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CLOZE TEST 01

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that

best fits each the numbered blanks.

The first thing that is included in the "living together” (26) ________ is the expected good relations with

your family. This also involves sharing equally the housework. (27) ________of people think that everyone

should share the housework equally, but in many homes parents do most of it. To certain minds, many

families can't share the housework whereas they should try it. In fact, sharing the housework equally is not

very possible because of the families' timetable. So, it is somehow believed that children and parents must do

things together. For this they can establish a housework planning.

(28) ________, housework's contributions of the teenager make him more responsible. He will think

that he has an important role in his family. According to researchers, teenagers should share the housework

because (29) ________ will help them when they have to establish their own family in the future. Too many

teenagers and young adults leave home without knowing how to cook or clean, but if parents delegate basic

housework to teens as they are old enough to do it, they won't be destabilized by doing the housework in

their new grown-up life.

It can be (30) ________concluded that many parents don't really prepare their children for future,

because they don't stimulate them to learn how to run a house. If parents get them responsible, teens will be

more responsible and that will improve family's life.

(Source: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013)

Question 26. A. custom B. tradition C. notion D. trend

Question 27. A. lots B. few C. little D. a lot of

Question 28. A. In addition B. However C. In contrast D. In case

Question 29. A. which B. what C. that D. who

Question 30. A. likely B. probably C. auspiciously D. possibly

CLOZE TEST 02

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that

best fits each the numbered blanks.

Why is it that many teenagers have the energy to play computer games until late at night but can’t find

the energy to get out of bed (25) _______ for school? According to a new report, today’s generation of

children are in danger of getting so (26) _______ sleep that they are putting their mental and physical health

at (27) _______. Adults can easily survive on seven to eight hours’ sleep a night, (28) _______ teenagers

require nine or ten hours. According to medical experts, one in five youngsters (29) _______ anything

between two and five hours’ sleep a night less than their parents did at their age.

(By Tim Falla and Paul A.Davies, Solutions Advanced. OUP)

Question 26. A. behind time B. about time C. in time D. at time

Question 27. A. few B. less C. much D. little

Question 28. A. jeopardy B. threat C. risk D. danger

Question 29. A. or B. because C. whereas D. so

Question 30. A. puts B. gets C. brings D. makes

CLOZE TEST 3

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct

word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

An A level is an Advanced level GCE qualification. This exam is (26) ____ taken after two years of A

level study, following the O level/IGCSE exams. Students can take any number of A level exams; in the UK,

most college students take three or four A level exams for their final two years of study. The (27) ____ of A

levels to be taken will often depend on the qualifications that the university chosen requires. A level results

can open doors to undergraduate studies at some of the best higher educational institutions in the world, and

to a wide range of professional and vocational courses (28) _______ can help build skills for an exciting and

rewarding career. In many countries round the world, some schools follow the GCE syllabus to prepare their

pupils for taking A level exams. Students at these schools should enquire at their school about how they can

still take A level exams and can register as a private individual with the British Council.

In order to register for an A level exam one will need to complete an entry form which will become

available at the British Council offices. Forms usually become (30) ____ for January examinations in early

August of the preceding year. For May/June examinations, they are available in early December of the

preceding year.

(Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com)

Question 26: A. normally B. popularly C. largely D. noticeably

Question 27: A. sum B. number C. amount D. quantity

Question 28: A. what B. that C. when D. who

Question 29: A. at B. in C. for D. into

Question 30: A. availability B. avail C. availably D. available

CLOZE TEST 04

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct

word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25 to 29.

In such a costly and competitive society and world, no one of us can live without money. We need

money to fulfill our basic needs of the life such as buying food, and (26) ________ many basic necessities of

life which are almost impossible to buy without money. People in the society (27)______are rich and have

property are looked as honourable and respectful person of the society however a poor person is seen as

hatred without any good impression.

Money increases the position of the person in the society and (28)______a good impression to him. All

of us want to be rich by earning more money through good job or business in order to fulfil all the increasing

demands of the modern age. (29)______, only few people get this chance of completing their dreams of

being a millionaire.

So, money is the thing of great importance all through the life. Money is required by everyone whether

he/she is rich or poor and living in urban areas or rural areas. People in the urban areas are earning more

money than the people living in backward or rural areas as the people of the urban areas have more

(30)______to the technologies and get more opportunity because of the easy sources.

(Adapted from https://www.indiacelebrating.com)

Question 26: A. other B. some C. many D. few

Question 27: A. where B. what C. who D. which

Question 28: A. gives B. does C. takes D. draws

Question 29: A. Besides B.Therefore C. Moreover D. However

Question 30: A. way B. exit C. access D. order

CLOZE TEST 05

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct

word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

Have you ever had the feeling that people older than you are hard to understand? Or, have you felt like

people from younger generations just don't get it? Maybe you find it easier to connect with people (26)

__________ are closer to your age than those who are older or younger than you. You can probably thank

the generation gap for these feelings.

There are (27) ________six generations living in the United States: the Greatest Generation, Silent

Generation, Baby Boomers, Generation X, Millennials, and Generation Z. Each generation has its own

unique set of characteristics and norms. (28)________, the Greatest Generation (born 1901-1924) is known

for its patriotism, hard workers, and loyalty to institutions. The Millennials (born 1980-2000) are (29)

______ by their dependence on technology, detachment from traditional institutions, optimism, and open-

mindedness. It is no wonder that many people from different generations have a hard time understanding

each other.

Generation gap refers to differences in actions, beliefs, interests, and opinions that exist between (30)

_______ from different generations. So, what causes these differences?

(Source: https://study.com/academy)

Question 26. A. who B. whom C. which D. what

Question 27. A. approximately B. apparently C. contemporarily D. currently

Question 28. A. Such as B. For example C. Accordingly D. However

Question 29. A. characterize B. characterized C. characteristic D. characteristically

Question 30. A. members B. individuals C. persons D. human beings

CLOZE TEST 06

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase

that best fits each the numbered blanks.

The ability to be independent is something that not everyone possesses. (26) , you need to

be independent in order to survive in the world. Learning to support yourself is (27)_______for any

success you ever hope to achieve.

At the end of the day, you only have yourself to fall back on, so it is exceedingly important to be

able to handle things on your own. It is all about being secure with who you are and what you believe in.

It is extremely empowering knowing that you are (28) _______ control of your own life and your own

choices. It is much more beneficial to listen to the voice inside yourself rather than the berating

(29)_________ of others.

We rely on others far more than it is necessary. People put their happiness in the hands of a

significant other, thinking this will bring them fulfillment. This is a fatal error too many people make

these days.

Do you always want to feel dependent on someone else? Of course not. Not only are you limiting

yourself, you are more than likely becoming a burden to this person. We need to learn how to make

decisions on our own. I understand asking your friends their opinion on a fashion decision, but do we

really need to consult others on every minimal decision we have to make? Think of things (30)

______are in your best interest and choose that option.

Question 26: A. But B. However C. Therefore D. Thereby

Question 27: A. fundament B.fundamentalism C. fundamental D. fundamentals

Question 28: A. in B. on C. under D. out

Question 29: A. choices B. opinions C. thoughts D. feelings

Question 30: A. what B. why C. which D. that

CLOZE TEST 07

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that

best fits each the numbered blanks.

Welcome to the Netherlands, a tiny country that only extends, at its broadest, 312 km north to south, and

264 km east to west - (25) ________ the land area increases slightly each year as a result of continuous land

reclamation and drainage. With a lot of heart and much to offer, ‘Holland,’ as it is (26) ________known to

most of us abroad - a name stemming from its once most prominent provinces - has more going on per

kilometer than most countries, and more English-speaking natives. You’ll be impressed by its (27) ________

cities and charmed by its countryside and villages, full of contrasts. From the exciting variety on offer, you

could choose a romantic canal boat tour in Amsterdam, a Royal Tour by coach in The Hague, or a hydrofoil

tour around the biggest harbour in the world - Rotterdam. In season you could visit the dazzling bulb fields,

enjoy a full day on a boat, or take a bike tour through the pancake-flat countryside spiced with windmills.

The possibilities are countless and the nationwide tourist office is on hand to give you information and help

you (28) ________reservations. You’ll have (29) ________ language problems here, as the Dutch are true

linguists and English is spoken here almost universally.

Question 26. A. so B. despite C. in spite of D. although

Question 27. A. regularly B. occasionally C. commonly D. unusually

Question 28. A. historic B. historical C. historically D. historian

Question 29. A. sit B. catch C. do D. make

Question 30. A. few B. a few C. little D. a little

CLOZE TEST 08

GOOD FRIENDS

Psychologists have long known that having a set of cherished companions is crucial to mental well-

being. A recent study by Australian investigators concluded that our friends even help to(26)_______our

lives. The study concentrated on the social environment, general health, and lifestyle of 1,477 persons older

than 70 years. The participants were asked how (27) ________ contact they had with friends, children,

relatives and acquaintances.

Researchers were surprised to learn that friendships increased life (28)________ to a far greater extent

than frequent contact with children and other relatives. This benefit held true even after these friends had

moved away to another city and was independent of factors such as socio- economic status, health, and way

of life. According to scientists, the ability to have relationships with people to (29) _________one is

important has a positive effect on physical and mental health. Stress and tendency towards depression are

reduced, and behaviours that are damaging to health, such as smoking and drinking, occur less frequently.

(30)__________, our support networks, in times of calamity in particular, can raise our moods and feelings

of self-worth and offer helpful strategies for dealing with difficult personal challenges.

(Source: Academic Vocabulary in Use by Michael McCarthy and Felicity O’Dell)

Question 26: A. prolong B. lengthen C. stretch D. expand

Question 27: A. much B. many C. few D. lots of

Question 28: A. expectation B. insurance C. expectancy D. assurance

Question 29: A. who B. whom C. what D. that

Question 30: A. otherwise B. for example C. Moreover D.However

CLOZE TEST 09

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct

word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 26 to 30.

Coincident with concerns about the accelerating loss of species and habitats has been a growing

appreciation of the importance of biological diversity, the (26)_________ of species in a particular

ecosystem, to the health of the Earth and human well-being. Much has been written about the

diversity of terrestrial organisms, particularly the exceptionally rich life associated tropical rain forest

habitats. Relatively little has been said, (27) _________, about diversity of life in the sea even

though coral reef systems are comparable to rain forests in terms of richness of life.

An alien exploring Earth would probably (28) ______ priority to the planet's dominants - most

distinctive feature - the ocean. Humans have a bias toward land (29) _____ sometimes gets in the way

of truly examining global issues. Seen from far away, it is easy to realize that landmasses occupy

only one-third of the Earth's surface. Given that two thirds of the Earth's surface is water and that

marine life lives at all levels of the ocean, the total three-dimensional living space of the ocean is

perhaps 100 times (30) _____ than that of land and contains more than 90 percent of all life on

Earth even though the ocean has fewer distinct species.

(Source: https://goo.91/GRvin7V)

Question 26: A. number B. each C. amount D. few

Question 27: A. therefore B. thus C. however D. instead

Question 28: A. make B. have C. give D. bring

Question 29: A. who B. when C. that D. whose

Question 30: A. higher B. bigger C. greater D. larger

CLOZE TEST 10

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or Don your answer sheet to indicate the correct

word for each of the blanks from 25 to 29.

Everyone wants to reduce pollution. But the pollution (25) ____________is as complicated as it is

serious. It is complicated because much pollution is caused by things that benefit people. (26)

____________, exhaust from automobiles causes a large percentage of air pollution. But the automobile

provides transportation for millions of people. Factories discharge much of the material that pollutes the

air and water but factories give (27) ____________to a large number of people.

Thus, to end or greatly reduce pollution immediately, people would have to (28) ____________using

many things that benefit them. Most people do not want to do that, of course. But pollution can be

gradually reduced in several ways. Scientists and engineers can work to find ways to lessen the amount of

pollution that such things as automobiles and factories cause. Governments can pass and enforce laws (29)

____________require businesses and traffic to stop, or to cut down on certain polluting activities.

Question 25: A. event B. accident C. work D. problem

Question 26: A. As a result B. However C. Therefore D. For example

Question 27: A. employed B. employment C. unemployed D. unemployment

Question 28: A. start B. stop C. enjoy D. continue

Question 29:A. whom B. that C. whose D. who

CLOZE TEST 11

Read the following passage and mark A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the blanks.

Higher education also provides a competitive edge in the career market. We all know that in the economic times

we are living in today, finding jobs is not guaranteed. The number of people unemployed is still relatively high, and

the number of new career (25) ___________ isn’t nearly enough to put people in jobs they are seeking. As a job

seeker, you’re competing with a high number of experienced workers (26) ___________ have been out of the

workforce for a while and are also seeking work. (27) ___________, when you have a higher education, it generally

equips you for better job security. Generally speaking, employers tend to value those who have completed college

than those who have only completed high school and are more likely to replace that person who hasn’t (28)

___________a higher education. Furthermore, some companies even go so far as to pay your tuition because they

consider an educated (29) ___________to be valuable to their organization. A college education is an investment

that doesn’t just provide you with substantial rewards. It benefits the hiring company as well.

Question 25: A. responsibilities B. activities C. opportunities D. possibilities

Question 26: A. who B. where C. whose D. which

Question 27: A. Otherwise B. Moreover C. Therefore D. However

Question 28: A. permitted B. refused C. applied D. received

Question 29: A. employment B. employer C. employee D. unemployed

CLOZE TEST 12

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word

for each of the blanks from 25 to 29.

Culture has a strong influence on non-verbal communication. Even the simple act of looking someone in the eye

is not at all that simple. In the USA, Americans are (25) ____________to look directly at people when speaking to

them. It shows interest in what they are saying and is thought to carry a (26) ____________of honesty. Meanwhile,

in Japan and Korea, people avoid long periods of eye contact. It is considered more polite to look to the side during

a conversation. The Lebanese, (27) ____________, stand close together and look intensely into each other's eyes.

The action shows sincerity and gives people a better sense of what their counterparts want. Given such differences

with even the most common expressions, people (28) ____________ travel or work abroad have a

real need to learn the other culture's body language. People tend to be unaware of the messages they are sending to

others. So, it is (29) ____________to consider your own body language before dealing with people from other

cultures. Knowing about the body language of friends, clients, and colleagues can be very helpful in improving

understanding and avoiding miscommunication.

Question 25: A. encouraged B. assisted C. forbidden D. opposed

Question 26: A. sense B. taste C. sound D. touch

Question 27: A. therefore B. in addition C. in contrast D. moreover

Question 28: A. who B. where C. which D. whose

Question 29: A. usefulness B. useful C. useless D. used

CLOZE TEST 13

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word for

each of the blanks from 25 to 29.

Most adults struggle to recall events from their first few years of life and now scientists have identified exactly when

these childhood memories are lost forever. A new study into childhood amnesia has found that it tends to take

(25)___________around the age of seven.

The rapid decline of memories persisting while children are five and six is owing to the change in the way memories

are formed.

