Bài tập Đề Trắc nghiệm Tiếng Anh 12 Unit 9 Writing

Câu 1: Choose the best transition word or phrase to fill in the blank:

• A. In contrast
• B. Nevertheless
• C. Therefore
• D. For example

Câu 2: Which sentence uses the underlined relative pronoun correctly?

• A. The camel, who is known as the "ship of the desert", can travel long distances without water.
• B. They visited the Sahara Desert, where is the largest hot desert in the world.
• C. Desert plants have roots that spread wide to catch rare rainfall.
• D. She spoke about desertification, which she knew nothing about.

Câu 3: Combine the following sentences into one complex sentence using an appropriate conjunction:

• A. Because the sun is very strong in the desert, explorers often travel at night.
• B. The sun is very strong in the desert, but explorers often travel at night.
• C. The sun is very strong in the desert, so explorers often travel at night.
• D. The sun is very strong in the desert, and explorers often travel at night.

Câu 4: Identify the topic sentence in the following paragraph:

• A. Desert animals have developed remarkable adaptations.
• B. For instance, the fennec fox has large ears to dissipate heat.
• C. Some reptiles can bury themselves in the sand to stay cool.
• D. Many desert insects are active only during the cooler parts of the day.

Câu 5: Which sentence is grammatically incorrect?

• A. Walking across the dunes was more difficult than we had expected.
• B. Having survived the sandstorm, the group continued their journey.
• C. Built centuries ago, the ancient city was discovered in the desert.
• D. Seeing the oasis, our spirits were lifted immediately.

Câu 6: Choose the sentence that best uses a participle phrase to modify the noun "caravans".

• A. Caravans crossing the desert transported valuable goods.
• B. The caravans were crossing the desert, transporting valuable goods.
• C. Caravans, transporting valuable goods, crossed the desert.
• D. Caravans transported valuable goods, crossing the desert.

Câu 7: Read the sentences: (1) The temperature dropped dramatically after sunset. (2) We needed to put on warmer clothes. Choose the best way to combine these sentences to show a cause-and-effect relationship.

• A. The temperature dropped dramatically after sunset, but we needed to put on warmer clothes.
• B. Although the temperature dropped dramatically after sunset, we needed to put on warmer clothes.
• C. The temperature dropped dramatically after sunset, which we needed to put on warmer clothes.
• D. As the temperature dropped dramatically after sunset, we needed to put on warmer clothes.

Câu 8: Which sentence best maintains parallel structure?

• A. To survive in the desert, plants must conserve water and resisting heat.
• B. To survive in the desert, plants must conserve water and resist heat.
• C. To survive in the desert, plants must conserve water and they resist heat.
• D. To survive in the desert, plants must conserving water and resisting heat.

Câu 9: Choose the most appropriate concluding sentence for a paragraph describing the challenges of desert travel.

• A. Overcoming these obstacles requires careful planning and resilience.
• B. Deserts are very hot places.
• C. In conclusion, sandstorms are dangerous.
• D. Many people visit deserts every year.

Câu 10: Which sentence uses the word "adaptations" correctly in the context of deserts?

• A. The desert"s heat is an example of biological adaptations.
• B. Animals make adaptations to their environment by changing the weather.
• C. Cacti have developed unique adaptations to store water in their stems.
• D. Adaptations are always about making things easier for living organisms.

Câu 11: Select the best way to rewrite the sentence:

• A. The oasis was discovered by explorers, and it was offering a source of fresh water.
• B. The oasis, discovered by explorers, offered a source of fresh water.
• C. Discovered by explorers, the oasis was offered a source of fresh water.
• D. The oasis discovered by explorers, it offered a source of fresh water.

Câu 12: Which option correctly completes the sentence:

• A. rose / would be
• B. rise / will be
• C. had risen / would have been
• D. will rise / are

Câu 13: Read the sentences: (1) The sand dunes were beautiful. (2) They stretched as far as the eye could see. Choose the best way to combine these sentences.

• A. The sand dunes were beautiful, and they were stretching as far as the eye could see.
• B. The sand dunes were beautiful, so they stretched as far as the eye could see.
• C. The beautiful sand dunes stretched as far as the eye could see.
• D. Beautiful were the sand dunes, stretching as far as the eye could see.

Câu 14: Which sentence is passive?

• A. Explorers crossed the vast desert.
• B. The sun heated the sand.
• C. Desert plants store water.
• D. The ancient ruins were covered by sand.

Câu 15: Choose the sentence where the word "arid" is used correctly.

