SỞ GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO KỲ THI CHỌN HỌC SINH GIỎI VÒNG TỈNH THPT

ĐÈ THI CHÍNH THỨC Môn: TIÉNG ANH

Thời gian: 180 phút (không kể thời gian giao để)
Ngày thi:
Chú ý: - Đe thi này gồm 1.1 trang.
- Thỉ sinh làm bài trực tiếp vào bản đề thi này.
- Thí sinh không được sử dụng tài liệu, kế cả từ điển.
- Giám thị không giải thích gì thêm.

CÁC GIÁM KHẢO

ĐIỀM CỦA TOÀN BÀI THI SỐ PHÁCH
(Họ, tên và chữ ký)
Bằng số Bằng chữ
1.

2.

PHÁCH ĐÍNH KÈM ĐỀ THI MÔN TIẾNG ANH

Số báo d a n h :...................Họ và tên thí s in h :............................................. Nam/nữ:

Ngày sin h :...........Đon v ị : .............................................................................................

CÁC GIÁM THỊ

SỐ PHÁCH
(Họ, tên và chữ ký)

1.

2.

Chú ý: - Thí sinh phải ghi đủ các mục ở phần trên theo sự hướng dẫn của giám thị;
- Thí sinh làm trực tiếp vào bản để thi có phách đính kèm này;
- Bài thỉ phải được viết bằng một loại bút, một thứ mực; không viết bằng mực đỏ, bút chì; không
được đảnh dấu hay làm ký hiệu riêng; phần viết hỏng phải dùng thước gạch chéo; không được tẩy, xóa
bằng bất kỳ cách gì (kể cả bút xóa).

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I. LISTENING: (40 POINTS)
You'll hear a number of different recordings and you'll have to answer questions on what you hear. There
will be time for you to read the instructions and questions and you will have a chance to check your work.
SECTION 1: (20 points)
You will hear a man talking first to a receptionist and then to a doctor at the health center. You should
answer the questions as you listen because you will not hear the recording a second time listen carefully
and write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
Temporary Patient Record Form
Name : Example
Peter Smith
Street address: 1 . __________________
Suburb: 2 . __________________
Phone number: 3.
Details of injury
Sport: Tennis
Type of injury: Sprained 4.
Date of injury: 5.
Previous treatment and current problems
The patient’s private doctor suggested treatment with 6 .___________.
The patient is unable to 7 .______________and he is experiencing some pain
in his 8 .______________at night.
Advice given
Stop using the 9.
Do regular 10._ at home

Your answers:
1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
6. 7. 8. 9. 10.

SECTION 2: (10 points)

You will hear five short extracts in which different people talk about doing without their mobile
phones.
For questions 11 — 15, choose from the list (A — H) what reason each speaker gives for doing
without their mobile phone. You will listen twice._______________________________________'
SPEAKERS REASONS
11. Speaker 1 A. it was too distracting
12. Speaker 2 B. it disappeared
13. Speaker 3 C. it was broken beyond repair
14. Speaker 4 D. it was someone else's fault
15. Speaker 5 E. it was not waterproof
F. it was stolen
G. it was lost
H. it needed expert attention
Your answers:
11. 12. 13. 14. 15.

SECTION 3: (10 points)

You will hear part of a radio interview with two academics, Anne Trowell and Jonathan Sims, on
internet technology. For questions 16 - 20, choose the answer (A, B, C or D) which fits best
according to what you hear.

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16. Anne and Jonathan agree that people become anxious when technology_____
A. begins to control their children’s lives.
B. establishes unsustainable connections.
C. forces a redefinition of social relations.
D. introduces feelings of inadequacy.

17. What point is made about changes in our relationship with technology?
A. The changes will require creative thinking.
B. Technology will have to be more tightly controlled.
C. People must learn to trust technology.
D. The changes will involve more attention to detail.

