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Câu 7. Some children consider that their parents _______ these old-fashioned ideas about making beds in the morning, washing the dishes after every meal and so on.

They stayed for hours,  .........  my mother was very annoyed about.

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Preparation is a key to a successful interview. Does the idea of going to a job interview make you feel a little nervous? Many people find that it is the hardest part of the employing process. But it is not really true. The more you prepare and practice, the more comfortable you will feel. You should find out as much as possible about the company before you go to the interview. Understand the products that they produce and the services that they provide. It is also good to know who the customers are and who the major competitors are. Practice makes perfect. It will also make you feel more confident and relaxed. So, practice your answers to common questions. Make a list of questions to ask, too. Almost all interviewers will ask if you have questions. This is a great opportunity for you to show your keenness, enthusiasm, and knowledge. Make a great impression. The interview is your chance to show that you are the best person for the job. Your application or resume has already exhibited that you are qualified. Now it is up to you to show how your skills and experience match this position and this company. The employer will be looking and listening to determine if you are a good fit. He/she will be looking for a number of different qualities, in addition to the skills that you possess. To make the best impression, dress appropriately; express your strengths; arrive early, by about 10-15 minutes; be enthusiastic; shake hands firmly; be an active listener; sit up straight and maintain eye contact; and ask questions After the interview, follow up with a thank-you note. This is a chance for you to restate your interest and how you can benefit the company. Your best bet is to try to time it so that the note gets there before the hiring: decision is made. You should also follow up with a phone call if you do not hear back from the employer within the specified time.

The pronoun it refers to ________.

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Câu 11. As _____________ about this change of schedule earlier, I arrived at the meeting late.

Jane's eyes burned and her shoulders ached. She ..............  at the computer for five straight hours. Finally, she took a break.

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Chosen as the nation‟s capital at the end of the American Civil War, ______ the city of over a million people.

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Câu 14. Smoking not only cuts your lifespan by affecting your internal organs, but it also ages you on the outside by causing __________ damage.

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35. In order not to be________at the entrance, they stole the tickets.

Teleparle of Paris and Spanish company Transcom will ............. to become Telemonde. 

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They the play last night as they went to a football match instead.

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Câu 46. I am sure he said something terrible to her because of her red eyes.

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Unfortunately, not all these scientists are working for a good ______.

Hard _________he tried, the second runner could not catch up with the first one.

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54. What a heavy fog we have! I’m sure our flight will surely fall behind_________.

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The birthday marks the …………… in the life of a person , when he / she first came into being .

Choose the best answer among A, B, C or D that best completes each sentence: He took a …. interest in his grandson’s education

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The children used to………………………..last year. But now they go to school by bikes themselves.

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Câu 9. Peter says that they__________ the party in the garden if the weather_______ good.

"My uncle has been a writer for many years." "How many books_________so far?"

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Câu 48. Two students are talking with each other:

Student A: "Do you believe that your parents should be you friends?"

Student B: “__________________________.”

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Câu 21. One journalist has commented, "Ordering a frozen embryo is a little more emotionally complicated than ordering a home-delivered pizza - but not so different logistically".