SỞ GD- ĐT VĨNH PHÚC TRƯỜNG THPT LIỄN SƠN (ĐỀ ĐỀ XUẤT) ĐỀ THI KHẢO SÁT CHẤT LƯỢNG THI ĐH NĂM 2014 MÔN THI: ANH VĂN (Khối A1, D1) - ĐỀ 76 Thời gian: 90 phút Choose the word whose ITALICIZED part is pronounced differently from the others in each group and write your answer on the answer sheet (05 points). Question 01. A. habit B. dolphin C. effective D. climate Question 02. A. fauna B. authority C. square D. rainfall Question 03. A. culture B. country C. such D. music Question 04. A. sacrificed B. trusted C. recorded D. acted Question 05. A.washes B. leaves C. dresses D. watches Complete each sentence by choosing the corresponding letter A, B, C, or D and write your answer on the answer sheet (30 points) Question 06. Where is he? He should __________ home hours ago. A. be B. were C. have been D. had been Question 07. I tried ringing her all morning but I couldn’t get ________. A. down B. up C. over D. through Question 08. A: Do you know her number? - B: __________, it’s here somewhere. A. Let me see B. Mind you C. Well D. You see Question 09. It’s no use ____ him. He never allows anybody to give advice A. to advise B. advising C. advised D. advise Question 10. He carried a(n) driving license. A. untrue B. unfaithful C. artificial D. false Question 11. Creat a new and put all your files into it. A. directory B. direction C. director D. directing Question 12. Students are often advised to look at the first and last of a book before attempting to read it in details. A. paragraphs B. headings C. chapters D. titles Question 13. He travels for 20 years and then he decided to return home. A. father away B. far and wide C. far from it D. farthest of all Question 14. As the drug took , the patient bacame quieter. A. effect B. force C. influence D. action Question 15. You’re very quiet today. What have you got on your ? A. spirit B. attention C. mind D. brain Question 16. I’ve been seeing my girlfriend for 6 months now, I suppose it’s quite a serious _________. A. friendship B. membership C. companionship D. relationship Question 17. When she died, she gave _________ all her money to a charity for cats. A. away B. out C. on D. off Question 18. He spoke ______ English, so it was difficult to communicate with him. A. a little B. little C. few D. a few Question 19. ___ Loch Ness is ____ most famous lake in _____ Scotland. A. The/the/the B. The/ X/ the C. X/ the/ X D. The/ the/ X Question 20. Pop music has become _______ in our country in the last few decades. Most young people like it. A. popular B. favorable C. special D. enjoyable Question 21. Ecotourism has been developed greatly, hasn’t it? Yes. Many people have tried to preserve the ________ of many natural places. A. reservation B. destruction C. ecology D. nonprofit Question 22. The Nile, ________, is the home of a great variety of fish. A. which is in Egypt B. where is in Egypt C. in which is in Egypt D. that is in Egypt Question 23. I’m _________ you liked the film. I thought it was rather __________. A. surprise/disappoint B. surprised/disappointed C. surprising/disappointed D. surprised / disappointing Question 24. Under the tree ______ full of food. A. a basket was B. was a basket C. are a basket D. were a basket Question 25. The interviews with parents showed that the vast majority were _______ of teachers. A. support B. supportive C. supporter D. supporting Question 26. This one is prettier, but it costs _____ the other one. A. twice more than B. twice as much as C. as many as D. twice as many as Question 27. The more he tried to explain, ______ we got A. the much confused B. the many confusing C. the more confusing D. the more confused Question 28. _______ money, he would buy a new car A.If he has B. Were he to have C. Was he to have D. If he do have Question 29. It is essential that he ______ that contract. A. refuse B. refuses C. to be refusing D. refusing PREPARED & RELEASED BY ĐỖ BÌNH – THPT LIỄN SƠN, LẬP THẠCH, VĨNH PHÚC binhbac72@gmail.com Question 30. _____ her severe pain, she tried to walk to the auditorium to attend the lecture. A. Although B. Despite C. though D. In spite Question 31. Not only _____ at the post office, ______ at the grocery store. A. does Mary work / but she also works B. works Mary / but she also works C. does Mary work / but does she also work D. works Mary / but does she also work Question 32. A type writer uses ______ electricity. A. most of B. much C. a large number of D. a great deal of Question 33. Peter: “I enjoy listening to pop music.” Maria: “______.” A. I