Trường THCS Quỳnh Mai

ĐỀ CƯƠNG ÔN TẬP KIỂM TRA GIỮA KỲ 1 MÔN TIẾNG ANH 9

Năm học: 2021- 2022

I. LÝ THUYẾT:
1. Chủ đề từ vựng + đọc hiểu: Local environment, city life, teen stress and pressure
2. Ngữ pháp:
- Liên từ độc lập (and, or, but, so, however/ nevertheless, … ) và liên từ phụ thuộc (although/
though/ even though, so that/ in order that, because/since/as, after, before, as soon as, when, while…)
- Câu trực tiếp -> câu gián tiếp
- Phrasal verbs: pass down, live on, deal with, close down, face up to, get on with, come back, turn
down, find out, look through, get up, bring out, keep up with, look forward to, run out of, set up, take
over, turn up, get on, get on with, think over, cheer up, apply for, go on, grow up, take off, pull
down, show around, …
- Question words + to V (Dùng để diễn tả những tình huống khó hoặc không chắc chắn)
- Question words + to V (Dùng trong câu gián tiếp ở dạng câu hỏi nói về cái gì đó nên được làm)
- Whether/If + to V (Dùng trong câu gián tiếp để kể lại câu hỏi Yes/No)

II. DẠNG BÀI:

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

1. A. pollution B. traffic C. fabulous D. serious

2. A. affect B. consider C. expect D. recognize
3. A. resident B. condition C. famous D. climate
4. A. fascinating B. negative C. convenient D. vehicle
5. A. livable B. surprise C. safety D. educate
6. A. decision B. emotion C. action D. attraction
7. A. challenge B. opinion C. childhood D. guidance
8. A. homework B. minute C. expect D. pressure

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct word whose underlined part differs from the
other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
1. A. fabulous B. capital C. fashionable D. regular
2. A. breathe B. birthday C. thought D. thousand
3. A. adolescence B. decision C. experience D. calm
4. A. walked B. attracted C. stopped D. laughed
5. A. impress B. scientific C. remind D. handicraft
6. A. souvenirs B. tourists C. workshops D. bracelets
7. A. embarrassed B. delighted C. disappointed D. frustrated
8. A. emotional B. period C. negative D. decision

PART II: VOCABULARY & GRAMMAR

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions .
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1. The artisans in craft villages in Bat Trang usually .……….clay to make tradition pots.
A. mould B. weave C. knit D. carve
2. There are many ………………..of pottery in this traditional craft village.
A. parts B. things C. pieces D. objects
3. Bat Trang is one of the most ………………..traditional craft villages of Ha Noi.
A. famous B. old C. cheap D. artistic
4. My parents ……………..up their business when they were young and they are quite successful
now.
A. made B. set C. started D. went
5. Is Uncle Ho’s Mausoleum a place of …………………..of Hanoi? Yes, it is.
A. transport B. village C. interest D. industry
6. Visiting the old quarters in Hanoi is my ……………experience during my stay here.
A. believable B. typical C. forgettable D. memorable
7. What are the greatest ……………………………in the capital city of Hanoi?
A. attractions B. drawbacks C. transport D. factors
8. The public transport in this famous city is very convenient and …………………
A. crowded B. reliable C. busy D. historic
9. There is a great…………. of things and foods from different countries that you can find in this
lovey city.
A. many B. lots C. plenty D. variety
10. We feel…………………..because of travelling across different time zones after a long flight
back to Vietnam.
A. bored B. pleased C. tired D. nervous
11. The gallery downtown has regular exhibitions of both ………..and traditional art.
A. modern B. historic C. ancient D. crowded
12. My grandfather likes reading this newspaper because it has a lot of …….….news.
A. rural B. modern C. international D. urban
13. We like the food in Hoi An because it is delicious and ………………..
A. expensive B. exciting C. affordable D. hot
14. Nothing is worse than being ………..in a traffic jam during peak hour in big cities.
A. stayed B. trapped C. packed D. stuck
15. China is by far the most ………………….country in the world.
A. metropolitan B. populous C. busy D. rural
16. The two countries haven’t been successful to ………………………the conflicts over the past
few months.
A. resolve B. deal C. make D. finish
17. Youngsters sometimes ……take risks experiencing the new things in their lives.
A. make B. give C. take D. do
18. I used to ask for my mother’s ………………..when I had some emotional problems at secondary
school.
A. question B. guidance C. support D. advice
19. This is the most important ………………..that I have ever made in my life.(make-> made->
made)
A. instruction B. Decision (make decision) C. action D. explanation
20. It’s too noisy outside. The little boy finds it hard to ………………on his homework.
A. concentrate/focus +on B. do C. continue D. complete
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the underlined part that need corrections in each of the
following questions.
1. Mary was determined to leave (A) the office by (B) 4:30 for catching (C) early train home (D).
2. I often look into (A) new words in (B) the dictionary whenever (C) I don’t know their (D)
meanings.
3. Even (A) on the most careful (B) prepared trip (C), problems will sometimes (D) develop.
4. The existence (A) of many stars in the sky lead (B) us to suspect that there may be (C) life on
another (D) planet.
5. It is believed (A) that in the near future (B) robots will be used to doing (C) things such as (D)
cooking. -> be used to do
6. My father used to give (A) me a good advice (B) whenever (C) I had a problem (D).
7. The teacher asked him why (A) hadn’t he done (B) his homework, but (C) he said nothing (D).
8. Although his family is (A) poor, but (B) he studies (C) very well (D).
9. The package (A) must be wrapped (B) carefully before (C) it is post (D).
10. I am (A) very interesting (B) in problems caused (C) by pollution (D). -> interested

