Đề thi thử Tốt nghiệp THPT năm 2026 môn Tiếng anh cụm trường miền Nam - Đề 3

Read the following advertisement and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

Khaled Hosseini's first novel, The Kite Runner, is a (1)_______ story of friendship, betrayal, and suffering. It is set in Kabul, the capital of Afghanistan, in the seventies, then a relatively liberal and open-minded city.

Although (2)_______ novel describes dramatic political events, it is Amir's close friendship with Hassan, the son of his father's servant, (3)_______ catches our attention. They grow up together as best friends, but one mistake tears them apart. Amir lets down Hassan, and the guilt stays (4)_______ him even when he moves to America.

Can Amir (5)_______ up for the past and find forgiveness?

With simple language and strong emotions, The Kite Runner is a story that will touch your heart.

Read it now and (6)_______ why so many people love this book.

(Adapted from Friends Global 12 Workbook)

Choose the best answer for question 1:

Read the following advertisement and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

Khaled Hosseini's first novel, The Kite Runner, is a (1)_______ story of friendship, betrayal, and suffering. It is set in Kabul, the capital of Afghanistan, in the seventies, then a relatively liberal and open-minded city.

Although (2)_______ novel describes dramatic political events, it is Amir's close friendship with Hassan, the son of his father's servant, (3)_______ catches our attention. They grow up together as best friends, but one mistake tears them apart. Amir lets down Hassan, and the guilt stays (4)_______ him even when he moves to America.

Can Amir (5)_______ up for the past and find forgiveness?

With simple language and strong emotions, The Kite Runner is a story that will touch your heart.

Read it now and (6)_______ why so many people love this book.

(Adapted from Friends Global 12 Workbook)

Choose the best answer for question 2:

Read the following advertisement and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

Khaled Hosseini's first novel, The Kite Runner, is a (1)_______ story of friendship, betrayal, and suffering. It is set in Kabul, the capital of Afghanistan, in the seventies, then a relatively liberal and open-minded city.

Although (2)_______ novel describes dramatic political events, it is Amir's close friendship with Hassan, the son of his father's servant, (3)_______ catches our attention. They grow up together as best friends, but one mistake tears them apart. Amir lets down Hassan, and the guilt stays (4)_______ him even when he moves to America.

Can Amir (5)_______ up for the past and find forgiveness?

With simple language and strong emotions, The Kite Runner is a story that will touch your heart.

Read it now and (6)_______ why so many people love this book.

(Adapted from Friends Global 12 Workbook)

Choose the best answer for question 3:

Read the following advertisement and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

Khaled Hosseini's first novel, The Kite Runner, is a (1)_______ story of friendship, betrayal, and suffering. It is set in Kabul, the capital of Afghanistan, in the seventies, then a relatively liberal and open-minded city.

Although (2)_______ novel describes dramatic political events, it is Amir's close friendship with Hassan, the son of his father's servant, (3)_______ catches our attention. They grow up together as best friends, but one mistake tears them apart. Amir lets down Hassan, and the guilt stays (4)_______ him even when he moves to America.

Can Amir (5)_______ up for the past and find forgiveness?

With simple language and strong emotions, The Kite Runner is a story that will touch your heart.

Read it now and (6)_______ why so many people love this book.

(Adapted from Friends Global 12 Workbook)

Choose the best answer for question 4:

Read the following advertisement and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

Khaled Hosseini's first novel, The Kite Runner, is a (1)_______ story of friendship, betrayal, and suffering. It is set in Kabul, the capital of Afghanistan, in the seventies, then a relatively liberal and open-minded city.

Although (2)_______ novel describes dramatic political events, it is Amir's close friendship with Hassan, the son of his father's servant, (3)_______ catches our attention. They grow up together as best friends, but one mistake tears them apart. Amir lets down Hassan, and the guilt stays (4)_______ him even when he moves to America.

Can Amir (5)_______ up for the past and find forgiveness?

With simple language and strong emotions, The Kite Runner is a story that will touch your heart.

Read it now and (6)_______ why so many people love this book.

(Adapted from Friends Global 12 Workbook)

Choose the best answer for question 5:

Read the following advertisement and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

Khaled Hosseini's first novel, The Kite Runner, is a (1)_______ story of friendship, betrayal, and suffering. It is set in Kabul, the capital of Afghanistan, in the seventies, then a relatively liberal and open-minded city.

Although (2)_______ novel describes dramatic political events, it is Amir's close friendship with Hassan, the son of his father's servant, (3)_______ catches our attention. They grow up together as best friends, but one mistake tears them apart. Amir lets down Hassan, and the guilt stays (4)_______ him even when he moves to America.

Can Amir (5)_______ up for the past and find forgiveness?

With simple language and strong emotions, The Kite Runner is a story that will touch your heart.

Read it now and (6)_______ why so many people love this book.

(Adapted from Friends Global 12 Workbook)

Choose the best answer for question 6:

Read the following leaflet and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

UNDERGROUND HOUSES: A SUSTAINABLE CHOICE

Why Choose Underground Homes?

Underground houses are well-insulated, which means they need little or no heating. And they are not all small like Hobbit houses-some modern underground homes are quite (7)_______.

The Study Centre in Wales

Comfort All Year Round:

(8)_______ temperature in these underground bedrooms varies between 19° and 22° throughout the year, with no need for radiators or fires. All the heating comes directly from the sun!

Designed for Efficiency:

"There are no heating costs!" says Peter Carpenter, (9)_______ designed the underground building and ran the centre.

Natural Light Solutions

Lighting is not an issue. Modern light tubes can bring sunlight (10)_______ rooms without windows, making underground homes as bright as traditional ones.

