A.

LISTENING: (40 pts)

Part 1: You will hear part of an interview with StanLevin, a dance critic,
about a modern ballet production involving animals. For questions 1- 5, choose the answer A, B, C or D
which fits best according to what you hear. (10 pts) 2 pts/correct answer.

1. B 2. C 3. C 4. B 5. C

Part 2. For questions 1-5, you will hear the historian, George Davies, talking about society and the theatre
in England in the time of William Shakespeare. Decide whether the following statements are true (T) or
false (F). (10 pts) 2 pts/correct answer.

1. T 2. T 3. F 4. T 5. F
Part 3. You hear a radio interview in which the presenter, Terry Davis, is talking to Dr Elizabeth Jones, an
expert on climate. Listen to the interview and complete the notes below.
Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS and/or A NUMBER. (20 pts) 2 pts/correct answer.

1. long-term average 6. large climate shifts

2. recreate past climates 7. hurricanes

3. heavily populated areas 8. twice as much

4. sun’s intensity 9. 200 years

5. greenhouse gas 10. major climate disruptions

PART B. GRAMMAR AND VOCABULARY (5.0 points)

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary
stress in each of the following questions.
Question 1. A. copy B. remove C. notice D. cancel
Question 2. A. definition B. politician C. situation D. production

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the option that best completes each of the following
exchanges.
Question 3. Luca is at NoiBai airport. She wants to exchange some money, she is talking to Paula – a clerk at
a currency exchange kiosk.
Luca: “I’d like to change some money.” Paula: “________”
Five tens, please. B. Which currency?
C. You haven’t signed it. D. What’s your account number?
Question 4. Patient: "Can I make an appointment to see the doctor, please?" Receptionist: “ ”
A. Not at the moment. He can't be disturbed. B. OK, you will need to check my diary.
C. OK, let me just check the diary. D. Have a seat and I'll be with you in an hour.
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Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined
word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 5. It is such a prestigious university that only excellent students are entitled to a full
scholarship each year.
A. given the right B. refused the right
C. thrown the right D. taken the right
Question 6. The evidences were carefully concealed, so it was very difficult for the police to arrest the
murderer.
A. discovered B. investigated C. hidden D. kept
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined
word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 7. : You have got a high score in the final exam. You should put yourself on the back.
praise yourself B. wear a backpack C. criticize yourself D. check up your back
Question 8. She gave such an impeccable reading of the sonata that the audience stand up with rounds of
applause.
A. imperfect B. qualified C. negative D. suspicious
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the underlined parts that need correction in each of the following
questions.
Question 9. He can hardly remember anything about the accident because he was only a four-years-old
boy when it happened.
A. only B. anything C. four-years-old D. when
Question 10. Pharmacist fill drug prescriptions, keeping records of the drug their patients are taking to make
sure that harmful combinations are not prescribed.
A. Pharmacist B. keeping. C. make sure D. are not prescribed.
Question 11. The nutritionist told him to avoid eating lots of carbohydrates, focus having more protein-rich
foods and green vegetables, and drink at least eight glasses of water a day.
A. avoid eating B. focus having C. protein-rich foods D. and drink
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the best answer to complete each of the following
sentences.
Question 12. We admired the Japanese _____ the city of Fukushima after the disaster
A. to being rebuilt B. for having rebuilt C. to rebuild D. of having rebuilt
Question 13. As estimated in the report, the storm ___________ great damage to not only the coastal cities
but the
mountainous areas as well
A. caused B. led C. brought D. made
Question 14. ________trees around the house on the south and west sides, they can save up to about $250 a
year on cooling and heating.
A.Having planted B. Being planted C.To plant D.To have planted
Question 15. The UK offers a wide range of work-based __________ for students seeking to build careers in
specific industries.
A. exercising B. practicing C. learning D. training
Question 16. That new motorbike I bought is really a white _________, it is expensive and too big for these
streets
A. elephant B. horse C. tiger D. sheep
Question 17. ______ messaging is a type of service available on the Internet that allows you to exchange
written messages with someone else who is using the service at the same time.
A. Efficient B. Fast C. Instant D. Constant
Question 18. Excessive logging of forests in the past century has resulted in ________ .
A. which it is known as deforestation B. knowing this as deforestation
C. that is known as deforestation D. what becomes known as deforestation
Question 19. They live in a very _____ populated area of Italy.
A. sparsely B. scarcely C. hardly D. barely

