SỞ GIÁO DỤC ĐÀO TẠO ĐỀ CHÍNH THỨC (Đề gồm có 04 trang) TNPT 67 ÔN THI TỐT NGHIỆP TRUNG HỌC PHỔ THÔNG NĂM HỌC 2016- 2017 MÔN TIẾNG ANH ~ MÃ ĐỀ 001 Thời gian: 60 phút - không tính thời gian giao đề MASTER COPY ~ WITH KEY Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from that of the the others in each of the following questions Question 1:A compulsory B curriculum C substantial D supportive Question 2:A committed B daunted C confided D installed Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the rest in the position of the main stress in each of the following questions Question 3:A occasional B affectionate C kindergarten D respectable Question 4:A personality B referee C agriculture D mathematics Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to show the underlined part that needs correction Question 5: If one has a special medical condition such as diabetes, epilepsy, or allergy, it is advisable that they carry some kind of identification in order to avoid being given improper medication in an emergency A being B carry C they D has Question 6: To remove strains from permanent press clothing, carefully soaking in cold water before washing with a regular detergent A a B before washing C carefully soaking D from Question 7: By studying the fossils of pollen, which extremely resistant to decay, researchers can gain useful, information about the vegetation of the past A gain B By studying C which D can Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answser sheet to indicate the correct answer to each the following questions Question 8: With greatly increased workloads, everyone is .pressure now A Under B above C upon D out of Question 9: This house is really old - It must .hundreds of years ago A be built B have been built C be being built D have built Question 10: As I was driving home, I thought I saw a ghost standing at .side of the road But it was just a reflection in the window A ø B the C another D a Question 11: He was turned down for the job because he is A qualifying B unqualified C qualification D qualified Question 12: The story about the alien spaceship was .to have been invented by jounalists A believed B recommended C announced D suggested Question 13: You can’t wash this jacket in the washing machine - you need to get it A dry-cleaning B clean-dried C dry-cleaned D spring-cleaned Question 14: August 3rd, 1998, the day on my sister was bom, is the first day I remember A that B it C which D when Question 15: It’s a good idea in theory, but it’s going to be hard to put it into A practice B examination C trial D test Question 16: Sometimes, I not feel like .to my sibling about my troubles A to talk B talking C talk D talked Question 17: Thanks for the meal , how's your brother getting on? A By the way B Moreover C To put it another way D For example Question 18: ~ Alice: "I’ve been working at this school for 15 years." ~ Betty: " ." A Are you going to retire soon? B Will you retire? C Why did you leave? D Why had you left? Question 19: I’m reading a(n) interesting book about Hue’s Royal Tombs at the moment A absolutely B completely C really D entirely Question 20: You should have .your composition carefully before you hand it in A looked in B gone over C seen through D thought of Question 21: ~ Anne: "Would you bother if I had a look at your paper?" ~ Bill: " " A Oh, I didn’t realize it B You’re welcome C That’s a good idea D Well, actually I’d rather you didn’t Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate correct wordfor each of the blanks WHY READ BOOKS? Is it worth reading books, (22) nowadays there are so many other forms of entertainment? Some people say that even paperback books are expensive, and not everyone can borrow books from a library They might add that television is more exciting and that viewers can relax as they watch their favourite (23) All that may be true but books are still very popular They encourage the reader to use his or her imagination for a start You can read a chapter of a book, or just a few pages, and then stop Of course, it may be so (24) that you can't stop! There are many different kinds of books, so you can choose a crime novel or an autobiography, or a book which gives you interesting (25) If you find it hard to choose, you can read reviews, or ask friends for ideas Personally, I can't without books, but I can (26) up television easily enough You can’t watch television at bus stops! Question 22:A why B in C or D since Question 23:A programmes B episodes C ones D serials Question 24:A gripping B imagined C current D interest Question 25:A advise B information C idea D fact Question 26:A pick B look C tum D give Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following questions Question 27: I did not read his book I did not understand what the lecturer was saying A I found it very difficult to understand what the lecturer said in his book B The lecturer's book which I had not read was difficult to understand C What the lecturer wrote and said was too difficult for me to understand D I would have understood what the lecturer was saying if I had read his book Question 28: I understand why you detest her I’ve finally met her A I understand why you don’t like her due to I’ve lastly met her B Now that I have finally met her, I understand why you hate her C I met her and I know your feeling to her D Since I finally met her, I understand why you like her Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the wordfs) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined wordfs) in each of the following questions Question 29: When being interviewed, you should concentrate on what the interviewer is saying or asking you A be related to B be interested in C express interest to D pay no attention to Question 30: What about this restaurant? It’s very popular A crowded B infamous C dirty D unpopular Mark the letter A B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions Question 31: In most countries, compulsory military service does not apply to women A constructive B mandatory C superior D beneficial Question 32: The famous racehorse Secretariat had to be destroyed because of a painful, incurable hoof disease A irreparable B disabling C dangerous D vexatious 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 ENDANGERED SPECIES There are three valid arguments to support the preservation of endangered species Aesthetic justification contends that biodiversity contributes to the quality of life because many of the endangered plants and animals are particularly appreciated for their unique physical beauty (A) The aesthetic role of nature in all its diverse forms is reflected in the art and literature of every culture attaining symbolic status in the spiritual life of many groups (B) According to the proponents of the aesthetic argument, people need nature in all its diverse and beautiful forms as part of the experience of the world Another argument that has been put forward, especially by groups in the medical and pharmacological fields, is that of ecological self-interest (C) By preserving all species, we retain a balance of nature that is ultimately beneficial to humankind (D) Recent research on global ecosystems has been cited as evidence that every species contributes important or even essential functions that may be necessary to the survival of our own species Some advocates of the ecological argument contend that important chemical compounds derived from rare plants may contain the key to a cure for one of the diseases currently threatening human beings If we not protect other species, then they cannot protect us Apart from human advantage in both the aesthetic and ecological arguments, the proponents of a moral justification contend that all species have the right to exist, a viewpoint stated in the United Nations World Charter for Nature, created in 1982 Furthermore, if humankind views itself as the stewards of all the creatures on Earth, then it is incumbent upon human beings to protect them, and to ensure the continued existence of all species Moral justification has been extended by a movement called "deep ecology," the members of which rank the biosphere higher than people because the continuation of life depends on this larger perspective To carry their argument to its logical conclusion, all choices must be made for the biosphere, not for people Question 33: Which of the following is the main topic of the passage? A The beauty of the world B The quality of life C The balance of nature D The preservation of species Question 34: The word "perspective" in paragraph could best be replaced by A ideal B event C truth D view Question 35: What does the author mean by the statement "According to the proponents of the aesthetic argument, people need nature in all its diverse and beautiful forms as part of the experience of the world"? A An appreciation of the Earth requires that people have an opportunity to enjoy the diversity and beauty of nature B Nature is beautiful because it provides varied experiences for people C People are naturally attracted to beauful forms rather than to different ones D The world is experienced by nature in various forms that are equally beautiful Question 36: Which of the arguments supports animal rights? A Ecological argument B Self-interest argument C The balance of nature D Aesthetic justification Question 37: Which word or phrase in the bold text that "them" refers to? A stewards B species C human beings D creatures Question 38: It can be inferred from the passage that the author A does not agree with ecological self-interest B supports all of the arguments to protect species C is a member of the "deep ecology" movement D participated in drafting the Charter for Nature Question 39: Which sentence explains how rare species contributes to the health of the human species? A If we not protect other species, then they can not protect us B Some advocates of the ecological argument contend that important chemical compounds derived from rare plants may cotain the key to a cure for one of the diseases currently threatening human beings C Biodiversity contributes to the quality of life because many of the endangered plants and animals are particularly appreciated for theft unique physical beauty D By preserving all species we retain a balance of nature that is ultimately beneficial to humankind Question 40: In paragraph "advocates" is closest in meaning to A proponents B members C human beings D stewards Read the following passage and mark the letterA, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions THE ART WORLD One of the major problems in the art world is how to distinguish and promote an artist in effect, a market must be created for an artist to be successful The practice of signing and numbering individual prints was introduced by James Abbott McNeill Whistler, the nineteenth-century artist best known for the painting of his mother, called " Arrangement in Grey and Black," but known to most of us as "Whistler's Mother" Whistler's brother-in-law, Sir Francis