Đề thi HK1 Tiếng Anh 12 - Đề số 3
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- 1Một đáp án · B1
Listen to a talk about urbanisation and decide whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F).
1. The talk is about the effects of and solutions for urbanisation.
Nghe - 2Một đáp án · B1
Listen to a talk about urbanisation and decide whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F).
2. The most important reason for urbanisation is economic expansion.
Nghe - 3Một đáp án · B1
Listen to a talk about urbanisation and decide whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F).
3. People get better jobs and healthcare in big cities.
Nghe - 4Một đáp án · B1
Listen to a talk about urbanisation and decide whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F).
4. The most serious environmental effect to people in cities is noise pollution.
Nghe - 5Một đáp án · B1
Listen to a talk about urbanisation and decide whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F).
5. The speaker will probably talk about the future of urbanisation in the next part.
Nghe - 6Một đáp án · B1
Listen to a talk show and mark the letter A, B, or C to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
What is the talk show mainly about?
Nghe - 7Một đáp án · B1
Listen to a talk show and mark the letter A, B, or C to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
What happens when people are exposed to a different culture?
Nghe - 8Một đáp án · B1
Listen to a talk show and mark the letter A, B, or C to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
What is mentioned as the main reason for discrimination?
Nghe - 9Một đáp án · B1
Listen to a talk show and mark the letter A, B, or C to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Before we can learn from people from other cultures, we need to __________.
Nghe - 10Một đáp án · B1
Listen to a talk show and mark the letter A, B, or C to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
According to Mrs. Samathan, how does cultural diversity make a country more fascinating?
Nghe - 11Một đáp án · B1
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
How many of us will have our jobs taken over by robots? A 2018 British Academy and Royal Society report found that around 1/3 of UK jobs are highly automatable, meaning they could soon be (1) ________ of being replaced by robots. Manufacturing (2) ________ the brunt of this development; fast food preparation, admin and accountancy jobs are next in line, according to the report, while (3) ________ vehicles will eventually take over the role of human drivers.
Dr. Luke Martinelli, (4) ________ policy researcher at the University of Bath, says that looking back at history indicates we aren't expected to lose all of our jobs. This scenario was already forecast in the 19th century and reiterated in the 1930s, (5) ________ happen. "So there's a view that humans will always have work - we'll just do different things," says Martinelli, suggesting jobs that require imagination and interpersonal skills, faculties unique to human beings, will be safe. But many worry that robots will eventually outsmart us and be able to do just anything. On the creative front, (6) ________ , Al-powered software is already churning out paintings, sculptures, music and even film trailers that are indistinguishable from human art.
(Adapted from https://www.sciencefocus.com/future-technology/what-if-robots-took-our-jobs)
- 12Một đáp án · B1
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
How many of us will have our jobs taken over by robots? A 2018 British Academy and Royal Society report found that around 1/3 of UK jobs are highly automatable, meaning they could soon be (1) ________ of being replaced by robots. Manufacturing (2) ________ the brunt of this development; fast food preparation, admin and accountancy jobs are next in line, according to the report, while (3) ________ vehicles will eventually take over the role of human drivers.
Dr. Luke Martinelli, (4) ________ policy researcher at the University of Bath, says that looking back at history indicates we aren't expected to lose all of our jobs. This scenario was already forecast in the 19th century and reiterated in the 1930s, (5) ________ happen. "So there's a view that humans will always have work - we'll just do different things," says Martinelli, suggesting jobs that require imagination and interpersonal skills, faculties unique to human beings, will be safe. But many worry that robots will eventually outsmart us and be able to do just anything. On the creative front, (6) ________ , Al-powered software is already churning out paintings, sculptures, music and even film trailers that are indistinguishable from human art.
(Adapted from https://www.sciencefocus.com/future-technology/what-if-robots-took-our-jobs)
- 13Một đáp án · B1
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
How many of us will have our jobs taken over by robots? A 2018 British Academy and Royal Society report found that around 1/3 of UK jobs are highly automatable, meaning they could soon be (1) ________ of being replaced by robots. Manufacturing (2) ________ the brunt of this development; fast food preparation, admin and accountancy jobs are next in line, according to the report, while (3) ________ vehicles will eventually take over the role of human drivers.
Dr. Luke Martinelli, (4) ________ policy researcher at the University of Bath, says that looking back at history indicates we aren't expected to lose all of our jobs. This scenario was already forecast in the 19th century and reiterated in the 1930s, (5) ________ happen. "So there's a view that humans will always have work - we'll just do different things," says Martinelli, suggesting jobs that require imagination and interpersonal skills, faculties unique to human beings, will be safe. But many worry that robots will eventually outsmart us and be able to do just anything. On the creative front, (6) ________ , Al-powered software is already churning out paintings, sculptures, music and even film trailers that are indistinguishable from human art.
(Adapted from https://www.sciencefocus.com/future-technology/what-if-robots-took-our-jobs)
- 14Một đáp án · B1
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
How many of us will have our jobs taken over by robots? A 2018 British Academy and Royal Society report found that around 1/3 of UK jobs are highly automatable, meaning they could soon be (1) ________ of being replaced by robots. Manufacturing (2) ________ the brunt of this development; fast food preparation, admin and accountancy jobs are next in line, according to the report, while (3) ________ vehicles will eventually take over the role of human drivers.
