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KỲ KHẢO SÁT KIẾN THỨC THPT LẦN 1 NĂM HỌC 2018-2019<br />
MÔN: TIẾNG ANH - LỚP 12<br />
Thời gian làm bài: 60 phút, không kể thời gian giao đề<br />
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(Đề thi có 04 trang)<br />
Mã đề: 222<br />
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of<br />
sentences in the following questions.<br />
Câu 1: She heard the news about her friend’s death. She broke down.<br />
A. She heard the news about her friend’s death the moment she broke down.<br />
B. Heard the news about her friend’s death, she broke down.<br />
C. She broke down while she was hearing the news about her friend’s death.<br />
D. Having heard the news about her friend’s death, she broke down.<br />
Câu 2: We had overslept. We missed the bus.<br />
A. If we hadn’t overslept, we wouldn’t miss the bus.<br />
B. Having overslept so we couldn’t catch the bus.<br />
C. As a result of having overslept, we couldn’t catch the bus.<br />
D. Though we had overslept, we wouldn’t miss the bus.<br />
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of<br />
the following exchanges.<br />
Câu 3: – John: “Why are the renovations being delayed?”<br />
– David: “______.”<br />
A. The building really needs renovating<br />
B. We must get a permit first<br />
C. It was delayed over two hours<br />
D. Yes, but it should be changed<br />
Câu 4: –Doctor: “How is your backache? Is it still bothering you?” –Patient: “______. Now I can’t move.”<br />
A. I am sorry to hear that<br />
B. That’s fine<br />
C. That’s all right<br />
D. I am afraid so<br />
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following<br />
questions.<br />
Câu 5: Free medical treatment in this country covers sickness of mind as well as ______ sickness.<br />
A. regular<br />
B. ordinary<br />
C. formal<br />
D. average<br />
Câu 6: Go straight into the cave and find out what’s in there, ______?<br />
A. can you<br />
B. do you<br />
C. will you<br />
D. don’t you<br />
Câu 7: You wouldn’t consider _____ a man for his money, then?<br />
A. marrying<br />
B. marry<br />
C. to marry<br />
D. married<br />
Câu 8: Please don’t tell me what happens in the end because I ______ the book yet.<br />
A. haven’t read<br />
B. am not reading<br />
C. don’t read<br />
D. haven’t been reading<br />
Câu 9: An example of a(n) ______ item is a shirt made of low-grade cotton, allowing it to be sold for a very low<br />
price.<br />
A. downmarket<br />
B. down to earth<br />
C. up-to-date<br />
D. up-to-the-minute<br />
Câu 10: He was a natural singer with a voice that was as clear as ______.<br />
A. a mirror<br />
B. a lake<br />
C. a bell<br />
D. a waterfall<br />
Câu 11: If Mr. Dewey ______ present at the conference, he would have offered any possible assistance to the<br />
people there.<br />
A. should be<br />
B. was<br />
C. had been<br />
D. were<br />
Câu 12: I really regret making my mistake. It was the one I ______.<br />
A. mustn’t have made<br />
B. ought not to have made<br />
C. wouldn’t have made<br />
D. can’t have made<br />
Câu 13: This company is very ______ about who it employs.<br />
A. selectively<br />
B. selective<br />
C. select<br />
D. selection<br />
Câu 14: The press accused the Ministry of Health of either being unaware of the measles epidemic or ______ a<br />
blind eye to it.<br />
A. taking<br />
B. making<br />
C. turning<br />
D. doing<br />
Câu 15: The assistant director recommended that Kenichi ______ to the New York office.<br />
A. be tranferred<br />
B. tranferring<br />
C. is tranferred<br />
D. to transfer<br />
Câu 16: The store had to ______ a number of clerks because sales were down.<br />
A. lay off<br />
B. lay out<br />
C. lay down<br />
D. lay aside<br />
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Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from<br />
the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.<br />
Câu 17: A. history<br />
B. rehearsal<br />
C. inhuman<br />
D. honesty<br />
Câu 18: A. applicant<br />
B. contractual<br />
C. instance<br />
D. sacrifice<br />
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in<br />
the position of primary stress in each of the following questions.<br />
Câu 19: A. summary<br />
B. impression<br />
C. convention<br />
D. official<br />
Câu 20: A. compare<br />
B. affect<br />
C. traffic<br />
D. consume<br />
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct<br />
word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 21 to 25.<br />
