SỞ GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO KỲ THI TUYỂN SINH VÀO LỚP 10 THPT

TẠO Môn thi: Tiếng Anh (Không chuyên)

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of
the following questions. (4.0 points)
Question 1: She was _____________ that he was very calm and solved the problem quietly.
A. admired B. admiring C. amazed D. amazing
Question 2: This restaurant is ______________ for its excellent dishes and service.
A. proud B. certain C. famous D. different
Question 3: Last weekend, I went on a school ____________ to Cue Phuong National Park.
A. flight B. travel C. journey D. trip
Question 4: There were six applications for the job, but four of them were ______________.
A. turned on B. turned down C. turned up D. turned off
Question 5: He is trying to ______________ the bad habit of using the Internet all day.
A. create B. cut C. break D. give
Question 6: As soon as I ______________ reading this book, I will lend it to you.
A. had finished B. finish C. has finished D. will finish
Question 7: Children should be taught how to use electronic devices to learn ____________.
A. affect B. effectively C. effective D. effect
Question 8: Jeans have never been out of _____________ as young people always like them.
A. fashion B. order C. question D. work
Question 9: The farmers went on harvesting the crop ______________ the heavy rain.
A. though B. because of C. despite D. because
Question 10: Parking is difficult in _____________ city centre, so he often goes there by bus.
A. the B. a C. 0 (no article) D. an
Question 11: With rapid scientific _______ humans will soon be able to inhabit other planets.
A. developing B. development C. developed D. develop
Question 12: When I was a child, I ______________ fly a kite in the field near my house.
A. use to B. am used toC. was used to D. used to
Question 13: Modern technology is widening the ______________ gap between parents and
their children.
A. age B. gender C. generation D. tradition
Question 14: New York is a ______________ city with people from all over the world.
A. historic B. local C. traditional D. multicultural
Question 15: The doctor advised me ______________ more vegetables and fresh fruit.
A. ate B. to eat C. eating D. eat
Question 16: This novel is much ______________ than the one I read last week.
A. as interesting B. the more interesting
C. the most Interesting D. more interesting
Question 17: This shopping mall, which _________ two years ago, attracts a lot of shoppers.
A. built B. was built C. will be built D. was building
Question 18: She went to Tay Ho village in Hue ______________ she could buy some bai tho
conical hats.
A. although B so that C. so as to D. therefore
Question 19: If parents spend more time with their children, they ______________ happier.
A. would be B. won’t be C. will be D. wouldn’t be
Question 20: She suggested that we ______________ money for the poor in the neighbourhood.
A. raising B. should raise C. to raise D. would raise
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that nee
coition In of the following questions. (1.0 point)
Question 21: Children often receive chocolate or sugar eggs at Easter Day.
A. sugar B. at C. receive D. chocolate
Question 22: Living in the countryside seems to be more peacefully than living in a big city.
A. seems B. Living C. in D. peacefully
Question 23: You usually help your parents with the housework, didn't you?
A. with B. your C. housework D. didn't
Question 24: Yesterday. Ha is absent from school as she caught a cold and had to stay at home.
A. at home B. from C. is D. a cold
Question 25: William is a helpless teacher and a good listener to his students.
A. and B. listener C. helpless D. his
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best
completes each of the following exchanges. (1.0 point)
Question 26: Laura is talking to her friend, Jenny.
Laura: Thank you for helping me with my project. - Jenny: “______________”
A. It was an excellent project. B. Congratulations!
C. Well, I like it. D. You're welcome.
Question 27: Tom is asking a passer-by on the street.
Tom: “Is there a chemist’s near here?" - Passer-by: “______________ "
A. On foot. B. Over there. Next to the bookshop.
C. Yes. that's right. D. Look it up in the dictionary.
Question 28: Alex and Sarah are talking about computer games.
Alex: “Playing computer games too much is not good for children’s health.’
Sarah: “______________. It also has a bad influence on their studies.'
A. You’re wrong B. I don’t agree with you
C. That’s right D. That’s not true
Question 29: Kate and Rosy are talking about the new classmate.
