ĐỀ ÔN TẬP KIỂM TRA GIỮA KỲ 1 – LỚP 10

PRACTICE
A. Phonetics
Choose the word that has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others.
1 A. prepare B. strengthen C. respect D. special
2.A. lifting B. routine C. split D. divide
3. A. character B. chores C. children D. check
4.A. husband B. rubbish C. contribute D. vulnerable
5. A. adopt B. pollute C. bottle D. topic
6. A. climate B. include C. different D. Internet
7. A. travel B. talented C. award D. charity
8. A. result B. music C. yummy D. drum
9. A. excited B. because C. cool D. compete
10. A. recording B. receive C. spectator D. become
Choose the word that has the stress differently from the others.
11.A. spotlessly B. experience C. society D. responsible
12.A. routine B. laundry C. household D. picnic
13.A. grocery B. character C. develop D. homemaker
14. A. interesting B. awareness C. encourage D. protection
15. A. local B. value C. issue D. protect
16. A. lifestyle B. footprint C. member D. Remind
17. A. social B. trumpet C. couple D. support
18. A. perform B. season C. local D. total
19. A. instrument B. popular C. performance D. media
20. A. identify B. competition C. participant D. eliminate

B. Vocabulary and Grammar

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
1. Studies show that doing chores _______ is good for children.
A. regular B. regularly C. regularity D. regularities
2. Housework is work around the house such as _______, cleaning or washing clothes.
A. cook B. cooks C. cooker D. cooking
3.The kid feels _______ that he knows how to run a washing machine.
A. proud B. pride C. proudly D. prideful
4. They have to try to finish their tasks _______ they don’t enjoy doing them.
A. despite B. indeed C. although D. because
5. His parents always listen to him and _______ whenever he has problems.
A. cheer up he B. cheer up him C. cheer he up D. cheer him up
6. Students are ______ to pick up litter that they see on the ground.
A. raised B. attracted C. reminded D. decided
7. We’ll organise more activities to raise local people’s ______ of environmental issues.
A. awareness B. aware C. unaware D. unawareness
8. Instead of using your ______ car or motorbike, you should use public transport, walk or cycle
as much as possible.
A. particular B. public C. common D. personal
9. Everyone should ______ all electrical appliances before going out of the room to save energy.
A. turn off B. turn on C. turn up D. turn down
10. I'm ______ reduce my carbon footprint but I don’t know what to do, so I join the club.
A. keen on B. keen to C. used to D. used for
11.She has joined the panel of _____________ the popular TV talent show.
A. audience B. judges C. viewers D. Watchers
12. Two of the four contestants will be ____ after tonight's show.
A. composed B. removed C. eliminated D. terminated
13.Chopin was considered to be one of the greatest Romantic piano ____ of the 19th century.
A. singers B. writers C. composers D. poets
14. This concert marks nine years since the death of Trinh Cong Son, a prominent ____ of
modern Vietnamese music.
A. comedian B. actor C. contributor D. figure
15. We’re seeking for the ___________musician to join our entertainment company.
A. good B. famous C. great D. talented
16. Please don’t make so much noise. I ______________.
A. studying B. study C. am studying D. studied
17 .I _______ tired now. I think I _______ at home and watch TV tonight.
A. am - will stay B. will be - will stay C. am - am staying D. am - stay
18. I _______ my grandparents in the countryside next week. I can’t wait!
A. visit B. will be visiting C. will visit D. am going to visit
19. Jenny often ____ jeans and T-shirt at school but she ____ a gorgeous dress today.
A. wears - is wearing B. is wearing - wears C. wear - is wearing D. wears – wears
20. I ____ a bike to school every day but today I ____ to school by bus because it was stolen
yesterday.
A. rode - went B. ride - am going C. ride - go D. is riding - am going
21. My computer ______ by my brother at this time last night.
A. was being repaired B. was repairing C. is repairing D. was repaired
22. This work ______ by the marketing team next Monday.
A. will be done B. will have been done C. will do D. is done
23. A lot of clean-up activities ______ by our club this weekend.
A. will have organized B. is being organized C. are going to be organized D. will be
organizing
24. These reports must ______ by the manager.
A. have checked B. be checking C. be checked D. check
25. Hundreds of films ______ by CGV Cinemas since January.
A. have showed B. have been showed C. were showed D. Showed
26. The clerk required me _________ in the form before letting me in.
A. sings B. to sing C. to sang D. singing
27. Jimmy forgot _________ the house, so it was broken into.
A. to be locked B. locked C. lock D. to lock
28.Nothing can make Alex _________ her mind now.
A. not to change B. to change C. change D. changing
29. You’d better _________ out with your friends as it is very dangerous in the evening.
A. went B. go C. going D. to go
30.There are not enough candies _________ among all the children here.
A. share B. shared C. to share D. sharing
31.Everybody would like ________to a higher position.
A. to be promoted B. being promoted C. promoting D. to promote
32.John’s voice is nice, _________his performance style is not good enough.
A. and B. so C. or D. but
33. Would you like to go to the cinema_________watch at home?
A. for B. or C. but D. so
34. She loves comedies, ____ her husband is interested in action films.
A. for B. yet C. or D. and
35. He has an emotive voice_________skillful performance.
A. and B. or C. for D. but

