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Một hướng dẫn cho thí sinh (bằng tiếng Anh) đã có trong bài nghe.

I. LISTENING (2.0 points)

Part 1. You will hear Anna talking to her friend Tom about a sports magazine. For each question, choose the correct answer. You will hear the conversation twice. (1.0 point)

1. How often can readers buy the magazine?

2. What are there many articles about?

3. What was given as a prize in the last competition?

4. Where can people buy the magazine?

5. How much does the magazine cost?

Part 2. Listen to a girl talking about how she and her family are travelling the world. For questions from 6 to 10, fill in the missing information in the numbered space with ONE WORD or A NUMBER. (1.0 point)

• Sarah is home-schooled but travels a lot.
• She started travelling abroad at the age of (6) ______.
• She travelled around Australia and then visited the south of the USA.
• She has visited many places which are (7) ______.
• She likes to read (8) ______ about places she has visited and writing about her experiences.
• She has had the opportunity to go walking and (9) ______ in beautiful places.
• The most important part for Sarah is making (10) ______.

II. PHONETICS (0.8 point)

Part 1. Choose the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions. (0.4 point)

11. A. pavement

    B. dessert

    C. rubbish

    D. pizza

12. A. introduce

    B. entertain

    C. influence

    D. recommend

Part 2. Choose the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions. (0.4 point)

13. A. garbage

    B. artist

    C. park

    D. marry

14. A. sure

    B. sun

    C. sing

    D. swim

III. LEXICO-GRAMMAR (2.8 points)

Part 1. Choose the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the option that best completes each of the following questions from 15 to 20. (1.2 points)

15. ______ that he joined Football Club Barcelona’s senior team when he was a teenager.

16. He still stayed confident ______ all the uncertainty about his future career.

17. By the time we got to the theatre, the play ______.

18. We should try to ______ plastic waste in order to protect the environment.

19. The city is famous for its ______ nightlife, with many clubs and restaurants open until dawn.

20. The children have inherited a ______ tradition of music and dance from their ancestors.

Part 2. Read the paragraph below. For questions from 21 to 25, find five mistakes in the paragraph and correct them. (1.0 point)

Living in Thailand has change a lot over the years. In the past, it was difficult to build houses and roads because there were no machines. Many jobs and construction projects were done by hand, which took a lot of time and effort. Because life was hard then, people found ways to solve problems and make the best of their situation. Today, with new technology and machines, building and working are much easier. It is modern tools that helps people finish their work faster and better. This has improved the way people live and work. But in some places, traditional life remains. These areas are less affected on modern change, and people keep their old customs and traditions. Keeping these traditions and customs are important due to the protection of the culture. Therefore, people in Thailand celebrate the festivals to preserve its unique way of life.

Example: Line 0: change → changed

• Line ______ → ______
• Line ______ → ______
• Line ______ → ______
• Line ______ → ______
• Line ______ → ______

Part 3. For questions from 26 to 28, give the correct form of the words in brackets to complete the numbered blanks. (0.6 point)

I have learned many things over the past few years while reading about and doing some gardening. So, here is my top advice about gardening. First, you do not need to spend a lot of money to have a beautiful garden. There are not many garden (26. DECORATE) ______ and pathways. Some of the most stunning gardens I have seen are rows of plants. They are beautiful plants loaded with fruits and vegetables. We can also find many useful things for free, from pieces of old wood to discarded pots, and even (27. WANT) ______ containers. Moreover, a thriving garden does not require expensive tools; often, simple, repurposed materials work just as (28. GOOD) ______.

IV. READING (2.0 points)

Part 1. Read the passage below and choose the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions from 29 to 33. (1.0 point)

Are modern children really less patient?

Interestingly, among that first group of children, the ones who did well in the test ended up doing better in adult life than those who did badly.

A. How many times have you heard older people complaining that today’s kids need to be entertained all the time and move constantly from one activity to another? They say that technology has changed today’s children – they now demand everything immediately and won’t work to earn rewards.

B. An American psychologist, John Protzko, decided it was time to test these opinions. His idea was to repeat a test that was first used in the 1960s and then compare the results of those children’s performance with that of children today. The Marshmallow Test was part of an experiment to see if children could control their own behavior. Interestingly, among that first group of children, the ones who did well in the test, showing good self-control, ended up doing better in adult life than those who did badly. The test is still used today to shed light on child development.

C. Before comparing the results of children taking the test in the 1960s and 2010s, Protzko asked 260 child experts what they predicted the result would learn from the exercise. Interestingly, only sixteen percent of them said that they thought children would get better at the test over time. The rest said that they believed the test would show children’s self-control has decreased.

D. In fact, Protzko found performance has improved over the last fifty years, which is the opposite of popular opinion. Children’s ability to wait for rewards has actually increased over time. Perhaps this shouldn’t be so surprising. Research into other areas, too. Exam results for teenagers have continuously improved, and teenagers put themselves in fewer dangerous situations than their parents’ generation did. This is a sign that they’re becoming more responsible.

