ĐỀ SỐ 14 ĐỀ LUYỆN THI VÀO LỚP 10

(THANH HÓA)

PART A: PHONETICS
I. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
word whose underlined part differs from the other three in
pronunciation in each of the following questions.
1. A. opened B. seemed C. closed D. rested
2. A. wealthy B. without C. something D. thoughtful
3. A. healthy B. hygiene C. honest D. household
II. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress
in each of the following questions.
4. A. remain B. cover C. legend D. station
5. A. linguistics B. historic C. behaviour D. interact
PART B: VOCABULARY AND GRAMMAR
III. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct answer to each of the following questions.
6. The scientist made a __________ discovery that changed the way we
understand the universe.
A. deep B. major C. heavy D. high
7. The project was __________ successful despite the challenges.
A. highly B. deeply C. heavily D. widely
8. The company places great __________ on customer satisfaction.
A. emphasis B. pressure C. effect D. effort
9. The teacher __________ an explanation to help students understand the
complex topic.
A. did B. gave C. made D. took
10. He was very familiar __________ the local customs and traditions.
A. about B. with C. in D. on
IV. Supply the correct form of the words in capital.
11. The tour guide offered an informative ____________ of the historical
landmarks we visited. (DESCRIBE)
12. It’s ____________ that you should follow a regular training programme.
(ESSENCE)
13. My __________ was spent moving from place to place as my father was in
the army. (CHILD)
14. The house was ____________ destroyed by the fire. (COMPLETE)
15. Students are encouraged to read newspapers regularly to _____________
their knowledge. (WIDELY)
V. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct answer to each of the following questions.
16. I've been a vegetarian since I __________ a documentary about animals.
A. had watched B. watch C. would watch D. watched
17. She was tired, __________ she stayed up late to finish the book.
A. so B. although C. but D. since
18. I am proud __________ the progress I've made in learning a new language.
A. on B. about C. in D. of
19. It’s _________ that you should follow a regular training programme.
A. pleasant B. confident C. conscious D. essential
20. He doesn’t let anyone _____________ in the working time.
A. to talk B. talks C. talk D. to talking
21. I was surprised when an old friend of ______ turned up at the door.
A. me B. mine C. my D. I
22. We went to _____ Italian restaurant for dinner last night.
A. the B. a C. an D. 
23. The students listened __________ to the teacher's instructions before starting
the exam.
A. quickly B. carefully C. happily D. lazily
24. I asked them _______.
A. who came to meet them at the airport
B. who had came to meet them at the airport
C. who came to met them at the airport
D. who had come to met them at the airport
25. She made a big____________about not having a window seat on the plane.
A. fuss B. complaint C. interest D. excitement
PART C. READING
VI. Read the following passage and choose the most suitable from the
ones given on the box to fill in each gap.
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In the modern world, English has become the most widely used (26)
____________ language, helping people from different countries communicate
effectively. It is the primary language in international (27) ____________ ,
diplomacy, and academic research. Many universities and businesses require a
good (28) ____________ of English for admission or employment. Furthermore,
the internet and social media have played a major role in spreading English,
making it a (29) ____________ tool for global interaction. However, while English
is dominant, it is important to respect and preserve linguistic (30) ____________
to protect cultural heritage.
VII. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on
your answer sheet to indicate the correct word that best fits each of
the numbered blanks.
Rice is eaten by Vietnamese people every day. It often (31) ________ in tropical
countries such as Vietnam, Thailand or Malaysia. The Chinese have also been
growing rice for (32) ________ years. The seeds are planted in special beds to
grow into young rice plants. Then they are taken to fields covered (33) ________
muddy water called paddies. The fields of rice look very (34) ______. After 3 or 5
months, the rice is ready to be picked. People often drain away water before
collecting rice. Eating rice is a special action in the world. They don’t use
spoons or forks to enjoy bowls of rice. (35) ________, they use two short sticks
known as chopsticks to put rice into their mouths. China and Vietnam are the
two countries where people use chopsticks very well.
31. A. grows B. keeps C. plants D. stays
32. A. thousands B. thousands of C. thousand of D. thousand
33. A. in B. by C. with D. of
34. A. beauty B. beautiful C. beautifully D. the beauty
35. A. However B. Moreover C. Besides D. Instead
VIII. 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.
A green city is an urban area designed to be environmentally friendly and
sustainable. These cities focus on reducing pollution, conserving resources, and
promoting eco-friendly practices like recycling and energy efficiency. Green
cities also invest in expanding green spaces such as parks and rooftop gardens
to improve air quality and provide residents with natural surroundings.
One important feature of a green city is the use of renewable energy and smart
infrastructure. Many green cities rely on solar and wind power to reduce
dependence on fossil fuels. They also promote public transportation, cycling,
and electric vehicles to cut down on carbon emissions. Additionally, green
architecture, which includes energy-efficient buildings and sustainable
materials, plays a key role in maintaining environmental balance.
Besides environmental benefits, green cities improve the well-being of their
residents. Access to clean air and water, along with green spaces, helps reduce
stress and improve public health. Many cities also educate their communities
about sustainability through programs and initiatives. By prioritizing both
development and environmental protection, green cities serve as models for a
more sustainable future.
36. What is the passage mainly about?
A. The development of modern transportation
B. The characteristics and benefits of green cities
C. The history of environmental protection
D. The role of agriculture in urban areas
37. Which of the following is NOT true about green cities?
A. They promote the use of renewable energy sources.
B. They encourage cycling and public transportation.
C. They prioritize industrial expansion over the environment.
D. They focus on sustainability and reducing pollution.
38. The word "maintaining" in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to _____.
A. preserving B. destroying C. ignoring D. worsening
39. How do green cities reduce air pollution?
A. By banning all vehicles from city centers
B. By using renewable energy and encouraging eco-friendly transport
C. By increasing industrial activities
D. By cutting down trees for new roads
40. Why do green cities benefit public health?
A. They provide cleaner air, water, and more green spaces.
B. They limit access to healthcare and education.
C. They focus only on building skyscrapers.
D. They increase traffic congestion.
PART E: WRITING
IX. Rewrite each of the following sentences beginning as shown, so
that the meaning stay the same.
41. No smartphone in the FPT store is as expensive as this iPhone.
 This iPhone is the
42. "Let's hold a big party to welcome the newcomer." the term leader said.
 The team leader
43. Don’t walk outside without a sun hat or you will get sunburn.
 If
44. Although they are poor, they are very generous.
 In spite
45. There were many tree-lined streets in my hometown but now there is none
of them.
 There used
X. Rewrite each of the following sentences using given words so that it
keeps the same meaning. Do not change the form of the words given.
46. “I don’t think John will come”, said Bill. (DOUBTED)
 Bill
47. Finish your homework or you can’t go out with your friend. (IF)
 If
48. It took me 4 hours to read the first chapter of the book. (SPENT)
I
49. Snowboarding is more dangerous than tennis. (AS)
 Tennis is
50. He failed to win the race. (DIDN’T)
 He