UBND TỈNH LAI CHÂU KỲ THI TUYỂN SINH VÀO LỚP 10
SỞ GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO NĂM HỌC 2025-2026
ĐỀ THI CHÍNH THỨC Môn thi: Tiếng Anh (môn chung)
MÃ ĐỀ: 04 Thời gian: 60 phút (không kể thời gian phát đề)
Ngày thi: 26/5/2025
QUESTION I. Choose the letter A, B, C, or D whose underlined part is pronounced differently from that
of the others. (1.0 point)
Question 1. A. grade B. paper C. table D. habit
Question 2. A. destroyed B. performed C. wanted D. combined
Question 3. A. scholarship B choose C. character D. school
Question 4. A. parks B. conditions C. systems D. letters
QUESTION II. Choose the letter A, B. C, or D to complete each of the following questions. (4.5 points)
Question 5. I am looking for a book _______ tells about traditional festival of Asian people.
A. who B. which C. whom D. whose
Question 6. The city council is working on a new plan to improve the local ______ system.
A. transport B. transported C. transportation D. transporting
Question 7. A fire-fighter was injured severely while he ______ to put out a fire.
A. was helping B. helped C. has helped D. helps
Question 8. He decided _______ an English course before going to work in America.
A. taking B. to take C. take D. takes
Question 9. It was raining heavily, ______ the concert hall was full of people.
A. because. B. and C. so D. but
Question 10. Every time Parkas sees a movie made in India, he ________ homesick.
A. is feeling B. felt C. feels D. have felt
Question 11. Your brother passed his driving test last week, ________ ?
A. does he B. did he C. didn't he D. doesn't he
Question 12. I'm interested in ______ to my grandfather. He always tells me great stories.
A. talk B. to talk C. to talking D. talking
Question 13. Vietnamese Independence Day, which is celebrated annually _____ September 29, holds great
significance for all Vietnamese people.
A. on B. in C. at D. from
Question 14. I ________ my best friend again since I went abroad five years ago.
A. don't meet B. didn't meet C. haven't met D. hadn't met
Question 15. The computer I bought last week was a bit______ than I expected, but it was very nice.
A. more expensive B. most expensive C. expensive D. as expensive
Question 16. She said she _________ her grandparents the following week.
A. will visit. B. visited C. visits D. would visit
Question 17. I wish I ________ an electric bike. I'm tired of riding to school every day.
A. have B. will have C. had D. would visit
Question 18. If we ______global warming, more natural disasters will occur.
A. didn’t prevent B. don't prevent C. won't prevent D. wouldn't prevent
Question 19. Canada, the USA, and Russia are big countries, but Russia is ______
A. bigger B. the bigger C. biggest D. the biggest
Question 20. David and Tony are talking on the way home after school.
David: "Why don't we go swimming?" ~ Tony: “ _______________. It's too hot here."
A. That's a good idea B. Never mind C. You're welcome D. I'm glad you like it
Question 21. The city looks like a ______ jungle with ugly buildings and almost no parks.
A. green B. loveable C. tropical D. concrete
Question 22. The local authority tried to ______ private car use but they didn't succeed.
A. cut down on B. look for C. carry out D. hang out with
OUESTION III. Choose the letter A, B, C, or D that needs correction in each of the following questions.
(0.75 point)
Question 23. The woman which is wearing the T-shirt is my friend.
A. The B. which C. wearing D. is
Question 24. One of the biggest problems facing our society are unemployment,
A. One of B. biggest problems C. our D. are
Question 25. I am learning to garnish different dishes to make them more attractively.
A. am B. to garnish C. them D. attractively
QUESTION IV. Read the following passage and choose the letter A, B, C or D to fill in each of the
numbered blanks. (1.25 points)
Natural Wonders of the World
The world is full of incredible natural wonders, each showcasing (26) _____ beauty and uniqueness. The Grand
Canyon in the United States is one of the most famous natural wonders. It is known for its vastness, with layers
of rock that tell the story of Earth's history. The Canyon attracts millions of tourists every year, eager to witness
the breathtaking views.
Another remarkable wonder is the Amazon Rainforest, (27) _____is considered the "lungs of the Earth" because
of its role in producing oxygen. It's home to countless species of plants and animals, many of which have never
been discovered. (28) ______ the rainforest is beautiful, it is also facing major threats due to deforestation and
climate change.
