It was my brother who is fond of reading the novels written by HemingwayD. It is my brother who is fond of reading the novels written by Hemingway.[r]
(1)TRƯỜNG THPT LÊ XOAY ĐỀ THI THỬ ĐẠI HỌC LẦN 2
Môn: tiếng Anh
Thời gian làm bài: 90 phút Nội dung đề số 123
I Pick out the word that has the stress differently from that of the other words.
01 A computer B memory C commercial D geography 02 A chemistry B company C comfortable D biology 03 A confident B interview C advertise D position 04 A economic B renovation C irrigation D eliminate
05 A productivity B economical C agricultural D administrative II Choose the sentence that is similar in meaning to the one given.
06 The outcome of the election was never in doubt.
A There was no doubt that it was the outcome of the election B At no time was the outcome of the election in doubt.
C At no time the outcome of the election was in doubt.
D In doubt was the outcome of the election.
07 Peter emphasized the importance of being thoughtful toward one another. A Peter said that people should not talk too much.
B Peter said that people should consider the feelings of others. C Peter said that people should not be too serious.
D Peter said that people should discuss thoughtful topic.
08 Although you work really hard, you will never be promoted here. A If you didn't work hard, you would never be promoted here. B You will never be promoted here; however you work hard. C No matter how you work hard, you will be promoted here. D However hard you work, you will never be promoted here.
09 We regret to inform you that your application has been not successful.
A We apologise for informing you that your application has not been successful.
B We have to inform you that your application has not been successful because we regret C Much to our regret We have to inform you that your application has not been successful. D We have to inform you that your application has not been successful although we regret. 10 People no longer smoke so many cigarettes as they used to.
A Smoking cigarettes used to be allowed years ago.
B The smoking of cigarettes is no longer as popular as it used to be. C So many cigarettes used to be smoked but they aren’t now. D People don’t like smoking cigarettes as much as they did. III Read the passage and choose the correct answer.
Wood has long been a popular building material in North America because it has generally been plentiful and cheap Swedish settlers in Delaware built log cabins as early as 1630s In New England, British colonists built wooden “saltbox houses” Most of the wooden homes of Colonial times could be built with simple tools and minimal skills
In the early 19th century, the standard wooden house was built with beams set into heavy posts and held
together with wooden pegs This method of construction was time- consuming and required highly skilled workers with special tools The balloon- frame house, invented in 1833 in Chicago by a carpenter from Hartford, Connecticut, used a frame of lightweight lumber, mostly 2x and x inches This type of house could be assembled by any careful worker who could saw in a straight line and drive a nail
(2)air like balloons and, at first "balloon frame" was a term of derision But the light frames proved practical, and wooden houses have been basically built this way ever since
11 Skeptics thought that the balloon- frame house would be _.
A blown away B raised C expanded D demolished 12 Most of the wooden houses of Colonial times were .
A demanding B difficult to build C easy to build D challenging 13 All of the following are factors in the development of the balloon- frame house EXCEPT .
A the invention of sophisticated tools B the production of cheap nails C improvements in sawmills D the falling price of lumber
14 According to the passage, where did the inventor of the balloon- frame house originally come from? A Chicago B Sweden C Connecticut D Delaware 15 The author implies that which of the following types of houses required the most skill to produce?
A Balloon- frame houses. B Saltbox houses.
C Standard wooden houses of the early 19th century. D The log cabin built by Swedish settlers.
16 The word derision is closest in meaning to .
A ridicule B ignorance C regret D affection 17 According to the passage, why was the term balloon- frame applied to certain houses?
A They could be easily expanded.
B They were made of lightweight materials.
C They had rounded frames that slightly resembled balloons. D They could be moved from place to place.
18 Which of the following questions about the balloon- frame house is NOT answered in the passage? A Where was it invented?
B In what year was it invented? C What was its inventor's name?
D What size was most of the lumber used in its framework?
19 The standard method of construction in the early 19th century was described as .
A revolutionary B innovative C basic D
time-consuming
20 What is the main purpose of this passage?
A To stress the importance of wood as a building material.
B To trace the influence of Swedish and British settlers on American styles of buildings. C To describe a revolutionary technique for constructing wooden houses.
D To compare methods of constructing wooden houses in various parts of the country. IV Choose the word or phrase that best fits the blank space in the following passage.
People in the United States often shop from catalogs There are special catalogs for (21) every need, including clothing, furniture, health, (22) products and things for the kitchen People also order (23) _ 40% of their music from music club catalogs Customers say that music stores are too noisy
Television shopping began in 1986 About 5% to 8% of the American public now shops by television Some (24) _shopping channels are the Home Shopping Network and QVC Customers say that television shopping is (25) .than shopping in a store How they buy things? They (26) a phone call and charge the item to their credit card And TV shopping channels are on late at night (27) people can go shopping anytime
(3)T-shirts, and posters And new on- line shopping services (30) every day Soon people may be able to shop for anything, anytime, anywhere in the world
21 A most B most of C almost D mostly 22 A beautifully B beautifies C beauty D beautiful
23 A about B to C of D for
24 A favorite B popular C liked D beloved 25 A more B larger C easier D popular
26 A make B have C D ring
27 A though B but C because D so
28 A houseful B households C housewife D housework 29 A amazing B exciting C interesting D surprising
30 A raise B forecast C come D appear
V Choose the best answer that best completes each sentence.
31 Today, household chores have been made much easier by electrical .
A utilities B instruments C appliances D application 32 Until last year he was a _ manager in the car factory.
A production B producing C product D produce 33 The _of the main building will be complemented by the landscaper’s design.
A outer B exterior C outing D external 34 She was _with friends at school because she always made them laugh.
A familiar B attractive C popular D considerate
35 In the rush hour, the traffic its way over the bridge into the city.
A crawled B inched C forced D wormed 36 Before you sign the contact, in mind that you won’t be able to change anything later.
A hold B retain C reserve D bear
37 _, that runner is likely to be the first one chosen.
A Due to her agility and speed B Because she is agile and speed C Because agile and rapid D Because of rapid
38. , we tried our best to complete it.
A As though the homework was difficult B Thanks to the difficult homework C Difficult as the homework was D Despite the homework was difficult 39 Frank: “ Do you know how old I am?”
Daisy:” _.”
A I couldn’t help it B Don’t mention it C Happy birthday D I haven’t a clue
40 Smoking has been banned in public places in some countries.
A limited B made illegal C restricted D given away VI Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from to 10.
Psychologists have debated a long time about whether a child's upbringing can give it the ability to outstandingly well Some think that it is impossible to develop genius and say that it is simply something a person is born with Others, however, argue that the potential for great achievement can be developed The truth lies somewhere between these two extremes
It seems very obvious that being born with the right qualities from gifted parents will increase a child's ability to well However, this ability will be fully realized only with the right upbringing and opportunities As one psychologist says, "To have a fast car, you need both a good engine and fuel."
(4)One case involving very intelligent twins was quoted One of the twins received a normal upbringing, and performed well The other twin, however, was brought up by extremely supportive parents and given every possible opportunity to develop its abilities That twin, though starting out with the same degree of intelligence as the other, performed even better
This case reflects the general principle of intelligence and ability The more favorable the environment, the more a child's intelligence and ability are developed However, there is no link between intelligence and the socioeconomic level of a child's family In other words, it does not matter how poor or how rich a family is, as this does not affect intelligence
Gifted people cannot be created by supportive parents, but they can be developed by them One professor of music said that outstanding musicians usually started two or three years earlier than ordinary performers, often because their parents had recognized their ability These musicians then needed at least ten years' hard work and training in order to reach the level they were capable of attaining
People who want to have very gifted children are given the following advice: * Marry an intelligent person
* Allow children to follow their own interests rather than the interests of the parents * Start a child's education early but avoid pushing the child too hard
Encourage children to play; for example, playing with musical instruments is essential for a child who wants to become an outstanding musician
41 The upbringing of highly intelligent children requires
A good musical instruments B parental support and encouragement C wealthy and loving parents D an expensive education
42 The word "others" used in the first paragraph refers to
A other people B other children C other geniuses D other scientists 43 When scientists studied intelligence and ability in twins, they found that _. A different twins generally have different levels of ability
B intelligence and development are irrelevant to ability C ability depends mainly on intelligence and achievement D ability depends both on intelligence and on environment 44 Scientists chose twins for their study because . A each twin has the same environment as his/her twin
B they have the same economic background and hence the same opportunities C they have the same genetic background, usually with similar intelligence D they are born into the same family, hence the same upbringing
45 How were great musicians different from ordinary musicians in their development? A They concentrated on music to the exclusion of other areas
B Their ability was realized at an early stage and then nurtured. C They practice playing their instruments for many years. D They were exceptionally intelligent and artistic.
46 The writer advises that gifted children should be allowed to follow .
A their own interests B only their interests in musical instruments C their parents' interests D only their interests in computer games 47 When encouraging their gifted children, parents should avoid _.
A permitting them to follow their own interests B starting their education at an early age C pushing their children too hard D letting them play their own way
48 The remark: "To have a fast car, you need both a good engine and fuel." in the passage means that in order to
become a genius
A you need intelligence and you need to develop it B you should try to move quickly and efficiently
C you need to have good health and good nourishment D you must nourish your brain and train your
(5)49 The word "favorable" in the passage mostly means A "under the control or in the power of somebody else" B "of high quality or an acceptable standard"
C "good for someone and making him/ her likely to be successful" D "helping somebody to be more intelligent compared to other people" 50 All of the following statements are true EXCEPT . A a child's intelligence is influenced by that of his/ her parents B studying different twins is a useful scientific procedure
C educational development depends completely on economic well-being D To become successful, a child needs both native intelligence and development VII Identify the error in each sentence.
51 Like his brother, Mike has chosen the economics as his major in the university. A B C D
52 In the whole I agree with what you’re saying, but I’m not sure about your last point.
A B C D
53 The explanation that our instructor gave us was different than the one yours give you. A B C D
54 I suggest that he goes to the doctor as soon as he returns from taking the exam. A B C D
55 Our new neighbors had been living in Arizona since ten years before moving to their present house. A B C D
VIII Choose the sentence that is similar in meaning to the one given. 56 My brother is fond of reading the novels written by Hemingway.
