ĐỀ CƯƠNG ÔN TẬP HỌC KỲ 1

Trường THPT Nguyễn Trãi, TP Đà Nẵng, 2024 - 2025

I. VOCABULARY: Ôn tập từ vựng các chủ điểm từ Unit 1 đến Unit 5

II. GRAMMAR: Ôn tập các điểm ngữ pháp từ Unit 1 đến Unit 5

III. SKILLS: Ôn tập các nội dung đã học từ Unit 1 đến Unit 5.

IV. PRACTICE:

PRACTICE 1

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.

1. She decided to ______ her free time to volunteering at the local food bank, helping those in need within her community.

A. devote        B. apply     C. address      D. concentrate

2. A number of festivals are annually organized to promote the cultural ________ among the youth between Viet Nam and the world. 

A. discussion     B. exchange     C. difference     D. identity

3. Traditional dances have regained more _______ among the younger generation.

A. information     B. knowledge   C. popularity    D. variety

4. It is important to _____ and value the contributions of different cultures.

A. affect    B. appreciate     C. work      D. talk

5. More and more rivers in the north of the city were _______ by substances released from the industrial zone.

A. decomposed      B. reused   C. thrown away   D. contaminated

6. In addition to farming methods, the increasing productivity is partly dependent upon the use of an appropriate amount of ______

A. compost      B. landfill     C. carbon     D. waste

7. It is found that higher temperatures go with bigger ______ rates.

A. modernising    B. individualism   C. industry    D. urbanization

8. Local residents expressed ______ about the increasing air pollution in the areas near the construction site.

A. concern     B. interest       C. duty      D. effect

9. A _____ job allows me to have a balanced work-life routine.

A. night-shift     B. challenging     C. nine-to-five     D. travelling

10. Some professionals often _______ business trips to meet clients or attend conferences. 

A. go for    B. go from    C. go on      D. go in

11. While I _______ for my final exams, my friends were busy planning a surprise party for me. 

A. had studied    B. was studying    C. would study   D. study

12. ________ UN Secretary-General declared that there is ______ climate emergency affecting the whole planet, calling it a "code red for ______ humanity".

A. The - Ø - a     B. Ø - a - Ø    C. The - a - Ø     D. The - a - the

13. The company apologized ______ the customers ______ the inconvenience caused by the temporary service disruption.

A. from - with    B. to - for    C. of - by     D. to - of

14. The teacher congratulated me ______ my excellent exam results. 

A. on      B. in    C. for      D. with

15. He forgot to set his alarm clock, ______ made him late for school.

A. that       B. who     C. which     D. whom

16. In recent decades, the government _______ progress in addressing the various forms of urban land use. 

A. makes     B. has made    C. made    D. has been made

17. When Mother Teresa _____ in Calcutta, she was deeply moved by the poverty and suffering she saw. 

A. was arriving     B. would arrive     C. arrived     D. had arrived

18. After the first inspiring workshop on Vietnamese history, _____ foreign scholars are now looking forward to the second one.

A. more and more    B. more and less    

C. fewer and fewer   D. less and less

19. The ______ people move to big cities for job opportunities, the _______ their competition level of the workforce is.

A. more - more    B. fewer - fewer   C. more - higher    D. more - less

20. She decided to learn English ______ she will have a better chance of finding a job with a multinational company.

A. although    B. while    C. if     D. so that

Choose the best arrangement of the utterances to make a meaningful exchange. 

21. a. Binh: Yes, I do. Everything is so convenient here. Public transport is very good.

b. Khoa: I agree. The services are really efficient.

c. Khoa: Do you like living in a big city?

d. Binh: Exactly! Going to a shopping centre where you can buy everything you need is also very convenient, and entertainment facilities are available everywhere.

