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ĐỀ LUYỆN 49
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KÌ THI TUYỂN SINH VÀO LỚP 10 THPT TỪ NĂM HỌC 2025 - 2026
ĐỀ THI MÔN: TIẾNG ANH
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Họ và tên thí sinh:……………………………………..………………………………………………. SBD:…………………………
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the
following questions from 1 to 12.
Question 1. Linda ______ her lessons for her coming test when she came across that interesting quote.
A. revises
B. was revising
C. has revised
D. revised
Question 2. The South is said to be ______ than the North and to contribute more to the GDP.
A. industrialized
B. as industrialized C. so industrialized D. more industrialized
Question 3. As she is new to the job I would ask you to ______ her for the time being.
A. look after at
B. consider in mind C. keep an eye on
D. spare an eye at
Question 4. The boss scolded Laura ______ that minor mistake. He now feels really bad about it
A. from
B. about
C. with
D. for
Question 5. If you wear a suit to the party, you ______ out like a sore thumb.
A. would stand
B. stand
C. will stand
D. stood
Question 6. Betty willingly promised ______ after my little dog when I went on business in June.
A. to look
B. looking
C. looked
D. look
Question 7. He has no difficulty in ______ into use the perfect plans his friends have prepared for him.
A. lending
B. taking
C. putting
D. heading
Question 8. - Peter: “______ do you master the vocabulary?” - Mary: “I make sentences with them.”
A. What   
B. When
C. Who                 
D. How
Question 9. Can you tell me about the ______ process to tertiary study in Vietnam?
A. apply
B. applicable
C. application
D. applicant
Question 10. Anne speaks terrible English. She wishes she ______ English well.
A. spoke
B. will speak
C. had spoken
D. speaks
Question 11. The poor child was in floods of ______ because his bicycle had been stolen.
A. tears
B. sorrow
C. sadness
D. upset
Question 12. He went to ______ university in his neighborhood to realize his dream.
A. a
B. an
C. the
D. 0 (no article)
Read the following leaflet 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 from 13 to 18.
How to Budget Your Finances
 Master Your Money: Budgeting Tips for Financial Success: Creating and sticking to a budget is a
vital part of (13) ______ your finances. Here's how to get started:
 Track Your Spending: (14) ______ down all your expenses for a month to understand where
your money is going.
 Set a Budget: (15) ______ paying for unnecessary items, categorize your expenses into needs
(e.g., rent, utilities) and wants (e.g., dining out, entertainment).
 Set Financial Goals: Whether it's saving for a vacation, paying off debt, or building (16) ______
emergency fund, having clear goals helps guide your budget.
 Pay Yourself First: Allocate a portion of your income to savings before spending on (17) ______
items.
 Avoid Impulse Purchases: Stick to your list (18) ______ shopping and avoid purchasing
unnecessary items
Question 13. A. managing
B. controlling
C. working
D. preparing
Question 14. A. Read
B. Write
C. Plan
D. Speak
Question 15. A. In place of B. In conclusion
C. In danger
D. Instead of
Question 16. A. little
B. much
C. each
D. many
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Question 17. A. no-essence B. not-essential
Question 18. A. when
B. where

