If the villagers _______ the local cuisine, they _______ their culture alive.

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

PUBLIC TRANSPORT ANNOUNCEMENT

Welcome to City Bus Service! To have a safe trip, please (25) these rules:

- Always have your ticket ready (26) checking.

- Listen to (27) announcements for important news.

- If you see (28) bags left alone, tell the staff right away.

Question 25. A. break          B. follow                    C. ignore                    D. conduct

Question 26. A. with            B. to                            C. of                           D. for

Question 27. A. a                  B. an                           C. that                        D. the

Question 28. A. any             B. much                     C. a lot                       D. not

Four phrases / sentences have been removed from the text below. For each question, 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.

With a population of about 2.6 million people, (5). Vancouver is in the Southwest of Canada, and it is only a few hours of driving away from the American border.

Vancouver is popular because it combines so many things. It is a huge, modern city. (6). The natural beauty around Vancouver is famous all around the world.

Vancouver is right next to the Rocky Mountains, so it is wonderful place for skiing and snowboarding. Those aren't the only winter sports you can de there, (7), then you probably do that sport in Vancouver. After all, the 2010 Winter Olympics were there. Vancouver is also great for hiking, jogging, and skateboarding. It even has beaches. (8), but they are clear and pretty.

(A) If you can name a winter sport

(B) Vancouver is the largest city in Western Canada

(C) The beaches aren't the best in the world

(D) Besides, it is also one of North America's most beautiful areas.

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheeet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

Located on the central coast of Vietnam, Hoi An boasts a unique blend of cultures and traditions. Its ancient town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a town of narrow streets with colorful wooden hophouses, each displaying beautiful carvings.

The heart of the community becomes more yibrant in the evenings, when the sun sets and the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge lights up Thu Bon River. Families gather for evening strolls and immerse hemselves in the cool evening air. Street vendors set up their stalls and sell delicious food such as beef noodle soup and fragrant banh mi. People gather around the vendors, eating, talking and laughing. The evening is time for everyone to come together to relax and have fun. Whether you live here or are just visiting, the evenings in this community are a wonderful experience.

Despite the growth of tourism, the community maintains a strong sense of togetherness. Neighbors often gather for tea and conversation on their low stools placed outside their homes. During special occasions like Tet or Mid-autumn Festival, the entire town comes alive with traditional celebrations, drago dances, and communal feasts.

Question 17. What is the main idea of the passage?

A. The sense of community in Hoi An.

B. The history of Hoi An's architecture.

C. The challenges of tourism in Hoi An.

D. The local cuisine of Hoi An.

Question 18. What UNESCO title docs Hoi An's ancient town hold?

A. World Heritage Site                                            B. National Park

C. Cultural Monument                                             D. The Town for Peace

Question 19. What material are the shophouses traditionally made of?

A. wood                     B. carth                                  C. brick                                  D. stone

Question 20. The word vibrant in the second paragraph is CLOSEST in meaning to

A. strong                    B. calm                                   C. lively                                 D. dull

Question 21. Which of the following statements is TRUE about the evenings in Hoi An?

A. Tourism completely shuts down businesses.

B. The streets are empty after sunset.

A. Families gather for social activities and food.

D. The Japanese Covered Bridge is closed to the public.

Question 22. The word growth in the third paragraph is OPPOSITE in meaning to

A. increase                B. decrease                            C. development                    D. arrival

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fus each of the numbered blanks.

Many people who are close to their retirement want to move to the countryside to enjoy the

rest of their life. They believe that life in rural areas is more peaceful than that in cities. The countryside is less (33) than the city, and people's health will improve. (34) they are also told about the challenges of living in the rural areas. Life in the countryside may not be (35) expected, even tougher. For example, rural houses are (36) weaker and more inconvenient than those in the city. During difficult weather conditions, it is dangerous for people living in it. Besides, there are not enough health care services, which can badly affect old people. For those who have spent most of their life (37) and living in urban areas, it is not easy for them to put up with the boredom and lack (38) facilities in rural areas.

Question 33. A. polluting    B. pollution               C. polluted                D. pollute

Question 34. A. For              B. Therefore              C. Otherwise             D. However

Question 35. A. more calm than                            B. calmer as

C. the same calm as                          D. as calm as

Question 36. A. little           B. too                         C. very                       D. much

Question 37. A. work           B. to work                  C. worked                  D. working

Question 38 A. about           B. on                           C. of                           D. for