ĐỀ SỐ 3 ĐỀ LUYỆN THI VÀO LỚP 10

(NINH BÌNH)

PART A: PHONETICS
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.
1. A. campaigns B. wastes C. dangers D. vacations
2. A. decorative B. homage C. consistent D. technology
3. A. delivered B. delayed C. dismissed D. returned
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.
4. A. ex’plain B. su’pply C. pro’tect D. ‘borrow
5. A. de’licious B. ‘decorate C. ‘natural D. ‘luxury
PART B: VOCABULARY
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to
each of the following questions.
6. They had to __________ the music because it was disturbing the neighbors.
A. go on B. turn down C. give up D. deal with
7. The local government is introducing together __________ to preserve historical
sites.
A. steps B. actions C. plans D. measures
8. The lack of rainfall this year has ___________ affected crops in the south.
A. helpfully B. necessarily C. negatively D. newly
9. I find it hard to write ___________ time pressure.
A. on B. under C. down D. with
10. There was no football match on VTV3, so I turned to another ___________.
A. media B. television C. number D. channel
11. E. Coli has proven to be_________ most dangerous bacteria that can be acquired
from food and water, even in developed countries.
A. one of the B. one of C. one D. of one
12. Among its __________ other uses, fresh water is required by humans for drinking
and agriculture.
A. many B. more C. less D. each
13. I think country life is so boring and ____________ because you’re not close to
shops and services.
A. unhealthy B. inconvenient C. comfortable D. peaceful
14. The _______________ in the central square is dedicated the heroes of our
country.
A. monument B. house C. castle D. building
15. It was such a(n) _____________ moment when I forgot to do my homework that
day.
A. helpless B. embarrassing C. pleasant D. exciting
PART C: GRAMMAR
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to
each of the following questions.
16. __________ his busy schedule, he always finds time to help others in need.
A. Although B. Because C. Despite D. Because of
17. I'll call you before I ___________.
A. come B. will come C. am coming D. have come
18. Today we have the Internet, ___________ is something past writers did not
imagine.
A. that B. which C. what D. this
19. We __________ each other since we __________ middle school in 2024.
A. haven’t met - left B. meet – left
C. met - have left D. haven’t meet – left
20. John takes actions __________ in this turn with __________ mistakes than he did
in the previous one.
A. more careful/ more B. more careful/ fewer
C. more carefully/ less D. more carefully/ fewer
21. When she was a child, she ___________ play many kinds of instruments.
A. must B. could C. can D. should
22. This building ___________ in 1980.
A. built B. builds C. was built D. is buil
23. He is_________ better at golf_________ at swimming because he even doesn’t
know how to hit the ball.
A. so – and B. any – so C. much – than D. no – than
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best
completes each of the following exchanges.
24. Linda and her teacher are talking about the mid-term exam.
- Linda's teacher: "You did a really good job on your mid-term exam. Keep going!"
- Linda: "__________.”
A. Yes, sure B. Thank you for your compliment
C. You can say that again D. Yes. Why not?
25. Doris has just taken Emily to the station.
- Emily: "Thank you for giving me a ride to the station.”
- Doris: "__________."
A. You're welcome B. Never mind C. It doesn't matterD. Yeah, OK
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet
to indicate the correct word that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
The Great Pyramid of Giza, one of the world's wonders, has captivated
humanity for (26) __________. Rising proudly from Egypt's sands, it showcases the
(27) __________ of ancient architecture. Created as Pharaoh Khufu's tomb, its
construction puzzles experts. Precisely aligned and built from (28) __________
massive limestone blocks, its secrets remain debated, from ramps to math techniques.
The grandeur of the pyramid (29) __________ everyone’s breath away. Once
nearly 480 feet tall, it comprises 2.3 million limestone blocks. Beyond size, the
pyramid holds cultural value. It's not just a tomb; it symbolizes the pharaoh's might
and divine link. Its precision highlights ancient Egypt's grasp of astronomy and
geometry. (30) __________, The Great Pyramid of Giza stands as a mesmerizing
puzzle and a testament to human skill, echoing the achievements of our past
26. A. days B. months C. years D. ages
27. A. brilliant B. brilliance C. brilliantine D.
brilliantly
28. A. many B. much C. few D. little
29. A. makes B. gains C. takes D. gets
30. A. But B. Still C. Thus D. And
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.
