NAME;…NGUYEN THI BACH TUYET
Bài tập viết lại câu và cấu tạo từ (Đề thi HSG 12 HN 0506)
I. For each of the sentences below, write a new sentence as similar as possible in meaning to the
original sentence, but using the word given. This word must not be changed in any way. (4 pts)
1. I bought myself a present because I wanted to stop myself feeling unhappy. (CHEER)
 __________________________________________________ _____
2. The news of his death was such a shock that it hasn't been clearly understood yet. (SUNK)
 __________________________________________________
3. The offer to go and work in Australia was a complete surprise. (BLUE)
 __________________________________________________
4. Considering that she's only just started, she's doing very well. (BEARING)
 ________________________________________________
5. The number of comprehensive schools was growing, with Central Government encouragement.
(GROWTH)
 ______________________________________________
6. The average family surveyed expects to spend $ 20.000 on education over the years.
 _____________________________________________
7. The high cost of private education is not a deterrent. (PUT OFF)
 ____________________________________________
8. To pay school fees, 83% of the parents surveyed cut down on holidays and travel. (REDUCED)
 _________________________________________
II. Give the correct form of the words. (2,5 pts)
1. Bill was given a medal in ____________ of his services. (RECOGNISE)
2. All ____________ must be received before July 19th 2005. (APPLY)
3. Karen and Catherine are ____________ twins. (IDENTITY)
4. You look rather ____________. Are you worried about something? (OCCUPY)
5. I'm sure that the whole problem is a simple ____________. (UNDERSTAND)
6. Going swimming every day would have very ____________ effects. (BENENT)
7. It's much more ____________ to buy large size packets. (ECONOMY)
8. My ankle is really ____________ and I cannot walk easily. (SWELL)
9. The government's ____________ approach has brought criticism. (COMPROMISE)

=>in spite of. ……………………..
15.Although he did not speak dutch,Bod decided to settle in Amsterdam
.=>Inspite of ………………………..
16.I love music although I can”t play any musical instrucment
=>Despite……………………………….
.17.Althoug he had a good salary he was unhappy in his job
.=>..In spite……………………………..
.IV.Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first one, using the word given. Do not change
the word given. You must use between 2 and 5 words:
1. It's always been her ambition to write a successful novel.(dreamt)
She...a successful novel.
2.Why are you against inviting Jackie to the party?(objection)
What's... Jackie to the party?
3.You got lost because you did not do what I told you.(instructions)
If..., you wouldn't have got lost.
4.I couldn't remember the name of my hotel when I got into the taxi.(called)
I couldn't remember...when I got into the taxi.
5.It is said that these herbs are good for you.
These herbs...good.
6.In spite of working untill very late, I couldn't complete the task. (fact)
Despite...untill very late, I couldn't complete the task.
7.If you don't hurry, you 'll miss the bus.(better)
I think... you 'll miss the bus.
8.Mike hates other people criticizing him.(stand)
Mike... other people criticize him.
9.People say that Paris is a wonderful city.(supposed)
Paris...a wonderful city.
10.Elizabeth had difficulty in accepting the situation.(difficult)
Elizabeth... the situati
IV. 1, A.company B.official C.Australia D.encounter