Đề cương ôn tập Giữa kì 2 Tiếng Anh 10 Friends Global (có lời giải)

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Bộ đề cương ôn tập Giữa kì 2 Tiếng Anh 10 Friends Global với bài tập trắc nghiệm, tự luận đa dạng có lời giải chi tiết giúp học sinh nắm vững được kiến thức cần ôn tập để đạt điểm cao trong bài thi Tiếng Anh 10 Giữa kì 2.

Đề cương ôn tập Giữa kì 2 Tiếng Anh 10 Friends Global (có lời giải)

A. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

	Unit 5: Ambition	Unit 6: Money
Vocabulary & Word skills	- Vocabulary about: Jobs, Describing jobs, Personal qualities, Work activities, Work-related collocations - Prefixes: Single words vs hyphenated words	- Vocabulary about: Numbers and currencies, Shops and services, Shopping, Spending and Saving, Money idioms/phrases - Verb patterns: V + to V, V + V-ing, V + V
Grammar	- Will vs. Be going to - The first conditional - Defining and non-defining relative clauses	- The second conditional - Past perfect
Listening	- Listening for markers and signposts	- Reading the task to identify what to listen for
Reading	- Completing a gap-fill text	- Gapped sentence tasks
Speaking	- Student holiday jobs: Developing answers with more details	- Photo comparison and presentations: Structuring your speech, Ordering points or opinions, Justifying your opinions, Summing up your opinions
Writing	- An application letter: Structuring a formal letter	- An opinion essay: varying your sentence structure

B. PRACTICE TESTS

PART 1. PRONUNCIATION

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 sentences.

Question 1.

A. clothes

B. cosmetic

C. post

D. greengrocer

Question 2.

A. refunded

B. compared

C. exchanged

D. showroomed

Question 3.

A. charge

B. exchange

C. stationer

D. takeaway

Question 4.

A. wastes

B. refunds

C. locksmiths

D. develops

Question 5.

A. reliable

B. repetitive

C. decrease

D. representative

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 sentences.

Question 6.

A. repetitive

B. creative

C. ambitious

D. flexible

Question 7.

A. assistant

B. takeaway

C. optician’s

D. estate

Question 8.

A. solicitor

B. investor

C. instructor

D. uniform 

Question 9.

A. hairdresser

B. greengrocer

C. entrepreneur

D. programmer 

Question 10.

A. showrooming

B. phenomenon

C. journalist

D. luxury

PART 2. GRAMMAR & VOCABULARY

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

Question 1. The store was offering great ________ on clothing during the sale.

A. receipts

B. refunds

C. price tags

D. bargains

Question 2. The ________ helped sell the luxurious beachfront properties.

A. estate agent

B. journalist

C. locksmith

D. stunt performer

Question 3. I accidentally spilled something on my favourite shirt, so I'll be taking it to the ________ to get it cleaned.

A. chemist's

B. clothes shop

C. laundrette

D. takeaway

Question 4. The ________ answered phone calls and directed them to the appropriate staff members.

A. paramedic

B. solicitor

C. receptionist

D. programmer

Question 5. The child was so excited to open their presents but tried to be ________ until Christmas morning.

A. patient

B. flexible

C. enthusiastic

D. reliable

Question 6. Alex is a ________ soccer player, playing for a local club.

A. semi-professional

B. multicolored

C. ex-student

D. postgraduate

Question 7. The staff working in the field of advertising are required to be ________ and they regularly think outside the box.

A. creative

B. rewarding

C. varied

D. well-paid

Question 8. Due to the generous salary package, employees could ________ enough money to go to luxurious shopping malls.

A. waste

B. buy

C. spend

D. afford

Question 9. With a quick response time and medical expertise, the ________ saved lives on the frontlines of emergency healthcare.

A. groundkeeper

B. paramedic

C. manufacture

D. film tagger

Question 10. I had to call a professional ________ to help me get back into my house after I locked myself out.

A. paramedic

B. estate agent

C. locksmith

D. groundkeeper

Question 11. A(n) ________ employee excels at multitasking and adapts easily to changing job requirements.

A. enthusiastic

B. flexible

C. friendly

D. hard-working

Question 12. Being a factory worker often involves ________ tasks that need to be done quickly and efficiently.

A. challenging

B. repetitive

C. rewarding

D. enthusiastic

Question 13. She wore a ________ dress that caught everyone's attention.

A. semi-professional

B. multi-colored

C. postgraduate

D. microchip

Question 14. My cousin is getting married, so I'll be going to the ________ to buy a nice engagement ring as a gift for him.

A. butcher's

B. estate agent's

C. florist's

D. jeweler's

Question 15. Always keep your ________ to track your spending and review the items you've purchased.

A. coupons

B. receipts

C. bargains

D. discounts

Question 16. I promise ________ excellent customer service to all our clients.

