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UNIT 1 LOCAL ENVIRONMENT...................................................................................................2

TEST 1 (UNIT 1)......................................................................................................................11
TEST 2 (UNIT 1)......................................................................................................................14
TEST 3 (UNIT 1)......................................................................................................................20
UNIT 2: CITY LIFE......................................................................................................................25
TEST 1 (UNIT 2)......................................................................................................................34
TEST 2 (UNIT 2)......................................................................................................................38
TEST 3 UNIT 2........................................................................................................................41
UNIT 3: TEEN STRESS AND PRESSURE.................................................................................46
TEST 1 (UNIT 3)......................................................................................................................54
TEST 2 (UNIT 3)......................................................................................................................57
TEST 3 (UNIT 3)......................................................................................................................60
TEST YOURSELF 1(UNIT 1,2,3)................................................................................................63
TEST YOURSELF 2(UNIT 1,2,3).............................................................................................66
UNIT 4:LIFE IN THE PAST...........................................................................................................69
TEST 1 (UNIT 4)......................................................................................................................75
TEST 2 (UNIT 4)......................................................................................................................78
TEST 3 (UNIT 4)......................................................................................................................80
UNIT 5:WONDERS OF VIET NAM.............................................................................................84
TEST 1 (UNIT 5)......................................................................................................................89
TEST 2 (UNIT 5)......................................................................................................................93
TEST 3 (UNIT 5)......................................................................................................................96
UNIT 6:VIET NAM: THEN AND NOW.......................................................................................102
TEST 1 (UNIT 6)....................................................................................................................108
TEST 2 (UNIT 6)....................................................................................................................111
TEST 3 (UNIT 6)....................................................................................................................113
TEST YOURSELF 1(UNIT 4,5,6)..............................................................................................118
TEST YOURSELF 2(UNIT 4,5,6)...........................................................................................121
KEYS ANSWER........................................................................................................................125
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A.Vocabulary:

