NOTES TUYỂN TẬP 20 NĂM OLYMPIC 30 THÁNG 4 LỚP 10
ĐỀ THI CHÍNH THỨC TỪ NĂM 1998 – 2013 No. English Notes 1
Uncertainty about the company’s future meant that few
people wanted to invest money on it. 2 This cloth feels very thin. 3
After accident the injured cyclist was in great pain. 4
He said “Strike while the iron is hot.”
Strike while the iron is hot: không để lỡ cơ hội 5 Put out the cigarette put out: dập lửa 6
It’s time you looked ahead and made plan for the future. 7 desired to V-ing 8 The expiry date of sth is on 9
I think you should make allowances for other people’s
make allowances for: chiếu cố, xem xét weaknesses. 10
To watch statesmen try to talk about peace on television 11
Television brings its viewers a steady stream of
programmes that are made to entertain. 12 uneconomical 13
Do your shoes up before leaving the house 14
The factory smoke looked white in the grey winter skies. 15
Every since Phillip had the accident, he has been unable to make decisions. 16
Because in a situation like that can children learn a lot how to behave. 17
Only after a twelve-hour delay did their flight leave. 18 I will certainly be there.
 I won’t fail to be there. 19
We would get the job finished much quicker if everyone worked as hard as everyone.
 We would get the job finished much quicker if
everyone pulled their weight. 20 be diagnosed with 21
Her reaction when she had finally found her brother was one of disbeliefs. 22 You are out of question to V 23
Scientists are currently caught in a race against time to
find forest treatments for cancer, AIDS and heart disease. 24
Every one will have part of the rainforests in their home. 25
The old man collapsed after doing some strenuous
strenuous: căng thẳng, hang say exercises. 26 the purification of water
27 Many beliefs of a culture are symbolically represented in rituals. 28
Thank you for your generosity; we shall always be indebted to you. 29
Professor Smith has joined the company in an advisory capacity. 30
It was not until he received the prize that he celebrated. 31
All being well, I’ll see you next week. 32
The government’s education policies have been under review recently. 33
Image my surprise when a policeman appeared at the door. 34 My protests were ignored.
 Nobody took any notice of my protests. 35
What gives people’s social background is what they eat, not their table manners. 36
The chances are a hundred to one against you.
 It’s most difficult for you to get the chances. 37
have a long discussion about sth = discuss sth at length 38
put words into sb’s mouth: bịa đặt 39 exploit the freedom
= make the more of freedom 40 be cured of 41
For people with hearing difficulties, telephones with
volume controls provide the best solution. 42
There was a great scandal when it turned out that the celibate: độc thân
Bishop, who was meant to be celibate, had a son. 42 unsatisfactory 42
The singer had little money when he died, which surprised everybody. 43
Ann was afraid the neighbours would despise her for not
look down on = despise: khinh thường having a washing machine.
 Ann were afraid the neighbours look down on her for not having a washing machine. 44
The world is yearning for peace, but does not looks to know how to win it. 45
I could hear the director rebuking Jim for being late for
rebuke sb for: khiển trách ai về cái gì work again. 46
She lost the case because of her inadmissible evidence. 47
He completely went to pieces after the breakup of his marriage. 48
Everybody is very anxious about the outcome of the negotiations. 49
Some people enjoy training, for others it is only a means to an end. 50
If you want a good flat in London, you have to pay though the nose for it. 51
The unpleasant smell in the restaurant put me off my dinner. 52
Don’t let a good chance go by! 53
Many factories break the anti-pollution law and get away with it. 54 take action against 55 be charged with 56
I watched a film on TV last night, but I can’t remember drop off:
how it ended, I must have dropped off before the end. 57
take over: giao lại trách nhiệm cho 58
Jim’s very tall. He’s really out stands from the rest of his class. 59 A big fish in a small pond
một trong những người quan trọng của một nhóm, tổ chức, … 60
The success of our local theatre has put our city on the map. 61
She is not upset; she is only putting on an act.
put on an act: giả vờ, diễn trò 62
The effects of technology are being felt even in grade schools. 63 change the way sb V 64 a good example of sth is 65
Samples will be provided on request. 66
This pullover is a bargain at $20.50 67 cure sb of illness 68 call sb for short 69
If you have an old blanket, it’s advisable that it be
bring along: dẫn, mang cái gì/ai đi cùng
brought along so that we have something to sit on at the beach. 70
He pretended to be an Englishman, but his foreign
give away: phản bội, gây bất lợi language gave him away. 71
We called in a specialist when he grew worse.
call in: mời ai đến làm gì 72
The school for broke up the holiday at the end of May. 73 be not in the mood for 74
William tried to remain impartial in the quarrel between his two cousins.
