REVISION FOR THE SECOND TERM
ENGLISH 11- 2021-2022
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
1. A. floor B. flood C. moorland D. door
2. A. academic B. apply C. affect D. achieve
3. A. tomb B. global C. solution D. poetic
4. A. decided B. selected C. damaged D. poited
5. A. inhabitant B. geography C. radiation D. available
6. A. disposal B. optimistic C. population D. occupy
7. A medicine. B. remedy C. exercise D. obesity
8. A balanced B. yoga C. fatty D. natural
9. A. ago B. across C. about D. adult
10. A. language B. article C. partly D. hardly
11. A. but B. cut C. sun D. put
12. A. lake B. plane C. plan D. state
13. A. lecture B. medium C. inventor D. president
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions.
1. A. absorb B. global C. balance D. carbon
2. A. natural B. endangered C. dangerous D. habitat
3. A. pollution B. continue C. enormous D. disappear
4. A. broaden B. provide C. pursue D. succeed
5. A. college B. degree C. language D. subject
6. A. analytical B. opportunity C. qualification D. university
7. A. intact B. warming C. relic D. complex
8. A. cultural B. heritage C. memory D. represent
9. A. prevent B. injure C. sugar D. fitness
10. A. healthy B. consume C. diet D. headache
11. A. extinction B. endangered C. business D. intention
12. A. cattle B. country C. canal D. cover
13. A. copy B. remove C. notice D. cancel
14. A. apply B. differ C. decide D. protect
15. A. charity B. accurate C. erosion D. dangerous
16. A. happen B. visit C. travel D. develop
17. A. offer B. listen C. precede D. follow
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
1. The president of the company officially apologised to the local residents ____ having dumped a large amount of raw sewage in the area.
A. about B. with C. at D. for
2. The factory was accused ____ having caused higher level of pollution to the environment.
A. about B. on C. of D. for
3. We all admire him ____ having changed both his attitude and behaviours towards the environmental issues.
A. about B. for C. with D. at
4. Human activities are also blamed ____ having contributed to global warming.
A. for B. on C. at D. with
5. It is not easy at all to get a good job without any ____ qualifications.
A. academic B. social C. great D. favourite
6. You'll find plenty of books on the ____ of business studies in the library.
A. lesson B. subject C. curriculum D. schedule
7. He has got a degree ____ Information Technology from Oxford University.
A. in B. for C. on D. of
8. I don't really ____ the point of taking the exam when you are not ready for it.
A. annoy B. have C. see D. take
9. If you're not sure what “something” means, look it ____ in the dictionary.
A. for B. out C. at D. up
10. Yesterday, we had a discussion ____ different cultures.
A. about B. around C. for D. from
11. Belinda missed a few months of school because of illness and found it difficult to keep ____ with her classmates.
A. on B. off C. down D. up
12. If you need to ____ the teacher's attention, just put up your hand.
A. attract B. pay C. take D. pull
13. Australians and New Zealanders often have a/an ____ year before going to college or after finishing high school to travel overseas independently.
A. gap B. new C. busy D. graduation
14. When you __________ the exam tomorrow, try to stay calm and relaxed.
A. answer B. take C. make D. write
15. We congratulated him ____ having invented an energy-saving device.
A. for B. at C. about D. on
16. He was criticised ____ not having put the elephant poachers in jail.
A. at B. about C. for D. on
17. He thanked us ____ having contributed to cleaning the surrounding environment.
A. on B. to C. with D. for
18. Most of the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long was _____________in the early 20th century.
A. rebuilt B. pulled down C. put up D. pulled up
19. Local authorities should find ways to limit the use of private cars and encourage city ____ to use public transport.
A. commuters B. planners C. dwellers D. people
21. Cities in poorer countries often lack basic ____. Without it, they are unable to function properly as cities.
A. structure B. construction C. infrastructure D. condition
22. The ____ of living in some places can be very high. Prices in London are particularly exorbitant.
A. value B. price C. worth D . cost
23. This safe, ____ friendly city is like a paradise for its inhabitants who can enjoy the highest quality of life.
A. environment B. environmental C. environmentally D. environmentalist
24. ____ waste is putting city dweller's health at a real risk.
