SỞ GIÁO DỤC ĐÀO TẠO ĐỀ CHÍNH THỨC (Đề gồm có 04 trang) TNPT 62 ÔN THI TỐT NGHIỆP TRUNG HỌC PHỔ THÔNG NĂM HỌC 2016- 2017 MÔN TIẾNG ANH ~ MÃ ĐỀ 233 Thời gian: 60 phút - không tính thời gian giao đề ĐỀ THỬ NGHIỆM 02 BỘ GD-ĐT Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following questions Question 1: My sister is a very diligent student She works very hard at every subject A studious B practical C clever D helpful Question 2: The student service centre will try their best to assist students in finding a suitable part-time job A allow B employ C help D make Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions Question 3:A deserve B bamboo C channel D forget Question 4:A determine B furniture C departure D endanger Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions Question 5: Garvin is a new computer application to see whether it works A turning up B putting on C trying out D looking after Question 6: Her fiancé is said from Harvard University five years ago A having graduated B to have graduated C being graduated D to be graduated Question 7: Air pollution is getting serious in big cities in the word A the more and the more B more and more C the most and the most D most and most Question 8: For the last 20 years, we significant changes in the word of science and technology A have witnessed B witness C witnessed D are witnessing Question 9: Ms Brown asked me in my class A how many students were there B were there how many students C how many students there were D there were how many students Question 10: Terry is a very imaginative boy He always comes interesting ideas A out of B in for C down on D up with Question 11: They are always of what their children A supportive B support C supportively D supporting Question 12: Women in some parts of the word are still struggling for job opportunities to men A suitable B equal C various D legal Question 13: The manager his temper with the employees and shouted at them A kept B took C had D lost Question 14: All nations should hands to work out a plan to solve the problem of global warming A shake B hold C lend D join Question 15: Many rare and precious species are now the verge of extinction A in B from C by D on Question 16: Housewives find it easier to domestic chores thanks to invention of labour-saving devices A some B a C the D an Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions Question 17: The number of students attending English courses at our university are increasing A at B students C are D attending Question 18: To be successful in an interview, you should control the feeling of pressure and making a good impression on the interviewer A successful B making C on D control Question 19: Scuba diving is usually carried out in the ocean in that people can explore the underwater word A out B is C that D explore Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges Question 20: Hana and Jenifer are talking about a book they have just read ~ Hana: "The book is really interesting and educational." ~ Jenifer: " " A I’d love it B Don’t mention it C That’s nice of you to say so D I couldn’t agree more Question 21: Susan accidentally stepped on Denise’s foot ~ Susan: "Oops! I’m sorry, Denise." ~ Denise: " ." A You shouldn’t that B You are welcome C It’s alright D It’s nonsense 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 22 to 28 Whales are the largest animals in the word., and the gentlest creatures we know Although the whale is very huge, it is not hindered at all by its size when it is in the water Whales have tails that end like flippers With just a gentle flick, it can propel itself forward The skin of a whale is so smooth that it does not create any friction that can slow the whale down A whale’s breathing hole is located on the top of its head, so it can breathe without having to completely push its head out of the water Whales are protected from the cold seawater by body fat that is called blubber Whales live in the ocean but, in terms of behaviours, they are more similar to humans than fish They live in family groups and they even travel in groups when they have to migrate from cooler to warmer waters The young stay with their parents for as long as fifteen years Whales are known not to desert the ill or injured members; instead, they cradle them When whales are in danger, there are people who go to great lengths to help them One such case occurred in 1988, when three young whales were trapped in the sea It was close to winter and the sea had begun to freeze over Whales are mammals that require oxygen from the air, so the frozen ice was a great danger to them All they had then was a tiny hole in the ice for them to breathe through Volunteers from all over soon turned up to help these creatures They cut holes in the ice to provide more breathing holes for the whales These holes would also serve as guides for the whales so that they could swim to warmer waters (Adapted from http://www.englishdaily626.com?reading.comprehension) Question 22: Which of the following best describes the main idea of this passage? A Whales as the only animals to live in warm water B Successful attempts to rescue whales all over the word C Some remarkable similarities of whales to humans D Whales as the largest, gentlest but vulnerable creatures Question 23: Whales can move easily in water thanks to their A tail and blubber B skin and head C size and head D tail and skin Question 24: The word "they" in paragraph refers to A holes B guides C the whales D warmer waters Question 25: According to the passage, why was the frozen ice on the sea surface a danger to whales? A Because they couldn’t eat when the weather was too cold B Because whales couldn’t breathe without sufficient oxygen C Because they couldn’t swim in icy cold water D Because the water was too cold for them as they were warm-blooded Question 26: According to paragraph 2, the author mentions all of the following to show that whales "are more similar to humans" EXCEPT A the young stay with their parents for almost fifteen years B they not migrate from cooler to warmer waters C they not desert the ill or injured members D they live in family groups and travel in groups Question 27: The word "tiny" in paragraph probably means A very deep B very ugly C very small D very fat Question 28: Where is the whale’s breathing hole located? A On its tail B On its back C On its head D On its face Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions Question 29: Basically, everything is the same; however, there may be some minor changes to the schedule A small B gradual C sudden D big Question 30: Sorry, I can’t come to your party I am snowed under with work at the moment A free from B busy with C interested in D relaxed about Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the following questions Question 31: The candidate was offered the job because of his excellent answers A The job was offered to the candidate although he couldn’t answer the questions B The candidate answered the questions so excellently that he might get the job C Because it was such a good job, the candidate tried to answer the questions excellently D If it hadn’t been for the candidate’s excellent answers, he couldn’t have got the job Question 32: I really believe my letter came as a great surprise to John A John might have been very surprised to receive my letter B John must be very surprised to receive my letter C John might be very surprised to receive my letter D John must have been very surprised to receive my letter Question 33: "Why don’t we go out for dinner tonight?" said Jim A Jim refused to go out for dinner that night B Jim denied going out for dinner that night C Jim promised to go out for dinner that night D Jim suggested going out for dinner that night Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following questions Question 34: Our flight was delayed We decided to spend time at the duty-free shops A We have been spending time at the duty-free shops since our flight was delayed B Although our flight was delayed, we decided to spend time at the duty-free shops C We decided to spend time at the duty-free shops in case our flight was delayed D As our flight was delayed, we decided to spend time at the duty-free shops Question 35: I didn’t pay attention to the teacher I failed to understand the lesson A Unless I failed to understand the lesson, I would pay attention to the teacher B I would have understood the lesson if I had failed to pay attention to the teacher C Although I paid attention to the teacher, I failed to understand the lesson D I would have understood the lesson if I had paid attention to the teacher Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions Question 36:A physics B hesitate C basic D reserve Question 37:A finished B developed C defeated D looked Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 38 to 00 The Internet has truly transformed how students their homework .(38) homework today still means spending time in the library, it’s for a different reason Rather than using books for research, students today are (39) to the Internet to download enormous amounts of data available online In the past, students were limited to their school’s (40) of books In many cases, they got to the school library and found out that someone had already taken the books they needed Nowadays, such inconvenience can be avoided since the Internet never runs out of information Students, however, have to (41) sure that the information they find online is true Teachers have also benefited from the homework which is done on the Internet They not need to carry students’ papers around with them any more This is because online (42) allow students to electronically upload their homework for their teachers to read and mark Of course, this also means that students can no longer use the excuse that the dog ate their homework! (Adapted from "Gold Pre-First Exam Maximizer," by H Chilton & L Edwards, 2013, Harlow: Pearson) Question 38:A But B While C For D Because Question 39:A connecting B linking C looking D searching Question 40:A selection B selectively C selective D select Question 41:A make B get C D come Question 42:A materials B systems C structures D sources 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 43 to 50 It's called 42 - the name taken from the answer to the meaning of life, from the science fiction series The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy 42 was founded by French technology billionaire Xavier Niel, whose backing means there are no tuition fees and accommodation is free Mr Niel and his co-founders come from the world of technology and start-ups, and they are trying to to education what Facebook did to communication and Airbnb to accommodation Students at 42 are given a choice of projects that they might be set in a job as a software engineer - perhaps to design a website or a computer game They complete a project using resources freely available on the Internet and by seeking help from their fellow students, who work alongside them in a large open-plan room full of computers Another student will then be randomly assigned to mark their work The founders claim this method of learning makes up for shortcomings in the traditional education system, which they say encourages students to be passive recipients of knowledge "Peer-to-peer learning develops students with the confidence