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ĐỀ CƯƠNG ÔN TẬP GIỮA HỌC KỲ I NĂM HỌC 2024-2025
Trường THPT Bắc Thăng Long
MÔN TIẾNG ANH LỚP 12
A.MỤC ĐÍCH YÊU CẦU.
* Giúp học sinh hệ thống lại kiến thức môn tiếng Anh lớp 12 giữa học kỳ I bao gồm bài 1,2 và giữa bài 3, ôn
lại từ vựng và các chủ điểm ngữ pháp trong bài 1,2 và một phần bài 3. Bên cạnh đó có kiến thức từ vựng,
ngữ pháp của lớp 10, 11.
* Yêu cầu học sinh nắm vững kiến thức cơ bản trong từng đơn vị bài học và một số cấu chúc ngữ pháp đã
được học trong bài 1,2 và bài 3.
*Hiểu được cấu tạo của từ cách phát âm và đánh dấu trọng âm của các từ đã học trong bài 1,2 và bài 3 đồng
thời hiểu nghĩa các từ đó và cách sử dụng trong ngôn ngữ tiếng Việt.
* Hiểu được dạng thức thi theo CTGDPT 2018 từ đó phát triển năng lực theo dạng đề thi QG chuẩn
B. NỘI DUNG CỤ THỂ.
I. VOCABULARY AND PRONUNCIATION
*Từ vựng và ngữ âm trong bài 1,2 và bài 3
II. GRAMMAR
1. Past simple and past continuous tense.
2. Articles (a,an,the)
3. Vrebs, Prepositions and relative pronouns “Which”.
C. PHẦN BÀI TẬP ÁP DỤNG CỤ THỂ
PART I: PHONETICS
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word which has the underlined part
pronounced differently from the others in each of the following questions.
1. A. peace B. threat C. death D. bread
2. A. diary B. stylish C. resign D. biography
3. A. shifts B. works C. groups D. hands
4. A. safe B. secure C. sure D. support
5. A. multicultural B. cuisine C. insulting D. custom
6. A. identity B. festivity C. trend D. respect
7. A. cuisine B. spicy C. souvenir D. mystery
8. A. impact B. profit C. souvenir D. footprint
9. A. centre B. educational C. craft D. crowd
10. A. collection B. active C. tourist D. community
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in
the position of the primary stress in each of the following questions.
1. A. autograph B. souvenir C. spicy D. origin
2. A. mystery B. connected C. ingredient D. unique
3. A. specialty B. lifestyle C. costume D. admire
4. A. delicious B. popularity C. reflect D. appreciate
5. A. domestic B. possible C. physical D. musical
6. A. vacant B. ancient C. central D. alive
7. A. answer B. offer C. reduce D. product
8. A. scenery B. traveller C. barrier D. recommend
9. A. ecotour B. attraction C. brochure D. tourism
10. A. collection B. suggestion C. traveller D. equipment
PART II: VOCABULARY AND GRAMMAR
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
1. Vo Nguyen Giap was widely recognized as a ________ genius for his pivotal role in leading Vietnamese
forces during the First Indochina War and the Vietnam War.
A. military B. artistic C. musical D. literary
2. His mother got bent out of _________when he played video games until midnight.
A. colour B. shape C. eye D. board
3. As a journalist, her duty is to the truth behind illegal activities.
A. volunteer B. admire C. attend D. expose
4. Viet Quang _________himself to helping the needy in his neighbourhood.
A. admired B. devoted C. diagnosed D. attended
5. Her interesting of her trip to Thailand last year fascinated all of us.
A. rule B. biography C. account D. blockbuster
6. Having a difficult childhood did not hold her back; instead, it inspired her to devote her life to social
work, helping others _________ similar challenges.
A. observe B. note C. overcome D. protect
7. Her biological parents were unable to raise her, so she was ________by a family who provided her with a
loving home.
A. adopted B. adapted C. advertised D. admitted
8. Jobs met Steve Wozniak and they quickly _______over their love of electronics, a shared passion that
would eventually lead to the founding of Apple.
