Đề thi giữa kì 1 Tiếng anh 12 năm 2026 THPT Lý Tự Trọng – Đà Nẵng

PART 1: For questions from 1 to 5, listen to a talk about Walt Disney’s life. Decide whether the following statements are true or false. You will hear the talk twice.
Question 1. Many of the films created by Walt Disney’s company are popular with only children.
A. True
B. False
Đáp án: B

Question 2. Walt Disney moved to Hollywood because he wanted to start his career again.
A. False
B. True
Đáp án: B

Question 3. “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” won 26 Oscars.
A. True
B. False
Đáp án: B

Question 4. The first Disneyland theme park was created in 1965.
A. True
B. False
Đáp án: B

Question 5. “Beauty and the Beast” was made by The Walt Disney Studios after his death.
A. False
B. True
Đáp án: B

PART 2: For questions from 6 to 10, listen to a talk about urbanisation. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions. You will listen to the talk twice.
Question 6. What does the speaker say urbanisation can improve?
A. Crime rates
B. Access to better jobs
C. Old-fashioned practices
D. Housing costs
Đáp án: B

Question 7. How does urbanisation affect crime rates in big cities?
A. It decreases crime rates.
B. It has no effect on crime rates.
C. It increases crime rates.
D. It makes cities safer.
Đáp án: C

Question 8. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a benefit of urbanisation?
A. Access to schools
B. Access to hospitals
C. Preservation of old practices
D. Improved standard of living
Đáp án: C

Question 9. What does urbanisation lead to in terms of housing?
A. More affordable housing
B. Growth of slums
C. Decreased urban population
D. Improved sanitation
Đáp án: B

Question 10. How does urbanisation affect agricultural production?
A. Increasing production
B. Having no effect
C. Leading to labour shortages
D. Improving farming techniques
Đáp án: C

II. LANGUAGE: (2.5pts)

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions
Question 11.
A. society
B. identify
C. lifestyle
D. tradition
Đáp án: D

Question 12.
A. whole
B. product
C. diagnose
D. soldier
Đáp án: B

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word in the following question.
Question 13. Single-use products provide great convenience, but they also harm the environment.
A. Decomposed
B. Released
C. Reusable
D. Contaminated
Đáp án: C

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions
Question 14. They are waiting _______ the results of the Green Ideas competition to be announced.
A. about
B. to
C. of
D. for
Đáp án: D

Question 15. The cultural festival is one of the city’s biggest tourist _______ for visitors.
A. attractively
B. attractors
C. attractions
D. attractive
Đáp án: C

Question 16. We _______ a documentary about the last King of Vietnam at 8 p.m that night.
A. will watch
B. watched
C. are watching
D. were watching
Đáp án: D

Question 17. My best friend’s house is near the beach, _______ is great for relaxing and taking walks.
A. that
B. which
C. who
D. whom
Đáp án: B

Question 18. The UK is a _______ society where different ethnic groups are required to contribute to the country, but can maintain their national identity.
A. historical
B. musical
C. popular
D. multicultural
Đáp án: D

Question 19. After a hard-working day, I went to _______ bed and had _______ most beautiful dream ever.
A. Ø – the
B. a – the
C. a – a
D. the – the
Đáp án: A

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word in the following question.
Question 20. Taking part in exchange programmes teaches students to respect the diversity of other cultures.
A. similarity
B. agreement
C. limitation
D. variety
Đáp án: D

III. READING (2.5 pts.)

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 21 to 25.

Acquiring critical skills is essential for teenagers seeking independence. One fundamental aspect is learning safe travel methods, such as using public transport, walking, or cycling. Independence is further (21)_______ by developing strong interpersonal and communication skills, gaining real-world experience through part-time work, and acquiring knowledge in financial management. Problem-solving, which is identifying problemsand selecting potential solutions, is (22)_______ essential component.

Efficient time management is one of the vital skills and can be enhanced by using to-do lists, time management tools, (23)_______ allocating specific time slots for activities. A focus on finishing one activity at a time is necessary for success. Achieving independence requires finding a balance between work, and leisure, and ensuring sufficient sleep, (24)_______ is crucial for brain development and the overall well-being of teenagers.

In conclusion, independence depends on developing practical skills, refining decision-making abilities, and mastering efficient time management. (25)_______ facing apparent challenges, it is effectively acquired and applied in life.
Question 21.
A. achieved
B. supported
C. help
D. enhanced
Đáp án: D

Question 22.
A. other
B. another
C. the other
D. others
Đáp án: B

Question 23.
A. but
B. or
C. so
D. and
Đáp án: D

Question 24.
A. who
B. when
C. which
D. where
Đáp án: C

Question 25.
A. Despite
B. Due to
C. Because
D. Therefore
Đáp án: A

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

Edward Patrick Eagan was born on April 26th 1897 in Denver, Colorado, and his father died in a railroad accident when Eagan was only one year old. He and his four brothers were raised by his mother, who earned a small income from teaching foreign languages.

Inspired by Frank Marriwell, the hero of a series of popular novels for boys, Eagan pursued an education for himself and an interest in boxing. He attended the University of Denver for a year before serving in the U.S. army as an artillery lieutenant during World War I. After the war, he entered Yale University and while studying there, won the US national amateur heavyweight boxing title. He graduated from Yale in 1921, attended Harvard Law School, and received a Rhodes scholarship to the University of Oxford where he received his A.M. in 1928.

