PRACTICE TEST - ENGLISH 10 GLOBAL SUCCESS

UNIT 5: INVENTIONS Time allowance: 50 minutes

PART 1: CLOZE TEST (GRAMMAR & VOCABULARY)

Read the following advertisement/passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your

answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered
blanks from 1 to 6.

The Smartphone Revolution

Smartphones have become an essential part of our daily lives. They are not just devices
for making calls; they are powerful computers that fit in our pockets. First of all,
smartphones allow us to (1) ______ the internet anywhere, making communication and
information retrieval instant.

Moreover, modern smartphones are highly (2) ______. You can use them to take
professional-quality photos, navigate with GPS, and even track your health. However,
this convenience comes at a price. Some high-end models are quite (3) ______, which
makes it difficult for students to afford them.

Despite the cost, the benefits are undeniable. Many educational apps are available to help
students learn (4) ______. Additionally, smartphones help us stay connected with friends
and family through social media apps. It is hard to imagine a world without these (5)
______ devices. In the future, we can expect even more advanced features as technology
(6) ______ to evolve.

Question 1: A. access B. process C. install D. charge

Question 2: A. economy B. versatile C. portable D. bulky

Question 3: A. economy B. economic C. expensive D. cheap

Question 4: A. effect B. effective C. effectiveness D. effectively

Question 5: A. valueless B. valuable C. value D. valuation

Question 6: A. continues B. stops C. invents D. designs

PART 2: PHRASE & COLLOCATION

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option
that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 7 to 12.

Question 7: This laptop is very _____; it doesn't use much electricity, so the battery lasts
a long time.

A. costly B. economical C. generous D. difficult

Question 8: Students can _____ enormous benefits from using the internet for their
research.

A. get B. make C. do D. take

Question 9: A tablet is more _____ than a desktop computer because you can carry it
around easily.

A. portable B. heavy C. complex D. fixed

Question 10: The new software allows users to _____ large amounts of data very
quickly.

A. charge B. display C. process D. invent

Question 11: Artificial intelligence is being applied _____ various fields such as
medicine and transportation.

A. on B. for C. with D. in

Question 12: To protect your computer from viruses, you should _____ an antivirus
program.

A. install B. plant C. insert D. stick

PART 3: SENTENCE REARRANGEMENT

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct

arrangement of the sentences to make a meaningful paragraph/letter.

Question 13:
 a. Shop assistant: Yes, this model is very popular. It has a fast processor and long battery
life.

b. Customer: I am looking for a laptop that is suitable for graphic design.

c. Shop assistant: Hello, can I help you with anything? A. c – b – a B. c – a – b C. b – c –

a D. a – b – c

Question 14:

a. Nam: I agree. It has completely changed the way we communicate and learn.

b. Lan: What do you think is the most important invention of the 21st century?

c. Lan: That’s true. I use it every day for my studies.

d. Nam: I think it’s the internet.

A. b – d – a – c B. b – a – d – c C. d – b – a – c D. a – b – d – c

Question 15:

a. Firstly, AI robots can perform dangerous tasks, keeping humans safe.

b. Finally, they can work 24/7 without getting tired, increasing productivity.

c. However, there are concerns that AI might replace human jobs in the future.

d. Artificial Intelligence (AI) brings many benefits to our lives.

e. Secondly, they process information much faster than the human brain.

A. d – a – e – b – c B. d – c – a – e – b C. a – b – c – d – e D. d – e – a – c – b

Question 16:

a. Dear Mike,

b. It is very versatile and helps me a lot with my homework.

c. I’m writing to tell you about the new tablet my parents bought for me.

d. I hope you can come over and see it soon.

e. It has a large screen and a stylus pen for drawing.

A. a – c – e – b – d B. a – b – c – e – d C. a – c – b – e – d D. c – a – e – b – d

Question 17:

a. Once the filament is heated, the nozzle moves to create the object layer by layer.

b. 3D printing is a revolutionary technology.

c. First, you need a digital 3D model of the object you want to create.

d. Finally, the object cools down and becomes solid.

e. Then, the printer heats up a plastic material called filament.

