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ĐỀ THI THỬ TỐT NGHIỆP THPT THÁNG 2 2023-2024
MÔN: TIẾNG ANH - LỚP 12 (ONLINE)
Thời gian làm bài: 60 phút
Mã đề: 401

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.
Question 1. [NTL] A. links B. holds C. grows D. calls
Question 2. [NTL] A. lady B. labour C. lately D. ladder
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.
Question 3. [NTL] A. success B. handsome C. gentle D. massive
Question 4. [NTL] A. appetite B. company C. potential D. desperate
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best completes each
of the following exchanges.
Question 5. [NTL] Mark is organizing a charity event and requires volunteers to sign up for
specific tasks.
- Mark: "Please sign up for the tasks you'd like to volunteer for by the end of the week."
- Volunteer: "__________. I'll select the tasks I'm interested in before the deadline."
A. Of course, I'll do that
B. No, I'm not interested in volunteering
C. I'm not sure which tasks I want
D. I can't believe you're asking me to do this
Question 6. [NTL] Emma tells her friend about her successful job interview.
- Emma: "I got the job offer from the company I interviewed with."
- Friend: "____________"
A. Never mind. B. What a pity!
C. Oh, I'm sorry to hear that. D. Congratulations!
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the
following questions.
Question 7. [NTL] COVID-19 has caused an outbreak of ________ disease. It was first
detected in Wuhan City, China and has since spread globally.
A. respire B. respiration C. respiratory D. respirator
Question 8. [NTL] Someone ________ mood is always optimistic is usually a happy person.
A. that B. whom C. whose D. who
Question 9. [NTL] When we're out in the garden, remember to ________ the baby and keep
an eye on her at all times.
A. stare В. саrе C. bother D. mind
Question 10. [NTL] After reading the report, it ________ me that there's a significant gap in
our understanding of the environmental impact of this project.
A. strikes B. knocks C. cracks D. breaks
Question 11. [NTL] Drink-driving is one of the most common causes ________ traffic
accidents.
A. about B. of C. in D. to
Question 12. [NTL] ________ we plan, the more successful the project will be.
A. The more careful B. The carefully
C. The more carefully D. The most careful
Question 13. [NTL] Alice and I arranged to meet at the coffee house last night, but she didn’t
_______.
A. go up В. turn up C. look up D. get up

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Question 14. [NTL] There is little chance of success without proper preparation, ________?
A. isn't there B. isn't it C. is it D. is there
Question 15. [NTL] Despite wearing protective gear, the football player's shoulder was left
black and ________ after a hard tackle during the game.
A. red В. green C. blue D. white
Question 16. [NTL] They decided to travel ________ plane tickets were available at half the
standard price.
A. because B. in spite of C. due to D. although
Question 17. [NTL] The plane ________ off by the time we arrived at the airport.
A. has already taken B. was already taking
C. had already taken D. already took
Question 18. [NTL] ________ Canada and ________ Netherlands have both made significant
contributions to global efforts in sustainable development.
A. The/ the B. Æ/ the C. The/ Æ D. Æ/ Æ
Question 19. [NTL] I ran into an old friend of mine ________.
A. while I was walking down the street B. until I walked down the street
C. as soon as I have walked down the street D. before I walk down the street
Question 20. [NTL] Although not everyone accepts this approach, it seems to be a(n)
________ idea, definitely worth investigating.
A. authentic B. original C. primitive D. initial
Question 21. [NTL] ________ the entrance examination, she felt a sense of relief and
accomplishment.
A. Having been passed B. Having passed C. Be passed D. Passed
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.
Question 22. [NTL] After attending several tutorials, I finally began to grasp the fundamental
concepts of calculus.
A. propose B. arrest C. understand D. suspend
Question 23. [NTL] It's advisable to take preventive measures such as wearing sunscreen and
avoiding prolonged sun exposure to reduce the risk of skin cancer.
A. actions B. dimensions C. subjects D. results
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.
Question 24. [NTL] Recognizing our shortcomings is the first step towards personal growth and
improvement.
A. flaws B. techniques C. fouls D. strengths
Question 25. [NTL] Instead of facing the tough decisions head-on, the government's strategy
seems to be to kick the can down the road.
A. determine to solve a problem B. delay dealing with a problem
C. avoid dealing with a problem D. try in vain to address a problem
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 26 to 30.
In our interconnected world, the widespread adoption of information technology (IT) and global
Internet access has led individuals across various fields to incorporate technology into their work
(26)_______. The corporate world has seen a boom in the use of IT tools, but conversely, not enough
people with IT skills can enter the workplace and be productive with minimal on-the-job training.
According to a recent New York Times article, numerous companies are actively seeking
intelligent students (27)_______ demonstrate a burgeoning interest in information technology. Some
companies, trying to encourage students to attend interviews, provide good salary packages and
challenging work environments. (28)_______, one American IT consulting company offers high
salaries, annual bonuses, and immediate stock options to potential recruits. It also brings in 25 to 40

