Choose the word which has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others.
caused
increased
practiced
promised
Choose the word which has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others.
base
major
pasta
nature
Choose the word that differs from the rest in the position of the main stress.
Choose the word that differs from the rest in the position of the main stress.
If I _____ younger, I _____ in a boat around the world.
Several cars, _____ owners had parked them under the trees, were damaged.
People play practical jokes on each other _____ April Fools' Day.
They keep changing the decoration of the shop _____ they can attract more young people.
“Did you have _____ nice holiday?” — “Yes, it was _____ best holiday I’ve ever had.”
The doctor _____ Kim to lose weight and exercise more regularly.
I wish my father _____ up smoking. It is too bad for his health.
Let's walk to the supermarket instead of taking a taxi, _____?
My father has recently bought a _____ sofa in our living room.
We had to _____ a lot of problems before the opening ceremony.
Mary is talking to a passenger in front of her.
Mary: "Would you mind putting my case on the rack?"
The passenger: “_____”
Trang: "Thank you very much for inviting me to your house."
Susan: "______"
Choose the underlined part that needs correction.
Recycling plastics reduce the amount of oil needed for making new plastics.
Choose the underlined part that needs correction.
Jessie looked so frightened when she was in that white costume with long black hair.
Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).
I'm sorry, I didn't mean to interrupt you. Please go on and finish what you were saying.
Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).
More and more foreigners like traveling to Viet Nam for a holiday because things are affordable here.
Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The football final has been postponed until next Sunday due to the heavy snowstorm.
Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The programme aims to create favourable conditions for children to develop physically and mentally.
Read the passage and choose the suitable word to fill in the blanks.
Healthy snacks on the run
In today's busy lives we often have little time for healthy eating, so we do the easy thing and eat snacks like crisps or sweets instead. , it's possible to eat quickly and healthily. All you to do is to follow a few simple rules.
First of all, read what it says on the packet before you buy a snack. This is because people often think that they're buying healthy snacks, but sugar may be the main ingredient.
Try to look healthier options - instead of eating ice cream, try frozen fruit juices and, most importantly, eat at regular times of the day. Learn when your body needs food so that you don't suddenly feel the need to eat unhealthy snack food.
(Adapted from B1 Preliminary EXAM TRAINER)
Read the passage and choose the best answer for each question.
One of the biggest challenges any runner can take on is the marathon, a footrace that is just over 26 miles (42 kilometers) long. It requires both strength and strategy. Runners shouldn't start out going too quickly, or else they will become exhausted before the end. The world record for completing a marathon currently stands at two hours, four minutes.
The history of the marathon goes back to 490 BC and a battle between the ancient Greeks and Persians. The battle happened at a place called Marathon, and after several days of hard fighting, the Greeks were victorious. According to legend, a Greek messenger named Pheidippides ran from Marathon to Athens to report the good news. He covered the entire distance 26 miles without stopping.
The marathon became one of the first modern Olympic sports in 1896, and it continues to be held during the Olympics today. However, many people also participate in marathons for fun. Every year, over 500 of these races occur is around the world. Some of them are so popular that tens of thousands of runners race in them together. The largest and most famous include those held in Boston, London, and New York City.
What is the best title for this passage?
In the first paragraph, the word "they" refers to _____.
According to the passage, why did Pheidippides run to Athens?
Why does the author mention Boston, London, and New York City?
Choose the sentence that is CLOSEST in meaning to the sentence given.
She last visited her home country ten years ago.
Choose the sentence that is CLOSEST in meaning to the sentence given.
"Would you like to come out to dinner with me tonight, Jenny?" Paul said.
What is the marathon named after?
Choose the sentence that is CLOSEST in meaning to the sentence given.
They have built more parks in Vinh Long city recently.
Choose the sentence that is CLOSEST in meaning to the sentence given.
Manage your time well and you won't feel stressed out.
Make a complete sentence using the given words. Change the form of the words or add other words if necessary.
Both/ Michael/ his friends/ fond/ play badminton/ their free time.
Make a complete sentence using the given words. Change the form of the words or add other words if necessary.
She / not / go / school / yesterday / because / sickness.
Make a complete sentence using the given words. Change the form of the words or add other words if necessary.
She / suggested / go / for / walk / .
Make a complete sentence using the given words. Change the form of the words or add other words if necessary.
you / use / do / sports / school / when / you / small?