Introduction
This NLTV B1 Reading Practice Test is designed to help you prepare for the B1 level Vietnamese reading comprehension exam. It includes a variety of short texts such as signs, messages, menus, and announcements. Focus on understanding the main idea and key details in each passage.
Question 1
Read the following passage:
LƯU Ý: Vui lòng giữ im lặng trong thư viện. Không mang đồ ăn, thức uống vào.
English translation: (NOTICE: Please keep quiet in the library. Do not bring food or drinks inside.)
Question:
What is the main purpose of this sign?
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A. To announce library opening hours
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B. To remind visitors of library rules
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C. To advertise a new library service
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D. To explain how to borrow books
Answer
Answer: B. To remind visitors of library rules Explanation: The sign clearly states "Vui lòng giữ im lặng" (Please keep quiet) and "Không mang đồ ăn, thức uống" (Do not bring food or drinks), which are rules for the library.
Question 2
Read the following passage:
Chào Lan, Hôm nay tớ có hẹn với bác sĩ lúc 3 giờ chiều. Tớ sẽ về muộn một chút. Cậu có thể đón con giúp tớ không? Cảm ơn cậu nhiều! Hương
English translation: (Hi Lan, Today I have an appointment with the doctor at 3 PM. I will be home a bit late. Can you pick up the children for me? Thank you very much! Huong)
Question:
What does Huong ask Lan to do?
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A. Go to the doctor with her
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B. Pick up the children
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C. Wait for her at home
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D. Cook dinner
Answer
Answer: B. Pick up the children Explanation: Huong explicitly asks, "Cậu có thể đón con giúp tớ không?" which means "Can you pick up the kids for me?"
Question 3
Read the following passage:
Phở bò đặc biệt - 70.000 VNĐ Bao gồm thịt bò tái, nạm, gân và chả bò.
English translation: (Special Beef Pho - 70,000 VND Includes rare beef, flank, tendon, and beef sausage.)
Question:
What ingredients are in the "Phở bò đặc biệt"?
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A. Only rare beef and flank
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B. Rare beef, flank, tendon, and beef sausage
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C. Rare beef, chicken, and vegetables
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D. Only beef sausage and flank
Answer
Answer: B. Rare beef, flank, tendon, and beef sausage Explanation: The description clearly lists "thịt bò tái, nạm, gân và chả bò" as the components of the special pho.
Question 4
Read the following passage:
Thông báo: Cửa hàng sẽ đóng cửa vào ngày Quốc Khánh (2/9) để nghỉ lễ. Chúng tôi sẽ mở cửa lại vào ngày 3/9. Xin cảm ơn sự thông cảm của quý khách!
English translation: (Announcement: The store will be closed on National Day (September 2nd) for the holiday. We will reopen on September 3rd. Thank you for your understanding!)
Question:
When will the store reopen?
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A. On September 2nd
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B. On September 3rd
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C. On a date to be announced later
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D. It will remain closed indefinitely
Answer
Answer: B. On September 3rd Explanation: The announcement states, "Chúng tôi sẽ mở cửa lại vào ngày 3/9" (We will reopen on September 3rd).
Question 5
Read the following passage:
Kính gửi ông Trần, Chúng tôi đã nhận được đơn đặt hàng của ông. Hàng sẽ được giao trong vòng 3-5 ngày làm việc. Trân trọng, Công ty ABC
English translation: (Dear Mr. Tran, We have received your order. The goods will be delivered within 3-5 business days. Sincerely, ABC Company)
Question:
How long will it take for the goods to be delivered?
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A. 1-2 days
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B. 3-5 days
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C. 5-7 days
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D. More than 7 days
Answer
Answer: B. 3-5 days Explanation: The email clearly states, "Hàng sẽ được giao trong vòng 3-5 ngày làm việc" (The goods will be delivered within 3-5 business days).
Question 6
Read the following passage:
Giảm giá 50% tất cả các sản phẩm quần áo mùa hè tại cửa hàng XYZ từ ngày 1/5 đến 15/5. Nhanh tay kẻo hết!