Before the age of seven, children tend to have an (26) ___________form of recall with no sense of time and place in

their memories. In older children, however, the early recollected events tend to be more adult like in their content and

the way they are formed. Faster rate of forgetting in children and higher turnover of memories means early memories

are less likely to survive. (27) ___________ , memories of younger children tend to lack

autobiographical narrative leading to a process known as “retrieval induced forgetting” (28) ___________the action of

remembering causes other information to be forgotten. Consequently, if childhood memories can survive into the ninth

or tenth year of life, they may stay a chance of (29) ___________it into adulthood.

Question 25: A. affect B. effective C. effect D. effectively

Question 26: A. unbalanced B. immature C. insufficient D. irrational

Question 27: A. Besides B. However C. Therefore D. Otherwise

Question 28: A. whom B. which C. when D. where

Question 29: A. turning B. making C. transferring D. getting

CLOZE TEST 14

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that

best fits each the numbered blanks.

The knock-on effect of volunteering on the lives of individuals can be profound. Voluntary work helps

foster independence and imparts the ability to deal with different situations, often simultaneously, thus

teaching people how to (25) ________ their way through different systems. It therefore brings people into

touch with the real world; and, hence, equips them for the future.

Initially, young adults in their late teens might not seem to have the expertise or knowledge to impart to

others that say a teacher or agriculturalist or nurse would have, (26) ________ they do have many skills that

can help others. And in the absence of any particular talent, their energy and enthusiasm can be harnessed for

the benefit of their fellow human beings, and ultimately themselves. From (27) ________this, the gain to any

community no matter how many volunteers are involved is (28) ________.

Employers will generally look favorably on people (29) ________ have shown an ability to work as part

of a team. It demonstrates a willingness to learn and an independent spirit, which would be desirable

qualities in any employee.

Question 25. A. give B. work C. put D. take

Question 26. A. so B. but C. or D. for

Question 27. A. all B. none C.above D. both

Question 28. A. unattainable B. immeasurable C. undetectable D. impassible

Question 29. A. which B. whose C. who D. what

CLOZE TEST 15

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that

best fits each the numbered blanks.

THE FAMILY

Statesmen define a family as “a group of individuals having a common dwelling and related by blood,

adoption or marriage, (25) ________ includes common-law relationships”. Most people are born into one of

these groups and will live their lives as a family in such a group.

Although the definition of a family may not change, (26) ________ relationship of people to each other

within the family group changes as society changes. More and more wives are taking paying jobs, and, as a

result, the roles of husband, wife and children are changing. Today, men expect to work for pay for about 40

years of their lives, and, in today’s marriages (27) ________ which both spouses have paying jobs, women

can expect to work for about 30 to 35 years of their lives. This means that men must leam to do their share of

family tasks such as caring for the children and daily (28) ________ chores. Children, too, especially

adolescents, have to (29) ________ with the members of their family in sharing household tasks.

The widespread acceptance of contraception has meant that having children is as matter of choice, not

an automatic result of marriage. Marriage itself has become a choice. As alternatives such as common- law

relationships and single-parent families have become socially acceptable, women will become more

independent.

Question 25. A. which B. that C. what D. it

Question 26. A. a B. any C. some D. the

Question 27. A. in B. for C. with D. to

Question 28. A. home B. family C. house D. household

Question 29. A. carry B. deal C. cooperate D. combine

CLOZE TEST 16

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct

word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25 to 29.

In such a costly and competitive society and world, no one of us can live without money. We need

money to fulfill our basic needs of the life such as buying food, and (25) ________ many basic necessities of

life which are almost impossible to buy without money. People in the society (26)______are rich and have

property are looked as honourable and respectful person of the society however a poor person is seen as

hatred without any good impression.

Money increases the position of the person in the society and (27)______a good impression to him. All

of us want to be rich by earning more money through good job or business in order to fulfil all the increasing

demands of the modern age. (28)______, only few people get this chance of completing their dreams of

being a millionaire.

So, money is the thing of great importance all through the life. Money is required by everyone whether

he/she is rich or poor and living in urban areas or rural areas. People in the urban areas are earning more

money than the people living in backward or rural areas as the people of the urban areas have more

(29)______to the technologies and get more opportunity because of the easy sources.

(Adapted from https://www.indiacelebrating.com)

Question 25: A. other B. some C. many D. few

Question 26: A. where B. what C. who D. which

Question 27: A. gives B. does C. takes D. draws

Question 28: A. Besides B.Therefore C. Moreover D. However

Question 29: A. way B. exit C. access D. order

CLOZE TEST 17

Read the following passage and mark the letter Ay B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct

word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25 to 29.

Why do some people take revenge on others? Why aren’t we able to sort out our problems without

seeking to get (25)______ with those who have hurt us? Apparently, we are simply experiencing a deeply

rooted part of human nature. Our desire for revenge comes from the brain’s limbic system, the most

primitive part of the brain and one that we share with all animals. (26)______, when someone confronts us,

we often prefer attacking verbally or physically rather than try to work out a solution together.

However, unlike animals, we also possess a highly evolved cerebral cortex which allows us to plan and

analyze – and this can make revenge more than just a(n) (27) ______ reaction. A person who feels they have

been wronged may even enjoy planning a creative and appropriate act of revenge. (28) _______people

suggest that taking revenge can be seen as a positive move, allowing you to work through your negative

emotions. However, it can also be dangerous, and you may risk finding yourself in a situation (29)______

rapidly gets out of hand.

Question 25: A. equal B. even C. similar D. fair

Question 26: A. However B. Thus C. Additionally D. Subsequently

Question 27: A. distinctive B. instinctive C. extrinsic D. inborn

Question 28: A. Some B. another C. each D. others

Question 29: A. who B. where C. when D. which

CLOZE TEST 18

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct

word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

An A level is an Advanced level GCE qualification. This exam is (25) ____ taken after two years of A

level study, following the O level/IGCSE exams. Students can take any number of A level exams; in the UK,

most college students take three or four A level exams for their final two years of study. The (26) ____ of A

levels to be taken will often depend on the qualifications that the university chosen requires. A level results

can open doors to undergraduate studies at some of the best higher educational institutions in the world, and

to a wide range of professional and vocational courses (27) _______ can help build skills for an exciting and

rewarding career. In many countries round the world, some schools follow the GCE syllabus to prepare their

pupils for taking A level exams. Students at these schools should enquire at their school about how they can

still take A level exams and can register as a private individual with the British Council.

In order to register for an A level exam one will need to complete an entry form which will become

available at the British Council offices. Forms usually become (29) ____ for January examinations in early

August of the preceding year. For May/June examinations, they are available in early December of the

preceding year.

(Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com)

Question 25: A. normally B. popularly C. largely D. noticeably

Question 26: A. sum B. number C. amount D. quantity

Question 27: A. what B. that C. when D. who

Question 28: A. at B. in C. for D. into

Question 29: A. availability B. avail C. availably D. available

CLOZE TEST 19

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that

best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25 to 29.

GLOBAL WARMING

Few people now question the reality of global warming and its effects on the world's climate. Many

scientists (25) _____________the blame for recent natural disasters on the increase in the world's

temperatures and are convinced that, more than ever before, the Earth is at risk from the forces of the wind,

rain and sun. According to them, global warming is making extreme weather events, such as hurricanes and

droughts, even more (26) _____________and causing sea levels all around the world to rise.

Environmental groups are putting pressure on governments to take action to reduce the amount of carbon

dioxide which is given (27) _____________by factories and power plants, thus attacking the problem at its

source. They are in favor of more money being spent on research into solar, wind and wave energy devices,

(28) _____________ could then replace existing power station.

Some scientists, (29) _____________, believe that even if we stopped releasing carbon dioxide and other

gases into the atmosphere tomorrow, we would have to wait several hundred years to notice the results.

Global warming, it seems, is to stay.

Question 25: A. give B. put C. take D. have

Question 26: A. strict B. severe C. strong D. healthy

Question 27: A. off B. away C. up D. over

Question 28: A. that B. which C. what D. who

Question 29: A. but B. although C. despite D. however

CLOZE TEST 20

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct

word for each of the blanks from 25 to 29.

Is it worth reading books, (25) ___________ nowadays there are so many other forms of entertainment?

(26) __________ people say that even paperback books are expensive, and not everyone can borrow books

from a library. They might add that television is more exciting and that viewers can relax as they watch their

favourite programme. All that may be true, but books are still very popular. They encourage the reader to use

his or her imagination for a start. You can read a chapter of a book, or just a few pages, and then stop. Of

course, it may be so (27) ___________that you can't stop! There are many different kinds of books, so you

can choose a crime novel or an autobiography, or a book (28) ___________gives you interesting

information. If you find it hard to choose, you can read reviews, or ask friends for ideas. Personally, I can't

do without books, but I can (29) ___________up television easily enough. You can't watch television at bus

stops!

Question 25. A. Therefore B. or C. However D. since

Question 26. A. Much B. Some C. Little D. Few

Question 27. A. current B. imagined C. interest D. gripping

Question 28. A. whose B. which C. what D. when

Question 29. A. pick B. look C. give D. turn

CLOZE TEST 21

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct

word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25-29

THE FAMILY

Statesmen define a family as “a group of individuals having a common dwelling and related by blood,

adoption or marriage, (25)________includes common-law relationships”. Most people are born into one of

these groups and will live their lives as a family in such a group.

Although the definition of a family may not change, (26)__________relationship of people to each other

within the family group changes as society changes. More and more wives are taking paying jobs, and, as a

result, the roles of husband, wife and children are changing. Today, men expect to work for pay for about 40

years of their lives, and, in today’s marriages (27)_________which both spouses have paying jobs, women

can expect to work for about 30 to 35 years of their lives. This means that men must learn to do their share

of family tasks such as caring for the children and daily (28) ________chores. Children, too, especially

adolescents, have to (29) __________with the members of their family in sharing household tasks.

The widespread acceptance of contraception has meant that having children is as matter of choice, not

an automatic result of marriage. Marriage itself has become a choice. As alternatives such as common- law

relationships and single-parent families have become socially acceptable, women will become more

independent.

Question 25: A. which B. that C. what D. it

Question 26: A. a B. any C. some D. the

Question 27: A. in B. for C. with D. to

Question 28: A. home B. family C. house D. household

Question 29: A. carry B. deal C. cooperate D. combine

CLOZE TEST 22

Read the following passage and mark the letter A,B, C,or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct

word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 29- 34

Not everybody recognises the benefits of new developments in communications technology. Indeed,

some people fear that text messaging may actually be having a negative (25) _____________on young

people’s communication and language skills, especially when we hear that primary school children may be

at risk of becoming addicted to the habit. So widespread has texting become, however, that even pigeons

have started doing it. (26) _____________, in this case, it’s difficult to view the results as anything but

positive. Twenty of the birds are about to take to the skies with the task of measuring air pollution, each (27)

_____________with sensor equipment and a mobile phone. The readings made by the sensors will be

automatically converted into text messages and beamed to the Internet where they will appear on a dedicated

‘pigeon blog’. The birds will also each have a GPS receiver and a camera to capture aerial photos, and

researchers are building a tiny ‘pigeon kit’ containing all these gadgets (28) __________bird will carry these

in a miniature backpack, apart , that is, from the camera, which will hang around its neck. The data the

pigeons text will be displayed in the form of an interactive map, (29) _________ will provide local residents

with up-to-the-minute information on their local air quality.

Question 25: A. result B. outcome C. effect D. conclusion

Question 26: A. Therefore B. What’s more C. whereas D. That is

Question 27: A. armed B. loaded C. granted D. stocked

Question 28: A. each B. some C. few D. little

Question 29 : A. who B. which C. that D. where

CLOZE TEST 23

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best

answer to each of the following questions 24- 29

The tradition of gift giving is a worldwide (25)_________ that is said to have been around since the

beginning of human beings. Over time, different cultures have developed their own gift giving customs and

traditions.

In France, the gift of wine for the hostess of a dinner party is not an appropriate gift as the hostess

would prefer to choose the vintage for the night. In Sweden, a bottle of wine or flowers are an appropriate

gift for the hostess. In Viet Nam, a gift of whisky is appropriate for the host, and some fruit or small gifts for

the hostess, children or elders of the home. Besides, gifts should never be wrapped in black paper because

this color is unlucky and associated with funerals in this country. Gifts (26)____________symbolize cutting

such as scissors, knives and other sharp objects should be avoided because they mean the cutting of the

relationship. Also, in some countries you should not open the gift in front of the giver and in

(27)__________ it would be an insult if you did not open the gift.

Beyond the gift itself, give careful consideration to the manner in which it is presented. Different

cultures have different customs regarding how a gift should be offered - using only your right hand or using

both hands, (28)_____. Others have strong traditions related to the appropriate way to accept a gift. In

Singapore, for instance, it is the standard to graciously refuse a gift several times before finally accepting it.

The recipient would never unwrap a gift in front of the giver for fear of appearing greedy.

Understanding these traditions and customs, as well as taking time to choose an appropriate gift, will

help you to avoid any awkwardness or (29)__________ as you seek to build a better cross-cultural

relationship.

(Source: http://www.giftypedia.com/International_Gift_Customs)

Question 25: A. exercise B. practice C. work D. task

Question 26: A. what B. that C. where D. who

Question 27: A. others B. other C. the others D. the other

Question 28: A. yet B. instead C. though D. for example

Question 29: A. embarrassment B. excitement C. enjoyment D. joy

CLOZE TEST 24

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that

best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25 to 29.

Organic food is food produced by methods (25)_________conform to the standards of organic farming.

On an overall basis, organic food is prepared and processed without using any chemical fertilizers,

pesticides, or chemical preservatives.

According to environmentalists, fertilizing, overproduction, and the use of pesticides in (26)

___________farming may negatively affect the biodiversity and water supplies. As harmful chemicals are

excluded in organic farming, there is minimal soil, air, and water pollution. This will ensure a (27)

___________and healthier world for our future generations.

Demand for organic foods is also driven by consumer's concerns for healthcare.(28) ______kinds of

organic food have higher vitamin and mineral contents Which help to strengthen the human immune system.

For instance, organic milk is proved to have 60% more omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, vitamins than non-

organic milk. Organic cows are also claimed to give better meat quality. (29) ___________, because organic

food products are controlled by very strict standards, harmful chemicals will be eliminated from our diets,

and only best products are introduced to customers.

Question 25: A. Which B. who C. whom D. what

Question 26: A. valuable B. current C. primary D. conventional

Question 27: A. shorter B. safer C. worse D. longer

Question 28: A. Few B. some C. little D. amount of

Question 29: A. However B. Therefore C.Furthermore D. But

CLOZE TEST 25

Read the following passage and Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that

best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25 to 29.

The first question we might ask is: What can you learn in college that will help you in being an

employee? The schools teach (25) ___________many things of value to the future accountant, doctor or

electrician. Do they also teach anything of value to the future employee? Yes, they teach the one thing that it

is perhaps most valuable for the future employee to know. But very few students bother to learn it. This

basic skill is the ability to organize and express ideas in writing and in speaking. This means that your

success as an employee will depend on your ability to communicate with people and to (26)

___________your own thoughts and ideas to them so they will (27) ___________understand what you are

driving at and be persuaded.

Of course, skill in expression is not enough by itself. You must have something to say in the first place.

The effectiveness of your job depends much on your ability to make other people understand your work as

they do on the quality of the work itself.

