Đề thi HK2 Tiếng Anh 12 - Đề số 2

Lớp 12
60 phút
40 câu hỏi

Listen to Mark and his sister, Holly, talking about Mark’s school day and decide whether the following statements are T (True) or F (False).

Câu 1:

1. Mr. Brown was disappointed because Mark didn't get high scores on the grammar test.

A.

True

B.

False

Câu 2:

2. Mr. Brown advised Mark to join an event in the English club.

A.

True

B.

False

Câu 3:

3. After helping Mr. Brown at the English club, Mark went to basketball practice.

A.

True

B.

False

Câu 4:

4. Because Mark was late for the sports practice, he had to run 4 km.

A.

True

B.

False

Listen to a talk about careers in the age of Al and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions.

Câu 5:

What is the talk mainly about?

A.

The best jobs in the era of Al.

B.

How to future-proof our jobs.

C.

Why life-long learning is important.

D.

Skills that will never be outdated.

Câu 6:

What attitude should people adopt toward rapid technological changes?

A.

They should be ready to make changes.

B.

They should be fearful of these developments.

C.

They should be optimistic about the future.

D.

They should be doubtful of these trends.

Câu 7:

Why should people make an effort to understand the latest technology?

A.

To stay in touch with the newest trends.

B.

To change the way they do their jobs.

C.

To become expert users of these tools.

D.

To remain competitive in the job market.

Câu 8:

What's the benefit of doing and learning something new?

A.

Becoming less hesitant to make changes.

B.

Being able to enjoy a greater level of comfort later.

C.

Having more knowledge and power over others.

D.

Gaining a broader perspective of the industry.

Read the following passage about choosing a college major and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

Join Our Dynamic Team!

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to grow your career? At BrightFuture Corp, we are (9)________  to creating a supportive and innovative work environment. We are currently seeking new talents to join our team in various positions, from marketing to software development.

We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive training programmes, (10)________  opportunities to work with industry-leading professionals. If you are passionate about learning and driven to succeed, this is the place for you!

To apply, submit your résumé and cover letter via our website. Applications should be (11)________  no later than December 15th. Don't miss this chance to improve your skills and (12)________  your professional goals!

For more information, contact us (13)________  careers@brightfuture.com or (123) 456-7890. We look forward to hearing from you and welcoming you to our (14)________  community.

Let's create a brighter future together!

Câu 9:
A.
contributed
B.
committed
C.
devoted
D.
objected
Câu 10:
A.
so
B.
and
C.
or
D.
but
Câu 11:
A.
sending
B.
send
C.
to send
D.
sent
Câu 12:
A.
promote
B.
share
C.
achieve
D.
build
Câu 13:
A.
at
B.
on
C.
in
D.
to
Câu 14:
A.
vibrance
B.
vibrant
C.
vibrate
D.
vibratory

Select the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the options that best complete the letter.

Hi Trevor,

I want to start tennis lessons at the sports club, but my mom says I need (15)________  partner to go with me.

I was wondering (16)________  learn to play tennis with me.

If we learn together, it will be cheaper to pay for lessons from the tennis coach. He advised me (17)________  for one partner because it's a game for two people. We can also motivate each other to practice.
Tennis is a (18)________  game, so it's a lot of fun to play. You'll also get really fit because you have to move nonstop. We can also invite some friends to play later. It'd be nice to (19)________  and spend some time together.

I really hope you can join me. If you still have any questions, call or text me. I've found a couple of places (20)________  you can rent rackets and shoes, so you don't have to worry about that.

Rick

Câu 15:
A.
a
B.
an
C.
the
D.
ø
Câu 16:
A.
could you
B.
can you
C.
do you
D.
if you could
Câu 17:
A.
look
B.
looking
C.
looked
D.
to look
Câu 18:
A.
compete
B.
competition
C.
competitive
D.
competitively
Câu 19:
A.
catch up
B.
keep up
C.
move on
D.
move in
Câu 20:
A.
which
B.
where
C.
when
D.
that

Read the following passage about choosing a college major and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

According to some estimates, 30% of undergraduates change their major at least once. So, what should students do when (21)________  which major to pursue at college?

(22)________ . When making a career plan, reflect on your beliefs about work, your interest in various academic subjects and your abilities. Surveys repeatedly show that students (23)________  are more likely to stick with their majors, while those who don't tend to get disoriented and lose motivation quite quickly.

College students sometimes drop out of their selected majors (24)________ . To avoid this outcome, it is important to do your research about the  job that you are interested in pursuing, as well as any related career tracks. Ask yourself which aspects of the job you could see yourself enjoying, and the parts of the job that you think you might dislike.

