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Môn: Tiếng Anh 12
Thời gian: 45phút.
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Name: ______________________

Class: 12 A2
MĐ: 101
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of the primary
stress in each of the following questions.
Question 1. A. lifestyle
B. richness
C. respect
D. custom
Question 2. A. origin
B. confusion
C. autograph
D. specialty
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in
pronunciation.
Question 3. A. landfill
B. translate
C. waste
D. paper
Question 4. A. origin
B. festivity
C. dish
D. spicy
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Question 5. Linda, could you ______ my handbag while I go out for a minute?
A. get rid of
B. keep up with
C. cut down on
D. take care of
Question 6. We
a documentary about war heroes at 8.30 P.M. last Friday.
A. watched
B. have watched
C. were watching
D. are watching
Question 7. When I was in college, I
with a man because we both shared a passion for detective novels.
A. bonded
B. devoted
C. adopted
D. attended
Question 8. Many celebrities adopt a green lifestyle,
helps the environment a lot.
A. What
B. which
C. whose
D. that
Question 9. At the age of 30, she was
with a rare form of lung cancer.
A. dedicated
B. admired
C. volunteered
D. diagnosed
Question10. Ms. Brown often uses leftovers to make her own
.
A. waste
B. container
C. compost
D. layer
Question 11. He started his career 20 years ago as _____ journalist, and today he's _____ only editor-in-chief of a
newspaper.
A. a / an
B. a / the
C. the / an
D. the / the
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined bold word(s) in
each of the following questions.
Question 12. We need to make sure plastic packaging is fully reusable and recyclable.
A. Waste
B. wrapping
C. resource
D. trash
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined bold word(s) in
each of the following questions.
Question 13. The company's sales have doubled since the introduction of new cutting-edge technology.
A. Simple
B. flexible
C. old-fashioned
D. modern
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits
from 14 to 16
Announcement of Earth Day 2024
The organisation Save Our Home would like to announce that the topic of Earth Day 2024 is “Planet versus
Plastic”. Our aim is to decrease as much plastic as (14) ______ from our daily life, so that by 2040, plastic
production will be reduced (15) ______ 60%. Here are three simple acts with an endless impact on our lives on

Earth: supporting the global plastics treaty, (16) ______ fast fashion, and joining the Great Global Cleanup.
Join us to honour and celebrate our remarkable planet on this extraordinary day.
(https://www.earthday.org/social-2024/)
Question 14. A. possible
Question 15. A. around
Question 16. A. boosting

B. impossible
B. from
B. rejecting

C. possibly
C. by
C. consuming

D. possibility
D. of
D. appreciating

Read the following advertisement / announcement and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to
indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 17 to 19
SCHOOL YOUTH UNION MESSAGE
Let's preserve our world, together!

Reduce waste (17) _______ using reusable bags and bottles.

Recycle paper, plastic, and glass.

Conserve energy by (18) _______ lights and electronics when not in use.

Plant trees and participate in clean-up events. Small actions make a big difference!
Let's (19) ______our school and environment clean and green.
.
Question 17. A. by
Question 18. A. basing on
Question 19. A. set

B. with
B. applying for
B. choose

C. in
C. turning off
C. have

D. to
D. cutting down
D. keep

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to choose the word or phrase that best fits each of
the numbered blanks from 20 to 24.
Culture shock refers to feelings of confusion or (20)_____that people may have when experiencing a new and
different culture. Culture shock can be caused by language (21)_____, unfamiliar lifestyles, different climate, or
strange food. For example, visitors to the US find it hard to get used to the local tipping culture. By contrast, tipping
in Japan can be considered rude and even (22)_____in many situations.
The best way to (23)_____culture shock is to start learning about the new culture before moving there. You should
try to focus on the positive aspects of your new experiences and keep an open mind. Learning about cultural
diversity helps understand different ways of thinking about the world, (24) ____ new knowledge and experiences,
and promote personal growth.
Question 20.
Question 21.
Question 22.
Question 23.
Question 24.

A. anxiet
A. trends
A. staple
A. blend
A. gain

B. barrier
B. barriers
B. connected
B. celebrate
B. admire

C. richness
C. mysteries
C. cultural
C. overcome
C. captivate

D. lifestyle
D. customs
D. insulting
D. reflect
D. blend

Read the following notice and circle the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct option that best fits each other
numbered blanks from 25 to 29.
Human beings are extremely diverse in very (25) ______ ways. People differ in opinions, race, nationality, gender,
age, sexuality, ethnicity, class, religion, lifestyle and so much more, yet at the very basic we are all human species.
Ideally, all people feel pain and joy (26) ______ the differences. Today, the changes in time and technology have
made it extremely impossible for any group of people to live without interacting with other outside their group.
Often, people of different cultural and geographical (27) ______ meet in international conferences, education
exchange programs, sports, etc.