A. a-b-c-d     B. b-c-a-d    C. c-a-b-d     D. d-c-a-b

22. a. Mark: Things are worse here than in the countryside. I wished I hadn't moved here.

b. Nick: That's right, but at least I don't have to sit in my car for hours in traffic jams and pay extra money for petrol.

c. Nick: I don't understand why more and more people are migrating to cities in search of a better life. Now, traffic becomes worse and worse.

d. Mark: Really? It'll take you more time to work by bus. And you have to get up early.

e. Nick: I hate to tell you, but I'm thinking of taking a bus to work.

A. d-a-c-b-e      B. c-a-e-d-b    C. a-b-e-c-d       D. e-b-c-a-d

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 from 1 to 5.

Living a Green Lifestyle

Living a green lifestyle is not just about (1) ______ resources but also about making thoughtful choices to create a sustainable future for the next generation. One of the most effective ways (2) ______ waste is to embrace the concept of "reduce, reuse, recycle." For example, instead of buying single-use plastic bottles, people can switch to reusable ones. Similarly, using cloth bags instead of plastic bags can help minimise waste. Another step is composting organic materials like food scraps and leaves, (3) ______ reduces the amount of trash sent to landfills.

Energy conservation plays a crucial role in green living. Using renewable energy sources, such as solar or wind power, can significantly lower greenhouse gas emissions. (4) ______, small actions like turning off lights when leaving a room, unplugging devices not in use, and choosing energy-efficient appliances can save electricity.

Planting more trees is another important action. Trees not only improve air quality but also help combat (5) ______ change by absorbing carbon dioxide. Green transportation options like walking, cycling, or using electric vehicles are also excellent ways to contribute to a cleaner environment.

1. A. saving     B. wasting    C. destroying     D. using

2. A. reduce     B. reduction      C. to reduce    D. reductive

3. A. which      B. that     C. when     D. who 

4. A. However     B. Nevertheless     C. By contrast      D. Additionally

5. A. natural      B. climate     C. weather    D. global 

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 1 to 5.

Are you happy with your present job? This is the question, the answer of which has great significance in your professional life. If you are happy with your job and even love it, then life becomes much easier and happier for you. After all, when we love a thing, we enjoy doing it. On the other hand, if you look at your job as a burden and as a necessity, then you can never attain professional satisfaction and happiness. 

Almost each of us works for money. However, money should not be the sole criterion for selecting a job. You should select a job which gives you inner satisfaction and happiness. You should respect your job and feel happy doing it as that is the marker of true professional success. Job satisfaction plays a great role in defining your efficiency and productivity. An employee who is satisfied and happy with his job will have higher productivity than an employee who looks at his job only as a means for monetary benefits. This is because job satisfaction provides a person with inner motivation and self-encouragement to give his best to his job. He will always try to scale new heights of success an attitude which is not only beneficial for the company, but also for his own professional success. A person who is satisfied with his job helps in creating a positive work environment. He always helps boost up the morale of his colleagues and helps in creating a harmonious relationship at work. After all, job satisfied employees are the ones who truly follow the concept of "work is worship". This is because, they believe in what they are doing and the belief and confidence provide them with the required zeal, passion and motivation to succeed in life.

1. The passage is about

A. the necessity of job satisfaction

B. the facts that job satisfaction requires

C. the concept of job satisfaction

D. job satisfaction and motivation

2. Which of the following is TRUE about job satisfaction?

A. One with job satisfaction is only beneficial for the company.

B. An employee who is happy with his job has the highest productivity. 

C. Being happy with your job helps your life become easier and happier. 

D. Money is much more important than job satisfaction. 

3. The word "it" in paragraph 2 refers to _______

A. money    B. satisfaction   C. happiness     D. job

4. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage? 

A. Job satisfaction encourages an employee to work better. 

B. Companies get benefits from employees who have got job satisfaction. 

C. There are employees who look for a job to earn money only. 

D. One only needs job satisfaction and salary is not important. 

5. The word "boost up" in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to ______ 

A. produce    B. raise    C. decrease    D. maintain

Rewrite the sentence so that it is closest in meaning to the original one or do as directed.