to search for solutions by themselves, often in quite creative and ingenious ways." Like in computer games, the students are asked to design and they go up a level by completing a project They graduate when they reach level 21, which usually takes three to five years And at the end, there is a certificate but no formal degree Recent graduates are now working at companies including IBM, Amazon, and Tesla, as well as starting their own firms "The feedback we have had from employers is that our graduates are more apt to go off and find out information for themselves, rather than asking their supervisors what to next," says Brittany Bir, chief operating officer of 42 in California and a graduate of its sister school in Paris Ms Bir says 42's graduates will be better able to work with others and discuss and defend their ideas - an important skill in the "real world" of work "This is particularly important in computer programming, where individuals are notorious for lacking certain human skills," she says But could 42's model of teacherless learning work in mainstream universities? Brittany Bir admits 42's methods not suit all students "It suits individuals who are very disciplined and self-motivated, and who are not scared by having the freedom to work at their own pace," she says (Adapted from http://www.bbc.com/news/business-37694248) Question 43: According to the passage, 42 is A a type of accommodation B an innovation in technology C a tool of virtual communication D a kind of school Question 44: The author mentions "to design a website or a computer game" in paragraph to illustrate A a free resource available on the Internet B a help that students at 42 get for their work C a job that a French software engineer always does D a choice of assignment that students at 42 have to complete Question 45: The word "notorious" in paragraph can be best replaced by A incompetent B respectable C memorable D infamous Question 46: According to Ms Bir, 42’s graduates will be able to improve A the skills of teamwork and debating B the skills of giving feedback C the skills of searching for information D the skills of software programming Question 47: Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A 42’s peer-to-peer approach promotes active learning and working B The students of 42 are required to play computer games during their course C It normally takes 42’s students at least five years to complete their course D The founders of 42 share the idea of providing free service on Facebook Question 48: The word "them" in paragraph refers to A software engineers B projects C resources D students at 42 Question 49: What 42’s graduates receive on completion of their course? A a degree B a certificate C a design D a project Question 50: It can be inferred from the passage that A 42 adopts project-based and problem-solving learning methods B all 42’s graduates are employed by word-leading technology companies C 42’s students have to handle the task assigned without any assistance D 42 is a good choice for people of all ages and nationalities SỞ GIÁO DỤC ĐÀO TẠO ĐỀ CHÍNH THỨC (Đề gồm có 04 trang) Mark(s) ÔN THI TỐT NGHIỆP TRUNG HỌC PHỔ THÔNG NĂM HỌC 2016- 2017 MÔN TIẾNG ANH ~ MÃ ĐỀ 325 Thời gian: 60 phút - không tính thời gian giao đề Mã Phách ……… Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 01 to 05 The Internet has truly transformed how students their homework .(1) homework today still means spending time in the library, it’s for a different reason Rather than using books for research, students today are (2) to the Internet to download enormous amounts of data available online In the past, students were limited to their school’s (3) of books In many cases, they got to the school library and found out that someone had already taken the books they needed Nowadays, such inconvenience can be avoided since the Internet never runs out of information Students, however, have to (4) sure that the information they find online is true Teachers have also benefited from the homework which is done on the Internet They not need to carry students’ papers around with them any more This is because online (5) allow students to electronically upload their homework for their teachers to read and mark Of course, this also means that students can no longer use the excuse that the dog ate their homework! (Adapted from "Gold Pre-First Exam Maximizer," by H Chilton & L Edwards, 2013, Harlow: Pearson) Question 1:A For B Because C But D While Question 2:A connecting B linking C looking D searching Question 3:A select B selectively C selective D selection Question 4:A make B C come D get Question 5:A systems B sources C materials D structures Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges Question 6: Hana and Jenifer are talking about a book they have just read ~ Hana: "The book is really interesting and educational." ~ Jenifer: " " A I’d love it B I couldn’t agree more C Don’t mention it D That’s nice of you to say so Question 7: Susan accidentally stepped on Denise’s foot ~ Susan: "Oops! I’m sorry, Denise." ~ Denise: " ." A You are welcome B You shouldn’t that C It’s alright D It’s nonsense Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions Question 8:A basic B physics C hesitate D reserve Question 9:A developed B looked C finished D defeated Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions Question 10: For the last 20 years, we significant changes in the word of science and technology A witnessed B witness C are witnessing D have witnessed Question 11: They are always of what their children A supportive B supportively C support D supporting Question 12: Women in some parts of the word are still struggling for job opportunities to men A equal B suitable C various D legal Question 13: Ms Brown asked me in my class A how many students there were B how many students were there C there were how many students D were there how many students Question 14: The manager his temper with the employees and shouted at them A took B kept C lost D had Question 15: Housewives find it easier to domestic chores thanks to invention of labour-saving devices A the B some C an D a Question 16: Her fiancé is said from Harvard University five years ago A to be graduated B being graduated C having graduated D to have graduated Question 17: Garvin is a new computer application to see whether it works A turning up B putting on C trying out D looking after Question 18: All nations should hands to work out a plan to solve the problem of global warming A lend B shake C hold D join Question 19: Air pollution is getting serious in big cities in the word A more and more B the most and the most C the more and the more D most and most Question 20: Many rare and precious species are now the verge of extinction A by B in C on D from Question 21: Terry is a very imaginative boy He always comes interesting ideas A in for B out of C up with D down on Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions Question 22:A furniture B endanger C determine D departure Question 23:A bamboo B forget C channel D deserve Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following questions Question 24: The student service centre will try their best to assist students in finding a suitable part-time job A allow B employ C help D make Question 25: My sister is a very diligent student She works very hard at every subject A clever B helpful C practical D studious Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions Question 26: Sorry, I can’t come to your party I am snowed under with work at the moment A relaxed about B busy with C interested in D free from Question 27: Basically, everything is the same; however, there may be some minor changes to the schedule A sudden B gradual C big D small Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following questions Question 28: Our flight was delayed We decided to spend time at the duty-free shops A We have been spending time at the duty-free shops since our flight was delayed B We decided to spend time at the duty-free shops in case our flight was delayed C As our flight was delayed, we decided to spend time at the duty-free shops D Although our flight was delayed, we decided to spend time at the duty-free shops Question 29: I didn’t pay attention to the teacher I failed to understand the lesson A I would have understood the lesson if I had failed to pay attention to the teacher B I would have understood the lesson if I had paid attention to the teacher C Unless I failed to understand the lesson, I would pay attention to the teacher D Although I paid attention to the teacher, I failed to understand the lesson Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the following questions Question 30: "Why don’t we go out for dinner tonight?" said Jim A Jim promised to go out for dinner that night B Jim suggested going out for dinner that night C Jim denied going out for dinner that night D Jim refused to go out for dinner that night Question 31: The candidate was offered the job because of his excellent answers A The candidate answered the questions so excellently that he might get the job B Because it was such a good job, the candidate tried to answer the questions excellently C The job was offered to the candidate although he couldn’t answer the questions D If it hadn’t been for the candidate’s excellent answers, he couldn’t have got the job Question 32: I really believe my letter came as a great surprise to John A John must have been very surprised to receive my letter B John might have been very surprised to receive my letter C John must be very surprised to receive my letter D John might be very surprised to receive my letter 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 32 to 39 Whales are the largest animals in the word., and the gentlest creatures we know Although the whale is very huge, it is not hindered at all by its size when it is in the water Whales have tails that end like flippers With just a gentle flick, it can propel itself forward The skin of a whale is so smooth that it does not create any friction that can slow the whale down A whale’s breathing hole is located on the top of its head, so it can breathe without having to completely push its head out of the water Whales are protected from the cold seawater by body fat that is called blubber Whales live in the ocean but, in terms of behaviours, they are more similar to humans than fish They live in family groups and they even travel in groups when they have to migrate from cooler to warmer waters The young stay with their parents for as long as fifteen years Whales are known not to desert the ill or injured members; instead, they cradle them When whales are in danger, there are people who go to great lengths to help them One such case occurred in 1988, when three young whales were trapped in the sea It was close to winter and the sea had begun to freeze over Whales are mammals that require oxygen from the air, so the frozen ice was a great danger to them All they had then was a tiny hole in the ice for them to breathe through Volunteers from all over soon turned up to help these creatures They cut holes in the ice to provide more breathing holes for the whales These holes would also serve as guides for the whales so that they could swim to warmer waters (Adapted from http://www.englishdaily626.com?reading.comprehension) Question 33: The word "they" in