Đề thi khảo sát đội tuyển Olympic truyền thống 30/4 - Lần 1 môn Tiếng Anh

ĐỀ THI KHẢO SÁT ĐỘI TUYỂN OLYMPIC TRUYỀN THỐNG 30/4 - LẦN 1 Ngày thi: 15/02/2025 MÔN THI: TIẾNG ANH THỜI GIAN: 180 phút
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A. MULTIPLE CHOICE (50 PTS) I.
LEXICO-GRAMMAR (20 PTS): Choose the best options to complete the following sentences.
1. While the family were asleep, the burglar picked the lock of their front door and crept ________ into their living room. A. lazily B. stealthily C. clumsily D. criminally
2. In the evening, they threw petrol on to the bonfire and the sudden _______ lit up the whole campsite. A. glow B. twinkle C. spark D. flare
3. Disney Pixar’s Soul 2020 was a fantastic film. My children enjoyed it _______. A. endlessly B. unendingly C. without end D. no end
4. When he examined the gun, detective Edogawa Conan’s suspicion turned into ________. A. certainty B. confirmation C. reality D. conclusion
5. Although the twins look identical, they have widely _______ opinions on almost every topic under the sun. A. distinct B. dissimilar C. divergent D. distinguished
6. Most teachers nowadays have to take private pupils in order to ___________ their virtually insufficient salary. A. augment B. expand C. complete D. inflate
7. This watercolor picture of the Sun looked very impressive but in fact it had been__________ from another. A. imitated B. emulated C. copied D. faked
8. After the year 1945, the Vietnamese government effortlessly fought to eradicate the ________ of starvation caused by the war. A. leftovers B. legacy C. remains D. tradition
9. The school committee decided to pay ______ to their famous Nobel-winner alumni by naming the new gym after her. A. esteem B. homage C. honour D. respect
10. The old woman ________ her son’s girlfriend up and down, and then asked her in. A. watched B. observed C. noticed D. eyed
11. ______ instructed me how to make a good preparation for a job interview.
A. John Robbins, that I spoke to by telephone,
B. John Robbins I spoke to by telephone,
C. John Robbins to that I spoke by telephone,
D. John Robbins, whom I spoke to by telephone,
12. George wouldn’t have met Mary ____ to his brother’s graduation party. A. has not gone B. had not gone C. had he not gone
D. if he shouldn’t have gone
13. By the end of this year, Nam _______ English for 7 years, but he will still need more training and
experience before he masters the language.
A. will have been studying B. has been studying C. will be studying D. has studied 1
14. We’ve had______ problems with our new computer that we had to send it back to the shop. A. so B. such C. enough D. too
15. In no way ______ that people will be prevented from organizing peaceful protests. A. this law means B. means this law
C. this law does mean D. dose this law mean
16. This is the second time you ______ your door key. A. are losing B. lose C. lost D. have lost
17. He was the last man ______ the ship. A. who leave B. to leave C. leaving D. left
18. Not only ______ to determine the depth of the ocean floor, but it is also used to locate oil. A. seismology is used B. using seismology C. is seismology used D. to use seismology
19. Mary _________ with her dolls when she was younger. A. used to play
B. is used to playing C. used to playing D. is used to play
20. Margaret would prefer ______ books rather than see their screen adaptations. A. to read B. reading C. read D. having read
21. Nobody was harmed in the fire, _____? A. was he B. wasn't he C. were they D. weren't they
22. The bed-ridden old man objected _____ as a burden on his family. A. to being regarded B. at his being regarded C. with his regarding D. for regarding
23. It was not until he took off his dark glasses _______ I realized he was a famous film star. A. as B. that C. though D. since
24. National Assembly Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan said that ______, a large number of women and
girls in various areas in the world are being discriminated and subjected to violence.