Sadly, the history of mankind discriminating against each other based (28) ______ cultural differences has been
with us for ages. So many people have died or have been denied their rights because of individual greed. Properties
and economies have also been destroyed due to lack of understanding. Unfortunately, some of these occurrences are
visible even today, perpetuated by people who little understand the (29) ______ of the uniqueness of our diversity.
(Source: https://www.springbreakwatches.com)
Question 25. A. many
B. much
C. few
D. little
Question 26. A. in spite
B. although
C. despite
D. because
Question 27. A. settings
B. evidences
C. identities
D. backgrounds
Question 28. A. to
B. on
C. in
D. of
Question 29. A. import
B. important
C. importance
D. importantly
Question 30. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to make a
meaningful paragraph.
a. Cross-cultural learning has three main benefits.
b. Secondly, it allows us to learn new ways of thinking and problem-solving by exchanging ideas with others.
c. Finally, it encourages us to appreciate diversity and work together with people from various cultures
d. Firstly, it helps understand and respect different backgrounds, making us more open-minded.
e. So it is important to learn about different cultures around the world.
A. e - b - d - a - c

B. a - d - b - c - e

C. a - c - d - b - e

D. e - d - b - c - a

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.
Do you ever speak with your mouth full of food. Do you forget to cover your mouth with your hand when you
sneeze? If you are guilty of these 'crimes', then perhaps you should enroll on an Etiquette and Social Skills course.
This is not just an ordinary course. It's a course in manners. You will have lessons in good manners and how to
behave in social situations.
The person who teaches these lessons is Maggie O'Farrill at the Petite Protocol School, and her students are aged
between six and twelve years old. She thinks this is the best time to teach kids. "At this they are very easy",
O'Farrill says. "When they get older, it's harder for them to break bad habits. Children at this age want to be polite.
You can see that they're trying. Maggie instructs the children to speak properly on the phone and walk correctly, as
well as telling them about basic table manners. These classes have become popular because parents want wellbehaved children but they are too busy to teach manners at home.
So, what do the children actually think of this course? The classes have proven to be popular with most of the
children, and the teachers at school have noticed that the youngsters are treating each other with more respect. They
also feel the skills they have learnt will be useful to them in the future. Maggie O'Farrill herself believes that such
skills can be life-changing. "We'll have children growing up who value manners. Maybe we'll see a change in
direction for the better in society". That, however, remains to be seen. Only time will tell."
(Adapted from Upstream Level B1 by Virginia Evans and Lynda Edwards)
Question 31. The word “they” in paragraph 3 refer to ______
A. the students
B. the teachers
C. the skills
D. the classes
Question 32. Which of the following is TRUE, according to the passage?
A. The course in manners has led to successful breakthroughs in society.
B. The course teaches children how to conduct themselves in everyday situations.
C. The teachers have noticed that the children on the course are more confident around their peers.
D. All participants of the course have found it worthwhile.
Question 33. The word “properly” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to ______
A. thoroughly
B. effortlessly
C. fascinatingly
D. rightly
Question 34. According to paragraph 2, which of the following is stated regarding the Etiquette and Social Skills
Course?

