UBND TỈNH HẬU GIANG KỲ THI CHỌN HỌC SINH GIỎI CẤP TỈNH

SỞ GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO CÁC MÔN VĂN HÓA THPT NĂM HỌC 2023 - 2024
KHOÁ NGÀY 10/4/2024
ĐỀ THI CHÍNH THỨC
(Đề thi có 14 trang)

MÔN: TIẾNG ANH

Thời gian: 180 phút (Không kể thời gian giao đề)

Họ và tên thí sinh: ...................................................................................................................... Số báo danh

Ngày tháng năm sinh: .............................................................................................................

Học sinh trường: ......................................................................................................................... Số phách

Họ tên, chữ ký giám thị 1: Họ tên, chữ ký giám thị 2:

................................................................ ................................................................

CHỈ DẪN:
1. Đề thi gồm 14 trang. Thí sinh kiểm tra số trang trước khi làm bài.
2. Thí sinh làm bài trực tiếp vào đề thi.
3. Thí sinh giữ gìn cẩn thận bài làm.
4. Nếu thí sinh làm sai, dùng thước gạch, không dùng bút tẩy màu trắng. Thí sinh
chỉ được dùng bút một màu xanh hoặc đen để làm bài. Không dùng mực màu đỏ.
5. Hướng dẫn phần thi Nghe:
- Thí sinh có 02 phút (được tính vào thời gian làm bài) để đọc trước câu hỏi. Sau khi
phát đề 02 phút cán bộ coi thi mới bật máy. Mỗi phần được nghe 2 lần, mở đầu và kết thúc mỗi
phần có tín hiệu..
- Mọi hướng dẫn cho thí sinh (bằng tiếng Anh) đã có trong bài nghe.
- Cán bộ coi thi chỉ cần chạy đĩa CD, phần nghe sẽ tự động chạy.
6. Giám thị không giải thích gì thêm.
7. Thí sinh không được sử dụng bất cứ tài liệu nào kể cả từ điển, giám thị không giải
thích gì thêm.
 UBND TỈNH HẬU GIANG KỲ THI CHỌN HỌC SINH GIỎI CẤP TỈNH
SỞ GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO CÁC MÔN VĂN HÓA THPT NĂM HỌC 2023 - 2024
KHOÁ NGÀY 10/4/2024
ĐỀ THI CHÍNH THỨC
(Đề thi có 14 trang)

MÔN: TIẾNG ANH

Thời gian: 180 phút (Không kể thời gian giao đề)

Điểm bằng số: ...................................... Họ tên, chữ ký GK 1: ........................................ Số phách

Điểm bằng chữ: .................................... Họ tên, chữ ký GK 2: .......................................

SECTION A. LISTENING (3,0 points)

Part 1. You will hear a man interviewing a woman in the street about her use of transport.
Questions 1-10. Complete the notes below. Write ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for
each answer in the number box
Details of transport Survey
Example
Travelled to town today: by bus
Basic information:
Name: Luisa (1) ________________
Address: (2) ________________ Stone Road, Bradfield
Postcode: (3) ________________
Occupation: (4) ________________
Reason for visit to town: to go to the (5) ________________
Suggestions for improvement:
 better lighting and have more (6) ________________
 more frequent (7) ________________
Things that would encourage cycling to work:
 having (8) ________________ parking places for bicycles
 being able to use a (9) ________________ at work
 the opportunity to have cycling (10) ________________ on busy roads

Write your answers here

1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
6. 7. 8. 9. 10.

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Part 2: You will hear a man, David, being interviewed about his life as a professional footballer. Decide whether
each of the statements is true (T) or false (F). Write your answer (T, F) in the number box .
Statements True (T) False (F)
11. David has been a professional football player for two years.
12. He was first included in the club when he was fifteen.
13. Fitness training and tactics are in a normal day for David.
14. The diet of a footballer has lots of rice, meat and pasta
15. David’s future ambition is that he wants to play for a European
team in the next two years

Write your answers here:

11. 12. 13. 14. 15.

