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PHÒNG GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO THANH THUỶ ĐỀ THI CHỌN HỌC SINH GIỎI LỚP 9 THCS NĂM HỌC: 2016-2017 MÔN: Tiếng Anh Đề chính thức Thời gian: 150 phút, không kể thời gian giao đề. Đề thi có: 05 trang SECTION A: PHONETICS I. Choose one word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the others (1 point). 1. A. natural B. nature C. native D. nation 2. A. southern B. northern C. mouths D. months 3. A. both B. cloth C. ghost D. sold 4. A. examine B. determine C. famine D. dine 5. A. sacred B. decided C. contaminated D. watered II. Choose one word whose stress pattern is different from the others (1 point). 1. A. appliance B. activity C. adventure D. average 2. A. dormitory B. category C. priority D. ordinary 3. A. compliment B. effective C. charity D. extreme 4. A. advertise B. advertisement C. teenager D. surrounding 5. A. national B. newspaper C. dormitory D. biology SECTION B: GRAMMAR & VOCABULARY III. Choose the correct answer to complete each of the following sentences (5 points). 1. - Daisy: “What a lovely house you have!” - Mary: “ .” A. Lovely, I think so B. Thank you. Hope you will drop in C. Of course not, it’s not costly D. No problem 2. Analysts suggested the country its infrastructure to get foreign investment. A. improve B. to improve C. improves D. improving 3. The children to the zoo. A. were enjoyed taken B. were enjoyed taking C. enjoyed being taken D. enjoyed taking 4. my friends were unsuccessful at the job interviews. A. Most B. The most of C. Most of D. Most out of 5. hard it is, we’ll finish solving it before you come back. A. No matter what B. How far C. No matter how D. Whichever 6. It was clear that the young couple were of taking charge of the restaurant. A. responsible B. reliable C. capable D. able 7. he loved her, he didn’t forgive her for what she had done. A. Much as B. Because C. No matter D. However 8. for the intolerable heat in the hall, we would have stayed much longer. A. If it weren’t B. Unless it were C. Hadn’t it been D. Had it not been 9. Last year, Matt earned..........................his brother A. twice as much as B. twice as many as C. twice more than D. twice as more as 10. Rarely...........about the environment enough to give up their cars A. do people care B. are people care C. people are care D. care people 11. Tom always.............the crossword in the paper before breakfast

A. makes B. writes C. does D. works 12. I do not mind your using my bike.................you take care of it A. although B. for the fear that C. provided that D. unless 13. What time are you duty? Let’s have a coffee after that. A. over B. on C. off D. out of 14. Don’t give up your harboring dream. working harder and harder. A. Try out B. Keep on C. Speed up D. Go off 15. It’s been a good year. I’ve written two books and a couple of articles, and are now in print. A. both of which B. both of them C. all of which D. all of them 16. The meal Mary cooked tastes . A. well B. badly C. good D. worse 17. at the party, we saw Ruth standing alone. A. Arriving B. We arrived C. Arrived D. We were arriving 18. He was turned down for the job because he is _. A. qualified B. qualifying C. unqualified D. qualification 19. Everyone hopes to pass the next final exam, ? A.doesn’t he B. hasn’t he C. haven’t they D. don’t they 20. had booked in advance were allowed in. A. Only who B. Only those who C. Only who were those D. Only were those who 21. They hardly believe him and ................ A. so do I B. neither do I C. I do, too D. I believe him 22. The house was .............building. A. a stone nice old B. a nice old stone C. a nice stone old D. an old nice stone 23. At the moment she's considering _ a car. A. buying B. to buy C. to buying D. buy 24. She.................her neighbor’s children for the broken window A. accused B. complained C. blamed D. denied 25. I don’t think we have very much......................., we are very different people A. together B. in common C. the same D. similar IV. Identify the error in the following sentences by circling A, B, C or D (2 points) 1. (A)Because the expense of (B)traditional fuels, many countries (C )have been investigating alternative (D)sources of power.. 2. Mrs. Barnes, (A) who was so (B)proud of her new car, (C) drove to work when the accident (D)suddenly happened and damaged her car. 3. The (A)oceans contain many (B)forms of life that (C)has not (D)yet been discovered. 4. (A)Not only my teacher (B)but also my close friend (C)are (D)here. 5. (A) Dislike the gorilla, the (B) male adult chimpanzee weighs(C) under 100 (D)kilograms. 6. (A)Among the people (B) present at the bar, the police (C)suspected a (D)thirty-years-old man 7. Tom drove (A)past (B)the police’s station (C)on his (D)way to work 8. (A)After driving for twenty miles, he suddenly (B)realized that he (C)has been driving (D)in the wrong direction. 9. So far Linda(A) has been writing 5 novels(B) on the problems (C)teenagers have to (D)cope with in the new world.

10. Pele, (A)from Brazil, is (B)considered one of the (C)greatest football (D)player of all time. V. Supply the correct form of the words in bracket (1 point) 1. The committee has made some ..........................changes for the better (DECIDE) 2. Do you know that the ..................of the awards are coming on Sunday? (RECEIVE) 3. She thinks chatting on the Internet is.......................(TIME-CONSUME) 4. John went to bed early because he had had a day. ( TIRE) 5. The professor explained his idea with great . ( CLEAR) VI. Supply the correct form and tense of the verbs in brackets (1 point) 1. You (stop) by a policeman if you try to cross the road now. 2. She wishes she ( not give ) them her phone number last week. 3. Would you be so kind as (switch off)………….. the lights when leaving? 4. It’s imperative that the wildlife program ( broadcast)……… 5. Had it not been for her sickness, she (go out)................................ with me to the party SECTION C: READING VII. Fill in each blank with a suitable word (2 points) Nowadays people are more aware that wildlife all over the world is in (1) ..................... Many species of animals are threatened, and could easily become extinct if we do not (2)........................an effort to protect them. There are many reasons for this. In some cases, animals are hunted for their fur or for other (3)..................... parts of their bodies. Some birds, such as parrots, are caught alive, and sold (4).............pets. For many animals and birds, the problem is that their (5)........................- the place where they live is disappearing. More land is (6)...................for farms, houses or industry, and there are fewer open spaces (7)..........there once were. Farmers use powerful chemicals to help them grow better crops, (8)..................these chemicals pollute the environment and harm wildlife. The most successful animals on earthhuman (9)......................- will soon be the only ones left, unless we can (10)....................this problem. VIII. Read the passage and choose the best option to complete the passage (2 points) One step beyond automated machines is the (1) robot, the heart and brain (2) which is the microcomputer. Unlike most automated machines, industrial robots can (3) programmed to do a variety of tasks (4) are usually accomplished by human factory workers. Like their human (5) , industrial robots can be switched from one job to (6) and can be programmed to (7) new tasks. Thus, robots have found their greatest use in assembling (8) components. However, they are swiftly branching (9) basic assembly operations to construction and mining, and their (10) wonderful use of all is the exploration of oceans and outer space. 1. a. industry b. industrial c. industrialize d. industrialization 2. a. of b. in c. from d. for 3. a. to be b. be c. is d. being 4. a. who b. whom c. whose d. that 5. a. combination b. counterpart c. evaluation d. abolishment 6. a. some b. any c. another d. others 7. a. handle b. expose c. judge d. compare 8. a. mechanic b. mechanical c. mechanics d. mechanization 9. a. for b. onto c. from d. forward 10. a. most b. best c. worse d. less

IX. Read the following passages and choose the best answers to each questions (1 point) People usually complain that they never have enough time to accomplish tasks. The hours and minutes seem to slip away before many planned chores get done. According to time management experts, the main reason for this is that most people fail to set priorities about what to do first. They get tied down by trivial; time-consuming matters and never complete the important ones. One simple solution often used by those at the top is to keep lists of tasks to be accomplished daily. These lists order jobs from most essential to least essential and are checked regularly through the day to access progress. Not only is this an effective way to imagine time, but also it serves to give individuals a much-deserved sense of satisfaction over their achievements. People who do not keep lists often face the end of the work with uncertainty over the significance of their accomplishments, which over time can contribute to serious problems in mental and physical health. 1. Which of the following is the best title for the passage? A. Common Complains About Work B. Accomplishing Trivial Matters C. Achieving Job Satisfaction D. Learning To Manage Time 2. According to the passage, why do many people never seem to have enough time to accomplish things? A. They do not prioritise tasks. B. They get tied down by one difficult problem. C. They fail to deal with trivial matters. D. They do not seek the advice of time management experts. 3. In paragraph 2, the word those refer to: A. daily lists B. trivial matters C. priorities D. people 4. The passage states that one solution to time management problems is to: A. consult a time management expert B. accomplish time-consuming matters first C. keep daily lists of priorities and check them regularly. D. spend only a short time on each task. 5. The paragraph following the passage most probably discusses: A. mental and physical health problems. B. another solution to time management problems C. ways to achieve a sense of fulfillment. D. different types of lists. SECTION D: WRITING: X. Sentence transformation (2 points) Rewrite the following sentences in such a way that the second sentence has the same meaning as the first one 1. It’s my opinion that you should take more exersise. If I were............................................................................................................................. 2. He never suspected that the money had been stolen. At no time ........................................................................................................................ 3. You have ridden a horse before, haven’t you? Have………………………………………………………………………………......... 4. I’m quite happy to look after the baby for you.