C. not-essence
C. which

D. non-essential
D. that

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the
utterances to make a meaningful exchange or text in each of the following questions from 19 to 23.
Question 19. a. Phong: Good! I've heard that you're moving to the US. I wish you all the best of luck.
b. Neighbour: Thank you so much.
c. Neighbour: How have things been recently, Phong?
A. c-a-b
B. c-b-a
C. a-b-c
D. b-a-c
Question 20. a. Mi: Why don't you give it a go? You will like it.
b. Tom: Ok, I'll think about that.
c. Tom: Not yet. I don't feel like reading it.
d. Mi: Have you read this book about the Earth's habitats?
A. d-c-a-b
B. c-d-a-b
C. d-a-b-c
D. c-a-b-d
Question 21. Dear All Joiners,
a. It will take place at the main conference room from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
b. I wanted to send a quick reminder about the seminar scheduled for this Friday.
c. Thank you for your attention to this.
d. Please come prepared with any questions or topics you'd like to discuss.
Best regards,
A. b-a-d-c
B. d-a-c-b
C. c-d-a-b
D. a-d-c-b
Question 22. a. I enjoy experimenting with new recipes and ingredients, trying to recreate my
favorite dishes from restaurants.
b. Cooking can be time-consuming, but it's often more rewarding than ordering
takeout.
c. Cooking at home has become a hobby and necessity for me over the years.
d. It's also a way to ensure I'm eating healthy, as I can control the ingredients and
portion sizes.
e. Plus, it's a great way to relax and be creative after a long day.
A. e-b-a-d-c
B. c-a-d-b-e
C. b-d-c-a-e
D. d-b-a-e-c
Question 23. a. In conclusion, my interest in technology not only fuels my creativity but also inspires
me to pursue a career in this ever-evolving field. I believe that embracing technology
can lead to incredible opportunities and innovations.
b. My passion for technology began at a young age when I first used a computer.
c. I also enjoy staying updated on the latest tech trends through blogs and podcasts.
d. I love exploring new gadgets and software, always eager to learn how they work.
e. Coding has become one of my favorite hobbies, as it allows me to create my own
projects and solve problems.
A. c- d- c-a-b
B. a-c-b-d-e
C. b-d-e-c-a
D. c-e-b-d-a
Read the following passage 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 from 24 to 30.
Long ago prehistoric man began to domesticate a number of wild plants and animals for his
own use. This not only provided a more abundant food source but also allowed more people to live on
a smaller plot of ground. We tend to forget that all of our present-day pets, livestock, and food plants
were taken from the wild and developed into the forms we know today.
As centuries passed and human cultures evolved and blossomed, humans began to organise
their knowledge of nature into the broad field of natural history. One aspect of early natural history
concerned the use of plants for drugs and medicine. The early herbalists sometimes overworked their
imaginations in this respect. For example, it was widely believed that a plant or part of a plant that
resembles an internal organ would cure ailments of that organ. Thus, an extract made from a heartshaped leaf might be prescribed for a person suffering from heart problems.
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Nevertheless, the overall contributions of these early observers provided the rudiments of our
present knowledge of drugs and their uses.
Question 24. What does this passage mainly discuss?
A. Cures from plants
B. The beginning of natural history
C. Prehistoric man
D. Early plants and animals
Question 25. Domestication of plants and animals probably occurred because of ______.
A. act of wild animals and plant
B. the need for more readily available food
C. early man's power as a hunter
D. the desire of prehistoric man to be nomadic
Question 26. The word “This” in paragraph 1 refers to ______.
A. providing food for man
B. man's domestication of plants and animals
C. the earliest condition of prehistoric man D. man's ability to live on a small plot of land
Question 27. The word “blossomed” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to ______.
A. changed
B. learned
C. flourished
D. produced flowers
Question 28. An herbalist is which of the following?
A. A dreamer
B. An early historian
C. A farmer
D. Someone who uses plants in medicine
Question 29. We can infer from the passage that the domestication appeared ______.
A. long long ago
B. in cities only
C. with farmers
D. some years ago
Question 30. In which paragraph does the author mention the use of plants for drugs and medicine?
A. Paragraph 4
B. Paragraph 1
C. Paragraph 3
D. Paragraph 2
Read the following passage 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 from 31 to 37.
        In “How many hours does it take to make a friend?” (2018), Jeffrey A. Hall describes the types
of encounters that build a friendship.
His study found that hours of time spent together was linked with closer friendships, as was time
spent enjoying leisure activities together. Specifically, he found that the chance of making a “casual
friend,” as opposed to a mere acquaintance, was greater than 50 percent when people spent
approximately 43 hours together within three weeks of meeting. He further found that casual friends
evolve into friends at some point between 57 hours after three weeks, and 164 hours over three
months. Hall's research also demonstrated, however, that when it comes to time spent developing
friendships, quality is more important than quantity. And when it comes to conversation, topics matter.
When it comes to building quality relationships, the duration of conversation is not as important as the
content. Meaningful conversation is the key to bonding with others.
        Hall found that when it comes to developing friendships, sharing daily life through catching up
and joking around promotes closeness; small talk does not. Consider the inane topics that often come
up when you are trapped in an elevator with an acquaintance. Discussing the weather or speculating
on how many stops you will make before finally reaching the lobby does not facilitate bonding. Nor
does mere proximity. Hall found that obligatory time spent together, such as in a classroom or
workplace, does not promote closeness. Friendships require an efficient use of time together.
Someone who remembers the details of your life and asks questions about your family, your job, your
latest vacation, etc., is much more likely on his or her way to becoming someone you consider a friend,
as opposed to an acquaintance.
Question 31. Which best serves as the title for the passage?
A. The priceless gift of time
B. The cluttered social life
C. A world of online acquaintances. D. From best friends to acquaintances.
Question 32. The word “he” in paragraph 2 refers to ______.
A. classmate
B. friend
C. acquaintance
D. Jeffrey
Question 33. According to paragraph 2, what conclusion can be drawn from the finding of Jeffrey
A. Hall? A. Constant contact exhausting, the pressure to be positive all day long is draining.
B. Even in our fast-paced world, you can create friendships that truly last a lifetime.
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C. Both quantity and quality of time spent together contribute to spark true friendships.
D. Individuals are motivated to engage in conversations that form and strengthen relationships.
Question 34. The word “inane” in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to ______.
A. silly
B. small
C. regular
D. normal
Question 35. According to paragraph 3, what kind of setting can foster real amity?
A. Travelling with your friend on holiday.
C. High-fiving with a stranger on the street.
C. Boarding the same lift as your neighbor. D. Discussing with classmate for the class project.
Question 36. The word “acquaintance” in paragraph 3 is OPPOSITE in meaning to ______.
A. familiarity
B. conversance
C. connection
D. enemy
Question 37. In which paragraph does the author mention the requirement of a friendship?
A. Paragraph 4
B. Paragraph 2
C. Paragraph 3
D. Paragraph 1
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 from 38 to 40.
Question 38. “I went to the supermarket to buy some vegetable yesterday,” Linda said.
A. Linda said that she went to the supermarket to buy some vegetable yesterday.
B. Linda said that I had gone to the supermarket to buy some vegetable yesterday.
C. Linda said that I would go to the supermarket to buy some vegetable the day before.
D. Linda said that she had gone to the supermarket to buy some vegetable the day before.
Question 39. You ought to do your homework every day.
A. Your homework ought be done every day.
B. Your homework should to be done every day.
C. Your homework ought to be done every day.
D. Your homework ought to do every day by you.
Question 40. They are more thoughtful than Linda.
A. Linda is more thoughtful than them.
B. Linda is as thoughtful than them.
C. Linda isn't more thoughtful than them. D. Linda isn't as thoughtful as them.
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