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Question 20. Some teachers have tendency to ___________ preference to students with disadvantaged
backgrounds such as poor and handicapped students
A. lend B. deliver C. send D. give
Question 21. A Bachelor’s degree is a three-year or four-year course you take in undergraduate higher
education after you __________ further education.
A. has finished B. had been finishing
C. have finished D. have been finishing
Question 22. If it ___________________ the whole week, I would have finished the laundry
A. were raining B. had rained C. were not raining D. had not been raining
Question 23. My new car is more ________ than the one I had before.
A. economic B. economy C. economical D. economist
Question 24. In order to keep our school clean, littering is strictly _________.
A. restricted B. promoted C. prohibited D. encouraged
Question 25: Peter was born and brought up in Cornwall and he knows the place like the ________
A. nose on his face B. back of his hand C. hairs on his head D. tip of his tongue

PART C. READING
I. Read the following passage, then choose the best answer. Circle A, B, C or D to indicate your
answers. (1.0 point)
The system of higher education had its origin in Europe in the Middle Ages, when the first universities
were established. In modern times, the nature of higher education around the world, to some extent, has been
determined by the models of influential countries such as France and Germany.
Both France and Germany have systems of higher education that are basically administered by state
agencies. Entrance requirements for students are also similar in both countries. In France, an examination
called the baccalauréat is given at the end of secondary education. Higher education in France is free and
open to all students who have passed this baccalauréat. Success in this examination allows students to
continue their higher education for another three or four years until they have attained the first university
degree called a licence in France.
Basic differences, however, distinguish these two countries’ systems. French educational districts,
called académies, are under the direction of a rector, an appointee of the national government who is also in
charge of universities in each district. The uniformity in curriculum throughout the country leaves each
univerd sity with little to distinguish itself. Hence, many students prefer to go to Paris, where there are better
accommodations and more cultural amenities for them. Another difference is the existence in France of
prestigious higher educational institutions known as grandes école, which provide advanced professional and
technical training. Most of these schools are not affiliated with the universities, although they too recruit their
students by giving competitive examinations to candidates. The grandes écoles provide rigorous training in all
branches of applied science and technology, and their diplomas have a somewhat higher standing than the
ordinary licence.
In Germany the regional universities have autonomy in determining their curriculum under the
direction of rectors elected from within. Students in Germany change universities according to their interests
and the strengths of each university. In fact, it is a custom for students to attend two, three, or even four
different universities in the course of their undergraduate studies, and the majority of professors at a particular
university may have taught in four or five others. This high degree of mobility means that schemes of study
and examination are marked by a freedom and individuality unknown in France.
France and Germany have greatly influenced higher education systems around the world. The French,
either through colonial influence or the work of missionaries, introduced many aspects of their system in other
countries. The German were the first to stress the importance of universities as research facilities, and they
also created a sense of them as emblems of a national mind.
Question 1. What does the passage mainly discuss?
A. The nature of education around the world in modern times
B. Systems of higher education in France and Germany
C. The origin of higher education system in Europe
D. The influence of France and Germany on educational systems of other countries

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 A. proximity B. discrepancy C. similarity D. uniqueness
Question 2. The word “their” in paragraph 3 refers to __________.
A schools B. universities C. examinations D. branches
Question 3. According to the passage, a regional university rector in Germany is elected by __________.
A. the staff of the university B. the national government officials
C. the regional government officials D. the staff of other universities
Question 4. According to paragraph 4, what makes it possible for students in Germany to attend different
universities during their undergraduate studies?
A. The university staff have become far more mobile and occupied.
B. The university’s training programs offer greater flexibility and freedom of choice.
C. University tuition fees are kept at an affordable level for all students.
D. Entry requirements to universities in Germany are made less demanding.
Question 5. Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?
A. Studying in France and Germany is a good choice for people of all ages and nationalities.
B. It normally takes longer to complete a university course in France than in Germany.
C. Universities in Germany can govern themselves more effectively than those in France.
D. The level of decentralization of higher education is greater in Germany than in France.
II. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of
the questions.
The issue of equality for women in British society first attracted national attention in the early 20th
century, when the suffragettes won for women the right to vote. In the 1960s feminism became the subject of
intense debate when the women's liberation movement encouraged women to reject their traditional
supporting role and to demand the equal right with men in areas such as employment and play.
Since then, the gender gap between the sexes has been reduced. The Equal Pay Act of 1970, for instance,
made it illegal for woman to be paid less than men for doing the same work, and in 1975 the Sex
Discrimination Act aimed to prevent either sex having an unfair advantage when applying forjobs. In the
same year the Equal Opportunities Commission was set up to help people claim their rights to equal treatment
and to publish research and statistics to show where improvements in opportunities for women need to be
made. Women now have much better employment opportunities, though they still tend to get less well-paid
jobs than men, and very few are appointed to top jobs in industry.
In the US the movement that is often called the"first wave of feminism"began in the 1800s. Susan B.
Anthony worked for the right to vote, Margaret Sanger wanted to provide women with the means of
contraception so that they could decide whether or not to have children, and Elizabeth Blackwell, who had to
fight for the chance to become a doctor, wanted to have greater opportunities to study. Many feminists were
interested in other social issues.
The second wave of feminism began in 1960s. Women like Betty Friedan and Gloria Steinem became
associated with the fight to get equal rights and opportunities for women under law. An important issue was
the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA), which was intended to change the Constitution. Although the ERA was
not passed, there was progress in other areas. It became illegal for employers, schools, clubs, etc... to
discriminate against women. But women still find it hard to advance beyond a certain point in their career, the
so-called glass ceiling that prevents them from having high level jobs. Many women also face the problem of
the second shift, i.e. the household chores.
In the 1980s, feminism became less popular in the US and there was less interest in solving the remaining
problems, such as the fact that most women still earn much less than men. Although there is still
discrimination, the principle that it should not exist is widely accepted.

