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1. Đề thi tiếng Anh lớp 8 học kì 2 với file nghe và đáp án cập nhật mới nhất
I. NGHE HIỂU
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1. Listen to Son and Peter discuss the key inventions of the 21st century. Complete each blank with a maximum of THREE words and/or a number. You will hear it TWICE.
Facebook Youtube Google Self-Driving Car
Year of creation (1) ______ (2) ______ 2012
Application It (3) ______
1. 6 billion users globally. World's most popular (4) _______. Transforms how people (5) ______ the city.
2. Listen to Annie discuss the Internet. Determine if the statements are true (T) or false (F). Mark T or F. You will hear it TWICE.
a. Annie considers the Internet to be the most significant invention.
b. Annie completes her homework online.
c. Annie is fond of emails.
d. Annie uses the Internet sparingly.
Annie shares extensive personal details on Facebook.
II. READING SECTION
1. Analyze the passage and complete the blanks using the provided words.
environment; diseases; pollution; emission; upgrading
If you stroll through the streets of Ha Noi, the capital of Viet Nam, you might notice that many people are covering their faces with masks. This is due to severe air 1. ____________ in the city. From March 1 to 4, 2016, the US Embassy in Ha Noi recorded an air quality index exceeding 350. At this level, air pollution can lead to numerous respiratory 2. ___________, particularly affecting children and the elderly. The primary source of air pollution in Ha Noi is traffic. With a significant rise in motorcycles and cars over the past decade, the 3. ____________ of chemical exhaust has continuously increased. Another contributing factor is urban development, such as road 4. ____________ projects and new residential buildings. Residents are exposed to dust and grime throughout the city. Environmental specialists have warned that if the city continues to pursue economic growth without considering the 5.__________, the outcome will be dire.
2. Analyze the passage and fill in the blanks. Choose A, B, or C.
Sending positive nonverbal signals can strengthen your bond with your child and enhance emotional ties within your family. Many children, for instance, enjoy being embraced and kissed. This affectionate and nurturing body language conveys that you wish to be close to your child.
Children with special needs – such as those with autism or sensory sensitivities – may find physical contact challenging.
Conversely, negative nonverbal cues – such as a harsh tone or a scowl – during enjoyable activities might suggest that you’re not genuinely interested in participating.
Thus, aligning your verbal and nonverbal communication enhances the impact of your words. For instance, a teacher might use hand gestures to illustrate the size and shape of a math problem.
When verbal and nonverbal signals are inconsistent, your child may trust the nonverbal cues more – what you see often influences what you believe. Your child picks up a lot about nonverbal communication by observing you. For instance, if you greet new people in a calm manner, your child is more inclined to mimic that behavior.
1. A hug or kiss communicates that __________.
A. I want affection
B. I want to be close
C. I want to express feelings
2. Children with autism and sensory sensitivities struggle with __________.
A. affection
B. interaction
C. physical contact
3. A scowl conveys the message that __________.
A. I’m not interested in you
B. I wish to be close
C. I’m not really interested in participating
4. __________ enhances the impact of your words.
A. Employing positive gestures and body language
B. Merging verbal and nonverbal cues
C. Demonstrating a problem through gestures
5. The most effective way for children to grasp nonverbal cues is through __________.
A. observation
B. interaction
C. imitation
III. WRITING SECTION
1. Convert the following sentences into reported speech.
1. Jim’s mother inquired, “What would you like for dinner, Jim?”
Jim’s mother inquired of him ______________________________________.
2. “Where are you headed?” she inquired of me.
She inquired of me ______________________________________________.
3. “Would you like me to call your mother?” the waitress asked the young boy.
The waitress asked the young boy _______________________________.
4. The father asked the boy, “Have you followed all the instructions?”
The father inquired of the boy ___________________________________.
5. “What have you been up to all evening, my child?” the mother questioned.