A. b – c – e – a – d B. b – a – c – e – d C. c – e – a – d – b D. b – e – c – a – d

PART 4: TEXT COMPLETION (SENTENCE INSERTION)

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet
to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 18 to
22.

The Evolution of Music Players

For decades, how we listen to music has changed dramatically. In the past, people used
vinyl records and cassette tapes, which were often bulky and fragile. (18) _______. The
introduction of the CD (Compact Disc) in the 1980s improved sound quality
significantly, but you still had to carry a discman and a case of CDs.

Then came the MP3 player in the late 1990s. (19) _______. Suddenly, you could carry
thousands of songs in your pocket. This invention paved the way for the iPod, which
revolutionized the music industry.

Today, most people use their smartphones to listen to music. (20) _______. With
streaming services like Spotify and Apple Music, we have access to millions of songs
instantly. We no longer need to own physical copies of albums. (21) _______.

However, some audiophiles (people who love high-quality sound) argue that digital
music loses some quality compared to vinyl. (22) _______. Despite this, the convenience
of digital streaming makes it the dominant choice for the majority.
Question 18:

A. They were easy to store in small places.

B. Listening to music required staying in one place or carrying heavy equipment.

C. Digital music was already popular at that time.

D. Musicians preferred these formats for their low cost.

Question 19:

A. This device allowed users to store digital music files on a small hard drive.

B. It was much larger than a cassette player.

C. It used batteries that ran out very quickly.

D. The sound quality was worse than the radio.

Question 20:

A. Smartphones are not designed for playing music.

B. Physical inventions are making a comeback.

C. These devices combine a phone, camera, and music player into one.

D. People prefer to use separate devices for each task.

Question 21:

A. This saves a lot of physical space in our homes.

B. This makes it harder to find new music.

C. This increases the cost of producing music.

D. This requires a very large storage room.

Question 22:

A. Therefore, they are throwing away their old records.

B. As a result, vinyl records have completely disappeared.

C. Consequently, there has been a recent resurgence in the popularity of vinyl records.

D. In contrast, they believe digital music is superior.

PART 5: READING COMPREHENSION (CLASSIC)

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct
answer to each of the questions from 23 to 30.

Thomas Edison: The Wizard of Menlo Park

Thomas Alva Edison is one of the most famous inventors in history. He was born in 1847
in Ohio, USA. Interestingly, Edison only attended school for a few months. His mother, a
former teacher, taught him at home because his school teacher thought he was "slow."
Edison was a very curious child. He set up a laboratory in his basement when he was just
10 years old. Throughout his life, he held 1,093 patents for his inventions. He is best
known for inventing the phonograph, the motion picture camera, and the long-lasting,
practical electric light bulb.

The invention of the light bulb was not easy. Edison and his team tested thousands of
materials to find the right filament that would glow without burning out quickly. He
famously said, "I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work." This
quote shows his incredible perseverance.

Edison also created the world's first industrial research laboratory in Menlo Park, New
Jersey. This was a place where teams of people worked together to develop new products.
This method of collaborative research is still used by major technology companies today.
It changed the way inventions were made, moving from the lone inventor to a team-
based approach.

Question 23: Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an invention of Thomas

Edison?

A. The phonograph B. The telephone C. The motion picture camera D. The electric light
bulb

Question 24: Why did Edison’s mother teach him at home?

A. Because the school was too far away.

B. Because the family was too poor to pay school fees.

C. Because his teacher considered him a slow learner.

D. Because Edison refused to go to school.

Question 25: The word "perseverance" in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to:

A. intelligence B. persistence C. creativity D. generousness

Question 26: The word "It" in the last paragraph refers to:

A. The light bulb B. Menlo Park C. The industrial research laboratory D. Technology
companies

Question 27: Which statement is TRUE according to the passage?

A. Edison invented the light bulb on his very first try.

B. Edison worked alone on all his inventions.

C. Edison had over 1,000 patents in his lifetime.

D. Edison attended university for many years.

Question 28: What was special about the laboratory in Menlo Park?