Question 1: It can be inferred from the paragraph 1 that in the 19th century________.
A. British women didn't have the right to vote in political elections.
B. most women didn't wish to have equal status and equal rights.
C. British women didn't complete their traditional supporting role.
D. suffragettes fought for the equal employment and equal pay.
Question 2: The phrase "gender gap" in paragraph 2 refers to_____.
A. The social distance between the two sexes.
B. The difference in status between men and women.

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C. The visible space between men and women.
D. The social relationship between the two sexes.

Question 3: Susan B. Anthony, Margaret Sanger, and Elizabeth Blackwell are mentioned as_____.
A. American women who had greater opportunities
B. American women who were more successful than men
C. pioneers in the fight for American women's rights
D. American women with exceptional abilities

Question 4: The Equal Rights Amendment (ERA)________.

A. supported employers, school and clubs B. was brought into force in the 1960s
C. was not officially approved D. changed the US Constitution

Question 5: In the late 20th century, some information about feminist in Britain was issued by______.
A. the Equal Pay Act of 1970 B.the Sex Discrimination Act
C. the Equal Opportunities Commission D. the Equal Rights Amendment

Question 6: Which of the following is true according to the passage?

A. The US movement for feminism became the most popular in the late 20th century.
B. The women's liberation movement in the world first began in Britain
C. The movement of feminism began in the US earlier than in Britain
D. The British government passed laws.to support women in the early 20th century

Question 7: The phrase "glass ceiling" in paragraph 4 mostly means______.

A. an overlooked problem B. an imaginary barrier
C. a ceiling made of glass D. a transparent frame

Question 8: Which of the following is not mentioned in the passage?

A. Many American women still face the problem of household chores.
B. An American women once had to fight for the chance to become a doctor
C. British women now have much better employment opportunities.
D. There is now no discrimination in the US.

Question 9: It can be inferred from the passage that___________.

A. the belief that sex discrimination should not exit is not popular in the US
B. women in Britain and the US still fight for their equal status and equal rights
C. the British government did not approve of the women's liberation movement
D. women do not have better employment opportunities despite their great efforts.

Question 10: Which of the following would be the best title for the passage?
A. Women and the right to vote B. Opportunities for Women Nowadays
C. The Suffragettes in British Society D. Feminism in Britain and the US

III. Read the following passage, then choose the word which best fits each gap. Circle A, B, C or
D to indicate your answers. (2.0 points)
Consequences of Global Warming on Wildlife
Increasing global temperatures are expected to (1) _________ecosystems pushing extinction to those species
that cannot adapt. The first comprehensive assessment of the extinction risk (2) ______. global warming
found that more than 1 million species could be extinctive by 2050 if the current rate continues.
A recent study of (3) _____2,000 species of plants and animals discovered movement toward the poles at an
average rate 3.8 miles per decade.
The latest climate change report found that approximately 20 to 30 percent of plant and animal species
assessed so far are likely to be at (4)_____risk of extinction if global average temperature increases by more
than 2.7 to 4.5 degree Fahrenheit.

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(5) ________ polar bears are drowning because they have to swim longer distances to reach ice floes. The
U.S. Geological Survey has predicted that (6)____ of the world's polar bear populations will be extinct by the
mid-century clue to melting of the Arctic ice cap.
The ocean will continue to become more acidic due to carbon dioxide emissions. _____this
acidification, species with hard calcium carbonate shells are vulnerable, as are coral reefs, (8) ______are vital
to ocean ecosystems. Scientists predict that a 3.6 degree Fahrenheit increase (9) ______temperature would
(10)______ out 97 percent of the world's coral feels.
1. A. endanger B. benefit C. harm D. use
2. A. to B. from C. off D. on
3. A. nearly B. near C. relatively D. wealthy
4. A. declined B. born C. presented D. increased
5. A. Some B. Few C. More D. Little
6. A. two-third B. two-thirds C. two-three D. two-thirdth
7. A. As B. Due C. Because D. Because of
8. A.that B. when C.which D.who
9.A. away B. in C.at D.of
10.A. send B.broke C.wipe D.lay

