2 Bộ đề thi học kì I môn Tiếng Anh Lớp 12

ĐỀ LẺ
Choose the word whose underlined part is PRONOUNCED differently from that of the others:
A. schools	B. weekends	C. secrets	D. solutions
Choose the word that has an UNDERLINED part sounded differently from that of the rest
A. company	B. apply	C. society	D. finance
Choose the word that has the main STRESS placed differently from that of the others:
A. compulsory	B. creativity	C. independent	D. academic
A. contrary	B. domestic	C. different	D. terrorist
Choose one correct answer for each question.
Our father suggested ______ to Da Nang for this summer holiday.
A. to going	B. to go	C. go	D. going
During the school year, I am not allowed ________ TV until I have finished my homework.
A. watching	B. watched	C. watch	D. to watch
Kate's clothes are covered in paint. She __________ the house.
A. painted	B. has been painting	C. paints	D. was painting
By this time next year, she __________ in this company for 20 years.
A. will be work	B. has worked	C. will have worked	D. work
Use a pencil to _________ whatever tips you may hear from him.
A. carry out	B. copy out	C. jot down	D. take out
The more powerful weapons are, the more terrible the _______ is.
A. history	B. technology	C. creativity	D. terrorism
The invention of ______ is normally attributed to the German engineer Gottlieb Daimler.
A. an car	B. a car	C. car	D. the car
Mary rarely uses social networks, ______?
A. is she	B. does she	C. doesn't she	D. isn't she
I graduated ______ a small school.
A. from	B. for	C. up	D. with
I haven’t met her for three years.
A. The last time I met her was three years ago.	B. I did not meet her three years ago.
C. It is three years when I will meet her.	D. During three years, I met her once.
Housewives do not have to spend a lot of time doing housework any more.
A. Never have housewives spent as much time doing housework as they do now.
B. Housework will never be done by housewives any more.
C. Housewives have to spend more and more time to do housework.
D. Housewives no longer have to spend a lot of time doing housework.
“Would you like to go to the show with me?” Anna said to Bella.
A. Anna invited Bella to go to the show with her.
B. Anna reminded Bella to go to the show with her.
C. Anna persuaded Bella to go to the show with her.
D. Anna encouraged Bella to go to the show with her.
Ann: “Thank you for a wonderful evening”. Karen: “_________”
A. Cheers	B. You are welcome	C. Thanks a lot	D. Have a good day
Laura is telling Bob about her exam results.
- Laura: "______"- Bob: "That's great. Congratulations!"
A. I'll get the exam results tomorrow.	B. I didn't do well in the exam.
C. I've passed the exam with an A.	D. I hope I'll pass the exam tomorrow.
A: What a lovely hairstyle you have! – B: _________________
A. I know. You’re very polite.	B. OK. I’ve got it
C. It’s nice of you to say so. Thanks a lot	D. That’s right
Choose the word OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word in the following sentence
With price increases on most necessities, many people have to tighten their belt for fear of getting into financial difficulties.
A. dress in loose clothes	 B. save on daily expenses C. put on tighter belts D. spend money freely
Choose the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word in the following sentence
Fifty percent of the men in this town are unemployed.
A. redundant	B. job-sharing	C. out of work	D. occupied
Indentify the one underlined word or phrase that must be changed in order to make the sentence correct:
I'd like to have some informations about the flights to Bangkok tomorrow, please.
	 A	 B	 C	 D
It is the ASEAN Para Games that disabled athletes have an opportunity to have their talents 
	 A	 B	C
and efforts recognized.
	D
We are going to visit our grandparents when we will finish our final exams.
	 A	 B	 C	 D
It concerns many sociologists that inadequate parents skills may lead to an increase in the 
	 A	 B
number of incidents of juvenile delinquency.
	C	D
Read the passage carefully and choose the correct answers.