• A. The tropical rainforest is an example of an arid climate.
• B. Deserts are characterized by their arid conditions.
• C. The soil in the garden was very arid, so the plants grew quickly.
• D. We enjoyed the arid weather with lots of rain.

Câu 16: Which sentence is the most effective topic sentence for a paragraph about how animals find water in the desert?

• A. Some animals eat plants.
• B. Water is important for animals.
• C. Desert animals employ various strategies to obtain the water they need for survival.
• D. Finding water in the desert can be difficult.

Câu 17: Choose the correct order of sentences to form a coherent paragraph: (1) This thick layer protects the plants from extreme heat and water loss. (2) Some desert plants have a waxy coating on their leaves. (3) It also reflects sunlight away from the surface. (4) This adaptation is crucial for survival in arid environments.

• A. (2), (1), (3), (4)
• B. (4), (2), (1), (3)
• C. (2), (4), (1), (3)
• D. (1), (3), (2), (4)

Câu 18: Which sentence contains a misplaced modifier?

• A. We saw a scorpion hiding under a rock.
• B. We spotted an oasis traveling across the desert.
• C. The researchers studied plants growing in the harsh climate.
• D. Covered in dust, the ancient artifacts were carefully examined.

Câu 19: Choose the best transition word to show contrast:

• A. Similarly
• B. In addition
• C. Therefore
• D. However

Câu 20: Which sentence correctly uses "used to" or "be used to"?

• A. They used to travel by camel before roads were built.
• B. They are used to travel by camel every day.
• C. They used to traveling by camel for long journeys.
• D. They are used to travel long distances.

Câu 21: Identify the sentence that does NOT belong in a paragraph describing the physical features of a desert.

• A. Vast areas are covered by shifting sand dunes.
• B. Rocky plateaus and dry riverbeds are also common features.
• C. Many tourists visit deserts for adventure activities.
• D. Oases provide isolated patches of vegetation and water.

Câu 22: Choose the most concise and clear way to express the idea:

• A. Desert storms are often able to move large amounts of sand.
• B. Moving large amounts of sand is what desert storms often do.
• C. The moving of large amounts of sand happens often with desert storms.
• D. Desert storms often move large amounts of sand.

Câu 23: Which sentence correctly uses the infinitive form of the verb?

• A. We stopped exploring the desert because of the heat.
• B. We stopped to rest because of the extreme heat.
• C. They decided traveling at night.
• D. It is difficult surviving in the desert.

Câu 24: Choose the sentence that uses appropriate vocabulary to describe the desert landscape.

• A. The vast, arid landscape stretched endlessly under the sun.
• B. The wet, lush landscape was full of sand dunes.
• C. The crowded, noisy landscape was home to many animals.
• D. The smooth, icy landscape had tall mountains.

Câu 25: Rewrite the sentence using the passive voice:

• A. The effects of climate change are studying by scientists on desert ecosystems.
• B. The effects of climate change on desert ecosystems is studied by scientists.
• C. The effects of climate change on desert ecosystems are being studied by scientists.
• D. Scientists are being studied about the effects of climate change on desert ecosystems.

Câu 26: Which sentence correctly uses a compound adjective?

• A. Many desert animals are well-adapted to the heat.
• B. The well adapted animals survived.
• C. The animals were well adapted.
• D. They are well-adapted animals.

Câu 27: Choose the best sentence to introduce a paragraph about human impact on deserts.

• A. People live in deserts.
• B. Human activities have significantly altered many desert environments around the world.
• C. Deserts are changing.
• D. Some people cause pollution.

Câu 28: Which sentence uses a gerund correctly?

• A. Exploring the desert is dangerous, but we enjoyed it.
• B. We are interested in explore the desert.
• C. To explore the desert requires preparation.
• D. They are considering visiting the Atacama Desert next year.

Câu 29: Identify the sentence that uses a subordinate clause to add detail.

• A. The wind blew fiercely.
• B. The wind blew fiercely, and sand filled the air.
• C. We sought shelter because the wind blew fiercely.
• D. The fierce wind caused a sandstorm.

Câu 30: Choose the option that best combines the ideas into one sentence, showing a condition:

• A. If you carry plenty of water, you can survive the desert heat.
• B. Unless you carry plenty of water, you can survive the desert heat.
• C. You must carry plenty of water, so you can survive the desert heat.
• D. Carry plenty of water, and you will survive the desert heat.

Câu 1: Choose the sentence that is grammatically correct.

• A. Despite the challenges, they overcome the difficult terrain.
• B. Although it was a harsh environment, but the team continued their journey.
• C. Even though the sun was setting, they decided to set up camp.
• D. Because of the sandstorm was approaching, they sought shelter.

