SỞ GD & ĐT THÁI BÌNH TRƯỜNG THPT NGUYỄN ĐỨC CẢNH ĐỀ THI OLYMPIC MÔN TIẾNG ANH KHỐI 11 NĂM HỌC 2009 - 2010 THỜI GIAN LÀM BÀI : 90 PHÚT Choose the word that has the underlined part pronounced differently from the rest: 1. A. apologize B. absorb C. arrive D. absence 2. A. combine B. collect C. commerce D. correct 3. A. through B. enough C. rough D. tough 4. A. admiral B. adventure C. advertise D. adverb 5. A. exactly B. exist C. exhaust D. extinct Choose the word that has the different stress from the others: 6. A. organize B. participant C. badminton D. festival 7. A. mystery B. corridor C. enormous D. separate 8. A. solidarity B. excellently C. energetic D. combination 9. A. acquaintance B. unselfish C. attraction D. humorous 10. A.intelligent B.hospitable C. interesting D. favourite Choose the right sentence to make up the following letter : Thank you for your letter, which arrived yesterday. 11. I / pleased / hear / I offer / job / assistant manager. A. I am pleased hearing that I have been offered the job as the assistant manager. B. I am pleased to hear that I have been offered the job as the assistant manager. C. I am pleased to hear that I am offered the job as the assistant manager. D. I am pleased to hear that I have been offered the job by the assistant manager. 12. Before / accept / position / I / be glad / receive / further information. A. Before I accept the position I would be glad to receive further information. B. Before accepting the position I would be glad you receive further information. C. Before accepting the position I will be glad receiving further information. D. Before I accept the position I would be glad to have received further information. 13. Job / carry / pension / scheme / what / be / prospects / promotion? A. The job carries a pension scheme, so what the prospects for promotion are? B. The job carries a pension scheme, and what are the prospects for promotion? C. The job carries a pension scheme but what about the prospects for promotion? D. Does the job carry a pension scheme and what are the prospects for promotion? 14. You / mention / there / regular / salary increases / you mean / they / automatic? A. You've mentioned that there are regular salary increases; you are mean that they are automatic? B. You've mentioned that there are regular salary increases; do you mean that they are automatic? C. You mentioned that there were regular salary increases; do you mean that they were automatic? D. You mentioned that there would be regular salary increases; can you mean that they are automatic? 15. I hope / you / not mind / ask / additional information. A. I hope you do not mind asking additional information. B. I hope you do not mind my asking this additional information. C. I hope you do not mind to ask for this additional information. D. I hope you do not mind my asking for additional information. I look forward to receiving your early reply. Yours faithfully Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer: BRITISH POLITENESS Do you, learners of English, ever wonder whether repeating and trying to remember various everyday English expressions, such as Excuse me, could you tell me where the nearest taxi rank is? has any value other than in exams? “ ” Well, I must admit that such things didn t cross my mind until last February when I got a letter from the British Council, ’ saying that I had won a language course in England. The polite question mentioned was the one I had to ask on arrival in Parkston, a picturesque part of Poole with lots of semi-detached houses on either side of each street. What struck me most was the kindness of an old lady, who happened to leave Safeway s just after my getting off the coach. Not only did she show me where to phone for a taxi, but ’ she also gave me a hand with the luggage. I was really surprised, too, when the taxi driver got out of the car and helped me put the bags into the boot. I immediately thought of Polish taxi drivers who usually do not make the slightest effort to help you, apart from pressing the right button and waiting for the boot to open. In spite of all the stereotypes about reluctance towards foreigners, the English turn out to be an extreme polite and open nation. 