ĐỀ SỐ 25 ĐỀ LUYỆN THI VÀO LỚP 10

(QUẢNG NINH)

Circle the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word whose underlined

part differs front the other three in pronunciation in each of the
following questions. (0.6 points)
1. A. casts B. moulds C. weaves D. dyes
2. A. brown B. town C. money D. hour
3. A. with B. brother C. though D. thousand
Circle the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word that differs from the
other three in the position of primary' stress in the following
questions. (0.4 points)
4. A. weather B. sentence C. explain D. chemist
5. A. celebration B. considerate C. disappointment D. resolution
Circle the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning
to the underlined word in the following question. (0.4 points)
6. Young people are now getting more and more concerned about
environmental problems.
A. worried B. nervous C. hopeless D. uneasy
7. In Vietnam, it is customary to choose a favourable day for occasions such as
weddings, funerals, or house-moving days.
A. suitable B. favourite C. beautiful D. whole
Circle the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word OPPOSITE in meaning
to the underlined word in the following question. (0.4 points)
8. When having days off, he always helps his wife tidy up the house.
A. clear up B. sort out C. arrange D. mess up
9. His parents have been highly critical of his recent disobedience.
A. disapproving B. favorite C. crucial D. uncomplimentary
Circle the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the answer that best fits each
gap in the following questions. (3.2 points)
10. She ______ a postcard when the telephone rang.
A. wrote B. was written C. was writing D. has written
11. ______ you want to improve your writing skills, you should practice
regularly.
A. Unless B. If C. Provided D. Should
12. Lisa has been working on her project __________ early morning.
A. in B. on C. for D. since
13. It’s no use ____________ a language if you don’t try to use it.
A. learned B. learn C. to learn D. learning
14. The ______ students learn, the ______ they are at English.
A. harder - better B. hard - better
C. harder - best D. hardest – best
15. In the 40s, we didn't know ______ to contact relatives who live overseas
quickly as there was no smartphones.
A. when B. why C. how D. what
16. Lan realized that there are ______ people queueing in front of the box office
that she wouldn't be able to get the tickets in 5 minutes.
A. too many B. so many C. too few D. so few
17. Hurry up! It’s time we __________ for next week’s examination.
A. have studied B. studied C. had studied D. will study
18. Let’s go to the library, ______?
A. shall we B. will we C. would we D. should we
19. This term, Mary is staying with Ms. Kelly, __________ is a close friend of her
mom.
A. that B. whom C. which D. who
20. I don't like doing the ____________, especially clearing the windows.
A. homework B. housework C. assignments D. tasks
21. It's no use trying to __________ in exams. The teachers are very strict and
attentive!
A. succeed B. cheat C. win D. improve
22. His bad exam results made his parents ______________.
A. disappointment B. disappointed
C. disappoint D. disappointing
23. We find the program really __________ and informative. We will watch it
again tonight.
A. entertained B. entertainment
C. entertain D. entertaining
24. I think I lost my key. I’ve ______ it everywhere but I can’t find it.
A. looked out B. looked for C. looked after D. looked in
25. If we want to come up with a unique solution, we need someone ____ to join
our team.
A. who thinks outside the box"
B. who is a stick in the mud"
C. who follows the beaten path"
D. who is all thumbs"
Circle the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the underlined part that needs
correcting in each of the following questions. (0.6 point)
26. The teacher who sang beautiful in our last spring festival is from England.
A. who B. beautiful C. in D. from
27. The discovery of gold on California in 1848 led to the Gold Rush.
A. on B. in C. led to D. the
28. I love this small village which I used to live for six years in my childhood.
A. love B. which C. used to D. for
Circle the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most
suitable response to complete the following exchange. (0.4 points)
29. Sharpay and Ryan are talking to each other after dinner.
- Sharpay: "I have stacks of homework to do.”
- Ryan: “__________!"
A. Congratulations B. Poor you
C. Cheers D. Oh bother
Circle the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best
arrangement of utterances or sentences to make a meaningful
exchange in the following question.
30.
a. Thanks, I wasn’t sure if I was going in the right direction.
b. I can walk you there, it’s just a few blocks away.
c. Do you know how to get to the movie theatre from here?
d. No worries, follow me!
A. c-b-a-d B. b-d-a-c C. d-a-c-b D. a-c-b-d
Read the following advertisement and circle the letter A, B, C or D to
indicate the correct word that best fits each of the numbered blanks
from 31-33 (0.6 points)
Single ensuite room available in our lovely (31) ______ house in Didsbury. Five-
minute walk from the city centre. Move in from 1 June. (32) ______ kitchen and
living room with two (33) ______ housemates, no parking, £600 a month
excluding bills. No pets. Contact 07890 123456 for viewing.
31. A. three bedrooms B. three bedroom
