Đề thi chính thức kỳ thi chọn học sinh giỏi thành phố cấp THCS năm học 2025-2026 môn Tiếng Anh

SỞ GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO
KỲ THI CHỌN HỌC SINH GIỎI THÀNH PHỐ CẤP THCS
THÀNH PHỐ HẢI PHÒNG NĂM HỌC 2025 - 2026 MÔN TIẾNG ANH ĐỀ CHÍNH THỨC
Thời gian làm bài: 90 phút, không kể thời gian phát đề
(Đề thi có 10 trang)
Họ và tên học sinh: .....................................................
Số báo danh: ................... Mã đề 801
PART A. LISTENING COMPREHENSION
Listen to people talking in FIVE different situations. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer
sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions from 1 to 5. You will listen to each dialogue twice.
Question 1. You will hear two people talking about a painting.
What does the man say about it?
A. He thinks the woman in the painting is hiding her feeling.
B. He thinks the portrait was very difficult to paint.
C. He thinks the woman in the painting is optimistic.
D. He thinks the woman in the painting is feeling relaxed.
Question 2. You will hear two friends talking about the maths lesson.
They agree that ______.
A. The homework is easier.
B. They won’t sail through the exam.
C. The work is getting harder.
D. They don’t like the teacher.
Question 3. You will hear two friends talking about a poem they’ve read.
What do they like about the poem? A. It is so long.
B. They can’t get its message immediately.
C. It has a clear meaning.
D. The sections are in a different order.
Question 4. You will hear two friends talking about a local businesswoman.
What does the man say about her?
A. She is thinking of starting business in town.
B. She plans to expand her current shop.
C. She always supports local businesses.
D. She is looking for a business partner.
Question 5. You will hear two friends talking about a new science building at their school.
They agree that ______.
A. The colours are really impressive.
B. The equipment is very modern.
C. The exterior looks really great.
D. The interior is very well decorated. 1/10 - Mã đề 801
You will hear an interview with someone who trains whales for public performances. Mark the letter
A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions
from 6 to 10. You will listen twice.
Question 6. What was Laura’s reaction when she first swam with a whale?
A. She felt an immediate sense of connection.
B. She immediately changed her opinion of whales.
C. The experience was different from what she had expected.
D. She thought about what was happening to her.
Question 7. Why does Laura say that being in the water with whales is a “miracle”?
A. The whales trust her enough to let her get close.
B. Other animals do not behave in the same way as whales.
C. The whales show that they each have different personalities.
D. The whales make a conscious decision to be friendly.
Question 8. What does Laura say about approaching a whale?
A. You must get in the pool as soon as you see it.
B. It may suddenly change its attitude towards you.
C. You should think of it as someone you don't know well.
D. You should not expect it to understand what you are saying.
Question 9. What does Laura say about the whales?
A. They are curious animals.
B. They hate playing games.
C. They like fish more than anything else.
D. They tend to avoid physical contact.
Question 10. What is NOT mentioned as a special skill a whale trainer needs?
A. reacting to the frightening appearance of a whale
B. being confident to speak in front of the spectators
C. seeking new ways of training whales
D. being good at swimming
You will hear a tour guide named Sally talking about the Bicentennial Park. Mark the letter A, B, C,
or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions from 11 to
15. You will listen twice.
Question 11. The area now occupied by the park was once the location of ______.
A. parking spaces
B. warehouses and storehouses
C. high-rise buildings
D. greenhouses and glasshouses
Question 12. After the land was cleared, local residents expressed their desire for the site to be used for _____. A. recreation
B. an indoor sports complex
C. the Bicentennial Park
D. a housing development
Question 13. The Tower, a prominent feature of the formal gardens, is described as a ______ building. A. derelict
B. blue and white
C. twelve-storey D. fantastic
Question 14. The Olympic site provides facilities for the following sports EXCEPT ______. A. gymnastics B. sky-diving C. running
D. synchronised swimming
Question 15. Going westwards from the Tower, visitors can ______.