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the mistake in each of the following sentences and
correct it.
36. When I was a small girl, I often tried helping my mother with the housework when she was
A B C
busy.
D
37. I have never met a lady who enjoys do the housework better than my sister.
A B C D
38. Encouraging students planting more trees or flowers in schools helps reduce CO2 and make
A B C
the air clean.
D
39. The research on carbon footprint can be based in how much electricity household
A B C
appliances use.
D
40. People watch American Idol not only in order see the participants sing, but also to hear the
A B C D
comments of the judges.
Choose the word(s) that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s)
41. Doing chores also helps develop children's gratitude to their parents because they
understand how hard their parents try every day for their family life.
A. approval B. honour C. thankfulness D. responsibility
42. Children learn how to respect older people, who have a wealth of life experiences.
A. abundance B. resource C. property D. fortune
43. It's not difficult to reduce your carbon footprint. You can do it by making your daily
activities eco-friendly.
A. climate-friendly B. unfriendly C. kindly D. environmentally-friendly
44. A carbon footprint is the total amount of C02 produced by human activities and includes the
emissions of other greenhouse gases.
A. discharges B. controls C. reductions D. expansion
45. The participants in this programme are ordinary people whom the audience can really
identify with.
A. recognize B. support C. remember D. establish
Choose the word(s)that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s)
46. Family is always the most valuable thing in one’s life.
A. worthless B. helpful C. beneficial D. precious
47. It is said that British people still follow some traditional family values now.
A. modern B. standard C. conventional D. unusual
48.More people adopt a green lifestyle. It is a choice we make to change to a greener and more
sustainable lifestyle.
A. continual B. viable C. untenable D. wasteful
49. Organic methods help reduce the use of harmful chemicals in food, which is better for our
health.
A. fortunate B. profitable C. detrimental D. helpful
50. He is a talented artist, and he received several awards.
A. ancient B. talentless C. gifted D. brilliant
Complete the conversations by circling the best answers. Then practise reading them.
51. Nam is asking Minh.-Nam: Who is preparing dinner? - Minh: ______
A. My mum loves cooking. B. My mum is doing it.
C. My mum never cooks. D. My mum prepares it before going out.
52. Lan is talking to Hoa. Lan: Does your sister help with the housework? - Hoa: ______.
A. Definitely not. She is busy. B. Yes, she will.
C. No. She sometimes studies. D. She usually goes to work by car.
53. John is talking to Mike about the club he’s joining.
Mike: Does your club have some social activities? - John: ______
A. People help me with my homework. B. Well, we always wait for others.
C. No. I don’t agree. D. Sure. Its aim is to protect the environment.
54. John is talking to Mike about the club he's joining.
Mike: Are you going to clean up the school with your club this weekend?- John: ______ A. How
do you know about it? B. Yes, that’s it.
C. I’m excited about it. D. They don’t have any plans
55. Ann is talking to Mai about the music idol.
Ann: Why do you love that singer?- Mai: ______.
A. His music is great. B. His clothes are chosen carefully.
C. He’s got a brother. D. He’s playing the piano.
C. Notice/ Announcement
Read the following advertisement/ announcement 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
1 to 6
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Question 1: A. This B. That C. These D. Them

Question 2: A. Eco-Friendly B. Refillable C. Electrical D. Global
Question 3: A. in B. on C. for D. of
ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE TEAM BUILDING EVENT
The school Young Pioneer Manager would like to announce All pioneers are (4)_______
present by 5:30 on Dec 29.
No mobile devices. Just put on the organization's (5)_______
(6)_______ parents have any questions, please contact the Manager at 0974042062 for
further information.
Question 4. A. had to be B. due to C. required to be D. going to
Question 5. A. participant B. uniform C. member D. event
Question 6. A. Had B. Do C. Should D. Were
D. Cloze test
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or
phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Many fruits (1)________ with bad chemicals called fertilizers. These chemicals help the plants
grow faster. However, the chemicals are not good for people. When people eat the fruits, the
chemicals can make them sick. The chemicals in the fertilizers are strong. They stay in the fruit
even after it is picked. This means the chemicals get inside the fruit and people eat them. This is
not (2)________. In addition, some fruits have a lot of these bad chemicals. (3)________, apples,
strawberries, and grapes often have many chemicals from the fertilizers. These chemicals can
(4)________ harm to human’s bodies. As a result, it is better to buy fruits that are grown without
the bad fertilizers. These are called (5)________ fruits which do not have the harmful chemicals.
They are safer for people to eat and better for their health
Question 1: A. are grown B. is grown C. was grown D. were grown
Question 2: A. healthy B. unhealthy C. health D. healthiness
Question 3: A. However B. Therefore C. Although D. For example
Question 4: A. have B. get C. do D. take
Question 5: A. chemical B. organic C. global D. sustainable
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.
Families can function well if everyone can communicate their needs and wants to communicate
with each other respectfully. (6)_______. Sometimes it can be better to wait (7)______ so that
you can more calmly communicate what is going on for you and (8)_______. You may not
always get what you want straight away and you might have to be patient and/ or learn the art of
negotiation and compromise. (9)_______is a great way to work things out so everyone comes
out winning. For example, you might agree to help with chores around the house so you can go
to the movies. It’s important to stick to your side of the agreement - this builds trust and respect.
Talking things over can be helpful, particularly if you are worried about (10)_______. It’s
important to ideintify someone in your family who you feel is understanding and supportive.
This could be a parent, brother, sister, cousin, aunt, uncle, grandparent, or close family friend.

