SỞ GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO VĨNH PHÚC KỲ THI TUYỂN SINH LỚP 10 THPT

NĂM HỌC 2024-2025

ĐỀ THI CHÍNH THỨC ĐỀ THI MÔN: TIẾNG ANH - CHUYÊN
(Dành cho thí sinh thi vào lớp chuyên Tiếng Anh và
(Đề thi có 08 trang) chuyên Tiếng Pháp)
Thời gian làm bài: 150 phút, không kể thời gian phát đề

Họ, tên thí sinh: ..........................................................................

Số báo danh: ...............................................................................

PART A. LISTENING. You will listen to each section TWICE.

Section 1. Questions 1-6. Complete the notes below.
Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
NOTES ON ADULT EDUCATION CLASSES
Example:
Number of classes per week: Answer: 7
Tuesday:
• (1) ____________________ Workshop 6-7.30 p.m.
Limited space: no more than (2) ____________________ participants
• Book Club
Must read (3) ____________________ books
• (4) ____________________ Group
Learn about local events last century
Wednesday:
• Scrabble Club (5) ____________________ p.m.
Popular
Thursday:
• Chess Night
Serious
• (6) ____________________
For special occasions
Questions 7-10. Complete the form below.
Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.
ADULTS LEARNERS’ WEEK
No cost but must make (7) ____________________
• September 1-8
Techno Expo
• Help you work with (8) ____________________ tools
• Learn about online security issues and online entertainment
• Monday, 1-4.30 p.m.
Wednesday: (9) ____________________
Venue: (10) ____________________

Section 2. Questions 11-15.

Listen to the talk and choose the correct answer A, B or C.
Winridge Forest Railway Park
11. Simon’s idea for a theme park came from __________.
A. his childhood hobby B. his interest in landscape design C. his visit to another park
12. When they started, the family decided to open the park only when __________.
A. the weather was expected to be good
B. the children weren’t at school
C. there were fewer farming commitments
13. Since opening, the park has had __________.
A. 50,000 visitors B. 1,000,000 visitors C. 1,500,000 visitors
14. The main idea of Liz’s work is currently __________.
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 A. advertising B. animal care C. staffing
15. What is the area of the Go-Kart arena?
A. 1.2 km² B. 120 m² C. 12 km²
Section 3. Questions 16-20.
You are going to listen to Tim Cole talking about guidebooks and choose the best answer (A, B, C, or D),
which fits best according to what you hear.
16. Once, when Tim used a guidebook in Australia, __________
A. he found the best budget hotel ever.
B. it took him ages to find the place he was looking for.
C. he ended up at an unexpected destination.
D. he travelled a lot to his favourite places.
17. Tim believes the problem with guidebooks is that __________
A. some of them are very poorly researched.
B. many things have changed by the time you read the book.
C. they are only regularly updated.
D. some passengers cannot book their hotels.
18. The thing Tim particularly dislikes about guidebooks is __________
A. the recommendations about where to eat.
B. that they have too much information about nightlife.
C. the limited amount of information about history and culture.
D. that they are too heavy to carry.
19. Other things which should be included in guidebooks are __________
A. clear and detailed maps of the area.
B. as much information as possible about an area.
C. good pictures of well-known tourist sites.
D. as much money as possible.
20. What is Tim’s view on digital guidebooks?
A. They can be problematic when downloading.
B. He can’t find what he wants as easily as he can in a traditional guidebook.
C. He likes the fact that they’re tailored to your individual requirements.
D. Too many travellers are too trusting of their guidebooks.