paragraph refers to A the whales B warmer waters C holes D guides Question 34: According to the passage, why was the frozen ice on the sea surface a danger to whales? A Because they couldn’t eat when the weather was too cold B Because they couldn’t swim in icy cold water C Because whales couldn’t breathe without sufficient oxygen D Because the water was too cold for them as they were warm-blooded Question 35: Whales can move easily in water thanks to their A skin and head B tail and skin C size and head D tail and blubber Question 36: According to paragraph 2, the author mentions all of the following to show that whales "are more similar to humans" EXCEPT A they not desert the ill or injured members B they live in family groups and travel in groups C the young stay with their parents for almost fifteen years D they not migrate from cooler to warmer waters Question 37: Which of the following best describes the main idea of this passage? A Whales as the largest, gentlest but vulnerable creatures B Whales as the only animals to live in warm water C Some remarkable similarities of whales to humans D Successful attempts to rescue whales all over the word Question 38: The word "tiny" in paragraph probably means A very deep B very ugly C very small D very fat Question 39: Where is the whale’s breathing hole located? A On its back B On its head C On its face D On its tail Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions Question 40: To be successful in an interview, you should control the feeling of pressure and making a good impression on the interviewer A control B successful C making D on Question 41: Scuba diving is usually carried out in the ocean in that people can explore the underwater word A out B is C that D explore Question 42: The number of students attending English courses at our university are increasing A at B are C attending D students 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 43 to 50 It's called 42 - the name taken from the answer to the meaning of life, from the science fiction series The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy 42 was founded by French technology billionaire Xavier Niel, whose backing means there are no tuition fees and accommodation is free Mr Niel and his co-founders come from the world of technology and start-ups, and they are trying to to education what Facebook did to communication and Airbnb to accommodation Students at 42 are given a choice of projects that they might be set in a job as a software engineer - perhaps to design a website or a computer game They complete a project using resources freely available on the Internet and by seeking help from their fellow students, who work alongside them in a large open-plan room full of computers Another student will then be randomly assigned to mark their work The founders claim this method of learning makes up for shortcomings in the traditional education system, which they say encourages students to be passive recipients of knowledge "Peer-to-peer learning develops students with the confidence to search for solutions by themselves, often in quite creative and ingenious ways." Like in computer games, the students are asked to design and they go up a level by completing a project They graduate when they reach level 21, which usually takes three to five years And at the end, there is a certificate but no formal degree Recent graduates are now working at companies including IBM, Amazon, and Tesla, as well as starting their own firms "The feedback we have had from employers is that our graduates are more apt to go off and find out information for themselves, rather than asking their supervisors what to next," says Brittany Bir, chief operating officer of 42 in California and a graduate of its sister school in Paris Ms Bir says 42's graduates will be better able to work with others and discuss and defend their ideas - an important skill in the "real world" of work "This is particularly important in computer programming, where individuals are notorious for lacking certain human skills," she says But could 42's model of teacherless learning work in mainstream universities? Brittany Bir admits 42's methods not suit all students "It suits individuals who are very disciplined and self-motivated, and who are not scared by having the freedom to work at their own pace," she says (Adapted from http://www.bbc.com/news/business-37694248) Question 43: What 42’s graduates receive on completion of their course? A a certificate B a design C a project D a degree Question 44: According to Ms Bir, 42’s graduates will be able to improve A the skills of software programming B the skills of teamwork and debating C the skills of giving feedback D the skills of searching for information Question 45: The word "them" in paragraph refers to A projects B students at 42 C resources D software engineers Question 46: The word "notorious" in paragraph can be best replaced by A incompetent B memorable C infamous D respectable Question 47: The author mentions "to design a website or a computer game" in paragraph to illustrate A a job that a French software engineer always does B a help that students at 42 get for their work C a choice of assignment that students at 42 have to complete D a free resource available on the Internet Question 48: According to the passage, 42 is A a kind of school B a tool of virtual communication C an innovation in technology D a type of accommodation Question 49: Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A The founders of 42 share the idea of providing free service on Facebook B 42’s peer-to-peer approach promotes active learning and working C The students of 42 are required to play computer games during their course D It normally takes 42’s students at least five years to complete their course Question 50: It can be inferred from the passage that A all 42’s graduates are employed by word-leading technology companies B 42’s students have to handle the task assigned without any assistance C 42 adopts project-based and problem-solving learning methods D 42 is a good choice for people of all ages and nationalities SỞ GIÁO DỤC ĐÀO TẠO ĐỀ CHÍNH THỨC (Đề gồm có 04 trang) ÔN THI TỐT NGHIỆP TRUNG HỌC PHỔ THÔNG NĂM HỌC 2016- 2017 MÔN TIẾNG ANH ~ MÃ ĐỀ 318 Thời gian: 60 phút - không tính thời gian giao đề Mark(s) Mã Phách ……… Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions Question 1:A basic B hesitate C physics D reserve Question 2:A developed B defeated C looked D finished Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions Question 3:A channel B deserve C forget D bamboo Question 4:A endanger B departure C determine D furniture Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions Question 5: To be successful in an interview, you should control the feeling of pressure and making a good impression on the interviewer A successful B on C control D making Question 6: Scuba diving is usually carried out in the ocean in that people can explore the underwater word A out B explore C is D that Question 7: The number of students attending English courses at our university are increasing A students B are C at D attending Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges Question 8: Susan accidentally stepped on Denise’s foot ~ Susan: "Oops! I’m sorry, Denise." ~ Denise: " ." A It’s nonsense B It’s alright C You shouldn’t that D You are welcome Question 9: Hana and Jenifer are talking about a book they have just read ~ Hana: "The book is really interesting and educational." ~ Jenifer: " " A I couldn’t agree more B That’s nice of you to say so C I’d love it D Don’t mention it Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 10 to 14 The Internet has truly transformed how students their homework .(10) homework today still means spending time in the library, it’s for a different reason Rather than using books for research, students today are (11) to the Internet to download enormous amounts of data available online In the past, students were limited to their school’s (12) of books In many cases, they got to the school library and found out that someone had already taken the books they needed Nowadays, such inconvenience can be avoided since the Internet never runs out of information Students, however, have to (13) sure that the information they find online is true Teachers have also benefited from the homework which is done on the Internet They not need to carry students’ papers around with them any more This is because online (14) allow students to electronically upload their homework for their teachers to read and mark Of course, this also means that students can no longer use the excuse that the dog ate their homework! (Adapted from "Gold Pre-First Exam Maximizer," by H Chilton & L Edwards, 2013, Harlow: Pearson) Question 10:A For B Because C While D But Question 11:A connecting B searching C looking D linking Question 12:A select B selection C selective D selectively Question 13:A come B C get D make Question 14:A materials B structures C sources D systems Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions Question 15: Basically, everything is the same; however, there may be some minor changes to the schedule A big B small C gradual D sudden Question 16: Sorry, I can’t come to your party I am snowed under with work at the moment A busy with B free from C interested in D relaxed about Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions Question 17: For the last 20 years, we significant changes in the word of science and technology A have witnessed B are witnessing C witnessed D witness Question 18: Air pollution is getting serious in big cities in the word A most and most B more and more C the more and the more D the most and the most Question 19: They are always of what their children A supportive B supporting C supportively D support Question 20: Ms Brown asked me in my class A how many students there were B there were how many students C were there how many students D how many students were there Question 21: The manager his temper with the employees and shouted at them A took B kept C had D lost Question 22: Her fiancé is said from Harvard University five years ago A to have graduated B to be graduated C having graduated D being graduated Question 23: Garvin is a new computer application to see whether it works A turning up B trying out C putting on D looking after Question 24: Many rare and precious species are now the verge of extinction A from B on C by D in Question 25: Housewives find it easier to domestic chores thanks to invention of labour-saving devices A some B an C the D a Question 26: Women in some parts of the word are still struggling for job opportunities to men A various B legal C suitable D equal Question 27: All nations should hands to work out a plan to solve the problem of global warming A hold B shake C lend D join Question 28: Terry is a very imaginative boy He always comes interesting ideas A up with B in for C down on D out of Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the following questions Question 29: "Why don’t we go out for dinner tonight?" said Jim A Jim suggested going out for dinner that night B Jim refused to go out for dinner that night C Jim denied going out for dinner that night D Jim promised to go out for dinner that night Question 30: I really believe my letter came as a great surprise to John A John might have been very