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ĐỀ LUYỆN 11

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. When Liz arrived at the air-port, her friends ______ noisily in the departure longue.
A. has talked
B. talks
C. talked
D. were talking
Question 2. The English test was ______ than I thought it would be.
A. the easier
B. more easy
C. easiest
D. easier
Question 3. He had to ______ spending because his had just lost his well-paid job.
A. stay away from
B. catch up with
C. get along with
D. cut down on
Question 4. He advised me not to worry ______ not finishing the enrolment form as I could do it again.
A. about
B. of
C. at
D. with
Question 5. If he ______ enough information, his essay won't be as interesting as he wishes.
A. doesn't collect
B. isn't collect
C. won't collect
D. didn't collect
Question 6. The girl said that she was afraid of ______ alone in the dark.
A. going
B. gone
C. to go
D. went
Question 7. Everyone at the Halloween party hid their faces by wearing different ______.
A. sleeves
B. collars
C. skirts
D. masks
Question 8. - Chuck: “______ do you think of horror films?”- Phil: “Oh, I find them really disgusting.”
A. What
B. Which
C. How
D. When
Question 9. One ______ method for keeping our mind active is doing crossword puzzles.
A. popularity
B popularize
C. popularly
D. popular
Question 10. Anne speaks terrible English. She wishes she ______ English well.
A. spoke
B. will speak
C. had spoken
D. speaks
Question 11. Being mistaken as a genuine artifact, the artificial vase was initially ______ of $2000.
A. wealth
B. worth
C. priced
D. valued
Question 12. Ho Chi Minh city is ______ biggest and wealthiest in Vietnam.
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 Stay Productive While Working from Home
Struggling to stay focused when working remotely? These tips will help you maintain your productivity.
Challenges: Working from home presents new distractions (13) ______ can make it hard to stay
focused. (14) ______ recent surveys show that 45% of employees find it difficult to manage their time
effectively in a home setting.
How to Stay on Track:
 Create a workspace! Designate an area in your home for work to (15) ______ distractions and
improve focus.
 Set a schedule! Maintaining a regular routine helps (16) ______ productivity throughout the day.
 Take breaks! (17) ______ working for hours without a break, allow yourself a few moments to recharge.
 Stay connected! Check in with colleagues regularly to (18) ______ on track and stay motivated.
 Avoid multitasking! Focus on one task at a time to ensure effective results.
Question 13. A. who
B. what
C. that
D. how
Question 14. A. Less
B. Many
C. Much
D. Little
Question 15. A. escape
B. sponsor
C. decrease
D. avoid
Question 16. A. enjoy
B. manage
C. maintain
D. limit
Question 17. A. Besides
B. Instead of
C. Apart from
D. Outside of
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Question 18. A. work