It is important for us to (29) _____ these natural wonders, not just for their beauty, but also for the critical
environmental services they provide. And, there are places like the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, which is
known for its incredible marine life and vibrant coral reefs. These reefs are (30) _____ threatened by rising
ocean temperatures and pollution. Therefore, it is essential that we take actions to protect these incredible
ecosystems before it's too late.
Question 26. A. O (no article) B. a C. an D. the
Question 27. A. who B. which C. where D. that
Question 28. A. But B. Because C. Although D. So
Question 29.A. damage B. protect C. destroy D. balance
Question 30 A. seriously B. more serious C. serious D. seriousness
QUESTION V. Read the following passage and choose the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct
answer to each of the questions (1.25 points)
Twenty years ago, people tried to leave the suburbs for cities but nowadays many people are reluctant to make
such a move. They say that compared to suburban areas, city life has many drawbacks.
The high cost of living is the first disadvantage. The bigger the city is, the higher the living cost is.
Accommodation and petrol are expensive. Food and drinks are also pricey. Apart from that. city people seem to
suffer from more noise and air pollution. The densely populated neighborhoods, busy traffic, and big
construction sites make cities noisy and dusty. These are harmful to people's health, such as increasing their
stress levels, disturbing their sleep and making them suffer from breathing problems.
Lack of space is another drawback of city life. House prices are high in the city, so people tend to live in smaller
houses or in apartment blocks. Many cities lack spaces for outdoor activities; therefore, teenagers often hang out
at shopping malls or in entertainment complexes instead of doing sports outdoors.
The cities authorities are trying to overcome these problems. However, they still have a long way to go before
they can reduce living costs and pollution, and increase green space to make all cities in the world more liveable
places.
Question 31. What is the main topic of this passage?
A. The reasons for moving to the suburbs. B. The high cost of living in cities.
C. The disadvantages of city life. D. The causes of pollution in cities.
Question 32. Why does the author mention "accommodation, petrol, food, and drinks" in paragraph 2?
A. To suggest city people save money. B. To explain how convenient city life is.
C. To describe what city people often lack. D. To give examples of high living costs.
Question 33. What does the word "them" in paragraph 2 refer to?
A. construction sites B. stress levels C. bad effects D. city people
Question 34. According to the passage, teenagers often hang out at shopping malls because
A. they have few places outdoor to play B. they find shopping malls interesting
C. they prefer them to entertainment complexes D. their houses are too small
Question 35. Which of the following is NOT mentioned about city authorities?
A. They are trying to find solutions to city problems.
B. They reduced pollution levels in cities by half last year.
C. They hope to lower the costs of living in cities.
D. They want to solve problems for all the world's cities.
QUESTION VI. Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of
sentences in the following questions (0.Spoint)
Question 36. It was cold and rainy. We managed to go to class on time.
A. Because it was cold and rainy, we managed to go to class on time.
B. Despite it was cold and rainy, we managed to go to class on time.
C. In spite the cold and rain, we managed to go to class on time.
D. Although it was cold and rainy, we managed to go to class on time.
Question 37. Ha Long Bay is one of the most famous landmarks in the world. It is located in Quang Ninh.
A Ha Long Bay is one of the most famous landmarks in the world, which is located in Quang Nimb.
B. Ha Long Bay, which is located in Quang Ninh, is one of the most famous landmarks in the world.
C. Ha Long Bay is one of the most famous landmarks in the world, where is located in Quang Ninh.
D. Ha Long Bay, that is located in Quang Ninh, is one of the most famous landmarks in the world.
QUESTION VII. Mark the letter 4, B, C, or D to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each
of the following questions. (0.75point)
Question 38. The last time Peter ran in a marathon race was when he was 18 years old.
A. Peter didn't run in a marathon race when he was 18 years old.
B. Peter has run in a marathon race since he was 18 years old.
C. Peter started to run in a marathon race when he was 18 years old.
D. Peter hasn't run in a marathon race since he was 18 years old.
Question 39. "When will you start doing your exercises?" my father asked.
A. My father asked me when would I start doing my exercises.
B. My father asked me when I will start doing my exercises.
C My father asked me when I would start doing my exercises.
D. My father asked me when will I start doing my exercises.
Question 40. If we don't take steps to preserve natural resources, the planet will be in danger.
