Đề minh họa thi vào lớp 10 Tiếng Anh năm 2026 trường Phổ thông năng khiếu TP.HCM (không chuyên) có đáp án

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The impact of social media and screen time on young people is a topic that continues to spark significantdebate among educators, psychologists, parents, and researchers. Social media has revolutionized howyoung people interact, communicate, and consume information, offering both opportunities andchallenges. On the positive side, social media provides platforms for self-expression, creativity, and theability to connect with friends and communities. It offers educational benefits, including access todiverse perspectives, online resources, and opportunities for collaboration on academic and personalprojects. For marginalized groups, it can serve as a lifeline, offering support networks and visibility thatmight otherwise be unavailable. However, these benefits come with substantial risks whenuse becomesexcessive or unmanaged. Studies have linked heavy social media use to increased rates of anxiety,depression, and loneliness among adolescents. Much of this stems from the phenomenon of "comparisonculture," where young people constantly compare their lives to the curated and often unrealisticportrayals they see online. This can lead to feelings of inadequacy and low self-esteem. Additionally, theaddictive nature of social media platforms, designed to maximize user engagement, can fostercompulsive behaviors that interfere with academic performance, physical activity, and in-personrelationships. [A]

Excessive screen time, especially late at night, can also disrupt sleep patterns, which are crucial for themental and physical development of adolescents. The blue light emitted by screens interferes with theproduction of melatonin, the hormone responsible for regulating sleep. Over time, chronic sleepdeprivation can lead to issues such as poor concentration, irritability, and even long-term healthproblems like obesity and heart disease. Furthermore, the time spent on screens often replaces time thatcould be spent on other enriching activities such as physical exercise, reading, or face-to-face socializing.[B]

At the same time, not all screen time is harmful, and the type of content consumed plays a crucial role indetermining its effects. Educational content, for example, can foster learning and skill development,while engaging in moderated, meaningful online interactions can enhance social well-being. Thechallenge lies in finding the balance between the advantages and the drawbacks of screen time. Parentsand educators play a critical role in guiding young people toward healthy media habits. Settingboundaries, such as screen-free times or designated offline activities, can help mitigate negative impacts.Equally important is teaching digital literacy, enabling young people to critically evaluate the contentthey encounter and recognize the manipulative tactics used by some platforms to keep users engaged.Promoting open communication about online experiences is essential in creating a supportiveenvironment where young people feel empowered to share their struggles and seek help when needed. [C]

Ultimately, the truth about social media and screen time's impact on young people is neither entirelypositive nor wholly negative. Its effects depend on factors such as the type of engagement, duration ofuse, and the support systems in place to help navigate the digital world. By fostering awareness andpromoting balanced use, society can maximize the benefits of these technologies while minimizing theirrisks, ensuring young people thrive both online and offline. [D]

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Tom's writing leaned very much back to the left. He was the only pupil in the class who wrote in thisway. He was a nuisance in poetry lessons as he would giggle and make faces and could never bepersuaded (29)aloud. His silly behaviour made me believe that he didn't like poetry.

However, when I gave the class a test in which they had to write down some poetry they hadlearned byheart, Tom seemed to know a lot.

Tom had a special dislike for art and 1 allowed him to read during this period. He never volunteered fordrama and refused to make a speech. Football was the one thing at which he excelled, but the sportsteacher decided that he did not assert himself enough and he made another boy captain. This boy - hisname was John Jones - could hardly read or write. All attempts to make him work failed, but hecaptained the team (30)amazing skill.

I remember an occasion when he led our school eleven out of the changing rooms for a cup matchagainst our fiercest rivals, the team from nearby Winterton School. The Winterton girls' hockey teamhad already beaten our own girls' team and this - plus their excellent start to the season - had raisedtheir morale to a fearsome level. Even so, John played like a true professional. Our only scorer, he madegood use of Tom's passes and scored a goal for every two that the Winterton players could managebetween them. Though Kingston lost, the match was a triumph for Captain 20 Jones!

(31)all this, the pupil who impressed me most in the end was Tom Halliday. He gained myadmiration on a day when I had his class for art. They came into the hut shouting and pushing and I sentthem out again and told them they would not have a lesson until they walked in properly. They thoughtit was fun to waste as much time as possible, and they jeered and cheered outside the hut. I let them goon for a minute. Suddenly the noise stopped and in marched Tom.

"They are all right now,' he said. 'I've got them lined up." I looked outside and sure enough the pupilsof class 2D were arranged like well drilled soldiers; they were in order of size and in perfect line - sostill I could see them shivering in the chilly air. "Walk in quietly," Tom commanded. They obeyed theirsuperior officer, and the lesson began. Tom himself as usual, (32)to work. "Can I just sitand have a nap? He asked. After the help he had given me, I could hardly refuse.

II. PHẦN TỰ LUẬN

WORD FORMATION

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SENTENCE TRANSFORMATION

Complete the second sentence in such a way that it has a similar meaning to the first one. DONOT make any change to the given word. You must use BETWEEN 3 AND 6 WORDS,includingthe given word. A contraction is counted as ONE word.