SỞ GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO ĐỀ KHẢO SÁT CHẤT LƯỢNG LỚP 12

HÀ NỘI NĂM HỌC 2020 - 2021

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in
pronunciation in each of the following questions.
Question 1: A. finished B. helped C. decided D. looked
Question 2: A. presentation B. reputation C. preservation D. respectable
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 3: A. argument B. counterpart C. excellence D. dynamic
Question 4: A. attract B. promise C. divide D. invite
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: In many western cultures, the White Lily is a flower that is representativeof purity and
sweetness.
A. universal B. marvelous C. advantageous D. symbolic
Question 6: I can't figure out Daisy's attitude toward the trip - she is blowing hot and coldabout it. First
she's all excited, but then she seems reluctant to go.
A. keeps talking about trivial things B. keeps going
C. keeps changing her mood D. keeps making you confused
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: Working long hours in basement offices, the human body clock and the hormonal system can
be disrupted by artificiallight, which can cause health problems.
A. genuine B. true C. natural D. real
Question 8: Suddenly my best friends are at odds witheach other so now I have to see them separately.
A. on the outs with B. on good terms with C. in conflict with D. in disagreement with
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Question 9: Computer offer a much greater degree of _______ in the way work can be organised.
A. flexibly B. inflexible C. flexibility D. flexible
Question 10: Mr. John has just cleaned his motorbike, _______ ?
A. didn’t he B. did he C. hasn’t he D. has he
Question 11:When Rose arrived home after a day at work, _______.
A. her children were sleeping soundly B. her children slept soundly
C. her children are sleeping soundly D. her children have been sleeping soundly
Question 12: The harder students study for the test, _______.
A. the higher their score will be B. the more higher the score
C. the higher will be their score D. their scores will be higher
Question 13: Being burnt out after hard day, she sat down on a _______ sofa to relax
A. comfortable leather black B. comfortable black leather.
C. black comfortable leather D. black leather comfortable
Question 14: I’ll give you some _______ of advice that can help you escape from the trouble.
A. pieces B. sheets C. packs D. piles
Question 15: When it comes to finding a new house, all the conditions for the sake of the children such as
education and entertainment should be _______ by parents.
A. made room for B. kept pace with C. taken into account D. taken care of
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Question 16: The preparations for the Olympic Games 2022 in Beijing are on _______ according to the
committee in charge.
A. goal B. target C. progress D. aim
Question 17: We must get to the _______ of the problem and solve it once and for all.
A. root B. fruit C. seed D. stem
Question 18: Linda and I have been together through _______ in our friendship, and we won’t desert each
other now.
A. high and low B. null and void C. collar and tie D. thick and thin
Question 19: Smoking cigarettes can cause several health problems for smokers. _______ it can affect the
health of others who breathe in second-hand smoke.
A. Subsequently B. However C. Therefore D. Moreover
Question 20: “Roger, remember that you won’t be able to cancel the contract _______.”
A. as soon as you signed B. until you have signed
C. once you’ve signed D. after you are signing
Question 21: _______ , the ancient palace is still popular with modern tourists.
A. It was constructed hundreds of years ago B. Constructed hundreds of years ago
C. To have constructed hundreds of years ago D. Constructing hundreds of years ago
Question 22: The gardener told me that everything _______ by the end of the year.
A. have been planted B. had been planted
C. will have been planted D. would have been planted
Question 23: These fish live _______ small sea creatures such as the shrimps.
A. with B. from C. by D. on
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the option that best completes each of the following exchanges.
Question 24: Binh is inviting Nam to join the football club.
- Binh: “I know you are very good at playing football. Would you like to join our club?”
- Nam: “ _______.”
A. What a good friend you are! B. What do you think?
C. Yes. I am very busy D. Yeah. That’s a good idea. I’d love to
Question 25: Jane is talking to Billy about the plan for the field trip next week.
- Jane: “Are you happy with the plan we have just made?”
- Billy: “ _______.”
A. Yes, it is certainly B. Not really
C. No, have you? D. That sounds like fun
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.
People all around the world are more and more associated with social networking, (26) _____ is a
useful tool for those in the digital era. Social networking aims at promoting and aiding communication. (27)
_____, this type of technology may be doing more (28) _____ than good. It is not only changing how we
communicate, but how we associate with each other in every day life. Sarah Zay, of USA Today, expressed
that “With the growth of websites such as Facebook, social networking may be (29) _____ of replacing
traditional personal interactions for the future generation”. Traditional interactions will continue to be at risk
if we don’t (30) _____ the impacts of our social media. Social networking affects our lives in many ways,
including our communication, self- expression, bullying, isolations, companionships, and even our very own
sense of humanity.
Question 26: A. this B. it C. which D. that
Question 27: A. As a result B. Moreover C. Otherwise D. However
Question 28: A. drawbacks B. disadvantages C. benefits D. harm
Question 29: A. at danger B. on the verge C. on edge D. at risk
Question 30: A. admit B. realize C. find D. recognize

