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TRƯỜNG THPT CHUYÊN
NGUYỄN HUỆ

ĐỀ THI KHẢO SÁT LỚP 12
LẦN 2 – NĂM 2016
MÔN: Tiếng Anh
Thời gian làm bài phần trắc nghiệm: 60 phút; phần viết: 30 phút

ĐỀ CHÍNH THỨC
Họ, tên thí sinh: ................................................................
Số báo danh: .................................. Phòng thi: ................

MÃ ĐỀ 134

SECTION A: MULTIPLE-CHOICE QUESTIONS (64 questions x 0.125 = 8 points)
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the rest in the
position of the main stress in each of the following questions.
Question 1: A. opponent

B. horizon

C. synchronized

D. canoeing

Question 2: A. rhinoceros

B. correspondence

C. significant

D. phenomena

Question 3: A. curriculum

B. peninsula

C. professional

D. auditorium

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part is
pronounced differently from that of the rest in each of the following questions.
Question 4: A. crisis

B. oases

C. goose

D. horse

Question 5: A. capable

B. ancient

C. angle

D. danger

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the
following questions.

Question 6: He suddenly saw Sue ___________ the room. He pushed his way ___________ the crowd of
people to get to her.
A. across…through
B. over…through
C. across…across
D. over…along
Question 7: Sportsmen __________ their political differences on the sports field.
A. take place
B. keep apart
C. take part
D. put aside
Question 8: __________, they slept soundly.
A. Hot though was the night air
C. Hot although the night air was

B. Hot though the night air was
D. Hot the night air as was

Question 9: I’m _________ you liked the film. I thought it was rather __________.
A. surprise / disappoint
B. surprised / disappointed
C. surprising / disappointed
D. surprised / disappointing
Question 10: This picture book, the few pages ____________ are missing, is my favorite.
A. for which
B. of which
C. of that
D. to which
Question 11: I’ve never had the slightest disagreement ___________ him ___________ anything.
A. with / about

B. with / in
C. on / about
D. on / at
Question 12: ___________ with her boyfriend yesterday, she doesn't want to answer his phone call.
A. Because of she quarreled
B. Had quarreled
C. Because having quarreled
D. Having quarreled
Question 13: Have I told you about ____________ the government is dealing?
A. the problem with that
B. the problem with which
C. the problem
D. the problem that
Question 14: Dinosaurs
A. are / to die

_ believed
B. were / to die

_ out millions of years ago.
C. are / to have died
D. were / to have died
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Question 15: The city ___________ at one time prosperous, for it enjoyed a high level of civilization.
A. should have been
B. was
C. may have been
D. must have been

Question 16: The weather is going to change soon; I feel it in my___________.
A. legs
B. bones
C. skin
D. body
Question 17: There’s a list of repairs as long as
A. a mile
B. a pole

___.
C. your arm

D. your arms

Question 18: ___________ that Marie was able to retire at the age of 50.
A. So successful her business was
B. So successful was her business
C. Her business was successful
D. So was her successful business
Question 19: ___________ back to her hometown, Julia found everything new and attractive.
A. On arriving
B. On arrival
C. When arrived
D. As she arrives
Question 20: Peter: “Is it important?” Thomas: “______________”.
A. It’s a matter of life-and-death!
B. No worry, that’s nothing.
C. It’s ridiculous.
D. Not on your life!
Question 21: The suspect confessed ___________.

A. the police his crime
B. his crime
C. his crime the police
D. his crime to the police
Question 22: __________ his advice, I would never have got the job.
A. Except
B. But for
C. Apart from

D. As for

Question 23: More than a mile of roadway has been blocked with trees, stones and other debris, _______
the explosion.
A. causing
B. caused by
C. which caused by
D. which caused
Question 24: He decided to buy some chocolate kept in an _________ container for his father, a
__________ watch for his mother and a doll with __________ for his little sister.
A. tight air; proof water; white snow
B. air-tighted; water-proofed; snow-whited
C. tight aired; proof watered; white snowed
D. air-tight; water-proof; snow-white
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the
underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 25: Ponce de Leon searched in vain for a means of rejuvenating the aged
A. making young again
B. making merry again
C. making wealthy again
D. making weary again

Question 26: Mr. Young, general manager of the emergency response division of AMSA, said that the
debris was spotted along a busy shipping route and could be containers that had fallen off cargo vessels.
A. seen
B. collected
C. shot
D. analised
Question 27: Every time he opens his mouth, he immediately regrets what he said. He is always putting
his foot in his mouth.
A. speaking indirectly
B. making a mistake
C. saying embarrassing things
D. doing things in the wrong order
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in
meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 28: In remote communities, it’s important to replenish stocks before the winter sets in.
A. empty
B. remake
C. repeat
D. refill
Question 29: Because Jack defaulted on his loan, the bank took him to court.
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A. was paid much money
C. had a bad personality

B. paid in full
D. failed to pay

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to show the underlined part that needs correction in

each of the following questions.
Question 30: Having finished his term paper before the deadline, it was delivered to the professor before
the class.
A
B
C
D
Question 31: Animals and man use the energy finding in food to operate their body and muscles.
A

B

C

D

Question 32: A basic knowledge of social studies, such as history and geography, are considered a basic
A
B
C
part of the education of every child.
D
Question 33: She was anxious about the interview because she failed three interviews before.
A
B
C
D
Question 34: Not until much later did she realize that her long-known partner had been lying her.
A

B

C

D

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 35 to 44.
Scientists have discovered the bones of what may be the largest meat-eating dinosaur ever to walk the
earth. The discovery was made by a team of researchers from Argentina and North America in Patagonia,
a desert on the eastern slopes of the Andes in South America. Besides the interesting fact that the
dinosaur was huge and horrifying, it is even more astounding that the bones of a number of the dinosaurs
were found together. This discovery challenges the prior theory that the biggest meat-eaters lived as
loners and instead indicates that they may have lived and hunted in packs. The Tyrannosaurus Rex lived
in North America and was believed to hunt and live alone.
The newly discovered meat-eater appears to be related to the Giganotosaurus family, being as closely
related to it as a fox would be to a dog. It is actually not of the same family at all as the Tyrannosaurus
Rex, being as different from it as a cat is from a dog.
The fossilized remains indicate that the animals lived about 100 million years ago. With needle-shaped
noses and razor sharp teeth, they were larger than the Tyrannosaurus Rex, although their legs were
slightly shorter, and their jaws were designed to be better able to dissect their prey quickly and precisely.
Question 35: The author states that the newly discovered dinosaur remains are evidence that it was the
largest __________.
A. carnivorous dinosaur
B. dinosaur ever
C. South American dinosaur
D. herbivorous dinosaur
Question 36: The word Besides in the first paragraph is closest in meaning to __________.
A. in spite of
B. mostly