surprised to receive my letter B John might be very surprised to receive my letter C John must have been very surprised to receive my letter D John must be very surprised to receive my letter Question 31: The candidate was offered the job because of his excellent answers A If it hadn’t been for the candidate’s excellent answers, he couldn’t have got the job B The candidate answered the questions so excellently that he might get the job C Because it was such a good job, the candidate tried to answer the questions excellently D The job was offered to the candidate although he couldn’t answer the questions Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following questions Question 32: I didn’t pay attention to the teacher I failed to understand the lesson A I would have understood the lesson if I had paid attention to the teacher B Unless I failed to understand the lesson, I would pay attention to the teacher C Although I paid attention to the teacher, I failed to understand the lesson D I would have understood the lesson if I had failed to pay attention to the teacher Question 33: Our flight was delayed We decided to spend time at the duty-free shops A We decided to spend time at the duty-free shops in case our flight was delayed B As our flight was delayed, we decided to spend time at the duty-free shops C Although our flight was delayed, we decided to spend time at the duty-free shops D We have been spending time at the duty-free shops since our flight was delayed Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following questions Question 34: The student service centre will try their best to assist students in finding a suitable part-time job A employ B make C help D allow Question 35: My sister is a very diligent student She works very hard at every subject A studious B clever C practical D helpful 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 36 to 42 Whales are the largest animals in the word., and the gentlest creatures we know Although the whale is very huge, it is not hindered at all by its size when it is in the water Whales have tails that end like flippers With just a gentle flick, it can propel itself forward The skin of a whale is so smooth that it does not create any friction that can slow the whale down A whale’s breathing hole is located on the top of its head, so it can breathe without having to completely push its head out of the water Whales are protected from the cold seawater by body fat that is called blubber D Jim refused to go out for dinner that night Question 22: I really believe my letter came as a great surprise to John A John must be very surprised to receive my letter B John might be very surprised to receive my letter C John might have been very surprised to receive my letter D John must have been very surprised to receive my letter Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions Question 23:A departure B furniture C determine D endanger Question 24:A deserve B channel C forget D bamboo Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges Question 25: Susan accidentally stepped on Denise’s foot ~ Susan: "Oops! I’m sorry, Denise." ~ Denise: " ." A It’s alright B You shouldn’t that C It’s nonsense D You are welcome Question 26: Hana and Jenifer are talking about a book they have just read ~ Hana: "The book is really interesting and educational." ~ Jenifer: " " A I couldn’t agree more B That’s nice of you to say so C I’d love it D Don’t mention it Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions Question 27: Sorry, I can’t come to your party I am snowed under with work at the moment A relaxed about B busy with C free from D interested in Question 28: Basically, everything is the same; however, there may be some minor changes to the schedule A gradual B small C sudden D big Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following questions Question 29: I didn’t pay attention to the teacher I failed to understand the lesson A I would have understood the lesson if I had paid attention to the teacher B Unless I failed to understand the lesson, I would pay attention to the teacher C Although I paid attention to the teacher, I failed to understand the lesson D I would have understood the lesson if I had failed to pay attention to the teacher Question 30: Our flight was delayed We decided to spend time at the duty-free shops A We have been spending time at the duty-free shops since our flight was delayed B Although our flight was delayed, we decided to spend time at the duty-free shops C As our flight was delayed, we decided to spend time at the duty-free shops D We decided to spend time at the duty-free shops in case our flight was delayed Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 30 to 35 The Internet has truly transformed how students their homework .(31) homework today still means spending time in the library, it’s for a different reason Rather than using books for research, students today are (32) to the Internet to download enormous amounts of data available online In the past, students were limited to their school’s (33) of books In many cases, they got to the school library and found out that someone had already taken the books they needed Nowadays, such inconvenience can be avoided since the Internet never runs out of information Students, however, have to (34) sure that the information they find online is true Teachers have also benefited from the homework which is done on the Internet They not need to carry students’ papers around with them any more This is because online (35) allow students to electronically upload their homework for their teachers to read and mark Of course, this also means that students can no longer use the excuse that the dog ate their homework! (Adapted from "Gold Pre-First Exam Maximizer," by H Chilton & L Edwards, 2013, Harlow: Pearson) Question 31:A While B But C Because D For Question 32:A looking B searching C linking D connecting Question 33:A select B selection C selectively D selective Question 34:A make B C get D come Question 35:A systems B materials C structures D sources 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 36 to 42 Whales are the largest animals in the word., and the gentlest creatures we know Although the whale is very huge, it is not hindered at all by its size when it is in the water Whales have tails that end like flippers With just a gentle flick, it can propel itself forward The skin of a whale is so smooth that it does not create any friction that can slow the whale down A whale’s breathing hole is located on the top of its head, so it can breathe without having to completely push its head out of the water Whales are protected from the cold seawater by body fat that is called blubber Whales live in the ocean but, in terms of behaviours, they are more similar to humans than fish They live in family groups and they even travel in groups when they have to migrate from cooler to warmer waters The young stay with their parents for as long as fifteen years Whales are known not to desert the ill or injured members; instead, they cradle them When whales are in danger, there are people who go to great lengths to help them One such case occurred in 1988, when three young whales were trapped in the sea It was close to winter and the sea had begun to freeze over Whales are mammals that require oxygen from the air, so the frozen ice was a great danger to them All they had then was a tiny hole in the ice for them to breathe through Volunteers from all over soon turned up to help these creatures They cut holes in the ice to provide more breathing holes for the whales These holes would also serve as guides for the whales so that they could swim to warmer waters (Adapted from http://www.englishdaily626.com?reading.comprehension) Question 36: Where is the whale’s breathing hole located? A On its head B On its back C On its tail D On its face Question 37: According to paragraph 2, the author mentions all of the following to show that whales "are more similar to humans" EXCEPT A they not desert the ill or injured members B they not migrate from cooler to warmer waters C the young stay with their parents for almost fifteen years D they live in family groups and travel in groups Question 38: Whales can move easily in water thanks to their A skin and head B tail and blubber C tail and skin D size and head Question 39: The word "tiny" in paragraph probably means A very ugly B very fat C very small D very deep Question 40: Which of the following best describes the main idea of this passage? A Whales as the largest, gentlest but vulnerable creatures B Whales as the only animals to live in warm water C Some remarkable similarities of whales to humans D Successful attempts to rescue whales all over the word Question 41: The word "they" in paragraph refers to A guides B holes C warmer waters D the whales Question 42: According to the passage, why was the frozen ice on the sea surface a danger to whales? A Because the water was too cold for them as they were warm-blooded B Because whales couldn’t breathe without sufficient oxygen C Because they couldn’t swim in icy cold water D Because they couldn’t eat when the weather was too cold 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 43 to 50 It's called 42 - the name taken from the answer to the meaning of life, from the science fiction series The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy 42 was founded by French technology billionaire Xavier Niel, whose backing means there are no tuition fees and accommodation is free Mr Niel and his co-founders come from the world of technology and start-ups, and they are trying to to education what Facebook did to communication and Airbnb to accommodation Students at 42 are given a choice of projects that they might be set in a job as a software engineer - perhaps to design a website or a computer game They complete a project using resources freely available on the Internet and by seeking help from their fellow students, who work alongside them in a large open-plan room full of computers Another student will then be randomly assigned to mark their work The founders claim this method of learning makes up for shortcomings in the traditional education system, which they say encourages students to be passive recipients of knowledge "Peer-to-peer learning develops students with the confidence to search for solutions by themselves, often in quite creative and ingenious ways." Like in computer games, the students are asked to design and they go up a level by completing a project They graduate when they reach level 21, which usually takes three to five years And at the end, there is a certificate but no formal degree Recent graduates are now working at companies including IBM, Amazon, and Tesla, as well as starting their own firms "The feedback we have had from employers is that our graduates are more apt to go off and find out information for themselves, rather than asking their supervisors what to next," says Brittany Bir, chief operating officer of 42 in California and a graduate of its sister school in Paris Ms Bir says 42's graduates will be better able to work with others and discuss and defend their ideas - an important skill in the "real world" of work "This is particularly important in computer programming, where individuals are notorious for lacking certain human skills," she says But could 42's model