English translation: (50% discount on all summer clothing products at XYZ store from May 1st to May 15th. Hurry before it's gone!)
Question:
What is being advertised?
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A. A new collection of winter clothes
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B. A 50% discount on summer clothing
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C. The opening of a new store
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D. A job opportunity at XYZ store
Answer
Answer: B. A 50% discount on summer clothing Explanation: The advertisement clearly states "Giảm giá 50% tất cả các sản phẩm quần áo mùa hè" (50% discount on all summer clothing products).
Question 7
Read the following passage:
Cách sử dụng máy pha cà phê:
- Đổ nước vào bình chứa.
- Cho cà phê bột vào phin.
- Bật nút nguồn.
English translation: (How to use the coffee maker: 1. Pour water into the reservoir. 2. Put coffee powder into the filter. 3. Turn on the power button.)
Question:
What is the first step to use the coffee maker?
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A. Put coffee powder into the filter
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B. Turn on the power button
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C. Pour water into the reservoir
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D. Clean the machine
Answer
Answer: C. Pour water into the reservoir Explanation: Step 1 is "Đổ nước vào bình chứa" (Pour water into the reservoir).
Question 8
Read the following passage:
Lan thích đọc sách vào buổi tối trước khi đi ngủ. Cô ấy thường đọc tiểu thuyết hoặc truyện ngắn. Việc này giúp cô thư giãn sau một ngày làm việc mệt mỏi.
English translation: (Lan likes to read books in the evening before going to bed. She usually reads novels or short stories. This helps her relax after a tiring day of work.)
Question:
What does Lan do to relax in the evening?
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A. Watch TV
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B. Listen to music
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C. Read books
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D. Go for a walk
Answer
Answer: C. Read books Explanation: The passage states, "Lan thích đọc sách vào buổi tối... Việc này giúp cô thư giãn" (Lan likes to read books in the evening... This helps her relax).
Key Vocabulary
| Vietnamese | English | Found in |
|---|---|---|
| LƯU Ý | Notice | Q1 |
| Vui lòng | Please | Q1 |
| giữ im lặng | keep quiet | Q1 |
| thư viện | library | Q1 |
| đồ ăn, thức uống | food, drinks | Q1 |
| hẹn | appointment | Q2 |
| bác sĩ | doctor | Q2 |
| về muộn | be late | Q2 |
| đón con | pick up children | Q2 |
| Phở bò | Beef pho | Q3 |
| đặc biệt | special | Q3 |
| thịt bò tái | rare beef | Q3 |
| nạm | flank | Q3 |
| gân | tendon | Q3 |
| chả bò | beef sausage | Q3 |
| Thông báo | Announcement | Q4 |
| đóng cửa | closed | Q4 |
| Quốc Khánh | National Day | Q4 |
| nghỉ lễ | holiday | Q4 |
| mở cửa lại | reopen | Q4 |
| Kính gửi | Dear / To | Q5 |
| đơn đặt hàng | order | Q5 |
| giao | deliver | Q5 |
| làm việc | business/working | Q5 |
| Giảm giá | Discount | Q6 |
| sản phẩm | products | Q6 |
| quần áo mùa hè | summer clothing | Q6 |
| Nhanh tay | Hurry up | Q6 |
| Cách sử dụng | How to use | Q7 |
| máy pha cà phê | coffee maker | Q7 |
| Đổ nước | Pour water | Q7 |
| bình chứa | reservoir | Q7 |
| cà phê bột | coffee powder | Q7 |
| phin | filter | Q7 |
| nút nguồn | power button | Q7 |
| đọc sách | read books | Q8 |
| tiểu thuyết | novel | Q8 |
| truyện ngắn | short story | Q8 |
| thư giãn | relax | Q8 |
| mệt mỏi | tired | Q8 |
Reading Strategy Tips
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Read the question first to know what specific information to look for in the passage.
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Pay close attention to keywords, numbers, and proper nouns in the text.
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If you encounter unfamiliar words, try to understand their meaning from the surrounding context rather than getting stuck.
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Look for clues in sentence structure and common phrases that indicate purpose, time, or action.