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TRƯỜNG THCS LÊ HỒNG PHONG Năm 2024 - 2025

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PART A: PHONETICS
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. parents /s/ B. religions/z/ C. follows /z/ D. volumes /z/
Question 2. A. puppet /ʌ/ (con rối) B. publish/ʌ/ (xuất bản) C. plumber/ʌ/ (thợ sửa ống nước) D. community/ju/
Question 3. A. backache/k/ B. character/k/ C. scholar/k/ (học giả) D. change/tʃ/
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 4. A. pa’rade (diễu hành) B. ‘fashion C. ‘Easter D. ‘humour
Question 5. A. ‘changeable B. ‘personal C. ‘dedicate D. con’gestion
PART B: VOCABULARY
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions.
Question 6. There has been a __Adj__ increase (N) in the number of foreign tourists to Ninh Binh (=> word form)
A. signify(v) B. significantly(adv) C. significance(n) D. significant (adj-quan trọng)
Question 7. The government in Viet Nam is looking for__ Adj __ way (n-cách) to prevent the impact of new
Corona Virus on the economic growth. (=> word form)
A. effectiveness (n) B. effective (adj) C. effect (n-hiệu quả) D. effectively (adv)
Question 8. Emily often ____________ for cheap plane tickets two to six months prior to her trip.
A. rents (thuê) B. wanders (phân vân) C. hunts (săn) D. works
Question 9. popular with solo __________________ who want to experience the local lifestyle.
A. shoppers B. agents C. hunters D. travellers
Question 10. Are there any ______________ flights from Vietnam to Maldives? =>collocation
A. domestic (nội địa) B. worldwide C. global D. international
Question 11. South America has glaciers, waterfalls, and diverse ________ from desert to jungle.
A. paradises B. ecosystems C. monuments D. landscapes
Question 12. You aren’t a careful driver. You should drive more _____________
A. carelessly B. quickly C. carefully D. strongly
Question 13. We invited (mời) her to go out for dinner, but she _______.
A. turn down B. turn up C. turned down (từ chối) D. turned on
Question 14. Their children have all grown ________ and left home for the city to work
A. on B. up (lớn lên) C. out D. with
Question 15. Could you please buy _______ of cabbage (cải bắp) when you go shopping? =>collocation
A. a kilo B. a pinch C. a bunch D. a head
PART C: GRAMMAR & VOCABULARY
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions.
Question 16. Jade ________ whether the Harbor of Rio de Janeiro was one of the natural wonders. => Câu gián
tiếp dạng Yes/No question)- kiểm tra kiến thức động từ trần thuật.
A. wondered B. wonder C. said that D. say that
Question 17. She asked the children _______ listening to her. => Câu gián tiếp (dạng Yes/No question)- trật tự
từ, quy tắc chuyển đổi (S, V)
A. if were they B. whether they are C. if they were D. whether we were
Question 18. The explorers said that they would explore the Gobi Desert __trạng từ TL (gián tiếp)____. => Câu
gián tiếp (dạng statement)- trạng từ chuyển đổi
 A. next year B. the following year C. last year D. the year before
Question 19. The book ____ is on that table belongs to me. => đại từ quan hệ
A. whom B. which C. where D. who
Question 20. Vatican is the city ________ buildings (N) are recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Site.
A. whose (sở hữu) B. whom C. who D. which
Question 21. I asked Martha if (+S)_____ to enter law school. Câu gián tiếp (dạng Yes/No question)-vị trí S, đổi
ngôi và thì V
A. are you planning B. is she planning C. was she planning D. she was planning
Question 22. The police were helping the two tourists (du khách)_________ were pickpocketed at the carnival.
A. who B. whom C. which D. whose
Question 23. Susana ___________ bit of Spanish when she was living in Mexico.
A. looked up B. went over C. picked up (học lỏm) D. took in
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best completes each of the
following exchanges. (Chức năng giao tiếp)
Question 24. - James: Can we visit Son Doong Cave without booking a tour?
- Tour operator: _____________. It’s compulsory (bắt buộc) to book a tour in advance.
A. Sorry, you can’t B. Of course C. No problem D. No, thank you
=> Đáp lại lời yêu cầu, đề nghị
Question 25. A: Good luck with your final exam. (kì thi tốt nghiệp)
B: _______________________=> Đáp lại lời chúc
A. Thanks. I’ll try my best. B. No, thank you.
C. Thanks. I’d love, too. D. Yes, I agree with you.
=> Đáp lại lời chúc
PART D: READING
Read the following announcements and circle the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct option that best fits
each gap.
Lakeview Railway Onboard Bicycle Policy
Would you like to use your bicycle to explore (26) _______ Lakeview Corridor Scenic Area? Our trains have the
equipment you need to safely transport your bike. (27) ______ booking your ticket, just remember that
reservations(sự đăng kí, sự đặt trước) are required for both you and your bicycle. Reserve(đăng kí, đặt trước)
your bicycle spot early. There are a limited number of storage racks on each train. You are (28) __________ for
stowing (xếp gọn ghẽ) your bike securely. You must also supply your own bike lock. Lakeview Railway does not
take responsibility for bicycles lost or damaged aboard our trains.
