ÔN THI GIỮA HỌC KÌ I

I. Find the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in
each of the following questions.
1. A. soldier B. hero C. adopt D. diagnose
2. A. bond B. drop C. copy D. devote
3. A. biography B. animator C. dedicated D. sales
4. A. phonograph B. record C. post D. hold
5. A. resign B. admire C. biological D. inspiring
6. A. statement B. attend C. film-maker D. determination
7. A. attack B. marriage C. navy D. battle
8. A. resistance B. blockbuster C. diagnose D. disease
9. A. medicine B. cancer C. communist D. historical
10. A. hospital B. military C. animator D. ambitious
11. A. solo B. consider C. autograph D. custom
12. A. popularity B. characteristic C. captivate D. sale
13. A. culture B. insult C. costume D. tug
14. A. confusion B. tasty C. stall D. sense
15. A. reflect B. cultural C. captivating D. tipping
16. A. origin B. ignore C. language D. grilled
17. A. chips B. cakes C. globalise D. spring
18. A. trend B. serve C. blend D. celebrate
19. A. festivity B. barrier C. importance D. identity
20. A. cause B. cooked C. respect D. advance
21. A. fountain B. ecotour C. household D. ground
22. A. awareness B. waste C. contaminate D. station
23. A. rinse B. pile C. refill D. packaging
24. A. leftover B. vending C. material D. sensor
25. A. leaking B. leaflet C. release D. takeaway
26. A. decompose B. remove C. propose D. grocery
27. A. bookmark B. landfill C. automatic D. wrap
28. A. container B. additional C. practice D. pollutant
29. A. concern B. chemical C. carbon D. cap
30. A. sustainable B. sort C. responsible D. fertilizer

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II. Find the word that differs from the other three in the position of stress in each of
the following questions.
1. A. army B. account C. surgeon D. navy
2. A. devote B. admire C. attend D. hero
3. A. impressive B. resistance C. medicine D. adoption
4. A. diagnose B. general C. phonograph D. achievement
5. A. cancer B. attack C. disease D. defeat
6. A. accessible B. historical C. animator D. biography
7. A. enemy B. computer C. poetry D. blockbuster
8. A. military B. animation C. contribution D. pancreatic
9. A invent B. resign C. childhood D. adopt
10. A. biological B. innovation C. electronics D. determination
11. A. reflect B. strengthen C. costume D. staple
12. A. lifestyle B. cuisine C. solo D. tasty
13. A. cultural B. specialist C. importance D. barrier
14. A. advance B. festive C. trendy D. custom
15. A. autograph B. origin C. element D. souvenir
16. A. captivate B. insulting C. personal D. celebrate
17. A. ignore B. richness C. language D. noodles
18. A. meatball B. spicy C. alarm D. culture
19. A. open B. announce C. tipping D. feature
20. A. belief B. respect C. refer D. famous
21. A. notice B. single C. reuse D. landfill
22. A. sensor B. machine C. compost D. cardboard
23. A. process B. practice C. litter D. propose
24. A. container B. pollutant C. efficient D. packaging
25. A. concern B. fountain C. leaflet D. layer
26. A. chemical B. reminder C. pollution D. decompose
27. A. vehicle B. recommend C. takeaway D. grocery
28. A. release B. remove C. process D. bamboo
29. A. additional B. reusable C. responsible D. fertiliser

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III.Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Question 1: The phonograph by Thomas Edison while he on the telephone repeater.
A.invented - worked B. was invented - was working
C. was invented - worked D. was inventing - was working
Question 2: Ernest Hemingway, who was a well-known American novelist, the Nobel Prize
for Literature in 1954.
A. winning B. was winning C. won D. has won
Question 3: It is believed that Beethoven in Vienna at the age of 56 after suffering
from liver disease.
A. passed away B. carried out C. went away D. dropped out
Question 4: Those soldiers survived and returned home from the war, ?
A. did they B. didn’t they C. had they D. weren’t they
Question 5: Alexander Hamilton, to shaping American financial system, had a
difficult childhood.
A. who was contributing B. who contributes C. contributed D. contributing
Question 6: most lively and energetic cultural performances take place in heart
of New York City.
A. A / the B. The / a C. The / Ø D. The / the
Question 7: interesting cultural shock for travellers in Spain is tradition of
siestas in the afternoon.
A. An / the B. An / a C. An / Ø D. The / Ø
Question 8: It is unique cultural experience to attend Rio de Janeiro Carnival
in Brazil.
A. the / the B. a / the C. an / the D. an / Ø
Question 9: He did not the lesson about cultural diversity seriously.
A. make B. go C. set D. take
Question 10: She is a cultural . She is specialised in ethnic minority culture.
A. specialist B. richness C. identity D. shock
11. Joining the Youth Union provides an excellent platform to engage in environmental projects and
raise .
A. sensor B. notice C. ecotour D. awareness
12. Installing lights in the school can contribute to saving a great amount of electricity.
A. automatic B. contaminated C. festive D. coloured
13. I use instead of plastic ones to reduce plastic waste and promote green practices.

