. too fast B. too much C. too late D. too little
Question 39: The word “They” in paragraph 5 refers to ___
A. Internet users B. Signs C. Experts D. Addicts
Question 40: According to experts, what is the first step to solving the problem of using the Internet too much?
A. Understanding that you have this problem B. Hoping for a solution
C. Becoming depressed D. Stopping all Internet use
Question 41: What suggestion do experts give as a way to reduce online time?
A. creating a time-management system B. sleeping more
C. using the Internet as a tool D. spending more time with friends
Question42: The author of the passage suggests that _____.
A. it’s impossible to have too much Internet in your life
B. you need a healthy balance between online time and time for other things
C. the Internet is the best tool for communicating and getting information
D. the Internet can be used to help you manage your time
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 43: The picnic will cancel because Peter has just had a traffic accident.
A B C D
Question 44: The number of women earning Master's Degrees has raised sharply in the recent years.
A B C D
Question 45: The lady who had invited us heard me telling my wife the dinner terrible, so I was embarrassed.
A B C D
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 46: The doctor said, “You really ought to rest for a few days, Jasmine.”
A. Jasmine’s doctor insisted that she should rest for a few days.
B. The doctor suggested that Jasmine should take a short rest.
C. It is the doctor’s recommendation that Jasmine rested shortly.
D. the doctor strongly advised Jasmine to take a few days’ rest.
Question 47: The S10’s camera looks more natural than the Iphone’s.
A. The Iphone’s camera doesn’t look more natural than the S10’s.
B. The Iphone’s camera looks more natural than the S10’s.
C. The Iphone’s camera looks as natural as the S10’s.
D. The Iphone’s camera doesn’t look as natural as the S10’s.
Question 48: Its possible that she didn’t hear what I said
A. She may not hear what I said B. She might not hear what I said
C. She might have not heard what I said D. She may not have heard what I said
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 49: Jenifer rejected the job offer. She now regrets it.
A. Jenifer regrets not having rejected the job offer. B. If only Jenifer didn’t reject the job offer.
C. Jenifer wishes she hadn’t rejected the job offer. D. Jenifer regrets to reject the job offer.
Question 50: Arthur entered the store. Then, he realized that there was danger.
A. Not until Arthur entered the store, he realized that there was danger.
B. It was not until Arthur entered the store then, he realized that there was danger.
A. Only when he entered the store then he realized that there was danger
D. Only after entering the store did Athur realize that there was danger

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 WORD FORMS
1. He was looking at his parents _______, waiting for recommendations.
a. obey b. obedience c. obedient d. obediently
2. The interviews with parents showed that the vast majority were _______ of teachers.
a. support b. supportive c. supporter d. supporting
3. It is _________ of you to leave the medicine where the children could get it.
a. care b. caring c. careless d. careful
4. For ________ reasons, passengers are requested not to leave any luggage unattended.
a. secure b. securely c. security d. securing
5. The leader of the explorers had the great _______ in his native guide.
a. confident b. confidence c. confidential d. confidentially
6. The more _______ and positive you look, the better you will feel.
a. confide b. confident c. confidently d. confidence
7. Children who are isolated and lonely seem to have poor language and ________.
A. communicate B. communication C. communicative D. communicator
8. The lecturer explained the problem very clearly and is always ____in response to questions.
A. attention B. attentive C. attentively D. attentiveness
9. It was very more __________of a chat than an interview.
A. formal B. informal C. formality D. informality
10.There is a wide range of _______ in the education system of the USA.
a. select b. selective c. selected d. selection
11. Many people have objected to the use of animals in _____ experiments.
a. science b. scientist c. scientific d. scientifically
12. A / an ______species is a population of an organism which is at risk of becoming extinct.
a. dangerous b. endanger c. endangered d. endangerment
13. Almost half of turtles and tortoises are known to be threatened with ____.
a. extinct b. extinction c. extinctive d. extinctly
14. The people in our village are leading a ________life.
a. peace b. peaceful c. peacefully d. peacefulness
15. The novel has had a tremendous impact on ________ and publishing markets.
a. entertain b. entertainer c. entertainment d. entertainingly
17. In some communities a husband's ________ over his wife is absolute.
a. power b. powerful c. powerfully d. powered
TENSES 1 . When we_________ him tomorrow, we will remind him of that.
