đề thi thử tốt nghiệp thpt môn anh văn khối 12 thời gian làm bài 60 phút năm học 2008 2009 msd 213 i read the passage and then decide which word best fits each space ann johnson has worked at this col

ĐỀ THI THỬ TỐT NGHIỆP THPT - MÔN: ANH VĂN KHỐI 12 Thời gian làm bài: 60 phút -Năm học: 2008-2009 -MSD: 213 I Read the passage and then decide which word best fits each space: Ann Johnson has worked at this college for three years She is a responsible employee and gets on well with the other members of the department We have all found her to be an excellent ( ) She is always on time for work She is an extremely ( ) staff member who is able to work independently I can always rely on her creative thinking Her students often tell me how kind she is.She is always ready to help with a smile and she is cheerful to all of them In private, she is not very talkative ( ) seems rather shy Her work is excellent, and she is determined to ( ) .She is also quite ambitious and has applied for the position of Director of Studies I think that you can count ( ) Ann to make your school a success and I recommend her for the post of Director A student B adult C employer D colleague A reliable B stubborn C selfish D lazy A therefore B so C and D as A fail B help C use D succeed A to B on C for D with II.Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from that of the others: A liked B learned C stopped D laughed A stirs B fills C lets D adds A survive B wildlife C dedicated D title A channel B cinema C primary D statistic 10 A challenge B psychology C chemistry D school III.Choose the word which is stressed differently from the others: 11 A bamboo B fascinating C survive D biologist 12 A epidemic B hesitation C podium D expectation 13 A outstanding B appealed C economy D personality 14 A contractual B vertical C penalty D countryman 15 A apponent B nursery C argument D maximum IV Choose the answer that best completes each sentence: 16 Thomas was late yesterday, was unusual for him A whom B which C who D where 17 We need some more money for the .work and Peter promised to help us A prepared B preparatory C prepare D preperation 18 I must congratulate you your exam result A on B at C with D about 19 We were angry how Jane treated us A on B about C at D to 20 - What an attractive hair style you have got, Mary! - _ A Thank you very much I am afraid B You are telling a lie C Thank you for your compliment D I don't like your sayings 21 The house .is more than 100 years old A where I live in B in where I live C in that I live D where I live 22 His dream of becoming doctor became true after seven years of learning hard A a B an C Ø D the 23 “Where are you going”, Jane said to me A Jane asked me where I were going B Jane asked me where I was going C Jane said me where I was going D Jane asked me where I am going 24 We’ve got some good news you A telling B to tell C to telling D tell 25 Spacemen will land on Mars some day A On Mars , spacemen will be landed some day B On Mars some day will be landed by spacemen C Mars will be landed by spacemen some day D Mars will be landed on by spacemen some day 26 I took the job because I didn’t know how difficult it was A If I knew how difficult the job was, I wouldn’t take it B If I had known how difficult the job was, I wouldn’t have taken it C If I had known how difficult the job was, I will not take it D If I had known how difficult the job was, I wouldn’t have take it 27 He took me to the university A where he used to study B in that he used to study C which he used to study D he used to study 28 Peter is so that he never thinks of anything bad and unsuccessful A pessimistic B disappointed C optimistic D keen 29 If I it was a formal party, I jeans and a jumper A knew – wouldn’t wear B had known – wouldn’t have worn C had known – wouldn’t wear D knew – wouldn’t have worn 30 It was the worst winter anyone could remember A when B why C where D which 31 “I don’t have much time to enjoy myself”, said Mark A Mark said he didn’t have much time to enjoy himself B Mark said he did have much time to enjoy himself C Mark said he doesn’t have much time to enjoy himself D Mark said he didn’t have much time to enjoy myself 32 If you Henry, ask him to come and see me A had met B met C will meet D meet 33 Do you think they are agreeable our proposal? A on B for C to D in 34 “Sorry I haven’t finished my assigment,” said Tom A Tom apologized for not finishing his assignment B Tom said he hadn’t finished his assignment C Tom said sorry he hadn’t finished his assignment D Tom apologized he hasn’t finished his assignment 35 If it an hour ago, we would have stayed inside A rained B were raining C had rained D rains VI Read the passage and choose the best answer (A, B, C or D) to each question: In the primary school, a child is in a