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THI KHẢO SÁT CHẤT LƯỢNG( LẦN II) Năm học 2014-2015 Môn: Tiếng Anh 12CB Thời gian: 90 phút

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ĐỀ THI GỒM CÓ 80 CÂU(TỪ QUESTION 1 ĐÊN QUESTION 80)

 

Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently.

Question 1:  A. steps   B.tourists  C.symbols  D.banks

Question 2:  A.compete  B. medal  C. intend  D. defend

 

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word that differs from the rest in the position of the main stress in each of the following questions.

Question 3:  A. reduce   B. persuade  C.apply  D.offer

Question 4:  A. occasionally  B. potentially  C.preferentially D.successfully

Question 5:  A. circumstance  B.considerate  C.photographer D.community

 

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer in each of the following questions.

Question 6:  We decided to take a late flight      we could spend more time with our family.

 A. in order to  B. so as to  C. so that  D. in order

Question 7:  He is disappointed not being offered the job, but I think he will          it.

 A. get over  B. take after  C. turn off  D. fill in

Question 8:  Tim________ his hair while I ________ up the kitchen

 A. washed-was cleaned   B. was washing-was cleaning 

 C. was washing-cleaned   D. washed-cleaned

Question 9:  Ben: “        “  - Jane: “never mind”

1. Congratulations! How wonderful!
2. Sorry for staining your carpet. Let me have it cleaned.
3. Thank you for being honest with me.
4. Would you mind going to dinner next Sunday?

Question 10:  Even if you are rich, you should save money for a         day.

 A. foggy  B. windy  C. snowy  D. rainy

Question 11:  Martha, Julia, Mark are 17, 19 and 20 years old          .

 A. separately  B. respectively C. independently  D. respectfully

Question 12:  Working for 12 hours a day ________ her very tired.

 A. makes   B. made  C. make  D. making

Question 13:  : Mr. Smith said he would come but he_________ yet.

 A. did not come B. had not come C. does not come D. has not come

Question 14:        entering the hall, he found everyone waiting for him.

 A. On   B. During  C. With  D. At

Question 15:  Tom. ''Your hairstyle is terrific, Mary" -Mary: “__________________."

 A. I think so     B. Why do you say so?

 C. Sorry, I don't like it   D. Thanks. That's a nice complement

Question 16:  People from different cultures have _________ ideas about love and marriage.

 A. different  B. the same  C. unique  D. solid

Question 17:  We can use _________ and _________ forms of communication to attract one’s attention.

 A. silence / noise  B. verbal / non-verbal C. verb / adverb D. gentle / impolite

Question 18:  : “ Could you turn off the gas stove? The potatoes    for at least thirty minutes.”

 A. boiled  B. were boiling  C. are boiling  D. have been boiling

Question 19:  He applied for a teaching     at Bales University with great confidence.

 A. employment B. work   C. post   D. career

Question 20:  He sacrificed a promising career to look after his handicapped daughter.

  A. gave  B. threw away   C. gave up  D. let it go

Question 21:  While southern California is densely populated,     live in the northern part of the state.

 A. a number people  B. a few of people C. many people D. few people

Question 22:  She had to borrow her sister’s car because hers was       

 A. out of work  B. out of order   C. off work  D. off chance  

Question 23:  The whole operation was a failure. Due to a technical fault in the detonator the bomb didn’t ­              at all.

 A. up   B. go off   C. brust off  D. break off

Question 24:        Serbia defeated Germany surprised everyone.

 A.Whether  B. When   C. Because  D. That

Question 25:        was the tea that we couldn’t drink.

 A. No longer  B. So strong   C. Hardly ever  D. How strong

Question 26:  The more goods we export, the ________ jobs we can create in our country.

 A. more  B. many    C. much  D. good

Question 27:  ." Would you like something else?" -Lan: “__________________."

 A. Yes, I like everything   B. That's all. Thank you

 C. Two, please.   D. No, I wouldn't.

Question 28:  The drug took       , the boy became quieter.

 A. action  B. influence   C. effect  D. force

Question 29:  « The inflation rate in Greece is five times         my country” he said.

 A. as high as that in    B. as much as 

 C. as many as that in     D. more than

Question 30:                       broken several world records in swimming.

 A. She said that she has  B. People say she had

 C. She is said to have  D. It is said to have

 

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 31:  She is a very generous old woman. She has given most of her wealth to a charity organization.

 A. mean   B. hospitable  C. kind   D. amicable

Question 32:  We’d better speed up if we want to get there in time.

 A. lie down   B. turn down  C. slow down  D. put down

Question 33:  Her thoughtless comments made him very angry.

