ĐỀ SỐ 1 ĐỀ LUYỆN THI VÀO LỚP 10

(HƯNG YÊN)

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other
three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
1. A. ghost B. office C. long D. modern
2. A. worked B. wanted C. washed D. stopped
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
3. Many children ________ to the city zoo last week.
A. go B. have gone C. was going D. went
4. _____________ the traffic was terrible, they managed to arrive at the airport on time.
A. If B. Although C. Because D. When
5. They make sure that the rooms in that resort in Phu Quoc Island are _________, even the big
ones.
A. affordable B. responsible C. active D. biological
6. I was late for school this morning because my alarm clock didn't ____________.
A. come on B. go off C. put away D. take up
7. I wish I _____ more time to finish my homework.
A. had B. will have C. am having D. have
8. Tomorrow we’ll go to Noi Bai Airport to meet Alisa, ________ comes from Malaysia.
A. who B. whom C. whose D. that
9. I would love _____________ Japan someday and experience its rich culture.
A. visiting B. visit C. to visit D. visited
10. If she _____ English fluently, she will apply for that job.
A. would speak B. spoke C. will speak D. speaks
11. Climate change is a pressing global issue that requires immediate environmental
_____________.
A. action B. active C. actively D. act
12. Robots are becoming more advanced, but some people still don’t know __________ to use them
effectively in daily life.
A. what B. how C. when D. where
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined
word(s) in each of the following questions.
13. I don't go to the cinema with my friends because I don't like it.
A. prefer B. detest
C. look forward to D. adore
14. I'm finding my shoes. Do you know where they arc?
A. looking for B. looking after C. taking for D. taking off
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined
word(s) in each of the following questions.
15. The wealthy woman gave money to the poor children to help them have a better Tet.
A. poor B. healthy C. kind D. rich
16. The beautiful girl vanished suddenly in the dark.
A. left B. departed C. appeared D. turned in
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to
each of the questions.
Banh Com (green sticky rice cake) is one of Hanoi's specialties, which is a kind of sweet cake in
northern Vietnam (17) _____ is made of Com (young green sticky rice flakes) and mung bean
filling. People often have fond memories when they see Com cake, as this is a must have in happy
occasions, like weddings or Lunar New Year.
Fresh Com is only available in autumn, (18) _____, now people can enjoy the dried version in Banh
Com (Com cake) all year around. Hanoians know where they can find the best Com cake that (19)
_____ its traditional taste, which is Ngoc Ninh store, located (20) _____ 53 Hang Than street,
Nguyen Trung Truc ward, Ba Dinh district. To this day, Ngoc Ninh Com cake are sold at 250 super
markets nationwide and abroad.
17. A. that B. who C. where D. when
18. A. although B. therefore C. however D. but
19. A. protect B. contains C. displays D. preserves
20. A. with B. at C. in D. on
Read the announcement and mark the correct answer A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer
to fill in each blank.
Flood Emergency
Attention all residents,
Due to (21) ______ rainfall, several areas of the city are experiencing severe flooding. Authorities
urge everyone to remain (22) ______ and follow safety guidelines.
People living in low-lying areas should evacuate to a safer location immediately. Avoid walking or
driving through floodwaters, as the water level may (23) ______ quickly and pose serious risks.
For updates and assistance, stay tuned to official announcements and do not spread fake news.
Stay safe,
City Emergency Management
21. A. light B. heavy C. rare D. dry
22. A. panic B. scared C. calm D. excited
23. A. rise B. fall C. stop D. dry
Read the following passage and mark the correct answer A, B, C or D to indicate the correct
answer to each of the questions.
A recent study asked 2,000 children aged 6 to 14 about their dream jobs. The most popular choice
was to become a YouTuber, with almost 20% of children choosing this role. Other popular jobs
included being a teacher (15%), a sportsperson (14%), and a game designer (13%).
The study, conducted by KidZania London, a realistic role-play city for kids, also found that many
children are worried about their future. Three out of five children are concerned about whether they
will be able to get a job when they grow up.
