ĐỀ THI THỬ MÔN TIẾNG ANH KỲ THI TRUNG HỌC PHỔ THÔNG QUỐC GIA (ĐỀ SỐ 17)

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KỲ THI TRUNG HỌC PHỔ THÔNG QUỐC GIA NĂM 2018

ĐỀ TỰ LÀM SỐ 17

Bài thi: NGOẠI NGỮ; Môn thi: TIẾNG ANH

(Đề thi có 04 trang)

Thời gian làm bài: 60 phút, không kể thời gian phát đề

Họ, tên thí sinh: .........................................................................
Số báo danh: .............................................................................
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the
other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
Question 1. A. foot

B. book

C. wood

D. moon

Question 2. A. honey

B. house

C. hour

D. home

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the
position of the primary stress in each of the following questions.
Question 3. A. spacious

B. annual

Question 4. A. wilderness B. apartment

C. courteous

D. secure

C. stability

D. acquaintance

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Question 5. Never in my life _____ anything as tortuous as what my wounded feet endured in a
great deal of walking.
A. had I experienced

B. I did experience

C. did I experience D. I had experienced

Question 6. We have a better chance of surviving them if we control our emotions and strive to
pull ourselves above _____ pain we experience.
A. whichever

B. wherever

C. whatever

D. however

Question 7. After having graduated from an architecture university, he lives the life that he
_____ years ago.
A. had chosen

B. chooses

C. has chosen

D. chose

Question 8. According to my relatives, my grandfather and grandmother were never seen
_____ .
A. quarrel

B. quarrelling

C. quarrelled

D. to quarrel

Question 9. When I was small, my means of getting _____ was a toy horse made of banana
stalks.

A. about

B. out

C. around

D. across

Question 10. I often _____ asleep on the shrine floor, which were meticulously cleaned by the
old lady every single day.
A. tumbled

B. felt

C. sank

D. fell

Question 11. In a dangerous experience, I dug a hole to find bamboo shoots without _____ of
hornets was directly above my head.
A. a hive that realizing

B. realizing that a hive

C. that a hive realizing

D. a hive, realizing that

Question 12. These people were well _____ for their fortitude, hard work and courage.
A. cared

B. ready

C. attentive

D. known

Question 13. You are much less _____ when tired after a long day.
A. product

B. produce

C. producing

D. productive

Question 14. A school visit to a rural location will _____ the project into a special experience.
A. move

B. turn

C. change

D. make

Question 15. Though my son was quite young, he would soon grow_____the job he was given.
A. growing

B. up

C. into

D. out

Question 16. Using a modem to connect the computer to the phone line or ADSL, you can
_____ online and use the World Wide Web.
A. go

B. move

C. get

D. come

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct response to each of the following
exchanges.
Question 17.
-“What’s your place like?”
-“ _____ .”
A. You can come and take a bath at my place any time.
B. It’s nice. It’s got two bedrooms, a big one and a small one.
C. It was so crowded. We couldn't even get a hotel room.
D. The shopping was fantastic. I had a wonderful time.
Question 18.


-“What sort of job are you looking for?”
-“ _____ .”
A. Well, I'm still in school, so I want something either in the evenings or on the weekend.
B. As a student, the most interesting thing about the job is working with people.

C. Oh, for me the most important is job satisfaction and I can have some work experience.
D. No, I don't think so. I'd really prefer something outdoors.
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined
word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 19. Father continued to work very hard, hoping to be promoted to the position of
manager. Finally, his hard work paid off and he was promoted.
A. paid in full

B. compensated

C. succeeded

D. improved

Question 20. The lower temperatures mean that many tropical crops cannot be grown in the
highlands, particularly during the cold season.
A. summer and spring

B. abundant and early

C. warm and humid

D. traditional and stable

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined
word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 21. The great halls of the palace were crowded with nobles, who welcomed Conrad
bravely, and so bright and happy did all things seem, that he felt his tears and sorrows passing
away.
A. living

B. beginning

C. improving

D. giving birth

Question 22. I was never able to bring myself to use money which I had earned
in questionable ways.
A. honest

B. lucky

C. straight

D. easy

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of
the following questions.
Question 23. I really had to thank my father and cousin in giving me this opportunity.
A. in

B. and

C. opportunity

D. to thank

Question 24. I felt like a complete alien who didn't understand something people were saying.

