ĐỀ CHÍNH THỨC
SỞ GDĐT QUẢNG NAM
TRƯỜNG THPT ÂU CƠ
(Đề gồm có 04 trang)
KIỂM TRA GIỮA KỲ I NĂM HỌC 2024-2025
Môn: Tiếng Anh – Lớp 12
Thời gian: 60 phút (không kể thời gian giao đề)
MÃ ĐỀ 501
I. LISTENING: (2.5pts)
PART 1. For questions 1-5, listen to the conversation and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate
the best answer to each of the following questions.
Question 1: What was she like when she was small?
A. Talkative and short-sighted B. Quiet and educated
C. Smart and attractive D. Beautiful but absent-minded
Question 2: What is true about the test Nguyen Thi Due took?
A. It was international. B. It took place in 1974.
C. It was in Hai Duong. D. It was for men only.
Question 3: What did Nguyen Thi Due do after the test?
A. She lived in a royal family. B. She worked with her teachers.
C. She worked as a teacher. D. She moved back to her town.
Question 4: What happened to Nguyen Thi Due when the Mac Dynasty ended?
A. She had to share a title. B. She was defeated.
C. She moved to an island. D. She was imprisoned.
Question 5: What is the conversation about?
A. Minh’s favourite historical figures.
B. History lessons at Nguyen Thi Due High School.
C. The history of the Mac Dynasty in Viet Nam.
D. The role of women in Vietnamese history.
PART 2. Listen to a talk about some green initiatives and decide whether the statements are True
(T) or False (F).
Question 6: Sustainable living is now rare, with many global initiatives promoting eco-friendly
practices.
A. True B. False
Question 7: In 2010, Sundrop Farms launched its first pilot site in South Austria.
A. True B. False
Question 8: Solar glass would be useful for architects when they design sustainable buildings.
A. True B. False
Question 9: AirCarbon helps reduce carbon emissions by capturing greenhouse gases and
transforming them into plastic.
A. True B. False
Question 10: The Seabin is used to clean oceans near shorelines.
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A. True B. False
II. READING: (2,5pts)
PART 1. Read the following passage carefully and then choose the best option to fit each
numbered blank.
Alexander Hamilton was born on January 11, 1755 or 1757 in the West Indies. Due to his
mother’s lack of marital status, Hamilton was not seen as a legitimate child and was thus denied
access to church schools. When his mother died, he was adopted by a merchant in Nevis, where he
worked as a clerk. During his time in Nevis, Hamilton continued to write; one of his essays
impressed the community leaders so much that they worked together and collected funds to send
Hamilton to the colonies.
Hamilton served in the revolutionary war, during which time he worked his way through
battles and earned himself a place aiding General Washington. After the war, Hamilton was elected
into the Congress of the Confederation. He was dissatisfied with the decentralized government that
was set up and the inability to raise money from the states to pay the soldiers.
Hamilton was involved in the Constitution Convention but did not fully agree with the
document; despite his disagreements, he promoted the document because he believed it was a vast
improvement over the Articles of Confederation. He pushed the ratification of the Constitution,
teaming up with John Jay and James Madison to write the Federalist papers, which were often cited
when pushing for the Constitution’s ratification.
Alexander Hamilton was appointed as the country’s first Secretary of The Treasury on
September 11, 1789. During his time as Secretary of the Treasury Hamilton helped write economic
policies, develop the funding of state debts, establish the national bank, create a national currency, a
system of tariffs, and a peaceful trade relationship with Britain. After his time in politics finished,
Alexander Hamilton went back to New York to practice law. He died in a duel with Aaron Burr in
Weehawken, New Jersey on July 12, 1804.
(Source: https://poole.ncsu.edu/)
Question 11: When was Alexander Hamilton appointed as the first Secretary of the Treasury?
A. September 11, 1787 B. September 11, 1789 C. July 4, 1776 D. January 11, 1755
Question 12: Which best serves as the title for the passage?
A. A brief history of Alexander Hamilton.
B. Founding Fathers of the United States.
C. Pursuing your dream no matter what.
D. An unbecoming historical figure.
Question 13: According to paragraph 1, what can be concluded from Alexander Hamilton’s
childhood?
A. Hamilton had a miserable youth which left him a pessimistic attitude to life.
B. Hamilton boasted an incomplete yet happy childhood at a Caribbean orphanage.
C. He experienced a series of misfortunes but still thrived and overcame them all.
D. His hard time from childhood became the incentives for him to join the army.
Question 14: The word “elected” in paragraph 2 is CLOSEST in meaning to ________.
A. locked B. transferred C. appointed D. voted
Question 15: The word “it” in paragraph 3 refers to ________.
A. government B. document C. ratification D. confederation
PART 2. 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.
