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MIDTERM TEST (SEMESTER 1)

LISTENING
I. Listen to an interview with Peter and Maria about healthy habits and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate
the best answer to each of the following questions. You will listen TWICE.
1. What are Peter's top tips for staying physically healthy?
A. Music and enough sleep. B. Healthy lunches and water.
C. Healthy lunches and enough sleep. D. Water and enough sleep.
2. Who has helped Maria find her own ways to balance her music practice and sleep?
A. Her parents. B. Her teacher. C. No one. D. Her best friend.
3. How many ways does Maria mention to balance her love of music with getting enough sleep?
A. Four. B. Three. C. Two. D. One.
4. What does Peter advise teenagers to do?
A. Find healthy food and activities they enjoy. B. Find any experimental food and activities to join.
C. Experiment with small changes every day. D. Experiment with healthy food and activities.
5. Which of the following is NOT Maria’s advice?
A. Hide stress. B. Eat healthy food. C. Deal with stress. D. Sleep well.
II. Listen to a podcast about Viet Nam, and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the best answer to each of the
following questions. You will listen TWICE.
1. What is the main theme of the podcast?
A. The special local cuisine of different cities in Viet Nam.
B. The unique characteristics and attractions of major cities in Viet Nam.
C. The important economic development of Viet Nam in the last decade.
D. The historical and cultural significance of all Vietnamese cities.
2. What is Ha Noi known for?
A. Modern Vietnamese cuisine. B. Beautiful beaches and relaxed atmosphere.
C. Skyscrapers and modern shopping malls. D. Rich history, ancient temples, and architecture.
3. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a characteristic feature of Ho Chi Minh City?
A. Shopping malls. B. Lively nightlife. C. Natural beauty. D. Skyscrapers.
4. Why is the Dragon Bridge in Da Nang famous?
A. Because it is a tourist attraction. B. Because it gives fire performances.
C. Because it looks like a dragon. D. Because it is the place to display fireworks.
5. What do all the major cities in Viet Nam share in common?
A. They all have a relaxed and welcome atmosphere.
B. They all have UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
C. They all share Vietnamese culture and hospitality.
D. They all have significant industrial centres and technologies.
LANGUAGE
I. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the
others.
1. A. attraction B. handicraft C. establish D. artisan
2. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in
each of the following questions.
A. carries B. processes C. prepares D. preserves

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II. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary
stress in each of the following questions.
1. A. workshop B. suburb C. delight D. helpline
2. A. attractive B. terrible C. remember D. congestion
III. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
1. A number of students have difficulty ______ pressure and expectations from their parents.
A. putting on B. carrying out C. passing down D. dealing with
2. The ______ area of the city is known for its bustling streets, skyscrapers, and vibrant nightlife.
A. suburban B. restricted C. rural D. downtown
3. When visiting Da Nang, tourists love to taste the local ______ such as fresh seafood, Quang noodles, pork wrapped in
rice paper, etc.
A. handkerchiefs B. markets C. specialities D. activities
4. Tourists are frequently overwhelmed by the huge concrete ______, where towering buildings dominate the skyline and
streets are always busy.
A. path B. jungle C. urban D. town
5. Tim had no idea ______ to share his good news with first.
A. when B. how C. who D. where
6. Could you decide ______ to join the workshop to experience the crafts in traditional craft villages?
A. where B. what C. when D. who
7. If you maintain a positive attitude, you ______ cope better with difficult situations.
A. would B. will C. should D. must
8. The ______ people use public transportation, the ______ crowded the streets become.
A. more - fewer B. more - less C. many - less D. many - fewer
9. To improve his health, he decided to ______ sugary snacks and soda.
A. run out of B. turn on C. look after D. cut down on
IV. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each
of the following questions.
1. Although things in the city are pricey, a lot of people choose to live there for better job opportunities.
A. expensive B. cheap C. affordable D. reasonable
2. It's important to take care of your health by eating well and exercising regularly.
A. look at B. look after C. look for D. look around
V. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each
of the following questions.
1. Artisans in Bat Trang Village are trying to preserve traditional skills of making pottery.
A. protect B. collect C. destroy D. remind
2. We got distracted by the loud noise from the schoolyard.
A. positive B. focused C. upset D. exhausted
VI. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following
questions.
1. If you are tired of the noise and crowds of city life, you will try a weekend getaway to the countryside.
A. are B. will C. getaway D. of
2. She is wondering where to travelling next year, although she’s interested in visiting Asia for its rich culture and
history.
A. to travelling B. although C. interested D. for
3. Let’s go outside and look over the village.
A. go B. over C. Let's D. and
VII. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the sentence that best completes each of the following exchanges.
1. Tim: I missed the previous lesson. Do you mind lending me your notebook?
Anna: ______
A. You’re welcome. B. Thanks for asking. C. Go ahead. D. Not at all.