A. Treatment B. Untreated C. Non-treatment D. Non-treated
25. Exhaust ____ from cars are responsible for much of the air pollution in cities.
A. fumes B. smokes C. gases D . smog
26. Many factories still allow ____, such as toxic waste, to flow into our rivers
A. pollution B. litters C. garbage D. pollutants
27. Many commuters struggling to work through the rush-hour ____ ask 'Is it worth it?'
A. congestion B. vehicles C. roads D. accidents
28. The greenhouse ____ takes place when certain gases in the atmosphere trap sun's heat.
A emission B. gas C. effect D. affect
29. This is the right DVD, ____?
A. isn't this B. is this C. isn't it D. is it
30. Let's go out tonight, ____?
A. shall we B. will we C. could we D. would we
31. Don't forget to write to me soon, ____?
A. would you B. could you C. can you D. will you
32. Nothing frightens you, ____?
A. does it B. doesn't it C. do they D. don't they
33. Somebody's just called my name, ____?
A. hasn't he B. didn't he С . haven't they D. have they
34. We never enjoy our city break, ____?
A. do we B. don't we C. have we D. haven't we
35. No one wants to live in a polluted city, ____?
A. do they B. don't they C. does he D. doesn't he
36. Sophie has got no major problems living in the new city, ____?
A. hasn't she B. has she C. does she D. doesn't she
37. Millions of people around the world still live in poverty. They are struggling every day simply to ____.
A. get up B. get by C. get on D. get round
38. The simplest way to reduce your ____ footprint is to cycle to school.
A. carbon B. chemical C. chemistry D. dioxide
39. This is your essay on smart cities by 2050, ____?
A. is this B. isn't this C. is it D. isn't it
40. Ha Long Bay cuisine is famous ____ its fresh and diverse seafoods.
A. as B. to C. for D. at
41. Tourists can have a lot to do and see in Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex at a(n) ____ price.
A. adequate B. average C. cheap D. reasonable
42. Your grandfather was a millionaire, ____?
A. was he B. is he C. wasn't he D. isn't he
43. We may help to control global warming by_______________carbon footprints in our homes.
A. putting up with B. getting down to C. cutting down on D. going back to
44. At most institutions in the UK, the ____ starts in September or October and runs until June or July.
A. leap year B. gap year C. new year D. academic year
45. A Bachelor's degree is also known as the ____ university degree or an undergraduate degree.
A. main B. ordinary C. first D. major
46. Scientists are looking for ways to cut ____ the cost of renewable energy sources.
A. back B. up C. off D. down
47. Many species are now ____ danger of being extinct as a result of deforestation and habitat loss.
A. in B. on C. at D. with
48. The rainforests around the world are ____ threat of deforestation.
A. in B. by C. under D. on
49. The rivers in the local area are heavily polluted ____ wastes released from nearby factories.
A. from B. with C. of D. in
50. Global warming is among many factors that drive many species of animals to the ____ of extinction.
A. verge B. period C. corner D. bottom
51. The loss of biodiversity has a serious ____ on the survival of wildlife and humans.
A. affect B. problem C. impact D. influential
52. The success of wildlife preservation depends largely ____ people's awareness.
A. with B. of C. on D. by
53. Many measures have been taken to ____ people's awareness of conservation.
A. increase B. rise C. promote D. raise
54. The main goal of ____ planning is providing a healthier environment for people living in the city.
A. livable B. urban C. rural D. sustainable
55. They took ____ measures to prevent poisonous gases from escaping.
A. fruitful B. beneficial C. valid D. effective
56. In developing countries people are ____ into overcrowded cities in great numbers.
A. breaking B. filling C. pouring D. hurrying
57. - A: "The regional authorities failed to provide the poor with essential services such as accommodation, fresh water and electricity." - B: “____”
