Đề thi giữa kì 1 Tiếng anh 9 năm 2026 2027 THCS Tây Sơn (Hà Nội)

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is made from the given cues in each of the following questions.
Question 1.
He/ not/ know/ how/ use/ new/ software/ until/ I/ show/ him.
A. He didn’t know how to using the new software until I showed him.
B. He didn’t know how to use the new software until I showed him.
C. He not know how to use the new software until I show him.
D. He doesn’t know how to use the new software until I showed him.
Đáp án: B

Question 2.
Beautiful forests/ destroy/ if/ we/ do/ nothing/ preserve.
A. Our beautiful forests would be destroyed if we do nothing to preserve them.
B. Our beautiful forests will be destroyed if we do nothing to preserve them.
C. Our beautiful forests will destroy if we do nothing to preserve them.
D. Our beautiful forests will be destroyed if we did nothing to preserve them.
Đáp án: B

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Question 3.
Put the sentences (a-c) in the correct order, then fill in the blank to make a logical text.
I had a fantastic time at the music festival last weekend. Everything went perfectly.
a. I enjoyed live performances from several of my favorite bands.
b. I met new friends who share my love for music and had a great time together.
c. The weather was great, and the festival was well-organized.
A. c – b – a
B. a – b – c
C. b – c – a
D. c – a – b
Đáp án: D

Question 4.
Choose the sentence that can end the text (in Question 3) most appropriately.
A. I decided to buy some merchandise from the bands I liked.
B. The festival provided a variety of food and drink options.
C. I will definitely attend the festival again next year.
D. I took lots of photos to remember the amazing experience.
Đáp án: C

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.
In recent years, teenagers have been spending less time outdoors and more time on digital devices. Many young people now prefer virtual interactions over face-to-face meetings with friends. This change in social behavior has happened gradually but steadily, (5) _______ to research conducted by various universities and health organizations.
Studies show that teenagers spend (6) _______ time on social media platforms every day. This shift to digital communication has affected how teenagers develop social skills. In the 1990s, only about 5% of teens reported feeling uncomfortable in social situations. Today, that number has risen to nearly 20%. The impact is also evident in (7) _______, with increased reports of anxiety and depression among adolescents.
Experts suggest a balance between online and offline activities is crucial for healthy development, (8) _______ many teenagers continue to spend excessive time on screens. Unfortunately, many teenagers are missing out on important real-world experiences. Parents should encourage their children to exercise (9) _______ to improve both physical and mental wellbeing. Teenagers (10) _______ spend at least two hours daily engaging in physical activities and real-world social interactions.
Question 5.
A. relating
B. according
C. concerning
D. referring
Đáp án: B

Question 6.
A. any
B. lots of
C. few
D. some
Đáp án: B

Question 7.
A. its mental health
B. his health mental
C. their mental health
D. their health mental
Đáp án: C

Question 8.
A. since
B. despite
C. unless
D. but
Đáp án: D

Question 9.
A. regularly
B. rarely
C. sometimes
D. occasionally
Đáp án: A

Question 10.
A. could
B. would
C. should
D. might
Đáp án: C

Four phrases/sentences have been removed from the text below. For each question, 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.
City life is changing fast, and many trends are shaping how people live today. One hot topic is remote work and hybrid jobs: some people still go to the office, but others work from home or from a café. This affects the city in many ways. For example, some areas become less crowded during weekdays, (11) _______.
At the same time, social media keeps pushing the idea of a “productive city lifestyle,” where people wake up early, go to the gym, and manage their time perfectly. (12) _______.
Another big issue is housing and cost of living. Rent is rising in many cities; (13) _______. Because of this, public transport and traffic are also hot topics. Many people want cleaner air and shorter commutes, so bikes, metro lines, and “car-free” streets are discussed more often. Recently, mental health has become part of the conversation too. (14) _______. In your opinion, should cities focus more on speed and growth, or on health and balance?
Four phrases have been removed from the text below:
A. while coworking spaces and coffee shops get more popular
B. so young people often share apartments or live farther from the center
C. Some city residents try “quiet living,” visit parks more, or reduce screen time to feel calmer
D. It can be motivating, but it also creates pressure to look successful all the time
Question 11.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct option that best fits the blank.
A. It can be motivating, but it also creates pressure to look successful all the time
B. so young people often share apartments or live farther from the center
C. Some city residents try “quiet living,” visit parks more, or reduce screen time to feel calmer
D. while coworking spaces and coffee shops get more popular
Đáp án: D

