Đề thi thử môn Anh Chuyên vào 10 của trường THPT CNN năm 2024 - Lần 3

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ĐỀ THI THỬ KỲ THI TUYỂN SINH TRƯỜNG THPT CHUYÊN NGOẠI NGỮ NĂM 2024 do trường ĐH Ngoại ngữ - ĐH QG HN công bố ngày 05/05/2024. Đã có đủ giải thích đáp án chi tiết. 

Sau khi làm bài, em hãy xem kết quả phân tích chi tiết và ôn luyện ngay những chủ điểm chưa đạt kết quả cao.

Choose the word which has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others.

  • ambulance

  • calendar

  • mechanic

  • cigarette

Choose the word which has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others.

  • council

  • fountain

  • mouldy

  • doubtful

Choose the word which has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others.

  • behalf

  • aisle

  • salmon

  • yolk

Choose the word which has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others.

  • aquaculture

  • aquatint

  • aquarobics

  • aquarium

Choose the word that differs from the rest in the position of the main stress.

  • whereas
  • highlight
  • extent
  • estate

Choose the word that differs from the rest in the position of the main stress.

  • hypnosis
  • archaic
  • durable
  • financial

Choose the word that differs from the rest in the position of the main stress.

  • substitute
  • sacrifice
  • sovereign
  • suicidal

Choose the word that differs from the rest in the position of the main stress.

  • anesthesia
  • municipal
  • recalcitrant
  • adrenaline

Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

Despite putting a great deal of effort, she couldn't lift the heavy box on her own.

  • wish
  • attention
  • labour
  • strength

Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

The book has received much acknowledgement from grateful students seeking the most practical help.

  • responsible
  • appreciative
  • capable
  • careful

Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

On this day in 1784, Dr. Michel Paccard and Jacques Balmat reached the summit of Mont Blanc after a strenuous climb.

  • slope
  • plateau
  • pinnacle
  • zenith

Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

He found solace at his home after a difficult day at work.

  • crisis
  • sympathy
  • relief
  • emptiness

Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

The Government will struggle to achieve its target of 15% of electricity from renewables.

  • completely reject
  • easily reach
  • continuously strive
  • successfully overcome

Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

Each centre would be given state-of-the-art technology to allow it to cover a much wider area and better direct firefighting units.

  • cutting-edge
  • rudimentary
  • clear-cut
  • obsolete

When told that I forgot to remove the tag from my new dress, I nearly died of _____.

  • offence
  • horror
  • embarrassment
  • curiosity

"Would that _____ possible for me to undo all those dreadful mistakes", said the girl.

  • it were
  • were it
  • it be
  • be it

Unlike the past, husbands in _____ families today are willing to shoulder responsibility for household chores with their wives.

  • communal
  • blended
  • immediate
  • progressive

The corporation organized a splendid year-end party last year, which indicated that their business was in the _____.

  • white
  • black
  • red
  • green

Despite the highway gridlock, we still arrived at the airport under ______ to see her off.

  • our belt
  • the wire
  • a cloud
  • the counter

Read the text and choose the best answer to fill in the blanks.

Can Tho is the largest city in Vietnam's Mekong Delta. Located along the Hau River, it serves as the Mekong's political and commercial center  a gateway to the Delta's waterways. Can Tho experiences two seasons, with the wet season from May to November and the dry season from December to April. The best time to explore is in April, May, or June when the weather is pleasant, and the rainy season  not fully set in.

Το  yourself in Can Tho's unique beauty and culture, a stroll through the city is recommended. Ninh Kieu Park sits at the confluence of the River Hau and the Can Tho River. The edge of the park is lined with well-kept plants and features an impressive 7.2-meter sculpture of the national icon, Ho Chi Minh. Along the river south of the park is Hai Ba Trung Street. This area, , boasts numerous cafes, restaurants, and hotels and trendy lighting off the river. The Can Tho Bridge even casts some beautiful light shows  the water with the colors rippling and merging with the gentle waves. For a historical experience, Binh Thuy Ancient House, built in 1870 and  through six generations, showcases intricate architecture and period furnishings.

Can Tho's cultural richness is further highlighted by its floating markets. The largest in the Mekong Delta is the renowned Cal Rang Floating Market. Daily tours at this market offer a glimpse of the vibrant trade and local produce. Unlike the busy wholesale market at Cai Rang, Phong Dien Market is made up of mainly smaller boats.  a little farther away, the market provides a more intimate, local-style market experience.

Regarding cuisine, Can Tho's fertile lands and river surroundings contribute to a  culinary landscape. De Tham, known as "food street", offers a variety of Vietnamese dishes, among which Banh Cong, Banh Xeo, and Chuoi Nep Nuong stand out as local specialties. Hot Pot Alley, located in Xuan Khanh Quarter, is a must-visit for those seeking a customizable and satisfying hot pot experience.

