Đề thi thử VSTEP Listening số 12
Thời gian: 40 phút | Tổng số câu: 35 câu trắc nghiệm
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PART 1 — Short Announcements (Câu 1–8)
Nghe 8 đoạn thông báo ngắn. Mỗi đoạn có 1 câu hỏi.
Câu 1. What service is being announced?
A. A new online therapy booking system is now available
B. Free mental health counseling sessions are offered to all students this month
C. The clinic will close for renovation next week
D. Group therapy sessions have been permanently canceled
Câu 2. What does the announcement encourage employees to do?
A. Work overtime to meet quarterly targets
B. Take short mental health breaks during the workday using a new app
C. Attend a mandatory stress management workshop
D. Submit anonymous feedback about workplace conditions
Câu 3. What change is being introduced at the school?
A. A new mental health day off each month for students
B. Earlier start times for all classes
C. A revised physical education curriculum
D. Strict new rules about phone use in class
Câu 4. What is the main message of the announcement?
A. A new sleep research center is opening on campus
B. Free sleep assessment appointments are available this week
C. A popular sleep medication is being recalled
D. The library will extend its 24-hour study hours
Câu 5. What new service is the hospital offering?
A. A 24-hour mental health hotline staffed by professionals
B. Free fitness classes for patients
C. Discounted medication for chronic conditions
D. A new pediatric wing opening next month
Câu 6. What program is being launched?
A. A weekly meditation and mindfulness program for local residents
B. A new after-school tutoring program for children
C. Free yoga classes for seniors
D. A community garden project
Câu 7. What does the announcement ask travelers to do?
A. Arrive at the airport two hours earlier than usual
B. Use a new relaxation app during flights to reduce anxiety
C. Avoid bringing liquids in carry-on luggage
D. Sign up for the airline's loyalty program
Câu 8. What does the app notification remind users to do?
A. Update to the latest version
B. Take a short breathing exercise to reduce stress
C. Track their daily water intake
D. Schedule a yearly physical exam
PART 2 — Conversations (Câu 9–20)
Nghe 3 đoạn hội thoại. Mỗi đoạn có 4 câu hỏi.
Câu 9. What is the woman concerned about?
A. Her upcoming performance review
B. A colleague's noticeable stress and recent health issues
C. A deadline that was moved up unexpectedly
D. Her pending promotion decision
Câu 10. What symptoms does the man mention his colleague has been showing?
A. Persistent headaches and missed deadlines
B. Frequent absences and difficulty concentrating
C. Argumentative behavior with teammates
D. Excessive perfectionism in work
Câu 11. What does the woman suggest doing?
A. Recommending the colleague for a different position
B. Having a private conversation to express concern and offer support
C. Reporting the issue to human resources
D. Giving the colleague more work to keep them busy
Câu 12. What does the man agree to do?
A. Talk to the manager about the workload
B. Suggest the colleague take a vacation immediately
C. Help cover some of the colleague's tasks temporarily
D. Seek advice from the company therapist
Câu 13. What brings the patient to therapy?
A. A recent traumatic event at work
B. Persistent anxiety and sleep problems over the past three months
C. A family conflict that has not been resolved
D. A fear of public speaking at an upcoming event
Câu 14. What does the therapist suggest as a first step?
A. Starting medication immediately
B. Keeping a daily journal of thoughts and feelings
C. Cutting off all contact with stressful people
D. Exercising more to release tension
Câu 15. How does the patient react to the suggestion?
A. They are skeptical and prefer medication
B. They agree to try it for two weeks
C. They worry it will take too much time
D. They ask for a different therapist
Câu 16. What is the agreed follow-up plan?
A. Weekly sessions for at least one month
B. Daily phone check-ins with the therapist
C. A second opinion from another specialist
D. Immediate hospitalization
Câu 17. What is the woman doing to handle exam stress?
A. Drinking a lot of coffee to stay awake
B. Practicing meditation and following a strict study schedule
C. Skipping meals to save time for studying
D. Asking friends to take notes for her
Câu 18. What does the man think about her approach?
A. It sounds boring and time-consuming
B. He is impressed and wants to try similar techniques
C. He believes it is only for people with serious problems
D. He worries it will affect her social life
Câu 19. What problem does the man admit to having?
A. He has been sleeping too much
B. He pulls all-nighters and feels exhausted
C. He cannot focus on any single subject
D. He has lost interest in his studies entirely
Câu 20. What does the woman suggest he try?
A. Quitting one of his courses
B. Using a study timer with regular breaks (Pomodoro technique)
C. Asking for an extension on all assignments
D. Switching to a different major
PART 3 — Lectures (Câu 21–35)
Nghe 3 bài giảng. Mỗi bài có 5 câu hỏi.
Câu 21. How much do mental health issues cost the global economy annually, according to the speaker?
A. About $100 billion
B. Around $1 trillion
C. Approximately $500 billion
D. Over $10 trillion
Câu 22. What percentage of employees report experiencing workplace stress?
A. Less than 10 percent
B. About 25 percent
C. More than 50 percent
D. Almost 100 percent
Câu 23. What is one effect of untreated mental health issues in the workplace?
A. Higher productivity overall
B. Increased absenteeism and reduced productivity
C. Better teamwork among staff
D. Lower turnover rates
Câu 24. What does the speaker say about companies that invest in mental health programs?
A. They usually see a return on investment
B. They typically lose money in the short term
C. They attract fewer job applicants
D. They face legal challenges from employees
Câu 25. What specific program does the speaker recommend?
A. Mandatory weekly therapy for all employees
B. Employee Assistance Programs offering confidential counseling
C. Free gym memberships for all staff
D. Longer vacation days as the only solution
Câu 26. How many hours of sleep do adults typically need according to the speaker?
A. Five to six hours
B. Six to seven hours
C. Seven to nine hours
D. Ten to twelve hours
Câu 27. What happens in the brain during deep sleep?
A. The brain stops working completely
B. Memories are consolidated and emotional memories are processed
C. The brain generates new neurons only
D. The body temperature increases significantly
Câu 28. What is one consequence of chronic sleep deprivation?
A. Improved immune function
B. Increased risk of depression and anxiety disorders
C. Better concentration and focus
D. Higher energy levels throughout the day
Câu 29. According to the speaker, how does poor sleep affect decision-making?
A. It improves emotional control
B. It reduces the ability to assess risks accurately
C. It enhances creative problem-solving
D. It has no measurable effect
Câu 30. What practical advice does the speaker offer for better sleep?
A. Drink coffee right before bed
B. Maintain a consistent sleep schedule, even on weekends
C. Exercise vigorously late at night
D. Use electronic devices in bed to relax
Câu 31. How long has mindfulness practice been used in medicine, according to the speaker?
A. Only in the last decade
B. For about 50 years
C. For thousands of years in various traditions
D. Since the invention of modern psychology
Câu 32. What is Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)?
A. A type of medication
B. A structured program that uses mindfulness to address stress and illness
C. A surgical technique
D. A new form of physical therapy
Câu 33. What physical health conditions does the speaker say mindfulness can help with?
A. Only minor headaches
B. Chronic pain, high blood pressure, and immune function issues
C. Broken bones and muscle tears
D. Vision and hearing problems
Câu 34. How does mindfulness affect the brain according to neuroscience research?
A. It shrinks the brain over time
B. It changes brain regions associated with attention and emotional regulation
C. It has no measurable effect on the brain
D. It only affects sleep patterns
Câu 35. What is one challenge in integrating mindfulness into healthcare?
A. It is too expensive to teach
B. Many healthcare providers are not trained in or familiar with the practice
C. Patients refuse to try it
D. It requires expensive equipment