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BEN HAI LOWER AND UPPER ĐỀ KIỂM TRA GIỮA KỲ II LỚP 12
SECONDARY SCHOOL NĂM HỌC 2024-2025. MÔN THI: TIẾNG ANH
Thời gian: 60 phút
Ngày thi: ............./............./2025
Họ tên: ......................................................... Lớp: .............. Số báo danh: ..............
Mark letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the
questions from 1 to 6 to complete the advertisement below
CALLING ALL WRITERS: WILDLIFE CONSERVATION WRITING COMPETITION!
Are you passionate about wildlife conservation? Do you have a talent for storytelling? Here’s
your chance to make a difference through your words! We’re excited to ______(1)our Wildlife
Conservation Writing Competition.
- Topic: “Preserving Our Precious wildlife: Stories of Hope and Action”
Share your _______(2) stories, essays, or poems highlighting the importance of wildlife conservation
- Requirements: Open to writers of all ages and backgrounds _______(3)are dedicated to wildlife
conservation. Submissions must be original, unpublished works in _______(4)English and relate to the
competition theme.
- Submit your Entry: Email your submission to wildlifecontest@example.com by March 31st. Include
your name, age (if under 18), and contact ________(5) in the email.
Prizes: Winners will be announced on April 10th, and will receive cash prizes and publication
opportunities.
Unlock your creativity and _______(6) us in spreading awareness of wildlife conservation through the
power of writing!
1. A. pronounce B. confirm C. announce D. publish
2. A. thrilling B. inspiring C. disappointing D. alarming
3. A. who B. where C. whom D. when
4. A. no article B. the C. an D. a
5. A. information B. informative C. inform D. misinformation
6. A. bring B. make C. join D. let
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct answer to each of the questions from 7 to 11.
Nomophobia, short for "no-mobile-phone phobia," is a modern phenomenon that affects many
people in today's digital age.
What is nomophobia? It is the irrational fear of being without one's mobile phone or being unable to
use it. This condition can cause anxiety and distress, and it highlights the profound impact mobile devices
have on our lives. The fear of losing or being separated from one's phone is a growing concern. Some
common situations that trigger nomophobia include misplacing one's phone, running out of battery, or
losing network signal. The fear intensifies when people imagine not having their phones to contact friends
and family, access the internet, or use GPS for navigation.
Who easily suffers from nomophobia? Nomophobia is not limited to any age group and can affect
individuals of all backgrounds. It often becomes evident when people experience panic or anxiety when
they forget their phones at home or are unable to use them temporarily. Symptoms may include
restlessness, rapid heartbeat, sweating, and a sense of insecurity.
The roots of nomophobia lie in the convenience and connectedness that mobile phones provide. These
devices have become integral to our daily lives, serving as not just communication tools but also cameras,
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entertainment hubs, personal organizers, and more. This dependence on mobile phones can lead to a
feeling of vulnerability when separated from them.
7. Which of the following is not mentioned as nomophobia?
A. The irrational fear of being unable to afford a mobile phone.
B. The irrational fear of not bringing along at least a mobile phone.
C. The irrational fear of being unable to operate a mobile phone.
D. The irrational fear of not being with a mobile phone.
8. The word “vulnerability” in paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to ______.
A. loss B. sickness C. weaknesses D. depression
9. Which of the following is TRUE according to paragraph 2?
A. Nomophobia is so dangerous that people should stop using mobile phones to avoid it.
B. People do not use their phones to contact others, access the internet, or use GPS for navigation.
C. Before the first mobile phone was invented, human beings had not been affected by nomophobia.
D. People in today's cyberworld shouldn’t bring along a mobile phone to avoid nomophobia.
10. The word "it" in paragraph 1 refers to ______.
A. the irrational fear B. the distress C. the digital age D. the mobile phone
11. What is the main idea of the last paragraph?
A. the causes of nomophobia B. the consequences of nomophobia
C. the symptoms of nomophobia D. the fear of being without mobile phones
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each
of the questions from 12 to 16.
One of the greatest advantages of robots is that they can work in situations that are dangerous or
harmful for human workers. For example, the continuous smell of paint has a harmful effect on painters,
but it doesn't bother a robot. Robots can work in nuclear power plants and in undersea research stations
that might be dangerous for humans. Already, robots are working in the plastics industry and in chemical
and industrial equipment industries. One of the most common uses of robots is still in automobile
factories. They can do the heavy, unpleasant, or dangerous work. These kinds of industrial robots are not
usually mobile. The work they need to do is brought to them, like cars on an assembly line, for example.