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the
underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
1. Many people took part in Loykrathong Festival in Thailand last year.
A. attended B. supported C. visited D. went to
2. It’s easy to get on well with neighbourhood in the countryside. People are all friendly and willing
to help each other.
A. to work together with B. to be a helpful friend of
C. to have a friendly relationship with D. to exchange goods with
3. Nam would like to find out more about the customs and traditions of Tay people.
A. to see B. to look for C. to learn D. to watch
4. To tell the truth it’s a bit weird being out here on my own.
A. common B. good C. strange D. usual
5. WWF is a non-profit organization that protects the wildlife.
A. making no money at all B. not working for money
C. earning a lot of money D. needing no money
6. What do you like doing in your leisure time! - I often listen to music and play basketball with my
friends.
A. working time B. holiday time C. free time D. break time
7. Exercising will help you stay in shape.
A. slim B. chubby C. keep fit D. tall
8. Lynn found the whole situation hilarious.
A. extremely funny B. white funny
C. extremely safe D. quite safe
9. Ancestor worshipping plays a significant role in Vietnamese culture.
A. important B. unimportant C. minor D. active
10. He is hooked on football so much that he goes to every match of his favourite team.
A. is interested in B. is fed up with C. is tired of D. is in favour of

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
1. He took off my wet boots and made me sit by the fire.
A. went on B. moved on C. put on D. carried on
2. Thank God, you’re here is a very entertaining comedy programme based on an Australian TV
show.
A. interesting B. unhappy C. sad D. boring
3. Can you please turn up the volume? I can't hear anything.
A. turn on B. turn off C. turn down D. turn into
4. My brother wants to become a professional swimmer, so he practices swimming every day.
A. lazy B. poor C. bad D. amateurish
5. Linh often wastes money in buying clothes that she just wears a few times.
A. spends B. pays C. saves D. makes
6. Lan enjoys living in the country side because it is very quiet.
A. silent B. noisy C. loud D. peaceful
7. Melbourne is quite a safe city to live in.
A. peaceful B. secure C. dirty D. dangerous
8My friend is givens mart phone as a present on her 12 birthday
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A. quick B. modern C. old D. stupid

9. Modern technology has now improved our life in all aspects.
A. updated B. advanced C. outdated D. new
10. Our children and grandchildren might not have a green world to live in if we keep polluting the
environment.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the sentence that best completes each of the following
exchanges.
1. “Shall we have a coffee?” “_ ____. I have to go.”
A. Sorry I can't B. Not at all C. Good idea D. With pleasure 
2. Would you like to have dinner with me?' 
A. Yes, I would B. Why not? C. I'd love to. D. It's doesn't matter. 
3. “___________?" "That's a good idea.'
A. Won't you go out for dinner B. Why don’t we go out for dinner? 
C. Do you mind going out for dinner D. Could you please go out for dinner 
4. “Where shall we go for our holiday?” “___________” 
A. I never mind. B. Oh, that would be great.
C. I'm glad to hear that. D. What about Spain?
5. “It's a lovely day. Shall we go for a walk?” “___________ .”
A. No problem B. All right C. You're right D. Enjoy yourself 
6. “Do you mind if I use your phone?” “__________ _”
A. No, please do B. I'd love to C. Yes, please D. My pleasure 
7. “I passed the entrance exam into Le Hong Phong.” “_________” 
A. Good luck B. Congratulations C. How well D. Thank goodness 
8. Would you like something to drink?' “_______ I'm thirsty.”
A. Yes, I would B. No, thanks C. Yes, please D. Certainly
9. – I suggest going to Nha Trang on the weekend. - _______________________
A. That’s a fine day. B. That’s a good idea. C. That’s a trip. D. That’s a reason.
10. – I wish I could visit your village again some day, Ba. - ______________________
A. Too true. B. You are always welcome! C. Yes, let’s. D. What a day!

