UBND THỊ XÃ KINH MÔN ĐỀ GIỚI THIỆU THI VÀO LỚP 10 THPT

PHÒNG GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO NĂM HỌC 2025 – 2026

MÔN: TIẾNG ANH
Thời gian làm bài 90 phút
(Đề gồm 06 trang)
A. LANGUAGE
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word, phrase or
expression that best completes each sentence.
Question 1. The major _____ of the Galápagos Islands is its unique and fearless animals,
such as sea lions, huge tortoises, and different bird species.
A. attract B. attractive C. attraction D. attractively
Question 2. Han asked me _____ my mum worked from home those days.
A. where B. when C. whether D. what
Question 3. My grandparents don’t believe in a(n) _____ parent-child relationship.
A. extended B. democratic C. personal D. interesting
Question 4. . Can you help me to translate this English phrasal verb _____ Vietnamese?
A. over B. in C. into D. up
Question 5. Mother Earth _____ us with air to breathe, water to drink and food to eat.
A. keeps B. protects C. provides D. produces
Question 6. A naturalist, _____ studies the natural world, often makes observations of the
relationships between organisms and their environment.
A. that B. which C. who D. what
Question 7. We’re going camping this weekend, so we need a _____ stove that we can
easily pack and transport.
A. changeable B. rechargeable C. portable D. transferable
Question 8. They strongly _____ check the machines every year.
A. advised us B. suggested us C. recommended we D. recommended that
Question 9. The tailor was _____ rude that almost none of the customers like her.
A. little B. enough C. so D. such
Question 10. Teaching is a _____ job, especially when you see your students grow up and
succeed.
A. stressful B. boring C. well-paid D. rewarding
Question 11. . I want to go straight to work after school; _____, most available vocational
courses are not very practical.
A. because B. however C. although D. since
Question 12. She took a _____ using her smartphone’s beauty filter to make her skin look
more even and radiant.
A. self-image B. self-timer C. self-portrait D. self-expression
Read the following announcement or advertisement 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.

We are searching for a dedicated and (13)____office assistant to join our team. You will
have the opportunity to grow and learn in a vibrant office environment where your ideas
and contributions willl be valuaed. The candidate (14)____in a fast-paced setting will
assist with scheduling, answering calls, and client support. You will also have some
downtime, so you can even (15)___ a nap during longer breaks! To apply, simply fill in an
application form and send it (16) _____our HR department. We offer a great work-life
balance and a chance to grow with our team. Don’t hesitate (17)____and join our dynamic
company culture!
Contact US: Email your application to [email protected] or call us at (415)987-6543
for more information.

Question 13. A. energy B. energetic C. energetically D. energize

Question 14. A. who thrive B. is thriving C. thriving D. thrive
Question 15. A. take B. do C. keep D. make
Question 16. A. for B. to C. from D. on
Question 17. A. to apply B. apply C. to applying D. applying