The robot industry is a big business. By the middle of the 1990s, Japan led the world in robot
production with more than 71,000 industrial robots at work. Both the United States and Japan, as well as
other countries, continue to develop more advanced robots. Robots can now be made to perform more
complex jobs. Robots can make decisions while they are working and learn from their mistakes. Robots
can now see with TV camera. They can easily hear and can even speak using a voice made by a computer,
but it is difficult to make a robot understand. Thinking and understanding are very human qualities. The
robots of the future will probably be very complex. They will be able to perform many humanlike tasks.
Robots and other technology will make the future an alluring place!
12. What does the passage mainly about?
A. The history of robot industry B. The enormous advantanges of robots.
C. The future of robot industry D. The leading countries in robot production.
13. The word they in paragraph 1 refers to .
A. automobile factories B. industrial equipment industries
C. robots D. common uses
14. It can be inferred from the passage that in automobile factories, _____.
A. there are more robots than in any other factory.
B. robots move around the factories to get work done.
C. factory workers must control robots from afar.
D. robots are responsible for work on assembly lines.
15. The word alluring in paragraph 2 is OPPOSITE in meaning to _____.
A. discouraging B. uncontrollable C. irreplaceable D. captivating
16. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?
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A. Robots are thought to be able to look like human beings.
B. Robots are thought to be able to replace human beings.
C. Robots are thought to be able to mimic human beings.
D. Robots are thought to be able to overcome human beings.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the
sentences to make a meaningful paragraph each of the questions from 17 to 20.
17.
a. Share it with us in the comments!
b. Firstly, engaging in a hobby provides a break from daily routines, allowing us to explore our passions;
whether it’s painting, gardening, or playing a musical instrument, hobbies add a sense of accomplishment.
c. Secondly, they offer a chance to connect with like-minded individuals, fostering new friendships.
d. Hobbies bring joy and fulfillment to our lives.
e. So what’s your favourite hobby?
A. d-b-c-e-a B. d-b-c-a-e C. a-b-c-d-e D. e-b-c-d-a
18.
a. Olivia: Hey, Max! Did you catch that new movie everyone’s talking about?
b. Max: Hi, Olivia! Yes, I saw it last night. It was fantastic!
c. Olivia: I’ve heard great reviews. What did you like most about it?
A. a-b-c B. b-a-c C. a-c-b D. c-b-a
19.
Hi Mia,
a. Let’s all do our part to protect these incredible underwater habitats! Hope to hear from you soon.
b. Additionally, supporting organisations dedicated to coral reef conservation and spreading awareness
about the issue can make a big difference.
c. I hope you’re all doing well. I want to share something important with you regarding our oceans and
marine life.
d. But there are ways we can help! We can reduce our carbon footprint, and avoid touching or stepping
on coral when snorkelling or diving.
e. Do you know that coral reefs around the world are in danger? Pollution, climate change, and human
activities are harming these beautiful ecosystems.
Best regards,
A. c-e-d-b-a B. c-d-e-b-a C. c-d-b-a-e D. c-a-d-b-e
20.
a. Tom: That’s a wonderful idea! Have you thought about what kind of pet you want?
b. Jane: I’m thinking about adopting a pet
c. Tom: Dogs are great companions!
d. Jane: Yes, I think they’ll fit perfectly with my lifestyle.
e. Jane: I’m leaning towards adopting a dog.
A. b-a-c-e-d B. b-a-e-c-d. C. a-d-c-b-e D. a-b-d-c-e
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of the
primary stress in each of the following questions from 21 to 22.
21. A. survive B. extinct C. release D. urgent
22. A. digital B. expression C. stimulus D. imitate
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in
pronunciation in each of the following questions from 23 to 24.
23. A. bias B. printed C. typical D. figure
24. A. capable B. practical C. artificial D. application
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions from 25
to 32.
25. This robot uses a(n)_________recognition system to understand voice command.
A. visual B. mouth C. speech D. image
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26. To improve the building security, they have all guests’s identities _________.
A. checked B. to check C. check D. be checked
27. To build a social______, you should interact with your followers all the time.
A. public B. publicity C. publicize D. publicized
28. Social media is very popular among teenagers, ______contrast, many old people dislike using
websites and mobile devices.
A. On B. To C. With D. By
29. _____species are likely to become endangered when their population decrease.