A letter of application is a sales letter in which you are both salesperson and product, for the purpose of an application is to attract an employer's attention and persuade him or her to grant you an interview. To do this, the letter presents what you can offer the employer, rather than what you want from the job.
Like a résumé, the letter of application is a sample of your work and an opportunity to demonstrate your skills and personality. If it is written with flair and understanding and prepared with professional care, it is likely to be very effective. While the résumé must be factual, objective, and brief, the letter is your chance to interpret and expand. It should state explicitly how your background relates to the specific job, and it should emphasise your strongest and most relevant characteristics. The letter should demonstrate that you know both yourself and the company.
The letter of application must communicate your ambition and enthusiasm. Yet it must be modest. It should be neither aggressive nor compliant: neither pat yourself on the back nor ask for sympathy. It should never express dissatisfaction with the present or former job or employer. And you should avoid discussing your reasons for leaving your last job.
Finally, it is best that you not broach the subject on salary. Indeed, even if a job advertisement requires that you mention your salary requirements, it is advisable simply to call them "negotiable." However, when you go on an interview, you should be prepared to mention a salary range. For this reason, you should investigate both your field and, if possible, the particular company. You don't want to ask for less than you deserve or more than is reasonable.
(Adapted from by Linda Lee and Erik Gundersen) "Select Readings - Intermediate" 
What is the passage mainly about?
A. Tips for writing an effective letter of application 
B. Things to avoid during a job interview
C. Differences between a résumé and a letter of application 
D. Advice on how to find a good job
The word "broach " in paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to ______.
A. understand	B. investigate 	C. introduce 	D. avoid
According to paragraph 1, in a letter of application, the applicant tries to ______.
A. advertise a product to attract more customers	
B. persuade the employer to grant him/her an interview
C. present what he/she wants from the job
D. get further information about the company
According to paragraph 4, in a job interview, the applicant should be ready to ______.
A. accept any salary offered	B. talk about the company's budget
C. negotiate working conditions	D. mention their expected salary range
The word "it" in paragraph 2 refers to ______.
A. the letter of application	B. an opportunity	C. the résumé	D. your work
Read the passage carefully and choose the correct answers.
The relationship between students and teachers is (31) ______ formal in the USA than in many other countries, especially at the college level. American college students do not stand up when their teachers enters the room. Students are generally encouraged to ask questions in class, to stop in the professor's office for extra help, and to phone if they are absent and need a(n) (32) _______. Most teachers allow students to enter the class late or leave early, if necessary. Despite the lack of formality, students are still expected to be polite to their teacher and fellow class-mates. When students want to ask questions, they usually (33) _______ a hand and wait to be called on. When the teacher or a student is speaking, it is rude to begin whispering (34) ________ another class-mate. When a test is being given, talking to a class-mate is not only rude but also risky. Most American teachers consider that students who are talking to each other (35) ________ a test are cheating.
A. a little	B. much	C. most	D. less
A. homework	B. housework	C. assignment	D. information
A. hold	B. raise	C. hang	D. rise
A. with	B. to	C. for	D. at
A. in	B. during	C. while	D. when
WORD FORM
_______________ still believe we can resolve the problem without going to war. (optimistic)
An _______________ is a student in a college or university who has not yet received a degree. (graduate)
He resigned from the company in order to take a more _______________ job. (challenge)
David watched her car until it _______________ from view. (appear)
_______________, she had no idea what was going on. (credible)
REWRITE THE FOLLOWING SENTENCES USING WORDS GIVEN 
I am sorry that I didn’t go to the cinema with Mark.
I wish 
Mr. Long is a doctor. I saw him on TV last night.
Mr. 
They say that three men were arrested after the explosion.
Three men .
I was able to buy the car because Jim lent me the money.
If 
Customers who complain about the service should see the manager.