comparatively simple setting and most of the time forms and relationships with one familiar teacher On entering secondary school, a new world opens up and frequently it is much more difficult world The pupil soon learns to be less free in the way he speaks to teachers and even to his fellow pupils He begins to lose gradually the free and easy ways of the primary school, for he senses the need for a more cautious approach in the secondary school where there are older pupils Secondary staff and pupils suffer from the pressures of academic work and seem to have less time to stop and talk Teachers with specialist roles may see hundreds of children in a week, and a pupil may be able to form relationships with very few of the staff He has to decide which adults are approachable; good schools will make clear to every young person from the first year what guidance and personal help is available- but whether the reality of life in the institution actually encourages requests for help is another matter Adults often forget what a confusing picture school can offer to a child He sees a great deal of movement, a great number of people- often rather frightening- looking people- and realizes that an increasing number of choices and decisions have to be made As he progresses through the school the confusion may become less but the choices and decisions required will increase The school will rightly expect the pupil to take the first stepts to obtain the help he needs, for this is the pattern of adult of life for which he has to be prepared, but all the time the opportunities for personal and group advice must be presented in a way which makes them easy to understand and within easy reach of pupils Notes: Cautious (a.): thận trọng, cẩn thận Ironical (a.): mỉa mai, châm biếm Critical (a.): phê bình, trích 36.According to the passage one of the problems for pupils entering secondary schools is that………… A they not attend in every subject B the teachers not want to be friendly C they are taught by many different teachers D the teachers give most attention to the more academic pupils 37 In secondary schools every pupil having problems should……………… A be free from any pressure of academic work.B be able to discuss his problems in class C know how to ask for help D be able to discuss his problems with any teacher 38 In this passage about secondary schools, the author is mainly concerned about………… A the role of specialist teachers B the personal development of pupils C academic standards D the training of the individual teachers 39 Which of the following statements is NOT true according to the passage? A Both teachers and pupils are under the pressure of heavy load of work B Pupils cannot make friends with each other C It’s hard for pupils to make decisions D Teachers not offer their pupils adequate help 40 What is the tone of the writer of this passage? A Ironical B Critical C Amusing D Indifferent IV Choose the one word or phrase that would not be appropriate: 41 The dentist gave me a check up and then telling me I needed two fillings A B C D 42 He told me that he had sent the gift yesterday A B C D 43 We will be interviewed all job applicants as soon as their papers have been processed A B C D 44 The man whom made a speech was the headmaster A B C D 45 Two of the players from theYankees have been chose to participate in the All Stars game A B C D 46 He didn’t get the job despite of his experience in the field A B C D 47 I get a bad mark I wish I did my homework last night A B C D 48 His brother can’t walk to work now because this broken leg A B C D 49 My family spent an interested holiday in Europe last summer A B C D 50 Pay attention in all the traffic signs when you are travelling in the street A B C D - HẾT -ĐỀ THI THỬ TỐT NGHIỆP THPT - MÔN: ANH VĂN KHỐI 12 Thời gian làm bài: 60 phút -Năm học: 2008-2009 -MSD: 579 I.Choose the word which is stressed differently from the others: A outstanding B personality C economy D appealed A contractual B vertical C penalty D countryman A bamboo B biologist C survive D fascinating A podium B hesitation C epidemic D expectation A nursery B apponent C argument D maximum II Choose the one word or phrase that would not be appropriate: The man whom made a speech was the headmaster A B C D Two of the players from theYankees have been chose to participate in the All Stars game A B C D He didn’t get the job despite of his experience in the field A B C D I get a bad mark I wish I did my homework last night A B C D 10 His brother can’t walk to work now because this broken leg A B C D 11 The dentist gave me a check up and then telling me I needed two fillings A B C D 12 He told me that he had sent the gift yesterday A B C D 13 We will be interviewed all job applicants as soon as their papers have been processed A B C D 14 My