Part 3. You will hear people talking in five different situations. For questions 1-5, choose
the best answer (A, B or C) and write your answer (A, B, or C) in the number box.
Question 1: You hear a woman talking about how she gets ideas for her work.
Who is the woman?
A. a novelist B. an artist C. a film-maker
Question 2: You hear a man talking about a mobile phone he has bought.
What most attracted him to this phone?
A. its size B. its reliability C. its price
Question 3: You hear a man talking on the phone about buying a house.
What is the purpose of his call?
A. to apologize B. to complain C. to obtain information
Question 4: You hear a teenage girl talking about her hobby.
What is she talking about?
A. a computer game B. a musical instrument C. a piece of sports equipment
Question 5: On the news, you hear a story about a cat.
Where was the cat found?
A. in a train carriage B. on the railway lines C. on a station platform
Write your answers here:
1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

SECTION B. LEXICO - GRAMMAR: (50 points)

Part 1: Choose the word or phrase that best completes each sentence. Write your answer (A, B, C, or D) in the number box.
21. He was as quiet as a _______ in order not to wake anybody up.
A. dog B. mouse C. rat D. frog
22. It was impossible for me to tell the truth so I had to _______ a story.
A. lie B. combine C. invent D. build
23. Then I played loads with my cousins, _______ was fun.
A. which B. who C. whoever D. that
24. It is crucial that two or three police escort cars _______ for the minister when his plane arrives.
A. be waiting B. are waiting C. will be waiting D. be waited
25. Of all the policies put into effect, ______ controversial was the economic one.
A. most B. the more C. the most D. more

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26. The 1990s have seen a general ______ in aid to poor countries, largely because of fiscal pressures
in many rich countries.
A. consumption B. decline C. contingency D. conviction
27. Your flight was delayed for eight hours? Poor you. That _____ much fun.
A. shouldn’t have been B. can’t have been
C. must have been D. would have been
28. _____ elder people’s pulse rate is less than 2 beats per second.
A. Much B. A few of C. Most D. The whole
29. We took Bill ______ for a couple of months after the fire at his home. It was no trouble as we have
the extra bedroom up in the converted loft.
A. out B. up C. off D. in
30. Hey, Patrick! Don’t forget that the party _______ at 8 o’clock!
A. is starting B. has started C. starts D. will start
31. ______ he arrived at the airport did he remember that he had left his passport in the briefcase at home.
A. So B. No sooner C. Not until D. Hardly
32. We stopped to let each other talk, then we started talking ____, and laughed at each other.
A. same time B. simultaneously C. punctually D. meantime
33. He witnessed his family _____, his home city_____ to the ground.
A. had died/ was burned B. died/ burned
C. die/ burn D. die/ be burned
34. The ______ paragraph gives the background to their research project.
A. retrospect B. beforehand C. preceding D. bygone
35. You should always be _______ when someone you don't know calls at your house.
A. caring B. wary C. frightened D. fussy
36. My brother can repair _______ very well.
A. applicants B. applicators C. applications D. appliances
37. Tom will mend the window when ________ home.
A. he come B. he will come C. he is coming D. he comes
38. Questions of race, ethnicity, and religion have been a ______ source of conflict in American education.
A. previous B. perennial C. vulnerable D. naughty
39. ______ that the opposition was strong, the ruling party managed to win the elections again.
A. Likewise B. Henceforth C. Notwithstanding D. So
40. The company has a lot of problems but they all seem to ______ to money.
A. boil down B. cook up C. lead over D. reason out
Write your answers here:
21. 22. 23. 24. 25.
26. 27. 28. 29. 30.
31. 32. 33. 34. 35.
36. 37. 38. 39. 40.
Part 2: Read the following passage. There is ONE mistake in each of the numbered lines. Find and correct it.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) are arguably one of the most influential trends in 0. is
technology today. It has made significant strides in various industries, including
healthcare, finance, and retail. AI is already used in multiple ways, from powering
self-driving cars to help doctors diagnose diseases. Its impact is significant, and we 41. _________
can expect AI to become even more intelligent and ubiquitous in the coming years.
As AI technology evolves, we can expect more advanced machine learning
algorithms, natural language processing, and computer vision. This will enable more
personalized and efficient service, such as virtual personal assistants, intelligent 42. _________