Read the following passage and choose the correct answer to each of the questions.

Several health impact modelling (HIM) studies have estimated the health benefits and risks of active travel (cycling, walking) in different geographical areas. In most of these studies, the health benefits due to physical activity (PA) from increased active travel are significantly larger than the health risks caused by increases in exposure to air pollution. Most of the existing active travel HIM studies have been carried out in cities in high income countries with relatively low air pollution levels. This raises the question on the risk-benefit balance in highly polluted environments. Health risks of air pollution are usually thought to increase linearly with increased exposure for low to moderate levels of air pollution, whereas the benefits of PA increase curvilinearly with increasing dose. Thus, at a certain level of background air pollution and of active travel, risks could outweigh benefits, which would directly imply that, from a public health perspective, active travel could not be always recommended.

In this study we compare the health risks of air pollution with the PA-related health benefits from active travel across a wide range of possible air pollution concentrations and active travel levels. We use two thresholds to compare PA benefits and air pollution risks: At the “tipping point” an incremental increase in active travel will no longer lead to an increase in health benefits (i.e. max. benefits have been reached). Increasing active travel even more could lead to the “break-even point”, where risk from air pollution starts outweighing the benefits of PA (i.e. there are no longer net benefits, compared to not engaging in active travel). Our approach followed a general active travel HIM method. Air pollution exposures due to active travel were quantified by estimating the differences in the inhaled dose of fine particulate matter (PM2.5 ) air pollution. We selected PM2.5 because it is a commonly used indicator of air pollution in active travel HIM studies, and because of the large health burden caused by PM2.5. For both air pollution and PA we used all-cause mortality as the health outcome because there is strong evidence for its association with both long-term exposure to PM2.5 and long-term PA behaviour.

Adapted from National Library of Medicine

 

What is mentioned about active travel in paragraph 1?

  • It represents a behavioural trait of cyclists and walkers.
  • It is of concern to researchers in high income countries.
  • It has lost its popularity due to the effects of air pollution.
  • It depends on the geographical features of local areas.

What can be inferred from the sentence "This raises the question on the risk-benefit balance in highly polluted environments." in paragraph 1?

  • Most of the existing active travel HIM studies are not very reliable.
  • Studies on active travel often receive severe criticism from researchers.
  • The pollution level of the environments can impact the research results.
  • HIM studies may be harder to conduct in highly polluted environments.

Which is the word "curvilinearly" in paragraph 1 closest in meaning to? 

  • in parallel
  • in opposition
  • constantly
  • variously

What is the main purpose of paragraph 2?

  • To weigh the risks and benefits of active travel
  • To reveal the selected subjects of an HIM study
  • To compare the risks of pollution and active travel
  • To clarify the research method of an HIM study

What is NOT mentioned about PM2.5 in paragraph 2?

  • It expresses an amount of air pollution.
  • It inhibits humans from doing active travel.
  • It enters into a person's respiratory system.
  • It causes serious health problems in humans.

What does "its" in paragraph 2 refer to?

  • air pollution
  • physical activity
  • mortality
  • health outcome

Which best explains the term "active travel" as discussed in the passage?

  • Modes of travelling that involve physical activity
  • Forms of exercise greatly influenced by air pollution
  • Environmentally friendly means of transportation
  • Movement monitored by genuine willingness

What would the writer most likely support?

  • There should be more studies to confirm the benefits of active travel.
  • Active travel should be maintained at a moderate level to ensure its benefits.
  • The benefits of active travel tend to diminish when the level of pollution increases.
  • Active travel should be limited to a certain point at which net benefits still exist.

Jane: "Do you want to join me tonight for Korean BBQ?"

David: "_____ You know that I'm vegetarian."

  • You can't be serious.
  • Oh, how thoughtful.
  • I probably shouldn't.
  • That's an awful idea.

Girl: "There's a rumor at school about me."

Mom: "Be patient. _____"

  • I hope things get better soon.
  • This happens to girls only.
  • Things will work out okay.
  • It's probably not even true.

Jim: "Are you going to Andy's party tonight?"

Anh: "_____"

  • I can't stop myself from going.
  • The thought did cross my mind.
  • I don't know. Let me sleep on it.
  • You've got a deal. I'll be there.

Son: "I feel like I let you down."

Dad: "It's okay. _____"

  • These things happen.
  • You'll get over it.
  • Worrying doesn't help.
  • I refuse to be anxious.

Minh: "______"

Jerry: "I'd like to put forward something."

  • Any suggestions for our presentation topic?
  • Starting a retirement fund is sound advice.
  • Have you considered asking for a promotion?
  • I'm collecting clothes to distribute to the poor.

