SỞ GD&ĐT THÁI NGUYÊN ĐỀ THI CHỌN ĐỘI TUYỂN HỌC SINH GIỎI THPT LỚP 11

TRƯỜNG THPT CHUYÊN NĂM HỌC 2023 – 2024

ĐỀ CHÍNH THỨC Môn Tiếng Anh
(Đề thi gồm có 14 trang) Thời gian làm bài: 150 phút
(Thí sinh làm bài trực tiếp vào bài thi theo hướng dẫn dưới mỗi câu)

Điểm Giám khảo số 1 Giám khảo số 2 Số phách

(họ tên, chữ ký) (họ tên, chữ ký) (do chủ tịch Hội đồng thi)
Bằng số Bằng chữ

Đề thi này gồm 14 trang được đánh số từ 1 - 14. Thí sinh kiểm tra số trang trước khi làm bài.
LISTENING (4,0 points)
Part 1. Listen and then choose the correct answer A, B, C, or D for each question. (2,0 points)
Question 1. The surveys on debt in recent years found
A. a sharp rise in the age of those declared bankrupt.
B. ways to reduce debt among the young.
C. shocking results about individuals under 30 years old.
D. the top contributing factor to rising debt.
Question 2. Young people are tempted to live beyond their means because
A. they consider they have a right to use credit cards and store cards.
B. they may be unaware of the extent of the debts they incur.
C. they may be unable to pay cash for consumer goods.
D. they have become more materialistic as a result of using credit cards.
Question 3. Norma believes the main reason young people get into debt is due to
A. the large numbers of credit cards available to them.
B. the overdrafts they create at university.
C. the fact that they can't find a job.
D. the lack of financial advice from parents.
Question 4. When it comes to youngsters’ financial problems, Norma thinks
A. schools are partly to blame.
B. parents generally set bad examples.
C. irresponsible children are unaware of their spending habits.
D. parents can sometimes be too harsh on their children.
Question 5. She thinks that if parents have a responsible attitude to money,
A. their children will be more likely to follow their advice.
B. they will be able to demonstrate the dangers of getting into debt.
C. their children will follow their advice but not their example.
D. they will be able to build up some savings for their children.
Question 6. Norma mentions ‘don’t do as I do, do as I say’ to illustrate
A. how parents should teach their children about money.
B. a progressive approach to financial practices.
C. what she hears from parents frequently.
D. an old-fashioned method of telling children what to do.
Question 7. A fixed amount of pocket money
A. forces a child to save money.
B. teaches a child to budget.
C. makes a child feel independent.
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 D. gives a child a saving strategy.
Question 8. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a way for parents to encourage young people to save up?
A. Incentivise saving instances.
B. Manage children’s bank books.
C. Open bank accounts for older children.
D. Reward children for how much they save.
Question 9. Teenagers sometimes find it difficult to save because
A. they want to buy clothes all the time.
B. they don't want to listen to their parents.
C. they are influenced by friends and advertising.
D. they have lost sight of what is important in life.
Question 10. What is true about boys and girls when it comes to spending?
A. they tend to spend more than they save for relatively the same reasons.
B. they tend to spend more than they save for different reasons.
C. they both are reluctant to spend more than they save.
D. they both are more reluctant to spend than to save.
Your answers:

1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

6. 7. 8. 9. 10.

Part 2. For questions 11-20, listen and complete the notes below.
Write ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer. (2,0 points)

Waste Sorting, Collection, And Disposal

Necessary characteristics of dustbins: Solid and 11. ………….
Three kinds:
 Recyclable garbage (blue or green bin)
Waste sorting  Unrecyclable garbage (yellow bin)
 Toxic waste (red bin)
 Commercial waste collection:
o It mainly refers to 12. …………… waste.
o Warning signs state not to 13. …………… blue/green bins.
Waste collection
o Those 14. …………… metals will cause environmental pollution.
 Household waste collection:
o All kitchen garbage should be put into a 15. …………… bag.

 The garbage disposal plant is situated in an 16. …………… space or field.

 The waste is disposed of at least once every 17. ……………
Waste disposal  The dustbin should be cleared at night because of 18. ……………
 The waste is mainly produced by 19. ……………, industry, retail, and offices.
 Please do not dispose of 20. …………… in any of the bins.

