UBND THÀNH PHỐ THỦ ĐỨC ĐỀ KIỂM TRA HỌC KỲ II

PHÒNG GDĐT THÀNH PHỐ THỦ ĐỨC NĂM HỌC 2024 - 2025
MÔN: TIẾNG ANH - LỚP 9
ĐỀ CHÍNH THỨC Ngày kiểm tra: 26/04/2025
Thời gian làm bài: 60 phút (Không kể thời gian phát đề)
Chữ ký giám thị 1 Chữ ký giám thị 2 SỐ CỦA MỖI BÀI
Từ 1 đến 30 do giám thị ghi
Họ và tên thí sinh: ___________________________
Trường: ___________________________Lớp: ____ SỐ PHÁCH
Số báo danh: _______________________________ Do GT HĐ chấm thi ghi

Chữ ký giám khảo 1 Chữ ký giám khảo 2 SỐ PHÁCH

Điểm bằng số Điểm bằng chữ Do GT HĐ chấm thi ghi

SỐ CỦA MỖI BÀI

Từ 1 đến 30 do giám thị ghi

I. Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from that of the other words. (0.5
pt)
1. A. introvert B. opinion C. atmosphere D. roller
2. A. offered B. detected C. judged D. transformed
Answers: 1. ______ 2. ______
II. Choose the word that has a different stress pattern from that of the other words. (0.5 pt)
3. A. fossil B. pessimist C. capacity D. follower
4. A. beneficial B. grammartical C. rebellious D. accessible
Answers: 3. ______ 4. ______
III. Choose the word/phrase (A, B, C or D) that best fits the space in each sentence. (2.5 pts)
5. It is hard ____ life without the English language.
A. imagine B. imagined C. to imagine D. imagining
6. ____ you were a millionaire, what would you do?
A. When B. if C. Although D. Because
7. Streets in the city center are closed to heavy traffic so that skaters can speed around ____ safety.
A. in B. on C. at D. about
8. Tường Vy enjoyed watching Flow by ____ at CGV Vincom Thủ Đức.
A. themselves B. ourselves C. himself D. herself
9. Alaska is a place ____ you can see wild bears.
A. where B. which C. whose D. whom
10. The grass on Mỹ Đình Court is maintained so ____ that it’s considered the best grass court in Vietnam.
A. careful B. carefully C. care D. carelessly
11. It’s amazing to think of the ____ that might be hidden under your feet.
A. industries B. vacancies C. treasures D. landmarks
12. I would be ____ if you could send me further information about the volunteer programme.
A. polite B. grateful C. unreliable D. suitable
13. Researchers suggest ____ submarine technology.
A. developing B. to develop C. develop D. be developed
14. Thanh: “What are foods like in Hồ Chí Minh City?” - Trúc: “____.”
D. I like these two lines because they’ve the best B. I dislike learning history because i have a short
rhyme memory for events and dates
C. I’d like to do something that involves A. They’re delicious that they attract tourists from all
volunteering walks of life
Answers: 5. ______ 6. ______ 7. ______ 8. ______ 9. ______
10. ______ 11. ______ 12. ______ 13. ______ 14. ______
IV. Look at the signs. Choose the best answer (A, B, C or D) for each sign. (0.5 pt)
15. What should you do when you see this sign?
A. You can turn in a strange way.
B. You must stop.
C. You cannot turn left.
D. Go straight only.

16. What does the notice tell you to do?

A. Ignore the trash bins.
B. Leave waste on the ground.
C. Use the bins for all trash.
D. Avoid cleaning the area.

Answers: 15. ______ 16. ______

V. Read the following passage. Decide if the statements from 17 to 20 are True or False, and choose the
correct answers (A, B, C or D) for the questions 21 and 22. (1.5 pts)
Wembley Stadium is a sports stadium in London, England. It opened in 2007 and was built to replace the
original Wembley Stadium, which was built in 1923. With a capacity of 90,000, it’s the second largest
stadium in Europe. The distinctive features of the stadium are its partially retractable roof and the arch, which
is 133 metres high and 315 metres wide. Wembley Stadium hosts the matches of the English national football
team as well as the finals of several important football competitions, such as the FA cup and the UEFA
Champions League. This stadium is also a concert venue for many well-known musicians.
17. Wembley Stadium is located in London, England.
18. With a capacity of 90,000, Wembley Stadium is the largest stadium in Europe.
19. The arch of Wembley Stadium is 133 meters high, which is approximately 43.88% of its width.
20. Wembley Stadium has hosted football matches since the 19th century.
21. What is the passage mainly about?
A. The history of football in England. B. The architecture and features of Wembley Stadium
C. The original Wembley Stadium and its demolition D. The various football teams playing at Wembley Stadium
22. Which word is a synonym for “well-known”?
A. famous B. talented C. obscure D. unknown