C. in addition to
D. although.
Question 37: The word horrifying in the first paragraph is closest in meaning to __________.
A. frightening
B. fast
C. large
D. interesting
Question 38: The word astounding in the first paragraph is closest in meaning to __________.
A. pleasing
B. displeasing
C. surprising
D. terrifying
Question 39: The author implies that the most interesting fact about the find is that this dinosaur _____.
A. was found in the Andes
B. had a powerful jaw and sharp teeth
C. was larger than Tyrannosaurus Rex
D. lived and hunted with others
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Question 40: The passage indicates that prior to this discovery scientists believed that ___________.
A. there were no meat-eating dinosaurs in the Andes
B. meat-eating dinosaurs lived alone
C. Tyrannosaurus Rex lived in the Andes
D. meat-eating dinosaurs were small in stature
Question 41: The word it in the second paragraph refers to ___________.
A. Relationship
B. dog
C. newly discovered meat-eater
D. Giganotosaurus

Question 42: The author states that the newly discovered meat-eating dinosaur is ___________.
A. closely related to Tyrannosaurus Rex.
B. not closely related to Tyrannosaurus Rex.
C. not closely related to Giganotosaurus
D. closely related to the large cat family
Question 43: The word dissect in the last sentence is closest in meaning to ____________.
A. dismember
B. chew
C. escape
D. swallow
Question 44: The word prey in the last sentence of the passage is closest in meaning to _________.
A. enemy
B. victim
C. dinosaurs
D. attacker
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.
Humans have struggled against weeds since the beginnings of agriculture. Marring our gardens is one
of the milder effects of weeds - any plants that thrive where they are unwanted. They clog waterways,
destroy wildlife habitats, and impede farming. Their spread eliminates grazing areas and accounts for
one-third of all crop loss. They compete for sunlight, nutrients, and water with useful plants.
The global need for weed control had been answered mainly by the chemical industry. Its herbicides
are effective and sometimes necessary, but some pose serious problems, particularly if misused. Toxic
compounds threaten animal and public health when they accumulate in food plants, groundwater, and
drinking water. They also harm workers who apply them.
In recent years, the chemical industry has introduced several herbicides that are more ecologically
sound. Yet new chemicals alone cannot solve the world's weed problems. Hence, scientists are exploring
the innate weed-killing powers of living organisms, primarily insects and microorganisms.
The biological agents now in use are environmentally benign and are harmless to humans. They can be
chosen for their ability to attack selected targets and leave crops and other plants untouched. In contrast,

some of the most effective chemicals kill virtually all the plants they come in contact with, sparing only
those that are naturally resistant or have been genetically modified for resistance. Furthermore, a number
of biological agents can be administered only once, after which no added applications are needed.
Chemicals typically must be used several times per growing season.
Question 45: With what topic does this passage primarily deal?
A. The importance of the chemical industry.
B. The dangers of toxic chemicals.
C. A proposal to ban the use of all herbicides.
D. Advantages of biological agents over chemical ones.
Question 46: The word “marring” in bold is closest in meaning to __________.
A. spoiling
B. planting
C. dividing
D. replacing
Question 47: The word “clog” in bold is closest in meaning to __________.
A. grow along
B. drain
C. float on
D. obstruct
Question 48: Which of the following terms does the author define in the first paragraph?
A. weeds
B. nutrients
C. wildlife habitats
D. grazing area
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Question 49: Which of the following statements about the use of chemical agents as herbicides would
the author most likely agree?
A. It is occasionally required.

B. It is safe but inefficient.
C. It should be increased.
D. It has become more dangerous recently.
Question 50: Which of the following is NOT given as an advantage of using biological agents over
chemical herbicides?
A. They are safer for workers.
B. They are less likely to destroy desirable plants.
C. They are more easily available.
D. They do not have to be used as often.
Question 51: The word “innate” in bold is closest in meaning to __________.
A. effective
B. organic
C. natural
D. active
Question 52: According to the passage, biological agents mainly consist of ____________.
A. herbicides
B. useful plants
C. insects and microorganisms
D. weeds
Question 53: The word „'applications” in bold could best be replaced by which of the following?
A. requests
B. special purposes
C. qualifications
D. treatments
Question 54: Which of the following best describes the organization of the passage?
A. A general idea is introduced and several specific examples are given.
B. Two possible causes of a phenomenon are compared.
C. A problem is described and possible solutions are discussed.
D. A recommendation is analyzed and rejected.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the

correct word or phrase for each of the blanks
One of the hottest topics on the international development agenda is how to harness the power of
International Monetary Fund for the benefit of developing countries. What is sometimes called “the death
of distance”, brought about by the (55)
, allow professional services such as (56) ____
education and training to be provided easily and quickly to (57)
areas. Some of the gains can
be seen in countries as diverse as India and Morocco, where innovations range from (58)
____
government announcements to local craftsmen selling their wares to a (59)
___market. But already
a huge and expanding (60)
__ divide is opening up between developed and developing nations.
The major tasks facing world leaders at present is to (61)
__ everybody on the planet with clean
water, basic education and the drugs needed to fight preventable diseases. Installing a (62) ______
in every classroom and liking us to (63)
must be a lesser (64)
___, for the time being
at least.
Question 55: A. telephone

B. computer

C. internet

D. modern

Question 56: A. software

B. equipment

C. stationary

D. hardware

Question 57: A. secluded

B. far

C. remote

D. uninhabited

Question 58: A. recorded

B. online

C. broadcast

D. programmed

Question 59: A. shrinking

B. technical

C. village

D. global

Question 60: A. economical

B. electrical

C. physical

D. digital

Question 61: A. give

B. administer

C. donate

D. supply

Question 62: A. mobile phone

B. plug

C. modem

D. video

Question 63: A. the real world

B. outer space

C. virtual reality

D. cyberspace

Question 64: A. priority

B. importance

C. criteria

D. advantage
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SECTION B: WRITING (2 points): Part I: 5 questions x 0.1 = 0.5 points; Part II: 1.5 points
I. Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means the same as the sentence printed
before it. Write your answers on your answer sheet.
1. The milkman appears to be running away from your fierce dog.
It looks as if _____________________________________________________________________
2. People say he won a lot of money on the lottery.
He ____________________________________________________________________________
3. “I won’t answer any questions,” said the arrested man.
The arrested man ________________________________________________________________
4. Even though some events were cancelled, thousands of people attended the festival.
Despite _________________________________________________________________________
5. Your silly questions distracted me.
You drove ______________________________________________________________________
II. In a composition of about 200 words, write about the harmful as well as the beneficial effects of
advertising. Write your composition on your answer sheet.
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________

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TRƯỜNG THPT CHUYÊN
NGUYỄN HUỆ

ĐỀ THI KHẢO SÁT LỚP 12
LẦN 2 – NĂM 2016

MÔN: Tiếng Anh
Thời gian làm bài phần trắc nghiệm: 60 phút; phần viết: 30 phút

ĐỀ CHÍNH THỨC
Họ, tên thí sinh: ................................................................
Số báo danh: .................. Phòng thi: ................

