Bộ 5 đề thi cuối kì 2 Tiếng Anh 12 năm 2024-2025 có đáp án - Đề 5
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A. LISTENING: (2 pts)
Part 1: You will hear about the factors that have affected the blue whale population. Listen to the recording twice, then choose the best option for the questions.
How does Nam feel about the size of whales?
Impressed.
Concerned.
Annoyed.
Indifferent.
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a reason for the widespread whaling in the 1920s?
Advances in technology made whale hunting easier.
It became a profitable business.
It was impossible to build suitable habitats for blue whales.
Blue whales were once too fast and big to hunt.
According to the speaker, what is the current number of blue whales?
About 10,000.
No more than 25,000.
About 340,000.
Between 10,000 and 25,000.
Why are blue whales more likely to be hit by ships at night?
They can't see or hear well at night.
There is more plastic pollution at night.
They are looking for food near the water surface at night.
They often chase ships out of curiosity.
What is one of the effects of climate change on blue whales?
It makes them migrate faster.
It causes their natural enemies to increase.
It reduces the amount of food available to them.
It helps them find new habitats.
Part 2: You will hear a conversation between Nam and an AI expert. Listen to the recording twice, decide whether the statements are true (T) or false (F)
Ally is considered one of the most advanced home robots because it can use artificial intelligence.
T
F
Ally can only understand one language but is very good at teaching science.
T
F
Users need to install a special app on their phones to control Ally.
T
F
Ally can only be controlled by touching buttons on its head.
T
F
When Ally finishes a task, it sends a message to the user's phone.
T
F
Artificial intelligence has led to many useful ____________ in areas such as healthcare, education, and communication.
innovate
innovations
innovated
innovating
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word in the following question.
Many people pursue lifelong learning to improve themselves.
give up
delay
follow
suggest
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word in the following question.
Many animals are endangered due to habitat loss and illegal hunting.
threatened
extinct
protected
rare
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Before sharing any information online, it's important to verify whether the source is ____________, especially when it involves sensitive or controversial topics.
creative
credible
enjoyable
changeable
Although the job offered a high salary, it didn’t really live up_______ her expectations in terms of personal growth and work-life balance.
to
in
for
with
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in the following question.
The company got the new system installing by a team of engineers last week.
got
installing
by a team
last week
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in the following question.
Unless people don’t stop polluting the forests, many species will lose their habitats sooner than expected.
Unless
polluting
will lose
sooner than expected
She tries to ____________ new trends in her field by attending workshops and online courses.
go in for
put up with
keep up with
get on with
He said that he ____________ a professional development course to improve his qualifications.
will take
would take
was taking
takes
Linda and Peter are talking about their career choices.Linda: “I’m worried I chose the wrong career path.”Peter: _____________________________________.
Who cares?
It’s not my problem.
Don’t worry, many people feel the same. You’re not alone.
You should give up now.
C. READING:(2 pts)
PART 1: 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.
Many students in Japan are using AI to learn English. The language-learning app Duolingo
conducted a survey on studying languages. Students answered questions about their learning habits. The number of people (21) _____ used AI increased by more than 80 per cent in 2024. AI was most popular with (22) _____ people, who used AI more than face-to-face lessons. (23) _____, some people in their 20s were not totally happy with AI. They said it lacked natural responses.
Duolingo said: “We’re in the midst of an AI revolution.” It said apps were the most (24) _____ way to learn languages. This was followed by streaming services like YouTube and Netflix, then textbooks and then online lessons. The number of students enrolled (25)_____ language schools is decreasing. Just 14 per cent of people went to these. English was the most popular language. People also studied Korean, to understand their favourite artists and celebrities.
The number of people (21) _____ used AI increased by more than 80 per cent in 2024.
which
who
whom
where
AI was most popular with (22) _____ people, who used AI more than face-to-face lessons.
young
youth
younger
youngest
(23) _____, some people in their 20s were not totally happy with AI. They said it lacked natural responses.
