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TRƯỜNG THPT LIỄN SƠN ĐỀ CHÍNH THỨC MÃ ĐỀ 136 ĐỀ THI KHẢO SÁT CHUYÊN ĐỀ NĂM HỌC 2015-2016 MÔN THI: TIẾNG ANH 12 – LẦN Thời gian làm bài: 60 phút PHẦN TRẮC NGHIỆM (Gồm 40 câu hỏi; điểm) Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the others of the same group Question A loved B appeared C agreed D laughed Question A bought B sought C drought D fought Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of the primary stress Question A author B event C recent D topic Question A synchronize B vulnerable C endanger D separate Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) Question The number of insect species is greater than that of all other animal species A equals B augments C exceeds D predicts Question Human beings are constantly contaminating natural habitats of the wildlife A polluting B promoting C destroying D protecting Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) Question Affluent families find it easier to support their children financially A Wealthy B Well-off C Privileged D Impoverished Question She had a cozy little apartment in Boston A uncomfortable B dirty C lazy D warm Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions Question Maria needs retype the report before she hands it in to the managing director A retype B to C managing director D hands it in Question 10 It took her five years to complete the novel which it made her famous worldwide A to complete B famous C worldwide D which it made Question 11 Bathe in mineral water has long been believed to have beneficial effects A Bathe B effects C to have D long been Question 12 Many rare animals are in danger of extinction because illegal hunting and trading A illegal hunting and trading B extinction C because D in danger of Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer in each of the following questions Question 13 The power failure resulted in many of the underground trains for up to one hour A being delayed B to delay C delaying D to be delayed Question 14 When you a book, you read it bits here and there A taste B digest C chew D swallow Question 15 Florida, the Sunshine State, attracts many tourists every year A known as B is known as C that is known as D is Question 16 - An: "This dish is really nice!" - Ba: " It's called yakitori, and it's made with chicken livers." A It's my pleasure B Sure, I'll be glad to C I'm glad you like it D I guess you're right Question 17 I think you have never been to Italy, ? A I B don't I C haven't you D have you Question 18 He told her not to eat it, that there was a risk of food poisoning A to explain B explaining C he explained D explained Question 19 - Daisy: "I like the painting you bought Did it cost much?" - Rose: "No, the artist sold it to me for .” A anything next B next to nothing C next to anything D close to nothing Question 20 - Charles: "Who has brothers and sisters?" - Ben: "Everyone Virginia who's an only child." Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions Long ago prehistoric man began to domesticate a number of wild plants and animals for his own use This not only provided more abundant food but also allowed more people to live on a smaller plot of ground We tend to forget that all of our present-day pets, livestock, and food plants were taken from the wild and developed into the forms we know today As centuries passed and human cultures evolved and blossomed, humans began to organize their knowledge of nature into the broad field of natural history One aspect of early natural history concerned the use of plants for drugs and medicine The early herbalists sometimes overworked their imaginations in this respect For example, it was widely believed that a plant or part of a plant that resembles an internal organ would cure ailments of that organ Thus, an extract made from a heart-shaped leaf might be prescribed for a person suffering from heart problems Nevertheless, the overall contributions of these early observers provided the rudiments of our present knowledge of drugs and their uses Question 21 What does this passage mainly discuss? A The beginning of natural history B Prehistoric man C Early plants and animals D Cures from plants Question 22 The phrase "in this respect" refers to _ A the origin of knowledge of nature B the development of the field of natural history C the development of human culture D the use of plants for drugs and medicine Question 23 The word "blossomed" is closest in meaning to _ A produced flowers B flourished C changed D learned Question 24 The word "extract" is closest in meaning to _ A design B flavor C substance D ailment Question 25 The word "rudiments" is closest in meaning to _ A proofs B beginnings C requirements D history Question 26 The word "this" refers to _ A man’s domestication of plants and animals B providing food for man C man’s ability to live on a small plot of land D the earliest condition of prehistoric man Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to choose the word or phrase that best fits each of the blanks When you read something in a foreign language, you often (27) across words you not fully understand Sometimes you check the meaning in a dictionary and sometimes you (28) The strategy you adopt depends very much (29) the degree of accuracy you require and the time at your disposal If you are the sort of person who tends to turn to the dictionary (30) , it is worth remembering that every dictionary has its advantages Each definition is only an approximation and one builds up an accurate picture of the meaning of a word only after meeting it in a (31) of contexts It is also