ĐỀ KIỂM TRA CUỐI HỌC KỲ II MÔN TIẾNG ANH LỚP 8

PHẦN I. PHONETICS

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.

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Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions.

Câu 3 (0,2 điểm).

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PHẦN II. VOCABULARY & GRAMMAR

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.

Câu 5 (0,2 điểm). Many aquatic animals will die if people ______ toxic waste into rivers and lakes.

Câu 6 (0,2 điểm). If I ______ wings, I would fly around the solar system to explore other planets.

Câu 7 (0,2 điểm). While Nam was searching for information about Mars, the electricity ______ out.

Câu 8 (0,2 điểm). The teacher asked Nam ______ he was interested in space exploration.

Câu 9 (0,2 điểm). Peter said that he ______ a new smartphone the following week.

Câu 10 (0,2 điểm). Earth is ______ third planet from the Sun in our solar system.

Câu 11 (0,2 điểm). Nowadays, high-tech devices help students study ______ than before.

Câu 12 (0,2 điểm). An earthquake struck the city and caused hundreds of buildings to ______.

Câu 13 (0,2 điểm). When shopping online, customers can ______ prices between different websites easily.

Câu 14 (0,2 điểm). A ______ is a person who spends too much time shopping and buys things they don't need.

Câu 15 (0,2 điểm). Scientists are looking for planets that might ______ life in the universe.

Câu 16 (0,2 điểm). Video conferencing allows people in different parts of the world to communicate in ______.

Câu 17 (0,2 điểm). The government provided temporary ______ for families whose houses were ruined by the flood.

Câu 18 (0,2 điểm). We should use reusable bags instead of plastic ones to ______ single-use waste.

Câu 19 (0,2 điểm). In the future, telepathy ______ people communicate by thoughts directly.

Câu 20 (0,2 điểm). The severe tropical storm ripped off roofs and ______ widespread flooding.

PHẦN III. CLOSEST & OPPOSITE MEANING

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

Câu 21 (0,2 điểm). The rescue team worked day and night to search for survivors of the tsunami.

Câu 22 (0,2 điểm). You can get a good bargain if you know how to negotiate at open-air markets.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

Câu 23 (0,2 điểm). Planting more trees in urban areas helps to create an eco-friendly environment.

Câu 24 (0,2 điểm). The astronauts felt weightless when they floated inside the spacecraft.

PHẦN IV. COMMUNICATION

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges.

Câu 25 (0,2 điểm). Tom is talking to Mai about an environmental project.
– Tom: "Why don't we organize a clean-up campaign at our school this weekend?"
– Mai: "______"

Câu 26 (0,2 điểm). Lan is asking a shop assistant about a dress.
– Lan: "Can I try this dress on, please?"
– Shop assistant: "______"

PHẦN V. ERROR IDENTIFICATION

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.

Câu 27 (0,2 điểm). If humans continue to pollute the air, many people would suffer from respiratory diseases in the future.

Câu 28 (0,2 điểm). She told to me that she was preparing an emergency kit for the storm.

Câu 29 (0,2 điểm). While the rescue workers helped the victims, the volcano erupted again violently.

Câu 30 (0,2 điểm). Internet connection allows us holding online video meetings with colleagues from anywhere.

PHẦN VI. CLOZE TEST

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 31 to 35.

Shopping habits have changed drastically in recent years due to the rapid growth of the Internet. Online shopping offers undeniable convenience. With just a smartphone connected to the Internet, customers can browse thousands of products, read customer reviews, and place orders without (31) ______ their homes. Furthermore, e-commerce platforms often provide discounts, discount codes, and special promotions, which attract millions of young consumers.

However, online shopping also has several drawbacks. First, buyers cannot examine products in (32) ______ before purchasing. Sometimes the delivered items are different from the photos or poor in quality. Second, returning goods can be time-consuming and complicated. (33) ______, shipping fees can make small purchases unexpectedly expensive. To become smart shoppers, consumers should compare prices, check the seller's credibility carefully, and read refund (34) ______ before making any (35) ______.