A. have some coffee B. do sports
C. enjoy rose scent D. row boats 2/10 - Mã đề 801 PART B. PHONOLOGY
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose stress pattern is
different from that of the others in each group.
Question 16. A. prerequisite B. peninsula C. metropolis D. elephantine
Question 17. A. accrue B. asset C. crevice D. outlook
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose bold and underlined
part is pronounced differently from that of the others in each group.
Question 18. A. feather B. dealt
C. meagre D. cleanse
Question 19. A. chamomile
B. chameleon
C. chaotic D. chandler
Question 20. A. paths B. mouths C. oaths D. faiths PART C. LEXICO-GRAMMAR
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Question 21. She enjoys the freedom of ______ through the picturesque meadows. A. roaming B. voyaging C. cruising D. journeying
Question 22. The noise upstairs is really ______ my interest. I need to know what’s going on there. A. piquing B. whipping C. whetting D. intriguing
Question 23. Let me give you a ______ of advice about how to make a favourable impression at the interview. A. term B. sense C. case D. word
Question 24. It was not until she had arrived home ______ her appointment with the doctor.
A. than she remembered B. that she remembered
C. when she remembered D. did she remember
Question 25. I don’t think the two sides have made every effort to settle their dispute, ______? A. do I B. have they C. don’t I D. haven’t they
Question 26. Adam Lee is reported to be ______ a researcher.
A. more of an adventurer than
B. an adventurer more than
C. more an adventurer than
D. an adventurer of more than
Question 27. Do you know that Oscar Wilde _____ in Paris during his final years? A. had lived B. has lived
C. has been living D. lived
Question 28. She knew a secret that could harm her friend’s reputation, so she had to ______ to avoid
revealing it during the conversation.
A. lose her shirt B. eat her hat
C. bite her tongue D. bury the hatchet
Question 29. It’s a shame I backed the ______, authorising Andy to lead the company’s project. A. false dawn B. wrong horse C. wrong tree D. false dog
Question 30. ______ did he ask for my opinion, even though he claimed to value it.
A. Only by chance B. In vain
C. Not even once D. No sooner
Question 31. Tests have found only a ______ amount of the chemical in the vegetables and fruit in this supermarket. A. negligible B. neglectful C. neglect D. negligence
Question 32. I was apprehensive ______ how I would apply what I had learned at university to the work required of me at the bank. A. about B. in C. on D. with 3/10 - Mã đề 801
Question 33. Vera only started writing in her 60s, yet she became one of the most ______ writers of her generation. A. fertile B. profligate C. prolific D. fruitful
Question 34. ______, we can ask Jason to help us solve the problem. A. If it needs B. Need it be C. If needs be D. It needs to be
Question 35. My cousin, ______ parents spoke English, would translate for them whenever they travelled abroad.
A. neither of whose B. with whom
C. both of whose D. both of whom
Question 36. Ben didn’t mean to eat anything at the year-end party, but he finally ______ the temptation of the superb dessert there. A. came in for
B. fell back on C. gave in to D. hooked up with
Question 37. David stated ______ that he knew nothing about the document. A. equivocally B. vocalic
C. unequivocally D. vocally
Question 38. Jenny will be the sole ______ of her father’s will when he dies. A. beneficial B. benefactor C. beneficent D. beneficiary
Question 39. The team management had to ______ training budgets due to lack of sponsorship. A. churn out B. flesh out C. pare down D. take down
Question 40. The final edition, ______ tomorrow, will be a collector’s item.
A. will be printed B. printing C. is printed D. to be printed
PART D. READING COMPREHENSION
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 41 to 50.
Machines already perform a lot of tasks that were usually done by humans, such as building cars, doing
complex calculations, and even marking exam papers. But now it seems that ever more intelligent machines
are straying (41) ______ areas where we never envisaged they would go. We have always taken pride in
having a unique kind of intelligence that machines could never (42) ______; one which allows us to think of
new ideas and produce creative and artistic works. But it seems that even here, computers are (43) ______ to compete with us.
