REVISION FOR THE SECOND-TERM TEST (2024-2025) ENGLISH 8

PART A. SPEAKING
I. Talk about yourself: name, age, family, school, class, hobby, best friends,
II. Talk about one of the topics:
Topic 1: The advantages or disadvantages of a type of shopping.
Topic 2: Water problem in your neighbourhood.
Topic 3: The advantages or disadvantages of a way of modern communication.
PART B. USE OF ENGLISH
I. Read the following announcement and choose the correct option.
Announcement
Shopping Trip
This Saturday, our class (1)…….. a trip to City Mall. We (2)………. at the school gate at 8:15 a.m. Please don't be
late! Don't forget to bring some (3)….. if you want to buy souvenirs or snacks. You'll find many interesting (4)…. at
the mall, such as clothes, books, and gifts. The food court is (5).......the cinema and the shoe store, so we'll meet
there for lunch at 12.30. If you have any questions, feel free to ask your teacher or Linh. She's a close friend of (6)
….. and knows all the details.
1A is having B. have C. has
2are meeting B. met C. meeting
3. A. water B. clothes C. money
4. A. prices B. items C. places
5.A. between B. on C. under
6. A. mine B. me C. I
Announcement
Class Shopping Trip
This Friday, our class (1)...... a visit to the new shopping center. We (2) ... at the school gate at 8:00 a.m., so please
be on time. Remember to bring your (3)… in case you want to buy something. There are many stores with great
(4) ..... like clothes, books, and souvenirs. We'll meet lunch at the food court, which is (5)……… the supermarket
and the bookstore. If you have any questions, ask Mr. Lee or me. You can also talk to Linh. She's a friend of
(6)......... and helped organize the trip..
1. A. has B. is having C. have
2. A. meet B. meeting C. are meeting
3.A. money B. lunch C.map
4. items B. places C. messages
5.A between. B. on C. in
6. A. I B. me C. nine
II. Read the following advertisement and the correct option:
Advertisement
Science and Technology: Shaping Our Future
• Last month, while engineers (1) on a new project, they made an exciting discovery.
• The company announced that they had created a technology that could......... the oceans.
• This new (3)...will be available to the public in the coming months.
• The product will be released (4)...............January next year.
• The team has been working hard (5)……...... this breakthrough for months.
• Scientists said that technology (6)………….. the planet's future.
1. A. were working B. worked C. works
2. A. cleaned B. cleaning C. clean
3. A. invention B. invitation C. information
4. A. at B. on C. in
5. A. on B. in C. by
6. A. will help B. had helped C. would help
Advertisement
Science and Technology
Last week, a famous (1) ..........visited our school to talk about the future of .... technology. He introduced some
exciting new (2)…………. that can help students with their studies. While he (3) ...... the robot, students were
amazed by its capabilities. The event started (4)......…. 10 a.m and lasted for two hours. We were very excited
(5) ........Thursday when we saw the robot perform live. Our teacher said that this technology (6)....... Change the
way we learn.
1. A. teacher B. scientist C. artist
2. devices B. animals C. plants
3. A. explains B. explained C. was explaining
4. A. in B. on C. at
5. A. at B. in C. on
6. A. will B. can C. could
PART C. READING
I. Read the passage and choose the best answer to complete the blanks.
Passage 1: The protection of our environment is essential for the well-being of all living creatures. Many human
activities, such as deforestation, pollution, and overconsumption, have led to severe damage to the natural world. (1)
....... is one of the most effective ways to combat these environmental issues. It helps reduce pollution and preserve
natural resources. (2) ....., using renewable energy sources like solar or wind power can significantly reduce the
amount of greenhouse gases emitted into the atmosphere. In addition, (3)........also plays a vital role in protecting
biodiversity. By reducing waste and conserving water, we can ensure that ecosystems remain healthy and resilient.
Striving to protect the environment (4)........small actions, such as recycling, reducing plastic use, and planting trees.
Every effort counts in making a difference. Governments around the world need to implement policies that.
encourage sustainable (5)........ Ultimately the responsibility to protect our planet also lies with each individual. We
must all do our part to create a cleaner, healthier world (6).........future generations.
1. A. Recycling B. Deforestation C. Urbanization
2. A. Moreover B. Therefore C. However
3. A. Education B. Awareness C. Technology
4. A. involve B. involves C. is involving
5. A. develop B. developing C. development
6. A. by B. with C. for
Passage 2: Environmental protection is a responsibility that we all share. In recent years, human activities such as
deforestation, pollution, and overconsumption of natural resources have caused significant harm to the environment.
