SỐ GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO TRƯỜNG THPT GLOBAL SUCCESS
ĐỀ THI GIỮA HỌC KỸ I - NĂM HỌC 2026 - 2027
MÔN: TIẾNG ANH 10 (Global Success)
Thời gian làm bài: 60 phút (Không kể thời gian phát đê)
Mã đề thi: 101
Họ và tên thí sinh: ............................................................
Số báo danh: ................................ Lớp: ................................
Điểm bài thi: ............ / 10.0
Lời phê của giáo viên: ............................................................
(Để thi gồm 04 trang - 35 câu trắc nghiệm + 08 câu tự luận)
PART I: LISTENING (10 questions - 2.0 points)
Section 1 (Questions 1–5): Listen to a conversation between Nam and Mai about music preferences and school talent shows. Choose the best answer A, B, C, or D for each question. You will hear the recording twice.
Question 1. What type of music does Mai enjoy listening to the most?
A. Heavy metal and rock
B. Pop and traditional folk music
C. Classical symphonies
D. Electronic dance music (EDM)
Question 2. Why is Nam planning to participate in the upcoming school music contest?
A. To win a large cash prize
B. To become a professional singer immediately
C. To showcase his guitar skills and gain confidence
D. Because his music teacher forced him to join
Question 3. What musical instrument does Mai practice every weekend?
A. The acoustic guitar
B. The violin
C. The piano
D. The drums
Question 4. According to Nam, how does listening to music help him during his daily study routine?
A. It helps him fall asleep faster.
B. It reduces stress and enhances his concentration.
C. It makes him forget his homework.
D. It helps him talk to his friends online.
Question 5. What do Nam and Mai decide to do together for the school talent show?
A. Form a duet and perform an eco-friendly theme song
B. Organize a food stall
C. Write a musical play about history
D. Dance in a hip-hop group
Section 2 (Questions 6–10): Listen to a short talk about green living and reducing carbon footprints. Choose the best answer A, B, C, or D for each question. You will hear the recording twice.
Question 6. What is the main topic of the speaker's talk?
A. How to build expensive solar power plants
B. Simple daily actions to adopt a green lifestyle and protect the environment
C. The history of plastic production
D. How to travel around the world cheaply
Question 7. According to the speaker, what is a primary cause of high carbon footprints in households?
A. Planting too many trees in the garden
B. Wasting electricity and relying heavily on single-use plastic products
C. Walking to school instead of driving
D. Recycling paper and glass containers
Question 8. What eco-friendly habit does the speaker strongly encourage students to build?
A. Throwing trash into rivers
B. Buying new clothes every week
C. Turning off electrical appliances when not in use and carrying reusable water bottles
D. Burning household rubbish in open air
Question 9. Why is sorting organic and recyclable waste important?
A. It reduces landfill waste and promotes effective recycling processes.
B. It makes the garbage bins look colorful.
C. It increases the cost of waste disposal.
D. It takes more time for janitors to clean.
Question 10. What message does the speaker emphasize in the conclusion?
A. Environmental protection is only the government's duty.
B. Small daily changes by individuals can create a huge positive impact on the planet.
C. Students are too young to adopt green habits.
D. Plastic bags are better than cloth bags.
PART II: LANGUAGE (12 questions - 2.4 points)
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Question 11. In my family, my mother usually ___ responsibility for preparing meals, but today my father ___ dinner for all of us.
A. takes / is cooking
B. is taking / cooks
C. took / has cooked
D. take / was cooking
Question 12. Look at those dark clouds! It ___ heavily in a few minutes, so we should cancel our outdoor eco-cleanup event.
A. is going to rain
B. rains
C. will rain
D. rained
Question 13. My parents always make me _____ my room and finish all household chores before I go out with my friends.
A. to clean
B. cleaning
C. clean
D. cleaned
Question 14. Young music talents in our city decided ___ a charity concert to raise money for homeless children.
A. organizing
B. to organize
C. organize
D. organized
Question 15. Every year, millions of plastic bottles _____ into the ocean, which severely damages marine ecosystems.
A. were thrown
B. throw
C. are thrown
D. are throwing
Question 16. Doing chores together strengthens family bonds, ___ it also teaches children valuable life skills.
A. or
B. but
C. so
D. and
Question 17. Mr. Hoang is the main _____ of his family; he works hard from morning till night to support his wife and children.
A. homemaker
B. breadwinner
C. volunteer
D. contestant
Question 18. Adopting an ___ lifestyle helps reduce household waste and protects the environment for future generations.
A. eco-friendly
B. ungrateful
C. inexperienced
D. indifferent
Question 19. Many young contestants join national ___ shows to showcase their vocal abilities and pursue a musical career.
A. climate
B. footprint
C. talent
D. routine
Question 20. Doing household chores gives teenagers a sense of ___ and teaches them how to care for others.