MÃ ĐỀ 210

SECTION A: MULTIPLE-CHOICE QUESTIONS (64 questions x 0.125 = 8 points)
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the rest in the
position of the main stress in each of the following questions.
Question 1: A. correspondence B. phenomena

C. rhinoceros

D. significant

Question 2: A. canoeing

B. opponent

C. horizon

D. synchronized

Question 3: A. curriculum

B. professional

C. auditorium

D. peninsula

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part is
pronounced differently from that of the rest in each of the following questions.
Question 4: A. oases

B. goose

C. horse

D. crisis

Question 5: A. capable

B. angle

C. danger

D. ancient

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the
following questions.
Question 6: I’m __________ you liked the film. I thought it was rather ___________.
A. surprising / disappointed
B. surprised / disappointed
C. surprise / disappoint
D. surprised / disappointing
Question 7: __________ his advice, I would never have got the job.

A. Except
B. As for
C. Apart from
Question 8: Dinosaurs
A. were / to have died

believed
B. are / to die

D. But for

out millions of years ago.
C. are / to have died
D. were / to die

Question 9: The weather is going to change soon; I feel it in my __________.
A. legs
B. bones
C. skin
D. body
Question 10: He decided to buy some chocolate kept in an _________ container for his father, a
__________ watch for his mother and a doll with __________ for his little sister.
A. tight air; proof water; white snow
B. tight aired; proof watered; white snowed
C. air-tighted; water-proofed; snow-whited
D. air-tight; water-proof; snow-white
Question 11: _________ that Marie was able to retire at the age of 50.
A. So successful her business was
B. Her business was successful
C. So was her successful business

D. So successful was her business
Question 12: Have I told you about ___________ the government is dealing?
A. the problem with that
B. the problem with which
C. the problem
D. the problem that
Question 13: __________ with her boyfriend yesterday, she doesn't want to answer his phone call.
A. Had quarreled
B. Because of she quarreled
C. Having quarreled
D. Because having quarreled
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Question 14: Sportsmen __________ their political differences on the sports field.
A. take place
B. take part
C. keep apart
D. put aside
Question 15: There’s a list of repairs as long as
A. a mile
B. a pole

___.
C. your arm

D. your arms

Question 16: I’ve never had the slightest disagreement ___________ him __________ anything.
A. with / in

B. on / at
C. with / about
D. on / about
Question 17: He suddenly saw Sue ___________ the room. He pushed his way ___________ the crowd
of people to get to her.
A. across…through
B. over…along
C. over…through
D. across…across
Question 18: ____________ back to her hometown, Julia found everything new and attractive.
A. On arriving
B. On arrival
C. When arrived
D. As she arrives
Question 19: Peter: “Is it important?” Thomas: “______________”.
A. It’s a matter of life-and-death!
B. No worry, that’s nothing.
C. It’s ridiculous.
D. Not on your life!
Question 20: The suspect confessed _____________.
A. the police his crime
B. his crime
C. his crime the police
D. his crime to the police
Question 21: More than a mile of roadway has been blocked with trees, stones and other debris, _______
___ the explosion.
A. causing
B. caused by
C. which caused by
D. which caused

Question 22: This picture book, the few pages __________ are missing, is my favorite.
A. of that
B. to which
C. for which
D. of which
Question 23: The city ____________ at one time prosperous, for it enjoyed a high level of civilization.
A. should have been
B. may have been
C. must have been
D. was
Question 24: ____________, they slept soundly.
A. Hot the night air as was
C. Hot though the night air was

B. Hot though was the night air
D. Hot although the night air was

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the
underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 25: Mr. Young, general manager of the emergency response division of AMSA, said that the
debris was spotted along a busy shipping route and could be containers that had fallen off cargo vessels.
A. seen
B. collected
C. shot
D. analised
Question 26: Every time he opens his mouth, he immediately regrets what he said. He is always putting
his foot in his mouth.
A. making a mistake
B. saying embarrassing things
C. doing things in the wrong order

D. speaking indirectly
Question 27: Ponce de Leon searched in vain for a means of rejuvenating the aged
A. making young again
B. making wealthy again
C. making weary again
D. making merry again
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in
meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 28: In remote communities, it’s important to replenish stocks before the winter sets in.
A. empty
B. repeat
C. refill
D. remake
Question 29: Because Jack defaulted on his loan, the bank took him to court.
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A. had a bad personality
C. paid in full

B. was paid much money
D. failed to pay

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to show the underlined part that needs correction in
each of the following questions.
Question 30: Having finished his term paper before the deadline, it was delivered to the professor before
A
B
C
D

the class.
Question 31: Not until much later did she realize that her long-known partner had been lying her.
A
B
C
D
Question 32: Animals and man use the energy finding in food to operate their body and muscles.
A
B
C
D
Question 33: A basic knowledge of social studies, such as history and geography, are considered a basic
A
B
C
part of the education of every child.
D
Question 34: She was anxious about the interview because she failed three interviews before.
A
B
C
D
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 35 to 44.
Scientists have discovered the bones of what may be the largest meat-eating dinosaur ever to walk the
earth. The discovery was made by a team of researchers from Argentina and North America in Patagonia,
a desert on the eastern slopes of the Andes in South America. Besides the interesting fact that the
dinosaur was huge and horrifying, it is even more astounding that the bones of a number of the dinosaurs
were found together. This discovery challenges the prior theory that the biggest meat-eaters lived as
loners and instead indicates that they may have lived and hunted in packs. The Tyrannosaurus Rex lived

in North America and was believed to hunt and live alone.
The newly discovered meat-eater appears to be related to the Giganotosaurus family, being as closely
related to it as a fox would be to a dog. It is actually not of the same family at all as the Tyrannosaurus
Rex, being as different from it as a cat is from a dog.
The fossilized remains indicate that the animals lived about 100 million years ago. With needle-shaped
noses and razor sharp teeth, they were larger than the Tyrannosaurus Rex, although their legs were
slightly shorter, and their jaws were designed to be better able to dissect their prey quickly and precisely.
Question 35: The author states that the newly discovered dinosaur remains are evidence that it was the
largest ___________.
A. dinosaur ever
B. carnivorous dinosaur
C. herbivorous dinosaur
D. South American dinosaur
Question 36: The word Besides in the first paragraph is closest in meaning to ___________.
A. in addition to
B. in spite of
C. although.
D. mostly
Question 37: The word horrifying in the first paragraph is closest in meaning to ___________.
A. fast
B. large
C. interesting
D. frightening
Question 38: The word astounding in the first paragraph is closest in meaning to ___________.
A. surprising
B. pleasing
C. displeasing
D. terrifying
Question 39: The author implies that the most interesting fact about the find is that this dinosaur
___________.