PART B. LEXICO - GRAMMAR

Section 1. Questions 1-20.
Choose the correct answer A, B, C, or D to each of the following questions and write your answers on the
answer sheet.
1. I don’t suppose you are telling us the true version of the story, __________?
A. do I B. are you C. aren’t you D. will you
2. Many craters on the Earth’s surface were probably formed by very large meteorites __________.
A. which smashed into the ground and an explosion B. smashing into the ground and exploding
C. when smashed into the ground and exploded D. they smashed into the ground and exploded
3. The young boys were fortunate __________ before the building was engulfed in fire.
A. to rescue B. to have been rescued C. rescuing D. to have rescued
4. Gardeners must know __________ in order to grow roses successfully.
A. that the requirements for each variety B. what the requirements for each variety are
C. that the requirements for each variety are D. what are each variety’s requirements
5. How can I pull myself together when this is not __________ a challenge?
A. more a worry than B. so much a worry as C. worth worrying for D. as worrying as
6. __________, watching our every move.
A. A tall man at the back of the room stood B. Stood a tall man at the back of the room
C. Stood at the back of the room a tall man D. At the back of the room stood a tall man
7. My new pullover __________ to half of its previous size when I washed it.
A. dwindled B. reduced C. diminished D. shrank
8. Vinh Phuc has been attracting foreign investment due to the present favorable political __________ of the
province.
A. temperature B. climate C. state D. weather
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9. Don’t forget to leave your __________ address in case we have to send you mail to the new place.
A. pursuing B. forwarding C. advancing D. following
10. He was __________ devastated by the news.
A. utterly B. extremely C. deeply D. immensely
11. The prices of some kinds of electronics have been __________ by increases in production.
A. sized down B. set down C. tied up D. brought down
12. Many local authorities realize there is a need to make __________ for disabled people in their housing
programmes.
A. assistance B. conditions C. admittance D. provision
13. The plague, otherwise known as the Black Death, was a __________ disease.
A. contingent B. contiguous C. contagious D. congenial
14. I really wasn’t ready for the presentation, but was saved by the __________ when Jack took over for me.
A. tone B. bang C. bell D. ring
15. Ricky Gervais __________ to fame when he wrote and acted in a funny TTV mock-documentary series called
The Office.
A. arose B. flew C. rose D. raised
16. Despite the fog, we were able to discern a __________ of cottages in the distance.
A. cluster B. clutter C. congregation D. constellation
17. I wish you would stop wasting so much time on computer games and do something a little more __________.
A. welcome B. enviable C. feasible D. worthwhile
18. We don’t want him to suspect we’re giving him a surprise party. Make sure you don’t __________.
A. break the ice B. kick the bucket C. spill the beans D. sweep the board
19. Sales began the year at 30,000 units in January and increased slightly __________ 2,000 units in February.
A. by B. to C. in D. at
20. __________ the hard evidence against him, the jury had no option but to find him guilty.
A. Given that B. In view of C. In regard to D. With a view to
Section 2. Questions 21-25.
There are FIVE mistakes in the following paragraph except for the example. Identify and correct them.
There is one example that has been done for you.
Homework is an established part of school life in most countries around the world. However, Line 1
there is still considerate debate among teachers about whether homework has a significant Line 2
educational value. On the one side are those who claim that it spends too much time away from Line 3
other more useful activities. On the other are those who see homework like reinforcing school Line 4
lessons so that concepts will not be forgotten. What is often neglected in this debate is a role of Line 5
parental involvement and whether or not the child’s home provides support for effective Line 6
homework. Middle-class families regularly spend time helping with homework by providing Line 7
facilities and being interested. These are the same families who can afford another educational Line 8
experiences like overseas holidays and weekend museum visits. However, the idea that only Line 9
middle-class parents support their children’s education is quite obviously wrong. Not all well- Line 10
to-do parents give the support they should, and some parents living in the most impoverished Line 11
circumstances find the time and energy to involve themselves in their children’s homework. In Line 12
general, consequently, the family’s economic status is a major factor in determining the value Line 13
of homework. Line 14

Questions Line Mistakes Corrections

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Section 3. Questions 26-35.

Supply the correct form of the words given in the brackets to complete the following passage.
The chupacabra
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 The chupacabra, or chupacabras, is a (26. BLOOD) __________ mystery creature, (27. SUPPOSE)
__________ responsible for killing sheep and goats. It occupies the same space between reality and myth that is
occupied by creatures such as the Yeti, the Loch Ness Monster and mermaids, with one difference – it is a (28.
RELATE) __________ new monster. The creature was first reported as late as 1995 on the island of Puerto Rico
in the Caribbean, but (29. SEE) __________ have since spread to South America, the United States and, most
recently, Russia and Southern Europe. If the chupacabra is real, it has an impressive range for a wild animal. The
(30. FORE) __________ expert on the chupacabras calls its “the first internet monster”, attributing the rapid
spread of reports to Google. As with most monsters, there is precious little physical evidence, and eyewitness
reports are sketchy and often contradictory, and it has, of course, (31. MYSTERY) __________ avoided capture.
Some evidence for the creature’s (32. EXIST) __________ comes from its diet. The name “chupacabra” literally
translates as “goat sucker”, because it apparently drains its victims of blood. Dead sheep have been connected
with chupacabras reports from its earliest (33. APPEAR) __________ in the media. However, scientific analyses
of these creatures reveal that dogs or coyotes are the (34. LIKE) __________ culprits. So it seems as though the
chupacabras is (35. ESSENCE) __________ a case of mistaken identity. But, as with all good monsters, the
stories won’t go away...

