Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
What enables a seed to press through a fissure in stone, an eagle to maintain its course in turbulent skies, or a horse to run unrestrained? The answer is confidence-often the decisive catalyst of success. Without it, even highly capable people (1) ___.
A familiar illustration is Richard Nixon. In 1972, Nixon was seeking re-election as U.S. President, campaigning energetically nationwide. Many assumed he would secure a comfortable victory, given the accomplishments of his first term. Yet Nixon was burdened by insecurity. Haunted by the prospect of defeat, he made a grave misjudgment: he ordered his team to break into the Watergate Hotel to spy on his opponent. Once exposed, (2) ____. The scandal escalated rapidly and culminated in his resignation, despite the fact that he had already won the election. (3) ____.
By contrast, Madame Curie exemplified the power that confidence can generate. In her pursuit of radium, she worked in a poorly equipped laboratory and endured harsh conditions. Many ridiculed her, yet she remained steadfast in her belief in her own ability. She famously insisted, "We must have perseverance, especially confidence!" (4) ____. As a result of her pioneering accomplishments, she received two Nobel Prizes and became an enduring inspiration to generations that followed.
Confidence equips us to confront adversity and pursue meaningful achievement. Ultimately, it is only those (5) ____. Let us cultivate confidence and unlock the fullest measure of our potential.
encountering substantial obstacles while working towards success
may still falter when striving to attain their objectives
who are liable to find it arduous to accomplish their aims
encountered formidable impediments in the pursuit of their aspirations
Sau chủ ngữ “people” cần một động từ chính để tạo thành mệnh đề hoàn chỉnh theo cấu trúc .
Cụm “Without it” cho thấy câu nói về kết quả có thể xảy ra ở hiện tại.
Đoạn văn khẳng định confidence là yếu tố quyết định thành công.
Vì vậy, câu cần diễn tả ý: thiếu tự tin, con người vẫn có thể thất bại khi theo đuổi mục tiêu.
Chọn B. “may still falter when striving to attain their objectives” vì có động từ chính và phù hợp cả cấu trúc lẫn nghĩa.
A sai vì là cụm V-ing; C sai vì là mệnh đề quan hệ không có danh từ cần bổ nghĩa; D sai vì dùng quá khứ đơn, không phù hợp với nhận định khái quát hiện tại.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
What enables a seed to press through a fissure in stone, an eagle to maintain its course in turbulent skies, or a horse to run unrestrained? The answer is confidence-often the decisive catalyst of success. Without it, even highly capable people (1) ___.
A familiar illustration is Richard Nixon. In 1972, Nixon was seeking re-election as U.S. President, campaigning energetically nationwide. Many assumed he would secure a comfortable victory, given the accomplishments of his first term. Yet Nixon was burdened by insecurity. Haunted by the prospect of defeat, he made a grave misjudgment: he ordered his team to break into the Watergate Hotel to spy on his opponent. Once exposed, (2) ____. The scandal escalated rapidly and culminated in his resignation, despite the fact that he had already won the election. (3) ____.
By contrast, Madame Curie exemplified the power that confidence can generate. In her pursuit of radium, she worked in a poorly equipped laboratory and endured harsh conditions. Many ridiculed her, yet she remained steadfast in her belief in her own ability. She famously insisted, "We must have perseverance, especially confidence!" (4) ____. As a result of her pioneering accomplishments, she received two Nobel Prizes and became an enduring inspiration to generations that followed.
Confidence equips us to confront adversity and pursue meaningful achievement. Ultimately, it is only those (5) ____. Let us cultivate confidence and unlock the fullest measure of our potential.
the facts were suppressed in an effort to evade accountability
he endeavoured to unmask the facts and confront accountability
he attempted to suppress the facts and evade accountability
accountability was evaded by means of suppressing the facts
Sau “Once exposed”, chỗ trống cần một mệnh đề hoàn chỉnh để nối tiếp sự việc.
Sau khi bị phát hiện, Nixon cố che giấu sự thật và né tránh trách nhiệm.
