Bộ 10 đề ôn thi học sinh giỏi Tiếng anh lớp 9 có lời giải chi tiết (Đề 2)

SECTION I: LISTENING (3.0 points) (You will hear twice for each part)

Part 1. Listen to the recording twice. Choose the correct answer for each of the following blanks.Where is the man going on vacation?

SECTION III: READING

Part 1. Questions 56 – 65

Read the passage below and choose the best answer to each question.

Music is universal _ it is produced by all cultures. Some scientists believe that music came before speech and (56) ______ as a development of making calls. In fact, there is (57) ______ theory that the earliest languages were chanted or sung rather than spoken. Indeed, in some cultures, music is a form of (58) ______ history. The Aboriginal Australians, for example, use music as a means to (59) ______ on histories of the land and spirits to the next generation.

          New evidence suggested that music does not just satisfy the feel-good factor but it is also good for the brain. A study of intellectually (60) ______ children showed that they could recall more (61) ______ after it was given to them in a song than after it was read to them as story.

          Researchers also report that people score better on a standard intelligence (62) ______ after listening to Mozart. The so-called “Mozart effect” has also been (63) ______ by findings that rats (64) _______ up on Mozart run faster through a complex network of paths or passages, known as a maze. Overall, it seems that in most instances people who suffer from any form of mental (65) ______ benefit from listening to music.

Some scientists believe that music came before speech and (56) ______ as a development of making calls.

In fact, there is (57) ______ theory that the earliest languages were chanted or sung rather than spoken

Indeed, in some cultures, music is a form of (58) ______ history.

The Aboriginal Australians, for example, use music as a means to (59) ______ on histories of the land and spirits to the next generation.

A study of intellectually (60) ______ children showed

that they could recall more (61) ______ after it was given to them in a song than after it was read to them as story.

Researchers also report that people score better on a standard intelligence (62) ______ after listening to Mozart.

The so-called “Mozart effect” has also been (63) ______ by findings

that rats (64) _______ up on Mozart run faster through a complex network of paths or passages, known as a maze.

Overall, it seems that in most instances people who suffer from any form of mental (65) ______ benefit from listening to music.

Where did he meet Claudia?

Part 2. Questions 66 – 75

Read the passage below and choose the best answer to each question

History books recorded that the first film with sound was The Jazz Singer in 1927. But sound films, or talkies, did not suddenly appear after years of silent screenings. From the earliest public performances in 1896, films were accompanied by music and sound effects. These were produced by a single pianist, a small band, or a full-scale orchestra; large movie theatres could buy sound-effect machines. Research into sound that was reproduced at exactly at the same time as the pictures - called 'synchronized sound' – began soon after the very first films were shown. With synchronized sound, characters on the movie screen could sing and speak. As early as 1896, the newly invented gramophone, which played a large disc carrying music and dialogue, was used as a sound system. The biggest disadvantage was that the sound and pictures could become unsynchronized if, for example, the gramophone needle jumped or if the speed of the projector changed. This system was only effective for a single song or dialogue  sequence.

In the 'sound-on-film' system, sound was recorded as a series of marks on celluloid which could be read by an optical sensor. These signals would be placed on the film alongside the image, guaranteeing synchronization. Short feature films were produced in this way as early as 1922. This system eventually brought us 'talking pictures'.

The passage is mainly about the

According to the passage, films using sound effects were screened

The word 'screenings' in is closest in meaning to

Which of the following is not mentioned as a producer o! sound to accompany movies?

It can be inferred that

According to the passage, gramophones were ineffective because they

The word 'sequence' is closest in meaning to

The phrase 'these signals' refers to

According to the passage, sound-on-film guaranteed synchronization because the recording was

Short feature films produced as early as 1922 _______

What advice does Markus give Pete about meeting Claudia's parents?

Part 3: Questions 76 – 85

Read the text and fill in one word which best fits each gap.

SECTION IV: WRITING 

      The idea (76)_{………………………} a blind person could drive a car sounds crazy. And the concept of someone who can’t see driving a car (77) _{………………………} almost 150 miles per hour sounds even crazier. Miranda Naylor, a blind accountant from Southport, has done exactly that in an attempt to (78)_{………………………} money for charity. Mrs. Naylor (79)_{………………………} a sports car for two miles in a straight line along the runway of a disused airfield. She was in radio contact with her husband Pete Naylor, (80)_{………………………} was able to give her directions and advice in this way. Her amazing achievement is expected to raise about £50,000, which will be donated (81)_{………………………} a company that trains dogs for the blind. Mrs. Naylor has been blind (82)_{………………………} she was six years old and she still has some visual memories of the world around her. She admits that not having her sight makes her life awkward at times. She believes that if you are disabled in any way, you shouldn’t waste time (83) _{………………………} sorry for yourself. “It makes a lot of sense to keep busy” she says. “Achieving something can (84) _{………………………} a great source of self confidence”. Miranda is now looking for a new challenge and (85)_{………………………} like to ride a motorbike.

The idea (76)_{………………………} a blind person could drive a car sounds crazy.

And the concept of someone who can’t see driving a car (77) _{………………………} almost 150 miles per hour sounds even crazier.

Miranda Naylor, a blind accountant from Southport, has done exactly that in an attempt to (78)_{………………………} money for charity

Mrs. Naylor (79)_{………………………} a sports car for two miles in a straight line along the runway of a disused airfield.