PART III: READING

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
Bill Gates is the co-founder of Microsoft, the world's largest PC software company. He is among the
richest people in the world. Bill Gates' interest in computers started when he was a teenager. After
high school, he was accepted to several top colleges in the USA: Harvard, Yale, and Princeton. He
chose to go to Harvard to study law. At Harvard, he focused more on his interest in computers than
on coursework. He often relaxed by playing video games in Harvard's computer lab. He left Harvard
before graduating because he wanted to open a software company with his friend Paul Allen.
However, he later said, ‛I don't think dropping out is a good idea.' In 2007, he received an honorary
degree from Harvard. He began his speech by saying this to his father in the audience. ‛I've been
waiting more than 30 years to say this: Dad, I always told you I'd come back and get my degree.' Bill
Gates is no longer working full time for Microsoft. He is now, with his wife, running The Bill &
Melinda Gates Foundation which aims to improve healthcare, reduce poverty, and promote education
around the world.
1. When did Bill Gates first develop his interest in computers?
A. during his teenage years 
B. when he went to university
C. when he was at nursery school
2. What did he study at Harvard University?
A. computer science
B. business
C. law 
3. What did he often do to relax while at Harvard?
A. play sports
B. play video games 
C. go to parties
4. Why did he drop out of Harvard?
A. because he was ill
B. because he wanted to study at another university
C. because he wanted to start a software company 
5. What did he receive from Harvard in 2007?
A. an honorary degree 
B. a job
C. a company
6. What is the purpose of The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation?
A. law
B. healthcare, poverty reduction, and education 
C. computer software

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to
each of the questions
Life in the big city is face-paced, fun and exciting. There are countless job opportunities and
activities to occupy your time. However, with the good, there also comes the bad. Although the big
city has more job opportunities; there are also more people competing for a single job. This can make
your job search frustrating. Oddly enough, you will see hundreds, if not thousands of jobs available
each week, but you still might remain unemployed, especially when the economy is down. In
addition, the cost of living is typically higher in big cities, and it can cost you an arm and a leg for a
small apartment in a decent area of the city, not to mention other costs to fulfill your basic demands.
Diversity is a good thing, but the amount of people can be a bit overwhelming if you are not
accustomed to it. There will always be crowds and always be people around. Moreover, traffic can
be a nightmare in the big city. It can get so bad that it can turn you into an evil person. If you hate
driving in traffic, then the big city life is not for you. Heavy traffic also contributes to the pollution,
which is one of the biggest disadvantages of living in the city. Obviously, our health is affected most
with certain diseases relating to respiratory system and other body parts. A lot of premature deaths
are supposed to be the result of long-term exposure to small particles. Most importantly, there is
always more crime in a big city, causing you second case your decision for living in a big city. You
are much more likely to be a victim of a crime living in a big city than in a small town.
1. According to the passage, some good things of living in the city are .
A. excellent educational system and recreational activities
B. excellent educational system and countless job opportunities
C. countless job opportunities and activities to occupy your time
D. a lot of kinds of entertainment and shopping centers
2. While big cities have more job opportunities, it also give .
A. more competition for a single job
B. higher salary
C. growing economic crisis
D. greater chances of being unemployed
3. What does the phrase “cost an arm and a leg” mean?
A. your legs and arms have good value B. cost a small amount of money
C. you must work hard to earn money D. cost a lot of money
4. According to the paragraph, city is not a perfect place for .
A. extroverted people B. introverted people
C. people who hate driving in traffic D. people who prefer a busy life
5. In the big city, people tend to when traffic is getting heavy.
A. go crazy B. get enough time to relax
C. wait a bit longer D. slow down themselves
6. Which of the following sentences is NOT true?
A. Pollution causes health problems.
B. Cities are always crowded.
C. It costs a lot of money to live in a big city.
D. Crime is not a serious problem in big cities.

