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KÌ THI KSCL CHUYÊN ĐỀ ÔN THI THPT QUỐC GIA KHỐI 12 LẦN 2
NĂM HỌC 2018-2019
Môn: Tiếng Anh
(Thời gian làm bài: 60 phút, không kể thời gian phát đề)
Mã đề: 154

Họ và tên thí sinh:…………………………………………………………SBD…………………………
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to
the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 1. His girlfriend's behavior at the party was unacceptable, which made everyone there
shocked.
A. out of line
B. out of practice
C. out of the habit
D. out of sight
Question 2. You should put yourself on the back for having achieved such a high score in the graduation
exam.
A. praise yourself
B. check up your back C. wear a backpack D. criticize yourself
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
The Rise of Robots
As kids, our grandparents frequently scared us by talking about how difficult life was when they
were growing up. They mentioned walking miles to school in the snow, or doing hours of manual labor
for little pay. Life has changed greatly since then, and it seems to get easier year by year. In fact, with
the help of robots we soon might have to do much at all. But is this a good thing?
By 2030, it's estimated that robotics will be a $10 billion business worldwide. Companies are

already starting to integrate them into the workforce. The electronics manufacturer Foxconn is drawing
up plans to launch a factory within the next 10 years that's completely staffed by robot workers.
Meanwhile, an American company Briggo has invented a robot that serves gourmet-quality coffee to
customers. With the push of a button it will crush coffee beans, measure exact quantities of water, and
even wave a steam wand to ensure customers get the perfect cream on top. Unlike human baristas, it can
serve multiple drinks at once and work all day and night without a break.
Robots are also invading our homes. The Rooma is a mini-robot that vacuums rooms automatically
according to a schedule. The Robomow is a device that will cut the grass for you while you sit in the
shade. Then there's the Nanda clocky, an alarm clock that makes sure that even the deepest sleepers get
up on time. The clock is attached to a pair of wheels, and it will randomly move around the room. Once
you finally catch it, you're probably too awake to hit the snooze button. Although these early home
robots are somewhat basic, they will likely become more capable as times goes on.
Although robots certainly help us to eliminate tedious tasks, many people are concerned about a
future filled with robots. Some fear that humanity will start to decline if machines do everything for us.
Others have even warned about the robot rebellion, in which robots become so smart that they may
decide to turn on their masters. These ideas may seem a bit far-fetched, but there are certainly lots of
questions that need to be answered before everyone opens up to the idea of a robotic future.
Question 3. The word "tedious" in the last paragraph mostly means ______________.
A. boring
B. difficult
C. intelligent
D. expensive
Question 4. Which of the following is NOT true about the concerns over roboties?
A. Robots may be dominant at the workplace. B. Robots may do some harm to humans
C. The idea of robotics may seem far-fetched. D. It takes some time for people to accept robots.
Question 5. How is Briggo's invention superior to human workers?


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A. It is better at conversation.

B. It never has to stop.
C. It can operate machinery.
D. It is more knowledgeable about coffee-making.
Question 6. What is the last paragraph mainly about?
A. How people in local communities are supporting robots.
B. Some reasons why people don't accept robots yet.
C. A very amusing science-fiction story about robots.
D. A few of the latest robots on the market today.
Question 7. What would happen if you pressed the snooze button?
A. You would have to wake up immediately B. The alarm would stop, but go off again soon
C. The alarm clock would turn off forever
D. Nothing would happen at all
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other
three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions
Question 8. A. official
B. mechanic
C. convenience
D. preference
Question 9. A. express
B. effort
C. worship
D. office
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each
pair of sentences in the following questions
Question 10. In Paris, Hemingway met many of his old friends. They encouraged him in his writing
career.
A. In Paris, Hemingway encouraged many of his old friends who met him in his writing career.
B. In Paris, Hemingway encouraged his writing career to meet many of his old friends.
C. In Paris, Hemingway was encouraged by many of his old friends in his writing career.
D. In Paris, Hemingway met his writing career which many of his old friends encouraged.

Question 11. He held the rope with one hand. He stretched it out.
A. Stretching the rope out, he holds it with one hand.
B. Holding the rope with one hand, he stretched it out.
C. He stretched the rope with one hand and held it.
D. The rope is held with one hand then he stretched it out.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the
following questions
Question 12. Last week, our class went to Ha Long Bay for a picnic, _____________ made us very
happy then.
A. which
B. it
C. what
D. that
Question 13. Qualifications and _______ are two most important factors that help you get a good job.
A. politeness
B. impression
C. experience
D. attention
Question 14. Had I studied harder, I _____________ better in the last exam.
A. would have done
B. would do
C. wouldn't have done D. had done
Question 15. Wildlife Conservation Society uses science to discover and understand _____________
natural world.
A. the
B. Ø
C. an
D. a
Question 16. John asked me _____________ in English.
A. what does this word mean

B. what did this word mean
what
that
word
means
C.
D. what that word meant
Question 17. It is imperative _____________what to do when there is a fire.
A. we knew
B. that he knew
C. that everyone know D. he must know about
Question 18. She gave me a _____________ box.
A. small square jewelry metal
B. jewelry small metal square
C. small square metal jewelry
D. jewelry metal small square


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Question 19. She's not breathing. She _____________.
A. must be dead
B. must have dead
C. must not dead
D. should have been dead
Question 20. His response was as sharp as a _____________.
A. needle
B. scissors
C. sword
D. knife
Question 21. The boss _____________ him because his mother had just passed away.

A. make use of
B. make allowance for
C. make fun of D. make up
Question 22. After a nature disaster, there is always an _____________ need for food and water.
A. urgency
B. urgently
C. urge
D. urgent
th
The
19
Asian
Physics
Olympiad,
an
annual
contest
in
physics
for high school students,
Question 23.
_____________ on Sunday at the Hanoi-based University of Science and Technology.
A. made out
B. picked up
C. kicked off
D. held up
Question 24. _____________ he is old, he wants to travel around the world.
A. Although
B. Despite
C. Because

D. In spite of
Question 25. "Different species _____________ by 2050", scientists claim.
A. have evolved
B. will have evolved C. will be evolved
D. will evolve
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
Pollution emitted in industrial areas represents a threat to human health and the surrounding
natural resources. We have a tendency to believe that the production processes are the only source of
environmental damage, and often forget about the possible long-term effects of harmful production
practices. We may think that the closure of these huge industrial areas would improve the quality of the
environment. Unfortunately, this ignores the threat of the remaining waste, which is abandoned and
poorly stored. It represents an even bigger danger because it stands neglected as it degrades and leaks
into the earth without any control at all.
Changes in the water chemistry due to surface water contamination can affect all levels of an
ecosystem. It can affect the health of lower food chain organisms and, consequently, the availability of
food up through the food chain. It can damage the health of wetlands and damage their ability to support
healthy ecosystems, control flooding, and filter pollutants from storm water runoff. The health of
animals and humans are affected when they drink or bathe in contaminated water. In addition waterbased organisms, like fish and shellfish, can pile up and concentrate contaminants in their bodies. When
other animals or humans eat these organisms, they receive a much higher dose of contaminant than they
would have if they had been directly exposed to the original contamination.
Contaminated groundwater can badly affect animals, plants and humans if it is removed from the
ground by manmade or natural processes. Depending on the study of rocks of the area, groundwater may
rise to the surface through springs or seeps, flow sideways into nearby rivers, streams, or ponds, or sink
deeper into the earth. In many parts of fhe world, groundwater is pumped out of the ground to be used
for drinking, bathing, other household uses, agriculture, and industry.
Contaminants in the soil can harm plants when they take up the contamination through their roots.
Eating, breathing in, or touching contaminated soil, as well as eating plants or animals that have piled up
soil contaminants can badly affect the health of humans and animals.
Air pollution can cause breathing-related problems and other bad health effects as contaminants

are absorbed from the lungs into other parts of the body. Certain air contaminants can also harm
animals and humans when they contact the skin. Plants rely on breathing for their growth and can also be
affected by exposure to contaminants moved in the air.
(Source: Adapted from />Question 26. What is the topic of the passage?
A. The pollution from the city
C. Sources of environmental damage