of teacherless learning work in mainstream universities? Brittany Bir admits 42's methods not suit all students "It suits individuals who are very disciplined and self-motivated, and who are not scared by having the freedom to work at their own pace," she says (Adapted from http://www.bbc.com/news/business-37694248) Question 43: The word "notorious" in paragraph can be best replaced by A respectable B infamous C incompetent D memorable Question 44: According to Ms Bir, 42’s graduates will be able to improve A the skills of software programming B the skills of giving feedback C the skills of searching for information D the skills of teamwork and debating Question 45: Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A The founders of 42 share the idea of providing free service on Facebook B 42’s peer-to-peer approach promotes active learning and working C It normally takes 42’s students at least five years to complete their course D The students of 42 are required to play computer games during their course Question 46: What 42’s graduates receive on completion of their course? A a degree B a project C a certificate D a design Question 47: The author mentions "to design a website or a computer game" in paragraph to illustrate A a help that students at 42 get for their work B a choice of assignment that students at 42 have to complete C a free resource available on the Internet D a job that a French software engineer always does Question 48: The word "them" in paragraph refers to A projects B software engineers C resources D students at 42 Question 49: It can be inferred from the passage that A 42 is a good choice for people of all ages and nationalities B all 42’s graduates are employed by word-leading technology companies C 42 adopts project-based and problem-solving learning methods D 42’s students have to handle the task assigned without any assistance Question 50: According to the passage, 42 is A a type of accommodation B a tool of virtual communication C a kind of school D an innovation in technology SỞ GIÁO DỤC ĐÀO TẠO ĐỀ CHÍNH THỨC (Đề gồm có 04 trang) Mark(s) ÔN THI TỐT NGHIỆP TRUNG HỌC PHỔ THÔNG NĂM HỌC 2016- 2017 MÔN TIẾNG ANH ~ MÃ ĐỀ 126 Thời gian: 60 phút - không tính thời gian giao đề Mã Phách ……… Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions Question 1:A looked B finished C defeated D developed Question 2:A hesitate B reserve C basic D physics Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions Question 3: Basically, everything is the same; however, there may be some minor changes to the schedule A gradual B big C sudden D small Question 4: Sorry, I can’t come to your party I am snowed under with work at the moment A relaxed about B free from C busy with D interested in Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions Question 5: The number of students attending English courses at our university are increasing A are B attending C at D students Question 6: Scuba diving is usually carried out in the ocean in that people can explore the underwater word A is B out C explore D that Question 7: To be successful in an interview, you should control the feeling of pressure and making a good impression on the interviewer A successful B on C control D making Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 08 to 12 The Internet has truly transformed how students their homework .(8) homework today still means spending time in the library, it’s for a different reason Rather than using books for research, students today are (9) to the Internet to download enormous amounts of data available online In the past, students were limited to their school’s (10) of books In many cases, they got to the school library and found out that someone had already taken the books they needed Nowadays, such inconvenience can be avoided since the Internet never runs out of information Students, however, have to (11) sure that the information they find online is true Teachers have also benefited from the homework which is done on the Internet They not need to carry students’ papers around with them any more This is because online (12) allow students to electronically upload their homework for their teachers to read and mark Of course, this also means that students can no longer use the excuse that the dog ate their homework! (Adapted from "Gold Pre-First Exam Maximizer," by H Chilton & L Edwards, 2013, Harlow: Pearson) Question 8:A While B Because C For D But Question 9:A connecting B searching C looking D linking Question 10:A selective B select C selection D selectively Question 11:A make B get C come D Question 12:A materials B structures C sources D systems 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 13 to 19 Whales are the largest animals in the word., and the gentlest creatures we know Although the whale is very huge, it is not hindered at all by its size when it is in the water Whales have tails that end like flippers With just a gentle flick, it can propel itself forward The skin of a whale is so smooth that it does not create any friction that can slow the whale down A whale’s breathing hole is located on the top of its head, so it can breathe without having to completely push its head out of the water Whales are protected from the cold seawater by body fat that is called blubber Whales live in the ocean but, in terms of behaviours, they are more similar to humans than fish They live in family groups and they even travel in groups when they have to migrate from cooler to warmer waters The young stay with their parents for as long as fifteen years Whales are known not to desert the ill or injured members; instead, they cradle them When whales are in danger, there are people who go to great lengths to help them One such case occurred in 1988, when three young whales were trapped in the sea It was close to winter and the sea had begun to freeze over Whales are mammals that require oxygen from the air, so the frozen ice was a great danger to them All they had then was a tiny hole in the ice for them to breathe through Volunteers from all over soon turned up to help these creatures They cut holes in the ice to provide more breathing holes for the whales These holes would also serve as guides for the whales so that they could swim to warmer waters (Adapted from http://www.englishdaily626.com?reading.comprehension) Question 13: Which of the following best describes the main idea of this passage? A Whales as the only animals to live in warm water B Successful attempts to rescue whales all over the word C Some remarkable similarities of whales to humans D Whales as the largest, gentlest but vulnerable creatures Question 14: According to the passage, why was the frozen ice on the sea surface a danger to whales? A Because whales couldn’t breathe without sufficient oxygen B Because they couldn’t eat when the weather was too cold C Because they couldn’t swim in icy cold water D Because the water was too cold for them as they were warm-blooded Question 15: According to paragraph 2, the author mentions all of the following to show that whales "are more similar to humans" EXCEPT A the young stay with their parents for almost fifteen years B they not desert the ill or injured members C they not migrate from cooler to warmer waters D they live in family groups and travel in groups Question 16: Where is the whale’s breathing hole located? A On its head B On its back C On its tail D On its face Question 17: The word "tiny" in paragraph probably means A very ugly B very small C very fat D very deep Question 18: Whales can move easily in water thanks to their A size and head B tail and blubber C skin and head D tail and skin Question 19: The word "they" in paragraph refers to A the whales B warmer waters C holes D guides Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following questions Question 20: The student service centre will try their best to assist students in finding a suitable part-time job A employ B help C make D allow Question 21: My sister is a very diligent student She works very hard at every subject A practical B studious C clever D helpful Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions Question 22:A determine B departure C furniture D endanger Question 23:A deserve B forget C channel D bamboo Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the following questions Question 24: I really believe my letter came as a great surprise to John A John might have been very surprised to receive my letter B John must have been very surprised to receive my letter C John must be very surprised to receive my letter D John might be very surprised to receive my letter Question 25: The candidate was offered the job because of his excellent answers A If it hadn’t been for the candidate’s excellent answers, he couldn’t have got the job B The job was offered to the candidate although he couldn’t answer the questions C Because it was such a good job, the candidate tried to answer the questions excellently D The candidate answered the questions so excellently that he might get the job Question 26: "Why don’t we go out for dinner tonight?" said Jim A Jim suggested going out for dinner that night B Jim denied going out for dinner that night C Jim refused to go out for dinner that night D Jim promised to go out for dinner that night Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following questions Question 27: Our flight was delayed We decided to spend time at the duty-free shops A Although our flight was delayed, we decided to spend time at the duty-free shops B We have been spending time at the duty-free shops since our flight was delayed C As our flight was delayed, we decided to spend time at the duty-free shops D We decided to spend time at the duty-free shops in case our flight was delayed Question 28: I didn’t pay attention to the teacher I failed to understand the lesson A I would have understood the lesson if I had failed to pay attention to the teacher B Unless I failed to understand the lesson, I would pay attention to the teacher C Although I paid attention to the teacher, I failed to understand the lesson D I would have understood the lesson if I had paid attention to the teacher Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges Question 29: Susan accidentally stepped on Denise’s foot ~ Susan: "Oops! I’m sorry, Denise." ~ Denise: " ." A It’s nonsense B You are welcome C It’s alright D You shouldn’t that Question 30: Hana and Jenifer are talking about a book they have just read ~ Hana: "The book is really interesting and educational." ~ Jenifer: " " A Don’t mention it B I’d love it C I couldn’t agree more D That’s nice of you to say so Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions Question 31: For the last 20 years, we significant changes in the word of science and technology A have witnessed B are witnessing C witness D witnessed Question 32: Women in some parts of the word are still struggling for job opportunities to men A legal B suitable C equal D various Question 33: Air pollution is getting serious in big cities in the word A more and more B most and most C the most and the most D the more and the more Question 34: The manager his temper with the employees and shouted at them A lost B kept C had D took Question 35: All nations should hands to work out a plan to solve the problem of global warming A shake B hold C join D lend Question 36: Her fiancé is said