Your answers:
11. 16.

12. 17.

13. 18.

14. 19.
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GRAMMAR AND VOCABULARY (5,0 points)

Part 1. Choose the word or phrase that best completes each of the sentences. (1,5 points)
Question 21. To her credit, she …… transformed the business from a string of small shops into a major
international chain of department stores.
A. revoltingly B. enormously C. radically D. increasingly
Question 22. You can't complain – you have your …… blaring out all day.
A. floorboards B. music C. drum D. stomach
Question 23. Cleaners worked overtime to get the place looking spick and …… for the presidential visit.
A. spam B. spot C. spin D. span
Question 24. I polished …… the remains of that chocolate cake when I got home last night – I was so hungry!
A. off B. in C. at D. up
Question 25. His happy-go-lucky attitude means that on the field he exhibits a …… disregard for the rules.
A. glaring B. required C. flagrant D. permissible
Question 26. Having to rewrite a report that you thought was pretty good can be rather …….
A. back-breaking B. soul-destroying C. life-destroying D. mind-blowing
Question 27. He has been …… for gross misconduct.
A. impressed B. impounded C. impelled D. impeached
Question 28. The youth team really …… themselves in the semi-final.
A. surmounted B. excelled C. beat D. exceeded
Question 29. My brother confessed to me that he used to cheat …… cards when we were younger.
A. at B. for C. into D. on
Question 30. Her performance in the last scene was quite …….
A. describable B. notable C. remarkable D. noticeable
Question 31. The builders told us that that pile of cement was …… to their requirements.
A. excess B. surplus C. extra D. spare
Question 32. The discovery of oil brought …… wealth to the country.
A. untold B. unsaid C. uncalculated D. unannounced
Question 33. The inebriated driver drove straight into a tree, …… a huge hole in the front of her car.
A. pining B. foraging C. gouging D. mincing
Question 34. It is one thing to simply tell a white lie, James, but you have been downright ……; I will never be
able to trust you again.
A. prudent B. reclusive C. precipitous D. mendacious
Question 35. She has a(n) …… way of making her point which is brilliantly effective; I find it leaves those with
whom she argues at a loss for what to say next, so taken aback are they by her succinct ripostes.
A. frugal B. laconic C. congenial D. apprehensive
Your answers:
21. 22. 23. 24. 25.

26. 27. 28. 29. 30.

31. 32. 33. 34. 35.

Part 2. There are 10 mistakes in the following passage. Identify and correct them. (1,0 point)
Visitors to Greece may now take advantage of a new kind of travel aid. A company called Topiography have created a
serie of tourist maps with a difference. They call them ‘icon maps’, and they provide the reader with a pictoral
rendition – complete with buildings – of the street plan of the particular town or village they intend to visit.
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‘A map is always used for a particular purpose,’ explain Dimitris Kitsos, one of the innovators. ‘We decided that the
best kind of tourist map is one which is both comprehensive and aesthetically pleasing to the eye, in order to stimulate
the individual’s desire to wander and explore. The initial idea to produce the maps on the computer proved successful
and we realised that we could only get satisfactory results by combining technological skills with those of traditional
artwork done on hand.’
The results are impressive. Instead of the usual ‘flat’ grid lines showing street plans with dots to mark the position of
important buildings, the icon map offering the reader a visual representation of a town, as if they are sitting atop a
nearby mountain looking down on the place below. A real bird’s-eye view, it gives them a genuine preview of what
they are going to see. Then, the trip do, the map affords them the luxury of sustaining the mental images gained during
their visit. ‘Our maps aren’t just guides. They are also valuable souvenirs to be keep for posterity. And for the local
people, they constitute important historic evidence of an area’s appearance at a particular point in time.’
Your answers:
36. 41.

37. 42.

38. 43.

39. 44.

40. 45.

