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MÃ AD128Ề THI TH THPT QU GIA ỐMÔN THI: TI NG ANHẾTh gian: 90 phútờMark the letter A, B, C, or on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differsfrom the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions. Question A. climber B. subtle C. debtor D. proba leQuestion A. nity B. ite C. st dious D. vol meMark the letter A, B, C, or on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other threein the position of the primary stress in each of the following questions. Question 3: A. catalogue B. competitive C. experienced D. pedestrianQuestion 4: A. conservative B. conference C. proficiency D. industrialQuestion 5: A. advertise B. practice C. advise D. promise Mark the letter A, B, or on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the followingquestions. Question 6: Man has set foot on the Moon and he is now planning …………… to Venus and back. A. travelling B. travel C. to have travelled D. to travel Question 7: “Where’s that …………… dress that your boyfriend gave you?” A. lovely long pink silk B. lovely pink long silkC. long pink silk lovely D. pink long lovely silk Question 8: I’ve seen that famous actor on television, but I’ve never seen him …………… person. A. by B. on C. of D. in Question 9: Jack …………… yet, otherwise he would have telephoned me. A. can’t have arrived B. mustn’t have arrivedC. needn’t have arrived D. shouldn’t have arrivedQuestion 10: British and Australian people share the same language, but in other aspects they are asdifferent as ……………A. cats and dogs B. chalk and cheese C. salt and pepper D. here and thereQuestion 11: That book is written by famous anthropologist. It’s about the people in Samoa…………… for two years.A. that she lived B. that she lived among themC. among whom she lived D. where she lived among them Question 12: …………… is the price of the car. A. What interested in us B. That we are interested inC. That interested us D. What we are interested in Question 13: The purpose of labour union is to improve the working condition, ……………, and payof its members.A. jobs are secure B. to be secure C. the job’s security D. job security Question 14: Only when you become parent …………… what true responsibility is.A. you will understand B. don’t you understandC. will you understand D. would you understand Question 15: “Would you bother if had look at your paper?” “……………” A. You’re welcome B. Well, actually I’d rather you didn’tC. That’s good idea D. Oh, didn’t realize thatQuestion 16: …………… home schooling is very successful, many people still believe in the benefits oftraditional schooling. A. Even though B. Despite that C. Because D. In spite of Question 17: Lisa: “Have you been able to reach Peter?” Gina: “……………”A. That’s no approval B. Yes, I’ve known him for yearsC. No, the line is busy D. It’s much too highQuestion 18: You can’t get soda on that machine. There’s sign on it says that “……………”. A. Out of job B. Out of order C. Out of mind D. Out of handTran Thi Mai 09851126001Question 19: If you’re telling some to ……………, you’re telling them to relax.A. calm down B. calm on C. calm in D. calm outQuestion 20: Good health and good methods of study are very necessary, or …… for success in college. A. dependable B. efficient C. available D. essentialQuestion 21: My mother …………… her services for an environmental group. She helps raise money toprotect wildlife. A. identifies B. encourages C. shares D. volunteers Question 22: Stop …………… about the bush, John! Just tell me exactly what the problem is. A. rushing B. hiding C. beating D. movingQuestion 23: The rhinoceros, whose numbers have dropped alarmingly recently, has been declared a(n)…………… species.A. endanger B. endangered C. dangerous D. danger Question 24: Overpopulation tends to create conditions which may result in …………… of food indeveloping countries.A. shortages B. surpluses C. failures D. supplies Mark the letter A, B, or on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) SIMILAR in meaning to theunderlined word(s) in each of the following questions. Question 25: The twentieth century saw rapid rise in life expectancy due to improvement in publichealth, nutrition and medicine. A. anticipation B. expectation C. span D. prospectQuestion 26: The tiny irrigation channels were everywhere and along some of them the water wasrunning. A. flushing out with water B. supplying waterC. cleaning with water D. washing out with water Question 27: Thanks to the invention of microscope, biologists can now gain insights into the nature ofthe human cell. A. deep understanding B. far-sighted viewsC. spectacular sightings D. in-depth studiesMark the letter