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PRO 3M/ PRO 3MPLUS – ƠN LUYỆN TỒN DIỆN CHO KÌ THI TỐT NGHIỆP THPT QUỐC GIA Biên soạn: Cơ Vũ Thị Mai Phương – Ngoaingu24h.vn TÀI LIỆU ĐI KÈM BÀI GIẢNG RÈN KỸ NĂNG ĐỌC HIỂU CHỦ ĐỀ DANH NHÂN Thuộc khóa học : Plus Luyện đọc hiểu điền từ chuyên sâu Cô Vũ Thị Mai Phương Exercise Read the passage and choose the correct answer for each question Ever since she burst onto the pop scene in the early eighties, Madonna has remained one of the most well-known celebrities in the world She has shown herself to be a talented singer, dancer, songwriter and actress To have achieved this she undoubtedly has a strong belief in herself and her abilities It is possible she gained her strong personality through her touch childhood experiences She went to a strict catholic school, was one of many children, and her family was split up after her mother died from cancer Eventually, in search of fame, she left college and went to New York with only her suitcase and a few dollars Hugely successful, often through controversy, Madonna has always known what the public and media want She has gone from shocking clothes and pop songs to setting trends and family life She caused disagreement by playing feminist roles in films and featuring in pop videos with images of Jesus Christ Throughout all her years and different styles and phases, she has always been able to give the general public entertainment Madonna has become one of the biggest stars on the planet, and has sold over 100 million recorders worldwide, making her one of the highest-earning entertainers of her generation Even now as she approaches fifty and is a mother, Madonna is likely to contribute to entertain us for many more years, but what nobody can be sure of is exactly what she will next Question What is the writer’s main purpose in writing this text? A To discuss Madonna’s acting career, and encourage other pop stars to go into acting B To show how well Madonna achieved success throughout the years C To remind people that money is not everything, and it comes and goes D To claim that fashion is always change, and no one can stay famous forever Question As a child, Madonna was probably A Happiest during her school days B Lonely and without anyone to talk to C Unhappy in New York D Made stronger due to different events Question What is true according to the text? A Madonna has always been careful not to offend the public B Madonna apologized to the Church after causing offence with a pop video C Madonna often upset people but achieved a great deal D Madonna disliked the controversy in her career Question What does the writer say about Madonna’s success? A She is one of richest performers of her time B She has earned more money than many international businesses C Her success is mainly due to the American market D Her consistent style has followed her to earn so much money Vì quyền lợi đáng em Khơng nên chia sẻ tài liệu ĐỘC QUYỀN cho người khác! PRO 3M/ PRO 3MPLUS – ƠN LUYỆN TỒN DIỆN CHO KÌ THI TỐT NGHIỆP THPT QUỐC GIA Biên soạn: Cô Vũ Thị Mai Phương – Ngoaingu24h.vn Question How would the writer probably describe Madonna’ future? A “After so much success, acting will become more important than singing” B “Family life will be the main factor in Madonna’s everyday life, no more wild days!” C “She’ll keep on pleasing the public in a predictable way” D “Madonna is sure to keep us guessing on her future plan” Exercise Read the passage and choose the correct answer for each question Ralph Earl was born into a Connecticut farm family in 1751 He chose early to become a painter and looked for what training was available in his home state and in Boston Earl was one of the first American artists to paint landscapes Among his first paintings were scenes from Revolutionary War battles of Lexington and Concord In 1778 Earl went to London to study with Benjamin West for four years When Earl returned to United states, he was jailed for fourteen months for outstanding debts While still a prisoner, he painted portraits of some New York City’s most elegant society women and their husbands After his release, he took up the trade of itinerant portrait painter, working his way through southern New England and New York Earl didn’t flatter his subjects, but his portraits show a deep understanding of them, perhaps because he had sprung from the same roots Among Earl’s most famous paintings is his portrait of Justice Oliver Ellsworth and his wife, Abigail To provide counterpoint to the severity of the couple, he accurately details the relative luxury of the Ellsworth’s interior furnishings The view through the window behind them shows sunlit fields, wellkept fences, and a bend of the Connecticut River One of Earl’s paintings is something of an anomaly Reclining Hunter, which for many years was attributed to Thomas Gainsborough, shows a well- dressed gentleman resting beneath a tree In the foreground, he displays a pile of birds, the result of a day’s hunt The viewer can also see a farmer’s donkey lying in the background, another of the hunter’s victims This outrageously funny portrait couldn’t have been commissioned – no one would have wanted to be portrayed in such an absurd way However, this painting uncharacteristically shows Earl’s wit as well as his uncommon technical skills Question What is the author’s main purpose? A to discuss the life and work of an American painter B to compare the art of Ralph Earl and Thomas Gainsborough C to trace Ralph Earl’s artistic influences D to describe the art scene in New York in the late eighteenth century Question Which of the following is NOT given in the passage as a subject of one of Earl’s paintings? A People B Landscapes C Battle scenes D Fruit and Flowers Question According to the passage, Benjamin West was Ralph Earl’s A subject B teacher C student D rival Question Which of the following could be substituted for outstanding without changing the meaning of the sentence? A Excellent B Shocking C Unpaid D illegal Question The word “itinerant” is closest in meaning to which of the following? A traveling B successful C talented D innovative Question The author uses the phrase “sprung from the same roots” to indicate that Ralph Earl and his subjects _ A lived in the same town B were about the same age C were equally successful D had the same background Vì quyền lợi đáng em Khơng nên chia sẻ tài liệu ĐỘC QUYỀN cho người khác! PRO 3M/ PRO 3MPLUS – ƠN LUYỆN TỒN DIỆN CHO KÌ THI TỐT NGHIỆP THPT QUỐC GIA Biên soạn: Cơ Vũ Thị Mai Phương – Ngoaingu24h.vn Question According to the passage, one of the distinguishing features of the portrait of Oliver and Abigail Ellsworth is the contrast between A the plainness of the figures and the luxury of the furnishings B the two styles used to paint the two figures C the sunlit fields and the dark interior D the straight fences and the curving Connecticut River Question Why does the author refer to Reclining Hunter as “something of an anomaly’’? A It is so severe B It is quite humorous C It shows Earl’s talent D It was commissioned Question The word “he” in the last paragraph refers to? A Ralph Earl B the farmer C the hunter D Thomas Gainsborough Question 10 The author’s attitude toward Ralph Earl is _ A admiring B antagonistic C neutral D unflattering Vì quyền lợi đáng em Không nên chia sẻ tài liệu ĐỘC QUYỀN cho người khác! PRO 3M/ PRO 3MPLUS – ƠN LUYỆN TỒN DIỆN CHO KÌ THI TỐT NGHIỆP THPT QUỐC GIA Biên soạn: Cô Vũ Thị Mai Phương – Ngoaingu24h.vn TÀI LIỆU ĐI KÈM BÀI GIẢNG RÈN LUYỆN CHỦ ĐỀ DANH NHÂN (2) Thuộc khóa học : Plus Luyện đọc hiểu điền từ chuyên sâu Cô Vũ Thị Mai Phương Exercise Read the passage and choose the correct answer for each question Marian Anderson's brilliant singing career began at age six when she sang spirituals at the Union Baptist Church in her hometown of Philadelphia She toured Europe