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Trang 1 ĐỀ ĐẶC BIỆT SỐ 1 Read the following article and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 1 to 6. Urban heat islands Scientists now fear that global warming may be connected by what they call the ‘urban heat island effect’. This refers to (1) _______ rises in temperature in big cities, when compared to surrounding rural areas, that affects local climate patterns (2) _______ rainfall and wind. Basically, when plants and trees are cut down and concrete is put in their place, the natural state is already altered. Then the way the concrete itself absorbs, stores and releases heat further alters the natural balance. Then waste heat from traffic and buildings, together with ozone pollution, contributes still further (3) _______ the problem. Scientists claim it is important to (4) _______ action to counter this effect in cities – by planting as much vegetation as possible. In addition, they are urging city developers to use a more expensive concrete for pavements (5) _______ rainwater, thus cooling them down. They also advise that rooftops and pavements should be made of light-coloured (6) _______, as dark objects convert energy into heat whereas white objects reflect light. (Adapted from First Trainer) Question 1. A. consideration B. considerably C. consider D. considerable Question 2. A. in contrast to B. in place of C. in terms of D. in addition to Question 3. A. for B. of C. to D. with Question 4. A. take B. put C. bring D. keep Question 5. A. absorbed B. that absorb C. absorb D. absorbing Question 6. A. resources B. materials C. ingredients D. qualities Read the following article and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 7 to 12. Have you ever sat in class wondering if you would ever (7) _______ the information that was being taught? Our minds and bodies gather information in different ways and from all around us: seeing, hearing, and doing. Then our brains process that information, organising it and making connections to things we already know. This process can also work in a (8) _______ of ways: Do we think in pictures or words? Do we remember details or the big picture? When we’re trying (9) _______, it helps to know how our brain works. How do we best gather and organise information? Different people have (10) _______. For example, one person might struggle with written information but (11) _______ it immediately in an illustration. (12) _______ person might have problems with the picture but not the written text. (Adapted from Interchange) Question 7. A. gain B. grab C. grasp D. seize Question 8. A. variety B. degree C. handful D. plenty Question 9. A. learning B. to learn C. to learning D. learn Question 10. A. styles different learning B. different styles learning C. different learning styles D. learning different styles Question 11. A. put out B. pass down C. make up D. take in Question 12. A. Other B. Some C. Another D. A few Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the best arrangement of utterances or sentences to make a meaningful exchange or text in each of the following questions from 13 to 17. Question 13. Dear Uncle Harry, a. My dad told me that using weights is a good way to get fit, too. b. Thanks so much for the presents you sent me for my birthday!
Trang 2 c. I use them every day before school and I reckon I’m stronger already. d. When I was opening them, I thought they were bowling balls - I’m glad that they weren’t! e. Maybe you should buy some for him! Lots of love Connor (Adapted from Solutions) A. a – c – b – e – d B. d – a – e – c – b C. b – d – c – a – e D. c – a – e – b – d Question 14. a. We deeply valued the quality time spent together, although the trip required significant effort. b. Typically, we book a modest holiday apartment when travelling, but last summer, we opted for a camping trip instead. c. As a professional with a demanding job, I have limited time to spend with my children during term time. d. While my sons are eager to go again, I must admit that the physical demands and lack of comfort made it a challenging experience. e. Despite initial concerns about adjusting to each other's constant presence, the experience strengthened our bond as a family. (Adapted from First Trainer) A. e – a – b – c – d B. c – b – e – a – d C. b – a – d – c – e D. a – b – c – d – e Question 15. a. Katie: I’d love to, thanks. Shall I eat before I come? b. Olivia: I’m having some friends over tomorrow night to watch a DVD. Would you like to come? c. Olivia: No, we’re going to eat while we watch the film. (Adapted from Solutions) A. c – a – b B. a – c – b C. a – b – c D. b – a – c Question 16. a. A few years ago, Viewpark City's local government decided to reduce congestion by allowing only drivers with even-numbered registration plates on certain days. b. If the policy had lasted longer, residents, including drivers, could have experienced its benefits and likely supported the scheme. c. This idea was excellent and aimed to encourage car sharing and increased use of public transport. d. Unfortunately, because of local opposition, this initiative had to be abandoned. e. The following day, it would be the turn of those driving cars displaying odd numbers on their number plates. (Adapted from First Trainer) A. a – c – b – d – e B. a – e – c – d – b C. a – d – e – b – c D. a – b – e – c – d Question 17. a. Phil: If the planet keeps getting warmer, we can expect more terrible natural disasters. b. Gloria: Is that because today we burn fossil fuels in many of our everyday activities? c. Gloria: I can see that. Temperatures are getting higher, and the oceans are rising in many places. But why does this matter? d. Phil: Yes, you’re right. It’s making the Earth warmer and causing the climates to change. e. Phil: People all over the world are now adding extra carbon dioxide to the atmosphere. (Adapted from THiNK) A. e – c – a – b – d B. a – c – d – b – e C. a – b – d – c – e D. e – b – d – c – a Read the following passage about HGH and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 18 to 22.