PART C. READING.
Section 1. Questions 1-8.
Read the following passage and write the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
answer to each of the questions.
[1] Charles Darwin’s Theory of Evolution is known as one of the most important and controversial scientific
theories ever published. Darwin was an English scientist in the 19th century best known for his book “On the
Origin of Species.” In his book, Darwin postulated different species shared characteristics of common ancestors,
that they branched off from common ancestors as they evolved, and that new traits and characteristics were a
result of natural selection. The theory is based on the assumptions that life developed from non-life and
progressed and evolved in an indirect manner. Therefore, the Theory of Evolution, while controversial, has
shaped and influenced the modern scientific world’s thinking on the development of life itself. Darwin was born
February 12, 1809 in England. Although initially entering into medicine, Darwin chose to pursue his interest in
natural science and embarked on a five-year journey aboard the H.M.S. Beagle, a British sloop belonging to the
Royal Navy. Because of his experience aboard the Beagle, he laid the foundation for his Theory of Evolution
while also establishing himself within the scientific community. Specifically, Darwin’s keen observation of the
fossils and wildlife he saw during his time on the Beagle served as the basis for the cornerstone of his theory:
natural selection.
[2] Natural selection contributes to the basis of Darwin’s Theory of Evolution. One of the core tenets of
Darwin’s theory is that more offspring are always produced for a species than can possibly survive. Yet, no two
offspring are perfectly alike. As a result, through random mutation and genetic drift, over time offspring develop
new traits and characteristics. Over time beneficial traits and characteristics that promote survival will be kept in
the gene pool while those that harm survival will be selected against. Therefore, this natural selection ensures
that a species gradually improves itself over an extended duration of time. On the other hand, as a species
continues to ‘improve’ itself, it branches out to create entirely new species that are no longer capable of
reproducing together.
[3] Through natural selection, organisms could branch off of each other and evolve to the point where they no
longer belong to the same species. Consequently, simple organisms evolve into more complex and different
organisms as species break away from one another. Natural selection parallels selective breeding employed by
humans on domesticated animals for centuries. Namely, horse breeders will ensure that horses with particular
characteristics, such as speed and endurance, are allowed to produce offspring while horses that do not share
those above-average traits will not. Therefore, over several generations, the new offspring will already be pre-
disposed towards being excellent racing horses.
[4] Darwin’s theory is that ‘selective breeding’ occurs in nature as ‘natural selection’ is the engine behind
evolution. Thus, the theory provides an excellent basis for understanding how organisms change over time.
Nevertheless, it is just a theory and elusively difficult to prove. One of the major holes in Darwin’s theory revolves
around “irreducibly complex systems.” An irreducibly complex system is known as a system where many
different parts must all operate together. As a result, in the absence of one, the system as a whole collapses.
Consequently, as modern technology improves, science can identify these “irreducibly complex systems” even
at microscopic levels. These complex systems, if so inter-reliant, would be resistant to Darwin’s supposition of