A. deliver

B. delivering

C. to be delivered

D. to deliver

Question 17. I went to the store to ________ the shirt I bought for a different size.

A. afford

B. charge

C. exchange

D. pay for

Question 18. The poor customer service could end up ________ the customers off.

A. to put

B. put

C. putting

D. to putting

Question 19. Despite their best efforts, the team failed ________ their sales target for the quarter.

A. achieving

B. to achieve

C. achieve

D.  achieved

Question 20. I would love to go on a luxurious vacation, but unfortunately, I cannot afford ________ a trip right now.

A. to have

B. having

C. have

D. to be having

Question 21. He can't stand ________ in long lines at the grocery store.

A. to wait

B. waiting

C. wait

D. waited

Question 22. He expects ________ his dream job soon.

A. getting

B. to get

C. get

D. gotten

Question 23. Many graduates apply ________ various companies for job opportunities.

A. for

B. in

C. to

D. at

Question 24. The applicants will have to compete ________ each other in a test of their problem-solving skills.

A. for

B. to

C. against

D. of

Question 25. She ________ her new job next Monday. She has already signed the contract.

A. has started

B. will start

C. is going to start

D. started 

Question 26. – “Have you got any plans for the weekends?”

– “Not yet, but I think I ________ a pizza for a group gathering then.”

A. will order

B. have ordered

C. used to order

D. am going to order

Question 27. He ________ several medals before he was chosen for the national team.

A. has won

B. had won

C. won

D. had been winning

Question 28. She ________ her new job next month and she's really excited about the opportunity.

A. will start

B. has started

C. starting

D. is going to start

Question 29. Alex ________ for the lottery ticket which he ________ away 3 weeks earlier.

A. was looking, threw

B. looked, threw

C. was looking, had thrown

D. looked, was throwing

Question 30. Jack has a full-time job; ________, he manages to attend evening classes.

A. for example

B. for instance

C. such as

D. in spite of this

Question 31. David was unhappy with his salary; ________, he decided to ask for a raise.

A. nevertheless

B. however

C. what's more

D. as a result

Question 32. If he received the reward, he ________ some to disabled people.

A. gave

B. should give

C. would give

D. must give

Question 33. It ________ nice to help poor people if I ________ $1 million.

A. is, should win

B. will be, could win

C. was, would win

D. would be, won

Question 34. If you like sports, many universities have teams ________ you can play at different levels.

A. which

B. that

C. where

D. whom

Question 35. ________, have become essential skills in today's workplace.

A. Problem-solving abilities, which are highly valued

B. Problem-solving abilities are highly valued

C. That problem-solving abilities are highly valued

D. Because problem-solving abilities are highly valued

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

Question 36. Alisha is trying to get funding for her research.

A. mental support

B. financial help

C. legal right

D. high profit

Question 37. The young entrepreneur started his own tech startup and quickly gained recognition in the industry.

A. paramedic

B. postgraduate

C. co-creator

D. businessman

Question 38. The contract states that payment is due upon completion of the project.

A. formal agreement

B. good entrepreneur

C. legal income

D. high profit

Question 39. Being a chef requires skills that should never be underestimated.

A. appreciated

B. undervalued

C. overcooked

D. overestimated

Question 40. Graduates have the option to fast-track their career with multiple graduate study schemes.

A. accelerate

B. pursue

C. launch

D. hinder

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

Question 41. The flexible workout routine allows for variety and adapts to your changing goals.

A. reliable

B. honest

C. fixed

D. standard

Question 42. The construction workers work their fingers to the bone every day, tirelessly building skyscrapers in the city.

A. work hard

B. work leisurely

C. work effortlessly

D. work successfully

Question 43. People in fantastic jobs often have opportunities for personal and skill development.

A. excellent

B. terrific

C. great

D. standard

Question 44. Buying a luxury sports car can definitely cost an arm and a leg.

A. be affordable

B. be expensive

C. be wasteful

D. be exchanging

Question 45. She was aware of the consequences if she accepted the loan shark’s offer.

A. denied

B. admitted

C. refused

D. avoided

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.

Question 46. Building a successful career requires dedication, perseverance, and a willing to adapt to new challenges.

A. Building

B. dedication

C. willing

D. adapt

Question 47. He would have the opportunity to earn extra money if he takes on additional projects.

A. would

B. to earn

C. he

D. additional

Question 48. I think the job market is becoming more competitive in the future, requiring individuals to acquire specialized skills.

A. the

B. is becoming

C. requiring

D. to acquire

Question 49. If students fail to prioritize their time effectively, they would miss deadlines for applications or events, resulting in missed opportunities for growth and development.

A. prioritize

B. would

C. resulting

D. for

Question 50. Many interns often express their exhaustion and say that they are tired of assigning lots of duties during their internship.