Customers 
ĐỀ CHẴN
Choose the word whose underlined part is PRONOUNCED DIFFERENTLY from that of the others:
A. missed	B. talked	C. raised	D. watched
A. recommend	B. previous	C. enthusiastic	D. prediction
Choose the word whose STRESS pattern is DIFFERENT from that of the others:
A. creativity	B. independent	C. compulsory	D. academic
A. terrorist	B. domestic	C. different	D. contrary
Choose one correct answer for each question.
Some researchers have just _______ a survey of young people's points of view on contractual marriage.
A. sent 	B. directed 	C. managed 	D. conducted
The manager got his secretary ______ the report for him. 
A. type 	B. typed 	C. to type 	D. typing
Parents often advise their children to study hard in the hope that they will ______ success in the future.
A. gather 	B. collect 	C. master 	D. achieve
He was chosen for the post because of his keenness and ________ of responsibility. 
A. way 	B. sense 	C. form 	D. mean
Someone who is _______ is hopeful about the future or the success of something in particular. 
A. optimistic 	B. stagnant 	C. pessimistic 	D. powerful
I knew they were talking about me ______ they stopped when I entered the room. 
A. therefore 	B. so that 	C. because 	D. despite 
He wants to make a good impression ________ everyone he meets.
A. with 	B. to 	C. on 	D. for
I come from the Seattle area, _______ many successful companies such as Microsoft and Boeing are located.
A. that 	B. where 	C. which 	D. whom
Yesterday we went to the City Museum, _______ I'd never visited before. 
A. where 	B. which 	C. to which 	D. that
The invention of ______ is normally attributed to the German engineer Gottlieb Daimler.
A. a car	B. the car	C. car	D. an car
Hana and Jennifer are talking about the book they have read.
- Hana: “The book is really interesting and educational.”	- Jennifer: “________.”
A. I completely agree. 	B. That's nice of you to say so. 	C. Don't mention it. 	D. I'd love it
Mike and Lane are university students. They are talking about Lane’s upcoming high-school reunion. Select the most suitable response to fill in the blank. 
Mike: “So, you have your fifth high-school reunion coming up?” - Lane: “__________” 
A. Oh, the school reunion was wonderful. 	B. The food at the reunion was excellent. 
C. Yeah. I’m really looking forward to it. 	D. No. You’re in no mood for the event.
Mrs Smith and her students are visiting the zoo. 
Mike: "Can I feed the gorilla, Mrs Smith?" 
Mrs Smith: "__________. The sign says 'No feeding the animals'."
 A. I'm sure about that	 	B. I'm afraid not 	C. Of course you can 	D. I don't think it works
__________ at school yesterday when we were informed that there was no class due to a sudden power cut. 
A. Hardly we had arrived 	B. We have hardly arrived 
C. We had no sooner arrived 	D. Hardly had we arrived
I asked him, "How long are you going to stay?" - I asked him _____________________
A. how long he was going to stay.	B. that how long he was going to stay.
C. how long you were going to stay.	D. how long was he going to stay.
Choose the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word in the following sentence
I'm sure he will be home and dry in the interview because he has good qualifications and wide experience.
A. be unsuccessful	B. be satisfied	C. be successful	D. be unsatisfied
Choose the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word in the following sentence
In the future many large corporations will be wiped out and millions of jobs will be lost.
A. supermarkets	B. services	C. farms	D. companies
School uniform is compulsory in most of Vietnamese schools.
 A. divided 	B. paid 	C. depended 	D. required
Indentify the one underlined word or phrase that must be changed in order to make the sentence correct:
Paris, where I stayed last year, is one of the most populated metropolitan area in Europe.
	A	 B	 C	 D
Because the students showed they had read the materials so thorough, the instructor 
 A	 B	 C
decided not to administer an exam.
	 D
Tests have been performed to determine whether studying TOEFL questions will help students 
 A	 B	 C
rise their test scores.
 D
Read the passage carefully and choose the correct answers
When you (26)_________ a job, one of the most important things is job interview. In order to make a good impression during a job interview, you need to prepare (27)_________ for the interview carefully. 