Students who were at the top of their class may be particularly shocked when they receive their first low grade on an exam. Negative feedback from college advisors and instructors can also influence a student's choice to switch out of their major. (25)________ . More importantly, prepare yourself for the inevitable academic challenges that await you in whichever major you choose.

(Adapted from: https://theconversation.com/3-strategies-to-help-college-students-pick-the-right-major-the-first-time-around-and-avoid-some-big-hassles-236208)

Câu 21:
A.
putting their minds to
B.
occupying their minds with
C.
making up their minds about
D.
broadening their minds about
Câu 22:
A.
What major you choose to pursue at college will determine the level of career success you will have in the future
B.
One way to increase the odds of choosing the right college major is to match it with your future career choice
C.
Students should have a clear understanding of their strengths and weaknesses before making a career plan
D.
Creating a study plan for your college years is an important step to ensure your success in the academic major you choose
Câu 23:
A.
who look ahead to their careers
B.
who care little about the future
C.
who skip this step of career planning
D.
who fail to reflect on their career choices
Câu 24:
A.
because they are distracted by tempting non-academic activities
B.
because they are overwhelmed with the related job opportunities
C.
because they become excessively confident about their own abilities
D.
because they become disillusioned with the subject area they picked
Câu 25:
A.
These difficulties are unavoidable; so instead of giving up, you should stand up for yourself by challenging authority
B.
If these challenges happen, consider other majors that set lower standards so that you can complete them on time
C.
When facing these setbacks, be steadfast and re-examine what drove you to pick the major in the first place
D.
In the face of these obstacles, ask yourself whether it is worth sticking it out until the end of the major program

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions.

The traditional wisdom "A Jack of all trades, a master of none" has long been held in high regard. However, in today's rapidly evolving world, a new breed of innovators is challenging this maxim. They are the polymaths, multi-talented individuals, also known as Renaissance men, who not only dip their toes into various fields but dive deep and come up with pearls of innovation. They are jacks of all trades, and masters of many. Take, for instance, the audacious genius of Elon Musk.

Born in Pretoria, South Africa, Elon Musk-the man behind PayPal, Tesla, SpaceX, and Neuralink-is the epitome of a modern-day Renaissance man. [I] Each of his ventures operates in entirely different sectors: digital payments, automotive, aerospace, and neurotechnology. [II] He disrupts, revolutionises, and masters each of them. [III] Without formal education in rocket science, he founded SpaceX, the first privately-funded company to send a spacecraft to the International Space Station. Similarly, although he didn't start in the automotive industry, Tesla has become a leader in the electric vehicle market, heralding a new era of sustainable transportation. [IV]

Musk's secret weapon is a concept called 'first principles thinking,' a problem-solving method used by Aristotle and another renowned polymath, Leonardo da Vinci. This approach involves breaking down complex problems into their most fundamental parts and building up solutions from scratch. It enables Musk to venture into unknown territories, question assumptions, and come up with innovative solutions.

Musk's success substantiates the argument that in our complex and rapidly evolving world, being a specialist might limit the ability to innovate across boundaries. In contrast, a well-rounded, multi-disciplinary approach opens up endless avenues of creativity and innovation. Today's entrepreneurial landscape increasingly values generalists, who have a broad view of the world, understand various disciplines, and integrate their knowledge to come up with creative solutions. A jack-of-all-trades approach equips entrepreneurs with diverse skills, allowing them to see the bigger picture and navigate the complexities of the business world.

Câu 26:

The word "audacious" in paragraph 1 is CLOSEST in meaning to __________.

A.

determined

B.

approachable

C.

decisive

D.

adventurous

Câu 27:

Which of the following best summarises paragraph 2?

A.

Elon Musk is the man behind the most innovative businesses.

B.

Elon Musk is one of the greatest geniuses of all time.

C.

Elon Musk is a living example of a Jack-of-all-trades.

D.

Elon Musk is a massively successful entrepreneur.

Câu 28:

Where in paragraph 2 does the following sentence best fit?

Yet, Musk doesn't just play around in these fields.

A.

[I]

B.

[II]

C.

[III]

D.

[IV]

Câu 29:

According to paragraph 2, which is NOT true about Elon Musk?

A.

He is the founder of a number of successful businesses.

B.

His businesses change the way things have been working.

C.

His ventures are the pioneers in their respective industries.

D.

He is involved in multiple industries, including digital payments and neurotechnology.

Câu 30:

The word "It" in paragraph 3 refers to __________.