While studying at Oxford, Eagan became the first American to win the British amateur boxing championship. Eagan won his first gold medal as a light heavyweight boxer at the 1920 Olympic Games in Antwerp, Belgium. Eagan also fought at the 1924 Olympics in Paris as a heavyweight but failed to get a medal. Though he had taken up the sport just three weeks before the competition, he managed to win a second gold medal as a member of four-man bobsled team at the 1932 Olympics in Lake Placid, New York. Thus, he became the only athlete to win gold medals at both the Summer and Winter Olympics.

(Adapted from “Peteson’s Master TOEFL Reading Skills)
Question 26. What is the main idea of the passage?
A. Eagan’s life shows that military experiences make athletes great.
B. Eagan’s life shows how a wealthy student can achieve as much as a poor one.
C. Eagan’s life shows how easy it is to win two gold medals in different Olympic sports.
D. Eagan’s life shows that a man can be an athlete and a well-educated person.
Đáp án: D

Question 27. According to the passage, who was Frank Merriwell?
A. A novelcharacter
B. A student at Oxford
C. A teacher at Yale
D. A bobsledder at the Olympics
Đáp án: A

Question 28. The word “Inspired” in paragraph 2 in CLOSEST in meaning to _______.
A. calmed
B. challenged
C. stimulated
D. stopped
Đáp án: C

Question 29. According to the passage, Eagan won all of the following EXCEPT _______.
A. Heavyweight boxing, Olympic gold medal
B. British amateur boxing championship
C. Light heavyweight boxing, Olympic gold medal
D. U.S. national amateur heavyweight boxing title
Đáp án: A

Question 30. The word “the competition” in paragraph 3 refers to _______.
A. 1932 Olympics
B. Summer Olympics
C. gold medals
D. sport
Đáp án: A

IV. WRITING (2,5pts)

Part 1. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct arrangement of sentences or utterances to make a meaningful text or exchange in each of the following questions. (0.5 pt)
Question 31.

a. Jamie: Yeah, I saw the flyer! It’s focused on sustainable living, right?

b. Alex: Hey Jamie, have you heard about the community event this Saturday?

c. Alex: Exactly! They’re having workshops on recycling and reducing waste.
A. c-a-b
B. a-b-c
C. a-c-b
D. b-a-c
Đáp án: D

Question 32.

a. Recycling is one of the most effective ways, as it transforms plastic waste into new products and reduces the need for new plastic production.

b. Finally, educating people about the impact of plastic waste can encourage more responsible disposal habits and reduce overall plastic usage.

c. Another solution is to use biodegradable alternatives to plastics, which break down faster and have less impact on the environment.

d. Reducing plastic waste requires a variety of approaches to be successful.

e. Additionally, governments can implement policies to limit single-use plastics and promote reusable items in daily life.
A. d – a – e – c – b
B. d – a – c – e – b
C. a – d – e – b – c
D. d – c – a – b – e
Đáp án: B

Part 2

Combine each pair of sentences into one meaningful sentence, using the cues in bracket
Question 33. I was jogging in the park. I met an old school friend. (Using “when”)

=> ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
Đáp án: I met an old school friend when I was jogging in the park.

Question 34. Plastic takes hundreds of years to decompose in the ground. This explains why it is harmful to the environment. (Using “which” as a connector)

=> ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
Đáp án: Plastic takes hundreds of years to decompose in the ground, which explains why it is harmful to the environment.

Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means the same as the sentence printed before it, using the cues in brackets.
Question 35. During my wait for the bus, a boy snatched my purse and ran down the alley. (Using “while”)

=> ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
Đáp án: While I was waiting for the bus, a boy snatched my purse and ran down the alley.

Question 36. My grandmother died at the age of eighty. (Use a phrasal verb)

=> My grandmother passed …………………………………………………………………………………………………..
Đáp án: My grandmother passed away at the age of eighty.

Part 3:

Write a biography about 150-180 words of General Vo Nguyen Giap . You can use the following cues: (1.0 pt)

– Born: August 25, 1911 ( Quang Binh Province/ patriotic family)

– Died: October 4, 2013 (aged 102)

– Activities:

+ 1925: attended the National Academy in Hue

+ then, studied law and political economics

+ became a volunteer in the army and played a crucial role in the resistance war against French.

+ 1954: His most impressive achievement: leadership in the Battle of Dien Bien Phu/ led to Vietnam’s independence from France

– Student’s feeling: ………
Đáp án: General Vo Nguyen Giap, one of the most prominent military strategists in Vietnamese history, was born on August 25, 1911, in Quang Binh Province into a patriotic family. In 1925, he attended the National Academy in Hue, where his revolutionary ideals began to take shape. He then pursued higher education, studying law and political economics, which provided him with a strong foundation for his future leadership. Driven by a deep love for his country, he became a volunteer in the army and played a crucial role in the resistance war against the French. His most impressive achievement came in 1954 with his brilliant leadership in the Battle of Dien Bien Phu. This historic victory directly led to Vietnam’s independence from France. General Giap passed away on October 4, 2013, at the remarkable age of 102. As a student, I feel immense pride and profound gratitude for his lifelong dedication and extraordinary contributions to our nation’s freedom and peace.