📢 SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENT: VOLUNTEER DAY 🌿

Dear students,
We are happy to announce our Volunteer Day! This is a (18)____chance to help our local
community. Join (19)____on Saturday, March 10th, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. We will
clean the park, plant trees, and help at the animal shelter.
Please wear comfortable clothes and (20)____gloves. Don’t forget to bring water to stay
hydrated!
If you want to join, sign (21)____ with Mr. Brown in Room 12A by March 5th.
Let’s work together and make a (22)____!
Best regards,
The School Volunteer Club
Question 18. A. terrible B. great C. boring D. simple
Question 19. A. we B. our C. us D. ours
Question 20. A. bring B. put C. get D. make
Question 21. A. in B. up C. on D. for
Question 22. A. different B. differ C. difference D. differently
B. READING
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits
each blank in the passage below.
Reading books has many benefits that can help improve our lives. We can (23) ........... new
knowledge while enjoying stories and interesting facts. It can also be a great way to
improve our vocabulary and communication skills, as we learn new words, phrases and
expressions. (24) .........., reading books is a calming and relaxing activity that helps to
reduce stress levels. When we read books, we practise (25) ........... and it improves our
thinking and problem-solving skills. Additionally, research has shown that reading books
regularly can improve memory and brain function over time. It is important to choose the
right book that is not (26) ......... difficult for our level, so we can really understand the
story and learn from it. Before buying a book, you should read the first few pages. This
will give you a good idea of the book's difficulty level. If you are not sure (27) ____level
of book to choose, ask a librarian or teacher (28) ........... help.
Question 23. A. gain B. use C. show D. apply
Question 24. A. However B. Moreover C. Although D. While
Question 25. A. focusing B. focus C. to focus D. focused
Question 26. A. enough B. quite C. too D. much
Question 27. A. which B. how C. why D. what
Question 28. A. about B. for C. from D. with
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.
You probably hear a lot about the environment. But do you really worry about it?
Do you help to save the Earth? Cleaning a planet is not a task for only one person. People
everywhere have to get involved and understand this is our world. If we pass the world on
about the importance of reducing, reusing and recycling, the destiny of this planet can
change.
Reducing the amount of waste you produce is the best way to help the environment.
Did you switch off the water while brushing your teeth in the morning? You should do it!
Did you walk to school or did you use public transportation?
Reusing is another way of being environmentally friendly. Try to find ways to use
things again! Take cloth sacks when you go shopping instead of taking home newspapers
or plastic bags. You should use cloth sacks again and again. You have to save some trees!
Shoe boxes and margarine containers can be used to store things or become fun art
projects. Use your imagination!
You can also recycle in your home or even at school. Many communities have
recycling centres for newspapers, batteries and a variety of glass and plastics. These can be
made into new products.
Question 29. What is the best way to help the environment?
A. The involvement of people everywhere on this planet.
B. Recycling things in your home or at school.
C. Reusing things instead of buying or using new ones.
D. Reducing the amount of waste produced.
Question 30. According to the passage, how many ways are there to help save the Earth?
A. 4 B. 5 C. 3 D. 6
Question 31. According to the third paragraph, which of the following can be used to
make fun arts?
A. shoe boxes B. cloth sacks C. batteries D. plastic bags
Question 32. The world worry is OPPOSITE in meaning to_____.
A. concern B. annoy C. depress D. comfort
Question 33. Where can waste be recycled?
A. Only at home and at school
B. At home, at school,or recycling centres
C. At the factory
D. Only recycling centres
Question 34. The word store is CLOSEST in meaning to _____.
A. keep B. empty C. maintain D. shop
 Question 35. Which of the following is NOT TRUE, according to the passage?
A. Cleaning a planet is not a task for only one person.
B. You ought not to use cloth sacks again and again.
C. You can also recycle in your home or even at school.
D. The best way to help the environment is cutting down on the amount of waste you
produce.

C. WRITING
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best arrangement of
utterances or sentences to make a meaningful exchange or text in each of the following
questions.
Question 36.

a. Mark: Which country are you considering?

b I’m thinking about Spain because of its rich history and vibrant lifestyle.
Jenna:
.
c. Mark: That sounds exciting!
d What made you decide to study abroad?
Mark:
.
e. Jenna: I want to experience a different culture and learn a new language.

A. c-b-a-e-d B. c-e-d-b-a C. d-b-a-e-c D. d-e-a-b-c

Question 37.

a. James: Not really. I’ve been so busy with schoolwork. How about you?
b Emily: Hey, have you been keeping up with your exercise routine lately?
.
c. Emily: I’ve been trying to stay active by going for runs on the weekends. It really
helps me feel better!
d James: That sounds great! I should probably start doing something similar to
. relieve some stress.
e. Emily: Definitely! Maybe we could go for a run together sometime?

A. b-c-a-e-d B. b-a-c-d-e C. d-e-a-b-c D. d-e-c-a-b

Question 38.

