Đề thi giữa học kì 2 Tiếng Anh lớp 12 Global Success có đáp án (Đề 6)

Read the following advertisement 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.

AI Assistant Pro – Revolutionizing Your Daily Tasks

    AI Assistant Pro is a cutting-edge AI-powered tool designed to simplify daily tasks and (1) ________ productivity. This intelligent system automates (2) ________ work, reducing manual effort significantly. With AI-generated reports, it provides accurate insights in seconds, helping users make informed decisions. Its user-friendly interface is designed for both professionals and beginners, ensuring a seamless experience.

    By uploading data (3) ________ the system, users can generate detailed analyses within minutes. The (4) ________ allows better task management, helping users stay organized. Real-time updates ensure deadlines are met efficiently, giving businesses a competitive edge. AI Assistant Pro is trusted by thousands, offering personalized solutions based on specific needs. (5) ________ to adapt, it integrates easily with existing tools, helping companies (6) ________ a competitive edge in an increasingly digital world. Make contact with us today to get a free trial and experience the future of AI-driven efficiency.

Read the following leaflet 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.

The Changing Role of Media in the Digital Age

Important Facts:

·       The media serves as the (7) ________ of modern communication, shaping how people access news and information.

·       The rise of digital platforms has made print newspapers (8) ________, leading to declining sales.

·       Social media networks (9) ________ the rapid spread of news, often influencing public opinion.

·       While digital media dominates, (10) ________ traditional news outlets still maintain credibility and trust.

Current Issues in Media:

·       A huge (11) ________ of fake news is being shared online every day, spreading confusion among the public.

·       (12) ________ concerns over biased reporting, many people still rely on media for daily updates.

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    Biodiversity on our planet is rapidly declining mainly due to human activities such as climate change and pollution. (13) ________. The emergence of artificial intelligence has dramatically changed wildlife protection. Conservationists are now turning to AI to find solutions to the rapid loss of plants and animals.

    One of the biggest threats to endangered species is poaching for commercial purposes. Therefore, it is essential to stop this illegal activity in forests and nature reserves. However, rangers, (14) ________, find it hard to monitor wildlife and prevent poaching. That is why many national parks are using AI cameras to track both animals and poachers. Furthermore, the cameras (15) ________. The cutting-edge technology is even effective at night when poachers operate under cover of darkness. The AI cameras are designed to automatically notice any illegal cars or boats entering forests or other protected areas.

    Another factor responsible for the decline in biodiversity is habitat loss. When natural habitats or environmental conditions change, it's nearly impossible for scientists to identify the changes until they discover strong evidence. For example, some countries have faced increasing pressure from climate change and economic growth, and have lost a huge amount of surface water. (16) ________, AI has enabled scientists to identify and analyse nationwide environmental changes that would otherwise go unnoticed. AI has played an important role in collecting data and analysing the factors affecting wildlife, (17) ________.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best arrangement of utterances or sentences to make a meaningful exchange or text in each of the following questions.

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions from 23 to 30.

The way in which we search for and buy products has changed vastly since the internet’s inception. No longer faced with the intimidating task of trawling through shop rails, counters or baskets, products are now accessible in a few clicks, scrolls and taps. Now, social media platforms like TikTok are pushing our access to and awareness of products further, changing the boundaries between education and entertainment through creator content, and regenerating the user shopping journey.

    TikTok’s ability to adapt to trends and demands from users, integrating features like TikTok Shop to enable users to streamline their shopping and platform experience, have empowered the platform to stay ahead of the curve by providing brands, users and creators with the tools they need to work seamlessly together. The hashtag #TikTokMadeMeBuyIt is testament to the success of this, currently totalling 61.6 billion views and counting.

TikTok’s aim to create a bespoke user journey for shoppable ads doesn’t just stop at TikTok Shop. In an effort to also close the gap between organic content and performance, TikTok has recently bought out a set of new features, such as the ‘Comment Anchor’, which allows a creator to include a landing page link within content at the top of their comment section – so to allow for the option of increased lower funnel performance through Organic posting.

    Lending itself to the naturally curious, TikTok houses content from niche and expert creators, so users can find out directly from experts their opinions on topics. This content, which stems from curiosity, guides a shopping experience for users that enables authenticity from both the creators they love and the brands they rave about, creating a more successful and stronger match for the audiences engaged.

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    Think of an endangered species. What comes to mind? The giant panda and the blue whale? And what do these creatures all have in common? They’re known as “charismatic megafauna”, in other words, large species of animals which appeals to a lot of people. However, less well-known or “exciting” creatures are far more likely to actually become extinct because they don’t get enough attention from researchers.

    The Ugly Animal Preservation Society’s mascot is the blobfish, voted the world’s ugliest animal. [I] With its tiny eyes, big mouth and slimy pink body it’s far from attractive. [II] As a result, it has tiny fins and no skeleton, which keeps it from being crushed by the water pressure. [III] Unfortunately, when fishing boats sweep the ocean floor, looking for other fish and crustaceans, these fish can get swept into the nets accidentally, which is causing their numbers to drop. [IV]

    The California condor is another accidental victim of human activity. These huge birds with bald heads and big beaks weigh up to fourteen kilos, have a wingspan of up to two metres and can live as long as sixty years. They play an important role in the ecosystem by feeding on dead animals, thus preventing the spread of disease. Reintroduced into the wild after becoming extinct, other than in captivity, they are now under threat once more because of chemical pesticides introduced into the food chain and lead poisoning from the ammunition used to kill the animals they feed on.

    Other creatures become endangered precisely because people find them ugly. Take the aye-aye for example. Found only on the island of Madagascar, the aye-aye is the world’s largest nocturnal primate. During the day they sleep in nests in the trees, coming out to hunt at night. They are solitary creatures, furry, but strange looking, with big eyes, large ears and long, thin, pointed fingers. The middle finger is particularly thin, and they use it to gently knock on trees. Then they reach into the tree and pull out any insects that respond to the knocking.

    Unfortunately, the way they look means that they are traditionally considered an omen of bad luck. Some people even believe that if they point that thin middle finger at someone, they will die. As a result, they are often killed, even though, like many endangered species, they are now protected by law.

(Adapted from High Note by Rachael Roberts and Caroline Krantz)