SỞ GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO KỲ THI HỌC SINH GIỎI LỚP 10, 11 THPT Số phách

THÁI BÌNH NĂM HỌC 2023-2024

ĐỀ CHÍNH THỨC Môn: TIẾNG ANH 11

(Đề thi gồm: 08 trang) Thời gian làm bài: 120 phút; không kể thời gian giao
đề

Mã đề thi: 201
I. LISTENING (3.75 pts)
Part 1. Listen and fill the gaps in the summary with a word/phrase. Write NO MORE THAN
TWO WORDS for each answer.
The demographic cohort born between 1980 and 1996, are known as (1) ____ Their offspring often feel
that they fail to (2) ______ them. The main reason for this is a difference of opinions between one generation
and the other regarding beliefs and values, referred to as the (3) ______. Generation Z’s have grown up
with (4) _______ technology and see modern electronic devices as a necessity rather than a luxury. An
important way for parents to support their adolescent kids in appropriate use of high-tech gadgets is to try to
understand their values and (5) _______.
Your answers:
1. …………… 2. ………………. 3. ……………… 4. ……………. 5. ………..…..

Part 2. You will hear an interview with Sharon Gravy, who has just published a book on youth culture
and illness. For questions 6-10, choose the answer (A, B, C or D) which best fits what you hear. Write
your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes on your answer sheet.
Question 6: Sharon’s perspective on the diet habits of young people is that ______.
A. youngsters show no interest in food B. eating disorders are not a major problem
C. they are too strict about what they eat D. issues unrelated to food affect what they eat
Question 7: The rise in the number of cases of “tinnitus” is alarming because ______.
A. people may be unaware they have it B. it can be untreatable
C. its causes are not always clear D. the condition only afflicts the young
Question 8: According to Sharon, when it comes to illnesses, young people ______.
A. are often ignorant of potential treatments B. ignore symptoms
C. do not care enough about prevention D. are not prepared to pay for treatments
Question 9: As far as exposure to the sun is concerned, Sharon feels that many young people ______.
A. underestimate the risks B. do not know that it can lead to skin cancer
C. should opt for sun ray lamp treatment D. distrust statistics
Question 10: Sharon feels the number of problems would be fewer if young people ______.
A. joined more groups B. showed more independence
C. were more adventurous D. learned to recognise symptoms
Your answers:
6. …………… 7. ………………. 8. ……………… 9. ……………. 10. ………..…..

Part 3. Listen to a podcast on climate change and decide whether the following statements are True (T),
False (F) according to what you hear.
Question 11._________ A 1.5 degree rise in temperature makes virtually no difference to the world we are living in.
Question 12._________ There is little likelihood of the aviation undergoing carbon neutral due to some
governments’ objections.
Question 13.________ Annually, the number of people suffering from exceptional heatwaves increases by 65
million.
Question 14._________ Notwithstanding the melted ice rivers, the number of people lacking water for daily
lives will increase twofold.
Question 15._________ Continually rising carbon emission is synonymous with a world ridden with disasters.
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Your answers:
11. …………… 12. ……………. 13. …………… 14. ……………. 15. ………..…..