In 2000, Honda created (21) ______ walking robot after two decades of developing humanoid robots.<br />
Currently, it is displayed in Miraikan museum in the Japanese capital city of Tokyo.<br />
At 1.3 metres tall, with a shiny white helmet instead of a face, Asimo ((22) ______ name comes from English<br />
initials of words Advanced Step in Innovative Mobility) is the world’s cleverest robot. He can walk, talk and carry<br />
out various complicated jobs. His latest challenge has been to direct the (23) ______ of a full orchestra in a<br />
performance of the tune ‘The Impossible Dream’.<br />
Using both hands, Asimo led the musicians confidently and managed to make them slow down for a strong<br />
finish. He ended the piece (24) ______ a powerful, long note before turning to the audience. Asimo’s realistic<br />
movements were based on those of the orchestra’s director, who had filmed himself playing the same piece six<br />
months previously. Asimo was then ‘taught’ by his programmers to copy the movements on the film.<br />
(25) ______, Asimo’s battery runs out after 20 minutes, so the orchestra’s regular director need not worry<br />
about Asimo taking over his job!<br />
Câu 21: A. Ø<br />
B. an<br />
C. the<br />
D. a<br />
Câu 22: A. that<br />
B. whose<br />
C. who<br />
D. which<br />
Câu 23: A. people<br />
B. members<br />
C. staff<br />
D. employees<br />
Câu 24: A. by<br />
B. up<br />
C. for<br />
D. with<br />
Câu 25: A. For example<br />
B. Fortunately<br />
C. Therefore<br />
D. Furthermore<br />
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in<br />
each of the following questions.<br />
Câu 26: The majority of people in the music industry work behind the scenes, but the roles they play in the<br />
musical process is very important.<br />
A. is<br />
B. behind<br />
C. majority<br />
D. play<br />
Câu 27: Ms. Parker has improved a great deal in terms of her dress code, attitude, and she goes to work on time.<br />
A. in terms of<br />
B. she goes to work on time<br />
C. has improved<br />
D. attitude<br />
Câu 28: Major advertising companies have traditionally volunteered its time to public service accounts.<br />
A. traditionally<br />
B. its<br />
C. to public<br />
D. advertising<br />
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct<br />
answer to each of the questions from 29 to 35.<br />
The human criterion for perfect vision is 20/20 for reading the standard lines on a Snellen eye chart without a<br />
hitch. The score is determined by how well you read lines of letters of different sizes from 20 feet away. But<br />
being able to read the bottom line on the eye chart does not approximate perfection as far as other species are<br />
concerned. Most birds would consider us very visually handicapped. The hawk, for instance, has such sharp eyes<br />
that it can spot a dime on the sidewalk while perched on top of the Empire State Building. It can make fine visual<br />
distinctions because it is blessed with one million cones per square millimeter in its retina. And in water, humans<br />
are farsighted, while the kingfisher, swooping down to spear fish, can see well in both the air and water because it<br />
is endowed with two foveae – areas of the eye, consisting mostly of cones, that provide visual distinctions. One<br />
foveae permits the bird, while in the air, to scan the water below with one eye at a time. This is called monocular<br />
vision. Once it hits the water, the other fovea joins in, allowing the kingfisher to focus both eyes, like binoculars,<br />
on its prey at the same time. A frog’s vision is distinguished by its ability to perceive things as a constant motion<br />
picture. Known as “bug detectors”, a highly developed set of cells in a frog’s eyes responds mainly to moving<br />
objects. So, it is said that a frog sitting in a field of dead bugs wouldn’t see them as food and would starve.<br />
The bee has a “compound” eye, which is used for navigation. It has 15,000 facets that divide what it sees into a<br />
pattern of dots, or mosaic. With this kind of vision, the bee sees the sun only as a single dot, a constant point of<br />
reference. Thus, the eye is a superb navigational instrument that constantly measures the angle of its line of flight<br />
in relation to the sun. A bee’s eye also gauges flight speed. And if that is not enough to leave our 20/20 “perfect<br />
vision” paling into insignificance, the bee is capable of seeing something we can’t – ultraviolet light. Thus, what<br />