Hành động này phù hợp với việc vụ bê bối nhanh chóng nghiêm trọng hơn.
Chọn C vì có chủ ngữ và cấu trúc , đúng cả ngữ pháp lẫn ý nghĩa. A, B, D sai vì lần lượt dùng bị động kém tự nhiên, trái nghĩa với ngữ cảnh, và diễn đạt bị động gượng, thiếu rõ chủ thể hành động.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
What enables a seed to press through a fissure in stone, an eagle to maintain its course in turbulent skies, or a horse to run unrestrained? The answer is confidence-often the decisive catalyst of success. Without it, even highly capable people (1) ___.
A familiar illustration is Richard Nixon. In 1972, Nixon was seeking re-election as U.S. President, campaigning energetically nationwide. Many assumed he would secure a comfortable victory, given the accomplishments of his first term. Yet Nixon was burdened by insecurity. Haunted by the prospect of defeat, he made a grave misjudgment: he ordered his team to break into the Watergate Hotel to spy on his opponent. Once exposed, (2) ____. The scandal escalated rapidly and culminated in his resignation, despite the fact that he had already won the election. (3) ____.
By contrast, Madame Curie exemplified the power that confidence can generate. In her pursuit of radium, she worked in a poorly equipped laboratory and endured harsh conditions. Many ridiculed her, yet she remained steadfast in her belief in her own ability. She famously insisted, "We must have perseverance, especially confidence!" (4) ____. As a result of her pioneering accomplishments, she received two Nobel Prizes and became an enduring inspiration to generations that followed.
Confidence equips us to confront adversity and pursue meaningful achievement. Ultimately, it is only those (5) ____. Let us cultivate confidence and unlock the fullest measure of our potential.
His miscalculations derailed both his public career and private life
His deficit of confidence precipitated his downfall and tarnished his standing
His insecurity triggered errors that effectively ended his political trajectory
His dread of losing drove him into recklessness and cost him everything
Nixon bị ám ảnh bởi khả năng thất bại nên đã ra lệnh do thám đối thủ.
Bê bối Watergate bùng nổ và kết thúc bằng việc ông từ chức.
Câu (3) cần tổng kết mạch: nỗi sợ thua cuộc → hành động liều lĩnh → hậu quả mất tất cả.
D phù hợp với các ý “dread of losing”, “recklessness” và “cost him everything”.
Chọn D vì bám sát nhất nguyên nhân, hành động và hậu quả trong đoạn văn; A thêm ý về đời tư, B quá khái quát, còn C chỉ nhấn mạnh con đường chính trị và chưa thể hiện hậu quả toàn diện.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
What enables a seed to press through a fissure in stone, an eagle to maintain its course in turbulent skies, or a horse to run unrestrained? The answer is confidence-often the decisive catalyst of success. Without it, even highly capable people (1) ___.
A familiar illustration is Richard Nixon. In 1972, Nixon was seeking re-election as U.S. President, campaigning energetically nationwide. Many assumed he would secure a comfortable victory, given the accomplishments of his first term. Yet Nixon was burdened by insecurity. Haunted by the prospect of defeat, he made a grave misjudgment: he ordered his team to break into the Watergate Hotel to spy on his opponent. Once exposed, (2) ____. The scandal escalated rapidly and culminated in his resignation, despite the fact that he had already won the election. (3) ____.
By contrast, Madame Curie exemplified the power that confidence can generate. In her pursuit of radium, she worked in a poorly equipped laboratory and endured harsh conditions. Many ridiculed her, yet she remained steadfast in her belief in her own ability. She famously insisted, "We must have perseverance, especially confidence!" (4) ____. As a result of her pioneering accomplishments, she received two Nobel Prizes and became an enduring inspiration to generations that followed.
Confidence equips us to confront adversity and pursue meaningful achievement. Ultimately, it is only those (5) ____. Let us cultivate confidence and unlock the fullest measure of our potential.