Dear Emily,
a. They work tirelessly to save abandoned and injured animals, providing them with
sheter and medical care.
b. I think it would be wonderful if we could volunteer together, helping to care for these
animals and finding them loving homes.
c. I want to tell you about a amazing organization called “Animal Rescue Team”
d. They have regular evnts where we can meet other animal lovers and make a difference
in our community.
e. Let me know if you’re interested, and we can plan a visit!
Write back soon,
 Mike

A. c-a-d-b-e B. b-d-e-c-a C. a-c-b-d-e D. d-e-a-c-b

Question 39.

a. However, we can still make a difference if we work together to reduce our

environmental impact.
b. Communities everywhere are already experiencing the harmful effects of these
changes.
c. Scientists warn that without immediate action, these changes could become permanent.
d. Extreme weather events have become more frequent and serve around the world.
e. Climate change has significanttly altered our planet’s weather patterns over the past
few decades.

A. d-c-a-e-b B. d-b-c-a-e C. e-d-b-a-c D. e-d-c-b-a

Question 40.

a. Traditional media professionals argue that human insight and emotional depth can not
be replicated.
b. The rise of artificial intelligence in digital content creation has sparked intense debate
in media circles.
c. While AI can generate articles and videos quickly, questions about authenticity and
creativity emerge.
d. This hybrid approach might define the future landscape of digital media production.
e. Yet, some platforms have successfully integrated AI tools with human oversight.

A. b-a-e-d-c B. b-c-a-e-d C. b-a-c-d-e D. b-d-c-e-a

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best option which has
the same meaning as the original sentence.
Question 41.Tom will be a good surgeon because he is calm and decisive.
A. Tom will be a good surgeon thanks to his calmness and decisiveness.
B. Tom is too calm to become a good surgeon.
C. Although Tom is calm and decisive, he can’t be a good surgeon.
D. Tom is calm and decisive since he is a good surgeon.
Question 42. I woke up. I saw that it was snowing.
A. When I woke up, I saw that it was snowing.
B. If I woke up, I saw that it was snowing.
C. Seeing that it was snowing, I woke up.
D. I saw that it was snowing before I woke up.
Question 43. Because the house was damaged, nobody lived in it.
A. Nobody wanted to live in the damaged house.
B. Because nobody lived in the house, it was damaged.
C. The house was damaged, although it was occupied.
D. The house was not occupied as it was damaged.
Question 44. It’s a pity that we do not have a long summer holiday.
A. I wish we have a long summer holiday.
 B. I wish we had a long summer holiday.
C. Having a long summer holiday is a pity.
D. Having a long summer holiday is a must.
Question 45. “You should accept her apology,” said my brother.
A. My brother advised me to accept her apology.
B. My brother was thinking about accepting her apology.
C. My brother said that he would accept her apology.
D. My brother advised against accepting her apology.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best sentence that can
be combined from the two sentences given.
Question 46. The book is on the table. It belongs to Sarah.
A. The book which is on the table belongs to Sarah.
B. The book that on the table belongs to Sarah.
C. The book which belongs to Sarah is on the table.
D. The book that is on the table, which belongs to Sarah.
Question 47 Mike graduated with a good degree. However, he joined the ranks of the
unemployed.
A. If Mike graduated with a good degree, he would join the ranks of the unemployed.
B. That Mike graduated with a good degree helped him join the ranks of the unemployed.
C. Mike joined the ranks of the unemployed because he graduated with a good degree.
D. Although Mike graduated with a good degree, he joined the ranks of the unemployed.
Question 48. They have finished their homework. They are now going out for sports.
A. They have finished their homework, so they are going out for sports.
B. They are now going out for sports after they have finished their homework.
C. They have finished their homework, and they now go out for sports.
D. They finish their homework and now they are going out for sports.
Question 49. He finishes his work. He will go out for dinner.
A. He will go out for dinner as soon as he finishes his work.
B. As soon as he will go out for dinner as soon as he finishes his work.
C. He finishes his work after he will go out for dinner.
D. He will go out for dinner when he finishes his work.
Question 50. My sister went home. She saw that my mother was cooking.
A. When my sister went home, my mother was cooking.
B. While my sister went home, my mother was cooking.
C. When my sister was going home, my mother was cooking
D. When my sister went home, my mother cooked.