SỞ GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO …
Đề thi Học kì 1 – Friends Global
Năm học 2024 – 2025
Môn: Tiếng Anh 10
Thời gian làm bài: 60 phút
(Không kể thời gian phát đề)
(Đề số 2)
I. LISTENING
Task 1. LISTEN to audio 2.1 and MATCH the speakers (1-3) with their correct situations (A-D). There is ONE situation that you DON’T NEED.
- Speaker 1
- Speaker 2
- Speaker 3
A. is confused about directions given by a stranger.
B. feels nervous before performing in a competition.
C. is sharing their opinion on a school project.
D. becomes frustrated because they can’t solve a problem with their computer.
Task 2. LISTEN to audio 2.2 about how social media affects teenagers and WRITE T (True) or F (False) for the following statements (1-7).
- Social media can have both positive and negative effects on teenagers.
- Teenagers spend less time on social media now than in the past.
- Social media helps teenagers connect with friends and family.
- Some studies show that excessive use of social media leads to loneliness.
- Teenagers never face online bullying on social media.
- Parents are advised to limit their children’s screen time.
- Social media can inspire creativity and self-expression.
II. USE OF ENGLISH
Task 1. Choose the word/phrase (A, B, C, or D) that best fits the blank space in each sentence:
- There ______ a lot of interesting books in this library.
A. is
B. are
C. was
D. has - I don’t have ______ free time because I’m so busy with schoolwork.
A. some
B. any
C. many
D. a lot - John speaks English ______ than his sister.
A. fluently
B. more fluently
C. most fluently
D. fluent - There were ______ people at the event yesterday.
A. few
B. a few
C. many
D. little - Susan has been waiting for you ______ 3 hours.
A. since
B. during
C. for
D. in - This cake is ______ delicious than the one we had yesterday.
A. much
B. more
C. most
D. less - Mary didn’t ______ to the meeting because she was sick.
A. go
B. went
C. going
D. goes - Could you help me ______ the dishes after dinner?
A. wash
B. washing
C. washes
D. washed
Task 2. Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C, or D) that best fits the blank space in the following passage:
Pollution is one of the most serious problems (1) ______ the world today. It affects the environment and all living things. Air pollution is caused by vehicles and factories, which release harmful (2) ______ into the atmosphere. Water pollution happens when waste is dumped into rivers and oceans. This not only harms aquatic life but also (3) ______ the water that humans use. Soil pollution, caused by the overuse of chemicals in farming, (4) ______ food production and poses risks to human health. To solve these problems, governments and individuals must work together to (5) ______ pollution.
- A. facing
B. faced
C. face
D. faces - A. substances
B. materials
C. gases
D. particles - A. destroys
B. contaminates
C. cleans
D. provides - A. encourages
B. reduces
C. damages
D. improves - A. reduce
B. increases
C. prevent
D. solve
III. READING
Task 1. Read the passage and write the answer T (True) or F (False):
The Amazon Rainforest
The Amazon Rainforest is the largest rainforest in the world and is often called “the lungs of the Earth” because it produces 20% of the world’s oxygen. Unfortunately, deforestation is destroying large areas of the forest every year. People cut down trees to make space for farming and to use the wood for construction. This deforestation affects not only the plants and animals that live in the forest but also the entire planet. The Amazon is home to thousands of unique species, and many of them are endangered due to habitat loss. Protecting the Amazon is essential for biodiversity and fighting climate change.
- The Amazon Rainforest is the second-largest rainforest in the world.
- Deforestation is caused by farming and construction.
- The Amazon produces 20% of the world’s oxygen.
- Many species in the Amazon are endangered because of habitat loss.
- Protecting the Amazon is important for global climate change.
Task 2. Read the text and complete the summary with ONE or TWO WORDS ONLY:
Text:
Many people believe that eating junk food is unhealthy, but it is convenient and widely available. Junk food contains high levels of fat, sugar, and salt, which can lead to health problems like obesity and diabetes if consumed excessively. However, it is possible to include junk food in your diet in moderation. Instead of completely avoiding it, people should focus on eating a balanced diet with more fruits and vegetables. This way, they can enjoy occasional treats without harming their health.
Summary:
Junk food is popular because it is (1) ______ and easily accessible. It contains high amounts of fat, sugar, and salt, which can cause (2) ______ if eaten too much. Experts suggest eating it (3) ______ and focusing on a balanced diet with (4) ______ and vegetables to maintain good health.
IV. WRITING
Task 1. Write complete sentences using the clues given:
- There / be / many / book / library.
- My / sister / often / go / park / weekend.
- Peter / should / finish / homework / before dinner.
- Yesterday / we / watch / interesting movie / cinema.
- Students / not have to / wear uniform / school.
Task 2. Write your article (120–150 words):
“Many people think that students should not use smartphones at school. Do you agree or disagree?”
ANSWER KEY
I. LISTENING
Task 1: 1. C 2. B 3. D
Task 2: 1. T 2. F 3. T 4. T 5. F 6. T 7. T
II. USE OF ENGLISH
Task 1: 1. B 2. B 3. B 4. C 5. C 6. B 7. A 8. A
Task 2: 1. A 2. C 3. B 4. C 5. A
III. READING
Task 1: 1. F 2. T 3. T 4. T 5. T
Task 2: 1. convenient 2. health problems 3. in moderation 4. fruits
IV. WRITING
Task 1:
- There are many books in the library.
- My sister often goes to the park on weekends.
- Peter should finish his homework before dinner.
- Yesterday, we watched an interesting movie at the cinema.
- Students don’t have to wear uniforms at school.
Task 2:
Sample:
I believe that students should be allowed to use smartphones at school. Smartphones provide access to a wide range of educational tools, such as dictionaries and learning apps. They also help students collaborate on projects and access online research. However, rules should be in place to ensure responsible use, such as restricting usage during class time. With proper management, smartphones can enhance learning while minimizing distractions.