Đề thi học sinh giỏi tỉnh môn Tiếng Anh 9 Sở GD&ĐT Nghệ An năm 2024 - 2025

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SECTION A. LISTENING (50 points)

Part 1. (30 pts) You will hear a talk. For questions 1-15, listen and complete the text below by writing NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER in the spaces provided. Write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes provided.

How friendship affects your brain

If it seems like friendships formed in adolescence are particularly special, that’s because they are. Early (1)______, adolescent, and adult friendships all manifest a little differently in part because the brain works in different ways at those stages of life. Adolescence is a (2)______ in which there are changes in the way you value, understand, and connect to friends. Scientists describe adolescence as a social (3)______ as teenagers begin to spend as much or more time with their friends than with their parents. This drive to hang with pals may be due to changes in the brain’s (4)______ center, known as the ventral striatum. Its activation makes hanging out with others (5)______ and motivates you to spend more time with them. Neuroimaging studies may explain why adolescents seem to place a higher value on social (6)______ than children or adults. This deeper connection is possible thanks to (7)______ in what scientists call theory of mind. While it may seem intuitive, this ability hinges on the careful coordination of various brain regions, sometimes referred to as the social brain. Babies begin to develop theory of mind (8)______ or so.

Regions within the social brain show increased (9)______ during adolescence compared with childhood. As a result, teens can better (10)______ their friends’ perspectives, allowing for deeper connections to flourish. In the closest friendships, it can almost feel as if you’re metaphysically connected – (11)______ and minds, perfectly in sync. Your ability to connect with others somewhat depends on the coordination of actions, (12)______, physiology, and thoughts. This is what psychologists call (13)______ synchrony.

You first show signs of the ability to sync with others as infants synchronizing movements and babbling with your parents. As you get older and spend more time outside the home, you increasingly show this synchrony with your (14)______. For example, imagine walking down the street with a friend. Often without consciously thinking, you stroll at the same pace and (15)______ the same path.

Your answers:

Part 2 (10 points):

Questions 16-19. Choose the correct letter A, B or C.

Holly’s Work Placement Tutorial

16. Holly has chosen the Orion Stadium placement because ______.

A. it involves children

B. it is outdoors

C. it sounds like fun

17. Which aspect of safety does Dr Green emphasise most?

A. Ensuring children stay in the stadium

B. Checking the equipment children will use

C. Removing obstacles in changing rooms

18. What does Dr Green say about the spectators?

A. They can be hard to manage.

B. They make useful volunteers.

C. They shouldn’t take photographs.

19. What has affected the schedule in the past?

A. Bad weather

B. An injury

C. Extra time

Questions 20-25

What do Holly and her tutor agree is an important aspect of each of the following events management skills?

Choose SIX answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-H, next to Questions 20-25.

Important aspects

Events management skills

Your answers:

Part 3. (10 pts) For questions 26-30, listen to a talk on people’s emotional links with food and decide whether the following statements are True (T) or False (F). Write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes.

26. When eating with someone who is consuming a large amount of food, we are likely to eat a small portion.

27. Sharing food among groups would have been important to help minimize the risk of starvation.

28. While evolutionary mechanisms still guide our eating behavior, they can lead to overeating in social contexts.

29. There is no evidence that people commonly attach meanings to certain foods.

30. The stronger this link becomes between the food and the positive memory, the more likely we are to indulge in that food.

Your answers:

SECTION B. LEXICO – GRAMMAR (20 points)

Part 1. (12 pts) Choose the best answer to complete each of the following sentences. Write A, B, C or D in the corresponding numbered boxes provided.

1. Geometry is the branch of mathematics ______ the properties and relation of lines, angles, shapes, surfaces and solids.

