SỞ GIÁO DỤC & ĐÀO TẠO NGHỆ AN KỲ THI THPT QUỐC GIA NĂM 2017 LẦN TRƯỜNG THPT LÊ LỢI Bài thi: Môn: Tiếng Anh ĐỀ THI THỬ NGHIỆM Thời gian làm bài: 50 phút, không kể thời gian phát đề (Đề thi có 05 trang) Mã đề thi 009 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 01.A integration B international C immigration D operation Question 02.A surprised B relaxed C stopped D kissed Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions Question 03 Your failure is the consequence of not studying hard enough for the test A cause B motive C status D result Question 04 This is the instance where big, obvious non-verbal signals are appropriate A attention B place C matter D situation 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 Question05 John needs to see the doctor His cough is terrible A John, whom cough is terrible, needs to see the doctor B John, that cough is terrible, needs to see the doctor C John, whose cough is terrible, needs to see the doctor D John, who cough is terrible, needs to see the doctor Question 06 Vietnam exports a lot of rice It is grown mainly in the south of the country A Vietnam, which is grown mainly in the south of the country, exports a lot of rice B Vietnam exports a lot of rice grown mainly in the south of the country C Vietnam exports a lot of rice which grown mainly in the south of the country D Vietnam exports a lot of rice, that is mainly grown in the south of the country 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 07 In spite of all our efforts, we failed in the final match A Although we tried very hard, we failed in the final match B We made all our efforts so that we could again success in the final match C We failed in the final match as a result of all our great efforts D Whatever efforts we had made, we weren’t able to win in the final match Question 08 She was so busy that she couldn’t answer the phone A She was very busy so that she couldn’t answer the phone B She was too busy to answer the phone C She was very busy that she couldn’t answer the phone D She was too busy not to answer the phone Question 09 The teacher did not let his students leave school until p.m A B C D It was not until p.m that the teacher let his students leave school Both the teacher and his students had to leave school before p.m All the students were allowed to leave school until p.m It was at p.m that the teacher and his students were made to leave school 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 10 - Nam: “You're a great dancer I wish I could half as well as you.” - Duy: “ _ I'm an awful dancer!“ A You've got to be kidding! B You're too kind C That's a nice compliment! D Oh, thank you very much Question 11 - Nam: “I wonder if you could help me” - Kien: “ _“ A Really ? How nice B Don’t mention it C I’ll my best What’s up ? D No, what is 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 12 to 16 ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS Earth is the only place we know of in the universe that can support human life (12) _ human activities are making the planet less fit to live on As the western world carries on consuming two-thirds of the world's resources while half of the world's population so just to stay (13) _ we are rapidly destroying the only resource we have by which all people can survive and prosper Everywhere fertile soil is either built on or washed into the sea Renewable resources are exploited so much that they will never be able to recover (14) _ We discharge pollutants into the atmosphere without any thought of the consequences As a result ,the planet's ability to support people is being reduced at the very time when rising human numbers and consumption are making increasingly heavy demands on it The Earth's (15) _ resources are there for us to use We need food, water, air, energy, medicines, warmth, shelter and minerals to keep us fed, comfortable, healthy and active If we are sensible in how we use the resources they will last indefinitely But if we use them wastefully and excessively they will soon (16) _ and everyone will suffer Question 12.A Although B Still C Yet D Despite Question 13.A live B survival C existent D alive Question 14.A completely B quite C greatly D utterly Question 15.A real B living C genuine D natural Question 16.A run out B run away C run off D run up 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 Question17 The boy denied breaking the window of the neighbor’s house A admitted B agreed C refused D regretted Question18 I found a job at a local hospital after I had graduated from Hai Phong Medicine College A out of practice B out of fashion C out of order D out of work 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 26 May 7, 1840 , was the birthday of one of the most famous Russian composers of the nineteenth century : Peter Illich Tchaikovsky The son of a mining inspector , Tchaikovsky studied music as a child and later studied composition at the St Petersburg Conservatory His greatest period of productivity occurred between 1876 and 1890 , during which time he enjoyed the patronage of Madame Von Meck , a woman he never met , who gave him a living stipend of about 1,000 a year Madame Von Meck later terminated her friendship with Tchaikovsky , as well as his living allowance, when she herself was facing financial difficulties It was during the time of Madame Von Meck’ s patronage , however, that Tchaikovsky created the music for which he is most famous , including the music for the ballets of Swan Lake and The Sleeping Beauty Tchaikovsky’s music , well known for its rich melodic and sometimes melancholy passages , was one of the first that brought serious dramatic music to dance Before this , little attention had been given to the music behind the dance Tchaikovsky died on November 6, 1893 , ostensibly of cholera, although there are now some scholars who argue that he committed suicide Question 19 According to the passage, Tchaikovsky’s father was most probably a A soldier B musician C composer D supervisor Question 20 According to the passage, Swan lake and The Sleeping Beauty are A songs B dances C plays D operas Question 21 Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage? A Tchaikovsky’s music B Tchaikovsky’s school C Tchaikovsky’s death D Tchaikovsky’s wife Question 22 What is the passage primarily about? A The cause of Tchaikovsky’s death B Tchaikovsky’s relationship with his father C The life and music of Tchaikovsky D The development of Tchaikovsky’s music Question 23 The word “which” in the passage refers to A Madame von Meck’s patronage B Tchaikovsky’s living allowance C Tchaikovsky’s music D the ballet Swan Lake Question24 The phrase “enjoyed the patronage of ” probably mean A was financially dependent on B received advice from C liked the company of D was mentally attached to Question 25 The word “terminated” in the passage is closest in meaning to which of the following? A strengthened B ended C started D continued Question 26 According to the passage , all of the following are true about Madame von Meck EXCEPT A She had trouble with money B She was a generous woman C She never saw Tchaikovsky in person D She liked Tchaikovsky’s music 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 27.A impression B vacancy C experience D remember Question 28.A effective B kangaroo C informal D dependent 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 29 There must be something wrong with him because he looks rather tiredly A B C D Question 30 It wasn’t until I graduated from university that I didn’t realize the value of good education A B C D Question 31 Last week Mark told me that he got very bored with his present job and is looking