Đề Tiếng Anh thi thử vào lớp 10 Hà Nội năm 2025- Mã đề thi HN-157

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Read the following sign or notice and choose the correct answer to each of the following questions.

Question 1

You are driving down a residential street and see the sign below. What does this sign tell drivers to do?

  1. Be careful, there are kids and animals running in the area.
  2. Stop your car and wait for kids and pets to cross the street.
  3. Drive slowly because children and animals might be playing near the road.
  4. Watch out for kids and pets playing in the street.

Question 2

What should you do at your appointment tomorrow?

A reminder that your dental check-up is tomorrow at 2 PM. Please bring your insurance card.
  1. Show your insurance information.
  2. Arrive early for a dental cleaning.
  3. Reschedule your appointment if needed.
  4. Confirm your appointment by phone.

Choose the correct answer to each of the following questions.

Question 3

The city''s rich cultural __________ is reflected in its diverse cuisine, music, and festivals.

  1. heritage
  2. uniformity
  3. homogeneity
  4. similarity

Question 4

The children __________ in the garden when their grandfather arrived.

  1. played
  2. was played
  3. were playing
  4. playing

Question 5

This year, I find English class __________ than last year because we have more opportunities to discuss and practice speaking.

  1. enjoyable
  2. more enjoyable
  3. most enjoyable
  4. as enjoyable

Question 6

I __________ some milk at the store earlier if I __________ we were running low.

  1. would have bought - knew
  2. would have bought - had known
  3. would buy - knew
  4. bought - knew

Question 7

Nam accidentally spills some juice on the table while having lunch with Liam.

Nam: "Oh no! I''m so clumsy. I''m really sorry about that."

Liam: "__________"

  1. You always make a mess.
  2. No worries, mate. It''s just a little spill.
  3. This is why I don''t like eating with you.
  4. What a mess! You should be more careful.

Question 8

The painting, __________ hung in the principal''s office, was stolen last night.

  1. which
  2. who
  3. where
  4. when

Question 9

The comedian was so __________ , he had the whole audience laughing.

  1. patient
  2. funny
  3. creative
  4. logical

Question 10

He spends __________ his free time reading books.

  1. much
  2. most of
  3. many
  4. the most

Choose the word whose underlined part differs from that of the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.

Question 11

  1. desert
  2. sequence
  3. relax
  4. agent

Question 12

  1. successful
  2. exclusive
  3. counsel
  4. desire

Choose the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions.

Question 13

  1. hearing
  2. consent
  3. minute
  4. guidance

Question 14

  1. apartment
  2. strategic
  3. employment
  4. several

Read the following instruction and choose the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 15 to 18.

HOW TO WORK EFFECTIVELY IN A TEAM

1. Listen to and (15) __________ everyone''s ideas.

2. Be responsible (16) __________ your tasks.

3. Communicate (17) __________ with your team members.

4. Work together towards (18) __________ common goal.

Question 15

  1. criticize
  2. ignore
  3. dismiss
  4. respect

Question 16

  1. with
  2. to
  3. for
  4. about

Question 17

  1. secretly
  2. angrily
  3. clearly
  4. rarely

Question 18

  1. our
  2. x (no article)
  3. the
  4. a

Choose the correct answer to each of the following questions from 19 to 20.

Question 19

Choose the correct order of sentences a, b, and c.

The Punctual Student

Linh is notorious for being late to our English class.

a. She knocked over a stack of books and disrupted the lesson.

b. With a dramatic sigh, Linh announced, "I love being on time!"

c. One morning, Linh rushed into class a full ten minutes late.

  1. c - a - b
  2. a - c - b
  3. c - b - a
  4. b - a - c

Question 20

Choose the sentence that most appropriately ends the text in Question 19.

  1. The teacher sighed, wishing Linh would be more punctual.
  2. From that day on, Linh was always early for class.
  3. Everyone laughed, recognizing her obvious sarcasm about her tardiness.
  4. Linh smiled sheepishly, hoping no one noticed her lateness.

Choose the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 21 to 26.

💧 Why We Need to Save Water

Water is essential for life, but many people waste it without a second thought. (21) __________ are many reasons why we need to conserve this precious resource. Firstly, water (22) __________ increasingly scarce in many parts of the world due to drought and overuse. This shortage (23) __________ severe consequences for agriculture, industry, and even our daily lives.

Secondly, saving water helps to protect the environment. Taking shorter showers and fixing leaky faucets (24) __________ reduce the amount of water we take from rivers and lakes, leaving more for plants and animals. (25) __________, treating wastewater requires a lot of energy, so using less water can help reduce pollution and combat climate change. (26) __________ we all do our part to conserve water, we can ensure a healthier planet for future generations.

Question 21

  1. That
  2. This
  3. They
  4. There

Question 22

  1. becoming
  2. to become
  3. become
  4. is becoming

Question 23

  1. having
  2. can have
  3. are having
  4. have

Question 24

  1. ought
  2. must
  3. should
  4. can

Question 25

  1. Although
  2. Moreover
  3. However
  4. Because

Question 26

  1. If
  2. So
  3. Despite
  4. Unless

Choose the sentence that is CLOSEST in meaning to the original sentence in each of the following questions.