18. When talking about internet search engines, the speakers agree that_____
A. they are improving social interaction.
B. much information is oversimplified.
C. they sometimes lead to confusion.
D. basic knowledge is widely available.

19. How does Jonathan define the problem of increased connectivity between people?
A. It facilitates the communication of false emotion.
B. It decreases the likelihood of agreement.
C. It allows only a few people to compete for attention.
D. It makes human interaction dependent on machines.

20. What does Anne find striking about international news in the digital age?
A. the limited focus of the public
B. the diversity of the media used
C. the risks involved in reporting
D. the need for sensitivity in editing
Your answers:
16. 17. 1 18. 19. 20.

II. GRAMMAR - LEXICO: (60 POINTS )

Part 1. Question 21-40 (20points)
For questions 21-40, choose the correct answer A, B, C or D to each of the following questions and
write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes provided.
21. Although citizen-centered schemes involve residents in debates, full political is kept by local
councilors and MPs.
A. autonomy B. autarchy C. autocracy D. authority
22. Let me know of any pertinent developments, keep me in the_______.
A. sphere B. ring C. circle D. loop
23. My first impression of Vanessa was that she was very charming and she seemed totally at
ease with people.
A. exuberant B. urbane C. aloof D. compassionate
24. Having gained a_____ victory in the general elections, they proceeded with their ambitious
program.
A. galloping B. staunch C. landslide D. close-up
25. The idea of a nap in the middle of the day is quite_______to British people.
A. foreign B. distant C. remote D. unheard
26. Things got off to a ______when the team leader resigned from the project almost immediately.
A. false dawn B. false alarm C. false start D. false move
27. They were late for work because their car down.

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 A. got B. put C. cut D. broke
28. The authority down that building to build a supermarket.
A. knocked B. came C. went D. fell
2 9 .1 didn't get to see the end of that movie on TV last night. How did i t _______ out?
A. go B. make C. bring D. turn
30. He managed to ________the flow of blood by tightly bandaging the wound.
A. restrain B. check C. curb D. inhibit
3 1 .1 am putting my jo b ______by giving you this information.
A. on the point B. on the trot C. on the line D. on the verge
32. He is the________favourite to win the tournament of champions next week.
A. all-out B. far-fetched C. odds-on D. well-earned
33. The librarian advised us to take full advantage all the facilities available.
A. of B. at C. for D. about
34. The return on your investment will come in ____ at first, but you'll see a more steady flow of
income later.
A. bits and bobs B. dribs and drabs C. fingers and thumbs D. bibs and tuckers
35. Did you know that Linda is engaged__________a friend of mine?
A. to B. at C. for D. towards
36. The extensive winds that have been________Florida will move away as the weekend draws to a
close.
A. battering B. punching C. cracking D. thumping
37. Paul has just sold his________________car and intends to buy a new one.
A. black old Japanese B. Japanese old black
C. old black Japanese D. old Japanese black
38. Maria and Alex are having a conversation:
Maria: “Our environment is getting more and more polluted. Do you think so?”
Alex: “________________. It’s really worrying.”
A. I’ll think about that B. I don’t agree
C. I don’t think so D. I can’t agree more
39. Many people suspect that the vice president of the company has________________.
A. a hiding agenda B. a hidden agenda C. an agenda to hide D. an agenda hiding
40. She was a_______Catholic and, so far as I am aware, morally unassailable.
A. firm B. devout C. staunch D. strict
Your answers:
21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40

Part 2. Question 41-55 (15 points)

For questions 41-55, In most lines of the following text, there is one unnecessary word. It is either
grammatically incorrect or does not fit in with the sentence o f the text. For each numbered line 41-55,
find this word and then write in the box Some lines are correct. Indicate these lines with a tick fV) in
the box. (0) and (00) have been done as examples.____________________________________________
Freshwater Fish
Freshwater fish have a similar life cycle to birds. The female fish lays eggs o .v

but very few of species show any mother-care to their young. Fish are 00. o f
cold-blooded creatures, so it is left as to the water temperature to give the 41.
heat that it encourages the egg to hatch into the ‘fry’, which is the name 42.
given to young fish. Small fish crowd together for protection and to learn 43.
all the other behaviour that is necessary for their survival. Only very 44.
few them learn to escape the attentions of larger fish or the many other 45.
predators who live alongside of water. Fish continue to grow throughout 46.
the most of their lives. Unlike animals or birds, there is no easily seen 47.

