Hỏi đáp Unit 8 Tiếng Anh lớp 9 phần Read

The number of people ___________________________

Unless _____________________________________

He was made .................................................................

If you ..................................................................................

After he................................................................

If ..........................................................................................

The waiter recommended ...................................

If we now know enough to be able to make changes in the genetic material that we hand on to our children, why not seize this power? Why not control what has been left to chance in the past?
Social and environmental influences already control many other aspects of our children’s lives and identities. We do not quarrel with the use of orthodontics to straighten teeth, or good nutrition and education to enhance intelligence. Can we really reject positive genetic influences on the next generation’s minds and bodies when we accept the rights of parents to benefit their children in every other way?
 It seems to me inevitable that genetic engineering will eventually be used. It will probably begin in a
way that is most ethically acceptable to the largest portion of society, to prevent babies inheriting
conditions that have a severe impact on the quality of life, such as heart or lung conditions. The number of parents needing or desiring this service might be tiny, but their experience would help to ease society’s fears, and geneticists could then begin to expand their services to prevent the
inheritance of genes leading to other disorders that have a less severe impact, or an impact delayed until adulthood. At the same time, other genes could be added to improve various health
characteristics and disease resistance in children who would not otherwise have been born with any particular problem.
 The final frontier will be the mind and the senses. Here, genetic engineering could have enormous
benefits. Alcohol addiction could be eliminated, along with tendencies toward mental disease and
antisocial behavior like extreme aggression. People’s senses of sight and hearing could be improved, allowing for new dimensions in art and music. And when our understanding of brain development has advanced, geneticists will be able to provide parents with the option of enhancing various intellectual attributes as well.
 Is there a limit to what can be accomplished with genetic enhancements? Some experts say there are boundaries beyond which we can’t go. But humans have a tendency to prove the experts wrong. One way to identify types of human enhancements that lie in the realm of possibility – no matter how outlandish they may seem today – is to consider what already exists in the living world. If another living creature already has a particular attribute, then we can work out its genetic basis and eventually we should be able to make it available to humans. For example, we could provide humans with a greatly enhanced sense of smell like that of dogs and other mammals, and the ability to “see” objects in complete darkness through a biological sonar system like the one that allows bats to find
their way in the dark.
 In the long term, it might be possible to identify the genetic information which allows creatures to
live under extreme conditions here on Earth – like the microscopic bacteria that live in scalding hot
water around volcanic vents on the ocean floor, far removed from light and free oxygen, and other
creatures that use a biological form of antifreeze to thrive in sub-zero temperatures around
Antarctica. One day it may even be possible to incorporate photosynthetic units into human embryos so that humans could receive energy directly from the sun, just like plants. Such genetic gifts could allow these genetically modified humans to survive on other planets in the solar system, where they could in turn use genetic engineering to further enhance the ability of their own children to survive in
their chosen worlds.

In the short term, though, most genetic enhancements will surely be much more mundane. They will provide little fixes to all of the naturally occurring genetic defects that shorten the lives of so many people. They will enrich physical and cognitive attributes in small ways. But as the years go by over the next two centuries, the number and variety of possible genetic extensions to the basic human
genome* will rise dramatically – like the additions to computer operating systems that occurred
during the 1980s and 1990s. Extensions that were once unimaginable will become indispensable – to those parents who are able to afford them.
* The total of all the genes that are found in one living thing
Question 31: According to the writer, what has been “left to chance in the past”?
A. the genetic compatibility of potential parents
B. the social and environmental factors affecting children
C. the qualities and characteristics that children inherit
D. the ways in which parents may benefit their children
Question 32: Genetic engineering may first be applied to disabilities affecting babies because ______.
A. the greatest long-term benefit would be provided B. this would be the least controversial use
C. this would prevent so much suffering D. the social consequences are so severe
Question 33: Once genetic engineering is accepted, it may be used to ______.
A. improve the mental capabilities of unborn children
B. extend understanding of how the brain works
C. bring a new realism to art and music
D. cure people with alcohol-related problems
Question 34: Looking further into the future, the writer suggests that human attributes ______.
A. could be transferred to other living creatures
B. can only be enhanced with characteristics from other humans
C. should not be interfered with beyond certain limits
D. could be improved with genetic information from other creatures
Question 35: The writer suggests that genetic engineering may ultimately allow humans to ______.
A. live under the ocean B. reproduce with creatures from other planets
C. produce energy by using the Sun D. live and reproduce in inhospitable conditions
Question 36: In the final paragraph the writer implies that genetic engineering ______.
A. should only be used to deal with genetic defects B. will be affected by computer technology
C. may not be used to benefit everyone equally D. will one day be taken for granted by everyone
Question 37: What can be inferred about the writer's attitude?
A. He is concerned about the implications of future developments.
B. He is enthusiastic about future developments in genetic engineering.
C. He is disappointed by the limited advances already achieved.
D. He is hopeful that there will be rapid developments in the near future.
Question 38: Which of the following is CLOSEST in meaning to the word thrive in paragraph 5?
A. survive B. surrender C. flourish D. perish