A. had a powerful jaw and sharp teeth
B. was larger than Tyrannosaurus Rex
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C. lived and hunted with others

D. was found in the Andes

Question 40: The passage indicates that prior to this discovery scientists believed that ____________.
A. there were no meat-eating dinosaurs in the Andes
B. meat-eating dinosaurs lived alone
C. meat-eating dinosaurs were small in stature
D. Tyrannosaurus Rex lived in the Andes
Question 41: The word it in the second paragraph refers to ____________.
A. newly discovered meat-eater
B. Relationship
C. dog
D. Giganotosaurus
Question 42: The author states that the newly discovered meat-eating dinosaur is ____________.
A. not closely related to Tyrannosaurus Rex.
B. closely related to the large cat family
C. not closely related to Giganotosaurus
D. closely related to Tyrannosaurus Rex.
Question 43: The word dissect in the last sentence is closest in meaning to ____________.
A. escape
B. chew
C. swallow
D. dismember
Question 44: The word prey in the last sentence of the passage is closest in meaning to ____________.

A. victim
B. attacker
C. enemy
D. dinosaurs
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.
Humans have struggled against weeds since the beginnings of agriculture. Marring our gardens is one
of the milder effects of weeds - any plants that thrive where they are unwanted. They clog waterways,
destroy wildlife habitats, and impede farming. Their spread eliminates grazing areas and accounts for
one-third of all crop loss. They compete for sunlight, nutrients, and water with useful plants.
The global need for weed control had been answered mainly by the chemical industry. Its herbicides
are effective and sometimes necessary, but some pose serious problems, particularly if misused. Toxic
compounds threaten animal and public health when they accumulate in food plants, groundwater, and
drinking water. They also harm workers who apply them.
In recent years, the chemical industry has introduced several herbicides that are more ecologically
sound. Yet new chemicals alone cannot solve the world's weed problems. Hence, scientists are exploring
the innate weed-killing powers of living organisms, primarily insects and microorganisms.
The biological agents now in use are environmentally benign and are harmless to humans. They can be
chosen for their ability to attack selected targets and leave crops and other plants untouched. In contrast,
some of the most effective chemicals kill virtually all the plants they come in contact with, sparing only
those that are naturally resistant or have been genetically modified for resistance. Furthermore, a number
of biological agents can be administered only once, after which no added applications are needed.
Chemicals typically must be used several times per growing season.
Question 45: With what topic does this passage primarily deal?
A. The importance of the chemical industry.
B. The dangers of toxic chemicals.
C. Advantages of biological agents over chemical ones.
D. A proposal to ban the use of all herbicides.
Question 46: The word “marring” in bold is closest in meaning to __________.
A. replacing

B. dividing
C. spoiling
D. planting
Question 47: The word “clog” in bold is closest in meaning to __________.
A. grow along
B. drain
C. float on
D. obstruct
Question 48: Which of the following terms does the author define in the first paragraph?
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A. weeds

B. nutrients

C. wildlife habitats

D. grazing area

Question 49: Which of the following statements about the use of chemical agents as herbicides would
the author most likely agree?
A. It is occasionally required.
B. It is safe but inefficient.
C. It has become more dangerous recently.
D. It should be increased.
Question 50: Which of the following is NOT given as an advantage of using biological agents over
chemical herbicides?
A. They are more easily available.
B. They are less likely to destroy desirable plants.

C. They do not have to be used as often.
D. They are safer for workers.
Question 51: The word “innate” in bold is closest in meaning to __________.
A. active
B. natural
C. organic
D. effective
Question 52: According to the passage, biological agents mainly consist of ____________.
A. herbicides
B. weeds
C. insects and microorganisms
D. useful plants
Question 53: The word „'applications” in bold could best be replaced by which of the following?
A. requests
B. qualifications
C. special purposes
D. treatments
Question 54: Which of the following best describes the organization of the passage?
A. A problem is described and possible solutions are discussed.
B. A recommendation is analyzed and rejected.
C. Two possible causes of a phenomenon are compared.
D. A general idea is introduced and several specific examples are given.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct word or phrase for each of the blanks.
One of the hottest topics on the international development agenda is how to harness the power of
International Monetary Fund for the benefit of developing countries. What is sometimes called “the death
of distance”, brought about by the (55)
, allow professional services such as (56)
_
education and training to be provided easily and quickly to (57)

___areas. Some of the gains
can be seen in countries as diverse as India and Morocco, where innovations range from (58)
_
government announcements to local craftsmen selling their wares to a (59) _________market. But already
a huge and expanding (60)
___divide is opening up between developed and developing nations.
The major tasks facing world leaders at present is to (61)
___ everybody on the planet with
clean water, basic education and the drugs needed to fight preventable diseases. Installing a (62)
_________ in every classroom and liking us to (63)
_____ must be a lesser (64) _________, for
the time being at least.
Question 55: A. telephone

B. modern

C. internet

D. computer

Question 56: A. equipment

B. software

C. stationary

D. hardware

Question 57: A. remote

B. secluded

C. uninhabited

D. far

Question 58: A. recorded

B. programmed

C. broadcast

D. online

Question 59: A. village

B. global

C. technical

D. shrinking

Question 60: A. physical

B. electrical

C. economical

D. digital

Question 61: A. administer

B. supply

C. donate

D. give

Question 62: A. video

B. modem

C. plug

D. mobile phone

Question 63: A. virtual reality

B. cyberspace

C. outer space

D. the real world

Question 64: A. criteria

B. priority

C. advantage

D. importance
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SECTION B: WRITING (2 points): Part I: 5 questions x 0.1 = 0.5 points; Part II: 1.5 points
I. Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means the same as the sentence printed
before it. Write your answers on your answer sheet.
1. The milkman appears to be running away from your fierce dog.
It looks as if _____________________________________________________________________
2. People say he won a lot of money on the lottery.
He ____________________________________________________________________________
3. “I won’t answer any questions,” said the arrested man.
The arrested man ________________________________________________________________
4. Even though some events were cancelled, thousands of people attended the festival.
Despite _________________________________________________________________________
5. Your silly questions distracted me.
You drove ______________________________________________________________________
II. In a composition of about 200 words, write about the harmful as well as the beneficial effects of
advertising. Write your composition on your answer sheet.
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
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____________________________________________________________________________________
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____________________________________________________________________________________
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TRƯỜNG THPT CHUYÊN
NGUYỄN HUỆ

ĐỀ THI KHẢO SÁT LỚP 12
LẦN 2 – NĂM 2016
MÔN: Tiếng Anh
Thời gian làm bài phần trắc nghiệm: 60 phút; phần viết: 30 phút

ĐỀ CHÍNH THỨC
Họ, tên thí sinh: ................................................................
Số báo danh: .................................. Phòng thi: ................

