1. Đề thi học sinh giỏi môn tiếng Anh lớp 7 cho năm học 2023-2024 (đề số 01)
PHẦN A: PHONETICS
I. Chọn từ có phần gạch chân phát âm khác biệt so với các từ còn lại bằng cách khoanh tròn chữ cái A, B, C hoặc D tương ứng.
1. A. joyful B. apple C. act D. aunt
2. A. mind B. bicycle C. fit D. neat
3. A. school B. chair C. church D. chat
4. A. health B. group C. tea D. ocean
5. A. sun B. enjoyment C. son D. put
6. A. thrilled B. intrigued C. anxious D. colored
7. A. utilize B. computer C. responsibility D. close
8. A. seat B. just C. pair D. are
9. A. how B. understand C. city D. reddish
10. A. period B. vacation C. excellent D. beef
SECTION B: VOCABULARY, GRAMMAR
I. Select the most suitable option by marking the corresponding letter A, B, C or D
1. We always need additional players. Why don’t you come ………………?
A. on
B. along
C. with
D. after
2. Will you be at home …………..dinner this evening?
A. to
B. for
C. at
D. on
3. Presenting a book report in front of the class is a fascinating …………………..
A. act
B. action
C. activity
D. deed
4. Do you go out ………..?
A. in the afternoon on Fridays
B. on Fridays in the afternoon
C. on afternoons Friday
D. on Friday afternoons
5. …………….resides in a very large residence
A. The Queen of England
B. A Queen of England
C. The Queen of the England
D. the Queen of England
6. On Sunday mornings, I remain in bed …………..8 o’clock.
A. until
B. at
C. from
D. to
7. I frequently ……………during winter.
A. go skiing
B. go playing skiing
C. play skiing
D. go to ski
8. Some young individuals are volunteering ……………hospital.
A. as
B. such as
C. like
D. to be
9. We should avoid crossing the road outside the …………….
A. zebra crossing
B. pavement
C. foot lane
D. sidewalk
10. They …………..seemed fit after the summer break.
A. looked
B. were looking
C. were seeming
D. were appearing
11. They hang out with their friends and …………some enjoyment.
A. take
B. do
C. enjoy
D. have
12. You ought to focus more …………….during lessons.
A. attention
B. care
C. part
D. notice
13. He and his friends often get ……… and discuss their stamp collections.
A. together
B. one another
C. themselves
D. each other
14. He has a passion for stamps. He is a stamp …………..
A. collector
B. collecting
C. collects
D. collect
15. Some students claim they are ……….……. They don’t have time for leisure activities.
A. busy
B. hurry
C. hard
D. full
16. It’s challenging to cross this road due to excessive ………..
A. traffic
B. people
C. crowd
D. transport
17. Currently, there are no good films …………..
A. showing
B. performing
C. being on
D. going on
18. Apologies, I can't make it, but thanks ………….
A. anyway
B. any way
C. any ways
D. in anyway
19. Take a look at ………..girl over there.
A. this
B. that
C. a
D. one
20. Would you be interested in coming over to my place for lunch?
A. I’d love to
B. Yes, I like
C. OK. I’d like
D. Yes, I do
II. Provide the correct verb forms in parentheses to complete the following statements.
1. No one likes (go) ……….to the hospital.
2. What are you (do)…………right now? I’m (watch) ………….television.
3. In four years, we (be) ……………students.
4. There’s a new school (build) ………………close to our school now.
5. Will you (be) …………..angry if he decides not to assist you?
6. I’ll send him the message as soon as he (return)………………
7. A little girl cannot spend all her time (listen) ……………..to stories.
8. He dispatched a telegram to his mother so she could (learn) …………….the good news.
9. + Where are you right now?
+ I’m upstairs. I (have) ………………a bath at the moment.
