Đề KS TA lần 1 CODE 2
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.
Question 1: A. harmonious B. discharge C. marketing D. particular
Question 2: A. lamb B. comb C. balance D. climb
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.
Question 3: A. prepare B. perform C. problem D. provide
Question 4: A. benefit B. recommend C. recognize D. decorate
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions.
Question 5. The local community center is organizing activities to encourage _____ among residents.
A. interact B. interaction C. isolation D. isolate
Question 6. I _____ a book about city planning when the power went out last night.
A. read B. was reading C. have read D. am reading
Question 7. She wishes she _____ more chances to travel and explore city life.
A. had B. has C. will have D. has had
Question 8. The healthier you eat, the _____ you will feel.
A. strong B. stronger C. strongest D. the strongest
Question 9. You didn't hear what your friend just said clearly. What would you say to ask them to repeat?
Minh: _______________ Kate: Sure, I said "Don't worry,"
A. I'm sorry, can you say that again? B. Thank you for your explanation.
C. What time is it? D. Excuse me, may I leave now?
Question 10. They told me _____ to improve my fitness during the summer break.
A. where B. what C. how D. whether
Question 11. If we recycle more, we _____ save many resources for the future.
A. would B. can C. might D. should
Question 12. This box _____ essential tools for outdoor activities.
A. includes B. contains C. carries D. preserves
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 13 to 16.
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION
Dear Students,
We want to thank you for your amazing support during the "Healthy Living for Teens" campaign. (13) _____
contribution, no matter how small, has made a big difference in raising awareness about health issues among
young people.
Your actions have been truly (14) _____ and have inspired others to adopt healthier lifestyles. Many people (15)
_____ benefited from your efforts are grateful for the time and energy you dedicated to this cause.
Together, let's continue (16) _____ our community a better place for everyone.
Best regards,
The Campaign Team
Question 13. A. Any B. Few C. Each D. Many
Question 14. A. inspired B. inspirationally C. inspiration D. inspiring
Question 15. A. who B. whose C. which D. whom
Question 16. A. make B. making C. made D. maked
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions from 17 to 18.
Question 17. Put the sentences (a-c) in the correct order, then fill in the blank to make a logical paragraph.
... Many people believe that living in big cities has both benefits and challenges. However, to fully understand
city life, it is essential to explore its contrasting aspects. _____.
a. On the other hand, issues such as overcrowding, pollution, and high living costs can make city life
challenging.
b. For example, urban areas offer modern facilities, better education, and various job opportunities.
c. Therefore, considering both the advantages and disadvantages can help individuals make informed decisions.
A. a-c-b B. b-c-a C. c-b-a D. b-a - c
Question 18. Choose the topic sentence of the paragraph (in Question 17).
A.Living in the city is an exciting and rewarding experience.
B. City life brings both opportunities and challenges.
C. The modern lifestyle in urban areas attracts many young people.
D. Understanding the difficulties of urban life is crucial.
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 19 to 24.
Healthy living is essential for teenagers to develop both physically and mentally. They should (19) _____
include exercise in their daily schedule, as it not only improves physical fitness but also boosts mood and
reduces stress. Teens also need to (20) _____ sugary drinks and fast food, which can cause health problems if
consumed in excess. Additionally, teenagers who balance their diet with nutritious meals tend to perform (21)
_____ at school and feel more energized. Having meals with a (22) _____ balance of proteins, vitamins, and
carbohydrates is a great way to maintain good health.
(23) _____, although developing healthy habits may require some effort initially, they can lead to long-lasting
benefits. A well-planned routine can improve both physical and emotional health, resulting in greater (24)
_____ in the long run.
Question 19: A. hardly B. always C. rarely D. seldom
Question 20: A. look up to B. cut down on C. take after D. break out of
Question 21: A. far better B. much farther C. farther better D. farther much
Question 22: A. planning careful B. planned carefully C. careful and planning D. carefully planned
Question 23: A. As a result B. However C. In addition D. On the contrary
Question 24: A. success B. strength C. ability D. fitness
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 25. I haven't seen my childhood friend for five years.
A. It's been five years since I saw my childhood friend.
B. I didn't see my childhood friend five years ago.
C. I have last seen my childhood friend five years ago.
D. The last time I have seen my childhood friend was five years ago.
Question 26. The more you practice teamwork, the more confident you will become.
A. Practicing teamwork more often will make you more confident.
B. If you don't practice teamwork, you will never become confident.
C. Practicing teamwork more helps you become the most confident.
D. Practicing teamwork isn't the key to becoming more confident.
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 27. Areas of land/ protect/ animals and plants/ be/ nature reserves.