Kate. “______________”
Rosy: “He’s tall and thin with curly hair.’
A. Who does George look like? B. What does George look like?
C. What does George like? D. What does George do?
Question 30: Mrs. Cruise and Jimmy are talking about his study.
Mrs. Cruise: “You've made a lot of progress this term, Jimmy.’
Jimmy: “______________”
A. You are welcome. B. Oh, you are right
C. I got an A for Physics. D. Thank you. It’s really encouraging.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to
indicate the correct answer for each of the questions. (1.0 point)
Many children have music classes when they attend school. So how exactly can children
benefit from studying music?
According to some studies, musical training can develop the part of children's brain that is
involved with languages, so they can understand their own language better. It could also help
with learning a second language. What’s more, children who have studied music also seem to
score better in other areas. For example, reading music includes learning about quarter and half
notes, which are basically fractions, like in mathematics. And when children are learning about
rhythm, they are counting the notes in a piece of music. So these school subjects seem to be
connected.
Music can also let children explore new ideas, think in a creative way. and gam
confidence. If they are learning the guitar, it can be really exciting when they can invent their
own pieces of music Moreover, when they do that, they are also practising their listening skills
because they have to listen carefully to the music they are making. This is particularly important
when they perform with other people.
One of the biggest benefits, of course, is that listening to music helps children to be less
stressed. And creating music can make them feel the same way. And who knows? Maybe their
musical knowledge will open up a great career path for them in the future.
Question 31: According to the passage, which of the following statements IB NOT true?
A. Studying can help children learn languages better
B. Creating music helps improve children s listening skill
C. Children with musical knowledge are certain to have a great career path.
D. There may be some links between music reading and maths.
Question 32: The word “it” in paragraph 2 refers to ______________.
A. their own language B. children's brain
C. a second language D. musical training
Question 33: The word “stressed” in paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to ______________.
A. excited B. pleased C. satisfied D. worried
Question 34: What are children learning about when counting the notes in a piece of music?
A. another language B. fractions C. their mother tongue D. rhythm
Question 35: What is the main topic of the passage?
A. The influence of music on babies B. The link between music and maths
C. Career paths in music for children D. The benefits of learning music for children
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. (1.0 point)
Teenagers do not spend as much money as their parents think, according to the findings of a
recent survey. The survey (36) ______________ 300 teenagers, 13-18 years old, from all over
Britain. By the time they reach their teens. (37) ______________ children see their weekly
pocket money rise dramatically to an average of £20.
Greater access to cash among teenagers does not mean that they are more irresponsible. Although
they have more cash, (38) ______________ about debt is increasing. (39) ______________, most
children make an effort to put some aside for the future. Instead of wasting their pocket money on
sweets or magazines, the majority of the children (40) ______________ took part in the survey
save more than half of their cash.
Question 36: A. included B. combined C. counted D. showed
Question 37: A. every B. many C. each D. much
Question 38: A. worryingly B. worry C. worries D. worried
Question 39: A. However B. Although C. Therefore D. Whereas
Question 40: A. whom B. which C. whose D. who
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in
meaning to each of the following questions. (1.0 point)
Question 41: It's a pity that I can't come to the music festival next Sunday.
A. I wish I came to the music festival the next Sunday.
B. I wish I can come to the music festival next Sunday.
C. I wish I could come to the music festival next Sunday.
D. I wish I will be able to come to the music festival next Sunday.
Question 42: Someone has to pick the tourists up from the airport.
A. The tourists had to be picked up from the airport.
B. The tourists has to be picked up from the airport.
C. The tourists have to pick up from the airport.
D. The tourists have to be picked up from the airport.
Question 43: The house belongs to my grandparents. It was built in 1975.
A. The house which it belongs to my grandparents was built in 1975.
B. The house who belongs to my grandparents was built in 1975.
C. The house which belongs to my grandparents was built in 1975.
D. The house what belongs to my grandparents was built in 1975.
Question 44: “What time did you go to bed last night, Mike?" his mother asked.