for a new one A B C D Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions Question 32 Had I not stayed up late last night, I _ tired now A won’t be B wouldn’t have been C can’t be D wouldn’t be Question 33 This present will be given to _ can answer the last question A who B whom C whomever D whoever Question 34 Claire wanted to know what time _ A the banks closed B the banks would close C did the banks close D the banks close Question 35 No sooner _ the soldiers leaped into the water A the ship had touched the shore then B the ship touched the shore than C had the ship touched the shore than D had the ship touched the shore when Question 36 They _ my application because I didn’t know Japanese A turned on B turned into C turned up D turned down Question 37 Volunteers spend a lot of time _ the elderly in their neighborhood to settle their lives A helped B to help C help D on helping Question 38 He can't go out because he _ his work A doesn't finish B hasn't finished C hadn't finished D didn't finish Question 39 I told you _ the computer, didn’t I ? A switch off B don’t switch off C to switch off D not switch off Question 40 Neil Armstrong, the first person on the moon, reported that the surface was fine and powdery A to set foot B setting foot C set foot D that set foot Question 41 I can’t recall _ that old movie, but maybe I did many years ago A having seen B having been seen C to see D to have seen Question 42 _ his physical handicap, he has become a successful businessman A In spite B Although C Because D Despite Question 43 I saw him hiding something in a _ bag A small plastic black B small black plastic C black small plastic D plastic small black 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 44 to 50 Since the world became industrialized, the number of animal species that have either become extinct or have neared extinction has increased Bengal tigers, for instance, which once roamed the jungles in vast numbers, now number only about 2,300 By the year 2025, it is estimated that they will become extinct What is alarming about the case of the Bengal tiger is that this extinction will have been caused almost entirely by poachers who, according to some sources, are not always interested in material gain but in personal gratification This is an example of the callousness that is contributing to the problem of extinction Animals such as the Bengal tiger, as well as other endangered species, are valuable parts of the world’s ecosystem International laws protecting these animals must be enacted to ensure their survival - and the survival of our planet Countries around the world have begun to deal with the problem in various ways Some countries, in an effort to circumvent the problem, have allocated large amounts of land to animals reserves They then charge admission prices to help defray the costs of maintaining the parks, and they often must also depend on world organizations for support This money enables them to invest in equipment and patrols to protect the animals Another response to the increase in animal extinction is an international boycott of products made from endangered species This has had some effect, but by itself it will not prevent animals from being hunted and killed Question 44 What is the main topic of the passage? A The Bengal tiger B Endangered species C International boycotts D Problems with industrialization Question 45 What does the term “international boycott” refer to? A A refusal to buy animal products worldwide B Buying and selling of animal products overseas C Defraying the cost of maintaining national parks D A global increase in animal survival Question 46 Which of the following could best replace the word “allocated”? A set aside B organized C combined D taken Question 47 What does the word “this” refer to in the passage? A Interest in material gain B The decrease in the Bengal tiger population C Killing animals for personal satisfaction D Bengal tiger Question 48 The word “callousness” could be best replaced by which of the following? A insensitivity B incompetence C independence D indirectness Question 49 The previous passage is divided into two paragraphs in order to contrast _ A A comparison and a contrast B A problem and a solution C Specific and general information D A statement and an illustration Question 50 The word “poachers” could be best replaced by which of the following? A Trained hunters B Concerned scientists C Illegal hunters D Enterprising researchers _THE END SỞ GIÁO DỤC & ĐÀO TẠO NGHỆ AN KỲ THI THPT QUỐC GIA NĂM 2017 LẦN TRƯỜNG THPT LÊ LỢI Bài thi: Môn: Tiếng Anh ĐỀ THI THỬ NGHIỆM Thời gian làm bài: 50 phút, không kể thời gian phát đề (Đề thi có 05 trang) Mã đề thi 010 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 01.A experience B remember C impression D vacancy Question 02.A dependent B kangaroo C effective D informal 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 03.A relaxed B surprised C kissed D stopped Question 04.A operation B immigration C international D integration 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 05 It wasn’t until I graduated from university that I didn’t realize the value of good education A B C D Question 06 Last week Mark told me that he got very bored with his present job and is looking for a new one A B C D Question 07 There must be something wrong with him because he looks rather tiredly A B C D 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 08 to 15 May 7, 1840 , was the birthday of one of the most famous Russian composers of the nineteenth century : Peter Illich Tchaikovsky The son of a mining inspector , Tchaikovsky studied music as a child and later studied composition at the St Petersburg Conservatory His greatest period of productivity occurred between 1876 and 1890 , during which time he enjoyed the patronage of Madame Von Meck , a woman he never met , who gave him a living stipend of about 1,000 a year Madame Von Meck later terminated her friendship with Tchaikovsky , as well as his living allowance, when she herself was facing financial difficulties It was during the time of Madame Von Meck’ s patronage , however, that Tchaikovsky created the music for which he is most famous , including the music for the ballets of Swan Lake and The Sleeping Beauty Tchaikovsky’s music , well known for its rich melodic and sometimes melancholy passages , was one of the first that brought serious dramatic music to dance Before this , little attention had been given to the music behind the dance Tchaikovsky died on November 6, 1893 , ostensibly of cholera, although there are now some scholars who argue that he committed suicide Question 08 The word “which” in the passage refers to A Tchaikovsky’s living allowance B Madame von Meck’s patronage C the ballet Swan Lake D Tchaikovsky’s music Question 09 The word “terminated” in the passage is closest in meaning to which of the following? A ended B strengthened C continued D started Question 10 According to the passage , all of the following are true about Madame von Meck EXCEPT A She never saw Tchaikovsky in person B She liked Tchaikovsky’s music C She had trouble with money D She was a generous woman Question 11 Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage? A Tchaikovsky’s death B Tchaikovsky’s school C Tchaikovsky’s music D Tchaikovsky’s wife Question 12 According to the passage, Tchaikovsky’s father was most probably a A soldier B supervisor C composer D musician Question 13 The phrase “enjoyed the patronage of ” probably mean A was mentally attached to B liked the company of C was financially dependent on D received advice from Question 14 What is the passage primarily about? A The development of Tchaikovsky’s music B Tchaikovsky’s relationship with his father C The cause of Tchaikovsky’s death D The life and music of Tchaikovsky Question 15 According to the passage, Swan lake and The Sleeping Beauty are A plays B songs C operas D dances 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 16 - Nam: “I wonder if you could help me” - Kien: “ _“ A Really ? How nice B Don’t mention it C No, what is it ? D I’ll my best What’s up ? Question 17 - Nam: “You're a great dancer I wish I could half as well as you.” - Duy: “ _ I'm an awful dancer!