FORM 2026

Test 01

ĐỀ THI HỌC KÌ II

Môn: Tiếng Anh - Lớp 9

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 1. A. A. replace

B. luggage

C. surface

D. palace

Question 2. A. excursion

B. further

C. occur

D. occurence

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that has different stress

Question 3. A. bilingual

B. concentric

C. connection

D. entity

Question 4. A. planet

B. infant

C. abroad

D. funnel

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the

following questions.

Question 5. Harry: “Is this website a good resource for science projects?” - Bella:

“________________”

A. No problem, what science project are you working on?

B. I found this website after clicking on an ad on my phone.

C. Great idea, let’s search it together!

D. That depends on the project.

Question 6. Mount Everest, _____________ peak is the tallest mountain in the world, is located in

the Himalayas.

A. where

B. Ø

C. who

D. whose

Question 7. People ______ to shopping centres if they _________to browse or hang out with

friends.

A. can go/ want

B. will go/ wanted

C. go/ may want

D. would go/ want

Question 8. To avoid eye strain, the doctor suggested that the patient ___________________ breaks

from looking at our phone screens every 20 minutes.

A. taking

B. takes

C. could take

D. should take

Question 9. Mr. Fritz is looking for a new job that offers a competitive _______________ and good

benefits.

A. payment

B. salary

C. fee

D. bill

Question 10. The generation ____ in many families is becoming wider and wider due to rapid

changes in lifestyle.

A. number

B. age

C. gap

D. distance

Question 11. My new phone has a(n) ________________ keyboard that appears on the screen when

I need to type.

A. virtual

B. broken

C. offline

D. actual

Question 12. Burning fossil fuels like coal and oil releases a large amount of ________________

into the atmosphere.

A. oxygen

B. sunlight

C. carbon dioxide

D. wind

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 numbered blank from 13 to 16.

Latest Electronic Devices – Available Now!

Are you (13)____ the latest smartphones, tablets, or laptops? Visit our store and discover

(14)____best deals on high-quality electronic devices, (15)_____are designed to make your life

easier!

Special Offers:

✔

Discounts up to 30% on (16)_____ products

✔

Free accessories for the first 100 customers

✔

Warranty and 24/7 customer support

Question 13. A. looking for

B. going up

C. searching in

D. picking up

Question 14. A. a

B. the

C. an

D. x

Question 15. A. that

B. which

C. who

D. whom

Question 16. A. selection

B. selected

C. selecting

D. select

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the

following questions from 17 to 18.

Question 17. Put the sentences (a-c) in the correct order, then fill in the blank to make a logical

text.

English has become the global language of communication. ________

a. That’s why I decided to improve my English by joining an online course.

b. It is used in international business, science, and even entertainment.

c. The course, which is taught by native speakers, helps me learn quickly.

A. a-c-b

B. c - a - b

C. b - a - c

D. c - b - a

Question 18. Choose the sentence that most appropriately ends the text (in Question 17).

A. I now regret learning English and want to quit.

B. I think I’ll stop studying languages altogether.

C. I feel more confident speaking with people from around the world.

D. I still avoid speaking to anyone in English.

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 numbered blank from 19 to 24.

Choosing a future career is an important decision for every young person. Some students know what

they want to do from a young age, while (19)_____ are still exploring their options. In today’s

world, there are more career choices than ever before. Traditional jobs like teacher, doctor, or

engineer are still popular, but many new careers have appeared in areas like artificial intelligence,

digital marketing, renewable energy, and space technology. The job market is also changing quickly

(20)_______automation and global trends. To succeed in the future, students need more than just

good grades. They must develop communication skills, creativity, (21)_______ abilities, and learn

how to work in teams. It’s also helpful to learn foreign languages and use technology well. Career

(23)______ from schools and real-life experiences (23)______ internships can help students make

better choices. A (24)______career is not just about money — it’s about doing something

meaningful and enjoying the work you do.

Question 19. A.other

B. others

C. another

D. the others

Question 20. A. despite

B. due to

C. because

D. yet

Question 21. A. solving-problem

B. problem-solution

C. problem-solving

D. solved-problem

Question 22. A. guider

B. tourguide

C. guided

D. guidance

Question 23. A. like

B. as

C. alike

D. so

Question 24. A. disappointed

B. successful

C. stressful

D. depressed

Read the following announcement and 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 25. Mars is a rocky planet. It has two moons.