1. artisan /ɑtɪ:’zæn/ (n.): thợ làm nghề thủ công

2. handicraft /’hændikrɑ:ft/ (n.): sản phẩm thủ công
3. workshop /’wɜ:kʃɒp/ (n.): xưởng, công xưởng
4. attraction /ə’trækʃn/ (n.): điểm hấp dẫn
5. preserve /prɪ’zɜ:v/ (v.): bảo tồn, gìn giữ
6. authenticity /ɔ:θen’tɪsəti/ (n.): tính xác thực, chân thật
7. cast /kɑ:st/ (v.): đúc (đồng…)
8. craft /krɑ:ft/ (n.): nghề thủ công
9. craftsman /’krɑ:ftsmən/ (n.): thợ làm đồ thủ công
10. team-building /’ti:m bɪldɪŋ/ (n.): xây dựng đội ngũ, tinh thần đồng đội
11. drumhead /drʌmhed/ (n.): mặt trống
12. embroider /ɪm’brɔɪdə(r)/ (v.): thêu
13. frame /freɪm/ (n.): khung
14. lacquerware /’lækəweə(r)/ (n.): đồ sơn mài
15. layer /’leɪə(r)/ (n.): lớp (lá…)
16. mould /məʊld/ (v.): đổ khuôn, tạo khuôn
17. sculpture /’skʌlptʃə(r)/ (n.): điêu khắc, đồ điêu khắc
18. surface /’sɜ:fɪs/ (n.): bề mặt
19. thread /θred/ (n.): chỉ, sợi
20. weave /wi:v/ (v.): đan (rổ, rá…), dệt (vải…)
21. turn up /tɜ:n ʌp/ (phr. v.): xuất hiện, đến
22. set off /set ɒf/ (phr. v.): khởi hành, bắt đầu chuyến đi
23. close down /kləʊz daʊn/ (phr. v.): đóng cửa, ngừng hoạt động
24. pass down /pɑ:s daʊn/ (phr. v.): truyền lại (cho thế hệ sau…)
25. face up to /feɪs ʌp tu/ (phr. v.): đối mặt, giải quyết
26. turn down /tɜ:n daʊn / (phr. v.): từ chối
27. set up /set ʌp/ (phr. v.): thành lập, tạo dựng
28. take over /teɪk əʊvə/ (phr. v.): tiếp quản, kế nhiệm, nối nghiệp
29. live on /lɪv ɒn/ (phr. v.): sống bằng, sống dựa vào
30. treat /tri:t/ (v.): xử lí
31. carve /kɑ:v/ (v.): chạm, khắc
32. stage /steɪdʒ/ (n.): bước, giai đoạn
33. artefact /’ɑ:tɪfækt/ (n.): đồ tạo tác
34. loom /lu:m/ (n.): khung cửi dệt vải
35. versatile /’vɜ:sətaɪl/ (adj.): nhiều tác dụng, đa năng
36. willow /’wɪləʊ/ (n.): cây liễu
37. charcoal /’tʃɑ:kəʊl/ (n.): chì, chì than (để vẽ)
38. numerous /’nju:mərəs/ (adj.): nhiều, đông đảo, số lượng lớn
B.Grammar:
I.Complex sentences
1.Định nghĩa
Định nghĩa: - Câu phức là câu bao gồm 1 mệnh đề độp lập (independent clause) và ít nhất 1
mệnh đề phụ thuộc (dependent clause) liên kết với nhau. Hai mệnh đề thường được nối với
nhau bởi dấu phẩy hoặc các liên từ phụ thuộc (subordinating conjuntions).
Ví dụ: He always takes time to play with his daughter even though he is
Mệnh đề độc lập
extremely busy.
Mệnh đề phụ thuộc
Even though he is busy, he always takes time to play with his daughter.
Mệnh đề phụ thuộc Mệnh đề độc lập
(Mặc dù anh ấy bận rộn, nhưng anh ấy luôn dành thời gian để chơi với con gáiYou should think
about money saving from nowifyou want to studyabroad.
Mệnh đề độc lập Mệnh đề phụ thuộc
- Mệnh đề đi liền với liên từ trong câu phức chính là mệnh đề phụ thuộc.
- Mệnh đề phụ thuộc nằm phía trước mệnh đề độc lập, thì giữa hai mệnh đề phải có
Dấu phẩy còn lại thì không.
2.Một số liên từ phụ thuộc phổ biến.
After Although As as If As long as In order to
( Sau khi ) (Mặc dù) ( Bởi vì/ khi) ( Như thế là) ( Miễn là) (Để mà)
Before Even If Because as though as much as so that
( Trước khi) (Mặc dù) ( Bởi vì) (Như thế là) ( Để mà)
Once Even though Whereas If as soon as Unless
(Một khi) (Mặc dù) (Trong khi đó) (Nếu) ( Ngay khi) (Trừ khi)
Since Though While In case When Until
(Tuwfkhi/ (Mặc dù) (Trong khi đó) (Nếu) (Khi) (Cho đến khi)
Bởi vì)
3.Các loại mệnh đề phụ thuộc hay gặp.
Trong câu phức có nhiều loại mênh đè phụ thuộc khác nhau, dưới đây là một vài VD thường
gặp.
Mệnh đề phụ thuộc Ví dụ
Mệnh đề phụ thuộc chỉ lý do I needn’t tell you as he has told you already.
(d I did it because there was no one else to do
Trả lời cho câu hỏi “Why”( tại sao) it.
-Thường bắt đầu với các liên từ như: - Since you in
because, since, as....
- Mệnh đề phụ thuộc chỉ thời gian: - As I went out, he came in
- Nói về hành động trong mệnh đề đọc lập - As soon as you are ready, we shall go