Part 3. Give the correct form of the words in brackets to complete each of the sentences. (1,5 point)
The greenhouse effect is essentially the process by which the 46.……(absorb) and 47.……(emit) of infrared
radiation by gases in the atmosphere warms the planet's lower atmosphere and surface. Put simply, the so-called
greenhouse gases which cause this effect basically redirect heat that would otherwise escape back into outer space
down towards the surface of the earth. This phenomenon is actually key to creating conditions 48.……(conduct) to
life on Earth. Without the natural 49.……(occur) of these gases and consequent planetary warming, Earth would
actually be a very 50.……(hospitable) place. The problem, however, began in the 1800s during the industrial
revolution. The increased amount of industrial activity led to additional volumes of greenhouse gases being produced
unnaturally as a result of human activity. Obviously, as the level of industrial activity has increased dramatically over
the last several centuries, so too then has the rate of production and emission of greenhouse gases. Human activity has
therefore altered the balance of things with 51.……(concentrate) of greenhouse gases such as CO2 and methane in
the atmosphere significantly higher today than at any other time in the past 800,000 years of Earth’s history. About
two-thirds of the additional CO2 released is attributed to the burning of fossil fuels, while the rest of the increase in
atmospheric greenhouse gas levels is put down to changes in land-use, in particular 52.……(forest), and population
growth, which, for example, has led to greater numbers of livestock than ever before being reared for 53.……
(consume), and a consequent significant increase in methane emissions. The 54.……(deplete) of the tropospheric
ozone layer, caused by chlorofluorocarbons, has also had a significant warming effect on the Earth's surface, but this
is not to be confused with the greenhouse effect as the two phenomena are largely 55.……(relate). Given the relative
56.……(abound) of fossil fuels, our 57.……(depend) on them, and the 58.……(emerge) of new and more efficient
methods of 59.……(extract), the likelihood of a significant reduction in carbon emission levels in the near future
seems very unlikely. Therefore, the problem of global warming also appears very unlikely to moderate. Besides, many
scientists believe the damage already done may be 60.……(reverse).
Your answers:
46. 51. 56.

47. 52. 57.

48. 53. 58.

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50. 55. 60.

Part 4. Fill in each blank with a suitable preposition or adverb particle. (1,0 point)
Question 61. While I accept your arguments …… some extent, I cannot support the action you are taking.
Question 62. ‘It looks …… though the same man committed both crimes,’ said Inspector Morse.
Question 63. He hung his food high up in the trees …… fear that the bears would steal it during the night.
Question 64. …… the time he came to, night had fallen and he found himself alone in the desert.
Question 65. As …… we have received no answer to our letter.
Question 66. If you want to know anything about computers, ask Richard. He’s very clued …….
Question 67. The patient would not consent …… the operation.
Question 68. Simon helped the man …… crutches to cross the road.
Question 69. As a junior doctor, you must be …… call twenty-four hours a day.
Question 70. John was tired ……. That’s why he went to bed at 8 o’clock.
Your answers:
61. 66.

62. 67.

63. 68.

64. 69.

65. 70.

READING COMPREHENSION (6,0 points)

Part 1. Read the passage and choose the correct answer A, B, C or D to each of the questions. (0,6 points)
Standing on North America's most visited glacier in summer, you can hear the sound of the climate changing. Gurgles
and babbles reach a crescendo where water cascades down holes in the ice. The Mendenhall glacier in southeast
Alaska is melting and it's raising a ruckus about it. The Mendenhall attracts more than 300,000 visitors per year,
making it one of the most watched glaciers in the world. It has also become a poster child for global warming. Before
the public's eyes, the glacier is shrinking. In the summer of 2000 its end point retreated up the valley by 100 metres,
freeing land that had been locked under ice for centuries. Since the 1930s, the Mendenhall has lost nearly a kilometre
of its length.
The message coming from the first eight years of a massive survey of the whole area is disturbing. Measurements
show that most of the glaciers are losing weight so rapidly that some may not survive the 21st century. The results
could well be a sign of how greenhouse gas pollution will harm the high Arctic in years to come. But some researchers
still see evidence of other potential reasons for the shrinkages besides global warming.
Many glaciers are wasting away, but only in Alaska is the rate accelerating. It may be that Alaskan glaciers are
functioning as canaries in the coal mine of global climate, showing changes before they appear in other polar regions.
This doesn't necessarily mean that greenhouse warming is solely to blame, glaciologist, Julian Dowdeswell cautions.
Glaciers respond in a complex way to many different climatic forces, which makes it particularly difficult to unravel
which bit is having the most influence at any one time.
In fact, the thinning of Alaskan glaciers in the 1990s may have been a temporary setback, according to Dennis Trabant
of the US Geological Survey in Fairbanks. Since 1966 the USGS has monitored the mass balance of two Alaskan
glaciers—the Wolverine and the Gulkana—and this shows evidence of a climatic cycle. In just over ten years one of
the glaciers thickened while the other thinned. Since then, both glaciers have lost mass at an unprecedented rate up
until the last couple of years, but there is reason to believe that this state of affairs could stabilise.