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Vietnam is a country with a rich and diverse culture, shaped by its history and the many ethnic
groups that call it home. The majority of the population is made up of the Kinh people, but there are
53 other ethnic minority groups, each with their own unique traditions and customs. The Kinh people
are primarily located in the (16)________, while the minority groups are scattered throughout the
mountainous regions. This diverse mix of cultures has created a fascinating tapestry of traditions,
languages, and beliefs.
The Vietnamese culture is deeply rooted in family and community. Traditional families often
have three or four generations living under (17)_______ same roof, with a strong emphasis on
respect for elders. Confucianism has also played a significant role in shaping Vietnamese society,
particularly in the traditional roles of men and women. (18)_______, in recent years, there has been a
growing movement towards gender equality, with the government enacting laws to promote more
equitable family relations.
Vietnamese culture is also characterized by a strong emphasis on community and living in
harmony (19)________ nature. This is reflected in the traditional costumes of many ethnic groups,
which are often made from natural fibers like silk, cotton, and pineapple yarn. These materials are
durable, breathable, and well-suited to the tropical climate of Vietnam.
Despite the differences between the various ethnic groups, there is a strong sense of solidarity
and cooperation among them. This unity has been forged through centuries of shared history,
including times of war and peace. The Vietnamese government is working to (20)________ the gap
between the lowland and mountainous communities, striving to ensure that all citizens have access to
the same opportunities and resources.
(Source: https://vietnamembassy-usa.org/culture/ethnic-groups)
Question 16: A. lowlands B. cities C. communities D. countries
Question 17: A. an B. aC. the D. X
Question 18: A. Moreover B. Although C. Because D. However
Question 19: A. of B. on C. for D. with
Question 20: A. have B. bridge C. keep D. take
III. LANGUAGE: (2.5pts)
PART 1. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined
part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
Question 21: A. miss B. fight C. rich D. skip
Question 22: A. product B. adopt C. costume D. poem
PART 2. Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions.
Question 23: Thomas Edison's ________achievement in developing the first practical electric light
bulb revolutionized the way the world illuminated the night.
A. unimpressed B. impressive C. impression D. impressively
Question 24: 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. artistic B. military C. musical D. literary
Question 25: My best friend's house is near the beach, ______ is great for relaxing and taking walks.
A. who B. that C. which D. whom
Question 26: A popular Vietnamese ________ is Bun Cha, which includes grilled pork and noodles.
A. speciality B. meal C. dessert D. beverage
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Question 27: Despite numerous successes, he ________ after a long battle with pancreatic cancer.
A. passed away B. came across C. got over D. took on
Question 28: While Dang Thuy Tram ______ her duty in Quang Ngai Province, the cruel enemy
killed her.
A. was doing B. did C. do D. were doing
Question 29: He enjoys playing ________ guitar in his free time.
A. aB. an C. the D. Ø
Question 30: Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the
underlined word in the following question.
Apple products were not only designed to be cutting-edge technology, but also to be stylish and easy
to use.
A. modern B. flexible C. old-fashioned D. simple
IV. WRITING (2,5 pts)
PART 1. Choose the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction.
Question 31: Vo Thi Sau was caught while she tried to attack some French soldiers.
A. tried B. to attack C. was caught D. French
Question 32: My brother dropped out of school at 15, that made it harder for him to find a job.
A. that B. out C. at D. for
PART 2.
Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means the same as the sentence
printed before it.
Question 33: During his visit to Japan, my father bought a lot of souvenirs.
=> While __________________________________________________________.
Question 34: I have not seen him for ten years.
=> The last time I ___________________________________________________ .
Use the given words/phrases below to make meaningful sentences. You can make additions or
changes if necessary.
Question 35: Vo Thi Sau / be / a school girl / when / she / join / the Viet Minh.
=>Z________________________________________________________________.
Question 36: Our school club / look / volunteers / join / new campaign.
=>Z________________________________________________________________.
PART 3. Write a biography (180 words) of Pelé. Select and combine information from the outline
below.
Pelé is one of the greatest football players of all time.
Childhood and Education
- Born: October 23, 1940, in Tres Coracoes, Brazil,
- Learnt to play football with a makeshift ball
- Be talented at a young age/ join the youth team of Bauru Athletic
Achievements
- Scored his first professional goal for Santos FC at the age of 16
- Won 3 FIFA World Cups with the Brazilian national team in 1958, 1962 and 1970
- Be known for his extraordinary goal-scoring record, having scored over 1,000 career goals
Family
- Play a significant role in his life, with his father being a major influence on his early interest in
football
Later years and Death
- Remained actively engaged in football in his later years.
- Died: December 29, 2022 in São Paulo, Brazil
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