KỲ THI THPT QUỐC GIA ĐỀ THỰC HÀNH SỐ Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions CONTINENTAL DRIFT THEORY The theory of continental drift relates to the Earth’s continents and their relative movement in association with each other It supports that the Earth’s continents were once joined as one large landmass which split into the continents we recognize today It also puts forth that the Earth’s crust is constantly moving, both vertically and horizontally, and its movements in relation to each other are responsible for continental drift The theory that explains these movements is called “plate tectonics” This theory was initially discredited as faulty by most scientists after Alfred Wegner formally published his hypothesis on continental drift in 1915 It was not until the 1950’s that his theory was revived and further research into continental drift began Today, most geophysicists accept the continental drift theory, along with the theory of plate tectonics Evidence for the continental drift theory is supposed by several factors For one, large landmasses seem to “fit together” like a huge puzzle More evidence that continents were at one time linked together comes from identical fossil remains of plants and animals found on opposing continental sea shores Also, several temperate climate fossilized faunas have been discovered in Antarctica indicating the possibility that this continent was at one time closer to equator, whereas the lack of such findings would have possibly dissuaded scientists from further study into continental drift One of the major reasons why Wegner’s original theory did not receive acceptance in his lifetime was his failure to explain the type of forces that could move such large masses of land Initially, he hypothesized that tidal forces caused the land masses to drift However, scientists at the time noted that tidal forces strong enough to move continents would stop Earth’s rotation within one year The final acceptance of part of Wegner’s theory in the mid-20th century was direct result of further evidence of drift found on the ocean floor Eventually, this new evidence led to the theory of plate tectonics The idea that massive plates lay under the Earth’ s crust, and that these plates are in a constant state of movement because they exist directly above a superhot, liquid form of Earth, is widely accepted by the scientific community today Question 1.What ‘s the main idea of the passage ? A: The theory of the Earth’s crust B: The theory of Continental drift C: The Earth’s continent D: Wegner’s original theory Question In paragraph 3, the author lends support to the idea of continental drift by _ A: discussing the strength of tidal forces on the planet's surface B: mentioning the heat generated below the Earth's crust C: comparing the Earth's continents to a large puzzle D: alluding to the climate of Antarctica Question Why does the author mention plate tectonics in paragraph 5? A: To indicate the need for further study of Earth's crust B: To distinguish plate tectonics from continental drift theory C: To show how continental drift theory is supported by plate tectonic theory D: To demonstrate why scientists not support continental drift theory Question According to paragraph 1, continental drift theory suggests _ A: the continents have always been stationary throughout the earth's history B: the earth's surface could have sunk C: the crust itself has no influence on the earth D: all the continents were once stuck together as one big land mass that broke up into piece Question Which of the following best expresses the information in the following sentence? “Also, several temperate climate fossilized faunas have been discovered in Antarctica indicating the possibility that this continent was at one time closer to equator, whereas the lack of such findings would have possibly dissuaded scientists from further study into continental drift.” A: Fossilized animal matter that could only grow in warm weather had been discovered on a continent that is now very cold, which lent support to continental drift theory B: Fossil records show that Antarctica must have had a very cold climate at one time C: Animals that only exist near the equator could have at one time lived in Antarctica, which had to be much closer to the equator D: Plants that grow in very warm conditions have been found near the equator, and Antarctica used to be located near the equator Question Which of the following can be inferred from paragraph about Wegner‟s theory? A: It took into account solar heating and effects of tidal friction B: It was widely accepted by most scientists during his lifetime C: It was not despised by geologists when it was first proposed D: It revealed some fundamental flaws Question The passage states