SỞ GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO HÀ NỘI
TRƯỜNG THCS NGUYỄN DU
Đề chính thức
ĐỀ KIỂM TRA GIỮA HỌC KỲ I
NĂM HỌC 2024 - 2025
Môn: Tiếng Anh – Lớp 9
Thời gian làm bài: 60 phút (không kể thời gian phát đề)
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.
A. pottery
B. protect
C. concrete
D. council
Câu 2.
A. handicraft
B. community
C. confident
D. specialty
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.
A. metro
B. suburb
C. artisan
D. conflict
Câu 4.
A. anxiety
B. optimistic
C. facility
D. historical
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. The artisans in Bat Trang village are trying to ______ traditional pottery techniques to the younger generation.
A. hand down
B. look around
C. cut down on
D. come down with
Câu 6. Minh is wondering ______ to ask for advice on his exam stress.
A. who
B. which
C. why
D. what
Câu 7. The public transport system in our city is becoming much more ______ than it was five years ago.
A. reliable
B. rely
C. reliably
D. reliability
Câu 8. If you want to maintain good physical health, you should ______ fast food and sugary drinks.
A. get on with
B. cut down on
C. run out of
D. look forward to
Câu 9. ______ modern facilities a city offers, ______ life becomes for its residents.
A. The more / the more convenient
B. The most / the most convenient
C. More / more convenient
D. As more / as convenient
Câu 10. Many teenagers suffer from mental problems because they do not know how to manage their ______ effectively.
A. priority
B. time
C. habit
D. exercise
Câu 11. Lan didn't know ______ the traditional conical hat from because there were so many souvenir shops.
A. where buy
B. where buying
C. where to buy
D. where bought
Câu 12. You ______ stay up late playing computer games before an examination; it causes fatigue and anxiety.
A. shouldn't
B. don't have to
C. can
D. might not
Câu 13. After the walking tour around the old town, we decided to ______ the local market to buy some specialties.
A. pass down
B. drop in on
C. take care of
D. keep up with
Câu 14. High living costs and constant traffic congestion are among the biggest ______ of living in a megacity.
A. advantages
B. amenities
C. drawbacks
D. attractions
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. Mai and Phong are talking about their weekend plan.
Mai: "Why don't we visit Van Phuc silk village this Saturday?"
Phong: "______"
A. You're welcome.
B. That sounds great! I'd love to.
C. Not at all.
D. Yes, let's not.
Câu 16. Tom is giving advice to his friend who is overwhelmed with schoolwork.
Tom: "You look so exhausted, Huy. Take a short break and get some fresh air."
Huy: "______"
A. Don't mention it.
B. Yes, I am very pleased.
C. Thanks for your advice. I will.
D. It doesn't matter at all.
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 17. The local authority is trying to preserve the age-old customs and festivals in our commune.
A. protect
B. destroy
C. forget
D. invent
Câu 18. Living in a bustling city like Hanoi offers young people numerous opportunities for self-development.
A. quiet
B. lively
C. peaceful
D. boring
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 19. Staying optimistic during difficult times will help teenagers overcome stress and achieve better results.
A. positive
B. confident
C. pessimistic
D. cheerful
Câu 20. The new elevated railway has made travel during rush hours much more convenient for commuters.
A. comfortable
B. unsuitable
C. modern
D. troublesome
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 21. The pottery artisan showed us how make a clay vase by hand.
A. pottery
B. showed
C. how make
D. by hand
Câu 22. The busier the roads are, more dangerous it is for pedestrians.
A. The busier
B. are
C. more dangerous
D. for
Câu 23. In order to live a healthy lifestyle, teenagers must to balance their study and relaxation.
A. live
B. must
C. their study
D. relaxation
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to choose the word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 24 to 28.
Living in a large city brings many benefits, but it also presents a lot of challenges for teenagers. On the one hand, young people have easy access to modern educational facilities, recreational centers, and excellent medical services. Public transport systems like buses and underground metros help them (24) ______ easily without relying on their parents.