Question 6.
A. This can be hard if you are feeling frustrated, angry, hurt or sad
B. Which can be hard if you are feeling frustrated, angry, hurt or sad
C. It can be hard if you are feeling frustrating, angry, hurt or sad
D. Being hard if you are feeling frustrated, angry, hurt or sad
Question 7
A. until intense feelings have passed B. having passed intense feelings
C. to pass intense feelings D. pass intense feelings
Question 8.
A. how you need and want B. your need and want
C. you can need and want D. what you need and want
Question 9.
A. To learn to negotiate B. Learning to negotiate
C. Learning negotiated D. To learn negotiating
Question 10.
A. our family relationships B. their family relationships
C. your family relationships D. its family relationships
E. READING COMPRHESION
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 questions. (1-5)
British family values have evolved significantly over the past century, reflecting changes in
society, culture, and the economy. Traditionally, British families were often large, with multiple
generations living under one roof, and the father was typically the primary breadwinner while the
mother took care of the home and children. However, modern British families come in all shapes
and sizes, including single-parent families, blended families, and childless couples.
A core value that remains strong in British families is the importance of quality time spent
together. Many families make it a point to have meals together, go on outings, or engage in
recreational activities during weekends and holidays. Celebrations such as Christmas, Easter, and
birthdays are significant events that bring families together, reinforcing their bonds and
traditions.
Respect for individuality and personal space is another crucial aspect of British family values.
While togetherness is encouraged, it's equally important for family members to respect each
other's privacy and personal time. This balance helps maintain harmony and understanding
within the household.
Education and self-improvement are highly valued in British families. Parents often emphasize
the importance of education and encourage their children to pursue higher studies and personal
development. This focus on education is seen as a means to secure a better future and enhance
one's quality of life.
Moreover, British families are increasingly supportive of gender equality and shared
responsibilities. It is now common for both parents to work and share household chores and
childcare duties. This shift reflects broader societal changes towards more equal and inclusive
family dynamics.
As British family values continue to evolve, the underlying principles of love, respect, and
support remain constant. These values not only shape the family unit but also contribute to the
broader community and societal well-being.
Question 1: What would be the best title for the passage?
A. The Evolution of British Family Structures B. The Importance of British Family Values
C. Modern Changes in British Families D. Traditional British Family Life Question 2:
The word “evolved” in paragraph 1 is opposite in meaning to ______.
A. remained unchanged B. increased C. decreased D. varied slightly
Question 3: The word “emphasize” in paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to ______.
A. ignore B. highlight C. downplay D. conceal
Question 4: Which of the following is NOT stated in the passage?
A. British families traditionally had multiple generations living together.
B. Modern British families always consist of a mother, father, and children.
C. Respect for individuality is crucial in British family values.
D. Education is highly valued in British families.
Question 5: It can be inferred from the passage that ______.
A. British family values are static and unchanging
B. modern British families rarely spend time together
C. traditional family structures are becoming less common
D. education is not a priority for modern British families
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 questions. (6-10)
Nha Nhac, meaning “elegant music”, refers to a wide range of musical and dance styles
performed at the Vietnamese royal court from the fifteenth to the mid-twentieth century. Nha
Nhac was generally performed at the opening and closing of ceremonies associated with
anniversaries, religious holidays, funerals and so on. Among the numerous musical genres that
developed in Viet Nam, only Nha Nhac is popular on a nationwide scale and has strong links
with the traditions of other East Asian countries. During Nha Nhac performances, there were
numerous singers, dancers and musicians dressed in gorgeous costumes. Large-scale orchestras
included a drum section and many other types of instruments like wind and string instruments.
All performers had to maintain a high level of concentration because they were expected to
follow each step of the ritual carefully.
Nha Nhac developed during the Le Dynasty (1427-1788) and reached the peak under the Nguyen
Dynasty (1802-1945). As a symbol of the dynasty’s power and longevity, Nha Nhac became an
essential part of the court’s many ceremonies. However, the role of Nha Nhac was not limited to
musical accompaniment for court rituals: it also provided a means of communicating with and
showing respect to the gods and kings as well as providing knowledge about nature and the
universe.
The fall of the monarchy and the decades of war in 20th century seriously threatened the survival
of Nha Nhac and made this musical tradition lose its original function. However, the few
surviving former court musicians continue to work to keep the tradition alive. Certain forms of
Nha Nhac have been maintained in popular rituals and religious ceremonies and become a source
of inspiration for contemporary Vietnamese music.
Question 6: Which of the following can be the best title for the passage?
A. The Development of Nha Nhac B. The Important Roles of Nha Nhac
C. The Threat to Nha Nhac D. The Development of Vietnamese Court Music
Question 7: The word “associated” in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to ________.
A. differed B. cooperated C. connected D. maintained
Question 8: The word “it” in paragraph 2 refers to ________.
A. the court B. the dynasty C. Nha Nhac D. the power
Question 9: According to paragraph 2, which of the following is NOT the role of Nha Nhac? A.
It provided knowledge about nature and the universe.
B. It served as a means of communication with gods and kings.
C. It was used as musical accompaniment for entertainment at court events.
D. It represented the dynasty’s power and longevity.
Question 10: Which of the following is TRUE about Nha Nhac according to the passage?
A. Nha Nhac was introduced to rituals and religious ceremonies in the 20th century.
B. Nha Nhac played a crucial part in court ceremonies and had spiritual functions.
C. Nha Nhac has no connection to the traditions of other East Asian countries. D. Nha Nhac lost
its original function due to a lack of interest from the public.
F. WRITING
Give the correct form of each word in the brackets
1. Avoiding using (HARM) _________________ chemicals in farming practices is important
for maintaining a healthy and natural ecosystem.
2. Recycling (USE)________________ materials helps conserve resources and reduce waste in
the environment.
3. Teenagers need love, (ENCOURAGE)___________________and reassurance from their
parents.
4. He has a nice voice, and he is a(n) (MUSIC)_____________________ .
5. (GLOBE)_____________ efforts are needed to address climate change and its impact on the
environment.
6. I think that temperatures (RISE) ____________________ significantly in the next decade.
7.Don’t call Mary now. She (HAVE) ________________ an important exam now.
8. The school year (BEGIN) _____________ in early September and (END) ______________
in May.
9. Harmful chemicals are (EMIT)________________ into rivers by factories
10. He promised (GIVE) _____________ his best performance and please the audience.
Rewrite each sentence using the given word in brackets as long as its meaning stays the
same as the original one.
1. They will reduce plastic usage in their products. (REDUCED)
-> Plastic ___________________________________________________________________-
2. Companies are going to produce big amounts of single-use plastic. (PRODUCED)
-> Big amounts of ___________________________________________________________
3. The local community cleaned up the beach yesterday. (CLEANED)
-> The beach _______________________________________________________________
4. This material is not harmful to people’s health. (CAUSES)
-> This material _______________________________________________________________
5. My friend likes doing the washing-up more than doing the laundry. (TO)
-> My friend prefers ___________________________________________________________