One of the most important steps we can take is (1)....... to reduce waste. Recycling, reusing, and reducing are
essential strategies to minimize the amount of trash we create. (2)......using energy-efficient appliances can help
reduce energy consumption and lower our carbon footprint. Another critical action is the conservation of water.
(3) .......we waste water, it becomes more (4)......to provide clean drinking water to everyone. Governments and
organizations also play a key role in environmental protection by implementing policies that promote sustainability.
Individuals can contribute by choosing eco-friendly products and reducing plastic use. In addition public awareness
campaigns can educate people on the (5).......of protecting the environment. (6)…….. everyone works together, we
can ensure a cleaner, healthier planet for future generations.
1. A. recycling B. wasting C. pollution
2. A. Therefore B. However C. Moreover
3. A. If B. When C. Although
4. A. easy B. quickly C. difficult
5. A. important B. importance C. important
6. A. If B. Unless C. when
II. Read the passage and choose the best answer A, B or C to each of the following questions
Passage 1: In the future, communication will change drastically thanks to new technologies. People will be able to
connect instantly using holograms, allowing them to see each other as if they were in the same room. Smart glasses
and contact lenses will become common, helping people communicate without holding phones or looking at
screens. Voice assistants and AI will help translate languages in real-time, making it easier to talk to someone from
another country. Social media platforms will evolve to create more immersive experiences where people can
interact in virtual worlds. Brain-to-brain communication might even become possible, allowing thoughts to be
shared directly between people. Overall, communication in the future will be more immersive, interactive, and
convenient.
1. How will people communicate in the future?
A. Through written letters B. Using holograms C. Using traditional phones
2. What will smart glasses and contact lenses help people do?
A. Listen to music B. Communicate without holding phones C. Play video games
3. What will AI help with in the future?
A. Cooking meals B. Translating languages in real-time C. Cleaning homes
4. What will social media platforms in the future offer?
A. More text-based posts B. More immersive virtual experiences C. Only photos
5. What could brain-to-brain communication allow people to do?
A. Share thoughts directly B. Send emails faster C. Watch movies together
6. How will communication in the future be different?
A. Less interactive B More immersive and interactive C. More traditional
Passage 2: In the future, communication will be revolutionized by technology. People will be able to communicate
instantly using advanced video calls with holograms, making it feel like they are physically together. Devices such
as smart watches and earphones will allow us to send messages and make calls without needing to touch a screen.
Language barriers will be reduced thanks to real-time translation, which will allow people to speak to others in any
language. Social media platforms will become more immersive, allowing people to interact in virtual environments.
Additionally, advancements in brain-to- brain communication could let people share thoughts directly, making
conversations even faster and easier. The future of communication will be more connected, interactive, and efficient
than ever before.
1. What will help reduce language barriers in the future?
A. Video calls with holograms B. Real-time translation C. Social media platforms
2. How will people communicate using smart devices in the future?
A. By using gestures B. By sending messages and making calls without touching a screen
C. By sending written letters
3. What will social media platforms allow people to do in the future?
A. Post more pictures B. Interact in virtual environments C. Write longer posts
4. What is a potential future technology for communication?
A. Brain-to-brain communication B. Printed letters C. Telepathy without technology
5. How will communication in the cure feel?
A. Slower and more complicated B. More connected, interactive, and efficient C. More isolated and difficult
6. What is one feature of video calls in the future?
A. Using holograms to make it feel like being together
B. Only allowing text messages
C. Allowing people to communicate without any devices
III. Read short emails and choose the best answer A, B or C to each of the following questions:
Subject: The Impact of Science and Technology
Dear Sam,
I hope you're doing well! I wanted to share my thoughts on how science and technology are changing our world.