A. were saying

B. something

C. who

D. like

Question 25. I was anxious about which was going to happen next and began to sweat.
A. anxious

B. which

C. began

D. to happen

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or
phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
For kids, water sports are adventurous and fun filled, but safety has to be given first priority. All
kids should compulsorily wear life jackets, (26) _____ they know how to swim. All boats and
rafts should also carry (27) _____ life jackets, whistles and lifebuoys. While playing water
sports, kids need to be accompanied by an adult, preferably an attentive lifeguard, who must
know how to swim. He should also know what to do during times of emergency and the ABCs
of giving first (28) _____ Water sports should always be carried out when the climate is
pleasant. If the weather is sunny, do apply sun screen cream to (29) _____ the children from
radiations.
There are different kinds of water sports for children. Let's start with a simple water sport (30)
_____ boating, which is very much enjoyable. In most of the kids and youths camps you'll find

boating and canoeing. If you want an adventurous water sport, then sailing has to be your first
choice.
(Adapted from: />Question 26. A. however

B. even so

C. so that

D. even if

Question 27. A. many

B. more

C. extra

D. enough

Question 28. A. help

B. view

C. aid

D. support

Question 29. A. care

B. protect

C. keep

D. support

Question 30. A. such

B. like

C. similar

D. as

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to
each of the questions.
Aside from simply wearing nothing, it seems almost impossible to look your best in the heat of
summer. But surviving without sacrificing your style is doable - if you dress smartly. To
pinpoint exactly what we mean, we enlisted celeb stylists Jen Rade and Alex Sweterlitsch to


give their expert tips on exactly what to wear for humid weather.
As to design, Sweterlitsch advised us to "stick to shapes that fall away from the body. The less
fabric touching your skin, the cooler you'll feel". This also means that you should avoid tight
jeans by all means. Try lightweight denim in loser shapes like boyfriend or wide-leg to keep
cool," Rade said. Furthermore, remember to embrace cut-outs. "Dresses and tops with cut-outs
are not only fun but they have built-in ventilation," Rade added.
As to material, opt for cotton. "Avoid synthetic fabrics at all costs; they'll cling and stick and
make you miserable," Sweterlitsch said.
If you are wondering about the colour, go light or go bright. "I say this as a girl who wears
black almost daily, but it really helps to avoid dark colours when it's blazing-hot outside. Think
like the Navy and invest in some 'summer whites.' A nice white fit-and-flare dress with

colourful ballet flats or sandals is cute for work or a weekend afternoon. Prints are also great at
hiding sweat marks," Rade said.
In addition to clothes, consider your footwear. "It matters what shoes you choose - heat escapes
through our heads and our feet, so opt for canvas shoes if you have to wear closed-toe.
Otherwise, wear chic sandals as much as possible," Sweterlitsch said.
(Adapted from: />Question 31. What is the best title for the passage?
A. What to wear in tropical countries

B. How to dress for hot, humid weather

C. When to buy summer clothing

D. Why fashion so hot this season

Question 32. According to the passage, you _____ on hot days.
A. spending more time alone

B. can still dress stylishly

C. should not wear anything

D. buy some smart dresses

Question 33. According to Sweterlitsch, to feel cool, you should _____.
A. stick to tight jeans

B. have the ventilation

C. try long-sleeved shirts

D. wear loose clothes

Question 34. According to Sweterlitsch, we should _____.
A. buy synthetic fabrics no matter how much the cost is


B. know synthetic fabrics are more costly than cotton clothes
C. never wear clothes made of synthetic fabrics in the summer
D. only choose synthetic fabrics when the clothes are cheap
Question 35. It can be inferred from the passage that Rade’s clothes are often _____.
A. blue

B. black

C. white

D. red

Question 36. Whose clothing is suggested to follow when we choose the colour to wear in the
summer?
A. Teachers’

B. Models’

C. Designers’

D. Sailors’

Question 37. Which of the followings is NOT recommended?
A. Open-toe shoes

B. Ballet flats

C. Closed-toe sandals

D. Canvas shoes

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to
each of the questions.
In addition to improved physical health, sport plays a primarily positive role in youth
development, including improved academic achievement, higher self- esteem, fewer
behavioural problems, and better psychosocial development. Many studies focus on the effects
of sport on the five “C’ s” – competence, confidence, connections, character, and caring The
many facets of playing sport – the discipline of training, learning teamwork, following the
leadership of coaches and captains, learning to lose - provide lifelong skills for athletes.
The literature on youth sport stresses the positive effects of participation in learning the
important life skills of goal setting and time management combined with enjoyment; the
development of a strong sense of morality; and the development of an appreciation of diversity.
Studies have shown that children and youth participating in sport, when compared to peers who
do not play sport, exhibit higher grades, expectations, and attainment; greater personal
confidence and self-esteem; greater connections with school – that is, greater attachment and
support from adults; stronger peer relationships; more academically oriented friends; greater
family attachment and more frequent interactions with parents; more restraint in avoiding risky
behaviour; and greater involvement in volunteer work.
Sport provides opportunities for children and youth to engage in valuable and positive


