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THI THỬ CÙNG CHUYÊN KHTN HÀ NỘI Đề chính thức ĐỀ THI THỬ MÔN TIẾNG ANH - ĐỀ SỐ 03 Thời gian làm bài: 90 phút (không kể thời gian đọc đề) Câu 1 (1 điểm) Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions. think that three thank Câu 2 (1 điểm) Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions. decided hatred sacred warned Câu 3 (1 điểm) Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of the primary stress in each of the following questions. disappearance expectation intensity scientific Câu 4 (1 điểm) Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of the primary stress in each of the following questions. behind under above toward Câu 5 (1 điểm) Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of the primary stress in each of the following questions. discover activate terrify normally Câu 6 (1 điểm) She had changed so much that _____ anyone recognized her. almost not nearly hardly Câu 7 (1 điểm) Many scientists are sure there is _____ on other planets. people creature life existence Câu 8 (1 điểm) If you _____ to my advice in the first place, you wouldn’t be in this mess now. listen had listened will listen listened Câu 9 (1 điểm) I don’t think he will ever get _____ the shock of his father’s death. by off over through Câu 10 (1 điểm) We have decided to _____ money for the local secondary school. beg ask raise rise Câu 11 (1 điểm) He was _____ speaker. so a good such good a so good a such good Câu 12 (1 điểm) She didn’t get _____ well with her boss, so she left the company. at through up on Câu 13 (1 điểm) I’d rather you _____ smoke in here. don’t shouldn’t didn’t not Câu 14 (1 điểm) Don’t phone me between 8.00 and 9.00. I shall _____ then. study be studying be studied have studied Câu 15 (1 điểm) Many animals are ……………for their fur and other valuable parts of their bodies. hunted chased run after followed Câu 16 (1 điểm) I’m sorry I haven’t got any money. I’ve………….my wallet at home. missed left let forgotten Câu 17 (1 điểm) Some of my friends are…………….reporters. newspapers’ newspaper’s newspapers newspaper Câu 18 (1 điểm) The government is expected to….………steps against the unemployment. use make take apply Câu 19 (1 điểm) Mr. Dawson was given the award in…………….of her services to the hospital. spite charge recognition sight Câu 20 (1 điểm) ……………of all the staff, I would like to wish you a happy retirement. Instead In place On behalf On account Câu 21 (1 điểm) Just keep………………on the baby while I cook the supper, will you? a look a glance an eye a care Câu 22 (1 điểm) Where can I get a good rate of ________ for my money ? deposit interest capital credit Câu 23 (1 điểm) I’d rather you ________ for me here. wait to wait waiting waited Câu 24 (1 điểm) When we arrived in Paris, it was _________ down with rain. falling running dropping pouring Câu 25 (1 điểm) I _____________ at the meeting, the others didn’t come. turned in turned up turned down turned on Câu 26 (1 điểm) Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) SIMILAR in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions. The policy of separation of church and state has limited direct government support of private schools in the United States. restricted reversed demanded imposed Câu 27 (1 điểm) Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) SIMILAR in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions. In the twentieth century, drugs markedly improved health throughout the world. recently consistently supposedly noticeably Câu 28 (1 điểm) Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) SIMILAR in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions. Bone and ivory are light, strong, and accessible materials for Inuit artists. available beautiful economical natural Câu 29 (1 điểm) Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) SIMILAR in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions. Ants follow scent trails so precisely that they can locate their nests without hesitation . build find clean fill Câu 30 (1 điểm) Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) SIMILAR in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions. In the first decade of the 20th century, the individual gene could not be seen, but could be worked with fruitfully. blindly completely productively carefully Câu 31 (1 điểm) Mark the letter A, B C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions. With the adventure of power-driven machinery, home industry began to give way to A B C production in mills and factories. D A B C D Câu 32 (1 điểm) Mark the letter A, B C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions. One of the keys to the survival of animals is its ability to adapt to changes in the A B C D environment. A B C D Câu 33 (1 điểm) Mark the letter A, B C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions. Among the favourite attractions at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC A B they are the films presented on the five-storey-tall screen. C D A B C D Câu 34 (1 điểm) Mark the letter A, B