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PHẦN VII. READING COMPREHENSION

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 36 to 40.

Natural disasters are extreme weather events that can cause tremendous loss of life and severe damage to infrastructure. Among them, earthquakes and tsunamis are considered the most dangerous because they often strike without any advance warning.

An earthquake occurs when two blocks of the earth suddenly slip past one another. The energy released causes seismic waves that shake the ground violently. When an earthquake happens beneath the ocean floor, it can displace a colossal amount of water, generating a series of giant waves known as a tsunami. These waves travel across the ocean at the speed of a jet airplane. As they approach shallow coastal waters, they slow down but dramatically increase in height, crashing ashore and wiping out entire villages.

To reduce the impact of these disasters, scientists are working on early detection systems. Coastal regions are now equipped with warning sirens and evacuation routes. People living in disaster-prone areas are also advised to prepare disaster supply kits that include canned food, clean water, medical supplies, and battery-powered radios. More importantly, understanding what to do during an emergency can save countless lives.

Câu 36 (0,2 điểm). What is the main idea of the passage?

Câu 37 (0,2 điểm). According to paragraph 1, why are earthquakes and tsunamis particularly dangerous?

Câu 38 (0,2 điểm). The word "colossal" in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to ______.

Câu 39 (0,2 điểm). What happens to tsunami waves as they reach shallow coastal waters?

Câu 40 (0,2 điểm). Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an item in a disaster supply kit?

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 41 to 45.

For decades, the idea of living on another planet seemed like pure science fiction. However, with breathtaking advancements in aerospace technology, human colonization of Mars has become a serious topic of scientific study. Space agencies like NASA, along with private enterprises such as SpaceX, are pouring billions of dollars into developing spacecraft that could safely transport humans to the Red Planet.

Mars is currently the most viable candidate for extraterrestrial colonization in our solar system. A day on Mars is roughly 24.6 hours, very similar to a day on Earth. Its soil contains water that could theoretically be extracted and purified. Moreover, Mars has an atmosphere, although it is extremely thin and composed mostly of carbon dioxide, which means humans cannot breathe without specialized spacesuits.

Despite these promising aspects, future settlers will face enormous challenges. First, temperatures on Mars are freezing, dropping to minus 125 degrees Celsius during the winter. Second, without a thick atmosphere or a protective magnetic field, the surface of Mars is constantly bombarded with dangerous cosmic radiation. Finally, the psychological impact of being millions of kilometers away from home and living in isolated underground habitats could be devastating. Overcoming these hurdles will require unprecedented scientific breakthroughs and international cooperation.

Câu 41 (0,2 điểm). What is the best title for the passage?

Câu 42 (0,2 điểm). Why is Mars considered the most suitable candidate for colonization?

Câu 43 (0,2 điểm). The word "extracted" in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to ______.

Câu 44 (0,2 điểm). According to paragraph 3, which of the following is a major obstacle for future settlers on Mars?

Câu 45 (0,2 điểm). The word "they" in paragraph 2 refers to ______.

PHẦN VIII. WRITING

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.

Câu 46 (0,2 điểm). "I am reading an interesting article about UFOs now," Phong said.

Câu 47 (0,2 điểm). People don't stop polluting the water, so fish die in great numbers.

Câu 48 (0,2 điểm). We don't have enough money, so we can't buy that high-tech robot.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following questions.

Câu 49 (0,2 điểm). Peter was browsing products on the shopping website. Suddenly the Internet connection dropped.

Câu 50 (0,2 điểm). The storm was very violent. It caused massive damage to the coastal town.

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HƯỚNG DẪN CHẤM VÀ ĐÁP ÁN CHI TIẾT

MÔN: TIẾNG ANH 8 – CUỐI HỌC KỲ II

A. BẢNG ĐÁP ÁN

(Mỗi câu đúng được 0,2 điểm. Tổng điểm toàn bài: 50 × 0,2 = 10,0 điểm)

B. GIẢI THÍCH CHI TIẾT