Đề thi HSG Tiếng Anh 9 cấp thành phố Đà Nẵng 2025-2026 & đáp án chính thức

SỞ GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO THÀNH PHỐ ĐÀ NẴNG

KỲ THI CHỌN HỌC SINH GIỎI CẤP THÀNH PHỐ NĂM HỌC 2025 – 2026

HƯỚNG DẪN CHẤM MÔN TIẾNG ANH 9

SECTION A: LISTENING (20pts)

I. Interview with Sally Myers (5pts)

1. B 

2. C 

3. C 

4. D 

5. A 

II. Careers fair – Complete the form (10pts)

1. recent graduates 

2. long-term unemployed 

3. change jobs 

4. over 200 

5. 133 

6. representatives 

7. professional CV 

8. January 6 

9. 9.30 / 9:30 

10. exhibition area 

III. Birth order – True/False (5pts)

1. False 

2. True 

3. False 

4. True 

5. True 

SECTION B: USE OF ENGLISH (30pts)

I. Multiple choice (10pts)

1. D 

2. A 

3. B 

4. C 

5. A 

6. A 

7. B 

8. B 

9. D 

10. A 

11. C 

12. C 

13. A 

14. D 

15. A 

16. C 

17. A 

18. D 

19. B 

20. B 

II. One word for all three sentences (10pts)

1. take 

2. speech 

3. view 

4. cool 

5. released 

6. positive 

7. draw 

8. issue 

9. sharp 

10. shift 

III. Phrasal verbs (5pts)

1. stems from 

2. called off 

3. phase out 

4. ran into 

5. put up 

6. accounts for 

7. fell through 

8. filling in 

9. get by 

10. turned down 

IV. Word forms (5pts)

1. handful 

2. socialising / socializing 

3. additives 

4. comparatively 

5. successive 

6. bravery 

7. unconvincing 

8. inequality 

9. emotionally 

10. outnumbered 

SECTION C: READING COMPREHENSION (30pts)

I. Fill in the blanks – Multiple choice (10pts)

1. B 

2. A 

3. C 

4. D 

5. A 

6. B 

7. D 

8. C 

9. C 

10. A 

II. Fill each gap – One word (10pts)

1. under 

2. leave 

3. result / consequence 

4. However / Nevertheless / Nonetheless / Yet 

5. without / not 

6. leads 

7. look 

8. run / term 

9. dealing 

10. so 

III. Passage questions – Multiple choice (10pts)

1. A 

2. D 

3. A 

4. C 

5. B 

6. C 

7. C 

8. B 

9. A 

10. D 

SECTION D: WRITING (20pts)

I. Sentence transformation – Similar meaning (5pts)

1. If Christina hadn't missed the flight this morning, she would be here to give the presentation now. 

2. Contrary to your thought / belief / opinion / what you think, fat people are not always jolly. 

3. It looks as if / though the houses in this area were unoccupied. 

4. My younger brother has no intention of finding a part-time job this summer. 

5. The artist is believed to have been influenced by her travels in Asia. 

II. Sentence transformation – Using the given word (5pts)

1. It was not until the teacher explained the results that the children realised how hard the exam was. 

2. At no time do the two sides reach an agreement. 

3. Tony is not on good terms with his colleagues. 

4. The odds of the team winning the championship this year are very slim. 

5. He finally got in(to) the swing of the new working condition. 

III. Writing paragraph (10pts)

Topic: Plastic pollution has become a global crisis. What should individuals and nations do to tackle this problem?

Marking criteria:

• Content (30%): Clearly presents solutions, gives examples. 

• Organization & Presentation (30%): Logical structure, clear topic and concluding sentences. 

• Language (30%): Variety of vocabulary and grammar, correct use of tenses, articles, prepositions. 

• Punctuation, Spelling, Handwriting (10%): Correct punctuation, no spelling mistakes, legible handwriting. 

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SỞ GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO

THÀNH PHỐ ĐÀ NẴNG

(Đề thi có 08 trang) KỲ THI CHỌN HỌC SINH GIỎI CẤP THÀNH PHỐ

NĂM HỌC 2025 – 2026

Môn thi: TIẾNG ANH 9

Ngày thi: 24/03/2026

Thời gian làm bài: 150 phút, không kể thời gian phát đề

SECTION A: LISTENING

• The listening section is in THREE parts. You will hear each part TWICE. At the beginning of each part, you will hear a sound.