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chatbots, and automated customer service. AI technology has the potential to
revolutionize the way businesses operate, allowing for more streamlined processes
and improved customer experiences.
However, with great power comes great responsibility. AI will become even more
sophisticated and widespread in the next ten years. They could be used to automate 43. _________
tasks, improve our decision-making, and even create new forms of art and
entertainment.
The development of AI also rises significant ethical concerns, such as privacy, 44. ________
bias, and accountability. As AI becomes more pervasive, it is crucial to ensure that it
is used ethically and for the betterment of society.
Another trend that is poised to transform various industries is robotic. Robots are 45. _______
already being used in multiple industries, from manufacturing to healthcare. Robots
will become even more capable and affordable. They could be used to perform
dangerous or repetitive tasks, freeing up humans to focus on more creative and
strategic work.

Part 3: Use the word given in capitals at the end of each line to form a word that fits in the space in
the same line. Write your answer in the number box.
In the warm seas of the Mediterranean lives a jellyfish with an (46) (EXTRAORDINARY
________ rare ability – it can rewind its life cycle. The so-called ‘immortal’ )
jellyfish, or Turritopsis dohrnii, can somehow reprogramme the identity of its
own cells, returning it to an earlier stage of life. In other words, it can age in
reverse and morph from an adult back into a baby.
In the science fiction television series Doctor Who, the programme’s hero
periodically transforms into a (47) ________ new version of himself. Like
Turritopsis dohrnii, the Doctor sometimes does this when he has been badly (COMPLETE)
wounded or would otherwise die.
For the jellyfish, its ability to become a (48) ________ version of itself is a
spectacular survival mechanism that plays out when it gets old or sick or faces (YOUNG)
danger. Once the reversal process has been (49) ________, the jellyfish’s bell
and tentacles deteriorate and it turns back into a polyp – a plant-like structure (INITIAL)
that attaches itself to a surface underwater. It does this partly through a process
known as (50) ________ transdifferentiation – when cells change from one
type directly into another, producing an entirely new body plan. And it can do it (CELL)
again and again.
Write your answers here:
46. 47. 48. 49. 50.

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Part 4: There are 5 blanks in the passage below. From the words given in the box, choose the most
suitable for each blank. There are THREE extra words that you do not need to use. Write your
answer in the number box

A. consumption B. exploitation C. use D. diseases

E. pollution F. issues G. situations H. consequences

Pollution and development are inextricably linked. In the process of developing, nations often rely
on the ________ (51) of natural resources in order to build up revenue. While such options present an
economic advantage, considering that costs are restricted while the output is boosted, an environmental
disadvantage often comes in the form of pollution. For example, within the Niger Delta in Nigeria, the
capitalization of oil by various companies has resulted in innumerable spills and leaks. Nigerian
villagers have noted that these spills kill their fish, ruin their skin, and destroys their water supplies.
Similar ________ (52) can be seen in other developing nations, such as Venezuela.
Even if developing nations do not exploit natural resources for profit, they may still contribute to
pollution by consuming energy from fossil fuels. In comparison to renewable sources of energy such
as solar power, fossil fuels provide cheaper energy to developing nations, helping to advance the
economy by encouraging industrialization.
The building of mass infrastructure, another key part of development, often utilizes energy from
fossil fuels as well, serving to further ________ (53). At a time when nations are mainly concerned
with advancing their economies, the issue of the environment is unlikely to be on the political agenda.
Furthermore, energy use from fossil fuels is likely to increase in the future. As the United States
Energy Information Administration reports, developing nations will collectively account for 65 percent
of the world’s energy consumption by the year 2040, compared to 54 percent in 2010. Because these
countries use mainly fossil fuels for energy, it follows that pollution will increase as well.
Inevitably, such an increase in pollution, in regard to that of air, water and soil, will lead to
increased sickness and even death. Many ________ (54) caused by air pollution include asthma,
pulmonary cancer and cardiovascular issues, among others. For water pollution, the list includes
typhoid, diarrhea, cancer and liver damage. For soil pollution, adverse ________ (55) include cancer,
nerve and brain damage and liver and kidney disease.
Write your answers here:
51. 52. 53. 54. 55.

