Read the following leaflet/notice and choose the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 7 to 12.
TACKLING INCOME INEQUALITY: A PATH TO FAIRER OPPORTUNITIES
What is Income Inequality?
Income inequality occurs when there is a significant gap between what different groups of people earn. In the past 50 years, this gap (7) __________, especially in the U.S. It's important to note that income inequality is different from wealth inequality—income refers to (8) __________ and wages, while wealth focuses on assets and net worth.
Why Does Income Inequality Exist?
✔ Technology: While tech improvements bring benefits, they have also led to job losses for some workers and lower wages for (9) __________ with less education.
✔ Gender and Race: Women and people of color tend to earn (10) __________ than men and white people in similar jobs.
✔ Education: People without higher education earn less money compared to those with college degrees or higher.
How Can We Reduce Income Inequality?
✔ Government Policies: Governments should (11) __________ when the free market doesn't provide equal opportunities for everyone.
✔ Education and Healthcare: Providing better access (12) __________ education and healthcare can help reduce income inequality.
✔ Let's work together for a more equal world!
Tài liệu "Bộ Đề Kiểm Tra Học Kì II - Tiếng Anh 11 - Global Success" là nguồn tham khảo hữu ích giúp học sinh lớp 11 chuẩn bị hiệu quả cho kỳ thi học kì II. Nội dung tài liệu bám sát chương trình sách giáo khoa Global Success, bao gồm ma trận đề thi, các đề kiểm tra mẫu và hướng dẫn giải chi tiết. Tài liệu giúp học sinh ôn luyện các kỹ năng và củng cố kiến thức ngữ pháp. Giáo viên có thể sử dụng làm nguồn tham khảo xây dựng bài kiểm tra, hỗ trợ quá trình giảng dạy và học tập đạt kết quả cao.
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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.
Nepal has made important progress over the past few years to promote equality, but the country still has one of the highest rates of child marriage in the world. 41% of Nepalese girls are married before the age of 18.
Poverty is both a cause and consequence of child marriage in Nepal. Girls from the wealthiest families marry 2 years later than those from the poorest, who are seen as an economic burden, and who drop out of school and earn little money.
Food insecurity plays an important role too. Nepalese families that do not have enough food to eat are more likely to marry their daughters at a young age to decrease the financial burden. One study shows that 91% of people who had secure access to food married over the age of 19.
Dowry is also common practice in many communities. Parents marry their daughters as soon as possible because the money they have to pay to the groom’s family is higher if their daughter is older. Since 2010, the legal age of marriage is 20 for both men and women, or 18 with parental consent, according to the Nepalese Country Code.
The law states that punishment for child marriage is imprisonment for up to three years and a fine of up to 10,000 rupees (£102). But reports suggest that this law is rarely applied. There has been quite a lot of progress in Nepal over the past 3 years with a clear government commitment to ending child marriage and civil society cooperation. The Ministry of Women, Children and Social Welfare is currently developing Nepal’s first national strategy on child marriage in collaboration with UNICEF Nepal and Girls Not Brides Nepal. However, the post-earthquake and post-fuel crisis environment has meant progress is slow and the national strategy has been delayed.
The word "imprisonment” in the last paragraph could be best replaced by _________.
Read the following passage and choose the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 18 to 22.
Emotional Regulation: A Key to Teen Mental Health
Emotional regulation is a key part of mental health for teenagers but is often overlooked. It is the ability to manage intense feelings like anger and anxiety. (18) _______, teenagers may experience increased stress, leading to depression or other mental health challenges.
One key part of emotional regulation is understanding what causes certain emotions. Hormonal changes often lead to stress and emotional intensity in teenagers. The responsibilities of growing independence can further increase these challenges. (19) _______.
Building resilience is a key part of emotional regulation. Teens, supported by habits like problem-solving and viewing failure as a chance to grow, can handle challenges more confidently. (20) _______, they gain emotional support that helps them stay positive. These relationships are essential for fostering an optimistic outlook.
(21) _______. Providing nurturing environments, teaching emotional intelligence, and improving communication are all necessary steps. By focusing on emotional regulation, teens can not only manage stress but also gain essential life skills, (22) _______.
Read the following passage and choose the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 1 to 6.
☛ Join Us for a Unique Workshop on Cultural Heritage!
✔ Date: 25–29 November
✔ Location: Bucharest, Romania
Discover how to safeguard (1) _______ while promoting sustainable development in communities! This capacity-building workshop focuses on empowering local participation, ensuring social equity, and (2) _______ sustainable growth.