Why It Matters

The constructions are by all means beneficial in the long (11)_______. They provide sustainable and eco-friendly living solutions that align with future needs.

What Visitors Say

"This is the first time I (12)_______ such a sustainable model," said Timothy, a recent visitor to the centre.

Think Green, Live Green. Explore Underground Living Today!

(Adapted from Linguapress.com)

Choose the best answer for question 7:

Read the following leaflet and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

UNDERGROUND HOUSES: A SUSTAINABLE CHOICE

Why Choose Underground Homes?

Underground houses are well-insulated, which means they need little or no heating. And they are not all small like Hobbit houses-some modern underground homes are quite (7)_______.

The Study Centre in Wales

Comfort All Year Round:

(8)_______ temperature in these underground bedrooms varies between 19° and 22° throughout the year, with no need for radiators or fires. All the heating comes directly from the sun!

Designed for Efficiency:

"There are no heating costs!" says Peter Carpenter, (9)_______ designed the underground building and ran the centre.

Natural Light Solutions

Lighting is not an issue. Modern light tubes can bring sunlight (10)_______ rooms without windows, making underground homes as bright as traditional ones.

Why It Matters

The constructions are by all means beneficial in the long (11)_______. They provide sustainable and eco-friendly living solutions that align with future needs.

What Visitors Say

"This is the first time I (12)_______ such a sustainable model," said Timothy, a recent visitor to the centre.

Think Green, Live Green. Explore Underground Living Today!

(Adapted from Linguapress.com)

Choose the best answer for question 8:

Read the following leaflet and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

UNDERGROUND HOUSES: A SUSTAINABLE CHOICE

Why Choose Underground Homes?

Underground houses are well-insulated, which means they need little or no heating. And they are not all small like Hobbit houses-some modern underground homes are quite (7)_______.

The Study Centre in Wales

Comfort All Year Round:

(8)_______ temperature in these underground bedrooms varies between 19° and 22° throughout the year, with no need for radiators or fires. All the heating comes directly from the sun!

Designed for Efficiency:

"There are no heating costs!" says Peter Carpenter, (9)_______ designed the underground building and ran the centre.

Natural Light Solutions

Lighting is not an issue. Modern light tubes can bring sunlight (10)_______ rooms without windows, making underground homes as bright as traditional ones.

Why It Matters

The constructions are by all means beneficial in the long (11)_______. They provide sustainable and eco-friendly living solutions that align with future needs.

What Visitors Say

"This is the first time I (12)_______ such a sustainable model," said Timothy, a recent visitor to the centre.

Think Green, Live Green. Explore Underground Living Today!

(Adapted from Linguapress.com)

Choose the best answer for question 9:

Read the following leaflet and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

UNDERGROUND HOUSES: A SUSTAINABLE CHOICE

Why Choose Underground Homes?

Underground houses are well-insulated, which means they need little or no heating. And they are not all small like Hobbit houses-some modern underground homes are quite (7)_______.

The Study Centre in Wales

Comfort All Year Round:

(8)_______ temperature in these underground bedrooms varies between 19° and 22° throughout the year, with no need for radiators or fires. All the heating comes directly from the sun!

Designed for Efficiency:

"There are no heating costs!" says Peter Carpenter, (9)_______ designed the underground building and ran the centre.

Natural Light Solutions

Lighting is not an issue. Modern light tubes can bring sunlight (10)_______ rooms without windows, making underground homes as bright as traditional ones.

Why It Matters

The constructions are by all means beneficial in the long (11)_______. They provide sustainable and eco-friendly living solutions that align with future needs.

What Visitors Say

"This is the first time I (12)_______ such a sustainable model," said Timothy, a recent visitor to the centre.

Think Green, Live Green. Explore Underground Living Today!

(Adapted from Linguapress.com)

Choose the best answer for question 10:

Read the following leaflet and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

UNDERGROUND HOUSES: A SUSTAINABLE CHOICE

Why Choose Underground Homes?

Underground houses are well-insulated, which means they need little or no heating. And they are not all small like Hobbit houses-some modern underground homes are quite (7)_______.

The Study Centre in Wales

Comfort All Year Round:

(8)_______ temperature in these underground bedrooms varies between 19° and 22° throughout the year, with no need for radiators or fires. All the heating comes directly from the sun!

Designed for Efficiency:

"There are no heating costs!" says Peter Carpenter, (9)_______ designed the underground building and ran the centre.

Natural Light Solutions

Lighting is not an issue. Modern light tubes can bring sunlight (10)_______ rooms without windows, making underground homes as bright as traditional ones.

Why It Matters

The constructions are by all means beneficial in the long (11)_______. They provide sustainable and eco-friendly living solutions that align with future needs.

What Visitors Say

"This is the first time I (12)_______ such a sustainable model," said Timothy, a recent visitor to the centre.

Think Green, Live Green. Explore Underground Living Today!

(Adapted from Linguapress.com)

Choose the best answer for question 11:

Read the following leaflet and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

UNDERGROUND HOUSES: A SUSTAINABLE CHOICE

Why Choose Underground Homes?

Underground houses are well-insulated, which means they need little or no heating. And they are not all small like Hobbit houses-some modern underground homes are quite (7)_______.

The Study Centre in Wales

Comfort All Year Round:

(8)_______ temperature in these underground bedrooms varies between 19° and 22° throughout the year, with no need for radiators or fires. All the heating comes directly from the sun!

Designed for Efficiency:

"There are no heating costs!" says Peter Carpenter, (9)_______ designed the underground building and ran the centre.

Natural Light Solutions

Lighting is not an issue. Modern light tubes can bring sunlight (10)_______ rooms without windows, making underground homes as bright as traditional ones.

Why It Matters

The constructions are by all means beneficial in the long (11)_______. They provide sustainable and eco-friendly living solutions that align with future needs.

