THE ENGLISH HUB FOR THE SPECIALISED - KỲ THI HỌC SINH GIỎI CÁC TRƯỜNG THPT CHUYÊN KHU VỰC DUYÊN HẢI VÀ ĐỒNG BẰNG BẮC BỘ ĐỀ THI MÔN TIẾNG ANH Mã A511716

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ĐỀ THI MÔN: TIẾNG ANH Thời gian: 180 phút (không kể thời gian giao đề)

(Thí sinh làm bài trực tiếp vào đề)

(Đề thi gồm 15 trang)

A. LISTENING (50 points) HƯỚNG DẪN PHẦN NGHE HIỂU • Bài nghe gồm 4 phần; mỗi phần được nghe 2 lần, mỗi lần cách nhau 05 giây; mở đầu và kết thúc mỗi phần nghe có tín hiệu. Thí sinh có 20 giây để đọc mỗi phần câu hỏi. • Mở đầu và kết thúc bài nghe có tín hiệu nhạc. • Mọi hướng dẫn cho thí sinh (bằng tiếng Anh) đã có trong bài nghe. Part 1. Listen to part of a discussion between two researchers talking about theories of what makes a body healthy. For questions 1-5, choose the best answer A, B, C, or D according to what you hear. Write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes. (10 points) 1. What point does Charlotte de Witte make about general understanding of the microbiome? A. The importance of genetics is overstated. B. The definition of the concept has been oversimplified. C. It isn’t as detailed as researchers would like. D. It requires increased investment before it will offer any answers. 2. When discussing the Human Microbiome Project, Luke Slater reveals _______. A. his displeasure that the media had little interest in its findings B. his frustration that its successes had only a momentary impact C. his doubt that anyone will be interested in it long-term D. his enthusiasm for the scope and breadth of resulting research 3. What view is stated about emergent technology in the field? A. It is only useful when it has a defined role. B. It tends to fail on a regular basis. C. It provides ongoing detailed insights into investigation. D. It has a theoretical use but little else. 4. When discussing promoting microbiome health, both researchers agree that _______. A. the public response is often depressing B. people are well aware of the issues surrounding it C. there is a need to fight public preconceptions D. interest is generally higher among those who exercise regularly 5. What final conclusion do the researchers reach about diet? A. Minimal changes to diet could positively affect the microbiome. B. Poor diet directly causes autoimmune and allergic diseases. C. The more fat you have, the more bacteria exist in your gut. D. The most successful and healthy diets are voluntary. Your answers:

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Part 2. Listen to a news report on a form of sport called padel and decide whether the following statements are True (T), False (F), or Not Given (NG) according to what you hear. Write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes provided. (10 points)

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6. Unlike other sports, padel has enjoyed its success in Sweden during the pandemic. 7. Padel has become known to the Swedish mainly by word of mouth. 8. Compared to last year, there were fewer bookings for the sport in 2018 due to the lack of padel courts. 9. In Sweden, those new to padel find it impossible to receive personal training with leading professionals. 10. It is expected that padel will bounce back globally after the pandemic. Your answers:

6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Part 3. Listen to a report on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in building a more sustainable food system and answer the following questions with NO MORE THAN FIVE WORDS. Write your answers in the space provided. (10 points) 11. What does Brightseed look for by using artificial intelligence?

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12. How does SomaDetect in Canada generate relevant data for dairy farmers?

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13. What field has received more financial support as a result of limited agricultural workforce?

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14. What product is the AI-generated flavour created …