Dr. Luke Martinelli, (4) ________ policy researcher at the University of Bath, says that looking back at history indicates we aren't expected to lose all of our jobs. This scenario was already forecast in the 19th century and reiterated in the 1930s, (5) ________ happen. "So there's a view that humans will always have work - we'll just do different things," says Martinelli, suggesting jobs that require imagination and interpersonal skills, faculties unique to human beings, will be safe. But many worry that robots will eventually outsmart us and be able to do just anything. On the creative front, (6) ________ , Al-powered software is already churning out paintings, sculptures, music and even film trailers that are indistinguishable from human art.
(Adapted from https://www.sciencefocus.com/future-technology/what-if-robots-took-our-jobs)
- 15Một đáp án · B1
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
How many of us will have our jobs taken over by robots? A 2018 British Academy and Royal Society report found that around 1/3 of UK jobs are highly automatable, meaning they could soon be (1) ________ of being replaced by robots. Manufacturing (2) ________ the brunt of this development; fast food preparation, admin and accountancy jobs are next in line, according to the report, while (3) ________ vehicles will eventually take over the role of human drivers.
Dr. Luke Martinelli, (4) ________ policy researcher at the University of Bath, says that looking back at history indicates we aren't expected to lose all of our jobs. This scenario was already forecast in the 19th century and reiterated in the 1930s, (5) ________ happen. "So there's a view that humans will always have work - we'll just do different things," says Martinelli, suggesting jobs that require imagination and interpersonal skills, faculties unique to human beings, will be safe. But many worry that robots will eventually outsmart us and be able to do just anything. On the creative front, (6) ________ , Al-powered software is already churning out paintings, sculptures, music and even film trailers that are indistinguishable from human art.
(Adapted from https://www.sciencefocus.com/future-technology/what-if-robots-took-our-jobs)
- 16Một đáp án · B1
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
How many of us will have our jobs taken over by robots? A 2018 British Academy and Royal Society report found that around 1/3 of UK jobs are highly automatable, meaning they could soon be (1) ________ of being replaced by robots. Manufacturing (2) ________ the brunt of this development; fast food preparation, admin and accountancy jobs are next in line, according to the report, while (3) ________ vehicles will eventually take over the role of human drivers.
Dr. Luke Martinelli, (4) ________ policy researcher at the University of Bath, says that looking back at history indicates we aren't expected to lose all of our jobs. This scenario was already forecast in the 19th century and reiterated in the 1930s, (5) ________ happen. "So there's a view that humans will always have work - we'll just do different things," says Martinelli, suggesting jobs that require imagination and interpersonal skills, faculties unique to human beings, will be safe. But many worry that robots will eventually outsmart us and be able to do just anything. On the creative front, (6) ________ , Al-powered software is already churning out paintings, sculptures, music and even film trailers that are indistinguishable from human art.
(Adapted from https://www.sciencefocus.com/future-technology/what-if-robots-took-our-jobs)
- 17Một đáp án · B1
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Taylor Swift is a household name, a global phenomenon, and an icon of our time. (1) ________ , Taylor Alison Swift has grown from a young, aspiring country singer into one of the most influential figures in the music industry. With her charismatic mix of talent, relatability, and authenticity, Swift has left an indelible mark on the world of music and popular culture.
Taylor Swift grew up on a Christmas tree farm. (2) ________ . At just 14 years old, Swift made the first move by relocating to Nashville, Tennessee, the heart of country music, to pursue her musical career. In 2006, she released her self-titled debut album, (3) ________ . The album's success marked the beginning of a remarkable journey, and it earned her widespread recognition as a rising star in the country music scene.
Swift's musical evolution continued with her 2008 album, "Fearless," which won her four Grammy Awards. (4) ________ . Over the next few years, she released several albums that further cemented her reputation in the world of pop music. "Speak Now," "Red," "1989," and "Reputation" showcased her growth as an artist, as she experimented with different musical styles and themes. "1989," in particular, was a game-changer for Swift. It saw her fully embrace pop music, (5) ________ .
Beyond her music, Taylor Swift has leveraged her fame and influence to advocate for various social and political causes. In recent years, she has become a prominent voice for feminism, LGBTQ+ rights, and voter engagement.
(Adapted from https://www.coursesidekick.com/arts-humanities/3910842)
- 18Một đáp án · B1
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Taylor Swift is a household name, a global phenomenon, and an icon of our time. (1) ________ , Taylor Alison Swift has grown from a young, aspiring country singer into one of the most influential figures in the music industry. With her charismatic mix of talent, relatability, and authenticity, Swift has left an indelible mark on the world of music and popular culture.
Taylor Swift grew up on a Christmas tree farm. (2) ________ . At just 14 years old, Swift made the first move by relocating to Nashville, Tennessee, the heart of country music, to pursue her musical career. In 2006, she released her self-titled debut album, (3) ________ . The album's success marked the beginning of a remarkable journey, and it earned her widespread recognition as a rising star in the country music scene.
Swift's musical evolution continued with her 2008 album, "Fearless," which won her four Grammy Awards. (4) ________ . Over the next few years, she released several albums that further cemented her reputation in the world of pop music. "Speak Now," "Red," "1989," and "Reputation" showcased her growth as an artist, as she experimented with different musical styles and themes. "1989," in particular, was a game-changer for Swift. It saw her fully embrace pop music, (5) ________ .