A, B, or on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to theunderlined word(s) in each of the following questions. Question 28 About 95 percent of all animals are invertebrates which can live anywhere, but most, likethe starfish and crabs, live in the ocean. A. with ribs B. without ribs C. without backbones D. with backbones Question 29 Mr. Smith’s new neighbors appear to be very friendly .A. amicable B. inapplicable C. hostile D. futileMark the letter A, or on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correctionin each of the following questions .Question 30: So extensive the lakes are that they are viewed as the largest bodies of fresh water in the world. DQuestion 31: basic knowledge of social studies, such as history and geography, are considered basic part of the education of every child DQuestion 32: Regardless of your teaching method, the objective of any conversation class should be for the students to practise speaking words DQuestion 33: Have you considered to move to another city to find new job that uses the same skills but offers better salary? DTran Thi Mai 09851126002Question 34: Scientists say that the Earth is unique because no other planet has conditions which enables the existence of intelligent life DRead the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or on your answer sheet to indicate thecorrect word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks. Our classes take place for three hours every morning from Monday to Friday. The (35) ………class size is twelve and the average is ten. We use modern methods (36) ……… teaching and learning,and the school has language laboratory, video camera and recorders. You will only be successful inimproving your English; however, if you work hard and practise (37) ……… English as much as youcan. You will take short (38) ……… in English as soon as you arrive. In this way, we can put you in a(39) ……… at the most suitable level. There are two classes at the Elementary level: one is for complete (40) ……… and the other isfor students who know only little English. In both classes you will practise simple conversations. Inthe class at the Intermediate level, you will have lot of practice in communication in (41) ………situations because we help you to use the English you have previously (42) ……… in your own country.You will also have the chance to improve your (43) ……… of English grammar and to build up yourvocabulary.The emphasis is on oral communication practice in wide (44) ……… of situations at theadvanced knowledge. You will learn how to use language correctly and appropriately when you talk tonative speakers. In addition, you will develop such study skills as reading efficiently, writing articles andreports, and note-taking from books and lectures.Question 35: A. maximum B. minimum C. small D. large Question 36: A. in B. of C. on D. forQuestion 37: A. speak B. to speak C. speaking D. of speaking Question 38: A. test B. exam C. course D. lesson Question 39: A. form B. class C. grade D. course Question 40: A. starters B. beginners C. new-comers D. learners Question 41: A. life-real B. real-life C. real lives D. lives-real Question 42: A. got B. gained C. studied D. learntQuestion 43: A. knowing B. knowledge C. known D. acknowledgement Question 44: A. variety B. amount C. number D. lot Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, or on your answer sheet to indicate thecorrect answer to each of the question from 45 to 54. Carnegie Hall, the famous concert hall in New York City, has again undergone restoration.While this is not the first, it is certainly the most extensive in the building's history. As result of thisnew restoration, Carnegie Hall once again has the quality of sound Line that it had when it was firstbuilt.Carnegie Hall owes its existence to Andrew Carnegie, the wealthy owner of steel company inthe late 1800s. The hall was finished in 1891 and quickly gained reputation as an excellent performingarts hall Line 10 where accomplished musicians gained fame. Despite its reputation, however, theconcert hall suffered from several detrimental renovations over the years. During the Great Depression,when fewer people could afford to attend performances, the directors sold part of the building tocommercial businesses. As result, coffee shop was opened Line 15 in one corner of the building, forwhich the builders replaced the brick and terra cotta walls with windowpanes. renovation in 1946seriously damaged the acoustical quality of the hall when the makers of the film Carnegie Hall cut agaping hole in the dome of the ceiling to allow for lights and air vents. The hole was later Line 20covered