A It is my brother who is fond of reading the novels written by Hemingway. B It is the novels that are written by Hemingway are fond of by my brother. C It is Hemingway that my brother is fond of reading the novel.
D It was my brother who is fond of reading the novels written by Hemingway. 57 If it hadn't been for his carelessness, he would have finished the work.
A He was careless because he had not finished the work. B If he were careful, he would finish the work.
C If he had been more careful, he would have finished the work. D Because he wasn't careless, he didn't finish the work.
58 Throughout his life, the fisherman suffered from great poverty. A Although the fisherman was poor, he led a great life
C The fisherman was so poor that died young.
B Poverty prevented the fisherman from enjoying life D The fisherman's life was one of great poverty.
59 I am sure you didn't lock the door because here's the key. A You can't have locked the door because here's the key. B You haven't been able to lock the door because here's the key. C You weren't able to lock the door because here's the key. D You couldn't lock the door because here's the key.
60 “I will let you know the answer by the end of this week,” Peter said to Daisy. A Peter insisted on letting Daisy know the answer by the end of the week. B Peter offered to give Daisy the answer by the end of the week.
C Peter promised to give Daisy the answer by the end of the week. D Peter suggested giving Daisy the answer by the end of the week. IX Choose the best answer that best completes each sentence.
(6)A there having B having had C being D there being 62 I’m not very _of criticism, while my sister is good at taking it.
A tolerant B tolerable C toleration D tolerate 63 We are out of fuel reserves, so we have to learn to economize.
A exhausting B finishing C running D working 64 Gardeners transplant bushes and flowers by moving them from to another.
A one place B places C a place D single place 65 English is understood more _ than any other language.
A largely B widely C broadly D immensely 66 Ask people what is happening to the world's population and they are likely to say it is .
A booming B blossoming C explosion D bombing 67 The cliffs are being constantly by heavy seas.
A eroded B worn C eaten D gulfed 68 He stealing the purse He said he wasn't there at that time.
A denied B refused C declined D confirmed 69 _ weather! We can't go for a walk now.
A What terrible B How a terrible C What a terrible D How terrible 70 His illness made him _ of concentration.
A incapable B powerless C unable D incompetent 71 There are few _ sites inside the city Most of them are in the countryside.
A historic B historical C history D historian 72 It is said that this washing powder will clothes.
A soften B enrich C shorten D widen 73 I rang him up to ask _ he was doing at the moment.
A what B why C whom D how often
74 Near the White House is _ famous landmark called the Washington Monument.
A other B an C the other D another 75 As the manager cannot go to the reception, I am representing the company _.
A on his behalf B for his part C from his point of view D on his account 76 If only I _ that I will regret it for the rest of my life.
A was not doing B would not do C had not done D did not do 77 Five dollars enough for me I don't need much.
A is B are C was D were
78 The instructions are rather The children can hardly understand them.
A confusing B confused C embarrassing D embarrassed 79 A newborn baby can neither walk nor crawl A newborn antelope, _, can run within minutes of
birth
A however B even though C nevertheless D otherwise 80 I hear they are going to the old cinema and build a supermarket.
A go down with B away with C cut down on D get away with
(7)TRƯỜNG THPT LÊ XOAY ĐỀ THI THỬ ĐẠI HỌC LẦN 2 Môn: tiếng Anh
Thời gian làm bài: 90 phút
Nội dung đề số 132
I Read the passage and choose the correct answer.
Wood has long been a popular building material in North America because it has generally been plentiful and cheap Swedish settlers in Delaware built log cabins as early as 1630s In New England, British colonists built wooden “saltbox houses” Most of the wooden homes of Colonial times could be built with simple tools and minimal skills
In the early 19th century, the standard wooden house was built with beams set into heavy posts and held
together with wooden pegs This method of construction was time- consuming and required highly skilled workers with special tools The balloon- frame house, invented in 1833 in Chicago by a carpenter from Hartford, Connecticut, used a frame of lightweight lumber, mostly 2x and x inches This type of house could be assembled by any careful worker who could saw in a straight line and drive a nail
This revolution in building was made possible by improved sawmills that could quickly cut boards to standard sizes and the lower cost of lumber that resulted There were also new machines that could produce huge quantities of inexpensive nails Skeptics predicted that a strong wind could send such houses flying through the air like balloons and, at first "balloon frame" was a term of derision But the light frames proved practical, and wooden houses have been basically built this way ever since
01 What is the main purpose of this passage?
A To describe a revolutionary technique for constructing wooden houses.
B To compare methods of constructing wooden houses in various parts of the country. C To trace the influence of Swedish and British settlers on American styles of buildings. D To stress the importance of wood as a building material.
02 According to the passage, where did the inventor of the balloon- frame house originally come from? A Chicago B Sweden C Connecticut D Delaware 03 The standard method of construction in the early 19th century was described as .
A innovative B basic C revolutionary D
time-consuming
04 Skeptics thought that the balloon- frame house would be _.
A raised B blown away C demolished D expanded 05 All of the following are factors in the development of the balloon- frame house EXCEPT .
A the invention of sophisticated tools B the production of cheap nails C improvements in sawmills D the falling price of lumber
06 Which of the following questions about the balloon- frame house is NOT answered in the passage? A Where was it invented?
B What size was most of the lumber used in its framework? C In what year was it invented?
D What was its inventor's name?
07 According to the passage, why was the term balloon- frame applied to certain houses? A They could be moved from place to place.
B They could be easily expanded.
C They had rounded frames that slightly resembled balloons D They were made of lightweight materials.
08 The author implies that which of the following types of houses required the most skill to produce? A Standard wooden houses of the early 19th century
B Saltbox houses.
C Balloon- frame houses
(8)09 The word derision is closest in meaning to .
A affection B regret C ridicule D ignorance 10 Most of the wooden houses of Colonial times were .
A easy to build B demanding C difficult to build D challenging II Choose the best answer that best completes each sentence.
11 His illness made him _ of concentration.
A incompetent B unable C incapable D powerless 12 It is said that this washing powder will _ clothes.
A soften B shorten C enrich D widen 13 Last night, _nothing to watch on TV, we went out.
A there having B having had C there being D being 14 I hear they are going to the old cinema and build a supermarket.
A cut down on B go down with C away with D get away with 15 English is understood more _ than any other language.
A widely B largely C immensely D broadly 16 I rang him up to ask _ he was doing at the moment.
A whom B why C how often D what
17 The cliffs are being constantly by heavy seas.
A eroded B worn C eaten D gulfed 18 There are few _ sites inside the city Most of them are in the countryside.
A historic B historical C history D historian 19 I’m not very _of criticism, while my sister is good at taking it.
A tolerable B tolerant C toleration D tolerate 20 Gardeners transplant bushes and flowers by moving them from to another.
A one place B single place C a place D places 21 Near the White House is _ famous landmark called the Washington Monument.
A another B an C other D the other 22 If only I _ that I will regret it for the rest of my life.
A was not doing B had not done C would not do D did not do 23 Ask people what is happening to the world's population and they are likely to say it is .
A bombing B explosion C booming D blossoming 24 A newborn baby can neither walk nor crawl A newborn antelope, _, can run within minutes of
birth
A however B even though C nevertheless D otherwise 25 Five dollars _ enough for me I don't need much.
A were B are C is D was
26 As the manager cannot go to the reception, I am representing the company _.
A from his point of view B on his account C for his part D on his behalf 27 We are out of fuel reserves, so we have to learn to economize.
A running B finishing C exhausting D working 28 The instructions are rather The children can hardly understand them.
A embarrassed B confusing C confused D embarrassing 29 _ weather! We can't go for a walk now.
A What terrible B What a terrible C How a terrible D How terrible 30 He stealing the purse He said he wasn't there at that time.
A denied B confirmed C declined D refused III Identify the error in each sentence.
(9)32 I suggest that he goes to the doctor as soon as he returns from taking the exam. A B C D
33 In the whole I agree with what you’re saying, but I’m not sure about your last point.
A B C D
34 The explanation that our instructor gave us was different than the one yours give you. A B C D
35 Our new neighbors had been living in Arizona since ten years before moving to their present house. A B C D
IV Choose the sentence that is similar in meaning to the one given. 36 Although you work really hard, you will never be promoted here.
A If you didn't work hard, you would never be promoted here. B No matter how you work hard, you will be promoted here. C However hard you work, you will never be promoted here. D You will never be promoted here; however you work hard. 37 The outcome of the election was never in doubt.
A There was no doubt that it was the outcome of the election B In doubt was the outcome of the election.
C At no time the outcome of the election was in doubt.
D At no time was the outcome of the election in doubt.
38 We regret to inform you that your application has been not successful.
A We apologize for informing you that your application has not been successful.
B Much to our regret We have to inform you that your application has not been successful C We have to inform you that your application has not been successful because we regret
D We have to inform you that your application has not been successful although we regret. 39 Peter emphasized the importance of being thoughtful toward one another.
A Peter said that people should not be too serious. B Peter said that people should discuss thoughtful topic. C Peter said that people should consider the feelings of others. D Peter said that people should not talk too much.
40 People no longer smoke so many cigarettes as they used to. A People don’t like smoking cigarettes as much as they did. B Smoking cigarettes used to be allowed years ago.
C So many cigarettes used to be smoked but they aren’t now. D The smoking of cigarettes is no longer as popular as it used to be.
V Choose the word or phrase that best fits the blank space in the following passage.