various characteristics of continental drift theory EXCEPT _ A: Large landmasses seem to fit together like a giant puzzle B: Proof supporting continental drift theory includes temperate climate fossilized fauna discovered in tarctica C: Afred Wegner published his theory on continental drift in 1915 D: Continental drift theory has always been widely accepted Question The word “its” in the passage refers to A: Earth's crust B: continent C: drift D: landmass Question The word “dissuaded” in the passage is closest in meaning to _ A: stopped using B: no longer used C: used for wrong purpose D: stopped by advice Question 10 The word “revived” in the passage is closest in meaning to _ A: dismantled B: preserved C: communicated D: restored Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions Question 11 Tom is a full time student and is holding down a full time job He’s really burning the candle at both ends A: doing too much B: working as a firefighter C: holding the candle at the top and the bottom D: lighting a candle Question 12 He thanked me for changing oil and putting air in the tires But I think it is all in a day’s work A: I'm too busy today to the work B: I can the work at the end of the day C: This is a regular part of my job D: it will take me a whole day to the job Question 13.The game of solving difficult puzzles has always filled people with the feeling of a profound excitement A: intricate B: vehement C: fierce D: extreme Question 14.Let's wait here for her; I'm sure she'll turn up before long A enter B visit C arrive D return Question 15.After her mothe3r died, she was raised by her grandparents A come into B brought up C put up D grown up Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the others in the list Question 16 A: administration B: imagine C: idolatry D: acquisition Question17 A: technique B: question C: queue D: quay Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions Question 18 If you eat sensibly, you are not likely to _ weight A: earn B: win C: gain D: put Question 19 Surprisingly, some of things we take _ granted today were invented completely by accident A: up B: for C: after D: in Question 20 Studies done in Germany, where an estimated 10 percent of all roofs today are green, suggest that green roofs last two or three time longer than _ roofs A: commonplace B: conventional C: popular D: common Question 21 _ energy costs increase, the tenants of buildings with green roofs will undoubtedly reap additional savings A: If B: Since C: When D: As Question 22 Jane offered Jim some more chicken; however, Jim was full and seemed not to have another serving Choose the best response Jane: “Would you like some more chicken?” Jim: “ _, I’m full” A: No, thanks B: No, I wouldn’t C: No, I can’t D: Never mind Question 23 Human communication also relies on non-verbal behaviours, each of _ can convey important meanings A: which B: whom C: them D: whose Question 24 Body language varies greatly from one culture to _ and is one area of frequent miscommunication A: the other B: one another C: other D: another Question 25 Were an American, even one fluent in Japanese, to make direct eye contact while negotiating, A: she will be considered angry or aggressive by her Japanese counterparts B: she is considered angry or aggressive by her Japanese counterparts C: she might be considered angry or aggressive by her Japanese counterparts D: she might have been considered angry or aggressive by her Japanese counterparts Question 26.The same gesture in one cultural context may carry a completely different meaning elsewhere A: to display B: to be displayed C: displayed D: displaying Question 27 Both voluntary and involuntary body language may support or doubt on verbal communication A: cast B: place C: put D: give Question 28 Gestures or facial expressions may reinforce a verbal message, making it appear true and sincere _, a speaker’s gestures, stance, or facial cues may belie his or her words A: Therefore B: Additionally C: Conversely D: Apparently Question 29 Sara is late for her bus, and her friend, Christ, consoled her to wait for the next one Select the most suitable response to fill in the blank Sarah: “Oh my God, I’ve missed my bus.” Christ: “ _ Another will come here in ten minutes.” A: Thank you B: Don’t worry C: I hope so D: Don’t mention it Question 30 Studies of carcinogenesis in animals can provide data on _ in human susceptibility A: differences have B: differences are C: differences D: that differences are Question 31 Presidential _are held every four years on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November A: electing B: is elected C: elected and D: elections Question 32 The population of the earth is increasing at a tremendous rate and _ out of control A: is soon going to be B: why it will be C: they have become D: soon will be Question 33 Mr Tanner did his best to fix the faulty oven, but his _ at repairing electrical devices wasn’t good enough to succeed A: craft B: skill C: technique D: service Question 34 There’s no hot chocolate on the menu, sir” “That’s all right I can _ a cup of tea instead A: go with B: with C: drink up D: take up Question 35 I don’t quite like the new apprentice’s approach He seems to _ on the job A: take on B: play down C: snow under D: lie down Question 36 I would like to buy a _ scarf for my mother on her birthday A: beautiful brown French woolen B: French woolen brown beautiful C: woolen French beautiful brown D: brown beautiful woolen French Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word that is stressed differently from the others in the list Question 37.A: controllable B: navigate C: efficiency D: substantially Question 38.A: Egyptian B: reflector C: ornamental D: available Question 39.A: advanced B: evidence C: brighten D: harvest Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions EARTHQUAKE Earthquakes occur as a result of sudden shifts in the Earth’s tectonic plates Sometimes they are characterized by a sudden violent shaking of the ground Depending on the amount of energy released in an earthquake, the geographic location of an earthquake’s initial ground rupture, and the population density in the area surrounding this ground rupture, earthquakes can have severe consequences to human life Scientists use the Richter scale to measure the force or power of an earthquake Developed by Charles F Richter in 1935 in conjunction with the California Institute of Technology, the scale is used to record earthquakes from less than a 2.0, micro-earthquakes, all the way up to more than a 10.0 known as “rocky meteorite impacting,” the likes of which have never been recorded Micro-earthquakes measuring 2.0 or less on the Richer scale occur at a rate of about 8,000 per day These are never felt and are considered harmless Minor earthquakes lay between 3.0-3.9 on the Richter scale They are often felt, but seldom result in any damage It is estimated that there are round 49,000 minor earthquakes per year Measuring in at 6.0-6.9 on the Richter scale, a strong earthquake can devastate areas within a 100 mile radius of the initial ground rupture point as witnessed in several earthquake-prone zones throughout the world Strong earthquakes occur at a frequency of about 120 per year A great earthquake can be extremely destructive in areas several hundred miles across Great earthquakes measure in at 8.0-8.9 on the Richter scale Earth averages on great earthquake per year Scientists have estimated that the 1906 San Francisco earthquake could have measured between 8.0 and 8.9 on the Richter scale This earthquake ruptured 296 miles off the San Andreas Fault Important scientific research of the great San Francisco earthquake spawned new theories about the source of earthquakes For example, the elastic –rebound theory developed by Reid in 1910 after carefully researching the displacement and strains in the crust surrounding the rupture This theory is still the basis for studying the earthquake cycle Question 40 Which of the following can be inferred from the passage about the 1906 San Francisco earthquake? A: Immediately after the 1906 San Francisco earthquake, the scientific community learned very little about earthquake B: It caused mass devastation and became one of the most famous earthquakes in history C: It is considered to be the worst natural disaster in the history of the planet D: It was actually not very destructive Question 41 The author of the passage implies that the Richter scale _ A: is not widely used in the scientific community B: was developed as a result of the 1906 San Francisco earthquake C: helps prevent earthquakes from occurring D: is the standard in the world for measuring earthquake activity Question 42 In paragraph 1, what does the author say about earthquakes? A: They can occur far from the edges of plates along faults B: They tend to be all devastating in nature C: They can occur twice a day in the summertime D: Their occurrence coincides with shifts in the Earth’s tectonic plates Question 43 The word “severe” in the passage is closest in meaning to _ A: excruciating B: serious C: coincided D: heated Question 44 The phrase “in conjunction” in the passage is closest in meaning to _ A: together B: apart C: previously D: at odds Question 45 The word “these” in the passage refers to _ A: trends B: meteoric earthquakes C: Richter scale D: micro-earthquakes Question 46 Which of the following best expresses the essential information in the following sentence? “Measuring in at 6.0-6.9 on the Richter scale, a strong earthquake can devastate areas