REVISION FOR THE SECOND SEMESTER TEST

Trường THPT Nguyễn Thượng Hiền, TP Đà Nẵng, 2025 - 2026

A. PHẦN LÍ THUYẾT: Nội dung từ Unit 6 đến Unit 9.

I. Trọng tâm ngôn ngữ:

1. Từ vựng: Các từ vựng về từ đồng nghĩa, trái nghĩa, các cụm từ, các thành ngữ…liên quan đến các chủ điểm đã học:

- Preserving our heritage

- Education options for school-leavers

- Becoming independent

- Social issues

2. Ngữ pháp:

- To-infinitive clauses

- Perfect gerund and perfect participle clauses

- Cleft sentences with It is/was…that/who…

- Linking words and phrases

 II. Kĩ năng ngôn ngữ:

1. Đọc hiểu: các đoạn văn liên quan đến các chủ điểm đã học: Preserving our heritage, Education options for school-leavers, Becoming independent, Social issues

2. Nghe hiểu: luyện nghe về các chủ điểm đã học như kĩ năng đọc hiểu

3. Viết: vận dụng kiến thức đã học vào viết câu hoàn chỉnh

4. Nói

Choose one of the following topics and prepare a presentation on it. (2.0 points)

Topic 1: Talk about a famous site in your country or in your local area. What are the problems that this site may face and the possible solutions to them?

Topic 2: Which of the two options will be appropriate for you after leaving school: higher education or vocational education? Why?

Topic 3: Which of the characteristics of independent learner do you think you have? Which one do you want to develop in the future?

Topic 4: Talk about what you should or shouldn’t do to stay safe on social media.

B. PHẦN THỰC HÀNH

PRACTICE TEST 1

LANGUAGE

 Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions or do as directed.                                                                                    

Question 1. Indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word

Many students at our school try to dress in a stylish way to fit in with other students.

A. fashionable              B. major              C. verbal   D. funny

Question 2. Indicate the word OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word

My teacher always  motivates me to take part in competitions  to challenge myself.

A. advises                B. forces                 C. discourages          D. stimulates

Question 3. Indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word

When you sit for the exam tomorrow, try to stay calm and relaxed.

A. answer              B. take                    C. make       D. write                        

Question 4. The government must take decisive actions _________ environmental pollution.

  A. for                B. away             C. at    D. against

Question 5. I appreciated your comments. Thank you for your _________.

  A. sympathy        B. sympathetic       C. sympathetically   D. sympathize

Question 6. We have a duty to safeguard our _________ for future generations and to ensure that it is not lost or destroyed through neglect or willful destruction.

A. poverty line       B. social issues     C. cultural heritage       D. overpopulation

Question 7. I'm afraid I can't join your trip to Cuc Phuong National park because my mum is ill and I have to________ her.

A. take after            B. take off               C. take care of D. take over

Question 8. Which is the first place in Vietnam _________ as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO?

  A. recognizing                                B. to recognize                             

C. to be recognized                          D. having been recognized

Question 9. _________only three hours, I can hardly focus on my work.

A. to sleeping           B. Having slept           C. was slept              D. slept

Question 10. Developed countries have advanced healthcare systems. ________, many developing nations lack basic medical facilities.

A. Except for              B. Hitherto             C. In contrast       D. By the time

Question 11. It was essential for him to be financially _________ of his parents, so he decided to find a part-time job.

A. dependent         B. independent         C. dependable  D. undependable

Question 12. She spent months preparing for the university _________. She wanted to have a high score.

A. technical education     B. critical thinking    C. job market       D. entrance exam

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to make a meaningful letter/ essay in the following questions.

Question 13.

Dear Professor Jones,

a. My brother told me that he would love to see animals that lived long ago, but I know it is difficult.

b. I would like to visit your lab next week if you are not busy, because I want to learn more.

c. When you grow plants from ancient DNA, I feel very excited about science.

d. I hope that you will answer my email soon, which would make me very happy.

e. I am writing because I saw your work on Heritage Bioprinting, which looks amazing.

