TRƯỜNG THCS …………………………………
KIỂM TRA, ĐÁNH GIÁ THỬ GIỮA
KÌ I
Thời gian: 45 phút, không kể thời gian phát đề
NĂM HỌC 2025 –
2026
(Bài thi có 4 trang)
Môn: Tiếng Anh 8
Lưu ý:
1. Bài kiểm tra có 40 câu trắc nghiệm khách quan. Học sinh làm trực tiếp vào
đề.
2. Học sinh không được sử dụng bất kỳ loại tài liệu nào
kể cả từ điển.
3. Nội dung kiểm tra: Unit 1 – 2 – 3
Họ và tên: ………………………………………………………….
Lớp: ………
_______________________________________________________________________________________

ĐỀ BÀI
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 prounciation in each of the
following questions.
1. A.football
B. schoolwork
C. toolbox
D. drooling
2. A. unload
B. focus
C. sunny
D. ugly
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 each of the
following questions.
3. A. canal
B. harvest
C. paddy
D. gather
4. A. connect
B. stressful
C. account
D. forum
Mark the letter A,B,C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
answer to each of the following questions
5. I really regret ________ this computer – it's useless.
A. buy
B. to buy
C. buying
D. for buying
6. Your child needs _______ some weight. Tell him _______ more vegetables and take
more exercise.
A. to lose – eat
B. to lose – to
C. losing – to eat
eat
D. losing – eat
7. Marlene ______ with some friends, sho se can't concentrate on the lesson now.
A. is chatting
B. chatted
C. chatting
D. will chat
8. Bill: “Let's discuss this problem in your new Facebook.” – Jane: “__________”.
A. That's a good idea
B. Bad
C. No, thanks
D. Glad you enjoyed it
9. Harvesting the rice is much ___________ than drying the rice.
A. more hardly
B. hardlier
C. harder
D. hard
10. Let's _________ a walk in the paddy field for fun now.
A. have
B. take
C. go
D. do
11. I love being outdoors, but today I ___________ staying at home.
A. want
B. like
C. don't mind
D. prefer
12. Lan is asking Mai about teenagers' habits of using social media.
- Lan: “Many teenagers nowadays seem to spend all their free time online. What do
you think about that?”
- Mai: “_________________. Instead, they should balance online activities with outdoor
experiences.”
A. I totally agree. Spending too much time online can harm both their health and
social skills.
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B. I don't think so. Using the Internet is always harmful for everyone.
C. That's not true. Teenagers never use the Internet in their free time.
D. I have no idea. I rarely see any teenagers online.
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 from 13 to 16.
Students will have an exciting opportunity to take part in a countryside field trip
designed to help them explore traditional farm life (13) _______ July 13.
Participants will experience daily rural activities such as milking cows, picking
vegetables, feeding animals, planting rice, and drying harvested rice in the sun.
This trip not only offers practical learning but also promotes teamwork,
responsibility, and appreciation for farmers' work. All students are encouraged to
join and (14) ______ the meaningful experience.
Please wear comfortable clothes and bring a hat, as most activities will take place
outdoors.
Spaces are limited, so early registration is highly (15) ______. We hope this trip will
be both educational and memorable for everyone!
(16) ____ you have any inquiries regarding the event schedule or rules, please
contact your homeroom teacher or the school administration.
13. A. at
B. in
C. on
D. to
14. A. forget
B. waste
C. refuse
D. enjoy
15. A. warned
B. accepted
C. recommended
D. expected
16. A. As
B. If
C. Whenever
D. Unless
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct
answer to each of the following question 17, 18.
17. Put the sentences (a-c) in the correct order, then fill the blank to make a
logical text.
Leisure time is an important part of life that allows people to relax and enjoy
themselves outside of work or school. There are many ways to make good use of free
time.
(a) Secondly, reading books or watching educational programs can help people learn
new things while still relaxing.
(b) Firstly, playing sports or doing outdoor activities is a great way to stay healthy and
have fun.
(c) Finally, spending time with family or friends during leisure time helps strengthen
relationships.
A. a – b – c
B. b – c – a
C. c – a – b
D. b – a – c
18. Choose the sentence that most appropriately ends the text (in question
17)
A. Using leisure time wisely can improve both physical and mental well-being.
B. People should avoid wasting time with their families.
C. Doing nothing is the best way to relax.
D. It's better to work all the time than take a break.
Read the following passage 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.
Being a teenager is a time of both challenge and growth. As teens transition from
childhood to adulthood, they experience physical and psychological changes. It's a
crucial time for them to build their identity and learn to be more (19)________ of their
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actions. Friendships become more important, sometimes taking (20)________ over
family.
The rise of social media also has a profound (21)________ on modern teens. They
spend hours online, which offers new ways to socialize but also creates new pressures.
Many feel a great deal of (22)________ to fit in and project a perfect image online,
leading to anxiety.
Parents and educators have a vital (23)________. Providing guidance and support can
help teens deal with challenges, (24)________ encouraging open communication is key.
19. A. independent
B. confident
C. responsible
D. reliable
20. A. priority
B. dominance
C. control
D.
power
21. A. impress
B. impactful
C. power
D.
impact
22. A. anxiety
B. pressure
C. stress
D.
tension
23. A. roll
B. role
C. rolling
D. roles
24. A. because
B. so
C. and
D.
for
Mark the letter A,B,C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence
that is closet in meaning to the original sentence in each of the following
questions.
25. My
parents like the quiet lifestyle in the village more than the noisy life in the city.
A. My parents prefer the noisy life in the city to the quiet lifestyle in the village.
B. The quiet lifestyle in the village is not as appealing to my parents as the noisy life
in the city.
C. My parents prefer the quiet lifestyle in the village to the noisy life in the town.
D. My parents don't like the quiet lifestyle in the village as much as the noisy life in
the city.
26. I really enjoy spending my free time gardening in the yard.
A. I prefer to spend my free time gardening in the yard.
B. I am not interested in gardening in my free time.
C. I detest spending my free time gardening in the yard.
D. I hate gardening in my free time.
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.
27. Many teenagers / spend / to
much/ time/ on social media / they / become/ addicted.
A. Many teenagers spend too much time on social media, so they can become easily
addicted.
B. Many teenagers spend too much time on social media, because they can become
easily addicted.
C. Many teenagers spends too much times on social media, but they can become
easily addicted.
D. Many teenagers spends too much time on social media, and they can become
easily addicted.
28. Tomi / not / mind / do / a lot of / homework / in the evenings.
A. Tomi doesn't mind doing a lot of homework in the evenings.
B. Tomi doesn't mind to do a lot of homework in the evenings.
C. Tomi did't mind doing a lot of homework in the evenings.
D. Tomi did't mind to do a lot of homework in the evenings.
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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.
29. What is the purpose of the meeting?
A. To organize National Science and Technology
Day.
B. To elect a new secretary for the Science
Society.
C. To discuss the arrangements for a fair.
D. To announce the National Science and Technology Day.
30. What does the notice say?
A. No parking.
C. Parking allowed.
B. No U-turn.
D. Danger ahead.
Read the following 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.
Living in the country is something that people from the city often dream about.
However, in reality, it has both advantages and disadvantages.
There are certainly many advantages to living in the country. First, you can
enjoy peace and quietness. Moreover, people tend to be friendlier. A further
advantage is that there is less traffic, so it is safer for young children.
However, there are certain disadvantages or drawbacks to life outside the city.
First, because there are fewer people, you are likely to have few friends. In addition,
entertainment is difficult to find, particularly in the evening. Furthermore, the fact that
there are fewer shops and services means that it is hard to find jobs.
In short, it can be seen that the country is more suitable for some people than
others. On the whole, it is often the best for those who are retired or who have young
children. In contrast, young people who have a career are better provided in the city.
31. According to the passage, what is ONE advantage of living in the country?
A. There are more shops and services.
C. People tend to be friendlier.
B. There are more opportunities for
D. It is easier to find jobs.
entertainment.
32. What is a disadvantage of living in the country mentioned in the text?
A. There is too much traffic.
C. People are not friendly.
B. It is difficult to find entertainment
D. It is not quiet.
33. Living in the country is safer for young children because___________.
A. there is less traffic
C. there are few shops 
B. there are fewer people
D. there are few services
34. Why is it harder to find jobs in the country?
A. Because there are too many people.
services.
B. Because there is more traffic.
D. Because people are not friendly.
C. Because there are fewer shops and
35. Which of the following is NOT TRUE about living in the country?
A. The country is more suitable for people with a busy career.
B. There is less traffic, which is safer for children.
C. It is quiet and peaceful.
D. It has both advantages and disadvantages.
36. According to the passage, the word "drawbacks" in the passage is closest in
meaning to ________.
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A. Advantages
C. Dreams
B. Weaknesses
D. Solutions 
Four phrase/ 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 from 37 to 40.
Leisure time is an important part of our lives, offering a break from the routine of work
and daily responsibilities. (37) ________________________. Some people choose to relax
by reading a book or listening to music, while others prefer more active pursuits like
hiking or playing a sport. (38) ________________________. This can be anything from
creative hobbies like painting to social activities such as spending time with friends.
(39) ________________________. However, it's also important not to overdo it, as
excessive leisure can lead to boredom and a lack of purpose. (40)
_______________________. Ultimately, how we spend our leisure time is a reflection of
our personal interests and needs.
A. The key to making the most of this time is to find an activity that you truly enjoy.
B. Finding the right balance between work and play is essential for our well-being.
C. It is a time for us to recharge our batteries and pursue our hobbies.
D. For these people, an active holiday is a chance to relax and recharge.
37. _______
38. _______
39. _______
40. _______

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1. A
7. A
13. C
19. C
25. C
31. C
37. C

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2. B
8. A
14. D
20. A
26. A
32. B
38. A

3. A
9. C
15. C
21. D
27. A
33. A
39. D

KEYS
4. A
10. B
16. B
22. B
28. A
34. C
40. B

5. B
11. D
17. D
23. B
29. C
35. A

6. B
12. A
18. A
24. B
30. C
36. B