Machines can easily be trained to do the physical work of producing art. About ten years ago, a painting
robot known as e-David was created at a university in Germany. And recently in New York, the painting
“Portrait of Edmond de Belamy” has been auctioned for nearly half a million dollars. (44) ______ a bit
unusual was that the idea, and the image itself, was produced entirely by a computer.
A group of young French artists gave instructions to the computer, aiming (45) ______ to show that
computers can be creative. Some artists are now working with computers to produce a new kind of art.
Computer-(46) ______ works of art are certainly interesting, and make us think about the limits of what machines can and cannot do.
But not everyone would accept that they qualify as art. Some (47) ______ would argue they do, and the
collectors willing to pay high prices for these works would suggest there is definitely a market for computer
art. Others, (48) ______, would disagree. Many “real” artists would claim that art is (49) ______ human
intelligence and human emotions. More importantly, it is about a desire to (50) ______ other people. These
things, they argue, are part of being human and can never be produced by a machine.
Question 41. A. into B. out C. off D. upon
Question 42. A. match B. correlate C. fulfil D. compare
Question 43. A. coming about B. stepping in C. setting out D. lining up
Question 44. A. The thing which made B. It made what C. It made D. What made it
Question 45. A. fairly B. entirely C. roughly D. simply
Question 46. A. generated B. rendered C. engineered D. synthesized 4/10 - Mã đề 801
Question 47. A. enthusiasts B. adversaries C. opponents D. connoisseurs
Question 48. A. however
B. notwithstanding C. henceforth D. therefore
Question 49. A. a plunge into
B. a misconception about
C. the centre stage of D. an expression of
Question 50. A. communicate with B. correspond with C. resound to D. relate to
Read the following advertisement and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate
the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 51 to 55.
An Invitation to Vietnam’s Traditional Craft Villages
Step away from the fast-paced city life and uncover the charm of Vietnam’s ancient craft villages, where
every thread, brushstroke, and carving tells a story of heritage. Our Hands-on Cultural Experience Tour is
designed to help you explore authentic craftsmanship while connecting deeply with local artisans.
(51) ______ or conical hat painting, our programs provide immersive workshops and warm homestays that
bring cultural stories to life. You’ll gain not only practical skills but also priceless memories that last beyond your journey.
Join us and discover how creativity, patience, and tradition intertwine in every handmade piece. Each
experience is crafted to let you feel the heartbeat of Vietnamese artistry and to remind you that heritage lives
on (52) ______ dare to create and preserve.
Through guided sessions, you’ll learn age-old techniques that have (53) ______ with care by generations
of local masters. Should you be longing sincerely and wholeheartedly for a deeper understanding of
Vietnamese craftsmanship, this tour will exceed your expectations.
By participating, travelers also help protect cultural identity and support sustainable development. Let
every product you craft tell a tale — one that blends history, artistry, and community. Join us now, and turn
your curiosity (54) ______ to tradition and creativity.
For more information, visit our website or contact our tour consultants, who are always ready to guide
you towards fully (55) ______ a lifetime. Question 51.
A. Regardless of your wish for pottery shaping, weave silk,
B. Whether you wish to try pottery shaping, silk weaving,
C. However you wish to make pottery, weave silk,
D. Despite demands for making pottery, weaving silk, Question 52.
A. through the passion of those who
B. within each moment of shared art which
C. through the hands of devoted artisans whom
D. under the guidance of local elders whose Question 53.
A. been handed into and perfected over time
B. been carefully handed down and perfected
C. transferred under respect of their ancestors
D. preserved and practiced by village generations Question 54.
A. to a timeless connection from craftsmanship
B. into a meaningful and enduring tribute
C. towards a story worth telling
D. onto a path inspired by ancient wisdom 5/10 - Mã đề 801 Question 55.
A. witnessing centuries of shared inspiration between
B. embracing your cultural adventure of
C. following every step of your exploration into
D. exploring the innermost corner for
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best
answer to each of the following questions from 56 to 65.
TikTok, the popular app that allows users to create and share short videos, is now the most downloaded
app in the world. One of the most popular ways users engage with the app is to carry out challenges. These
encourage people to video themselves doing some kind of activity, such as singing, dancing or acting. A
successful challenge will go viral, with hundreds of thousands of people around the world taking part.
