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Unit – Local environment I Complete each of the following sentences using the cues given You can use other words in addition to the cues to complete the sentences Ngoc/usually/play/badminton/Sunday Answer: Ngoc usually plays badminton on Sundays Phù Lãng/one/most famous/pottery/village/Viet Nam …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… It/locate/along/Cầu River/about/60/kilometre/Ha Noi …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Potter/be/at/work/Phù Lãng/for/long time/since/Trần Dynasty …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… In/past/village potter/mainly/produced/article/everyday/life …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Recently/young/artisan/opt/produce/artistic ceramics …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… II Choose the best option to complete each sentence Circle A, B or C I warned her about the quality of the product, she bought it as a souvenir A However B When C Although We travelled to a craft village we had spent two hours in the gallery A before B after C while she was knitting the hat, I was cooking dinner A After B While C Before We got a discount we had spent more than $200 A as B although C when I’ll take my foreign friends to the local market they can see how people sell and buy things A so B because C so that He his name on a tree and left A created B carved C cut How many balls of wool you need to that sweater? A B weave C knit She is boats on the pillow covers A embroidering C casting B making This type of wool is into fabric which will make jackets A knitted B give 10 They these statues in bronze A moulded III Match the word with its definition: C woven B cast C wove Definition a thing which is skilfully made with your hands start something (a business, an organisation, etc.) take control of something (a business, an organisation, etc.) people who skilled work, making things with their hands an interesting or enjoyable place to go or thing to a particular place make someone remember or think about something walk around a place to see what is there Word a artisans b specific region c attraction d remind e look round f craft g set up h take over IV Fill in each sentence with a word/ phrase from the box There is one extra word/ phrase paintings pottery drum silk lacquer ware conical hats baskets These products are called …………………… because they are decoratively covered with lacquer These …………………………….are made of thin bamboo strips that are woven together To play this ……………………… you should use your hands, not sticks This vase is a beautiful piece of ………………… It’s made from clay dug from our river banks Lots of Vietnamese girls like wearing …………………… and ao dai When I go somewhere on holiday, I usually buy …………… as souvenirs because I love works of art V Fill in each sentence with a suitable word from the box to complete a passage about Doi Tam Drum - making village famous more since amazed takes follow sold introduced We went to Doi Tam, a village (1)…………………….for its drum making techniques, in Ha Nam Province last month The craft was first (2) ……………to the village sometime in the 8th or 9th century Today there are (3) …………………… than six hundred drum makers living in Doi Tam village I was (4) ………………………… to see big drums in front of every house in the village People say that it (5) ………………… four workers three days to make a drum with a diameter of 1.5 metres To make a drum, the craftsmen have to (6)…………… an eight stage process Stretching the drumhead is the most challenging stage (7) …………… they have to carefully assess the sound it makes The other steps not require such high skills Nowadays, Doi Tam drums are not only famous in Viet Nam but are also (8)………………… to other countries such as Laos, Cambodia, Japan, and the USA VI Fill in the gaps with the words in the box conical hat marble sculptures lanterns Pottery silk paintings The birthplace of the famous bai tho ………………………… is Tay Ho village in Hue If you go to Hoi An on the 15th of each lunar month, you can enjoy the lights of many beautiful …………………… Van Phuc village in Ha Noi produces different types of ………… products such as cloth, scarves, ties, and dresses On the Tet holiday, many Hanoians go to Dong Ho village to buy folk ………………… 5……………… products of Bau Truc, such as pots and vases, have the natural colours typical of Champa culture in Ninh Thuan Going to Non Nuoc marble village in Da Nang, we’re impressed by a wide variety of ……………………………… from Buddha statues to bracelets VII Complete the passage by filling each blank with a suitable word from the box: culture traditional historical attraction handicrafts exercise Some people say that a place of interest is a place famous for its scenery or a well-known (1) …………………… site I don’t think it has to be so limited In my opinion, a place of interest is simply one that people like going to In my town, the park is a(n) (2) ………………… because many people love spending time there Old people (3) …………… and walk in the park Children play games there while their parents sit and talk with each other Another place of interest in my town is Hoa Binh market It’s a(n) (4) …………………… market with a lot of things to see I love to go there to buy food and clothes, and watch other people buying and selling Foreign tourists also like this market because they can experience the (5) …………… of Vietnamese people, and buy woven cloth and other (6) ……………………… as souvenirs VIII Complete each sentence using a verb from A in the correct form and a particle from B You can use any particle more than once A B find turn bring close get deal out down with up What time does your mother usually …………………………… in the morning? We must ………………… the train times so that we can take the earliest train to Hai Phong My favourite writer has ………………………… another best-seller We’re …………………… lots of complaints from customers about the quality of these shirts Why did you …………………… your workshop? I thought that it was running quite well I had to …………… their invitation to take part in the trip because my father didn’t allow me to go IX Read a passage about the Somerset levers and the exercises that follow Last year I visited the Somerset Levels, a coastal plain and wetland area in Somerset, South West England This area is home to one of Somerset's oldest traditional crafts - willow basket making Basket making began in the area a long time ago At the beginning of the 19th century, more than three thousand acres of willow trees were planted commercially there because the area provided an excellent natural habitat for their cultivation I’d seen willow baskets before I visited the Levels, but I was still amazed at the numerous products created by the basket makers there They make lobster pots, bread trays, and even passenger baskets for hot air balloons Although the arrival of plastics in the 1950s caused the basket making industry to decline, willow growing and basket making have continued to play a significant role in Somerset’s rural economy Willow growers and basket makers have dealt with this challenge by finding new markets and innovative ways of using willow They make willow charcoal for artists and bower seats for gardens Some even weave willow coffins Therefore, people here can still live on the craft that their great-grandparents passed down to them a Match the words with their definitions Words Definition significant willow commercially numerous innovative charcoal a existing in large numbers b introducing or using new ideas, ways of doing something, etc c in a way that is connected with the buying and selling of goods and services d large or important enough to have an effect e a black substance made by burning wood slowly in an oven with little air, used for drawing f a tree with long branches and long thin leaves that often grows near water b Decide if the sentences are True (T) or False (F) Willow basket making is the oldest traditional craft in Somerset Willows can grow well in the area because of its favourable natural conditions The presence of plastic products did not affect the growth of the basket making industry in the area in the 1950s Basket making does not play an important role in the area now Willow growers and basket makers have found new ways to promote their industry Basket makers can live on their craft nowadays c Answer the questions Where are the Somerset Levels? ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… How many acres of willows were planted commercially there at the beginning of the 19th century? ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… How did the author feel when he visited the place? ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… What are some innovative products made in the area? ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Is basket making passed down through generations? ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… X Underline the dependent clause in each sentence below Say whether it is a dependent clause of concession (DC), of purpose (DP), of reason (DR), or of time (DT) When people talk about traditional paintings, they think of Dong Ho village My sister went to Tay Ho village in Hue so that she could buy some bai tho conical hats Although this museum is small, it has many unique artifacts This square is our favourite place to hang out because we have space to skateboard The villagers have to dry the buffalo skin under the sun before they make the drumheads XI Match the verbs in column a with the groups of nouns in column B 1.carve 2.cast 3.weave 4.embroider 5.knit 6.mould a clay, cheese, chocolate b baskets, carpets, silk, cloth c sweaters, toys, hats d bronze, gold, iron e stone, wood, eggshells f handkerchiefs, tablecloths, pictures XII Make a complex sentence from each pair of sentences Use the subordinator provided and make any necessary changes The villagers are trying to learn English They can communicate with foreign customers (in order that) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… We ate lunch Then we went to Non Nuoc marble village to buy some souvenirs (after) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… This hand-embroidered picture was expensive We bought it (even though) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… This department store is an attraction in my city The products are of good quality (because) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… This is called a Chuong conical hat It was made in Chuong village (since) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… There are modern knitting machines The artisans in my village like using traditional looms (although) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Many children like to go to Bat Trang Ceramic village They can make their own pottery there (as) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… We have to follow more than ten stages We can make a simple conical hat (so that) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Sinh paintings are special They are burned after