ĐỀ THI THỬ LẦN 1 - THEO MINH HỌA 2025

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs
from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
Question 1: A. thank B. taste C. date D. late
Question 2: A. teacher B. children C. chore D. school

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of
primary stress in each of the following questions.
Question 3. A. weather B. police C. action D. lesson
Question 4. A. advocate B. inhabit C. discover D. contribute

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the
following questions.
Question 5: She ________ in this city for ten years.
A. have lived B. had lived C. has lived D. living
Question 6: Everybody is tired of watching the same commercials on TV every night, _________ ?
A. are they B. aren’t they C. haven’t they D. don’t they
Question 7: The Korean are _________ than the American in addressing their bosses.
A. more formal B. formal C. most formal D. the most formal
Question 8: They suggested _________money to restore the aging man-made wonders.
A. to raise B. raised C. raising D. raise
Question 9: Paula applied for the post but she was _________.
A. turned down B. kept on C. given up D. taken after
Read the following advertisement/school announcement and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your
answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
OUR SMART HOME COMPANION!
We have RoboMate - a cutting-edge home robot - (10) __________ to make your life easier and more
enjoyable, with its sleek design and advanced AI capabilities, RoboMate is more than just a machine; it’s
your personal assistant, security guard, and entertainment companion all in one.
* Key Features:
- Smart Assistance: Support daily tasks, manage your schedule, and provide instant information
- Home Security: Equipped (11) __________ state-of-the-art sensors, it ensures the safety of your home
with (12) __________ monitoring.
- Entertainment Hub: Enjoy your favourite music, control smart devices, and even participate in casual
conversations with RoboMate.
- Effortless Cleaning: Sweep, mop, and vacuum, keeping your home spotless with built-in cleaning
functions.
* Affordable Convenience: RoboMate is available at the incredible price of $5,000. Experience the
benefits of a smart home without breaking the bank!
Question 10: A. to design B. designed C. be designed D. design
Question 11: A. on B. for C. in D. with
Question 12: A. personalised B. real-life C. real-time D. spare

THE SCHOOL HERITAGE COMMITTEE IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE:

Our school is hosting a Heritage Awareness Day on July 20th at 9a.m on the school grounds. The event
(13)______ to preserving our heritages and fostering independence among students. Those interested in
participating are invited to register.
Activities being organized include workshops on conservation techniques, interactive sessions on the
importance of being (14)______, and discussions on educational options for school leavers.
The workshops being conducted are designed to provide hands-on experience in heritage preservation.
Additionally, there will be a panel discussion featuring alumni who have pursued various educational
pathways after graduation.
_______(15) you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to reach out via
email at [email protected].
Question 13: A. dedicated B. is dedicated C. was dedicated D. dedicating
Question 14: A. independent B. educating C. critical D. supporting
Question 15: A. Should B. Were C. Had D. If

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the
sentences to make a meaningful paragraph/letter in each of the following questions.
Question 16: a. The weather was perfect for a day at the beach.”
b. We packed our bags with sandwiches, fruits, and cold drinks.”
c. As the sun set, we packed up our things and headed home, tired but happy.”
d. We spent the day building sandcastles, playing beach volleyball, and swimming in the sea.
e. It was a day well spent with family.
A. a - b - c - d - e B. b - a - d - e - c C. a - b - d - c - e D. b - a - c - d - e
Question 17:
b. Sure, Nam... Wow! The bus is so quiet and comfortable! It's the first time I've been on an electric
bus. Getting around is probably becoming more and more convenient for local residents.
f. Is the city getting bigger and bigger.
c. That's true. There are also new public parks and people can enjoy more leisure activities. In addition
to the big shopping centre, there is a convenience store on every corner. And look at our new electric
buses! Do you want to go for a ride?
d. Not really. The more crowded the area becomes, the worse traffic jams get, especially during rush
hour. The cost of living is also going up. These are the changes that I don't like.
e. That's true, Nam. I guess urbanisation can also cause problems.
a. Yes, more and more people want to live in urban areas nowadays. This is part of the process of
urbanisation.
A. f-a-c-b-d-e B. b-d-a-e-f-c C. c-a-b-f-d-e D. c-b-d-a-e-f
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of
the numbered blanks
Becoming independent is an important milestone in everyone's life. It allows individuals to (18)
__________ and learn from their own experiences. This process is essential for maturing into a
responsible and self-reliant adult.
(19) __________ their own time and resources, they often find that they are more capable than
they realized. Taking control of their finances, for instance, can teach young adults valuable lessons about
budgeting and budgeting. By paying bills, saving money, and making financial plans for the future, they
develop a sense of independence (20) _______ for long-term stability. Additionally, independence is not
just about living alone or (21) ______. It's about making choices that align with personal values and
goals. When young people make choices about their education, career, or personal life, they lay the
foundation (22) _________.
In conclusion, the journey towards independence (23) ___________ but it is also rewarding. As
individuals grow and progress on this path, they discover more about their strengths, passions, and the
direction they wish to take in life.
Question 18:
A. take their own trips B. make their own mistakes
C. make their own decisions D. take their own actions
Question 19:
A. Start to manage B. As to start to manage
C. When managing D. When people start to manage
Question 20:
A. which is crucial B. whom is crucial
C. what is crucial D. of which is crucial
Question 21:
A. relying on others B. basing on others
C. looking on others D. put on others
Question 22:
A. for her future. B. for their future.
C. for this future. D. for our future.
Question 23:
A. can be challenged B. can challenging
C. can be challenging D. have been challenging
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks
When you graduate from high school or university, is learning finished? The answer is no. In (34)
_______ countries, people continue learning all their lives. Why is lifelong learning important? How can
it help you?
Lifelong learning can be useful in many ways. People who want to change careers often return to study
at a university. Some professionals require employees to keep learning new (35) _______ to do things.
For example, doctors and nurses must always learn about new illnesses and treatments. (36) _______,
they must practice the skills they have and keep learning new ones.
Lifelong learning can help people stay healthy and independent. Many older people also feel that
lifelong learning help them stay close to young people. Lots of older people are now learning how to use
computers. “ I want to (37) _______ active for my own health”, said Mr. Salinas, a 91-year-old man
taking computer classes. “I see my computer learning as part of an active life and something (38)
_______ I can share with my family”
(Adapted from https://ngl.cengage.com)
Question 24: A. lots B. each C. every D. many
Question 25: A. routes B. roads C. ways D. path
Question 26: A. Moreover B. Therefore C. However D. Although
Question 27: A. live B. study C. work D. remain
Question 28: A. whom B. what C. that D. where