II. LEXICO – GRAMMAR (5.0 pts)

Part 1. (3.75 pts) Choose the best answer A, B, C or D in each of the following questions.
Question 16: Sarah ___________and can often predict changes in market trends before they happen.
A. keeps her ear to the ground B. is all ears
C. turns a blind eye D. plays it by ear
Question 17: ______ the last-minute assignment, she could have joined her family for the weekend getaway to
the scenic mountains.
A. Were she not to accept B. Had she not accepted
C. Had not she accepted D. Were she not accepted
Question 18: Unlike his colleagues who swiftly climbed the corporate ladder in their early twenties, James
didn't display any ___________ but remained humble and focused.
A. airs and graces B. bells and whistles C. odds and ends D. leads and lags
Question 19: The traditional printing press technology fell into ______ with the advent of digital publishing
methods.
A. disuse B. misuse C. abuse D. unuse
Question 20: Cookies ______ by the renowned pastry chef highlighted in the gourmet journal ______ by
connoisseurs worldwide.
A. were crafted / enjoyed B. crafted/enjoyed C. crafted/to be enjoyed D. crafted/were
enjoyed
Question 21: The industrial pollution in the area continues to ______ the once vibrant coral reefs, posing a
severe threat to marine biodiversity.
A. take out B. snuff out C. ease off D. pile up
Question 22: After attending the concert, he remarked that the musical performance and stage production were
subpar, and the whole event was nothing to ______ home about.
A. write B. listen C. read D. speak
Question 23: Inspired by her passion for astronomy, the scientist proposed a groundbreaking theory, ______ on
years of meticulous observation and research.
A. To be relied B. Having relied C. Relying D. Relied
Question 24: The art lovers would much sooner ______ the hidden galleries and immerse themselves in the
diverse expressions of creativity than ______ for the simplicity of viewing online exhibitions.
A. explore/opting B. exploring/opting C. exploring/opt D. explore /opt
Question 25: The professor not only conducted the experiment flawlessly but also failed to offer ______
insights on the potential applications of the groundbreaking results.
A. nor did he provide B. so did he provide
C. but would he also provide D. as he could be provided
Question 26: The surge in research funding and academic collaborations hints at ______ in the field of
scientific innovation.
A. white goods B. green shoots C. golden hello D. blue chip
Question 27: The educational institution established ______ measures to ensure academic integrity, including
rigorous plagiarism checks and strict adherence to ethical research practices.
A. severe B. hard C. stringent D. harsh
Question 28: The identical masks worn by the masked ball attendees made it challenging for everyone to tell
_______.
A. who is whom B. which from which C. which is which D. whom with whom
Question 29: Despite encountering numerous setbacks in his entrepreneurial pursuits, Jake's ______ mindset
enabled him to overcome challenges, embrace innovation, and ultimately achieve success in the business world.
A. negative B. open-minded C. fixed D. resilient
Question 30: He tiptoed through the museum, delicately handling the artifacts on display ______ any sudden
movement disrupt the serene ambiance of the exhibition.
A. otherwise B. unless C. lest D. nonetheless
Your answers:
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Part 2. (1.25 pts) Write the correct form of the words given in the brackets.
Amidst the swift currents of urbanization and technological advancement, the imperative to safeguard our
cultural and historical heritage (31. INTENSE). Endeavors dedicated to the preservation of our rich legacy
encompass multifaceted (32. INITIATE), spanning restoration projects, archival endeavors, and educational
programs meticulously curated to cultivate an enriched understanding of cultural diversity. (33. HISTORY)
sites and museums stand as portals to antiquity, enabling successive generations to forge a meaningful
connection with their ancestral roots.
Integral to the paradigm of heritage preservation is the engagement of communities. Local efforts, ranging
from vibrant cultural festivals to enlightening heritage walks, not only exalt the opulence of our traditions but
also act as conduits for awareness regarding the (34. DISPENSE) need for conservation. Governments and
organizational entities play a pivotal role in spearheading policies that intricately balance developmental
pursuits with the reverent preservation of historical landmarks and traditions.
Through our cognizance of the profound significance embedded in our heritage, we contribute to a
collective narrative that transcends temporal confines, fostering an (35. WAVER) appreciation for the
intricacies woven into the diverse tapestry of human history. Such cognizance becomes the cornerstone for
ensuring that the treasures of our past endure, ceaselessly enriching and inspiring generations yet unborn.
Your answers:
31. …………… 32. …………… 33. …………… 34. …………… 35. ……………

READING ( 6.0 pts)

Part 1. (2.5 pts) Read the following passage and decide which answer (A, B, C, or D) best fits each gap.
Write your answers in corresponding numbered boxes.
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has stood as a cornerstone for regional cooperation
and development since its inception in 1967. (36)______ ten member states – Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia,
Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam – ASEAN operates (37)______
principles of non-interference, consensus, and mutual respect, (38)______.
(39)_____ in ASEAN's journey is the establishment of the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) in
2015. This initiative aims to create a single market and production base, fostering economic integration, and
enhancing the global competitiveness of ASEAN. It represents a crucial step towards economic cohesion,
(40)_______.
In addition to its economic pursuits, ASEAN (41)______ considerable emphasis on social and cultural
collaboration. Initiatives such as the ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community (ASCC) seek to build a shared identity
among member nations, promoting people-centered and socially responsible development within the region.
(42)______, challenges persist within ASEAN, ranging from economic (43)______ to differing political
systems among member states. The commitment to (44)______ dialogue, conflict resolution, and regional
cooperation positions ASEAN as a vital player in Southeast Asia's geopolitical landscape.
ASEAN's "One ASEAN, One Response" approach showcases its proactive stance, especially in
coordinating responses to natural disasters and pandemics. This underscores the organization's dedication to
regional solidarity and the significance of unity in addressing shared challenges.
(45)______, its role in regional security becomes increasingly crucial. Efforts like the ASEAN Regional Forum
(ARF) contribute to promoting peace and stability, establishing ASEAN as a key player in the development of
regional security architecture.

