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UBND HUYỆN NÚI THÀNH KIỂM TRA GIỮA KỲ I NĂM HỌC 2024 - 2025
TRƯỜNG THCS LÊ LỢI MÔN: TIẾNG ANH - LỚP 9
Thời gian:60 phút (không kể thời gian giao đề)
A. LANGUAGE COMPONENTS:(3,0 pts)
I. Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from that of the others. (0.5 pt.)
1. A. carry
B. garbage
C. landmark
D. artisan
2. A. crowded
B. shower
C. slow
D. brown
II/ Choose the letter A, B, C or D next to the word(s) which best completes each sentence(2,5
pts)
3.
Tourists to Hoi An often buy traditional _________ such as lanterns or souvenirs.
A. specialities
B. clothes
C. bottles
4. We should not throw trash in the river to ____________ water pollution.
A. carry out
B. hand down
C. cut down on
D. find out
5. The flight to Phu Quoc was _________because of the bad weather 3 hours ago.
A. managed
B. delayed
C. joined
D. accomplished
6. Lucy met the school _____________ to ask for advice on how to manage time better.
A. parents
B. counsellor
C. students
D. children
7. "I don't know ______________ to solve this problem."
A. what
B. where
C. who
D. how
8. "If it rains tomorrow, we ______________ stay indoors."
A. should
B. will
C. can
D. might
9. A healthy lifestyle requires you to look___ _______your body and mind.
A. up B. for C. after D. at
10. The teacher gave a ______ explanation
A. clearing
B. clarity
C. clear
D. clearly
11. ______ you study for these exams, the more you will do.
A. The harder B. The more hard C. The hardest D. harder
12. - Tom: “Would you like me to write a note for Ms. Hoa?” - Tim: “__________”
A. You're welcome B. That's a good idea
C. Yes. I would like D. Thank you. That's so kind of you.
B. READING: (2.5 pts)
Part 1: Read the text and choose the suitable word from the box to fill in the blank of the text.
(1.5 pts)
In my neighborhood, there are (13) __________nice places to check out. There is a small
park for children to play and for families to have picnics. It has a playground with swings and
slides for kids to enjoy. Near the park, there is a cozy café to (14) __________ out and relax with
delicious coffee and cakes. People often drop by to chat with friends. We also have a grocery store
to pick (15) _________fresh fruits, vegetables, and other daily needs. Next to the store is a bakery
to grab tasty bread(16) __________ pastries every morning. There is also a community center
where people can join different classes and activities, (17) __________ yoga and art, to work out
and have fun. Finally, we have a (18) _______with lots of books and a quiet space for people to
sit down and read. These places make our neighborhood a wonderful place to live.
Part 2: Read the passage carefully and do the tasks below: (1,0 pt)
Managing your time well is very important for keeping a good balance in life. Using a
planner or a digital calendar helps you keep track of your tasks and activities. Write down
everything you need to do, from homework to social events. This way, you can see what needs to
be done and when, helping you stay organized. Big tasks can feel overwhelming, so break them
into smaller, easier parts. For example, if you have a big project, you might work on a little bit
and hang up library like many
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each day instead of trying to do it all at once. This makes the work more manageable. When
planning your tasks, set deadlines you can meet. Don’t try to do too much in a short time. Give
yourself enough time to finish each task without rushing. Make a list of what needs to be done
first. Do the most important things first, then move on to the less important ones. Planning ahead
can help you avoid last-minute stress. If you have a test coming up, you should start studying a
little each day instead of waiting until the night before. By following these simple tips, you can
manage your time better and achieve a balanced life.
*Notes: cram (v): nhồi, nhét; track of (pr.v): theo dõi
A. Read the text again and mark True(T)or False(F):(0,5 pt)
19. Using a planner can help you keep track of both homework and social events. ______
20. It is recommended to cram for a test the night before instead of studying a little. _______ _
B. Read the text again and answer the following questions: (0,5 pt)
21. Do you think using a planner or digital calendar helps manage time better?
→ ________________________________________________________________________
22 What is important for keeping a good balance in life?
→ ________________________________________________________________________
C. WRITING: (2,5 pts)
Part 1: Choose A, B, C or D which is not correct in standard English: (0,5pt):
23. Safer a city is, the more liveable it becomes.
A B C D
24. I’ve passed down with a cold. I have a runny nose and a sore throat.
A B C D
Part 2: Rewrite the sentences so as its meaning keeps unchanged: (1,0 pt):
25. My son decided to spend less time playing games. (Using CUT DOWN ON)
→ My son ___________________________________________________________________
26. The joke is good. The laughter is loud.
→ The better _________________________________________________________________
27. You may get a good job. You are good at English and IT.
→If _________________________________________________________________________
28. Please tell me how I can get to the bus station. (Question word + To-inf)
→ Please _____________________________________________________________________
Part 3: C. Write complete sentences from the words given.( 1,0 pt)
29. Last night, they/ decided / hang/ at the cinema / instead / a coffee shop.
→ _________________________________________________________________________
30. They/ not/ know how/ preserve/ natural beauty/ their region.
→ __________________________________________________________________________
D. LISTENING: (2.0 pts)
PART 1: Listen to the special programme from An Binh commune radio station and Write T
(True) or F (False)(1pt)
31. Mi won the second prize in the writing contest called “My favourite community helper”. __
32. Mr. Vinh usually wears a red uniform with reflective stripes. __
33. Mr. Vinh arrives at Mi's neighbourhood at 06:00 p.m. every day. __
34. Mr Vinh is a tall and heavy man. __
PART 2: Listen to a telephone conversation between two friends about their trip to a craft
village. Fill each of the gaps in the notes with no more than TWO words or a number. (1pt)
A trip to Chuông Village - It’s a craft village famous for making conical hats.
Location: Phuong Trung Commune, Thanh Oai District.
Distance: (35) _________________ kilometres from Ha Noi centre;
Activities: learning to make (36)_________________; going around the village;
Means of transport: by (37) _______________Date: (38) ______________.
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