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TAM THANH SECONDARY SCHOOL
NAME: ……………………………
CLASS: …………

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THE FIRST MIDLLE SEMESTER TEST
SCHOOL YEAR: 2024 – 2025
SUBJECT: ENGLISH 8
TIME: 60 MINUTES
(Not including the handout-time)

TEST 2

A. Listening (2ms)
Questions 1-4: Questions 1- 4: You will hear two characters A and B talking activities in
their free time. Then circle True or False. (1m)
1. Character A prefers swimming over any other sport.
True / False
2. Character B has traveled to three countries in the past year.
True / False
3. Character A and B are going to a dinner party together this weekend. True / False
4. Character B likes pizza.
True / False
Questions 5-8: Listen to two people talking about a traditional festival. Then fill in the
blanks (1m)
5. The Mid - Fall festival will take place in …….……. weeks.
6. The festival is going to be at the town …….…….
7. People can …….……. mooncakes.
8. Children can watch …………… dance, too.
B. Language focus (3ms)
Questions 9-10: Choose the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in
pronunciation in each of the following questions. (0.5ms)
9. A. chair
B. child
C. choir
D. check
10. A. films
B. sports
C. runs
D. flowers
Questions 11-12: Choose the word whose main stress pattern is not the same as that of
the others. (0.5ms)
11. A. entertainment
B. enviroment
C. transportation
D. conversation
12. A. never
B. country
C. weather
D. prefer
Questions 13-20: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that best fits the gap in each
sentence. (2ms)
13. Henry usually plays badminton ……………Sundays.
A. in
B. at
C. on
D. into
14. Jane: What do you like doing in your free time?
Mary: .......................................................
A. I dislike swimming.
B. Oh, that's good.
C. Let's go out for dinner.
D. Going out for a walk.
15. Jess is not an active person, so she hates.......................
A. playing sports B. watching TV
C. reading books
D. doing arts and crafts
16. Nam and his friends like to ………… board games in their free time, and he often wins.
A. do
B. go
C. play
D. design
17. ….................is the sport of moving over the ground wearing shoes with wheels.
A. Cycling
B. Roller skating
C. Skiing
D. Karate
18. Alex loves doing arts and crafts, and he likes…………… clothes, too.
A. designing
B. to designing
C. designs
D. designed
19. My sister seldom plays badminton after work, she prefers ………. in the nearby river.
A. swims
B. to swim
C. swim
D. swam
20. Choose the underlined words which need correcting.
When I was younger, I played usually spinning tops with my brother.

A
B
C
D
C. Reading (2.5ms)
Questions 21-25: Read the paragraph about life in the countryside. Then choose the
correct option A, B, C or D that best suits each blank. (1.25ms)
Life in the countryside offers a profound sense of peace and connection to nature. Every
morning, the cheerful songs of (21) ……… and the gentle warmth of (22) ………. gently
awaken me. The lush green fields and fresh, crisp air make each day feel vibrant and full of
life. The friendly locals greet each other with warm (23) ………………creating a welcoming
atmosphere. I enjoy strolling along the (24) ………… paths, taking in the beautiful scenery,
and savoring delicious meals made from fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Life here may be
simple, but it is rich with joy and meaning. Each moment spent in the (25) ……… is a
treasure, allowing me to appreciate the beauty of a tranquil lifestyle that urban living often
overlooks.
21.
A. butterflies
B. birds
C. cows
D. dogs
22.
A. sunlight
B. hot
C. sun
D. wet
23.
A. cry
B. greet
C. smiles
D. to
24.
A. small
B. big
C. along
D. narrow
25.
A. city
B. countryside
C. island
D. town
Questions 26 – 30: Read the following passage about Nancy. Then answer questions
below. (1.25ms)
Hello! My name is Nancy, and I moved to a new town last year because my parents were
looking for a change in our lives. At first, it was quite challenging for me to make new friends
in this unfamiliar place. To overcome my shyness and connect with others, I decided to join
the art club and the dance team at school. I have a passion for drawing and dancing, which
makes these activities a perfect fit for me. Every Saturday, I eagerly attend dance classes at a
local studio with my new friends, where we learn different styles and have fun together.
Additionally, I often showcase my artwork at various school events, which gives me the
opportunity to share my creativity. I truly believe that participating in clubs is an excellent way
to meet new people and express my interests. Balancing my hobbies with my studies is
important to me, as I understand that both aspects are essential for my future success. Overall,
I'm excited about my journey in this new town!
26. What activities did Nancy join to make new friends?
→ ………….………………………………………………………………………......................
27. Why did Nancy's family move to a new town?
→ ………….………………………………………………………………………......................
28. What does Nancy do every Saturday with her friends?
→ ………….………………………………………………………………………......................
29. How does Nancy feel about participating in clubs?
→ ………….………………………………………………………………………......................
30. How does she think about balancing her hobbies with her studies?
→ ………….………………………………………………………………………......................
D. Writing. (2.5ms)
Questions 31- 33: Put the words in the correct order to make correct sentences. (0.75ms)
31. to play / games / folk / students / like / young / Most /.
→ ………….………………………………………………………………………......................
32. do / often / they / How / hometown / visit / their /?
→ ………….………………………………………………………………………......................
33. / lots of / /and/ fresh air /is/ country / There/ nature/ the/ in /.
→ ………….………………………………………………………………………......................

