Some can cause __________ diseases such as tuberculosis and food poisoning.

Vaccines are often used to prevent the __________ of diseases caused by viruses.

Viruses can cause a range of illness, from the common cold or the flu to more __________ diseases such as AIDS and Covid-19.

Start by looking at food labels, paying attention to ingredients and __________ such as vitamins and minerals.

The screens __________ blue light that can prevent you from sleeping well.

Exercise __________ to always keep your body fit and your mind happy.

Many doctors recommend __________ as a way to reduce stress.

Whole grains are high in fiber and contain a variety of __________ that support healthy blood sugar levels.

Living to an average of 83 years old, Japan is the nation with the highest __________ in the world.

Research has suggested that the food we eat _______ longevity.

The doctor put me on a low-salt ________ to reduce my blood pressure.

The acid in nonstick pans is associated with birth and developmental defects, ________ system problems, and cancer.

By paying attention to your hunger signals and switching to healthy snacks, you can ______ nutrition, control cravings, and lose weight.

If you want to keep fit, you should keep doing ________ like jogging, cycling, or swimming every day.

Cycling makes you fitter and gives you a better life ________.

My brother is now in hospital, ________ treatment for his upset stomach.

After suffering an injury during the match against Federer, Nadal has required surgery ________ his right knee.

About 50,000 bicyclists suffer ________ serious head injuries each year.

Parents should be ________ by offering guidance to kids without forcing their decisions on them.

Sam takes great ________ in expressing her parents’ compassion while conversing.

Lots of teenagers are so stubborn and refuse to ________ their parents’ advice.

An important rule in Tim’s family is that they have to pay ____ visits to their grandparents in the countryside.

Mr. John is an engineer and expects his son to follow ____ his footsteps.

I live in a/an ____ in the coastal region with my parents and my older sister.

One advantage of living in a/an ____ is to improve the interaction between children and adults.

In my opinion, family members are responsible for ____.

My grandpa is the most conservative person in my family. He never ____ about way of life.

After graduating from university, I want to ____ my father’s footsteps.

In a nuclear family, both mother and father have responsibility for housekeeping and ____.

Four generations living in the same roof will have different ____ of lifestyle.

Luckily, my parents are always willing to listen to my new ideas. They’re very ____.

My father ____ me from going home after 9 p.m. at night.

Anna often dresses ____ when going to the parties in order to attract her friends’ attention.

We’re surprised by Joe’s ____ every Monday. He does so at least four times per month.

I rarely eat _____ and drink _____ because they’re not food for health.

Generation _____ is the difference in the thoughts and viewpoints among generations living together.

I was tired and couldn’t _____ on doing my research project properly.

My parents don’t let me get married until I graduate from university and they never _____ their mind about that.

If people _____ the rules, there are no more accidents.

Public _____ in my town is good and cheap.

You should _____ right and left when you go across the roads.

Hurry up or we can’t _____ the last bus home today.

Exhaust _____ from cars are responsible for much of the air pollution in cities.

Scientists are looking for ways to cut _____ the cost of renewable energy sources.

Speech _____ is the ability of the computer to understand a human talking to it.

If you need help, make no _____ to ask.

The main goal of ___ planning is providing a healthier environment for people living in the city.

Many researchers claim that yoga practice and physical activities can improve people's ____ life.

Unlike the country where the day often ends quite early in the evening, the city offers its people exciting ____.

We will need new technologies to generate ____ energy and use it in clean and safe ways, only from fully sources.

The Saudi government is investing billions in ____ to support the enormous influx of people in Mecca.

New York has invested substantially in improving the ____ of its waterways in recent years.

China has already been experimenting with ways to make its cities more ____ for the last two decades.

Many scientists are cautiously ____ that the earth can feed more than nine billion people.

Vancouver is often considered to be one of the most ____ cities in the world.