C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions. The chemical composition and crystal structure of a mineral can only determine in A B C a laboratory. D A B C D Câu 35 (1 điểm) Mark the letter A, B C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions. Since 1780, when the country's first hat factory established in Danbury, Connecticut, the A B town has been a centre for hat manufacturing in the United States. C D A B C D Câu 36 (1 điểm) Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks. Ever since humans have inhabited the earth, they have made (36)_____ of various forms of communication. Generally, this expression of thoughts and feelings has been in the form of oral (37)_____. When there is a language (38)_____, communication is accomplished through sign language in which motions (39)_____ for letters, words, and ideas. Tourists, the deaf, and the mute have had to (40)____ to this form of expression. Many of these symbols of whole words are very picturesque and exact and can be used internationally; spelling, however, cannot. Body language (41)_____ ideas or thoughts by certain actions, either intentionally or unintentionally. A wink can be a way of flirting or indicating that the party is only joking. A nod (42)____ approval, while shaking the head (43)____ a negative reaction. Other forms of nonlinguistic language can be (44)____ in Braille (a system of raised dots read with the fingertips), signal flags, Morse code, and smoke signals. Road maps and picture signs also guide, warn, and instruct people. (45)_____ verbalization is the most common form of language, other systems and techniques also express human thoughts and feelings. (36) usage use employment utility Câu 37 (1 điểm) Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks. Ever since humans have inhabited the earth, they have made (36)_____ of various forms of communication. Generally, this expression of thoughts and feelings has been in the form of oral (37)_____. When there is a language (38)_____, communication is accomplished through sign language in which motions (39)_____ for letters, words, and ideas. Tourists, the deaf, and the mute have had to (40)____ to this form of expression. Many of these symbols of whole words are very picturesque and exact and can be used internationally; spelling, however, cannot. Body language (41)_____ ideas or thoughts by certain actions, either intentionally or unintentionally. A wink can be a way of flirting or indicating that the party is only joking. A nod (42)____ approval, while shaking the head (43)____ a negative reaction. Other forms of nonlinguistic language can be (44)____ in Braille (a system of raised dots read with the fingertips), signal flags, Morse code, and smoke signals. Road maps and picture signs also guide, warn, and instruct people. (45)_____ verbalization is the most common form of language, other systems and techniques also express human thoughts and feelings. (37) speech address utterance claims Câu 38 (1 điểm) Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks. Ever since humans have inhabited the earth, they have made (36)_____ of various forms of communication. Generally, this expression of thoughts and feelings has been in the form of oral (37)_____. When there is a language (38)_____, communication is accomplished through sign language in which motions (39)_____ for letters, words, and ideas. Tourists, the deaf, and the mute have had to (40)____ to this form of expression. Many of these symbols of whole words are very picturesque and exact and can be used internationally; spelling, however, cannot. Body language (41)_____ ideas or thoughts by certain actions, either intentionally or unintentionally. A wink can be a way of flirting or indicating that the party is only joking. A nod (42)____ approval, while shaking the head (43)____ a negative reaction. Other forms of nonlinguistic language can be (44)____ in Braille (a system of raised dots read with the fingertips), signal flags, Morse code, and smoke signals. Road maps and picture signs also guide, warn, and instruct people. (45)_____ verbalization is the most common form of language, other systems and techniques also express human thoughts and feelings. (38) separation obstacles divisions barrier Câu 39 (1 điểm) Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks. Ever since humans have inhabited the earth, they have made (36)_____ of various forms of communication. Generally, this expression of thoughts and feelings has been in the form of oral (37)_____. When there is a language (38)_____, communication is accomplished through sign language in which motions (39)_____ for letters, words, and ideas. Tourists, the deaf, and the mute have had to (40)____ to this form of expression. Many of these symbols of whole words are very picturesque and exact and can be used internationally; spelling, however, cannot. Body language (41)_____ ideas or thoughts by certain actions, either intentionally or unintentionally. A wink can be a way of flirting or indicating that the party is only