Câu 2: Identify the error in the following sentence: "The explorer, who had spent many years studying deserts, he knew the risks involved."

• A. who
• B. studying
• C. knew
• D. he

Câu 3: Combine the following two sentences using an appropriate conjunction: "The oasis provided fresh water. It was essential for the survival of the travelers."

• A. The oasis provided fresh water, so it was essential for the survival of the travelers.
• B. The oasis provided fresh water, which was essential for the survival of the travelers.
• C. The oasis provided fresh water, but it was essential for the survival of the travelers.
• D. The oasis provided fresh water, however it was essential for the survival of the travelers.

Câu 4: Rewrite the following sentence in the passive voice: "Scientists are studying the unique plant life in the Atacama Desert."

• A. The unique plant life in the Atacama Desert is being studied by scientists.
• B. The unique plant life in the Atacama Desert are being studied by scientists.
• C. Scientists are being studied the unique plant life in the Atacama Desert.
• D. The unique plant life is studied by scientists in the Atacama Desert.

Câu 5: Complete the sentence with the most suitable linking word: "Temperatures in the Sahara Desert can reach over 50°C during the day; _____, they can drop below freezing at night."

• A. therefore
• B. in addition
• C. however
• D. consequently

Câu 6: Which sentence uses a relative clause correctly to add extra information about "desert animals"?

• A. Desert animals that can survive extreme conditions are fascinating.
• B. Desert animals, who can survive extreme conditions, are fascinating.
• C. Desert animals, that can survive extreme conditions, are fascinating.
• D. Desert animals, which can survive extreme conditions, are fascinating.

Câu 7: Rewrite the following sentence using reported speech: "He said,

• A. He said that he has never seen such a vast expanse of sand dunes before.
• B. He said that he had never seen such a vast expanse of sand dunes before.
• C. He said that I had never seen such a vast expanse of sand dunes before.
• D. He said that he never saw such a vast expanse of sand dunes before.

Câu 8: Choose the correct sentence using an inversion structure with "Never".

• A. Never have I experienced such intense heat as in the Gobi Desert.
• B. Never I have experienced such intense heat as in the Gobi Desert.
• C. Never I experienced such intense heat as in the Gobi Desert.
• D. Never have experienced I such intense heat as in the Gobi Desert.

Câu 9: Identify the sentence with an incorrect use of a conditional clause.

• A. If it rains in the desert, the plants will grow quickly.
• B. If they had brought more water, they would have survived the crossing.
• C. If we will protect the desert environment, its unique ecosystem can be preserved.
• D. Unless it gets colder at night, these animals won"t come out.

Câu 10: Which sentence correctly uses a participle clause to shorten a sentence?

• A. Exploring the area, it was decided to rest.
• B. Having explored the area, they decided to rest by the rock.
• C. Explored the area, they decided to rest by the rock.
• D. To explore the area, they decided to rest by the rock.

Câu 11: Choose the most appropriate sentence to follow this topic sentence: "Desert plants have adapted remarkably to survive in arid conditions."

• A. Many have developed deep root systems to reach underground water.
• B. Deserts are found in various parts of the world.
• C. Animals also live in deserts.
• D. The temperature can change dramatically.

Câu 12: Identify the error in the sentence: "Not only the heat was unbearable, but also the lack of water made the journey extremely difficult."

• A. the heat was
• B. unbearable
• C. made
• D. extremely difficult

Câu 13: Rewrite the sentence using "Despite": "Although the sandstorm was fierce, the caravan managed to reach the next oasis."

• A. Despite the sandstorm was fierce, the caravan managed to reach the next oasis.
• B. Despite the fierce sandstorm, the caravan managed to reach the next oasis.
• C. Despite of the fierce sandstorm, the caravan managed to reach the next oasis.
• D. Despite it was a fierce sandstorm, the caravan managed to reach the next oasis.

Câu 14: Which sentence correctly uses a gerund or infinitive after the verb?

• A. They avoided to travel during the hottest part of the day.
• B. He managed finding a source of water.
• C. She offered carrying some of the supplies.
• D. The guide suggested waiting until dawn to set off.

Câu 15: Choose the sentence that correctly uses parallel structure.

• A. Deserts are characterized by their hot, dry, and vast landscapes.
• B. Deserts are characterized by their hot, dryness, and vast landscapes.
• C. Deserts are characterized by their hot, dry, and having vast landscapes.
• D. Deserts are characterized by their hot, dry, and vastness.

Câu 16: Identify the sentence that is too wordy and can be made more concise.