family spent an interested holiday in Europe last summer A B C D 15 Pay attention in all the traffic signs when you are travelling in the street A B C D III Read the passage and then decide which word best fits each space: Ann Johnson has worked at this college for three years She is a responsible employee and gets on well with the other members of the department We have all found her to be an excellent ( 16 ) She is always on time for work She is an extremely ( 17 ) staff member who is able to work independently I can always rely on her creative thinking Her students often tell me how kind she is.She is always ready to help with a smile and she is cheerful to all of them In private, she is not very talkative ( 18 ) seems rather shy Her work is excellent, and she is determined to ( 19 ) .She is also quite ambitious and has applied for the position of Director of Studies I think that you can count ( 20 ) Ann to make your school a success and I recommend her for the post of Director 16 A student B adult C employer D colleague 17 A reliable B stubborn C selfish D lazy 18 A therefore B so C and D as 19 A fail B help C use D succeed 20 A to B on C for D with IV Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from that of the others: 21 A survive B wildlife C dedicated D title 22 A channel B cinema C primary D statistic 23 A challenge B psychology C chemistry D school 24 A liked B learned C stopped D laughed 25 A stirs B fills C lets D adds V Choose the answer that best completes each sentence: 26 If I it was a formal party, I jeans and a jumper A knew – wouldn’t wear B had known – wouldn’t have worn C had known – wouldn’t wear D knew – wouldn’t have worn 27 It was the worst winter anyone could remember A when B why C where D which 28 “I don’t have much time to enjoy myself”, said Mark A Mark said he didn’t have much time to enjoy himself B Mark said he did have much time to enjoy himself C Mark said he doesn’t have much time to enjoy himself D Mark said he didn’t have much time to enjoy myself 29 If you Henry, ask him to come and see me A had met B met C will meet D meet 30 Do you think they are agreeable our proposal? A on B for C to D in 31 “Sorry I haven’t finished my assigment,” said Tom A Tom apologized for not finishing his assignment B Tom said he hadn’t finished his assignment C Tom said sorry he hadn’t finished his assignment D Tom apologized he hasn’t finished his assignment 32 The house .is more than 100 years old A where I live in B in where I live C in that I live D where I live 33 His dream of becoming doctor became true after seven years of learning hard A a B an C Ø D the 34 “Where are you going”, Jane said to me A Jane asked me where I were going B Jane asked me where I was going C Jane said me where I was going D Jane asked me where I am going 35 If it an hour ago, we would have stayed inside A rained B were raining C had rained D rains 36 Thomas was late yesterday, was unusual for him A whom B which C who D where 37 We need some more money for the .work and Peter promised to help us A prepared B preparatory C prepare D preperation 38 I must congratulate you your exam result A on B at C with D about 39 We were angry how Jane treated us A on B about C at D to 40 - What an attractive hair style you have got, Mary! - _ A Thank you very much I am afraid B You are telling a lie C Thank you for your compliment D I don't like your sayings 41 We’ve got some good news you A telling B to tell C to telling D tell 42 Spacemen will land on Mars some day A On Mars , spacemen will be landed some day B On Mars some day will be landed by spacemen C Mars will be landed by spacemen some day D Mars will be landed on by spacemen some day 43 I took the job because I didn’t know how difficult it was A If I knew how difficult the job was, I wouldn’t take it B If I had known how difficult the job was, I wouldn’t have taken it C If I had known how difficult the job was, I will not take it D If I had known how difficult the job was, I wouldn’t have take it 44 He took me to the university A where he used to study B in that he used to study C which he used to study D he used to study 45 Peter is so that he never thinks of anything bad and unsuccessful A pessimistic B disappointed C optimistic D keen VI Read the passage and choose the best answer (A, B, C or D) to each question: In the primary school, a child is in a comparatively simple setting and most of the time forms and relationships with one familiar teacher On entering secondary school, a new world opens up and frequently it is much more difficult world The pupil soon learns to be less free in the way he speaks to teachers and even to his fellow pupils He begins to lose gradually the free and easy ways of the primary school, for he senses the need for a more cautious approach in the