PHÒNG GD & ĐT THANH TRÌ

TRƯỜNG THCS ...............

ĐỀ KHẢO SÁT THÁNG 5

Read the following 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 4
What to do if There is an Electric Shock at Home
a. Do not touch the person who is shocked.
b. Turn (1) …….. electricity (unplug the device or turn off the circuit breaker).
c. Use (2) …….. wooden stick or plastic object to (3) …….. the person away from the electricity.
d. If they are not (4) …….. call emergency services.
e. Wait for help and stay calm.
Question 1: A. up B. down C. on D. off
Question 2: A. x (no article) B. a C. an D. the
Question 3: A. carry B. pull C. kick D. push
Question 4: A. breathless B. breathe C. breathing D. breath
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 5 to 10
Traditional Vietnamese food has been influenced by Chinese and French cuisine, but has always been about
balance, health, and using fresh ingredients. In the past, most meals were (5) …….. at home using ingredients
from local markets or family farms. Rice was (and still is) the main staple food. (6) …….. meals included rice,
vegetables, and sometimes fish, pork or chicken. Meals were often simple, but always shared with family.
Today, Vietnamese food has stayed (7) …….. to its roots, but there are some changes. Many families still cook
traditional dishes at home, but fast food and Western cuisine are becoming (8) …….. especially in big cities.
You can now find pizza, burgers, and fried chicken in many places, along with traditional street food.
Supermarkets and online (9) …….. make it easy for people to get both Vietnamese and international food.
Despite these modern changes, many people still prefer (10) …….. dishes, and family meals continue to be an
important part of daily life in Viet Nam.
Question 5: A. completed B. arranged C. performed D. prepared
Question 6: A. Typical B. Creative C. Particular D. Original
Question 7: A. true B. truly C. untrue D. trueness
Question 8: A. most popular B. less popular C. more popular D. as popular
Question 9: A. services delivery food B. delivery food services
C. services food delivery D. food delivery services
Question 10: A. homegrown B. homeward C. homestay D. homemade
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to the
original sentence in each of the following questions.
Question 11: Let’s organize a charity event to support the local community.
A. How about we organize a charity event to support the local community?
B. What about organizing a charity event to support the local community?
C. Why not organizing a charity event to support the local community?
D. Why don't organize a charity event to support the local community?
Question 12: Tom asked his classmate: “Are you joining us for the party this weekend?”.
A. Tom asked his classmate if he was joining them for the party that weekend.
B. Tom asked his classmate if is he joining them for the party that weekend.
C. Tom asked his classmate if he is joining them for the party that weekend.
D. Tom asked his classmate if was he joining them for the party that weekend.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions.
Question 13: My teacher told me to ........ my essay for grammar and spelling mistakes before I handed it to her.
A. come down with B. go over C. set off D. put up with
Question 14: It's well worth ........ to Ha Long Bay. It's very ........
A. to go/ delicious B. going/ picturesque C. go/ enthusiastic D. to go/ embarrassed
Question 15: Minh was ........ when he visited his old school, recalling the days when he used to play with his
friends during break time.
A. bored B. emotional C. confused D. amazed
Question 16: In today's job market, having a diverse ........ of skills can make you more competitive and open
up various career possibilities.
A. location B. range C. route D. network
Question 17: Long is discussing the recent changes in city traffic rules.
Long: "The city has introduced new traffic rules to reduce congestion." Phong: "........"
A. I don’t drive in the city. B. I'm not affected by traffic rules.
C. I didn't notice any changes. D. That's interesting! I hope it improves traffic.
Question 18: The light in the living room is not working. Why don’t you call ........ to check?
A. an electrician B. a mechanic C. a butcher D. a plumber
Question 19: Running is now very popular with teenagers in many countries ........ as a sport and as a way of
keeping fit.
A. both B. either C. neither D. not only
Question 20: Regular exercise, ........ can help teens maintain a healthy weight and improve mental health,
should be part of their daily routine.
A. that B. which C. who D. where
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 21: What does this sign say?
A. We should stop driving and hire a motorcycle to ride.
B. We should look for another way to travel or we will be fined.
C. We should ask for health from the policeman riding a motorcycle.
D. We should be careful with motorcycles crossing the road.

Question 22: What does the notice say?

