Đề thi Chuyên Tiếng Anh tỉnh Hà Giang năm học 2023-2024 có đáp án

SỞ GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO

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ĐỀ THI CHÍNH THỨC

(Đề thi có 05 trang)

KỲ THI TUYỂN SINH VÀO LỚP 10 THPT CHUYÊN

NĂM HỌC 2023-2024

Môn: TIẾNG ANH 

(Dành cho thí sinh thi vào Chuyên Anh)

Thời gian làm bài: 150 phút, không kể thời gian phát đề

I. LISTENING

Questions 1-5

Listen to an interview with a young teacher called Carol and choose the correct answer A, B, C, or D which fits best according to what you hear. Write your answers to the corresponding numbered boxes provided. (10 pts)

1. Who inspired Carol to become a teacher?

A. her parent

B. her drama teacher

C. her classmates

2. What is the most important thing about being a teacher, according to Carol?

A. show how much they know about their subject

B. be more intelligent than their students

C. communicate well with their students

3. What does Carol have her students do if they aren’t working well?

A. extra homework

B. a written test

C. physical exercise

4. How does Carol feel about her career as a teacher?

A. proud

B. anxious

C. disappointed

5. What does Carol want to do in the future?

A. be a head teacher

B. continue to teach

C. do some acting

Questions 6-10

Complete the sentences below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer. (10 pts)

6. Make sure you get on __________ at the beginning and end of the trip.

7. Go to the __________ if you get separated from the guide.

8. The __________ card entitles you to a discount on food and drink in the palace.

9. Local people will accept __________ less than the price they have asked for souvenirs.

10. Avoid __________ the statue of King Hupugarta.

II. PHONETICS AND LEXICO-GRAMMAR

Part 1: Choose the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation (5 pts)

11. A. dialect B. bilingual C. application D. satellite

12. A. creature B. increase C. feature D. recreation

13. A. honest B. history C. hour D. honor

14. A. bathing B. method C. bathroom D. month

15. A. gossip B. gentle C. gamble D. garage

Part 2: Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. (5 pts)

16. Cinderella danced __________ than any other girls at the ball.

A. more graceful B. as graceful C. gracefully D. more gracefully

17. When you come inside, you should __________ your coat and hat.

A. take after B. take on C. take off D. take up

18. The industrial __________ will lead to the country’s prosperity.

A. developed B. development C. developing D. develop

19. Many students have to burn the midnight __________ to prepare for the entrance examination.

A. coal B. candle C. oil D. gas

20. __________ it is getting dark, we will not wait for him any longer.

A. Unless B. While C. Since D. Although

Part 3. For question 21-30, give the correct form of the words given in brackets. Write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes provided. (10 pts)

21. Television helps us broaden our __________ of cultures and societies around the world. (AWARE) 

22. Facial __________ show one’s feelings when he is communicating. (EXPRESS) 

23. The __________ in this city are very friendly and hospitable. (RESIDE) 

24. Reading is an effective way to __________ your vocabulary. (RICH) 

25. The whole country is trying to get rid of __________. (POOR)

26. The movie we have just watched is __________. (EXCEPTION) 

27. __________, we didn’t buy better quality goods from the beginning. (REGRET) 

28. Despite having a __________ job, she has difficulty making ends meet. (PAY) 

29. Peter lost his job because he often behaved __________ towards his customers. (POLITE)

30. He didn’t pass the final examination due to his __________. (LAZY)

II. READING 

Part 1: The young people below are all interested in protecting the environment. On the opposite page there are descriptions of eight websites on the environment. Decide which website would be the most suitable for the people below. For questions 31-35, write the correct letter A-H. There are more options than people, so you will not use all of them. You use only one website for each person. (10 pts)

31. __________ Ethan wants to know about environmental organizations around the world. He’s interested in doing a project at home on energy production and wants recommendations for other websites with up-to-date information on new research.

32. __________ Mario is interested in how the way he gets to work affects the environment and wants ideas to reduce any negative effects. He’d like to meet local people who share his interest in the environment.

33. __________ Sylvia is keen to know what she can do with items she doesn’t need, rather than throw them away. She’d like the opportunity to ask environmental experts about their work.

34. __________ Decian wants to know where to find clothes produced without damaging the environment. He’d like to learn about recycling processes, and see how recycling is done internationally.

35. __________ Tasha wants to help her family save energy, and get a basic introduction to studying the environment for a college project. She’d also like to buy something created from recycled items.

Websites on the environment

A. futurenow.org

Find answers here about how much energy is used around the planet. And if you’re planning a journey, put in your route to compare the energy used by different types of transport, and choose the one that’s best for the environment.

B. ourworld.org

This site lists the best places online to learn the latest results of scientific studies on issues affecting the environment. Or if you prefer working things out for yourself, there are experiments to do like making your own power using sunlight! You’ll also find information on groups all over the planet working to protect the environment.

C. cleanplanet.org

Discover how waste plastic, glass and metal are turned into new products, and watch clips showing different methods used around the world. There’s also a section about how much attention various fashion companies pay to their effect on the environment. Use it to keep up with new trends!

D. gtobaleco.org

This site explores the importance of energy in our daily lives, and also different ways of generating it without using oil or gas, for example by using wind power instead. There are links to UK companies that use these renewable energies, so you can find out more about what they do.

E. eco.org

Contact others who also care about environmental issues and find information about international groups; search for one to join in your area. You can also find out if your choice of transport damages the planet. If so, try the easy changes to your routine suggested here.

F. planetmatiters.org

Learn about what top scientists involved in research to protect our planet today, as well as about their latest discoveries. There’s a message board so you can post questions to them - you’ll always get a quick reply. There’s also a recycling section - find different uses for things that you might otherwise put in the bin.