A. Pupils at the Petite Protocol School range from toddlers to teenagers.
B. At the school, children learn to keep their elbows of the table when eating.
C. The teacher believes the children on the course are at an appropriate age for learning.
D. Parents don't view manners as important as other home-skills.
Question 35. Which could be the best title for the passage?
A. Maggie's dream
B. Mind your manners
C. Bad habits start from childhood
D. Say please and thank you
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the
Questions from 36 to 40.
In 1987, Ian Kiernan noticed an alarming amount of trash in the oceans while participating in an around the-world
sailing race. When he moved back to Australia, he organised a community event in 1989 called Clean Up Sydney
Harbour. Over 40,000 volunteers came out to clear away garbage. The next year, Kiernan made the decision to turn
the clean-up into a national event. Across Australia, it became popular, with an estimated 300,000 people spending
their day enhancing their local environment. Since then, Clean Up Australia Day has been held every year.
Over half a million volunteers participate in Clean Up Australia Day, helping to clear thousands of tons of garbage
from parks, beaches, streets, and waterways. They gather used cigarettes, glass and plastic bottles, plastic bags, and
thousands of snack food wrappers.
According to Kiernan, the amount of harmful electronic waste, such as computers and cell phones, has increased
recently. E-waste sometimes makes up 70 percent of the overall waste found in landfills as stated by Global Futures
Foundation. Given that chemicals from e-waste might cause health issues if they leak into the ground or into the
water supply, Kiernan feels that companies need to take more responsibility for the clean-up and recycling of their
products. Kiernan launched a campaign called Clean Up Mobile Phones to gather used cell phones for recycling and
reuse in an effort to deal with e-waste.
By starting Clean Up Australia Day, he brought attention to how we treat our Earth. Additionally, he united millions
of people in their goal to make the world a cleaner place. Through his perseverance and hard effort, Ian has
demonstrated that anyone who puts their mind to it can make a difference
(Adapted from Active Skills for Reading 2 by Neil Anderson)
Question 36. Which of the following can be the best title for the passage?
A. The Dangers of Electronic Waste
B. Clean-up Event in Sydney Harbour
C. The history of Global Futures Foundation
D. Small Ideas, Big Impact
Question 37. What inspired Ian Kiernan to start organising the clean-up event?
A. His desire to travel the world
B. His love for Australia
C. His participation in a sailing race
D. His interest in recycling
Question 38. What does the word “They ” in paragraph 2 refer to?
A. plastic bottles
B. volunteers
C. companies
D. sailing races
Question 39. Which of the following is NOT true about e-waste?
A. It can account for up to 70 percent of landfill waste.
B. It is well-managed in Australia.
C. It has been a growing problem over the last few years. D. It causes harm to people's health.
Question 40. What is the aim of the last paragraph?
A. To demonstrate that lots of people are helping the environment.
B. To emphasise the importance of uniting people in protecting the environment
C. To show that even one person can make a difference to the world.
D. To highlight Kiernan's significant contribution to his community

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Name: ______________________

ĐỀ KIỂM TRA GIỮA HỌC KỲ I
NĂM HỌC: 2024 -2025
Môn: Tiếng Anh 12
Thời gian: 45phút.
(Không kể thời gian phát đề)

MĐ: 102

Class: 12 A2

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three
pronunciation in each of the following questions.
Question 1. A. anxiety
B. admire
C. captivate
D. popularity
Question 2. A. efficiently
B. landfill
C. pile
D. footprint
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position primary stress
in each of the following questions.
Question 3. A. intelligent
B. appreciate
C. reusable
D. visionary
Question 4. A. integration
B. particular
C. traditional
D. identity
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Question 5. He gave us a thrilling ___________ of his experiences on the battlefield.
A. rule
B. biography
C. account
D. blockbuster
Question 6. She _______ when the alarm _______ off this morning.
A. Slept/ went
B. was sleeping/ went
C. was sleeping/was going D. slept/ was going
Question 7. Many high school students volunteered to _______ the polluted river.
A. get rid of
B. go green
C. rinse out
D. clean up
Question 8. A boy lost a watch. A woman found _______ watch and returned it to _______ boy.
A. the/ the
B. a/ the
C. the/ a
D. a/ a
Question 9. Many people are going green nowadays, _______ is good for the environment.
A. which
B. what
C. whose
D. that
Question 10. Cycling has been gaining in_______in many parts of Vietnam.
A. trend
B. popularity
C. festivity
D. origin
Question 11. Cross-cultural fashion styles help to reflect the_______ of the world.
A. origin
B. language barrier
C. richness
D. costume
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined bold word(s) in
each of the following questions.
Question 12. Single-use products provide great convenience, but they also harm the environment.
A. Contaminated
B. Decomposed
C. Reusable
D. Released
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined bold word(s) in
each of the following questions.
Question 13. Bun cha and banh my are the two most famous street foods in Vietnam because they are delicious.
A. insulting
B. unfamiliar
C. spicy
D. tasty
Read the following advertisement / announcement and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to
indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 14 to 16.
REDUCING THE WASTE YOU MAKE
Try to create less waste. Should you pack your lunch, think (14) ______ packing your food in reusable containers
with reusable spoons and forks. Try to not use baggies or straws and be sure to use (15) ______ reusable lunch box
or bag. You can learn more about packing a Waste Free Lunch with the help of an adult by (16) ______

www.wastefreelunches.org
Question 14. A. about
Question 15. A. no article
Question 16. A. visiting