A new breed of superstar Nowadays , many people become household names through professions that were once thought of as simply respectable , rather than glamorous . Take lawyers , for example . Getting a job with a top law ( 1 ) —     may not only ensure financial security due to the astronomical ( 2 )_____ lawyers can command , but it may also bring the same superstar -____ ( 3 . mesthet - e a Hollywood actor . There are very few Americans who do not 4 ____ the name of the independent public prosecutor , Kenneth Starr . But a person must be ( 5 ) _ __out to be a lawyer in order to be successful . Firstly , a persuasive character is essential to getting every member of the jury to ( 6 )____ in with your line of argument . Secondly , the ( 7 ) ___to judge character is vital , since a witness's ( 8 )_____ to a question may be more significant than the answer given . ( 9 )_____ , leadership qualities are fundamental . Top lawyers do not have the time to ( 10 )_____all the research necessary in a case by themselves . As a result , they have to set an example for those under their command , so that they can count on the team to work conscientiously .

 

1. A company  B firm     C Industry   D business 

2. A tips          B fares       C rewards   D fees

3.A  levels       B fame        C status     D stance

4 A recognize  B remind    C memorise  D retain

5. A suited        B cut           C stood       D made 

6.A go                B call           C get           D fall

7.A certainly      B capability  C will        D ability 

8 A look              B reaction     C action   D response 

9 A eventually    B finally        C ultimately  D conclusively

10 A take            B do               C make        D carry

She was nominated ____ a special award.

a. to

b. on

c. of

d. for

_____Beth has a new car, she no longer takes the commuter train to work. She drives to work every day.

a. In case

b. While

c. Although

d. Now that

We can predict _____ this information what is likely to happen next.

a. with

b. from

c. on

d. by

The soldiers will be __ parade tomorrow.

a. on

b. in

c. at

d. Ø

Decorate the cake ____ raspberries and whipped cream.

a. on

b. by

c. in

d. with

They organized a dinner _____ celebration of the year’s successes.

a. for

b. on

c. in

d. with

What kind(s) ofsports can you play

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Tet, one of the most important festivals in Vietnam , usually occurs around the end of January and the beginning of february or on the fist days based on the lunar calendar . Tet holiday is a wonderful occasion for Vietnamese families to celebrate in which people will dress new fancy clothes,reunite together, and serve some special traditional food . Vietnamese people usually dress new clothes during Tet holiday. The clothing in this occasion is spacial and colorful. Adults wear "Ao dai " while chidren wear new and fashionable clothes which their parents usually buy for them before Tet. Moreover , the warm atmosphere of the reunion that it brings to families is also an imporant thing to know about Tet. They give the greeting wishes to each other . Children may be the most excited because they can receive lucky money from the elders. One of the most meaningful things about Tet is united meal because people can enjoy traditional food together such as Banh Chung , Banh Tet , Vietnamese sausage , sticky rice or candied fruits

1.When does tet take place ?

2.Do both adults and children wear the traditional dress at Tet ?

3.Why are children so excited about Tet ?

4.What do Vietnamese people often do in the fist morning of tet?

5.According to the passage , what are specialities people can enjoy at Tet?

