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SỞ GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO KỲ THI TUYỂN SINH LỚP 10 THPT
TIỀN GIANG NĂM HỌC 2025 - 2026
Môn thi: TIẾNG ANH
Thời gian làm bài: 60 phút
Questions 1-2: Pick out the word that has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others:
(0.5 point)
Question1.
A. listed B. agreed C. entered D. played
Question 2.
A. music B. interest C. online D. children
Questions 3-4: Pick out the word that has the primary stress that differs from the other three: (0.5
point) Question 3.
A. study B. return C. arrive D. begin
Question 4.
A. money B. photo C. father D. idea
Questions 5-6: Pick out the word that is of the different topic (or part of speech) from the others: (0.5
point)
Question 5.
A. noisy B. city C. easy D. busy
Question 6.
A. passport B. suitcase C. visa D. teacher
Questions 7-18: Pick out ONE best option to complete each of the following sentences: (3.0 points)
Question 7. Linh: “ is it?” ~ Minh: “It is blue.”
A. What time B. How old C. What color D. How much
Question 8. If we study hard enough, we this exam.
A. can pass B. passed C. would pass D. was passing
Question 9. She her friends yesterday.
A. visits B. visited C. will visit D. is visiting
Question 10. 1666, London had a great fire.
A. In B. At C. on D. To
Question 11. She can go home early if she her work.
A. finishes B. could finish C. finished D. finish
Question 12. We English since 2022.
A. study B. shall study C. have studied D. studied
Question 13. You should be careful when using social media. Sharing too much personal information can
put your at risk.
A. problem B. privacy C. memory D. activity
Question 14. He avoided the question I asked.
A. answer B. to answer C. answered D. answering
Question15. We decided our summer holiday in Sa Pa.
A. spend B. spending C. spent D. to spend
Question 16. She said to me, “Do you play badminton”
She asked me if badminton.
A. he plays B he has played C. I played D. I am playing
Question 17. They are wondering where they can buy handicrafts.
A. traditional B. traditionalist C. traditionally D. tradition
ĐỀ CHÍNH THỨC
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Question 18. Tom: Sorry, Sir. I’m late. There was a lot of traffic. - Teacher: , Tom. Come in.
A. Be careful B. Cool C. My mistake D. That’s okay
Questions 19-24: Read the passage below then pick ONE best option (A, B, C, or D). (1-5 points)
Why Learn English?
English is a key that opens up a world of possibilities. For students, it begins with learning simple words, such
as family names or favourite foods, and grows into forming full sentences to share ideas. At this stage, learners
can talk about their daily lives, describe hobbies or understand short stories and messages. Using English in
real situations, shopping or asking for help, for example, make it fun and practical.
As a global language, English connects people across countries. It lets you enjoy songs, watch TV shows, or
even make new friends from different cultures, no need for a translator. But leaming English isn’t always easy.
Spelling can be confusing, and some words sound different from how they look.
Regular practice, such as reading books, listening to music or chatting with others, helps improve skills over
time. Everyone makes mistakes while learning, and that's okay. They help you grow stronger. With dedication,
students can express their thoughts more clearly and discover new opportunities. English is more than a school
subject - it’s a way to explore the world and build confidence. Keep practicing, and the rewards will come!
Question 19. What the main idea of the passage?
A. Why learning English is a good idea B. Why music helps with learning
C. How to make new friends D. How difficult English spelling is
Question 20. When students can make full sentences, what can they talk about?
A. Only simple words B. Very difficult books
C. Their daily lives and hobbies D. News from around the world
Question 21. In paragraph 2, what does "It" refer to?
A. A translator B. English C. A friend D. A book
Question 22. Which thing is NOT MENTIONED as help with your learning English?
A. Listening to music B. Playing sports C. Reading books D. Talking with people
Question 23. If you make mistakes when you learn English, what should you do?
A. Stop practicing and change your subject.
B. Feel bad about yourself.
C. Only use a translator.
D. Understand that it helps better you.
Question 24. Paragraph 1 says English is a "key that opens up a world of ” What word fits best here?
A. foods B. possibilities C. problems D. games
Questions 25-32: Pick out ONE best option (A, B, C, or D) to fill in each numbered blank, completing
the meaning of the passage: (2.0 points)
London
London lies on the River Thames, (25) moves through the city. Its many bridges are a famous sight.
The most typical are Tower Bridge and the Tower of London.
The Tower of London was built (26) the 11th century. Then, London grew rapidly in size and
importance. In 1666 many buildings in London were destroyed in a fire. Afterwards, the city was rebuilt. As its
(27) increased, new streets, parks and many public buildings were added.
London is a busy commercial and cultural centre. Many (28) organizations are located here. In east
London there is a business centre. In west London, there are theatres, cinemas, museums and shops. Many
people (29) work in London commute by train or bus from the suburbs because buying a city-centre
house or flat is expensive. Different parts of London are linked (30) famous red London buses, black
taxis and the Underground.