Who Should Attend?
(3) _______ in:
✔ Culture management
✔ Museology
✔ Environmental conservation
✔ Heritage education
✔ Youth engagement
✔ Community initiatives and local development
What's in It for You?
✔ Practical skills and knowledge for cultural heritage safeguarding.
✔ Insights (4) _______ sustainable development and community empowerment.
✔ Opportunities to network with experts and peers.
(5) _______ by the Regional Centre for Safeguarding Intangible Cultural Heritage in South-Eastern Europe, UNESCO, and the Ministry of Culture in Romania. Hosted at the National Museum of the Romanian Peasant in Bucharest.
Facilitators: Ms. Ioana Baskerville and Mr. Julio Sa Rego, UNESCO experts.
Don't miss this chance (6) _______ to preserving cultural heritage for a better future!
Register now!
Read the following passage and choose the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 18 to 22.
Vietnam's population structure has undergone major changes over the last 40 years. (18) __________. This phase is marked by a large working-age population (15-64 years), which is double the size of the dependent group (under 15 and over 65). This demographic advantage provides a chance for significant socio-economic growth. (19) __________ by putting in place suitable policies in the areas of healthcare, education, and economic development.
However, Vietnam is also experiencing rapid population aging. (20) __________. As a result, the country will transition from an "aging" to an "aged" population in the next 20 years.
Additionally, the number of women aged 15-49 will continue to rise for the next 15 years, (21) __________. Vietnam also faces a serious sex ratio imbalance, with more boys being born than girls. This imbalance could lead to long-term social and economic problems, such as gender discrimination.
Given these changes, (22) __________ that address the needs of different groups, ensuring no one is left behind in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Read the following passage and choose the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 18 to 22.
Misinformation is incorrect or misleading information. It can sometimes happen by mistake, but often it is intentionally exaggerated. This can be done by using catchy headlines or taking details out of context to make a story more interesting. Misinformation online is growing, and (18) __________.
Social media has become a main source of news, which has helped misinformation spread. Anyone with a social media account can share news, and (19) __________. On social media, posts that grab attention are more likely to go viral, (20) __________. Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt says that "outrage is the key to virality," meaning that shocking or emotional posts are shared more often. This leads to misinformation spreading quickly.
MIT researchers found that fake news (21) __________. When misinformation goes viral, corrections often do not reach as many people and are less likely to be believed. Platforms like TikTok have also contributed to this problem, with studies (22) __________, especially in areas like health.
Mark the letter A, B, c, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to make a meaningful paragraph/letter in each of the following questions.
a. Finally, difficulties in communication and forming genuine connections due to social media and technology
dependence are common among teens.
b. Additionally, cyberbullying and online harassment present significant challenges in the digital age.
c. Teens often face various social challenges.
d. Firstly, peer pressure can lead to risky behaviors such as substance abuse, smoking, or involvement in harmful activities.
e. Moreover, mental health issues, including anxiety and depression, are prevalent among teenagers due to
academic stress or social pressures.
Choose the best arrangement of utterances or sentences to make a meaningful exchange or text in each of the following questions from 13 to 17.
a. The visit gave me valuable insights into the rich culture of the Cham people and the historical significance of the site, making it a memorable experience.
b. As I explored, I was fascinated by the unique Cham architecture, with its detailed carvings and tall towers made of brick.
c. Last year, I visited the My Son Sanctuary, a famous historical site located in central Vietnam.
d. The sanctuary, set among lush green mountains, was peaceful and full of ancient charm.
e. I learned that My Son was once a religious center for the Champa Kingdom, where kings were worshiped, and Hindu rituals were performed.
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 24 to 28.
COMMON ISSUES FACING TEENAGERS TODAY
Many people think that social media is largely to blame as this is (24)______ teens often see images of famous or normal people drinking or smoking. This behaviour is often presented as “cool” and “fashionable”. In the USA, more than one out of five secondary school students admitted having drunk alcohol regularly.
While schools are supposed to provide a safe and healthy environment, they might actually be among the most dangerous places for (25)______ students. It is not uncommon for teenagers to experience bullying or physical violence at school. Often victims suffer in silence as they feel reporting a bully won’t make a (26)______.
Academic pressure and family (27)______ are the main reason for this issue. Many young people nowadays spend a lot of time studying, doing homework, or revising for tests. In Korea, (28)______,students often spend between 12 to 16 hours per day at school and at an educational centre, and sleep only four hours per night.