B. Bad effects of industrial waste
D. The quality of the environment


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Question 27. According to the passage, which of the followings supports healthy ecosystems?
A. Water-based organisms
B. Lower food chain organism
C. Wetlands
D. Animals
Question 28. Which of the followings is NOT badly affected by contaminated groundwater?
A. Animals
B. Plants
C. Rocks
D. Human
Question 29. Which of the followings has the closest meaning to the word "absorbed" in the last
paragraph?
A. piled up
B. swallowed
C. consumed
D. take in
Which
of

the
followings
is
the
flow
of
water
from
the
ground
to the surface?
Question 30.
A. Streams
B. Rivers
C. Springs
D. Ponds
Question 31. According to the passage, the industry is likely to be thought as _____________.
A. the utmost harmful activity
B. a danger to the environment
C. the only source of pollution
D. a threat to human health
Question 32. The word "it" in the first paragraph refers to _____________.
A. a danger
B. the threat of the remaining waste
C. the remaining waste
D. the environment
Question 33. Which of the followings affect an ecosystem as the whole?
A. Surface water contamination
B. Soil contamination
Groundwater

contamination
C.
D. Air contamination
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs
from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions
Question 34. A. decided
B. laughed
C. looked
D. experienced
Question 35. A. punishment B. scuba
C. fund
D. hummock
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs
correction in each of the following questions
Question 36. Rainforests are being cut and burning at such a speed that they will disappear from the
earth in the near future.
A. are being cut
B. burning
C. from
D. such a speed
Question 37. The United Nations have helped bring peace to some countries that were at war.
A. have helped
B. at war
C. to
D. were
Question 38. Tom's jokes are inappropriate but we have to put up with it just because he's the boss.
A. it
B. inappropriate
C. the
D. because

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning
to each of the following questions
Question 39. When she received the exam results, she immediately phoned her mom.
A. She immediately phoned her mom that she would receive the exam results.
B. She received the exam results immediately after she phoned her mom.
C. No sooner had she phoned her mom than she received the exam results.
D. No sooner had she received the exam results than she phoned her mom.
Question 40. People say that Cameron was the best director of his time.
A. It was said that Cameron was the best director of his time
B. Cameron is said to be the best director of his time.
C. Cameron is said to have been the best director of his time.
D. .Cameron was said to have been the best director of his time.
Question 41. As I get older, I want to travel less.
A. I don't want to travel because of my old age


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B. I'm getting older and older, so I don't want to travel more.
C. The more I get old, the less I want to travel.
D. The older I get, the less I want to travel.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best completes each of
the following exchanges
Question 42. Customer: "Can I try this jumper on?"
Salesgirl: "_____________."
No,
the
shop is closed in half an hour
A.
B. Sorry, only cash is accepted here
C. Yes, it costs one hundred and fifty dollars D. Sure, the changing rooms are over there

Question 43. Paul and Daisy are discussing school work.
Paul: "Your parents must be proud of your result at school."
Daisy: "_____________."
A. I am sorry to hear that
B. Thanks. It's certainly encouraging
C. I'm glad you like it
D. Of course
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning
to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 44. Smart robots have replaced humans in stressful and hazardous jobs and in assembly
lines.
A. risky
B. safe
C. perilous
D. dangerous
Question 45. Affluent families find it easier to support their children financially.
A. Privileged
B. Well-off
C. Impoverished
D. Wealthy
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks
AFTERNOON TEA
In far too many places in England today, the agreeable habit of taking afternoon tea has vanished.
'Such a shocking waste of time,' says one. 'Quite unnecessary, if one has had lunch or (46) _______ to
eat in the evening,' says another.
All very true, no doubt but what a lot of innocent pleasure these strong-minded people are missing!
The very ritual of tea-making, warming the pot, (47) _______ sure that the water is just boiling, inhaling
the fragrant steam, arranging the tea- cozy to fit snugly around the container, all the preliminaries lead
up to the exquisite pleasure of sipping the brew from thin porcelain, and helping oneself to hot buttered

scones and strawberry jam, a slice of feather-light sponge cake or home-made shortbread.
Taking tea is a highly civilized pastime, and fortunately is still (48) _______ favor in Thrush Green,
(49)_______ the inhabitants have got it down to a fine art. It is common practice in that pleasant village
(50)_______ friends to tea rather than lunch or dinner.
Question 46. A. views
B. proposes
C. designs
D. minds
Question 47. A. making B. giving
C. going
D. doing
Question 48. A. from
B. of
C. in
D. at
Question 49. A. which
B. where
C. who
D. when
Question 50. A. invites
B. inviting
C. to invite
D. invited

______________________ THE END ______________________


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TRƯỜNG THPT LÊ XOAY
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KÌ THI KSCL CHUYÊN ĐỀ ÔN THI THPT QUỐC GIA KHỐI 12 LẦN 2
NĂM HỌC 2018-2019
Môn: Tiếng Anh
(Thời gian làm bài: 60 phút, không kể thời gian phát đề)
Mã đề: 188

Họ và tên thí sinh:…………………………………………………………SBD…………………………
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs
from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions
Question 1. A. decided
B. experienced
C. looked
D. laughed
Question 2. A. punishmentB. scuba
C. fund
D. hummock
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs
correction in each of the following questions
Question 3. The United Nations have helped bring peace to some countries that were at war.
A. were
B. at war
C. have helped
D. to
Question 4. Rainforests are being cut and burning at such a speed that they will disappear from the
earth in the near future.
A. from
B. burning
C. such a speed
D. are being cut

Question 5. Tom's jokes are inappropriate but we have to put up with it just because he's the boss.
A. the
B. it
C. because
D. inappropriate
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other
three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions
Question 6. A. preference B. convenience
C. official
D. mechanic
Question 7. A. worship B. express
C. office
D. effort
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each
pair of sentences in the following questions
Question 8. In Paris, Hemingway met many of his old friends. They encouraged him in his writing
career.
A. In Paris, Hemingway encouraged his writing career to meet many of his old friends.
B. In Paris, Hemingway encouraged many of his old friends who met him in his writing career.
C. In Paris, Hemingway was encouraged by many of his old friends in his writing career.
D. In Paris, Hemingway met his writing career which many of his old friends encouraged.
Question 9. He held the rope with one hand. He stretched it out.
A. He stretched the rope with one hand and held it.
B. Stretching the rope out, he holds it with one hand.
C. Holding the rope with one hand, he stretched it out.
D. The rope is held with one hand then he stretched it out.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning
to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 10. Smart robots have replaced humans in stressful and hazardous jobs and in assembly
lines.