A. Mars, which has two moons, is a rocky planet.

B. A rocky planet with two moons, Mars is a giant planet.

C. As Mars is a rocky planet, it has two moons.

D. Two moons orbit Mars, a rocky planet.

Question 26. The mechanic said, “You should get a cooling pad which prevents overheating.”

A. The mechanic recommended getting a cooling pad which prevents overheating.

B. The mechanic recommends to get a cooling pad which prevents overheating.

C. The mechanic suggested a cooling pad would prevent my computer’s overheating.

D. The mechanic asked if I should get a cooling pad which prevents overheating.

Read the following announcement and 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 27. The people / live / next door / us / have / night party / last weekend.

A. The people whom live next door to us had a night party last weekend.

B. The people lived next door to us had a night party last weekend.

C. The people who live next door to us had a night party last weekend.

D. The people living next door to us have a night party last weekend.

Question 28. We/ should/ stop/ destroy/ forests/ they/ important/ our/ environment.

A. We should stop destroy forests as they’re important to our environment.

B. We should stop destroying forests as they’re important to our environment.

C. We should stop destroying forests although they’re important to environment.

D. We should stop to destroy forests because they’re important to our environment.

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 29. What does the sign say?

A. The fastest you can drive is 55 miles per hour.

B. You should drive at 55 kilometers per hour.

C. You are encouraged to drive as fast as possible.

D. You must drive at least 55 miles per hour.

Question 30. What should you do according to the notice?

Please remember to keep

your receipt.

The staff may ask to see

your receipt if you want to

exchange the item."

A. You need to bring your receipt. The staff may ask to see the receipt.

B. The staff will give you a new receipt if you need to exchange the item.

C. No receipt is required when shopping.

D. When exchanging the item, the staff will ask to check the receipt again.

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 from 31 to 36.

Imagine a world where you can create anything you can dream of, from a custom phone case

to a functioning prosthetic limb. That’s the promise of 3D printing, a revolutionary technology that

builds objects layer by layer from a digital file. Unlike traditional manufacturing that carves or

shapes materials, 3D printing adds material, giving designers and engineers incredible freedom to

create intricate and complex designs.

This freedom extends to the materials used. From common plastics like ABS to even metals

and food, 3D printing allows for customization and innovation. The possibilities are vast,

transforming industries like healthcare with custom prosthetics and implants, and even aerospace

with lightweight parts for airplanes.

However, 3D printing technology is still evolving. Current limitations include the size and

complexity of printable objects, as well as the cost of some materials and printers. Nevertheless, 3D

printing holds immense potential for the future, offering possibilities for on-demand manufacturing,

personalized products, and even pushing the boundaries of medicine.

Question 31. What is the key difference between 3D printing and traditional manufacturing

methods?

A. Materials used

B. Building method

C. Speed of production

D. None of the above

Question 32. How does 3D printing create objects?

A. By melting and pouring liquid metal.

B. By using molds and casting techniques.

C. By building layers of material based on a digital file.

D. All of the above

Question 33. What are some of the materials that can be used in 3D printing?

A. Wood and fabric

B. Plastics and metals

C. Glass and rubber

D. Food and drinks

Question 34. How is 3D printing transforming the healthcare industry?

A. It’s creating new types of medications.

B. It’s reducing the cost of surgeries.

C. It’s helping to diagnose diseases faster.

D. It’s allowing for the creation of custom prosthetics and implants.

Question 35. What is the CLOSEST meaning of the word "possibilities" in the passage?

A. Barriers

B. Opportunities

C. Problems

D. Costs

Question 36. What is the OPPOSITE meaning of the word "adds" in the passage?

A. Constructs

B. Builds

C. Removes

D. Creates

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 fits each of the

numbered blanks from 37 to 40 the most.

A. The atmosphere contains gases like oxygen

B. we can preserve its beauty and resources

C. Protecting the planet is important to ensure

D. the only known planet that supports life

Earth is the third planet from the Sun and (37)_______. It has land, water, and an atmosphere that

allow plants, animals, and humans to survive. About 71% of the Earth's surface is covered by water,

mainly oceans. (38)________, which we breathe, and carbon dioxide, which plants use for

photosynthesis.

Earth’s rotation causes day and night, and its tilt gives us seasons. However, Earth faces

environmental challenges like pollution and climate change. (39)__________a healthy future for all

living things. Efforts like reducing waste, conserving energy, and planting trees can help combat

environmental issues. By taking care of Earth, (40)__________ for future generations. It’s up to

everyone to play a part in protecting our planet.