Sentence completion: Choose A B C or D to complete each sentence.
Trả lời cho các câu 601, 602, 603, 604, 605, 606, 607, 608, 609, 610 dưới đây:
Câu 601: No matter ______ happens, she always stays calm and composed.
A. which
B. what
C. where
D. that
ĐỀ 08 LUYỆN THI ĐÁNH GIÁ NĂNG LỰC HSA NĂM 2026 MÔN TIẾNG ANH
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Môn thi: Tiếng Anh
Năm 2026
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Sentence completion: Choose A B C or D to complete each sentence.
Trả lời cho các câu 601, 602, 603, 604, 605, 606, 607, 608, 609, 610 dưới đây:
Câu 601: No matter ______ happens, she always stays calm and composed.
A. which
B. what
C. where
D. that
Câu 602: Many people are unwilling ______ a new language because they think it is too difficult.
A. to learn
B. learning
C. to studying
D. for learning
Câu 603: I took my umbrella because I thought it ______ rain later in the evening.
A. must
B. might
C. should
D. had to
Câu 604: The company is planning a ______ change that will impact all employees.
A. historical
B. drastic
C. minor
D. outdated
Câu 605: The company _______ expanding their international operations in the coming fiscal year.
A. is contemplating
B. will contemplate
C. contemplates
D. contemplated
Câu 606: The documentary was _______ for raising awareness about climate change.
A. praised
B. praising
C. praiseworthy
D. praise
Câu 607: If she had left earlier, she ______ the bus on time.
A. will catch
B. had caught
C. would catch
D. would have caught
Câu 608: She prefers to wear something more ______ when going out for dinner.
A. comfortable
B. traditional
C. luxurious
D. effortless
Câu 609: The students were warned about their ______ behavior in class.
A. disruptive
B. disrupting
C. disrupt
D. disruption
Câu 610: Students should ________ the potential challenges of working abroad before deciding to move to another country.
A. come up with
B. take into consideration
C. put up with
D. make use of
Synonyms: 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.
Trả lời cho các câu 611, 612 dưới đây:
Câu 611: The company expanded its operations to several new countries last year.
A. reduced
B. extended
C. suspended
D. limited
Câu 612: She was fascinated by the breathtaking view from the mountain top.
A. bored
B. annoyed
C. captivated
D. confused
Antonyms: 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.
Trả lời cho các câu 613, 614 dưới đây:
Câu 613: She turned down the job offer because it didn’t match her career goals.
A. clear response
B. direct statement
C. vague answer
D. honest feedback
Câu 614: The manager appreciated the employee’s straightforward explanation of the issue.
A. clear response
B. direct statement
C. vague answer
D. honest feedback
Dialogue completion: 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.
Trả lời cho các câu 615, 616, 617, 618 dưới đây:
Câu 615: Emma: I’m thinking of applying for a scholarship to study abroad.
A. That sounds like a great opportunity!
B. I doubt you’ll get accepted.
C. You should probably give up now.
D. Why would you even consider that?
Câu 616: Mike: I can’t decide whether to take the job offer or stay where I am.
A. That’s an easy decision. Just quit!
B. I think you should rush your decision.
C. Take your time to weigh the pros and cons.
D. It’s best not to think about it at all.
Câu 617: Lily: I have a huge presentation tomorrow, and I’m so nervous.
A. You’ll do great! Just be confident.
B. You should probably cancel it.
C. Just read the slides quickly and finish fast.
D. Maybe you shouldn’t have agreed to do it.
Câu 618: Sam: I just lost my phone, and I have no idea what to do.
A. That’s amazing! You’re so lucky.
B. You should look for it right away and retrace your steps.
C. Just ignore it. It’ll come back eventually.
D. Maybe it’s a sign that you don’t need one.
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to make a meaningful paragraph/ letter in each of the following questions.
Trả lời cho các câu 619, 620, 621, 622 dưới đây:
Câu 619: a. That’s great! Do you already have a destination in mind?
B. I’m thinking of taking a short trip next month.
C. Maybe Japan! I’ve always wanted to see the cherry blossoms.
D. That sounds like a fantastic idea. You should start planning now!
A. b-a-c-d
B. b-c-a-d
C. b-d-a-c
D. b-a-d-c
Câu 620: a. I prefer something light, maybe a salad or some soup.