ĐỀ MINH HỌA 1
Time allowed: 60 minutes
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.
Question 1. A. increase B. lead C. head D. heating
Question 2. A. match B. check C. chairman D. machine
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D 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. housework B. rubbish C. divide D. cooking
Question 4: A. awareness B. organize C. environment D. responsible
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Question 5: We should _________ rubbish we see on the beach to keep the environment clean
and safe for marine life.
A. turnoff B. setup C. break down D. pick up
Question 6: Large trees on the street provide shade for people and reduce the urban _________.
A. explosion B. heat C. item D. resource
Question 7: We can all contribute to a cleaner planet by living _________ and reducing our
carbon footprint.
A. green B. blue C. yellow D. red
Question 8: By adopting cleaner energy sources, we can significantly decrease greenhouse gas
_______.
A. difference B. pollution C. plastic D. emission
Question 9: The plan has been made. Our school _________ a recycling program to promote
eco-friendly habits.
A. is going to be organised B. is going to organise C. will be organised D. will organise
Question 10: ____ is a person who works at home and takes care of the house and family.
A. Houseman B. Breadwinner C. Homemaker D. Servant
Question 11: It’s 7.00 p.m. now and we ____ meal together. We usually ____ dinner at that
time.
A. are having - are eating B. have – eat C. have - are eating D. are having - eat
Question 12: On the final night, TV audiences can vote for their preferred performance and
decide on the winner and two___________.
A. follow-ups B. runners-up C. follows-up D. runner-ups
th
Question 13: President Ho Chi Minh ____ on 19 May, 1890 in Vietnam.
A. is born B. born C. has born D. was born
Question 14: Jim made me ____ a lot with his hilarious jokes.
A. to laugh B. laughed C. laughing D. laugh
Mark the letter A, B, C. or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each
of the following questions.
Question 15: (A)As planned, I (B) will visit my sister, (C) who is studying (D) in Paris.
A. As B. will visit C. who D. in
Question 16: She (A) was gave (B) a box (C) full of chocolate (D) by her grandmother.
A. was gave B. a C. full of D. by
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct response to each of the following
exchanges.
Question 17: A: “ Would you like to have a picnic with us on the weekend?” B:
“__________”
A. You’re welcome. B. Yes, I'd love to. C. It’s my pleasure. D. Of course not.
Question 18: Ann is talking to Mai about the music idol.
Ann: Can he play a musical instrument?- Mai: ______.
A. He didn’t learn to play the drums. B. He can dance.
C. He’s good at singing. D. I’m not sure but he's learning to play the guitar
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.
Question 19: Doing chores also helps develop children’s gratitude to their parents.
A. responsibility B. gratefulness C. behavior D. satisfaction
Question 20: My husband willingly helps me do the chores at weekends so that I can have more
time to relax.
A. readily B. persistently C. reluctantly D. responsibly
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.
Question 21: We may help if we cut down on energy use by using LED lightbulbs and unplug
unused electronic devices.
A. sustain B. reduce C. decline D. increase
Question 22: She was given a prize for her achievement in classical and traditional music.
A. failure B. feat C. success D. accomplishment
Read the following advertisement/ school announcement and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on
your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the blanks.
WANT TO IMPROVE YOUR FAMILY LIFE?
Are you looking to strengthen your family bonds? Are you interested (23) _______ learning effective
communication skills and family management techniques?
Join our Family Life Enhancement Program at XYZ Community Center. We offer courses and
workshops all year round to help you build a happier and healthier family:
● No (24) _______ experience required
● Affordable fees
● Expert guidance and support
Contact information for more (25) ________:
● Email: [email protected] ● Address: 123 Main Street, Anytown

