Đề thi chọn học sinh giỏi môn Tiếng Anh lớp 9 tỉnh An Giang năm 2014

SỞ GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO AN GIANG KỲ THI CHỌN HỌC SINH GIỎI CẤP - TỈNH KHỐI THCS ĐỀ CHÍNH THỨC Năm học: 2013 – 2014 Thí sinh làm đề thi Khóa ngày: 15/03/2014 (Đề thi có 07 trang) MÔN: TIẾNG ANH Thời gian làm bài: 150 phút (Không kể thời gian phát đề) ĐIỂM ĐIỂM CHỮ KÝ CHỮ KÝ SỐ PHÁCH (BẰNG SỐ) (BẰNG CHỮ) GK GK (Do CTHĐ chấm ghi) PART A: LISTENING I- Listen to the recording and put a check () in the correct box Look at the example The recording will be spoken twice at the normal speed (1.0pt) Black White Black White White Print shoes shoes skirts skirts dresses dresses On sale 50% off On sale 25% off Regular  prices II-Listen to a conversation between Mr Palmer and an estate agent Fill in the blanks with missing word(s) The recording will be spoken twice (2.0pts) Estate Agent (E): Well, Mr Palmer This is the semi-detached house that I told you about… Number 26, Richmond Road The owners are away, but I've got a key Mr Palmer (P): Hmm… when was it built? E: It was built in (1) P: Who built it? E.: I'm not really sure Is it (2)? P: No, not really Is that a new roof? It looks new E: It is _(3) new It was put on last year E: You can see that it's in very good _(4) The previous owner was a builder P: It's quite an old house I'm (5) about the electrical wiring Has it been rewired? E: Yes, it has P: Oh, when was it done? E: Five years ago Also, it's been redecorated Central heating has been put in, and a new (6) has been built P: Oh, when was that done? E: (7) I think E: It's a very solid house It's built with a tiled roof P: It's a long way from a big (8) What are the services like? E: Hold on… I've got the details here Yes, let me see… the dustbins are emptied every Thursday P: It's important for me to see the _(9) before I go to work When is it delivered? E: It's usually delivered at about 7.30 The milk is delivered about 6:00… so you'll have (10) milk for breakfast Your answer : 1. _ 2. _ 3. _ 4. _ 5. _ 6. _ 7. _ 8. _ 9. _ 10. PART B: PHONETICS AND GRAMMAR I-Circle the word (A, B, C, or D) whose underlined part is pronounced differently from those of the other group (0.5pt) A cool B blood C fool D tool A champagne B exchange C change D reach A swing B sweet C sword D swan A occupation B occasion C shake D challenger A with B thunder C wealth D marathon II- Circle the word whose main stressed syllable is placed differently from that of the others in the list (0.5 pt) A education B unhappy C development D community A exciting B important C delicious D beautiful A calendar B longevity C scientist D constancy A distribute B intelligence C calculate D consumption A potential B convenient C available D fertilizer III- Circle the word or phrase (A, B, C or D ) that best completes each sentence (1.0 pt) Getting to the village is a very _journey A interest B interesting C interested D interests _the time you get to the theatre, the play will have finished A On B With C By D When She spoke quietly to him _nobody else could hear a word A if B because C although D so that I _ cooked the meal but also washed up after that A either B neither C not only D both I have on black cat name is Blacky A which B that C whose D where Yesterday afternoon, while David _in the garden, it suddenly began to rain A sat B was sitting C had sat D has sat –“ Have a nice weekend !” -“ ” A Do you have any plans ? B I’m going to take it easy C Thanks You too! D Are you going anywhere? – “ Do you like the novel that I gave you last week?” -“ the novels that I’ve read, I enjoy this one most.” A All of B Of all C For all D From all He is the first student _the scholarship this year A who win B to win C winning D whose won 10 Let’s go somewhere else There’s _noise in this room A too many B too much C enough D too IV There is ONE mistake in each sentence Find and correct it (1.0pt) She has been to Da Nang for one month and now she used to the hot weather there He can't speak English without to make mistakes Some designers has printed lines of poetry on the Aodai Liverpool is an industry city in the North of England If I were a bird, I will be a white pigeon Your answer: Mistake Correction _ => _ => _ => _ => _ => PART C: READING AND VOCABULARY I- Complete the telephone conversation between two friends What does Jack say to Andrew? Write the letter (A-H) on the space provided (1.0 pt ) Example: Andrew: Hi, Jack It’s Andrew Jack: _C _ Andrew: Oh, sorry I’m phoning about the skateboarding A I’d like a new one but I Jack: Andrew: Jack: Andrew: competition this afternoon don’t think I’m good enough to (1) win Really? There was some information about it in our club B I didn’t see it Is the magazine (2) competition on all afternoon? Just from 2.30 till p.m They give out prizes at p.m C Hi, you’re calling early! (3) The prizes are better this time The top prize is a D Do the winners get CDs like Jack: Andrew: Jack: Andrew: skateboard (4) You’re much better than you were last year (5) Great! See you then Jack: Andrew: last year? E I wasn’t very good then F I didn’t know that was today G I haven’t got one of those H Maybe, we’ll see Shall we meet in the park at 2.00? Your answer: 1. 