Đề ôn thi Đề thi vào lớp 10 Hà Nội môn Tiếng Anh - Mã đề HN-22

(23) __________ This fundamental shift is primarily driven by a combination of advanced technology and seamless connectivity. (24) __________

Have you ever seen someone pay for coffee just by tapping their phone on a machine? That's likely NFC, which stands for Near Field Communication. It's a wireless technology (25) __________ allows two devices to share small amounts of data when they are very close, usually less than four centimeters apart. The technology is quite simple; one device (26) __________ a signal that the other device can pick up.

One of the most popular uses of NFC is to (27) __________ contactless payments. With apps like Google Pay or Apple Pay, you can store your credit card details securely on your phone. When you want to pay, you just hold your phone near a compatible reader. This process is very convenient and also (28) __________. The short range of NFC means your data is protected from being stolen from a distance. During the transaction, your actual card details (29) __________ directly; instead, a unique, encrypted code is used. (30) __________, it's a fast and safe way to handle daily purchases.

Vietnam's Mid-Autumn Festival, or Tết Trung Thu, is one of the most anticipated celebrations of the year, especially for children. Traditionally, it's a time when families gather to watch the full moon, which is at its brightest. Children parade through the streets with colorful lanterns in various shapes, like stars and fish. The exciting sound of drums from lion dance performances fills the air, creating a magical atmosphere for everyone.

However, in recent years, a significant change has been observed. The festival has become more commercialized. The focus has shifted partly from children's activities to the business of mooncakes. Companies now produce elaborate mooncakes with luxurious packaging and unique flavors. These are not just for family enjoyment but are heavily marketed as premium corporate gifts, often with very high price tags, transforming a simple treat into a symbol of status.

This transformation has sparked a debate. On one hand, the new variety of mooncakes allows for new ways to celebrate and share the festival spirit with colleagues and business partners. On the other hand, many people worry that the original meaning is fading. They feel the focus on expensive gifts puts pressure on families and moves away from the traditional celebrations centered on children's joy. These new types of mooncakes have become status symbols, and many feel they are simply too expensive for the average family.

Ultimately, the evolution of Tết Trung Thu reflects a wider conversation in modern Vietnam: how to preserve cultural heritage while adapting to contemporary life. The question is not whether the festival will survive, but what its identity will become. Will it find a balance between its charming origins and its commercial present, ensuring it remains a meaningful event for both children and adults?

Have you ever noticed that your smartphone starts to slow down just as a new model is released? This isn't a coincidence; it's a business strategy called 'planned obsolescence'. (37) __________. Companies intentionally make their gadgets less durable (38) __________.

One common method involves using components that are known to fail after a certain period. (39) __________. For example, sealing batteries into phones makes replacement almost impossible for the average user. This strategy not only costs consumers money but also has serious environmental consequences, (40) __________. As consumers, being aware of this practice is the first step toward making more sustainable choices.

A. so that consumers are forced to buy new ones more frequently

B. contributing to a growing mountain of electronic waste, or 'e-waste'

C. Another strategy is making repairs difficult or more expensive than buying a new device

D. This is the practice of designing products with a limited lifespan