 William tried not to take sides in the quarrel between his two cousins. 75
The student’s hard work was rewarded with success in his degree examination. 76
These oranges are sold by the dozen. 77
Police have asked witness of the accident to come
come forwar: đứng ra, trình diện forward 78
Computer technology will bring about a revolution in business administration. 79
The Vietnamese people successfully carried out the August Revolution in 1945. 80
Fish for breakfast is not to everyone’s taste. 81
We agreed to take turns to do the washing up on
take turns to V: thay phiên nhau làm gì alternative days. 82
The supply of manual jobs to be dried up. 83
When Tim was eating a cherry, he accidentally
swallow the stone: nuốt phải hột swallowed the stone. 84
I don’t care if you had had too much to drink .Your indefensible = unforgivable
behavior last night was indefensible. 85
I’ve never thought that I would win a prize.
 It never crossed my mind that I would win a prize. 86 a prime example of 87
The little boy was left in charge of his grandmother
during his parents’ absence. 88
Those campers are really green. They have no idea how green: xanh và non to set up a tent. 89
How could you just abandon me in the middle of London leave sb high and dry: bỏ mặc ai trong tình
with no money and leave me high and dry. huống khó khăn 90
How exactly did you set about training the dogs to work
set about: bắt đầu làm gì well together? 91
It seems to be your boss who is with fault in this case. 92
Such relaxed days were few and far between in her hectic
few and far between: hiếm khi life. 93 hold sb’s attention 94
It’s infuriating when people won’t believe things that are infuriating: chọc điên tiết obviously true. 95
This statue commemorate the soldiers who died in the war. 96
laundry (n) – laundromat (n): dịch vụ tự giặt ủi 97
He was taken to court for non-payment. 98
I’ll keep my fingers crossed for you on the day of your
keep sb’s fingers crossed for sb: chúc ai may interview. mắn 99
He stood his ground against his adversary.
stand sb’s ground: giữ vững lập trường 10 lest vì sợ rằng 0 10
Such was the strength of public opinion that the PM 1 had to resign. 10
The mistake in the accounts only came to light when the 2 figures were re-checked. 10
Andrew makes no pretence of having a lot of musical
make no pretence of: không đòi hỏi, không kì 3 talent. vọng vào cái gì 10
The book gives an interesting account of the life of Marx
give an account of sth: đưa lời giải thích về 4 as a young man. cái gì 10
The local council put the blame on mass tourism for the 5 environmental problems. 10
Don’t come to the conclusion that learning English is 6 easy. 10
theatre (n) – theatregoer (n) 7 10
As infants we cry to express our hunger 8 10 each and every time 9 11
Each and every time we encounter fellow human beings
fellow human beings: người đồng loại 0 11
Our highly developed languages set us apart from 1 animals. 11
Two months ago, I put in for a job as a dental put in for: đề nghị 2 receptionist. 11
Mr. Brown tried out several cell phones before finding 3
one entirely to his taste. 11
Look! I’m sorry to butt in but I think I can help.
butt in: xen vào câu chuyện 4 11
It’s not my fault. Don’t take it out on me.
take sth out on sb: giận cá chém thớt 5 11
The brochures displayed very tempting photographs of mouth-watering: bắt mắt 6
the tourist attractions in Sweden. They were so mouth-
watering that it was hard for viewers to resist booking that tour immediately. 11
What must be avoided at all costs is the suppression of suppression: sự đàn áp 7
anger, as feelings of resentment can lead a relationship to retrieve (v) – irretrievable (adj): không thể
break down irretrievably. cứu vãn được 11
Tourists can see many panoramic views of the ocean and panorama (n) – panoramic (adj): có tính bao 8 mountain. quát
panoramic view of sth: toàn cảnh của cái gì 11
Dolphins, mammalian species, sometimes jump above
mammal (n) – mammalian (adj): thuộc động 9 the surface of the water. vật có vú 12
We like Mary. She’s very nice and ladylike.
