SỞ GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO VĨNH LONG ĐỀ KIỂM TRA HỌC KỲ II NĂM HỌC

NĂM HỌC 2024-2025

TRƯỜNG THPT BÌNH MINH MÔN TIẾNG ANH LỚP 12 (GLOBAL SUCCESS)
Thời gian làm bài: 60 phút
ĐỀ THAM KHẢO

I. LISTENING
Part 1. Listen to a talk about lifelong learning. Decide whether the following statements are true (T), or false
(F)
Question 1. We will soon be left behind if we do not keep our knowledge and skills sharp and up-to-date in
this fascinating world.
Question 2. Lifelong learning, or LLL, sharpens our mind and improves our memory.
Question 3. Thanks to LLL, people are less confident in their ability to learn, to work, and to share
information.
Question 4. Lifelong learners damage their relationships and decrease their ability to communicate with
people.
Question 5. Lifelong learners can have more opportunities for career growth and promotion.

Part 2. Listen to an interview about unusual jobs, then choose the correct answer A,B,C or D. You will hear
the recording TWICE.
Question 6. Sean didn’t know what job he wanted to do after talking to ______.
A. his dad B. his friend C. his partner D. his sister
Question 7. He found the majority of the jobs________.
A. from his best friend B. on the internet C. on TV D. in the newspaper
Question 8. How long did he work without stopping?
A. 12 weeks B. 25 weeks C. 52 weeks D. 16 weeks
Question 9. What did he use his wages for?
A. donating to charity B. buying new house
C. spending half of it for charity D. travelling abroad
Question 10. He thinks that it's important to work with people whom you________.
A. improve work efficiency B. have a high income
C. have a lot in common with D. take on some extra work
I. LANGUAGE
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions.
Question 11. Many teenagers find it difficult to______their parents’ expectations.
A. go in for B. keep up with C. get through to D. live up to
Question 12. The Human Resource Department______ me to provide two professional references who can
confirm my qualifications for the position.
A. asked B. offered C. refused D. agreed
Question 13. There are some websites that provide______advice for secondary school leavers.
A. profession B. job C. work D. career
Question 14. ______you work harder, you may fail the exam.
A. Unless B. Even though C. Even if D. If only
Question 15. ______sources are free from bias and based on strong evidence.
A. Popular B. Credible C. Accessible D. Powerful
Question 16. Many futurists believe that in the near future ______ technology will make many currently
impossible things a reality.
A. advance B. advancement C. advanced D. advancedly
Question 17. We had a professional photographer_____ pictures of everyone who participated in our wedding.
A. to take B. take C. took D. takes
Question 18. A few natural elements exist in _____that they are rarely seen in their natural environments.
A. very small quantities B. such small quantities
C. small quantity D. so small quantities
Question 19. AI-based _______in education may pose a risk to students’ privacy.
 A. chatbots B. poaching C. recognitions D. applications
Question 20. Baby sea turtles are the most ______when they leave their nests and make their way to the sea.
A. well-protected B. released C. dangerous D. vulnerable

III. READING
Part 1. Read the following passages and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct word for each of the blanks.

WANT A SUMMER JOB?

Are you (21)______ high school student looking for a summer job?
Apply (22)_______ ABC Farming Company.
We need some employees to collect soft fruit during the holiday.
Requirements:
- Hard-working
- Strong
- (23)_______
Contact number: 0341206745 (Mr. John)
Address: 15 Black Street, Scotland

Question 21: A. an B. the C. Ꝋ D. a

Question 22: A. for B. to C. with D. in
Question 23: A. careful B. careless C. care D. carefully

ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE GRADUATION CEREMONY

The school Youth Union would like to announce
* All students of Grade 12 have to be present by 16:00 on Jun 19, 2025
* Girls are required (24)___the traditional costumes (Áo dài), while boys must wear white shirts and dark
pants.
* Should parents need further information, feel free to (25)_____ Mr. Minh at 0356.211.439