The hardships she endured underscore the role of single-minded determination
Her accomplishments mirrored the outlook that shaped her entire scientific career
These words encapsulate the outlook that guided her throughout her scientific journey
Her life story stands as a testament to relentless perseverance and unwavering spirit
Ngay trước chỗ trống là lời trích dẫn: “We must have perseverance, especially confidence!”.
Câu tiếp theo cần giải thích tinh thần và quan điểm được thể hiện trong lời nói này.
“These words” nối trực tiếp với lời trích dẫn; “encapsulate the outlook” khái quát quan điểm sống và làm việc.
Cụm “guided her throughout her scientific journey” phù hợp với ý dẫn dắt toàn bộ sự nghiệp khoa học, trước khi chuyển sang thành tựu.
Chọn C vì liên kết trực tiếp với câu trích dẫn và tóm lược tư tưởng của Curie. A, B, D lần lượt lệch sang khó khăn, lặp ý thành tựu và đánh giá chung về cuộc đời, nên liên kết kém hơn.
Câu đúng là “These words encapsulate the outlook that guided her throughout her scientific journey”.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
What enables a seed to press through a fissure in stone, an eagle to maintain its course in turbulent skies, or a horse to run unrestrained? The answer is confidence-often the decisive catalyst of success. Without it, even highly capable people (1) ___.
A familiar illustration is Richard Nixon. In 1972, Nixon was seeking re-election as U.S. President, campaigning energetically nationwide. Many assumed he would secure a comfortable victory, given the accomplishments of his first term. Yet Nixon was burdened by insecurity. Haunted by the prospect of defeat, he made a grave misjudgment: he ordered his team to break into the Watergate Hotel to spy on his opponent. Once exposed, (2) ____. The scandal escalated rapidly and culminated in his resignation, despite the fact that he had already won the election. (3) ____.
By contrast, Madame Curie exemplified the power that confidence can generate. In her pursuit of radium, she worked in a poorly equipped laboratory and endured harsh conditions. Many ridiculed her, yet she remained steadfast in her belief in her own ability. She famously insisted, "We must have perseverance, especially confidence!" (4) ____. As a result of her pioneering accomplishments, she received two Nobel Prizes and became an enduring inspiration to generations that followed.
Confidence equips us to confront adversity and pursue meaningful achievement. Ultimately, it is only those (5) ____. Let us cultivate confidence and unlock the fullest measure of our potential.
who trust in their own abilities can turn aspirations into reality
never relinquishing their efforts are hesitantly able to realise their aims
working inactively and remaining focused invariably achieves success
whose determination is manifested can retain barriers in their path
Sau “those” cần một mệnh đề quan hệ bổ nghĩa cho danh từ chỉ người.
Mẫu phù hợp là “those + who + V + ...”.
Nixon thất bại vì thiếu tự tin, còn Madame Curie thành công nhờ tin vào năng lực bản thân.
Câu kết cần nêu rằng người tin vào khả năng của mình có thể biến ước mơ thành hiện thực.
Chọn A vì “who trust in their own abilities” đúng cấu trúc và phù hợp chủ đề.
B, C, D lần lượt sai cấu trúc hoặc diễn đạt không tự nhiên, mâu thuẫn nghĩa và trái thông điệp vượt qua khó khăn.
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.
In September of last year, I joined a tour group and visited several Kenyan national parks on a tour that lasted about two weeks. It was an absolutely exhilarating experience. The awe-inspiring wildlife, pristine natural settings, and warm interactions with the local people seemed to affect everyone, even the most jaded of tourists. [I]
We saw an impressive array of wildlife at the Maasai Mara National Reserve-lions, zebras, wildebeest, gazelles, giraffes, elephants, and many more. [II] Most of us were initially rather apprehensive to be in such close proximity to the animals, but slowly grew to appreciate the intimate experience. A woman screamed when a large lion came up to our minibus and started to lick the window. Our driver just laughed and said we had nothing to worry about-the lion was just offering his car-wash services. This calmed the woman down and she giggled along with the rest of us at his jokes.