I don’t................................................................................................................................ 5. Vietnamese women continue to wear the fashionable Ao dai. The fashionable Ao dai……………………………………………..………………...... 6. “Would you like to go to the concert with me tonight?” Peter said to Ann. Peter invited…..……………………………..………..………………........................... 7. He was annoyed because his son often came home late. He objected.................................................................................................................... 8. She dances beautifully and she sings sweetly, too. Not only ....................................................................................................................... 9. Thomas and David are very good friends. Thomas and David get..................................................................................................... 10. Driving on the left is strange and difficult for Americans. Americans aren't.............................................................................................................. XI. Sentence building (2 points) Use the following sets of words and phrases to write a letter. Make all the changes and additions if necessary. Dear Na, 1. I/ already/ arrive home/ New York ………………………………………………………………………………………… 2. It/ happy/ see/ whole family again. ………………………………………………………………………………………… 3. Thank/ for/ lovely time/ you/ house ………………………………………………………………………………………… 4. It/ kind/ you/ show me so much/ hometown ………………………………………………………………………………………… 5. I/ really impressed/ friendliness/ your people ………………………………………………………………………………………… 6. mountainous sights/ make/ deep impression/ me ………………………………………………………………………………………… 7. I still remember/ invited/ eat/ sour meat/ and / it/ delicious ………………………………………………………………………………………… 8. your homeland/ beautiful/ so/ I wish/ have a chance/ visit/ again ………………………………………………………………………………………… 9. If/ you/ time/ write/ me ………………………………………………………………………………………… 10. I / look / hear / you/. Give/ regards/ parents ………………………………………………………………………………………… Love, Daisy

.....Hết.... Họ và tên thí sinh:.......................................SBD:.......... Cán bộ coi thi không cần giải thích gì thêm./.

PHÒNG GIÁO DỤC & ĐÀO TẠO THANH THUỶ HƯỚNG DẪN CHẤM THI HỌC SINH GIỎI LỚP 9 THCS NĂM HỌC: 2016-2017 MÔN: Tiếng Anh SECTION A: PHONETICS I. Choose one word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the others (1 point)0.2 point for each correct answer 1. A 2. D 3. B 4. D 5. D II. Choose one word whose stress pattern is different from the others (1 point). 0.2 point for each correct answer 1. D 2. C 3. D 4. A 5. D SECTION B: GRAMMAR & VOCABULARY III. Choose the correct answer to complete each of the following sentences (5 points)- 0.2 point for each correct answer 1. B 6. C 11. C 16. C 21. B 2. A 7. A 12. C 17. A 22. B 3. C 8. C 13. C 18. C 23. A 4. C 9. A 14. B 19. D 24. C 5. C 10. A 15. D 20. B 25. B IV. Identify the error in the following sentences by circling A, B, C or D (2 points)0.2 point for each correct answer 1. A 2. C 3. C 4. C 5. A 6. D 7. B 8. C 9. A 10. D V. Supply the correct form of the words in bracket (1 point)- 0.2 point for each correct answer 1. decisive 2. recipients 3. time- consuming 4. tiring 5. clarity VI. Supply the correct form and tense of the verbs in brackets (1 point)- 0.2 point for each correct answer 1. will be 2. had not 5. would have 3. to switch off 4. (should) be stopped given broadcast gone out SECTION C: READING VII. Fill in each blank with a suitable word (2 points)- 0.2 point for each correct answer 1. danger 2. make 3. valuable 4. as 5. habitat 6. used 7. than 8. but 9. beings 10. solve VIII. Read the passage and choose the best option to complete the passage (2 points) - 0.2 point for each correct answer 1. b 2. a 3. b 4. d 5. b 6. c 7. a 8. b 9. c 10. a IX. Read the following passages and choose the best answers to each questions (1 point)- 0.2 point for each correct answer 1. D 2.A SECTION D: WRITING:

3. D

4.C

5.B

X. Sentence transformation (2 points)- 0.2 point for each correct answer Rewrite the following sentences in such a way that the second sentence has the same meaning as the first one 1. If I were you, I would take more exersise 2.At no time did he suspect that the money had been stolen 3. Have you ridden a horse before? 4. donâ€™t mind looking after the baby for you 5. The fashionable Ao dai continues to be worn by Vietnamese women. 6. Peter invited Ann to go to the concert with him that night 7. He objected to his son/his sonâ€™s coming home late 8. Not only does she dances beautifully, but she also sings sweetly 9. Thomas and David get along/ on very well (with each other) 10. Americans aren't used to driving on the left XI. Sentence building (2 points)- 0.2 point for each correct answer Use the following sets of words and phrases to write a letter. Make all the changes and additions if necessary. 1. I have already arrived home in New York. 2. It is happy to see my/the whole family again. 3. Thank you very much for the lovely time with you in your house. 4. It was very kind of you to show me so much of your hometown. 5. I was really impressed by the friendliness of your people. 6. The mountainous sights made/ have made a deep impression on me. 7. I still remember being invited to eat sour meat and it was very delicious. 8. Your homeland is beautiful, so I wish I would have a chance to visit it again. 9. If you have time, (please) write to me. 10. I look/ am looking forward to hearing from you. Give my regards to your parents.

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KỲ THI CHỌN HỌC SINH GIỎI LỚP 9 CẤP TRƯỜNG NĂM HỌC 2016-2017 ĐỀ THI MÔN: TIẾNG ANH Thời gian: 150 phút (không kể thời gian giao nhận đề) Ngày kiểm tra: 20/9/2016

TRƯỜNG THCS KHẢ PHONG ĐỀ CHÍNH THỨC

B. terrible B. pleasant B. terrific B. quiet

C. great C. boring C. wonderful C. enjoyable

D. nice D. interesting D. beautiful D. suitable

II. Four hotel guests are calling for a taxi. Are these statements True or False? Listen and check ( ) the appropriate box. You are allowed to listen to the recorder TWICE (0,8 pts) TRUE FALSE 5. The caller’s flight leaves in four hours. 6. The caller wants to go to another hotel. 7. The caller needs to catch a train. 8. The caller’s friend is going to have a baby soon. B. WORD SOUND AND STRESS PATTERN (2 pts) I. Choose the word with the different pronunciation of the underline part (1 pt) 9. A. naked

B. crooked

C. packed

D. wicked

10. A. relationship

B. recommend

C. resident

D. revolution

11. A. exchange 12. A. delivery

B. charity B. wilderness

C. teacher C. rhino

D. chorus D. philosophy

13. A. Threaten

B. Earth

C. Healthy

D. Northern

II. Choose the word in each line that has different stress pattern (1 pt) 14. A. telephone

B. facility

C. reference

D. precaution

15. A. energy

B. pedestrian

C. institute

D. document

16. A. historic

B. economic

C. afternoon

D. entertainment

17. A. accuracy

B. interestingly

C. efficiency

D. dangerously

18. A. economic

B. experience

C. invitation

D. introduction

C. VOCABULARY AND GRAMMAR (6,4 pts) I. Choose the best answer by circling its corresponding letter A, B, C or D (3 pts) 19. Shhh. I hear someone A. interesting

B. thinking

from the distance. Do you hear anything? C. boring

D. crying

20. We looked for him everywhere but he was nowhere_ A. to be seen

B. saw

21. The man and his pets A. which

C. seeing

D. seen

are playing in the garden look so happy.

B. who

C. that

22. John is working in a factory. His job is A. repairing

D. B and C

broken machines.

B. repaired

C. to repair

23. If he had not been absent yester day, everything

D. repair _

A. would be ok at the moment.

B. wouldn’t ok at present.

C. won’t be alright now.

D. wouldn have been ok now.

24. The letter must have been written_ A. by

different languages.

B. in

C. with

25. We all believe that the survival girl A. was

better then.

B. is

C. be

26. The more paper we save, the A. fewer

B. less

C. smaller

B. usage

C. to use

B. those days

C. so long

A. go by

D. just now

since the country became independent

B. done

30. Don’t let a good chance

D. use

I have not had a reply.

29. A lot of progress has been A. created

D. more

in almost all offices nowaday.

28. I wrote to them a fortnight ago but A. as yet

D. to be

wood we use for making it.

27. Computers are products made for A. using

D. of

C. built

D. made

C. go down

D. go over

B. go off

31. The trees A. were grown by John yesterday in the backyard. C. were grown in the backyard yesterday by John. 32. I did not use to like football. A. I do not like football. C. Once I didn’t like football, but now I do.

B. were grown in the backyard by John yesterday. D. in the backyard were grown yesterday by John. B. When I was young I liked football, but now I don’t. D. I was not accustomed to football.

