KT T.A 12 SO 1

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A: MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS:
Questions 1: Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from that of the others.
A, nursery B, precede C, kindergarten D, argument
Questions 2: Choose the word whose main stress is placed differently from the others.
A, compulsory B, supportive C, sacrifice D, secure
Questions 3 – 7: Read the following passage and then choose the best answer to the questions by circling the corresponding letter A, B, C or D
Instructors at American colleges and universities use many different teaching methods. Some instructors give assignments every day. They grade homework. Students in their classes have to take many quizzes, a midterm exam, and a final test. Other instructors only give writing assignments. Some teachers always follow a course outline and usually use the text book. Others send students to the library for assignments.
The atmosphere in some classrooms is very formal. Students call their instructors “Professor Smith,” “Mrs. Jones,” and so on. Some teachers wear business clothes and give lectures. Other classrooms have an informal atmosphere. Students and teachers discuss their ideas. Instructors dress formally, and students call them by their first names. American teachers are not alike in their teaching styles.
At most American colleges and universities, facilities for learning and recreation are available to students. Students can often use type-writers, tape recorders, video machines and computers at libraries and learning centers. They can buy books, notebooks and other things at campus stores. They can get advice on their problems from counselors and individual help with their classes from tutors. Students can relax and have fun on campus, too. Some schools have swimming pools and tennis courts. Most have snack bars or cafeterias.
3. What is the first paragraph about?
A, ways of using text book B, ways of giving assignments
C, ways of teaching D, ways of taking an exam
4. Which of the following statements is true?
A, American students can call their teachers by their first name.
B, The atmosphere in the American classrooms is always relaxed and friendly.
C, American teachers do not dress formally.
D, The atmosphere in American classrooms is always formal.
5. What does the word “business clothes” in the paragraph 2 mean?
A, clothes that only business people wear B, trendy clothes
C, casual clothes D, formal clothes
6. What can’t students do at most American colleges and universities?
A, bring the computers at the libraries home B, ask their counselors and tutors for advice
C, use the computers that are linked to the libraries D, have tutors and counselors solved the problems
7. Which of the following statements is false about school in America?
A, they are well – equipped. B, they have stores on campus.
C, they have no recreation facilities. D, they offer sports and leisure facilities for students.
Question 8 -14: Circle A, B, C or D to choose the most suitable form of the words to complete the following passage:
There are many ways of communication without using ……(8)…………. Signals, sign, symbols and gestures may be found in every known culture. The basic function of a signal is to impinge upon the environment in such a way that it attracts ……….(9)……., as for example, the dots and dashes of a telegraph circuit. Codes refer to speech, the potential for ……..(10)……. is very great. While less adaptable to the codification of words, signs contain greater …….(11)…... in and of themselves. A stop sign for a barber pole conveys meaning quickly and …….(12)…... …….(13)…… are difficult to describe than other signals or signs because of their intricate relationship with the receiver’s cultural perceptions. In some cultures, applauding in a theatre provides performers with an auditory symbol of approval. Gestures such as waving and handshaking also ……(14)….. certain cultural messages.
8. A, speech B, speaking C, words D, pictures
9. A, attraction B, attention C, situation D, expression
10. A, communicative B. communicating C, communication D, communicator
11. A, meaning B, education C, language D, notice
12. A, conveniently B, convenience C, convenient D, conveniencing
13. A, gestures B, symbols C, postures D, body languages
14. A, express B,