Đề thi chọn học sinh giỏi Tiếng Anh 11 cấp trường 2015-2016

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ĐỀ CHÍNH THỨC
Họ và tên thí sinh: ___________________
Trường: ___________________________
Số báo danh: _______________________
Lớp: _________ Ngày sinh: ___________

KỲ THI CHỌN HỌC SINH GIỎI CẤP TRƯỜNG
NĂM HỌC 2015 – 2016
MÔN THI: TIẾNG ANH – LỚP: 11
Ngày thi: 31 tháng 10 năm 2015
Thời gian làm bài: 150 phút (không kể thời gian phát đề)
Chữ ký giám thị 1:
Chữ ký giám thị 2:
SỐ CỦA MỖI BÀI
Từ 1 đến 30 do Giám thị ghi

SỐ PHÁCH
do CT HĐ chấm thi ghi

Điểm bằng số

Điểm bằng chữ

Chữ ký giám khảo 1

Chữ ký giám khảo 2

SỐ PHÁCH
do CT HĐ chấm thi ghi

SỐ CỦA MỖI BÀI
Từ 1 đến 30 do Giám thị ghi

Điểm phần I

Điểm phần II

Điểm phần III

Điểm phần IV

Điểm phần V

Điểm phần VI

Điểm phần VII

Điểm tổng

A – GRAMMAR AND VOCABULARY: (3,5pts)
Part 1: Choose the best answer among A, B, C or D. Circle your choice. (2,0pts)
1. I mistake Helen for her sister. Those two are like peas in a pod.
A. are like chalk and cheese
B. are similar in quality
B. like as night and day
D. like as two peas
2. When we first got married, we were as poor as church …………
A. beggar
B. miser
C. mouse

D. pauper
3. He doesn’t invest in the arms industry ………… principle.
A. in
B. on
C. with
D. of
4. I’m looking forward to meeting your new boss – you’ve been …………… his praises ever since he arrived.
A. calling
B. shouting
C. singing
D. crying
5. This is a difficult puzzle. I racked my ………… for two hours, but I couldn’t solve it.
A. skull
B. mind
C. head
D. brain
6. Sources in France suggested that further ………… would be needed before they would agree to a deal.
A. consolations
B. contractions
C. contortions
D. concessions
7. Many people live in ………… of losing control.
A. worry
B. fright
C. fear
D. concern
8. - “Guess what! I’ve just got invited to my teacher’s house for dinner!” - “ ………….”
A. Really? I don't think so.
C. Well done.
B. What’s that?

D. Oh, how nice.
9. Without her glasses she made a ………… and filled in the wrong form.
A. error
B. blunder
C. lapse
D. fault
10. During the storm we took …………… in the doorway of a shop.
A. help
B. comfort
C. guard
D. shelter
11. To the best of my recollection, I was not present at the meeting.
A. If I remember correctly
B. I have no recollection of my memory
C. In my experience
C. I don’t remember
12. “Did you remember to give Ann the money you owe her?” - “Yes ……… I saw her, I rememered”
A. Momentarily
B. While
C. Suddenly
D. The instant
13. He crept in ………… his parents should wake up.
A. lest
B. unless
C. otherwise
D. whereby
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14. At first they refused but I managed to ………… them round to my way of thinking.
A. put
B. force
C. push
D. bring
15. We were at a disadvantage ……… that we did not have a very good knowledge of the language the others
were using.
A. by
B. with
C. in
D. for
16. Why do you object to ………… - he’ll be an asset to the company?
A. he be taken on
B. him being taken on
C. he being taken on
D. him be taken on
17. He managed to finish his thesis under the ……… of his tutor.
A. guidance
B. aid
C. assistance
D. help
18. Some felt that they were hurrying into an epoch of unprecedented enlightenment, in which better education
and beneficial technology would ………… wealth and leisure for all.
A. maintain
B. ensure
C. certify
D. console
19. The memorial in the main square …………… the soldiers who lost their lives in the war.
A. celebrates

