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: They might not let you buy the tickets yet, ______ case you should try again tomorrow.

A.  that

B.  in which

C.  where

D.  whose

Câu 602: Do you fancy _______ me to the airport? I am in a hurry.

A.  taking

B.  to pick out

C.  lighting up

D.  bringing

Câu 603 : I brought him some sandwiches because I thought he ______ be hungry.

A.  might

B.  should

C.  ought to

D.  must

Câu 604: She knew he was attracted to her, but preferred to keep their relationship _______.

A.  separated

B.  meaningless

C.  platonic

D.  zealous

Câu 605: How can you _________ your fur coat and/with your love of animals?

A.  reconciling

B.  be reconciled

C.  reconciles

D.  reconcile

Câu 606: Contractors have been slow to adjust their ______ strategies to take account of these changes.

A.  recruitment

B.  recruiting

C.  recruited

D.  recruiter

Câu 607: Shall I keep some chicken salad for your brother in case he______ hungry when he gets here?

A.  is

B.  has been

C.  were

D.  will be

Câu 608: The unexpected election result left a lot of journalists with ______ on their faces.

A.  sticker

B.  shame

C.  anger

D.  egg

Câu 609: Similarly, ______ and ' ideal ' husbands were expected to work hard to keep their marriages intact.

A.  respect

B.  respectable

C.  respectful

D.  unrespected

Câu 610: Like gardening, some chemists ______ and can seem to make almost anything grow, work, reactions go.

A.  work and enjoy

B.  get out of

C.  play important roles

D.  have green fingers

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 111, 112 dưới đây:

Câu 111: She's doing well so she was promoted last year. Now she's in charge of a small team of four people.

A.  controls

B.  supervises

C.  takes over

D.  rules

Câu 612: I ordered food from there so often that I was on first-name terms with the woman who answered the phone.

A.  friendly or familiar enough

B.  demanding too much

C.  unshakable to come

D.  unconscious need

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 113, 114 dưới đây:

Câu 613: The "well-off " groups consist of people with high incomes and people belonging to white-collar classes.

A.  official

B.  intellectual

C.  manual

D.  desk-job

Câu 614: Mrs. McElhenney's Aunt Rose was going to drop in on her unexpectedly this morning from Cleveland.

A.  pay a visit

B.  look in on

C.  brush aside

D.  back up

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:

Noah: How was your job interview this morning?

Ella: ______________

A.  I completely blanked out during the questions.

B.  I had to reschedule it for next week.

C.  I think I really nailed it!

D.  It was supposed to be online.

Câu 616:

Aiden: Thanks a lot for proofreading my article last night.

Grace: ______________

A.  No worries! Glad I could help.

B.  I had some reservations about certain sections.

C.  It took me longer than I anticipated, to be honest.

D.  I had initially overlooked a few mistakes myself.

Câu 617:

Leo: Are you planning to sign up for the photography workshop this weekend?

Isabella: Yeah, absolutely, ______________

A.  I’m weighing my options at the moment.

B.  I’ve got quite a lot on my plate already.

C.  I wouldn’t miss it for anything!

D.  I doubt it aligns with my priorities right now.

Câu 618:

Ethan: Do you think we should consult the marketing team now or after we finalize the budget?

Harper: ______________

A.  I’ve been meaning to loop them in, but the timing feels premature then we need to wait.

B.  In my opinion, their input would be more constructive once we’ve clarified our numbers.

C.  They might offer valuable insights, regardless of the financial stage as well as our effort.

D.  I suspect they’d prefer to wait until we’re further along in the process and kick it off.

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: When a satellite is launched, the rocket begins by going slowly upwards through the air.

A. However, the higher it goes, the less air it meets.

B. As the rocket goes higher, it travels faster.

C. For the atmosphere becomes thinner.

D. As a result there is less friction.

Consequently, the rocket still does not become too hot.

A.  d-b-a-c

B.  d-a-b-c

C.  b-c-a-d

D.  b-a-c-d

Câu 620: 

The city is almost a slum and stinks most of time.

A. The slush on the road did not deter them.

B. The occasional slips and falls were considered a small price to pay for the trip.

C. They were excited, fascinated by the sight of fresh snow on the roads.

D. Even so, it looked beautiful to tourists of various categories.

But some visitors came away with the unforgettable sight of young labours scantily clad.

A.  d-a-b-c

B.  d-c-a-b

C.  d-b-c-a

D.  d-c-b-a

Câu 621: 

A. Hungary, with a population of about 10 million, lies between Czechoslovakia to the north and Yugoslavia to the south.

B. Most of this country consists of an extremely fertile plain, through which the river Danube flows.

C. In addition to grain, the plain produces potatoes, sugar, wine and livestock.

D. Here a great deal of grain is grown.

e. In recent years, however, progress has been made also in the field of industrialisation.