People in the United States often shop from catalogs There are special catalogs for (41) every need, including clothing, furniture, health, (42) products and things for the kitchen People also order (43) _ 40% of their music from music club catalogs Customers say that music stores are too noisy
Television shopping began in 1986 About 5% to 8% of the American public now shops by television Some (44) _shopping channels are the Home Shopping Network and QVC Customers say that television shopping is (45) than shopping in a store How they buy things? They (46) _a phone call and charge the item to their credit card And TV shopping channels are on late at night (47) people can go shopping anytime
Is computer shopping the way of the future? About 37% of American (48) now have personal computers And shopping by computer (or shopping on-line) is (49) _to more people every day Already, shoppers can use their computers to order many different products, such as computer products, flowers, foods, T-shirts, and posters And new on- line shopping services (50) every day Soon people may be able to shop for anything, anytime, anywhere in the world
(10)42 A beautifully B beautiful C beauty D beautifies
43 A about B of C to D for
44 A liked B beloved C popular D favorite 45 A more B easier C larger D popular
46 A B make C ring D have
47 A though B so C but D because 48 A households B houseful C housewife D housework
49 A amazing B surprising C exciting D interesting
50 A appear B forecast C come D raise VI Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from to 10.
Psychologists have debated a long time about whether a child's upbringing can give it the ability to outstandingly well Some think that it is impossible to develop genius and say that it is simply something a person is born with Others, however, argue that the potential for great achievement can be developed The truth lies somewhere between these two extremes
It seems very obvious that being born with the right qualities from gifted parents will increase a child's ability to well However, this ability will be fully realized only with the right upbringing and opportunities As one psychologist says, "To have a fast car, you need both a good engine and fuel."
Scientists have recently assessed intelligence, achievement, and ability in 50 sets of identical twins that were separated shortly after birth and brought up by different parents They found that achievement was based on intelligence, and later influenced by the child's environment
One case involving very intelligent twins was quoted One of the twins received a normal upbringing, and performed well The other twin, however, was brought up by extremely supportive parents and given every possible opportunity to develop its abilities That twin, though starting out with the same degree of intelligence as the other, performed even better
This case reflects the general principle of intelligence and ability The more favorable the environment, the more a child's intelligence and ability are developed However, there is no link between intelligence and the socioeconomic level of a child's family In other words, it does not matter how poor or how rich a family is, as this does not affect intelligence
Gifted people cannot be created by supportive parents, but they can be developed by them One professor of music said that outstanding musicians usually started two or three years earlier than ordinary performers, often because their parents had recognized their ability These musicians then needed at least ten years' hard work and training in order to reach the level they were capable of attaining
People who want to have very gifted children are given the following advice: * Marry an intelligent person
* Allow children to follow their own interests rather than the interests of the parents * Start a child's education early but avoid pushing the child too hard
Encourage children to play; for example, playing with musical instruments is essential for a child who wants to become an outstanding musician
51 The upbringing of highly intelligent children requires
A good musical instruments B parental support and encouragement C wealthy and loving parents D an expensive education
52 The word "others" used in the first paragraph refers to
A other people B other children C other geniuses D other scientists 53 When scientists studied intelligence and ability in twins, they found that _. A different twins generally have different levels of ability
(11)54 Scientists chose twins for their study because . A each twin has the same environment as his/her twin
B they have the same economic background and hence the same opportunities C they have the same genetic background, usually with similar intelligence D they are born into the same family, hence the same upbringing
55 How were great musicians different from ordinary musicians in their development? A They concentrated on music to the exclusion of other areas
B Their ability was realized at an early stage and then nurtured. C They practice playing their instruments for many years. D They were exceptionally intelligent and artistic.
56 The writer advises that gifted children should be allowed to follow .
A their own interests B only their interests in musical instruments C their parents' interests D only their interests in computer games 57 When encouraging their gifted children, parents should avoid _.
A permitting them to follow their own interests B starting their education at an early age C pushing their children too hard D letting them play their own way
58 The remark: "To have a fast car, you need both a good engine and fuel." in the passage means that in order
to become a genius
A you need intelligence and you need to develop it B you should try to move quickly and efficiently
C you need to have good health and good nourishment
D you must nourish your brain and train your muscles hard
59 The word "favorable" in the passage mostly means A "under the control or in the power of somebody else" B "of high quality or an acceptable standard"
C "good for someone and making him/ her likely to be successful" D "helping somebody to be more intelligent compared to other people" 60 All of the following statements are true EXCEPT . A a child's intelligence is influenced by that of his/ her parents B studying different twins is a useful scientific procedure
C educational development depends completely on economic well-being D To become successful, a child needs both native intelligence and development VII Pick out the word that has the stress differently from that of the other words.
61 A computer B geography C commercial D memory 62 A confident B interview C advertise D position 63.A renovation B eliminate C irrigation D economic 64 A biology B company C chemistry D comfortable
65 A productivity B economical C agricultural D administrative VIII Choose the sentence that is similar in meaning to the one given.
66 My brother is fond of reading the novels written by Hemingway.
A It was my brother who is fond of reading the novels written by Hemingway. B It is Hemingway that my brother is fond of reading the novel.
C It is my brother who is fond of reading the novels written by Hemingway. D It is the novels that are written by Hemingway are fond of by my brother. 67 “I will let you know the answer by the end of this week,” Peter said to Daisy.
A Peter insisted on letting Daisy know the answer by the end of the week. B Peter offered to give Daisy the answer by the end of the week.
(12)68 I am sure you didn't lock the door because here's the key. A You can't have locked the door because here's the key. B You couldn't lock the door because here's the key. C You weren't able to lock the door because here's the key. D You haven't been able to lock the door because here's the key. 69 If it hadn't been for his carelessness, he would have finished the work.
A He was careless because he had not finished the work. B Because he wasn't careless, he didn't finish the work.
C If he had been more careful, he would have finished the work. D If he were careful, he would finish the work.
70 Throughout his life, the fisherman suffered from great poverty. A The fisherman's life was one of great poverty.
B Poverty prevented the fisherman from enjoying life. C Although the fisherman was poor, he led a great life. D The fisherman was so poor that died young.
IX Choose the best answer that best completes each sentence.
71 Today, household chores have been made much easier by electrical .
A utilities B instruments C appliances D application 72 Until last year he was a _ manager in the car factory.
A production B producing C product D produce 73 The _of the main building will be complemented by the landscaper’s design.
A outer B exterior C outing D external 74 She was _with friends at school because she always made them laugh.
A familiar B attractive C popular D considerate
75 In the rush hour, the traffic its way over the bridge into the city.
A crawled B inched C forced D wormed 76 Before you sign the contact, in mind that you won’t be able to change anything later.
A hold B retain C reserve D bear
77 _, that runner is likely to be the first one chosen.
A Due to her agility and speed B Because she is agile and speed C Because agile and rapid D Because of rapid
78. , we tried our best to complete it.
A As though the homework was difficult B Thanks to the difficult homework C Difficult as the homework was D Despite the homework was difficult 79 Frank: “ Do you know how old I am?”
Daisy:” _.”
A I couldn’t help it B Don’t mention it C Happy birthday D I haven’t a
clue
80 Smoking has been banned in public places in some countries.
A limited B made illegal C restricted D given away
(13)END -TRƯỜNG THPT LÊ XOAY ĐỀ THI THỬ ĐẠI HỌC LẦN 2 Môn: tiếng Anh
Thời gian làm bài: 90 phút
Nội dung đề số 213
I Pick out the word that has the stress differently from that of the other words.
01 A renovation B economic C irrigation D eliminate 02 A memory B computer C commercial D geography 03 A chemistry B biology C company D comfortable 04 A confident B interview C advertise D position
05 A productivity B economical C agricultural D administrative II Choose the sentence that is similar in meaning to the one given.
06 If it hadn't been for his carelessness, he would have finished the work. A If he had been more careful, he would have finished the work. B He was careless because he had not finished the work.
C Because he wasn't careless, he didn't finish the work. D If he were careful, he would finish the work.
07 My brother is fond of reading the novels written by Hemingway.
A It is the novels that are written by Hemingway are fond of by my brother. B It is Hemingway that my brother is fond of reading the novel.
C It was my brother who is fond of reading the novels written by Hemingway. D It is my brother who is fond of reading the novels written by Hemingway. 08 “I will let you know the answer by the end of this week,” Peter said to Daisy.
A Peter insisted on letting Daisy know the answer by the end of the week. B Peter offered to give Daisy the answer by the end of the week.
C Peter promised to give Daisy the answer by the end of the week. D Peter suggested giving Daisy the answer by the end of the week.
09 Throughout his life, the fisherman suffered from great poverty. A The fisherman was so poor that died young.
B The fisherman's life was one of great poverty. C Although the fisherman was poor, he led a great life. D Poverty prevented the fisherman from enjoying life. 10 I am sure you didn't lock the door because here's the key.
A You weren't able to lock the door because here's the key. B You haven't been able to lock the door because here's the key. C You can't have locked the door because here's the key. D You couldn't lock the door because here's the key. III Identify the error in each sentence.
11 In the whole I agree with what you’re saying, but I’m not sure about your last point. A B C D
12 Our new neighbors had been living in Arizona since ten years before moving to their present house. A B C D
13 The explanation that our instructor gave us was different than the one yours give you. A B C D 14 Like his brother, Mike has chosen the economics as his major in the university. A B C D
(14)IV Choose the word or phrase that best fits the blank space in the following passage.
People in the United States often shop from catalogs There are special catalogs for (16) every need, including clothing, furniture, health, (17) products and things for the kitchen People also order (18) _ 40% of their music from music club catalogs Customers say that music stores are too noisy
Television shopping began in 1986 About 5% to 8% of the American public now shops by television Some (19) _shopping channels are the Home Shopping Network and QVC Customers say that television shopping is (20) _than shopping in a store How they buy things? They (21) a phone call and charge the item to their credit card And TV shopping channels are on late at night (22) people can go shopping anytime
Is computer shopping the way of the future? About 37% of American (23) now have personal computers And shopping by computer (or shopping on-line) is (24) to more people every day Already, shoppers can use their computers to order many different products, such as computer products, flowers, foods, T-shirts, and posters And new on- line shopping services (25) every day Soon people may be able to shop for anything, anytime, anywhere in the world
16 A almost B most C mostly D most of 17 A beautifies B beauty C beautifully D beautiful
18 A for B about C to D of
19 A favorite B liked C popular D beloved 20 A larger B easier C more D popular
21 A have B C ring D make
22 A but B though C because D so 23 A housewife B households C housework D houseful 24 A surprising B exciting C interesting D amazing
25 A raise B appear C forecast D come V Choose the best answer that best completes each sentence.
26 Today, household chores have been made much easier by electrical .
A utilities B instruments C appliances D application 27 Until last year he was a _ manager in the car factory.