A. extinct B. dangerous C. vulnerable D. suspicious
30. Millions of people attended the event ______we had expected, making it a great success.
A. if B. as C. as if D. that
31. As soon as the Sun sets, night-time animals like owls and bat ________to hunt for food.
A. come up B. come out C. come across D. come around
32. Tom: “I believe that robots will replace human labour completely in the foreseeable future.”
Kim: “________. Many jobs still require manual skills or soft skills ”
A. I strongly agree B. I can’t agree with you more
C. I don’t think so D. I have the same idea.
LISTENING
Part 1: You will hear a teacher giving his students information about a school trip to a farm.
For each question, write the correct answer in the gap. Write ONE OR TWO WORDS OR A NUMBER
OR A DATE OR A TIME.You will listen to the audio twice.
SCHOOL TRIP TO FARM
Meeting place:
(33) next to the…………………
Need to bring:
(34) a……………………………
Morning activity:
(35) feeding the..………………..
Return to school at:
4h15p.m
For more information:
www.(36) ………………… .farm.com
Part 2: Listen to breaking news about robots by 2029 and mark the letter A, B, or C to indicate the
correct answer to each of the following questions. You will listen to the audio twice.
37. Who is Ray Kurzweil?
A. one of the world's AI leading experts.
B. A director of computering .
C. A Google’s robot.
38. According to Mr Kurzweil, computers will be able to _______, just like humans.
A. work for Google.
B. write jokes and stories.
C. learn from experiences.
39. In 1999, Many A.I. experts said it would be _______before a computer was more intelligent than a
human.
A. hundreds of years B. thousands of years C.by 2029
40. What is an highlighted example of high-tech things to prove Mr Kurzweil’s view ?
A. the iPhone's voice-recognition technology.
B. Google self-driving cars..
C. the computer. _________ THE END ___________
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BEN HAI LOWER AND UPPER ĐỀ KIỂM TRA GIỮA KỲ II LỚP 12
SECONDARY SCHOOL NĂM HỌC 2024-2025. MÔN THI: TIẾNG ANH
Thời gian: 60 phút
Ngày thi: ............./............./2025
Họ tên: ......................................................... Lớp: .............. Số báo danh: ..............
Mark letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the
questions from 1 to 6 to complete the advertisement below
DISCOVER WILDLIFE CONSERVATION EXHIBITION!
Date: Saturday, February 15th
Time: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Location: Viet Nature Conservation Center, Ha Noi
_______(1) yourself in the fascinating world of wildlife conservation at our upcoming exhibition!
Explore captivating exhibits featuring _______(2) species, their habitats, and conservation efforts.
Activities:
- Engage in hands-on workshops ________(3) by conservationists, where you’ll learn about wildlife
tracking, ________(4)habitat restoration, and sustainable practices.
- _______(5)informative presentations by renowned experts on topics like endangered species
protection and marine conservation.
Information: For inquiries, email us at info@wildlifeexpo.com or call 024- 456-7890.
Come together _______(6) fellow wildlife enthusiasts to support conservation efforts and protect our
planet’s precious biodiversity. Admission is free for all ages.
1. A. Immerse B. Implement C. Converse D. Compliment
2. A. dangerous B. endangered C. danger D. endanger
3. A. leading B. leaded C. to lead D. led
4. A. no article B. the C. an D. a
5. A. take B. make C. join D. have
6. A. with B. by C. to D. in
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct answer to each of the questions from 7 to 11.
Radio, a form of mass media and sound communication by radio waves, usually transmits music,
news, and other types of programs from single broadcast stations to many individual listeners equipped
with radio receivers. From its birth early in the 20th century, broadcast radio astonished and delighted the
public by providing news and entertainment faster than ever before. From about 1920 to 1945, radio
developed into the first electronic mass medium, along with newspapers, magazines, and motion pictures,
an entire generation of mass culture. About 1945, the appearance of television began to transform radio’s
content and role. Broadcast radio remained the most widely available electronic mass medium in the
world, though its importance in modern life did not match that of television, and in the early 21st century,
it faced yet more competitive pressure from digital satellite- and Internet-based audio services.
Based on the human voice, radio is a uniquely personal medium, invoking a listener’s imagination
to fill in mental images around the broadcast sounds. More readily and in a more widespread fashion than
any other medium, radio can soothe listeners with comforting dialogue or background music, or it can
bring them back into reality with breaking news. Since the birth of this medium, commercial broadcast
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