BEN HAI LOWER AND UPPER ĐỀ KIỂM TRA HỌC KỲ I LỚP 11
SECONDARY SCHOOL MÔN THI: TIẾNG ANH
Thời gian: 45 phút
Ngày thi: ............./............./2024
Họ tên: ................................................... Lớp: .............. Số báo danh: ..............
A. LISTENING
Part 1: Listen and choose the correct answer. You will hear Frank talking
about a holiday he had. You will hear the passage twice
1. Where did Frank go?
A. to the mountains B. to the seaside C. to the country
2. How long did it take to get there?
A. 1h30 B. 40 minutes C. half an hour
3. Where did Frank stay?
A. at a hotel B. at a friend’s house C. in a campsite
4. Frank thinks the holiday was ________
A. great B. great fun. C. longer.
5. Where’s Frank going next year?
A. to the same place B. He’ll visit a foreign city. C. He hasn’t
decided yet.
Part 2: Listen to a talk about effect of global warming and fill in the gap with
NO MORE THAN ONE WORD or NUMBER. You will hear the passage twice
Effects of Global Warming on Weather Patterns
6. Average temperature ___________ (6) degree Celsius rise since 1900
Small change = big effect on weather
7. Extreme weather = different from __________(7) percent of past
8. e.g. more floods, drought, ______________(8)
9. more water to atmosphere cause droughts, heavy rain and __________ (9)
10.Global warming: scientists:
+ not sure more hurricanes.
+ know large hurricanes become much ______________ (10)
B. READING COMPREHENSION
Part 1: Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, or C to
indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered
blanks. How to make a building environmentally-friendly
The cost of energy is increasing while global warming is causing more and more
damage to our ecosystems. Many buildings are not good for the environment
because they need a lot of energy to run. For example, they need energy to heat
them (11) _____, cool them down and power almost everything inside. So, how can
we make buildings environmentally-friendly, help the planet and save money all at
the same time?
Let’s think about how we can power our homes first of all. How about (12) _____solar
panels on the roof? Solar panels are the cheapest way to create energy. They
change sunlight into electricity which we can use to power our electronic devices
and produce hot water. This means we don’t have to use fossil fuels such as coal, oil
and gas which produce a lot of (13) _____ gases.
Now let’s see how we can stop the cold getting in and the heat getting out. Double-
glazed windows have two pieces of glass and they help to stop heat entering or
escaping the home. They cut down on the amount of energy you need to use in the
building and help keep it at a (14) _____ temperature. This also (15) _____ the
amount of carbon emissions we produce because we don’t need to use as much
electricity.
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A lot of buildings now use double-glazed windows, but what about solar panels? It
has been around half a century since they built the first solar-powered building, the
‘Solar One’. Why haven’t we installed solar panels on all our buildings yet? Knowing
their benefits, what have we got to lose?
11. A. on B. up C. over
12. A. install B. to install C. installing
13. A. pollution B. carbon C. greenhouse
14. A. reasoning B. reasonable C. reasonably
15. A. reduces B. avoids C. releases
Part 2: Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, or C to
indicate the correct ansswer
Bunpimay: Laos' Water Festival
Bunpimay, the Lao New Year, is a vibrant and refreshing celebration that marks the
transition into a new year. This traditional festival, held annually from the 13th to
the 15th of April according to the Lao Buddhist calendar, is synonymous with the
joyous act of water splashing.
The heart of Bunpimay lies in its symbolic cleansing. As water cascades over
people, it's believed to wash away the misfortunes of the past year, leaving
individuals pure and ready for a fresh start. The act of splashing water on others is
not merely a playful act; it's a gesture of blessing, friendship, and respect. People of
all ages participate, from young children to the elderly, creating a truly communal
atmosphere.
Beyond the fun and frolic, Bunpimay is deeply rooted in Lao culture and Buddhist
traditions. Before the revelry begins, people visit temples to offer prayers and seek
blessings from monks. This spiritual aspect of the festival highlights the
importance of gratitude and reverence. The celebration also serves as an
opportunity for families to reunite and strengthen bonds.
In recent years, Bunpimay has gained international recognition, attracting tourists
from around the world who are eager to experience this unique cultural
phenomenon. While the festivities have evolved over time, the essence of
Bunpimay remains unchanged. It continues to be a time for joy, renewal, and the
strengthening of community ties.
16. What is the main idea of the passage?
A. Bunpimay is a religious festival in Laos. B. Bunpimay is a cultural
festival in Laos.
C. Bunpimay is a water festival in Laos.
17. What does the act of splashing water symbolize during Bunpimay?
A. A playful act of fun. B. A way to cleanse oneself of past
misfortunes.
C. A way to show respect to elders.
18. The word "highlights" in the passage is closest in meaning to________
A. celebrates. B. emphasizes. C. hides.
19. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a reason why people participate in
Bunpimay?
A. To pray for blessings. B. To strengthen family bonds.
C. To attract international tourists.
20. Based on the passage, what can you infer about the social impact of
Bunpimay?
A. It weakens family ties. B. It promotes community spirit. C. It leads to
social unrest.
C. WRITING
Part 1: Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the underlined part the
needs correction in each of the following sentences.
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21.In the past years, high economical growth has enabled Viet Nam to raise
people's living standards.
A.in B. has enabled C. economical D. to raise
22.All the volunteers are keen on participate in a trip to Summer Camp in
Singapore.
A. keen B. in C. volunteers D. participate
Part 2: Rewrite the following sentences, using cues .
23. Why don/t we join SSEAWP?
- They suggested _______________________________________________________________
24. Viet Nam has contributed to ASEAN/s development for past many years
(contribution)
- Viet Nam has ________________________________________________________________
25. Valerie doesn’t agree that she will work late at the weekend.
- Valerie objects _________________________________________________________________R
26. When farmers use too much toxic chemicals for their farms, they contribute to global
warming. . (Using Present participle)
- _____________________________________________________________________________________
Part 3: Write a short paragraph
Write a short paragraph (about 100-120 words) about the benefits for the
youths to join ASEAN Programmes.
________________________________________________
TỜ BÀI LÀM
KIỂM TRA HKI TIẾNG ANH 11- NĂM HỌC 2024-2025
Họ tên: ………………………..……... Lớp: …… SBD:……….
Sinh ngày: ……… tháng …… năm……….
Ngày thi: …...../……../2024
ĐIỂM CHỮ KÍ/ GHI RÕ HỌ TÊN MÃ ĐỀ
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PHÁCH
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I. LISTENING:
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
II. READING COMPREHENSION:
11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20.
III. WRITING:
21. 22.
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