(Adapted from https://www.swaco.org/)
B. at
B. a
B. going

C. on
C. an
C. coming

D. from
D. the
D. looking

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits
each of the numbered blanks from 17 to 19.
Timeless splendour: Unveiling Bui Xuan Phai's masterpieces
Discover the soulful strokes of Bui Xuan Phai at our exclusive exhibition! Dive into the colourful realm of
Vietnamese art as his masterpieces (17) ____ to life before your eyes. From bustling streets to serene landscapes,
his paintings capture the essence of a bygone era with unparalleled elegance.
Join us (18) ____ an unforgettable journey through (19) _____ artistic legacy of Bui Xuan Phai. Admission is
free, and all art enthusiasts are welcome to attend!
For more information, please contact us on info@artistryvn.com.
Question 17. A. spring
Question 18. A. to
Question 19. A. dull

B. leap
B. for
B. contemporary

C. spark
C. on
C. colourful

D. jump
D. in
D. terrified

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to choose the word or phrase that best fits each of
the numbered blanks from 20 to 24.
Festivals come with many traditions that bring happiness and joy. However, some of these (20) ___may not be
environmentally friendly, and may need to be changed for a sustainable future.
In countries such as China, India, and Japan, releasing balloons or sky lanterns provides a spectacular sight
However, the litter left behind the balloons and lanterns is hard to decompose. The frames of the lanterns can (21)
___ wild animals, and many animals mistake the balloons for food. In Australia, (22) ____ US, and many other
countries, there are fascinating firework displays that people won't want to (23) ____. However, fireworks actually
release a lot of harmful chemicals (24) ____ the air. Like sky lanterns, they can also cause fires.
(Adapted from Global Success)
Question 20.A. wishes
B. customs
C. structures
D. patterns
Question 21.A. harm
B. harmful
C. harmfully
D. harmfulness
Question 22.A. a
B. an
C. Ø
D. the
Question 23.A. watch
B. learn
C. miss
D. think
Question 24.A. to
B. into
C. for
D. on
Read the following notice and circle the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct option that best fits each other
numbered blanks from 25 to 29.
It is said that women can rule kingdoms, and some of them actually did. Below are three of the most famous queens
in world history. The queen of ancient Egypt (ruling from 51 BC to 30 BC) was most famous for her determination
and beauty. She was also very intelligent and well (25) _____ , and could speak nine languages. Queen Elizabeth I
ruled England for 45 years (1558-1603). She was (26) ____ for her strong determination and intelligence. She is
considered one of the most successful queens in British history. She (27) ____ the powerful Spanish Navy in 1588
and encouraged the development of the arts.
Catherine II was a minor German princess who became known as Catherine the Great and ruled Russia from 1762
to 1796. She was intelligent, ambitious, and (28) __________ to her adopted country. She (29)______ the Russian
Empire, adding an area of more than 500,000 square kilometres. She improved education for children and women,
and opened the first school for girls in Russia.

Question 25. A. educate
Question 26. A. bonded
Question 27. A. diagnosed
Question 28. A. dedicated
Question 29. A. prevented

B. devoted
B. admired
B. devoted
B. adopted
B. narrowed

(Adapted from Global Success)
C. adopted
D. attended
C. dedicated
D. volunteered
C. admired
D. defeated
C. defeated
D. volunteered
C. expanded
D. concentrated

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to make a
meaningful paragraph/letter in each of the following questions.
Question 30.
a. Before recycling, remember to rinse out containers and packaging to avoid contamination.
b. Compostables consist of organic waste such as fruit peels and leftover food. Collect them in the compost bin.
c. Non-recyclables, such as single-use plastics and contaminated materials, should be placed in the waste bin.
d. Recyclables include items like cardboard, packaging, and containers made of recyclable materials. Place them in
the recycling bin.
e. Then, separate your household waste into different categories: recyclables, compostables, and non-recyclables.
A. e – a – b – c – d