On the other hand, urban life can be overwhelming. Due to intense competition at school and the fast pace of urban life, many teens experience high levels of stress and (25) ______. Furthermore, green spaces are often limited because tall buildings and concrete complexes dominate the skyline. Therefore, it is essential for teenagers to know (26) ______ their daily routines. They should establish a well-balanced diet, get enough sleep, and take part in outdoor activities regularly. Participating in community work also allows teens to feel (27) ______ to their neighborhood and build healthy relationships with people around them. In short, (28) ______ city life has its disadvantages, teenagers can still flourish if they develop good life skills.
Câu 24.
A. get around
B. get off
C. get over
D. get up
Câu 25.
A. peacefulness
B. anxiety
C. pleasure
D. confidence
Câu 26.
A. when organize
B. what to organize
C. how to organize
D. why organizing
Câu 27.
A. related
B. connected
C. separated
D. distant
Câu 28.
A. because
B. despite
C. although
D. however
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 29 to 33.
Traditional craft villages have played an indispensable role in preserving Vietnamese culture throughout centuries. Across the country, thousands of villages specialize in distinct crafts such as silk weaving, bronze casting, woodwork, and pottery. These craft villages not only produce daily utensils and ornamental goods but also reflect the history, soul, and creative talents of local communities.
Bat Trang, an ancient pottery village situated on the outskirts of Hanoi, is one of the most remarkable examples. Established over seven hundred years ago, the village is renowned for producing ceramics of superior quality. Skilled artisans rely on ancestral formulas to mix raw clay, shape delicate vessels on turning wheels, and apply unique glazes. Each porcelain item is carefully fired in high-temperature kilns, resulting in intricate decorative patterns.
In recent years, craft villages have faced numerous obstacles. The rapid influx of mass-produced industrial merchandise has reduced the domestic demand for handmade products. Moreover, many young people migrate to dynamic metropolitan centers in search of higher-paying office occupations, leaving few successors to inherit centuries-old family trades.
To tackle these problems, local governments and communities are combining traditional crafts with eco-tourism. Tourists can now visit workshops, try their hand at molding clay or weaving fabrics, and purchase authentic souvenirs directly from creators. By reinventing themselves, these villages not only sustain their economic livelihoods but also safeguard invaluable national heritage for future generations.
Câu 29. What is the main idea of the passage?
A. The history and decline of Bat Trang pottery village.
B. How industrial merchandise is manufactured in Vietnam.
C. The significance, challenges, and preservation of Vietnamese craft villages.
D. Why young generations prefer living in major urban cities.
Câu 30. According to paragraph 2, what makes Bat Trang ceramics well-known?
A. They are made entirely using automated modern machines.
B. They are crafted by skilled artisans using traditional techniques and unique glazes.
C. They are sold at the cheapest prices compared to other craft villages.
D. They were designed exclusively by foreign craftsmen seven centuries ago.
Câu 31. The word "metropolitan" in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to ______.
A. city
B. rural
C. suburban
D. mountainous
Câu 32. The word "their" in paragraph 4 refers to ______.
A. problems
B. tourists
C. workshops
D. craft villages
Câu 33. Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?
A. Traditional craft villages reflect the cultural identity of Vietnamese people.
B. Craft villages never experience competition from factory-made goods.
C. Many youngsters leave their hometowns to pursue well-paid jobs in cities.
D. Combining handicraft production with tourism helps sustain traditional villages.
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 34. "Where should I get vaccinated against the flu?" asked Mai.
A. Mai asked where to get vaccinated against the flu.
B. Mai asked where she should got vaccinated against the flu.
C. Mai wondered where gets vaccinated against the flu.
D. Mai told me where to get vaccinate against the flu.
Câu 35. You are not allowed to smoke in any public area around the hospital.
A. You don't have to smoke in public areas around the hospital.
B. You mustn't smoke in any public area around the hospital.
C. You shouldn't smoke if you visit the hospital.
D. You might not smoke in any public area around the hospital.
Câu 36. As a city becomes more crowded, the air quality becomes worse.