diễn ra khi nào. - I hurried to see him after I had heard the
- Thường bắt đầu với các liên từ như: news.
When,While,before,after, as soon as.... - I hope to pay him a visit before I went
 away.
- Mệnh đề phụ thuộc chỉ mục đích. - Though it is getting late, I think we have to
- Nói về mục đích của hành động trong finish our lesson.
mệnh đề đọc lập. - Although it rained, we went out all the
- Thường bắt đầu với các liên từ như: so same.
that, in order to that... - I”ll get there even If I have to walk all the
day.
- I’ll get there even If I have to walk all the
day.
He was speaking very quietly so that it was
difficult to hear what he said.
BÀI TẬP VẬN DỤNG CƠ BẢN
Bài 1: Khoanh tròn đáp án đúng:
1.My mother used to tell me stories_______________ I went to bed.
A.since B.until C.before
2.You had better take the keys_______________________ I’m out.
A.in case B.since C.after
3.My mother like eating fried chicken______________ it’s very bad for his health.
A.because B.although C.when
4.Yesterday, Jim was playing the piano_____________his sister was playing the flute
A.as B.although C.while
5.You shouldn’t spend too much on computer_____________ it is harmful to your eyes.
A.as B.when C.although
6.I will phone you ___________________ I get there.
A.while B.as soon as C.untill
7.The scientist usually works in his lab____________ the sun sets.
A.untill B.as soon as C.although
8.____________you promise not to tell lies again, I won’t forgive you.
A.If B.Even If C.Unless
9._____________her legs were hurt, she made attempt to finish the running track.
A.Even If B.As if C.Unless
10.She talked_____________ she witnessed the accident. But in fact she knew nothing.
A.as if B.even though C.even If
11.I didn’t finish my home work____________ I was seriously ill yesterday.
A.when B.though C.since
12.James decided to save money from now______ he has enough money to travel this summer
A.so that B.though C.when
13.________ we have been friends for only one year, we deeply understand each other.
A.If B.Though C.Once
14. Mr Smith doesn’t like dogs,_____________ his wife love them.
A. B. C.
15.I was cycling home yesterday___________ I saw Jim standing near the foundtain.
A.when B.while C.since
Bài 2: Hoàn thành những câu sau đây bằng những liên từ cho sẵn.
since although while unless before
as though when as long as because in case
1.______________ Jim came home, he realized that someone had broken into his house
2.You’d better bring your raincoat________________ rain pour down.
3.They have been colleagues_______________ they graduated.
4.____________ Tim put more effort in his studying, he won’t catch up with his classmates.
5.My mother always reminds me to wash my hands_____________ I have meals.
6.We will go picnicking________________ the weather is fine.
7.James behaved______________ nothing had happened.
8.I can’t make it on Saturday_____________ I will be fully occupied.
9.When I got home my father was moving the lawn__________ my mother was watering the
flowers beds.
10._____________ I don’t get on well with Mary, I really admire her inteligence and beauty.
Bài 3: Nối những mệnh đề ở cột A với những mệnh đề ở cột B để tạo thành câu hoàn
chỉnh.
A B
1.Jane didn’t realize her mistakes a.when snow started to fall
2.They were playing in the backyard b.though it is distant from our house
3.If you show your attempt in your work, c.before they move here.
4.This couple had been in New York City for d.I still travel by public transportations
two years.
5.My mother often shops at the local e,so that I will have decent job in the future
supermarket.
6.It has been ages f,you may get promotion soon
7.I try to study hard g.until her mother pointed it out for her
8.Even If own a car h.since we last encountered

