ĐỀ CƯƠNG KIỂM TRA GIỮA KỲ 2 (KEY)

MÔN: TIẾNG ANH LỚP 10 – Năm học: 2023-2024

PART 1: PHONICS
Find the word which has a different sound in the part underlined.
1. A. equal B. female C. enroll D. educate
2. A. report B. perform C. according D. word
3. A. women B. college C. opportunity D. job
4. A. girls B. works C. degrees D. opportunities
5. A. eliminated B. forced C. worked D. missed

Choose the word which has a different stress pattern from the others.
6. A. ‘suitable B. ‘physical C. fan’tastic D. ‘popular
7. A. ‘organize B. ‘educate C. ‘isolate D. a’bandon
8. A. ‘favourable B. mi’nority C. his’torical D. I’dentity
9. A. capa’bility B. disa’bility C. possi’bility D. associ’ation
10. A. possi’bility B. proba’bility C. ‘characteristic D. perso’nality

PART 2: GRAMMAR AND VOCABULARY

Choose the best option A, B, C or D.
11. True gender equality ________ when both men and women reach a balance between work
and family.
A. can achieve B. should be achieved C. can be achieved D. should achieve

12. That coach ________ four languages: Portugese, Spanish, English, and French.
A. can speak B. is can be speak C. can be speak D. can be
spoken

13. This test ________ the students in one hour.

A. must complete by B. is must be completed
C. must complete D. must be completed by

14. Chocolates and flowers are by far _______ presents for mothers on Mother's Day in the
UK.
A. more popular B. the more popular C. less popular D. the most popular

15. Chuseok is one of _______ celebrations in the Korean calendar when Koreans give thanks
to nature.
A. the most important B. the more important
C. the less important D. more important

16. The more polite you appear to be, _______ your partner will be.
A. the happiest B. the happier
C. the most happily D. the more happily

17. Of the two bridesmaids, Lisa turned out to be _______.

A. the most charming B. the least charming
C. more charming D. the more charming

18. The Korean are _______ than the American in addressing their bosses.
A. more formal B. formal C. most formal D. the most formal

19. There are _______ occasions for giving gifts in modern societies than before.
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 A. less B. more C. the least D. the most

20. June has become _______ month for weddings in many countries when the symbolic
flowers, roses, usually bloom.
A. more popular B. less popular C. the most popular D. the least popular

21. Everyone in the class is expected to participate actively _______ these discussions.
A. on B. at C. of D. in

22. We are aiming _______ bettering economic conditions.

A. to Vo B. at + VING C. on D. for

23. The government must commit itself _______ improving healthcare.

A. on B. at C. of D. to

24. Some people aren’t fully aware ______ gender discrimination in society.
A. on B. at C. of D. with
25. My dream is to become an airline pilot. That’s why I’m focusing ______ maths and
physics, and exercising more to improve my fitness.
A. on B. at C. of D. to

26. They want to _______ their own import-export business.

A. set off B. set out
C. set up THÀNH LẬP = form = establish = create D. set off

27. The programme gives children with disabilities a chance to _______ and benefit from a
quality education.
A. get used to B. get on with
C. get acquaited with D. get access to: TIẾP CẬN

28. We must ______ to deal with the problem before it spreads to other areas.
A. take after: Giống ( bố/ mẹ…) B. take action HÀNH ĐỘNG
C. take responsibility: CHỊU TRÁCH NHIỆM
D. take off: THÁO/ CỞI BỎ/ CẤT CÂNHS

29. The government is committed to achieving ____ADJ___ rights for women.

A. equal B. equally C. equality D. equalize

30. After carrying out economic renovations, Viet Nam achieved remarkable economic
__N_____.
A. grow B. grown C. growth= development =N D. grows

31. Foreign _______ have shown considerable interest in the project.

A. invest B. investors C. investment D. investible

32. Viet Nam has become a more active _______ in the international community.
A. participant: NGƯỜI THAM GIA
B. participation SỰ THAM GIA C. participate D. participants

33. Economists from ______ World Bank have welcomed the decision to lower interest rates
in Viet Nam.
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 A. an B. the C. a D. ᴓ

34. All over the world ______ women are demanding equal opportunities in education and
work.
A. an B. the C. a D. ᴓ
35. International Women’s Day is ______ occasion to make more progressive towards
achieving gender equality.
A. an B. the C. a D. ᴓ

36. UNICEF helps ______ disadvantaged teenagers continue their education.

A. an B. the C. a D. ᴓ

37. The United Nations (UN) _____ in 1945. It is an organisation of most of the world’s
countries.
A. created B. has created C. was created/ formed/ set up/ established
D. has been created

39. Viet Nam became a WTO member in 2007. Since then, our economy ____HTHT___ a
high growth level.
A. has achieved B. achieved C. has been achieved D. was achieved

40. The international market _______ as competitive as it is now.

A. wasn’t B. isn’t C. didn’t D. hasn’t been

The WTO was formed in 1995. It is (41)….. world’s largest international economic
organisation. Viet Nam became a WTO member in 2007. Since then, our (42)…N.. has
achieved a high growth level. Viet Nam has also become more attractive (43)….. foreign
investors.