Seymour Haden, a less wellknown artist, had speculated that collectors might find prints more attractive if they knew that there were only a limited number of copies produced By signing the work in pencil, an artist could guarantee and personalize each print As soon as Whistler and Haden began the practice of signing and numbering their prints, their work began to increase in value When other artists noticed that the signed prints commanded higher prices, they began copying the procedure Although most prints are signed on the right-hand side in the margin below the image, the placement of the signature is a matter of personal choice Indeed, prints have been signed within image, in any of the margins, or even on the reverse side of the print Wherever the artist elects to sign it, a signed print is still valued above an unsigned one, even in the same edition Question 41: Which of the following would be a better title for the passage? A Copying Limited Edition Prints B Whistler's Mother C Whistler's Greatest Works D The Practice of Signing Prints Question 42: What was true about the painting of Whistler's mother? A It was a completely new method of painting B It was painted by Sir Francis Haden C Its title was "Arrangement in Grey and Black" D It was not one of Whistler's best paintings Question 43: The word "speculated" the 1st paragraph could best be replaced by A denied B noticed C announced D guessed Question 44: The word "it" in the paragraph refers to A the same edition B a print C the reverse side D the image Question 45: What made Whistler's work more valuable? A His painting of his mother B His fame as an artist C His signature on the prints D His brother-in-law's prints Question 46: The author mentions all of the following as reasons why a collector prefers a signed print EXCEPT A it limits the number of copies of the print B it makes the print more personal C it guarantees the print's authenticity D it encourages higher prices for the print Question 47: It can be inferred from the passage that artists number their prints A to guarantee a limited edition B when the buyer requests it C at the same place on each of the prints D as an accounting procedure 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 only student who failed the exam was John A Together with other students, John failed the exam B Everyone passed the exam C With the exception of John, everyone passed the exam D Everyone, apart from John, failed the exam Question 49: "Why don’t you get your hair cut, Gavin?" said Adam A Adam advised Gavin to cut his hair B It was suggested that Adam get Gavin’s hair cut C Gavin was suggested to have a haircut D Adam suggested that Gavin should have his hair cut Question 50: You are all welcome to take any food you like A It’s my pleasure to take any food you like B You don’t have to pay for any food that you like C Any food welcome to take if you like D Please help yourselves to any food you like 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 002 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 that differs from the rest in the position of the main stress in each of the following questions Question 1:A referee B mathematics C personality D agriculture Question 2:A occasional B respectable C affectionate D kindergarten Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate correct wordfor each of the blanks WHY READ BOOKS? Is it worth reading books, (3) nowadays there are so many other forms of entertainment? Some people say that even paperback books are expensive, and not everyone can borrow books from a library They might add that television is more exciting and that viewers can relax as they watch their favourite (4) All that may be true but books are still very popular They encourage the reader to use his or her imagination for a start You can read a chapter of a book, or just a few pages, and then stop Of course, it may be so (5) that you can't stop! There are many different kinds of books, so you can choose a crime novel or an autobiography, or a book which gives you interesting (6) If you find it hard to choose, you can read reviews, or ask friends for ideas Personally, I can't without books, but I can (7) up television easily enough You can’t watch television at bus stops! Question 3:A in B since C or D why Question 4:A episodes B serials C programmes D ones Question 5:A imagined B current C interest D gripping Question 6:A idea B information C fact D advise Question 7:A give B pick C tum D look 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 ENDANGERED SPECIES There are three valid arguments to support the preservation of endangered species Aesthetic justification contends that biodiversity contributes to the quality of life because many of the endangered plants and animals are particularly appreciated for their unique physical beauty (A) The aesthetic role of nature in all its diverse forms is reflected in the art and literature of every culture attaining symbolic status in the spiritual life of many groups (B) According to the proponents of the aesthetic argument, people need nature in all its diverse and beautiful forms as part of the experience of the world Another argument that has been put forward, especially by groups in the medical and pharmacological fields, is that of ecological self-interest (C) By preserving all species, we retain a balance of nature that is ultimately beneficial to humankind (D) Recent research on global ecosystems has been cited as evidence that every species contributes important or even essential functions that may be necessary to the survival of our own species Some advocates of the ecological argument contend that important chemical compounds derived from rare plants may contain the key to a cure for one of the diseases currently threatening human beings If we not protect other species, then they cannot protect us Apart from human advantage in both the aesthetic and ecological arguments, the proponents of a moral justification contend that all species have the right to exist, a viewpoint stated in the United Nations World Charter for Nature, created in 1982 Furthermore, if humankind views itself as the stewards of all the creatures on Earth, then it is incumbent upon human beings to protect them, and to ensure the continued existence of all species Moral justification has been extended by a movement called "deep ecology," the members of which rank the biosphere higher than people because the continuation of life depends on this larger perspective To carry their argument to its logical conclusion, all choices must be made for the biosphere, not for people Question 8: Which of the following is the main topic of the passage? A The preservation of species B The quality of life C The beauty of the world D The balance of nature Question 9: The word "perspective" in paragraph could best be replaced by A truth B event C view D ideal Question 10: Which of the arguments supports animal rights? A Self-interest argument B Ecological argument C Aesthetic justification D The balance of nature Question 11: What does the author mean by the statement "According to the proponents of the aesthetic argument, people need nature in all its diverse and beautiful forms as part of the experience of the world"? A An appreciation of the Earth requires that people have an opportunity to enjoy the diversity and beauty of nature B The world is experienced by nature in various forms that are equally beautiful C People are naturally attracted to beauful forms rather than to different ones D Nature is beautiful because it provides varied experiences for people Question 12: It can be inferred from the passage that the author A participated in drafting the Charter for Nature B does not agree with ecological self-interest C is a member of the "deep ecology" movement D supports all of the arguments to protect species Question 13: Which word or phrase in the bold text that "them" refers to? A creatures B stewards C species D human beings Question 14: In paragraph "advocates" is closest in meaning to A stewards B proponents C members D human beings Question 15: Which sentence explains how rare species contributes to the health of the human species? A By preserving all species we retain a balance of nature that is ultimately beneficial to humankind B Biodiversity contributes to the quality of life because many of the endangered plants and animals are particularly appreciated for theft unique physical beauty C Some advocates of the ecological argument contend that important chemical compounds derived from rare plants may cotain the key to a cure for one of the diseases currently threatening human beings D If we not protect other species, then they can not protect us Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answser sheet to indicate the correct answer to each the following questions Question 16: With greatly increased workloads, everyone is .pressure now A Under B out of C above D upon Question 17: This house is really old - It must .hundreds of years ago A have been built B have built C be being built D be built Question 18: Thanks for the meal , how's your brother getting on? A To put it another way B Moreover C By the way D For example Question 19: I’m reading a(n) interesting book about Hue’s Royal Tombs at the moment A entirely B completely C really D absolutely Question 20: You can’t wash this jacket in the washing machine - you need to get it A dry-cleaning B clean-dried C spring-cleaned D dry-cleaned Question 21: ~ Alice: "I’ve been working at this school for 15 years." ~ Betty: " ." A Are you going to retire soon? B Why had you left? C Why did you leave? D Will you retire? Question 22: As I was driving home, I thought I saw a ghost standing at .side of the road But it was just a reflection in the window A another B a C ø D the Question 23: It’s a good idea in theory, but it’s going to be hard to put it into A examination B test C practice D trial Question 24: You should have .your composition carefully before you hand it in A seen through B looked in C thought of D gone over Question 25: Sometimes, I not feel like .to my sibling about my troubles A talk B talked C talking D to talk Question 26: He was turned down for the job because he is A qualification B unqualified C qualified D qualifying rd Question 27: August , 1998, the day on my sister was bom, is the first day I remember A it B that C when D which Question 28: The story about the alien spaceship was .to have been invented by jounalists A suggested B recommended C announced D believed Question 29: ~ Anne: "Would you bother if I had a look at your paper?" ~ Bill: " " A You’re welcome B Well, actually I’d rather you didn’t C That’s a good idea D Oh, I didn’t realize it Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from that of the the others in each of the following questions Question 30:A committed B daunted C installed D confided Question 31:A compulsory B curriculum C supportive D substantial Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to show the