A. though positive outcomes in gender equality and women empowerment
B. despite of positive outcomes in gender equality and women empowerment
C. in spite positive outcomes in gender equality and women empowerment
D. in spite of positive outcomes in gender equality and women empowerment
25. You ______ use your dictionary during the language test. It’s prohibited. A. mustn’t B. oughtn’t C. mightn’t D. needn’t
26. The business partners vowed that nothing would come __________ them and that the company would survive. A. across B. between C. down D. off
27. The problem with losing weight is that, if you succeed, all your clothes need to be_________. A. cut down B. taken in C. made down D. let down
28. We’re going to have to _______ a lot of money next year to have the house repaired. A. stock up B. knock off C. fork out D. put back
29. The heavy rain lashed down continuously through the night without letting_________. A. out B. over C. on D. up
30. I must _________ my Spanish before I go to Seville. A. make up for B. break out of C. brush up on D. cut out for
31. Located about 60 km southwest of Seoul, this eco city has been planned around a central park and designed
so that every resident can walk to work in the business ________. A. district B. area C. location D. organisation
32. The Higg Boson became hot ___________ talk following the release of a series of Hollywood movies
based loosely around the discovery of a so-called “God Particle”. A. common B. topic C. table D. subject
33. It stands to reason that a touch of humour and optimism can work _________. 2 A. on all cylinders B. spectacles C. wonders D. your finger to the bones
34. As his whole family were doctors, it was in his ___________ to take up that profession A. blood B. spirit C. soul D. heart
35. If you are going to town, keep your eyes ________ for that book I was telling you about. A. peeled B. clean C. wide D. fresh
36. No matter how serious the sporting event, once an animal becomes involved, it will almost certainly steal the ___________. A. highlight B. limelight C. footlight D. spotlight
37. - Nadine: “I’ve been offered $550 for my stereo. Should I take it or wait for a better one?”
Kitty: “Take the $550. ______.”
A. Actions speak louder than words
B. Kill two birds with one stone
C. The early bird catches the worm
D. A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush
38. Owing to the heavy traffic on the road to the airport, it was ________ whether we would be in time to catch our plane.
A. win or lose B. touch and go C. come and go D. on and off
39. As an active person, he always feels he’s in a ________ in his boring job as a proofreader - he needs a change. A. ridge B. rut C. ditch D. tunnel
40. The movie ‘Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone’ takes considerable _________ with the novel that it is based on. A. liberties B. privileges C. enlightenments D. deliverances Your answers: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. II.
GUIDED CLOZE (10 PTS): Read the text below and decide which answer best fits each space.
(41) ___________ popular belief, one does not have to be a trained programmer to work online. Of course,
there are plenty of jobs available for people with high-tech computer skills, but the growth of new media has
(42) ___________up a wide range of Internet career opportunities requiring only a minimal level of technical
(43) ___________. Probably one of the most well-known online job opportunities is the job of webmaster.
However, it is hard to define one basic job description for this position. The qualifications and responsibilities
depend on what tasks a particular organization neeads a webmaster to (44) ___________.
To specify the job description of a webmaster, one needs to identify the hardware and software that the website
will manage to run (45) ___________. Different typres of hardware and software require different skill sets
to manage them. Another key factor is whether the website will be running internally or externally. Finally,
the responsibilities of a webmaster also depend on whether he or she will be working independently, or
whether the firm will provide people to help. All of these factors need to be considered before one can create
requiring (46) ___________ knowledge of the latest computer applications. (47) ___________, there are also
online jobs available for which traditional skills remain in high (48) ___________. Content jobs require
excellent writing skills and a good sense of the web as a "new media". 3
The term "new media" is difficult to define because it encompasses a (49) ___________ growing set of new
technologies and skills. Specifically, it includes websites, email, Internet technology, CD-ROM, DVD,
streaming audio and video, interactive multimedia presentations, e-books, digital music, computer illustration,
video games, (50) ___________ reality, and computer artistry. 41. A. Apart from B. Contrary to C. Prior to D. In contrast to 42. A. taken B. sped C. set D. opened 43. A. expertise B. master C. efficiency D. excellency 44. A. conduct B. perform C. undergone D. overtake 45. A. on B. over C. in D. with 46. A. built-in B. up-market C. in-service D. in-depth 47. A. However B. Therefore C. Moreover D. Then 48. A. content B. demand C. reference D. requirement 49. A. constantly B. continually C. increasingly D. invariably 50. A. fancy B. imaginative C. illusive D. virtual Your answers: 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. B. WRITTEN TEST (70 PTS) I. READING (20 PTS)
Passage A: Read the text below and choose the best answer to each question.
