SỞ GD & ĐT THANH HÓA ĐỀ THI KSCL VÀ CHỌN ĐỘI TUYỂN HSG LẦN 2

TRƯỜNG THPT YÊN ĐỊNH 2 NĂM HỌC 2024 – 2025

Môn: Tiếng Anh –Lớp : 12
Đề chính thức Thời gian: 90 phút (Không kể thời gian giao đề)
Gồm có 07 trang
Mã đề 401

SECTION A: MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS (70 points)

HƯỚNG DẪN PHẦN THI NGHE HIỂU

 Bài nghe gồm 3 phần, mỗi phần được nghe 2 lần, mỗi lần cách nhau 20 giây, mở đầu và kết thúc
mỗi phần nghe có tín hiệu.
 Mở đầu và kết thúc bài nghe có tín hiệu nhạc. Thí sinh có 3 phút để hoàn chỉnh bài sau khi kết thúc
3 phần nghe.
 Mọi hướng dẫn cho thí sinh (bằng tiếng Anh) đã có trong bài nghe.
PART 1. LISTENING

TEST 1 Listen to the recording twice then choose A, B or C to best answer the questions.
Question 1: What is implied about Black Rock Caves' historical significance?
A. They were used for religious ceremonies
B. They were once a habitat for tigers and humans
C. They were discovered less than a century ago
D. They were initially built by ancient civilizations
Question 2: Why might some visitors choose to avoid the August evening tours of Black Rock Caves?
A. The tour takes place during dangerous weather
B. The caves become overcrowded at night
C. The tour involves being in complete darkness
D. Flashlights are prohibited on the tour
Question 3: Why is the kitchen in Salter House considered as a major draw?
A. It was used to host formal dinners
B. It was the location where Aunt Dorothy cooked her enormous meals and gave advice to
C. It contains modern appliances from the 1980s
D. It has rare paintings from the 18th century
Question 4: What is suggested about the old port experience?
A. It primarily focuses on the industrial development of the area
B. It grants visitors the opportunity to take part in a tram excursion to a fishing village.
C. It allows visitors to participate in actual fishing activities
D. It includes an educational tour about modern port technologies
Question 5: What is a unique aspect of the village factory tour?
A. Visitors can participate in making sweets from the past
B. It showcases modern candy-making techniques
C. It allows visitors to buy handcrafted candies made on-site
D. It demonstrates how people made sweets in the past , and they can taste them

TEST 2
you will hear someone talking to a groups of students about a visit to an Arts Centre. Listen and choose
the best option A, B, C or D. (5pts)
Question 6: There are still tickets for _____
A. the piano concert B. The Wild Duck C. The Twelfth D. Spider and Rose
Question 7: Why will the coach leave?
A. They don’t want to miss the show B. They want free time at the Arts Centre
C. It’s a long journey to the Arts centre D. They should be there 30 before the show
Question 8: You have to pay to see _____
A. the Scottish jewellery B. the Russian balet exhibition
C. the South American photographs D. children’s competition
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Question 9: Where can you buy clothes?
A. at the Arts Centre B. on the fisrt floor
C. close to the Arts Centre D. in the souvenir shop
Question 10: If you want a snack and hot drink, try ___
A. Charlie’s B. The Fountain
C. The Balcony Restaurant D. the cinema kiosk

TEST 3
Question 11: The reason why David is replacing Jane is that
A.she is unwell B. she is very busy
C. she is inexperienced D. she is untruthful
Question 12: According to the speaker, what is the problem for the museum currently?
A.lack of staff B. lack of public exposure.
C. lack of community money D. lack of volunteers
Question 13: Why were the thieves able to successfully steal the statue?
A. The security device is outdated
B. The security guard is not well-trained
C. They knew what they were searching for
D. The security guard is inattentive
Question 14: In order to improve security, they are going to
A. Install additional surveillance cameras.
B. hire more security guards
C. buy more computers
D.install more security alarms
Question 15: What kind of librarian are they looking for?
A.responsible B. proficient C. highly-trained D. young

PART 2. PHONETICS
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs
from that of the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
Question 16. A.agenda B. average C. amateur D. alcohol
Question 17. A. chauffeur B.chapter C.choosy D. choker
Question 18. A. conceal B. common C. concern D. compare

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 primary stress in each of the following questions.
Question 19. A. cathedral B. antonym C. museum D. consultant