PART D. WRITING (6.0 points)

I. Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means exactly the same as the sentence
printed before it. Write your answers in the spaces provided. (2.0 points)
1. His mother was the most warm-hearted person I’ve ever known.
-> I’ve ever known any person who was as warm-hearted as his mother.
2. My boss works better when he’s pressed for time.
 The less time my boss has, the better he works.
3. Robert is sorry now that he didn’t accept the job.
 Robert now wishes(that) he had taken/accepted the job.
4. My parents let me go abroad alone for the first time last year.
 I was allowed to go abroad alone for the first time last year
5. My father finds maps hard to follow.
 My father has difficulty/difficulties in following the maps
6. The company presents a gold watch to each of its retiring employees.
Each of the company’s retiring employee is represented a gold watch
7. He was sentenced to six months in prison for his part in the robbery.
He received a sentence of six months for his part in the robbery
8. I’m certainly not going to give you any more money.
 I have no intention of giving you any more money
9. The workers only called off the strike after a new pay offer.
 Only after a new pay offer did the workers call off the strike
10. Thanks to the improvement in export sales, the company has had a successful year.
-> Without the improvement in export sales, the company wouldn’t have had a successful year.

II. Rewrite the following sentences with the given words in such a way that the second sentence has the
same meaning as the first one. Do not change the form of the words in brackets. You must use no more
than five words. (1.0 point)
1. You can’t possibly expect me to have supper ready by 8 o’clock. (question).
 There is no question of supper being ready by 8 o’clock
2. As far as I know, he is still working in Bristol. (knowledge).
To the best of my knowlegde, he is still working in Bristol
2. The number of people out of work has been going down little by little. (gradual)
 There has been a gradual decrease/decline/fall in the number of people out of work.
3. The two theories appear to be completely different. (common)
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The 2 theories (appear to) have (got) nothing in common/no common ground
4. He doesn’t appreciate his wife. (granted)
He takes his wife for granted
5. You must submit articles for the magazine by June 18th.
The final date for you to submit articles for the magazine is June 18th .
III. Rewrite the following sentences with the given words in such a way that the second sentence has the
same meaning as the first one. Do not change the form of the words in brackets. (0) has been done as an
example. (1.0 point)
(0). I never have enough money. (short)
 I am always short of money.
1. It is my opinion that there is no advantage in further discussion. (see)
As far as I can see, there is no advantage in further discussion
2. Please excuse Jane’s poor typing. She’s only been learning for a month. (allowances)
Please make allowances for Jane’s poor typing; she’s only been learning for a month
3. Scientists say forests are being destroyed by air pollution. (blame).
 Scientists blame our pollution for the destruction of the forests
4. Although the dog appeared harmless, it was, in fact, quite dangerous. (contrary)
Contrary to (its) (harmless) appearance, the dog was in fact quite dangerous
5. If Smith hadn’t broken his leg, he would have played football for England. (represented).
If Smith hadn’t broken his leg, he would have represented England

IV. Essay writing (2.0 points) The impression mark is based on the following scheme:

1. Format (0.2 point): the argument has 3 parts

- Introduction: 01 paragraph

- Body: 01 or more paragraph

- Conclusion: 01 paragraph.

2. Content (1.0 point): provision of main ideas and details as appropriate to support the argument.

Note:

- Students can totally agree/ disagree/ or partly agree.

- Students can give their opinion right in the introduction or discuss the issue and give his or her own opinion

in the conclusion.

3. Language (0.5 point): a variety of vocabulary and structures appropriate to the level of English language

of gifted secondary school students.

4. Presentation (0.3 point): coherence, cohesion, and style appropriate to the level of English language of

gifted secondary school students.

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 Lưu ý: Điểm của bài thi được làm tròn theo quy định

ĐÁP ÁN ĐỀ THI THỬ HỌC SINH GIỎI

A. LISTENING: (40 pts)

Part 1: You will hear part of an interview with StanLevin, a dance critic, about a modern ballet production
involving animals. For questions 1- 5, choose the answer A, B, C or D which fits best according to what
you hear. (10 pts) 2 pts/correct answer.

1. B 2. C 3. C 4. B 5. C

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Part 2. For questions 1-5, you will hear the historian, George Davies, talking about society and the theatre
in England in the time of William Shakespeare. Decide whether the following statements are true (T) or
false (F). (10 pts) 2 pts/correct answer.

1. T 2. T 3. F 4. T 5. F
Part 3. You hear a radio interview in which the presenter, Terry Davis, is talking to Dr Elizabeth Jones, an
expert on climate. Listen to the interview and complete the notes below.
Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS and/or A NUMBER. (20 pts) 2 pts/correct answer.