underlined part that needs correction Question 32: By studying the fossils of pollen, which extremely resistant to decay, researchers can gain useful, information about the vegetation of the past A which B gain C can D By studying Question 33: If one has a special medical condition such as diabetes, epilepsy, or allergy, it is advisable that they carry some kind of identification in order to avoid being given improper medication in an emergency A being B has C carry D they Question 34: To remove strains from permanent press clothing, carefully soaking in cold water before washing with a regular detergent A before washing B from C a D carefully soaking Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the wordfs) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined wordfs) in each of the following questions Question 35: What about this restaurant? It’s very popular A infamous B dirty C unpopular D crowded Question 36: When being interviewed, you should concentrate on what the interviewer is saying or asking you A be related to B pay no attention to C express interest to D be interested in Mark the letter A B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions Question 37: The famous racehorse Secretariat had to be destroyed because of a painful, incurable hoof disease A dangerous B irreparable C disabling D vexatious Question 38: In most countries, compulsory military service does not apply to women A constructive B mandatory C superior D beneficial Read the following passage and mark the letterA, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions THE ART WORLD One of the major problems in the art world is how to distinguish and promote an artist in effect, a market must be created for an artist to be successful The practice of signing and numbering individual prints was introduced by James Abbott McNeill Whistler, the nineteenth-century artist best known for the painting of his mother, called " Arrangement in Grey and Black," but known to most of us as "Whistler's Mother" Whistler's brother-in-law, Sir Francis Seymour Haden, a less wellknown artist, had speculated that collectors might find prints more attractive if they knew that there were only a limited number of copies produced By signing the work in pencil, an artist could guarantee and personalize each print As soon as Whistler and Haden began the practice of signing and numbering their prints, their work began to increase in value When other artists noticed that the signed prints commanded higher prices, they began copying the procedure Although most prints are signed on the right-hand side in the margin below the image, the placement of the signature is a matter of personal choice Indeed, prints have been signed within image, in any of the margins, or even on the reverse side of the print Wherever the artist elects to sign it, a signed print is still valued above an unsigned one, even in the same edition Question 39: Which of the following would be a better title for the passage? A Copying Limited Edition Prints B Whistler's Mother C The Practice of Signing Prints D Whistler's Greatest Works Question 40: It can be inferred from the passage that artists number their prints A when the buyer requests it B to guarantee a limited edition C at the same place on each of the prints D as an accounting procedure Question 41: What was true about the painting of Whistler's mother? A It was not one of Whistler's best paintings B Its title was "Arrangement in Grey and Black" C It was a completely new method of painting D It was painted by Sir Francis Haden Question 42: What made Whistler's work more valuable? A His painting of his mother B His fame as an artist C His signature on the prints D His brother-in-law's prints Question 43: The word "speculated" the 1st paragraph could best be replaced by A announced B denied C noticed D guessed Question 44: The author mentions all of the following as reasons why a collector prefers a signed print EXCEPT A it limits the number of copies of the print B it guarantees the print's authenticity C it encourages higher prices for the print D it makes the print more personal Question 45: The word "it" in the paragraph refers to A a print B the same edition C the image D the reverse side 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 46: "Why don’t you get your hair cut, Gavin?" said Adam A Adam advised Gavin to cut his hair B It was suggested that Adam get Gavin’s hair cut C Adam suggested that Gavin should have his hair cut D Gavin was suggested to have a haircut Question 47: The only student who failed the exam was John A With the exception of John, everyone passed the exam B Everyone, apart from John, failed the exam C Together with other students, John failed the exam D Everyone passed the exam Question 48: You are all welcome to take any food you like A Any food welcome to take if you like B It’s my pleasure to take any food you like C Please help yourselves to any food you like D You don’t have to pay for any food that you like Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following questions Question 49: I did not read his book I did not understand what the lecturer was saying A I found it very difficult to understand what the lecturer said in his book B The lecturer's book which I had not read was difficult to understand C I would have understood what the lecturer was saying if I had read his book D What the lecturer wrote and said was too difficult for me to understand Question 50: I understand why you detest her I’ve finally met her A I understand why you don’t like her due to I’ve lastly met her B Now that I have finally met her, I understand why you hate her C I met her and I know your feeling to her D Since I finally met her, I understand why you like her 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 003 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 show the underlined part that needs correction Question 1: By studying the fossils of pollen, which extremely resistant to decay, researchers can gain useful, information about the vegetation of the past A By studying B can C which D gain Question 2: To remove strains from permanent press clothing, carefully soaking in cold water before washing with a regular detergent A carefully soaking B from C a D before washing Question 3: If one has a special medical condition such as diabetes, epilepsy, or allergy, it is advisable that they carry some kind of identification in order to avoid being given improper medication in an emergency A they B being C has D carry Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the rest in the position of the main stress in each of the following questions Question 4:A agriculture B referee C mathematics D personality Question 5:A kindergarten B occasional C affectionate D respectable 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 ENDANGERED SPECIES There are three valid arguments to support the preservation of endangered species Aesthetic justification contends that biodiversity contributes to the quality of life because many of the endangered plants and animals are particularly appreciated for their unique physical beauty (A) The aesthetic role of nature in all its diverse forms is reflected in the art and literature of every culture attaining symbolic status in the spiritual life of many groups (B) According to the proponents of the aesthetic argument, people need nature in all its diverse and beautiful forms as part of the experience of the world Another argument that has been put forward, especially by groups in the medical and pharmacological fields, is that of ecological self-interest (C) By preserving all species, we retain a balance of nature that is ultimately beneficial to humankind (D) Recent research on global ecosystems has been cited as evidence that every species contributes important or even essential functions that may be necessary to the survival of our own species Some advocates of the ecological argument contend that important chemical compounds derived from rare plants may contain the key to a cure for one of the diseases currently threatening human beings If we not protect other species, then they cannot protect us Apart from human advantage in both the aesthetic and ecological arguments, the proponents of a moral justification contend that all species have the right to exist, a viewpoint stated in the United Nations World Charter for Nature, created in 1982 Furthermore, if humankind views itself as the stewards of all the creatures on Earth, then it is incumbent upon human beings to protect them, and to ensure the continued existence of all species Moral justification has been extended by a movement called "deep ecology," the members of which rank the biosphere higher than people because the continuation of life depends on this larger perspective To carry their argument to its logical conclusion, all choices must be made for the biosphere, not for people Question 6: Which word or phrase in the bold text that "them" refers to? A creatures B stewards C human beings D species Question 7: Which sentence explains how rare species contributes to the health of the human species? A Some advocates of the ecological argument contend that important chemical compounds derived from rare plants may cotain the key to a cure for one of the diseases currently threatening human beings B Biodiversity contributes to the quality of life because many of the endangered plants and animals are particularly appreciated for theft unique physical beauty C By preserving all species we retain a balance of nature that is ultimately beneficial to humankind D If we not protect other species, then they can not protect us Question 8: Which of the arguments supports animal rights? A The balance of nature B Ecological argument C Aesthetic justification D Self-interest argument Question 9: The word "perspective" in paragraph could best be replaced by A ideal B view C truth D event Question 10: In paragraph "advocates" is closest in meaning to A members B stewards C proponents D human beings Question 11: It can be inferred from the passage that the author A participated in drafting the Charter for Nature B supports all of the arguments to protect species C is a member of the "deep ecology" movement D does not agree with ecological self-interest Question 12: Which of the following is the main topic of the passage? A The beauty of the world B The balance of nature C The quality of life D The preservation of species Question 13: What does the author mean by the statement "According to the proponents of the aesthetic argument, people need nature in all its diverse and beautiful forms as part of the experience of the world"? A An appreciation of the Earth requires that people have an opportunity to enjoy the diversity and beauty of nature B People are naturally attracted to beauful forms rather than to different ones C Nature is beautiful because it provides varied experiences for people D The world is experienced by nature in various forms that are equally beautiful Mark