B. commemorates
C. recalls
D. remembers
20. A feeling of tiredness almost ………… the soldier on duty and he had to struggle hard to keep awake.
A. conquered
B. defeated
C. overcame
D. put out
Part 2: Supply the correct verb tense or form to complete the sentences (1,0pt)
1. Unlike the owl, bats cannot see very well, but they do have very good …………………… (hear)
2. A reader can request that a specific book ……………… (reserve) for him as soon as it becomes available in
the library.
3. Walking out alone at night is not a good idea. I would rather that you ………………… (not go) out tonight.
4. I’d as soon ………………… (go) to another restaurant as wait for a table here.
5. His ………………………. (take) ill was quite unexpected.
6. The job will entail ……………………… (travel) to different parts of the country, often at short notice.
7. I’d rather ……………………………… (not/invite) to the party with my parents because there was nothing
interesting there.
8. I apologize for the mistake made by my team. There appears …………………… (be) a slight
misunderstanding.
9. That you should use just half a pinch of salt a day …………… (be) highly appreciated.
10. I don’t mind her ………………… (appoint) above me.
Part 3: Give the correct form of the given words to complete the following sentences. (0,5pt)
1. My ankle is really ……………………… (swell) and I cannot walk easily.
2. Herbert has been a(n) ……………………… (dispense) member of this company’s staff. I don’t know what I
would do without him!
3. You see, after a while, even the road can become …………………… (monotony) and lose its flavor, but no
matter how …………………… (enthuse) you feel, you’ve still got to produce content.
4. Despite whether you think …………………… (global) is good or bad, it effects the world in two important
areas: jobs and culture.

B – READING: (3,5pts)
Part 1: Read the text below and decide which answer A, B, C or D best fits each space. (1,0pt)
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Why Are So Many Animals on the Verge of Extinction?
How can elephants just (1) ________? Well, because humans are killing them to supply illegal ivory to
markets throughout the world. As many as 50,000 elephants (2) ________ killed annually.
Elephants are the largest land animals on Earth. If anyone’s killing anyone, it makes way more sense for
elephants to be (3) ________ humans, because humans aren’t as big as elephants. But they don’t kill humans,
because they are kind and (4) ________ their own business.
Elephants are some of the most loving, family-oriented, emotional and intelligent animals on our planet.
The females (5) ________ together for their entire lives, while the males leave the family at puberty and live in
a bachelor herd until they are ready to be (6) ________ their own (typical). If one is sad, they will console each
other with their trunks. They trunk hug each other! If they come across a (7) ________ elephant, or even just
the bones of an elephant, they dig a grave and stay there for days mourning the loss (if they come across a
human who has died, it’s been reported that they show the same respect). They never forget another elephant,
or even a human who has made a (an) (8) ________ on them.
Elephants can live up to 80 years, but their lives are being cut drastically short because humans want their
tusks. (9) ________, they aren’t the only animals on the endangered species list due to poachers. Rhinos,
leopards, tigers, lions, bluefin tuna, salamanders and sharks are all being threatened by poaching.
Poaching isn’t the only man-made cause of extinction, however. The global climate change is continuing
to threaten the world’s animals. Another major problem is the CO 2 increase. The more CO2 humans put into the
atmosphere, the more acidic the oceans become, killing marine life and threatening so many (10) ________.
(From “ by Jill Layton)
1.
A. die off

B. die out
C. die from
D. die of
2.
A. is
B. have been
C. are being
D. will be
3.
A. kill
B. killing
C. killed
D. killed by
4.
A. care
B. tend
C. mind
D. help
5.
A. stick
B. get
C. walk
D. put heads
6.
A. in
B. on
C. of
D. for
7.
A. die