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humans consider to be “perfect vision” is in fact rather limited when we look at other species. However, there is<br />
still much to be said for the human eye. Of all the mammals, only humans and some primates can enjoy the<br />
pleasures of color vision.<br />
Câu 29: What does the passage mainly discuss?<br />
A. Perfect vision<br />
B. Limits of the human eye<br />
C. Different eyes for different uses<br />
D. Eye variation among different species<br />
Câu 30: The phrase “without a hitch” in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to ______.<br />
A. easily<br />
B. without glasses<br />
C. with little hesitation D. unaided<br />
Câu 31: According to the passage, why might birds and animals consider humans very visually handicapped?<br />
A. The main outstanding feature of human eyes is color vision.<br />
B. Human eyes can’t do what their eyes can do.<br />
C. Human eyes are not as well suited to our needs.<br />
D. Humans can’t see very well in either air or water.<br />
Câu 32: The word “that” in paragraph 1 refers to ______.<br />
A. air and water<br />
B. cones<br />
C. visual distinctions<br />
D. foveae<br />
Câu 33: According to the passage, “bug detectors” are useful for ______.<br />
A. avoiding starvation<br />
B. navigation<br />
C. avoiding bugs when getting food<br />
D. seeing moving objects<br />
Câu 34: According to the passage, which of the following is NOT true?<br />
A. Bees see patterns of dots.<br />
B. Kingfishers have monocular vision.<br />
C. Humans are farsighted in water.<br />
D. Hawks eyes consist mostly of cones that can allow it to scan with one eye at a time.<br />
Câu 35: Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?<br />
A. Eyes have developed differently in each species.<br />
B. Bees have the most complex eye.<br />
C. Perfect vision is not perfect.<br />
D. Humans should not envy what they don’t need.<br />
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the<br />
underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.<br />
Câu 36: Supporters of euthanasia maintain that it is a humane act aimed at preventing a patient from further<br />
suffering.<br />
A. making peace<br />
B. treating with cruelty<br />
C. handling with care<br />
D. causing little suffering<br />
Câu 37: If I say something odd, it’s because I didn’t sleep at all last night. When I get extremely tired, I can<br />
sometimes get a bit weird.<br />
A. act strangely or unusually<br />
B. not be able to participate<br />
C. be too clever<br />
D. not be able to concentrate<br />
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the<br />
underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.<br />
Câu 38: It is extremely hard for certain computer technology to stay state-of-the-art for a long time as new<br />
technologies are invented almost every day.<br />
A. in the wind<br />
B. up to date<br />
C. in due time<br />
D. behind the times<br />
Câu 39: Many people are prone to colds in winter, so they take extra precautions to remain in good health.<br />
A. allergic to<br />
B. usually addicted to<br />
C. likely to get<br />
D. protected from<br />
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct<br />
answer to each of the questions from 40 to 47.<br />
In modern times, we seem to be getting more separate from nature with each passing day. Most of us spend the<br />
majority of our time indoors, typing away at computers and fiddling with digital devices. All the while, we are<br />
destroying the planet’s natural beauty by cutting down forests and building cities in their place. In an effort to<br />
preserve nature for future generations, national parks were created.<br />
The primary function of national parks is conservation. In many cases, it is a matter of national pride for<br />
countries to protect their indigenous species. Although several nations considered opening national parks, the US<br />
was the first country to officially do so when Yellowstone Park opened in 1872. This designation made the federal<br />
government responsible for taking care of the territory. Soon after, national parks started to open in Australia,<br />
New Zealand, Europe, and eventually across the globe. Today, almost 100 countries have established their own<br />
national parks. In total, there are over 6,500 worldwide.<br />
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There are several incredible national parks that have a lot to offer. Kruger National Park in South Africa at<br />