A. The more crowded a city is, the worse the air quality becomes.
B. The most crowded a city is, the worst the air quality becomes.
C. The more a city is crowded, the more bad the air quality becomes.
D. More crowded a city is, worse the air quality becomes.
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 37. Nam exercises every morning. He wants to keep fit and reduce anxiety.
A. Nam exercises every morning so that he can keep fit and reduce anxiety.
B. Nam exercises every morning because he wants keeping fit and reduce anxiety.
C. Although Nam exercises every morning, he keeps fit and reduces anxiety.
D. Nam exercises every morning in order that to keep fit and reduce anxiety.
Câu 38. The artisan was very tired. However, he tried to finish the wood carving before dawn.
A. Even though the artisan was very tired, but he tried to finish the wood carving before dawn.
B. In spite of being very tired, the artisan tried to finish the wood carving before dawn.
C. The artisan was very tired because he tried to finish the wood carving before dawn.
D. Despite the artisan was very tired, he tried to finish the wood carving before dawn.
Câu 39. She doesn't know who she should contact in case of an emergency.
A. She doesn't know who to contact in case of an emergency.
B. She doesn't know who contacting in case of an emergency.
C. She doesn't know to who contact in case of an emergency.
D. She doesn't know who will contact in case of an emergency.
Câu 40. He spent too much time scrolling through social media. He failed his midterm test.
A. If he didn't spend too much time on social media, he wouldn't fail his midterm test.
B. Because of spending too much time scrolling through social media, he failed his midterm test.
C. He failed his midterm test so he spent too much time scrolling through social media.
D. In spite of failing his midterm test, he spent too much time scrolling through social media.
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HƯỚNG DẪN CHẤM VÀ ĐÁP ÁN CHI TIẾT
MÔN: TIẾNG ANH 9 – GIỮA HỌC KỲ I
(Thang điểm 10,0 – Mỗi câu đúng được 0,25 điểm)
BẢNG ĐÁP ÁN TRẮC NGHIỆM
Câu | Đ/A | Câu | Đ/A | Câu | Đ/A | Câu | Đ/A |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | B | 11 | C | 21 | C | 31 | A |
2 | D | 12 | A | 22 | C | 32 | D |
3 | C | 13 | B | 23 | B | 33 | B |
4 | B | 14 | C | 24 | A | 34 | A |
5 | A | 15 | B | 25 | B | 35 | B |
6 | A | 16 | C | 26 | C | 36 | A |
7 | A | 17 | A | 27 | B | 37 | A |
8 | B | 18 | B | 28 | C | 38 | B |
9 | A | 19 | C | 29 | C | 39 | A |
10 | B | 20 | D | 30 | B | 40 | B |
GIẢI THÍCH CHI TIẾT CÁC CÂU HỎI
Câu | Đáp án | Giải thích chi tiết |
|---|---|---|
1 | B | A. /ˈpɒtəri/, B. /prəˈtekt/, C. /ˈkɒŋkriːt/, D. /ˈkaʊnsəl/. Chữ "o" ở đáp án B phát âm là /ə/, các đáp án còn lại là /ɒ/ hoặc /aʊ/. |
2 | D | A. /ˌhændiˈkrɑːft/, B. /kəˈmjuːnəti/, C. /ˈkɒnfɪdənt/, D. /ˈspeʃəlti/. Chữ "c" ở D phát âm là /ʃ/, các từ còn lại phát âm là /k/. |
3 | C | A. /ˈmetrəʊ/ (trọng âm 1), B. /ˈsʌbɜːb/ (trọng âm 1), C. /ˌɑːtɪˈzæn/ hoặc /ˈɑːtɪzæn/ (từ 3 âm tiết), D. /ˈkɒnflɪkt/ (trọng âm 1). Ở đây artisan trọng âm rơi vào âm tiết thứ 3 (hoặc xét từ 3 âm tiết so với các từ 2 âm tiết). |
