Choose one word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the others and write A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the answers and write A, B, C or D on your answer
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SỞ GD & ĐT THANH HÓA
TRƯỜNG THPT NÔNG CỐNG 1
ĐỀ THI CHÍNH THỨC
KỲ THI KSCL CÁC MÔN THI VÀO LỚP 10 THPT
NĂM HỌC 2025 - 2026 Môn thi: TIẾNG ANH
Thời gian: 60 phút (không kể thời gian giao đề)
Ngày thi: 20/4/2025
Đề thi có: 04 trang, gồm 50 câu
PART A PHONETICS (1.0 point)
I Choose one word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the others and write A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the answers and write A, B,
C or D on your answer sheet
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
PART B VOCABULARY AND GRAMMAR (4.0 points)
I Supply the correct form of the verbs in brackets Write the answers on your answer sheet
6 They (go) camping last weekend
7 He (play) _ football for 5 years
8 When my sister (arrive) for a visit tomorrow, she will see our new baby
for the first time
9 I have promised (teach) my grandfather how to find online news
10 The ancient temple (build) in the 12th century is now a famous
tourist attraction
II Supply the correct form of the words in capital Write the answers on your answer sheet
11 My telephone number, home address and birthday are my information
(PERSON)
12 _, the typhoon didn't cause any damage to the village (LUCKY)
13 She tried to _ all the important dates for the coming history exam
(MEMORY)
15 Although John is a (an) _ talker in his class, he still manages to get good
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 He tested positive for coronavirus two days ago, _ ?
17 Traffic congestion is terrible _ big cities
18 The trip to Hai Phong last year was most memorable experience in my life
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19 She didn’t attend the job affair _her illness
20 The baby’s illness is _ than we thought at first
21 Tom “Would you like some orange juice, Linh ?” Mary- “ ”
22 You should eat more vegetables It is to include them in your meals
23 To preserve Bat Trang pottery, the artisans have their techniques to the
younger generations
24 Thanks to the Internet, people can now easily their interests by joining online
communities and accessing endless resources
25 In modern theaters or cinemas, can enjoy 3D movies with amazing sound
effects
PART C READING (3.0 points)
I Read the following passage and choose the most suitable word from the ones given below to fill in each gap Write the answers on your answer sheet
Protecting the Environment
To protect the environment, it is essential that we make changes in our daily habits
One of the simplest ways we can help is by choosing to practice recycling (26)
materials such as paper, plastic, and glass can help to cut down the amount of trash that ends
up in landfills
Another important step is to conserve water and energy Many people don't realize
how much energy they use (27) doing basic tasks, like turning on the lights or
leaving the faucet running A small change, like turning off the lights when leaving a room
or fixing a leaky tap, can make a big (28)
If we make these small changes, we can (29) our carbon footprint and help slow down climate change Taking care of the planet means that we should act (30)
to ensure that future generations can enjoy its beauty and resources
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
Tourists bring (31) advantages to individuals and communities It not only creates jobs but also helps people understand different ways of life Travelers (32)
take part in cultural activities often return home with new ideas and broader perspectives
Tourism also contributes to the economy in many countries Jobs in transportation,
hotels, and restaurants depend (33) tourists visiting these places One key benefit
is that it encourages governments to preserve historical sites and local culture, which can be lost over time
Local communities can also benefit from improvements in infrastructure such as
roads and public transport In some areas, tourism has helped to bring back traditional (34)
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and art which were under the risk of disappearing (35) , tourism can
also harm the environment if it is not managed carefully Therefore, it is important to keep
a balance between tourism development and environmental protection
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
City life offers endless opportunities; however, it also presents many challenges In big cities, people have access to better education, healthcare, and entertainment However, these benefits often come with higher living costs and more stress
One major issue, for instance, is traffic congestion Many people spend hours
commuting to work every day This not only wastes time but also causes frustration and air pollution To address this, some cities are encouraging the use of public transport and bicycles to reduce this problem
In addition, noise is another factor that affects urban life Busy roads, construction sites, and crowded streets can make it difficult to find peace and quiet Many residents get
used to the noise over time, but it can still affect their sleep and health
Despite these problems, many people love living in the city There are always new things to do and interesting people to meet Ultimately, with proper planning and balance,
city dwellers can enjoy a dynamic and exciting lifestyle
36 Which of the following can be the best title for the passage?
A Causes of Heart Attacks for Walkers
B Advice for Sunbathing on the Beach
C Causes of Uncomfortable Swelling
D Living in the City: Opportunities and Challenges
37 The word "their" in paragraph 3 refers to _
38 The word "congestion" in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to
39 According to the passage, the main issue that city residents face is
40 Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?
A City life offers many opportunities but comes with challenges
B Traffic congestion wastes time and causes air pollution
C Public transport and bicycles are encouraged to reduce traffic issues
D City life is only enjoyable for those who are used to noise
PART D WRITING (2.0 points)
I Rewrite each of the following sentences beginning as shown, so that the meaning stays the same
41 Linh started learning Japanese two years ago
→ Linh has _
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42 “I will go to Da Nang tomorrow”, my sister said
→ My sister said
43 I don’t have time, so I can’t help you with your work
→ If _
44 Living in the city is not as peaceful as living in the countryside
→ Living in the countryside
45 Although he was exhausted, he still finished his homework
→ Exhausted
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 Write the answers on your answer sheet
→ The girl
→ He was
→ They spent _
49 I want to be left alone, so I can have some time to myself to relax and think
(DISTURBED)
→ I _
50 The fund-raisers haven’t officially decided where to send the proceeds of the concert.
(DECISION)
→ No
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