Complete This Conversation Between Mrs Jones And An Official From The Aaa (Animal Aid Association) By Typing The Correct Letter (Choose From A To H) In The Space Next To The Question Number

Complete this conversation between Mrs Jones and an official from the AAA (Animal Aid Association) by typing the correct letter (choose from A to H) in the space next to the question number Bài thi mô[.]

Bài thi môn: TIẾNG ANH LỚP 12 – BẢNG A Thời gian làm 150 phút Điểm Bằng số: …………………………… Bằng chữ: …………………………….…………… Họ tên, chữ ký giám khảo GK 1: …………………………….………………… GK 2: …………………………….………………… Số phách SECTION A – READING Part Read the following passage: There is a close relation between language and culture The English language has attained the status of a “world language” (1) _, there are now several recognized stereotypical varieties of English, among which two typical ones are American English and British English (2) _, when studying English, we should know both British and American English as well as American and British culture In fact, Americans use English as their mother tongue, and they are much influenced by the British culture as a great part of the Americans have their English origin Although there have been some changes in American manners, basically many behaviors and forms of speech that are considered polite are acceptable in both cultures If we learn just a few polite English expressions, we’ll be ready to face the world of British and American English speakers with confidence The polite response to compliment on your looks or your work is ‘Thank you’ (A smile and a nod are not enough) (3) _‘How are you?’, don’t give your medical history Finally, what you should say when someone sneezes? It may not seem logical, but the correct response is ‘God bless you’ (4) _ being friendly in the British or American way often involves showing that they are not bothering with formalities This means not addressing someone by his/her title (Mr., Mrs., Ms., Sir., Prof., etc.), not addressing smartly when entertaining guests, not shaking hands when saying ‘goodbye’, and not saying ‘please’ when making a request (5) _, the British or the Americans are not being unfriendly or disrespectful; they are implying that you are in the category ‘friend’, and so all the rules can be ignored Questions 1-5: Fill in each gap with one of the words/phrases/expressions in the following table There is ONE you don’t need to use Write A, B, C, D, E or F in Your answers A The key is this: D In spite of all the reactions, B Accordingly E When they avoid doing these things with you C If someone asks F In this “international language” Your answers: Questions 6-10: Choose the correct word or phrase to complete each of the following sentences Write A, B, C or D in Your answers There are variations of the English language A two B three C many D none Language is a part of a nation’s A customs B culture C behaviors D expectation The American culture the British culture A is exactly the same as B has influenced C has many things in common with D is very different from ‘God bless you’ means A ‘I wish you happiness’ B ‘I hope you’re all right’ C ‘That doesn’t bother me’ D ‘May God protect you’ 10 Nowadays British and American people in their everyday life A tend to be more friendly B are very formal C are careless D always ignore formalities Your answers: 10 Sở GD&ĐT Nghệ An -Kỳ thi chọn HSG tỉnh lớp 12 Bảng A năm học 2013-2014 Page of Part Read the following description of the job An international distributor of computer hardware and software is now looking to recruit an experienced Sale Supervisor to join the team As a Sale Supervisor, you will be responsible for developing new customer relationships as well as looking after an existing customer base You will also be supervising a team of eight Sale Representatives You will be a motivated and enthusiastic individual with a passion for selling You will demonstrate strong sales ability combined with excellent customer service skills Good communication and management skills are essential, and you must have plenty of energy and drive in order to be successful in the role Experience within the computer industry would be an advantage but it is not essential If you have proven sales background, product training can be provided You must, however, have had at least three years’ experience in a managerial role • $28,000 basic per annum + performance – related bonus scheme • Company car • 25 days holiday/year + public holidays • Private health care • Applications close 30 September, so send your CV and covering letter before that date Question 1-4: Insert the missing heading for each paragraph Write A, B, C, D, E or F in Your answers There are headings that you don’t need to use A THE INCOME D DATE OF APPLICATION B THE PACKAGE E THE CANDIDATE C THE COMPANY F THE ROLE Your answers: Questions 5-10: Fill each blank in the following statements with ONE word from the text Write the words in Your answers • I’m very (5) _ and (6) _ I’m always keen and determined to get the job done • This candidate has been working in this field for seven years He is very (7) _ • I’m ambitious and I want to well I would describe myself as a person who has a lot of (8) _ and (9) _ • I would say that I have strong (10) _ skills Just ask the employees who work for me in my previous role Your answers: 10 SECTION B – VOCABULARY & GRAMMAR Part 1: Choose the best answer to complete each of the following sentences Write A, B, C or D in Your answers How much does he us for cleaning windows? A charge B cost C need D demand The station clock isn’t as _ as it should be; it is usually between one and two minutes fast A strict B certain C true D accurate I thought the Australian dollars the man gave me were , so I called the police A false B fake C artificial D counterfeit The concert was broadcast in over fifty counties A live B lively C alive D living Sở GD&ĐT Nghệ An -Kỳ thi chọn HSG tỉnh lớp 12 Bảng A năm học 2013-2014 Page of Do you know that you _ put this watch in water? It’s not waterproof A don’t have to B mustn’t C didn’t need to D needn’t With three children in such a small flat, we have a problem A space B spacious C specious D space’s Here are your handouts I _ in that company’s office A print them B printed it C got them printed D have them print What _ something mysterious A does he is B he does is C he does that is D does he Mrs Brown are very friendly all customers A with