III. Complete each gap with the appropriate form of the words provided in CAPITAL:
1. My father owns a …………computer. He frequently takes it along when he travels for work. PORT
2. We are all ………..about our upcoming excursion to Cuc Phuong forest next weekend. EXCITE
3. The room will appear brighter if there is a …………..on the wall. PAINT
4. Some of the children, mainly the …………….boys, enjoy playing marbles during break time. MAIN
5. You should avoid eating ……….food. HEALTH
6. We mustn’t be ……………….when crossing busy streets. CARE
7. She often feels …………………when she receives poor grades. HAPPY
8. This company has approximately 200 …………. EMPLOY
9. Mai excels ………….at math compared to me. GOOD
10. This charming apartment includes two bedrooms and is ……………FURNISH
IV. Identify the incorrect word or phrase that is underlined
1. Tim is (A) at (B) the same (C) age as (D)
2. During (A) recess, the (B) students practice (C) how to play (D)
3. Do you know (A) how much (B) a (C) banana costs? (D)
4. The teacher says (A) Ba will become (B) a (C) famous artist someday.
5. Some boys (A) are playing marbles (B) in (C) the school yard during recess. (D)
6. Some (A) students are engaged in games like (B) blind man's (C) buff and catch. (D)
7. Mai is learning (A) how to operate (B) a (C) computer in her scientific (D) studies.
8. I'd love (A) to come to your birthday, but (B) I'm (C) unfortunately (D) too busy.
9. There are fewer (A) TV programs (B) for teenagers than (C) for adults. (D)
10. People are living (A) longer, so (B) there are increasingly more (C) elderly (D) individuals.
V. Complete the sentences using the appropriate prepositions.
1. When does the library shut?
- It shuts …………around half …………four.
2. Could you assist me with washing …………these soiled glasses?
3. We search ………………..the new vocabulary in the dictionary.
4. You shouldn’t eat and watch TV ……….simultaneously.
5. These cards are organized alphabetically and …………by author.
6. Schools in Vietnam differ ……….from those in the USA.
7. What is your birth ………date?
- November 8th.
8. Farmers are incredibly diligent. They work from dawn ………until dusk on their farms.
9. I prefer living ……….in the countryside because the people there are friendlier.
10. Mr. Minh isn’t home at the moment. He is …………at his workplace.
SECTION C: READING
I. Select a fitting word to complete the following text.
fishing | singer | Join | Join in | off | watching |
when | spend | Movies | things | house | home |
I only have Sunday (1)………… free, so my leisure time is quite limited. Sunday is an excellent day for me to (2)……….spend time with friends and family. One of the (3)……….I particularly enjoy on Sunday mornings is going (4) ………….with my friends, although I don't always manage to catch any fish. It's a chance to unwind and discuss the past week’s happenings and upcoming plans. I usually return (5)……..late in the afternoon. On Sunday evenings, my family sometimes (6)……………..visit other relatives at a karaoke restaurant, and we all have a wonderful time together. It’s especially entertaining (7)……..when my father takes the stage to sing. Please keep this between us, but he’s quite a poor (8)……..! Occasionally, I go to the (9)……………with friends or my brother. Sometimes, I simply stay home, enjoying music, (10)……………watching videos, or reading novels.
II. Fill in each numbered blank with one appropriate word.
Alice is a new English friend of (1)…………….. . She is very (2) …………….to share about her new (3)…………… Her classes start at nine every morning and (4)……………until half past ten. After that, she has a ………….break for fifteen minutes. During this time, she often chats with her friend about various topics like (6) …………………the previous lesson or the movie from last night. She has five (7) …………….sessions in the morning and three in the afternoon. Alice’s favorite (8) ………..is English. The first term spans four months from September to December. Alice puts in her (10)……………….effort to excel as a student in the class.
SECTION D: WRITING
I. Use the provided words to rephrase the second sentence without altering the meaning:
1. What an opulent car!
How………………………………..……!
2. I dedicate an hour each evening to completing my homework.
I invest …………………………………………………
3. Nobody can run faster than I can.
I am ……………………………………………..
4. Is there a library available at your school?
Does………………………………………….?
5. What is your age?
What …………………………………………?
6. May I get you a cup of tea?
Would ………………………………………………?
7. My sister works harder than I do.
I don’t …………………………?
8. Is there a better refrigerator than this one in your possession?
Is this ………………………………………………?