don’t B. I’m, too C. Neither do I D. So do I Question 34. ______ with her boyfriend yesterday, she doesn't want to answer his phone call. A. Having quarreled B. Because having quarreled C. Because-of she quarreled D. Had quarreled Question 35. “Never say that again, ____?” A. won’t you B. do you C. don’t you D. will you Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word for each of the blanks from 36 to 45. (10 points) Statesmen define a family as “a group of individuals having a common dwelling and related by blood, adoption or marriage, (36) includes common-law relationships.” Most people are born into one of these groups and (37)____ live their lives as a family in such a group. Although the definition of a family may not change, (38)____ relationship of people to each other within the family group changes as society changes. More and more wives are (39) ____ paying jobs, and, as a result, the roles of husband, wife and children are changing. Today, men expect to (40) for pay for about 40 years of their lives, and, in today’s marriages (41) which both spouses have paying jobs, women can expect to work for about 30 to 35 years of their lives. This mean that man must learn to do their share of family tasks such as caring for the children and daily (42) chores. Children, too, especially adolescents, have to (43)____ with the members oftheir family in sharing household tasks. The widespread acceptance of contraception has meant that having (44)____is as matter of choice, not an automatic result of marriage. Marriage itself has become a choice. As alternatives (45) common-law relationships and single-parent families have become socially acceptable, women will become more independent. Question 36. A. which B. That C. what D. it Question 37. A. must B. need C. would D. will Question 38. A. a B. any C. some D. the Question 39. A. taking B. making C. keeping D. performing Question 40. A. live B. work C. hope D. ask Question 41. A. in B. for C. with D. to Question 42. A. home B. family C. house D. household Question 43. A. carry B. deal C. cooperate D. combine Question 44. A. time B. families C. happiness D. children Question 45. A. similar to B. like C. such as D. or else Identify one underlined part that is incorrect in each of the following sentences by choosing the corresponding letter A, B, C, or D write your answer on the answer sheet (05 points) Question 46. Each of the (A) nurses report (B) to the operating room when his or her name (C) is called (D). Question 47. Species like (A)snakes, lizards, coyotes, squirrels, and jack rabbits seems (B) to exist quite happily (C)in the (D)desert. Question 48. Dogs that (A)are trained (B) to lead the (C) blind must be loyalty (D), intelligent and calm Question 49. Mary and her sister (A) have just bought (B) two new (C) winters (D) coats at the clearance sale. Question 50. The amount of(A) women earning Master's (B) Degrees have risen(C) sharply in the recent years (D) Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 51 to 60 (20 points) 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 develop. 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 birth and brought up by different parents. They found that achievement was based on intelligence, and later influenced by the child’s environment. PREPARED & RELEASED BY ĐỖ BÌNH – THPT LIỄN SƠN, LẬP THẠCH, VĨNH PHÚC binhbac72@gmail.com 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 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 the intelligence. Gifted people can not 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 instrument is essential for a child who wants to become an outstanding musician. Question 51. When scientists studied intelligence and ability in twins, they found that ______. A. different twins generally have different levels of ability B. ability depends mainly on intelligence and achievement C. intelligence and development are irrelevant to ability D. ability depends both on intelligence and environment Question 52. Scientists chose twins for their study because ______. A. they have the same genetic background, usually with similar intelligence 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. each twin has the same environment as his/ her twin Question 53. How were great musicians different from ordinary musicians in their development? A. They practice playing their instruments for many years B. They were exceptionally intelligent and artistic C. They concentrated on music to the exclusion of other areas D. Their ability was realized at an early stage and then nurtured Question 54. The writer advises that gifted children should be allowed to follow ______. A. only their interests in computer games B. only their interests in musical instruments C. their own interests D. their parents’ interests Question 55. When encouraging their gifted children, parents should avoid ______. A. letting them play their own way B. starting their education at an early age C. pushing their children too hard D. permitting them to follow their own interests Question 56. 