A. will see B. see C. am seeing D. saw.
1. When he comes, I_________ her the news.
A. tell B. will tell C. would tell D. would have told
2. When the police came, they _________.
A. are fighting B. fought C. would be fighting D. were fighting
3. Before she came to England, she _________ English.
A. studied B. will study C. had studied D was studying
4. I have lost touch with him _________ He left for London.
A. as soon as B. after C. before D. since
5. My mother is washing the dishes _________ my father is watching television.
A. when B. while C. as D. since
6. I have earned my own living _______ I was seven.
A. since B. when C. while D. as soon as
7. _______ the dance, Jerry said good-bye to his girlfriend.
A. Before left B. Before he leaves C. Before leaving D. Before he will leave
8. Mrs. Pike _______ the door before the customers arrived.
A. had opened B. will open C. would open D. has open
9. I had no sooner lit the barbecue _______ it started to rain.
A. as B. while C. than D. that
 ĐỀ THI THỬ THPTQG 2019
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 1: A. economy B. certificate C. graduate D. semester
Question 2: A. enthusiastic B. durability C. civilization D. humanitarian
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 3: A. takes B. develops C. burns D. laughs
Question 4: A. century B. culture C. secure D. applicant
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
Question 5: Sarah has just bought a new skirt that she likes very much.
- Jane: “You look great in that red skirt, Sarah!”
- Sarah: “_______”
A. No, I don’t think so, B. Oh, you don’t like it, do you?
C. Thanks, I bought it at Macy’s. D. I like it.
Question 6: Ken and Laura are saying goodbye to each other after going to LOTTE Center. And they are going
to have a date with each other later.
- Laura: “Well, it’s getting late. Maybe we could get together sometime.”
- Ken: “......................................“
A. Nice to see back you B. Take it easy
C. Sounds good. I’ll give you a call D. Yes, I’ve enjoyed it
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 7: We should keep these proposals secret from the chairman for the time being
A. revealed B. frequent C. lively D. accessible
Question 8: 1 didn’t think his comments were very appropriate at that time
A. unsuitable B. right C. exact D. correct
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 9: The use of lasers in surgery has become relatively commonplace in recent years.
A. absolutely B. relevantly C. comparatively D. almost
Question 10: From an airplane, the grasslands of the western prairie appear almost as uniform as a placid sea.
A. hilly B. calm C. seedy D. fake
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions.
Question 11: Many young people in rural areas don’t want to spend their lives on the farm like their
_________ parents. Therefore, they decide to leave their home villages to find well-paid jobs in the fast-
growing industrial zones.
A. long-term B. up-to-date C. weather-beaten D. wide-ranging
Question 12: If she had known how awful this job was going to be, she_________it.
A. would accept B. wouldn’t accept
C. wouldn’t have accepted D. would have accepted
Question 13: Tim asked me_______that film the night before.
A. that I saw B. had I seen C. if I had seen D. if had I seen
Question 14: The twins look so much alike that no one can ______ them _________
A. take/ apart B. tell/ away C. tell/ apart D. take/ on
Question 15: The teacher _______ that he make an outline before writing a complete essay.
A. reports B. recommends C. tells D. says
Question 16: 1 have no patience with gossips. What I told Tom was a secret. He________it
to you.
A. mustn’t read B. shouldn’t have repeated
C. mustn’t have repeated D. shouldn’t read
Question 17: _________-he was kidnapped by the kidnapper yesterday has been confirmed.
A. That B. What C. If D. Unless
Question 18: Air pollution poses a_______to both human health and our environment
A. jeopardy B. difficulty C. problem D. threat
Question 19: The people who__________the survey said that they had examined over 1,000
accidents
A. gave B. proceed C. set D. conducted
Question 20: My younger brother had his hair_______yesterday
A. be cut B. to be cut C. cut D. being cut
Question 21: Remember that things such as language, food and clothing are simply expressions of our cultural
_________.
A. solidarity B. identity C. assimilation D. celebration
Question 22: Waste paper can be used again a tier being _________.