A. express

B. assigning

C. duties

D. internship

PART 3. LISTENING

Task 1: Listen to an interview about how to get a job. Are the sentences true (T) or false (F)?

Bài nghe:

Question 1. Sue says that most people want to do a job with a high salary.	____
Question 2. Her advice is to write your job application after doing research on the company.	____
Question 3. She believes that all employers are only interested in your qualifications.	____
Question 4. She says that you should prepare answers to interview questions in advance.	____
Question 5. Her advice is to be honest in the interview.	____

 Task 2: Listen to four people talking about their lifestyles and attitudes to money. Match the speakers (1–4) with the statements (A–E). There is one extra statement (Write “X”.)

Bài nghe:

A Speaker ___ would prefer not to work for too many years.

B Speaker ___ gets fresh ingredients from very close to where they live.

C Speaker ___ prefers not to buy new things.

D Speaker ___ says they aren’t very good at saving money.

E Speaker ___ sometimes doesn’t spend any money for a whole day.

PART 4. SPEAKING & WRITING

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best completes each of the following exchanges.

Question 1. Customer: “Is this product on discount?”

Sale assistant: “________”

A. Oh, yes. Coupons are necessary.

B. I’m afraid not.

C. Maybe you like it?

D. I think it’s expensive.

Question 2. John: “Effective leaders are often known for being good at communicating with their teams.”

Terry: “________”

A. I couldn’t agree with you more.

B. It’s quite challenging.

C. I’m quite physically fit.

D. They are reliable.

Question 3. Peter: "Thanks for helping me with my assignment!"

John: "________. I am happy to help you."

A. Well, I hope so

B. Yes, it’s very interesting 

C. Don’t mention it

D. Just by chance.

Question 4. Karen: "Hey, ________ "

Sarah: "Pretty good, I've just finished the midterm test."

A. have you got any ideas for the celebration?   

B. could you please tell me your plan.

C. are you aware of the importance of saving up?

D. how have you been doing?

Question 5. In a restaurant

Waiter: ________

Jimmy: Yes, I’d like tomato soup as a starter followed by chicken curry for main course, please.

A. What do you want?

B. Are you ready to order?

C. Can you order?

D. You’re in order.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best arrangement of the sentences to make a meaningful exchanges or text in each of the following questions.

Question 6.

a. Sean: Radio DJ, fireman, journalist, yoga teacher, baker ... they weren’t all in one place, of course, so I had to travel a lot.

b. Interviewer: Did you take any holiday?

c. Interviewer: What kind of jobs did you do?

A. c – a – b

B. a – b – c

C. b – c – a

D. c – b – a

Question 7.

a. Shop assistant: We’ve got it in white, black, red and purple. What size do you want?

b. Shop assistant: Can I help you?

c. Customer: Yes, have you got this T-shirt in other colours?

A. a – c – b

B. a – b – c

C. b – c – a

D. c – b – a

Question 8.

a. Examiner: Well, what about the job of sales assistant?

b. Examiner: Some people like the idea of being outside in the fresh air all day.

c. Examiner: So, we have three jobs available this summer. Have you had a chance to look at them?

d. Candidate: Yes, I have. I’m not sure about the job of fruit-picker Although it’s well-paid, it’ll be very tiring. You have to work all day in the fields. Not only that, it might be rainy too, so you’ll get very wet and cold.

e. Candidate: I know, but I prefer working inside.

A. c – e – b – d – a

B. a – e – b – d – c

C. c – d – b – e – a

D. b – d – c – e – a

Question 9.

a. Ben: Yeah, I applied for a waiter job at that new Italian restaurant downtown. The pay is okay and I can get free meals sometimes!

b. Anna: That sounds fun! Do you think you'll get it?

c. Anna: Hey Ben, are you still looking for a summer job? I just got one as a lifeguard at the community pool.

d. Ben: Fingers crossed! What about you? How's the lifeguard gig going?

e. Anna: It's great so far – lots of sun and I get to help people, but the training was intense. I hope you get the waiter spot too!

A. c – a – b – d – e

B. c – d – a – b – e

C. a – c – b – d – e

D. c – b – d – a – e

Question 10.

a. Mai: If you choose that plan, how will you handle unexpected expenses?

b. Tuan: True. I’d rather start with small changes than force myself too much.

c. Mai: I’ve listed three ways you could save money this month. Which one interests you most?

d. Tuan: I checked them. The “no-spend week” sounds effective, but it might be hard because I still need to pay for transport and lunch. Also, my friends often invite me out, so I may break the rule.

e. Mai: Many people succeed by setting weekly limits instead of cutting everything at once.

A. c – d – a – e – b

B. c – e – d – a – b

C. e – c – d – b – a

D. c – d – e – b – a

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.

