ĐỀ THI HSG ANH 9 NAM ĐỊNH 2024-2025 (MINH HOẠ)
ĐỀ THI HSG ANH 9 NAM ĐỊNH 2024-2025 (MINH HOẠ)
Part 2. You will hear a conversation between Marek and Krista about Sam. Answer the questions
below while you listen. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND / OR A NUMBER for each
answer in the space provided. (1.0 pt)
6. What job did Sam expect to do?
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7. What did the immigration officials call him over for?
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8. How long was the interview?
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9. Who did Sam have the same fingerprint as?
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10. What did Sam have to do at last?
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(Adapted from Intensive IELTS Listening)
Part 3: You are going to hear part of an interview with a woman called Yvonne, who is a yoga
instructor and choose the correct answer A, B, C or D. Write your answers in the corresponding
numbered boxes provided. (1.0pt)
11. What does Yvonne say about her first yoga sessions?
A. Within two weeks her bad back was cured.
B. She was surprised at how much she liked it.
C. Her friend had to persuade her to go.
12. When did Yvonne become a yoga instructor?
A. while she was teaching
B. after she had graduated from university
C. after renting a room in a leisure center
13. How has Yvonne’s health benefited from doing yoga?
A. Her memory has improved.
B. Her stress levels have fallen.
C. Her blood pressure has improved.
14. What does Yvonne say about healthy eating?
A. We should take our time when eating.
B. We should avoid foods like biscuits and chocolate.
C. Local produce usually costs more.
15. According to Yvonne, where are you likely to get the best advice about yoga?
A. from a local school
B. from an instructor
C. from someone who has done yoga
(Adapted from Listening tests for B1)
Part 4: Listen and complete the notes below. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each
answer in the space provided. There is an example at the beginning (0). (2.0pts)
THE SPIRIT BEAR
General facts
• It is a (0) white bear belonging to the black bear family.
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• Its colour comes from an uncommon (16) ____________.
• Local people believe that it has unusual power due to its (17) ____________.
• They protect the bear from strangers.
Habitat
• The bear’s relationship with (18) ____________ is complex.
• Tree roots prevent (19) ____________ along salmon streams.
• The bear’s (20) ____________ provide nutrients for forest vegetation.
• It is currently found on a small number of islands.
Threats
• Deforestation and construction of (21) ____________ lead to the loss of many hibernation
sites.
• Unlimited (22) ____________ is affecting the salmon supply.
• The bears’ existence is also threatened by their low rate of (23) ____________.
Going forward
• Interested parties are working together.
• Logging companies must improve their (24) ____________ of logging.
• Maintenance and (25) ____________ of the spirit bears’ habitat is needed.
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Question 5: There are ____________ environmental problems that not only the governments but also
individuals should join hands to tackle.
A. such a lot of B. too many C. so few D. such plenty
Question 6. There is no excuse for your late submission! You ____________ have finished the assignment
by last Monday.
A. must B. will C. should D. might
Question 7. _______ uncovered, the balcony will be ruined in this weather.
A. Leaving B. Having left C. Left D. To be left
Question 8. The idea for the latest novel ____________ from a drawing the writer discovered in the attic.
A. agreed B. evolved C. managed D. transported
Question 9. Many a ____________ it difficult to avoid the interference of mass media in their life.
A. pop star find B. pop star finds C. pop stars find D. pop stars finds
Question 10. I don’t like turning down work, but I’ll have to, I’m afraid I’ve got far too much ____________
at the moment.
A. on my plate B. in my shoes C. on my mind D. up my sleeve
Question 11. It’s very ____________ of you to offer me your seat, but really I’m quite happy to stand.
A. sympathetic B. considerate C. expressive D. appreciative
Question 12. The company’s dedication ____________ customer satisfaction has earned it a great reputation.
A. for B. to C. with D. on
Question 13. New York and Tokyo are two of the most ____________ - populated cities in the world.