A. Unless we take steps to preserve natural resources, the planet would be in danger.
B. Unless we don't take steps to preserve natural resources, the planet would be in danger.
C. Unless we take steps to preserve natural resources, the planet will not be in danger.
D. Unless we take steps to preserve natural resources, the planet will be in danger.
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ĐÁP ÁN
UBND TỈNH LAI CHÂU KỲ THI TUYỂN SINH VÀO LỚP 10
SỞ GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO NĂM HỌC 2025-2026
ĐỀ THI CHÍNH THỨC Môn thi: Tiếng Anh (môn chung)
MÃ ĐỀ: 04 Thời gian: 60 phút (không kể thời gian phát đề)
Ngày thi: 26/5/2025
QUESTION I. Choose the letter A, B, C, or D whose underlined part is pronounced differently from that
of the others. (1.0 point)
Question 1. A. grade B. paper C. table D. habit
Question 2. A. destroyed B. performed C. wanted D. combined
Question 3. A. scholarship B choose C. character D. school
Qnestion 4. A. parks B. conditions C. systems D. letters
QUESTION II. Choose the letter A, B. C, or D to complete each of the following questions. (4.5 points)
Question 5. I am looking for a book _______ tells about traditional festival of Asian people.
A. who B. which C. whom D. whose
Question 6. The city council is working on a new plan to improve the local ______ system.
A. transport B. transported C. transportation D. transporting
Question 7. A fire-fighter was injured severely while he ______ to put out a fire.
A. was helping B. helped C. has helped D. helps
Question 8. He decided _______ an English course before going to work in America.
A. taking B. to take C. take D. takes
Question 9. It was raining heavily, ______ the concert hall was full of people.
A. because. B. and C. so D. but
Question 10. Every time Parkas sees a movie made in India, he ________ homesick.
A. is feeling B. felt C. feels D. have felt
Question 11. Your brother passed his driving test last week, ________ ?
A. does he B. did he C. didn't he D. doesn't he
Question 12. I'm interested in ______ to my grandfather. He always tells me great stories.
A. talk B. to talk C. to talking D. talking
Question 13. Vietnamese Independence Day, which is celebrated annually _____ September 29, holds great
significance for all Vietnamese people.
A. on B. in C. at D. from
Question 14. I ________ my best friend again since I went abroad five years ago.
A. don't meet B. didn't meet C. haven't met D. hadn't met
Question 15. The computer I bought last week was a bit______ than I expected, but it was very nice.
A. more expensive B. most expensive C. expensive D. as expensive
Question 16. She said she _________ her grandparents the following week.
A. will visit. B. visited C. visits D. would visit
Question 17. I wish I ________ an electric bike. I'm tired of riding to school every day.
A. have B. will have C. had D. would visit
Question 18. If we ______global warming, more natural disasters will occur.
A. didn’t prevent B. don't prevent C. won't prevent D. wouldn't prevent
Question 19. Canada, the USA, and Russia are big countries, but Russia is ______
A. bigger B. the bigger C. biggest D. the biggest
Question 20. David and Tony are talking on the way home after school.
David: "Why don't we go swimming?" ~ Tony: “ _______________. It's too hot here."
A. That's a good idea B. Never mind C. You're welcome D. I'm glad you like it
Question 21. The city looks like a ______ jungle with ugly buildings and almost no parks.
A. green B. loveable C. tropical D. concrete
Question 22. The local authority tried to ______ private car use but they didn't succeed.
A. cut down on B. look for C. carry out D. hang out with
OUESTION III. Choose the letter A, B, C, or D that needs correction in each of the following questions. (0.75
point)
Question 23. The woman which is wearing the T-shirt is my friend.
A. The B. which C. wearing D. is
Question 24. One of the biggest problems facing our society are unemployment,
A. One of B. biggest problems C. our D. are
Question 25. I am learning to garnish different dishes to make them more attractively.
A. am B. to garnish C. them D. attractively
QUESTION IV. Read the following passage and choose the letter A, B, C or D to fill in each of the numbered
blanks. (1.25 points)
Natural Wonders of the World
The world is full of incredible natural wonders, each showcasing (26) _____ beauty and uniqueness. The Grand
Canyon in the United States is one of the most famous natural wonders. It is known for its vastness, with layers
of rock that tell the story of Earth's history. The Canyon attracts millions of tourists every year, eager to witness
the breathtaking views.
Another remarkable wonder is the Amazon Rainforest, (27) _____is considered the "lungs of the Earth" because
of its role in producing oxygen. It's home to countless species of plants and animals, many of which have never
been discovered. (28) ______ the rainforest is beautiful, it is also facing major threats due to deforestation and
climate change.
