Bộ 10 đề ôn thi học sinh giỏi Tiếng anh lớp 9 năm 2023 có đáp án (Đề 3)

SECTION I: LISTENINGPart 1: Questions from 1 to 6.

Where does Sandra work?

SECTION III: READINGPart 1. Questions 56 to 65

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

          What’s your dream? Touring castles in Scotland? Walking on the Great Wall of China? Working to improve the lives of women in rural Uganda? If you’re thinking of studying (56) ________, there’s no end to the places you can go, things you can see, and subjects you can study. At many top schools, such as Duke, Tufts, or Brown, over a third of the junior class take the opportunity to complete part of their (57) ________ outside of the United States. Even if your school doesn’t have an extensive study abroad program, you can often get credit from a different school.

          Multiple benefits accrue to those who spend significant (58) ________ in another country, and a significant proportion of students see the experience as an important (59) ________ of their college years. You’re likely to have fun. But if you’re also thinking about study abroad as a way to gain a critical career advantage, read on. You’ll find that all foreign experiences are not created equal in the minds of employers.

          Employers are looking for graduates who can (60) ________ well with others, both in person and in writing. They know the (61) ________ of cross-cultural understanding and an appreciation for different points of view. They gravitate toward students who demonstrate maturity, initiative, and (62) ________. All of these assets can be demonstrated through study abroad, but it’s going to be much (63) ________ to set yourself apart if you’ve taken the easy route.

          It’s not hard to find the “easy route”: that’s the one where you go with your friends to another country; all the arrangements are made for you by the school—including the American-style apartment where you live with your classmates. In this scenario, it doesn’t (64) ________ which country you go to because all your classes will be in English, and possibly even taught by your American professors. You’ll undoubtedly have a somewhat different experience, but to do the “easy route” is to forego some of the major (65) ________ of your time away

What does Sandra do every day?

Part 2. Questions 66 – 75

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

Walt Disney was born in 1901 in Chicago, but soon moved to a small farm near Marceline, Missouri. From this rural and rather humble beginning, he later became one of the most famous and beloved motion-picture producers in history. Although he died in 1966, his name and artistic legacy continue to influence the lives of millions of people throughout the world.

          After several years of barely making ends meet as a cartoon artist operating from his Los Angeles garage, Disney had his first success in 1928, with his release of a Mickey Mouse cartoon. Throughout the next decade, he continued to produce a number of cartoons, and develop more of his highly profitable and enduring creations, such as Donald Duck and Pluto. In the late 1930s, he issued a full-length cartoon film. Snow White became an instant commercial and critical success. This was only the first of many films, both animated and not, produced by Disney and his studio.

          But as renowned as Disney name is for cartoons and movies, it is probably best known for a string of spectacular amusement and theme parks. Starting with California’s Disneyland in 1955 and culminating with the fantastically successful Disney World and EPCOT Center in Florida, Disney became a household name. In recent years, the theme park concept became international, with openings in Tokyo and Paris. With the continuing success of Disney, the creation of future theme park is under discussion.

If you’re thinking of studying (56) ________, there’s no end to the places you can go, things you can see, and subjects you can study.

At many top schools, such as Duke, Tufts, or Brown, over a third of the junior class take the opportunity to complete part of their (57) ________ outside of the United States.

Multiple benefits accrue to those who spend significant (58) ________ in another country

and a significant proportion of students see the experience as an important (59) ________ of their college years.

Employers are looking for graduates who can (60) ________ well with others, both in person and in writing.

They know the (61) ________ of cross-cultural understanding and an appreciation for different points of view.

They gravitate toward students who demonstrate maturity, initiative, and (62) ________.

All of these assets can be demonstrated through study abroad, but it’s going to be much (63) ________ to set yourself apart if you’ve taken the easy route.

In this scenario, it doesn’t (64) ________ which country you go to because all your classes will be in English, and possibly even taught by your American professors.

You’ll undoubtedly have a somewhat different experience, but to do the “easy route” is to forego some of the major (65) ________ of your time away

What does Sandra like about her work?

Part 3: Questions 76 – 85.

Read the text and think of the word which best fits each gap.

ADVICE TO YOUNG PEOPLE ABOUT TO START WORK

In these days of high unemployment, it is often difficult for young people to find a job. If they are lucky enough to be asked to go for a(n) (76) ……………………….. , they may find that there are at least 20 other (77) ……………………….. for the job. If a company is thinking of offering you a job, they will ask you for at least one reference from either your previous (78) ……………………….. or someone who knows you well. Before taking up your job, you may have to sign a (79) ………………………... You will probably have to do some training, which help you to do the job (80) more successfully. Once you have decided that this is your chosen (81) ……………………….., you will then have to work hard to try and get (82) ……………………….., which usually brings more responsibility and more money! If you are unlucky, you may be made (83) ……………………….., and not be able to find another job. It is also a good idea to pay some money into a (84) ……………………….. scheme, which will help you to look after yourself and your family when you are (85) ……………………….. Finally, good luck!

Which of the following is the title for the passage?

The word humble in bold in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to __________.

What is the author’s attitude toward the accomplishments of Walt Disney?

In paragraph 2 barely making ends meet in bold is closest in meaning to __________.

The word enduring in bold in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to __________.

The word renowned in bold in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to _________.

It can be inferred from the passage that ________.

The word concept in bold in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to __________.

According to the passage, which of the following is TRUE?

In future years it is most likely that ___________.

How did Sandra find out about the internship?

What are Sandra’s plans for the future?

Why does Sandra want to make money?

Part 2: Questions from 7 to 15.

