10 Đề thi kiểm tra giữa HK1 môn Tiếng Anh lớp 8 - Global Success - Đề 3

Listen to Sophie talking to her friend Rob about extreme sports. For each question, choose the correct answer. (Click 'Next' to finish the rest of the listening section)

What does Sophie say about canyoning?

Listen to Sophie talking to her friend Rob about extreme sports. For each question, choose the correct answer. (Click 'Next' to finish the rest of the listening section)

Sophie explains that __________

Listen to Sophie talking to her friend Rob about extreme sports. For each question, choose the correct answer. (Click 'Next' to finish the rest of the listening section)

Rob says that he __________

Listen to Sophie talking to her friend Rob about extreme sports. For each question, choose the correct answer. (Click 'Next' to finish the rest of the listening section)

Sophie has done all of the following sports EXCEPT __________

Listen to Sophie talking to her friend Rob about extreme sports. For each question, choose the correct answer. (Click 'Next' to finish the rest of the listening section)

Sophie hasn't been bungee jumping because __________

Listen to Sophie talking to her friend Rob about extreme sports. For each question, choose the correct answer.

What happened to Sophie last year?

Choose the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in the following question

Choose the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in the following question

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I prefer __________ hot chocolate on such a cold day

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I don't fancy __________ dinner tonight. Let's order takeout instead

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She was not good at public speaking, __________ she tried to give a speech

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The website allows you to __________ short clips and share them with others

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David is interested __________ doing puzzles

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I spent hours __________ the website for the perfect gift for my best friend

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The __________ rolling hills of the countryside are perfect for cycling

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The restaurant had great reviews; __________, I decided to try it out for dinner

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Jackie is really __________ classical music

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Bethany now goes to the gym __________ than she used to

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I saw some children __________ cattle across the field with their dog

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They will move to a new house __________ than planned

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If you want to achieve your goals, you need to work __________

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Sam: “Hey, do you want to come over for dinner tonight?”

Rachel: “__________”

Choose the answer to fill in the blank in the following question.

Mark: “I've just lost my job.”

Cathy: “__________”

Choose the answer that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word/phrase in the following question.

The novel you recommended is absolutely fascinating – I couldn't put it down

Choose the answer that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word/phrase in the following question.

Visitors to the Galapagos Islands can observe the locals swimming with sea turtles and sea lions

Complete the sentence with the correct form of the word in bracket.

In the countryside, life moves more ____________ and people take the time to appreciate the simple things. (slow)

Complete the sentence with the correct form of the word in bracket.

Cooking with friends can be a(n) ______________________ way to spend an evening. (enjoy)

Complete the sentence with the correct form of the word in bracket.

The internet __________________ was slow, so it took a long time to download the file. (connect)

Choose the answer that indicates the underlined part that needs correction in the following question.

The rocks were slippery, so the climbers had to climb more carefully as usual

Choose the answer that indicates the underlined part that needs correction in the following question.

She has always been keen on to do DIY projects and has even built her own furniture

Choose the answer that indicates the underlined part that needs correction in the following question.

My new shoes were too tight, but I had to wear my old ones to the party

Read the following passage and choose the correct answer that best fits each of the following blanks.

Nowadays, many people prefer life in the countryside as it is often associated with peace and quiet. The air is fresh and clean, and the (32) __________ is beautiful. People living in the countryside are often close to nature and can enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and camping. Besides, the pace of life is (33) __________ than in the city, which can be a welcome change for those who want to relax. Moreover, people in rural areas are hospitable. (34) __________ often know each other well and are more likely to help each other out.

(35) __________, there are also some challenges associated with life in the countryside. Access to healthcare and other services can be limited, and there are not many job opportunities. Transportation can also be a problem, especially for those who live far (36) __________ big cities.

-> Choose the correct answer for number (32)

Read the following passage and choose the correct answer that best fits each of the following blanks.

Nowadays, many people prefer life in the countryside as it is often associated with peace and quiet. The air is fresh and clean, and the (32) __________ is beautiful. People living in the countryside are often close to nature and can enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and camping. Besides, the pace of life is (33) __________ than in the city, which can be a welcome change for those who want to relax. Moreover, people in rural areas are hospitable. (34) __________ often know each other well and are more likely to help each other out.

(35) __________, there are also some challenges associated with life in the countryside. Access to healthcare and other services can be limited, and there are not many job opportunities. Transportation can also be a problem, especially for those who live far (36) __________ big cities.

-> Choose the correct answer for number (33)

Read the following passage and choose the correct answer that best fits each of the following blanks.

Nowadays, many people prefer life in the countryside as it is often associated with peace and quiet. The air is fresh and clean, and the (32) __________ is beautiful. People living in the countryside are often close to nature and can enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and camping. Besides, the pace of life is (33) __________ than in the city, which can be a welcome change for those who want to relax. Moreover, people in rural areas are hospitable. (34) __________ often know each other well and are more likely to help each other out.

(35) __________, there are also some challenges associated with life in the countryside. Access to healthcare and other services can be limited, and there are not many job opportunities. Transportation can also be a problem, especially for those who live far (36) __________ big cities.

-> Choose the correct answer for number (34)

Read the following passage and choose the correct answer that best fits each of the following blanks.

Nowadays, many people prefer life in the countryside as it is often associated with peace and quiet. The air is fresh and clean, and the (32) __________ is beautiful. People living in the countryside are often close to nature and can enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and camping. Besides, the pace of life is (33) __________ than in the city, which can be a welcome change for those who want to relax. Moreover, people in rural areas are hospitable. (34) __________ often know each other well and are more likely to help each other out.

(35) __________, there are also some challenges associated with life in the countryside. Access to healthcare and other services can be limited, and there are not many job opportunities. Transportation can also be a problem, especially for those who live far (36) __________ big cities.