1. The urban population ratio rose steadily throughout the period.

(Rewrite the sentence, using rise)

→There was a ___________________ throughout the period.

2. When the selection is big, the customers are happy.

(Rewrite the sentence, using Double comparatives)

-> ______________________________

3. All the trains were on time. The snow was heavy. (Combine the pairs of sentences, using although) 

→ All the trains ____________________

4. Some families/ Viet Nam/ start/ use/ organic/ farming methods/ grow vegetables/ home. 

(Make a complete sentence)

-> ______________________________

PRACTICE 2

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.

1. Organic waste such as fruit and vegetables can ______ more quickly than other materials.

A. decrease      B. decompose    C. destroy     D. degrade

2. In 2018, the United Nations announced that Singapore was completely _____  as 100 per cent of its population is defined as urban.

A. urbanised     B. urbanite      C. urbanization      D. urban

3. On the other hand, urbanisation has caused some _____ problems such as deforestation, overpopulation, and waste management.

A. serious    B. simple    C. difficult    D. dangerous

4. There are still five teaching ______ in the language centre.

A. employers     B. vacancies       C. applicants    D. employees

5. It's my grandparents' 60th wedding anniversary today. The keys to their long and happy _______ are honesty and just.

A. childhood     B. marriage     C. adoption     D. achievement

6. My dad was given the "Employee of the Year" award for his impressive _______ at work.

A. genius      B. accounts     C. determination     D. achievements

7. Some people think that globalization is a threat to ______ cultures.

A. traditional      B. new    C. modern     D. current

8. The government has spent $10 million to ______ and improve the railway network in the area.

A. build    B. increase     C. modernize     D. change

9. My father's company currently ______ 50 workers in total.

A. employee     B. employer    C. employs     D. employment

10. If you are interested in the job, please write your _____ letter and send it to me.

A. application      B. apply    C. applicant      D. review

11. Sometimes students rush out of class and leave the lights and fans on, _____ is a waste of electricity.

A. which     B. that    C. who    D. when

12. It is getting ______ difficult for young people to find jobs if they don't have any skills. 

A. much and more    B. more and more     C. more and much     D. much and much

13. Many people now start to care ______ the environment and become more aware of green living.

A. of     B. about     C. for      D. with

14. Leaving the countryside to live in a crowded city is the worst decision he _____  in his life.

A. has made      B. makes     C. made      D. had made

15. You had better learn how to use the Internet; ________ you'll miss job opportunities in the future.

A. because      B. unless     C. so long as     D. otherwise

16. The exceptionally severe natural conditions make ______ life at the Karakoram Range hard for humans.

A. a      B. an    C. the     D. no article

17. When I turned on the radio, I ______ an interesting story about Steve Jobs. 

A. hear     B. am hearing        C. heard      D. was hearing

18. Peter didn't get the job ______ he had the relevant qualifications.

A. because      B. despite     C. although     D. because of

19. The more people move to the city, ______ pollution becomes.

A. the more     B. worse     C. the worse      D. the worst

20. Scientists have worked ______ some promising solutions to water pollution in big cities.

A. up     B. with   C. out      D. in

Choose the best arrangement of the utterances to make a meaningful exchange. 

21. a. Mai: Thanks, Lan! I've been taking some yoga classes recently.

b. Lan: That's great! Yoga sounds interesting.

c. Lan: Hello, Mai! It's been a while. You look amazing!

(Adapted from Global Success) 

A. c-a-b    B. b-c-a    C. a-b-c   D. a-c-b

22. a. Mia: I love how we turn off the lights for an hour to save energy.

b. Jake: Exactly! It's a simple way to remind everyone about climate change. 

c. Mia: Let's invite some friends to join us and make it more fun!

d. Jake: Yes, I am! It's a great way to help the planet.

e. Mia: Are you going to participate in Earth Hour this year? 

A. b-a-e-d-c    B. c-e-a-b-d    C. e-d-a-b-c    D. d-b-c-a-e

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 from 1 to 5.