SECTION C. READING (50 points)

Part 1: Read the following passage and write your answers in the numbered table with the letter A, B, C or D to
indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.
Of all modern instruments, the violin is apparently one of the simplest. It consists in essence of a
hollow, varnished wooden sound box, or resonator, and a long neck, covered with a fingerboard, along
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which four strings are stretched at high tension. The beauty of design, shape, and decoration is no
accident: the proportions of the instrument are determined almost entirely by acoustical considerations.
Its simplicity of appearance is deceptive. About 70 parts are involved in the construction of a violin. Its
tone and its outstanding range of expressiveness make it an ideal solo instrument. No less important,
however, is its role as an orchestral and chamber instrument. In combination with the larger and deeper-
sounding members of the same family, the violins form the nucleus of the modern symphony orchestra.
The violin has been in existence since about 1550. Its importance as an instrument in its own
right dates from the early 1600's, when it first became standard in Italian opera orchestras. Its stature
as an orchestral instrument was raised further when in 1626 Louis XIII of France established at his
court the orchestra known as Les vinq-quatre violons du Roy (The King's 24 Violins), which was to
become widely famous later in the century.
In its early history, the violin had a dull and rather quiet tone resulting from the fact that the
strings were thick and were attached to the body of the instrument very loosely. During the eighteenth
and nineteenth century, exciting technical changes were inspired by such composer-violinists as
Vivaldi and Tartini. Their instrumental compositions demanded a fuller, clearer, and more brilliant
tone that was produced by using thinner strings and a far higher string tension. Small changes had to be
made to the violin's internal structure and to the fingerboard so that they could withstand the extra
strain. Accordingly, a higher standard of performance was achieved, in terms of both facility and
interpretation. Left-hand technique was considerably elaborated, and new fingering patterns on the
fingerboard were developed for very high notes.

56. The word "standard" in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to _______.

A. practical B. customary C. possible D. unusual
57. "The King’s 24 Violins" is mentioned in line 15 to illustrate _______.
A. how the violin became a renowned instrument
B. the competition in the 1600's between French and Italian orchestras
C. the superiority of French violins
D. why the violin was considered the only instrument suitable to be played by royalty
58. What is the main idea presented in paragraph 3?
A. The violin has been modified to fit its evolving musical functions.
B. The violin is probably the best known and most widely distributed musical instrument in the world.
C. The violin had reached the height of its popularity by the middle of the eighteenth century.
D. The technique of playing the violin has remained essentially the same since the 1600's.
59. The author mentions Vivaldi and Tartini paragraph 3 as examples of composers whose music _______.
A. inspired more people to play the violin B. had to be adapted to the violin
C. demanded more sophisticated violins D. could be played only by their students
60. The word "they" in paragraph 3 refers to _______.
A. Vivaldi and Tartini B. thinner strings and a higher string tension
C. small changes D. internal structure and fingerboard
61. The word "strain" in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to _______.
A. struggle B. strength C. strategy D. stress
62. According to the passage, early violins were different from modern violins in those early violins _______.
A. were heavier B. broke down more easily
C. produced softer tones D. were easier to play
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63. According to the passage, which of the following contributes to a dull sound being produced by a violin?
A. A long fingerboard B. A small body
C. High string tension D. Thick strings
64. Which of the following terms is defined in the passage?
A. resonator B. solo C. left-hand technique D. fingering patterns
65. All of the following are mentioned in the passage as contributing to the ability to play modern
violin music EXCEPT _______.
A. more complicated techniques for the left hand
B. different ways to use the fingers to play very high notes
C. use of rare wood for the fingerboard and neck
D. minor alterations to the structure of the instrument

Write your answers here

56. 57. 58. 59. 60.
61. 62. 63. 64. 65.