A. greatly B. deeply C. closely D. densely
Question 14. He can afford to buy ____________ house next month.
A. a modern brick big B. a brick big modern
C. a big modern brick D. a modern big brick
Question 15. Mary has trouble ____________ her homework.
A. to remember B. to remembering C. remember D. remembering
Question 16. The clients demanded that the post office ____________ earlier.
A. opening B. opened C. open D. to open
Question 17. He didn’t know anyone at the wedding ____________ than the bride and the groom.
A. except B. other C. apart D. rather
Question 18. There’s somebody behind us. I think we ____________.
A. are following B. follow C. have followed D. are being followed
Question 19. This is ____________ the most difficult job I’ve ever had to do.
A. by far B. by chance C. by heart D. by myself
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Question 20: Circle the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the best arrangement of utterances or sentences
to make a meaningful exchange or conversation.
a. That's a great idea! Using flyers and posters is an effective way to capture students' attention.
b. Hey John, we need to finalize how we will promote our upcoming concert. We want a good turnout, but
it's a small event aimed at students.
c. How about flyers and posters? We could put them up around the school.
d. Hmm, emails can be easily ignored.
e. You're right. We needn’t spend a lot of money on advertising. We could send an email to everyone in the
school.
A. b-c-d-e-a B. b-e-a-c-d C. b-c-a-d-e D. b-e-d-c-a
(Adapted from Global Success Speaking)
Part 2. Give the correct form of the words in the capital letters. Write your answers in the blanks.
(1.0pt)
Question 1. Dreams can be a rich source of ____________ for an artist. (INSPIRE)
Question 2. The scientist was praised for her ____________ research on climate change. (INNOVATE)
Question 3. The company plans to ____________ its operations to new international markets. (EXPANSE)
Question 4. Housing standards improved ____________ after war. (MEASURE)
Question 5. He ____________ the distance and his ball landed in the lake. (JUDGE)
Part 3. Fill in each space provided in each sentence below with the correct form of one phrasal verb
given. Each phrasal verb can be used ONCE only. Write your answers in the blanks. (1.0 pt)
leave out step down bring about keep off
take in cut off put out
Question 1. The doctor advised Mr. Jones ____________ fatty foods in order to protect his heart.
Question 2. You have to ____________ your cigarette because smoking isn’t allowed in here.
Question 3. Hard work can often ____________ success.
Question 4. The CEO had every intention of ____________ after 10 years of leading the company.
Question 5. The man on the phone claimed to be a policeman, but the old woman ____________.
Part 4. Each of the following sentences has 1 mistake that needs correction. Write the mistake and its
correction in the provided box. There is an example at the beginning (0) (1.0 point)
Question 0. He collided with a car because he was driving too fastly. fastly => fast
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Question 1. It is thought that the duties of a policeman are more dangerous than that of a teacher.
Question 2. There are 50 teachers at my school, many of them have a good command of English.
Question 3. An octopus has three hearts to pump blood throughout their body.
Question 4. His imaginary essay won the judges’ approval and the first prize in the school contest.
Question 5. For thousands of years, man has created sweet-smelling substances from herbs and using them
for perfume.
Part 2. Read the following passages and choose the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to
each question. Write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes provided. (2.0pts)
Pollution is the degradation of natural environment by external substances introduced directly or
indirectly. Human health, ecosystem quality and aquatic and terrestrial biodiversity may be affected and
altered permanently by pollution. [I] In recent years, plastic pollution in the ocean has emerged as a severe
environmental issue. [II] Each year, over eight million tons of plastic waste end up in our oceans, impacting
marine life and ecosystems worldwide. [III] Single-use plastic items, such as bottles, bags, and packaging,
are among the main culprits, as they break down into tiny particles known as microplastics. [IV]
One major consequence of ocean plastic pollution is its impact on marine animals. Sea creatures,
including fish, turtles, and seabirds, often mistake plastic for food, leading to severe health problems or even
death. Ingested plastic can block digestive tracts, reduce feeding, and ultimately cause starvation.