lady (n) – ladylike (adj): uỷ mị 0 12
Weekly general music classes or private instrumental or 1
vocal lessons will find an outlet for their creativity and self-expression. 12
The serious music student who sets aside time to practice set aside time to V: để dành thời gian làm gì 2
each day will develop similar positive habits in other subjects. 12
Organizational skills are better, grades are higher, and
hurt in/at: trội hơn về mặt gì 3
children learn what it takes to hurt at something. 12
Most of the students ignored what the teacher was saying. 4
 Few students kill notices of what the teacher was saying. 12
We shall not announce the decision formally. 5
 No formal announcement of the decision will be made. 12 cast an eye over 6 12
You have said exactly the right thing. 7
 You have kill the head or nail. 12
It is not certain that Jones will get the job.
be open to question/doubt: vẫn còn chưa chắc 8
 It is open to doubt that Jones will get the job. chắn được rằng 12
She furiously threw the book across the room. 9
 S uch was her fury that she threw the book across the room. 13
A relaxing break will do you good. 0 13
I didn’t realize how much she was influenced by her 1 mother.
 I didn’t realize the extent to how much she was influenced by her mothers. 13
He owed his rescue to a passer-by. be indeed sb for sth 2
 He was indeed to a passer-by for his rescue. 13
I wish you wouldn’t fly at me like that every time I make fly at: hét lên giận dữ 3 a mistake. 13
The new office staff are shaking down well.
shake down: trở nên có tổ chức sau một thời 4 gian 13
I have gone off computer games. They are not as
go off: bắt đầu không thích 5 interesting as before. 13
Most people at some stage in their lives feel afraid of 6 something. 13
Fears are normal and do not interfere with out ability to 7 get on with our lives. 13
Some people are afraid of something to such an extent
to (such) an extent: đến mức độ mà 8
that it prevents them from leading a normal life. 13
That is not the same as “mechanophobic”, suffering from mechanophobia: hội chứng sợ công nghệ hiện 9
a racing heart and being short of breath at the mere sight đại of a computer. 14
You cannot take a true phobia for anything else as it 0
affects the whole of your nervous system. 14
Noise is commonly defined as unwanted sound, is a 1
widely recognized form of pollution, it is very difficult to
measure because the discomfort experienced by
individuals is highly subjective. 14
The noise produced as a by-product of our advancing 2 technology 14 unlikely as it may seem 3 14 without doubt 4 14
George is very disorganized and not very businesslike.
businesslike: tháo vát, thạo việc 5 14
A film about the reptilian ancestors is available in the
reptilian: bò sát giống người 6 library. 14
There are people whose immortality begins from the 7 moment of the death. 14
This irreparably faulty washing machine should be 8 returned to the manufacturer. 14
The first time I tried out my new bike I overbalanced 9 and fell off. 15
The trip was so amazing that we will never forget it. 0
 It’s too amazing a trip for us to forget. 15
She was so disgusted at the way her friend behaved that 1 she refused to speak to him.
 Such was her disgust at the way her friend behaved
that she refused to speak to him. 15
The film is similar to Shakespeare’s Hamlet in a number 2 of ways.
 The film bears some resemblance to Shakespeare’s Hamlet. 15
Mike is never reluctant to make tough decisions as a
shrink from: lùi bước, chùn bước 3 manager.
shrink from difficulties: lùi bước trước khó
 Mike never shrinks from making tough decisions as khăn a manager. 15 set sb’s heart on 4 15
We feel like a fish out of water in the house. 5 15
She craved affection from her children but they
crave: khao khát, thèm muốn 6 neglected her shamefully. 15
Race relations in this country are unlike to improve until innate: bẩm sinh 7
people overcame their innate feelings of hostility towards foreigners. 15
I utterly refute your argument. In my opinion, you have refute sb’s argument: bác bỏ lý lẽ của ai 8 distorted the facts. 15
We put aside a sum of money each month for our put aside: để dành 9 summer holidays. 16
He looks up to his older brother and follows his example 0 in everything. 16
I don’t know if she’ll get over her husband’s death. 1 16
Most people who work feel that they are underpaid. 2 16 be in great demand for 3 16
I felt at the back of my mind that something was wrong,
in/at the back of my mind: trong thâm tâm, 4 but what was it? đáy long 16
He tries to ingratiate himself with everyone by paying
ingratiate oneself with sb: làm cho ai yêu mến 5 them compliments. mình 16
No matter how angry he was, he would never exert to exert: hành xử, gây ra 6 violence. 16
The couple broke up their engagement after they had a 7 huge argument. 16
At school, Luis got into a lot of trouble for something I
hold it against sb: có ác cảm với ai 8
did, and now he holds it against me. 16
My plans for starting a restaurant fell through. 9 17
Do you have to go already? Can’t you stick around for a
stick around: ở yên một chỗ 0 few minutes? 17
The students were slow to catch on, but gradually they 1 began to understand. 17
Bruce said that the situation at work was like a family
sth to be likened to sth: cái gì được so sánh, ví 2 argument. như cái gì
 Bruce likened the situation at work to a family argument 17 be preoccupied with 3 17 cast light on 4 17
It was very strange but I had a premonition that the plane 5 would crash. 17
Although he spoke slowly, I found it difficult at times to
lose the thread of sb’s argument: mất mạch 6
follow the thread of his argument.