joking. A nod (42)____ approval, while shaking the head (43)____ a negative reaction. Other forms of nonlinguistic language can be (44)____ in Braille (a system of raised dots read with the fingertips), signal flags, Morse code, and smoke signals. Road maps and picture signs also guide, warn, and instruct people. (45)_____ verbalization is the most common form of language, other systems and techniques also express human thoughts and feelings. (39) point stand imply signify Câu 40 (1 điểm) Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks. Ever since humans have inhabited the earth, they have made (36)_____ of various forms of communication. Generally, this expression of thoughts and feelings has been in the form of oral (37)_____. When there is a language (38)_____, communication is accomplished through sign language in which motions (39)_____ for letters, words, and ideas. Tourists, the deaf, and the mute have had to (40)____ to this form of expression. Many of these symbols of whole words are very picturesque and exact and can be used internationally; spelling, however, cannot. Body language (41)_____ ideas or thoughts by certain actions, either intentionally or unintentionally. A wink can be a way of flirting or indicating that the party is only joking. A nod (42)____ approval, while shaking the head (43)____ a negative reaction. Other forms of nonlinguistic language can be (44)____ in Braille (a system of raised dots read with the fingertips), signal flags, Morse code, and smoke signals. Road maps and picture signs also guide, warn, and instruct people. (45)_____ verbalization is the most common form of language, other systems and techniques also express human thoughts and feelings. (40) refer rotate resort revolve Câu 41 (1 điểm) Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks. Ever since humans have inhabited the earth, they have made (36)_____ of various forms of communication. Generally, this expression of thoughts and feelings has been in the form of oral (37)_____. When there is a language (38)_____, communication is accomplished through sign language in which motions (39)_____ for letters, words, and ideas. Tourists, the deaf, and the mute have had to (40)____ to this form of expression. Many of these symbols of whole words are very picturesque and exact and can be used internationally; spelling, however, cannot. Body language (41)_____ ideas or thoughts by certain actions, either intentionally or unintentionally. A wink can be a way of flirting or indicating that the party is only joking. A nod (42)____ approval, while shaking the head (43)____ a negative reaction. Other forms of nonlinguistic language can be (44)____ in Braille (a system of raised dots read with the fingertips), signal flags, Morse code, and smoke signals. Road maps and picture signs also guide, warn, and instruct people. (45)_____ verbalization is the most common form of language, other systems and techniques also express human thoughts and feelings. (41) transmits progresses remits emits Câu 42 (1 điểm) Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks. Ever since humans have inhabited the earth, they have made (36)_____ of various forms of communication. Generally, this expression of thoughts and feelings has been in the form of oral (37)_____. When there is a language (38)_____, communication is accomplished through sign language in which motions (39)_____ for letters, words, and ideas. Tourists, the deaf, and the mute have had to (40)____ to this form of expression. Many of these symbols of whole words are very picturesque and exact and can be used internationally; spelling, however, cannot. Body language (41)_____ ideas or thoughts by certain actions, either intentionally or unintentionally. A wink can be a way of flirting or indicating that the party is only joking. A nod (42)____ approval, while shaking the head (43)____ a negative reaction. Other forms of nonlinguistic language can be (44)____ in Braille (a system of raised dots read with the fingertips), signal flags, Morse code, and smoke signals. Road maps and picture signs also guide, warn, and instruct people. (45)_____ verbalization is the most common form of language, other systems and techniques also express human thoughts and feelings. (42) registers signs signifies presents Câu 43 (1 điểm) Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks. Ever since humans have inhabited the earth, they have made (36)_____ of various forms of communication. Generally, this expression of thoughts and feelings has been in the form of oral (37)_____. When there is a language (38)_____, communication is accomplished through sign language in which motions (39)_____ for letters, words, and ideas. Tourists, the deaf, and the mute have had to (40)____ to this form of expression. Many of these symbols of whole words are very picturesque and exact and can be used internationally; spelling, however, cannot. Body language (41)_____ ideas or thoughts by certain actions, either intentionally or unintentionally. A wink can be a way of flirting or