Read the following passage and choose the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 18 to 22.
Misinformation is incorrect or misleading information. It can sometimes happen by mistake, but often it is intentionally exaggerated. This can be done by using catchy headlines or taking details out of context to make a story more interesting. Misinformation online is growing, and (18) __________.
Social media has become a main source of news, which has helped misinformation spread. Anyone with a social media account can share news, and (19) __________. On social media, posts that grab attention are more likely to go viral, (20) __________. Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt says that "outrage is the key to virality," meaning that shocking or emotional posts are shared more often. This leads to misinformation spreading quickly.
MIT researchers found that fake news (21) __________. When misinformation goes viral, corrections often do not reach as many people and are less likely to be believed. Platforms like TikTok have also contributed to this problem, with studies (22) __________, especially in areas like health.
Read the following passage and choose the best answer to each of the following questions from 31 to 40.
1. Natural hazards cause significant harm to both people and cultural heritage. They damage tangible heritage, such as buildings and infrastructure, as well as intangible heritage, like traditions, social values, and emotional connections to places. World Heritage sites, which protect both cultural and natural heritage, are also at risk. Disasters disrupt cultural systems, making communities more susceptible during and after these events.
2. [I] Culture plays an important role in how people view risks and respond to hazards. [II] From there, culture also influences people's risk indirectly because it impacts their livelihood choices, settlement location, social networks and availability for preparedness activities, including disaster risk reduction education. [III] These aspects affect how vulnerable a community is to natural hazards. [IV]
3. An increasing number of natural hazards are damaging heritage sites and disrupting cultural practices. This weakens the resilience of communities, particularly those that rely on heritage for local resources and sustainable development. Despite these threats, cultural and natural heritage can also strengthen communities by helping them adapt to risks and reduce their exposure to hazards, including climate change.
4. UNESCO protects cultural and natural heritage and uses it as a platform for disaster risk reduction. These efforts aim to build community resilience and ensure that no one is left behind.
5. World Heritage sites, Biosphere Reserves, and UNESCO Global Geoparks are essential for sustainable development. These sites protect natural and cultural heritage while promoting biodiversity and resource conservation. However, they face risks from natural hazards and extreme weather, which can affect nearby communities and resonate globally. At the same time, these sites educate people about disaster risks and solutions, offering opportunities to build safer, more resilient futures.
Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?
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.
Nepal has made important progress over the past few years to promote equality, but the country still has one of the highest rates of child marriage in the world. 41% of Nepalese girls are married before the age of 18.
Poverty is both a cause and consequence of child marriage in Nepal. Girls from the wealthiest families marry 2 years later than those from the poorest, who are seen as an economic burden, and who drop out of school and earn little money.
Food insecurity plays an important role too. Nepalese families that do not have enough food to eat are more likely to marry their daughters at a young age to decrease the financial burden. One study shows that 91% of people who had secure access to food married over the age of 19.
Dowry is also common practice in many communities. Parents marry their daughters as soon as possible because the money they have to pay to the groom’s family is higher if their daughter is older. Since 2010, the legal age of marriage is 20 for both men and women, or 18 with parental consent, according to the Nepalese Country Code.
The law states that punishment for child marriage is imprisonment for up to three years and a fine of up to 10,000 rupees (£102). But reports suggest that this law is rarely applied. There has been quite a lot of progress in Nepal over the past 3 years with a clear government commitment to ending child marriage and civil society cooperation. The Ministry of Women, Children and Social Welfare is currently developing Nepal’s first national strategy on child marriage in collaboration with UNICEF Nepal and Girls Not Brides Nepal. However, the post-earthquake and post-fuel crisis environment has meant progress is slow and the national strategy has been delayed.
According to the last paragraph, how many years will a rule-breaker spend in jail?
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Skipping classes without permission is a sign of disrespect to the teacher. Besides, I don’t want to _______ my schoolwork.
Read the following passage and choose the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 18 to 22.
Misinformation is incorrect or misleading information. It can sometimes happen by mistake, but often it is intentionally exaggerated. This can be done by using catchy headlines or taking details out of context to make a story more interesting. Misinformation online is growing, and (18) __________.
Social media has become a main source of news, which has helped misinformation spread. Anyone with a social media account can share news, and (19) __________. On social media, posts that grab attention are more likely to go viral, (20) __________. Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt says that "outrage is the key to virality," meaning that shocking or emotional posts are shared more often. This leads to misinformation spreading quickly.