_______________________________________________________.
III/ Select the word with the differently pronounced underlined part from the others. (0.5 pt)
1. A. emergency B. heritage C. decide D. religious
2. A. charred B. blended C. arranged D. drenched
IV/ Select the most suitable answer from the four choices provided (A, B, C, or D) to complete each sentence. (2.0 pts)
1. Please…………….the TV before you head to bed.
A. connect
B. disconnect
C. emerge
D. exit
2. It was a sweltering and …………. Sunday afternoon.
A. muggy
B. soaked
C. overcast
D. flurries
3. She ………… asked me whether I knew him.
A. inquired
B. questioned
C. inquired
D. desired
4. Look! I can spot a boy …………... a kite.
A. soaring
B. ascend
C. to soar
D. soared
5. Do you mind if I ………… a picture.
A. capture
B. capturing
C. to grab
D. grabbed
6. He was talking on the phone while his wife……… in the kitchen.
A. was cooking
B. has been cooking
C. was preparing
D. is preparing.
7. Minh: “What can we do with vegetable scraps?
Nga: “………………….”
A. Place them in 'fabric'.
B. We could turn it into compost.
C. Exactly.
D. That’s a great suggestion.
8. Lan: “It’s freezing out there. Can you shut the door?”
Ba: ………..
A. No, thanks
B. I hope so too
C. Yes, certainly
D. Okay
V/ Select the best words from the box to fill in the gaps in the passage. (1.5 pts)
Into; ahead; for; customary; currency; concerning; adorned;
Tet is a national and (1)……………… in Vietnam. It is a time for the Vietnamese people to gather and reflect (2)…………….their history and wish for good fortune (3)…………the coming year. Prior to Tet, all homes are painted white and (4) ………………with yellow apricot blossoms and vibrant lanterns. Everyone is anticipating (5) ……………………a more joyful life. On New Year’s Eve, children are elegantly dressed, hoping to receive (6) ……………….. enclosed in red envelopes as they wish their grandparents longevity, health, and wealth. Misdeeds should be avoided during this period.
VI/ Select the correct word (A, B, C or D) that best completes each blank space. (1.0 pt)
Not long ago, people relied on the (1)………………for making phone calls. Nowadays, with the advent of computers, phones are used for a variety of purposes. People can conduct banking transactions via phone, rent movies (2)…………………… phone and even make purchases through their phones. It’s also possible to transmit documents and reports by fax over telephone lines. Phones can now be used to (3)……………… messages between computers via (4) ………….. mail or email.
1. A. computer B. printer C. telephone D. fax machine
2. A. on B. within C. using D. through
3. A. deliver B. forward C. abandon D. compose
4. A. digital B. powered C. power D. powered
VII/ Rewrite the second sentence so it conveys the same meaning as the first one. (1.0 pt)
1. Please refrain from smoking in my office.
Would you be willing _______________________________
2. The project will kick off in June.
The project _______________________________
3. “Are there any centers for wildlife conservation around here?”.
The tourist inquired _______________________________
4. The last time I wrote to my cousin was in July.
I have
VIII/ Arrange the given words and phrases to form a complete sentence. (1.0 pt)
1. The number/ of/ English speakers/ is/ in/ the world/ growing/ rapidly/.
_______________________________
2. The volcano had erupted, and most people left the village before it happened.
_______________________________
3. Was the whole town destroyed by the severe storm?
_______________________________
4. The biggest city in the USA is New York, but it is not the capital.
_______________________________
II. Answers for the English Final Exam for Grade 8
I. LISTENING
1. Listen to the conversation between Son and Peter about key inventions of the 21st century. Complete each gap with up to THREE words and/or a number. You will hear it TWICE.
1. 2000 2. 2005 3. connects 4. video-sharing platform 5. move about
2. Listen to Annie discussing the Internet. Determine if the statements are correct (T) or incorrect (F). Mark T or F. The recording will be played TWICE.
