ETS 08

Question 1

The “van” parked outside was filed with boxes ready to be delivered.

Answer 1

a covered vehicle with no side windows in its back half, usually smaller than a lorry, used for carrying goods or people
Xe tải

Question 2

The “shrubs” provided a habitat for small animals and insects.

Answer 2

a large plant that is smaller than a tree and that has several stems of wood coming from the ground
Cây bụi

Question 3

They used a “paddle” to move the canoe through the calm lake.

Answer 3

a short pole with a wide, flat part at one end or both ends, used for moving a small boat or canoe through the water

Question 4

Traffic lights have been placed at all major “intersections”

Answer 4

a place where two or more roads, lines, etc. meet or cross each other
Giao lộ

Question 5

The birdhouse was mounted on a tall “post” in the backyard.

Answer 5

a vertical stick or pole stuck into the ground, usually to support something or show a position
Cột trụ

Question 6

The “branches” of the tree were heavy with ripe fruit.

Answer 6

a part of a tree that grows out from the main stem and on which leaves, flowers and fruit grow
Cành cây

Question 7

They sat under the “shade” of the large oak tree to escape the summer heat.

Answer 7

an area that is dark and cool under or behind something, for example a tree or building, because the sun’s light does not get to it
Bóng mát

Question 8

She applied “conditioner” to her hair after shampooing to make it soft and shiny.

Answer 8

a liquid or cream used to improve the condition of hair after washing
Dầu xả

Question 9

She made a homemade “dressing” for the salad with olive oil, vinegar, and herbs.

Answer 9

a thin sauce added to salads, usually made from oil, vinegar, salt, pepper, etc.
Nước sốt salad

Question 10

She sat in the airport “terminal” waiting for her flight to be called.

Answer 10

a building or set of buildings at an airport where passengers arrive and leave
Nhà ga

Question 11

The steam from the kettle escaped through the “vent”.

Answer 11

an opening that allows air, gas or liquid to pass out of or into a room, building, container, etc.
Lỗ thông khí

Question 12

The sink was slow to drain because of a “clog”.

Answer 12

to block something or to become blocked
Bịt lại, tắc nghẽn

Question 13

The astronomer used a “refractor” telescope to observe the distant galaxies.

Answer 13

to make waves, such as those of light, sound or energy, change direction when they go through at an angle
Khúc xạ

Question 14

With the “hydroponic” method, plants can be grown in water without soil.
/ˌhaɪdrəˈpɒnɪks/

Answer 14

the process of growing plants in water or sand, rather than in soil
Thủy canh

Question 15

With the help of “satellites”, scientists can study distant planets and galaxies.
/ˈsætəlaɪt/

Answer 15

an electronic device that is sent into space and moves around the earth or another planet. It is used for communicating by radio, television, etc. and for gathering information.
Vệ tinh

Question 16

The driver had to “pull up” at the red light.

Answer 16

(of a vehicle or its driver) to stop

Question 17

He checked the “rearview” mirror before changing lanes.
/ˌrɪə vjuː ˈmɪrə(r)/

Answer 17

a mirror in a car or other vehicle that allows the driver to see the traffic behind
Gương chiếu hậu

Question 18

The driver had to “maneuver” his car carefully through the narrow streets.
/məˈnuːvə(r)/

Answer 18

to move or turn with skill or care
Điều khiển/Lái (xe)

Question 19

She took a “pottery” class to learn how to make ceramic bowls.
/ˈpɒtəri/

Answer 19

pots, dishes, etc. made with clay that are baked in an oven, especially when they are made by hand
Đồ gốm

Question 20

She wrote an essay to “justify” her point of view.

Answer 20

to give an explanation or excuse for something or for doing something
Biện minh bào chữa

Question 21

She won the “title” of Best Performer in the dance competition.