indicating that the party is only joking. A nod (42)____ approval, while shaking the head (43)____ a negative reaction. Other forms of nonlinguistic language can be (44)____ in Braille (a system of raised dots read with the fingertips), signal flags, Morse code, and smoke signals. Road maps and picture signs also guide, warn, and instruct people. (45)_____ verbalization is the most common form of language, other systems and techniques also express human thoughts and feelings. (43) predicates indicates abdicates implicates Câu 44 (1 điểm) Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks. Ever since humans have inhabited the earth, they have made (36)_____ of various forms of communication. Generally, this expression of thoughts and feelings has been in the form of oral (37)_____. When there is a language (38)_____, communication is accomplished through sign language in which motions (39)_____ for letters, words, and ideas. Tourists, the deaf, and the mute have had to (40)____ to this form of expression. Many of these symbols of whole words are very picturesque and exact and can be used internationally; spelling, however, cannot. Body language (41)_____ ideas or thoughts by certain actions, either intentionally or unintentionally. A wink can be a way of flirting or indicating that the party is only joking. A nod (42)____ approval, while shaking the head (43)____ a negative reaction. Other forms of nonlinguistic language can be (44)____ in Braille (a system of raised dots read with the fingertips), signal flags, Morse code, and smoke signals. Road maps and picture signs also guide, warn, and instruct people. (45)_____ verbalization is the most common form of language, other systems and techniques also express human thoughts and feelings. (44) traced trailed explored found Câu 45 (1 điểm) Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks. Ever since humans have inhabited the earth, they have made (36)_____ of various forms of communication. Generally, this expression of thoughts and feelings has been in the form of oral (37)_____. When there is a language (38)_____, communication is accomplished through sign language in which motions (39)_____ for letters, words, and ideas. Tourists, the deaf, and the mute have had to (40)____ to this form of expression. Many of these symbols of whole words are very picturesque and exact and can be used internationally; spelling, however, cannot. Body language (41)_____ ideas or thoughts by certain actions, either intentionally or unintentionally. A wink can be a way of flirting or indicating that the party is only joking. A nod (42)____ approval, while shaking the head (43)____ a negative reaction. Other forms of nonlinguistic language can be (44)____ in Braille (a system of raised dots read with the fingertips), signal flags, Morse code, and smoke signals. Road maps and picture signs also guide, warn, and instruct people. (45)_____ verbalization is the most common form of language, other systems and techniques also express human thoughts and feelings. (45) While As Because Until Câu 46 (1 điểm) Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 46 to 55. In this era of increased global warming and diminishing fossil fuel supplies, we must begin to put a greater priority on harnessing alternative energy sources. Fortunately, there are a number of readily available, renewable resources that are both cost-effective and earth-friendly. Two such resources are solar power and geothermal power. Solar energy, which reaches the earth through sunlight, is so abundant that it could meet the needs of worldwide energy consumption 6,000 times over. And solar energy is easily harnessed through the use of photovoltaic cells that convert sunlight to electricity. In the US alone, more than 100,000 homes are equipped with solar electric systems in the form of solar panels or solar roof tiles. And in other parts of the world, including many developing countries, the use of solar system is growing steadily. Another alternative energy source, which is abundant in specific geographical areas, is geothermal power, which creates energy by tapping heat from below the surface of the earth. Hot water and steam that are trapped in underground pools are pumped to the surface and used to run a generator, which produces electricity. Geothermal energy is 50,000 times more abundant than the entire known supply of fossil fuel resources and as with solar power, the technology needed to utilize geothermal energy is fairly simple. A prime example of effective geothermal use is in Iceland, a region of high geothermal activity where over 80 percent of private homes are heated by geothermal power. Solar and geothermal energy are just two of the promising renewable alternatives to conventional energy sources. The time is long overdue to invest in the development and use of alternative energy on global scale. 