worship (since) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 10 We’ll have to phone you first Then we’ll organise the trip (before) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 11 We were visiting an old building They were going to a traditional market (while) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… XIII Choose A, B, C or D to complete each sentence The flower was _ out of a single piece of valuable wood A.carved B.moulded C.cast D.given In this town, they _ all the frames in steel A.make B.have C.mould D.cast She is skilled at _ cloth A.giving B.weaving C.doing D.carving If you like, I can _ flowers on the cushion covers for you A.grow B.make C.embroider D.knit Is it true that you _ this woollen hat yourself? A.knitted B.wove C.did D.carved The doll has been _ out of clay A.embroidered B.cast C.woven D.moulded I love going to this place _ it’s the quietest place in the city A.so B.though C.so that D.as They keep changing the decoration of the shop _ they can attract more young people A.so that B.because C.although D.when _ she’s young, she’s the most famous artisan in the village A.When B.Although C.Whereas D.In order to 10 Do you know who’s _ his pottery workshop? A.bringing out B.taking over C.passing down D.turning down 11 I’ve _ the product catalogue and decided to buy this table A.found out B.closed down C.looked through D.lived on 12 This sports centre is so small that it cannot _ the demands of local residents A.keep up with B.face up to C.deal about D.set up XIV Complete each sentence using the correct form of a phrasal verb form the box You don’t need to use all the verbs pass down live on deal with close down face up to get on with come back turn down We must …………………… the reality that our handicrafts are in competition with those of other villages I invited her to join our trip to Trang An, but she ……………… my invitation The craft of basket weaving is usually ………………………… from generation to generation Do you think we can ………………… selling silk scarves as souvenirs? They had to …………………… the museum because it’s no longer a place of interest What time did you ………………………………… from the trip last night? XV Complete the passage by filling each blank with the correct form of the word in brackets Some people ask me if I like living in my hometown The answer is certainly ‘yes’ The simple reason is that it has lots of (1 interest) ………………… places If you want to widen your knowledge of the past, you can go to the museum It’s a (2 history) ………………… building, with a big collection of valuable artefacts There is also a craft village in my hometown There, the (3 village) …………… make drums Their drums are not only famous in the (4 local) …………………, but also nationwide You can visit the old workshop, where drums are still made in the traditional way Some of them are huge! Another (5 attract) …………….………… in my hometown is the local library It’s an (6 educate) ………………… place where anyone can borrow books and take them home to read Besides, it also has a (7 read) ……………… club I’m one of its members, and we gather once a week to discuss what we’ve read together My hometown is also a (8 culture) ……………… centre, with many traditional festivals and activities I love it very much XVI Make sentences using the words and phrases below You can add extra words or make changes There/be/some/famous/pottery village/Viet Nam/as Chu Dau/Bat Trang/Bau Truc ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Bau Truc/one/old/pottery village/Southeast Asia ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… It/locate/ten/kilometre/Phan Rang City ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… There/young girl/twelve to fifteen years old/begin/learn/how/make/pottery ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… They know/how/make/pottery product/from/pot/to/small jar ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… XVII Match the phrasal verb (1-8) with their meaning (a-h) come back a stop doing business turn down b have a friendly relationship with somebody deal with c transfer from one generation to the next face up to d reject or refuse something get on with e return pass down f take action to solve a problem close down g have enough money to live live on h accept, deal with XVIII Complete the second sentence so that it has the similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given Where did you get the information about Disneyland Resort? find Where …………………………………………………………………………….? What time did you get out of bed this morning? up When …………………………………………………………………………… ? I’ll read this leaflet to see what activities are organised at this attraction look I'll ………………………………………………………………………………… They’re going to publish a guidebook to different beauty spots in Viet Nam out They're …………………………………………………………………………… I’m thinking with pleasure about the weekend! forward I'm ………………………………………………………………………………… ! XIX Complete the second sentence in each pair by putting the correct form of a verb from the box into each blank carve cast weave embroider knit mould 1.The artisan made this statue by pouring hot liquid bronze into a mould → The artisan ………………………… this statue in bronze 2.I’m decorating a cloth picture with a pattern of stitches, using coloured threads → I’m ……………………………… a picture 3.They made baskets by crossing strips of bamboo across, over, and under each other → They …………………………… baskets out of bamboo 4.My mum made this sweater for me from wool thread by using two bamboo needles → My mum ………………………………a wool sweater for me 5.He made this flower by cutting into the surface of the wood → He ……………………………… this flower from wood I took some clay and used my hands to make it into a bowl shape → I …………………………………… the clay into the desired shape XX Complete the passage with the words/ phrases from the box looked team-building zoo lunch interest looking forward to craft museum Last week we had a memorable trip to a new (1) ……………………on the outskirts of the city We were all (2) ……………………… the trip There are lots of wild animals, and they are looked after carefully Each species is kept in one big compound and the animals look healthy After we (3) ……………… round the animal zone, we gathered on a big lawn at the back of the zoo There we played some (4) ………………… games and sang songs Then we had a delicious (5) …………… prepared by Nga and Phuong In the afternoon, we walked to a (6) ………… nearby There is a big collection of handicrafts made by different (7) …………… villages I’m sure that the zoo will be our new place of (8) …………………… XXI Rewrite each sentence so that it contains the phrasal verb in brackets You may have to change the form of the verbs I don’t remember exactly when my parents started this workshop (set up) à…………………………………………………………………………………………… We have to try harder so that our handicrafts can stay equal with theirs (keep up with) à…………………………………………………………………………………………… What time will you begin your journey to Da Lat? (set off) à…………………………………………………………………………………………… We arranged to meet in front of the lantern shop at o’clock, but she never arrived (turn up) à…………………………………………………………………………………………… The artisans in my village can earn enough money from basket weaving to live (live on) à…………………………………………………………………………………………… Unit – City life I Choose the correct answer A, B, C or D to complete Mi’s email to her new friend, Alisa Dear Elisa, Thanks very much for your email It was fun to read about the places you find interesting I (1) like going to museums in my free time There are several museums in my city, but I like the Museum of Fine Arts the most I love art, so (2) I have free time, I go to this museum There's a great mix (3) art from across the eras, including some really impressive modern Vietnamese paintings What I especially like about the museum is that (4) of its galleries have an introduction in Vietnamese, English, and French It (5) that I can learn lots of English while enjoying the art works Another place of interest that I love is the (6) park It’s near my house, so I go there almost every day Sometimes I go for a walk around the park with my mother Sometimes I choose a beautiful place in it to sit and draw some sketches And sometimes I just sit (7) a bench, doing nothing, just watching people passing by It’s really relaxing I hope someday I’ll have a(n) (8) to visit your National Portrait Gallery and Hyde Park Until the next email, Mi A.don’t like B.interested in C.also D.will A.because B.though C.that D.when A.in B.of C.on D.with A.all B.one C.none D.not A.means B.shows C.proves D.tells A.locality B.small C.area D.local A.in B.at C.on D.with A.chance B.opportunity C.time D.choice II Match the word with its definition: a metropolitan tiredness from travelling across different time zones b jet lag an attraction c a feature that can be trusted d reliable belonging to a very large city e multicultural including people of different races, religions, languages, and traditions III Replace the words in italics with one of the words from the box crowded international local urban neighbouring There is not a lot of world ……………………………… news in this newspaper I my shopping in the neighbourhood …………………………… shops, not in the town centre At weekends the city centre is always packed ……………………… with people My friend’s family has just moved to a nearby ………………………… town There is far too much pollution nowadays in city …………………………………… areas IV Put one of the adjectives in the box in the blanket local delicious ancient historic helpful warm fascinating comfortable Dear Oggy, We’re having a fabulous time here in Hoi An You know, it’s a(n) (1) …………………… town 30 km from Da Nang The weather is very (2) ………… and sunny Our hotel is small but (3) ……………… The staff are friendly and (4) ………………… We’ve seen most of the sights of the town The street life here is (5) ……………… We’ve spent a lot of time wandering around and looking at the (6) ………………… temples, bridges, and houses We’ve also bought a lot of (7) ……………… souvenirs, crafts, and clothing Well, the street food in Hoi An is (8) ……………… and affordable I wish you could be here with us! Anyway, I hope things are good with you Lots of love, Jack V Put one of the adjectives in the box in the blanket annoying fashionable modern forbidden polluted cosmopolitan 1.She lives in one of the most …………………… parts of the city: there are lots of luxury shops there How ……………………… ! The roads are crowded and I’m stuck in a traffic jam You can’t stop here Parking is ……………………… in this street This city is very ………………………… , there are people here from all over the world The gallery downtown has regular exhibitions of ……………………… art Nhieu Loc canal in Ho Chi Minh City is much less ………………………… than before VI Complete the text with the most suitable form of the adjectives in the brackets Add the where necessary London is one of (1 large) …………………… cities in the world Its population is a lot (2 small) ………………… than Tokyo or Shanghai, but it is by far (3 popular) ……………… tourist destination London is probably most famous for its museums, galleries, palaces, and other sights, but it also includes a (4 wide) ………………range of peoples, cultures, and religions than many other places People used to say that it was (5 dirty) …………… city too, but it is now much (6 clean) ………… than it was To the surprise of many people, it now has some of (7 good) ……………… restaurants in Europe too For some people, this makes London (8 exciting) ………………………… city in Europe VII Underline the correct participle to complete each phrasal verb 1.The city has recently set up/off/out a library in the West Suburb I don’t think Fred gets over/through/on with Daniel They always argue You should take your hat in/over/off in the cinema Their children have all grown up/out/out of and left home for the city to work We were shown up/off/around the town by a volunteer student The town council decided to pull up/over/down the building, as it was unsafe VIII Underline the phrasal verbs in the sentences, and match their meaning from the box You don’t need the light on in here Turn it off, please They offered him a place at the company but he turned it down The doctor wanted to go over the test results with her patient Once you’ve finished cleaning, you can go on with your work When you come inside, you should take off your coat and hat The local meeting is on Oct 15th Put it down in your diary remove examine press the switch refuse make a note continue doing 1………………………….