Question 20. A.benevolent B.bienial C.catastrophe D. category

PART 3. LEXICO-GRAMMAR
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions.
Question 21. ______ off the Hawaiian coastline are living, others are dead.
A. Coral reefs B. Some types of coral reefs
C. There are many types of coral reef D. While some types of coral reefs
Question 22. In friendship we __________ the embarrassment of a dissident disclosure.
A. are at pains to avoid C. are under pain of avoidance
B. are on pain of avoidance D. avoid for one another's pains
Question 23. Brain cancer requires __________ treatment such as surgery.
A. aggressive B. confrontational C. malignant D. rigorous
Question 24. Many of the company’s workers went on strike yesterday, leaving thousands of customers
________.
A.in the rough B. in the bag C. in the dock D. in the lurch

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Question 25. The media is supposed to always __________ on the side of revealing rather than
concealing.
A. blunder B. err C. mischief D. transgress
Question 26. In the eastern part of New Jersey _____, a major shipping and manufacturing center.
A. lies the city of Elizabeth B. the city of Elizabeth lies there
C. around the city of Elizabeth lies D. there lies the city of Elizabeth around
Question 27. You are bound to find information on the stock market crash of 1987 in the newspaper
__________.
A. files B. archives C. records D. collections
Question 28. _____ a scholarship, I entered the frightening and unknown territory of private education.
A. To award B. To be awarded
C. Having awarded D. Having been awarded
Question 29. The transport strikes a real__________, which will make it very difficult for me to get to
work.
A. pain in the back B. nuisance C. last straw D. frustration
Question 30. Ancient mountains have been worn away by wind, rain, and _____.
A. with agents of erosion B. other agents of erosion
C. for agents of erosion D. to other agents of erosion
Question 31. In China, acupuncture is used as an anesthesia, permitting patients to have major surgery _____.
A. while fully conscious B. what is fully conscious
C. that fully consciousness D. which is fully conscious
Question 32. The party was already ______ by the time we arrived. Everyone was singing and dancing.
A. in full swing B. up in the air C. over the moon D. under a cloud
Question 33. The city was under ________for six months before it finally fell.
A. blockade B. cordon C. closure D. siege

Read the following advertisement/ announcement and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer
sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from.

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The stunning Sầm Sơn Beach is your ideal destination. Nestled along the scenic Thanh Hóa
coastline, this vibrant spot offers …34…….blend of relaxation and adventure. Whether you're eager to
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everyone.
Take a moment to wander through local markets, where fresh seafood will draw you in with its
irresistible aroma. If you're feeling adventurous, the nearby Trường Lệ Mountain is waiting to be
explored, offering breathtaking views and hidden temples.
After a day of excitement, why not wind down at one of the beachside cafés, where you can
enjoy an evening breeze while sipping on local……36…….? Sầm Sơn Beach is more than just a
destination; it's an unforgettable experience, where every moment is a chance to get away from it all.

Question 34. A. a B.the C.an D. no article

Question 35. A.pick up B.take in C. soak up D. suck up
Question 36. A.special B.specially C. specialties D.speciality

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only saves you time but also reduces water and energy consumption, making it both efficient and eco-
friendly. With multiple settings to suit all your dishwashing needs, from …37…….glasses to greasy
pans, it ensures that no item …38……..unclean. Quiet, reliable, and stylish, it seamlessly integrates
……39….any kitchen. Experience the convenience of a spotless kitchen without the effort—because
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Question 37. A. delicate B.hard C.thin D. costly
Question 38. A.is leaving B.is being left C.has left D. is left
Question 39. A.to B.onto C. into D. with

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each
of the numbered blanks from 40 to 45
Promoting Holistic Well-being: A Comprehensive Approach to Health
In contemporary society, the concept of health transcends mere absence of illness;___ 40___ . Achieving
such a state of holistic well-being necessitates a multifaceted approach that addresses various dimensions
of human health.
Physical health serves as the foundation___41___ Engaging in regular exercise routines, ___42___,
strength training, and flexibility exercises, fosters cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength, and joint
flexibility. Furthermore, adopting a nutrient-rich diet abundant in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and
lean proteins provides the essential vitamins, minerals, and __43___
Mental and emotional well-being are equally imperative components of holistic health. Practicing
mindfulness meditation, cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques, and stress-management strategies aids
in cultivating mental clarity, emotional regulation, and resilience in the face of adversity. Nurturing
positive relationships, fostering a sense of belongingness, and ___44___.
___45_____ . Building and maintaining meaningful relationships with friends, family members, and
community members not only provides emotional support but also enhances one's sense of purpose and
belonging. Participating in social activities, volunteering, and engaging in acts of kindness fosters a sense
of interconnectedness and fulfillment.