46. What is the main topic of this passage? The benefits of solar and wind power over conventional energy sources. Two types of alternative energy sources that should be further utilized. How energy resources are tapped from nature. Examples of the use of energy sources worldwide. Câu 47 (1 điểm) Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 46 to 55. In this era of increased global warming and diminishing fossil fuel supplies, we must begin to put a greater priority on harnessing alternative energy sources. Fortunately, there are a number of readily available, renewable resources that are both cost-effective and earth-friendly. Two such resources are solar power and geothermal power. Solar energy, which reaches the earth through sunlight, is so abundant that it could meet the needs of worldwide energy consumption 6,000 times over. And solar energy is easily harnessed through the use of photovoltaic cells that convert sunlight to electricity. In the US alone, more than 100,000 homes are equipped with solar electric systems in the form of solar panels or solar roof tiles. And in other parts of the world, including many developing countries, the use of solar system is growing steadily. Another alternative energy source, which is abundant in specific geographical areas, is geothermal power, which creates energy by tapping heat from below the surface of the earth. Hot water and steam that are trapped in underground pools are pumped to the surface and used to run a generator, which produces electricity. Geothermal energy is 50,000 times more abundant than the entire known supply of fossil fuel resources and as with solar power, the technology needed to utilize geothermal energy is fairly simple. A prime example of effective geothermal use is in Iceland, a region of high geothermal activity where over 80 percent of private homes are heated by geothermal power. Solar and geothermal energy are just two of the promising renewable alternatives to conventional energy sources. The time is long overdue to invest in the development and use of alternative energy on global scale. 47. According to the passage, why should we consider using alternative energy sources? Because fossil fuels are no longer available. Because global warming has increased the amount of sunlight that reaches the earth. Because they are free and available worldwide. Because conventional energy resources are being depleted, and they cause environmental damage. Câu 48 (1 điểm) Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 46 to 55. In this era of increased global warming and diminishing fossil fuel supplies, we must begin to put a greater priority on harnessing alternative energy sources. Fortunately, there are a number of readily available, renewable resources that are both cost-effective and earth-friendly. Two such resources are solar power and geothermal power. Solar energy, which reaches the earth through sunlight, is so abundant that it could meet the needs of worldwide energy consumption 6,000 times over. And solar energy is easily harnessed through the use of photovoltaic cells that convert sunlight to electricity. In the US alone, more than 100,000 homes are equipped with solar electric systems in the form of solar panels or solar roof tiles. And in other parts of the world, including many developing countries, the use of solar system is growing steadily. Another alternative energy source, which is abundant in specific geographical areas, is geothermal power, which creates energy by tapping heat from below the surface of the earth. Hot water and steam that are trapped in underground pools are pumped to the surface and used to run a generator, which produces electricity. Geothermal energy is 50,000 times more abundant than the entire known supply of fossil fuel resources and as with solar power, the technology needed to utilize geothermal energy is fairly simple. A prime example of effective geothermal use is in Iceland, a region of high geothermal activity where over 80 percent of private homes are heated by geothermal power. Solar and geothermal energy are just two of the promising renewable alternatives to conventional energy sources. The time is long overdue to invest in the development and use of alternative energy on global scale. 48. Which of the following words could best replace the word “harnessing”? Capturing Harassing Depleting Exporting Câu 49 (1 điểm) Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 46 to 55. In this era of increased global warming and diminishing fossil fuel supplies, we must begin to put a greater priority on harnessing alternative energy sources. Fortunately, there are a number of readily available, renewable resources that are both cost-effective and earth-friendly. Two such resources are solar power and geothermal power. Solar energy, which reaches the earth through sunlight, is so abundant that it could meet the needs of worldwide energy consumption 6,000 times over. And solar energy is easily harnessed through the use of photovoltaic cells that convert sunlight to electricity. In the US alone, more than 100,000 homes are equipped with solar electric systems in the form of solar panels or solar roof tiles. And in other parts of the world, including