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Trabant suggests that the glaciers are responding to a large-scale cycle, which causes the climate of the northern
Pacific to swing back and forth every decade or so. Some researchers suspect this cycle is in the process of shifting
direction, but they won't be sure for several more years. If it is the case that the Alaskan glaciers are responding to this
cycle then the process of thinning may well decelerate.
The Mendenhall glacier is a case in point. Summertime melting thinned the lower reaches of the glacier by eleven
metres in 2001 – similar to the average annual loss during the 1990s. But the winter of 1999/2000 deposited an
unusually thick layer of snow higher up the glacier. So it ended up with an overall net increase in mass.
It's too early to tell whether last year's gain is the start of a trend or only a blip. According to one report to the US
federal government, the long-term trend at the Mendenhall has been decidedly towards glacier thinning and recession.
Over the past winter, snows have once again blanketed the glacier, piling on some much-needed mass and temporarily
hiding the rocks strewn across its surface. Come the warm rays of summer, though, the melt-water will once more
start trickling across the glacier's surface, first as a whisper and eventually rising into a sustained chorus. Like scores
of other glaciers across the region, the Mendenhall will resume its annual battle to keep from wasting away.
Question 71. What do we learn about the Mendenhall glacier in the first paragraph?
A.
It is a highly popular tourist attraction in summer because it is melting.
B.
It is of interest because it acts as a barometer of the greenhouse effect.
C.
Its decreasing size has given rise to angry protests.
D.
Recent decrease in its size is happening at a more alarming rate than before.
Question 72. The conclusions drawn from an extensive study provide
A.
proof that most glaciers are thinning because of greenhouse gas pollution.
B.
indications that the polar regions may be damaged in the future.
C.
an express warning that it is imperative to act before it is too late.
D.
reasons for additional glacial shrinkages and global warming.
Question 73. What is special about the Alaskan glaciers?
A.
They are shrinking faster than in the past.
B.
They are affected by other factors apart from global warming.
C.
They have a unique set of climatic conditions acting upon them.
D.
They are more complex than other polar glaciers.
Question 74. What is the good news concerning the glaciers?
A.
In a decade or so they will put back on the weight they have lost.
B.
It is possible that the rate of shrinkage will not remain constant.
C.
Some glaciers have actually increased their mass over the last decade.
D.
Shedding weight is evidence of a natural phenomenon.
Question 75. What might be the cause of the Mendenhall glacier's fluctuations in size?
A.
The established patterns of glacial shrinkage.
B.
The exceptionally bad weather during winter in 1999/2000.
C.
The sensitivity of glaciers to natural rhythms.
D.
The uncertainty of cyclical climate change.
Question 76. The author's attitude to the recent theories about glaciers is one of
A. wonder.
B. caution.
C. bewilderment.
D. dismay.
Your answers:
71. 72. 73. 74. 75. 76.

Part 2. Read the passage and choose the most suitable answer A, B, C or D for each space. (1,5 point)
Oxford is a city with such a mind-blowing reputation that many who come here find themselves intimidated by the place
and can't wait to leave, while others, taking to it like a (77) _____ to water, find themselves returning again and again. The
college lawns provide a gorgeous (78) _____ to serious study, and in the right light, on a sunny winter's morning say, one
feels as if one is (79) _____ on air, such is the sense of unreality. Oxford may like to (80) _____ that it is at the intellectual

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(81) _____ of things, but in many ways it is no more than a sleepy (82) _____ where, to mix metaphors, transitory students,
the (83) _____ of their generation, wait in the (84) _____, allowing their talents to (85) _____ before moving off into the
industrial or political (86) _____. Much of this is a myth, of course. Hardship and hard work are very much part and (87)
_____ of student life. The (88) _____ get through the three years' hard (89) _____ by simply putting their shoulders to the
(90) _____ before going on to fairly average jobs. Only for the tiny minority is Oxford the first (91) _____ on the ladder to
fame and fortune.