33. ‘Would you like some coffee?’ Peter asked me. A. Peter asked me if I liked coffee. B. Peter offered to give me some coffee. C. Peter asked me to make him a cup of D. Peter wanted to know if I would like to coffee. make coffee. II. Give the correct form of the verbs in parentheses (1 pt)

34. Our boss suggested that the trip to the countryside (delay) 35. She stopped talking about her illness and went on 36. The casstle looks so old that it needs (repair) 37.

untill next month.

_(work). .

(make) of metal, the gate is quite safe.

38. Could you tell me the name of the man (make)

a speech on the stage?

- I have no idea. Write your answers here: 34.

35.

37.

38.

36.

III. Complete the sentences with the correct prepositions (1 pt) 39. The city was covered

smoke from the burns nearby.

40. The police said a notorious criminal was involved _the robbery. 41. For most North American household lighting accounts for 10 percent to 15 percent of the electricity bill. However, this amount can be reduced by replacing an ordinary 100. watt light bulb an energy saving bulb. 42. The weather is terribly hot, so many boys run to the rivers, jump and swim. 43. Ho Chi Minh devoted all his life to the struggle the liberation of our country. Write your answers here: 39.

40.

42.

43.

41.

IV. Give the correct forms of words in the brackets (1,4 pts) YOUR ANSWERS 44. The examination is of great importance to the students of grade 9. (ENTER)

44.

45. Mispronunciation in speaking a language usually leads to . (UNDERSTAND)

45.

46. Most of the banks are now

46.

47. We are waiting for the

_. (COMPUTER) of his plane. (ARRIVE)

47. 48. Women nowadays have more social activities. (FREE)

to participate in

48.

49. She made a deep (IMPRESS)

on the members of her class. 49.

50. He is one of the most famous_ (ENVIRONMENT)

in the world.

50.

D. READING COMPREHENSION (5 pts) I. Read, then choose the best answer by circling the corresponding letter A, B, C, or D (2 pts) Radar is an electronic device that can â€œseeâ€? great distances (51) fog, rain, snow, cloud, and darkness. It can find and (52) locate missiles, aircraft, ships, cities, rainstorms, and mountains. Radar uses radio waves, (53) light waves, which the human eye uses in seeing. This makes it (54) _for radar to locate many kinds of objects at (55) _greater distances than the eye can see. Radar became an important military device during World War II. Today, networks of radar lookout stations guard the United States and Canada 24 hours a day against (56) missiles and airplanes. Patrol planes and ships (57) _the oceans with radar for hostile ships and aircraft. Airports use radar to (58) planes safety to earth in fog or storms. Ships use it to steer clear of other (59) _or icebergs. Radar helps weathermen warn of (60) hurricanes or tornadoes. 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60

A. in spite A. cure A. instead of A. possibility A. well A. long range A. use A. find A. vessel A. to approach

B. despite B. exact B. in addition B. possible B. farther B. low range B. find B. take B. vessels B. approaches

C. though C. accurately C. in stead C.possibly C. far C. ranged C. seek C. guide C. sail C. approach

D. although D. accurate D. in addition to D. can D. further D. length range D. search D. guidance D. sails D. approaching

II. Fill in each numbered blank with a suitable word (2 pts) ADVICE BEFORE STARTING WORK In these days of high unemployment, it is often difficult (61) young people to find a job. If they are lucky (62) to be asked to go for an interview, they may find (63) there are at least 20 other applicants for the (64) . If a company is thinking of offering (65) a job, they will ask you for at least one reference from either your previous employer (66) someone who knows you well. (67) taking up your job, you may have to sign a contract. You will probably have to do some training, (68) helps you to do the job more successfully. Once you have decided that this is your chosen career, you will then have to work (69) to try and get promotion, which usually brings more responsibility and more money! If you are unlucky, you may be made redundant, and not be able to find (70) job. It is also a good idea to pay some money into a pension scheme, which will help you to look after yourself and your family when you are retired. Finally, good luck! Write your answers here:

61.

62.

63.

64.

65.

66.

67.

68.

69.

70. III. Read the passage and choose the best answer A, B, C or D (1 pt) In the future, maybe all cars that run on petrol will be replaced by solar cars, which have been around for a while, but with recent developments in solar car design and the measurement of photovoltaic cells becoming smaller, the dream of a truly efficient solar car is more reality than fantasy. A solar car is a vehicle powered by photovoltaic cells, also called solar cells, which convert sunlight (light energy) into electrical energy. As a source of energy on earth, there is nothing like the sun: in a mere one thousandth of one second (.001), the sun emits enough energy to fulfill our planet's energy needs for the next 5,000 years. It is a staggering fact, and an exciting one. Since the energy from the sun is responsible for renewable resources such as wind, tides, and heat, solar energy seems to offer the brightest future for not only cars, but for the entire energy crisis. Despite the appearance that solar energy may be the least feasible among the current crop of alternative fuel propositions, new solar powered devices and more specifically solar powered cars are beginning to be developed. How do Solar. Cars work? The photo-voltaic cells absorb photons from sunlight. This action generates heat, which the cells then convert into electrical energy and stores in an on-board battery. This process of conversion is called the photovoltaic effect. Not surprisingly, such a vehicle has zero emissions, and is very environmentally friendly. Unfortunately, at the moment photovoltaic cells are extremely inefficient, yet as time progresses the efficiency of these cells will grow. This will make solar energy and solar cars the fuel and car of the future-a closer reality. 71. According to the text,

A. up to now, we have designed some solar cars.

B. solar cars have been very popular for many years.

C. we have not produced any solar cars yet.

D. solar cars are not as much appreciated as other kinds of car.

72. A solar car is supplied power from A. gas B. petrol

. C. photovoltaic cells

73. Which can not help us to solve the problem of energy crisis? A. wind B. tide C. the sun 74. According to the text,

D. electricity D. heat from the moon

A. no powered solar devices have been developed so far.

B. besides solar car, we have also developed solar powered device.

C. solar energy plans are more feasible than wind energy plans.

D. tide can supply more energy than the sun.

75. The photovoltaic effect is

A. the process of operating a solar car.

B. the process of absorbing photons from the sun.

C. the developing of solar cars and solar powered devices.

D. the converting of heat from the sun into electricity.

E. WRITE (5 pts) I. Rewrite the sentences so as to have the same meaning (1,8 pts) 76. We could not have succeeded without my father’s money. => If it.............................................................................................................................................. 77. One runner was too exhausted to complete the last lap of the race. => One runner was so............................................................................................................... 78. Even though his legs were broken, he managed to get out of the burn. => In spite.......................................................................................................................................... 79. The room was so small that we couldn’t live in it together. => It was...................................................................................................................................... 80. Mark may not be very well but he still manages to enjoy life. =>Mark’s poor............................................................................................................... 81. The guest didn’t tell us why he had behaved so strangely at the ceremony. => The reason why ............................................................................................................ 82. Keeping calm is the secret of passing your driving test. => As long as.................................................................................................................................... 83. We left quietly so that we would not disturb the children. => So as......................................................................................................................................... 84. The robber wore dark glasses so that no one would recognize him. => The robber avoided................................................................................................................ II. Find out the mistakes. Underline and correct them. (Each sentence has only one mistake) (1,4 pts) Incorrect sentences

Correction

85. After living in London for two months, my brother got use to drive on the left.

85.

86. Kangaroos, that can be seen everywhere in Australia, have long tails.

86.

87. A few tiles on Skylab were the only equipments that failed to perform well in outer space.

87.

88. The next important question we have to decide is when we have to submit the proposal.

88.

89. He driver of the car was serious injured in the accident.

99.

90. When you are on orbit, You will be able to get out of your seat

and walk on the car bin.

90.

91. One person out of seven in the world can speak English so fluently as the native speakers can.

91.

92. He started working as an editor 10 years ago but now he knows as a famous MC.

92.

III. Write an essay (1,6 pt) Some people say that wearing uniform is necessary for all students when they are at school while others complain that it is not necessary to do so. Give your opinion about this statement ( IN ABOUT 120-150 WORDS.) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….