the letter A B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions Question 14: In most countries, compulsory military service does not apply to women A mandatory B superior C beneficial D constructive Question 15: The famous racehorse Secretariat had to be destroyed because of a painful, incurable hoof disease A irreparable B disabling C dangerous D vexatious Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate correct wordfor each of the blanks WHY READ BOOKS? Is it worth reading books, (16) nowadays there are so many other forms of entertainment? Some people say that even paperback books are expensive, and not everyone can borrow books from a library They might add that television is more exciting and that viewers can relax as they watch their favourite (17) All that may be true but books are still very popular They encourage the reader to use his or her imagination for a start You can read a chapter of a book, or just a few pages, and then stop Of course, it may be so (18) that you can't stop! There are many different kinds of books, so you can choose a crime novel or an autobiography, or a book which gives you interesting (19) If you find it hard to choose, you can read reviews, or ask friends for ideas Personally, I can't without books, but I can (20) up television easily enough You can’t watch television at bus stops! Question 16:A since B in C or D why Question 17:A programmes B serials C ones D episodes Question 18:A interest B imagined C current D gripping Question 19:A fact B information C idea D advise Question 20:A pick B give C tum D look Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from that of the the others in each of the following questions Question 21:A compulsory B supportive C curriculum D substantial Question 22:A daunted B committed C installed D confided Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the wordfs) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined wordfs) in each of the following questions Question 23: When being interviewed, you should concentrate on what the interviewer is saying or asking you A pay no attention to B be related to C be interested in D express interest to Question 24: What about this restaurant? It’s very popular A dirty B infamous C unpopular D crowded Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answser sheet to indicate the correct answer to each the following questions Question 25: I’m reading a(n) interesting book about Hue’s Royal Tombs at the moment A really B entirely C completely D absolutely Question 26: The story about the alien spaceship was .to have been invented by jounalists A recommended B suggested C announced D believed Question 27: It’s a good idea in theory, but it’s going to be hard to put it into A practice B trial C test D examination Question 28: August 3rd, 1998, the day on my sister was bom, is the first day I remember A which B it C that D when Question 29: With greatly increased workloads, everyone is .pressure now A Under B upon C out of D above Question 30: ~ Anne: "Would you bother if I had a look at your paper?" ~ Bill: " " A That’s a good idea B Oh, I didn’t realize it C Well, actually I’d rather you didn’t D You’re welcome Question 31: You should have .your composition carefully before you hand it in A gone over B looked in C thought of D seen through Question 32: This house is really old - It must .hundreds of years ago A have built B be built C have been built D be being built Question 33: Sometimes, I not feel like .to my sibling about my troubles A talking B talked C talk D to talk Question 34: As I was driving home, I thought I saw a ghost standing at .side of the road But it was just a reflection in the window B People are naturally attracted to beauful forms rather than to different ones C The world is experienced by nature in various forms that are equally beautiful D Nature is beautiful because it provides varied experiences for people Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answser sheet to indicate the correct answer to each the following questions Question 13: You can’t wash this jacket in the washing machine - you need to get it A dry-cleaned B dry-cleaning C clean-dried D spring-cleaned Question 14: As I was driving home, I thought I saw a ghost standing at .side of the road But it was just a reflection in the window A another B ø C the D a Question 15: This house is really old - It must .hundreds of years ago A have been built B be being built C have built D be built Question 16: The story about the alien spaceship was .to have been invented by jounalists A announced B suggested C believed D recommended Question 17: You should have .your composition carefully before you hand it in A looked in B thought of C gone over D seen through Question 18: With greatly increased workloads, everyone is .pressure now A out of B above C Under D upon Question 19: Sometimes, I not feel like .to my sibling about my troubles A talked B talk C to talk D talking Question 20: Thanks for the meal , how's your brother getting on? A Moreover B To put it another way C For example D By the way Question 21: It’s a good idea in theory, but it’s going to be hard to put it into A test B practice C trial D examination Question 22: ~ Anne: "Would you bother if I had a look at your paper?" ~ Bill: " " A You’re welcome B Oh, I didn’t realize it C Well, actually I’d rather you didn’t D That’s a good idea Question 23: He was turned down for the job because he is A qualifying B qualified C qualification D unqualified Question 24: I’m reading a(n) interesting book about Hue’s Royal Tombs at the moment A entirely B absolutely C really D completely Question 25: ~ Alice: "I’ve been working at this school for 15 years." ~ Betty: " ." A Will you retire? B Why had you left? C Why did you leave? D Are you going to retire soon? Question 26: August 3rd, 1998, the day on my sister was bom, is the first day I remember A when B that C which D it Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the wordfs) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined wordfs) in each of the following questions Question 27: When being interviewed, you should concentrate on what the interviewer is saying or asking you A pay no attention to B be interested in C be related to D express interest to Question 28: What about this restaurant? It’s very popular A dirty B infamous C unpopular D crowded Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to show the underlined part that needs correction Question 29: By studying the fossils of pollen, which extremely resistant to decay, researchers can gain useful, information about the vegetation of the past A can B which C gain D By studying Question 30: If one has a special medical condition such as diabetes, epilepsy, or allergy, it is advisable that they carry some kind of identification in order to avoid being given improper medication in an emergency A has B being C they D carry Question 31: To remove strains from permanent press clothing, carefully soaking in cold water before washing with a regular detergent A before washing B carefully soaking C from D a Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate correct wordfor each of the blanks WHY READ BOOKS? Is it worth reading books, (32) nowadays there are so many other forms of entertainment? Some people say that even paperback books are expensive, and not everyone can borrow books from a library They might add that television is more exciting and that viewers can relax as they watch their favourite (33) All that may be true but books are still very popular They encourage the reader to use his or her imagination for a start You can read a chapter of a book, or just a few pages, and then stop Of course, it may be so (34) that you can't stop! There are many different kinds of books, so you can choose a crime novel or an autobiography, or a book which gives you interesting (35) If you find it hard to choose, you can read reviews, or ask friends for ideas Personally, I can't without books, but I can (36) up television easily enough You can’t watch television at bus stops! Question 32:A or B since C why D in Question 33:A ones B serials C programmes D episodes Question 34:A imagined B interest C current D gripping Question 35:A fact B advise C idea D information Question 36:A pick B give C tum D look Mark the letter A B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions Question 37: In most countries, compulsory military service does not apply to women A beneficial B mandatory C constructive D superior Question 38: The famous racehorse Secretariat had to be destroyed because of a painful, incurable hoof disease A disabling B dangerous C irreparable D vexatious 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 39: The only student who failed the exam was John A Everyone passed the exam B With the exception of John, everyone passed the exam C Together with other students, John failed the exam D Everyone, apart from John, failed the exam Question 40: "Why don’t you get your hair cut, Gavin?" said Adam A Adam advised Gavin to cut his hair B Gavin was suggested to have a haircut C It was suggested that Adam get Gavin’s hair cut D Adam suggested that Gavin should have his hair cut Question 41: You are all welcome to take any food you like A Please help yourselves to any food you like B It’s my pleasure to take any food you like C Any food welcome to take if you like D You don’t have to pay for any food that you like Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following questions Question 42: I understand why you detest her I’ve finally met her A Since I finally met her, I understand why you like her B Now that I have finally met her, I understand why you hate her C I met her and I know your feeling to her D I understand why you don’t like her due to I’ve lastly met her Question 43: I did not read his book I did not understand what the lecturer was saying A I found it very difficult to understand what the lecturer said in his book B The lecturer's book which I had not read was difficult to understand C I would have understood what the lecturer was saying if I had read his book D What the lecturer wrote and said was too difficult for me to understand Read the following passage and mark the letterA, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions THE ART WORLD One of the major problems in the art world is how to distinguish and promote an artist in effect, a market must be created for an artist to be successful The practice of signing and numbering individual prints was introduced by James Abbott McNeill Whistler, the nineteenth-century artist best known for the painting of his mother, called " Arrangement in Grey and Black," but known to most of us as "Whistler's Mother" Whistler's brother-in-law, Sir Francis Seymour Haden, a less wellknown artist, had speculated that collectors might find prints more attractive if they knew that there were only a limited number of copies produced By signing the work in pencil, an artist could guarantee and personalize each print