A. risky
B. safe
C. dangerous
D. perilous
Question 11. Affluent families find it easier to support their children financially.
A. Privileged
B. Well-off
C. Wealthy
D. Impoverished


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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
Pollution emitted in industrial areas represents a threat to human health and the surrounding
natural resources. We have a tendency to believe that the production processes are the only source of
environmental damage, and often forget about the possible long-term effects of harmful production
practices. We may think that the closure of these huge industrial areas would improve the quality of the
environment. Unfortunately, this ignores the threat of the remaining waste, which is abandoned and
poorly stored. It represents an even bigger danger because it stands neglected as it degrades and leaks
into the earth without any control at all.
Changes in the water chemistry due to surface water contamination can affect all levels of an
ecosystem. It can affect the health of lower food chain organisms and, consequently, the availability of
food up through the food chain. It can damage the health of wetlands and damage their ability to support
healthy ecosystems, control flooding, and filter pollutants from storm water runoff. The health of
animals and humans are affected when they drink or bathe in contaminated water. In addition waterbased organisms, like fish and shellfish, can pile up and concentrate contaminants in their bodies. When
other animals or humans eat these organisms, they receive a much higher dose of contaminant than they
would have if they had been directly exposed to the original contamination.
Contaminated groundwater can badly affect animals, plants and humans if it is removed from the
ground by manmade or natural processes. Depending on the study of rocks of the area, groundwater may

rise to the surface through springs or seeps, flow sideways into nearby rivers, streams, or ponds, or sink
deeper into the earth. In many parts of fhe world, groundwater is pumped out of the ground to be used
for drinking, bathing, other household uses, agriculture, and industry.
Contaminants in the soil can harm plants when they take up the contamination through their roots.
Eating, breathing in, or touching contaminated soil, as well as eating plants or animals that have piled up
soil contaminants can badly affect the health of humans and animals.
Air pollution can cause breathing-related problems and other bad health effects as contaminants
are absorbed from the lungs into other parts of the body. Certain air contaminants can also harm
animals and humans when they contact the skin. Plants rely on breathing for their growth and can also be
affected by exposure to contaminants moved in the air.
(Source: Adapted from />Question 12. Which of the followings is the flow of water from the ground to the surface?
A. Rivers
B. Streams
C. Ponds
D. Springs
Question 13. Which of the followings has the closest meaning to the word "absorbed" in the last
paragraph?
A. piled up
B. take in
C. swallowed
D. consumed
Question 14. What is the topic of the passage?
A. Bad effects of industrial waste
B. Sources of environmental damage
C. The quality of the environment
D. The pollution from the city
Question 15. Which of the followings affect an ecosystem as the whole?
A. Groundwater contamination
B. Soil contamination
C. Air contamination

D. Surface water contamination
Question 16. According to the passage, which of the followings supports healthy ecosystems?
A. Water-based organisms
B. Wetlands
C. Animals
D. Lower food chain organism
Question 17. The word "it" in the first paragraph refers to _____________.
A. a danger
B. the environment
C. the threat of the remaining waste
D. the remaining waste
Question 18. Which of the followings is NOT badly affected by contaminated groundwater?


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A. Plants
B. Human
C. Animals
D. Rocks
Question 19. According to the passage, the industry is likely to be thought as _____________.
A. the utmost harmful activity
B. the only source of pollution
C. a threat to human health
D. a danger to the environment
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best completes each of
the following exchanges
Question 20. Paul and Daisy are discussing school work.
Paul: "Your parents must be proud of your result at school."
Daisy: "_____________."
A. I'm glad you like it

B. Of course
C. Thanks. It's certainly encouraging
D. I am sorry to hear that
"Can
I
try
this
jumper
on?"
Question 21. Customer:
Salesgirl: "_____________."
A. No, the shop is closed in half an hour
B. Sorry, only cash is accepted here
C. Sure, the changing rooms are over there
D. Yes, it costs one hundred and fifty dollars
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning
to each of the following questions
Question 22. When she received the exam results, she immediately phoned her mom.
A. No sooner had she received the exam results than she phoned her mom.
B. She immediately phoned her mom that she would receive the exam results.
C. She received the exam results immediately after she phoned her mom.
D. No sooner had she phoned her mom than she received the exam results.
Question 23. People say that Cameron was the best director of his time.
A. .Cameron was said to have been the best director of his time.
B. Cameron is said to have been the best director of his time.
C. It was said that Cameron was the best director of his time
D. Cameron is said to be the best director of his time.
Question 24. As I get older, I want to travel less.
A. I'm getting older and older, so I don't want to travel more.
B. The older I get, the less I want to travel.

C. The more I get old, the less I want to travel.
D. I don't want to travel because of my old age
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the
following questions
Question 25. Had I studied harder, I _____________ better in the last exam.
A. would do
B. had done
C. would have done D. wouldn't have done
Question 26. John asked me _____________ in English.
A. what does this word mean
B. what did this word mean
C. what that word meant
D. what that word means
Question 27. Wildlife Conservation Society uses science to discover and understand _____________
natural world.
A. the
B. Ø
C. a
D. an
Question 28. She's not breathing. She _____________.
A. must not dead
B. must be dead
C. should have been dead
D. must have dead
Question 29. Qualifications and _______ are two most important factors that help you get a good job.
A. politeness
B. experience
C. attention
D. impression

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Question 30. Last week, our class went to Ha Long Bay for a picnic, _____________ made us very
happy then.
A. what
B. it
C. that
D. which
Question 31. The boss _____________ him because his mother had just passed away.
A. make use of
B. make up
C. make allowance for D. make fun of
Question 32. After a nature disaster, there is always an _____________ need for food and water.
A. urgency
B. urgently
C. urge
D. urgent
Question 33. _____________ he is old, he wants to travel around the world.
A. Because
B. Despite
C. In spite of
D. Although
Question 34. "Different species _____________ by 2050", scientists claim.
A. will be evolved
B. will evolve
C. will have evolved D. have evolved
Question 35. The 19th Asian Physics Olympiad, an annual contest in physics for high school students,
_____________ on Sunday at the Hanoi-based University of Science and Technology.
A. kicked off
B. held up

C. picked up
D. made out
Question 36. It is imperative _____________what to do when there is a fire.
A. we knew
B. he must know about
C. that everyone know
D. that he knew
Question 37. His response was as sharp as a _____________.
A. knife
B. needle
C. scissors
D. sword
She
gave
me
a
_____________
box.
Question 38.
A. small square metal jewelry
B. jewelry small metal square
C. jewelry metal small square
D. small square jewelry metal
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks
AFTERNOON TEA
In far too many places in England today, the agreeable habit of taking afternoon tea has vanished.
'Such a shocking waste of time,' says one. 'Quite unnecessary, if one has had lunch or (39) _______ to
eat in the evening,' says another.
All very true, no doubt but what a lot of innocent pleasure these strong-minded people are missing!

The very ritual of tea-making, warming the pot, (40)_______ sure that the water is just boiling, inhaling
the fragrant steam, arranging the tea- cozy to fit snugly around the container, all the preliminaries lead
up to the exquisite pleasure of sipping the brew from thin porcelain, and helping oneself to hot buttered
scones and strawberry jam, a slice of feather-light sponge cake or home-made shortbread.
Taking tea is a highly civilized pastime, and fortunately is still (41) _______ favor in Thrush Green,
(42)_______ the inhabitants have got it down to a fine art. It is common practice in that pleasant village
(43) _______ friends to tea rather than lunch or dinner.
Question 39. A. views
B. proposes
C. minds
D. designs
Question 40. A. doing
B. giving
C. making
D. going
Question 41. A. from
B. in
C. of
D. at
Question 42. A. which
B. where
C. when
D. who
Question 43. A. to invite B. inviting
C. invites
D. invited
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
The Rise of Robots
As kids, our grandparents frequently scared us by talking about how difficult life was when they

were growing up. They mentioned walking miles to school in the snow, or doing hours of manual labor
for little pay. Life has changed greatly since then, and it seems to get easier year by year. In fact, with


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the help of robots we soon might have to do much at all. But is this a good thing?
By 2030, it's estimated that robotics will be a $10 billion business worldwide. Companies are
already starting to integrate them into the workforce. The electronics manufacturer Foxconn is drawing
up plans to launch a factory within the next 10 years that's completely staffed by robot workers.
Meanwhile, an American company Briggo has invented a robot that serves gourmet-quality coffee to
customers. With the push of a button it will crush coffee beans, measure exact quantities of water, and
even wave a steam wand to ensure customers get the perfect cream on top. Unlike human baristas, it can
serve multiple drinks at once and work all day and night without a break.
Robots are also invading our homes. The Rooma is a mini-robot that vacuums rooms automatically
according to a schedule. The Robomow is a device that will cut the grass for you while you sit in the
shade. Then there's the Nanda clocky, an alarm clock that makes sure that even the deepest sleepers get
up on time. The clock is attached to a pair of wheels, and it will randomly move around the room. Once
you finally catch it, you're probably too awake to hit the snooze button. Although these early home
robots are somewhat basic, they will likely become more capable as times goes on.
Although robots certainly help us to eliminate tedious tasks, many people are concerned about a
future filled with robots. Some fear that humanity will start to decline if machines do everything for us.
Others have even warned about the robot rebellion, in which robots become so smart that they may
decide to turn on their masters. These ideas may seem a bit far-fetched, but there are certainly lots of
questions that need to be answered before everyone opens up to the idea of a robotic future.
Question 44. What is the last paragraph mainly about?
A. How people in local communities are supporting robots.
B. A few of the latest robots on the market today.
C. A very amusing science-fiction story about robots.
D. Some reasons why people don't accept robots yet.
Question 45. The word "tedious" in the last paragraph mostly means ______________.