Anyone with a smartphone can get involved. No talent is required beyond a little extroversion and
commitment. Users can just ride the trend to gain popularity. As a result, challenges are ideal for people
who have a little spare time, enjoy performing and like getting attention. Unsurprisingly, most of those who
take part are children, teenagers and young adults.
The problem is that these are the very people who are most at risk from performing challenges. This is
because the part of the brain that handles rational thought is not fully developed in humans until we are in
our mid-20s. Until then, we are less able to make long-term plans and analyse risks. It’s no secret that the
young brain values things that provide a sense of inclusion and popularity. The more attention a young
person’s stunt might get, the less likely he or she is to consider its potential risks.
The TikTok challenge trend has had severe consequences. In 2020, the “skull-breaker” challenge, which
involves two people kicking a third person’s legs to make them fall over, caused teenagers in both the UK
and the US to be badly injured. In response, TikTok stated that it did not allow content that encourages
dangerous challenges that might lead to injury. It added that doing so was not funny and certainly wouldn’t
make users famous. Any such content on its platform would be removed. This reaction was clearly not
thorough enough because, in 2021, several fatal incidents occurred resulting from another viral challenge
on TikTok, the “blackout” challenge, which encouraged people to choke themselves until they passed out.
Three youngsters died from attempting this challenge in January 2021. This was followed later in the year by
a number of deaths in the USA and UK.
The challenge did not actually originate on TikTok, nor is it the only platform where videos of it have
spread. According to a TIME report in 2018, millions of videos of the “Pass Out Challenge” were currently on YouTube.
Question 56. What is the main purpose of the first paragraph?
A. To explain that TikTok is the world’s largest source of video entertainment
B. To criticize the youth who spend too much time performing and seeking attention
C. To detail the minimal skills required to become famous on the TikTok app
D. To describe the popularity of the “challenge” format and identify its target demographic
Question 57. The word “These” in the first paragraph refers to ______. A. videos B. users C. teenagers D. challenges
Question 58. The word “commitment” in the first paragraph is CLOSEST in meaning to ______.
A. monetary investment B. social interaction C. appeal D. dedication
Question 59. The second paragraph implies that teenagers and young adults are attracted to
challenges because the activities offer a sense of ______.
A. mastering complex skills that others cannot perform
B. physical danger and extreme excitement
C. lasting security and financial reward
D. being part of a group and becoming well known 6/10 - Mã đề 801
Question 60. The phrase “rational thought” in the second paragraph refers to the ability to ______.
A. use logic to assess consequences and plan effectively
B. suppress negative emotions when feeling pressured
C. follow social trends without asking too many questions
D. calculate the exact cost of a potential long-term investment
Question 61. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a reason TikTok gave for removing dangerous content?
A. The company prohibits content that encourages unsafe acts.
B. Performing such challenges is not an effective way to gain fame.
C. Such challenges could lead to physical injury.
D. The company does not want to be held legally responsible for accidents.
Question 62. The sentence “This reaction was clearly not thorough enough” is intended to highlight that ______.
A. the policy needed to be applied to other platforms like YouTube, not just TikTok
B. the company should have offered a more sincere apology to the injured users
C. TikTok’s previous policy against the “skull-breaker” challenge was too strict
D. the company’s efforts to stop dangerous content failed to prevent subsequent fatal events
Question 63. The word “severe” in the third paragraph is OPPOSITE in meaning to ______. A. minor B. acute C. momentous D. punitive
Question 64. According to the passage, which of the following is TRUE about the “blackout” challenge?
A. It was entirely the result of the brain’s immaturity in young participants.
B. It was exclusively confined to video sharing on the TikTok platform.
C. It was the first deadly challenge to ever appear on the TikTok app.
D. It resulted in multiple deaths that occurred over the course of 2021.
Question 65. What does the passage mainly discuss?