Your student,

LK

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

Question 14.

a. Finally, difficulties in communication and forming genuine connections due to social media and technology

dependence are common among teens.

b. Additionally, cyberbullying and online harassment present significant challenges in the digital age.

c. Teens often face various social challenges.

d. Firstly, peer pressure can lead to risky behaviors such as substance abuse, smoking, or involvement in harmful activities.

e. Moreover, mental health issues, including anxiety and depression, are prevalent among teenagers due to academic stress or social pressures.

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

READING                         

Read the passage and choose the correct option A, B, C, or D that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

Like any other universities, the Open University can give you a degree. (15)_______, you don't have to stop working to study. It can also open up a whole variety of interest. If you have (16)_______ studied before, you will enjoy the special, new pleasure of increasing your knowledge. You will make friends of all kinds. You may also find that your qualification provides new career opportunities.

    You don't actually go to the Open University for lectures, but study at home, using television, radio and computer software. You can (17)_______one class a month if you wish at an Open University center. Of course, there are exams to take, as in any universities. If you (18)_______ like to know more, all you have to do is to complete the form below. It could be the start of a wonderful new period in your life.

Question 15.  A. Therefore       B. Although  C. However   D. As a result

Question 16.  A.  never           B. ever          C. often    D. always

Question 17.  A. study            B. give          C. attend    D. learn

Question 18.  A. can               B. will            C. would         D. did

Read the passage and choose the correct answer A, B, C, or D to each of the following questions.

Becoming independent

Many young people strive to be independent. That means you are able to take care of yourself, and you don't have to rely on anyone else. However, to live independently, you need a number of life skills in order not to depend on your parents and older brothers or sisters. One of the most important skills is time management which can help you build your confidence and self-esteem. With good time management skills, you can perform your daily tasks, including your responsibilities at school and at home with pleasing results. Moreover, you will not feel stressed when exam dates are approaching. These skills can also help you act more independently and responsibly, get better grades at school and have more time for your family and friends.

Developing time-management skills is not as challenging as you may think. Firstly, make a plan for things you need to do, including appointments and deadlines. Using a diary or apps on mobile devices will remind you of what you need to accomplish and when you need to accomplish it. Secondly, prioritize your activities. You need to decide which tasks are the most urgent and important and then, concentrate on these first. This way, you may not be at a loss to deal with too much work at the same time. Thirdly, develop routines because routines, when established, take less time for you to do your tasks.

    Time management skills are not hard to develop; once you master them, you will find out that they are great keys to success and you can become independent.

Question 19. What is the main idea of the passage?

A. Young people need a lot of life skills to be independent.

B. Mastering time-management skills can bring many benefits and there are three steps to develop them.

C. Teenagers can have more confidence and self-esteem if they have good time-management skills.

D. Lots of young people try to be independent.

Question 20. Which of the following is not mentioned as benefits of good time-management?

A. Be more confident and self-esteemed.

B. Complete the daily tasks with the best result.

C. Not feel stressed when exam dates are approaching.

D. Get better grades at school and have more time for other activities.

Question 21. How can you prioritize your activities?

A. Do any activities you like.

B. Concentrate on the most urgent and important tasks first.

C. Make schedule for things you need to do.

D. Try to establish routines.

Question 22. What does the word "accomplish" in the paragraph 2 mean?

A. complete                  B. perform              C. duty   D. involve

Read the following advertisement and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

Question 23. A. with                  B. of                C. for             D. in

Question 24. A. Flexibility         B. Flexible      C. Flexibly          D. Inflexible

Question 25. A. applying B. will apply         C. apply           D. to apply

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PRACTICE TEST 2

I. LANGUAGE

 Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions or do as directed.                                                                                    

Question 1. Indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word

The maintenance of this company is dependent on international investment.

A. affective                B. self-reliant            C. self-restricted            D. reliant  

Question 2. Biodiversity is essential fo the processes that support all life  _________ Earth

A. around               B. on                  C. in             D. up

Question 3. John was in the third year of his ________ as a car mechanic.