No cash payments accepted on this A. Request a ticket from the bus driver.
bus. Prepare your card or ticket in B. Use a card or pre-purchased ticket to board the bus.
advance. C. Pay the fare with cash after boarding.
D. Buy a ticket with cash before boarding.
Read the following 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 23 to 24
Question 23: Put the sentences (a–c) in the correct order, then fill in the blank to make a logical text.
We had an interesting workshop on artificial intelligence (AI) last week. Things didn’t go as smoothly as we
had hoped. ........
a. By the time we finished the workshop, we discovered that the AI software we were supposed to use had
several bugs.
b. It all started when our instructor announced that we would be working with AI technology.
c. We were very excited about the workshop, but as soon as we started, the projector broke down.
A. b-c-a B. a-c-b C. c-b-a D. b-a-c
Question 24: Choose the sentence that can end the text (in Question 23) most appropriately.
A. We had to cancel the workshop and reschedule for another day.
B. We eventually managed to get the projector fixed and continued the workshop successfully.
C. It turned out that the AI software was too advanced for our current level of knowledge.
D. Despite the issues, we learned a lot about AI and its applications.
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 following questions from 25 to 30
On September 9, 2024, YAGI, the third storm of the year, made landfall in northern Vietnam, causing severe
damage to local communities. The storm brought strong winds and heavy rains, leading to floods in many areas.
Houses were affected, and residents were forced to evacuate. The government quickly responded with
emergency services, setting up shelters in several provinces. The rescue teams worked around the clock, saving
lives and ensuring immediate support to people from high-risk areas and providing temporary shelters.
Local community members played a crucial role in the relief efforts. Volunteers helped distribute food, clean
water, and medical supplies to those affected. They also assisted in clearing debris and repairing homes. Despite
the destruction, the resilience of the community was evident. With the support of the local authorities and
humanitarian organizations, people began to rebuild their homes and lives soon after the storm passed. YAGI
once again highlighted the importance of community solidarity and preparedness in facing natural disasters.
Question 25: What did local volunteers do after the storm?
A. distributed aid and helped clear debris B. built new roads
C. relocated affected families to other regions D. provided financial support
Question 26: Which example is NOT mentioned in the text?
A. government evacuation efforts B. the role of local volunteers
C. destruction of houses D. cutting power in all provinces
Question 27: The word "solidarity" in paragraph 2 is OPPOSITE in meaning to ........
A. unity B. division C. cooperation D. support
Question 28: What final comment does the author make about the storm?
A. YAGI was the most destructive storm in Vietnam’s history.
B. The storm completely destroyed local communities.
C. Community solidarity helped overcome the disaster.
D. The recovery was slow and difficult.
Question 29: The word "severe" in paragraph 1 is CLOSEST in meaning to ........
A. minor B. serious C. unimportant D. mild
Question 30: What is the main idea of the reading passage?
A. Local communities were unprepared for the YAGI storm.
B. The YAGI storm caused minor damage in Vietnam.
C. YAGI was the strongest storm to hit Vietnam in 2024.
D. The YAGI storm showed the strength and solidarity of local communities.
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 31: A. pharmacy B. bakery C. adapter D. monument
Question 32: A. numerous B. sensible C. suspicious D. decorate
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is made from the given
cues in each of the following questions.
Question 33: Flora / fauna / refer / the collection / all plants and animals / which live / particular region.
A. Flora and fauna refer to the collection of all plants and animals which lives in particular region.
B. Flora and fauna refer to the collection of all plants and animals which live in a particular region.
C. Flora and fauna refer the collection of all plants and animals which live in a particular region.
D. Flora and fauna refer to the collection of all plants and animals which live a particular region.
Question 34: teenagers / today / spend / lot / time / social media / rather / outdoors.
A. Teenagers today spent a lot of time on social media rather than outdoors.
B. Teenagers today spend a lot of time on social media rather than outdoors.
C. Teenagers today have spent a lot time on social media rather than outdoors.
D. Teenagers today are spending a lot of time on social media rather than outdoors.
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 35: A. pool B. soon C. book D. school
Question 36: A. killer B. know C. knee D. knife
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
from 37 to 40.
Tourism is one of the fastest-growing industries in the world, and it plays a significant role in the economies of
many countries. (37) ______ . For some countries, tourism is the main source of income. Tourists travel for
various reasons, such as leisure, business, or cultural exploration. (38) ______. Popular tourist destinations
often include historical landmarks, natural wonders, and vibrant cities. However, tourism can also have negative
impacts, such as environmental degradation and cultural disruption. (39) ______. Sustainable tourism practices
aim to minimize these negative effects while maximizing the benefits. By promoting responsible tourism, we
can ensure that future generations will be able to enjoy the world’s natural and cultural treasures. (40) ______
A. Tourism creates jobs and opportunities for local communities.
B. It generates billions of dollars in revenue annually.
C. Tourists contribute to the global economy in numerous ways.
D. Over-tourism is a growing concern in many popular destinations.
Question 37. ______ Question 38. ______ Question 39. ______ Question 40. ______
 1. Electric shock (n) → Điện giật
2. Circuit breaker (n) → Cầu dao điện
3. Emergency services (n) → Dịch vụ cứu hộ (cảnh sát, y tế, cứu hỏa)
4. Breathing (adj/n) → Hô hấp/thở (VD: not breathing → ngừng thở)
5. Staple food (n) → Lương thực chính (VD: rice → gạo)
6. Picturesque (adj) → Đẹp như tranh (VD: Ha Long Bay is picturesque → Vịnh Hạ Long đẹp như tranh)
7. Emotional (adj) → Xúc động (VD: Minh felt emotional → Minh thấy xúc động)
8. Congestion (n) → Ùn tắc (VD: traffic congestion → tắc đường)
9. Electrician (n) → Thợ điện
10. Resilience (n) → Khả năng phục hồi
11. Solidarity (n) → Tình đoàn kết
12. Sustainable tourism (n) → Du lịch bền vững
Cụm từ (Collocations) & Thành ngữ (Idioms):
1. Turn off the electricity → Tắt nguồn điện
2. Use a wooden stick → Dùng que gỗ (đồ không dẫn điện)
3. Call emergency services → Gọi cứu hộ
4. Stay calm → Giữ bình tĩnh
5. Go over (something) → Kiểm tra kỹ (VD: go over my essay → rà soát bài luận)
6. Well worth + V-ing → Rất đáng để làm gì (VD: well worth visiting → rất đáng ghé thăm)
7. Around the clock → *Liên tục 24/7* (VD: worked around the clock → làm việc xuyên đêm)
8. Play a crucial role → Đóng vai trò quan trọng
9. Set up shelters → Thiết lập khu tạm trú
10. Hand in (something) → Nộp (bài, tài liệu) (VD: handed it to her → nộp cho cô ấy)

Giải thích ngắn:

 "Sustainable tourism" (Du lịch bền vững): Du lịch ít gây hại môi trường/văn hóa địa phương.
 "Solidarity" vs. "Division": Tình đoàn kết (đồng lòng) ≠ sự chia rẽ (trái nghĩa).
 "Picturesque": Dùng để miêu tả phong cảnh đẹp tựa tranh vẽ.