Đề thi CHÍNH THỨC môn Tiếng Anh - Kỳ thi Tuyển sinh lớp 10 THANH HÓA năm học 2023 -2024

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PART A. PHONETICS

I. Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from that of the others in the same line and write A, B, C or D on your answer sheet.

1. A. planted       B. lived       C. stayed           D. boiled

2. A. thank         B. this             C. think       D. three

3. A. five          B. night       C. nine        D. sit

II. Choose the word whose stress pattern is different from that of the others in the same line and write A, B, C or D on your answer sheet.

4. A. teacher           B. invite          C. future          D. funny

5. A. family       B. solution        C. symbolic        D. attractive

PART B. VOCABULARY AND FRAMMAR

I. Supply the correct form of the verbs in brackets. Write the answers on your answer sheet.

6. I usually (read) read newspapers in the morning.

7. They (talk) talked about sports last night.

8. He (wait) has waited for his girlfriend at the airport since 2 p.m.

9. Mr. Hai doesn’t enjoy (watch) watching action films.

10. Were this test (do) to do more carefully, you would get better mark.

II. Supply the correct form of the words in capital. Write the answers on your answer sheet.

11. Earthquakes, volcanoes and typhoons are natural disasters.

12. The idea of “Go Green" is widely supported by teenagers.

13. The locals didn’t agree to build a factory in this area.

14. Nutritionists consider junk foods as unhealthy and harmful.

15. Many people cannot even afford basic necessities such as food and clothing.

III. Choose the word or phrase that best fits the gap in each of the following sentences. Write A, B, C or D on your answer sheet.

16. The Browns often go to _____________ cinema at weekends. 

A. an               B. a                C. the              D. x

17. Valentine’s Day is celebrated _____________ 14th February.

A. in                    B. on               C. from        D. by

18. He is interested in listening to "Cooking For You" by Den Vau, _____________?

A. isn’t be         B. is he       C. doesn’t he       D. does he

19. Life in the city is _____________ than that in the countryside.

A. as convenient    B. more convenient  C. most convenient  D. so convenient

20. The children came to class late _____________ it rained heavily.

A. in spite of           B. although         C. because          D. because of

21. The 6.30 bus _____________ I often take to school, was late today.

A. that             B. who         C. whom        D. which

22. Alex is talking to Tim:

- Alex: "I have bought you a toy. Happy birthday to you!” -Tim: “_____________”

A. The same to you!                     B. Hove a nice day!

C. What a lovely toy! Thanks.           D. What a pity!

23. These traditional stories have been _____________ from parents to children over many generations.

A. passed down      B. found out        C. looked up        D. got over

24. The government must _____________ measures to preserve our man-made wonders.

A. do               B. lake        C. gel              D. make

25. Giving lucky money to the young at Tet is a common _____________ in many Asian countries.

A. practice         B. behaviour        C. tradition        D. habit

PART C. READING

I. Read the following passage and choose the most suitable word from the ones given in the box to fill in each gap. If rite the answers on your answer sheet.

Teenagers having exams may feel stressed for (26)_______ reasons. Their future may depend on their exam results. Many of them will probably be afraid that their performances will not be as good (27) ____ their friends' and may feel worried about being compared negatively to them. They may feel so exhausted by the amount of (28) _____ which they need to do. To obtain a good result, they may have to give up many leisure activities such as doing sports and listening to music. Teenagers who suffer (29) _____ exam stress may show a variety’ of symptoms including loss of appetite, being unable to sleep and a lack of motivation to study. (30) ______, it is important for teachers and parents to watch om for these signs and to be as supportive and encouraging as possible.

II. Read the following passage and choose the best answer A, B, C or D to fill in each gap. Write the answers on your answer sheet.

Fathers used to act as the “breadwinner” of their family, and as the teacher of moral and religious values. (31) _____________, those roles are gradually changing.

More and more women are going out to work and (32) _____________ money. This increases the budget of the family. Besides, there are various programmes assisting mothers financially. These changes have greatly impacted the role of fathers because they make paternal financial support less essential for (33) _____________ families.

With the (34) _____________ of financial support reduced, and with a changing concept of a father’s role, modem fathers tend to be more involved in children's caregiving. They are now spending more time and energy on their children.

Researches suggest that fatherly love helps children develop a sense of their place in die world, which helps their social and emotional development. Moreover, children (35) _____________ receive more love from their fathers are less likely to have behavioural problems.

III. Read the following passage and answer the questions by choosing the best answer A, B, C or D. Write the answers on your answer sheet.

The environment is the natural world dial surrounds US, consisting of the air we breathe, the water we drink, the land we live on, and the ecosystems dial support life. It is essential for the well-being of all living beings on Earth.

One of the issues concerning the environment is climate change. Human activities, such as burning fossil fuels and deforestation, contribute to the release of greenhouse gases, leading to global warming and the change of ecosystems. Climate change has serious consequences, including extreme weather events, sea-level rise, and the loss of biodiversity. Another important aspect of die environment is pollution. Industrial activities, and the use of harmful chemicals contaminate die air, waler, and soil. Pollution has negative effects on human health, wildlife, and the overall balance of ecosystems.

Preserving and protecting the environment requires collective actions. Conservation efforts, such as sustainable resource management and afforestation, play a crucial role in reducing environmental damage. Besides, individual actions, such as reducing waste, and adopting eco-friendly practices, contribute to a more sustainable future. It is essential to raise awareness and educate the public about environmental issues. By this way. individuals can make informed choices and lake steps to minimize their ecological footprint.

36. Which of the following can be the best title for the passage?

A. The Importance of Environmental Preservation

B. Pollution and Its Impact on the Environment

C. Climate Change: A Global Crisis

D. Raising Awareness for a Sustainable Future

37. The word “It” in the first paragraph refers to _____________.

A. the air               B. the environment  C. life             D. the land

38. According to paragraph 2, which of the following is NOT mentioned as the consequences of climate change?

A. extreme weather events               B. sea-level rise

C. reducing temperature            D. the loss of biodiversity

39. The word “contaminate” is closest in meaning to _____________.

A. protect          B. pollute          C. destroy          D. improve

40. According to the passage, pollution _____________.

A. contaminates the environment         B. does not affect the air

C. has no effect on human health        D. does not change ecosystems

PARTD. WRITING

I. Rewrite each of the following sentences beginning as shown, so that the meaning stays the same.

41. Emily is food of doing yoga.

42. Jack passed the exam because he studied so hard.

43. It’s a pity that you can’t come to my party on Sunday.

44. "Let's eat out tomorrow.” said Jenny.

45. People say that the Chinese discovered acupuncture thousands of years ago.

II. Rewrite each of the following sentences using the given words so that it keeps the same meaning. Do not change the form of the words given.

46. They started playing chess 2 hours ago. (HAVE)

47. Ms. Nga is a nurse. She lives on the second floor. (WHO)

48. The news was so bad that the lady got fainted. (SUCH)

49. The manager complimented Linda on her work. (PAID)

50. Ha sings the best in her group, doesn’t she? (ARE)