A. Mike's mother asked him what time he had gone to bed last night.
B. Mike's mother asked him what time he has gone to bed the previous night.
C. Mike's mother asked him what time he had gone to bed the previous night.
D. Mike’s mother asked him what time he went to bed last night.
Question 45: We don't have enough time, so we can’t visit the pottery village.
A. If we had enough time, we could visit the pottery village.
B. If we have enough time, we could visit the pottery village
C. If we had enough time, we can visit the pottery village.
D. If we didn’t have enough time, we couldn't visit the pottery village.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct sentence that can
be ma from the given cues. (1.0 point)
Question 46: They/ close down/ water park/ it/ not safe/ children.
A. They have closed down the water park, so it is not safe for children.
B. They have closed down the water park because it is not safe for children
C. They have closed down the water park although it is not safe for children
D. They have closed down the water park, but it is not safe for children.
Question 47: The exercise/ too/ long/ the students/ do/ ten minutes.
A. The exercise was too long for the students to do in ten minutes.
B. The exercise was too long so that the students could not do it in ten minutes.
C. The exercise was too long for the students not to do in ten minutes.
D. The exercise was too long that the students had to do it in ten minutes.
Question 48: Students/ should/ take part/ many/ extracurricular activities/ as possible.
A. Students should take part in many extracurricular activities as possible.
B. Students should be taken part in as many extracurricular activities as possible.
C. Students should take part as many extracurricular activities as possible.
D. Students should take part in as many extracurricular activities as possible.
Question 49: This/ meaningful/ experience/ we/ have.
A. This is the more meaningful experience that we have ever had.
B. This is the most meaningful experience that we have ever had.
C. This is the most meaningful experience that we have never had.
D. This is the more meaningful experience than we have ever had.
Question 50: Those students/ volunteer/ provide meals/ schoolchildren/ remote areas.
A. Those students volunteered to provide meals with schoolchildren in remote areas.
B. Those students volunteered to provide meals for schoolchildren in remote areas.
C. Those students volunteered provide meals for schoolchildren in remote areas.
D. Those students volunteered providing meals for schoolchildren in remote areas.
 SỞ GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO KỲ THI TUYỂN SINH VÀO LỚP 10 THPT
TẠO Môn thi: Tiếng Anh
Thời gian làm bài: 60 phút (Không kể thời gian giao đề)

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the
rest in position of the underlined part in each of the following questions.
Question 1: A. construction B. camera C. company D. cinema
Question 2: A. such B. much C. push D. fun
Question 3: A. appointed B. visited C. decided D. damaged
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the
rest in pronunciation of the main stress in each of the following questions.
Question 4: A. holiday B. attention C. balcony D. national
Question 5: A. cartoon B. teacher C. letter D. student
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the
following questions.
Question 6: Jack ____________ the computer and checked his email.
A. took off B. turned on C. gave up D. made up
Question 7: Hurricane Andrew swept through southern Florida ____________ 1992.
A. for B. on C. at D. in
Question 8: Helen isn’t good at Maths. She wishes she ____________ it well.
A. studies B. studied C. is studying D. has studied
Question 9: Her teacher was ____________ at how quickly she came up with the answer.
A. surprise B. surprising C. surprised D. surprisingly
Question 10: Your parents have just retired, ____________?
A. haven't they B. have they C. don’t they D. do they
Question 11. Dad: How’s Kevin at his new school?
Mom: He has no difficulty making friends and _____________ on pretty well.
A. get B. got C. was getting D. is getting
Question 12: Tourists are impressed by the ____________ of Ha Long Bay.
A. beauty B. beautify C. beautiful D. beautifully
Question 13: Ba is ____________ than any other student in his class.
A. much taller B. much tall C. the tallest D. as tall
Question 14: A newspaper which is published every day is called a ____________ newspaper.
A. yearly B. monthly C. daily D. weekly
Question 15: The Smiths ____________ live in the countryside before they moved to this city.
A. used to B. is used to C. uses to D. was used to
Question 16: The population of that area has ____________ from 22,000 to 25,000 over the past
2 years.
A. increased B. decreased C. reduced D. improved
Question 17: We're going to consolidate what we’ve learnt so far by ____________ some
exercises today.