A.  a-b-c-d-e-f

B.  b-a-d-e-f-c

C.  a-b-d-c-e-f

D.  b-a-e-d-f-c

Câu 622 (VD): 

A. The fossil plants indicate the age of the rock, and also point to facts regarding climate, temperature and topography.

B. First there were water plants then land plants appeared during the Paleozoic era.

C. Through the ages, plants have evolved from simple to more complex forms.

D. Records of the history of the world are contained in fossils.

e. But since the fossil remains appear locked in rock layers, they are closely related to the geologist area of investigation.

f. Palaeobotany is the study of fossil plants preserved in rocks dating back in millions of years.

A.  f-d-b-c-e-a

B.  f-c-b-d-e-a

C.  f-a-c-d-e-b

D.  f-b-d-c-a-e

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: Meltem expects me to invite along her father, too.

A.  Meltem's father expects to invite us to go along with him.

B.  Meltem's father is expected to invite me along with her.

C.  I am expected to invite not only Meltem but her father as well to come with us.

D.  Meltem agrees with me that her father should be invited to come along with us.

Câu 624: Whether you’re a mother, a mother-to-be or not even thinking about being a mom, there is still something to interest you in this book.

A.  This book is mainly targeted at mothers and those planning to have children, though others might find it somewhat interesting.

B.  Regardless of your maternal status or intentions, this book offers something engaging for everyone.

C.  Only women who are mothers or expectant mothers will find this book relevant and useful.

D.  You would be foolish to read this book if you are already a mother, or if you are shortly to become a mother, or even if you have no intention of ever becoming a mother.

Câu 625: I'm going to ask him to let me know if he runs across any other such novellas with a historical connection.

A.  I want to know if he can tell me of any historical novellas across which people used to perform running competitions.

B.  Novellas are connected to historical events about which my friend knows a lot.

C.  I am going to inquire about how he encountered the historically connected novella while he was running there.

D.  I am fond of historical novellas and I think he may help me find more of them; I really enjoyed the one he told me about.

Câu 626: Driven by an understandable desire to obtain good arable land, the Chalmuks constantly sought to expand their territories by hook or by crook

A.  The Chalmuks, motivated by the reasonable wish to acquire fertile land, were relentless in their efforts to enlarge their domain, using any means necessary.

B.  The Chalmuks were a warlike people, with a strong distate for agricultural activities, preferring to live on the spoils of wars they made against their neighbours.

C.  The Chalmuks sought to protect their fertile land from outsiders through fair and lawful methods.

D.  The Chalmuks were moderately interested in acquiring arable land, but avoided questionable tactics in doing so.

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: Field hockey was played in most of the countries in Europe during the Middle Ages. It was outlawed in England.

A.  Field hockey was played in many of the countries in Europe during the Middle Ages when it was outlawed in England.

B.  When Field hockey was played in many of the countries in Europe during the Middle Ages it was outlawed in England.

C.  Field hockey was played in many of the countries in Europe during the Middle Ages, so it was outlawed in England.

D.  Field hockey was played in many of the countries in Europe during the Middle Ages, but it was outlawed in England.

Câu 628: Many people doubted the project's feasibility. The team managed to complete it ahead of schedule.

A.  The project, completed ahead of schedule, had been doubted by many regarding its feasibility.

B.  Despite widespread doubts about the project's feasibility, the team completed it ahead of schedule.

C.  The team, ahead of schedule, completed the project though it was doubted by many people.

D.  The project was doubted by many people, but it was completed ahead of schedule by the team.

Câu 629: The company launched an aggressive marketing campaign. It aimed to expand its customer base.

A.  The company launched an aggressive marketing campaign to expand its customer base.

B.  Launching an aggressive marketing campaign, the company aimed to expand its customer base.

C.  The company, aiming to expand its customer base, launched an aggressive marketing campaign.

D.  The company expanded its customer base by launching an aggressive marketing campaign..

Câu 630: The manager requested an urgent software update. This made the IT team work overtime.

A.  The manager made the IT team work overtime by requesting an urgent software update.

B.  The IT team had to work overtime because the manager requested an urgent software update.

C.  The manager’s request for an urgent software update caused the IT team to work overtime.

D.  The manager had the IT team work overtime for an urgent software update.

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.

Blue-Collar vs White-Collar Jobs: An Overview

A term, which some consider disapproving, that is variously used to describe working class people (631) _____as tradesmen or those who perform any form of manual labour. Most ‘blue collar jobs’ typically have a high (632) _____ of physical exertion or physical work, as opposed to ‘white collar jobs,’ which are mostly office-based. Blue-collar workers may be paid by the hour or by the project, or – for more experienced workers or for long-term projects – may be salaried.