At Amboseli National Park, we had our first encounter with the Maasai people. [III] This famous warrior tribe still lives a semi-nomadic lifestyle, meaning they move around from time to time in search of food, water, and grazing land for their cattle. We were invited to one of their villages to learn more about their traditional culture and practices, and to browse and buy handmade jewelry made from small colorful glass beads. The villagers were exceptionally friendly and gregarious, and we were made to feel very welcome.
On our last day in Amboseli, our tour guide had a special surprise-a group of Maasai were to perform traditional dances and songs for us. They sang without the accompaniment of any musical instruments and created wonderfully intricate music just by harmonizing their voices. The Maasai dancers were very vigorous, with the men leaping high in the air. These dances are considered a ritual among the men to display their strength: the higher the jump, the stronger the warrior. Some people in our group joined in, dancing and leaping with the Maasai, but of course none of us could jump as high as them! The memory of the wonderful performance stayed with us long after the trip. [IV]
In paragraph 2, the word "apprehensive" is closest in meaning to ____________.
aggressive
exhausted
deceptive
intimidated
Du khách ban đầu cảm thấy e ngại khi ở rất gần các động vật hoang dã.
Sau đó, họ mới dần trân trọng trải nghiệm gần gũi này.
Chi tiết một phụ nữ hét lên khi sư tử đến gần xe cho thấy sự sợ hãi, bị đe dọa.
Vì vậy, apprehensive gần nghĩa nhất với intimidated.
Chọn D. intimidated; A sai vì aggressive là hung hăng, B sai vì exhausted là kiệt sức, C sai vì deceptive là lừa dối và không liên quan đến cảm xúc trong ngữ cảnh.
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.
In September of last year, I joined a tour group and visited several Kenyan national parks on a tour that lasted about two weeks. It was an absolutely exhilarating experience. The awe-inspiring wildlife, pristine natural settings, and warm interactions with the local people seemed to affect everyone, even the most jaded of tourists. [I]
We saw an impressive array of wildlife at the Maasai Mara National Reserve-lions, zebras, wildebeest, gazelles, giraffes, elephants, and many more. [II] Most of us were initially rather apprehensive to be in such close proximity to the animals, but slowly grew to appreciate the intimate experience. A woman screamed when a large lion came up to our minibus and started to lick the window. Our driver just laughed and said we had nothing to worry about-the lion was just offering his car-wash services. This calmed the woman down and she giggled along with the rest of us at his jokes.
At Amboseli National Park, we had our first encounter with the Maasai people. [III] This famous warrior tribe still lives a semi-nomadic lifestyle, meaning they move around from time to time in search of food, water, and grazing land for their cattle. We were invited to one of their villages to learn more about their traditional culture and practices, and to browse and buy handmade jewelry made from small colorful glass beads. The villagers were exceptionally friendly and gregarious, and we were made to feel very welcome.
On our last day in Amboseli, our tour guide had a special surprise-a group of Maasai were to perform traditional dances and songs for us. They sang without the accompaniment of any musical instruments and created wonderfully intricate music just by harmonizing their voices. The Maasai dancers were very vigorous, with the men leaping high in the air. These dances are considered a ritual among the men to display their strength: the higher the jump, the stronger the warrior. Some people in our group joined in, dancing and leaping with the Maasai, but of course none of us could jump as high as them! The memory of the wonderful performance stayed with us long after the trip. [IV]
In paragraph 3, what does the word "they" refer to?
national parks
the Maasai people
natural settings
local villagers
Câu trước giới thiệu rõ đối tượng là “the Maasai people”.
“This famous warrior tribe” chỉ chính the Maasai people.
Vì vậy, “they” trong “they move around from time to time” cũng chỉ the Maasai people.
Chọn B. A, C, D sai vì lần lượt chỉ national parks, natural settings và local villagers, không phù hợp với cụm “this famous warrior tribe”.
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.
