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Questions 16 to 18 refer to the following text

Orville Wright was a co-inventor of the airplane and the first person to fly a powered
machine. Born on August 19th, 1871 in Dayton, Ohio, Orville and his brother, Wilbur were
very interested in flying.
In 1900, they constructed a glider that could carry a pilot. In the following year, they
constructed a wind tunnel and tested about 200 wing design.
On December 17th, 1903, Orvlle became the first person to fly a powered aircraft. He
stayed on the air for 12 second at Kill Devil Hills near Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. This
experiment cost a lot of money, but he never gave up. He designed and sold bicycles for a
living.
In 1905, Wright brothers offered the airplane to the US War Department, but it was
declined. Nevertheless, they obtained a patent for the airplane in 1906.
In 1908, Orville and Wilbur completed the first airplane for the US Army; but it
crashed. A year later, however, an identical craft was tested and accepted. In the same year,
Wright brothers established the Wrights Company to manufacture airplane.
After struggling for a long time to make his dream and many peoples dream to fly
come true, Orville Wright finally gained success. On January 30th, 1948, he died in peace.

16. Orville got money for his experiment by...

A. Asking some money from the US Army
B. Designing and selling bicycles
C. Selling the aircraft wings
D. Selling airplane
17. ...to manufacture airplane. The underlined word has the similar meaning to...
A. Completed
B. Accepted
C. Established
D. Produced
18. The following statements are INCORRECT, except...
A. Wright brothers tested less than a hundred of wing designs
B. In 1903, Orville was on the air for an hour
C. Wrights experiment was very expensive
D. Wright brothers were the first person to fly a powered aircraft.
On the banks of the Chao Phraya, Bangkoks River of kings lies a hotel that has
already set new standards of hospitality for this celebrated.
Set in magnificently landscape tropical gardens, the Shangri-la Bangkok provides
guests with all the charm and warmth of the orient and, at the same time, and unsurpassed
range of facilities and leisure activities.
There is a choice of 12 superb settings in which to wine and dine, a large free-form
swimming pool that overlooks the river convention and meeting facilities for up to 2.000
people, and a 24 hour business center. And, from every single guestroom and suite, there is a
breathtaking view all the exotic hustle and bustle of the fabled River of King.
One might expect such a well-equiped and positioned hotel to be miles away from the
city centre but, at the Shangri-la Bangkok the business district and main shopping areas are
minutes away.
For more than 200 years, Bangkoks grandeur has been reflected in the waters of the
Chao Phraya. Today the Shangri-la Bangkok towers besides this majestic river, offers its guest
the golden promise of the east.

19. In the second paragraph the writer describes...

 A. The location of Shangri-la
B. The golden promise of the East
C. The reflection of Bangkoks granduer
D. The distance of Shangrila Bangkoks to business district
20. Today the Shangri-la Bangkok towers besides this majestic river, offers its guest the golden
promise of the east. The word its refers to...
a. Bangkoks river
b. Shangri-la Bangkok tower
c. Majestic river
d. River of king
Here's how to make containers for melted wax candles.

Gather: Candle wax and pre-waxed, pre-tabbed wicks (available at craft stores)
Containers for candles, tea cups, old glasses, etc
Double boiler, Wood chopsticks or skewers

Create:
1. Prepare your containers by cleaning them and filling them with water to be sure they
don't leak.
2. Add a bit of melted wax on the bottom of the wicks' tin base and place at the bottom
of your container. Lay a skewer over the container and wrap the wick around the
skewer so it stands straight up.
3. Using the double boiler, melt enough wax to fill your candle containers. Be very
careful with the hot wax. Wax is very flammable. Please take all the necessary
precautions before melting the wax.
4. Pour the wax into the containers. When they harden, you can add another layer of
wax to the top if you need to create a smoother surface.
5. Let the wax fully harden (about 24 hours), and trim the excess wick. That's it!
6. These make the loveliest gifts. Add a personal label, a friend's monogram or just a
strip of pretty vintage paper around a tin to make a one-of-a-kind gift.

21. What should you do after you melt the wax?

A. Take all the necessary precautions
B. Pour the wax into the containers
C. Add another layer of wax
D. Let the wax fully harden
22. How can we make it as the exquisite gifts?
A. Put the chopsticks and skewers
B. Glue some paper around the tin
C. Add a friend's monogram
D. Tear a strip of pretty vintage paper
A laptop is akind of computer unit which has the same function as a PC (Personal
Computer), but its smaller, lighter, and of different sizes. Nowadays, most people choose
laptops for several reasons.
A laptop is a portable device. This portability is very helpful for our work, study and
other activities. We do not need complicated cable instalations to activate a laptop, and with
a laptop, we can do our work anytime anywhere.
Moreover, a laptop allows us to access the internet in public placeswhich provides
free access called hot spotb areas. Some people like to use this facilities to carry out their
task.
Finally, a laptop consumes energy more efficientlythan a PC does. This device uses
a rechargeable battery as a source of electric energy. So if we prefer using a laptop, it means
that we support the government program to save energy.
Thats why a laptop has become very popular recently.
23. A public place where we can have free access to the internet is a/an...
A. Free access
B. Internet instalatioan
C. Laptop facility
D. Hot spot area
24. From the text we know that...
A. A laptop is usually more expensive than a PC
B. More people like a laptop better than PC
C. More people like a PC better than laptop
D. A laptop is cheaper now than it was before
Good afternoon passengers. This is your captain speaking. First I'd like to welcome everyone on
Rightwing Flight 86A. We are curently cruising at an altitude of 33,000 feet at an airspeed of 400
miles per hour. The time is 1:25 pm. The weather looks good and with the tailwind on our side we
are expecting to land in London approximately fifteen minutes ahead of schedule. The weather in
London is clear and sunny, with a high of 25 degrees for this afternoon. If the weather cooperates
we should get a great view of the city as we take off. The cabin crew will be coming around in
about twenty minutes time to offer you a light snack and beverage, and the in-flight movie will
begin shortly after that. I'll talk to you again before we reach our destination. Until then, sit back,
relax and enjoy the rest of the flight.

