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Câu 12:
Which skill requires that an interpreter not mumble or stutter? A. Public speaking skill B. Conversion skill C. Memory skill D. Hearing ability
Đáp án đúng là: Public speaking skill Câu 13:
What is the first stage of the interpreting process? A. Input B. Transference C. Deciphering D. Understanding Đáp án đúng là: Input Câu 14:
Choose the best translation of the following text: Làm việc hành chính
A. keep records of expenditure B. deal with enquiries C. arrange business trips D. do administrative work
Đáp án đúng là: do administrative work Câu 15:
Which of the following is different in function?
A. Would you prefer to start next week?
B. Can I speak to Tiana, please?
C. Can I get you some more tea?
D. Can I show you around the company?
Đáp án đúng là: Can I speak to Tiana, please? Câu 16: Complete the sentence: It’s … to meet you. A. like B. pleased C. please D. kind Đáp án đúng là: pleased Câu 17: Interpreting is …
A. rendering information and ideas from one language into another language by means of speaking.
B. rendering information and ideas from one language into another language by means of writing.
C. rendering texts from one language into another language by means of speaking.
D. rendering words and phrases from one language into another language by means of speaking.
Đáp án đúng là: rendering information and ideas from one language into another language by means of speaking. Câu 18:
Which mode of interpreting is described as the interpreter rendering after a party has finished speaking? A. Unilateral interpreting B. Consecutive interpreting C. Bilateral interpreting D. Simultaneous interpreting
Đáp án đúng là: Consecutive interpreting Câu 19:
Choose the most suitable phrase to complete the following text:
I’m a PA. I send emails and letters and … . A. write reports B. ask people questions C. travel D. meet people
Đáp án đúng là: write reports Câu 20: Complete the sentence: “Have we … before?” A. known B. met C. seen D. talked Đáp án đúng là: met Câu 21:
Which is the function of the following sentence:
Could you let us know your decision as soon as possible? A. A request B. An invitation C. An offer D. Describing ability
Đáp án đúng là: A request Câu 22:
Which statement is true about note-taking skills?
A. The interpreter should avoid being distracted from what is being said by taking few key notes only.
B. The interpreter should take as many notes as possible to help the memory.
C. The interpreter needs to remember what has been said rather than rely exclusively on notes.
D. There is a standard note-taking system.
Đáp án đúng là: The interpreter needs to remember what has been said rather than rely exclusively on notes. Câu 1:
What happens during the deciphering?
A. The interpreter listens and receives the message.
B. The concept or idea is now transferred into the other language.
C. The interpreter gets rid of all the words, retaining the concept, the idea.
D. The interpreter finds an equivalent idiomatic expression.
Đáp án đúng là: The interpreter gets rid of all the words, retaining the concept, the idea.
Vì: The deciphering is when the interpreter gets rid of all the words, retaining the concept, the idea Câu 2: Which statement is correct?
A. The interpreter can create his own idea as long as it corresponds the given talk.
B. Interpreting deals with spoken words.
C. Interpreting takes place within one language.
D. Interpreting requires writing skill.
Đáp án đúng là: Interpreting deals with spoken words.
Vì: Interpreting is rendering information and ideas from one language into another language by means of
speaking, i.e. interpreting deals with spoken words. Câu 3:
What is used for the temporary storage of segments of speech? A. Booths B. Voice C. Acute hearing D. Memory Đáp án đúng là: Memory
Vì: The short-term memory is used for the temporary storage of segments of speech so that they can be decoded and re-encoded. Câu 4:
How can you improve your memory?
A. Take an article of suitable length, then try to remember the information and translate it.
B. Ask your friend or family members to translate with you.
C. Observe the Prime Minister delivering a speech.
D. Ask your friend or family members to interpret an interview for reference.
Đáp án đúng là: Take an article of suitable length, then try to remember the information and translate it.