9. Securing an apartment in a large city can be quite challenging.
It is ………………………………………………
10. February generally consists of 28 days.
There ………………………………………………
II. Arrange the words to form proper sentences
1. English / are / the back / at / the library / those / books / in.
………………………………………………………
2. we / essays / about / literature / write / in / and / learn / the / books.
……………………………………………………
3. the students / at / the bell / into / all / go / half / past / ten / the yard / rings.
………………………………………………………
4. Ba / is / in / learning / music / play / the guitar / room / to.
………………………………………………………
5. would / you / my / to / for / come / dinner / house / like / to?
…………………………………………………………
2. English proficiency exam paper for 7th grade, school year 2023-2024 (paper number 02)
I. Select 4 words that are pronounced with /t/. (1 point)
stamped, looked, booked, washed, raised, visited
.........................................................................................
II. Select the most appropriate answer to complete each blank (laugh, sweet, learn, riding, less) (1 point)
1. This orange has a __________ taste.
2. My father often assists me in __________ English.
3. I consume __________ coffee compared to you.
4. My joke caused the entire class to __________
III. Identify and correct the mistake in each of the following sentences. (1 point)
1. Mr. Robinson wasn't taking Liz to the zoo yesterday afternoon. ................
A B C D
2. In the future, we will have less work and more money to spend. ................
A B C D
IV. Complete each sentence by inserting the correct form of the provided word. (1 point)
1. I have an ............... scheduled with my doctor at 5 p.m. tomorrow. (appoint)
2. The nurse needs to know Hoa's ........................... (high)
V. Rephrase the following sentences starting with the given prompt. (2 points)
1. Listening to music is more engaging than watching TV.
→ I would rather. ......................................................................................
2. How much did you pay for this pen?
→ How much ......................................................?
3. I spend around two hours every day on my homework.
→ I ..........................................................................................
4. My mother dislikes both coffee and tea.
→ My mother likes neither..........................................................................
VI. Provide the correct verb forms (2ms)
1. I don't take pleasure in (play) chess. ................
2. John is the (happy) individual we have ever met. ................
3. Two days ago, I (take) my final exam. It ................
4. I enjoy (read) the science book. ...............
VII. Read the passage below and answer the questions. (2ms)
Last week, Hung experienced a sore throat and coughed frequently. Her mother gave her some amoxicillin tablets and instructed her to take them, but Hung did not feel any improvement. Consequently, she had to stay home for three days, from Tuesday to Thursday. On Friday, Mrs. An, Hung's aunt, came to visit and recommended a mixture of honey, ginger, salt, and lemon juice. She advised Hung to drink a small amount of the mixture periodically. After two hours, Hung began to feel better. By the next day, Hung's condition had nearly resolved. Thanks to her aunt's visit, Hung received an effective remedy for her sore throat.
Questions:
1. What is wrong with Nhung? ..........................................................
2. For how many days did she miss class? ..........................................................
3. What did she use as her remedy? ..........................................................
4. Did Nhung receive a new effective treatment for her illness? ..........................................................
VIII. Select the word that best completes each blank (1m)
Watch out for your safety and that of your friends when walking or cycling. Opt for the (1) ________ routes such as quieter and slower roads, with sidewalks if you're walking or bike lanes if you're cycling.
It's simple to get sidetracked by your phone or companions, but you must remain (2) ________ to traffic. Store your phone away and remove your earphones (3) ________ when crossing the street. Don't assume that drivers (4) ________ notice you and can stop in time – many drive too fast and aren't attentive enough, (5) ________ any action you can take to safeguard yourself is beneficial.
1. A. safe | B. safer | C. safest | safely |
2. A. risky | B. warning | C. serious | D. alert |
3. A. off | B. over | C. out | D. down |
4. A. must | B. will | C. could | D. should |
5. A. but | B. so | C. though | D. because |
3. Answers for the English High School Entrance Exam for 7th Grade, Academic Year 2023-2024
3.1 Answers for Test 01
SECTION A: PHONETICS
I. Select the word with a differently pronounced underlined part from the others by circling the appropriate letter A, B, C, or D. (10 marks) - Each correct answer earns 1 point.
