SỞ GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO KÌ THI THỬ TỐT NGHIỆP THPT NĂM 2024

HÀ TĨNH Bài thi: NGOẠI NGỮ ; Môn thi: TIẾNG ANH

Thời gian làm bài: 60 phút, 50 câu trắc nghiệm

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Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the
other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
Câu 1. A. save B. cake C. shape D. share
Câu 2. A. guitar B. tiger C. future D. towel
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.
Câu 3. A. hobby B. circle C. advice D. sister
Câu 4. A. recognize B. disappoint C. overcome D. recommend
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your sheet answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions.
Câu 5. The restaurant prides itself on serving ______ Italian cuisine.
A. authentic B. original C. artificial D. imitation
Câu 6. Clear ______ is key to avoiding misunderstandings.
A. communicate B. communication C. communicative D. communicatively
Câu 7. Sarah is responsible ______ cleaning her room every weekend.
A. at B. for C. from D. on
Câu 8. You’re not afraid of heights, ______?
A. do you B. are you C. aren’t you D. don’t you
Câu 9. The magician stopped ______ tricks when he realized his audience had disappeared.
A. performing B. perform C. to performing D. to perform
Câu 10. At ______ night, we sometimes go bird watching.
A. the B. an C. Ø (no article) D. a
Câu 11. Lisa is ______ swimmer on the team.
A. the fastest B. the faster C. the more fast D. the most fast
Câu 12. The company declared bankruptcy, ______ to the unemployment of hundreds of workers.
A. led B. is led C. to lead D. leading
Câu 13. He’ll fix the car ______.
A. as soon as he gets the necessary tools
B. as soon as he will get the necessary tools
C. as soon as he got the necessary tools
D. as soon as he had got the necessary tools
Câu 14. The children were excited for the school trip, bouncing around like they had ______ in their pants.
A. ants B. bats C. butterflies D. grasshoppers
Câu 15. I need to ______ this word in the dictionary.
A. break up B. look up C. give up D. take up
Câu 16. The coach knows how to ______ the team’s strengths to achieve success.
A. neglect B. repair C. mold D. milk
Câu 17. The local bookstore is going to ______ a campaign to promote reading among children in the community.
A. play B. get C. run D. go
Câu 18. While they were cooking dinner, they accidentally ______ a plate.
A. have dropped B. are dropping C. dropped D. drop
Câu 19. The novel ______ by the author after a decade of writing.
A. has finished B. finishes C. was finishing D. was finished
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the
underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Câu 20. As a bright student, James consistently impresses his teachers with excellent results in all examinations.
A. intelligent B. ordinary C. emotional D. colorful
Câu 21. The fisherman skillfully cast his net into the river, eager to capture a plentiful bounty of fish.
A. enhance B. release C. catch D. boost
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Câu 22. Despite their differences, they learned to tolerate each other’s opinions.
A. agree B. refuse C. increase D. accept
Câu 23. After losing her job, Ellen found herself in the doldrums, unsure of what to do next.
A. relaxed B. attractive C. discouraged D. positive
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of
the following exchanges.
Câu 24. Susan is in a restaurant.
- Susan: “I’d like the menu, please.”
- Waiter “______”
A. Here you are, Madam. B. Oh, that’s wrong.
C. I’m sorry. D. It’s against the rule.
Câu 25. Jacob and Liam are talking about water pollution.
- Jacob: “Our water source is getting more and more polluted.”
- Liam: “______. It’s really worrying.”
A. I don’t think so B. I can’t agree more
C. I don’t agree D. I have to disagree with you
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each
of the following questions.
Câu 26. Students at this school only need to wear her uniforms on Mondays.
A. at B. need C. her D. on
Câu 27. Last Christmas, they decorate the house with colorful lights and ornaments.
A. Christmas B. decorate C. colorful D. ornaments
Câu 28. The author’s writing style is distinguished for speaking in a humorous vain, often infusing wit
and sarcasm into even the most mundane topics.
A. distinguished B. vain C. sarcasm D. mundane
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of
the following questions.