A.

a secret weapon used by Elon Musk

B.

unpacking complex problems into fundamental elements

C.

developing a new solution from beginning

D.

problem-solving approach used by polymaths

Câu 31:

The word "innovative" in paragraph 3 is OPPOSITE in meaning to __________.

A.

revolutionary

B.

original

C.

conventional

D.

abnormal

Câu 32:

What advantage does a jack-of-all-trade have over a specialist?

A.

An entrepreneurial mindset that motivates him to cross boundaries.

B.

An ability to narrow down his focus and solve problems more efficiently.

C.

A good sense of navigation to avoid complexities of the business world.

D.

A broad perspective that allows for developing out-of-the-box solutions.

Câu 33:

Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 4?

A.

In contrast, insights from various areas makes it difficult to develop a comprehensive approach that unlocks potential for innovation.

B.

In contrast, a comprehensive approach that combines insights from various areas unlocks a huge potential for innovation.

C.

On the other hand, a huge potential for innovation is unlocked when insights from various disciplines are approached with an open mind.

D.

On the other hand, an approach that draws on deep insights from a discipline unlocks a huge potential for innovative solutions.

Câu 34:

According to the passage, what can be inferred about people like Elon Musk?

A.

They don't take things for granted and always try to push boundaries.

B.

They don't value traditional wisdom and seek to prove them wrong.

C.

Their success is due to their exceptional mastery of only one skill.

D.

Their success is an exception, and cannot be replicated by others.

Câu 35:

Which of the following best summarises the passage?

A.

The key to success today might be to be a jack-of-all-trades.

B.

The most successful people in history are jacks-of-all-trades.

C.

Jacks-of-all-trades are respected more today than in the past.

D.

Being a jack-of-all-trades likely puts people at a disadvantage.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the best arrangement of utterances or sentences to make a meaningful exchange or text in each of the following questions.

Câu 36:

a. Ms Lan, can you explain the concept of "teamwork skills" for?

b. Oh, I see. Thank you for your explanation!

c. Well, it means working well with other people to get things done.

A.

c – a – b

B.

a – c – b

C.

a – b – c

D.

b – a – c

Câu 37:

a. Well. I love the interactive nature of the course and the helpful feedback from the instructors.

b. That's great to hear! It really helped me improve my skills, too.

c. Hi Lan, guess what? I've enrolled in the calligraphy course you recommended last week. Thank you for your recommendation.

d. I can't wait for the rest of the course.

e. No problem. How are you finding the course so far?

A.

a – b – c – e – d

B.

c – b – a – e – d

C.

e – d – a – b – c

D.

c – e – a – b – d

Câu 38:

Dear Mai,

a. It's a big change for me, and I'm both nervous and excited about starting this new chapter.

b. I wanted to share some exciting news about my career with you.

c. After months of searching, I finally got a new job as a project manager!

d. The position is with MCB Company, and it's a great opportunity to work on projects that really

interest me.

e. I'd love to catch up soon and hear about what's new with you.

Best wishes,

Nam

A.

c – a – b – e – d

B.

b – c – d – a – e

C.

c – d – e – a – b

D.

b – d – c – a – e

Câu 39:

a. This is because many jobs which previously required a college degree are no longer relevant and disappearing as a result of increasing automation.

b. Likewise, many jobs in finance and banking are being endangered as supercomputers are taking over data crunching and financial counselling.

c. A college qualification is no longer a prerequisite or a fast track to a successful career.

d. More importantly, college education has become prohibitively expensive, making it uncompetitive compared to other career routes like vocational training or apprenticeship.

e. For example, Al-powered machinery and software are replacing technicians on many high-tech industrial factory floors.

A.

c – e – b – a – d

B.

c – b – d – a – e

C.

c – a – e – b – d

D.

c – d – a – e – b

Câu 40:

To whom it may concern,

I am writing in response to your job advertisement for a Marketing Specialist, published in the local newspaper

a. In my previous position, I was responsible for creating buzz for the company's products on social media platforms.

b. The most successful campaign I was in charge of generated $100,000 in conversion value.

c. With a strong background in marketing, I have built a proven track record in sales and copywriting.

d. I am confident that my experience and achievements make me a strong candidate for this position.

e. The content marketing campaigns my team and I ran significantly contributed to retaining and sustainably

growing the customer base.

Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the opportunity to discuss how I can contribute to your team.

Yours truly,

A.

c – a – e – b – d

B.

d – a – e – c – b

C.

b – d – e – a – c

D.

c – a – e – d – b

Gửi bài