SỞ GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO HẢI DƯƠNG KỲ THI THỬ CHỌN HỌC SINH GIỎI

CỤM CÁC TRƯỜNG THPT LỚP 12 THPT NĂM HỌC 2024 – 2025
Môn thi: TIẾNG ANH
Ngày thi: 14/10/2025
Thời gian làm bài: 180 phút, không kể phát đề
Đề thi có 08 trang
ĐỀ CHÍNH THỨC
Chú ý: Thí sinh làm bài vào tờ giấy thi
Phần trắc nghiệm: Chỉ cần viết đáp án A, hoặc B, C, D
Phần tự luận: Viết đầy đủ theo yêu cầu của bài
(Thí sinh không được sử dụng bất cứ tài liệu gì.)
PART A: LISTENING: Hướng dẫn làm bài Nghe:
Bài Nghe gồm có 04 phần, mỗi phần thí sinh được nghe 02 lần.
Mọi hướng dẫn cho thí sinh (bằng tiếng Anh) có trong bài
I. You will hear people talking in 5 different situations. For questions 1-5, choose the best answer A, B or C.
(5 points)
Question 1. You will hear a writer being interviewed. What is her latest book?
A. a biography B. A novel C. an autobiography D. a satire
Question 2. You will hear two men talking about a woman at a party. Who is she?
A. a famous actress B. a famous athlete C. a famous model D. a famous coach
Question 3. You overhear a conversation between two people. Where does the woman eventually decide to leave her cat?
A. with her boyfriend B. with his sister C. at the cat home D. with her neighbor
Question 4. You will hear two directors discussing who to appoint as sales manager. Who do they finally agree to give
the job to?
A. Mrs Jones B. Mrs Field C. Miss Green D. Mr Smith
Question 5. You will hear someone explaining why he is late. What reason does he give?
A. The trains were delayed B. He couldn’t find a bus stop
C. His friend’s motorbike broke down D. He overslept
II. You will hear a lecture being given to a group of parents about keeping children safe in water. For
questions from 6-10, complete the lecture note. (use NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS/ NUMBERS for each
blank) (5 points)
KIDS AND WATER SAFETY
Lecturer: Deborah Green from the Royal 6______________.
Prevention is better than cure
Babies can be taken to pools as young as (possible)/ 3 months
Pools are supervised by trained lifeguards
There should be one supervising adult to 7______________under 8
Make sure swimming aids conform to 8______________.
At the beach, make sure the child is supervised (at all times)
You should not swim when there is 9______________.
The European blue flag means the beach is (very) clean
Safety is just a matter of 10______________.
Question 6. __________ Question 7. __________ Question 8. __________
Question 9. __________ Question 10. __________
III. You will hear a radio interview with a woman called Ivana Thomas, whose father wrote natural history
articles for newspapers and magazines. For questions 11-15, choose the best answer (A, B or C).
(5.0 points)
Question 11. Why was Ivana's father pleased to be asked to write a weekly newspaper column?
A. He was bored with the work he was doing. B. He had to support his growing family financially.
C. He suggested an idea to the local newspaper. D. He developed a deep love for nature’s beauty.
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Question 12. Why did Ivana's father find his job in a museum frustrating?
A. He wasn't interested in studying sea creatures. B. He wasn’t very good at doing detailed, precise work.
C. He wasn’t able to study a wide variety of subjects. D. He was fed up with studying the octopus alone.
Question 13. Why did Ivana's father take the family on long bus trips to places like lakes and woods?
A. to teach them about wildlife. B. to get ideas for his articles.
C. to look for a new place to live. D. to avoid the noisiness of London.
Question 14. What did Ivana's father encourage his children to do on visits to the countryside?
A. Take photographs of any rare things they saw. B. Take notes about anything interesting they found.
C. Draw the ordinary creatures they observed. D. Search for special things they wanted to find.
Question 15. Why did Ivana and her brothers choose to do similar jobs to their father's?
A. They didn’t seriously consider any other careers.
B. They were persuaded to do so by their father.
C. They weren’t skilled enough in other subjects for careers.
D. They found all other potential careers quite boring.
IV. You will hear five students talking about studying at university. For question 16-20, choose T for true
and F for false. (5 points)
Questions T (True) F (False)
Question 16 The speaker is so happy with her experience at university
Question 17 The speaker was pleasantly surprised at his new university.
Question 18 The speaker doesn’t want to change the place he is living in
Question 19 The speaker’s course involves practical work experience.
Question 20 The speaker is taking a course that helps her specialize in only one subject.