MIT researchers found that fake news (21) __________. When misinformation goes viral, corrections often do not reach as many people and are less likely to be believed. Platforms like TikTok have also contributed to this problem, with studies (22) __________, especially in areas like health.
Read the following passage and choose the best answer to each of the following questions from 31 to 40.
1. Natural hazards cause significant harm to both people and cultural heritage. They damage tangible heritage, such as buildings and infrastructure, as well as intangible heritage, like traditions, social values, and emotional connections to places. World Heritage sites, which protect both cultural and natural heritage, are also at risk. Disasters disrupt cultural systems, making communities more susceptible during and after these events.
2. [I] Culture plays an important role in how people view risks and respond to hazards. [II] From there, culture also influences people's risk indirectly because it impacts their livelihood choices, settlement location, social networks and availability for preparedness activities, including disaster risk reduction education. [III] These aspects affect how vulnerable a community is to natural hazards. [IV]
3. An increasing number of natural hazards are damaging heritage sites and disrupting cultural practices. This weakens the resilience of communities, particularly those that rely on heritage for local resources and sustainable development. Despite these threats, cultural and natural heritage can also strengthen communities by helping them adapt to risks and reduce their exposure to hazards, including climate change.
4. UNESCO protects cultural and natural heritage and uses it as a platform for disaster risk reduction. These efforts aim to build community resilience and ensure that no one is left behind.
5. World Heritage sites, Biosphere Reserves, and UNESCO Global Geoparks are essential for sustainable development. These sites protect natural and cultural heritage while promoting biodiversity and resource conservation. However, they face risks from natural hazards and extreme weather, which can affect nearby communities and resonate globally. At the same time, these sites educate people about disaster risks and solutions, offering opportunities to build safer, more resilient futures.
The word susceptible in paragraph 1 could be best replaced by __________.
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 34 to 40.
An education pioneer born into rural poverty in Nepal has opened 30 schools in a bid to boost prospects for his country’s children.
The World Bank ranks Nepal as the globe’s 31st poorest country, with almost 10 million people living on daily incomes between £1.48 and £2.50. Many rural villages remain unreached by government schooling and adult literacy stood at just 60 percent in 2011.
Surya Karki and his charity United World Schools Nepal (UWS) are tackling high illiteracy and poverty rates by funding and improving education.
The first school opened in 2015. Since then 92 percent of children have completed primary education, which finishes at age eight, and continued into secondary education with UWS schools, in comparison to 39 percent of students continuing education who attended government schools.
Mr Karki was born into poverty in rural Nepal. Speaking to the Telegraph he said: “School is the only solution to the poverty cycle that we live in. I was raised by a single mother in a male- dominated society. The school that I went to was approximately two hours walk away. My house was on top of a hill and my mother had to drag me across rivers. We used to walk 10 miles a day. The schooling was really bad.”
Karki’s mother was a firm believer in education, and at age eight Karki secured a scholarship to study in the capital, Kathmandu. From there he won scholarships and completed Master’s degrees in China and the United States. He returned to Nepal in 2015 and decided to stay and develop the education system. Karki said: “Inequalities in a country can only be decreased if there is access to knowledge.”
The devastating earthquake in 2015 damaged 9,300 schools, displacing hundreds of thousands of families and pushing 700,000 people into poverty. As of January 2018, only 2,891 schools had been rebuilt. Karki said: “We came at a crucial time, where we could redo or undo what had been done badly. Education was really bad in terms of infrastructure, quality of teachers and training. It was an opportunity for us to really make things better.”
UWS Nepal has so far built 30 schools and has seven more in construction. The schools run between 10 am and 3:30 pm, and have an 86 percent average attendance rate, which Karki says is almost double the attendance rate for government schools in the vicinity. Sexual health classes are taught to the children in the later years.
The word “displacing” in the passage mostly means _______.
Read the following passage and choose the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 1 to 6.
☛ Join Us for a Unique Workshop on Cultural Heritage!
✔ Date: 25–29 November
✔ Location: Bucharest, Romania
Discover how to safeguard (1) _______ while promoting sustainable development in communities! This capacity-building workshop focuses on empowering local participation, ensuring social equity, and (2) _______ sustainable growth.
Who Should Attend?
(3) _______ in:
✔ Culture management
✔ Museology
✔ Environmental conservation
✔ Heritage education
✔ Youth engagement
✔ Community initiatives and local development
What's in It for You?
✔ Practical skills and knowledge for cultural heritage safeguarding.
