FRIENDS PLUS 9 - ĐỀ KT THAM KHẢO - UNIT 2

I. PRONUNCIATION

II. Choose the answer (A, B, C or D) that best fits the space in each question.

10. John and Pan are talking about their project.
John: “We’ll have enough time to finish our project ahead of schedule.”
Pan: “Yeah, I’ve been working on it diligently! ______, our efforts pay off!”

Question 10. Choose

Thoughtfully

Hopefully

Carefully

Usefully

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11. Tin and Sam are exchanging their personal information.
Tin: “When did you start to become a minimalist?”
Sam: “I ______ a minimalist since I ______ from the University of Fine Arts.”

Question 11.

became – had graduated

have become - graduated

become – have graduated

was becoming – graduated

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Question 12. Joining pro-environmental movements, I’m getting used to ______ by public transportation.

travel

travelled

to travel

travelling

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Question 13. Pete strongly wanted his sister to face the consequences of her actions. He decided to keep quiet, ______.

although

contrast

despite

though

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14. Jim wants to invite his new friend, Chloe, to his birthday party.
Jim: “Would you like to come to my birthday party next weekend? I’m sure you will make a lot of friends there.”
Chloe: “Thanks for your invitation. ______, and I’ll call you later.”

Question 14. Choose

Let me give it some thought

Never mind

Have you thought of the party

It’s nice of you to say so

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III. Look at each sign or notice. Choose the best answer (A, B, C or D) that matches its meaning.

Question 15. What does the sign mean?

No plastic bag is allowed here.

Use only one plastic bag for each receipt.

Take your bag here.

Use banana leaves instead of plastic ones.

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Question 16. What does the notice say?

Those interested in yoga must submit their name to the yoga teacher.

Yoga classes begin at the beginning of November.

Yoga classes are going to open at the weekend.

Both teachers and students can join yoga classes.

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IV. Choose the word (A, B, C or D) that best fits each blank space in the following passage.

Last year was a special occasion when I (17) ______ my mind to experience the nomadic lifestyle in Mongolia. Living among nomadic families, I had a deep (18) ______ with nature and the simplicity of life that was both humbling and liberating. During my journey, each day began with the (19) ______ sounds of animals and the people preparing for a day, as well as brought new adventures from herding livestock across endless grasslands to sharing stories around the warmth of the ger camp. My daily activities depended (20) ______ the rhythm of nature, tending to animals before dawn, taking a midday break and gathering firewood for warmth in the afternoon. Interesting (21) ______ it was, living as a nomad presented some challenges such as harsh weather conditions, remote locations and the constant need to adapt. In the end, my experience of the nomadic lifestyle in Mongolia was not only a journey of exploration, but a profound lesson in living (22) ______ with nature.

V. Read the following and do as directed.

Most people think that going zero-waste is an impractical idea due to the omnipresence and convenience of plastic. But Moe has proved that a zero-waste lifestyle is easier than we think.
Moe Karl, a university graduate in environmental studies, has committed himself to a zero-waste lifestyle for about three years. Instead of taking plastic bags to the market, he carries boxes and net bags for everything from vegetables and meat to rice and pepper. Only in very dire circumstances does he buy packaged stuff at the supermarket. Even for things like pepper, peanut and rice, he brings along his own containers so that he can put them away on the shelf as soon as he arrives home.
When it comes to what has not been eaten at the end of the meal, he does not throw them away. He turns them into fertilizers for his vegetable garden. Every scrap there is, from leaves to eggshells, he puts in a container, sprinkles in some fungi and lets them do their work. It could get a bit smelly, but it does not matter when it is in open space. That is his own secret recipe for a vegetable garden that not only feeds his entire family, but some of his neighbor’s as well. Homegrown veggies certainly taste better than store-bought ones. By and large, his lifestyle helps reduce the amount of food waste and keep trash away from his living space.

a. Decide whether the following sentences are True or False:

Question 23.Moe finished a degree in environmental studies.

True

False

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Question 24.Under no circumstances does Moe buy packaged things from the supermarket.

True

False

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Question 25.Moe never keeps leftovers for his vegetable garden.

True

False

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Question 26.Moe’s lifestyle fails to reduce the amount of trash within his neighborhood.

True

False

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b. Choose the correct answer to each question:

Question 27. What does the passage mainly discuss?

How to address environmental problems.

Disadvantages of using plastic bags.

Solutions to global food waste.

Living without waste.

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Question 28. What can be inferred about Moe’s zero-waste lifestyle?

It gives out an unpleasant smell around his house.

It is only applicable to solid food.

It guarantees adequate supplies of the local food.

It benefits both Moe and his neighbors.

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VI. Supply the correct form of the word given in each sentence.

Question 29.

Barbara tried to hide her for the unfamiliar cuisine as she politely took a bite. (TASTE)

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Question 30.

After graduation from Harvard, she was in the position of having multiple job offers with competitive salaries and opportunities for growth. (ENVY)

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Question 31.

As a person of great vision, Sarah was with the responsibility of leading the company’s new marketing campaign. (TRUST)

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Question 32.

Jasmine admitted to having acted when she was caught cheating during the exams. (HONEST)

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Question 33.

A whistle-blower filed a report alleging within the company’s financial statements, which made the government launch an investigation into potential fraudulent activities. (DECEIVE)

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Question 34.

Being impulsive by nature, Martin often tends to make hasty without considering the consequences, which frequently leads to regret later on. (DECIDE)

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VII. Choose the letter (A, B, C or D) that indicates the correct arrangement of the sentences to make a meaningful paragraph / letter.

35.
a. Moreover, being part of a supportive group also keeps you motivated and responsible for your progress.
b. Joining a personal development program can make a big difference.
c. Overall, participating in a personal development program helps you have a purpose-driven life.
d. This program helps you learn more about yourself and enhance personal growth.
e. Through workshops and exercises, you can get to know your hidden talents and strengths, having a better understanding of your goals and values.

Question 35. Choose

b – d – e – a – c

d – c – e – b – a

b – c – a – e – d

d – a – c – e – b

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a. Her decision earned her respect from her colleagues and strengthened her belief in always doing what’s right, even when it’s hard.
b. Despite feeling tempted, she ultimately chose to report the mistake.
c. My ex-colleague, Sarah, faced an ethical dilemma when she returned to her hometown and started work there.
d. However, she knew that correcting the error meant honesty and fairness to her employer and customers.
e. As the manager of a local grocery store, she discovered a billing error that could save her family hundreds of dollars on groceries.

Question 36. Choose

c – e – d – b – a

a – d – e – b – c

c – a – b – e – d

c – b – d – a – e

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VIII. Rewrite each of the following sentences in another way so that it means almost the same as the sentence printed before it.

37. I have never met such a kind person as Dean. (KINDEST)
> > Dean is (37) .

Question 37.

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38. The last time my brother went out with his friends was a very long time ago. (DONKEY’S)
> > It has been (38) together with his friends.

Question 38.

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39. Although she was injured, she still took part in the whole project. (INVOLVED)
> > Despite her (39) with the whole project.

Question 39.

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40. They made every effort to contact their distant relatives, but in vain. (LOST)
> > Try (40) with their distant relatives.

Question 40.

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VIII. Look at the entry of the word “waste” in a dictionary. Use what you can get from the entry to complete the sentences with TWO or THREE words.

Question 41.

You can refrigerate these fruits if you don’t want them to .

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Question 42.

The government is planning to invest in to avoid unnecessary disposal and environmental damage.

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