Question 40.
A. it encompasses physical vitality, mental clarity, emotional resilience, and social harmony
B. this encompasses physical vitality, mental clarity, emotional resilience, and social harmony
C. that encompasses physical vitality, mental clarity, emotional resilience, and social harmony
D. which encompasses physical vitality, mental clarity, emotional resilience, and social harmony
Question 41.
A. what overall well-being is built
B. which overall well-being is built
C. upon what overall well-being is built
D. upon which overall well-being is built
Question 42.
A. includes aerobic activities
B. that includes aerobic activities
C. which is included aerobic activities
D. including aerobic activities
Question 43.
A. macronutrients for necessary optimal bodily function and cellular repair
B. macronutrients necessary for optimal bodily function and cellular repair
C. macronutrients necessary for bodily optimal function and cellular repair
D. macronutrients necessary for optimal bodily function and cellular repairs
Question 44.
A. expresses gratitude contribute to emotional fulfillment and psychological well-being.
B. to express gratitude contribute to emotional fulfillment and psychological well-being.
C. expressing gratitude contribute to emotional fulfillment and psychological well-being.
D. express gratitude contribute to emotional fulfillment and psychological well-being.
Question 45.
A.Because Social connectedness plays a pivotal role in promoting overall health and longevity
B. Social connectedness playing a pivotal role in promoting overall health and longevity
C. That Social connectedness plays a pivotal role in promoting overall health and longevity
D. Social connectedness plays a pivotal role in promoting overall health and longevity

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PART 4. READING
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.

There can be no ____46___that online shopping is of huge benefit to the consigner. Far from
becoming ___47___ , online shoppers are very demanding. Overpriced merchants with poor services
should beware. Gone are the days when stores could charge what they liked for goods and get away with
it. The same, too, for shady manufacturers: smarter consumers know which products have a good
___48___ and which do not, because online they now read not only the sales ___49___ but also reviews
from previous purchasers. And if customers are disappointed, a few ___50___ of the mouse will take
them to places where they can let the world know. Nowadays there is nothing more damning than a flood
of negative comments on the internet.
However, the big boys, as always, are ahead of the game. Some companies are already adjusting their
business models to take account of these trends. The stores run by Sony and Apple, for instance, are more
like brand showrooms than shops. They are there for people to try out ___51___ and to ask questions to
knowledgeable staff. Whether the products are ultimately bought online or offline is of secondary
importance.
Online traders must also adjust. Amazon, for one, is ___52___ turning from being primarily a
bookseller to becoming a ___53___retailer by letting other companies sell products on its site, rather like
a marketplace. During America's Thanksgiving weekend last November, Amazon's sales of consumer
electronics in the United States __54__ its book sales for the first time in its history. Other
transformations in the retail business are __55___ to follow.
Question 46.A. query B. examination C. question D. proposal
Question 47.A. complacent B. dissatisfied. C. competent D. compassionate
Question 48.A. distinction B. resolution C. opinion D. reputation
Question 49.A. bubble B. message C. blare D. blurb
Question 50.A. taps B. clucks C. clicks D. prods
Question 51.A. devices B. tools C. emblems D. schemes
Question 52.A. mistakenly B. rapidly C. unreasonably D. secretly
Question 53.A. mass B. block C. lump D. chunk
Question 54.A. receded B. excluded C. repressed D. exceeded
Question 55. A. tied B. secured C. bound D. fastened

