Bài tập tiếng Anh lớp 12 Unit 8 Life in the Future (có đáp án đi kèm)

1. Chọn từ có âm nguyên âm khác biệt so với từ đã cho

2. Bạn gọi người làm gì đó là gì…

Believes that the worst possible outcome will occur in any given situation?

Employs violence to achieve political objectives?

Is at least a century old or more?

Typically anticipates positive outcomes?

Works and travels in outer space?

Aims to safeguard the environment?

Is exploring or visiting a location for enjoyment?

Pursues studies in one or more natural sciences?

Holds the official right to be a citizen of a specific country?

Occupies a political role, especially within the government?

3. Fill in each sentence with the appropriate form of the word provided in the box

Inflation will never be entirely................... from the economy.

Public collaboration is crucial in combating…………….. .

He is now so frail that doctors are……………..about his full recovery prospects.

The government conveyed................... regarding the outcome of the talks

A large number of people lost their employment during the massive................... of the 1930s.

Japanese people enjoy an exceptionally high life…………….. .

Will the universe keep expanding................... ?

The auditors were impressed by the efficiency and................... of the new system.

Assistance arrived from an…............... source.

It was................... challenging to accommodate everyone.

4. Complete the passage by filling in the blanks with suitable words

Ask most people (1)……………..what is happening to the global population and they will likely say it is growing rapidly. Ask them (2)……………..if there will be sufficient food next century and they will respond with no. Inquire about (3)……………..the world's energy resources and they will claim they are depleting (4)…................................... and that we will all face darkness and cold in the next century. Question them about (5)...................raw materials and they will say we are consuming them (6).................... a pace that will leave none (7)…................for our grandchildren.

These opinions share two aspects (8)................... common. They are overly pessimistic, whether regarding this century or the next. Additionally, they are all incorrect. Or at least, this is convincingly argued in a book (9)……………..that aims to outline our future (10)……………..the upcoming twenty-five years. Much of the book’s attention has been focused (11)……………..its predictions for Britain and the possibility (12)…................five million people being unemployed.

5. Complete the sentences below by inserting the correct prepositions: in, on, or at

John   F.   Kennedy   was   the   first   president   of   the   United   States  to   be born................... the 20th century.

Fruit trees typically bloom................... April or May.

Gettysburg, the largest battle ever fought……………..North America, occurred…............... July 1863.

I   prefer   to   shower……………..the   morning,   while   my   roommate   prefers   to shower…............... night.

The President resides…………the White House, which is situated................... 1600

Pennsylvania Avenue................... Washington, D.C.

Numerous advertising agencies are based……………..Madison Avenue................ New York City.

Mozart passed away………….Vienna……………..1791................... at the age of 35.

I encountered several acquaintances………….the barbecue…......... Saturday afternoon.

Leaves change to red and gold................... autumn.

Most college football matches take place................... Saturdays.

People commemorate the deceased................... the anniversary of the terrorist attack.

Lisa’s birthday falls……………..the end of March,.................... on March 29.

Anticipate a lot of excitement................... the upcoming weeks.

Dean Hughes' office is……………..located in the Administration Building.................... on the third floor.

Crowds of football supporters................... wearing blue shirts were walking down the street.

Did you catch that news………....on television or read it................... in the newspaper?

Videophones aren’t practical…………..at present, but they might be…................ in the near future.

Jury members are selected................... randomly from a list of voters.

Mr. Grigsby is................... in charge of the marketing department.

I’m confident he didn’t break the plate………….. intentionally.

6. Insert the missing preposition

The teacher insists that we must take the test, so there’s no use………….. debating………….. it.

They managed………….. to escape………….. the burning house.

I have no interest…………….. anything that occurred................... the very distant past.

I wasn’t aware…………….. any issues................... the new design.

The kids are very fond…………….. swimming................... summer, they spend most of their time…................ the water.

How are you doing…………….. school? – I’m doing…………….. fine except…………….. English. I’m terrible…............... it.

I apologize…………….. being late................... Monday.

I’m not particularly enthusiastic…………….. cooking, but I prefer it.................... washing up.

I resent…………….. being kept waiting. Why can’t you be................... on time?

I was so worried…………….. missing the train that I took a taxi.................... to the station.

I first found out………….. his decision to resign when it was broadcast................... the radio last night.

I disapprove…………….. people who make all sorts…………….. promises they have no intention................... keeping.

The government has consented…………….. a public inquiry................... the helicopter crash.

Doctors are worried…………….. the possibility…………….. heart patients waiting up to a year for surgery.

I believe it’s essential to get acquainted…………….. cultures and customs that differ................... from your own.

It’s beneficial to feel pleased…………….. ourselves and proud..................... of ourselves

when we have accomplished something well.

The city faces a severe shortage…………….. affordable housing…………….. and many residents are without homes.

Benny Carter…………….. a major impact................... the growth................... British jazz.

I oppose any form of cruelty…………….. animals and would back a ban…………….. hunting.

She gazed in astonishment................... the scene before her – Dave had completely shaved off all his hair…………….. .

7. Fill in the gaps in the sentences, using the provided information. Include appropriate prepositions and make any necessary grammatical adjustments.