secondary school where there are older pupils Secondary staff and pupils suffer from the pressures of academic work and seem to have less time to stop and talk Teachers with specialist roles may see hundreds of children in a week, and a pupil may be able to form relationships with very few of the staff He has to decide which adults are approachable; good schools will make clear to every young person from the first year what guidance and personal help is available- but whether the reality of life in the institution actually encourages requests for help is another matter Adults often forget what a confusing picture school can offer to a child He sees a great deal of movement, a great number of people- often rather frightening- looking people- and realizes that an increasing number of choices and decisions have to be made As he progresses through the school the confusion may become less but the choices and decisions required will increase The school will rightly expect the pupil to take the first stepts to obtain the help he needs, for this is the pattern of adult of life for which he has to be prepared, but all the time the opportunities for personal and group advice must be presented in a way which makes them easy to understand and within easy reach of pupils Notes: Cautious (a.): thận trọng, cẩn thận Ironical (a.): mỉa mai, châm biếm Critical (a.): phê bình, trích 46 In this passage about secondary schools, the author is mainly concerned about………… A the role of specialist teachers B the personal development of pupils C academic standards D the training of the individual teachers 47 Which of the following statements is NOT true according to the passage? A Both teachers and pupils are under the pressure of heavy load of work B Pupils cannot make friends with each other C It’s hard for pupils to make decisions D Teachers not offer their pupils adequate help 48 What is the tone of the writer of this passage? A Ironical B Critical C Amusing D Indifferent 49.According to the passage one of the problems for pupils entering secondary schools is that………… A they not attend in every subject B the teachers not want to be friendly C they are taught by many different teachers D the teachers give most attention to the more academic pupils 50 In secondary schools every pupil having problems should……………… A be free from any pressure of academic work.B be able to discuss his problems in class C know how to ask for help D be able to discuss his problems with any teacher - HẾT -ĐỀ THI THỬ TỐT NGHIỆP THPT - MÔN: ANH VĂN KHỐI 12 Thời gian làm bài: 60 phút -Năm học: 2008-2009 -MSD: 943 I Read the passage and choose the best answer (A, B, C or D) to each question: In the primary school, a child is in a comparatively simple setting and most of the time forms and relationships with one familiar teacher On entering secondary school, a new world opens up and frequently it is much more difficult world The pupil soon learns to be less free in the way he speaks to teachers and even to his fellow pupils He begins to lose gradually the free and easy ways of the primary school, for he senses the need for a more cautious approach in the secondary school where there are older pupils Secondary staff and pupils suffer from the pressures of academic work and seem to have less time to stop and talk Teachers with specialist roles may see hundreds of children in a week, and a pupil may be able to form relationships with very few of the staff He has to decide which adults are approachable; good schools will make clear to every young person from the first year what guidance and personal help is available- but whether the reality of life in the institution actually encourages requests for help is another matter Adults often forget what a confusing picture school can offer to a child He sees a great deal of movement, a great number of people- often rather frightening- looking people- and realizes that an increasing number of choices and decisions have to be made As he progresses through the school the confusion may become less but the choices and decisions required will increase The school will rightly expect the pupil to take the first stepts to obtain the help he needs, for this is the pattern of adult of life for which he has to be prepared, but all the time the opportunities for personal and group advice must be presented in a way which makes them easy to understand and within easy reach of pupils Notes: Cautious (a.): thận trọng, cẩn thận Ironical (a.): mỉa mai, châm biếm Critical (a.): phê bình, trích 1.According to the passage one of the problems for pupils entering secondary schools is that………… A they not attend in every subject B the teachers not want to be friendly C they are taught by many different teachers D the teachers give most attention to the more academic