Expressing one's thoughts is one skill that the school can (28) ___________teach. The foundations for skill

in expression have to be laid early: an interest in and an ear (29) ___________language; experience in

organizing ideas and data, in brushing aside the irrelevant, and above all the habit of verbal expression. If

you do not lay these foundations during your school years, you may never have an opportunity again.

Question 25: A. a large B. large C. a great D. great

Question 26: A. represent B. transfer C. interpret D. present

Question 27: A. either B. as well C. both D. not

Question 28: A. quite B. really C. truly D. hardly

Question 29: A. in B. for C. by D. if

CLOZE TEST 26

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct

word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

Despite the wealth of information campaigns telling people about global warming and its causes, (25)

_______ people have yet to realize how severe the problem is. Coming climate changes could alter as much

as one third of plant and animal habitats by the end of the 22nd century. These changes could in turn cause

widespread extinctions among plant and animal species around the globe.

Coastal and island habitats are perhaps in the greatest danger (26) _______ they face the combined threats of

warming oceans and rising sea levels. As habitats change, many animals will come under intense pressure to

find more suitable homes for themselves. Mass (27)_______ of at least some animals are certainly to be

expected, but the fact remains that many animals will simply not be able to move fast enough.

Such dire predictions may sound alarmist, but they are based on the rather moderate estimate that the amount

of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere will double by 2100. Many scientists believe, however, (28)_______

this figure is actually very conservative, and they claim that a tripling is far more realistic. If they are (29)

____, the effects on nature will be even more dramatic.

(Source: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2017/climate)

Câu 25: A. almost B. most C. most of D. many of

Câu 26. A. although B. providing C. since D. therefore

Câu 27. A. migrations B. onslaught C. emigration D. extinctions

Câu 28: A. that B. which C. when D. whether

Câu 29. A. precise B. true C. exact D. correct

CLOZE TEST 27

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the

correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25 to 29.

STREET PAPERS

The problem of homelessness is an international one. In the capital cities of the world, the sight of people

begging on the streets is becoming increasingly rare. But all over the world, homeless people are taking the

future into their own (25) _____________. By selling "street papers" they no longer need to beg for a (26)

____________.

The concept of the street paper is simple. It is sold by homeless and ex-homeless people (27) ________

buy it at a fixed price of 30p and sell it to the public for 70p, keeping 40p for themselves. If they have no

money, then they can get the first ten copies on (28) _____________ and pay for them later. Every paper

seller receives training and is given a special identity badge.

The paper itself contains articles of general and social interest, film and book reviews, cartoons and the

occasional celebrity interview. Advertising and sales provide most of the income, and all profits go

(29) ______________ into helping homeless people.

Câu 25. A. heads B. shoulders C. mouths D. hands

Câu 26. A. living B. life C. lively D. live

Câu 27. A. whom B. who C. which D. whose

Câu 28. A. cash B. cheque C. credit D. card

Câu 29. A. forward B. out C. through D. back

CLOZE TEST 28

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that

best ﬁts each of the numbered blanks.

A scientist said robots will be more intelligent than humans by 2029. The scientist's name is Ray Kurzweil.

He works for Google as Director of Engineering. He is one of the world’s leading experts on (25) ______

intelligence (A.I). Mr Kurzweil believes computers will be able to learn from experiences, just like humans.

He also thinks they will be able to tell jokes and stories, and even ﬂirt. Kurzweil‘s 2029 prediction is a lot

sooner than many people thought. The scientist said that in 1999, many A.I. experts said it would be

hundreds of years (26) ____ a computer was more intelligent than a human. He said that it would not be long

before computer (27) ______ is one billion times more powerful than the human brain.

Mr Kurzweil joked that many years ago, people thought he was a little crazy for predicting computers would

be as intelligent as humans. His thinking has stayed the same but everyone else has changed the way they

think. He said: “My views are not radical any more. I've actually stayed (28) ______. It's the rest of the

world that's changing its view.” He highlighted examples of high-tech things we use, see or read about every

day. These things make us believe that computers have intelligence. He said people think differently now:

"Because the public has seen things like Siri (the iPhone’s voice-recognition technology) (29) ______ you

talk to a computer, they've seen the Google self-driving cars."

(Source: https://breakingnewsenglish.com)

Câu 25. A. artificial B. false C. handmade D. fake

Câu 26. A. while B. after C. then D. before

Câu 27. A. intelligent B. intelligently C. intelligence D. intelligences

Câu 28. A. consistent B. insistent C. persistent D. resistant

Câu 29. A. which B. where C. whom D. what

CLOZE TEST 29

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that

best fits each of the numbered blanks.

Sir Isaac Newton, the English scientist and mathematician, was one of the most important figures of the 17th

century scientific revolution. One of his greatest achievement was the discovery of the three laws of motion,

(25) ______ are still used today. But he also had a very unusual personality. Some people would say he was

actually insane.

His father died before he was born, and his mother soon remarried. The young Isaac hated his stepfather so

much that he once (26) _____ to burn his house down - when his stepfather and mother were still inside!

Fortunately he did not, and he went on to graduate from Cambridge without being thrown into prison.

Isaac's first published work was a theory of light and color. When another scientist wrote a paper criticizing

this theory, Isaac flew into an uncontrollable rage. The scientist (27) ______ for the criticism was a man

called Robert Hooke. He was head of the Royal Society, and one of the most respected scientists in the

country. (28)_______, this made no difference to Isaac, who refused to speak to him for over a year.

The simple fact was that Isaac found it impossible to have a calm discussion with anyone. As soon as

someone said something that he disagreed with, he would lose his temper. For this reason he lived a large

part of his life isolated from (29) ______ scientists. It is unlikely that many of them complained.

(Source: https://www.biography.com/scientist/isaac-newton)

Câu 25. A. which B. who C. that D. they

Câu 26. A. shouted B. frightened C. threatened D. warned

Câu 27. A. responsible B. reasonable C. guilty D. attributable

Câu 28. A. Although B. However C. Despite D. What is more

Câu 29. A. another B. others C. one D. other

CLOZE TEST 30

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that

best fits each the numbered blanks.

Ever since it was first possible to make a real robot, people have been hoping for the invention of a

machine that would do all the necessary jobs around the house. If boring and repetitive factory work could

be (25) _______ by robots, why not boring and repetitive household chores too? For a long time the only

people who really gave the problem their attention were amateur inventors. And they came up against a

major difficulty. The housework is (26) _______ very complex. It has never been one job, it has always been

many. A factory robot carries (27) _______ one task endlessly until it is reprogrammed to do something else.

It doesn't run the whole factory. A housework robot, on the other hand, has to do several different types of

cleaning and carrying jobs and also has to cope with all the different shapes and positions of rooms,

furniture, ornaments, cats and dogs.

(28) _______, there have been some developments recently. Sensors are available to help the robot

locate objects and avoid obstacles. We have the technology to produce the hardware and the software - the

programs (29) _______ will operate the machine.

Question 25. A. managed B. succeeded C. made D. given

Question 26. A. actually B. likely C. seriously D. hardly

Question 27. A. away B. out C. over D. off

Question 28. A. Moreover B. However C. Although D. Beside

Question 29. A. Who B. What C. That D. Where

CLOZE TEST 31

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that

best fits each the numbered blanks.

Most educational specialists believe that early schooling should provide children with a(n) (25)

_______ of their own abilities and the self-confidence to use their abilities. One approach recognized by

many (26) _______ as promoting these qualities is the Montessori method, first practised by Maria

Montessori of Italy in the early 1900s. Nancy McCormick Rambusch is credited with (27) _______ the

method in the United States, (28) _______ today there are over 400 Montessori schools. The method helps

children learn for themselves by providing them with instructional materials and tasks that facilitate acts of

discovery and manipulation. Through such exploration, children develop their sense of touch and learn how

to do everyday tasks without adult assistance. (29) _______ benefits include improvement in language

skills, and acquaintance with elements of science, music, and art.

Question 25. A. attitude B. awareness C. knowledge D. attention

Question 26. A. experts B. researchers C. teachers D. tutors

Question 27. A. popularly B. popularity C. popularizing D. popular

Question 28. A. which B. where C. x D. that

Question 29. A. Other B. Others C. Another D. The others

CLOZE TEST 32

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct

word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

Library is a collection of books and other informational materials made available to people for reading,

study, or reference. The word library comes from liber, the Latin word for "book". (25) ____________

library collections have almost always contained a variety of materials. Contemporary libraries maintain

collections that include not only print ed materials such as manuscripts, books, newspapers, and magazines,

but also au dio-visual and online databases. In addition, to maintaining collections within library buildings,

modern libraries often feature telecommunications links that provide users with access to information at

remote sites.

The central mission of a library is to collect, organize, preserve, and provide access to knowledge and

information. In fulfilling this mission, libraries preserve a valuable record of culture that can be passed down

to (26) ____________ generations. Libraries are an essential link in this communication between the past,

present, and future. Wheth er the cultural record is contained in books or in electronic formats, libraries

ensure (27) ____________ the record is preserved and made available for later use.

People use library resources to gain information about personal interests or to ob tain recreational

materials such as films and novels. Students use libraries to supple ment and enhance their classroom

experiences, to learn (28) ____________ in locating sources of information, and to develop good reading

and study habits. Public officials use librar ies to research legislation and public policy issues. One of the

most valued of all cultural institutions, the library (29) ____________ information and services that are

essential to learning and progress.

Question 25: A. Despite B. However C. Therefore D. Instead

Question 26: A. succeeding B. succeed C. successful D. success

Question 27: A. what B. which C. who D. that

Question 28: A. abilities B. skills C. talents D. capacities

Question 29: A. relates B. applies C. supplies D. digests

CLOZE TEST 33

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that

best fits each the numbered blanks.

Culture has a strong influence on non-verbal communication. Even the simple act of looking someone in

the eye is not at all that simple. In the USA, Americans are (25) ____________to look directly at people

when speaking to them. It shows interest in what they are saying and is thought to carry a (26)

____________of honesty. Meanwhile, in Japan and Korea, people avoid long periods of eye contact. It is

considered more polite to look to the side during a conversation. The Lebanese, (27) ____________, stand

close together and look intensely into each other's eyes. The action shows sincerity and gives people a better

sense of what their counterparts want. Given such differences with even the most common expressions,

people (28) ____________travel or work abroad have a real need to learn the other culture's body language.

People tend to be unaware of the messages they are sending to others. So, it is useful to consider your own

body language before dealing (29) __________ people from other cultures. Knowing about the body

language of friends, clients, and colleagues can be very helpful in improving understanding and avoiding

miscommunication.

Question 25. A. encouraged B. assisted C. forbidden D. opposed

Question 26. A. sense B. taste C. sound D. touch

Question 27. A. therefore B. in addition C. in contrast D. moreover

Question 28. A. who B. where C. which D. whose

Question 29. A. of B. with C. from D. over

CLOZE TEST 34

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that

best ﬁts each the numbered blanks.

At present, single-parent families ought to be of great focus, be recognized and supported as they are a

growing family form and should not be an afterthought in family, economic and labor market policies.

Single parent families should be (25) _______ considered and addressed in all family policy discussions and

decisions. (26)________, home-care cash allowances, which are paid to a parent who abstains from

employment to take care for her child at home, can have significant consequences encouraging lower levels

of female employment among single-parent families, (27)________ in turn results in higher childhood

poverty. In this regard, work-life balance policies and workplace practices also need to (28)________ a

single-parent perspective, for example, the impact of non-standard work hours when childcare is not

available.

The provision of educational and skill-building opportunities and affordable quality day care become even

more urgent in families with single parents. Such families should have a higher priority and subsidized

access to childcare facilities. Governmental agencies should be established (29)________ child support

payment from non-resident parents in case of conflicts, disagreements or delayed payments, e.g., after a

divorce or separation.

(Adapted from http://www.socialtrendsinstitute.org/)

Câu 25. A. implicitly B. clearly C. indirectly D. completely

Câu 26. A. For instance B. However C. Moreover D. Therefore

Câu 27. A. who B. whose C. which D. that

Câu 28. A. take responsible for B. take in hand

C. take no notice of D. take account of

Câu 29. A. to facilitate B. facilitating C. facilitated D. facilitate

CLOZE TEST 35

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or

phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25 to 29.

Mother Teresa was one of the most influential personalities of the twentieth century. However, her life was neither

easy nor glamorous. She was born in Skoje, Macedonia in 1910. When she was 8 years old , her father died

unexpectedly,and the family became devastated after a(an) …… (25)…………. of intense grief . At the age of 18 she

left her home in Skopje and joined the Sisters of Loreto, an Irish community of nuns with missions in India. She went

to India as a …… (26)…………. She became a teacher of English in a secondary school. The school was in a nice

area but there were slums nearby. Conditions there were absolutely terrible. She was horrified by …… (27)………….

she saw. She insisted on leaving her comfortable convent and going to live among the poor. At first her superiors tried

to discourage her from leaving the convent but in the end they agreed to …… (28)…………. her go. Soon other

people heard about her work and came to help her. …… (29)…………. she had no money herself, she succeeded in

building shelters for the dying and schools for the poor. By the 1990s, she had become famous and she was eventually

given the Nobel Prize for her service to the poor. Mother Teresa died on September 5

, 1997.

Question 25. A.period B.event C.series D. date

Question 26. A. sister B.minister C. priestess D. missionary

Question 27. A. what B. where C. which D. that

Question 28. A. permit B. let C. allow D. encourage

Question 29. A. Whereas B. Although C. Because D. If

CLOZE TEST 36

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the

correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25 to 29.

If you want to prepare yourself for great achievement and have more to (25)_____to your

education or your work, try reading more books. Pick (26)_____some of the interestingly informative

books and search for well-researched materials that can help you grow.

We should encourage our children to read more books and spend less time watching TV. Some people

have commented that this is inconsistent. "Why is the written word a superior way to get information than

television?" That is an interesting point of view worth further exploration. Reading is a skill that is in much

greater demand than the demand for watching TV. There are no jobs (27) _____ require a person to be

able to watch TV but reading is an integral part of many jobs. The written word is an incredibly flexible

and efficient way of communication. You can write something down and, in no time, it can be

communicated to many different people. Not only that, we can (28) _____ vast amounts of information

through reading in a very short time. A good reader can acquire more information in reading for two hours

than someone watching TV can acquire in a full day. You are able to gain (29)_____ information quickly

because you are a fast reader with good comprehension skills. It will save you massive amounts of time and

you will be able to assimilate vast quantities of information.

Question 25: A. gain B. gather C. collect D. contribute

Question 26: A. on B. up C. over D. out

Question 27: A. that B. who C. when D. whom

Question 28: A. digest B. inhale C. breathe D. eat

Question 29: A. Lots B. a lot of C. a number of D. little

CLOZE TEST 37

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct

word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

To many people, their friends are the most important in their life. Really good friends always (33)

_____ joys and sorrows with you and never turn their backs on you. Your best friend may be someone you

have known all your life or someone you have grown (34) _____with.

There are all sorts of things that can (35) _____ about this special relationship. It may be the result of

enjoying the same activities and sharing experiences. Most of us have met someone that we have

immediately felt relaxed with as if we had known them for ages. (36) _____ , it really takes you years to get

to know someone well enough to consider your best friend.