“ A You've got to be kidding! B That's a nice compliment! C You're too kind D Oh, thank you very much 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 18 I found a job at a local hospital after I had graduated from Hai Phong Medicine College A out of order B out of fashion C out of practice D out of work Question 19 The boy denied breaking the window of the neighbor’s house A regretted B admitted C refused D agreed 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 Claire wanted to know what time _ A the banks close B the banks closed C the banks would close D did the banks close Question 21 He can't go out because he _ his work A hasn't finished B hadn't finished C didn't finish D doesn't finish Question 22 This present will be given to _ can answer the last question A whomever B whom C whoever D who Question 23 Had I not stayed up late last night, I _ tired now A wouldn’t be B won’t be C wouldn’t have been D can’t be Question 24 I saw him hiding something in a _ bag A small plastic black B plastic small black C black small plastic D small black plastic Question 25 No sooner _ the soldiers leaped into the water A the ship had touched the shore then B had the ship touched the shore than C had the ship touched the shore when D the ship touched the shore than Question 26 I told you _ the computer, didn’t I ? A don’t switch off B not switch off C switch off D to switch off Question 27 They _ my application because I didn’t know Japanese A turned on B turned up C turned into D turned down Question 28 Volunteers spend a lot of time _ the elderly in their neighborhood to settle their lives A help B on helping C helped D to help Question 29 I can’t recall _ that old movie, but maybe I did many years ago A to have seen B to see C having seen D having been seen Question 30 _ his physical handicap, he has become a successful businessman A Although B In spite C Despite D Because Question 31 Neil Armstrong, the first person on the moon, reported that the surface was fine and powdery A that set foot B setting foot C to set foot D set foot 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 32 In spite of all our efforts, we failed in the final match A Whatever efforts we had made, we weren’t able to win in the final match B We failed in the final match as a result of all our great efforts C Although we tried very hard, we failed in the final match D We made all our efforts so that we could again success in the final match Question 33 She was so busy that she couldn’t answer the phone A She was too busy to answer the phone B She was very busy so that she couldn’t answer the phone C She was too busy not to answer the phone D She was very busy that she couldn’t answer the phone Question 34 The teacher did not let his students leave school until p.m A Both the teacher and his students had to leave school before p.m B It was at p.m that the teacher and his students were made to leave school C All the students were allowed to leave school until p.m D It was not until p.m that the teacher let his students leave school 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 35 Vietnam exports a lot of rice It is grown mainly in the south of the country A Vietnam exports a lot of rice, that is mainly grown in the south of the country B Vietnam exports a lot of rice which grown mainly in the south of the country C Vietnam exports a lot of rice grown mainly in the south of the country D Vietnam, which is grown mainly in the south of the country, exports a lot of rice Question 36 John needs to see the doctor His cough is terrible A John, whose cough is terrible, needs to see the doctor B John, whom cough is terrible, needs to see the doctor C John, who cough is terrible, needs to see the doctor D John, that cough is terrible, needs to see the doctor 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 37 to 41 ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS Earth is the only place we know of in the universe that can support human life (37) _ human activities are making the planet less fit to live on As the western world carries on consuming two-thirds of the world's resources while half of the world's population so just to stay (38) _ we are rapidly destroying the only resource we have by which all people can survive and prosper Everywhere fertile soil is either built on or washed into the sea Renewable resources are exploited so much that they will never be able to recover (39) _ We discharge pollutants into the atmosphere without any thought of the consequences As a result ,the planet's ability to support people is being reduced at the very time when rising human numbers and consumption are making increasingly heavy demands on it The Earth's (40) _ resources are there for us to use We need food, water, air, energy, medicines, warmth, shelter and minerals to keep us fed, comfortable, healthy and active If we are sensible in how we use the resources they will last indefinitely But if we use them wastefully and excessively they will soon (41) _ and everyone will suffer Question 37.A Despite B Still C Yet D Although Question 38.A survival B existent C alive D live Question 39.A completely B quite C utterly D greatly Question 40.A genuine B living C natural D real Question 41.A run away B run out C run up D run off Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions Question 42 This is the instance where big, obvious non-verbal signals are appropriate A matter B situation C attention D place Question 43 Your failure is the consequence of not studying hard enough for the test A motive B result C status D cause 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 44 to 50 Since the world became industrialized, the number of animal species that have either become extinct or have neared extinction has increased Bengal tigers, for instance, which once roamed the jungles in vast numbers, now number only about 2,300 By the year 2025, it is estimated that they will become extinct What is alarming about the case of the Bengal tiger is that this extinction will have been caused almost entirely by poachers who, according to some sources, are not always interested in material gain but in personal gratification This is an example of the callousness that is contributing to the problem of extinction Animals such as the Bengal tiger, as well as other endangered species, are valuable parts of the world’s ecosystem International laws protecting these animals must be enacted to ensure their survival - and the survival of our planet Countries around the world have begun to deal with the problem in various ways Some countries, in an effort to circumvent the problem, have allocated large amounts of land to animals reserves They then charge admission prices to help defray the costs of maintaining the parks, and they often must also depend on world organizations for support This money enables them to invest in equipment and patrols to protect the animals Another response to the increase in animal extinction is an international boycott of products made from endangered species This has had some effect, but by itself it will not