PART B: GRAMMAR AND VOCABULARY

I. Choose the best option A, B, C or D that best fits into the following sentences. (9 points)
Question 21: To become a psychologist would have meant _________ for another four years.
A. to study B. study C. studying D. to studying
Question 22: Unsalted butter is best for this recipe, but ______, margarine will do.
A. except that B. for all of which C. failing that D. given that
Question 23: Global warming has progressed _______ glaciers everywhere are shrinking.
A. too much an extent that B. to such an extent that C. enough an extent that D. so great an extent that
Question 24: Owning and living in a freestanding house is still a goal of young adults, ______ earlier generations.
A. as did B. as it was of C. like that of D. so have
Question 25: The film Lawrence of Arabia is three hours and forty-one minutes long, one minute ______ Gone with the
Wind.
A. in length like B. long is C. is longer than D. longer than is
Question 26: The scientific community has not yet agreed on the results of the study, and researchers remain ______.
A. in the driver's seat B. taking the bull by the horns C. at odds with each other D. running out of steam
Question 27: ________ serves as a foundation for ethical decision-making in professional environments.
A. Moral philosophy, which philosophers regard B. What do philosophers regard as moral philosophy
C. What philosophers regard as moral philosophy D. Moral philosophy is regarded by philosophers as
Question 28: Excessive screen time can _______ children's ability to concentrate and engage with their peers.
A. take a stand against B. create ripples in C. pay the consequences for D. put a damper on
Question 29: She tried to discuss her ideas for the project, but her manager ________ and changed the subject to
something else.
A. passed her over B. let her down C. brushed her off D. threw her under the bus

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II. Read the following leaflet/biography and choose the best option (A, B, C or D) to fill in each blank.
(6 points)
iPhone 16: The Future, Redefined
A Display Like No Other
• ProMotion Infinity Display – Ultra-responsive and vibrant, bringing (30) ______ to life.
Unmatched Power & Speed
• Powered by the A17 Bionic Pro chip for unparalleled performance.
• 5G+ connectivity ensures lightning-fast streaming, gaming, and multitasking.
Revolutionary Camera System
• Quad-lens Pro camera with AI-enhanced imaging for stunning photos and videos.
• Capture in 8K and (31) ______ your creativity with cinematic mode.
Secure & Smart
• Advanced Face ID technology for unmatched security.
Sustainability at Its Core
• Built with innovative materials for a greener future.
All-day Battery Life
• Stay powered up through work, play, and everything (32) ______ between.
Question 30: A. theme B. material C. context D. content
Question 31: A. unleash B. unfasten C. undermine D. unwind
Question 32: A. off B. up C. in D. on

