Đề khảo sát chất lượng đầu năm môn Tiếng Anh lớp 9 - kèm theo đáp án

I. Chọn từ trong mỗi dòng có cách nhấn âm khác biệt

1. A. economical

B. farming

C. letdown

D. manager

2. A. cutback

B. rivalry

C. phản đối

D. diện mạo

3. A. tổ chức

B. thảo luận

C. nhà hàng

D. hàng xóm

II. Chọn từ có phần gạch chân phát âm khác với các từ còn lại

1. A. triển lãm

B. khu dân cư

C. nóng

D. ẩm ướt

2. A. cửa hàng tạp hóa

B. tháng

C. sự thoải mái

D. tiền

III. Select the appropriate option from A, B, C, or D

1. There will inevitably be a struggle between ___________ the elderly and ___________ the youth.

A. the – the

B. an – a

C. an – the

D. the – an

2. Alec mentioned to ___________ that he was fortunate to still be alive.

A. he

B. his

C. himself

D. myself

3. At the festival, they display numerous ___________ kites of various forms and sizes.

A. color

B. colorless

C. colorful

D. coloring

4. I haven’t been to Australia. I ____________ to Australia so far.

A. visited

B. have been

C. will visit

D. have not been

5. The doctor advised me __________ more fresh fruit.

A. consuming

B. to consume

C. consume

D. had eaten

IV. Fill in the blanks with the appropriate form of the words provided

1. Paul ___________ and missed several phone calls yesterday morning. (sleep)

2. High-speed Internet offers me with ________________ videos. (interactive)

3. The secretary connected Thomas to the manager’s landline ______________. (instantaneous)

V. Read the passage and determine T (true) or F (false) for each statement.

Natural disasters are defined as catastrophic events caused by nature or the Earth's natural processes. The impact of a disaster is assessed based on loss of life, economic damage, and the community’s capacity to recover. Events occurring in areas without inhabitants are not classified as disasters. For example, a flood on a deserted island does not qualify as a disaster, whereas a flood in a populated region is considered a natural disaster.

Every natural disaster results in some form of loss. Depending on the scale, various disasters can lead to fatalities. These can include falling structures or trees, hypothermia, being swept away, or heat exhaustion. The extent of fatalities varies among disasters, and population density can also influence the death toll.

Experts such as scientists, geologists, and meteorologists work diligently to forecast significant disasters and minimize potential damage. With the advancement of technology, predicting major storms, blizzards, cyclones, and other weather-related disasters has become more feasible. However, some natural disasters, like earthquakes, wildfires, landslides, or volcanic eruptions, can still occur with little warning. Even when warnings are issued, they are often brief and can result in severe outcomes. Areas unaccustomed to sudden events like flash floods or hail storms may experience extreme impacts.

1. A natural disaster is defined as a catastrophic event resulting from natural processes or events.

2. A flood occurring on a deserted island is not considered a disaster.

3. Areas with high population density are always immune to disasters.

4. It is possible for scientists, geologists, and meteorologists to entirely prevent natural disasters.

5. Regions unfamiliar with disasters may experience severe effects when they occur unexpectedly.

VI. Select the option (A, B, C, or D) that best completes each blank space.

Dear Sir/Madam,

We are a Year 8 Class B group from Stonehouse School. Each year, our class participates in an adventure holiday. This year, we are interested in visiting your center. Our plan is

to be away for the first week of May, arriving on Friday, May 2. Our group will consist of 15 boys, 15 girls, and two teachers. We are keen on activities such as sailing, rock climbing, canoeing, and navigation. Could you please provide us with information about your center?

We eagerly await your response. Sincerely,

1. A. in B. at C. over D. on

2. A. participate B. participating C. to participate D. to participating

3. A. attend B. to attend C. attending D. to attending

4. A. enthusiastic B. engaging C. uninterested D. dull

5. A. receive B. to receive C. receiving D. to receiving

VII. Fill in each sentence to retain the same meaning as the sentence above

1. He entered through the window. I witnessed it.

I witnessed ........................................................................................

2. She made herself ill. She had been working very hard.

She had been working so ................................................................…

3. Mastering English is quite challenging.

It is ..........................................................................................