Câu 29. “Our father is building a treehouse in the backyard,” said the children.
A. The children said that our father is building a treehouse in the backyard.
B. The children said that our father was building a treehouse in the backyard.
C. The children said that their father was building a treehouse in the backyard.
D. The children said that their father is building a treehouse in the backyard.
Câu 30. Tom last visited his hometown ten years ago.
A. Tom didn’t visit his hometown for ten years.
B. Tom started visiting his hometown ten years ago.
C. Tom has visited his hometown for ten years.
D. Tom hasn’t visited his hometown for ten years.
Câu 31. It’s obligatory for all students to complete their assignments on time.
A. All students might complete their assignments on time.
B. All students have to complete their assignments on time.
C. All students mustn’t complete their assignments on time.
D. All students needn’t complete their assignments on time.
Mark the letter A, B C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of
sentences in the following questions.
Câu 32. They were very excited about the upcoming trip. They couldn’t sleep the night before.
A. Only after they couldn’t sleep the night before were they excited about the upcoming trip.
B. Hardly had they slept the night before when they were very excited about the upcoming trip.
C. Had it not been for their excitement about the upcoming trip, they couldn’t have slept the night before.
D. So excited were they about the upcoming trip that they couldn’t sleep the night before.
Câu 33. We didn’t book the tickets earlier. We didn’t get better seats at the concert.
A. If we hadn’t booked the tickets earlier, we wouldn’t have got better seats at the concert.
B. If we had booked the tickets earlier, we wouldn’t have got better seats at the concert.
C. If we hadn’t booked the tickets earlier, we would have got better seats at the concert.
D. If we had booked the tickets earlier, we would have got better seats at the concert.
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 from 34 to 38.
Many would consider emotions to be a hindrance to decision-making and, therefore, think that they would be better
off without them. They may avoid or suppress them, rather than feel, process and understand their meaning. When it
(34) ______ to the decision-making process, they would prefer to be thoughtful rather than emotional.
(35) ______, emotions have their own values. It appears that without emotions to motivate and push us, we would be
passive and do nothing. Decisions are very much informed by our emotional state since this is what emotions are
designed to do. Emotions quickly summarize an experience, and (36) ______ it to inform our decision, so we can
rapidly respond to the situation.
While emotions serve to direct us, they are driven by our automatic survival nature. As such, emotions communicate
(37) ______ messages below our level of awareness. It is important to note that because of their speed and survival
purpose, emotions are not particularly accurate. Their speed and effectiveness, (38) ______ compensate for their lack
of specificity and detail, are notable.
(Adapted from https://www.psychologytoday.com/the-power-of-emotions-in-decision-making)
Câu 34. A. reaches B. comes C. does D. takes
Câu 35. A. Therefore B. Additionally C. For example D. However
Câu 36. A. ignore B. negate C. evaluate D. dismiss
Câu 37. A. some B. another C. much D. every
Câu 38. A. whom B. whose C. who D. which
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word
for each of the questions from 39 to 43.
Sports are activities where people compete and have fun. They can be played alone, like swimming, or with others,
like football. Many people enjoy sports because they are good for health and help to make friends.
Playing sports is a great way to stay fit. When we run, jump, or throw, our body gets stronger. We also learn new
skills, like teamwork and fair play. These are important in sports and life. There are many kinds of sports. Some are
very well-known, like soccer, which is played all over the worlD. Others may be less known, like badminton, but they
are still fun. In every sport, players follow rules and try to win.
Winning is not always the most important thing. What matters most is to try your best and enjoy the game. When we
lose, we can learn from our mistakes and try again. This is how we get better. People of all ages can play sports. Kids
play in schools and parks. Adults can join clubs or teams. Even watching sports can be exciting. Fans cheer for their
favorite teams and feel happy when they win.
(Adapted from https://www.realbuzz.com/article/the-health-and-fitness-benefits-of-sport/)
Câu 39. Which of the following could be the best title for the passage?