E. However, not all experts are convinced by Protzko’s results. Some have questioned whether these results really show that today’s children have greater self-control and have suggested other explanations. For example, some experts said that they thought children’s attitudes toward sweets may be different now than in the past, particularly as sweets are available everywhere. Most parents today frequently tell their children that sugar is bad for them, which may also influence children’s attitudes toward eating sweets. It’s an interesting argument, but still, all the signs suggest young people are, it seems, becoming more patient.

29. According to the passage, which of the following is NOT mentioned?

30. What does the phrase “shed light on” (paragraph B) most likely mean?

31. What is the main idea of paragraph D?

32. What does the word “they” (paragraph E) refer to?

33. What was the writer’s purpose in writing this article?

Part 2. Read the following article. Five sentences have been removed from the article. Choose from sentences A–E the one which best fits each gap (34–38). There is one extra sentence which you do not need to use. Write your answers on the answer sheet. (1.0 point)

TikTok’s Short Video Platform

Short videos on TikTok have become very popular, especially among young people. Many teenagers and young adults like watching these quick clips because they are fun, easy to understand, and can be watched quickly. (34) ______ People enjoy the fast pace and entertaining content, and it feels good to see new videos all the time.

But there is a problem with watching so many short videos. When you watch TikTok, your brain gets small bursts of a chemical called dopamine. (35) ______ When you see something funny or interesting, your brain releases dopamine, and you feel good. The more you watch, the more your brain wants to get these quick dopamine hits. Over time, your brain can start to crave for more and more short videos. It begins to prefer these quick hits of happiness instead of focusing on longer tasks, like reading a book, studying for school, or having a real conversation that takes more time and patience.

Because of this, some people find it hard to concentrate. It is hard to resist excitement and may not deal easily with activities that are slow or require effort. (36) ______ It can also affect your ability to build patience, as your brain gets used to instant rewards and doesn’t want to wait.

Scientists and researchers have noticed these effects. (37) ______ While TikTok can be fun and entertaining, it’s a good idea to take regular breaks and set limits on how much time you spend watching videos. Doing other activities like reading, playing outside, or talking with friends can help your brain stay healthy and focused.

By making small changes, like turning off notifications or scheduling specific times for TikTok, users can still enjoy the app without taking over their attention. (38) ______

Missing sentences:

• A. This can make it difficult to focus on schoolwork
• B. TikTok faces ongoing debates about data security and content regulation
• C. These short videos are easy for children to watch for hours without getting bored
• D. It is what makes us feel happy and excited
• E. They stress the importance of balancing screen time with other activities
• F. Finding a healthy balance is important for your mental focus and overall well-being

V. WRITING (2.4 points)

Part 1. Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the best arrangement of utterances or sentences to make a meaningful exchange or text in each of the following questions from 39 to 41. (0.6 point)

39. a. Khoa: Me too! We should study together to get ready.

    b. Linh: Did you hear about the new exam format for this semester?

    c. Khoa: Yes, it’s going to be quite different from last year!

    d. Linh: I know! I’m nervous about how to prepare for it.

40. a. Next, try to use public transportation or ride a bike instead of driving your car to the workplace.

    b. First, remember to recycle paper, plastic, and glass to reduce waste and save natural resources.

    c. Finally, reduce your use of single-use plastics by bringing reusable bags and bottles wherever you go.

    d. Thanks to this, the air will be cleaner and there will be less traffic pollution in the city.

    e. To protect the environment, we need to follow simple but effective habits every day.

41. a. That’s why I’ve decided to take a traditional music class in the evenings to learn more about folk music.

    b. We meet up in a club that shares stories and history from different regions of our country.

    c. How are you? I’m writing to tell you about how I’ve become interested in cultural preservation.

    d. In fact, it’s a great way to connect with our roots and understand the meaning behind our folk songs.

    e. I think keeping traditions alive is meaningful, especially when many young people are forgetting them.

    f. Hope everything is going well. Write back soon!

    g. Best, Chloe

Part 2. Rewrite the sentences with the beginnings given in such a way that the second sentence has the same meaning as the first one. (0.4 point)

42. If I had more time, I would travel to many beautiful places in the world.
    → Were __________________________________________
43. They believe that students finished all their tasks well.
    → All students’ tasks __________________________________________

Part 3. Use the given words to rewrite the sentences in such a way that the second sentence has the same meaning as the first one. DO NOT CHANGE THE FORM OF GIVEN WORDS. (0.4 point)

44. Nam got a scholarship because he performed well at school. (GOOD)
    → __________________________________________
45. I don’t have a laptop, so I can’t do my school projects easily. (WISH)
    → __________________________________________

Part 4. In the future, people think that students will have the option to study online instead of going to traditional in-person classes. Would you like to have a virtual class like this? Why (not)?

Write a paragraph (about 120–150 words) to answer the question above. (1.0 point)

Your answer may include:

• What do you think?
• What are the benefits and/or challenges of studying online?
• Would this type of study suit your personality and lifestyle?

HẾT

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