Đề Tiếng Anh thi thử vào lớp 10 Hà Nội năm 2025- Mã đề thi HN-133
Choose the word whose underlined part differs from that of the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
Question 1
- alive
- assist
- mission
- shooting
Question 2
- mother
- anything
- within
- themselves
Choose the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions.
Question 3
- required
- reading
- ourselves
- refuse
Question 4
- efficient
- afternoon
- momentum
- discussion
Choose the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Question 5
The bakery offered a wide __________ of pastries, from croissants to donuts to muffins.
- group
- collection
- amount
- selection
Question 6
Do you think robots __________ our jobs in the future?
- take
- will take
- took
- are taking
Question 7
A weekend trip to the beach is __________ than a two-week cruise, especially for those with limited vacation time.
- short
- shortest
- shorter
- as short
Question 8
If they __________ earlier, they __________ the museum.
- arrive - can visit
- will arrive - could visit
- arrived - can visit
- arrived - could visit
Question 9
Hoa has brought in a cake she baked for her English club meeting.
Liam: "Hoa, this cake is absolutely delicious! You''re a great baker."
Hoa: "__________"
- Do you want the recipe?
- It''s just a simple recipe.
- I hope you don''t get a stomachache.
- Aw, thanks Liam! I''m glad you like it.
Question 10
The girl __________ is wearing a red dress is my sister.
- who
- whom
- whose
- that
Question 11
Drinking enough water is __________ for staying hydrated.
- harmful
- dizzy
- circular
- essential
Question 12
We need __________ quiet to concentrate on our work.
- many
- few
- a bit of
- a little
Read the following instruction and choose the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 13 to 16.
HOW TO OVERCOME PROCRASTINATION
1. Break down big tasks (13) __________ smaller ones.
2. Set (14) __________ realistic deadline for each small task.
3. (15) __________ distractions by finding a quiet place to work.
4. Reward yourself after (16) __________ a task.
- with
- as
- over
- into
- a
- x (no article)
- the
- an
- Eliminate
- Forget
- Avoid
- Ignore
- completed
- completing
- complete
- completion
Choose the correct answer to each of the following questions from 17 to 18.
Question 17
Choose the correct order of sentences a, b, and c.
The Forgotten "Please"
My grandfather was a stickler for good manners, always reminding us to be polite.
a. He gently reminded me of the magic word before handing me the salt shaker.
b. One evening at dinner, I asked him to pass the salt.
c. In my haste, I forgot to say "please," something he never overlooked.
- b - c - a
- c - b - a
- b - a - c
- a - c - b
Question 18
Choose the sentence that most appropriately ends the text in Question 17.
- He smiled, knowing I''d remember next time I needed something.
- Dinner always came with a side of life lessons at his table.
- The salt shaker seemed heavier than usual that evening.
- It was a gentle reminder to always show courtesy, even in casual settings.
Choose the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 19 to 24.
Adapting to the Dunes: Life in the Desert
Life in the desert presents unique challenges due to its extreme conditions. (19) __________ is a significant issue, as deserts receive very little rainfall. Finding (20) __________ to drink and to grow crops can be a daily struggle for desert inhabitants. The intense heat also makes it difficult to (21) __________ outdoors for long periods, forcing people to adapt their lifestyles.
Despite these hardships, people have found ways to thrive in desert environments for centuries. Many desert communities use camels for transportation, (22) __________ these animals are well-suited to the harsh climate. (23) __________ , traditional knowledge about finding water sources and constructing shelters that provide shade is essential for survival. Although life in the desert may seem daunting, it fosters (24) __________ and resourcefulness in those who call it home.
- Scarcity of water
- Scarcity water
- Water of scarcity
- Water scarcity
- water of enough
- water enough
- enough of water
- enough water
- worked
- working
- to work
- work
- as
- though
- while
- because
- However
- Furthermore
- Despite
- Nevertheless
- resiliently
- to be resilient
- resilient
- resilience
Choose the sentence that is CLOSEST in meaning to the original sentence in each of the following questions.
Question 25
"Linh has gone to the market. She''ll be back soon," her grandmother said.
- Her grandmother said that Linh went to the market and that she would be back soon.
- Her grandmother said that Linh had gone to the market and that she will be back soon.
- Her grandmother said that Linh had gone to the market and that she would be back soon.
- Her grandmother said that Linh has gone to the market and that she will be back soon.
Question 26
I think eating too much fast food is unhealthy.
- Unhealthy, eating too much fast food is, I think.
- How about eating too much fast food is unhealthy?
- Eating too much fast food is unhealthy, in my opinion.
- I think so, eating too much fast food is unhealthy.