People from all over the world are attracted to London (31) it is now an international, multicultural
city. Many go there only for the theatres or the shops. Others take their children to see the Royal palace and the
clock tower. Young people are attracted to the bars, clubs, live music concerts, and (32) things.
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Question 25.
A. who B. whose C. why D. Which
Question 26.
A. at B. on C. in D. since
Question 27.
A. population B. cities C. river D. bridges
Question 28.
A. importance B. important C. importantly D. import
Question 29.
A. who B. whom C. which D. where
Question 30.
A. by B. on C. of D. for
Question 31.
A. but B. and C. however D. though
Question 32.
A. another B. others C. other D. the others
Questions 33-35: Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part
that needs correction in each of the following questions: (0.75 point)
Question 33. When you practice reading, try to figure up the meaning of a new word from the words around
it.
A. When B. reading C. figure up D. it
Question 34. The streets are getting dirtier. The more crowded this city is, more polluted it becomes.
A. The B. dirtier C. more crowded D. more polluted
Question 35. Ann asked me if did I know much about the Sahara Desert.
A. asked B. did I know C. much about D. the
Question 36. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement
of the sentences to make a meaningful passage/message in the following question: (0.25 point)
a. Second, the air is often dirty because of pollution. I want to breathe fresh ah, but it is not possible in the
city.
b. Third, life in the city is expensive. Food, clothes, and houses cost a lot of money
c. I dislike city life. First, the city is very crowded and noisy.
d. There are too many people, cars, and motorbikes, so it is hard to relax
e. In conclusion, I think living in the city is stressful. I prefer the countryside because it is quiet and peaceful.
A. a-b-c-d-e B. c-a-b-e-d C. a-e-b-c-d D. c-d-a-b-e
Questions 37-38: 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. (0.5 point)
Question 37. Money is important but money is not everything.
A. Money is important because it is everything.
B. Money is everything so it is important.
C. Although money is important, it is not everything.
D. Since money is not important, it is everything.
Question 38. She does not have an iPhone. She’d like to have one.
A. She wishes she has an iPhone.
B. She wishes she will have an iPhone.
C. She wishes she is having an iPhone.
D. She wishes she had an iPhone.
Questions 39-40: Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the part of the
sentence that best completes each of the following questions: (0.5 point)
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Question 39. That new electric car is that she cannot afford it.
A. so an expensive B. so expensive C. such expensive D. such an expensive
Question 40. Scientists suggest that waste to save the earth.
A. we shall recycle B. us recycling C. we should recycle D. us recycle
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HƯỚNG DẪN GIẢI
Questions 1-2: Pick out the word that has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others:
(0.5 point)
Question1.
A. listed B. agreed C. entered D. played
Question 2.
A. music B. interest C. online D. children
Questions 3-4: Pick out the word that has the primary stress that differs from the other three: (0.5
point) Question 3.
A. ‘study B. re’turn C. a’rrive D. be’gin
Question 4.
A. ‘money B. ‘photo C. ‘father D. I’dea
Questions 5-6: Pick out the word that is of the different topic (or part of speech) from the others: (0.5
point)
Question 5.
A. noisy B. city C. easy D. busy
Question 6.
A. passport B. suitcase C. visa D. teacher
Questions 7-18: Pick out ONE best option to complete each of the following sentences: (3.0 points)
Question 7. Linh: “ is it?” ~ Minh: “It is blue.”
A. What time B. How old C. What color D. How much
Question 8. If we study hard enough, we this exam.
A. can pass B. passed C. would pass D. was passing
Question 9. She her friends yesterday.
A. visits B. visited C. will visit D. is visiting
Question 10. 1666, London had a great fire.
A. In B. At C. on D. To
Question 11. She can go home early if she her work.
A. finishes B. could finish C. finished D. finish
Question 12. We English since 2022.
A. study B. shall study C. have studied D. studied
Question 13. You should be careful when using social media. Sharing too much personal information can
put your at risk.
A. problem B. privacy C. memory D. activity
Question 14. He avoided the question I asked.
A. answer B. to answer C. answered D. answering
Question15. We decided our summer holiday in Sa Pa.
A. spend B. spending C. spent D. to spend
Question 16. She said to me, “Do you play badminton”
She asked me if badminton.
A. he plays B he has played C. I played D. I am playing
Question 17. They are wondering where they can buy handicrafts.
A. traditional B. traditionalist C. traditionally D. tradition
Question 18. Tom: Sorry, Sir. I’m late. There was a lot of traffic. - Teacher: , Tom. Come in.
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A. Be careful B. Cool C. My mistake D. That’s okay
Questions 19-24: Read the passage below then pick ONE best option (A, B, C, or D). (1-5 points)
Why Learn English?
English is a key that opens up a world of possibilities. For students, it begins with learning simple words, such
as family names or favourite foods, and grows into forming full sentences to share ideas. At this stage, learners
can talk about their daily lives, describe hobbies or understand short stories and messages. Using English in
real situations, shopping or asking for help, for example, make it fun and practical.
