ĐHC KỲ THI TUYỂN SINH LỚP 10 THPT
ĐỀ 1 NĂM HỌC: 2025-2026
Choose the word (A, B, C, or D) whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the others. (0.5 point)
Question 1: A. appeared B. agreed C. reviewed D. watched
Question 2: A. variety B. bilingual C. official D. childhood
Choose the word (A, B, C, or D) whose main stress is placed differently from that of the others. (0.5 point)
Question 3: A. preserve B. orbit C. consist D. provide
Question 4: A. concentric B. immigrant C. habitat D. bartender
Choose the word/ phrase (A, B, C, or D) that best fits the space in each sentence. (2.0 points)
Question 5: The environmental group __________ a campaign to reduce plastic waste last month.
A. launched B. was launching C. launch D. has launched
Question 6: The _________ of the city, including its parks and museums, attracts thousands of tourists every year.
A. sights B. vision C. looking D. seeing
Question 7: They __________ the idea of going on a trip after hearing the weather forecast.
A. turned up B. turned down C. turned on D. turned off
Question 8: She didn't know what __________ after finishing the homework.
A. to do B. doing C. do D. done
Question 9: She made a great __________ to the success of the project.
A. contribute B. contributed C. contributing D. contribution
Question 10: She practices speaking English every day _______ she wants to improve her pronunciation.
A. although B. because C. if D. but
Question 11: We should _______ action to protect the environment before it’s too late.
A. take B. make C. get D. do
Question 12: Ha Long Bay is a famous natural _______ in Viet Nam, attracting millions of tourists every year.
A. resource B. heritage C. wonder D. site
Choose the word (A, B, C or D) that indicates the best arrangement of utterances or sentences to make a
meaningful exchange or letter/ email in each of the following questions. (0.5 point)
Question 13:
a. Minh: That sounds interesting. How can I join?
b. Phuc: We’re organizing a clean-up campaign this Saturday.
c. Phuc: You just need to sign up online.
A. b – a – c B. a – b – c C. c – a – b D. b – c – a
Question 14:
Hi Huy,
a. I think we should prepare a presentation about Vietnamese traditional festivals.
b. We can include pictures and videos to make it more interesting.
c. How about we meet this afternoon to work on it together?
d. Our teacher said the presentation should be 5 minutes long.
Regards,
Khanh
A. d – a – c – b B. a – d – b – c C. a – b – c – d D. b – c – d – a
Read the following passage and choose the word (A, B, C, or D) to indicate the correct word or phrase that best
fits each of the numbered blanks. (1.25 points)
The Value of Cultural Exchange
Cultural exchange helps people understand each other better. Students from different countries visit and
live with host families, (15) __________ they learn about local customs and daily life.
This experience allows them to improve language skills and make new friends. (16) __________, they also
share their own culture, food, and traditions with others.
Cultural exchange promotes peace and understanding among nations. It teaches young people to respect
differences and value diversity. When students return home, they often (17) __________ what they have learned to
their communities.
(18) __________ people know more about other cultures, the world becomes more united. Cultural
exchange helps create a global (19) __________ where people work together and live in harmony.
Question 15: A. where B. who C. which D. whose
Question 16: A. However B. Moreover C. Although D. Because
Question 17: A. pass B. leave C. show D. bring
Question 18: A. Before B. Because C. If D. Unless
Question 19: A. city B. language C. village D. community
Read the following passage and choose the letter (A, B, C, or D) to indicate the correct answer to each of the
questions. (1.25 points)
In addition to academic knowledge, learning life skills is becoming increasingly important for students.
Life skills include communication, time management, problem-solving, teamwork, and decision-making. These
skills prepare students for real-world challenges and help them succeed in both personal and professional life.
For example, good communication allows students to express ideas clearly and build strong relationships.
Time management helps them balance schoolwork and personal activities. Many schools are now including life
skills in their curriculum through group projects, presentations, and practical activities. Teachers play a key role in
guiding students to apply these skills in daily situations. Parents can also support this learning at home by
encouraging responsibility and independence.
When students develop life skills, they become more confident, adaptable, and ready to face the future.
Question 20. What is the main idea of the passage?
A. Life skills are necessary for future success. B. Schools should focus only on math and science.
C. Students learn life skills at home only. D. Life skills replace academic knowledge.
Question 21. What is one benefit of time management?
A. Helps students sleep more in class. B. Makes studying harder.
C. Balances schoolwork and personal life. D. Encourages watching TV all day.
Question 22. What does the word “these” in line 2 refer to?
A. Teachers and parents B. Life skills C. School subjects D. Activities and presentations
Question 23. What is the synonym of “adaptable” in line 9?
A. flexible B. nervous C. curious D. serious
Question 24. Which sentence is NOT true according to the passage?
A. Life skills help students face real-world challenges. B. Parents should encourage independence.
C. Group projects help students develop skills. D. Life skills make students more dependent on others.
Choose the underlined part (A, B, C, or D) that needs correcting. (1.0 point)
Question 25: They suggested to take part in the competition next month.
A B C D
Question 26: The woman who car broke down on the highway called for roadside assistance.
A B C D
Question 27: She danced very graceful at the school festival
A B C D
Question 28: He didn’t came to school because he was sick.
A B C D
Complete each of the following sentences so that it has a similar meaning to the original one. (2.0 points)
Question 29: He feels sorry that he can't come to his brother's wedding.
➔ He wishes _____________________________________________________________________________.
Question 30: The last time they cleaned the beach was in July.
➔ They have ________________________________________________________________________.
Question 31: “Do you enjoy the facilities at my hotel?”, Ms. Lee asked us.
➔ Ms. Lee wanted to know ____________________________________________________.
Question 32: Wear sunscreen or your skin will be damaged by the sun.
➔ If you ____________________________________________________________________________.
Combine the two sentences with the given word in brackets. (1.0 point)
Question 33: Mars is very much similar to Earth. It is also called the Red planet. ( which )
➔ __________________________________________________________________________.
Question 34: .He was a decisive doctor. He was able to save the patient with his quick decision. (such …
that)
➔ ______________________________________________________________________________.
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