Đề thi giữa kì 2 môn Tiếng Anh 12 i-Learn Smart World - số 5

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

  • visual

  • occasion

  • cuisine

  • vision

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

  • stranger

  • wage

  • population

  • image

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

  • fluctuate
  • accepted
  • relevant
  • national

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

  • extracurricular
  • cyberbullying
  • urbanisation
  • entrepreneur

David: Excuse me, this all looks so delicious. _____

Linh: Of course! I'd be happy to help. What would you like to know?

  • Could I ask you a question about the food?
  • What is the most popular dish on the menu?
  • I am ready to order now, please.
  • Can you tell me what this is?

Bob and Khanh are chatting.

Bob: I think we should lead a green lifestyle.

Khanh: _____ It helps to protect the environment.

  • Really?
  • I don't think so.
  • Of course not.
  • Sure.

Parking is very difficult in _____ city center, so my father always go there by _____ bus.

  • the / ∅ (no article)
  • the / the
  • a / a
  • a / ∅ (no article)

The worker was _____ his boss expected, so he was offered a raise.

  • more hard-working
  • as hard-working than
  • more hard-working than
  • more hard-working as

Mary and Jim have a new hobby. They _____ to dance the tango, although they can't do it properly yet. They say it's wonderful.

  • have been learning
  • had learned
  • are learning
  • were learning

His parents _____ attempts to correct his pronunciation for some time but he has refused to learn.

  • will be making
  • have made
  • has made
  • make

Taxi drivers are advised to get their car engines _____ on a monthly basis to ensure they work properly.

  • check
  • checked
  • to check
  • checking

The wealthy girl confessed that she _____ never travelled by public transport.

  • has
  • had
  • having
  • have

Hackers often use _____ to steal personal information from unsuspecting users.

  • spam
  • engine
  • malware
  • movement

Journalists warned that online _____ can spread false information to manipulate public opinion.

  • operators
  • influencers
  • professionals
  • predators

The government launched a program to improve living conditions in the _____ and provide better sanitation.

  • slums
  • downtown
  • location
  • apartments

Read the following passage and choose the option that best fits each blank.

✈️ URBANIZATION – CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES ✈️

"Will city life make me happier? Or will it just create more problems?" Are these questions you often ask before to move to a city? Urbanization brings both opportunities and challenges.

On the bright side, cities offer many job opportunities. Many companies set  offices in cities, which gives people more choices for work. Access to better services like schools, hospitals, and entertainment centers also  urban areas attractive places to live.

However, life in big cities comes with its own set of challenges. Issues like pollution, traffic jams, and overcrowding can  a great impact on daily life. Some people struggle to find affordable housing and face financial difficulties.

To improve life in cities, communities and local governments must plan carefully. They should provide efficient transport systems, build more parks, and offer .  cities are well-planned and sustainable, urban life can improve the quality of life for everyone.

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

The device is very sophisticated and should only be operated by someone who is familiar with it.

  • crude
  • advanced
  • temporary
  • old-fashioned

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

This new magazine is known for its comprehensive coverage of news.

  • casual
  • inadequate
  • indifferent
  • superficial

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

Some traditional clothing styles are making a comeback and gaining new popularity with younger generations.

  • poetry
  • price
  • sense
  • fame

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

The new policy will restrict the use of mobile phones during school hours.

  • ignore
  • quit
  • imagine
  • limit

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

a. Tom: Yes, it’s because of urbanization. More people are moving here for jobs, so they’re building houses and offices.

b. Anna: Hi, Tom! Have you noticed how quickly our city is changing? So many new buildings everywhere!

c. Anna: True, but I hope we don’t lose green spaces and fresh air.

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

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

a. At first, life on her own was challenging; balancing studies, managing finances, and handling household chores felt overwhelming.

b. Like many young adults today, she wanted freedom and the ability to make her own decisions without her parents' control.

c. This experience proved that while independent life brings challenges, it also builds confidence, responsibility, and a true sense of freedom.

d. When Anna turned 18, she decided to start an independent life by moving to a new city for university.

e. However, as time passed, she learned to budget her money, plan her days, and solve problems on her own.

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

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

Twitter: 140 Characters to Express Yourself

At the start of the social media revolution, Facebook quickly became the most popular site for sharing information with others. However, it is not the only service that people can use to express themselves. Those who believe in the old saying that “more is less” may want to check out Twitter. Part of Twitter’s appeal is that it limits users to 140 characters whenever they update their status. This forces people to quickly “get to the point” when they are communicating.