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct answer to each of the questions
The world needs to do more to prepare for the impact of a rapidly aging population, the UN has
warned - particularly in developing countries. Within 10 years the number of people aged over 60 will
pass one billion, a report by the UN Population Fund said. The demographic shift will present huge
challenges to countries' welfare, pension and healthcare systems. The UN agency also said more had to be
done to tackle abuse, neglect and violence against older persons".
The number of older people worldwide is growing faster than any other age group. The report, Ageing
in the 21st Century: A Celebration and a Challenge, estimates that one in nine people around the world is
older than 60. The elderly population is expected to swell by 200 million in the next decade to surpass
one billion, and reach two billion by 2050. This rising proportion of older people is a consequence of
success - improved nutrition, sanitation, healthcare, education and economic well-being are contributing
factors, the report says.
But the UN and a charity that also contributed to the report, Help Age International, say the aging
population is being widely mismanaged. "In many developing countries with large populations of young
people, the challenge is that governments have not put policies and practices in place to support their
current older populations or made enough preparations for 2050," the agencies said in a joint statement.
(Source: www.ieltsbuddy.com)
Question 29: Which of the following can be the best title for the passage?
A. The influence of the rise in the aged population.
B. The quick increase of the elderly people.
C. The countries with high percentage of the aged.
D. The challenges caused by the aging population.
Question 30: The word abuse in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to _______.
A. care B. protection C. insult D. praise
Question 31: According to the text, the number of the elderly rises because of _______.
A. social security B. medical care C. economic crisis D. stable employment
Question 32: The word their in paragraph 3 refers to _______.
A. governments’ B. policies C. practices D. older populations
Question 33: Which of the following is TRUE about older people?
A. Of all age groups, the elderly have the fastest growth.
B. More aged people will reduce the pressure on countries’ welfare, pension and healthcare systems.
C. There will be 200 million older people in 2050.
D. The aging population is managed properly.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct answer to each of the questions
The incredible growth of the Internet over recent years has caused problems for parents and teachers.
Parents worry about which sites their children spend time on, who they chat to online and the possible
effects that computer games might have on them. For teachers, meanwhile, the main worry is the way the
Internet makes cheating easier!
Schools and universities say there has been a huge increase in plagiarism – taking other people’s words
and ideas and pretending that they are your own. In the past, anyone who wanted to copy had to go to a
library, find the right books, read through them, find the sections they needed and then physically write
down the words they wanted to use. Nowadays, though, students can simply copy extracts from websites-
while really desperate students sometimes copy whole essays! As if this wasn’t bad enough, sites offering
to actually do homework – at a price – have also started appearing.
Despite all this, we shouldn’t assume that the Internet only brings problems. Indeed, you could say that
for every problem the Internet creates, it also brings a solution. Parents can now use sophisticated controls
to stop kids accessing sites that might do them harm, while new software helps teachers to detect copied
work immediately. Many, of course, are already able to recognize when someone is cheating! “Some
students suddenly start using words they can’t possibly understand like dialectical antagonism”, explains
one teacher, “or parts of their essays feel different.”
One of the hardest things for teachers today is deciding how to mix modern technology with traditional
study skills – and how best to use the Web in class. As more and more schools install computers in every
classroom, the role of the teacher is changing. Making sure students don’t just copy things and do learn
how to quote copied work properly is part of their job, but so is designing suitable projects to fully exploit
the Web in helping students learn about subjects and develop their life and social skills.
(Adapted from Pre-Intermediate Outcomes by Hugh Della $ Andrew Walkley)
Question 34: Which of the following can be the best title for the passage?
A. Students wasting time on computer games
B. The Internet making cheating easier
C. The effect that the Web is having on school life
D. The Web used in projects to teach social skills
Question 35: The word them in paragraph 1 refers to _______.
A. parents B. children C. games D. teachers
Question 36: According to the passage, which of the following statements is NOT true?
A. Plagiarism is copying someone’s work and pretending it’s your own.
B. Designing projects to take advantage of the Internet is one of parents’ duties.
C. Many teachers can recognize when their students are cheating.
D. Parents can use some software to stop children assessing harmful sites.
Question 37: According to paragraph 3, teachers can recognize plagiarism because _______.
A. there is always a solution to the problem. B. students leave clues from the original
C. the Internet makes parents and teachers worried. D. students use perfect English, above their
level.
Question 38: The word detect in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to _______.
A. ignore B. notice C. admire D. confide
Question 39: The word install in paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to _______.
A. inspected thoroughly B. put in position
C. well repaired D. delivered to the customer
Question 40: Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?
A. The Internet has only bad impacts on education.
B. Many websites offer to do homework without fees.
C. The Internet can be used positively in education.
D. Parents don’t want to control children’s access to sites.