As soon as Whistler and Haden began the practice of signing and numbering their prints, their work began to increase in value When other artists noticed that the signed prints commanded higher prices, they began copying the procedure Although most prints are signed on the right-hand side in the margin below the image, the placement of the signature is a matter of personal choice Indeed, prints have been signed within image, in any of the margins, or even on the reverse side of the print Wherever the artist elects to sign it, a signed print is still valued above an unsigned one, even in the same edition Question 44: What made Whistler's work more valuable? A His painting of his mother B His signature on the prints C His brother-in-law's prints D His fame as an artist Question 45: The word "it" in the paragraph refers to A the reverse side B the same edition C the image D a print Question 46: It can be inferred from the passage that artists number their prints A to guarantee a limited edition B as an accounting procedure C when the buyer requests it D at the same place on each of the prints Question 47: The word "speculated" the 1st paragraph could best be replaced by A noticed B denied C guessed D announced Question 48: What was true about the painting of Whistler's mother? A It was a completely new method of painting B It was painted by Sir Francis Haden C Its title was "Arrangement in Grey and Black" D It was not one of Whistler's best paintings Question 49: The author mentions all of the following as reasons why a collector prefers a signed print EXCEPT A it guarantees the print's authenticity B it makes the print more personal C it encourages higher prices for the print D it limits the number of copies of the print Question 50: Which of the following would be a better title for the passage? A Copying Limited Edition Prints B Whistler's Mother C Whistler's Greatest Works D The Practice of Signing Prints 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 007 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 or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions Question 1: The famous racehorse Secretariat had to be destroyed because of a painful, incurable hoof disease A disabling B irreparable C vexatious D dangerous Question 2: In most countries, compulsory military service does not apply to women A superior B constructive C beneficial D mandatory Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from that of the the others in each of the following questions Question 3:A daunted B installed C committed D confided Question 4:A substantial B compulsory C curriculum D supportive Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the rest in the position of the main stress in each of the following questions Question 5:A agriculture B mathematics C personality D referee Question 6:A affectionate B respectable C kindergarten D occasional 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 ENDANGERED SPECIES There are three valid arguments to support the preservation of endangered species Aesthetic justification contends that biodiversity contributes to the quality of life because many of the endangered plants and animals are particularly appreciated for their unique physical beauty (A) The aesthetic role of nature in all its diverse forms is reflected in the art and literature of every culture attaining symbolic status in the spiritual life of many groups (B) According to the proponents of the aesthetic argument, people need nature in all its diverse and beautiful forms as part of the experience of the world Another argument that has been put forward, especially by groups in the medical and pharmacological fields, is that of ecological self-interest (C) By preserving all species, we retain a balance of nature that is ultimately beneficial to humankind (D) Recent research on global ecosystems has been cited as evidence that every species contributes important or even essential functions that may be necessary to the survival of our own species Some advocates of the ecological argument contend that important chemical compounds derived from rare plants may contain the key to a cure for one of the diseases currently threatening human beings If we not protect other species, then they cannot protect us Apart from human advantage in both the aesthetic and ecological arguments, the proponents of a moral justification contend that all species have the right to exist, a viewpoint stated in the United Nations World Charter for Nature, created in 1982 Furthermore, if humankind views itself as the stewards of all the creatures on Earth, then it is incumbent upon human beings to protect them, and to ensure the continued existence of all species Moral justification has been extended by a movement called "deep ecology," the members of which rank the biosphere higher than people because the continuation of life depends on this larger perspective To carry their argument to its logical conclusion, all choices must be made for the biosphere, not for people Question 7: Which sentence explains how rare species contributes to the health of the human species? A Biodiversity contributes to the quality of life because many of the endangered plants and animals are particularly appreciated for theft unique physical beauty B If we not protect other species, then they can not protect us C Some advocates of the ecological argument contend that important chemical compounds derived from rare plants may cotain the key to a cure for one of the diseases currently threatening human beings D By preserving all species we retain a balance of nature that is ultimately beneficial to humankind Question 8: Which of the arguments supports animal rights? A Ecological argument B The balance of nature C Aesthetic justification D Self-interest argument Question 9: Which of the following is the main topic of the passage? A The beauty of the world B The quality of life C The balance of nature D The preservation of species Question 10: In paragraph "advocates" is closest in meaning to A members B human beings C stewards D proponents Question 11: Which word or phrase in the bold text that "them" refers to? A species B stewards C creatures D human beings Question 12: The word "perspective" in paragraph could best be replaced by A truth B ideal C event D view Question 13: It can be inferred from the passage that the author A does not agree with ecological self-interest B supports all of the arguments to protect species C is a member of the "deep ecology" movement D participated in drafting the Charter for Nature Question 14: What does the author mean by the statement "According to the proponents of the aesthetic argument, people need nature in all its diverse and beautiful forms as part of the experience of the world"? A People are naturally attracted to beauful forms rather than to different ones B Nature is beautiful because it provides varied experiences for people C The world is experienced by nature in various forms that are equally beautiful D An appreciation of the Earth requires that people have an opportunity to enjoy the diversity and beauty of nature Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the wordfs) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined wordfs) in each of the following questions Question 15: When being interviewed, you should concentrate on what the interviewer is saying or asking you A be related to B express interest to C be interested in D pay no attention to Question 16: What about this restaurant? It’s very popular A crowded B dirty C infamous D unpopular Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to show the underlined part that needs correction Question 17: By studying the fossils of pollen, which extremely resistant to decay, researchers can gain useful, information about the vegetation of the past A can B By studying C gain D which Question 18: To remove strains from permanent press clothing, carefully soaking in cold water before washing with a regular detergent A before washing B a C from D carefully soaking Question 19: If one has a special medical condition such as diabetes, epilepsy, or allergy, it is advisable that they carry some kind of identification in order to avoid being given improper medication in an emergency A carry B they C has D being Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answser sheet to indicate the correct answer to each the following questions Question 20: You should have .your composition carefully before you hand it in A looked in B thought of C seen through D gone over Question 21: This house is really old - It must .hundreds of years ago A have been built B be being built C have built D be built Question 22: The story about the alien spaceship was .to have been invented by jounalists A recommended B suggested C announced D believed Question 23: Thanks for the meal , how's your brother getting on? A For example B To put it another way C Moreover D By the way Question 24: ~ Alice: "I’ve been working at this school for 15 years." ~ Betty: " ." A Why did you leave? B Are you going to retire soon? C Will you retire? D Why had you left? Question 25: You can’t wash this jacket in the washing machine - you need to get it A spring-cleaned B clean-dried C dry-cleaned D dry-cleaning Question 26: ~ Anne: "Would you bother if I had a look at your paper?" ~ Bill: " " A Oh, I didn’t realize it B Well, actually I’d rather you didn’t C You’re welcome D That’s a good idea Question 27: He was turned down for the job because he is A qualifying B qualification C qualified D unqualified Question 28: Sometimes, I not feel like .to my sibling about my troubles A talked B talking C to talk D talk Question 29: I’m reading a(n) interesting book about Hue’s Royal Tombs at the moment A really B completely C entirely D absolutely Question 30: With greatly increased workloads, everyone is .pressure now A out of B Under C above D upon Question 31: It’s a good idea in theory, but it’s going to be hard to put it into A examination B test C trial D practice Question 32: August 3rd, 1998, the day on my sister was bom, is the first day I remember A when B that C it D which Question 33: As I was driving home, I thought I saw a ghost standing at .side of the road But it was just a reflection in the window A a B the C another D ø Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate correct wordfor each of the blanks WHY READ BOOKS? Is it worth reading books, (34) nowadays there are so many other forms of entertainment? Some people say that even paperback books are expensive, and not everyone can borrow books from a library They might add that television is more exciting and that viewers can relax as they watch their favourite (35) All that may be true but books are still very popular They encourage the reader to use his or her imagination for a start You can read a chapter of a book, or just a few pages, and then stop Of course, it may be so (36) that you can't stop! There are many different kinds of books, so you can choose a crime novel or an