19,633 square kilometers is one of the largest game reserves. Tourists can go on safari and witness elephants,<br />
rhinoceroses, lions, and several other large mammals in their natural environments. At 75,000 square miles, the<br />
Northeast Greenland National Park is the world’s largest. In fact, it is larger than all but 30 countries in the world.<br />
Despite differences in names, location, and rules, most natural parks have certain traits in common. For one,<br />
they are usually open to visitors throughout the year. Those who come to the park can take part in a wide scope of<br />
outdoor activities including hiking, camping, cycling, bird watching, and fishing. Other options may include<br />
horseback riding, rafting, or scuba diving if the territory is suitable. In most places, visitors are encouraged not to<br />
feed the animals. The purpose for this law is twofold: to protect the animals as well as those who might feed them.<br />
Animals also have strict dietary needs, so feeding them exotic foods could make them sick. Feeding wild animals<br />
could also cause them to aggressively pester humans they encounter in the future for food. However, as long as<br />
you follow the rules, you are assured of having a great time at whichever national park you visit.<br />
Câu 40: What does the first paragraph mainly talk about?<br />
A. A few things you will likely see if you go to visit a national park<br />
B. What people will likely see when they visit a national park<br />
C. Some reasons why national parks are necessary<br />
D. How national parks will probably be different in the future<br />
Câu 41: The word “indigenous” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to ______.<br />
A. large<br />
B. extinct<br />
C. native<br />
D. rare<br />
Câu 42: Which of the following people would probably be most interested in visiting Kruger National Park?<br />
A. Someone who likes observing large creatures<br />
B. Someone who is interested in hiking<br />
C. Someone who needs to adopt an animal<br />
D. Someone who is interested in rare plants<br />
Câu 43: Which of these activities would probably NOT be featured at a national park?<br />
A. Rafting<br />
B. Canoeing<br />
C. Flying lessons<br />
D. Mountain climbing<br />
Câu 44: Which of the following is NOT true about national parks?<br />
A. They have been established to avoid disasters.<br />
B. They lies at locations with different traits.<br />
C. They offer a variety of activities to visitors.<br />
D. There are rules against feeding animals by tourists.<br />
Câu 45: The word “exotic” in the last paragraph is closest in meaning to ______.<br />
A. frozen<br />
B. funtional<br />
C. unusual<br />
D. health<br />
Câu 46: The word “they” in the last paragraph refers to ______.<br />
A. visitors<br />
B. guards<br />
C. animals<br />
D. exotic foods<br />
Câu 47: What can be inferred from the passage?<br />
A. National parks are not open to visitors in winter.<br />
B. National parks in the US are under the control of the state authorities.<br />
C. The Northeast Greenland National Park is only smaller than 30 countries in the world.<br />
D. National parks were established in Britain earlier than those in the US.<br />
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each<br />
of the following questions.<br />
Câu 48: As soon as he arrived at the airport, he called home.<br />
A. He arrived at the airport and called me to take him home.<br />
B. No sooner had he called home than he arrived at the airport.<br />
C. Scarcely had he arrived at the airport when he called home.<br />
D. Calling home, he said that he had arrived at the airport.<br />
Câu 49: “Why don’t you put a better lock on the door, John?” Mary said.<br />
A. Mary told John not to put a better lock on the door.<br />
B. Mary suggested that John should put a better lock on the door.<br />
C. John promised to put a better lock on the door.<br />
D. Mary complained to John about the lock on the door.<br />
Câu 50: It is said that in some cultures and religions, recreation is encouraged on certain days.<br />
A. Recreation is said in some cultures and religions that it is encouraged on certain days.<br />
B. Recreation is said to be encouraged on certain days in some cultures and religions.<br />
C. Some cultures and religions are said to be encouraged on certain days.<br />
D. It is recreation that encouraged on certain days in some cultures and religions.<br />
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