Đề cương ôn tập cuối kì 1 Tiếng Anh 10 iLearn Smart World có đáp án - Part 4. Reading

Read the following passage and choose the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

RSPCA stands for the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Founded in 1824, it is one of the oldest and largest animal welfare charity in the world. Its main aim is (1) _________ cruelty to animals by promoting their care and protection. It also ensures that pets, farm animals and wild animals are not harmed in any way. Here are some of the things that the organization does. Firstly, it rescues and treats animals. Every day of the year, the inspectors investigate cruelty complaints. If necessary, they will take animals away from harmful situations and make sure the animals get the (2) _________ and care they need. Secondly, the RSPCA has animal shelters across the country where stray animals are looked after until they can find a new home. (3) _________, it organizes campaigns on important issues in order to get a change in the law. In 2005, it succeeded in making fox hunting illegal. Through its campaigns, it also helps (4) _________ community awareness of animal welfare issues. What can you do to help the RSPCA? You can make a donation, adopt a homeless animal, or participate (5) _________ a variety of interesting fundraising events such as the Million Paws Walk or Cupcake Day. You can also join the RSPCA as a volunteer. There is voluntary work for everyone, however much or little free time you have.

Read the following passage and choose the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

As our school continues to promote gender equality, one area that has seen significant changes is the sports department. This semester, the focus has been on (6) _________ both boys and girls have equal access to all sports facilities and teams. To support this initiative, the administration (7) _________ new policies that require all teams to include players from all genders. The response from students has been overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing their excitement and support for  (8) _________. In addition, coaches (9) _________ to make training sessions full of fairness and equal opportunity. The efforts are successful (10) _________, regardless of gender, are participating and excelling in sports. (11) _________ have contributed to a more inclusive and supportive school environment.

Read the following passage and choose the correct answer to each of the questions.

    It is common in Japan for three generations to live under the same roof. This is becoming less common today, but still exists, certainly in the countryside.

    Husbands in Japan give their salaries to their wives. They are returned a sum of money as pocket money, otherwise how to use the rest is the wife's decision. The finances of a family are the responsibility of the women who handle most of the household expenses. There are exceptions in instances when something of value, like a car, is being bought. This is changing with more women going to work.

    Japanese fathers in contemporary urban households spend so much time at work, and the company demands on them are so great. It means that they often really have very little time or energy to spend with their children. The responsibility for raising children, overseeing the education fall onto the mothers. Mothers play an enormous role in the lives of their children and the bond is very strong. Babysitters are rarely used and mothers often sleep with their babies. A mother will also spend hours with children doing school work. Few Japanese men help with housework. There is more pressure today for this to change.

    Most families in Japan today are nuclear families, such as those in the United States. That is to say that a married couple lives together with their children, perhaps with one grandparent. But for the most part, the Japanese family today looks much like the American family.

Read the following passage and choose the correct answer to each of the questions.

    Video gaming is a very popular form of entertainment in the world. Both girls and boys play video games regularly, mostly for fun. There are also new ways to make a living out of video games, from making their own games, broadcasting live online, to playing professionally in packed stadiums.  

    Alex Balfanz is an 18-year-old student. Every day he has lectures or seminars, and assignments to do at home. Like many students of his age, he spends a couple of hours per day on video games. But he’s not just playing them – he’s making them, and making a lot of money, too. “In the 10 months that Jailbreak has been released, it has already produced seven figure profits,” Balfanz says. Today, it has been played for the billionth time.  

    Kyle Mayers left college in 2020 and struggled to find a job during lockdown. Then he began playing the football video game Rocket League and found that he had a lot of viewers watching him play. His followers enjoy watching him defeat challenges or asking for tips and advice for their own gaming adventures. Now, Kyle usually logs in around 7 p.m. every night playing games, and earns just over £1,000 every month.  

    Sumail Hassan is the youngest gamer to win $1 million in eSports winnings. He’s made more than $2.5 million playing Dota, an online multiplayer game. He calls it a full-time job. He’s 19 now but has been gaming since he was seven. According to Hassan, it’s not easy to be a professional gamer. He has to practise for ten or more hours a day, five or six days a week. He also studies videos of other players and plan ways to beat them.