Additionally, animals can become entangled in larger plastic debris like fishing nets and plastic rings, which
restrict their movement and may lead to injuries or drowning. This not only affects individual animals but
can also disrupt entire marine food chains and ecosystems.
Plastic pollution also has indirect effects on human health and economies. As fish and other marine
animals ingest microplastics, these tiny particles move up the food chain and eventually reach humans.
Consuming seafood contaminated with microplastics poses potential health risks, as harmful chemicals can
accumulate in our bodies. Furthermore, polluted beaches and coastlines can deter tourism, impacting local
economies that rely on these industries for jobs and income. Cleanup efforts are costly and challenging, often
requiring substantial resources and funding.
To address ocean plastic pollution, governments, organizations, and individuals must work together.
Policies such as banning single-use plastics, promoting recycling, and encouraging sustainable alternatives
can help reduce the amount of plastic waste entering the ocean. Many individuals and organizations are
already participating in beach cleanups and spreading awareness about the issue. By making conscious
choices and taking responsibility, we can mitigate the impacts of plastic pollution and protect our
oceans for future generations.
(Adapted from: https://www.biologicaldiversity.org)
Question 1: Where in paragraph 1 does the following sentence best fit?
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These microplastics are now found in all ocean depths, from surface waters to the seafloor, posing a
serious threat to marine biodiversity.
A. [I] B. [II] C. [III] D. [IV]
Question 2: Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?
A. Most plastic waste ends up in our oceans, damaging marine life and the ecosystem.
B. Plastic pollution is a severe issue, impacting marine animals and humans’ health
C. Single-use plastics items break down into tiny biodegradable particles.
D. Microplastics accumulate only in shallow waters, affecting coastal marine life.
Question 3: Which of the following best summarises paragraph 2?
A. Sea creatures and the entire marine ecosystem are negatively affected by plastic pollution.
B. Plastic is mistaken for food, causing danger to sea creatures’ health or even death.
C. Sea creatures may be injured or drown when they are entangled in fishing nets
D. Ingested plastic can block digestive tracts of sea creatures, leading to a reduction in feeding.
Question 4: The phrase “entangled in” in paragraph 2 could be best replaced by ____________.
A. escaped from B. twisted in C. protected from D. engaged in
Question 5: The word “their” in paragraph 2 refers to ____________.
A. plastic debris B. fishing nets C. plastic rings D. animals
Question 6: According to paragraph 3, which of the following is NOT a consequence of plastic pollution?
A. Microplastics ingested by marine animals encroach the food chain.
B. Seafood contaminated with microplastics poses health risks to humans.
C. Polluted beaches and coastlines do harm to tourists and local economies.
D. Plastic pollution leads to increased cleanup costs for coastal areas.
Question 7: The word “substantial” in paragraph 3 is OPPOSITE in meaning to ____________.
A. considerable B. noticeable C. negligible D. massive
Question 8: Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 4?
A. Humans can reduce the causes of plastic pollution and make our oceans safe for future generations
by increasing our awareness.
B. Taking immediate action for the environment will help protect future generations from plastic
pollution and keep our oceans clean.
C. The influence of plastic pollution can be eliminated, and oceans can be defended when humans are
responsible and sensible.
D. Taking responsibility and thoughtful actions enable humans to alleviate plastic pollution and
safeguard oceans.
Question 9: Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?
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A. Collective actions are essential to effectively reduce ocean plastic pollution.
B. Banning single-use plastics is the most effective action in resolving plastic pollution.
C. Reducing plastic waste in oceans mostly depends on cleanups campaigns.
D. Individuals and organizations share equal roles in spreading awareness about the issue.
Question 10: Which of the following best summarises the passage?
A. Plastic waste in oceans endangers marine species and impacts humans’ health through
contaminated seafood, with cleanup efforts essential to managing the effects.
