Đề Tiếng Anh thi thử vào lớp 10 TPHCM năm 2025- Mã đề thi HCM-169
Look at the sign or the notice. Choose the best answer for questions 1 and 2.
Question 1
You''re helping your neighbor choose a birthday gift for their one-year-old. You see this sign on a toy. What does it tell you?
- You shouldn''t buy this toy because it''s not meant for kids under three.
- You need three batteries to make this toy work.
- Three children can play with this toy at the same time.
- The toy is discounted by three dollars.
Question 2
What does the sign say?
- You will improve your studying by taking better notes.
- You can share your notes on social media.
- You should meditate to clear your mind.
- You must become superpowered to take good notes.
Choose the word / phrase / sentence that best fits the space or best answers the question given in each sentence.
Question 3
Sarah: I love playing Scrabble online, __________ it''s hard to find people who enjoy a good challenge.
Tom: I know what you mean! Many players quit if they start losing.
- but
- and
- so
- for
Question 4
Mark: Wow, you really know this song by heart!
Kelly: Sure do! I''ve been singing along __________ it since I was a kid.
- for
- to
- with
- by
Question 5
Sarah: Did you hear about the protest?
John: Yes, I read about it __________ the newspaper.
- in
- by
- at
- on
Question 6
Mark: I need a new __________ for this belt. The old one broke.
Shopkeeper: Certainly, sir. We have a wide variety of buckles to choose from.
- buckle
- fastener
- loop
- hole
Question 7
John: Do you think those newspapers are biased in their reporting?
Mary: __________ over there? I haven''t read them enough to know.
- Those
- This
- That
- These
Question 8
Mindy: Your new handbag is very __________.
Jill: Thanks! I got it at that new boutique downtown.
- dull
- square
- chic
- round
Question 9
Sarah: We need to find solutions for climate change.
John: I agree. We can''t just __________ away from our responsibility.
- hide
- run
- shy
- escape
Question 10
Sarah: Some people find snowy days depressing. What about you?
Michael: For me, snow evokes a sense of __________ and wonder.
- logic
- reality
- magic
- despair
Question 11
Liam: The penguins are so cute!
Emma: __________
- Yes, they''res!
- Yes, they is!
- Yes, they does!
- Yes, they are!
Question 12
Sarah: __________
Emily: I agree, she''s the best part of the whole show!
- The comedic timing of that actress is just perfect.
- Her character seems a bit underdeveloped.
- The storyline is getting a little predictable.
- I wonder what other shows she''s been in.
Question 13
Which word has the underlined part pronounced differently from that of the others?
- stumble
- unknown
- refuse
- summer
Question 14
Which word has the underlined part pronounced differently from that of the others?
- personal
- second
- confusion
- herself
Question 15
Which word has a different stress pattern from that of the others?
- reading
- feature
- racial
- debate
Question 16
Which word has a different stress pattern from that of the others?
- institute
- advisor
- motivate
- frequently
Choose the word that best fits each space in the following passage
Hey Sarah,
Did you hear about that (17) __________ story about the dog rescuing the little boy from the well? I saw it on the news this morning, and it was so (18) __________! Apparently, the boy was playing in his backyard and fell into the well, but his dog started barking like crazy and alerted the family. It''s (19) __________ me thinking about how amazing animals can be. Have you seen any (20) __________ news stories lately? We should definitely (21) __________ about it at school tomorrow. There are (22) __________ things happening in the world, it''s always interesting to share!
See you tomorrow,
Emily
Question 17
- long
- boring
- incredible
- silly
Question 18
- confusing
- scary
- heartwarming
- dangerous
Question 19
- put
- took
- made
- got
Question 20
- other
- much
- few
- many
Question 21
- write
- read
- chat
- study
Question 22
- always
- below
- rarely
- never
Read the following brochure of an online shopping platform. Decide whether the statements from 23 to 26 are True or False and choose the correct answer to complete the statements in the question 27 and 28.
Welcome to ShopSmart! Your One-Stop Shop for Everything!
Shop from the comfort of your home with ShopSmart, your ultimate online shopping destination! We offer a wide variety of products from trusted brands, competitive prices, and a seamless shopping experience.
Why Choose ShopSmart?
- Extensive Selection: Discover a vast catalog spanning electronics, fashion, home appliances, and more.
- Best Price Guarantee: We offer competitive prices and regular discounts to ensure you get the best value.
- Secure and Easy Shopping: Enjoy a safe and user-friendly platform with secure payment options.
- Fast and Reliable Delivery: We partner with reliable couriers to ensure timely delivery right to your doorstep.
- 24/7 Customer Support: Our dedicated customer support team is available round the clock to assist you.
Exclusive Benefits for ShopSmart Members:
Sign up for a free ShopSmart account to unlock exclusive benefits like:
- Order tracking
- Personalized recommendations
- Exclusive deals and discounts
- Faster checkout process
Start Shopping Today!
Visit our website or download the ShopSmart app and embark on a world of convenient and enjoyable online shopping.
Question 23
ShopSmart guarantees the lowest prices on the market for all products.
- True
- False
Question 24
Shoppers can get help from the customer service team at any time of the day.
- True
- False
Question 25
Customers need to pay a fee to sign up for a ShopSmart account.
- True
- False
Question 26
ShopSmart delivers products to customers'' houses.
- True
- False
Question 27
According to this brochure, ShopSmart allows shoppers to __________.
- return products for free
- contact sellers directly
- track their orders after purchasing
- sell their old items online
Question 28
All of the following statements are mentioned in the brochure EXCEPT __________.
- ShopSmart has a wide selection of products.
- ShopSmart provides a safe shopping experience.
- ShopSmart offers membership benefits.
- ShopSmart offers free international shipping.
Use the correct form of the word given in each sentence.
Question 29
The studio hired a Grammy-winning music __________. (produce)
Question 30
Understanding quantum physics is a __________ process. (complicate)
Question 31
Our __________ efforts resulted in a successful charity event. (collect)
Question 32
Families __________ gather for dinner at 7 pm. (typical)
Question 33
Meeting the entry __________ is crucial for university admission. (require)
Question 34
Her __________ approach calmed the angry customer. (diplomacy)
Look at the entry of the word "instance" in a dictionary. Use what you can get from the entry to complete the sentences with two or three words.
Type: countable noun
Syllables: in-stance
UK: /ˈɪn.stəns/
US: /ˈɪn.stəns/
Definition: A particular example or single occurrence of something.
Examples:
- There have been several instances of violence in the school.
- This is a classic instance of bad planning.
- In this instance, I think she's made the wrong decision.
- Can you cite any other instances of this behavior?
Question 35
__________, the team''s strategy worked perfectly.
Question 36
The report lists numerous __________ fraud within the company.
Rewrite each of the following sentences in another way so that it means almost the same as the sentence printed before it.
Question 37
Although he was tired, he finished his homework. ➡ He finished __________
Question 38
Jane always gets up early in the morning. ➡ Jane is used __________
Question 39
The teacher asked the students to close their books. ➡ "Close your books," __________
Question 40
The park is a great place to relax. ➡ It is great __________