SỞ GD&ĐT NINH BÌNH ĐỀ THI CHỌN HỌC SINH GIỎI THPT Năm học 2015 – 2016 ĐỀ THI CHÍNH THỨC MÔN: TIẾNG ANH Ngày thi 06/10/2015 (Thời gian 180, phút không kể thời gian phát đề) Đề thi gồm 04 phần, 08 trang Điểm thi Họ tên, chữ ký giám khảo Bằng số: /20 điểm Giám khảo số 1: Số phách (Do Chủ tịch Hội đồng chấm thi ghi) Bằng chữ: Giám khảo số 2: (Thí sinh làm trực tiếp đề thi này) PART A: PHONETICS (2.0 POINT) Choose the word whose stress pattern is different from that of the other words in the same group Write your answer in the numbered box (2.0 points) 1: A postpone B specialize C purpose D summarize 2: A accident B reference C coincide D formulate 3: A significant B ability C political D sympathetic 4: A envelope B amazing C passenger D decorate 5: A cultural B admittance C demanding D domestic A responsibility B originality C accommodation D mischievousness A appliance B conscientious C independent D confidential A psychology B environmental C impossible D photography A stimulate B maximize C interrupt D register 10.A appointment B punishment C publicity D efficient Your answers: 10 PART B: VOCABULARY AND GRAMMAR (6.0 POINTS) I Choose the best answer to fill in each gap Write your answer in the numbered box (2.0 points) 11 Jack: “Many happy returns, Jill.” Jill: “ ” A Thank you B Good luck! C Really? When? D Thanks The same to you! 12 The conference had to be put until a later date A on B away C off D up 13 Smith: “I’m afraid I can’t come with you.” John: “ ” A What a shame! B It’s shameful! C Thank you D I don’t think so 14 In people, the areas of the brain that control speech are located in the left hemisphere A mostly B most C almost D most of 15 No sooner to marry Jack to have serious doubts A had Carol agreed / than she began B Carol has agreed / than she began C had Carol agreed / than she begins D had Carol agreed / than she had begun 16 Your success in life very largely on yourself A is keen B depends C lies D goes 17 All the boys are good at cooking, but _ is as good as the girls A none B either C neither D every 18 The school was closed for a month because of serious of fever A outcome B outburst C outset D outbreak 19 Don’t be late for the interview, people will think you are a disorganized person A unless B otherwise C if not D or so 20 Only thoroughly unpleasant people leave the of their picnics to spoil the appearance of the countryside A rest B remainder C remains D rester 21 Tom: “I thought your performance last Sunday was wonderful.” Laura: “ _” A Don’t tell a lie I thought it was terrible B You must be kidding It was not as good as I had expected C I completely agree with you It was terrific D No doubt! 22 Henry was really a silly boy when we were at high school I still remember _very stupid questions A him asking B him to ask C asking him D his being asked 23 I’ll have to work hard to _ with the rest of the class A catch B run C keep pace D keep on 24 We took _ of the fine weather and spent the day on the beach A chance B advantage C occasion D effect 25 Never in my life _such a beautiful sunset A I have seen B I see C have I seen D I see 26 the committee, I'd like to thank you for your generous donation A According to B On behalf of C In addition to D Thanks to 27 I’m sorry, teacher I’ve _ my homework on the bus A forgotten B let C missed D left 28 The situation was further complicated by John 's _ A decision B undecidedness C indecision D indecisiveness 29 One theory of the origin of the universe is from the explosion of a tiny, extremely dense fireball several billion years ago A when forming B the formation C that it formed D because what formed 30 We have a future ahead with little comfort, food or hope A cruel B pessimistic C grim D fierce Your answers: 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 II Supply the correct form(s) of the verb in brackets to complete each sentence Write your answer in the numbered box (1.0 point) My parents and I came to live in the United States when I was five years old Although my family is now very comfortable, at first we had a hard time (31 adjust) _ to life here We (32 think) _ that everybody in America was very rich Imagine our surprise when we learned that it was hard for many people, my father included, to make a living My father (33 work) _ as a dentist in Europe before we came here 20 years ago Here he couldn’t work as a dentist right away because he hadn’t passed the state examination yet While I was studying for the dentist examination, he worked in a dental laboratory in order to support his family He (34 practice) here for 20 years now and has gained some recognition My mother, too, (35 be) _ happy here She got a degree in finance years ago and now (36 own) _ her one profitable copy centre As soon as she (37 find) _ some suitable investors, she is going to set up some franchises I myself (38 have) _ a wonderful life Last year I got my law degree and since then I have been working in a small firm where I am very happy At the end of years, I (39 establish) _ myself as a competent professional We all have succeeded beyond our widest dream and are looking forward to even more success When I die, I know I (40 live) a good and rewarding life Answer 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 III Supply the correct form of the word in brackets to complete each sentence Write your answer in the numbered box (2.0 points) 41 Deforestation and excessive farming have …………………… the soil (POOR) 42 The damage caused by the terrible storm two days ago was…………………… by the government The real figures go up every minute (ESTIMATE) 43 .In Britain the people who are out of work get ………………… benefit (EMPLOY) 44 The factory has been fully ………………… (COMPUTER) 45 He won the discus event at the Olympic Games but was later when a medical check proved that he had been taking drugs (QUALIFY) 46 She is extremely about the history of art (KNOW) 47 From the hotel there is a…………………… view across the canyon (BREATH) 48 The talks were totally………… We didn’t reach agreement on anything at all (PRODUCE) 49 The boy was very violent and his parents found him …………… (MANAGE) 50 The accommodation was…………………… and comfortable (SPACE) 51 You should listen ……………… to what the teacher is teaching in class (ATTENTION) 52 Lastly, there must be a perfect ……………… between friends, sympathy with each other’s aims, likes, joys, sorrows, pursuits and pleasures SYMPATHETIC ) 53 My ………… for your skill is great (ADMIRE ) 54 The policeman examined the parcel …………………… as he had no idea what it could be (SUSPECT) 55 Before enrolling on a course, you should first ensure that it has been …………………… by an officially recognized body (VALID) 56 You mustn’t leave your luggage …………….for even a moment on the train here (ATTEND) 57 He wrote so many …………… sentences in his essay (GRAMMAR) 58 He claimed that his …………… had caused him to become a criminal (BRING UP) 59 How much does of this club cost? (MEMBER) 60 His boss told him off because he had behaved (RESPONSIBLE) Your answer: 41 46 51 56 42 47 52 57 43 48 53 58 44 49 54 59 45 50 55 60 IV Find out and correct the mistake in each sentence Write your answer in the numbered box (1.0 point) Example: The oil price is believing to be rising again A B C D Your answer: B is believed 61 Having finished his term paper before the deadline, it was delivered to the professor before the A B C D class 62 In my opinion, I think the problem should be solved as soon as possible A B C D 63 Lack of sanitation in restaurants are a major cause of disease in some areas of the country A B C D 64 All of the cities in Texas, San Antonio is probably the most picturesque A B C D 65 If they took their language lesson seriously, they would be able to communicate with the locals A B C D now 66 The abilities to work hard, follow directions, and thinking independently are some of the criteria A B C for success in the workplace D 67 Some of us have to study their lessons carefully if we expect to pass this examination A B C D 68 A five-thousand-dollars reward was offered for the capture of the escaped criminals A B C D 69 Many kinds of vegetables are growth in California’s Imperial Valley A B C D 70 Cool temperatures, shade, moist, and the presence of dead organic material provide the ideal living A B C D conditions for mushrooms Your answers: Mistake Correction Mistake Correction 61 66 62 67 63 68 64 69 65 70 PART C: READING COMPREHENSION (6.0 POINTS) I Read the following passage and decide which option A, B, C or D best fits each space (2.0 points) Everyone has got two personalities - the one that is shown to the world and the other that is (71) ………… and real You don’t show your secret personality when you are (72)………… , because you can control yourself But when you are asleep, your feeling position (73)………… the real you In a normal (74)………… , of course, people often change their position The important position is the one you go to sleep in If you go to sleep on your back, you are a very (75)………… person You usually believe people and you accept new things or new ideas easily You don’t like to make people sad, so you never express your (76) ………… feeling You are quite shy If you sleep on your stomach, you are a rather secretive person You (77)………… a lot and you always easily become sad You usually live for today not tomorrow This means that you (78) ………… having a good time If you sleep curled up, you are probably a very (79)………… person You