Beyond her music, Taylor Swift has leveraged her fame and influence to advocate for various social and political causes. In recent years, she has become a prominent voice for feminism, LGBTQ+ rights, and voter engagement.
(Adapted from https://www.coursesidekick.com/arts-humanities/3910842)
- 19Một đáp án · B1
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Taylor Swift is a household name, a global phenomenon, and an icon of our time. (1) ________ , Taylor Alison Swift has grown from a young, aspiring country singer into one of the most influential figures in the music industry. With her charismatic mix of talent, relatability, and authenticity, Swift has left an indelible mark on the world of music and popular culture.
Taylor Swift grew up on a Christmas tree farm. (2) ________ . At just 14 years old, Swift made the first move by relocating to Nashville, Tennessee, the heart of country music, to pursue her musical career. In 2006, she released her self-titled debut album, (3) ________ . The album's success marked the beginning of a remarkable journey, and it earned her widespread recognition as a rising star in the country music scene.
Swift's musical evolution continued with her 2008 album, "Fearless," which won her four Grammy Awards. (4) ________ . Over the next few years, she released several albums that further cemented her reputation in the world of pop music. "Speak Now," "Red," "1989," and "Reputation" showcased her growth as an artist, as she experimented with different musical styles and themes. "1989," in particular, was a game-changer for Swift. It saw her fully embrace pop music, (5) ________ .
Beyond her music, Taylor Swift has leveraged her fame and influence to advocate for various social and political causes. In recent years, she has become a prominent voice for feminism, LGBTQ+ rights, and voter engagement.
(Adapted from https://www.coursesidekick.com/arts-humanities/3910842)
- 20Một đáp án · B1
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Taylor Swift is a household name, a global phenomenon, and an icon of our time. (1) ________ , Taylor Alison Swift has grown from a young, aspiring country singer into one of the most influential figures in the music industry. With her charismatic mix of talent, relatability, and authenticity, Swift has left an indelible mark on the world of music and popular culture.
Taylor Swift grew up on a Christmas tree farm. (2) ________ . At just 14 years old, Swift made the first move by relocating to Nashville, Tennessee, the heart of country music, to pursue her musical career. In 2006, she released her self-titled debut album, (3) ________ . The album's success marked the beginning of a remarkable journey, and it earned her widespread recognition as a rising star in the country music scene.
Swift's musical evolution continued with her 2008 album, "Fearless," which won her four Grammy Awards. (4) ________ . Over the next few years, she released several albums that further cemented her reputation in the world of pop music. "Speak Now," "Red," "1989," and "Reputation" showcased her growth as an artist, as she experimented with different musical styles and themes. "1989," in particular, was a game-changer for Swift. It saw her fully embrace pop music, (5) ________ .
Beyond her music, Taylor Swift has leveraged her fame and influence to advocate for various social and political causes. In recent years, she has become a prominent voice for feminism, LGBTQ+ rights, and voter engagement.
(Adapted from https://www.coursesidekick.com/arts-humanities/3910842)
- 21Một đáp án · B1
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Taylor Swift is a household name, a global phenomenon, and an icon of our time. (1) ________ , Taylor Alison Swift has grown from a young, aspiring country singer into one of the most influential figures in the music industry. With her charismatic mix of talent, relatability, and authenticity, Swift has left an indelible mark on the world of music and popular culture.
Taylor Swift grew up on a Christmas tree farm. (2) ________ . At just 14 years old, Swift made the first move by relocating to Nashville, Tennessee, the heart of country music, to pursue her musical career. In 2006, she released her self-titled debut album, (3) ________ . The album's success marked the beginning of a remarkable journey, and it earned her widespread recognition as a rising star in the country music scene.
Swift's musical evolution continued with her 2008 album, "Fearless," which won her four Grammy Awards. (4) ________ . Over the next few years, she released several albums that further cemented her reputation in the world of pop music. "Speak Now," "Red," "1989," and "Reputation" showcased her growth as an artist, as she experimented with different musical styles and themes. "1989," in particular, was a game-changer for Swift. It saw her fully embrace pop music, (5) ________ .
Beyond her music, Taylor Swift has leveraged her fame and influence to advocate for various social and political causes. In recent years, she has become a prominent voice for feminism, LGBTQ+ rights, and voter engagement.
(Adapted from https://www.coursesidekick.com/arts-humanities/3910842)
- 22Một đáp án · B1
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
We hear it all the time: People who are over 50 take longer to find jobs than younger people. Connie Wanberg, a professor at the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota, had long heard gloom-and-doom stories to that effect, but she wondered how strong the data was to support them.
Very, as it turned out. According to a study by Professor Wanberg and others, job seekers over 50 were unemployed 5.8 weeks longer than those from the ages of 30 to 49. That number rose to 10.6 weeks when the comparison group was from 20 to 29. Professor Wanberg and three other researchers - Darla J. Hamann, Ruth Kanfer and Zhen Zhang - arrived at those numbers by analyzing and synthesizing hundreds of studies by economists, sociologists and psychologists.