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child or adult part to their growing up. Fish from healthy waters, where 48.
there is plentiful food, will reach to bigger sizes quicker than their less 49.
fortunate fellows, who strive to grow in a polluted strecth of water. The 50.
feeding style can be readily seen from the position of the each eyes and mouth 51.
on many freshwater fish. Genenally, those from fish that feed on the bottom 52.
of the river or pond have mouths that curve for downward. Surface feeders 53.
have a more longer lower jaw. Fish that move around any part of water for 54.
their food, taking any kind small particle that comes their way, have no visible 55.
teeth. They suck the food that they find straight into their mouths
Part 3. Use the correct form of the words in capitals to fit each gap. (20 points)
MARKETING SUGAR
Perhaps one of the biggest scams perpetrated on (56. WIT) __________ consumers has been the
marketing of (57. SUGAR)__________products as healthy choices. By focusing our attention away
from the harmful ingredient, advertisers avoid making (58. RIGHT)__________
(59. FRAUDULENCE) __________claims. Fruit juices are ‘full of vitamins’ and breakfast cereals
contain ‘all important fibre’. It can’t be denied that vitamins and fibre are (60. DISPENSE)__________
to a healthy, balanced diet; high levels of (61. REFINE) __________ sugar added to virtually all
processed foods, are not. A glance at the obligatory labeling information on products reveals just how
much of the harmful substance they contain. Despite this readily available information, we continue to
purchase (62. TANTALIZE)__________sweet foods and beverages. Rising (63. OBESE) __________
levels are a manifestation of this consumption. Since excess weight can significantly increase the risk of
disease, we would do well to ignore the (64. MANIPULATE)__________marketing that surreptitiously
influences our food preferences and (65. CONSUME)__________patterns.
Your answers:
56. 57. 58. 59. 60.
61. 62. 63. 64. 65.

Part 4. Question 66-70 (5points)

For questions 66-70, write the correct tense or form of each verb in brackets to complete the following
letter.
Dear Jane,
I’m sorry I haven’t written to you for so long, but I (BE)___(66)___very busy lately. All last month I had
exams, and I haven’t done anything else but study for ages. Anyway, I (STOP)___(67)___studying now,
and I am waiting for my exam results. As you can see from this letter, I have changed my address and live
in Croydon now. I decided that I wanted a change from central London because it has become so
expensive. A friend of mine (TELL)___(68)___me about this flat, and I moved here about two months
ago. When you (COME)___(69)___to London this Summer, please visit me. I am staying here until the
middle of August. Then I (GO)___(70)___on holiday to Scotland.
Please write to me soon,
Margaret.
Your answers:
66. 67. 68. 69. 70.

III. READING: (50 POINTS)

Part 1: Question 71-80 (10 points)
For questions 71-80, fill each o f the numbered blanks in the passage with ONE suitable word. Write
your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes provided.
Men have lived in groups and societies at all times and in all places, as (71)________as we know.
They do not seem able to survive as human beings ( 72)________they live in close cooperation with one
(7 3 )________. The most basic of these human groups is the family in its various forms. The most

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important reason for this is the simple fact that human beings take many years to (74)_________. In
infancy they are the most helpless of all earthly creatures. For several years after (75)______, a child has
to be (76 ) _______, clothed and protected day and night. In all societies such duties normally fall to a
family group of some (77)________.
Men form groups for countless (78) _______ reasons. For instance, it is (79) ______by
cooperating that they are able to control their environment and defend (80)_______.
Your answers:
71. 72. 73. 74. 75.
76. 77. 78. 79. 80.