Question 26. A. no article B. a C. an D. the
Question 27. A. When B. So C. Because D. But
Question 28. A. aware B. responsible (chịu trách nhiệm) C. famous D. patient
Look at the sign or the notice. Choose the best answer (A, B, C, or D) for each of the following questions.
Question 29. Question 4: What does the sign say?
A. You are allowed(được phép) to enter(vào trong) and exit(thoát ra) through this door.
B. This door is meant only for entering and not for exiting.
C. This door is used for both entering and exiting purposes.
D. This door is locked and cannot be used.

Question 30. What does the sign say? Choose the best option.
A. You must not come to our cinema at 8pm on Sunday.
B. You should pay to come to our cinema festival at 8pm on Sunday.
C. You are invited to come to our cinema festival at 8pm on Sunday
D. You should come to our cinema festival after 8pm on Sunday
II. Read the passage and circle the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the
following questions.
With the habit of working in teams and being helpful to one other, villagers usually earn their living from
farming, raising livestock (gia súc) and making handicrafts. They live in a small community with a temple or a
communal cultural house where great events, such as festivals worshipping the village god and traditional games
are organized. Villagers in the Southern usually live in houses lined up along central road and built on stilts (cột
nhà sàn) to keep above flood waters{33}. Along the coastal lines, fishermen depend on the sea as a means of
livelihood (sinh nhai, sinh tồn). In the Central of Vietnam, a place suffering (chịu đựng) lots of natural disasters
all the year round, citizens tend to be more studious and hard-working than those in regions with favorable (thuận
lợi) conditions. People in the central highlands and the northern mountains live by growing rice, rubber trees
coffee and tea as well as hunting.
Question 31. Which can be the topic of the passage?
A. Villagers across the country B. Villagers around the world
C. Vietnamese life in the countryside D. Vietnamese life in the city
Question 32. Which activity is NOT MENTIONED as a way for villagers to earn their livings?
A. Farming B. Fishing C. Studying D. Hunting
Question 33. Why do Southern villagers need to build their houses on stilt?
A. To protect the house from being attacked by wild animals
B. To protect the house from being flooded
C. To protect the house from earthquakes
D. To protect the house from evil things
Question 34. Which sentence is NOT TRUE according to the passage?
A. There are many disasters in the Central of Vietnam
B. Houses in the Southern part of Vietnam are often built on stilts.
C. People in the Northern Mountainous earn their livings by hunting
D. Villagers often work individually (cá nhân, riêng lẻ)
Question 35. Which explanation has the closest meaning to the word “studious” (hiếu học) in the passage?
A. spending a lot of time studying B. lacking of academic knowledge
C. being lazy in studying D. being very intelligent
III. Read the passage and circle the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the
following questions.
Edinburgh is the capital city of Scotland. It has enormous historical significance. Located on the east
coast of Scotland, Edinburgh proudly offers a window to the past. For many people, this city is an exciting mix of
something traditional and something modern. Edinburgh has been Scotland’s royal city since 1437. Most of
Edinburgh’s sights are within two districts: the old town and the new town. The medieval (thời trung cổ) Royal
Mile stretching for over a mile from Edinburgh Castle to the Palace of Holyrood house dominates the city’s
central area. The Royal Mile is one of the largest, longest and most splendid streets for buildings in Britain. To
millions of visitors, Edinburgh Castle is a must-see because there are many treasures. Princess Street is in
Edinburgh’s new town, directly below the castle. Next to Princess Street, in the shadow of Edinburgh Castle, lies
the green Princess Street Gardens. This is one of the most delightful gardens in Britain. Edinburgh is also a
cultural centre. The worldwide famous Edinburgh Fringe Festival (a series of arts festivals held in August) draws
thousands and thousands of visitors to the city annually. So Edinburgh is really a place no traveler should ignore.
Question 36. What is the most suitable title for the passage?
A. Scotland’s Capital Cities
B. Edinburgh: A Blend of History and Culture
C. The Modern Architecture of Edinburgh
D. Scotland’s Famous Castles
Question 37. What does the term "delightful" in the passage most likely mean?
A. Boring B. charming C. Ordinary D. Depressing
Question 38. How are the old town and the new town of Edinburgh related according to the passage?
A. They both contain modern buildings.
B. They are two districts with historical and cultural landmarks.
C. They are located outside the city centre.
D. They are only connected by the Royal Mile.
Question 39. Which street lies directly below Edinburgh Castle?
A. The Royal Mile B. George Street C. Princess Street D. High Street
Question 40. When is the Edinburgh Fringe Festival held?
A. July B. August C. September D. December
PART E: WRITING
Choose the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the sentences given.
Question 41 "Have you been vaccinated against Covid 19?” he asked me.
