Đề Tiếng Anh thi thử vào lớp 10 năm 2025 của THCS Nguyễn Du, Hà Nội
Read the following sign or notice and choose the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Question 1
What does this sign mean?
- You should walk slowly and carefully here.
- You must run quickly to leave this place.
- Running in this area is allowed.
- Running is not allowed in this area.
Question 2
What should customers do in this area?
- Go straight to the exit without paying.
- Pick up more products before queuing.
- Stand in a line here to make their payment.
- Walk around while waiting to pay for items.
Choose the sentence that is closest in meaning to the original sentence in each of the following questions.
Question 3
“If I were you, I would start jogging every morning,” the doctor said.
- The doctor advised me that he should start jogging every morning.
- The doctor advises if he is me, he will start jogging every morning.
- The doctor advises me not to start jogging every morning.
- The doctor advised me to start jogging every morning.
Question 4
There is no reason why people ignore early warnings about hurricanes.
- There is no reason of that people ignore early warnings about hurricanes.
- There is no reason for which people ignore early warnings about hurricanes.
- There is no reason of which people ignore early warnings about hurricanes.
- There is no reason in that people ignore early warnings about hurricanes.
Choose the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Question 5
Many people take up photography as a hobby to __________ special moments in their daily lives.
- collect
- draw
- capture
- record
Question 6
Electric cars are becoming __________ friendly than petrol cars because they produce fewer emissions.
- more environmentally
- most environmentally
- least environmentally
- less environmentally
Question 7
I wish our school __________ better sound equipment and a bigger hall for drama club rehearsals.
- have
- will have
- had
- has
Question 8
Talking to a school counselor can be an effective way to deal with academic __________.
- decision
- pressure
- progress
- success
Question 9
After school, Nam tells Hoa about his problem.
Nam: "I lost my science project report this morning."
Hoa: "Oh no! __________"
- That's great news for you.
- I'm really sorry to hear that.
- I hope you win a prize for that.
- That's really fortunate.
Question 10
Many tourists bring reusable water bottles __________ reduce plastic waste.
- although
- so as to
- in order that
- so that
Question 11
Minh told his parents that he would visit his grandparents __________.
- next day
- the following day
- previous day
- the day before
Question 12
She's really __________ of collecting stamps and has a large album full of amazing stamps.
- excited
- interested
- keen
- fond
Choose the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
Question 13
- lemon
- lonely
- level
- chalk
Question 14
- courage
- engage
- passage
- message
Read the following guideline and choose the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 15 to 18.
🐾 WHAT TO DO IF YOU FIND A LOST CAT OR DOG
Finding a cat or dog wandering alone can be worrying - but your actions can make a real difference.
• If you see an animal in need, (15) __________ report the situation to your local animal shelter or authority.
• Try to take a photo and note where you found the animal. Keep the animal in a quiet place if possible, away from traffic and noise.
• Be gentle and stay (16) __________ a safe distance to avoid scaring it.
• Some shelters have online forms you can (17) __________. These systems make reporting cases faster and easier for the public.
• (18) __________ you follow the correct steps, the animal won't have a chance of finding its way home.
Question 15
- quickly
- quicker
- quickness
- quick
Question 16
- on
- to
- in
- up
Question 17
- make up
- look after
- fill out
- pass down
Question 18
- Unless
- If
- Although
- While
Read the article and choose the correct answer to each of the following questions from Question 19 to Question 24.
Bright Ideas, Real Change
Creating innovative school projects doesn't just mean building something cool - it means solving real problems with purpose. The best student projects begin with one big question: How can we make life better with science and technology?
Start with a Purpose
Every successful project starts with a clear goal. Whether the topic is saving energy, improving classroom air quality, or designing smart tools, students first need to define what they want to achieve. A strong plan is key. It helps guide each step and makes sure the idea stays on track.
Think Practical
After setting the goal, it's time to design. The most impressive inventions don't just look good - they work in everyday life. One student team created a device that adjusted light levels automatically. This idea didn't just sound smart - it was useful and effective in real classrooms.
Use the Right Tools
Modern science projects often use digital tools. In one project, students used an Arduino board, a small computer that helped them program and test their prototype. It allowed them to see how their invention performed in different conditions.
Share Your Work
It's not enough for students to build a great project - they must communicate their work clearly. At the school science fair, teams presented their ideas confidently, answered questions thoughtfully, and impressed both judges and classmates.
Make It Count
What made these projects valuable wasn't just the tech - it was the purpose. One model helped solve classroom lighting issues. It showed how student ideas, when guided by a real goal, can lead to real change.
Question 19
What is the main idea of the article?
- Science tools are more useful than ideas.
- Students should only focus on air quality.
- Projects need design, purpose, and teamwork.
- School science fairs are fun for students.
Question 20
Why is planning an important step in student projects?
