FRIENDS PLUS 9 - ĐỀ KT THAM KHẢO - UNIT 1

I. Pronunciation

II. Choose the answer (A, B, C or D) that best fits the space in each question.

Question 14. Pam and Jim are sharing their memories.
Jim: “You looked nostalgic when you came across this bracelet. ______”
Pam: “It reminds me of my grandmother, but she passed away last year.”

Question 14. Choose

B. Why not wear it to the party?

D. Everything is alright, isn’t it?

C. What’s the story behind that?

A. Are you really interested in it?

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III. Look at each sign or notice. Choose the best answer (A, B, C or D) that matches its meaning.

Question 15. What does the sign mean?

Only smartphones are allowed to be used in this area.

Make sure that your cell phones are in silent mode.

Electronic devices are banned here.

The shop offers a wide range of e-gadgets.

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Question 16. What does the notice say?

No school bus is going to be operated next week.

Students will go on Bus 326, instead of Bus 53.

Students will be collected before 7.45 am.

The bus will leave students at the station at 4.40 pm.

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IV. Choose the word (A, B, C or D) that best fits each blank space in the following passage.

THE CRYPT OF CIVILISATION

A time capsule which is made of metal or (17) ______ plastic serves as a snapshot of the culture, lifestyle and technology of the era (18) ______ it was created. One of its most notable examples is the Crypt of Civilisation, an extraordinary time capsule project located at Oglethorpe University, Georgia.
(19) ______ by Dr. Thornwell Jacobs in the 1930s and sealed in 1940, the monumental time capsule holds within its stainless steel a treasure (20) ______ of artifacts, documents and recordings representing the 20th-century civilisation. The purpose of the crypt is to show people in the future how life was in the past. (21) ______ that future generations open, they will gain insight (22) ______ the accomplishments and aspirations of their forebears. All in all, the Crypt of Civilisation is a special place that connects past, present and future in a timeless embrace of human endeavour.

V. Read the following and do as directed.

Summer is coming round the corner, and you are still making a plan for your vacation. But, you don’t want to visit travel agencies. What will you do? No worries. Travel-focused AI assistants will do you a favor.
Over the last few years, these intelligent chatbots have revolutionized the way we plan, book and experience our journey. Not only do they spin up a list of things to do on your vacation, but they also suggest more eco-friendly travel options. With a few simple but specific prompts like destinations, length of stay and interests, the software can come up with a personalized list of tourist attractions, accommodations, activities and means of transportation. But the assistance does not stop there. Once we’ve made our selection, the AI bot turns into a trip planner, scouring the internet for the best flight deals and optimizing every aspect of your itinerary to make sure that we will have a memorable trip.
However, there are undeniably a few limitations. First, misinformation is undeniable due to the software’s overreliance on the quality and accuracy of the data on the internet. Some AI-powered travel apps are known to offer generic advice like “enjoy lunch at a local restaurant”, suggest activities that are out of season or too far apart, repeatedly recommend the same restaurant, consistently steer you to their advertisers or point you to locations that have closed. Moreover, unlike human travel advisors who offer a high level of empathy, creativity and improvisation, these apps are unable to provide solutions to unexpected events or changing circumstances during the journey.
Travel-focused AI software has made our trip planning easier and more convenient, no matter what weaknesses it may have. AI travel apps are improving as they learn, and, hopefully, they will be more useful and trustworthy in the near future.
(Adapted from “Artificially Intelligent Help for Planning Your Summer Vacation” by J. D. Biersdorfer – The New York Times)
a. Decide whether the following sentences are True or False:

Question 23.Travel-focused AI chatbots only make a list of activities during the vacation.

True

False

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Question 24.Travel-focused AI chatbots have the ability to suggest activities tailored just for you.

True

False

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Question 25.AI-powered travel apps rely heavily on the quality and accuracy of the data available to them.

True

False

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Question 26.Human travel advisors fail to offer the same level of empathy, creativity and improvisation as AI travel apps.

True

False

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b. Choose the correct answer to each question:

Question 27. What does the passage mainly discuss?

The way AI has changed our life.

A virtual platform for trip planners.

Good and weak points of AI travel bots.

The difficulty of planning a trip.

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Question 28. What is the writer’s attitude towards AI-powered travel apps?

anxious

doubtful

disappointed

optimistic

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VI. Supply the correct form of the word given in each sentence.

Question 29.

The conveyor belt efficiently transported goods along the assembly line in the factory. (MOTOR)

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Question 30.

Thanks to the new management team’s efforts, the company is now able to stay ahead in the market with its priced products. (COMPETE)

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Question 31.

In order to boost productivity, most cooperatives have replaced machines with modern ones. (FASHION)

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Question 32.

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Question 33.

The modernization project of public transportation systems aims to improve efficiency while maintaining for commuters of all income levels. (AFFORD)

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Question 34.

It is very difficult to both achievements and challenges of the country 30 years after the economic reforms in a single 30-minute documentary. (CAPSULE)

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VII. Choose the letter (A, B, C or D) that indicates the correct arrangement of the sentences to make a meaningful paragraph / letter.

35. Dear Sir or Madam,
a. Your assistance in providing this information would greatly help me in planning my trip.
b. Additionally, I would appreciate any information on the best times of the year to visit and any recommendations for preparing for the climb.
c. I am writing to request more information about a trip to Mount Fuji that your travel agency offers.
d. I am particularly interested in details about the itinerary, costs, accommodation options, and any special events included in the trip, such as guided sunrise hikes.
e. Thank you for your time and assistance. I look forward to your response.
Sincerely,
Timothy Benson

Question 35.Choose the letter (A, B, C, or D) that indicates the correct arrangement of the sentences to make a meaningful paragraph/letter.

a – d – b – c – e

b – c – a – e – d

e – d – a – c – b

c – d – b – a – e

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36. Dear Mr. Benson,
a. The cost of the trip varies depending on the accommodation options you choose.
b. We are delighted to provide you with the information you requested.
c. Our Mount Fuji trip includes a detailed itinerary with guided hikes to the summit.
d. For preparation, we advise bringing suitable hiking gear and being in good physical condition.
e. We recommend visiting from early July to mid-September, for the best weather conditions.
We look forward to helping you plan an unforgettable trip to Mount Fuji.
Yours faithfully

Question 36.Choose the letter (A, B, C or D) that indicates the correct arrangement of the sentences to make a meaningful paragraph/letter.

a – b – d – e – c

b – c – a – e – d

d – c – b – e – a

c – d – e – a – b

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VIII. Rewrite each of the following sentences in another way so that it means almost the same as the sentence printed before it.

37. My grandmother once owned this diamond ring, but I’ve just inherited it. (USED)
> > I have just come (37) belong to my grandmother.

Question 37.

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38. It is annoying that Kate keeps her bedroom untidy. (FORGETTING)
> > Kate is (38) _her bedroom.

Question 38.

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39. The boy is really excited about testing his new bike. (FORWARD)
> > The boy is really (39) out his new bike.

Question 39.

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40. I started to follow her on Instagram last year. (FOLLOWER)
> > On Instagram, I have (40) last year.

Question 40.

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VIII. Look at the entry of the word “star” in a dictionary. Use what you can get from the entry to complete the sentences with TWO or THREE words.

Question 41.

The fireworks display was the at the show. It hugely impressed the audience.

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Question 42.

In order to enjoy the peaceful sky, we spent the night camping .

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