Choose the best way to rearrange the following sentences in order to make a meaningful conversation.

a. But my favorite show is starting.

b. Can I watch television?

c. You know the rules about studying.

d. Have you finished your homework?

  • b-c-a-d
  • d-a-c-b
  • d-b-c-a
  • b-d-a-c

Choose the best way to rearrange the following sentences in order to make a meaningful conversation.

a. What are you even talking about?

b. My favourite bracelet. You took it.

c. You took it, didn't you?

d. It's still on the kitchen table where you took it off.

  • a-b-d-c
  • b-d-c-a
  • c-a-b-d
  • d-a-b-c

Choose the best way to rearrange the following sentences in order to make a meaningful conversation.

a. Yes, about an hour ago.

b. A package, I think.

c. Why didn't you tell me?

d. Was there anything for me?

e. It didn't seem important.

f. Has the mailman come yet?

  • f-a-c-e-b-d
  • f-a-d-b-c-e
  • f-b-d-e-c-a
  • f-e-d-a-c-b

Choose the best way to rearrange the following sentences in order to make a meaningful conversation.

a. You need to throw that purple sauce away.

b. Take a whiff of it. It's gone off.

c. You have a lot to learn yet about the local cuisine.

d. Are you kidding me? It's got to be inedible.

e. No, I just bought it. And we'll need it soon.

f. But that's the way it's supposed to be. It's fine.

  • a-e-b-f-d-c
  • a-d-e-b-f-c
  • a-c-d-f-b-e
  • a-f-b-c-d-e

Choose the best way to rearrange the following sentences in order to make a meaningful conversation.

a. This is embarrassing, but my account is overdrawn.

b. I see. Well, let me just cover your lunch.

c. Do you think I could borrow ten dollars to buy lunch?

d. Yes, but I lent my cousin a large amount, and he's yet to compensate me.

e. Let's just stop at an ATM, and you can withdraw some cash.

f. But you're always so careful with how much you spend.

  • c-d-e-a-f-b
  • c-e-a-f-d-b
  • a-f-e-d-c-b
  • a-b-c-f-d-e

Choose the sentence that is CLOSEST in meaning to the sentence given.

What I like most about my hometown is its traditional food.

  • What makes my hometown popular is its traditional food.
  • There's nothing more special than my hometown's traditional food.
  • My hometown's traditional food mostly attracts my attention.
  • My favorite aspect of my hometown is its traditional food.

Choose the sentence that is CLOSEST in meaning to the sentence given.

One of the best ways to treat your friend with kindness is with a meal.

  • Kindness to your friend is best demonstrated by providing a meal.
  • Offering a meal is a good means of showing kindness to your friend.
  • Treating your friend with a meal is one step above your kindness.
  • You had better share a meal with your friend to prove your kindness.

Choose the sentence that is CLOSEST in meaning to the sentence given.

He proposed that the industrial zone of our city should be constructed on the outskirts.

  • Our city had better construct the industrial zone on the outskirts, as he proposed.
  • Our city constructed the industrial zone on the outskirts based on his proposal.
  • It was his proposal that our city construct the industrial zone on the outskirts.
  • It was rational for him to propose to construct our city's industrial zone on the outskirts.

Choose the sentence that is CLOSEST in meaning to the sentence given.

Protecting the natural environment is the core role of humans in the present and the future.

  • It is essential that humans should protect the natural environment for the present and future.
  • Humans completely dedicate their present and future to the protection of the natural environment.
  • Protecting the natural environment is a continuous and significant duty for humans throughout their existence.
  • Humans are now and then granted the major responsibility for environmental protection.

Choose the sentence that is CLOSEST in meaning to the sentence given.

Noticing that their quarrel became increasingly fierce, I had to interfere to figure out what the real issue was.

  • Seeing the escalation of their quarrel urged me to get involved to comprehend their real issue.
  • Interfering in their escalating quarrel enabled me to sort out the causes and severity of the issue.
  • Getting involved to find out the real issue, I took notice of their growingly tense quarrel.
  • Needing to address the cause and severity of the issue, I intervened as their quarrel worsened.

Choose the sentence that best combines this pair of sentences.

Viet was suffering from a serious headache. He couldn't attend the math class of Ms. Huong.

  • Once Viet's serious headache was over, he could go to Ms. Huong's math class.
  • If Viet didn't have a serious headache, he could attend Ms. Huong's math class.
  • Viet was told not to attend Ms. Huong's math class when he had a serious headache.
  • Viet couldn't go to Ms. Huong's math class since he was experiencing a serious headache.

Choose the sentence that best combines this pair of sentences.

I couldn't celebrate Tet with my family. I was on duty at that time.

  • As long as my duty was over, I could celebrate Tet with my family.
  • If only I hadn't been on duty, I could have celebrated Tet with my family.
  • Even if I wasn't on duty, I couldn't celebrate Tet with my family.
  • Despite being on duty, I could celebrate Tet with my family.