Question 23: A. in B. on C. at D. for

Question 24: A. a B. an C. the D. Ø (no article)
Question 25: A. details B. tools C. programs D. resources

ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE GRADUATION CEREMONY

The school Youth Union would like to announce
 All students of Grade 12 (26)______ present by 17:00 on Jun 29, 2024.
 Girls are required to wear the traditional (27)______ , while boys must wear white shirts
and dark pants.
(28) _______ parents need further information, feel free to contact Mr. Viet at 0974042062

Question 26: A. must B. have to be C. due to D. going to

Question 27: A. customs B. activities C. cultures D. costumes
Question 28:A. Had B. Should C. Were D. Do
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the
sentences to make a meaningful paragraph/ letter in each of the following questions.
Question 29 :
a.i. Moreover, refillable bottles are often made from durable materials, ensuring longevity and
reducing the frequency of replacement.
b.ii. Consequently, this small change in daily habits can lead to a substantial decrease in
environmental footprint, promoting a more sustainable lifestyle for future generations.
c.iii. One significant benefit of using a refillable bottle is the positive impact on the environment.
d.iv. Additionally, by choosing a refillable bottle, individuals decrease their reliance on single-
use plastics.
e.v. Firstly, it reduces the amount of plastic waste, which is a major contributor to pollution.
A. e-d-a-b-c B. e-a-d-b-c C. c-d-a-e-b D.c-e-d-a-b
Question 30:
a.Besides, doing chores together can actually be fun and it makes the work go faster.
b.Dear Mike, I hope you are well! I’ve been thinking about why it’s important for children to
help with housework.
c.It’s a good way for families to spend time together and learn new skills.
d. Firsly, it teaches us responsibility and how to take care of our own things.
e. Also, when we help our parents, it shows them respect and gratitude for all they do for us. f.
Best wishes.
A. b-c- a- e-d-f B.b-d-e-a-c-f C.b-a-d-e-c-f D.b-c-d-a-c-f

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct word or
phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Idol is one of the (31)__________entertainment formats ever launched. The first Idol, Pop Idol,
began in 2001, and quickly became a worldwide phenomenon with local versions in many
countries and territories. Hundreds of millions of viewers worldwide (32)________ The Idol
programme since it was first launched in the UK. The show has been on the top ten rating lists of
most countries. Year after year, Idol remains a global smash hit. American Idol began in 2002
and quickly became the most popular (33)__________ series in America with viewers in the
hundreds of millions.
Vietnam Idol is part of the Idol franchise created in the UK by Simon Fuller. The first season of
Vietnam Idol aired (34)__________ May 23, 2007, and the fourth season aired on August 17,
2012. The Vietnam Idol process includes: auditions, semi- finals, and finals. The final
contestants perform (35) __________on stage to a television audience. The contestants receiving
the fewest viewers' votes are eliminated from the competition.
Question 31: A. successful B. most successful C. more successful D. successfully
Question 32: A. watched B. watch C. have watched D. are watching
Question 33: A. entertainment B. film C. advertisement D. documentary
Question 34: A. on B. at C. in D. from
Question 35: A. lively B. live C. alive D. living