Trang 3 HGH (Human Growth Hormone) could be the favourite drug at the next athletic world championships, and we might never know it. (18) _______. Scientists are allowed to make the drug, and it is also legal to take HGH in most countries. Considered a wonder drug for children, (19) _______. However, some athletes are now taking the drug. HGH helps add muscle in adults, and recent research by the World Anti-Doping Agency shows that HGH may improve a sprinter’s time by 5%. Some athletes say that HGH definitely makes them stronger. It also helps them to recover more quickly from injuries. (20) _______, HGH is almost impossible to test for. The drug is completely natural, and it will only show in tests for around 24 hours after taking it. Testing is usually done only during competitions, but athletes use HGH during training, so it is very difficult to know who has used the drug. This makes it very attractive for some athletes. Scientists are developing a new test (21) _______. But it isn’t going to be easy. Everybody has different levels of natural HGH in their body. For this reason, scientists are warning athletes of the possible problems with the drug. Research shows that HGH can give people headaches, pains and - more dangerously - bigger hearts. Finally, high levels of HGH increase the risk of cancer. But is this enough to stop athletes from taking it? Scientists don’t think so. (22) _______. (Adapted from Solutions) Question 18. A. Producing this natural substance, the human body helps children's bones and muscles grow B. But for this natural substance, the human body could help children's bones and muscles grow C. The human body produces this natural substance so that children's bones and muscles can grow D. It is a natural substance produced by the human body, helping children's bones and muscles grow Question 19. A. children with growth problems benefit a lot from HGH B. HGH helps many children with growth problems every year C. they create HGH to help children with growth problems D. the use of HGH is useful for children with growth problems Question 20. A. Having banned from most professional sports B. Although it is banned by most professional sports C. Most professional sports have banned this drug D. The ban imposed on it by most professional sports Question 21. A. whose ability to identify the drug in the body for up to two weeks B. detected the drug in the body for as long as two weeks C. traced the drug in the body for a period of two weeks D. which will find the drug in the body for up to two weeks Question 22. A. The concern about their health later drives some athletes to focus entirely on winning B. Putting their health concerns aside, winning is prioritised by some athletes C. Some athletes will do all they can to win, and worry about their health later D. The idea of winning at all costs may cause worry for some athletes about their health Read the following passage about weddings in Britain and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 23 to 30. Weddings are important occasions in British life. They can be very expensive and take a long time to organise. There are also many traditional aspects of weddings that are important for people
Trang 4 who get married. However, many traditions have become less common in recent years, and marriage in Britain is changing. Marriage is legal from the age of 18, but this can be lowered to 16 if the couple have their parents’ permission. The average age of people who get married in the UK is about 30. People can marry in a civil ceremony, at a registry office, or they may have a religious ceremony in a church, mosque or other place of worship. All couples must sign a marriage certificate. In the past, a traditional marriage in the UK meant a couple first got engaged. This was when the man formally asked the woman to marry him with a ring. It was also customary for the groom to ask the bride’s father if he agreed. The wedding commonly took place at the bride’s local church with about a hundred guests. It was a tradition for the groom’s father to buy the flowers and champagne but for the bride’s father to pay for everything else. The two families sat on different sides of the church and the bride’s father gave away his daughter to the groom. The new bride took her husband’s surname. These days, however, many people do not always follow tradition so closely. It is now common for the woman to ask the man to marry her, and not many men ask the woman’s father for her hand in marriage. People frequently marry in a town hall. A few even marry on a beach in a hot country. The couple tend to pay for the wedding themselves but still expect both families to help them pay for the reception. These days, not every woman wants to change her surname, so she might keep her maiden name or take both names. (Adapted from Unlock) Question 23. Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 2? Marriage is legal from the age of 18, but this can be lowered to 16 if the couple have their parents’ permission. A. Only those with parental permission can marry at 18; otherwise, they must wait until they turn 16. B. Marriage can be legal from 16, provided the couple is already 18 and has parental approval. C. People can legally marry from the age of 18, but with parental consent, the minimum age can be reduced to 16. D. Marriage is permitted at 16, but those who lack parental permission must wait after they turn 18. Question 24. Which of the following is NOT a recognised place for marriage in Britain? A. a church B. a registry office C. a private home D. a mosque Question 25. The word customary in paragraph 3 can be best replaced by _______. A. suitable B. optional C. available D. usual Question 26. The word follow in paragraph 4 is opposite in meaning to _______. A. consider B. reject C. obey D. question Question 27. The word them in paragraph 4 refers to _______. A. names B. families C. the couple D. men Question 28. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A. People in Britain now do not get engaged before organising a wedding ceremony. B. Women in Britain nowadays are always the ones who propose to their partners. C. The wedding ceremony in Britain is now completely different from it was in the past. D. In Britain, the bride’s father covered all other expenses except flowers and champange. Question 29. In which paragraph does the writer explore how a traditional marriage in Britain was held? A. Paragraph 1 B. Paragraph 2 C. Paragraph 3 D. Paragraph 4 Question 30. In which paragraph does the writer mention a legal document? A. Paragraph 1 B. Paragraph 2 C. Paragraph 3 D. Paragraph 4 Read the following passage about friendships and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 31 to 40.