Read the following article 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 from 1 to 6.
Ripe for luck at Thanh Hoa Tomato Festival
Revellers were ripe for good fortune as the annual Tomato Festival in Thanh Hoa Province drew a huge number of people hoping (1) ______ their way to a lucky and prosperous new year.
The distinctive event was held on the sixth day of the Lunar New Year on February 22 at Chuong Market in Dong Son Ward. The Vietnamese version of La Tomatina is said to be the only food fight in Vietnam where people try to throw and be thrown at as many times as possible as a way to (2) _____ good luck and ward off bad luck at the beginning of the year.
According to local folklore, the more tomatoes thrown (3) _____ someone, the more luck and good fortune they will have during the year. At the festival, tomatoes were mashed before being thrown, turning participants' clothes, hair and faces red – a colour (4) ______ a symbol of good luck, prosperity, and happiness in Asian, particularly Vietnamese culture.
The festive spirit grew more vibrant as midday approached. People of all ages, from adults to children, eagerly took part in the celebration. Instead of feeling (5) ______ at being pelted, everyone delighted in being covered in red.
Local authorities are currently preparing an application to seek recognition of Chuong Market as a/an (6) ______, while also developing the festival as a typical tourism product linked to community experiences in Thanh Hoa.
(Adapted from Vietnamnews.vn)
splashing
to splash
splashed
splash
Sau hope hoặc hoping thường dùng cấu trúc .
Động từ cần điền là splash, nên dùng dạng to splash.
Cụm hoàn chỉnh: people hoping to splash their way to a lucky and prosperous new year.
Chọn B. to splash vì phù hợp cấu trúc ; A, C, D sai vì lần lượt dùng dạng V-ing, quá khứ phân từ và động từ nguyên mẫu không có to.
Read the following article 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 from 1 to 6.
Ripe for luck at Thanh Hoa Tomato Festival
Revellers were ripe for good fortune as the annual Tomato Festival in Thanh Hoa Province drew a huge number of people hoping (1) ______ their way to a lucky and prosperous new year.
The distinctive event was held on the sixth day of the Lunar New Year on February 22 at Chuong Market in Dong Son Ward. The Vietnamese version of La Tomatina is said to be the only food fight in Vietnam where people try to throw and be thrown at as many times as possible as a way to (2) _____ good luck and ward off bad luck at the beginning of the year.
According to local folklore, the more tomatoes thrown (3) _____ someone, the more luck and good fortune they will have during the year. At the festival, tomatoes were mashed before being thrown, turning participants' clothes, hair and faces red – a colour (4) ______ a symbol of good luck, prosperity, and happiness in Asian, particularly Vietnamese culture.
The festive spirit grew more vibrant as midday approached. People of all ages, from adults to children, eagerly took part in the celebration. Instead of feeling (5) ______ at being pelted, everyone delighted in being covered in red.
Local authorities are currently preparing an application to seek recognition of Chuong Market as a/an (6) ______, while also developing the festival as a typical tourism product linked to community experiences in Thanh Hoa.
(Adapted from Vietnamnews.vn)
put
take
make
bring
Người tham gia ném cà chua vào nhau đầu năm để cầu may và xua đuổi xui xẻo.
Vì vậy, chỗ trống cần một động từ mang nghĩa “mang lại” may mắn.
Chọn D. bring vì cụm bring good luck có nghĩa là “mang lại may mắn”. A. put, B. take và C. make không tạo thành collocation tự nhiên với good luck trong câu này.
Read the following article 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 from 1 to 6.
Ripe for luck at Thanh Hoa Tomato Festival
Revellers were ripe for good fortune as the annual Tomato Festival in Thanh Hoa Province drew a huge number of people hoping (1) ______ their way to a lucky and prosperous new year.
The distinctive event was held on the sixth day of the Lunar New Year on February 22 at Chuong Market in Dong Son Ward. The Vietnamese version of La Tomatina is said to be the only food fight in Vietnam where people try to throw and be thrown at as many times as possible as a way to (2) _____ good luck and ward off bad luck at the beginning of the year.