B. Ocean plastic pollution poses risks to marine animals, damages tourism, and leads to costly
cleanup efforts, which can be addressed by increased awareness and individuals’ actions.
C. Plastic waste in oceans affects both marine life and coastal communities; individuals’ actions, like
reducing single-use plastics, can help address the problem.
D. Ocean plastic pollution harms marine life and influences humans’ health and local economies,
requiring collaborative efforts to promote sustainable practices.
Part 3. Read the following passage and do the tasks that follow. (2.0pts)
The City and the Natural Environment
A. While cities and their metropolitan areas have always interacted with and shaped the natural environment,
it is only recently that historians have begun to consider this relationship. During our own time, the tension
between natural and urbanized areas has increased, as the spread of metropolitan populations and urban land
uses has reshaped and destroyed natural landscapes and environments.
B. The relationship between the city and the natural environment has actually been circular, with cities
having massive effects on the natural environment, while the natural environment, in turn, has profoundly
shaped urban configurations. Urban history is filled with stories about how city dwellers contended with the
forces of nature that threatened their lives. Nature not only caused many of the annoyances of daily urban
life, such as bad weather and pests, but it also gave rise to natural disasters and catastrophes such as floods,
fires, and earthquakes. In order to protect themselves and their settlements against the forces of nature, cities
built many defences including flood walls and dams, earthquake-resistant buildings, and storage places for
food and water. At times, such protective steps sheltered urbanites against the worst natural furies, but often
their own actions – such as building under the shadow of volcanoes, or in earthquake-prone zones – exposed
them to danger from natural hazards.
C. City populations require food, water, fuel, and construction materials, while urban industries need natural
materials for production purposes. In order to fulfill these needs, urbanites increasingly had to reach far
beyond their boundaries. In the nineteenth century, for instance, the demands of city dwellers for food
produced rings of garden farms around cities. In the twentieth century, as urban populations increased, the
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demand for food drove the rise of large factory farms. Cities also require fresh water supplies in order to
exist – engineers built waterworks, dug wells deeper and deeper into the earth looking for groundwater, and
dammed and diverted rivers to obtain water supplies for domestic and industrial uses. In the process of
obtaining water from distant locales, cities often transformed them, making deserts where there had been
fertile agricultural areas.
D. Urbanites had to seek locations to dispose of the wastes they produced. Initially, they placed wastes on
sites within the city, polluting the air, land, and water with industrial and domestic effluents. As cities grew
larger, they disposed of their wastes by transporting them to more distant locations. Thus, cities constructed
sewerage systems for domestic wastes. They usually discharged the sewage into neighboring waterways,
often polluting the water supply of downstream cities.
The air and the land also became dumps for waste disposal. In the late nineteenth century, coal became the
preferred fuel for industrial, transportation, and domestic use. But while providing an inexpensive and
plentiful energy supply, coal was also very dirty. The cities that used it suffered from air contamination and
reduced sunlight, while the cleaning tasks of householders were greatly increased.
E. In the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, reformers began demanding urban environmental
cleanups and public health improvements. Women's groups often took the lead in agitating for clean air and
clean water, showing a greater concern than men in regard to quality of life and health-related issues. The
replacement of the horse, first by electric trolleys and then by the car, brought about substantial
improvements in street and air sanitation. The movements demanding clean air, however, and reduction of
waterway pollution were largely unsuccessful. On balance, urban sanitary conditions were probably
somewhat better in the 1920s than in the late nineteenth century, but the cost of improvement often was the
exploitation of urban hinterlands for water supplies, increased downstream water pollution, and growing
automobile congestion and pollution.
F. In the decades after the 1940s, city environments suffered from heavy pollution as they sought to cope
with increased automobile usage, pollution from industrial production, new varieties of chemical pesticides
and the wastes of an increasingly consumer-oriented economy. Cleaner fuels and smoke control laws largely
freed cities during the 1940s and 1950s of the dense smoke that they had previously suffered from. Improved
urban air quality resulted largely from the substitution of natural gas and oil for coal and the replacement of
the steam locomotive by the diesel-electric. However, great increases in automobile usage in some larger
cities produced a new phenomenon of smog, and air pollution replaced smoke as a major concern.
