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ĐỀ KHẢO SÁT CHẤT LƯỢNG LỚP 9
NĂM HỌC: 2025-2026
MÔN: TIẾNG ANH
Thời gian làm bài: 60 phút
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Read the following text and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase
that best fits each the numbered blanks.
PROBLEMS WITH ECO-TOURISM
While eco-tourism is often regarded (1) ______ the best way to minimize our negative impacts on
the environment, it may also lead to unintended consequences for local people and wildlife. When tourists
visit pristine nature spots to interact with wild animals, they may accidentally damage their natural
habitats. In addition, many remote destinations require long-distance travel by car or plane, which (2)
______ a vast amount of fuel and increases carbon emissions.
Furthermore, eco-tourism might not significantly benefit the local (3) ______. This is because
many hotels are often owned by international corporations, meaning that the profits do not stay within the
community. Besides, the sudden arrival of wealthy tourists may increase the (4) ______ of living in a
certain area, making daily life more difficult for residents. (5) ______, it is essential for travelers to be
aware of these issues. By choosing services that are truly committed to sustainability, we can ensure that
our trips contribute positively to the places we visit.
Question 1. A. as
B. for
C. by
D. with
Question 2. A. spends
B. takes
C. damages
D. consumes
Question 3. A. economy
B. environment
C. education
D. culture
Question 4. A. price
B. value
C. cost
D. fee
Question 5. A. Therefore
B. However
C. Moreover
D. Although
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct answer to each of the questions.
Greenview City is one of the most modern and vibrant cities in the country. Established over a
century ago, it has grown into a busy urban center known for its skyscrapers, shopping centers, and
cultural landmarks. The city was originally a small trading town, but due to rapid economic growth, it
transformed into a major financial hub.
In the past, Greenview City was famous for its lively markets and community festivals. People
from different places gathered to trade goods and celebrate local traditions. Over time, the city expanded,
and new developments appeared. Public transportation improved, and modern entertainment centers
partly replaced old markets. However, historical areas still remain, preserving the city's rich past.
Today, Greenview City is a top destination for tourists and professionals. The city skyline is filled
with tall buildings, while parks and green spaces provide peaceful spots for residents. Many people
choose to live in Greenview because of its job opportunities, excellent education, and modern lifestyle.
Despite the fast pace of life, the city maintains a balance between tradition and progress.
Greenview City continues to grow and change, welcoming visitors and new residents every year.
It represents the energy and diversity of urban life.
(Adapted from: https://www.esl-lounge.com)
Question 6. The word it in paragraph 1 refers to ______.
A. the festival
B. Greenview City
C. the transportation
D. the market
Question 7. The word expanded in paragraph 2 is OPPOSITE in meaning to ______.
A. developed
B. improved
C. decreased
D. increased
Question 8. Which of the following is NOT true, according to the passage?
A. Modern entertainment centers have entirely taken the place of traditional markets and cultural
activities.
B. Tourists can find the energy and diversity of an urban life in Greenview City.
C. The city offers both busy urban life and peaceful green spaces for its residents.
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D. Greenview City has developed into an important financial center after a period of economic growth.
Question 9. What can be inferred about the development of Greenview City?
A. The city's modernization has been carefully managed to preserve elements of its historical identity.
B. The replacement of old markets shows that economic growth was completely prioritized over
cultural preservation.
C. Most residents are concerned that the city is growing too quickly to maintain a high quality of life.
D. The city's success is mainly due to its ability to attract international tourists.
Question 10. Which of the following can be the best title for the passage?
A. Greenview City: Then and Now
B. The History of Greenview City
C. The Best Shopping Centers in Greenview
D. Greenview City at Night
Question 11. The word hub in paragraph 1 is CLOSEST in meaning to ______.
A. location
B. area
C. key
D. center
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part is
pronounced differently from that of the others in each group.
Question 12. A. workshop
B. answer
C. twenty
D. wildlife
Question 13. A. character
B. facility
C. speciality
D. distraction
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that
completes each of the sentences.
Question 14. A cashier has to do ______ tasks day by day, such as receiving money and printing receipts.
A. repetitive
B. effective
C. decisive
D. creative
Question 15. Families in the past often lived in one-room houses, so they had little ______.
A. understanding
B. time
C. privacy
D. opportunity
Question 16. They didn't like the noisy city centre, so they moved to live _____ the outskirt of Ha Noi.
A. at
B. in
C. of
D. on
Question 17. There is very ______ butter left, so let's go to the supermarket to buy ______.
A. few – some
B. much – any
C. many – little
D. little – some
Question 18. John is still ______ dependent on his parents; he regularly receives money from them.
A. finance
B. financially
C. financial
D. financier
Question 19. A number of books on the shelf ______ lost recently.
A. are
B. have been
C. was
D. has been
Question 20. If you are travelling abroad for the first time, it's better to look for a good travel ______ to
arrange everything for you.
A. attraction
B. agency
C. homestay
D. destination
Question 21. Students are encouraged to ______ responsibility for their own learning.
A. give
B. make
C. do
D. take
Question 22. David advised that Mary ______ her faulty smartwatch to the Service Centre.
A. to bring
B. bringing
C. bring
D. brought
Question 23. If you don' t charge the battery, your device ______ function properly.
A. can't
B. needn't
C. shouldn't
D. mustn't
Question 24. According to his schedule, he ______ an important lecture this Friday afternoon.
