ĐỀ KHẢO SÁT CHẤT LƯỢNG LỚP 9

TRƯỜNG THCS THÁI THỊNH

Mark the letter A,B,C, or D on your anwswer sheet to indicate the word which differs from the other
three in the position of the primary stress in each of the following questions.
Question 1. A. specific B. communication C. delicious D. speciality
Question 2. A. parade B. visit C. offer D. ruinous
Mark the letter A,B,C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the
following questions.
Question 3. Catherine was_______ when she got a scholarship.
A. boring B. surprising C. afraid D. excited
Question 4. While she________ for the bus, it suddenly started to rain heavily.
A. is waiting B. was waiting C. waited D. waits
Question 5. The more you travel, ________ you learn about different cultures and lifestyles.
A. the more B. the most C. the least D. the less
Question 6. ______ the government’s attempts to reduce traffic jams, the number of private vehicles
continues to rise.
A. Because of B. Although C. Despite D. Because
Question 7. He ran ______ we excepted. Therefore, he won the race.
A. more quicker than B. as quickly than C. quicker than D. more quickly than
Question 8. If you don’t know the meaning of a word, you can _____ in a dictionary.
A. take it up B. look it up C. pass it down D. put it up
Question 9. Thong Nhat Park, _______ we often go jogging, is now cleaner and more well- maintained
by the local community.
A. where B. which C. who D. what
Question 10. From the top of the mountain, you can enjoy a ______ view of the whole valley.
A. picturesque B. impressing C. entertaining D. historical
Mark the letter A,B,C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs
from the three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
Question 11. A. effect B. explanation C. exist D. examine
Question 12. A. exhibit B. honey C. honest D. hour
Mark the letter A,B,C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs
from the three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
Question 13. Put the sentences (a-c) in the correct order, then fill in the blank to make a logical
paragraph.
Having good habits is important for a happy and successful life. _______
a. Finally, good habits create a positive mindset, which helps people stay motivated and reduce stress.
b. Firstly, good habits help people stay healthy, such as eating nutritious food and exercising regularly.
c. Moreover, they improve productivity by making daily tasks easier and more organized.
A. b-c-a B. a-b-c C. c-b-a D. b-a-c
Question 14. Choose the sentence that can end the text (in Question 13) most appropriately.
A. When people practice good habits every day, they can achieve their goals more easily.
B. In short, developing good habits leads to a healthier, more organized, and happier life.
C. In conclusion, people discourage their friends and relatives to have a good habit.
D. In the end, having a good habit is essential for teenagers.
Read the following announcement and mark the letter A,B,C, or D on your answer sheet to choose the
word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Join the Chess Club Today!
Are you interested in chess? Want to improve your skills and meet fellow chess enthusiasts? The Chess
Club is now accepting new members! Whether you’re a beginner or (15)_________ experienced
player, we welcome all skill levels. To join, simply follow these easy steps:
1. Sign up by visiting our website or (16)_______ the registration desk in the student center.
2. Attend an introductory meeting where we will introduce you to the club’s activities and
events.
3. Pay the membership fee to receive (17)_______ to exclusive tournaments and practice
sessions.
4. Start (18) _______ ! Join weekly games, workshops, and competitions to sharpen your strategy.
For more information, contact us via email or visit our website.

Question 15. A. a B. an C. the D. X (no article)

Question 16. A. on B. in C. at D. by
Question 17. A. permits B. cards C. permission D. access
Question 18. A. playing B. play C. plays D. played
Read the following sign or notice and mark the letter A,B,C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct answer to each of the following questions.

Question 19. What does the sign say ?