____ structure in Hanoi will be changed with the development of satellite areas.

Optimistic people believe that city ____ will have a better live thanks to important achievements in technology and medicine.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

1. 1. Children often get vaccinated so as to be "immune" to fatal diseases.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

2.In Vietnam, " life expectancy'' for both men and women has increased significantly over the last ten years.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

3.There are some " principles " for people to stick to if they want to stay healthy.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

4.Make sure you get a balanced " intake " of vitamins and minerals to stay healthy.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

5. Your " table manners " are awful - don’t you know how to use a knife and fork?

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

6. My mom inaccurately believes that my fashion style violates societal " norms".

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

7. I am really sad because conflict " occurs " constantly among generations in my extended family.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

8. Having a large extended family makes a number of " problems " inevitable.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

9.She was brought up in a'' well-off '' family. She can’t understand the problems we are facing.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

10.Are you taking any '' advanced'' courses?

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

11. Pollution will increase to '' catastrophic '' levels unless we develop cleaner power sources.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

12.It was ''inevitable'' that the smaller company should merge with the larger.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

13.Many organizations have been'' involved in ''drawing up the report on environmental campaigns.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

14.S. Mayo Hospital in New Orleans was so named in recognition of Dr. Mayo’s ''outstanding'' humanitarianism.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

If I take the'' pessimistic ''viewpoint, Tokyo won’t be a safe place to live in.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

People who live in towns and cities live in an ''urban'' environment.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

Governments have to join hands to solve the environmental problems on a ''globa'' scale.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

Passengers often complain about cancelled and ''overcrowded'' coaches and the lack of services.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s). To reduce carbon emissions into the atmosphere, ways to limit the use of'' private'' cars must be found.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s). Before you begin your yoga practice, you should do some warm-up exercises such as ''stretching''.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

Stretching will relax your muscles and ''prevent'' your joints.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

After receiving hundreds of job ''rejections'', I decided that I needed to do something about my obesity.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

My boyfriend wholeheartedly ''supported'' me during my fight against obesity.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

After being out of work for two years, I have ''received'' my first job offer recently.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

Having an'' extended family'' , however, did not always guarantee a role.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

Doctors these days tend to be more ''open-minded'' about alternative medicine.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

We ''respect'' our teacher for all of the wonderful things she has given us.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

Jane found herself in ''conflict'' with her parents over her future career.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

My children's noise is interfering with my ability to ''concentrate'' on my work.

We ______ touch since we ______ school three years ago.

______ Tom Cruise’s last movie? Yes, I ______ it three days ago.

I haven’t met him again since we ______ school ten years ago.

Ba ______ the cap all day yesterday.

This room ______ since I was born.

We ______ since we left school.

Peter has played football ______ he was a child.

He has lived here since he ______ here.

She has not written to me ______ we met last time.

How many times ______ them so far?

I haven’t seen him for months.

How ______ since we ______ school?

Nam ______ smoking two years ago.

They ______ in our country since January, 1st 2002.

Linda ______ anything because she was full.

The Browns ______ here since 1990.

Last year, they ______ to Europe with their best friends on their summer holidays.

Our Singaporean friends ______ to visit our school last year.

John ______ back from London.

They ______ their son since 2003.

All students ______ wear uniforms at school because it is a rule.

You ______ finish your homework before you go to bed.

This drink isn’t beneficial for health. You ______ drink it too much.

This warning sign indicates that you ______ step on the grass.

I think you ___ do exercise regularly in order to keep your body in good shape.

I will lend you some money, but you _____ pay it back to me next week.

Hoa ______ feed the cats because her mother has done it already.

Those audiences _____ show their tickets before entering the concert hall.

The children _____ spend too much time playing computer games.

In case you’ve suffered from the injury, you _____ see the doctor today.

Water park is free for kids under 6 years old, so you _____ pay money for your son.

You look totally exhausted. You _____ take a rest instead of working overtime.

Anyone _____ have a passport, even a visa when travelling all around the world.

In the peak season, travellers _____ book their accommodation in advance.

My car broke down yesterday, so I _____ catch a taxi to the office.

We __ eat as much fruit as possible in order to get enough vitamins for our bodies.

You _____ tell anyone what I’ve revealed to you. It’s still a secret.

If you still want to maintain this relationship, you _____ behave improperly like that.

When playing or swimming in the pool, children _____ be accompanied by their parents.

I _____ be delighted to show you round the factory.

I can’t give you this book because it _____ mine. It belongs to Peter.

Her favorite occupation _____ reading. She likes to read, and she reads a lot.