Part 2. Read the following passage and write your answers in the numbered table with the letter A,
B, C or D to fill in each gap.
The latest addiction to trap thousands of people is the Internet, which has been ___ (66) ___ for
broken relationships, job loses, financial ruin and even one suicide. Psychologists now recognize
Internet Addiction Syndrome (IAS) as a new illness that could ___ (67) ___ serious problems and
ruins many lives. Special help groups have been set up to offer suffers help and support.
Psychologists have described many ___ (68) ___ examples, including one man who took his own life
after borrowing more than £14000 to feed his addiction, and a teenager also had to receive psychiatric
treatment for his 12- hour-a-day ___ (69) ___. “This illness is not a fake and it must be taken seriously,”
said an expert in behavior addiction at Nottingham Trent University.” There are not sad people with
serious personality ___ (70) ___; they are people who were fine before they found the Internet.
ISA is similar to ___ (71) ___ problems like gambling, smoking and drinking: addicts have dreams
about the Internet, they need to use it first thing in the morning: they ___ (72) ___ to their partners
about how much time they spend online: they wish they could cut down, but are unable to do so. A
recent study found that many users spend up to 40 hours a week on the Internet; ___ (73) ___ they feel
guilty, they became depressed if they were made to stop using it.
Almost anyone can be risk. Some of the addicts are teenagers who are already ___ (74) ___ on
computer games and who find it very difficult to resist the games on the Internet. Surprisingly,
however, psychologists ___ (75) ___ that most victims are middle-aged housewives who have never
used a computer before.

66. A. blamed B. faulted C. mistaken D. accused

67. A. lead B. affect C. take D. cause
68. A. worrying B. worried C. disappointing D. disappointed
69. A. habit B. custom C. manner D. routine
70. A. mistakes B. errors C. faults D. defects
71. A. other B. another C. the other D. others
72. A. betray B. deceive C. cheat D. lie
73. A. although B. despite C. unless D. without
74. A. taken B. addicted C. tied D. hooked
75. promise B. guess C. say D. hope

Write your answers here

66. 67. 68. 69. 70.
71. 72. 73. 74. 75.

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Part 3: Read the descriptions of eight courses. Decide which would be the most suitable for the following people.
Mark the correct letter (A-H) for questions 76-80. Write your answer in the number box

COURSES
A - Form and Colour
This is year-long course is perfect for people who want to learn about how to use a camera and who
want to take it up as a profession. Students will learn how to use light and shade, colour and different
shapes. The course will also teach students to change their work using computer technology. Tips will
be given on how best to get started in the profession.
B - Practice makes Perfect
Learn about how to use computer software to make your work life easier. This course is designed for
people who use computers regularly as part of their career, but who feel they are unable to make the
most of the technology. Learn about new software for storing documents and photographs and
keeping records. This evening class runs for ten weeks from September to December.
C - Armchair Explorer
This is a series of daytime lectures by people who have lived and worked in wild places. Each of the
six talks will focus on a different continent. Lecturers will show photographs of the animals and
plants, and explain why they are only found in one area. Lecturers will include Leo Holland, a
scientist from the Antarctic project, and Milly Oliphant, who researches birds in the Amazon
rainforest. Tea and Biscuits provided.
D - Art Starter
Are you interested in a career in art? If so, this full-time, eight-week course will be perfect for you.
Learn about different methods used by artists, including painting, drawing, photography and computer
design. Artists will create work for an exhibition which will be displayed in the Town Hall for one
month in September. Top businessmen and women from the design industry will be invited to attend
the exhibition, so this could be a great start to your career!
E - Wild Design
Whether you want a career in art, or you just want to enjoy your hobby, this holiday course is for you.
Wild Design is a two-week summer course situated on the wild coast of South Wales. We teach all
kinds of art, including photography and painting, and the wild sea, beautiful flowers and great wildlife
will definitely give you lots of creative ideas. Even if you already have a good understanding of art,
you are sure to learn something new from our team of professional tutors.
F - Explore your Imagination
Do you want to show your friends a photograph of you beside the Egyptian pyramids or in the jungles
of Borneo? Well now you can tell your friends that you have travelled the world without actually
leaving the country! Join this evening class and learn how to use the latest technology and software to
change photographs to a professional standard. You will also learn how to make your own computer
designs using the computer programmes used by professionals.
G - Technology for You
Do you feel as if everyone is using a computer except you? Join in this five-day course and learn the
basics. You’ll learn how to store your personal files, send emails and use simple programmes to write
and print letters. In the afternoons you will have the choice of either learning how to make Birthday
Cards and other designs on a computer, or you can join our ‘Basic computers for Work’ class.

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H - Wildlife Photographer
Travel to a different wild place every week and learn how to take photographs of animals, plants and
scenery. Our expert teachers will advise you how to take the best pictures. This course will run for six
weeks on Saturdays. Students should already have a good understanding of photography and their
own equipment. The class is suitable for everyone, as there is very little walking involved.