G. worldaware.org

Most people want to know what they can do to help protect our world. This site has everything you need to know about recycling: why it’s important around the world, and how to get rid of items safely in your local area without harming the environment.

H. oneworld.org

There’s lots of environmental information here, whether you’re just starting to explore the subject, or wanting to find out about the latest research. Gifts are on sale, too, made from objects and materials that are often thrown out - treat yourself and help the planet! There’s also a useful guide on using less electricity at home - reduce those bills!

Part 2: For questions 36-45, read the text and fill in each blank with ONE suitable word. Write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes provided (10 pts) 

When you want to (36) __________ a flight to a certain place, visit your nearest travel agent. Tell the travel agent the (37) __________ when you want to travel and the destination to which you want to go. The travel agent will then type the information into a small computer. After checking everything on the computer screen, he/she will (38) __________ the information to a central computer. The central computer contains all information about bookings and destinations, and sends a reply, showing which are the (39) __________ suitable flights. It also shows whether the flights are fully booked (40) __________ not. The information (41) __________ is now shown on the small computer screen is continually changing as other bookings are (42) __________ in other parts of the world.

The travel agent now types in your booking, then the computer will ask for your name and address as (43) __________ as for certain other information. It will also ask (44) __________ you will pay for your ticket (by cheque or by credit card). Next the computer confirms the booking and makes a request for payment. When you have paid for your ticket, the travel agent types the information into the computer as well. Finally, some computers print out a ticket before you (45) __________ the travel agent’s.

Part 3: For questions 46-50, read the following passage and choose the best answer A, B, C or D. Write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes provided. (10 pts)

HOW TO FOLLOW YOUR DREAM 

by Paul Staples

I have had many years as a successful rock star, but will always remember my roots and how I formed my first band. At sixteen I was still growing up in a bad part of town. I didn’t have any way to express myself; I was frustrated at the terrible state of the neighbourhood and the unfairness that existed. Just a few miles away rich people lived who had everything, while we had nothing, and could only hope for the worst of jobs. 

One night, while I was at a friend’s house we found a pair of electric guitars, and started playing. We pretty much taught ourselves the music, and when a couple of other guys joined, who really knew how to play, I knew we had something. With my lyrics, I could express far more emotion and communicate with other people. Soon after that we set up our band. 

The songs we write are still very important to us. They’re about voicing how we feel about the problems and issues about us, crime, unemployment, exploitation, and the inequality present in the country. Of course, we are also expressing our own dreams and desires. It can be sensational to be on stage and have twenty thousand people sing the songs that you write, songs that are about people like them, and in the end, they are for people like them. Our music has been very popular and is worth listening to, as it is the ordinary people who made it such a success. We sing what we feel, so we’re sure that if people listen to the music, they’ll understand the message too.

So my advice to anyone dreaming of becoming a rock star is to never give up! Learn how to play a musical instrument and take vocal lessons. Put together a band and practice as much as you can. Write your own music, record it and let your friends listen to it. Play in front of an audience. Make a youtube channel with your music and videos of live performances. You will, sooner or later, find yourself with a larger fan base and this will be the time when the adventure will begin!

46. What could a reader learn about Paul’s childhood?

A. His family always treated him terribly.

B. He was surrounded by rich people.

C. He grew up in a poor area of town.

D. His family had the worst jobs in the area.

47. How does Paul describe his lyrics?

A. They express his feelings on serious issues.

B. They are written by a professional songwriter.

C. They are about the problem of international conflict.

D. They are the most important thing in his life.

48. What does Paul say about performing on stage?

A. It was his great dream, as he always loved attention.

B. He only performs in front of crowds of twenty thousand or more.

C. Most people at the concerts do not understand his music.

D. He feels amazing when the crowd sing his own songs.

49. Paul would advise anyone interested in becoming a rock star to __________

A. try hard to make it but if it doesn’t work out soon, give up.

B. make use of technology to make themselves known to the wider audience.

C. start as a solo artist and try to become popular without a band at first.

D. perform in front of an audience only after practicing for years.

50. How might Paul describe being in a band?

A. Being in a band is the greatest thing I could ever hope to do. The best part is the money and being famous.

B. We are now a hugely successful band all over the world. I want to make more pop and commercial music to make more money.

C. Music has always been important to me as a way to comment on social problems and communicate with the people.

D. The enjoyment I got when I was young is no longer there. I don’t feel so connected with the people as I used to.

IV. WRITING 

Part 1: For questions 50-55, finish the second sentence in such a way that it has the same meaning as the original one. (5 pts) 

51. Although Jenny was severely disabled, she took part in many sports. 

=> In spite of ____________________________________________________________

52. I prefer you not to use your smartphone here. 

=> I would rather ____________________________________________________________ 

53. Whenever she went to Hue, she bought a new conical hat. 

=> She never ____________________________________________________________

54. “Well done, I’m so glad you’ve passed the exam,” said my mother. 

=> My mother ____________________________________________________________

55. I am always nervous when I travel by car. 

=> Traveling ____________________________________________________________

Part 2: Letter writing (10 pts)

This part of a letter you receive from an English friend:

I’ve won some prize money in a competition and I’m not sure what to do. My family think I should save money, but I want to spend it all on an exciting holiday. What should I do?

Imagine you are Lan and now write a letter to Nancy (about 100 words) answering your friend’s questions. 

Note: You are NOT allowed to include any personal information such as your name, your school’s name, your address, in your writing

Dear Nancy,

Love,

Lan

Part 3. Paragraph writing (15 pts) 

Write a paragraph to express your opinion about the benefits of studying in a gifted school (about 120-150 words).

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