B. dying
C. death
D. dead
8.
A. harmfulness
B. detriment
C. affect
D. impact
9.
A. Therefore
B. Although
C. However
D. Yet
10.
A. other
B. others
C. the other
D. the others
Part 2: Read the passage below and choose the best answer for each question. (1,0pt)
SMART ENERGY
The next few decades will see great changes in the way energy is supplied and used. In some major oil
producing nations, “peak oil” has already been reached, and there are increasing fears of global warming.
Consequently, many countries are focusing on the switch to a low carbon economy. This transition will lead to
major changes in the supply and use of electricity. [A] Firstly, there will be an increase in overall demand, as
consumers switch from oil and gas to electricity to power their homes and vehicles. [B] Secondly, there will be
an increase in power generation, not only in terms of how much is generated, but also how it is generated, as to
provide the electricity industry with there is growing electricity generation from renewable sources. [C] To
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meet these challenges, countries are investing in Smart Grid technology. [D] This system aims a better
understanding of power generation and demand, and to use this information to create a more efficient power
network.
Smart Grid technology basically involves the application of a computer system to the electricity network.
The computer system can be used to collect information about supply and demand and improve engineer's
ability to manage the system. With better information about electricity demand, the network will be able to
increase the amount of electricity delivered per unit generated, leading to potential reductions in fuel needs and
carbon emissions. Moreover, the computer system will assist in reducing operational and maintenance costs.
Smart Grid technology offers benefits to the consumer too. They will be able to collect real-time
information on their energy use for each appliance. Varying tariffs throughout the day will give customers the
incentive to use appliances at times when supply greatly exceeds demand, leading to great reductions in bills.
For example, they may use their washing machines at night. Smart meters can also be connected to the internet
or telephone system, allowing customers to switch appliances on or off remotely. Furthermore, if houses are
fitted with the apparatus to generate their own power, appliances can be set to run directly from the on-site
power source, and any excess can be sold to the grid.
With these changes comes a range of challenges. The first involves managing the supply and demand.
Sources of renewable energy, such as wind, wave and solar, are notoriously unpredictable, and nuclear power,
which is also set to increase as nations switch to alternative energy sources, is inflexible. With oil and gas, it is
relatively simple to increase the supply of energy to match the increasing demand during peak times of the day
or year. With alternative sources, this is far more difficult, and may lead to blackouts or system collapse.
Potential solutions include investigating new and efficient ways to store energy and encouraging consumers to
use electricity at off-peak times.
A second problem is the fact that many renewable power generation sources are located in remote areas,
such as windy uplands and coastal regions, where there is currently a lack of electrical infrastructure. New
infrastructures therefore must be built. Thankfully, with improved smart technology, this can be done more
efficiently by reducing the reinforcement or construction costs.
Although Smart Technology is still in its infancy, pilot schemes to promote and test it are already
underway. Consumers are currently testing the new smart meters which can be used in their homes to manage

electricity use. There are also a number of demonstrations being planned to show how the smart technology
could practically work, and trials are in place to test the new electrical infrastructure. It is likely that technology
will be added in “layers”, starting with “quick win” methods which will provide initial carbon savings, to be
followed by more advanced systems at a later date. Cities are prime candidates for investment into smart
energy, due to the high population density and high energy use. It is here where Smart Technology is likely to
be promoted first, utilising a range of sustainable power sources, transport solutions and an infrastructure for
charging electrically powered vehicles. The infrastructure is already changing fast. By the year 2050, changes
in the energy supply will have transformed our homes, our roads and our behaviour.
1. According to paragraph 1, what has happened in some oil producing countries?
A. They are unwilling to sell their oil any more.
B. They are not producing as much oil as they used to.
C. The supply of oil is unpredictable.
D. Global warming is more severe here than in other countries.
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2. Where in Paragraph 1 can the following sentence be placed?
We are also likely to see more electricity generation centres, as households and communities take up the
opportunity to install photovoltaic cells and small scale wind turbines.
A. In [A]
B. In [B]
C. In [C]
D. In [D]
3. Which of the following is NOT a benefit of Smart Grid technology to consumers?
A. It can reduce their electricity bills.
B. It can tell them how much energy each appliance is using.
C. It can allow them to turn appliances on and off when they are not at home.
D. It can reduce the amount of energy needed to power appliances.

4. According to paragraph 4, what is the problem with using renewable sources of power?
A. They do not provide much energy.
B. They often cause system failure and blackouts.
C. They do not supply a continuous flow of energy.
D. They can’t be used at off-peak times.
5. In paragraph 6, what can be inferred about cities in the future?
A. More people will be living in cities in the future than nowadays.
B. People in cities will be using cars and buses powered by electricity.
C. All buildings will generate their own electricity.
D. Smart Grid technology will only be available in cities.
6. The word “remote” in paragraph 5 could be best replace by:
A. isolated
B. crowded
C. attractive
D. alone
7. The word “underway” in paragraph 6 is closest in meaning to:
A. permanent
B. complete
C. beneficial
D. in progress
8. What is the main idea of the final paragraph? (paragraph 6)
A. To describe who will benefit from Smart Grid technology first.
B. To outline the advantages of Smart Grid technology.
C. To summarize the main ideas in the previous paragraphs.
D. To describe how, where and when Smart Technology will be introduced.
9. In paragraph 6, what can be inferred about the introduction of Smart Grid Technology?
A. The technologies which produce most benefits will be introduced first.
B. The cheapest technologies will be introduced first.
C. The technologies which are most difficult to put into place will be introduced first.
D. Technologically advanced systems will be introduced first.