B. Sounds good! There’s a great café nearby that serves fresh salads.
C. Let’s go out for lunch. What do you feel like eating?
D. That’s a great idea. Let’s go there!
A. b-a-c-d
B. c-b-a-d
C. c-a-b-d
D. b-c-a-d
Câu 621: a. I was, but I missed the registration deadline.
B. Why weren’t you at the marathon last weekend?
C. That’s unfortunate. You trained so hard for it.
D. I know, but I’ll sign up earlier next year.
e. Good idea! You don’t want to waste all that effort.
f. Exactly! I won’t make the same mistake twice.
A. b-a-c-d-e-f
B. b-c-a-e-d-f
C. b-a-c-e-d-f
D. b-d-a-c-f-e
Câu 622: a. I completely agree, but it’s hard to maintain a balanced diet when you have a hectic work schedule and barely any time to cook.
B. That’s understandable, but there are plenty of quick and healthy meal options available if you plan ahead.
C. Actually, I’ve tried meal prepping before, but I found it quite difficult to keep up with it consistently.
D. Have you ever considered preparing your meals in advance to make it easier to eat healthily during the week?
e. Well, maybe you could start with something simple, like making a few portions for just two or three days instead of an entire week.
f. That sounds like a more manageable approach! I’ll give it another try and see how it works out for me.
A. d-a-b-c-e-f
B. d-c-a-b-e-f
C. d-a-c-b-e-f
D. d-a-b-e-c-f
Sentence-rewriting: 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.
Trả lời cho các câu 623, 624, 625, 626 dưới đây:
Câu 623: The company decided to postpone the product launch due to unexpected issues.
A. The company chose to cancel the product launch because of unforeseen issues.
B. The company delayed the product launch because of unanticipated problems.
C. The company moved the product launch earlier to avoid unexpected issues.
D. The company ignored the unexpected issues and launched the product on time.
Câu 624: The museum is so popular that visitors must book tickets weeks in advance.
A. The museum is so famous that people can visit it without a ticket.
B. The museum is too popular for visitors to book tickets in advance.
C. The museum is so well-known that people need to reserve tickets weeks beforehand.
D. The museum is less popular than expected, so no reservation is needed.
Câu 625: Liam was too exhausted to continue working on the project.
A. Liam was so tired that he had to stop working on the project.
B. Liam was very exhausted but managed to finish the project.
C. Liam worked on the project even though he was extremely tired.
D. Liam was tired enough to keep working on the project.
Câu 626: As soon as the manager entered the meeting room, the employees stopped talking.
A. Hardly had the manager stepped into the meeting room when the employees went silent.
B. The employees continued their discussion even after the manager entered the meeting room.
C. The manager arrived at the meeting room, but the employees kept on talking.
D. No sooner had the employees noticed the manager than they started chatting even louder.
Sentence combination: Choose A, B, C or D that has the closest meaning to the given pair of sentences in each question.
Trả lời cho các câu 627, 628, 629, 630 dưới đây:
Câu 627: She has completed her training. She is now qualified to work as a teacher.
A. Since she has completed her training, she is now qualified to be a teacher.
B. She is now qualified to be a teacher, even though she has not finished her training.
C. She completed her training, but she still needs more qualifications to be a teacher.
D. Completing her training does not make her qualified to work as a teacher.
Câu 628: I can take the bus or walk to work. I prefer walking.
A. Since I prefer walking, I don’t need to take the bus.
B. I decide to take the bus rather than walk to work.
C. Walking is not my favorite way to get to work, so I take the bus.
D. I like walking more than taking the bus to work.
Câu 629: She forgot to set her alarm. She was late for her interview.
A. If she had remembered to set her alarm, she would have been on time for her interview.
B. Forgetting to set her alarm helped her arrive early for her interview.
C. Even though she set her alarm, she was still late for the interview.
D. She was late for her interview because she woke up too early.
Câu 630: He trained rigorously and finally secured a spot in the national athletics championship. It required years of dedication.
A. He trained for years to participate in the local sports event before advancing to the national athletics championship.
B. After years of dedication, he was eventually given an opportunity to train for the national athletics championship.
C. Years of intensive training led to his success in qualifying for the national athletics championship.
D. His persistent training helped him compete in the national athletics championship every year.
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.