in the 1920s, drawing vast acclaim; however, when she returned to the United States she was still barred from performing on the American operatic stage Strict segregation laws were in force at the time, keeping many Black performers out of exclusively white theaters and concert halls After she was prevented from singing in Washington's segregated Constitution Hall in 1939, Eleanor Roosevelt intervened and arranged for Miss Anderson to perform at the Lincoln Memorial Marian Anderson's beautiful contralto voice broke down racial barriers, showing white Americans that blacks had a profound contribution to make to America's cultural life Eventually, in 1955, she became the first African-American singer to perform at New York's Metropolitan Opera In her many years of touring she had to endure a racism that forced her to enter concert halls and hotels through service entrances Her grace under this stress showed a moral perseverance that paralleled that of the famous Martin Luther King, Jr Question We can conclude from the passage that Marian Anderson first toured Europe instead of the United States because _ A she was paid more in Europe B she was not allowed to perform in the United States C there were better operatic facilities in Europe D it was too expensive to tour in the United States Question The word “acclaim” could best be replaced by A publicity B fund C approval D attention Question The word “intervened” could best be replaced by _ A appreciated B supported C interrupted D interfered Question The significance of Anderson’s Lincoln memorial performance was that _ A Eleanor Roosevelt arranged it B her contralto voice was beautiful C 75,000 people came D she was a black performer Question The phrase "broke down racial barriers" means A disclosed opportunities B shattered obstacles C revealed inaccuracies D analyzed destinations Question Where is the best place in the passage to add the following sentence? “A crowd of 75,000 people came to watch her sing before the Memorial.” A after the word “…Memorial” B after the word “…Stage” C after the word “…Opera” D after the word “…entrances” Question The word “grace” is similar in meaning to A awkwardness B cruelty C elegance D saintliness Vì quyền lợi đáng em Khơng nên chia sẻ tài liệu ĐỘC QUYỀN cho người khác! PRO 3M/ PRO 3MPLUS – ƠN LUYỆN TỒN DIỆN CHO KÌ THI TỐT NGHIỆP THPT QUỐC GIA Biên soạn: Cô Vũ Thị Mai Phương – Ngoaingu24h.vn Question According to the passage, what did Marian Anderson have in common with Martin Luther, Jr.? A Moral perseverance B a clear strong voice C a performance at the Lincoln memorial D singing in church Question The author’s tone in this passage is _ A instructive B critical C respectful D regretful Question 10 What does the word “this” refer to? A touring for many years B racist attitudes toward her C performing before thousands of people D being like Martin Luther King, Jr Exercise Read the passage and choose the correct answer for each question Computer programmer David Jones earned £35,000 a year designing new computer games, yet he cannot find a bank prepared to let him have a cheque card Instead, he has been told to wait another two years, until he is 18 The 16 – year - old works for a small firm in Liverpool, where the problem of most young people of his age is finding a job David's firm releases two new games for the expanding home Computer market each month But David's biggest headache is what to with his money Despite his salary, earned by inventing new programmes within tight schedules, with bonus payments and profit - sharing, he cannot drive a car, take out a mortgagee, or obtain credit cards He lives with his parents in their council house in Liverpool, where his father is a bus driver His company has to pay £ 150 a month in taxi fares to get him the five miles to work and back every day because David can not drive David got his job with the Liverpool - based company four months ago, a year after leaving school with six O-levels and working for a time in a computer shop "I got the job because the people who run the firm knew I had already written some programmes," he said "I suppose £35,000 sounds a lot but actually that's being pessimistic I hope it will come to more than that this year." He spends some of his money on records and clothes, and gives his mother £20 a week But most of his spare time is spent working "Unfortunately, computing was not part of our studies at school," he said "But I had been studying it in books and magazines for four years in my spare time I knew what I wanted to and never considered staying on at school Most people in this business are fairly young, anyway." David added: "I would like to earn a million and I suppose early retirement is a possibility You never know when the market might disappear." Question Why is David different from other young people of his age? A He earns an extremely high salary B He is not unemployed C He does not go out much D He lives at home with his parents Question David's greatest problem is _ A making the banks treat him as an adult B inventing computer games C spending his salary D learning to drive Vì quyền lợi đáng em Khơng nên chia sẻ tài liệu ĐỘC QUYỀN cho người khác! PRO 3M/ PRO 3MPLUS – ƠN LUYỆN TỒN DIỆN CHO KÌ THI TỐT NGHIỆP THPT QUỐC GIA Biên soạn: Cô Vũ Thị Mai Phương – Ngoaingu24h.vn Question He was employed by the company because _ A he had worked in a computer shop B he had written some computer programmes C he works very hard D he had learnt to use computers at school Question He left school after taking O - levels because A he did not enjoy school B he wanted to work with computers and staying at school did not help him C he was afraid of getting too old to start computing D he wanted to earn a lot of money Question Why does David think he might retire early? A You have to be young to write computer programmes B He wants to stop working when he is' a millionaire C He thinks computer games might not always sell so well D He thinks his firm might go bankrupt Vì quyền lợi đáng em Khơng nên chia sẻ tài liệu ĐỘC QUYỀN cho người khác! PRO 3M/3MPLUS – ƠN LUYỆN TỒN DIỆN CHO KÌ THI TỐT NGHIỆP THPT QUỐC GIA Biên soạn: Cô Vũ Thị Mai Phương – Ngoaingu24h.vn TÀI LIỆU ĐI KÈM LIVESTREAM LUYỆN ĐỌC ĐIỀN - ĐỌC HIỂU ( BUỔI 16) Theo dõi LIVESTREAM ĐỘC QUYỀN cô vào lúc 20h30 ngày 9/1/2021 khóa học PRO 3MPLUS Cơ Vũ Thị Mai Phương Trích đề thi thử lần trường THPT Chuyên Bắc Ninh năm 2021 Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on you answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions Korea's recent unveiling of the world's first cloned dog was welcomed by King Chow, assistant professor of biotechnology at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, but fie also warned that we need to be on guard against possible reproductive cloning Professor Chow went on to explain that, "The development of the technology is a good thing in itself but how we monitor it and who we allow to use it will be of great importance" Professor Chow is one of many academics who feel that a clear line must be drawn between reproductive cloning and therapeutic cloning Therapeutic cloning involves the use of embryonic stem cells to develop human cells or organs that can be used to cure diseases such as Parkinson's and diabetes People in wheelchairs may be able to walk again thanks to this technology as scientists believe that they can clone new cells to repair back and neck injuries Reproductive cloning involves implanting a cloned embryo into a uterus in the hope of producing a healthy foetus A company called Clonaid claims to have successfully cloned thirteen human babies They say that all of the babies are healthy and are in various locations, including Hong Kong, UK, Spain and Brazil Clonaid states that they are using human cloning to assist infertile couples, homosexual couples and families