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(29)_______ applicants at a time for a two-day visit to the company. This time includes interviews,
team exercises and social events. The idea behind the team exercises is that the applicants get to see
that they will be working with (30)_______ smart people doing really interesting things, rather than
sitting alone writing code.
Question 26. [NTL] A. utensils B. routines C. costumes D. objects
Question 27. [NTL] A. who B. where C. which D. whom
Question 28. [NTL] A. Instead B. Therefore C. However D. For example
Question 29. [NTL] A. prospective B. confidential C. clumsy D. elaborate
Question 30. [NTL] A. every B. another C. others D. other
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct answer to each of the questions from 31 to 35.
By the close of 2019, a novel coronavirus emerged in China, commonly referred to as 2019-
nCov or COVID-19. It is believed that the virus was transmitted from animals to humans. Some of
the first cases were diagnosed in people who had visited a market selling live seafood and animals.
Unfortunately, when viruses are transmitted from animals to people, it can take scientists a lot of time
before they can develop a vaccine or medicines to cure them.
Some of the symptoms of the coronavirus are fever, cough, runny nose, sore throat, headache,
and trouble breathing. These symptoms are very much like those people have with a cold or the flu.
The virus can be more serious in some people, especially if they are sick or have health problems.
At a fundamental level, the virus primarily spreads through direct person-to-person contact.
Transmission occurs when an individual comes into close proximity with an infected person. For
instance, a simple cough, sneeze, or handshake can facilitate transmission. Additionally, indirect
transmission may occur by touching surfaces or objects that an infected person has come into contact
with, followed by touching one’s mouth, nose, or eyes.
There is no specific vaccine or medication to cure the disease, but generally, symptoms will go
away on their own. However, experts recommend seeking medical care early if symptoms feel worse
than a standard cold. Doctors can relieve symptoms by prescribing pain or fever medication. As far
as antibiotics are concerned, they are useless to treat coronavirus. People who think they may have
been exposed to the virus should contact their healthcare provider immediately. A set of preventive
measures are usually followed in case someone gets infected. This includes keeping infected people
in quarantine for a certain period, generally fourteen days.
Question 31. [NTL] Which of the following would serve as the best title for the passage?
A. COVID-19 Vaccines: Pros and Cons
B. Solutions to End the Covid-19 Pandemic
C. The Emergence of COVID-19
D. The Impact of a Benign Disease
Question 32. [NTL] The word "them" in the first paragraph refers to _______.
A. viruses B. animals C. medicines D. scientists
Question 33. [NTL] As stated in the third paragraph, the COVID-19 virus can spread between
individuals when ________.
A. a person shakes hands with someone when meeting each other
B. a person coughs or sneezes without covering when talking to others
C. someone touches something that has been touched by an infected person.
D. doctors can find a vaccine or medicines to cure it
Question 34. [NTL] The word “quarantine” in the last paragraph is closest in meaning to
_______.
A. inefficiency B. isolation C. impediment D. objective
Question 35. [NTL] Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?
A. COVID-19 is an ancient form of coronavirus which was first identified thousands of years ago.
B. The risk of severe COVID-19 decreases as the number of underlying medical conditions
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C. A wide range of wonder drugs such as antibiotics have been developed to successfully treat
Covid-19 patients.
D. It is advisable for people who are suspected of being infected with Covid-19 to contact their
doctor right away.
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.
Question 36. [NTL] “Don’t forget to tidy up the final draft before submission,” the team
leader told us.
A. The team leader ordered us to tidy up the final draft before submission.
B. The team leader reminded us to tidy up the final draft before submission.
C. The team leader thanked us for tidying up the final draft before submission.
D. The team leader advised us to tidy up the final draft before submission.
Question 37. [NTL] Her old house is bigger than her new one.
A. Her old house is smaller than her new one.
B. Her new house is not as big as her old one.
C. Her new house is not as small as her old one.
D. Her old house is not as big as her new one.
Question 38. [NTL] It isn’t necessary for you to send her a letter today.
A. You mustn’t send her a letter today. B. You can’t send her a letter today.
C. You won’t send her a letter today. D. You needn’t send her a letter today.
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.
Question 39. [NTL] When embarking on a wilderness adventure, packing only the bare essence
A B
ensures mobility and survival.
C D
Question 40. [NTL] The conference was planned by non-governmental organizations was
A B C
about globalization.
D
Question 41. [NTL] He bought a new suit so that he could use them for his upcoming job
A B C D
interview.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct answer to each of the questions from 42 to 48.
The term ‘grandparents’ characterizes the distinct dual parenting function undertaken by this
generation, highlighting their crucial role in family dynamics. With a wealth of old world experience
behind them, and with the unique ability to metamorphose from advisers or mediators into listeners
or friends, they can offer support and stability in an ever-changing world.
The underlying sense of responsibility that goes with this is tremendous. Grandparents perform
a balancing act between the needs of their adult children and those of their grandchildren. This role
is varied. It is imperial at times, muted at others. It goes underground whenever required, but it is
solid and absolutely dependable.
Grandparents often bridge the gap between parents and their children. Rebellious, independent
children who are trying to find their feet are almost always at loggerheads with their parents. The role
of grandparents can be very important provided they act as impartial judges and are able to convey
this feeling to both parties. Grandchildren, in most cases, prefer to listen to their grandparents rather
than their parents, who often end up finding themselves up against a brick wall.
One important thing, which seems to be missing in the lives of children today, is a sense of
family, values, beliefs and principles. This is where the grandparents step in. However, instilling
beliefs and values is not as easy as it was fifty or sixty years ago. Then, no questions were asked and

