CLOZE READING (CON.

Exercise 1. Read the passage mark letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best
fits each of the numbered blanks from 1 to 5.
A POWERFUL INFLUENCE
There can be no doubt at all that the Internet has (1) __________ a huge difference to our lives.
Parents are worried that children spend too much time playing on the Internet, hardly ever doing anything
else in their spare time. Naturally, parents are (2)________ to find out why the Internet is so attractive,
and they want to know if it can be harmful for their children. Should parents worry if their children are
spending that much time (3)________ their computers?
Obviously, if children are bent over their computers for hours, (4)________ in some game, instead
of doing their homework, then soothing is wrong. Parents and children could decide how much use the
child should take of the Internet, and the child should give his or her promise that it won't (5) ________
with homework. If the child does not follow this arrangement, the parents can take more drastic steps.
Question 1: A. taken B. given C. made D. got
Question 2: A. reluctant B. concerned C. curious D. hopeful
Question 3: A. peeping at B. glancing at C. glimpsing at D. staring at
Question 4: A. puzzled B. absorbed C. interested D. occupied
Question 5: A. intergrate B. interfere C. assimilate D.communicate

Exercise 2. Read the passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct word or phrase that best fits each of the blanks from 16 to 20.
It can take a long time to become successful in your chosen field, however talented you are. One thing
you have to be aware of is that you will face criticism along the way. The world is full of people who
would rather say something negative than positive. If you’ve made up your mind to achieve a certain goal,
such as writing a novel, don’t let the negative criticism of (6)_______ prevent you from reaching your
target, and let the constructive criticism have a positive effect on your work. If someone says you’re
totally in the (7)_______ of talent, ignore them. That’s negative criticism. If, (8)________, someone
advises you to revise your work and gives you a good reason for doing so, you should consider their
suggestions carefully. There are many film stars who were once out of work. There are many famous
novelists who made a complete mess of their first novel – or who didn’t, but had to keep on approaching
hundreds of publishers before they could get it (9)_______. Being successful does depend on luck, to a
certain extent. But things are more likely to (10)_______ well if you persevere and stay positive.
Question 6: A. other B. others C. the other D. the others
Question 7: A. absentee B. missing C. lack D. shortage
Question 8: A. hence B. whereas C. nevertheless D. otherwise
Question 9: A. publishes B. published C. to publish D. publish
 Question 10: A. deal with B. turn out C. sail through D. come into

Exercise 3. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to
indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 11 to 15.
The invention of the mobile phone has undoubtedly revolutionized the way people communicate and
influenced every aspect of our lives. The issue is whether this technological innovation has done more
harm than good.
In order to (11)______ the question, we must first turn to the type of consumer. Presumably, most parents
buy mobile phones for their teenagers to track their whereabouts and ensure their safety. We can also
assume that most teenagers want mobile phones to avoid missing out on (12) _______ contact. In this
context, the advantages are clear. However, we cannot deny the fact that text messages have been used by
bullies to intimidate fellow students. There is also (13)______ evidence that texting has affected literacy
skills.
The ubiquitous use of the mobile phone has, out of question, affected adult consumers, too. What
employee, on the way home from work, would be reluctant to answer a call from their boss? Apparently,
only 18% of us, according to a recent survey, are willing to switch off our mobile phones once we’ve left
the office.
Admittedly, mobile phones can be intrusive but there are (14) ______ benefits to possessing one.
Personally speaking, they are invaluable when it comes to making social or business arrangements at short
(15)______. According to a recent survey, they also provide their owners with a sense of security in
emergency situations.
In conclusion, mobile phones do have their drawbacks, but these are outweighed by the benefits. It is
undoubtedly not the tool that chooses its purpose, but the user.
Question 11: A. answer B. address C. remedy D. confront
Question 12: A. socialized B. socially C. social D. society
Question 13: A. indisputable B. arguable C. doubtless D. unhesitating
Question 14: A. much B. another C. numerous D. any
Question 15: A. time B. notice C. term D. warning

