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

PHÒNG GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO NĂM HỌC 2024 - 2025

MÔN: TIẾNG ANH
Thời gian làm bài: 90 phút
(Đề gồm 06 trang)
Choose the best answer A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to the following questions.
1: A _____ job requires a high level of technical skill and precision.
A. fashion design B. ticket selling C. surgeon D. cashier
2: She decided to _____ her studies to focus on gaining work experience in the fashion industry.
A. delay B. achieve C. prepare D. complete
3: She missed the final exam __________ she was feeling unwell.
A. because B. although C. despite D. if
4: We missed the meeting since we __________ stuck in traffic for an hour.
A. get B. got C. were D. had got
5: The homework was so __________ that I finished it quickly.
A. good B. difficult C. easy D. long
6: She wore __________ a beautiful dress that everyone admired her.
A. such B. very C. so D. too
7. The book ______ I like is on the table.
A. who B. whom C. which D. where
8. The government ________ the earthquake victims with food, clothes and medicine.
A. carried B. offered C. gave D. provided
9. This is a big house with an ___________ garden.
A. attract B. attraction C. attractive D. attractively
10. Mike needed only one more stamp to complete his _________.
A. collection B. collect C. collectively D. collective
11. You should ___________ the light before going out to save electricity.
A. go on B. turn off C. come in D. look up
12. I try to read every day ________.
A. whenever I have a free moment B. even though I don’t always have time
C. because I enjoy reading books D. although it can be hard to concentrate
Read the announcement and circle the correct answer A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer
to fill in each blank.
Important Resident Meeting Announcement
We are inviting (13) _______ to attend the upcoming resident meeting. It will be held (14) _______
the main hall on Friday evening. This is a(n) (15) _______ meeting where we will discuss key topics
affecting our community. Please bring (16) _______ suggestions and be prepared to share. We look
forward to seeing (17) _______ there!
13. A. participants B. residents C. tenants D. managers
14. A. in B. at C. by D. on
15. A. important B. boring C. small D. good
16. A. a B.  C. the D. an
17. A. you B. him C. them D. us
Read the advertisement and circle the correct answer A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer
to fill in each blank.
Transform Your Workout with the Best Exercise Equipment!
Looking for high-quality exercise equipment (18) ___ delivers real results? Our latest model is
designed with (19) ___, ensuring maximum efficiency in every workout. It’s time to (20) ___ a
healthier lifestyle with equipment that supports your goals. Unlike other machines, ours operates
(21) ___, giving you a smoother and more effective exercise experience. Try it today and see why
it's (22) ___ any other equipment on the market!
18. A. who B. which C. where D. whose
19. A. the most advanced training technology B. exercising every day
C. to work out harder D. a system helps you stay fit
20. A. give up B. take on C. stick to D. set up
21. A. easily B. suddenly C. hard D. rarely
22. A. as effective as B. more effective than
C. the most effective D. the same as
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to
each of the questions.
Drones are rapidly becoming an important tool in various industries, from filmmaking to agriculture. These
unmanned aerial vehicles (23) ______ people to capture aerial footage and data that was once difficult or
expensive to obtain. Drones can be (24) ______ for delivering packages, monitoring crops, and even
surveying disaster areas. As technology (25) ______, drones are expected to become more autonomous,
capable of navigating complex environments without human input. They will (26) ______ a major role in
areas like logistics and emergency response. The (27) ______ for drone use continues to expand as more
companies (28) ______ new ways to integrate drones to their operations.
23. A. allow B. let C. admit D. accept
24. A. used B. utilized C. performed D. streamed
25. A. advances B. advancing C. progressed D. performed
26. A. play B. make C. do D. perform
27. A. possibilities B. potential C. future D. amount
28. A. discover B. discovering C. discovered D. discoverly
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to
each of the questions.
Dealing with Peer Pressure: What I Learned
Peer pressure is something that many people, including me, have felt at some time in their lives.
When I was a teenager, I often experienced pressure from my friends and classmates. This pressure
was about doing things like trying new activities, dressing in a certain way, or acting in a specific
manner.
Sometimes, this pressure made me do things I didn't really want to do. For example, I joined in on
activities or wore clothes just because I wanted to fit in with my friends. Later, I felt sorry for
making these choices because they did not match who I really was.
As I got older, I learned how to handle peer pressure better. I started to focus on making choices that
matched my own values and goals. I realized that it was important to be true to myself and not just
follow what others wanted me to do.
These experiences taught me important lessons. I learned how to be independent, have self-
confidence, and choose friends who support and respect me. I also learned that it’s okay to be
different and that staying true to myself is more important than fitting in with the crowd.
In conclusion, dealing with peer pressure is a part of growing up. My experiences helped me
understand the value of making choices that are right for me and surrounding myself with positive
influences.
29: Which of the following could be served as the best title for the passage?
A. The Influence of Friends and Classmates B. The Benefits of Trying New Activities
C. Overcoming Negative Peer Pressure D. The Importance of Following Trends
30: The word "pressure" in the passage mostly means _____.
A. Assistance B. Influence C. Relaxation D. Freedom
31: The word "regretted" in the passage is closest in meaning to _____.
A. Enjoyed B. Felt sorry about C. Ignored D. Celebrated
32: The following are ways the author learned to handle peer pressure, EXCEPT _____.
A. Making decisions based on personal values B. Following trends to fit in
C. Choosing friends who respect individuality D. Focusing on personal goals
33: The word "it" in the sentence "It is also about trying new things" refers to _____.
A. Peer pressure B. Traveling C. Making decisions D. Fitting in
34: Why did the author feel sorry for some of their decisions, according to the passage?
A. Because they did not match their personal values. B. Because they were difficult to make.
C. Because they were influenced by parents. D. Because they were not enjoyable.
35: What can be inferred from the passage?
A. Peer pressure always leads to negative outcomes.
B. Learning to resist peer pressure is an important part of personal growth.
C. It is easy to avoid peer pressure by changing friends.
D. Following friends’ advice always leads to positive results.
Choose the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
36.
a. Steve: I usually get mine from food blogs or cooking websites.
c. Mary: Do you know where I can find some good recipes?
b. Mary: Oh, I'll check those out. Any specific ones you recommend?
A. b- c-a B. a-c-b C. c-a-b D. b-a-c
37.
Hi James,
a. I’m excited to start my painting classes soon!
b. Thanks so much for the art supplies you sent me last week.
c. I've been practicing sketching daily, and I feel like I'm improving.
d. The brushes and paints are amazing - they are much better than the ones I've been using.
e. Hopefully, we can attend a class together in the future!
Write back soon,
Emma
A. b-d-a-c-e B. b-a-c-d-e C. a-c-b-d-e D. a-b-c-d-e
38.
3.
1. Firstly, I still remember the joy we felt at the summer festival.
2. Finally, it was so wonderful to relive those old memories.
3. Furthermore, I regret not taking more photos of the beautiful scenery.
4. Additionally, I wish we had stayed longer to enjoy the festival.
A. 1-2-3-4 B. 1-3-4-2 C. 2-3-4-1 D. 3-1-2-4