with short curtains and fake ceiling, but the hall never sounded the same afterwards.In 1960, the violinist Isaac Stern became involved in restoring the hall after group of real estatedevelopers unveiled plans to demolish Line 25 Carnegie Hall and build high-rise office building on theTran Thi Mai 09851126003site. This threat spurred Stern to rally public support for Carnegie Hall and encourage the City of NewYork to buy the property. The movement was successful, and the concert hall is now owned by the city.In the current restoration, builders tested each new material for it Line 30 sound qualities, and theyreplaced the hole in the ceiling with dome. The builders also restored the outer walls to their originalappearance and closed the coffee shop. Carnegie has never sounded better, and its prospects for thefuture have never looked more promising.Question 45: This passage is mainly about ……………… A. changes to Carnegie Hall B. the appearance of Carnegie Hall C. Carnegie Hall's history during the Great Depression D. damage to the ceiling in Carnegie Hall Question 46: In line 11, what is the meaning of the word " detrimental "? A. dangerous B. significant C. extreme D. harmful Question 47: What major change happened to the hall in 1946? A. The acoustic dome was damaged. B. Space in the building was sold to commercial businesses. C. The walls were damaged in an earthquake. D. The stage was renovated. Question 48: Who was Andrew Carnegie? A. violinist B. an architect C. steel mill owner D. mayor of New York City Question 49: Which of the following words could best replace the word " gaping " in line 18? A. small B. round C. vital D. wide Question 50: What was Isaac Stern's relationship to Carnegie Hall? A. He made the movie "Carnegie Hall" in 1946. B. He performed on opening night in 1891. C. He tried to save the hall, beginning in 1960. D. He opened coffee shop in Carnegie Hall during the Depression. Question 51: What was probably the most important aspect of the recent renovation? A. restoring the outer wall B. expanding the lobby C. restoring the plaster trim D. repairing the ceiling Question 52: Which of the following is closest in meaning to the word " unveiled " in line 24? A. announced B. restricted C. overshadowed D. located Question 53: How does the author seem to feel about the future of Carnegie Hall? A. ambiguous B. guarded C. optimistic D. negative Question 54: Which of the following would most likely be the topic of the next paragraph? A. scientific explanation of acoustics and the nature of sound B. description of people's reactions to the newly renovated hall C. discussion of the coffee shop that once was located in the building D. further discussion about the activities of Isaac Stern in 1960Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, or on your answer sheet to indicate thecorrect answer to each of the question from 55 to 64. About 200 million years ago, as the Triassic Period came to close, many species of animalsdisappeared from the face of the Earth Scientists previously believed that the series of extinctionshappened over period of 15 to 20 million years. Recent discoveries in Nova Scotia Line suggest,however, that the extinctions may have happened over much shorter period of time, perhaps less than850,000 years.Evidence for rapid extinction of species at the end of the Triassic Period is found in the McCoyBrook Formation along the Bay of Fundy Line 10 in Nova Scotia. Fossils found in this formationindicate rapid disappearance of species rather than slow and gradual change over time. Oneexplanation for relatively sudden extinction at the end of the Triassic may be that large meteoritestruck the earth at the time and is responsible for 70- kilometer hole nearby. If geologists Line 15 andother researchers can find evidence, such as shocked quartz in the rock formations, that meteorite didstrike the earth, it would give more credence to the theory of rapid Triassic extinctions. It is possible,Tran Thi Mai 09851126004however, that even if rapid extinction happened in and around Nova Scotia, it did not necessarily occurin the rest Line 20 of the world.Question 55: What is the main topic of this passage? A. the disappearance of animal species at the end of the Triassic Period B. evidence of relatively sudden extinction of species C. the possibility of an extinction happening simultaneously throughout the world D. meteorite hole in the Bay of Fundy in Nova Scotia Question 56: The author uses the phrase " the face of the Earth " in line in order to ……………… A. emphasize the disappearance B. focus on one part of the Earth C. focus on one period of time D. point