Vì: One of the ways to improve your memory is newspaper translation which means that you take a
newspaper article 75-100 words in length and study it for about one minute; then put the article face down
and repeat it as precisely as possible, then translate the article aloud. Câu 5:
How many stages are there in the interpreting process? A. 4 B. 5 C. 3 D. 2 Đáp án đúng là: 5
Vì: The interpreting process consists of 5 stages: input, understanding,
deciphering, transference and output. Câu 6:
Which mode of interpreting is described as the interpreter not waiting for a speaker to finish a
segment and pause before rendering what the speaker is saying? A. Consecutive interpreting B. Simultaneous interpreting C. Liaison interpreting D. Unilateral interpreting
Đáp án đúng là: Simultaneous interpreting
Vì: Simultaneous interpreters do not wait for a speaker to finish a segment and pause before beginning to
interpret but follow the speaker and interpret what the speaker is saying. Câu 7:
Choose the most suitable phrase to complete the following text:
I’m a market researcher. I ask people questions and … A. write reports B. sell products C. deal with money D. write minutes
Đáp án đúng là: write reports
Vì: A market researcher is responsible for asking questions, doing research and writing reports. Câu 8:
Choose the most suitable word to complete the following sentence:
As an office worker, I’m in charge … filing, booking travel for colleagues, and answering phone calls. A. in B. for C. with D. of Đáp án đúng là: of
Vì: “to be in charge of sth/doing sth” is used to talk about routines that someone does at the workplace. Câu 9:
Choose the best translation of the following text:
So, you’ve been here for two months now. What different aspects of the job do you cover?
A. Vậy là bạn đã làm ở đây được 2 tháng rồi. Những khía cạnh khác nhau của
công việc mà bạn làm là gì?
B. Vậy là bạn đã ở đây được 2 tháng rồi. Những khía cạnh khác nhau gì của
công việc mà bạn bao trùm?
C. Vậy là bạn đã làm ở đây được 2 tháng rồi. Bạn làm những việc gì?
D. Vậy là bạn đã ở đây được 2 tháng rồi. Bạn làm những khía cạnh khác nhau nào của công việc?
Đáp án đúng là: Vậy là bạn đã làm ở đây được 2 tháng rồi. Bạn làm những việc gì?
Vì: “aspects of the job” is used to refer to job responsibilities, or the routines that someone does at the workplace. Câu 10: Complete the sentence:
“Have you got a …? I’d like you to meet Jane.” A. moment B. while C. time D. secretary Đáp án đúng là: moment
Vì: When you want to introduce people, you check if they are free by saying “Have you got a moment?” Câu 2:
How many modes of interpreting are there? A. 4 B. 3 C. 5 D. 2 Đáp án đúng là: 2
Vì: There are two main modes of interpreting: consecutive and simultaneous interpreting. Câu 3:
Which skill requires that an interpreter be able to think quickly and “on-their feet”? A. Conversion skill B. Public speaking skill C. Memory skill D. Hearing ability
Đáp án đúng là: Conversion skill
Vì: Interpreters must be able to think quickly and “on-their feet” as interpreting is an immediate process,
which leaves little margin for thought before action must take place. Câu 5:
In which situation is consecutive interpreting often used?
A. Escorting an English speaking group within a large gathering of English speakers B. Meetings
C. Conferences in rooms which lack telephonic interpreting facilities.
D. Conferences with microphones and headsets and booths for interpreters
Đáp án đúng là: Conferences in rooms which lack telephonic interpreting facilities.
Vì: Consecutive interpreting is often used in conferences where smaller working parties meet in rooms
which lack telephonic interpreting facilities. Câu 6:
How many types of simultaneous interpreting are there? A. 3 B. 2 C. 4 D. 5 Đáp án đúng là: 3
Vì: Simultaneous interpreting consists of sight translation, whispered
interpretation and electronic hook-up. Câu 7:
Which part of the following text contains a mistake:
Ben is talking to the Sales Manager and Katie is not being in the office today. She is visiting clients. A. is talking B. Sales Manager C. being D. visiting Đáp án đúng là: being
Vì: the present simple tense of verbs is used to talk about routines and temporary states with the verb “to be”. Câu 8:
Translate the following sentence into English:
Xin giới thiệu với chị, đây là trợ lý mới của tôi, tên là Phương.
A. I’d like you to meet Phương, my new PA.
B. Please introduce to you my new PA, she’s Phương.
C. Please see my PA, she’s Phương.
D. I’d like to meet Phương, my new PA.
Đáp án đúng là: I’d like you to meet Phương, my new PA.
Vì: When you introduce people, you say “I’d like you to meet …” Câu 9:
Choose the best translation of the following text:
Chúng tôi đảm bảo rằng tất cả hàng hóa đều được đóng gói và dán nhãn phù hợp
trước khi được gửi đi
A. We make sure that all our goods are properly packed and labelled before they are dispatched.
B. We are sure that all our goods are packed and labelled before dispatched.
C. We make sure that all our goods are packed and labelled before they are delivered.
D. We make sure that all our goods are properly packed and labelled before dispatching.
Đáp án đúng là: We make sure that all our goods are properly packed and labelled before they are dispatched.