39.
a. Furthermore, tourism has significantly boosted the local economy, bringing in millions of visitors
every year.
b. Recently, Lakewood has become a top travel destination, known for its breathtaking landscapes
and outdoor activities.
c. However, the increase in tourists has also led to environmental concerns, such as littering and
pollution in the parks and lakes.
d. The town has invested in eco-friendly projects to preserve the natural beauty while
accommodating the growing number of tourists.
e. These projects include waste reduction programs, improved public transportation, and increased
park maintenance.
A. b-a-d-e-c B. b-c-d-e-a C. b-a-c-d-e D. b-d-a-c-e
40.
a. Lan: Great! We can rent bikes and ride around the lake.
b. Duy: Sounds fun! I’ll bring some snacks for US to enjoy.
c. Lan: Perfect! I can't wait for a relaxing day out.
d. Lan: Are we Still on for our trip to Western Lake this Saturday?
e. Duy: Absolutely! I’m really looking forward to it.
A. a-d-c-e-b B. b-c-e-a-d C. d-e-a-b-c D. c-d-e-b-a
Choose the best answer A, B, C or D to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to the
original sentence in the following questions.
41. I have never met such an exotic problem before .
A. This is the more exotic problem I have ever read B. This is the exotic problem I have ever read
C. This is the most exotic problem I have ever read D. This is the most exotic problem I have never
read
42.Ok, I'll help you if I want" -Nam said to Tim
 A.Nam promised to help Tim if he wants. C.Nam told to help Tim if he wants.
B.Nam asked to help Tim if he wanted. D.Nam promised to help Tim if he wanted.
43. We stayed in that hotel despite the noise.
A. Despite the hotel was noisy, we stayed there.
B. Although that hotel was noisy, we stayed there.
C. We stayed in that noisy hotel, and we enjoyed it.
D. Because of the noise, we stayed in that hotel.
44. It isn’t necessary to bring skis as they are included in the package.
A. You have to bring skis as they are included in the package.
B. You need to bring skis as they are not included in the package.
C. You must bring skis as they are not included in the package.
D. You don’t have to bring skis as they are included in the package.
D. Could you please show me way to nearest bank?
45. The new girl and I develop a friendly relationship with each other.
A. The new girl and I get over with each other.
B. The new girl and I get on with each other.
C. The new girl and I get with each other.
D. The new girl and I get up with each other.
Choose the best answer A, B, C or D to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of
sentences in the following questions.
46. Calling Mary is pointless. Her phone runs out.
A. It is useless calling Mary because her phone runs out.
B. It's no use to call Mary because her phone runs out.
C. You need to call Mary because her phone runs out.
D. It's worth calling Mary because her phone runs out.
47. His living conditions were difficult. However, he studied very well.
A. Although he lived in difficult conditions, but he studied very well.
B. He studied very well thanks to the fact that he lived in difficult conditions.
C. Difficult as his living conditions, he studied very well.
D. He studied very well despite his difficult living conditions.
48. Tom has decided to study English. He wants to get a good job in the future.
A. Tom decides to study English in order to he can get a good job in the future.
B. Tom decides to study English although he can get a good job in the future.
C.Tom has decides to study English so that he can get a good job in the future.
D. Tom decides to study English so as that he can get a good job in the future.
49. She shouted and screamed for an hour. Then she walked out in tears.
A. Before she shouted and screamed for an hour, she walked out in tears.
B. After shouting and screaming for an hour, she walked out in tears.
C. She shouted and screamed for an hour; yet she walked out in tears.
D. In spite of shouting and screaming for an hour, she walked out in tears.
50. John's car broke down on his way to the airport. He missed the flight.
A. John's car broke down on his way to the airport, and he missed the flight at the same time.
B. Knowing that he would miss the flight, John stopped driving on his way to the airport.
C. John missed the flight because his car broke down on his way to the airport.
D. While John's car broke down on his way to the airport, he missed his flight.