Đề Thi Thử Tốt Nghiệp THPT Tiếng Anh 2027 - Đề Số 2

Spain wins the World Cup after Ferran Torres dethrones 10-man Argentina in extra time

Spain finally broke the persistent resistance of 10-man Argentina in extra time to win the men's World Cup for the second time. [I] The substitute winger Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal in the 106th minute of a tight, physical contest. [II] Argentina's aggressive defensive tactics were highlighted by Enzo Fernández receiving a second yellow card near the end of normal time, leaving his team to defend with ten players throughout extra time. [III] After the final whistle, another confrontation led to Leandro Paredes also receiving a red card. [IV]

Spain fully deserved their victory after controlling the tempo and generating 20 shot attempts compared to Argentina's two. Without an outstanding performance from Argentina goalkeeper Emi Martínez, who made several crucial saves, Spain would have claimed the lead much earlier. Argentina struggled offensively and did not record their first attempt on goal until late in the extra-time period, when Lionel Messi's shot was blocked.

The tournament's closing match was marked by extensive entertainment elements off the pitch. High-profile political figures and celebrities attended the event, which featured extended musical performances and ceremonies. An unusually long half-time show extended the interval to over 27 minutes. Despite the commercial distractions around the stadium, Spain's disciplined teamwork ultimately prevailed to earn them their second World Cup title following their 2010 triumph.

Habits are the automated routines that dictate our daily lives, allowing the brain to save valuable processing power. At the core of every habit is a neurological loop consisting of three distinct steps. First, there is a cue, a trigger that tells your brain to go into automatic mode. (11)_________. Finally, there is the reward, which helps your brain figure out if this particular loop is worth remembering for the future. Over time, this loop becomes more and more automatic, meaning that (12)_________. This is why someone (13)_________ might find themselves reaching for a pastry at 3 PM without even consciously deciding to do so. The brain has simply linked the afternoon slump to the joy of sugar. Breaking these deeply ingrained loops is notoriously difficult. (14)_________, we cannot actually erase an old habit, but can only replace it with a new behavior. By keeping the same cue and the same reward, but inserting a different routine, a healthier habit can emerge. (15)_________.
(Adapted from The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg)

You might think, “All world-class performers, whether in music, sports, or chess, achieve greatness simply through innate talent.” How does one know if they are truly maximizing their potential? Deliberate practice is an incredibly rigorous concept. While simple repetition is just the beginning, deliberate practice applies to far more than just mindless repetition.
Designing specific training tasks in skill acquisition is vital. Look at some of the top performers in field settings, like why a master grandmaster can instantly read a chessboard or a surgeon can execute a flawless incision under pressure. It is because they have constructed refined mental representations. They possess these mental frameworks because the focused drills they have designed and the targeted feedback they have sought have accumulated over time. They have pushed past comfort zones and subjected themselves (in a deliberate and measurable way) to immediate correction.
Deliberate practice also leaves a permanent mark on your cognitive architecture. If you maintain an unyielding focus and you keep refining your skills for decades upon decades, experts will notice. Your cognitive agility will literally end up being thousands of times more advanced than somebody else who was highly gifted but did not keep the active feedback loop going.
This is also true when you are working on individual weaknesses. If you have targeted a specific flaw for months or years and you still systematically isolate it during training, obviously you expose your blind spots, and the initial blunders are gone. All the complex executions in professional performance can happen quite fluidly because you have isolated the components – you know the technique will hold.
When you find the right domain to pursue, when you find the right mentors to guide you, practice deeply. Confronting challenges for decades is really how you achieve elite mastery in your field and in your cognitive development. So, deliberate practice is essential.

You might think, “All world-class performers, whether in music, sports, or chess, achieve greatness simply through innate talent.” How does one know if they are truly maximizing their potential? Deliberate practice is an incredibly rigorous concept. While simple repetition is just the beginning, deliberate practice applies to far more than just mindless repetition.
Designing specific training tasks in skill acquisition is vital. Look at some of the top performers in field settings, like why a master grandmaster can instantly read a chessboard or a surgeon can execute a flawless incision under pressure. It is because they have constructed refined mental representations. They possess these mental frameworks because the focused drills they have designed and the targeted feedback they have sought have accumulated over time. They have pushed past comfort zones and subjected themselves (in a deliberate and measurable way) to immediate correction.
Deliberate practice also leaves a permanent mark on your cognitive architecture. If you maintain an unyielding focus and you keep refining your skills for decades upon decades, experts will notice. Your cognitive agility will literally end up being thousands of times more advanced than somebody else who was highly gifted but did not keep the active feedback loop going.
This is also true when you are working on individual weaknesses. If you have targeted a specific flaw for months or years and you still systematically isolate it during training, obviously you expose your blind spots, and the initial blunders are gone. All the complex executions in professional performance can happen quite fluidly because you have isolated the components – you know the technique will hold.
When you find the right domain to pursue, when you find the right mentors to guide you, practice deeply. Confronting challenges for decades is really how you achieve elite mastery in your field and in your cognitive development. So, deliberate practice is essential.

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 from 29 to 34.
The Art of Digital Minimalism
In our hyper-connected world, many people treat their smartphones like a constant companion. (29)_________, to reclaim your focus and mental clarity, you must start treating technology like a specialized tool rather than a constant source of entertainment. The difference between a (30)_________ digital life and a highly productive day often lies in how intentionally you set your boundaries.
The 4 Golden Rules of Digital Minimalism According to recent productivity research, an effective digital detox must combine four core habits, (31)_________ drastically reduce cognitive overload.
☞ Intentional Spaces (Persona): Don't just browse mindlessly. Establish a strict rule: “Only open your laptop when you have a predefined task to complete in mind.”
☞ The 5-Minute Rule (Friction): Force your brain to pause before checking notifications. Adding a 5-minute waiting period has been proven to increase mindful choices and break the dopamine loop.
☞ Content Filters & Boundaries: Use (32)_________ like app blockers or physical zones to separate your deep work environments (33)_________ your leisure areas.
☞ Information Intake (Effort): For news and updates, you should carefully (34)_________ your daily consumption limits. Choose “High-Quality Newsletters” for weekly depth, but switch completely off from “Real-Time Feeds” to protect your attention span.

Read the following announcement and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 35 to 40.
UNESCO 2026: “Protecting Our Oceans for a Sustainable Future”
In an environment (35)_________ by climate change – from rising sea levels and warming oceans to extreme weather patterns and habitat loss – the ways humans interact with one (36)_________ to share natural resources are changing. While conservation efforts can restore coastal regions, they can also fall short of long-term success when (37)_________ is missing. This year's theme builds on UN-led global evidence showing that marine biodiversity is a vital part of planetary health, supporting economic stability (38)_________ environmental sustainability. Protecting these ecosystems helps reduce carbon emissions, strengthen climate resilience, support local communities, and contribute to a healthier planet.
By joining the essay contest, youth are encouraged to (39)_________ their own consumption habits and to explore how simple daily choices can foster environmental stewardship, kindness, and global responsibility. If you are interested in entering the competition, we (40)_________ invite you to consult the Official Guide 2026 and to contact your local coordinator for further guidance about participating. The guide is available in English, French, and Spanish.
(Adapted from UNESCO Earth Futures Campaigns)