PHÒNG GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO HUYỆN KIM BẢNG TRƯỜNG THCS KHẢ PHONG

HƯỚNG DẪN CHẤM THI KỲ THI CHỌN HỌC SINH GIỎI LỚP 9 NĂM HỌC 2016-2017 Môn: Tiếng Anh 9 Ngày kiểm tra: 20/9/2016

A. LISTEN (1,6 pts) I. People are talking about their weekends. How was each person’s weekend? Listen and circle the correct answer. You are allowed to listen to the recorder TWICE (0,8 pts) 1. C 2. B 3. A 4. C II. Four hotel guests are calling for a taxi. Are these statements True or False? Listen and check ( ) the appropriate box. You are allowed to listen to the recorder TWICE (0,8 pts) 5. False

6. False

7. True

8. False

B. WORD SOUND AND STRESS PATTERN (2 pts) I. Choose the word with the different pronunciation of the underline part (1 pt) 9. C 10. A 11. D 12. C 13. D II. Choose the word in each line that has different stress pattern (1 pt) 14. C 15. B 16. A 17. C 18. B C: VOCABULARY AND GRAMMAR (6,4 pts) I. Choose the best answer by circling its corresponding letter A, B, C or D (3 pts) 19. D 20. A 21. C 22. C 23. A 24. B 25. C 26. B 27. C 28. A 29. D 30. A 31. B 32. C 33. B II. Give the correct form of the verbs in parentheses (1 pt) 34. would be delayed/ should be 35. working 36. repairing delay III. Complete the sentences with the correct prepositions (1 pt)

37. made

38. making

39. with 40. in 41. with 42. into 43. for IV. Give the correct forms of words in the brackets (1,4 pts) 44. entrance 45. misunderstanding 46. computerized 47. arrival 48. freedom 49. impression 50. environmentalists D. READING COMPREHENSION (5 pts) I. Read, then choose the best answer by circling the corresponding letter A, B, C, or D (2 pts) 51. B 52. C 53. A 54. B 55. C 56. A 57. D 58. C 59. B 60. D II. Fill in each numbered blank with a suitable word (2 pts) 61. for 62. enough 63. that 64. job 66. or 67. Before 68. which 69. hard

65. you 70. another

III. Read the passage and choose the best answer A, B, C or D (1 pt) 71. A

72. C

73. D

74. B

75. D

E. WRITE (5 pts) I. Rewrite the sentences so as to have the same meaning (1,8 pts) 76. => If it hadn’t been for my father’s money, we couldn’t / wouldn't have succeed. If it hadn't had my my father’s money, we couldn’t / wouldn't have succeed. 77. => One runner was so exhausted that he/she couldn’t complete the last lap of the race. 78. => In spite of his broken leg, he managed to get out of the burn. => In spite of being broken legs, he managed to get out of the burn. => In spite of the fact that his legs were broken, he managed to get out of the burn. 79. => It was such a small room that we couldn’t live in it together. 80. => Mark’s poor health can’t prevent him from enjoying his life 81. => The reason why he had behaved so strangely at the ceremony was not told (by the guest).

82. => As long as you keep calm, you can pass your driving test. => As long as keeping calm, you can pass your driving test. 83. => So as not to disturb the children, we left quietly. 84. => The robber avoided being recognized by wearing dark glasses. II. Find out the mistakes. Underline and correct them. (Each sentence has only one mistake) (1,4 pts) 85. drive -> driving

86. that -> which

87. equipments -> equipment

88. decide -> answer/ make

89. He -> The

90. on orbit -> in orbit

91. so - > as

92. knows – is known

III. Write a an essay (1,6 pt) - Organization: (Bố cục bài luận rõ ràng, đầy đủ 3 phần: mở bài, thân bài, kết luận) (0, 3 pts) - Discourse: (Thể hiện khả năng viết mạch lạc, chặt chẽ; nối kết câu, chuyển mạch tốt) (0, 5 pts) - Sentence structure (morphology, vocabulary and spelling): Cấu trúc câu, ngữ pháp, từ vựng; câu linh hoạt (đơn, phức.) (0, 5 pts) - Ideas: (Ý hay, phong phú, biểu đạt nội dung liên quan chặt chẽ với chủ đề của đề thi) (0, 3 pts) Note: Bài viết không có lỗi chính tả và dưới 2 lỗi ngữ pháp được cho điểm tối đa. THE END _

UBND THÀNH PHỐ ĐÀ NẴNG SỞ GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO

Số phách do Chủ tịch Hội đồng chấm thi ghi

KÌ THI CHỌN HỌC SINH GIỎI LỚP 9 NĂM HỌC 2015 - 2016

*************************************

MÔN TIẾNG ANH

ĐỀ CHÍNH THỨC

Thời gian làm bài: 120 phút Ngày thi: 25 tháng 02 năm 2016

Họ tên và chữ ký giám khảo Bằng số

Giám khảo 1:

Điểm Bằng chữ

Giám khảo 2: Đề thi gồm 05 trang. Học sinh làm bài trên đề thi và ghi câu trả lời vào ô trống tương ứng cho mỗi câu hỏi.

SECTION A: LISTENING

You will hear a conversation between a customer and a booking officer at a theater. Listen to the recording twice and complete the form below with ONE WORD and/or A NUMBER for each answer. THEATRE ROYAL PLYMOUTH Booking form Performance: the (0) Impostor Date:

Saturday (1)…………………………

Time:

(2)………………………………………

Tickets:

three adults and one child

Seats in:

the (3)…………………………………

Method of delivery:

post

Total payment:

(4) £……………………………………

Card detail:

+ Type :

(5)…………………………………

+ Number : (6)………………………………… + Name : Mr.(7)………………………………… Address:

(8)………………………… Street, London. (9)…………………………………

Additional requests:

+ put on the mailing list + book (10)……………………………………..

SECTION B:

USE OF ENGLISH

I. Choose the best answer to complete the sentence or do the task as directed. Write your answer (A, B, C or D) in the box provided. 1. 2. 3.

Jessica has left, I’m afraid. A. already B. yet C. still D. so far Eva wanted to pursue a career in acting, she couldn’t find a job. A. However B. Therefore C. Despite D. Although Students go in there – it’s the headmaster’s study and it’s locked. A. shouldn’t B. needn’t C. mustn’t D. couldn’t Page 1 of 5

4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20.

Elizabeth to bed around eleven o’clock. A. usually goes B. is usually going C. is usually gone D. goes usually There’s no in my suitcase for your clothes as well! A. place B. room C. area D. section It was impossible for anyone in that room because there was so much noise from the club opposite. A. to sleep well B. to well sleep C. sleeping well D. well sleeping This is the third time Romeo and Juliet in this theatre. A. has performed B. performed C. are performed D. has been performed The resort was I had expected. A. much busier than C. much busier that B. much more busy than D. much more busy that The water was not to swim in for more than a few minutes. A. such warm B. too warm C. enough warm D. warm enough If you want to something useful, why don’t you dinner instead of just sitting there? A. create/ make B. do/ make C. make/ make D. do / create Every morning, we ready for school by ourselves. A. go B. carry C. prepare D. get Which computer do you buying? A. expect B. wish C. want D. advise Eric always the time playing on his computer when he was a boy. A. would rather spend C. had better spend B. used to spend D. is used to spending - “The Internet connection isn’t working again.” - “Really? the Helpdesk.” A. I’ll phone B. I am phoning C. I phoned D. I’m going to phone I still have two really friends from my primary school days. C. near D. grand A. close B. next The new guy, Joe, seems to get well with the team. A. in C. up D. out B. on Choose the word which has the different stress pattern. A. effect B. litter C. legend D. accent Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the others. A. contaminate B. collapse C. forest D. pollutant Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the others. A. museum B. poison C. visual D. disaster Choose the incorrect part indicated by A, B, C or D in the following sentence. I remember seeing a whale for first time – it was a fantastic experience. A B C D

Answers

1. 11.

2. 12.

3. 13.

4. 14.

5. 15.

6. 16.

7. 17.

8. 18.

9. 19.

10. 20.

II. Use the right form of the words given in bold to complete the spaces in the following sentences. Write your answers in the blank provided. 1. The teacher gave the children a detailed ………………… of the story.

(explain)

2. How ………………. are the local weather forecasts?

(rely)

3. The offices are …………….. located just a few minutes from the main station.

(convenience)

4. Not finishing that race was the most …………… lesson I have had.

(value)

5. There is a well-……………… saying, “School days are the best days of your life.”

(knowledge)

6. Unluckily, I …………..….. the instructions and answered too many questions.

(understand) Page 2 of 5

7. The ……………… for the festival in my town are an extremely exciting time.

(prepare)

8. This Olympic athlete is regarded as a ……………. of the youth of her generation. (represent) 9. For the more ….…………. tourists, there are trips into the mountains with a local guide. (adventure) 10. Thanks for your invitation to your party. It was a truly ………….…. experience.

(forget)

Answers 1.

10.

III. Select ONE suitable phrasal verb from the list to complete each of the sentences. Make any changes to the form of the verb when necessary. There are two extra phrasal verbs. Write your answers in the box provided. put away – get back – look in – goes by – ask for – put off – turn back 1. When you arrive,

Jane.

2. She has a few thousand dollars

for her retirement.

3. The weather became so bad that they had to 4. I’ll find out and

to you.

5. Things will get easier as time

Answers

. 3.

IV. Complete each sentence with a suitable word, beginning with the letter given. Write your answers in the box provided. Answers 1.We are looking for someone who is reliable and h_ _ _- working.

1. ………………….

2.The air was p_ _ _ _ _ _ _ by smoke from the factory.

2. ………………….

3. Ride carefully! I paid a great d_ _ _ of money for that bicycle.

3. ………………….