What Visitors Say

"This is the first time I (12)_______ such a sustainable model," said Timothy, a recent visitor to the centre.

Think Green, Live Green. Explore Underground Living Today!

(Adapted from Linguapress.com)

Choose the best answer for question 12:

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best arrangement of utterances or sentences to make a meaningful exchange or text.

a. Mark: How exciting! But how will the classrooms be judged?

b. Nam: It says here that classrooms will be judged on the following: raising environmental awareness, reducing our carbon footprint, and using resources efficiently.

c. Nam: Hey guys, look at this notice! Our school is holding a Green Classroom Competition. The greenest classroom will win an ecotour!

(Adapted from Global Success 12)

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best arrangement of utterances or sentences to make a meaningful exchange or text.

a. Lily: She was born in Hue in 1942. She studied medicine in Ha Noi and volunteered to join the army.

b. Mark: That's when she started her diary, isn't it?

c. Lily: I'm reading a really good book from Dang Thuy Tram called Last Night I Dreamed of Peace.

d. Lily: Yes, she wrote her diary while working in a field hospital in Quang Ngai Province.

e. Mark: Dang Thuy Tram? Who is she?

(Adapted from Global Success 12)

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best arrangement of utterances or sentences to make a meaningful exchange or text.

Dear parents/carers,

a. At the event, children are invited to come to school dressed in any cultural clothes that they may have or simply dressed in the colours of their special country's flag.

b. We are writing to inform you that on Friday 20th October 2023, the whole school will be having a Culture Day.

c. Moreover, children will be talking about their culture with their classmates, doing lots of fun activities to celebrate their identity, learning basic sayings in each other's languages, listening to music of different cultures, and sharing food amongst the class.

d. We are very excited to celebrate our cultures at Heaton Park Primary School and are sure that the children will have a fantastic day. If you have any questions at all, please ask your child's class teacher or email the school at: contact@heatonparkbury.com

e. The reason why we organize the event is that at Heaton Park Primary School, we pride ourselves on our diversity and vast cultural community. In our school this academic year, we have on average 15 different ethnicities and around 37 languages spoken, so having a cultural day is very meaningful to our school.

Many thanks,

Miss Hughes MFL Co-ordinator

(Adapted from heatonparkprimary.co.uk)

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best arrangement of utterances or sentences to make a meaningful exchange or text.

a. He was born in Atlanta, the capital of Georgia, on January 15, 1929.

b. Martin Luther King Jr. is one of the heroes of modern America.

c. In 1955, he led a campaign called "Bus Boycott" after a black lady was thrown off a bus in the city of Montgomery because she sat in a seat for whites.

d. The bus boycott was successful, and the bus company stopped having segregated seats.

e. King was strongly influenced by his Christian parents, and later by the ideas of Mahatma Gandhi.

(Adapted from Linguapress.com)

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best arrangement of utterances or sentences to make a meaningful exchange or text.

a. This urban landscape, however, often comes at the cost of nature.

b. Yet, a new movement is sprouting-a desire to reintroduce nature into the concrete jungle.

c. For instance, skyscrapers pierce the clouds, cars hum along avenues, and a constant buzz fills the air.

d. Parks are scarce, replaced by buildings and pavement.

e. Cities are a whirlwind of human energy.

(Adapted from Complete IELTS)

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

The global trend of urbanization is a phenomenon that has been reshaping our world for decades. Urbanization, the process of people (18)_______, has been an important part of the 20th and 21st centuries. With more than half of the world's population now living in cities, it is a global trend with significant effects.

In the past, urbanization was mainly caused by industrialization. People went to cities (19)_______ in factories. However, in recent years, urbanization has changed (20)_______ factors like new technology, globalization, and changes in lifestyle.

With the world's population rapidly increasing, the United Nations predicts that by 2050, approximately two-thirds of humanity will reside in urban areas. For instance, Tokyo, Japan, and Delhi, India, are home to over 37 million people each, showcasing the scale of urban growth. One important part of urbanization is the fast growth of megacities - cities with populations over ten million people. (21)_______. Additionally, urbanization has changed cultural and social environments. Cities are melting pots of diversity, (22)_______. This mix of cultures has led to lively urban cultures that influence global trends in art, music, fashion, and cuisine. For instance, New York City is renowned for its cosmopolitan atmosphere, with people from all corners of the globe living and working together. This diversity can lead to a rich tapestry of traditions and perspectives, but it can also give rise to social tensions and challenges in assimilation.

(Adapted from National Geographic)

Choose the best answer for question 18:

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

The global trend of urbanization is a phenomenon that has been reshaping our world for decades. Urbanization, the process of people (18)_______, has been an important part of the 20th and 21st centuries. With more than half of the world's population now living in cities, it is a global trend with significant effects.

In the past, urbanization was mainly caused by industrialization. People went to cities (19)_______ in factories. However, in recent years, urbanization has changed (20)_______ factors like new technology, globalization, and changes in lifestyle.

With the world's population rapidly increasing, the United Nations predicts that by 2050, approximately two-thirds of humanity will reside in urban areas. For instance, Tokyo, Japan, and Delhi, India, are home to over 37 million people each, showcasing the scale of urban growth. One important part of urbanization is the fast growth of megacities - cities with populations over ten million people. (21)_______. Additionally, urbanization has changed cultural and social environments. Cities are melting pots of diversity, (22)_______. This mix of cultures has led to lively urban cultures that influence global trends in art, music, fashion, and cuisine. For instance, New York City is renowned for its cosmopolitan atmosphere, with people from all corners of the globe living and working together. This diversity can lead to a rich tapestry of traditions and perspectives, but it can also give rise to social tensions and challenges in assimilation.