A. boring
B. difficult
C. expensive
D. intelligent
Question 46. Which of the following is NOT true about the concerns over roboties?
A. The idea of robotics may seem far-fetched. B. Robots may do some harm to humans
C. Robots may be dominant at the workplace. D. It takes some time for people to accept robots.
Question 47. What would happen if you pressed the snooze button?
A. The alarm would stop, but go off again soon
B. The alarm clock would turn off forever
C. You would have to wake up immediately
D. Nothing would happen at all
Question 48. How is Briggo's invention superior to human workers?
A. It is more knowledgeable about coffee-making.
B. It is better at conversation.
C. It never has to stop.
D. It can operate machinery.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to
the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 49. His girlfriend's behavior at the party was unacceptable, which made everyone there
shocked.
A. out of line
B. out of practice
C. out of sight
D. out of the habit
Question 50. You should put yourself on the back for having achieved such a high score in the graduation
exam.
A. praise yourself
B. check up your back C. wear a backpack D. criticize yourself
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Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the
following questions
Question 1. Qualifications and _______ are two most important factors that help you get a good job.
A. attention
B. experience
C. politeness
D. impression
Question 2. After a nature disaster, there is always an _____________ need for food and water.
A. urgency
B. urge
C. urgent
D. urgently
Question 3. John asked me _____________ in English.
A. what that word meant
B. what does this word mean
C. what did this word mean

D. what that word means
Question 4. It is imperative _____________what to do when there is a fire.
A. he must know about B. we knew
C. that everyone know D. that he knew
Question 5. She gave me a _____________ box.
A. small square metal jewelry
B. small square jewelry metal
C. jewelry small metal square
D. jewelry metal small square
Question 6. His response was as sharp as a _____________.
A. knife
B. scissors
C. needle
D. sword
Question 7. “Different species _____________ by 2050", scientists claim.
A. have evolved
B. will evolve
C. will have evolved D. will be evolved
Question 8. Wildlife Conservation Society uses science to discover and understand _____________
natural world.
A. the
B. an
C. Ø
D. a
Question 9. Had I studied harder, I _____________ better in the last exam.
A. had done
B. wouldn't have done C. would do
D. would have done
Question 10. She's not breathing. She _____________.
A. must not dead

B. must be dead
C. should have been dead
D. must have dead
Question 11. _____________ he is old, he wants to travel around the world.
A. Although
B. Despite
C. Because
D. In spite of
Question 12. Last week, our class went to Ha Long Bay for a picnic, _____________ made us very
happy then.
A. that
B. it
C. which
D. what
Question 13. The boss _____________ him because his mother had just passed away.
A. make use of
B. make up
C. make allowance for D. make fun of
th
Question 14. The 19 Asian Physics Olympiad, an annual contest in physics for high school students,
_____________ on Sunday at the Hanoi-based University of Science and Technology.
A. kicked off
B. held up
C. made out
D. picked up
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
Pollution emitted in industrial areas represents a threat to human health and the surrounding
natural resources. We have a tendency to believe that the production processes are the only source of
environmental damage, and often forget about the possible long-term effects of harmful production

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practices. We may think that the closure of these huge industrial areas would improve the quality of the
environment. Unfortunately, this ignores the threat of the remaining waste, which is abandoned and
poorly stored. It represents an even bigger danger because it stands neglected as it degrades and leaks
into the earth without any control at all.
Changes in the water chemistry due to surface water contamination can affect all levels of an
ecosystem. It can affect the health of lower food chain organisms and, consequently, the availability of
food up through the food chain. It can damage the health of wetlands and damage their ability to support
healthy ecosystems, control flooding, and filter pollutants from storm water runoff. The health of
animals and humans are affected when they drink or bathe in contaminated water. In addition waterbased organisms, like fish and shellfish, can pile up and concentrate contaminants in their bodies. When
other animals or humans eat these organisms, they receive a much higher dose of contaminant than they
would have if they had been directly exposed to the original contamination.
Contaminated groundwater can badly affect animals, plants and humans if it is removed from the
ground by manmade or natural processes. Depending on the study of rocks of the area, groundwater may
rise to the surface through springs or seeps, flow sideways into nearby rivers, streams, or ponds, or sink
deeper into the earth. In many parts of fhe world, groundwater is pumped out of the ground to be used
for drinking, bathing, other household uses, agriculture, and industry.
Contaminants in the soil can harm plants when they take up the contamination through their roots.
Eating, breathing in, or touching contaminated soil, as well as eating plants or animals that have piled up
soil contaminants can badly affect the health of humans and animals.
Air pollution can cause breathing-related problems and other bad health effects as contaminants
are absorbed from the lungs into other parts of the body. Certain air contaminants can also harm
animals and humans when they contact the skin. Plants rely on breathing for their growth and can also be
affected by exposure to contaminants moved in the air.
(Source: Adapted from />Question 15. What is the topic of the passage?
A. Sources of environmental damage
B. The pollution from the city
C. The quality of the environment

D. Bad effects of industrial waste
Question 16. According to the passage, the industry is likely to be thought as _____________.
A. the only source of pollution
B. the utmost harmful activity
C. a threat to human health
D. a danger to the environment
Question 17. Which of the followings has the closest meaning to the word "absorbed" in the last
paragraph?
A. take in
B. consumed
C. piled up
D. swallowed
Question 18. Which of the followings is the flow of water from the ground to the surface?
A. Springs
B. Ponds
C. Rivers
D. Streams
Question 19. Which of the followings affect an ecosystem as the whole?
A. Surface water contamination
B. Soil contamination
C. Air contamination
D. Groundwater contamination
Question 20. The word "it" in the first paragraph refers to _____________.
A. the threat of the remaining waste
B. the environment
C. a danger
D. the remaining waste
Question 21. Which of the followings is NOT badly affected by contaminated groundwater?
A. Rocks
B. Animals

C. Human
D. Plants
Question 22. According to the passage, which of the followings supports healthy ecosystems?
A. Animals
B. Wetlands
C. Water-based organisms
D. Lower food chain organism


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Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to
the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 23. You should put yourself on the back for having achieved such a high score in the graduation
exam.
A. criticize yourself
B. wear a backpack C. check up your back D. praise yourself
Question 24. His girlfriend's behavior at the party was unacceptable, which made everyone there
shocked.
A. out of sight
B. out of practice
C. out of the habit
D. out of line
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other
three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions
Question 25. A. official B. preference
C. mechanic
D. convenience
Question 26. A. express B. worship
C. office
D. effort