• There will be a piece of music at the beginning and at the end of the listening section. You will have TWO minutes to check your answers at the end of the listening section.

• All the other instructions are included in the recording.

I. Listen to part of an interview with a girl called Sally Myers, whose first book has recently been published. Choose the answer (A, B, C or D) which fits best according to what you hear. Write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes provided.

1. Why did Sally decide to write her first book?

A. People said her stories were good. B. Her pen-friend suggested it.

C. She wanted to become a famous writer. D. Her family bought her a diary.

2. Why didn’t Sally’s Dad want her to send her book to a publisher?

A. He thought the book was not good enough.

B. He had helped her to write it.

C. He was worried that they wouldn’t be interested.

D. He wanted her to send it to another publisher.

3. Sally felt __________ when the company phoned her Mum.

A. very excited B. really calm C. extremely surprised D. less anxious

4. Sally says that thanks to her book, __________.

A. she can earn a lot of money B. she spends less time with her friends

C. she has changed her daily life a lot D. she is in contact with new people

5. What does Sally say about her next book?

A. It will be about something all children experience.   

B. It will describe her fear as a young writer.

C. It will be quite different from her first one.

D. It will explain how to reply to kids’ letters.

II. Listen to part of a television programme about a careers fair and complete the form. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER taken from the recording for each answer. Write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes provided.

CAREERS FAIR INFORMATION FORM

Target visitors

• Mainly for:

♦ Final-year college students

♦ (1) __________

• Also suitable for:

♦ (2) __________ looking for advice about returning to work

♦ People expecting to (3) __________

Companies attending

• Number of companies this year: (4) __________

• Number of companies last year: (5) __________

Activities

• Talks by careers officers and company (6) __________

• Workshops on:

♦ Writing a (7) __________

♦ Developing interview skills

Event details

• Dates: (8) __________ to January 10

• Opening time: (9) __________ am

• Food and drink not allowed in main (10) __________

III. Listen to Dr. Angela Keats talking about the influence of birth order. Decide whether the statements are True (T) or False (F). Write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes provided.

1. Birth order is the most important factor in shaping a person’s personality.

2. Parents tend to spend significantly more time with their first child than with their other children.

3. Middle children rarely help solve problems among family members.

4. Youngest children usually enjoy more freedom than their older brothers and sisters.

5. Individuals who grow up without siblings may struggle to form friendships and experience feelings of loneliness.

SECTION B: USE OF ENGLISH

I. Choose the option that best completes each of the following sentences. Write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes provided.

1. Nobody has arrived at the party, __________?

A. haven’t they B. has he C. hasn’t he D. have they

2. A good referee must remain completely __________ when making decisions during the match.

A. impartial B. solitary C. obedient D. constant

3. Tom is apologizing to Mary for not being able to go with her to the English club.

- Tom: “I’m awfully sorry I can’t go with you.”

- Mary: “__________? Haven’t you agreed?”

A. Why do you think B. How come

C. What is it D. Why don’t you

4. Remember to appreciate what your friends do for you. You shouldn’t take them __________.

A. at heart B. in advance C. for granted D. with benefit

5. The judge __________ the murderer to a lifetime imprisonment.

A. sentenced B. blamed C. convicted D. prosecuted

6. There’s no need to be nervous. You’re quite __________ of passing your final exam.

A. capable B. possible C. able D. probable

7. Without any solid evidence, the lawyer knew his client didn’t have a __________ to stand on in court.

A. foot B. leg C. podium D. platform

8. Sam was accused of stealing some __________ documents from the safe.

A. confidence B. confidential C. confiding D. confided

9. Hana and Jennifer are talking about doing exercise.

- Hana: “I think regular exercise is very important for our health.”

- Jennifer: “__________. It helps both the body and the mind.”