A. making B. doing C. performing D. putting
Question 18: A new bridge ____________ across the river by these workers last year.
A. built B. was built C. builds D. has built
Question 19: I can’t work effectively at home ____________ it is too noisy.
A. in spite of B. because C. although D. because of
Question 20: My children enjoy ____________ about wild animals and natural mysteries.
A. to read B. read C. reading D. to reading
Question 21:
Why has Josh sent this message?
A. to ask George to go camping with him
next weekend
B. to ask if George will lend him some
camping equipment
C. to tell George about a new tent he’s
going to buy
D. to tell George to buy a tent

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in
meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 22: Many people left the cinema early because the film was boring.
A. fascinating B. uninteresting C. exciting D. surprising
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in
meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 23: We need to find ways of producing energy without destroying the environment.
A. changing B. protecting C. creating D. damaging
Mark the letter A. B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to
complete each of the following exchanges.
Question 24: Nick and Mary are at their office
Nick: “Thank you for your advice, Mary.” - Mary. “____________”
A. Have a good day B. Same to you C. Good idea D. You’re welcome
Question 25: John is talking with Peter, his classmate.
John: “Would you like to go Olli for dinner with my family?” – Peter: “____________”
A. I agree with you B. Yes. I'd love to C. Never mind D. That’s right
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to show the underlined part that needs
correction in each of the following questions.
Question 26: Jane listens usually to pop music when she has free time.
A. listens usually B. pop C. when D. free
Question 27: The number of people working in agriculture falls in the last decade.
A. number B. in C. falls D. decade
Question 28: I think that the talk about American movies is both informative and entertained.
A. think B. American C. both D. entertained
Question 29: Our new colleague is self-educated, hard-working, energetic, and always tells the
truth.
A. new B. self-educated C. energetic D. always tells the truth
Question 30: There are only one task that we need to complete today.
A. are B. that C. need D. complete
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer to indicate sentence that is closest in meaning to
each of the following questions.
Question 31: It is two weeks since she last called me.
A. She has called me for two weeks. B. She did not call me for two weeks ago.
C. She has not called me for two weeks. D. She called me for two weeks.
Question 32: Children should avoid spending too much time watching television.
A. It is a good idea for children not to spend too much time watching television.
B. It is not a good idea for children spends too much time watching television.
C. It is a good idea for children to spend too much time watching television.
D. It IS not a good idea for children spending too much time watching television.
Question 33: Tom asked his classmate: “Are you joining us for the party this weekend?".
A. Tom asked his classmate if he is joining them for the party that weekend.
B. Tom asked his classmate if was he joining them for the party that weekend.
C. Tom asked his classmate if he was joining them for the party that weekend.
D. Tom asked his classmate if is he joining them for the party that weekend.
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines
each pair of sentences in the following questions.
Question 34: The taxi driver is friendly. He took me to the airport yesterday.
A. The taxi driver who took me to the airport yesterday is friendly.
B. The taxi driver which took me to the airport yesterday is friendly.
C. The taxi driver whom took me to the airport yesterday is friendly.
D. The taxi driver is friendly who took me to the airport yesterday.
Question 35: He smokes too much. He can’t get rid of his cough.
A. If he didn’t smoke so much, he could get rid of his cough.
B. If he smokes so much, he can’t get rid of his cough.
C. If he didn’t smoke so much, he can get rid of his cough.
D. If he smoked so much, he could get rid of his cough.
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 to each of the numbered blanks.
One electronic device that I find extremely (36) _____________ in my daily life is my
smartphone. It’s an essential tool (37) _____________ allows me to stay connected with friends,
family, and colleagues. I use it to make phone calls, send text messages, and check my email on
the go. it's also my primary camera for (38) _____________ photos and recording videos. In
addition to these basic functions, my smartphone is loaded with a variety of apps that help me
(39) _____________ everything from navigation to productivity. Whether I need to book a ride,
order food, or check the weather, mv smartphone is always there to help me get things done
quickly and efficiently. I can't (40) _____________ going a day without it!