prevent animals from being hunted and killed Question 44 What does the word “this” refer to in the passage? A Interest in material gain B The decrease in the Bengal tiger population C Bengal tiger D Killing animals for personal satisfaction Question 45 What is the main topic of the passage? A Problems with industrialization B The Bengal tiger C Endangered species D International boycotts Question 46 The word “poachers” could be best replaced by which of the following? A Illegal hunters B Enterprising researchers C Trained hunters D Concerned scientists Question 47 The previous passage is divided into two paragraphs in order to contrast _ A A problem and a solution B A comparison and a contrast C Specific and general information D A statement and an illustration Question 48 What does the term “international boycott” refer to? A A refusal to buy animal products worldwide B A global increase in animal survival C Buying and selling of animal products overseas D Defraying the cost of maintaining national parks Question 49 The word “callousness” could be best replaced by which of the following? A independence B incompetence C insensitivity D indirectness Question 50 Which of the following could best replace the word “allocated”? A set aside B taken C combined D Organized _THE END SỞ GIÁO DỤC & ĐÀO TẠO NGHỆ AN KỲ THI THPT QUỐC GIA NĂM 2017 LẦN TRƯỜNG THPT LÊ LỢI Bài thi: Môn: Tiếng Anh ĐỀ THI THỬ NGHIỆM Thời gian làm bài: 50 phút, không kể thời gian phát đề (Đề thi có 05 trang) Mã đề thi 014 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 01 I found a job at a local hospital after I had graduated from Hai Phong Medicine College A out of practice B out of fashion C out of order D out of work Question 02 The boy denied breaking the window of the neighbor’s house A agreed B regretted C admitted D refused 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 03.A impression B vacancy C experience D remember Question 04.A effective B kangaroo C informal D dependent 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 05 It wasn’t until I graduated from university that I didn’t realize the value of good education A B C D Question 06 Last week Mark told me that he got very bored with his present job and is looking for a new one A B C D Question 07 There must be something wrong with him because he looks rather tiredly A B C D 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 08 Vietnam exports a lot of rice It is grown mainly in the south of the country A Vietnam exports a lot of rice, that is mainly grown in the south of the country B Vietnam exports a lot of rice grown mainly in the south of the country C Vietnam exports a lot of rice which grown mainly in the south of the country D Vietnam, which is grown mainly in the south of the country, exports a lot of rice Question 09 John needs to see the doctor His cough is terrible A John, who cough is terrible, needs to see the doctor B John, whose cough is terrible, needs to see the doctor C John, whom cough is terrible, needs to see the doctor D John, that cough is terrible, needs to see the doctor Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions Question 10 This is the instance where big, obvious non-verbal signals are appropriate A attention B place C situation D matter Question 11 Your failure is the consequence of not studying hard enough for the test A motive B status C cause D result 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 12 to 19 May 7, 1840 , was the birthday of one of the most famous Russian composers of the nineteenth century : Peter Illich Tchaikovsky The son of a mining inspector , Tchaikovsky studied music as a child and later studied composition at the St Petersburg Conservatory His greatest period of productivity occurred between 1876 and 1890 , during which time he enjoyed the patronage of Madame Von Meck , a woman he never met , who gave him a living stipend of about 1,000 a year Madame Von Meck later terminated her friendship with Tchaikovsky , as well as his living allowance, when she herself was facing financial difficulties It was during the time of Madame Von Meck’ s patronage , however, that Tchaikovsky created the music for which he is most famous , including the music for the ballets of Swan Lake and The Sleeping Beauty Tchaikovsky’s music , well known for its rich melodic and sometimes melancholy passages , was one of the first that brought serious dramatic music to dance Before this , little attention had been given to the music behind the dance Tchaikovsky died on November 6, 1893 , ostensibly of cholera, although there are now some scholars who argue that he committed suicide Question 12 The phrase “enjoyed the patronage of ” probably mean A liked the company of B was mentally attached to C was financially dependent on D received advice from Question 13 According to the passage, Tchaikovsky’s father was most probably a A composer B musician C supervisor D soldier Question 14 According to the passage, Swan lake and The Sleeping Beauty are A songs B dances C operas D plays Question 15 According to the passage, all of the following are true about Madame von Meck EXCEPT A She was a generous woman B She never saw Tchaikovsky in person C She liked Tchaikovsky’s music D She had trouble with money Question 16 Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage? A Tchaikovsky’s death B Tchaikovsky’s music C Tchaikovsky’s wife D Tchaikovsky’s school Question 17 What is the passage primarily about? A The development of Tchaikovsky’s music B The cause of Tchaikovsky’s death C The life and music of Tchaikovsky D Tchaikovsky’s relationship with his father Question 18 The word “which” in the passage refers to A Tchaikovsky’s living allowance B Tchaikovsky’s music C the ballet Swan Lake D Madame von Meck’s patronage Question 19 The word “terminated” in the passage is closest in meaning to which of the following? A continued B started C strengthened D ended 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 - Nam: “You're a great dancer I wish I could half as well as you.” - Duy: “ _ I'm an awful dancer!“ A You're too kind B That's a nice compliment! C You've got to be kidding! D Oh, thank you very much Question 21 - Nam: “I wonder if you could help me” - Kien: “ _“ A Really ? How nice B Don’t mention it C No, what is it ? D I’ll my best What’s up ? 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 22 She was so busy that she couldn’t answer the phone A She was too busy not to answer the phone B She was very busy so that she couldn’t answer the phone C She was very busy that she couldn’t answer the phone D She was too busy to answer the phone Question 23 In spite of all our efforts, we failed in the final match A Although we tried very hard, we failed in the final match B Whatever efforts we had made, we weren’t able to win in the final match C We failed in the final match as a result of all our great efforts D We made all our efforts so that we could again success in the final match Question 24 The teacher did not let his students leave school until p.m A It was not until p.m that the teacher let his students leave school B It was at p.m that the teacher and his students were made to leave school C All the students were allowed to leave school until p.m D Both the teacher and his students had to leave school before p.m Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions Question 25 Had I not stayed up late last night, I _ tired now A can’t be B wouldn’t be C won’t be D wouldn’t have been Question 26 They _ my application because I didn’t know Japanese A turned down B turned up C turned into D turned on Question 27 No sooner _ the soldiers leaped into the water A