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 Question 36: A.
B. Consisting C. Comprising D. Covering
Containing
Question 37: A. for B. with C. in D. on
Question 38:
A. with fostering cooperation and connectivity among its diverse nations
B. and foster cooperation and connectivity among its diverse nations
C. fostering cooperation and connectivity among its diverse nations
D. to foster cooperation and connectivity among its diverse nations
Question 39:
A. A significant milestone B. An intriguing phenomenon
C. An insignificant detail D. A remarkable episode
Question 40:
A. ignoring economic disparities B. disrupting regional stability and sustainability
C. promoting intra-regional trade and collaboration D. enhancing global collaboration
Question 41:
A. focuses B. places C. bases D. concentrates
Question 42:
A. Therefore B. Consequently C. Additionally D. However
Question 43:
A. empowerment B. disparities C. opportunities D. stability
Question 44:
A. fostering B. foster C. being fostered D. to be fostered
Question 45:
A. As soon as ASEAN continues to evolve B. As ASEAN continues to evolve
C. Supposing ASEAN continues to evolve D. Unless ASEAN continues to evolve
Your answers:
36. ……………. 37. ……………. 38. ……………. 39. ……………. 40. …………….

41. ……………. 42. ……………. 43. ……………. 44. ……………. 45. …………….

Part 2. (1.5 pts) Read the following passage and choose the best answer A, B, C or D to each question.
The Human Immune System
The human immune system is composed of both an innate and an adaptive immune system. First, humans
have an innate immune system that is intrinsic in all organisms, and it functions particularly through establishing
biological barriers and creating biochemical reactions that immediately respond with a maximal effort in order to
destroy infectious microbes. However, this particular action never changes to counter specific threats of infection.
Second, humans have an adaptive immune system, which can only be found in vertebrates with jaws. The adaptive
immune system gains an immunological memory from previously encountered germs, so it is able to prevent these
specific microbes from causing further infection. With these dual capacities of fighting infection and acquiring
resistance to germs, humans can maximize their immunity.
A person’s innate immune system has many complex barriers and biochemical reactions designed to ward off
infections. The most visible one is the skin, which keeps most bacteria, fungi, and viruses from ever entering the
body, but humans also have mucus, which traps germs that reside in the body’s tissue. In addition to such biological
material, there are other internal barriers like gastric acids, tears, saliva, urine, and various chemicals that either
destroy or flush out germs. Even involuntary functions like sneezing and coughing are barriers that serve to expel
germs. Beyond these, there are biochemical reactions that come from leukocytes, which are found in the blood.
Leukocytes are white blood cells that effectively clear out cellular debris, create inflammation near an infection,
summon immune cells to the inflammation, activate several other chemical reactions, and even destroy tumors.
However, perhaps the most important action these cells perform is activating a human’s adaptive immune system,
which is essential in not only curing current diseases but also preventing future infections.
With an adaptive immune system, cells learn how to best combat pathogens and develop a higher resistance to
them. Like the innate immune system, this involves chemical reactions and cellular cooperation. Unlike the innate
immune system, this system doesn’t respond very quickly or with its full strength all at once. Instead, it uses its time
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and energy to provide cells with an immunological memory to the pathogens they encounter, making them more
resistant to recurring infections (similarly to how a vaccination works). Certain white blood cells called T-cells are
the principal actors in this system; these identify “self” cells with the same DNA and distinguish them from any
foreign cells with different DNA.After this, they seek and destroy these foreign cells, whether they are invading
microbes or infected host cells. T-cells also mediate the responses from the innate and adaptive immune systems so
that the body can effectively exterminate the infection.
After destroying infectious cells, the body uses B-cells to develop antibodies, or specialized proteins that
prevent future infections. A B-cell is designed to connect with an individual type of antigen created by an infectious
cell. The B-cell uses this antigen to produce antibodies that seek out and neutralize infectious bacteria, fungi, and
viruses. However, the most important process comes after the infection disappears: these B-cells will duplicate, and
their progeny will manufacture the same antibodies. Thus, the body will constantly produce antibodies that
successfully fight off a specific infection, and the body can successfully fight off any subsequent infections from this
pathogen. In addition to this, B-cells also mark antigens for leukocytes to attack, thus making them and microbes
easier targets for the biochemical reaction.
An interesting feature of the human immune system is how it affects infants both before and after birth. When babies
are first born, they do not have very many previously formed antibodies, so they have a greater risk of infection than
adults do. However, they ward off many infections by temporarily obtaining the mother’s antibodies from breast
milk and nutrients passed through the placenta. Also interesting is the very inception of the fetus among such an
aggressive immune system: somehow, the fetus, which doesn’t have its mother’s exact DNA, is ignored by the
mother’s T-cells and B-cells. Scientists currently have a few theories about this phenomenon. For instance, the
uterus may not be monitored by white blood cells, or it may produce special proteins that suppress any local immune
responses. Nonetheless, the fact that the immune system restrains its programming for reproductive development
continues to puzzle many scientists.
Question 46: Based on the information in paragraph 3, what can be inferred about the adaptive immune system?
A. Even though it takes longer to act, it is more effective in long term immunity than the innate immune
system.
B. Because humans already have an innate immune system, this system is unnecessary and only used as a
substitute.
C. Because it takes so long to act, it is less effective in purging infectious cells than the innate immune
system.
D. It works differently from the innate immune system, so the two are completely independent of one
another.
Question 47: According to the passage, what do B-cells produce?
A. antigens B. antibodies C. leukocytes D. pathogens
Question 48: According to the passage, which bodily fluid initiates biochemical reactions in a human’s innate
immune system?
A. saliva B. blood C. urine D. tears
Question 49: The word “intrinsic” in the passage is CLOSEST in meaning to ________.
A. extraordinary B. detrimental C. auxiliary D. fundamental
Question 50: According to the passage, where do newborn babies get most of their antibodies?
A. from mucus and other barriers B. from their own white blood cells
C. from breast milk and the placenta D. from immune cells in the uterus
Question 51: What does the word “they” in paragraph 3 refer to?
A. T-cells B. foreign cells C. “self” cells D. host cells
Your answers:
46. ………. 47. ………. 48. ………. 49. ………. 50. ………. 51. ………….