many developing countries, the use of solar system is growing steadily. Another alternative energy source, which is abundant in specific geographical areas, is geothermal power, which creates energy by tapping heat from below the surface of the earth. Hot water and steam that are trapped in underground pools are pumped to the surface and used to run a generator, which produces electricity. Geothermal energy is 50,000 times more abundant than the entire known supply of fossil fuel resources and as with solar power, the technology needed to utilize geothermal energy is fairly simple. A prime example of effective geothermal use is in Iceland, a region of high geothermal activity where over 80 percent of private homes are heated by geothermal power. Solar and geothermal energy are just two of the promising renewable alternatives to conventional energy sources. The time is long overdue to invest in the development and use of alternative energy on global scale. 49. According to the passage, what can be inferred about solar roof tiles? They are being used in many undeveloped countries. They can convert geothermal energy to electricity. They are more expensive than solar panels. They contain photovoltaic cells. Câu 50 (1 điểm) Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 46 to 55. In this era of increased global warming and diminishing fossil fuel supplies, we must begin to put a greater priority on harnessing alternative energy sources. Fortunately, there are a number of readily available, renewable resources that are both cost-effective and earth-friendly. Two such resources are solar power and geothermal power. Solar energy, which reaches the earth through sunlight, is so abundant that it could meet the needs of worldwide energy consumption 6,000 times over. And solar energy is easily harnessed through the use of photovoltaic cells that convert sunlight to electricity. In the US alone, more than 100,000 homes are equipped with solar electric systems in the form of solar panels or solar roof tiles. And in other parts of the world, including many developing countries, the use of solar system is growing steadily. Another alternative energy source, which is abundant in specific geographical areas, is geothermal power, which creates energy by tapping heat from below the surface of the earth. Hot water and steam that are trapped in underground pools are pumped to the surface and used to run a generator, which produces electricity. Geothermal energy is 50,000 times more abundant than the entire known supply of fossil fuel resources and as with solar power, the technology needed to utilize geothermal energy is fairly simple. A prime example of effective geothermal use is in Iceland, a region of high geothermal activity where over 80 percent of private homes are heated by geothermal power. Solar and geothermal energy are just two of the promising renewable alternatives to conventional energy sources. The time is long overdue to invest in the development and use of alternative energy on global scale. 50. According to the passage, how is solar energy production similar to geothermal energy production? They both require the use of a generator. They both use heat from the earth’s surface. They both require fairly simple technology. They are both conventional and costly. Câu 51 (1 điểm) Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 46 to 55. In this era of increased global warming and diminishing fossil fuel supplies, we must begin to put a greater priority on harnessing alternative energy sources. Fortunately, there are a number of readily available, renewable resources that are both cost-effective and earth-friendly. Two such resources are solar power and geothermal power. Solar energy, which reaches the earth through sunlight, is so abundant that it could meet the needs of worldwide energy consumption 6,000 times over. And solar energy is easily harnessed through the use of photovoltaic cells that convert sunlight to electricity. In the US alone, more than 100,000 homes are equipped with solar electric systems in the form of solar panels or solar roof tiles. And in other parts of the world, including many developing countries, the use of solar system is growing steadily. Another alternative energy source, which is abundant in specific geographical areas, is geothermal power, which creates energy by tapping heat from below the surface of the earth. Hot water and steam that are trapped in underground pools are pumped to the surface and used to run a generator, which produces electricity. Geothermal energy is 50,000 times more abundant than the entire known supply of fossil fuel resources and as with solar power, the technology needed to utilize geothermal energy is fairly simple. A prime example of effective geothermal use is in Iceland, a region of high geothermal activity where over 80 percent of private homes are heated by geothermal power. Solar and geothermal energy are just two of the promising renewable alternatives to conventional energy sources. The time is long overdue to invest in the development and use of alternative energy on global scale. 