Questions 6–10: Each of the following sentences has one error (A, B, C or D). Find it and blacken your choice on your answer sheet.

Câu 6: She made a lot of sightseeing when she was in Hong Kong last summer.

Our neighbour is quite safe. There have not been many crimes recently.

When a Vietnamese wants to work part-time in Australia, he needs to get a work permission.

His attendance at the meeting make me feel very happy.

School children in the same grade in Vietnamese schools are usually the same old as their classmate.

Questions 11–15: Which of the following best restates each of the given sentences?

Câu 11: Tony was not here yesterday. Perhaps he was ill.

Question 16 – 22: Read the passage carefully.

1. There is a common expression in the English language referring to a blue moon. When people say something that happens “only once in a blue moon”, they mean that it happens only very rarely, once in a great while. This expression has been around for at least a century and a half; there are references to this expression that date from the second half of the nineteenth century.

2. The expression “a blue moon” has come to refer to the second full moon occurring in any given calendar month. A second full moon is called a blue moon not because it is particularly blue or is any different in hue from the first full moon of the month. Instead, it is called a blue moon because it is so rare. The moon needs a little more than 29 days to complete its cycle from full moon to full moon. Because every month except February has more than 29 days, every month will have at least one full moon (except the 28-day February, which will have a full moon unless there is a full moon at the very end of January and another full moon at the very beginning of March). It is on the occasion when a given calendar month has a second full moon that a blue moon occurs. This does not happen very often, only three or four times in a decade.

3. The blue moons of today are called blue moons because of their rarity and not because of their color; however, the expression “blue moon” may have come into existence in reference to unusual circumstances in which the moon actually appeared blue. Certain natural phenomena of gigantic proportions can actually change the appearance of the moon from Earth. The eruption of the Krakatao volcano in 1883 left dust particles in the atmosphere, which clouded the sun and gave the moon a bluish tint. This particular occurrence of the blue moon may have given rise to the expression that we use today. Another example occurred more than a century later. When Mount Pinatubo erupted in the Philippines in 1991, the moon again took on a blue tint.

Choose an option (A, B, C, or D) that best answers each question.

Câu 16: The word “circumstances” is closest in meaning to _______.

Questions 23–30: Read the passage carefully.

1. Climate change is one of the most pressing issues facing humanity today. The burning of fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and natural gas to generate energy releases carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, causing global warming. Deforestation further exacerbates the problem, as trees that absorb CO2 are cut down to make room for agriculture, urban development, and industries.

2. Rising global temperatures have led to an increase in natural disasters such as hurricanes, floods, and wildfires. A study by the United Nations in 2021 revealed that the frequency of these events has doubled since the 1980s. Not only do these disasters destroy infrastructure and claim lives, but they also contribute to the spread of diseases like cholera and dengue due to stagnant water and rising mosquito populations.

3. To combat climate change, individuals can adopt sustainable habits such as using public transportation, reducing single-use plastics, and conserving energy. Governments play a crucial role by enforcing policies that limit emissions, promote renewable energy sources, and incentivize eco-friendly practices among corporations. International cooperation, such as the Paris Agreement, also provides a framework for nations to work together toward a sustainable future.

4. Despite these efforts, the impact of climate change is already visible. Melting ice caps have caused sea levels to rise, threatening coastal communities. Shifts in weather patterns have disrupted ecosystems, leading to the extinction of species and loss of biodiversity. Scientists warn that if global warming continues unchecked, humanity could face irreversible consequences within the next few decades.

5. Addressing climate change requires collective action from governments, organizations, and individuals alike. Small changes in daily habits, combined with large-scale policy reforms, can create a significant positive impact. The future of the planet depends on immediate and coordinated efforts to protect the Earth for future generations.

Choose an option (A, B, C, or D) that best answers each question.

Câu 23: The best title of the passage can be _____.