THI TỐT NGHIỆP QUỐC GIA
TEST 7
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. yoga B. expectancy C. dramatic D. massage
2. A. vision B. boost C. cholesterol D. support
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. confusion B. pollution C. influence D. removal
4. A. renewable B. influential C. advantageous D. beneficial

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. It was suggested that Tom studied the material more
A
B
thoroughly before attempting to pass the exam.
C
D
6. Despite the roadblock, the police allowed us to enter the
A
B
restriction area to search for our Friends.
C
D
7. When we arrived at the shop to buy the dishes advertise
A
B
C
in the newspaper, we learned that all of them had been
sold.
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. I ________ eagerly to go to Yellowstone, but my brother got sick
three days before the departure.
A. have been planning B. had been planning
C. have planned D. was planned
9. I shouldn't ________ so much coffee last night. I was wide awake till
four in the morning.
A. drink B. have drunk C. have drank D. be drunk
10. The millionaire is advertising for someone to care ________ his
baby daughter. He wants someone ________ whom he can rely.
A. for - on B. about - on C. of - in D. to - with

11. We are considering having ________ for the coming
New Year.
A. redecorated our flat B. to redecorate our flat
C. our flat to be redecorated D. our flat redecorated
12. ________ variety of flowers in the show, from simple
carnations to the most exquisite roses.
A. A wide B. Was there C. Many D. There was a wide
13. Children love playing in the mud, ________ .
A. running through paddles, and they get very dirty
B. running through paddles, and getting very dirty
C. running through paddles, and get very dirty
D. run through paddles, and get very dirty

14. “These tablets are really________. My headache is
much better now.”
A. affective B. effective C. efficient D. affected
15. Unless you have ________ that Robert broke into your
flat, we cannot continue with your complaint against him.
A. proof B. sense C. choice D. attention
16. “Let's go to the cinema.” - “Which ________ film did
you have in mind?”
A. single B. individual C. particular D. unique
17. We have about thirty guests a day in our restaurant
________ the average.
A. on B. for C. in D. at

18. Although I spent only two months learning Chinese, I could
________ when I was there last summer.
A. get over B. get through C. get up D. get by
19. It is not fair to put somebody ________ in front of their friends.
A. out B. up C. through D. down
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. Anne: “Thanks for the nice gift!” John: “________”
A. In fact. I myself don't like it.
B. You're welcomed.
C. I'm glad you like it.
D. But do you know how much it costs?

21. Cashier: “All right. Keep your receipt. If something comes
up, you can show it to us and you can get a refund.” John:
“________”
A. OK, I won't use it. B. Thanks. I'll put it in a safe place.
C. You're welcome. See you. D. Thank you. I'll keep it for
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. The washing machine I have just bought is very simple to
use.
A. boring B. interesting C. easy D. difficult
23. In most countries, compulsory military service does not
apply to women.
A. superior B. obligatory C. beneficial D. constructive

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 road was partially blocked by a fallen tree.
A. haphazardly B. nervously C. entirely D. nearly
25. The President was concerned about the increasing
unemployment in the country.
A. passionate B. ready C. stolen D. indifferent

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. Our family lived in a small village throughout our childhood.
A. Our parents thought we'd better live in a small village throughout
our childhood.
B. We used to spend years living in a small village when we were
young.
C. Our family never had intention of leaving when we were children.
D. Our family are used to living in a small village and we are, too.
27. Tom emphasized the importance of being thoughtful toward one
another.
A. Tom said that people should not talk too much.
B. Tom said that people should not be too serious.
C. Tom said that people should consider the feelings of others.
D. Tom said that people should discuss intellectual topics.