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there was an implicit sense of trust. With changing times and changing outlooks, children have started
to question the validity of everything around them. Globalisation has eroded their sense of belonging
and weakened identification with their roots. Science and technology force them to doubt every
traditional belief.
Parents, who have so many demands on their time, are perhaps not in the best position to instil
traditional values in their offspring. Children are very demanding and grandparents, without
appearing to be pushy, have both the time and the experience to deal with tantrums. They can appease,
soothe and impart values with tremendous ease. Any nation’s traditional culture is rich and varied,
but how many children recognise this? Grandparents can teach them to value cultural traditions and
thereby inform their moral development.
(Adapted from Cambridge Vocabulary for Advanced by Simon Haines)
Question 42. [NTL] Which is the most suitable title for the passage?
A. Embracing Generational Wisdom: The Significance of Parents
B. Exploring Neighborhood Networks: Grandparents as Community Educators
C. Early Childhood Education: A Crucial Aspect of Children's Development
D. Understanding the Vital Role of Grandparents in Modern Families
Question 43. [NTL] The phrase “a wealth of” in paragraph 1 could be best replaced by
_______.
A. a large amount of B. a small amount of
C. a large number of D. a small number of
Question 44. [NTL] According to the passage, what is suggested about the relationship between
grandparents and grandchildren?
A. Grandparents often take on the role of disciplinarians.
B. Grandchildren typically value their grandparents' advice over their parents'.
C. Grandparents struggle to connect with their tech-savvy grandchildren.
D. Grandchildren prefer their parents' guidance over their grandparents'.
Question 45. [NTL] The phrase “bridge the gap” in paragraph 3 mostly means _______.
A. increase the understanding B. reduce the differences
C. minimise the limitations D. construct a bridge
Question 46. [NTL] The word “who” in paragraph 3 refers to _______.
A. parents B. children C. judges D. grandparents
Question 47. [NTL] Which of the following is TRUE, according to the passage?
A. Parents may not be ideally situated to impart traditional values to their children.
В. Obedient children who are navigating their way independently often clash with their parents.
C. In previous times, the responsibility of transmitting knowledge and values to children was
overlooked.
D. Children nowadays exhibit a heightened awareness of family bonds and personal values.
Question 48. [NTL] Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?
A. Science and technology enable children to develop an understanding of and respect for various
traditional beliefs.
B. Compared to grandparents, parents exhibit a greater sense of duty toward their families.
C. In general, working parents are in the best position to impart values to their children.
D. In the absence of proper guidance, children might not appreciate the cultural traditions of their
nations.
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.
Question 49. [NTL] We ate the wholemeal bread for breakfast. We realized that it was out of
date only then.
A. Not until we had realised that the wholemeal bread was out of date did we eat it for breakfast.
B. No sooner had we eaten the wholemeal bread for breakfast when we realised that it was out of
date.

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C. Only when we had eaten the wholemeal bread for breakfast did we realise that it was out of
date.
D. However out of date the wholemeal bread was, we ate it for breakfast.
Question 50. [NTL] I heard excessive noise from my neighbours. I was unable to concentrate
on my work.
A. But for the excessive noise from my neighbours, I would have been unable to concentrate on
my work.
B. Suppose my neighbours made excessive noise, I would be unable to concentrate on my work.
C. Had my neighbours not made excessive noise, I would have been able to concentrate on my
work.
D. If my neighbours didn’t make excessive noise, I would be able to concentrate on my work.

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