✔ Insights (4) _______ sustainable development and community empowerment.
✔ Opportunities to network with experts and peers.
(5) _______ by the Regional Centre for Safeguarding Intangible Cultural Heritage in South-Eastern Europe, UNESCO, and the Ministry of Culture in Romania. Hosted at the National Museum of the Romanian Peasant in Bucharest.
Facilitators: Ms. Ioana Baskerville and Mr. Julio Sa Rego, UNESCO experts.
Don't miss this chance (6) _______ to preserving cultural heritage for a better future!
Register now!
Read the following passage and choose the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 18 to 22.
Emotional Regulation: A Key to Teen Mental Health
Emotional regulation is a key part of mental health for teenagers but is often overlooked. It is the ability to manage intense feelings like anger and anxiety. (18) _______, teenagers may experience increased stress, leading to depression or other mental health challenges.
One key part of emotional regulation is understanding what causes certain emotions. Hormonal changes often lead to stress and emotional intensity in teenagers. The responsibilities of growing independence can further increase these challenges. (19) _______.
Building resilience is a key part of emotional regulation. Teens, supported by habits like problem-solving and viewing failure as a chance to grow, can handle challenges more confidently. (20) _______, they gain emotional support that helps them stay positive. These relationships are essential for fostering an optimistic outlook.
(21) _______. Providing nurturing environments, teaching emotional intelligence, and improving communication are all necessary steps. By focusing on emotional regulation, teens can not only manage stress but also gain essential life skills, (22) _______.
You will hear five people talking about the most important inventions of the 20th century. Listen and choose the reasons they give for their choices. Question 36 to 40.
Computers ________.
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
Bullying, intentional harm-doing or harassment that is directed toward vulnerable targets and typically repeated. Bullying encompasses a wide range of malicious aggressive behaviours, including physical violence, verbal mockery, threats, ostracism, and rumors spread either orally or by other means of communication, such as the Internet.
Bullying in educational settings remains a commonplace everyday experience. In Europe significant attention to school bullying began in the early 1970s, in part because of the efforts of Olweus, as well as a widely publicized trio of victim suicides in Norway in 1983. A spate of school shootings in the late 1990s brought further media attention to the subject of school bullying, and concern was renewed during a later series of bullying-related suicides in Canada and the United States. A US national study published at the turn of the 21st century documented that bullying and other forms of aggression affected approximately 30 percent, or 5.7 million, middle-to-high-school students in the then-current school term.
Although the root causes of bullying remain unclear, its consequences for victims are abundantly apparent. The U.S Secret Service in conjunction with the U.S Department of Education found that bullying was a factor in the majority of “incidents of targeted school violence” in the last two and a half decades of the 20th century. Victimization is also significantly related to suicidal ideation, social isolation, anxiety and depression, low self-esteem, physical health problems, and diminished academic performance and school attachment. Many of these effects can last well into adulthood.
However, victims are not the only ones who suffer from bullying. For many outcomes, bully-victims often fare the worst on a variety of measures, but pure bullies also experience difficulties. They are at increased risk of subsequent mental health problems and are likely to encounter difficulty maintaining positive relationships as adults. More significantly, bullies are considerably more likely to be convicted of crimes and incarcerated as young adults.
Some youth nevertheless use bullying as a way to gain social status among peers. These adolescents may be more strategic in how they choose their targets, and they are also likely to be among the more popular students in school. For at least some of them, bullying and harassment effectively boost their status and influence among schoolmates by winning the admiration of peers or by tearing down social rivals. Generally speaking, however, bullying is more effective at harming victims than aiding aggressors
The word “They" in paragraph 4 refers to _______.
Read the following passage and choose the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 18 to 22.
Vietnam's population structure has undergone major changes over the last 40 years. (18) __________. This phase is marked by a large working-age population (15-64 years), which is double the size of the dependent group (under 15 and over 65). This demographic advantage provides a chance for significant socio-economic growth. (19) __________ by putting in place suitable policies in the areas of healthcare, education, and economic development.
However, Vietnam is also experiencing rapid population aging. (20) __________. As a result, the country will transition from an "aging" to an "aged" population in the next 20 years.
Additionally, the number of women aged 15-49 will continue to rise for the next 15 years, (21) __________. Vietnam also faces a serious sex ratio imbalance, with more boys being born than girls. This imbalance could lead to long-term social and economic problems, such as gender discrimination.
Given these changes, (22) __________ that address the needs of different groups, ensuring no one is left behind in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
