Đề thi thử Tiếng anh THPT 2026 – THPT Chu Văn An (Lạng Sơn)

Read the following advertisement 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.

A80 NATIONAL EXHIBITION

Taking place from August 25th to 30th at the National Exhibition Centre in Hanoi, the A80 National Exhibition 2025 will showcase more than 150 displays, (1) ______ are contributed by leading museums and cultural organizations across Vietnam.

Visitors will explore a wide (2) ______ of documents, photographs, and interactive models reflecting the country’s progress over eight decades. The event also includes expert discussions held by historians and researchers, (3) ______ valuable insights into national development.

Guests are encouraged to join interactive activities, which (4) ______ to deepen public understanding of national achievements. This exhibition is a meaningful opportunity for students, researchers, and the public to learn about the country’s development and (5) ______ valuable knowledge while supporting deeper (6) ______ appreciation.

Question 1.

Read the following leaflet 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 COPE WITH STRESS AS A TEENAGER

If you often feel overwhelmed by schoolwork, relationships, or daily pressures, here are several simple tips to help you build a routine (7) ______ managing stress effectively.

• Create a realistic study schedule that balances work and rest.

• Track your emotions using a journal (8) ______ a mental-health app.

• Take every chance to do calming activities such as deep breathing or going for a few (9) ______.

• Invite friends and (10) ______ supportive family members to share your thoughts, and try (11) ______ everyone’s positive energy by doing relaxing activities together.

• Reward yourself with a small treat like listening to music if your coping plan works (12) ______ to keep you motivated.

Question 7.

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.

CAMPING HOLIDAYS AND THE RISKS INVOLVED

All camping trips involve some degree of risk whether in the form of bad weather, wild animals, lack of clean water, or (13) ______. We ask ourselves what risks we might face if we camp there, how likely they are to occur, whether they can be avoided, and how serious the consequences could be.

Some campers, of course, enjoy a certain level of risk, as it adds excitement to the experience, (14) ______. Others, however, are risk averse and will avoid unnecessary dangers whenever possible. Clearly, the significance of the risk plays an important role. (15) ______. The risk averse will choose organised campsites, follow familiar routes, or join guided tours rather than explore independently.

(16) ______. There is evidence that many campers remain hesitant to rely solely on online sources when planning a camping trip, partly because of the lack of direct advice from an experienced guide and partly due to (17) ______ about the reliability of online information.

Question 13.

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.

The Erosion of Data Privacy in the Digital Age

[I] Over the past decade, data privacy has shifted from a technical worry to a central societal concern. Every day, people generate large streams of behavioural data by sending messages, travelling with smartphones, or browsing online platforms. These digital traces, once considered insignificant metadata, have become highly valuable assets. Corporations harvest them to refine advertising systems, while governments rely on expanding surveillance tools capable of tracking citizens with growing precision. As a result, personal information is constantly collected, analysed, and repurposed – often without meaningful or informed consent.

[II] Technology companies claim that data-driven services offer convenience through personalised recommendations, predictive search systems, or location-based assistance. However, these advantages hide a major imbalance of power. Most users lack clear knowledge of how their information is stored, shared, or monetised. Privacy policies are long, technical, and designed to discourage careful reading, turning consent into a mere formality. This opacity has created a digital environment in which large-scale data extraction is routine, invisible, and rarely questioned. [III]

[IV] The political implications of weakened data privacy are increasingly alarming. Authoritarian states deploy advanced surveillance infrastructures to monitor citizens’ movements, communications, and social networks. These systems are expanding so rapidly that they often operate beyond meaningful public oversight. Even in democratic nations, tools such as facial recognition and biometric databases challenge the boundary between public security and intrusion. Once collected, data forms an enduring record that can later be used against journalists, activists, or vulnerable communities. The erosion of anonymity therefore threatens both personal autonomy and the stability of open societies. [V]

Question 18. The word “insignificant” in paragraph 1 is OPPOSITE in meaning to ______.

Which paragraph mentions advanced surveillance tools used to track citizens’ activities?

Where does the following sentence best fit in the passage?
”This shift has expanded data collection far beyond what early internet users ever imagined.”