But it is important not to jump to conclusions about the cause, Professor Wanberg said. "It's not very unusual for everybody to think that the reason for the difficulty in finding jobs at 50s is discrimination," she said. That can sometimes be the case, but the reality is that the behavior required to find work does not play to many 15 older people's strengths. Once they become aware of this, they can act to compensate. In their study, the researchers found that older people on average had smaller social networks than younger people, Professor Wanberg said. This is not necessarily bad as we age, many of us find that the quality of our relationships is more important than the quantity. But in the job search process, the number of connections we maintain in our professional and personal networks is often critical. As people age, they also tend to stay in the same job longer, consistent with a pattern of wanting to put down roots. During that time, the skills people have learned and the job search strategies they once used may become outdated especially as technology evolves ever more quickly.
The cure for these drawbacks is fairly straightforward. Once you hit your early 40s, even if you are not looking for a job, work to learn new skills and stretch yourself, Professor Wanberg said. Also, keep your networks strong by staying in touch with former colleagues and classmates, along with current co-workers and clients whom you don't see regularly, she said.
Finding a job after 50 doesn't have to be as discouraging as it is often portrayed to be, Professor Wanberg
said. Just recognize that some of the obstacles you face are inherent to the aging process, she said. She stressed that her findings reflected only averages and that individual behavior varies greatly. Certainly, many older people maintain wide social circles and often learn skills. But in general, older job seekers must take more steps to find employment than younger ones, she said. Once older workers do find a new employer, they can use their knowledge, wisdom and emotional intelligence - qualities that older people often possess in abundance -to thrive in their new positions.
The word "gloom-and-doom" in the first paragraph could be best replaced by _________.
- 23Một đáp án · B1
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
We hear it all the time: People who are over 50 take longer to find jobs than younger people. Connie Wanberg, a professor at the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota, had long heard gloom-and-doom stories to that effect, but she wondered how strong the data was to support them.
Very, as it turned out. According to a study by Professor Wanberg and others, job seekers over 50 were unemployed 5.8 weeks longer than those from the ages of 30 to 49. That number rose to 10.6 weeks when the comparison group was from 20 to 29. Professor Wanberg and three other researchers - Darla J. Hamann, Ruth Kanfer and Zhen Zhang - arrived at those numbers by analyzing and synthesizing hundreds of studies by economists, sociologists and psychologists.
But it is important not to jump to conclusions about the cause, Professor Wanberg said. "It's not very unusual for everybody to think that the reason for the difficulty in finding jobs at 50s is discrimination," she said. That can sometimes be the case, but the reality is that the behavior required to find work does not play to many 15 older people's strengths. Once they become aware of this, they can act to compensate. In their study, the researchers found that older people on average had smaller social networks than younger people, Professor Wanberg said. This is not necessarily bad as we age, many of us find that the quality of our relationships is more important than the quantity. But in the job search process, the number of connections we maintain in our professional and personal networks is often critical. As people age, they also tend to stay in the same job longer, consistent with a pattern of wanting to put down roots. During that time, the skills people have learned and the job search strategies they once used may become outdated especially as technology evolves ever more quickly.
The cure for these drawbacks is fairly straightforward. Once you hit your early 40s, even if you are not looking for a job, work to learn new skills and stretch yourself, Professor Wanberg said. Also, keep your networks strong by staying in touch with former colleagues and classmates, along with current co-workers and clients whom you don't see regularly, she said.
Finding a job after 50 doesn't have to be as discouraging as it is often portrayed to be, Professor Wanberg
said. Just recognize that some of the obstacles you face are inherent to the aging process, she said. She stressed that her findings reflected only averages and that individual behavior varies greatly. Certainly, many older people maintain wide social circles and often learn skills. But in general, older job seekers must take more steps to find employment than younger ones, she said. Once older workers do find a new employer, they can use their knowledge, wisdom and emotional intelligence - qualities that older people often possess in abundance -to thrive in their new positions.
According to the study, which age group has the least unemployed time?
- 24Một đáp án · B1
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
We hear it all the time: People who are over 50 take longer to find jobs than younger people. Connie Wanberg, a professor at the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota, had long heard gloom-and-doom stories to that effect, but she wondered how strong the data was to support them.
Very, as it turned out. According to a study by Professor Wanberg and others, job seekers over 50 were unemployed 5.8 weeks longer than those from the ages of 30 to 49. That number rose to 10.6 weeks when the comparison group was from 20 to 29. Professor Wanberg and three other researchers - Darla J. Hamann, Ruth Kanfer and Zhen Zhang - arrived at those numbers by analyzing and synthesizing hundreds of studies by economists, sociologists and psychologists.
But it is important not to jump to conclusions about the cause, Professor Wanberg said. "It's not very unusual for everybody to think that the reason for the difficulty in finding jobs at 50s is discrimination," she said. That can sometimes be the case, but the reality is that the behavior required to find work does not play to many 15 older people's strengths. Once they become aware of this, they can act to compensate. In their study, the researchers found that older people on average had smaller social networks than younger people, Professor Wanberg said. This is not necessarily bad as we age, many of us find that the quality of our relationships is more important than the quantity. But in the job search process, the number of connections we maintain in our professional and personal networks is often critical. As people age, they also tend to stay in the same job longer, consistent with a pattern of wanting to put down roots. During that time, the skills people have learned and the job search strategies they once used may become outdated especially as technology evolves ever more quickly.
The cure for these drawbacks is fairly straightforward. Once you hit your early 40s, even if you are not looking for a job, work to learn new skills and stretch yourself, Professor Wanberg said. Also, keep your networks strong by staying in touch with former colleagues and classmates, along with current co-workers and clients whom you don't see regularly, she said.