(Adapted from National Geographic)

Choose the best answer for question 19:

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

The global trend of urbanization is a phenomenon that has been reshaping our world for decades. Urbanization, the process of people (18)_______, has been an important part of the 20th and 21st centuries. With more than half of the world's population now living in cities, it is a global trend with significant effects.

In the past, urbanization was mainly caused by industrialization. People went to cities (19)_______ in factories. However, in recent years, urbanization has changed (20)_______ factors like new technology, globalization, and changes in lifestyle.

With the world's population rapidly increasing, the United Nations predicts that by 2050, approximately two-thirds of humanity will reside in urban areas. For instance, Tokyo, Japan, and Delhi, India, are home to over 37 million people each, showcasing the scale of urban growth. One important part of urbanization is the fast growth of megacities - cities with populations over ten million people. (21)_______. Additionally, urbanization has changed cultural and social environments. Cities are melting pots of diversity, (22)_______. This mix of cultures has led to lively urban cultures that influence global trends in art, music, fashion, and cuisine. For instance, New York City is renowned for its cosmopolitan atmosphere, with people from all corners of the globe living and working together. This diversity can lead to a rich tapestry of traditions and perspectives, but it can also give rise to social tensions and challenges in assimilation.

(Adapted from National Geographic)

Choose the best answer for question 20:

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

The global trend of urbanization is a phenomenon that has been reshaping our world for decades. Urbanization, the process of people (18)_______, has been an important part of the 20th and 21st centuries. With more than half of the world's population now living in cities, it is a global trend with significant effects.

In the past, urbanization was mainly caused by industrialization. People went to cities (19)_______ in factories. However, in recent years, urbanization has changed (20)_______ factors like new technology, globalization, and changes in lifestyle.

With the world's population rapidly increasing, the United Nations predicts that by 2050, approximately two-thirds of humanity will reside in urban areas. For instance, Tokyo, Japan, and Delhi, India, are home to over 37 million people each, showcasing the scale of urban growth. One important part of urbanization is the fast growth of megacities - cities with populations over ten million people. (21)_______. Additionally, urbanization has changed cultural and social environments. Cities are melting pots of diversity, (22)_______. This mix of cultures has led to lively urban cultures that influence global trends in art, music, fashion, and cuisine. For instance, New York City is renowned for its cosmopolitan atmosphere, with people from all corners of the globe living and working together. This diversity can lead to a rich tapestry of traditions and perspectives, but it can also give rise to social tensions and challenges in assimilation.

(Adapted from National Geographic)

Choose the best answer for question 21:

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

The global trend of urbanization is a phenomenon that has been reshaping our world for decades. Urbanization, the process of people (18)_______, has been an important part of the 20th and 21st centuries. With more than half of the world's population now living in cities, it is a global trend with significant effects.

In the past, urbanization was mainly caused by industrialization. People went to cities (19)_______ in factories. However, in recent years, urbanization has changed (20)_______ factors like new technology, globalization, and changes in lifestyle.

With the world's population rapidly increasing, the United Nations predicts that by 2050, approximately two-thirds of humanity will reside in urban areas. For instance, Tokyo, Japan, and Delhi, India, are home to over 37 million people each, showcasing the scale of urban growth. One important part of urbanization is the fast growth of megacities - cities with populations over ten million people. (21)_______. Additionally, urbanization has changed cultural and social environments. Cities are melting pots of diversity, (22)_______. This mix of cultures has led to lively urban cultures that influence global trends in art, music, fashion, and cuisine. For instance, New York City is renowned for its cosmopolitan atmosphere, with people from all corners of the globe living and working together. This diversity can lead to a rich tapestry of traditions and perspectives, but it can also give rise to social tensions and challenges in assimilation.

(Adapted from National Geographic)

Choose the best answer for question 22:

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

Green living is a means of developing sustainable habits in one’s daily life so that their daily routines work alongside the resources of nature instead of depleting them, or doing more long-term damage to the environment or ecological system. The common ways that people often do when they become more cognizant of the vital aspects to green living are to reduce pollution, to protect our wildlife from going extinct, and to preserve our conservation of natural resources. Predominantly, people recognize that green living can alleviate the rapidly increasing rates of climate change and global warming.

The idea of green living has grown a lot in recent years. While we often think of reusable grocery bags and recycling, green living also includes our clothing choices through sustainable fashion.

The fast-fashion industry focuses on cheap, trendy clothes that don't last long. This has a big negative impact on the environment, from using too much water and harmful chemicals to creating huge amounts of waste. Sustainable fashion offers a better option by reducing environmental damage and ensuring fair working conditions.

To embrace sustainable fashion, we need to change how we think. Instead of buying lots of clothes for short trends, we should invest in high-quality pieces that last a long time. This helps reduce waste and allows us to have a unique personal style.

Buying second-hand clothes is another great way to practice sustainable fashion. Thrift stores and consignment shops have many unique items, giving clothes a second chance and helping the environment. It can be fun to find special pieces while shopping.

(Adapted from Solutions)

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as one of the common ways that people often do when they become more cognizant of the vital aspects to green living?

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

Green living is a means of developing sustainable habits in one’s daily life so that their daily routines work alongside the resources of nature instead of depleting them, or doing more long-term damage to the environment or ecological system. The common ways that people often do when they become more cognizant of the vital aspects to green living are to reduce pollution, to protect our wildlife from going extinct, and to preserve our conservation of natural resources. Predominantly, people recognize that green living can alleviate the rapidly increasing rates of climate change and global warming.

The idea of green living has grown a lot in recent years. While we often think of reusable grocery bags and recycling, green living also includes our clothing choices through sustainable fashion.