MÃ ĐỀ 356

SECTION A: MULTIPLE-CHOICE QUESTIONS (64 questions x 0.125 = 8 points)
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the rest in the
position of the main stress in each of the following questions.
Question 1: A. horizon

B. opponent

C. synchronized

D. canoeing

Question 2: A. significant

B. phenomena

C. correspondence

D. rhinoceros

Question 3: A. curriculum

B. auditorium

C. professional

D. peninsula

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part is
pronounced differently from that of the rest in each of the following questions.

Question 4: A. capable

B. angle

C. danger

D. ancient

Question 5: A. goose

B. crisis

C. oases

D. horse

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the
following questions.
Question 6: There’s a list of repairs as long as
A. your arm
B. a pole

.
C. a mile

D. your arms

Question 7: ___________ back to her hometown, Julia found everything new and attractive.
A. On arriving
B. On arrival

C. When arrived
D. As she arrives
Question 8: Dinosaurs
A. are / to have died

believed
B. were / to die

out millions of years ago.
C. were / to have died D. are / to die

Question 9: He decided to buy some chocolate kept in an ____________ container for his father, a
__________ watch for his mother and a doll with __________ for his little sister.
A. tight air; proof water; white snow
B. tight aired; proof watered; white snowed
C. air-tighted; water-proofed; snow-whited
D. air-tight; water-proof; snow-white
Question 10: ___________ that Marie was able to retire at the age of 50.
A. So successful her business was
B. Her business was successful
C. So was her successful business
D. So successful was her business
Question 11: Have I told you about the government is dealing?
A. the problem with that
B. the problem with which
C. the problem
D. the problem that
Question 12: ___________ his advice, I would never have got the job.
A. Except
B. Apart from

C. As for

D. But for

Question 13: Sportsmen __________ their political differences on the sports field.
A. take place
B. take part
C. keep apart
D. put aside
Question 14: Peter: “Is it important?” Thomas: “_______________”.
A. It’s a matter of life-and-death!
B. Not on your life!
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C. It’s ridiculous.

D. No worry, that’s nothing.

Question 15: I’ve never had the slightest disagreement ___________ him ___________ anything.
A. with / in
B. on / at
C. with / about
D. on / about
Question 16: ___________, they slept soundly.
A. Hot although the night air was
C. Hot the night air as was

B. Hot though the night air was
D. Hot though was the night air

Question 17: I’m ___________ you liked the film. I thought it was rather _____________.
A. surprise / disappoint
B. surprised / disappointed
C. surprising / disappointed
D. surprised / disappointing
Question 18: This picture book, the few pages __________ are missing, is my favorite.
A. of that
B. of which
C. to which
D. for which
Question 19: The suspect confessed ___________.
A. his crime
B. the police his crime
C. his crime to the police
D. his crime the police
Question 20: The weather is going to change soon; I feel it in my ___________.
A. skin
B. body
C. bones
D. legs
Question 21: __________ with her boyfriend yesterday, she doesn't want to answer his phone call.
A. Because of she quarreled
B. Because having quarreled
C. Having quarreled
D. Had quarreled
Question 22: The city ____________ at one time prosperous, for it enjoyed a high level of civilization.
A. should have been
B. may have been
C. must have been

D. was
Question 23: More than a mile of roadway has been blocked with trees, stones and other debris, _______
the explosion.
A. causing
B. caused by
C. which caused by
D. which caused
Question 24: He suddenly saw Sue __________ the room. He pushed his way __________ the crowd of
people to get to her.
A. across…through
B. over…along
C. over…through
D. across…across
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the
underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 25: Ponce de Leon searched in vain for a means of rejuvenating the aged
A. making wealthy again
B. making young again
C. making weary again
D. making merry again
Question 26: Mr. Young, general manager of the emergency response division of AMSA, said that the
debris was spotted along a busy shipping route and could be containers that had fallen off cargo vessels.
A. collected
B. seen
C. analised
D. shot
Question 27: Every time he opens his mouth, he immediately regrets what he said. He is always putting
his foot in his mouth.
A. speaking indirectly
B. doing things in the wrong order

C. saying embarrassing things
D. making a mistake
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in
meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 28: In remote communities, it’s important to replenish stocks before the winter sets in.
A. empty
B. remake
C. repeat
D. refill
Question 29: Because Jack defaulted on his loan, the bank took him to court.
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A. failed to pay
C. paid in full

B. had a bad personality
D. was paid much money

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to show the underlined part that needs correction in
each of the following questions.
Question 30: Animals and man use the energy finding in food to operate their body and muscles.
A
B
C
D
Question 31: Not until much later did she realize that her long-known partner had been lying her.
A
B
C

D
Question 32: A basic knowledge of social studies, such as history and geography, are considered a basic
A
B
C
part of the education of every child.
D
Question 33: She was anxious about the interview because she failed three interviews before.
A
B
C
D
Question 34: Having finished his term paper before the deadline, it was delivered to the professor before
the class.
A
B
C
D
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 35 to 44.
Scientists have discovered the bones of what may be the largest meat-eating dinosaur ever to walk the
earth. The discovery was made by a team of researchers from Argentina and North America in Patagonia,
a desert on the eastern slopes of the Andes in South America. Besides the interesting fact that the
dinosaur was huge and horrifying, it is even more astounding that the bones of a number of the dinosaurs
were found together. This discovery challenges the prior theory that the biggest meat-eaters lived as
loners and instead indicates that they may have lived and hunted in packs. The Tyrannosaurus Rex lived
in North America and was believed to hunt and live alone.
The newly discovered meat-eater appears to be related to the Giganotosaurus family, being as closely
related to it as a fox would be to a dog. It is actually not of the same family at all as the Tyrannosaurus
Rex, being as different from it as a cat is from a dog.