A. bonded B. connected C. united D. argued
9. Prices of _ dishes also increased, forcing people to tighten their belts.
A. unique B. staple C. connected D. multicultural
10. It’s such a pity that there’s still a big around homosexuality in some cultures.
A. taboo B. trend C. festivity D. costume
11. The manager has always put an emphasis on and good performance.
A. specialty B. blend C. ingredient D. punctuality
12. Leaving a small tip to a waiter can be deemed rude or even in some cultures.
A. unique B. fascinating C. insulting D. cultural
13. We prefer to buy regional from bricks-and-mortar retailers.
A. manners B. occasions C. specialties D. norm
14. Despite the , he managed to communicate his ideas to the committee.
A. norm B. language barrier C. cuisine D. anxiety
15. Delaying parenthood is slowly becoming the in some communities.
A. specialty B. confusion C. festivity D. norm
16. Different kinds of waste are dumped in sites.
A. landfill B. leftover C. resource D. Footprint
17. Leaving the tap running while washing the dishes is purely a of clean water.
A. awareness B. waste C. pile D. Packaging
18. We organised a community event to the polluted beaches.
A. get rid of B. go green C. rinse out D. clean up
19. By taking fewer flights, we can help to reduce significantly.
A. cardboard B. leftover C. fruit peel D. carbon footprint
20. Plastic bags very slowly, which poses a threat to the ecosystem.
A. release B. reuse C. decompose D. recycle
21. Protecting the environment is crucial for a more future.
A. sustainable B. reusable C. single-use D. recyclable
22. We can use leftovers to make simple to enrich the soil.
A. waste B. container C. compost D. layer
23. The ocean was as a result of a recent oil spill.
A. sorted B. decomposed C. recycled D. contaminated
24. I ____ out last night but at the last minute I ____ that I had a quiz this morning.
A. was going to go – realized B. went – realized
C. had gone – would realize D. would go - have realized
25. She hasn't paid as much attention to her children as she ____ since she ____ working.
A. does – starts B. did - started
C. was doing - was starting D. has done - would start
26. My brother ____ at the road when he ____ into a hole.
A. wasn't looking - was falling B. didn't look - has fallen
C. wasn't looking – fell D. won't look - fall
27. Magellan ____ the first European who ____ through the strait.
A. was - was sailing B. was being - was sailing
C. had been – sailed D. was - sailed
28. The first self-sufficient village in Britain ____ the Norman's idea. They were some strange invaders who
____ to change the country in a better way.
A. was – hoped B. is - have hoped
C. have been - were hoping D. was being - had hoped
29. We a documentary about war heroes at 8.30 P.M. last Friday.
A. watched B. have watched C. were watching D. are watching
30. I was reading an online article about General Vo Nguyen Giap when my friend .
A. calls B. is calling C. has called D. called
31. Who is ____ girl over there with Jimmy?
A. the B. a C. an D. Ø
32. The boss needs an assistant with ____ good knowledge of foreign trade.
A. a B. the C. any D. Ø
33. We are having ____ terrible weather which is quite strange. Usually ____ weather in UK is not this bad.
A. the – the B. a – the C. Ø - the D. the - a
34. Could you please close ____ window? I don't think it is necessary to open all the four.
A. a B. the C. some D. Ø
35. ____ Gordons is a very interesting family. They like to travel around ____ world.
A. A – the B . The - the C. A – a D. A-Ø
36. To absorb more oil from spring rolls, we can use materials like ____ newspaper to wrap them after
frying.
A. the B. any C. Ø D. a
37. After a hard-working day, I went to ____ bed and had ____ most beautiful dream ever.
A. the - the B. a – the C. a – a D. Ø - the
38. I have visited ____ Portugal but I have never been to ____ Netherlands.
A. the – the B . Ø - the C. a – the D. a - a
39. Many celebrities adopt a green lifestyle, helps the environment a lot.
A. that B. what C. whose D. which
40. The student next to me kept cracking his knuckles, ________ bothered me a lot.
A. Which B. that C. who D. what
41. Stop worrying __________ your exam - everything will be fine.
A. about B. to C. for D. at
42. I've waited __________ Judy for 30 minutes. I’m going home.
A. in B. for C. at D. from
43. Stop talking and concentrate __________ your work.
A. with B. for C. on D. of
44. Don't forget to pay __________ the newspaper.
A. about B. with C. in D. for
45. The lift is out of order, ________ is too bad.
A.That B. which C. where D. who
PART 3: READING
Format I
Read the following advertisement/school announcements and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer
sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks form 1 to 3.
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Tour!
Join us on a journey through Vietnam's history with a tour of Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum!
In our tour, you can:
● Discover the (1) ________ of Ho Chi Minh, the founder of modern Vietnam and a key figure in the
country's struggle for independence.
● Explore the impressive structure of the mausoleum, where (2) _______ Ho Chi Minh's body is
preserved.
● Learn (3) ________ the life and achievements of Ho Chi Minh from our expert guides.
Contact us to book now!
● Email: Vietnamtourguide@gmail.com
● Zalo: +841234567.
Question 1: A. biology B. biographic C. biography D. biological
Question 2: A. a B. an C. the D. no article
Question 3: A. about B. on C. in D. for
ANNOUNCEMENT OF MARK ZUCKERBERG’S VISIT
Dear students, parents, and staff,
I am excited to announce that Mark Zuckerberg, the founder and CEO of Facebook, (4) ________ our
school last week. Here are some highlights from his visit:
● Mr. Zuckerberg arrived at our school on Wednesday morning. While he (5) ________ a talk in the
auditorium, students were preparing for his visit in their classrooms.
● After his talk, Mr. Zuckerberg answered questions from students. They asked about his (6) _________,
his experiences, and his advice for young people.
● Finally, Mr. Zuckerberg took a group photo with our students and staff. It was a memorable moment for
everyone involved.
Question 4: A. visiting B. visited C. was visiting D. is visiting
Question 5: A. giving B. were giving C. gave D. was giving
Question 6: A. rule B. battle C. career D. poetry
1.2 Read the following advertisement/school announcement and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your
answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the n umbered blanks from 7 to 9.