the ship had touched the shore then B had the ship touched the shore when C had the ship touched the shore than D the ship touched the shore than Question 28 I can’t recall _ that old movie, but maybe I did many years ago A to have seen B having seen C having been seen D to see Question 29 This present will be given to _ can answer the last question A whoever B who C whom D whomever Question 30 I saw him hiding something in a _ bag A black small plastic B small black plastic C small plastic black D plastic small black Question 31 _ his physical handicap, he has become a successful businessman A Although B Despite C In spite D Because Question 32 Claire wanted to know what time _ A the banks closed B the banks would close C the banks close D did the banks close Question 33 I told you _ the computer, didn’t I ? A not switch off B switch off C don’t switch off D to switch off Question 34 Volunteers spend a lot of time _ the elderly in their neighborhood to settle their lives A to help B help C helped D on helping Question 35 He can't go out because he _ his work A hasn't finished B didn't finish C hadn't finished D doesn't finish Question 36 Neil Armstrong, the first person on the moon, reported that the surface was fine and powdery A to set foot B setting foot C that set foot D set foot 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 37 to 41 ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS Earth is the only place we know of in the universe that can support human life (37) _ human activities are making the planet less fit to live on As the western world carries on consuming two-thirds of the world's resources while half of the world's population so just to stay (38) _ we are rapidly destroying the only resource we have by which all people can survive and prosper Everywhere fertile soil is either built on or washed into the sea Renewable resources are exploited so much that they will never be able to recover (39) _ We discharge pollutants into the atmosphere without any thought of the consequences As a result ,the planet's ability to support people is being reduced at the very time when rising human numbers and consumption are making increasingly heavy demands on it The Earth's (40) _ resources are there for us to use We need food, water, air, energy, medicines, warmth, shelter and minerals to keep us fed, comfortable, healthy and active If we are sensible in how we use the resources they will last indefinitely But if we use them wastefully and excessively they will soon (41) _ and everyone will suffer Question 37.A Despite B Still C Yet D Although Question 38.A live B existent C survival D alive Question 39.A completely B greatly C quite D utterly Question 40.A natural B living C real D genuine Question 41.A run out B run away C run up D run off 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 42.A surprised B kissed C relaxed D stopped Question 43.A integration B international C immigration D operation 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 44 to 50 Since the world became industrialized, the number of animal species that have either become extinct or have neared extinction has increased Bengal tigers, for instance, which once roamed the jungles in vast numbers, now number only about 2,300 By the year 2025, it is estimated that they will become extinct What is alarming about the case of the Bengal tiger is that this extinction will have been caused almost entirely by poachers who, according to some sources, are not always interested in material gain but in personal gratification This is an example of the callousness that is contributing to the problem of extinction Animals such as the Bengal tiger, as well as other endangered species, are valuable parts of the world’s ecosystem International laws protecting these animals must be enacted to ensure their survival - and the survival of our planet Countries around the world have begun to deal with the problem in various ways Some countries, in an effort to circumvent the problem, have allocated large amounts of land to animals reserves They then charge admission prices to help defray the costs of maintaining the parks, and they often must also depend on world organizations for support This money enables them to invest in equipment and patrols to protect the animals Another response to the increase in animal extinction is an international boycott of products made from endangered species This has had some effect, but by itself it will not prevent animals from being hunted and killed Question 44 The word “poachers” could be best replaced by which of the following? A Illegal hunters B Trained hunters C Concerned scientists D Enterprising researchers Question 45 Which of the following could best replace the word “allocated”? A combined B organized C taken D set aside Question 46 What does the word “this” refer to in the passage? A Killing animals for personal satisfaction B Interest in material gain C Bengal tiger D The decrease in the Bengal tiger population Question 47 What does the term “international boycott” refer to? A A global increase in animal survival B A refusal to buy animal products worldwide C Buying and selling of animal products overseas D Defraying the cost of maintaining national parks Question 48 What is the main topic of the passage? A The Bengal tiger B International boycotts C Endangered species D Problems with industrialization Question 49 The previous passage is divided into two paragraphs in order to contrast _ A A comparison and a contrast B A statement and an illustration C A problem and a solution D Specific and general information Question 50 The word “callousness” could be best replaced by which of the following? A indirectness B incompetence C independence D Insensitivity _THE END SỞ GIÁO DỤC & ĐÀO TẠO NGHỆ AN KỲ THI THPT QUỐC GIA NĂM 2017 LẦN TRƯỜNG THPT LÊ LỢI ĐỀ THI THỬ NGHIỆM (Đề thi có 05 trang) Bài thi: Môn: Tiếng Anh Thời gian làm bài: 50 phút, không kể thời gian phát đề Mã đề thi 015 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 01.A international B integration C immigration D operation Question 02.A kissed B stopped C surprised D relaxed 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 03 John needs to see the doctor His cough is terrible A John, that cough is terrible, needs to see the doctor B John, who cough is terrible, needs to see the doctor C John, whose cough is terrible, needs to see the doctor D John, whom cough is terrible, needs to see the doctor Question 04 Vietnam exports a lot of rice It is grown mainly in the south of the country A Vietnam exports a lot of rice grown mainly in the south of the country B Vietnam exports a lot of rice, that is mainly grown in the south of the country C Vietnam exports a lot of rice which grown mainly in the south of the country D Vietnam, which is grown mainly in the south of the country, exports a lot of rice 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 05 There must be something wrong with him because he looks rather tiredly A B C D Question 06 Last week Mark told me that he got very bored with his present job and is looking for a new one A B C D Question 07 It wasn’t until I graduated from university that I didn’t realize the value of good education A B C D Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions Question 08 Volunteers spend a lot of time _ the elderly in their neighborhood to settle their lives A helped B on helping C help D to help Question 09 Claire wanted to know what time _ A the banks would close B the banks closed C the banks close D did the banks close Question 10 Had I not stayed up late last night, I _ tired now A wouldn’t be B can’t be C won’t be D