Vì: all other options contain grammar mistakes or convey inadequate information. Câu 10:
Choose the most suitable word to complete the following sentence:
Career … refers to the period of time away from your job. A. opportunities B. plan C. move D. break Đáp án đúng là: break
Vì: Career break refers to the period of time away from your job (giai đoạn tạm
gián đoạn/tạm nghỉ công việc) Câu 1:
What kind of information is NOT often included in a job interview? A. Name B. Education C. Family members D. Work experience
Đáp án đúng là: Family members
Vì: During a job interview there are often questions related to personal contact, work experience and ability. Câu 2:
Which is the best translation of the following text:
Xin anh/chị cho biết anh/chị có từng làm việc trong lĩnh vực sản xuất bao giờ chưa?
A. Please let me know have you worked in the production area?
B. Could you tell me if you have worked in the production area?
C. Have you worked in the production area before?
D. Did you work in the production area?
Đáp án đúng là: Could you tell me if you have worked in the production area?
Vì: The present perfect form of the verb is used to talk about experience, and
“could you tell me if…” is
more polite than a direct question. Câu 3:
Choose the most suitable word to complete the following text:
I’m Barbara Szarmach. Could you ask her to call me … before 10 am? It’s urgent. A. soon B. back C. up D. again
Đáp án đúng là: back. Vì: “call some back” means “gọi lại cho ai” Câu 4:
Choose the correct form of the verb to complete the sentence:
I am confident that I have the necessary skills and … for the job. A. certifications B. qualifications C. experiences D. degrees
Đáp án đúng là: qualifications Vì: “qualifications” means “bằng cấp, trình độ”; skills and qualifications are
common requirements to apply for a job. Câu 5:
Which is the best translation of the following text:
Xin chờ một chút. Tôi sẽ nối máy cho bạn.
A. Hold on. I’ll get you through.
B. Hold up. I’m connecting you.
C. Hold through. I’ll get you up.
D. Wait. I’ll connect for you
Đáp án đúng là: Hold on. I’ll get you through. Vì: “hold on” means “chờ một chút” and “get someone
through” means “nối máy cho ai”. Câu 6:
Which word in the following sentence is incorrect:
I work in the reception and I answer the phones and updating the database. A. phones B. updating C. in D. reception
Đáp án đúng là: updating Vì: The correct sentence should be “I answer the phones and update the database” Câu 7:
Which of the following is an offer? A. Can you use this …? B. Would you like some … C. Would you let us know … D. Could you tell me …?
Đáp án đúng là: Would you like some … Vì: The structure “Would you like
some …” is used to make an
offer, “Could you tell me …?” and “Would you let us know …” are used to make requests, and “Can you
use this …?” is used to ask about ability. Câu 8:
Choose the most suitable word to complete the following text: - What’s her … number? - It’s 19. A. private B. desk phone C. extension D. personal
Đáp án đúng là: extension Vì: “extension number” means “số máy lẻ”. Câu 1:
Choose the most suitable word to complete the following text:
Now I just want to check your progress here. When did your work … begin? A. position B. experience C. progress D. responsibilities
Đáp án đúng là: experience Vì: “work experience” is a collocation which means
“kinh nghiệm làm việc”. Câu 2:
Choose the correct form of the verb to complete the sentence:
You started two months ago. What different aspects of the job … (you/cover)? A. are you covering B. do you cover C. have you covered D. did you cover
Đáp án đúng là: have you covered Vì: The present perfect tense of verbs is used to talk about experience. Câu 1:
Which is NOT a responsibility of a manager? A. invest in training courses B. deal with problems C. answer phone calls
D. communicate with colleagues
Đáp án đúng là: answer phone calls Vì: A manager is responsible for dealing with problems,
communicating with colleagues, investing in training courses and responding to staff’s needs; answering
phone calls is a routine, not a responsibility. Câu 2:
Choose the most suitable word to complete the following text:
Managers should not think they have to do everything themselves. Instead, they should … tasks to other people. A. push B. give C. offer D. delegate
Đáp án đúng là: delegate Vì: “delegate (sth) to someone” means “giao phó, phân
công (công việc) cho ai” Câu 3:
Choose the most suitable word to complete the following text:
When your employees are satisfied, they work more effectively, so ... their needs without delays. A. invest in B. listen to C. deal with D. respond to
Đáp án đúng là: respond to Vì: “respond to sth” means “phản hồi/nắm bắt cái gì” Câu 4:
Which department does the following speaker work in? “This week we’re installing new virus
protection on our whole system”. A. R&D B. Sales C. Facilities D. IT
Đáp án đúng là: IT Vì: IT means “Information technology”. This department is in charge of the company’s computers and networks. Câu 5:
Which department organizes the maintenance of the office building? A. Facilities B. HR C. Finance D. Production
Đáp án đúng là: Facilities Vì: The Facilities department organizes the maintenance of the buildings, including office space. Câu 6:
Choose the most suitable word to complete the following text:
Your staff will often have good ideas and suggestions, so … what they have to say. A. respond to B. enjoy C. listen to D. judge
Đáp án đúng là: listen to
Vì: “listen to what they have to say” means “hãy lắng nghe những gì họ muốn nói” Câu 7:
Choose the most suitable word to complete the following text:
Staff often complained about the new manager, saying that he didn’t … in their abilities. A. develop B. agree C. believe D. argue
Đáp án đúng là: believe Vì: “believe in someone/sth” means “tin tưởng vào ai/cái gì” Câu 8: Complete the sentence:
We produce and distribute publicity … such as catalogues and brochures. A. files B. posts C. materials D. papers
Đáp án đúng là: materials Vì: “publicity materials” means “tài liệu quảng cáo” Câu 9:
Which is the best translation of the following text:
Sếp hỏi tôi tại sao bản báo cáo của tôi vẫn chưa xong.