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Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the
questions.
Robots are useful for exploring and working in space. In particular, many robots have been sent to
explore Mars. Such robots have usually looked like a box with wheels. Though these expensive robots are
useful, by their very nature they are unreliable, extremely, and they break easily. Also, they cannot do many
tasks. Because of these problems, scientists have been developing a new and unusual kind of robot. These
new robots move like snakes, so they have been given the name "snakebots."
The way a snake is shaped lets it get into very small spaces, like cracks in rocks. It can also push its way
below the ground or climb up different kinds of objects, like high rocks and trees. Such abilities account for
the usefulness of a robot designed like a snake. A snakebot would be able to do these things, too, making it
much more effective than regular robots with wheels, which easily get stuck or fall over. Since theycan cary
tools, snakebots would be able to work in space, as well. They could, for example, help repair the
International Space Station.
But how can such a robot shape be made? A snakebot is built like a chain made of about thirty parts, or
modules. Each module is basically the same in that they all have a small computer and a wheel to aid
movement. The large computer in the "head" of the snake makes all of the modules in a snakebot work
together.
The modular design of the snakebot has many advantages If one module fails, another can be added
easily. Snakebot modules can also carry different kinds of tools, as well as cameras. Since each module is
actually a robot in itself, one module can work apart from the rest if necessary. That is, all the modules can
separate and move on their own, and then later, reconnect back into a larger robot. Researchers are also
trying to develop snakebots made of a special kind of plastic that can change its shape using electricity,
almost like animal muscles Snakebots made with this plastic will be very strong and hard to break.
Overall, the snakebot design is much simpler than that of common robots. Thus, snakebots will be much
less expensive to build. For example, a robot recently sent to Mars costs over hundred million dollars,
whereas snakebots can cost as little as a few hundred dollars. With their versatility and affordability,
snakebots seem to be the wave of the future, at least as far as space robots are concerned.
Question 31: What is the focus of this reading?
A. The mission of the first working snakebot. B. Similarities between snakes and robots.
C. How snakebots were invented. D. What a snakebot looks like and can do.
Question 32: What does the word in bold “they” in the second paragraph refer to?
A. Wheels B. these things C. regular robots D. snakebots
Question 33: Why are snakebots useful for exploring other planets?
A. They can move freely. B. They have many modules.
C. They will be made of plastic. D. They can fly.
Question 34: What could cause a snakebot to fail?
A. If it fell into a hole B. If its head came off
C. If all its modules were broken D. If its tail were broken
Question 35: Which of the following best describes the attitude of the author toward the new kind of robot?
A. admire B. criticize C. appreciate D. disapprove
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the
questions.
The coming decades will witness considerable changes in the way energy is supplied and utilized. In
some major oil producing nations, "peak oil" has already been reached, and they are unable to manufacture
so much oil as in the past. Consequently, many countries are focusing on the switch to a low carbon
economy considering global warming as well. This transition wiII lead to major changes in the supply and
use of electricity. To meet these challenges, countries are investing in Smart Grid technology
Smart Grid technology basically involves the application of a computer system to the electricity
network. The computer system can be used to collect information about supply and demand. With better
information about electricity demand, the network will be able to increase the amount of electricity delivered
per unit generated, leading to potential reductions in fuel needs and carbon emissions.