Part 3. ( 2.0 pts) Read the passage and choose the correct answer for the following questions.
WORLD HERITAGE DESIGNATION
Almost all cultures raise monuments to their own achievements or beliefs, and preserve artefacts and built
environments from the past.There has been considerable interest in saving cultural sites valuable to all humanity
since the 1950s. In particular, an international campaign to relocate pharaonic treasures from an area in Egypt
where the Aswan Dam would be built was highly successful, with more than half the project costs bore by 50

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different countries. Later, similar projects were undertaken to save the ruins of Mohenjoh-daro in Pakistan and
the Borobodur Temple complex in Indonesia.
The idea of listing world heritage sites (WHS) that are cultural or natural was proposed jointly by an
American politician, Joseph Fisher, and a director of an environmental agency, Russell Train, at a White
House conference in 1965. These men suggested a programme of cataloguing, naming, and conserving
outstanding sites, under what became the World Heritage Convention, adopted by UNESCO on November
1972, and effective from December 1975. Today, 191 states and territories have ratified the convention,
making it one of the most inclusive international agreements of all time. The UNESCO World Heritage
Committee, composed of representatives from 21 UNESCO member states and international experts,
administers the programme, albeit with a limited budget and few real powers, unlike other international
bodies, like the World Trade Organisation or the UN Security Council.
In 2014, there were 1,007 WHS around the world: 779 of them, cultural; 197 naturals; and, 31 mixed
properties. Italy, China, and Spain are the top three countries by the number of sites, followed by Germany,
Mexico, and India.
Legally, each site is part of the territory of the state in which it is located and maintained by that entity,
but as UNESCO hopes sites will be preserved in countries both rich and poor, it provides some financial
assistance through the World Heritage Fund. Theoretically, WHS is protected by the Geneva Convention, which
prohibits acts of hostility towards historic monuments, works of art, or places of worship. Certainly, WHS have
encouraged appreciation and tolerance globally, as well as proving a boon for local identity and the tourist
industry. Moreover, the diversity of plant and animal life has generally been maintained, and degradations
associated with mining and logging minimised.
Despite good intentions, significant threats to WHS exist, especially in the form of conflict. The Garamba
National Park in the Democratic Republic of Congo is one example, where militias kill white rhinoceros, selling
their horns to purchase weapons; and, in 2014, Palmyra – a Roman site in northern Syria – was badly damaged
by a road built through it, as well as by shelling and looting. In fact, theft is a common problem at WHS in
under-resourced areas, while pollution, nearby construction, or natural disasters present further dangers.
But most destructive of all is mass tourism. The huge ancient city of Angkor Wat, in Cambodia, now has
over one million visitors a year, and the nearby town of Siem Reap – a village 20 years ago – now boasts an
international airport and 300 hotels. Machu Picchu in Peru has been inundated by tourists to the point where it
may now be endangered. Commerce has altered some sites irrevocably. Walkers along the Great Wall near
Beijing are hassled by vendors flogging every kind of item, many unrelated to the wall itself, and extensive
renovation has given the ancient wonder a Disneyland feel.
In order for a place to be listed as a WHS, it must undergo a rigorous application process. Firstly, a state
takes an inventory of its significant sites, which is called a Tentative List, from which sites are put into a
Nomination File. Two independent international bodies, the International Council on Monuments and Sites, and
the World Conservation Union evaluate the Nomination File and make recommendations to the World Heritage
Committee. Meeting once a year, this committee determines which sites should be added to the World Heritage
List by deciding that a site meets at least one criterion out of ten, of which six are cultural, and four are natural.
In 2003, a second convention, effective from 2008, was added to the first. The Convention for the
Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage has so far been ratified by 139 states – a notable exception being