PART IV: WRITING

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences.
1. Elizabeth was writing a note to her friend. The train arrived.
A. Elizabeth was writing a note to her friend as soon as the train arrived.
B. After the train arrived, Elizabeth was writing a note to her friend.
C. The train arrived while Elizabeth was writing a note to her friend.
D. Elizabeth was writing a note to her friend whenever the train arrived.
2 The water is very cold in January. We go swimming anyway.
A. When the water is very cold in January, we go swimming anyway.
B. As the water is very cold in January, we go swimming anyway.
C. The water is very cold in January if we go swimming anyway.
D. Although the water is very cold in January, we go swimming anyway.
3. The water was very rough. The lifeguards made all of the swimmers leave the water.
A. Since the water was very rough, the lifeguards made all of the swimmers leave the water.
B. The water was very rough so that the lifeguards made all of the swimmers leave the water.
C. The water was very rough because the lifeguards made all of the swimmers leave
D The lifeguards made all of the swimmers leave the water though the water was very rough.
4. Mike goes jogging two miles every morning. Then he gets ready for work.
A. Mike goes jogging two miles every morning after he gets ready for work.
 B. Mike goes jogging two miles every morning before he gets ready for work.
C. Mike goes jogging two miles every morning as soon as he gets ready for work.
D. Mike goes jogging two miles every morning when he gets ready for work.
5. You need to plan your trip to South America carefully. You don’t spend all your money too
quickly.
A. You need to plan your trip to America carefully so that you don’t spend all your money too
quickly.
B. You need to plan your trip to America carefully although you don’t spend all your money too
quickly.
C. You need to plan your trip to America carefully as you don’t spend all your money too
quickly.
D. Even though you need to plan your trip to America carefully, you don’t spend all your money
too quickly.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the
following question
1. “ I’m sorry I have to leave so early” he said
A. He apologized for having to leave early
B. He apologize that he has to leave early
C. He apologizes for having to leave early
D. He apologize for having to leave early
2. “Why don’t you put a better lock on the door?" said John.
A. John suggested to put a better lock on the door.
B. John asked why not putting a better lock on the door.
C. John suggested putting a better lock on the door.
D. John made us put a better lock on the door.
3. Although his legs were broken, he managed to get out of the car before it exploded.
A. Despite his legs to be broken, he managed to get out of the car before it exploded.
B. Despite his broken legs, he was able to get out of the car before exploding.
C. Despite his legs were broken, he managed to get out of the car before it exploded.
D. Despite his broken legs, he was able to get out of the car before it exploded.
4. In spite of all our efforts, we failed in the final match.
A. Although we tried very hard, we failed in the final match.
B. We made all our efforts so that we could gain success in the final match.
C. Whatever efforts we had made, we weren’t able to win in the final match.
D. We failed in the final match as a result of all our great efforts.

5. Elizabeth was writing a note to her friend. The train arrived.

a. Elizabeth was writing a note to her friend as soon as the train arrived.
b. After the train arrived, Elizabeth was writing a note to her friend.
c. The train arrived while Elizabeth was writing a note to her friend.
d. Elizabeth was writing a note to her friend whenever the train arrived.
6. The water is very cold in January. We go swimming anyway.
a. When the water is very cold in January, we go swimming anyway.
b. As the water is very cold in January, we go swimming anyway.
 c. The water is very cold in January if we go swimming anyway.
d. Although the water is very cold in January, we go swimming anyway.
7. The water was very rough. The lifeguards made all of the swimmers leave the water.
a. Since the water was very rough, the lifeguards made all of the swimmers leave the water.
b. The water was very rough so that the lifeguards made all of the swimmers leave the water.
c. The water was very rough because the lifeguards made all of the swimmers leave
d. The lifeguards made all of the swimmers leave the water though the water was very rough.
8. Mike goes jogging two miles every morning. Then he gets ready for work.
a. Mike goes jogging two miles every morning after he gets ready for work.
b. Mike goes jogging two miles every morning before he gets ready for work.
c. Mike goes jogging two miles every morning as soon as he gets ready for work.
d. Mike goes jogging two miles every morning when he gets ready for work.

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