THI TỐT NGHIỆP QUỐC GIA
TEST 5
TRƯƠNG VĂN ÁNH
TRƯỜNG ĐẠI HỌC SÀI GÒN

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.
1. A. prioritise B. privacy C. determined D. strive
2. A. chooses B. increases C. releases D. practices
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.
3. A. reception B. arrival C. prestigious D. literal
4. A. experience B. hurricane C. volcano D. material

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.
5. In spite of Jeans feared heights, she decided to fly with a group of her
A
B
C
classmates to the Bahamas during the spring holiday.
D
6. Peter did his assignment and got his sister writes his report for him
A
B
C
because his right hand was in plaster.
D
7. Mai said that she knew how the procedures for doing the
A
experiment, but when we began to work in the laboratory, she found
B
that she was mistaken.
C

D

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to
indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions.
8. “ ________ TV for the last four hours? Turn it off and get
some exercise.”
A. Do you watch B. Are you watching
C. Did you watch D. Have you been watching
9. The car collided ________ a van before crashing
________ the wall.
A. with - into B. to – with C. on – into D. at - ∅
10. “Is he a good student?” - “Yes, he speaks English
________ of all.”
A. as fluently B. the most fluently
C. more fluently D. fluently the most

11. ________ many times I read my essays before handing
them in to the teacher, she always finds spelling mistakes in
them.
A. Much as B. However C. No matter D. More than
12. ________ that many hospitals wanted his service.
A. He was so good a doctor B. He was a such good doctor
C. He was so good doctor D. He was such a doctor good
13. The fire ________ to have started in the furnace under
the house.
A. is believed B. that is believed
C. they believe D. that they believe
14. “These tablets are really________. My headache is
much better now.”
A. affective B. effective C. efficient D. affected

15. Loss of ________ and hunting are the reasons why that
species is threatened.
A. habitat B. home C. house D. life
16. It is ________ of this kind of work to take a lot of time.
A. usual B. characteristic C. average D. regular
17. There were some rainy days, but it was a nice holiday ….
A. by no means B. in general C. by all means D. in particular
18. The woman looked ________ the photos carefully to
identify the pickpocket, but there were so many that it was
soon hard to distinguish one ________ another.
A. at — of B. in - onto C. for — with D. over — from
19. I can't speak French very well, but I always manage to
get ________ with a dictionary and a few gestures.
A. by B. over C. across D. through

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.
20. A: “I'd like to change some money.” B: “_______”
A. Five tens, please. B. Which currency?
C. You haven't signed it. D. What's your account
number?
21. Anne: “Make yourself at home.” John:
“________”
A. Not at all. Don't mention it. B. Yes. Can I help you?
C. That's very kind. Thank you. D. Thanks! Same to
you.

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.
22. Setting off on an expedition without thorough
preparation and with inadequate equipment is tempting
fate.
A. taking a risk B. losing heart
C. having panic D. going round in circles
23. Peter didn't mean to be disrespectful to his teacher. He
just couldn't control his temper.
A. showing lack of trust B. showing nervousness
C. showing impolite behaviour D. showing lack of attention

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.
24. The story told by the teacher amused children in the
class.
A. astonished B. frightened
C. jolted
D. saddened
25. The clubs meet on the last Thursday of every month in a
dilapidated palace.
A. neglected B. regenerated
C. furnished D. renovated

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.
26. Because I hadn't heard the weather forecast, I was surprised to see
the heavy rain.
A. Not having heard the weather forecast, I was surprised by the heavy
rain.
B. The heavy rain caused me surprising because I hadn't heard the
weather forecast.
C. It was raining heavily, so I was surprised by the weather.
D. The weather forecast prevented me from knowing about the heavy
rain.
27. Ann's parents said to her, “You are too young to get married.”
A. Ann's parents said that she can't get married at quite a young age.
B. Ann's parents stopped her from getting married at quite a young
age.
C. Ann's parents said that she is so young that she can't get married.
D. Ann's parents advised her to get married.