A. That's great. B. That's too bad. C. It's too good to be true. D. I have no idea.

58. The urban planners are working for Eco Infrastructure Network, whose main function is to deal with urban environmental problems to make Super Star City greener, cleaner, and more sustainable. (CLOSEST)
A. eye-catching B. developed C. long-lasting D. friendly
59. If we have solar panels on our roofs, we'll be able to generate our own electricity. (CLOSEST)
A. afford B. produce C. manufacture D. light
60. Many city dwellers, especially those in developing countries, still live in poverty. (CLOSEST)
A. people B. migrants C. immigrants D. residents
61. Taj Mahal is a giant mausoleum of white marble in Arga, India. It is considered to be an outstanding work of art. (CLOSEST)
A. noticeable B. attractive C. brilliant D. significant
62. Coal burning releases a large amount of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. (CLOSEST)
A. discourages B. reduces C. relaxes D. discharges
63. Forests absorb and capture carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. (CLOSEST)
A. take up B. take in C. take over D. take to
64. The basic challenge for sustainable agriculture is to maximise the use of locally available and renewable resources. (OPPOSITE)
A. long-term B. short-term C. beneficial D. harmful
65. Passengers often complain about cancelled and overcrowded coaches and the lack of services. (OPPOSITE)
A. infrequent B. reliable C. empty D. untidy
66. We may help if we reduce energy use by using LED lightbulbs and unplug unused electronic devices. (CLOSEST)
A. reuse B. cut down on C. recycle D. reproduce
67. Many new machines have been invented to help doctors to detect diseases early. (CLOSEST)
A. notice B. recognized C. ignore D. cure
68. Our city is going to ban supermarkets from using plastic bags. (CLOSEST)
A. reduce B. encourage C. prohibit D. allow
69. If I take the pessimistic viewpoint, Tokyo won't be a safe place to live in.
A. negative B. optimistic C. optical D. neutral
70. To reduce carbon emissions into the atmosphere, ways to limit the use of private cars must be found. (OPPOSITE)
A. public B. personal C. common D. shared
72. People who live in towns and cities live in an urban environment. (OPPOSITE)
A. remote B. deserted C. suburban D. rural
73. Governments have to join hands to solve the environmental problems on a global scale. (OPPOSITE)
A. worldwide B. nationwide C. local D. international
74. We should grow more trees so that they can absorb more carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. (OPPOSITE)
A. emit B. take in C. consume D . cut off
75. My application for the scholarship has been turned down because the transcript of marks is not satisfactory enough. (CLOSEST)
A. cancelled B. postponed C. reduced D. rejected
76. Though built almost five hundred years ago, the church remained practically intact. (OPPOSITE)
A. in perfection B. in ruins C. in chaos D. in completion
77. This kind of fruit helps to boost the immune system.
A. decrease B. reduce C. increase D. maintain
78. Life expectancy for both men and women has improved greatly in the past twenty years.(CLOSEST)
A. Living standard B. Longevity C. Life skills D. Lifeline
79. We should consume healthy food and exercise regularly. (CLOSEST)
A. store B. purchase C. buy D. eat
80. If you take this medicine, you will recover quickly. (CLOSEST)
A. get well B. get on C. get up D. get in
81. A popular way to relieve stress in today's busy lifestyles is practising meditation. (CLOSEST)
A. reduce B. relax C. repeat D. require
82. I found a website advertising an effective way to lose weight in one month. (OPPOSITE)
A. drop B. waste C. maintain D. gain
83. “If I were you, I would apply for the scholarship to the University of Melbourne.” – “____”
A. I'm not afraid so. B. No way! C. I guess I should. D. I hope so.
84. “I hear you've passed your exam. Congratulations!” – “____”
A. What a pity! B. You're welcome. C. I'm alright. D. Thank you.
85- "I have thought of a way to save energy around the house!" - "____!"
