PHÒNG GD&ĐT BÀI KHẢO SÁT CHẤT LƯỢNG

TRƯỜNG …………………………..….
MÔN: TIẾNG ANH LỚP 9
Họ và tên: ...............................................
Lớp: ………...... NĂM HỌC 2024 – 2025

(Thời gian: 60 phút, không kể thời gian giao đề)

(Bài kiểm tra gồm 04 trang)

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs
from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
Question 1. A. party B. paper C. smart D. father
Question 2. A. posters B. cooks C. laughs D. tourists

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in
the position of primary stress in each of the following questions.
Question 3. A. arrive B. decide C. homework D. prefer
Question 4. A. historic B. direction C. unfriendly D. curious

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions.
Question 5. I just started working here a month ago but __________, everything has been great.
A. by far B. until C. right now D. so far
Question 6. More and more young people are moving to the city as there are __________ of job
opportunities here.
A. much B. a lot C. a little D. many
Question 7. Linh, __________ you met at the charity event, is Lan’s bestfriend.
A. whom B. which C. that D. where
Question 8. If you don’t know what a word mean, try to guess or __________ it __________ in the
dictionary.
A. take - up B. look – up C. look – for D. take - after
Question 9. She _______ to me that she was going to throw a party the next day.
A. said B. asked C. told D. tells
Question 10. Somebody wanted a drink, __________?
A. don’t they B. don’t somebody C. didn’t somebody D. didn’t they
Question 11. He was so carried away by the beautiful scenery that he lost __________ and had an accident.
A. attention B. vision C. concentration D. sight
Question 12. "Would you like to dine out with me?" – “__________”
A. Yes, I'd love to. Thanks. B. Yes, let's. Thank you.
C. You're welcome. D. Probably. Why not?

Read the following advertisement and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 13 to 16.
Explore the Wonders of Singapore!
From stunning Marina Bay Sands to the lush Gardens by the Bay, Singapore is (13) ________ fusion
of culture, technology, and natural beauty. Enjoy world-class shopping, delectable cuisine, and a
bustling nightlife.
Plan your perfect (14) ________ today! Contact Lion City Tours on info@lioncitytours.com (15)
________ call (555) 321-7890. Our dedicated team will craft a (16) _________ experience which is
tailored to your desires.
Lion City Tours – Your Gateway to Singapore’s Splendor!
Question 13: A. x B. the C. an D. a
Question 14: A. get-on B. getaway C. get-out D. get-up
Question 15: A. or B. so C. but D. nor
Question 16: A: memory B. memorize C. memorable D.remember

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions from 17 to 18.
Question 17. Put the sentences (a-c) in the correct order, then fill in the blank to make a logical text.
SARS (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome) is a deadly disease. Scientists haven't found the cause of this
disease. SARS is dangerous because it develops quickly. _________.
a. Their body temperature is above 38°C.
b. Antibiotics cannot cure SARS, and scientists are looking for a vaccine to prevent the disease.
c. Patients normally have a high fever, a sore throat, and cough.
A. b – a – c B. c – a – b C. c – b – a D. a – c – b
Question 18. Choose the sentence that can end the text (in Question 17) most appropriately.
A. Finally, they decided to take much medicine with all the vitamins instead of eating food in order to live
longer.
B. Before they can find one, it is important to have a healthy lifestyle. You should keep fit, have plenty of
fresh air, and eat a lot of foods with vitamin C.
C. Then they invented one disease that they earned a lot of money.
D. Moreover, they are still looking for patients who don't want to have SARS

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the
numbered blanks from 19 to 24.
Hey Hao,
It was nice to hear from you. I’m great, thanks. My new school is amazing. Of course I can
give you some ideas to improve your English.
First, you can read some books in English. You should check out the Benny’s Life books. They
are (19) ________ . You can underline the words you don’t know and write them in a notebook. I
think you should also write them in Vietnamese.
Second, you can search for worksheets for the topics you’re studying. You can do the activities
and (20) ________ your answer with your friends or sister. Sometimes, if they’re (21) ________
difficult, remember to check the level of them and (22) ________ you find the right level. This will
help you improve.
(23) ________, you can watch TV shows in English. You can listen to the actors speak and
then try to copy what they say. It can be quite difficult, but you can turn the subtitles on to help you.
It will really improve your pronunciation. It might also help you learn some new words and phrases,
too.
I (24) ________some of these ideas will help you. I’ll try and think of some more ideas and let
you know.
Speak soon,
James
Question 19. A. my favourite’s B. mine favourite C. my favourite D. favourite of me
Question 20. A. double checks B.double checking C. check double D. double - check
Question 21. A. too B. so C. such D. enough
Question 22. A. make possiblle B. make sure C. make up D. make over
Question 23. A. To conclude B. Finally C. Conclusion D. However
Question 24. A. really hope B. hope really C. really wish D. wish that