28. They travelled across China and then flew on to Japan.
A. Before travelling across China, they flew on to Japan.
B. After they had travelled across China, they flew on to Japan.
C. As soon as they flew on to Japan, they travelled across China.
D. They travelled across China as soon as they flew on to Japan.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best
answer to complete each of the following sentences.
29. They would have paid you more________.
A. if they were told of its value B. unless they had told of its value
C. would they be told of its value D. had they been told of its value
30. Most people think that volunteer work should________.
A. encourage more in our communities
B. be encouraged more in our communities
C. be more encouraged in our communities
D. more encouraged in our communities

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 31
to 35.
Benefits of Laughter Yoga
Laughing is good for the body and the mind. When we
laugh we breathe more oxygen into our body, (31)
_________ helps to keep us healthy. Endorphins, or happy
chemicals, are released in the body, and you feel more
relaxed and happy. Laughter also brings people together
to (32) _________ some fun.
Companies who have run laughter yoga workshops find that
they have advantages for both employers and employees.

People who are happy at work are more hard-working and
(33) _________ more money for the company. Also, people
who can laugh together (34) _________ more successfully.
In general, people do better at work when they feel happy
and relaxed.
A Danish company who used Laughter Yoga for a year
reported an increase (35) _________ sales of 40 percent
over the previous year. Following Laughter Yoga session, a
Hawaiian timeshare company reported the highest sales of
the year - double their target figures.
31. A. what B. that C. which D. how
32. A. divide B. give C. offer D. share
33. A. make B. earn C. provide D. take
34. A. work B. earn C. communicate D. promote
35. A. on B. in C. at D. through

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 36 to
42.
Durable Ceramic Beauty
Inside an art and craft workshop, a young woman
sits in front of a pottery wheel. The machine
contains a large lump of clay which she molds into
the shape of an elaborate bowl. Later, when she is
satisfied with its appearance, it will be baked in an
oven until it solidifies. Then she adds decorative
paints to add some style. In the end, this ceramic pot
will be both a handy utility for eating as well as a
work of art.

Humans have been working with ceramics for about 30,000
years, making it one of the oldest industries on the planet.
In ancient times, ceramics enabled humans to make
containers to store food and drinks, as well as bricks for
buildings, but as time went on, people found other
uses for this prehistoric technology. Techniques were added
to give these products more eye-catching designs. Objects
were often coated with glaze, so they would be smoother
and more pleasant to touch. This helped to transform these
practical items into works of art. People would pay large
amounts of money for pieces of ceramic art and use them
to decorate their homes. In modern times, architects and
inventors discovered that ceramic offered the perfect
balance between beauty and durability, and started using it
in their products as well.

Ceramics have found a home in the world of automobiles as
they are used to produce several products.
They are often used to make brake discs, engines, and other
parts because ceramics are able to withstand extremely hot
temperatures. Ceramics also play a part in the world of
medicine, as their flexibility and strength are perfect for
creating sturdy dental implants. Other doctors are using
them to replace damaged bones because they are able to
bond with tissues in the body without causing adverse
reactions. In many kitchens today, you will also find ceramic
knives. Once they are produced, the hard edges of these
blades rarely need to be sharpened.
Unlike metal knives, they won't rust when exposed to
difficult conditions.

Ceramics also help to make it possible for humans to travel
into space. Space shuttles are designed with ceramic tiles
because they are one of the few materials that can stand the
extreme heat when reentering the Earth's atmosphere, plus
they don't wear out easily. With so many useful applications,
it is hard to deny that ceramic technology is out of this
world.
36. What does the first paragraph describe?
A. An artist working with ceramic
B. Someone using a ceramic product
C. The first person who discovered ceramics
D. Someone who sells ceramics for a living

37. What were ceramics used for at first?
A. They were an expensive form of art.
B. They were used to decorate homes.
C. They were mainly used by dentists.
D. They helped with basic things in life.
38. Why are ceramics useful when making dental products?
A. They can take high temperatures.
B. They are cheaper to produce than other items.
C. They do not get damage easily.
D. They are the same colour as teeth.
39. Which of the following best matches the meaning of the word
“adverse” in paragraph 3?
A. confusing B. negative C. temporary D. odd
40. The word “they” in the last paragraph 3 refers to________.
A. ceramics B. shuttles C. applications D. new technologies