out the reference to land, not water Question 57: All of the following were mentioned in the passage EXCEPT ……………… A. the extinction of late Triassic animals B. the duration of time for the extinction C. large meteorite hitting the Earth 10 million years ago D. the use of types of rock in scientific research Question 58: Where in the passage does the author give evidence for the argument? A. Lines 1-4 B. Lines 8-12 C. Lines 12-17 D. Lines 17-20 Question 59: According to the passage, what would give evidence that meteorite struck the earth? A. gradual change in species over time B. change in the quartz C. gold deposits in the veins of rocks D. change in the waters of the Bay of Fundy Question 60: Which of the following could best replace the word " struck " as used in line 13? A. affected B. discovered C. devastated D. hit Question 61: Which of the following is most probably the meaning of " shocked quartz " in line 15? A. narrow chasms B. tiny lines C. hardened ores D. cracked minerals Question 62: In line 16, " it " refers to ……………… A. evidence B. an extinction C. the Earth D. meteorite Question 63: Which of the following could best replace the word " credence " in line 17? A. demonstration B. elevation C. suitability D. credibility Question 64: Which of the following best describes the author's tone?A. aggressive B. explanatory C. apologetic D. cynical WRITING Part I. Finish each of the following sentences in uch way that it means the same as the sentenceprinted before it. Question 65: Just after solving one problem, was faced with another. Scarcely Question 66: Without his help, we would all have been in worse trouble. Had it Question 67: No students in my class can speak English as fluently as she does. She speaks Question 68: My father started to read that book two weeks ago. He’s still reading it. My father has Question 69: “I don’t want to be criticized by non-professionals”, said the film star. The film star objected .Part II. In about 140 words, write paragraph about leisure activity that you like to do afterschool.Tran Thi Mai 09851126005MÃ AD128Ề THI TH THPT QU GIA ỐMÔN THI: TI NG ANHẾTh gian: 90 phútờMark the letter A, B, C, or on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differsfrom the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions. Question A. clim er B. su tle C. de tor D. proba leQuestion A. nity B. ite C. st dious D. vol meMark the letter A, B, C, or on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the otherthree in the position of the primary stress in each of the following questions. Question 3: A. catalogue B. competitive C. experienced D. pedestrianQuestion 4: A. conservative B. conference C. proficiency D. industrialQuestion 5: A. advertise B. practice C. advise D. promise Mark the letter A, B, or on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of thefollowing questions. Question 6: Man has set foot on the Moon and he is now planning …………… to Venus and back. A. travelling B. travel C. to have travelled D. to travel Question 7: “Where’s that …………… dress that your boyfriend gave you?” A. lovely long pink silk B. lovely pink long silkC. long pink silk lovely D. pink long lovely silk Question 8: I’ve seen that famous actor on television, but I’ve never seen him …………… person. A. by B. on C. of D. in Question 9: Jack …………… yet, otherwise he would have telephoned me. A. can’t have arrived B. mustn’t have arrivedC. needn’t have arrived D. shouldn’t have arrivedQuestion 10: British and Australian people share the same language, but in other aspects they are asdifferent as ……………A. cats and dogs B. chalk and cheese C. salt and pepper D. here and there* as different as chalk and cheese: hoàn toàn khác nhau* It rains cats and dogs: Tr nh trút cờ ướ* salt and pepper: having fine mixture of black and white; e.g. salt and pepper beard* here and there: in different places There were few books here and there, but apart fromthat the room was quite bare Question 11: That book is written by famous anthropologist. It’s about the people in Samoa…………… for two years.A. that she lived B. that she lived among themC. among whom she lived D. where she lived among them Question 12: …………… is the price of the car. A. What interested in us B. That we are interested inC. That interested us D. What we are interested in Question 13: The purpose of labour union is to improve the working condition, ……………, and payof its members.A. jobs are secure B. to be secure C. the job’s security D. job security Question 14: Only when you become parent …………… what true responsibility is.A. you will understand B. don’t you understandC. will you understand D. would you understand