Elon Musk: Visionary Disruptor of Modern Technology

Elon Musk is a pioneering entrepreneur, engineer, and inventor, renowned for founding and leading transformative
companies such as Tesla, SpaceX, Neuralink, and The Boring Company. His (33) ______ to propel humanity toward
sustainable energy and interplanetary life has disrupted multiple industries, from electric vehicles to aerospace. Through
SpaceX, Musk has redefined space exploration with groundbreaking achievements like reusable rockets and ambitions for
Mars colonization. His innovative (34) ______ extends to artificial intelligence and infrastructure development, disrupting
conventions. Both celebrated and controversial, Musk remains a defining figure of modern technology, (35) ______ pushing
the boundaries of what is possible.
Question 33: A. concept B. view C. vision D. sight
Question 34: A. criterion B. drive C. force D. push
Question 35: A. obliviously B. leniently C. intermittently D. relentlessly
III. Supply the correct form of the word in bracket in the following sentences. (5 points)
Question 36: In some traditions, ______ is viewed as a path to spiritual growth through self-denial of pleasures and
material possessions. (NEGATE)
Question 37: The politician ______ dodged the difficult question during the interview, steering the conversation toward
safer ground." (ART)
Question 38: The comments made during the meeting were deemed ______ by several attendees. (OBJECT)
Question 39: Despite the deal's appeal, the negotiator skillfully crafted a ______ that reduced risks while maximizing
benefits. (OFFER)
Question 40: Despite the challenges posed by her demanding career, she ______ dedicates every Sunday to
volunteering at the local shelter. (FAIL)
III. There are 5 mistakes in the following passage, read the passage, identify the mistakes and correct them.
(5 points)
Lines
1 Educators have long recognized that students perform better with one-on-one tutoring and mastery learning,
2 where subjects are mastered other than just reviewed for tests. Motivation, whether intrinsic or from external
3 sources, is crucial for success. In teaching artificial intelligence courses, my colleagues and I found that

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 4 methods—lectures, homework, and uniform exams—led to passive participation, with only 5 to 10 percent of
5 student engaging in deep discussions. Seeking improvement, we developed a free online course,
6 what attracted 23,000 of an initial 100,000 participants. Our second approach was more effective,
7 emphasizing active learning to enhance motivation and maintain focus, resulting in a significantly
8 lower dropout rate. In our classes, teachers have analyzed student participation data, but an AI system
9 could efficiently perform this task, offering personal recommendations to help students improve.

Quesstions Mistake Correction

Quesstion 41 Line __________________________
Quesstion 42 Line __________________________
Quesstion 43 Line __________________________
Quesstion 44 Line __________________________
Quesstion 45 Line __________________________

PART III: READING

I. Read the passage and choose the best option listed below to fill in each of the following blanks. (5 points)
The Erosion of Leisure in the Age of Technology
A. labor-saving devices would free them from the daily grind
B. the reality of the 21st century has turned out quite differently
C. new tools have simplified life and imbued it with greater purpose and significance
D. they were disconnected from work responsibilities
E. the lines between work and personal life blur
F. technology has ensnared us further into the demands of work and study
G. advanced technology would increasingly encroach upon people's free time

Recent surveys reveal that the technological tools designed to simplify our lives are instead eroding our leisure time. We
find ourselves working longer hours, taking fewer and shorter vacations, and even when we do take a break, we remain
tethered to work through our smartphones, laptops, and other devices. As a result, stress levels have skyrocketed, while
(46) ______ due to constant connectivity via emails, voice messages, and the Internet.
Historically, since the Industrial Revolution, people believed that (47) _______. These advancements were expected to
grant more time for intellectual, creative, and social pursuits. The vision included spending more time with loved ones,
staying informed about current events, and even enjoying moments of relaxation. Unfortunately, (48) ______.
Instead of granting us freedom, (49) ______. The tools that promised liberation now bind us in ways unimaginable just a
few years ago. The expectations surrounding technological advancements have often failed to align with reality, leaving
many overwhelmed and overworked.
In the past, the boundaries between work and leisure were clearer. Once people left their offices, (50) ______. Today,
however, constant connectivity is expected in an increasingly competitive work environment. Workers are pressured to be
reachable at all times, and even students find themselves tied to their computers as work and communication move online.
While technology brings undeniable benefits, it has also introduced new challenges. Instead of enhancing our quality of life, it
often adds stress, forcing us to reconsider our relationship with these tools and whether they are truly improving our lives.
II. Read the following passage and choose the option (A, B, C or D) that best fits into the numbered blanks.
(10 points)
Ernst Hoffsberger, the acclaimed classical composer who passed away earlier this week, transformed the realm of
contemporary classical music. He left an indelible mark on a generation of aspiring artists across various (51) ______. His
three symphonies are widely regarded as having (52) ______ the achievements of his late twentieth-century
contemporaries. By integrating elements of jazz, rock, and later even hip-hop into his compositions, Hoffsberger's work
often departed (53) ______ from the conventional classical sound. His bold approach challenged established (54) ______
and reimagined the genre.

