Đề kiểm tra giữa học kỳ I Tiếng Anh 9 – Global Success

PART I. MULTIPLE CHOICE (8.0 points)

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.

Câu 1 (0,25 điểm).

Câu 2 (0,25 điểm).

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 (0,25 điểm).

Câu 4 (0,25 điểm).

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 (0,25 điểm). The craft of making conical hats has been ______ from generation to generation in Chuong village.

Câu 6 (0,25 điểm). She didn't know ______ to ask for advice on how to deal with peer pressure.

Câu 7 (0,25 điểm). The ______ you study for the exam, the ______ results you will achieve.

Câu 8 (0,25 điểm). Public transport in this city is very ______, so most local people prefer taking buses to driving cars.

Câu 9 (0,25 điểm). Local ______ such as police officers and garbage collectors help keep our neighbourhood safe and clean.

Câu 10 (0,25 điểm). The new underground system helps commuters ______ the city quickly during rush hours.

Câu 11 (0,25 điểm). The ______ the city becomes, the ______ green spaces we have for recreation.

Câu 12 (0,25 điểm). He wondered ______ to buy the traditional pottery bowl because there were too many shops.

Câu 13 (0,25 điểm). Many young people like to ______ at the shopping mall on Saturday evenings.

Câu 14 (0,25 điểm). Bat Trang is well known ______ its delicate ceramic products and long-standing history.

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 15 (0,25 điểm). Tom: "Could you show me the way to the nearest metro station?"
Lan: "______"

Câu 16 (0,25 điểm). Mark: "Thanks a lot for helping me clean up the local park."
Mai: "______"

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 17 (0,25 điểm). The artisan showed me what to carve the wooden pattern properly.

Câu 18 (0,25 điểm). The more modern the city grows, the most expensive the cost of living is.

Câu 19 (0,25 điểm). We decided to walk around the old town to finding out more about its history and culture.

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.

Living in a close-knit community brings a lot of benefits to residents. Firstly, people in such neighbourhoods often (20) ______ on well with each other and are ready to give a helping hand in times of trouble. For instance, when an elderly person falls ill, neighbours will come by to check or call a doctor. Secondly, local (21) ______ like community centres and playgrounds provide ideal places for both children and adults to relax and communicate. Parents don't have to worry about where (22) ______ their children after school. Furthermore, community projects such as planting trees or cleaning up the streets help build a green, clean, and beautiful environment. (23) ______ more people participate in community activities, the (24) ______ the neighbourhood bond becomes. In conclusion, being part of an active community makes our lives much happier and more meaningful.

Câu 20 (0,25 điểm).

Câu 21 (0,25 điểm).

Câu 22 (0,25 điểm).

Câu 23 (0,25 điểm).

Câu 24 (0,25 điểm).

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.

Urbanisation has transformed modern cities into bustling centres of economic growth and cultural diversity. Millions of people, especially the youth, move to big cities each year with the hope of finding better job opportunities, superior healthcare services, and high-quality education. The energetic atmosphere, vibrant nightlife, and modern public facilities like underground trains and entertainment complexes make city life exciting and attractive.

However, living in a large city also brings significant challenges. One of the most obvious drawbacks is heavy traffic congestion. During peak hours, millions of vehicles fill up the roads, causing long traffic jams, air pollution, and noise. Many commuters spend hours every day travelling to work, which causes stress and fatigue. Furthermore, the high cost of living poses a serious financial burden on many families. Housing prices, food costs, and daily services in urban areas are remarkably higher than those in rural villages.

Another issue is the lack of open green spaces. As high-rise buildings and skyscrapers continue to replace parks and gardens, city dwellers have fewer places to exercise, relax, and connect with nature. Consequently, many city dwellers suffer from physical and mental health issues. To tackle these problems, local authorities are trying to develop greener transport systems, expand parks, and encourage residents to adopt eco-friendly lifestyles.

Câu 25 (0,25 điểm). What is the main idea of the passage?

Câu 26 (0,25 điểm). According to paragraph 1, why do many people move to big cities?

Câu 27 (0,25 điểm). The word "drawbacks" in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to ______.

Câu 28 (0,25 điểm). According to paragraph 2, what causes stress and fatigue among commuters?

Câu 29 (0,25 điểm). The word "those" in paragraph 2 refers to ______.

Câu 30 (0,25 điểm). Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a challenge of city life?

Câu 31 (0,25 điểm). The word "tackle" in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to ______.

Câu 32 (0,25 điểm). What are city authorities doing to improve the situation?

PART II. WRITING (2.0 points)

Rewrite each of the following sentences so that it means the same as the sentence printed before it, using the cues given.

Câu 33 (0,2 điểm). "How can I get to the local handicraft village?" Tom asked.
$\rightarrow$ Tom didn't know how ____________________________________________.

Câu 34 (0,2 điểm). As the city becomes larger, the traffic problems get worse.
$\rightarrow$ The larger ________________________________________________________.

Câu 35 (0,2 điểm). We don't know who we should contact in case of an emergency.
$\rightarrow$ We don't know who ________________________________________________.

Câu 36 (0,2 điểm). If you practice speaking English more often, you will become more fluent.
$\rightarrow$ The more often _____________________________________________________.

Rearrange the given words or phrases to make meaningful sentences.

Câu 37 (0,2 điểm). artisan / The / taught / how / pottery / to / us / make / vases /.
$\rightarrow$ ___________________________________________________________________.

Câu 38 (0,2 điểm). around / It / convenient / to / is / get / by / metro / the city /.
$\rightarrow$ ___________________________________________________________________.

Câu 39 (0,2 điểm). down / Traditional / are / passed / crafts / generation / from / to / generation /.
$\rightarrow$ ___________________________________________________________________.

Paragraph writing:

Câu 40 (0,6 điểm). Write a paragraph (80 - 100 words) about the advantages of living in a city.

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HƯỚNG DẪN CHẤM VÀ ĐÁP ÁN

ĐỀ KIỂM TRA GIỮA HỌC KỲ I - MÔN TIẾNG ANH 9

A. HƯỚNG DẪN CHUNG

- Đối với phần trắc nghiệm: Mỗi câu trả lời đúng được 0,25 điểm.
- Đối với phần tự luận: Chấp nhận các cách diễn đạt tương đương đúng ngữ pháp và ngữ nghĩa.
- Phần viết đoạn văn: Đánh giá theo 4 tiêu chí (Nội dung, Tổ chức & liên kết, Ngữ pháp & từ vựng, Chính tả & dấu câu).

B. ĐÁP ÁN VÀ THANG ĐIỂM CHI TIẾT

I. ĐÁP ÁN TRẮC NGHIỆM (32 câu × 0,25 điểm = 8,0 điểm)

II. ĐÁP ÁN TỰ LUẬN (8 câu = 2,0 điểm)

Đoạn văn tham khảo (Sample Paragraph):

Living in a city offers numerous advantages that attract many people. Firstly, cities provide abundant career and educational opportunities. Residents have access to top-ranking schools, universities, and high-paying jobs in various fields. Secondly, public facilities in urban areas are extremely modern and convenient. People can easily get around the city using reliable public transport such as metro systems and buses. Moreover, cities boast advanced healthcare services and diverse entertainment options, ranging from shopping centres to cinemas. In short, city life provides people with a modern, dynamic, and comfortable living environment. (92 words)