ĐỀ CƯƠNG ÔN TẬP CUỐI HỌC KÌ II

Trường THPT Liên Chiểu, TP Đà Nẵng, 2024 - 2025
 

I. NỘI DUNG ÔN TẬP KIỂM TRA CUỐI HỌC KÌ II: Từ Unit 6 đến Unit 10 (Listening)

1. READING, LISTENING: Topics: Preserving our heritage, Education options for school-leavers, Becoming independent, Social Issues, The Ecosystem

2. LANGUAGE

Vocabulary: Topics: Preserving our heritage, Education options for school-leavers, Becoming independent, Social issues, The Ecosystem

* Grammar:

1. To infinitive clauses

2. Perfect Gerunds and perfect participle clauses

3. Cleft sentences

4. Linking words and phrases

5. Compound nouns

3. WRITING: Unit 6 -> Unit 10

II. BÀI TẬP ÁP DỤNG

A. LISTENING

Part 1. Listen and decide whether each statement is true (7) or false (F). You will hear the recording twice.

Question 1. Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex is famous for its mountains, rivers and archaeological relics. 

Question 2. Tourists may come to see Trang An's caves and pagodas.

Question 3. It has been proved that ancient people settled in this region about 10,000 - 12,000 years ago.

Question 4. Hoa Lu Ancient Citadel used to be the capital of Viet Nam from 968 to 1009.

Question 5. Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex deserves to be on the World Heritage List only because of its natural values.

Part 2. Listen and choose the best answer. You will hear the recording twice. 

Question 1. How is Dave's school life?

A. comfortable      B. busy     C. relaxing      D. Challenging

Question 2. What does the man want to do after he graduates?

A. He wants to become a teacher.

B. He hopes to go on to graduate school. 

C. He'd like to work at a hotel.

D. He plans to start his own business. 

Question 3. What is the woman majoring in?

A. history     B. French     C. computer science      D. business administration

Question 4. How does the woman pay for tuition fees?

A. She has a part-time job. 

B. She received a scholarship.

C. Her parents are paying for it.

D. he took out a student loan.

Question 5. Where does Dave work part-time?

A. at a bakery      B. in a library      C. at a restaurant     D. at a clothing store

B. LANGUAGE

B1. Choose the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following questions. 

1. Chau Van singing is now preserved as a traditional folk singing.

A. conserved    B. selected     C. prevented     D. enhanced

2. They have good decision-making so they are confident when they have many options.

A. chances      B. opportunities       C. alternatives    D. situations

3. Sarah is interested in learning about different cultures and languages, so she frequently travels to foreign countries. 

A. surprised at    B. enthusiastic about    C. excited about     D. keen on

4. Although peer pressure badly affects teenagers, it is not easy for them to stand up to peer pressure. 

A. to follow      B. to develop     C. to accept      D. to resist

5. Grand Canyon is a land of breathtaking natural beauty and wide regional diversity which is created by massive mountains, plain areas and deserts.

A. difference     B. similarity      C. stability       D. feature

B2. Choose the word OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following questions. 

1. The film is very successful in enriching visitors' experience of historical and cultural destinations of our nation. 

A. enhancing    B. improving    C. damaging    D. diversifying 

2. An order came down from on high that school uniforms were to be compulsory on every weekday.

A. tall people        B. unimportant people     

C. short people    D. people in senior positions

3. Making use of financial management apps is one step toward effective budgeting. 

A. Applying     B. Accepting     C. Ignoring       D. Taking advantage of

4. In some cases, it is better to tell a white lie so as not to hurt someone.

A. harmless untruth       B. near truth       C. harmful untruth    D. little truth

5. We always turn off all the electric appliances after working hours to conserve energy in the office.

A. save      B. overuse     C. have      D. produce

B4. Choose the correct arrangement of the sentences to make a meaningful conversation in each of the following questions. 

1. 

a. Alice: How about the park by the lake?

b. Ben: That sounds great! Where should we go?

c. Alice: Hey, do you want to go for a picnic this weekend? 

A. a-c-b     B. c-a-b    C. c-b-a      D. b-a-c

2. 

a. Marry: "Peter, what is the first step to becoming independent?"

b. Marry: "I agree, I also think that becoming independent means knowing how to manage your time. 

c. Peter: "I believe it starts with learning how to manage your own finances. What about you?" 

A. a-c-b     B. c-a-b     C. c-b-a        D. b-a-c

3. 

a. Tom: "Parents and schools should educate students about online safety. 

b. Tom: "Cyberbullying has become a serious problem among teenagers." 

c. Anna: "I agree. Social media makes it easier for people to bully others. 