A. I’d love to B. So far so good

C. It’s nice of you to say so D. I can’t agree with you more

10. My mother bought a(n) __________ vase during her trip to Tokyo.

A. expensive blue Japanese B. blue Japanese expensive

C. expensive Japanese blue D. Japanese expensive blue

11. Mr. Long’s __________ to medicine was so great that he had little time for anything else.

A. importance B. emphasis C. dedication D. reputation

12. Has the manager told you where __________ the document when you have it done?

A. put B. to be put C. to put D. putting

13. Jenny with two dogs __________ walking in the park now.

A. is B. are C. was D. were

14. If you are __________ this weekend, I will show you around the city.

A. out of the blue B. on the track C. in hot water D. at a loose end

15. With his curly hair and bright smile, the boy is a(n) __________ image of his older brother.

A. living B. carving C. repeating D. existing

16. That book is by a famous anthropologist. It’s about the people in Samoa __________ for two years.

A. among that she lived B. that she lived among them

C. among whom she lived D. where she lived among them

17. Students put a lot of __________ into preparing for the English-speaking contest.

A. effort B. attention C. mind D. tension

18. Going on a diet has really __________ me good. I’ve lost weight and I feel fantastic!

A. given B. had C. taken D. done

19. There is no excuse for your late submission! You __________ the report by last Friday.

A. mightn’t have finished B. should have finished

C. must have finished D. needn’t have finished

20. It’s not easy to make Lisa furious. The girl is very gentle by __________.

A. temper B. nature C. personality D. reaction

II. Think of ONE word only which can be used appropriately in all three sentences. Write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes provided.

1. __________

• She decided to __________ a photo of the beautiful sunset.

• Please __________ your time and think carefully before answering. 

• The doctor will __________ a blood sample for testing.

2. __________

• The president delivered an inspiring __________ at the opening ceremony. 

• In many democratic countries, freedom of __________ is protected by law. 

• His victory __________ after the match impressed the fans.

3. __________

• As the plane descended, the city slowly came into __________. 

• This hotel room has a beautiful __________ of the sea.

• In my __________, students should spend less time on social media.

4. __________

• Once the hot liquid is __________ enough to drink, it can be transferred to individual cups. 

• “Do you want to come over and watch a video tonight?” - “I’m __________ with that.” 

• The coach told the players to keep __________ and focus on their strategy.

5. __________

• Blackpink __________ a new album a few weeks ago.

• The engineer __________ the safety catch before starting the machine. 

• That factory __________ more toxic fumes into the air last year.

6. __________

• Their contributions have a(n) __________ impact on the lives of hundreds of children. 

• Members of the research team tested __________ for the virus after their field expedition. 

• Are you absolutely __________ you locked the door?

7. __________

• Laura loves to __________ portraits. 

• The game ended in a(n) __________.

• Mr. David’s lectures always __________ a large audience.

8. __________

• Climate change is a serious global __________.

• ABC Bank will __________ new credit cards at the beginning of 2027. 

• The magazine published its latest __________ today.

9. __________

• There has been a(n) __________ increase in the price of petroleum. 

• Be careful! That sword is very __________.

• Tony has a(n) __________ mind for solving problems.

10. __________

• Our company intends to __________ its focus to online services. 

• In this context, a(n) __________ in public opinion is unavoidable. 

• My father frequently works the night __________ at the hospital.

III. Complete the following sentences using the correct form of the phrasal verbs in the box. Write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes provided.

put up fill in turn down run into call off

account for stem from get by phase out fall through

1. His anxiety usually __________ pressure at work.

2. The company __________ the meeting after several key members were absent.

3. The government is going to __________ fossil fuels gradually to protect the environment.

4. She __________ her old friend in the street this morning.

5. They tried to __________ a fence, but they couldn’t do it alone.

6. Tourism __________ a large part of the country’s economy.

7. The plan for our trip last weekend __________ because of the bad weather.

8. I’m __________ for Jeff today as he has to go to a conference in Manchester.

9. Many students __________ on a small budget while studying at university.

10. Michael has recently __________ several job offers.

IV. Give the correct form of the word in brackets to complete each of the following sentences. Write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes provided.

1. Only a __________ of students passed the test. (HAND)

2. Michelle is a very friendly individual who enjoys __________ with people. (SOCIAL)

3. This margarine is full of __________. Just look at the label! (ADD)

4. The differences between British and American English are __________ small. (COMPARE)

5. Our class team has won five __________ football matches. (SUCCESS)

6. All the newspapers praised the __________ of the fireman. (BRAVE)

7. Her point was clever but ultimately __________. (CONVINCE)

8. Policies are needed to address social __________ in modern societies. (EQUAL)

9. He found it difficult to __________ recover after the disappointing result. (EMOTION)

10. In the event last week, local fans __________ visiting supporters by almost three to one. (NUMBER)

SECTION C: READING COMPREHENSION

I. Read the passage and choose the best word to fill in each blank. Write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes provided. 

The Grammy Awards is the biggest and most important music business award show on the planet. Every year, musicians and music lovers show up in droves to (1) __________ the ceremony and look forward to seeing their favourite artists receive accolades for their work.