URBANISATION IN RURAL AREAS

Urbanisation in rural areas is when villages and small towns start to grow and become more like cities. This happens (1)______ people move from big cities to the countryside, looking for a quieter life or better job opportunities. As more people move to the countryside, these places start to change. New houses, schools, and shops are built. Roads are improved, and there might be more buses and trains. (2) _______, urbanisation in rural areas can bring more jobs. When new businesses open, they need workers. This helps local people find work without moving to the city. Better schools and hospitals can also be built, improving the quality of life for everyone. However, there are also problems. As more people move to rural areas, the cost of living can go up. Houses become more (3) ______, and some people might find it hard to (4) _____ a home. There can also be more traffic and pollution. Natural areas might be destroyed to (5)________ new buildings.

(Adapted from https://ourworldindata.org)

1. A. when      B. which    C. whose     D. whom

2. A. Therefore     B. Although    C. Moreover      D. Because

3. A. expensively     B. expense     C. expend     D. expensive

4. A. seek      B. expand     C. afford      D. decrease

5. A. make way for     B. give way for    C. make up for    D. take up space

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 1 to 5.

Some people love working so much that it doesn't feel like work. But most people are not so lucky. They need money to live, so they need a job. However, they don't love their work, and they feel unhappy. And because they are unhappy, they may not work hard. Luckily, some people and companies are trying to improve things.

Dan Price is the CEO of a company based in Seattle. In 2015, he raised the salaries of all of his workers to $70,000 a year, much higher than the average income in the United States. To pay for this, he cut his own salary to the same amount. Interestingly, according to a study by Princeton University in 2010 about salaries, people who make around $75,000 each year are happier and feel more satisfaction than those who make less or more money. Since Price made his decision, his workers have been happier and his company has been more successful.

Money is one reason why some workers are unhappy with their jobs. Another reason is working too many hours. Perpetual Guardian, a company based in New Zealand, wanted staff to have a better work-life balance. The company came up with a plan. Its staff were paid for five days, but they only had to work four days each week. Not surprisingly, workers were happier and more satisfied.

Many studies show that people who do things are happier than people who buy things. For example, going on a road trip or learning to play the guitar is better than buying a car or guitar. The famous company Airbnb wants its staff to have great experiences. Workers get $2,000 each year to stay at Airbnb properties anywhere in the world. As a result, many people who work at Airbnb love their jobs.

(Adapted from Explore New Worlds)

1. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a reason why most people work?

A. To earn money              B. To improve their skills

C. To afford basic needs   D. To survive

2. The word they in paragraph 2 refers to ______

A. staff     B. company     C. hours     D. jobs

3. Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 2?

A. People earning approximately $75,000 annually tend to feel more content than those earning less or more. 

B. Earning exactly $75,000 per year ensures complete happiness and satisfaction for everyone. 

C. People making over $75,000 annually are less happy and satisfied than those earning under this amount. 

D. Happiness and satisfaction are unrelated to how much money people earn yearly.

4. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

A. Airbnb's $2,000 yearly benefit is only for international travel experiences.

B. Workers who focus on experiences rather than possessions tend to be happier. 

C. Perpetual Guardian increased working hours while raising salaries equally.

D. Dan Price's salary changes caused dissatisfaction among his employees.

5. In which paragraph does the writer NOT mention a present causal relationship? 

A. Paragraph 1         B. Paragraph 2       C. Paragraph 3       D. Paragraph 4 

Rewrite the sentence so that it is closest in meaning to the original one or do as directed. 

1. We had a gardener take care of the plants when we were away. 

(Rewrite the sentence, using look)

→ We had ___________________________ when we were away.

2. Tim is staying at a hotel where he has stayed twice before. 

(Rewrite the sentence, using time)

→ This is ___________________________ at the hotel.