Question 11. He contributes greatly to the job, but he can’t earn enough to afford himself.

A. Because he contributes greatly to the job, he can’t earn enough to afford himself.

B. He can’t earn enough to afford himself although he contributes greatly to the job.

C. He contributes greatly to the job and he can’t earn enough to afford himself.

D. He can’t earn enough to afford himself, so he contributes greatly to the job.

Question 12. If I had enough funds, I would start my own tech startup.

A. I had enough funds, and I was going to start my own tech startup.

B. I didn’t start my own tech startup because I didn’t have enough funds.

C. I don’t have enough funds, so I don’t start my own tech startup.

D. Although I have enough funds, I don’t start my own tech startup.

Question 13. The shop is starting a promotional campaign, that’s why there are lots of bargains.

A. There wouldn’t be lots of bargains if the shop wasn’t starting a promotional campaign.

B. The shop wouldn’t be starting a promotional campaign if there weren’t lots of bargains.

C. There won’t be lots of bargains if the shop hadn’t been starting a promotional campaign.

D. The shop wouldn’t have been starting a promotional campaign if there aren’t lots of bargains.

Question 14. I finally found my lost coupon, but there were no stocks left at the greengrocer’s.

A. I had found my lost coupon before there were no stocks left at the greengrocer’s.

B. When there no stocks left at the greengrocer’s, I was finding my lost coupon.

C. There were no stocks left at the greengrocer’s by the time I had finally found my lost coupon.

D. By the time I found my lost coupon, there had been no stocks left at the greengrocer’s.

Question 15. If I knew her phone number, I would call her now.

A. I know her phone number, so I can call her now.

B. I wish I knew her phone number so that I could call her now.

C. I called her because I knew her phone number.

D. I wish I had known her phone number, so I could have called her then.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following questions.

Question 16. She cooked a meal. It impressed everyone.

A. The meal which she cooked impressed everyone.

B. She cooked a meal, who impressed everyone.

C. She impressed everyone the meal she cooked.

D. She cooked a meal and impressed everyone.

Question 17. He serves his internship at a company. It is a multinational organization.

A. He serves his internship at a company, which is a multinational organization.

B. The company where he serves his internship at is a multinational organization.

C. The company which he serves an internship at is a multinational organization.

D. He serves his internship which is a multinational organization at a company.

Question 18. Peter took a holiday job. He could afford his university education.

A. Although Peter took a holiday job, he could hardly afford his tertiary education.

B. Peter took a holiday job, moreover, he could afford his tertiary education.

C. Peter could afford his university education as he took a holiday job.

D. Because of the holiday job Peter took, he failed to afford his tertiary education.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best arrangement of the sentences to make a meaningful exchanges or text in each of the following questions.

Question 19.

Dear Sir or Madam,

a. I believe I can help customers find the books they need and keep the store clean and organized.

b. I am writing to apply for a part-time job at your bookstore during the summer holidays.

c. I am a Grade 10 student who loves reading and would enjoy working in an environment surrounded by books. I am responsible, friendly, and eager to learn new skills.

d. Thank you for considering my application, and I look forward to the opportunity to work with you.

Sincerely,

Nguyen Minh Anh

A. c – b – a – d

B. c – d – a – b

C. b – c – a – d

D. a – d – b – c

Question 20.

 Dear Sir or Madam,

a. Could you please help me check the transaction and refund the extra amount?

b. I have attached a photo of the receipt and I can return to the store with the products if needed.

c. I am contacting you about an issue with my bill at your store yesterday.

d. Thank you for your support. I look forward to your reply.

e. When I checked the receipt at home, I noticed I was charged for two items that I only bought once.

Sincerely,

Nguyen Hoang Nam

A. c – e – a – b – d

B. e – c – b – a – d

C. c – b – e – a – d

D. b – c – e – a – d

Question 21.

a. There was a promotion that day and I got a 10% discount. I forgot the receipt, so I went back to get it and the assistant gave me a free case to keep them in.

b. It’s a great shop that only sells sunglasses.

c. Last week, I bought some really cool sunglasses from a shop in my town called Eyewear.

d. There are a lot of styles to choose from but I chose these ones because I just loved them!

Great customer service!

Maksim, Russia

A. c – b – a – d

B. c – d – a – b

C. b – c – a – d

D. c – b – d – a

Question 22.

a. They also teach people how to prevent fires and stay safe.

b. They often work in emergencies, so they must be quick and ready at any time.

c. A firefighter is a brave person who helps put out fires and saves people from dangerous situations.

d. Firefighters use special equipment like hoses, ladders, and protective clothing to do their job safely.

e. Being a firefighter is a hard but meaningful job because it helps protect lives and property.

