Đề ôn thi Đề thi vào lớp 10 Hà Nội môn Tiếng Anh - Mã đề HN-144

I still remember my graduation day vividly. The heavy fabric of the cap and gown felt both strange and exciting. (23) __________. (24) __________

A glacier is a huge river of ice (25) __________ is found in places where it's cold all year round. They are formed over many centuries as layers of snow fall and build up. The weight of the new snow puts heavy (26) __________ on the older snow underneath, causing it to compact into dense ice. Glaciers may look like they are standing still. (27) __________, they are actually in constant motion, driven by gravity. Because they are so massive, they move very slowly, often just a few centimeters a day.

This gradual movement has a powerful (28) __________ on the landscape. Over time, glaciers carve out valleys and create unique landforms. Many lakes and rivers that exist today (29) __________ by melting glaciers thousands of years ago. These giant ice formations also (30) __________ an important role in the Earth's climate system by reflecting sunlight back into space. Understanding them is crucial for climate science.

In Vietnam, using an e-wallet like MoMo or ZaloPay to buy trà sữa or receive lucky money during Tết is now very common. These digital wallets on your smartphone are changing how we handle money. Instead of physical cash, you can pay for things with a few taps. For teenagers starting to manage their own allowance, understanding this technology is essential.

The biggest advantage of e-wallets is that they are extremely convenient. You don't need to worry about having the correct cash or waiting for change. Transactions are instant, whether paying a friend back or buying online. Furthermore, most apps automatically create a transaction history, which makes it easy to track where your money goes. This feature helps you understand your spending habits.

However, with these benefits come significant risks. Your digital money is a target for online criminals who use tricks like phishing scams to steal your login information. If your password is weak, your account becomes vulnerable to theft. Another danger is psychological: because you don't physically see the money, it’s easy to overspend. The digital numbers can feel less real than actual banknotes.

So, how can you use e-wallets safely? The key is to be proactive. Always create a strong, unique password and never share it. Be skeptical of unexpected messages asking for your details. Finally, check your transaction history regularly. By being careful, you can enjoy the benefits of digital finance without falling into its traps.

The rise of online shopping has introduced a major convenience: easy return policies. However, this has led to a wasteful phenomenon called 'bracketing', which is the habit of (37) __________, with the full intention of returning most of them. Shoppers feel more confident making these large purchases, (38) __________.

While this seems harmless, it has significant downsides. Many returned items are not simply put back on the shelf. This process creates a logistical challenge for retailers, (39) __________. More alarmingly, these products often cannot be resold as new and end up in landfills, (40) __________.

A. knowing they can easily send back what they don't want

B. contributing to a growing stream of packaging and transportation waste

C. ordering multiple sizes or colors of the same item

D. which increases their operational costs significantly