It is important for us to (29) _____ these natural wonders, not just for their beauty, but also for the critical
environmental services they provide. And, there are places like the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, which is
known for its incredible marine life and vibrant coral reefs. These reefs are (30) _____ threatened by rising
ocean temperatures and pollution. Therefore, it is essential that we take actions to protect these incredible
ecosystems before it's too late.
Question 26. A. O (no article) B. a C. an D. the
Question 27. A. who B. which C. where D. that
Question 28. A. But B. Because C. Although D. So
Question 29.A. damage B. protect C. destroy D. balance
Question 30 A. seriously B. more serious C. serious D. seriousness
QUESTION V. Read the following passage and choose the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to
each of the questions (1.25 points)
Twenty years ago, people tried to leave the suburbs for cities but nowadays many people are reluctant to make
such a move. They say that compared to suburban areas, city life has many drawbacks.
The high cost of living is the first disadvantage. The bigger the city is, the higher the living cost is.
Accommodation and petrol are expensive. Food and drinks are also pricey. Apart from that. city people seem to
suffer from more noise and air pollution. The densely populated neighborhoods, busy traffic, and big
construction sites make cities noisy and dusty. These are harmful to people's health, such as increasing their
stress levels, disturbing their sleep and making them suffer from breathing problems.
Lack of space is another drawback of city life. House prices are high in the city, so people tend to live in smaller
houses or in apartment blocks. Many cities lack spaces for outdoor activities; therefore, teenagers often hang out
at shopping malls or in entertainment complexes instead of doing sports outdoors.
The cities authorities are trying to overcome these problems. However, they still have a long way to go before
they can reduce living costs and pollution, and increase green space to make all cities in the world more liveable
places.
Question 31. What is the main topic of this passage?
A. The reasons for moving to the suburbs. B. The high cost of living in cities.
C. The disadvantages of city life. D. The causes of pollution in cities.
Question 32. Why does the author mention "accommodation, petrol, food, and drinks" in paragraph 2?
A. To suggest city people save money. B. To explain how convenient city life is.
C. To describe what city people often lack. D. To give examples of high living costs.
Question 33. What does the word "them" in paragraph 2 refer to?
A. construction sites B. stress levels C. bad effects D. city people
Question 34. According to the passage, teenagers often hang out at shopping malls because
A. they have few places outdoor to play B. they find shopping malls interesting
C. they prefer them to entertainment complexes D. their houses are too small
Question 35. Which of the following is NOT mentioned about city authorities?
A. They are trying to find solutions to city problems.
B. They reduced pollution levels in cities by half last year.
C. They hope to lower the costs of living in cities.
D. They want to solve problems for all the world's cities.
QUESTION VI. Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences
in the following questions (0.Spoint)
Question 36. It was cold and rainy. We managed to go to class on time.
A. Because it was cold and rainy, we managed to go to class on time.
B. Despite it was cold and rainy, we managed to go to class on time.
C. In spite the cold and rain, we managed to go to class on time.
D. Although it was cold and rainy, we managed to go to class on time.
Question 37. Ha Long Bay is one of the most famous landmarks in the world. It is located in Quang Ninh.
A Ha Long Bay is one of the most famous landmarks in the world, which is located in Quang Nimb.
B. Ha Long Bay, which is located in Quang Ninh, is one of the most famous landmarks in the world.
C. Ha Long Bay is one of the most famous landmarks in the world, where is located in Quang Ninh.
D. Ha Long Bay, that is located in Quang Ninh, is one of the most famous landmarks in the world.
QUESTION VII. Mark the letter 4, B, C, or D to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the
following questions. (0.75point)
Question 38. The last time Peter ran in a marathon race was when he was 18 years old.
A. Peter didn't run in a marathon race when he was 18 years old.
B. Peter has run in a marathon race since he was 18 years old.
C. Peter started to run in a marathon race when he was 18 years old.
D. Peter hasn't run in a marathon race since he was 18 years old.
Question 39. "When will you start doing your exercises?" my father asked.
A. My father asked me when would I start doing my exercises.
B. My father asked me when I will start doing my exercises.
C My father asked me when I would start doing my exercises.
D. My father asked me when will I start doing my exercises.
Question 40. If we don't take steps to preserve natural resources, the planet will be in danger.
A. Unless we take steps to preserve natural resources, the planet would be in danger.
B. Unless we don't take steps to preserve natural resources, the planet would be in danger.
C. Unless we take steps to preserve natural resources, the planet will not be in danger.
D. Unless we take steps to preserve natural resources, the planet will be in danger.
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