Question 15: “Would you bother if had look at your paper?” “……………” A. You’re welcome B. Well, actually I’d rather you didn’tC. That’s good idea D. Oh, didn’t realize thatQuestion 16: …………… home schooling is very successful, many people still believe in the benefits oftraditional schooling. Tran Thi Mai 09851126006A. Even though B. Despite that C. Because D. In spite of Question 17: Lisa: “Have you been able to reach Peter?” Gina: “……………”A. That’s no approval B. Yes, I’ve known him for yearsC. No, the line is busy D. It’s much too highQuestion 18: You can’t get soda on that machine. There’s sign on it says that “……………”. A. Out of job B. Out of order C. Out of mind D. Out of hand* out of job unemployed, jobless; out of order: ng (máy móc); out of mind: lãng quên;ỏout of hand: không c, không ki soát cắ ượ ượQuestion 19: If you’re telling some to ……………, you’re telling them to relax.A. calm down B. calm on C. calm in D. calm outQuestion 20: Good health and good methods of study are very necessary, or …… for success in college.A. dependable B. efficient C. available D. essentialQuestion 21: My mother …………… her services for an environmental group. She helps raise money toprotect wildlife. to volunteer something for something: xung phong, tình nguy làm vi gìệ ệA. identifies B. encourages C. shares D. volunteers Question 22: Stop …………… about the bush, John! Just tell me exactly what the problem is. A. rushing B. hiding C. beating D. movingQuestion 23: The rhinoceros, whose numbers have dropped alarmingly recently, has been declared a(n)…………… species.A. endanger B. endangered C. dangerous D. danger Question 24: Overpopulation tends to create conditions which may result in …………… of food indeveloping countries.A. shortages B. surpluses C. failures D. supplies Mark the letter A, B, or on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) SIMILAR in meaning to theunderlined word(s) in each of the following questions. Question 25: The twentieth century saw rapid rise in life expectancy due to improvement in publichealth, nutrition and medicine. A. anticipation B. expectation C. span D. prospectQuestion 26: The tiny irrigation channels were everywhere and along some of them the water wasrunning. A. flushing out with water B. supplying waterC. cleaning with water D. washing out with water Question 27: Thanks to the invention of microscope, biologists can now gain insights into the nature ofthe human cell. A. deep understanding B. far-sighted viewsC. spectacular sightings D. in-depth studies* insight (n) deep understanding: hi bi sâu cự far-sighted views: nhìn tầ ừxa* spectacular sightings: nh quan ngo cả in-depth studies: nghiên => It canự ỉbe used with “do” or “carry out”Mark the letter A, B, or on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning tothe underlined word(s) in each of the following questions. Question 28 About 95 percent of all animals are invertebrates which can live anywhere, but most, likethe starfish and crabs, live in the ocean. with ribs B. without ribs C. without backbones D. with backbones Question 29 Mr. Smith’s new neighbors appear to be very friendly .A. amicable B. inapplicable C. hostile D. futileMark the letter A, or on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correctionin each of the following questions .Question 30: So extensive the lakes are that they are viewed as the largest bodies of fresh water in the world. DTran Thi Mai 09851126007Question 31: basic knowledge of social studies, such as history and geography, are considered basic part of the education of every child DQuestion 32: Regardless of your teaching method, the objective of any conversation class should be for the students to practise speaking words DQuestion 33: Have you considered to move to another city to find new job that uses the same skills but offers better salary? DQuestion 34: Scientists say that the Earth is unique because no other planet has conditions which enables the existence of intelligent life DRead the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or on your answer sheet to indicate thecorrect word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks. Our classes take place for three hours every morning from Monday to Friday. The (35) ………class size is twelve and the average is ten. We use modern methods (36) ……… teaching and learning,and the school has language laboratory, video camera and recorders. You will only be successful inimproving your English; however, if you work hard and practise (37) ……… English as much as youcan. You will take short (38) ……… in English as soon as you arrive. In this way, we can put you in a(39) ……… at the most suitable