Coffee and Climate Change
Coffee is an internationally beloved beverage, of which 2.25 billion cups are consumed each day around
the world. It not only provides billions of people with energy for their workdays, but it also supports the
livelihoods of over 120 million people in 70 countries. However, all of this will soon be at risk. With the
changes in climate predicted in the near future, many of the current coffee production areas in mountainous,
tropical regions, will become untenable for the crop. Areas that are currently suitable for growing coffee will
likely be reduced by 50 percent by the year 2050, yet demand for the drink is expected to double by that same year.
The primary species of coffee that are cultivated for mass consumption are Coffee Arabica, commonly
known as Arabica coffee, and Coffee canephora, commonly called Robusta coffee. Of the two, Arabica has
the classic rich and smooth coffee taste, while Robusta is not as palatable to the broader public, having a
harsher taste and being used mainly in less expensive coffee blends. Arabica coffee, which grows in the narrow
region known as the Coffee Belt (stretching from Central America through sub-Saharan Africa and southern
Asia), is difficult to cultivate as it requires a stable environment with specific temperatures and amounts of
precipitation. A change in temperature of just a couple of degrees reduces its quality and taste profile. Because
of this, rising temperatures and altered rainfall patterns are already causing a variety of problems for coffee
farms growing Arabica, which is now officially endangered. Some production can be moved to higher
elevations where temperatures are lower, but not all regions have this option. This means that over the next
few decades, along with decreasing crop yields, the taste and quality of coffee is likely decrease, just as the price will increase.
Not only are the cultivated varieties of coffee in danger, but also six in 10 species of wild coffee are at
risk of extinction. Wild coffee is an important genetic resource for coffee production. The wild species help
maintain the diversity and thus stability of all coffee plants, since they can be used as a source of seed and for
creating hybrid varieties that are hardier. The majority of the wild coffee species are found in sub-Saharan
Africa and Madagascar, where deforestation, human encroachment, and disease are killing them off. It is
estimated that wild coffee will be extinct by 2080. 4
While those predictions may seem far off, current warmer temperatures are already exacerbating the threat
of diseases which attack coffee plants such as coffee rust, and detrimental pests such as the coffee berry borer.
Up until recently the coffee berry borer was only found at altitudes up to 1,500 meters above sea level, but it
is now being found at higher altitudes due to warmer temperatures and increased humidity. Already this pest
alone causes annual losses of hundreds of millions of dollars in coffee beans. Thus, as the climate changes
and diseases and pests increase, there will likely be a surge in pesticide use – another factor that will reduce
the quality of the final product.
[A ■] Scientists have been developing strategies to try to cope with the effects of climate change on coffee
production for years, including the creation of a gene bank to preserve the genetic diversity of coffee and a
catalog of coffee plants with information on their preferred climate and pest susceptibility. [B ■] On the
ground, coffee retailers and institutions have been working with farmers to develop and implement sustainable
agricultural practices. [C ■] Finally, a main goal is to breed hybrid disease- and climate-resilient strains of
coffee. [D ■] These changes may take decades to bear fruit, but will no doubt be well-received by coffee
farmers and the coffee-drinking public alike.
1. Which of the following can be inferred from paragraph 2?
A. Robusta coffee is not found in the Coffee Belt.
B. Coffee production must be moved north of the Coffee Belt.
C. Robusta coffee is easier to cultivate than Arabica.
D. Most people are familiar with and prefer the taste of Arabica coffee.
2. All of the following statements describe Arabica coffee EXCEPT _______.
A. It grows in sub-Saharan Africa.
B. It relies on stable levels of rainfall. C. Its taste is jarring. D. It is already endangered.
3. The word “palatable” in paragraph 2 closest in meaning to _______. A. acceptable B. understandable C. appetizing D. intriguing
4. The word “they” in paragraph 3 refers to _______. A. genetic resources B. wild species of coffee C. all coffee plants D. cultivated varieties
5. Which of the sentences below best expresses the essential information in the highlighted sentence in the
passage? Incorrect choices change the meaning in important ways or leave out essential information.
