KHẢO SÁT CHỌN HỌC SINH GIỎI NĂM HỌC 2022 - 2023 ĐỀ THI MÔN TIẾNG ANH LỚP 12 - THPT CHUYÊN NGUYỄN BỈNH KHIÊM, QUẢNG NAM Mã A701046

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NĂM HỌC 2022 - 2023 ĐỀ THI MÔN: TIẾNG ANH LỚP 12 Thời gian 180 phút (không kể thời gian giao đề)

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Điểm Giám khảo 1 Số phách

Bằng số Bằng chữ

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I. LISTENING (50 points) Part 1. For questions 1-5, listen to a milestone in the field of nuclear-fusion energy and decide whether these statements are True (T), False (F), or Not Given (NG). Write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes provided.

1. After years of little progress, obtaining a burning plasma state in the lab is a major stride towards turning fusion energy into a sustainable energy source. 2. The self-heating process was the secret behind the success of the experiment, which spit out such a large amount of power. 3. Ignition refers to the point at which the fuel is self-heating more rapidly than it is cooling. 4. Nuclear fission is a more efficient source of energy than burning fossil fuels. 5. This is the first time the optimal conditions for the fusion reactions to occur are thoroughly understood.

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Part 2. For questions 6-10, listen to a report on a popular series and answer the questions. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS or NUMBERS taken from the recording for each answer in the corresponding numbered boxes provided.

6. On what reviewing platform does Squid Game earn a perfect critics' score of 100 per cent? ……………………………………………………………………

7. How can the series, to a lesser extent, be characterized as being?

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8. What have Korean cultural exports achieved in the US? ……………………………………………………………………

9. What facilitated the storytelling of the series, which was both unique and captivating? ……………………………………………………………………

10. Besides being a source of extreme gruesomeness, what function does the series serve? ……………………………………………………………………

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Part 3: You will hear part of an interview in which two scientists called Jessica Conway and Paul Flower are talking about exploration and discovery. For questions 11 to 15, choose the answer (A, B, C or D) which fits best according to what you hear. 11. Regarding new species found around underwater craters, Jessica says that_______

A. they are being discovered less often these days. B. they are more abundant in certain locations. C. it is difficult to estimate possible numbers. D. there are problems classifying them. 12. When asked about geographical discoveries in general, Paul and Jessica agree that scientists need to ______

A. make regular reassessments of their work. B. compare their respective results. C. recognize their limitations. D. promote their findings. 13. What does Paul say about walking when no one has ever walked before?

A. It recharges his tired mind. B. It makes him feel he is unique. C. It gives him a sense of belonging. D. It helps him forget physical discomfort. 14. When asked about others visiting remote areas, Paul ______

A. supports the public’s right to experience them. B. expresses his concern of growing urbanization. C. suggests it would benefit local communities. D. criticizes the attitude of some tourists. 15. In Paul’s view, future generations will ______

A. only need to go online to experience the thrill of adventure. B. have to reduce travel for environment reasons. C. be less interested in the concept of exploration. D. still be attracted to isolated places.

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