A. Winning Ways: The Competitive Edge in Sports
B. Rules of the Game: Understanding Sports Regulations
C. Champions of the Past: A History of Sports Victories
D. The Joy of Sports: A Healthy and Fun Journey
Câu 40. The word they in paragraph 1 refers to ______.
A. sports B. skills C. people D. friends
Câu 41. The word well-known in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to ______.
A. well-done B. creative C. important D. popular
Câu 42. According to paragraph 3, what is the most important thing in sports?
A. winning the game B. enjoying the game
C. watching them D. joining clubs
Câu 43. Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?
A. In any sport, players follow the rules and aim for success.
B. Engaging in sports helps to maintain physical fitness.
C. In sports, it is exciting only when you play the games.
D. Sports can be played by individuals of every age group.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word
for each of the questions from 44 to 50.
The preservation of natural resources is a critical challenge that requires innovative solutions and technological
advancements. As the global population grows and the demand for resources accelerates, the need for smarter, more
efficient methods of conservation becomes paramount. Innovation in this field is not just about creating new
technologies but also about rethinking our approach to resource management.
Technological advancements have the potential to revolutionize the way we use and conserve natural resources. For
instance, advancements in renewable energy technologies, such as solar and wind power, are reducing our reliance on
fossil fuels and helping to decrease greenhouse gas emissions. Similarly, precision agriculture uses data and
technology to optimize crop yields and reduce waste, thereby conserving water and soil quality.
Innovation also plays a role in monitoring and protecting ecosystems. Cutting-edge tools like satellite imagery and
drones provide valuable data on deforestation, wildlife populations, and environmental changes. This information is
crucial for making informed decisions about conservation efforts and for tracking the effectiveness of those efforts
over time.
Water resources, essential for all life, are under increasing stress due to pollution and overuse. Innovative water
purification and desalination technologies are expanding access to clean water, while smart irrigation systems ensure
that crops receive the right amount of water at the right time, minimizing waste.
The role of technology in resource conservation is not limited to large-scale projects. On a smaller scale, apps and
devices that monitor energy and water usage can empower individuals to make more sustainable choices in their daily
lives. These user-friendly tools make it easier for people to understand their impact on the environment and
that they should take steps to reduce it.
(Adapted from https://alewk.com/blog/sustainable-technology-innovations)
Câu 44. Which of the following could be the best title for the passage?
A. The Future of Agriculture: Precision Farming Techniques
B. The Impact of Renewable Energy on Resource Conservation
C. The Role of Smart Devices in Environmental Sustainability
D. Technological Innovations in Natural Resource Management
Câu 45. The word accelerates in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to ______.
A. decreases B. remains C. stabilizes D. increases
Câu 46. According to paragraph 2, what contribute to reducing reliance on fossil fuels?
A. Improvements in traditional farming methods
B. Advancements in fossil fuel extraction techniques
C. Innovations in renewable energy technologies
D. Developments in precision agriculture
Câu 47. According to paragraph 3, cutting-edge tools provide valuable data on the following EXCEPT _____.
A. environmental changes B. conservation efforts
C. deforestation D. wildlife populations
Câu 48. The word essential in paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to ______.
A. necessary B. optional C. steady D. voluntary
Câu 49. The word they in paragraph 5 refers to ______.
A. choices B. steps C. people D. tools
Câu 50. Which of the following could be inferred from the passage?
A. Technological innovations can enhance the efficiency of natural resource conservation.
B. Innovation in resource management is limited to renewable energy sources.
C. The use of technology in conservation is a recent development with limited impact.
D. Technological advancements are only beneficial for large-scale conservation projects.

1. D 2. C 3. C 4. A 5. A 6. B 7. B 8. B 9. A 10. C
11. A 12. D 13. A 14. A 15. B 16. C 17. C 18. C 19. D 20. A
21. C 22. B 23. D 24. A 25. B 26. C 27. B 28. B 29. C 30. D
31. B 32. D 33. D 34. B 35. D 36. C 37. A 38. D 39. D 40. A
41. D 42. B 43. C 44. D 45. D 46. C 47. B 48. A 49. C 50. A