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MÔN TIẾNG ANH 12
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Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part
differs from the others.
Question 1. A. hate B. face C. make D. dance
Question 2. A. children B. teacher C. choosing D. machine
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the
other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions.
Question 3. A. chemical B. terrific C. general D. beautiful
Question 4. A. major B. degree C. tutor D. subject
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following sentences.
Question 5. The closure of the factory _________ poverty to the town recently.
A. has brought B. brought C. have brought D. bring
Question 6. Peer pressure can lead to depression, low self-confidence, distance from family
and poor school performance,___________?
A. can it B. can’t it C. can there D. can’t there
Question 7. Instead of __________ plastic bottles, we should recycle them to help the
environment.
A. rushing out B. throwing away C. carrying out D. cleaning up
Question 8. People have to stop _________the environment because it is our living place.
A. to damage B. not to damaging C. damaging D. to damaging
Question 9. The Himalayas are _______ mountain range in the world.
A. taller B. the taller C. the tallest D. tallest
Question 10. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
arrangement of the sentences to make a meaningful paragraph/letter/conversation in
each of the following questions.
a. I am interested in this job because I am a regular visitor of the Museum and I would love to
challenge myself working in a new environment. I also appreciate the pay rate and benefits that
this position can offer
b. Dear Sir/Madam,My name is Hannah Eastwood. I am a 26 years old female from Nottingham
c. Thank you for your consideration and I am looking forward to hearing back from you.
d. I came across your advertisement in the Sun newspaper and want to apply for the temporary
cashier position at City Museum Shop.
e. I have 3 years experience working in the customer service sector. I used to work as a cashier
at an ASDA store for 2 years and as a store helper for a year.
f. Yours sincerely,
A. b — d — e — a — c — f B. b — c — a — e — d — f
C. b — e — d — a — c — f D. b — a — d — e — c — f
Question 11. Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences
to make a meaningful paragraph in each of the following questions.
a. Firstly, friends provide a support system, offering comfort and encouragement during both
joyous and challenging times.
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 b. Shared laughter and camaraderie create cherished memories that last a lifetime.
c. Lastly, true friends stand by us through thick and thin, embodying the essence of loyalty and
companionship that makes life truly meaningful.
d. Additionally, friends offer a sense of belonging and acceptance, making life's journey more
enjoyable.
e. Friendship is a precious bond that enriches our lives in countless ways.
f. Moreover, they bring a unique blend of perspectives and experiences that broaden our
horizons and help us grow as individuals.
A. e-a-b-f-d-c B. e-a-f-b-d-c C. e-a-b-d-f-c D. c-a-b-f-d-e
Read the following advertisements/announcements and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your
answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Sports Centre
Welcome to our Sports Centre.
 Great (22) __________ families and friends
 Fantastic facilities: pool, gym, tennis courts and more
 Excellent location - close to the city centre and (23) _______ public transport
 Friendly staff and expert trainers
 (24) _________ offer – 50% off membership until end of June
Call 555-1234 or visit our website at www.sportscentre.com

Question 12. A. to B. at C. for D. with

Question 13. A.O B. a C. the D. an
Question 14. A. Especially B. Special C. Specialise D. Specially

ANNOUNCEMENT FOR VOLUNTEER RECRUITMENT!

(25) ______ you be interested in a volunteer work and want to get practical experience in
teaching citizens how to use digital public services, we invite you to become a UNDP volunteer.
Selection criteria:
 Over 18 years old;
 Experienced PC user;
 Advanced user of mobile applications;
 Good (26) ______ skills;
Applications (27) ______ from all regions of Kazakhstan until May 2, 2020.
Question 15. A. Were B. Do C. Had D. Should
Question 16. A. audio B. speech C. visual D. oral
Question 17. A. accepting B. are accepted C. accept D. have accepted