Notes on Adult Education Classes

          Number of classes per week:     7

          Tuesday:

          (7) Writing …………………………..  6 - 7.30 pm

                    — Limited space: no more than (8) …………………………..  participants

          Book Club

                    — Must read prescribed books

          (9) …………………………..  Group

                    — Learn about local events last century

          Wednesday:

          Scrabble Club (10) …………………………..  pm

                    — popular

          Thursday:

          Chess Night

                    — serious

          (11) ………………………………………….. 

                    — For special occasions

Adult Learners' Week

          No cost but must make (12) ………………………………………….. 

          — September 1-8

          Techno Expo

                    — Learn how to use (13) …………………………………………..  tools

                    — Learn about online security issues and online entertainment

                    — Monday, 1-4.30 pm

          (14) ………………………………………….. 

          - Consider values

          - Learn how to attain harmony

          - Wednesday, 1-4.30 pm

          Venue: (15) ………………………………………….. 

SECTION II: LEXICO – GRAMMAR

Part 1: Questions from 16 to 35.

Choose the best answer from A, B, C or D to best complete the following sentences.

Once the story ________ the headlines, everyone was talking about it.

The clown was wearing a ________ wig and a red nose.

Hillary was an effective speaker and her audience seemed to ________ on her every word.

In 1837 the University of Michigan became the first state university ______ by a board of regents elected by the voters of the state.

We all believe that a happy marriage should be ___ mutual love.

If Lucy's car ____ down, she would be here right now.

The child w as______for getting his shoes and socks wet.

We _____ the nearest village before sunset.

_____ water is one of the factors that have driven many species to the verge of extinction.

In the meeting, Huong always listens______to the people’s opinions.

Her husband has just died of cancer. It will take her a long time to ______ this shock.

I shall do the job to the best of my ______.

The job of student lodgings officer______a great many visits to landladies.

The police are looking for a man of ______height.

Have you got time to have a chat now or are you____ to leave?

They have never_____any experience of living overseas.

This is not the right____ to ask for my help; I am far too busy even to listen.

He______being given a receipt for the bill he had paid.

It is ________ knowledge in the village that Mr and Mrs Thome quarrel violently several times a week.

Children with _____ diseases should not be allowed to go to school.

Part 2: Questions from 36 to 45.

Use the correct form of the word in brackets to complete each sentence.

He's definitely someone very nervy, very jumpy and basically

But the level of social welfare was so high that poverty was

The first thing he discovered was that Newley had not died

This makes even the most honest of answers seem _{…………………………………} and uncertain.

It is _{……………………………} how any tournament player can make such a mistake.

But then, he was in _{………………………..……}, so you had to make allowances.

The economies of Western Europe and Japan experienced _{………………….…………} growth.

The evidence from _{………………….…………} times can seldom be interpreted with any certainty.

A _{………………….…………} was also held and souvenirs were distributed to mark the centenary.

Airlines will start pulling out of _{………………….…………} routes rather than fighting for market share.

Part 3: Questions from 46 to 50.

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

The more frequent you exercise, the greater physical endurance you will have

The oceans contain many forms of life that has not yet been discovered.

The assumption that smoking has bad effects on our health have been proved.

Information on the Romans can find not only in these books but also on the Internet.

The explanation that our instructor gave us was different than the one yours gave you.

Part 4: Questions from 51 to 55.

Fill in each blank with a suitable preposition.

Have you ever read any books _{………………………} Mark Twain?

Do you think we’ll find a solution _{………………………} this problem?

It’s unreasonable _{………………………} you to expect her to love you at first sight.

They broke _{………………………} last month, after being together for over ten years.

The alarm clock didn't go _{………………………} that morning. There was something wrong.

If they are lucky enough to be asked to go for a(n) (76) _{………………………..} ,

they may find that there are at least 20 other (77) _{………………………..} for the job.

If a company is thinking of offering you a job, they will ask you for at least one reference from either your previous (78) _{………………………..} or someone who knows you well.

Before taking up your job, you may have to sign a (79) _{………………………..}.

You will probably have to do some training, which help you to do the job (80) more successfully.

Once you have decided that this is your chosen (81) _{………………………..},

you will then have to work hard to try and get (82) _{………………………..}, which usually brings more responsibility and more money!

If you are unlucky, you may be made (83) _{………………………..}, and not be able to find another job.

It is also a good idea to pay some money into a (84) _{………………………..} scheme,

which will help you to look after yourself and your family when you are (85) _{………………………..} Finally, good luck!

SECTION IV. WRITITNG Part 1: Questions 86 – 95.

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

Why does everything seem to be difficult to me?

You didn't think carefully enough before you decided.

You must do exactly what the manager tells you.

Marie distrusts modern technology strongly.

We only deliver after we have received the money.

Handicapped people find shopping in supermarkets difficult.

He never suspected that the bicycle had been stolen.

None of the passengers was injured because of the driver's quick reaction.

Most of the students ignored the teacher's instruction.

Smoking in the cinema is forbidden.

Part 2: Questions 96 – 105.

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.

School girls have to wear Ao Dai on Monday. (obliged)

I was about to leave the house when I heard the phone ring. (verge)

My friend persuaded me to go to the party in fancy dress. (into)

You'll have to work harder if you want to pass your exams. (socks)

The audience didn't enjoy his performance. (down)

She made me foolish in front of all my friends. (monkey)

“Can I stay with you in Chicago for a few days?” he said to Nancy (put)

I couldn't stop thinking about the final exam. (mind)

I always try to be optimistic about things. (bright)

I hate it when my colleagues try to get involved in my own business. (finger)