B of C for D to 10 What a lovely song! Can you the radio, please? A turn on B turn up C turn down D turn off Your answers: 10 Part 2: In the following paragraph, there are unnecessary words Find the words and the lines where they are located Write them in Your answers Line A recent theme in the popular media has been the decline in the quality and nutritional value of the food that we buy Newspapers in the particular warn us of the problems which associated with the convenience of take-away food, while they commenting on the spread of advertising aimed at children The government and manufacturers are frequently cited as the sole cause of the several problems Although they are undoubtedly problems associated with it current eating habits, it can be seen the blame rests mainly upon the consumer that because of the law of demand and supply In short, modern shoppers who value price and convenience over nutritional quality Your answers: Unnecessary word Line Unnecessary word Line Part 3: Fill in the gap with ONE suitable word Write the words in Your answers THE WORLD ENGLISH DICTIONARY BUILDING The 250 lexicographers from North America, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, the Caribbean and the UK drew on  their own databases and word banks to come (1) _  with the most frequently used words, terms and phrases in contemporary English The publishers say that this worldwide system has ensured that they have covered all the different nuances of many words, for instance, the definition of the word "ignorant" which in the Caribbean means "aggressively quarrelsome" rather (2) _ "dumb" Dictionary building has developed over the past couple of decades into a highly technological art There are two approaches - one (3) _  the traditional reporting system, where volunteers watch all forms of the written word and alert editors to any new words or language usage However, in the late 1970s lexicographers began "hoovering up" great swathes of text including everything (4) _ travel brochures to technical manuals, novels and newspapers Every single word is stored in a corpus, explained the Oxford English Dictionary's Hugh Bernard - the OED's corpus contains 100 million words - and bespoke software is  (5)  to highlight frequently used words, new words and patterns of usage Of those words, 10% are sourced from spoken language, typically by sending volunteers off (6) _ record hours of everyday conversation These recordings are analyzed and the data stored (7) part of the corpus of words The advent of the internet has provided another great store of words for dictionary builders without even the onerous task of scanning in sheets of text Sở GD&ĐT Nghệ An -Kỳ thi chọn HSG tỉnh lớp 12 Bảng A năm học 2013-2014 Page of Indeed, Microsoft says that without the Internet, the dictionary would have been possible as the lexicographers, none of whom were initially told what they were working on, were linked to (8)  other via the internet Your answers: Part 4: Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to first one Use and don’t change the word given Write 2-5 words in total Tara was making cakes for the party all evening THE  Tara spent ……………………………………………………… cakes for the party Learning that no-one was hurt during the fire was a great relief GREATLY  We …………………………………………………………… ………… that no-one was hurt during the fire Mohamed is a good dancer but he also plays the piano very skillfully WELL  …… …………………………………………………… a good dancer, Mohamed plays the piano very skillfully It is a good idea to learn English to improve your future job prospects TAKING  ……………………… ………………………………… is a good way to enhance your work opportunities He had to repeat the exam because he failed it CONSEQUENCE  He failed the exam ………………………………………………………….…………… he had to repeat it SECTION D – WRITING Part 1: You saw this advertisement in your school Write a letter of request (60-70 words in total) to ABC Centre to get more information about the course you want to apply for Use your name and address as Tim – 123, Park Street, Luton City ABC CENTRE (37, Lemon St -21536789 New courses  English for tourism  Academic English  English for banking  General English ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Sở GD&ĐT Nghệ An -Kỳ thi chọn HSG tỉnh lớp 12 Bảng A năm học 2013-2014 Page of Part 2: It is said that Tablet computers and Smart phones are now one of the best ways to learn foreign languages As a student, write an essay (of 150-200 words) to your teachers to give your own opinion ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 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Write T (for True), F (for False) and NS (for It doesn’t say) in Your answers Carl has been in England for a year He didn’t like the new country at first as the weather was wet and cold He is learning in a private school where there are lots of international students In London, he plays rugby as he did in New Zealand He was a member in the school football team in New Zealand Your answers: Part 2: Listen to five short conversations and choose the correct answer for each question Write A, B, C or D in Your Answers Where did the woman go on holiday this year? A Portugal C Spain B Scotland D England What was the weather like in Italy? A It was cold and it rained C Cold but there was sunshine B It was cold but sunny in November D It was both warm and sunny Where did the photographer take the photo of the actor? A In the hotel B In the reception C On the stairs D In the street What was the model doing when he took the photo? A She was chatting B She was reading C She was walking the ‘catwalk’ D She was standing on the stage What year did the pop group make their last album? A 2002 B 2001 C 2003 D next year Your answers: _THE END _ Sở GD&ĐT Nghệ An -Kỳ thi chọn HSG tỉnh lớp 12 Bảng A năm học 2013-2014 Page of ... America, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, the Caribbean and the UK drew on  their own databases and word banks to come (1) _  with the most frequently used words, terms and phrases in contemporary... answers There are headings that you don’t need to use A THE INCOME D DATE OF APPLICATION B THE PACKAGE E THE CANDIDATE C THE COMPANY F THE ROLE Your answers: Questions 5-10: Fill each blank in. .. short conversations and choose the correct answer for each question Write A, B, C or D in Your Answers Where did the woman go on holiday this year? A Portugal C Spain B Scotland D England What was