lạc trong lập luận của ai 17
I intend to lodge an official complaint to the Director.
lodge: trình, đề nghị, đệ đơn 7 17
The transport strikes a real nuisance, which will make it 8
very difficult for me to get to work. 17
If you pay the restaurant bill with your credit card, I’ll 9
settle up with you later. 18
Demands for the products is expected to peak 5 years
taper off: yếu dần, nhỏ dần 0
from now and then to taper off. 18
The rain was simply pelting down on the deserted street. pelt down: mưa rất to, nặng hạt 1 18
As we were waiting on the pavement, a black Mercedes pull up: đỗ xe, tấp vào 2 pulled up beside us. 18
She brought off the deal even though nobody though she bring off: thu xếp để làm việc gì thành công 3 was capable of doing it. (việc khó khăn) 18
soil does not contain enough vital nutrients 4 18
Quite different from storm surges are the giant sea waves 5
called tsunamis, which derive their name from the
Japanese expression for “high water in a harbor”. 18
This involved some underhand dealings with chief of the hand (n) – underhand (adj): giấu diếm, lén lút 6 police. 18
You can travel from one end of the park to the other on a
minimize (v) – miniature (adjn): thu nhỏ 7 miniature railway. 18
The lingering war in the country has brought about
human (n) – dehumanizing (adj): vô nhân đạo 8
nothing but the dehumanizing effects of poverty and squalor. 18
The intermarriage between blacks and whites are more
intermarriage: hôn nhân giữa các chủng tộc 9 and more common. 19
I don’t think Tom’s getting too much sleep lately. His
bleed (v) – bloodshot (adj) (mắt) đỏ ngầu 0
eyes are terribly bloodshot. 19
He was unwavering belief in something unreal such as
normality (n) – paranormal (adj): huyền bí, 1 paranormal forces. siêu linh 19
This liver condition is common among those who drink a 2 lot.
 This liver is common among heavy drinkers. 19
“I think the whole idea is ridiculous.” he said 3
 He dismissed the whole idea as being ridiculous. 19
Her lateness made the boss angry. go bananas: tức giận 4
 It was because she was late that the boss went bananas. 19
She is not very good at arranging flowers.
have a flair for: có năng khiếu làm gì 5
 She doesn’t have much flair for arranging flowers. 19
Her early success has made her very conceited.
go to sb’s head = conceited: khiến ai kiêu 6
 Her early success has made her gone to her head. ngạo, tự cao tự đại
NOTES TUYỂN TẬP 20 NĂM OLYMPIC 30 THÁNG 4 LỚP 10 ĐỀ THI ĐỀ NGHỊ No. English Notes 1
It was a typical day in July, hot and sticky. 2
I could tell that Matt was coming because I knew his
blend (n): hỗn hợp pha trộn (thuốc lá, chè, …) blend of tobacco. 3
The evidence that carbon dioxide levels are rising is an undeniable evidence undeniable. 4
I’ve given up trying to make my sister see sense, and now resign: từ bỏ
I’m resigned to the fact that she is going to marry Jason. resign the hope/fate/… 5
Unfortunately, the clerk omitted to tell me that the ticket
omit: bỏ lỡ, bỏ quên, không làm tròn trách
I bought was valid before 9 am. nhiệm 6
This is one of the collections of clothes that typifies the type (v) – typify (v) 1930s. 7
She won the first prize in the contest due to his persuasiveness. 8
The contra-indication for the pills meant that she could
indicate (v) – contra-indication (n): chống chỉ not take them. định, cấm dùng thuốc 9
Nobody wants to make friends with a hard-hearted
heart (n) – hard-hearted (adj): nhẫn tâm, person. không biết thương xót 10
He is too self-reliant to want to borrow from anyone.