who have lost a beloved relative The same technology can be used for animal cloning If endangered species such as the giant panda and Sumatran tiger could be cloned, they could be saved from extinction Livestock such as cows could also be cloned to allow farmers to reproduce cattle that produce the best meat and most milk This could greatly help developing countries where cows produce significantly less meat and milk Question What does the passage mainly discuss? A How the development of technology can be monitored B How different human cloning is from animal cloning C Two different types of human cloning technology D A famous scientist working on cloning technology Question According to the passage, which of the following is NOT true? A Cloning technology can help cure back and neck injuries B The first dog to be cloned was in Korea C Many countries can use cloning technology to produce more meat and milk D Diabetes can't be cured by using cloning technology Question The word "unveiling" in paragraph is closest in meaning to A entrance B introduction C opening D promotion Question According to paragraph 4, what animals are in danger of extinction? A cows B giant pandas C all breeds of tiger D livestock KHĨA HỌC PRO3M/PRO3MPLUS – CHINH PHỤC ĐIỂM 9+ MƠN TIẾNG ANH CÙNG CÔ VŨ MAI PHƯƠNG PRO 3M/3MPLUS – ƠN LUYỆN TỒN DIỆN CHO KÌ THI TỐT NGHIỆP THPT QUỐC GIA Biên soạn: Cô Vũ Thị Mai Phương – Ngoaingu24h.vn Question The word "it" in paragraph refers to A reproductive cloning B the development of cloning technology C Hong Kong University of Science and Technology D the first cloned dog Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on you answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions In our connected globalized world, the languages which dominate communications and business, Mandarin, Hindi, English, Spanish and Russian amongst others, are placing small languages spoken in remote places under increasing pressure Fewer and fewer people speak languages such as Lili, Taushiro and Dumi as their children shift away from the language of their ancestors towards languages which promise education, success and the chance of a better life While to many parents, this may appear a reasonable choice, giving their offspring the opportunity to achieve the sort of prosperity they see on television, the children themselves often lose touch with their roots However, in many places the more reasonable option of bilingualism, where children learn to speak both a local and a national language, is being promoted This gives hope that many endangered languages will survive, allowing people to combine their links to local tradition with access to wider world culture While individuals are free to choose if they wish to speak a minority language, national governments should be under no obligation to provide education in an economically unproductive language, especially in times of budget constraints It is generally accepted that national languages unite and help to create wealth while minority regional languages divide Furthermore, governments have a duty to ensure that young people can fulfil their full potential, meaning that state education must provide them with the ability to speak and work in their national language and so equip them to participate responsibly in national affairs People whose language competence does not extend beyond the use of a regional tongue have limited prospects This means that while many people may feel a sentimental attachment to their local language, “their government's position should be one of benign neglect”, allowing people to speak the language, but not acting to prevent its eventual disappearance Many PhD students studying minority languages lack the resources to develop their language skills, with the result that they have to rely on interpreters and translators to communicate with speakers of the language they are studying This has a detrimental effect on the quality of their research At the same time, they have to struggle against the frequently expressed opinion that minority languages serve no useful purpose and should be allowed to die a natural death Such a view fails to take into account the fact that a unique body of knowledge and culture, built up over thousands of years, is contained in a language and that language extinction and species extinction are different facets of the same process They are part of an impending global catastrophe which is beginning to look unavoidable Question Which of the following could best serve as the main topic of the passage? A The threat to minority languages in different parts of the world B The domination of business languages all over the world C The shift from regional to national languages in many countries D The benefits of national languages in modern world Question According to the first paragraph, why many parents consider the change national languages a reasonable choice? A Because not many people nowadays are familiar with the language of their ancestors B Because children now can learn to speak both a local and a national language C Because their children may have a chance to achieve education, success and better living condition D Because their children may help to combine their links to local tradition with access to wider world culture KHĨA HỌC PRO3M/PRO3MPLUS – CHINH PHỤC ĐIỂM 9+ MƠN TIẾNG ANH CÙNG CÔ VŨ MAI PHƯƠNG PRO 3M/3MPLUS – ƠN LUYỆN TỒN DIỆN CHO KÌ THI TỐT NGHIỆP THPT QUỐC GIA Biên soạn: Cô Vũ Thị Mai Phương – Ngoaingu24h.vn Question What does the word “this” in the first paragraph refer to? A the more reasonable option B the place where children can use bilingualism C the opportunity to achieve prosperity D the promotion of bilingualism Question The word “constraints” in the second paragraph is closest in meaning to _ A investments B restrictions C crises D depressions Question 10 What can be inferred from the sentence “their government's position should be one of benign neglect" in paragraph 27 A People who are not members of the government will be allowed to speak their local languages B It's better to allow these minority languages to die naturally by neglecting them C The government does not appreciate the importance of minority languages D The local people will be neglected if they use their ancestors' languages Question 11 What is the influence of the shortage of minority language resources on many PhD students mentioned in paragraph 3? A These students are unable to persuade people to use the language they are learning B Their qualified research is unlikely to complete C They will have many difficulties in understanding these languages D They have to become interpreters and translators of these languages themselves Question 12 The word "facets" in the last paragraph could be best replaced by _ A aspects B problems C procedures D products 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 from 13 to 17 Successful students often the followings while studying First, they have an overview before reading Next, they look for important information and pay greater attention to it (which often needs jumping forward or backward to process information) They also relate important points to one another Also, they activate and use their prior knowledge When they realize that their understanding is not good, they not wait to change strategies Last, they can monitor understanding and take action to correct or “fix up” mistakes in comprehension Conversely, students with low academic achievement often demonstrate ineffective study skills They tend to assume a passive role, in learning and rely on others (e.g., teachers, parents) to monitor their studying, for example, low-achieving students often not monitor their understanding of content; they may not be aware of the purpose of studying; and they show little evidence of looking back, or employing “fix-up” strategies to fix understanding problems Students who struggle with learning new information seem to be unaware that they must extent effort beyond simply reading the content to understand and remember it Children with learning disabilities not plan and judge the quality of their studying Their studying may be disorganized Students with learning problems face challenges with personal organization as well They often have difficulty keeping track of materials and assignments, following directions, and completing work on time Unlike good studiers who employ a variety of study skills in a flexible yet purposeful manner, low-achieving students use a restricted range of study skills They cannot explain why good study strategies are important for learning; and they tend to use the same, often ineffective study approach for all learning tasks, ignoring task content, structure or difficulty (Source: Adapted from Study Skills: Managing Your Learning — NUI Galway) Question 13 What is the topic of the passage? A Successful and low-academic achieving students B Successful learners and their learning strategies C Study skills for high school students D Effective and ineffective ways of learning KHÓA HỌC PRO3M/PRO3MPLUS – CHINH PHỤC ĐIỂM 9+ MÔN TIẾNG ANH CÙNG CÔ VŨ MAI PHƯƠNG PRO 3M/3MPLUS – ƠN LUYỆN TỒN DIỆN CHO KÌ THI TỐT NGHIỆP THPT QUỐC GIA Biên soạn: Cơ Vũ Thị Mai Phương – Ngoaingu24h.vn Question 14 The word “prior” in the first paragraph is closest meaning to ? A important B earlier C forward D good Question 15 According to the passage, what can be learnt about passive students? A They depend on other people to organize their learning B They are slow in their studying C They monitor their understanding D They know the purpose of studying Question 16 Which of the followings is NOT an evidence of monitoring studying? A Being aware of the purpose of studying B Monitoring their understanding of content C Fixing up mistakes in understanding D Looking at their backs Question 17 In compared with low-achieving students, successful students use A aimless study techniques B various study skills C restricted strategies D inflexible study ways KHÓA HỌC PRO3M/PRO3MPLUS – CHINH PHỤC ĐIỂM 9+ MÔN TIẾNG ANH CÙNG CÔ VŨ MAI PHƯƠNG PRO 3M/3MPLUS – ÔN LUYỆN TỒN DIỆN CHO KÌ THI TỐT NGHIỆP THPT QUỐC GIA Biên soạn: Cô Vũ Thị Mai Phương – Ngoaingu24h.vn 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 human criterion for perfect vision is 20/20 for reading the standard lines on a Snellen eye chart without a hitch The score is determined by how well you read lines of letters of different sizes from 20 feet away But being able to read the bottom line on Line the eye chart does not approximate perfection as far as other species are concerned Most (5) birds would consider us very visually handicapped The hawk, for instance, has such sharp eyes that it can spot a dime on the sidewalk while perched on top of the Empire State Building It can make fine visual distinctions because it is blessed with one million cones per square millimeter in its retina And in water, humans are farsighted, while the kingfisher, swooping down to spear fish, can see well in both the air and water because it (10) is endowed with two foveae – areas of the eye, consisting mostly of cones, that provide visual distinctions One foveae permits the bird, while in the air, to scan the water below with one eye at a time This is called monocular vision Once it hits the water, the other fovea joins in, allowing the kingfisher to focus both eyes, like binoculars, on its prey at the same time A frog’s vision is distinguished by its ability to perceive things as a (15) constant motion picture Known as “bug detectors”, a highly developed set of cells in a frog’s eyes responds mainly to moving objects So, it is said that a frog sitting in a field of dead bugs wouldn’t see them as food and would starve (20) (25) The bee has a “compound” eye, which is used for navigation It has 15,000 facets that divide what it sees into a pattern of dots, or mosaic With this kind of vision, the bee sees the sun only as a single dot, a constant point of reference Thus, the eye is a superb navigational instrument that constantly measures the angle of its line of flight in relation to the sun A bee’s eye also gauges flight speed And if that is not enough to leave our 20/20 “perfect vision” paling into insignificance, the bee is capable of seeing something we can’t – ultraviolet light Thus, what humans consider to be “perfect vision” is in fact rather limited when we look at other species However, there is still much to be said for the human eye Of all the mammals, only humans and some primates can enjoy the pleasures of color vision KHĨA HỌC PRO3M/PRO3MPLUS – CHINH PHỤC ĐIỂM 9+ MƠN TIẾNG ANH CÙNG CÔ VŨ MAI PHƯƠNG PRO 3M/3MPLUS – ƠN LUYỆN TỒN DIỆN CHO KÌ THI TỐT NGHIỆP THPT QUỐC GIA Biên soạn: Cô Vũ Thị Mai Phương – Ngoaingu24h.vn Question 11 What does the passage mainly discuss? (A) limits of the human eye (B) perfect vision (C) different eyes for different uses (D) eye variation among different species Question 12 The word “criterion” in line is closest in meaning to (A) standard (B) need (C) expectation (D) rule Question 13 The phrase “without a hitch” in line is closest in meaning to (A) unaided (B) without glasses (C) with little hesitation (D) easily Question 14 According to the passage, why might birds and animals consider humans very visually handicapped? (A) humans can’t see very well in either air or water (B) human eyes are not as well suited to our needs (C) the main outstanding feature of human eyes is color vision (D) human eyes can’t what their eyes can Question 15 The word “that” in line 10 refers to (A) foveae (B) areas of the eye (C) cones (D) visual distinctions Question 16 According to the passage, “bug detectors” are useful for (A) navigation (B) seeing moving objects (C) avoiding bugs when getting food (D) avoiding starvation Question 17 According to the passage, which of the following is NOT true (A) kingfishers have monocular vision (B) bees see patterns of dots (C) hawks eyes consist mostly of cones that can allow it to scan with one eye at a time (D) humans are farsighted in water Question 18 Where in the passage does the author discuss that eyes are useful for avoiding starvation? (A) lines 5-9 (B) lines 10-14 (C) lines 15-19 (D) lines 20-25 Question 19 The phrase “paling into insignificance” in line 23 is closest in meaning to (A) fading away (B) of less importance (C) without colored light (D) being reduced to little importance Question 20 Which of the following can be inferred from the passage? (A) eyes have developed differently in each species (B) bees have the most complex eye (C) humans should not envy what they don’t need (D) perfect vision is not perfect KHÓA HỌC PRO3M/PRO3MPLUS – CHINH PHỤC ĐIỂM 9+ MÔN TIẾNG ANH CÙNG CÔ VŨ MAI PHƯƠNG PRO 3M/3MPLUS – ƠN LUYỆN TỒN DIỆN CHO KÌ THI TỐT NGHIỆP THPT QUỐC GIA Biên soạn: Cơ Vũ Thị Mai Phương – Ngoaingu24h.vn 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 Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers The first Labor Day holiday was celebrated on Tuesday, September 5, 1882 in New York City in Line accordance with the plans of the Central Labor Union The idea for this day is attributed (5) to a man named McGuire, but there is some controversy about which man named McGuire This celebration was repeated the following year, then in 1884, the first Monday in September was selected, and the Central Labor Union urged similar organizations in other cities to follow the example of New York and celebrate a “workingmen’s holiday” on that date The idea spread with the growth of labor organizations, and in 1885 Labor Day was (10) celebrated in many industrial centers of the country (15) (20) Through the years the nation gave increasing emphasis to