A. Best wishes B. My dear C. Well done D. That's very well
86. - "Let's go to the Dr. Millet's seminar on learning styles this afternoon!”
- “____”
A. I wish I could but I'm busy then. B. Learning styles are really subjective.
C. Thanks, I won't. D. I would if I were you.
87. "What an imaginative essay you've written, Matt!” – “____”
A. That's the least I could do. B. Actually, I don't mind.
C. Thanks, it's nice of you to say so. D. Sorry, just my luck!
88.- “It was very kind of you to help me with the difficult homework!"
A. Oh, don't mention it. B. Sorry, I don't know. C. That sounds nice. D. Thanks a lot.
89. “I believe people will have a better life in the future.” - “____ Life will be more enjoyable than it is today, won't it?”
A. No, I don't think so. B. Not exactly. C. Yes, I agree. D. You can't be right.
90. “Oh, I'm sorry! Am I disturbing you?” – “____”
A. Sure, you're a real nuisance! B. You're such a pain in the neck!
C. No, never mind. D. No, you're OK.
91. - A: "Each of us should join hand to protect the World Heritage Sites." - B: “____”
A. I can't do it. B. I totally agree. C. That's not true. D. That's too bad.
92. A: "Tertiary education is the only way to success." - B: "____"
A. You know nothing about it. B. That's too bad.
C. I can't agree with you there. D. You must say that again.
93. - A: "School canteens should prepare nutritious meals for young children." – B: “____”
A. Yes, let's. B. I have to go. C. No wonders. D. I couldn't agree more
Put the verbs in bracket into correct forms:
1. I (read) ________________ the latest Harry Potter book all day. I'm dying to know what happens in the end!
2. We (decorate) ___________________ our classroom for the upcoming Teachers' Day, but there's still a lot to do.
3. Margaret (never/ run) _______________ in the school marathon for charity before.
4. I (search) _________________ for the information about the differences between further education and higher education all this morning.
5. I (read) ____________________three stories since this morning.
6. I (just/ finish) __________________ reading a wonderful book about space travel.
7. The teacher advised Jimmy (work) _________________ harder if he didn't want to retake the exam.
8. Scholars believe that there are still relics (bury)_______________ under the tomb and awaiting to be excavated.
9. The book (publish)_________________ last week is her first novel about a World Heritage Site in Viet Nam.
10. A picture (paint)_________________by Munch was stolen by art thieves.
11. If you (like)__________________ peace and quiet, don't move to the town to live.
12. If you go by air, it (take)________________ you around two hours to get to Ho Chi Minh City from Ha Noi.
13. If you need help, (tell) ____________ me!
14. If unemployment (be)______________ rising, people tend to stay in their current jobs.
15. Khanh's father promised (buy)________________ her a pair of Nike shoes if she passed her English test.
16. Lan's mother reminded her (turn)________________ off the lights before leaving a house.
17. The doctor advised him (not exercise)____________ too hard because it was not good for his heart.
18. All of the disasters (result) ______________ from climate change will continue to have a devastating effect on socio-economic development.