(633) _____ came about because workers in offices were likely to wear suits and therefore white shirts, blue-collar workers are so-called because they often wear heavy-duty overalls due to the nature of their work, and these are often coloured blue to minimise the appearance of stains.

The term blue-collar worker does not automatically suggest low-pay. Many blue-colour jobs require extremely skilled labour and are therefore well-paid. At the same time, while white-collar jobs are typically (634) _____ with being high-paid, there are now many lower-paid jobs in the white-collar sector, such as interns, assistants and executives which are often entry-level.

According to an article on Slate.com, the term was first used in an Alden, Iowa newspaper called the Times in 1924: “If we may call (635) _____ white collar jobs, we may call the trades blue collar jobs.”

Trả lời cho các câu 631, 632, 633, 634, 635 dưới đây:

Câu 631:

A.  employing

B.  employment

C.  employed

D.  employer

Câu 632 (VD): 

A.  degree

B.  status

C.  placement

D.  background

Câu 633: 

A.  People who work outside

B.  Many intellectual workers

C.  Companies with offices

D.  While the term white-collar

Đáp án cần chọn là: D

Câu 634:

A.  longing

B.  associated

C.  accompanying

D.  related

Câu 635:

A.  components and vacancies

B.  employers and labors

C.  professions and office positions

D.  human resources

Read about the Earth's tectonic plates, then answer the questions about the text, choosing either A, B, or C as the best answer for each of the questions.

As the US-China tariff tensions continue to escalate, a surprising new narrative is gaining traction not through official press conferences, but via viral TikTok and Instagram videos. Chinese factory workers and business owners have taken to the app to share behind-the-scenes glimpses into the world of luxury fashion manufacturing, claiming that many iconic high-end brands aren’t as European as they seem.

One widely circulated video posted by @senbags2 has garnered millions of views. In the clip, a man reveals that around 80% of luxury handbags are actually produced in China, even when the label says otherwise? For over three decades, we’ve been the OEM [original equipment manufacturer] behind some of the biggest names – Gucci, Prada, Louis Vuitton,” he says. “But while we were the ones crafting these bags with precision, the profits were pocketed elsewhere. What I’m genuinely proud of is our quality, our skilled labour force, and our fully integrated supply chain.

He goes on to address the changing geopolitical climate: “With Western nations attempting to cut ties with Chinese manufacturing, some brands tried relocating production. But they quickly realised that factories outside China couldn’t match our standards. Costs were higher, efficiency was lower, and infrastructure just wasn’t there. That’s why most luxury brands continue to rely on us, even if they don’t say it out loud. So why not buy directly from us?

This claim has sparked renewed debate about transparency in luxury fashion, especially as customers continue to pay premium prices for goods they believe are hand-crafted in heritage ateliers across France and Italy. According to a 2023 Statista report, there are between 200 to 250 brands globally that fall under the “luxury” label. Of these, 70 to 100 are considered top-tier, enjoying elite status and commanding sky-high prices.

Traditionally, these brands promote their European roots, emphasising artisanal craftsmanship and heritage. Their official statements often list production hubs in Western Europe. Here’s a look at where some of the most renowned names in fashion say their bags are made: Hermès – France, Chanel – France, Louis Vuitton – France, Gucci – Italy, Prada – Italy, Dior – France. While these brands maintain their European mystique, the online revelations suggest that at least some production may be outsourced to Chinese factories operating quietly behind the scenes. These manufacturers often work under non-disclosure agreements, preventing them from openly naming the brands they produce for.

Trả lời cho các câu 636, 637, 638, 369, 640 dưới đây:

Câu 636: The phrase “tariff tensions” means ____.

A.  price strain

B.  military conflict

C.  silent treatment

D.  trade embargo

Câu 637: The word “he” in the second paragraph refere to ____.

A.  a clip

B.  the man

C.  China

D.  the label

Câu 638: The author mentions all of the following as concerns of OEM EXCEPT ____.

A.  being unable to publicly disclose the brands they produce for

B.  not receiving fair profits compared to the brands

C.  lack of skilled labor in their factories

D.  geopolitical pressures pushing brands to relocate production

Câu 639: According to the passage, what is one reason some luxury brands abandoned their attempts to relocate production outside China?

A.  Customers demanded that production remain in China.

B.  Factories outside China lacked the necessary infrastructure.

C.  Chinese factories refused to release production rights.

D.  Western governments blocked relocation efforts.

Câu 640: Which of the following would the author most likely support?