The fossilized remains indicate that the animals lived about 100 million years ago. With needle-shaped
noses and razor sharp teeth, they were larger than the Tyrannosaurus Rex, although their legs were
slightly shorter, and their jaws were designed to be better able to dissect their prey quickly and precisely.
Question 35: The author states that the newly discovered dinosaur remains are evidence that it was the
largest __________.
A. carnivorous dinosaur
B. South American dinosaur
C. herbivorous dinosaur
D. dinosaur ever
Question 36: The word Besides in the first paragraph is closest in meaning to ___________.
A. in addition to
B. although
C. in spite of
D. mostly
Question 37: The word horrifying in the first paragraph is closest in meaning to __________.
A. interesting
B. fast
C. frightening
D. large
Question 38: The word astounding in the first paragraph is closest in meaning to __________.
A. pleasing
B. surprising
C. displeasing
D. terrifying
Question 39: The author implies that the most interesting fact about the find is that this dinosaur
_________.
A. was found in the Andes

B. lived and hunted with others
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C. had a powerful jaw and sharp teeth

D. was larger than Tyrannosaurus Rex

Question 40: The passage indicates that prior to this discovery scientists believed that ___________.
A. Tyrannosaurus Rex lived in the Andes
B. meat-eating dinosaurs were small in stature
C. meat-eating dinosaurs lived alone
D. there were no meat-eating dinosaurs in the Andes
Question 41: The word it in the second paragraph refers to ___________.
A. Giganotosaurus
B. Relationship
C. dog
D. newly discovered meat-eater
Question 42: The author states that the newly discovered meat-eating dinosaur is ____________.
A. not closely related to Giganotosaurus
B. not closely related to Tyrannosaurus Rex.
C. closely related to the large cat family
D. closely related to Tyrannosaurus Rex.
Question 43: The word dissect in the last sentence is closest in meaning to _____________.
A. dismember
B. swallow
C. escape
D. chew
Question 44: The word prey in the last sentence of the passage is closest in meaning to ____________.
A. attacker
B. enemy
C. dinosaurs

D. victim
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.
Humans have struggled against weeds since the beginnings of agriculture. Marring our gardens is one of
the milder effects of weeds - any plants that thrive where they are unwanted. They clog waterways,
destroy wildlife habitats, and impede farming. Their spread eliminates grazing areas and accounts for
one-third of all crop loss. They compete for sunlight, nutrients, and water with useful plants.
The global need for weed control had been answered mainly by the chemical industry. Its herbicides
are effective and sometimes necessary, but some pose serious problems, particularly if misused. Toxic
compounds threaten animal and public health when they accumulate in food plants, groundwater, and
drinking water. They also harm workers who apply them.
In recent years, the chemical industry has introduced several herbicides that are more ecologically
sound. Yet new chemicals alone cannot solve the world's weed problems. Hence, scientists are exploring
the innate weed-killing powers of living organisms, primarily insects and microorganisms.
The biological agents now in use are environmentally benign and are harmless to humans. They can be
chosen for their ability to attack selected targets and leave crops and other plants untouched. In contrast,
some of the most effective chemicals kill virtually all the plants they come in contact with, sparing only
those that are naturally resistant or have been genetically modified for resistance. Furthermore, a number
of biological agents can be administered only once, after which no added applications are needed.
Chemicals typically must be used several times per growing season.
Question 45: With what topic does this passage primarily deal?
A. The dangers of toxic chemicals.
B. Advantages of biological agents over chemical ones.
C. The importance of the chemical industry.
D. A proposal to ban the use of all herbicides.
Question 46: The word “marring” in bold is closest in meaning to ____________.
A. spoiling
B. dividing
C. replacing
D. planting

Question 47: The word “clog” in bold is closest in meaning to ____________.
A. drain
B. float on
C. grow along
D. obstruct
Question 48: Which of the following terms does the author define in the first paragraph?
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A. grazing area

B. nutrients

C. wildlife habitats

D. weeds

Question 49: Which of the following statements about the use of chemical agents as herbicides would
the author most likely agree?
A. It is occasionally required.
B. It is safe but inefficient.
C. It has become more dangerous recently.
D. It should be increased.
Question 50: Which of the following is NOT given as an advantage of using biological agents over
chemical herbicides?
A. They are less likely to destroy desirable plants. B. They are safer for workers.
C. They are more easily available.
D. They do not have to be used as often.
Question 51: The word “innate” in bold is closest in meaning to ____________.
A. active

B. effective
C. organic
D. natural
Question 52: According to the passage, biological agents mainly consist of
A. useful plants
B. insects and microorganisms
C. herbicides
D. weeds
Question 53: The word „'applications” in bold could best be replaced by which of the following?
A. requests
B. special purposes
C. qualifications
D. treatments
Question 54: Which of the following best describes the organization of the passage?
A. Two possible causes of a phenomenon are compared.
B. A problem is described and possible solutions are discussed.
C. A recommendation is analyzed and rejected.
D. A general idea is introduced and several specific examples are given.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct word or phrase for each of the blanks.
One of the hottest topics on the international development agenda is how to harness the power of
International Monetary Fund for the benefit of developing countries. What is sometimes called “the death
of distance”, brought about by the (55)
, allow professional services such as (56)
education and training to be provided easily and quickly to (57)
___ areas. Some of the
gains can be seen in countries as diverse as India and Morocco, where innovations range from (58)
government announcements to local craftsmen selling their wares to a (59)
______ market.
But already a huge and expanding (60)

_______divide is opening up between developed and
developing nations. The major tasks facing world leaders at present is to (61)
__everybody on
the planet with clean water, basic education and the drugs needed to fight preventable diseases. Installing
a (62) in every classroom and liking us to (63)
__ must be a lesser (64)
, for the
time being at least.
Question 55: A. computer

B. modern

C. telephone

D. internet

Question 56: A. software

B. equipment

C. stationary

D. hardware

Question 57: A. secluded

B. far

C. uninhabited

D. remote

Question 58: A. recorded

B. broadcast

C. online

D. programmed

Question 59: A. shrinking

B. global

C. technical

D. village

Question 60: A. physical

B. digital

C. electrical

D. economical

Question 61: A. supply

B. give

C. donate

D. administer

Question 62: A. mobile phone

B. plug

C. video

D. modem

Question 63: A. outer space

B. virtual reality

C. the real world

D. cyberspace

Question 64: A. priority

B. advantage

C. criteria

D. importance
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SECTION B: WRITING (2 points): Part I: 5 questions x 0.1 = 0.5 points; Part II: 1.5 points
I. Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means the same as the sentence printed
before it. Write your answers on your answer sheet.
1. The milkman appears to be running away from your fierce dog.
It looks as if _____________________________________________________________________
2. People say he won a lot of money on the lottery.
He ____________________________________________________________________________
3. “I won’t answer any questions,” said the arrested man.
The arrested man ________________________________________________________________
4. Even though some events were cancelled, thousands of people attended the festival.
Despite _________________________________________________________________________
5. Your silly questions distracted me.
You drove ______________________________________________________________________
II. In a composition of about 200 words, write about the harmful as well as the beneficial effects of
advertising. Write your composition on your answer sheet.
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________

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TRƯỜNG THPT CHUYÊN
NGUYỄN HUỆ

ĐỀ THI KHẢO SÁT LỚP 12
LẦN 2 – NĂM 2016
MÔN: Tiếng Anh
Thời gian làm bài phần trắc nghiệm: 60 phút; phần viết: 30 phút

ĐỀ CHÍNH THỨC
Họ, tên thí sinh: ....................................................................................
Số báo danh: ................................. Phòng thi: ................

