SỞ GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO NGHỆ AN ĐỀ KIỂM TRA GIỮA KỲ I NĂM HỌC 2023 – 2024

TRƯỜNG THPT NGHI LỘC 2 Môn: Tiếng Anh - Lớp 11

Thời gian làm bài: 60 phút, không tính thời gian phát đề

I. PHẦN TRẮC NGHIỆM – MULTIPLE CHOICES

LISTENING.
Listen to a man talking about Sheila’s daily routine. Listen and decide the statement is True (T) or
false (F).

Statements True/ False

1. Sheila is a student. A. T B. F
2. Sheila has vegetables and meat for lunch. A. T B. F
3. Sheila does not like juice, but she likes mineral water. A. T B. F
4. Sheila plays tennis in the afternoon. A. T B. F
5. Sheila usually goes to bed after 11 p.m. A. T B. F

Listen to the conservation between the woman (Kate) and her co-worker (Bella) about health and
fitness. Fill the missing information in the spaces. You will hear the recording twice.
Question 6. People nowadays watch TV or work with a computer all the time. They don't get enough
__________.

A. exercise B. entertainment C. relaxation

Question 7. According to Kate, __________ is the reason some people are unfit and unhealthy. They eat
more so they are getting bigger and heavier.
A. balanced diets B. sugary food C. fast food
Question 8. Why do people have stress in everyday life?
A. because they get up early in the next morning.
B. because they like watching films.
C. because they go to bed late.
Question 9. What do Kate and Bella think about people today?
A. They are easy to have headache and stomachache for long days more often.
B. They are not tired to do anything.
C. They are easy to get sick.
Question 10. What do they think are the reasons for cancer today?
A. unbalanced diets B. different basic health C. food and environment

LANGUAGE
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 (0,5 point).
Question 11. A. extended B. virus C. bacteria D. disease
Question 12. A. conflict B. nuclear C. vaccine D. reduce
Choose the letter A, B, C or D sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions
(1,5 point).
Question 13. Life expectancy ___________ greatly over the past 200 years.
A. will increase B. increases C. increased D. has increased
Question 14. You should cut___________ on the amount or unhealthy fat you take in daily.
A. on B. away C. down on D. on down
Question 15. One advantage of living in a/an_______is to strengthen relationship between young
children and adults.
A. nuclear family B. nuclear house C. extended family D. extended house
Question 16. Doctor: “ Let me help you with opening the door.”
Patient: “ _____________________.”
A. Thanks for your help. B. Never mind C. Goodbye D. Well-done
Question 17. Life _______ is believed to be much longer in the near future.
A. expecting B. expectancy C. expectation D. expectable
Question 18.
1. Trainer: “Can I help you with the treadmill?”
You: “______________________.”
A. Please B. I’m fine. C. OK D. Thank, but I think I’m fine.

READING
Read the passage and choose the correct option A, B, C, or D that best fits each of the numbered
blanks (1,25 point).
What causes the generation gap?
“Generation gap” is a popular term used to describe the (19)________ between generations. The young
and the old do not understand each other well because of their different experiences, opinions, habitats
and (20)________. That is why parents often try to prevent their children from doing things that they
believe would harm them. On the other hand, children do their best to prove that they are (21)________
and can take control of their own lives. Neither parents nor children are wrong. They are both right in
their own way. Parents, (22)_________ are blinded by their love for their children, would rather have
their own experiences replace the experiences of their kids. In contrast, their children are completely sure
that their (23)________are right and are based on current situations that their parents may not aware of.
Question 19. A. view B. value C. difference D. issue
Question 20. A. behaviour B. disagreements C. traditions D. way of thinking
Question 21. A. responsibly B. responsible C. irresponsibly D. responsibility
Question 22. A. that B. whose C. who D. whom
Question 23. A. opinions B. roles C. ideas D. decisions

Read the passage and choose the correct answer A,B,C or D to each of the questions (1.25pt)
A healthy lifestyle plays an important role in our daily lives. Actually, a healthy lifestyle includes
a balanced diet, regular exercise and stable relationships.
Firstly, you should eat three meals a day: breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Remember not to skip
breakfast because it can help you get through the day. You should also drink a lot of water because it
helps your body filter blood well and keep your skin healthy. You should also learn to love fruits and
vegetables. Those food groups contain necessary vitamins. They are good for your digestion. Secondly,
spend at least thirty minutes a day on physical activities. Regular exercise not only improves your health
but also prevents some diseases. Besides, it can make you look younger and slimmer. It also helps you
reduce stress. Try to exercise every day and never skip exercising for two days in a row. Thirdly, you
should maintain good relationships with people around you: your friends, parents, or neighbors. Thanks to
the relationships you hold, you won’t feel lonely or stressed.
In conclusion, keeping fit and staying healthy is an everyday task, starting from the moment we
get up to the time we go to bed. Eating sensibly, exercising, and having good relationships will offer you
a high-quality life.

Question 24. The passage mainly discusses _______.

A. A healthy lifestyle: how to keep fit. B. Eating balanced meals
C. Taking regular exercise D. A good relationship
Question 25. According to the passage, all of the following are one of the features of a healthy lifestyle
EXCEPT _______.
A. regular exercise B. fresh mind C. stable relationships D. balanced diet
Question 26. According to the second paragraph, which is the most important meal?
A. breakfast B. snack C. lunch D. dinner
Question 27. The word "they" in the the second paragraph refers to _______.
A. fruits and vegetables B. vitamins C. activities D. diseases
Question 28. In paragraph 1, the word “skip” is closest in meaning to_____.
A. continue B. stop C. develop D. repeat

II. PHẦN TỰ LUẬN – WRITING

Write down the word whose underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions
(0.5pt)
Question 29. Quynh was taken to hospital after a car accident. Did you visit her yet? ………….

Question 30. Last weekend, my parents have picked wild mushrooms in the forest. ………….

Complete the sentences below with the correct form of the given word (0,5pt)
Question 31. Bacteria are _________ (LIVE) things. They can live in many places such as soil, water,
and the human body.
Question 32: If you live in an _________ family, you‘ll have great joy and get support of other members.
(EXTEND)

Rewrite the following sentences, beginning as shown, without changing their meaning (1,0 pt).
Question 33. Let’s go to the market to buy some fresh vegetables.
=> Why don’t_______________________________________________________?
Question 34. It is important that parents be good role models for their children. (must)
=> Parents _____________________________________ their children.
Question 35. Parents are not allowed to leave their young children alone at home. (must not)
=> Parents _______________________________________ at home.
Question 36. They started studying English when they were in grade 3.
=>They have___________________________________________________

Choose one of the following situations to write a short message.(1,0 pt)

Situation 1. Your friend couldn’t go to your birthday party. She/he sent you a birthday present. Write a
message (30-45 words) to him/her to:
- express your thank
- tell her that you like it so much
- ask when you can meet him/ her.
- invite him/her to do something and tell the time.
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Situation 2. You can’t go to your best friend’s birthday party. Write a text (30-45 words) to her:
- to say sorry
- explain the reason.
- invite him/her to do something and tell the time.
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