A. Extinction is a risk for certain species of coffee.
B. Both cultivated coffee and a majority of wild coffee species are in danger.
C. Cultivated varieties of coffee are not in danger, but wild coffee is.
D. It’s important to cultivate wild varieties of coffee to remove the risk of extinction.
6. The word “encroachment” in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to _______. A. destruction B. pollution C. overconsumption D. intrusion
7. All of the following are a danger to coffee plants, EXCEPT _______. A. rainfall B. humidity C. disease D. deforestation
8. Look at the four squares [■] that indicate where the following sentence could be added to the passage?
“Without support they have little capacity to adapt to the changing conditions, and the burden on their
communities may be heavy.”
Where would the sentence best fit? Choose the letter of the square that shows where the sentence should be added. A. [A] B. [B] C. [C] D. [D]
9. The word “cope” in paragraph 5 is closest in meaning to _______. A. combat B. succumb to C. handle D. overcome
10. Select the THREE main ideas that best complete the summary. Some options include minor or irrelevant details.
Introductory sentence: Climate change has a negative impact on coffee production. 5
A. Temperature and rainfall changes, as well as pests and disease, are threatening coffee plants.
B. Coffee production supports the livelihoods of millions of people.
C. Coffee plants at higher altitudes are now also at risk.
D. Scientists are gathering data and creating new strains of coffee plants to deal with the effects of climate change.
E. Wild varieties of coffee, which are an important genetic resource, are going extinct.
F. The effects of climate change are causing losses of hundreds of millions of dollars. A. A, D, E B. A, B, F C. A, D, F D. B, D, E Your answers: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
Passage B: In the passage below, five paragraphs have been removed. Read the passage and choose from
the paragraphs A-F the one which fits each gap. There is ONE extra paragraph which you do not need to
use. Write your answers in the corresponding numbered box provided.(10pts)
Just at that turning between Market Road and the lane leading to the chemist's shop he had his
'establishment'. At eight in the evening you would not see him, and again at ten you would see nothing, but
between those times he arrived, sold his goods and departed. Those who saw him remarked thus, 'Lucky
fellow! He has hardly an hour's work a day and he pockets ten rupees - even graduates are unable to earn that!
Three hundred rupees a month!' He felt irritated when he heard such glib remarks and said, 'What these folks
do not see is that I sit before the oven practically all day frying all this ...' 11
At about 8.15 in the evening he arrived with a load of stuff. He looked as if he had four arms, so many
things he carried about him. His equipment was the big tray balanced on his head with its assortment of edibles,
a stool stuck in the crook of his arm, a lamp in another hand and a couple of portable legs for mounting his
tray. He lit the lamp, a lantern which consumed six pies' worth of kerosene every day, and kept it near at hand,
since he had to guard a lot of loose cash and a variety of miscellaneous articles. 12
He always arrived in time to catch the cinema crowd coming out after the evening show. A pretender
to the throne, a young scraggy fellow, sat on his spot until he arrived and did business, but he did not let that
bother him unduly. In fact, he felt generous enough to say, 'Let the poor rat do his business when I am not
there.' This sentiment was amply respected, and the pretender moved off a minute before the arrival of the prince among caterers. 13
Though so much probing was going on, he knew exactly who was taking what. He knew by an
extaordinary sense which of the jukta drivers was picking up chappatis at a given moment - he could even
mention the license number. He knew that the stained hand nervously coming up was that of a youngster who
polished the shoes of passers-by. And he knew exactly at what hour he would see the wrestler's arm searching
for the perfect duck's egg. His custom was drawn from the population swarming the pavement: the boot polish
boys, for instance, who wandered to and fro with brush and polish in a bag, endlessly soliciting 'Polish, sir,
polish!' Rama had a soft spot for them. 14
It rent his heart to see their hungry hollow eyes. It pained him to see the rags they wore. And it made
him very unhappy to see the tremendous eagerness with which they came to him. But what could he do? He
could not run a charity show, that was impossible. He measured out their half-glass of coffee correct to a
fraction of an inch, but they could cling to the glass for as long as they liked. 6
All the coppers that men and women of this part of the universe earned through their miscellaneous
jobs ultimately came to him at the end of the day. He put all his money into a little cloth bag dangling from
his neck under his shirt, and carried it home, soon after the night show had started at the theatre.