Punctuation is very necessary. You should arrive in plenty of time (28)_________ you have a little of time to relax and keep calm before the interview. 
You should be well-dressed. You may be asked many things about yourself and especially about the reason why you decide to apply for the job. You can ask the (29)_________ about the salary you expect, the position you are applying and duties you have to do in the job. You also must try to find out as (30)_________ as possible about the company you want to work for.
A. apply for	B. prepare	C. call for	D. relate to
A. your	B. by yourself	C. yourself	D. to yourself
A. because	B. although	C. but	D. so that
A. applicant	B. interviewee	C. interviewer	D. candidate
A. much	B. few	C. many	D. little
Read the passage and choose one correct answer for each question
Most weddings in Japan start with a religious ceremony in which usually only family members attend. Afterwards, a banquet is customarily held to which many people, including friends and colleagues, are invited. To celebrate the happy occasion, guests give the bride and groom goshuugi– gift money in special envelopes. Goshuugi from friends is usually 20,000 yen or 30,000 yen.
A typical Japanese wedding party starts when the bride and groom enter the banquet hall together, and take their seats on a slightly raised platform facing their guests. Invited guests are seated closer to the bride and groom, with family and relatives seated further in back. The bride's and groom's bosses usually give congratulatory speeches then their friends sing in celebration. Other wedding highlights include a candle ceremony where the couple holds a candle while greeting their guests at each table, and the cutting of the wedding cake. Afterwards, the bride and groom thank their parents with a speech, then leave to end the party.
In the past, dishes that supposedly brought good fortune, such as prawns and sea breams, were served in abundance. So much of the food was ordered that guests ended up taking the surplus home. Today, the majority of the weddings serve just enough for everyone. Additionally, before leaving, guests would traditionally receive souvenir gifts called hikidemono.
Many wedding ceremonies take place at wedding halls or hotels. Rough estimates show that it costs about 3 million yen to host a wedding party for 80 guests. During Japan's economic bubble, overseas weddings and flamboyant receptions with special effects, such as smoke machines and having the bride and groom fly in on gondolas, were very popular. But these days, couples choose to tie the knot in various ways, from not having any ceremony to having a modest affair, or still going all out.
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How were the wedding dishes in the past different from those of today?
A. They were less delicious.	B. They were more delicious.
C. They were served in smaller amounts.	D. They were served in larger amounts
According to the passage, goshuugi is ___________. 
A. an important guest 	B. a happy occasion	C. a kind of gift 	D. a type of food
What is the main idea of this passage? 
A. Dishes served at Japan's wedding parties in the past
B. Popular wedding gifts in Japan 
C. Wedding ceremonies in Japan
D. Wedding ceremonies in Japan's economic bubble
The word "their" in paragraph 2 refers to __________. 
A. the friends' 	B. the relatives'	C. the parents' 	D. the couple's
According to paragraph 2, which of the following do the bride and groom do at their wedding party? 
A. They give a speech to thank their bosses..	 B. They hold a candle and sing incelebration.
C. They deliver a speech to thank their parents	 D. They sit on a platform at the back of the stage. 
Complete the sentences with the appropriate forms of the words in parentheses
He filled in an _______________ form for the position of clerk. (apply)
We were _______________ aware of the danger. (keen)
Over 600 workers were made _______________ redudant. (compulsory)
Many nations cooperate in the flight against ______________. (terorist)
They emphasized that their equipment was for _______________ and not military purposes. (peace)
Do as directed.
People know that the expedition reached the South Pole in May. (Use passive form)
The expedition 
The envelope which lies on the table has not stamp on it. (Replace the relative clause by a phrase)
It rained all the time. Perhaps that’s why he didn’t enjoy his visit.
If 
The children are taken home by bus. Their parents work on a night shift. (Use relative clause to combine two sentences)
The children ...
These problems occurred because everyone didn’t arrive on time.
Had