According to local folklore, the more tomatoes thrown (3) _____ someone, the more luck and good fortune they will have during the year. At the festival, tomatoes were mashed before being thrown, turning participants' clothes, hair and faces red – a colour (4) ______ a symbol of good luck, prosperity, and happiness in Asian, particularly Vietnamese culture.
The festive spirit grew more vibrant as midday approached. People of all ages, from adults to children, eagerly took part in the celebration. Instead of feeling (5) ______ at being pelted, everyone delighted in being covered in red.
Local authorities are currently preparing an application to seek recognition of Chuong Market as a/an (6) ______, while also developing the festival as a typical tourism product linked to community experiences in Thanh Hoa.
(Adapted from Vietnamnews.vn)
by
in
off
at
Chỗ trống diễn tả hành động ném cà chua vào một người.
Cụm tự nhiên là throw something at someone.
Chọn D. at vì phù hợp với cấu trúc throw something at someone; A. by chỉ người thực hiện, B. in không dùng trong cấu trúc này, còn C. off tạo cụm động từ mang nghĩa khác.
Read the following article 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 from 1 to 6.
Ripe for luck at Thanh Hoa Tomato Festival
Revellers were ripe for good fortune as the annual Tomato Festival in Thanh Hoa Province drew a huge number of people hoping (1) ______ their way to a lucky and prosperous new year.
The distinctive event was held on the sixth day of the Lunar New Year on February 22 at Chuong Market in Dong Son Ward. The Vietnamese version of La Tomatina is said to be the only food fight in Vietnam where people try to throw and be thrown at as many times as possible as a way to (2) _____ good luck and ward off bad luck at the beginning of the year.
According to local folklore, the more tomatoes thrown (3) _____ someone, the more luck and good fortune they will have during the year. At the festival, tomatoes were mashed before being thrown, turning participants' clothes, hair and faces red – a colour (4) ______ a symbol of good luck, prosperity, and happiness in Asian, particularly Vietnamese culture.
The festive spirit grew more vibrant as midday approached. People of all ages, from adults to children, eagerly took part in the celebration. Instead of feeling (5) ______ at being pelted, everyone delighted in being covered in red.
Local authorities are currently preparing an application to seek recognition of Chuong Market as a/an (6) ______, while also developing the festival as a typical tourism product linked to community experiences in Thanh Hoa.
(Adapted from Vietnamnews.vn)
has considered
considered
considering
considers
Trước chỗ trống là danh từ “a colour”; sau đó là cụm danh từ “a symbol...” bổ nghĩa cho “colour”.
Màu đỏ được xem là biểu tượng của may mắn, thịnh vượng và hạnh phúc, nên nghĩa mang tính bị động.
Dạng đầy đủ là “a colour which is considered a symbol...”, rút gọn thành “a colour considered a symbol...”
Chọn B. considered vì phù hợp với dạng rút gọn mệnh đề quan hệ bị động; A, C, D sai vì lần lượt dùng động từ hoàn chỉnh, dạng thêm -ing và động từ chia thì.
Read the following article 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 from 1 to 6.
Ripe for luck at Thanh Hoa Tomato Festival
Revellers were ripe for good fortune as the annual Tomato Festival in Thanh Hoa Province drew a huge number of people hoping (1) ______ their way to a lucky and prosperous new year.
The distinctive event was held on the sixth day of the Lunar New Year on February 22 at Chuong Market in Dong Son Ward. The Vietnamese version of La Tomatina is said to be the only food fight in Vietnam where people try to throw and be thrown at as many times as possible as a way to (2) _____ good luck and ward off bad luck at the beginning of the year.
According to local folklore, the more tomatoes thrown (3) _____ someone, the more luck and good fortune they will have during the year. At the festival, tomatoes were mashed before being thrown, turning participants' clothes, hair and faces red – a colour (4) ______ a symbol of good luck, prosperity, and happiness in Asian, particularly Vietnamese culture.
The festive spirit grew more vibrant as midday approached. People of all ages, from adults to children, eagerly took part in the celebration. Instead of feeling (5) ______ at being pelted, everyone delighted in being covered in red.
Local authorities are currently preparing an application to seek recognition of Chuong Market as a/an (6) ______, while also developing the festival as a typical tourism product linked to community experiences in Thanh Hoa.