The fast-fashion industry focuses on cheap, trendy clothes that don't last long. This has a big negative impact on the environment, from using too much water and harmful chemicals to creating huge amounts of waste. Sustainable fashion offers a better option by reducing environmental damage and ensuring fair working conditions.

To embrace sustainable fashion, we need to change how we think. Instead of buying lots of clothes for short trends, we should invest in high-quality pieces that last a long time. This helps reduce waste and allows us to have a unique personal style.

Buying second-hand clothes is another great way to practice sustainable fashion. Thrift stores and consignment shops have many unique items, giving clothes a second chance and helping the environment. It can be fun to find special pieces while shopping.

(Adapted from Solutions)

The word "trendy" in paragraph 2 is OPPOSITE in meaning to:

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

Green living is a means of developing sustainable habits in one’s daily life so that their daily routines work alongside the resources of nature instead of depleting them, or doing more long-term damage to the environment or ecological system. The common ways that people often do when they become more cognizant of the vital aspects to green living are to reduce pollution, to protect our wildlife from going extinct, and to preserve our conservation of natural resources. Predominantly, people recognize that green living can alleviate the rapidly increasing rates of climate change and global warming.

The idea of green living has grown a lot in recent years. While we often think of reusable grocery bags and recycling, green living also includes our clothing choices through sustainable fashion.

The fast-fashion industry focuses on cheap, trendy clothes that don't last long. This has a big negative impact on the environment, from using too much water and harmful chemicals to creating huge amounts of waste. Sustainable fashion offers a better option by reducing environmental damage and ensuring fair working conditions.

To embrace sustainable fashion, we need to change how we think. Instead of buying lots of clothes for short trends, we should invest in high-quality pieces that last a long time. This helps reduce waste and allows us to have a unique personal style.

Buying second-hand clothes is another great way to practice sustainable fashion. Thrift stores and consignment shops have many unique items, giving clothes a second chance and helping the environment. It can be fun to find special pieces while shopping.

(Adapted from Solutions)

The phrase "embrace" in paragraph 3 refers to:

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

Green living is a means of developing sustainable habits in one’s daily life so that their daily routines work alongside the resources of nature instead of depleting them, or doing more long-term damage to the environment or ecological system. The common ways that people often do when they become more cognizant of the vital aspects to green living are to reduce pollution, to protect our wildlife from going extinct, and to preserve our conservation of natural resources. Predominantly, people recognize that green living can alleviate the rapidly increasing rates of climate change and global warming.

The idea of green living has grown a lot in recent years. While we often think of reusable grocery bags and recycling, green living also includes our clothing choices through sustainable fashion.

The fast-fashion industry focuses on cheap, trendy clothes that don't last long. This has a big negative impact on the environment, from using too much water and harmful chemicals to creating huge amounts of waste. Sustainable fashion offers a better option by reducing environmental damage and ensuring fair working conditions.

To embrace sustainable fashion, we need to change how we think. Instead of buying lots of clothes for short trends, we should invest in high-quality pieces that last a long time. This helps reduce waste and allows us to have a unique personal style.

Buying second-hand clothes is another great way to practice sustainable fashion. Thrift stores and consignment shops have many unique items, giving clothes a second chance and helping the environment. It can be fun to find special pieces while shopping.

(Adapted from Solutions)

The word "This" in the third paragraph refers to _________

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

Green living is a means of developing sustainable habits in one’s daily life so that their daily routines work alongside the resources of nature instead of depleting them, or doing more long-term damage to the environment or ecological system. The common ways that people often do when they become more cognizant of the vital aspects to green living are to reduce pollution, to protect our wildlife from going extinct, and to preserve our conservation of natural resources. Predominantly, people recognize that green living can alleviate the rapidly increasing rates of climate change and global warming.

The idea of green living has grown a lot in recent years. While we often think of reusable grocery bags and recycling, green living also includes our clothing choices through sustainable fashion.

The fast-fashion industry focuses on cheap, trendy clothes that don't last long. This has a big negative impact on the environment, from using too much water and harmful chemicals to creating huge amounts of waste. Sustainable fashion offers a better option by reducing environmental damage and ensuring fair working conditions.

To embrace sustainable fashion, we need to change how we think. Instead of buying lots of clothes for short trends, we should invest in high-quality pieces that last a long time. This helps reduce waste and allows us to have a unique personal style.

Buying second-hand clothes is another great way to practice sustainable fashion. Thrift stores and consignment shops have many unique items, giving clothes a second chance and helping the environment. It can be fun to find special pieces while shopping.

(Adapted from Solutions)

Which of the following best paraphrases the underline sentence in paragraph 3?

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

Green living is a means of developing sustainable habits in one’s daily life so that their daily routines work alongside the resources of nature instead of depleting them, or doing more long-term damage to the environment or ecological system. The common ways that people often do when they become more cognizant of the vital aspects to green living are to reduce pollution, to protect our wildlife from going extinct, and to preserve our conservation of natural resources. Predominantly, people recognize that green living can alleviate the rapidly increasing rates of climate change and global warming.

The idea of green living has grown a lot in recent years. While we often think of reusable grocery bags and recycling, green living also includes our clothing choices through sustainable fashion.

The fast-fashion industry focuses on cheap, trendy clothes that don't last long. This has a big negative impact on the environment, from using too much water and harmful chemicals to creating huge amounts of waste. Sustainable fashion offers a better option by reducing environmental damage and ensuring fair working conditions.

To embrace sustainable fashion, we need to change how we think. Instead of buying lots of clothes for short trends, we should invest in high-quality pieces that last a long time. This helps reduce waste and allows us to have a unique personal style.

Buying second-hand clothes is another great way to practice sustainable fashion. Thrift stores and consignment shops have many unique items, giving clothes a second chance and helping the environment. It can be fun to find special pieces while shopping.