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best completes each of
the following exchanges
Question 27. Paul and Daisy are discussing school work.
Paul: "Your parents must be proud of your result at school."
Daisy: "_____________."
A. I am sorry to hear that
B. I'm glad you like it
C. Of course
D. Thanks. It's certainly encouraging
Question 28. Customer: "Can I try this jumper on?"
Salesgirl: "_____________."
A. Sorry, only cash is accepted here
B. Sure, the changing rooms are over there
C. Yes, it costs one hundred and fifty dollars D. No, the shop is closed in half an hour
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each
pair of sentences in the following questions
Question 29. He held the rope with one hand. He stretched it out.
A. Holding the rope with one hand, he stretched it out.
B. Stretching the rope out, he holds it with one hand.
C. The rope is held with one hand then he stretched it out.
D. He stretched the rope with one hand and held it.
Question 30. In Paris, Hemingway met many of his old friends. They encouraged him in his writing
career.
A. In Paris, Hemingway encouraged his writing career to meet many of his old friends.
B. In Paris, Hemingway encouraged many of his old friends who met him in his writing career.
C. In Paris, Hemingway met his writing career which many of his old friends encouraged.
D. In Paris, Hemingway was encouraged by many of his old friends in his writing career.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks
AFTERNOON TEA

In far too many places in England today, the agreeable habit of taking afternoon tea has vanished.
'Such a shocking waste of time,' says one. 'Quite unnecessary, if one has had lunch or (31) _______ to
eat in the evening,' says another.
All very true, no doubt but what a lot of innocent pleasure these strong-minded people are missing!
The very ritual of tea-making, warming the pot, (32)_______ sure that the water is just boiling, inhaling
the fragrant steam, arranging the tea- cozy to fit snugly around the container, all the preliminaries lead


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up to the exquisite pleasure of sipping the brew from thin porcelain, and helping oneself to hot buttered
scones and strawberry jam, a slice of feather-light sponge cake or home-made shortbread.
Taking tea is a highly civilized pastime, and fortunately is still (33) _______ favor in Thrush Green,
(34)_______ the inhabitants have got it down to a fine art. It is common practice in that pleasant village
(35) _______ friends to tea rather than lunch or dinner.
Question 31. A. views
B. designs
C. minds
D. proposes
Question 32. A. going
B. giving
C. doing
D. making
Question 33. A. from
B. of
C. at
D. in
which
when
where
Question 34. A.

B.
C.
D. who
Question 35. A. inviting B. invites
C. invited
D. to invite
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs
from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions
Question 36. A. scuba
B. hummock
C. punishment
D. fund
Question 37. A. decided B. laughed
C. looked
D. experienced
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
The Rise of Robots
As kids, our grandparents frequently scared us by talking about how difficult life was when they
were growing up. They mentioned walking miles to school in the snow, or doing hours of manual labor
for little pay. Life has changed greatly since then, and it seems to get easier year by year. In fact, with
the help of robots we soon might have to do much at all. But is this a good thing?
By 2030, it's estimated that robotics will be a $10 billion business worldwide. Companies are
already starting to integrate them into the workforce. The electronics manufacturer Foxconn is drawing
up plans to launch a factory within the next 10 years that's completely staffed by robot workers.
Meanwhile, an American company Briggo has invented a robot that serves gourmet-quality coffee to
customers. With the push of a button it will crush coffee beans, measure exact quantities of water, and
even wave a steam wand to ensure customers get the perfect cream on top. Unlike human baristas, it can
serve multiple drinks at once and work all day and night without a break.
Robots are also invading our homes. The Rooma is a mini-robot that vacuums rooms automatically

according to a schedule. The Robomow is a device that will cut the grass for you while you sit in the
shade. Then there's the Nanda clocky, an alarm clock that makes sure that even the deepest sleepers get
up on time. The clock is attached to a pair of wheels, and it will randomly move around the room. Once
you finally catch it, you're probably too awake to hit the snooze button. Although these early home
robots are somewhat basic, they will likely become more capable as times goes on.
Although robots certainly help us to eliminate tedious tasks, many people are concerned about a
future filled with robots. Some fear that humanity will start to decline if machines do everything for us.
Others have even warned about the robot rebellion, in which robots become so smart that they may
decide to turn on their masters. These ideas may seem a bit far-fetched, but there are certainly lots of
questions that need to be answered before everyone opens up to the idea of a robotic future.
Question 38. The word "tedious" in the last paragraph mostly means ______________.
A. boring
B. expensive
C. intelligent
D. difficult
Question 39. Which of the following is NOT true about the concerns over roboties?
A. Robots may be dominant at the workplace. B. Robots may do some harm to humans
C. The idea of robotics may seem far-fetched. D. It takes some time for people to accept robots.
How is Briggo's invention superior to human workers?
Question 40.
A. It is more knowledgeable about coffee-making.
B. It never has to stop.


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C. It can operate machinery.
D. It is better at conversation.
Question 41. What would happen if you pressed the snooze button?
A. You would have to wake up immediately B. Nothing would happen at all
C. The alarm clock would turn off forever

D. The alarm would stop, but go off again soon
Question 42. What is the last paragraph mainly about?
A. A very amusing science-fiction story about robts.
B. How people in local communities are supporting robots.
C. Some reasons why people don't accept robots yet.
D. A few of the latest robots on the market today.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning
to each of the following questions
Question 43. As I get older, I want to travel less.
A. I'm getting older and older, so I don't want to travel more.
B. I don't want to travel because of my old age
C. The older I get, the less I want to travel.
D. The more I get old, the less I want to travel.
Question 44. When she received the exam results, she immediately phoned her mom.
A. No sooner had she received the exam results than she phoned her mom.
B. She received the exam results immediately after she phoned her mom.
C. No sooner had she phoned her mom than she received the exam results.
D. She immediately phoned her mom that she would receive the exam results.
Question 45. People say that Cameron was the best director of his time.
A. .Cameron was said to have been the best director of his time.
B. It was said that Cameron was the best director of his time
C. Cameron is said to have been the best director of his time.
D. Cameron is said to be the best director of his time.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs
correction in each of the following questions
Question 46. Tom's jokes are inappropriate but we have to put up with it just because he's the boss.
A. the
B. because
C. inappropriate
D. it

Question 47. Rainforests are being cut and burning at such a speed that they will disappear from the
earth in the near future.
A. burning
B. are being cut
C. from
D. such a speed
Question 48. The United Nations have helped bring peace to some countries that were at war.
A. at war
B. to
C. have helped
D. were
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning
to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 49. Affluent families find it easier to support their children financially.
A. Well-off
B. Privileged
C. Wealthy
D. Impoverished
Question 50. Smart robots have replaced humans in stressful and hazardous jobs and in assembly
lines.
A. risky
B. dangerous
C. perilous
D. safe

______________________ THE END __________


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NĂM HỌC 2018-2019
Môn: Tiếng Anh
(Thời gian làm bài: 60 phút, không kể thời gian phát đề)
Mã đề: 256

Họ và tên thí sinh:………………………………………………………SBD…………………………
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
Pollution emitted in industrial areas represents a threat to human health and the surrounding
natural resources. We have a tendency to believe that the production processes are the only source of
environmental damage, and often forget about the possible long-term effects of harmful production
practices. We may think that the closure of these huge industrial areas would improve the quality of the
environment. Unfortunately, this ignores the threat of the remaining waste, which is abandoned and
poorly stored. It represents an even bigger danger because it stands neglected as it degrades and leaks
into the earth without any control at all.
Changes in the water chemistry due to surface water contamination can affect all levels of an
ecosystem. It can affect the health of lower food chain organisms and, consequently, the availability of
food up through the food chain. It can damage the health of wetlands and damage their ability to support
healthy ecosystems, control flooding, and filter pollutants from storm water runoff. The health of
animals and humans are affected when they drink or bathe in contaminated water. In addition waterbased organisms, like fish and shellfish, can pile up and concentrate contaminants in their bodies. When
other animals or humans eat these organisms, they receive a much higher dose of contaminant than they
would have if they had been directly exposed to the original contamination.
Contaminated groundwater can badly affect animals, plants and humans if it is removed from the
ground by manmade or natural processes. Depending on the study of rocks of the area, groundwater may
rise to the surface through springs or seeps, flow sideways into nearby rivers, streams, or ponds, or sink
deeper into the earth. In many parts of fhe world, groundwater is pumped out of the ground to be used
for drinking, bathing, other household uses, agriculture, and industry.