16. According to the passage, where does the author come from? A. England B. Poland C. Parkston D. Poole 17. How did the old lady help the author? A. showed her where to phone for a taxi B. gave her a hand with the luggage C. put her luggage in the boot D. both A and B are correct 18. What does the author think of the English? A. they are very polite and open B. they are always reluctant towards foreigners C. they are kind-hearted D. they care a lot about others business’ 19. What did the author see when arriving in Parkston? A. the picturesque part of Poole B. the semi-detached houses C. the British Council building D. the coach 20. What is NOT true according to the passage? A. the author won a language course in England B. the author met a kind lady when she first arrived in Parkston C. the author was surprised by the enthusiastic help of the British drivers D. the author thinks that everyday English expressions have no practical values Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer: Psychologists have debated a long time about whether a child’s upbringing can give it the ability to do outstandingly well. Some think that it is impossible to develop genius and say that it is simply something a person is born with. Others, however, argue that the potential for great achievement can be developed. The truth lies somewhere between these two extremes. It seems very obvious that being born with the right qualities from gifted parents will increase a child’s ability to do well. However, this ability will be fully realized only with the right upbringing and opportunities. As one psychologist says, “To have a fast car, you need both a good engine and fuel.” Scientists have recently assessed intelligence, achievement, and ability in 50 sets of identical twins that were separated shortly after birth and brought up by different parents. They found that achievement was based on intelligence, and later influenced by the child’s environment. One case involving very intelligent twins was quoted. One of the twins received a normal upbringing, and performed well. The other twin, however, was brought up by extremely supportive parents and given every possible opportunity to develop its abilities. That twin, though starting out with the same degree of intelligence as the other, performed even better. This case reflects the general principle of intelligence and ability. The more favorable the environment, the more a child’s intelligence and ability are developed. However, there is no link between intelligence and the socioeconomic level of a child’s family. In other words, it does not matter how poor or how rich a family is, as this does not affect intelligence. Gifted people cannot be created by supportive parents, but they can be developed by them. One professor of music said that outstanding musicians usually started two or three years earlier than ordinary performers, often because their parents had recognized their ability. These musicians then needed at least ten years’ hard work and training in order to reach the level they were capable of attaining. People who want to have very gifted children are given the following advice: - Marry an intelligent person. - Allow children to follow their own interests rather than the interests of the parents. - Start a child’s education early but avoid pushing the child too hard. - Encourage children to play; for example, playing with musical instruments is essential for a child who wants to become an outstanding musician. 21: The upbringing of highly intelligent children requires . A. an expensive education B. good musical instruments C. parental support and encouragement D. wealthy and loving parents 22: The word “others” used in the first paragraph refers to A. other people B. other scientists C. other children D. other geniuses 23: When scientists studied intelligence and ability in twins, they found that . A. ability depends mainly on intelligence and achievement B. intelligence and development are irrelevant to ability C. ability depends both on intelligence and on environment D. different twins generally have different levels of ability. 24: Scientists chose twins for their study because . A. each twin has the same environment as his/her twin B. they are born into the same family, hence the same upbringing C. they have the same economic background and hence the same opportunities D. they have the same genetic background, usually with similar intelligence 25: How were great musicians different from ordinary musicians in their development? A. Their ability was realized at an early stage and then nutured. B. They practice playing their instruments for many years. C. They concentrated on music to the exclusion of other areas. D. They were exceptionally intelligent and artistic. 