(Adapted from Vietnamnews.vn)
irritatingly
irritate
irritating
irritated
Sau động từ feel cần một tính từ diễn tả cảm xúc của người.
Chủ ngữ là những người tham gia lễ hội, nên cần tính từ đuôi -ed.
Chọn D. irritated, mang nghĩa “cảm thấy khó chịu” trong câu.
A sai vì là trạng từ; B là động từ nguyên mẫu; C diễn tả sự vật, sự việc gây khó chịu.
Read the following article 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 from 1 to 6.
Ripe for luck at Thanh Hoa Tomato Festival
Revellers were ripe for good fortune as the annual Tomato Festival in Thanh Hoa Province drew a huge number of people hoping (1) ______ their way to a lucky and prosperous new year.
The distinctive event was held on the sixth day of the Lunar New Year on February 22 at Chuong Market in Dong Son Ward. The Vietnamese version of La Tomatina is said to be the only food fight in Vietnam where people try to throw and be thrown at as many times as possible as a way to (2) _____ good luck and ward off bad luck at the beginning of the year.
According to local folklore, the more tomatoes thrown (3) _____ someone, the more luck and good fortune they will have during the year. At the festival, tomatoes were mashed before being thrown, turning participants' clothes, hair and faces red – a colour (4) ______ a symbol of good luck, prosperity, and happiness in Asian, particularly Vietnamese culture.
The festive spirit grew more vibrant as midday approached. People of all ages, from adults to children, eagerly took part in the celebration. Instead of feeling (5) ______ at being pelted, everyone delighted in being covered in red.
Local authorities are currently preparing an application to seek recognition of Chuong Market as a/an (6) ______, while also developing the festival as a typical tourism product linked to community experiences in Thanh Hoa.
(Adapted from Vietnamnews.vn)
intangible cultural heritage
heritage intangible cultural
cultural intangible heritage
heritage cultural intangible
Chỗ trống đứng sau a/an nên cần một cụm danh từ hoàn chỉnh.
Trong cụm cần chọn, heritage là danh từ chính.
Cultural bổ nghĩa cho heritage; intangible bổ nghĩa thêm cho cụm, mang nghĩa phi vật thể.
Thứ tự tự nhiên là intangible + cultural + heritage.
Chọn A. intangible cultural heritage; B, C, D sai vì sắp xếp các thành phần không đúng trật tự tự nhiên của cụm danh từ.
Read the following passage about The Return of Traditional Christmas Magic and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions 7 to 14.
Christmas 2025 marks a significant transformation in holiday decoration preferences. After years of simple, neutral-toned interiors dominating festive seasons, homeowners are embracing a warmer, more elaborate approach. This dramatic change represents a departure from minimalist trends that previously characterized modern celebrations. The current movement celebrates abundance, memories, and traditional elements that evoke childhood wonder. Interior designers report unprecedented demand for classic ornaments and rich color palettes throughout residential spaces.
The new aesthetic draws inspiration from beloved holiday films and vintage photographs. Red velvet ribbons, emerald garlands, and golden ornaments have replaced subtle decorations. Families are displaying collections of nutcrackers, hanging multiple stockings, and wrapping staircases with illuminated greenery. These choices reflect desires for comfort and familiarity during uncertain times. The style combines luxury elements with accessible touches, allowing everyone to participate regardless of budget constraints.
Social platforms have accelerated this decorative revolution through viral content and influencer endorsements. The "Ralph Lauren Christmas" phenomenon emerged organically, capturing imaginations without corporate marketing campaigns. Young adults particularly connect with 1990s holiday imagery, seeking authentic experiences that their childhoods promised. Digital communities share styling tips, vintage finds, and creative arrangements that inspire widespread adoption. This grassroots movement demonstrates how collective nostalgia shapes contemporary consumer behavior.
Retailers have responded enthusiastically to shifting customer preferences, stocking shelves with traditional merchandise. Sales figures indicate strong performance for classic decorations, while minimalist items remain unsold. Major corporations have adjusted advertising strategies, featuring cozy scenes rather than modern aesthetics. This commercial success confirms that consumers genuinely crave meaningful connections through familiar symbols. The trend suggests people prioritize emotional satisfaction over trendy sophistication when creating holiday atmospheres.