important to recognize the special dangers of dictionaries that translate from English into your native language and vice versa If you must use a dictionary, it is usually (32) safer to consult an English-English dictionary In most exams you are not permitted to use a dictionary (33) you are allowed to use one, it is very time-consuming to look up words, and time in exams is usually limited You are, (34) , forced to guess the meaning of unfamiliar words Question 27 Question 28 Question 29 Question 30 Question 31 Question 32 Question 33 Question 34 A see A inspect A for A infrequent A variation A too A Although A so that B put B examine B about B frequency B lots B very B Even if B however C come C guess C upon C frequently C variety C no C Provided C so D drop D look D in D frequent D diverse D far D Or else D therefore Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions In today's world, thousands of plants and animals are in danger of extinction, and the number of species at risk increases every year Not all plants or animals existing in small numbers are endangered as their population may not be decreasing or threatened An endangered species is one which is expected to die out within twenty years unless special measures are taken to protect it Endangered animals include blue whales, giant pandas, orangutans, rhinoceroses, snow leopards, tigers and some species of crocodile Endangered plants include some species of cactus Why are the above species of animals endangered? There are now legal limits on hunting, but not all species are protected by law Even when animals are legally protected, illegal hunting for fur, tusks and horns continues Those animals that are not killed are captured and sent to zoos or sold as pets For example, the little blue macaw, a parrot native to Brazil, has been captured in such numbers for private bird collections that it is almost extinct in the wild In addition to this, many species' habitats are eliminated when people clear land in order to build on it, or when they introduce domestic and non-native animals which overgraze the vegetation and even prey on birds and mammals which are already at risk of extinction Why is it important to save endangered species? Firstly, nature is delicately balanced, and the extinction of one species may have a serious effect on others Secondly, it is the fault of mankind that so many species are endangered, so it is our responsibility to protect those species while we still can We must stop the hunting of wild animals and the destruction of the forests before it is too late It is worth making an effort- by saving endangered species we could be saving ourselves Question 35 The word "it" refers to A an endangered plant B the little blue macaw C a bird collection D an endangered animal Question 36 Endangered animals A cannot be saved because we need to save ourselves B have a bad effect on others C are an important part of the world's wildlife D will definitely die out soon Question 37 The word “die out” can be best replaced by A be threatened B reproduce C vanish forever D reappear Question 38 The word “prey” can be best replaced by A harm B victim C control D feed Question 39 The tone of the author of this passage can be described as A concerned B neutral C curious D indifferent Question 40 The author uses the blue macaw as an example of A a species of birds killed by hunters B birds captured for zoos C birds captured for the pet trade D a species that has completely died out PHẦN TỰ LUẬN: (Gồm phần; điểm) I Rewrite each of the following sentences in such a way that the original meaning is exactly the same as the provided one Question She started working as a secretary five years ago → She has _ Question She knows a lot more about it than I → I don’t know Question My French friend finds driving on the left difficult → My French friend isn’t _ Question They think the owner of the house is abroad → The owner Question We didn’t go on holiday because we did not have enough money → If we _ II Paragraph writing: In about 140 words, write a paragraph to talk about the kind of job you would like to after you finish your education Your writing should include: - What kind of job you like to do? - Why you choose that job? - How you realize your dreams? -THE END TRƯỜNG THPT LIỄN SƠN ĐỀ CHÍNH THỨC MÃ ĐỀ 245 ĐỀ THI KHẢO SÁT CHUYÊN ĐỀ NĂM HỌC 2015-2016 MÔN THI: TIẾNG ANH 12 – LẦN Thời gian làm bài: 60 phút Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer in each of the following questions Question The power failure resulted in many of the underground trains for up to one hour A being delayed B to delay C delaying D to be delayed Question When you a book, you read it bits here and there A taste B digest C chew D swallow Question Florida, the Sunshine State, attracts many tourists every year A known as B is known as C that is known as D is Question - An: "This dish is really nice!" - Ba: " It's called yakitori, and it's made with chicken livers." A It's my pleasure B Sure, I'll be glad to C I'm glad you like it D I guess you're right Question I think you have never been to Italy, ? A I B don't I C haven't you D have you Question He told her not to eat it, that there was a risk of food poisoning A to explain B explaining C he explained D explained Question - Daisy: "I like the painting you bought Did it cost much?" - Rose: "No, the artist sold it to me for .” A anything next B next to nothing C next to anything D close to nothing Question - Charles: "Who has brothers and sisters?" - Ben: "Everyone Virginia who's an only child." Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions In today's world, thousands of plants and animals are in danger of extinction, and the number of species at risk increases every year Not all plants or animals existing in small numbers are endangered as their population may not be decreasing or threatened An endangered species is one which is expected to die out within twenty years unless special measures are taken to protect it Endangered animals include blue whales, giant pandas, orangutans, rhinoceroses, snow leopards, tigers and some species of crocodile Endangered plants include some species of cactus Why are the above species of animals endangered? There are now legal limits on hunting, but not all species are protected by law Even when animals are legally protected, illegal hunting for fur, tusks and horns continues Those animals that are not killed are captured and sent to zoos or sold as pets For example, the little blue macaw, a parrot native to Brazil, has been captured in such numbers for private bird collections that it is almost extinct in the wild In addition to this, many species' habitats are eliminated when people clear land in order to build on it, or when they introduce domestic and non-native animals which overgraze the vegetation and even prey on birds and mammals which are already at risk of extinction Why is it important to save endangered species? Firstly, nature is delicately balanced, and the extinction of one species may have a serious effect on others Secondly, it is the fault of mankind that so many species are endangered, so it is our responsibility to protect those species while we still can We must stop the hunting of wild animals and the destruction of the forests before it is too late It is worth making an effort- by saving endangered species we could be saving ourselves Question The word "it" refers to A an endangered plant B the little blue macaw a bird collection C D an endangered animal Question 10 Endangered animals A cannot be saved because we need to save ourselves B have a bad effect on others C are an important part of the world's wildlife D will definitely die out soon Question 11 The word “die out” can be best replaced by A be threatened B reproduce C vanish forever D reappear Question 12 The word “prey” can be best replaced by A harm B victim C control D feed Question 13 The tone of the author of this passage can be described as A concerned B neutral C curious D indifferent The author uses the blue macaw as an example of Question 14 A a species of birds killed by hunters B birds captured for zoos C birds captured for the pet trade D a species that has completely died out Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the others of the same group Question 15 A loved B appeared C agreed D laughed Question 16 A bought B sought C drought D fought Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) Question 17 Affluent families find it easier to support their children financially A Wealthy B Well-off C Privileged D Impoverished Question 18 She had a cozy little apartment in Boston A uncomfortable B dirty C lazy D warm Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions Question 19 Maria needs retype the report before she hands it in to the managing director A retype B to C managing director D hands it in It took her five years to complete the novel which it made her famous worldwide Question 20 A to complete B famous C worldwide D which it made Question 21 Bathe in mineral water has long been believed to have beneficial effects A Bathe B effects C to have D long been Question 22 Many rare animals are in danger of extinction because illegal hunting and trading A illegal hunting and trading B extinction C because D in danger of Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions Long ago prehistoric man began to domesticate a number of wild plants and animals for his own use This not only provided more abundant food but also allowed more people to live on a smaller plot of ground We tend to forget that all of our present-day pets, livestock, and food plants were taken from the wild and developed into the forms we know today As centuries passed and human cultures evolved and blossomed, humans began to organize their knowledge of nature into the broad field of natural history One aspect of early natural history concerned the use of plants for drugs and medicine The early herbalists sometimes overworked their imaginations in this respect For example, it was widely believed that a plant or part of a plant that resembles an internal organ would cure ailments of that organ Thus, an extract made from a heart-shaped leaf might be prescribed for a person suffering from heart problems Nevertheless, the overall contributions of these early observers provided the rudiments of our present knowledge of drugs and their uses Question 23 What does this passage mainly discuss? A The beginning of natural history B Prehistoric man C Early plants and animals D Cures from plants Question 24 The phrase "in this respect" refers to _ A the origin of knowledge of nature B the development of the field of natural history C the development of human culture D the use of plants for drugs and medicine Question 25 The word "blossomed" is closest in meaning to _ A produced flowers B flourished C changed D learned Question 26 The word "extract" is closest in meaning to _ A design B flavor C substance D ailment Question 27 The word "rudiments" is closest in meaning to _ A proofs B beginnings C requirements D history The word refers to _ Question 28 "this" A man’s domestication of plants and animals B providing food for man C man’s ability to live on a small plot of land D the earliest condition