Question 12.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct option that best fits the blank.
A. Some city residents try “quiet living,” visit parks more, or reduce screen time to feel calmer
B. while coworking spaces and coffee shops get more popular
C. so young people often share apartments or live farther from the center
D. It can be motivating, but it also creates pressure to look successful all the time
Đáp án: D

Question 13.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct option that best fits the blank.
A. while coworking spaces and coffee shops get more popular
B. Some city residents try “quiet living,” visit parks more, or reduce screen time to feel calmer
C. It can be motivating, but it also creates pressure to look successful all the time
D. so young people often share apartments or live farther from the center
Đáp án: D

Question 14.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct option that best fits the blank.
A. while coworking spaces and coffee shops get more popular
B. Some city residents try “quiet living,” visit parks more, or reduce screen time to feel calmer
C. so young people often share apartments or live farther from the center
D. It can be motivating, but it also creates pressure to look successful all the time
Đáp án: B

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 15.
A. adapt
B. aware
C. apply
D. access
Đáp án: D

Question 16.
A. appearance
B. spread
C. pleasure
D. deadline
Đáp án: A

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 in the following questions.
Question 17.
A. medical
B. essential
C. regular
D. dangerous
Đáp án: B

Question 18.
A. decide
B. install
C. intend
D. follow
Đáp án: D

Read the following sign or notice and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Question 19.
What does the sign say?

A. Return the cart at the store entrance.
B. Keep the cart in your car until you get home.
C. Move the cart to the designated cart area.
D. Return your cart anywhere in the parking lot.
Đáp án: C

Question 20.
What does the notice say?

A. Alex prefers taking a cold shower today.
B. It is impossible to have a hot shower this morning.
C. Alex can’t take a shower until tomorrow.
D. The plumber will repair the shower tomorrow.
Đáp án: B

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to the original sentence in each of the following questions.
Question 21.
This is the first time I have gone out for a picnic.
A. I haven’t never gone out for a picnic before.
B. I had never gone out for a picnic before.
C. I have never gone out for a picnic before.
D. I have ever gone out for a picnic before.
Đáp án: C

Question 22.
“I’m coming back to my home town tomorrow.” Phuong said.
A. Phuong asked if she was coming back to her home town the next day.
B. Phuong said that she was coming back to her home town next day.
C. Phuong wanted to be coming back to her home town the following day.
D. Phuong said that she was coming back to her home town the next day.
Đáp án: D

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 following questions.
Hanoi’s Old Quarter is a special place that shows the rich history of Vietnam’s capital city. This area has existed for nearly 1,000 years and was once the heart of trade and craft in the city. Each street was named after the product sold there, like Hang Bac (Silver Street) or Hang Gao (Rice Street).
In the past, the Old Quarter was a bustling center of commerce. Craftsmen and traders lived and worked in narrow tube houses. These special buildings were long and thin because people paid taxes based on the width of their street-facing walls. Families passed their trades from generation to generation. The streets were always full of vendors, customers, and the sounds of traditional crafts being made.
Today, the Old Quarter still keeps much of its traditional character, but many things have changed. Modern shops, cafes, and hotels now stand beside old craft workshops. Motorbikes fill the streets where bicycles once ruled. Tourism has brought new life to the area, but it has also created challenges like traffic jams and noise.
Despite those changes, local people and the government work hard to retain the Old Quarter’s unique identity. They protect old buildings, support traditional crafts, and maintain the special atmosphere that makes this place different from anywhere else in the world. The Old Quarter remains a “living museum” where past and present exist together.
Question 23.
The word “bustling” in paragraph 2 is CLOSEST in meaning to _______.
A. crowded
B. peaceful
C. empty
D. quiet
Đáp án: A