Tom _____ angry when I spoke to him on the phone.

What happened? You _____ terrible! Are you hurt?

The garden looks _____ since you tidied it up.

He _____ a doctor after he graduated.

Your English is improving. It is _____ good.

I’m sorry I said it. I _____ so bad about it. Please forgive me.

Your task _____ to do the exercise on page 7.

The chef tasted the meat _______ before presenting it to the President.

It _______ late. I really have to go now. Thank you for a lovely time. Goodbye!

Although the dish melt _______, he refused to eat saying that he was not hungry.

Fantastic! Our city _______ more modern.

His idea _______ interesting because it makes people feel good.

I _______ that you are facing a difficult time at this moment and you need more help from us.

Tom sounded _______ when I spoke to him on the phone.

The garden looks _______ since you tidied it up.

Your English is improving. It is getting _______.

The chef tasted the meat _______ before presenting it to the President.

Although the dish melt _______, he refused to eat saying that he was not hungry.

Question 1:

a. I went with my friend, Mr Trung, as he loves Xuan Nam, a famous comedian.

b. Thanks for your email you sent 5 days ago and sorry I didn’t reply sooner.

c. Last Sunday, I enjoyed a live improvised comedy program called “Thank God you are here.”

d. Binh Minsk, a famous singer, won the show when she had an impressive performance with Giang Thanh, the host of Room 2.

e. The contestants were Binh Minsk, Manh Quy and Phuc Quang.

Question 2:

a. More than 300 students attended the fair and enjoyed Vietnamese dishes, songs and games.
b. In my view, the day was a great success. All the attendees felt happy.
c. There were 30 stalls where various activities were offered.
d. Yesterday, our school organised the Spring Fair in the playground.
e. However, it would be better if we could make Banh Chung during the night.

a. Finally, it makes our planet a better place to live for future generations.
b. Moreover, by saving the environment, we are protecting our ecosystem and other natural resources.
c. Also, the effects of climate change can also be reduced greatly.
d. Firstly, when we protect the environment, we are saving ourselves from the problems that will arise in the future.
e. It is important to save the environment for the survival of the planet and the living beings in it.
f. In conclusion, it is vital to preserve and protect life on Earth.

a. Thank you for giving us the best gift. I would love to come and visit you one day in the North Pole!
b. I have been writing to you every year since I was 4, and I want you to know that I have tried to be very good this year.
c. Dear Santa,
d. This year for Christmas I just want my family to be healthy and happy.
e. I made my mommy, daddy, and sister feel better when they were sick and I also studied harder to have better results.
f. And I wish you a very merry Christmas!
Love, Windy.

a. Additionally, doing exercise may combat health conditions and diseases such as heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, depression, anxiety, many types of cancer, arthritis, and falls.
b. Exercise has numerous benefits for people of all ages, genders, and physical abilities.
c. Firstly, it controls your weight by burning calories and building muscle mass.
d. Finally, exercise helps us promote better sleep by helping you fall asleep faster, get better sleep, and deepen your sleep.
e. It also improves your mood by stimulating brain chemicals that leave you feeling happier, more relaxed, and less anxious.

a. Moreover, she has shown excellence in her product knowledge and customer service skills.
b. Erica has been an absolute joy to work with. She is very pleasant and courteous to our customers.
c. Dear Sir/Madam,
d. Besides, Erica demonstrates the characters and qualities that you look for in an employee.
e. Sincerely,
f. It is with great pleasure that I write this recommendation letter for Erica Rudi. I have been Erica’s immediate supervisor for the last five years.

DRINK AN ORANGE!

Do you often have (10) ______?
Orange juice provides an aid to digestion that counteracts ill effects when you overeat.

This single day liquid food (11) ______ the tiniest babies as well as for grown ups by thousands of physicians all over the world.

In short, drinking an orange a day is always (12) ______.

DRINK AN ORANGE!

Do you often have (10) ______?
Orange juice provides an aid to digestion that counteracts ill effects when you overeat.

This single day liquid food (11) ______ the tiniest babies as well as for grown ups by thousands of physicians all over the world.

In short, drinking an orange a day is always (12) ______.

DRINK AN ORANGE!