wouldn’t have been Question 11 I can’t recall _ that old movie, but maybe I did many years ago A to have seen B having been seen C having seen D to see Question 12 This present will be given to _ can answer the last question A whoever B whom C who D whomever Question 13 They _ my application because I didn’t know Japanese A turned on B turned up C turned into D turned down Question 14 No sooner _ the soldiers leaped into the water A had the ship touched the shore than B the ship touched the shore than C had the ship touched the shore when D the ship had touched the shore then Question 15 I told you _ the computer, didn’t I ? A switch off B not switch off C to switch off D don’t switch off Question 16 _ his physical handicap, he has become a successful businessman A Although B Because C In spite D Despite Question 17 Neil Armstrong, the first person on the moon, reported that the surface was fine and powdery A set foot B setting foot C that set foot D to set foot Question 18 He can't go out because he _ his work A hasn't finished B doesn't finish C hadn't finished D didn't finish Question 19 I saw him hiding something in a _ bag A plastic small black B black small plastic C small plastic black D small black plastic Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions Question 20 Your failure is the consequence of not studying hard enough for the test A result B status C cause D motive Question 21 This is the instance where big, obvious non-verbal signals are appropriate A place B matter C situation D attention 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 22 - Nam: “I wonder if you could help me” - Kien: “ _“ A Really ? How nice B I’ll my best What’s up ? C No, what is it ? D Don’t mention it Question 23 - Nam: “You're a great dancer I wish I could half as well as you.” - Duy: “ _ I'm an awful dancer!“ A You've got to be kidding! B You're too kind C That's a nice compliment! D Oh, thank you very much 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 24 The boy denied breaking the window of the neighbor’s house A admitted B refused C regretted D agreed Question 25 I found a job at a local hospital after I had graduated from Hai Phong Medicine College A out of order B out of fashion C out of practice D out of work 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 26 In spite of all our efforts, we failed in the final match A Whatever efforts we had made, we weren’t able to win in the final match B We made all our efforts so that we could again success in the final match C Although we tried very hard, we failed in the final match D We failed in the final match as a result of all our great efforts Question 27 She was so busy that she couldn’t answer the phone A She was very busy that she couldn’t answer the phone B She was too busy not to answer the phone C She was very busy so that she couldn’t answer the phone D She was too busy to answer the phone Question 28 The teacher did not let his students leave school until p.m A All the students were allowed to leave school until p.m B It was at p.m that the teacher and his students were made to leave school C Both the teacher and his students had to leave school before p.m D It was not until p.m that the teacher let his students leave school 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 29 to 33 ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS Earth is the only place we know of in the universe that can support human life (29) _ human activities are making the planet less fit to live on As the western world carries on consuming two-thirds of the world's resources while half of the world's population so just to stay (30) _ we are rapidly destroying the only resource we have by which all people can survive and prosper Everywhere fertile soil is either built on or washed into the sea Renewable resources are exploited so much that they will never be able to recover (31) _ We discharge pollutants into the atmosphere without any thought of the consequences As a result ,the planet's ability to support people is being reduced at the very time when rising human numbers and consumption are making increasingly heavy demands on it The Earth's (32) _ resources are there for us to use We need food, water, air, energy, medicines, warmth, shelter and minerals to keep us fed, comfortable, healthy and active If we are sensible in how we use the resources they will last indefinitely But if we use them wastefully and excessively they will soon (33) _ and everyone will suffer Question 29.A Despite B Yet C Although D Still Question 30.A existent B survival C alive D live Question 31.A greatly B completely C quite D utterly Question 32.A genuine B natural C real D living Question 33.A run up B run off C run out D run away 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 34.A remember B impression C vacancy D experience Question 35.A kangaroo B dependent C effective D informal 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 43 May 7, 1840 , was the birthday of one of the most famous Russian composers of the nineteenth century : Peter Illich Tchaikovsky The son of a mining inspector , Tchaikovsky studied music as a child and later studied composition at the St Petersburg Conservatory His greatest period of productivity occurred between 1876 and 1890 , during which time he enjoyed the patronage of Madame Von Meck , a woman he never met , who gave him a living stipend of about 1,000 a year Madame Von Meck later terminated her friendship with Tchaikovsky , as well as his living allowance, when she herself was facing financial difficulties It was during the time of Madame Von Meck’ s patronage , however, that Tchaikovsky created the music for which he is most famous , including the music for the ballets of Swan Lake and The Sleeping Beauty Tchaikovsky’s music , well known for its rich melodic and sometimes melancholy passages , was one of the first that brought serious dramatic music to dance Before this , little attention had been given to the music behind the dance Tchaikovsky died on November 6, 1893 , ostensibly of cholera, although there are now some scholars who argue that he committed suicide Question 36 According to the passage, Tchaikovsky’s father was most probably a A soldier B supervisor C musician D composer Question 37 The phrase “enjoyed the patronage of ” probably mean A was financially dependent on B liked the company of C received advice from D was mentally attached to Question 38 The word “which” in the passage refers to A Tchaikovsky’s music B Madame von Meck’s patronage C the ballet Swan Lake D Tchaikovsky’s living allowance Question 39 Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage? A Tchaikovsky’s school B Tchaikovsky’s music C Tchaikovsky’s death D Tchaikovsky’s wife Question 40 According to the passage , all of the following are true about Madame von Meck EXCEPT A She liked Tchaikovsky’s music B She was a generous woman C She had trouble with money D She never saw Tchaikovsky in person Question 41 According to the passage, Swan lake and The Sleeping Beauty are A plays B operas C dances D songs Question 42 What is the passage primarily about? A The development of Tchaikovsky’s music B The cause of Tchaikovsky’s death C Tchaikovsky’s relationship with his father D The life and music of Tchaikovsky Question 43 The word “terminated” in the passage is closest in meaning to which of the following? A strengthened B continued C started D ended 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 44 to 50 Since the world became industrialized, the number of animal species that have either become extinct or have neared extinction has increased Bengal tigers, for instance, which