have a low opinion of yourself You are shy and don’t like meeting people You (80)………… to be on your own You are easily hurt 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 A A A A A A A A A A important awake makes room independent real talk regret strong pretend Your answers: 71 76 72 77 B B B B B B B B B B serious active understand bed open lonely sleep enjoy healthy oppose C C C C C C C C C C 73 78 secret happy changes night talkative cheerful relax mind nervous refuse 74 79 D D D D D D D D D D particular honest shows body generous gentle worry deny careful prefer 75 80 II Read the passage below and choose the best answer (2.0 points) One of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the Great Pyramid of Giza was a monument of wisdom and prophecy built as a tomb for Pharaoh Cheops in 2720 B.C Despite its antiquity, certain aspects of its construction make it one of truly great wonders of the world The thirteen-acre structure near the Nile River is a solid mass of stone blocks covered with limestone Inside are the number of hidden passageways and the burial chamber for the pharaoh It is the largest single structure in the world The four sides of the pyramid are aligned almost exactly on true north, south, east, and west – an incredible engineering feat The ancient Egyptians were sun worshippers and great astronomers, so computations for the Great Pyramid were based on astronomical observations Explorations and detailed examinations of the base of the structure reveal many intersecting lines Further scientific study indicates that these represent a type of timeline of events-past, present and future Many of the events have been interpreted and found to coincide with known facts of the past Others are prophesied for the future generations and are currently under investigation Many believe that pyramids have supernatural powers and this one is no exception Some researchers even associate it with extraterrestrial beings if the ancient past Was this superstructure made by ordinary beings, or one built by a race far superior to any known today? 81 What has research of the base revealed? A There are cracks in the foundation B The lines represent important events C A superior race of people built it D Tomb robbers have stolen the pharaoh’s body 82 Extraterrestrial beings are _ A researchers in Egyptology B astronomers in the ancient times C living being from other planets D very strong workers 83 What was the most probable reason for providing so many hidden passages? A To permit the high priests to pray at night B To keep grave robbers from finding the tomb and the treasure buried with the pharaoh C To allow the weight of the pyramid to settle evenly D To enable the pharaoh’s family to bring food for his journey to the afterlife 84 The word “feat” in the first passage is closest in meaning to _ A appendage B structure C festivity D accomplishment 85 What the intersecting lines in the base symbolize? A Pathways of the great solar bodies B Dates of important events taking place throughout time C Astrological computation D Architect’s plans for the hidden passages 86 In the second passage, the world “prophesied” is closest in meaning to _ A terminated B foretold C precipitated D affiliated 87 What is the best title for the passage? A Exploration of the Burial Chamber of Cheops A Problems with the construction of the Great Pyramid C Symbolism of the Great Pyramid D Wonders of the Great Pyramid of Giza 88 On what did the ancient Egyptians base their calculations? A Knowledge of the earth’s surface B Advanced technology C Advanced tools of measurement D Observation of the celestial bodies 89 Why was the Great Pyramid constructed? A As a tomb for the Pharaoh B As a solar observatory C As a religious temple D As an engineering feat 90 Why is the Great Pyramid of Giza considered one of the Seven Wonders of the World? A It is very old B It was built by a super race C It was selected as the tomb of Pharaoh Cheops D It is perfectly aligned with the four cardinal points of the compass and contains many prophecies Your answers: 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 III Read the passage and fill in each blank with ONE suitable word Write your answer in the numbered box (2.0 points) Imagine having difficulty every time you wanted to use a pair of scissors or cut a piece of bread Such are the everyday problems facing left-handed people in Britain Living in a right-handed world, (91) _ seems, is not easy It is estimated that (92) _ ten and fifteen percent of the British population is left-handed, yet there are few items made especially for them In an (93) _ to improve the situation, left-handed organizations have been surveying this