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MIDTERM TEST (SEMESTER 1)(1) Duration: 60 minutes LISTENING
I. Listen to a student talking about his summer holiday and decide whether the following
statements are true (T) or fa lse (F). You will listen TWICE.
1. Minh is a secondary student at the age of 14. A. True B. False
2. He only does indoor leisure activities. A. True B. False
3. His neighbour’s library has a view of his rose garden. A. True B. False
4. He spends an hour and a half watching documentaries at least four times per week. A. True B. False
5. When he is bored, he plays computer games. A. True B. False II.
Listen to the recording and complete each of the sentences with ONE WORD. You will listen TWICE.
Cyberbullying has become a painful reality for many teenagers today. It can have many forms, such as
name-calling, spreading (1) , or sharing embarrassing photos or videos. As a teenager, it’s
important to understand the dangers of cyberbullying and to take steps to protect ourselves and
stay (2) online. Here are a few tips to keep in mind: First, always think before you post or share
anything online! Avoid posting or sharing anything that could be hurtful or (3) to
others. Second, don’t respond to cyberbullies or have any interaction with them in any way. It’s best to
block or (4) them to the appropriate authorities. Third, talk to someone you trust
if you’re being bullied online. This could be a parent, teacher, friend, or counsellor. Remember, you’re
not alone, and there are people who can help. Finally, take care of yourself by getting enough sleep,
exercise, (5) your life online and offline, and spending time with friends and
family. By taking these steps, you can help protect yourself from cyberbullying and stay safe online. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
LANGUAGE - PR ONUNCIA TION
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three
in pronunciation in each of the following questions. 1. A. book B. pool C. look D. cook 2. A. reached B. moved C. traveled D. caused 3. A. discover B. oppose C. release D. promising 4. A. attendance B. develop C. telescope D. epidemic LANGUAGE - GRAMMAR
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. 1.
People tend to live in fresh and open spaces in the countryside than in the polluted city. A. more healthily B. more healthy C. healthilier D. healthier
2. He’s only 16; , it’s against the law to buy alcohol without his parents’ observation. A. therefore B. and C. otherwise D. so
3. Social media have a strong influence on our children, parents with teenage children must be
very cautious about what their children see on social media. A. and B. otherwise C. but D. so
4. They ran through the forest passage than on their normal routes. A. more enjoyably B. more enjoyable C. more enjoying D. more enjoyed
5. Jane loves playing the instruments, she joins the school music club. A. but B. for C. so D. or LANGUAGE - VOCABULARY
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
1. Teachers hope young learners will not make a bad of using mobile phones too much! A. tradition B. practice C. custom D. habit
2. Students should study hard to at school. A. succeed B. accomplished C. achieve D. learn
3. My son spends hours doing in his room. A. stamps and coins B. model cars C. swimming D. puzzles
4. She is so on history that she walked all day to find museums to learn about the past of Ha Noi. A. keen B. crazy C. interested D. fond
5. Teenagers that in leisure activities may have less obesity, less depression and stress, and more responsibility. A. pursue B. take up C. participate D. take READING
I.Complete the following passage by filling in the gaps with suitable words or phrases from the
box. There is one extra word or phrase you do not need to use.
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( Tam was walking in the park when suddenly she saw Phuong - one of her friends.) Tam: Hi, Phuong!
Phuong: Oh hey Tam, what a surprise to see you here!
Tam: I didn’t expect to see you, what are you doing here?
Phuong: I’m just taking a walk for some fresh air.
Tam: So am I. How have you been lately?
Phuong: I’ve been quite busy recently because my badminton club is hosting a big (1) next month.
Tam: Is that so? Maybe that’s why I haven’t seen you much now.
Phuong: Yeah. I usually go home right after school to do work
online. Tam: What kind of (2) do you work on?
Phuong: I mostly work on Google sheets and sometimes Google docs as well.
Tam: Interesting! But how do you communicate with other (3) of the club?
Phuong: I use Zalo to get in (4) with them.
Tam: Have you been active on social media lately?
Phuong: I rarely use social media. I don’t want to waste my time scrolling (5) on those platforms.
Tam: That makes sense. OK. I’m gonna go now. See you later. Best of luck with your work!
Phuong: Thanks Tam! Goodbye! 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. II.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct
answer to each of the following questions.
