§Ò thi tuyÓn sinh Sau ®¹i häc 2 - 2009

M«n tiÕng Anh

(Thêi gian: 120 phót. Kh«ng dïng tõ ®iÓn.)

SECTION 1. STRUCTURE AND WRITTEN EXPRESSION

50 questions
Part A.
DIRECTIONS. Questions 1-20 are incomplete sentences. Beneath each
question you will see four words or phrases, marked (A), (B), (C) and (D).
Choose the one word or phrase that best completes the sentence. Then, on
your answer sheet, find the number of the question and fill in the space that
corresponds to the letter of the answer you have chosen. Fill in the space so
that the letter inside the oval can not be seen.
1. Have you ever ...................... some advice?
A. give anyone B. give someone
C. given anyone D. given someone
2. The Grand Canyon, ……… is in the States, is a natural
wonder.
A. which B. what C. it D. that
3. Violence on American campuses has risen ………….
A. after 1970 B. before 1970 C. in 1970 D. since
1970
4. If a tree is not watered, it……………. die.
A. would B. does C. will D. has
5. When I was in Switzerland, I went skiing ...............
A. one day B. everyday C. on a day D. the day
6. Of the two photos, I like ……… better.
A. this one B. both C. it D. these ones
7. I think country music is ....................... than classical music.
A. interestinger B. as interesting
C. more interesting D. the most interesting
8. Look at the sky. I think it is …………………
A. going to rain B. rain C. raining D. rains
9. The boy showed me how …….. a bicycle.
A. is riding B. to ride C. riding D. ride
10. ………… knows how to solve the problem.
A. Neither I nor my friends B. Neither Bob nor Eddie
C. Neither Sue nor we D. Neither my friends nor I
11. Now they don’t work ………….. as they used to.
 A. as hard B. harder C. more hard
D. hardest
12. This room is usually used ................ the company
meetings.
A. for B. by C. to D. as
13. Last summer, my family spent ............... in Cornwall.
A. a four-day holiday B. a four-day holidays
C. a four - days holiday D. four holiday
14. Picasso showed his true talent ................ he was very
young.
A. when B. since C. from D. during
15. The rain was ……… heavy that they couldn’t see things
ahead.
A. such B. very C. so D. too
16. If you don’t come early, you ………… Thomas.
A. would not meet B. will not meet
C. couldn’t meet D. don’t meet
17. We don’t know John, and ……….
A. Miranda doesn’t, either. B. Miranda doesn’t,
too
C. neither do Miranda D. neither knows
Miranda
18. He can’t get ………. by bus.
A. used to travel B. used to traveling
C. use to traveling D. use to travel
19. Good cars ……………. in England.
A. manufacture B. manufactures
C. are manufactured D. is manufactured
20. Our head teacher, ………. a lot of experience, will help
us.
A. whom has B. who has C. which has D.
whose has

Part B.
DIRECTIONS. In questions 21-50 each sentence has four underlined words
or phrases. The four underlined parts of the sentence are marked (A), (B),
(C) and (D). Identify the one underlined word or phrase that must be
changed in order for the sentence to be correct. Then, on your answer sheet,
find the number of the question and fill in the space that corresponds to the
letter of the answer you have chosen. Fill in the space so that the letter
inside the oval can not be seen.
21. He finish all his work quickly so that he could leave early.
A B C D
22. In spite having a long sleep, he did not feel any better.
A B C D
23. They came early in order have good seats.
A B C D
24. They wish they haven’t bought that second-hand car.
A B C D
25. Traveling by train is not as expensive than travelling by
plane.
A B C D
26. He spoke so quick that I couldn’t understand what he
was saying.
A B C D
27. Pablo Picasso, whom paitings you are watching, is a
great artist.
A B C
D
28. Mary told that she would bring a bottle of wine to the
party.
A B C D
29. Stuart stopped watching TV because of he had to go to work.
A B C D
30. The study of the earth’s climate are truly interesting.
A B C D
31. Most children enjoy listen to stories, especially at night.
A B C D