once roamed the jungles in vast numbers, now number only about 2,300 By the year 2025, it is estimated that they will become extinct What is alarming about the case of the Bengal tiger is that this extinction will have been caused almost entirely by poachers who, according to some sources, are not always interested in material gain but in personal gratification This is an example of the callousness that is contributing to the problem of extinction Animals such as the Bengal tiger, as well as other endangered species, are valuable parts of the world’s ecosystem International laws protecting these animals must be enacted to ensure their survival - and the survival of our planet Countries around the world have begun to deal with the problem in various ways Some countries, in an effort to circumvent the problem, have allocated large amounts of land to animals reserves They then charge admission prices to help defray the costs of maintaining the parks, and they often must also depend on world organizations for support This money enables them to invest in equipment and patrols to protect the animals Another response to the increase in animal extinction is an international boycott of products made from endangered species This has had some effect, but by itself it will not prevent animals from being hunted and killed Question 44 The word “callousness” could be best replaced by which of the following? A incompetence B insensitivity C indirectness D independence Question 45 What is the main topic of the passage? A Endangered species B International boycotts C Problems with industrialization D The Bengal tiger Question 46 Which of the following could best replace the word “allocated”? A organized B taken C combined D set aside Question 47 The previous passage is divided into two paragraphs in order to contrast _ A Specific and general information B A statement and an illustration C A problem and a solution D A comparison and a contrast Question 48 What does the term “international boycott” refer to? A A global increase in animal survival B A refusal to buy animal products worldwide C Buying and selling of animal products overseas D Defraying the cost of maintaining national parks Question 49 What does the word “this” refer to in the passage? A The decrease in the Bengal tiger population B Bengal tiger C Interest in material gain D Killing animals for personal satisfaction Question 50 The word “poachers” could be best replaced by which of the following? A Concerned scientists B Enterprising researchers C Trained hunters D Illegal hunters _THE END SỞ GIÁO DỤC & ĐÀO TẠO NGHỆ AN KỲ THI THPT QUỐC GIA NĂM 2017 LẦN TRƯỜNG THPT LÊ LỢI Bài thi: Môn: Tiếng Anh ĐỀ THI THỬ NGHIỆM Thời gian làm bài: 50 phút, không kể thời gian phát đề (Đề thi có 05 trang) Mã đề thi 016 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 01.A integration B international C immigration D operation Question 02.A surprised B stopped C kissed D relaxed 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 03 The boy denied breaking the window of the neighbor’s house A admitted B regretted C refused D agreed Question 04 I found a job at a local hospital after I had graduated from Hai Phong Medicine College A out of work B out of order C out of practice D out of fashion 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 05.A effective B dependent C informal D kangaroo Question 06.A experience B vacancy C remember D impression 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 07 John needs to see the doctor His cough is terrible A John, that cough is terrible, needs to see the doctor B John, whose cough is terrible, needs to see the doctor C John, who cough is terrible, needs to see the doctor D John, whom cough is terrible, needs to see the doctor Question 08 Vietnam exports a lot of rice It is grown mainly in the south of the country A Vietnam exports a lot of rice which grown mainly in the south of the country B Vietnam exports a lot of rice grown mainly in the south of the country C Vietnam, which is grown mainly in the south of the country, exports a lot of rice D Vietnam exports a lot of rice, that is mainly grown in the south of the country 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 09 It wasn’t until I graduated from university that I didn’t realize the value of good education A B C D Question 10 There must be something wrong with him because he looks rather tiredly A B C D Question 11 Last week Mark told me that he got very bored with his present job and is looking for a new one A B C D 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 12 - Nam: “I wonder if you could help me” - Kien: “ _“ A No, what is it ? B Really ? How nice C Don’t mention it D I’ll my best What’s up ? Question 13 - Nam: “You're a great dancer I wish I could half as well as you.” - Duy: “ _ I'm an awful dancer!“ A That's a nice compliment! B Oh, thank you very much C You've got to be kidding! D You're too kind Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions Question 14 This is the instance where big, obvious non-verbal signals are appropriate A attention B matter C situation D place Question 15 Your failure is the consequence of not studying hard enough for the test A result B cause C motive D status 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 16 The teacher did not let his students leave school until p.m A Both the teacher and his students had to leave school before p.m B It was at p.m that the teacher and his students were made to leave school C It was not until p.m that the teacher let his students leave school D All the students were allowed to leave school until p.m Question 17 In spite of all our efforts, we failed in the final match A Whatever efforts we had made, we weren’t able to win in the final match B Although we tried very hard, we failed in the final match C We made all our efforts so that we could again success in the final match D We failed in the final match as a result of all our great efforts Question 18 She was so busy that she couldn’t answer the phone A She was too busy to answer the phone B She was very busy that she couldn’t answer the phone C She was very busy so that she couldn’t answer the phone D She was too busy not to answer the phone Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions Question 19 I told you _ the computer, didn’t I ? A to switch off B switch off C not switch off D don’t switch off Question 20 He can't go out because he _ his work A didn't finish B hadn't finished C doesn't finish D hasn't finished Question 21 Volunteers spend a lot of time _ the elderly in their neighborhood to settle their lives A on helping B to help C help D helped Question 22 Had I not stayed up late last night, I _ tired now A can’t be B won’t be C wouldn’t be D wouldn’t have been Question 23 This present will be given to _ can answer the last question A whom B who C whoever D whomever Question 24 No sooner _ the soldiers leaped into the water A had the ship touched the shore when B had the ship touched the shore than C the ship touched the shore than D the ship had touched the shore then Question 25 I can’t recall _ that old movie, but maybe I did many years ago A having been seen B having seen C to have seen D to see Question 26 I saw him hiding something in a _ bag A black small plastic B plastic small black C small black plastic D small plastic black Question 27 _ his physical handicap, he has become a successful businessman A Despite B Because C In spite D Although Question 28 They _ my application because I didn’t know Japanese A turned up B turned down C turned into D turned on Question 29 Claire wanted to know what time _ A the banks would close B