Part 2: Question 81-90 (20points)

For questions 81-90, read the text below carefully and then do the following exercises and write the
answers in the corresponding numbered boxes.
Testing 1, 2 ,3 ,...
0. These are testing times. In both education and the field of work, the prevailing wisdom appears to be:
if it moves, test it and if doesn’t, well, test it anyway. I say wisdom, but it has become rather an
absession. In addition to the current obstacles, like GCSEs, A-levels, GNVQs, ONDs, and HNDs, not
to mention the interviews and financial hurdles that school-leavers have to overcome in order to access
higher education, students are facing the threat of “new tests”, Scholastic Aptitude Tests (SATs)
81. SATs are being imported from the United States, where they have been in use for nearly a hundred
years. As a supplement to A-levels, the tests purport to give students from poor backgrounds a better
chance of entering university. SATs are intended to remove the huge social class bias that exists in
British universities. But, in fact, they are, no more than an additional barrier for students. The tests,
which masquerade as IQ tests, are probably less diagnostic of student potential than existing
examinations, and, more seriously, are far from free of the bias that the supporters pretend.
82. First of all, as for any other tests, students will be able to take classes to cram for SATs, which again
will advantage the better-off. At a recent conference of the Professional Association of Teachers, it
was declared that school exams and tests are biased toward middle-class children. Further, the content
of the tests in question is not based on sound scientific theory, merely on a pool of Multiple Choice
Questions (MCQs), set up by a group of item writers.
83. The questions in SATs are tested on a representative sample of children. Those which correlate with
the school grades of the children are kept, and the rest discarded. This is highly unsatisfactory. There is
also evidence that in MCQs tests women are at a disadvantage, because of the way they think, i.e. they
can see a wider picture. And it is worth noting that MCQs are only as good as the people who write
them; so, unless the writers are highly trained, those who are being tested are being judged against the
narrow limitations of the item writers.
84. Globalisation has introduced greater flexibility into the workplace, but the educational system has not
been so quick off the mark. But there are signs that times are a changing. Previously, students took
exams at the end of academic terms, or at fixed dates periodically throughout the year. Now, language
examinations like the TOEFL, IELTs and the Pitman ESOL exams can be taken much more
frequently. The IELTs examination, for example, is run a test centre throughout the world subject to
demand. Where the demand is high, the test is held more frequently. At present, in London, it is
possible for students to sit the exam about four times a week.
85. Flexible assessment like the IELTs has been mooted in other areas. It has been suggested that the
students may in future be able to walk into a public library or other public building and take
assessment test for a range of skills on a computer. The computer will dispense an instant assessment
and a certificate. The beauty of this system is the convenience.

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For questions 81 - 85: This reading passage has 6 paragraphs. Choose the most suitable heading for
each paragraph from the list of headings below. Write the letters A-J in the corresponding numbered
boxes. One of the headings has been done for you.
Note: There are more headings than paragraphs, so you will not use all o f them.
YOU MAY USE ANY HEADING MORE THAN ONCE
List of Headings
A. Assessment in the future
B. The theory behind MCQs
C. Problem with SATs
D. Misuse of testing in School
E. The need for computer assessment
F. The benefits of SATs
G. Testing in workplace
H. The shortcoming of MCQs
I. Too much testing
J. Flexibility in language testing

Your answers:
0 .1 81. 82. 83. 84. 85.

For question 86- 90: Read the passage again and then decide whether the following statements agree
with the information in the Reading or not Write:
Yes if the statement agrees with the information in the passage.
No if the statement contradicts the information in the passage.
- No Information if there is no information about the statement in the passage.
Example:
0. SATs is the abbreviation of Scholastic Aptitude Tests.
Answer: Yes
86. In the fields of education and work the prevailing wisdom seems to be to test everything.
87. Research in genetics refutes the theory that people are predestined to follow certain careers.
88. Psychometric testing is favoured by headmaster and mistresses in many high schools.
89. The writer of this article is in favour of testing in general.
90. According to the writer, students get benefits from SATs

Your answers:
0. Yes 86. 87. 88. 89. 90.