Older children, aged 11 to 14, are especially focused on getting a well-paying job. Half of them
want a job that will allow them to live a nice life. Other important factors include having a job that
matches their hobbies (36%) and helping others (30%).
Surprisingly, only a small percentage of children (2%) wanted jobs like Prime Minister, banker, or
care worker. While many children dream of being YouTubers, only 5% think this job will make the
world a better place. Instead, they believe that doctors (35%) and scientists (23%) are the most
likely to bring positive changes to society.
Many children understand the importance of further education. About 67% of those aged 11 to 14
are considering going to university or college because they believe their dream jobs will require it.
24. What is the main idea of the text?
A. Children's dream jobs
B. The importance of further education
C. Factors influencing job choices
D. Concerns about future job prospects
25. What job do most children in the study want to have?
A. Teacher B. Doctor C. YouTuber D. Scientist
26. What does the word "they" in in paragraph 4 refer to?
A. Doctors B. Scientists C. Children D. Prime Ministers
27. The word “concerned” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to _____.
A. surprised B. interested C. worried D. excited
28. Which of the following is NOT MENTIONED as a reason why children choose a job?
A. A job that brings fame and popularity
B. A job that matches their hobbies
C. A job that helps others
D. A job that pays well
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correcting in each of the
following questions.
29. As soon (A) as I know, Nga Son mats village has (B) existed for (C) more than 150 years with
many (D) ups and downs.
30. Tho Ha village gate has nice, large and antique architecture (A) making (B) by skillful hands of
(C) the village’s craftsmen (D).
31. We (A) shouldn’t build (B) cable car system of (C) Son Doong Cave (D).
32. My new laptop is more faster (A) than the old one, and it helps me finish (B) my assignments
much quicker (C) than before. Everything works perfectly. (D)
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of
sentences in the following questions.
33. Peter tried his best. He couldn’t win the match.
A. Peter tried his best, and he couldn’t win the match.
B. Peter tried his best, so he couldn’t win the match.
C. Peter tried his best, but he couldn’t win the match.
D. Peter tried his best, or he couldn’t win the match.
34. People should not throw rubbish in the park. People should not cut down the trees in the park.
A. People should either throw rubbish or cut down the trees in the park.
B. People should neither throw rubbish nor cut down the trees in the park.
C. People should either throw rubbish nor cut down the trees in the park.
D. People should neither throw rubbish or cut down the trees in the park.
35. The burglar broke into the house at two o'clock. That was the time everyone was having a
sleepover party.
A. The burglar broke into the house at two a.m. when everyone was having a sleepover party.
B. The burglar broke into the house at two a.m. while everyone was having a sleepover party.
C. The burglar broke up the house at two a.m. while everyone was having a sleepover party.
D. The burglar broke into the house at two a.m. while everyone were having a sleepover party.
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to the original
sentence in the following questions.
36. “Where do you usually spend your holiday?” he asked me.
A. He asked me where I usually spent my holiday.
B. He asked me where I did usually spent my holiday.
C. He asked me if I usually spent my holiday.
D. He asked me where did I usually spent my holiday.
37. It’s two years since I last spoke to her.
A. I haven’t spoke to her for two years.
B. I haven’t spoken to her since two years.
C. I haven’t spoken to her for two years ago.
D. I haven’t spoken to her for two years.
38. Although they worked very hard, they earned little money.
A. They had little money so they worked very hard.
B. They didn't have much money and they didn't work hard.
C. In spite of working hard, they didn't earn much money.
D. Earning little money, they didn't go to work.
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the most suitable response to complete the following
exchange.
39. - Nick: "Why don't we try that new Italian restaurant?"
- Phuong: "_____________ "
A. You’re well done! B. I’m glad to tell you so.
C. You did a good job! D. That sounds good.
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to make an
meaningful dialogue in the following question.
40.
a. It is! The lights, the atmosphere—it's truly magical.
b. I heard Hoan Kiem Lake is beautiful at night.
c. Yes! The Old Quarter is so vibrant, and the street food is amazing.
d. Have you ever been to Ha Noi?
A. a-b-c-d B. d-c-b-a C. c-d-b-a D. b-d-c-a