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NGUYỄN TẤT THÀNH - YÊN BÁI LẦN THỨ XVIII, NĂM 2024
ĐỀ THI MÔN TIẾNG ANH – LỚP 11
ĐỀ THI ĐỀ XUẤT Thời gian: 180 phút
( Đề này có 16 trang) (không kể thời gian giao đề)

SECTION I: LISTENING
Part 1: Complete the notes below with ONLY ONE WORD for each numbered blank
1. clothing 2. mouths 3. salt 4. toothpaste 5. fertilizers
6. nutrients 7. growth 8. weight 9. acid 10. society
Part 2: Listen to the following recording and answer the following questions. Write NO
MORE THAN FIVE WORDS for each answer.
1. Armpit’s 2. puberty 3.sulfur- 4. specialized 5. East Asian
secretion containing receptors descent
chemicals
Part 3: Listen to a talk about indoor ice skating rinks and decide whether these statements
are True (T), False (F). Write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes
provided.
1. False 2. False 3. True 4. False 5. True
Part 4: You will hear an interview with a man called Seth Jeavons, who organizes an
annual three-day pop music festival. Choose the answer (A, B, C or D) which fits best
according to what you hear.
1. B 2. D 3. D 4. B 5. A
SECTION II: LEXICO-GRAMMAR (3.0 points)
Part 1:
1. D 2. C 3. A 4. C 5. D
6. D 7. A 8. C 9. C 10.A
11.B 12.B 13.B 14.B 15.B
Part 2.
Line Mistake Correction
1. respects aspects
3 for of
4 nor or
5 about on
6 with in
Part 3.
1. self-sufficient 2. backtracked 3. insanity 4. inflamed 5. figurehead
6. officialdom 7.far-flung 8.watershed 9. exceedingly 10.unfailingly
READING
Part 1
1.C 2.B 3.A 4.D 5.A
6.B 7.A 8.D 9.B 10.C

Part 2:
1. part 2. when/as 3. over 4. without 5. by
6. against 7. of 8. with 9. a 10. which
Part 3
1. A 2. A 3. B 4. D 5. B
 5. C 7. B 8. A 9. D 10. C
Part 4
1. awareness 2. neurons 3. experience 4. continuum 5. brain arousal
6. determine 7. Yes 8. No 9. No 10. Not given
Part 5
1. D 2. A 3. C 4. B 5. D
6. A 7. D 8. B 9.A 10. D
SECTION IV: WRITING (6.0 points)
Part 1. Summary (1.0 pts)
The mark is based on the following scheme:
1. Content: (5 points)
A provision of all main ideas and details as appropriate
2. Organization & Presentation: (5 points)
Ideas are organized and presented with coherence, style, and clarity appropriate to the
level of English language gifted upper-secondary school students.
3. Use of language: (5 points)
Appropriate linking words and phrases as well as a good level of grammar have been used.
Also, a wide range of vocabulary is accurately used.
Suggested answer
The extract elucidates that the primary barrier to successful weight loss is people’s mindset
and approach to food rather than the diet plans themselves. Despite the constant stream of
best-selling diet books, many people fail to lose weight due to their mindset and approach to
dieting. Frequent switching between diets and discouragement from slow progress undermine
efforts. Additionally, modern life’s stress and the tendency to use food for comfort or rewards
contribute to diet failures. Misleading food labels also play a role. Ultimately, successful
weight loss hinges on controlling one’s mindset and paying careful attention to food choices,
rather than relying solely on diet plans.
Part 2. Chart description.(2.0pts)
Marking scheme:
1. Content: 5 points
- Cover the main information in the chart yet not go into too many details.
- Make general remarks and effective comparisons.
2. Organization & Presentation: 3 points
- The ideas are well organized
- The description is sensibly divided into paragraphs
3. Language: 5 points
- Demonstration of a variety of vocabulary and structures appropriate to the level of
English language gifted upper-secondary school students
- Good use and control of grammatical structures
4. Handwriting, punctuation, and spelling: 2 points