Question 27

"We will visit our grandparents the day after tomorrow," the children said.

  1. The children said they would visit their grandparents two days later.
  2. The children said they will visit their grandparents two days later.
  3. The children said they would visit their grandparents the day after tomorrow.
  4. The children said we would visit our grandparents two days later.

Question 28

I prefer learning English through songs.

  1. I''d rather learn English through songs than through textbooks.
  2. I''d like learning English through songs than textbooks.
  3. I am prefer to learning English through songs.
  4. I like to learning English through songs more than.

Choose the sentence that is made from the given cues in each of the following questions.

Question 29

I / glance / watch / realize / it / get / late.

  1. I glanced at my watch and realized it was getting late.
  2. I glanced on my watch and realized it was getting late.
  3. I glanced at my watch and realized it got late.
  4. I glanced at my watch and realized it was going late.

Question 30

I / look / day / robots / do / chores.

  1. I am looking forwards to day when robots can do all of chores.
  2. I looking forward the day when robots can do all chores.
  3. I am looking forward to the day when robots can do all the chores.
  4. I am look forward to the day when robots can doing all the chores.

Read the following passage and choose the correct answer to each of the following questions from 31 to 36.

The invention of the printing press by Johannes Gutenberg in the 15th century revolutionized communication and knowledge dissemination in Europe. Before this groundbreaking invention, books were painstakingly copied by hand, making them expensive and accessible only to the elite, such as wealthy individuals and religious institutions.

The printing press enabled the mass production of books, significantly lowering their cost and making them available to a much wider audience. This accessibility of knowledge facilitated a surge in literacy rates, as more people could afford books and learn to read. The spread of literacy, in turn, fueled intellectual curiosity and critical thinking, laying the groundwork for the Renaissance.

Furthermore, the printing press played a crucial role in challenging the authority of established institutions. The ability to produce multiple copies of texts allowed for the rapid dissemination of new ideas and dissenting opinions, weakening the control previously held by the Church and ruling elite over information.

In conclusion, the printing press revolutionized European society, democratizing knowledge, empowering individuals, and ultimately paving the way for profound social and cultural transformations. Its impact continues to resonate today, highlighting the enduring power of accessible information in shaping our world.

Question 31

What is the main topic of the reading passage?

  1. The history of bookmaking.
  2. The life of Johannes Gutenberg.
  3. The impact of the printing press on European society.
  4. The rise of the Renaissance.

Question 32

The word "dissemination" in paragraph 1 is CLOSEST in meaning to __________.

  1. creation
  2. storage
  3. spreading
  4. limitation

Question 33

What does the writer use to support the claim that the printing press led to a surge in literacy?

  1. historical examples
  2. personal opinions
  3. statistical data
  4. cause and effect

Question 34

Which of these is NOT mentioned as a consequence of the printing press?

  1. Challenge to authority
  2. Increased religious control
  3. Spread of literacy
  4. Mass production of books

Question 35

According to the passage, how did the printing press empower individuals?

  1. By giving them access to knowledge.
  2. By making them wealthier.
  3. By connecting them with others.
  4. By allowing them to become writers.

Question 36

The word "profound" in paragraph 4 is OPPOSITE in meaning to __________.

  1. significant
  2. fundamental
  3. superficial
  4. substantial

Four phrases/sentences have been removed from the text below. For each question, choose A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 37 to 40.

Rising sea levels are a significant consequence of climate change, posing a serious threat to coastal communities and ecosystems worldwide. (37) __________ is the melting of glaciers and ice sheets due to rising global temperatures. As these massive ice formations melt at an accelerated rate, they release vast amounts of water into the oceans, causing sea levels to rise.

(38) __________. Thermal expansion occurs as ocean water absorbs heat from the atmosphere, causing the water molecules to expand in volume. This phenomenon is responsible for about one-third of the observed sea-level rise over the past few decades.

The impacts of rising sea levels are already being felt in many coastal regions. Coastal erosion is intensifying, leading to the loss of valuable land, infrastructure, and ecosystems. (39) __________, displacing millions of people and causing widespread economic damage.

Addressing the challenge of rising sea levels requires a multifaceted approach. Reducing greenhouse gas emissions through a transition to cleaner energy sources is crucial to mitigate further warming. Additionally, investing in coastal protection measures, such as seawalls and mangrove restoration, can help adapt to the already unavoidable impacts. (40) __________ to this pressing global issue.

A. Another significant factor contributing to sea-level rise is the thermal expansion of seawater.

B. Low-lying coastal areas are particularly vulnerable to flooding

C. International cooperation is essential in finding sustainable solutions

D. A major contributor to this phenomenon

Question 37

  1. A
  2. B
  3. C
  4. D

Question 38

  1. A
  2. B
  3. C
  4. D

Question 39

  1. A
  2. B
  3. C
  4. D

Question 40

  1. A
  2. B
  3. C
  4. D

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