A production B producing C product D produce 28 The _of the main building will be complemented by the landscaper’s design.
A outer B exterior C outing D external 29 She was _with friends at school because she always made them laugh.
A familiar B attractive C popular D considerate
30 In the rush hour, the traffic its way over the bridge into the city.
A crawled B inched C forced D wormed 31 Before you sign the contact, in mind that you won’t be able to change anything later.
A hold B retain C reserve D bear
32 _, that runner is likely to be the first one chosen.
A Due to her agility and speed B Because she is agile and speed C Because agile and rapid D Because of rapid
33. , we tried our best to complete it.
A As though the homework was difficult B Thanks to the difficult homework C Difficult as the homework was D Despite the homework was difficult 34 Frank: “ Do you know how old I am?”
Daisy:” _.”
A I couldn’t help it B Don’t mention it C Happy birthday D I haven’t a clue 35 Smoking has been banned in public places in some countries.
(15)VI Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from to 10.
Psychologists have debated a long time about whether a child's upbringing can give it the ability to outstandingly well Some think that it is impossible to develop genius and say that it is simply something a person is born with Others, however, argue that the potential for great achievement can be developed The truth lies somewhere between these two extremes
It seems very obvious that being born with the right qualities from gifted parents will increase a child's ability to well However, this ability will be fully realized only with the right upbringing and opportunities As one psychologist says, "To have a fast car, you need both a good engine and fuel."
Scientists have recently assessed intelligence, achievement, and ability in 50 sets of identical twins that were separated shortly after birth and brought up by different parents They found that achievement was based on intelligence, and later influenced by the child's environment
One case involving very intelligent twins was quoted One of the twins received a normal upbringing, and performed well The other twin, however, was brought up by extremely supportive parents and given every possible opportunity to develop its abilities That twin, though starting out with the same degree of intelligence as the other, performed even better
This case reflects the general principle of intelligence and ability The more favorable the environment, the more a child's intelligence and ability are developed However, there is no link between intelligence and the socioeconomic level of a child's family In other words, it does not matter how poor or how rich a family is, as this does not affect intelligence
Gifted people cannot be created by supportive parents, but they can be developed by them One professor of music said that outstanding musicians usually started two or three years earlier than ordinary performers, often because their parents had recognized their ability These musicians then needed at least ten years' hard work and training in order to reach the level they were capable of attaining
People who want to have very gifted children are given the following advice: * Marry an intelligent person
* Allow children to follow their own interests rather than the interests of the parents * Start a child's education early but avoid pushing the child too hard
Encourage children to play; for example, playing with musical instruments is essential for a child who wants to become an outstanding musician
36 The upbringing of highly intelligent children requires
A good musical instruments B parental support and encouragement C wealthy and loving parents D an expensive education
37 The word "others" used in the first paragraph refers to
A other people B other children C other geniuses D other scientists 38 When scientists studied intelligence and ability in twins, they found that _. A different twins generally have different levels of ability
B intelligence and development are irrelevant to ability C ability depends mainly on intelligence and achievement D ability depends both on intelligence and on environment 39 Scientists chose twins for their study because . A each twin has the same environment as his/her twin
B they have the same economic background and hence the same opportunities C they have the same genetic background, usually with similar intelligence D they are born into the same family, hence the same upbringing
40 How were great musicians different from ordinary musicians in their development? A They concentrated on music to the exclusion of other areas
(16)D They were exceptionally intelligent and artistic.
41 The writer advises that gifted children should be allowed to follow .
A their own interests B only their interests in musical instruments C their parents' interests D only their interests in computer games 42 When encouraging their gifted children, parents should avoid _.
A permitting them to follow their own interests B starting their education at an early age C pushing their children too hard
D letting them play their own way
43 The remark: "To have a fast car, you need both a good engine and fuel." in the passage means that in order
to become a genius
A you need intelligence and you need to develop it B you should try to move quickly and efficiently
C you need to have good health and good nourishment
D you must nourish your brain and train your muscles hard
44 The word "favorable" in the passage mostly means A "under the control or in the power of somebody else" B "of high quality or an acceptable standard"
C "good for someone and making him/ her likely to be successful" D "helping somebody to be more intelligent compared to other people" 45 All of the following statements are true EXCEPT . A a child's intelligence is influenced by that of his/ her parents B studying different twins is a useful scientific procedure
C educational development depends completely on economic well-being D To become successful, a child needs both native intelligence and development VII Read the passage and choose the correct answer.
Wood has long been a popular building material in North America because it has generally been plentiful and cheap Swedish settlers in Delaware built log cabins as early as 1630s In New England, British colonists built wooden “saltbox houses” Most of the wooden homes of Colonial times could be built with simple tools and minimal skills
In the early 19th century, the standard wooden house was built with beams set into heavy posts and held
together with wooden pegs This method of construction was time- consuming and required highly skilled workers
with special tools The balloon- frame house, invented in 1833 in Chicago by a carpenter from Hartford, Connecticut, used a frame of lightweight lumber, mostly 2x and x inches This type of house could be assembled by any careful worker who could saw in a straight line and drive a nail
This revolution in building was made possible by improved sawmills that could quickly cut boards to standard sizes and the lower cost of lumber that resulted There were also new machines that could produce huge quantities of inexpensive nails Skeptics predicted that a strong wind could send such houses flying through the air like balloons and, at first "balloon frame" was a term of derision But the light frames proved practical, and wooden houses have been basically built this way ever since
46 Skeptics thought that the balloon- frame house would be _.
A expanded B demolished C blown away D raised 47 Most of the wooden houses of Colonial times were .
A difficult to build B challenging C easy to build D demanding 48 What is the main purpose of this passage?
A To describe a revolutionary technique for constructing wooden houses.
(17)D To trace the influence of Swedish and British settlers on American styles of buildings.
49 All of the following are factors in the development of the balloon- frame house EXCEPT . A improvements in sawmills B the invention of sophisticated tools C the production of cheap nails D the falling price of lumber
50 According to the passage, why was the term balloon- frame applied to certain houses? A They were made of lightweight materials.
B They could be moved from place to place.
C They had rounded frames that slightly resembled balloons. D They could be easily expanded.
51 The standard method of construction in the early 19th century was described as .
A innovative B time-consuming C revolutionary D basic 52 The word derision is closest in meaning to .
A ridicule B ignorance C regret D affection 53 The author implies that which of the following types of houses required the most skill to produce?
A Saltbox houses.
B Standard wooden houses of the early 19th century. C The log cabin built by Swedish settlers.
D Balloon- frame houses.
54 Which of the following questions about the balloon- frame house is NOT answered in the passage? A In what year was it invented?
B Where was it invented?
C What size was most of the lumber used in its framework? D What was its inventor's name?
55 According to the passage, where did the inventor of the balloon- frame house originally come from? A Sweden B Chicago C Connecticut D Delaware VIII Choose the best answer that best completes each sentence.
56 We are out of fuel reserves, so we have to learn to economize.
A running B working C exhausting D finishing 57 Five dollars _ enough for me I don't need much.
A was B are C were D is
58 I’m not very _of criticism, while my sister is good at taking it.
A tolerate B tolerable C toleration D tolerant 59 A new born baby can neither walk nor crawl A newborn antelope, , can run within minutes of
birth
A however B even though C otherwise D nevertheless 60 If only I _ that I will regret it for the rest of my life.
A had not done B was not doing C would not do D did not do 61 As the manager cannot go to the reception, I am representing the company _.
A for his part B on his account C from his point of view D on his behalf 62 _ weather! We can't go for a walk now.
A How terrible B What terrible C How a terrible D What a
terrible
63 I rang him up to ask _ he was doing at the moment.
A whom B what C how often D why
64 I hear they are going to the old cinema and build a supermarket.
A cut down on B get away with C away with D go down with 65 The cliffs are being constantly by heavy seas.
(18)A refused B confirmed C denied D declined 67 Gardeners transplant bushes and flowers by moving them from to another.
A a place B places C one place D single place 68 Ask people what is happening to the world's population and they are likely to say it is .
A explosion B booming C blossoming D bombing 69 Near the White House is _ famous landmark called the Washington Monument.
A another B an C other D the other 70 Last night, _nothing to watch on TV, we went out.
A there having B there being C being D having had 71 His illness made him _ of concentration.
A incompetent B unable C powerless D incapable 72 It is said that this washing powder will _ clothes.
A shorten B enrich C widen D soften 73 English is understood more _ than any other language.
A widely B broadly C largely D immensely 74 There are few _ sites inside the city Most of them are in the countryside.
A historian B historical C historic D history 75 The instructions are rather The children can hardly understand them.
A confusing B confused C embarrassed D embarrassing IX Choose the sentence that is similar in meaning to the one given.
76 Peter emphasized the importance of being thoughtful toward one another. A Peter said that people should consider the feelings of others.
B Peter said that people should not be too serious. C Peter said that people should not talk too much. D Peter said that people should discuss thoughtful topic.
77 Although you work really hard, you will never be promoted here. A No matter how you work hard, you will be promoted here. B You will never be promoted here; however you work hard. C If you didn't work hard, you would never be promoted here. D However hard you work, you will never be promoted here. 78 People no longer smoke so many cigarettes as they used to.
A The smoking of cigarettes is no longer as popular as it used to be. B Smoking cigarettes used to be allowed years ago.
C So many cigarettes used to be smoked but they aren’t now. D People don’t like smoking cigarettes as much as they did. 79 The outcome of the election was never in doubt.
A There was no doubt that it was the outcome of the election B In doubt was the outcome of the election.
C At no time the outcome of the election was in doubt.
D At no time was the outcome of the election in doubt.
80 We regret to inform you that your application has been not successful.
A We apologize for informing you that your application has not been successful.
B Much to our regret We have to inform you that your application has not been successful C We have to inform you that your application has not been successful because we regret D We have to inform you that your application has not been successful although we regret.
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TRƯỜNG THPT LÊ XOAY ĐỀ THI THỬ ĐẠI HỌC LẦN 2 Môn: tiếng Anh
Thời gian làm bài: 90 phút Nội dung đề số 231
I Choose the best answer that best completes each sentence.