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to
each of the questions.
Many people go through life only thinking about their own well-being and that of those around
them. In reality, the well-being of the environment is just as important in certain ways. Without a
healthy and sustainable environment, their own health and ability to leave behind a sustainable
planet to those who live after them is negatively affected. Therefore, two main environmental
benefits can be realised with greener living.
Firstly, people can conserve natural resources. The natural resources that man has been enjoying
are beginning to disappear. Due to population growth, it is estimated that the use of natural
resources has more than tripled since 1970. At that rate, it is not difficult to see how these same
resources will eventually become depleted. It is important to conserve those precious resources
so that others after this generation can enjoy the same quality of living on this planet.
Secondly, people can reduce the harmful effects of climate change. Primarily due to human’s
reliance on fossil fuels over the years, climate change is a real concern. People continue to
release carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, further polluting the air. This is leading to dramatic
changes in temperatures that need to be stopped. Greener living aims to do exactly that. For
every person who makes an effort to reduce his or her carbon footprint in the world, climate
change can begin to become less of a concern over time.
Question 36: Which of the following can be the best title for the passage?
A. Natural Resources B. The Benefits of Green Living
C. The Effects of Climate Change D. A Healthy Environment
Question 37: The word “depleted” in paragraph 2 is opposite in meaning to ________.
A. run out B. picked up C. filled in D. searched for
Question 38: The word “This” in paragraph 3 refers to________.
A. the activity of releasing carbon dioxide and causing air pollution
B. the harmful effect of climate change
C. the reliance on fossil fuels
D. green living
Question 39: According to paragraph 2, natural resources ________.
A. are not precious to human on Earth B. are hard to be conserved
C. has been used more and more since 1970s D. can not disappear
Question 40: Which of the following is NOT TRUE according to the passage?
A. The well-being of the environment is as important as that of each person
B. Climate change is a problem because of the reliance on fossil fuels
C. Carbon dioxide contributes to air pollution
D. Climate change can only be stopped by actions of governments

WRITING
Give the correct form of each word in the brackets.
41. Taking small steps like recycling and reducing plastic waste can have a positive impact on
(ENVIRONMENT)____________________________protection.
42. 21st Century Fox decided (CANCEL)____________ “American Idol” after the last season of
2016.
43. He usually (GO)________________ to Da Lat on holiday, but this week he
(GO)____________ to Phu Quoc.
44. I have made a reservation. We ( HAVE) ____________________ dinner at the Hoa Sua
restaurant nearby.
45.I think she (VOLUNTEER)___________________ at the local community garden to help
promote sustainable farming practices.

Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using
the given words.
Do not change the form of the word in brackets.
46. The government will promote renewable energy sources to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
(PROMOTED)
-> Renewable energy _________________________________________________________

47.Scientists are going to develop new technologies to combat climate change. (DEVELOPED)
-> New technologies __________________________________________________________

48. The band members worked hard. They successfully recorded their first album. (SO)
-> The band members _________________________________________________________

49. His parents will allow him to play music in his free time. (LET)
-> His parents
__________________________________________________________________

50. Do you have any plan for Sunday morning? (DOING)

-> What _______________________________Sunday morning?
 ĐỀ MINH HỌA 2

MIDTERM TEST 1 - GRADE 10 - FORM 2025

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. bottle B. cotton C. potato D. cock
Question 2:A. weather B. warmth C. than D. thorough
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 stress in each of the following questions.
Question 3:A. decision B. dilution C. compartment D. applicant
Question 4:A. celebrate B. manipulate C. initiate D. eliminate
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: Look! That girl is very attractive. - Yeah, she ____ me of an old friend of mine.
A. remind B. reminds C. is reminding D. will remind
Question 6: Acupuncture is part of traditional Chinese medicine(TCM) and _______ in China
for thousands of years.
A. has using B. have used C. has been using D. has been used
Question 7: We’re surprised to hear that his musical talent was _______ by their loving parents
when he was a child.
A. abandoned B. limited C. fostered D. restricted
Question 8: Environmentalists are keen to _______ us to dispose of rubbish and waste in more
environmentally-friendly ways.
A. assure B. promise C. persuade D. plead
Question 9: Your grades are coming down. You should try to _________the other students in
your class.
A. come up with B. keep up with C. get along with D. get in touch with
Read the following advertisement/announcement 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
10 to 15.

Question 10: A. the B. a C. an D. Ø(no article)