To the (37) _____ of us, this is someone we trust completely and who understands us better than

anyone else. It's the person you can tell him or her your most intimate secrets.

Question 33: A. share B. spend C. have D. give

Question 34: A. in B. up C. through D. on

Question 35: A. result B. provide C. bring D. cause

Question 36: A. However B. Yet C. Therefore D. In addition

Question 37: A. majorial B. majorially C. major D. majority

CLOZE TEST 38

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the

correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25 to 29.

Welcome to the Netherlands, a tiny country that only extends, at its broadest, 312 km north to south,

and 264 km east to west - (25) _________ the land area increases slightly each year as a result of continuous

land reclamation and drainage. With a lot of heart and much to offer, ‘Holland,’ as it is (26) _________

known to most of us abroad - a name stemming from its once most prominent provinces - has more going on

per kilometer than most countries, and more English-speaking natives. You’ll be impressed by its (27)

_________ cities and charmed by its countryside and villages, full of contrasts. From the exciting variety on

offer, you could choose a romantic canal boat tour in Amsterdam, a Royal Tour by coach in The Hague, or a

hydrofoil tour around the biggest harbour in the world - Rotterdam. In season you could visit the dazzling

bulb fields, enjoy a full day on a boat, or take a bike tour through the pancake-flat countryside spiced with

windmills. The possibilities are countless and the nationwide tourist office is on hand to give you

information and help you (28) _________ reservations. You’ll have (29) _________ language problems

here, as the Dutch are true linguists and English is spoken here almost universally.

Question 25. A. so B. despite C. in spite of D. although

Question 26. A. regularly B. occasionally C. commonly D. unusually

Question 27. A. historic B. historical C. historically D. historian

Question 28. A. sit B. catch C. do D. make

Question 29. A. few B. a few C. little D. a little

CLOZE TEST 39

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that

best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25 to 29.

In an educational context, the term ‘learner independence’ has gained increasing importance in recent

years. It is of particular (25)_______to language learning and commonly refers to the way students

confidently control and organise their own language learning process. While some people seem to have an

almost instinctive flaw for languages, (26) _______ have to rely on strategies to maximise their skills and

learn a foreign language more effectively.

The main thing to remember is that becoming a truly independent learner ultimately depends above all

on taking responsibility for your own learning and being prepared to take every opportunity available to you

to learn. You also increase your chances of (27)_________by learning according to your own needs and

interests, using all available resources. Research shows that learners (28)__________adopt this approach

will undoubtedly manage to broaden their language abilities considerably and, (29)_________ are mote

likely to achieve their objectives in the longer term.

(Adapted from “Complete Advanced” by Laura Mathews and Barbara Thomas)

Question 25: A. resemblance B. acceptance C. relevance D. acquaintance

Question 26: A. each B. every C. others D. Few

Question 27: A. interest B. failure C. suspicision D. success

Question 2S: A. who B. why C. which D. where

Question 29: A. though B. as a result C. because D. in contrast

CLOZE TEST 40

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that

best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25 to 29.

KEEPING FIT

Bodies are made to move! They are not (25)

for sitting around in front of the television or

reading magazines. Keeping fit doesn't mean have to be a super-athlete, and even (26)

exercise

can give you a lot of fun. When you are fit and healthy, you will find you look better and feel better.

You will develop more energy and self-confidence.

Every time you move, you are exercising. The human body is designed to bend, stretch, run, jump

and climb. M o r e it does, the stronger and fitter it will become. Best of all, exercise is fun. It's

what your body likes doing most-keeping on the move.

Physical exercise is (27) __________ good for your body. People who take regular exercise are usually

happier, more relaxed and more alert than people who sit around all day. Try an experiment-next time you

are in a bad mood, go for a walk or play a ball game in the park. See how much better you feel after an

hour.

A good (28) of achievement is yet another benefit of exercise. People feel good about

themselves when they know they have improved their fitness. People (29) _______exercise regularly will

tell you that they find they have more energy to enjoy life. So have a go you'll soon see and feel the

benefits.

Question 25: A. planned

B. designed C. programmed D. caused

Question 26:A. a little B. a few C. little D. few

Question 27: A. not only B. if C. either D. both

Question 28: A. sense

B. feel C. lot D. piece

Question 29: A. whom B. who C. which D. whose

CLOZE TEST 41

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or

phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25 to 29.

The World Health Organization (WHO) is warning young people all over the world that they are also at risk from

COVID-19. The WHO said young people are not exempt from catching the coronavirus. Many young people ___ (25)

_____believe they will not catch the virus because of their age. They think it is a disease that only older people catch.

The WHO said the truth is ____ (26) ____young people are catching the coronavirus and becoming ill or dying from

it. It added that young people are also spreading the disease to their parents, grandparents and _____ (27) ___people.

The White House also urged young adults to follow advice and to avoid gathering in large groups to help prevent the

spread of the virus.

The Director-General of the WHO said: "Today, I have a message for young people: You are not invincible." He

added: "This coronavirus could put you in hospital for weeks, or even kill you. Even if you don't get sick, the choices

you make about where you go could be the difference between life and death for someone else." The WHO said: "A

significant proportion of patients___ (28) _____in hospital for COVID-19 around the world are aged under 50." New

York Governor Andrew Cuomo said many young people are not ___ (29) _____the state's social-distancing rules. He

told young people that: "This is a public health issue and you cannot be endangering other peoples' health."

( Source: https://breakingnewsenglish.com/)

Question 25: A.really B. mistakenly C.strongly D. frequently

Question 26: A.why B. what C. that D. when

Question 27: A. other B.others C.the others D. the other

Question 28: A.to treat B.to be treated C.treating D. treated

Question 29: A. following B. doing C.making D. keeping

CLOZE TEST 42

Read the passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to complete the passage.

Some doctors think that you should drink a glass of water each morning. You should drink this water first

thing before doing anything else. The (25) ______ of the water should be similar to body temperature; (26)

______ too hot nor too cold. Why should you drink this water? Water helps your body in many ways. It

helps clean out your kidneys. It prepares your stomach for (27) ______, Water can also help your intestines

work better. After drinking water, the intestines can more easily take out nutrients from our food. Water also

helps us go to the bathroom more easily,

Scientists suggest that people (28) ______ 1,600 milliliters of water each day. But don't drink all of that

water in one sitting. If you do, your kidneys will have to work much harder to eliminate it. It's better to drink

some in the morning and some in the afternoon. Some people think it's better to drink between meals and not

during meals. They think water dilutes the juices produced in our stomachs, (29) ______ can interfere with

normal digestion. Are you drinking enough water every day? Check the color of your urine. If it is light

yellow, you are probably drinking enough. If your urine is very dark yellow, you probably need to drink

more water. A little more water each day could make you much healthier!

(Adapted from Reading Challenge 1 by Casey Malarcher and Andrea Janzen)

Question 25. A. moisture B. heat C. coolness D. temperature

Question 26. A. either B. both C. neither D. but

Question 27. A. digestion B. digestive C. digestible D. digest

Question 28. A. take out B. take up C. take in D. take off

Question 29. A. that B. which C. who D. whom

CLOZE TEST 43

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct

word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

The "greenhouse effect" is the warming that happens when certain gases in Earth's atmosphere (25)

________ heat. These gases let in light but keep heat from escaping, like the glass walls of a greenhouse.

First, sunlight shines onto the Earth's surface, (26) ______ it is absorbed and then radiates back into the

atmosphere as heat. In the atmosphere, “greenhouse gases trap some of this heat, and the the rest escapes

into space. The more greenhouse gases are in the atmosphere, the more heat gets trapped.

Scientists have known about the greenhouse effect since 1824, when Joseph Fourier calculated that the

Earth would be much colder if it had no atmosphere. This greenhouse effect is what keeps the Earth's climate

(27) _________. Without it, the Earth's surface would be an average of about 60 degrees Fahrenheit cooler.

Scientists often use the term "climate change" instead of global warming. This is because as the Earth's

average temperature climbs, winds and ocean currents move heat around the globe in ways that can cool

some areas, warm (28) ___________, and change the amount of rain and snow falling. (29)_________, the

climate changes differently in different areas.

(Source: https://www.open.edu/openlearncreate/mod/oucontent)

Question 25: A. seize B. capture C. trap D. grasp

Question 26: A. which B. where C. that D. which

Question 27: A. lively B. alive C. livable D. living

Question 28: A. others B. another C. one D. the other

Question 29: A. However B. In addition C. On the contrary D. As a result

CLOZE TEST 44

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct

word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25 to 29.

Why is it that many teenagers have the energy to play computer games until late at night but can't find the

energy to get out of bed in time for school? According to a new report, today's generation of children are in

danger of getting so (25) ___________sleep that they are putting their mental and physical health at risk.

Adults can easily survive on seven to eight hours' sleep a night, (26) ___________teenagers require nine or

ten hours. According to medical experts, one in five youngsters gets anything between two and five hours'

sleep a night less than their parents did at their age.

This (27) ___________ serious questions about whether lack of sleep is affecting children's ability to

concentrate at school. The connection between sleep deprivation and lapses in memory, impaired reaction

time and poor concentration is well (28) ___________Research has shown that losing as little as half an

hour's sleep a night can have profound ef fects on how children perform the next day. A good night's sleep is

also crucial for teenagers because it is while they are asleep (29)___________they release a hormone that is

essential for their 'growth spurt' (the period during teenage years when the body grows at a rapid rate). It's

true that they can, to some extent, catch up on sleep at weekends, but that won't help them when they are

dropping off to sleep in class on a Friday afternoon.

Question 25: A. less B. little C. few D. much

Question 26: A. because B. so C. or D. whereas

Question 27: A. rises B. raises C. comes D. results

Question 28: A. arranged B. organized C. established D. acquired

Question 29: A. where B. that C. which D. at which

CLOZE TEST 45

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct

word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25 to 29.

Why is it that many teenagers have the energy to play computer games until late at night but can't find the

energy to get out of bed in time for school? According to a new report, today's generation of children are in

danger of getting so (25) ___________sleep that they are putting their mental and physical health at risk.

Adults can easily survive on seven to eight hours' sleep a night, (26) ___________teenagers require nine or

ten hours. According to medical experts, one in five youngsters gets anything between two and five hours'

sleep a night less than their parents did at their age.

This (27) ___________ serious questions about whether lack of sleep is affecting children's ability to

concentrate at school. The connection between sleep deprivation and lapses in memory, impaired reaction

time and poor concentration is well (28) ___________Research has shown that losing as little as half an

hour's sleep a night can have profound ef fects on how children perform the next day. A good night's sleep is

also crucial for teenagers because it is while they are asleep (29)___________they release a hormone that is

essential for their 'growth spurt' (the period during teenage years when the body grows at a rapid rate). It's

true that they can, to some extent, catch up on sleep at weekends, but that won't help them when they are

dropping off to sleep in class on a Friday afternoon.

Question 25: A. less B. little C. few D. much

Question 26: A. because B. so C. or D. whereas

Question 27: A. rises B. raises C. comes D. results

Question 28: A. arranged B. organized C. established D. acquired

Question 29: A. where B. that C. which D. at which

CLOZE TEST 46

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct

word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25 -29

I was an MBA student in the USA and I lived in the university’s coed dormitory. In my culture, usually,

if a woman talks to a man, it is a sign of romantic interest. (25)_______, in the first few days of school, I

found it strange that so many women were talking to me and I was under the impression that some women

on my dormitory floor were interested in me. To (26) _____ their politeness, I would buy them flowers or

offer small gifts, as is done in my country. However, I was quite surprised to see that these same women

now seemed (27) _______ around me. One was even quite offended and told me to leave her alone.

Eventually I talked to the residence adviser on my floor to see what I was doing wrong, and he explained to

me the way men and women usually interact in the USA. I was quite relieved to hear that (28) _____ was

wrong with me, but rather with the way I was interpreting my conversations with women. Even though I did

not find the love of my life while I was in the USA, I still made many good female friends afterwards (29)

_______I still maintain contact.

(Source: https://books.google.com.vn)

Question 25: A. However B. Therefore C. Moreover D. Otherwise

Question 26: A. pay B. show C. return D. give

Question 27: A. uncomfortable B. amazing C. exciting D. surprising

Question 28: A. nothing B. something C. anything D. everything

Question 29: A. whom B. to whom C. who D. with whom

CLOZE TEST 47

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the

correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

The first thing that is included in the "living together” (25) ______ is the expected good

relations with your family. This also involves sharing equally the housework. (26) _______ of

people think that everyone should share the housework equally, but in many homes parents do most

of it. To certain minds, many families can't share the housework whereas they should try it. In fact,

sharing the housework equally is not very possible because of the families' timetable. So, it is

somehow believed that children and parents must do things together. For this they can establish a

housework planning.

(27)_________, housework's contributions of the teenager make him more responsible. He will

think that he has an important role in his family. According to researchers, teenagers should share

the housework because (28) ______ will help them when they have to establish their own family in

the future. Too many teenagers and young adults leave home without knowing how to cook or clean,

but if parents delegate basic housework to teens as they are old enough to do it, they won't be

destabilized by doing the housework in their new grown-up life.

It can be (29) ________ concluded that many parents don't really prepare their children for

future, because they don't stimulate them to learn how to run a house. If parents get them

responsible, teens will be more responsible and that will improve family's life.

(Source: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013)

Question 25: A. custom B. tradition C. notion D. trend

Question 26: A. lots B. few C. little D. a lot of

Question 27: A. In addition B. However C. In contrast D. In case

Question 28: A. which B. what C. that D. who

Question 29: A. likely B. probably C. auspiciously D. possibly

CLOZE TEST 48

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the

correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

Amparo Lasén, the Spanish sociologist who conducted the study found that Londoners use their cell phones

the least in public. If they are with others, they prefer to let calls be answered by voice mail (a recorded

message) and then they check for messages later. If the English do answer a call on the street, they seem to

dislike talking with others around. They tend to move away from a crowded sidewalk and seek out a place

(25) ________ they cannot be heard, such as the far side of a subway entrance or even the edge of a street.

They seem to feel that the danger of the traffic is (26) ___________ to the risk of having their conversation

be overheard. This has led to a behavior that Laser has called "clustering." At a busy time of day on the

streets of London, you may find small crowds of cell phone users grouped together, each one talking into a

cell phone. Even when it is raining—as it is often in London—people still prefer not to hold their

conversations where others could hear. They talk (27) _____________ their umbrellas or in a doorway.

In Paris, however, there are stricter rules about how and when to use cell phones. It is not considered polite

to use a phone in a restaurant, (28) ______________, though it might be acceptable in the more informal

setting of a café. One special custom that has developed in cafés seems unique to Paris. Young women often

place their cell phones on the table beside them to signal that they are expecting someone. When the friend

arrives, the phone is (29) _____________. In fact, the French are generally very disapproving of phone use

in public and are quick to express that disapproval, even to strangers.

(Adapted from “Advanced Reading Power” by Beatrice S. Mikulecky and Linda Jeffries)

Câu 25. A. which B. when C. where D. what

Câu 26. A. preferable B. prefer C. preference D. preferential

Câu 27. A. on B. under C. in D. after

Câu 28. A. for examples B. moreover C. nevertheless D. for instance

Câu 29. A. put away B. put back C. put down D. put aside

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LUYỆN TẬP PHẦN CLOZE TEST CLOZE TEST 01
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that
best fits each the numbered blanks.
The first thing that is included in the "living together” (26) ________ is the expected good relations with
your family. This also involves sharing equally the housework. (27) ________of people think that everyone
should share the housework equally, but in many homes parents do most of it. To certain minds, many
families can't share the housework whereas they should try it. In fact, sharing the housework equally is not
very possible because of the families' timetable. So, it is somehow believed that children and parents must do
things together. For this they can establish a housework planning.
(28) ________, housework's contributions of the teenager make him more responsible. He will think
that he has an important role in his family. According to researchers, teenagers should share the housework
because (29) ________ will help them when they have to establish their own family in the future. Too many
teenagers and young adults leave home without knowing how to cook or clean, but if parents delegate basic
housework to teens as they are old enough to do it, they won't be destabilized by doing the housework in their new grown-up life.
It can be (30) ________concluded that many parents don't really prepare their children for future,
because they don't stimulate them to learn how to run a house. If parents get them responsible, teens will be
more responsible and that will improve family's life.
(Source: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013)
Question 26. A. custom B. tradition C. notion D. trend
Question 27. A. lots B. few C. little D. a lot of
Question 28. A. In addition B. However C. In contrast D. In case
Question 29. A. which B. what C. that D. who
Question 30. A. likely B. probably C. auspiciously D. possibly CLOZE TEST 02
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that
best fits each the numbered blanks.
Why is it that many teenagers have the energy to play computer games until late at night but can’t find
the energy to get out of bed (25) _______ for school? According to a new report, today’s generation of
children are in danger of getting so (26) _______ sleep that they are putting their mental and physical health
at (27) _______. Adults can easily survive on seven to eight hours’ sleep a night, (28) _______ teenagers
require nine or ten hours. According to medical experts, one in five youngsters (29) _______ anything
between two and five hours’ sleep a night less than their parents did at their age.
(By Tim Falla and Paul A.Davies, Solutions Advanced. OUP)
Question 26. A. behind time
B. about time C. in time D. at time
Question 27. A. few B. less C. much D. little
Question 28. A. jeopardy B. threat C. risk D. danger
Question 29. A. or B. because C. whereas D. so
Question 30. A. puts B. gets C. brings D. makes CLOZE TEST 3
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
An A level is an Advanced level GCE qualification. This exam is (26) ____ taken after two years of A
level study, following the O level/IGCSE exams. Students can take any number of A level exams; in the UK,
most college students take three or four A level exams for their final two years of study. The (27) ____ of A
levels to be taken will often depend on the qualifications that the university chosen requires. A level results
can open doors to undergraduate studies at some of the best higher educational institutions in the world, and
to a wide range of professional and vocational courses (28) _______ can help build skills for an exciting and
rewarding career. In many countries round the world, some schools follow the GCE syllabus to prepare their
pupils for taking A level exams. Students at these schools should enquire at their school about how they can
register and sit (29) ____ the exams. Students who do not attend a school that follows the GCE syllabus can
still take A level exams and can register as a private individual with the British Council.
In order to register for an A level exam one will need to complete an entry form which will become
available at the British Council offices. Forms usually become (30) ____ for January examinations in early
August of the preceding year. For May/June examinations, they are available in early December of the preceding year.
(Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com)
Question 26: A. normally B. popularly C. largely D. noticeably Question 27: A. sum B. number C. amount D. quantity Question 28: A. what B. that C. when D. who Question 29: A. at B. in C. for D. into
Question 30: A. availability B. avail C. availably D. available CLOZE TEST 04
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25 to 29.
In such a costly and competitive society and world, no one of us can live without money. We need
money to fulfill our basic needs of the life such as buying food, and (26) ________ many basic necessities of
life which are almost impossible to buy without money. People in the society (27)______are rich and have
property are looked as honourable and respectful person of the society however a poor person is seen as
hatred without any good impression.
Money increases the position of the person in the society and (28)______a good impression to him. All
of us want to be rich by earning more money through good job or business in order to fulfil all the increasing
demands of the modern age. (29)______, only few people get this chance of completing their dreams of being a millionaire.
So, money is the thing of great importance all through the life. Money is required by everyone whether
he/she is rich or poor and living in urban areas or rural areas. People in the urban areas are earning more
money than the people living in backward or rural areas as the people of the urban areas have more
(30)______to the technologies and get more opportunity because of the easy sources.
(Adapted from https://www.indiacelebrating.com)
Question 26: A. other B. some C. many D. few
Question 27: A. where B. what C. who D. which
Question 28: A. gives B. does C. takes D. draws
Question 29: A. Besides B.Therefore C. Moreover D. However
Question 30: A. way B. exit C. access D. order CLOZE TEST 05
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Have you ever had the feeling that people older than you are hard to understand? Or, have you felt like
people from younger generations just don't get it? Maybe you find it easier to connect with people (26)
__________ are closer to your age than those who are older or younger than you. You can probably thank
the generation gap for these feelings.
There are (27) ________six generations living in the United States: the Greatest Generation, Silent
Generation, Baby Boomers, Generation X, Millennials, and Generation Z. Each generation has its own
unique set of characteristics and norms. (28)________, the Greatest Generation (born 1901-1924) is known
for its patriotism, hard workers, and loyalty to institutions. The Millennials (born 1980-2000) are (29)
______ by their dependence on technology, detachment from traditional institutions, optimism, and open-
mindedness. It is no wonder that many people from different generations have a hard time understanding each other.
Generation gap refers to differences in actions, beliefs, interests, and opinions that exist between (30)
_______ from different generations. So, what causes these differences?
(Source: https://study.com/academy)
Question 26. A. who B. whom
C. which D. what
Question 27. A. approximately B. apparently
C. contemporarily D. currently
Question 28. A. Such as B. For example C. Accordingly D. However
Question 29. A. characterize B. characterized C. characteristic D. characteristically
Question 30. A. members B. individuals C. persons D. human beings CLOZE TEST 06
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase
that best fits each the numbered blanks.
The ability to be independent is something that not everyone possesses. (26) , you need to
be independent in order to survive in the world. Learning to support yourself is (27)_______for any
success you ever hope to achieve.
At the end of the day, you only have yourself to fall back on, so it is exceedingly important to be
able to handle things on your own. It is all about being secure with who you are and what you believe in.
It is extremely empowering knowing that you are (28) _______ control of your own life and your own
choices. It is much more beneficial to listen to the voice inside yourself rather than the berating (29)_________ of others.
We rely on others far more than it is necessary. People put their happiness in the hands of a
significant other, thinking this will bring them fulfillment. This is a fatal error too many people make these days.
Do you always want to feel dependent on someone else? Of course not. Not only are you limiting
yourself, you are more than likely becoming a burden to this person. We need to learn how to make
decisions on our own. I understand asking your friends their opinion on a fashion decision, but do we
really need to consult others on every minimal decision we have to make? Think of things (30)
______are in your best interest and choose that option. Question 26: A. But B. However C. Therefore D. Thereby
Question 27: A. fundament B.fundamentalism C. fundamental D. fundamentals Question 28: A. in B. on C. under D. out Question 29: A. choices B. opinions C. thoughts D. feelings Question 30: A. what B. why C. which D. that CLOZE TEST 07
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that
best fits each the numbered blanks.
Welcome to the Netherlands, a tiny country that only extends, at its broadest, 312 km north to south, and
264 km east to west - (25) ________ the land area increases slightly each year as a result of continuous land
reclamation and drainage. With a lot of heart and much to offer, ‘Holland,’ as it is (26) ________known to
most of us abroad - a name stemming from its once most prominent provinces - has more going on per
kilometer than most countries, and more English-speaking natives. You’ll be impressed by its (27) ________
cities and charmed by its countryside and villages, full of contrasts. From the exciting variety on offer, you
could choose a romantic canal boat tour in Amsterdam, a Royal Tour by coach in The Hague, or a hydrofoil
tour around the biggest harbour in the world - Rotterdam. In season you could visit the dazzling bulb fields,
enjoy a full day on a boat, or take a bike tour through the pancake-flat countryside spiced with windmills.
The possibilities are countless and the nationwide tourist office is on hand to give you information and help
you (28) ________reservations. You’ll have (29) ________ language problems here, as the Dutch are true
linguists and English is spoken here almost universally.
Question 26. A. so B. despite C. in spite of D. although
Question 27. A. regularly B. occasionally C. commonly D. unusually
Question 28. A. historic B. historical
C. historically D. historian
Question 29. A. sit B. catch C. do D. make
Question 30. A. few B. a few C. little D. a little CLOZE TEST 08 GOOD FRIENDS
Psychologists have long known that having a set of cherished companions is crucial to mental well-
being. A recent study by Australian investigators concluded that our friends even help to(26)_______our
lives. The study concentrated on the social environment, general health, and lifestyle of 1,477 persons older
than 70 years. The participants were asked how (27) ________ contact they had with friends, children, relatives and acquaintances.
Researchers were surprised to learn that friendships increased life (28)________ to a far greater extent
than frequent contact with children and other relatives. This benefit held true even after these friends had
moved away to another city and was independent of factors such as socio- economic status, health, and way
of life. According to scientists, the ability to have relationships with people to (29) _________one is
important has a positive effect on physical and mental health. Stress and tendency towards depression are
reduced, and behaviours that are damaging to health, such as smoking and drinking, occur less frequently.
(30)__________, our support networks, in times of calamity in particular, can raise our moods and feelings
of self-worth and offer helpful strategies for dealing with difficult personal challenges.
(Source: Academic Vocabulary in Use by Michael McCarthy and Felicity O’Dell)
Question 26: A. prolong B. lengthen C. stretch D. expand
Question 27: A. much B. many C. few D. lots of
Question 28: A. expectation B. insurance C. expectancy D. assurance
Question 29: A. who B. whom C. what D. that
Question 30: A. otherwise B. for example C. Moreover D.However CLOZE TEST 09
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 26 to 30.
Coincident with concerns about the accelerating loss of species and habitats has been a growing
appreciation of the importance of biological diversity, the (26)_________ of species in a particular
ecosystem, to the health of the Earth and human well-being. Much has been written about the
diversity of terrestrial organisms, particularly the exceptionally rich life associated tropical rain forest
habitats. Relatively little has been said, (27) _________, about diversity of life in the sea even
though coral reef systems are comparable to rain forests in terms of richness of life.
An alien exploring Earth would probably (28) ______ priority to the planet's dominants - most
distinctive feature - the ocean. Humans have a bias toward land (29) _____ sometimes gets in the way
of truly examining global issues. Seen from far away, it is easy to realize that landmasses occupy
only one-third of the Earth's surface. Given that two thirds of the Earth's surface is water and that
marine life lives at all levels of the ocean, the total three-dimensional living space of the ocean is
perhaps 100 times (30) _____ than that of land and contains more than 90 percent of all life on
Earth even though the ocean has fewer distinct species.
(Source: https://goo.91/GRvin7V) Question 26: A. number B. each C. amount D. few
Question 27: A. therefore B. thus C. however D. instead Question 28: A. make B. have C. give D. bring Question 29: A. who B. when C. that D. whose Question 30: A. higher B. bigger C. greater D. larger CLOZE TEST 10
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or Don your answer sheet to indicate the correct
word for each of the blanks from 25 to 29.
Everyone wants to reduce pollution. But the pollution (25) ____________is as complicated as it is
serious. It is complicated because much pollution is caused by things that benefit people. (26)
____________, exhaust from automobiles causes a large percentage of air pollution. But the automobile
provides transportation for millions of people. Factories discharge much of the material that pollutes the
air and water but factories give (27) ____________to a large number of people.
Thus, to end or greatly reduce pollution immediately, people would have to (28) ____________using
many things that benefit them. Most people do not want to do that, of course. But pollution can be
gradually reduced in several ways. Scientists and engineers can work to find ways to lessen the amount of
pollution that such things as automobiles and factories cause. Governments can pass and enforce laws (29)
____________require businesses and traffic to stop, or to cut down on certain polluting activities.
Question 25: A. event B. accident
C. work D. problem
Question 26: A. As a result B. However
C. Therefore D. For example
Question 27: A. employed B. employment
C. unemployed D. unemployment
Question 28: A. start B. stop
C. enjoy D. continue Question 29:A. whom B. that C. whose D. who CLOZE TEST 11
Read the following passage and mark A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the blanks.
Higher education also provides a competitive edge in the career market. We all know that in the economic times
we are living in today, finding jobs is not guaranteed. The number of people unemployed is still relatively high, and
the number of new career (25) ___________ isn’t nearly enough to put people in jobs they are seeking. As a job
seeker, you’re competing with a high number of experienced workers (26) ___________ have been out of the
workforce for a while and are also seeking work. (27) ___________, when you have a higher education, it generally
equips you for better job security. Generally speaking, employers tend to value those who have completed college
than those who have only completed high school and are more likely to replace that person who hasn’t (28)
___________a higher education. Furthermore, some companies even go so far as to pay your tuition because they
consider an educated (29) ___________to be valuable to their organization. A college education is an investment
that doesn’t just provide you with substantial rewards. It benefits the hiring company as well.
Question 25: A. responsibilities B. activities
C. opportunities D. possibilities Question 26: A. who B. where
C. whose D. which
Question 27: A. Otherwise B. Moreover
C. Therefore D. However
Question 28: A. permitted B. refused
C. applied D. received
Question 29: A. employment B. employer
C. employee D. unemployed CLOZE TEST 12
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word
for each of the blanks from 25 to 29.
Culture has a strong influence on non-verbal communication. Even the simple act of looking someone in the eye
is not at all that simple. In the USA, Americans are (25) ____________to look directly at people when speaking to
them. It shows interest in what they are saying and is thought to carry a (26) ____________of honesty. Meanwhile,
in Japan and Korea, people avoid long periods of eye contact. It is considered more polite to look to the side during
a conversation. The Lebanese, (27) ____________, stand close together and look intensely into each other's eyes.
The action shows sincerity and gives people a better sense of what their counterparts want. Given such differences
with even the most common expressions, people (28) ____________ travel or work abroad have a
real need to learn the other culture's body language. People tend to be unaware of the messages they are sending to
others. So, it is (29) ____________to consider your own body language before dealing with people from other
cultures. Knowing about the body language of friends, clients, and colleagues can be very helpful in improving
understanding and avoiding miscommunication. Question 25: A. encouraged B. assisted C. forbidden D. opposed Question 26: A. sense B. taste C. sound D. touch Question 27: A. therefore B. in addition C. in contrast D. moreover Question 28: A. who B. where C. which D. whose Question 29: A. usefulness B. useful C. useless D. used CLOZE TEST 13
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word for
each of the blanks from 25 to 29.
Most adults struggle to recall events from their first few years of life and now scientists have identified exactly when
these childhood memories are lost forever. A new study into childhood amnesia has found that it tends to take