32. Although her good performance, Pat only came third.

A B C D
33. It is dangerous driving in this wet weather.
A B C D
34. The things they are interested in are sports, music and to
read.
A B C D
35. Those whom do this course will have to be here
tommorrow.
A B C D
36. The rain was such heavy that many streets were under
water.
A B C D
37. John has gave up smoking because of his poor health.
A B C D
38. We understand that you not are able to participate in
this contest.
A B C D
39. Her dress is long and my is short, not the same.
A B C D
40. Did you lost your passport when you were on holiday?
A B C D
41. How many Western films there are in the stock?
A B C D
42. A student will obtain a degree after satisfy the univeristy requirements.
A B C D
43. This printer used to work properly. Now it keeps stop.
A B C D
44. The black and white TV is rarely find on homes
nowadays.
A B C D

45. She did not remembered me though we had worked

together for days.
A B C D
46. They don’t allow me use the phone for private calls.
A B C D
47. John hasn’t seen that film yet, and neither have me.
A B C D
48. I will have more entertainment if I were not so busy.
A B C D
49.They are not used to travel without a map.
A B C D
50. When travelling, a camel does not drinks much water.
A B C D
SECTION 2. READING COMPREHENSION
50 questions
DIRECTIONS. In this section you will read a number of passages. Each one
is followed by approximately 6 questions about it. For questions 51-100,
choose the one best answer, (A), (B), (C) or (D), to each question. Then, on
your answer sheet, find the number of the question and fill in the space that
corresponds to the letter of the answer you have chosen. Answer all of the
questions following a passage on the basis of what is stated or implied in
that passage.

Passage 1
Computers are helpful in many ways: first, they are very
fast. They can work with information much more quickly
than a person. Second, computers can work with a lot of
information at the same time. Third, they can keep it for a
long time. They do not forget things the way people do. Also
computers are almost always correct. They don't usually
make mistakes.
These days, it is important to know something about
computers. There are a number of ways to learn. Some
companies have classes at work. Also, most universities offer
day and night courses in computer science. Another way to
learn is from a book. There are many books about computers
in bookstores and libraries. Or you can learn from a friend.
After a few hours of practice you can work with computers.

51. Which statement is not true about computers?

A. They can keep information long.
B. They can work with information quickly.
C. They can work with a lot of information.
D. They can forget things easily.
52. How often do computers make mistakes?
A. rarely B. usually C. always D.
often
53. Where can you find a course in computer science?
A. in a bookstore B. in a library C. in a university
D. everywhere
54. Which of the following is not mentioned as a source from
which you can learn about computers?
A. a friend B. a course at work C. books D.
a producer
55. Which of the following is true about learning to use
computers?
A. difficult B. easy C. no practice D. hard
56. The word ‘helpful’ in line 1 can be explained as
A. giving help B. used C. made D.
running
57. What is the best tittle for this passage?
A. Computers
B. What can a computer do?
C. How can people learn to use the computer?
D. Computers are quick and easy to learn.

Passage 2
We use the Students’ Centre a lot. The college is a long
way from the centre of the town, and having this centre
means we don’t have to travel into town every time we want
to buy something. The shop has food like milk, bread, eggs…
and it also sells newspapers. There is a laundry with six
washing machines, where we can do the ironing, too. More
importantly, there is a Clinic which employs a doctor and a
nurse. That’s only during the day. If a student has a problem
at nigh, there’s an emergency number – 7014822. Another
important thing is the Advice Centre, which is open 24 hours
a day. If a student needs someone’s help, he can come
there and talk about his/ her problem.
What’s nice about the Students’ Centre is that it’s a
new building, a bright and happy place to be in.

58. Where is the college?

A. in the centre of the town. B. near the centre of the town.
C. far from the centre of the town D. in the countryside.
59. What can a student buy at the shop in the Students’ Centre?
A. everything. B. only food.
C. food and newspapers. D. only milk, bread and eggs.
60. What can a student do at the laundry?
A. washing B. both washing and ironing
C. ironing only D. buying a washing machine.
61. What can a student do if he/ she has a health problem at night?
A. coming to the clinic B. using an emergency phone number.
C. calling the doctor. D. calling a nurse.
62. When can a student come to the Advice Centre?
A. at night. B. during the day.
C. at any time he likes D. at certain opening hours .
63. What can a student do at the Advice Centre?
A. listening to advice. B. watching a film.
C. talking about his problem D. relaxing.
64. What does the word ‘it’ in line 9 refer to?
A. the shop B. milk C. bread D. eggs
65. What does the word ‘there’ in line 9 refer to?
A. Clinic B. Advice Centre C. Laundry D.
Shop
66. How often do the students use the Students’ Centre?
A. Not often B. Sometimes C. A lot D. Rarely