PEOPLE

76. Harriet is 71, and is interested in painting and drawing. She would like to go
somewhere in the summer where she can learn new tips and paint attractive scenery.

77. Belinda works for a large Art Company and she feels she needs to improve her
computer skills. She already has a basic understanding of some common computer
programmes, but she wants to learn how to organise her work and store information.

78. Jenny is interested in a career in design, and wants to learn how to create art and
change photographs using special computer programmes. She wants a course that will
fit into her normal school day.

79. George is unable to travel because he has difficulty walking, but he wants to learn
more about the wildlife and scenery in different parts of the world.

80. Chris wants a change in career, so he’s looking for a full-time course in which he
can learn everything there is to know about photography and how to use computers to
change and sell his work.

Write your answers here:

76. 77. 78. 79. 80.

Part 4: You are going to read an article. Five paragraphs have been removed from the article.
Choose from the paragraphs A – G the one which fits each gap (81-85). There is two extra
paragraph which you do not need to use. Write your answer in the number box

DO FLEETING CHANGES OF FACIAL EXPRESSION SHOW WHETHER SOMEONE IS TELLING LIES?

Forty years ago, research psychologist Dr Paul Ekman was addressing a group of young psychiatrists
in training when he was asked a question whose answer has kept him busy pretty much ever since.
Suppose you are working in a psychiatric hospital like this one and a patient who has previously been
aggressive comes to you. ‘I’m feeling much better now,’ the patient says. ‘Can I have a pass out for the
weekend?’
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It set Ekman thinking. As part of his research, he had already recorded a series of twelve-minute
interviews with patients at the hospital. In a subsequent conversation, one of the patients told him that
she had lied to him. So Ekman sat and looked at the film. Nothing. He slowed it down and looked
again. Slowed it further. And suddenly, there, across just two frames, he saw it: a vivid, intense
expression of extreme anguish.
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Over the course of the next four decades, Ekman successfully demonstrated a proposition first
suggested by Charles Darwin: that the ways in which we express anger, disgust, contempt, fear,
surprise, happiness and sadness are both innate and universal.
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However, particularly when we are lying, ‘micro expressions’ of powerfully felt emotions will
invariably flit across our faces before we get a chance to stop them. Fortunately for liars, as many as
ninety-nine percent of people will fail to spot these fleeting signals of inner torment. But given a bit of
training, Ekman says, almost anyone can develop the skill.
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The psychologist’s techniques, he concedes, can only be a starting point for criminal investigators
applying them. ‘All they show is that someone’s lying,’ he says. ‘You have to question very carefully
because what you really want to know is why they are lying. No expression of emotion, micro or
macro, reveals exactly what is triggering it.’ He gives an example.
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Plus there are lies and lies. Ekman defines a lie as being a deliberate choice and intent to mislead, and
with no notification that this is what is occurring. ‘An actor or a poker player isn’t a liar,’ he says.
‘They’re supposed to be deceiving you – it’s part of the game. I focus on serious lies: where the
consequences for the liar are grave if they’re found out.’

PARAGRAPHS
A. But once he had spotted the first one, he soon found three more examples in that same interview.
‘And that,’ says Ekman, ‘was the discovery of microexpressions; very fast, intense
expressions of concealed emotion.’
В. Ekman, incidentally, professes to be ‘a terrible liar’ and observes that although some people
are plainly more accomplished liars than others, he cannot teach anyone how to lie. ‘The ability to
detect a lie and the ability to lie successfully are completely unrelated,’ he says. But how can what he
has learned help crime-solving?
C. But how reliable are Ekman’s methods? ‘Microexpressions,’ he says, ‘are only part of a whole set
of possible deception indicators. There are also what we call subtle expressions. A very slight
tightening of the lips, for example, is the most reliable sign of anger. You need to study a person’s
whole demeanour: gesture, voice, posture, gaze and also, of course, the words themselves.’
D. You also know, of course, that psychiatric patients routinely make such claims and that
some, if they are granted temporary leave, will cause harm to themselves or others. But this particular
patient swears they are telling the truth. They look, and sound, sincere. So here’s the question; is there
any way you can be sure they are telling the truth?
E. Generally, though, the lies that interest Ekman are those in which ‘the threat of loss or punishment
to the liar is severe: loss of job, loss of reputation, loss of spouse, loss of freedom’.
Also those where the target would feel properly aggrieved if they knew.
F. ‘Suppose,’ Ekman posits, ‘my wife has been found murdered in our hotel. How would I react when
the police questioned me? My demeanour might well be consistent with a concealed emotion. That
could be because I was guilty or because I was extremely angry at being a suspect, yet frightened of
showing anger because I knew it might make the police think I was guilty.’
G. The facial muscles triggered by those seven basic emotions are, he has shown, essentially the same,
regardless of language and culture, from the US to Japan, Brazil to Papua New Guinea. What is more,
expressions of emotion are involuntary; they are almost impossible to suppress or conceal. We can try,
of course.
Write your answers here:
81. 82. 83. 84. 85.