1._____________ 2._____________ 3._____________ 4._____________

5._____________ 6._____________ 7._____________ 8._____________
Bài 4: Nối 2 câu đơn đã cho thành câu ghép, sử dụng liên từ thích hợp.
1.Jim was absent from class yesterday. He was suffering from a bab cold.
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2.They decided to move the house. They don’t have to travel a long distance to work.
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3.Mary heard her fingers yesterday.She was reparing dinner.
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4.At 4 pm yesterday, my mother was cleaning the house. I was looking after my younger
brother.
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5.They decided to go on an excursion. They want to get away from work stress.
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6.My father taught me how to use the computer. Before that, I didn’t know how to use it.
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7.I arrive at the station. I will call you right after.
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8.My brother is very out-going. I am quiet reserved.
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9.Mr Peter was walking home.He was robbed of his wallet.
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10.I don’t have a pet. My mother doesn’t allow me to have one.
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Bài 5: Điền liên từ thích hợp vào chỗ trống để hoàn thành các câu sau.
1.______________ it’s pouring with rain, we are going for a walk in the park.
2.______________she hands in the assignment before Tuesday, she will get very bad mark.
3.He decided to break up with Peter_____________ he didn’t spend much time with her.
4.Jennifer decided to break up with Peter_____________ he didn’t spend much time with her.
5.Danny bought a new car___________his old car was still i good condition.
6.I will be in great trouble_____________ my mother knows my final test scores.
7.Janice will have finished the report__________ the time you receive the letter
8.The concert will be canceled____________no more tickets are sold.
9.Children are not allowed to enter this place___________ they are accompanied by adults.
10.You should bring think coats_________ the temperature falls at night.
11._____________ my sister doesn’t like eating salad, she eats it regularly to keep fit.
12.I won’t come to Jim’s party___________ he invites me.
13._________ you tell me the truth, I can’t help you.
14._________ the fire fighters arrived, the fire had already been put out by the local residents.
15.You can leave early ________________ you want to.
II. PHRASAL VERBS
1. Định nghĩa
Định nghĩa Ví dụ
Cụm đông từ ( Phrasal verb) là sự kết hợp -The rich man gave away most of his
giữa một động từ và một tiểu từ( particle) fortune.
-Tiểu từ có thể là một trạng từ, hay là một ( Người giầu có ấy tặng hết tài sản của ông
giới từ, hoặc là car hai chẳng hạn như: ta cho người nghèo).
back, in, on, off, through, up... You can look up any new words in your
- Khi thêm tiểu từ vào sau động từ, cụm dictionary.
động từ thường có ý nghĩa khác hẳn so với (Anh có thể tra nghĩa bất cứ từ mới nào
từ ban đầu. trong từ điển.)
I tried to phone her but I didn’t get through
(Tôi đã cố gắng gọi cho cô ấy nhưng không
thể nào kết nối được)
2.Ý nghĩa phổ biến của các các tiểu từ trong các cụm động từ.
Một tiểu từ có thể truyền tải nhiều ý nghĩa khác nhau trong mỗi cụm động từ khác nhau.Tuy
nhiên dưới đây là các tiểu từ thường được dùng trong các cụm động từ.
Tiểu từ Ý nghĩa Ví dụ
up Diễn đạt vị trí hướng lên trên We ate all the food up
hoặc ý kết thúc, hoàn thành (Chúng tôi ăn hết thức ăn đó rồi)
tất cả.
down Diễn đạt vị trí hướng xuống We have to cut down the expenses
dưới, hoặc hành động có xu ( Chúng ta sẽ phải cắt giảm chi tiêu)
thế giảm/ chặn lại
on Diễn đạt ý ở trên, dựa trên We should put on formal clothes in a meeting.
( Câu nên mặc lịch sự trong cuộc họp)
in Diễn đạt ý ở trong, xu hướng Make sure to leave the office by 5;00 or you will be
đi vào trong. locked in.
(Nhớ là phải rời khỏi văn phòng lúc 5 giờ nếu
không anh sẽ bị kẹt trong đó)
out Diễn đạt vị trí phía ngoài I couldn’t figure him out
hoặc ý hành động đến tận (Tôi không thể nào hiểu nổi anh ấy)
cuối / cạn kiệt.
off Diễn tả ý dời đi chỗ khác I’ve sent off the letter you wrote to the newspaper
hoặc đổi trạng thái. ( Tôi đã gửi bức thư mà anh viết cho báo chí rồi)
for Diễn đạt mục đích hướng tới He often asks his father for money
của hành động. (Anh ấy vẫn thường xuyên hỏi xin tiền bố mẹ)
with Diễn đạt ý có người hoặc That skirt goes really well with our red coat.
hoặc vật cùng tham gia trong (Chiếc váy đó rất hợp tông với chiếc áo khoác đỏ
hành động. của bạn)
through Diễn đạt ý lần lượt cái này If you look through something, you read it quickly
sang cái khác, hoặc từ đầu and not very carefully.
đến cuối, (Khi bạn đọc qua cái gì đó nghĩa là bạn đọc nhanh
không quá cẩn thận)
back Diễn đạt ý trở lại, quay lại Please send the jacket back If it is the wrong size
( Hãy gửi lại chiếc áo khoác nếu như sai cỡ)
away Diễn đạt trạng thái rời đi hoặc Put away your toys, Jack
tạo ra khoảng cách. ( Cất đồ chơi đi Jack)
around Diễn đạt hành động mang I hate the way he lies around all day watching TV
tính giải trí, không rõ mục (Tôi ghét cái cách anh ấy cứ nằm vắt vẻo xem TV
đích, hoặc không cần quá tập cả ngày.
trung.
3.Một số cụm động từ thường gặp:
Cụm động từ kết hợp với một tiểu từ.
Get up ( Thức dậy) Find out (Tìm hiểu thông tin) bring out: = publish : xuất
bản
pass down: (chuyển giao) Live on ( sống nhờ vào) look through ( đọc)
 Deal with ( giải quyết) Warm up ( Khởi động) Come back (quay trở lại)

turn down (phản đối, từ Set up ( khởi nghiệp, sắp đặt) Keep up (tiếp tục)
chối)
Take off (máy bay cất cánh) Show off (khoe khoang) Hold on (Chờ đợi)
Give up (từ bỏ) Grow up (lớn lên) Go on (tiếp tục)
Break down (đổ vỡ, hư Carry out (thực hiện) Count on (tin cậy vào)
hỏng)