Finding a job after 50 doesn't have to be as discouraging as it is often portrayed to be, Professor Wanberg
said. Just recognize that some of the obstacles you face are inherent to the aging process, she said. She stressed that her findings reflected only averages and that individual behavior varies greatly. Certainly, many older people maintain wide social circles and often learn skills. But in general, older job seekers must take more steps to find employment than younger ones, she said. Once older workers do find a new employer, they can use their knowledge, wisdom and emotional intelligence - qualities that older people often possess in abundance -to thrive in their new positions.
In the third paragraph, what best paraphrases the sentence "It's not very unusual for everybody to think that the reason for the difficulty in finding jobs at 50s is discrimination"?
- 25Một đáp án · B1
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
We hear it all the time: People who are over 50 take longer to find jobs than younger people. Connie Wanberg, a professor at the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota, had long heard gloom-and-doom stories to that effect, but she wondered how strong the data was to support them.
Very, as it turned out. According to a study by Professor Wanberg and others, job seekers over 50 were unemployed 5.8 weeks longer than those from the ages of 30 to 49. That number rose to 10.6 weeks when the comparison group was from 20 to 29. Professor Wanberg and three other researchers - Darla J. Hamann, Ruth Kanfer and Zhen Zhang - arrived at those numbers by analyzing and synthesizing hundreds of studies by economists, sociologists and psychologists.
But it is important not to jump to conclusions about the cause, Professor Wanberg said. "It's not very unusual for everybody to think that the reason for the difficulty in finding jobs at 50s is discrimination," she said. That can sometimes be the case, but the reality is that the behavior required to find work does not play to many 15 older people's strengths. Once they become aware of this, they can act to compensate. In their study, the researchers found that older people on average had smaller social networks than younger people, Professor Wanberg said. This is not necessarily bad as we age, many of us find that the quality of our relationships is more important than the quantity. But in the job search process, the number of connections we maintain in our professional and personal networks is often critical. As people age, they also tend to stay in the same job longer, consistent with a pattern of wanting to put down roots. During that time, the skills people have learned and the job search strategies they once used may become outdated especially as technology evolves ever more quickly.
The cure for these drawbacks is fairly straightforward. Once you hit your early 40s, even if you are not looking for a job, work to learn new skills and stretch yourself, Professor Wanberg said. Also, keep your networks strong by staying in touch with former colleagues and classmates, along with current co-workers and clients whom you don't see regularly, she said.
Finding a job after 50 doesn't have to be as discouraging as it is often portrayed to be, Professor Wanberg
said. Just recognize that some of the obstacles you face are inherent to the aging process, she said. She stressed that her findings reflected only averages and that individual behavior varies greatly. Certainly, many older people maintain wide social circles and often learn skills. But in general, older job seekers must take more steps to find employment than younger ones, she said. Once older workers do find a new employer, they can use their knowledge, wisdom and emotional intelligence - qualities that older people often possess in abundance -to thrive in their new positions.
The word "their" in paragraph 4 refers to __________.
- 26Một đáp án · B1
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
We hear it all the time: People who are over 50 take longer to find jobs than younger people. Connie Wanberg, a professor at the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota, had long heard gloom-and-doom stories to that effect, but she wondered how strong the data was to support them.
Very, as it turned out. According to a study by Professor Wanberg and others, job seekers over 50 were unemployed 5.8 weeks longer than those from the ages of 30 to 49. That number rose to 10.6 weeks when the comparison group was from 20 to 29. Professor Wanberg and three other researchers - Darla J. Hamann, Ruth Kanfer and Zhen Zhang - arrived at those numbers by analyzing and synthesizing hundreds of studies by economists, sociologists and psychologists.
But it is important not to jump to conclusions about the cause, Professor Wanberg said. "It's not very unusual for everybody to think that the reason for the difficulty in finding jobs at 50s is discrimination," she said. That can sometimes be the case, but the reality is that the behavior required to find work does not play to many 15 older people's strengths. Once they become aware of this, they can act to compensate. In their study, the researchers found that older people on average had smaller social networks than younger people, Professor Wanberg said. This is not necessarily bad as we age, many of us find that the quality of our relationships is more important than the quantity. But in the job search process, the number of connections we maintain in our professional and personal networks is often critical. As people age, they also tend to stay in the same job longer, consistent with a pattern of wanting to put down roots. During that time, the skills people have learned and the job search strategies they once used may become outdated especially as technology evolves ever more quickly.
The cure for these drawbacks is fairly straightforward. Once you hit your early 40s, even if you are not looking for a job, work to learn new skills and stretch yourself, Professor Wanberg said. Also, keep your networks strong by staying in touch with former colleagues and classmates, along with current co-workers and clients whom you don't see regularly, she said.
Finding a job after 50 doesn't have to be as discouraging as it is often portrayed to be, Professor Wanberg
said. Just recognize that some of the obstacles you face are inherent to the aging process, she said. She stressed that her findings reflected only averages and that individual behavior varies greatly. Certainly, many older people maintain wide social circles and often learn skills. But in general, older job seekers must take more steps to find employment than younger ones, she said. Once older workers do find a new employer, they can use their knowledge, wisdom and emotional intelligence - qualities that older people often possess in abundance -to thrive in their new positions.