A. a-c-b    B. c-a-b      C. c-b-a      D. b-c-a

4. 

a. Mary: "Thanks so much! I hope I do well."

b. Lisa: "Good luck on your exam tomorrow!" 

c. Lisa: "I'm sure you'll do great"

A. b-a-c      B. c-b-a        C. b-c-a       D. a-b-c

B5. Choose the correct answer to complete the following questions. 

1. The city is famous for its impressive ancient ________, which includes magnificent temples and palaces.

A. architecture      B. history     C. landmark      D. culture

2. Knowing how to use public transportation is essential to get _______ in the city.

A. on     B. into    C. around      D. off

3. After completing their vocational courses, students are offered four-month ______ to learn from skilled people in the trade.

A. institutions     B. apprenticeships     C. courses     D. breaks

4. At the education fair, we collected _______ from different situations about training programmes.

A. answers     B. questions     C. brochures      D. donations

5. My parents have always allowed me some _______

A. dependent     B. dependence     C. independent      D. independence

6. I gained my parents' trust, and they believe that I'm ________ when I'm out and about. 

A. interesting      B. self-motivated     C. challenging     D. responsible

7. ________ bullying includes using offensive language to embarrass or upset another person. 

A. Physical    b. Cyber    C. Mental     D. Verbal

8. Not many people are brave enough to _______ bullies.

A. stand up to     B. hang out     C. carry out    D. keep up with

9. The rare Javan rhino is the world's most ______ animal.

A. danger      B. endanger    C. endangered      D. dangerous

10. The government is encouraging local people to do ______ jobs to protect the forest. 

A. tropical    B. green     C. natural      D. physical

11. Son Doong Cave is the largest cave _________ in Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park.

A. to be discovered      B. discovering      C. discover      D. discovering

12. The travel agency offers a lot of destinations for tourists _______ from.

A. choose     B. choosing      C. to choose      D. to be choose

13. My mother remembered _______ this place.

A. having visited    B. having been visited     C. to visit       D. to be visited

14. _______ about the relationship between climate change and the spread of infectious diseases, everyone should be vaccinated. 

A. Having warned    B. Having been warned    C. To warn     D. Warn

15. It was _______ I saw some amazing caves.

A. in Ha Long Bay that     B. from Ha Long Bay which 

C. Ha Long Bay that        D. Ha Long Bay which

16. It was ________ taught me important life skills when I was at university.

A. Ms. Clara whom         B. Ms. Clara who      

C. from Ms. Clara that    D. by Ms. Clara whom

17. ________ the heavy police presence, there is an increase in crime in the city. 

A. Although      B. Despite      C. Because      D. Because of

18. Many people joined our campaign. _______, it was a huge success.

A. Moreover      B. However     C. By contrast       D. As a result

19. We have to ensure the ______ as there are more than 8 billion people living on the planet. 

A. coral reef    B. carbon footprint    C. life expectancy    D. food security

20. A(n) ________ is a protected area, which is aimed at conserving and nurturing species.

A. national park      B. natural resource       C. endangered animal       D. living thing

Choose the underlined part that needs correction.

His proposal was very interesting. Moreover, it was rejected because of lack of money.

2. It is my English book that I bought in the bookstore yesterday.

3. Don't base your decisive on emotion only but think carefully and make plans for your choice.

4. When you have any difficulties, identify the problem and come up as many solutions as possible.

C. READING

C1. Read the text and choose the best answers.

Teenagers should (1) _______ to become independent as it is a crucial part of their personal growth and development. Independence equips teenagers (2) ________ valuable life skills and prepares them for the challenges and responsibilities of adulthood. By becoming independent, teenagers learn to make their own decisions, take responsibility for their actions, and develop a sense of self-reliance. It allows them to explore their interests, pursue their goals, and shape their own identity. Independence also fosters resilience, problem-solving abilities, and critical thinking skills, (3) _______ are essential for navigating the complexities of life. (4) ______ becoming independent empowers teenagers to have a greater sense of agency, autonomy, and control over their own lives, enabling them to (5) _______ fulfilling and meaningful lives.

1. A. strive        B. pay        C. have      D. get

2. A. for      B. by       C. about       D. with

3. A. where      B. which      C. who      D. when

4. A. However         B. Therefore        C. Moreover      D. Otherwise

5. A. get      B. turn    C. lead       D. head

C2. Read the text and choose the best answers.

Preserving our heritage is a crucial task that involves safeguarding our cultural history and identity. It means protecting both the physical objects and the intangible aspects of our past that have been passed down to us. Things like historical sites, artifacts, traditions, and languages are all part of our heritage and deserve to be taken care of.