Dress up (mặc đẹp) Drop by (ghé qua) Bring up (nuôi dưỡng)

Work out ( tìm ra cách giải Close down (đóng Take up( Bắt đầu làm một
quyết) cửa,ngừng kinh doanh) hoạt động mới)

Cụm động từ kết hợp hai tiểu từ:

Keep up with sb/sth Look forward to sb/sth Run out of sth
Get out of sb/sth Catch up with sb/sth Come down with sth
Cut down on sth Look back on sth Get rid of sth
Make up for sb/sth Get back at sb Go along with sb
Look down o sb Look up to sb Stay away from sb/sth
Pull over at Run away /off from sb/sth Wait up for sth
Keep out of sb/sth Go in for sth Go through with sth
Face p to sth Get on with sb Come up with sth
Check up on sth Make sure of sth

BÀI TẬP VẬN DỤNG CƠ BẢN

Bài 6: Khoanh tròn đáp án đúng:
1.They have turned ( down / up) Jim’s application for the job.
2.You may have to deal( with / about ) many problem in the workplace.
3.Small birds mainly live (on/off) insects.
4.When does the plane take ( off/ up) ?
5.Why did you decide to take (on/up) skiing ?
6.Remember to warm (up/down) carefully before you play sports.
7.There’s no need to dress ( up / down). It is just an informal party.
8.Have you work (out / in) the solution yet ?
9.Oops, I think we’re run out (of/on) petrol.
10.Jim seems not to get (on/off) well with his classmates.
11.My husband has decided to set (up/down) a business on his own.
12.Do you think Jame will find (out/ up) the truth ?
13.Does Jim have many friends to count (on/off) in difficult time ?
14.Yesterday, my uncle dropped (to/by)my house to the surprise of everyone.
15.Were you brought (up/in) by your grandparents ?
Bài 7: Điền một từ thích hợp để hoàn thành các câu dưới đây:
1.James is quite easy- going. He can ____________ on well with many types of people.
2.Peter has been absent from school for two weeks due to his illness. It may be difficult for him
to ____________ up with his classmates.
3.Did you watch the film last night? Do you know how the villain _________ back on the hero ?
4.Mr Smith decided to ______________up smoking because the doctor warned him of getting
lung cancer.
5.He could______________ with all kinds of people because it was part of his jobas a
receptionist.
6.Jim was sad because Jane _____________ down his invitation to the prom.
7.It is important to _____________ down on sugar consumtion every day.
8.It’s time you have to ____________ up to these problems on your own.
9.I_______________ forward to hearing from you soon.
10.Sometimes I ________________ back on my childhood and realize how happy I was as a
kid.
Bài 8: Đánh dấu (V) trước câu đúng, đánh dấu (x) trước câu sai và sửa lại cho đúng.
_______________ We have already worked up a new way of doing it.

_______________ 2.Jim wants to be a successful writer when he grows out.

_______________ 3.We are looking forward to hearing from you soon.

_______________ 4.You can keep up to all the changes in technology nowadays.

_______________ 5. The nearby shop will be closed up next month.

_______________ 6.The team scored another goal and made sure about

championship.
_______________ 7.Last year a research on the consequences of water pollution was
carried on.

_______________ 8.Jim has come up with a brilliant idea to tackle the problem.

_______________ 9.Have you ever considered getting rid your bad habits ?

_______________ 10.The teacher asked us to see through the textbook before she
continued.

Bài 9: Hoàn thành các câu sau bằng những cụm động từ cho sẵn.
cut down on deal with hold on take up count on
put up with turn down come down with bring out check up on
1.The singer will____________ ___________ a new album this year.
2.Peter is very reliable. You can___________ ___________ him.
3.You should___________ your essay________ ____________ 500 words.
4.Jim is depressed as he has been_________ ________ by five companies so far.
5.I can’t________ __________ __________ such disturbing noise any time.
6.My mother is always _________ __________ me.
7.Mr. Smith has _______ __________ golf.
8.Are you tired of_______ ________ complaints from your customers.
9.How are you now ? I heard that you _________ ____________ _____________flu last
week.
10.________ __________ ! I think we’ve got lost. This isn’t the right road.

