Đề thi giữa học kỳ I Tiếng Anh 10 – Mã đề 103

PART I. LISTENING (2.0 points)

Task 1. Listen to a conversation between Lan and Mark about green living habits. Decide whether the following statements are True (T) or False (F). You will hear the recording twice. (1.0 point)

Question 1. Mark has recently started walking to school instead of taking the family motorbikes.

Question 2. Lan's family has successfully eliminated all single-use plastics from their home.

Question 3. Sorting household waste into recyclable categories helps lower a family's carbon footprint.

Question 4. Mark's school is organizing a tree-planting competition next month.

Question 5. Both Lan and Mark agree that small everyday habits can lead to significant environmental changes.

Task 2. Listen to a radio report about a traditional Vietnamese musical performance. Choose the best answer A, B, C, or D for each question. You will hear the recording twice. (1.0 point)

Question 6. What is the main topic of the radio broadcast?

Question 7. The young musician interviewed in the report plays which instrument?

Question 8. According to the report, why are young people showing more interest in folk music today?

Question 9. How long has the youth cultural club been running free music workshops?

Question 10. What will the club do next weekend?

PART II. LANGUAGE (2.4 points)

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word which has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others in each of the following questions.

Question 11.

Question 12.

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

Question 13. Doing household chores together helps to _____ family bonds and creates fond memories.

Question 14. My brother is _____ for watering the house plants and taking out the rubbish every evening.

Question 15. Adopting a green lifestyle helps individuals reduce their personal carbon _____.

Question 16. The local youth organization has launched an eco-friendly project to _____ up public parks.

Question 17. Look at those dark grey clouds! It _____ rain very heavily in a few minutes.

Question 18. My mother usually _____ breakfast for the whole family at 6:00 AM, but today she _____ in bed.

Question 19. The famous pop singer agreed _____ a special charity concert for underprivileged children.

Question 20. Our teacher made us _____ all the plastic bottles in the schoolyard before going home.

Question 21. Single-use plastic bags _____ by many supermarkets in an effort to protect the environment.

Question 22. Lan wanted to join the green club, _____ she was busy preparing for her mid-term exams.

PART III. READING (2.6 points)

Task 1. Read the sentences below and choose the option A, B, C, or D that arranges them into a logical paragraph or letter. (0.4 point)

Question 23. Choose the correct order of the sentences to form a meaningful letter about family routines:
a. Dear Mai, I am writing to tell you about my family's weekly routine.
b. First, we all gather on Saturday mornings to do housework together.
c. After finishing our tasks, we usually prepare a big lunch and chat happily.
d. This routine really strengthens our bonds and makes us feel closer.
e. Write back soon and tell me about your family!

Question 24. Choose the correct order of the sentences to form a logical paragraph about reducing waste:
a. Second, buying products with minimal packaging prevents unnecessary waste.
b. There are several effective ways students can reduce daily garbage.
c. First, carrying a reusable water bottle eliminates single-use plastic bottles.
d. In conclusion, small daily actions contribute significantly to a cleaner environment.

Task 2. 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. (1.0 point)

Music plays an essential role in modern youth culture. Many teenagers find that listening to music helps them (25)_____ stress after long hours of studying. Moreover, participating in music competitions allows young talents to show their (26)_____ and passion to a wide audience. In recent years, digital music platforms have made it easier for independent artists to (27)_____ their albums directly to listeners around the world. Community concerts are also organized frequently to (28)_____ money for environmental and social causes. By combining art with social responsibility, young people are proving that music is not only entertainment, but also a powerful tool for (29)_____ positive change in society.

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Task 3. 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. (1.2 points)

Living a green lifestyle has become a popular trend among young families today. Instead of relying heavily on motor vehicles, many people are choosing to cycle or walk for short distances. This change not only reduces air pollution in urban areas but also improves personal health and physical fitness.

In the home, families are implementing energy-saving measures to lower their utility bills and protect natural resources. Simple actions like switching off lights when leaving a room, using energy-efficient light bulbs, and turning off electrical appliances completely rather than leaving them on standby mode can lead to significant energy savings over time. Furthermore, reducing food waste by planning meals carefully and composting organic scraps helps decrease the volume of garbage sent to municipal landfills.