1 Today, household chores have been made much easier by electrical .
A utilities B instruments C appliances D application 2 Until last year he was a _ manager in the car factory.
A production B producing C product D produce 3 The _of the main building will be complemented by the landscaper’s design.
A outer B exterior C outing D external 4 She was _with friends at school because she always made them laugh.
A familiar B attractive C popular D considerate
In the rush hour, the traffic its way over the bridge into the city.
A crawled B inched C forced D wormed 6 Before you sign the contact, in mind that you won’t be able to change anything later.
A hold B retain C reserve D bear
_, that runner is likely to be the first one chosen.
A Due to her agility and speed B Because she is agile and speed C Because agile and rapid D Because of rapid
8. , we tried our best to complete it.
A As though the homework was difficult B Thanks to the difficult homework C Difficult as the homework was D Despite the homework was difficult 9 Frank: “ Do you know how old I am?”
Daisy:” _.”
A I couldn’t help it B Don’t mention it C Happy birthday D I haven’t a clue 10 Smoking has been banned in public places in some countries.
A limited B made illegal C restricted D given away II Choose the best answer that best completes each sentence.
11 I’m not very _of criticism, while my sister is good at taking it.
A tolerant B tolerable C toleration D tolerate 12 The cliffs are being constantly by heavy seas.
A eroded B worn C eaten D gulfed 13 Near the White House is _ famous landmark called the Washington Monument.
A the other B other C another D an 14 English is understood more _ than any other language.
A largely B broadly C immensely D widely 15 I hear they are going to the old cinema and build a supermarket.
A go down with B away with C cut down on D get away with 16 It is said that this washing powder will _ clothes.
A widen B enrich C soften D shorten 17 If only I _ that I will regret it for the rest of my life.
A was not doing B would not do C had not done D did not do 18 Gardeners transplant bushes and flowers by moving them from to another.
A places B single place C a place D one place 19 The instructions are rather The children can hardly understand them.
A confusing B embarrassing C confused D embarrassed 20 I rang him up to ask _he was doing at the moment.
(20)21 Ask people what is happening to the world's population and they are likely to say it is .
A booming B bombing C explosion D blossoming 22 There are few _ sites inside the city Most of them are in the countryside.
A historical B historian C history D historic 23 As the manager cannot go to the reception, I am representing the company _.
A on his behalf B from his point of view C for his part D on his
account
24 Last night, _nothing to watch on TV, we went out.
A there having B having had C being D there being 25 His illness made him _ of concentration
A powerless B incapable C incompetent D unable 26 He stealing the purse He said he wasn't there at that time.
A denied B confirmed C refused D declined 27 A newborn baby can neither walk nor crawl A newborn antelope, _, can run within minutes of birth.
A however B even though C otherwise D nevertheless 28 _ weather! We can't go for a walk now.
A What a terrible B How a terrible C What terrible D How terrible 29 We are out of fuel reserves, so we have to learn to economize.
A finishing B running C exhausting D working 30 Five dollars _ enough for me I don't need much.
A is B are C was D were
III Identify the error in each sentence.
31 Our new neighbors had been living in Arizona since ten years before moving to their present house. A B C D
32 The explanation that our instructor gave us was different than the one yours give you. A B C D 33 In the whole I agree with what you’re saying, but I’m not sure about your last point.
A B C D
34 I suggest that he goes to the doctor as soon as he returns from taking the exam. A B C D
35 Like his brother, Mike has chosen the economics as his major in the university. A B C D
IV Choose the sentence that is similar in meaning to the one given.
36 Peter emphasized the importance of being thoughtful toward one another. A Peter said that people should not be too serious.
B Peter said that people should not talk too much.
C Peter said that people should consider the feelings of others. D Peter said that people should discuss thoughtful topic. 37 The outcome of the election was never in doubt.
A At no time was the outcome of the election in doubt.
B There was no doubt that it was the outcome of the election C At no time the outcome of the election was in doubt.
D In doubt was the outcome of the election.
(21)A Smoking cigarettes used to be allowed years ago.
B The smoking of cigarettes is no longer as popular as it used to be. C So many cigarettes used to be smoked but they aren’t now. D People don’t like smoking cigarettes as much as they did.
40 We regret to inform you that your application has been not successful.
A We apologize for informing you that your application has not been successful.
B Much to our regret We have to inform you that your application has not been successful C We have to inform you that your application has not been successful because we regret
D We have to inform you that your application has not been successful although we regret.
V Choose the sentence that is similar in meaning to the one given. 41 If it hadn't been for his carelessness, he would have finished the work.
A He was careless because he had not finished the work.
B If he had been more careful, he would have finished the work. C If he were careful, he would finish the work.
D Because he wasn't careless, he didn't finish the work.
42 Throughout his life, the fisherman suffered from great poverty. A Although the fisherman was poor, he led a great life.
B The fisherman's life was one of great poverty. C The fisherman was so poor that died young.
D Poverty prevented the fisherman from enjoying life.
43 My brother is fond of reading the novels written by Hemingway.
A It was my brother who is fond of reading the novels written by Hemingway. B It is my brother who is fond of reading the novels written by Hemingway. C It is Hemingway that my brother is fond of reading the novel.
D It is the novels that are written by Hemingway are fond of by my brother. 44 I am sure you didn't lock the door because here's the key.
A You weren't able to lock the door because here's the key. B You can't have locked the door because here's the key. C You couldn't lock the door because here's the key.
D You haven't been able to lock the door because here's the key.
45 “I will let you know the answer by the end of this week,” Peter said to Daisy. A Peter insisted on letting Daisy know the answer by the end of the week. B Peter offered to give Daisy the answer by the end of the week.
C Peter suggested giving Daisy the answer by the end of the week. D Peter promised to give Daisy the answer by the end of the week.
VI Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from to 10.
Psychologists have debated a long time about whether a child's upbringing can give it the ability to outstandingly well Some think that it is impossible to develop genius and say that it is simply something a person is born with Others, however, argue that the potential for great achievement can be developed The truth lies somewhere between these two extremes
It seems very obvious that being born with the right qualities from gifted parents will increase a child's ability to well However, this ability will be fully realized only with the right upbringing and opportunities As one psychologist says, "To have a fast car, you need both a good engine and fuel."
Scientists have recently assessed intelligence, achievement, and ability in 50 sets of identical twins that were separated shortly after birth and brought up by different parents They found that achievement was based on intelligence, and later influenced by the child's environment
(22)possible opportunity to develop its abilities That twin, though starting out with the same degree of intelligence as the other, performed even better
This case reflects the general principle of intelligence and ability The more favorable the environment, the more a child's intelligence and ability are developed However, there is no link between intelligence and the socioeconomic level of a child's family In other words, it does not matter how poor or how rich a family is, as this does not affect intelligence
Gifted people cannot be created by supportive parents, but they can be developed by them One professor of music said that outstanding musicians usually started two or three years earlier than ordinary performers, often because their parents had recognized their ability These musicians then needed at least ten years' hard work and training in order to reach the level they were capable of attaining
People who want to have very gifted children are given the following advice: * Marry an intelligent person
* Allow children to follow their own interests rather than the interests of the parents * Start a child's education early but avoid pushing the child too hard
Encourage children to play; for example, playing with musical instruments is essential for a child who wants to become an outstanding musician
46 The upbringing of highly intelligent children requires
A good musical instruments B parental support and encouragement C wealthy and loving parents D an expensive education
47 The word "others" used in the first paragraph refers to
A other people B other children C other geniuses D other scientists 48 When scientists studied intelligence and ability in twins, they found that _. A different twins generally have different levels of ability
B intelligence and development are irrelevant to ability C ability depends mainly on intelligence and achievement D ability depends both on intelligence and on environment
49 Scientists chose twins for their study because . A each twin has the same environment as his/her twin
B they have the same economic background and hence the same opportunities C they have the same genetic background, usually with similar intelligence D they are born into the same family, hence the same upbringing
50 How were great musicians different from ordinary musicians in their development? A They concentrated on music to the exclusion of other areas
B Their ability was realized at an early stage and then nurtured. C They practice playing their instruments for many years. D They were exceptionally intelligent and artistic.
51 The writer advises that gifted children should be allowed to follow . A their own interests
B only their interests in musical instruments C their parents' interests
D only their interests in computer games
52 When encouraging their gifted children, parents should avoid _. A permitting them to follow their own interests
B starting their education at an early age C pushing their children too hard D letting them play their own way
53 The remark: "To have a fast car, you need both a good engine and fuel." in the passage means that in order
to become a genius
(23)B you should try to move quickly and efficiently
C you need to have good health and good nourishment
D you must nourish your brain and train your muscles hard
54 The word "favorable" in the passage mostly means A "under the control or in the power of somebody else" B "of high quality or an acceptable standard"
C "good for someone and making him/ her likely to be successful" D "helping somebody to be more intelligent compared to other people" 55 All of the following statements are true EXCEPT . A a child's intelligence is influenced by that of his/ her parents B studying different twins is a useful scientific procedure
C educational development depends completely on economic well-being D To become successful, a child needs both native intelligence and development
VII Choose the word or phrase that best fits the blank space in the following passage.
People in the United States often shop from catalogs There are special catalogs for (56) every need, including clothing, furniture, health, (57) _products and things for the kitchen People also order (58) _ 40% of their music from music club catalogs Customers say that music stores are too noisy
Television shopping began in 1986 About 5% to 8% of the American public now shops by television Some (59) _shopping channels are the Home Shopping Network and QVC Customers say that television shopping is (60) than shopping in a store How they buy things? They (61) a phone call and charge the item to their credit card And TV shopping channels are on late at night (62) _people can go shopping anytime
Is computer shopping the way of the future? About 37% of American (63) now have personal computers And shopping by computer (or shopping on-line) is (64) _to more people every day Already, shoppers can use their computers to order many different products, such as computer products, flowers, foods, T-shirts, and posters And new on- line shopping services (65) _every day Soon people may be able to shop for anything, anytime, anywhere in the world
56 A mostly B most C most of D almost 57 A beautiful B beautifully C beauty D beautifies
58 A for B of C to D about
59 A liked B popular C favorite D beloved 60 A larger B easier C more D popular
61 A ring B make C have D
62 A so B because C though D but
63 A households B housewife C housework D houseful 64 A exciting B amazing C surprising D interesting 65 A forecast B appear C come D raise VIII Read the passage and choose the correct answer.