10. Which of the aspects below is NOT answered in the passage?
A. The ways Smart Grid technology will affect the way consumers use energy.
B. The problems which will have to be overcome in switching to Smart Grid Technology.
C. How consumers are likely to respond to Smart Grid technology.
D. The reasons why Smart Grid technology will be needed in the future.
Part 3: Read the text below and think of the word which best fits each space. Use only ONE word in each
space. (1,5pts)
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RADIO, TELEVISION AND THE FILM INDUSTRY
Cinema and television are generally thought (1) ………… as being distinct, whether as industrial
practices or as viewing experiences. (2) ………… fact, the two have been quite closely interwoven, ever (3)
………… television first emerged (4) ………… a possible rival to the cinema (5) ………… an industrial scale.
This was particularly true in the United States, (6) ………… a crossover between radio and cinema interests
began in the 1920s, extending to television with the start of commercial broadcasting in 1939. In European
countries, where broadcasting was in the hands of state monopolies, they remained separate for longer, (7)
………… since the 1950s, there has been a growing convergence at all levels. By the 1980s, with the advent of
large screen television on the one (8) ………… and home video on the other, all the distinctions had come
blurred.
Before television, in the United States, broadcasting developed as a system of privately owned,
commercial stations, tied together by two great networks and ineffectively regulated by the federal government.
The Holywood Studios were the (9) ………… to propose an alternative programming structure which would
have supported broadcasting from box-office profits. Paramount and MGM attempted to initiate (10) …………
own film based radio networks in the late 1920s, using film talent under contract to provide entertainment with
publicity value in promoting films. (11) …………, a combination of exhibitors’ objections, together (12)
………… an inability to obtain necessary connecting land lines, blocked these efforts. In desperation, the
studios turned (13) ………… station ownership and the advertising agencies and sponsors who produced the

bulk of radio programming in the 1930s and 1940s. Hollywood stars and properties figured large in radio’s
golden (14) ………… Paramount purchased an interest in CBS in 1928, which it was forced to surrender (15)
………… financial pressure in 1932.

C – WRITING: (3,0pts)
Part 1: Read the first sentence, and then complete the second setence with the same meaning. (2,0pts)
1. My husband has had to earn the income since I broke my leg.
BRING
………………………………………………………………………………………………
2. The villagers prepared themselves to withstand the coming storm.
BRACED
………………………………………………………………………………………………
3. His analysis of the situation was far too complex for me to grasp.
HEAD
………………………………………………………………………………………………
4. If we delay too long, we are likely to clinch the deal.
LONGER
………………………………………………………………………………………………
5. I don’t know why Fred made such an extraordinary decision.
PROMPTED
………………………………………………………………………………………………
6. I have absolutely no interest whatever in adventure holidays.
APPEAL
………………………………………………………………………………………………
7. Driving a car without insurance is illegal.
LAW
………………………………………………………………………………………………
8. My father doesn’t allow me to go out at night.
LINE
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9. She specifically stressed the need for absolute confidentiality.
EMPHASIS
………………………………………………………………………………………………
10. I tried not to get involved in that situation.
MIXED
………………………………………………………………………………………………
Part 2: Read the following extract and use your own words to summarize it (in about 100 words). You
MUST NOT copy or re-write the original. (0,5pt)
Most people drink orange juice and eat oranges because they are said to be rich in vitamin C. There are also
other foods that are rich in vitamin C. It is found in citrus fruits and vegetables such as broccoli, spinach,
cabbage, cauliflower, and carrots.
Vitamin C is important to our health. Do you really know how essential this nutrient is to our health and wellbeing? Our body needs to heal itself. Vitamin C can repair and prevent damage to the cells in our body and heal
wounds. It also keeps our teeth and gums healthy. That is not all. It protects our body from infections such as
colds and flu and also helps us to get better faster when we have these infections. That is why a lot of people
drink orange juice and take vitamin C tablets every day. This wonderful vitamin is also good for our heart. It
protects the linings of the arteries, which are the blood vessels that carry oxygenated blood. In other words, it
offers protection against heart disease.
If we do not get enough vitamin C, which means we are not eating enough food that contains this vitamin, it
can lead to serious diseases. Lack of vitamin C can lead to scurvy, which causes swollen gums, cheeks, fingers,
hands, toes, and feet. In serious conditions, it can lead to bleeding from wounds, loss of teeth, and opening up
of wounds. Therefore, make sure you have enough vitamin C in your diet.
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Part 3: Write an essay of about 350 words to express your opinion on the following statement: (1,5pts)
“The man who asks a question is a fool for a minute, the man who does not ask is a fool for life.”
(NB: You may continue your writing on the back page if you need more space)
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