28. My professor will retire next month after teaching chemistry for
twenty years.
A. Twenty years after teaching chemistry, my professor will retire next
month.
B. After my professor has finished teaching chemistry for twenty
years, she will retire.
C. Having taught chemistry for twenty years, my professor will retire
next month.
D. It will be twenty years next month since my professor retired.
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. I spent one hour________.
A. trying to find the answer to the question
B. to try to find the answer to the question
C. trying to find the answer with the question
D. to try to find the answer with the question

30. Modern women now work outside the home________.
A. because they want to be economically independent
B. in spite of their economical independence
C. although they are economically independent
D. so that they are economically dependent
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.
Advertising
We are being bombarded with advertisements all the time and a lot
of them are targeted at young people.
Smaller children, (31) _________ spending their own pocket money,
can also influence what their parents buy, so many TV ads are created
with kids (32) _________________.

For example, adverts for drinks feature cartoon animals. Then, as twoyear-olds are being pushed around the shop by their parents in a
trolley, they (33) _________ the drink from the advert and ask the
adults to buy it.
As children grow older, some products are marketed to them as 'musthave' items, (34) _________ that children won't be liked by their
friends if they don't get them. Teenagers are incredibly (35) _________
of adverts, so products aimed at them have to be advertised much
more cleverly. For example, advertisers give away stickers which direct
teens to a website with more information about the product.
31. A. along with B. apart from C. considering D. except
32. A. at present B. from memory C. by heart D. in mind
33. A. recognise B. realise C. understand D. impress
34. A. imply B. implied C. implying D. that imply
35. A. pleased B. critical C. informal D. pleasant

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.
Drawing a Line in the Sand
Artists are known to be a picky bunch. Over years of practice, they often
develop a preference for certain materials. For instance, some sculptors
will only work with marble, whereas some painters may insist on only
using watercolour paints. Yet, only a select few have become masters
working with a common material that you can find on any beach: sand.
As children, we all made sand castles, but some skilled artists have taken
this activity to the next level. They have created impressive, massive
sand constructions in the shape of dragons, castles, and everything else
you can imagine. A major benefit for many artists who build with
sand is its simplicity. To get started, all you need is sand and water.
However, mastering this medium takes years of practice and great
attention to detail. For example, different tasks require
different ratio of water to sand to get the job done. Deciding on the
proper tools can also be complicated. Some artists prefer using buckets

and shovels, while others are purists who refuse to use
anything but their hands. Sand painting is another form of
sand art. The practice dates back dozens of thousands of
years and has been used by several different cultures. It
involves spreading different coloured particles, which often
come from crystals and rocks, onto a surface and then
arranging them to make a picture. Interestingly enough, many
sand paintings are designed to be temporary.
Tibetan monks will spend days creating beautiful sand
paintings which are blown away by winds shortly after they
are finished. They view the natural destruction of their work
as a symbol of impermanence in life. Meanwhile, Native
Americans consider their temporary sand paintings as living
creatures and they treat them with great respect while they
exist.

Recently, filmmakers have also discovered a way to work
with sand by creating sand animation. Like other forms of
animation, an artist will create one image and then capture
it on camera. Then, they will make some subtle changes and
then move on to the next frame and so on. After they have
created and captured hundreds of images, the frames will
be strung together. In the final product, it will appear as if
the sand images are moving or changing shape.
The next time you are at the beach, let your mind run free
as you look at the shore. Who knows, you might get the
urge to create some remarkable sand art of your own.
36. What is the tone of the passage?
A. Humourous B. Educational C. Disrespectful D. Reflective

37. What does the passage say about artists in the first
paragraph?
A. They are highly reasonable people.
B. They prefer to do things in their own way.
C. They are quite flexible when it comes to their work.
D. They usually all request to work with sand.
38. What best describes the art of building with sand?
A. It shouldn't be attempted by beginners.
B. It is hard at first but people can master it quickly.
C. Anyone can try it but it takes a lot of work to be an expert.
D. Only artists who are good at other art forms should try it.
39. The word “them” in paragraph 3 refers to________.
A. crystals B. particles C. artists D. paintings