B. stay

C. go

D. rest

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. Ann: I'm really sorry for being late to the meeting.
b. Ann: I understand, I'll make sure to be on time next time.
c. Liz: That's alright, but we've already covered most of the main points.
A. a-c-b
B. c-b-a
C. c-a-b
D. b-c-a
Question 20. a. An: Same here, but I'm already behind on emails. It's hard to get a jumpstart some days.
b. Binh: Pretty good! I just made some coffee and started reading. How about you?
c. An: Hey, how's your morning going?
d. Binh: I totally get that. I try to check them in the morning, but sometimes it feels overwhelming.
A. a-b-c-d
B. a-c-d-b
C. c-b-a-d
D. c-a-d-b
Question 21. Dear Sir,
a. Please review the agenda I sent earlier and let me know if any changes are required.
b. Looking forward to your feedback and confirmation.
c. We will also discuss the timeline for the upcoming tasks.
d. I would like to confirm that the meeting tomorrow at 10 a.m. will cover the project
updates and next steps.
Best regards,
A. b-a-d-c
B. d-a-c-b
C. c-d-a-b
D. a-b-d-c
Question 22. Dear Manager,
a. Let me know if you encounter any issues before the session.
b. Looking forward to your participation!
c. This is a reminder about the training session scheduled for tomorrow at 11 AM.
d. Please make sure you are prepared and have access to the required materials.
Best regards,
A. b-a-d-c
B. d-a-c-b
C. c-d-a-b
D. a-b-d-c
Question 23. a. The morning quiet allows me to set intentions for the day and mentally prepare for
what's ahead. b. I use this time to check emails and briefly go over my schedule.
c. Every morning, I wake up at 7 a.m. and start my day with a cup of coffee.
d. Afterward, I go for a quick walk outside to get some fresh air, which energizes me.
e. This routine helps me feel grounded and ready to take on the day's tasks.
A. c-b-a-d-e
B. d-a-c-e-b
C. c-a-d-b-e
D. d-b-a-e-c
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.
A Day in the Life of a High School Student
Being a high school student can be both exciting and challenging. Every day, students attend
classes, participate in extracurricular activities, and manage their personal lives. For many, the day starts
early with the sound of the alarm clock at 6:00 AM. After a quick breakfast, students head to school,
usually by bike or bus.
Classes typically begin at 8:00 AM. Each subject requires different skills, from solving
mathematical problems to analyzing literature. Teachers encourage students to actively participate in
class discussions to enhance their critical thinking. Some students find it difficult to keep up with the
fast pace of lessons, while others thrive in this dynamic environment.
Lunch break is a welcome pause in the day, giving students a chance to relax, socialize, and
recharge. Many students spend their lunch break in the school cafeteria, sharing food and chatting with
friends. After lunch, afternoon classes continue until 3:00 PM, followed by optional after-school
activities such as sports, music, or academic clubs.
Balancing schoolwork and personal life can be stressful for some students. Homework, exams, and
project deadlines require careful time management. However, despite these pressures, students often
find time to unwind in the evening by watching their favorite TV shows or chatting with friends online.
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In the end, school life is a journey full of learning experiences, challenges, and memories. It helps
students prepare for the future by teaching them valuable lessons in responsibility and teamwork.
Question 24. What do students typically do after having breakfast before arriving at school?
A. They start working on their homework. B. They participate in extracurricular activities.
C. They travel to school by bike or bus.
D. They attend morning classes.
Question 25. The word "unwind" in paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to ______.
A. rest
B. work
C. study
D. exercise
Question 26. The word "enhance" in paragraph 2 is OPPOSITE in meaning to ______.
A. improve
B. diminish
C. boost
D. strengthen
Question 27. The word "It" in paragraph 5 refers to ______.
A. school life
B. critical thinking
C. homework
D. extracurricular activities
Question 28. Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage?
A. Students always feel stressed because of schoolwork.
B. Students find time to relax despite school pressures.
C. Students have no time for extracurricular activities.
D. School life is always exciting for all students.
Question 29. According to the last paragraph, we can infer that school life is _______.
A. everyone's unforgettable experience
B. someone's natural ability
C. our forgettable memory
D. our most vulnerable time
Question 30. In which paragraph does the writer talk about students' opportunity to rest and socialize
during the school day?
A. Paragraph 1
B. Paragraph 2
C. Paragraph 3
D. Paragraph 4
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.
Smog is a combination of smoke and fog. It occurs when gases from burnt fuel mix with fog on
the ground. When heat and sunlight get together with these gases, they form fine, dangerous particles
in the air.
Smog occurs in big cities with a lot of traffic. Particularly, in the summertime, when it is very hot,
smog stays near the ground. It is dangerous to our breathing, and in smoggy areas, we cannot see very well.
Smog was first discovered in Great Britain in the 19th century, during the beginning of the
Industrial Revolution. At that time, people used coal for heating and cooking. Factories also used coal to
produce iron and steel. Smoke mixed with wet, foggy air and turned yellow. The smog often hung over
cities for many days. It caused lung diseases and breathing problem. Thousands of people died in London
every year.
Today, cities that have a large population and are located in hot, subtropical areas have the
biggest smog problems - for example, Los Angeles, Mexico City and Cairo.
Question 31. What is the best title of the passage?
A. Smog: A Fine Gas
B. Smog: The Hidden Killer
C. Smog: The City Problems
D. Smog: A Dangerous Disease
Question 32. The word fine in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to ______.
A. tiny
B. good
C. harmful
D. shiny
Question 33. The word dangerous in paragraph 2 is OPPOSITE in meaning to ______.
A. hazardous
B. harmless
C. toxic
D. risky
Question 34. What will happen if smog stays close to the ground?
A. It will disappear in a short time
B. It will make the sky cleaner.
C. It will cause many storms.
D. It will harm our health and block our sight.
Question 35. What probably caused the smog in Britain at the beginning of the Industrial Revolution?
A. The weather there was too foggy.
B. There were too many cars in the country.
C. People smoke a lot at that time.
D. Factories and people used coal as energy.
Question 36. The word it in paragraph 3 refers to ______.
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A. iron
B. smog
C. steel
D. smoke
Question 37. In which paragraph does the writer talk about the discovery of smog?
A. Paragraph 1
B. Paragraph 2
C. Paragraph 3
D. Paragraph 4
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. It's not a good idea for us to swim in this lake.
A. We can swim in this lake.
B. We must swim in this lake.
C. We shouldn't swim in this lake.
D. We wouldn't swim in this lake.
Question 39. "I will buy you an ice-cream" said Mary.
A. Mary said I will buy you an ice-cream.
B. Mary said I would buy you an ice-cream.
C. Mary said she buy me an ice-cream.
D. Mary promised to buy me an ice-cream.
Question 40. Hanoi is much larger than our province.
A. Our province is as smaller than Hanoi.
B. Our province is as small than Hanoi.
C. Our province isn't as large as Hanoi.
D. Our province is as smaller as Hanoi.
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