51. Where is the best place in the passage to insert the following sentence? “Although the US is not utilizing geothermal resources to this extent, the Western US has a similar capacity to generate geothermal power” after the phrase “earth-friendly” after the phrase “growing steadily” after the phrase “geothermal power” after the phrase “global scale” Câu 52 (1 điểm) Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 46 to 55. In this era of increased global warming and diminishing fossil fuel supplies, we must begin to put a greater priority on harnessing alternative energy sources. Fortunately, there are a number of readily available, renewable resources that are both cost-effective and earth-friendly. Two such resources are solar power and geothermal power. Solar energy, which reaches the earth through sunlight, is so abundant that it could meet the needs of worldwide energy consumption 6,000 times over. And solar energy is easily harnessed through the use of photovoltaic cells that convert sunlight to electricity. In the US alone, more than 100,000 homes are equipped with solar electric systems in the form of solar panels or solar roof tiles. And in other parts of the world, including many developing countries, the use of solar system is growing steadily. Another alternative energy source, which is abundant in specific geographical areas, is geothermal power, which creates energy by tapping heat from below the surface of the earth. Hot water and steam that are trapped in underground pools are pumped to the surface and used to run a generator, which produces electricity. Geothermal energy is 50,000 times more abundant than the entire known supply of fossil fuel resources and as with solar power, the technology needed to utilize geothermal energy is fairly simple. A prime example of effective geothermal use is in Iceland, a region of high geothermal activity where over 80 percent of private homes are heated by geothermal power. Solar and geothermal energy are just two of the promising renewable alternatives to conventional energy sources. The time is long overdue to invest in the development and use of alternative energy on global scale. 52. According to the passage, which of the following is true about solar power? There is very little of it available in Iceland. It is being used in 100,000 private homes worldwide. It is 6,000 times more powerful than energy from fossil fuels. There is enough of it to far exceed the energy needs of the world. Câu 53 (1 điểm) In this era of increased global warming and diminishing fossil fuel supplies, we must begin to put a greater priority on harnessing alternative energy sources. Fortunately, there are a number of readily available, renewable resources that are both cost-effective and earth-friendly. Two such resources are solar power and geothermal power. Solar energy, which reaches the earth through sunlight, is so abundant that it could meet the needs of worldwide energy consumption 6,000 times over. And solar energy is easily harnessed through the use of photovoltaic cells that convert sunlight to electricity. In the US alone, more than 100,000 homes are equipped with solar electric systems in the form of solar panels or solar roof tiles. And in other parts of the world, including many developing countries, the use of solar system is growing steadily. Another alternative energy source, which is abundant in specific geographical areas, is geothermal power, which creates energy by tapping heat from below the surface of the earth. Hot water and steam that are trapped in underground pools are pumped to the surface and used to run a generator, which produces electricity. Geothermal energy is 50,000 times more abundant than the entire known supply of fossil fuel resources and as with solar power, the technology needed to utilize geothermal energy is fairly simple. A prime example of effective geothermal use is in Iceland, a region of high geothermal activity where over 80 percent of private homes are heated by geothermal power. Solar and geothermal energy are just two of the promising renewable alternatives to conventional energy sources. The time is long overdue to invest in the development and use of alternative energy on global scale. 