Buzz
Phần I. Ngữ âm
Bài tập 1. Chọn chữ cái A, B, C hoặc D để chỉ ra cụm từ có âm được đồng hóa khác biệt so với ba cụm từ còn lại.
1. A. mixed bag B. basket maker C. direct method D. bad pain
2. A. good morning B. blood bank C. white paper D. old man
3. A. food poisoning B. iron man C. one pair D. chicken breast
4. A. garden party B. credit card C. sun bath D. wine box
5. A. fat girl B. that cake C. short cut D. hard copy
6. A. cold cream B. red carpet C. golden gate D. good cook
7. A. tin can B. stylish shoes C. in camera D. iron curtain
8. A. cheese shop B. rose show C. these sheep D. both sides
9. A. earth science B. brown bear C. foreign minister D. pen pal
10. A. good man B. red bag C. custard powder D. private part
Phần II. Từ vựng
Bài tập 2. Chọn chữ cái A, B, C hoặc D để chỉ ra câu trả lời đúng cho từng câu hỏi dưới đây.
11. Hội đồng muốn ____ đặc điểm của thành phố trong khi tái thiết khu Phố Cổ.
A. bảo tồn
B. lưu trữ
C. phòng thủ
D. từ bỏ
12. Giao thông đông đúc ____ chúng tôi nên chúng tôi đến cuộc họp khá muộn.
A. thúc đẩy
B. bị bắt
C. bị hủy
D. bị trì hoãn
13. Hóa ra đó là một chuyến đi ____ khi thời tiết trở nên xấu.
A. nguy hiểm
B. đầy nguy hiểm
C. đã liều lĩnh
D. liều lĩnh
14. Nạn săn bắn ____ mối đe dọa lớn nhất đối với nhiều loài.
A. tạo ra
B. đưa ra
C. gây ra
D. tạo ra
15. Ở châu Phi, sự can thiệp của con người vào ____ của tê giác dẫn đến mất môi trường sống.
A. khu vực
B. lãnh thổ
C. miền
D. quốc gia
16. ____ trong tự nhiên, gấu trúc khổng lồ ăn tre.
A. Trong
B. Vào
C. Lên
D. Trong
17. Loài voi châu Phi này đang ____.
A. bị tuyệt chủng
B. bị chết vì
C. bị chết trên
D. giảm dần
18. ____ đang xóa sổ nhiều loại thực vật và động vật.
A. Tẩy lá
B. Phá rừng
C. Biến dạng
D. Sự suy thoái
19. Hổ đang ____ nguy cơ tuyệt chủng. Thật khó để tìm thấy chúng trong tự nhiên.
A. đang bay
B. đang gặp khó khăn
C. đang đứng trước bờ vực
D. on the spot
20. Using ____ energy-efficient light bulbs is a method to help the environment.
A. energy-wasting
B. energy-consuming
C. energy-saving
D. energy-efficient
21. ____ batteries or solar panels are effective solutions for energy shortages.
A. Rechargeable
B. Reusable
C. Renewable
D. Reusable
22. I always turn off electrical devices instead of leaving them on standby, and I believe it's an effective method to ____ energy at home.
A. manage
B. conserve
C. save
D. preserve
23. In the present day, individuals are looking for more ____ materials for constructing their homes.
A. eco-friendly
B. environmentally-conscious
C. nature-friendly
D. environmentally-conscious
24. Each ____ piece of apparatus was destroyed in the fire.
A. expendable
B. usable
C. accessible
D. throwaway
25. In ____ farming, growers aim to minimize the use of chemicals and fertilizers.
A. eco-friendly
B. protective
C. conservation-oriented
D. endorsing
26. In Singapore, residents aim to ____ 80% of all waste.
A. reprocess
B. recover
C. recycle
D. repurpose
27. An effective leader in globalization should not impose but rather ____ change.
A. enable
B. initiate
C. demonstrate
D. resist
28. Information technology has ____ our everyday routines.
A. transformed
B. secured
C. integrated
D. changed
29. We must act swiftly to ____ to climate change, or it will lead to a catastrophe for the entire world.
A. adjust
B. revert
C. undo
D. transition
30. There is little ____ that things will get better anytime soon.
A. chance
B. chances
C. likely
D. chances
Exercise 3. Select the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the term(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following items.