The Grammys (2) __________ back to the 1950s and have (3) __________ over time to reflect the changing landscape of music. The awards have recognised the most (4) __________ artists in the music industry, from the Beatles to Beyoncé.

Winning a Grammy is a tremendous (5) __________ for any musician. It’s a sign that their hard work and creativity have been recognised. (6) __________ the other hand, not receiving a Grammy can be a blow to a musician’s ego and many have been given the cold (7) __________ by the awards in the past.

(8) __________ the glitz and glamour of the Awards, many artists keep their feet on the (9) __________ and remain focused on the music. For some, the awards are just a bonus to the joy and happiness they feel when creating and sharing their music. For (10) __________, the recognition that comes with a Grammy can be a launchpad to even greater success.

1. A. praise B. witness C. present D. commit

2. A. date B. come C. return D. take

3. A. revolved B. matured C. evolved D. adapted

4. A. effective B. catchy C. fruitful D. influential

5. A. honour B. output C. respect D. impact

6. A. Under B. On C. With D. In

7. A. arm B. elbow C. face D. shoulder

8. A. Whether B. Provided C. Despite D. However

9. A. scene B. territory C. ground D. landscape

10. A. others B. the other C. another D. the others

II. Fill each gap with ONE suitable word. Write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes provided.

These days we are (1) __________ pressure to increase the amount of work we can achieve in the shortest time. The pace of life threatens to (2) __________ many of us behind, and as a (3) __________ of this pressure, we spend time looking for short-cuts in our working lives. (4) __________, these time-saving measures may actually cause more problems than they solve.

Some organisations seem to expect staff to work more than the usual eight hours, (5) __________ recognising the fact that tiredness causes people to make silly mistakes and (6) __________ to inefficient working practices. Try setting clear goals in your everyday work, although you must be careful that these are not unrealistic and can be achieved within the working day. We tend to (7) __________ up to people who can multitask because we think they are working hard - but do all the electronic gadgets they use increase their efficiency in the long (8) __________? Instead, they may distract them from the task in hand and cause a loss of concentration. Maybe (9) __________ with every email or mobile phone call immediately is not the best use of anyone’s time.

To sum up, my advice is to keep everything simple, and prioritise tasks - you will become happier at work - and (10) __________ will your boss!

III. Read the passage and choose the best answer for each question. Write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes provided.

Have you ever tried to enjoy a meal at a restaurant but found it difficult to hear your companions over the noise? This common problem has led to the development of a new trend in the restaurant industry called “hushpitality”.

Hushpitality is a combination of the words “hush” (meaning quiet) and “hospitality”. It refers to restaurants that prioritize creating a peaceful dining environment where customers can comfortably talk and enjoy their meals without excessive noise. This trend has been growing in popularity over the past few years, especially in busy urban areas where restaurants tend to be particularly noisy.

Many modern restaurants have design features that unintentionally increase noise levels. Hard surfaces like concrete floors, bare walls, and metal fixtures cause sound to bounce around rather than be absorbed. Open kitchen concepts, while visually interesting, add the sounds of cooking and kitchen equipment to the dining area. Additionally, many establishments play loud background music to create a lively atmosphere. When combined with the conversations of many diners, these elements can create noise levels comparable to a busy street.

To implement hushpitality, restaurant owners are making both design and operational changes. [I] Some are installing sound-absorbing materials such as fabric wall panels, carpets, and special acoustic ceiling tiles. [II] Others are rearranging seating to create more space between tables or adding partitions to prevent noise from traveling throughout the entire restaurant. [III] Many are also reconsidering their music choices, either lowering the volume, selecting more soothing music, or eliminating background music altogether. [IV]

The benefits of quieter dining spaces extend beyond simple comfort. Research has shown that excessive noise can negatively affect how we perceive flavors, potentially diminishing the dining experience. High noise levels also cause people to raise their voices to be heard, creating a cycle where the restaurant becomes progressively louder throughout the evening - a phenomenon known as the “Lombard effect”.

Hushpitality is particularly appreciated by several groups of diners. Older adults, who may experience age-related hearing loss, often find noisy restaurants challenging. People with hearing aids can struggle in loud environments as these devices sometimes amplify background noise along with conversation. Business professionals appreciate quiet settings for important meetings where clear communication is essential. However, the appeal of quieter restaurants extends to anyone who values conversation as part of their dining experience.

Not everyone prefers a silent meal, of course. Some diners, particularly younger ones, associate a certain level of noise with energy and excitement.