MÃ ĐỀ 438

SECTION A: MULTIPLE-CHOICE QUESTIONS (64 questions x 0.125 = 8 points
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the rest in the

position of the main stress in each of the following questions.
Question 1: A. phenomena

B. correspondence

C. rhinoceros

D. significant

Question 2: A. opponent

B. canoeing

C. horizon

D. synchronized

Question 3: A. auditorium

B. professional

C. peninsula

D. curriculum

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part is
pronounced differently from that of the rest in each of the following questions.
Question 4: A. angle

B. capable

C. ancient

D. danger

Question 5: A. goose

B. horse

C. oases

D. crisis

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the
following questions.
Question 6: Have I told you about the government is dealing?
A. the problem with that
B. the problem with which
C. the problem
D. the problem that
Question 7: _________ that Marie was able to retire at the age of 50.
A. Her business was successful
B. So successful was her business
C. So successful her business was
D. So was her successful business
Question 8: __________, they slept soundly.
A. Hot though was the night air
C. Hot though the night air was

B. Hot the night air as was

D. Hot although the night air was

Question 9: Dinosaurs
A. are / to die

out millions of years ago.
C. were / to have died D. are / to have died

believed
B. were / to die

Question 10: Peter: “Is it important?” Thomas: “_________________”.
A. It’s ridiculous.
B. No worry, that’s nothing.
C. Not on your life!
D. It’s a matter of life-and-death!
Question 11: The city _________ at one time prosperous, for it enjoyed a high level of civilization.
A. should have been
B. was
C. must have been
D. may have been
Question 12: _________ back to her hometown, Julia found everything new and attractive.
A. On arrival
B. When arrived
C. On arriving
D. As she arrives
Question 13: _________ his advice, I would never have got the job.
A. Apart from
B. As for
C. Except

D. But for

Question 14: The suspect confessed ___________.
A. the police his crime
B. his crime
C. his crime the police
D. his crime to the police
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Question 15: The weather is going to change soon; I feel it in my __________.
A. bones
B. body
C. skin
D. legs
Question 16: He decided to buy some chocolate kept in an _________ container for his father , a
__________ watch for his mother and a doll with __________ for his little sister.
A. air-tighted; water-proofed; snow-whited
B. air-tight; water-proof; snow-white
C. tight aired; proof watered; white snowed
D. tight air; proof water; white snow
Question 17: I’m _________ you liked the film. I thought it was rather __________.
A. surprise / disappoint
B. surprised / disappointing
C. surprising / disappointed
D. surprised / disappointed
Question 18: This picture book, the few pages ___________ are missing, is my favorite.
A. of that
B. for which

C. to which
D. of which
Question 19: There’s a list of repairs as long as
A. your arm
B. a mile

__.
C. your arms

D. a pole

Question 20: ______ with her boyfriend yesterday, she doesn't want to answer his phone call.
A. Because of she quarreled
B. Because having quarreled
C. Having quarreled
D. Had quarreled
Question 21: Sportsmen __________ their political differences on the sports field.
A. keep apart
B. put aside
C. take place
D. take part
Question 22: More than a mile of roadway has been blocked with trees, stones and other debris, _______
the explosion.
A. caused by
B. causing
C. which caused by
D. which caused
Question 23: I’ve never had the slightest disagreement ___________ him __________ anything.
A. with / in
B. on / at

C. with / about
D. on / about
Question 24: He suddenly saw Sue ___________ the room. He pushed his way __________ the crowd of
people to get to her.
A. over…along
B. across…across
C. over…through
D. across…through
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the
underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 25: Every time he opens his mouth, he immediately regrets what he said. He is always putting
his foot in his mouth.
A. making a mistake
B. speaking indirectly
C. doing things in the wrong order
D. saying embarrassing things
Question 26: Ponce de Leon searched in vain for a means of rejuvenating the aged
A. making weary again
B. making wealthy again
C. making merry again
D. making young again
Question 27: Mr. Young, general manager of the emergency response division of AMSA, said that the
debris was spotted along a busy shipping route and could be containers that had fallen off cargo vessels.
A. collected
B. seen
C. shot
D. analised
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in
meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 28: Because Jack defaulted on his loan, the bank took him to court.

A. failed to pay
B. had a bad personality
C. paid in full
D. was paid much money
Question 29: In remote communities, it’s important to replenish stocks before the winter sets in.
A. empty
B. refill
C. remake
D. repeat
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Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to show the underlined part that needs correction in
each of the following questions.
Question 30: Not until much later did she realize that her long-known partner had been lying her.
A
B
C
D
Question 31: She was anxious about the interview because she failed three interviews before.
A
B
C
D
Question 32: Animals and man use the energy finding in food to operate their body and muscles.
A
B
C
D
Question 33: A basic knowledge of social studies, such as history and geography, are considered a basic

A
B
C
part of the education of every child.
D
Question 34: Having finished his term paper before the deadline, it was delivered to the professor before
the class.
A
B
C
D
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 35 to 44.
Scientists have discovered the bones of what may be the largest meat-eating dinosaur ever to walk the
earth. The discovery was made by a team of researchers from Argentina and North America in Patagonia,
a desert on the eastern slopes of the Andes in South America. Besides the interesting fact that the
dinosaur was huge and horrifying, it is even more astounding that the bones of a number of the dinosaurs
were found together. This discovery challenges the prior theory that the biggest meat-eaters lived as
loners and instead indicates that they may have lived and hunted in packs. The Tyrannosaurus Rex lived
in North America and was believed to hunt and live alone.
The newly discovered meat-eater appears to be related to the Giganotosaurus family, being as closely
related to it as a fox would be to a dog. It is actually not of the same family at all as the Tyrannosaurus
Rex, being as different from it as a cat is from a dog.
The fossilized remains indicate that the animals lived about 100 million years ago. With needle-shaped
noses and razor sharp teeth, they were larger than the Tyrannosaurus Rex, although their legs were
slightly shorter, and their jaws were designed to be better able to dissect their prey quickly and precisely.
Question 35: The author states that the newly discovered dinosaur remains are evidence that it was the
largest __________.
A. dinosaur ever
B. herbivorous dinosaur

C. carnivorous dinosaur
D. South American dinosaur
Question 36: The word Besides in the first paragraph is closest in meaning to __________.
A. in spite of
B. mostly
C. although.
D. in addition to
Question 37: The word horrifying in the first paragraph is closest in meaning to __________.
A. interesting
B. frightening
C. large
D. fast
Question 38: The word astounding in the first paragraph is closest in meaning to __________.
A. pleasing
B. displeasing
C. terrifying
D. surprising
Question 39: The author implies that the most interesting fact about the find is that this dinosaur
_____________.
A. was found in the Andes
C. was larger than Tyrannosaurus Rex

