Đề Tiếng Anh thi thử vào lớp 10 Hà Nội năm 2025- Mã đề thi HN-69
Read the following sign or notice and choose the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Question 1
You are walking into a museum. You see this sign on the floor near a special exhibit. What does this sign mean?
- Watch your step.
- Black and red are not allowed.
- Do not wear shoes.
- Do not walk in this area.
Question 2
What happens if you cancel your appointment very close to the scheduled time?
Rescheduling your appointment less than 24 hours in advance may result in a cancellation fee.- Your appointment will be automatically cancelled.
- You will have difficulty booking future appointments.
- You will need to provide a reason for cancelling.
- You might have to pay a fee.
Choose the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Question 3
The air was filled with the __________ aroma of freshly baked bread and roasted meat during the food festival.
- distant
- tantalizing
- familiar
- enormous
Question 4
They __________ volleyball with their classmates after school.
- plays
- is playing
- are play
- play
Question 5
Dolphins are __________ than goldfish.
- bigger
- big
- as big
- biggest
Question 6
The world __________ a more peaceful place if everyone __________ tolerance and understanding.
- would be - practiced
- is - will practice
- will be - practices
- would be - will practice
Question 7
Hoa and Sophie are discussing their favorite music artists.
Hoa: "I''m not sure I understand the appeal of this singer. Their music seems a bit repetitive."
Sophie: "__________"
- That''s a terrible thing to say! They are an amazing singer.
- You just don''t have good taste in music then, do you?
- I get what you mean. Their music isn''t for everyone, but I enjoy their style.
- Everyone loves them, so you must be wrong.
Question 8
All __________ glitters is not gold.
- whom
- what
- which
- that
Question 9
The horror movie was so __________ that I had nightmares for a week.
- calming
- relaxing
- funny
- terrifying
Question 10
We need __________ volunteers to help set up.
- more couple
- couple more of
- a couple more
- a couple of more
Choose the word whose underlined part differs from that of the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
Question 11
- teacher
- colleague
- disease
- sweetheart
Question 12
- constantly
- vegetable
- instruction
- substance
Choose the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions.
Question 13
- achieve
- status
- sandwich
- banker
Question 14
- translation
- illustrate
- correction
- objection
Read the following instruction and choose the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 15 to 18.
HOW TO HANDLE ARGUMENTS EFFECTIVELY
1. If someone makes you angry, it''s better to wait a few minutes (15) __________ responding right away.
2. Consider (16) __________ viewpoint of the other person and the reasons for their frustration.
3. Avoid (17) __________ the other person, and instead, express your own emotions and requirements clearly and calmly using "I" statements.
4. (18) __________ on collaborating to find a resolution that benefits both of you.
Question 15
- during
- after
- before
- while
Question 16
- a
- an
- the
- x (no article)
Question 17
- shouting
- judging
- blaming
- ignoring
Question 18
- Demand
- Focus
- Insist
- Think
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.
Stage Fright
The school talent show had a bittersweet moment.
a. Overwhelmed by stage fright, she forgot the music halfway through.
b. She practiced diligently and dreamt of showcasing her talent.
c. My friend, Trang, was excited to perform her piano piece.
- b - c - a
- c - a - b
- c - b - a
- a - c - b
Question 20
Choose the sentence that most appropriately ends the text in Question 19.
- Some students even offered to help her remember the melody.
- Everyone cheered loudly to encourage her to continue playing.
- The audience waited patiently for her to resume her performance.
- It was heartbreaking to witness her disappointment and tears backstage.
Choose the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 21 to 26.
The Water''s Journey
The water cycle is the continuous journey water takes from the Earth to the sky and back again. It starts with (21) __________ , where the sun heats up water in rivers, lakes and oceans, turning it into vapor. This vapor rises into the atmosphere and cools, forming clouds through (22) __________. As these clouds become full of water droplets, they release the water back to Earth in the form of rain, snow, or hail, a process we call (23) __________ .
This water then flows over the land as runoff, (24) __________ back into rivers, lakes, and oceans. (25) __________ , some water seeps into the ground, becoming groundwater, which can stay there for hundreds of years. (26) __________ the form it takes or where it travels, water is constantly moving and changing, playing a vital role in our planet''s ecosystem.
Question 21
- evaporation
- evaporating
- evaporate
- evaporated
Question 22
- condensed
- condense
- condensation
- to condense
Question 23
- precipitated
- precipitation
- precipitate
- precipitating
Question 24
- flow
- flowed
- to flow
- flowing
Question 25
- Although
- However
- Because
- And
Question 26
- Despite of
- Even though
- In spite of
- No matter
Choose the sentence that is CLOSEST in meaning to the original sentence in each of the following questions.