Wood has long been a popular building material in North America because it has generally been plentiful and cheap Swedish settlers in Delaware built log cabins as early as 1630s In New England, British colonists built wooden “saltbox houses” Most of the wooden homes of Colonial times could be built with simple tools and minimal skills
In the early 19th century, the standard wooden house was built with beams set into heavy posts and held
together with wooden pegs This method of construction was time- consuming and required highly skilled workers with special tools The balloon- frame house, invented in 1833 in Chicago by a carpenter from Hartford, Connecticut, used a frame of lightweight lumber, mostly 2x and x inches This type of house could be assembled by any careful worker who could saw in a straight line and drive a nail
(24)quantities of inexpensive nails Skeptics predicted that a strong wind could send such houses flying through the air like balloons and, at first "balloon frame" was a term of derision But the light frames proved practical, and wooden houses have been basically built this way ever since
66 According to the passage, why was the term balloon- frame applied to certain houses? A They could be moved from place to place.
B They were made of lightweight materials. C They could be easily expanded.
D They had rounded frames that slightly resembled balloons. 67 The word derision is closest in meaning to .
A regret B ignorance C ridicule D affection 68 All of the following are factors in the development of the balloon- frame house EXCEPT .
A the falling price of lumber B the production of cheap nails C improvements in sawmills D the invention of sophisticated tools 69 What is the main purpose of this passage?
A To stress the importance of wood as a building material.
B To trace the influence of Swedish and British settlers on American styles of buildings. C To compare methods of constructing wooden houses in various parts of the country. D To describe a revolutionary technique for constructing wooden houses.
70 Most of the wooden houses of Colonial times were .
A easy to build B challenging C difficult to build D demanding 71 The author implies that which of the following types of houses required the most skill to produce?
A Standard wooden houses of the early 19th century. B Balloon- frame houses.
C Saltbox houses.
D The log cabin built by Swedish settlers.
72 The standard method of construction in the early 19th century was described as .
A basic B innovative C revolutionary D
time-consuming
73 Skeptics thought that the balloon- frame house would be _.
A blown away B raised C expanded D demolished 74 Which of the following questions about the balloon- frame house is NOT answered in the passage?
A In what year was it invented? B What was its inventor's name?
C What size was most of the lumber used in its framework? D Where was it invented?
75 According to the passage, where did the inventor of the balloon- frame house originally come from? A Chicago B Sweden C Connecticut D Delaware IX Pick out the word that has the stress differently from that of the other words.
76 A computer B memory C commercial D geography 77 A confident B interview C advertise D position
78 A chemistry B biology C company D comfortable 79 A productivity B economical C agricultural D administrative 80 A renovation B irrigation C eliminate D economic _THE END
(25)TRƯỜNG THPT LÊ XOAY ĐỀ THI THỬ ĐẠI HỌC LẦN 2 Môn: tiếng Anh
Thời gian làm bài: 90 phút Nội dung đề số 312
I Choose the sentence that is similar in meaning to the one given. 01 I am sure you didn't lock the door because here's the key.
A You weren't able to lock the door because here's the key. B You couldn't lock the door because here's the key. C You can't have locked the door because here's the key. D You haven't been able to lock the door because here's the key.
02 “I will let you know the answer by the end of this week,” Peter said to Daisy. A Peter promised to give Daisy the answer by the end of the week.
B Peter offered to give Daisy the answer by the end of the week.
C Peter insisted on letting Daisy know the answer by the end of the week. D Peter suggested giving Daisy the answer by the end of the week.
03 If it hadn't been for his carelessness, he would have finished the work. A If he had been more careful, he would have finished the work. B If he were careful, he would finish the work.
C He was careless because he had not finished the work. D Because he wasn't careless, he didn't finish the work.
04 My brother is fond of reading the novels written by Hemingway. A It is Hemingway that my brother is fond of reading the novel.
B It is my brother who is fond of reading the novels written by Hemingway. C It is the novels that are written by Hemingway are fond of by my brother. D It was my brother who is fond of reading the novels written by Hemingway. 05 Throughout his life, the fisherman suffered from great poverty.
A Although the fisherman was poor, he led a great life. B The fisherman's life was one of great poverty. C The fisherman was so poor that died young.
D Poverty prevented the fisherman from enjoying life.
II Choose the word or phrase that best fits the blank space in the following passage.
People in the United States often shop from catalogs There are special catalogs for (06) _every need, including clothing, furniture, health, (07) products and things for the kitchen People also order (08) _ 40% of their music from music club catalogs Customers say that music stores are too noisy
Television shopping began in 1986 About 5% to 8% of the American public now shops by television Some (09) _shopping channels are the Home Shopping Network and QVC Customers say that television shopping is (10) _than shopping in a store How they buy things? They (11) a phone call and charge the item to their credit card And TV shopping channels are on late at night (12) _people can go shopping anytime
Is computer shopping the way of the future? About 37% of American (13) now have personal computers And shopping by computer (or shopping on-line) is (14) to more people every day Already, shoppers can use their computers to order many different products, such as computer products, flowers, foods, T-shirts, and posters And new on- line shopping services (15) every day Soon people may be able to shop for anything, anytime, anywhere in the world
06 A most B most of C almost D mostly 07 A beautifully B beautifies C beauty D beautiful
08 A about B to C of D for
(26)10 A more B larger C easier D popular
11 A make B have C D ring
12 A though B but C because D so
13 A houseful B households C housewife D housework 14 A amazing B exciting C interesting D surprising
15 A raise B forecast C come D appear
III Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from to 10.
Psychologists have debated a long time about whether a child's upbringing can give it the ability to outstandingly well Some think that it is impossible to develop genius and say that it is simply something a person is born with Others, however, argue that the potential for great achievement can be developed The truth lies somewhere between these two extremes
It seems very obvious that being born with the right qualities from gifted parents will increase a child's ability to well However, this ability will be fully realized only with the right upbringing and opportunities As one psychologist says, "To have a fast car, you need both a good engine and fuel."
Scientists have recently assessed intelligence, achievement, and ability in 50 sets of identical twins that were separated shortly after birth and brought up by different parents They found that achievement was based on intelligence, and later influenced by the child's environment
One case involving very intelligent twins was quoted One of the twins received a normal upbringing, and performed well The other twin, however, was brought up by extremely supportive parents and given every possible opportunity to develop its abilities That twin, though starting out with the same degree of intelligence as the other, performed even better
This case reflects the general principle of intelligence and ability The more favorable the environment, the more a child's intelligence and ability are developed However, there is no link between intelligence and the socioeconomic level of a child's family In other words, it does not matter how poor or how rich a family is, as this does not affect intelligence
Gifted people cannot be created by supportive parents, but they can be developed by them One professor of music said that outstanding musicians usually started two or three years earlier than ordinary performers, often because their parents had recognized their ability These musicians then needed at least ten years' hard work and training in order to reach the level they were capable of attaining
People who want to have very gifted children are given the following advice: * Marry an intelligent person
* Allow children to follow their own interests rather than the interests of the parents * Start a child's education early but avoid pushing the child too hard
Encourage children to play; for example, playing with musical instruments is essential for a child who wants to become an outstanding musician
16 The upbringing of highly intelligent children requires
A good musical instruments B parental support and encouragement C wealthy and loving parents D an expensive education
17 The word "others" used in the first paragraph refers to
A other people B other children C other geniuses D other scientists 18 When scientists studied intelligence and ability in twins, they found that _. A different twins generally have different levels of ability
B intelligence and development are irrelevant to ability C ability depends mainly on intelligence and achievement D ability depends both on intelligence and on environment
19 Scientists chose twins for their study because . A each twin has the same environment as his/her twin
(27)C they have the same genetic background, usually with similar intelligence D they are born into the same family, hence the same upbringing
20 How were great musicians different from ordinary musicians in their development? A They concentrated on music to the exclusion of other areas
B Their ability was realized at an early stage and then nurtured. C They practice playing their instruments for many years. D They were exceptionally intelligent and artistic.
21 The writer advises that gifted children should be allowed to follow . A their own interests
B only their interests in musical instruments C their parents' interests
D only their interests in computer games
22 When encouraging their gifted children, parents should avoid _. A permitting them to follow their own interests
B starting their education at an early age C pushing their children too hard D letting them play their own way
23 The remark: "To have a fast car, you need both a good engine and fuel." in the passage means that in order
to become a genius
A you need intelligence and you need to develop it
B you should try to move quickly and efficiently
C you need to have good health and good nourishment D you must nourish your brain and train your muscles hard 24 The word "favorable" in the passage mostly means A "under the control or in the power of somebody else" B "of high quality or an acceptable standard"
C "good for someone and making him/ her likely to be successful" D "helping somebody to be more intelligent compared to other people" 25 All of the following statements are true EXCEPT . A a child's intelligence is influenced by that of his/ her parents B studying different twins is a useful scientific procedure
C educational development depends completely on economic well-being D To become successful, a child needs both native intelligence and development IV Identify the error in each sentence.
26 The explanation that our instructor gave us was different than the one yours give you. A B C D
27 Like his brother, Mike has chosen the economics as his major in the university. A B C D
28 In the whole I agree with what you’re saying, but I’m not sure about your last point.
A B C D
29 I suggest that he goes to the doctor as soon as he returns from taking the exam. A B C D
30 Our new neighbors had been living in Arizona since ten years before moving to their present house. A B C D
V Choose the best answer that best completes each sentence.
31 We are out of fuel reserves, so we have to learn to economize.
A exhausting B finishing C working D running 32 I’m not very _of criticism, while my sister is good at taking it.
(28)33 I hear they are going to the old cinema and build a supermarket.
A away with B cut down on C get away with D go down with 34 The cliffs are being constantly by heavy seas.
A eroded B worn C eaten D gulfed 35 Gardeners transplant bushes and flowers by moving them from to another.
A a place B one place C single place D places 36 I rang him up to ask _ he was doing at the moment.