2. _3. 4. _5. _ II Fill in each blank with a correct preposition (1.0pt) The teacher divided the class _two groups We will provide you plastic bags We’re afraid to say that we don’t agree _your project It causes many bad things the environment Take an umbrella with you It will save you getting wet on the way home The boy keeps _asking his father bout protecting the environment The streets are full garbage We are all responsible keeping the environment clear and clean I am sure he is capable _tourists 10 They have to put the match unitl next week Your answer : 1. _ 2. _ 3. _ 4. _ 5. _ 6. _ 7. _ 8. _ 9. _ 10. III Fill in each blank with the correct form of the given words in capital (2.0pts) They are old enough to be of their parents DEPEND The small garden _ their flat BEAUTY They enjoyed very moment in the countryside PEACE The story is about an _ trip EXCITE The road is being WIDE They were impressed by the of the local people FRIEND I’m afraid you aren’t suitably _for the job QUALIFICATION Traditional _are a good source of fun and entertainment CELEBRATE My tooth was really _, so I went to see the dentist PAIN 10 My teacher always gives me lots of better my knowledge COURAGE Your answer : 1. _ 2. _ 3. _ 4. _ 5. _ 6. _ 7. _ 8. _ 9. _ 10. IV-Read the passage and circle the best answer(A, B, C or D ) which best fits each space (2.0pts) The wind controls our planet,s weather and climate, but now how much we understand about this complex (1) _ , which can kill and spread fear ? On the night of 15 October 1987, the south of England was (2) _ by the strongest winds it had known for over two hundred years (3) _ of over 130km/h blew through the region Nineteen people were killed, $1,5 billion-worth of (4) _ was caused and 19 million trees were (5) _ in just a few hours Although people thought of this as a hurricane, the winds of 1987 were only (6) _ storm force They are far better known than the much more serious storms of 25 January 1990, (7) _ most of Britain was hit by daytime winds of up 173 km/h On this (8) _, 47 people were killed, even though, (9) _ in 1987, the weather forecasters issued accurate (10) _ A air B climate C weather D force A occurred B caused C struck D destroyed A Gusts B Blows C Hits D Clouds A hurt B damage C injury D destruction A let down B cut down C blown down D fallen down A serve B serious C powerful D dangerous A that B where C which D when A occasion B incident C accident D event A like B as C likely D unlike 10 A warnings B treats C news D signs V-Fill in each numbered blank with a suitable word (2.0 pts) If you live in a city, you probably see many people, hear the (1) of traffic, and smell the pollution (2) .cars and factories We are entering a new time in (3) history of the world Before this, most (4) were farmers They lived in the country Now many people are (5) .the farms and moving into the cities They are looking for better jobs The cities are growing very quickly Most cities are very crowded People are driving more cars, burning more fuel, (6) .more water, eating more food, making more garbage, and producing more things in factories than (7) before Life is becoming difficult Some governments are trying to plan for the future They are building new roads, putting (8) new houses, looking for more water, and limiting growth in certain areas Still, city planners are getting worried People are crowding into the cities (9) than cities can take them The cities are running out (10) .room What is the answer to this problem? Your answer : 1. _ 2. _ 3. _ 4. _ 5. _ 6. _ 7. _ 8. _ 9. _ 10. VI-Read the passage below and circle the best answer( A, or B, C, D) to complete the sentences (1.0pt) As viewed from space, Earth’s distinguishing characteristics are its blue water and white clouds Enveloped by an ocean of air consisting of 78% nitrogen and 21% oxygen, the planet is the only one in our solar system known to harbor life Circling the Sun at an average distance of 149 million kilometers (93 millions miles), Earth is the third planet from the sun and the fifth largest planet the solar system Its rapid spin and molten nicked-iron core give rise to an extensive magnetic field which, coupled with the atmosphere, shields us from nearly all of the harmful radiation coming from the sun and other stars Most meteors burn up in the Earth’s atmosphere before they can strike the surface The planet’s active geological processes have left no evidence of the ancient pelting