In September of last year, I joined a tour group and visited several Kenyan national parks on a tour that lasted about two weeks. It was an absolutely exhilarating experience. The awe-inspiring wildlife, pristine natural settings, and warm interactions with the local people seemed to affect everyone, even the most jaded of tourists. [I]
We saw an impressive array of wildlife at the Maasai Mara National Reserve-lions, zebras, wildebeest, gazelles, giraffes, elephants, and many more. [II] Most of us were initially rather apprehensive to be in such close proximity to the animals, but slowly grew to appreciate the intimate experience. A woman screamed when a large lion came up to our minibus and started to lick the window. Our driver just laughed and said we had nothing to worry about-the lion was just offering his car-wash services. This calmed the woman down and she giggled along with the rest of us at his jokes.
At Amboseli National Park, we had our first encounter with the Maasai people. [III] This famous warrior tribe still lives a semi-nomadic lifestyle, meaning they move around from time to time in search of food, water, and grazing land for their cattle. We were invited to one of their villages to learn more about their traditional culture and practices, and to browse and buy handmade jewelry made from small colorful glass beads. The villagers were exceptionally friendly and gregarious, and we were made to feel very welcome.
On our last day in Amboseli, our tour guide had a special surprise-a group of Maasai were to perform traditional dances and songs for us. They sang without the accompaniment of any musical instruments and created wonderfully intricate music just by harmonizing their voices. The Maasai dancers were very vigorous, with the men leaping high in the air. These dances are considered a ritual among the men to display their strength: the higher the jump, the stronger the warrior. Some people in our group joined in, dancing and leaping with the Maasai, but of course none of us could jump as high as them! The memory of the wonderful performance stayed with us long after the trip. [IV]
Based on the entire text, which of the following sentences can be inferred?
The tour group spent the majority of their two-week trip in Maasai villages.
The Maasai people rely on modern instruments for their musical performances.
The lions in Maasai Mara are trained to interact safely with tourist vehicles.
Close encounters with wildlife eventually replaced fear with appreciation.
Chi tiết “Most of us were initially rather apprehensive” cho thấy ban đầu mọi người lo lắng khi ở gần động vật.
Chi tiết “but slowly grew to appreciate the intimate experience” cho thấy họ dần trân trọng trải nghiệm gần gũi đó.
D đúng vì khái quát sự sợ hãi ban đầu dần được thay thế bằng sự trân trọng; A sai vì không có thông tin họ dành phần lớn thời gian ở làng Maasai.
B sai vì người Maasai hát không có nhạc cụ đi kèm; C sai vì bài không nói sư tử được huấn luyện tương tác an toàn với xe du lịch.
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.
In September of last year, I joined a tour group and visited several Kenyan national parks on a tour that lasted about two weeks. It was an absolutely exhilarating experience. The awe-inspiring wildlife, pristine natural settings, and warm interactions with the local people seemed to affect everyone, even the most jaded of tourists. [I]
We saw an impressive array of wildlife at the Maasai Mara National Reserve-lions, zebras, wildebeest, gazelles, giraffes, elephants, and many more. [II] Most of us were initially rather apprehensive to be in such close proximity to the animals, but slowly grew to appreciate the intimate experience. A woman screamed when a large lion came up to our minibus and started to lick the window. Our driver just laughed and said we had nothing to worry about-the lion was just offering his car-wash services. This calmed the woman down and she giggled along with the rest of us at his jokes.
At Amboseli National Park, we had our first encounter with the Maasai people. [III] This famous warrior tribe still lives a semi-nomadic lifestyle, meaning they move around from time to time in search of food, water, and grazing land for their cattle. We were invited to one of their villages to learn more about their traditional culture and practices, and to browse and buy handmade jewelry made from small colorful glass beads. The villagers were exceptionally friendly and gregarious, and we were made to feel very welcome.
On our last day in Amboseli, our tour guide had a special surprise-a group of Maasai were to perform traditional dances and songs for us. They sang without the accompaniment of any musical instruments and created wonderfully intricate music just by harmonizing their voices. The Maasai dancers were very vigorous, with the men leaping high in the air. These dances are considered a ritual among the men to display their strength: the higher the jump, the stronger the warrior. Some people in our group joined in, dancing and leaping with the Maasai, but of course none of us could jump as high as them! The memory of the wonderful performance stayed with us long after the trip. [IV]
Which of the following provides the best summary of paragraph 2?