-> Choose the correct answer for number (35)

Read the following passage and choose the correct answer that best fits each of the following blanks.

Nowadays, many people prefer life in the countryside as it is often associated with peace and quiet. The air is fresh and clean, and the (32) __________ is beautiful. People living in the countryside are often close to nature and can enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and camping. Besides, the pace of life is (33) __________ than in the city, which can be a welcome change for those who want to relax. Moreover, people in rural areas are hospitable. (34) __________ often know each other well and are more likely to help each other out.

(35) __________, there are also some challenges associated with life in the countryside. Access to healthcare and other services can be limited, and there are not many job opportunities. Transportation can also be a problem, especially for those who live far (36) __________ big cities.

-> Choose the correct answer for number (36)

Read the passage and choose the correct answer to the following question.

1. Adolescence is a time when young people start to question themselves and the world around them. They start looking at themselves in a new way. They are searching for their identity and for answers to the big question: Who am I?

2. Teenagers love to experiment and are constantly trying things out. They experiment with new fashions, new music, new food, new make-up, new jewellery, and new hairstyles. Sometimes these experiments end in disaster!

3. It's important for a teen to be cool and popular with his or her friends. Many teenagers who start smoking do so only because of peer pressure. As one boy said, ‘I know smoking is bad for my health, but it's a social thing, a good way to sit down and chill with my friends.' Fast food has also become very important for teenagers. Many don't care that too many pizzas and burgers are unhealthy and should only be eaten as part of a balanced diet. They see fast food restaurants as ideal places to hang out with their friends.

-> Adolescence is a time when young people _________

Read the passage and choose the correct answer to the following question.

1. Adolescence is a time when young people start to question themselves and the world around them. They start looking at themselves in a new way. They are searching for their identity and for answers to the big question: Who am I?

2. Teenagers love to experiment and are constantly trying things out. They experiment with new fashions, new music, new food, new make-up, new jewellery, and new hairstyles. Sometimes these experiments end in disaster!

3. It's important for a teen to be cool and popular with his or her friends. Many teenagers who start smoking do so only because of peer pressure. As one boy said, ‘I know smoking is bad for my health, but it's a social thing, a good way to sit down and chill with my friends.' Fast food has also become very important for teenagers. Many don't care that too many pizzas and burgers are unhealthy and should only be eaten as part of a balanced diet. They see fast food restaurants as ideal places to hang out with their friends.

-> The word “experiment” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to _________

Read the passage and choose the correct answer to the following question.

1. Adolescence is a time when young people start to question themselves and the world around them. They start looking at themselves in a new way. They are searching for their identity and for answers to the big question: Who am I?

2. Teenagers love to experiment and are constantly trying things out. They experiment with new fashions, new music, new food, new make-up, new jewellery, and new hairstyles. Sometimes these experiments end in disaster!

3. It's important for a teen to be cool and popular with his or her friends. Many teenagers who start smoking do so only because of peer pressure. As one boy said, ‘I know smoking is bad for my health, but it's a social thing, a good way to sit down and chill with my friends.' Fast food has also become very important for teenagers. Many don't care that too many pizzas and burgers are unhealthy and should only be eaten as part of a balanced diet. They see fast food restaurants as ideal places to hang out with their friends.

-> Which is NOT mentioned as the thing that teens try out?

Read the passage and choose the correct answer to the following question.

1. Adolescence is a time when young people start to question themselves and the world around them. They start looking at themselves in a new way. They are searching for their identity and for answers to the big question: Who am I?

2. Teenagers love to experiment and are constantly trying things out. They experiment with new fashions, new music, new food, new make-up, new jewellery, and new hairstyles. Sometimes these experiments end in disaster!

3. It's important for a teen to be cool and popular with his or her friends. Many teenagers who start smoking do so only because of peer pressure. As one boy said, ‘I know smoking is bad for my health, but it's a social thing, a good way to sit down and chill with my friends.' Fast food has also become very important for teenagers. Many don't care that too many pizzas and burgers are unhealthy and should only be eaten as part of a balanced diet. They see fast food restaurants as ideal places to hang out with their friends.

-> Many teenagers start smoking because _________

Read the passage and choose the correct answer to the following question.

1. Adolescence is a time when young people start to question themselves and the world around them. They start looking at themselves in a new way. They are searching for their identity and for answers to the big question: Who am I?

2. Teenagers love to experiment and are constantly trying things out. They experiment with new fashions, new music, new food, new make-up, new jewellery, and new hairstyles. Sometimes these experiments end in disaster!

3. It's important for a teen to be cool and popular with his or her friends. Many teenagers who start smoking do so only because of peer pressure. As one boy said, ‘I know smoking is bad for my health, but it's a social thing, a good way to sit down and chill with my friends.' Fast food has also become very important for teenagers. Many don't care that too many pizzas and burgers are unhealthy and should only be eaten as part of a balanced diet. They see fast food restaurants as ideal places to hang out with their friends.

-> Fast food has become popular because _________

Complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the first one, using the word in bracket. Write no more than FOUR words in each blank.

Because we didn't work well as a team, we failed to achieve our goal. (so)

➝ We didn't work well as a team, _______________________________________ to achieve our goal

Complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the first one, using the word in bracket. Write no more than FOUR words in each blank.

Sophia likes to plant flowers. (fond)

➝ Sophia is ______________________________________________

Complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the first one, using the word in bracket. Write no more than FOUR words in each blank.

Watching birds build their nests is exciting. (to)

➝ It's _______________________________________________ birds build their nests

Complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the first one, using the word in bracket. Write no more than FOUR words in each blank.

Sue didn't run as quickly as Nick. (quickly)

➝ Nick ran ____________________________________