Nations should be in an attempt to preserve their heritage because heritage allows future generations to learn from and appreciate the accomplishments and struggles of those who came before us. It helps us understand where we come from and how our societies have developed over time. When we preserve our heritage, we also feel a strong sense of belonging, as it connects us to our shared history and cultural practices. In addition, preserving heritage promotes cultural diversity and encourages communication between different cultures. It helps us appreciate the uniqueness of each culture and promotes respect and understanding among people. By celebrating and protecting our diverse heritage, we create opportunities for cultural exchange, which brings people together and helps build a more harmonious and inclusive society.

Preserving heritage is not just a responsibility; it is an investment in our collective memory, identity, and the future well-being of generations to come. So let's cherish and protect our heritage, ensuring that it continues to enrich and inspire us for years to come.

(Adapted from Heritage Daily)

1. Which of the following can be the best title for the passage? 

A. The Importance of Preserving Cultural Heritage

B. Safeguarding Our Heritage for Future Generations

C. Promoting Cultural Diversity through Heritage Preservation

D. The Significance of Heritage in Building Inclusive Societies

2. According to paragraph 1, preserving heritage means ________

A. protecting the environment around us so that it will be sustainable

B. carefully protecting historical sites and tourist attractions

C. protecting both tangible and intangible aspects of our inherited past

D. protecting the traditional values passed down from previous generations 

3. The word it in paragraph 2 refers to ______

A. future generation      B. heritage       

C. nation                       D. accomplishments and struggles

4. The word uniqueness in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to _______

A. differentiation     B. similarity      C. resemblance       D. distinctiveness

5. Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?

A. Preserving heritage helps us understand our roots and societal development.

B. Heritage preservation fosters a strong sense of belonging,

C. Protecting physical objects is more important than intangible aspects of heritage.

D. Preserving heritage promotes cultural diversity and intercultural understanding.

D. WRITING

Combine or rewrite the sentences, as directed.

D1. Combine 2 sentences using to-inf

Southeast Asia. 1. Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex was recognised as a mixed World Heritage Site. It is the only mixed heritage site in Southeast Asia.

→ Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex _______________________

2. My brother joined our family trip to Hue. He was the youngest person who did so.

→ My brother ________________________

3. My family went on a trip to Ha Long Bay two weeks ago. We wanted to enjoy the stunning limestone caves there.

→ My family ________________________

4. She went to Hoi An Night Market during her trip. She wanted to buy some souvenirs for her friends there.

→ She ________________________

5. Phong went to the cultural festival very late. He was the last person in my class who did so.

→ Phong ________________________

D2. Rewrite these sentences, using perfect gerunds or perfect participle clauses.

1. My mother didn't go to university. She regretted it.

→ My mother ________________________

2. Anna won the first prize in the singing competition. She is very proud of this.

→ Anna ________________________

3. My father wrote his first travel book after he had returned from Japan.

→ Having ________________________

4. Peter achieved excellent grades at school, so he improved his chances of getting into a top university.

→ Having ________________________

5. Henry worked as a mechanic's apprenticeship and learnt useful job skills.

→ Having ________________________

D3. Rewrite these sentences, using cleft sentences.

1. Riding a bicycle offers so many benefits.

It ________________________

2. Money management helps children to learn how to invest later.

→ It ________________________

3. Teenagers can have interactive skills with others by being good listeners.

→ It ________________________

4. Nam learned good manners from his parents at an early age.

→ It ________________________

5. My parents encouraged me to go to college.

It ________________________

D4. Combine 2 sentences using linking words and phrases.

1. The traffic was heavy. We arrived on time. (Although)

→ Aithough ________________________

2. He didn't study hard. He failed the final exam. (Because of)

→ Because of ________________________

3. Susan is an excellent student. She is also a great musician. (In addition to)

→ In addition to ________________________

4. I was late. I missed the first part of the movie. (Because)

→ Because ________________________

5. They had little money. They managed to enjoy their vacation. (Despite).

→ Despite ________________________

D5. Rearrange the words to make a complete sentence.

1. likely/ bullying/ or/ be/ students/ Girls/ were/ victims/ more/ to/ younger/ of/./

→ ________________________

2. He/ inspiration /music/ traditional / drew/ Vietnamese/ his/ from/ music.

→ ________________________

3. them / challenges / preparing / Independence / and responsibilities/ equips / teenagers / with life skills, / for adulthood's /./

________________________

4. about / you / most/ learn/ can/ that/ My Son Sanctuary/ thing/ in/ interesting/ is/ Champa culture / The / do/ to /./

________________________

E. SPEAKING

Part 1: Part 1: Topic for speaking

Topic 1: Which of the two options (university and vocational school) will be appropriate for you after leaving school? Why?

Topic 2: What skills do you think teenagers need to become independent? Why? 

Part 2: Follow-up questions

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