A. apprenticeship          B. requirement         C. pre-university    D. academic year

Question 4. He and his brother are _________and always finish their homework without any pressure from their parents

A. self- sufficient          B. self -confident      C. self- motivated    D. self -absorbed

Question 5.  Hillary and Norgay were the first _______ Mount Everest.

A. to climb             B. climbing         C. climbed               D. climb

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to make a meaningful letter/ essay in the following questions.

Question 6. 

Dear Sam,

a.    Since you are good at making friends and solving problems, I believe that you will do well in your new job, which starts next week.

b. Although you have lived with us for many years, I know that you are ready to start your own journey, where you will find new friends and opportunities.

c. I wanted to write this letter because I am so proud of you for finishing college, which is a big step in your life.

d. Even though it's hard to say goodbye, I am excited for you because the world has so many wonderful things that you will discover on your own.

e. When you move to your new apartment next month, please remember that you can always call us if you need advice or just want to talk.

Love,

LK

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

Question 7.  Next, it enables you to build better relationships with people because through frequent sports you can get to know a lot about others' personalities.

b. First, playing sports helps reduce the stress and gives you more energy in your life.

c. In short, people should play sports regularly because it brings lots of advantages.

d. Lastly, it improves your health. When playing sports, the body is protected from different types of harmful bacteria and viruses.

e. Playing sports brings a lot of advantages.

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

II. READING

Read the passage and choose the correct option A, B, C, or D that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

    Overpopulation refers to a situation (8) ________the number of people in a particular area exceeds the available resources and infrastructure to support them adequately. It is a global issue that can have significant social, economic, and environmental consequences. Overpopulated areas often face challenges (9) ________ strained healthcare systems, inadequate housing, increased competition for resources, and environmental degradation. These issues can lead to poverty, unemployment, overcrowding, and a decline in (10)________ of life. Addressing overpopulation requires a comprehensive approach that includes family planning, sustainable development, and equitable (11)________ of resources to ensure a balanced and sustainable future for all.

(Adapted from The English Patient)

Question 8.  A. where               B. which               C. who             D. when

Question 9.  A. for example         B. such as         C. consisting      D. comprising

Question 10.  A. standard            B. cost         C. quantity            D. quality

Question 11. A. distribute      B. distributed       C. distribution   D. distributor

Read the passage and choose the correct answer A, B, C, or D to each of the following questions.

English teenagers are to receive compulsory cooking lessons in schools. The idea is to encourage healthy eating to fight the country’s increasing obesity rate. It’s feared that basic cooking and food preparation skills are being lost as parents turn to pre-prepared convenience foods.

Cooking was once regarded as an important part of education in England - even if it was mainly aimed at girls. In recent decades cooking has progressively become a minor activity in schools. In many cases the schools themselves have given up cooking meals in kitchens in the schools. But the rising level of obesity has led to a rethink about the food that children are given and the skills they should be taught.

“What I want is to teach young people how to do basic, simple recipes like a tomato sauce, a bolognaise, a simple curry, a stir-fry - which they can use now at home and then in their later life”, said Ed Balls, the minister responsible for schools.

The new lessons are due to start in September, but some schools without kitchens will be given longer to adapt. There is also likely to be a shortage of teachers with the right skills, since the trend has been to teach food technology rather than practical cooking. Also, the compulsory lessons for hands on cooking will only be one hour a week for one term. But the well-known cookery writer, Pru Leith, believes it will be worth it.

“If we’d done this thirty years ago, we might not have the crisis we have got now about obesity and lack of knowledge about food and so on. Every child should know how to cook, not just so that they’ll be healthy, but because it’s a life skill which is a real pleasure”.

The renewed interest in cooking is primarily a response to the level of obesity in Britain which is among the highest in Europe, and according to government figures half of all Britons will be obese in 25 years if current trends are not stopped.

(www.bbc.co.uk › Learning English › News English)

Question 12. The passage mainly talks about ______.