=……………………………… 2………………………….=……………………………… 3………………………….=……………………………… 4………………………….=……………………………… 5………………………….=……………………………… 6………………………….=……………………………… IX Put one word from the box in each gap noisy full crowded bored fabulous urban fascinating A big city is full of life City life is more modern and (1) …………………… than elsewhere It is usually very busy and (2) ……………………, even at night Life in a big city starts early in the morning Soon the roads are (3) ……………………of vehicles School children in their uniforms can be seen on the pavement, walking or waiting for buses People rush to work With every passing hour, the traffic goes on increasing The shops and the market places remain (4) ………………………… till the evening hours Certainly (5) ………………… life has certain charms It offers great opportunities and challenges, especially for the young There are lots of things to do, and facilities are well developed There are (6) ………………… places for amusement and recreation One never feels (7) …………… in a city X Read the text and find out eight phrasal verbs Match each of them with their definition from the box For her first evening’s work at the bar, Sarah dressed up She wore a black skirt and white blouse, as she had been told to look smart However, when she turned up, she found out that the manager had been less than honest with her about the job She had to serve the customers and also work in the kitchen Still, she decided to go on working at the bar for the time being After all, she was getting on well in the job Three months later, she saw an advertisement in the paper for a sales assistant at a department store She thought it over carefully, and decided to apply for it ‘But I won’t tell anyone until I’ve got the new job!’ she thought The prospect of doing something different cheered her up considerably consider continue ask for (a job) arrive make someone feel happier put on smart clothes make progress discover ………………………………… ask for (a job) ………………………………… make someone feel happier ………………………………… put on smart clothes ………………………………… discover ………………………………… continue ………………………………… arrive ………………………………… make progress ………………………………… consider XI Read the passage and answer the questions Which is the best city in the world to live in? Every year, the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) conducts a fascinating survey to determine which cities around the world “provide the best or worst living conditions” It uses factors such as climate, transport, education, safety, and recreational facilities in cities It gives scores for each, and ranks the cities in order – from the best to the worst For the year 2014, the top 10 cities came from Australia, Canada, Europe, and New Zealand Melbourne in Australia had the highest score, which means it is the most ‘liveable’ city Some famous cities came in the top 20, such as Tokyo (19th) and Paris (17th) Perhaps surprisingly, Osaka (13th) had the best score in Asia Cities with major conflicts tended to score the lowest In these countries, living conditions were the most difficult or dangerous Among the worst cities on the list were Dhaka in Bangladesh, Tripoli in Libya, and Douala in Cameroon However, some other organisations and individuals would like to add other factors to the index They say that a city’s green space, urban sprawl, natural features, cultural attractions, convenience, and pollution should be added to the list What factors are used by the EIU to rank the world’s cities? ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Where were some famous cities on the list? ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Why were Dhaka, Tripoli, and Douala ranked among the worst cities? ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Which was the most "liveable" city in Asia? ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… What are some factors that should be added to the index? ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… XII Complete each of sentence with the word given, using comparison Include any other necessary words 1.The last exhibition was not …………………………………… this one (INTERESTING) This city is developing ………………………… in the region (FAST) Let’s take this road It is ………………………… way to the city (SHORT) I was disappointed as the film was ………………… than I had expected (ENTERTAINING) You’re not a safe driver! You should drive …………………………… (CAREFULLY) XIII Complete each space with a phrasal verb from the list Change the form of the verb if necessary cheer up get over turn back find out turn down go on She ………………………… his invitation to the party and now he’s really upset What’s …………………… in the street over there? Open the door! Lots of fruit and vegetables will help you ……………………… your cold My brother was ………………………… with a trip to the zoo The road was jammed, so we had to ……………………… and find an alternative route I have ……………………… about a fabulous place where we can go for a picnic this weekend XIV Rewrite each sentence so that it has similar meaning and contains the word in capitals Don’t leave the lights on when you leave the classroom (OFF) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… Mai spent her childhood in a small town in the south (UP) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… Kathy checked the restaurant on her mobile phone (LOOKED) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… My grandmother has recovered from her operation (GOT) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… We are really expecting to see you again with pleasure.(LOOK) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… XV Use the correct from of the words given in brackets to complete the sentences Our city has some fashionable shops, but they are not very (afford) …………………………… Many people move to the city because they enjoy the (pleasure) ……………… and (convenience) ………………………life there New York is a multi-(culture) ………………… city It has people from all over the world living in it City authorities are spending (much) ………… and (much) …………… money on public transport to make it (good) ………………… - What’s the (small) ……………………… country in the world? - I think it’s Monaco XVI Choose A, B, C or D to complete each sentence When I turned up, the town hall was already _ of teenagers A.full B.packed C.crowded D.jammed She turned _ the new job in New York because she didn't want to move A.on B.down C.off D.up This city has one of the most _ underground rail networks in the world A.efficient B.fashionable C.cosmopolitan D.fascinated This laptop is much more user-friendly, but it costs _ the other one A.so much as B.as many as C.twice as much as D.twice as many Today’s cities are _ than cities in previous times A.lots larger B.much larger C.as large D.the largest After I found all the information I needed, I _ the computer A.turned off B.switched on C.looked for D.put off Japan is the _ developed country in the world A.most second B.second in most C.second most D.two most Factories and offices should be built in _ areas only A.rural B.coastal C.cultural D.urban XVII Complete each sentence (1-6) with an appropriate ending That’s enough for today – let’s go Tam had a good opportunity to show Our class are really looking He’d like to have more time to think Janet is very friendly and generally gets Halfway through the race, Phong found that he couldn't keep a the foreign visitors around his family’s workshop b on well with the people she works with c on with it tomorrow d up with the others any more e forward to having a trip to the National Park f over everything before he makes a decision XVIII Complete each sentence using the correct form of a verb form the box You don’t need to use all of them live turn break get give keep come take find go - Has Phuc arrived yet? - No, but I’m sure he ………………………… up soon My aunt never really ………………………………over the death of her pet dog It’s not easy to ………………… up smoking My uncle has tried to it lots of times without success Sorry, I don’t mean to interrupt you Please ………… on and finish what you are saying I enjoyed living in London, but it didn't really ……………… up to my expectations I’m sorry I’m late, but the car ………………… down on the way here, so I had to phone for a taxi You were going too fast! I couldn't …………………… up with you Remember to …………………… out how many people are coming to the party XIX Read the passages and answer the questions Venice Venice is a beautiful city in northeastern Italy It is called ‘The Floating City’ as it is built on 117 small islands This city has no roads Instead, people use boats to travel along the canals Flat-bottomed boats were once the main means of transport, but today motor boats are more popular In Venice, you can visit the famous Piazza San Marco with its world famous basilica, the lovely bridges over the narrow canals, and some of the best museums in Western Europe Los Angeles Los Angeles is the most populous city in California, and the second most populous city in the USA It is a global city, a centre of business, international trade, entertainment, culture, media, and fashion The Los Angeles area includes Hollywood, and leads the world in the creation of television productions, video games, and recorded music The weather here is usually dry and warm Visitors like to go to the film studios and to drive along Hollywood Boulevard There are also some good beaches near the city, such as Venice Beach What is special about Venice? ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Where’s Los Angeles? ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… What can visitors in Venice? ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Which city is famous for its entertainment industry? ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… XX Fill each blank with a suitable word to complete the passage If you live in a city, you will probably see many people, hear the noise of traffic, and smell the pollution (1) ………… cars and factories We are living in a new era in the history of the world Before this, most people were farmers They lived in small communities in the (2) ………… Now many people are leaving the farms and moving into the cities They are looking for (3) ………… jobs As a result, the cities are growing very quickly Most cities are becoming more (4) …………… People are driving more cars, burning more fuel, using more water, eating more food, making more garbage, and (5) …………… more things in factories than ever before Life in modern cities can bring many opportunities, but also many difficulties The authorities are trying to plan for a better future They are building new roads, putting (6) ……… new houses, looking for more water sources, and limiting growth in certain areas But people are still crowding into the cities faster (7) ………… the cities can take them The cities are (8) …………… out of space There are no easy answers to this problem XXI Choose the correct answer A, B, C or D for each gap in the passage Homelessness is a problem in many big cities in the world It occurs when a part of the population does not have any (1) place to call home Hundreds of millions of people in the world spend at least some time of the year homeless This is an issue that the authorities are trying to (2) However, there are (3) things that each person can to help those people One of the things that you can to help the homeless is to volunteer your time If you have a lot of free time, you might go on an extended trip to help (4) homes or improve an impoverished area Even with just a few hours a week, it is possible to make an impact in your own city You can also sign up to help at a (5) soup kitchen: most cities have a mission of some kind (6) food to the homeless and offering temporary shelter A.common B.regular C.unusual D.fixed A.deal with B.get over C.look through D.find out A.little B.less C.more D.fewer A.care for B.show around C.set up D.pull down A.urban B.central C.capital D.local A.cooking B.supporting C.helping D.serving XXII Complete the second sentence so that it has the similar meaning to the first sentence 1.This exhibition is much more interesting than the last one àThe last exhibition was not …………………………………………………………………………… The teacher says that no student in the school is noisier than I am àThe teacher says that I'm ……………………………………………………………………………… 3.This book is the least interesting I've ever read àI have never …………………………………………………………………………………………… I think Vung Tau City is the most ‘liveable’ city in Viet Nam XXII Read the passage and choose the best answer ROOTED IN THE PAST Good manners are a treasure to the people who possess them, as well as to the community they live in Manners are taught, learnt, and passed from generation to generation Even hundreds of years ago, children were taught to behave responsibly They learnt to respect seniority When they passed an object to another person, they had to use both hands When they entered a room, they had to bow and greet the oldest person first Boys learnt to work hard to support their families Girls learnt to housework, and to take care of others Loyalty and honesty were highly appreciated When they made a mistake, they would not let another person be punished for it That would be cowardly and mean They were taught that families were strong, and everybody should stick together in adversity Fortunately, many of these values have been well preserved They have contributed to making the unique Vietnamese culture, and strengthening our society Good manners are _ A.of great value B.of the community C.traditional D.only for the old What was seen as a boy’s main duty? A.to respect seniority B.to support his family C.to housework D.to share good things The sentence: ‘When they made a mistake, they would not let another person be punished for it,’ means they would _ A.deny their mistake B.admit their mistake C.keep it a secret D.be punished The underlined word ‘they’ refers to _ A.tradition B.generations C.children D.seniority ‘ cowardly and mean’ is used to describe _ behaviour A.acceptable B.good C.proper D.unacceptable This passage is about _ A.people who possess good manners B.what bad manners children in the past had C.the preservation of bad values D.good manners and their value XXIII Read the passage and choose the best answer to complete the passage As a child, Phong always dreamt of going (1) to study (2) he graduated from high school, his parents sent him over to New Zealand to attend college Phong was very happy that his dream finally (3) true When he first arrived in the country, Phong’s English was not very good and sometimes he did not (4) what other people said He also had difficulties in class because he was not familiar with the new teaching and learning method He felt (5) in this new place, and missed all his buddies in Viet Nam The food there was so different (6) what his mum used to cook for him And for the first time in his life, Phong had to think about his finances, and to plan his spending (7) But Phong was young and enthusiastic He learnt to (8) to this new environment After two years, Phong is now very (9) in English and has achieved the top academic award at his school He has a lot of friends from different countries He is even good (10) being able to earn money for his daily needs from his part-time job at a restaurant A.travelling B.abroad C.up D.foreign A.At B.During C.After D.While A.come B.become C.turned D.came A.understand B.like C.care D.consider A.happy B.interested C.desperate D.lonely A.to B.for C.as D.about A.freely B.careful C.carefully D.carelessly A.discover B.explore C.adapt D.adjust A.bad B.good C.smooth D.fluent 10 A.at B.than C.of D.that Unit – Wonders of Viet Nam I Fill each blank with the adjective from the box geological located/situated picturesque astounding administrative The hotel is beautifully ……………………………… in a quiet spot near the river It is a quiet fishing village with a ………………………… harbour The original size of the Forbidden City is ………………………… - it’s hard to believe This book is about …………………………… features of Viet Nam Ha Noi is the ……………………………… centre of our country II Match the nouns in A with their definitions in B A setting complex structure measures recognition B a a general word for a building of any kind b the place where something is and the general environment around it c an acceptance that something exists, is true, or is valuable d a group of connected buildings that are designed for a particular purpose e official actions that are done in order to achieve a particular aim III Fill each blank with the noun from the box setting complex structure measures recognition This ……………………… has been standing since the 15th century The government must take …………………… to preserve historical sites in the area I like a hotel in a beautiful ……………………… of landscaped gardens The Imperial Citadel of Thang Long is a ……………… that consists of royal palaces and monuments There is a growing …………………… that protecting natural wonders has financial benefits as well as cultural importance IV Write answers to the following questions using suggest + V-ing/ clause with should and the prompts in brackets A: Have you thought of recycling? B: I suggest ……………………………………………… (recycle things such as bags, cans, and bottles) A: What should we to protect and preserve our man-made wonders? B: I suggest ……………………………………………………………………….……………………………… (the government/ limit/the number of visitors/every day) A: What should we to conserve forests? B: …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… (control/deforestation) A: What should we to protect valuable things in pagodas and temples? B: …………………………………………………………………………………… ……………… (put/these valuable things/ in high-security places) A: What should we to restore our aging man-made wonders? B: …………………………………………………………………………… …………………(raise/money) A: What should we to prevent global warming? B: ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… (reduce/smoke/exhaust fumes) V Match the adjectives in A with their definitions in B A B 1.located a so surprising that it is difficult to believe 2.picturesque b in a particular position or place 3.astounding c relating to the work of managing a country or an institution 4.geological d pretty and unchanged by time 5.administrative e relating to the rocks that make up the Earth’s surface VI Read an article about Perfume pagoda and answer the questions Perfume Pagoda is a religious site as well as being a great sight-seeing spot in Viet Nam It is situated in Huong Son Commune, My Duc District, Ha Noi It is a vast complex of Buddhist temples and shrines, including Den Trinh (Presentation Shrine) and Thien Tru (Heaven Kitchen) Pagoda, in the limestone Huong Tich mountains The centre of this complex is the Perfume Temple, also called Chua Trong (Inner Temple), located in Huong Tich Cavern It is thought that the first temple was built on the current site of Thien Tru in the 15th century during the reign of Le Thanh Tong Over the years some of its structures which were in ruins have been restored or replaced Many Vietnamese works of literature, both old and modern, have made Perfume Pagoda their focus It has also provided backdrops for many famous paintings Its beauty has been used as a theme of many famous songs and a topic of lyric poetry Nowadays during its festival (from the middle of January to the middle of March on the lunar calendar), Perfume Pagoda attracts large numbers of pilgrims from all over Viet Nam Where is the Perfume Pagoda located? ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… What does the complex of the Perfume Pagoda include? ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Where is the centre of this complex located? ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… What is special about the beauty of the Perfume Pagoda? ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Who visits the Perfume Pagoda during its religious festival? ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… VII Underline the correct word in each sentence A fortress/cathedral is a building that has been made stronger and protected against attack From Port Eynon, the cement/limestone cliffs extend for five or six miles to Worms Head A cavern/bay is a cave that is big enough for humans to go inside Hue’s most outstanding attractions are the emperors’ tombs/graves VIII Fill each blank with the noun from the box setting complex structure measures recognition The new leisure ……………………… includes a swimming pool, a sauna, and a gym There are …………………… in place to reduce the damage to man-made wonders Hoi An town gained UNESCO’s ………………… as a World Heritage Site in 1999 The pagoda is located in a rural ……………………… The …………………………… has been restored over the years IX Rewrite the following sentences using passive voice They expect more than 100,000 people will attend the festivals at the Perfume Pagoda this year ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… People have reported that Thien Duong is the longest cave in Viet Nam ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… People believe the Perfume Pagoda was built during the reign of Le Thanh Tong in the 15th century ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… People say Ha Long Bay is one of the most extraordinary natural wonders you will ever see ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… People hope many defensive measures will be taken to protect and preserve our man-made wonders ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… .X Choose A, B, C or D to complete each sentence All the best theatres and restaurants are _ within a few minutes' walk of each other A.laid B.situated C.seated D.stood Would you like to live in a modern house or a(n) _ cottage? A.picturesque B.awful C.terrible D.bad A _ is a solid figure or object, made by carving or shaping wood, stone, clay, etc A.painting B.sculpture C.medal D.picture Ho Chi Minh City has been divided into twenty-four _ divisions since December 2003 A.administer B.administration C.administrative D.administrator A _ is a castle on high ground in or near a city, where people could go when the city was being attacked A.cathedral B.monument C.centre D.citadel The station building used to be a high wooden _ with a curved roof A.facility B.carriage C.complex D.structure The new sports _ has six tennis courts A.complex B.match C.medium D.game The local government is introducing tougher _ to preserve historical sites A.measures B.actions C.plans D.steps The pagoda is in a beautiful _, close to the sea A.spaces B.setting C.tower D.set 10 There is general _ that Vietnamese students lack knowledge of the natural, or man-made, wonders of Viet Nam A.accepting B.saying C.recognition D.undertaking XI Match the words in A with their definitions in B A B man-made A good or unusual, and therefore worth remembering, or easy to remember 2.former B very impressive 3.vast C used to exist in earlier times 4.spectacular D extremely large in area, size, or amount 5.unforgettable E made by people; not natural XII Read the two paragraphs below and fill each blank with the words/ phrases from the box structures former surrounded culture ride The Ancient Town of Hoi An Listed as a World Heritage Site in 1999, Hoi An is the (1) ……………… main port of Viet Nam dating back to the 16th century Today, most of its historic (2) ……………………… have been preserved as landmarks There are many things you can there For example, you can walk down the streets, (3) …………………… by the atmosphere of times gone by You should visit the town during the full moon, when the shop owners turn off the lights and decorate the streets with candle lanterns You can also take a sampan (4) ………… down the Song Do River, hunting traces of foreign traders such as the Japanese, Chinese, and Dutch who made Hoi An a centre of (5) ………………… in old Viet Nam archaeological destination base beauty history Ly Son Island Although it isn't well-known to most people planning their Viet Nam trips, Ly Son Island is a terrific beach (6) …………………… in the centre of the Vietnamese East Sea Beside its natural beauty, Ly Son has its own rich (7) ………………… Researchers have found a lot of (8) ……………… evidence there of the presence of people from the ancient Sa Huynh culture dating back thousands of years The Cham empire also once used Ly Son as a transshipment (9) ………………… Being a former volcanic field, Ly Son has a pristine (10) …………………… that not many other islands in Viet Nam can match XIII Rewrite the sentences below in the impersonal form of the passive People expect that the report will suggest some major reforms → It is expected ………………………………………………………………………………………… → The…………… ………………………………………………………………………………………… They say that he invented the digital camera → It is said ……………………………………………………………………………………………… → He…………… ………………………………………………………………………………………… Scientists have discovered that there is water on Mars → It has been …………………………………………………………………………………………… → There…………… ………………………………………………………………………………………… We expect the professor to arrive this morning → It is expected ………………………………………………………………………………………… → The …………… ………………………………………………………………………………………… Many employers consider computer skills to be more important than work experience → It is considered ……………………………………………………………………………………… →Computer …………… ………………………………………………………………………………………… XIV Read the passage and put the verbs in brackets into the correct passive tense It (1 announce) ……………………… by the police last night that three men (2 arrest) ………………………………………… in relation to the robbery at a jeweller’s on Hang Bai Street It (3 report) ………………………… that jewellery costing more than 500,000,000 VND (4 steal) ………………………… from the shop last Tuesday afternoon It (5 know) ………… that at least four people were involved in the dawn raid Three armed men stormed into the jeweller’s, and ordered the customers and the shop owner to lie down on the floor They filled up two big bags with valuable pieces of jewellery It (6 say) ……………… that the three men then ran outside and (7 drive) ………….…… away in a red car by a fourth man It (8 widely rumour) ………………………… that the three suspects (9 hold) ……………… in the city centre police station Members of the general public who may have information about the crime (10 ask) ………………………… to contact the police on 0483456789 XV Fill in the gaps with the words from the box worth worth sounds best must good recommend bother visiting about heard best Don’t wouldn’t definitely tips know useful Don’t ……………… going to the museums It isn’t really ………………… visiting there 3…………………… drink the water I …………………… eat anything that’s sold in the street It’s probably …………………… to use rickshaws to get around I’d ………………………… using the trains You should ………………………… see the Perfume Pagoda That’s well …………………… seeing You really ……………………… go to Ho Chi Minh City 10 What’s the …………………… way to get around? 11 Do you know any ……………………… places to stay? 12 Is there anything else worth ………………… ? 13 What …………………… the places outside Hue City? 14 Have you got any other………………… ? 15 That’s good to ………………………… 16 That …………………………… good 17 Thanks, that’s really ……………………… 18 Yes, that’s what I’ve …………………… before XVI Read the paragraph and choose the best answer After an enormous breakfast at a restaurant in Quy Nhon, you will be driven to (1) Hue, which served as the (2) capital of Viet Nam during the 19th and early 20th centuries You will travel north to Da Nang to visit the Cham Museum, home of the largest (3) of Cham sculptures in Viet Nam, then continue on to Hue, stopping (4) the sensational Marble Mountain and Non Nuoc Beach The road begins to wind as you make your way up the (5) Hai Van Pass, pausing at the top to admire the (6) view of Lang Co Beach When arriving in Hue, you should definitely visit the Imperial Citadel This royal (7) was once badly damaged, but it was later listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and has been undergoing extensive (8) in recent years You can have a wander through the many residences and other buildings within the fascinating citadel, once only (9) to the royal family and oficials In the evening, you can take a pleasant (10) along the Perfume River A.historical B.historic C.history A.emperor B.imperial C.empire A.contribution B.grouping C.collection A.in B.on C.at A.special B.spectacular C.particular A.stun B.stunning C.stunned A.residence B.resident C.residential A.renovations B.renovating C.renovated A.allowable B.accessible C.admissible 10 A.stroll B.trek C.hike XVII Read the paragraph and choose the best answer Being overshadowed by Ha Long Bay to the north, Cat Ba Island is often left out of the itineraries of the majority of travellers coming to Viet Nam Nevertheless, Cat Ba Island is one of the most underrated destinations in Viet Nam The massive island of Cat Ba is a fantastic destination for ecotourism and adventure activities in Northern Viet Nam Cat Ba National Park, which was established on 31st March 1986, is one of the most ecologically diverse national parks in Viet Nam The park possesses seven different ecosystems, both underwater and inland It is home to thirty-two types of mammals, along with seventy bird species, and more than a thousand species of plants, hundreds of which can be used as medicines There are several different hiking and trekking routes through rugged and forested mountain within Cat Ba National Park These routes are also divided by different levels of difficulty, so travellers don’t have to be worried if their fitness is not very good In addition, travellers can take a side visit to explore the exquisite Trung Trang cave, or discover the traditional village of Viet Hai Many travellers choose not to visit Cat Ba Island because _ A.they think Ha Long Bay is much better B.it is not a good destination for tourism C.there is too much rain there D.it is too far from Ha Long Bay Cat Ba Island is suitable for _ A.scientific research and exploration B.ecotourism and adventure activities in Northern Viet Nam C.experiencing urban life D.many indoor activities Which of the following is NOT true about Cat Ba National Park according to the passage? A.Hiking and trekking in Cat Ba National Park requires a high level of fitness B.It is one of the most diverse national parks in Viet Nam C.There are seven different ecosystems in Cat Ba National Park D.It was established in 1986 The word "rugged" in the passage is closest in meaning to _ A.even B.smooth C.flat D.uneven The word "exquisite" in the passage is closest in meaning to _ A.quiet B.ugly C.plain D.beautiful XVIII Read the text and answer the questions that follow Ke Ga Cape, which is about twenty-five kilometres from the city of Phan Thiet, is often overlooked by the majority of travellers coming to Viet Nam Therefore, the peacefulness of this coastal area has been preserved If you want to experience the ‛real’, unspoiled side of Viet Nam, we highly recommend that you add Ke Ga Cape to your ‛places to visit’ list Once you’ve arrived at Ke Ga Cape, its attractions are immediately obvious Most travellers are attracted by the sight of its untouched cliffs spreading out along the coast and the sound of the casuarina trees rustling in the breeze On sunny days, you will be enthralled by the harmonious tones of the sea and sky, and the sight of clouds embracing the mountain peaks You can also admire the splendid sunrise, and later go for a walk to enjoy the mesmerising sunset The red-yellow rays of the sun reflected in the waves paint an enchanting picture of the pristine Ke Ga Cape Sometimes, it may be hard for you to distinguish where the sky ends and the sea begins If you want to get to Ke Ga Lighthouse, taking a canoe is highly recommended because it is quick, convenient, and safe Ke Ga Lighthouse is worth a visit during your Viet Nam tour, if you want to experience daily life in a fishing village The locals are very friendly, warm-hearted, and sincere Not surprisingly, they