41. A. the B. a C. an D. ᴓ
42. A. eco’nomic B. eco’nomics C. e’conomy D. economical
43. A. of B. to C. for D. in

BUGHENDERA, Uganda — In this East African country, many young women’s dreams of
earning a university degree and pursuing (44)….. career are being shattered because they
can’t access the contraceptives they need to avoid getting pregnant before they are ready
(45)….. that major life challenge. They are also dying at high rates while pregnant or from
giving birth, especially in rural areas. The situation is emblematic of a broader problem
affecting the futures of young women globally, especially in (46)…ADJ.. countries.

44. A. the B. a C. an D. ᴓ
45. A. of B. to C. for D. in
46. A. developed B. development C. develop D. developing

PART 3: READING
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangment of the
sentences to make a meaningful paragraph/ letter in each of the following questions

47. 5. a. In conclusion, we can improve the environment in our school in many ways and even
small actions can make a big difference.
3. b. Second, we ought to set up more rubbish bins.
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 1.c. There are three things we can do to improve the environment in our school.
4. d. In addition, we should plant more trees.
2. e. First, we should clean up all areas regularly.

A. a-c-b-d-e B. b-d-e-c-a C. c-e-b-d-a D. e-b-d-c-a

48. 6-a. Please let me know if you can come.

3-b. First, we’re going to play in a pool and play paintballing in the garden.
1-c. Hi Linda,
5- d. After that, we’re going to enjoy the birthday cake and sing.
2- f. I’m having a birthday party at my house. It’s on next Saturday and starts at 6 p.m.
4- e. Then in the evening, we’re having BBQ with loads of food.

A. a- c- b- d- f- e B. c-f-b- e-d-a C. b-d-e-c-a-f D. c-b-f-e-d-a

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to choose the word or phrase that best
fits each other numbered blanks.
Your smartphone probably rests right next to you, or even under your pillow every night when
you go to sleep (49)..................................., texts and emails at a moment’s notice. However, what
may seem like a harmless habit to you – jumping into bed and opening up your phone – can
actually (50)...............VO................your overall health.
First of all, checking your phone stimulates the brain and (51).........Vs.............. This, of course,
does not encourage sleep, which is supposed to happen when you are in a relaxed state.
Additionally, studies have found that exposure to the blue light that your smartphone screen emits
can lead to reduced levels of a hormone called melatonin. Melatonin is (52).....ADJ..............your
sleep-wake cycle, so when (53).................. runs low on it, you can experience insomnia, tiredness
during the day, and (54).........................
49. A. to answer calls you’re able so B. so you’re able to answer calls
C. you’re able to answer so calls D. so you’re to answer able calls

50. A. have an impact on big B. impact have a big on

C. a big impact have on D. have a big impact on

51. A. making us stay active and awake B. makes us stay active and awake
C. made us stay active and awake D. makes us to stay active and awake

52. A. responsible for control B. responsible for controlling

C. responsibility for controlling D. response to control

53. A. its body B. their body C. your body D. his body

54. A. other sleep-related health issues B. another health issues sleep-related

C. others sleep-related health issues D. other issues sleep-related health

Choose the correct arrangement of sentences to make a meaningful paragraph / letter.

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55. a. There will be a question-and- answer session with this year's candidates before voting
begins.
b. During this meeting we plan to hold an election for the next LBA president, who will
serve for the coming year.
c. Dear Ms. LeChevre,
We would like to invite you to participate in our upcoming meeting, to be held on
Wednesday, November 17 at 6:00 p.m. at the Hilton Suites.
d. Make sure to review these profiles prior to the meeting.
e. Past presidents will be present to explain the importance of the position and to help
facilitate the voting process.
f. This year we have four members interested in running for this position; please note that
their professional profiles are attached.
A. c -b -d- e- f- a B. c – b - e – f- d – a
C. c – a – e – f – d – b D. c – f – d – e – a