Question 11:A. to B. with C. about D. for
Question 12:A. friend B. friendship C. friendly D. friendliness
 Question 13:A. expect B. are expected C. are expecting D. have expected
Question 14:A. conduct B. execute C. distribute D. organize
Question 15:A. Do B. Had C. Were D. If
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of
the sentences to make a meaningful paragraph/letter in each of the following questions.
Question 16:
a. Thirdly, the government needs to have policies to prioritize women, so that they have better
chances to develop their ability, and better conditions to contribute more to the society, and to
compete equally with men.
b. Dear Horten, I hope you’ve been doing well! I’ve been thinking of several ways to improve
gender equality and give women better chances to develop their ability.
c. Finally, more jobs should be made available to women so that they will have better conditions
to develop themselves to be equal to men.
d. Firstly, the importance and roles of women should be propagated to the development of
society.
e. Secondly, education system should do more to improve the knowledge of people about
women, and to eliminate the prejudice of neglecting women and their value.
f. Lots of love.
A. b-a-d-e-c-f B. b-d-e-a-c-f C. b-c-a-e-d-f D. b-e-d-a-c-f
Question 17:
a. I understand that ensuring the comfort and safety of students and staff is a priority for the
school.
b. I am writing to bring to your attention a concerning issue regarding the lack of air conditioning
in classroom of 10A4.
c. The absence of adequate cooling not only affects our concentration but also poses health risks,
especially during warmer weather conditions.
d. As the temperatures continue to rise, it has become increasingly uncomfortable and difficult for
both students and teachers to focus and perform effectively in the learning environment.
e. Thank you for your attention to this matter, and I look forward to a resolution soon.
f. Therefore, I kindly request your prompt attention to this matter. Implementing a solution, such
as repairing the existing air conditioning system or providing temporary cooling measures, would
greatly alleviate the discomfort experienced by everyone in the affected area.
A. d-b-a-c-f-e B. b-d-e-a-c-f C. b-d-c-a-f-e D. b-d-a-c-f-e
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 18 to 23.
Video games are one of the most popular things to do for fun around the world, but studies
that look into their effects on players, both good and bad, are often seen as unimportant.
One creative way (18)________ health care is to help people deal with pain. Because of how
much focus is needed to play such a game, (19)_________ of the pain. This has been reported
and tested with pediatric patients. Many different types of people use video games as a form of
physical or occupational therapy. These kinds of games take the focus off of possible pain, and
unlike more traditional therapeutic activities, they don't require the person (20__________ that
can be painful.
Long-term follow-up and strong randomized controlled trials of these kinds of interventions
have not been done, though. It's also not clear if patients get tired of these games over time. Also,
because there haven't been any controlled trials comparing video games to other distractions, it's
not clear if the effect of games on distractions depends (21)___________ or if the content of
games is also important. More research needs to be done to look at things like how new a game
is, what users like, and how challenging it is compared to (22)_________.
For the most part, there isn't much evidence that moderate play has serious acute negative
effects. This is because playing video games is very common among kids and teens in
industrialized countries. When bad effects do happen, they are usually pretty minor and only last
for a short time. They go away (23)_________ when you play less often. There needs to be more
research on too much play and a clearer definition of what too much play is. It would also be
good to look at how video game addiction changes over time.
Question 18:
A. which video games are used in
B. that video games are used in
C. when video games are used in
D. where video games are used in
Question 19:
A. be can take the player’s mind off
B. be taken the player’s mind off
C. it can take the player's mind off
D. this can take the player’s mind off
Question 20:
A. be moved them limbs in ways
B. moving their limbs in ways
C. moves them limbs in ways
D. to move their limbs in ways
Question 21:
A. only on focusing on an interactive task
B. just to focusing on an interactive task
C. quite with focusing to an interactive task
D. to focusing on an interactive task
Question 22:
A. others activities that might be distracted.
B. the others activities that might be distract.
C. another activities that might be distracts.
 D. other activities that might be distracting.
Question 23:
A. on their own
B. on his own
C. on her own
D. on our own
Read the following passage 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 24 to 28.
Despite the amazing progress in technology, (24)_______parts of our daily lives don't seem
to have changed much. Transportation is a great example of this. Even in 2020, there are still
cars on the roads, even though people have thought of flying cars for much longer than
that. (25)______dreams do come true, the Hyperloop is a living example of the idea of
transportation in the future. Our idea came from Elon Musk, CEO of the space company SpaceX
and a famous businessman. Musk's Hyperloop is made up (26)______ two huge tubes that
connect Los Angeles to San Francisco. Up to 700 mph (1127 km/h) pods carrying people would
speed through these tubes. They would hold a low-pressure environment (27)______would
surround the pod with a cushion of air that lets it move safely at such high speeds, like an air
hockey puck sliding over a table. (28)_______solar panels on the roof of the Hyperloop tubes
would make the system clean and self-sufficient.
Question 24:A. much B. each C. some D. many
Question 25:A. Although B. Because C. Despite D. However
Question 26:A. to B. of C. for D. with
Question 27:A. that B. who C. which D. whom
Question 28:A. Requiring B. Demanding C. Absorbing D. Installing
Read the following passage 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 29 to 33.
Wolves were the original ancestors of dogs. You might mistake a wolf for a dog, but
they're much larger. On top of that, they're pretty scary. Some wolves evolved into different
species at some point. The smaller and kinder ones were among them. The first dogs were these
kinder wolves. When or why this occurred is a mystery. It may have occurred organically more