will often invite you to join them for a meal of their freshly caught seafood, which will definitely awaken your taste buds Why has the peacefulness of Ke Ga Cape been preserved? → ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… To whom is Ke Ga Cape highly recommended? → ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… What attracts most travellers to Ke Ga Cape? → ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Why is taking a canoe highly recommended if you want to get to Ke Ga Lighthouse? → ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… What are the locals in Ke Ga Lighthouse like? → ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… XVIII.Read this itinerary of a trip to Lao Cai, and decide whether the statements are true or false Itinerary Night 1: Ha Noi night train to Lao Cai At 20:00 you are collected and driven to the railway station for the 21:10 train to Lao Cai Stay overnight on train Day 1: Lao Cai – Sa Pa - Sin Chai - Cat Cat - Y Linh Ho When you arrive at Lao Cai station, you will be met by a local guide and a driver Have breakfast at a local restaurant, then start your journey to Sa Pa You will be transported down the hill to Sin Chai village, home of the Black Hmong people Here you can start the journey up the Hoang Lien mountains Once you reach the summit, you will trek along a small trail with spectacular views, and then gradually descend to Cat Cat village In the afternoon, you take a trail sneaking through the Hoang Lien mountains You will enjoy spectacular scenery while walking along a narrow river eventually arriving in Y Linh Ho village There you can rest in a scenic spot near the beautiful river You will stay overnight in Y Linh Ho, either in a local house, or camping in a tent depending on the season Day 2: Y Linh Ho - Lao Chai - Ta Van Today’s trek will continue along the Hoang Lien mountain range You will have many opportunities to enjoy views over the huge rice paddy terraces in Muong Hoa valley Have lunch at a scenic spot, then descend into the bottom of the valley You will pass through Lao Chai, a Black Hmong village, and then Ta Van village, where Giay people live You will spend the night in a traditional house of the Giay people There, you can take a walk to enjoy the scenery of the valley as well as swim in the river nearby Day 3: Ha Noi arrival Arrive in Ha Noi at 05:00 Return to your hotel on your own End of the tour 1.When arriving at Lao Cai station, you will be met and transferred to a local restaurant for breakfast 2.Cat Cat village is on the top of the Hoang Lien mountains 3.You will stay overnight in Y Linh Ho in a local hostel 4.Sin Chai is a village of Black Hmong people 5.You can enjoy views over the huge rice paddy terraces in Muong Hoa valley 6.You will have lunch in the Muong Hoa valley 7.Ta Van is a village populated by Giay people 8.When arriving in Ha Noi at 05:00, you will be taken back to your hotel by a driver Unit – Viet Nam: Then and now I Write sentences in the passage voice, using the suggested words You can change the order of the words We/suggest/that/the government/limit/the number/visitors/daily → ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… I/suggest/that/control/the deforestation → ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… I/suggest/that/reduce/smoke/exhaust fumes → ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… I/suggest/that/raise/money/charity → ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… I/suggest/that/put/valuable/things/high-security/places → ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… II Match the words in A with their meanings in B A B 1.celebration of an important year a missing very interesting b conditions not there c anniversary situations d improved got better e proper real f fascinating III Complete the correct form of the words in the box which has the same meaning as the words in brackets gradual slight dramatic considerable significantly There have been ……… differences in the country’s policies as compared to two years ago (minor) The traffic system in Ha Noi has been ……………………………… upgraded over the last ten years (suddenly and to a great degree) Vietnamese people’s lives have been ……………………… improved (enough to make a difference) There have been …………………………… changes in the way people work (quite large) There has been a ………………… increase in people’s income over the last ten years (little by little) IV Complete the correct form of the words in the box tram underpass tunnel elevated walkways skytrain Hai Van …………………… is 6.28 km long Thanks to the ………………………………, pedestrians can be much safer A ………………………… is a bridge that carries one road over another one The railroad track that runs overhead is known as a ……………………… flyover A road or path that goes under another road or railroad track is called an …………………………… The clanging sound of the Ha Noi …… in the 1970s has gone deep into people’s collective memory V Match the words/phrases in A with their definitions in B A B 1.extended family A parents and children living together as a family unit 2.tolerant B able to accept what other people say or even if you not agree with it 3.cooperative C willing to what you are told to 4.sympathetic D kind to somebody who is hurt or sad; showing that you understand and care about their 5.obedient problems 6.nuclear family E working together with others towards a shared aim F more than two generations living together as a family unit VI Complete the correct form of the words/ phrases in the box obedient extended family cooperative sympathetic tolerant nuclear family Our grandparents used to live in an ………………………… My mother is a …………………… woman She always cares about how we feel The boys are willing to what you want them to They are really …………………… 4.She is …………………… with her children even when they misbehave Nowadays the …………………… is becoming more common in the cities Having students work in groups, she hoped they could learn to be …………………… VII Ask and answer the questions using the cues What/family groups/Vietnamese people/live in before 1990? …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… - They/live/extended family …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… How/people in Viet Nam/travel/before the first motorbike/imported? …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… - They/travel/bicycle …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… How/Vietnamese people/live/before the open-door policy in 1986? …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… - They/had/harder life …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Where/your family/spend/holidays/before 2005? …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… - We/holidays/Viet Nam/only/before then …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Who/rule/Viet Nam right before the Tran dynasty? …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… - Ly Chieu Hoang/rule/before the Tran dynasty …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… VIII Match the first half of the sentence 1-6 with the second half a-f It was smart of her 2.It was brave of him 3.It was kind of her 4.It was unprofessional of her 5.It is useful for us 6.It is hard for us a to stay in the old house alone the whole night b to lend me her book c to get along with people from other cultures d to know about how our people used to live in the past e to be late for the meeting f to be able to solve the maths problem VI Complete the blank with one adjective in the box More than one adjective can be used glad sure sorry certain confident astonished pleased relieved surprised I was …………………………… to meet my best friend yesterday He is ……………………… to have so little time for his family They were ………………………… to finish their last performance She’s ……………………… to get the job The interview went really well The mother was …………………………… to hear that her smart son failed the exam All the students were …………………………… to have passed the exams VII Create one sentence by combining each pair of sentence using subject + be + ajd + that clause The traffic problems of the city had been solved The Prime Minister was pleased The Prime Minister ………………………………………………………………………………… We did well in the exam We were relieved about that We …………………………………………………………………………………………………… I am sorry about the school facilities our parents had They were very poor I ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… Everyone was glad The government had decided to invest more in education Everyone …………………………………………………………………………………………… It will be much safer to have elevated walkways and underpass systems for pedestrians Everyone is aware of this Everyone ……………………………………………………………………………………………… Life in the countryside has improved considerably All of us are delighted about that All of us ……………………………………………………………………………………………… VIII Read the text and the tasks that follow THE TRAM SYSTEM IN HA NOI: THEN AND NOW Ha Noi had its first tramways in 1990 The tram system was a major means of transport in the city for nine decades and thus the image of the tram and its clanging sounds have gone deep into the hearts and minds of Hanoians Since it was convenient and cheap to get around the city and to the suburban areas by tram, the system was very popular However, due to the population boom and the need for a wider road system, the last rail track was removed Now, after more than 20 years, the population of Ha Noi has risen from about two million people to more than six million people; therefore, the number of vehicles on the roads has increased dramatically To meet the increasing travel demands, Ha Noi is launching its first skytrain system, connecting Cat Linh and Ha Dong The system is expected to begin operations by 2016, with initial four-compartment skytrains Furthermore, a new rail system project including around eight kilometres of skytrain rail and four kilometres of subway rail, connecting Ha Noi Central Station and Nhon, has also been under construction and is expected to be completed in a few years a Answer the questions In which century was the tram system built? ……………………………………………………………………………………… What was the role of the tram system in Ha Noi? ……………………………………………………………………………………… When was the system removed? ……………………………………………………………………………………… What has happened to Ha Noi’s population over the last two decades? ……………………………………………………………………………………… How has the tram system in Ha Noi been improved recently? ……………………………………………………………………………………… b Decide if the sentences are True (T) or False (F) 1.The purpose of the passage is to persuade people to go by skytrain 2.Hanoians were deeply attached to their tram system 3.The tram system of Ha Noi only operated in the downtown area 4.There has been a sharp increase in the number of vehicles in Ha Noi 5.The new skytrain has been running for two years IX Complete the sentences with the words/ phrases in the box Rubber sandals extended facilities trenches nuclear She lived in a(n) ……………………………family, so she didn’t have much privacy We live in a …………………… family with only my parents