Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the blanks
Owning a pet
The joys and tribulations of being a pet owner! During our lifetime most of us have some experience of either owning a pet or being in (7) _______ contact with someone who does. Is there such a things as “the ideal pet”? If so what characterizes the ideal pet? Various (8) _______ influence one’s choice of pet, from your reasons for getting a pet to your lifestyle. For example, although quite a few pets are relatively cheap to buy, the cost of upkeep can be considerable. Everything must be (9) _______ into account, from food and bedding, to vaccinations and veterinary bills. You must be prepared to (10) _______ time on your pet, which involves shopping for it, cleaning and feeling it. Pets can be demanding and a big responsibility. Are you prepared to exercise and housetrain an animal or do you prefer a more independent pet? How much spare room do you have? Is it right to lock an energetic animal into a confined space? Do you live near a busy road which may threaten the life of your pet? Pets such as turtles and goldfish can be cheap and convenient, but if you prefer affectionate pets, a friendly cat or dog would be more (11)
Điền ô số 8
A. facets
B. elements
C. factors
D. points
Đáp án C
factor (N) yếu tố, nhân tố (gây nên ảnh hưởng)
element (N) yếu tố (yếu tố cơ bản cấu thành nên cái gì)
facet (N) khía cạnh của vấn đề
point (N) ý kiến cá nhân về cái gì đã nói, thực hiện hoặc hoạch định
=> Ta thấy factor là phù hợp nhất, vì đây là nhân tố gây ảnh hưởng tới quyết định của con người
Dịch: Nhiều yếu tố tác động lên lựa chọn vật nuôi, từ chính lý do bạn cần một con vật đến lối sống của bạn.