A. Not everyone can use a camera, only managers

B. You should bring a camera with you

C. You are allowed to take pictures without flash

D. You are not allowed to take photos here

 Question 20. What does the notice say?
Delivered failed: Hi Davis! It A. Davis needs to arrange the time to pick up his order.
looks like we missed you. We
attempted to deliver order 061 but B. Davis forgot to place his order at the post office.
were unable to. Click the link
below to schedule a pickup time C. Davis must reorder the product
at your nearest postal office.
D. His order is going to be delayed due to the bad weather
Mark the letter A,B,C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct sentence that is made from the
given cues in each of the following questions.
Questions 21. She/ wish/ she/ have/ a good time/ the beach/ now.
A. She wishes she is having a good time on the beach now.
B. She wishes she were having a good time on the beach now.
C. She wishes she had a good time on the beach now.
D. She wishes she was having a good time on the beach now.
Question 22. We/ suggest/ John/ practice English/ more frequently/ have/ better grades.
A. We suggested John to practice English more frequently to have better grades.
B. We suggested John practicing English more frequently to have better grades.
C. We suggested John practice English more frequently to have better grades.
D. We suggested John should practice English more frequently have better grades.
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.
Many teenagers feel stressed in their daily lives. They have to study hard for (23)_______ and do well in
school. Some teens also have (24)_______ from their parents to get good grades.
Besides school, teenagers may feel stressed about (25)________ relationship with friends. They want to
be liked and accepted. Sometimes, they also worry (26)______ their appearance because they want to
look good.
(27)________ stress, teenagers should have time to relax and do activities they enjoy. Taking to family or
friends can also help them feel (28)________ and less worried.
Question 23. A. exams B. holidays C. sports D. music
Question 24. A. pressure B. freedom C. exercise D. permission
Question 25. A. our B. theirs C. your D. their
Question 26. A. in B. about C. with D. on
Question 27. A. Reduced B. Reducing C. To reduce D. Reduce
Question 28. A. younger B. busier C. better D. weaker
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.
The Trang An Grottoes are located in Ninh Binh Province in the southern part of the Red River Delta. The
area includes 50 small attrative caves formed by water. They cover an area of 31 valleys, which is home
to 600 types of plants and 200 kinds of animals. The unique environment is now attracting visitors who
come to admire the splendid scenery.
Visitors will notice limestone peaks, or mountain tops, and vertical cliffs that seem to grow out of the
edge of the water. This has led some tourists to call it ‘Ha Long Bay on land’
People have lived in this area for over 30,000 years. It was also home to the ancient Vietnamese capital,
Hoa Lu, in the 10th – 11th centuries AD.
Most visitors rent small boats with guides at affordable prices to take them to the best places in the area.
There are some nearby hotels run by friendly hotel staff.
Today the area contains pagodas, villages, paddy fields, and temples and is considered by visitors as an
amazing tourist attraction.
Question 29. What is the main idea of the reading passage?
A. Trang An used to be the ancient Vietnamese capital.
B. Trang An is considered as an amazing tourist destination.
C. Trang An has small attractive caves formed by water.
D. Visitors must take a boat ride when visiting Trang An.
Question 30. What does the word “they” in paragraph 1 refer to?
A. animals B. caves C. plants D. The Trang An Grottoes
Question 31. Which is the following statement is NOT true according to the text?
A. People have lived in this area since the 10th century A.D.
B. Visitors admire the scene landscape in Trang An
C. Trang An is called ‘Ha Long Bay on land’.
D. Visitors can take a guided boat ride at affordable prices in Trang An.
Question 32. The phrase “run by” is CLOSET in meaning to__________.
A. followed by B. managed by C. protected by D. marketed by
Question 33. How many kinds of animals can be found in the Trang An Grottoes?
A. 50 B. 200 C. 600 D. 30,00
Question 34. The word “unique” is OPPOSITE in meaning to _________.
A. rich B. special C. ordinary D. potential
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is the closest in meaning
to the original sentence(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 35. The Paradise Resort is an ideal place for holidaymakers. Our uncle has recommended it
to us.
A. The Paradise Resort is an ideal place for holidaymakers where our uncle has recommended to us.
B. The Paradise Resort is an ideal place for holidaymakers which our uncle has recommended to us.
C. The Paradise Resort, which our uncle has recommended to us, is an ideal place for holidaymakers.
D. The Paradise Resort, where our uncle has recommended to us, is an ideal place for holidaymakers.
Question 36. “Are you going to go to Soobin’s live concert with me next weekend?”, he asked his
sister.
A. He asked his sister if she was going to go to Soobin’s live concert with him the following weekend.
B. He asked his sister if you were going to go to Soobin’s live concert with him the following weekend.
C. He asked his sister whether she was going to go to Soobin’s live concert with me the following
weekend.
D. He asked his sister whether she was going to go to Soobin’s live concert with him next weekend.
Four phrases/sentences have been removed from the text below. For each question, mark the letter A,
B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered
blanks.
The internet is full of health advice. Some advice is actually harmful. Let’s find out the truth behind the
popular health myths below.
You need to detox your body.
From not eating to only drinking juice, these detox diets can be harmful __________. The truth is, we have
organs that detox our bodies. Doctors suggest eating a healthy diet and drinking enough water to help your
body stay strong.
Fat-free diets are healthy.
Your body needs fat to protect its organs, and fat helps you get the benefits from some vitamins.
Of course, too much fat is also bad. The WHO (World Health Organization) suggests getting less than 30%
of your calories from fat.
You shouldn’t use products that have chemicals.
Your food and your body are mostly chemicals. Some people suggest __________, but they are also full of
chemicals. __________. Experts suggest learning which chemicals are safe and how to protect yourself.
So, be careful of what you read online. Knowing which health tips are myths is key to healthy living.
(Adapted from Tiếng Anh 9 i-Learn Smart World)

A. Fat also helps you feel fuller longer.

B. There are good and bad chemicals.
C. because you won’t get enough calories and nutrients
D. using natural products
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