The word “they” in paragraph 3 refers to ______.

Which of the following best summarises the passage?

Which of the following is NOT mentioned in paragraph 1 as a way in which people generate behavioural data?

Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?

Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 3?

Which of the following is TRUE according to paragraph 4?

The word “surveillance” in paragraph 3 is CLOSEST in meaning to __________.

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

Question 28.

a. The beach rescue team consists of many members who are always ready to help people in need.

b. For example, lifeguards swim out to save people in the water.

c. These lifesavers can do a lot of useful things, and they have different jobs.

d. The first aiders look after injured people on the beach, and the pilots fly the helicopters to look for those getting lost in the sea.

e. Without the rescue team, people will not feel safe when going to the beach anymore.

a. They eat a lot of fruit and vegetables, do regular exercise, don’t smoke and drink only in moderation.
b. Finally, people who live to 100 often have a close family, too.
c. It is clear that people who live the longest are health – conscious.
d. Therefore, there’s no secret – it’s just a healthy lifestyle and a positive attitude to life.
e. They also tend to be happy and have a good sense of humour.

a. On the contrary, most scientists agree that it is real and that we need to do something about it.
b. They say it is just a natural part of the Earth’s climate.
c. However, some people think that global warming is not real.
d. Global warming is causing a lot of problems for the world.
e. The temperature of the Earth is slowly getting hotter, and this is causing the ice at the North Pole to melt.

a. There will be no traffic lights or road signs because cars will talk to each other and work together to find the best options to travel to destinations.
b. Finally, people will not have to park their cars which are able to locate and go to a parking lot on their own.
c. Instead, they can use an app on their smartphone to order a car whenever they need one.
d. Also, people will not need to buy a car at a store.
e. In the future, most cars will be electric and drive themselves.

a. They usually have a smartphone and use it to chat with friends, post photos and videos, and play games.
b. Some parents think that using the internet too much like that is bad for teenagers.
c. Teenagers today spend a lot of time online.
d. However, others think it is just a normal part of life in the 21st century.
e. They also use social media sites like Instagram and Snapchat or watch TV shows and movies on streaming services such as Netflix and Hulu.

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.

Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Education

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has quickly become a defining influence in modern education, altering how learners engage with knowledge and how teachers design instruction. Rather than functioning as simple digital tools, AI systems now process extensive learning data to detect patterns, identify emerging difficulties, and forecast areas where students may require additional support. These insights allow educators to intervene earlier and refine their teaching with greater precision.

Adaptive learning platforms are among the clearest examples of this shift. By monitoring how learners navigate lessons, these systems adjust the complexity of tasks, recommend supplementary materials, and offer instantaneous feedback. As a result, less-proficient learners receive timely guidance, while high-performing learners are challenged at a pace suited to their abilities. Yet the algorithms that drive these decisions are not always transparent, leaving students and teachers uncertain about how particular suggestions are generated.

AI is also reshaping assessment practices. Automated scoring tools can analyse written responses, detect linguistic patterns, and evaluate conceptual understanding far more rapidly than human graders. While such efficiency lightens teachers’ workloads, concerns persist about fairness and nuance – especially for assignments that rely on creativity, personal voice, or cultural context. The increased use of AI-generated content by students further complicates questions of academic integrity, prompting educators to reconsider whether traditional assessment models remain adequate.

Beyond the classroom, AI supports broader educational planning. Predictive analytics help school systems identify dropout risks, guide policy interventions, and distribute resources more strategically. However, these tools depend on large volumes of personal data, which may introduce privacy concerns or unintentionally reinforce existing inequalities if the underlying datasets contain bias.

Question 33. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in paragraph 1 as one of AI’s functions in education?

Which paragraph mentions automated evaluation of students’ written responses?

Which paragraph refers to the difficulty of understanding how AI-generated recommendations are produced?

The word “their” in paragraph 2 refers to _____________.

Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 3?

Which of the following is TRUE according to paragraph 4?

The word “refine” in paragraph 1 can be best replaced by _________.

 The word “transparent” in paragraph 2 is OPPOSITE in meaning to _________.