• A. The journey was long and arduous.
• B. They had to carry a lot of water with them due to the fact that there was no water available.
• C. Survival in the desert requires careful planning.
• D. Cactus plants store water in their stems.

Câu 17: Combine the sentences using "so... that": "The sun was intense. We had to wear hats and sunglasses."

• A. The sun was so intense, that we had to wear hats and sunglasses.
• B. The sun was intense so that we had to wear hats and sunglasses.
• C. The sun was so intense that we had to wear hats and sunglasses.
• D. So intense the sun was that we had to wear hats and sunglasses.

Câu 18: Which sentence uses a non-defining relative clause correctly?

• A. The Sahara Desert, which is the largest hot desert in the world, covers a vast area of North Africa.
• B. The Sahara Desert which is the largest hot desert in the world covers a vast area of North Africa.
• C. The Sahara Desert, that is the largest hot desert in the world, covers a vast area of North Africa.
• D. The Sahara Desert, it is the largest hot desert in the world, covers a vast area of North Africa.

Câu 19: Rewrite the sentence using "It is said that...": "People say that camels are perfectly adapted to desert life."

• A. It is said that camels are perfectly adapted to desert life by people.
• B. It is said that camels were perfectly adapted to desert life.
• C. It is said camels are perfectly adapted to desert life.
• D. It is said that camels are perfectly adapted to desert life.

Câu 20: Choose the sentence that correctly uses "too... to".

• A. The sand dunes were too high that we couldn"t climb them.
• B. The sand dunes were too high to climb.
• C. The sand dunes were too high for us couldn"t climb.
• D. The sand dunes were too high so we couldn"t climb.

Câu 21: Identify the sentence with a misplaced modifier.

• A. The researcher carefully studied the plants.
• B. He observed the behavior of the desert animals.
• C. The researcher saw many animals found in the desert with binoculars.
• D. Survival relies on finding water sources.

Câu 22: Combine the sentences using "Despite the fact that": "He was exhausted. He continued walking across the hot sand."

• A. Despite the fact that he was exhausted, he continued walking across the hot sand.
• B. Despite the fact he was exhausted, he continued walking across the hot sand.
• C. Despite the fact being exhausted, he continued walking across the hot sand.
• D. Despite the fact of his exhaustion, he continued walking across the hot sand.

Câu 23: Rewrite the sentence using an impersonal passive structure: "People know that scorpions can survive extreme temperatures."

• A. It is known that scorpions can survive extreme temperatures by people.
• B. Scorpions are known that they can survive extreme temperatures.
• C. Scorpions are known to be able to survive extreme temperatures.
• D. Scorpions are known for survive extreme temperatures.

Câu 24: Choose the sentence that correctly uses "neither... nor".

• A. Neither the heat or the lack of water discouraged them.
• B. Neither the heat nor the lack of water discourage them.
• C. Neither the heat nor the lack of water didn"t discourage them.
• D. Neither the heat nor the lack of water discouraged them.

Câu 25: Identify the sentence that is grammatically incorrect.

• A. The journey was challenging; nevertheless, they completed it.
• B. The weather was so hot, we had to rest frequently.
• C. To survive, one must conserve water.
• D. Finding shelter from the sun is crucial.

Câu 26: Combine the sentences using a relative clause: "The plant is called a "living stone". It stores water in its leaves."

• A. The plant, which stores water in its leaves, is called a "living stone".
• B. The plant which stores water in its leaves is called a "living stone".
• C. The plant, that stores water in its leaves, is called a "living stone".
• D. The plant, it stores water in its leaves, is called a "living stone".

Câu 27: Rewrite the sentence starting with "Only after...": "They felt safe only after they reached the oasis."

• A. Only after they reached the oasis, they felt safe.
• B. Only after they reached the oasis, did they felt safe.
• C. Only after they reached the oasis did they feel safe.
• D. Only after reaching the oasis, they felt safe.

Câu 28: Choose the best way to link these ideas: "Acacias have deep roots. They can access water far underground."

• A. Acacias have deep roots, but they can access water far underground.
• B. Acacias have deep roots; therefore, they can access water far underground.
• C. Acacias have deep roots, although they can access water far underground.
• D. Acacias have deep roots, and however they can access water far underground.

Câu 29: Identify the sentence with a comma splice error.

• A. The sun set quickly, darkness fell rapidly.
• B. The sun set quickly, and darkness fell rapidly.
• C. The sun set quickly; darkness fell rapidly.
• D. When the sun set quickly, darkness fell rapidly.

Câu 30: Rewrite the sentence using a structure with "such... that": "It was a severe sandstorm. Visibility was reduced to almost zero."