1. The word excessive in paragraph 2 is CLOSEST in meaning to __________.

A. extreme B. restrained C. foremost D. vital

2. The phrase these elements in paragraph 3 refers to __________.

A. busy urban areas and noisy restaurants

B. sounds of cooking and kitchen equipment

C. conversations of many diners

D. hard surfaces, open kitchen concepts, and loud background music

3. In paragraph 4, where can the following sentence be placed?

These comprehensive strategies aim to transform the dining experience by actively managing the acoustic environment.

A. [IV] B. [I] C. [III] D. [II]

4. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an implementation strategy for hushpitality in paragraph 4?

A. Reconsidering music choices B. Installing sound-absorbing materials

C. Offering sound-proof private dining rooms D. Rearranging seating to create more space

5. Which of the following best restates the meaning of the final sentence of paragraph 5?

High noise levels also cause people to raise their voices to be heard, creating a cycle where the restaurant becomes progressively louder throughout the evening - a phenomenon known as the “Lombard effect”.

A. People in quiet restaurants tend to talk louder, which results in the “Lombard effect” and a noisier environment.

B. As noise increases, diners speak louder, causing the restaurant to become progressively louder -the “Lombard effect”.

C. The “Lombard effect” is a positive outcome where diners communicate more effectively in loud settings.

D. The “Lombard effect” is when restaurants intentionally increase music volume as the evening progresses.

6. Which of the following best summarizes the main idea of paragraph 6?

A. Hushpitality is exclusively beneficial for older adults with hearing loss.

B. Business professionals are the primary group driving the demand for quieter restaurants.

C. Hushpitality caters to various groups by improving communication and comfort in dining.

D. People with hearing aids struggle in all types of restaurant environments.

7. The word essential in paragraph 6 is OPPOSITE in meaning to __________.

A. crucial B. integral C. unnecessary D. indispensable

8. Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage?

A. The “Lombard effect” describes focusing on one voice while ignoring background noise.

B. Hushpitality benefits many people who dislike noisy dining environments.

C. Hard surfaces in restaurants are primarily used to absorb sound.

D. Hushpitality is a concept focused solely on luxury restaurants.

9. What can be logically inferred about the overall impact of hushpitality on the dining experience?

A. It positively enhances customer satisfaction by improving various aspects of dining.

B. It is a niche trend that appeals only to a very specific demographic.

C. It focuses mainly on aesthetic improvements rather than functional ones.

D. It primarily aims to reduce operational costs for restaurants.

10. Which of the following best summarizes the main idea of the entire passage?

A. The “Lombard effect” is the sole reason why restaurants are becoming noisier.

B. Modern restaurant design is inherently flawed and cannot be improved.

C. All diners prefer quiet restaurants, and the industry is rapidly adapting to this universal demand.

D. Hushpitality is a trend that reduces restaurant noise and improves dining comfort.

SECTION D: WRITING

I. For each of the sentences, write a new sentence as similar as possible in meaning to the original sentence. Write your answers in the space provided.

1. Christina missed the flight this morning, so she isn’t here to give the presentation now. 

 If Christina____________________________________________________________________

2. You think that fat people are always jolly, but you are wrong.

 Contrary ______________________________________________________________________

3. The houses in this area seem to be unoccupied.

 It looks as _____________________________________________________________________

4. My younger brother doesn’t intend to find a part-time job this summer.

 My younger brother has __________________________________________________________

5. People believe that the artist has been influenced by her travels in Asia.

 The artist is ____________________________________________________________________

II. For each of the sentences, write a new sentence as similar as possible in meaning to the original sentence, using the word given in bold. This word must not be altered in any way. Write your answers in the space provided.

1. The children only realised how hard the exam was after the teacher explained the results. (UNTIL)

 It was _____________________________________________________________ the exam was.

2. The two sides never reach an agreement. (TIME)

 At ________________________________________________________________ an agreement.

3. Tony does not get on well with his colleagues. (TERMS)

 Tony is ___________________________________________________________ his colleagues.

4. It is extremely unlikely that the team will win the championship this year. (ODDS)

 The _______________________________________________________________ are very slim.

5. He was finally able to adjust himself to the new working condition. (SWING)

 He finally _______________________________________________ the new working condition.

III. Write a paragraph to answer the question below. 

Plastic pollution has become a global crisis. What should individuals and nations do to tackle this problem?

You should write about 150 words in the space provided. Support your ideas with relevant examples if necessary.

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