ĐỀ SỐ 16 ĐỀ LUYỆN THI VÀO LỚP 10 (NGHỆ AN) 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. orchard B. chaos C. challenge D. chicken 2. A. worked B. stopped C. forced D. wanted 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. 3. A. realize B. complain C. rebuild D. attend 4. A. extended B. different C. complicate D. quality 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 stress in each of the following questions. 5. Peter asked me why _____________ to visit Green Life Farm. A. I wanted B. I want C. do I want D. did I want 6. Your brother didn’t have much time to read books, _____________? A. does he B. didn’t he C. doesn’t he D. did he 7. The craft of conical hat making in Hue is usually _____________ from generation to generation. A. deal with B. lived on C. turned off D. passed down 8. The _____________ language in Viet Nam is Vietnamese. A. nation B. national C. nationally D. nationality 9. _____________ Tommy was very tired, he tried to finish the final exam. A. Although B. Despite C. However D. Because 10. Our Chemistry teacher told us __________ her instructions if we wanted to pass that experiment. A. not to follow B. to follow C. follow D. following 11. If you get ___________ when speaking, take two deep breaths before you say something. A. annoyed B. unwilling C. nervous D. pleased 12. Renewable energy resources can help ______________ fossil fuels and reduce carbon emissions. A. spray B. cover C. conserve D. locate
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that is CLOSEST In meaning to the underlined word(s) in the following sentence. 13. The children are excited about the upcoming trip after a year of hard work. A. eager for B. satisfied with C. indifferent to D. worried about Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in the following sentence. 14. Adding a garage will enhance the value of the house. A. stabilize B. alter C. reduce D. increase Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best arrangement of the sentences to make a meaningful dialogue in each of the following questions. 15. a. Alex: Been there, done that! Tell you what - I picked up some awesome time management hacks that are total game-changers. b. Maya: Ugh, I'm just swamped with this work-life balance thing. Feels like I'm running on empty. c. Alex: Hey, what's eating you? You've been super stressed out lately. A. b-a-c B. b-c-a C. c-b-a D. a-c-b 16. a. Exactly, it saves them both time and effort. b. By doing so, they can easily choose what they need for home. c. Oh, so they don’t have to spend time wandering around aisles? d. Why do people prefer online grocery shopping instead of going toe the store. A. b-a-c-d B. a-d-b-c C. d-b-c-a D. b-c-d-a 17. a. Jake: Right? And get this - they've got these Al systems running the whole show. b. Rachel: No way! I'm so over-sitting in traffic. This sounds like a total dream. c. Jake: Yo, check this out! They're building this crazy smart city with self-driving everything! d. Rachel: For real? But doesn't that freak you out a bit? Like, what if the system crashes? e. Jake: Nah, that's the beauty of it - they've got all these fail-safes. It's pretty mind-blowing stuff. A. c-a-b-d-e B. c-b-a-d-e C. c-d-a-b-e D. c-b-e-a-d Read the following announcement and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best option that fits each of the numbered blanks from 18 to 20. Writers wanted! Wowee Magazine is looking (18) _____ writers for (19) _____ website. Pay is based on the
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[email protected] 18. A. for B. at C. down D. up 19. A. our B. their C. my D. its 20. A. who B. whom C. which D. whose Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best option that fits each of the numbered blanks from 21 to 25. UNESCO has given an award to a festival in South Korea. It decided (21) _____ South Korea's Lotus Lantern Festival to its list of intangible (22) _____ heritage. The festival is one of 25 things the UN added to its heritage list this year. The South Korean festival (23) _____ in spring to celebrate Buddha's birthday. It symbolises lighting up the world to make things fair for everyone. The festival dates back 2,000 years. There was an ancient temple in 57 BC that royals visited to see lotus lanterns. Today, it is one of Korea's biggest festivals. People (24) _____ temples with lanterns made of paper and bamboo. Villages, towns and cities hold parades where people carry lanterns through the streets. A spokesperson said: "We will try to make the festival a cultural (25) _____ that can be loved by people around the world." 21. A. adding B. add C. to add D. added 22. A. cultural B. culture C. culturally D. cultures 23. A. held B. is held C. holds D. is hold 24. A. celebrate B. decorate C. honour D. hang 25. A. value B. site C. wonder D. heritage 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. Tourism: A Booming Industry Tourism is one of the fastest-growing industries in the world, contributing significantly to the economies of many countries. People travel for various reasons, such as leisure, business, or cultural exploration. The tourism industry creates millions of jobs, from hotel staff and tour guides to transportation workers. Governments in many nations invest heavily in promoting tourism to boost economic growth. One of the key benefits of tourism is the exchange of cultures. When travelers visit foreign countries, they experience new traditions, foods, and lifestyles. This cultural interaction fosters understanding and appreciation among people from different backgrounds.
Additionally, tourism helps preserve historical landmarks and natural wonders, as countries strive to maintain their attractions for visitors. However, tourism also has negative impacts. Some destinations suffer from overcrowding, which can lead to environmental damage and strain local resources. Popular tourist spots may experience pollution, increased waste, and habitat destruction. Moreover, in some cases, the local culture may become commercialized, losing its authenticity to cater to visitors' demands. To ensure sustainable tourism, governments and organizations implement eco-friendly initiatives. Promoting responsible travel, supporting local businesses, and enforcing environmental protection laws help minimize the negative effects of tourism. By balancing economic benefits with environmental and cultural preservation, tourism can continue to thrive in a sustainable way. 26. What is the main topic of the passage? A. The environmental problems caused by tourism B. The cultural impact of tourism C. The growth, benefits, and challenges of tourism D. How tourism affects historical landmarks 27. The word "preserve" in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to ______. A. Destroy B. Maintain C. Ignore D. Change 28. Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage? A. Tourism creates job opportunities for many people. B. Tourism has only positive effects on local cultures. C. Overcrowding can lead to environmental problems. D. Some governments promote tourism to improve their economies. 29. Why do some governments invest in tourism? A. To reduce pollution in big cities B. To increase their country’s economic growth C. To stop people from traveling abroad D. To make local cultures disappear 30. What is one negative effect of tourism mentioned in the passage? A. It discourages people from traveling abroad. B. It leads to the disappearance of all historical landmarks. C. It may cause pollution and damage to local environments. D. It makes people less interested in exploring new cultures. 31. How can tourism be made more sustainable? A. By stopping people from traveling to popular destinations