from Harvard University five years ago A to be graduated B being graduated C to have graduated D having graduated Question 37: Housewives find it easier to domestic chores thanks to invention of labour-saving devices A an B a C the D some Question 38: They are always of what their children A support B supportively C supporting D supportive Question 39: Terry is a very imaginative boy He always comes interesting ideas A up with B out of C down on D in for Question 40: Garvin is a new computer application to see whether it works A trying out B looking after C turning up D putting on Question 41: Many rare and precious species are now the verge of extinction A by B on C in D from Question 42: Ms Brown asked me in my class A how many students were there B how many students there were C there were how many students D were there how many students 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 43 to 50 It's called 42 - the name taken from the answer to the meaning of life, from the science fiction series The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy 42 was founded by French technology billionaire Xavier Niel, whose backing means there are no tuition fees and accommodation is free Mr Niel and his co-founders come from the world of technology and start-ups, and they are trying to to education what Facebook did to communication and Airbnb to accommodation Students at 42 are given a choice of projects that they might be set in a job as a software engineer - perhaps to design a website or a computer game They complete a project using resources freely available on the Internet and by seeking help from their fellow students, who work alongside them in a large open-plan room full of computers Another student will then be randomly assigned to mark their work The founders claim this method of learning makes up for shortcomings in the traditional education system, which they say encourages students to be passive recipients of knowledge "Peer-to-peer learning develops students with the confidence to search for solutions by themselves, often in quite creative and ingenious ways." Like in computer games, the students are asked to design and they go up a level by completing a project They graduate when they reach level 21, which usually takes three to five years And at the end, there is a certificate but no formal degree Recent graduates are now working at companies including IBM, Amazon, and Tesla, as well as starting their own firms "The feedback we have had from employers is that our graduates are more apt to go off and find out information for themselves, rather than asking their supervisors what to next," says Brittany Bir, chief operating officer of 42 in California and a graduate of its sister school in Paris Ms Bir says 42's graduates will be better able to work with others and discuss and defend their ideas - an important skill in the "real world" of work "This is particularly important in computer programming, where individuals are notorious for lacking certain human skills," she says But could 42's model of teacherless learning work in mainstream universities? Brittany Bir admits 42's methods not suit all students "It suits individuals who are very disciplined and self-motivated, and who are not scared by having the freedom to work at their own pace," she says (Adapted from http://www.bbc.com/news/business-37694248) Question 43: The author mentions "to design a website or a computer game" in paragraph to illustrate A a job that a French software engineer always does B a help that students at 42 get for their work C a choice of assignment that students at 42 have to complete D a free resource available on the Internet Question 44: According to Ms Bir, 42’s graduates will be able to improve A the skills of teamwork and debating B the skills of searching for information C the skills of giving feedback D the skills of software programming Question 45: What 42’s graduates receive on completion of their course? A a certificate B a design C a project D a degree Question 46: It can be inferred from the passage that A 42 is a good choice for people of all ages and nationalities B 42 adopts project-based and problem-solving learning methods C 42’s students have to handle the task assigned without any assistance D all 42’s graduates are employed by word-leading technology companies Question 47: Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A The founders of 42 share the idea of providing free service on Facebook B It normally takes 42’s students at least five years to complete their course C 42’s peer-to-peer approach promotes active learning and working D The students of 42 are required to play computer games during their course Question 48: The word "them" in paragraph refers to A software engineers B students at 42 C projects D resources Question 49: The word "notorious" in paragraph can be best replaced by A incompetent B infamous C memorable D respectable Question 50: According to the passage, 42 is A a tool of virtual communication B a type of accommodation C an innovation in technology D a kind of school SỞ GIÁO DỤC ĐÀO TẠO ĐỀ CHÍNH THỨC (Đề gồm có 04 trang) Mark(s) ÔN THI TỐT NGHIỆP TRUNG HỌC PHỔ THÔNG NĂM HỌC 2016- 2017 MÔN TIẾNG ANH ~ MÃ ĐỀ 375 Thời gian: 60 phút - không tính thời gian giao đề Mã Phách ……… Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the following questions Question 1: "Why don’t we go out for dinner tonight?" said Jim A Jim promised to go out for dinner that night B Jim refused to go out for dinner that night C Jim suggested going out for dinner that night D Jim denied going out for dinner that night Question 2: The candidate was offered the job because of his excellent answers A Because it was such a good job, the candidate tried to answer the questions excellently B The job was offered to the candidate although he couldn’t answer the questions C If it hadn’t been for the candidate’s excellent answers, he couldn’t have got the job D The candidate answered the questions so excellently that he might get the job Question 3: I really believe my letter came as a great surprise to John A John might be very surprised to receive my letter B John must have been very surprised to receive my letter C John must be very surprised to receive my letter D John might have been very surprised to receive my letter Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions Question 4:A deserve B channel C forget D bamboo Question 5:A departure B determine C furniture D endanger Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions Question 6: The number of students attending English courses at our university are increasing A attending B students C at D are Question 7: Scuba diving is usually carried out in the ocean in that people can explore the underwater word A explore B out C that D is Question 8: To be successful in an interview, you should control the feeling of pressure and making a good impression on the interviewer A on B successful C control D making Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 09 to 13 The Internet has truly transformed how students their homework .(9) homework today still means spending time in the library, it’s for a different reason Rather than using books for research, students today are (10) to the Internet to download enormous amounts of data available online In the past, students were limited to their school’s (11) of books In many cases, they got to the school library and found out that someone had already taken the books they needed Nowadays, such inconvenience can be avoided since the Internet never runs out of information Students, however, have to (12) sure that the information they find online is true Teachers have also benefited from the homework which is done on the Internet They not need to carry students’ papers around with them any more This is because online (13) allow students to electronically upload their homework for their teachers to read and mark Of course, this also means that students can no longer use the excuse that the dog ate their homework! (Adapted from "Gold Pre-First Exam Maximizer," by H Chilton & L Edwards, 2013, Harlow: Pearson) Question 9:A But B While C For D Because Question 10:A looking B searching C linking D connecting Question 11:A selection B selective C select D selectively Question 12:A B get C come D make Question 13:A sources B systems C materials D structures Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges Question 14: Susan accidentally stepped on Denise’s foot ~ Susan: "Oops! I’m sorry, Denise." ~ Denise: " ." A You shouldn’t that B You are welcome C It’s nonsense D It’s alright Question 15: Hana and Jenifer are talking about a book they have just read ~ Hana: "The book is really interesting and educational." ~ Jenifer: " " A Don’t mention it B That’s nice of you to say so C I couldn’t agree more D I’d love it Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions Question 16:A finished B developed C looked D defeated Question 17:A reserve B physics C basic D hesitate Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following questions Question 18: The student service centre will try their best to assist students in finding a suitable part-time job A make B help C allow D employ Question 19: My sister is a very diligent student She works very hard at every subject A practical B helpful C clever D studious Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions Question 20: Many rare and precious species are now the verge of extinction A from B on C by D in Question 21: Her fiancé is said from Harvard University five years ago A to have graduated B being graduated C to be graduated D having graduated Question 22: Air pollution is getting serious in big cities in the word A the more and the more B the most and the most C more and more D most and most Question 23: For the last 20 years, we significant changes in the word of science and technology A witness B witnessed C have witnessed D are witnessing Question 24: Housewives find it easier to domestic chores thanks to invention of labour-saving devices A some B the C a D an Question 25: Ms Brown asked me in my class A were there how many students B how many students were there C how many students there were D there were how many students Question 26: Women in some parts of the word are still struggling for job opportunities to men A various B suitable C equal D legal Question 27: All nations should hands to work out a plan to solve the problem of global warming A hold B lend C shake D join Question 28: The manager his temper with the employees and shouted at them A lost B had C kept D took Question 29: Garvin is a new computer application to see whether it works A trying out B putting on C turning up D looking after Question 30: Terry is a very imaginative boy He always comes interesting ideas A in for B out of C down on D up with Question 31: They are always of what their children A supporting B supportively C supportive D support Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following questions Question 32: Our flight was delayed We decided to spend time at the duty-free shops A As our flight was delayed, we decided to spend time at the duty-free shops B We have been spending time at the duty-free shops since our flight was delayed C Although our flight was delayed, we decided to spend time at the duty-free shops D We decided to spend time