A whom B how often C what D why
37 A newborn baby can neither walk nor crawl A newborn antelope, _, can run within minutes of
birth
A nevertheless B otherwise C however D even though 38 He stealing the purse He said he wasn't there at that time.
A refused B denied C confirmed D declined 39 If only I _ that I will regret it for the rest of my life.
A would not do B had not done C was not doing D did not do 40 Ask people what is happening to the world's population and they are likely to say it is .
A booming B explosion C blossoming D bombing 41 Last night, _nothing to watch on TV, we went out.
A there being B having had C being D there having 42 Five dollars _ enough for me I don't need much.
A was B is C are D were
43 The instructions are rather The children can hardly understand them.
A embarrassing B confused C confusing D embarrassed 44 Near the White House is _ famous landmark called the Washington Monument.
A the other B another C other D an 45 It is said that this washing powder will _ clothes.
A shorten B widen C enrich D soften 46 English is understood more _ than any other language.
A largely B broadly C widely D immensely 47 His illness made him _ of concentration.
A incapable B powerless C unable D incompetent 48 _ weather! We can't go for a walk now.
A What a terrible B What terrible C How terrible D How a
terrible
49 There are few _ sites inside the city Most of them are in the countryside.
A historian B historical C historic D history 50 As the manager cannot go to the reception, I am representing the company _.
A for his part B on his behalf C on his account D from his point of
view
VI Choose the best answer that best completes each sentence.
51 Today, household chores have been made much easier by electrical .
A utilities B instruments C appliances D application 52 Until last year he was a _ manager in the car factory.
A production B producing C product D produce 53 The _of the main building will be complemented by the landscaper’s design.
A outer B exterior C outing D external 54 She was _with friends at school because she always made them laugh.
A familiar B attractive C popular D considerate
(29)A crawled B inched C forced D wormed 56 Before you sign the contact, in mind that you won’t be able to change anything later.
A hold B retain C reserve D bear
57 _, that runner is likely to be the first one chosen.
A Due to her agility and speed B Because she is agile and speed C Because agile and rapid D Because of rapid
58. , we tried our best to complete it.
A As though the homework was difficult B Thanks to the difficult homework C Difficult as the homework was D Despite the homework was difficult 59 Frank: “ Do you know how old I am?”
Daisy:” _.”
A I couldn’t help it B Don’t mention it C Happy birthday D I haven’t a
clue
60 Smoking has been banned in public places in some countries.
A limited B made illegal C restricted D given away VII Choose the sentence that is similar in meaning to the one given.
61 We regret to inform you that your application has been not successful.
A Much to our regret We have to inform you that your application has not been successful. B We apologise for informing you that your application has not been successful.
C We have to inform you that your application has not been successful because we regret
D We have to inform you that your application has not been successful although we regret.
62 Peter emphasized the importance of being thoughtful toward one another. A Peter said that people should discuss thoughtful topic.
B Peter said that people should consider the feelings of others. C Peter said that people should not talk too much.
D Peter said that people should not be too serious. 63 The outcome of the election was never in doubt.
A There was no doubt that it was the outcome of the election B At no time was the outcome of the election in doubt.
C At no time the outcome of the election was in doubt.
D In doubt was the outcome of the election.
64 Although you work really hard, you will never be promoted here. A No matter how you work hard, you will be promoted here. B You will never be promoted here; however you work hard. C However hard you work, you will never be promoted here. D If you didn't work hard, you would never be promoted here. 65.People no longer smoke so many cigarettes as they used to.
A Smoking cigarettes used to be allowed years ago.
B The smoking of cigarettes is no longer as popular as it used to be. C So many cigarettes used to be smoked but they aren’t now. D People don’t like smoking cigarettes as much as they did. VIII Read the passage and choose the correct answer.
Wood has long been a popular building material in North America because it has generally been plentiful and cheap Swedish settlers in Delaware built log cabins as early as 1630s In New England, British colonists built wooden “saltbox houses” Most of the wooden homes of Colonial times could be built with simple tools and minimal skills
In the early 19th century, the standard wooden house was built with beams set into heavy posts and held
(30)Connecticut, used a frame of lightweight lumber, mostly 2x and x inches This type of house could be assembled by any careful worker who could saw in a straight line and drive a nail
This revolution in building was made possible by improved sawmills that could quickly cut boards to standard sizes and the lower cost of lumber that resulted There were also new machines that could produce huge quantities of inexpensive nails Skeptics predicted that a strong wind could send such houses flying through the air like balloons and, at first "balloon frame" was a term of derision But the light frames proved practical, and wooden houses have been basically built this way ever since
66 The standard method of construction in the early 19th century was described as .
A basic B innovative C time-consuming D revolutionary 67 Most of the wooden houses of Colonial times were .
A challenging B demanding C difficult to build D easy to build 68 According to the passage, why was the term balloon- frame applied to certain houses?
A They were made of lightweight materials.
B They had rounded frames that slightly resembled balloons. C They could be easily expanded.
D They could be moved from place to place.
69 According to the passage, where did the inventor of the balloon- frame house originally come from? A Sweden B Connecticut C Delaware D Chicago 70 Skeptics thought that the balloon- frame house would be _.
A blown away B expanded C raised D demolished 71 The author implies that which of the following types of houses required the most skill to produce?
A Balloon- frame houses. B Saltbox houses.
C Standard wooden houses of the early 19th century.
D The log cabin built by Swedish settlers.
72 All of the following are factors in the development of the balloon- frame house EXCEPT . A the invention of sophisticated tools B the falling price of lumber
C the production of cheap nails D improvements in sawmills 73 The word derision is closest in meaning to .
A ridicule B regret C ignorance D affection 74 What is the main purpose of this passage?
A To describe a revolutionary technique for constructing wooden houses.
B To trace the influence of Swedish and British settlers on American styles of buildings. C To stress the importance of wood as a building material.
D To compare methods of constructing wooden houses in various parts of the country.
75 Which of the following questions about the balloon- frame house is NOT answered in the passage? A In what year was it invented?
B What was its inventor's name?
C What size was most of the lumber used in its framework? D Where was it invented?
IX Pick out the word that has the stress differently from that of the other words.
76 A comfortable B company C biology D chemistry 77 A confident B interview C advertise D position 78 A eliminate B renovation C irrigation D economic
79 A memory B commercial C geography D computer 80 A productivity B economical C agricultural D administrative
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I Choose the word or phrase that best fits the blank space in the following passage.
People in the United States often shop from catalogs There are special catalogs for (01) every need, including clothing, furniture, health, (02) products and things for the kitchen People also order (03) _ 40% of their music from music club catalogs Customers say that music stores are too noisy
Television shopping began in 1986 About 5% to 8% of the American public now shops by television Some (04) _shopping channels are the Home Shopping Network and QVC Customers say that television shopping is (05) .than shopping in a store How they buy things? They (06) a phone call and charge the item to their credit card And TV shopping channels are on late at night (07) _people can go shopping anytime
Is computer shopping the way of the future? About 37% of American (08) now have personal computers And shopping by computer (or shopping on-line) is (09) _to more people every day Already, shoppers can use their computers to order many different products, such as computer products, flowers, foods, T-shirts, and posters And new on- line shopping services (10) _every day Soon people may be able to shop for anything, anytime, anywhere in the world
01 A most B most of C almost D mostly 02 A beautifully B beautifies C beauty D beautiful
03 A about B to C of D for
04 A favorite B popular C liked D beloved 05 A more B larger C easier D popular
06 A make B have C D ring
07 A though B but C because D so
08 A houseful B households C housewife D housework 09 A amazing B exciting C interesting D surprising
10 A raise B forecast C come D appear
II Pick out the word that has the stress differently from that of the other words.
11 A memory B computer C geography D commercial 12 A confident B interview C advertise D position 13 A renovation B eliminate C irrigation D economic
14 A productivity B economical C agricultural D administrative 15 A company B biology C chemistry D comfortable III Choose the sentence that is similar in meaning to the one given.
16 The outcome of the election was never in doubt. A In doubt was the outcome of the election.
B At no time was the outcome of the election in doubt. C At no time the outcome of the election was in doubt.
D There was no doubt that it was the outcome of the election 17 Peter emphasized the importance of being thoughtful toward one another.
A Peter said that people should consider the feelings of others. B Peter said that people should not talk too much.
C Peter said that people should discuss thoughtful topic. D Peter said that people should not be too serious.
18 People no longer smoke so many cigarettes as they used to. A Smoking cigarettes used to be allowed years ago.
(32)D People don’t like smoking cigarettes as much as they did. 19 Although you work really hard, you will never be promoted here. A However hard you work, you will never be promoted here.
B You will never be promoted here; however you work hard. C No matter how you work hard, you will be promoted here. D If you didn't work hard, you would never be promoted here.
20 We regret to inform you that your application has been not successful.
A We apologise for informing you that your application has not been successful.
B We have to inform you that your application has not been successful although we regret. C We have to inform you that your application has not been successful because we regret
D Much to our regret We have to inform you that your application has not been successful
IV Choose the best answer that best completes each sentence. 21 I rang him up to ask _ he was doing at the moment.
A how often B whom C what D why
22 He stealing the purse He said he wasn't there at that time.
A declined B confirmed C refused D denied 23 Gardeners transplant bushes and flowers by moving them from to another.
A one place B a place C places D single place 24 A newborn baby can neither walk nor crawl A newborn antelope, _, can run within minutes of
birth
A however B otherwise C nevertheless D even though 25 Last night, _nothing to watch on TV, we went out.
A there having B having had C being D there being 26 The cliffs are being constantly by heavy seas.
A eroded B worn C eaten D gulfed 27 I’m not very _of criticism, while my sister is good at taking it.
A tolerant B tolerable C toleration D tolerate 28 English is understood more _ than any other language.
A largely B widely C broadly D immensely 29 Near the White House is _ famous landmark called the Washington Monument.
A another B the other C an D other 30 As the manager cannot go to the reception, I am representing the company _.
A on his account B from his point of view C for his part D on his behalf 31 His illness made him _ of concentration.
A incompetent B incapable C powerless D unable 32 Ask people what is happening to the world's population and they are likely to say it is .