 A. honest   B. kind   C. pleasant  D. thoughtful

 

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST

in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.

Question 34:  : As tourism is more developed, people worry about the damage to the flora and fauna of

the island.

 A. flowers and trees        B. plants and animals 

 C. mountains and forests           D. fruits and vegetables

Question 35:  . Humans depend on species diversity to provide food, clean air and water, and fertile soil for agriculture.

 A. destruction   B. contamination   C. fertilizer    D. variety

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 36:  People say that these villagers are hospitable.

 A. These villagers are not hospitable as they say.

 B. These villagers are said not to be hospitable.

 C. It is said that these villagers are not hospitable.

 D. It is said that these villagers are hospitable.

Question 37:  I have never eaten this kind of fruit before.

 A. I have eaten this kind of fruit for a long time.

 B. This is the first time I have eaten this kind of fruit.

 C. This is the last time I have eaten this kind of fruit.

 D. I last ate this kind of fruit a long time ago.

Question 38:  “I will not leave until I see the manager,” said the customer.

 A. The customer refused to leave until he saw the manager.

 B. The customer decided to leave because he did not see the manager.

 C. The customer said he would leave before he saw the manager.

 D. The customer was persuaded to see the manager before leaving.

Question 39:  Walking on the grass in the park is not permitted.

 A. You can walk on the grass in the park if you want to.

 B. People like walking on the grass in the park.

 C. We must not walk on the grass in the park.

 D. We do not have to walk on the grass in the park.

Question 40:  Both men want to remain silent.

 A. Neither men want to speak. B. Neither man wants to speak.

 C. Either men don't want to speak. D. Either man doesn't want to speak

 

Read the following passage, then choose the correct answer for each of the blanks

The interview is one of the most important (41) _____ in the job search process. When an employer invites you to an interview, he/she is indicating an (42) _____ in yourself. The interview gives both of you the opportunity to (43) _____ enough information to determine if you are a good "fit" for each other. Think of an interview as a highly focused professional conversation. You should (44) _____ the limited amount of time you have learning about the employer's needs and discuss the ways you can meet these needs. In many cases, you will interview at least, twice before being employed for a (45) _____. Once in a brief screening interview and at least once again in a (46) _____ serious meeting when you may also talk to many of your potential coworkers.

A job interview is a strategic conversation with a purpose. Your goal is to show the employer that you have the (47) _____, background, and ability to do the job and that you can successfully fit into the organization. The interview is also your (48) _____ to gather information about the job, the organization, and future career opportunities to figure out if the position and work environment are (49) _____ for you. Most employers do not hire people based on certificates or diplomas alone. Personality, (50) ______, enthusiasm, a positive outlook, and excellent interpersonal and communication skills count heavily in the selection process.

question 41:  A. parts   B. roles   C. fields   D. facts

question 42:  A. interest  B. interesting   C. interested   D. interestingly

question 43:  A. fill   B. change   C. exchange   D. translate

question 44:  A. make   B. spend   C. post   D. apply

question 45:  A. condition  B. location   C. satisfaction   D. position

question 46:  A. most   B. mostly   C. more   D. more than

question 47:  A. skills   B. aspects   C. appearances  D. weaknesses

question 48:  A. fates   B. feasts   C. lucks   D. opportunities

question 49:  A. fit   B. right   C. accurate   D. exact

question 50:  A. confide  B. confidence   C. confident   D. confidently

 

 

 

 

Read the following passage, then choose the correct answer to each of the questions

The system of USA education starts with twelve years of primary and secondary school education which the Americans have to follow. A secondary school ("high school") diploma or certificate is a compulsory requirement for the student to be able to enter college, university, vocational, secretarial or other professional and technical schools. American children who are around six years of age normally begin their learning at a primary school. It takes from five to six years to complete the primary schooling. After finishing the primary schooling, students will have to enter a secondary school where they may spend 6 or 7 year durations consisting of either two three- year programs, or a three-year and a four-year program. Schools at this level·are known as Middle School or Junior High School and High or Senior High School. Completion of this stage is called Twelfth Grade. International students are advised to find out which level of education in their country corresponding to the twelfth grade in the US.A.

After completing the twelfth grade, students are admitted to college or university for higher education. Study at a college or university leading to the Bachelor's Degree is known as "undergraduate" education. Study beyond the Bachelor's Degree is known as "graduate" school, or "postgraduate" education. Advanced or graduate degrees include law, medicine, M.B.A. (Master), and Ph.D. (doctorate) etc.