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 Question 57. The word “favorable” in the passage mostly mean ______. A. “of high quality or an acceptable standard” B. “under the control or in the power of somebody else” C. “good for someone and making him/ her likely to be successful” D. “helping somebody to be more intelligent compared to the other people” Question 58. All of the following statements are true EXCEPT ______. A. a child’s intelligence is influenced by that of his/ her parents B. studying different twins is useful scientific procedure C. educational development depends completely on economic well-being D. to become successful, a child need both native intelligence and development Question 59. The upbringing of highly intelligent children requires ______. A. parental support and encouragement B. an expensive education C. wealthy and loving parents D. good musical instruments Question 60. The word “others” used in the first paragraph refers to ______. A. other people B. other scientists C. other geniuses D. other children Read the following sentences and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 61 to 70. (10 points) Question 61. “Leave my house now or I’ll call the police!” shouted the lady to the man. A. The lady threatened to call the police if the man didn’t leave her house. B. The lady said that she would call the police if the man didn’t leave her house. C. The lady told the man that she would call the police if he didn’t leave her house. D. The lady informed the man that she would call the police if he didn’t leave her house. PREPARED & RELEASED BY ĐỖ BÌNH – THPT LIỄN SƠN, LẬP THẠCH, VĨNH PHÚC binhbac72@gmail.com Question 62. He last had his eyes tested ten months ago. A. He had tested his eyes ten months ago. B. He had not tested his eyes for ten months then. C. He hasn’t had his eyes tested for ten months. D. He didn’t have any test on his eyes in ten months. Question 63. “You should have finished the report by now,” John told his secretary. A. John reproached his secretary for not having finished the report. B. John said that his secretary had not finished the report. C. John reminded his secretary of finishing the report on time. D. John scolded his secretary for not having finished the report. Question 64. “If I were you, I would take the job,” said my room-mate. A. My room-mate was thinking about taking the job. B. My room-mate advised me to take the job. C. My room-mate introduced the idea of taking the job to me. D. My room-mate insisted on taking the job for me. Question 65. “It’s too stuffy in this room, isn’t it?” said the guest. A. The guest suggested that the room should be aired. B. The guest remarked that the room should be aired. C. The guest said that the room was too crowded. D. The guest said that there was too much stuff in the room. Question 66. “Cigarette?” he asked. “No, thanks.” I said. A. He asked for a cigarette, and I immediately refused. B. He mentioned a cigarette, so I thanked him. C. He offered me a cigarette, so I promptly declined. D. He asked if I was smoking, and I denied at once. Question 67. The doctor said, “You really ought to rest for a few days, Jasmine.” A. Jasmine’s doctor insisted that she should rest for a few days. B. The doctor suggested that Jasmine should take a short rest. C. It is the doctor’s recommendation that Jasmine rested shortly. D. the doctor strongly advised Jasmine to take a few days’ rest. Question 68. “I will pay back the money, Gloria.” Said Ivan. A. Ivan apologised to Gloria for borrowing her money. B. Ivan offered to pay Gloria the money back. C. Ivan promised to pay back Gloria’s money. D. Ivan suggested paying back the money to Gloria. Question 69. The children couldn’t do swimming because the sea was too rough. A. The children were not calm enough to swim in the sea. B. The sea was rough enough for the children to swim in. C. The sea was too rough for the children to go swimming. D. the sea was too rough to the children’s swimming. Question 70. “Would you like to come to my birthday party, Sarha?” asked Frederic. A. Frederic invited Sarha to his birthday party. B. Frederic asked if Sarha was able to come to his birthday party. C. Frederic asked Sarha if she likes his brithday party or not. D. Frederic reminded Sarha of his coming birthday party. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 71 to 80. (20 points) The White House, the official home of the United States president, was not built in time for George Washington to live in it. It was begun in 1792 and was ready for its first inhabitants. President and Mrs. John Adams, who moved in on November 1, 1800.When the Adamses moved in, the White House was not yet complete, and the Adamses suffered many inconveniences; for example, the main staircase was incomplete, which hindered movement from floor to floor, and the future laundry yard was merely a pool of mud, so wet laundry was hung in the unfinished East Room to dry. Thomas Jefferson, the third president, improved the comfort of the White House in many respects and added new architectural features such as the terraces on the east and west ends. When the British forces burned the White House on August 24, 1814, President Madison was forced to leave. All the remained after the fire was the exterior walls, the interior was completely destroyed. It was not until December of 1817 that the following president, James Monroe, was able to move into a rebuilt residence. Since then, the White House has continued to be modified but has been continuously occupied by each succeeding U.S president. Question 71. Which of the following would be the most appropriate title for this text? A. George Washington’s life in the White House . B. The Early History of the White House . C. The burning of the White House. D. Presidential Policies of Early U.S. Presidents. Question 72. Why did George Washington not love in the White House? A. It had been burned by the British. B. He did not like the architectural features. C. No information is .given in the passage for this question. D. Construction had not yet been completed. Question 73. The word “inhabitants” in line 3 is closest meaning to: A. modifications B. moves C. celebrations D. residents Question 74. It can be inferred from the passage that John Adams was: A. The first president of the United States. B. The second president of the United States. C. The third president of the United States . D. The fourth president of the United States. Question 75. What of the White House was not yet complete when the Adamses moved in? A . main staircase B. laundry yard C. pool D. A and B PREPARED & RELEASED BY ĐỖ BÌNH – THPT LIỄN SƠN, LẬP THẠCH, VĨNH PHÚC binhbac72@gmail.com Question 76. The author most likely discusses the “staircase” in line 5 in order to: A. show the elegance of the new White House B. explain the architectural features added by Jefferson. C. provide an example of an inconvenience in the White House. D. demonstrate what had to be rebuilt after the fire. Question 77. The word “forces” in line 10 could best be replaced by: A. military B. effort C. power D. energy Question 78. According to the passage, which of the following best describes Thomas Jefferson’s tenure in the White House? A. He worked to improve the appearance and convenience of the White House. B. He had to flee the White House because of the war with the British. C. He removed the terraces that had been added by Adams. D. He was accepting of the many inconveniences. Question 79. According to the passage, when James Monroe came to the White House, it had been: A. repressed B. reconstructed C. relocated D. reserved Question 80. The paragraph following the passage most likely discusses: A. the details of the destruction of the White House by the British . B. James Monroe’s policies as presidents . C. modifications by presidents who followed . D. other presidents who were unable to occupy the White House . THE END PREPARED & RELEASED BY ĐỖ BÌNH – THPT LIỄN SƠN, LẬP THẠCH, VĨNH PHÚC binhbac72@gmail.com . SỞ GD- ĐT VĨNH PHÚC TRƯỜNG THPT LIỄN SƠN (ĐỀ ĐỀ XUẤT) ĐỀ THI KHẢO SÁT CHẤT LƯỢNG THI ĐH NĂM 2014 MÔN THI: ANH VĂN (Khối A1, D1) - ĐỀ 76 Thời gian: 90 phút Choose the word whose ITALICIZED. 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. majority were _______ of teachers. A. support B. supportive C. supporter D. supporting Question 26. This one is prettier, but it costs _____ the other one. A. twice more than B. twice as much as C.