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 Born in post-war California, Hoffsberger was raised in a strict religious environment. His father, a pianist, (55)
______ in him a deep appreciation for classical music from an early age. He initially (56) ______ a career as a freelance
journalist, composing music in his spare time. In the late 1960s, he (57) ______ a group of amateur musicians, honing his
craft before turning professional with the groundbreaking public performance of his Tenor Sax Concerto in 1971. This event
marked a turning point, launching a career during which Hoffsberger continuously pushed the envelope of orchestral
composition, helping to bring classical music to a (58) ______ audience.
What truly set Hoffsberger apart, (59) ______, was his rare ability to retain a human touch in all his work, allowing
him to connect with and collaborate across artistic boundaries. His openness to experimentation and his willingness to
engage (60) ______ musicians from various genres ensured that his music remained relevant, innovative, and profoundly
influential throughout his lifetime.
Question 51: A. disciplines B. pioneers C. counterparts D. contemporaries
Question 52: A. eclipsed B. subdued C. languished D. expedited
Question 53: A. virtually B. significantly C. marginally D. negligibly
Question 54: A. divergences B. categories C. norms D. rhythms
Question 55: A. imparted B. instilled C. embedded D. enrooted
Question 56: A. embarked B. acclaimed C. pursued D. engaged
Question 57: A. put up with B. caught up with C. met up with D. teamed up with
Question 58: A. broader B. more extensive C. more widespread D. greater
Question 59: A. therefore B. moreover C. otherwise D. however
Question 60: A. in B. with C. to D. for
III. Read the passages and choose the most appropriate heading for each of the following paragraphs . (5
points)
The Final Frontier for Tourism
List of headings
A. From Apollo to Mars: NASA's Next Chapter
B. Russian innovations
C. A profitable investment
D. The future of tourism
E. Humankind's Timeless Dream of Adventure
F. The Dawn of Space Tourism
G. Aspiring Plans for Lunar Tourism
Question 61: Paragraph 1: ______
For some reason humankind has always looked towards the stars and dreamt of one day making the voyage into the
unknown and exploring the outer space. Perhaps it is our innate curiosity, perhaps the challenge presented by the seemingly
impossible; whatever the lure, the quest to venture into space has become an obsession for many.
Question 62: Paragraph 2: ______
On a memorable July day in 1969 one man made a giant leap for his kind. Neil Armstrong touched down on the moon as the
world watched with bated breath. Was this a beginning or the culmination of years of endeavor that pushed science to its very
limits? Well, it has been a long time indeed since the last moon landing, more than 40 years, but science has not stood still in
the interim, nor have our dreams become any less ambitious. According to NASA, plans are afoot for a manned mission to
Mars at some point after 2020. A return to the Moon has been scheduled sooner – perhaps 2018 if NASA’s new Crew
Exploration Vehicle (CEV) is rolled out on time. It may not be Hollywood razzle-dazzle-style progress; it may even be
painstakingly slow, but rest assured that plans are afoot for something very ambitious and special indeed, and NASA may be
back in the headlines making waves and history again, just as it did on that faithful day in 1969, in the not-too-distant future.
Question 63: Paragraph 3: ______
That said, it is the prospect of space tourism for the masses that has captured the headlines recently, and this may not be
such a distant dream as people would expect. In 2001, an American multimillionaire, Dennis Tito, became the first space
tourist, spending ten days on the International Space Station along with his crew of Russian cosmonauts, and fulfilling a
lifelong ambition in the process. He described the experience rather than paradoxically as “indescribable”; everything that
he thought it would be and more. A year later, South African millionaire Mark Shuttleworth followed his footsteps. On his
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return to Earth he said, “every second will be with me for the rest of my life”. Clearly these men had a once-in-a-lifetime
experience, but this came at a hefty price, both paying $20 million for the pleasure of their space adventures.