As a global language, English connects people across countries. It lets you enjoy songs, watch TV shows, or
even make new friends from different cultures, no need for a translator. But leaming English isn’t always easy.
Spelling can be confusing, and some words sound different from how they look.
Regular practice, such as reading books, listening to music or chatting with others, helps improve skills over
time. Everyone makes mistakes while learning, and that's okay. They help you grow stronger. With dedication,
students can express their thoughts more clearly and discover new opportunities. English is more than a school
subject - it’s a way to explore the world and build confidence. Keep practicing, and the rewards will come!
Question 19. What the main idea of the passage?
A. Why learning English is a good idea B. Why music helps with learning
C. How to make new friends D. How difficult English spelling is
Question 20. When students can make full sentences, what can they talk about?
A. Only simple words B. Very difficult books
C. Their daily lives and hobbies D. News from around the world
Question 21. In paragraph 2, what does "It" refer to?
A. A translator B. English C. A friend D. A book
Question 22. Which thing is NOT MENTIONED as help with your learning English?
A. Listening to music B. Playing sports C. Reading books D. Talking with people
Question 23. If you make mistakes when you learn English, what should you do?
A. Stop practicing and change your subject.
B. Feel bad about yourself.
C. Only use a translator.
D. Understand that it helps better you.
Question 24. Paragraph 1 says English is a "key that opens up a world of ” What word fits best here?
A. foods B. possibilities C. problems D. games
Questions 25-32: Pick out ONE best option (A, B, C, or D) to fill in each numbered blank, completing
the meaning of the passage: (2.0 points)
London
London lies on the River Thames, (25) moves through the city. Its many bridges are a famous sight.
The most typical are Tower Bridge and the Tower of London.
The Tower of London was built (26) the 11th century. Then, London grew rapidly in size and
importance. In 1666 many buildings in London were destroyed in a fire. Afterwards, the city was rebuilt. As its
(27) increased, new streets, parks and many public buildings were added.
London is a busy commercial and cultural centre. Many (28) organizations are located here. In east
London there is a business centre. In west London, there are theatres, cinemas, museums and shops. Many
people (29) work in London commute by train or bus from the suburbs because buying a city-centre
house or flat is expensive. Different parts of London are linked (30) famous red London buses, black
taxis and the Underground.
People from all over the world are attracted to London (31) it is now an international, multicultural
city. Many go there only for the theatres or the shops. Others take their children to see the Royal palace and
the clock tower. Young people are attracted to the bars, clubs, live music concerts, and (32) things.
Question 25.
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A. who
Question 26.
B. whose C. why D. Which
A. at B. on C. in D. since
Question 27.
A. population B. cities C. river D. bridges
Question 28.
A. importance B. important C. importantly D. import
Question 29.
A. who B. whom C. which D. where
Question 30.
A. by B. on C. of D. for
Question 31.
A. but B. and C. however D. though
Question 32.
A. another B. others C. other D. the others
Questions 33-35: Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part
that needs correction in each of the following questions: (0.75 point)
Question 33. When you practice reading, try to figure up the meaning of a new word from the words around
it.
A. When B. reading C. figure up D. it
Question 34. The streets are getting dirtier. The more crowded this city is, more polluted it becomes.
A. The B. dirtier C. more crowded D. more polluted
Question 35. Ann asked me if did I know much about the Sahara Desert.
A. asked B. did I know C. much about D. the
Question 36. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement
of the sentences to make a meaningful passage/message in the following question: (0.25 point)
a. Second, the air is often dirty because of pollution. I want to breathe fresh ah, but it is not possible in the
city.
b. Third, life in the city is expensive. Food, clothes, and houses cost a lot of money
c. I dislike city life. First, the city is very crowded and noisy.
d. There are too many people, cars, and motorbikes, so it is hard to relax
e. In conclusion, I think living in the city is stressful. I prefer the countryside because it is quiet and peaceful.
A. a-b-c-d-e B. c-a-b-e-d C. a-e-b-c-d D. c-d-a-b-e
Questions 37-38: 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. (0.5 point)
Question 37. Money is important but money is not everything.
A. Money is important because it is everything.
B. Money is everything so it is important.
C. Although money is important, it is not everything.
D. Since money is not important, it is everything.
Question 38. She does not have an iPhone. She’d like to have one.
A. She wishes she has an iPhone.
B. She wishes she will have an iPhone.
C. She wishes she is having an iPhone.
D. She wishes she had an iPhone.
Questions 39-40: Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the part of the
sentence that best completes each of the following questions: (0.5 point)
Question 39. That new electric car is that she cannot afford it.
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A. so an expensive B. so expensive C. such expensive D. such an expensive
Question 40. Scientists suggest that waste to save the earth.
A. we shall recycle B. us recycling C. we should recycle D. us recycle
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