1. long-term average 6. large climate shifts

2. recreate past climates 7. hurricanes

3. heavily populated areas 8. twice as much

4. sun’s intensity 9. 200 years

5. greenhouse gas 10. major climate disruptions

PART B. GRAMMAR AND VOCABULARY (5.0 points)

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary
stress in each of the following questions.
Question 1. A. copy B. remove C. notice D. cancel
Question 2. A. definition B. politician C. situation D. production

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the option that best completes each of the following
exchanges.
Question 3. Luca is at NoiBai airport. She wants to exchange some money, she is talking to Paula – a clerk at
a currency exchange kiosk.
Luca: “I’d like to change some money.” Paula: “________”
Five tens, please. B. Which currency?
C. You haven’t signed it. D. What’s your account number?
Question 4. Patient: "Can I make an appointment to see the doctor, please?" Receptionist: “ ”
A. Not at the moment. He can't be disturbed. B. OK, you will need to check my diary.
C. OK, let me just check the diary. D. Have a seat and I'll be with you in an hour.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined
word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 5. It is such a prestigious university that only excellent students are entitled to a full
scholarship each year.
A. given the right B. refused the right
C. thrown the right D. taken the right
Question 6. The evidences were carefully concealed, so it was very difficult for the police to arrest the
murderer.
A. discovered B. investigated C. hidden D. kept
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined
word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 7. : You have got a high score in the final exam. You should put yourself on the back.
praise yourself B. wear a backpack C. criticize yourself D. check up your back
Question 8. She gave such an impeccable reading of the sonata that the audience stand up with rounds of
applause.
A. imperfect B. qualified C. negative D. suspicious
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Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the underlined parts that need correction in each of the following
questions.
Question 9. He can hardly remember anything about the accident because he was only a four-years-old
boy when it happened.
A. only B. anything C. four-years-old D. when
Question 10. Pharmacist fill drug prescriptions, keeping records of the drug their patients are taking to make
sure that harmful combinations are not prescribed.
A. Pharmacist B. keeping. C. make sure D. are not prescribed.
Question 11. The nutritionist told him to avoid eating lots of carbohydrates, focus having more protein-rich
foods and green vegetables, and drink at least eight glasses of water a day.
A. avoid eating B. focus having C. protein-rich foods D. and drink
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the best answer to complete each of the following
sentences.
Question 12. We admired the Japanese _____ the city of Fukushima after the disaster
A. to being rebuilt B. for having rebuilt C. to rebuild D. of having rebuilt
Question 13. As estimated in the report, the storm ___________ great damage to not only the coastal cities
but the
mountainous areas as well
A. caused B. led C. brought D. made
Question 14. ________trees around the house on the south and west sides, they can save up to about $250 a
year on cooling and heating.
A.Having planted B. Being planted C.To plant D.To have planted
Question 15. The UK offers a wide range of work-based __________ for students seeking to build careers in
specific industries.
A. exercising B. practicing C. learning D. training
Question 16. That new motorbike I bought is really a white _________, it is expensive and too big for these
streets
A. elephant B. horse C. tiger D. sheep
Question 17. ______ messaging is a type of service available on the Internet that allows you to exchange
written messages with someone else who is using the service at the same time.
A. Efficient B. Fast C. Instant D. Constant
Question 18. Excessive logging of forests in the past century has resulted in ________ .
A. which it is known as deforestation B. knowing this as deforestation
C. that is known as deforestation D. what becomes known as deforestation
Question 19. They live in a very _____ populated area of Italy.
A. sparsely B. scarcely C. hardly D. barely
Question 20. Some teachers have tendency to ___________ preference to students with disadvantaged
backgrounds such as poor and handicapped students
A. lend B. deliver C. send D. give
Question 21. A Bachelor’s degree is a three-year or four-year course you take in undergraduate higher
education after you __________ further education.
A. has finished B. had been finishing
C. have finished D. have been finishing
Question 22. If it ___________________ the whole week, I would have finished the laundry
A. were raining B. had rained C. were not raining D. had not been raining
Question 23. My new car is more ________ than the one I had before.
A. economic B. economy C. economical D. economist
Question 24. In order to keep our school clean, littering is strictly _________.
A. restricted B. promoted C. prohibited D. encouraged
Question 25: Peter was born and brought up in Cornwall and he knows the place like the ________
A. nose on his face B. back of his hand C. hairs on his head D. tip of his tongue