Question 64: Paragraph 4: ______

At present, space tourism is undoubtedly reserved for an elite and wealthy few, but what of the future? If Eric Anderson,
president of Space Adventures, the company that organised Tito and Shuttleworth’s trips, is to be believed, it will be the
next big thing. “Everyone’s looking for a new experience”, he says. Indeed, Space Adventures is planning to offer rocket
trips to the public for $100,000 within the next few years, so perhaps space tourism is closer than we think. Another
company, The Space Island Group, is planning to build a space hotel inspired by the spaceship in the film 2001: A Space
Odyssey. Gene Meyers, the company’s president, predicts that in 2020 a five-day holiday at the hotel will cost less than
$25,000. Imagine, he says, a five-star hotel with all the usual luxuries, except that each morning you’ll be greeted by mind-
blowing views of outer space. This is certainly food for thought for adventure-seeking holiday planners. That said, unless
there is a serious spike in inflation between now and 2020, $25,000 will still remain a considerable sum of money to have
to part with for a recreational activity, one-in-a-lifetime or not. But that is perhaps missing the point – the prospect of
affordable space travel is getting closer and closer and it is only a matter of time before it becomes a reality.
Question 65: Paragraph 5: ______
Other companies have even more ambitious plans. Bigelow Aerospace is spending close to $500 million on a project to
build a 700-metre spaceship to fly tourists to the moon. The spaceship will be able to hold 100 guests, each with a
private room offering truly unique views of the Earth’s sunset. Even the Hilton Hotel Group wants to get in on the act with
talk of plans to build a Hilton on the moon. At present, only millionaires can enjoy the privilege of a space journey, but in
the words of Bob Dylan, ‘The times are changing’ And sooner than you’d think.

IV. Read the passage and choose the best option (A, B, C or D) to answer the following questions. (10 points)
In the 1980s, the U.S. Department of Energy sought locations to store radioactive waste from its nuclear energy
programs, considering remote desert sites with deep underground chambers. The challenge extended beyond finding a
suitable burial method, as nuclear waste remains highly dangerous for thousands of years. This raised a crucial question:
how could future civilizations—up to 10,000 years ahead—be warned about the risks these sites pose, especially if they no
longer speak our languages or possess our knowledge?
Although it’s possible that future societies might develop technology to recognize the dangers of radiation, this
assumption is grounded in our current belief in unbroken technological progress. However, there’s no certainty that such
advancements will continue. Major catastrophes, whether natural (such as an ice age. or human-made (war or
environmental collapse., could cause society to regress, leaving future generations without the knowledge or context
needed to understand these hidden threats.
The fundamental issue, then, is how to communicate across millennia to warn future societies that may not share
our languages, culture, or scientific understanding. Any message must be universally comprehensible and robust enough
to endure thousands of years. However, the task force soon recognized that no physical medium could reliably preserve
such a message. According to the second law of thermodynamics, all materials degrade over time. Even computers, which
might store vital data, would not last for millennia, and future generations may lack electricity or the technology needed to
access digital information.
Confronted with this challenge, linguist Thomas Sebeok and his team concluded that no material method could
ensure the transmission of information across such vast timeframes. Instead, Sebeok proposed the creation of an "atomic
priesthood." This group would be responsible for preserving knowledge about the radioactive waste and passing it down
through generations. By embedding this knowledge into myths, rituals, and taboos, the atomic priesthood would ensure
that future societies avoided the dangerous sites. The priesthood, possessing the scientific expertise, would maintain this
knowledge, while outsiders would be deterred by cultural prohibitions and legends designed to keep them away.
This proposal, however, faced significant criticism. One concern was the potential breakdown of the message over
time. To address this, Sebeok’s team suggested a "relay system," wherein the information would be renewed and updated
every three generations, ensuring its preservation without relying on physical storage.

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 A deeper concern lay in the social implications. Critics argued that the atomic priesthood, as an
exclusive group with access to crucial knowledge, could misuse their power to manipulate those lacking
scientific understanding, creating an unequal and potentially dangerous social structure in the future.

Question 66. What is the best title for this passage?