A. responsibility
B. responsible
C. responsibility
D. irresponsibility
Question 21. We should show deep ___ to our parents for their continuous love, sacrifices, and encouragement.
A. disadvantage
B. gratitude
C. indifference
D. obstacle
Question 22. Planting more trees in urban areas helps lower carbon ___ and improves air quality significantly.
A. bond
B. appliances
C. footprint
D. character
PART III: READING (13 questions - 2.6 points)
Section 1: Text & Letter Rearrangement (Questions 23–24)
Choose the correct arrangement of sentences to make a meaningful text or letter.
Question 23. Arrange the following sentences to make a complete paragraph about family routines:
b. Having regular family routines brings numerous benefits to every household member.
a. Secondly, sharing chores helps children develop important life skills and a sense of responsibility.
c. Finally, doing daily tasks together creates memorable experiences and strengthens family bonds.
d. Firstly, eating dinner together allows family members to share their daily stories and release stress.
e. Therefore, every family should establish and maintain positive daily routines.
A. b-d-a-c-e
B. b-a-d-c-e
C. d-a-c-b-e
D. e-b-d-a-c
Question 24. Arrange the following sentences to make a meaningful letter asking for advice on green lives
a. First, my school is launching an eco-friendly project to reduce single-use plastic waste.
b. Dear Green Life Club,
c. Could you please give me some advice on how to motivate my classmates to adopt a green lifestyle?
d. I am writing to ask for your suggestions on environmental protection activities.
e. Best regards, Nam.
A. b - d - a - c - e
B. b - a - d - c - e
C. d - b - a - c - e
D. b - c - d - a - e
Section 2: Cloze Reading (Questions 25–29)
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 25 to 29.
Protecting the environment is one of the most urgent issues facing humanity today. Every individual can make a significant contribution to environmental protection by changing simple daily habits. First of all, households should reduce their energy consumption by turning (25) ___ electrical appliances when they are not in use. Secondly, people are encouraged to adopt eco-friendly habits such as sorting waste and recycling paper, glass, and plastic. In addition, using public transportation or cycling instead of driving personal motorbikes helps to minimize carbon (26) ___ in big cities. Many schools and community organizations are also setting (27) ___ green projects to raise public awareness. If everyone takes action together, we (28) ___ a cleaner and healthier planet for future generations. Remember that small actions, when multiplied by millions of people, (29) ___ a huge difference to our world.
Question 25.
A. on
B. off
C. up
D. down
Question 26.
A. footprint
B. footprinting
C. footprints
D. footprinted
Question 27.
A. up
B. off
C. in
D. out
Question 28.
A. created
B. create
C. will create
D. were creating
Question 29.
A. make
B. do
C. take
D. pay
Section 3: Reading Comprehension (Questions 30–35)
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 30 to 35.
Music has always been an integral part of human culture, serving as a powerful medium for emotional expression, social bonding, and cultural preservation. From ancient folk melodies to modern digital compositions, music possesses the unique ability to connect people across different languages and geographic boundaries.
In recent years, television talent shows such as 'The Voice' and 'American Idol' have transformed the global music industry. These popular programs provide a platform for undiscovered artists to showcase their musical talent to millions of viewers. Many young singers who started their journey on TV contests have successfully launched professional careers and achieved international stardom. Moreover, live musical events and music festivals bring diverse communities together, fostering a strong sense of unity and shared joy.
Beyond entertainment, scientific research has demonstrated that music plays a crucial role in mental health and cognitive development. Listening to calming melodies can significantly reduce stress, lower anxiety levels, and improve mood. For young learners, studying a musical instrument enhances memory capacity, concentration, and spatial intelligence. In many educational systems, music education is integrated into the curriculum to promote creative thinking and personal growth. Therefore, appreciating music is not merely a leisure activity, but an essential component of a balanced and healthy life.
Question 30. What is the main idea of the passage?
A. The history of ancient folk instruments
B. The diverse roles and benefits of music in human society
C. How TV talent shows select their winners
D. The negative effects of modern music on teenagers
Question 31. According to paragraph 2, TV talent shows help undiscovered artists by ___.
A. offering them free university scholarships
B. giving them a platform to showcase talent to millions of viewers
C. buying them expensive instruments
D. teaching them how to play acoustic guitar
Question 32. The word 'fostering' in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to _____.
A. destroying
B. encouraging and developing
C. preventing
D. ignoring
Question 33. The word 'they' in paragraph 2 refers to _____.
A. television talent shows
B. professional singers
C. undiscovered artists
D. international viewers
Question 34. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in paragraph 3 as a benefit of music?
A. Reducing stress and lowering anxiety
B. Enhancing memory capacity and concentration
C. Helping people cure severe physical diseases completely
D. Promoting creative thinking in young learners
Question 35. Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?
A. Music is only useful for professional musicians.
B. Listening to music is a waste of time for high school students.
C. Music education contributes positively to both emotional and intellectual development.
D. Modern digital music is better than ancient folk music.
PART IV: WRITING (08 questions - 3.0 points)
Section 1: Sentence Rearrangement (4 questions - 1.0 point)
Rearrange the given words and phrases to form grammatically correct and meaningful sentences.