Question 36: A. useless B. usefully C. useful D. use
Question 37: A. who B. which C. where D. what
Question 38: A. showing B. making C. taking D. catching
Question 39: A. with B. for C. on D. of
Question 40: A. guess B. think C. help D. imagine
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 following questions.
Last weekend, there was a soccer match in the city park. Two local teams, the Ventures
and the Airbobs, competed against each other. Many people came to watch the game and cheer
for their favorite team.
 The match started at 3 p.in and came to an end at 4 p.m. The Ventures wore blue jerseys,
while the Airbobs wore yellow jerseys. The Ventures played very well and scored two goals,
while tile Airbobs scored only one goal. The crowd was excited and cheered loudly whenever a
goal was scored.
The weather was perfect for the game. The sun was shining, and there was a gentle breeze.
The players ran fast and showed great skill in passing and shooting the ball. The referee did a
good job of keeping the game fair and making sure all the rules were followed.
In the second half of the game, both teams fought hard to score more goals. The Ventures
were determined to keep their lead, while the Airbobs were eager to catch up. The players were
exhausted, but they didn't give up. Finally, when the whistle blew, the Ventures won the match
with a score of 2-1.
Question 41: Where did the Ventures and the Airbobs compete against each otter?
A. in the city stadium B. in the playground
C. on the beach D. in the city park
Question 42: The match lasted for _____________.
A. three hours B. four hours C. two hours D. one hour
Question 43: The word “jerseys” in paragraph 2 most means “shirts worn by the people who”
_____________.
A. cheered for their favorite team B. watched a sports event
C. played a sports game D. controlled a sports game
Question 44: What did the spectators do during half-time?
A. They watched the players practice. B. They played soccer in the nearby playground.
C. They bought snacks and drinks D. They rested and hydrated
Question 45: The word “they” in the last paragraph refers to _____________
A. goals B. spectators C. children D. layers
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 following questions.
Being fluent in more than one language has numerous advantages that extend beyond
communication. Multilingualism offers cognitive, social, and professional benefits, making it a
valuable skill in todays interconnected world.
One of the cognitive benefits of multilingualism is improved memory and attention.
Learning and switching between different languages exercises the brain, enhancing its ability to
remember and process information. Multilingual individuals often display better problem-solving
skills and increased mental flexibility. In terms of social benefits, being multilingual allows for
better cross-cultural understanding and empathy. Language is closely tied to culture, and by
speaking multiple languages, individuals gain insights into different cultural perspectives. This
promotes tolerance, open-mindedness, and the ability to connect with people from diverse
backgrounds. Professionally, being multilingual opens up a world of opportunities. In an
increasingly globalized job market, employers value -Individuals who can communicate
effectively with international partners and clients. Multilingual employees are often sought after
in industries such as tourism, diplomacy, and international business. Moreover, learning multiple
languages can boost academic performance. Research has shown that multilingual students tend
to have better problem-solving skills, enhanced creativity, and improved overall academic
achievement.
While learning multiple languages require dedication and effort, the benefits are well
worth it. It not only broadens one’s horizons but also contributes to personal growth and
understanding of die world.
Question 46: Which could be the best title for the passage?
A. The Cognitive Benefits of Multilingualism
B. The Benefits of Multilingualism
C. Multilingualism in the Globalized Job Market
D. How to Become Multilingual
Question 47: Tile word “it” in tile fiis.t paragraph refers to _____________.
A. advantage B. Communication C. language D. multilingualism
Question 48: What cognitive advantage does multilingualism offer?
A. Increased creativity and artistic skills B. Enhanced memory and attention
C. Improved physical fitness D. Greater musical abilities
Question 49: It can be inferred from the passage that multilingual individuals are in high demand
in the professional fields of.
A. education and healthcare B. international business and law
C. technology and diplomacy D. tourism and diplomacy
Question 50: Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage?
A. Multilingualism fosters cross-cultural understanding and empathy.
B. Being multilingualism does not bring people a lot of job opportunities.
C. Multilingualism individuals often show increased physical flexibility.
D. It needs little effort and dedication to learn multiple languages.