Part 3: Write an essay of no more than 350 words to express your opinion on the following
issue (3.0 pts)
Marking scheme:
1. Content: 10 points
a. Providing all main ideas and details as required
b. Communicating intentions sufficiently and effectively
3. Organization & Presentation: 8 points
a. Ideas are well organized and presented with coherence, cohesion, and clarity
b. The essay is well-structured
4. Language: 7 points
a. Demonstration of a variety of vocabulary and structures appropriate to the level of
English language gifted upper-secondary school students
b. Good use and control of grammatical structures
5. Handwriting, punctuation, and spelling: 5 points
a. Intelligible handwriting
b. Good punctuation and no spelling mistakes

TRANSCRIPT FOR LISTENING

Part 1
In today’s lecture, I’m going to be talking about microplastics.
Microplastics are tiny pieces of plastic smaller than five millimetres in size. Recently there’s
been a greater awareness that there are large quantities of plastic waste – big and small – in
the environment. The amount of plastic waste in the oceans has received widespread
attention, but far less is known about the effects of microplastics in freshwater and
particularly in soil.
Microplastics can enter the environment via a number of different sources. Threads
and microfibres detach from synthetic clothing every time they’re put in a washing machine,
and these find their way into the water system. Other sources include big pieces of plastic
waste that are already in the environment, and these break down into microscopic particles
over a period of time. On a larger scale, factory waste is another route, as are tyres which
wear down as cars, lorries and so on travel along road surfaces.
We already understand some of the impacts of microplastics from studies involving fish and
other animals. There is evidence that microplastics harm small creatures in a variety of ways,
such as by damaging their mouths, or by impairing their ability to feed, for example when
microplastics get lodged in their digestive system.
Surprisingly perhaps, it is likely that humans consume microplastics, as these have been
detected in a wide range of food and drink products, including bottled water, as well as in
water that comes direct from the tap. What’s more, salt and many kinds of seafood have also
been found to contain microplastics.
However, it’s important to underline that there is not yet conclusive proof that microplastics
cause significant harm to people. In many countries, including here in the UK, there
is legislation which prevents manufacturers from adding plastic microbeads to shower gels,
facial cleansers and toothpaste.
It is very difficult to accurately estimate the total amount of microplastic particles in the soil
as they can be hard to detect, but we do know they are carried in the air and deposited in the
soil by rain. What’s more, many of the fertilisers used by both farmers and gardeners contain
microplastics.
A team from the Anglia Ruskin University in Cambridge has carried out a study of the effects
of microplastics on the digestive tracts of earthworms. These worms, which live in topsoil,
are an essential component of our agricultural system. By feeding on soil, they mix nutrients
into it, thereby making it more fertile.
The researchers set out to discover whether the introduction of microplastics into the soil –
and the subsequent ingestion of these by earthworms – would impact soil quality and
ultimately inhibit plant growth. The short answer was, yes, it did. After placing three
different types of microplastic particles into the soil, they planted perennial rye grass. The
particles of microplastic, which included biodegradable PLA and conventional high-density
polyethylene, or HDPE, were then ingested by the earthworms in the soil. The result was that
the worms lost weight rapidly. What’s more, a lower percentage than normal of the rye grass
seeds germinated, and the researchers concluded that this was a direct result of the
earthworms being unable to fulfil their normal role in making soil more fertile. The team also
discovered that there was an increase in the amount of acid found in the soil , and this was
attributed mainly to the microplastic particles from conventional HDPE plastic.
The conclusions of the study make for very interesting reading – I’ve included the reference
in the notes to give you at the end of this session. To summarise, the authors proposed the
idea that we need to regard soil as we would regard any other process in nature. This means
we should accept the implications of soil being dependent on decaying and dead matter
constantly being passed through the bodies of earthworms. That is, when soil becomes
impoverished by the presence of microplastics, not only ecosystems but also the whole of
society are negatively impacted.