Question 77. A. fish B. duck C. boat D. swimmer

Question 78. A. backdrop B. curtain C. scene D. screen
Question 79. A. flying B. gliding C. floating D. swimming
Question 80. A. pretend B. act C. dissemble D. produce
Question 81. A. wheel B. engine C. spoke D. hub
Question 82. A. backwater B. stream C. tributary D. watershed
Question 83. A. froth B. cream C. fat D. caviar
Question 84. A. pavilion B. dressing room C. wings D. foyer
Question 85. A. flourish B. open C. spread D. float
Question 86. A. peak B. abattoir C. dead-end D. fast-lane
Question 87. A. package B. section C. province D. parcel
Question 88. A. level-headed B. hot-headed C. hot-blooded D. kind-hearted
Question 89. A. push B. pull C. grind D. roughage
Question 90. A. cart B. wheel C. engine D. boat
Question 91. A. step B. position C. elevation D. ascent
Your answers:
77. 78. 79. 80. 81.

82. 83. 84. 85. 86.

87. 88. 89. 90. 91.

Part 3. Read the passage and fill each of the numbered blanks with ONE suitable word. (1,8 point)
Life After Human: A vision of the Future
What if, overnight, humans 92……. wiped off the face of the Earth? Luckily for the world after humans, 93……. all
the big mammals would be gone. A continent-sized museum, Africa, still holds 94……. is a striking collection. Would
they spread 95……. the planet after we're gone? Could they replace the creatures we finished off elsewhere, or even
evolve 96……. they finally resembled those same lost creatures? If 97……. were no people left, Africa, 98……. has
been occupied by humans longer than 99……. other place, would paradoxically revert 100……. the purest primeval
state on Earth. 101……. so much wildlife grazing and browsing, Africa is the 102……. continent where exotic plants
haven't escaped suburban gardens to usurp 103……. countryside. But Africa, 104……. the extinction of people,
would include some key changes. For a start, North African cattle were once wild, 105……. after thousands of years
with humans, they've been cross-bred to develop huge stomachs. This is 106……. they can eat huge amounts during
the day, because it's too dangerous to graze at night. Consequently, they're 107……. very quick. Left on their own,
108……. the protection of humans, they'd be rather vulnerable. And as cattle now account for more than half
109……. live weight of African savanna ecosystems, they would provide a feast for lions and hyenas. Once cows
were gone, there would be more than double the feed for everything else.
Your answers:
92. 98. 104.