Do you often have (10) ______?
Orange juice provides an aid to digestion that counteracts ill effects when you overeat.

This single day liquid food (11) ______ the tiniest babies as well as for grown ups by thousands of physicians all over the world.

In short, drinking an orange a day is always (12) ______.

ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE MID-TERM TESTS

The school administrators would like to announce

All students (13) ______ present by 7:30, from Dec 26 up to Dec 29.

(14) ______ cheating during your tests.

Bringing along mobile devices (15) ______ stopping your tests.

ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE MID-TERM TESTS

The school administrators would like to announce

All students (13) ______ present by 7:30, from Dec 26 up to Dec 29.

(14) ______ cheating during your tests.

Bringing along mobile devices (15) ______ stopping your tests.

ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE MID-TERM TESTS

The school administrators would like to announce

All students (13) ______ present by 7:30, from Dec 26 up to Dec 29.

(14) ______ cheating during your tests.

Bringing along mobile devices (15) ______ stopping your tests.

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Help us create (6) ______ great shopping experience for our guests

Help us keep the store looking great, clean and (7) ______

Assist guests on their Target run

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WE’RE HIRING

Come join our team

Team members

Help us create (6) ______ great shopping experience for our guests

Help us keep the store looking great, clean and (7) ______

Assist guests on their Target run

Benefits

Market competitive pay

A variety of schedules offered

10% discount at Target and Target.com + 20% off fruits and veggies, Simply Balanced and C9 merchandise

Interested? Apply online (8) ______ pink.com/careers or in store.

WE’RE HIRING

Come join our team

Team members

Help us create (6) ______ great shopping experience for our guests

Help us keep the store looking great, clean and (7) ______

Assist guests on their Target run

Benefits

Market competitive pay

A variety of schedules offered

10% discount at Target and Target.com + 20% off fruits and veggies, Simply Balanced and C9 merchandise

Interested? Apply online (8) ______ pink.com/careers or in store.

EMPLOYEE POLICY ANNOUNCEMENT

H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu) Information

As you are likely aware, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has confirmed a growing number of H1N1 flu cases in the U.S.

(9) ______ you have flu symptoms, please contact your health care provider immediately. We recommend that any staff or faculty member with flu-like symptoms remain home until symptom-free (no fever for 24 hours). Please contact Human Resources at 617-879-2193 if you, or a member of your family, (10) ______ for flu. Normal sick leave policies will apply.

Symptoms of H1N1 flu are similar to regular flu and include:

Sudden fever over 40 degrees

Cough, sore throat, muscle aches, headache, chills, fatigue, and general weakness

These symptoms can range from mild to severe and may cause a worsening or underlying chronic medical (11) ______.

EMPLOYEE POLICY ANNOUNCEMENT

H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu) Information

As you are likely aware, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has confirmed a growing number of H1N1 flu cases in the U.S.

(9) ______ you have flu symptoms, please contact your health care provider immediately. We recommend that any staff or faculty member with flu-like symptoms remain home until symptom-free (no fever for 24 hours). Please contact Human Resources at 617-879-2193 if you, or a member of your family, (10) ______ for flu. Normal sick leave policies will apply.

Symptoms of H1N1 flu are similar to regular flu and include:

Sudden fever over 40 degrees

Cough, sore throat, muscle aches, headache, chills, fatigue, and general weakness

These symptoms can range from mild to severe and may cause a worsening or underlying chronic medical (11) ______.

EMPLOYEE POLICY ANNOUNCEMENT

H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu) Information

As you are likely aware, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has confirmed a growing number of H1N1 flu cases in the U.S.

(9) ______ you have flu symptoms, please contact your health care provider immediately. We recommend that any staff or faculty member with flu-like symptoms remain home until symptom-free (no fever for 24 hours). Please contact Human Resources at 617-879-2193 if you, or a member of your family, (10) ______ for flu. Normal sick leave policies will apply.

Symptoms of H1N1 flu are similar to regular flu and include:

Sudden fever over 40 degrees

Cough, sore throat, muscle aches, headache, chills, fatigue, and general weakness

These symptoms can range from mild to severe and may cause a worsening or underlying chronic medical (11) ______.

ARE YOU READY TO BECOME AN INTERNATIONAL UN VOLUNTEER?