He lived in the second lane behind the market. His wife opened the door, throwing into the night air
the scent of burnt oil which perpetually hung about their home. She snatched from his hand all the ecumbrances
and counted the cash immediately. 15
After dinner, he tucked a betel leaf and tobacco in his cheek and slept. He had dreams of traffic
constables bullying him to move on and health inspectors saying he was spreading all kinds of disease and
depopulating the city. But fortunately in actual life no one bothered him very seriously. The health officer no
doubt came and said, 'You must put all this under a glass lid, otherwise I shall destroy it some day... Take care!'
But he was a kindly man in private. 'How the customers survive the food, I can't understand. I suppose
people build up a sort of immunity to such poisons, with all that dust blowing on it and the gutter behind.'
Rama no doubt violated all the well-accepted canons of cleanliness and sanitation, but still his
customers not only survived his fare but seemed actually to flourish on it, having consumed it for years without
showing signs of being any the worse for it. Paragraphs
A. Rama prepared a limited quantity of snacks for sale, but even then he had to carry back remnants.
He consumed some of it himself, and the rest he warmed up and brought out for sale the next day.
B. No one could walk past his display without throwing a look at it. A heap of bondas, which seemed
puffed and big but melted in one's mouth; dosais, white, round, and limp, looking like layers of muslin;
chappatis so thin you could lift fifty of them on a little finger; duck's eggs, hard-boiled, resembling a heap of
ivory balls; and perpetually boiling coffee on a stove. He had a separate alluminium pot in which he kept
chutney, which went gratis with almost every item.
C. His customers liked him. They said in admiration, 'Is there another place where you can get six pies
and four chappatis for one anna?' They sat around his tray, taking what they wanted. A dozen hands hovered
about it every minute, because his customers were entitled to pick up, examine, and accept their stuff after proper scrutiny.
D. They gloated over it. 'Five rupees invested in the morning has produced another five...' They
ruminated on the exquisite mystery of this multiplication. Then it was put back for further investment on the
morrow and the gains carefully separated and put away in a little wooden box.
E. He got up when the cock in the next house crowed. Sometimes it had a habit of waking up at three
in the morning and letting out a shriek. 'Why has the cock lost his normal sleep?' Rama wondered as he awoke,
but it was a signal he could not miss. Whether it three o'clock or four, it was all the same to him. He had to get up and start his day.
F. When he saw some customer haggling, he felt like shouting, 'Give the poor fellow a little more.
Don't begrudge it. If you pay an anna more he can have a dosai and a chappati.' Your answers: 11. 12. 13. 14. 15.
Passage C: For questions 16-20, you are going to read an extract about food ans cooking. Answer the
questions by choosing from the sections of the extract (A - D). The sections may be chosen more than
once. Write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes provided on the answer sheet. 7
Starting out on your career
Are you a graduate trying to plan out the best career path for yourself? We've asked five careers consultants
to give some tips on how to go about it. A. Consultant A
A university degree is no guarantee of a job, and job hunting in itself requires a whole set of skills. If you find
you are not getting past the first interview, ask yourself what is happening. Is it a failure to communicate or
are there some skills you lack? Once you see patterns emerging it will help you decide whether the gaps you
have identified can be filled relatively easily. If you cannot work out what the mismatch is, get back to the
selection panel with more probing questions, and find out what you need to do to bring yourself up to the level
of qualification that would make you more attractive to them: but be careful to make this sound like a genuine
request rather than a challenge or complaint. B. Consultant B
Do not be too dispirited if you are turned down for a job, but think about the reasons the employers give. They
often say it is because others are 'better qualified', but they use the term loosely. Those who made the second
interview might have been studying the same subject as you and be of similar ability level, but they had
something which made them a closer match to the selector's ideal. That could be experience gained through
projects or vacation work, or it might be that they were better at communicating what they could offer. Do not
take the comments at face value: think back to the interviews that generated them and make a list of where
you think the shortfall in your performance lies. With this sort of analytical approach you will eventually get your foot in the door. C. Consultant C
Deciding how long you should stay in your first job is a tough call. Stay too long and future employers may
question your drive and ambition. Of course, it depends where you are aiming. There can be advantages in
moving sideways rather than up, if you want to gain real depth of knowledge. If you are a graduate, spending
five or six years in the same job is not too long provided that you take full advantage of the experience.