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to
the original sentence in each of the following questions.
Question 25. “You should give priority to your health and family,” said the father to his son.
A. The father suggested his son give priority to his health and family.
B. The father advised his son to give priority to her health and family.
C. The father suggested giving priority to his health and family.
 D. The father asked his son to give priority to his health and family.
Question 26. Although they worked very hard, they weren’t promoted
A. They weren’t promoted, but they worked very hard.
B. They weren’t promoted, and they didn't work hard.
C. In spite of working hard, they weren’t promoted.
D. Despite working hard, they were promoted.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is made from the given
cues in each of the following questions.
Question 27. If / I / you / I / focus / improve / English pronunciation.
A. If I were you, I would focus on improving my English pronunciation.
B. If I was you, I will focus on improving my English pronunciation.
C. If I am you, I will focus on improving my English pronunciation.
D. If I am you, I would focus on improving my English pronunciation.
Question 28. The / crowd / city / the / polluted / become.
A. The crowded the city is, the polluted it become.
B. The most crowded the city is, the most polluted it becomes.
C. The more crowded the city is, the more polluted it become.
D. The more crowded the city is, the more polluted it becomes.

Read the following sign or notice and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct answer to each of the following questions.
Question 29. What does the sign say?

A. These falling objects are in danger.

B. You should stay alert to falling objects.
C. You may be endangered due to falling objects.
D. You should look up to falling objects here.

Question 30. What does the notice say? A. One lift is broken; go to the door at the back to use the
other.
Lift is out of order. B. Neither lift is working, so you should use the back door.
Use the one by back door. C. The lift next to the back door is not working.
D. You can’t buy the lift so go through the back door.

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
answer to each of the following questions from 31 to 36.
The Eiffel Tower is a very famous tower in Paris, France. It was named after the engineer who designed
it, Alexandre Eiffel. The tower was built in 1889.
Alexandre Eiffel was asked to build the tower when France decided to have a big fair to exhibit its
goods and wares. The tower was located in the middle of the fair as a special attraction. When the structure
first started to take shape, the people of France did not like it. They thought it looked like a giant skeleton
and was not attractive at all. However, when the tower was finally completed and lighted up at night, the
people quickly changed their minds. It was an enchanting sight and now looked like a tower made of lace.
The Eiffel Tower is sometimes considered one of the seven wonders of the modern world. It is 300
meters high, and people can take an elevator all the way to the top. From the tower, they can get a
marvelous view of the city and the River Seine, which runs through it.
Question 31. What is the main idea of the reading passage?
A. An introduction and some facts about Eiffel Tower B. The measurement of Eiffel Tower
C. The life of Alexandre Eiffel D. The story behind the Eiffel Tower’s name
Question 32. The word changed their minds in paragraph 2 is CLOSEST in meaning to ___________.
A. formed a new opinion B. got another brain C. decided something D. thought the same
Question 33. The Eiffel Tower got its name _____________.
A. from its location B. from its designer C. from the fair D. from the city where it is
Question 34. How old is the tower now?
A. More than 100 years old. B. Less than 100 years old.
C. 100 years old exactly. D. Hundreds of years old.
Question 35. Why didn't the people like the tower at first?
A. They thought it wasn't safe. B. They didn't like iron beams.
C. It was a giant skeleton. D. They thought it was ugly.
Question 36. The word marvelous in paragraph 3 is OPPOSITE in meaning to ___________.
A. incredible B. unbelievable C. ordinary D. intelligent

Four phrases/ sentences have been removed from the text below. For each question, mark the letter A, B,
C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks
from 37 to 40.
Why We Should Use Technology in the Classroom
Using technology in the classroom has many benefits. First, it helps (37) ________. For example,
students can use computers or tablets to play educational games, which can make lessons more enjoyable
and interactive. Second, technology allows students (38) ________. Instead of spending a lot of time
searching through books, they can quickly use the internet to find what they need for their projects and
homework. Another advantage is that technology helps students (39) ________. Some students may
understand lessons faster, while others may need more time. With technology, everyone can learn at their
own pace and in a way that suits them best. Finally, technology provides teachers with new ways (40)
________. Teachers can use apps or online platforms to check students' work and give them advice on how
to improve their skills.

A. to find and access information more quickly

B. to engage students in a more dynamic way
C. to provide feedback and guidance efficiently
D. to learn at their own speed and in their own style

Question 37. ______ Question 38. ______ Question 39. ______ Question 40. ______

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