Labor Day The first government recognition came through municipal ordinances passed during 1885 and 1886, leading to a movement to secure State legislation The first bill was introduced into the New York legislature, but the first to become law was passed by Oregon in 1887 During that year four more States (Colorado, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and New York) also legislated for Labor Day By 1894, 23 other States had adopted the holiday, and in June of that year, Congress passed an Act, making the first Monday in September of each year a legal holiday in the District of Columbia and the territories The form that the observance and celebration should take, was outlined to be a street parade to exhibit to the public “the strength and ‘esprit de corps’ of the trade and labor organizations”, followed by a festival for the recreation and amusement of workers and their families By resolution of the American Federation of Labor Convention in 1909, the Sunday preceding Labor Day was adopted as Labor Sunday, and dedicated to the spiritual and educational aspects of the labor movement 21 The phrase “this day” in line refers to (A) the first Monday in September (B) Labor Day holiday (C) Tuesday, September (D) the workingman’s holiday 22 The author implies that which of the following is true? (A) Labor Day has lost its importance over the years (B) Labor Day was, in part, a religious festival (C) there is a dispute about who thought of the idea for Labor Day (D) celebrations were usually limited to the industrial centers 23 The word “urged” in line is closet in meaning to (A) devoted (B) propelled (C) speeded (D) satisfied KHĨA HỌC PRO3M/PRO3MPLUS – CHINH PHỤC ĐIỂM 9+ MƠN TIẾNG ANH CÙNG CÔ VŨ MAI PHƯƠNG PRO 3M/3MPLUS – ÔN LUYỆN TỒN DIỆN CHO KÌ THI TỐT NGHIỆP THPT QUỐC GIA Biên soạn: Cô Vũ Thị Mai Phương – Ngoaingu24h.vn 24 According to the passage, Government recognition for Labor Day was first achieved in (A) 1882 (B) 1884 (C) 1885 (D) 1887 25 The word “secure” in line 13 is closest in meaning to (A) gain (B) implement (C) guarantee (D) pass 26 According to the passage, the first State to pass legislation for Labor Day was (A) Columbia (B) Oregon (C) New York (D) Colorado 27 The word “ exhibit” in line 20 is closest in meaning to (A) celebrate (B) exemplify (C) demonstrate (D) display 28 Which of the following is NOT true (A) by 1894, twenty eight States had passed legislation for Labor Day (B) including families was an important part of Labor Day celebrations (C) the first legislative bill was introduced in New York (D) Labor Day has always been held on the first Monday in September 29 The word “preceding” in line 23 is closest in meaning to (A) closest to (B) following (C) before (D) on KHÓA HỌC PRO3M/PRO3MPLUS – CHINH PHỤC ĐIỂM 9+ MÔN TIẾNG ANH CÙNG CÔ VŨ MAI PHƯƠNG PRO 3M/PRO 3MPLUS – ƠN LUYỆN TỒN DIỆN CHO KÌ THI TỐT NGHIỆP THPT QUỐC GIA Biên soạn: Cô Vũ Thị Mai Phương || Độc quyền tại: Ngoaingu24h.vn TÀI LIỆU LIVESTREAM ĐỘC QUYỀN ĐỌC ĐIỀN – ĐỌC HIỂU CHUYÊN SÂU CHỦ ĐỀ GIÁO DỤC ( BUỔI 1) Dành riêng cho khóa học Plus Cơ Vũ Thị Mai Phương thuộc COMBO PRO 3M PLUS Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to choose the word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from to ADVANTAGES OF ONLINE LEARNING All those online learning enterprises have a massive (1) _ of user data which enables those platforms to use machine learning algorithms that can enhance the learning patterns of people Machine learning algorithms use pattern recognition (2) _ can personalize the content for each individual For example, when a student repeatedly (3) _ with a concept at the course, and the platform can adjust the e-learning content to provide more detailed information to help the student The instantaneous feedback loops inside the platforms which are provided by other online students or the platform improve the learning curve This also offers shy or more (4) people the opportunity to participate in class discussions more easily than face-to-face class sessions (5) _, people can arrange their schedules according to their convenience and this enables them to scale themselves (Adapted from forbes.com) Question A every B amount C number D other Question A where B whom C who D which Question A struggles B competes C complies D associates Question A generous B receptive C reticent D particular Question A Therefore B Moreover C However D In fact 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 from to 12 On Monday morning, what may be the most dreaded and feared set of public exams England’s teenagers have ever sat began in school assembly halls up and down the country It is 30 years since GCSEs (General Certificate for Secondary Education) were first introduced under Margaret Thatcher, replacing O-levels and CSEs The new exam was designed to cover a broad spectrum of ability rather than dividing pupils between high achievers, who sat O-levels, and lower-ability students, who took CSEs Now, three decades later, following claims of grade inflation and dumbing down, GCSEs have been revised and re-formed and a brand-new set of exams is being rolled out Gone are the old-style assessments with their forgiving modules, repeat exams and coursework In their place are Michael Gove’s super-tough, “gold-standard”, highly academic qualifications Gove, secretary of state for education between 2010 and 2014, believed the old GCSEs’ reliance on coursework assessment was open to abuse He argued that the content of the revised examinations should be pitched at a more sophisticated level, claiming: “By making GCSEs more demanding, more fulfilling, and more stretching we can give our young people the broad, deep and balanced education which will equip them to win in the global race.” Vì quyền lợi đáng em TUYỆT ĐỐI KHÔNG chia sẻ tài liệu ĐỘC QUYỀN cho người khác! PRO 3M/PRO 3MPLUS – ƠN LUYỆN TỒN DIỆN CHO KÌ THI TỐT NGHIỆP THPT QUỐC GIA Biên soạn: Cô Vũ Thị Mai Phương || Độc quyền tại: Ngoaingu24h.vn Last week, we asked for our readers’ views about the new GCSEs and received more than 200 responses, an outpouring that was overwhelmingly – although not exclusively – negative The more extreme responses included accounts of suicide attempts by two pupils at one school, breakdowns, panic attacks and anxiety levels so intense that one boy soiled himself during a mock exam Some of the responses from pupils were alarming “GCSEs have been a horrible experience,” says one 16-year-old “I have suffered from panic attacks and a high increase in anxiety It’s quite scary how as a student I find it normal to see my peers break down in lessons as they are scared of what’s going to happen to them in the future if they fail.” Pressure in classrooms has been intense for the past two years as teachers have grappled with the new specifications, for which they say there are inadequate resources or revision materials The new exams have been launched at a time when budgets are shrinking, schools are in deficit and parents are increasingly being asked to fill the gaps with everything from monthly cash donations to glitter glue, pens and even toilet paper Nonetheless, schools are doing their best, with some laying on relaxation sessions, yoga classes and resilience programs to support worried pupils (Adapted from theguardian.com) Question Which best serves as the title for the passage? A Stress and Serious Anxiety: How the New GCSE is Affecting Mental Health? B The New GCSE: How to Get Good Results? C The Positive Effects of the New GSCE D Serious Mental Health Problems: Is GCSE to Blame? Question The word “spectrum” in the second paragraph mostly means A rainbow B spectacular C range D category Question According to the passage, why have GCSEs been changed and improved after 30 years? A Because it causes serious mental health problem to students B Because it will provide balanced