C. three-bedrooms D. three-bedroom
32. A. Common B. Shared C. Similar D. Used
33. A. girl B. lady C. elder D. female
Read the following passage and circle the letter A, B, C or D to
indicate the correct word that best fits each of the numbered blanks
from 34-38. (1.0 point)
Every Vietnamese child dreams (34) ______ an amazing Mid-Autumn Festival
with his or her own brightly lit lantern and moon cakes. Mid-Autumn Festival is
also (35) ______ in Viet Nam as the “Children's Festival”. While the Mid-Autumn
Festival is celebrated in many Asian countries, the Vietnamese version has its
own (36) ______ and legends. Our best-known tale is about a man named Cuoi
who hung on to a magical banyan tree as it floated up to the moon. We say that
if you look closely at the full moon, you can see the shadow of a man sitting
under a tree. Children parade lanterns in the streets on the night of Mid-
Autumn Festival to help light the (37) ______ to the earth for Cuoi from the
moon. Lion dancing is an essential part of the Mid-Autumn festival. Groups of
children gather, each (38) ______ a red lantern. Everyone sings along and feels
so happy.
34. A. about B. with C. of D. for
35. A. said B. spoken C. known D. held
36. A. traditions B. traditional C. traditionally D. tradition
37. A. tour B. move C. travel D. way
38. A. carries B. transports C. takes D. delivers
Read the following passage and circle the letter A, B, C or D to
indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 39-45. (1.4
points)
The Story of the Teddy Bear
The teddy bear is one of the most beloved toys in the world, but few people
know the interesting story behind its creation. The toy was named after
Theodore "Teddy" Roosevelt, the 26th President of the United States. In 1902,
Roosevelt went on a hunting trip in Mississippi, where his assistants captured a
bear and tied it to a tree for him to shoot. However, Roosevelt refused, saying it
was unsportsmanlike. A political cartoon about this event was published, and
it inspired a toymaker to create a stuffed bear called "Teddy's Bear."
The teddy bear quickly became popular among children and adults. Soon, many
toy companies around the world started producing different versions of the
stuffed bear. The toy became a symbol of comfort and companionship, making
it a favorite gift for birthdays and special occasions. Over the years, the teddy
bear has evolved in design, with various sizes, colors, and materials used to
make them even more appealing.
Teddy bears are not just toys; they are also collectibles. Some rare and antique
teddy bears are sold for thousands of dollars at auctions. Collectors look for
unique designs, historical significance, and limited-edition releases. Some of the
most valuable teddy bears come from famous brands such as Steiff and
Merrythought. For many people, collecting teddy bears is more than a hobby—it
is a passion.
Today, the teddy bear remains a timeless classic in the toy industry. Despite
the rise of modern electronic toys, teddy bears continue to hold a special place
in people's hearts. They provide emotional comfort, especially for children, and
are often given as gifts of love and support. Many charities also use teddy bears
to bring joy to children in hospitals and disaster-affected areas. Their enduring
popularity proves that some toys never go out of style.
39. What is the passage mainly about?
A. The life of Theodore Roosevelt
B. The history and significance of the teddy bear
C. How to collect valuable teddy bears
D. The process of making stuffed animals
40. Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?
A. The teddy bear was named after Theodore Roosevelt.
B. The first teddy bear was created in Germany.
C. Some teddy bears are valuable collectibles.
D. Teddy bears are still popular despite the rise of modern toys.
41. The word "this event" in paragraph 1 refers to ______.
A. the making of the first teddy bear
B. Roosevelt's refusal to shoot a captured bear
C. The creation of a political cartoon
D. a toy company producing stuffed bears
42. Why did the teddy bear become popular?
A. It was promoted by the U.S. government.
B. It became a symbol of comfort and companionship.
C. It was made from expensive materials.
D. Only a few people could afford it.
43. What do collectors look for in teddy bears?
A. Only new and modern designs
B. The biggest and softest teddy bears
C. Teddy bears that have been used by famous people
D. Rare designs, historical value, and limited editions
44. How do teddy bears help people today?
A) They are used by charities to comfort children in need.
B) They replace modern electronic toys.
C) They are only given as birthday gifts.
D) They are used mainly for home decoration.
45. The word "enduring" in paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to _____.
A. Temporary B. Long-lasting C. Fragile D. Expensive
Rewrite each of the sentences below in such a way that it means
exactly the same as the one given before it. (1.0 point)
46. I’m learning English because I want to get a good job when I finish my
studies.
 I’m learning English so
47. “I won’t open my present until my birthday,” Keith said.
 Keith
48. Researchers have discovered that the bite of Komodo dragons is
venomous.
 Researchers have made
49. I last saw my aunt before the beginning of the Covid-19.
 I have
50. It’s exciting for him to go on a field trip with his friends every summer.
 He is