Passage 3
Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland. There are many
interesting things for you to see there. It may take 2 or 3
days to have a look around the city.
First is the zoo, which is open between 9a.m and 6p.m, 365
days a year. The zoo is only 15 minutes’ drive from the city
centre.
Second is the historical Duddy Church which is open to
visitors every weekday. Tea will be served in this twelfth
century church in the afternoon.
One of the best ways to see this beautiful city is to join a
coach tour. The tours cover all parts of the city and leave
from Waverly Bridge every hour. You will be surprised how
much you can see in one day.
If the weather is clear. Visit Camera Obscure, which is open
every day. Here you can look out on beautiful views of
Edinburgh.

67. How long does it take to go sightseeing in Edinburgh?

A. four days. B. about two days. C. six days.
D. one week.
68. When does the zoo open?
A. every day of the year B. only on weekdays.
C. only at weekends D. 24 hours a
day
69. How far is it from the city centre to the zoo?
A. fifty minutes by car. B. fifteen minutes by car
C. fifty minutes walking D. fifteen minutes
walking
70. When is Duddy Church open?
A. 5 days a week B. 7 days a week
C. in the afternoon D. only at the
weekend
71. When was the church built?
A. in the 1100s B. 1200s C. 1300s D.
1400s
72. What is one of the best ways to see the city?
A. by coach B. by taxi
C. go in a group D. join a coach tour
73. Which of the following is not true about the coach tour?
 A. It is one of the best ways to see the city
B. It covers all parts of the city
C. It leaves every hour
D. It stops at Waverly Bridge on the way
74. Where should you visit if you want to look out on
beautiful views of Edinburgh?
A. Waverly Bridge B. Regional Transport
C. Camera Obscure D. Duddy Church

Passage 4
One of the most famous Russian composers of the nineteenth century, Peter
Illich Tchaikovsky, was born on May 7, 1840. Tchaikovsky studied music as
a child and later studied composition at the St. Petersburg Conservatory. His
greatest period of productivity was between 1876 and 1890. During that
time Tchaikovsky created the music for which he is most famous. Including
the music for the ballets of Swan Lake and The Sleeping Beauty.
Tchaikovsky's music, well known for its rich melody, was one of the first
that brought serious music to dance. Before this, little attention had been
given to the music of the dance. Tchaikovsky died on November 6, 1893.

75. When was Tchaikovsky born?

A. in the mid 18th century B. in the late 18th century
C. in the mid 19th century D. in the late 19th century
76. When did he start to study music?
A. as a child B. in 1876 C. in 1890 D. between 1876 and 1890
77. What time does ‘During that time’ in line 4 refer to?
A. in 1840 B. in 1876 C. in 1890 D. Between 1876 and 1890
78. "Swan Lake" and "The Sleeping Beauty" are
A. music B. songs C. ballets D. plays
79. For what is Tchaikovsky's music well known?
A. its serious music B. its ballet-like quality
C. its rich melody D. its length
80. How much attention had been given to the music of the dance before
Tchaikovsky’s time?
A. a lot B. little C. none D. some
81. When did Tchaikovsky die?
A. in May 1840 B. in November 1840
C. in May 1893 D. in November 1893
82. What does the word ‘which’ in line 5 refer to?
A. music B. time C. period D. ballets
83. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage?
A. Tchaikovsky's study of music B. Tchaikovsky's unhappiness
C. Tchaikovsky's home country D. Tchaikovsky's music
84. What is the topic of the passage?
A. Tchaikovsky and his music
B. Muic for ballets
C. The Swan Lake and The Sleeping Beauty
D. the cause of Tchaikovsky's death

Passage 5
Emilio grew up on a farm in Argentina. He left school at the age of fourteen,
and started working on the farm. He enjoyed the simple village life and
when his father died, Emilio took over the farm. All his life Emilio has lived
in the old farmhouse where he was born. So his seventy-year life has
changed very little. When he was 22, he married Pilar, a girl from the next
village, and they have been happily married ever since. Two years ago they
celebrated their golden wedding anniversary. Everybody was there,
including Emilio and Pilar's six children and their fifteen grandchildren.
Emilio and Pilar have never been abroad. Until he was 60, Emilio
went to Buenos Aires once a year, but since his sixtieth birthday he hasn't
left the village.