4. David had left for home before we got there. After .................. 

5. We had our meal and then explored the shops.

Before ………………………………………………………

1. Lựa chọn từ có phần gạch chân được phát âm khác biệt so với các từ còn lại.

1. A. stamps

2. A. advise

B. clubs

B. in spite of

C. months

C. youngsters

D. felines

D. astonishment

2. Choose the word where the primary stress falls on a different syllable compared to the other words.

1. A. demolish

2. A. error

B. participate

B. hear

C. parent

C. physician

D. obtain

D. occur

I. Đưa các từ trong ngoặc về dạng đúng để hoàn thiện các câu sau.

1. My brother regularly (go) _______ to school by bicycle each day.

2. If we manage water usage wisely, more people (have) _______________ access to clean water.

3. My father takes pleasure in (watch) _______________ TV during the evenings.

4. Nga (stay) _______________ with her sister since the beginning of January.

5. The children are currently ( play) _______________ football.

6. When I (come) ___________ home from work yesterday, my mother was preparing dinner.

7. I don’t know many English words. I wish I (know) _________ more vocabulary in English.

8. Tuan and Huong (not/go) _______________ to the cinema last night.

II. Choose the correct answer from options A, B, C, or D to complete each sentence below.

1. Could you _______ the radio, please? It's making a lot of noise.

A. switch

B. leave

C. adjust

D. remove

2. English _______ as a second language in most schools across Vietnam.

A. is being taught

B. gets taught

C. is taught

D. will be taught

3. My closest friends regularly play tennis _______ Sundays.

A. at

B. on

C. for

D. in

4. We skipped camping yesterday _________ due to heavy rain.

A. because

B. although

C. Despite

D. In spite of

III. Lựa chọn từ thích hợp trong ngoặc để hoàn thiện các câu sau.

1. We are fond of _______ school due to its historical charm. (our/us)

2. He has been working as a singer _______ 5 years. (since/for)

3. I cook _______ than my sister. (better/best)

4. Nam had a serious accident because he didn't drive _______. (careful/carefully)

I. Đọc và chọn từ phù hợp trong khung để điền vào các chỗ trống nhằm hoàn thiện đoạn văn dưới đây.

ago                  started                      when                  move            stay              because

I come from Switzerland. I moved to London six months (1) ________ to study English. So far, I haven't met many English speakers, just my instructors. I (2) ___________ began studying English in Switzerland (3) __________ I was eleven, making it almost ten years. Initially, I didn't grasp much, but with time, my English has advanced; I recently took an exam. If I succeed, I will (4) ___________ advance to the next level. I'm thrilled today (5) ___________ my parents are arriving tomorrow to (6) ___________ with me for a few days, and it’s been a while since I last saw them. They have never visited England and do not speak English.

II. Đọc đoạn văn sau đây và trả lời các câu hỏi.

Bill Gates was born in Washington State in 1955. He was raised in an affluent family. His parents enrolled him in a private school where he met his future business partner, Paul Allen. During eighth grade, they were already developing software for business computers and generating significant results.

In 1973, Gates gained admission to Harvard University, much to his parents' delight. They hoped he would move past his computer obsession and follow in his father's footsteps to become a lawyer. However, two years later, Gates left Harvard to collaborate with his friend Allen on a computer project. They spent eighteen hours daily working in a Harvard dorm room, developing software for one of the earliest personal computers. By 1975, they founded Microsoft to market their software.

Allen left Microsoft in 1983 after battling cancer, but he recovered a few years later and launched his own business. Meanwhile, Microsoft grew into a major corporation. By 1990, Gates had become the youngest billionaire in U.S. history at the age of thirty-four.

1. Where was Bill Gates born?

………………………………………………………………………………………………..

2. At the age of 34, was Bill Gates the youngest billionaire ever in the USA?

………………………………………………………………………………………………..

3. When did Gates gain admission to Harvard University?

……………………………………………………………………………………………..

4. What motivated Bill Gates and Paul Allen to establish Microsoft in 1975?

……………………………………………………………………………………………….

I. Viết lại các câu sau sao cho nghĩa không thay đổi so với câu gốc, bắt đầu bằng từ gợi ý.

1. A new supermarket will be constructed here.

A new supermarket .....................................................................................

2. I dedicate three hours each day to complete my homework.

It takes .........................................................................................................

3. Every night, my father enjoys watching television.

My father enjoys ……………………………………………………….....

4. Despite leaving home early, I still arrived late for the meeting.

Although ........................................................................................................

II. Arrange the given words and phrases into complete sentences.

1. If / I / were / you / , / I / would / study / harder /.

......................................................................................................................

2. He / used to / go swimming / when / was / small / he /.

......................................................................................................................