• A. It was such severe sandstorm that visibility was reduced to almost zero.
• B. It was so severe sandstorm that visibility was reduced to almost zero.
• C. It was such a severe sandstorm that visibility was reduced to almost zero.
• D. Such a severe sandstorm it was that visibility was reduced to almost zero.

Câu 1: 1. Choose the option that best completes the following sentence:
Despite the harsh conditions, many unique species have managed to _______ in the desert.

• A. extinguish
• B. thrive
• C. vanish
• D. submerge

Câu 2: 2. Identify the error in the following sentence:
The Sahara Desert, which covering a vast area of North Africa, is the world"s largest hot desert.

• A. The
• B. covering
• C. of
• D. largest

Câu 3: 3. Which sentence uses the passive voice correctly?
A research team is studying how plants adapt to arid environments.
B. How plants adapt to arid environments is being studied by a research team.
C. How plants adapt to arid environments is studied by a research team.
D. Plants are adapted to arid environments is being studied by a research team.

• A. A
• B. B
• C. C
• D. D

Câu 4: 4. Combine the following sentences using a relative clause:
Many tourists visit the Atacama Desert. It is one of the driest places on Earth.

• A. Many tourists visit the Atacama Desert, that is one of the driest places on Earth.
• B. The Atacama Desert, where many tourists visit, is one of the driest places on Earth.
• C. The Atacama Desert, which many tourists visit, is one of the driest places on Earth.
• D. Many tourists visit the Atacama Desert, which is one of the driest places on Earth.

Câu 5: 5. Choose the correct form of the verb in brackets:
The local community _______ (build) a new well by the time the dry season begins next month.

• A. will build
• B. is building
• C. will be building
• D. will have built

Câu 6: 6. Which sentence correctly uses an inversion with a negative adverbial?
A. Seldom you see such diverse wildlife in this arid region.
B. Seldom do you see such diverse wildlife in this arid region.
C. Seldom see you such diverse wildlife in this arid region.
D. Seldom you do see such diverse wildlife in this arid region.

• A. A
• B. B
• C. C
• D. D

Câu 7: 7. Choose the phrase that best fills the blank:
The expedition faced many challenges, _______ the extreme heat and lack of water.

• A. including
• B. included
• C. to include
• D. that included

Câu 8: 8. Rewrite the following sentence using "If":
Providing assistance to local people is essential for successful conservation efforts.

• A. If assistance is provided to local people, conservation efforts aren"t successful.
• B. If providing assistance to local people, conservation efforts will be successful.
• C. Conservation efforts will be successful if they don"t provide assistance to local people.
• D. If assistance is provided to local people, conservation efforts will be successful.

Câu 9: 9. Identify the error in the following sentence:
The temperature in the desert can rise to over 40 degrees Celsius, that makes survival difficult for many organisms.

• A. can rise
• B. to over
• C. difficult
• D. that

Câu 10: 10. Choose the option that best combines the two sentences:
She had never seen a sand dune before. She was amazed by their size.

• A. Never had she seen a sand dune before, so she was amazed by their size.
• B. Never before had she seen a sand dune, and she was amazed by their size.
• C. She had never seen a sand dune before, and she was amazed by their size.
• D. Having never seen a sand dune before, she was amazed by their size.

Câu 11: 11. Choose the correct reported speech transformation:

• A. The explorer said that they were planning a trip to the Gobi Desert the following year.
• B. The explorer said that they are planning a trip to the Gobi Desert next year.
• C. The explorer said that they had been planning a trip to the Gobi Desert the following year.
• D. The explorer said that we were planning a trip to the Gobi Desert next year.

Câu 12: 12. Which sentence is grammatically correct?

• A. The amount of water in the oasis were surprisingly large.
• B. Each of the plants need very little water to survive.
• C. Neither the heat nor the sandstorms could stop the determined travelers.
• D. Along the horizon stretch vast plains of sand.

Câu 13: 13. Choose the most appropriate word to complete the sentence:
Desertification is a serious problem _______ by climate change and unsustainable land use.

• A. caused
• B. caused
• C. causing
• D. to cause

Câu 14: 14. Rewrite the sentence using a participle phrase:
Because the explorers were exhausted, they decided to set up camp for the night.

• A. Being exhausted, the explorers decided to set up camp for the night.
• B. The explorers being exhausted, they decided to set up camp for the night.
• C. Having exhausted, the explorers decided to set up camp for the night.
• D. Exhausted, the explorers deciding to set up camp for the night.

Câu 15: 15. Choose the option that correctly transforms the sentence into the causative form:
The mechanic repaired my car"s engine yesterday.

