Tuyển sinh lớp 10 chuyên tiêng anh

Listen to the conversation and choose best option A, B or C.. Choose the best option A, B, C or D to complete each of the following sentences 1.. Read the following passage carefully and

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KỲ THI TUYỂN SINH LỚP 10 THPT CHUYÊN NĂM HỌC 2015-2016

ĐỀ THI MÔN: TIẾNG ANH

Dành cho thí sinh thi vào lớp chuyên Tiếng Anh và chuyên Tiếng Pháp

Thời gian làm bài 150 phút, không kể thời gian giao đề.

PART A: LISTENING

I You are going to hear a man phoning to ask about a holiday apartment Write no more than TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer You will hear the conversation TWICE

Dubai Palm Apartments

Telephone number: (3) .

Starting date: (4) January.

Price per day: maximum (6) euros.

Other requirements: fully equipped (7) .

view of (8) .

air conditioning must be (9) .

(10) for car.

II Listen to the conversation and choose best option A, B or C You will hear the conversation TWICE

1 The caller wants to do a writing course to help with .

2 What does the course pack include?

A multimedia items B a list of books to buy C lesson and assignment dates

3 How much does the course cost?

4 Alex’s first assignment will be about his .

A family life B school experiences C expectations of the course

5 What does the feedback include?

III Listen to the recording and choose the best option A, B or C You will hear the recording TWICE

1 The students did the study skills course because .

A it was part of their syllabus

B they needed it to prepare for an exam

C their tutor recommended it

2 Why did Sylvie and Daniel use a questionnaire?

A Other people preferred the method.

B It reduced the preparation time.

C More information could be obtained.

3 How often did the students meet in class for the course?

4 Why did Daniel like the course?

A It improved his confidence.

B It focused on economics articles.

C It encouraged him to read more books.

5 What did the students like about Jenny?

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A her homework assignments.

B her choice of study material.

C her style of teaching.

PART B: GRAMMAR AND VOCABULARY

I Choose the best option A, B, C or D to complete each of the following sentences

1 The tourists asked me _ to the museum.

A how could they get B how to get C could they get D how they get

2 We are really looking forward _ the competition.

3 The meeting will start when everyone _.

A will arrive B arrives C is arriving D will have arrived

4 Janet has _ several prizes for her singing.

5 Playing ball in the classroom was a bad idea, boys You could _ a window.

A broke B have been breaking C be breaking D have broken

6 _ my shyness, they refused to give me the job as a receptionist.

7 Victor: “Have you seen Helga?”

Ann: “She was here earlier but I haven’t seen her _ a while now.”

8 They didn’t have _ in their suitcase for all the things they had bought here.

9 I am leaving the key under the pot in the garden _ you should be home earlier than usual.

10 I couldn’t _ her She is a fast runner.

A come up with B catch up with C bring back D get away

11 Luke came across this old coin by _ while cleaning the attic.

12 I found it interesting to live in the _ society of Australia although this diversity was confusing sometimes.

A poly-cultural B horticultural C semi-cultural D multicultural

13 I borrowed the money _ the bank.

14 The robber was made _ where he had hidden the money.

15 I’m tired of washing by hand I could _ with a washing machine.

16 Would you like to help me _ these photocopies?

17 To my _, the washing machine helps lighten women’s hard work.

18 Be careful not to _ silly mistakes.

19 Studies indicate that _ collecting art today than ever before.

A there more people B more people that are

C there are more people D people there are more

20 Every computer consists of a number of systems _ together.

II Identify the incorrect part among the four options A, B, C or D in each sentence

1 Many television newscasters make the public an eyewitness to the news by means of on-the- spot, alive report

A Many television B an eyewitness C by means of D alive report.

2 It may be argued that modern presidents have far great responsibilities than their predecessors did.

A may be argued B great C their

D did

3 He is such a friend person He greets me with a smile every time I see him.

A friend B greets C a smile D time

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4 Anyone reproducing copyrighted works without permission of the holders of the copyrights are breaking the law.