PART C. READING

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I. Read the following passage, then choose the best answer. Circle A, B, C or D to indicate your
answers. (1.0 point)
The system of higher education had its origin in Europe in the Middle Ages, when the first universities
were established. In modern times, the nature of higher education around the world, to some extent, has been
determined by the models of influential countries such as France and Germany.
Both France and Germany have systems of higher education that are basically administered by state
agencies. Entrance requirements for students are also similar in both countries. In France, an examination
called the baccalauréat is given at the end of secondary education. Higher education in France is free and
open to all students who have passed this baccalauréat. Success in this examination allows students to
continue their higher education for another three or four years until they have attained the first university
degree called a licence in France.
Basic differences, however, distinguish these two countries’ systems. French educational districts,
called académies, are under the direction of a rector, an appointee of the national government who is also in
charge of universities in each district. The uniformity in curriculum throughout the country leaves each
univerd sity with little to distinguish itself. Hence, many students prefer to go to Paris, where there are better
accommodations and more cultural amenities for them. Another difference is the existence in France of
prestigious higher educational institutions known as grandes école, which provide advanced professional and
technical training. Most of these schools are not affiliated with the universities, although they too recruit their
students by giving competitive examinations to candidates. The grandes écoles provide rigorous training in all
branches of applied science and technology, and their diplomas have a somewhat higher standing than the
ordinary licence.
In Germany the regional universities have autonomy in determining their curriculum under the
direction of rectors elected from within. Students in Germany change universities according to their interests
and the strengths of each university. In fact, it is a custom for students to attend two, three, or even four
different universities in the course of their undergraduate studies, and the majority of professors at a particular
university may have taught in four or five others. This high degree of mobility means that schemes of study
and examination are marked by a freedom and individuality unknown in France.
France and Germany have greatly influenced higher education systems around the world. The French,
either through colonial influence or the work of missionaries, introduced many aspects of their system in other
countries. The German were the first to stress the importance of universities as research facilities, and they
also created a sense of them as emblems of a national mind.
Question 1. What does the passage mainly discuss?
A. The nature of education around the world in modern times
B. Systems of higher education in France and Germany
C. The origin of higher education system in Europe
D. The influence of France and Germany on educational systems of other countries
A. proximity B. discrepancy C. similarity D. uniqueness
Question 2. The word “their” in paragraph 3 refers to __________.
A schools B. universities C. examinations D. branches
Question 3. According to the passage, a regional university rector in Germany is elected by __________.
A. the staff of the university B. the national government officials
C. the regional government officials D. the staff of other universities
Question 4. According to paragraph 4, what makes it possible for students in Germany to attend different
universities during their undergraduate studies?
A. The university staff have become far more mobile and occupied.
B. The university’s training programs offer greater flexibility and freedom of choice.
C. University tuition fees are kept at an affordable level for all students.
D. Entry requirements to universities in Germany are made less demanding.
Question 5. Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?
A. Studying in France and Germany is a good choice for people of all ages and nationalities.
B. It normally takes longer to complete a university course in France than in Germany.
C. Universities in Germany can govern themselves more effectively than those in France.
D. The level of decentralization of higher education is greater in Germany than in France.

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II. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of
the questions.
The issue of equality for women in British society first attracted national attention in the early 20th
century, when the suffragettes won for women the right to vote. In the 1960s feminism became the subject of
intense debate when the women's liberation movement encouraged women to reject their traditional
supporting role and to demand the equal right with men in areas such as employment and play.
Since then, the gender gap between the sexes has been reduced. The Equal Pay Act of 1970, for instance,
made it illegal for woman to be paid less than men for doing the same work, and in 1975 the Sex
Discrimination Act aimed to prevent either sex having an unfair advantage when applying forjobs. In the
same year the Equal Opportunities Commission was set up to help people claim their rights to equal treatment
and to publish research and statistics to show where improvements in opportunities for women need to be
made. Women now have much better employment opportunities, though they still tend to get less well-paid
jobs than men, and very few are appointed to top jobs in industry.
In the US the movement that is often called the"first wave of feminism"began in the 1800s. Susan B.
Anthony worked for the right to vote, Margaret Sanger wanted to provide women with the means of
contraception so that they could decide whether or not to have children, and Elizabeth Blackwell, who had to
fight for the chance to become a doctor, wanted to have greater opportunities to study. Many feminists were
interested in other social issues.
The second wave of feminism began in 1960s. Women like Betty Friedan and Gloria Steinem became
associated with the fight to get equal rights and opportunities for women under law. An important issue was
the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA), which was intended to change the Constitution. Although the ERA was
not passed, there was progress in other areas. It became illegal for employers, schools, clubs, etc... to
discriminate against women. But women still find it hard to advance beyond a certain point in their career, the
so-called glass ceiling that prevents them from having high level jobs. Many women also face the problem of
the second shift, i.e. the household chores.
In the 1980s, feminism became less popular in the US and there was less interest in solving the remaining
problems, such as the fact that most women still earn much less than men. Although there is still
discrimination, the principle that it should not exist is widely accepted.

