BỘ ĐỀ THI THPT QUỐC GIA MÔN TIẾNG ANH Đề 50

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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 the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
1. A. prioritise B. privacy C. determined D. strive
2. A. chooses B. increases C. releases D. practises
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the
other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions.
3. A. confusion B. pollution C. influence D. removal
4. A. renewable B. influential C. advantageous D. beneficial
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs
correction in each of the following questions.
5. That manufacturer is not only raising his prices but also decreasing the production of
A B C
his product as well.
D
6. Jason’s professor had him to rewrite his thesis many times before allowing him to present
A B C
it to the committee.
D
7. Food prices have raised so rapidly in the past few months that some families ABC have
A B C
been forced to change their eating habits.
D
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of
the following questions.
8. Beginning in August, free parking ________ available to anyone taking the commuter train
from Green City.
A. were B. to be C. being D. will be
9. My neighbor is ________ photographer; let’s ask him for ________ advice about color film.
A. a – ∅ B. the — the C. a — the D. the — an
10. Kelly wanted to have a live band ________ at her wedding.
A. to be played B. play C. played D. been playing
11. Without the proper card installed inside the computer, ________ impossible to run a
graphical programme.
A. is definitely B. because of C. it is D. is
12. Unfortunately, your letter arrived after the final date for application. ________ ,we cannot
consider you for the post.
A. As result B. That is because
C. Consequently D. To this
13. A little farther down the street________.

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A. is the house I used to stay at

B. there is a house where I used to stay in
C. the house is the place where I used to stay
D. is there a house in which I used to stay
14. We had to spend the whole month searching for better solutions, and ________ customers
were impressed by our efforts.
A. fortunate B. fortunes C. fortune D. fortunately
15. Wild animals should always be treated with________.
A. concern B. worry C. caution D. protection
16. The river has been polluted by ________ waste.
A. endangered B. environment C. disease D. industrial
17. She had to hand in her notice ________ advance when she decided to leave the job.
A. in B. from C. with D. to
18. I have given ________ all my old books. We just didn’t have enough space in the
apartment.
A. out B. away C. in D. of
19. The robbers packed the money into a suitcase and ________ in a van that waited for them in
the street.
A. put through B. rolled over C. carried away D. made off
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to
complete each of the following exchanges.
20. “I believe you can do it. Don’t be so anxious, Helen.” “________”
A. You can say that again. B. I’m sorry, but it’s not possible.
C. You bet! Don’t give up. D. Thanks. But I’m really nervous.
21. Patient: “Can I make an appointment to see the doctor, please?”
Receptionist: “________”
A. Not at the moment. He can’t be disturbed.
B. OK, you will need to check my diary.
C. OK, let me just check the diary.
D. Have a seat and I’ll be with you in an hour.
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in
meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
22. I prefer to talk to people face to face rather than to talk on the phone.
A. facing them B. in person
C. looking at them D. seeing them
23. These were the people who advocated using force to stop school violence.
A. openly criticised B. publicly said
C. publicly supported D. strongly condemned
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in
meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