Part 2:
"A pungent blend of onions, cheese, and cat urine with hints of... is that…wet goat? Most of
us don’t need more than one whiff to identify that generally unpleasant, characteristic smell
we call body odor. But it’s a surprisingly complex phenomenon, influenced by our genetic
makeup, age, diet, and hygiene.
So what is this odor, exactly? Where does it come from? And can we do anything about it?
To start, you just need two things to produce that familiar scent: your armpit’s own secretions
and the bacteria that feed on them. Most people associate body odor with sweat, and it’s an
important piece of the puzzle.
Your body has millions of sweat glands, and they come in two major types: eccrine glands
are found all over your skin, and secrete mainly water and salt. Apocrine glands, on the other
hand, develop at puberty in your armpits, and a few other places on your body. The sweat
they secrete is full of proteins and fats. By themselves, these secretions are usually odorless.
That’s where bacteria come in.
Every square centimeter of our bodies is covered with thousands of bacteria. Many
microorganisms thrive in moist environments, like our armpits. There, you can find about a
million bacteria per square centimeter, one of the highest concentrations anywhere on the
skin.
Lurking in this throng of microorganisms are species of Corynebacteria, Staphylococci,
Micrococci, and others. When these bacteria feed on the proteins and fats in apocrine sweat,
they turn the odorless compounds into new ones that can smell very unpleasant.
Some of the worst offenders may be sulfur-containing chemicals; those give body odor its
oniony aroma. Carboxylic acids are in the mix, too, adding notes of cheese. These molecules
waft up from the armpit and can be sucked directly into our noses, where they’re trapped and
detected by an array of specialized receptors. Those can recognize odor molecules at
concentrations of less than one in a million.
So what determines how strong your body odor might be? It depends on the resident
microbial populations in your armpit, and the nutrients that your glands provide them with.
Your genes help determine what compounds you produce, and in what quantity, so everyone
has a slightly different set. In fact, a gene variant that virtually eliminates body odor is
common in people of East Asian descent.
Adrenaline increases the ratio of apocrine to eccrine sweat, so body odor can be more intense
when you’re nervous. Bacterial composition and concentration also varies between
individuals and plays a part. Even what you eat can have a small effect on how you smell.
So how can we deal with body odor? Washing the armpits with soap and water helps but
won’t remove all the bacteria, since many are buried in deeper layers of the skin. Deodorants,
however, inhibit bacterial activity and mask odors at the same time. Antiperspirants work by
forming tiny gel plugs that block sweat glands, drying out the armpits.
While we continue to battle body odor, scientists are trying to understand it. We don’t know
why the brain often interprets these particular odors as off-putting. But some researchers have
proposed that secretions from the armpit could have a positive function, too, like cementing
social bonds and providing a means of chemical communication. We don’t know yet if that’s
the case. For now, body odor seems to be just another smelly part of the human condition."

Part 3
"If you've ever been to watch any of Britain's professional ice hockey teams, you've no doubt
thrilled at the speed and agility of great athletes skating on indoor ice. But you probably take
it for granted, the surface that makes it all possible. Nevertheless, the temperature and other
characteristics of the surface can make the difference between a championship-winning
performance and an embarrassing spill. Indoor ice rinks are used for all sorts of sports and
recreational activities, in all of which the quality of the ice makes a big difference. Ice skating
began as a means of transporting goods on the frozen rivers and canals throughout Northern
Europe long before anyone ever saw it as the recreational activity which it later became.
Considering that skating for pleasure was done outdoors in the freezing winter weather, it's
fair to say that indoor ice rinks were created because in those conditions they provided
welcome shelter for those who enjoyed skating.
It was only when ice became available year-round that sports such as hockey and skating had
a chance to flourish. In 1876, the first indoor rink opened in London, although the idea was
not replicated up and down the country as had been predicted, as the process entailed making
the ice by pumping a mixture of glycerin and water through copper pipes, a material which
was expensive at that time. The first Olympic figure skating competition was held on a
refrigerated indoor rink as part of the Summer Games in London in 1908, though it was not
until 1976 that ice dancing, that is interpreting music on skates, became a Winter Olympic
sport. In the early 20th century, electric refrigeration and indoor rinks made ice skating
popular everywhere. The technology that makes indoor rinks possible is also found in
refrigerators and air conditioning in our homes.