relationships with adults. Thus, it is a missed opportunity for children who are “gated” – or not
included in sport - during early stages of childhood because they are less well behaved than
other children. These children are being prevented from participating in the very thing that

could help them learn to control and regulate their behaviour. Sport provides an opportunity for
children to safely navigate and negotiate between right and wrong as they learn to interact with
peers and adults. Research by Taliaferro et al. suggests that playing sport can even protect
against suicide risk in youth. Compared to nonathletes, male athletes exhibit lower levels of
hopelessness and suicidal ideation. Young males involved in multiple sports seem to garner
even more protection in this regard. Similar results were found for girls. Research on the role of
exercise in adults confirms that it improves mood and alleviates many forms of depression.
Bartko and Eccles found that youth who are highly involved in sport are more “psychologically
resilient,” that is, better able to recover from problems. Eccles et al. found that sport
participation protects young athletes against social isolation.
(Adapted from: Sport is a way of life, Sun Star Baguio, Jan 10, 2017)
Question 38. What is NOT mentioned as a factor contributing to lifelong skills for athletes?
A. Leading other people

B. Learning to obey rules

C. Learning to accept failure

D. Working well together as a team

Question 39. According to the passage what is NOT increased by playing sports?
A. Having success in studying

B. Eating fresh, nutritious food

C. Having good mental states

D. Feeling happy with your own abilities

Question 40. According to the passage, sport players benefit from _____.

A. scoring a lot of goals

B. enjoying success

C. acknowledging differences

D. suffering time pressure

Question 41. Which of the followings is NOT mentioned as a benefit for teenagers playing
sport in comparison with those who do not?
A. Having more friends

B. Doing more volunteer work

C. Having more self-control

D. Being more self-confident

Question 42. What does the word “gated” in the third paragraph mean?


A. Staying outside the stadium gate
B. Being kept away from playing sports
C. Being locked inside the house
D. Being excluded from the school’s sport team
Question 43. Which of the followings is NOT prevented as a result of playing sports?
A. Being separate from the society
B. The feeling of being without hope
C. Suffering economic decline
D. Thinking of killing oneself deliberately

Question 44. Whose study suggests that sport players are more able to feel better after
unpleasant events than others?
A. Taliaferro et al.’s

B. Bartko and Eccles’s

C. Taliaferro and Bartko

D. Eccles et al.’s

Question 45. What is the best title for the passage?
A. Tips for youth to play sport in a beneficial way
B. Advantages and disadvantages of playing sport
C. Causes and effects of problems in playing sport
D. Psychological and social benefits of playing sport
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the
following questions.
Question 46. We should encourage our youth to strive for goodness and decency.
A. We had better be encouraged to strive for goodness and decency.
B. Goodness and decency should be strived for by us and our youth.
C. Our youth should be encouraged to strive for goodness and decency.
D. We should encourage our youth to strive for nothing but goodness and decency.
Question 47. The woman asked the fisherman, “Why did you throw those beautiful, big fish
back into the water, and keep only this small one?”
A. The woman asked the fisherman why she had to throw those beautiful, big fish back into
the water, and keep only that small one.


B. The fisherman was asked to throw those beautiful, big fish back into the water and kept
only that small one.

C. The woman asked why the fisherman why he had thrown those beautiful, big fish back into
the water and kept only that small one.
D. The woman wondered if the fisherman had thrown those beautiful, big fish back into the
water and kept only that small one.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of
sentences in the following questions.
Question 48. His wife was not strong enough to do the planting.
A. His wife was too weak to do the planting.
B. His wife did have enough strength to do the planting.
C. His wife needed too much strength to do the planting.
D. His wife was not as strong as he was when planting.
Question 49. I didn't hold up a sign with correct direction. I do not have to wait for an hour for
someone to stop.
A. Should I hold up a sign with correct direction, I might have to wait for an hour for someone
to stop.
B. Had I held up a sign with correct direction, I might have to wait for an hour for someone to
stop.
C. Unless I held up a sign with correct direction, I might have to wait for an hour for someone
to stop.
D. If I had held up a sign with correct direction, I might not have to wait for an hour for
someone to stop.
Question 50. George finished his studies at the university. Then he began to look around for a
job.
A. George finished his studies at university, but he didn't look around for a job.
B. When George graduated from university, he began to look around for a job.
C. Before finishing his studies at the university, George began to look around for a job.
D. Having finished his studies at the university, George got a job for about a year.


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Question 1 Question 26
Question 2 Question 27
Question 3 Question 28
Question 4 Question 29
Question 5 Question 30
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Question 7 Question 32
Question 8 Question 33
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Question 12 Question 37
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Question 17 Question 42
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Question 19 Question 44
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