The word "critical" in paragraph 4 could be best replaced by _________.
- 27Một đáp án · B1
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
We hear it all the time: People who are over 50 take longer to find jobs than younger people. Connie Wanberg, a professor at the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota, had long heard gloom-and-doom stories to that effect, but she wondered how strong the data was to support them.
Very, as it turned out. According to a study by Professor Wanberg and others, job seekers over 50 were unemployed 5.8 weeks longer than those from the ages of 30 to 49. That number rose to 10.6 weeks when the comparison group was from 20 to 29. Professor Wanberg and three other researchers - Darla J. Hamann, Ruth Kanfer and Zhen Zhang - arrived at those numbers by analyzing and synthesizing hundreds of studies by economists, sociologists and psychologists.
But it is important not to jump to conclusions about the cause, Professor Wanberg said. "It's not very unusual for everybody to think that the reason for the difficulty in finding jobs at 50s is discrimination," she said. That can sometimes be the case, but the reality is that the behavior required to find work does not play to many 15 older people's strengths. Once they become aware of this, they can act to compensate. In their study, the researchers found that older people on average had smaller social networks than younger people, Professor Wanberg said. This is not necessarily bad as we age, many of us find that the quality of our relationships is more important than the quantity. But in the job search process, the number of connections we maintain in our professional and personal networks is often critical. As people age, they also tend to stay in the same job longer, consistent with a pattern of wanting to put down roots. During that time, the skills people have learned and the job search strategies they once used may become outdated especially as technology evolves ever more quickly.
The cure for these drawbacks is fairly straightforward. Once you hit your early 40s, even if you are not looking for a job, work to learn new skills and stretch yourself, Professor Wanberg said. Also, keep your networks strong by staying in touch with former colleagues and classmates, along with current co-workers and clients whom you don't see regularly, she said.
Finding a job after 50 doesn't have to be as discouraging as it is often portrayed to be, Professor Wanberg
said. Just recognize that some of the obstacles you face are inherent to the aging process, she said. She stressed that her findings reflected only averages and that individual behavior varies greatly. Certainly, many older people maintain wide social circles and often learn skills. But in general, older job seekers must take more steps to find employment than younger ones, she said. Once older workers do find a new employer, they can use their knowledge, wisdom and emotional intelligence - qualities that older people often possess in abundance -to thrive in their new positions.
What advice does Professor Wanberg give to over 50 year-old job seekers when they are still at early 40s?
- 28Một đáp án · B1
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
We hear it all the time: People who are over 50 take longer to find jobs than younger people. Connie Wanberg, a professor at the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota, had long heard gloom-and-doom stories to that effect, but she wondered how strong the data was to support them.
Very, as it turned out. According to a study by Professor Wanberg and others, job seekers over 50 were unemployed 5.8 weeks longer than those from the ages of 30 to 49. That number rose to 10.6 weeks when the comparison group was from 20 to 29. Professor Wanberg and three other researchers - Darla J. Hamann, Ruth Kanfer and Zhen Zhang - arrived at those numbers by analyzing and synthesizing hundreds of studies by economists, sociologists and psychologists.
But it is important not to jump to conclusions about the cause, Professor Wanberg said. "It's not very unusual for everybody to think that the reason for the difficulty in finding jobs at 50s is discrimination," she said. That can sometimes be the case, but the reality is that the behavior required to find work does not play to many 15 older people's strengths. Once they become aware of this, they can act to compensate. In their study, the researchers found that older people on average had smaller social networks than younger people, Professor Wanberg said. This is not necessarily bad as we age, many of us find that the quality of our relationships is more important than the quantity. But in the job search process, the number of connections we maintain in our professional and personal networks is often critical. As people age, they also tend to stay in the same job longer, consistent with a pattern of wanting to put down roots. During that time, the skills people have learned and the job search strategies they once used may become outdated especially as technology evolves ever more quickly.
The cure for these drawbacks is fairly straightforward. Once you hit your early 40s, even if you are not looking for a job, work to learn new skills and stretch yourself, Professor Wanberg said. Also, keep your networks strong by staying in touch with former colleagues and classmates, along with current co-workers and clients whom you don't see regularly, she said.
Finding a job after 50 doesn't have to be as discouraging as it is often portrayed to be, Professor Wanberg
said. Just recognize that some of the obstacles you face are inherent to the aging process, she said. She stressed that her findings reflected only averages and that individual behavior varies greatly. Certainly, many older people maintain wide social circles and often learn skills. But in general, older job seekers must take more steps to find employment than younger ones, she said. Once older workers do find a new employer, they can use their knowledge, wisdom and emotional intelligence - qualities that older people often possess in abundance -to thrive in their new positions.
The word "these drawbacks" in paragraph 6 refers to ________.
- 29Một đáp án · B1
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
We hear it all the time: People who are over 50 take longer to find jobs than younger people. Connie Wanberg, a professor at the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota, had long heard gloom-and-doom stories to that effect, but she wondered how strong the data was to support them.
Very, as it turned out. According to a study by Professor Wanberg and others, job seekers over 50 were unemployed 5.8 weeks longer than those from the ages of 30 to 49. That number rose to 10.6 weeks when the comparison group was from 20 to 29. Professor Wanberg and three other researchers - Darla J. Hamann, Ruth Kanfer and Zhen Zhang - arrived at those numbers by analyzing and synthesizing hundreds of studies by economists, sociologists and psychologists.