of prehistoric man Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of the primary stress Question 29 A author B event C recent D topic synchronize vulnerable endanger Question 30 A B C D separate Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) Question 31 The number of insect species is greater than that of all other animal species A equals B augments C exceeds D predicts Question 32 Human beings are constantly contaminating natural habitats of the wildlife A polluting B promoting C destroying D protecting Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to choose the word or phrase that best fits each of the blanks When you read something in a foreign language, you often (33) across words you not fully understand Sometimes you check the meaning in a dictionary and sometimes you (34) The strategy you adopt depends very much (35) the degree of accuracy you require and the time at your disposal If you are the sort of person who tends to turn to the dictionary (36) , it is worth remembering that every dictionary has its advantages Each definition is only an approximation and one builds up an accurate picture of the meaning of a word only after meeting it in a (37) of contexts It is also important to recognize the special dangers of dictionaries that translate from English into your native language and vice versa If you must use a dictionary, it is usually (38) safer to consult an English-English dictionary In most exams you are not permitted to use a dictionary (39) you are allowed to use one, it is very time-consuming to look up words, and time in exams is usually limited You are, (40) , forced to guess the meaning of unfamiliar words Question 33 Question 34 Question 35 Question 36 Question 37 Question 38 Question 39 Question 40 A see A inspect A for A infrequent A variation A too A Although A so that B put B examine B about B frequency B lots B very B Even if B however C come C guess C upon C frequently C variety C no C Provided C so D drop D look D in D frequent D diverse D far D Or else D therefore PHẦN TỰ LUẬN: (Gồm phần; điểm) I Rewrite each of the following sentences in such a way that the original meaning is exactly the same as the provided one Question She started working as a secretary five years ago → She has _ Question She knows a lot more about it than I → I don’t know Question My French friend finds driving on the left difficult → My French friend isn’t _ Question They think the owner of the house is abroad → The owner Question We didn’t go on holiday because we did not have enough money → If we _ II Paragraph writing: In about 140 words, write a paragraph to talk about the kind of job you would like to after you finish your education Your writing should include: - What kind of job you like to do? - Why you choose that job? - How you realize your dreams? -THE END TRƯỜNG THPT LIỄN SƠN ĐỀ CHÍNH THỨC MÃ ĐỀ 357 ĐỀ THI KHẢO SÁT CHUYÊN ĐỀ NĂM HỌC 2015-2016 MÔN THI: TIẾNG ANH 12 – LẦN Thời gian làm bài: 60 phút PHẦN TRẮC NGHIỆM (Gồm 40 câu hỏi; điểm) Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) Question The number of insect species is greater than that of all other animal species A equals B augments C exceeds D predicts Question Human beings are constantly contaminating natural habitats of the wildlife A polluting B promoting C destroying D protecting Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions Long ago prehistoric man began to domesticate a number of wild plants and animals for his own use This not only provided more abundant food but also allowed more people to live on a smaller plot of ground We tend to forget that all of our present-day pets, livestock, and food plants were taken from the wild and developed into the forms we know today As centuries passed and human cultures evolved and blossomed, humans began to organize their knowledge of nature into the broad field of natural history One aspect of early natural history concerned the use of plants for drugs and medicine The early herbalists sometimes overworked their imaginations in this respect For example, it was widely believed that a plant or part of a plant that resembles an internal organ would cure ailments of that organ Thus, an extract made from a heart-shaped leaf might be prescribed for a person suffering from heart problems Nevertheless, the overall contributions of these early observers provided the rudiments of our present knowledge of drugs and their uses Question What does this passage mainly discuss? A The beginning of natural history B Prehistoric man C Early plants and animals D Cures from plants Question The phrase "in this respect" refers to _ A the origin of knowledge of nature B the development of the field of natural history C the development of human culture D the use of plants for drugs and medicine Question The word "blossomed" is closest in meaning to _ A produced flowers B flourished C changed D learned Question The word "extract" is closest in meaning to _ A design B flavor C substance D ailment Question The word "rudiments" is closest in meaning to _ A proofs B beginnings C requirements D history Question The word "this" refers to _ A man’s domestication of plants and animals B providing food for man C man’s ability to live on a small plot of land D the earliest condition of prehistoric man Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of the primary stress Question A author B event C recent D topic Question 10 A synchronize B vulnerable C endanger D separate Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) Question 11 Affluent families find it easier to support their children financially A Wealthy B Well-off C