56. a. Besides, the city infrastructure which includes sensors and cameras collects information
about people and their activities, and uses it to provide faster, cheaper, and better services.
b. If you live in a smart city, you will probably agree with me that life is not all good
as some people may think.
c. The good thing about smart cities is that they are very modern.
d. So what are the pros and cons of living in a smart city?
e. Smart technologies make people’s lives easier by reducing household chores.
A. a – e – c – b – d B. b – a – c – d – e
C. d – b – c – a – e D. b – d – c – e – a

57. a. While some people believe that such events occur naturally, I entirely disagree with this
conviction.
b. However, this is currently not the primary factor in the disappearance of most species.
c. For instance, unfiltered industrial gas released from factories brings about acid rains in
the surrounding areas, destroying forests and polluting water sources, which in turn
devastates the homes of wildlife.
d. On the one hand, it is true that several ancient species, such as dinosaurs, were
exterminated due to unavoidable apocalyptic events like asteroid collision and vast
volcanic eruptions.
e. Instead, animals are on the verge of extinction because of negligent human activities in
their natural habitat.
f. Whether or not humans should intervene in the potential extinction of certain species is
still up for debate.
A. e-f-b-a-c-d B. c-e-d-f-a-b C. f-a-d-b-c-e D. f-b-a-d-c-e

57. a. Dear Sirs,

Four months ago, I signed up for a premium membership at Fitness First at a
monthly fee of $55.
b.The locker rooms and swimming pools are poorly maintained and extremely dirty.
c. Since I joined, I have been extremely disappointed in the Fitness First's facilities and
staff.
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 d. When I signed up, I was told that I was free to cancel my membership at any time, for
any reason, with no extra payment.
e. The Jacuzzi has been out of order for more than a month and repairs on it have not even
begun.
A. a- e- d- b- c B. a- d- c- b- e
C. a- d- b- e- c D. a- c- d- b- e

58. a. We discuss the questions and guess the answers. It's great fun every time we get a
correct answer.
b. Dinners are important for us since we share our daily experiences and talk about the
latest news.
c. First, my family always have dinner together.
d. Second, we watch our favourite game show on TV together every Friday evening.
e. Hi Dong,
How are you getting on? In your last email you asked me about my family routines.
f. Well, we have quite a few routines to help us learn life skills and build family bonds, but
I’ll tell you about the main ones.
A. e – c – b- a – d – f B. e – f – c – d – b- a
C. e – c – f – a – b – d D. e – f – c – b – d – a

59. a.Welcome to our club meeting. As you know, we are organising a Go Green Weekend
event next Sunday.
b. The Clean-up Team will be responsible for cleaning the central park in our town.
c. The Donation Team will collect used items from local people
d. Then they will have to sort and put them into the correct bags.
e. Before presenting the event schedule, let me briefly tell you about the teams and
activities.
f. They will pick up rubbish, bottles, plastic bags, anything that's lying around.
A. f – c – b – a -d – e B. a – b – f – c – d- e
C. a – e – b – f – c – d D. e – c- d – b – f – a

60. a. Thereby, we can make the waste collection easier.

b. Second, we ought to set up more rubbish bins.
c. There are three things we can do to improve the environment in our school. First, we
should clean up all areas reg
ularly.
d. By doing this, we can keep our environment clean, beautiful, and safe for everyone.
e. For example, we can organise clean-up activities at weekends.
f. For instance, we can put more rubbish bins in the school gate, in front of each building,
or in the playground
A. c – f – d – b – a – e B. c – e – f – b- d – a C. c – e – d – b – f – a
D. c – d – e – b – a – f

61. a. So what time shall I come to your place?

b. Hi Mai,
Thanks for your message and for inviting me to your house for lunch.
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 c. Do you want me to bring anything else? Just let me know
d. I'm free on Sunday and will be happy to visit you.
e. I'll definitely bring some fresh mangos from our garden.
f. See you soon,
Linda
A. b – d – e – c – a – f B. b – d – a – e – c – f
C. b – a – d – e – c – f D. b – c – e – a – d - f

Read the passage and choose the best option for each numbered blank.
61. Most people think that housework is boring and is the responsibility of wives and mothers
only. Many parents don't ask their children to do housework so that they have more time to play
or study. (1) ________, studies show doing chores is good for children.
Kids who do housework develop important life skills that they will need for the rest of their lives.
Doing the laundry, cleaning the house, (2) __VING______ are among the important skills that
children will need when they start their own families. These are the things that schools cannot
fully teach, (3) ________. Sharing housework also helps young people learn (4) _____TO V___.
They know that they have to try to finish their tasks even though they do not enjoy doing them.
(5) ________. When doing housework, they learn to appreciate all the hard work their parents do
around the house for them. In addition, doing chores together helps strengthen family bonds,
creating special moments between children and parents. It makes children feel they are members
of a team.
All in all, doing housework can bring a lot of benefits to children. It teaches them life skills and
helps build their character. Therefore, parents should encourage their kids to share the housework
(6) ________ as well as the good of the whole family.
(1) A. Thereforce B. So C. However D. Moreover