level. There are two classes at the Elementary level: one is for complete (40) ……… and the other isfor students who know only little English. In both classes you will practise simple conversations. Inthe class at the Intermediate level, you will have lot of practice in communication in (41) ………situations because we help you to use the English you have previously (42) ……… in your own country.You will also have the chance to improve your (43) ……… of English grammar and to build up yourvocabulary.The emphasis is on oral communication practice in wide (44) ……… of situations at theadvanced knowledge. You will learn how to use language correctly and appropriately when you talk tonative speakers. In addition, you will develop such study skills as reading efficiently, writing articles andreports, and note-taking from books and lectures.Question 35: A. maximum B. minimum C. small D. large Question 36: A. in B. of C. on D. forQuestion 37: A. speak B. to speak C. speaking D. of speaking Question 38: A. test B. exam C. course D. lesson Question 39: A. form B. class C. grade D. course Question 40: A. starters B. beginners C. new-comers D. learners Question 41: A. life-real B. real-life C. real lives D. lives-real Question 42: A. got B. gained C. studied D. learntQuestion 43: A. knowing B. knowledge C. known D. acknowledgement Question 44: A. variety B. amount C. number D. lot Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, or on your answer sheet to indicate thecorrect answer to each of the question from 45 to 54. Carnegie Hall, the famous concert hall in New York City, has again undergone restoration.While this is not the first, it is certainly the most extensive in the building's history. As result of thisnew restoration, Carnegie Hall once again has the quality of sound Line that it had when it was firstbuilt.Tran Thi Mai 09851126008Carnegie Hall owes its existence to Andrew Carnegie, the wealthy owner of steel company inthe late 1800s. The hall was finished in 1891 and quickly gained reputation as an excellent performingarts hall Line 10 where accomplished musicians gained fame. Despite its reputation, however, theconcert hall suffered from several detrimental renovations over the years. During the Great Depression,when fewer people could afford to attend performances, the directors sold part of the building tocommercial businesses. As result, coffee shop was opened Line 15 in one corner of the building, forwhich the builders replaced the brick and terra cotta walls with windowpanes. renovation in 1946seriously damaged the acoustical quality of the hall when the makers of the film Carnegie Hall cut agaping hole in the dome of the ceiling to allow for lights and air vents. The hole was later Line 20covered with short curtains and fake ceiling, but the hall never sounded the same afterwards.In 1960, the violinist Isaac Stern became involved in restoring the hall after group of real estatedevelopers unveiled plans to demolish Line 25 Carnegie Hall and build high-rise office building on thesite. This threat spurred Stern to rally public support for Carnegie Hall and encourage the City of NewYork to buy the property. The movement was successful, and the concert hall is now owned by the city.In the current restoration, builders tested each new material for it Line 30 sound qualities, and theyreplaced the hole in the ceiling with dome. The builders also restored the outer walls to their originalappearance and closed the coffee shop. Carnegie has never sounded better, and its prospects for thefuture have never looked more promising.Question 45: This passage is mainly about ……………… A. changes to Carnegie Hall B. the appearance of Carnegie Hall C. Carnegie Hall's history during the Great Depression D. damage to the ceiling in Carnegie Hall Question 46: In line 11, what is the meaning of the word " detrimental "? A. dangerous B. significant C. extreme D. harmful Question 47: What major change happened to the hall in 1946? A. The acoustic dome was damaged. B. Space in the building was sold to commercial businesses. C. The walls were damaged in an earthquake. D. The stage was renovated. Question 48: Who was Andrew Carnegie? A. violinist B. an architect C. steel mill owner D. mayor of New York City Question 49: Which of the following words could best replace the word " gaping " in line 18? A. small B. round C. vital D. wide Question 50: What was Isaac Stern's relationship to Carnegie Hall? A. He made the movie "Carnegie Hall" in 1946. B. He performed on opening night in 1891. C. He tried to save the hall, beginning in 1960. D. He opened coffee shop in Carnegie Hall during the Depression. Question 