Privileged D Impoverished Question 12 She had a cozy little apartment in Boston A uncomfortable B dirty C lazy D warm Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the others of the same group Question 13 A loved B appeared C agreed D laughed Question 14 A bought B sought C drought D fought Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions Question 15 Maria needs retype the report before she hands it in to the managing director A retype B to C managing director D hands it in Question 16 It took her five years to complete the novel which it made her famous worldwide A to complete B famous C worldwide D which it made Question 17 Bathe in mineral water has long been believed to have beneficial effects A Bathe B effects C to have D long been Question 18 Many rare animals are in danger of extinction because illegal hunting and trading A illegal hunting and trading B extinction C because D in danger of Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to choose the word or phrase that best fits each of the blanks When you read something in a foreign language, you often (19) across words you not fully understand Sometimes you check the meaning in a dictionary and sometimes you (20) The strategy you adopt depends very much (21) the degree of accuracy you require and the time at your disposal If you are the sort of person who tends to turn to the dictionary (22) , it is worth remembering that every dictionary has its advantages Each definition is only an approximation and one builds up an accurate picture of the meaning of a word only after meeting it in a (23) of contexts It is also important to recognize the special dangers of dictionaries that translate from English into your native language and vice versa If you must use a dictionary, it is usually (24) safer to consult an English-English dictionary In most exams you are not permitted to use a dictionary (25) you are allowed to use one, it is very time-consuming to look up words, and time in exams is usually limited You are, (26) , forced to guess the meaning of unfamiliar words Question 19 Question 20 Question 21 Question 22 Question 23 Question 24 Question 25 Question 26 A see A inspect A for A infrequent A variation A too A Although A so that B put B examine B about B frequency B lots B very B Even if B however C come C guess C upon C frequently C variety C no C Provided C so D drop D look D in D frequent D diverse D far D Or else D therefore Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer in each of the following questions Question 27 The power failure resulted in many of the underground trains for up to one hour A being delayed B to delay C delaying D to be delayed Question 28 When you a book, you read it bits here and there A taste B digest C chew D swallow Question 29 Florida, the Sunshine State, attracts many tourists every year A known as B is known as C that is known as D is Question 30 - An: "This dish is really nice!" - Ba: " It's called yakitori, and it's made with chicken livers." A It's my pleasure B Sure, I'll be glad to C I'm glad you like it D I guess you're right Question 31 I think you have never been to Italy, ? A I B don't I C haven't you D have you Question 32 He told her not to eat it, that there was a risk of food poisoning A to explain B explaining C he explained D explained Question 33 - Daisy: "I like the painting you bought Did it cost much?" - Rose: "No, the artist sold it to me for .” anything next A B next to nothing C next to anything D close to nothing Question 34 - Charles: "Who has brothers and sisters?" - Ben: "Everyone Virginia who's an only child." Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions In today's world, thousands of plants and animals are in danger of extinction, and the number of species at risk increases every year Not all plants or animals existing in small numbers are endangered as their population may not be decreasing or threatened An endangered species is one which is expected to die out within twenty years unless special measures are taken to protect it Endangered animals include blue whales, giant pandas, orangutans, rhinoceroses, snow leopards, tigers and some species of crocodile Endangered plants include some species of cactus Why are the above species of animals endangered? There are now legal limits on hunting, but not all species are protected by law Even when animals are legally protected, illegal hunting for fur, tusks and horns continues Those animals that are not killed are captured and sent to zoos or sold as pets For example, the little blue macaw, a parrot native to Brazil, has been captured in such numbers for private bird collections that it is almost extinct in the wild In addition to this, many species' habitats are eliminated when people clear land in order to build on it, or when they introduce domestic and non-native animals which overgraze the vegetation and even prey on birds and mammals which are already at risk of extinction Why is it important to save endangered species? Firstly, nature is delicately balanced, and the extinction of one species may have a serious effect on others Secondly, it is the fault of mankind that so many species are endangered, so it is our responsibility to protect those species while we still can We must stop the hunting of wild animals and the destruction of the forests before it is too late It is worth making an effort- by saving endangered species we could be saving ourselves Question 35 The word "it" refers to A an endangered plant B the little blue macaw C a bird collection D an endangered animal Question 36 Endangered animals A cannot be saved because we need to save