Đề ôn thi Đề thi vào lớp 10 Trường THPT Chuyên KHTN môn Tiếng Anh - Mã đề KHTN-144

(23) __________ Each page reveals something different about her life and the moments shared around food. (24) __________

Have you ever traveled on a road and had to pay a fee? This is a toll road, a common feature in (25) __________ countries, where drivers pay for passage. The purpose is to (26) __________ money to fund the construction and maintenance of highways and bridges. This ensures that essential infrastructure remains safe.

Modern toll systems are highly automated. Many cars are equipped with an electronic tag that is detected as they pass through a toll plaza. The fee is then automatically deducted (27) __________ the driver's account. (28) __________, this means drivers don't need to stop, which makes traffic flow smoother. The authorities have to (29) __________ a complex system of cameras and payment processing to make this work. If this technology were not available, travel (30) __________ much slower on these major routes, as everyone would have to stop and pay manually.

The idea of a first solo trip abroad is thrilling, but for many Vietnamese teenagers, the first real test begins at a bustling airport like Noi Bai or Tan Son Nhat. These massive hubs can seem confusing with their bright lights and crowds of people. However, with a little preparation, navigating this challenge can be a smooth start to an amazing journey.

The first step is arriving early. It's essential to find your airline's check-in counters on the large departure boards. At these counters, you show your passport and ticket to get your boarding pass and drop off any large luggage. The staff will weigh your bags to ensure they meet the airline's limits. This process is straightforward but can take time.

After check-in, you head to security screening. Your carry-on bags are X-rayed, and you walk through a metal detector. Remember to remove laptops from your bag. Next is immigration, where an officer checks your passport. It’s normal to feel anxious during this stage, but staying calm and following instructions is key. After passing through, you are in the international departures area.

The final task is finding your boarding gate. The gate number is on your boarding pass, but it’s smart to double-check the flight information screens, as gates can change. Once at the gate, you can relax, grab a snack, and wait for the boarding announcement. Completing these steps on your own is a huge confidence booster, proving you’re ready for the adventure ahead.

Over the past decade, public health campaigns have successfully highlighted the dangers of excessive sugar consumption, linking it to obesity and diabetes. As a result, many consumers began actively seeking sugar-free alternatives to satisfy their sweet cravings. (37) __________.

Food companies responded by heavily marketing products with artificial sweeteners like aspartame and sucralose. (38) __________. However, this widespread adoption has sparked a new and complex health debate. (39) __________. Some recent studies suggest they might negatively affect gut bacteria and metabolism, which could ironically lead to weight gain. (40) __________.

A. Scientists are now investigating whether these sugar substitutes have long-term side effects

B. Consequently, the simple choice between sugar and 'diet' options is no longer clear-cut

C. This created a huge demand in the market for products that tasted sweet without the added calories

D. These were promoted as a perfect, guilt-free solution for weight management