The USA has the highest number of educational institutions providing higher education than any other country. There are more than 3800 colleges and universities imparting degree programs. The size of US. higher educational institutions varies greatly, too, from colleges that enroll fewer than 1,000 students to large universities that enroll more than 50,000 students.

Question 51: If a US. student wants to enter a vocational school, he/ she must ___________.

 A. have at least 12 years of secondary schooling.

 B. get a high school diploma

 C. complete a senior high school without its certificate.

 D. complete two four- year programs at secondary school.

Question 52: Schools at secondary level consist of ___________.

 A. Middle Schools and High schools.

 B. Middle schools and Junior High schools.

 C. High schools and Senior High schools.

 D. Junior and Senior schools.

Question 53:If you want to study a Master program, you ___________.

 A. must be a undergraduate student.

 B. must get a Bachelor diploma.

 C. must finish 'graduate' program.

 D. must complete a Bachelor program at university.

Question 54: According to the text, which statement below is TRUE?

 A. The USA has the best education in the world.

 B. The number of the US. colleges and universities is higher than any other country.

 C. International students whose level of education corresponds to the 12th grade illthe USA can apply for any programs in a US. university.

 D. International students are advised to apply for a US. high school before for a college.

Question 55:According to the text, the size of an American college ___________.

 A. is much smaller than that of a US. university.

 B. is bigger than that of a US. university.

 C. always has fewer than 1,000 students.

 D. never has more than 1,000 students.

 

Read the following passage, then choose the correct answer to each of the questions

Preparation is a key to a successful interview. Does the idea of going to a job interview make you feel a little nervous? Many people find that it is the hardest part of the employing process. But it is not really true. The more you prepare and practise, the more comfortable you will feel. You should find out as much as possible about the company before you go to the interview. Understand the products that they produce and the services that they provide. It is also good to know who the customers are and who the major competitors are. “Practice makes perfect”. It will also make you feel more confident and relaxed. So, practise your answers to common questions. Make a list of questions to ask, too. Almost all interviewers will ask if you have questions. This is a great opportunity for you to show your keenness, enthusiasm, and knowledge.

Make a great impression. The interview is your chance to show that you are the best person for the job. Your application or résumé has already exhibited that you are qualified. Now it is up to you to show how your skills and experience match this position and this company. The employer will be looking and listening to determine if you are a good fit. He/she will be looking for a number of different qualities, in addition to the skills that you possess. To make the best impression, dress appropriately; express your strengths; arrive early, by about 10-15 minutes; be enthusiastic; shake hands firmly; be an active listener; sit up straight and maintain eye contact; and ask questions

After the interview, follow up with a thank-you note. This is a chance for you to restate your interest and how you can benefit the company. Your best bet is to try to time it so that the note gets there before the hiring: decision is made. You should also follow up with a phone call if you do not hear back from the employer within the specified time.

Question 56:  The pronoun it refers to ________.

 A. the job  B. the interview  C. the interviewer D. the preparation

Question 57:  What does the writer advise you to practice?

 A. Asking and answering questions related to the job.

 B. Making products that the company produces.

 C. Providing services that the company serves.

 D. Meeting some customers and competitors.

Question 58:  Which should not be shown during your interview?

 A. Punctuality   B. A firm hand shaking

 C. Being properly-dressed  D. Weaknesses

Question 59:  You can show your qualifications in the

 A. dressing style and punctuality  B. competing with the competitors

 C. résumé and letter of application  D. eye contact with the interview

Question 60:  Which is not included in the writer's advice?

 A. You should not communicate with the interviewer after the interview.

 B. You 'should make the best impression in the interview.

 C. You should write a note to say thanks to the interviewer after the interview,

 D. You should telephone the interviewer for any information after the interview.

 

Read the following passage on learning by Mazur, James E, and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 71 to 80.

 Learning means acquiring knowledge of developing the ability to perform new behaviors. It is common to think of learning as something that takes place in school, but much of human learning occurs outside the classroom, and people continue to learn throughout their lives.

 Even before they enter school, young children learn to walk, to talk, and to use their hands to manipulate toys, food, and other objects. They use all of their senses to learn about the sights, sounds, tastes, and smells in their environments. They learn how to interact with their parents, siblings, friends, and other people important to their world. When they enter school, children learn basic academic subjects such as reading, writing, and mathematics. They also continue to learn a great deal outside the classroom. They learn which behaviors are likely to be rewarded and which are likely to be punished. They learn social skills for interacting with other children. After they finish school, people must learn to adapt to the many major changes that affect their lives, such as getting married, raising children, and finding and keeping a job.