• A. I had the mechanic repair my car"s engine yesterday.
• B. I had my car"s engine repair by the mechanic yesterday.
• C. I got the mechanic repaired my car"s engine yesterday.
• D. I had my car"s engine repaired by the mechanic yesterday.

Câu 16: 16. Identify the error in the following sentence:
Despite of the lack of rainfall, some plants have adapted to store water in their roots.

• A. Despite of
• B. lack of
• C. have adapted
• D. in their roots

Câu 17: 17. Choose the most appropriate transition word to connect the two sentences:
Desert ecosystems are fragile. _______, conservation efforts are crucial to protect them.

• A. However
• B. In contrast
• C. Therefore
• D. For example

Câu 18: 18. Which sentence correctly uses "used to" or "be used to"?

• A. He used to living in a humid climate before moving to the desert.
• B. She is used to the extreme temperatures of the desert now.
• C. They are used to travel long distances by camel in the past.
• D. We used to be used to the heat, but not anymore.

Câu 19: 19. Choose the correct option to complete the sentence:
The ancient city, _______ ruins are found in the desert, was once a major trading hub.

• A. which
• B. that
• C. where
• D. whose

Câu 20: 20. Rewrite the sentence using a conditional sentence (Type 3):
They didn"t bring enough water, so they suffered from dehydration.

• A. If they had brought enough water, they wouldn"t have suffered from dehydration.
• B. If they brought enough water, they wouldn"t suffer from dehydration.
• C. If they had brought enough water, they wouldn"t suffer from dehydration.
• D. If they didn"t bring enough water, they would have suffered from dehydration.

Câu 21: 21. Identify the error in the following sentence:
Traveling across the vast, empty landscape, the silence of the desert was deeply felt by the adventurers.

• A. Traveling
• B. vast, empty
• C. silence
• D. was deeply felt by the adventurers

Câu 22: 22. Choose the correct option to complete the sentence:
So _______ was the sandstorm that all flights were cancelled.

• A. strong
• B. strong
• C. strongly
• D. strength

Câu 23: 23. Rewrite the sentence using "Despite":
Although the journey was perilous, they were determined to reach the oasis.

• A. Despite the journey was perilous, they were determined to reach the oasis.
• B. Despite the journey being perilous, they were determined to reach the oasis.
• C. Despite the perilous journey, they were determined to reach the oasis.
• D. Despite of the perilous journey, they were determined to reach the oasis.

Câu 24: 24. Choose the sentence that correctly uses parallelism.

• A. Desert animals must cope with extreme heat, limited water, and scarce food.
• B. Desert animals must cope with extreme heat, limited water, and food is scarce.
• C. Desert animals must cope with extreme heat, limiting water, and scarcity of food.
• D. Desert animals must cope with extreme heat, limit water, and scarce food.

Câu 25: 25. Identify the error in the following sentence:
He asked me if I had ever visit a desert before.

• A. asked me
• B. if
• C. visit
• D. before

Câu 26: 26. Choose the best way to combine the sentences:
The sun set. The temperature dropped dramatically.

• A. The sun set, then the temperature dropped dramatically.
• B. When the sun set, the temperature dropped dramatically.
• C. The sun setting, the temperature dropped dramatically.
• D. As the sun set, the temperature dropped dramatically.

Câu 27: 27. Choose the most appropriate word to complete the sentence:
The nomadic tribes have developed unique ways to _______ the challenges of desert life.

• A. overcome
• B. defeat
• C. conquer
• D. win

Câu 28: 28. Rewrite the sentence using the structure "It is said that...":
People say that the desert landscape is breathtakingly beautiful.

• A. It is said that people say the desert landscape is breathtakingly beautiful.
• B. It is said that the desert landscape is breathtakingly beautiful.
• C. The desert landscape is said that it is breathtakingly beautiful.
• D. That the desert landscape is breathtakingly beautiful is said.

Câu 29: 29. Choose the sentence that correctly uses a non-defining relative clause.

• A. The camel which is known as "ship of the desert" is well adapted to arid conditions.
• B. The camel, that is known as "ship of the desert", is well adapted to arid conditions.
• C. The camel, which is known as "ship of the desert", is well adapted to arid conditions.
• D. The camel which is known as "ship of the desert" is well adapted to arid conditions.

Câu 30: 30. Identify the error in the following sentence:
If the temperature would drop significantly, the plants might not survive the night.

• A. If
• B. would drop
• C. might not survive
• D. the night

Câu 1: Đọc đoạn văn sau và chọn câu chủ đề (topic sentence) phù hợp nhất:

_____ Deserts are not barren wastelands as often depicted. Many forms of life, both plant and animal, have developed remarkable strategies to survive the extreme conditions, such as conserving water, regulating body temperature, and finding shelter from the sun.