The Global Language Exchange, or GLE, is a unique program designed for individuals worldwide. It helps them (631) new languages and connect with diverse cultures. This program (632) people from different countries to practice speaking, promote cultural exchange, and enhance communication skills. GLE is also focused on addressing the challenge of language barriers in global interactions.
GLE's primary objective is to foster a sense of global community and inspire individuals to collaborate in overcoming language obstacles. (633) helps them not only gain practical conversational experience but also build lasting relationships and networks with their (634) from various backgrounds. This encourages them to feel responsible for promoting cross-cultural understanding.
Ultimately, the Global Language Exchange demonstrates (635) for individuals to bridge cultural divides. By providing opportunities for people to engage in meaningful communication, GLE contributes to building a more interconnected and harmonious world.
Trả lời cho các câu 631, 632, 633, 634, 635 dưới đây:
Câu 631 :
A. acquire
B. obtain
C. achieve
D. gather
Câu 632:
A. joins
B. unites
C. assembles
D. groups
Câu 633:
A. The benefits of language learning
B. This focus on global communication
C. The necessity of cultural awareness
D. The complexity of language differences
Câu 634:
A. associates
B. colleagues
C. partners
D. acquaintances
Câu 635:
A. how challenging it is
B. they consider it vital
C. it has become urgent
D. it has turned interesting
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 concept of a personal flying drone for everyday commuting is gaining traction, although experts acknowledge it may be decades before it becomes a reality.
Most current drones operate differently than a piloted aircraft, relying on GPS navigation and advanced algorithms to control flight paths. This approach is more efficient and simpler than having a human pilot, but it is also limited by current battery technology and air traffic regulations.
A team at the Aeronautics Institute of Technology has developed a prototype personal drone, called "Skyhopper," designed to carry a single passenger. It features an advanced propulsion system and a lightweight composite frame, along with sensors for obstacle avoidance and autonomous flight control. Artificial intelligence systems determine the necessary flight maneuvers and respond to real-time changes in weather and air traffic. The drone can currently perform a limited range of flight tasks, such as vertical takeoff and landing, hovering, and short-distance travel at low altitudes in controlled environments. "The speed and range are not yet comparable to traditional aircraft," says lead engineer Dr. Anya Sharma.
It appears that a personal drone capable of navigating complex urban environments and ensuring passenger safety is still far from being commercially available. As mentioned previously, it could be many years before such a device becomes commonplace.
However, the potential benefits of personal drones are significant. They could reduce traffic congestion, provide faster and more efficient transportation, and open up access to remote areas. Ongoing research focuses on improving battery life, developing robust safety systems, and establishing clear regulatory frameworks.
The future of personal drones hinges on overcoming technical challenges and gaining public acceptance. With continued innovation and careful planning, the dream of personal flight may one day become a reality.
Trả lời cho các câu 636, 637, 638, 639, 640 dưới đây:
Câu 636: What does "it" in paragraph 2 refer to?
A. A drone
B. This method
C. The GPS system
D. Battery technology
Câu 637: What is mentioned about current drones in paragraph 2?
A. They require a human pilot for operation.
B. They are hindered by technological limitations.
C. They are more complex than piloted aircraft.
D. They are primarily used for military purposes.
Câu 638: What is the main topic of paragraph 3?
A. Skyhopper’s design and features
B. The challenges of autonomous flight
C. Dr. Anya Sharma’s research background
D. The future of personal drone technology
Câu 639: What can Skyhopper NOT do?
A. Take off and land vertically
B. Fly long distances
C. Hover in place
D. Avoid obstacles
Câu 640: Which of the following would the author most likely support?
A. Personal drones will never be safe enough for commercial use.
B. Despite current limitations, personal drones have significant potential.
C. The development of personal drones should be halted due to safety concerns.
D. Personal drones are already superior to traditional transportation methods.
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 concept of sustainable tourism focuses on minimizing the negative impacts of travel while maximizing the positive contributions to local communities and environments. In an era of increasing global travel, the importance of sustainable tourism practices cannot be overstated. This underscores the necessity of responsible travel guidelines.
Sustainable tourism initiatives vary widely across different regions. For example, in Costa Rica, the Certificate for Sustainable Tourism (CST) empowers businesses to adopt practices such as reducing waste, conserving energy, and supporting local economies. Similarly, the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) provides criteria for sustainable practices to destinations worldwide. Understanding these guidelines helps travelers make informed choices and encourages businesses to adopt their eco-friendly practices. When booking accommodations or tours, it's crucial to look for certifications and sustainable practices. Environmental scientist, Dr. Ben Carter, emphasizes, "Choosing sustainable options allows travelers to support conservation efforts and contribute positively to local communities."
