Đề Tiếng Anh thi thử vào lớp 10 TPHCM năm 2025- Mã đề thi HCM-18
Choose the word / phrase / sentence that best fits the space or best answers the question given in each sentence.
Question 1
Which word has the underlined part pronounced differently from that of the others?
- warrant
- feedback
- scandal
- adapt
Question 2
Which word has the underlined part pronounced differently from that of the others?
- other
- although
- without
- something
Question 3
Which word has a different stress pattern from that of the others?
- warning
- unfair
- remain
- descend
Question 4
Which word has a different stress pattern from that of the others?
- candidate
- completely
- subsequent
- official
Question 5
Manager: Learning this new software can be tough, __________ don''t hesitate to ask for help.
Employee: Thank you! I will.
- yet
- nor
- for
- so
Question 6
Sarah: I''m thinking of joining your book club. What kind of books do you usually read?
Michael: We mostly focus __________ contemporary fiction, but we''re open to suggestions.
- about
- on
- with
- in
Question 7
Emily: When does the next meeting start?
Jessica: It starts __________ 7 pm.
- by
- on
- in
- at
Question 8
James: I made this incredible Thai curry using a new __________ I found online.
Sarah: Really? Can you send it to me?
- book
- recipe
- magazine
- utensil
Question 9
Therapist: What steps have you taken to build your self-esteem?
Client: I''ve started setting small goals for myself, __________ helps me feel more capable.
- whose
- whom
- who
- which
Question 10
Dad: Why do you listen to this music? It''s so __________!
Son: It''s not noise, Dad. It''s called industrial techno!
- cacophonous
- soothing
- catchy
- harmonic
Question 11
Sarah: Do you ever listen to audiobooks in English?
Maria: Yes! I find they really help me __________ up new vocabulary.
- read
- pick
- gain
- study
Question 12
Liam: I think our band needs more __________ if we want to play gigs.
Mateo: I agree, we should practice more often and really tighten up our sound.
- popularity
- discipline
- friendship
- equipment
Question 13
Ava: Coffee?
Ben: __________
- Sounds good.
- Good sounds.
- Sounding good.
- Sound good.
Question 14
Emily: __________
Michael: I find that online clubs offer more flexibility.
- Have you ever participated in an online forum?
- What are your thoughts on e-books versus physical books?
- Do you prefer online or in-person book clubs?
- How fast do you think you can read a book?
Look at the sign or the notice. Choose the best answer for questions 15 and 16.
Question 15
You are in the chemistry lab, and you see this sign on a bottle. What does the sign warn you about?
- The chemical in the bottle is safe to touch with bare hands.
- You need to wear a lab coat before opening the bottle.
- The chemical inside the bottle can easily catch fire.
- The content is at risk of exploding if not handled carefully.
Question 16
What does the sign say?
- You shouldn''t brag about your successes.
- You should only celebrate big achievements.
- You should be proud of your accomplishments.
- You need other people to validate your wins.
Choose the word that best fits each space in the following passage
Dear Liam,
Remember how much I (17) __________ going for runs? I used to find them boring. Well, I recently started going for walks and runs more often, and now I feel much (18) __________! I think you would enjoy it too. Last week, I went for a run every morning before school. There are (19) __________ great parks and trails near our house. We could even go together on weekends. Running in the morning helps me feel energized and (20) __________ to face the day. I even joined a running club, and we (21) __________ every Sunday at 7 am. What do you think? Maybe you could (22) __________ me company one morning?
Talk soon,
Noah
- walked
- disliked
- imagined
- liked
- tired
- bored
- hungry
- healthier
- several
- much
- little
- any
- quickly
- ready
- slowly
- late
- eat
- meet
- drive
- sleep
- tell
- make
- keep
- have
Read the following brochure of a music festival. Decide whether the statements from 23 to 26 are True or False and choose the correct answer to complete the statements in question 27 and 28.
- Immerse Yourself in Melodies: Welcome to the City's Biggest Music Festival!
- Experience a diverse lineup of talented musicians and bands across various genres.
- Indulge in delectable food and drinks from local vendors.
- Explore interactive art installations and immerse yourselves in a vibrant atmosphere.
- Support local artists and the community as a portion of the proceeds will be donated to art initiatives.
- Essential Information for Attendees
- Purchase tickets online through our official website before August 5th, 2024.
- The festival welcomes music enthusiasts of all ages. Individuals under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Prepare for a day filled with music and fun. Stay hydrated and wear comfortable clothing.
- Respect the venue and others. Please dispose of trash properly.
- Festival Program
- Date: August 10th, 2024
- Time: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Venue: Riverside Park
- Entrance: Show your e-ticket at the designated gates.
- Ticketing and Contact
- Visit our website: https://www.citymusicfest.com
- Ticket Prices: $35 per person
- Connect With Us
- Email: citymusicfest@email.com
- Phone: 1234-5678-00
Question 23
The music festival will feature musicians of different music styles.
- True
- False
Question 24
All profits from the event will be donated to charities.
- True
- False
Question 25
Attendees should bring their own food and drinks.
- True
- False
Question 26
Teenagers under 16 years old are not allowed to enter the event.
- True
- False
Question 27
As stated in the brochure, the festival organizers encourage attendees to __________.
- bring their own chairs
- contact them for refunds
- keep the venue clean
- buy tickets at the entrance
Question 28
All of the following details are provided in the brochure EXCEPT __________.
- The festival supports local artists.
- The names of the performing bands.
- Tickets can be purchased online.
- Attendees should wear comfortable clothes.
Use the correct form of the word given in each sentence.
Question 29
The chef used __________ techniques in his new dish. (sophistication)
Question 30
We visited the __________ city center during our vacation. (history)
Question 31
My English skills are improving, though I still __________ make mistakes. (frequent)
Question 32
Nikola Tesla, a visionary engineer, was a key figure in developing the AC __________. (transform)
Question 33
Students must wear the __________ uniform at school. (require)
Question 34
Students protested for increased __________ in the curriculum. (represent)
Look at the entry of the word "satisfaction" in a dictionary. Use what you can get from the entry to complete the sentences with two or three words.
Type: uncountable noun
Syllables: sat-is-fac-tion
UK: /ˌsæt.ɪsˈfæk.ʃən/
US: /ˌsæt̬.ɪsˈfæk.ʃən/
Definition: A feeling of pleasure because you have achieved something or because something that you wanted to happen has happened.
Examples:
- He expressed satisfaction at the result.
- She gained (a) deep satisfaction from helping others.
- For me, there is no greater satisfaction than knowing I've done my best.
- I can't describe the feeling of satisfaction when I reached the summit.
Question 35
Completing the challenging project gave her a __________.
Question 36
The manager nodded in __________ as he read the positive report.
Rewrite each of the following sentences in another way so that it means almost the same as the sentence printed before it.
Question 37
The new employee quickly learned all the procedures. ➡ The new employee was __________
Question 38
The movie wasn''t as good as we expected. ➡ The movie was __________
Question 39
They have been friends since childhood. ➡ Their friendship __________
Question 40
The teacher encouraged the students to ask questions. ➡ The students were __________