Đề thi giữa kì 1 môn Tiếng Anh 8 i-Learn Smart World - số 1

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What do the speakers say about their free time activities? Choose FIVE answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-F, next to Questions 1-5. 

  Hobbies
A likes knitting to challenge his patience
B loves adventure sports like skating
C adores team sports like handball 
D enjoys knitting because it's very relaxing
E enjoys fishing because it brings him close to nature  
F likes board games because they require quick thinking


Bob

John

David

Eva

Alice

Choose the word which has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others.

  • fans

  • rocks

  • vehicles

  • candies

Choose the word which has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others.

  • architect

  • chemistry

  • lunchtime

  • stomach

Choose the word which has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others.

  • transcript

  • biscuit

  • scandal

  • muscle

Choose the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress.

  • cancel
  • discuss
  • include
  • expect

Choose the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress.

  • travel
  • wonder
  • affect
  • follow

We love _____ to the beach in summer to swim and build sandcastles.

  • go
  • to going
  • going
  • gone

Do you have a simple _____ for making chocolate cookies?

  • cupboard
  • refrigerator
  • gift
  • recipe

There are _____ errors in the document so we need to review it before submitting. 

  • too many
  • enough
  • too much
  • little

At the summer camp, children formed teams for a thrilling tug of _____ competition.

  • fight
  • match
  • argument
  • war

After breathing in smoke from the fire, he began to _____ continuously.

  • cough
  • recover
  • cope
  • treat

There isn't _____ time for us to finish this project before the deadline.

  • too many
  • enough
  • a few
  • a little

_____ the holidays, we plan to visit some famous landmarks in the city.

  • During
  • From
  • Until
  • Since

She doesn't have much time to _____ because of her busy schedule.

  • fill out
  • pick up
  • hang out
  • look after

My sister's wedding ceremony _____ at 4 PM next Sunday in the downtown church. 

  • begin
  • begins
  • began
  • is beginning

The library doesn't open _____ 9 AM, so we have to wait outside.

  • during
  • on
  • until
  • between

She accidentally _____ herself by eating colorful mushrooms from the forest.

  • poisoned
  • exercised
  • avoided
  • protected

As previously announced, the art exhibition at the city gallery _____ next Friday evening.

  • launch
  • launched
  • launches
  • is launching

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

Video games are a popular source of (ENTERTAIN) for teenagers.

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

Pollution can (HARMFUL) wildlife and destroy natural habitats.

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

Adding (CANDY) ginger to a cup of tea can enhance its flavor.

Choose the underlined part that needs correction.

They always eat fast food because they care a lot about a healthy diet.

  • always
  • food
  • about
  • healthy

Choose the underlined part that needs correction.

Unless you called them today, you won't get a reservation at the restaurant.

  • Unless
  • called
  • get
  • at

Read the following passage and choose the best answer for each blank.

Life in the countryside is peaceful and simple. Rural areas have fewer high-rise buildings and vehicles, so there is plenty of open space and air. People live in spacious houses with gardens where they can grow fresh vegetables and fruits. Besides, they also raise some animals for such as chickens or pigs.

there may not be many entertainment facilities like cinemas or shopping malls, people in the countryside enjoy outdoor activities. They can explore the beauty of nature through hiking, fishing, or having a picnic.

These rural areas also have unique traditional festivals. They organize games such as tug of war, jump rope, and spinning tops during these special occasions. It's a time for celebration and joy. People from everywhere come together to take part in the traditions that have been passed down through generations. The countryside provides an ideal environment for people to have a healthy balanced lifestyle.

Complete the second sentence using the word given so that it has the same meaning to the first.

I love to start my day with a cup of strong coffee to give me energy. (ENJOY)

=> I with a cup of strong coffee to boost my energy.

Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first.

They are interested in traveling to many countries to experience different cultures. (KEEN)

=> They are to experience different cultures.

Complete the second sentence using the word given so that it has the same meaning to the first.

If he doesn't improve his performance, he will lose his job. (UNLESS)

=> , he will lose his job.

Read the passage.

Every year, people around the world celebrate Earth Day on April 22. This day encourages everyone to think about how we can protect our environment and improve health by keeping our planet clean.

Many of our everyday activities can cause damage to the earth. Cars pollute the air by releasing harmful gases, and factories can poison rivers with chemicals. These pollutants are bad for our health and for the wildlife that depends on these environments.

However, there are simple ways we can help. By choosing to reduce, reuse, and recycle, we can lessen the amount of waste we create. For example, we can reduce waste by using fewer plastic bags and switching to reusable ones. We can also reuse bottles instead of buying new ones. Recycling paper, plastic, and glass helps to save natural resources and energy.

Participating in community clean-up events is another great way to help. On Earth Day, many communities organize activities to clean local parks, rivers, and streets. This not only helps to protect local wildlife but also makes our communities more pleasant for everyone.

Complete the summary. Choose only ONE WORD from the passage for each blank.

Every year, Earth Day is celebrated on April 22. This event encourages us to protect our environment and improve health by keeping our planet clean. Our daily activities, such as driving and factory operations, release harmful gases and . These pollutants harm human health and wildlife. To help, we can adopt the practices of reducing, reusing, and recycling to reduce  and save natural resources. On Earth Day, people often participate in activities to tidy up areas like parks, rivers, and streets, which benefits both local and communities.