Question 36. in my family / responsibility for / both my parents / taking / share / household chores / .
Answer: ............................................................................................................................
Question 37. eco-friendly products / reduce / we should / to / our carbon footprint / use / .
Answer: ............................................................................................................................
Question 38. at the moment / is preparing / in the kitchen / a delicious meal / my mother / .
Answer: ............................................................................................................................
Question 39. young contestants / showcase / on TV talent shows / their musical skills / to / perform / .
Answer: ............................................................................................................................
Section 2: Sentence Transformation (4 questions - 2.0 points)
Rewrite each of the following sentences in such a way that it means exactly the same as the sentence printed before it.
Question 40. My brother started working as a volunteer for an environmental organization two years ago.
⇒ My brother .....................................................................................................................
Question 41. Volunteers plant hundreds of young trees in the local park every weekend.
⇒ Hundreds of young trees ..................................................................................................
(Structure: Passive Voice (Present Simple))
Question 42. My father allowed me to participate in the school music contest last week.
⇒ My father let ..................................................................................................................
(Structure: allow sb to do sth -> let sb do sth (Bare infinitive))
Question 43. Doing household chores together is beneficial, and it strengthens family bonds.
⇒ Not only ........................................................................................................................
(Structure: Compound / Inversion structure (Not only... but also...))
APPENDIX: ANSWER KEY & LISTENING TRANSCRIPT
I. ANSWER KEY & MARKING SCHEME
No. | Key | No. | Key | No. | Key | No. | Key | No. | Key |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | B | 8 | C | 15 | C | 22 | C | 29 | A |
2 | C | 9 | A | 16 | D | 23 | A | 30 | B |
3 | C | 10 | B | 17 | B | 24 | A | 31 | B |
4 | B | 11 | A | 18 | A | 25 | B | 32 | B |
5 | A | 12 | A | 19 | C | 26 | A | 33 | A |
6 | B | 13 | C | 20 | A | 27 | A | 34 | C |
7 | B | 14 | B | 21 | B | 28 | C | 35 | C |
II. WRITING MODEL ANSWERS (3.0 points)
Section 1: Sentence Rearrangement (0.25 pt / sentence)
36. Both my parents share responsibility for taking household chores in my family.
(or: In my family, both my parents share responsibility for taking household chores.)
37. We should use eco-friendly products to reduce our carbon footprint.
38. At the moment, my mother is preparing a delicious meal in the kitchen.
(or: My mother is preparing a delicious meal in the kitchen at the moment.)
39. Young contestants perform on TV talent shows to showcase their musical skills.
Section 2: Sentence Transformation (0.5 pt / sentence)
40. My brother has worked as a volunteer for an environmental organization for two years.
41. Hundreds of young trees are planted in the local park by volunteers every weekend.
42. My father let me participate in the school music contest last week.
43. Not only is doing household chores together beneficial, but it also strengthens family bonds.
III. LISTENING TRANSCRIPT
Section 1 Transcript (Music & School Talent Show):
Nam: Hi Mai! You look excited today. Are you listening to music on your headphones?
Mai: Hi Nam! Yes, I'm listening to a new album by my favorite pop group. I love pop music and traditional folk songs because they make me feel energetic and relaxed after a long day at school.
Nam: That's great! By the way, have you heard about our school's upcoming talent show next month?
Mai: Yes, I saw the announcement on the bulletin board. Are you going to join, Nam?
Nam: I think so! I want to showcase my acoustic guitar skills on stage. Performing in front of an audience will help me gain more confidence, even though I'm a bit nervous.
Mai: That's fantastic! I practice the piano every weekend at home. Maybe we could perform together?
Nam: That sounds like a wonderful idea! Music always helps me reduce stress and enhances my concentration while studying. If we team up, we can write an eco-friendly theme song for the show!
Mai: I agree! Let's start practicing tomorrow after class!
Section 2 Transcript (Green Living & Carbon Footprints):
Speaker: Good morning, students! Today I would like to talk to you about simple, daily actions we can take to adopt a green lifestyle and protect our environment. Many people believe that environmental protection requires huge financial investments, but that is a common misconception.
One of the primary causes of high carbon footprints in households is electrical waste and the overuse of single-use plastic containers. Every day, thousands of plastic bags and bottles are thrown into landfills, taking hundreds of years to decompose.
To combat this problem, I strongly encourage every student to build eco-friendly habits. Always turn off electrical appliances when leaving a room, and carry a reusable water bottle to school instead of buying plastic bottles. In addition, sorting household waste into organic and recyclable materials is essential because it reduces landfill waste and promotes recycling.
Remember, environmental protection is not just the government's duty; small daily changes made by each individual can create a huge positive impact on our planet. Start living green today!