A reproducing B without permission C the holders of D are breaking

5 Hardly he had got downstairs when the phone stopped ringing.

A he had B downstairs C when D ringing

III Read the following passage carefully and put the words in brackets into their correct forms

There is still no adequate _(1 EXPLAIN) why, several thousand years ago, cultures in both Egypt and South America saw the _(2 INTRODUCE) of pyramids Was it coincidence? Many

(3 SCIENCE) believe that it was, and state that there is no _(4 POSSIBLE) at all that people from two distant continents traded information on _(5 BUILD) techniques However, some _

(6 REVOLUTION) theories in recent years, based on the _(7 DISCOVER) that the two cultures also share key myths, legends and beliefs, suggest that the _(8 APPEAR) of pyramids on opposite sides of the world was no coincidence at all One (9 RESEARCH) working on this, Crystal David, said: “The _(10 IMPORTANT) of finding out the truth here cannot be exaggerated

It could change our whole understanding of the history of the world.”

PART C: READING

I Complete the passage by filling in each blank with ONE suitable word

When the day comes, give yourself plenty of time to do everything: have breakfast but don't drink

(1) _ much; go to the toilet; arrive on time, but not too early or you will find yourself getting more and more nervous while you wait to start Try not to talk (2) _ the exam before you go in

In the exam, calm (3) _ down by breathing deeply and thinking positively Read the exam questions carefully and underline all of the key instruction words (4) _ indicate how the questions should (5) _ answered If possible start with the ones you can do easily to give you confidence

Remember what you've learnt from practicing questions and doing mock exams previously and plan your

use of time Don't panic (6) _ everyone around you seems to start writing furiously straight away and

don't be tempted to follow their example

Finally, after the exam, don't join in a discussion about (7) _ everyone else did, (8) _ you want to frighten yourself, and drain your self-confidence for the next exam Above (9) _, remember that exams are not designed to catch you out, (10) _ to find out what you know, what you understand and

what you can do.

II Complete the passage by choosing the best option A, B, C or D to fill in each blank

Mobile phones release microwave radio emissions Researchers are questioning (1) exposure to these radio waves might (2) _ to brain cancer.

So far, the data are not conclusive The scientific evidence does not (3) _ us to say with certainty that mobile phones are categorically (4) _ On the other hand, current research has not yet (5)

_ clear adverse effects associated with the prolonged use of mobile phones.

Numerous studies are now going (6) _ in various countries Some of the results are contradictory but others have shown an association between mobile phone use and cancer (7) _, these studies are

preliminary and the issue needs further, long – term investigation

Until scientific data are more definite, it is prudent (8) _ people to try not to use mobile phone for long (9) _ of time Don’t think that hand-free phones are any safer either At the moment, research is in fact showing the (10) _ and they may be just as dangerous.

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5 A investigated B demonstrated C caused D produced

III Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer A, B, C or D to each of the questions that follow

At the supermarket these days, there is often a selection or aisle that sells just organic products There are

also many new stores opening up that specialize just in organic fruits and vegetables Organic food is becoming more and more popular these days due to concerns about the safety of conventionally grown food

Organically grown produce, though, is often more expensive to buy Consumers need to understand why something is labeled “organic” in order to make the best choices when purchasing food for themselves and their families.

Several factors contribute to this higher price Though there are some small differences, government agencies across the world agree on what qualifies a product as organic: such products must be grown without chemical fertilizers or pesticides Also, livestock, such as cows, pigs and chickens, must not be

injected with artificial growth hormones or antibiotics These standards result in food that is generally

healthier and tastier Without harsh pesticides and chemical fertilizers, crop plants produce more antioxidants and other beneficial nutrients The farmers, their families, and their communities also benefit from a cleaner and safer environment Fertilizer runoff is a major environmental problem and affects places far away from farms Their mass production also contributes to global warming Organic production techniques encourage environment stewardship for the Earth and long-term agricultural sustainability

Those standards ensure a safe and nutritious supply of food from organic farms However, organic

farming reduces crop yields per farm while increasing the labor required As a result, organic food is generally more expensive The price difference may be offset slightly in the future, as consumers ask for more organically grown produce and more suppliers jump into the market to fill that demand Many people, though, are

willing to pay that extra cost for organic food, given the health and environmental benefits