- It gives the project clear direction.
- It helps the team save more time.
- It makes the invention look nicer.
- It helps students work better together.
Question 21
What is one way students tested their invention?
- They read articles about science.
- They used a small digital board.
- They found help from online tools.
- They asked teachers to review it.
Question 22
What does the word “they” in the article refer to?
- judges
- teachers
- projects
- students
Question 23
The word “confidently” in the article is CLOSEST in meaning to __________.
- with weak eye contact
- without body language
- with nervous feeling
- with proud expression
Question 24
The word “valuable” in the article is OPPOSITE in meaning to __________.
- helpful in real life
- smart in design
- useless in real life
- strong in function
Choose the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25 to 30.
Traditions and Technology Together
Last month, I visited Phú Đô noodle village, a place well-known for its rice noodle production. It was not just (25) __________ ordinary trip. It was a learning experience where I discovered how traditional values and modern techniques can work together.
The villagers still follow customs passed down for generations, including the use of bamboo trays and sun drying. These are parts of Phu Do's lifestyle, (26) __________ many young people today may not well know about. What impressed me most is how they've added a simple (27) __________ system to remove waste water before it goes into nature. It helps keep the environment cleaner while keeping the old noodle-making process alive.
They also use (28) __________ shelves and large stone grinding tools, showing both beauty and function in daily life.
I learned that producing rice noodles requires not only skill but also respect for the environment. The villagers work hard to maintain their traditions, but they adopt technology when needed. Some steps are fast and modern, while others are slow and handmade. (29) __________, both methods aim to protect the village's future.
Visiting Phú Đô (30) __________ me a deeper understanding of how culture and innovation can support each other. It truly was an unforgettable experience.
Question 25
- an
- a
- no article
- the
Question 26
- which
- that
- where
- whose
Question 27
- to filter
- filtering
- filter
- filtered
Question 28
- wooden long drying
- drying long wooden
- long wooden drying
- long drying wooden
Question 29
- Because
- Similarly
- However
- Unless
Question 30
- is giving
- have given
- give
- gave
Choose the sentence that is made from the given cues in each of the following questions.
Question 31
That/ temple/ be/ ancient/ that/ historian/ study/ for/ year.
- That temple is such ancient that historians have studied it for years.
- That temple is so ancient that historians have studied it for years.
- That temple is so an ancient that historians have studied it for years.
- That temple is such an ancient that historians have studied it for years.
Question 32
Community project/ succeed/ many/ challenge.
- The community project succeeded although many challenges.
- The community project succeeded despite many challenges.
- The community project succeeded; however, many challenges.
- The community project succeeded in spite many challenges.
Choose the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions.
Question 33
- creative
- successful
- important
- physical
Question 34
- remove
- cancel
- mistake
- escape
Choose the correct answer to each of the following questions from 35 to 36.
Question 35
Put the sentences (a-c) in the correct order, then fill in the blank to make a logical paragraph.
Nam began noticing that the canal near his neighborhood was filled with plastic waste and had a terrible smell.
a. After researching the issue, Nam found out that the trash came from nearby houses and that it was polluting the water and killing fish.
b. He also decided to create posters to raise awareness and started a clean-up club at school with his classmates.
c. Every weekend, they picked up trash, talked to local residents, and encouraged families to stop dumping waste into the canal.
- b - a - c
- a - c - b
- c - b - a
- a - b - c
Question 36
Choose the best concluding sentence for the story.
- Their efforts were fun, but the canal stayed dirty and full of plastic waste.
- Their group worked hard at first, but no one really noticed any difference.
- Their actions helped improve the canal and the area became much cleaner.
- Their clean-up took time, but the trash kept coming back every single week.
Four phrases/sentences have been removed from the text below. For each question, choose the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 37 to 40.
Live Earthquake Coverage
We are reporting live from the northern region, where a powerful earthquake has just struck. Roads are cracked, homes have collapsed, and people are running outside in fear. (37) __________, the situation could be far more tragic.
Authorities are urging people to stay calm and follow emergency instructions. (38) __________ Rescue teams have already begun their search efforts, and help is pouring in from neighboring provinces. (39) __________
(40) __________, families are gathering in open fields, away from unstable buildings, waiting for updates.
The situation remains tense, but there's also a sense of community as volunteers distribute water and blankets. We'll continue bringing updates as more information comes in. Stay safe, and stay tuned.
A. While aftershocks are still being reported in nearby towns
B. If the local government didn't invest in emergency training
C. Before that, the mayor announced that they would set up emergency shelters across the city.
D. As a result, thousands of residents are being moved to temporary shelters in safer areas.
Question 37
- A
- B
- C
- D
Question 38
- A
- B
- C
- D
Question 39
- A
- B
- C
- D
Question 40
- A
- B
- C
- D