Doing things we enjoy provides a variety of benefits, but it is difficult for us to have time to engage
in a hobby. Most of people’s time is spent on school, family, religious, and community obligations,
so we leave little room for the things we are passionate about. Obviously, engaging in hobbies can
be a mental escape, help us improve our skills, or just provide an opportunity to socialise with
others. Hobbies are a great way to break away from the monotony of daily schedules. Also, having
a hobby is considered a stress reliever. Benefits of different hobbies can vary. For example, doing
sports regularly is likely to be clearly beneficial since it not only increases both your heart rate and
brain function but also leads to lower blood pressure, weight loss, building muscle, strengthening
bones, and an overall increase in energy. In addition, carving out time for leisure activities is an
easy way to improve your mental health by making you relaxed and taking your mind off all of the
more pressing concerns of student life. Some people enjoy hobbies which give them the
opportunity to improve their confidence level, boost their self-esteem, and improve their quality of
life. For all mentioned reasons, everyone should immediately take up a sport or do what you are fond of.
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1. Why should people take up a sport or hobby?
A. To improve mental health.
B. To break away from daily schedules.
C. To boost confidence and self-esteem.
D. All of the answers are correct.
2. How can doing sports regularly benefit the body?
A. It increases energy levels and brain function.
B. It doesn’t have any benefits.
C. It leads to weight gain and higher blood pressure.
D. It results in strict daily routines.
3. Why is leisure time important for mental health?
A. It leads to increased stress levels.
B. It allows you to focus on more pressing concerns.
C. It improves your family relationships.
D. It helps you relax and take your mind off things.
4. In the passage, what does "it" refer to?
A. socialising with others B. collecting things
C. following daily schedules D. playing a sport
5. What is the best title of this text?
A. Pros and cons of doing things you like
B. Why is engaging in hobbies important?
C. What are the drawbacks of hobbies?
D. Impacts of hobbies on mental health WRITING
I.Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate meaningful sentences in which the given words/ phrases are correctly ordered.
1. groups / in / How / are / many / ethnic / there / Viet Nam?
A. How many ethnic groups there are in Viet Nam?
B. How many are there ethnic groups in Viet Nam?
C. How many groups ethnic are there in Viet Nam?
D. How many ethnic groups are there in Viet Nam?
2. old / minority / when / women / they / married / how / get / are / ?
A. How old are minority women when they get married?
B. How old minority women are when they get married?
C. How minority women get married when are they old?
D. How minority women get married when they are old?
3. enjoys / My / brother / coffee / condensed / drinking / milk / with / .
A. My brother enjoys coffee condensed drinking with milk.
B. My brother enjoys with condensed milk drinking coffee.
C. My brother with condensed milk enjoys drinking coffee.
D. My brother enjoys drinking coffee with condensed milk. II.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.
1. By joining school clubs, teenagers can expand their skill set and social circle; although,
extracurricular activities can be an investment in their future. A. activities B. although C. clubs D. their
2. I think people in this village live happier than those in other villages. A. other B. those C. than D. happier
3. Life in the countryside is more peacefully than that in the city. A. than B. that C. the D. more peacefully III.
Write an email to your friend studying in England about your new hobby. Use between 80 and 100 words.
1. In your email, you should: - describe your new hobby
- explain how you got interested in it - provide some fun details ANSWER KEY LISTENING
I. Listen to a student talking about his summer holiday and decide whether the following
statements are true (T) or fa lse (F). You will listen TWICE. The correct answer 1. A. True B. False Audio script
I’m Minh, almost 14 years old, and currently a student in secondary school. On summer holiday, I
have a lot of free time, so I take part in many activities, both outdoor and indoor. Every morning, I
get up at 6 and run around the lake near my house to enjoy the fresh air and not too hot weather.
After that, I have breakfast and spend two hours reading books in my family’s cozy small library.
From its window, I can enjoy the view of our neighbour’s wonderful rose garden. It’s really relaxing.
In the afternoon, I usually watch documentaries for one and a half hours four or five times a week.
I’m good at history, so I like historical documentaries. I learn a lot from them. In the evening, I play
basketball with my neighbours in the local park three or four times a week. However, I sometimes
get bored with these daily routines. Therefore, I play computer games instead. I don’t think it’s a productive activity. 2. The correct answer B. False A. True Audio script
I’m Minh, almost 14 years old, and currently a student in secondary school. On summer holiday, I
have a lot of free time, so I take part in many activities, both outdoor and indoor. Every morning, I
get up at 6 and run around the lake near my house to enjoy the fresh air and not too hot weather.
After that, I have breakfast and spend two hours reading books in my family’s cozy small library.
From its window, I can enjoy the view of our neighbour’s wonderful rose garden. It’s really relaxing.
In the afternoon, I usually watch documentaries for one and a half hours four or five times a week.