40. The term “impermanence” considered by Tibetan monks is based
on the idea that________.
A. it takes a short period of time for nature to destroy anything humans
have done for a long time
B. sand is not the suitable material to build lasting buildings in the world
C. the time that Tibetan monks spend creating beautiful sand building is
rather short compared to their time dedicated to the Buddhist
D. the natural destruction only happens in a short period of time and
we often ignore it
41. According to the passage, most sand paintings________.
A. are supposed to last forever
B. are found in fancy museums
C. are made within a matter of minutes
D. will only last for a short period of time
42. What would be another good article for the passage?
A. Painting with Sand B. Sand in the Film World
C. Sand Becomes High Art D. Buildings Made of Sand

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.
Cities Get Clean by Going Green
When people hear the word “city”, they usually imagine concrete,
neon signs, and lots of air pollution. Thanks to some clever and
concerned architects, this image is starting to change. The
concept of green cities aims to bring some beauty from rural
environments into urban areas. It is not only about looking better
though. Green cities are also trying to improve the efficiency of
cities and raise the standard of living for people who stay in them.
The term “green cities” refers to cities where builders take into account
several environmental factors before that city is constructed or
redesigned. For starters, green cities are designed to be more
physically appealing than traditional cities from the past. In addition,
the mobility of citizens should be considered, so public transportation
can be more convenient and travel time to work can be reduced.
Energy sources should also be evaluated with the goal of minimizing air
pollution.

When it comes to going green, the city of Barcelona is far
ahead of its time. Since 1859, its designers have consciously
tried to create sustainable urban designs. Then in 1992, the
city received a well-deserved makeover before hosting the
Olympic Games. In recent years, Barcelona has upgraded its
transportation system. This has reduced air pollution as
more and more workers are using public transportation
instead of their own vehicles. Barcelona also boasts one of
the best recycling programmes in the world. Visitors will find
clear, colour-coded trash bins throughout the city where
they can put all of their materials.

It is no secret in Portland, Oregon is one of the greenest cities in the
US. Since 1903, it has been an example of what American cities can
accomplish with careful planning. Instead of filling its area with office
buildings, Portland has plenty of green space for activities. There are
119 kilometres of running, hiking, and bike trails that allow citizens to
experience the great outdoors. The city also offers residents creative
energy plans that give them the opportunity to pay a bit extra for
clean energy sources. For about $3 to $9 extra each month,
homeowners can choose solar or wind power and help the
environment.
These are only a small sampling of the green cities around the world.
As more people experience the pleasure of visiting green cities, it
seems certain that the trend of urban areas going green will continue
far into the future.

43. Which of the following is NOT a goal that a green city
builder would have?
A. Making the city look natural
B. Keeping the air nice and green
C. Painting every building green
D. Helping citizens feel more comfortable
44. All of the following are true about Barcelona EXCEPT
that________.
A. visitors can put all the trash in one colourful trash bin
B. more people have used public transportation
C. air pollution has been reduced
D. it is said by some to have one of the best recycling
programmes in the world

45. What does the term “mobility” in paragraph 2 mean?
A. How much money tourists spend B. The opinions of people
C. How visitors move around D. The feelings visitors have
46. The word “they” in paragraph 3 refers to________.
A. some dustbins in the city B. those who run the city
C. people who collect dustbins D. people who want to throw out trash
47. Green cities bring all of the following benefits EXCEPT________.
A. to bring natural beauty into urban areas
B. to raise the efficiency of concrete buildings
C. to raise the living standards for urban citizens
D. to make green cities look much better than the old ones

48. When constructing or redesigning green cities, we try________.
A. to use eco-friendly sources of energy
B. to make energy sources more appealing
C. to make transportation more convenient
D. to reduce the cost of solutions to the problem of air pollution
49. Which of the following people would most enjoy living in Portland?
A. Someone who likes to work in tall buildings
B. Someone who doesn't mind air pollution
C. Someone who want cheap energy solutions
D. Someone who enjoys exercising outside
50. How does the author seem to feel about the future of green cities?
A. Green cities are too expensive to build in most countries.
B. Few people have interest in living in a green city.
C. The best green cities in the world are in North America.
D. We should continue to see more green cities being built each year.

Good luck!