She was in radio contact with her husband Pete Naylor, (80)_{………………………} was able to give her directions and advice in this way

Her amazing achievement is expected to raise about £50,000, which will be donated (81)_{………………………} a company that trains dogs for the blind.

Mrs. Naylor has been blind (82)_{………………………} she was six years old and she still has some visual memories of the world around her.

She believes that if you are disabled in any way, you shouldn’t waste time (83) _{………………………} sorry for yourself.

“Achieving something can (84) _{………………………} a great source of self confidence”.

Miranda is now looking for a new challenge and (85)_{………………………} like to ride a motorbike.

What is one thing Markus does NOT say about greeting Claudia?

Markus' final suggestion for Pete is that he should:

Part 2. Listen to the recording twice. Complete the table below. Write no more than three words.

SECTION II: LEXICO – GRAMMAR 

Part 1: Questions from 16 to 36.

Choose the best answer to each question.

Tom. "I'm sorry. I won't be able to come". - Mary. “_______”.

_______ air essential is to man, so is water to fish.

If you had taken my advice, you _______ in such difficulties now.

One's fingerprints are _______ other person.

Jane wasn't in when I arrived. I suppose she _______ I was coming.

_______ appears considerably larger at the horizon than it does overhead is merely an optical illusion.

I should very much like to have gone to that party of theirs, but _______.

Jane. “It's going to rain”.              Mary. “_______”.

A good friend is _______ will stand by you when you are in trouble.

_______, we tried our best to complete it.

The ______ will be chaired by Mr. Sheldon, one of the most innovative directors in the company.

The customer returned his order saying its switch was defective, and the online store agreed to ______ the full amount to his account.

His neighbors found his ______ manner bossy and irritating, and they stopped inviting him to backyard barbeques.

Steven is always ______ about showing up for work because he feels that tardiness is a sign of irresponsibility.

Candace would ______ her little sister into an argument by teasing her and calling her names.

The dress Arid wore _______ with small, glassy beads, creating a shimmering effect.

Being able to afford this luxury car will ______ getting a better- paying job.

Levina unknowingly ______ the thief by holding open the elevator doors and ensuring his escape.

Shakespeare, a(n) ______writer, entertained audiences by writing many tragic and comic plays.

I had the ________ experience of sitting next to an over-talkative passenger on my flight home from Brussels.

Part 2: Questions from 36 to 45. 

Use the correct form of the word in brackets to complete the following sentences.

They all show great _{……………………..}to their singing and go to choir practice twice a week.

In the last NY fashion week, there was a huge lack of _{…………………………………..}. All the designers used the same patterns for their clothes.

The coach's lack of _{…………………………………..}affected the relationship between the players of the team.

There were lots of kids in my _{…………………………………..}when I was growing up.

They had known each other since they were kids so they never had problems with their _{…………………………………..}.

Her _{…………………………………..}was finally rewarded by her chance to meet her favourite actor off-stage.

_{…………………………………..}is a lifelong responsibility.

People in Spain legally reach _{…………………………………..}at 18.

Her kindness and sense of humour helped maintain _{…………………………………..}with her classmates.

In my _{…………………………………..}there will be a substitute teacher.

Part 3: Questions from 46 to 50.

Each of the following sentences has an error. Find the errors and correct them.

He was one of the first inventor to apply the principles to the process of invention.

Sometimes it is difficult to avoid to drink when we enjoy an informal party.

Had it not was for his father's help, Bill couldn't have repaired the roof.

At no time could she understood what he really wanted to say.

As soon as they were seated, the man began to whisper among themselves.

Part 4: Questions from 51 to 55.

Fill in each of the sentences with correct prepositions.

Any new video system that is compatible _{…………………} existing ones has a little chance of success.

He is impervious _{…………………} criticism to and rational argument.

I confided _{…………………} her because I thought I could trust her.

Jen checked _{…………………} of the hotel and took a taxi to the airport.

We'll have to set _{…………………} very early to avoid the rush-hour traffic.

SECTION IV: WRITING 

Part 1: Questions from 86 to 90.

Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means the same as the sentence printed before it.

We had to wait for so long that we got fed up and left.

I’m really sorry I didn’t invite her to the party.

I shut the door, but right after that I realized I’d left the key inside.

It isn’t necessary to finish your work today.

The car belongs to Mrs. Edwards.

Kathy feels sick, as she ate so much seafood this evening.

The only thing that makes this job worthwhile is the money.

You should never spend other people’s money under any circumstances.

The manager was annoyed because his secretary came late to work.

The only way you can master English is practicing it every day.

Part 2: Questions from 91 to 92.

Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given. Do not change the word given.

You should wash your shirt right now before that stain dries. (needs)

I haven't been to Oxford for at least ten years. (went)

Some old people are finding it difficult to adjust to a digital technology. (used)

When the minister was asked about the strike, he declined to comment. (being)

It's possible that someone stole your purse when we were in the restaurant. (might)

We won’t get to the airport in less than 30 minutes. (least)

Everyone must have noticed the change in temperature. (failed)

I promised him that the situation would not be repeated in the future. (word)

You didn’t think carefully enough before you decided. (ought)

They decided to build a new supermarket immediately. (should)