ĐỀ KHẢO SÁT CHẤT LƯỢNG LỚP 9 HUYỆN THANH OAI

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word

which differs from the other three in the position of the primary stress in
each of the following questions.
Question 1. A. terrible B. entertain C. engineer D. understand
Question 2. A. suppose B. attract C. beauty D. polite
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
answer to each of the following questions.
Question 3. If it weren’t so cold, all of us ______ dinner outside.
A. have B. will have C. had D. would have
Question 4. – Mr. Johnson: “You did a great job on your report! Well done!”
- Mary: “ _________”
A. I will do better next time B. I don’t care about it
C. I’m happy you think so! Thank you! D. That’s not true
Question 5. The car ______ she has just bought is more reliable than her old one.
A. which B. who C. why D. where
Question 6. If students ______ their homework on time, they ______ have more
free time after school.
A. finish / will B. finished / C. finishing / would D. finishes / will
would
Question 7. I think studying in the morning is _______ than at night because I
feel more focused.
A. the most effective B. most effective C. so effective D. more effective
Question 8. Many ecotourism activities, like hiking and bird watching, allow
visitors to enjoy _______.
A. nature B. shopping C. movies D. sports
Question 9. While she _______ the letter, her brother was playing video games
in the next room.
A. writes B. wrote C. was writing D. had written
Question 10. Running everyday is ____ than running once a week for keeping
fit.
 A. good B. better C. best D. as good
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word
whose underlined part differs from the three in pronunciation in each of the
following questions.
Question 11. A. looked B. decided C. discussed D. stopped
Question 12. A. routine B. cousin C. country D. tough

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct

answer to each of the following questions.
Question 13. Put the sentences (a-c) in the correct order, then fill in the
blank to make a logical paragraph.
A long time ago in Vietnam, life was quite different from today. Things were not
as convenient as they are now. __________.
a. People lived in small villages and used bicycles or walked for transportation.
b. When we explored a village, we noticed how peaceful and traditional life was.
c. People did not have many modern devices or advanced technology.
A. a-c-b B. a-b-c C. b-a-c D. c-a-b
Question 14. Choose the sentence that can end the text (in Question 13) most
appropriately.
A. We enjoyed learning about the traditional way of life in Vietnam.
B. Today, new technology has changed many things in daily life.
C. The village was very different from our modern city life.
D. We were impressed by the contrast between past and present life.

Read the following announcement and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your

answer sheet to choose the word or phrase that best fits each of the
numbered blanks.
VIETNAM: PAST AND PRESENT
❖ Vietnam in the Past: A long time ago, life in Vietnam was very different. People
mostly lived (15) _________ small villages and worked in rice fields. They followed old
ways and had festivals with family and friends. Life was slower and (16) __________
peaceful.
❖ Vietnam Today: Today, Vietnam is a mix of old and new. Big cities like technology Ho
Chi Minh City and Hanoi are very busy and (17) _________ of tall buildings. People use
new technology every day, and the country is growing fast. Even with these changes, many
old (18) ____________ are still important, and there are still quiet villages. Today,
Vietnam is a place where the past and the future mix together.

Question 15. A. on B. at C. in D. into

Question 16. A. a B. an C. the D. no article
Question 17. A. full B. get C. help D. have
Question 18. A. traditional B. traditions C. traditionally D. tradition

Read the following sign or notice and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your
answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions.
Question 19. When you see this sign A. Using mobile phones is prohibited
in a public place, it means ______. when pumping gas.
B. Using mobile phones is allowed when
pumping gas.
C. Making a phone call when pumping
gas is possible
D. Using mobile phones isn’t dangerous
when pumping gas.

Question 20. What does the notice A. You need to call 353456 to ask for a
say? job interview.
B. The pay is £5 per hour.
C. This job pays a fixed amount, not
hourly.
D. The cleaner job pays £6 per hour.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
sentence that is made from the given cues in each of the following questions.
Question 21. The company / cut / number of trees / to / make way for/ new
building.
A. The company cut up a number of trees make way for new building.
B. The company cut down a number of trees to make way for a new building.
C. The company cut out a number of trees to make way for a new building.
D. The company cut off a number of trees to make way for a new building
Question 22. I / strong / advise / you / take part / volunteer work.
A. I strongly advise that you might take part for volunteer work.
B. I am strong in advising you to take part in volunteer work.
C. I am strong advise that you should take part in volunteer work.
D. I strongly advise that you should take part in volunteer work.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correet