A.  Chinese factories should stop producing for Western luxury brands and focus on domestic markets.

B.  Consumers should stop purchasing luxury goods altogether to avoid being misled.

C.  Western luxury brands should shift all their production back to Europe to maintain authenticity.

D.  Luxury brands should be more transparent about where their products are actually manufactured.

 Reading comprehension 2: 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.

A restaurant review

It had been almost two decades since I last sampled Ethiopian cuisine and had great expectations of having my taste buds reawakened by the sensation of sour pancake and delicately spiced meat. Arriving at the Kokeb restaurant was somewhat of a let-down; the interior was drab with plastic tables and token African artefacts. We were also the only diners there. It was a far cry from the vibrant, raucous atmosphere I remembered.

We were welcomed by Bibe, the charming proprietor who asked where we had come from and seemed intrigued as to why we had travelled cross-country to dine in her restaurant. She guided us through the menu which was not over-extensive – a good sign in my eyes, as a fat menu is rarely a sign of quality food. Bibe patiently explained the different dishes – she wasn’t rushed off her feet - and suggested what she would recommend to those unaccustomed to east African flavours. What the locale lacked in vibrancy, she certainly made up for in affability.

What can I say – the food more than lived up to my high expectations. We ate succulent meat chunks, spinach and lentils, steeped in a sauce delicately laced with cardamom, all laid on a bed of injera, a huge fizzy soda pancake, which soaked up the juices and tasted heavenly.

Why then, was the Kokeb not thriving on a Friday night in October? It is hardly tucked away. It’s in a densely populated and multicultural area. The prices, although not cheap, were far from extortionate, and unlikely to be outside the budget of those living in this busy London borough. Perhaps it falls short by not being in a more salubrious area where bohemian types keen to thrill their taste buds with innovative flavours will happen upon it and say, ‘Why not?’ Let’s hope that reviews such as this one will help to get Kokeb out of the sticks and onto the foodies’ map.

Trả lời cho các câu 641, 642, 643, 644, 645 dưới đây:

Câu 641: In paragraph 1, “Arriving at the Kokeb restaurant was somewhat of a let-down ", suggests that ____.

A.  He regretted travelling such a long distance to the restaurant

B.  The writer felt disappointed by the appearance and atmosphere of the restaurant

C.  It was dissatisfied with the service provided by the restaurant staff

D.  He expected the restaurant to serve poor-quality food.

Câu 642: Which of the following is a feature of the restaurant?

A.  a friendly owner

B.  attractive décor

C.  low prices

D.  a wide variety of dishes

Câu 643: What is the main focus of the second paragraph?

A.  The reasons why Ethiopian cuisine is unpopular in London

B.  The friendly service and helpful menu guidance at the restaurant

C.  The variety of dishes offered by the restaurant

D.  The author’s disappointment with the restaurant’s interior.

Câu 644: Which of the following is NOT true according to the text?

A.  The author enjoyed the taste of the dishes served.

B.  The restaurant is located in a busy and multicultural area.

C.  The restaurant owner took time to explain the dishes on the menu..

D.  The restaurant had an energetic, crowded atmosphere during the visit.

Câu 645: Which of the following best describes the author's opinion about the restaurant's menu?

A.  It was too limited to offer enough variety for customers.

B.  It lacked authentic Ethiopian dishes that the author had expected.

C.  Its simplicity suggested that the food quality might be high.

D.  It focused mainly on dishes catered to Western tastes.

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: Sara lives in a large city on the East Coast. Her younger cousin Marlee lives in the Mid-west in a small town with fewer than 1,000 residents. Marlee has visited Sara several times during the past five years. In the same period of time, Sara has visited Marlee only once.

A.  Marlee likes Sara better than Sara likes Marlee.

B.  Sara thinks small towns are boring.

C.  Sara is older than Marlee.

D.  Marlee wants to move to the East Coast.

Câu 647: Statements: No women teacher can play. Some women teachers are athletes.

Conclusions:

I. Male athletes can play.

II. Some athletes can play.

A.  Only conclusion II follows.

B.  Either I or II follows.

C.  Neither I nor II follows.

D.  Both I and II follow.

Câu 648: Select the alternative which represents three out of the five alternative figures which when fitted into each other would form a complete square.

A.  124

B.  345

C.  123

D.  135

Câu 649: A cylindrical water tank has a diameter of 4 meters and a height of 3 meters. The tank is filled with water to 80% of its full capacity. What is the volume of water currently in the tank? (Use π ≈ 3.14)

A.  30.14 m³

B.  37.70 m³

C.  40.19 m³

D.  75.36 m³

Câu 650: If ‘A&B’ means A is father of B, ‘A*B’ means A is brother of B, ‘A$B’ means A is mother of B

then which of the following is correct about K$T&M?

A.  M is brother of T

B.  T is son of K

C.  M is father of T

D.  K is mother of M