Title 2. ĐỀ THAM KHẢO CUỐI KÌ 2 - ANH 9 (GS).docx ✅

2 b.Alice: Hi, David. I’m so sorry I’m late. c.Alice: I got stuck in traffic. There was an accident on the highway. A. a-c-b B. c-a-b C. b-a-c D. c-b-a Circle the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions. Question 17. I wish I can control how I feel, especially when my friends or family are in trouble. A B C D Question 18. I am wondering how improving my reading and listening skills in a short time. A B C D PART B. READING (3.0 points) I. Read the following passage and circle the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks. (1,5. points) Every teenage feels stressed at times. There are different kinds of troubles, such as academic pressures, family issues (1) ______ difficulties with peers. We must say that they are the main things that teens have to (2) ________ with on a daily basis. None of us can avoid stress completely, but psychologists give us (3) ________ advice about things we can do to reduce our stress levels. Firstly, it's important to exercise regularly, and avoid eating (4) ________ food. It is also important to take time out every day to do something that makes you happy. It may be listening to your favorite music, talking to a friend, or (5) ________time with a pet. It is always helpful to talk about your problems (6) ________ others whether that's a friend, your parents or a teacher. As the saying goes, “ A problem shared, is a problem halved!” (Adapted from https://znanija.com/task/9402134) Question 1. A. or B. so C. and D. but Question 2. A. cope B. think C. talk D. keep Question 3. A. much B. any C. a D. some Question 4. A. healthy B. health C. unhealthy D. unhealth Question 5. A. to spending B. spending C. spend D. to spend Question 6. A. with B. to C. about D. for II. Read the following passage and circle the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions. (1,5 points) Thailand is a country with deep-rooted traditions that are kept alive by its people. One of the ways they preserve their customs is through their traditional cuisine. The i food is known for its unique flavours and fragrant combinations. Thai people take great pride in their typical dishes, such as Pad Thai and Tom Yum soup. These dishes are made using a variety of fresh ingredients like lemongrass, chilli, lime, and Thai basil. The balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavours is what makes Thai cuisine so distinctive. To preserve and promote their typical dishes, Thai people pass down their recipes from generation to generation. They take care to use traditional cooking methods and techniques, ensuring the authenticity of the flavours. Moreover, Thai culinary traditions are often showcased in local festivals and cultural events. In addition to the preparation of food, Thai people also value the presentation of their dishes. They believe that the visual appeal of a meal is just as important as its taste.
3 Overall, Thai traditions are deeply intertwined with their cuisine. By preserving and promoting their typical dishes, Thai people keep their cultural heritage alive and share their unique flavours with the world. (Adapted from workbook English 9-Unit 4) Question 1. What is the main idea of the text? A. Thai cuisine is known for its unique flavours and fragrant combinations. B. Thai people pass down recipes to preserve their culinary traditions. C. Thai customs and traditions have a strong connection with their culinary practices. D. Thai people showcase their culinary traditions in festivals and cultural events. Question 2. What is one way Thai people preserve their customs? A. Through traditional dance performances B. By passing down recipes and using traditional cooking methods C. By participating in water fights during Songkran Festival D. By greeting others with a handshake Question 3. Which two dishes are mentioned as typical Thai dishes? A. Sushi and Ramen B. Biryani and Naan C. Pizza and Spaghetti D. Pad Thai and Tom Yum soup Question 4. What makes Thai cuisine distinctive? A. The combination of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavours B. The inclusion of rare spices C. The use of exotic ingredients D. The influence of Chinese cooking techniques Question 5. What does the word 'authenticity' mean in the context of the text? A. The visual appeal of the dishes B. The quality of being true C. The balance of flavours in Thai cuisine D. The pride Thai people have in their typical dishes Question 6. The word 'their' in the text refers to ________. A. festivals B. traditions C. Thai people D. dishes PART C. WRITING (2.5 points) I. Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means the same as the sentence printed before it. (1.5 points) Question 1. The last time I saw my friend was six years ago. → I haven’t ________________________________________________________. Question 2. “Will you visit some natural wonders overseas this summer?,” he said. → He asked me________________________________________________________. Question 3. Unless she wears warm clothes, she will have a cold. → If she ________________________________________________________. Question 4. Quan is one of my classmates. He usually helps me with my English grammar exercises. (who) → Quan is one of ________________________________________________________. Question 5. Most people in this village earn their living by making traditional handicrafts. (live on) → Most people________________________________________________________. Question 6. We read many books; we have much knowledge. → The more _________________________________________________.
4 II. Write a paragraph (about 100-120 words) about disadvantages of city life You can use these suggestions: - have high cost of living (housing, food, other daily needs, ...) - deal with traffic problems (traffic congestion in the rush hour, ....) - suffer from air pollution (smog from factories, exhaust emissions from millions of vehicles…) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… - THE END –