ourselves B have a bad effect on others C are an important part of the world's wildlife D will definitely die out soon Question 37 The word “die out” can be best replaced by A be threatened B reproduce C vanish forever D reappear Question 38 The word “prey” can be best replaced by A harm B victim C control D feed Question 39 The tone of the author of this passage can be described as A concerned B neutral C curious D indifferent Question 40 The author uses the blue macaw as an example of A a species of birds killed by hunters B birds captured for zoos C birds captured for the pet trade D a species that has completely died out PHẦN TỰ LUẬN: (Gồm phần; điểm) I Rewrite each of the following sentences in such a way that the original meaning is exactly the same as the provided one Question She started working as a secretary five years ago → She has _ Question She knows a lot more about it than I → I don’t know Question My French friend finds driving on the left difficult → My French friend isn’t _ Question They think the owner of the house is abroad → The owner Question We didn’t go on holiday because we did not have enough money → If we _ II Paragraph writing: In about 140 words, write a paragraph to talk about the kind of job you would like to after you finish your education Your writing should include: - What kind of job you like to do? - Why you choose that job? - How you realize your dreams? -THE END TRƯỜNG THPT LIỄN SƠN ĐỀ CHÍNH THỨC MÃ ĐỀ 410 ĐỀ THI KHẢO SÁT CHUYÊN ĐỀ NĂM HỌC 2015-2016 MÔN THI: TIẾNG ANH 12 – LẦN Thời gian làm bài: 60 phút PHẦN TRẮC NGHIỆM (Gồm 40 câu hỏi; điểm) Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to choose the word or phrase that best fits each of the blanks When you read something in a foreign language, you often (1) across words you not fully understand Sometimes you check the meaning in a dictionary and sometimes you (2) The strategy you adopt depends very much (3) the degree of accuracy you require and the time at your disposal If you are the sort of person who tends to turn to the dictionary (4) , it is worth remembering that every dictionary has its advantages Each definition is only an approximation and one builds up an accurate picture of the meaning of a word only after meeting it in a (5) of contexts It is also important to recognize the special dangers of dictionaries that translate from English into your native language and vice versa If you must use a dictionary, it is usually (6) safer to consult an English-English dictionary In most exams you are not permitted to use a dictionary (7) you are allowed to use one, it is very time-consuming to look up words, and time in exams is usually limited You are, (8) , forced to guess the meaning of unfamiliar words Question Question Question Question Question Question Question Question A see A inspect A for A infrequent A variation A too A Although A so that B put B examine B about B frequency B lots B very B Even if B however C come C guess C upon C frequently C variety C no C Provided C so D drop D look D in D frequent D diverse D far D Or else D therefore Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of the primary stress Question A author B event C recent D topic Question 10 A synchronize B vulnerable C endanger D separate Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions Question 11 Maria needs retype the report before she hands it in to the managing director A retype B to C managing director D hands it in Question 12 It took her five years to complete the novel which it made her famous worldwide A to complete B famous C worldwide D which it made Question 13 Bathe in mineral water has long been believed to have beneficial effects A Bathe B effects C to have D long been Question 14 Many rare animals are in danger of extinction because illegal hunting and trading A illegal hunting and trading B extinction C because D in danger of Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer in each of the following questions Question 15 The power failure resulted in many of the underground trains for up to one hour A being delayed B to delay C delaying D to be delayed Question 16 When you a book, you read it bits here and there A taste B digest C chew D swallow Question 17 Florida, the Sunshine State, attracts many tourists every year A known as B is known as C that is known as D is Question 18 - An: "This dish is really nice!" - Ba: " It's called yakitori, and it's made with chicken livers." A It's my pleasure B Sure, I'll be glad to C I'm glad you like it D I guess you're right Question 19 I think you have never been to Italy, ? A I B don't I C haven't you D have you Question 20 He told her not to eat it, that there was a risk of food poisoning A to explain B explaining C he explained D explained Question 21 - Daisy: "I like the painting you bought Did it cost much?" - Rose: "No, the artist sold it to me for .” A anything next B next to nothing C next to anything D close to nothing Question 22 - Charles: "Who has brothers and sisters?" - Ben: "Everyone Virginia who's an only child." Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) Question 23 Affluent families find it easier to support their children financially A Wealthy B Well-off C Privileged D Impoverished Question 24 She had a cozy little apartment in Boston A uncomfortable B dirty C lazy D warm Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions In today's world, thousands of plants and animals are in danger of extinction, and the number of species at risk increases every year Not all plants or animals existing in small numbers are endangered as their population may not be decreasing or threatened An endangered species is one which is expected to die out within twenty years unless special measures are taken to protect it Endangered animals include blue whales, giant pandas, orangutans, rhinoceroses, snow leopards, tigers and some species of crocodile Endangered plants include some species of cactus Why are the above species of animals endangered? There are now legal limits on hunting, but not all species are protected by law Even when animals are legally protected, illegal hunting for fur, tusks and horns continues Those animals that are not killed are captured and sent to zoos or sold as pets For example, the little blue macaw, a parrot native to Brazil, has been captured in such numbers for private bird collections that it is almost extinct in the wild In addition to this, many species' habitats are eliminated when people clear land in order to build on it, or when they introduce domestic and non-native animals which overgraze the vegetation and even prey on birds and mammals which are already at risk of extinction Why is it important to save endangered species? Firstly, nature is delicately balanced, and the extinction of one species may have a serious effect on others Secondly, it is the fault of mankind that so many species are endangered, so it is our responsibility to protect those species while we still can We must stop the hunting of wild animals and the destruction of the forests before it is too late It is worth making an effort- by saving endangered species we could be saving ourselves Question 25 The word "it" refers to A an endangered plant B the little blue macaw C a bird collection D an endangered animal Question 26 Endangered animals A cannot be saved because we need to save ourselves B have a bad effect on others C are an important part of the world's wildlife D will definitely die out soon Question 27 The word “die out” can be best replaced by A be threatened B reproduce C vanish forever D reappear Question 28 The word “prey” can be best replaced by A harm B victim C control D feed The tone of the author of this passage can be described as Question 29 A concerned B neutral C curious D indifferent Question 30 The author uses the blue macaw as an example of A a species of birds killed by hunters B birds captured for zoos C birds captured for the pet trade D a species that has completely died out Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) Question 31 The number of insect species is greater than that of all other animal species A equals B augments C exceeds D predicts Question 32 Human beings are constantly contaminating natural habitats of the wildlife A polluting B promoting C destroying D protecting Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the others of the same group Question 33 A loved B appeared C agreed D laughed Question 34 A bought B sought C drought D fought Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions Long ago prehistoric man began to domesticate a number of wild plants and animals for his own use This not only provided more abundant food but also allowed more people to live on a smaller plot of ground We tend to forget that all of our present-day pets, livestock, and food plants were taken from the wild and developed into the forms we know today As centuries passed and human cultures evolved and blossomed, humans began to organize their knowledge of nature into the broad field of natural history One aspect of early natural history concerned the use of plants for drugs and medicine The early herbalists sometimes overworked their imaginations in this respect For example, it was widely believed that a plant or part of a plant that resembles an internal organ would cure ailments of that organ Thus, an extract made from a heart-shaped leaf might be prescribed for a person suffering from heart problems Nevertheless, the overall contributions of these early observers provided the rudiments of our present knowledge of drugs and their uses Question 35 What does this passage mainly discuss? A The beginning of natural history B Prehistoric man Early plants and animals C D Cures from plants Question 36 The phrase "in this respect" refers to _ A the origin of knowledge of nature B the development of the field of natural history C the development of human culture D the use of plants for drugs and medicine Question 37 The word "blossomed" is closest in meaning to _ A produced flowers B flourished C changed D learned Question 38 The word "extract" is closest in meaning to _ A design B flavor C substance D ailment Question 39 The word "rudiments" is closest in meaning to _ A proofs B beginnings C requirements D history Question 40 The word "this" refers to _ A man’s domestication of plants and animals B providing food for man C man’s ability to live on a small plot of land D the earliest condition of prehistoric man PHẦN TỰ LUẬN: (Gồm phần; điểm) I Rewrite each of the following sentences in such a way that the original meaning is exactly the same as the provided one Question She started working as a secretary five years ago → She has _ Question She knows a lot more about it than I → I don’t know Question My French friend finds driving on the left difficult → My French friend isn’t _ Question They think the owner of the house is abroad → The owner Question We didn’t go on holiday because we did not have enough money → If we _ II Paragraph writing: In about 140 words, write a paragraph to talk about the kind of job you would like to after you finish your education Your writing should include: - What kind of job you like to do? - Why you choose that job? - How you realize your dreams? -THE END