Đề ôn thi Đề thi vào lớp 10 Hà Nội môn Tiếng Anh - Mã đề HN-125

(23) __________ This digital start to the day begins the moment I open my eyes. (24) __________

Have you ever noticed small bumps on your skin when you're cold or scared? These are called goosebumps. This reaction, known scientifically as piloerection, happens when tiny muscles at the base of (25) __________ hair follicle contract. This contraction causes the individual hair to (26) __________ up straight from the skin, creating the familiar bumps.

But why does this happen? In our animal ancestors, this was very useful. For example, if an early human felt cold, their raised hairs (27) __________ an insulating layer of air, helping them conserve body heat. It was a simple, biological way to (28) __________ with dropping temperatures. The reaction is not limited (29) __________ feeling cold; strong emotions like fear or excitement also trigger it. For an animal, this could make it look bigger and more threatening to a predator. (30) __________, since modern humans have much less body hair, this warming effect is not very significant. Goosebumps are simply a fascinating leftover from our evolutionary past.

Imagine sitting in a silent classroom during an important final exam. You glance over and see your best friend, An, secretly looking at a small note in his hand. Your heart drops. He is cheating, and you are the only one who seems to have noticed. The teacher is at the front of the room, completely unaware of what is happening.

This is not a simple case of a lazy student. An is normally diligent, but you know he's under immense pressure from his family to get top marks. They have high expectations, and he feels a deep need to make them proud. The situation presents a real moral dilemma. You understand that if he is caught, the consequences could be severe, not just for his grades but for his family's feelings as well.

Considering your options is difficult. If you tell the teacher, An could fail or be suspended, and your friendship might end forever. But if you stay silent, are you being a good friend or just an accomplice? You could confront him after the test, but it might not change anything. It also feels unfair to everyone else who studied honestly for the exam.

Ultimately, there is no single right answer. This moment is about more than just a test; it's about defining your personal values. Your decision—whether to report An, speak to him privately, or do nothing—shows what you prioritize: loyalty to a friend, the principle of fairness, or your own integrity. It is a choice that only you can make.

Many of us install water-saving taps believing we are helping the environment. However, a psychological phenomenon known as the 'rebound effect' can sometimes lead to unexpected results. (37) __________. For instance, a person with a water-saving showerhead might feel they can take longer showers without guilt. (38) __________.

They might think, "Since this showerhead saves water, an extra five minutes won't hurt." (39) __________. This demonstrates that technology alone isn't a magical solution. (40) __________.

A. This change in behavior can cancel out the benefits of the technology

B. To truly conserve resources, our habits and awareness are just as important as the devices we use

C. This effect describes how improvements in efficiency can paradoxically increase overall consumption

D. Consequently, the total amount of water used could end up being the same, or even more than before