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 Smart Grid technology brings benefits to the consumer too. They will be able to collect real-time
information on their energy use. Varying tariffs throughout the day will give customers the incentive to use
appliances at times when supply greatly exceeds demand, leading to great reductions in bills. Smart meters
can also be connected to the internet or telephone system, allowing customers to switch appliances on or off
remotely.
However, we are facing a range of challenges related to these changes. The first involves managing the
supply and demand. Sources of renewable energy, such as wind, wave and solar, are notoriously
unpredictable, and nuclear power, which is also set to increase as nations switch to alternative energy
sources, is inflexible. With oil and gas, it is relatively simple to increase the supply of energy to match the
increasing demand during peak times of the day or year. With alternative sources, this is far more difficult,
and may lead to blackouts or system collapse. Potential solutions include investigating new and efficient
ways to store energy and encouraging consumers to use electricity at off-peak times.
Another problem is that a number of renewable power generation sources are located in remote areas,
such as windy uplands and coastal regions, where there is a lack of electrical infrastructure. New
infrastructures therefore must be built. Thankfully, with improved smart technology, this can be done more
efficiently by reducing the reinforcement or construction costs.
Though Smart Technology is still in its infancy, pilot schemes to promote and test itare already
underway. Consumers are currently testing the new smart meters which can be used in their homes to
manage electricity use. There are also a number of demonstrations being planned to show how the smart
technology could practically work, and trials are in place to test the new electrical infrastructure. Cities are
prime candidates for investment into smart energy, due to the high population density and high energy use. lt
is here where Smart Technology is likely to be promoted first, utilising a range of sustainable power sources,
transport solutions and an infrastructure for charging electrically powered vehicles. The infrastructure is
already changing fast By the year 2050, changes in the energy supply will have transformed our homes, our
roads and our behaviour
Question 36: According to paragraph 1, what has happened in some oil producing countries?
A. Global warming is more severe here than in other countries.
B. They are unwilling to sell their oil any more.
C. The supply of oil is unpredictable
D. They are not producing as much oil as they used to
Question 37: Which of the following is NOT a benefit of Smart Grid technology to consumers?
A. It can reduce the amount of energy needed to power appliances
B. It can reduce their electricity bills
C. It can allow them to turn appliances on and off when they are not at home
D. It can tell them how much energy each appliance is using
Question 38: According to paragraph 4, what is the problem with using renewable sources of power?
A. They always cause system failure and blackouts
B. They do not provide much energy
C. They do not supply a continuous flow of energy
D. They can’t be used at off-peak times
Question 39: In paragraph 6, what can be inferred about cities in the future?
A. All buildings will generate their own electricity
B. Smart Grid technology will only be available in cities
C. More people will be living in cities in the future than nowadays
D. People in cities will be using cars and buses powered by electricity
Question 40: What does the word in bold “it” in paragraph 6 refer to?
A. Energy B. Infancy C. Pilot D. Smart Technology
Question 41: The word in bold “underway” in paragraph 6 is closest in meaning to _______ ?
A. Beneficial B. Complete C. Permanent D. In progress
Question 42: What is the main idea of paragraph 6?
A. To summarise the main ideas in the previous paragraphs

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 B. To describe who will benefit from Smart Grid technology first
C. To describe how, where and when Smart Technology will be introduced
D. To outline the advantages of Smart Grid technology
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following
questions.
Question 43: Echoes occur as sound waves strike a smooth surface and bounces backwards.
A. as B. waves C. smooth D. bounces
Question 44: What happened in the center of the city were a reaction from the city workers including
firemen and policemen who had been laid off from their jobs.
A. What B. were C. including D. had been laid off
Question 45: These newly developed tablets have big batteries and are very responsibleto screen taps.
A. newly developed B. batteries C. responsible D. to screen
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the following
questions.
Question 46: I didn’t have a chance to visit my hometown until recently.
A. Recently my dream of visiting my hometown would come true.
B. Only recently did I have a chance to visit my hometown.
C. A chance to visit my hometown came up by sudden until recently.
D. Only recently I had a chance to visit my hometown.
Question 47: It is a good idea to eat as much fruit as possible in order to get enough vitamins for our bodies.
A. We can drink as much fruit juice as possible in order to get enough vitamins for our bodies.
B. We ought not to drink as much fruit juice as possible in order to get enough vitamins for our bodies.
C. We should drink as much fruit juice as possible in order to get enough vitamins for our bodies.
D. We must drink as much fruit juice as possible in order to get enough vitamins for our bodies.
Question 48: Her ambition of emulating her father’s success was realized after all of the hardship she had to
overcome without anybody’s help.
A. She attained success after sailing through the ordeals thanks to the valuable assistance from her father.
B. As she had a successful father, she did not bother to set herself a goal to achieve.
C. After getting over all obstacles by herself, she became as successful as her father, achieving her
ambition.
D. The realization of her aim did not happen until she finished all the challenging tasks set by her father
without any aid.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the
following questions.
Question 49: I did not do a careful preparation for the final test. I got the disappointing result.
A. If I hadn’t prepared carefully for the final test, I would have got the disappointing result.
B. If I had prepared carefully for the final test, I would have got the disappointing result.
C. If I didn’t prepare carefully for the final test, I would not get the disappointing result.
D. If I had prepared carefully for the final test, I wouldn’t have got the disappointing result.
Question 50: The airplane took off, then Paul realized he was on the wrong flight.
A. Not until the airplane had taken off did Paul realize he was on the wrong flight.
B. Hardly had Paul realized he was on the wrong flight when the airplane took off.
C. It was not until the airplane had taken off, did Paul realize he was on the wrong flight.
D. No sooner had the airplane taken off then Paul had realized he was on the wrong flight.
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