Choose the sentence that is made from the given cues in each of the following questions.
Question 27
This puzzle / tricky / I / determine / figure / it.
- This puzzle is tricky, but I''m determined to figure out it.
- This puzzle is tricky, but I''m determined to figure on it.
- This puzzle is tricky, but I''m determined to figure it out.
- This puzzle is tricky, but I''m determined to figure it away.
Question 28
brother / hate / do / dishes
- My brother hating do the dishes.
- My brother hates doing the dishes.
- My brother hates to doing the dishes.
- My brother hate doing dish.
Read the following sign or notice and choose the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Question 29
You are walking down the hallway at school when you see this sign on the floor. What does it mean?
- Be careful, the floor is slippery if it''s wet.
- There is a puddle of water on the floor, don''t step in it.
- You should jump over the black mark on the floor.
- Someone fell down and spilled something.
Question 30
What is the notice suggesting about transportation to the event?
Limited parking available. Please consider carpooling or using public transportation.- Carpooling is mandatory for groups attending the event.
- Public transportation is the only way to reach the venue.
- Parking fees will be expensive for the event.
- Finding a parking spot might be difficult.
Read the following passage and choose the correct answer to each of the following questions from 31 to 36.
Before the invention of clocks, humans relied on natural phenomena to track time. Early civilizations observed the movement of the sun across the sky, creating sundials to measure the passing hours. However, sundials were limited by their dependence on sunlight and were useless at night or on cloudy days.
To address this limitation, devices like water clocks and hourglasses were developed. Water clocks, dating back to ancient Egypt, used the steady flow of water into or out of a container to mark intervals of time. Hourglasses, with their iconic two bulbs of sand, offered a more portable and weather-resistant method for measuring shorter durations. Yet, these methods still lacked the precision and reliability of a true clock.
The invention of the mechanical clock in the 14th century revolutionized timekeeping. These early clocks used a system of gears and weights, later incorporating a pendulum for increased accuracy. While initially found in churches and town squares, smaller, spring-powered clocks gradually became commonplace in homes.
This evolution of timekeeping technology, from observing the skies to intricate mechanical devices, profoundly impacted human life. Clocks enabled greater control over daily schedules, facilitated trade and transportation, and ultimately paved the way for the precise timekeeping essential to our modern world.
Question 31
What is the main topic of this reading passage?
- The development of clocks throughout history.
- The importance of time management in modern society.
- The disadvantages of sundials compared to modern clocks.
- The scientific principles behind various timekeeping devices.
Question 32
The word "phenomena" in paragraph 1 is CLOSEST in meaning to __________.
- events
- beliefs
- objects
- tools
Question 33
What is the main disadvantage of water clocks mentioned in the text?
- They are difficult to transport.
- They are only useful at night.
- They are affected by changes in the weather.
- They are not as accurate as mechanical clocks.
Question 34
Which of these timekeeping methods is NOT mentioned in the passage?
- Hourglasses
- Water clocks
- Sundials
- Atomic clocks
Question 35
How did the invention of the mechanical clock change society?
- It allowed for more precise scheduling and organization.
- It eliminated the need for other timekeeping methods.
- It made people less reliant on the sun for timekeeping.
- It led to the development of more advanced scientific instruments.
Question 36
The word "facilitated" in paragraph 4 is OPPOSITE in meaning to __________.
- hindered
- improved
- enabled
- assisted
Four phrases/sentences have been removed from the text below. For each question, choose A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 37 to 40.
Laughter is a universal language, and stand-up comedy, with its direct approach to humor, has gained immense popularity worldwide. (37) __________ is the ability to find humor in everyday situations and deliver it with sharp wit and impeccable timing.
Stand-up comedians often draw inspiration from their own lives, transforming personal experiences into relatable and hilarious anecdotes. (38) __________. This raw and unfiltered style of humor creates a sense of intimacy with the audience, making them feel like they are listening to a friend share funny stories.
(39) __________. They use observational humor to highlight the absurdities of daily life, poking fun at social norms and human behavior. By pointing out these relatable quirks, they create a sense of shared understanding and amusement with their audience.
The beauty of stand-up comedy lies in its simplicity. (40) __________, a single microphone, and an audience eager to laugh. It is this direct connection between performer and audience that makes stand-up so powerful, allowing comedians to share their unique perspective and connect with people on a deeply personal level.
A. They use self-deprecating humor, sharing their own flaws and misfortunes with honesty and wit.
B. At the heart of stand-up comedy
C. All a comedian needs is a stage
D. Many comedians thrive on observational humor.
- A
- B
- C
- D
- A
- B
- C
- D
- A
- B
- C
- D
- A
- B
- C
- D