A. The history and evolution of the “Pass Out Challenge” across different social media platforms.
B. The popularity of dangerous TikTok challenges, their connection to youth development, and their negative impacts.
C. The legal liability of technology companies for content shared by TikTok users.
D. The specific neurological processes that make teenagers unable to assess the risk of exciting challenges on TikTok. PART E. WRITING
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each
pair of sentences in the following questions.
Question 66. The board of directors are between the devil and the deep blue sea. They can’t decide on
how to tackle the financial crisis.
A. The board of directors don’t have a leg to stand on when it comes to the way of tackling the financial crisis.
B. Not being able to tackle the financial crisis, the board of directors decide to take the bull by the horns.
C. The board of directors are on the horns of a dilemma about how to tackle the financial crisis.
D. The board of directors are trying to come to terms with the way to tackle the financial crisis.
Question 67. Ronan moved to the new school. He could easily socialise with the new friends right after that.
A. No sooner had Ronan socialised with the new friends effortlessly than he moved to a new school.
B. At no time could Ronan socialise with the new friends so easily before moving to the new school. 7/10 - Mã đề 801
C. Only by moving to the new school could Ronan make new friends easily.
D. Scarcely had Ronan moved to the new school when he could effortlessly socialise with the new friends.
Question 68. Overeating is a cause of several serious diseases. Physical inactivity is another cause of several serious diseases.
A. Physical inactivity, as well as overeating, bears no responsibility for some serious diseases.
B. Neither overeating nor physical inactivity can give rise to several dangerous diseases.
C. Not only overeating but also physical inactivity may lead to several dangerous diseases.
D. Eating too much, not physical inactivity, contributes mainly to several serious diseases.
Question 69. The petrol car looked fashionable. We opted for the hybrid one for its fuel efficiency.
A. Although fashionable, we bought the fuel-efficient hybrid car instead of the petrol one.
B. No matter how fashionable the petrol car was, the hybrid one looked better and cost less fuel.
C. The hybrid car was less fashionable, so we chose the petrol one because of its fuel efficiency.
D. Fashionable though the petrol car looked, we chose the fuel-efficient hybrid one.
Question 70. The superstar played a cameo role in the film. The film became successful thanks to that.
A. But for the superstar’s cameo role in the film, it wouldn’t have been a success.
B. If it hadn’t been for the superstar’s cameo role, the film would have succeeded.
C. Were it not for the superstar’s cameo role, the film would be even more successful.
D. If the film hadn’t been a success, the superstar wouldn’t have played a cameo role in it.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the
utterances to make a meaningful dialogue/email/ paragraph in each of the following questions. Question 71.
a. Another crucial skill is resilience, which allows teens to recover from setbacks and keep moving
forward. Developing resilience not only improves their mental health but also makes them more confident in facing new experiences.
b. Parents and schools play a vital role in supporting these skills. Teachers can design projects that require
teamwork and creativity, while parents can encourage independence by letting their children make small choices.
c. Moreover, teenagers should learn to develop a growth mindset, meaning they believe they can improve through effort and practice.
d. These include problem-solving, communication, decision-making, and emotional control. For example,
learning how to manage stress and communicate clearly can prevent many conflicts.
e. With this attitude, they are more likely to view mistakes as opportunities to learn rather than failures.
f. When teenagers practice life skills regularly, they become better prepared for adulthood and more
capable of adapting to the modern world.
g. In today’s fast-changing world, teenagers need more than academic knowledge to succeed. Life skills
are the abilities that help young people deal effectively with daily challenges.
A. f-d-g-e-c-b-a
B. g-b-a-d-e-f-c
C. g-d-a-c-e-b-f D. f-g-a-b-c-d-e Question 72.
a. Even babies no more than a few weeks old smile to express pleasure.
b. People are good at spotting a false smile with no genuine feeling behind it.
c. Smiling is a universal human expression.
d. If you make a conscious effort to smile more, however, you must be careful to avoid either a fixed grin 8/10 - Mã đề 801
or an apologetic smile, which can create a negative or sometimes even unpleasant impression.
e. Psychological experiments have confirmed what we all know by instinct, that a smiling person is more
attractive than the same person looking glum. A. a-c-e-b-d B. c-b-a-e-d C. b-c-e-d-a D. e-c-a-d-b Question 73. Dear Sir,
a. On 10th January, I took a ride in one of your taxis from 21 Le Loi Street to 123 Le Hong Phong Street.