Twitter is a microblogging service that was created by four American programmers in 2006. The founders chose the name Twitter because the word has two definitions: “a short burst of information” and “the sound that little birds make”, both of which fit the description of what their service provides. In fact, some people have even labeled Twitter the “SMS of the Internet”. Twitter is not just about words though. Users can also share videos and pictures. Another thing which truly sets Twitter apart from its competition is the hashtag. Hashtags are a special way of labeling and classifying information. They help people interested in a subject to find related posts and content. For example, some interested in sports could simply search for hashtag "sports" and they would find all messages tagged in this manner.

Twitter has also allowed people to easily connect with others whom they would have never had access to in the past. This has enabled fans to interact with their favourite celebrities by following their Twitter updates and sending them direct messages. Of course, there is no guarantee that the famous person will respond, as the celebrities may receive thousands of messages each day. However, there have been some pretty stunning interactions. In 2011, singer Justin Timberlake made headlines when he accepted an invitation from a female soldier to attend a Marine Corps ball. In return, many celebrities find it gratifying to know some of their supporters more closely. However, there is a dark side to Twitter conversations: Some people don’t think before sending out tweets that can cause outrage by making inappropriate or insensitive remarks.

In November 2013, Twitter went public on the New York Stock Exchange. The added investments should allow the company to do some incredible things in the near future.

What is an effect of Twitter's word limit mentioned in the article?

  • It helps people focus on what they want to say.
  • It caused many users to quit Twitter and use other sites.
  • It is something that most users hope will change very soon.
  • It is the same word limit that other social media sites use.

What is the benefit of hashtags?

  • They help users maintain privacy.
  • They help celebrities earn more money.
  • They help people find relevant content more easily.
  • They help sports fans improve their skills.

What does the passage suggest about celebrities?

  • They shouldn't be allowed to use Twitter.
  • Many of them enjoy connecting with their fans.
  • They usually reply to every message they get.
  • Most celebrities don't have Twitter accounts.

The word "appeal" in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to _____.

  • influence
  • statement
  • request
  • attraction

The word "them" in paragraph 3 refers to _____.

  • fans
  • websites
  • celebrities
  • requests

Which of the following is an example of the "darker side" of Twitter?

  • A fan asks a celebrity to do a favour.
  • A celebrity takes a fan to a dance.
  • Someone posts rude insults about another person.
  • Someone closes their account due to a lack of time.

Who would be most interested in the passage?

  • A person who wants to meet others online
  • A person who likes to write long posts on social media
  • A person who is looking to protect their identity on the Internet
  • A person who is dreaming of becoming famous in the future

Read the following advertisement and choose the correct option that best fits each of the blanks.

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🎪 What to Expect:

  • Discover the rich traditions of  communities through music, dance, and art.
  • Meet an Alaskan  and learn about the incredible sled dog racing.
  • Escape the  of modern life and enjoy the calm of coastal living through incredible exhibits.
  • Taste  foods from around the world, from rice to bread and everything in between.
  • Try on a traditional kilt and learn about Scottish heritage.

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Bring your family and friends to this unforgettable event and  the world without leaving your city! 

Make a complete sentence using the given words. Change the form of the words or add other words if necessary.

My new apartment / be / spacious / than / my old one, / but / it / have / better view.

=> My new apartment a better view.

Make a complete sentence using the given words. Change the form of the words or add other words if necessary.

After / walk / three hours, / we / stopped / let / the others / catch / with / us.

=> After walking for with us.

Make a complete sentence using the given words. Change the form of the words or add other words if necessary.

The power / suddenly / go / while / I / watch TV / and / relax / on the couch.

=> The power suddenly on the couch.

Choose the sentence that is closest in meaning to the following sentence.

It is not necessary for you to wear formal clothes to the party this evening.

  • You needn't wear formal clothes to the party this evening.
  • You must wear formal clothes to the party this evening.
  • You would wear formal clothes to the party this evening.
  • You can’t wear formal clothes to the party this evening.

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

A child is influenced as much by his schooling as by his parents.

  • A child's parents have greater influence on him than his schooling.
  • Schooling doesn't influence a child as much as his parents do.
  • A child can influence his parents as much as his schooling.
  • A child's schooling influences him as much as his parents do.

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

He last changed his Facebook profile picture 2 years ago. 

  • He had to change his Facebook profile picture for 2 years.
  • He changed his Facebook profile picture for 2 years.
  • He didn't change his Facebook profile picture 2 years ago.
  • He hasn't change his Facebook profile picture for 2 years.