I. Select the word with the differently pronounced underlined part (1.0 point)

1. A. out B. round C. about D. would

2. A. chair B. check C. machine D. child

3. A. joyful B. hour C. tall D. motel

4. A. mandatory B. place C. trim D. rush

5. A. explore B. weather C. tall D. fundamental

II. Select the most appropriate answer A, B, C, or D to complete the sentences below (3.0 points)

1._________ Kuala Lumpur, Ha Noi is a bustling and contemporary city

A. Such as

B. For example

C. Similar to

D. Resembling

2. I regret not ___________ his name.

A. had known

B. knowing

C. has known

D. had been knowing

3. We were eating dinner ________ the phone rang.

A. from

B. during

C. by

D. as

4. The________ official language of Malaysia is Bahasa Malaysia.

A. global

B. state

C. regional

D. local

5. Buddhism is __________.

A. a nation

B. a faith

C. a society

D. a territory

6. Lan ________the serene setting while Maryam was praying.

A. savoring

B. has savored

C. savored

D. savor

7. ' I wish I _________stay longer,' Maryam said to Lan at the end of the week.

A. might

B. can

C. shall

D. may

8. Malaysia is split ________ two areas: The East and the West Malaysia

A. impressed

B. struck

C. taken

D. fascinated

9. Maryam was truly ________ by the beauty of Ha Noi.

A. population

B. populates

C. populous

D. populated

10. The United States has a ________ of approximately 250 million.

A. overview

B. division

C. incorporation

D. demographic

III. Pair each statement in column A with its corresponding reply in column B (1.5 points)

A B Response

1. How about we have a picnic this weekend?

2. Nice to meet you. I'm Mai, let me introduce myself.

3. Where is your ancestral home?

4. What’s the way to get there?

5. How about joining us for lunch?

A. Taking the bus

B. Absolutely, I'd love to.

C. That sounds like a great idea

D. It’s located to the west of the city

E. It’s a pleasure meeting you as well.

1 .........

2..........

3..........

4..........

5..........

IV. Review the following text and respond to the questions provided (1.5 pts).

The new school year begins today. Everything behind the school gate appears spotless and vibrant. The aroma of freshly painted walls welcomes the students in their uniforms. Most of them are already familiar with each other. Nonetheless, there are some new faces. Some returning students form small clusters and chat in the school yard. Others are enthusiastic about assisting the newcomers. It can be challenging for new students to forge friendships and join games at a new school. Occasionally, they may not be aware of the new rules and thus behave or speak differently. All students are keen to embark on the new academic year.

Questions:

1. What is the appearance of everything on the first day of the new school year?

.............................................................................................

2. Are the students all dressed in their uniforms?

.............................................................................................

3. What activities do some of the returning students engage in within the school yard?

.............................................................................................

4. What causes newcomers to occasionally behave or speak differently?

.............................................................................................

5. How do the students appear?

.............................................................................................

V. Select the most appropriate word or phrase from options A, B, C, or D to complete the blank in the following text. (1 point)

Eye contact is a crucial form of (1) ____________ communication. How you gaze at someone can (2) ___________ convey various emotions such as interest, affection, hostility, or attraction. It also plays a key role in (3) _____________ managing the flow of a conversation.

Eye contact tends to be more sustained (4) ___________ when someone is actively listening to you. Gazing at a person might indicate (5) ___________. Those who are engaged show (6) ___________ eye contact and often lean forward during the dialogue. (7) ___________ making eye contact with someone can be (8) ______________ a sign of respect.

1.A. verbal

B. non-verbal

C. oral

D. digital

2. A. signify

B. convey

C. transfer

D. express

3. A. preserving

B. halting

C. averting

D. boosting

4. A. though

B. due to

C. except if

D. provided that

5. A. draw

B. drawn

C. appealing

D. allure

6. A. elevated

B. powerful

C. feeble

D. profound

7. A. Handling

B. Executing

C. Creating

D. Delivering

8. A. utilize

B. utilized

C. utilizing

D. to utilize

V. Apply the recommended terms to finalize the letter. (2.0 ps) Ha Noi September 18

Dear Lan,

I am writing to let you know that I have just come back from a three-day trip to Ha Noi.

I reached Ha Noi Railway Station at 5:00 pm last Friday.

My uncle met me at the station to pick me up.

On Saturday, my uncle took me to visit the History Museum and Thu Le Park.

Next, we explored Dong Xuan Market where I picked up a T-shirt for you with the 'I ♥ Ha Noi' symbol.

I was truly amazed by the charm of the capital and the warmth of its people.

I will return on Monday morning and will give you a call as soon as I get home.

I am eager to catch up with you soon.