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94. 100. 106.
95. 101. 107.
96. 102. 108.
97. 103. 109.
Part 4. Read the passage and do the tasks that follow. (1,4 point)
Putting The Brakes on Climate Change: Are Hydrogen Cars the Answer?
A It is tempting to think that the conservation of coral reefs and rainforests is a separate issue from traffic and air
pollution. But it is not. Scientists are now confident that rapid changes in the Earth’s climate are already disrupting
and altering many wildlife habitats. Pollution from vehicles is a big part of the problem.
B The United Nation’s Climate Change Panel has estimated that the global average temperature rise expected by
the year 2100 could be as much as 6°C, causing forest fires and dieback on land and coral bleaching in the ocean. Few
species, if any, will be immune from the changes in temperature, rainfall and sea levels. The panel believes that if such
catastrophic temperature rises are to be avoided, the quantity of greenhouse gases, especially carbon dioxide, being
released into the atmosphere must be reduced. That will depend on slowing the rate of deforestation and, more
crucially, finding alternatives to coal, oil and gas as our principal energy sources.
C Technologies do exist to reduce or eliminate carbon dioxide as a waste product of our energy consumption.
Wind power and solar power are both spreading fast, but what are we doing about traffic? Electric cars are one
possible option, but their range and the time it takes to charge their batteries pose serious limitations. However, the
technology that shows the most potential to make cars climate-friendly is fuel-cell technology. This was actually
invented in the late nineteenth century, but because the world’s motor industry put its effort into developing the
combustion engine, it was never refined for mass production. One of the first prototype fuel-cell-powered vehicles
have been built by the Ford Motor Company. It is like a conventional car, only with better acceleration and a smoother
ride. Ford engineers expect to be able to produce a virtually silent vehicle in the future.
D So what’s the process involved – and is there a catch? Hydrogen goes into the fuel tank, producing electricity.
The only emission from the exhaust pipe is water. The fuel-cell is, in some ways similar to a battery, but unlike a
battery, it does not run down. As long as hydrogen and oxygen are supplied to the cell, it will keep on generating
electricity. Some cells work off methane and a few use liquid fuels such as methanol, but fuel-cells using hydrogen
probably have the most potential. Furthermore, they need not be limited to transport. Fuel-cells can be made in a huge
range of sizes, small enough for portable computers or large enough for power stations. They have no moving parts
and therefore need no oil. They just need a supply of hydrogen. The big question, then, is where to get it from.
E One source of hydrogen is water. But to exploit the abundant resource, electricity is needed, and if the
electricity is produced by a coal-fired power station or other fossil fuel, then the overall carbon reduction benefit of the
fuel-cell disappears. Renewable sources, such as wind and solar power, do not produce enough energy for it to be
economically viable to use them in the ‘manufacture’ of hydrogen as a transport fuel. Another source of hydrogen is,
however, available and could provide a supply pending the development of more efficient and cheaper renewable
energy technologies. By splitting natural gas (methane) into its constituent parts, hydrogen and carbon dioxide are
produced. One way round the problem of what to do with the carbon dioxide could be to store it back below ground –
so-called geological sequestration. Oil companies, such as Norway’s Statoil, are experimenting with storing carbon
dioxide below ground in oil and gas wells.
F With freak weather conditions, arguably caused by global warming, frequently in the headlines, the urgent
need to get fuel-cell vehicles will be available in most showrooms. Even now, fuel-cell buses are operating in the US,
while in Germany a courier company is planning to take delivery of fuel-cell-powered vans in the near future. The fact
that centrally-run fleets of buses and vans are the first fuel-cell vehicles identifies another challenge – fuel distribution.
The refueling facilities necessary to top up hydrogen-powered vehicles are available only in a very few places at
present. Public transport and delivery firms are logical places to start since their vehicles are operated from central
depots.
G Fuel-cell technology is being developed right across the automotive industry. This technology could have a
major impact in slowing down climate change, but further investment is needed if the industry – and the world’s
wildlife – is to have a long-term future.
The reading passage has seven paragraphs, A-G.
For questions 110-115, choose the correct heading for paragraphs A-F from the list of headings below.
Write the correct number, i-ix, in boxes 110-115.

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 List of Headings
i Action already taken by the United Nations
ii Marketing the hydrogen car
iii Making the new technology available worldwide
iv Some negative predictions from one group of experts
v How the new vehicle technology works
vi The history of fuel-cell technology
vii A holistic view of climatic change
viii Locating the essential ingredient
ix Sustaining car manufacture

Question 110. Paragraph A

Question 111. Paragraph B
Question 112. Paragraph C
Question 113. Paragraph D
Question 114. Paragraph E
Question 115. Paragraph F
Your answers:
110. 111. 112. 113. 114. 115.

For questions 116-119, complete the sentences below. Choose NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS from the passage
for each answer. Write your answers in boxes 116-119.
Question 116. In the late nineteenth century, the car industry invested in the development of the ………, rather than
fuel-cell technology.
Question 117. Ford engineers predict that they will eventually design an almost ……… car.
Question 118. While a fuel-cell lasts longer, some aspects of it are comparable to a ……….
Question 119. Fuel-cells can come in many sizes and can be used in power stations and in ……… as well as in
vehicles.
Your answers:
116. 117. 118. 119.