An account of how a driver used humor to ease the group's fear of wild animals.
A description of the various wildlife species found in the Maasai Mara Reserve.
A story about a woman who was terrified by a lion licking a minibus window.
A reflection on how intimate animal encounters shifted the group's perspective.
Đoạn văn không chỉ liệt kê các loài động vật mà nhấn mạnh cảm xúc của cả nhóm.
Du khách ban đầu lo sợ khi ở gần động vật, sau đó dần trân trọng trải nghiệm này.
Chi tiết con sư tử liếm cửa kính và lời nói đùa của tài xế chỉ minh họa cho sự thay đổi cảm xúc.
Vì vậy, ý khái quát nhất là những tiếp xúc gần với động vật đã làm thay đổi cách nhìn của nhóm.
Chọn D vì nêu được sự thay đổi trong cảm nhận của cả nhóm; A, B và C lần lượt chỉ nói về lời pha trò của tài xế, việc liệt kê loài vật và câu chuyện của một người phụ nữ, đều là chi tiết chưa bao quát toàn đoạn.
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.
In September of last year, I joined a tour group and visited several Kenyan national parks on a tour that lasted about two weeks. It was an absolutely exhilarating experience. The awe-inspiring wildlife, pristine natural settings, and warm interactions with the local people seemed to affect everyone, even the most jaded of tourists. [I]
We saw an impressive array of wildlife at the Maasai Mara National Reserve-lions, zebras, wildebeest, gazelles, giraffes, elephants, and many more. [II] Most of us were initially rather apprehensive to be in such close proximity to the animals, but slowly grew to appreciate the intimate experience. A woman screamed when a large lion came up to our minibus and started to lick the window. Our driver just laughed and said we had nothing to worry about-the lion was just offering his car-wash services. This calmed the woman down and she giggled along with the rest of us at his jokes.
At Amboseli National Park, we had our first encounter with the Maasai people. [III] This famous warrior tribe still lives a semi-nomadic lifestyle, meaning they move around from time to time in search of food, water, and grazing land for their cattle. We were invited to one of their villages to learn more about their traditional culture and practices, and to browse and buy handmade jewelry made from small colorful glass beads. The villagers were exceptionally friendly and gregarious, and we were made to feel very welcome.
On our last day in Amboseli, our tour guide had a special surprise-a group of Maasai were to perform traditional dances and songs for us. They sang without the accompaniment of any musical instruments and created wonderfully intricate music just by harmonizing their voices. The Maasai dancers were very vigorous, with the men leaping high in the air. These dances are considered a ritual among the men to display their strength: the higher the jump, the stronger the warrior. Some people in our group joined in, dancing and leaping with the Maasai, but of course none of us could jump as high as them! The memory of the wonderful performance stayed with us long after the trip. [IV]
Which is the best paraphrase for the underlined sentence in the text?
The villagers embraced us with open arms, demonstrating a level of sociability and kindness that made us feel instantly uncanny.
Suspiciously warm and sociable, the local residents ensured that we felt completely at home during our stay.
A spirit of insincerity featured the village, where the residents' lively nature translated into a remarkably hostile reception for us.
We were treated with such immense warmth by the outgoing villagers that a sense of belonging was felt immediately.
“Exceptionally friendly and gregarious” chỉ những dân làng rất thân thiện, cởi mở và hòa đồng.
“Made to feel very welcome” diễn tả cảm giác được chào đón và thấy thân thuộc.
Chọn D vì “immense warmth”, “outgoing villagers” và “a sense of belonging” giữ đúng ý dân làng nồng nhiệt, hòa đồng và khiến chúng tôi cảm thấy thân thuộc. A, B, C sai vì lần lượt dùng “uncanny” (kỳ lạ), thêm sắc thái “suspiciously” (đáng ngờ), và chuyển nghĩa thành không chân thành, thù địch.
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