1. What is one disadvantage of organic food?

A. No one knows their effect on people’s health and the environment.

B. They often cost more than conventionally grown foods.

C. Organic foods aren’t readily available.

D. They don’t taste as good as other types of food

2. The word “that” in paragraph 1 refers to _.

3. What has made organic food grow in popularity these days?

A. Organic products’ low prices.

B. Concerns about the safety of conventionally grown food.

C. The increase in the number of organic food stores.

D. Customers’ love for organic food.

4. The word “result in” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to _.

5. Which of the following is a criterion for certification of organic food?

A. It must have a minimum standard for taste and appearance.

B. No artificial substances can be used in growing the food.

C. Organic food must be grown in special areas.

D. They must be sold at a special price in supermarkets.

6. Who would most likely determine if something is considered organic?

A. An individual farmer raising corn C A consumer advocacy group

B. Scientists doing agricultural research D The Ministry of Agriculture

7. What is one problem with conventional farming?

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A. Manufacturing fertilizers increases can give rise to global warming.

B. The surplus of food grown is too large.

C. The market for crops becomes imbalanced.

D. Farmers can’t get enough supplies.

8. What is one benefit of growing organic food?

A. There is more stability in food prices C People are able to eat more.

B. Those who grow the food are healthier D The food supply is predictable.

9. The word “offset” in paragraph 3 could be best replaced by _.

10. What is the author’s tone in this passage?

PART D: WRITING

I Rewrite each of the following sentences so that it has a similar meaning to the original one You must not change the word given

He _ a spy.

2 “Don’t swim out too far,” the guard said to us (AGAINST)

The guard warned too far.

3 We could not have finished our project without your help (BEEN)

Had it _ our project.

4 Mr Meyer finds it extremely difficult to drive on the left (DIFFICULTY)

Mr Meyer _ on the left.

5 I’m sure he will gets a promotion very soon (LONG)

I’m sure it before he gets a promotion.

II Essay writing

Children should be encouraged to use computers from an early age.

Do you agree or disagree with the above idea?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and/or experience.

You should write about 250 words.

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HƯỚNG DẪN CHẤM MÔN: TIẾNG ANH-HỆ SỐ 2

A LISTENING (20 POINTS)

I You are going to hear a man phoning to ask about a holiday apartment Write no more than TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer You will hear the conversation TWICE (10pts: 1 pt/1 item)

II Listen to the conversation and choose the correct letter, A, B or C You will hear the conversation TWICE (5pts: 1 point / 1 item)

III Listen to the recording and choose the correct letter, A, B or C You will hear the recording TWICE (5pts: 1 point / 1 item)

B GRAMMAR AND VOCABULARY (25 POINTS)

I Choosing the best option A, B, C or D to complete the sentences (10pts: 0.5 points/ 1 item)

II Choose the incorrect part among the four options A, B, C or D in each sentence (5pts:1.0 pt/ 1 item)

III Put the words in brackets into their correct forms (10pts: 1 pt/ 1 item)

PART C: READING (30 POINTS)

I Complete the passage by filling in each blank with ONE suitable word (10pts: 1.0 pt/ 1 item)

II Read the following passage then choose the options among A, B, C or D that best completes the blanks Write your answers in your answer sheet (10pts: 1.0 pt/ 1 item)

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III Read the passage carefully and choose the best answers to the questions that follow (10pts: 1.0 pt/ 1 item)

PART D: WRITING (25 POINTS)

I Rewrite each of the following sentences so that it has a similar meaning to the original one (5pts:

1 point/ 1 item)

1 He is believed to have been a spy.

2 The guard warned us against swimming out too far.

3 Had it not been for your help, we could not have finished our project.

4 Mr Meyer has (great) difficulty (in) driving on the left.

5 I’m sure it won’t be long before he gets a promotion.

II Essay writing (20 pts)

Essay marking scheme:

Candidates’ essays are evaluated based on the following criteria:

1 Content: 40 %: Arguments are adequately supported (with main ideas, details, examples etc.)

2 Language: 35 %: Demonstrate a diverse range of lexical items and grammatical structures.

3 Presentation: 35%: Write with suitable style, cohesion, coherence Appropriate word count

-THE

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