For questions 120-123, do the following statements agree, with the information given in the reading passage?
In boxes 120-123, write
TRUE if the statement agrees with the information
FALSE if the statement contradicts the information
NOT GIVEN if there is no information on this
Question 120. Using electricity produced by burning fossil fuels to access sources of hydrogen may increase the
positive effect of the fuel-cell.
Question 121. The oil company Statoil in Norway owns gas wells in other parts of the world.
Question 122. Public transport is leading the way in the application of fuel-cell technology.
Question 123. More funding is necessary to ensure the success of the fuel-cell vehicle industry.
Your answers:
120. 121. 122. 123.
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Part 5. There are 7 extracts which have been removed from the following passage. Put an extract (from A to H) in
the correct gap (from 124 to 130) to complete the passage. There is 1 extract you do not need to use. (0,7 point)
The Evolution of Farming: Exploring Innovations in Agriculture
The agricultural sector has witnessed a remarkable transformation in recent years. In this article, we examine the
benefits, challenges and implications of these innovations in terms of their contribution to the understanding of how
technological advancements are revolutionising the agricultural landscape.

124.

Farming is clearly an essential component of human civilisation. Without farming we would not have adequate food
supplies, and human life on Earth would struggle to survive. Yet farming has also experienced profound changes over
centuries. The introduction of new technologies and scientific discoveries has significantly impacted agricultural
practices, leading to increased efficiency, productivity and sustainability.

125.

Unmanned aerial vehicles, commonly known as drones, have gained prominence in various industries, including
agriculture. Drones equipped with high-resolution cameras and sensors offer farmers the ability to monitor crop
health, detect pest infestations and assess the general condition of their fields. Additionally, drones enable precise
application of fertilisers and pesticides, reducing waste and improving resource management.

126.

Genetic modification has opened new avenues in crop improvement, offering enhanced resistance to pests, diseases
and environmental stresses. GM foods, which involve the incorporation of desirable traits into crop plants, have
shown promising results in increasing productivity and improving food quality. By employing biotechnology, farmers
can cultivate crops that are more resistant to drought, require fewer chemical inputs and possess improved nutritional
profiles. Nevertheless, the introduction of GM foods has generated debate and concern regarding their long-term
effects on human health and the environment. Rigorous scientific assessments, comprehensive labelling systems and
transparent communication are imperative to ensure consumer confidence and enable informed choices. Furthermore,
regulatory frameworks need to be in place to address issues such as patent protection, intellectual property rights and
potential ecological risks associated with the use of GM crops.

127.

Water scarcity and efficient water management pose significant challenges to agriculture. Automated irrigation
systems offer a potential solution by enabling farmers to monitor soil moisture levels and apply water precisely when
and where it is needed. These systems utilise sensors, weather data and sophisticated control mechanisms to optimise
water usage, reduce runoff and prevent over-irrigation. By ensuring the efficient allocation of water resources,
automated water systems contribute to water conservation and sustainability in farming.

128.

While the innovations discussed offer immense potential for transforming agriculture, several challenges and
implications must be addressed for their successful implementation. Firstly, there is a need for comprehensive policies
and regulations that guide the responsible adoption of these technologies. These policies should consider factors such
as safety, privacy, environmental impact and social acceptance. Furthermore, public-awareness campaigns and
education initiatives can help bridge the gap between farmers, consumers and policymakers, fostering informed
decision-making and promoting dialogue.

129.

Additionally, ethical considerations surrounding the use of these technologies should be thoroughly evaluated. The
potential impact on biodiversity, unintended consequences on ecosystems and the long-term effects on human health
and well-being should be carefully monitored and assessed. Therefore, multidisciplinary collaborations involving
scientists, policymakers, farmers and consumers are crucial to dealing with the ethical implications of agricultural
innovations.

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Your answers:
124. 125. 126. 127. 128. 129. 130.