4.I heard an interesting p_ _ _ _ of news on the radio this morning – they’re

4. ………………….

giving us a day’s holiday next month. 5.There was a general e_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ that he would win.

5. ………………….

V. Read the text and look carefully at each line. There is an unnecessary word in some lines. Tick () the lines which are correct and pick out the unnecessary words. Write your answers on the corresponding lines provided.

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.

I’ve been traveling round Europe all summer. It’s the first time I’ve ever been going abroad, and I’ve had a fantastic time! I’ve seen loads of interesting places and I have also made loads of new friends. I’ve been decided to stay in touch with them now I’m back. One of them, Giselle, is French. She was making on holiday, too. We now send text messages to each other all the time. They’re usually in English because my French isn’t very good! I’m planning to have visit her in France next year sometime. I hope I can. I am love meeting people from other countries! I want to have had lots of friends from all over the world! Travelling certainly broadens the mind but it is also broadens your circle of friends!

Answers

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SECTION C:

READING COMPREHENSION

I. Read the passage and choose the best word to fill in each blank. Write your answers (A, B, C or D) in the box provided. My sister and brother-in-law, Nell and Toti, (1) a circus. It is (2) Gifford Circus, and it tours some of the loveliest parts of south-west England. Circuses have always been a part of Nell’s life, even (3) we were children. When she (4) Toti, she was working in one of the most popular circuses in Europe. If the word “circus” reminds you (5) images of clowns and lions, think again. The show is (6) on traditional travelling circuses and aimed at a rural audience. There are no wild animals, but horses (7) a leading role in performances, (8) are a mixture of theatre, dance, traditional circus acts and clowns, all (9) by a circus band. I have visited Nell at the circus a lot, but this time I am going to (10) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.

A. A. A. A. A. A. A. A. A. A.

contain named when found on based do what accompanied pass

B. B. B. B. B. B. B. B. B. B.

own known until saw by built play where joined stay

C. C. C. C. C. C. C. C. C. C.

keep called where knew of put make how linked spend

the summer there. D. D. D. D. D. D. D. D. D. D.

Answers

belong titled after met in set create which combined take

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.

II. Fill each gap with a suitable word. Write your answers in the box provided. These days, there’s no excuse for (1) knowing what’s happening in the world. On the TV and on the radio, news programmes keep us (2) to date with all the important events. We read about problems (3) the other side of the world on the Internet as (4) as they happen, and we see live pictures on the news 24 (5) a day. Even personal news (6) fast today. Whether we keep in (7) by phone or email, we’re never more than a few seconds (8) from friends and family. The days when the only (9) of communication was by letter are gone forever. So, the next time you’re on the phone, just remember (10) things have changed.

Answers 1.

10.

SECTION D:

WRITING

I. For each of the sentences, write a new sentence as similar as possible in meaning to the original sentence, using the word given in CAPITALS. This word must not be altered in any way. 1.

If I were you, I would not drive that car until they’ve repaired it for us.

(HAD)

If I were you, I would not drive that car ……………………………………………………………… . 2.

We think the flight will arrive on time.

(EXPECTED)

The flight ……………………………………………………………………….…… on time. 3.

She didn’t want to get sunburnt, so she stayed in the shade.

(AVOID)

She stayed in the shade ……………………………………………………….. sunburnt. Page 4 of 5

I want you to try really hard to pass this exam.

(EFFORT)

I want you to ………………………………………………………….………… this exam. 5.

They have postponed the match until the end of August.

(PUT)

The match ……………………………………………………………………………………… . 6.

It’s a pity I can’t cook well.

(BETTER)

I wish I ……………………………………………………………….……………………..cook. 7.

You can’t go skydiving until you’re 18 years old.

(ALLOWED)

People under ………………………………………………………….………….. skydiving. 8.

Finding our way down the mountain in the dark was not easy.

(FOUND)

We ……………………………………………………………………………..……… in the dark. 9.

You’ll need to do plenty of reading to pass the exam.

(READ)

You won’t pass the exam ……………………………………………………………………. . 10.

There are fewer fish in this river than there were three years ago.

(AS)

There ………………………………………………………………………… three years ago.

II. Write a passage to answer the following question in about 100 words. What will you want to be in the future and what have you done to make your dream come true? ....................................................................................................................................................... ............................................................................................................................. ............................... ............................................................................................................................................................ ............................................................................................................................. ............................... ............................................................................................................................................................ ............................................................................................................................................................ ............................................................................................................................. ............................... ............................................................................................................................................................ ............................................................................................................................. ............................... ............................................................................................................................. ............................... ............................................................................................................................................................ ............................................................................................................................. ............................... ............................................................................................................................................................ ............................................................................................................................................................ ............................................................................................................................. ............................... The End Page 5 of 5

PHÒNG GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO THÀNH PHỐ THANH HOÁ

KỲ THI CHỌN HỌC SINH GIỎI CẤP THÀNH PHỐ NĂM HỌC 2014-2015

Môn thi: Tiếng Anh Lớp 9 THCS

ĐỀ CHÍNH THỨC

Đề thi có 4 phần

Thời gian làm bài: 150 phút (không kể thời gian giao đề)

Ngày thi: 02 tháng 12 năm 2014 Part A : PHONETICS (5 points) I/ Choose and write in your answer sheet the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the rest of the group. (2 points) 1. A. Describe B. Excite C. Timber D. Dive 2. A. Devotion

B. congestion

C. Suggestion

D. Question

II/ Choose and write in your answer sheet the word whose stress pattern is different from the rest of the group. (3 points) 3. A. glorious

B. bargain

C. passenger

D. important

4. A. migrate

B. inhabit

C. character

D. diversity

5. A. advance

B. ancient

C. cancer

D. annual

Part B : LEXICAL AND GRAMMAR (45 points) I. Choose the most suitable word or phrase to complete each sentence. (15 points) 6.

from John, all the students said they would go.

A. Except

B. Only

C. Apart

7. If you work for us, you’ll get somewhere to live A. for

B. at

D. Separate free.

C. out

D. of

8. The new manager explained to the staff that she hoped to time and money. A. manufacture

B. establish

9. They took pride A. in

C. control

B. with

C. on

D. for

_ home.

A. than to stay

B. than staying

C. rather than staying

D. rather than stay

A. so good

D. restore

being the best players of the school.

10. She’d prefer to go out

11. They received

new procedures to save

advice from their parents that they became successful. B. such a good

C. so good an

D. such good

12. Have you got a car A. of your own

B. of yourself

C. of you

D. of your

13. There is a fault at our television station. Please do not A. change

B. adjust

your television set.

C. repair

D. switch

14. If you want to attend the course, you must pass the ................... examination. A. write

B. written

C. wrote

15. Either Peter and his brothers A. has been taken

the keys to the car.

B. has taken

C. have taken

16. We can tell you that we often have a friendly A. atmosphere

B. air

18. He

D. have been taken in our class.

C. matter

17. These clothes are fashionable and A. only

D. writing

B. merely

D. impression

. Do you agree with me? C. unique

D. uniquely

to have a very big fortune and a beautiful wife.

A. rumors

B. rumored

19. Did you use to do a A. full-time job 20. My house is just A. near here

C. has rumored

D. was rumored

when you were at the university.

B. part-time

C. full-time

D. part-time job

. I live in the nearby neighborhood. B. near to

C. near by

D. near from

II. Use the verbs in brackets in the correct tense or form (10 points) 21. His brother ***

(give) a car for his twentieth birthday next year.

22. The house was very quiet when I got home. Everybody_ 23. Less than half of the cans of paint 24. (Write)

(use) up to now.

the letter, she put it carefully in an envelope.

25 - 26. Can you imagine what I yesterday. 27. He talked as if he

(go) to bed.

(come) across when I

(roll) up the carpet

(know) where she was.

28. If you go to England, you’ll have to get used to **** 29. You may feel frightened when you are in a forest * 30. – You have just missed the bus. – All right. I

(drive) on the left. (surround) by tall trees. (walk).

III. Supply the correct form of the word in capital letters. (10 points) There is one particular feeling which I find difficult to express. When I am (31)……………….….. about something, I say nothing. Once, for example, after I had bought a very (32)…………………..… jacket, I met a friend in a café who said that the jacket didn’t fit me very (33) ..............................I was very (34)…………………… but I said nothing. I didn’t feel like continuing our (35)…………………….. My friend noticed my (36)…………………………. and asked me what was wrong. I couldn’t tell him the (37)………………..…….. . I began to feel rather (38)………………………and left without giving him an (39)……………………… Later I felt rather (40) ………………… of my behavior.