option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Living in Vietnam has changed a lot over time. In the past, it was very hard to
build houses and roads due to limited resources. (23) _________ jobs and building
projects were done by hand (24) _________ machines were not available.
Although living and working during that time had many problems, people found
ways to adapt. Today, with new technology, work (25) __________. Modern
methods improve living and working conditions. However, there are still many
places (26) __________ Vietnam that keep the charm of traditional life. These
places are less affected by modernization, and people continue to keep old
customs. Preserving these traditions (27) __________ to protect their culture.
Therefore, even with many changes, (28) __________ remains an important part of
Vietnamese life. People continue to keep and celebrate traditional values.
Question 23. A. Any B. Much C. A lot of D. Few
Question 24. A. although B. because C. so D. since
Question 25. A. become B. have become C. has become D. became easier
easier easier easier
Question 26. A. at B. to C. on D. in
Question 27. A. help B. support C. supports D. helps
Question 28. A. tradition B. traditional C. traditions D. traditionally

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, C, B, or D on your

answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.
Beach tourism is a favorite activity for many people. Visitors enjoy the
sun, sand, and sea at beaches around the world. Some people go to the beach to
relax, while others enjoy water sports like swimming, surfing, and diving.
Coastal towns and cities offer many services for tourists, such as hotels,
restaurants, and shops.
One of the reasons why beach tourism is so popular is that it is easy to
travel to these places. Many beaches are close to airports and roads. Visitors can
stay in a variety of places, from luxury hotels to small guesthouses, depending
on their budget.
However, beach tourism can also cause problems. Too many tourists can
make beaches crowded, and pollution can damage the environment. It is
important for tourists to keep beaches clean and follow local rules to protect the
natural beauty of these areas.
Question 29. What is the main idea of the reading passage?
A. People only go to the beach for water sports.
B. Beach tourism is difficult because of its location.
C. Beaches are a good place to visit, but there are problems with tourism.
D. Coastal towns do not have many services for tourists.
Question 30. The word "favorite" in paragraph 1 is CLOSEST in meaning
to _______.
A. disliked B. best-loved C. easy D. boring
Question 31. What makes beach tourism popular, according to the passage?
A. Beaches are far from airports.
B. Beaches are clean and quiet.
C. It is easy to travel to beaches.
D. Beaches are not crowded.
Question 32. Which problem is NOT mentioned in the passage about beach
tourism?
A. Crowded beaches B. Pollution
C. High prices for hotels D. Damage to the environment
Question 33. What does the author suggest tourists should do to protect the
environment?
A. Avoid water sports.
B. Stay in expensive hotels.
C. Keep beaches clean and follow rules.
D. Visit beaches only in the summer.
Question 34. The word "crowded" in paragraph 3 is OPPOSITE in meaning
to ___________.
A. busy B. empty C. noisy D. full

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence

that is the closest in meaning to the original sentence(s) in each of the
following questions.
Question 35. "I will finish my homework before dinner," she said.
A. She said she would finish her homework before dinner.
B. She said she will finish her homework before dinner.
C. She said she finished her homework before dinner.
D. She said she would finish her homework after dinner.
Question 36. In spite of not speaking English, Macron decided to settle in
Melbourne.
A. Macron wanted to settle in Melbourne though he didn't speak English.
B. Although Macron didn't speak English, he decided to live in Melbourne.
C. Macron decided to settle in Melbourne because he didn't speak English.
D. Macron didn't speak English, and so he decided to live in Melbourne.
Four phrases/sentences have been removed from the text below. For each
question, mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Family time
Family time is when family members do things together. (37) _________. Some
families take a holiday to a nice place every year, while others plan a family
movie night each week or share one meal together every day. Regular family
meetings are also a good way to spend time together. Family members can sit
down to discuss important issues, make decisions, or simply chat. Some people
think (38) ________. However, parents and children often need to change their
schedules to make time for each other. Family time is important because (39)
_______. When families spend time together, they create happy memories. (40)
________, helping everyone feel closer. Finding ways to enjoy family time can
lead to a happier and more connected family life. Whether through meals,
movies, or conversations, every moment counts!
A. These moments can be simple but meaningful
B. it helps make the bonds between family members stronger
C. it is easy for everyone to find time for their family
D. There are many ways to spend time as a family
Question 37: Question 38: Question 39: Question 40: