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Đề 1 KIỂM TRA GIỮA HỌC KỲ I – NĂM HỌC 2024 – 2025
MÔN : TIẾNG ANH – LỚP 9
Thời gian làm bài : 90 phút (Không kể thời gian phát đề)
A. LISTENING (2.5pts)
Part 1. Listen to an interview and decide if the statements are True (T) or False (F). (1.25pts)
Statements True False
1.MrVinhis hard-working, responsible, and unfriendly.
2. He wears a green uniform.
3.He arrives at Mi'sneighbourhood at 6 p.m. every day.
4. He doesn’t instruct people to put rubbish in two types of bins.
5. He shares information about his work and the importance of sorting rubbish.

Part 2. Listen to the conversation and indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the
numbered blanks by circling A, B, C or D. (1,25pts)
6Trang enters what she has to do into a ___________ at the beginning of each term.
A. calendar B. poster C. routine D. paper
7. Trang often uses _______ colours to mark project due dates and exam times on her calendar.
A. simillar B. different C. orange D. the same
8. Phong turns off his cell phone and signs out of social media _______ when he starts his work.
A. websites B. networks C. mobile phone D. accounts
9. Tom tries not to _______ homework until just before the due date.
A. complete B. leave C. finish D. submit
10. Tom _______ his projects and coming tests and adds them to his schedule.
A. does B. revises C. reviews D. prepares
B. LANGUAGE(2.5pts)
Part 1.Indicate the underlined part that is pronounced differently by circling A, B, C or D.(0,5pt)
11. A. share B. square C. are D. care
12. A. many B. relax C. chat D. pack
Part 2. Complete the following sentences by choosing the best option A, B, C or D. (1,25pts)
13. Tourists often find it difficult to get ____ the city without a guide.
A. on B. off C. out D. around
14. His handwriting _____ me of the letters my father used to write when I was a child.
A. takes B. makes C. reminds D. calls
15. The busier the city is, the _____ its people are.
A. lesshappy B. less happier C. more happier D. more happy
16. If you notice bullying at school, you ______ report it to a teacher or counselor.
A. don’t B. should C. mustn’t D. don’t have to
17 Myra: “Do you mind opening the window for me?”
Son: “_____”
A. No, not at all. B. Yes, go ahead. C. Yes, I do. D. No, I mind it.
Part 3. Give the correct form of the verb or the word in brackets. (0,75pt)
18. We got stuck on a (congest)____________ road for over an hour yesterday.
19. Could you tell me when (pay) ____________ the water bill.
20. They must follow the rules if they don’t want to (punish) _____________.
C. READING (2.5 pts)
Part 1.Read the following passage and choose the best answer A, B, C or D to fill in each gap. Write the
answers on your answer sheet. (1,25pt)
Living in the city
Living in the city has its own unique charm and challenges. One of the greatest advantages of city life is the
accessibility to various amenities. Cities often have a wide (21) ____ of entertainment options, such as
theaters, museums, and restaurants. Additionally, public transportation systems in cities are usually well-
developed, and (22) ____ it easy for residents to commute.
However, city life can also be demanding. The cost (23) ____ living in urban areas is typically higher than
in rural areas. Traffic congestion is a common problem, leading to longer travel times and frustration. City
life can also be noisy and crowded. Despite these challenges, many people find city life exciting (24)_____
full of opportunities. The diversity of cultures and people in cities creates a vibrant atmosphere.
In conclusion, city life offers a mix of benefits and drawbacks. Understanding these aspects can help
individuals decide if city life is the right (25)_____ for them.
21. A. variety B. range C. selection D. choice
22. A. makes B. making C. make D. made
23. A. in B. to C. at D. of
24. A. and B. but C. or D. nor
25. A. vote B. choice C. idea D. choosing
Part 2: Read a passage about Sardinia and answer the questions (1.25pt)
Sardinia is the second largest island in Italy. It is famous for its beautiful nature and a variety of ancient
crafts. One of the crafts that makes the island well-known is basket weaving. This is considered one of the
most remarkable handicrafts on the island because it combines manual skills and natural resources.
Baskets are usually woven by Sardinian women. They have handed down the techniques from
generation to generation. The shapes and dimensions of the baskets are different according to the technique,
the area of production, and the kind of material used. They use various natural materials such as willow,
palm, straw, and hay.
In the past, people hung the baskets on the walls of their houses or displayed them on shelves like
artwork. Today the baskets are used in homes or used for decorative purposes. People really appreciate the
craft because nowadays it is increasingly rare to find good quality baskets like these. Sardinian people
believe that basket weaving is a dying skill and they hope to preserve it in the future.
26. Why is basket weaving remarkable?
………………………………………………………………………………………………………
27. Who usually weaves the baskets?
………………………………………………………………………………………………………
28. What decides the shapes and dimensions of the baskets?
……………………………………………………………………………………………………….
29. Do people appreciate the craft of basket weaving?
……………………………………………………………………………………………………….
30. What do Sardinian people hope to do?
……………………………………………………………………………………………………
D. WRITING (2.5 pts)
Part 1. Indicate the part that needs correction by circling A, B, C or D. (0,5pt)
31. Could you explain how to doto increase community engagement inlocal events?
A B C D
32. As time goes by, the older he get, the more experienced he becomes.
A B C D
Part 2. Rearrange the provided words/phrases to make complete sentences. (0,5pt)
33. are /If/ a/you/ to/ stressed/ you/ should / for// talk/ advice/ counselor/.
→............................................................................................................................................
34. where /She/ the / asked /find /to / in / best / town/ coffee.
→................................................................................................................................
Part 3. Make sentences using the cue words or phrases. (0,5pt)
35. Could/ show/ me/ how/ open/ this gate/,/ please/?
→..................................................................................................................................
36. The doctor/ advise/ him/ cut down/ sweet food/ drinks/.
→................................................................................................................................