and me Our children didn’t have good learning ……………… like computers, CD players, or laboratories during the 1980s ………………………… used to be an image associated with our soldiers in the past Classrooms made of mud and straw with ……………… all around used to be common in Viet Nam during the war X Read the passage and fill in the gap with a suitable word from the box tolerant caring disobedient understanding sympathetic extended nuclear share I used to go to a school for the gifted in Ho Chi Minh City My house was far away, so I had to live with my relatives It was an (1) …………………… family with ten people and a cousin of my age My mother was worried because I came from a (2) ………………… family – much smaller and less complicated I was a very (3) ……………………… girl – the type of person who never does what they are told I was even envious when my cousin got higher grades Luckily, my relatives were actually very (4) ………………………… and (5) ……………………… , and my cousin herself was a (6) ……………… girl She didn’t get too upset by my bad behaviour Just as (7) …………… as her mother, she was ready to lend a hand in my study and to take care of me when I was ill After three years with them, I also learnt that to get along with members in a big family, I should learn how to (8) ……… XI Complete the sentences with the appropriate adjectives from the box More than one word in each sentence necessary certain sure sorry hopeful important convinced confident It is …………………………… to value the improved living conditions we have today She was …………………… the skytrain system would solve the traffic problems in the city The government is …………………… that our education system will be improved significantly by the year 2020 We are all …………………that pollution is getting more and more serious We were ………………………… to have heard about the poor living conditions back then I am ………………… that the clanging sounds of the trams in Ha Noi will stay in our hearts forever XI Correct the italised text where necessary We had finally finished the school year and Trang asked me to go to Da Nang by train with her I thought that (1) it was dangerous to go by ourselves since we were just fifteen But Trang (2) was confident that she take me there safely Moreover, our (3) parents were too busy to go with us, so they (4) were happy let us go They even took us to Ha Noi Station and left us there with all the luggage and tickets I (5) was still worried that we would get lost, but Trang (6) was pleased to be allowed to go on her own We both (7) felt that it was more convenient to go by night train because we could sleep during the night When we arrived, I (8) was astonished that the city be very different from what I saw five years earlier, and I was so relieved that we had arrived safe and sound as she promised ………………2……………….3………………… 4……………………… ………………6……………….7………………… 8……………………… XII Complete the sentences with the words/ phrases in the box uniforms thatched houses tiled roofs facilities trenches straw hats Fifty years ago, we had very few schools and the rows of classrooms looked like …………………… During wartime, all around the rows of classrooms there were …………… so that children could shelter from bombs Modern classrooms are well equipped with various …………… including bookshelves, cassette players, or computers In the past, school children didn't often wear ………………… like they today The only things that made school children in the past look alike were their ………………… and rubber sandals In the past, many classrooms in Viet Nam were made of mud and straw and few had ……………… XIII Rewrite the following sentences using adjectives or adverbs showing degree of change The school facilities have been improved a lot within the last three years → There have been ……………………………………………………………………………………… There is a minor increase in the number of children going to school this year →The number …………………………………………………………………………………………… The number of nuclear families in the countryside has risen little by little → The number …………………………………………………………………………………………… There has been quite a large reduction in the number of poor families in the countryside → There has been ………………………………………………………………………………………… The number of students attending university in Viet Nam has grown very much in recent years → There has been a ……………………………………………………………………………………… Though the pace of life in the countryside has not changed as rapidly as in the city, the changes seem significant → In spite of ……………………………………………………………………………………………… XIV Read the passage and fill in the gap with a suitable word from the box cooperation tolerant privacy nuclear disobedient annoying patient I wish I were living in a (1) ……… family, with just my parents At the moment my grandparents, my parents, my uncle’s family, and my two siblings all live together in the same house I feel that I don’t have much (2) … I have to share almost everything with so many people, and the most (3) ……………………… thing is the television time Everyone has different ideas about what to watch What’s more, there is no (4) …………………… when it comes to decision making Most of the time, the elders make the decisions, and the younger family members just have to go along with it If I raise my voice, people consider me (5) ……………… , but if I try to be (6) ……………… of the situation, I feel that I’m not myself Because of my living situation, I’ve learnt to be (7) ………… …… and easy-going XV Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning as the first one She was so unprofessional that she didn’t prepare for the presentation → It was …………………………………………………………… ………… It was confident of her to say that she would win first prize → She was …………………………………………………………………………………… Our teacher was relieved when he heard that all of his students had made progress → Our teacher ……………………………………………………………………………… It was surprising for me to learn that he is the only child in his family → I was ……………………………………………………………………………………… They know very well that physical education is an important school subject → They are …………………………………………………………………………………… The mother was happy when she learned that her daughter had enjoyed herself at the party → The mother ………………………………………………………………………………… XVI Each of the following sentences as a mistake in it Find and correct it It was kind to her to consider other people’s interests when making decisions It is hard for a country that develop its economy with poor resources The students are conscious that they be closely monitored They are annoyed that considered the slowest group Visitors were surprised that find dramatic changes in the country within a very short time Passers-by are delighted to the new underpass is being built XVII Rewrite the following sentences using the words in brackets 1.There are many benefits of building a skytrain system in the city (beneficial) → ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 2.It is advantageous to invest more in education (advantages) → ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3.The number of well-equipped schools has increased sharply (sharp) → ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4.The traffic system in the country has gradually been upgraded in the last decade (gradual) → ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 5.The quality of life of people in the countryside has also been improved significantly (significant) → ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6.Recently there has been a considerable rise in investment in school facilities (considerably) → ………………………………………………………………………………………………… XVIII Read the paragraph and choose the best answer The railway system in Viet Nam was first built in 1899, when Viet Nam was still a French colony The total (1) _ of the railroad is over 3,000 km, with the main route being the North-South (2) , which is 1,726 km long This track was considered the backbone of Indochina at the time Now, the rail system (3) 35 out of the 63 cities and provinces of Viet Nam However, the system was (4) damaged by bombings during the war In 1975, after the reunification of the north and the south, the Vietnamese government decided to (5) the system In the space of a year, hundreds of bridges, tunnels, and stations were restored, along with 660 km of tracks The new and improved system was (6) the Thong Nhat Express Thanks to the rail system, travelling from north to south has become much more (7) for tens of thousands of people In the past, in order to be able to buy train tickets people had to wait in long lines Now, (8) can buy tickets online, or at the central station, without having to wait that long A.long B.length C.wide D.will A.Railway B.Road C.Route D.Way A.uncovers B.discovers C.covers D.stretches A.seriously B.importantly C.serious D.very A.build B.restore C.grow D.upgrade A.recalled B.known C.considered D.renamed A.convenient B.uncomfortable C.harder D.modern A.buyers B.visitors C.passengers D.attendants XIX Read the text and the tasks that follow The London Underground, or the Tube, is the popular public transportation system of London The concept for the London Underground was first proposed in the 1830s, by a lawyer called Charles Pearson However, not until 1863 was the first section of the Underground built, and opened to the public On its opening day, it transported 38,000 passengers, and within the first year it had been used by 9.5 million passengers The system has been improved significantly over the past century, and now it includes twelve lines serving Greater London, operating from 5.00 am through to 1.00 am, Monday to Saturday On Sundays, it operates a reduced service For the passengers’ convenience, the system is also interconnected with the overground train network, which links to other parts of the country outside London To enable passengers to get around easily, London Underground maps are distributed freely at all stations Along with a plan of the Tube system, the free maps contain useful tips for safe and efficient travelling The map itself is a design classic, with the various lines indicated in different colours, and clearly indicated junctions showing the stations where passengers can change between lines a Match the words/phrases with their meanings a significantly b proposed c interconnected d tips e indicated f junctions 1.shown, or otherwise made clear 2.in a way that is important enough to have an effect on something 3.suggested 4.places where roads or lines join up 5.small pieces of advice about something practical 6.connected to, or with, similar things b Decide if the sentences are True (T) or False (F) 1.It was first proposed by a famous London architect 2.The system was opened to the public in the 18th century 3.The system operates around the clock 4.It is convenient to travel on the Tube because it connects with the rail system above the ground 5.London Tube maps are provided free of charge at every station 6.There are twelve lines in the Underground system 7.You have to pay for tips about London Tube travelling Review I Fill in the gaps with the words from the box a an acceptance e living standards b respect for seniority c earthen