The minimum age to serve as an international UN Volunteer is 18 years old.

You can contribute your time, skills and knowledge through volunteering with the UN.
This is (28) ______ opportunity to create a positive impact and be a (29) ______ force for achieving peace and development.
Make a difference to the lives of many!

The registration process follows a few simple steps, all of which (30) ______ before you can apply for onsite or online volunteering assignments.

In order to apply for assignments, candidates need to register in our Global Talent Pool.

ARE YOU READY TO BECOME AN INTERNATIONAL UN VOLUNTEER?

The minimum age to serve as an international UN Volunteer is 18 years old.

You can contribute your time, skills and knowledge through volunteering with the UN.
This is (28) ______ opportunity to create a positive impact and be a (29) ______ force for achieving peace and development.
Make a difference to the lives of many!

The registration process follows a few simple steps, all of which (30) ______ before you can apply for onsite or online volunteering assignments.

In order to apply for assignments, candidates need to register in our Global Talent Pool.

ARE YOU READY TO BECOME AN INTERNATIONAL UN VOLUNTEER?

The minimum age to serve as an international UN Volunteer is 18 years old.

You can contribute your time, skills and knowledge through volunteering with the UN.
This is (28) ______ opportunity to create a positive impact and be a (29) ______ force for achieving peace and development.
Make a difference to the lives of many!

The registration process follows a few simple steps, all of which (30) ______ before you can apply for onsite or online volunteering assignments.

In order to apply for assignments, candidates need to register in our Global Talent Pool.

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REQUIREMENTS:

Experienced in marketing, communications or related fields.

Knowledge of current marketing trends, techniques and best practices.

Ability (31) ______ develop and (32) ______ marketing plans and strategies.

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JOB – MARKETING STAFF

REQUIREMENTS:

Experienced in marketing, communications or related fields.

Knowledge of current marketing trends, techniques and best practices.

Ability (31) ______ develop and (32) ______ marketing plans and strategies.

APPLY NOW
(33) ______ you be ready, please send us at email address: hello@reallygreatsite.com

JOB – MARKETING STAFF

REQUIREMENTS:

Experienced in marketing, communications or related fields.

Knowledge of current marketing trends, techniques and best practices.

Ability (31) ______ develop and (32) ______ marketing plans and strategies.

APPLY NOW
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Reading 3: cloze test
PASSAGE 1

Did you know that on average we forget about 80% of the medical information a doctor might give us? This fascinating information (1) ______ to light as a result of a study carried out by Utrecht University. What is even more interesting is that almost half of what we think we remember is wrong.

Why do you think this is? Well, it’s not as complicated as you may think. You see, going to the doctor fills most people (2) ______ anxiety and when we are really nervous and stressed we are more likely to focus on the diagnosis rather than the treatment. Therefore, we know what is wrong with us but have no idea what to do about it.

Here are some good tips to (3) ______ in mind when seeing a doctor. Always write down any important information.

What would be even better is if your doctor agreed, to record your (4) ______. This way, you can replay the advice at home, where you are more likely to absorb it. If you believe the situation is serious or you’re really worried, seek the help of a family member.

Just ask them (5) ______ you to listen in. This way you can be absolutely sure about what the doctor has told you and avoid falling into the same trap that most people do.

(Source: http://www.iu.edu.sa/uploads/files)

Nuts could be the key to keeping slim, according to new research. Scientists from Harvard University and Harvard Medical School say that replacing and unhealthy snack with half a daily ______ (1) of nuts could slow weight gain in people as they get older.

Walnuts ______ (2) particular appeared to offer good results and were linked to a 15% lower risk of obesity.

Researchers conducted a long-term study which followed 51,529 male health professionals aged 40 to 75, 121,700 nurses aged 35 to 55 and 16,686 nurses aged 24 to 44. Participants had their weight ______ (3) every four years and were asked how often they had eaten nuts. They also had to report their exercise every two years.

The findings, ______ (4) in the online journal BMJ Nutrition, Prevention and Health, showed that increasing nut consumption was associated with less risk of putting on two or more kilos over a four-year period.

However, the researchers say the study is ______ (5) and therefore cannot establish a definite cause.