Questions 34- 36: Rewrite the following sentences without changing their meaning. Use
the given word(s) if any. (0.75ms)
34. My mother hates noisy parties and crowded places. (NEVER)
→ My mother…………………………………………………………………………………….
35. I moved to a new town last year because my parents wanted a change.
→ Last year, my parents decided to …………………………………………………………….
36. Jack sometimes rides his bike around the countryside to enjoy some fresh air.
→ Jack sometimes goes………………………………………………………………………….
Questions 37-40: Write a paragraph (about 100 – 120 words) about your favorite hobby,
the questions below may help your writing. (1m)
37. What is your favorite hobby?
38. When did you start it? and Who do you often do it with?
39. Where do you often do it? And When do you usually do it?
40. What do you think about that hobby?
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Each correct answer is 0.25ms
A. Listening (2ms)
Questions 1-4: (1m)
Question
1
Keys
F

MIDDLE SEMESTER TEST
SCHOOL YEAR: 2024 – 2025
KEYS – ENGLISH 8
TEST 2

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3
4
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F
F
Audio script
Characters A and B are sitting at a café. Character A says, "I really enjoy playing football. It's
my favorite sport, and I play every weekend." Character B replies, "That's great! I also like
sports, but I've traveled to three countries in the past year. I've had some amazing
experiences!" A ask, "Did you participate in any events?" B responds, "Yes, but I can't join the
dinner party this weekend. I don't like pizza, but I'll eat some other dishes."
Questions 5-8: (1m)
Question
Key

5
two

6
center

7
buy

8
lion

Audio script
Tony: Welcome to Teen Talk with Tony. I'm in Hill Town. The Mid-Autumn festival is
coming in two weeks, and everyone is very excited. I'm talking to Linh Pham. She's part of
the Hill Town Cultural Department.
Linh: Hi, everyone. This year, the Mid-Autumn festival will take place in the town center
from noon to 8 p.m. on September tenth and eleventh. Everyone in Hill Town will have a
chance to take part in activities to welcome the Mid-Autumn Festival.
Tony: Great! What activities will the festival have?
Linh: Well, there will be a market on Main Street. You can buy mooncakes and other food
there. You can buy colorful lanterns, too!
Tony: Great! I love mooncakes. Is there a traditional music and dance show at this two-day
event?
Linh: Of course! Children from around the town will sing songs and play traditional
instruments. You can watch lion dances, too.
Tony: Cool. I'm so excited about the festival.
B. Language Focus (3ms)
Questions 9-20:
Question
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
Keys
C
B
B
D
C
D
A
C
B
A
B
C
C. Reading (2.5ms)
Questions 21-25 (1.25ms)
Question
21
22
23
24
25
Keys
B
A
C
D
B
Questions 26-30: (1.25ms)
26. Nancy joined the art club and the dance team at school.
27. Nancy's family moved to a new town because her parents were looking for a change in
their lives.

28. Every Saturday, Nancy attends dance classes with her new friends at a local studio. / She
eagerly attends dance classes at a local studio with her new friends
29. Nancy believes that participating in clubs is an excellent way to meet new people and
express her interests.
30. Balancing her hobbies with her studies is important to her.
D. Writing (2.5ms)
Questions 31- 33: (0.75ms)
31. Most young students like to play folk games.
32. How often do they visit their hometown?
33. There are lots of nature and fresh air in the country.
Questions 34- 36: (0.75ms)
34. My mother never enjoys / likes / fancies/... noisy parties and crowded places.
35. Last year, my parents decided to move to a new town for a change.
36. Jack sometimes goes cycling around the countryside to enjoy some fresh air.
Questions 35-40: (1m)
I have a lot of hobbies, but my favorite hobby is swimming. I started swimming when I was
ten years old. I often swim with my dad. We swim in the sea near my house. I think swimming
is interesting and fun. I love swimming.
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