A. d – c – e – b – a

B. c – b – d – a – e

C. d – a – c – b – e

D. e – c – a – d – b

Question 23.

a. Through his experience, he learned more about himself and helped others think about what really matters in a career.

b. Sean traveled across North America to complete his challenge.

c. Sean Aiken is a Canadian man who tried 52 different jobs in 52 weeks.

d. He started this project to find a career he was passionate about.

e. Some of his jobs included firefighter, teacher, baker, and even a movie producer.

f. He wrote a book about his journey called The One-Week Job Project.

A. c – e – f – a – d – b

B. c – f – b – d – a – e

C. c – d – e – a – f – b

D. c – d – e – b – f – a

Question 24.

a. For example, buyers cannot see or try the product before purchasing, and sometimes they have to wait a long time for delivery.

b. Many people enjoy shopping online because it is convenient and saves time.

c. However, shopping online also has some downsides.

d. With just a few clicks, they can buy products from around the world without leaving their homes.

e. Online stores are open 24/7, and customers can read reviews to help decide what to buy.

In addition, returning products can be difficult or expensive.

A. d – c  – e – b  – a

B. b – d – e – c – a

C. d – a – c – b – e

D. e – c – a – d – b

Question 25.

a. People like Amazon because it offers a huge variety of products and fast delivery.

b. It was started by Jeff Bezos in 1994 as a small online bookstore but quickly expanded to sell almost anything, from clothes and electronics to food and furniture.

c. Many small businesses sell their products on Amazon to reach more customers.

d. Amazon is one of the biggest online shopping platforms in the world.

e. Today, Amazon is a place where millions of people shop every day from the comfort of their homes.

f. It also has services like Amazon Prime, which gives free shipping and access to movies, music, and books.

A. d – b – c – e – f – a

B. d – b – c – e – a – f   

C. d – b – a – e – f – c

D. d – b – a – f – c – e 

PART 5. READING

Read the following adverts 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.

Job adverts

Do you like cars? Are you friendly and do you like chatting with people? Would you like to (1) _____ £200 a day selling cars? If you answered yes (2) _____ the above questions, we’d like you to be on our team! (Driving licence required.) Company Motor Ground is a car sales company that buys and sells used cars. Location Chennai, India.

We’re looking for (3) _____ marketing manager to manage an international team. Ability (4) ____ English necessary. Salary is £50,000 a year. Company Groovy is a (5) _____ that has shops in countries across Europe. Location Munich, Germany

French teacher wanted to teach children between the ages of 3 and 12. Applicants must have teaching experience. £15 per hour. Company LinguaFun is a language school (6) _____ offers modern language classes to students of all ages. Location Singapore

Question 1.

A. take

B. make

C. bring

D. send

Question 2.

A. at

B. for

C. to

D. in

Question 3.

A. a

B. an

C. the

D. no article

Question 4.

A. speak

B. speaking

C. speaks

D. to speak

Question 5.

A. company German clothes

B. German company clothes                                      

C. German clothes company

D. company clothes German

Question 6.

A. who

B. that

C. where 

D. when

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 of the numbered blanks.

Teenagers and Part-Time Jobs for Pocket Money

Many teenagers want to earn their own money. In the UK, about 15% of teens have a part-time job. These jobs can help them get more money than (7) ______ parents give. Popular jobs include babysitting, delivering newspapers, working in shops, or helping in a café.

In most places, only teenagers aged 13 or (8) ______ can have a job. On school days, they can work up to two hours, but not during school lessons. On weekends or during school holidays, they can work longer hours.

The minimum (9) ______ for under-18s is lower than for adults – but teens still earn money they can use or save. Common hourly rates are around £3–4 per hour.

Having a part-time job teaches teenagers important skills. They can learn responsibility, time (10) ______, and how to look after their own money. For example, some save what they earn in a bank account, (11) ______ others still use a piggy bank at home.

Many teens use their pocket money or earned wages to buy things like mobile phones, games, or new clothes. But some also save for the future. Whether from chores, parents, or part-time work, managing money is a step toward becoming (12) ______.

Question 7.

A. what

B. when

C. how

D. who

Question 8.

A. fewer

B. less

C. older

D. elder

Question 9.

A. money

B. wage

C. fee

D. amount

Question 10.

A. supervise

B. control

C. management

D. support

Question 11.

A. while

B. because

C. although

D. if

Question 12.

A. undependable

B. dependent

C. dependable

D. independent

Read the following blogs 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.

How to Be a Crafty Customer

Do you sometimes feel you spend too much money when you go shopping? Being a crafty customer means (13) ______. It helps you save money, get good deals, and avoid wasting your cash on things you don’t really need. Here are some tips to help you shop wisely.

1. Make a shopping list

Before you go shopping, write down exactly what you need. If you have a list, (14) ______. This is especially important when shopping for food, because supermarkets often tempt you with snacks and sweets.