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best
fits each of the numbered blanks.
Going green is a popular phrase that refers to the process of making changes in your life to
help protect the environment. Many people are becoming more aware of the importance of
taking care of the Earth, and they are making an effort (28) ________. There are many ways that
you can go green in your everyday life. One simple change you can make is to start recycling.
Instead of throwing away (29) ___________, you can put them in a separate bin to be recycled.
Another way to go green is to reduce your water usage. You can do this by taking shorter
showers and turning off the faucet (30) _________. You can also go green by using public
transportation instead of driving your car. Taking the bus or the train can help to reduce air
pollution and save energy. Additionally, you can choose to buy products that are made from
recycled materials or produced in (31) _________. By supporting companies that are committed
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to sustainability, you can help to create a greener future. Going green is not just about making
individual changes; it is also about spreading awareness and encouraging others to take action.
By sharing information with (32) __________, you can inspire them to make small changes in
their own lives. Together, we can all work towards a healthier, (33) ____________ planet.
Question 18.
A. and live more sustainable lives B. to live more sustainable lives
C. living more sustainable lives D. of living more sustainable lives
Question 19.
A. items like plastic bottles and aluminium cans
B. items plastic bottles like aluminium cans
C. like items plastic bottles and aluminium cans
D. like plastic bottles and aluminium cans items
Question 20.
A. and you brush your teeth B. to brush your teeth
C. while you brush your teeth D. brushing your teeth
Question 21.
A. an environment friendly way B. an environmental friendly way
C. a friendly environment way D. an environmentally friendly way
Question 22.
A. your friends and family B. their friends and family
C. our friends and family D. those friends and family
Question 23.
A. sustainable B. more sustainable
C. most sustainable D. as sustainable
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate
the correct answer to each of the questions.
Culture is the lens with which we evaluate everything around us; we evaluate what is
proper or improper, normal or abnormal, through our culture. If we are immersed in a culture
that is unlike our own, we may experience culture shock and become disoriented when we come
into contact with a fundamentally different culture. People naturally use their own culture as the
standard to judge other cultures; however, passing judgment could reach a level where people
begin to discriminate against others whose “ways of being” are different than their own—
essentially, we tend to fear that which we do not understand.
Cultural diversity is important because our country, workplaces, and schools increasingly
consist of various cultural, racial, and ethnic groups. We can learn from one another, but first we
must have a level of understanding about each other in order to facilitate collaboration and
cooperation. Learning about other cultures helps us understand different perspectives within the
world in which we live and helps dispel negative stereotypes and personal biases about different
groups.
In addition, cultural diversity helps us recognize and respect “ways of being” that are not
necessarily our own, so that as we interact with others, we can build bridges to trust, respect, and
understanding across cultures. Furthermore, this diversity makes our country a more interesting
place to live, as people from diverse cultures contribute language skills, new ways of thinking,
new knowledge, and different experiences. (Adapted
from https://www.purdueglobal.edu/)
Question 24. Which could be the best title for the passage?
A. What is the function of culture? B. How do people use own culture?
C. Why is cultural diversity a “good thing”? D. How can we learn from one another?
Question 25. The word “their” in paragraph 1 refers to__________.
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 A. levels B. people C. others D. ways of being
Question 26. Which of the following is TRUE about the main reason for discrimination?
A. Valuating everything is the main reason for discrimination.
B. Immersing in a culture is the main reason for discrimination.
C. Contacting with a different culture may cause discrimination.
D. Making judgment may cause discrimination.
Question 27. The word “dispel” in paragraph 2 mostly means__________.
A. eliminate B. contain C. realize D. discuss
Question 28. According to the passage, before we can learn from people from other cultures,
we need to__________.
A. understand one another B. facilitate collaboration
C. have different perspectives D. form personal biases
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct option
that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
In our world today, there are (39) ___________ of different cultures all around us. You
might see people speaking different languages, eating different foods, and celebrating different