Fill in the blank with a, an or the if necessary

1. .... first man to land on ....moon said: "This is .... small step for....man. But a giant step for mankind."

2. Take .... seat, I have told you....hundred times not to come into ..... room with.....hat on.

I.Rewrite:

1. she often wore jeans when she was young.

=>She used........................................

2. he is not a poor man any more.

=> he used..............................................

3. Nga enjoys listening to traditional stories.

=>Nga is....................................

4. she doesn't have money to buy this car. (rich)

=> she..............................................

5. you should not stay up so late in the evening.

=>you had............................

6. my parents didn't let me go out in the evening.

=>my parents didn't allow........................................................

7. Sarah needs to improve her English.

=>Sarah's English.............................................

8. we are going to teach our students some new English words tomoow.

=> some new english words..........................................

9. This hose is considered not to be as expensive as many people think.

=>they...............................................

10. ''what did you do yesterday?'' her friend asked.

=>her friend wanted to know.......................................................

II.Give the correct form or tense of verbs.

1. Jane saw her old friend while she (cross).....................the stress.

2. He had his father (decorate)....................his Christmas card yesterday.

3. I saw him (water).......................the flowers in the garden.

4. Paul is said (be)..............the brightest student in the class.

5. The poem which (write).....................by Clement Clarke Moore, become popular in the USA.

6.When he realized I (look).................at him, he (turn).......................away.

7. It was late, so we decided.................(take)a taxi home.

8. We were hungry, so I suggested......................(have)dinner early.

9. When I'm tired, I don't enjoy.................(question)by other people.

Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means exactly the same as the sentences printed before it

1. No one has lived in that house for years.

-> that....................................................

2. In spite of all our warnings, he left camp without taking his refle.

-> Although................................................................

3. It's a pity that you wrote that letter.

-> I'd.................................................

4. We must continue our efforts, whether there are problems or not.

-> Regardless.......................................................................

5. The reason I came here was sololy to try and imrpove conditions.

-> My sole purpose...............................................

6. "Less noise!" the teacher told the boys.

-> The teacher shouted..........................................

7. In the event of nuclear weapons being used, we are all doomed.

-> If it should............................................................

8. You should take two tablets every four hours.

-> Two tablets should...............................................

9. It's extremely difficult for us to make ends meet these days.

-> We find.......................................................................

10. They've been living here for six years now.

-> They moved.................................................................

Fill each blank in the following sentences with the correct form of the word in capital letters above it

FALSE

1. She was accused of.............the financial accounts

2. It is a .................to say he did it when you know he didn't

DESCRIBE

1. The damage caused by the earthwake cannot be imagined. It was.................

2. The teacher asked us to write a................passage about our hometowns

3. No witnesses were able to give a full ............of the thief

COURAGE

1. She ...............stood in the way of the escaping robbers

2. His friends tried to ............him from attemping the dangerous climb

3 Thank you for your.............and support during my studies

FRIEND

1. The ...........between the two soon developed into love

2 There he was ..............by a rich gentleman who gave him food and a shelter for living

ACT

1. It is quite safe to go near the volcano. It has been ............for many years.

2. The cast of ....................of this film is not very large

3. The company thought that the strike was organized by a group of political ...................

CREATE

1. Although she is very able technically, she isn't ...................enough for this kind of work

2. Ian Flemming, the................of James Bond, died in 1964

AGREE

1. He would get very angry if you...................with his ideas

2. The..................we made was for one year only

COMPARE

1. I'm just a beginner in....................with her

2. Crimes of violence were..............rare until a few years ago

3. What happened two years ago is not really...............to the situation now

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Viết lại câu
​1. The price of oil has decreased dramatically over the past two years
​There has...................
2. She overslept just because she had forgotten to set her alarm clock
If.........................
​3. Little Margaret grows up more, she becomes more beautiful
The ..............

CHỌN ĐÁP ÁN ĐÚNG :
1. They live in a ............. of Oxford, and come into town by bus.
A. suburb B. area C. center D. countryside
2. After arriving home, they usually ............ their uniforms
A. take off B. put off
3. Stop now, you've done ..................... work for one day.
A. too many B. plenty C. quite more D. quite enough