Another crucial aspect of green living is eco-friendly shopping. Consumers are becoming increasingly conscious of the environmental footprint left by the products they purchase. Many shoppers now prefer goods made from recycled materials or packaged in biodegradable containers. By supporting green businesses and refusing single-use plastics, individuals actively contribute to preserving planet Earth for future generations.

Question 30. What is the passage mainly about?

Question 31. According to paragraph 1, cycling or walking for short trips helps to _____.

Question 32. The word "implementing" in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to _____.

Question 33. The word "them" in paragraph 2 refers to _____.

Question 34. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in paragraph 2 as an energy-saving action?

Question 35. Which of the following can be inferred from paragraph 3?

PART IV. WRITING (3.0 points)

Task 1. Rearrange the given words or phrases to make complete, grammatically correct sentences. (1.0 point)

Question 36. doing / Family members / housework / should share / to strengthen / their bonds.

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Question 37. a green lifestyle / We / to lower / our carbon footprint / should adopt.

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Question 38. attracted / thousands of / The music concert / yesterday / young music lovers.

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Question 39. at the moment / My sister / is preparing / for dinner / the fresh vegetables.

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Task 2. Rewrite each of the following sentences in such a way that it means exactly the same as the original sentence provided. (2.0 points)

Question 40. My father last planted trees in our garden two months ago.
$\rightarrow$ My father hasn't .......................................................................................................................................

Question 41. Volunteers clean the local beach every Sunday morning.
$\rightarrow$ The local beach ...........................................................................................................................................

Question 42. My mother forces me to finish my household tasks before I go out with friends.
$\rightarrow$ My mother makes ......................................................................................................................................

Question 43. Nam worked hard on his project, so he won first prize in the eco-competition.
$\rightarrow$ Because Nam ................................................................................................................................................

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HƯỚNG DẪN CHẤM VÀ ĐÁP ÁN

ĐỀ KIỂM TRA GIỮA HỌC KỲ I — MÔN TIẾNG ANH 10

(Mã đề: 103)

A. BẢNG ĐÁP ÁN TRẮC NGHIỆM (7,0 điểm)

Mỗi câu trắc nghiệm đúng được:
- Phần I (Nghe): 0,20 điểm/câu (10 câu = 2,0 điểm).
- Phần II (Ngôn ngữ): 0,20 điểm/câu (12 câu = 2,4 điểm).
- Phần III (Đọc): 0,20 điểm/câu (13 câu = 2,6 điểm).

B. HƯỚNG DẪN CHẤM PHẦN VIẾT (3,0 điểm)

C. NỘI DUNG BÀI NGHE (LISTENING TRANSCRIPTS)

Script 1 (Task 1 — Questions 1–5):

Lan: Hi Mark! I noticed you rode your bicycle to school today instead of getting a motorbike lift from your dad.
Mark: Hi Lan! Yes, I've decided to cycle every day now. It helps reduce air pollution and keeps me active.
Lan: That's wonderful! My family is also trying to live greener. We recently stopped buying single-use plastic bottles and started using refillable flasks.
Mark: That makes a big difference. We also separate our rubbish at home into organic waste, paper, and plastic so it can be recycled easily.
Lan: Exactly! Our school's green club is planning a tree-planting activity next month to make the campus greener.
Mark: Count me in! Small daily habits really do add up to protect our environment.

Script 2 (Task 2 — Questions 6–10):

Radio Host: Welcome back to 'Cultural Voices'! Today, we are exploring how traditional folk music is gaining fresh popularity among Vietnamese youth.
Musician Minh: Hello! I'm Minh, a high school student and a dan bau player. Many people think teenagers only like modern pop, but blending traditional instruments with modern beats creates a unique and powerful sound.
Radio Host: That's inspiring! How has your youth club supported this passion?
Musician Minh: For the past two years, our club has hosted free weekly workshops teaching traditional instruments to young music lovers.
Radio Host: What's next for your group?
Musician Minh: Next Saturday, we are performing an outdoor concert in the central city square to raise funds for local environmental projects. Everyone is welcome to join!