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Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the answer to each of the question.

Modern civilization is heavily dependent on energy. Without reliable power sources, we couldn’t operate machines, use transportation, communicate via the Internet, or do many other things. Although everyone recognizes the importance of energy, deciding what kind of energy the world should use in the future is not a simple task. The two leading candidates for this role are green energy and nuclear energy. Currently, most of the energy we use is derived from fossil fuels. Although this energy source has got us this far, there are several problems with it. For starters, it is a finite resource which is quickly running out. Some analysts have even estimated that the Earth could run out of coal and oil within the next 50 years. Burning fossil fuels also creates large amount of pollution, which is harmful to the environment. Although fossil fuels still provide the majority of our power, governments are seeking better energy sources to use going forward. Green energy is one option that is becoming increasingly attractive. It includes technologies such as solar, wind, and hydro power. These are seen as clean sources of energy because they cause very little pollution. In addition, they are completely renewable, so there is no danger that it will run out. The major disadvantage with green energy sources is that they are not cheap. The other alternative is nuclear power. Like green energy, it is also a renewable source of power that will not run out, and it also doesn’t produce air pollution. In addition, nuclear power is more reliable than green energy, as it doesn’t depend on sunshine, rain, or wind to operate. The major issues with nuclear power are safety concerns and nuclear waste. Nuclear power plants create a considerable amount of nuclear waste which is extremely hazardous to people’s health. If they happen to have a meltdown, this could destroy the surrounding area for years to come. The recent nuclear disaster in Fukushima, Japan brought this reality into the spotlight once again. In response, Germany announced it would close down eight of its nuclear plants immediately, and close the rest by 2022. Meanwhile, other nations refuse to give up on nuclear power, stating that these disasters are rare. The debate of whether to use green or nuclear power will likely continue for some time. In the end, it is quite possible that both energy sources will be used to fuel our planet. (Adapted from Intensive Reading Comprehension Skills) 

What is the main focus of the passage?

A. Why energy is important 
B. The energy sources used in the past
C. Comparing future energy solutions 
D. Discussing how disasters affect power sources

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Chọn C

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Câu 2:

The word “finite” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to _______ .

A. abundant
B. limited 
C. insufficient 
D. replaceable

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Chọn B

Câu 3:

According to the passage, what is the main problem with green energy?

A. It creates lots of pollution.
B. It costs more money than other solutions.
C. No one is interested in using it
D. It won’t work at all in many nations.

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Chọn B

Câu 4:

The word “it” in paragraph 4 refers to _______ .

A. source of power
B. alternative power 
C. green energy  
D. nuclear power

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Chọn D

Câu 5:

Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

A. Fossil fuels will continue to be the best choice for the future.
B. Nuclear energy will outweigh green energy in the near future.
C. It is easy to decide on the energy solution for the future.
D. A mix of different energy sources will be used in the future.

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Chọn D

Câu 6:

The word “spotlight” in paragraph 5 is closest in meaning to _______ .

A. concern
B. attention
C. danger
D. area of light

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Chọn B

Câu 7:

It can be inferred from the passage that _______ .

A. nuclear power is more expensive than other sources
B. nuclear energy is renewable because it can be replenished
C. nations have different viewpoints about the utility of nuclear power
D. the nuclear disaster in Fukushima made other countries give up on nuclear power

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Chọn C

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Câu 2

A. Successful and low-academic achieving students
B. Successful learners and their learning strategies
C. Study skills for high school students
D. Effective and ineffective ways of learning

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Chọn D

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Câu 4

A. Not for a moment did Laura think she would be able to pass the final exam as she didn’t have much preparation for it.
B. Under no circumstances did Laura think that she could pass the final exam though she had much preparation for it.
C. By no means did Laura think that she wouldn’t be able to pass the final exam because she didn’t have much preparation for it.
D. No sooner had Laura thought she wouldn’t be able to pass the final exam than she didn’t have much preparation for it.

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Câu 6

A. Nancy may come to the fashion show.
B. Nancy should come to the fashion show.
C. Nancy needn’t come to the fashion show.
D. Nancy mustn’t come to the fashion show.

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