Question 1: It can be inferred from the paragraph 1 that in the 19th century________.
A. British women didn't have the right to vote in political elections.
B. most women didn't wish to have equal status and equal rights.
C. British women didn't complete their traditional supporting role.
D. suffragettes fought for the equal employment and equal pay.
Question 2: The phrase "gender gap" in paragraph 2 refers to_____.
A. The social distance between the two sexes.
B. The difference in status between men and women.
C. The visible space between men and women.
D. The social relationship between the two sexes.

Question 3: Susan B. Anthony, Margaret Sanger, and Elizabeth Blackwell are mentioned as_____.
A. American women who had greater opportunities
B. American women who were more successful than men
C. pioneers in the fight for American women's rights
D. American women with exceptional abilities

Question 4: The Equal Rights Amendment (ERA)________.

A. supported employers, school and clubs B. was brought into force in the 1960s
C. was not officially approved D. changed the US Constitution

Question 5: In the late 20th century, some information about feminist in Britain was issued by______.
A. the Equal Pay Act of 1970 B.the Sex Discrimination Act
C. the Equal Opportunities Commission D. the Equal Rights Amendment

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Question 6: Which of the following is true according to the passage?
A. The US movement for feminism became the most popular in the late 20th century.
B. The women's liberation movement in the world first began in Britain
C. The movement of feminism began in the US earlier than in Britain
D. The British government passed laws.to support women in the early 20th century

Question 7: The phrase "glass ceiling" in paragraph 4 mostly means______.

A. an overlooked problem B. an imaginary barrier
C. a ceiling made of glass D. a transparent frame

Question 8: Which of the following is not mentioned in the passage?

A. Many American women still face the problem of household chores.
B. An American women once had to fight for the chance to become a doctor
C. British women now have much better employment opportunities.
D. There is now no discrimination in the US.

Question 9: It can be inferred from the passage that___________.

A. the belief that sex discrimination should not exit is not popular in the US
B. women in Britain and the US still fight for their equal status and equal rights
C. the British government did not approve of the women's liberation movement
D. women do not have better employment opportunities despite their great efforts.

Question 10: Which of the following would be the best title for the passage?
A. Women and the right to vote B. Opportunities for Women Nowadays
C. The Suffragettes in British Society D. Feminism in Britain and the US

III. Read the following passage, then choose the word which best fits each gap. Circle A, B, C or
D to indicate your answers. (2.0 points)
Consequences of Global Warming on Wildlife
Increasing global temperatures are expected to (1) _________ecosystems pushing extinction to those species
that cannot adapt. The first comprehensive assessment of the extinction risk (2) ______. global warming
found that more than 1 million species could be extinctive by 2050 if the current rate continues.
A recent study of (3) _____2,000 species of plants and animals discovered movement toward the poles at an
average rate 3.8 miles per decade.
The latest climate change report found that approximately 20 to 30 percent of plant and animal species
assessed so far are likely to be at (4)_____risk of extinction if global average temperature increases by more
than 2.7 to 4.5 degree Fahrenheit.
(5) ________ polar bears are drowning because they have to swim longer distances to reach ice floes. The
U.S. Geological Survey has predicted that (6)____ of the world's polar bear populations will be extinct by the
mid-century clue to melting of the Arctic ice cap.
The ocean will continue to become more acidic due to carbon dioxide emissions. _____this
acidification, species with hard calcium carbonate shells are vulnerable, as are coral reefs, (8) ______are vital
to ocean ecosystems. Scientists predict that a 3.6 degree Fahrenheit increase (9) ______temperature would
(10)______ out 97 percent of the world's coral feels.
1. A. endanger B. benefit C. harm D. use
2. A. to B. from C. off D. on
3. A. nearly B. near C. relatively D. wealthy
4. A. declined B. born C. presented D. increased
5. A. Some B. Few C. More D. Little
6. A. two-third B. two-thirds C. two-three D. two-thirdth
7. A. As B. Due C. Because D. Because of
8. A.that B. when C.which D.who
9.A. away B. in C.at D.of
10.A. send B.broke C.wipe D.lay

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PART D. WRITING (6.0 points)
I. Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means exactly the same as the sentence
printed before it. Write your answers in the spaces provided. (2.0 points)
1. His mother was the most warm-hearted person I’ve ever known.
-> I’ve ever known any person who was as warm-hearted as his mother.
2. My boss works better when he’s pressed for time.
 The less time my boss has, the better he works.
3. Robert is sorry now that he didn’t accept the job.
 Robert now wishes(that) he had taken/accepted the job.
4. My parents let me go abroad alone for the first time last year.
 I was allowed to go abroad alone for the first time last year
5. My father finds maps hard to follow.
 My father has difficulty/difficulties in following the maps
6. The company presents a gold watch to each of its retiring employees.
Each of the company’s retiring employee is represented a gold watch
7. He was sentenced to six months in prison for his part in the robbery.
He received a sentence of six months for his part in the robbery

8. I’m certainly not going to give you any more money.

 I have no intention of giving you any more money
9. The workers only called off the strike after a new pay offer.
 Only after a new pay offer did the workers call off the strike
10. Thanks to the improvement in export sales, the company has had a successful year.
-> Without the improvement in export sales, the company wouldn’t have had a successful year.

