Đề kiểm tra giữa học kì 2 môn Tiếng anh 9 - Mã đề 901 - Năm học 2024-2025 - Trường THCS Tư Mại

 UBND TP BẮC GIANG ĐỀ KIỂM TRA GIỮA HỌC KÌ II
 TRƯỜNG THCS TƯ MẠI NĂM HỌC 2024 - 2025
 -------------------- MÔN: Tiếng Anh 9
 (Đề thi có 03 trang) Thời gian làm bài: 60 phút
 (không kể thời gian phát đề)
Họ và tên: ............................................................................ Số báo danh: ............ Mã đề 901
LISTENING (2.0 pts)
Part 1: Listen to four short conversations and mark the letter A, B, or C on your answer sheet to 
indicate the appropriate answer to each of the following questions. You will listen TWICE. (1.0 pt)
Question 1. What will the weather be like tomorrow?
 A. Rainy. B. Sunny. C. Cloudy.
Question 2. What does Kyle need to think about next?
 A. Play in a band. B. Order the food. C. Book a hall.
Question 3. Why does he want to join the club?
 A. He wants to do something new. B. His friends go to the club.
 C. It’s a good way to exercise.
Question 4. What types of films does she like?
Part 2: You will hear Bob talking to his friend Kyra about going snowboarding. For each question, 
choose the correct answer A, B, or C. You will listen to the audio twice. (1.0 pt)
 A. Adventure films. B. Horror films. C. Comedy films.
Question 5. When is Bob going snowboarding?
 A. On Saturday. B. Tomorrow. C. On Friday.
Question 6. How much does a snowboard cost?
 A. £180. B. £350. C. £40.
Question 7. Bob often starts snowboarding at________.
 A. 6.30 a.m. B. 8.30 a.m. C. 9.00 a.m.
Question 8. Kyra thinks snowboarding is_________.
 A. amazing B. dangerous C. exciting
   THE END OF THE LISTENING  
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part is 
different from the other three in pronunciation. (0.5 pt)
Question 9. A. agency B. access C. annual D. establish
Question 10. A. hunted B. supported C. located D. occured
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three 
in the position of primary stress. (0.5 pt)
Question 11. A. historic B. anxious C. majestic D. domestic
Question 12. A. standard B. wander C. urgent D. permit
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the 
following questions. (3.0 pts)
Question 13. The teacher asked me if I ______ English fluently.
 A. speaks B. speaking C. spoke D. speaked
Question 14. When I don’t know what an English word means, I often look it _____ in my English-
Vietnamese dictionary.
 A. up B. at C. for D. after
Question 15. The Eiffel Tower, ______ is in Paris, is one of the most famous landmarks in the world.
 A. which B. where C. that D. who
Question 16. Mount Everest is the highest ______ in the world, attracting many climbers every year.
 A. mountain B. forest C. river D. island
Question 17. She decided ______ a travel blog to share her experiences with others.
 A. to write B. write C. writing D. wrote
Question 18. Some countries do not ______ tourists to take photos inside historical buildings.
 A. translate B. permit C. consist D. possess
Mã đề 901 Page 1/3 Question 19. When traveling to a new country, it is important to ______ a hotel in advance to avoid any 
problems.
 A. take B. pay C. make D. book
Question 20. A person who can speak two languages fluently is called a ______ person.
 A. smooth B. foreign C. fluent D. bilingual
Question 21. The Grand Canyon is known for its ______ landscapes and breathtaking views.
 A. beautifully B. beautify C. beauty D. beautiful
Question 22. Last summer, we ______ Ha Long Bay and took many beautiful photos.
 A. have visited B. visited C. visiting D. visit
Question 23. Paris is a popular tourist ______ because of its famous landmarks and rich history.
 A. brochure B. destination C. location D. language
Question 24. When you stay in a local person’s home instead of a hotel, it is called a ______.
 A. ruinous site B. homestay C. package holiday D. self-guided tour.
Read the following 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. (0.75pt)
 Announcement: English Speaking Contest
 We are excited to announce that our school will hold an English Speaking Contest for all students 
(25) ______ 25 October. This is a great opportunity to improve your speaking skills and gain 
confidence in using English.
 • Date: 25 October
 • Time: 2:00 PM
 • Location: School Auditorium
 • Activities: public speaking, storytelling, and debating
 • Prizes: Special gifts for (26) ______ top winners.
 Don't forget to (27) ______ your registration before 20 October!