3. The Hue citadel is still well-preserved after hundreds of years. This fact surprises the tourists. 

(Combine the sentences, using a relative clause)

-> ______________________________

4. If you want / successful / workplace, you / have a clear understanding/ your strengths and weaknesses. 

(Make a complete sentence)

-> ______________________________

PRACTICE 3

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.

1. Recyclable products should not be ended up in open _____ sites.

A. landfill     B. leftover      C. resource      D. footprint 

2. Many celebrities adopt a green lifestyle, _______ helps the environment a lot.

A. that      B. what        C. whose      D. which

3. Not many young people can ______ to buy a flat, let alone a house in a big city. 

A. afford     B. affect     C. increase      D. expand

4. Ms Smith devoted her entire life to social work because she knew that it was a _____ career.

A. rewarding     B. difficult    C. relevant    D. demanding

5. It takes hundreds of years for one plastic bottle to _____ in the ground.

A. release      B. reuse      C. decompose      D. recycle

6. Many fresh graduates are struggling to _____ a nine-to-five job.

A. expand     B. seek    C. afford     D. modernise

7. Air pollution and traffic congestion are two major _______ among city dwellers.

A. concerns         B. residents       C. unemployment      D. Infrastructure

8. The ocean was ______ as a result of a recent oil spill. 

A. sorted      B. decomposed    C. recycled      D. contaminated

9. You can use fruit peels to make compost instead of _______ them.

A. making use of       B. cleaning up     C. rinsing out      D. getting rid of

10. The municipal authority is implementing new policies to address affordable _______ shortages.

A. housing      B. resident     C. concern     D. infrastructure

11. The well is getting _____ polluted, forcing villagers to seek alternative clean watersources. 

A. much and more                               B. much and much      

C. most and most                                D. more and more

12. My neighbor is driving me mad! It seems that ________ it is at night, ______ he plays his music!

A. the less / the more loud     

B. the less/less

C. the more late / the more loudlier

D. the later / the louder

13. It gets ______ when the winter is coming.

A. cold and cold   

B. the coldest and coldest 

C. colder and colder

D. more and more cold

14. This is the first time I _______ on the Ha Noi Metro.

A. have travelled     B. will travel     C. travel    D. travelled

15. My grandparents don't want to live in the city _____ they don't like the crowded streets and the traffic jams.

A. although    B. because   C. moreover    D. if

16. We need to work _____ the high unemployment in our town. 

A. out     B. about     C. for     D. up

17. What's the biggest challenge that you in life ____ so far? 

A. face      B. faced     C. have faced      D. are going to face

18. We've just moved to the city, and life here is _____  convenient _____ exciting.

A. either... or      B. neither... nor      C. so… that     D. not only... but also

19. The local authorities managed to turn the old building ______ a sports complex.

A. in     B. into    C. out of      D. from

20. The higher property prices are, ______ city dwellers can afford.

A. the fewest      B. fewer than    C. the fewer    D. the fewer than

Choose the best arrangement of the utterances to make a meaningful exchange.

21. a. Thomas: Tomorrow, we'll get the results of the Green Classroom Competition. Do you think we will win?

b. Nam: True. There're so many great ideas. The judges will have a difficult decision to make.

c. Thomas: I agree. The Cycling-to-school programme proposed by Class 12A is going to impress the judges. Cyling to school wil also lead to healthier lifestyles in the long run.

d. Nam: It's hard to predict who'll win. Other classes also have very interesting projects. 

A. a-b-c-d     B. a-d-c-b     C. d-a-b-c      D. a-b-d-c

22. a. Mark: Well, where are you from South Korea?

b. June: Hi, Mark. My name is June. I'm an international student from South Korea. c. Mark: Hi, I'm Mark. I'm from here in New York. I live near the University.

d. Mark: Oh, wow. I love learning about different countries. Do you mind if I ask you some questions about South Korea?

e. June: Sure. 

A. a-b-c-d-e      B. c-b-a-d-e     C. b-d-e-a-c     D. c-b-d-e-a

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 from 1 to 5.