education and prepare the students to win the global race C Because of its old style assessment and repetitive exam and coursework D Because there are allegations of grade inflation and dumbing down of exams Question The word “them” in paragraph refers to _ A students B young people C pupils D readers Question 10 The phrase “grappled with” is closet in meaning to _ A refused to B dealt with C fought with D given up Question 11 Which of the following is NOT TRUE according to the passage? A The dependence of the old GCSEs on coursework evaluation wasn’t vulnerable to abuse B The content of the updated reviews should be pitched at a more advanced level C There are insufficient tools or revision materials, leading to mounting pressure among teachers D The new GCSEs are expected to be more challenging in the hope of boosting students’ learning abilities Question 12 Which of the following can be inferred from the passage? A The mental well-being of students seems to pale into insignificance with public examinations B The new GCSEs could bring positive news for both teachers and students C Both schools and parents are facing financial problems when the new GCSEs have been introduced D Students who are worried about the new GCSEs are expected to overcome their anxiety without help Vì quyền lợi đáng em TUYỆT ĐỐI KHÔNG chia sẻ tài liệu ĐỘC QUYỀN cho người khác! PRO 3M/PRO 3MPLUS – ÔN LUYỆN TỒN DIỆN CHO KÌ THI TỐT NGHIỆP THPT QUỐC GIA Biên soạn: Cô Vũ Thị Mai Phương || Độc quyền tại: Ngoaingu24h.vn TÀI LIỆU LIVESTREAM ĐỘC QUYỀN ĐỌC ĐIỀN – ĐỌC HIỂU CHUYÊN SÂU CHỦ ĐỀ GIÁO DỤC ( BUỔI 2) Dành riêng cho khóa học Plus Cô Vũ Thị Mai Phương thuộc COMBO PRO 3M PLUS Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to choose the word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from to A CULTURE OF LIFELONG LEARNING IN YOUR BUSINESS In these highly disruptive times, individuals need to continue learning new skills to increase their knowledge, skills and competencies Recent studies reveal, (1) _, that while many workers are (2) to learn new skills or completely retrain to improve their future employability, few feel they are given the time or opportunity to so It seems that the urgency of work often (3) _ the luxury of learning According to a Linkedin survey, opportunities for employee development have become the second most important factor in workplace happiness (after the nature of the work itself) But most knowledge workers, those (4) _ sit in front of their computers to conduct their work, are only able to carve out five minutes of formal learning every day This lack of learning comes at a cost to organizations, as benefits such as enhanced productivity, increased innovation, accelerated digital transformation and (5) are often lost (Adapted from forbes.com) Question A therefore B however C for instance D moreover Question A adhering B reluctant C addicted D willing Question A competes B exceeds C trumps D induces Question A whom B which C whose D who Question A others B another C much D each 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 from to 10 It is easy to forget that public education is a relatively new phenomenon Even in the U.S., which has a relatively developed education system, public schools only started flourishing in the early 19th century Before that, while the affluent were able to hire tutors for their children, most education of children took place within the family and the community Some people are now going back to teaching children themselves (or hiring tutors), especially in countries where the mainstream education system is considered poor The laws regarding homeschooling can be complex and vary widely from country to country In some countries, such as France, England, Indonesia, and the United States, homeschooling is permitted by law In other countries like Japan or Spain, laws are not so clear; homeschooling goes on but isn't formally permitted by existing laws Other countries, including Germany and Brazil, ban homeschooling altogether Vì quyền lợi đáng em TUYỆT ĐỐI KHƠNG chia sẻ tài liệu ĐỘC QUYỀN cho người khác! PRO 3M/PRO 3MPLUS – ƠN LUYỆN TỒN DIỆN CHO KÌ THI TỐT NGHIỆP THPT QUỐC GIA Biên soạn: Cô Vũ Thị Mai Phương || Độc quyền tại: Ngoaingu24h.vn At one time, there was a stigma associated with homeschooling because it was traditionally for students who had behavioral or learning difficulties and could not keep up with the rest of the class Today, there are many compelling arguments for educating one's children at home Some of it stems from dissatisfaction with the mainstream education system Teacher shortages and lack of funding mean that, in many schools, one teacher is responsible for 30 or 40 pupils; children are often deprived of the attention they need Bullying and increasing classroom violence have also motivated some parents to remove their children from school Parents may also choose to home-school for religious or political reasons Whatever the arguments for or against, homeschooling is a growing trend There are now websites and support groups that help parents to assert their rights and enable them to learn more about educating their children Once the last resort for troubled children, homeschooling is now embraced as an accepted alternative to the public educational system (Adapted from Active Skills for Reading by Neil J Anderson) Question Which could be the best title for the passage? A Homeschooling in Different Countries B The Best Way to Homeschool Children C Homeschooling: A Luxury D Homeschooling: A Better Way to Learn Question According to paragraph 1, what did the wealthy people to deal with their children’s education before the development of public schools in the US? A They employed tutors for their kids B They asked teachers to take care of their children C They taught their own children at home D They let other members of their family teach their children Question The word “it” in paragraph refers to _ A stigma B homeschooling C mainstream education system D public education Question The word “dissatisfaction” in paragraph is closet in meaning to A happiness B disapproval C limitation D pleasure Question 10 Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage as a reason why parents choose to home-school their children? A The expensive tuition fees in some schools B Shortage of teachers and lack of resources C Discontent from mainstream education system D Increase in bullying and violence in the classroom Vì quyền lợi đáng em TUYỆT ĐỐI KHÔNG chia sẻ tài liệu ĐỘC QUYỀN cho người khác! PRO 3M/PRO 3MPLUS – ƠN LUYỆN TỒN DIỆN CHO KÌ THI TỐT NGHIỆP THPT QUỐC GIA Biên soạn: Cơ Vũ Thị Mai Phương || Độc quyền tại: Ngoaingu24h.vn TÀI LIỆU LIVESTREAM ĐỘC QUYỀN ĐỌC ĐIỀN – ĐỌC HIỂU CHUYÊN SÂU CHỦ ĐỀ GIÁO DỤC ( BUỔI 3) Dành riêng cho khóa học Plus Cơ Vũ Thị Mai Phương thuộc COMBO PRO 3M PLUS Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to choose the word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from to Homeschooling Homeschooling during a pandemic has proved to be an excellent option to ensure that your kid’s learning continues Dr James Hatten , Instructor, Ph.D University of Minnesota says that during the current times, the goal for online learning is to help students remain engaged academically to (1) the knowledge (2) they’ve gained throughout the year The absence of a full-time teacher and a change in the learning environment like shifting from a physical to a virtual classroom might be quite challenging for both, parents and their kids Parents have one more thing to be concerned about, (3) _ the children have to get used to learning without their classmates and teachers present physically During this time, it is important that you check in on your child’s mental health and be sure not to (4) them with too much work Also, keep tabs on how they are coping without their