Đề thi giữa kì 1 Tiếng Anh 12 năm 2025–2026 THPT Nguyễn Trãi (Đà Nẵng) có đáp án

PART 1: Listen to a talk about Walt Disney’s life. Decide whether the following statements are True (T) or False (F) on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.

You will hear the recording twice.

Walt Disney's first film company was very profitable.

Minh is helping his classmates with ____________ for Halloween.

Minh finds Halloween interesting because ____________.

Minh says Halloween is believed to have originated in ____________.

Mai thinks Halloween is ____________ in Viet Nam.

Mai believes that many people worry that our ____________ will be ruined by international festivals. Our ____________ haven't lost their appeal.

PART 1: Read the following passage and circle the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

Brazil is home to the largest population in Latin America, of more than 215 million people. Most of them live in the south-central area, (11) ________ includes the industrial cities of Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and Belo Horizonte. The pace of urbanisation has been rapid, with 75% of the population living in (12) ________ areas by 1991. While this growth has contributed to economic development, it has also led to serious (13) ________, environmental, and political challenges in major cities. Nevertheless, Brazil remains famous for its breathtaking natural beauty.

The Brazilian population is (14) ________ four main groups: the Portuguese, who colonised Brazil in the 16th century: Africans who (15) ________ brought to Brazil as slaves: various other European, Middle Eastern, and Asian immigrant groups who have settled in Brazil since the mid-19th century, and the indigenous people. Although the Portuguese were once the dominant European ethnic group in Brazil, waves of immigration have resulted in (16) ________ diverse ethnic and cultural heritage.

(Source: English 12 Textbook Global Success)

Most of them live in the south-central area, (11) ________ includes the industrial cities of Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and Belo Horizonte.

European ethnic group in Brazil, waves of immigration have resulted in (16) ________ diverse ethnic and cultural heritage.

 

Calculating your carbon footprint is necessary, ________ allows you to understand your effect on the environment.

To avoid culture shock, learn about the ________ and behaviour of local people in advance. 

Scientists have worked ________ some promising solutions to water pollution in big cities.

Vo Thi Sau ________ attacks against French colonial forces, becoming a symbol of resistance and courage in Vietnam's struggle for independence.

PART 1: Read the following passage and circle the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks (from 21 to 25).

Culture shock refers to feelings of (21) ___________or anxiety that people may have when experiencing a new and different culture. Culture shock can be caused by language barriers, unfamiliar lifestyles, different climate, or strange food. For example, visitors to the US find it hard to get used to the local tipping culture. (22) ___________, tipping in Japan can be considered rude and even insulting in many situations.

The best way to (23) __________ culture shock is to start learning about the new culture before moving there. You should try to focus on the positive aspects of your new experiences and keep an open mind. Learning about cultural diversity helps understand different ways of thinking about the world, (24) ___________ new knowledge and experiences, and promote personal growth.

Research says that almost two-thirds to three-quarters of the world drive on the right, while only one-third to a quarter of the world drive on the left including the UK and Australia. Or you may find out that things that you're used to are banned in (25) ____________ country. In Singapore, for example, the sale of chewing gum is illegal and Singaporeans take this law very seriously. So always remember that culture shock is not a bad experience, but the beginning of an exciting learning journey to cultural diversity.

Culture shock refers to feelings of (21) ___________or anxiety that people may have when experiencing a new and different culture.

PART 2:  Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions (from 26 to 30).

Amy Carter-James is small, blue-eyed and blonde, with a friendly smile. She doesn't look like she could change the lives of thousands of people but, remarkably, she has. It all started when Amy took a gap year in Africa after she finished university. 'I spent eight months volunteering in a very poor rural school in Kenya,' she says. 'That was the first time I saw poverty, I was so young and so easily inspired and I thought, “Why can't tourism do the same thing for community development?”

On her return to England, twenty-two-year-old Amy and her boyfriend Neal decided to drive across Mozambique, one of the poorest countries in Africa, but it wasn't exactly a holiday. Once there, the couple got off the beaten track and headed for Quirimbas National Park, where they found a tiny stretch of white sand close to a village called Guludo. Life in Guludo was hard: there was little clean water and not enough food. Healthcare was poor and people in the village had a life expectancy of thirty-eight years. Amy and Neal had no qualifications in tourism or healthcare but they had common sense, enthusiasm and determination. They talked to the villagers about their plan to create a small beach resort which would provide employment for people and lift families out of poverty.

The couple set to work on a beach lodge, building beach huts from local materials and employing people from the surrounding area. Once the lodge was complete, they set up a charitable foundation called NEMA, which received 5% of its revenue. This money was used to create clean water points, fund healthcare projects, build two primary schools and support conservation projects - it helped to enhance the lives of thousands of people.

But the highlight for many is getting to know people in the village, taking part in festivals and learning about NEMA's work. People like Amy and Neal believe that the tourist industry can do much good in the world and Guludo Lodge is leading the way, winning many awards for its responsible tourism. Back in the village, people are talking about NEMA. In the local dialect, it's a word with a special meaning. 'It's difficult to explain,' says Amy, 'but it means that kind of hope that accompanies the end of suffering.'

(Adapted from Insight)

According to paragraph 1, what is NOT indicated about Amy Carter-James?

The word “its” in paragraph 3 refers to ________.

Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?

Protecting the environment is up to everyone doing small things every day.

Air pollution levels have increased in many countries. This is also linked to biodiversity loss.

a. I look forward to hearing from you.

b. I want to help you welcome guests and visitors to the office and receive and sort donations.

c. Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to apply for a volunteer position at the head office.

d. If my application is successful, I can start on 15th January 2022.

e. Yours faithfully,

f. I heard the announcement about this position on radio last Sunday.

a. Although rivers look clean, they sometimes have chemicals that come from farms where farmers grow food.

b. Pollution is a big problem that affects many places where people live.

c. People who live near busy roads get more pollution because many cars drive past their homes all day.

d. When factories make things, they often release smoke that goes into the air which we breathe every day.

e. If we want to stay healthy, we should learn about the pollution in our area so that we can protect ourselves.

a. Do I have to take a university entrance exam?

b. In addition, what type of accommodation is available for international students?

c. Dear Kevin, I am writing to ask for some information and advice on higher education in your country.

d. First, what are the university entry requirements for international students in the UK?

e. What is the rent for each type of accommodation? Is it monthly or weekly paid?

f. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Best regards.

a. Moreover, the area is famous for its magnificent landscape of limestone mountain tops surrounded by valleys and steep rocks.

b. First, the most outstanding feature of Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex is its cultural value with a long-lasting history dating back almost 30,000 years.

c.The natural beauty of the place with its geological value is another outstanding feature.

d. Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex is famous for its cultural value, natural beauty and preservation of heritage.

e. Finally, Trang An Heritage is well-preserved and protected as the site is home to more than 800 species of flora and fauna.

a. Thirdly, and most importantly, it is said that people tend to remember only 10-20% of what they read or hear.

b. In this paragraph, I’m going to discuss a few reasons why practice is important to mastering skills.

c. Firstly, the only way to truly learn a skill is by actually doing what you’ll have to do in the real world.

d. In conclusion, following up explanation with practice is key to mastering a skill.

e. Secondly, I think practice can be a fun way of putting in the necessary hours.