Contaminants in the soil can harm plants when they take up the contamination through their roots.
Eating, breathing in, or touching contaminated soil, as well as eating plants or animals that have piled up
soil contaminants can badly affect the health of humans and animals.
Air pollution can cause breathing-related problems and other bad health effects as contaminants
are absorbed from the lungs into other parts of the body. Certain air contaminants can also harm
animals and humans when they contact the skin. Plants rely on breathing for their growth and can also be
affected by exposure to contaminants moved in the air.
(Source: Adapted from />Question 1. Which of the followings affect an ecosystem as the whole?
A. Groundwater contamination
B. Air contamination
C. Surface water contamination
D. Soil contamination
Question 2. According to the passage, which of the followings supports healthy ecosystems?
A. Water-based organisms
B. Lower food chain organism
C. Animals
D. Wetlands
Question 3. The word "it" in the first paragraph refers to _____________.
A. the environment
B. a danger
C. the remaining waste
D. the threat of the remaining waste
Question 4. According to the passage, the industry is likely to be thought as _____________.


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A. a danger to the environment
B. the only source of pollution
C. the utmost harmful activity
D. a threat to human health

Question 5. Which of the followings is the flow of water from the ground to the surface?
A. Streams
B. Springs
C. Rivers
D. Ponds
Question 6. Which of the followings has the closest meaning to the word "absorbed" in the last
paragraph?
A. swallowed
B. take in
C. piled up
D. consumed
Question 7. Which of the followings is NOT badly affected by contaminated groundwater?
A. Human
B. Plants
C. Rocks
D. Animals
Question 8. What is the topic of the passage?
A. Sources of environmental damage
B. The pollution from the city
C. Bad effects of industrial waste
D. The quality of the environment
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
The Rise of Robots
As kids, our grandparents frequently scared us by talking about how difficult life was when they
were growing up. They mentioned walking miles to school in the snow, or doing hours of manual labor
for little pay. Life has changed greatly since then, and it seems to get easier year by year. In fact, with
the help of robots we soon might have to do much at all. But is this a good thing?
By 2030, it's estimated that robotics will be a $10 billion business worldwide. Companies are
already starting to integrate them into the workforce. The electronics manufacturer Foxconn is drawing

up plans to launch a factory within the next 10 years that's completely staffed by robot workers.
Meanwhile, an American company Briggo has invented a robot that serves gourmet-quality coffee to
customers. With the push of a button it will crush coffee beans, measure exact quantities of water, and
even wave a steam wand to ensure customers get the perfect cream on top. Unlike human baristas, it can
serve multiple drinks at once and work all day and night without a break.
Robots are also invading our homes. The Rooma is a mini-robot that vacuums rooms automatically
according to a schedule. The Robomow is a device that will cut the grass for you while you sit in the
shade. Then there's the Nanda clocky, an alarm clock that makes sure that even the deepest sleepers get
up on time. The clock is attached to a pair of wheels, and it will randomly move around the room. Once
you finally catch it, you're probably too awake to hit the snooze button. Although these early home
robots are somewhat basic, they will likely become more capable as times goes on.
Although robots certainly help us to eliminate tedious tasks, many people are concerned about a
future filled with robots. Some fear that humanity will start to decline if machines do everything for us.
Others have even warned about the robot rebellion, in which robots become so smart that they may
decide to turn on their masters. These ideas may seem a bit far-fetched, but there are certainly lots of
questions that need to be answered before everyone opens up to the idea of a robotic future.
Question 9. How is Briggo's invention superior to human workers?
A. It can operate machinery.
B. It is better at conversation.
C. It is more knowledgeable about coffee-making.
D. It never has to stop.
Question 10. What would happen if you pressed the snooze button?
A. You would have to wake up immediately B. Nothing would happen at all
C. The alarm clock would turn off forever
D. The alarm would stop, but go off again soon
Question 11. The word "tedious" in the last paragraph mostly means ______________.
A. difficult
B. boring
C. intelligent
D. expensive

Question 12. Which of the following is NOT true about the concerns over roboties?
A. The idea of robotics may seem far-fetched.
B. Robots may be dominant at the workplace.


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C. It takes some time for people to accept robots. D. Robots may do some harm to humans
Question 13. What is the last paragraph mainly about?
A. How people in local communities are supporting robots.
B. A very amusing science-fiction story about robots.
C. Some reasons why people don't accept robots yet.
D. A few of the latest robots on the market today.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks
AFTERNOON TEA
In far too many places in England today, the agreeable habit of taking afternoon tea has vanished.
'Such a shocking waste of time,' says one. 'Quite unnecessary, if one has had lunch or (14) _______ to
eat in the evening,' says another.
All very true, no doubt but what a lot of innocent pleasure these strong-minded people are missing!
The very ritual of tea-making, warming the pot, (15)_______ sure that the water is just boiling, inhaling
the fragrant steam, arranging the tea- cozy to fit snugly around the container, all the preliminaries lead
up to the exquisite pleasure of sipping the brew from thin porcelain, and helping oneself to hot buttered
scones and strawberry jam, a slice of feather-light sponge cake or home-made shortbread.
Taking tea is a highly civilized pastime, and fortunately is still (16) _______ favor in Thrush Green,
(17)_______ the inhabitants have got it down to a fine art. It is common practice in that pleasant village
(18) _______ friends to tea rather than lunch or dinner.
Question 14. A. views
B. proposes
C. designs
D. minds

Question 15. A. doing
B. going
C. giving
D. making
Question 16. A. in
B. from
C. at
D. of
Question 17. A. which
B. who
C. when
D. where
Question 18. A. to invite B. invited
C. invites
D. inviting
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other
three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions
Question 19. A. office
B. effort
C. worship
D. express
Question 20. A. mechanic B. convenience
C. official
D. preference
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to
the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 21. You should put yourself on the back for having achieved such a high score in the graduation
exam.
A. wear a backpack
B. criticize yourself C. praise yourself

D. check up your back
Question 22. His girlfriend's behavior at the party was unacceptable, which made everyone there
shocked.
A. out of practice
B. out of line
C. out of sight
D. out of the habit
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the
following questions
Question 23. Wildlife Conservation Society uses science to discover and understand _____________
natural world.
A. a
B. Ø
C. an
D. the
Question 24. Last week, our class went to Ha Long Bay for a picnic, _____________ made us very
happy then.
A. it
B. what
C. which
D. that
Question 25. _____________ he is old, he wants to travel around the world.


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A. Because
B. Although
C. Despite
D. In spite of
Question 26. The boss _____________ him because his mother had just passed away.

A. make allowance for B. make fun of
C. make use of
D. make up
Question 27. Had I studied harder, I _____________ better in the last exam.
A. wouldn't have done B. would do
C. had done
D. would have done
Question 28. "Different species _____________ by 2050", scientists claim.
A. will evolve
B. have evolved
C. will be evolved
D. will have evolved
th
Question 29. The 19 Asian Physics Olympiad, an annual contest in physics for high school students,
_____________ on Sunday at the Hanoi-based University of Science and Technology.
A. held up
B. picked up
C. kicked off
D. made out
Question 30. His response was as sharp as a _____________.
A. scissors
B. sword
C. needle
D. knife
Question 31. She gave me a _____________ box.
A. jewelry small metal square
B. small square metal jewelry
C. jewelry metal small square
D. small square jewelry metal
Question 32. After a nature disaster, there is always an _____________ need for food and water.