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 A. air conditioners B. bamboo straws C. gift tags D. private vehicles
14. I always carry a reusable water bottle to avoid using water, leading to the reduction
of plastic pollution.
A. chemical B. recycled C. bottled D. leaking
15. To protect the environment the long run, we should shift towards more
sustainable practices.
A. on B. for C. at D. in
16. I using eco-friendly materials made from recycled paper to reduce environmental
impact.
A. propose B. decompose C. release D. judge
17. A sensor tap in the bathroom is a great way to save water and contribute to living.
A. efficient B. single-use C. reusable D. environmental-friendly
18. Installing a water filling in public areas encourages the use of reusable bottles.
A. grocery B. station C. fountain D. skin
19. Environmental awareness distributed in the community educate people on
green living practices.
A. concerns B. jugs C. leaflets D. caps
20. I feel for promoting green living, so I share eco-friendly tips with my friends and
family.
A. additional B. efficient C. sustainable D. responsible
Question 21: Green building designs are often based energy-efficient principles, reducing
environmental impact.
A. for B. about C. to D. on
Question 22: It is obvious that using reusable bags is than using single-use plastic ones.
A. eco-friendlier B. more eco-friendly C. less eco-friendly D. more eco-friendlier
Question 23: Improving the recycling system is crucial, to decrease waste released into the
environment.
A. that helps B. which help C. which helps D. that helping
Question 24: Calculating your carbon footprint is necessary, you to understand your impact
on the environment.
A. allowing B. which allow C. that allows D. allow
Question 25: Do you know how long it takes for plastic in the environment?
A. decompose B. decomposing C. to be decomposing D. to decompose

IV. Read the advertisement/notice 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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 BÀI 1
Unlock the Power of Life Stories
At StoryCraft, we celebrate the incredible narratives that shape our lives. Each story is a
testament to the human spirit, filled with triumphs, challenges, and the (1) that drives us
to keep pushing forward.
Join our community and share your journey, or explore inspiring tales from others who have
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realized, your story has (2) power to inspire.
Dive into a world where every life story (3) and every voice is heard. Let’s celebrate the
enterprise within us all—because your story matters!
Share. Inspire. Transform.
Question 1: A. business B. enterprise C. company D. establishment
Question 2: A. no article B. the C. an D. a
Question 3: A. cherished B. cherishing C. is cherished D. will cherish

Inspiring Story of Malala Yousafzai

We invite you to join us for a special presentation on the remarkable journey of Malala Yousafzai, the
youngest Nobel Prize laureate and a passionate advocate for girls' education.
(4) you’ve ever wondered how one voice can ignite a global movement, this story will illuminate
the power of courage and resilience. Malala’s determination to fight for her right to education, even in the
face of (5) danger, serves as a beacon of hope for all.
Date: October 15, 2023
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Community Center, 123 Main St., Hometown
Don’t miss this opportunity to be inspired by a true hero. Your presence could be the spark that motivates
others to stand up (6) what they believe in!

Question 4: A. If B. Were C. Had D. Unless

Question 5: A. grave B. gravely C. graven D. gravitas
Question 6: A. to B. on C. in D. for
BÀI 2
GREEN DAY CELEBRATION - JOIN US IN MAKING A DIFFERENCE!
Date & Time: Our Green Day event is set to take place on Sunday, April 10th, 2024, starting at 8:00
a.m.
Location: ABC High School
Detailed Activities:

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 - Eco-Art Corner: Enhance your creativity with recycled art projects (e.g. (1) unused
items into beautiful artworks)
- Recycle Relay Race: Team up and showcase your (2) skills in a friendly competition.
- Seed Planting Workshop: Learn the basics of planting and take home your own sapling.
- Green Trivia Challenge: Test your knowledge on sustainable living and win exciting prizes.
Contact Information: For more information, reach out to us at [email protected].
Let’s make a positive impact together! Your participation can contribute (3) a
greener, healthier planet!
Question 1: A. transforming B. refilling C. sorting D. judging
Question 2: A. recyclable B. recycled C. recycling D. recycle
Question 3: A. on B. about C. for D. to

CLASSROOM GREEN LIVING INITIATIVE!