With the advancement of technology, we can now do things that were once thought impossible. For example,
medical breakthroughs have allowed doctors to cure diseases that were once deadly. Technology has also made
communication faster and easier through the internet and smartphones. In the future, I believe science will continue
to improve our daily lives, from smarter homes to faster transportation. I'm really excited to see how these
advancements will shape the future. Take care
Alex
1. What is the main topic of the email?
A. Traveling the world B. Science and technology C. Learning new languages
2. What has science and technology allowed doctors to do?
A. Build houses B. Cure diseases C. By building better roads
3. How has technology made communication easier?
A. By using smartphones and the internet B. By sending letters C. Travel to space
4. What is Alex excited about?
A. Exploring outer space B. Seeing how science will improve the future C. Going on a vacation
5. What is one example of technology mentioned in the email?
A. Space stations B. Smartphones C. Traditional mail
6. What will science continue to improve, according to the email?
A. The weather B. Our daily lives C. Art and music
Subject: The Influence of Science and Technology
Dear Anna,
I hope everything is going great with you! I've been thinking a lot about how science and technology are
transforming our lives. In recent years, technology has made many things easier, like communicating with people
around the world instantly. Also, science has helped us understand the universe better, leading to incredible
discoveries in space and medicine. One of the most exciting things is how technology is being used in education,
making learning more interactive and accessible. I believe these changes will only continue to improve our future.
What are your thoughts on how science and technology will evolve in the next decade?
Best regards,
Tom
1. What is the main topic of the email?
A. Science and technology B. Travel and adventure C. Sports and entertainment
2. How has technology affected communication?
A. It has made it slower B. It has made it easier and faster C. It has stopped communication
3. What has science helped us understand better?
A. Our daily routines B. The universe and medicine C. History and culture
4. How is technology being used in education?
A. By making learning more interactive and accessible
B. By making it harder to learn C. By removing teachers from schools
5. What does Tom think will happen in the future?
A. Science and technology will continue to improve
B. Technology will stop advancing
C. We will stop using science and technology
6. What is Tom asking Anna about at the end of the email?
A. Her thoughts on science and technology in the next decade
B. Her opinion on education C. Her favorite technology
PART D. WRITING
I. Rerrange the words or phrase to make complete and meaningful sentences
1. the park/children/playing/in/happily/were/when/found/them/I/ the
A. The children were playing happily in the park when them found I.
B. The children were playing happily in the park when I found them.
C. The children were playing happily when them found I in the park.
2. in/line/on/get/to/stood/front/a/bus/me/in/the/Jack/of
A. Jack stood in front of me in a line to get on the bus.
B. Jack stood in front of me in a line to get on the car.
C. Jack stood in front of her in a line to get on the bus.
3. uncle's/the/of/street/this/end/at/house/My/is
A. My aunt's house is at the end of this street.
B. My uncle's house is at the end of this street.
C My uncle's house is of this street at the end.
4. is/ this/ room/ and/ the/ my parent's /are/theirs/ clothes.
A. This is my parent's clothes and the room are theirs.
B. This is theirs room and the clothes are my parent's.
C. This is my parent's room and the clothes are theirs.
5. homework/my/more/ difficult/ is/ than/ his.
A. His homework is more difficult than my.
B. My homework is difficult more than his.
C. My homework is more difficult than his.
6. yours/ is/ that not/ bag/ think/ I/ hers/it/is.
A. I think that bag is not yours, it is hers.
B. Yours is that bag, I think it not is hers.
C. That is not yours bag I think it hers is.
II. Choose the best answer A, B or C to indicate the sentence which is closest in meaning to the original one:
1. We will meet at 5 o'clock.
A. We will meet at five in the afternoon. B. We meet on five o'clock. C. We will meet at five o'clock.
2. The meeting is on Monday.
A. The meeting is scheduled on Monday. B. The meeting is scheduled in Monday.
C. The meeting is scheduled at Monday.
3. She said, "I am going to the party tonight."
A. She said that she is going to the party that night.
B. She said that she was going to the party that night.
C. She said that I am going to the party that night.
4. He said, "I will call you tomorrow."
A. He said that he will call you the next day.
B. He said that he would call me the next day.
C. He said that I will call you the next day.
5. They said, "We are leaving at noon."
A. They said that they are leaving at noon.
B. They said that they were leaving at noon.
C. They said that we were leaving at noon.
6. A student said "We can learn many skills from steam classes."
A. A student said that they can learn many skills from steam classes.
B. A student said that we could learn many skills from steam classes.
C. A student said that they could learn many skills from steam classes.
III. Choose one of these following topics and write a paragraph about 80-100 words.
Topic 1: The advantages or disadvantages of a type of shopping.
Topic 2: Water problem in your neighbourhood.
Topic 3: The advantages or disadvantages of a way of modern communication.