26: The writer advises that gifted children should be allowed to follow . A. their own interests B. their parent’s interests C. only their interests in musical instruments D. only their interests in computer games 27: When encouraging their gifted children, parents should avoid . A. pushing their children too hard. B. letting them play their own way C. permitting them to follow their own interests D. starting their education at an early age 28: The remark: “To have a fast car, you need both a good engine and fuel.” in the passage means that in order to become a genius. A. you need to have good health and good nourishment B. you need intelligence and you need to develop it C. you should try to move quickly and efficiently D. you must nourish your brain and train your muscles hard 29: The word “favorable” in the passage mostly means . A. “good for someone and making him/her likely to be successful” B. “helping somebody to be more intelligent compared to other people” C. “of high quality or an acceptable standard”D. “under the control or in the power of somebody else” 30: All of the following statements are true EXCEPT . A. educational development depends completely on economic well-being B. a child’s intelligence is influenced by that of his/ her parents C. to become successful, a child needs both native intelligence and development D. studying different twins is a useful scientific procedure Choose the underlined part ( A, B, C, or D ) that is incorrect: 31. The (A) threat of being dismissed (B) do not worry (C) me any more because I have started my own business.(D) 32. There is(A) a severe famine in Somalia , and thousands (B) of people are dying(C) from hungry.(D) 33. The (A) average adult get (B) two to (C) five colds (D) each year. 34. The (A) girl whom (B) you met last night was used(C) to be (D)a singer. 35. Every (A) country has their own (B) traditions, some of which(C) have existed for (D)centuries. Choose the sentence which has the same meaning with the given one: 36: It’s a pity that you didn’t tell us about this. A. I wish you told us about this B. I wish you would tell us about this C. I wish you had told us about this D. I wish you have told us about this 37: My brother and I went to that school. A. I went to that school and my brother, too. B. I went to that school and so my brother did. C. I went to that school and so did my brother. D. I went to that school and so my brother did, too. 38. “ Don’t tell anyone or you’ll be sorry.” A. She said she was sorry as I didn t tell her. B. She warned me not to tell anyone.’ C. I would be sorry if she didn t tell me. D. She said that I should apologize to her.’ 39. The agreement ended six-month negotiation. It was signed yesterday. A. The agreement which ended six-month negotiation was signed yesterday. B. The agreement which was signed yesterday lasted six months. C. The negotiation which lasted six months was signed yesterday. D. The agreement which was signed yesterday ended six-month negotiation. 40. Let’s invite the Browns to the party on Sunday. A. He suggested inviting the Browns to the party Sunday. B. He suggested inviting Browns to the party on Sunday. C. He suggested inviting the Browns the party on Sunday. D. He suggested inviting the Browns to the party on Sunday Choose the best answer to complete the sentences: 41. He was never heard ______ "thank you" in his life. A. say B. to say C. saying D. said 42. Does he tell you how he is getting ________ his new friends? A. on with B. on of C. away with D. out of 43. I don't like that man. There is a sneaky look on his face. A. furious B. humorous C. dishonest D. guilty 44. We managed ___________over the will without ________. A. to climb/ seeing B. climbing/being seen C. to climb/ being seen D. to be climbed/ seeing 45. I have little money left, let s have dinner in restaurant.’ A. some/ the B. a / the C. the/ a D. a / a 46. Hardly did pass the examination. A. somebody B. anybody C. everybody D.nobody 47. They have A. a four month- old baby– B. a four- months- old baby c.four- month-old baby D. four- months- old baby 48. Hoa and her dog______________ are standing over there go to the park. A. that B. who C. whom D. which 49. Near the White House is an other land mark the Washington Monument. A- is which B - which called C- called D- it is called 50. Little Women, .in 1868, is my sister s favorite book.……… ’ A. a novel published B. is a novel published C. a novel was published D. was a novel published 51. When they ( come) .to the station, the train already ( leave) … … A. came- had already left B. came- left C. came- has already left D. came- was already leaving 52. . A: Waiter! B: _____.— A: I can t eat this It s too salty. A. Yes, sir?’ ’ B. What? C. All right? D. Pardon? 