Dear Students,
Exciting news! Our classroom is embracing the spirit of green living, and we invite each of you to
join in the effort to make our space eco-friendly. Here’s how you can contribute:
- Plant Corner: Help nurture a small indoor garden. Each student (4) bring in a small
plant to make our space greener.
- Water Conservation: Be mindful of water usage. Report any leaks and turn off taps when
not in (5) use.
- Educational Posters: Create posters highlighting the importance of green living. Share your
tips on saving energy and reducing our carbon footprint.
Let’s work together to create a classroom (6) our commitment to a sustainable future. Your
small actions can make a big difference!
Question 4: A. might B. had C. ought D. can
Question 5: A. an B. Ø (no article) C. the D. a
Question 6: A. that reflects B. which reflect C. reflected D. reflects

V. 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 1:
a. Despite her illness, she initiated the "Pink Heart" program to support children with cancer and
those facing difficult circumstances.
b. Lê Thanh Thúy was a Vietnamese cancer patient who turned her struggles into inspiration for
others.
c. Unfortunately, her illness progressed rapidly, and she passed away in 2007.

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d. Her efforts were widely recognized, and many people joined her cause, making the "Pink Heart"
campaign a success.
e. However, her legacy lives on, with her story continuing to inspire many people to engage in
charitable work and support cancer patients.
A. b – a – d – c – e B. b – d – a – e – c
C.b – a – c – e – d D. b – c – d – e – a
Question 2:
a. It is our hope that by sharing Nguyễn Hải An's inspiring story, we can raise awareness about the
importance of organ donation and the profound impact it can have on the lives of others.
b. Dear Supporter, we are writing to share the remarkable story of Nguyễn Hải An, a young girl
whose legacy continues to touch many hearts.
c. An’s decision to donate her corneas before passing away at the age of 7 is a testament to her
extraordinary kindness and selflessness.
d. This generous act has restored sight to two individuals and brought new light into their lives.
e. We invite you to join us in honoring An’s memory and promoting the cause of organ donation,
which has the power to change lives.
f. Together, we can ensure that Nguyễn Hải An's story will continue to inspire and bring hope to
those in need. Sincerely, The Organ Donation Awareness Team.
A. b – c – a – d – e – f B. b – d – a – e – c – f
C.b – c – e – d – a – f D. b – c – d – a – e – f
Question 3:
a. Firstly, it’s considered impolite to point your feet at someone, especially an older person, as the
feet are considered the lowest part of the body.
b. In conclusion, these cultural taboos reflect the importance placed on harmony, respect, and
maintaining social order in Vietnamese society.
c. Additionally, raising your voice or showing anger in public is seen as breaking social harmony.
d. In Viet Nam, respecting elders is a cultural norm that holds great significance.
e. Lastly, discussing personal matters or asking someone’s age, salary, or marital status upon first
meeting is often seen as intrusive.
A. d-a-c-e-b B. c-b-e-d-a C. b-d-a-c-e D. a-d-e-c-d
Question 4:
a. I hope you have a fantastic time exploring Vietnamese cuisine!
b. Secondly, using both hands to receive or give something is a sign of respect.
c. First and foremost, it’s common to wait for the host to start the meal before you begin eating.
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e. Dear Michael, I hope you’re doing well! I am writing to share some dining etiquette tips for
your upcoming visit to Viet Nam.
f. Lastly, don’t be surprised if people insist you take more servings - it’s a way of
expressing hospitality.
A. f-c-d-a-b-e B. d-a-e-b-c-f C. e-c-b-f-a-d D. c-e-a-b-f-d
Question 5:
a. Moreover, we discover their significant contributions or achievements, seeing how they impacted
the world.
b. Secondly, exploring their marriages and families gives us information about their personal lives
and the support systems they had.
c. Biographies of famous people teach us many things.
d. Finally, learning about their health issues helps us understand the challenges they faced.
e. First, we learn about their early life and education, understanding how their childhood shaped
their future
A. e-b-a-d-c B. c-e-b-a-d C. e-b-c-a-d D. c-e-b-d-a
Question 6:
a. I hope you find Kim Dong’s biography as inspiring as I did and hope to hear from you soon.
b. Hi Anna,
c. He was a remarkable figure in Vietnamese history, known for his bravery and dedication to the
country.
d. I hope this email finds you well. Today, I want to share with you the inspiring story of
a Vietnamese hero, Kim Dong, whose real name is Nong Van Den.
e. At a young age, Kim Dong actively participated in the resistance war against the French. He died
at the age of 14 while he was doing his duty.
f. Born in 1929 in Na Ma village, Truong Ha commune, Ha Quang district, Cao Bang province, A
Kim Dong grew up during the French colonial period.
g. Best regards,
A. b-c-d-f-e-a-g B. b-d-c-e-f-a-g C. b-d-c-f-e-a-g D. b-d-c-a-f-e-g

VI. 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.
An Extraordinary Educator
Nguyễn Ngọc Ký is one of the most inspiring people in modern Vietnamese history. He was not only
an excellent teacher, but he was also an inspiration to many Vietnamese people due to the
passion and determination he showed throughout his life.
Nguyễn Ngọc Ký was born in Nam Định Province in 1947 and he was a great teacher in Vietnam.