II. Rewrite the following sentences with the given words in such a way that the second sentence has the
same meaning as the first one. Do not change the form of the words in brackets. You must use no more
than five words. (1.0 point)
1. You can’t possibly expect me to have supper ready by 8 o’clock. (question).
à There is no question of supper being ready by 8 o’clock
2. As far as I know, he is still working in Bristol. (knowledge).
To the best of my knowlegde, he is still working in Bristol
2. The number of people out of work has been going down little by little. (gradual)
 There has been a gradual decrease/decline/fall in the number of people out of work.
3. The two theories appear to be completely different. (common)
The 2 theories (appear to) have (got) nothing in common/no common ground
4. He doesn’t appreciate his wife. (granted)
He takes his wife for granted
5. You must submit articles for the magazine by June 18th.
The final date for you to submit articles for the magazine is June 18th .
III. Rewrite the following sentences with the given words in such a way that the second sentence has the
same meaning as the first one. Do not change the form of the words in brackets. (0) has been done as an
example. (1.0 point)
(0). I never have enough money. (short)
à I am always short of money.
1. It is my opinion that there is no advantage in further discussion. (see)
As far as I can see, there is no advantage in further discussion
2. Please excuse Jane’s poor typing. She’s only been learning for a month. (allowances)
Please make allowances for Jane’s poor typing; she’s only been learning for a month
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3. Scientists say forests are being destroyed by air pollution. (blame).
 Scientists blame our pollution for the destruction of the forests
4. Although the dog appeared harmless, it was, in fact, quite dangerous. (contrary)
Contrary to (its) (harmless) appearance, the dog was in fact quite dangerous
5. If Smith hadn’t broken his leg, he would have played football for England. (represented).
If Smith hadn’t broken his leg, he would have represented England

IV. Essay writing (2.0 points) The impression mark is based on the following scheme:

1. Format (0.2 point): the argument has 3 parts

- Introduction: 01 paragraph

- Body: 01 or more paragraph

- Conclusion: 01 paragraph.

2. Content (1.0 point): provision of main ideas and details as appropriate to support the argument.

Note:

- Students can totally agree/ disagree/ or partly agree.

- Students can give their opinion right in the introduction or discuss the issue and give his or her own opinion

in the conclusion.

3. Language (0.5 point): a variety of vocabulary and structures appropriate to the level of English language

of gifted secondary school students.

4. Presentation (0.3 point): coherence, cohesion, and style appropriate to the level of English language of

gifted secondary school students.

Lưu ý: Điểm của bài thi được làm tròn theo quy định

Key to exercise 21:

1. If I hadn’t lost my passport last week, I wouldn’t have been having so much trouble now.
2. The police caught him (as he was) climbing over the garden wall.
3. Sad though/as it is, unemployment is unlikely to go down this year.
4. The man is believed to have escaped in a stolen car.
5. Having nothing else to do, we decided to go for a walk.
6. She flatly refused to sleep in that haunted house.
7. They didn’t have/need to call for help after all.
8. You won’t find a more dedicated worker than Mrs. Jones.

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Key to exercise 22:

1. I don’t want to be disturbed.

2. There’s every likelihood/possibility (that) we’ll be late.
3. The committee expressed a preference for the first proposal.
4. I really must get down to answering all these letters.
5. Don’t blame yourself/You’re not to blame/ You musn’t blame yourself.
6. There’s quite a lot of criticism directed at the police nowadays.
7. Quite bluntly/To put it bluntly/Put bluntly/Putting it bluntly/Bluntly, the man’s an indiot.

Key to exercise 23:

1. Hardly had she begun to speak before/when beople started interrupting her.
2. Getting into work this morning was a bit difficult.
3. Much to our regret, we have to/must inform you that your application hasn’t been successful.
4. There’s hardly anything he doesn’t know about whales.
5. The sooner we (can) solve the problem, the better it will be for all concerned.
6. So great was the demand that they had to reprint the book immediately.
7. They can’t (possibly) have been playing in this weather.
8. He denied stealing/having stolen the car but admitted borrowing/having borrowed it.

Key to exercise 24:

1. I (just) can’t wait to meet them.

2. They spent the whole week lying on the beach sunbathing.
3. I have serious doubts as to whether this will work.
4. He’s always had difficulties in learning English.
5. I hon’t intend to give up now.
6. They’ve always had/been given/been allowed the freedom to do whay they want.
7. This (sort of) thing happens/occurs quite frequently.
8. I was sorely tenpted to say exactly what I thought.

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