friends and be there for their emotional needs However, there are plenty of (5) _ parents who successfully homeschool their kids and are happy with the outcome (Adapted from www.asiaone.com/) Question A disseminate B retain C refuse D engage Question A that B whose C whom D it Question A yet B so C while D or Question A immerse B refute C overburden D enact Question A many of B much C every D other 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 from to 12 A study at Harvard University has shown that, by the age of three, most children have the potential to understand about 1000 words - most of the language they will use in ordinary conversation for the rest of their lives Furthermore, research has shown that while every child is born with a natural curiosity, it can be suppressed dramatically during the second and third years of life It is generally acknowledged that young people from poorer socio-economic backgrounds tend to less well in the education system In an attempt to overcome that educational under-achievement, a nationwide programme called 'Headstart' was launched in the United States in 1965 A lot of money was poured into it It took children into pre-school institutions at the age of three and was supposed to help the children of poorer families succeed in school Despite substantial funding, results have been disappointing It is thought that there are two explanations for this First, the programme began too late Many children who entered it at the age of three were already behind their peers in language and measurable intelligence Second, the parents were not involved At the end of each day, children returned to the same disadvantaged home environment Vì quyền lợi đáng em TUYỆT ĐỐI KHƠNG chia sẻ tài liệu ĐỘC QUYỀN cho người khác! PRO 3M/PRO 3MPLUS – ƠN LUYỆN TỒN DIỆN CHO KÌ THI TỐT NGHIỆP THPT QUỐC GIA Biên soạn: Cô Vũ Thị Mai Phương || Độc quyền tại: Ngoaingu24h.vn As a result of the growing research evidence of the importance of the first three years of a child's life and the disappointing results from 'Headstart', a pilot programme was launched in Missouri in the US that focused on parents as the child's first teachers The 'Missouri' programme was predicated on research showing that working with the family, rather than bypassing the parents, is the most effective way of helping children get off to the best possible start in life The programme involved trained parent- educators visiting the parents' home and working with the parent, or parents, and the child Information on child development, and guidance on things to look for and expect as the child grows were provided, plus guidance in fostering the child's intellectual, language, social and motor-skill development Periodic check-ups of the child's educational and sensory development (hearing and vision) were made to detect possible handicaps that interfere with growth and development Medical problems were referred to professionals At the age of three, the children who had been involved in the 'Missouri' programme were evaluated alongside a cross-section of children selected from the same range of socio-economic backgrounds and family situations, and also a random sample of children that age The results were phenomenal By the age of three, the children in the programme were significantly more advanced in language development than their peers, had made greater strides in problem solving and other intellectual skills, and were further along in social development (Adapted from Cambridge English IELTS Academic 5) Question Which would be the best title for the passage? A The Success of Educational Programmes B Early Childhood Education C The First Three Years of a Child’s Life D Family: The Child’s First Teacher Question The word “suppressed” in the first paragraph is closet in meaning to _ A restrained B surprised C released D conquered Question According to the passage, why the educational scheme launched in 1965 failed? A The kids were too young to take in some basic knowledge B Parents did not want to spend their money on educating their children C Some children weren’t intelligent enough to keep up with their peers D Parents did not take part in the program to educate their children Question The word “it” in paragraph refers to _ A pre-school institution B a nationwide programme C education system D Missouri programme Question 10 The phrase “was predicated on” in paragraph mostly means A made use of B depended on C took effect on D paid attention to Question 11 Which of the following is TRUE, according to the passage? A The ‘Missouri’ program launched in Missouri in the US had disappointing results B Before the age of three, all children have the ability to understand about 1000 words C In the school system, young people from low socioeconomic backgrounds tend to well D A nation wide program that had a disappointing result named ‘Headstart’ was introduced in the United states in 1965 Vì quyền lợi đáng em TUYỆT ĐỐI KHƠNG chia sẻ tài liệu ĐỘC QUYỀN cho người khác! PRO 3M/PRO 3MPLUS – ƠN LUYỆN TỒN DIỆN CHO KÌ THI TỐT NGHIỆP THPT QUỐC GIA Biên soạn: Cô Vũ Thị Mai Phương || Độc quyền tại: Ngoaingu24h.vn Question 12 Which of the following can be inferred from the passage? A Children from better socioeconomic backgrounds have stable progress during their early childhood development B The pilot programme ‘Missouri’ was to provide financial support for kids from poor families C The family, especially the parents, plays a very significant role in the early development of education for a child D More education programs for early child development will be introduced by the government Vì quyền lợi đáng em TUYỆT ĐỐI KHÔNG chia sẻ tài liệu ĐỘC QUYỀN cho người khác! PRO 3M/PRO 3MPLUS – ÔN LUYỆN TỒN DIỆN CHO KÌ THI TỐT NGHIỆP THPT QUỐC GIA Biên soạn: Cô Vũ Thị Mai Phương || Độc quyền tại: Ngoaingu24h.vn TÀI LIỆU LIVESTREAM ĐỘC QUYỀN ĐỌC ĐIỀN – ĐỌC HIỂU CHUYÊN SÂU CHỦ ĐỀ MÔI TRƯỜNG ( BUỔI 1) Dành riêng cho khóa học Plus Cô Vũ Thị Mai Phương thuộc COMBO PRO 3M PLUS Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to choose the word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from to CONSEQUENCES OF EXTINCTION Earth is richly supplied with different types of living organisms which coexist in their environments, forming complex, (1) _ communities Living organisms depend on one another for nutrients, shelter, and other benefits The extinction of one species can set off a chain reaction that affects many other species, particularly if the loss occurs near the bottom of the food chain (2) , the extinction of a particular insect or plant might seem inconsequential However, there may be fish or small animals that depend on that resource for foodstuffs The loss can threaten the survival of these creatures and larger predators that prey upon them Extinction can have a(n) (3) _ effect that spreads throughout nature In addition to its biological consequences, extinction poses a moral dilemma for humans, the only species capable of saving the others The presence of humans on the planet has affected all other life forms, particularly plants and animals Human lifestyles have proven to be incompatible with the survival of some other species Purposeful efforts have been made to eliminate animals (4) _ prey on people, livestock, crops, or pose any threat to human livelihoods Some wild animals have been decimated by human desire for meat, hides, fur, or (5) _ body parts with commercial value (Adapted from encyclopedia.com) Question A divided B interrelated C affiliated D outsourced Question A Therefore B Nevertheless C Indeed D For example Question A outstanding B autonomous C ripple D rigorous Question A whom B where C who D that Question A other B every C another D each 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 from to 10 For years, the Sahara has been regarded by many Europeans as