Part 5: Read the passage carefully then fill in the blank ONE suitable word. Write your answer in the number
box
Earthquakes induced by human activity (86) ______ been documented at many locations in the United
States and in many other (87) ______ around the world. Earthquakes can be induced by a wide (88)
______ of causes including impoundment of reservoirs, surface and underground mining, withdrawal
of fluids and gas (89) ______ the subsurface, and injection of fluids into underground

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potentially damaging manmade earthquakes have occurred in the past.

The hazard posed by manmade earthquakes (91) ______ be mitigated by minimizing or in some cases
stopping the activity that is causing the earthquakes (92) ______ occur. For example, earthquakes
linked to wastewater disposal in deep wells in Colorado, Ohio and Arkansas stopped occurring after
injection (93) ______ halted.

We cannot (94) ______ natural earthquakes from occurring but we can significantly mitigate their
effects by identifying hazards, building safer structures, and providing education (95) ______
earthquake safety. By preparing for natural earthquakes, we can also reduce the risk from human
induced earthquakes.
Write your answers here
86. 87. 88. 89. 90.
91. 92. 93. 94. 95.

SECTION D. WRITING (50 points)

Part 1: The graph below shows unemployment rates in each country of the United Kingdom in 2022 and
2023. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons
where relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

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These days, more and more people are turning to cosmetic surgery to enhance their
outward appearance. Some people think this trend will have positive influence while others
believe that it may result in the loss of true beauty's value, thereby worth being forbidden.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own
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 UBND TỈNH HẬU GIANG KỲ THI CHỌN HỌC SINH GIỎI CẤP TỈNH
SỞ GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO CÁC MÔN VĂN HÓA THPT NĂM HỌC 2023 - 2024
KHOÁ NGÀY 10/4/2024
HƯỚNG DẪN MÔN THI: TIẾNG ANH
CHẤM
Đề thi chính thức
(gồm 03 trang)

A. HƯỚNG DẪN CHUNG

1. Giám khảo chấm đúng theo hướng dẫn của Sở Giáo dục và Đào tạo.
2. Nếu thí sinh có cách trả lời khác đáp án nhưng đúng thì giám khảo vẫn chấm điểm
theo biểu điểm của Hướng dẫn chấm thi.
3. Giám khảo không quy tròn điểm thành phần của từng câu, điểm của bài thi.
B. BẢNG PHÂN BỐ ĐIỀM
STT Phần thi Số câu hỏi Điểm
1 Listening 20 3,0
2 Lexico-grammar 35 5,0
3 Reading 40 5,0
4 Writing 02 5,0
5 Speaking 01 2,0
Điểm toàn bài 20,0

C. ĐÁP ÁN VÀ BIỂU ĐIỂM

SECTION A. LISTENING: (3,0 điểm)
Part 1. 1,0 điểm (0,1 điểm cho 1 câu trả lời đúng)
1. Hardie 2. 19 White 3. GT82LC 4. hairdresser 5. dentist/dentist’s
6. footpaths 7. trains 8. safe 9. shower 10. training
Part 2. 1,0 điểm (0,2 điểm cho 1 câu trả lời đúng)
11. T 12. T 13. T 14. F 15. F
Part 3. 1,0 điểm (0,2 điểm cho 1 câu trả lời đúng)
16. A 17. A 18. C 19. B 20. A