(2) A. and studying hard B. and water the flowers

C. and taking care of others D. and take responsibility

(3) A. because it's important for children to learn foreign languages

B. so it's important for children to learn them at home
C. although children don’t want to do
D. that’s why their parents are not happy.
(4) A. to take responsibility B. doing necessary skills
C. sharing chores with others D. to do homework successfully
(5) A. Which helps children develop their abilities and skills
B. Helping children develop well
C. It makes children understand more about life.
D. Doing chores also helps develop children's gratitude to their parents
(6) A. for their own good B. for them to learn better
C. to be kind D. to grow quickly

62. Life expectancy has generally increased over the past few decades, and some people enjoy a
longer and healthier life than others. One possible explanation is that they have healthy lifestyle
habits. (1) ________?

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Start by looking at food labels, (2) ________ to ingredients and nutrients, such as vitamins and
minerals. Avoid having food with too much salt or sugar, (3) ________. Furthermore, add more
fresh fruits and vegetables to your diet, and remember to eat a big breakfast and a small dinner.
If you have not been very active, start exercising slowly, (4) ________. To begin with, choose the
(5) ______ that is suitable for you. Then, start slowly, for example, by doing exercise for only 5
to 10 minutes a day. When your body is ready for more exercise, (6) ________. Finally, exercise
regularly to always keep your body fit and your mind happy.
(1) A. So why can you develop these habits
B. So why do some people enjoy a longer and healthier life than others
C. So how has the life expectancy increased
D. So how can you develop these habits
(2) A. pay attention B. to pay attention C. pay an attention D. paying attention
(3) A. such as fast food B. drinking coffee
C. such as vegetables D. and drinking a lot of water

(4) A. however B. usually

C. but regularly D. indeed

(5) A. type of exercise B. type of food

C. type of equipment D. type of vitamine

(6) A. you can sleep better B. you can work out longer
C. you can run faster D. you can eat more

63. More and more people adopt a (1) ______. It is a choice we make to change to a greener and
more sustainable lifestyle. There are many things you can do (2) ______. Here are some of them.
Turning off your appliances when they are not in use
This is one of the easiest ways to save energy and reduce your carbon footprint. It also helps
reduce energy bills (3) ______ .
Buying products that are grown using more natural organic methods
This helps reduce the use of harmful chemicals in food. Organic food is better for us because it is
safer and healthier. (4) ______.
Cutting down on plastic use
This really helps the environment because it takes many years for plastic waste to break down
into small pieces. (5) ______, and your own refillable bottle instead of buying bottled water.
Recycling as much as possible
This prevents pollution (6) ______ and protects natural resources such as water and trees. So
don't throw away your used household items, but sort and recycle them.
1. A. green lifestyle B. healthy lifestyle
C. active lifestyle D. independent lifestyle
2. A. and becoming healthier B. and became stronger
C. to become an eco-friendly person D. to become an independent person

3. A. and prevent any dangerous situations such as a fire or an explosion.

B. to encourage people to use energy
C. that people don’t want to pay for
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 D. which may make people worry about

4. A. Which is good for your health B. It’s also more expensive

C. We should plant more organic vegetables D. It also tastes better

5. A. Bringing a non-plastic bag when you go to the cinema

B. To make a reusable bag when you go to the market
C. Bring a reusable bag when you go shopping
D. Remember bringing a reusable bag when you go shopping

6. A. because it reduces the need to collect new raw materials

B. although it helps protect the environment
C. so it is easy to reduce carbon footprint
D. as many people can recycle

64. I joined the Volunteer Club when I started secondary school. The club was formed fifteen
years ago, shortly after the school was set up. (1) ______, it has organised various volunteering
activities for all students to participate.
One of the most popular activities of our club is selling handmade items to raise money for the
local orphanage (2) ______. Last year, we also raised over one hundred million VND to help
people in flooded areas. The money (3) ______ to buy warm clothes, blankets, food, and clean
water.
Our club welcomes different types of donations: clothes, picture books, unused notebooks, and
other unwanted items. At the end of each month, we take the donations to the community centre.
Our club also organises afterschool games for the children at the orphanage and concerts for the
old people at the centre. (4) ______, it offers other volunteering activities, such as helping at a
food bank or (5) ______. Volunteering has helped me gain life experiences and find my sense of
purpose in life. (6) ______ . What is more, these activities provide opportunities for me to meet
other teenagers with similar interests and help me build essential life skills.
1. A. However B. Since then C. Therefore D. Moreover