53. What can be inferred about the use of geothermal energy in Iceland? It is widely used form of energy for heating homes. Twenty percent of the geothermal energy created is used to heat businesses. It is not effective for use in private homes. It is 80 times more effective than traditional forms of energy. Câu 54 (1 điểm) Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 46 to 55. In this era of increased global warming and diminishing fossil fuel supplies, we must begin to put a greater priority on harnessing alternative energy sources. Fortunately, there are a number of readily available, renewable resources that are both cost-effective and earth-friendly. Two such resources are solar power and geothermal power. Solar energy, which reaches the earth through sunlight, is so abundant that it could meet the needs of worldwide energy consumption 6,000 times over. And solar energy is easily harnessed through the use of photovoltaic cells that convert sunlight to electricity. In the US alone, more than 100,000 homes are equipped with solar electric systems in the form of solar panels or solar roof tiles. And in other parts of the world, including many developing countries, the use of solar system is growing steadily. Another alternative energy source, which is abundant in specific geographical areas, is geothermal power, which creates energy by tapping heat from below the surface of the earth. Hot water and steam that are trapped in underground pools are pumped to the surface and used to run a generator, which produces electricity. Geothermal energy is 50,000 times more abundant than the entire known supply of fossil fuel resources and as with solar power, the technology needed to utilize geothermal energy is fairly simple. A prime example of effective geothermal use is in Iceland, a region of high geothermal activity where over 80 percent of private homes are heated by geothermal power. Solar and geothermal energy are just two of the promising renewable alternatives to conventional energy sources. The time is long overdue to invest in the development and use of alternative energy on global scale. 54. What does the author imply about alternative energy sources? Many different types of alternative energy sources exist. Most alternative energy sources are too impractical for private use. Alternative energy is too expensive for developing countries to produce. Solar and geothermal energy are the effective forms of alternative power. Câu 55 (1 điểm) Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 46 to 55. In this era of increased global warming and diminishing fossil fuel supplies, we must begin to put a greater priority on harnessing alternative energy sources. Fortunately, there are a number of readily available, renewable resources that are both cost-effective and earth-friendly. Two such resources are solar power and geothermal power. Solar energy, which reaches the earth through sunlight, is so abundant that it could meet the needs of worldwide energy consumption 6,000 times over. And solar energy is easily harnessed through the use of photovoltaic cells that convert sunlight to electricity. In the US alone, more than 100,000 homes are equipped with solar electric systems in the form of solar panels or solar roof tiles. And in other parts of the world, including many developing countries, the use of solar system is growing steadily. Another alternative energy source, which is abundant in specific geographical areas, is geothermal power, which creates energy by tapping heat from below the surface of the earth. Hot water and steam that are trapped in underground pools are pumped to the surface and used to run a generator, which produces electricity. Geothermal energy is 50,000 times more abundant than the entire known supply of fossil fuel resources and as with solar power, the technology needed to utilize geothermal energy is fairly simple. A prime example of effective geothermal use is in Iceland, a region of high geothermal activity where over 80 percent of private homes are heated by geothermal power. Solar and geothermal energy are just two of the promising renewable alternatives to conventional energy sources. The time is long overdue to invest in the development and use of alternative energy on global scale. 55. What best describes the author’s purpose in writing the passage? To warn people about the hazards of fossil fuel use. To convince people of the benefits of developing alternative energy sources. To describe the advantages and disadvantages of alternative energy use. To outline the problems and solutions connected with global warming. Câu 56 (1 điểm) Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 56 to 65. Lighthouses are towers with strong lights that help mariners plot their position, inform them that land is near, and warn them of dangerous rocks and reefs. They are placed at prominentpoints on the coast and on islands, reefs, and sandbars. Every lighthouse has a distinctive pattern of light known as its characteristic. There are five basic characteristics: fixed, flashing, occulting, group flashing, and group occulting. A fixed signal is a steady beam. A flashing signal has periods of darkness longer than periods of light, while an occulting signal’s periods of light are longer. A group- flashing light gives off two or more flashes at regular intervals, and a group – occulting signal consists of a fixed light with two or more periods of darkness at regular intervals. Some lighthouses use lights of different colors as well, and today, most lighthouses are also equipped with radio beacons. The three types of apparatus used to produce the signals are the catoptric, in which metal is used to reflect the light; the dioptric, in which glass is used; and the catadioptric, in which both glass and metal are used.