I’m good at history, so I like historical documentaries. I learn a lot from them. In the evening, I play
basketball with my neighbours in the local park three or four times a week. However, I sometimes
get bored with these daily routines. Therefore, I play computer games instead. I don’t think it’s a productive activity. 3. The correct answer B. False A. True Audio script
I’m Minh, almost 14 years old, and currently a student in secondary school. On summer holiday, I
have a lot of free time, so I take part in many activities, both outdoor and indoor. Every morning, I
get up at 6 and run around the lake near my house to enjoy the fresh air and not too hot weather.
After that, I have breakfast and spend two hours reading books in my family’s cozy small library.
From its window, I can enjoy the view of our neighbour’s wonderful rose garden. It’s really relaxing.
In the afternoon, I usually watch documentaries for one and a half hours four or five times a week.
I’m good at history, so I like historical documentaries. I learn a lot from them. In the evening, I play
basketball with my neighbours in the local park three or four times a week. However, I sometimes
get bored with these daily routines. Therefore, I play computer games instead. I don’t think it’s a productive activity. The correct answer 4. A. True B. False Audio script
I’m Minh, almost 14 years old, and currently a student in secondary school. On summer holiday, I
have a lot of free time, so I take part in many activities, both outdoor and indoor. Every morning, I
get up at 6 and run around the lake near my house to enjoy the fresh air and not too hot weather.
After that, I have breakfast and spend two hours reading books in my family’s cozy small library.
From its window, I can enjoy the view of our neighbour’s wonderful rose garden. It’s really relaxing.
In the afternoon, I usually watch documentaries for one and a half hours four or five times a week.
I’m good at history, so I like historical documentaries. I learn a lot from them. In the evening, I play
basketball with my neighbours in the local park three or four times a week. However, I sometimes
get bored with these daily routines. Therefore, I play computer games instead. I don’t think it’s a productive activity. The correct answer 5. A. True B. False Audio script
I’m Minh, almost 14 years old, and currently a student in secondary school. On summer holiday, I
have a lot of free time, so I take part in many activities, both outdoor and indoor. Every morning, I
get up at 6 and run around the lake near my house to enjoy the fresh air and not too hot weather.
After that, I have breakfast and spend two hours reading books in my family’s cozy small library.
From its window, I can enjoy the view of our neighbour’s wonderful rose garden. It’s really relaxing.
In the afternoon, I usually watch documentaries for one and a half hours four or five times a week.
I’m good at history, so I like historical documentaries. I learn a lot from them. In the evening, I play
basketball with my neighbours in the local park three or four times a week. However, I sometimes
get bored with these daily routines. Therefore, I play computer games instead. I don’t think it’s a productive activity. II.
Listen to the recording and complete each of the sentences with ONE WORD. You will listen TWICE.
Cyberbullying has become a painful reality for many teenagers today. It can have many forms, such as
name-calling, spreading (1) , or sharing embarrassing photos or videos. As a teenager, it’s
important to understand the dangers of cyberbullying and to take steps to protect ourselves and
stay (2) online. Here are a few tips to keep in mind: First, always think before you post or share
anything online! Avoid posting or sharing anything that could be hurtful or (3) to
others. Second, don’t respond to cyberbullies or have any interaction with them in any way. It’s best to
block or (4) them to the appropriate authorities. Third, talk to someone you trust
if you’re being bullied online. This could be a parent, teacher, friend, or counsellor. Remember, you’re
not alone, and there are people who can help. Finally, take care of yourself by getting enough sleep,
exercise, (5) your life online and offline, and spending time with friends and
family. By taking these steps, you can help protect yourself from cyberbullying and stay safe online. The correct answer 1. rumours Audio script
Cyberbullying has become a painful reality for many teenagers today. It can have many forms, such
as name-calling, spreading rumours, or sharing embarrassing photos or videos. As a teenager, it’s
important to understand the dangers of cyberbullying and to take steps to protect ourselves and
stay safe online. Here are a few tips to keep in mind: First, always think before you post or
share anything online! Avoid posting or sharing anything that could be hurtful or offensive to
others. Second, don’t respond to cyberbullies or have any interaction with them in any way. It’s best
to block or report them to the appropriate authorities. Third, talk to someone you trust if you’re
being bullied online. This could be a parent, teacher, friend, or counsellor. Remember, you’re not
alone, and there are people who can help. Finally, take care of yourself by getting enough sleep,
exercise, balancing your life online and offline, and spending time with friends and family. By taking
these steps, you can help protect yourself from cyberbullying and stay safe online. The correct answer 2. safe Audio script
Cyberbullying has become a painful reality for many teenagers today. It can have many forms, such
as name-calling, spreading rumours, or sharing embarrassing photos or videos. As a teenager, it’s