(25)___________around the age of seven.
The rapid decline of memories persisting while children are five and six is owing to the change in the way memories are formed.
Before the age of seven, children tend to have an (26) ___________form of recall with no sense of time and place in
their memories. In older children, however, the early recollected events tend to be more adult like in their content and
the way they are formed. Faster rate of forgetting in children and higher turnover of memories means early memories
are less likely to survive. (27) ___________
, memories of younger children tend to lack
autobiographical narrative leading to a process known as “retrieval induced forgetting” (28) ___________the action of
remembering causes other information to be forgotten. Consequently, if childhood memories can survive into the ninth
or tenth year of life, they may stay a chance of (29) ___________it into adulthood. Question 25: A. affect B. effective C. effect D. effectively Question 26: A. unbalanced B. immature C. insufficient D. irrational Question 27: A. Besides B. However C. Therefore D. Otherwise Question 28: A. whom B. which C. when D. where Question 29: A. turning B. making C. transferring D. getting CLOZE TEST 14
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that
best fits each the numbered blanks.
The knock-on effect of volunteering on the lives of individuals can be profound. Voluntary work helps
foster independence and imparts the ability to deal with different situations, often simultaneously, thus
teaching people how to (25) ________ their way through different systems. It therefore brings people into
touch with the real world; and, hence, equips them for the future.
Initially, young adults in their late teens might not seem to have the expertise or knowledge to impart to
others that say a teacher or agriculturalist or nurse would have, (26) ________ they do have many skills that
can help others. And in the absence of any particular talent, their energy and enthusiasm can be harnessed for
the benefit of their fellow human beings, and ultimately themselves. From (27) ________this, the gain to any
community no matter how many volunteers are involved is (28) ________.
Employers will generally look favorably on people (29) ________ have shown an ability to work as part
of a team. It demonstrates a willingness to learn and an independent spirit, which would be desirable qualities in any employee. Question 25. A. give B. work C. put D. take Question 26. A. so B. but C. or D. for Question 27. A. all B. none C.above D. both
Question 28. A. unattainable B. immeasurable C. undetectable D. impassible Question 29. A. which B. whose C. who D. what CLOZE TEST 15
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that
best fits each the numbered blanks. THE FAMILY
Statesmen define a family as “a group of individuals having a common dwelling and related by blood,
adoption or marriage, (25) ________ includes common-law relationships”. Most people are born into one of
these groups and will live their lives as a family in such a group.
Although the definition of a family may not change, (26) ________ relationship of people to each other
within the family group changes as society changes. More and more wives are taking paying jobs, and, as a
result, the roles of husband, wife and children are changing. Today, men expect to work for pay for about 40
years of their lives, and, in today’s marriages (27) ________ which both spouses have paying jobs, women
can expect to work for about 30 to 35 years of their lives. This means that men must leam to do their share of
family tasks such as caring for the children and daily (28) ________ chores. Children, too, especially
adolescents, have to (29) ________ with the members of their family in sharing household tasks.
The widespread acceptance of contraception has meant that having children is as matter of choice, not
an automatic result of marriage. Marriage itself has become a choice. As alternatives such as common- law
relationships and single-parent families have become socially acceptable, women will become more independent.
Question 25. A. which B. that C. what D. it
Question 26. A. a B. any C. some D. the
Question 27. A. in B. for C. with D. to
Question 28. A. home B. family C. house D. household
Question 29. A. carry B. deal C. cooperate D. combine CLOZE TEST 16
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25 to 29.
In such a costly and competitive society and world, no one of us can live without money. We need
money to fulfill our basic needs of the life such as buying food, and (25) ________ many basic necessities of
life which are almost impossible to buy without money. People in the society (26)______are rich and have
property are looked as honourable and respectful person of the society however a poor person is seen as
hatred without any good impression.
Money increases the position of the person in the society and (27)______a good impression to him. All
of us want to be rich by earning more money through good job or business in order to fulfil all the increasing
demands of the modern age. (28)______, only few people get this chance of completing their dreams of being a millionaire.
So, money is the thing of great importance all through the life. Money is required by everyone whether
he/she is rich or poor and living in urban areas or rural areas. People in the urban areas are earning more
money than the people living in backward or rural areas as the people of the urban areas have more
(29)______to the technologies and get more opportunity because of the easy sources.
(Adapted from https://www.indiacelebrating.com)
Question 25: A. other B. some C. many D. few
Question 26: A. where B. what C. who D. which
Question 27: A. gives B. does C. takes D. draws
Question 28: A. Besides B.Therefore C. Moreover D. However
Question 29: A. way B. exit C. access D. order CLOZE TEST 17
Read the following passage and mark the letter Ay B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25 to 29.
Why do some people take revenge on others? Why aren’t we able to sort out our problems without
seeking to get (25)______ with those who have hurt us? Apparently, we are simply experiencing a deeply
rooted part of human nature. Our desire for revenge comes from the brain’s limbic system, the most
primitive part of the brain and one that we share with all animals. (26)______, when someone confronts us,
we often prefer attacking verbally or physically rather than try to work out a solution together.
However, unlike animals, we also possess a highly evolved cerebral cortex which allows us to plan and
analyze – and this can make revenge more than just a(n) (27) ______ reaction. A person who feels they have
been wronged may even enjoy planning a creative and appropriate act of revenge. (28) _______people
suggest that taking revenge can be seen as a positive move, allowing you to work through your negative
emotions. However, it can also be dangerous, and you may risk finding yourself in a situation (29)______ rapidly gets out of hand.
Question 25: A. equal B. even C. similar D. fair
Question 26: A. However B. Thus C. Additionally D. Subsequently
Question 27: A. distinctive B. instinctive C. extrinsic D. inborn
Question 28: A. Some B. another C. each D. others
Question 29: A. who B. where C. when D. which CLOZE TEST 18
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
An A level is an Advanced level GCE qualification. This exam is (25) ____ taken after two years of A
level study, following the O level/IGCSE exams. Students can take any number of A level exams; in the UK,
most college students take three or four A level exams for their final two years of study. The (26) ____ of A
levels to be taken will often depend on the qualifications that the university chosen requires. A level results
can open doors to undergraduate studies at some of the best higher educational institutions in the world, and
to a wide range of professional and vocational courses (27) _______ can help build skills for an exciting and
rewarding career. In many countries round the world, some schools follow the GCE syllabus to prepare their
pupils for taking A level exams. Students at these schools should enquire at their school about how they can
register and sit (28) ____ the exams. Students who do not attend a school that follows the GCE syllabus can
still take A level exams and can register as a private individual with the British Council.
In order to register for an A level exam one will need to complete an entry form which will become
available at the British Council offices. Forms usually become (29) ____ for January examinations in early
August of the preceding year. For May/June examinations, they are available in early December of the preceding year.
(Source: https://qualifications.pearson.com)
Question 25: A. normally B. popularly C. largely D. noticeably Question 26: A. sum B. number C. amount D. quantity Question 27: A. what B. that C. when D. who Question 28: A. at B. in C. for D. into
Question 29: A. availability B. avail C. availably D. available CLOZE TEST 19
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that
best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25 to 29. GLOBAL WARMING
Few people now question the reality of global warming and its effects on the world's climate. Many
scientists (25) _____________the blame for recent natural disasters on the increase in the world's
temperatures and are convinced that, more than ever before, the Earth is at risk from the forces of the wind,
rain and sun. According to them, global warming is making extreme weather events, such as hurricanes and
droughts, even more (26) _____________and causing sea levels all around the world to rise.
Environmental groups are putting pressure on governments to take action to reduce the amount of carbon
dioxide which is given (27) _____________by factories and power plants, thus attacking the problem at its
source. They are in favor of more money being spent on research into solar, wind and wave energy devices,
(28) _____________ could then replace existing power station.
Some scientists, (29) _____________, believe that even if we stopped releasing carbon dioxide and other
gases into the atmosphere tomorrow, we would have to wait several hundred years to notice the results.
Global warming, it seems, is to stay.
Question 25: A. give B. put C. take D. have
Question 26: A. strict B. severe C. strong D. healthy
Question 27: A. off B. away C. up D. over Question 28: A. that B. which C. what D. who
Question 29: A. but B. although C. despite D. however CLOZE TEST 20
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
word for each of the blanks from 25 to 29.
Is it worth reading books, (25) ___________ nowadays there are so many other forms of entertainment?
(26) __________ people say that even paperback books are expensive, and not everyone can borrow books
from a library. They might add that television is more exciting and that viewers can relax as they watch their
favourite programme. All that may be true, but books are still very popular. They encourage the reader to use
his or her imagination for a start. You can read a chapter of a book, or just a few pages, and then stop. Of
course, it may be so (27) ___________that you can't stop! There are many different kinds of books, so you
can choose a crime novel or an autobiography, or a book (28) ___________gives you interesting
information. If you find it hard to choose, you can read reviews, or ask friends for ideas. Personally, I can't
do without books, but I can (29) ___________up television easily enough. You can't watch television at bus stops!
Question 25. A. Therefore B. or C. However D. since Question 26. A. Much B. Some C. Little D. Few
Question 27. A. current B. imagined C. interest D. gripping
Question 28. A. whose B. which C. what D. when Question 29. A. pick B. look C. give D. turn CLOZE TEST 21
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25-29 THE FAMILY
Statesmen define a family as “a group of individuals having a common dwelling and related by blood,
adoption or marriage, (25)________includes common-law relationships”. Most people are born into one of
these groups and will live their lives as a family in such a group.
Although the definition of a family may not change, (26)__________relationship of people to each other
within the family group changes as society changes. More and more wives are taking paying jobs, and, as a
result, the roles of husband, wife and children are changing. Today, men expect to work for pay for about 40
years of their lives, and, in today’s marriages (27)_________which both spouses have paying jobs, women
can expect to work for about 30 to 35 years of their lives. This means that men must learn to do their share
of family tasks such as caring for the children and daily (28) ________chores. Children, too, especially
adolescents, have to (29) __________with the members of their family in sharing household tasks.
The widespread acceptance of contraception has meant that having children is as matter of choice, not
an automatic result of marriage. Marriage itself has become a choice. As alternatives such as common- law
relationships and single-parent families have become socially acceptable, women will become more independent. Question 25: A. which B. that C. what D. it Question 26: A. a B. any C. some D. the Question 27: A. in B. for C. with D. to
Question 28: A. home B. family C. house D. household
Question 29: A. carry B. deal C. cooperate D. combine CLOZE TEST 22
Read the following passage and mark the letter A,B, C,or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 29- 34
Not everybody recognises the benefits of new developments in communications technology. Indeed,
some people fear that text messaging may actually be having a negative (25) _____________on young
people’s communication and language skills, especially when we hear that primary school children may be
at risk of becoming addicted to the habit. So widespread has texting become, however, that even pigeons
have started doing it. (26) _____________, in this case, it’s difficult to view the results as anything but
positive. Twenty of the birds are about to take to the skies with the task of measuring air pollution, each (27)
_____________with sensor equipment and a mobile phone. The readings made by the sensors will be
automatically converted into text messages and beamed to the Internet where they will appear on a dedicated
‘pigeon blog’. The birds will also each have a GPS receiver and a camera to capture aerial photos, and
researchers are building a tiny ‘pigeon kit’ containing all these gadgets (28) __________bird will carry these
in a miniature backpack, apart , that is, from the camera, which will hang around its neck. The data the
pigeons text will be displayed in the form of an interactive map, (29) _________ will provide local residents
with up-to-the-minute information on their local air quality. Question 25: A. result B. outcome C. effect D. conclusion
Question 26: A. Therefore B. What’s more C. whereas D. That is
Question 27: A. armed B. loaded C. granted D. stocked Question 28: A. each B. some C. few D. little
Question 29 : A. who B. which C. that D. where CLOZE TEST 23
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best
answer to each of the following questions 24- 29
The tradition of gift giving is a worldwide (25)_________ that is said to have been around since the
beginning of human beings. Over time, different cultures have developed their own gift giving customs and traditions.
In France, the gift of wine for the hostess of a dinner party is not an appropriate gift as the hostess
would prefer to choose the vintage for the night. In Sweden, a bottle of wine or flowers are an appropriate
gift for the hostess. In Viet Nam, a gift of whisky is appropriate for the host, and some fruit or small gifts for
the hostess, children or elders of the home. Besides, gifts should never be wrapped in black paper because
this color is unlucky and associated with funerals in this country. Gifts (26)____________symbolize cutting
such as scissors, knives and other sharp objects should be avoided because they mean the cutting of the
relationship. Also, in some countries you should not open the gift in front of the giver and in
(27)__________ it would be an insult if you did not open the gift.
Beyond the gift itself, give careful consideration to the manner in which it is presented. Different
cultures have different customs regarding how a gift should be offered - using only your right hand or using
both hands, (28)_____. Others have strong traditions related to the appropriate way to accept a gift. In
Singapore, for instance, it is the standard to graciously refuse a gift several times before finally accepting it.
The recipient would never unwrap a gift in front of the giver for fear of appearing greedy.
Understanding these traditions and customs, as well as taking time to choose an appropriate gift, will
help you to avoid any awkwardness or (29)__________ as you seek to build a better cross-cultural relationship.
(Source: http://www.giftypedia.com/International_Gift_Customs)
Question 25: A. exercise B. practice C. work D. task
Question 26: A. what B. that C. where D. who
Question 27: A. others B. other C. the others D. the other
Question 28: A. yet B. instead C. though D. for example
Question 29: A. embarrassment B. excitement C. enjoyment D. joy CLOZE TEST 24
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that
best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25 to 29.
Organic food is food produced by methods (25)_________conform to the standards of organic farming.
On an overall basis, organic food is prepared and processed without using any chemical fertilizers,
pesticides, or chemical preservatives.
According to environmentalists, fertilizing, overproduction, and the use of pesticides in (26)
___________farming may negatively affect the biodiversity and water supplies. As harmful chemicals are
excluded in organic farming, there is minimal soil, air, and water pollution. This will ensure a (27)
___________and healthier world for our future generations.
Demand for organic foods is also driven by consumer's concerns for healthcare.(28) ______kinds of
organic food have higher vitamin and mineral contents Which help to strengthen the human immune system.
For instance, organic milk is proved to have 60% more omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, vitamins than non-
organic milk. Organic cows are also claimed to give better meat quality. (29) ___________, because organic
food products are controlled by very strict standards, harmful chemicals will be eliminated from our diets,
and only best products are introduced to customers. Question 25: A. Which B. who C. whom D. what
Question 26: A. valuable B. current C. primary D. conventional
Question 27: A. shorter B. safer C. worse D. longer Question 28: A. Few B. some C. little D. amount of
Question 29: A. However B. Therefore C.Furthermore D. But CLOZE TEST 25
Read the following passage and Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that
best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25 to 29.
The first question we might ask is: What can you learn in college that will help you in being an
employee? The schools teach (25) ___________many things of value to the future accountant, doctor or
electrician. Do they also teach anything of value to the future employee? Yes, they teach the one thing that it