But it is important not to jump to conclusions about the cause, Professor Wanberg said. "It's not very unusual for everybody to think that the reason for the difficulty in finding jobs at 50s is discrimination," she said. That can sometimes be the case, but the reality is that the behavior required to find work does not play to many 15 older people's strengths. Once they become aware of this, they can act to compensate. In their study, the researchers found that older people on average had smaller social networks than younger people, Professor Wanberg said. This is not necessarily bad as we age, many of us find that the quality of our relationships is more important than the quantity. But in the job search process, the number of connections we maintain in our professional and personal networks is often critical. As people age, they also tend to stay in the same job longer, consistent with a pattern of wanting to put down roots. During that time, the skills people have learned and the job search strategies they once used may become outdated especially as technology evolves ever more quickly.
The cure for these drawbacks is fairly straightforward. Once you hit your early 40s, even if you are not looking for a job, work to learn new skills and stretch yourself, Professor Wanberg said. Also, keep your networks strong by staying in touch with former colleagues and classmates, along with current co-workers and clients whom you don't see regularly, she said.
Finding a job after 50 doesn't have to be as discouraging as it is often portrayed to be, Professor Wanberg
said. Just recognize that some of the obstacles you face are inherent to the aging process, she said. She stressed that her findings reflected only averages and that individual behavior varies greatly. Certainly, many older people maintain wide social circles and often learn skills. But in general, older job seekers must take more steps to find employment than younger ones, she said. Once older workers do find a new employer, they can use their knowledge, wisdom and emotional intelligence - qualities that older people often possess in abundance -to thrive in their new positions.
What of the following statements is not true according to the passage?
- 30Một đáp án · B1
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
We hear it all the time: People who are over 50 take longer to find jobs than younger people. Connie Wanberg, a professor at the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota, had long heard gloom-and-doom stories to that effect, but she wondered how strong the data was to support them.
Very, as it turned out. According to a study by Professor Wanberg and others, job seekers over 50 were unemployed 5.8 weeks longer than those from the ages of 30 to 49. That number rose to 10.6 weeks when the comparison group was from 20 to 29. Professor Wanberg and three other researchers - Darla J. Hamann, Ruth Kanfer and Zhen Zhang - arrived at those numbers by analyzing and synthesizing hundreds of studies by economists, sociologists and psychologists.
But it is important not to jump to conclusions about the cause, Professor Wanberg said. "It's not very unusual for everybody to think that the reason for the difficulty in finding jobs at 50s is discrimination," she said. That can sometimes be the case, but the reality is that the behavior required to find work does not play to many 15 older people's strengths. Once they become aware of this, they can act to compensate. In their study, the researchers found that older people on average had smaller social networks than younger people, Professor Wanberg said. This is not necessarily bad as we age, many of us find that the quality of our relationships is more important than the quantity. But in the job search process, the number of connections we maintain in our professional and personal networks is often critical. As people age, they also tend to stay in the same job longer, consistent with a pattern of wanting to put down roots. During that time, the skills people have learned and the job search strategies they once used may become outdated especially as technology evolves ever more quickly.
The cure for these drawbacks is fairly straightforward. Once you hit your early 40s, even if you are not looking for a job, work to learn new skills and stretch yourself, Professor Wanberg said. Also, keep your networks strong by staying in touch with former colleagues and classmates, along with current co-workers and clients whom you don't see regularly, she said.
Finding a job after 50 doesn't have to be as discouraging as it is often portrayed to be, Professor Wanberg
said. Just recognize that some of the obstacles you face are inherent to the aging process, she said. She stressed that her findings reflected only averages and that individual behavior varies greatly. Certainly, many older people maintain wide social circles and often learn skills. But in general, older job seekers must take more steps to find employment than younger ones, she said. Once older workers do find a new employer, they can use their knowledge, wisdom and emotional intelligence - qualities that older people often possess in abundance -to thrive in their new positions.
Which of the following would best describe Professor Wanberg's attitude towards finding a job after 50?
- 31Một đáp án · B1
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
We hear it all the time: People who are over 50 take longer to find jobs than younger people. Connie Wanberg, a professor at the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota, had long heard gloom-and-doom stories to that effect, but she wondered how strong the data was to support them.
Very, as it turned out. According to a study by Professor Wanberg and others, job seekers over 50 were unemployed 5.8 weeks longer than those from the ages of 30 to 49. That number rose to 10.6 weeks when the comparison group was from 20 to 29. Professor Wanberg and three other researchers - Darla J. Hamann, Ruth Kanfer and Zhen Zhang - arrived at those numbers by analyzing and synthesizing hundreds of studies by economists, sociologists and psychologists.
But it is important not to jump to conclusions about the cause, Professor Wanberg said. "It's not very unusual for everybody to think that the reason for the difficulty in finding jobs at 50s is discrimination," she said. That can sometimes be the case, but the reality is that the behavior required to find work does not play to many 15 older people's strengths. Once they become aware of this, they can act to compensate. In their study, the researchers found that older people on average had smaller social networks than younger people, Professor Wanberg said. This is not necessarily bad as we age, many of us find that the quality of our relationships is more important than the quantity. But in the job search process, the number of connections we maintain in our professional and personal networks is often critical. As people age, they also tend to stay in the same job longer, consistent with a pattern of wanting to put down roots. During that time, the skills people have learned and the job search strategies they once used may become outdated especially as technology evolves ever more quickly.