pupils 2 Which of the following statements is NOT true according to the passage? A Both teachers and pupils are under the pressure of heavy load of work B Pupils cannot make friends with each other C It’s hard for pupils to make decisions D Teachers not offer their pupils adequate help What is the tone of the writer of this passage? A Amusing B Critical C Ironical D Indifferent In secondary schools every pupil having problems should……………… A be free from any pressure of academic work.B be able to discuss his problems in class C know how to ask for help D be able to discuss his problems with any teacher In this passage about secondary schools, the author is mainly concerned about………… A the role of specialist teachers B the personal development of pupils C academic standards D the training of the individual teachers II Choose the answer that best completes each sentence: “Where are you going”, Jane said to me A Jane asked me where I were going B Jane asked me where I was going C Jane said me where I was going D Jane asked me where I am going We’ve got some good news you A telling B to tell C to telling D tell Spacemen will land on Mars some day A On Mars , spacemen will be landed some day B On Mars some day will be landed by spacemen C Mars will be landed by spacemen some day D Mars will be landed on by spacemen some day I took the job because I didn’t know how difficult it was A If I knew how difficult the job was, I wouldn’t take it B If I had known how difficult the job was, I wouldn’t have taken it C If I had known how difficult the job was, I will not take it D If I had known how difficult the job was, I wouldn’t have take it 10 He took me to the university A where he used to study B in that he used to study C which he used to study D he used to study 11 Thomas was late yesterday, was unusual for him A whom B which C who D where 12 We need some more money for the .work and Peter promised to help us A prepared B preparatory C prepare D preperation 13 I must congratulate you your exam result A on B at C with D about 14 “I don’t have much time to enjoy myself”, said Mark A Mark said he didn’t have much time to enjoy himself B Mark said he did have much time to enjoy himself C Mark said he doesn’t have much time to enjoy himself D Mark said he didn’t have much time to enjoy myself 15 If you Henry, ask him to come and see me A had met B met C will meet D meet 16 Do you think they are agreeable our proposal? A on B for C to D in 17 “Sorry I haven’t finished my assigment,” said Tom A Tom apologized for not finishing his assignment B Tom said he hadn’t finished his assignment C Tom said sorry he hadn’t finished his assignment D Tom apologized he hasn’t finished his assignment 18 We were angry how Jane treated us A on B about C at D to 19 - What an attractive hair style you have got, Mary! - _ A Thank you very much I am afraid B You are telling a lie C Thank you for your compliment D I don't like your sayings 20 The house .is more than 100 years old A where I live in B in where I live C in that I live D where I live 21 His dream of becoming doctor became true after seven years of learning hard A a B an C Ø D the 22 If I it was a formal party, I jeans and a jumper A knew – wouldn’t wear B had known – wouldn’t have worn C had known – wouldn’t wear D knew – wouldn’t have worn 23 It was the worst winter anyone could remember A when B why C where D which 24 If it an hour ago, we would have stayed inside A rained B were raining C had rained D rains 25 Peter is so that he never thinks of anything bad and unsuccessful A pessimistic B disappointed C optimistic D keen III Read the passage and then decide which word best fits each space: Ann Johnson has worked at this college for three years She is a responsible employee and gets on well with the other members of the department We have all found her to be an excellent ( 26 ) She is always on time for work She is an extremely ( 27 ) staff member who is able to work independently I can always rely on her creative thinking Her students often tell me how kind she is.She is always ready to help with a smile and she is cheerful to all of them In private, she is not very talkative ( 28 ) seems rather shy Her work is excellent, and she is determined to ( 29 ) .She is also quite ambitious and has applied for the position of Director of Studies I think that you can count ( 30 ) Ann to make your school a success and I recommend her for the post of Director 26 A colleague B adult C employer D student 27 A reliable B stubborn C selfish D lazy 28 A therefore B and C so D as 29 A fail B help C succeed D use 30 A to B on C for D with IV Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from that of the others: 31 A stirs B fills C lets D adds 32 A dedicated B wildlife C survive D title 33 A liked B learned