Câu | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
Đáp án | D | C | A | A | D |
Câu | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 |
Đáp án | C | D | D | B | C |
SECTION B: VOCABULARY, GRAMMAR
I. Choose the correct answer by circling the corresponding letter A, B, C, or D. (10 marks) - Each correct answer is worth 0.5 points.
Câu | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
Đáp án | B | B | C | D | D |
Câu | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 |
Đáp án | A | B | D | D | A |
Câu | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 |
Đáp án | B | D | A | C | B |
Câu | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 |
Đáp án | B | D | C | C | B |
II. Provide the correct form of the verbs in brackets to complete the sentences below. (10 marks) - Each correct answer is worth 1 point.
1. going 2. are …..doing, am watching 3. will be 4. is being built | 5. will …be 6. returns 7. listening 8. to learn 9. am having |
III. Fill in the blanks with the appropriate form of the capitalized word provided. (10 marks) - Each correct answer is worth 1 point.
1. portable 2. excited 3. painting 4. mainly 5. unhealthy | 6. careless 7. unhappy 8. employees 9. better 10. furnished |
IV. Identify the underlined word or phrase that contains an error. (10 marks) - Each correct answer is worth 1 point.
1. B. at bỏ 2. D. to play playing 3. D. cost costs 4. D. in one day one day 5. B. marble marbles | 6. B. as like 7. D. scientific science 8. A. coming to come 9. A. less fewer 10. C. many bỏ |
V. Complete the blanks with the appropriate prepositions. (10 marks) - Each correct answer earns 1 point.
Câu | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
Đáp án | At - past | Up | up | at | by |
Câu | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 |
Đáp án | from | Of | till | in | at |
SECTION C: READING
I. Select the most suitable word to finish the passage. (10 marks) - Each correct answer is valued at 1 point.
1. off | 2. spend | 3. things | 4. fishing | 5. home |
6. join | 7. when | 8. singer | 9. movies | 10. watching |
II. Insert the appropriate word into each numbered blank. (10 marks) - Each correct answer is worth 1 point.
1. mine
2. eager / delighted / content
3. educational institution
4. persist / endure
5. interval / break
6. like
7. sessions
8. courses
9. within
10. finest
SECTION D: WRITING
I. Rewrite the second sentence using the provided words so that the meaning remains the same. (10 marks) - Each correct answer is worth 1 point.
1. What a luxurious car it is!
2. I dedicate an hour each day to completing my homework.
3. I am the quickest runner.
4. Does your school have a library available?
5. How old are you?
6. Would you like a cup of tea, or should I bring you one?
7. I don't work as hard as my sister does.
8. Is this the finest refrigerator you own?
9. Finding an apartment in a large city is challenging.
10. February typically has 28 days.
II. Rearrange the words to form correct sentences. (10 marks)- Each correct answer earns 2 points.
1. The English books are at the back of the library.
2. We study books and compose essays in literature class.
3. When the clock strikes ten-thirty, the bell rings and all the students head to the yard.
4. Ba is practicing guitar in the music room.
5. Would you be interested in coming over to my place for dinner?
3.2 Answers for test number 02
I. Select 4 words that are pronounced with /t/. (1m)
looked, booked, washed, stamped
II. Select the most appropriate answer to complete each blank (1m)
1. sweet 2. learn
3. less 4. laugh
III. Each of the following sentences has a mistake. Identify and correct it. (1m)
1. A ................didn't
2. B................less
IV. Complete each blank with the correct form of the provided word. (1m)
1. appointment
2. height
V. Rewrite the sentences below starting as instructed. (2ms)
1. → I find listening to music more enjoyable than watching TV.
2. → What is the price of this dictionary?
3. → I dedicate approximately two hours daily to my homework.
4. → My mother does not like coffee or tea.
VI. Provide the correct verb forms (2m)
1. playing 2. happiest
3. took 4. reading
VII. Read the passage below and then respond to the question. (1m)
1. They begin at 7. 2. It lasts for 15 minutes.
3. He has a total of 8 class periods. 4. His favorite subject is English.
VIII. Select the word that best completes each blank (1m)
1. C | 2. D | 3. C | 4. B | 5. B |