2. A. who doesn’t have a house B. which is organizing a welcome party

C. and homeless old people D. so they can go to school

3. A. was made B. were given C. were raised D. was used

4. A. On the other hand B. Instead C. Meanwhile D. In addition

5. A. give free meals to homeless people B. to offer them some opportunities to get a jo
C. delivering free meals to poor families D. making with new friends

6. A. When I see suffering and hardships, I feel thankful for what I have
B. When young people do volunteer work
C. That makes me feel unhappy
D. If you take part in these activities

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 PART 4: WRITING

1. Write a paragraph ( 120-150 words) about the firefighter’s job. Use these guiding questions
to help you.
- Is the job traditionally done by men or women?
- What are the main responsibilities of the job?
- What qualities do people need for the job?
- Can both men and women do it? Give reasons.

SAMPLE:
The firefighter’s job is traditionally most common for men/ done by men. Firefighter’s
main responsibilities are that they have to take part in putting out the fire immediately.
They must also evacuate the residents from the areas on fire and rescue them and their
possessions from death. Besides knowledge and methods of fire prevention and
extinguishment, firefighters need both physical and mental strength to implement all the
challenging and dangerous tasks and have the ability to work long hours under pressure. In
addition, it is vital that a firefighter work with a team, so he / she needs good teamwork and
communication skills. Although it is traditionally seen as a male job, the number of women
firefighters is increasing now. Women are as physically and mentally strong as men, and
they can participate in preventing and extinguishing fire. In summary, women can make
great firefighters, and everybody will benefit from having both male and female
firefighters.

2. Write a paragraph ( 120-150 words) about kindergarten teacher’s job. Use these guiding
questions to help you.
- Is the job traditionally done by men or women?
- What are the main responsibilities of the job?
- What qualities do people need for the job?
- Can both men and women do it? Give reasons.

Sample answer:
The kindergarten teacher’s job is traditionally most common for women/ done by women.
Kindergarten teacher’s main responsibilities are that they have to look after children’s
health. They must also teach them interesting lessons and guide them how to play safely.
Besides knowledge and methods of teaching, kindergarten teachers need both physical and
mental strength to work long hours under pressure. In addition, it is vital that kindergarten
teachers be kind, gentle and caring to children. A kindergarten teacher works with a team,
so he / she needs good teamwork and communication skills. Although it is traditionally seen
as a female job, the number of men teachers is increasing now. In summary, men can make
great teachers, and everybody will benefit from having both male and female teachers.

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3. Write a paragraph ( 120- 150 words) about benefits for young Vietnamese people as a member
of international organisations. You can use the suggestions below.

Young Vietnamese people have gained three main benefits of Viet Nam becoming a member of
different international organisations / since Viet Nam became a member of different international
organisations .First, they get/ are getting better health care now. UNICEF, for example, has a lot
of programmes to make sure all children get vaccinated to avoid some diseases. Second, the
quality
of education has also improved. Now Viet Nam has a lot of education programmes which are as
good as regional and international ones. This gives teenagers opportunities to get access to
advanced knowledge or exchange education programmes in other countries. Finally, various
career choices are also open to teenagers these days. They are no longer limited to only state-
owned organisations or family-owned businesses. Instead, they may choose to work for global,
local or private companies, depending / which depends on their abilities and preferences. In short,
international organisations have definitely brought more advantages to young people/ teenagers/
students in Viet Nam.

4. Write a paragraph (120-150 words) about an international organization you have learnt about
( Eg.UN, UNICEF, WTO). Use suggetsions below to help you.
What is the name of organisation and when it was formed
What is its role?
How does it help our country? Summary of the benefits

SAMPLE:
UNICEF was created in 1946 to help bring food and medicine to children who suffered
during World War II in Europe. It began as a temporary agency, but became a permanent part of
the United Nations in 1953 due to__ the need for its services around the world. UNICEF's
primary concern is to help governments of developing countries improve the quality of life
for_almost_ one billion children. UNICEF's main office is in the United Nations offices in New
York City, but it also has more than 40 offices and 100 programs_worldwide_. In 1965, UNICEF
won the Nobel Peace Prize for its work helping children and building brighter future.
UNICEF works with governments to provide three kinds of services. First, UNICEF plans
and develops programs in developing countries. These programs serve the community _by___
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providing health care, information about nutrition, basic education, and safe water and sanitation.
Then UNICEF trains people to work in these programs. UNICEF also provides supplies and
equipment that _enable_ the programs to work.

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