However, do not use this as an excuse for apathy. Graduates sometimes fail to take ownership of their careers
and take the initiative. It is up to you to make the most of what's available within a company, and to monitor
your progress in case you need to move on. This applies particularly if you are still not sure where your career path lies. D. Consultant D
It is helpful to think through what kind of experience you need to get your dream job and it is not a problem
to move around to a certain extent. But in the early stages of your career you need a definite strategy for
reaching your goal, so think about that carefully before deciding to move on from your first job. You must
cultivate patience to master any role. There is no guarantee that you will get adequate training, and research
has shown that if you do not receive proper help in a new role, it can take 18 months to master it. E. Consultant E
A prospective employer does not want to see that you have changed jobs every six months with no thread
running between them. You need to be able to demonstrate the quality of your experience to a future employer,
and too many moves too quickly can be a bad thing. In any company it takes three to six months for a new
employee to get up to speed with the structure and the culture of the company. From the company's
perspective, they will not receive any return on the investment in your salary until you have been there for 18
months. This is when they begin to get most value from you - you are still fired up and enthusiastic. If you
leave after six months it has not been a good investment - and may make other employers wary.
Which section mentions the following?
16. Keep your final objective in mind when you are planning to change jobs.
17. It takes time to become familiar with the characteristics of a company you have joined. 8
18. You should demonstrate determination to improve your job prospects.
19. Make sure your approach for information is positive in tone.
20. It is not certain that you will be given very much support in your job initially. Your answers: 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. II.
OPEN CLOZE (10 PTS): Fill in each gap with ONE word to make a meaningful passage.
In the past, teachers were primarily seen as sources of knowledge, responsible for (1) ____________
information to students. However, in today’s rapidly changing world, their role has expanded significantly.
Teachers are no longer just educators but also mentors, motivators, and facilitators of learning. Their influence
goes beyond textbooks, shaping students’ personal development and preparing them for future challenges.
One of the key responsibilities of modern teachers is to foster critical thinking. Instead of simply providing
answers, they encourage students to (2) _________________, question, and solve problems independently.
This skill is essential in a world where information is easily accessible, and the ability to evaluate it critically
is more valuable than memorization. Moreover, teachers play a crucial role in promoting (3)
_______________ learning. With the rise of technology and online education, students have more access to
information than ever before. Teachers must guide them in using digital resources effectively while ensuring
that they develop the discipline required for self-directed learning.
Beyond academics, teachers are also responsible for students’ emotional well-being. They provide emotional
support, help build self-confidence, and create a positive learning environment. In many cases, they act as role
(4) ___________ , demonstrating values such as respect, perseverance, and responsibility. Another
significant aspect of modern teaching is inclusivity. Teachers must adapt their methods to (5)
_________________ diverse learning needs, ensuring that all students, regardless of their abilities or
backgrounds, receive a quality education. This requires communication skills, patience, and creativity in
lesson planning. Collaboration is another essential part of a teacher’s role. They must work closely with
parents, administrators, and the wider community to create a supportive educational environment. Effective
(6) ________________ between teachers and families can enhance student performance and well-being.
Additionally, teachers need to continuously update their knowledge and teaching methods. Professional
development is vital in helping them stay informed about new educational trends, technologies, and best
practices. A (7) _______________ to lifelong learning ensures that teachers remain effective and adaptable in their profession.
Despite these challenges, teaching remains one of the most (8) ______________ careers. Seeing students
grow, achieve their goals, and become responsible citizens is an enriching experience. However, it is important
for society to recognize and appreciate the hard work and dedication of teachers.
In conclusion, the role of teachers in modern society goes far beyond delivering lessons. They shape young
minds, (9) ____________ critical skills, and prepare students for the complexities of the modern world. Their
contribution is invaluable in creating a knowledgeable, responsible, and progressive society. As education
continues to evolve, so too must the (10) _________________ of teachers, ensuring they meet the needs of future generations. Your answers: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 9 III.
WORD FORMATION (20 PTS)
PART A: Supply the correct form of the words in the brackets. 1.
