Đề Tiếng Anh thi thử vào lớp 10 TPHCM năm 2025- Mã đề thi HCM-47
Look at the sign or the notice. Choose the best answer for questions 1 and 2.
Question 1
You are visiting a friend''s house and see this sign on their bathroom sink. What does it mean?
- You are not allowed to use this sink.
- You shouldn''t drink the water from this faucet.
- Don''t wash your hands in this sink.
- You can only use the water for washing, not drinking.
Question 2
What does the sign say?
- You should try to never make mistakes.
- You should view mistakes as opportunities for growth.
- You should ignore your mistakes and move on.
- You should feel ashamed when you make a mistake.
Choose the word / phrase / sentence that best fits the space or best answers the question given in each sentence.
Question 3
Sarah: Volunteering at the animal shelter was rewarding.
Maria: I agree! It felt great to help animals in need, __________ it taught me responsibility.
- and
- yet
- so
- because
Question 4
Sarah: This song always takes me back to my college days.
John: Me too! I remember listening to it __________ hours in the library.
- on
- for
- with
- by
Question 5
Librarian: Can I help you find something?
Student: Yes, I''m looking for books __________ Jane Austen.
- by
- to
- with
- from
Question 6
Sarah: I love the deep __________ of the cello.
Maria: Me too, it''s so rich and full.
- feeling
- shape
- size
- sound
Question 7
John: Did you bring sheet music?
Mary: I have some right here, but __________ over there belongs to the conductor.
- those
- these
- that
- this
Question 8
John: Have you read the new Stephen King?
Mary: Yes, it''s very __________. I couldn''t put it down.
- compelling
- slow
- dull
- predictable
Question 9
Dietician: What made you finally decide to __________ out junk food?
Patient: I realized how much it was impacting my health.
- forget
- avoid
- skip
- cut
Question 10
Teacher: Class, remember that success comes from hard work and __________ .
Student: Yes, teacher!
- equipment
- dedication
- timetable
- uniform
Question 11
Maria: Do you read the news every day?
John: __________
- I am read.
- No, I not.
- Yes, I does.
- I try to.
Question 12
Jack: __________
Rose: Yeah, front row seats! Can you believe it?
- I can''t believe they canceled the show.
- Have you ever heard of this band before?
- Let''s try to get backstage passes.
- I got the concert tickets!
Question 13
Which word has the underlined part pronounced differently from that of the others?
- publish
- himself
- decide
- instead
Question 14
Which word has the underlined part pronounced differently from that of the others?
- increasing
- design
- somebody
- assumption
Question 15
Which word has a different stress pattern from that of the others?
- princess
- dining
- emerge
- comfort
Question 16
Which word has a different stress pattern from that of the others?
- obvious
- appearance
- recover
- awareness
Choose the word that best fits each space in the following passage
Hey Max,
Guess what! I finally finished that online (17) __________ course we were talking about! It was tough, but I learned (18) __________ of cool stuff about video editing. The instructor was really (19) __________ and kept the lessons interesting with lots of examples. I''m (20) __________ using what I learned to make a funny video of our trip to the beach last summer. Remember all those (21) __________ videos we took? I think you''re going to love it! I''ll send it to you (22) __________ I''m done.
See you soon,
Jake
Question 17
- sharing
- editing
- watching
- making
Question 18
- little
- a lot
- much
- many
Question 19
- scary
- boring
- engaging
- confusing
Question 20
- rarely
- always
- currently
- never
Question 21
- boring
- sad
- hilarious
- long
Question 22
- because
- if
- although
- when
Read the following brochure of a mindfulness workshop. 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.
Discover Inner Peace: A Mindfulness Workshop
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the relentless pace of modern life? Learn to cultivate inner peace and navigate daily stress through the transformative power of mindfulness.
Our workshop offers a welcoming space to explore:
- Gentle yoga and mindful movement to ground and center yourself.
- Guided meditation techniques to calm the mind and enhance self-awareness.
- Practical tools for managing stress, anxiety, and difficult emotions.
- Group discussions and sharing to foster connection and support.
Workshop Details:
- Date: August 10th & 11th, 2024
- Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM daily
- Location: Serene Haven Retreat Center, 123 Tranquility Lane
- Comfortable clothing is recommended. Yoga mats and cushions are provided.
Registration:
- $150 per person (Includes vegetarian lunches and refreshments)
- Early bird discount: $125 for registrations before July 20th, 2024.
- Register online at: www.discoverinnerpeace.com
Contact:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: (555) 555-5555
Question 23
The workshop is designed for people who wish to cope with stress.
- True
- False
Question 24
Participants will learn how to do yoga professionally.
- True
- False
Question 25
People can share their experiences with others at the workshop.
- True
- False
Question 26
It costs $125 to register for the workshop on July 19th, 2024.
- True
- False
Question 27
People who want to join this workshop __________.
- must have some experience
- have to bring their own mats
- should wear comfy clothes
- need to pay by cash only
Question 28
All of the following information is provided in the brochure EXCEPT __________.
- Participants will receive course completion certificates.
- The workshop will take place over a weekend.
- Meditation is one of the workshop''s activities.
- People can make contact via email or by phone.
Use the correct form of the word given in each sentence.
Question 29
The landscape changed __________ as we drove further into the mountains. (drama)
Question 30
Students need a __________ score to pass the exam. (minimize)
Question 31
The defendant, visibly nervous, leaned in to speak with his __________. (law)
Question 32
Energy __________ is crucial for protecting our environment. (conserve)
Question 33
The ship on the horizon became __________ through the fog. (visibility)
Question 34
They tried to change the public''s __________ image of their company. (perceive)
Look at the entry of the word "indication" in a dictionary. Use what you can get from the entry to complete the sentences with two or three words.
Type: noun
Syllables: in-di-ca-tion
UK: /ˌɪn.dɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/
US: /ˌɪn.dəˈkeɪ.ʃən/
Definition: A sign that something exists, is true, or is likely to happen.
Examples:
- There is no clear indication of who wrote the letter.
- The expression on her face gave no indication of her feelings.
- Dark clouds are a sure indication that it's going to rain.
- A rise in unemployment is often seen as an early indication of an economic slowdown.
Question 35
The way she smiled was a __________ that she was happy with how things were going.
Question 36
Economists are looking for __________ of an economic recovery.
Rewrite each of the following sentences in another way so that it means almost the same as the sentence printed before it.
Question 37
He loves playing basketball on weekends. ➡ He enjoys __________
Question 38
Susan is taller than any other student in her class. ➡ No other student __________
Question 39
The meeting has been postponed until next week. ➡ They postponed __________
Question 40
I find it hard to wake up early in the morning. ➡ I have difficulty __________