Ðề ôn thi tiếng Anh vào lớp 10 TP HCM 2025 - Mã đề
thi DTA-179
Choose the word / phrase / sentence that best fits the space or best
answers the question given in each sentence.
Question 1
Which word has the underlined part pronounced differently from that of the others?
 1. confirm
 2. without
 3. practice
 4. nothing
Question 2
Which word has the underlined part pronounced differently from that of the others?
 1. photograph
 2. safety
 3. senator
 4. lecture
Question 3
Which word has a different stress pattern from that of the others?
 1. discuss
 2. outlet
 3. translate
 4. repair
Question 4
Which word has a different stress pattern from that of the others?
 1. romantic
 2. whoever
 3. mechanic
 4. energy
Question 5
David: Should I share this funny meme on my profile ______ save it for later?
Emily: You should definitely share it! It'll make everyone laugh.
 1. or
 2. so
 3. but
 4. and
Question 6
Stylist: Have you ever considered bangs? They'd look amazing ______ your face shape.
Stylist: Have you ever considered bangs? They'd look amazing ______ your face shape.
Sarah: Hmm, I'm not sure...
 1. with
 2. to
 3. on
 4. at
Question 7
Mary: I love adding some Greek yogurt ______ my oatmeal in the morning.
Peter: Really? I've never tried that.
 1. on
 2. to
 3. in
 4. at
Question 8
Shop Assistant: Can I help you find anything?
Customer: Yes, I'm looking for a clothing ______ that uses organic cotton.
 1. size
 2. color
 3. style
 4. brand
Question 9
John: Did you bring your camera with the telephoto lens?
David: No, I left ______ one at home.
 1. those
 2. this
 3. these
 4. that
Question 10
Sarah: I love the ______ scent of freshly cut grass in the park.
John: Me too, it reminds me of spring.
 1. floral
 2. rotten
 3. smoky
 4. invigorating
Question 11
Mary: I can't believe they just ______ in and left their trash everywhere!
John: I know, it's so disrespectful to the park and other people.
John: I know, it's so disrespectful to the park and other people.
 1. dropped
 2. strolled
 3. marched
 4. wandered
Question 12
Ava: What is the most important thing that art gives us besides beauty?
John: I believe it is ______. Art helps us to understand different cultures and ideas.
 1. insight
 2. opposition
 3. creation
 4. decision
Question 13
Sarah: Can you direct me to the Egyptian exhibit?
David: ______
 1. Not problem.
 2. No problem.
 3. It not a problem.
 4. No problems.
Question 14
Sarah: ______
Emily: I agree, their pasta is simply divine!
 1. Have you seen the new Italian film that just came out?
 2. I'm craving a big plate of french fries right now.
 3. We should go to Luigi's Italian Bistro sometime.
 4. Italian food is too heavy for me most of the time.
Look at the sign or the notice. Choose the best answer for questions 15
and 16.
Question 15
You see this sign on the door of a youth club. What does it mean?
 1. You are not allowed to bring your own playing cards or dice into the youth club.
 2. The youth club has a ban on all card games, except for games with kings and aces.
 3. You cannot play card games with more than four people in the youth club.
 4. You are not allowed to play card games or other gambling games in the youth club.
Question 16
What does the sign say?
Level up your hygiene game!             Maintain personal cleanliness and health. #HealthyHabits
 1. You can achieve good health without hygiene.
 2. You should improve your hygiene practices for better health.
 3. You should play more games to improve hygiene.
 4. You shouldn't worry too much about cleanliness.
Choose the word that best fits each space in the following passage
Dear Sarah,
I wanted to share my recent (17) ______ with you. Remember how I was feeling so (18) ______ about the dance
competition? I almost gave up, but then I remembered your advice about perseverance. You always say that
(19) ______ is the key to success, and you were right! I kept (20) ______ every single day, even when it was
tough. In the end, all my hard work (21) ______ . I didn't win, but I performed well and felt so proud of myself.
You were a true friend to remind me about the (22) ______ of never giving up.
Thank you,
Jessica
 1. problem
 2. excitement
 3. secret
 4. experience
 1. powerful
 2. discouraged
 3. thrilled
 4. joyful
 1. money
 2. luck
 3. talent
 4. persistence
 1. hoping
 2. practicing
 3. thinking
 4. dreaming
 1. ran out
 2. paid off
 3. went away
 4. gave up
 1. fun
 2. importance
 3. danger
 4. result
Read the following brochure of a mental health awareness event. Decide
whether the statements from 23 to 26 are True or False and choose the
correct answer to complete the statements in the question 27 and 28.
Question 23
The event aims to educate people about managing stress effectively.
 1. True
 2. False
Question 24
Only individuals experiencing mental health challenges can attend the event.
 1. True
 2. False
Question 25
Participants can engage in physical activities like yoga.
 1. True
 2. False
Question 26
The event will feature a live music performance.
 1. True
 2. False
Question 27
Individuals attending the event can expect to ______.
 1. participate in competitive sports
 2. engage in fundraising activities
 3. connect with mental health experts
 4. receive personalized therapy sessions
Question 28
All of the following statements are mentioned in the brochure EXCEPT ______.
 1. Attendees will have access to refreshments.
 2. There will be opportunities to talk to therapists.
 3. Participants need to have prior experience in yoga and meditation.
 4. The event welcomes individuals of all backgrounds.
Use the correct form of the word given in each sentence.
Question 29
The lottery ticket ______ dreamt of a life of luxury and ease. (hold)
Question 30
The northern lights painted an ______ spectacle across the night sky. (amaze)
Question 31
The library hosted a book club for ______ professionals. (retire)
Question 32
The lost hikers walked for hours and ______ found their way back to the trail. (eventual)
Question 33
Education is the most ______ tool you can have for a better future. (value)
Question 34
The witness's ______ contradicted the evidence. (state)
Look at the entry of the word "contract" in a dictionary. Use what you can
get from the entry to complete the sentences with two or three words.
Type: noun/verb
Syllables: con-tract
UK: /ˈkɒn.trækt/
US: /ˈkɑːn.trækt/
Definition (noun): A written or spoken agreement, especially one concerning employment, sales, or tenancy,
that is intended to be enforceable by law.
Definition (verb): Decrease in size, number, or range.
Examples:
     sign a contract
     breach of contract
     The muscles contract.
     contract a virus
Question 35
Before starting the job, John will ______ with the company.
Question 36
After exercising, it's important to stretch to allow your ______ to relax.
Rewrite each of the following sentences in another way so that it means
almost the same as the sentence printed before it.
Question 37
I was very tired, so I went to bed early.   Because I ______
Question 38
The new restaurant opened last month.        Last month, a ______
Question 39
The conference was rescheduled to next week.         They rescheduled ______
Question 40
I have never seen a movie as exciting as this one.     This is the ______