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.
STEP BACK IN TIME
Historical biographer Antonia Fraser reveals the pleasures of studying a bygone era.
Gibbon was inspired to write The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire sitting on the steps of the
Capitol at Rome one evening, listening to the sound of monks chanting vespers. My own inspiration to
become a historical biographer came in rather less elevated circumstances, as a teenager one rainy Oxford
afternoon: I began to read Lytton Strachey’s Eminent Victorians and was in particular fascinated by his
essay on the worldly Cardinal Manning. This was going to be the life for me! Once back at school I plunged
into further research in the convent library. A very different picture emerged. Gradually as I pursued the
topic, I became aware of Strachey's daring sallies into “artistic truth” (as opposed to historical truth).
Nevertheless, I never forgot my original sense of being transported into a world more vivid than my own.
An ability to convey this sensation is, I believe, at the heart of the matter. If you, the biographer, don’t
thrill to your subject, you can hardly in all fairness expect the reader to do so. In a sense (not of course the
commercial sense) the choice of subject is irrelevant so long as it meets that requirement. You could say
that I was extremely lucky to choose Mary Queen of Scots for my first foray since there proved to be a
world-wide public for the troubles of the ill-fated Queen. But you could argue equally that I made my own
luck, since I had always been obsessed by Mary’s story from childhood. Nor was success fore-ordained. It
was, after all, the leading publisher Mark Bonham-Carter of (then) Collins who said to me when I confessed
my project, “They say that all books on Mary Queen of Scots sell and no books on South America do”,
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 Nevertheless I did have luck. In the 60s, so-called narrative biography was said to be passé. Mary
Queen of Scots was an early beneficiary from the fact that the public continued to have an appetite for it,
so long as the research was felt to be solid.
The actual research for a biography - now that’s a whole other matter. The paramount need for it -
historical truth not Stracheyesque truth must be established - means that biographers discover for
themselves the reality of Dr. Johnson’s wise dictum: "A man will turn over half a library to make a book."
And what about those fabled things boasted of on blurbs: hitherto unpublished documents? Obviously
it is every researcher's dream to discover such papers, and their discovery once again may make a project
commercial which would not otherwise be so. At the same time, I would issue a caveat about hitherto
unpublished documents. HUDs are not in themselves more valuable than the printed sources - it’s a
historical coincidence that one set has become known early on, the other not. One needs to evaluate them
even more closely. Here I speak from personal experience. A series of chances led me to the discovery of
some hitherto unpublished letters of Oliver Cromwell just as I was finishing my manuscript. I blazoned my
finds across the text: only to realize at the proof stage, that they might be unpublished but they were not
very important in the grand scheme of things... an expensive mistake.
Where the perils and pleasures of writing historical biography are concerned, there are two perils which
seem to me to raise points of principle. The first is the peril of anachronistic judgements. For example, in
the 16th century more or less everybody took astrology seriously and more or less everybody enjoyed a
jolly afternoon out to see the bears baited. It’s no good dismissing the former as meaningless and cringing
from the latter as disgusting.
I would further cite the peril of hindsight. We may know that Henry VIII will marry six times, but he
didn’t, and he would have been amazed if it had been predicted at the time of his first marriage to Catherine
of Aragon.
And the pleasures? Manifold! Principal among them however is the opportunity to lead a life less
ordinary. As a biographer, I can rule over kingdoms, lead the cavalry into battle, patronise the great artists
of the past and all without leaving my chair.
Question 56.What did the writer learn while researching a historical figure as a teenager?
A. There was a surprising amount of information available.
B. It was not possible to take everything she read as fact.
C. It was difficult to interpret the true meaning of what she read.
D. It was necessary to consult a wide range of sources.
Question 57.What does that requirement refer to?
A. the reader’s -response to a writer’s subject
B. the correct choice of subject .
C. the commercial appeal of the book
D. the writer’s ability to communicate their enthusiasm
Question 58.What did Mark Bonham-Carter believe about the writer’s choice of subject?
A. Her long-standing interest in it may ensure her book’s success.
B. It did not guarantee her book’s success.
C. There are already too many books written on it.
D. It was a wise choice for her first biography.
Question 59.The main point that the writer is making in the fourth paragraph is that
A. a biography is more likely to be successful if it contains new information.
B. researchers must be careful to check all facts thoroughly.
C. research material can include inaccurate information.
D. extensive reading is crucially important.
Question 60.What warning does the writer give to biographers about unpublished documents?
A. They are difficult to obtain as their discovery is down to chance.
B. Their overall significance to the book must be carefully considered.
C. Their use could result in diminished commercial success for a book.
D. It should not be assumed that they are authentic.
Question 61.An example of an anachronistic judgement that the writer gives is
A. not being able to imagine oneself living in the sixteenth century.
B. being uninformed about sixteenth century customs and practices.
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 D. focusing only on the negative side of life in the sixteenth century.
Question 62.In the article as a whole, the writer implies that her main motivation for becoming a
historical biographer was the chance to
A. carry out extensive research. B. become immersed in history.
C. discover unpublished documents. D. establish historical truth.
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.
SUBVERSIVE ART
Subversive political and social messages are a mainstay of the art community. In most modern
democratic nations, where free speech is considered an inalienable right, such subversive art is easily found.
American film is a fine example of this. Many American films are openly critical of American society and
its values. Apocalypse Now, a film about the Vietnam War, is a withering attack on America's involvement
and conduct in that conflict. In a more modern setting. African-American film director Spike Lee makes
films which depict America as a racist and unjust society. Other arts are filled with examples of subversive
art as well. There are countless paintings and sculptures which openly attack Christianity and other values
which are considered to be core aspects of America's identity. Punk Rock, which originated in England,
derided many of England's most sacred of social values. Most famously, the 1970s punk band The Sex
Pistols frequently sang songs about overthrowing the government, even going so far as to describe the
Queen of England as subhuman.
Not all subversive art is as upfront in its social criticism. Much of subversive art is quietly
subversive. There are a number of reasons for this. The first is, of course, economics. An artist who is too
open or too vehement in his or her criticism of society may find it hard to find an audience willing to pay
for such art. In some societies there may be a fear of retribution, either by the government or by individual
society members offended by the artist's message. Nor are such fears unfounded. Author Salman Rushdie
was forced to go into hiding after he wrote a book that Muslims took to be critical of their religion.
Therefore, the subversive messages in art are often hidden..
One common method of hiding subversive messages in one's art is through the use of an
unreliable or untenable viewpoint. In this method, the artist actually presents a viewpoint that is in
opposition to his or her own, but does so in such a way as to render that viewpoint unbelievable in the eyes
of the audience. American author Mark Twain was a master at this. The narrator in his most famous novel
is a young boy named Huck Finn. Huck supports the values of his society. For example, one of the
justifications used by Americans to keep Africans enslaved was that they were somehow less human than
whites. There is a scene in which Huck finds his friend Jim, a runaway slave, crying to himself because he
misses his children whom he has left behind in slavery. Huck is surprised by this, and comments that it
seems remarkable that Jim, a slave, could feel sadness for the loss of his children in the same way a white
person would. This observation is so absurd that it discredits the entire notion of slaves somehow being less
human than their masters.
Mark Twain was not the only artist to hide the subversive nature of his work. In earlier times,
prior to the printing press and the mass production of posters, artists depended on the support of wealthy
individuals to make their living. A rich noble who appreciated the work of an artist would become his or
her patron and support the artist. In return the artist was generally expected to create art that the patron
approved of, and herein was the problem.
These wealthy nobles represented the social elite, which in most cases was exactly the element of society
which artists wished to criticize. One could hardly expect a patron to pay for art that was openly critical of
his social class, so artists became experts in concealing the subversive message in their art. A close look at
any of the great artists of history, da Vinci, Shakespeare, Milton, etc. will reveal many hidden elements of
social subversion.
Question 63. In paragraph 1, all of the following are mentioned as examples of subversive art EXCEPT
__________.
A. anti-war films C. highly sexual poetry
B. songs of rebellion D. blasphemous sculpture
Question 64. According to paragraph 2, what is the role of economics in subversive art?
A. It limits the candor with which artists express themselves.
B. It creates a market for increasingly shocking art.
C. It encourages people not to buy subversive art.