it almost certainly received soon after it was formed The Earth has singe natural satellite-the Moon The main idea of the passage is that…………………… A there are life-supporting characteristics on Earth B Earth is predominantly water C Earth has no common characteristics with other planets D Earth is the only planet with a moon The word “distinguishing” as it is used in the passage means…………… A devastating in nature B elevating in nature C characteristics like all other planets D characteristics that set it apart from other planets It’s probable that the next paragraph would discuss……………… A people on planets B the solar system as a whole C the Earth’s natural satellite-the Moon D rings around Saturn As used in the passage, the word “harbor” is synonymous with……… A support B surround C water D include This passage leads one to believe that Earth…………… A never gets hit by meteors B always gets hit by meteors C was hit by meteors in some past time period D may be bombarded by meteors in the near future PART D: WRITING I-Use the given word to write the second sentence in such a way that it is as similar as possible in meaning to the original sentence Do not change the form of the given word (1.0pt) I’d like you to find this word in the dictionary (look) => Will you _ in the dictionary? "You'd better have a few days at home," the doctor told Tom (stay) => The doctor _ home for a few days “It’s your fault to make the wall dirty, Hung" said his mother (blamed) => Hung’s mother _ the wall dirty Are the children keen on sports activities? (part) => Do the children enjoy sports activities? There are a lot of old people who need looking after (take) => Many old people need someone _ them II- Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it is as similar as possible in meaning to the sentence printed before it (1.0 pt) 1-The test is so difficult that we cannot finish it on time => If 2-“ Why don’t you put your luggage under the seat, Tom ?” =>The woman suggested 3-Getting into work in the morning was difficult => It 4-I’ve never read such an interesting book before => It is the _ 5-They have to rebuild many houses because of the earthquake => Many houses _ III-Complete the following letter using the words or phrases provided (1.5pts) 50 Batement Street, Oxford Dear Jane, 1-I write /tell / how much /enjoy/few hours I spend / you and your family last week 2-I / be / England since / beginning / October and this / be / first invitation to dinner / English family 3-I / find / conversation / interesting / and I / glad / practice / English 4-I’d also / like / congratulate you / excellent / cooking 5-I hope / find / suitable school / few days 6-I / look / see / you next month Yours sincerely, Richard Your writing: ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… … ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… … ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… … ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… … ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… … ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… … ……………………………………………………………………… IV-You see this announcement of your school’s English speaking Club (1.5pts) SUNSHINE SCHOOL English Speaking Club “HOW TO SPEND YOUR FREE TIME EFFECTIVELY” a.m - June 30, 2012 As a member of the club, prepare a speech (about 100 -120 words) to share your own ideas with your friends (Do not use your real name) …………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………… -The end- ANSWER KEYS PART A: LISTENING I- (1.0 pt ) 0.2 pt for each correct answer Black White Black White White Print shoes shoes skirts skirts dresses dresses  On sale  50% off  On sale 25% off Regular    prices II- (2.0 pts ) 0.2 pt for each correct answer 1928 important nearly condition worried garage Last year town post 10 fresh PART B : PHONETICS + GRAMMAR I- (0.5 pt ) 0.1 pt for each correct answer B A C D A C D II- (0.5 pt ) 0.1 pt for each correct answer A D B III- (1.0 pt ) 0.1 pt for each correct answer B C D C C B C B B 10 B A H IV- (1.0 pt ) 0.2 pt for each correct answer used to => is used to to make => making has => have industry=> industrial will => would PART C : READING AND VOCABULARY I- (0.5 pt ) 0.2 pt for each correct answer F B D II- (1.0 pt ) 0.1 pt for each correct answer 1-into 2-with 3-with 4-to 5-from 6-on 7-of 8-for 9-of 10-off III- (2.0 pts ) 0.2 pt for each correct answer 1-independent 2-beautiful 3-peaceful 4-exciting 5-widened 6-friendliness 7-qualified 8-celebrations 9-painful 10-encouragements IV- (2.0 pts ) 0.2 pt for each correct answer D C A B C C C B A 10 A V- (2.0 pts ) 0.2 pt for each correct answer noise from the people leaving using ever up faster 10.of VI- (1.0 pt ) 0.2 pt for each correct answer 1.A D C A A PART D: WRITING I- (1.0 pt ) 0.2 pt for each correct answer 1- Will you look up this word in the dictionary? 