41. What is a benefit of using a ceramic knife?
A. It cuts better than metal knives.
B. It isn't sharp so it won't hurt people.
C. It can also be used as a decoration.
D. It doesn't need to be repaired often.
42. Which of the following sentences best summarizes ceramic
products?
A. They are affordable. B. They are basic
C. They are versatile. D. They are overrated.
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 43 to 50.
Tantalizing
Teas
from
around
the
Globe
There are few things in life as refreshing as a cup of hot tea. However,
few people realize the wide variety of teas available. Here are some
more options to try the next time you are in the mood for a cup of
tea.

The most famous tea in the West is Earl Grey. Although it is classified
as a black tea, Earl Grey contains some citrus qualities as well. The tea
gets its name from a 19th century prime minister of England, Charles
Grey. According to the legend, Grey saved the life of a drowning
man in China. The man he rescued was reportedly a tea blender, so as
a reward he instructed Grey how to flavour black tea with a special
type of oil. Many tea historians doubt this tale and insist that the only
reason the tea is named after Grey is that he was a famous politician.
Another famous black tea is Assam tea. It comes from the mountains
of India and it is named after the region where it is produced. Assam
tea is known for its strong and bitter flavour. It is sometimes called the
breakfast tea, because it is an invigorating brew to enjoy in the
morning. Although Assam tea is cultivated in the East, it immediately
became a big hit once it was introduced to the West.

Some people enjoy drinking Assam tea straight, but others
feel it is best with a little bit of milk and sugar added. It has
been known to go perfectly with sweets as well as more
pungent foods like cheese. Chamomile tea has a light,
pleasant taste that some people have described as a mix
between flowers, herbs, and apples. Yet, it is the potent
health benefits of the tea that cause most people to buy it.
For starters, it is the best tea to have at the end of a long day
when you are looking to relax. In fact, it has been used as a
cure for insomnia for hundreds of years. In ancient times, it
was also used by the Romans, Greeks, and Egyptians to help
wounds heal faster. Chamomile has anti-inflammation
properties, so it can also help to clear up skin issues such as
allergies and acne as well.

So the next time you are sitting down for afternoon tea, be
sure to have a close look at the menu. You may even
discover a new variety that becomes your favourite.
43. What is the passage mainly about?
A. The most popular teas in Asia B. How several teas got
their names
C. Some rare teas that are hard to buy D. A few teas that are
quite different
44. How did Earl Grey tea get its name?
A. It was named after a former British leader.
B. It was named after a famous Chinese politician.
C. It was named for a popular English entertainer.
D. It was named after a man who almost drowned.

45. What is the third paragraph mainly about?
A. A tasty tea that must be taken straight.
B. Some desserts that go well with tea.
C. A bitter black tea that comes from Asia.
D. The most popular red tea made in India.
46. The word “he” in paragraph 2 refers to________.
A. a Chinese B. a prime minister C. Earl Grey D. a tea
blender
47. What best matches the word “invigorating” in
paragraph 3?
A. Something that wakes you up B. Something that makes
you sleepy
C. Something that cure illnesses D. Something that tastes
very bad

48. What is the best time to have a cup of chamomile tea?
A. When you need an energy boost
B. When you are starting to feel stressed out
C. If you are planning to stay up overnight
D. A few moments after you wake up
49. In addition to drinking chamomile tea, it is also useful when
________.
A. you are in the mood to enjoy a strong flavour tea
B. you want to get a nice suntan
C. you need to take more vitamins
D. you have accidently cut yourself
50. All of the following are the characteristics of chamomile tea
EXCEPT that ________ .
A. it has a light, pleasant flavour
B. it can stimulate you when you are tired
C. it is useful when you suffer from sleeplessness
D. it can keep the skin cleaner

Good luck!