Đề kiểm tra giữa học kì I - Môn Tiếng Anh 10

PART I. PRONUNCIATION & STRESS (1,0 điểm)

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

Question 1.

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

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PART II. VOCABULARY, GRAMMAR & COMMUNICATION (4,0 điểm)

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

Question 5. Look at those dark clouds! It ______ heavily in a few minutes.

Question 6. My mother usually ______ the cooking, while my father does the heavy lifting in our family.

Question 7. More and more trees ______ in our neighborhood every spring to make the air cleaner.

Question 8. My parents never allow me ______ out late in the evening on weekdays.

Question 9. Please be quiet! My little sister ______ for her upcoming music competition in the next room.

Question 10. Turning off electrical appliances when they are not in use is a simple way to reduce our ______.

Question 11. The concert was very exciting, ______ we decided to stay until the very end.

Question 12. Dividing household chores equally helps strengthen family ______ and teaches children responsibility.

Question 13. The ______ cheered loudly when the talented singer walked onto the stage and started singing.

Question 14. Remember ______ your reusable bag when you go to the supermarket this afternoon.

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

Question 15. Children should be taught to show gratitude to their parents for all their hard work and love.

Question 16. Using eco-friendly products is one of the best ways to protect our planet from pollution.

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

Question 17. We should reduce the amount of plastic waste we produce every single day.

Question 18. Listening to classical music helps me feel relaxed after a long day at school.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the option that best completes each of the following exchanges.

Question 19. Nam and Lan are talking about their weekend plans.
- Nam: "Shall we join the school's green campaign this Sunday?"
- Lan: "______"

Question 20. Minh is asking his sister for advice.
- Minh: "Which musical instrument do you think I should learn to play?"
- Hoa: "______"

PART III. CLOZE TEST (1,25 điểm)

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 21 to 25.

Living a green lifestyle is becoming increasingly important in today's world. There are many simple habits we can adopt at home to protect the environment. First, we should always remember to turn off lights and electronic devices when leaving a room. This not only saves electricity (21) ______ also lowers our monthly energy bills. Second, cutting down on single-use plastic is essential. Instead of using plastic bags, we can bring (22) ______ cloth bags when shopping for groceries.

Furthermore, saving water is another key part of living sustainably. Taking shorter showers and fixing leaky faucets can prevent a huge amount of water from being wasted. Many families also choose to buy (23) ______ food, which is grown without harmful chemicals or pesticides. Finally, planting more trees in our gardens or local parks helps absorb carbon dioxide and provides fresh air (24) ______ everyone. By making these small changes in our daily routines, we can (25) ______ a big difference to the future of our planet.

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PART IV. READING COMPREHENSION (2,5 điểm)

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 26 to 30.

In modern society, both parents often work full-time to support their families. As a result, sharing household chores has become more important than ever. When everyone in the family contributes to housework, no single person feels overburdened or exhausted. While parents usually handle more complex tasks like cooking meals or paying bills, children can easily help with age-appropriate chores such as setting the table, feeding pets, taking out the rubbish, or tidying up their own bedrooms.

Doing housework offers numerous benefits for children. Psychologists suggest that children who regularly do chores develop a strong sense of responsibility and self-reliance. They learn essential life skills like cooking, cleaning, and time management, which will be extremely useful when they grow up and live independently. Moreover, working together on household tasks gives family members valuable time to talk, bond, and understand each other better. It teaches children to appreciate the hard work required to maintain a clean and comfortable home.

Question 26. What is the main idea of the passage?

Question 27. The word "overburdened" in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to ______.

Question 28. According to paragraph 1, which of the following is NOT mentioned as a chore for children?

Question 29. The word "They" in paragraph 2 refers to ______.

Question 30. According to the passage, why is doing housework helpful for children's future?

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 31 to 35.

Quan Ho singing is a traditional Vietnamese folk music style that originated in the Red River Delta, primarily in Bac Ninh and Bac Giang provinces. In 2009, it was officially recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Historically, Quan Ho was performed during spring festivals, where young men and women from different villages gathered to sing alternating verses to express their feelings and build friendships.

In a traditional Quan Ho performance, female singers, known as liền chị, wear distinctive traditional costumes including multi-layered dresses and large flat palm hats (nón quai thao). Male singers, called liền anh, dress in long tunics, turbans, and carry umbrellas. The singing requires great vocal control and harmony, as traditional Quan Ho is performed without any musical instrument accompaniment. Singers must match the melody and rhythm of their partners' songs.

Today, local authorities and cultural organizations are making great efforts to preserve Quan Ho singing. Folk clubs have been established in many villages, where older artisans teach young children the traditional melodies and lyrics so that this precious cultural heritage will continue to thrive for generations to come.

Question 31. What is the passage mainly about?

Question 32. When was Quan Ho singing recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity?

Question 33. What is special about a traditional Quan Ho singing performance?

Question 34. The word "preserve" in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to ______.

Question 35. How are local communities keeping Quan Ho singing alive today?

PART V. ERROR IDENTIFICATION & WRITING (1,25 điểm)

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

Question 36. My brother always is responsible for watering the plants in the garden every morning.

Question 37. His parents made him to finish all his homework before watching his favorite TV show last night.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the following questions.

Question 38. Volunteers collect plastic bottles on the beach every weekend.

Question 39. We have already bought the tickets, and we have a plan to see the live concert tonight.

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

Question 40. Minh wanted to join the school music club. He practiced playing the guitar every day.

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