Question 27
"I''m feeling much better today than yesterday," she told me.
- She told me she is feeling much better today than yesterday.
- She told me she was feeling much better today than the day before.
- She told me she was feeling much better that day than the day before.
- She told me I was feeling much better that day than the day before.
Question 28
We should go to bed early tonight.
- It''s a good idea to go to bed early tonight.
- Why we should go to bed early tonight?
- Let''s not go to bed early tonight.
- How about we go to bed early tonight?
Choose the sentence that is made from the given cues in each of the following questions.
Question 29
You / forget / turn / lights / you / leave / room.
- Don''t forget to turn off the lights when you leave the room.
- Don''t forget to turn the lights off when you leave the room.
- Don''t forget to turn off lights when you leave the room.
- Don''t forget to turn off the lights when you leave out the room.
Question 30
She / plan / take / gap year / high school.
- She''s planning to taking gap year after the high school.
- She''s plan on taking a gap year in high school.
- She planning take a gap year behind high school.
- She''s planning on taking a gap year after high school.
Read the following passage and choose the correct answer to each of the following questions from 31 to 36.
While sushi is synonymous with Japanese cuisine today, its history is more complex than many realize. Originating not in Japan, but likely in Southeast Asia, sushi began as a method of preserving fish. This early form, called "narezushi," involved fermenting fish with salt and rice for months. The fermented rice was discarded, and only the preserved fish was consumed.
Narezushi made its way to Japan around the 8th century and remained a staple for centuries. During the Muromachi period (14th-16th century), people began to eat the fermented rice along with the fish. This change marked a significant shift in taste and paved the way for the sushi we know today.
The Edo period (17th-19th century) saw the birth of "haya-zushi" in Edo (present-day Tokyo). This faster, more convenient sushi involved vinegared rice and fresh fish, eliminating the lengthy fermentation process. It became a popular street food and laid the foundation for modern sushi preparation.
Today, sushi enjoys global popularity, evolving with countless variations and fusions. From traditional nigiri and maki to modern innovations, the journey of sushi exemplifies the dynamic nature of food and its capacity to adapt and transform across cultures and time.
Question 31
What is the main topic of the passage?
- The cultural impact of sushi worldwide.
- Different types of sushi in Japanese cuisine.
- The history and evolution of sushi.
- How to prepare traditional Japanese sushi.
Question 32
The word "staple" in paragraph 2 is CLOSEST in meaning to __________.
- basic food
- special occasion dish
- rare delicacy
- imported ingredient
Question 33
What innovation occurred during the Edo period?
- The spread of sushi to other Southeast Asian countries.
- The introduction of fermentation to preserve fish.
- The practice of eating fermented rice with fish.
- The creation of "haya-zushi" using vinegared rice and fresh fish.
Question 34
Which of these is NOT mentioned as a stage in the evolution of sushi?
- Eating fermented rice with the fish.
- Using vinegared rice and fresh fish.
- Consuming only fermented fish.
- Using special knives for sushi preparation.
Question 35
What is the author''s attitude towards the future of sushi?
- The author believes sushi will continue to change and adapt.
- The author thinks sushi will lose popularity over time.
- The author predicts a decline in the variety of sushi.
- The author suggests traditional sushi will become dominant again.
Question 36
The word "eliminating" in paragraph 3 is OPPOSITE in meaning to __________.
- introducing
- removing
- reducing
- stopping
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.
Video games have evolved from simple pixelated graphics to immersive experiences, becoming a dominant form of entertainment. (37) __________ is their ability to provide an escape from reality. Players can step into the shoes of fantasy heroes, explore vast digital worlds, and experience adventures beyond the confines of their everyday lives. This escapism can be a valuable tool for stress relief and relaxation.
Moreover, video games can foster creativity and problem-solving skills. Many games require strategic thinking, resource management, and quick reflexes. (38) __________. For example, puzzle games challenge players to think critically and find creative solutions, while role-playing games often present moral dilemmas and require players to make choices that impact the game''s narrative.
(39) __________, demonstrating the educational potential of this interactive medium. Games can teach history, geography, science, and even coding concepts in an engaging and interactive way. By transforming learning into a playful experience, video games can make acquiring knowledge more enjoyable and effective.
In conclusion, video games offer a powerful combination of entertainment and intellectual stimulation. (40) __________, they have the potential to inspire creativity, enhance problem-solving abilities, and even facilitate learning in an engaging manner.
A. Beyond their entertainment value
B. One of the main attractions of video games
C. These challenges can hone cognitive skills and encourage out-of-the-box thinking.
D. Educational games are gaining popularity
Question 37
- A
- B
- C
- D
Question 38
- A
- B
- C
- D
Question 39
- A
- B
- C
- D
Question 40
- A
- B
- C
- D