The plate number of the taxi was 15A-68886 and the driver’s name was Nam.
b. Thank you very much for your prompt attention to this matter. I look forward to your reply and hope for a swift resolution.
c. If necessary, I am happy to provide any additional details to help in the search or to arrange a suitable time for collection.
d. Unfortunately, upon arriving at my destination, I accidentally left behind a folder containing several
important papers in the backseat of the taxi. The documents are essential for my work, and I would be
grateful if you could assist in locating them.
e. I am writing to inform you that I accidentally left a folder containing important papers in one of your taxis. Yours faithfully, A. e-a-d-c-b B. e-a-b-d-c C. e-d-c-a-b D. e-c-d-a-b Question 74.
a. Mai: Perfect. Thank you for sparing the time for me.
b. Ms Brown: Thursday afternoon might be difficult, I’m afraid. I’ve got a meeting then.
c. Mai: I see. Would Saturday morning be any better?
d. Mai: I was hoping to get some guidance on how to speak English fluently. Would you spare me some
time this Thursday afternoon, Ms Brown?
e. Ms Brown: Yes, that would work. Let’s say around nine in the staff room? A. d-e-c-b-a B. d-e-a-b-c C. d-b-a-e-c D. d-b-c-e-a Question 75. Dear Santa,
a. Thank you for giving us the best gift. I would love to come and visit you one day in the North Pole!
b. I have been writing to you every year since I was four, and I want you to know that I have tried to be very good this year.
c. My name is Amy and I am 11 years old.
d. This year, for Christmas, I just want my family to be healthy and happy.
e. I made my mommy, daddy, and sister feel better when they were sick and I also studied harder to have better results.
f. And I wish you a very merry Christmas! Love, Amy A. c-e-a-d-b-f B. c-b-d-a-f-e C. c-b-e-d-a-f D. c-d-e-a-b-f
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning
to the sentence given in each of the following questions.
Question 76. Visitors who wish to explore the more remote areas of the park are strongly advised to hire experienced local guides.
A. Exploring the more remote areas of the park, hiring experienced local guides is highly recommended.
B. For safety reasons, local guides are strongly advised for visitors to the more remote areas of the park. 9/10 - Mã đề 801
C. Visitors are strongly recommended to hire experienced local guides by exploring the more remote areas of the park.
D. It is strongly advised that visitors hire experienced local guides when exploring the more remote areas of the park.
Question 77. The journalist said, “I fabricated some details in my report to make the story more
sensational, and I deeply regret it.”
A. The journalist deeply regretted not having fabricated some details in his report to make the story more sensational.
B. The journalist admitted having fabricated some precise details in his report to make it more sensational and he expressed deep regret.
C. The journalist had no regrets about having fabricated some details in his report to make the story more sensational.
D. The journalist confessed to having fabricated some details in his report to make the story more
sensational, and he deeply regretted it.
Question 78. He would spend his very last penny trying to ingratiate himself with his new boss.
A. He would rather spend his last penny on pleasing himself than flatter his new boss.
B. He attempted to ingratiate himself with his new boss at the expense of his last penny.
C. His new boss would love to be the apple of his eye, whatever cost he might pay.
D. He tried his hand at ingratiating himself with his new boss, all expenses paid.
Question 79. Looking back, it was a big mistake on my part not to call the fire brigade at once.
A. In hindsight, I should have called the fire brigade immediately.
B. In restrospect, the fire brigade shouldn’t have been called at once.
C. To be honest, I did everything I could to stop the fire.
D. Honestly speaking, I don’t think I could have called the fire brigade at once.
Question 80. It’s undeniable that victims of online scams are often naive users.
A. Online scams often pose hazard to innocent users, which appears to be implausible.
B. That naive people are easy prey for online scams is a ridiculous denial.
C. It’s an indisputable fact that innocent users often fall prey to online scams.
D. What most naive people can’t deny is that online scams victimize their users.
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