A. The Risks of Technological Regression in Future Societies
B. The Search for a Long-Term Nuclear Waste Solution
C. The Role of the Atomic Priesthood in Future Societies
D. The Impact of Catastrophes on Future Generations
Question 67. Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?
A. Nuclear waste remains highly hazardous for thousands of years.
B. Sebeok's relay system was designed to rely on physical storage.
C. The second law indicates that all materials degrade over time.
D. Future generations might lack the ability to access digital data.
Question 68. The word “regress” in paragraph 2 is OPPOSITE in meaning to ______.
A. advance B. deteriorate C. accumulate D. plunge
Question 69. The word “robust” in paragraph 2 is CLOSEST in meaning to ______.
A. fragile B. feeble C. tenacious D. sturdy
Question 70. Based on paragraph 3, which of the following was recognized by the task force?
A. Only written messages could survive the passage of time.
B. Electricity would be essential for storing data on the sites.
C. No physical medium could preserve information for millennia.
D. The use of computers would prevent the degradation of data.
Question 71. The word "it" in paragraph 4 refers to ______.
A. this group B. knowledge C. radioactive waste D. atomic priesthood
Question 72. All of the following are potential failures of Sebeok’s proposal EXCEPT ______.
A. The message might eventually be lost or misunderstood over time.
B. The atomic priesthood could misuse its exclusive knowledge for power.
C. There is no guarantee that technological progress will continue steadily.
D. Digital storage systems could stay functional in future civilizations.
Question 73. The author would most likely support which of the following statements?
A. Developing a physical medium for storing information is the best solution.
B. Combining cultural and scientific methods is key to ensuring future safety.
C. The proposed relay system would not communicate the message effectively.
D. Future societies will certainly understand the dangers of radioactive waste.
Question 74. Which of the following sentences best paraphrases the final paragraph?
A. Critics worried the atomic priesthood would gain power, but society would still benefit.
B. The atomic priesthood could use their exclusive knowledge, but would maintain equality.
C. The relay system could fail, allowing the atomic priesthood to control future societies.
D. Sebeok’s system raised concerns about fairness and potential abuse of power by the group.
Question 75. Which option best summarizes the passage?
A. The U.S. Department of Energy sought long-term storage for nuclear waste, but the challenge was warning future
societies, leading Sebeok to propose a non-material solution.
B. Since technological progress isn’t certain, Sebeok suggested an atomic priesthood to preserve nuclear waste
knowledge, though critics worried about social inequality and imminent wars.
C. Given the danger of nuclear waste, future societies need reliable warnings. Sebeok’s team suggested an atomic
priesthood, but physical storage posed limitations.
D. As nuclear waste remains hazardous for millennia, Sebeok’s team proposed an atomic priesthood, but concerns about
knowledge misuse and power imbalance arose.

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PART D
I. Rewrite the following sentences, using the word(s) provided so that it has similar meaning as the one
given above. (3 points)
Question 76. It’s a widespread assumption that George was wrongly accused.
→ George ______________________________________________.
Question 77. The technological failure resulted in the abrupt termination of the experiment.
→ But_________________________________________________.
Question 78. They recognize the value of time management for productivity.
→ They’re well _________________________________________.
II. Rewrite the following sentences, using the word(s) provided in the bracket so that it has similar
meaning as the one given above. (2 points)
Question 79. Rather than dealing with the issue immediately, they decided to postpone it for later. (kick)
→ Instead of ______________________________.
Question 80. The chef is displeased with customers who complain about their meals without justification. (tolerate)
→ The chef _____________________________________
III. You are the head of your school youth union. Your school is launching an environmental contest, called
“Green Movement”, to inspire action and raise awareness about sustainability. Write a letter to all your
students, announcing the contest and the activities students in each class can do. (5 points)

Your letter might include: + The purpose of the contest

+ The duration of the contest
+ Activities students in each class can do
+ How the contest will be judged.
+ Prize for the winner
+ ……
Dear all students,

_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________

Hoang Thuy Anh

IV. Write an essay of about 250 words on the following topic. (15 points)
While some people hold honesty in high regard and believe it is vital to be truthful at all times,
others argue that in certain situations, a lie can be acceptable or even necessary.
Explain some of the arguments for each side, and tell which belief you advocate. Give reasons.

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