important to understand the dangers of cyberbullying and to take steps to protect ourselves and
stay safe online. Here are a few tips to keep in mind: First, always think before you post or
share anything online! Avoid posting or sharing anything that could be hurtful or offensive to
others. Second, don’t respond to cyberbullies or have any interaction with them in any way. It’s best
to block or report them to the appropriate authorities. Third, talk to someone you trust if you’re
being bullied online. This could be a parent, teacher, friend, or counsellor. Remember, you’re not
alone, and there are people who can help. Finally, take care of yourself by getting enough sleep,
exercise, balancing your life online and offline, and spending time with friends and family. By taking
these steps, you can help protect yourself from cyberbullying and stay safe online. The correct answer 3. offensive Audio script
Cyberbullying has become a painful reality for many teenagers today. It can have many forms, such
as name-calling, spreading rumours, or sharing embarrassing photos or videos. As a teenager, it’s
important to understand the dangers of cyberbullying and to take steps to protect ourselves and
stay safe online. Here are a few tips to keep in mind: First, always think before you post or
share anything online! Avoid posting or sharing anything that could be hurtful or offensive to
others. Second, don’t respond to cyberbullies or have any interaction with them in any way. It’s best
to block or report them to the appropriate authorities. Third, talk to someone you trust if you’re
being bullied online. This could be a parent, teacher, friend, or counsellor. Remember, you’re not
alone, and there are people who can help. Finally, take care of yourself by getting enough sleep,
exercise, balancing your life online and offline, and spending time with friends and family. By taking
these steps, you can help protect yourself from cyberbullying and stay safe online. The correct answer 4. report Audio script
Cyberbullying has become a painful reality for many teenagers today. It can have many forms, such
as name-calling, spreading rumours, or sharing embarrassing photos or videos. As a teenager, it’s
important to understand the dangers of cyberbullying and to take steps to protect ourselves and
stay safe online. Here are a few tips to keep in mind: First, always think before you post or
share anything online! Avoid posting or sharing anything that could be hurtful or offensive to
others. Second, don’t respond to cyberbullies or have any interaction with them in any way. It’s best
to block or report them to the appropriate authorities. Third, talk to someone you trust if you’re
being bullied online. This could be a parent, teacher, friend, or counsellor. Remember, you’re not
alone, and there are people who can help. Finally, take care of yourself by getting enough sleep,
exercise, balancing your life online and offline, and spending time with friends and family. By taking
these steps, you can help protect yourself from cyberbullying and stay safe online. The correct answer 5. balancing Audio script
Cyberbullying has become a painful reality for many teenagers today. It can have many forms, such
as name-calling, spreading rumours, or sharing embarrassing photos or videos. As a teenager, it’s
important to understand the dangers of cyberbullying and to take steps to protect ourselves and
stay safe online. Here are a few tips to keep in mind: First, always think before you post or
share anything online! Avoid posting or sharing anything that could be hurtful or offensive to
others. Second, don’t respond to cyberbullies or have any interaction with them in any way. It’s best
to block or report them to the appropriate authorities. Third, talk to someone you trust if you’re
being bullied online. This could be a parent, teacher, friend, or counsellor. Remember, you’re not
alone, and there are people who can help. Finally, take care of yourself by getting enough sleep,
exercise, balancing your life online and offline, and spending time with friends and family. By taking
these steps, you can help protect yourself from cyberbullying and stay safe online.
LANGUAGE - PR ONUNCIA TION
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three
in pronunciation in each of the following questions. The correct answer 1. A. book B. pool C. look D. cook The correct answer 2. A. reached B. moved C. traveled D. caused 3. The correct answer B. oppose C. release D. promising A. discover The correct answer 4. A. attendance B. develop C. telescope D. epidemic LANGUAGE - GRAMMAR
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. The correct answer 1. A. more healthily B. more healthy C. healthilier D. healthier The correct answer 2. A. therefore B. and C. otherwise D. so The correct answer 3. A. and B. otherwise C. but D. so The correct answer 4. A. more enjoyably B. more enjoyable C. more enjoying D. more enjoyed 5. The correct answer D. or A. but B. for C. so LANGUAGE - VOCABULARY
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. The correct answer 1. A. tradition B. practice C. custom D. habit The correct answer 2. A. succeed B. accomplished C. achieve D. learn The correct answer 3. A. stamps and coins B. model cars C. swimming D. puzzles The correct answer 4. A. keen B. crazy C. interested D. fond The correct answer 5. A. pursue B. take up C. participate D. take READING
I.Complete the following passage by filling in the gaps with suitable words or phrases from the
box. There is one extra word or phrase you do not need to use.
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( Tam was walking in the park when suddenly she saw Phuong - one of her friends.) Tam: Hi, Phuong!