holidays. This mix of cultures makes our world colorful and exciting! Imagine walking down a
busy street and hearing people speaking Spanish, Chinese, and Arabic all around you. You
might see a restaurant (40) __________ delicious Indian curry next to a place selling traditional
Italian pizza. Everywhere you look, there are signs of different cultures coming together.
Being part of a multicultural world means we get to learn about new customs, try new foods,
and make friends from all over the globe. It's like having a big, diverse family (41)
___________ everyone brings something special to the table. Sometimes, misunderstandings
can happen when cultures clash, (42) __________ when we take the time to learn about each
other and appreciate our differences, we can build (43) ___________ instead of walls. In a
multicultural world, we celebrate diversity and unity, knowing that together, we are stronger and
richer for it.
(Adapted from learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/)
Question 29. A. much B. lots C. all D. few
Question 30. A. serving B. reserving C. reversing D. seeking
Question 31. A. who B. which C. where D. when
Question 32. A. but B. because C. although D. so
Question 33. A. houses B. bridges C. streets D. ties
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate
the correct answer to each of the questions.
Hamams, or bath houses, are a traditional part of Turkish culture. They represent an
important piece of Turkey’s long history and serve as a window into the past. However, these
bath houses are quickly disappearing because of the changing habits of the Turkish people.
Hamams hold a strong place in the history of Turkey and many date back hundreds of
years. Traditionally, all kinds of people went to hamams because Islam has strict laws for
cleanliness. Believers must wash themselves regularly, particularly before their daily prayers.
As most people in Turkey didn’t have access to running water in their homes, the hamam was
the perfect to get clean, relax, and catch up with friends.
Today, however, the tradition of going to the humam is quickly dying out for many
young people. Now almost everyone has running water in their bathrooms, so they prefer to
bathe at home. As a result, Turkish people are not going to hamams as often as they used to.
These days, instead of relying on locals, many hamams are trying to attract foreign tourists.
Some of the best hamams in Turkey are located in Istanbul, the country’s largest city. The
Cagaloglu hamam is a great example. It was a gift to the people from the Sultan in 1741 and is
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one of the last old hamams to be built during the Ottoman Empire. Many visitors are impressed
by the high domed ceilings, marble floors, and marble walls used throughout.
A typical session at a hamam can last well over an hour. Visitors will be welcomed into
camekan, or entrance hall. There they will be able to relax with friends and chat over a cup of
tea. They will also be able to change into the customary pestemal, or Turkish towel, which
wraps around the waist like a skirt. When ready, visitors will head into the hararet, or hot room.
There they will lie on the hot floor and be scrubbed clean and massaged by one of the in-house
masseurs or masseuses. Men and women always bathe separately, but their experience are very
similar.
Although many hamams are in danger of closing, they will always remain a part of Turkish
culture. An experience in one of Istanbul’s famous bath houses is not to be misses on any visit to
Turkey. It will certainly leave you refreshed, relaxed, and squeaky clean for your next
adventure.
(Source: Reading Planet)
Question 34. What can be the best title for the passage?
A. The traditional Baths of Turkey B. The Custom of Bathing
C. The Famous Turkish Bath Houses D. The Restoration of an Old Hamam
Question 35. According to the passage, why are hamams disappearing?
A. They are too old to be preserved
B. The number of foreign tourists is decreasing.
C. They are closing their doors to visitors.
D. The habits of the Turkish people are changing.
Question 36. The word “Believers” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to _________ .
A. church goers B. worshippers C. truth tellers D. devotees
Question 37. According to the passage, why were humams important places for Islamic
people?
A. They would pray at hamams before bathing.
B. They had to wash themselves before their daily prayers
C. They met with other followers at hamams for social chatting.
D. They could relax there before their prayers every day.
Question 38. The phrase “dying out” in paragraph 3 mostly means _________ .
A. worsening B. disappearing C. lessening D. submerging
Question 39. According to the passage, there are some of the best hamams located in _______ .
A. Istanbul B. Sultan
C. Cagaloglu D. largest cities in Turkey
Question 40. Which of the following is NOT true about hamams?
A. The Cagaloglu hamam has floors and walls made of marble.
B. People change into Turkish towels at a hamam.
C. Hamams will soon stop serving foreign visitors to Turkey.
D. People relax with friends and chat over a cup of tea before bathing.

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