ĐỀ SỐ 24 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. combine B. construct C. content D. connect
2. A. laughed B. signed C. washed D. helped
3. A. cucumber B. hunting C. funny D. costume
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. discourage B. consumption C. advantage D. instrument
5. A. image B. trainee C. remote D. parade
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. Consuming too much junk food increases the risk of obesity.
A. decrease B. reduce C. lessen D. raise
7. I feel extremely depressed as conflict occurs frequently amongst
generations in my family.
A. comes on B. comes up C. comes in D. comes into
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. Going on a tour isn’t my cup of tea. I prefer backpacking.
A. my hobby B. my different thing
C. thing I hate D. my wonderful thing
9. We did all we could to make the room beautiful.
A. unattractive B. unimportant C. interesting D. charming
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. My cousin __________ a delicious pizza for dinner yesterday.
A. ate B. will eat C. has eaten D. eats
11. My sister is an actress. ______; she doesn't look specially beautiful.
A. Because B. Although C. However D. So
12. This job is a lot different ____________ what I’m used to.
A. with B. from C. about D. for
13. He shows me where ____________ tickets.
A. buy B. to buy C. buys D. buying
14. The ______ you practice, the ______ you will become at playing the piano.
A. more - better B. most - best C. more - best D. most - better
15. The teacher asked us ______ we bought her a cup of coffee that morning.
A. unless B. never C. whether D. when
16. He was ______ a lovely child ______ everyone loves him.
A. so - that B. such - that C. much - so D. too – so
17. We have plenty of time for doing the work. We _________ be hurried.
A. needn’t B. shouldn’t C. mustn’t D. mayn’t
18. You can’t speak Russian and I can’t, ____________.
A. too B. so C. either D. neither
19. My new English teacher, __________ I find interesting, is from America.
A. whom B. that C. which D. where
20. English is his ______ tongue. Besides, he can speak French and Spanish.
A. mother B. language C. country D. nation
21. Our community __________ a charity event and donated school supplies to
disadvantaged children.
A. provided B. organized C. showed D. collected
22. I love teaching because it gives me a sense of _______________.
A. responsible B. responsibility
C. responsibly D. responsive
23. After a hard-working study, John can relax in his bed ____________.
A. comfortably B. comfortable C. comfort D. uncomfortable
24. The new boy in the school band was looking ______ to find the band practice
room.
A. after B. down C. up D. around
25. The new employee, ____ , quickly solved the problem that had confused the
entire team for weeks.
A. who was as sharp as a tack
B. who was barking up the wrong tree
C. who had a lot on his plate
D. who was in hot water
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. Mr. Smith is going to buy a new Japanese car, doesn’t he?
A. is B. to buy C. a D. doesn’t
27. I found it wonderfully to travel abroad with my friends.
A. found B. wonderfully C. to travel D. with
28. Tom enjoyed to work on a farm when he was young.
A. to work B. on C. when D. was
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. Two roommates are studying and the room is dark.
- Linda: “Would you mind opening the window?” - Jane: “____________”
A. I agree with you B. Yes, you can
C. Not at all D. Yes, I’d love to
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. You’ve studied French, haven’t you?
b. It helps us connect with different cultures.
c. Why do you think learning languages is useful?
d. Yes, and it’s been quite challenging.
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)
Discover the Wonders of Green Safari Zoo!
Looking for an exciting day out? Visit Green Safari Zoo, where adventure
awaits! Our zoo is (31) _____ open, so you can explore at your convenience.
Here, you can (32) _____ exotic animals up close, from majestic lions to playful
otters. Don’t miss our special (33) _____, where you’ll learn about conservation
efforts and endangered species.
Join us for an unforgettable experience at Green Safari Zoo today!
31. A. Rarely B. Always C. Angrily D. Suddenly
32. A. Watch B. Listen C. Climb D. Paint
33. A. Playground B. Aquarium C. Restaurant D. Exhibition
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)
What makes a good language learner?
- Don't be afraid of making mistakes. Good language learners notice their
mistakes and learn from (34) ______.
- Do group activities. A good language learner always (35) ______ opportunities
to have a talk with other students.
- Make notes during every class. Notes help you (36) ______ new language. Look
at your notes when you do your homework.
- Use a dictionary. Good language learners often use dictionaries to (37) ______
words they don't know. They also make their own vocabulary lists.
- Do extra practice. Test and improve your language, reading and listening skills
with self-study materials. You (38) ______ find a lot of them online.
- Enjoy learning. Watch a TV series or films, listen to songs, play video games or
read books in the language you are learning. It's never too late to become a
good language learner.
34. A. her B. him C. you D. them
35. A. looks at B. looks for C. picks up D. turns down
36. A. to remember B. remembering C. remembered D. to remembering
37. A. look B. support C. lose D. check
38. A. must B. should C. may D. can
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 Role of Robots in the Modern World
Robots are becoming an essential part of modern life, transforming the way
people work and live. They are used in various fields, from manufacturing and
healthcare to space exploration. In factories, robots assemble products quickly
and accurately, reducing the need for human labor. In hospitals, robotic arms
assist in delicate surgeries, making procedures safer and more precise. As
technology advances, robots are expected to take on even more complex tasks.
One of the most debated topics about robots is their impact on jobs. While
robots help increase efficiency, they also replace certain jobs that humans
traditionally performed. Many experts argue that automation will create new job
opportunities, but others worry that it will leave many people unemployed.
Despite these concerns, companies continue to invest in robotics to improve
productivity and reduce costs.
Robots are also being designed for personal and household use. Smart home
assistants, robotic vacuum cleaners, and even robotic pets have become
popular. These machines make daily life more convenient, handling routine
tasks such as cleaning, scheduling, and even providing companionship. In the
future, robots might become even more integrated into human lives, assisting
with elderly care and education.
However, despite their benefits, robots still have limitations. They lack human
emotions, creativity, and problem-solving abilities. While they can perform
repetitive and precise tasks, they struggle with understanding feelings or
making ethical decisions. Scientists and engineers are working to improve
artificial intelligence, but it is unlikely that robots will fully replace human
workers in areas that require emotional intelligence, such as teaching or
counseling.
39. What is the passage mainly about?
A. The disadvantages of using robots in daily life
B. How robots are used in different fields
C. The history of robot development
D. The dangers of artificial intelligence
40. Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?
A. Robots are used in factories to assemble products.
B. Some people believe robots will take away jobs from humans.
C. Robots are already capable of making ethical decisions.
D. Robots are used in hospitals to assist with surgeries.
41. The word "They" in paragraph 1 refers to _____.
A. Factories B. Procedures C. Robots D. Tasks
42. Why do companies invest in robotics?
A. To increase productivity and reduce costs
B. To replace all human workers
C. To slow down technological advancements
D. To reduce the need for artificial intelligence
43. How are robots used in households?
A. They take care of children and the elderly.
B. They clean, schedule tasks, and provide companionship.
C. They work as professional chefs.
D. They replace human teachers in schools.
44. What do scientists and engineers want to improve in robots?
A. Their ability to perform repetitive tasks
B. Their emotional intelligence and decision-making skills
C. Their ability to work in factories
D. Their skills in operating vehicles
45. The word "limitations" in paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to ______.
A. Weaknesses B. Strengths C. Improvements D. Advantages
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. This famous director will produce ten short comedy films in four years.
 It will take
47. He was capable of doing all the tasks by himself.
 He has ability
48. It is essential for plants and animals to have their natural habitats.
 Natural habitats
49. If I were you, I would take a break,” Tom said to Daisy.
 Tom
50. Jenifer is more intelligent than all the other students in my class.
 No student