Answers: 17. ______ 18. ______ 19. ______ 20. ______ 21. ______ 22. ______
VI. Choose the word (A, B, C or D) that best fits the blank space in the following passage. (1.5 pts)
ENGLISH AND WORLD INVENTIONS
English is the international language of science. It plays a key (23) ______ in communication,
documentation, and sharing knowledge worldwide. Scientists and inventors from (24) ______ countries use
English to publish research, discuss ideas, and work together.
Throughout history, English has helped significant scientific advancements. It has allowed experts (25)
______ discoveries, develop new technologies, and improve daily life. Without a common language,
progress in science and technology might stop going hand (26) ______ hand.
Using English in science does not mean forgetting other languages. Many scientists are employing their
native languages while also using English to enable global collaboration. Schools and universities encourage
students to learn English to access the latest research and connect with experts (27) ______.
As technology grows, scientists look for alternative ways to communicate better. (28) ______, English
continues to be the main language that allows discoveries to reach people everywhere.
Mastering English opens the door to learning, innovation, and success!
23. A. epidemic B. imagination C. role D. factor
24. A. different B. crucial C. complicated D. independent
25. A. exchanged B. exchanging C. exchange D. to exchange
26. A. with B. in C. to D. on
27. A. nearby B. upstairs C. worldwide D. nowhere
28. A. However B. Because C. But D. Furthermore

Answers: 23. ______ 24. ______ 25. ______ 26. ______ 27. ______ 28. ______
VII. Use the correct form of the word given in each sentence. (1.5 pts)
29. A lot of ______ noticed Panama's climate was slowly growing drier 2 decades ago. (science)
30. He has the ______ to walk into a room of strangers and immediately start a conversation. (confident)
31. A few minutes later, the ______ plans have been changed. (origin)
32. She used to be on staff, but now she's an _______ translator. (depend)
33. I haven't _______ for years because of my leg injuries. (snowboarder)
34. The museum was _______ furnished in 1930. (magnificent)
Answers: 29. ______________ 30. ______________ 31. ______________
32. ______________ 33. ______________ 34. ______________
VIII. Look at the entry of the word “ information ” in a dictionary. Use what you can get from the
entry to complete the sentences with two or three words. ( 0.5 pts)

35. People naturally want their loved ones to be __________________________________________.

36. The pilot’s first duty was to ensure the passengers were not ______________________________.
Answers:
35. ______________________________________________________________________________.
36. ______________________________________________________________________________.
IX. Rewrite each of the following sentences, beginning with the words given. (1.0 pt)
37. Mrs. Phương gave Phương Di an Oxford dictionary last semester.
38. I thanked this woman. The woman had helped me.
39. “Why don’t we organize a charity event?” he asked.
40. Vinfast takes pride in providing excellent customer service.
Answers:
37. Phương Di ________________________________________________________________________ .
38. I _________________________________________________________________________________ .
39. He suggested ______________________________________________________________________ .
40. Vinfast is _________________________________________________________________________ .
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LỚP 9 - NĂM HỌC: 2024- 2025

Từ câu 1 – 40: mỗi câu đúng 0.25 điểm

1. D 11. A 21. B 31. original

2. B 12. B 22. A 32. independent
3. C 13. A 23. C 33. snowboarded
4. A 14. D 24. A 34. magnificently
5. C 15. A 25. D 35. out of danger
6. B 16. C 26. B 36. in danger
7. A 17. TRUE 27. C 37. Phương Di was given an Oxford dictionary last semester by
Mrs. Phương.
8. D 18. FALSE 28. A 38. I thanked this woman, who had helped me.
9. A 19. TRUE 29. scientists 39. He suggested organizing a charity event. / that they (should)
organize a charity event.
10. B 20. FALSE 30. confidence 40. Vinfast is proud of providing excellent customer service.