A. He asked me if have I been vaccinated against Covid 19.
B. He asked me if I had been vaccinated against Covid 19.
C. He asked me if had I been vaccinated against Covid 19.
D. He asked me if I have been vaccinated against Covid 19.
Question 42. The salesman said, “Are you interested in the scheme?”
A. The salesman said that if I was interested in the scheme.
B. The salesman said that if I were interested in the scheme.
C. The salesman asks if I am interested in the scheme.
D. The salesman asked me if I was interested in the scheme.
Question 43. It is an Expanding Circle country. Its people speak English as a foreign language.
A. It is an Expanding Circle country whose people speak English as a foreign language.
B. It is an Expanding Circle country which people speak English as a foreign language.
C. It is an Expanding Circle country who speak English as a foreign language.
D. It is an Expanding Circle country whose people speaks English as a foreign language.
Question 44. The boy is my cousin. He is wearing a red shirt.
A. The boy who is wearing a red shirt is my cousin.
B. The boy is wearing a red shirt is my cousin.
C. The boy who wearing a red shirt is my cousin.
D. The boy whom is wearing a red shirt is my cousin.
Choose the sentence that best combines each given pair of sentences.
Question 45. This is a bicycle. I bought it yesterday.
A. This is the bicycle which I bought it yesterday.
B. This is the bicycle who I bought yesterday.
C. This is the bicycle that/which I bought yesterday.
D. This is the bicycle I bought it yesterday.
Question 46. He gave her a gift. She really likes it.
A. He really likes the gift which she gave him.
B. He really likes the gift which he gave her.
C. She really likes the gift which he gave her.
D. She gave him a gift which she really likes.
Question 47. He had a headache. He stayed up late last night.
A. In spite of the fact that a headache, he stayed up late last night.
B. Though his having a headache, he stayed up late last night.
C. Although he had a headache, he stayed up late last night.
D. Even though having a headache, he stayed up late last night.
Question 48. The woman wonders _______ doing well at school.
A. whether her children are B. if her children were
C. whether her children was D. her children are if

III. 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 49.
 One of the most famous attractions is Trang An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can take a boat
tour along the river, surrounded by breathtaking limestone mountains and mysterious caves. [a]
 Besides sightseeing, you can also try local specialties like goat meat and crispy rice. I’m sure you will
love the food here! [b]
 I hope you’re doing well. I’m writing to introduce you to an amazing travel destination in Vietnam—Ninh
Binh. If you ever visit Vietnam, you should definitely come here! [c]
 Dear Emma, [d]
 Best wishes, [e]
 Another must-visit place is Bai Dinh Pagoda, the largest Buddhist temple complex in Vietnam. It’s a
peaceful place where you can enjoy the beautiful architecture and learn about Vietnamese Buddhism. [f]
 Let me know if you need more information. I’d love to help you plan your trip! [g]
A. b - d - c - a - e - f - g
B. a - f – g- b - c - d - e
C. b - c - a - d - f - g- e
D. d - c - a - f - b - g- e
Question 50.
 Dear Emma, [d]
 I hope you’re doing well. I’m writing to introduce you to an amazing travel destination in Vietnam—Ninh
Binh. If you ever visit Vietnam, you should definitely come here! [c]
 One of the most famous attractions is Trang An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can take a boat
tour along the river, surrounded by breathtaking limestone mountains and mysterious caves. [a]
 Another must-visit place is Bai Dinh Pagoda, the largest Buddhist temple complex in Vietnam. It’s a
peaceful place where you can enjoy the beautiful architecture and learn about Vietnamese Buddhism. [f]
 Besides sightseeing, you can also try local specialties like goat meat and crispy rice. I’m sure you will
love the food here! [b]
 Let me know if you need more information. I’d love to help you plan your trip! [g]
 Best wishes, [e]
Question 50
 5. Thân bài-(ý 4) Another benefit is the improvement of infrastructure. Many places invest in better
roads, airports, and public facilities to attract tourists, which also benefits local residents. [a]
 6. Kết bài-(tóm lại) In conclusion, tourism brings many advantages to a region or a country, but it should
be managed properly to ensure long-term benefits. [b]
 1. -Mở bài (giới thiệu chủ đề) Tourism plays an important role in the development of a region or a
country. [c]
 3. Thân bài-(ý 2) Besides, tourism promotes cultural exchange. Visitors have the chance to learn about
the traditions, history, and customs of a place, while locals can also be exposed to different cultures. [d]
 2. -Thân bài-(ý 1) First of all, it helps boost the local economy. Tourists spend money on
accommodation, food, transportation, and souvenirs, which creates jobs and increases income for local
people. [e]
 4. Thân bài-(ý 3) However, it is important to develop tourism sustainably. Authorities should take
measures to protect the environment and preserve cultural heritage while promoting tourism. [f]
A. c - e - d - a - f – b B. a - b - c - d - e - f
C. c - e - f - a - d – b D. a - d - c - e - f - b

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