4 | B | A. /æŋˈzaɪəti/ (trọng âm 2), B. /ˌɒptɪˈmɪstɪk/ (trọng âm 3), C. /fəˈsɪləti/ (trọng âm 2), D. /hɪˈstɒrɪkl/ (trọng âm 2). |
5 | A | hand down: truyền lại (kiến thức, nghề thủ công cho đời sau - Unit 1). |
6 | A | Dùng đại từ chỉ người who kết hợp với to-infinitive để diễn tả "hỏi ai lời khuyên". |
7 | A | Sau động từ become và từ chỉ mức độ much more cần một tính từ: reliable (đáng tin cậy - Unit 2). |
8 | B | cut down on: cắt giảm (thức ăn nhanh, đồ ngọt - Unit 3). |
9 | A | Cấu trúc so sánh kép: The more + N... , the more + adj + S + V... (Unit 2). |
10 | B | Cụm từ manage one's time: quản lý thời gian (Unit 3). |
11 | C | Cấu trúc từ để hỏi kết hợp động từ nguyên mẫu có to: where to buy (Unit 1). |
12 | A | shouldn't dùng để đưa ra lời khuyên không nên làm gì (thức khuya chơi game - Unit 3). |
13 | B | drop in on: ghé thăm nơi nào đó / ai đó một lúc. |
14 | C | drawbacks: mặt hạn chế, nhược điểm của đô thị (Unit 2). |
15 | B | Đáp lại lời đề nghị "Why don't we...?" bằng sự đồng thuận: "That sounds great! I'd love to." |
16 | C | Đáp lại lời khuyên chăm sóc sức khỏe một cách lịch sự: "Thanks for your advice. I will." |
17 | A | preserve = protect: gìn giữ, bảo tồn các phong tục truyền thống. |
18 | B | bustling = lively: nhộn nhịp, sôi động (nói về thành phố - Unit 2). |
19 | C | optimistic (lạc quan) >< pessimistic (bi quan - Unit 3). |
20 | D | convenient (thuận tiện) >< troublesome (phiền toái, rắc rối). |
21 | C | Sửa how make thành how to make (từ để hỏi + to V). |
22 | C | Sửa more dangerous thành the more dangerous (cấu trúc The + so sánh hơn..., the + so sánh hơn...). |
23 | B | Sau động từ khuyết thiếu must là V-nguyên thể không to, bỏ "to" hoặc sửa thành have to balance. |
24 | A | get around: đi lại quanh thành phố (Unit 2). |
25 | B | anxiety: sự lo âu, căng thẳng tâm lý (Unit 3). |
26 | C | how to organize: cách tổ chức, sắp xếp công việc hàng ngày. |
27 | B | connected to: gắn kết, kết nối với cộng đồng xung quanh (Unit 1). |
28 | C | Although + mệnh đề: Mặc dù cuộc sống thành thị có nhược điểm... |
29 | C | Bài văn nói về ý nghĩa văn hóa, thách thức hiện nay và giải pháp du lịch để bảo tồn làng nghề truyền thống. |
30 | B | Đoạn 2 nêu rõ đồ gốm Bát Tràng nổi tiếng nhờ nghệ nhân tài hoa với kĩ thuật thủ công và men độc đáo. |
31 | A | metropolitan (thuộc về đô thị, thành phố lớn) = city. |
32 | D | "their" thay thế cho danh từ số nhiều craft villages (các làng nghề). |
33 | B | Câu B sai vì đoạn 3 nêu làng nghề gặp sự cạnh tranh khốc liệt từ hàng công nghiệp sản xuất hàng loạt (influx of mass-produced industrial merchandise). |
34 | A | Rút gọn câu gián tiếp với từ để hỏi: where should I get... -> where to get vaccinated. |
35 | B | not allowed to = mustn't (chỉ sự cấm đoán). |
36 | A | So sánh kép: The more crowded..., the worse... (Unit 2). |
37 | A | Kết hợp chỉ mục đích: S + V + so that + S + can + V. |
38 | B | In spite of being + adj tương đương với Even though + S + V (chú ý A sai vì thừa "but", D sai vì sau Despite là mệnh đề). |
39 | A | Rút gọn mệnh đề danh ngữ: who she should contact -> who to contact. |
40 | B | Nguyên nhân - kết quả: Because of + V-ing.... |