at the duty-free shops in case our flight was delayed Question 33: I didn’t pay attention to the teacher I failed to understand the lesson A I would have understood the lesson if I had failed to pay attention to the teacher B Although I paid attention to the teacher, I failed to understand the lesson C Unless I failed to understand the lesson, I would pay attention to the teacher D I would have understood the lesson if I had paid attention to the teacher 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 34 to 40 Whales are the largest animals in the word., and the gentlest creatures we know Although the whale is very huge, it is not hindered at all by its size when it is in the water Whales have tails that end like flippers With just a gentle flick, it can propel itself forward The skin of a whale is so smooth that it does not create any friction that can slow the whale down A whale’s breathing hole is located on the top of its head, so it can breathe without having to completely push its head out of the water Whales are protected from the cold seawater by body fat that is called blubber Whales live in the ocean but, in terms of behaviours, they are more similar to humans than fish They live in family groups and they even travel in groups when they have to migrate from cooler to warmer waters The young stay with their parents for as long as fifteen years Whales are known not to desert the ill or injured members; instead, they cradle them When whales are in danger, there are people who go to great lengths to help them One such case occurred in 1988, when three young whales were trapped in the sea It was close to winter and the sea had begun to freeze over Whales are mammals that require oxygen from the air, so the frozen ice was a great danger to them All they had then was a tiny hole in the ice for them to breathe through Volunteers from all over soon turned up to help these creatures They cut holes in the ice to provide more breathing holes for the whales These holes would also serve as guides for the whales so that they could swim to warmer waters (Adapted from http://www.englishdaily626.com?reading.comprehension) Question 34: Which of the following best describes the main idea of this passage? A Successful attempts to rescue whales all over the word B Some remarkable similarities of whales to humans C Whales as the largest, gentlest but vulnerable creatures D Whales as the only animals to live in warm water Question 35: According to paragraph 2, the author mentions all of the following to show that whales "are more similar to humans" EXCEPT A they not migrate from cooler to warmer waters B the young stay with their parents for almost fifteen years C they not desert the ill or injured members D they live in family groups and travel in groups Question 36: The word "tiny" in paragraph probably means A very deep B very small C very fat D very ugly Question 37: The word "they" in paragraph refers to A the whales B guides C holes D warmer waters Question 38: According to the passage, why was the frozen ice on the sea surface a danger to whales? A Because they couldn’t eat when the weather was too cold B Because whales couldn’t breathe without sufficient oxygen C Because the water was too cold for them as they were warm-blooded D Because they couldn’t swim in icy cold water Question 39: Where is the whale’s breathing hole located? A On its back B On its tail C On its head D On its face Question 40: Whales can move easily in water thanks to their A tail and skin B size and head C tail and blubber D skin and head Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions Question 41: Sorry, I can’t come to your party I am snowed under with work at the moment A relaxed about B free from C busy with D interested in Question 42: Basically, everything is the same; however, there may be some minor changes to the schedule A big B small C gradual D sudden 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 43 to 50 It's called 42 - the name taken from the answer to the meaning of life, from the science fiction series The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy 42 was founded by French technology billionaire Xavier Niel, whose backing means there are no tuition fees and accommodation is free Mr Niel and his co-founders come from the world of technology and start-ups, and they are trying to to education what Facebook did to communication and Airbnb to accommodation Students at 42 are given a choice of projects that they might be set in a job as a software engineer - perhaps to design a website or a computer game They complete a project using resources freely available on the Internet and by seeking help from their fellow students, who work alongside them in a large open-plan room full of computers Another student will then be randomly assigned to mark their work The founders claim this method of learning makes up for shortcomings in the traditional education system, which they say encourages students to be passive recipients of knowledge "Peer-to-peer learning develops students with the confidence to search for solutions by themselves, often in quite creative and ingenious ways." Like in computer games, the students are asked to design and they go up a level by completing a project They graduate when they reach level 21, which usually takes three to five years And at the end, there is a certificate but no formal degree Recent graduates are now working at companies including IBM, Amazon, and Tesla, as well as starting their own firms "The feedback we have had from employers is that our graduates are more apt to go off and find out information for themselves, rather than asking their supervisors what to next," says Brittany Bir, chief operating officer of 42 in California and a graduate of its sister school in Paris Ms Bir says 42's graduates will be better able to work with others and discuss and defend their ideas - an important skill in the "real world" of work "This is particularly important in computer programming, where individuals are notorious for lacking certain human skills," she says But could 42's model of teacherless learning work in mainstream universities? Brittany Bir admits 42's methods not suit all students "It suits individuals who are very disciplined and self-motivated, and who are not scared by having the freedom to work at their own pace," she says (Adapted from http://www.bbc.com/news/business-37694248) Question 43: Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A 42’s peer-to-peer approach promotes active learning and working B It normally takes 42’s students at least five years to complete their course C The students of 42 are required to play computer games during their course D The founders of 42 share the idea of providing free service on Facebook Question 44: According to Ms Bir, 42’s graduates will be able to improve A the skills of giving feedback B the skills of searching for information C the skills of software programming D the skills of teamwork and debating Question 45: According to the passage, 42 is A a tool of virtual communication B a type of accommodation C an innovation in technology D a kind of school Question 46: The word "them" in paragraph refers to A projects B resources C students at 42 D software engineers Question 47: What 42’s graduates receive on completion of their course? A a degree B a project C a design D a certificate Question 48: It can be inferred from the passage that A 42’s students have to handle the task assigned without any assistance B 42 is a good choice for people of all ages and nationalities C 42 adopts project-based and problem-solving learning methods D all 42’s graduates are employed by word-leading technology companies Question 49: The author mentions "to design a website or a computer game" in paragraph to illustrate A a job that a French software engineer always does B a help that students at 42 get for their work C a choice of assignment that students at 42 have to complete D a free resource available on the Internet Question 50: The word "notorious" in paragraph can be best replaced by A memorable B infamous C incompetent D respectable SỞ GIÁO DỤC ĐÀO TẠO ĐỀ CHÍNH THỨC (Đề gồm có 04trang) Mark(s) ÔN THI TỐT NGHIỆP TRUNG HỌC PHỔ THÔNG NĂM HỌC 2016- 2017 MÔN TIẾNG ANH ~ MÃ ĐỀ 864 Thời gian: 60 phút - không tính thời gian giao đề Mã Phách ……… Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions Question 1:A defeated B looked C developed D finished Question 2:A basic B reserve C hesitate D physics Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions Question 3:A bamboo B deserve C forget D channel Question 4:A departure B endanger C furniture D determine Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges Question 5: Hana and Jenifer are talking about a book they have just read ~ Hana: "The book is really interesting and educational." ~ Jenifer: " " A I’d love it B That’s nice of you to say so C Don’t mention it D I couldn’t agree more Question 6: Susan accidentally stepped on Denise’s foot ~ Susan: "Oops! I’m sorry, Denise." ~ Denise: " ." A It’s nonsense B It’s alright C You are welcome D You shouldn’t that Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions Question 7: Women in some parts of the word are still struggling for job opportunities to men A legal B equal C various D suitable Question 8: Garvin is a new computer application to see whether it works A turning up B looking after C putting on D trying out Question 9: All nations should hands to work out a plan to solve the problem of global warming A join B shake C hold D lend Question 10: Many rare and precious species are now the verge of extinction A in B from C on D by Question 11: Air pollution is getting serious in big cities in the word A the more and the more B the most and the most C more and more D most and most Question 12: They are always of what their children A supporting B support C supportively D supportive Question 13: The manager his temper with the employees and shouted at them A kept B lost C had D took Question 14: Terry is a very imaginative boy He always comes interesting ideas A out of B up with C down on D in for Question 15: For the last 20 years, we significant changes in the word of science and technology A are witnessing B have witnessed C witness D witnessed Question 16: Housewives find it easier to domestic chores thanks to invention of labour-saving devices A a B an C some D the Question 17: Her fiancé is said from Harvard University five years ago A being graduated B to be graduated C to have graduated D having graduated Question 18: Ms Brown asked me in my class A there were how many students B were there how many students C how many students were there D how many students there were 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 19 to 25 Whales are the largest animals in the word., and the gentlest creatures we know Although the whale is very huge, it is not hindered at all by its size when it is in the water Whales have tails that end like flippers With just a gentle flick, it can propel itself forward The skin of a whale is so smooth that it does not create any friction that can slow the whale down A whale’s breathing hole is located on the top of its head, so it can breathe without having to completely push its head out of the water Whales are protected from the cold seawater by body fat that is called blubber