Part 4. Rewrite the following sentences without changing their original meaning. (1,0pt)
37. They should reduce the amount of fatty foods in their daily meals. (CUT)
→ They..................................................... in their daily meals.
38. The company plans to implement new safety procedures next month. (CARRY)
→ The company ………………………………………………………….
39. If you don’t want to get in an accident, you must follow these safety questions.(UNLESS)
→ Unless ………………………………………………, you must follow these safety questions.
40. If the weather becomes hotter, we will need more water. (THE MORE)
→ The ………………………………, the…………………………………………..

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HƯỚNG DẪN CHẤM ĐỀ KIỂM TRA GIỮA KỲ 1

MÔN TIẾNG ANH LỚP 9– GLOBAL SUCCESS
THỜI GIAN LÀM BÀI: 90 PHÚT
Part Answer keys Marks
I. LISTENING 2,5pts
1.F 2.T 3. T 4. F 5. T 5 x 0,25 =
1
1,25pts
6. A 7. B 8. D9. B 10. C 5 x 0,25 =
2
1,25pts
II. LANGUAGE 2.5pts
1 11. C 12. A 2 x 0,25 = 0,5pt
5 x 0,25 =
2 13.D 14. C 15. A 16. B 17. A
1,25pts
18. congested
3 19. to pay 3 x 0,25 = 0,75pt
20. be punished
III. READING 2.5pts
1 21. B 22. C 23.D 24. A 25. B 5 x 0,25 = 1,25pts

26. Because it combines manual skills and natural resources.

5 x 0,25 = 1,25pts
27.Sardinian women usually weave the baskets.
28. The technique, the area of production, and the kind of
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material used decide the shapes and dimensions of the baskets.
29. Yes, they do.
30. They hope to preserve basket weaving in the future.

IV. WRITING 2.5pts

1 31. A 32. C 2 x 0,25 = 0,5pt
33. If you are stressed, you should talk to a counselor for advice .
2 34. She asked where to find the best coffee in town. 2 x 0,25 = 0,5pt

35. Could you show me how to open this gate, please?

3 36. The doctor advises/ advised him to cut down on sweet food and 2 x 0,25 = 0,5pt
drinks.
37. They should cut down on the amount of fatty foods in their
daily meals.
38. The company plans to carry out new safety procedures next
month.
4 4 x 0.25 = 1,0pt
39. Unless you want to get in an accident, you must follow these
safety questions.
40. The hotter the weather becomes, the more water we will need.