is perhaps most valuable for the future employee to know. But very few students bother to learn it. This
basic skill is the ability to organize and express ideas in writing and in speaking. This means that your
success as an employee will depend on your ability to communicate with people and to (26)
___________your own thoughts and ideas to them so they will (27) ___________understand what you are driving at and be persuaded.
Of course, skill in expression is not enough by itself. You must have something to say in the first place.
The effectiveness of your job depends much on your ability to make other people understand your work as
they do on the quality of the work itself.
Expressing one's thoughts is one skill that the school can (28) ___________teach. The foundations for skill
in expression have to be laid early: an interest in and an ear (29) ___________language; experience in
organizing ideas and data, in brushing aside the irrelevant, and above all the habit of verbal expression. If
you do not lay these foundations during your school years, you may never have an opportunity again. Question 25: A. a large B. large C. a great D. great Question 26: A. represent B. transfer C. interpret D. present Question 27: A. either B. as well C. both D. not Question 28: A. quite B. really C. truly D. hardly Question 29: A. in B. for C. by D. if CLOZE TEST 26
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Despite the wealth of information campaigns telling people about global warming and its causes, (25)
_______ people have yet to realize how severe the problem is. Coming climate changes could alter as much
as one third of plant and animal habitats by the end of the 22nd century. These changes could in turn cause
widespread extinctions among plant and animal species around the globe.
Coastal and island habitats are perhaps in the greatest danger (26) _______ they face the combined threats of
warming oceans and rising sea levels. As habitats change, many animals will come under intense pressure to
find more suitable homes for themselves. Mass (27)_______ of at least some animals are certainly to be
expected, but the fact remains that many animals will simply not be able to move fast enough.
Such dire predictions may sound alarmist, but they are based on the rather moderate estimate that the amount
of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere will double by 2100. Many scientists believe, however, (28)_______
this figure is actually very conservative, and they claim that a tripling is far more realistic. If they are (29)
____, the effects on nature will be even more dramatic.
(Source: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2017/climate) Câu 25: A. almost B. most C. most of D. many of
Câu 26. A. although B. providing C. since D. therefore
Câu 27. A. migrations B. onslaught C. emigration D. extinctions Câu 28: A. that B. which C. when D. whether
Câu 29. A. precise B. true C. exact D. correct CLOZE TEST 27
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25 to 29. STREET PAPERS
The problem of homelessness is an international one. In the capital cities of the world, the sight of people
begging on the streets is becoming increasingly rare. But all over the world, homeless people are taking the
future into their own (25) _____________. By selling "street papers" they no longer need to beg for a (26) ____________.
The concept of the street paper is simple. It is sold by homeless and ex-homeless people (27) ________
buy it at a fixed price of 30p and sell it to the public for 70p, keeping 40p for themselves. If they have no
money, then they can get the first ten copies on (28) _____________ and pay for them later. Every paper
seller receives training and is given a special identity badge.
The paper itself contains articles of general and social interest, film and book reviews, cartoons and the
occasional celebrity interview. Advertising and sales provide most of the income, and all profits go
(29) ______________ into helping homeless people.
Câu 25. A. heads B. shoulders C. mouths D. hands
Câu 26. A. living B. life C. lively D. live Câu 27. A. whom B. who C. which D. whose Câu 28. A. cash B. cheque C. credit D. card
Câu 29. A. forward B. out C. through D. back CLOZE TEST 28
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that
best ﬁts each of the numbered blanks.
A scientist said robots will be more intelligent than humans by 2029. The scientist's name is Ray Kurzweil.
He works for Google as Director of Engineering. He is one of the world’s leading experts on (25) ______
intelligence (A.I). Mr Kurzweil believes computers will be able to learn from experiences, just like humans.
He also thinks they will be able to tell jokes and stories, and even ﬂirt. Kurzweil‘s 2029 prediction is a lot
sooner than many people thought. The scientist said that in 1999, many A.I. experts said it would be
hundreds of years (26) ____ a computer was more intelligent than a human. He said that it would not be long
before computer (27) ______ is one billion times more powerful than the human brain.
Mr Kurzweil joked that many years ago, people thought he was a little crazy for predicting computers would
be as intelligent as humans. His thinking has stayed the same but everyone else has changed the way they
think. He said: “My views are not radical any more. I've actually stayed (28) ______. It's the rest of the
world that's changing its view.” He highlighted examples of high-tech things we use, see or read about every
day. These things make us believe that computers have intelligence. He said people think differently now:
"Because the public has seen things like Siri (the iPhone’s voice-recognition technology) (29) ______ you
talk to a computer, they've seen the Google self-driving cars."
(Source: https://breakingnewsenglish.com)
Câu 25. A. artificial B. false C. handmade D. fake
Câu 26. A. while B. after C. then D. before
Câu 27. A. intelligent B. intelligently C. intelligence D. intelligences
Câu 28. A. consistent B. insistent C. persistent D. resistant
Câu 29. A. which B. where C. whom D. what CLOZE TEST 29
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that
best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Sir Isaac Newton, the English scientist and mathematician, was one of the most important figures of the 17th
century scientific revolution. One of his greatest achievement was the discovery of the three laws of motion,
(25) ______ are still used today. But he also had a very unusual personality. Some people would say he was actually insane.
His father died before he was born, and his mother soon remarried. The young Isaac hated his stepfather so
much that he once (26) _____ to burn his house down - when his stepfather and mother were still inside!
Fortunately he did not, and he went on to graduate from Cambridge without being thrown into prison.
Isaac's first published work was a theory of light and color. When another scientist wrote a paper criticizing
this theory, Isaac flew into an uncontrollable rage. The scientist (27) ______ for the criticism was a man
called Robert Hooke. He was head of the Royal Society, and one of the most respected scientists in the
country. (28)_______, this made no difference to Isaac, who refused to speak to him for over a year.
The simple fact was that Isaac found it impossible to have a calm discussion with anyone. As soon as
someone said something that he disagreed with, he would lose his temper. For this reason he lived a large
part of his life isolated from (29) ______ scientists. It is unlikely that many of them complained.
(Source: https://www.biography.com/scientist/isaac-newton)
Câu 25. A. which B. who C. that D. they
Câu 26. A. shouted B. frightened C. threatened D. warned
Câu 27. A. responsible B. reasonable C. guilty D. attributable
Câu 28. A. Although B. However C. Despite D. What is more
Câu 29. A. another B. others C. one D. other CLOZE TEST 30
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that
best fits each the numbered blanks.
Ever since it was first possible to make a real robot, people have been hoping for the invention of a
machine that would do all the necessary jobs around the house. If boring and repetitive factory work could
be (25) _______ by robots, why not boring and repetitive household chores too? For a long time the only
people who really gave the problem their attention were amateur inventors. And they came up against a
major difficulty. The housework is (26) _______ very complex. It has never been one job, it has always been
many. A factory robot carries (27) _______ one task endlessly until it is reprogrammed to do something else.
It doesn't run the whole factory. A housework robot, on the other hand, has to do several different types of
cleaning and carrying jobs and also has to cope with all the different shapes and positions of rooms,
furniture, ornaments, cats and dogs.
(28) _______, there have been some developments recently. Sensors are available to help the robot
locate objects and avoid obstacles. We have the technology to produce the hardware and the software - the
programs (29) _______ will operate the machine.
Question 25. A. managed B. succeeded C. made D. given
Question 26. A. actually B. likely C. seriously D. hardly
Question 27. A. away B. out C. over D. off
Question 28. A. Moreover B. However C. Although D. Beside
Question 29. A. Who B. What C. That D. Where CLOZE TEST 31
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that
best fits each the numbered blanks.
Most educational specialists believe that early schooling should provide children with a(n) (25)
_______ of their own abilities and the self-confidence to use their abilities. One approach recognized by
many (26) _______ as promoting these qualities is the Montessori method, first practised by Maria
Montessori of Italy in the early 1900s. Nancy McCormick Rambusch is credited with (27) _______ the
method in the United States, (28) _______ today there are over 400 Montessori schools. The method helps
children learn for themselves by providing them with instructional materials and tasks that facilitate acts of
discovery and manipulation. Through such exploration, children develop their sense of touch and learn how
to do everyday tasks without adult assistance. (29) _______ benefits include improvement in language
skills, and acquaintance with elements of science, music, and art.
Question 25. A. attitude B. awareness C. knowledge D. attention
Question 26. A. experts B. researchers C. teachers D. tutors
Question 27. A. popularly B. popularity C. popularizing D. popular
Question 28. A. which B. where C. x D. that
Question 29. A. Other B. Others C. Another D. The others CLOZE TEST 32
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Library is a collection of books and other informational materials made available to people for reading,
study, or reference. The word library comes from liber, the Latin word for "book". (25) ____________
library collections have almost always contained a variety of materials. Contemporary libraries maintain
collections that include not only print ed materials such as manuscripts, books, newspapers, and magazines,
but also au dio-visual and online databases. In addition, to maintaining collections within library buildings,
modern libraries often feature telecommunications links that provide users with access to information at remote sites.
The central mission of a library is to collect, organize, preserve, and provide access to knowledge and
information. In fulfilling this mission, libraries preserve a valuable record of culture that can be passed down
to (26) ____________ generations. Libraries are an essential link in this communication between the past,
present, and future. Wheth er the cultural record is contained in books or in electronic formats, libraries
ensure (27) ____________ the record is preserved and made available for later use.
People use library resources to gain information about personal interests or to ob tain recreational
materials such as films and novels. Students use libraries to supple ment and enhance their classroom
experiences, to learn (28) ____________ in locating sources of information, and to develop good reading
and study habits. Public officials use librar ies to research legislation and public policy issues. One of the
most valued of all cultural institutions, the library (29) ____________ information and services that are
essential to learning and progress. Question 25: A. Despite B. However C. Therefore D. Instead Question 26: A. succeeding B. succeed C. successful D. success Question 27: A. what B. which C. who D. that Question 28: A. abilities B. skills C. talents D. capacities Question 29: A. relates B. applies C. supplies D. digests CLOZE TEST 33
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that
best fits each the numbered blanks.
Culture has a strong influence on non-verbal communication. Even the simple act of looking someone in
the eye is not at all that simple. In the USA, Americans are (25) ____________to look directly at people
when speaking to them. It shows interest in what they are saying and is thought to carry a (26)
____________of honesty. Meanwhile, in Japan and Korea, people avoid long periods of eye contact. It is
considered more polite to look to the side during a conversation. The Lebanese, (27) ____________, stand
close together and look intensely into each other's eyes. The action shows sincerity and gives people a better
sense of what their counterparts want. Given such differences with even the most common expressions,
people (28) ____________travel or work abroad have a real need to learn the other culture's body language.
People tend to be unaware of the messages they are sending to others. So, it is useful to consider your own
body language before dealing (29) __________ people from other cultures. Knowing about the body
language of friends, clients, and colleagues can be very helpful in improving understanding and avoiding miscommunication.
Question 25. A. encouraged B. assisted C. forbidden D. opposed
Question 26. A. sense B. taste C. sound D. touch
Question 27. A. therefore B. in addition C. in contrast D. moreover
Question 28. A. who B. where C. which D. whose
Question 29. A. of B. with C. from D. over CLOZE TEST 34
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that
best ﬁts each the numbered blanks.
At present, single-parent families ought to be of great focus, be recognized and supported as they are a
growing family form and should not be an afterthought in family, economic and labor market policies.
Single parent families should be (25) _______ considered and addressed in all family policy discussions and
decisions. (26)________, home-care cash allowances, which are paid to a parent who abstains from
employment to take care for her child at home, can have significant consequences encouraging lower levels
of female employment among single-parent families, (27)________ in turn results in higher childhood
poverty. In this regard, work-life balance policies and workplace practices also need to (28)________ a
single-parent perspective, for example, the impact of non-standard work hours when childcare is not available.
The provision of educational and skill-building opportunities and affordable quality day care become even
more urgent in families with single parents. Such families should have a higher priority and subsidized
access to childcare facilities. Governmental agencies should be established (29)________ child support
payment from non-resident parents in case of conflicts, disagreements or delayed payments, e.g., after a divorce or separation.
(Adapted from http://www.socialtrendsinstitute.org/)
Câu 25. A. implicitly B. clearly C. indirectly D. completely
Câu 26. A. For instance B. However C. Moreover D. Therefore Câu 27. A. who B. whose C. which D. that
Câu 28. A. take responsible for B. take in hand C. take no notice of D. take account of
Câu 29. A. to facilitate B. facilitating C. facilitated D. facilitate CLOZE TEST 35
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or
phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25 to 29.
Mother Teresa was one of the most influential personalities of the twentieth century. However, her life was neither
easy nor glamorous. She was born in Skoje, Macedonia in 1910. When she was 8 years old , her father died
unexpectedly,and the family became devastated after a(an) …… (25)…………. of intense grief . At the age of 18 she
left her home in Skopje and joined the Sisters of Loreto, an Irish community of nuns with missions in India. She went
to India as a …… (26)…………. She became a teacher of English in a secondary school. The school was in a nice
area but there were slums nearby. Conditions there were absolutely terrible. She was horrified by …… (27)………….
she saw. She insisted on leaving her comfortable convent and going to live among the poor. At first her superiors tried
to discourage her from leaving the convent but in the end they agreed to …… (28)…………. her go. Soon other
people heard about her work and came to help her. …… (29)…………. she had no money herself, she succeeded in
building shelters for the dying and schools for the poor. By the 1990s, she had become famous and she was eventually
given the Nobel Prize for her service to the poor. Mother Teresa died on September 5th, 1997. Question 25. A.period B.event C.series D. date Question 26. A. sister B.minister C. priestess D. missionary Question 27. A. what B. where C. which D. that Question 28. A. permit B. let C. allow D. encourage Question 29. A. Whereas B. Although C. Because D. If CLOZE TEST 36
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25 to 29.
If you want to prepare yourself for great achievement and have more to (25)_____to your
education or your work, try reading more books. Pick (26)_____some of the interestingly informative
books and search for well-researched materials that can help you grow.
We should encourage our children to read more books and spend less time watching TV. Some people
have commented that this is inconsistent. "Why is the written word a superior way to get information than
television?" That is an interesting point of view worth further exploration. Reading is a skill that is in much
greater demand than the demand for watching TV. There are no jobs (27) _____ require a person to be
able to watch TV but reading is an integral part of many jobs. The written word is an incredibly flexible
and efficient way of communication. You can write something down and, in no time, it can be
communicated to many different people. Not only that, we can (28) _____ vast amounts of information
through reading in a very short time. A good reader can acquire more information in reading for two hours
than someone watching TV can acquire in a full day. You are able to gain (29)_____ information quickly
because you are a fast reader with good comprehension skills. It will save you massive amounts of time and
you will be able to assimilate vast quantities of information. Question 25: A. gain B. gather C. collect D. contribute Question 26: A. on B. up C. over D. out Question 27: A. that B. who C. when D. whom Question 28: A. digest B. inhale C. breathe D. eat Question 29: A. Lots B. a lot of C. a number of D. little CLOZE TEST 37
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
To many people, their friends are the most important in their life. Really good friends always (33)
_____ joys and sorrows with you and never turn their backs on you. Your best friend may be someone you
have known all your life or someone you have grown (34) _____with.
