Bộ 20 đề kiểm tra Tiếng Anh thi vào 10 có đáp án - Đề 3

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.

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

     Earthquakes are the most destructive natural disasters. They usually hit without any (23) ________and result in a great loss of life and an enormous demolition of buildings. Additionally, they may cause devastating landslides or (24) ________ gigantic tidal waves which, in fact, are colossal walls of water smashing into seashores with such force that they are capable of destroying coastal cities. (25) ________, the vast majority of fatalities and serious injuries come about when buildings collapse.

     Most frequently, the earthquake lasts 30 to 60 seconds, so usually there is no time to escape once the shaking starts. The savage (26) ________ of an earthquake trigger off a complex chain reaction in the building's structure when it is shaken, lifted, pushed or pulled. A building's height, its shape and construction materials are the most (27) ________factors deciding about the survival and collapse of the structure and, consequently, about the life or death of its inhabitants.

They usually hit without any (23) ________and result in a great loss of life and an enormous demolition of buildings.

Additionally, they may cause devastating landslides or (24) ________ gigantic tidal waves which, in fact, are colossal walls of water smashing into seashores with such force that they are capable of destroying coastal cities

(25) ________, the vast majority of fatalities and serious injuries come about when buildings collapse.

The savage (26) ________ of an earthquake trigger off a complex chain reaction in the building's structure when it is shaken, lifted, pushed or pulled.

A building's height, its shape and construction materials are the most (27) ________factors deciding about the survival and collapse of the structure and, consequently, about the life or death of its inhabitants.

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.

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

     There are many different ways to keep fit. One of the most important ways is by exercising. Exercising must be done on a regular basis. The amount of exercise done each time is dependent on the free time that a person has. Exercises can be done from twenty minutes to an hour. Sometimes, daily five- minute exercises are just as effective.

     Exercising can take place both indoors and outdoors. Those who exercise indoors often do so in the comfort of air-conditioned gymnasiums. They train on equipment that has been specifically designed to tone the different parts of the body. Sometimes, games can also be played indoors. Badminton courts and even some swimming pools are found indoors.

     There are many different types of outdoor exercises. These include tennis, cycling and even rock climbing. Most people enjoy outdoor activities because they like being in the sun or are attracted to its sense of peace and quiet. Yet there are others who like the wind blowing against them. Some of these activities are only suitable for people with a taste for adventure.

     Exercising is crucial in a different regime. The type of exercise a person takes up depends on his lifestyle and personality. It is important that a person finds an exercise that is suitable for him.

According to the passage, why do some people spend less time exercising?

Which of the following is NOT a place for indoor exercise as mentioned in the passage?

The underlined word ‘‘These” in the passage refers to________.

Which statement is TRUE according to the passage?

Which of the following influences the particular type of exercise a person takes up?

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from that of the rest in each of the following questions.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from that of the rest in each of the following questions.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.

Because it was unsafe and too expensive to repair, the 70-years-old building had to be demolished.

These interested paintings were donated to the library by Gilmore Foundation 20 years ago.

The museum director was neither friendly or professional in his approach to US.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.

I couldn't live with a person who had such disgusting________.

________the tree to get bird's eggs, the boy had a bad fall.

The water company will have to________ off water supplies while repairs to the pipes are carried out.

As consumers' response to traditional advertising techniques declines, businesses are beginning________ new methods of reaching customers.

________accepting your job offer, I'd like to know a bit more about the company.

Can you________ the papers with you when you come to see me, please?

It is too early in the________ to expect many visitors to the town.

If you can give me one good reason for your acting like this, ________mention this incident again.

It is honest of Frank to have returned________.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges.

Bin'. “Hello. Can I speak to Lily, please? This is Bin.”

Paula'. “I'm sorry she's out. ________”

Alice'. “Is Monday possible for you?”

     Chris'. “________”

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

They grumbledabout the food. They didn't seem to be pleased.

The shop assistant was totally bewildered by the customer's behavior.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

There were so many members of the political party who had gone againstthe leader that he had to resign.

I'm sorry I can't come out this weekend - I'm up to my ears in work.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the following questions.

People think the Samba is the most popular dance in Brazil.

We survived that accident because the driver was driving carefully.

I regret not booking the seats in advance.

“John left here an hour ago,” said Jane.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following questions.

Tom was encouraged by my success. He decided not to quit his work.

Smoking is an extremely harmful habit. You should give it up immediately.

We spend about one-third of our lives sleeping. We know relatively little about sleep.

No member in the team came to his birthday party. But Julia did come.