A. It was the first place to use teamwork for inventing.

B. It was located in Edison’s basement.

C. It was used only for making movies.

D. It was a school for young inventors.

Question 29: Which of the following best paraphrases the sentence: "I have not failed.
I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work."?

A. Failure is inevitable, so we should stop trying.

B. Mistakes are part of the learning process towards success.

C. I made 10,000 mistakes and I am disappointed.

D. Working is difficult if you don't know the way.

Question 30: What is the main idea of the passage?

A. The childhood of Thomas Edison.

B. How to make a light bulb.

C. The life and contributions of Thomas Edison.

D. The history of American inventors.

PART 6: READING COMPREHENSION (ADVANCED)

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct
answer to each of the questions from 31 to 40.

Driverless Cars: The Future of Transport? Automated vehicles, commonly known as

driverless or self-driving cars, are no longer just science fiction. [I] They are being tested
on roads around the world and promise to revolutionize transportation. Major tech
companies and car manufacturers are racing to develop the safest and most efficient
autonomous technology. [

II] The primary argument for driverless cars is safety. Human error is the cause of over
90% of traffic accidents. Computers, unlike humans, do not get tired, distracted, or drunk.
They use sensors, cameras, and radar to detect obstacles and make decisions in
milliseconds. Advocates claim that widespread adoption of these vehicles could save
millions of lives every year.

[III] Another benefit is efficiency. Driverless cars can communicate with each other to
optimize traffic flow, reducing congestion and fuel consumption. They could also provide
mobility to the elderly and disabled, who are currently unable to drive themselves.
Imagine a world where you can summon a car with an app, sleep during your commute,
and arrive refreshed.

[IV] However, there are significant challenges. One major issue is the ethical dilemma
facing AI. If a crash is unavoidable, how should the car’s computer decide who to
protect? For example, should it swerve to hit a wall, killing the passenger, to save a group
of pedestrians? Additionally, there are concerns about cybersecurity—hackers could
potentially seize control of the vehicles. The transition from human-driven to fully
autonomous cars will likely take decades.
Question 31: Where in the passage does the following sentence best fit? "We are now
seeing these vehicles operating in cities like San Francisco and Phoenix."

A. [I] B. [II] C. [III] D. [IV]

Question 32: The word "Advocates" in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to:

A. Opponents B. Inventors C. Supporters D. Drivers

Question 33: Which of the following summarizes paragraph 3?

A. The potential economic costs of driverless cars.

B. The benefits regarding traffic flow and accessibility.

C. How driverless cars communicate with satellites.

D. The entertainment features inside a driverless car.

Question 34: The word "transition" in paragraph 4 is OPPOSITE in meaning to:

A. change B. movement C. stagnation D. shift

Question 35: The word "it" in paragraph 4 refers to:

A. a crash B. the car's computer C. the passenger D. a major issue

Question 36: According to the passage, which of the following is NOT mentioned as a
benefit of driverless cars?

A. Reducing traffic accidents caused by human error. B. Helping the elderly and disabled
travel. C. Eliminating the need for car insurance completely. D. Reducing fuel
consumption and traffic jams.

Question 37: Which statement is TRUE according to the passage?

A. Driverless cars are currently banned in all cities.

B. Computers react slower than humans in emergencies.

C. Human error causes a minority of traffic accidents.

D. Driverless cars do not suffer from fatigue or distraction.

Question 38: Which of the following best paraphrases the statement about the "ethical
dilemma" in paragraph 4?

A. AI cars will always choose to save the driver no matter what.

B. It is difficult to program a machine to make moral life-and-death decisions.

C. Pedestrians are always safer than passengers in driverless cars.

D. There are no laws governing how AI should behave in an accident.

Question 39: Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?

A. Driverless cars will completely replace human drivers by next year.

B. Cybersecurity is a minor issue that has already been solved.

C. The technology is perfect and requires no further testing.

D. While the technology offers great promise, legal and moral issues remain.

Question 40: What is the best title for the passage?

A. How to Build a Self-Driving Car

B. The Dangers of Artificial Intelligence

C. Driverless Cars: Promises and Challenges

D. The History of the Automobile Industry