(Adapted from https://www.ielts-writing.info/EXAM)
Questions 1-5. Reading Passage has six sections, A-F. Choose the correct heading for each section from
the list of headings below. There are more headings than sections.
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List of Headings
i. Legislation brings temporary improvements
ii. The increasing speed of suburban development
iii. A new area of academic interest Example: Paragraph A iii
iv. The impact of environmental extremes on city planning 1. Paragraph B ____________
v. The first campaigns for environmental change 2. Paragraph C ____________
vi. Building cities in earthquake zones 3. Paragraph D ____________
vii. The effect of global warming on cities 4. Paragraph E ____________
viii. Adapting areas surrounding cities to provide resources 5. Paragraph F ____________
ix. Removing the unwanted by-products of city life
x. Providing health information for city dwellers
Questions 6-10: Do the following statements agree with the information given in Reading Passage?
Write your answers in the boxes provided.
TRUE if the statement is true according to the passage
FALSE if the statement is false according to the passage
NOT GIVEN if the information is not given in the passage
Question 6. Urbanites did nothing to defend themselves against natural disasters.
Question 7. In the nineteenth century, water was brought into the desert to create productive farming land.
Question 8. Women were often the strongest campaigners for environmental reform.
Question 9. Reducing urban air and water pollution in the early twentieth century was extremely expensive.
Question 10: The availability of cars led to increased pollution in urban areas.
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Question 4. Although he looks reserved, he has a marked sense of humour.
→ Reserved......................................................................................................................................................
Question 5. I am sure it wasn’t Mr. Phong you saw yesterday because he was in Hanoi.
→ It can’t.........................................................................................................................................................
Part 2. Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning as the first one, using the word
given. Do not change the given words in brackets. You must use NO MORE THAN FIVE WORDS,
including the given word. Question (0) is an example (1.0 pt)
Question 0. I would rather not go out this afternoon. (GOING)
→ I don’t feel like going out this afternoon.
Question 1. He certainly won’t have finished before next week. (POSSIBILITY)
→ There is.............................................................................................................finished before next week.
Question 2. He owed his success to his uncle. (INDEBTED)
→ He was......................................................................................................................................his success.
Question 3. I have more work than I can manage at the moment. (SNOWED)
→ I am......................................................................................................................................at the moment.
Question 4. I never thought that we would have legal problems. (CROSSED)
→ It.........................................................................................................that we would have legal problems.
Question 5. It is important to know the difference between a joke and a lie. (DRAW)
→ It is important to know........................................................................................between a joke and a lie.
Part 3. Rewrite the following sentence with the given words in such a way that the second sentence has
the same meaning as the first one. Do not change the form of the words in brackets. Question (0) is an
example (1.0 pt)
Question 0. They say Linda won a special prize. (HAVE)
→ Linda is said to have won a special prize.
Question 1. He was dismissed because he was always late for work. (LOST)
→ If he had not................................................................................................................................................
Question 2. People think he invented the story to protect his girlfriend. (HAVE)
→ He is............................................................................................................................................................
Question 3. Unemployment will probably rise in the next few years. (LIKELY)
→ Unemployment............................................................................................................................................
Question 4. I thought you wanted me to invite him. (IMPRESSION)
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→ I was............................................................................................................................................................
Question 5. He couldn’t explain the difference between the two sets of instructions. (ACCOUNT)
→ He couldn’t..................................................................................................................................................
Part 4. Write an essay (about 180-200 words) on the following topic. (2.0 pts)
Some people think that students should learn with teachers all the time to achieve success. Others
think that it is better for students to spend time learning by themselves.
What is your opinion? Use specific reasons to develop your essay.
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