ANGER EXPENSE GOOD ANNOY CONVERSE SILENT TRUE EMBARRASS EXPLAIN SHAME

IV. Fill in each blank with one suitable preposition (10 points) 41. We both share a love ……………… music. 42. Shall we go ……………. your car or mine? 43. Why can’t you look at the problem…………… my point of view? 44. We wish we had a father…………… yours. 45. Vietnamese woman usually wear the Aodai, sometimes at work, and especially ……….. their special occasions. 46. She’ll visit us as soon as she arrives ……….. Paris. 47. Who’s the woman dressed…………. green. 48. Peter is excited ………………… winning the prize. 49. The boss has been ill …………………flu for the last week. 50. This document is very important …………your case. Part C : READING (25 points) I. Supply the most suitable word for each blank. (5 points) The (0) benefits of internet in our life has become certain. Yet, it still takes time for the internet to reach the countryside and remote (51..........) so I feel it a pity for me and my friends not to have (52...........) to it. I have an uncle in the city and I occasionally pay him a (53………..) at weekend, and this is a good chance for me to surf the net. I spend most of the time surfing webs and I find some really interesting for me. I wish my school could have access to the internet so that all students in my school could (54............) their learning to keep their knowledge (55............) . II. Choose the best answer from A, B, C or D to fill in the gaps in the following passage.(10 points) When I was a boy, children always objected to (56) ............. school uniform but teachers were keen on it because they said all of us looked (57) ............. . Otherwise, they said, children would complete with each other and the poorer children would be unhappy because people would see straight away (58) ............... In recent years, however, many schools have (59) ................. the idea of making children wear uniform but, funnily enough, 3

now that children can wear what they like, they have adopted (60) ............. . When some journalists visited a (61) .............. , they found that all the boys and girls were dressed (62) ................ jeans. One girl said she would rather (63) ................. wear a coat instead of a jersey because no one wants to look different from the other children in the class. Parents may not be as happy about this as children, but they (64) ............... , because this new kind of uniform is one that the children like, not something they have been forced to wear, and it is also (65) ............... than school uniforms used to be. 56. A. wearing

B. dressing

C. wear

D. dress

57. A. like

B. to be like

C. alike

D. to be alike

58. A. what poor they are

B. what poor they were

C. how poor they are

D. how poor they were

59. A. left over

B. taken off

C. put off

60. A. an own uniform

D. given up

B. a uniform of their own

C. a proper uniform

D. a uniform of his own

61. A. London school

B. London’s school

C. school of London

D. school at London

62. A. on

B. by

C. in

D. which

63. A. to die than

B. to die that

C. die that

D. die than

64. A. ought

B. should

C. had

D. would

65. A. much more cheaper B. much more C. much cheaper D. more cheaper III. Read and answer the questions below. (5 points) The world’s oceans are so vast that they can cope with the present levels of pollution. However, little is known about the long-term effects of such slow poisoning. The most serious problem of modern time is that man is destroying the earth’s natural resources and transforming huge areas into waste land. As a result, it is becoming extremely difficult to grow enough to feed the world’s rapidly increasing population. A way of protecting all wild life on the earth must also be found as many species are in danger of disappearing completely from the face of the earth. The smoke in the atmosphere, for example, is increasing so much that the amount of sunlight has been reduced in many cities. Man’s whole environment is being changed in a serious way. 66. What is the process of making something dirty? 67. Find a word or phrase from the passage with the same meaning as the air, water and land in which we live? 68. What is the air surrounding the earth called? 69. What could be best replaced wealth, goods or products people can use? 70. What is a difficulty which needs attention and thought? IV. Read the story carefully and choose the correct answer (5 points) Baby It was a beautiful spring day: the sun was shining, the sky was blue. In the centre of London a policeman cried. He saw a man with a big lion. They were walking down the street. 4

“Hey, you!” he said. “What are you doing here with this lion? You can’t walk around the streets with a lion. Take it to the Zoo !” “OK, officer. I want to show Baby the town.” The man opened the door of his car and the lion jumped in. The car went away. The next day the police officer saw the same man and the same lion again. “Hey, you!” he said.” Come over here! And bring that lion with you!” The man took the lion to the police officer. “What’s the problem, officer?” “Problem? I told you yesterday to take the lion to the Zoo!” “Oh, I did, officer, I took Baby to the Zoo. He enjoyed it very much. But today, I am taking him to the swimming pool !” 71.

A. It wasn’t raining that day. B. A policeman saw a man with a dog in the centre of New York. C. The man and his pet were walking along the park. D. The man didn’t have a car.

72.

A. The lion couldn’t get into the car, the lion was too big. B. The policeman took the lion to the Zoo and put the lion into the cage. C. The man showed his pet the Zoo. D. The policeman was happy to see a man with a lion in the centre of London.

73.

A. The man had a baby. It was a nice girl of three. B. Baby was the lion’s name. C. The policeman told the man to show Baby the town. D. The lion visited the London Zoo.

74.

A. The man could drive a car. B. The lion didn’t like the Zoo at all. C. The policeman took the lion to the swimming pool. D. The policeman met people with lions in London streets every day.

75.

A. The lion was the man’s pet. B. The man had a baby lion as a pet. C. The policeman showed the park and the school to the lion. D. When the policeman saw the man with the lion he got very hungry.

Part D : WRITING (25 points) I. Complete each of the following sentences in such a way that it means the same as the sentence printed before it. (10 points) 76. It’s not a good idea to travel during the rush hour. It’s better to avoid 5

77. People think that the owner of that house is abroad The owner 78. She didn’t know the way, so she asked a policeman. Not 79. The baby cries because the lion looks fierce. The baby cries because of 80. John only understood very little what the teacher said. John could hardly 81. I tried as hard as I could, but I just couldn’t get the money. No matter 82. As my grandmother grows older, she becomes more intolerant. The older 83. They suggested banning advertisements on TV. They suggested that 84. Mary wishes she had spoken her mind at the meeting. Mary regretted 85. Despite his intelligence, he doesn’t study well at school Even II. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given. Do not change the word given. You must use between two and five words, including the word given. (5 points) 86. The job received over a hundred applications. (applied) Over a hundred people.................................................the job. 87. Our future is in your hands, my dear! (depends) Our future ......................................... my dear! 88. I’d rather you didn’t use the office phone. (mind) Would you.............................the office phone. 89. I’m sorry I can’t give you all the expensive things in life. (wish) I..............................................give you all the expensive things in life. 90. If I were you, I’d try to get some sleep. (advise) I ................................................ to try to get some sleep. III. Write a paragraph about 100 words on the important roles of computers (10 points) The End

Họ và tên thí sinh: ………………………..……......Số báo danh: .................. Phòng thi:............ 6

PHÒNG GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO

KỲ THI CHỌN HỌC SINH GIỎI

THÀNH PHỐ THANH HOÁ

CẤP THÀNH PHỐ NĂM HỌC: 2014 – 2015

Môn thi: Tiếng Anh ĐÁP ÁN CHÍNH THỨC

Lớp 9 THCS

Part A : PHONETICS (5points) I/ Choose and write in your answer sheet the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the rest of the group. (2 points) 1. C. timber

2. A. devotion

II/ Choose and write in your answer sheet the word whose stress pattern is different from the rest of the group. (3 points) 3. D. important

4. C. character

5. A. advance

Part B : LEXICAL AND GRAMMAR (45 points) I. Choose the most suitable word or phrase to complete each sentence. (15 points) 6. C. Apart

11. D. such good

16. A. atmosphere

7. A. for

12. A. of your own

17. C. unique

8. B. establish

13. B. adjust

18. D. was rumored

9. A. in

14. B. written

19. D. part-time job

10. D. rather than stay

15. C. have taken

20. A. near here

II. Use the verbs in brackets in the correct tense or form (10 points) 21. will be given

24. Having written

28. driving

22. had gone

25-26. came – was rolling

29. surrounded

23. has been used

27. had known

30. will walk

III. Supply the correct form of the word in capital letters. (10 points) 31. angry

32. expensive

33. well

34. annoyed

35. conversation

36. silence

37. truth

38. embarrassed

39. explanation

40. ashamed

IV. Fill in each blank with one suitable preposition (10 points) 41. for

43. from

45. on

47. in

49. with

42. in

44. like

46. in

48. about

50. in

Part C : READING (25 points) I. Supply the most suitable word for each blank. (5 points) 51. areas

53. visit

55. updated

52. access

54. improve

II. Choose the best answer from A, B, C or D to fill in the gaps in the following passage.(10 points) 56. A. wearing

60. B. a uniform of their own

63. D. die than

57. C. alike

61. A. London school

64. B. should

58. D. how poor they were

62. C. in

65. C. much cheaper

59. D. given up III. Read and answer the questions below. (5 points) 66. What is the process of making something dirty? - The process of making something dirty is pollution. / hoặc chỉ cần trả lời ngắn: pollution. 67. Find a word or phrase from the passage with the same meaning as the air, water and land in which we live? - A word or phrase from the passage with the same meaning as the air, water and land we live is environment/ hoặc chỉ cần trả lời ngắn: environment 68. What is the air surrounding the earth called? - The air surrounding the earth is called atmosphere./ atmosphere 69. What could be best replaced wealth, goods or products people can use? - Resources could be best replaced wealth, goods or products people can use./ Resources/natural resources. 70. What is a difficulty which needs attention and thought? - A difficulty which needs attention and thought is pollution. / pollution. IV. Read the story carefully and choose the correct answer (5 points)

71- A

72- C

73- B

74- A

75- A

Part D : WRITING (25 points) I. Complete each of the following sentences in such a way that it means the same as the sentence printed before it. (10 points) 76. It’s better to avoid traveling during the rush hour. 77. The owner of that house is thought to be abroad. 78. Not knowing the way, she asked a policeman 79. The baby cries because of the fierceness of the lion. /because of the fact that…. 80. John could hardly understand what the teacher said. 81. No matter how hard I tried, I just couldn’t get the money. 82. The older my grandmother grows, the more intolerant she becomes. 8

83. They suggested that advertisements on TV should be banned. 84. Mary regretted not speaking her mind at the meeting./ not having spoken…... 85. Even though he is intelligent , he doesn’t study well at school.

II. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given. Do not change the word given. You must use between two and five words, including the word given. (5 points) 86. applied for 87. depends on you 88. mind not using 89. wish I could 90. advise you III. Write a paragraph about 100 words on the important roles of computers (10 points) 1. Format: (2 points) The paragraph should have 3 parts: a. Introduction: a topic sentence in which students should narrow down the roles of computers. b. Body: students should give advantages of computers. c. Conclusion (summary of the main advantages, students’ comment) 2. Content : (5 points) Ss should give specific advantages of computers. - Computers help people relax after a hard-working day by listening to music, playing game. - Computers can save information for a long time. - Computers help students do calculations quickly and accurately. - Computers connected to the Internet can provide interesting movies and help students study well. 3. Language: (3 points) (grammatical accuracy, wide range of vocabularies and structures)

HƯỚNG DẪN CHẤM: Tổng số câu: 100 câu Bài thi chấm theo thang điểm: 20 Điểm bài thi làm tròn đến 0,25 Tổng số point thi sinh làm đúng Điểm bài thi =

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SỞ GD&ĐT NGHỆ AN

KỲ THI CHỌN HSG TỈNH LỚP 9

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NĂM HỌC 2015 - 2016 MÔN: TIẾNG ANH - LỚP 9 - BẢNG A Thời gian làm bài: 150 phút (bao gồm cả phần nghe)

Điểm

Họ tên, chữ ký giám khảo

Bằng số: ..................…………………

Số phách

Giám khảo 1: …………………………….

Bằng chữ: …………………………… Giám khảo 2: …………………………….… SECTION A. VOCABULARY & GRAMMAR Question 1 (10 points). Choose the correct answer from A, B, C or D to complete each of the following sentences. Write it in ‘Your answers’ part. 1. I don't think we have very much A. together 2. I’ve been working A. in

; we have very different opinions.

B. in common

C. the same

D. similar

quite a lot of pressure lately. B. with

C. on

D. under

3. Tom: He’s the best guitarist in our school. Mary: A. You can say that again.

B. That’s fine.

C. That’s OK! 4. The pop group A. joined 5. Mr. Larry Page A. must go

D. Never mind. for photographs with their fans. B. set

C. afforded

to the last meeting, but he didn't because of sickness. B. had to go

C. should go

6. It’s vital that our children’s handwriting should be A. legible 7. She bought

D. posed

B. legitimate

D. should have gone

C. literate

D. illiterate

jacket when she was in Paris last year.

A. a brown leather expensive

B. a leather brown expensive

C. an expensive brown leather

D. an expensive leather brown

8. He had spent A. a few

time writing an essay on his childhood. B. too many

9. “My daughter, Jenny, tries to A. drop in

B. go up

C. a great deal of

D. a large number of

to see me at least once a week,” Mrs. Jones told me. C. come on

D. call up

10.

, we eventually got home after the outdoor show. A. Soak to the skin

B. Soaked to the skin

C. Being soaking to the skin

D. Our skin being soaked

Your answers: 1.

10.

Question 2 (10 points). Read the text below and look carefully at each line. Some of the lines are correct, and some have a word which should not be there. If a line is correct, put a tick (√) by the number. If a line has a word which should not be there, write it in ‘Your answers’ part. Number 0 and 00 have been done for you. WHY AM I LEARNING ENGLISH? 0

English is the most widely spoken language in the world today.

……….√………

00 It is a quite amazing how the use of English language has become so

………..a…..…

widespread. The English is not as easy as Esperanto, which was especially

…………………

written to be as easy as possible for people to learn, and not yet Esperanto is …………………

spoken by very few people around the world. For many people English is …………………

not as more beautiful a language as French but it seems too late for French …………………

to catch up with English such as an international language. German is quite …………………

a useful language if you are in business in Europe but it is not half as easy to …………………

learn so as English, and people say it doesn't sound as pleasant as English. …………………

English has been become so important that it is becoming more and more …………………

essential to get if you want to get a good job. It is too early to say whether …………………

10 English will remain as influential as it is today but it looks like as it will be

………………… …………………

an international language for a long time. Your answers: 1.

10.

Question 3 (10 points). Give the correct form of the words in brackets to complete the sentences. Write it in ‘Your answers’ part. 1. The babysitter said, “Your kids have been a bit (TROUBLE)

today.”

grandmother’s

health

because she had suffered from constant (SLEEP) 3. John felt very (COURAGE)

got

when he failed the driving test the third time.

4. What I hate about Kate is her (RELY)

5. Ants and bees are often described as the most popular (INDUSTRY) 6. Many zoos fund (SCIENCE)

insects.

research into animals and their behavior.

7. In fact, she is of mixed Mexican and Korean (PARENT) 8. You can never be sure what he is going to do. He is so 9. Please complete and return the enclosed (QUESTION) 10. With the (EXCEPT)

worse

. (PREDICT), I’m afraid. by Friday.

of the dessert, it was one of the most delicious meals we’ve

ever had. Your answers: 1.

10.

SECTION B. READING COMPREHENSION Question 1 (7 points). Complete this conversation using sentences marked by A-L. Write it in ‘Your answers’ part. There are FIVE extra sentences which you do not need to use. Jim: Hi, Ben. How are you?

A. He always watches me and asks me why

Ben: Oh, not so good. (1)

I’m not working.

Jim: Why? What’s the matter?

B. You’re a great teacher.

Ben: I don’t think Mr. Jackson likes me. (2)

C. I’m very furious now. D. If you let him know you can handle more

Jim: Why would he do that?

work

Ben: I don’t know. When he tells me to do

E. I’m not sure I can do that. I’m often

something, I do it as fast as I can. (3)

exhausted after work, you know.

Jim: Maybe Mr. Jackson thinks you take too many

F. I’m a little concerned about my job.

breaks.

G. Are you kidding me?

Ben: (4)

H. When I finish, I take a break until he gives

Jim: Yes, and that’s good. (5)

. But when

me something else to do.

you finish something, you should ask Mr. Jackson

I. I guess I’ll think about what you’ve said

if there’s anything else he wants you to do.

J. You’re a fast worker

Ben: Do you mean I should ask for more work?

K. If you don’t try harder

Jim: (6)

L. But I do everything he tells me to do.

, he’ll see you have initiative.

Ben: Well, OK then. (7)

. I’ll see you

tomorrow. Thanks. Your answers: 1.

Question 2 (8 points). Read the passage below and choose the correct answer for each question. Write it in ‘Your answers’ part. BODY TALK By Leonardo Lawrence You will probably laugh when I tell you that my interest in body language was sparked by a favorite professor of mine at university. He mentioned “Pinocchio Syndrome” to me one wintry morning after claiming that I was rubbed my nose when giving excuses for being late to his lectures. Apparently, when someone tells a lie, the person’s blood rushes to the nose and the extra blood makes it itchy. So if you think someone is not being entirely honest with you, perhaps like my professor you should watch to see if they scratch their nose! This little example of non-verbal communication inspired me to become a body language expert. Now, I earn my living by training people in non-verbal communication. Knowing when someone is lying and knowing how to convince people you’re telling the truth are two of the most important skills you’ll ever learn. For example, lawyers build their reputation on their deductive skills when cross-examining in court, while politicians need to rely on their powers of persuasion to gain support. I have dedicated my life to studying the ways the human body gives more reliable information than the words we speak. The words say one thing but the body may say something completely different. This is the theory of body language and most of us are familiar with the basics. We know that crossed arms can be seen as their defensive or aggressive, but what about facial expressions, gestures, posture, and the intonation of our speech? All of these volumes can be understood if you only know how to make sense of the signs.