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24. Inadequate supply of oxygen to the blood can cause death within minutes.
A. Nonexistent B. Sufficient
C. Rich D. Useful
25. The thieves hid their precious possessions in the well.
A. priceless B. worthless
C. valuable D. invaluable
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in
meaning to each of the following questions.
26. Scientists say forests are being destroyed by air pollution.
A. Forests are being destroyed by pollution, scientists say.
B. Scientists are blamed for destroying forests.
C. Scientists say that there's much air pollution in the forests.
D. Scientists blame air pollution for the destruction of forests.
27. Even though Julie is a champion swimmer, she still practises every day.
A. Julie practises every day despite the fact that she is a champion swimmer.
B. Even though Julie practises every day, she is still a champion swimmer.
C. If Julie practises every day, she’ll be a champion swimmer.
D. Julie swims every day; consequently, she is a champion swimmer.
28. Many people enjoy collecting books because they enjoy reading.
A. It is because many people enjoy reading that they enjoy collecting books.
B. Enjoying collecting books is the reason that makes many people enjoy reading books.
C. It is because many people enjoy collecting books that they enjoy reading.
D. Many people enjoy collecting books, which makes them read books.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to complete
each of the following sentences.
29. ________ , they slept soundly.
A. Hot though was the night air B. Hot as was the night air
C. Hot although the night air was D. Hot as the night air was
30. ________ , the examinees know it was time to stop.
A. To have been heard the bell B. To hear the bell
C. Heard the bell D. Hearing the bell
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate
the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 31 to 35.
Industrialization and Pollution
Industrialization has provided us with material comfort and modem (31) _________.
Electrical appliances and efficient gadgets ease our daily chores. Yet, there is a heavy price tag
attached to this convenience. Large-scale industrialization is killing the world.
Today there is a strong emphasis on the halt of CFC usage. CFCs, otherwise known as
chloro-fluoro-carbons, are ozone depleting chemicals. They (32) _________ bum a hole in the
earth's atmosphere and we, on the Earth, suffer from the strong radiation (33) _________ by the
sun's rays. Household (34) _________ like refrigerators, aerosol cans, air-conditioners and

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styrofoam containers contain ozone depleting chemicals.

The hole in the sky allows harmful radiation to reach the Earth. As a result, the temperature
on the Earth will (35) _________. This is alarming because polar ice-caps will melt in the heat.
Ocean levels will rise and islands will gradually be flooded.
31. A. convenient B. convenience C. conveniences D. inconveniences
32. A. truly B. hardly C. already D. practically
33. A. emit B. emits C. emitting D. emitted
34. A. things B. items C. pieces D. amounts
35. A. raise B. raising C. rise D. rising
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 36 to 42.
Say Sayonara to Sushi?
There are few meals as nutritious as a plate of fresh fish. Whether eaten steamed or raw, fish
provides our bodies with healthy fats and it tastes great, too. Yet for years, the fishing industry
has practised overfishing, depleting the world’s oceans. It has been estimated that 85 percent of
stocks worldwide have been diminished to a dangerous level. Statistics show that the average
person consumes more than four times as much fish as someone from the 1950s. As the world’s
population grows and more people are able to afford pricier foods, the problem will likely get
worse.
In truth, knowledge of the shortage of fish is not something new. Since the late 1980s,
despite increased technology and a greater demand for fish, the total global catch has not
increased. Eager to make a buck, some fishermen have resorted to illegal tactics to catch more
fish and increase their income. They will violate regulations by fishing in waters that are
supposed to be off-limits. To make
matters worse, they often use mile-long drift nets which trap and kill large numbers of
unwanted marine life for no reason at all. These practices only serve to destroy fishes’ habitats
and speed up the rate of population decline.
As a result of dwindling fish supplies, many nations are turning to farmed fish. About half
of the fish sold today is derived from this practice. Supporters point out its efficiency and that it
is more feasible to support populations in this manner than with land animals. However, there
are still many hurdles to overcome. Many of the current farm fisheries are poorly run by their
owners. Poor practices can lead to marine pollution, as waters can be filled with fish manure
and extra feed that is not consumed. Some farmed fish have limited space, which causes
disease. This in turn can lead to health issues for the people who consume the fish.
Still, some regard fish farming as the way of the future. They suggest that with a few
modifications, it would be possible to meet the growing demand for fish. Others have suggested
more drastic measures, such as placing a ten-year ban on capturing some species, to deal with
the shortage. These people argue that a decade would provide sufficient time for the fish
population to replenish itself back to healthy levels. Hopefully, nations can come together and
agree upon an effective course of action before it is too late.
36. What is the main problem mentioned in the passage?

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A. Not enough people are buying fish.