autobiography, or a book which gives you interesting (37) If you find it hard to choose, you can read reviews, or ask friends for ideas Personally, I can't without books, but I can (38) up television easily enough You can’t watch television at bus stops! Question 34:A since B or C in D why Question 35:A programmes B episodes C serials D ones Question 36:A gripping B interest C current D imagined Question 37:A fact B information C idea D advise Question 38:A pick B give C tum D look Read the following passage and mark the letterA, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions THE ART WORLD One of the major problems in the art world is how to distinguish and promote an artist in effect, a market must be created for an artist to be successful The practice of signing and numbering individual prints was introduced by James Abbott McNeill Whistler, the nineteenth-century artist best known for the painting of his mother, called " Arrangement in Grey and Black," but known to most of us as "Whistler's Mother" Whistler's brother-in-law, Sir Francis Seymour Haden, a less wellknown artist, had speculated that collectors might find prints more attractive if they knew that there were only a limited number of copies produced By signing the work in pencil, an artist could guarantee and personalize each print As soon as Whistler and Haden began the practice of signing and numbering their prints, their work began to increase in value When other artists noticed that the signed prints commanded higher prices, they began copying the procedure Although most prints are signed on the right-hand side in the margin below the image, the placement of the signature is a matter of personal choice Indeed, prints have been signed within image, in any of the margins, or even on the reverse side of the print Wherever the artist elects to sign it, a signed print is still valued above an unsigned one, even in the same edition Question 39: Which of the following would be a better title for the passage? A The Practice of Signing Prints B Whistler's Greatest Works C Copying Limited Edition Prints D Whistler's Mother Question 40: What made Whistler's work more valuable? A His brother-in-law's prints B His fame as an artist C His painting of his mother D His signature on the prints Question 41: The word "speculated" the 1st paragraph could best be replaced by A guessed B denied C noticed D announced Question 42: What was true about the painting of Whistler's mother? A It was a completely new method of painting B Its title was "Arrangement in Grey and Black" C It was not one of Whistler's best paintings D It was painted by Sir Francis Haden Question 43: The author mentions all of the following as reasons why a collector prefers a signed print EXCEPT A it encourages higher prices for the print B it limits the number of copies of the print C it guarantees the print's authenticity D it makes the print more personal Question 44: The word "it" in the paragraph refers to A the image B the same edition C a print D the reverse side Question 45: It can be inferred from the passage that artists number their prints A when the buyer requests it B as an accounting procedure C at the same place on each of the prints D to guarantee a limited edition Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following questions Question 46: I did not read his book I did not understand what the lecturer was saying A I would have understood what the lecturer was saying if I had read his book B What the lecturer wrote and said was too difficult for me to understand C I found it very difficult to understand what the lecturer said in his book D The lecturer's book which I had not read was difficult to understand Question 47: I understand why you detest her I’ve finally met her A I understand why you don’t like her due to I’ve lastly met her B Since I finally met her, I understand why you like her C Now that I have finally met her, I understand why you hate her D I met her and I know your feeling to her 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: "Why don’t you get your hair cut, Gavin?" said Adam A Gavin was suggested to have a haircut B Adam suggested that Gavin should have his hair cut C Adam advised Gavin to cut his hair D It was suggested that Adam get Gavin’s hair cut Question 49: You are all welcome to take any food you like A Please help yourselves to any food you like B Any food welcome to take if you like C It’s my pleasure to take any food you like D You don’t have to pay for any food that you like Question 50: The only student who failed the exam was John A Together with other students, John failed the exam B With the exception of John, everyone passed the exam C Everyone, apart from John, failed the exam D Everyone passed the exam 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 008 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 that differs from the rest in the position of the main stress in each of the following questions Question 1:A referee B personality C agriculture D mathematics Question 2:A occasional B respectable C affectionate D kindergarten Read the following passage and mark the letterA, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions THE ART WORLD One of the major problems in the art world is how to distinguish and promote an artist in effect, a market must be created for an artist to be successful The practice of signing and numbering individual prints was introduced by James Abbott McNeill Whistler, the nineteenth-century artist best known for the painting of his mother, called " Arrangement in Grey and Black," but known to most of us as "Whistler's Mother" Whistler's brother-in-law, Sir Francis Seymour Haden, a less wellknown artist, had speculated that collectors might find prints more attractive if they knew that there were only a limited number of copies produced By signing the work in pencil, an artist could guarantee and personalize each print As soon as Whistler and Haden began the practice of signing and numbering their prints, their work began to increase in value When other artists noticed that the signed prints commanded higher prices, they began copying the procedure Although most prints are signed on the right-hand side in the margin below the image, the placement of the signature is a matter of personal choice Indeed, prints have been signed within image, in any of the margins, or even on the reverse side of the print Wherever the artist elects to sign it, a signed print is still valued above an unsigned one, even in the same edition Question 3: It can be inferred from the passage that artists number their prints A when the buyer requests it B at the same place on each of the prints C as an accounting procedure D to guarantee a limited edition Question 4: Which of the following would be a better title for the passage? A The Practice of Signing Prints B Whistler's Mother C Copying Limited Edition Prints D Whistler's Greatest Works Question 5: What was true about the painting of Whistler's mother? A It was not one of Whistler's best paintings B Its title was "Arrangement in Grey and Black" C It was a completely new method of painting D It was painted by Sir Francis Haden Question 6: The word "it" in the paragraph refers to A a print B the same edition C the reverse side D the image Question 7: What made Whistler's work more valuable? A His signature on the prints B His brother-in-law's prints C His painting of his mother D His fame as an artist Question 8: The word "speculated" the 1st paragraph could best be replaced by A noticed B guessed C denied D announced Question 9: The author mentions all of the following as reasons why a collector prefers a signed print EXCEPT A it guarantees the print's authenticity B it makes the print more personal C it encourages higher prices for the print D it limits the number of copies of the print Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the wordfs) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined wordfs) in each of the following questions Question 10: When being interviewed, you should concentrate on what the interviewer is saying or asking you A pay no attention to B be related to C express interest to D be interested in Question 11: What about this restaurant? It’s very popular A unpopular B crowded C infamous D dirty Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following questions Question 12: I understand why you detest her I’ve finally met her A Now that I have finally met her, I understand why you hate her B I met her and I know your feeling to her C I understand why you don’t like her due to I’ve lastly met her D Since I finally met her, I understand why you like her Question 13: I did not read his book I did not understand what the lecturer was saying A I found it very difficult to understand what the lecturer said in his book B What the lecturer wrote and said was too difficult for me to understand C I would have understood what the lecturer was saying if I had read his book D The lecturer's book which I had not read was difficult to understand Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answser sheet to indicate the correct answer to each the following questions Question 14: He was turned down for the job because he is A unqualified B qualified C qualifying D qualification Question 15: ~ Anne: "Would you bother if I had a look at your paper?" ~ Bill: " " A Well, actually I’d rather you didn’t B Oh, I didn’t realize it C You’re welcome D That’s a good idea Question 16: August 3rd, 1998, the day on my sister was bom, is the first day I remember A which B it C that D when Question 17: You can’t wash this jacket in the washing machine - you need to get it A spring-cleaned B dry-cleaned C dry-cleaning D clean-dried Question 18: You should have .your composition carefully before you hand it in A seen through B thought of C gone over D looked in Question 19: This house is really old - It must .hundreds of years ago A be built B have been built C have built D be being built Question 20: With greatly increased workloads, everyone is .pressure now A Under B above C upon D out of Question 21: It’s a good idea in theory, but it’s going to be hard to put it into A practice B trial C examination D test Question 22: Sometimes, I not feel like .to my sibling about my troubles A talking B to talk C talked D talk Question 23: The story about the alien spaceship was .to have been invented by jounalists A recommended B believed C suggested D announced Question 24: As I was driving home, I thought I saw a ghost standing at .side of the road But it was just a reflection in the window A a B the C ø D another Question 25: Thanks for the meal , how's your brother getting on? A Moreover B To put it another way C For example D By the way Question 26: ~ Alice: "I’ve been working at this school for 15 years." ~ Betty: " ." A Why did you leave? B Are you going to retire soon? C Will you retire? D Why had you left? Question 27: I’m reading a(n) interesting book about Hue’s Royal Tombs at the moment A absolutely