The hotel offers everything except a toothbrush! It includes………………………………………... She resembles my cousin. She makes me think of…………………………………... ‘Well done. I’m so pleased you’ve passed your exam.’ I congratulated her………………………………………... It’s inappropriate to keep offering drinks. Don’t keep insisting…………………………………... They mentioned I had taken the car without permission. They accused…………………………………... I would like to meet your parents. Please introduce…………………………………... My aunt sent me a lovely gift. I must write and thank…………………………………... Some people destroy their own lives. But you simply can’t stop…………………………………... £100 seems fair for that camera. Have you checked prices in other stores? Have you compared…………………………………... It’s risky these days to comment on a woman’s appearance. Feminists consider it ‘sexist’ to praise…………………………………...

8. Fill in a/an, the, or zero article (-) in the blanks. Provide all possible answers

Last night, we experienced…………….. terrible storm. Our children were frightened by…………….. thunder. Frank Lloyd Wright is…………….. name of…………….. famous architect. He is…………….. architect who designed…………….. Guggenheim Museum in New York…………….. happiness of the majority depends on…………….. hard work from everyone. It was…………….. day that would stay in my memory forever.…………….. music plays…………….. important role in…………….. film. And I thought…………….. music used in this film was…………….. best part.…………….. washing machine has had a significant impact on…………….. people’s lives since its invention.…………….. special award was given to…………….. novelist Ian McMurphy. It is…………….. sad fact that…………….. money buys political power in many countries. Do you remember…………….. Wilmotts? They used to live across from us.…………….. bicycle is…………….. important means of transport for many people without access to…………….. public transport.…………….. earthquake in…………….. south of the country has left thousands homeless. I don’t usually have…………….. breakfast, but I always eat…………….. big lunch.…………….. World Wide Fund for Nature organized a major campaign to save…………….. tiger. We met our good friend…………….. Jean Wools when we were in…………….. Plymouth. Margaret loved having holidays at…………….. seaside, but her doctor advised her to spend time in…………….. warm climate. He found himself…………….. face to…………….. face with…………….. Lieutenant Evans. She was…………….. first woman to cross…………….. Atlantic in…………….. canoe. After she had…………….. leisurely dinner downstairs, Julia played…………….. piano for…………….. while. They are at…………….. sea now. They write that they are having…………….. marvelous time. When he was in…………….. hospital, she could not get…………….. permission to visit him.

9. Insert a/an, the, or no article (-)

(1)…………….. world wildlife is in (2)…………….. danger. (3)…………….. reasons are complex – (4)…………….. world’s population is expanding, and the increasingly (5)…………….. man is destroying more and more of (6)…………….. natural environment. (7)…………….. last dodo in (8)…………….. world died on (9)…………….. island of Mauritius in (10)…………….. late seventeenth century. Today, (11)…………….. black rhino in Kenya could go (12)…………….. same way. There is (13)…………….. world-wide trade – much of it illegal – in (14)…………….. animals and birds. (15)…………….. particular favorite, and one severely threatened with (16)…………….. extinction through smuggling, is (17)…………….. orangutan, which only survives in (18)…………….. forests of Borneo and Sumatra. (19)…………….. fierce debate is now raging about how to protect (20)…………….. most endangered species. Some argue that (21)…………….. zoos, with their research work and breeding programs, offer (22)…………….. best hope and (23)…………….. protection from international smugglers. But some of (24)…………….. older zoos have (25)…………….. disadvantage of (26)…………….. cramped city conditions, though (27)…………….. zoo with (28)…………….. wide open spaces like Whipsnade Zoo in (29)…………….. Bedfordshire countryside north of London is seen as offering (30)…………….. more pleasant habitat.

10. Rewrite the second sentence to match the meaning of the first. Use the given word.

Amy’s cold began last week, and she still has it. (since) Amy…………………………………………………………………………………….…

We relocated here two years ago. (for) We…………………………………………………………………………………….…

I immediately realized that something was wrong. (once) I…………………………………………………………………………………….…

I saw you last at Liver’s party. (since) I…………………………………………………………………………………….…

When Sandra left the meeting, she did so without bidding anyone farewell. (without) Sandra left…………………………………………………………………………….

I’ve seen them but don’t have the opportunity to speak with them. (sight) I only ………………………………………………………………

It has been months since I last purchased any clothing. (for) I……………………………………………………………………………………….

The term started six weeks ago. (ago) The term…………………………………………………………………………….

VII.

1. The hotel offers you everything but a toothbrush.
2. She makes me think of my cousin.
3. I praised her for passing her exam.
4. Avoid persistently offering drinks to people.
5. They claimed that I took the car without permission.
6. Could you introduce me to your parents?
7. I need to send a thank you note to my aunt for the wonderful gift.
8. Unfortunately, you can't stop them from making a mess of their lives.
9. Have you looked at other stores to compare prices?
10. Many feminists consider it 'sexist' to comment on a woman's looks.

VIII.

IX. 

• Amy has been ill with a cold since last week.
• We have resided here for two years now.
• I immediately noticed that something was off.
• I haven't seen you since the party at Oliver's.
• Sandra exited the meeting without bidding farewell to anyone.
• I only recognize them by sight.
• It's been months since I last bought any clothes.
• The term started six weeks ago.
• It took five years before I saw her again.
• What I desire most is tranquility.
• I didn’t intend to break the vase.
• The movie begins in thirty minutes.