Đề KS TA lần 1 CODE 2. Key
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.
Question 1: A. harmonious B. discharge C. marketing D. particular
Question 2: A. lamb B. comb C. balance D. climb
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.
Question 3: A. prepare B. perform C. problem D. provide
Question 4: A. benefit B. recommend C. recognize D. decorate
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions.
Question 5. The local community center is organizing activities to encourage _____ among residents.
A. interact B. interaction C. isolation ` D. isolate
Question 6. I _____ a book about city planning when the power went out last night.
A. read B. was reading C. have read D. am reading
Question 7. She wishes she _____ more chances to travel and explore city life.
A. had B. has C. will have D. has had
Question 8. The healthier you eat, the _____ you will feel.
A. strong B. stronger C. strongest D. the strongest
Question 9. You didn't hear what your friend just said clearly. What would you say to ask them to repeat?
Minh: _______________ Kate: Sure, I said "Don't worry,"
A. I'm sorry, can you say that again? B. Thank you for your explanation.
C. What time is it? D. Excuse me, may I leave now?
Question 10. They told me _____ to improve my fitness during the summer break.
A. where B. what C. how D. whether
Question 11. If we recycle more, we _____ save many resources for the future.
A. would B. can C. might D. should
Question 12. This box _____ essential tools for outdoor activities.
A. includes B. contains C. carries D. preserves
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 13 to 16.
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION
Dear Students,
We want to thank you for your amazing support during the "Healthy Living for Teens" campaign. (13) _____
contribution, no matter how small, has made a big difference in raising awareness about health issues among
young people.
Your actions have been truly (14) _____ and have inspired others to adopt healthier lifestyles. Many people (15)
_____ benefited from your efforts are grateful for the time and energy you dedicated to this cause.
Together, let's continue (16) _____ our community a better place for everyone.
Best regards,
The Campaign Team
Question 13. A. Any B. Few C. Each D. Many
Question 14. A. inspired B. inspirationally C. inspiration D. inspiring
Question 15. A. who B. whose C. which D. whom
Question 16. A. make B. making C. made D. maked
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions from 17 to 18.
Question 17. Put the sentences (a-c) in the correct order, then fill in the blank to make a logical paragraph.
... Many people believe that living in big cities has both benefits and challenges. However, to fully understand
city life, it is essential to explore its contrasting aspects. _____.
a. On the other hand, issues such as overcrowding, pollution, and high living costs can make city life
challenging.
b. For example, urban areas offer modern facilities, better education, and various job opportunities.
c. Therefore, considering both the advantages and disadvantages can help individuals make informed decisions.
A. a-c-b B. b-c-a C. c-b-a D. b-a - c
Question 18. Choose the topic sentence of the paragraph (in Question 17).
A.Living in the city is an exciting and rewarding experience.
B. City life brings both opportunities and challenges.
C. The modern lifestyle in urban areas attracts many young people.
D. Understanding the difficulties of urban life is crucial.
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 19 to 24.
Healthy living is essential for teenagers to develop both physically and mentally. They should (19) _____
include exercise in their daily schedule, as it not only improves physical fitness but also boosts mood and
reduces stress. Teens also need to (20) _____ sugary drinks and fast food, which can cause health problems if
consumed in excess. Additionally, teenagers who balance their diet with nutritious meals tend to perform (21)
_____ at school and feel more energized. Having meals with a (22) _____ balance of proteins, vitamins, and
carbohydrates is a great way to maintain good health.
(23) _____, although developing healthy habits may require some effort initially, they can lead to long-lasting
benefits. A well-planned routine can improve both physical and emotional health, resulting in greater (24)
_____ in the long run.
Question 19: A. hardly B. always C. rarely D. seldom
Question 20: A. look up to B. cut down on C. take after D. break out of
Question 21: A. far better B. much farther C. farther better D. farther much
Question 22: A. planning careful B. planned carefully C. careful and planning D. carefully planned
Question 23: A. As a result B. However C. In addition D. On the contrary
Question 24: A. success B. strength C. ability D. fitness
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 25. I haven't seen my childhood friend for five years.
A. It's been five years since I saw my childhood friend.
B. I didn't see my childhood friend five years ago.
C. I have last seen my childhood friend five years ago.
D. The last time I have seen my childhood friend was five years ago.
Question 26. The more you practice teamwork, the more confident you will become.
A. Practicing teamwork more often will make you more confident.
B. If you don't practice teamwork, you will never become confident.
C. Practicing teamwork more helps you become the most confident.
D. Practicing teamwork isn't the key to becoming more confident.
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 27. Areas of land/ protect/ animals and plants/ be/ nature reserves.