SECTION B. LEXICO - GRAMMAR: (5,0 điểm)

Part 1. 2,0 điểm (0,1 điểm cho 1 câu trả lời đúng)
21. B 22. C 23. A 24. A 25. C
26. B 27. B 28. C 29. D 30. C
31. C 32. B 33. D 34. C 35. B
36. D 37. D 38. B 39. C 40. A
Part 2. 1,0 điểm (0,2 điểm cho 1 câu trả lời đúng)
Mistake Correction Mistake Correction
41 help helping 44 rises raises
42 service services 45 robotic robotics
43 They It

Part 3. 1,0 điểm (0,2 điểm cho 1 câu trả lời đúng)
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46. extraordinarily 47. completely 48. younger 49. initiated 50. cellular
Part 4. 1,0 điểm (0,2 điểm cho 1 câu trả lời đúng)
51. B 52. G 53. E 54. D 55. H

SECTION C. READING: (5,0 điểm)

Part 1. 1,0 điểm (0,1 điểm cho 1 câu trả lời đúng)
56. B 57. A 58. A 59. C 60. D
61. D 62. C 63. D 64. A 65. C
Part 2. 1,0 điểm (0,1 điểm cho 1 câu trả lời đúng)
66. A 67. D 68. A 69. A 70. D
71. A 72. D 73. A 74. D 75. C
Part 3. 1,0 điểm (0,2 điểm cho 1 câu trả lời đúng)
76. E 77. B 78. F 79. C 80. A
Part 4. 1,0 điểm (0,2 điểm cho 1 câu trả lời đúng)
81. D 82. A 83. G 84. B 85. F
Part 5. 1,0 điểm (0,1 điểm cho 1 câu trả lời đúng)
86. have 87. countries/ 88. range 89. from 90. and
nations
91. can/may 92. to 93. was/ had 94. prevent/ stop 95. on/ about
been

SECTION D. WRITING (5,0 điểm)

Part 1. (2,0 điểm)
Contents (1,25 điểm)
The report should:
• Introduce the table and state its striking features,
• summarise the main features with relevant data from the table,
• make relevant comparisons.
Language use (0,75 điểm)
The report should:
• demonstrate a wide variety of vocabulary and grammatical structures,
• have correct use of words and mechanics,
• maintain coherence, cohesion, and unity throughout.
Part 2. (3,0 điểm)
Task achievement (1,0 điểm)
The essay should:
• sufficiently address all requirements of the task,
• develop relevant supporting ideas with explanations, examples, evidence, etc.
Organization (1,0 điểm)
The essay should have:
• an introduction presenting a clear thesis statement introducing the points to be
developed,
• body paragraphs developing the points mentioned in the introduction,
• a conclusion summarising the main points discussed in the essay.
Language use (1,0 điểm)
The essay should:
• demonstrate a wide variety of vocabulary and grammatical structures,

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 • have correct use of words and mechanics,
• maintain coherence, cohesion, and unity throughout.

 HƯỚNG DẪN CHẤM THI NÓI (2,0 điểm)

A. Tiêu chí đánh giá
1. Độ lưu loát, mạch lạc, chặt chẽ (0,4 điểm)
• Trình bày lưu loát.
• Bố cục mạch lạc, chặt chẽ (Có mở đầu, phát triển ý và kết luận).
2. Nội dung (0,6 điểm)
• Các ý tưởng liên quan đến chủ đề được chuyển tải đầy đù, hiệu quả.
• Ý tưởng phong phú, sáng tạo.
3. Độ chính xác (0,6 điểm)
• Phát âm chỉnh xác, rõ ràng, ngữ điệu phù hợp.
• Sử dụng từ ngữ và cấu trúc ngữ pháp chính xác, phù hợp với chủ đề.
4. Phong cách trình bày/diễn đạt (0,4 điểm)
• Trình bày tự nhiên, tự tin.
• Biết sừ dụng kỹ năng diễn thuyểt.
B. Tổng số điểm Nói: 2,0 điểm

Markers should discuss the suggested answers and the marking scale thoroughly before
marking the papers.
Thank you for your cooperation.

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