(Adapted from theguardian.com)
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as something that has replaced subtle decorations in the passage?
golden ornaments
silver tinsel
red velvet ribbons
emerald garlands
Câu "Red velvet ribbons, emerald garlands, and golden ornaments have replaced subtle decorations" liệt kê ba đồ thay thế.
B. silver tinsel đúng vì không xuất hiện trong câu này hay phần liên quan; A, C, D sai vì lần lượt là golden ornaments, red velvet ribbons và emerald garlands, đều được nhắc đến.
Read the following passage about The Return of Traditional Christmas Magic and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions 7 to 14.
Christmas 2025 marks a significant transformation in holiday decoration preferences. After years of simple, neutral-toned interiors dominating festive seasons, homeowners are embracing a warmer, more elaborate approach. This dramatic change represents a departure from minimalist trends that previously characterized modern celebrations. The current movement celebrates abundance, memories, and traditional elements that evoke childhood wonder. Interior designers report unprecedented demand for classic ornaments and rich color palettes throughout residential spaces.
The new aesthetic draws inspiration from beloved holiday films and vintage photographs. Red velvet ribbons, emerald garlands, and golden ornaments have replaced subtle decorations. Families are displaying collections of nutcrackers, hanging multiple stockings, and wrapping staircases with illuminated greenery. These choices reflect desires for comfort and familiarity during uncertain times. The style combines luxury elements with accessible touches, allowing everyone to participate regardless of budget constraints.
Social platforms have accelerated this decorative revolution through viral content and influencer endorsements. The "Ralph Lauren Christmas" phenomenon emerged organically, capturing imaginations without corporate marketing campaigns. Young adults particularly connect with 1990s holiday imagery, seeking authentic experiences that their childhoods promised. Digital communities share styling tips, vintage finds, and creative arrangements that inspire widespread adoption. This grassroots movement demonstrates how collective nostalgia shapes contemporary consumer behavior.
Retailers have responded enthusiastically to shifting customer preferences, stocking shelves with traditional merchandise. Sales figures indicate strong performance for classic decorations, while minimalist items remain unsold. Major corporations have adjusted advertising strategies, featuring cozy scenes rather than modern aesthetics. This commercial success confirms that consumers genuinely crave meaningful connections through familiar symbols. The trend suggests people prioritize emotional satisfaction over trendy sophistication when creating holiday atmospheres.
(Adapted from theguardian.com)
The word “evoke” in paragraph 1 is OPPOSITE in meaning to ______.
remind
trigger
suppress
inspire
“Evoke” đi với “childhood wonder”, chỉ việc những yếu tố truyền thống gợi lên hoặc khơi dậy cảm giác kỳ diệu tuổi thơ.
Vì “evoke” gắn với ký ức và cảm xúc tích cực, từ trái nghĩa phải chỉ việc dập đi, kìm lại hoặc làm cảm xúc không xuất hiện.
Chọn C. “Suppress” nghĩa là kìm nén, dập tắt, ngăn không cho bộc lộ; A. “remind”, B. “trigger” và D. “inspire” lần lượt đều mang nghĩa gợi nhớ, khơi ra hoặc truyền cảm hứng nên không trái nghĩa.
Read the following passage about The Return of Traditional Christmas Magic and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions 7 to 14.
Christmas 2025 marks a significant transformation in holiday decoration preferences. After years of simple, neutral-toned interiors dominating festive seasons, homeowners are embracing a warmer, more elaborate approach. This dramatic change represents a departure from minimalist trends that previously characterized modern celebrations. The current movement celebrates abundance, memories, and traditional elements that evoke childhood wonder. Interior designers report unprecedented demand for classic ornaments and rich color palettes throughout residential spaces.
The new aesthetic draws inspiration from beloved holiday films and vintage photographs. Red velvet ribbons, emerald garlands, and golden ornaments have replaced subtle decorations. Families are displaying collections of nutcrackers, hanging multiple stockings, and wrapping staircases with illuminated greenery. These choices reflect desires for comfort and familiarity during uncertain times. The style combines luxury elements with accessible touches, allowing everyone to participate regardless of budget constraints.