Live Green is a helpful manual that offers 52 sustainable lifestyle changes, one for every week of the year. You may use these guides to become more self-sufficient and lessen your environmental effect. Many of us are already (1) ______ every effort to live in a more environmentally friendly way. We recycle, (2) ______ on trash and plastics, buy organic food, consume less meat, and use eco-friendly cleaning supplies. 

(3) ______, we frequently feel that we might be doing more, and it may be difficult to know where to begin. With a focus (4) ______ all aspects of your life, including cleaning, home decor, food shopping, fashion, Christmas, and natural beauty, the book provides everything you need to help you make this year more sustainable. Learn how to live intentionally and make the most of your life by doing things like building a capsule wardrobe, your own ethical Christmas decorations, buying vintage furniture, producing your own moth repellent and improving your (5) ______ beauty routine.

(Adapted from https://www.amazon.com/Live-Green-Steps-More-Sustainable)

1. A. moving     B. changing     C. trying    D. making  

2. A. go back      B. fall off      C. reach bottom      D. cut down

3. A. Therefore    B. However    C. As a result    D. Otherwise

4. A. on    B. with     C. in     D. to

5. A. natural    B. naturally    C. nature     D. naturalized

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 1 to 5.

Over the past few years, working from home has become very popular all over the world. An increasing number of companies allow employees to work from home at least one or two days a week. There are also companies that hire only remote workers. While working from home can come with many benefits, there are also some drawbacks to consider.

The most common advantage is that it doesn't involve any commute to work. Many people spend more than 30 minutes each way travelling to their workplace and often have to deal with train delays or traffic jams during rush hour. Long daily commuting is also linked with increased levels of stress and anxiety. Therefore, people save time for getting extra sleep or eating a healthy breakfast if they work from home. Furthermore, working from home offers greater flexibility, which means employees can choose when to start and finish their working day as long as they complete all tasks on time and meet the deadlines. By having control over work schedules, people can attend to personal matters and achieve better work-life balance. For example, working mothers can take care of their children or adult learners can fit classes into their busy life. 

However, working from home is not suitable for everyone. Some employees may feel isolated and lonely when they don't have much contact with their colleagues and organisation as a whole. They may miss the social interaction and creative atmosphere in the workplace. They may also prefer face-to-face supervision and meetings with managers or colleagues. Therefore, it would be difficult for these employees to complete their work on their own at home. In addition, when people work from home, they may find it hard to avoid distractions such as screaming children, dogs barking, or household chores. Even if they have a dedicated workspace in their home, it may not be easy for them to stay focused on their work, be efficient, and meet targets.

1. Which of the following can be the best title for the passage?

A. Why employees need to work from home

C. Working from home is not for everyone

B. Pros and cons of working from home

D. The future of working from home

2. Which of the following is NOT a benefit of working from home according to paragraph 2? 

A. You don't travel during rush hour.

B. You spend more time sleeping.

C. You work flexible hours to suit your lifestyle.

D. You don't have to meet deadlines.

3. The word 'their' in paragraph 2 refers to ______

A. people's     B. employees'     C. managers'     D. adult learners'

4. The word 'distractions' in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to _____

A. interruptions    B. chores     C. disorders     D. stresses

5. According to paragraph 3, which of the following is NOT a disadvantage of working from home?

A. Feeling disconnected from colleagues and the organisation as a whole.

B. Having no in-person meetings or supervision.

C. Being unable to stay focused at home.

D. Having to design a dedicated workspace at home.

Rewrite the sentence so that it is closest in meaning to the original one or do as directed. 

1. I have never worn a bow tie before.

→This is the first time ________________

2. It's getting increasingly hard to find a cheap hotel here.

(Rewrite the sentence, using AND)

→It's getting _________________ to find a cheap hotel here.

3. Many celebrities adopt a green lifestyle. This helps the environment a lot.

(Rewrite the sentence, using WHICH as a connector)

→ _______________________

4. millions / people / move / different / areas / of / city

(Make a complete sentence.)

_____________________________

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