C stopped D laughed 34 A primary B cinema C channel D statistic 35 A challenge B psychology C chemistry D school V Choose the word which is stressed differently from the others: 36 A contractual B vertical C penalty D countryman 37 A argument B nursery C apponent D maximum 38 39 40 VI 41 A bamboo B biologist C survive D fascinating A podium B hesitation C epidemic D expectation A personality B appealed C economy D outstanding Choose the one word or phrase that would not be appropriate: Two of the players from theYankees have been chose to participate in the All Stars game A B C D 42 He didn’t get the job despite of his experience in the field A B C D 43 I get a bad mark I wish I did my homework last night A B C D 44 His brother can’t walk to work now because this broken leg A B C D 45 My family spent an interested holiday in Europe last summer A B C D 46 The dentist gave me a check up and then telling me I needed two fillings A B C D 47 He told me that he had sent the gift yesterday A B C D 48 We will be interviewed all job applicants as soon as their papers have been processed A B C D 49 The man whom made a speech was the headmaster A B C D 50 Pay attention in all the traffic signs when you are travelling in the street A B C D - HẾT -ĐỀ THI THỬ TỐT NGHIỆP THPT - MÔN: ANH VĂN KHỐI 12 Thời gian làm bài: 60 phút -Năm học: 2008-2009 -MSD: 612 I Choose the answer that best completes each sentence: The house .is more than 100 years old A where I live in B in where I live C in that I live D where I live His dream of becoming doctor became true after seven years of learning hard A a B an C Ø D the “Where are you going”, Jane said to me A Jane asked me where I were going B Jane asked me where I was going C Jane said me where I was going D Jane asked me where I am going If it an hour ago, we would have stayed inside A rained B were raining C had rained D rains Thomas was late yesterday, was unusual for him A whom B which C who D where We need some more money for the .work and Peter promised to help us A prepared B preparatory C prepare D preperation If I it was a formal party, I jeans and a jumper A knew – wouldn’t wear B had known – wouldn’t have worn C had known – wouldn’t wear D knew – wouldn’t have worn It was the worst winter anyone could remember A when B why C where D which “I don’t have much time to enjoy myself”, said Mark A Mark said he didn’t have much time to enjoy himself B Mark said he did have much time to enjoy himself C Mark said he doesn’t have much time to enjoy himself D Mark said he didn’t have much time to enjoy myself 10 If you Henry, ask him to come and see me A had met B met C will meet D meet 11 Do you think they are agreeable our proposal? A on B for C to D in 12 “Sorry I haven’t finished my assigment,” said Tom A Tom apologized for not finishing his assignment B Tom said he hadn’t finished his assignment C Tom said sorry he hadn’t finished his assignment D Tom apologized he hasn’t finished his assignment 13 I must congratulate you your exam result A on B at C with D about 14 We were angry how Jane treated us A on B about C at D to 15 - What an attractive hair style you have got, Mary! - _ A Thank you very much I am afraid B You are telling a lie C Thank you for your compliment D I don't like your sayings 16 We’ve got some good news you A telling B to tell C to telling D tell 17 Spacemen will land on Mars some day A On Mars , spacemen will be landed some day B On Mars some day will be landed by spacemen C Mars will be landed by spacemen some day D Mars will be landed on by spacemen some day 18 I took the job because I didn’t know how difficult it was A If I knew how difficult the job was, I wouldn’t take it B If I had known how difficult the job was, I wouldn’t have taken it C If I had known how difficult the job was, I will not take it D If I had known how difficult the job was, I wouldn’t have take it 19 He took me to the university A where he used to study B in that he used to study C which he used to study D he used to study 20 Peter is so that he never thinks of anything bad and unsuccessful A pessimistic B disappointed C optimistic D keen II Choose the one word or phrase that would not be appropriate: 21 The dentist gave me a check up and then telling me I needed two fillings A B C D 22 He told me that he had sent the gift yesterday A B C D 23 We will be interviewed all job applicants as soon as their papers have been processed A B C D 24 My family spent an interested holiday in Europe last summer A B C D 25 Pay attention in all the traffic signs when you are travelling in the street A B C D 26 The man whom made a speech was the headmaster A B C D 27 Two of the players from theYankees have been chose to participate in the All Stars game A B C D 28 He didn’t get the job despite of his experience in the