Social platforms have accelerated this decorative revolution through viral content and influencer endorsements. The "Ralph Lauren Christmas" phenomenon emerged organically, capturing imaginations without corporate marketing campaigns. Young adults particularly connect with 1990s holiday imagery, seeking authentic experiences that their childhoods promised. Digital communities share styling tips, vintage finds, and creative arrangements that inspire widespread adoption. This grassroots movement demonstrates how collective nostalgia shapes contemporary consumer behavior.
Retailers have responded enthusiastically to shifting customer preferences, stocking shelves with traditional merchandise. Sales figures indicate strong performance for classic decorations, while minimalist items remain unsold. Major corporations have adjusted advertising strategies, featuring cozy scenes rather than modern aesthetics. This commercial success confirms that consumers genuinely crave meaningful connections through familiar symbols. The trend suggests people prioritize emotional satisfaction over trendy sophistication when creating holiday atmospheres.
(Adapted from theguardian.com)
The word “comfort” in paragraph 2 could be best replaced by ______.
curiosity
excitement
ease
safety
Câu chứa từ cần hỏi: “These choices reflect desires for comfort and familiarity during uncertain times.”
Trong ngữ cảnh này, “comfort” chỉ sự dễ chịu, ấm áp và cảm giác thoải mái.
Chọn C. ease vì gần nghĩa nhất với sự dễ chịu, thoải mái; A, B, D lần lượt là sự tò mò, phấn khích và an toàn nên không phù hợp bằng.
Read the following passage about The Return of Traditional Christmas Magic and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions 7 to 14.
Christmas 2025 marks a significant transformation in holiday decoration preferences. After years of simple, neutral-toned interiors dominating festive seasons, homeowners are embracing a warmer, more elaborate approach. This dramatic change represents a departure from minimalist trends that previously characterized modern celebrations. The current movement celebrates abundance, memories, and traditional elements that evoke childhood wonder. Interior designers report unprecedented demand for classic ornaments and rich color palettes throughout residential spaces.
The new aesthetic draws inspiration from beloved holiday films and vintage photographs. Red velvet ribbons, emerald garlands, and golden ornaments have replaced subtle decorations. Families are displaying collections of nutcrackers, hanging multiple stockings, and wrapping staircases with illuminated greenery. These choices reflect desires for comfort and familiarity during uncertain times. The style combines luxury elements with accessible touches, allowing everyone to participate regardless of budget constraints.
Social platforms have accelerated this decorative revolution through viral content and influencer endorsements. The "Ralph Lauren Christmas" phenomenon emerged organically, capturing imaginations without corporate marketing campaigns. Young adults particularly connect with 1990s holiday imagery, seeking authentic experiences that their childhoods promised. Digital communities share styling tips, vintage finds, and creative arrangements that inspire widespread adoption. This grassroots movement demonstrates how collective nostalgia shapes contemporary consumer behavior.
Retailers have responded enthusiastically to shifting customer preferences, stocking shelves with traditional merchandise. Sales figures indicate strong performance for classic decorations, while minimalist items remain unsold. Major corporations have adjusted advertising strategies, featuring cozy scenes rather than modern aesthetics. This commercial success confirms that consumers genuinely crave meaningful connections through familiar symbols. The trend suggests people prioritize emotional satisfaction over trendy sophistication when creating holiday atmospheres.
(Adapted from theguardian.com)
The word “their” in paragraph 3 refers to ______.
digital communities
young adults
corporations
influencers
Câu chứa đại từ là: “Young adults particularly connect with 1990s holiday imagery, seeking authentic experiences that their childhoods promised.”
“Their” đứng trước “childhoods”, nên chỉ những người có tuổi thơ được nhắc đến.
Chủ thể phù hợp là “young adults”; các phương án A, C, D không phù hợp với ngữ cảnh này.
Chọn B. “Their childhoods” nghĩa là “tuổi thơ của họ”, chỉ những người trẻ tuổi.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Đáp án | B | D | D | B | D | A | B | C | C | B |
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