There are all sorts of things that can (35) _____ about this special relationship. It may be the result of
enjoying the same activities and sharing experiences. Most of us have met someone that we have
immediately felt relaxed with as if we had known them for ages. (36) _____ , it really takes you years to get
to know someone well enough to consider your best friend.
To the (37) _____ of us, this is someone we trust completely and who understands us better than
anyone else. It's the person you can tell him or her your most intimate secrets. Question 33: A. share B. spend C. have D. give Question 34: A. in B. up C. through D. on Question 35: A. result B. provide C. bring D. cause Question 36: A. However B. Yet C. Therefore D. In addition
Question 37: A. majorial B. majorially C. major D. majority CLOZE TEST 38
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25 to 29.
Welcome to the Netherlands, a tiny country that only extends, at its broadest, 312 km north to south,
and 264 km east to west - (25) _________ the land area increases slightly each year as a result of continuous
land reclamation and drainage. With a lot of heart and much to offer, ‘Holland,’ as it is (26) _________
known to most of us abroad - a name stemming from its once most prominent provinces - has more going on
per kilometer than most countries, and more English-speaking natives. You’ll be impressed by its (27)
_________ cities and charmed by its countryside and villages, full of contrasts. From the exciting variety on
offer, you could choose a romantic canal boat tour in Amsterdam, a Royal Tour by coach in The Hague, or a
hydrofoil tour around the biggest harbour in the world - Rotterdam. In season you could visit the dazzling
bulb fields, enjoy a full day on a boat, or take a bike tour through the pancake-flat countryside spiced with
windmills. The possibilities are countless and the nationwide tourist office is on hand to give you
information and help you (28) _________ reservations. You’ll have (29) _________ language problems
here, as the Dutch are true linguists and English is spoken here almost universally. Question 25. A. so B. despite C. in spite of D. although Question 26. A. regularly B. occasionally C. commonly D. unusually Question 27. A. historic B. historical C. historically D. historian Question 28. A. sit B. catch C. do D. make Question 29. A. few B. a few C. little D. a little CLOZE TEST 39
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that
best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25 to 29.
In an educational context, the term ‘learner independence’ has gained increasing importance in recent
years. It is of particular (25)_______to language learning and commonly refers to the way students
confidently control and organise their own language learning process. While some people seem to have an
almost instinctive flaw for languages, (26) _______ have to rely on strategies to maximise their skills and
learn a foreign language more effectively.
The main thing to remember is that becoming a truly independent learner ultimately depends above all
on taking responsibility for your own learning and being prepared to take every opportunity available to you
to learn. You also increase your chances of (27)_________by learning according to your own needs and
interests, using all available resources. Research shows that learners (28)__________adopt this approach
will undoubtedly manage to broaden their language abilities considerably and, (29)_________ are mote
likely to achieve their objectives in the longer term.
(Adapted from “Complete Advanced” by Laura Mathews and Barbara Thomas)
Question 25: A. resemblance B. acceptance C. relevance D. acquaintance
Question 26: A. each B. every C. others D. Few
Question 27: A. interest B. failure C. suspicision D. success
Question 2S: A. who B. why C. which D. where
Question 29: A. though B. as a result C. because D. in contrast CLOZE TEST 40
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that
best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25 to 29. KEEPING FIT
Bodies are made to move! They are not (25) for sitting around in front of the television or
reading magazines. Keeping fit doesn't mean have to be a super-athlete, and even (26) exercise
can give you a lot of fun. When you are fit and healthy, you will find you look better and feel better.
You will develop more energy and self-confidence.
Every time you move, you are exercising. The human body is designed to bend, stretch, run, jump
and climb. M o r e it does, the stronger and fitter it will become. Best of all, exercise is fun. It's
what your body likes doing most-keeping on the move.
Physical exercise is (27) __________ good for your body. People who take regular exercise are usually
happier, more relaxed and more alert than people who sit around all day. Try an experiment-next time you
are in a bad mood, go for a walk or play a ball game in the park. See how much better you feel after an hour.
A good (28) of achievement is yet another benefit of exercise. People feel good about
themselves when they know they have improved their fitness. People (29) _______exercise regularly will
tell you that they find they have more energy to enjoy life. So have a go you'll soon see and feel the benefits.
Question 25: A. planned B. designed C. programmed D. caused
Question 26:A. a little B. a few C. little D. few
Question 27: A. not only B. if C. either D. both
Question 28: A. sense B. feel C. lot D. piece
Question 29: A. whom B. who C. which D. whose CLOZE TEST 41
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or
phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25 to 29.
The World Health Organization (WHO) is warning young people all over the world that they are also at risk from
COVID-19. The WHO said young people are not exempt from catching the coronavirus. Many young people ___ (25)
_____believe they will not catch the virus because of their age. They think it is a disease that only older people catch.
The WHO said the truth is ____ (26) ____young people are catching the coronavirus and becoming ill or dying from
it. It added that young people are also spreading the disease to their parents, grandparents and _____ (27) ___people.
The White House also urged young adults to follow advice and to avoid gathering in large groups to help prevent the spread of the virus.
The Director-General of the WHO said: "Today, I have a message for young people: You are not invincible." He
added: "This coronavirus could put you in hospital for weeks, or even kill you. Even if you don't get sick, the choices
you make about where you go could be the difference between life and death for someone else." The WHO said: "A
significant proportion of patients___ (28) _____in hospital for COVID-19 around the world are aged under 50." New
York Governor Andrew Cuomo said many young people are not ___ (29) _____the state's social-distancing rules. He
told young people that: "This is a public health issue and you cannot be endangering other peoples' health."
( Source: https://breakingnewsenglish.com/) Question 25: A.really B. mistakenly C.strongly D. frequently Question 26: A.why B. what C. that D. when Question 27: A. other B.others C.the others D. the other Question 28: A.to treat B.to be treated C.treating D. treated
Question 29: A. following B. doing C.making D. keeping CLOZE TEST 42
Read the passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to complete the passage.
Some doctors think that you should drink a glass of water each morning. You should drink this water first
thing before doing anything else. The (25) ______ of the water should be similar to body temperature; (26)
______ too hot nor too cold. Why should you drink this water? Water helps your body in many ways. It
helps clean out your kidneys. It prepares your stomach for (27) ______, Water can also help your intestines
work better. After drinking water, the intestines can more easily take out nutrients from our food. Water also
helps us go to the bathroom more easily,
Scientists suggest that people (28) ______ 1,600 milliliters of water each day. But don't drink all of that
water in one sitting. If you do, your kidneys will have to work much harder to eliminate it. It's better to drink
some in the morning and some in the afternoon. Some people think it's better to drink between meals and not
during meals. They think water dilutes the juices produced in our stomachs, (29) ______ can interfere with
normal digestion. Are you drinking enough water every day? Check the color of your urine. If it is light
yellow, you are probably drinking enough. If your urine is very dark yellow, you probably need to drink
more water. A little more water each day could make you much healthier!
(Adapted from Reading Challenge 1 by Casey Malarcher and Andrea Janzen)
Question 25. A. moisture B. heat C. coolness D. temperature
Question 26. A. either B. both C. neither D. but
Question 27. A. digestion B. digestive C. digestible D. digest
Question 28. A. take out B. take up C. take in D. take off
Question 29. A. that B. which C. who D. whom CLOZE TEST 43
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
The "greenhouse effect" is the warming that happens when certain gases in Earth's atmosphere (25)
________ heat. These gases let in light but keep heat from escaping, like the glass walls of a greenhouse.
First, sunlight shines onto the Earth's surface, (26) ______ it is absorbed and then radiates back into the
atmosphere as heat. In the atmosphere, “greenhouse gases trap some of this heat, and the the rest escapes
into space. The more greenhouse gases are in the atmosphere, the more heat gets trapped.
Scientists have known about the greenhouse effect since 1824, when Joseph Fourier calculated that the
Earth would be much colder if it had no atmosphere. This greenhouse effect is what keeps the Earth's climate
(27) _________. Without it, the Earth's surface would be an average of about 60 degrees Fahrenheit cooler.
Scientists often use the term "climate change" instead of global warming. This is because as the Earth's
average temperature climbs, winds and ocean currents move heat around the globe in ways that can cool
some areas, warm (28) ___________, and change the amount of rain and snow falling. (29)_________, the
climate changes differently in different areas.
(Source: https://www.open.edu/openlearncreate/mod/oucontent)
Question 25: A. seize B. capture C. trap D. grasp
Question 26: A. which B. where C. that D. which
Question 27: A. lively B. alive C. livable D. living
Question 28: A. others B. another C. one D. the other
Question 29: A. However B. In addition C. On the contrary D. As a result CLOZE TEST 44
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25 to 29.
Why is it that many teenagers have the energy to play computer games until late at night but can't find the
energy to get out of bed in time for school? According to a new report, today's generation of children are in
danger of getting so (25) ___________sleep that they are putting their mental and physical health at risk.
Adults can easily survive on seven to eight hours' sleep a night, (26) ___________teenagers require nine or
ten hours. According to medical experts, one in five youngsters gets anything between two and five hours'
sleep a night less than their parents did at their age.
This (27) ___________ serious questions about whether lack of sleep is affecting children's ability to
concentrate at school. The connection between sleep deprivation and lapses in memory, impaired reaction
time and poor concentration is well (28) ___________Research has shown that losing as little as half an
hour's sleep a night can have profound ef fects on how children perform the next day. A good night's sleep is
also crucial for teenagers because it is while they are asleep (29)___________they release a hormone that is
essential for their 'growth spurt' (the period during teenage years when the body grows at a rapid rate). It's
true that they can, to some extent, catch up on sleep at weekends, but that won't help them when they are
dropping off to sleep in class on a Friday afternoon. Question 25: A. less B. little C. few D. much Question 26: A. because B. so C. or D. whereas Question 27: A. rises B. raises C. comes D. results Question 28: A. arranged B. organized C. established D. acquired Question 29: A. where B. that C. which D. at which CLOZE TEST 45
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25 to 29.
Why is it that many teenagers have the energy to play computer games until late at night but can't find the
energy to get out of bed in time for school? According to a new report, today's generation of children are in
danger of getting so (25) ___________sleep that they are putting their mental and physical health at risk.
Adults can easily survive on seven to eight hours' sleep a night, (26) ___________teenagers require nine or
ten hours. According to medical experts, one in five youngsters gets anything between two and five hours'
sleep a night less than their parents did at their age.
This (27) ___________ serious questions about whether lack of sleep is affecting children's ability to
concentrate at school. The connection between sleep deprivation and lapses in memory, impaired reaction
time and poor concentration is well (28) ___________Research has shown that losing as little as half an
hour's sleep a night can have profound ef fects on how children perform the next day. A good night's sleep is
also crucial for teenagers because it is while they are asleep (29)___________they release a hormone that is
essential for their 'growth spurt' (the period during teenage years when the body grows at a rapid rate). It's
true that they can, to some extent, catch up on sleep at weekends, but that won't help them when they are
dropping off to sleep in class on a Friday afternoon. Question 25: A. less B. little C. few D. much Question 26: A. because B. so C. or D. whereas Question 27: A. rises B. raises C. comes D. results Question 28: A. arranged B. organized C. established D. acquired Question 29: A. where B. that C. which D. at which CLOZE TEST 46
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25 -29
I was an MBA student in the USA and I lived in the university’s coed dormitory. In my culture, usually,
if a woman talks to a man, it is a sign of romantic interest. (25)_______, in the first few days of school, I
found it strange that so many women were talking to me and I was under the impression that some women
on my dormitory floor were interested in me. To (26) _____ their politeness, I would buy them flowers or
offer small gifts, as is done in my country. However, I was quite surprised to see that these same women
now seemed (27) _______ around me. One was even quite offended and told me to leave her alone.
Eventually I talked to the residence adviser on my floor to see what I was doing wrong, and he explained to
me the way men and women usually interact in the USA. I was quite relieved to hear that (28) _____ was
wrong with me, but rather with the way I was interpreting my conversations with women. Even though I did
not find the love of my life while I was in the USA, I still made many good female friends afterwards (29)
_______I still maintain contact.
(Source: https://books.google.com.vn) Question 25: A. However B. Therefore C. Moreover D. Otherwise Question 26: A. pay B. show C. return D. give
Question 27: A. uncomfortable B. amazing C. exciting D. surprising Question 28: A. nothing B. something C. anything D. everything Question 29: A. whom B. to whom C. who D. with whom CLOZE TEST 47
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
The first thing that is included in the "living together” (25) ______ is the expected good
relations with your family. This also involves sharing equally the housework. (26) _______ of
people think that everyone should share the housework equally, but in many homes parents do most
of it. To certain minds, many families can't share the housework whereas they should try it. In fact,
sharing the housework equally is not very possible because of the families' timetable. So, it is
somehow believed that children and parents must do things together. For this they can establish a housework planning.
(27)_________, housework's contributions of the teenager make him more responsible. He will
think that he has an important role in his family. According to researchers, teenagers should share
the housework because (28) ______ will help them when they have to establish their own family in
the future. Too many teenagers and young adults leave home without knowing how to cook or clean,
but if parents delegate basic housework to teens as they are old enough to do it, they won't be
destabilized by doing the housework in their new grown-up life.
It can be (29) ________ concluded that many parents don't really prepare their children for
future, because they don't stimulate them to learn how to run a house. If parents get them
responsible, teens will be more responsible and that will improve family's life.
(Source: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013) Question 25: A. custom B. tradition C. notion D. trend Question 26: A. lots B. few C. little D. a lot of
Question 27: A. In addition B. However C. In contrast D. In case Question 28: A. which B. what C. that D. who Question 29: A. likely B. probably C. auspiciously D. possibly CLOZE TEST 48
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Amparo Lasén, the Spanish sociologist who conducted the study found that Londoners use their cell phones
the least in public. If they are with others, they prefer to let calls be answered by voice mail (a recorded
message) and then they check for messages later. If the English do answer a call on the street, they seem to
dislike talking with others around. They tend to move away from a crowded sidewalk and seek out a place
(25) ________ they cannot be heard, such as the far side of a subway entrance or even the edge of a street.
They seem to feel that the danger of the traffic is (26) ___________ to the risk of having their conversation
be overheard. This has led to a behavior that Laser has called "clustering." At a busy time of day on the
streets of London, you may find small crowds of cell phone users grouped together, each one talking into a
cell phone. Even when it is raining—as it is often in London—people still prefer not to hold their
conversations where others could hear. They talk (27) _____________ their umbrellas or in a doorway.
In Paris, however, there are stricter rules about how and when to use cell phones. It is not considered polite
to use a phone in a restaurant, (28) ______________, though it might be acceptable in the more informal
setting of a café. One special custom that has developed in cafés seems unique to Paris. Young women often
place their cell phones on the table beside them to signal that they are expecting someone. When the friend
arrives, the phone is (29) _____________. In fact, the French are generally very disapproving of phone use
in public and are quick to express that disapproval, even to strangers.
(Adapted from “Advanced Reading Power” by Beatrice S. Mikulecky and Linda Jeffries)
Câu 25. A. which B. when C. where D. what
Câu 26. A. preferable B. prefer C. preference D. preferential Câu 27. A. on B. under C. in D. after
Câu 28. A. for examples B. moreover C. nevertheless D. for instance
Câu 29. A. put away B. put back C. put down D. put aside

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