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D. It encourages artists to be upfront in their social criticism.
Question 65. Based on the information in paragraph 2, it can be inferred that subversive art __________
A. is often highly profitable for the artist
B. often evokes strong emotional reactions
C. is often banned by many governments
D. is mostly focused on religious topics
Question 66. The word "retribution" in the passage is closest in meaning to __________.
A. criticism B. rejection C. revenge D. anger
Question 67. The word "untenable" in the passage is closest in meaning to __________.
A. complex B. untrustworthy C. obscure D. indefensible
Question 68. According to paragraph 3, how did Mark Twain seek to subvert the values of his society?
A. He used a highly unpopular narrator to discuss the topic of slavery.
B. He presented the views of his opponents in a ridiculous fashion.
C. He argued that slaves also held emotional attachments to their families.
D. He described much of American society as evil and bitter.
Question 69. Based on the information in paragraph 3, what can be inferred about Mark Twain?
A. He feared retribution from American society.
B. He was the first author to practice subversive art.
C. He opposed the American practice of slavery.
D. He was forced into hiding for his political views.
Question 70. According to paragraph 4, why was it especially important for early artists to hide the
subversive nature of their art?
A. The governments of that time were far less tolerant of criticism.
B. The people they criticized were their sole source of income.
C. They were unable to mass produce their art.
D. There were very few patrons who approved of subversive art.

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