Exercise 4. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to
indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 16 to 20.
With job vacancies available all year round offering high salaries, Vietnam has been ranked the second
best place in the world to teach English by TEFL Exchange, a community for teachers of English
(16)______ a foreign language.
The site (17)______ that a foreign English teacher can earn between $1,200-2,200 a month in Vietnam,
(18) _____ people’s average annual income in 2016 was just $2,200. They can find a job any time of year
and the best places to do so are the country’s three largest cities: Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang.
Candidates only need to hold a bachelor’s (19)______ and a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign
Language) certificate.
English is an obligatory subject from sixth grade across Vietnam, but in large cities, many primary
schools demand high (20)______. Foreign language centers have been thriving here, with students as
young as three years old.
Question 16: A. like B. similar C. as D. for
Question 17: A. assesses B. estimates C. discusses D. speculates
Question 18: A. what B. whose C. which D. that
Question 19: A. degree B. qualification C. diploma D. level
Question 20: A. capacity B. competency C. experience D. ability

Exercise 5. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to
indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 16 to 20.
Few people now question the reality of global warming and its effects on the world's climate. Many
scientists (21) ________ the blame for recent natural disasters on the increase in the world's temperatures
and are convinced that, more than ever before, the Earth is at risk from the forces of the wind, rain and
sun. According to them, global warming is making extreme weather events, such as hurricanes and
droughts, even more (22) ________ and causing sea levels all around the world to rise. Environmental
groups are putting pressure on governments to take action to reduce the amount of carbon dioxide which
is given (23) _________ by factories and power plants, thus attacking the problem at its source. They are
in favour of more money being spent on research into solar, wind and wave energy devices, (24)
_________ could then replace existing power stations. Some scientists, (25) ________ believe that even if
we stopped releasing carbon dioxide and other gases into the atmosphere tomorrow, we would have to
wait several hundred years to notice the results. Global warming, it seems, is to stay.
Question 21: A. give B. put C. take D. have
Question 22: A. severe B. strong C. heavy D. strict
Question 23: A. away B. up C. off D. over
Question 24: A. what B. which C. that D. who
Question 25: A. however B. despite C. although D. because

Exercise 6. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to
indicate the correct word or phrase for each of the numbered blanks.
An ecosystem is a community of animals, plants and microbes that sustain themselves in the same area or
environment by performing the activities of living, feeding, reproducing and interacting. Like many of
Africa’s large mammals, giraffes have (26)______ in numbers and in range over the last century. At one
time, herds of over 100 animals were common in savanna regions across the continent, however, today
concentrations like these exist only in East Africa particularly Tanzania Serengeti National Park.
The decline of giraffe populations has largely been due to hunting. In Africa, the giraffe is a traditional
source of hide and hair and also of tough but (27)______ meat. The hunting of giraffes has not yet had a
catastrophic effect, like it has on some of Africa’s big-game animals, but it is a cause for concern. The
natural habitat of the giraffe is also being impacted more and more by human activities, (28)______ the
animals’ richness. The giraffe is currently a protected species throughout (29)______of its range and is
classed as conservation-dependent by the World Conservation Union. The giraffe’s prospects for survival
are good for (30)______ living in national parks and game reserves, but for animals living outside these
areas the future is less secure.
Question 26: A. raised B. declined C. destroyed D. limited
Question 27: A. sausage B. fresh C. luncheon D. nutritious
Question 28: A. extending B. providing C. reducing D. controlling
Question 29: A. a number B. a variety C. most D. many
Question 30: A. what B. that C. those D. ones

Exercise 7. Read the following passage and mark A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each
of the blanks.
Higher education also provides a competitive edge in the career market. We all know that in the economic
times we are living in today, finding jobs is not guaranteed. The number of people unemployed is still
relatively high, and the number of new career (31) ______ isn’t nearly enough to put people in jobs they
are seeking.
As a job seeker, you’re competing with a high number of experienced workers (32) ______ have been out
of the workforce for a while and are also seeking work. (33) ______ , when you have a higher education,
it generally equips you for better job security. Generally speaking, employers tend to value those who
have completed college than those who have only completed high school and are more likely to replace
that person who hasn’t (34) ______ a higher education. Furthermore, some companies even go so far as
to pay your tuition because they consider an educated (35) ______ to be valuable to their organization. A
college education is an investment that doesn’t just provide you with substantial rewards. It benefits the
hiring company as well.
Question 31: A. responsibilities B. activities C. opportunities D. possibilities
Question 32: A. who B. where C. whose D. which
Question 33: A. Otherwise B. Moreover C. Therefore D. Additionally
Question 34: A. permitted B. refused C. applied D. received
Question 35: A. employment B. employer C. employee D. employed