A. urge
B. urgent
C. urgency
D. urgently
Question 33. She's not breathing. She _____________.
A. must be dead
B. should have been dead C. must not dead D. must have dead
John
asked
me
_____________ in English.
Question 34.
A. what that word means
B. what does this word mean
C. what that word meant
D. what did this word mean
Question 35. It is imperative _____________what to do when there is a fire.
A. he must know about B. we knew
C. that everyone know D. that he knew
Question 36. Qualifications and _______ are two most important factors that help you get a good job.
A. politeness
B. attention
C. experience
D. impression
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each
pair of sentences in the following questions
Question 37. He held the rope with one hand. He stretched it out.
A. Holding the rope with one hand, he stretched it out.
B. He stretched the rope with one hand and held it.
C. The rope is held with one hand then he stretched it out.

D. Stretching the rope out, he holds it with one hand.
Question 38. In Paris, Hemingway met many of his old friends. They encouraged him in his writing
career.
A. In Paris, Hemingway encouraged many of his old friends who met him in his writing career.
B. In Paris, Hemingway met his writing career which many of his old friends encouraged.
C. In Paris, Hemingway encouraged his writing career to meet many of his old friends.
D. In Paris, Hemingway was encouraged by many of his old friends in his writing career.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning
to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 39. Affluent families find it easier to support their children financially.
A. Well-off
B. Wealthy
C. Privileged
D. Impoverished
Question 40. Smart robots have replaced humans in stressful and hazardous jobs and in assembly
lines.
A. dangerous
B. safe
C. risky
D. perilous


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Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best completes each of
the following exchanges
Question 41. Paul and Daisy are discussing school work.
Paul: "Your parents must be proud of your result at school."
Daisy: "_____________."
A. Of course
B. I'm glad you like it

C. I am sorry to hear that
D. Thanks. It's certainly encouraging
Question 42. Customer: "Can I try this jumper on?"
Salesgirl: "_____________."
A. No, the shop is closed in half an hour
B. Sure, the changing rooms are over there
C. Yes, it costs one hundred and fifty dollars D. Sorry, only cash is accepted here
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs
from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions
Question 43. A. looked B. decided
C. experienced
D. laughed
Question 44. A. fund
B. hummock
C. punishment
D. scuba
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs
correction in each of the following questions
Question 45. The United Nations have helped bring peace to some countries that were at war.
A. were
B. have helped
C. to
D. at war
Question 46. Tom's jokes are inappropriate but we have to put up with it just because he's the boss.
A. the
B. inappropriate
C. because
D. it
Question 47. Rainforests are being cut and burning at such a speed that they will disappear from the
earth in the near future.

A. such a speed
B. are being cut
C. from
D. burning
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning
to each of the following questions
Question 48. People say that Cameron was the best director of his time.
A. .Cameron was said to have been the best director of his time.
B. Cameron is said to be the best director of his time.
C. It was said that Cameron was the best director of his time
D. Cameron is said to have been the best director of his time.
Question 49. As I get older, I want to travel less.
A. The more I get old, the less I want to travel.
B. I'm getting older and older, so I don't want to travel more.
C. I don't want to travel because of my old age
D. The older I get, the less I want to travel.
Question 50. When she received the exam results, she immediately phoned her mom.
A. No sooner had she received the exam results than she phoned her mom.
B. She received the exam results immediately after she phoned her mom.
C. No sooner had she phoned her mom than she received the exam results.
D. She immediately phoned her mom that she would receive the exam results.
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KÌ THI KSCL CHUYÊN ĐỀ ÔN THI THPT QUỐC GIA KHỐI 12 LẦN 2
NĂM HỌC 2018-2019

Môn: Tiếng Anh
(Thời gian làm bài: 60 phút, không kể thời gian phát đề)
Mã đề: 290

Họ và tên thí sinh:…………………………………………………………SBD…………………………
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks
AFTERNOON TEA
In far too many places in England today, the agreeable habit of taking afternoon tea has vanished.
'Such a shocking waste of time,' says one. 'Quite unnecessary, if one has had lunch or (1) _______ to eat
in the evening,' says another.
All very true, no doubt but what a lot of innocent pleasure these strong-minded people are missing!
The very ritual of tea-making, warming the pot, (2)_______ sure that the water is just boiling, inhaling
the fragrant steam, arranging the tea- cozy to fit snugly around the container, all the preliminaries lead
up to the exquisite pleasure of sipping the brew from thin porcelain, and helping oneself to hot buttered
scones and strawberry jam, a slice of feather-light sponge cake or home-made shortbread.
Taking tea is a highly civilized pastime, and fortunately is still (3) _______ favor in Thrush Green,
(4)_______ the inhabitants have got it down to a fine art. It is common practice in that pleasant village
(5)_______ friends to tea rather than lunch or dinner.
Question 1. A. designs
B. views
C. proposes
D. minds
Question 2. A. giving
B. going
C. making
D. doing
from
of
in

Question 3. A.
B.
C.
D. at
Question 4. A. where
B. which
C. when
D. who
Question 5. A. invites
B. inviting
C. invited
D. to invite
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs
from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions
Question 6. A. fund
B. hummock
C. scuba
D. punishment
Question 7. A. looked
B. experienced
C. laughed
D. decided
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the
following questions
Question 8. She's not breathing. She _____________.
A. should have been dead B. must not dead C. must be dead
D. must have dead
Question 9. The boss _____________ him because his mother had just passed away.
A. make use of
B. make fun of

C. make allowance for D. make up
Question 10. Wildlife Conservation Society uses science to discover and understand _____________
natural world.
A. Ø
B. the
C. a
D. an
Question 11. _____________ he is old, he wants to travel around the world.
A. Although
B. In spite of
C. Despite
D. Because
Question 12. John asked me _____________ in English.
A. what does this word mean
B. what that word meant
what
that
word
means
C.
D. what did this word mean
Question 13. Last week, our class went to Ha Long Bay for a picnic, _____________ made us very
happy then.


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A. which
B. what
C. it
D. that

Question 14. She gave me a _____________ box.
A. small square metal jewelry
B. small square jewelry metal
C. jewelry metal small square
D. jewelry small metal square
Question 15. After a nature disaster, there is always an _____________ need for food and water.
A. urgently
B. urgency
C. urge
D. urgent
Question 16. Had I studied harder, I _____________ better in the last exam.
A. would have done
B. wouldn't have done C. had done
D. would do
Qualifications
and
_______
are
two
most
important
factors
that help you get a good job.
Question 17.
A. impression
B. experience
C. attention
D. politeness
Question 18. "Different species _____________ by 2050", scientists claim.
A. have evolved

B. will evolve
C. will be evolved
D. will have evolved
Question 19. His response was as sharp as a _____________.
A. scissors
B. sword
C. needle
D. knife
Question 20. The 19th Asian Physics Olympiad, an annual contest in physics for high school students,
_____________ on Sunday at the Hanoi-based University of Science and Technology.
A. kicked off
B. picked up
C. held up
D. made out
Question 21. It is imperative _____________what to do when there is a fire.
A. he must know about B. that he knew
C. that everyone know D. we knew
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best completes each of
the following exchanges
Question 22. Paul and Daisy are discussing school work.
Paul: "Your parents must be proud of your result at school."
Daisy: "_____________."
A. Of course
B. Thanks. It's certainly encouraging
C. I'm glad you like it
D. I am sorry to hear that
Question 23. Customer: "Can I try this jumper on?"
Salesgirl: "_____________."
A. Sorry, only cash is accepted here
B. No, the shop is closed in half an hour

C. Sure, the changing rooms are over there
D. Yes, it costs one hundred and fifty dollars
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning
to each of the following questions
Question 24. People say that Cameron was the best director of his time.
A. .Cameron was said to have been the best director of his time.
B. Cameron is said to have been the best director of his time.
C. Cameron is said to be the best director of his time.
D. It was said that Cameron was the best director of his time
Question 25. As I get older, I want to travel less.
A. The more I get old, the less I want to travel.
B. I don't want to travel because of my old age
C. I'm getting older and older, so I don't want to travel more.
D. The older I get, the less I want to travel.
Question 26. When she received the exam results, she immediately phoned her mom.
A. She immediately phoned her mom that she would receive the exam results.
B. No sooner had she phoned her mom than she received the exam results.
C. She received the exam results immediately after she phoned her mom.
D. No sooner had she received the exam results than she phoned her mom.