B. had a powerful jaw and sharp teeth
D. lived and hunted with others

Question 40: The passage indicates that prior to this discovery scientists believed that ___________.
A. meat-eating dinosaurs were small in stature
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B. there were no meat-eating dinosaurs in the Andes
C. Tyrannosaurus Rex lived in the Andes
D. meat-eating dinosaurs lived alone
Question 41: The word it in the second paragraph refers to ___________.
A. Giganotosaurus
B. dog
C. newly discovered meat-eater
D. Relationship
Question 42: The author states that the newly discovered meat-eating dinosaur is ___________.
A. not closely related to Giganotosaurus
B. not closely related to Tyrannosaurus Rex.
C. closely related to the large cat family
D. closely related to Tyrannosaurus Rex.
Question 43: The word dissect in the last sentence is closest in meaning to ____________.
A. escape
B. swallow
C. dismember
D. chew
Question 44: The word prey in the last sentence of the passage is closest in meaning to ____________.
A. attacker
B. dinosaurs
C. enemy
D. victim
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.
Humans have struggled against weeds since the beginnings of agriculture. Marring our gardens is one
of the milder effects of weeds - any plants that thrive where they are unwanted. They clog waterways,
destroy wildlife habitats, and impede farming. Their spread eliminates grazing areas and accounts for
one-third of all crop loss. They compete for sunlight, nutrients, and water with useful plants.
The global need for weed control had been answered mainly by the chemical industry. Its herbicides

are effective and sometimes necessary, but some pose serious problems, particularly if misused. Toxic
compounds threaten animal and public health when they accumulate in food plants, groundwater, and
drinking water. They also harm workers who apply them.
In recent years, the chemical industry has introduced several herbicides that are more ecologically
sound. Yet new chemicals alone cannot solve the world's weed problems. Hence, scientists are exploring
the innate weed-killing powers of living organisms, primarily insects and microorganisms.
The biological agents now in use are environmentally benign and are harmless to humans. They can be
chosen for their ability to attack selected targets and leave crops and other plants untouched. In contrast,
some of the most effective chemicals kill virtually all the plants they come in contact with, sparing only
those that are naturally resistant or have been genetically modified for resistance. Furthermore, a number
of biological agents can be administered only once, after which no added applications are needed.
Chemicals typically must be used several times per growing season.
Question 45: With what topic does this passage primarily deal?
A. Advantages of biological agents over chemical ones.
B. A proposal to ban the use of all herbicides.
C. The importance of the chemical industry.
D. The dangers of toxic chemicals.
Question 46: The word “marring” in bold is closest in meaning to __________.
A. dividing
B. spoiling
C. planting
D. replacing
Question 47: The word “clog” in bold is closest in meaning to __________.
A. obstruct
B. grow along
C. drain
D. float on
Question 48: Which of the following terms does the author define in the first paragraph?
A. weeds
B. wildlife habitats

C. grazing area
D. nutrients
Question 49: Which of the following statements about the use of chemical agents as herbicides would the
author most likely agree?
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A. It should be increased.
C. It has become more dangerous recently.

B. It is occasionally required.
D. It is safe but inefficient.

Question 50: Which of the following is NOT given as an advantage of using biological agents over
chemical herbicides?
A. They are more easily available.
B. They are safer for workers.
C. They do not have to be used as often.
D. They are less likely to destroy desirable plants.
Question 51: The word “innate” in bold is closest in meaning to __________.
A. active
B. effective
C. natural
D. organic
Question 52: According to the passage, biological agents mainly consist of ___________.
A. insects and microorganisms
B. weeds
C. herbicides
D. useful plants
Question 53: The word “applications” in bold could best be replaced by which of the following?

A. requests
B. treatments
C. qualifications
D. special purposes
Question 54: Which of the following best describes the organization of the passage?
A. A recommendation is analyzed and rejected.
B. Two possible causes of a phenomenon are compared.
C. A problem is described and possible solutions are discussed.
D. A general idea is introduced and several specific examples are given.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct word or phrase for each of the blanks.
One of the hottest topics on the international development agenda is how to harness the power of
International Monetary Fund for the benefit of developing countries. What is sometimes called “the death
of distance”, brought about by the (55)
_____, allow professional services such as (56) __________
education and training to be provided easily and quickly to (57)
areas. Some of the gains can
be seen in countries as diverse as India and Morocco, where innovations range from (58)
____
government announcements to local craftsmen selling their wares to a (59) ________ market. But already
a huge and expanding (60)
divide is opening up between developed and developing nations.
The major tasks facing world leaders at present is to (61)
everybody on the planet with clean
water, basic education and the drugs needed to fight preventable diseases. Installing a (62) __________ in
every classroom and liking us to (63)
___ must be a lesser (64)
______, for the time being at
least.
Question 55: A. internet

B. telephone

C. computer

D. modern

Question 56: A. hardware

B. equipment

C. software

D. stationary

Question 57: A. uninhabited

B. secluded

C. remote

D. far

Question 58: A. online

B. broadcast

C. recorded

D. programmed

Question 59: A. global

B. technical

C. village

D. shrinking

Question 60: A. electrical

B. digital

C. economical

D. physical

Question 61: A. supply

B. give

C. administer

D. donate

Question 62: A. video

B. modem

C. plug

D. mobile phone

Question 63: A. virtual reality

B. outer space

C. cyberspace

D. the real world

Question 64: A. criteria

B. importance

C. advantage

D. priority
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SECTION B: WRITING (2 points): Part I: 5 questions x 0.1 = 0.5 points; Part II: 1.5 points
I. Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means the same as the sentence printed
before it. Write your answers on your answer sheet.
1. The milkman appears to be running away from your fierce dog.
It looks as if _____________________________________________________________________
2. People say he won a lot of money on the lottery.
He ____________________________________________________________________________
3. “I won’t answer any questions,” said the arrested man.
The arrested man ________________________________________________________________

4. Even though some events were cancelled, thousands of people attended the festival.
Despite _________________________________________________________________________
5. Your silly questions distracted me.
You drove ______________________________________________________________________
II. In a composition of about 200 words, write about the harmful as well as the beneficial effects of
advertising. Write your composition on your answer sheet.
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ĐÁP ÁN ĐỀ KHẢO SÁT LỚP 12
LẦN 2 - NĂM 2016
MÔN: TIẾNG ANH

SECTION A: MULTIPLE-CHOICE QUESTIONS (64 questions x 0.125 = 8 points)

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