To enhance your travel experience and reduce your environmental footprint, experts recommend opting for eco-friendly transportation and supporting local businesses. Utilizing public transport, walking, or cycling when possible minimizes carbon emissions. Equally important, be mindful of waste and avoid single-use plastics. Pack reusable items and dispose of trash responsibly. Seek out accommodations and tours that prioritize sustainability and engage with local communities respectfully. Avoid activities that exploit wildlife or damage natural habitats. Cultural anthropologist, Dr. Sarah Lee, advises, "Engaging with local cultures respectfully and supporting community-based tourism helps preserve cultural heritage and foster mutual understanding."
Appreciating the natural beauty and cultural richness of our planet while minimizing our impact is essential in today's interconnected world. By learning about sustainable practices, being mindful of our choices, and supporting responsible tourism initiatives, we can ensure that future generations can also enjoy the wonders of travel. Remember, sustainable tourism is a collective effort to create a more responsible and equitable travel industry.
Trả lời cho các câu 641, 642, 643, 644, 645 dưới đây:
Câu 641: What is "empowers" in paragraph 2 closest in meaning to?
A. forces
B. encourages
C. enables
D. limits
Câu 642: What does "their" in paragraph 2 refer to?
A. travelers
B. businesses
C. criteria
D. guidelines
Câu 643: Which of the following best paraphrases this sentence: "Choosing sustainable options allows travelers to support conservation efforts and contribute positively to local communities."
A. Travelers who choose sustainable options help conservation efforts and local communities.
B. Local communities benefit from conservation efforts supported by travelers choosing sustainable options.
C. Conservation efforts are supported by travelers who choose sustainable options and help local communities.
D. Sustainable options chosen by travelers result in positive contributions to conservation efforts and local communities.
Câu 644: What is paragraph 3 mainly about?
A. Methods to reduce carbon emissions during travel.
B. The benefits of engaging with local cultures during travel.
C. Practical tips for travelers to practice sustainable tourism.
D. The importance of respecting wildlife and natural habitats.
Câu 645: Which of the following does the author probably support?
A. Sustainable tourism is primarily the responsibility of businesses, not individual travelers.
B. Individual choices have a limited impact on the overall sustainability of the tourism industry.
C. A collaborative approach between travelers, businesses, and communities is essential for sustainable tourism.
D. Government regulations are the most effective way to ensure sustainable tourism practices.
Logical thinking and problem solving: Choose A, B C or D to answer each question.
Trả lời cho các câu 646, 647, 648, 649, 650 dưới đây:
Câu 646: You are in a library and need to find a specific book for your research. You don't know the library's layout or where the book is located. What would be the most effective way to find the book?
A. Start browsing every shelf until you find it.
B. Ask a librarian for assistance in locating the book.
C. Look for the most popular section and check there first.
D. Ask other patrons if they have seen the book.
Câu 647: A coworker, Alex, is consistently late for team meetings, disrupting the flow and causing delays. Your team lead has asked you to address the issue with Alex. What would be the most appropriate way to approach this conversation?
A. Publicly criticize Alex for their tardiness during a team meeting.
B. Send Alex an email reminding them to be on time, copying the entire team.
C. Privately speak with Alex, explaining the impact of their lateness and suggesting solutions.
D. Ignore the issue, hoping Alex will eventually realize his mistake and change his behavior.
Câu 648: Following are statements about a historical event. Which statement can be a fact?
A. The event was the most influential in history.
B. The event changed the world forever.
C. The event took place in the year 1776.
D. The event is the most discussed in textbooks.
Câu 649: "You've noticed that whenever you start the car, the headlights dim. What is the likely cause?"
A. The headlights are malfunctioning.
B. There is an issue with the car’s battery.
C. The headlights need more electrical power.
D. The car’s alternator is not working properly.
Câu 650: Which of the following situations best illustrates "empathy", where a person understands and shares the feelings of another?
A. Mary tells her friend to stop complaining about her problems.
B. Mary listens to her friend’s worries and offers advice.
C. Mary ignores her friend’s sadness and talks about her own day.
D. Mary judges her friend for being upset about a small issue