Because learning continues throughout our lives and affects almost everything we do, the study of learning is important in many different fields. Teachers need to understand the best ways to educate children. Psychologists, social workers, criminologists, and other human-service workers need to understand how certain experiences change people’s behaviors. Employers, politicians, and advertisers make use of the principles of learning to influence the behavior of workers, voters, and consumers.

 Learning is closely related to memory, which is the storage of information in the brain. Psychologists who study memory are interested in how the brain stores knowledge, where this storage takes place, and how the brain later retrieves knowledge when we need it. In contrast, psychologists who study learning are more interested in behavior and how behavior changes as a result of a person’s experiences.

 There are many forms of learning, ranging from simple to complex. Simple forms of learning involve a single stimulus. A stimulus is anything perceptible to the senses, such as a sight, sound, smell, touch, or taste. In a form of learning known as classical conditioning, people learn to associate two stimuli that occur in sequence, such as lightning followed by thunder. In operant conditioning, people learn by forming an association between a behavior and its consequences (reward or punishment). People and animals can also learn by observation – that is, by watching others perform behaviors. More complex forms of learning in clued learning languages, concepts, and motor skills.

(Extracted from Microsoft Student 2009 – DVD Version)

Question 61  : According to the passage, which of the following is learning in broad view comprised of?

A.Knowledge acquisition and ability development

B.Acquisition of academic knowledge

C.Acquisition of social and behavioural skills

D.Knowledge acquisition outside the classroom

Question 62  : According to the passage, what are children NOT usually taught outside the classroom?

1. Interpersonal communication   B. Life skills

C.Literacy and calculation   D. right from wrong

Question 63  : Getting married, raising children, and finding and keeping a job are mentioned in paragraph 2 as examples of ________.

A.The changes to which people have to orient themselves

B.The situations in which people cannot teach themselves

C.The areas of learning which affect people’s lives

D.The ways people’s lives are influenced by education

Question 64  : Which of the following can be inferred about the learning process from the passage?

1. It becomes less challenging and complicated when people grow older.
2. It plays a crucial part in improving the learner’s motivation in school.

C.It takes place more frequently in real life than in academic institutions.

D.It is more interesting and effective in school than that in life.

Question 65  : According to the passage, the study of learning is important in many fields due to ______.

A.The influence of various behaviours in the learning process

B.The great influence of the on-going learning process

3. The exploration of the best teaching methods
4. The need for certain experiences in various areas

Question 66  : It can be inferred from the passage that social workers, employers, and politicians concern themselves with the study of learning because they need to ______.

A.Thoroughly understand the behaviours of the objects of their interest

B.Understand how a stimulus relates to the senses of the objects of their interest

C.Change the behaviours of the objects of their interest towards learning

D.Make the objects of their interest more aware of the importance of learning

Question 67  : The word “retrieves” in paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to ______.

1. Generates  B. creates  C. gains  D. recovers(phục hồi)

Question 68  : Which of the following statements is NOT true according to the passage?

1. Psychologists studying memory are concerned with the brain’s storage of knowledge.

B.Psychologists are all interested in memory as much as behaviours.

C.Psychologists studying learning are interested in human behaviours.

D.Psychologists studying memory are concerned with how the stored knowledge is used.

Question 69  According to the passage, the stimulus in simple forms of learning______.

1. Is created by the senses   B. is associated with natural phenomena
2. Makes associations between behaviours D. bears relation to perception

Question 70  : The passage mainly discusses ______.

A.General principles of learning

B.Application of learning principles to formal education

C.Simple forms of learning

D.Practical examples of learning inside the classroom

 

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the part that needs correction

Question 71:While I was working in the garden yesterday afternoon, my son is playing video games.

            A        B   C      D

Question 72: Rice, which it still forms the staple diet of much of the world’s population, grows best in hot, wet land.                            A                                                                      B                            C                                                   D

Question 73. All of friends were surprising at his success.

    A                B     C           D

Question 74: The Oxford English Dictionary is well known for including many different meanings of

                       A                                                          B                                                              C

words and to give real examples.

                       D

Question 75. Hardly he had got downstairs when the phone stopped ringing.

   A           B             C                                     D

Question 76: When you are writing or speaking English it is important to use language that includes

         A                         B                               C

both men and women equally the same.

             D

Question 77: The more I live with him, the most I love him.

                               A                                 B                C                 D

Question 78: Anyone where works is regarded as a useful member of our society. 

                A        B                                       C                               D

Question 79:       Wealthy people have always desired and wear precious stones because their beauty is lasting.                            A                                                        B                                                                      C                    D

Question 80: Dams are used to control flooding, provided water for irrigation, and generating

   A          B         C

electricity for the surrounding area.

                                             D

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