B completely C entirely D really Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to show the underlined part that needs correction Question 28: To remove strains from permanent press clothing, carefully soaking in cold water before washing with a regular detergent A a B from C carefully soaking D before washing Question 29: If one has a special medical condition such as diabetes, epilepsy, or allergy, it is advisable that they carry some kind of identification in order to avoid being given improper medication in an emergency A they B carry C being D has Question 30: By studying the fossils of pollen, which extremely resistant to decay, researchers can gain useful, information about the vegetation of the past A By studying B can C gain D which Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate correct wordfor each of the blanks WHY READ BOOKS? Is it worth reading books, (31) nowadays there are so many other forms of entertainment? Some people say that even paperback books are expensive, and not everyone can borrow books from a library They might add that television is more exciting and that viewers can relax as they watch their favourite (32) All that may be true but books are still very popular They encourage the reader to use his or her imagination for a start You can read a chapter of a book, or just a few pages, and then stop Of course, it may be so (33) that you can't stop! There are many different kinds of books, so you can choose a crime novel or an autobiography, or a book which gives you interesting (34) If you find it hard to choose, you can read reviews, or ask friends for ideas Personally, I can't without books, but I can (35) up television easily enough You can’t watch television at bus stops! Question 31:A or B since C why D in Question 32:A ones B serials C programmes D episodes Question 33:A gripping B interest C imagined D current Question 34:A information B idea C advise D fact Question 35:A give B tum C pick D look Mark the letter A B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions Question 36: The famous racehorse Secretariat had to be destroyed because of a painful, incurable hoof disease A vexatious B irreparable C dangerous D disabling Question 37: In most countries, compulsory military service does not apply to women A mandatory B superior C constructive D beneficial Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from that of the the others in each of the following questions Question 38:A confided B daunted C installed D committed Question 39:A compulsory B curriculum C substantial D supportive 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 ENDANGERED SPECIES There are three valid arguments to support the preservation of endangered species Aesthetic justification contends that biodiversity contributes to the quality of life because many of the endangered plants and animals are particularly appreciated for their unique physical beauty (A) The aesthetic role of nature in all its diverse forms is reflected in the art and literature of every culture attaining symbolic status in the spiritual life of many groups (B) According to the proponents of the aesthetic argument, people need nature in all its diverse and beautiful forms as part of the experience of the world Another argument that has been put forward, especially by groups in the medical and pharmacological fields, is that of ecological self-interest (C) By preserving all species, we retain a balance of nature that is ultimately beneficial to humankind (D) Recent research on global ecosystems has been cited as evidence that every species contributes important or even essential functions that may be necessary to the survival of our own species Some advocates of the ecological argument contend that important chemical compounds derived from rare plants may contain the key to a cure for one of the diseases currently threatening human beings If we not protect other species, then they cannot protect us Apart from human advantage in both the aesthetic and ecological arguments, the proponents of a moral justification contend that all species have the right to exist, a viewpoint stated in the United Nations World Charter for Nature, created in 1982 Furthermore, if humankind views itself as the stewards of all the creatures on Earth, then it is incumbent upon human beings to protect them, and to ensure the continued existence of all species Moral justification has been extended by a movement called "deep ecology," the members of which rank the biosphere higher than people because the continuation of life depends on this larger perspective To carry their argument to its logical conclusion, all choices must be made for the biosphere, not for people Question 40: In paragraph "advocates" is closest in meaning to A members B proponents C human beings D stewards Question 41: The word "perspective" in paragraph could best be replaced by A event B view C ideal D truth Question 42: Which of the following is the main topic of the passage? A The balance of nature B The preservation of species C The quality of life D The beauty of the world Question 43: Which of the arguments supports animal rights? A Self-interest argument B Ecological argument C Aesthetic justification D The balance of nature Question 44: It can be inferred from the passage that the author A participated in drafting the Charter for Nature B does not agree with ecological self-interest C is a member of the "deep ecology" movement D supports all of the arguments to protect species Question 45: Which sentence explains how rare species contributes to the health of the human species? A Biodiversity contributes to the quality of life because many of the endangered plants and animals are particularly appreciated for theft unique physical beauty B By preserving all species we retain a balance of nature that is ultimately beneficial to humankind C If we not protect other species, then they can not protect us D Some advocates of the ecological argument contend that important chemical compounds derived from rare plants may cotain the key to a cure for one of the diseases currently threatening human beings Question 46: Which word or phrase in the bold text that "them" refers to? A species B creatures C human beings D stewards Question 47: What does the author mean by the statement "According to the proponents of the aesthetic argument, people need nature in all its diverse and beautiful forms as part of the experience of the world"? A Nature is beautiful because it provides varied experiences for people B An appreciation of the Earth requires that people have an opportunity to enjoy the diversity and beauty of nature C People are naturally attracted to beauful forms rather than to different ones D The world is experienced by nature in various forms that are equally beautiful 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: You are all welcome to take any food you like A It’s my pleasure to take any food you like B You don’t have to pay for any food that you like C Any food welcome to take if you like D Please help yourselves to any food you like Question 49: The only student who failed the exam was John A Together with other students, John failed the exam B Everyone passed the exam C With the exception of John, everyone passed the exam D Everyone, apart from John, failed the exam Question 50: "Why don’t you get your hair cut, Gavin?" said Adam A It was suggested that Adam get Gavin’s hair cut B Adam suggested that Gavin should have his hair cut C Gavin was suggested to have a haircut D Adam advised Gavin to cut his hair 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 009 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 is pronounced differently from that of the the others in each of the following questions Question 1:A compulsory B curriculum C substantial D supportive Question 2:A installed B confided C committed D daunted Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the rest in the position of the main stress in each of the following questions Question 3:A affectionate B kindergarten C respectable D occasional Question 4:A mathematics B referee C personality D agriculture 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 ENDANGERED SPECIES There are three valid arguments to support the preservation of endangered species Aesthetic justification contends that biodiversity contributes to the quality of life because many of the endangered plants and animals are particularly appreciated for their unique physical beauty (A) The aesthetic role of nature in all its diverse forms is reflected in the art and literature of every culture attaining symbolic status in the spiritual life of many groups (B) According to the proponents of the aesthetic argument, people need nature in all its diverse and beautiful forms as part of the experience of the world Another argument that has been put forward, especially by groups in the medical and pharmacological fields, is that of ecological self-interest (C) By preserving all species, we retain a balance of nature that is ultimately beneficial to humankind (D) Recent research on global ecosystems has been cited as evidence that every species contributes important or even essential functions that may be necessary to the survival of our own species Some advocates of the ecological argument contend that important chemical compounds derived from rare plants may contain the key to a cure for one of the diseases currently threatening human beings If we not protect other species, then they cannot protect us Apart from human advantage in both the aesthetic and ecological arguments, the proponents of a moral justification contend that all species have the right to exist, a viewpoint stated in the United Nations World Charter for Nature, created in 1982 Furthermore, if humankind views itself as the stewards of all the creatures on Earth, then it is incumbent upon human beings to protect them, and to ensure the continued existence of all species Moral justification has been extended by a movement called "deep ecology," the members of which rank the biosphere higher than people because the continuation of life depends on this larger perspective To carry their argument to its logical conclusion, all choices must be made for the biosphere, not for people Question 5: Which of the following is the main topic of the passage? A The quality of life B The balance of nature C The preservation of species D The beauty of the world Question 6: Which sentence explains how rare species contributes to the health of the human species? A By preserving all species we retain a balance of nature that is ultimately beneficial to humankind B If we not protect other species, then they can not protect us C Some advocates of the ecological argument contend that important chemical compounds derived from rare plants may cotain the key to a cure for one of the diseases currently threatening human beings D Biodiversity contributes to the quality of life because many of the endangered plants and animals are particularly