Exercise 8. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to
indicate the correct word for each of the blanks from 36 to 40.
Vietnamese generally shake hands when greeting and parting. Using both hands shows respect as does a
(36) _____ bow of the head. In rural areas, elderly people who do not extend their hand are greeted with a
slight bow. Women are more likely to bow the head than to shake hands. Vietnamese names begin with
the family name and are (37) _____ by a given name. People address one another by their given names,
but add a title that indicates their perceived relationship to the other person. These titles are family related
rather than professional. Among colleagues, for example, the younger of the two might combine the given
name with the title of―Anh (OlderBrother). A/n (38) _____ greeting combined with the given name and
title is “Xin chao” (Hello). Classifiers for gender and familiarity are also combined with the greeting. In
formal meetings, business cards are sometimes exchanged on greeting.
Vietnamese have a strong (39) _____ of hospitality and feel embarrassed if they cannot show their guests
full respect by preparing for their arrival. Therefore, it is (40) _____ to visit someone without having been
invited. Gifts are not required, but are appreciated. Flowers, incense, or tea may be appropriate gifts for
the hosts. Hosts also appreciate a small gift for their children or elderly parents.
Question 36: A. light B. slight C. lightly D. lighted
Question 37: A. continued B. chased C. followed D. forwarded
Question 38: A. easy B. basic C. fundamental D. elementary
Question 39: A. sense B. sensation C. sensitivity D. sensibility
Question 40: A. inactive B. inaccurate C. inappropriate D. inexact

Exercise 9. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to
indicate the correct word(s) for each of the blanks from 41 to 45.
The United States has many different types of families. While most American families are traditional,
(41) _____a father, mother and one or more children, 22 percent of all American families in 1998 were
headed by one parent, usually a woman. In a few families in the United States, there are no children.
These childish couples may believe that they would not make good parents; they may want freedom from
the (42) _____ of child rearing; or, perhaps they (43) _____ physically able to have children. Other
families in the United States have one adult (44) _____ a stepparent. A stepmother or stepfather is a
person who joins a family by marrying a father or mother
Americans tolerate and accept these different types of families. In the United States, people have the right
to privacy and Americans do not believe in telling other Americans what type of family group they must
belong to. They respect each other’s (45) _____ regarding family groups. Families are very important to
Americans.
Question 41: A. consisted of B. consisting of C. consist of D. including of
Question 42: A. respond B. responsibilities C. responsible D. responsibility
Question 43: A. couldn’t B. weren’t C. are not D. can’t
Question 44: A. whom B. which is C. who is D. is
Question 45: A. ideal B. choices C. feeling D. chance
Exercise 10. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to
indicate the correct word or phrases that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 46 to 50.
The company ‘Study abroad’ was originally founded in 1991 for students who wished to study French in
France. Its success led to the establishment of other schools around the world.
Learning the language in the country in which it is spoken is, of course, a (46)_______ more effective and
faster process than studying in your own country. It is also an opportunities to mix with local habitants
and (47)_______ a greater and deeper (48)_______ of the people whose language you are studying. This
makes the whole experience much more enjoyable.
You may wish to attend an Italian language and a cooking course in Italy or combine a Portuguese course
with a sport. You should look at all the possibilities and (49)_______ the best choice.
In order to choose the (50)_______ course and location for you, we suggest you contact us to discuss your
particular requirements. From the information you give us, we can make some recommendation.
Question 46: A. too B. so C. very D. far
Question 47: A. acquire B. require C. enquire D. inquire
Question 48: A. knowledge B. knowledgeable C. knowledgeably D. knowingly
Question 49: A. do B. take C. get D. make
Question 50: A. exact B. right C. precise D. fit