A. produced B. recycled C. wasted D. preserved
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, R, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word
or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 23 to 27
HERE ARE TIPS THAT HELP SUCCEED IN YOUR JOB INTERVIEW
Always arrive early. If you do not know (23) ___________ the organization is located, call for exact directions (24)
_________ advance. Leave some extra time for any traffic, packing, or unexpected events. If you are running late,
call right away and let someone know. The best time to arrive is approximately 5 – 10 minutes early. Give yourself
the time to read your resume one more time, to catch your breath, and to be ready for the interview. Once you are at
the office, treat everyone you encounter with repect. Be (25) _________ to everyone as soon as you walk in the
door.
Wear a professional business suit. This point should be emphasized enough. First (26) __________ are extremely
important in the interview process. Women should (27) ________ wearing too much jewelry or make up. Men
should avoid flashy suits or wearing too much perfume. It is also important that you feel comfortable. While a suit
is the standard interview attire in a business environment, if you think it is an informal environment, call before
and ask. Regardless, you can never be overdressed it you are wearing a tailored suit.
Question 23: A. when B. why C. where D. that
Question 24: A. with B. in C. on D. for
Question 25: A. happy B. pleasant C. disappointed D. excited
Question 26: A. attendances B. attentions C. impressions D. pressures
Question 27: A. avoid B. suggest C. enjoy D. mind
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 28 to 34
FAMILY LIFE IN THE UNITED STATES
Family life in the United States is changing. Fifty or sixty years ago, the wife was called a “housewife”. She
cleaned, cooked, and cared for the children. The husband earned the money for the family. He was usually out
working all day. He came home tired in the evening, so he did not do much housework. And he did not see the
children very much, except on weekends.
These days, however, more and more women work outside the home. They cannot stay with the children all
day. They, too, come home tired in the evening. They do not want to spend the evening cooking dinner and
cleaning up. They do not have time to clean the house and do the laundry. So who is going to do the
housework now? Who is going to take care of the children?
Many families solve the problem of housework by sharing it. In these families, the husband and wife agree to
do different jobs around the house, or they take turns doing each job. For example, the husband always cooks
dinner and the wife always does the laundry. Or the wife cooks dinner on some nights and the husband cooks
dinner on other nights.
Then there is the question of the children. In the past, many families got help with child care from grandparents.
Now families usually do not live near their relatives. The grandparents are often too far away to help in a
regular way. More often, parents have to pay for child care help. Ihe help may be a babysitter or a day-care
center. The problem with this kind of help is the high cost. It is possible only for couples with jobs that pay
well.
Parents may get another kind of help form the companies they work for. Many companies now let people with
children work part-time. That way, parents can spend more time with their children. Some husbands may even
stop working for a while to stay with the children. For these men there is a new word: they are called
“househusbands”. In the USA more and more men are becoming househusbands every year.
These changes in the home mean changes in the family. Fathers can learn to understand their children better,
and the children can get to know their fathers better. Husbands and wives may also find changes in their
marriage. They, too, may have a better understanding of each other.
Question 28: Sixty years ago, most women________.
A. went out to work B. had no children C. did not do much housework D. were housewives
Question 29: Nowadays, there are __________.
A. more women going out to work than before.
B. more and more women staying with the children all day.
C. more work outside the home than before.
D. more housewives than before.
Question 30: The word “laundry” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to _____________
A. tidying up B. cooking and washing the dishes C. washing and ironing D. shopping
Question 31: It can be inferred from paragraph 4 that__________.
A. couples with low-paid jobs can’t afford the cost of a babysitter or a day-care center.
B. grandparents can help care the children in a regular way.
C. all couples with jobs can pay for help from a babysitter or a day-care center.
D. in the past, grandparents did not help the couples with child care.
Question 32: The word “they" in paragraph 5 refers to_________.
A. husbands who stop working to stay with the children B. fathers who spend more time with their children
C. parents who work part-time D. children who spend more time with fathers than mothers
Question 33: The changes in the American home mentioned in this passage may __________.
A. help families B. not happen C. cause problems for a marriage D. not change the children at all
Question 34: This article is about__________.
A. American men as househusbands B. housewives in America
C. how more American women are working D. how family life in America is changing
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
One of the most interesting authors of the twentieth century, J.R.R Tolkien, achieved fame through his highly
inventive trilogy, The Lord of the Rings. Born in 1892, Tolkien received his education from Oxford and then
served in World War I. After the war, he became a professor of Anglo -Saxon and English language and literature at
Oxford University.