(Adapted from Solutions)

Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

Green living is a means of developing sustainable habits in one’s daily life so that their daily routines work alongside the resources of nature instead of depleting them, or doing more long-term damage to the environment or ecological system. The common ways that people often do when they become more cognizant of the vital aspects to green living are to reduce pollution, to protect our wildlife from going extinct, and to preserve our conservation of natural resources. Predominantly, people recognize that green living can alleviate the rapidly increasing rates of climate change and global warming.

The idea of green living has grown a lot in recent years. While we often think of reusable grocery bags and recycling, green living also includes our clothing choices through sustainable fashion.

The fast-fashion industry focuses on cheap, trendy clothes that don't last long. This has a big negative impact on the environment, from using too much water and harmful chemicals to creating huge amounts of waste. Sustainable fashion offers a better option by reducing environmental damage and ensuring fair working conditions.

To embrace sustainable fashion, we need to change how we think. Instead of buying lots of clothes for short trends, we should invest in high-quality pieces that last a long time. This helps reduce waste and allows us to have a unique personal style.

Buying second-hand clothes is another great way to practice sustainable fashion. Thrift stores and consignment shops have many unique items, giving clothes a second chance and helping the environment. It can be fun to find special pieces while shopping.

(Adapted from Solutions)

In which paragraph does the writer mention the influence of the fast-fashion industry on the environment?

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

Green living is a means of developing sustainable habits in one’s daily life so that their daily routines work alongside the resources of nature instead of depleting them, or doing more long-term damage to the environment or ecological system. The common ways that people often do when they become more cognizant of the vital aspects to green living are to reduce pollution, to protect our wildlife from going extinct, and to preserve our conservation of natural resources. Predominantly, people recognize that green living can alleviate the rapidly increasing rates of climate change and global warming.

The idea of green living has grown a lot in recent years. While we often think of reusable grocery bags and recycling, green living also includes our clothing choices through sustainable fashion.

The fast-fashion industry focuses on cheap, trendy clothes that don't last long. This has a big negative impact on the environment, from using too much water and harmful chemicals to creating huge amounts of waste. Sustainable fashion offers a better option by reducing environmental damage and ensuring fair working conditions.

To embrace sustainable fashion, we need to change how we think. Instead of buying lots of clothes for short trends, we should invest in high-quality pieces that last a long time. This helps reduce waste and allows us to have a unique personal style.

Buying second-hand clothes is another great way to practice sustainable fashion. Thrift stores and consignment shops have many unique items, giving clothes a second chance and helping the environment. It can be fun to find special pieces while shopping.

(Adapted from Solutions)

In which paragraph does the writer mention people’s recognition of the fact that green living can alleviate the rapidly increasing rates of climate change?

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

[I] Psychologists identify four basic stages that people experience when adapting to a new culture. [II] This process helps us cope with culture shock and how our minds and personalities respond to unfamiliar situations. [III] For example, if we are used to bowing when greeting someone, we might feel awkward in a culture that does not bow. [IV]

The first stage is the "honeymoon stage." When we first arrive in a new culture, everything seems exciting and strange. Even if we feel tired from travel, we enjoy exploring new sights, sounds, and foods. This stage can last a long time because it feels like an adventure.

The second stage can be tough. After settling into our new lives-working, studying, or living with a host family-we may start to miss home and our loved ones. Small problems can feel more significant in a foreign culture. This "rejection stage" can lead some people to develop unhealthy habits or feel confused and helpless. Some might consider going back home or only spending time with people from their own culture.

The third stage is called the "adjustment stage." Here, we begin to see that the new culture isn't so bad. We start to handle challenges better and feel more capable of taking care of ourselves.

The fourth stage is "at ease at last." By now, we feel comfortable in the new environment and can manage most problems. We might still struggle with the language, but we know we can handle it. If we meet newcomers from our home country, we can share our experiences and help them.

Finally, there's a fifth stage known as "reverse culture shock." This happens when we return to our home culture and realize that both we and our surroundings have changed. This can make us feel awkward and struggle to adjust back to life at home.

(Adapted from continuingstudies.uvic.ca)

Where in paragraph 1 does the following sentence best fit?

"Similarly, if our language depends on the age and status of the person we are speaking to, communicating in a new culture can be challenging."

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

[I] Psychologists identify four basic stages that people experience when adapting to a new culture. [II] This process helps us cope with culture shock and how our minds and personalities respond to unfamiliar situations. [III] For example, if we are used to bowing when greeting someone, we might feel awkward in a culture that does not bow. [IV]

The first stage is the "honeymoon stage." When we first arrive in a new culture, everything seems exciting and strange. Even if we feel tired from travel, we enjoy exploring new sights, sounds, and foods. This stage can last a long time because it feels like an adventure.

The second stage can be tough. After settling into our new lives-working, studying, or living with a host family-we may start to miss home and our loved ones. Small problems can feel more significant in a foreign culture. This "rejection stage" can lead some people to develop unhealthy habits or feel confused and helpless. Some might consider going back home or only spending time with people from their own culture.

The third stage is called the "adjustment stage." Here, we begin to see that the new culture isn't so bad. We start to handle challenges better and feel more capable of taking care of ourselves.

The fourth stage is "at ease at last." By now, we feel comfortable in the new environment and can manage most problems. We might still struggle with the language, but we know we can handle it. If we meet newcomers from our home country, we can share our experiences and help them.

Finally, there's a fifth stage known as "reverse culture shock." This happens when we return to our home culture and realize that both we and our surroundings have changed. This can make us feel awkward and struggle to adjust back to life at home.