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how evolution occurs. As Darwin himself admitted, “To suppose that the eye with all its inimitable contrivance
for adjusting the focus for different distances, for admitting different amounts of light, and for the correction of
spherical and chromatic aberration, could have been formed by natural selection, seems, I free confess, absurd in
the highest degree”.
[5] In conclusion, “On the Origin of Species” is known as one of the most consequential books ever published.
Darwin’s Theory of Evolution remains, to this day, a lightning rod for controversy. The theory can be observed
repeatedly, but never proven, and there are a plethora of instances that cast doubt on the processes of natural
selection and evolution. Darwin’s conclusions were a result of keen observation and training as a naturalist.
Despite the controversy that swirls around his theory, Darwin remains one of the most influential scientists and
naturalists ever born due to his Theory of Evolution.
1. The word “postulated” in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to __________.
A. disagreed B. proved C. opposed D. hypothesized
2. Which sentence is most similar to the following sentence from paragraph 1?
The theory is based on the assumptions that life developed from non-life and progressed and evolved in an
indirect manner.
A. The Theory of Evolution is founded on evidence that non-organic compounds are the basis of life,
developed in an unguided way.
B. Based on certain assumptions, we can prove that evolution occurs in all living and non-living entities.
C. According to Darwin, if we assume that life at its origin was created from nonorganic compounds and
developed in an unguided manner, his theory holds true.
D. Due to the controversy, it is hard to make assumptions about the Theory of Evolution.
3. According to paragraph 2, what are the causes for species developing new traits and characteristics?
A. Mutation and genetic drift B. Survival and selection
C. Medicine and longevity D. Tenets and theory
4. What is the purpose of paragraph 3 in the passage?
A. To show the simple-to-complex nature of natural selection in context.
B. To create doubt as to the validity of the theory.
C. To contrast with the ideas presented in paragraph 2.
D. To segue into the main point presented in paragraph 4.
5. The word “contrivance” in paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to __________.
A. maintenance B. retention C. absurdity D. system
6. All of the following are mentioned in paragraph 4 as a viewpoint to state that natural selection is difficult to
prove EXCEPT __________.
A. The belief that the complexity of the human eye could have been formed by natural selection seems highly
unlikely.
B. Selective breeding is the major hole in the theory of natural selection.
C. Modern technology has been used to prove that irreducibly complex systems exists.
D. The presence of irreducibly complex system contradicts how evolution occurs.
7. In paragraph 4, what was the author’s purpose of including a quote that the belief that the complexity of the
human eye could have been formed by natural selection seems highly unlikely?
A. To provide evidence that irreducibly complex systems exists.
B. To prove that the natural selection contradicts the basis of Darwin’s Theory of Evolution.
C. To support that the natural selection contributes to the basis of Darwin’s Theory of Evolution.
D. To support the claim that natural selection is just a theory and difficult to prove.
8. These sentences express the most important ideas in the passage EXCEPT __________.
A. Natural selection explains how species change gradually over time.
B. The Theory of Evolution describes how species “branch out” from a common ancestor.
C. Creationists strongly object to the premise of the Theory of Evolution.
D. Both Darwin and “On the Origin of Species” are among the most influential things to happen to naturalist
science.
Section 2. Questions 9-15.
Read the following passage and fill in each blank with ONE most suitable word.
One of the hazards that electronic media like the television, radio or computers (9) __________ these days is
the decline in book reading.

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 The concern applies mainly to the younger generations (10) __________ are strongly tempted by the glamour
of the silver screen and, consequently, don’t recognize the importance of acquiring first-hand information from
books.
To encourage reading for pleasure and to propagate a wide array of publications (11) __________
encyclopedias, reference books, manuals or fiction, radical solutions should be applied. Firstly, more emphasis
ought to be put on the educational factor. Youngsters should be made to feel comfortable while reading either for
information or self-satisfaction in (12) __________ places like airports, buses or on the beach. Secondly, libraries
must be subsidized (13) __________ accurately in order to provide the potential readers with ample choice of
publications and to become more publically active so as to put books at people’s (14) __________ rather than
keep them under lock and key. Fund collecting actions organized by libraries might also raise the public
awareness of the advantages of becoming engrossed in a good book. (15) __________ , the mass media
themselves might contribute substantially by recommending the purchase of valuable best-sellers and inspiring
their viewers to enrich knowledge and erudition, and thus helping them to develop the habit of spontaneous
reading.
Section 3. Questions 16-20.
Read the following passage and write the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or
phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Very few of us would admit putting much trust in horoscopes and the fact that the movements of astronomical
bodies (16) __________ to earthly occurrences affecting people’s everyday lives.
We all know about the zodiac signs which reflect the position of the sun, the moon and the planets at the
moment of a man’s birth and about the peculiar characteristics ascribed to them by astrologers. We say we will
take these phenomena with a pinch of salt while we keep (17) __________ our eyes over them in every tabloid
we lay our hands on. Most frequently, we expect horoscopes to predict the future, to (18) __________ our
optimistic mood with a piece of comforting information or to boost our ego by confirming the superlative features
that we tend to attribute to our zodiacs.
However, there’s no scientific evidence to corroborate the assumption that human existence is so closely (19)
__________ with the parameters of the celestial bodies. Our curiosity in horoscopes may, then, stem our sheer
fascination with the unexplained or the unpredictable as well as in the enticing insight into the future that the
horoscopes offer, thus establishing the sense of our (20) __________ an extreme power over our own lives. An
additional explanation is that humans tend to have a soft spot for any form of flattery, which is the fact to which
astrologers and the horoscope writers seem to attach the greatest deal of weight.
16. A. rely B. correspond C. match D. compare
17. A. running B. sending C. fixing D. putting
18. A. restore B. adjust C. upgrade D. reassume
19. A. fused B. adhered C. coalesced D. intertwined
20. A. disposing B. wielding C. effecting D. committing
Section 4. Questions 21-30.
Read an article in which four different women talk about the importance of their own personal space and
choose from the people (A-D). The people may be chosen more than once.
MY OWN PERSONAL SPACE
A. Katrin
I always need to get away from other people at some point during the day. It’s not that I don’t get on with others.
I’ve loads of friends. But I work in a really busy office in the centre of town and from the moment I leave home
each morning it’s non-stop. Crowds on the buses, busy streets, office bustle, phones, e-mail, do this, do that... By
the time the end of the day comes, I’m desperate for some peace and quiet. Even if I’m going out later in the
evening, I always make sure I have at least an hour to myself without anyone being able to disturb me. I arrive
home, make myself a drink and lie on the sofa. I close my eyes and relax by concentrating on each part of my
body in turn, beginning with my neck. Even if I’m away from home, I try to find the time just to be alone in order
to unwind and recharge my batteries. If I don’t make this space for myself, I feel really tense and irritable.
B. Lia
I share a student flat with three others, so there’s never a quiet moment. When I come back from college in the
evenings it’s quite likely that there’ll be other people there as well and we’ll all have supper together. It’s great
fun but towards the end of the evening I feel really tired and so I like to disappear by myself for a while. It’s
hopeless to try and find any privacy in the flat, so I go out for a walk. Whatever the weather, I walk through the