 We look forward to seeing you at this exciting event!
Question 25. A. from B. at C. on D. in
Question 26. A. the B. an C. x (no article) D. a
Question 27. A. bring B. sell C. submit D. send
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. (1.25pts)
 Tourism is one of the world’s largest industries. Every year, millions of people (28) ______ to 
different destinations for business or leisure. Some prefer relaxing on the beach, while others enjoy 
exploring historical cities or natural wonders.
 Before traveling, it is (29) ______ to book a hotel in advance, especially during the holiday season. 
Many tourists also use travel apps to check flight schedules and find the best (30) ______ for their trips.
Learning basic phrases in the local language can help tourists communicate more easily, (31) ______ it 
also shows respect for the country’s culture and traditions.
 With the rise of eco-tourism, (32) ______ travelers are choosing to visit places that focus on 
protecting the environment and supporting local communities.
Question 28. A. travels B. traveling C. traveled D. travel
Question 29. A. importance B. unimportant C. important D. importantly
Question 30. A. directions B. information C. guides D. destinations
Question 31. A. so B. because C. and D. but
Question 32. A. much B. little C. many D. some
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. (1.5pts)
 Located in the northeast of Vietnam, Ha Long Bay is one of the country’s most famous tourist 
attractions. It is known for its stunning natural beauty, with thousands of limestone islands rising from the 
emerald waters. In 1994, Ha Long Bay was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site because of its 
unique geological features and breathtaking scenery.
Mã đề 901 Page 2/3 Tourists visiting Ha Long Bay can take a boat tour to explore its magnificent caves, such as Sung 
Sot Cave and Thien Cung Cave. Many travelers also enjoy kayaking to see the limestone formations up 
close. Some islands even have beautiful beaches where visitors can relax and swim.
 Apart from its natural beauty, Ha Long Bay is also home to floating fishing villages, where local 
people have lived for generations. Tourists can visit these villages to learn about their traditional way of 
life.
 Thanks to its popularity, Ha Long Bay attracts millions of visitors every year. However, 
environmental issues such as pollution and over-tourism are becoming serious concerns. It is important to 
promote sustainable tourism to protect this natural wonder for future generations.
Question 33. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage?
 A. Ha Long Bay has many limestone islands.
 B. Ha Long Bay has a lot of hotels and shopping malls.
 C. There are floating fishing villages in Ha Long Bay.
 B. Tourists can go kayaking in Ha Long Bay.
Question 34. When was Ha Long Bay recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
 A. 1985 B. 1994 C. 2000 D. 1990
Question 35. The word "magnificent" in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to _______.
 A. huge B. small C. beautiful D. dark
Question 36. According to the passage, why is sustainable tourism important for Ha Long Bay?
 A. It increases the number of tourists.
 B. It helps protect the natural environment.
 C. It makes Ha Long Bay more expensive to visit.
 D. It allows people to build more hotels.
Question 37. What does the word “its” in paragraph 1 refer to?
 A. Ha Long Bay B. scenery C. cave D. Heritage Site
Question 38. What is the passage mainly about?
 A. The history of Ha Long Bay.
 B. The daily life of local people in Ha Long Bay.
 C. The natural beauty and tourism in Ha Long Bay.
 D. The cultural festivals in Ha Long Bay.
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. (0.5pt)
Question 39. 
 a. In today’s globalized world, English is widely used for international communication.
 b. Learning English can also help you travel more easily, as it is spoken in many countries.
 c. Additionally, many universities require English proficiency for admission, making it an essential 
skill for students.
 d. First, mastering English can improve your career opportunities since many companies prefer 
employees who can speak English fluently.
 e. Therefore, learning English is very important for both personal and professional growth.
 A. a - d - b - c - e B. d - a - c - b - e C. a - d - c - b - e D. d - c - a - b - e
Question 40. 
Dear Tom,
 a. We started our trip at the Imperial City, where we explored ancient palaces and learned about the 
Nguyen Dynasty.
 b. I hope you are doing well. Yesterday, I had an amazing half-day tour in Hue, and I want to share it 
with you.
 c. Finally, we took a boat ride along the Perfume River, enjoying the peaceful scenery before heading 
back to the hotel.
 d. After that, we visited Thien Mu Pagoda, a beautiful and historic temple overlooking the river.
Hope to hear from you soon!
Best,
David
 A. b - a - d - c B. b - a - c - d C. a - b - d - c D. b - d - a - c
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