25. The following statements are true, except...

A. The flight is heading to London
B. The weather in London is bright
C. The plane doesnt take off yet
D. The captain will not talk to the passanger again.
26. ...to offer you a light snack and beverage the underlined word has similar meaning with...
A. Food
B. Meal
C. Drink
D. Chips

JVP PHARMACY

111 OAK DRIVE

Name : Sydney Drake Dr.:

GRANDVIEW
Rx# 230206448 Levine
ZENDREX 10mg Exp. 08/09
One tablet daily
In the evening or at bedtime
Caution: avoid operating a motor vehicle if drowsiness occurs.
DISCARD AFTER 08/15/09
Keep out of the reach of children
Store away from heat, direct light, or moisture

27. The drug is suggested to be taken...

A. Two tablets daily
B. Before going to bed
C. During operating a vehicle
D. When drowsiness occurs
28. The drugs should be kept...
A. Away from the direct light
 B. Under the heat
C. In a moist place
D. Near children
29. The drug should not be used...
A. Before ninth August
B. After fifteenth August
C. After two thousand seven
D. After two thousand eight
For question 30 to 41, chose the appropriate expression to complete the dialog.
30. Fina : Morning Ayu, My best friend, you look bad today, what happened to you?
Cindy : oh, it is only a little problems.
FIna : please, tell me, maybe I can give the solutions
Cindy : Ok. I feel sad because I do not have money to pay for the college tuition.
Fina : ...
A. You should tell your parents if you have no money.
B. Oh...its so pity.
C. I dont care about your problem
D. I would tell to administration
E. Its too bad.

31. Dina : Its so hot here.

Doni : ...
A. Would you like to go out? D. Would you like me to turn off the AC?
B. Would you like to turn on the hitter? E. Would you like to turn off the radio?
C. Would you like me to turn on the AC?

32. Ridwan : why didnt you come to my house last tonight?

Ardi : Im sorry, I was about to go there but,
A. I dont think it is necessary
B. My friends came and they wanted me to teach mathematic
C. I am feeling unwell
D. It will be raining heavily so I decide to stay at home.
E. I didnt go any where.
33. Nana : my mother wants me to become chef actually I want to doctor.
Ria : if I were you.
A. I will take my mother advice C. I will take the cance
B. I would have disagreed with her E. I would discuss it again with her
C. I would like to be an doctor
34. Jane : My father fixed the car yesterday.
Joni :
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Jakarta, the capital city of Republic of Indonesia, is a special territory enjoying the status of a
province, covering an area of 637,44 square km (41)...on the northern coast of west Java, it is the
center of government, commerce, and industtry, and such has an extensive communication
network with the rest of the country and the outside world. As Indonesias main gateway, the
Soekarno-Hatta International airport serves a growing number of international airline and
domestic flight. Jakarta is a city of contrasts; the traditional and the modern, the rich and the
poor, the sacral and the worldly, often stand side (42)...side in this bustling metropolis. Even its
population, gathered from all those diverse and ethnic and (43)...cultural groups which compose
Indonesia, are constantly juxtaposed as an ever present reminder of the national motto; Unity in
Diversity.
41. A. Placed B. Rested C. Planted D. Located
42. A. By B. Of C. At D. On
43. A. Educational B. Intelectual C. Historical D. Cultural
We have a winner
Jane Jhonson is our Employee of the month for the second time in five months, our customers
have selected Jane as their (44)...customer service representative. Jane has a reputation for courtesy
and concern, qualities which reflect well on the Doe Corporation.
For her effort, we are sending Jane and her spouse, Jhon, on an all expenses paid vacation at the
(45)... Saddleback Resort. Our heartfelt thanks to all she does at Doe.

44. A. Out of favor B. Disgraced C. Unworthy D. Favorite

45. A. Unpleasant B. Luxurious C. Uncomfortable D. little
The Communication Strategies workshop will help (46)...understand the different methods of
communication and how to make the most of each of them. These strategies will (47) a great
benefit for any organization and its employees. They will trickle down throughout the organization
and (48) impact everyone involved.

46. A. Participant B. Commitee C. Viewers D. Speakers

47. A. Provide B. Grant C. Impart D. Take
48. A. Harmfully B. Hopefully C. Positively D. harmlessly
Beef burgers are 49) very simple food. All you need is a pound of minced beef, which you make
with the other thing-salt and pepper, paprika, a teaspoon of mustard, oh, and an egg as well. You
break the egg in a bowl, of course, and mix all the things together with a fork. When its smooth
and well 50) , make round burgers from the mixture, and roll them in some flour. Then you need
a frying pan and some oil. Fry the burgers on both sides for about 15 minutes, until they are brown.
When they are ready, get some soft bread rolls and cut them in a half. Put the burgers inside them
and eat them as soon as possible.

49. A. Really B. Sincerely C. Especially D. carefully

50. A. Varied B. Mixed C. Merged D. Joined