Đề ôn thi Đề thi vào lớp 10 Tây Ninh môn Tiếng Anh - Mã đề TNI-117

In the bustling world of an ant colony, every individual plays a vital role. For a worker ant like Annie, the day (29) __________ at sunrise. Her main job is to find food for the colony. This is a crucial task because the survival of thousands depends on it. The journey outside is full of dangers. (30) __________, she must be brave and determined. She searches for anything edible, like seeds or small insects. She and her team communicate using special chemicals (31) __________ they leave behind on the ground.

This chemical trail helps other ants find the food source. Once enough food (32) __________, it is brought back to the nest. The nest itself is a masterpiece of engineering. New tunnels are constantly being built, and old ones are repaired. These tasks are a group effort. (33) __________, every ant's contribution is essential for the community's well-being. By working together, the ants create a safe and organized home. At the end of a long day, Annie has performed many different (34) __________, from finding food to cleaning the nursery.

Vietnam's Mid-Autumn Festival, or Tết Trung Thu, is one of the most anticipated celebrations of the year, especially for children. Traditionally, it's a time when families gather to watch the full moon, which is at its brightest. Children parade through the streets with colorful lanterns in various shapes, like stars and fish. The exciting sound of drums from lion dance performances fills the air, creating a magical atmosphere for everyone.

However, in recent years, a significant change has been observed. The festival has become more commercialized. The focus has shifted partly from children's activities to the business of mooncakes. Companies now produce elaborate mooncakes with luxurious packaging and unique flavors. These are not just for family enjoyment but are heavily marketed as premium corporate gifts, often with very high price tags, transforming a simple treat into a symbol of status.

This transformation has sparked a debate. On one hand, the new variety of mooncakes allows for new ways to celebrate and share the festival spirit with colleagues and business partners. On the other hand, many people worry that the original meaning is fading. They feel the focus on expensive gifts puts pressure on families and moves away from the traditional celebrations centered on children's joy. These new types of mooncakes have become status symbols, and many feel they are simply too expensive for the average family.

Ultimately, the evolution of Tết Trung Thu reflects a wider conversation in modern Vietnam: how to preserve cultural heritage while adapting to contemporary life. The question is not whether the festival will survive, but what its identity will become. Will it find a balance between its charming origins and its commercial present, ensuring it remains a meaningful event for both children and adults?