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However, he had a very tough early childhood. At the age of 4, (1) . As a result of his illness,
he lost the ability to use his arms. This made his life extremely challenging, but Nguyễn Ngọc Ký
was determined to live a full life like any other child and (2) . He learned how to write using his
feet and performed very well at school. He achieved excellent grades throughout his school years,
and (3) . For this achievement, he was awarded two medals from President Hồ Chí Minh.
After earning a degree in literature at Hà Nội National University, Nguyễn Ngọc Ký became a
teacher.
Over the years, Nguyễn Ngọc Ký helped many students and (4) . In 1992, he was awarded the
title “Nhà giáo ưu tú” for his outstanding contributions. Nguyễn Ngọc Ký retired from teaching in
2005, but his work still wasn't done. He worked as a psychotherapist and continued writing books
after (5) . He wrote thirty books in total, including three best-selling autobiographies, titled
Tôi đi học (I Went to School), Tôi học đại học (I Went to University), and Nguyễn Ngọc Ký – Tâm
sự trao đời (Nguyễn Ngọc Ký - Passion for Life). He passed away in 2022, (6) , and people will
remember his incredible achievements for many years to come.
Question 1: A. when he became very ill with a life-threatening disease called polio
B. he became very ill with a life-threatening disease called polio
C.he becoming very ill with a life-threatening disease called polio
D. and he became very ill with a life-threatening disease called polio
Question 2: A. was insisting to attend school
B. insisted to attend school
C.insisted on attending school
D. was insisted on attending school
Question 3: A. even placed in the top 5 of a national maths competition
B. he even placed in a national maths competition the top 5
C. he was even placed in the top 5 of a national maths competition
D. he even was placed a national maths competition in the top 5
Question 4: A. gained a reputation as an incredible, inspiring teacher
B. gaining a reputation of an incredible, inspiring teacher
C. gaining a reputation as an incredible, inspiring teacher
D. gained a reputation of an incredible, inspiring teacher
Question 5: A. his retirement B. her retirement
C. our retirement D. their retirement
Question 6: A. so his legacy will continue to inspire many generations of Vietnamese students
B. but his legacy will continue to inspire many generations of Vietnamese students
C. his legacy will continue to inspire many generations of Vietnamese students
D. his legacy continuing to inspire many generations of Vietnamese students

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 One of the most obvious effects of globalisation on local cultures is the spread of popular
culture. (1)________global media and the internet, cultural products such as music, films, and
television shows (2)_________in even the most remote corners of the world. This has led to the
erosion of traditional cultural practices and music. For example, many traditional music styles
and instruments are being replaced by Western pop music and electric instruments, and
traditional dress is being replaced by Western-style clothing. This can lead to a loss of cultural
identity and (3)
_________.
Another effect of globalisation on local cultures is the erosion of traditional languages.
As people (4) _________ global media and travel more, they are (5)____the language of the
dominant global culture, often at the expense of their own traditional languages. This can lead to
a loss of linguistic diversity. In some cases, it can also lead to the extinction of languages (6)
___________________________________________________________________________________
_.
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D. With the rise of Question 2: A. now are accessible easy B.
are now accessibly easily
C. are now easily accessible D. now are easy accessibly
Question 3: A. a sense of disconnection from one’s own heritage
B. a disconnection of sense from one’s own heritage
C. a heritage of disconnection from one’s own sense
D. a sense of own from one’s disconnection heritage
Question 4: A. become more exposing to B. become more exposed to
C. become more exposing on D. become more exposed on
Question 5: A. more likely adopting B. likelier adapting
C. more likely to adopt D. likelier to adopt
Question 6: A. that not being passed down to future generations
B. not passing down to future generations
C. that do not pass down to future generations
D. that are not passed down to future generations

VII. 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 1 to 5.
Amel Pineda was born in Sampaloc, Manila, the Philippines in 1967, and he is an inspiring person.