A. My boss asked me why my report isn’t ready.
B. My boss asked me why my report wasn’t ready.
C. Boss asked me why isn’t my report finish.
D. Boss asked me why my report isn’t finished.
Đáp án đúng là: My boss asked me why my report wasn’t ready. Vì: The sentence is a reported
statement; the other options are not grammatically correct Câu 10:
Which part of the following text is incorrect:
I’m having a new job in the Design Department, and I’m learning lots of new skills. A. I’m learning B. Design Department C. lots of D. I’m having
Đáp án đúng là: I’m having Vì: The present simple tense is used with the verb
“to have” that means “to possess/ own” Câu 1:
Choose the best translation of the following text:
On the positive side, almost 30% said that they are satisfied with the way the manager … information. A. deals with B. communicates C. contacts D. listens to
Đáp án đúng là: communicates Vì: “communicate information” means “truyền đạt thông tin” Câu 2:
Which department does the following speaker work in? “We check the quality of the product at each
stage of the manufacturing process”. A. Production B. Customer care C. R&D D. Human resources
Đáp án đúng là: Production Vì: The production department is responsible for making the product Câu 3:
Which department does the following speaker work in? “We maintain good relations with our suppliers”. A. Purchasing B. Marketing C. Maintenance D. Customer care
Đáp án đúng là: Purchasing Vì: The Purchasing department is responsible for buying the materials the
company needs to make its products Câu 1:
Which negotiating tip is the speaker adopting when they say:
I asked if that was his final offer and he went red in the face. A. Be friendly
B. Prepare carefully before you negotiate
C. Pay attention to the other side's body language D. Have a lot of options
Đáp án đúng là: Pay attention to the other side's body language
Vì: The speaker asked a question and observe the other side’s body language and found that his face came red. Câu 2:
Which negotiating tip is the speaker adopting when they say:
Every half hour, I tried to say what we had agreed on and what remained to be negotiated.
A. Summarise often the points you agree on
B. Never be the first to make an offer C. Have a lot of options
D. Pay attention to the other side's body language
Đáp án đúng là: Summarise often the points you agree on
Vì: “tried to say what we had agreed on ” has the same meaning as “Summarise
often the points agreed on”. Câu 3:
What is the function of the following sentence:
I'm convinced that staying in London is absolutely necessary. A. Giving opinions B. Disagreeing C. Making suggestions D. Agreeing
Đáp án đúng là: Giving opinions
Vì: The sentence starts with the phrase “I am convinced that”, which is used in giving opinions. Câu 4:
What is the function of the following sentence:
I'm not sure I agree. I think with e-mail and the Internet we can have enough contact with the outside world wherever we are. A. Making suggestions B. Disagreeing C. Agreeing D. Giving opinions
Đáp án đúng là: Disagreeing
Vì: The sentence starts with “I'm not sure I agree”, which is used in expressing polite disagreements. Câu 5:
What is the function of the following sentence:
How about introducing special payments to help younger staff buy a house in London? A. Making suggestions B. Agreeing C. Disagreeing D. Giving opinions
Đáp án đúng là: Making suggestions
Vì: The structure “How about + Ving” is used to make suggestions. Câu 6:
Which phrase is used in making concessions?
A. That’s out of the question. B. That’s OK, as long as… C. How about …? D. Why don’t…?
Đáp án đúng là: That’s OK, as long as…
Vì: The structure “as long as” means “miễn là” which is used to make concessions. Câu 7:
What is the function of the following sentence:
I feel that we are not being as productive here as we could be in a quieter place. A. Giving opinions B. Agreeing C. Making suggestions D. Disagreeing