Answer 21

the position of being the winner of a competition, especially a sports competition
Danh hiệu

Question 22

Investing in real estate can be “lucrative” venture if done wisely.
/ˈluːkrətɪv/

Answer 22

producing a large amount of money; making a large profit
hái ra tiền

Question 23

The lead actress was ill, so her “understudy” had to perform in the play.

Answer 23

an actor who learns the part of another actor in a play so that they can play that part if necessary
Người dự bị

Question 24

The “intermission” provides a break for performers and an opportunity for the audience to reflect on the performance so far.

Answer 24

a short period of time between the parts of a play, film, etc.
Thời gian tạm nghỉ

Question 25

Astronauts must be cautious of space “debris” when conducting missions outside their spacecraft.

Answer 25

pieces of wood, metal, building materials, etc. that are left after something has been destroyed
Mảnh vỡ, mãnh vụn

Question 26

To prevent the pipes from “corroding” they were coated with a protective layer.
/kəˈrəʊd/

Answer 26

to slowly destroy or damage metal, stone or other materials by chemical action
Ăn mòn

Question 27

The test “strip” changed color, indicating a positive result.

Answer 27

a long narrow piece of paper, metal, cloth, etc.
Que

Question 28

The opening of the new school was marked with a “ceremonial” ribbon cutting.
/ˌserɪˈməʊniəl/

Answer 28

relating to or used in a ceremony
Nghi lễ

Question 29

He kept a small “shovel” in his car to use in case he got stuck in the snow.

Answer 29

a tool like a spade with a long handle and a broad metal part with curved edges, used for moving earth, snow, sand, etc.
Chiếc xẻng

Question 30

He read an “archaeological” report about the recent discoveries in Egypt.
/ˌɑːkiəˈlɒdʒɪkl/

Answer 30

​connected with the study of cultures of the past and of periods of history by examining the parts of buildings and objects found in the ground
Khảo cổ

Question 31

The family tree showed the names of her “ancestors” going back several generations.
/ˈænsestə(r)/

Answer 31

a person in your family who lived a long time ago
Tổ tiên

Question 32

She added a “tablespoon” of sugar to sweeten her coffee.

Answer 32

a large spoon, used especially for serving food
Muỗng canh

Question 33

The “debate” focused on who should pay for the changes.

Answer 33

(a) serious discussion of a subject in which many people take part
Cuộc tranh luận

Question 34

The population of the city has grown “exponentially” over the past decade.
/ˌekspəˈnenʃəli/

Answer 34

in a way that becomes quicker and quicker as something that increases becomes larger
Nhanh chóng

Question 35

He was “eligibly” qualified for the scholarship due to his excellent academic record.
/ˈel.ɪ.dʒə.bli/

Answer 35

in a way that satisfies the necessary conditions or has the necessary qualities
Đủ tư cách, đủ điều kiện

Question 36

The teacher “explicitly” stated the rules of the classroom on the first day of school.
/ɪkˈsplɪsɪtli/

Answer 36

clearly or directly, so that the meaning is easy to understand
Rõ ràng dễ hiểu

Question 37

The “inscription” on the tombstone revealed the person’s name and dates of birth and death.

Answer 37

words written in the front of a book or cut in stone or metal
Chữ in, chữ khắc

Question 38

It’s important to “persevere” and keep trying, even when things get tough.
/ˌpɜːsəˈvɪə(r)/

Answer 38

to continue trying to do or achieve something despite difficulties
Kiên trì

Question 39

It is France “versus” Brazil in the final.
/ˈvɜː.səs/

Answer 39

used to show that two teams or sides are against each other
Đối đầu

Question 40

His calculations were incorrect because of a faulty “assumption”.

Answer 40

a belief or feeling that something is true or that something will happen, although there is no proof
Giả định, giả thuyết

Question 41

The airline has strict regulations about the weight of “cargo” that can be carried.

Answer 41

the goods carried in a ship, an aircraft or a motor vehicle
Hàng hóa

Question 42

The project is “past due” so the team is working overtime to complete it.

Answer 42

past the date on which a payment should have been made
Quá hạn