A explosion B booming C bombing D blossoming 33 If only I _ that I will regret it for the rest of my life.
A was not doing B did not do C had not done D would not do 34 We are out of fuel reserves, so we have to learn to economize.
A running B finishing C exhausting D working 35 _ weather! We can't go for a walk now.
A How a terrible B What terrible C What a terrible D How terrible 36 It is said that this washing powder will _ clothes.
A widen B enrich C soften D shorten 37 There are few _ sites inside the city Most of them are in the countryside.
A history B historian C historic D historical 38 The instructions are rather The children can hardly understand them.
(33)39 Five dollars _ enough for me I don't need much.
A is B were C was D are
40 I hear they are going to the old cinema and build a supermarket.
A away with B go down with C cut down on D get away with V Identify the error in each sentence.
41 I suggest that he goes to the doctor as soon as he returns from taking the exam. A B C D
42 Like his brother, Mike has chosen the economics as his major in the university. A B C D
43 Our new neighbors had been living in Arizona since ten years before moving to their present house. A B C D
44 In the whole I agree with what you’re saying, but I’m not sure about your last point.
A B C D
45 The explanation that our instructor gave us was different than the one yours give you. A B C D VI Read the passage and choose the correct answer.
Wood has long been a popular building material in North America because it has generally been plentiful and cheap Swedish settlers in Delaware built log cabins as early as 1630s In New England, British colonists built wooden “saltbox houses” Most of the wooden homes of Colonial times could be built with simple tools and minimal skills
In the early 19th century, the standard wooden house was built with beams set into heavy posts and held
together with wooden pegs This method of construction was time- consuming and required highly skilled workers with special tools The balloon- frame house, invented in 1833 in Chicago by a carpenter from Hartford, Connecticut, used a frame of lightweight lumber, mostly 2x and x inches This type of house could be assembled by any careful worker who could saw in a straight line and drive a nail
This revolution in building was made possible by improved sawmills that could quickly cut boards to standard sizes and the lower cost of lumber that resulted There were also new machines that could produce huge quantities of inexpensive nails Skeptics predicted that a strong wind could send such houses flying through the air like balloons and, at first "balloon frame" was a term of derision But the light frames proved practical, and wooden houses have been basically built this way ever since
46 All of the following are factors in the development of the balloon- frame house EXCEPT . A the invention of sophisticated tools B the falling price of lumber
C the production of cheap nails D improvements in sawmills
47 The author implies that which of the following types of houses required the most skill to produce? A Standard wooden houses of the early 19th century.
B Saltbox houses.
C The log cabin built by Swedish settlers. D Balloon- frame houses.
48 The standard method of construction in the early 19th century was described as .
A basic B innovative C time-consuming D revolutionary 49 According to the passage, why was the term balloon- frame applied to certain houses?
A They were made of lightweight materials.
B They had rounded frames that slightly resembled balloons. C They could be easily expanded.
D They could be moved from place to place. 50 What is the main purpose of this passage?
A To describe a revolutionary technique for constructing wooden houses.
(34)D To trace the influence of Swedish and British settlers on American styles of buildings.
51 According to the passage, where did the inventor of the balloon- frame house originally come from? A Chicago B Sweden C Delaware D Connecticut 52 The word derision is closest in meaning to .
A affection B ridicule C ignorance D regret 53 Skeptics thought that the balloon- frame house would be _.
A expanded B blown away C raised D demolished 54 Which of the following questions about the balloon- frame house is NOT answered in the passage?
A What was its inventor's name? B Where was it invented?
C What size was most of the lumber used in its framework? D In what year was it invented?
55 Most of the wooden houses of Colonial times were .
A easy to build B difficult to build C demanding D challenging VII Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from to 10.
Psychologists have debated a long time about whether a child's upbringing can give it the ability to outstandingly well Some think that it is impossible to develop genius and say that it is simply something a person is born with Others, however, argue that the potential for great achievement can be developed The truth lies somewhere between these two extremes
It seems very obvious that being born with the right qualities from gifted parents will increase a child's ability to well However, this ability will be fully realized only with the right upbringing and opportunities As one psychologist says, "To have a fast car, you need both a good engine and fuel."
Scientists have recently assessed intelligence, achievement, and ability in 50 sets of identical twins that were separated shortly after birth and brought up by different parents They found that achievement was based on intelligence, and later influenced by the child's environment
One case involving very intelligent twins was quoted One of the twins received a normal upbringing, and performed well The other twin, however, was brought up by extremely supportive parents and given every possible opportunity to develop its abilities That twin, though starting out with the same degree of intelligence as the other, performed even better
This case reflects the general principle of intelligence and ability The more favorable the environment, the more a child's intelligence and ability are developed However, there is no link between intelligence and the socioeconomic level of a child's family In other words, it does not matter how poor or how rich a family is, as this does not affect intelligence
Gifted people cannot be created by supportive parents, but they can be developed by them One professor of music said that outstanding musicians usually started two or three years earlier than ordinary performers, often because their parents had recognized their ability These musicians then needed at least ten years' hard work and training in order to reach the level they were capable of attaining
People who want to have very gifted children are given the following advice: * Marry an intelligent person
* Allow children to follow their own interests rather than the interests of the parents * Start a child's education early but avoid pushing the child too hard
Encourage children to play; for example, playing with musical instruments is essential for a child who wants to become an outstanding musician
56 The upbringing of highly intelligent children requires
A good musical instruments B parental support and encouragement C wealthy and loving parents D an expensive education
57 The word "others" used in the first paragraph refers to
(35)58 When scientists studied intelligence and ability in twins, they found that _. A different twins generally have different levels of ability
B intelligence and development are irrelevant to ability C ability depends mainly on intelligence and achievement D ability depends both on intelligence and on environment 59 Scientists chose twins for their study because . A each twin has the same environment as his/her twin
B they have the same economic background and hence the same opportunities C they have the same genetic background, usually with similar intelligence D they are born into the same family, hence the same upbringing
60 How were great musicians different from ordinary musicians in their development? A They concentrated on music to the exclusion of other areas
B Their ability was realized at an early stage and then nurtured. C They practice playing their instruments for many years. D They were exceptionally intelligent and artistic.
61 The writer advises that gifted children should be allowed to follow .
A their own interests B only their interests in musical instruments C their parents' interests D only their interests in computer games 62 When encouraging their gifted children, parents should avoid _.
A permitting them to follow their own interests B starting their education at an early age C pushing their children too hard D letting them play their own way
63 The remark: "To have a fast car, you need both a good engine and fuel." in the passage means that in order
to become a genius
A you need intelligence and you need to develop it
B you should try to move quickly and efficiently
C you need to have good health and good nourishment
D you must nourish your brain and train your muscles hard
64 The word "favorable" in the passage mostly means A "under the control or in the power of somebody else" B "of high quality or an acceptable standard"
C "good for someone and making him/ her likely to be successful" D "helping somebody to be more intelligent compared to other people" 65 All of the following statements are true EXCEPT . A a child's intelligence is influenced by that of his/ her parents B studying different twins is a useful scientific procedure
C educational development depends completely on economic well-being D To become successful, a child needs both native intelligence and development VIII Choose the best answer that best completes each sentence.
66 Today, household chores have been made much easier by electrical .
A utilities B instruments C appliances D application 67 Until last year he was a _ manager in the car factory.
A production B producing C product D produce 68 The _of the main building will be complemented by the landscaper’s design.
A outer B exterior C outing D external 69 She was _with friends at school because she always made them laugh.
A familiar B attractive C popular D considerate
(36)A crawled B inched C forced D wormed 71 Before you sign the contact, in mind that you won’t be able to change anything later.
A hold B retain C reserve D bear
72 _, that runner is likely to be the first one chosen.
A Due to her agility and speed B Because she is agile and speed C Because agile and rapid D Because of rapid
73. , we tried our best to complete it.
A As though the homework was difficult B Thanks to the difficult homework C Difficult as the homework was D Despite the homework was difficult 74 Frank: “ Do you know how old I am?”
Daisy:” _.”
A I couldn’t help it B Don’t mention it C Happy birthday D I haven’t a clue 75 Smoking has been banned in public places in some countries.
A limited B made illegal C restricted D given away IX Choose the sentence that is similar in meaning to the one given.
76 If it hadn't been for his carelessness, he would have finished the work. A He was careless because he had not finished the work.
B If he were careful, he would finish the work.
C Because he wasn't careless, he didn't finish the work.
D If he had been more careful, he would have finished the work.
77 “I will let you know the answer by the end of this week,” Peter said to Daisy. A Peter insisted on letting Daisy know the answer by the end of the week. B Peter promised to give Daisy the answer by the end of the week. C Peter offered to give Daisy the answer by the end of the week. D Peter suggested giving Daisy the answer by the end of the week.
78 I am sure you didn't lock the door because here's the key. A You haven't been able to lock the door because here's the key. B You couldn't lock the door because here's the key.
C You weren't able to lock the door because here's the key. D You can't have locked the door because here's the key. 79 Throughout his life, the fisherman suffered from great poverty.
A Although the fisherman was poor, he led a great life. B Poverty prevented the fisherman from enjoying life. C The fisherman was so poor that died young.
D The fisherman's life was one of great poverty.
80 My brother is fond of reading the novels written by Hemingway.
A It is my brother who is fond of reading the novels written by Hemingway. B It was my brother who is fond of reading the novels written by Hemingway. C It is the novels that are written by Hemingway are fond of by my brother. D It is Hemingway that my brother is fond of reading the novel.
(37)ĐÁP ÁN ĐỀ THI THỬ ĐẠI HỌC LẦN 2 ( Năm học 2010- 2011)
Đề số 123
1B 11A 21C 31C 41B 51C 61D 71A
2D 12C 22C 32A 42D 52A 62A 72A
3D 13A 23A 33B 43D 53C 63C 73A
4D 14C 24B 34C 44C 54B 64A 74D
5D 15C 25C 35B 45B 55C 65B 75A
6B 16A 26A 36D 46A 56A 66A 76C
7B 17B 27D 37A 47C 57C 67A 77A
8D 18C 28B 38C 48A 58A 68A 78A
9C 19D 29C 39D 49C 59A 69A 79A