SITUATION VACANT
REQUIRED (10)____ young, dynamic, smart, charismatic and friendly female receptionist for Sunrise
Global School, Agra. Attractive salary with fringe benefits. Healthy work environment. Fresh graduates
having honours or equivalent degree (11)____ English with good (12)____skills can apply by sending
their cover letter and resume till March 30 on the below mentioned id: abc123@gmail.com. For
queries, contact: 98100XXXXX
Question 7. A. the B. no article C. a D. an
Question 8. A. in B. on C. with D. of
Question 9. A. communication B. communications
C. communicating D. communicative
Dear Valued Customers,
Please be informed that our offices will (10)____for New Year holiday as follows:
– Closing date: from Saturday (Jan 1) to Monday (Jan 3, 2022)
– Re-opening date: Tuesday (Jan 4, 2022)
In addition to our (11)____working hours, we will also be open on Saturday afternoon, Jan 8, 2022, at
your service.
We (12)____you a happy holiday and a prosperous New Year!
Thank you!
Question 10. A. be closed B. being closed C. closed D. is closed
Question 11. A. normally B. normal C. normality D. normalise
Question 12. A. wish B. hope C. want D. would like
Format II
2.1 Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to choose the word or phrase that best
fits each of the numbered blanks from 11 to 15.
Culture shock refers to feelings of confusion or (1)……….. that people may have when experiencing a new
and different culture. Culture shock can be caused by language (2)………………… , unfamiliar lifestyles,
different climate, or strange food. For example, visitors to the US find it hard to get used to the local tipping
culture. By contrast, tipping in Japan can be considered rude and even (3)…….................. in many
situations.
The best way to (4)……….. culture shock is to start learning about the new culture before moving there.
You should try to focus on the positive aspects of your new experiences and keep an open mind. Learning
about cultural diversity helps understand different ways of thinking about the world,
(5)………………………….new knowledge and experiences, and promote personal growth.
(Adapted from Global Success)
Question 1.
A. barrier
B. anxiety
D. lifestyle
Question 2.
A. trends
B. customs
D. barriers
Question 3.
A. staple
B. connected
D. insulting
Question 4.
A. blend
B. celebrate
D. reflect
Question 5.
A. gain
B. admire
D. blend
2.2 Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to choose the word or phrase that
best fits each of the numbered blanks from 6 to 10.
Festivals come with many traditions that bring happiness and joy. However, some of these
(6)………………..may not be environmentally friendly, and may need to be changed for a sustainable future.
In countries such as China, India, and Japan, releasing balloons or sky lanterns provides a spectacular
(7)…………………. However, the litter left behind the balloons and lanterns is hard to decompose. The
frames of the lanterns can harm wild animals, and many animals (8) the balloons for food. In Australia, the
US, and many other countries, there are fascinating firework displays that people won't want to
(9)………………….. However, fireworks actually (10)……………………. a lot of harmful chemicals into
the air. Like sky lanterns,they can also cause fires.
(Adapted from Global Success)
Question 6. A. wishes B. customs C. structures D. patterns
Question 7. A. scenario B. viewer C. audience D. sight
Question 8. A. replace B. imagine C. accept D. mistake
Question 9. A. watch B. learn C. miss D. think
Question 10. A. recycle B. reuse C. release D. revise
Format III
3.1 Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each
of the numbered blanks from 1 to 5.
Donald John Trump is the 45th President of the United States, in office since January 20, 2017. In addition
to being a politician, he is a successful business magnate and television personality as well. The son of a
wealthy real estate developer, Trump attended the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania (1)
_______. He owned several beauty pageants and ventured into reality television as well. (2) ______, he entered
national politics in the early 2000s and set his eyes on the presidential office. As a politician, his career was
marred by allegations of sexual misconduct and he also earned much 3) ____ for his extravagant lifestyle and
controversial comments on immigrants from Islamic nations. (4) _______ Trump ran for the 2016 presidential
election as a Republican and defeated Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton in a surprise victory. Donald
Trump is the first person to assume presidency without prior military or government service and at 70, (5)
_______.
1. Question 1
A. before taking charge of his family's business
B. Between taking charge of his family's business
C. after taking charge of his family's business
D. Without taking charge of his family's business
2: Question 2
A. Expanding the horizons of his ambitions B. Reducing the horizons of his ambitions
C. Admiring the horizons of his ambitions D. Diagnosing the horizons of his ambitions
3. Question 3
A. criticism B. accusation C. blame D. conviction
4. Question 4
A. Thanks to the controversies surrounding him, B. Despite the controversies surrounding him,
C. With the controversies surrounding him, D. Other than the controversies surrounding him,
5. Question 5
A. she is also the oldest one to assume the office
B. he is also the oldest one to invest the office
C. she is also the oldest one to participate the office
D. he is also the oldest one to assume the office
3.2 Read the following text and circle the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct option that best
fits each other numbered blanks below.