• A. Life in the desert is impossible for most creatures.
• B. Deserts are home to a surprising variety of life.
• C. Only plants can survive in desert environments.
• D. Desert animals need a lot of water to live.

Câu 2: Chọn từ/cụm từ nối phù hợp nhất để điền vào chỗ trống, thể hiện mối quan hệ nguyên nhân - kết quả:

The desert sun was incredibly intense; _____, the explorers decided to rest during the hottest part of the day.

• A. although
• B. however
• C. therefore
• D. in addition

Câu 3: Phân tích câu sau:

• A. Cung cấp thông tin bổ sung về chủ ngữ
• B. Làm rõ chủ ngữ
• C. Nêu lên nguyên nhân khiến Sahara là sa mạc nóng lớn nhất.
• D. Là một phần của vị ngữ của câu.

Câu 4: Chọn câu sử dụng tính từ miêu tả sa mạc hiệu quả nhất:

• A. The desert was nice and big.
• B. We saw a lot of sand in the desert.
• C. The desert weather was a bit warm.
• D. The scorching sun beat down on the vast, arid landscape.

Câu 5: Kết hợp hai câu sau sử dụng mệnh đề quan hệ sao cho tự nhiên nhất:

• A. Camels, who can survive for long periods without water, are often called "ships of the desert".
• B. Camels are often called "ships of the desert" that can survive for long periods without water.
• C. Camels, which can survive for long periods without water, are often called "ships of the desert".
• D. Camels are often called "ships of the desert" and they can survive for long periods without water.

Câu 6: Chọn câu có cấu trúc ngữ pháp chính xác và phù hợp với ngữ cảnh miêu tả điều kiện khắc nghiệt của sa mạc:

• A. The temperature was so extreme that few plants could survive.
• B. Such extreme temperature that few plants could survive.
• C. So extreme temperature was that few plants could survive.
• D. The temperature was too extreme, so few plants could survive.

Câu 7: Đọc đoạn văn sau và xác định câu nào không phù hợp với mạch ý chung:

(1) Desert landscapes are incredibly diverse, ranging from vast sand seas to rocky plateaus and salt flats. (2) Sand dunes, shaped by the wind, can reach astonishing heights. (3) Many people enjoy visiting deserts for their unique beauty and tranquility. (4) Canyons carved by ancient rivers reveal layers of geological history. (5) Oases provide vital sources of water in otherwise dry regions.

• A. Câu (2)
• B. Câu (4)
• C. Câu (3)
• D. Câu (5)

Câu 8: Chọn từ vựng phù hợp nhất để miêu tả sự khan hiếm nước ở sa mạc:

• A. arid
• B. humid
• C. tropical
• D. fertile

Câu 9: Hoàn thành câu sau bằng hình thức bị động phù hợp:

• A. is protected
• B. have been protected
• C. are protecting
• D. has been protected

Câu 10: Chọn câu diễn đạt tốt nhất ý:

• A. Due to the very cold nights in the desert, many animals are nocturnal.
• B. In spite of the very cold nights in the desert, many animals are nocturnal.
• C. The nights in the desert are very cold, but many animals are nocturnal.
• D. Although the nights in the desert are very cold, many animals are nocturnal.

Câu 11: Chọn từ vựng phù hợp nhất để miêu tả hành trình dài và khó khăn qua sa mạc:

• A. easy
• B. pleasant
• C. short
• D. treacherous

Câu 12: Xác định lỗi sai trong câu sau:

• A. Despite of
• B. lack of
• C. manage to flourish
• D. in the desert

Câu 13: Chọn câu sử dụng so sánh nhất để miêu tả một đặc điểm của sa mạc:

• A. Deserts are hoter than other places.
• B. The desert is very hot and very dry.
• C. The Sahara is known as one of the hottest and driest places on Earth.
• D. Few places are as hot than the desert.

Câu 14: Hoàn thành câu sau với từ vựng về địa hình sa mạc:

• A. dune
• B. outcropping
• C. oasis
• D. lagoon

Câu 15: Đâu là câu chủ đề hiệu quả nhất cho một đoạn văn miêu tả sự thích nghi của thực vật sa mạc?

• A. Cacti have thick stems to store water.
• B. Desert plants have evolved remarkable adaptations to survive with minimal water.
• C. Plants grow in the desert.
• D. It is easy for plants to grow in the desert.

