Tiêu đề ĐỀ THI CHUYÊN ANH HẢI PHÒNG 2024-2025.docx ✅

2 THE CHALLENGES OF LIVING IN SPACE Living on the International Space Station (ISS)  Astronauts spend months in microgravity, so - their blood moves to their head and (6) __________. - they lose minerals such as (7) __________. - they have to exercise (8) __________ hours, six days a week, to avoid muscle loss. - they may suffer from poor vision (9) __________.  NASA continues to improve ways for water, including sweat, to be (10) __________. Building on the Moon or Mars  Engineers and architects must use materials which - are (11) __________ enough for transporting. - can already be found on the Moon or Mars.  Rocks and minerals could be used to make metal, brick, and possibly (12) __________ for buildings.  NASA still needs to find a way - to make large (13) __________. - to visit places like a (14) __________. - to get a new (15) __________. PART TWO: VOCABULARY AND GRAMMAR 1. Give the correct form of the word in brackets to complete each of the following sentences. Write your answers on the answer sheet. (10 pts.) 1. Not every journalist could notice the opera singer's shifted grounds; her opinion had changed (PERCEIVE) __________. 2. Since drunken driving is dangerous, the government has decided to (LAW) __________ it in the hope that road accidents will be reduced. 3. It is advisable that caffeine and other similar (STIMULATE) __________ shouldn't be taken shortly before we go to bed. 4. The man was arrested for (PERSON) __________ a director, tricking many people into giving him money to invest in the project. 5. Thanks to this type of (SHATTER) __________ screen, drivers will be able to have a clear view even when it is smashed. 6. As a teacher, Mrs. White always tries to be fair and avoid (FAVOR) __________ as well as scapegoating. 7. Laura has (MARK) __________ the BBC homepage as she uses it regularly to get the latest news.

4 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Some people body clocks keep poorer time than those of others, which can greatly disturb their lives and even threaten their health. Insomnia, depression, fatigue, and being inefficient can all be caused or aggravated by inaccurate body clocks. Equally, severe problems can result from the difficulties of adjusting to different time zones and working by night in spite of by day. Shift workers are known to run a higher-than-average risk of having an amount of health problems and the disruption of normal body rhythms is one possible explanation for this. PART THREE: READING COMPREHENSION Read the following passage and fill each of the numbered blanks with ONE suitable word. Write your answers on the answer sheet. (5 pts.) In this digital age of instant communication, the tradition of having pen friends still (1) __________ the test of time. Pen friends, also known as pen pals, are individuals who exchange letters and build friendships via (2) __________ correspondence. The allure of having a pen friend lies in the personal touch that handwritten letters bring to communication. (3). __________ quick messages sent through emails or social media, pen friends take the time to put pen to paper and express their thoughts and feelings in a (4) __________ deliberate and heartfelt manner. Waiting for letters to arrive in the mailbox creates a (5) __________ of anticipation and excitement, making the exchange of letters a cherished experience. Moreover, pen friends offer a window to the world by providing insights (6) __________ different cultures and perspectives. Through their letters, pen friends share stories of their daily lives, traditions, and unique experiences, (7) __________ us to see the world through their eyes. It's a journey of mutual discovery, (8) __________ each letter becomes a treasure trove of new knowledge and understanding. In conclusion, (9) __________ art of having pen friends continues to enrich lives and foster connections beyond borders. In a world that moves at a rapid pace, the simple act of writing and exchanging letters holds the power to create lasting friendships and bridge gaps between cultures. So, pick up your pen and (10) __________ the plunge, for the world of pen friends awaits with open arms and open hearts. PART FOUR: WRITING 1. Finish the second sentence in such a way that its meaning is similar to that of the original one. Write your answers on the answer sheet. (10 pts.) 1. It has been arranged for all of us to attend the conference on Saturday. → We are all 2. Her salary is half what she would receive in the job she was offered four months ago.