(Adapted from continuingstudies.uvic.ca)

The word "adjustment" in paragraph 4 could be best replaced by: ________

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

[I] Psychologists identify four basic stages that people experience when adapting to a new culture. [II] This process helps us cope with culture shock and how our minds and personalities respond to unfamiliar situations. [III] For example, if we are used to bowing when greeting someone, we might feel awkward in a culture that does not bow. [IV]

The first stage is the "honeymoon stage." When we first arrive in a new culture, everything seems exciting and strange. Even if we feel tired from travel, we enjoy exploring new sights, sounds, and foods. This stage can last a long time because it feels like an adventure.

The second stage can be tough. After settling into our new lives-working, studying, or living with a host family-we may start to miss home and our loved ones. Small problems can feel more significant in a foreign culture. This "rejection stage" can lead some people to develop unhealthy habits or feel confused and helpless. Some might consider going back home or only spending time with people from their own culture.

The third stage is called the "adjustment stage." Here, we begin to see that the new culture isn't so bad. We start to handle challenges better and feel more capable of taking care of ourselves.

The fourth stage is "at ease at last." By now, we feel comfortable in the new environment and can manage most problems. We might still struggle with the language, but we know we can handle it. If we meet newcomers from our home country, we can share our experiences and help them.

Finally, there's a fifth stage known as "reverse culture shock." This happens when we return to our home culture and realize that both we and our surroundings have changed. This can make us feel awkward and struggle to adjust back to life at home.

(Adapted from continuingstudies.uvic.ca)

The word "Them" in the fifth paragraph refers to _________

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

[I] Psychologists identify four basic stages that people experience when adapting to a new culture. [II] This process helps us cope with culture shock and how our minds and personalities respond to unfamiliar situations. [III] For example, if we are used to bowing when greeting someone, we might feel awkward in a culture that does not bow. [IV]

The first stage is the "honeymoon stage." When we first arrive in a new culture, everything seems exciting and strange. Even if we feel tired from travel, we enjoy exploring new sights, sounds, and foods. This stage can last a long time because it feels like an adventure.

The second stage can be tough. After settling into our new lives-working, studying, or living with a host family-we may start to miss home and our loved ones. Small problems can feel more significant in a foreign culture. This "rejection stage" can lead some people to develop unhealthy habits or feel confused and helpless. Some might consider going back home or only spending time with people from their own culture.

The third stage is called the "adjustment stage." Here, we begin to see that the new culture isn't so bad. We start to handle challenges better and feel more capable of taking care of ourselves.

The fourth stage is "at ease at last." By now, we feel comfortable in the new environment and can manage most problems. We might still struggle with the language, but we know we can handle it. If we meet newcomers from our home country, we can share our experiences and help them.

Finally, there's a fifth stage known as "reverse culture shock." This happens when we return to our home culture and realize that both we and our surroundings have changed. This can make us feel awkward and struggle to adjust back to life at home.

(Adapted from continuingstudies.uvic.ca)

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the "rejection stage"?

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

[I] Psychologists identify four basic stages that people experience when adapting to a new culture. [II] This process helps us cope with culture shock and how our minds and personalities respond to unfamiliar situations. [III] For example, if we are used to bowing when greeting someone, we might feel awkward in a culture that does not bow. [IV]

The first stage is the "honeymoon stage." When we first arrive in a new culture, everything seems exciting and strange. Even if we feel tired from travel, we enjoy exploring new sights, sounds, and foods. This stage can last a long time because it feels like an adventure.

The second stage can be tough. After settling into our new lives-working, studying, or living with a host family-we may start to miss home and our loved ones. Small problems can feel more significant in a foreign culture. This "rejection stage" can lead some people to develop unhealthy habits or feel confused and helpless. Some might consider going back home or only spending time with people from their own culture.

The third stage is called the "adjustment stage." Here, we begin to see that the new culture isn't so bad. We start to handle challenges better and feel more capable of taking care of ourselves.

The fourth stage is "at ease at last." By now, we feel comfortable in the new environment and can manage most problems. We might still struggle with the language, but we know we can handle it. If we meet newcomers from our home country, we can share our experiences and help them.

Finally, there's a fifth stage known as "reverse culture shock." This happens when we return to our home culture and realize that both we and our surroundings have changed. This can make us feel awkward and struggle to adjust back to life at home.

(Adapted from continuingstudies.uvic.ca)

Which of the following best summarizes paragraph 4?

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

[I] Psychologists identify four basic stages that people experience when adapting to a new culture. [II] This process helps us cope with culture shock and how our minds and personalities respond to unfamiliar situations. [III] For example, if we are used to bowing when greeting someone, we might feel awkward in a culture that does not bow. [IV]

The first stage is the "honeymoon stage." When we first arrive in a new culture, everything seems exciting and strange. Even if we feel tired from travel, we enjoy exploring new sights, sounds, and foods. This stage can last a long time because it feels like an adventure.

The second stage can be tough. After settling into our new lives-working, studying, or living with a host family-we may start to miss home and our loved ones. Small problems can feel more significant in a foreign culture. This "rejection stage" can lead some people to develop unhealthy habits or feel confused and helpless. Some might consider going back home or only spending time with people from their own culture.

The third stage is called the "adjustment stage." Here, we begin to see that the new culture isn't so bad. We start to handle challenges better and feel more capable of taking care of ourselves.

The fourth stage is "at ease at last." By now, we feel comfortable in the new environment and can manage most problems. We might still struggle with the language, but we know we can handle it. If we meet newcomers from our home country, we can share our experiences and help them.

Finally, there's a fifth stage known as "reverse culture shock." This happens when we return to our home culture and realize that both we and our surroundings have changed. This can make us feel awkward and struggle to adjust back to life at home.