A. the lost cooking skills                          B. the healthy eating

C. the reason for obesity                           D. the compulsory cooking classes

Question 13. Which of the following is NOT the purpose for English teenagers to receive cooking

lessons?

A. To encourage teenagers to eat healthy food.

B. To reduce the country’s increasing obesity rate.

C. To stop parents from turning to pre-prepared convenience foods.

D. To prevent basic cooking and food preparation skills from being lost.

Question 14. The underlined word “progressively” in the second paragraph is closest in meaning to______.

A. little by little      B. all of a sudden  C. more than ever        D. in contrast

Question 15. It can be inferred from the passage that ______.

A. the students will pay a lot of money to the school for the cooking lessons

B. cooking has always been an important part of school education in England

C. English teenagers will have their cooking lessons twice a week for one year

D. the obesity rate in Britain has been rapidly growing in recent decades

Read the following school announcement and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

Question 16. A. are hosting B. have hosted      C. host        D. will host

Question 17. A. interest   B. interesting      C. interested    D. interests

Question 18. A. However B. Though       C. Therefore       D. In addition to

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PRACTICE TEST 3

LANGUAGE

Choose the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions or do as directed.                                                                                    

Question 1. Indicate the word OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word .

 Students should be encouraged to report any offensive bullying they witness or experience.

A. pleasant                 B. annoying           C. slim                D. illegal    

Question 2. He came _______ with a great idea for the advertisement campaign.

A. up                           B. of                        C. off                       D. on

Question 3. You should use time-management tools to plan your work more ________.

A. effective                 B. effectively           C. effect           D. ineffectively

Question 4. ________ is a serious mental health concern that can result from bullying or peer pressure.

A. Victim                      B. Lie                     C. Depression     D. Alcohol

Question 5. It is parents ________ a vital role in teaching their teenagers about how to become responsible.

A. playing                   B. who played         C. that play         D. to play

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to make a meaningful letter/ essay in the following questions.

Question 6.

Dear Alex,

a. If we meet this Saturday at the coffee shop, we can put our phones away and have a real conversation that makes us feel human again.

b. I'm writing because I feel lonely, even though I have many online friends on my phone.

c. While I enjoy our text messages, I believe that seeing your smile in person would bring me more joy than any digital like.

d. When I look around the bus, I notice that everyone is staring at screens instead of talking to each other.

e. Although technology helps us do many things quickly, I think we are forgetting how to connect with real people in our daily lives.

Your friend,

LK

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

Question 7.

a. Firstly, it is more convenient for Vietnam to promote its culture and learn about other countries.

b. Secondly, this has created more educational opportunities for both Vietnamese and foreign students.

c. Viet Nam has gained three main benefits since it joined different international organizations.

d. Finally, joining these organizations has also helped Vietnam increase local and international tourism.

e. For example, various cultural exchanges help visitors know more about our country, and Vietnamese people have a better chance of experiencing different cultures.

f. Because Vietnam has become one of the most popular destinations, many foreign tourists are attracted by its scenic beauty.

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

READING                         

Read the passage and choose the correct option A, B, C, or D that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

Due to the growing concerns about cyberbullying in several Vietnamese schools, many nationwide campaigns have been carried (8) ________ in recent years with a view to combating against this worrying circumstance. Plenty of practical activities, conducted in class discussions or at the flag ceremony on Mondays to heighten students’ knowledge of crucial aspects of cyberbullying, (9) _________ got this campaign off the ground. For example, a group of students are assigned to create scripts and act out their small plays to help other peers figure out motives and consequences of cyberbullying as (10) ________ as procedures for stopping cyberbullying and harassment. They also design posters and give a presentation to mention the risks of digital platforms comprising violent and hateful content provoking others to boycott or even gang beating an individual. Besides, developing the role and responsibility of bystanders of cyberbullying is considered very important (11) _________ their timely help can save the victims from unexpected incidents.

Question 8.  A. out           B. on                       C. away              D. off

Question 9.  A. have         B. has                 C. having           D. who got

Question 10. A. long         B. far                       C. well                D. much

Question 11.  A. although   B. because         C. unless            D. however

Read the passage and choose the correct answer A, B, C, or D to each of the following questions.