19. He (go) ______________ to New York at least three times this year.
20. They (get) _____________ to know each other for more than ten years.
21. She (wash)_______________ dishes already.
22. Tom is still watching television. He (watch)______________ television all day.
23. The boy (injure) _____________ in the accident was taken to hospital.
24. My Son Sanctuary is an area (cover) ______________ with Hindu-like architecture and art.
25. In the afternoon, the tourist will take a boat trip to the ancient temple (locate)__________ on the river bank.
Rewrite the following sentences using the given words in brackets:
1. The people here have cut down many trees in the area, and now they have to suffer really hot summers. (Having)
→ ___________________________________________________________________________
2. After We had known about the harmful effects the company had on our neighbourhood, we decided to boycott its products. (Having)
→ ___________________________________________________________________________
3. We decided to cut down on carbon footprints after we saw people suffer global warming consequences. (Having)
→ ___________________________________________________________________________
4. I started writing this essay hours ago. (have)
→ ___________________________________________________________________________
5. The last time my friend wrote a letter to me was in February.=> I have………………
→ ___________________________________________________________________________
6. Marie prepared her homework carefully. She could answer all the questions and got good marks. (Having)
→ ___________________________________________________________________________
7. Mira's father said, “you would recover quickly if you followed the doctor's advice”.
→ ___________________________________________________________________________
8. John told me, “ if I were rich, I would donate money for charity.”
→ ___________________________________________________________________________
9. “Why don't we enroll on a yoga course to lose weight.” My friend said
→ ___________________________________________________________________________
10. “if you eat lots of fatty food, you will increase your chance of developing heart disease.” The doctor said to Mr Black
→ ___________________________________________________________________________

11. “Let's play some games to relax because we have studied for three hours.” Le's friend said.
→ ___________________________________________________________________________
12. “I'm sorry. I didn't follow your instruction.” John said to his doctor. (apologise)
→ ___________________________________________________________________________
13. After the students had learnt about the benefits of recycling and reusing, they started collecting waste paper, bottles, and cans to recycle and reuse. (Having)
→ ___________________________________________________________________________
14. John did his homework and he went to bed.
=> After having……………..
15. We switched off the lights before we went to bed.
=> Having ……………………
16. The boy asked his mother's permission and then went out to play.
=> Having………………….
17. We have done two tests today, so we are exhausted.
=> Having………………….
18. She filled the washing machine and switched it on.
=> Having………………….
19. She had not slept for two days and therefore she wasn't able to concentrate.
=> Having__________________________________________________________________
20. I told him off. Then I realized I was wrong.
=> After having………………….
21. He bought a radio. First he checked the price.
=> After having………………….
22. Nam's still studying English. He started studying it two years ago. (for)
→ ___________________________________________________________________________
23. I started discussing my research proposal with my professor at the beginning of my course. We're still discussing it. (been)
→ ___________________________________________________________________________
24. I started learning how to play the piano eight months ago. I'm still learning it. (learning)
→ ____________________________________________________________________________
25. "If I were you, I wouldn't trust Peter" she told John. (reported with condtitional sentence)
→ ____________________________________________________________________________
26. "I'll take you to the zoo tomorrow" my mother said to me. (insist)
→ ____________________________________________________________________________
27. Tom said to me "If I had spare time, I woul go fishing with you".
→ ____________________________________________________________________________

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.
GAP YEAR
In the professional or career world, a gap year is a year before going to college or university and after finishing high school or (1) ____ a year off before going into graduate school after completing a bachelor as an undergraduate. (2) ____ this time, students may engage in advanced academic courses, extra-academic courses and non-academic courses, such as yearlong pre-college math courses, language studies, learning a trade, art studies, volunteer work, travel, internships, sports and more. Gap years are sometimes considered a way for students to become independent and learn a great deal of (3) ____ prior to engaging in university life.
Australians and New Zealanders have a tradition of travelling overseas independently (4) ____ a young age. In New Zealand, this is known as “doing an OE” (Overseas Experience). Sometimes, an OE is (5) ____ to one year, but often Australians and New Zealanders will remain overseas for three to five years, with many working short-term in service industry jobs to fund their continuing travels. Europe and Asia are popular destinations for doing an OE. In Australia, through exchange programmes and benefits for youth, there are so many opportunities for a young person to broaden their (6) ____ through travel in a gap year.
1. A. calling B. going C. taking D. turning
2. A. During B. When C. While D. By
3. A. responsible B. responsibility C. irresponsible D. irresponsibility
4. A. at B. on C. in D. for
5. A. distributed B. used C. spent D. limited
6. A. head B. mind C. brain D. memory