B. e – a – d – e – b

C. a – e – b – d – c

D. a – e – d – b – c

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the
Questions from 31 to 35.
In 1987, Ian Kiernan noticed an alarming amount of trash in the oceans while participating in an around the-world
sailing race. When he moved back to Australia, he organised a community event in 1989 called Clean Up Sydney
Harbour. Over 40,000 volunteers came out to clear away garbage. The next year, Kiernan made the decision to turn
the clean-up into a national event. Across Australia, it became popular, with an estimated 300,000 people spending
their day enhancing their local environment. Since then, Clean Up Australia Day has been held every year.
Over half a million volunteers participate in Clean Up Australia Day, helping to clear thousands of tons of garbage
from parks, beaches, streets, and waterways. They gather used cigarettes, glass and plastic bottles, plastic bags, and
thousands of snack food wrappers.
According to Kiernan, the amount of harmful electronic waste, such as computers and cell phones, has increased
recently. E-waste sometimes makes up 70 percent of the overall waste found in landfills as stated by Global Futures
Foundation. Given that chemicals from e-waste might cause health issues if they leak into the ground or into the
water supply, Kiernan feels that companies need to take more responsibility for the clean-up and recycling of their
products. Kiernan launched a campaign called Clean Up Mobile Phones to gather used cell phones for recycling and
reuse in an effort to deal with e-waste.
By starting Clean Up Australia Day, he brought attention to how we treat our Earth. Additionally, he united millions
of people in their goal to make the world a cleaner place. Through his perseverance and hard effort, Ian has
demonstrated that anyone who puts their mind to it can make a difference
(Adapted from Active Skills for Reading 2 by Neil Anderson)
Question 31. What is the aim of the last paragraph?
A. To show that even one person can make a difference to the world.
B. To emphasise the importance of uniting people in protecting the environment
C. To demonstrate that lots of people are helping the environment.
D. To highlight Kiernan's significant contribution to his community
Question 32. Which of the following is NOT true about e-waste?
A. It can account for up to 70 percent of landfill waste.
B. It has been a growing problem over the last few years.
C.It is well-managed in Australia.
D. It causes harm to people's health.
Question 33. What does the word “They ” in paragraph 2 refer to?
B. plastic bottles
B. volunteers
C. companies
D. sailing races

Question 34. What inspired Ian Kiernan to start organising the clean-up event?
B. His desire to travel the world
B. His love for Australia
C. His interest in recycling
D. His participation in a sailing race
Question 35. Which of the following can be the best title for the passage?
A. Small Ideas, Big Impact
B. Clean-up Event in Sydney Harbour
C. The history of Global Futures Foundation
D. The Dangers of Electronic Waste
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 36 to 40.
Do you ever speak with your mouth full of food. Do you forget to cover your mouth with your hand when you
sneeze? If you are guilty of these 'crimes', then perhaps you should enroll on an Etiquette and Social Skills course.
This is not just an ordinary course. It's a course in manners. You will have lessons in good manners and how to
behave in social situations.
The person who teaches these lessons is Maggie O'Farrill at the Petite Protocol School, and her students are aged
between six and twelve years old. She thinks this is the best time to teach kids. "At this they are very easy",
O'Farrill says. "When they get older, it's harder for them to break bad habits. Children at this age want to be polite.
You can see that they're trying. Maggie instructs the children to speak properly on the phone and walk correctly, as
well as telling them about basic table manners. These classes have become popular because parents want wellbehaved children but they are too busy to teach manners at home.
So, what do the children actually think of this course? The classes have proven to be popular with most of the
children, and the teachers at school have noticed that the youngsters are treating each other with more respect. They
also feel the skills they have learnt will be useful to them in the future. Maggie O'Farrill herself believes that such
skills can be life-changing. "We'll have children growing up who value manners. Maybe we'll see a change in
direction for the better in society". That, however, remains to be seen. Only time will tell."
(Adapted from Upstream Level B1 by Virginia Evans and Lynda Edwards)
Question 36.Which could be the best title for the passage?
A. Maggie's dream
B. Bad habits start from childhood
C. Mind your manners
D. Say please and thank you
Question 37. The word “they” in paragraph 3 refer to ______
A. the teachers
B. the students
C. the skills
D. the classes
Question 38. According to paragraph 2, which of the following is stated regarding the Etiquette and Social Skills
Course?
A. The teacher believes the children on the course are at an appropriate age for learning.
B. At the school, children learn to keep their elbows of the table when eating.
C. Pupils at the Petite Protocol School range from toddlers to teenagers.
D. Parents don't view manners as important as other home-skills.
Question 39. The word “properly” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to ______
A. thoroughly
B. effortlessly
C. fascinatingly
D. rightly
Question 40. Which of the following is TRUE, according to the passage?
A. The teachers have noticed that the children on the course are more confident around their peers.
B. All participants of the course have found it worthwhile.
C. The course in manners has led to successful breakthroughs in society.
D. The course teaches children how to conduct themselves in everyday situations.