Bộ 5 đề thi giữa kì 1 Tiếng Anh 12 Friends Global có đáp án (đề 3)

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from that of the other three in pronunciation.

She’s keeping very calm—anyone else would be ____________ in this situation.

Read the following notice / list and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the blanks.

Attention All Students!

We’re excited to announce the launch of our Review Writing Challenge! Whether you’re a movie buff or (10) ________ bookworm, we invite you to submit a review of your favorite film or book. Share your insights and opinions, and let your voice be heard. Your review might just be featured in our school newsletter!

Guidelines:

Keep it under 250 words.

(11) ________ by next Friday.

Prizes:

Best reviews will win a gift card!

Start watching or reading, and let the reviews roll (12) ________!

Keep it under 250 words.

(11) ________ by next Friday.

Start watching or reading, and let the reviews roll (12) ________!

TOP 5 THINGS THAT WORRY US

• Money Problems: Feeling down in the dumps about rising prices, job risks, and shaky stock markets.

• Health Care: Struggling (13) ________ and afford good health services can really get on your nerves.

• Crime: Increases in crime can make you be on (14) ________ about safety.

• Climate Change: Worrying more about global warming and natural disasters (15) ________ before.

• Technology: Concerns about data leaks make you think about your privacy.

Increases in crime can make you be on (14) ________ about safety.

a. Secondly, these forums can provide diverse perspectives and solutions that one might not have considered alone.

b. Importantly, many forums are moderated to ensure that advice is appropriate and constructive.

c. A teenager should consider seeking advice on an internet forum for several reasons.

d. Moreover, the anonymity of the internet allows for open and honest discussions without the fear of judgment from familiar faces.

e. However, it’s crucial to approach advice with caution and verify information with reliable sources or trusted adults.

f. Firstly, it offers a platform to connect with peers who may have faced similar issues, providing a sense of community and understanding.

Mark the letter A, B, or D to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the blanks.

The concept of time zones was invented to solve a pressing issue (18) ________ in the 19th century. (19) ________, each city operated on its own local time, usually set according to the position of the sun. This was practical for local scheduling but created chaos for scheduling trains (20) ________.

The man credited with the invention of time zones is Sir Sandford Fleming. A Canadian engineer, Fleming proposed a worldwide system of time zones in 1879 after missing a train in Ireland because its printed schedule listed a PM time as an AM. His proposal divided the world into twenty-four hour-long segments, (21) ________.

Initially, Fleming’s idea was met with resistance. (22) ________ as rail and telegraph networks expanded. The International Meridian Conference, held in Washington D.C. in 1884, adopted his system. As a result, the world's major countries agreed to use a single meridian, running through the Royal Observatory in Greenwich, England, (23) ________. 

Today, time zones are an essential part of our global society, facilitating everything from travel to international business. Fleming’s contribution remains a prime example of practical problem-solving which leads to a revolutionary change in how the world operates.

His proposal divided the world into twenty-four hour-long segments, (21) ________.

As a result, the world's major countries agreed to use a single meridian, running through the Royal Observatory in Greenwich, England, (23) ________.

Which of the following could be the best title for the passage?

 

The phrase break the ice is the opposite in meaning to _________.

Which of the following is NOT stated in the passage? 

 

The word they in paragraph 2 refers to ________. 

 

What should you do before moving on to the next person in a networking event? 

Why does the speaker think younger people struggle with planning?