A. is concerned with B. the deal about C. dealing with D. to be concerned about

2. The local authority had to evacuate thousands of people after the ______ force of the storm warning was given.

A. destroy B. destructively C. destructive D. destruction

3. The dress is a little big for you. You’d better go to tailor’s and ______ at the waist.

A. make it less wide B. have it made wider C. make it wider D. have it made less wide

4. We ______ studying by the time the match ______.

A. will have finished/ starts B. finish/ starts

C. finished/ started D. will finish/ will start

5. The children were heavily dressed ______ catching a cold.

A. due to B. despite C. because of D. for fear of

6. - "What's your opinion of the new supervisor?"

- "______ spoken to her yet, I can't say."

A. Not to have B. Having not to C. Not having D. My having not

7. The recommendation that all people affected by the storm ______ immediately was approved.

A. evacuating B. be evacuated C. evacuated D. being evacuated

8. I hope you realize that you will be ______ responsible for your actions should you get caught.

A. brought B. asked C. carried D. held

9. Deadlines are getting closer and everyone is rushed off their ______ at the moment!

A. feet B. eyes C. hands D. teeth

Choose the correct answer A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in the following question.

10. She made an effort to change the subject of the conversation.

A. tried hard B. did a favour C. had no choice D. looked forward

Choose the correct answer A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in the following question.

11. Our neighbours don’t take much care of the staircase. They only clean it once in a blue moon.

A. hardly B. seldom C. rarely D. regularly

Choose the correct answer A, B, C, or D to indicate the sentence that best completes the following exchange.

12. Mark: “Everyone can learn how to swim, can’t they?”

Lisa: “______”

A. Definitely B. Unfortunately C. It’s not your business. D. No, they aren’t.

Your answers:

Part 2. (8 pts) Read the passage below, which contains 8 mistakes. Identify the mistakes and write the corrections in the corresponding numbered boxes provided.

Your answers:

SECTION C. READING (70 points)

Part 1. (10 pts) Read the announcement and choose the best answer. Write your answers A, B, C or D in the corresponding numbered boxes provided.

ANNOUNCEMENT: ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT WEEK

The Academic Enrichment Week, commencing next Monday, promises an intensive program aimed at fostering intellectual development and (1)______ thinking. This event has been meticulously designed to provide students with opportunities to explore advanced concepts, challenge conventional ideas, and collaborate with peers and experts alike.

A key feature of the program is a series of workshops and lectures (2)______ by renowned professionals across disciplines such as artificial (3)______, environmental science, and global economics. These sessions aim to encourage deep reflection and facilitate meaningful discussions, allowing participants to engage with complex issues on a profound level.

One of the highlights of the week is the Innovators’ Forum, where students are encouraged to present innovative (4)______ to global challenges. Successful proposals must (5)______ creativity with practicality, with winning teams earning financial grants to further develop their projects and showcase their solutions at national events.

Attendance at morning sessions is mandatory, (6)______ they align closely with the academic curriculum. Afternoon sessions, though optional, are curated to promote interdisciplinary collaboration and foster the (7)______ of perspectives, encouraging students to think (8)______ the box.

Students are expected to maintain impeccable professionalism throughout (9)______ event, as this week also emphasizes skills vital for future endeavors and career advancement. We encourage all students to take (10)______ of this unique opportunity.

1. A. contrast critical C. clever D. careful

2. A. delivering delivered C. delivery D. deliver

3. A. intelligence distraction C. information D. exploration

4. A. approaches solutions C. perspectives D. discussions

5. A. blend replace C. avoid D. refine

6. A. but unless C. although D. as

7. A. intensity expression C. diversity D. evaluation

8. A. inside outside C. upon D. into

9. A. the a C. an D. no article

10. A. advantage advancement C. assignment D. situation

Your answers:

Part 2. (10 pts) Read the announcement below and fill in each gap with ONE suitable word. Write the answers in the corresponding numbered boxes provided.

ANNUAL PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT

We are delighted to announce the Annual Pickleball Tournament, (1)______ will take place next Saturday at the Riverside Sports Complex. This eagerly anticipated event aims to involve players of all levels, from beginners to seasoned athletes, in a celebration of both skill and camaraderie.