Although published in 1965, the three books that comprise the Lord of the Rings were written in intervals from
1936 to 1949. This was mainly due to Tolkien’s responsibilities as a professor and the outbreak of World War II. By
the late 1960s, this fascinating trilogy had become a sociological phenomenon as young people intently studied the
mythology and legends created by Tolkien.
The trilogy is remarkable not only for its highly developed account of historical fiction but also its success as a
modern heroic epic. The main plot describes the struggle between good and evil kingdom as they try to acquire a
magic ring that has the power to rule the world. The novels, which are set in a time called Middle Earth, describe a
detailed fantasy world. Established before humans populated the Earth, Middle Earth was inhabited by good and
evil creatures such as hobbits, elves, monsters, wizards, and some humans. The characters and the setting of
Middle Earth were modeled after mythological stories from Greece and Northern Europe.
Although readers have scrutinized the texts for inner meaning and have tried to connect the trilogy with Tolkien’s
real life experiences in England during World War II, he denied the connection. He claims that the story began in
his years as an undergraduate student and grew out of his desire to create mythology and legends about elves and
their language.
Tolkien was a masterful fantasy novelist who used his extensive knowledge of folklore to create a body of work
that is still read and enjoyed throughout the world today
Question 35: What can we assume is NOT true about Middle Earth?
A. Middle Earth was based on European folktales
 B. Middle Earth was a fictional world
C. The good and evil kingdom fought for the power
D. People dominated Middle Earth
Question 36: The word “scrutinized” in the fourth paragraph could be replaced by
A. examined B. denied C. enjoyed D. criticized
Question 37: What does this passage mainly discuss?
A. B. C. D.
Question 38: According to the passage, when did “the Lord of the Rings” trilogy become popular with young
people?
A. In the late 1960s B. After World War II C. In 1892 D. Between 1936 and 1946
Question 39: When did Tolkien begin to create this trilogy?
A. When he was a student B. During World War I C. When he was a professor D. During World War II
Question 40: What does the word “trilogy” in the first paragraph mean?
A. A specific type of fantasy novel B. A long novel
C. A group of three literary books D. An unrelated group of books
Question 41: What is the setting of Tolkien’s trilogy?
A. Modern - day Greece B. England in the 1800’s C. Oxford University D. Middle Earth
Question 42: The word “fascinating” in the second paragraph could be replaced by
A. thrilling B. extremely interesting C. boring D. terrifying
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 43: However old and worn his clothes were, they looked clean and of good quality.
A. His clothes looked clean and of good quality because they were old and worn.
B. His clothes, though old and worn, looked clean and of good quality.
C. He was fond of wearing such old and worn clothes because they were of good quality.
D. No matter what good quality his clothes had, they looked old and worn.
Question 44: She usually spends one hour driving to work every day.
A. She usually works one hour every day.
B. It usually takes her one hour to drive to work every day.
C. She usually goes to work by car once a day.
D. It usually takes her one hour to work on her car every day.
Question 45: I thought I shouldn’t have stayed at home yesterday.
A. I regretted staying at home yesterday. B. I regretted for staying at home yesterday.
C. 1 regret for staying at home yesterday. D. I regret to stay at home yesterday.
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 46: (A) Body language is quiet and (B) secret, but (C) most powerful language (D) of all.
A. Body language B. secret C. most D. of all
Question 47: (A) Stayed (B) strong, family members (C) have to (D) be engaged in each other’s lives.
A. Stayed B. strong C. have D. be engaged
Question 48: (A) Once you can (B) overcome your difficulty, the problem (C) may well become a source of (P)
strengthen to your marriage and your faith.
A. Once B. overcome C. may well become D. strengthen
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 49: People should not throw rubbish in the park. People should not cut down the trees in the park.
A. People should either throw rubbish in the park or cut down the trees in the park.
B. People should neither throw rubbish nor cut down the trees in the park.
C. People should either throw rubbish nor cut down the trees in the park.
D. People should neither throw rubbish or cut down the trees in the park
Question 50: Most of the classmates couldn’t come. He invited them to the birthday party.
A. Most of the classmates he invited to the birthday party couldn’t come.
B. Most of the classmates he was invited to the birthday party couldn’t come.
C. Most of the classmates that he invited them to the birthday party couldn’t come.
D. Most of the classmates which he invited to the birthday party couldn’t come.