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Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to
the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 27. His girlfriend's behavior at the party was unacceptable, which made everyone there
shocked.
A. out of practice
B. out of sight
C. out of the habit
D. out of line

Question 28. You should put yourself on the back for having achieved such a high score in the graduation
exam.
A. praise yourself
B. criticize yourself C. wear a backpack D. check up your back
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
The Rise of Robots
As kids, our grandparents frequently scared us by talking about how difficult life was when they
were growing up. They mentioned walking miles to school in the snow, or doing hours of manual labor
for little pay. Life has changed greatly since then, and it seems to get easier year by year. In fact, with
the help of robots we soon might have to do much at all. But is this a good thing?
By 2030, it's estimated that robotics will be a $10 billion business worldwide. Companies are
already starting to integrate them into the workforce. The electronics manufacturer Foxconn is drawing
up plans to launch a factory within the next 10 years that's completely staffed by robot workers.
Meanwhile, an American company Briggo has invented a robot that serves gourmet-quality coffee to
customers. With the push of a button it will crush coffee beans, measure exact quantities of water, and
even wave a steam wand to ensure customers get the perfect cream on top. Unlike human baristas, it can
serve multiple drinks at once and work all day and night without a break.
Robots are also invading our homes. The Rooma is a mini-robot that vacuums rooms automatically
according to a schedule. The Robomow is a device that will cut the grass for you while you sit in the
shade. Then there's the Nanda clocky, an alarm clock that makes sure that even the deepest sleepers get
up on time. The clock is attached to a pair of wheels, and it will randomly move around the room. Once
you finally catch it, you're probably too awake to hit the snooze button. Although these early home
robots are somewhat basic, they will likely become more capable as times goes on.
Although robots certainly help us to eliminate tedious tasks, many people are concerned about a
future filled with robots. Some fear that humanity will start to decline if machines do everything for us.
Others have even warned about the robot rebellion, in which robots become so smart that they may
decide to turn on their masters. These ideas may seem a bit far-fetched, but there are certainly lots of
questions that need to be answered before everyone opens up to the idea of a robotic future.
Question 29. How is Briggo's invention superior to human workers?

A. It never has to stop.
B. It is better at conversation.
C. It can operate machinery.
D. It is more knowledgeable about coffee-making.
Question 30. The word "tedious" in the last paragraph mostly means ______________.
A. intelligent
B. boring
C. expensive
D. difficult
Question 31. What would happen if you pressed the snooze button?
A. You would have to wake up immediately B. The alarm clock would turn off forever
C. Nothing would happen at all
D. The alarm would stop, but go off again soon
Question 32. Which of the following is NOT true about the concerns over roboties?
A. Robots may do some harm to humans
B. It takes some time for people to accept robots.
C. Robots may be dominant at the workplace. D. The idea of robotics may seem far-fetched.
Question 33. What is the last paragraph mainly about?
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B. How people in local communities are supporting robots.
C. Some reasons why people don't accept robots yet.
D. A few of the latest robots on the market today.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs
correction in each of the following questions
Question 34. The United Nations have helped bring peace to some countries that were at war.
A. were
B. to

C. at war
D. have helped
Tom's
jokes
are
inappropriate
but
we
have
to
put
up
with
it
just because he's the boss.
Question 35.
A. it
B. because
C. inappropriate
D. the
Question 36. Rainforests are being cut and burning at such a speed that they will disappear from the
earth in the near future.
A. such a speed
B. are being cut
C. from
D. burning
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each
pair of sentences in the following questions
Question 37. In Paris, Hemingway met many of his old friends. They encouraged him in his writing
career.

A. In Paris, Hemingway was encouraged by many of his old friends in his writing career.
B. In Paris, Hemingway encouraged his writing career to meet many of his old friends.
C. In Paris, Hemingway met his writing career which many of his old friends encouraged.
D. In Paris, Hemingway encouraged many of his old friends who met him in his writing career.
Question 38. He held the rope with one hand. He stretched it out.
A. Stretching the rope out, he holds it with one hand.
B. He stretched the rope with one hand and held it.
C. Holding the rope with one hand, he stretched it out.
D. The rope is held with one hand then he stretched it out.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other
three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions
Question 39. A. office
B. express
C. effort
D. worship
Question 40. A. convenience B. mechanic
C. preference
D. official
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
Pollution emitted in industrial areas represents a threat to human health and the surrounding
natural resources. We have a tendency to believe that the production processes are the only source of
environmental damage, and often forget about the possible long-term effects of harmful production
practices. We may think that the closure of these huge industrial areas would improve the quality of the
environment. Unfortunately, this ignores the threat of the remaining waste, which is abandoned and
poorly stored. It represents an even bigger danger because it stands neglected as it degrades and leaks
into the earth without any control at all.
Changes in the water chemistry due to surface water contamination can affect all levels of an
ecosystem. It can affect the health of lower food chain organisms and, consequently, the availability of
food up through the food chain. It can damage the health of wetlands and damage their ability to support

healthy ecosystems, control flooding, and filter pollutants from storm water runoff. The health of
animals and humans are affected when they drink or bathe in contaminated water. In addition waterbased organisms, like fish and shellfish, can pile up and concentrate contaminants in their bodies. When
other animals or humans eat these organisms, they receive a much higher dose of contaminant than they
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Contaminated groundwater can badly affect animals, plants and humans if it is removed from the
ground by manmade or natural processes. Depending on the study of rocks of the area, groundwater may
rise to the surface through springs or seeps, flow sideways into nearby rivers, streams, or ponds, or sink
deeper into the earth. In many parts of fhe world, groundwater is pumped out of the ground to be used
for drinking, bathing, other household uses, agriculture, and industry.
Contaminants in the soil can harm plants when they take up the contamination through their roots.
Eating, breathing in, or touching contaminated soil, as well as eating plants or animals that have piled up
soil contaminants can badly affect the health of humans and animals.
Air pollution can cause breathing-related problems and other bad health effects as contaminants
are absorbed from the lungs into other parts of the body. Certain air contaminants can also harm
animals and humans when they contact the skin. Plants rely on breathing for their growth and can also be
affected by exposure to contaminants moved in the air.
(Source: Adapted from />Question 41. According to the passage, which of the followings supports healthy ecosystems?
A. Animals
B. Water-based organisms
C. Wetlands
D. Lower food chain organism
Question 42. The word "it" in the first paragraph refers to _____________.
A. the threat of the remaining waste
B. the environment
a
danger
C.

D. the remaining waste
Question 43. Which of the followings is the flow of water from the ground to the surface?
A. Springs
B. Rivers
C. Ponds
D. Streams
Question 44. Which of the followings has the closest meaning to the word "absorbed" in the last
paragraph?
A. swallowed
B. consumed
C. piled up
D. take in
Question 45. Which of the followings is NOT badly affected by contaminated groundwater?
A. Plants
B. Rocks
C. Human
D. Animals
Question 46. According to the passage, the industry is likely to be thought as _____________.
A. a danger to the environment
B. a threat to human health
C. the utmost harmful activity
D. the only source of pollution
Question 47. Which of the followings affect an ecosystem as the whole?
A. Surface water contamination
B. Air contamination
C. Soil contamination
D. Groundwater contamination
Question 48. What is the topic of the passage?
A. The pollution from the city
B. Sources of environmental damage

C. The quality of the environment
D. Bad effects of industrial waste
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning
to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 49. Affluent families find it easier to support their children financially.
A. Privileged
B. Wealthy
C. Impoverished
D. Well-off
Question 50. Smart robots have replaced humans in stressful and hazardous jobs and in assembly
lines.
A. perilous
B. dangerous
C. safe
D. risky

______________________ THE END ______________________