31. To ensure environmental safety, we must seek methods to minimize the emission of factory fumes and smoke.
A. leak
B. discharge
C. toxic
D. contaminant
32. Nylon is a synthetic fibre, which has enabled more people to access affordable and vibrant clothing options.
A. organic
B. artificial
C. man-made
D. manufactured
33. The development of commercial aircraft led to a contracting world.
A. diminishing
B. smaller
C. more compact
D. narrowing
34. We have to endure daily issues of traffic blockage and pollution.
A. obstruction
B. crowding
C. group
D. flock
35. Numerous animals have been born in enclosure. Consequently, their breeding isn't always successful.
A. confinement
B. pen
C. threatened
D. secure
36. The African rhino is a vulnerable species and requires conservation efforts.
A. rare
B. at risk
C. unprotected
D. defenseless
37. We can safeguard numerous species by placing them in wildlife sanctuaries.
A. conservation areas
B. preservation zones
C. nature reserve
D. safari park
38. Researchers are working to develop an energy source that uses up less fuel.
A. expend
B. deplete
C. consume
D. utilize
39. Contemporary architecture aims to enhance natural light.
A. soak up
B. boost
C. allow
D. reduce
40. It's beneficial to select locally grown fruits and vegetables that are currently in season.
A. vehicles
B. eateries
C. plants
D. liquid
Exercise 4. Choose the letter A, B, C, or D to select the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each question.
41. The new initiative is expected to create additional employment opportunities.
A. remove
B. establish
C. generate
D. end
42. Her primary issue is the insufficient experience due to her young age.
A. restricted
B. substantial
C. inadequate
D. limited
43. The river is severely contaminated with harmful chemicals from that factory.
A. dangerous
B. dangerous
C. dependable
D. fatal
44. I don't trust anything he says; he is untrustworthy.
A. incorrect
B. precarious
C. reliable
D. careless
45. 'If we keep exhausting our planet's natural resources, we will significantly harm the environment.
A. deplete
B. increase
C. diminish
D. deplete
46. She maintains exceptional focus and is never disrupted by others.
A. interrupted
B. perplexed
C. disoriented
D. focused
47. Worldwide, farmers invade forest areas to cultivate crops.
A. withdraw
B. encroach
C. build pathways
D. trespass
48. The level of poverty in numerous African nations heightens the probability that individuals resort to poaching for survival.
A. possibility
B. outlook
C. chance
D. unlikelihood
49. Resources are redirected from environmental protection to defense due to conflict.
A. shifted
B. moved
C. remained
D. diverted
50. The population of rhinos is experiencing a constant decrease. The number of rhinos is now lower than ever before.
A. sporadic
B. unchanging
C. steady
D. ongoing
Part III. Syntax
Exercise 5. Choose the letter A, B, or C to identify the correct sentence type for each of the following items.
51. The yoga studio at this gym has the fragrance of rose and lemongrass.
A. straightforward
B. combined
C. intricate
52. My mother is urging me to start playing the violin, but I'm not interested.
A. straightforward
B. combined
C. intricate
53. The students are more engaged in mathematics and science compared to history and literature.
A. straightforward
B. combined
C. intricate
54. Our team is participating in a contest to find the top vocalists.
A. straightforward
B. combined
C. intricate
55. While many residents of this town enjoy engaging in sports, they lack sufficient time.
A. straightforward
B. compound
C. intricate
56. Given that the game is newly introduced, it draws a lot of interest from students.
A. straightforward
B. compound
C. intricate
57. There is a major disagreement between my father and my brother about our family’s summer vacation plans.
A. straightforward
B. combined
C. intricate
58. In the midst of the severe storm, a tree collapsed and ruined our rooftop.
A. straightforward
B. combined
C. intricate
59. The maple leaf, representing Canada's national symbol, was chosen in the 1700s.
A. straightforward
B. combined
C. intricate
60. He is skilled in both singing and dancing, yet he has never performed in front of an audience.
A. straightforward
B. combined
C. intricate
Exercise 6. Choose the correct option from A, B, C, or D to answer each of the following questions.
61. ____ Jim was standing outside the cinema waiting for Sam, he noticed that the street was unusually crowded.
A. Therefore
B. As
C. In case
D. Although
62. I didn’t see him immediately ____ he needed to speak with his boss first.
A. when
B. provided that
C. because
D. nor
63. ____ the circumstances, I believe she won’t come back.
A. Even if
B. Provided that
C. Regardless of
D. Following
64. There was no chair available for the headmaster, ____ is a significant issue.
A. which
B. something that
C. this
D. where
65. The student erased the board ____ was covered with notes and illustrations.
A. which
B. while
C. when
D. so
66. True Blood is my top TV show, ____ I rarely find time to watch it.
A. even though
B. after
C. unless
D. yet
67. Once the children had finished their meal, they went to bed ____ they had heard a bedtime story before drifting off.
A. which
B. and
C. so
D. while
68. The children exhibited some dislike for him, ____ he had been very kind to them.
A. because
B. before
C. unless
D. even though
69. We can depart ____ you are prepared.
A. whatever
B. whoever
C. whenever
D. whichever
70. I enjoy swimming ____ my sister prefers jogging and dancing.
A. whereas
B. when
C. whenever
D. thus
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