The tournament will be divided (2)______ singles and doubles categories, further classified by age and skill levels. Participants are required to register by midnight this Wednesday, ensuring that all forms and fees are submitted (3)______ the deadline. Late registrations, (4)______, will not be accepted to maintain the integrity of the schedule.

Matches will take place on professional-grade courts, ensuring fairness and optimal playing conditions. Official match timings will be (5)______ online two days before the tournament. In addition, spectators are encouraged to attend and enjoy (6)______ variety of activities, including food stalls, live commentary, and exclusive merchandise for those wishing to show (7)______ support for the sport.

Participants are reminded to follow the rules (8)______ maintain exemplary sportsmanship. Behavior that disrupts the event or disrespects others will not (9)______ tolerated. Instead, players are encouraged to demonstrate mutual respect and promote positive values that align with the spirit of the game.

Whether you’re aiming to compete or simply (10)______ the atmosphere, this tournament offers something for everyone. Join us in celebrating the fastest-growing sport in the country!

Your answers:

Part 3. (20 pts) Read the following passage and choose the correct answer to each of the questions. Write your answers A, B, C or D in the corresponding numbered boxes provided.

A MODERN TRAP

Jason sat slouched at his desk, the glow of his phone illuminating his face in the dimly lit room. The silence was interrupted only by the occasional ping of a notification, drawing his attention away from the textbook that lay open before him. He glanced at the clock. Midnight. Another evening wasted. The pile of undone assignments seemed to mock him, a physical reminder of how far he had fallen.

Just a year ago, Jason had been the pride of his school. Teachers praised his sharp mind and unwavering focus, and his classmates envied his ability to juggle extracurriculars and academics with ease. But something had shifted. His once-precise study habits had been replaced by endless hours scrolling through social media. What began as a five-minute break had spiraled into hours of mindless consumption.

Jason told himself it wasn’t a big deal. Everyone used their phones, didn’t they? Besides, he could catch up on his work later. But “later” never seemed to come. His grades plummeted, and the disapproving looks from his teachers were joined by the worried glances of his parents. "Why can’t you focus anymore, Jason?" his mother had asked one evening. He didn’t have an answer.

He wasn’t entirely oblivious to the problem. There was a moment, a brief flicker of realization, when Jason stared at the empty Word document on his laptop, cursor blinking in silent judgment, and he felt the weight of his own helplessness. But as quickly as the guilt surfaced, it was drowned out by the allure of escape—the endless scroll of videos, posts, and likes that awaited him. The real world felt heavy; the digital one, effortless.

The breaking point came during a parent-teacher meeting. His physics teacher, Mr. Howard, laid it out plainly. “Jason is bright, but he’s wasting his potential. If this continues, he risks failing the semester.” His parents were devastated, and Jason, for the first time, felt something crack inside him. Shame. Embarrassment. Fear.

It wasn’t easy to admit the problem. Social media had become more than a habit; it was a refuge. But Jason knew he had to act. He started small. First, he deleted a few apps. Then, he downloaded one designed to limit his screen time. At first, it felt impossible—he was jittery, restless, unsure of what to do with his hands when his phone wasn’t there to fill the void. But slowly, he began to reclaim his time.

He rediscovered his love for reading, devouring novels he had once ignored in favor of memes and videos. He spent afternoons at the library, where the quiet forced him to confront his work without the safety net of his phone. It was far from perfect—there were relapses, nights when he couldn’t resist the pull of his notifications—but progress came in small victories.

One evening, as he finished the last problem on his math worksheet, Jason felt a flicker of pride he hadn’t experienced in months. His grades began to recover, and so did his confidence. When Mr. Howard returned a graded test with an A circled at the top, Jason could barely contain his grin. “Welcome back,” Mr. Howard said with a knowing nod.

Jason’s journey was far from over, but he had learned something valuable: balance. Social media wasn’t the enemy—it was how he chose to use it that mattered. By setting boundaries and prioritizing what truly mattered, Jason was able to find his way back to the student—and the person—he wanted to be.

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