field A B C D 29 I get a bad mark I wish I did my homework last night A B C D 30 His brother can’t walk to work now because this broken leg A B C D III Read the passage and then decide which word best fits each space: Ann Johnson has worked at this college for three years She is a responsible employee and gets on well with the other members of the department We have all found her to be an excellent ( 31 ) She is always on time for work She is an extremely ( 32 ) staff member who is able to work independently I can always rely on her creative thinking Her students often tell me how kind she is.She is always ready to help with a smile and she is cheerful to all of them In private, she is not very talkative ( 33 ) seems rather shy Her work is excellent, and she is determined to ( 34 ) .She is also quite ambitious and has applied for the position of Director of Studies I think that you can count ( 35 ) Ann to make your school a success and I recommend her for the post of Director 31 A student B adult C colleague D employer 32 A lazy B stubborn C selfish D reliable 33 A and B so C therefore D as 34 A fail B succeed C use D help 35 A to B with C for D on IV Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from that of the others: 36 A challenge B psychology C chemistry D school 37 A liked B laughed C stopped D learned 38 A survive B wildlife C dedicated D title 39 A cinema B channel C primary D statistic 40 A adds B fills C lets D stirs V Read the passage and choose the best answer (A, B, C or D) to each question: In the primary school, a child is in a comparatively simple setting and most of the time forms and relationships with one familiar teacher On entering secondary school, a new world opens up and frequently it is much more difficult world The pupil soon learns to be less free in the way he speaks to teachers and even to his fellow pupils He begins to lose gradually the free and easy ways of the primary school, for he senses the need for a more cautious approach in the secondary school where there are older pupils Secondary staff and pupils suffer from the pressures of academic work and seem to have less time to stop and talk Teachers with specialist roles may see hundreds of children in a week, and a pupil may be able to form relationships with very few of the staff He has to decide which adults are approachable; good schools will make clear to every young person from the first year what guidance and personal help is available- but whether the reality of life in the institution actually encourages requests for help is another matter Adults often forget what a confusing picture school can offer to a child He sees a great deal of movement, a great number of people- often rather frightening- looking people- and realizes that an increasing number of choices and decisions have to be made As he progresses through the school the confusion may become less but the choices and decisions required will increase The school will rightly expect the pupil to take the first stepts to obtain the help he needs, for this is the pattern of adult of life for which he has to be prepared, but all the time the opportunities for personal and group advice must be presented in a way which makes them easy to understand and within easy reach of pupils Notes: Cautious (a.): thận trọng, cẩn thận Ironical (a.): mỉa mai, châm biếm Critical (a.): phê bình, trích 41 Which of the following statements is NOT true according to the passage? A Both teachers and pupils are under the pressure of heavy load of work B Pupils cannot make friends with each other C It’s hard for pupils to make decisions D Teachers not offer their pupils adequate help 42 What is the tone of the writer of this passage? A Ironical B Critical C Amusing D Indifferent 43.According to the passage one of the problems for pupils entering secondary schools is that………… A they not attend in every subject B the teachers not want to be friendly C they are taught by many different teachers D the teachers give most attention to the more academic pupils 44 In this passage about secondary schools, the author is mainly concerned about………… A the role of specialist teachers B the personal development of pupils C academic standards D the training of the individual teachers 45 In secondary schools every pupil having problems should……………… A be free from any pressure of academic work.B be able to discuss his problems in class C know how to ask for help D be able to discuss his problems with any teacher VI Choose the word which is stressed differently from the others: 46 A penalty B vertical C contractual D countryman 47 A bamboo B biologist C survive D fascinating 48 A personality B outstanding C economy D appealed 49 A expectation B hesitation C epidemic D podium 50 A nursery B argument C apponent D maximum - HẾT