Câu 16: Chọn từ/cụm từ nối phù hợp nhất để thêm vào đầu câu thứ hai, tạo sự tương phản:

Some deserts are covered in sand. _____ others feature rocky terrain or salt flats.

• A. Similarly,
• B. Consequently,
• C. Furthermore,
• D. In contrast,

Câu 17: Phân tích câu:

• A. Họ di chuyển từ nơi này sang nơi khác thay vì ở cố định một chỗ.
• B. Họ là những người hiện đại sống trong các thành phố.
• C. Họ xây dựng những ngôi nhà cố định trong sa mạc.
• D. Họ chỉ sống ở một ốc đảo duy nhất.

Câu 18: Chọn câu sử dụng trạng từ miêu tả hành động hiệu quả nhất trong ngữ cảnh sa mạc:

• A. They walked fastly across the sand.
• B. They moved slowly and carefully across the rocky terrain.
• C. The sun shined brightly.
• D. The camel walked good.

Câu 19: Chọn cách kết hợp hai câu sau sử dụng cấu trúc

• A. Not only the heat was unbearable but also the lack of water was a serious problem.
• B. Not only the heat was unbearable, but the lack of water also was a serious problem.
• C. Not only the heat was unbearable but the lack of water also a serious problem.
• D. Not only was the heat unbearable, but also the lack of water was a serious problem.

Câu 20: Đọc đoạn văn miêu tả sau và xác định mục đích chính của nó:

• A. To describe the visual beauty and unique features of the Painted Desert.
• B. To explain the geological formation of the Painted Desert.
• C. To persuade people to visit the Painted Desert.
• D. To compare the Painted Desert to other deserts.

Câu 21: Chọn từ vựng phù hợp nhất để miêu tả đất đai bị nứt nẻ do thiếu nước trầm trọng:

• A. moist
• B. cracked
• C. lush
• D. watery

Câu 22: Chuyển câu sau sang hình thức bị động:

• A. Several endangered desert species are tried to protect by conservationists.
• B. Several endangered desert species are being tried to protect by conservationists.
• C. Several endangered desert species is being protected by conservationists.
• D. Several endangered desert species are being protected by conservationists.

Câu 23: Chọn câu sử dụng giới từ chỉ vị trí chính xác trong ngữ cảnh địa lý:

• A. The Mojave Desert is located to the north of the Sonoran Desert.
• B. The Mojave Desert is located on the north of the Sonoran Desert.
• C. The Mojave Desert is located in the north of the Sonoran Desert.
• D. The Mojave Desert is located at the north of the Sonoran Desert.

Câu 24: Đọc hai câu sau:

• A. Flash floods in the desert can be extremely dangerous, but the dry ground cannot absorb water quickly.
• B. Flash floods in the desert can be extremely dangerous because the dry ground cannot absorb water quickly.
• C. Flash floods in the desert can be extremely dangerous, so the dry ground cannot absorb water quickly.
• D. Flash floods in the desert can be extremely dangerous; however, the dry ground cannot absorb water quickly.

Câu 25: Chọn từ vựng phù hợp nhất để miêu tả một khu vực nhỏ, màu mỡ trong sa mạc nơi có nước:

• A. canyon
• B. plateau
• C. oasis
• D. dune

Câu 26: Xác định lỗi sai trong câu sau:

• A. Many
• B. surprised
• C. variety of
• D. exists

Câu 27: Chọn câu sử dụng mạo từ (articles) chính xác nhất trong ngữ cảnh miêu tả chung về sa mạc:

• A. Living in a desert requires special adaptations to the environment.
• B. Living in the desert requires special adaptations to environment.
• C. Living in desert requires special adaptations to the environment.
• D. Living in the desert requires special adaptations to the environment.

Câu 28: Chọn cách diễn đạt tốt nhất ý:

• A. They started their journey early in the morning, so the temperature would rise quickly later.
• B. They started their journey early in the morning so that the temperature would rise quickly later.
• C. Starting their journey early in the morning, the temperature would rise quickly later.
• D. They started their journey early in the morning to avoid the quickly rising temperature later.

Câu 29: Đọc đoạn văn sau và chọn câu tóm tắt ý chính tốt nhất:

• A. All desert animals are nocturnal.
• B. Desert animals have developed various adaptations for survival.
• C. Fennec foxes are the most interesting desert animals.
• D. Getting water is the only challenge for desert animals.

Câu 30: Chọn từ vựng phù hợp nhất để miêu tả sự tàn phá môi trường sa mạc do hoạt động của con người (ví dụ: khai thác quá mức, du lịch không bền vững):

• A. degradation
• B. conservation
• C. preservation
• D. restoration