The unresponsive audience made the lecturer somewhat (HEART)_______. What a shame. 2.
As a result, they were in constant battles with one another, with each in turn getting their
(COME)__________ for pranks which were often quite violent. 3.
With a cutting width of 56cm, the Harrier 56 is a powerful (PROPEL) _________ mower that makes
tackling the larger lawn a pleasure 4.
In (ROBOT)_________, virtual reality is being used to allow human intervention in environments that
are too dangerous for actual human presence. 5.
In these fantasy stories, gods are (MORPH)____________ personifications who exist simply because people believe in them.
6. She had enjoyed the ___________ of colleagues, and the mild flirtation which often underlay it. (COMRADE)
7. Upholders of the scientific faith shudder at the implications of having to mix it with such _______ subjective and impure elements. (REDEEM)
8. We have a number of technical publications on various oil products including lubricants, bitumen, and
_______ petroleum gas. (LIQUID)
9. The country had been _______ from thirteen years of middle-level Conservative rule of reasonable
efficiency, modest dynamism but small-power idealism. (MANCIPLE)
10. Some things are ________ true: Water is wet, gra is green (kind of), dogs bark and houses prices rise, (ALIEN) Your answers: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
PART B: Complete the passage with the correct forms of the words given in the box. SHUT FLIP EXEMPT DISCRETION EARN FLOW HEIGHT INVEST RESPECT METER
Calendar 2018 was an eventful year and numerous moving variables led to (11)________ volatility in
the stock market. Markets across the globe came under pressure as growth worries intensified following trade
war tensions and now a US government (12)________.
Concerns over the same have been voiced by the many central bankers across the globe and we hope
these may lead to lower pace of tightening or a pause by the central banks to support growth in their (13)
________ economies. This, in turn, will support stock markets. On the (14) ________ flipside, the Fed has
already planned two more rate hikes instead of three, and those would dry up some liquidity in the emerging markets like India.
Back home, the silver lining is that the macro (15) ________ such as oil prices, bond yields and
liquidity, which ruined market sentiments in the 2018, now appear to have turned favourable. From the peak
of $80 a barrel hit in early October, oil prices are now hovering at around $50. A drop in Iran’s oil 10
production/exports from May 2019, when US will remove its (16) ________ for eight countries still importing
oil from Iran, may restrict supplies and push up crude oil prices.
The Indian stock market saw a net (17) ________ of $4.58 billion in 2018, the steepest selloff in a
decade. Yet, India did well compared with other emerging markets, and the reason behind it was the large
flows coming through domestic institutions. As India grows, we will continue to see the clout of domestic
(18) ________ grow, as that of foreign players.
Strong consumer loan growth and rising real income will boost consumer (19) ________ spends,
whereas a likely turn in private capex (capital expenditure) cycle and strong public capex should will continue
to boost the overall economy and corporate (20) ________ . Your answers: 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. IV.
SENTENCE TRANSFORMATION (20 PTS): Rewrite the following sentences in such a way
that they have the same meaning as the original ones, using the given words. 1.
A new arrangement over working conditions has been made between the management and the Union. STRUCK ➢
…………………………………………………………………………………………. 2.
You must do anything you can to make the negotiations successful. STOPS ➢
…………………………………………………………………………………………. 3.
He’s a pleasant man socially, but he’s a tough businessman. BARGAIN ➢
………………………………………………………………………………………... 4.
I burst into laughter when I heard about Harry’s adventure with the bull. SIDES ➢
…………………………………………………………………………………………. 5.
In his place, I wouldn’t care too much about my reputation. HOOTS ➢
…………………………………………………………………………………………. 6.
You won’t tell anyone about it, will you? HAT ➢
You …………………………………………………………………………………… 7.
Al Pacino gave the best performance of all as the bride’s father. STOLE ➢
Al Pacino ………………………………………………………………………………. 8.
His questioning didn’t bring out any new evidence in the case. LIGHT ➢
His questioning …………………………………………………………………………. 9.
Erik is never happier than when he’s out on the lake in his boat. ELEMENT ➢
Erik ………………………………………………………………………………………. 10.
You would have enjoyed yourself if you had come to Cuba with us. LIFE ➢
Had ………………………………………………………………………………………
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