Question 24.
What is the main idea of the passage?
A. The Old Quarter is famous mainly because of its street names and food.
B. The Old Quarter shows how Hanoi’s past and present exist side by side.
C. The Old Quarter has become a modern shopping area for young people.
D. The Old Quarter has lost most traditional crafts because of tourism.
Đáp án: B

Question 25.
Which of the following statements about Hanoi’s Old Quarter is INCORRECT?
A. Today, modern shops and cafés can be found next to old craft workshops.
B. In the past, people paid taxes based on the width of their street-facing walls.
C. In the past, families often passed down their trades from one generation to the next.
D. Tourists can join guided tours to learn batik-making from local craftsmen.
Đáp án: D

Question 26.
The word “retain” in paragraph 4 is OPPOSITE in meaning to _______.
A. preserve
B. lose
C. maintain
D. keep
Đáp án: B

Question 27.
Why were tube houses in the Old Quarter often long and thin?
A. They reduced taxes because tax depended on the house’s street width.
B. They helped families keep their trades inside the home.
C. They allowed craftsmen to display products along narrow streets.
D. They were designed to protect houses from noise and dust.
Đáp án: A

Question 28.
Which statement can be best inferred from the passage?
A. The government focuses only on building new roads in the area.
B. Protecting the Old Quarter requires effort because change is unavoidable.
C. Most local people prefer living in the Old Quarter to avoid city life.
D. Tourists visit the Old Quarter mainly to buy cheap modern goods.
Đáp án: B

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Question 29.
We had to _______ their invitation to lunch as we had a previous engagement.
A. get up
B. go out
C. take over
D. turn down
Đáp án: D

Question 30.
The city decided to ban plastic bags _______ they were causing serious pollution problems.
A. due to
B. because
C. however
D. even though
Đáp án: B

Question 31.
If she _______ early, she _______ the new art exhibition before dinner.
A. arrives / can visit
B. arrives / could visit
C. arrived / will visit
D. will arrive / can visit
Đáp án: A

Question 32.
Maria felt _______ when she heard her brother shouting while she was studying.
A. sick
B. relaxed
C. confident
D. annoyed
Đáp án: D

Question 33.
Mr. Green _______ English at this school since he graduated from the university.
A. was teaching
B. has taught
C. have taught
D. teaches
Đáp án: B

Question 34.
The _______ the traffic jams are, the _______ it will be to reach the office on time.
A. longest / most difficult
B. longer / more difficult
C. longer / more difficultly
D. more longer / more difficult
Đáp án: B

Question 35.
Thanks to hard work, Susan achieved real _______ in her career, even without expensive private training courses.
A. succeed
B. successful
C. success
D. successfully
Đáp án: C

Question 36.
John and Mary are talking about social networks.
John: “Using social networks may have negative effects on students.”
Mary: “_______. It distracts them from their studies.”
A. I don’t quite agree.
B. You’re wrong.
C. I’m not sure about that.
D. That’s quite true.
Đáp án: D

Read the following 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.
ENGLISH CENTER OPENING
We are excited (37) _______ open our new English Language Center! We offer courses for all levels, from beginning to (38) _______. Our friendly teachers will help you with speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Join us now to enjoy special discounts and free trial classes. For more details, visit our (39) _______ website or call us at 0963490882. We can’t wait to see you! Let’s start (40) _______ together at our new center!
Question 37.
A. for
B. about
C. to
D. at
Đáp án: C

Question 38.
A. advance
B. advanced
C. advancing
D. advancement
Đáp án: B

Question 39.
A. an
B. a
C. Ø (no article)
D. the
Đáp án: C

Question 40.
A. preparing
B. enhancing
C. learning
D. staying
Đáp án: C