Part 3: Question 91- 95 (10 points)

For questions 91- 95, you are going to read the following passage and choose the letter A, B, C or D to
indicate the correct answer to each of the questions. Write your answers in the corresponding
numbered boxes provided.

Most people know that a balanced diet and regular exercise are very important. However, most
people do not know how to exercise properly. Instead of concentrating on how to get the best results
efficiently and effectively, people usually rush through their workouts, or they make the same common
workout mistakes. Exercising the right way is important for people who are worried about their health and
their appearance. However, if someone is not working out properly, it is rare that he or she will see the
results he or she wants. Therefore, training experts have devised tips to teach people how to exercise

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correctly in order to achieve the greatest health benefits. If you want to achieve the best workout results,
here are a few helpful tips to bear in mind.

One of the most common workout mistakes is doing the same routine over and over again. This
does not challenge your muscles, and it can actually prevent muscles from growing and repairing
themselves. Instead of always sticking to the same old workout, it is important to change your routine
every six to eight weeks. It is also important to add a variety of workouts to your routine, such as
swimming, yoga, or biking, to make sure your whole body stays fit. This will help make your workouts
more interesting, and benefit your health and muscle development as well.

Another mistake people tend to make is to work out too hard, too often. Your body needs to rest
between workouts; otherwise, no progress will be made. It is best to keep the number of hard workout
routines to no more than two per week. Then, for those who don’t want to get off schedule by skipping a
day, shorter workouts of about twenty minutes can be used on other days. For more variety in workouts,
you could also plan an easier routine for forty to sixty minutes between days of shorter, more intense
workouts. Experts recommend, however, taking at least one day off completely each week, especially
after several hard workout days in a row.

In reality, no one is perfect. However, if you want to make a difference in your overall health,
there are some things you can do. Stretch before and after every workout. Do not rush your routine, and
do not work out too little or too much. Remember not to make these common workout mistakes, and
always have fun while exercising!

91. What is the main idea of this reading?

A. Daily exercise can often be bad for your health.
B. Working out properly is the only way to gain effective health results.
C. Most people know how to work out efficiently and effectively.
D. Adding a variety of workouts to your routine is not important
92. Which of the following statements is NOT correct?
A. Daily intense workouts help one stay healthy.
B. One’s body needs to rest between workouts.
C. A variety of exercises is better than doing the same one all the time.
D. It can be good to take a day off from exercising
93. Which word is closest in meaning to the word “stretch” in this reading?
A. Exaggerate B. Widen C. Make tight D. Extend or reach
94. What can be inferred about the mistakes people make when they work out?
A. They are very harmful to the body B. People who rarely work out make them.
C. People think it is OK to make them. D. Athletes would not make these mistakes
95. Why should you change your workout routine every six to eight weeks?
A. To challenge your muscles B. to become faster
C. To avoid bone problems D. To exercise your brain
Your answers:
91. 92. 93. 94. 95.

Part 4: Question 96-100 (10 points)