within a 100 mile radius of the initial ground rupture point as witnessed in several earthquake-prone zones throughout the world.” A: Strong earthquakes can be felt hundreds of miles from the initial ground rupture B: Strong earthquakes seldom cause damage in a radius less than 50 miles C: Strong earthquakes can destroy almost every house within a radius of 100 miles from sources anywhere in the world D: The strongest earthquake cause devastation and death in even places that are usually calm and reputed to be safe from natural disasters Question 47 Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage as a characteristic of earthquakes? A: Some earthquakes are never felt B: They can be measured by the Richter C: They can topple large building D: They can cause devastation Question 48 The word “they” in the passage refers to _ A: consequences B: Shifts C: tectonic plates D: Earthquakes Question 49.How many minor earthquakes are estimated to be there per year? A: 8000 B: 49000 C: 296 D: 120 Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from STUDYING BLACK BEARS After years studying North America’s black bears in the (50) _ way, wildlife biologist Luke Robertson felt no closer to understanding the creatures He realized that he had to (51) _ their trust Abandoning scientific detachment, he took the daring step of forming relationships with the animals, bringing them food to gain their acceptance The (52) _ this has given him into their behaviour has allowed him to dispel certain myths about bears (53) _ to popular belief, he contends that bears not (54) _ as much for fruit as previously supposed He also (55) _ claims that they are ferocious He says people should not be (56) by behaviour such as swatting paws on the ground, and this is (57) , rather than an aggressive, act However, Robertson is no sentiment After devoting years of his life to the bears, he is under no (558) about their feelings for him It is clear that their interest in him does not (59) beyond the food he brings Question 50.A: conventional B: straight C: common D: everyday Question 51.A: achieve B: receive C: win D: catch Question 52 A: vision B: awareness C: insight D: perception Question 53 A: Opposed B: Contrary C: Opposite D: Contradictory Question 54 A: hope B: bother C: desire D: care Question 55 A: reasons B: concludes C: argues D: disputes Question 56 A: misinformed Question 57 A: defense Question 58 A: doubt Question 59 A: extend B: misguided B: defender B: error B: expand C: misled C: defensive C: illusion C: widen D: misdirected D: defend D: impression D: spread Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions Question 60 Atomic nuclei is believed to be composed by protons and neutrons in equal numbers for A B C D the lighter elements Question 61 An animal charity is attempting to trace the owner of a dog that was abandoned at a A B C railway station with it is belongings in a suitcase D Question 62 Some 40% of 2,267 parents surveyed by Action for Children said A their children's emotional well-being was a primary concern Among mothers, this rose to 47%, B C according to the charity's analysis of data collecting by YouGov last year B Question 63 A marionette is controlled by means strings connected to wooden bars A B C D Question 64 One another surprising method of forest conservation is controlled cutting of trees A B C D WRITING Part A Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means the same as the sentence printed before it Question 65 “Just make sure you avoid staying in the city centre, Mike”, said Ruth Ruth warned …………………………………………………………………………………… Question 66 “ He should have let me know”, I said I wish …………………………………………………………………………………………… Question 67 We have not seen one another for a long time We did …………………………………………………………………………………………… Question 68 Father doesn't want you to keep these disgusting insects Father wants you ………………………………………………………………………………… Question 69 The head teacher said she would expel Tom next time The head teacher threatened ……………………………………………………………………… Part B In about 140 words, write a paragraph about the advantages and disadvantages of watching TV …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… The end ... Earth’s tectonic plates Question 43 The word “severe” in the passage is closest in meaning to _ A: excruciating B: serious C: coincided D: heated Question 44 The phrase “in conjunction” in... previously D: at odds Question 45 The word “these” in the passage refers to _ A: trends B: meteoric earthquakes C: Richter scale D: micro-earthquakes Question 46 Which of the following best... They can cause devastation Question 48 The word “they” in the passage refers to _ A: consequences B: Shifts C: tectonic plates D: Earthquakes Question 49 .How many minor earthquakes are estimated