85. Where did Emillio grow up?

A. in a village B. on a farm C. in a cottage D. in a town
86. At what age did Emilio leave school?
A. 14 B. 15 C. 17 D. 22
87. What did Emilio do when his father died?
A. He left the village B. He continued working on the farm
C. He moved to the city D. He stopped working on the farm
88. How old is Emilio now?
A. 22 B. 60 C. 70 D. 74
89. How many children do thay have?
A. six B. thirteen C. eight D. fifteen
90. Emilio has never
A. visited anywhere B. been happy
C. been abroad D. left the village.
91. How often does Emilio go to Buenos Aires now?
A. very often B. every year C. once a year D. never
92. Emilio has lived ..................... all his life.
A. in the same farm house C. abroad
B. with his brothers D. in Buenos Aires
93. Which of the following is not true about Emillio?
A.He started working on the farm at 14
B. He enjoyed the simple village life
C. He has been happily married
D. He goes abroad once a year

Passage 6
Christmas is the biggest festival of the year in Britain. Celebrations start on
24 December, although there have been several weeks of preparation
before that day. Christmas cards have been sent to friends and relatives.
About a week before Christmas, people usually decorate the Christmas tree .
Family presents are usually put under the tree.
Christmas is a celebration for family, especially for children. When they go
to bed on Christmas Eve, children hang up a pillow case for their presents.
While the children are sleeping, Father Christmas comes, but only to
children who have been good.
On Christmas morning, children happily open the presents. Some families
go to church.
94. ‘Christmas is the biggest festival of the year in Britain’ means
A. No other festival in the year is as big as Christmas.
B. Britain has a big festival, which is Christmas.
C. Christmas is greatly celebrated in Britan.
D. Christmas, a big festival, is in Britain only.
95. Which of the following is not true about the preparation
for Christmas?
A. Preparation starts on 24 December
B. Prparation starts several weeks before Christmas
C. Christmas cards are sent out
D. People decorate the Christmas tree
96. When do children often hang up a pillow case for
Christmas presents?
A. On Christmas Eve B. Every night before
going to bed.
C. On 24 December. D. When Father Christmas
comes
97. What kind of children are given presents by Father
Christmas?
A. every child C. sleeping children
B. well-behaved children D. children under 10
98. The word ‘festival’ in line 1can best be described as
A. public celebration B. a holiday C. a performance
D. a big party
99. Which one best explains the meaning of ‘preparation’ in
line 2?
A. kind of medicine B. things done to get ready
C. decoration D. purchase of food
100. What does the word ‘they’ in line 6 refer to?
A. Christmas B. celebrations C. family D.
children

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KEY ANSWER TO TEST PAPER 2-2009

Section 1-Part A Section 1-Part A Section 2 Section 2

1. C 21. A 51. D 76. A
2. A 22. A 52. A 77. D
3. D 23. C 53. D 78. C
4. C 24. C 54. D 79. C
5. B 25. C 55. B 80. B
6. A 26. B 56. A 81. D
7. C 27. A 57. A 82. A
8. A 28. A 58. C 83. B
9. B 29. B 59. C 84. A
10. B 30. C 60. B 85. B
11. A 31. B 61. B 86. A
12. A 32. A 62. C 87. B
13. A 33. B 63. C 88. C
14. A 34. D 64. B 89. A
15. C 35. A 65. A 90. C
16. B 36. B 66. C 91. D
17. A 37. A 67. B 92. A
18. B 38. C 68. A 93. D
19. C 39. C 69. B 94. A
20. B 40. A 70. A 95. A
41. C 71. A 96. A
42. C 72. D 97. B
43. D 73. D 98. A
44. D 74. C 99. B
45. A 75. C 100. D
46. C
47. D
48. A
49. B
50. C