(Adapted from continuingstudies.uvic.ca)

The word "confused" in paragraph 3 is OPPOSITE in meaning to:

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

[I] Psychologists identify four basic stages that people experience when adapting to a new culture. [II] This process helps us cope with culture shock and how our minds and personalities respond to unfamiliar situations. [III] For example, if we are used to bowing when greeting someone, we might feel awkward in a culture that does not bow. [IV]

The first stage is the "honeymoon stage." When we first arrive in a new culture, everything seems exciting and strange. Even if we feel tired from travel, we enjoy exploring new sights, sounds, and foods. This stage can last a long time because it feels like an adventure.

The second stage can be tough. After settling into our new lives-working, studying, or living with a host family-we may start to miss home and our loved ones. Small problems can feel more significant in a foreign culture. This "rejection stage" can lead some people to develop unhealthy habits or feel confused and helpless. Some might consider going back home or only spending time with people from their own culture.

The third stage is called the "adjustment stage." Here, we begin to see that the new culture isn't so bad. We start to handle challenges better and feel more capable of taking care of ourselves.

The fourth stage is "at ease at last." By now, we feel comfortable in the new environment and can manage most problems. We might still struggle with the language, but we know we can handle it. If we meet newcomers from our home country, we can share our experiences and help them.

Finally, there's a fifth stage known as "reverse culture shock." This happens when we return to our home culture and realize that both we and our surroundings have changed. This can make us feel awkward and struggle to adjust back to life at home.

(Adapted from continuingstudies.uvic.ca)

Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

[I] Psychologists identify four basic stages that people experience when adapting to a new culture. [II] This process helps us cope with culture shock and how our minds and personalities respond to unfamiliar situations. [III] For example, if we are used to bowing when greeting someone, we might feel awkward in a culture that does not bow. [IV]

The first stage is the "honeymoon stage." When we first arrive in a new culture, everything seems exciting and strange. Even if we feel tired from travel, we enjoy exploring new sights, sounds, and foods. This stage can last a long time because it feels like an adventure.

The second stage can be tough. After settling into our new lives-working, studying, or living with a host family-we may start to miss home and our loved ones. Small problems can feel more significant in a foreign culture. This "rejection stage" can lead some people to develop unhealthy habits or feel confused and helpless. Some might consider going back home or only spending time with people from their own culture.

The third stage is called the "adjustment stage." Here, we begin to see that the new culture isn't so bad. We start to handle challenges better and feel more capable of taking care of ourselves.

The fourth stage is "at ease at last." By now, we feel comfortable in the new environment and can manage most problems. We might still struggle with the language, but we know we can handle it. If we meet newcomers from our home country, we can share our experiences and help them.

Finally, there's a fifth stage known as "reverse culture shock." This happens when we return to our home culture and realize that both we and our surroundings have changed. This can make us feel awkward and struggle to adjust back to life at home.

(Adapted from continuingstudies.uvic.ca)

Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 3?

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

[I] Psychologists identify four basic stages that people experience when adapting to a new culture. [II] This process helps us cope with culture shock and how our minds and personalities respond to unfamiliar situations. [III] For example, if we are used to bowing when greeting someone, we might feel awkward in a culture that does not bow. [IV]

The first stage is the "honeymoon stage." When we first arrive in a new culture, everything seems exciting and strange. Even if we feel tired from travel, we enjoy exploring new sights, sounds, and foods. This stage can last a long time because it feels like an adventure.

The second stage can be tough. After settling into our new lives-working, studying, or living with a host family-we may start to miss home and our loved ones. Small problems can feel more significant in a foreign culture. This "rejection stage" can lead some people to develop unhealthy habits or feel confused and helpless. Some might consider going back home or only spending time with people from their own culture.

The third stage is called the "adjustment stage." Here, we begin to see that the new culture isn't so bad. We start to handle challenges better and feel more capable of taking care of ourselves.

The fourth stage is "at ease at last." By now, we feel comfortable in the new environment and can manage most problems. We might still struggle with the language, but we know we can handle it. If we meet newcomers from our home country, we can share our experiences and help them.

Finally, there's a fifth stage known as "reverse culture shock." This happens when we return to our home culture and realize that both we and our surroundings have changed. This can make us feel awkward and struggle to adjust back to life at home.

(Adapted from continuingstudies.uvic.ca)

Which of the following can be inferred about "reverse culture shock"?

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

[I] Psychologists identify four basic stages that people experience when adapting to a new culture. [II] This process helps us cope with culture shock and how our minds and personalities respond to unfamiliar situations. [III] For example, if we are used to bowing when greeting someone, we might feel awkward in a culture that does not bow. [IV]

The first stage is the "honeymoon stage." When we first arrive in a new culture, everything seems exciting and strange. Even if we feel tired from travel, we enjoy exploring new sights, sounds, and foods. This stage can last a long time because it feels like an adventure.

The second stage can be tough. After settling into our new lives-working, studying, or living with a host family-we may start to miss home and our loved ones. Small problems can feel more significant in a foreign culture. This "rejection stage" can lead some people to develop unhealthy habits or feel confused and helpless. Some might consider going back home or only spending time with people from their own culture.

The third stage is called the "adjustment stage." Here, we begin to see that the new culture isn't so bad. We start to handle challenges better and feel more capable of taking care of ourselves.

The fourth stage is "at ease at last." By now, we feel comfortable in the new environment and can manage most problems. We might still struggle with the language, but we know we can handle it. If we meet newcomers from our home country, we can share our experiences and help them.

Finally, there's a fifth stage known as "reverse culture shock." This happens when we return to our home culture and realize that both we and our surroundings have changed. This can make us feel awkward and struggle to adjust back to life at home.

(Adapted from continuingstudies.uvic.ca)

Which of the following best summarises the passage?