51: What was probably the most important aspect of the recent renovation? A. restoring the outer wall B. expanding the lobby C. restoring the plaster trim D. repairing the ceiling Question 52: Which of the following is closest in meaning to the word " unveiled " in line 24? A. announced B. restricted C. overshadowed D. located Question 53: How does the author seem to feel about the future of Carnegie Hall? A. ambiguous B. guarded C. optimistic D. negative Question 54: Which of the following would most likely be the topic of the next paragraph? A. scientific explanation of acoustics and the nature of sound B. description of people's reactions to the newly renovated hall C. discussion of the coffee shop that once was located in the building D. further discussion about the activities of Isaac Stern in 1960Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, or on your answer sheet to indicate thecorrect answer to each of the question from 55 to 64. Tran Thi Mai 09851126009About 200 million years ago, as the Triassic Period came to close, many species of animalsdisappeared from the face of the Earth Scientists previously believed that the series of extinctionshappened over period of 15 to 20 million years. Recent discoveries in Nova Scotia Line suggest,however, that the extinctions may have happened over much shorter period of time, perhaps less than850,000 years.Evidence for rapid extinction of species at the end of the Triassic Period is found in the McCoyBrook Formation along the Bay of Fundy Line 10 in Nova Scotia. Fossils found in this formationindicate rapid disappearance of species rather than slow and gradual change over time. Oneexplanation for relatively sudden extinction at the end of the Triassic may be that large meteoritestruck the earth at the time and is responsible for 70- kilometer hole nearby. If geologists Line 15 andother researchers can find evidence, such as shocked quartz in the rock formations, that meteorite didstrike the earth, it would give more credence to the theory of rapid Triassic extinctions. It is possible,however, that even if rapid extinction happened in and around Nova Scotia, it did not necessarily occurin the rest Line 20 of the world.Question 55: What is the main topic of this passage? A. the disappearance of animal species at the end of the Triassic Period B. evidence of relatively sudden extinction of species C. the possibility of an extinction happening simultaneously throughout the world D. meteorite hole in the Bay of Fundy in Nova Scotia Question 56: The author uses the phrase " the face of the Earth " in line in order to ……………… A. emphasize the disappearance B. focus on one part of the Earth C. focus on one period of time D. point out the reference to land, not water Question 57: All of the following were mentioned in the passage EXCEPT ……………… A. the extinction of late Triassic animals B. the duration of time for the extinction C. large meteorite hitting the Earth 10 million years ago D. the use of types of rock in scientific research Question 58: Where in the passage does the author give evidence for the argument? A. Lines 1-4 B. Lines 8-12 C. Lines 12-17 D. Lines 17-20 Question 59: According to the passage, what would give evidence that meteorite struck the earth? A. gradual change in species over time B. change in the quartz C. gold deposits in the veins of rocks D. change in the waters of the Bay of Fundy Question 60: Which of the following could best replace the word " struck " as used in line 13? A. affected B. discovered C. devastated D. hit Question 61: Which of the following is most probably the meaning of " shocked quartz " in line 15? A. narrow chasms B. tiny lines C. hardened ores D. cracked minerals Question 62: In line 16, " it " refers to ……………… A. evidence B. an extinction C. the Earth D. meteorite Question 63: Which of the following could best replace the word " credence " in line 17? A. demonstration B. elevation C. suitability D. credibility Question 64: Which of the following best describes the author's tone?A. aggressive B. explanatory C. apologetic D. cynical WRITING Part I. Finish each of the following sentences in uch way that it means the same as the sentenceprinted before it. Question 65: Just after solving one problem, was faced with another. Scarcely had solved one problem when was faced with another.Question 66: Without his help, we would all have been in worse trouble. Had it not been for his help, we would all have been in worse trouble.Question 67: No students in my class can speak English as fluently as she does. She speaks English the most fluently of all students in my class.Tran Thi Mai 098511260010