the banks closed C the banks close D did the banks close Question 30 Neil Armstrong, the first person on the moon, reported that the surface was fine and powdery A to set foot B that set foot C setting foot D set foot 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 31 to 35 ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS Earth is the only place we know of in the universe that can support human life (31) _ human activities are making the planet less fit to live on As the western world carries on consuming two-thirds of the world's resources while half of the world's population so just to stay (32) _ we are rapidly destroying the only resource we have by which all people can survive and prosper Everywhere fertile soil is either built on or washed into the sea Renewable resources are exploited so much that they will never be able to recover (33) _ We discharge pollutants into the atmosphere without any thought of the consequences As a result ,the planet's ability to support people is being reduced at the very time when rising human numbers and consumption are making increasingly heavy demands on it The Earth's (34) _ resources are there for us to use We need food, water, air, energy, medicines, warmth, shelter and minerals to keep us fed, comfortable, healthy and active If we are sensible in how we use the resources they will last indefinitely But if we use them wastefully and excessively they will soon (35) _ and everyone will suffer Question 31.A Yet B Although C Despite D Still Question 32.A survival B existent C live D alive Question 33.A greatly B quite C completely D utterly Question 34.A natural B real C genuine D living Question 35.A run away B run up C run off D run out 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 43 May 7, 1840 , was the birthday of one of the most famous Russian composers of the nineteenth century : Peter Illich Tchaikovsky The son of a mining inspector , Tchaikovsky studied music as a child and later studied composition at the St Petersburg Conservatory His greatest period of productivity occurred between 1876 and 1890 , during which time he enjoyed the patronage of Madame Von Meck , a woman he never met , who gave him a living stipend of about 1,000 a year Madame Von Meck later terminated her friendship with Tchaikovsky , as well as his living allowance, when she herself was facing financial difficulties It was during the time of Madame Von Meck’ s patronage , however, that Tchaikovsky created the music for which he is most famous , including the music for the ballets of Swan Lake and The Sleeping Beauty Tchaikovsky’s music , well known for its rich melodic and sometimes melancholy passages , was one of the first that brought serious dramatic music to dance Before this , little attention had been given to the music behind the dance Tchaikovsky died on November 6, 1893 , ostensibly of cholera, although there are now some scholars who argue that he committed suicide Question 36 What is the passage primarily about? A Tchaikovsky’s relationship with his father B The cause of Tchaikovsky’s death C The development of Tchaikovsky’s music D The life and music of Tchaikovsky Question 37 According to the passage, Tchaikovsky’s father was most probably a A composer B musician C supervisor D soldier Question 38 The phrase “enjoyed the patronage of ” probably mean A was mentally attached to B liked the company of C received advice from D was financially dependent on Question 39 According to the passage, Swan lake and The Sleeping Beauty are A plays B songs C operas D dances Question 40 Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage? A Tchaikovsky’s wife B Tchaikovsky’s music C Tchaikovsky’s school D Tchaikovsky’s death Question 41 The word “terminated” in the passage is closest in meaning to which of the following? A ended B started C strengthened D continued Question 42 The word “which” in the passage refers to A the ballet Swan Lake B Tchaikovsky’s living allowance C Tchaikovsky’s music D Madame von Meck’s patronage Question 43 According to the passage , all of the following are true about Madame von Meck EXCEPT A She had trouble with money B She never saw Tchaikovsky in person C She liked Tchaikovsky’s music D She was a generous woman 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 44 to 50 Since the world became industrialized, the number of animal species that have either become extinct or have neared extinction has increased Bengal tigers, for instance, which once roamed the jungles in vast numbers, now number only about 2,300 By the year 2025, it is estimated that they will become extinct What is alarming about the case of the Bengal tiger is that this extinction will have been caused almost entirely by poachers who, according to some sources, are not always interested in material gain but in personal gratification This is an example of the callousness that is contributing to the problem of extinction Animals such as the Bengal tiger, as well as other endangered species, are valuable parts of the world’s ecosystem International laws protecting these animals must be enacted to ensure their survival - and the survival of our planet Countries around the world have begun to deal with the problem in various ways Some countries, in an effort to circumvent the problem, have allocated large amounts of land to animals reserves They then charge admission prices to help defray the costs of maintaining the parks, and they often must also depend on world organizations for support This money enables them to invest in equipment and patrols to protect the animals Another response to the increase in animal extinction is an international boycott of products made from endangered species This has had some effect, but by itself it will not prevent animals from being hunted and killed Question 44 What is the main topic of the passage? A International boycotts B The Bengal tiger C Problems with industrialization D Endangered species Question 45 What does the word “this” refer to in the passage? A Interest in material gain B The decrease in the Bengal tiger population C Bengal tiger D Killing animals for personal satisfaction Question 46 Which of the following could best replace the word “allocated”? A combined B organized C set aside D taken Question 47 The word “poachers” could be best replaced by which of the following? A Trained hunters B Illegal hunters C Enterprising researchers D Concerned scientists Question 48 The previous passage is divided into two paragraphs in order to contrast _ A A statement and an illustration B A comparison and a contrast C A problem and a solution D Specific and general information Question 49 The word “callousness” could be best replaced by which of the following? A independence B insensitivity C indirectness D incompetence Question 50 What does the term “international boycott” refer to? A Buying and selling of animal products overseas B Defraying the cost of maintaining national parks C A refusal to buy animal products worldwide D A global increase in animal survival _THE END ... the numbered blanks from 22 to 26 ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS Earth is the only place we know of in the universe that can support human life (22 ) _ human activities are making the planet less fit... AN KỲ THI THPT QUỐC GIA NĂM 20 17 LẦN TRƯỜNG THPT LÊ LỢI Bài thi: Môn: Tiếng Anh ĐỀ THI THỬ NGHIỆM Thời gian làm bài: 50 phút, không kể thời gian phát đề (Đề thi có 05 trang) Mã đề thi 011 Mark... AN KỲ THI THPT QUỐC GIA NĂM 20 17 LẦN TRƯỜNG THPT LÊ LỢI Bài thi: Môn: Tiếng Anh ĐỀ THI THỬ NGHIỆM Thời gian làm bài: 50 phút, không kể thời gian phát đề (Đề thi có 05 trang) Mã đề thi 010 Mark