Choose the sentence that best combines this pair of sentences.

Maria overcame numerous obstacles to complete her dance course. She celebrated her achievement with her family and friends.

  • As a result of overcoming numerous obstacles to complete her dance course, Maria had a celebration with her family and friends.
  • Upon completing her dance course, Maria celebrated her achievement of overcoming numerous obstacles with her family and and friends.
  • Completing a dance course despite numerous obstacles is Maria's achievement, for which her family and friends had a celebration.
  • Maria celebrated her achievement with her family and friends, followed by the completion of her dance course with numerous obstacles.

Choose the sentence that best combines this pair of sentences.

The northwest area is rocky, mountainous terrain. Much of it is inaccessible, but that which can be reached is often spectacularly beautiful.

  • The northwest area, with its rocky and mountainous terrain, presents an inaccessible landscape, much of which, in contrast, is often spectacularly beautiful.
  • Unlike much of the rocky, mountainous northwest area that is inaccessible, the other reachable regions often offer magnificently beautiful landscapes.
  • The northwest area, characterized by rocky, mountainous terrain, is mostly inaccessible; however, the portions that are reachable often boast spectacular beauty.
  • The rocky, mountainous terrain in the northwest area, while inaccessible in many parts, often offers landscapes with magnificent beauty.

Choose the sentence that best combines this pair of sentences.

Parents today express their concern over the impact of video games on their children's development. One worrying aspect is their constant exposure to screen time.

  • Parents today have a consensus that video games exert impacts on their children's development, among which are those from their constant exposure to screen time.
  • The prevailing concern among parents today is the impact of video games on their children's development, particularly their persistent engagement with screen time.
  • As articulated by parents today, not only do video games impact their children's development but the children's persistent engagement with screen time is worrying.
  • The worrying aspect of video games that impact children's development, according to their parents' common belief, involves their constant exposure to screen time.

Read the passage and choose the correct answer.

When you use another's ideas in your work without informing the reader of its original source, you are committing plagiarism. It can be committed at various levels. (1) _____, not using quotation marks around a quote is mild; paraphrasing a source without citing it is moderate; and piecing together parts of different texts and claiming it as your own is severe. Not just colleges but many high schools have serious consequences for plagiarism. (2) _____, you may receive a zero on the assignment, fail the course, or even be expelled from the school.

There are several reasons for why educational institutions view plagiarism as a serious offence. For one, it is dishonest. To purposefully plagiarize is equivalent to stealing someone else's idea or words and saying "I thought of this." (3) _____, so to steal their work has a real effect on their career, reputation, and livelihood. Furthermore, academia is continuously building on itself. An individual research paper brings together information and ideas that were originally presented in other sources. Those sources were also influenced by a number of other authors. By failing to properly cite a source, you are breaking this chain and preventing your reader from understanding the foundation on which the ideas are built.

(4) _____. We learn by wrestling with new ideas; and when we can correctly phrase a new idea in our words, it proves that we understand what was communicated to us. If you copy and paste someone else's words, you are not allowing your mind to go through that process and are impeding your own learning. Additionally, if your paper is made up of portions of a variety of other sources, your product will probably be rather low quality and fail to impress your instructor. Finally, again, plagiarism paints you as a dishonest person not able to be trusted. So, for these reasons, (5) _____.

Choose the correct answer for (1)

  • For example
  • In other words
  • Namely
  • Firstly

Choose the correct answer for (2)

  • Depending on the plagiarism strategy
  • Based on the severity of the incident
  • Though each school has its own code
  • Although the error may be accidental

Choose the correct answer for (3)

  • Academics are expected to constantly be writing and publishing
  • Researchers are very possessive when it comes to their research
  • Those who work in academia find it difficult to get published
  • Authors invest much time and effort into research and writing

Choose the correct answer for (4)

  • The educational system cannot allow plagiarism.
  • Plagiarism chiefly concerns the stealing of ideas.
  • Plagiarism also hurts the one who commits it.
  • Student creativity is also affected by plagiarism.

Choose the correct answer for (5)

  • students found guilty of plagiarism should be expected to pay a heavy price as a result of their transgression
  • what can be done to put an end to students' plagiarism should be suggested by individual instructors
  • at the high school level, a zero-tolerance policy towards plagiarism should be implemented for the good of all
  • plagiarism is seen as a very serious offence, compelling schools to impose serious consequences for it

Viết một văn bản khoảng 250 từ về chủ đề sau:

In recent times, high school students have access to a diverse range of extracurricular activities, such as voluntarily teaching disadvantaged children, organizing events for younger generations, or participating in the preparation of a spring fair. If you were a high school student, which extracurricular activities would you choose to engage in, and what motivates your choice?