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2. Mark: Can you help me carry these books to the library?
Anna: ______
A. Sure, I'd be happy to help. B. No, I don’t know.
C. Thank you. D. Where do you go?
READING
I. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits
each of the numbered blanks.
The world is full of lively cities, and each offers a unique blend of culture, infrastructure, and opportunities.
However, some cities (1) ______ for their exceptional liveability.
Vienna, the capital city of Austria, consistently ranks as the most liveable city in the world. It boasts excellent
education, health services, and a rich culture.
Copenhagen, the capital city of Denmark, is considered one of the best places to live in the world. It is known
(2) ______ its high quality of life, sustainable practices, and beautiful architecture.
Melbourne and Sydney, two Australian cities, are famous for their high living standards, excellent education
systems, and wonderful places for (3) ______.
Vancouver, Canada, is praised for its stunning natural beauty, clean environment, and a rich culture. Zürich,
Switzerland, offers a high standard of living, excellent services, and a strong (4) ______.
These cities, while diverse in culture and geography, (5) ______ common traits that make them highly liveable.
They offer a balance of economic prosperity, cultural richness, safety, and a high quality of life. However,
what makes a city “liveable” can vary greatly depending on personal preferences and needs.
(Adapted from: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki)
1. A. look out B. find out C. go out D. stand out
2. A. of B. by C. about D. for
3. A. facility B. stress C. pollution D. entertainment
4. A. economical B. economically C. economic D. economy
5. A. give B. share C. do D. get
II. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the
following questions.
Many of today’s teenagers deal with high stress and pressure every day, and teens who lack the basic
skills to deal with stress in healthy ways have a higher likelihood of acting out and disengaging in the
classroom. Teenagers with high emotional intelligence have brighter outlooks and attitudes, and
experience lower levels of anxiety, mood swings, and depression.
Additionally, instructors with well-developed levels of emotional intelligence can help identify issues that
a teenager might be experiencing, such as troubles at home, and assist them with finding solutions instead
of labelling them as “lazy” and allowing them to fall behind.
When teachers and instructors can empathise with teens they create a safe space for young people whose
emotions and experiences have value, and where they can begin to develop their own EI as a result.
The most important lesson when teaching teens to develop their Emotional Intelligence is showing them
how to resolve conflicts in healthy ways. Not only will these skills be an asset in future interpersonal
relationships, but they can also dramatically impact their chances for success and happiness in the
workplace.
1. What is the main idea of the passage?
A. Emotional intelligence helps teenagers in their future jobs and happiness.
B. Teaching emotional intelligence helps teenagers manage stress and succeed.
C. Teachers show dramatical impact on students’ emotional intelligence
D. Teenagers with high emotional intelligence have less stress.
2. According to the passage, which of the following statements is NOT TRUE?
A. Teenagers with high emotional intelligence often experience lower levels of anxiety and depression.
B. Instructors with well-developed levels of emotional intelligence tend to label teenagers as "lazy".
C. Developing emotional intelligence can help teenagers resolve conflicts in a healthy way.
D. Teachers and instructors play a crucial role in creating a safe space for teenagers to develop their emotional
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3. What can be inferred from the passage as one of the benefits of teenagers having high emotional intelligence?
A. They experience higher levels of anxiety and depression.
B. They are less likely to act out in the classroom.
C. They tend to have more troubles at home.
D. They often struggle to find solutions to their problems.
4. According to the passage, what is one way instructors with well-developed emotional intelligence can help teenagers?
A. By labelling them as "lazy" and disengaged.
B. By ignoring their problems and allowing them to fall behind.
C. By creating more stress and pressure in the classroom.
D. By assisting them in finding solutions to their issues.
5. According to the passage, the word "they" in the last paragraph refers to whom?
A. instructors B. teenagers C. teachers D. students
WRITING
I. Reorder the words and phrases to make complete sentences.
1. local festivals. to The tourists more out find wanted about the

2. to artisans Mr. Smith asked where fabrics buy the the local the village. in

best traditional

3. what to preserving uncertain about methods They pottery techniques. were

the traditional use for

4. making the next. from one down The handed pottery are generation to

traditions of

II. For each question, complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the first. Use the word / phrase in
brackets and do not change it. Write NO MORE THAN FIVE WORDS.
1. The old photograph made him think of his childhood in the countryside. (BROUGHT)
The old photograph his childhood in the countryside.
2. We should leave now, or we will be late for the opening. (IF)
now, we will be late for the opening.
3. Tina said “Where should we spend our summer vacation, Nga?”
Tina asked Nga their summer vacation.
4. In our village, it is a tradition for artisans to give their skills to the eldest children. (HAND)
→ It's customary for the artisans in my village to their eldest children.