"In an indoor ice rink, the refrigerant doesn't cool the ice directly as home systems do.
Instead, it cools salt water that is pumped through an intricate system of pipes underneath the
ice. Laying down a good skating surface isn't as simple as making a tray of ice cubes;
freezing a rink correctly takes no less than a dozen stages, with some stages laying ice studies
wafer thin. And what's best for one sport may be completely unacceptable for another. It takes
up to seventy thousand liters of water to make a rink. The first two layers of ice, which are
less than one millimeter thick, are applied via a spray to create a fine mist of water. The first
layer freezes almost immediately after it's sprayed on, and then the second is applied. The
second frozen layer is painted white, allowing for a strong contrast, for example in hockey,
between the black disc known as the puck and the ice. The third layer acts as a sealer for the
paint; this layer then requires painting to create decorative backgrounds and, in the case of
hockey, provide clear markings and display sponsors' logos. Once all the markings have
dried, the final layer is gradually applied. This uses 40,000 liters of water, which must be put
on slowly with a hose at a rate of two to three thousand liters per hour. That means at least
fifteen, at most twenty, hours for this final layer. The less water is put on the floor at one time,
the better the ice will be. Brand new ice is called green ice because it hasn't been broken in
yet. When creating a new rink, indoor conditions are very important, with the skating surface
kept at -4.5 to minus 3 degrees Celsius, the building temperature at about 17 degrees Celsius,
and the indoor humidity at about 30 percent. But if it's warm outdoors, the temperature has to
be readjusted accordingly. Even one degree can make a big difference in the quality of the
ice. In addition, a fog over the ice can be created by high humidity indoors, which of course
would hold a hockey game up. So on a hot summer's day when you go to the arena..."

Part 4:
You’ll hear an interview with a man called Seth Jevons who organizes an annual three-day
pop music festival. For questions 15 to 20, choose the answer (A, B, C, or D) which fits best
according to what you hear. You now have one minute to look at part three.
"My guest today is Seth Jevons, organizer of a large three-day pop music festival. Seth, what
should people bear in mind, especially those who are going to camp at the festival site? Have
you got any tips?"
"Yes, the first thing is, although it’s held in June, you can never rely on the local weather.
Basics are, check that your tent is intact before you go. It’ll keep you sheltered from wind,
rain, and a drop in temperature at night. But unfortunately, what’s often overlooked is that the
terrain is really uneven at the site, so you definitely need some sort of mattress. Even the
smallest of tents can be adequate if it’s good quality. Most areas are lit, so bringing a torch,
although not a bad idea, isn’t essential."
"There were a few criticisms of last year’s festival, weren’t there? Have you managed to put
those right?"
"Some of the complaints were well-founded, and we’ve worked hard to put those problems
right. There again, some people said that they were straining to hear the bands, while others
said they were being deafened, and that’s just different expectations of noise levels. Where
you stand when there’s a huge audience can affect how well you hear, too. That’s why you
get a bunching up of people standing in the middle. One concern we did have to address,
though, was that of fans mobbing their favorite bands on stage. We’ve improved the cordon
around the stage for the protection of both the fans and the bands, but I’m afraid the car park
issue remains unresolved. We can’t compromise on the space for camping and the space for
people to watch the bands in reasonable comfort."
"And do you think it’s a good idea to bring children to the festival, or not?"
"Absolutely. Naturally, we’ve got all the usual treats for them: a circus, a magic show,
children’s theater, and so on. And lots of food outlets offer kids' menus. What puts us above
the rest, though, is that we’ve got crèches where parents can happily leave their children
while they go off for an hour or so The staff there are accredited child minders who’ll keep
the little ones amused and perfectly safe."
"And which of the acts are you most looking forward to this year?"
"We’ve got some big-name bands, which is great, but for me, it’s the smaller local bands and
ones who don’t perform that often who I think will steal the show. We’re also giving a place
to a couple of bands who usually only play abroad. It’s an opportunity for them to play at
home for once, which I think is fantastic for them and the fans."
"And for those who can’t actually be at the festival, how can they follow what’s going on?"
"They won’t be able to get TV coverage, I’m afraid, as the networks charge so much. And we
tried radio coverage last year, but that wasn’t so successful. So this year, we’re putting all our
efforts into running blogs and live chat. And that’s been quite successful."
"And what’s in the pipeline for next year?"
"I can’t foresee any radical changes. As always, we’re striving to improve our standards, but
with the recession, our budget will be tight. The aim is for the ticket prices to remain the
same, and we don’t want to go down the road of putting on more events or making people
pay more. The secret of our success is that we’re compact, cozy, and cost-effective. And I
want it to stay that way."