Whales live in the ocean but, in terms of behaviours, they are more similar to humans than fish They live in family groups and they even travel in groups when they have to migrate from cooler to warmer waters The young stay with their parents for as long as fifteen years Whales are known not to desert the ill or injured members; instead, they cradle them When whales are in danger, there are people who go to great lengths to help them One such case occurred in 1988, when three young whales were trapped in the sea It was close to winter and the sea had begun to freeze over Whales are mammals that require oxygen from the air, so the frozen ice was a great danger to them All they had then was a tiny hole in the ice for them to breathe through Volunteers from all over soon turned up to help these creatures They cut holes in the ice to provide more breathing holes for the whales These holes would also serve as guides for the whales so that they could swim to warmer waters (Adapted from http://www.englishdaily626.com?reading.comprehension) Question 19: The word "tiny" in paragraph probably means A very small B very ugly C very fat D very deep Question 20: Where is the whale’s breathing hole located? A On its head B On its back C On its tail D On its face Question 21: The word "they" in paragraph refers to A the whales B guides C warmer waters D holes Question 22: According to the passage, why was the frozen ice on the sea surface a danger to whales? A Because the water was too cold for them as they were warm-blooded B Because they couldn’t eat when the weather was too cold C Because they couldn’t swim in icy cold water D Because whales couldn’t breathe without sufficient oxygen Question 23: Which of the following best describes the main idea of this passage? A Whales as the only animals to live in warm water B Some remarkable similarities of whales to humans C Successful attempts to rescue whales all over the word D Whales as the largest, gentlest but vulnerable creatures Question 24: According to paragraph 2, the author mentions all of the following to show that whales "are more similar to humans" EXCEPT A they live in family groups and travel in groups B they not migrate from cooler to warmer waters C the young stay with their parents for almost fifteen years D they not desert the ill or injured members Question 25: Whales can move easily in water thanks to their A skin and head B tail and skin C tail and blubber D size and head Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following questions Question 26: My sister is a very diligent student She works very hard at every subject A practical B clever C studious D helpful Question 27: The student service centre will try their best to assist students in finding a suitable part-time job A help B make C employ D allow 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 28 to 35 It's called 42 - the name taken from the answer to the meaning of life, from the science fiction series The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy 42 was founded by French technology billionaire Xavier Niel, whose backing means there are no tuition fees and accommodation is free Mr Niel and his co-founders come from the world of technology and start-ups, and they are trying to to education what Facebook did to communication and Airbnb to accommodation Students at 42 are given a choice of projects that they might be set in a job as a software engineer - perhaps to design a website or a computer game They complete a project using resources freely available on the Internet and by seeking help from their fellow students, who work alongside them in a large open-plan room full of computers Another student will then be randomly assigned to mark their work The founders claim this method of learning makes up for shortcomings in the traditional education system, which they say encourages students to be passive recipients of knowledge "Peer-to-peer learning develops students with the confidence to search for solutions by themselves, often in quite creative and ingenious ways." Like in computer games, the students are asked to design and they go up a level by completing a project They graduate when they reach level 21, which usually takes three to five years And at the end, there is a certificate but no formal degree Recent graduates are now working at companies including IBM, Amazon, and Tesla, as well as starting their own firms "The feedback we have had from employers is that our graduates are more apt to go off and find out information for themselves, rather than asking their supervisors what to next," says Brittany Bir, chief operating officer of 42 in California and a graduate of its sister school in Paris Ms Bir says 42's graduates will be better able to work with others and discuss and defend their ideas - an important skill in the "real world" of work "This is particularly important in computer programming, where individuals are notorious for lacking certain human skills," she says But could 42's model of teacherless learning work in mainstream universities? Brittany Bir admits 42's methods not suit all students "It suits individuals who are very disciplined and self-motivated, and who are not scared by having the freedom to work at their own pace," she says (Adapted from http://www.bbc.com/news/business-37694248) Question 28: According to the passage, 42 is A an innovation in technology B a tool of virtual communication C a kind of school D a type of accommodation Question 29: The word "them" in paragraph refers to A resources B software engineers C projects D students at 42 Question 30: Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A It normally takes 42’s students at least five years to complete their course B The founders of 42 share the idea of providing free service on Facebook C The students of 42 are required to play computer games during their course D 42’s peer-to-peer approach promotes active learning and working Question 31: The author mentions "to design a website or a computer game" in paragraph to illustrate A a free resource available on the Internet B a choice of assignment that students at 42 have to complete C a job that a French software engineer always does D a help that students at 42 get for their work Question 32: It can be inferred from the passage that A 42 adopts project-based and problem-solving learning methods B 42’s students have to handle the task assigned without any assistance C all 42’s graduates are employed by word-leading technology companies D 42 is a good choice for people of all ages and nationalities Question 33: According to Ms Bir, 42’s graduates will be able to improve A the skills of teamwork and debating B the skills of giving feedback C the skills of searching for information D the skills of software programming Question 34: What 42’s graduates receive on completion of their course? A a project B a certificate C a design D a degree Question 35: The word "notorious" in paragraph can be best replaced by A memorable B incompetent C infamous D respectable Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 36 to 40 The Internet has truly transformed how students their homework .(36) homework today still means spending time in the library, it’s for a different reason Rather than using books for research, students today are (37) to the Internet to download enormous amounts of data available online In the past, students were limited to their school’s (38) of books In many cases, they got to the school library and found out that someone had already taken the books they needed Nowadays, such inconvenience can be avoided since the Internet never runs out of information Students, however, have to (39) sure that the information they find online is true Teachers have also benefited from the homework which is done on the Internet They not need to carry students’ papers around with them any more This is because online (40) allow students to electronically upload their homework for their teachers to read and mark Of course, this also means that students can no longer use the excuse that the dog ate their homework! (Adapted from "Gold Pre-First Exam Maximizer," by H Chilton & L Edwards, 2013, Harlow: Pearson) Question 36:A Because B But C For D While Question 37:A searching B linking C looking D connecting Question 38:A select B selection C selectively D selective Question 39:A make B C come D get Question 40:A sources B systems C structures D materials Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following questions Question 41: I didn’t pay attention to the teacher I failed to understand the lesson A Unless I failed to understand the lesson, I would pay attention to the teacher B Although I paid attention to the teacher, I failed to understand the lesson C I would have understood the lesson if I had paid attention to the teacher D I would have understood the lesson if I had failed to pay attention to the teacher Question 42: Our flight was delayed We decided to spend time at the duty-free shops A As our flight was delayed, we decided to spend time at the duty-free shops B Although our flight was delayed, we decided to spend time at the duty-free shops C We decided to spend time at the duty-free shops in case our flight was delayed D We have been spending time at the duty-free shops since our flight was delayed Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions Question 43: The number of students attending English courses at our university are increasing A are B at C attending D students Question 44: Scuba diving is usually carried out in the ocean in that people can explore the underwater word A that B explore C is D out Question 45: To be successful in an interview, you should control the feeling of pressure and making a good impression on the interviewer A making B control C on D successful Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions Question 46: Basically, everything is the same; however, there may be some minor changes to the schedule A sudden B small C big D gradual Question 47: Sorry, I can’t come to your party I am snowed under with work at the moment A free from B busy with C relaxed about D interested in Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the following questions Question 48: The candidate was offered the job because of his excellent answers A The candidate answered the questions so excellently that he might get the job B If it hadn’t been for the candidate’s excellent answers, he couldn’t have got the job C The job was offered to the candidate although he couldn’t answer the questions D Because it was such a good job, the candidate tried to answer the questions excellently Question 49: "Why don’t we go out for dinner tonight?" said Jim A Jim refused to go out for dinner that night B Jim suggested going out for dinner that night C Jim promised to go out for dinner that night D Jim denied going out for dinner that night Question 50: I really believe my letter came as a great surprise to John A John might be very surprised to receive my letter B John might have been very surprised to receive my letter C John must be very surprised to receive my letter D John must have been very surprised to receive my letter C ấn Chín T h rư ng ... http://www.englishdaily626.com?reading.comprehension) Question 36: Where is the whale’s breathing hole located? 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