2. Set a budget

Decide how much money you can spend before you go to the shop. If you set a limit, you’ll think twice before buying something expensive. (15) ______ before the end of the month.

3. Compare prices

Don’t buy the first item you see. Look at prices in different shops or online. Sometimes, the same product can be much cheaper elsewhere. Being patient and comparing prices can save you a lot of money.

4. Wait before buying

If you see something you really want but don’t need right away, wait a few days before buying it. (16) ______, and you realise you don’t actually need it.

5. Take advantage of discounts

Look for sales, coupons, or student discounts. These can make products much cheaper. But remember—buy something only if you really need it, not just (17) ______.

6. Avoid emotional shopping

Sometimes we shop when we are bored, sad, or stressed. This can make us buy unnecessary things. If you feel this way, try going for a walk, meeting a friend, or doing a hobby instead. Being a crafty customer is about thinking before you spend. If you plan ahead and shop carefully, you’ll save money and still get what you need.

Question 13.

A. being smart and careful when buying things

B. to shop in the busiest store in your area

C. to buy as much as you can in one day

D. spending money without thinking

Question 14.

A. you’ll always spend more than you planned

B. you’re less likely to buy extra things

C. you won’t remember what you came for

D. you’ll be able to visit more shops

Question 15.

A. Then will make you buy everything you see  

B. Which will make you spend more quickly

C. This can stop you from running out of money

D. This can help you borrow more from friends

Question 16.

A. Waiting makes shopping more stressful

B. Often, the desire to buy disappears after some time

C. Always, you will always want it even more

D. The price will always go up

Question 17.

A. if it’s very cheap

B. because it’s on sale

C. because someone told you not to

D. when you have no money

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions.

Germany’s Green Jobs: Working for a Cleaner Future

Germany has become a leader in creating green jobs – careers connected to protecting the environment and combating climate change. Thanks to its energy transition, known as the Energiewende, Germany aims to be greenhouse‑gas neutral by 2045. More and more jobs now exist in fields like renewable energy, eco‑mobility (e‑cars, public transport), and sustainable building technology.

In 2024, around 372,500 job openings in Germany were related to solar, wind, and related energy industries – double the number from 2019. Despite this, there is a shortage: Germany still needs more skilled workers to reach its clean‑energy goals. In fact, it faces a gap of up to 300,000 skilled workers by 2030 to install solar panels, maintain wind turbines, or provide energy‑efficiency services.

Broadly, over 3.4 million people currently work in GreenTech roles in Germany. That means more than 7 % of the workforce is employed in environment‑related industries – such as renewable energy, waste recycling, energy efficiency, and sustainable transport. These jobs reflect a major shift: Germany’s economy now includes everything from electricians fitting solar systems to engineers planning green cities.

What kinds of careers are available? Many workers are in hands‑on roles like installers for photovoltaic panels, wind‑turbine technicians, and HVAC (heating, ventilation, air‑conditioning) specialists. Engineers – such as environmental engineers, energy consultants, and mechatronics experts – are vital too. Even IT specialists, like data scientists and software developers, play roles in optimizing smart grids and energy control systems.

Training for green jobs happens in two main ways. Germany’s famous dual education system combines vocational training (apprenticeships) with classroom learning. Universities also offer degrees in environmental engineering, renewable energy technology, and related fields. Professional certifications from industry groups like BSW‑Solar or BWE can strengthen job prospects. By choosing a green career in Germany, students can help the world in real, practical ways – designing sustainable energy systems, improving air quality, and supporting global climate efforts. If you enjoy solving technical problems and care about the planet, perhaps a green job could be your future path.

Question 18. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an example of a green job in the passage?

A. Installing solar panels

B. Building wind turbines

C. Managing a fast-food restaurant

D. Developing smart energy software

Question 19. Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 2?

"In fact, it faces a gap of up to 300,000 skilled workers by 2030 to install solar panels, maintain wind turbines, or provide energy‑efficiency services."

A. Germany will need fewer workers in the future because technology will do the job.

B. Germany already has enough skilled workers in all environmental areas.

C. Germany will need many more trained people to work in green energy fields by 2030.

D. Germany will stop building solar panels and wind turbines by 2030.

Question 20. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

A. Only university students can get green jobs in Germany.

B. Germany has over 3 million people working in green jobs.

C. Green jobs are mostly available in agriculture and fishing.

D. Green jobs are no longer growing in Germany.

Question 21. The word this in paragraph 2 refers to ______.

A. Germany’s clean energy goals                      

B. the rapid growth in jobs in renewable energy

C. the shortage of skilled workers

D. the role of solar and wind industries

Question 22. The word optimizing in paragraph 4 is OPPOSITE in meaning to ______.

A. improving

B. worsening

C. organizing

D. operating

Question 23. The phrasal verb hands-on in paragraph 4 could best be replaced by ______.