Best regards,

Nga

Exercise 1: Identify the word with a unique pronunciation in the underlined section. Pronounce each word aloud

1. A. thermal

B. thankful

C. there

D. thorough

2. A. pollution

B. earplug

C. waste

D. dust

3. A. algal

B. aquatic

C. pollute

D. everlasting

Exercise 2: Identify the word with a differing stress placement in each option.

1. A. medical

B. hospital

C. political

D. electrical

2. A. ancient

B. financial

C. language

D. hopeful

Exercise 3: Select the correct option from A, B, C, or D

1. The Greens plan to …… this house and these doors for Christmas day.

A. be painted

B. painted

C. paint

D. be paint

2. At what time ......................?

A. will the train depart

B. Has the train been departing

C. does the train depart

D. is the train departing

3. It's about time you …… your homework completed

A. have

B. had

C. has

D. having

4. The dogs…… been fed before they headed to the party.

A. have

B. have been

C. had been

D. having been

5.The automobile was grimy. They…… it for several weeks.

A hasn't washed

B. haven't washed

C. hadn't been washed

D. hadn't washed

6. When they returned home last night, they discovered that someone…… into the house.

A had intruded

B. had been intruded

C. has intruded

D. has been intruded

Exercise 4: Review the paragraph below and select the correct option A, B, C, or D for each blank.

Today, an increasing number of students are (1) _______ in pursuing education abroad as they believe (2)_____ studying abroad offers more advantages than attending local universities in their home country. However, students frequently make their own choices (3) _____ where to pursue their education. They have various motivations for choosing local versus international study. There are (4) _______ benefits and drawbacks to studying abroad. Many local universities (5)______ offer high-quality education, providing students with numerous options. The expenses for studying at local universities can be (6)_______ compared to studying abroad. For instance, students avoid living costs. Those who (7)__________ study overseas may face culture shock and encounter communication issues. In (8)___________, you might miss your family and friends, experience homesickness, and sometimes feel isolated.

1. A. enthusiasm

B. enthusiastic

C. enthusing

D. in an interesting manner

2. A. the one

B. the place

C. the item

D. the fact

3. A. concerning

B. within

C. alongside

D. on

4. A. both

B. not either

C. all

D. originating from

5. A. that

B. at which

C. in which place

D. which

6. A. inexpensive

B. most affordable

C. more affordable

D. in a cost-effective manner

7. A. at what time

B. in which case

C. to whom

D. the person who

8. A. incorporating

B. inclusion

C. supplementary

D. in addition

Exercise 5: Paraphrase the following sentences without altering their meaning

1. As you travel across the Sahara next week, don't forget to apply plenty of sunscreen (while)

Make sure to apply plenty of sunscreen….. during your trip across the Sahara next week!

2. Titan will be shown at the cinema, followed by the DVD release. (before)

The DVD won’t be released ……. until after Titan has been shown at the cinema.

3. By the time you come to visit, we will have moved into our new house. (by)

By the time you visit us, we will have already moved into our new house.

Exercise 6: Fill in the correct verb form or tense for the verbs in brackets.

1. By the time Alex completed his studies, he (have been) in London for more than eight years.

2. Currently, the world's population (is growing) at a rapid pace.

3. It (was claimed) that some doctors were working 80 hours a week.

4. My mother recommended that I (discard) some items from my closet.

5. While we (were taking) the math test, the fire alarm (went) off.

Exercise 7: Carefully read the passage and determine if the statements are true (T) or false (F).

Using the Internet in your spare time can be enjoyable. You can engage in chatting, share photos with friends, and play online games. However, some individuals develop an addiction to the Internet and find it difficult to disconnect.

Spending extended hours online doesn’t necessarily indicate a problem. The Internet offers many benefits such as paying bills, shopping, and reading news. There are valid reasons to be online. Yet, those with Internet addiction often neglect real-life interactions, spending time instead with online acquaintances or playing games all day or night. Some even quit their jobs to devote more time online. People with Internet addiction often seek to escape real-life stresses and issues, focusing solely on their online presence and disregarding their actual lives.

A method for assisting Internet addicts involves utilizing specialized software. This program regulates the duration someone spends online by instructing the computer to disconnect from the internet after a set period. It aims to help individuals concentrate on their offline lives. The software’s purpose is to encourage responsible Internet use rather than merely serving as an escape.

1. Individuals who are addicted to the Internet dedicate the majority of their free time to it.

2. Using the Internet to manage bills is a practical application.

3. Internet addiction leads to disruptions in everyday life.

4. A significant number of people with Internet addiction spend their entire day or night playing online games.

5. Implementing specialized software can assist individuals in overcoming their Internet addiction.

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