Đề thi tiếng Anh lớp 10 giữa học kì 1 năm 2020 - 2021

Find the word which has a different sound in the part underlined.

Choose the word which has s different stress pattern from the others

Fill in each blank with the correct word/ phrase from the box

headache; share; fever; heavy; lifting; sneeze;

hurts; nurture; groceries; toothache; homemaker;

5. If your partner has agreed to buy the ______, you might plan the week’s meals and make the shopping list.

6. We should pay attention to the conditions that ________ and strengthen early childhood development and health across the life course.

7. Past studies have shown that couples who ________ household chores report feeling happier overall.

8. I have watched my husband and children take over much of my role as a __________.

9. Men and boys do most of the ________in the family.

10. Have you got a tissue? I think I’m going to ______.

11. I played tennis for two hours yesterday and now my arm ________.

12. My daughter feels very hot. I think she’s got a _________.

13. My mouth really hurts because I’ve got _____.

14. Can you turn the music down please because I’ve got a (an)            .

Fill in the blank with the appropriate form of the word in brackets.

15. A mother’s love can be as _________as breastfeeding. (benefit)

16. In the traditional Japanese family system, the entire estate of the family, and the            assets are transferred from the father to the eldest son. (finance)

17. Mrs. White spoke __________of her husband because he didn’t share anything with household chores. (criticize)

18. My aunt works               hard to support her family because her husband died in a car accident a year ago. (enormous)

19. When we have some trouble in our family, we should have family meetings to work out a _______. (solve)

Fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs in brackets.

20. Ms. Lan is not in the office today. She (work) at home today.

21. Don’t forget your umbrella. It (rain) again.

22. In Viet Nam, children (look) after their old parents.

23. Can I look at the newspaper now? (you/ read) it?

24. Can I phone you back? We (have) dinner.

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

Working Mothers

In the United States today, more than half of mothers with young children work, compared to about one third in the 1970s. Women have been moving into the workplace not only for career (25) ________  but also for the income.

In many families today, mothers continue to work because they have careers that they have spent years developing. Some women (26) ________ to work soon after giving birth because they know that most employers are not sympathetic to working mothers who wish to take time off to be with their young children.

Some people still think that a “good mother” is one who (27) ________work to stay at home with their children. However, no scientific evidence says children are harmed when their mothers work. A child who is emotionally well adjusted, well loved, and well cared for will thrive regardless of whether the mother works outside the home.

In most families with working mothers, each person (28)________ a more active role in the household. The children tend to look at one another and help in other ways. The father as a (29)________ is more likely to help with household chores and child rearing. These positive outcomes are most likely when the working mother feels valued and supported by family, friends and coworkers.

Read the passage, and choose the correct answer A, B, C or D for each question.

Reflexology is a natural treatment dating to ancient times. It is based on the idea that there are zones, or areas, in the feet and hands that are related to other parts and systems of the body. For example, the tips of the toes or fingers are related to head and neck, and the ball of the foot is related to the heart and chest. A reflexologist applies pressure to specific areas in a patient’s feet and hands to relieve symptoms or pain in other related areas.

This type of treatment does not cure or diagnose specific health problem, and it does not involve any medication. Yet many find that it successfully relieves symptoms of stress and disease. Reflexology is effective for pain, headaches, and sleeping difficulties, among other ailments. Applying pressure to the feet and hands relieves tension, improves blood circulation, and relaxes muscles. It promotes the natural, healthy functions and well-being of the entire body. Reflexology is often used along with other types of treatments, including conventional medicine.

This gentle therapy is safe and simple. A reflexologist’s only tools are his or her hands. Pressure is strong, but not uncomfortable. It’s not uncommon for patients to fall asleep during treatments.

A typical treatment session lasts one hour. Treatment is usually focused on the feet for most of the session. A patient is asked to remove his or her shoes and socks, to sit in a comfortable reclining chair, and then to relax as the reflexologist warms the patient’s feet with his or her hands and applies pressure to the appropriate parts of the foot. The last ten minutes of the session are dedicated to the hands.

After relieving specific problems, many patients continue a regular programme of treatment to maintain good health. Some reflexologists suggest building at least a five – minute reflexology session into every day for long – term relief of stress and pain.

30. Reflexology is a natural treatment which is based on the idea that.......................

A. there are zones or areas in the feet and hands that are related to any parts of the body

B. the pressure in certain areas in the feet and hands will affect other parts of the body

C. we can apply pressure to specific areas in a patient’s feet and hands to cure diseases

D. pressure on the ball of the foot can cure heart diseases and chest pain

31. All of the following may be the benefits of reflexology EXCEPT...................

A. giving up using other conventional treatments

B. improving blood circulation

C. relieving tension, pain, sleepless

D. relaxing muscles

32. Reflexology offers the therapy that is...............

A. simple and uncomfortable

B. gentle and uncomfortable

C. safe and comfortable

D. too strong but safe

33. In a typical session of reflexology, about .............. is spent on the feet.

A. one hour

B. fifty minutes

C. ten minutes

D. half the time