A Farmers need access to reliable and accurate data, sophisticated machinery and specialised knowledge to
effectively implement precision-farming practices. Additionally, issues related to data ownership, the ability to
coordinate different items of machinery with each other and standardisation must be addressed to promote the
widespread adoption of these techniques.
B Several contributors, such as climate change and population growth, put ever-increasing demands on
agriculture, particularly in developing nations, making the achievement of such aims more difficult, yet more
important. Recent innovations such as drones, GM foods and automated irrigation have emerged as promising
solutions to address the challenges faced by farmers in the modern era. Many of these innovations are fascinating and
have the potential to revolutionise farming practices.
C Agricultural innovation undoubtedly has many different aspects, but it also has the potential to revolutionise
agriculture by increasing productivity, reducing environmental impact and promoting sustainable practices. However,
their successful implementation requires careful planning, comprehensive policies and a complex understanding of the
challenges and implications involved. Through responsible adoption and appropriate regulations, these innovations
can empower farmers to meet the growing demand for food while reducing the environmental footprint of agriculture.
As we try to understand the complexities of the modern farming landscape, it is essential to prioritise sustainability,
inclusivity and ethical considerations to ensure a prosperous and resilient agricultural future.
D Once confrontation has been replaced by cooperation between these various stakeholders, the digital divide
then needs to be acknowledged and addressed. Access to technology and digital infrastructure varies across regions
and communities, potentially creating inconsistencies in the adoption and benefits of these innovations. Efforts should
be made to provide fair and equal access to technological resources, ensuring that small-scale farmers and
marginalised communities can also make use of these advancements.
E By providing real-time data and imagery, drones assist in making informed decisions about the necessary
measures and amounts, which lead to improved yield and reduced operational costs. However, the integration of
drones in farming is not without its challenges. Limited flight endurance, legal restrictions and the need for skilled
operators are factors that must be addressed to make the most of their potential. Furthermore, concerns regarding
privacy, data security and airspace regulations need to be carefully considered and managed to ensure responsible and
ethical drone usage in agriculture.
F An area that tends to be less complicated legally and ethically is that of precision farming, also known as site-
specific farming or satellite farming, which involves the use of advanced technologies to optimise agricultural
practices. Through the integration of data analytics, remote sensing and GPS technologies, precision farming enables
farmers to adapt their activities to specific areas within their fields. This approach allows for precise nutrient
application, irrigation management and planting strategies, thereby reducing waste and maximising crop yield. The
adoption of precision-farming techniques, however, requires significant investments in infrastructure and data-
management systems.
G Drawing on extensive research and data evidence, we shall explore the potential of these innovations to
enhance productivity, reduce environmental impact and promote sustainable farming practices. Furthermore, we will
highlight the importance of comprehensive policies and awareness campaigns to ensure the responsible use of these
technologies.
H However, the implementation of such automated methods necessitates careful consideration of factors such as
cost-effectiveness, compatibility with existing infrastructure and technical expertise. Farmers must assess the
suitability of these systems for their specific farming conditions and evaluate the return on investment. Moreover,
appropriate training and support should be provided to farmers to ensure proper installation, operation, and
maintenance of these systems.

WRITING (5,0 points)

Part 1. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using between three
and eight words (including the word given). DO NOT CHANGE THE WORD GIVEN. (2,0 points)
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BULLET
Despite her fear of heights, Sarah decided ………………………………………………………………… and jump.
Question 132. After breaking the vase, Mark found himself in trouble with his parents.
WATER
After the vase ………………………………………………………………………………………… with his parents.
Question 133. After facing many challenges, he decided to give up and withdraw.
THROW
After facing many challenges, he decided to …………………………………………………………… and withdraw.
Question 134. The chef prepared a delicious meal for the guests.
RESULTED
The chef’s …………………………………………………………………………………………… for the guests.
Question 135. Taking a vacation next week isn’t an option because of work commitments.
QUESTION
Going on vacation next week …………………………………………………………… to work commitments.
Question 136. She would make extraordinary efforts to help her friends whenever they needed assistance.
BACKWARD
She would ……………………………………………………… to help her friends whenever they needed assistance.
Question 137. After losing his job, he found himself in a financially precarious situation, struggling to meet basic
needs.
BREADLINE
After losing his job, he found himself ……………………………………………… and struggling to make ends meet.
Question 138. He always manages to take the largest portion of the credit, even though the team worked together.
LION
He always manages to take ……………………………………… of the credit, even though the team worked together.
Question 139. After being hit hard in the boxing match, he was knocked down and unable to continue.
COUNT
After being hit hard in the boxing match, he was ……………………………………………… and unable to continue.
Question 140. We’ll be there for the picnic, regardless of the weather conditions, because we’re excited to go
outdoors.
RAIN
We’ll be there for the picnic, ………………………………………………, because we’re excited to go outdoors.

Part 2. Write an essay of about 250-300 words about the following topic. (3,0 points)

Some people believe that to protect local culture, tourism should be banned in some areas, while others think that
change is inevitable and banning tourism will have no benefits.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.

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