gallons (even accounting for inflation) - almost a quadrupling of water productivity. In the USA, water withdrawals have fallen by more than 20 % from their peak in 1980.

H On the other hand, dams, aqueducts and other kinds of infrastructure will still have to be built, particularly in developing countries where basic human needs have not been met. But such projects must be built to higher specifications and with more accountability to local people and their environment than in the past. And even in regions where new projects seem warranted, we must find ways to meet demands with fewer resources, respecting ecological criteria and to a smaller budget.

Questions 96-100

Do the following statements agree with the information given in the reading passage?

In boxes 96-100 on your answer sheet, write

YES if the statement agrees with the claims of the writer

NO if the statement contradicts the claims of the writer

NOT GIVEN if it is impossible to say what the writer thinks about this

96. Water use per person is higher in the industrial world than it was in Ancient Rome.

97. Feeding increasing populations is possible due primarily to improved irrigation systems.

98. Modern water systems imitate those of the ancient Greeks and Romans.

99. Industrial growth is increasing the overall demand for water.

100. Modern technologies have led to a reduction in domestic water consumption.

SECTION IV: WRITING (50 points)

PART 1: Read the following passage and use your own words to summarise it. Your summary should be about 140 words long. (20 points)

Green cities are urban areas that prioritize sustainability, environmental conservation, and the well-being of residents. These cities implement a variety of strategies to minimize their ecological footprint and promote a healthier living environment. One key aspect of green cities is sustainable transportation infrastructure. This includes investing in public transportation systems such as buses, trams, and trains to reduce reliance on private vehicles and decrease traffic congestion and air pollution. Additionally, green cities prioritize non-motorized modes of transportation such as walking and cycling by creating pedestrian-friendly streets, bike lanes, and greenways.

Another crucial element of green cities is sustainable urban planning and design. This involves the development of compact, mixed-use neighborhoods that reduce the need for long commutes and promote walkability and community interaction. Green building practices are also emphasized, with the construction of energy-efficient, eco-friendly buildings that minimize energy and water consumption and utilize renewable materials. Urban green spaces

play a vital role in green cities, providing residents with access to nature, improving air quality, and mitigating the urban heat island effect. Parks, green roofs, community gardens, and urban forests are integrated into the urban fabric to enhance biodiversity and create recreational opportunities.

Waste management is another key aspect of green cities, with a focus on reducing, reusing, and recycling materials to minimize landfill waste and promote a circular economy. Sustainable water management practices, such as rainwater harvesting and wastewater recycling, are also implemented to conserve water resources and reduce pollution. Moreover, green cities prioritize environmental education and community engagement to raise awareness about sustainability issues and encourage participation in green initiatives.

By implementing these strategies, green cities strive to create healthier, more resilient, and environmentally friendly urban environments that improve the quality of life for residents now and in the future.

PART 2: Write an essay of about 250 words on the following topic. (30 points)

Nowadays, many people believe that school leavers should choose to do vocational courses rather than go to university to study academic subjects.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

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.SỞ GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO

TỈNH QUẢNG NAM

KỲ THI CHỌN HỌC SINH GIỎI CẤP TỈNH THPT

NĂM HỌC 2023-2024 ĐỢT 2

ĐỀ CHÍNH THỨC

(Có 04 trang)

Môn thi: TIẾNG ANH 10 (CHUYÊN)

Thời gian: 180 phút (không kể thời gian giao đề)

Ngày thi: 15/3/2024

HƯỚNG DẪN CHẤM

SECTION I: LISTENING (40 pts.)

PART 1: (5 x 2 = 10 points)

1. C

2. B

3. D

4. C

5. A

PART 2: (5 x 2 = 10 points)

6. (for) 25 years/ a quarter of a century

7. Shelter/ Refuge/ Accommodation for orphans/ (An) orphanage.

8. Education, father(s), (and) mother(s)/ Education, (and) parents.

9. After/ When (finishing/ having finished) high school.

After/When They finish/ They’ve finished high school.