For questions 96 - 100, you are going to read the following passage and choose the most suitable
sentence from the list A to G for each gap from 96 to 100. There are two extra sentences which you do
not need to use. Write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes provided.
The days when only men would hold management positions are over. (96)______. Despite a
slowing economy, the number of women in management has risen to 16% in 1995, when it used to be less
than 9%. One result of this tendency is that women are now more accepted in these roles, and it has also
been found that women in management ease tension and gender conflict in the workplace.
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 A comprehensive nation-wide study of executive performance accidentally found that women
scored higher in almost all areas of performance evaluation, while compiling a large-scale analysis of 425
high-level managers. (9 7 )______. They tend to work harder behind the scenes, while men prefer the
glamorous, more aggressive side of management. The masculine approach is more suited to the
traditional style of business, where the boss would work alone and simply dictate orders to his staff. Now,
in the global information age, teamwork and partnership are increasingly important, and these are exactly
the areas where women excel.
(98)______. It may be that the same qualities that make women more effective as managers are
also holding them back. Most women get stuck in jobs which involve human resources or public
relations, while their skills make them highly suitable for this type of work. However, the posts in these
areas rarely lead to the top. Ambitious women are frustrated by this, and many left to start their own
companies. Another reason why women are overlooked for promotion is that men are seen as more
dynamic and competitive. Women tend to work for the good of the company as a whole, while men are
looking out for themselves. Some bosses may interpret the feminine approach as showing a lack of vision.
A woman will often adopt the strategy of making people think that they are the authors of new ideas, so
that they will co-operate with her plan. Although this is an effective way of achieving an objective, the
result is that she will lose credit for her creativity and innovation.
It is also surprising to learn that the greatest prejudice against female bosses comes from women
themselves. In a recent Gallup poll, 70% of men said that they would be prepared to accept a female boss,
compared to 66% of women. (99)______. Since nearly all bosses used to be male, women feel more
comfortable being supervised by a man than by another woman. Some women also feel that a male boss
is less demanding and he feels more relaxed about being in a position of authority. Since women have to
work harder to get to the top, they expect more of their staff when they get there.
In conclusion, although more and more women are rising to higher positions, there are still many
deep-rooted prejudices and double standards that keep them from achieving the very top positions.
Companies may say that they value interpersonal skills, but they still look for a leader who is decisive and
a risk taker. (100)______. Although women have proved that they are capable of leading a company, it
seems that they will not get the chance to do so until they are prepared to start their own businesses.

A. One possible reason for this is that of tradition

B. Areas where women are particularly effective are in supporting their staff, and sharing information
C. More and more women are moving into top jobs in the USA
D. Although women are not as decisive as men, they still play an important role in social work
E. Although the number of women in middle management is on the increase, there are still few women
running large companies
F. These qualities are perceived as being mainly masculine
G. These positions are held by females
Your answers:
96. 97. 98. 99. 100.

IV. WRITING: (50 POINTS)

Part 1: Question 101-105 (10 points)
For questions 101-105, use the word(s) given in brackets and make any necessary additions to
complete a new sentence in such a way that it is as similar as possible in meaning to the original
sentence. Do NOT change the form of the given word(s).

101. The result of the match was a deep disappointment to the fan (DEEPLY)
=> The fa n ...........................................................................................................................................
102. He got over his operation very quickly. (RECOVERY)
=> He m ade.........................................................................................................................................
103. The book was not as good as he had hoped. (EXPECTATIONS)
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=> The book........................................................................................................
104. The two theories appear to be completely different. (COMMON)
=> The two theories appear to have....................................................................
105. Although he took a taxi, Jack still arrived late for the conference. (SPITE)
=> I n ..................... ............................................................................................

Part 2: Question 106-110 (10 points)

For questions 106-110, finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means the same as
the sentence printed before it
106. Although he was very tired, he agreed to play tennis.
=> T ired.............................................................................................................................................
107.1 left without saying goodbye as I didn’t want to disturb the meeting.
=> Rather.............................................................................................................................................
108.1 dislike it when people criticise me unfairly.
=> I object............................................................................................................................................
109. She listens more sympathetically than anyone else I know.
=> She is a............................................................................................................................................
110. The thief tried to escape but the police stopped him.
=> The police prevented.......................................................................................................................

Part 3: Write an essay at least 250 words about the following topic: (30 points)
Most people are shopping online today than ever before. Why do people choose to shop this
way? Are there any disadvantages to shopping online? Include reasons and relevant examples to
support your opinion.

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