Take the eyes, for instance. If you told a lie, you would probably expect me to look away rather than look you full in the face. However, this is not, as commonly thought, the sure sign of a lie, but the reflexive movements we make when we are trying to remember something. Because of this, glancing away is not as easy to interpret as you might believe. A good liar is not searching his memory for the truth, so he can quite easily look you straight in the eyes as he speaks to make the lie more convincing. Here’s a tip, though. Watch the pupil of the eye; does it change size? If it gets bigger, this is probably an involuntary sign that something is being hidden. Body language is something that the majority of us cannot control; it’s what escapes when we’re concentrating on something else. I might think I’m creating a good impression because my voice is strong and steady and my speech is clear, but the sweat pouring off my forehead and my constantly moving feet say otherwise. Business clients are constantly in need of my services and I try to improve their confidence in themselves by teaching them about body language. I give advice about handshakes, which should always be firm that people who live in warm climates stand a lot closer to one another than in cooler climates. They may seem like minor matters, but these codes of behavior can be the key to making or breathing a business deal. My working life gives me a great deal of satisfaction. I feel that I’m providing a public service, but it is a service that has had its downside. Whenever I meet someone new and I tell them what I do for a living, they immediately put their guard up and they’re no longer relaxed. They quite literally freeze in the attempt to hide all the signals that they assume I’m reading. It makes life difficult at times, but I consider it a small price to pay for a job I enjoy so much. 1. The writer originally became interested in body language because

A. of a comment someone made to him B. he wanted to know why people tell lies C. he wanted to learn more about “Pinocchio Syndrome” D. his professor recommended it to him 2. According to the writer, non-verbal communication is important because A. it helps lawyers to be more skillful B. it can help make people believe what you want to tell them C. politicians need to know when people are lying D. it provides a unique way of earning one’s living 3. What does the writer assume about his readers? A. They are able to change their intonation.

B. They need to develop good posture. C. They use only words to communicate. D. They know something about the subject. 4. According to the writer, it is not easy to recognize when someone is lying because

A. they have an honest look on their face

B. they move their eyes very rapidly

C. listeners read their body language incorrectly

D. listeners do not look into their eyes

5. To have a positive effect on someone, you should try to avoid

A. making any facial expressions

B. having any involuntary reactions

C. giving the impression of not caring

D. moving your legs about too much

6. What is the most important thing for businessmen to learn? A. The laws of a particular country.

B. The correct way to behave.

C. The necessity of being polite.

D. The skill of appearing confident.

7. Why do people react in a negative way when they meet the writer? A. They think he is too self-confident.

B. They assume that he is always lying.

C. They have heard about him previously.

D. They believe he is studying them.

8. What do we learn about the writer from the passage? A. He makes a lot of money from his job.

B. He travels the world giving advice.

C. He is dedicated to his work.

D. He trains body language experts.

Your answers: 1.

Question 3 (10 points). Fill ONE suitable word into each numbered blank. Write it in ‘Your answers’ part. APRIL FOOLS' DAY On April Fools' Day, people in many countries play tricks on each other. Usually, the tricks (1) making friends believe something ridiculous. On this day you could, for example, tell a friend there is a huge spider on their shoulder. If they believe you, you have succeeded (2) fooling them, and even if you only trick them for a second, you have (3) right to shout "April Fool!" This day, 1st April, is also known as All Fools’ Day. In some countries, such as Ireland or Cyprus, you can only try to fool someone before twelve noon. If you do play tricks after midday, you will become the fool (4)

. So it is advisable for you to do that in the morning. (5)

you do for, all you want is fun rather than do harm to others. And if you don’t want to be foolish, be sensitive! But how did this (6)

begin? Some say April Fools’ Day originated in France when that

country adopted the new Gregorian calendar. In the previous calendar, New Year was celebrated (7) 25th March until 1st April, not on 1st January, as in the Gregorian calendar. Some people refused to (8)

the new calendar, and continued to celebrate the New Year in spring. Other

people made fun of them and laughed at them (9) they were old-fashioned and didn't want to change. Now April Fools' Day has become a global tradition, and no one is safe! People play tricks on anyone, not just on (10)

who don't want to change with the times.

Your answers: 1.

10.

SECTION C. WRITING Question 1 (5 points). Using the word in capital letters, complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first one. Do not change the word given. Write 2-5 words in total. 1. I got the impression that they weren't enjoying themselves.

SEEM

They ....................................................................................................... enjoying themselves. 2. We don't have any sugar left, so we must go and buy some.

RUN

We ............................................................................................. sugar, so we must go and buy some. 3. Parking here is free after 5 p.m.

PARK

It doesn't ........................................................................................... here after 5 p.m. 4. You should book your ticket beforehand if you want to get a good seat.

ADVANCE

Your ticket ......................................................................................... if you want to get a good seat. 5. Was the film as good as you expected it to be or was it disappointing?

LIVE

Did the film.................................................................................................of it or was it disappointing? Question 2 (10 points). Imagine you are an American student, who stayed in Mrs. Lan’s house during your two-week volunteer campaign in a remote village. Now you have backed home. Write a letter to thank her for her special help and care to you and your friends during the time you stayed there. You should write about 70-80 words. Dear Mrs. Lan, …………………………………………………………………………………………………………

…………………………………..…………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………..…………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………..…………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Best wishes, Tom Question 3 (20 points). Write about 180-200 words to give your opinion on the following topic: Should smart phones be banned among students? ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………..…………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… SECTION D. LISTENING Listen to the recording and answer the questions that follow. You will hear each recording THREE TIMES. Question 1 (5 points). Listen to Paul talking to a friend about his family. What does each person do? Write a letter (A-H) next to each person. Write it in ‘Your answers’ part. There are TWO extra letters you don’t need to use. Number 0 has been done for you. People

Jobs

Sally

bank clerk

Paul

doctor

David

farmer

Paul’s father

shop assistant

Paul’s mother

stopped work

Bill

student

teacher

writer

Your answers: 0

H Question 2 (5 points). Listen to Eric talking to Mary about the weekend. Their friend, Carlos, is coming to visit them. Choose the correct answer A, B, or C. Write it in ‘Your answers’ part. 1. What does Carlos hate? A. football

B. museums

C. shopping

B. Saturday afternoon

C. Sunday afternoon

2. When is the football match? A. Saturday morning

3. Where are they going to eat on Saturday evening? A. at home

B. in an Italian restaurant

C. in a Chinese restaurant

4. What are they going to do on Sunday morning? A. go for a drive

B. get up late

C. go to the cinema

5. Where are they going to have lunch on Sunday? A. in a café

B. in a pub

C. at home

Your answers: 1.

_THE END_

ANSWER KEYS SECTION A. VOCABULARY & GRAMMAR Question 1 (10 points). Choose the correct answer from A, B, C or D to complete each of the following sentences. 1. B

2. D

3. A

4. D

5. D

6. A

7. C

8. C

9. A

10. B

2. not

3. √

4. more

5. such

6. √

7. so

8. been

9. √

10. as

Question 3 (10 points). Give the correct form of the words in brackets. 1. troublesome

2. sleeplessness

3. discouraged

4. unreliability

5. industrious

6. scientific

7. parentage

8. unpredictable

9. questionnaire

10. exception

SECTION B. READING COMPREHENSION Question 1 (7 points). Complete this conversation using sentences marked by A-L. There are FIVE extra sentences which you do not need to use. 1. F

2. A

3. H

4. L

5. J

6. D

7. I

Question 2 (8 points). Read the passage below and choose the correct answer for each question. 1.A

2.B

3.C

4.C

5.C

6.B

7.D

8.C

Question 3 (10 points). Fill ONE suitable word into each numbered blank. 1. involve

2. in

3. the

4. instead/then

5. Whatever

6. tradition

7. from

8. follow/use

9. because/ as/since

10. those

SECTION C. WRITING Question 1 (5 points). Using the word in capital letters, complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first one. Do not change the word given. Write 2-5 words in total. 1. didn’t / did not seem ][ to be 2. have run ][ out of

3. cost anything ][ to park 4. should be booked ][ in advance 5. live up ][ to your expectation Question 2 (10 points). Imagine you are an American student, who stayed in Mrs. Lan’s house during your two-week volunteer campaign in a remote village. Now you have backed home. Write a letter to thank her for her special help and care to you and your friends during the time you stayed there. You should write about 70-80 words. HS biết cách viết thư cảm ơn. Ngữ pháp đúng: 2 điểm. Các ý cần có: Cảm ơn về những việc gì/ Ở đâu/ Cảm xúc bản thân…: 8 điểm. Question 3 (20 points). Write about 180-200 words to give your opinion on the following topic: Should smart phones be banned among students? Length: 3 điểm Ideas: 8 điểm Organisation & Style: 4 điểm Grammar & Vocabulary: 5 điểm SECTION D. LISTENING Question 1 (5 points). Listen to Paul talking to a friend about his family. What does each person do? Write a letter (A-H) next to each person. There are TWO extra letters you don’t need to use. 1. A

2. G

3. B

4. E

5. F

Question 2 (5 points). Listen to Eric talking to Mary about the weekend. Their friend, Carlos, is coming to visit them. Choose the correct answer A, B, or C. 1.C

2. B

3. C

Tổng: 100 điểm/5 = 20. _THE END_

4. A

5. B