considerable minority and have produced many things to (94) _ a left-hander’s life that little bit easier The Left-Hander’s Club asked its members which products they would most (95) to see made especially for them and some of those requested the most have been produced by the Anything Left-Handed shop in London Fountain pens, for example, can be a problem for left-handers, (96) the writing is often smudged when the hand travels across the page and the ink sometimes does not flow correctly, (97) _ to the angle the pen is held at Special fountain pens for left-handers have quicker drying ink (98) _ lessen the smudging, and the ink flows better no matter what angle the pen is held at Left-handers in Britain have had to put up with being (99) _ to as clumsy and awkward and sometimes they have even been thought of as stupid Famous left-handers (100) _ Albert Einstein, and many famous sports and film starts It is doubtful whether anyone would call them clumsy, awkward or stupid Your answers: 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100 PART D: WRITING (6.0 POINTS) I Rewrite each of the sentences without changing its meaning, using the cue given (1.5 points) 101 We regret to inform you that your application has not been successful -> Much to …………………………………………………………………………………… 102 It was more of an argument than a discussion -> It was not so ………………………………………………………………………………… 103 If anyone succeeds in solving the problems, it will probably be him -> He is the most ………………………………………………………………………………… 104 Please check for damage before signing the delivery note -> Do not ………………………………………………………………………………………… 105 Such a ridiculous proposal isn't worth serious consideration -> There is ……………………………………………………………………………………… 106 Its lack of irregular verbs makes Esperanto a unique language -> Unlike………………………………… .…………………………… 107 Mr Smith knew little about the Internet, so he didn’t invest into any computer companies ->Had…………………………………………………………………………………………… 108 When she got to the party, everyone was dancing and singing ->On …………………………………………………………………………………………… 109 Everyone was surprised that the famous actor had very little money when he died ->The famous actor …………………………………………………………………………… 110 What mainly distinguishes man from other animals is the power of speech ->Man…………………………………………………………………………………………… II Rewrite each of the sentences without changing its meanings, using the word given (1.5 points) 111 They chose not to drive because they thought there would be too much snow (fear) They chose …………………………………………………………………….… too much snow 112 Could you look after my suitcase for a moment? (eye) ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 113 The number of road accidents has increased dramatically recently (dramatic) ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 114 We must accept the fact that we have lost the golden opportunity (terms) ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 115 Have you decided to enter the poster competition? (go) ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 116 In the end, I felt I had been right to give up the job.( Regrets) ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 117 The music teacher was the only member of staff not to attend the farewell party (exception) ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 118 At the moment I can’t afford to buy a new car (question) ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 119 Please would you send me further details of the job advertised? (grateful) ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 120 I think you should go by train (Were) ……………………………………………………………………………………………… III Write an essay (3.0 points) Choose one of these following topics to write an essay (about 250 words) The advantages and disadvantages of the national examination serving two purposes: high school graduation and university admission The positive and negative impact of mass media The modern technology brings about many benefits but result in the decline of social skills among teenagers What is your opinion? …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… THE END ... answers: 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 II Supply the correct form(s) of the verb in brackets to complete each sentence Write your answer in the numbered box (1. 0 point)... given (1. 5 points) 10 1 We regret to inform you that your application has not been successful -> Much to …………………………………………………………………………………… 10 2 It was more of an argument than a discussion -> It... situation, left-handed organizations have been surveying this considerable minority and have produced many things to (94) _ a left-hander’s life that little bit easier The Left-Hander’s Club