a terra incognita of little economic value or importance But this idea may soon change completely Politicians and scientists on both sides of the Mediterranean are beginning to focus on the Sahara’s potential to provide power for Europe in the future They believe the desert’s true value comes from the fact that it is dry and empty A few years ago, scientists began to calculate just how much energy the Sahara holds They were astonished at the answer In theory, a 90,600 square kilometer chunk of the Sahara - smaller than Portugal and a little over 1% of its total area - could yield the same amount of electricity as all the world’s power plants combined A smaller square of 15,500 square kilometers - about the size of Connecticut - could provide electricity for Europe’s 500 million people “I admit I was skeptical until did the calculations myself,” says Michael Pawlyn, director of Exploration Architecture, one of three British environmental Vì quyền lợi đáng em TUYỆT ĐỐI KHƠNG chia sẻ tài liệu ĐỘC QUYỀN cho người khác! PRO 3M/PRO 3MPLUS – ƠN LUYỆN TỒN DIỆN CHO KÌ THI TỐT NGHIỆP THPT QUỐC GIA Biên soạn: Cô Vũ Thị Mai Phương || Độc quyền tại: Ngoaingu24h.vn companies comprising the Sahara Forest Project, which is testing solar plants in Oman and the United Arab Emirates Pawlyn calls the Sahara’s potential ’staggering’ At the moment, no one is proposing the creation of a solar power station the size of a small country But a relatively well-developed technology exists, which proponents say could turn the Sahara’s heat and sunlight into a major source of electricity - Concentrating Solar Power (CSP], Unlike solar panels, which convert sunlight directly into electricity, CSP utilizes mirrors which focus light on water pipes or boilers to produce very hot steam to operate the turbines of generators (Adapted from Complete IELTS by Guy Brook-Hart and Vanessa Jakeman) Question What is the passage mainly about? A The discovery of scientists in the Sahara Desert B The power that the Sahara can produce C The wind energy in the Sahara D The staggering potential of Sahara Question According to the passage, why has Sahara become the center of attention when it comes to power supply? A Europeans have considered it as an unexplored territory B Due to its potential to provide power for Europe in the future C Scientists were astonished at the answer when they began to calculate just how much energy the Sahara holds D Due to the proposal to create a solar power station the size of a small country Question The word “yield” in paragraph mostly means _ A produce B pay C make D supply Question The word “which” in the last paragraph refers to _ A concentrating solar power B major source of electricity C sunlight D solar panels Question 10 Which of the following is TRUE, according to the passage? A Less than 1% of the total of the Sahara will generate the same amount of electricity as all power plants combined in the world B To generate very hot steam to run the turbines of generator, CSP uses mirrors that concentrate light on water pipes or boilers C The Sahara has been considered a place with economic importance for ages D Exploration Architecture is the biggest environmental company in the UK took part in the Sahara Forest Project Vì quyền lợi đáng em TUYỆT ĐỐI KHÔNG chia sẻ tài liệu ĐỘC QUYỀN cho người khác! PRO 3M/PRO 3MPLUS – ƠN LUYỆN TỒN DIỆN CHO KÌ THI TỐT NGHIỆP THPT QUỐC GIA Biên soạn: Cô Vũ Thị Mai Phương || Độc quyền tại: Ngoaingu24h.vn TÀI LIỆU LIVESTREAM ĐỘC QUYỀN ĐỌC ĐIỀN – ĐỌC HIỂU CHUYÊN SÂU CHỦ ĐỀ MÔI TRƯỜNG ( BUỔI 3) Dành riêng cho khóa học Plus Cô Vũ Thị Mai Phương thuộc COMBO PRO 3M PLUS Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to choose the word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from to OUR WARMING WORLD Last year saw (1) wildfires burn through Australia; large regions including Europe, Japan, Pakistan, and India experienced deadly heat waves; almost 100 tropical cyclones created havoc (2) _, glaciers and sea ice continued to melt at worrying levels; and drought and floods destroyed vital crops and infrastructure Among the key findings of the State of the Climate in 2019, (3) _ was published by the American Meteorological Society, was that 2019 was among the warmest years on record, that greenhouse gases in the Earth's atmosphere are at their highest recorded levels and this decade is the hottest since records began in the mid-1800s "Each decade since 1980 has been (4) warmer than the preceding decade, with the most recent (2010-2019) being around 0.2°C warmer than the previous (2000-2009)," the report said "As a primary driver for our changing climate, the abundance of (5) long-lived greenhouse gases continues to increase." (Adapted from cnn.com) Question A substantial B devastating C looming D brutal Question A However B As a result C In addition D Yet Question A which B that C who D where Question A incrementally B successfully C successively D increasingly Question A much B few C another D many 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 from to 10 Enormous, hairy and with a huge hump, the woolly rhino roamed northern Eurasia until about 14,000 years ago The cause of its demise has been much debated, with remains found near prehistoric human sites raising the question of whether they were hunted to extinction Now researchers say analysis of ancient DNA from woolly rhinos found in north-east Siberia suggests climate change was the more likely culprit “It hammers home the fact that rapid climate warming can have devastating impacts on species survival,” said Prof Love Dalén, a co-author of the research at the Centre for Palaeogenetics in Sweden “While perhaps we are let off the hook in terms of having killed them with spears back then, it highlights the risk that we are taking with biodiversity at present when we are affecting global climate on a rapid scale.” Vì quyền lợi đáng em TUYỆT ĐỐI KHƠNG chia sẻ tài liệu ĐỘC QUYỀN cho người khác! PRO 3M/PRO 3MPLUS – ƠN LUYỆN TỒN DIỆN CHO KÌ THI TỐT NGHIỆP THPT QUỐC GIA Biên soạn: Cô Vũ Thị Mai Phương || Độc quyền tại: Ngoaingu24h.vn Writing in the journal Current Biology, Dalén and an international team of colleagues report how despite having nuclear DNA from just one woolly rhino – thought to have lived 18,500 years ago – they could peer back in time The team say the DNA showed little sign of inbreeding or reduced genetic diversity, while population size appeared to have remained stable for thousands of years preceding the animal’s death, suggesting that while human hunting cannot be ruled out as contributing to the woolly rhino’s extinction, it was not a major pressure on numbers “Humans arrived in north-eastern Sibera at least 30,000 years ago,” said Dalén “They co-existed there for 12,000 years until [the time of] our [woolly rhino] genome, and during that time we see no evidence for decline in the woolly rhino population.” (Adapted from theguardian.com) Question What would be the best title for the passage? A The consequences of woolly rhino extinction B Climate change: The likely cause of woolly rhino extinction C What made the extinction of the woolly rhino popular? D Climate change: how to address? Question The word “demise” in the first paragraph mostly means A creation B failure C merit D death Question The word “them” in paragraph refers to A woolly rhino B prehistoric humans C woolly mammoth D animals Question Which of the following could best summarize Dalén’s viewpoint in the last paragraph? A The cause of the woolly rhino extinction has much to with humans B For thousands of years, humans and woolly rhino rarely co-existed peacefully C Woolly rhinos couldn’t live without humans D The cause for the woolly rhino extinction is not humans Question 10 Which of the following is mentioned in the passage? 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