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PHÒNG GD&ĐT …………………. ĐÁP ÁN THAM KHẢO VEDEC CUỐI KÌ 2
TRƯỜNG THCS………………………. NĂM HỌC: 20… – 20…
MÔN: TIẾNG ANH 9
PART A. LANGUAGE FOCUS (4.5 points)
Circle 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.
Question 1. A. carved B. changed C. entertained D. collected
Question 2. A. health B. speak C. reach D. beach
Circle the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of
stress in each of the following questions.
Question 3. A. borrow B. enjoy C. improve D. destroy
Question 4. A. benefit B. applicant C. holiday D. tradition
Circle the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Question 5. If you want to finish your homework on time, you __________ watch TV while doing it.
A. may not B. can C. should not D. will
Question 6. The __________ you drive, the more likely you’ll get caught by the police.
A. fast B. faster C. fastest D. less fast
Question 7. A __________ house is the centre of cultural activities of the whole village in Viet Nam.
A. village B. communal C. community D. stone
Question 8. A: Thank you for showing us the Temple of Literature. - B: __________
A. That’s a good idea. B. Did you go there?
C. You are welcome. D. Will you go?
Question 9. The relationship among members in our family is quite ________. We can express our
opinions and our parents listen to us.
A. stressful B. convenient C. democratic D. modern
Question 10. Katie ___________ to know if her mom would come home for lunch.
A. said B. wanted C. spoke D. told
Question 11. The travel agency ________ provided us with the tours gave us a small discount.
A. Whose B. who C. which D. what
Question 12. _________ students often speak English better after spending a semester in an English-
speaking country.
A. Exchange B. Exchanged C. Exchangeable D. Exchanging
Question 13. It is not easy to _____________ ecological balance in an area.
A. support B. maintain C. pick up D. survive
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Question 14. Elena recommended ____________ the robotic research centre.
A. visit B. to visit C. visiting D. visited
Question 15. I don’t want to go straight to work; __________, it’s hard to get accepted to university.
A. Although B. However C. Yet D. But
Choose the correct answer to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Question 16. My mum just went to the store, and then she came back home.
A. left B. moved C. returned D. stopped
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following
questions.
Question 17. I wish that I have a tutor robot which could mark and give feedback to my essays every
day.
A B C D
Question 18. When I came, they talk happily about their children.
A B C D
PART B. READING (3.0 points)
I. Read the following passage and circle the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct word or phrase
that best fits each of the numbered blanks. (1.25 points)
The food chain is a natural order where living (1) ______________ rely on each other for food. At the
base of the food chain are plants which create their own food through photosynthesis. Herbivores
consume these plants. Carnivores prey on the herbivores. Apex predators, like sharks and eagles, feed on
other carnivores. They are at the (2) ______________ of the food chain. Bacteria and fungi break down
dead organisms and organic matter, recycling nutrients back into the environment. This interconnected
chain helps maintain balance in ecosystems.
(3) ______________, environmental problems are disrupting this delicate balance. Plastic in oceans, for
example, harms small organisms (4) ______________ form the basis of the aquatic food chain. When
fish consume these contaminated organisms, they affect larger predators and even humans who consume
them. (5) ______________ is another issue as cutting down trees removes habitats for many herbivores
and affects predators which rely on them for food. The rise of temperature threatens the food chain, too,
because some species struggle to find places to live and sources of food.
1. A. plants B. animals C. fauna D. organisms
2. A. top B. middle C. bottom D. ground
3. A. But B. However C. Although D. Besides
4. A. what B. who C. which D. whose
5. A. Pollution B. Deforestation C. Global warming D. Climate change
II. Read the following passage and circle the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each
of the questions. (1.75 points)
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II. Read the following passage and do as directed (1.5 pt)
One of the most breathtaking natural wonders in the world is the Grand Canyon, located in the state of
Arizona, USA. The canyon stretches for about 446 kilometers and is up to 1,857 meters deep. It was
carved by the Colorado River over millions of years and is famous for its stunning rock formations,
colorful layers, and unique geological history. Scientists believe that the rocks in the Grand Canyon date
back nearly two billion years, making it one of the oldest landscapes on Earth.
Visitors from all over the world come to admire the beauty of the canyon. They enjoy hiking along its
trails, rafting in the Colorado River, or simply taking in the spectacular views from observation points.
The Grand Canyon National Park was established in 1919 to protect this incredible site, and in 1979, it
was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Apart from its breathtaking scenery, the Grand Canyon is home to a wide range of wildlife, including
bighorn sheep, mountain lions, and over 400 species of birds. The climate in the canyon varies greatly
depending on the elevation, with the top being much cooler than the bottom.
However, despite its beauty, the Grand Canyon faces environmental challenges. Over-tourism, pollution,
and climate change threaten the delicate ecosystem. If people do not take proper action to preserve this
natural wonder, future generations may not be able to experience its true beauty.
1. What is the main idea of the passage?
A. The history and formation of the Grand Canyon
B. The wildlife of the Grand Canyon
C. The Grand Canyon's beauty, importance, and environmental issues
D. The climate changes in the Grand Canyon
2. Which of the following is TRUE about the Grand Canyon?
A. It was created by the Mississippi River.
B. It is located in California, USA.
C. It became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979.
D. It is the deepest canyon in the world.
3. What activities can visitors do at the Grand Canyon?
A. Go hiking, rafting, and enjoy the views.
B. Go skiing and build snowmen.
C. Swim in the ocean and go diving.
D. Ride camels across the desert.
4. Which of the following is NOT true about the Grand Canyon?
A. It has a variety of wildlife species.
B. It is one of the oldest landscapes on Earth.
C. The climate is the same throughout the canyon.
D. Over-tourism is a threat to its ecosystem.
5. The word "breathtaking" in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to:
A. dangerous B. impressive C. ordinary D. confusing
6. The word "they" in paragraph 2 refers to:
A. visitors B. trails C. observation points D. scientists
7. The Grand Canyon faces environmental challenges is.........................................
A. Over-tourism
B. Climate change threaten the delicate ecosystem
C. Over-tourism, pollution, and climate change threaten the delicate ecosystem
D. Air pollution
PART C. WRITING (2.5 POINTS)
I. Rewrite the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first one (1.5 point)
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1. If you don’t practice speaking English regularly, you can’t improve your speaking skill.
-> Unless you practice speaking English regularly, you can’t improve your speaking skill.
2. The last time I visited my parents was six months ago.
-> I haven’t visited my parents for six months
3. “ Why don’t we talk English with native speakers online.”, she said.
->She suggested talking English with native speakers online.
4. I learned a few words of English on holiday.
-> I picked up a few words of English on holiday.
5. I wanted to go to the party. However, I had to stay home and finish my assignment.
-> Although I wanted to go to the party, I had to stay home and finish my assignment.
6. The professor is excellent. I am talking about him
-> The professor who I am talking about is excellent
II. Write a paragraph (100-120 words) about the most challenging thing you face when learning
English and what you have done to improve it. (1.0 point)
When learning English, I find speaking the most challenging, and I have done several things
to improve it. Firstly, I practice speaking every day by talking to myself in English. This helps me
feel more confident. Secondly, I watch English movies and repeat sentences to improve my
pronunciation. I also try to think in English instead of my first language. Thirdly, I speak with
friends and teachers in English whenever I can. Sometimes, I record my voice and listen to it to
find mistakes. Finally, I use apps to practice speaking with native speakers. These activities have
helped me improve, and I feel more comfortable speaking English now. I will keep practicing to get
even better!
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