1. T; 2. F; 3. T; 4. F; 5. F
II. READING
1. Read the text and complete the gaps using the provided words.
environment; diseases; pollution; emission; upgrading
While exploring the streets of Ha Noi, Viet Nam's capital, you might be surprised to see that many people are covering their faces with masks. This is due to severe air 1. _____pollution_______ in the city. From March 1 to 4, 2016, the air quality index in Ha Noi, as recorded by the US Embassy, exceeded 350. At this level, air pollution can lead to various respiratory 2. _____diseases______, particularly affecting children and the elderly. Traffic is the main contributor to air pollution in Ha Noi. With the rise in the number of motorcycles and cars over the past decade, the 3. ______emission______ of harmful exhaust gases has continuously increased. Additionally, urban development, including road 4. ______upgrading______ projects and new residential areas, adds to the problem. Residents must cope with dust and grime across the city. Environmental specialists have warned that if the city proceeds with economic growth without considering the 5.____environment______, the outcomes could be disastrous.
2. Analyze the passage and complete the sentences. Select A, B, or C.
1. B; 2. C; 3. C; 4. B; 5. A
Providing positive non-verbal signals can enhance your relationship with your child and foster emotional connections within your family. For example, most children enjoy being hugged and kissed. This warm, caring body language conveys an unspoken message of wanting to be close to your child.
Some children with special needs—such as those with autism or heightened sensory sensitivities—may find physical contact challenging.
On the other hand, negative non-verbal communication—such as a harsh tone or frowning—while engaging in something enjoyable together can send a message that you don’t truly want to be there.
Therefore, combining verbal and non-verbal communication enhances the effectiveness of your words. For instance, a teacher might use hand gestures to demonstrate the size and shape while explaining a math problem.
However, when verbal and non-verbal cues do not align, your child may trust the non-verbal messages more—after all, what you see is often perceived as what you are receiving. Your child learns a great deal about non-verbal communication by observing you. For example, if you interact comfortably with new people, your child is more likely to do the same.
III. WRITING
1. Transform the following sentences into reported speech.
1. what he was craving for dinner
2. the destination of my journey
3. whether he preferred her to contact his mother
4. whether he had adhered to all the given instructions
5. The mother inquired about her son's whereabouts throughout the entire evening.
2. Your pen friend wants to know how young people in Viet Nam make use of the Internet. They are seeking some insights. Compose an email (80-100 words) to explain this to them.
Hello Adam,
In Viet Nam, teenagers utilize the Internet for various purposes. For academic needs, it aids us in gathering information for our projects. We discover many intriguing ideas and attractive images to enhance our presentations. After school, we enjoy a wide range of online games for fun. Personally, I enjoy interactive English games on the web. For staying connected, the Internet is essential for maintaining friendships and relationships. We really appreciate it. How is it in the US?
Please write back and tell me.
III/ Select the word that has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others.
1. B 2. A
IV/ Select the most appropriate answer from the four options (A, B, C, or D) to finish each sentence.
1. B 2. A 3. C 4. A 5. D 6. C 7. B 8. D
V/ Pick the best words from the list to fill in the blanks in the passage.
1. traditional 2. about 3. in 4. decorated
5. looking forward to 6. cash
VI/ Select the word (A, B, C, or D) that most appropriately completes each blank.
1. C 2. D 3. B 4. A
VII/ Rewrite the second sentence so it conveys the same meaning as the first.
1. Could you please refrain from smoking in my office?
2. The project is set to begin in June.
3. The tourist inquired if there were any wildlife conservation centers in the area.
4. Since July, I have not corresponded with my cousin.
VIII/ Rearrange the words and phrases provided to construct a full sentence. (1.0 pt)
1. The number of English speakers in the world is increasing fast.
The global number of English speakers is growing rapidly.
2. Most/ people/ had/ the village/ left/ before/ erupted/ volcano/ the /.
_____Most individuals had departed from the village prior to the volcano's eruption.
3. Was/ the/ town/ by/ the/ storm/ entirely/ destroyed/ severe/ ?
Was the entire town ruined by the severe storm?_
4. The/ USA/ city/ is/ biggest/ not/ capital/ the/ New York/ in/ but/ /
____ New York is the largest city in the USA, though it isn't the capital. ____