2- The doctor advised Tom to stay at home for a few days 3- Hung’s mother blamed him for making the wall dirty 4- Do the children enjoy taking part in sports activities? 5- Many old people need someone to take care of them II- (1.0 pt) 0.2 pt for each correct answer 1- If the test were difficult, we would/could finish it on time 2- The woman suggested putting Tom’s luggage under the seat The woman suggested that Tom should put his luggage under the seat 3- It was difficult to get into work in the morning 4- It is the first time I have read such an interesting book 5- Many houses have to rebuilt many houses because of the earthquake III- (1.5pts) 0.25 pt for each correct answer 1- I am writing /write to tell you how much I enjoyed the few hours I spent with you and your family last week 2- I have been in England since the beginning of October and this was my /the first invitation to dinner with an English family 3- I find/found the conversation interesting and I am/was glad to practice my English 4- I’d also like to congratulate you on the/ your excellent cooking 5- I hope to find a suitable school in few days (I hope I will find a suitable school in few days.) 6- I am looking forward to seeing you next month IV- (1.5pts ) The points can be divided as follows -The content: 0.5 pt ( date + time + content ) -The organization : 0.5 pt ideas : 0.5 pt < 100 words=0.25pt -Grammar: 0.5 pt > mistakes: -0.25pt > 10 mistakes: -0.0pt The end [...]... 5- Many houses have to rebuilt many houses because of the earthquake III- (1.5pts) 0.25 pt for each correct answer 1- I am writing /write to tell you how much I enjoyed the few hours I spent with you and your family last week 2- I have been in England since the beginning of October and this was my /the first invitation to dinner with an English family 3- I find/found the conversation interesting and... each correct answer 1 F 2 B 3 D II- (1.0 pt ) 0.1 pt for each correct answer 1-into 2-with 3-with 4-to 5-from 6-on 7-of 8-for 9- of 10-off III- (2.0 pts ) 0.2 pt for each correct answer 1-independent 2-beautiful 3-peaceful 4-exciting 5-widened 6-friendliness 7-qualified 8-celebrations 9- painful 10-encouragements IV- (2.0 pts ) 0.2 pt for each correct answer 1 D 2 C 3 A 4 B 5 C 6 C 7 C 8 B 9 A 10 A V-...ANSWER KEYS PART A: LISTENING I- (1.0 pt ) 0.2 pt for each correct answer Black White Black White White Print shoes shoes skirts skirts dresses dresses  On sale  50% off  On sale 25% off Regular    prices II- (2.0 pts ) 0.2 pt for each correct answer 1 192 8 2 important 3 nearly 4 condition 5 worried 6 garage 7 Last year 8 town 9 post 10 fresh PART B : PHONETICS... ) 0.1 pt for each correct answer 1 B 2 A 3 C 4 D 5 A 4 C 5 D II- (0.5 pt ) 0.1 pt for each correct answer 1 A 2 D 3 B III- (1.0 pt ) 0.1 pt for each correct answer 1 B 2 C 3 D 4 C 5 C 6 B 7 C 8 B 9 B 10 B 4 A 5 H IV- (1.0 pt ) 0.2 pt for each correct answer 1 used to => is used to 2 to make => making 3 has => have 4 industry=> industrial 5 will => would PART C : READING AND VOCABULARY I- (0.5 pt... activities? 5- Many old people need someone to take care of them II- (1.0 pt) 0.2 pt for each correct answer 1- If the test were difficult, we would/could finish it on time 2- The woman suggested putting Tom’s luggage under the seat The woman suggested that Tom should put his luggage under the seat 3- It was difficult to get into work in the morning 4- It is the first time I have read such an interesting... answer 1 D 2 C 3 A 4 B 5 C 6 C 7 C 8 B 9 A 10 A V- (2.0 pts ) 0.2 pt for each correct answer 1 noise 2 from 3 the 4 people 5 leaving 6 using 7 ever 8 up 9 faster 10.of VI- (1.0 pt ) 0.2 pt for each correct answer 1.A 2 D 3 C 4 A 5 A PART D: WRITING I- (1.0 pt ) 0.2 pt for each correct answer 1- Will you look up this word in the dictionary? 2- The doctor advised Tom to stay at home for a few days... find a suitable school in few days (I hope I will find a suitable school in few days.) 6- I am looking forward to seeing you next month IV- (1.5pts ) The points can be divided as follows -The content: 0.5 pt ( date + time + content ) -The organization : 0.5 pt 3 ideas : 0.5 pt < 100 words=0.25pt -Grammar: 0.5 pt > 5 mistakes: -0.25pt > 10 mistakes: -0.0pt The end ... Sun at an average distance of 1 49 million kilometers (93 millions miles), Earth is the third planet from the sun and the fifth largest planet the solar system Its rapid spin and molten nicked-iron... caused and 19 million trees were (5) _ in just a few hours Although people thought of this as a hurricane, the winds of 198 7 were only (6) _ storm force They are far better known than the... more serious storms of 25 January 199 0, (7) _ most of Britain was hit by daytime winds of up 173 km/h On this (8) _, 47 people were killed, even though, (9) _ in 198 7, the weather forecasters