Vietnam, a country steeped in history and culture, has undergone remarkable
transformations over the years. Once scarred by war, the nation now stands as a
thriving example of resilience and development. In the past, Vietnam was torn by
conflict, particularly during the Vietnam War. The war left a lasting impact on the
country, affecting its economy and infrastructure. However, Vietnam's post-war
period marked a turning point. The government embraced economic reforms,
transitioning from a centrally planned economy to a market-oriented one. This shift
led to rapid economic growth, attracting foreign investment and boosting international
trade.
Today, Vietnam's landscape is a blend of ancient traditions and modern
advancements. Bustling cities like Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi boast skyscrapers,
vibrant markets, and buzzing nightlife. The countryside remains picturesque, with
terraced rice fields and traditional villages showcasing the nation's agricultural roots.
Tourism plays a significant role in Vietnam's contemporary identity. The country's
rich heritage, including its UNESCO World Heritage Sites, draws millions of visitors
annually. From the stunning limestone karsts of Ha Long Bay to the ancient town of
Hoi An, Vietnam offers a diverse range of experiences. And that the government is
also trying to keep these proud heritages while developing the economy.
In essence, Vietnam's journey from a war-torn past to a thriving present
highlights its determination and adaptability. The nation continues to evolve,
embracing its history while striving for progress on the global stage.
31. Which can be the best title for the passage?
A. Vietnam's Remarkable Journey B. Vietnam's Economic Transformation
C. Vietnam's Cultural Heritage D. Vietnam's Tourism Industry
32. Which of the following statements is supported by the passage?
A. Vietnam's economy is still heavily reliant on agriculture.
B. Vietnam's tourism industry is focused on its natural beauty.
C. Vietnam's government is committed to preserving its cultural heritage.
D. Vietnam's economic growth has been driven by foreign investment.
33. The phrase "steeped in” in the first sentence is closest in meaning to ________.
A. inclined to B. surrounded by C. influenced by D. saturated
with
34. The word "its” in the last paragraph refers to __________.
A. Vietnam's journey’s B. war-torn past’s
C. Vietnam’s D. thriving present's
35. It can be inferred from the passage that __________.
A. Vietnam's ancient traditions have been replaced by modern advancements.
B. Tourism in Vietnam is primarily focused on modern cities.
C. Vietnam's economy is still recovering gradually from the Vietnam War.
D. Despite rapid development, Vietnam still proudly embraces its identity.
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.
If you enjoy water sports, Hawaii is the place for you. You can go swimming all year
round in the warm water. You can also try some other water sports that are especially
popular in Hawaii surfing snorkeling and scuba diving.
Surfing is a sport which started in Hawaii many years ago. In the native Hawaiian
language, it means "to slick on a wave". If you want to try surfing, you need to be a
good swimmer with excellent sense of balance.
Scuba diving and snorkeling are 2 ways to get close look at the beauty lying below the
surface on the ocean. The waters of the Hawaiian Islands are clean, clear and warm.
They contain hundreds of kinds of colorful fish. Scuba diving allows you to see the
most interesting undersea sights.
Scuba means equipment for breathing and swimming tor under water. If you are
adventurous, you might try snorkeling instead of scuba diving. Less equipment is
needed, just a face mask, a breathing tube (snorkel) and flippers for your feet. It only
takes 3 few minutes to learn how to snorkel.
36. This passage is about ______________.
A. Swimming in Hawaii B. Surfing in Hawaii
C. Scuba diving in Hawaii D. Water sports in Hawaii
37. It can Ire inferred from the passage that ______________.
A. All water sports in Hawaii are expensive
B. You need to take a course for all water sports in Hawaii.
C. Swimming in Hawaii is dangerous
D. It is easy to find a way to enjoy water sports in Hawaii
38. According to the passage, surfing ______________.
A. Very dangerous B. Began in Hawaii many years ago
C. Requires expensive equipment D. Does not require a sense of balance
39. The waters of the Hawaii Islands are ______________.
A. Often quite cold B. Clean, clear and warm
C. Usually very dark D. Full of dangerous fish
40. All of the following equipment is needed for snorkeling EXCEPT
______________.
A. Surfboard B. A face mask C. Flippers D. A breathing
tube
PART E: WRITING
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.