than 50,000 years ago, according to some. Still others place the human handiwork of 15,000 to
50,000 years ago.
Regardless of their origin, the practicality of dogs was immediately recognized. Human
geneticists and paleontologists agree that dogs and humans first crossed paths in the Middle East
some 13,000 years ago. It wasn't long before dogs made their way to North America from Asia,
Africa, and Europe. Hunting and traveling were likely the primary uses of these dogs. In
addition, They were also good companions.
The ancient Egyptians valued dogs highly. Not only did the Egyptians rely on dogs for hunting,
but they also used them as guards and fighters. To them, a dog represented the deity responsible
for protecting hell. Dogs were also given names by the ancient Egyptians. Names like "Brave
One," "Reliable," "North-wind," "Blacky," and "Useless" were common.The ancient Romans
also used dogs as a weapon. Dogs were utilized by the Roman army across Europe. The dogs
served as messengers at times and as attack dogs at others.
These days, you can find dogs of all shapes and sizes. What gives them their wolf
heritage? Various theories have been put forward. Canidae is a family of dogs, but some
scientists think that dogs actually have ancestry from other animals. The jackals, coyotes, and
foxes fall into this category. The majority of scientists also think that the variation was shaped by
natural selection and evolution. In subsequent epochs, dog breeders sought out dogs that people
liked and crossed them to create new varieties. This is how people are still facilitating the
emergence of new breeds in the modern era!
Question 29: Which of the following best states the main idea of the reading?
A. No one knows for sure where dogs first appeared with humans.
B. There are two theories about the evolution of dogs.
C. Evolution and breeding have made dogs what they are today.
D. Human beings used dogs for many jobs, so dogs are the first tame animals.
Question 30: The word “them” in the first paragraph refers to______.
A. people B. years C. dogs D. wolves
Question 31: According to some scientists, when did the first tame dogs appear with humans?
A. About 15,000 years ago
B. Between 15,000 and 50,000 years ago
C. Over 50.000 years ago
D. About 13,000 years ago
Question 32: The word “companions” in paragraph 2 is closet in meaning to_____.
A. messengers B. traveling friends C. co-workers D. hunting animals
Question 33: According to the reading, which of the following is TRUE?
A. Most people like to name their dogs Reliable, Blacky, and Useless.
B. The Roman always used dogs as messengers.
C. The first tame dogs appeared in ancient Egypt.
D. According to some studies, dogs mixed with coyotes and jackals.
Read the following passage 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 34 to 40
Most of the time, the Hawaiian Islands make us think of a busy tourist spot with white sand
beaches and palm trees. On one of the farthest northern islands, though, there aren't any guests or
vacation activities. Niihau Island has a volcano that is no longer active, a fragile swamp, and lush
woods. There are also many rare animals that live there, like the Hawaiian monk seal. The
Robinson family bought the island from the King of Hawaii in 1864 with the promise that they
would protect the original Hawaiian culture and language by living there. To keep this promise,
the family started to curb the number of people who could visit the island over time. Today, you
can only talk to the original Niihauans on the island if they invite you. Because of this, the locals
didn't know much about the rest of the world until lately.
The main town of the island looks like it has been frozen in time when you walk through it.
There aren't any cars, stores, bars, or cops. Horses and bicycles are the only ways to get around.
There is no electricity, running water, or phone lines. The 130 people who live
there permanently are all native Hawaiians and speak Hawaiian as their first language. They
fish and farm for a living and don't pay rent. People who live on the other Hawaiian islands have
very different ways of life.
The kids in Niihau don't have TVs or electronics like other kids, but they go to a small
school that gets all of its power from the sun. The school is one of only a few in the US that gets
all of its power from the sun. Hawaiian traditions and ideals about living off the land and ocean
are taught at the school. At the same time, the kids can learn how to use computers and meet
with people from other places.
 People from other places can connect with Niihau by buying the islanders' items, like
jewelry made from shells. In other places, you can buy these things. Few people are able to visit
this banned land, but tourists are still interested in its secrets.
Question 34: What is the best title of the text?
A. A Tourist Attraction B. The Niihauans’ Lifestyle
C. A Forbidden Island D. Education on Hawaii Islands
Question 35: The word “it” in paragraph 2 refers to_______.
A. main town B. island C. The Robinson
family D. volcano
Question 36: Tourists are not allowed to visit Niihau because ______.
A. the natives are afraid that visitors will destroy the island
B. the owners of the island didn’t like outsiders
C. the King wanted to protect the island’s sensitive ecosystem
D. the owners promised to preserve native Hawaiian culture and language alive
Question 37: The word “permanently” in paragraph 2 is closet in meaning to_____.
A. successfully B. spontaneously C. uncertainly D. continuously
Question 38: The word “banned” in the last paragraph is opposite in meaning to______.
A.licit B. effective C. sensitive D. different
Question 39: According to the text, which of the following statements is NOT TRUE about the
text?
A. Visitors can buy the Niihauans’ handicrafts in other islands.
B. Various endangered species can be found on the island of Niihau.
C. Horses and bikes are the sole means of transportation available.
D. The native Niihauans’ way of life is similar to inhabitants on the other Hawaiian Islands.
Question 40: Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?
A. Children of Niihau are equipped with modern electronic devices for schooling.
B. Education on the island tries to balance tradition with technology.
C. A small school in Niihau Island uses various renewable energy sources for electricity
D. At no time do students have a chance to communicate with the rest of the world.

CÁC ĐỀ WRITING
1. Write a paragraph about the benefits of sharing household chores among family members?
2. Write and reply to an inquiry letter for health advice
3. Write a brief biography about a famous artist.