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He has been passionate about singing since he was five years old and has achieved great success as
a professional singer. However, he faced (1) challenges during his early life.
When Arnel was thirteen, his mother died, (2) caused his family to face a lot of financial
problems. Then, Amel became homeless for several years. During that time, he took different low-

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paying jobs like collecting old bottles and selling newspapers to help him survive. In 1982, at the
age of fifteen, he joined a local band as a lead singer, singing pop songs by famous bands. Amel
didn't (3) much money this way, but he never gave up on his passion.
By the late 1990s, he had achieved some success, (4) it was in the early 2000s that he finally
got his big break. In June 2007, Neal Schon, a member of the famous band Journey viewed a video of
Arnel online. Schon contacted him and invited him to an audition for the band's new lead singer
position. Six months later, Amel joined Journey and they have had tremendous success since
then.
The band has released three studio albums and sold millions of records worldwide.
Arnel Pineda is a special person because he (5) from his difficult beginning. I admire him
because he stayed committed to his passion and achieved greatness. Arnel's success shows that
anyone can achieve their dreams if they try hard enough.
Question 1: A. a lot of B. the quantity of C. a great deal of D. a little
Question 2: A. whom B. who C. which D. where
Question 3: A. give B. make C. put D. take
Question 4: A. and B. for C. so D. but
Question 5: A. emerged B. presented C. occurred D. appeared
Dining together with family is an important tradition in many cultures, and for good
reason. However, shifting social realities might be painting a newer picture for the future of
restaurants. (1)
________an increasing number of individuals choose to live alone, this means that the restaurant
business will need to continue to evolve and adapt to allow customers to savour their dining
experience, (2)________translates to more single-serving meals, better food delivery options, or
more specialised restaurants and cafes. One thing is certain: the future of diners in Japan (3)
________by the rise of single households.
One of the most (4)________changes in the dining industry has been the rise of single-
serving meals. This has led to a rise (5)_________“lonely meals” or meals that are eaten alone at
home or in public spaces like parks and cafes.
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revolutionizing-aisha-stapi%C4%87
Question 1: A. As B. Despite C. Although D. So
Question 2: A. when B. which C. that D. where
Question 3: A. is shaped B. shapes C. will be shaped D. will shape
Question 4: A. big B. noticeable C. global D. raw
Question 5: A. of B. on C. to D. in

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VIII. 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 from 1 to 5.

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 As an aspiring athlete, I admire people who have overcome challenges to achieve sporting
success. One amazing example is Tatyana McFadden.
Tatyana grew up in Baltimore, Maryland, and later became one of the best Paralympic
athletes in US history. However, she had to overcome significant challenges before she achieved
great success.
Tatyana was born with spina bifida, a spinal condition that made her suffer from a severe
walking disability. In addition, she spent her early childhood in a home for children without families
and didn't have a wheelchair to help her get around. However, Tatyana was determined to play
with other children at her age and soon learned to walk using her hands.
At the age of 6, Tatyana was adopted by a family and she began her new life in Baltimore.
She developed a keen interest in sports and took up wheelchair racing at just eight years old.
She quickly showed promise in sport, and by the age of 15, she had already competed in her
first Summer Paralympics, taking home a silver and a bronze medal. Since then, she has achieved
huge success, winning 7 Paralympic golds and becoming the first person ever to complete a Grand
Slam of marathons by winning the Chicago, Boston. New York and London marathons in the same
year in 2013. She was also named the 'Female Athlete of the Year' by the International
Paralympic Committee in both 2013 and 2014.
In spite of the challenges she has faced, Tatyana has achieved incredible success in
sports and has become a role model for aspiring athletes all over the world. Her story teaches us
that any obstacles can be overcome if we have enough dedication and determination.
Question 1: What would be the best title for the passage?
A. The Journey of Tatyana McFadden in Paralympic Sports
B. Tatyana McFadden: Overcoming Disabilities for Sporting Success
C.The Grand Slam Champion: Tatyana McFadden’s Rise to Fame
D. A Sporting Icon: Tatyana McFadden's Unmatched Achievements
Question 2: what does the word "she" in paragraph 2 refer to?
A. Tatyana B. Maryland C. Baltimore D. an athlete
Question 3: In the context of the passage, the word "promise" most closely means______.
A. undertaking B. potential C. commitment D. assurance
Question 4: According to the passage, Tatyana McFadden .
A. faced no challenges in her athletic career.
B. started competing in the Paralympics at a young age.
C.was born with the ability to walk without difficulties.
D. had to wait until she was an adult to pursue sports.
Question 5: Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage?
A. Tatyana’s adoption at the age of six significantly changed her life.

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B. She has won medals in multiple Paralympic events.
C.Tatyana’s achievements include a Grand Slam of marathons.
D. Tatyana was initially supported by a strong community network.

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