Although
However
Because
Therefore
It said apps were the most (24) _____ way to learn languages.
effect
effectiveness
effective
effectively
The number of students enrolled (25)_____ language schools is decreasing.
to
for
at
in
PART 2: Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer for each of the questions from 21 to 24.
Job hunter puts CV on billboard
A French man who was unemployed tried a new way to get a job. He put his CV (résumé) on a giant billboard. The billboard was next to a very busy road. It was four metres long and three metres high. There was a photo of the man wearing a Santa Claus hat. There was a message on the billboard that said: "Trilingual operations manager seeks position in hotels, restaurants, tourism and leisure." About 70,000 people a day could see the CV from their car. Jobseeker Laurent Le Bret, 41, said: "All I want for Christmas is a job." His idea worked. A holiday resort contacted and interviewed him. He started his new position as an operations manager ten days after he put his résumé on the billboard.
Mr Le Bret had help from the owner of the billboard. He was going to pay to put his CV on the billboard. However, the advertising company decided to give him the space for free. Mr Le Bret saved 2,000 euros (about $2,700) because he did not have to pay. The advertising company is called Pisoni Publicité. The company's CEO spoke to the France 24 news agency. He said: "We thought it was an interesting idea. When people come up with ideas like this we are always keen to see what we can do. We’re very happy to prove that what we do works, and that Mr Le Bret is back at work." Many people
contacted Mr Le Bret after he got his job. They want to try the same thing. There are 3.3 million unemployed people in France.
What does the word “It” in the sentence “It was four metres long and three metres high.” refer to?
The road
The résumé
The billboard
The photo
What is the main idea of the passage?
A French man created a billboard company to help others find jobs.
A creative way of job hunting helped a man quickly find a new position.
Many people in France are unemployed and looking for work.
The advertising company Pisoni Publicité gives free services to everyone.
What was the result of Mr Le Bret putting his CV on the billboard?
He went viral on social media but didn’t find a job.
He spent a lot of money but got no interviews.
He found a job and started working within ten days.
He got offers from several different companies and chose one.
What did the advertising company do for Mr Le Bret?
It hired him immediately.
It paid for his holiday.
It gave him the billboard space for free.
It created a new CV for him.
How many unemployed people are there in France?
700,000
3.3 million
2,000
270,000
D. WRITING:(2 pts)
PART 1: Transform these following sentences without changing its meaning. (0.6 pts)
“Please work in groups and discuss all the solutions to the problem”, the teacher said. (using Reported speech)
=> The teacher asked us
____________________________________________________________
The teacher asked us to work in groups and discuss all the solutions to the problem.
Some schools are reducing the amount of homework children have to do at home. (using Phrasal verbs)
=> Some schools are cutting
__________________________________________________________
Some schools are cutting down on the amount of homework children have to do at home.
The painters painted our house last week. (using Active causatives)
=> We got some painters
_____________________________________________________________
We got some painters to paint our house last week.
PART 2: Combine the two sentences into one sentence using the word in brackets. Do not change the original meaning. (0.4 pts)
Young people don’t engage in wildlife conservation efforts. Future generations may never see endangered species. (using “Unless”)
=> Unless
___________________________________________________________________
Unless young people engage in wildlife conservation efforts, future generations may never see endangered species.
The journalist delivered the report very professionally and confidently. Viewers were impressed by her credibility and clarity. (using “so... that”)
=> The journalist delivered
__________________________________________________________
The journalist delivered the report so professionally and confidently that viewers were impressed by her credibility and clarity.
PART 3: Write an essay (100–120 words) about the advantages and disadvantages of using mobile phones for learning. Use the suggestions below to help you. (1 pts).
Advantages • Easy access to information (Google, YouTube, learning apps) • Can learn anywhere and anytime • Useful for online classes or listening to English | Disadvantages • Students may get distracted (games, social media) • Bad for eyes if used too much • Not all students can afford smartphones or internet |
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