B. The world’s fish population is declining.
C. The price of fish is too expensive.
D. Too many fishermen have lost their jobs.
37. The amount of fish caught annually has ________ over the past two decades.
A. increased B. stayed the same
C. dropped by a lot D. disappeared
38. Which of the following best describe drift nets?
A. They are supported by many nations.
B. They are an advanced technology with many benefits.
C. They don’t have any effect on fish anymore.
D. They are a dangerous and harmful tool.
39. Which of the following best matches the meaning of the word “hurdles” in paragraph 3?
A. prayers B. blessings C. benefits D. obstacles
40. The word “they” in the last paragraph refers to________.
A. campaigns B. organizations C. fisheries D. supporters
41. What does the passage suggest about farmed fishing?
A. It could work with some modifications.
B. It is perfect just the way it is.
C. It is perfectly not going to help the problem.
D. It is without a doubt the way to go.
42. Why might fishermen stop catching fish for 10 years?
A. They feel sorry for the fish.
B. The oceans have become too dangerous.
C. They hope it will create higher numbers of fish.
D. They believe better technology will be available then.
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 43 to 50
The Wonders of Wetlands
If you’re searching for scenic places or areas, visiting wetlands probably won’t be high on
your list. Wetlands are areas of land that are often saturated with water and they are quite an
eyesore. Although they might not look very pretty, they play an important part in keeping the
environment clean and suitable for plant and animal life.
With the exception of Antarctica, wetlands occur naturally on every continent. There are
many different types of wetlands on the Earth, including bogs, swamps, and marshes. Along
with rainforests, they are among the most diverse places on the Earth. In addition to
naturally-occurring wetlands, humans are creating artificial ones for a number of purposes
related to water management.
One of the main benefits of wetlands is that they can prevent floods. They do so by storing
water temporarily and then slowly releasing it over time. Wetlands operate similarly to a
sponge. When it rains heavily and water levels rise, they absorb the excess water. This prevents

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runoff from entering streams and keeping them from overflowing. Then, when water levels
become low in the future, they will release it. In many cases, wetlands offer a much more
affordable solutions than dams. However, it’s important to note that wetlands, like dams, don’t
eliminate all dangers from flooding. In cases of extremely heavy rainfall, wetlands can fill up
and any additional water will start to run off.
Wetlands can also play a part in water purification. Agricultural practices, urban runoff, and
sewage waste are a major cause of water pollution. Wetlands contain plants and organisms that
can reduce this pollution by filtering out unwanted substances such as chemicals, and
decomposing matter, as well as sediment.
Wetlands have additional benefits for the environment as well. They can help to feed nearby
fish populations by releasing vegetative matter to rivers. Also,
many amphibians use wetlands as breeding grounds because it provides places for foraging and
the shallow water they require for reproduction. Some birds also use wetlands for migration, as
they can settle in trees and then raid the wetland’s waters for fish when they’re hungry.
Although wetlands may not look pretty, it’s clear that they are capable of doing the dirty work
required to keep our planet clean and ensure that the circle of life remains unbroken.
43. What does the first paragraph suggest about wetlands?
A. They are quite difficult to locate.
B. They are popular with tourists.
C. They are usually quite ugly.
D. They don’t contain any animals.
44. The word “ones” in paragraph 2 refers to________.
A. types B. places C. marshes D. rainforests
45. What is the fourth paragraph mainly about?
A. How wetlands help clean water
B. Cities that benefit from wetlands
C. Why farmers need wetlands
D. How wetlands stop floods
46. Which of the following statements about birds and wetlands is true?
A. Birds like to stay at wetlands for the entire year.
B. Birds aren’t able to catch a lot of food at wetlands.
C. Birds use wetlands because they can reproduce in the water.
D. Wetlands provide a place to stay and a nice food supply for birds.
47. All of the following are benefits of wetlands EXCEPT that________.
A. they can prevent floods
B. they are important to solve of water pollution
C. they are good places for tourists
D. they offer habitats to several species
48. According to the passage, which statement is true?
A. Wetlands play an important part in the ecosystem.

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B. Wetlands occur naturally on every continent.

C. Wetlands can prevent all dangers from flooding.
D. Wetlands can filter out unwanted substances with chemicals.
49. Which type of the following is an example of the amphibians?
A. fish B. toads C. birds D. mammals
50. The phrase “the dirty work” in the last paragraph is closest in meaning to
A. pollution B. difficult tasks C. dark skies D. popular jobs

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