41. "Where are you going to stay when you are in Hue?" Lan asked me.
A. Lan asked me where I am going to stay when I am in Hue.
B. Lan asked me where was I going to stay when I was in Hue.
C. Lan asked me where am I going to stay when I am in Hue.
D. Lan asked me where I was going to stay when I was in Hue.
42. No one in the group is as young as Mai.
A. Mai is the youngest person in the group.
B. Mai is the most young person in the group.
C. Mai is youngest person in the group.
D. Mai isn’t as young as other people in the group.
43. We came to class on time though the traffic was heavy.
A. Despite the traffic was heavy, we came to class on time.
B. Even though the heavy traffic, we came to class on time.
C. In spite of the heavy traffic, we came to class on time.
D. Although the traffic was heavy, but we came to class on time.
44. If you work hard, you will find it easy to get good marks.
A. The hard you work, the easier you will find it to get good marks.
B. The hard you work, the easy you will find it to get good marks.
C. The harder you work, the easier you will find it to get good marks.
D. The harder you work, the easy you will find it to get good marks.
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is
best combined from two given sentences.
45. His academic record at high school was poor. He failed to apply to that
prestigious university.
A. His academic record at high school was poor as a result of his failure to apply to
that prestigious university.
B. Failing to apply to that prestigious university, his academic record at high was
poor.
C. His academic record at high school was poor because he didn’t apply to
that prestigious university.
D. His academic record at high school was poor; as a result, he failed to apply
to that prestigious university.
46. She was the first woman in the Philippines. She was elected as the president of
the country.
A. She was the first woman who is elected as the president of the Philippines.
B. She was the first woman elected as the president of the Philippines.
C. She was the first woman being elected as the president of the Philippines.
D. She was the first woman to be elected as the president of the Philippines.
47. She shouted and screamed for an hour. Then she walked out in tears.
A. Before she shouted and screamed for an hour, she walked out in tears.
B. After shouting and screaming for an hour, she walked out in tears.
C. She shouted and screamed for an hour; yet she walked out in tears.
D. In spite of shouting and screaming for an hour, she walked out in tears.
48. Colour is an important facet of nature. It influences the life of almost every
creature.
A. Influencing the life of almost every creature in nature, colour is important.
B. Colour influencing the life of almost every creature being an important facet of
nature.
C. Colour, which is an important facet of nature, influencing the life of almost every
creature.
D. Colour, which is an important facet of nature, influences the life of almost
every creature.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to
make a meaningful paragraph/ letter in each of the following questions.
49.
a. Over the past few years, I’ve journeyed to various parts of the world, from the
bustling streets of Tokyo to the serene beaches of Bali.
b. My love for adventure and curiosity about different ways of life has fuelled my
desire to explore, making each trip more rewarding than the last.
c. Traveling to new countries and experiencing diverse cultures has always been my
greatest passion.
d. Each destination offers unique adventures, whether it's sampling street food,
exploring historical sites, or connecting with locals who share their stories.
e. In conclusion, being a globetrotter not only enriches my life but also broadens my
perspective, reminding me of the beauty of our diverse world.
A. d-c-b-a-e B. a-b-c-d-e C. b-c-d-e-a D. c-a-d-b-e
50.
Hi Susan,
a. I hope you had a great time with everyone, and I promise to make it up to you soon.
b. Please forgive me for not being there. I’ve been overwhelmed with work and
completely lost track of time.
c. I feel terrible about missing your birthday party last weekend.
d. It was really irresponsible of me not to let you know earlier that I couldn’t make it.
e. Let’s catch up sometime this week if you’re free.
Alex
A. c-a-d-b-e B. a-d-b-c-e C. d-b-a-c-e D. b-e-a-d-c