54. Which is the correct order? A. a beautiful blue sailing boat C. a blue beautiful sailing boat B. a sailing beautiful blue boat D. a blue sailing beautiful boat 55. "Happy birthday! This is a small present for you." A. What a pity! B. How terrific C. Have a good time! D. How beautiful it is! Thanks 56. Brenda: "Do you think it will rain?" Carol: "Oh! ____." A. I don t hope’ B. I hope not C. I don't hope so D. It s hopeless’ 57. David: "Happy Christmas! "Jason: "______" A. The same to you! B. Happy Christmas with you! C. You are the same! D. Same for you! 58. More work has been done to eradicate illiteracy in our country. A. put up with B. get rid of C. take control of D. cut down on 59. " Don't play with the matches. They are very dangerous." The teacher . the children not to play with the matches.…… A. ordered B. asked C. warned D. begged 60. The man asked the boys …… A. why did they fight B. why they were fighting C. why they fight D. why were they fighting 61. Henry said that his house had been broken into .………… A. two days ago B. the two days before C. two days before D. since two days 62. _____six months for the washing machine to be dilivered, I decided to cancel the order. A. Waiting B. Having waited C. Being waited D. Waited 63. I'd really like to do accounting. If only I ____ so poor at Maths. A. am not B. weren't C. hadn't been D. wouldn't be 64. The whole family usually tries to get together at Christmast. A. contact B. gather C. relate D. communicate 65. On the first day of Tet, children _______ their new clothes and make New Year's wishes to their parents. A. take on B. pick on C. put on D. try on 66. Nobody was late for the meeting last night, ______? A. wasn't he? B. weren't they? C. were they D. was he 67. After seeing a movie based on a novel, __________. A. the book was read by many people. B. the book want many people want to read it. C. many people want to read the book. D. the reading of the book interests many people. 68. The doctor insisted that his patient ___________. A. that he not work too hard for 3 months. B. take it easy for 3 months. C. taking it easy inside of 3 months. D. to take some vacations for 3 months. 69. I've no idea ________ he bahaved strangely at the meeting. A. when B. where C. which D. why 70. My uncle, who is an accomplished guitarist, taught me how to play. A. skilful B. famous C. perfect D. modest Choose the best answer for each numbered blank in the following passage The hanging gardens of Babylon were considered to be one of the Seven wonders of the (71) world. They are………… believed to have been built by King Nebuchadnezzar in the sixth (72) BC as a present for his wife, Amytis. The……… gardens were (73) in layers- one on top of the other, much like a modern multi-storey car (74) although…………… ……… a lot more ( 75) to look at. Each layers was a large terrace (76) with tropical flowers, plants and trees.………… ……… The large (77) of water which these plants required was (78) from the river nearby. It is said that the………… ………… King and his wife would sit in the (79) . of the gardens and (80) down on the city of Babylon below. ………… ………… 71. A. antique B. ancient C. historical D. traditional 72. A. decade B. period C. era D. century 73. A. constructed B. assembled C. collected D. invented 74. A. park B. stop C. station D. garage 75. A. good-looking B. attractive C. handsome D. adorable 76. A. included B. contained C. filled D. consisted 77. A. total B. sum C. amount D. number 78. A. dragged B. pulled C. pushed D. pumped 79. A. shadow B. shade C. gloom D. glow 80. A. look B. see C. watch D. observe The end Phiếu trả lời Họ tên: ……………………………. M ã đề: ………………. Số báo danh:…………………… KEYS: 1 D 21 C 41 B 61 C 2 C 22 B 42 A 62 B 3 A 23 C 43 C 63 B 4 B 24 D 44 C 64 B 5 D 25 A 45 B 65 C 6 b 26 A 46 B 66 C 7 c 27 A 47 A 67 C 8 b 28 B 48 A 68 B 9 d 29 A 49 C 69 D 10 a 30 A 50 A 70 A 11 B 31 C 51 A 71 B 12 A 32 D 52 A 72 D 13 B 33 B 53 73 A 14 B 34 C 54 A 74 A 15 D 35 B 55 D 75 B 16 B 36 C 56 B 76 C 17 D 37 C 57 A 77 C 18 A 38 B 58 B 78 D 19 B 39 A 59 C 79 B 20 C 40 D 60 B 80 A . didn’t tell us about this. A. I wish you told us about this B. I wish you would tell us about this C. I wish you had told us about this D. I wish you have told us about this 37: My brother and. well. Some think that it is impossible to develop genius and say that it is simply something a person is born with. Others, however, argue that the potential for great achievement can be developed famous C. perfect D. modest Choose the best answer for each numbered blank in the following passage The hanging gardens of Babylon were considered to be one of the Seven wonders of the (71) world.