Phuong: Oh hey Tam, what a surprise to see you here!
Tam: I didn’t expect to see you, what are you doing here?
Phuong: I’m just taking a walk for some fresh air.
Tam: So am I. How have you been lately?
Phuong: I’ve been quite busy recently because my badminton club is hosting a big (1) next month.
Tam: Is that so? Maybe that’s why I haven’t seen you much now.
Phuong: Yeah. I usually go home right after school to do work
online. Tam: What kind of (2) do you work on?
Phuong: I mostly work on Google sheets and sometimes Google docs as well.
Tam: Interesting! But how do you communicate with other (3) of the club?
Phuong: I use Zalo to get in (4) with them.
Tam: Have you been active on social media lately?
Phuong: I rarely use social media. I don’t want to waste my time scrolling (5) on those platforms.
Tam: That makes sense. OK. I’m gonna go now. See you later. Best of luck with your work!
Phuong: Thanks Tam! Goodbye! The correct answer 1. event The correct answer 2. platform The correct answer 3. members The correct answer 4. contact The correct answer 5. endlessly II.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct
answer to each of the following questions.
Doing things we enjoy provides a variety of benefits, but it is difficult for us to have time to engage
in a hobby. Most of people’s time is spent on school, family, religious, and community obligations,
so we leave little room for the things we are passionate about. Obviously, engaging in hobbies can
be a mental escape, help us improve our skills, or just provide an opportunity to socialise with
others. Hobbies are a great way to break away from the monotony of daily schedules. Also, having
a hobby is considered a stress reliever. Benefits of different hobbies can vary. For example, doing
sports regularly is likely to be clearly beneficial since it not only increases both your heart rate and
brain function but also leads to lower blood pressure, weight loss, building muscle, strengthening
bones, and an overall increase in energy. In addition, carving out time for leisure activities is an
easy way to improve your mental health by making you relaxed and taking your mind off all of the
more pressing concerns of student life. Some people enjoy hobbies which give them the
opportunity to improve their confidence level, boost their self-esteem, and improve their quality of
life. For all mentioned reasons, everyone should immediately take up a sport or do what you are fond of.
Adapted fr om htt ps://o nline.ketterin g.ed u/new s/20 19/04/15/why-hobbies-are-important The correct answer 1.
A. To improve mental health.
B. To break away from daily schedules.
C. To boost confidence and self-esteem.
D. All of the answers are correct. The correct answer 2.
A. It increases energy levels and brain function.
B. It doesn’t have any benefits.
C. It leads to weight gain and higher blood pressure.
D. It results in strict daily routines. The correct answer 3.
A. It leads to increased stress levels.
B. It allows you to focus on more pressing concerns.
C. It improves your family relationships.
D. It helps you relax and take your mind off things. The correct answer 4.
A. socialising with others B. collecting things
C. following daily schedules D. playing a sport The correct answer 5.
A. Pros and cons of doing things you like
B. Why is engaging in hobbies important?
C. What are the drawbacks of hobbies?
D. Impacts of hobbies on mental health WRITING
I.Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate meaningful sentences in which the given words/ phrases are correctly ordered. The correct answer 1.
A. How many ethnic groups there are in Viet Nam?
B. How many are there ethnic groups in Viet Nam?
C. How many groups ethnic are there in Viet Nam?
D. How many ethnic groups are there in Viet Nam? The correct answer 2.
A. How old are minority women when they get married?
B. How old minority women are when they get married?
C. How minority women get married when are they old?
D. How minority women get married when they are old? The correct answer 3.
A. My brother enjoys coffee condensed drinking with milk.
B. My brother enjoys with condensed milk drinking coffee.
C. My brother with condensed milk enjoys drinking coffee.
D. My brother enjoys drinking coffee with condensed milk. II.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions. The correct answer 1. A. activities B. although C. clubs D. their The correct answer 2. A. other B. those C. than D. happier The correct answer 3. A. than B. that C. the D. more peacefully III.
Write an email to your friend studying in England about your new hobby. Use between 80 and 100 words. The correct answer 1. Suggestion Dear [Friend],
How’s life treating you? I wanted to share with you my new hobby – water polo! It’s been such an
amazing experience to learn how to play a new sport and improve my swimming skills. I’ve found
such a great team of people who are so supportive and encouraging.
Not only has water polo been a fun way to stay active, but it’s also been a great way to build
teamwork skills and sportsmanship. I’ve been able to push myself beyond my limits and develop a
sense of discipline and determination.
I can’t wait to show you my skills next time we see each other. Maybe we could even have a friendly game together! Love, [Your Name]