A. will have
B. has
C. has had
D. had
Question 25. When her grandfather died, he ______ half of his wealth to her parents and gave half of it to
charity.
A. took over
B. cut off
C. passed down
D. brought out
Read the following advertisement and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to
indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
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Are you looking for an unforgettable experience in Vietnam? Visit Ba Na Hills which offers a
perfect (26) ______ of natural beauty and modern attractions. At an altitude of 1,487 meters, Ba Na Hills
has (27) ______ cool climate all year round and is known for its breathtaking cable car ride. Visitors can
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enjoy exploring the French Village, walking on the famous Golden Bridge, or having fun at Fantasy Park
– one of the biggest indoor (28) ______ parks in Vietnam. Don't miss this chance to experience the
wonderful beauty of Ba Na Hills!
For ticket booking and more details, please contact us at 0988888888. Book now and get ready to
an amazing journey!
Question 26. A. conflict
B. combination
C. separation
D. cooperation
Question 27. A. zero article
B. the
C. an
D. a
Question 28. A. amusingly
B. amusement
C. amusing
D. amuse
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each
pair of sentences in the following questions.
Question 29. We've never visited a more beautiful city than this one before.
A. This is the least beautiful cities we've ever visited.
B. This city isn't as beautiful as those we've ever visited.
C. This is the most beautiful city we've ever visited.
D. No other city we've ever visited are as beautiful than this one.
Question 30. I visited Ha Giang last month. It is a stunning landscape in the Northern mountainous
area.
A. Ha Giang, which I visited it last month, is a stunning landscape in the Northern mountainous area.
B. Ha Giang, where I visited last month, is a stunning landscape in the Northern mountainous area.
C. Ha Giang, which I visited last month, is a stunning landscape in the Northern mountainous area.
D. Ha Giang, that I visited last month, is a stunning landscape in the Northern mountainous area.
Question 31. The speech was very boring. Most of us felt sleepy.
A. The speech was such boring that most of us felt sleepy.
B. The speech was such a boring that most of us felt sleepy.
C. It was so a boring speech that most of us felt sleepy.
D. It was such a boring speech that most of us felt sleepy.
Question 32. I will finish the application form this afternoon. Then I will email it to the club.
A. I will email the application form to the club before I will finish it this afternoon.
B. I will email the application form to the club after I will finish it this afternoon.
C. As soon as I finish the application form this afternoon, I will email it to the club.
D. Before I finish the application form this afternoon, I will email it to the club.
Question 33. Being a construction worker is a physically demanding job. He still wants to pursue it.
A. Since being a construction worker is a physically demanding job, he still wants to pursue it.
B. Although being a construction worker is a physically demanding job, but he still wants to pursue it.
C. Although being a construction worker is a physically demanding job, he still wants to pursue it.
D. Despite being a construction worker is a physically demanding job, he still wants to pursue it.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best arrangement of utterances
to make a meaningful exchange in each of the following questions.
Question 34. a. Ally: That's a smart move! I've also heard that getting enough sleep is super important for
staying healthy.
b. Ally: Hey Brian, I'm trying to improve my eating habits. It's hard to avoid all the sugary stuff, though.
c. Brian: Yeah, sleep makes a huge difference. And maybe we should try to be more active, like going for
walks after school.
d. Brian: I totally get it, Ally. I've been focusing on drinking more water and less soda, which is very
helpful.
A. c-a-d-b
B. b-c-a-d
C. c-b-d-a
D. b-d-a-c
Question 35. a. Minh: I want to be a teacher. I like helping people learn.
b. Quang: What do you want to do in the future?
c. Quang: That sounds great! I want to be a doctor because I like helping people too.
A. b - a – c
B. a - b – c
C. c - b – a
D. b - c - a
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is CLOSEST in
meaning to each of the following questions.
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Question 36. You can have a better travel experience by using digital tools such as AI travel apps to
plan your trip in advance.
A. If you have a better travel experience, you can use digital tools such as AI travel apps to plan your
trip in advance.
B. If you use digital tools such as AI travel apps to plan your trip in advance, you can have a better
travel experience.
C. If you use digital tools such as AI travel apps to plan your trip in advance, you can't have a better
travel experience.
D. Unless you use digital tools such as AI travel apps to plan your trip in advance, you can have a
better travel experience.
Question 37. I am not confident enough to speak in front of a large audience at school.
A. I wish I was not confident enough to speak in front of a large audience at school.
B. I wish I will be confident enough to speak in front of a large audience at school.
C. I wish I am confident enough to speak in front of a large audience at school.
D. I wish I were confident enough to speak in front of a large audience at school.
Question 38. “Where do you usually hang out with your friends?” Nam said to me me.
A. Nam said to me where did I usually hang out with my friends.
B. Nam asked me where I usually hang out with my friends.
C. Nam asked me where do you usually hang out with my friends.
D. Nam asked me where I usually hung out with my friends.
Question 39. As students become more independent, they rely less on their parents for their study.
A. The less independent students become, the less they rely on their parents for their study.
B. The more students become independent , the more they rely on their parents for their study.
C. The more independent students become, the less they rely on their parents for their study.
D. The independent students become, the less they rely on their parents for their study.
Question 40. After I joined the engineering club, I learned how to solve problems in teams.
A. After I joined the engineering club, I learned how to deal with problems in teams.
B. After I joined the engineering club, I learned how to carry out problems in teams.
C. After I joined the engineering club, I learned how to go on problems in teams.
D. After I joined the engineering club, I learned how to give up problems in teams.
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