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park which is quite close. Late at night it’s usually empty. There are just shadows and the rustle of animals and
birds. It’s very peaceful and it gives me the opportunity to reflect on the day and to think about what I have to do
the next day. When I get back to the flat I like to go straight to bed. Usually I fall asleep pretty quickly even if
the others are still up and chatting or listening to music. If I don’t get this time to myself. I’ll be like a bear with
a sore head the next morning and not nice to know!
C. Beatriz
I’m a night owl and I absolutely hate getting up in the mornings. If people try and talk to me before midday, I
really snap at them. Being an actress means that I work late so it’s important that I create space for myself at the
beginning of each day. And because I use my voice so much, in fact totally depend on it, I like to rest my voice
and just listen to music when I wake up. I don’t even want to hear other people’s voices. Some people find this
very hard to understand and get quite cross when I tell them not to contact me before noon. I tell them It’s nothing
personal but they still sound offended. I’m sure it must be the same for singers and, who knows, maybe teachers
and lecturers get fed up with hearing the sound of their own voice and simply long to be by themselves
somewhere. In complete silence
D. Natalie
I work in a call centre, which means I’m constantly on the phone. Apart from lunch and two short breaks during
the day I’m speaking to people all day long. And of course, you never get to see who you’re speaking to! By the
end of my shift I’m exhausted, not because I’m rushing around or I’m on my feet all day but simply because I’ve
spent the day talking and listening. The breaks are so short that there’s no time to do anything other than get a
drink and something to eat. I’d love to be able to go for a walk but there’s nowhere to escape to within easy
walking distance. The building where I work is in the middle of an industrial estate, you can’t even see a single
tree. So my flat is full of house plants and when I get home it’s wonderful to be able to relax, surrounded by all
the greenery. I lie on the floor, stretch out, look up at the plants and try to imagine I’m in a tropical rainforest
miles away!
Section 4, Questions 21-30:
Which of the women:
21. __________ spends her day in conversation with others?
22. __________ would like to take exercise during the day?
23. __________ worries she might upset other people?
24. __________ escapes outside to find peace and quiet?
25. __________ likes to prepare mentally for what is to come?
26. __________ thinks other people may feel equally stressed?
27. __________ relies entirely on her home environment for space?
28. __________ feels pressured by too many demands at work?
29. __________ relies on personal space early in the day?
30. __________ creates space for herself even if she is not at home?

PART D. WRITING.
Section 1. Rewrite each of the following sentences using the word given, so that it has a similar meaning to
the first one. The words given MUST NOT be altered in any way.
1. Alison bought a big house because she wanted to open a hotel. VIEW
→ Alison bought _________________________________________.
2. They remain close friends despite having had many arguments. FALL
→ Frequently as __________________________________________.
3. Mike is never reluctant to make tough decisions as a manager. SHRINKS
→ Mike never _______________________________________________.
4. A great many people will congratulate her if she wins. SHOWERED
→ She will be ___________________________________________.
5. Just a summary cannot bring out the quality of this book. JUSTICE
→ A mere _____________________________________________.
Section 2. Essay writing.
In most modern families, parents and children spend less and less time together. What are the reasons for
this? What problems can this cause?
Write an essay of at least 250 words to express your opinion on the issue. Use reasons and examples to support
your position.

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