self-reliant: tự lực, độc lập 11
The manager was sacked after he tried to falsify his
false (adj) – falsify (v): làm giả, giả mạo accounts. 12
Somebody from the audience shouted out, and the
speaker was forced to stop in mid-sentence. 13
The bride was stylishly dressed in white. 14
The firm has an annual turnover of $10,000
turn (v) – turnover (n): doanh thu 15
Let’s go over the grammar one more time before the
go over: ôn lại, đọc lướt qua một lượt test. 16
When the father saw what had happened he blew up and blow up: tức giận shouted at his son. 17
We set off at six in the morning on our drive to the Grand set off: khởi hành chuyến hành trình Canyon. 18
You should break through your shyness if you want to
break through: vượt qua rào cản improve your speaking skill. 19
Unfortunately, I had to tell off Bod because of his poor performance recently. 20
They think a lot about their future job.
 They give a great deal of thought to their future job. 21
I am not willing to discuss this matter at the moment.
 This matter is not something that I am willing to discuss at the moment. 22
He didn’t try to conceal his dislike for me.
conceal: giấu diếm. che đậy
 He made no effort to conceal his dislike for me. 23 Jack loses his temper easily.
 It doesn’t take much time for Jack to lose his temper. 24
I really enjoy getting thoroughly absorbed in this good
lose oneself in: đắm chìm vào cái gì book.
 I am losing myself in this good book. 25
According to the headmaster, only two hundred pupils will be admitted.  O
n the authority of the headmaster, only two
hundred pupils will be admitted. 26
Similar interests brought Mary and Bob together initially.
 Having interests in common brought Marry and Bob together. 27
CG was killed just before the armistice. on the eve of = before
 CG was killed on the eve of the armistice. 28
You should not make fun of him. He seems not to like prim and proper: improper behavior.
 You should not make fun of him. He seems to be prim and proper. 29
Crocodiles see well, their eyes are fitted with three
eyelids, each having a different function. 30 during a lifetime 31
These animals can attack at any time of the year, but
they are more active in the warmer months and when in search of mates. 32 seal the nest for protection 33
They keep the dog chained up so that it will not bite any
to be chained up: bị còng, bị nhốt, bị giam giữ body. 34
We cannot judge by looks alone because beauty is but skin deep. 35
He was punctual to the minute. 36
He was able to rise above his fears and enter the
rise above: không bị ảnh hưởng, tiêu cực bởi competition. cái gì 37 for fear of 38 take offence at 39 by word of mouth 40
We are determined to stand by you though you may be in disgrace now. 41
At the moment, people are buying up stocks of food in case storms hit the area. 42
Are you in trouble with the police again? What have you
get up to: làm gì đó sai, quậy lên
been getting up to this time? 43
I’m not sure if this is a suitable topic for research paper. I talk over: thảo luận
need to talk it over with my teacher before I start writing. 44
The letter reach me even though it was wrongly addressed.
 The letter found ways to me even though it was wrongly addressed. 45
I got bored with the match halfway though.
 I lost my interest in the match halfway though. 46 show an improvement in 47
Don’t run away with the idea that you have discovered a new chemical.
 Don’t come to the conclusion that you have discovered a new chemical. 48
There is a very little chance of them winning the game.
 They are highly unlikely to win the game. 49
Because I believed his lies, I gave him $1000.
 He tricked me into giving him $1000. 50 His arrogance irritates me.
get up sb’s nose: làm ai tức giận
 His arrogance gets up my nose. 51
Peter was in trouble with his boss because he didn’t finish in hot water: gặp trục trặc, có vấn đề với ai
an important project by the deadline.
 Peter was in hot water with his boss because he
didn’t finish an important project by the deadline 52
His wife keeps telling him that he should give up
push (v): thúc ép, thúc giục smoking.
 His wife is pushing him to give up smoking. 53
He offered them money to encourage them to do the job more effectively.
 He offered them money as an incentive to do the job more effectively 54 remind sb of 55
Every Christmas, they donate some food and clothes to
need (v) – the needy (n): người nghèo túng, the needy. thiếu thốn 56
He lost his temper and used disgusting unrepeatable language. 57
This machinery has been coated with a certain chemical
rust (n) – rustproof (v): chống gỉ to make it rustproof. 58
To his great loss his wife died in childbirth when he was only 25 years old. 59
It’s very considerate of you to offer me your seat, but considerate:
really I’m quite happy to stand. 60
The mere thought of exams makes her feel ill.
at the mere thought of sth: chỉ mới nghĩ đến điều đó 61 be rewarded with success 62
This emerald bracelet is peerless; it is the only one of its
peerless: không gì sánh bằng kind in the world. 63