10. (A) primary school/ a school for young children

PART 3: (10 x 2 = 20 points)

11. uninitiated	12. collective climate action
13. “very special episodes”	14. scam artists
15. benign	16. set-up and punchline
17. much less glib	18. perceived obnoxiousness
19. comeuppance	20. skepticism

SECTION II: LEXICO - GRAMMAR (50 points)

PART 1. (20 x 1= 20 points)

21. A	22. D	23. C	24. D	25. B	26. A	27. B	28. B	29. D	30. D
31. C	32. D	33. A	34. D	35. C	36. A	37. D	38. A	39. D	40. C

PART 2: (10 x 2= 20 points)

41. impartial	42. afforestation
43. validated	44. overreact
45. unmanageable	46. differentiate
47. irresistibly	48. floodgates
49. waterlogged	50. incivility

PART 3: (10 x 1= 10 points)

51. without	52. out	53. across	54. in	55. to
56. on	57. on/through	58. for	59. to	60. at

SECTION III: READING (60 points)

PART 1. (10 x 1,5= 15 points)

61. B

62. D

63. A

64. C

65. B

66. B

67. C

68. C

69. A

70. B

PART 2: (10 x 1,5= 15 points)

71. as	72. into
73. smoke/ it	74. so/ two
75. filled	76. sky/air
77. carrying	78. contributed
79. being	80. ballooning/ it

PART 3: (10 x 1,5= 15 points)

81. B

82. A

83. B

84. A

85. C

86. A

87. D

88. C

89. D

90. A

PART 4.

0. iii

91. xi

92. vii

93. v

94. i

95. x

96. NO

97. YES

98. NOT GIVEN

99. NO

100. YES

SECTION IV: WRITING (50 points)

PART 1: Read the following passage and use your own words to summarise it. Your summary should be about 140 words long. (20 points)

The Summary MUST cover the following points:

Topic sentence: Green cities take priority over sustainability, environmental conservation, and resident well-being.

- Green cities focus on sustainable transportation infrastructure.

- Green cities emphasize sustainable urban planning, green building practices, urban green spaces, waste management, and water management to create healthier, more resilient, and environmentally friendly urban environments.

- The summary MUST NOT contain personal opinions.

Language use (5 points)

The summary should:

- show attempts to convey the main ideas of the original text by means of paraphrasing (structural and lexical use)

- demonstrate correct use of grammatical structures, vocabulary, and mechanics (spelling, punctuations, ...)

- maintain coherence, cohesion, and unity throughout (by means of linkers and transitional devices)

Penalties

- A penalty of 1 point to 2 points will be given to personal opinions found in the summary.

- A penalty of 1 point to 2 points will be given to any summary with more than 30% of words copied from the original.

- A penalty of 1 point will be given to any summary longer than 155 words or shorter than 120 words.

PART 2: Write an essay of about 250 words on the following topic. (30 points)

Nowadays, many people believe that school leavers should choose to do vocational courses rather than go to university to study academic study.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

The mark given to part 2 is based on the following criteria:

1. Task achievement/ fulfillment (10 points)

a. All requirements of the task are sufficiently addressed.

b. Ideas are adequately supported and elaborated with relevant and reliable explanations, examples, evidence, personal experience, etc.

2. Organization (10 points)

a. Ideas are well organized and presented with coherence, cohesion, and unity.

b. The essay is well-structured:

· Introduction is presented with a clear thesis statement introducing the points to be developed.

· Body paragraphs develop the points introduced with unity, coherence, and cohesion. Each body paragraph must have a topic sentence and supporting details and examples when necessary.

· Conclusion summarises the main points and states personal opinions (prediction, recommendation, consideration,…) on the issue.

3. Language use (5 points)

a. Demonstration of a variety of topic-related vocabulary

b. Excellent use and control of grammatical structures

4. Punctuation, spelling, and handwriting (5 points)

a. Correct punctuation and no spelling mistakes

b. Legible handwriting

Markers should discuss the suggested answers and the marking scale thoroughly before marking the papers.

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