A. boring

B. theoretical

C. practical

D. dangerous

Question 24. In which paragraph does the writer mention multiple paths to enter the environmental sector for students?

A. Paragraph 2

B. Paragraph 4

C. Paragraph 5

D. Paragraph 3

Question 25. In which paragraph does the writer highlight a significant change in the country’s economy toward eco-friendly sectors?

A. Paragraph 1

B. Paragraph 2

C. Paragraph 3

D. Paragraph 4

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions.

Destiny Snow is a remarkable young entrepreneur from Atlanta. At just 15 years old, she launched her own online beauty business called SnowGlam Collection. She started with only $600, and spent it on product labels, packaging, and a website to sell her beauty products. In November 2019, she opened her store and began her journey as a business owner.

[I] In the beginning, Destiny’s sales were slow – just 10 to 20 orders a month. [II] After pausing her business, Destiny spent time learning marketing strategies and understanding customers. [III] She read books, watched videos, and changed her marketing plan. [IV]

Using her new strategy, Destiny started working with social media influencers. One day in 2021, influencer Ari Fletcher tagged Destiny’s products on Instagram. Almost instantly, her phone began receiving order notifications. By the end of that day, she had made over $65,000 in sales and had gained more than 3,000 followers.

Thanks to this successful promotion, her business grew quickly. Destiny reached over $1 million in sales in two years. She credits her mother as her role model and inspiration. Growing up, she watched her mother run businesses and learned from her example.

Destiny didn’t let school or the COVID-19 pandemic stop her. In fact, being home during the pandemic allowed her to focus on her business while she was homeschooled.

Today, SnowGlam Collection sells a variety of beauty products – including hair tools, cosmetics, and eBooks that help other young people learn about business. Destiny shows that with creativity, hard work, and smart marketing, even a teenager can build a successful business. Maybe you, too, can follow in her footsteps one day!

Question 26. Where in paragraph 1 does the following sentence best fit?

She realized that selling only to friends and family was not enough.

A. [I]

B. [II]

C. [III]

D. [IV]

Question 27. Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in the last paragraph?

Almost instantly, her phone began receiving order notifications.

A. She started to design her website immediately.

B. She began getting sales alerts right away.

C. She slowly received orders over several weeks.

D. She stopped getting messages from customers.

Question 28. The word credits could be best replaced by _______.

A. blames

B. thanks

C. admires

D. ignores

Question 29. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

A. Destiny’s first sales were very high from the start.

B. She learned marketing strategies before opening her business.

C. An influencer helped her increase her sales dramatically.

D. She stopped her business permanently after the first year.

Question 30. The word variety in paragraph 4 is OPPOSITE in meaning to _______.

A. mixture

B. diversity

C. selection 

D. sameness

Question 31. Which of the following is NOT TRUE about the passage?

A. Destiny started her business with $6,000.

B. She was inspired by her mother.

C. She used social media marketing to promote her products.

D. She continued running her business during the pandemic.

Question 32. Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?

A. Social media can play an important role in business success.

B. Young people cannot run successful businesses.

C. Customers only buy from famous brands.

D. Online businesses cannot survive without physical stores.

Question 33. Which of the following best summarizes the passage?

A. An Atlanta teen grew a $600 beauty startup into a million-dollar business.

B. A young girl from Atlanta gained recognition for her cooking skills and opened a restaurant.

C. A teenage business owner achieved success after receiving her mother’s assistance.

D. An Atlanta student launched a sportswear label that quickly spread online.

Question 34. The word her in the reading passage refers to ______.

A. Destiny

B. business’

C. model’s

D. Destiny’s mother’s

Question 35. Which of the following best summarizes the last paragraph?

A. SnowGlam Collection sells cosmetics, hair tools, and eBooks for young learners.

B. Destiny Snow proves that teens can succeed with creativity, effort, and smart marketing.

C. An Atlanta teenager transformed her interest in beauty into a successful brand.

D. Destiny Snow’s entrepreneurial story motivates others to launch their own businesses.

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Phòng Giáo dục và Đào tạo ...

Đề thi Giữa kì 2 Tiếng Anh 10

Bộ sách: Friends Global

Năm học ...

Thời gian: .... phút

LISTENING

I. LISTEN to audio 2.14 about 2 summer holiday job interviews and FILL IN THE BLANKS behind the correct situations (1-4) with Tom (A) or Katie (B).

1.got along well with colleagues.   ___________

2.loved working outdoors.              ___________

3.worked with children.                  ___________

4.applied for a repetitive job.         ___________

II. LISTEN to audio 2.20 about two job-related stories. WRITE T (True) or F (False) for the following statements (1-6).

1.Andrew planned to apply to a film school after graduation.

2.He was employed at Legoland Discovery Centre in Illinois right after sending his video of himself making models.       