The cure for these drawbacks is fairly straightforward. Once you hit your early 40s, even if you are not looking for a job, work to learn new skills and stretch yourself, Professor Wanberg said. Also, keep your networks strong by staying in touch with former colleagues and classmates, along with current co-workers and clients whom you don't see regularly, she said.
Finding a job after 50 doesn't have to be as discouraging as it is often portrayed to be, Professor Wanberg
said. Just recognize that some of the obstacles you face are inherent to the aging process, she said. She stressed that her findings reflected only averages and that individual behavior varies greatly. Certainly, many older people maintain wide social circles and often learn skills. But in general, older job seekers must take more steps to find employment than younger ones, she said. Once older workers do find a new employer, they can use their knowledge, wisdom and emotional intelligence - qualities that older people often possess in abundance -to thrive in their new positions.
What is the purpose of this passage?
- 32Một đáp án · B1
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to make meaningful paragraphs/ letters in each of the following questions.
a. They offer good job opportunities to people of different educational backgrounds.
b. Moreover, there are many educational opportunities and a lot of different courses and institutions available in cities. City dwellers get the chance to learn something new or develop something.
c. Most of the world's population choose to live in big cities now because of many benefits.
d. Firstly, many industries and companies operate in cities.
e. To conclude, big cities really help people enjoy a better quality of living.
f. Finally, we have opportunities for a healthy lifestyle in cities, such as good doctors and vaccination opportunities. Many gyms and parks in cities encourage people to walk and exercise.
- 33Một đáp án · B1
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to make meaningful paragraphs/ letters in each of the following questions.
a. Finally, remain connected to your sector and industry through social media and networking.
b. This will ensure new trends and technologies don't pass you by.
c. Firstly, ensure your skills and experience expand continuously, either formal or on-the-job learning or by working in the most cutting-edge industries and organisations.
d. In this rapidly changing world of work, it is easy to be outpaced and outdated by technological advances; however, there are a few ways to firmly secure your job future.
e. Secondly, remain digitally proficient.
f. These skills are difficult to automate or outsource, thus will surely add to your value in the years ahead.
g. Thirdly, take every opportunity to improve soft skills.
h. Almost every job now has a digital element to it, so it is crucial to stay up-to-date with the latest technological advances related to your role and industry.
- 34Một đáp án · B1
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to make meaningful paragraphs/ letters in each of the following questions.
Dear Michael,
a. I'm really grateful for your feedback; it gave me a fresh perspective.
b. Thanks for reviewing the draft of my article on environmental issues.
c. I'm making the necessary edits now and hope to submit it by the end of the week.
d. If you have time, maybe we can discuss the revisions over coffee.
e. I look forward to your thoughts on the updated version once it's ready.
Best wishes,
Lily
- 35Một đáp án · B1
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to make meaningful paragraphs/ letters in each of the following questions.
Dear Mr. Thompson,
a. The topics covered were quite insightful, focusing on time management and budgeting.
b. I would appreciate the chance to discuss how I can apply these skills.
c. I hope this message finds you well.
d. I believe the knowledge I gained could benefit our team's projects.
e. I am writing to share that I recently completed the online project management course.
Look forward to your response.
Best regards,
Thomas
- 36Một đáp án · B1
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to make meaningful paragraphs/ letters in each of the following questions.
a. Many species are struggling to adapt to rapid changes in their environment.
b. The establishment of these reserves is crucial for the survival of endangered species.
c. However, it requires everyone's efforts to protect these important areas.
d. The local wildlife is facing significant threats due to habitat loss.
e. This situation has led conservationists to advocate for protected areas to preserve natural habitats.
- 37Một đáp án · B1
Choose the best arrangement of utterances or sentences to make a meaningful exchange in each of the following questions.
a. Anna: Yes, I wouldn't miss it! I'm excited to celebrate with you.
b. Emma: Perfect! We'll start at 7 pm at Starfish Restaurant.
c. Anna: Are you coming to my birthday dinner next week?
- 38Một đáp án · B1
Choose the best arrangement of utterances or sentences to make a meaningful exchange in each of the following questions.
a. Kevin: What do you like most about it?
b. Nina: Yes, I signed up last month! It's really nice.
c. Kevin: Have you been to the new gym yet?
d. Kevin: I'll have to give it a try next month!
e. Nina: The variety of equipment and classes is fantastic!
- 39Một đáp án · B1
Choose the best arrangement of utterances or sentences to make a meaningful exchange in each of the following questions.
a. Laura: Hi! How's everything going with you lately?
b. Laura: That sounds nice! I've been good, just keeping busy with some new projects.
c. Ben: Hello! I've been doing well, thanks. Just got back from a short vacation. And you?
- 40Một đáp án · B1
Choose the best arrangement of utterances or sentences to make a meaningful exchange in each of the following questions.
a. David: That's good! What kind of work will you be doing?
b. Sophie: I'm a bit nervous but excited to take a new role.
d. Sophie: I'm about to start my internship next week.
c. David: Sounds like a fantastic opportunity! Are you feeling prepared?
e. Sophie: I'll be assisting in marketing and social media projects.