room d entertain themselves f preserve our traditions g geological museum h historic wonders 1.Children in my time used to …………………… by playing with things they could find in nature 2.The word ‘recognise’ is used to show ……………… that something exists, is true, or is valuable 3.The Grand Canyon in the USA is claimed to be a huge ……………………… 4.These annual festivals are held to help …………………… 5.This is a photo of my school forty years ago It’s a small ………… surrounded by paddy fields 6.The Tower of London is evidence that protecting ………… has both financial and historical benefits 7.The …………………… in the countryside have considerably improved in the last ten years 8.Most Asian countries place a great value on …………………………… II Use the correct from of the words given in brackets to complete the sentences An ……………… family includes several generations living together in the same house (extend) It’s a tradition in Viet Nam that the juniors have to ………………… the seniors (obedient) Traffic jams in most big cities are getting more and more serious, and it’s hard to find a proper ……… …… (solve) What should we to …………………… our man-made wonders? (preservation) Thien Mu Pagoda is a famous …………… spot in Hue, an ancient city in central Viet Nam (religion) Ha Long Bay has been ……………………by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site (recognition) Customs and traditions make a great ………………… to the unique culture of a country (contribute) Many ethnic people in mountainous areas are …………… They can’t read or write (illiteracy) III Choose A, B, C or D to complete each sentence 1.There will be a lot of work to in this preservation project I _ forming a team of five A.suggesting B.suggest C.suggest that D.to suggest 2. _ that the most-visited place in Hue is the Royal Citadel A.It reports B.People are reported C.It is D.It is reported 3.It’s not easy _ the origin of that ballad A.trace back B.to trace back C.tracing back D.that to trace back 4.We are all certain that these Roman ruins _ well preserved A.should B.is C.should be D.to be 5.It is said that Edinburgh _ the most historic city in Great Britain A.are B.to be C.be D.is 6.Many scientists suggest that the government _ strict laws to control deforestation A.applied B.applying C.should apply D.applies IV Complete the wishes for the situations 1.My friend Veronica is now participating in an international summer camp in Brazil I’d love to be with her → I wish ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 2.The traditional markets in my town have been replaced with supermarkets I really miss them → I wish ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 3.Nha Trang is said to be a very friendly tourist city, but I’ve never been to it → I wish ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 4.My sister suggests that I should learn ceramic painting I’d love to but I don’t have time for it → I wish ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 5.It’s a beautiful day, and I’m at home writing an essay How boring! → I wish ……………………………………………………………………………………………… V Choose A, B, C or D to complete each sentence 1.It is important to _the wonders of the world so that future generations can see them with their own eyes A.destroy B.ignore C.remain D.preserve 2.You don't have to go to a supermarket for that Just wait for a street _ to go past, and buy it A.person B.vendor C.supplier D.purchaser 3.Production methods in the village are normally _ from ancestors to the younger generations A.passed away B.passed out C.passed up D.passed down 4.It is important to decide if promotion should be based on merit or _ A.gender B.year C.seniority D.weight 5.It's a great experience to be sitting comfortably in a _ pulled by someone through the ancient streets A.bicycle B.rickshaw C.car D.train 6.Working in a place full of hustle and bustle like this, I can't help missing my tranquil and _ village A.picturesque B.modern C.loud D.ugly 7.The scenery is _ when viewed from the mountain top It feels like your breath is being taken away A.nice B.good C.spectacular D.peaceful 8. _ by the sea, the country has the advantage of having a large coastal area A.Situating B.Located C.Locating D.Stood 9.I love it when we go to see plays, and try to _ when we get back home A.play B.role-play C.act them out D.act 10.It is hard for people of different _ to get along in an extended family A.generations B.genders C.blood D.families VI Match the sentences (1-10) with the sentences that have roughly the same meaning (a-j) 1.Who you take after? A He’s the man you should consult 2.You should take out ‛quality’ B.I really hope you have a good time 3.This is the man you have to talk to C Be careful, boy! 4.You mustn’t smoke in here D Don’t forget to clean it! 5.I didn’t email him E Who you resemble? 6.I hope you enjoy yourself F Don’t keep holding that! 7.She has finished the essay, but I haven’t G I only sent him a text message 8.Put that down! H.The word ‛quality’ should be omitted 9.Remember to wash it! I I am worrying about the essay 10.Watch out, boy! J You are not allowed to smoke in here VII Each of the following sentences as a mistake in it Find and correct it 1.I used to having a very good time with my grandparents when I was a child 2.They are getting used to walking to school in two months 3.I wish I can go to see all the wonders which have been recognised by UNESCO 4.They wished that time will be turned back so that they could go kite-flying with other kids 5.He suggested to go to Phong Nha Cave since it’s a famous natural wonder of Viet Nam 6.It was reported that the city had invested more on the preservation of it’s wonders 7.It is annoying that many of the village's customs have replaced with new ones 8.The doctor suggested that he should drink more water, and took a lot of rest 9.The environmentalist suggest planting more trees to improve the city’s landscape and the environment as well 10.I am confident that life in the country has improved significant in the last five years VIII Put an appropriate word in each gap in the following passage I still remember how we celebrated Tet when I was small We used to live in an (1) ……… …… family, with our grandparents and our uncle’s family Our family (2) ………… to make banh chung when Tet came It was a busy, but wonderful, time for all of us My aunt used to be the one to clean dong leaves, the (3) ………… we used to wrap the cakes with My uncle was the one to get water from the well for (4) …………… to the cleaning My mum was always (5) ………………… for the preparation of the filling, which was made of green beans, and pork flavoured with onion and pepper Normally, my grandfather did the wrapping, and we sat around watching him it excitedly We (6) …………… also happy to be asked to fetch anything my grandpa needed When the night fell, we started boiling the cakes, which (7) ……………… about eight hours It was hard to wait so long for them! We stayed up (8) ………………… the night, grilling sweet potatoes, listening to our grandpa’s (9) ……………, and playing chess or cards Now we have grown up, and are often too busy to make banh chung But it remains a really sweet (10) ………………… for us all IX Read the text and choose the best answer A, B, C or D to each question below Chu Van An High School is one of the oldest and most prestigious state schools in Viet Nam Established in 1908 by the French, the school was located beside the West Lake, and was originally named after the location it was in It is a very pleasant, spacious school with great views of the lake from the classroom windows In 1943, the school was moved to Ninh Binh, and was not moved back to Ha Noi until 1945 In that year, the school was renamed Chu Van An, after a famous Vietnamese Confucianism teacher of the Tran Dynasty Professor Nguyen Gia Tuong became the first Vietnamese principal of the school Many famous people like ex-Prime Minister Pham Van Dong, Doctor Ton That Tung, and poet Xuan Dieu used to be the school’s students Today the school is still located in the same area, and has maintained its prestige, as well as its reputation as one of the top schools in Ha Noi It is very difficult to be admitted to the school Every year, there are around three thousand applicants but only about five hundred are admitted Those applicants have to take an entrance examination conducted by the Department of Education and Training of Ha Noi 1.The passage mainly discusses _ A.Chu Van An, the teacher B.Chu Van An School in the future C.Chu Van An School over time D.the difficulty of being admitted to Chu Van An School 2.All of the following are true about the school EXCEPT _ A.the school was originally named after the location it is in B.the school admits three thousand students every year C.the school has a view of the West Lake D.the school is large 3.The word ‛principal’ is closest in meaning to _ A.teacher B.head teacher C.founder D.supporter 4.The word ‛prestige’ in the passage mostly means _ A.respect B.fame C.status D.position 5.It can be understood from the passage that _ A.students of the school are very smart B.the school fees are very high C.only children from prestigious families can enter the school D.the teachers at the school earn a lot of money * Read the passage again and answer the questions 1.When was the school established? …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 2.How is the school described? …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3.Who was Chu Van An? …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4.Why is the school prestigious? …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 5.Why you think the school is named after Chu Van An? …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… X Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning as the first one 1.It's not a good idea to use the village's land to build new roads (wouldn't) → I …………………………………………………………………………………………………… 2.You should visit the historical places of the area (worth) → It is ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3.He suggested seeing Trang An, a natural wonder of our area (visit) → What about ………………………………………………………………………………………… 4.The sleepy villages are expected to mushroom into crowded towns within two years (supposed) → The sleepy villages ……………………………………………………………………………… 5.It is important to educate children to preserve traditional values (necessary) → It is ………………………………………………………………………………………………… ... Millennium Wheel, is a (1) ………………… observation wheel in London The entire structure is 13 5 metres (443 ft) tall and the wheel has a diameter of 12 0 metres ( 394 ft) When erected in 19 9 9 it was the world’s... The Ancient Town of Hoi An Listed as a World Heritage Site in 19 9 9, Hoi An is the (1) ……………… main port of Viet Nam dating back to the 16 th century Today, most of its historic (2) ……………………… have... Minh City 10 What’s the …………………… way to get around? 11 Do you know any ……………………… places to stay? 12 Is there anything else worth ………………… ? 13 What …………………… the places outside Hue City? 14 Have
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