the US. Aiming to protect traditions rather than places, 267 elements have already been enshrined, including
Cambodia’s Royal Ballet; the French gastronomic meal and watertight-bulkhead technology of Chinese junks.
The World Heritage Committee hopes that the states that agree to list such elements will also promote and
support them, although, once again, commercialization is problematic. For instance, after the French
gastronomic meal was listed in 2010, numerous French celebrity chefs used the designation in advertising, and
UNESCO debated delisting the element. The US has chosen not to sign the second convention due to
implications to intellectual property rights. As things stand, with the first treaty, the US has far fewer nominated
sites than its neighbour Mexico, partly because some Mexican sites are entire towns or city centres, and the US
has no desire for its urban planning to be restricted by world-heritage status. St Petersburg, in Russia, which has
its entire historic centre as a WHS, introduced strict planning regulations to maintain its elegant 18th-century
appearance, only to discover thousands of minor infringements by owners preferring to do what they pleased
with their properties. With intangible elements, changes over time, due to modernisation or globalization, may
be greater than those threatening buildings. Opponents of the second convention believe traditions should not be
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 Although the 1972 World Heritage Convention lacks teeth, and many of its sites are suffering, and
although the 2003 Convention for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage has proven less popular, it
would seem that the overall performance of these two instruments has been very good.
52-55. Look at the following statements and the list of countries below. Match each statement with the
correct country, A-F.
Question 52: It has the most world heritage sites.
Question 53: Mass tourism has seriously threatened one of its sites.
Question 54: Two men from here put forward the idea of a convention.
Question 55: There was international support for a project here prior to the convention.
List of countries
A Pakistan
B the US
C Italy
D China
E Peru
F France
56-59. Complete the flowchart below. Choose ONE WORD OR A NUMBER from the passage for each
answer.
SITE REGISTRATION
Inventor – A state or territory takes an inventory of its important sites, called a (56)……………List.
↓
Nomination File – Sites from the list above are included in a Nomination File, which is assessed by two
independent international (57)…………………..
↓
External File Evaluation – To be listed as a WHS, a site must meet at least (58)…………………..out of ten
criteria. Most of these are (59)…………………., but there are some natural ones too.
Your answers:
52. …….. 53. …….. 54. …….. 55. ……..

56. …….. 57. …….. 58. …….. 59. …...

IV. WRITING ( 5.25 pts)

Part 1. ( 0.75 pts)Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it is as similar as possible
meaning to the sentence printed before it.
Question 60: She didn't shed a tear, demonstrating a stoic composure even as the story unfolded with a tragic
conclusion.
- Not a ___________________________________________________________________.
Question 61: If the meteorological conditions prove to be favorable, offering a conducive environment, we may
decide to embark on a camping excursion over the upcoming weekend.
- The meteorological conditions ________________________________________________.
Question 62: It was wrong of the researcher to manipulate the data in the experiment, compromisingthe
integrity of the study.
- The researcher should___________________________________________________________.

Part 2.( 0.5 pts) For each of the following sentences, write a new sentence as similar as possible in
meaning to the origin sentence, but using the word given in capital letters. These words must not be
altered in any way.
Question 63: We don’t worry at all about this exam as we have prepared for it carefully. (LEAST)
- _______________________________________________________________________.
Question 64: For three years, the company faced a challenging situation, experiencing nothing but losses.
(BUMPY)
- _______________________________________________________________________.

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Part 3. ( 4.0 pts ) Discuss the benefits and drawbacks of the pursuit of a long and healthy life in
contemporary society. You should write an essay in about 250 words.
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