Yinan Wang was only 14 years old when he became a student at Oxford University, in the United Kingdom, one of the most famous academic institutions in the world. Many people asked, ‘Isn't 14 too young to attend a university?’

At the age of 12, Yinan Wang was like any other student at school in Beijing to London. Yinan Wang continued his studies at a very large secondary school near their home.

When he arrived in England, Yinan Wang could only speak a few words of English. ‘At first I was very lonely,’ he recalls. ‘I couldn't speak to anyone, so I couldn't make friends.’ However, his teachers could see that he was very intelligent. In fact, he was a genius. He was especially good at mathematics and science.

Two years later, Yinan Wang went to Oxford University to study science. At the age of 14, he was one of the youngest students to study at this famous university. However, his teachers thought he would have no problems. He had special classes in English at school, and fluent by the age of 14. He also got top marks in all his maths exams.

Yinan Wang was not the first child to go to Oxford University. Ruth Lawrence was only 13 when she went to Oxford to study mathematics. However, are young teenagers really mature enough for university? Many universities do not take students below the age of 17 or 18. People say they cannot enjoy university life. Other people disagree and say that very clever children should not wait.

(Text adapted from Headway Academic Skills, by Soars, L. & J.)

Question 12. What would be the best title for the passage?

A.  Oxford - the most famous academic institution in the world.

B.  The first child going to Oxford University.

C. Too young for Oxford?

D. A young student’s life in England

Question 13. When Yinan Wang arrived in England, he __________.

A. could hardly speak any English.                  B. felt lonely.

C. had no problems making friends.                D. immediately adapted to school life

Question 14. Which of the following means most nearly the same as genius used in paragraph 3?

A. expert                   B. specialist             C. talent            D. novice 

Question 15. What does the pronoun they in the last paragraph refer to?

A. people                                        B. students below the age of 17 or 18

C. clever children                            D. universities

Read the following advertisement and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

Question 16. A. Ø             B. the                      C. an                   D. a

Question 17. A. differ      B. difference          C. differently         D. different

Question 18. A. about      B. in                        C. on                   D. of

PHẦN TỰ LUẬN

I. Rewrite the sentences using the cleft sentences focusing on the underlined parts:

1. Money management skills play a crucial role in achieving financial independence.

⟶ It ………………………………………………………………

2. Nam collected a lot of books and clothes for poor children last week.

⟶ It ………………………………………………………………

3. School bullying has become common recently.

⟶ It ………………………….……………………………………

4. Students can find information on cyberbullying and how to deal with it from this app

⟶ It ……………………………………..……………………….

5. The non-profit organisation collected money to help restore the historic monument in the city.

⟶ It ……………………………………….…………………….

II. Rewrite these sentences using perfect participle clauses or perfect gerunds. Add commas where necessary.

1. Lan won a scholarship. She is very proud of this.

→ Lan ………………………………………………………

2. John made a serious mistake. He admitted it.
→ John ……………………………………………………

3. Hung went for a walk after he had eaten dinner.
→ ……………………………………………………………

4. Because I had spent the entire day cleaning up my room, I needed to take a shower and have a rest.

⟶  …………………………………………….……………

5. Jack broke his brother’s smartphone. He apologized for it.

→ Jack ………………………………………….…………

III. Use the words and phrases below, and add some words where necessary to make meaningful sentences. Change the verb forms if necessary.

1. Although / his parents / not approve of / his friends / he / continue / hang out / them.

→ ……………………………………………………………

2. City dwellers / get / richer. / By contrast / rural areas / become / poorer.

→ ……………………………………………………………

3. People / all ages / take part / campaign / last week. / Moreover / a famous singer / come / perform / one of our events.

→ ……………………………………………………………

4. Because / there / an increase / cyberbullying, / many school / have / update / anti-bullying policy.

→ ……………………………………………………………

5. The Internet / great / source / information. / However / it / may not / reliable. 

→ ……………………………………………………………

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