Question 24. A. to wear B. wear C. wearing D. worn

Question 25. A. attend B. impact C. contact D. connect
Part 2. 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.
The peregrine falcon, a predatory bird indigenous to North America, was once in danger of extinction.
In the 1960s, scientists discovered by-products of the pesticide DDT in the birds' eggs, which caused them to
be too soft to survive. The use of the pesticide had been banned in the United States, but the falcons were
eating migratory birds from other places where DDT was still used. In order to increase the survival rate,
scientists were raising the birds in laboratories and then releasing them into mountainous areas. This practice
achieved only moderate success, however, because many of the birds raised in captivity could not survive in
the wild.
There is now, however, a new alternative to releases in the wild. A falcon that has been given the name
Scarlett chose to make her home on a ledge of the 33rd floor of a Baltimore, Maryland, office building rather
than in the wild, and, to the surprise of the scientists, she has managed to live quite well in the city. Following
this example, programs have been initiated that release birds like Scarlett into cities rather than into their
natural wild habitat. These urban releases are becoming a common way to strengthen the species. Urban homes
have several benefits for the birds that wild spots do not. First, there is an abundance of pigeons and small
birds as food sources. The peregrine in the city is also protected from its main predator, the great horned owl.
Urban release programs have been very successful in re-establishing the peregrine falcons along the East
Coast. Though they are still an endangered species, their numbers increased from about 60 nesting pairs in
1975 to about 700 pairs in 1992. In another decade the species may flourish again, this time without human
help.
Question 26. What is the main topic of the passage?
A. harmful effects of pesticides B. endangered species
C. survival of peregrine falcons D. releases into the wild
Question 27. Why were the peregrine falcons in danger?
A. because they were prized by hunters and hunted to near extinction
B. because of pesticides used by American farmers
C. because they ate birds from other countries where DDT was still used
D. because they migrated to countries where their eggs could not survive
Question 28. In line 3, the word "banned" could be best replaced by ____________.
A. developed B. authorized C. disseminated D. prohibited
Question 29. What does the pronoun “them” in line 5 refer to?
A. scientists B. laboratories C. birds D. areas
Question 30. According to the passage, which of following statements is NOT true?
A. The falcon named Scarlett doesn’t live well in the city.
B. The peregrine falcon’s main predators are owls.
C. The release programs have been the most successful on the East Coast.
D. Urban homes have several advantages for the birds.

IV. WRITING
Part 1. Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to make a meaningful
conversation/ paragraph /email in each of the following questions.
Question 31.
a. Michael: That’s true, and I think practicing with a native speaker could really help!
b. Kim: I know it can be challenging, but I heard that once you get the hang of the tones, it becomes easier.
c. Michael: I’ve been thinking about learning Chinese, but it seems so difficult with all the characters!
d. Michael: That sounds perfect! I’ll join you, and we can practice together.
e. Kim: Absolutely! I found some great online resources and language exchange partners.
A. c-b-a-d-e B. c-e-d-b-a C. d-b-a-c-e D. d-e-a-b-c
Question 32.
Hi Susan,
a. I hope you had a great time with everyone, and I promise to make it up to you soon.
b. Please forgive me for not being there. I’ve been overwhelmed with work and completely lost track of time.
c. I feel terrible about missing your birthday party last weekend.
d. It was really irresponsible of me not to let you know earlier that I couldn’t make it.
e. Let’s catch up sometime this week if you’re free,
Alex
A. d-b-a-e-c B. b-e-a-d-c C. a-d-b-c-e D. c-a-d-b-e
Question 33.
a. First, what are the university entry requirements for international students in the UK?
b. Regards,
c. Dear Kevin, I hope you well! I am writing to ask you for some information and advice on higher education
in your country.
d. What’s more, what types of accommodation are available for international students?
e. Do I have to take any university entrance examinations if I have a certificate of secondary school graduation
and a transcript of marks for all subjects.
f. I wish you and your family the best
A. c – e – a – d – f – b B. c – a – e- f – d – b C. c – a – e – d – f – b D. c – a – b – f – d – e
Question 34.
a. In addition, we have established a garden to offer a haven for native animals to flourish.
b. Warm regards.
c. I'm pleased to report some encouraging developments about conservation efforts at our school.
d. Finally, students play a key role in coordinating wildlife conservation initiatives by planning awareness
campaigns and holding fundraisers.
e. Dear John, I hope this letter finds you well!
f. Ultimately, these endeavors demonstrate our dedication to protecting biodiversity and creating a positive
influence on the environment.
g. Firstly, our school has implemented a recycling programme to reduce waste and protect habitats.
A. e – g – a – d – c – f – b B. e – c – g – a – d – f – b
C. e – c – f – g – a – d – b D. e – c – a – g – d – f – b

Part 2. Rewrite the sentences using the given words in brackets.

Question 35. “Remember to bring your umbrella to me soon,” Tony said to me. (reminded)
-> Tony_________________________________________________soon.

Question 36. The weather was too cold for them to go camping. (that)
-> The weather was so__________________________________go camping.

Question 37. Thanks to her high grades at university, Barbara is offered the position. (be)
-> If Barbara hadn’t got high grades at university,_________________________________the position.

Question 38. Peter does not drive so carefully as Tom. (more)

-> Tom drives________________________________________Peter.

Question 39. Mr. Pike mended the washing machine for me. (had)
 I ________________________________________the washing machine.

Question 40. Mary has a good relationship with all the members of her team. (on)
 Mary _____________________________________ all the members of her team.

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