appreciated for theft unique physical beauty Question 7: It can be inferred from the passage that the author A is a member of the "deep ecology" movement B participated in drafting the Charter for Nature C does not agree with ecological self-interest D supports all of the arguments to protect species Question 8: Which word or phrase in the bold text that "them" refers to? A stewards B species C creatures D human beings Question 9: The word "perspective" in paragraph could best be replaced by A view B event C truth D ideal Question 10: Which of the arguments supports animal rights ? A Self-interest argument B Ecological argument C Aesthetic justification D The balance of nature Question 11: What does the author mean by the statement "According to the proponents of the aesthetic argument, people need nature in all its diverse and beautiful forms as part of the experience of the world"? A An appreciation of the Earth requires that people have an opportunity to enjoy the diversity and beauty of nature B People are naturally attracted to beauful forms rather than to different ones C The world is experienced by nature in various forms that are equally beautiful D Nature is beautiful because it provides varied experiences for people Question 12: In paragraph "advocates" is closest in meaning to A human beings B stewards C members D proponents Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following questions Question 13: I understand why you detest her I’ve finally met her A I met her and I know your feeling to her B I understand why you don’t like her due to I’ve lastly met her C Since I finally met her, I understand why you like her D Now that I have finally met her, I understand why you hate her Question 14: I did not read his book I did not understand what the lecturer was saying A What the lecturer wrote and said was too difficult for me to understand B I would have understood what the lecturer was saying if I had read his book C I found it very difficult to understand what the lecturer said in his book D The lecturer's book which I had not read was difficult to understand Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the wordfs) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined wordfs) in each of the following questions Question 15: What about this restaurant? It’s very popular A crowded B unpopular C dirty D infamous Question 16: When being interviewed, you should concentrate on what the interviewer is saying or asking you A be interested in B be related to C express interest to D pay no attention to Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answser sheet to indicate the correct answer to each the following questions Question 17: With greatly increased workloads, everyone is .pressure now A above B Under C upon D out of Question 18: ~ Alice: "I’ve been working at this school for 15 years." ~ Betty: " ." A Are you going to retire soon? B Why had you left? C Will you retire? D Why did you leave? Question 19: ~ Anne: "Would you bother if I had a look at your paper?" ~ Bill: " " A Well, actually I’d rather you didn’t B Oh, I didn’t realize it C You’re welcome D That’s a good idea Question 20: You should have .your composition carefully before you hand it in A thought of B seen through C gone over D looked in Question 21: The story about the alien spaceship was .to have been invented by jounalists A believed B suggested C announced D recommended Question 22: He was turned down for the job because he is A qualifying B unqualified C qualified D qualification Question 23: It’s a good idea in theory, but it’s going to be hard to put it into A trial B practice C test D examination Question 24: I’m reading a(n) interesting book about Hue’s Royal Tombs at the moment A entirely B absolutely C completely D really Question 25: As I was driving home, I thought I saw a ghost standing at .side of the road But it was just a reflection in the window A the B a C another D ø Question 26: Thanks for the meal , how's your brother getting on? A Moreover B By the way C For example D To put it another way Question 27: Sometimes, I not feel like .to my sibling about my troubles A talked B talk C talking D to talk Question 28: August 3rd, 1998, the day on my sister was bom, is the first day I remember A it B which C that D when Question 29: This house is really old - It must .hundreds of years ago A be being built B have been built C be built D have built Question 30: You can’t wash this jacket in the washing machine - you need to get it A dry-cleaning B spring-cleaned C dry-cleaned D clean-dried Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to show the underlined part that needs correction Question 31: By studying the fossils of pollen, which extremely resistant to decay, researchers can gain useful, information about the vegetation of the past A By studying B gain C which D can Question 32: To remove strains from permanent press clothing, carefully soaking in cold water before washing with a regular detergent A before washing B carefully soaking C a D from Question 33: If one has a special medical condition such as diabetes, epilepsy, or allergy, it is advisable that they carry some kind of identification in order to avoid being given improper medication in an emergency A they B carry C being D has Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate correct wordfor each of the blanks WHY READ BOOKS? Is it worth reading books, (34) nowadays there are so many other forms of entertainment? Some people say that even paperback books are expensive, and not everyone can borrow books from a library They might add that television is more exciting and that viewers can relax as they watch their favourite (35) All that may be true but books are still very popular They encourage the reader to use his or her imagination for a start You can read a chapter of a book, or just a few pages, and then stop Of course, it may be so (36) that you can't stop! There are many different kinds of books, so you can choose a crime novel or an autobiography, or a book which gives you interesting (37) If you find it hard to choose, you can read reviews, or ask friends for ideas Personally, I can't without books, but I can (38) up television easily enough You can’t watch television at bus stops! Question 34:A why B or C since D in Question 35:A serials B programmes C ones D episodes Question 36:A interest B current C imagined D gripping Question 37:A fact B information C advise D idea Question 38:A look B tum C pick D give Read the following passage and mark the letterA, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions THE ART WORLD One of the major problems in the art world is how to distinguish and promote an artist in effect, a market must be created for an artist to be successful The practice of signing and numbering individual prints was introduced by James Abbott McNeill Whistler, the nineteenth-century artist best known for the painting of his mother, called " Arrangement in Grey and Black," but known to most of us as "Whistler's Mother" Whistler's brother-in-law, Sir Francis Seymour Haden, a less wellknown artist, had speculated that collectors might find prints more attractive if they knew that there were only a limited number of copies produced By signing the work in pencil, an artist could guarantee and personalize each print As soon as Whistler and Haden began the practice of signing and numbering their prints, their work began to increase in value When other artists noticed that the signed prints commanded higher prices, they began copying the procedure Although most prints are signed on the right-hand side in the margin below the image, the placement of the signature is a matter of personal choice Indeed, prints have been signed within image, in any of the margins, or even on the reverse side of the print Wherever the artist elects to sign it, a signed print is still valued above an unsigned one, even in the same edition Question 39: Which of the following would be a better title for the passage? A Whistler's Mother B The Practice of Signing Prints C Whistler's Greatest Works D Copying Limited Edition Prints Question 40: What made Whistler's work more valuable? A His signature on the prints B His brother-in-law's prints C His fame as an artist D His painting of his mother Question 41: The word "speculated" the 1st paragraph could best be replaced by A denied B announced C guessed D noticed Question 42: What was true about the painting of Whistler's mother? A It was painted by Sir Francis Haden B Its title was "Arrangement in Grey and Black" C It was a completely new method of painting D It was not one of Whistler's best paintings Question 43: The word "it" in the paragraph refers to A the same edition B the reverse side C the image D a print Question 44: The author mentions all of the following as reasons why a collector prefers a signed print EXCEPT A it encourages higher prices for the print B it makes the print more personal C it limits the number of copies of the print D it guarantees the print's authenticity Question 45: It can be inferred from the passage that artists number their prints A when the buyer requests it B to guarantee a limited edition C as an accounting procedure D at the same place on each of the prints Mark the letter A B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions Question 46: In most countries, compulsory military service does not apply to women A beneficial B constructive C superior D mandatory Question 47: The famous racehorse Secretariat had to be destroyed because of a painful, incurable hoof disease A irreparable B disabling C dangerous D vexatious 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: You are all welcome to take any food you like A It’s my pleasure to take any food you like B Any food welcome to take if you like C Please help yourselves to any food you like D You don’t have to pay for any food that you like Question 49: The only student who failed the exam was John A Everyone passed the exam B With the exception of John, everyone passed the exam C Everyone, apart from John, failed the exam D Together with other students, John failed the exam Question 50: "Why don’t you get your hair cut, Gavin?" said Adam A Adam advised Gavin to cut his hair B It was suggested that Adam get Gavin’s hair cut C Adam suggested that Gavin should have his hair cut D Gavin was suggested to have a haircut Cấn Chính T rư g n ... position of the main stress in each of the following questions Question 1:A referee B mathematics C personality D agriculture Question 2:A occasional B respectable C affectionate D kindergarten... in the position of the main stress in each of the following questions Question 4:A agriculture B referee C mathematics D personality Question 5:A kindergarten B occasional C affectionate D respectable... C ones D episodes Question 18:A interest B imagined C current D gripping Question 19:A fact B information C idea D advise Question 20:A pick B give C tum D look Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on