Đề Tiếng Anh ôn thi vào lớp 10 TPHCM năm 2025- Mã đề thi HCM-123
Look at the sign or the notice. Choose the best answer for questions 1 and 2.
Question 1
You''re at a birthday party for your five-year-old cousin. You see this sign on a goodie bag. What does it mean?
- There are five toys inside the goodie bag.
- You have to be five years old to eat what''s inside the bag.
- The things in the goodie bag aren''t safe for babies or toddlers to play with.
- Only kids older than five can have a goodie bag.
Question 2
What does the sign say?
- You should use the "#TeachersRock" hashtag on all social media.
- You should consider a career in education.
- You should buy a gift for every teacher you know.
- You should show your appreciation for teachers.
Choose the word / phrase / sentence that best fits the space or best answers the question given in each sentence.
Question 3
David: Do you like rock music, __________ do you prefer country?
Emily: I like both, but I probably listen to rock more often.
- for
- or
- yet
- and
Question 4
Sarah: Have you ever thought about joining an online book club?
Maria: I''ve actually been a member __________ one for about two years now!
- to
- with
- of
- in
Question 5
Sarah: I can''t believe you figured that clue out __________ just one minute!
Tom: I know, right? I surprised myself!
- at
- in
- on
- with
Question 6
Sarah: Wow, that singer has an amazing __________!
John: I know, right? It''s so powerful.
- talent
- voice
- microphone
- song
Question 7
Teacher: We have several students who deserve recognition for their hard work.
Principal: Yes, __________ is precisely why we have this assembly.
- What
- Which
- That
- Whom
Question 8
Sarah: Did you enjoy volunteering at the animal shelter?
Emily: Yes! It was a __________ experience; I''m glad I could help the animals.
- rewarding
- strange
- tiring
- quick
Question 9
Sarah: Do you want me to __________ on the kettle for another round of tea?
Tom: Sure, that would be lovely.
- place
- leave
- set
- put
Question 10
Sarah: I''m training for a cycling race. It''s tough!
John: You must have a lot of __________ to keep going like that.
- determination
- intelligence
- speed
- equipment
Question 11
Sarah: Can you hand me the vanilla extract for the cake batter?
Emily: __________
- Sorry, I can''t right now.
- Sorry, not this time.
- Sorry, I''m busy.
- Nope, not happening.
Question 12
John: __________
Mary: Haha, you''re right, it does look like a toupee!
- I wonder if that dog is friendly?
- What breed do you think that dog is?
- Did you see that dog run past?
- Look, that dog''s ears look like they were glued on!
Question 13
Which word has the underlined part pronounced differently from that of the others?
- volume
- chuckle
- unlike
- subject
Question 14
Which word has the underlined part pronounced differently from that of the others?
- senior
- assemble
- insane
- disaster
Question 15
Which word has a different stress pattern from that of the others?
- contrast
- normal
- routine
- circuit
Question 16
Which word has a different stress pattern from that of the others?
- difficult
- creation
- easily
- testify
Choose the word that best fits each space in the following passage
Dear Sarah,
You won''t believe the amazing (17) __________ we had on our hiking trip! The weather was (18) __________, and the scenery was absolutely breathtaking. We hiked through dense forests, climbed steep (19) __________, and even saw a family of deer!
Every evening, we (20) __________ our tents near a crystal-clear stream. We would gather around a bonfire, sharing stories and roasting marshmallows. I learned so much about camping and survival skills. It was (21) __________ harder than I expected, but I feel so much stronger and more independent now.
Thanks for convincing me to go on this adventure (22) __________ you!
Best,
Emily
Question 17
- homework
- party
- adventure
- movie
Question 18
- crowded
- boring
- terrible
- perfect
Question 19
- streets
- roofs
- buildings
- trails
Question 20
- pitched
- sailed
- drove
- flew
Question 21
- never
- definitely
- always
- rarely
Question 22
- from
- about
- against
- with
Read the following brochure about an upcoming media literacy workshop. Decide whether the statements from 23 to 26 are True or False and choose the correct answer to complete the statements in question 27 and 28.
Empowering Informed Citizens: A Media Literacy Workshop
In today's digital age, it's crucial to be able to navigate the overwhelming sea of information we encounter daily. This workshop aims to equip you with the critical thinking skills needed to analyze and evaluate media messages effectively.
What you'll gain:
- Learn to identify different types of media bias.
- Develop strategies for verifying information and sources.
- Understand the influence of media on perspectives and decision-making.
- Engage in thought-provoking discussions and activities.
Who should attend?
- Concerned citizens
- Students
- Educators
- Anyone interested in becoming more media savvy
Workshop Details:
- Date: Saturday, September 15th, 2025
- Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Location: City Library Auditorium
- Cost: $25 per person (includes lunch and workshop materials)
Register Now:
Visit our website: www.medialitforall.org or call 555-123-4567.
Don't just consume information - analyze it! Become an informed and empowered citizen.
Question 23
The workshop teaches participants to passively accept all media messages.
- True
- False
Question 24
Participants will learn to recognize biases present in different forms of media.
- True
- False
Question 25
The workshop is exclusively designed for journalists and media professionals.
- True
- False
Question 26
Attending the workshop requires registering in advance.
- True
- False
Question 27
The main goal of the workshop is to help people become __________.
- advocates for a specific media outlet
- passive recipients of information
- more critical consumers of media
- experts in creating media content
Question 28
All of the following information is provided in the brochure EXCEPT __________.
- the website for registration
- the cost of attending the event
- the names of the workshop facilitators
- the date and time of the workshop
Use the correct form of the word given in each sentence.
Question 29
They decided to live in __________ apartments after the argument. (separation)
Question 30
I enjoy eating __________ soup on rainy days. (heat)
Question 31
I haven''t been sleeping well __________. (late)
Question 32
The athlete showed __________ strength, lifting the heavy weight. (remark)
Question 33
John is looking forward to a relaxing __________ after years of hard work. (retire)
Question 34
The rocket __________ stood silent, awaiting its deadly purpose. (launch)
Look at the entry of the word "dialogue" in a dictionary. Use what you can get from the entry to complete the sentences with two or three words.
Type: noun
Syllables: di·a·logue
UK: /ˈdaɪ.ə.lɒɡ/
US: /ˈdaɪ.ə.lɑːɡ/
Definition: A conversation between two or more people as a feature of a book, play, or film.
Examples:
- The play's success lies in the witty sparkling dialogue.
- The two sides have begun to engage in a constructive dialogue.
- She was keen to establish a meaningful dialogue with the workforce.
- The novel has long passages of dialogue.
Question 35
The characters came to life thanks to the writer''s talent for __________.
Question 36
The government refused to enter into any __________ with the terrorists.
Rewrite each of the following sentences in another way so that it means almost the same as the sentence printed before it.
Question 37
Tom is responsible for organizing the meeting. ➡ The meeting is __________
Question 38
He enjoys playing football more than studying. ➡ Playing football is __________
Question 39
The weather was so cold that they stayed indoors. ➡ It was such __________
Question 40
"I will help you tomorrow," he told her. ➡ He told her __________