3.He never excelled at playing Lego.       

4.Some film providers like Netflix hire people for research purposes.         

5.Joe was employed due to his eloquent French speaking.      

6.Joe can choose whatever he wants to watch.  

LANGUAGE FOCUS

I. Complete the sentences with the verbs in brackets. Use one verb in the past simple and one in the past perfect.

1. The film ___________ (start) when we _________ (arrive) at the cinema because we were very late.

2. Mum ____________ (find) my homework after I ___________ (go) to school.

3. When Sharon ___________ (get) to the bus stop, she realised that the bus ____________ (leave) a few minutes earlier.

4. After Dad ___________ (come) home from work, we _________ (eat) dinner together.

5. When I __________ (call) my grandma, she ____________ (not receive) my letter.

II. Choose the word /phrase (A, B, C or D) that best fits the blank space in each sentence

1. Natalie is __________ have a baby next month.

A. go to   

B. goes to   

C. going             

D. going to

2. __________ you going to cook dinner?

A. Will                      

B. Are                        

C. Do                                     

D. What

3. Look at that truck! It__________________ .

A. will crash             

B. is go to crash       

C. is going to crash              

D. is will crash

4. “The doorbell is ringing”. - “OK, I______________ it.”

A. answer                  

B. will answer          

C. am answering                  

D. answered

5. Don't sit on that bench. I  ______________.

A. am going to paint it                                

B. painting it                        

C. paint it                                                      

D. will paint it

III. Are relative clauses below defining or non- defining? Write D(defining) or ND(non-defining) at the end of the sentences. 

1.Last week he got a phone call from his father, who he hadn’t spoken to in years.

2.My birthday, which was my 28th, turned out to be a wonderful day!

3.This is the place where I saw him the last time.

4.That's the man whose daughter has won the lottery.

5.The Ferrari sport car, which cost more than 20,000 dollars, was a present from his family.

READING

I. Read the text and FILL IN THE BLANKS behind the situations with A(Andrew) or B(Joe).

The best job in the world???

A. Back in 2012, Andrew Johnson planned to apply to a film school after graduation, rather than look for a job. But then his dad noticed an advertisement for a job with toy manufacturer Lego. Andrew, who was already a Lego fan, sent in an application. It included a video of himself making models. The company loved it and invited him to participate in an unusual interview. He had to compete against seven other finalists in a model-building test. Andrew won. As a result, he was employed at Legoland Discovery Centre in Illinois as a Master Model Builder. “Lego was just a hobby, but now I can do what I love and get paid for it,” said Andrew happily in an interview.

B. Some film providers like Netflix employ people to watch new films and TV series, then ask them to make a note of what type of film it is (horror, rom-com, etc.), what age group and type of person might like it. The film provider can then recommend it to their members. Joe Mason finished his degree in film studies about two years ago and didn’t know what to do next. Then he read an article about film taggers. The job was so fantastic, and he wrote to Netflix. At first, they weren’t interested, but when Joe told them he speaks fluent French, they gave him a job. He watches French films and TV programmes. “It’s a great job because I can have flexible working hours,” said he. The only problem with the job is that Joe can’t choose what he wants to watch.

1.Have flexible working time. ___________

2.Got employed after gaining victory in a competition. ___________

3.Received a job which is relevant to his hobby. _________

4.Found the job through an advert introduced by a relative. ____________

5.“Watching movies” was included in job description. _____________

II. Choose the word or phrase among A, B, C or D that best fits the blank space in the following passage.

China’s child labour is a huge problem, and there is (1) _________ evidence that it is increasing in China. 2. Although there is no official figure on the number of children working in China, it is (2) __________ by many that of the 10 million children out of school, over 5 million are working in factories. It was reported in Sichuan, China’s most (3) __________ province, that 85% of children who drop out of school are working elsewhere. Even in some less populated (4)__________ provinces, over 20% of the work force is made up of children. Also, in the last few years, the rate of children kidnapped has increased rapidly. It is believed that the children kidnapped are sold off to factories to work. For example, in 1994, about 48 Chinese brick-shop-workers kidnapped over 100 children. It is known that forty of those children were forced to work 10 hours a day, but with no (5) __________. China’s child labour cannot be overlooked.

1.A.clean   B.clear  C.transparent D.through

2.A.estimated  B.estimate  C.estimating D.estimation

3.A.crowded B.popular   C.populated  D.popularity

4.A.country  B.city       C.village    D.rural

5.A.wage   B.salary      C.reward    D.All of them

WRITING

A website is offering one lucky person the chance to win £5,000 to spend in their favourite shop. To enter the competition, you need to write an essay about the following things. (5 points)

•Say what your favourite shop is and explain why.

• Choose what you would buy if you won the money.

•Say who you would take with you on the shopping trip.

•Describe your attitude to spending money.

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