BÀI TẬP NÂNG CAO TỔNG HỢP.

Bài 10: Dựa vào từ cho trước và thêm liên từ thích hợp để tạo thành câu phức.
1.Jane / play / piano / extremely / well / she / be / very / young.
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2.Josh / want / earn / more / money / he / apply / for / another / job / now.
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3.My mother / cook / me / breakfast / she / go / to / work.
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4.I / prefer / stay / home / to / go / out / I / not / like / socialize.
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5.Everyone / enjoy / the / party / last / night / food / be / not / so / good.
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6.Jim/ could / not / catch / up / with / his / classmates / he / often / play / truant.
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7.Peter / study / very / hard. He / can / get / high / scores.
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8.Many / of / my friends / enjoy/ go / shopping / .I / not / like / this.
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Bài 11: Thay thế những động từ in nghiêng trong câu bằng một cụm động từ thích hợp.
1.I don’t like Josh because he often boasts about his wealth. ____________
2.Last month many people in my neighbor had chickenpox. ____________
3.you should reduce the amount you salt in your daily meal. ____________
4.It’s you confronted your fear and moved on. ____________
5.Yesterday an old friend of mine visited your family. ____________
6.Mary decided to join the cooking contest. ____________
7.I didn’t want to go with him, so I rejected his invtation. ____________
8.They are a well- matched couple and they always agree with each ____________
other.
9.When did you start your new hobby ? ____________
10.The rain continued all the morning. ____________
Bài 12. Hoàn thành các câu dưới đây bằng cách điền từ thích hợp vào chỗ trống.
1.Peter always look______________his senior colleagues.
2.Mary is going________________a singing competition.
3.Nothing can make_________________the loss of my cat.
4.Jim didn’t work yesterday because he came___________ ___________flu.
5.My mother always reminds me to stay____________bad people.
6.As a child I used to wait___________ __________the present from Santa Clause.
7.I can’t put_________ _________his selfishness any more.
8.They argue a lot. They seem to never get__________ ___________each other.
9.Last year she went____________ __________an operation.
10.Last week we got___________ ___________all the old furniture and bought new one.
Bài 13: Gạch chân lỗi sai trong câu và viết lại câu đúng.
___________ 1.Although she didn’t warm up carefully before running, her leg was hurt
during the race.
_______________________________________________________
___________ 2.Everyone dressed up though they wanted to be the King or Queen of the
prom.
________________________________________________________
___________ 3.Since I am really interested in lacquerware, I rarely buy one for me.
________________________________________________________
___________ 4.As though my brother and I don’t get on well, we still care about the other.
________________________________________________________
___________ 5.What would you do unless you won a lottery?
________________________________________________________
___________ 6.Mr.Smith is renowned artisan.Everyone looks down on him.
________________________________________________________
___________ 7.While I came home, my cat was sleeping on the sofa.
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___________ 8.Because Peter cheated on me, I wouldn’t get back on him.
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Bài 14: Khoanh tròn vào đáp án đúng:
A trip to Bat Trang
Last month,my English class went on a field trip to one of the most ancient villages in Viet
Nam: Bat Trang. That day all of us got (1)__________very early (2)__________ we could arrive
at the village early in the morning. When we got there, we were all astonished by a variety of
ceramic products, most of which are for ordinary use such as bow, cup, plates and pot.
(3)_______there were up to twenty members in our class, we decided not to join the buffalo
tour. Instead, we took a walk for sightseeing and shopping around. (4) __________we had
visited some of the ceramic stores along the road in the village ,our teacher took us to Bat Trang
Porcelain and Pottery Market. This was the most interesting part of our trip. The local people
instructed us to make pottery products by themselves and introduced the tradition of the village.
We were told that pottery-making skills were (5)________from generation in the village.
(6)_________we left,the locals gave us small ceramic key chains as souvenirs. We really
looked (7)_____ another trip to Bat Trang.
1.A.up B.down C.on D.off
2.A.so B.so that C.since D.though
3.A.so B.so that C.since D.though
4.A.After B.Because C.At last D.While
5.A.turned down B.went in for C.passed down D.brought out
6.A.After B.Before C.At last D.While
7.A.up to B.down on C.forward to D.forward on
Bài 15: Đọc bài đọc sau và trả lời câu hỏi.
Vietnam’s Youngest Artisan
Nguyen Tran Hiep, born in Northern province of Bac Ninh, has become the youngest artist of
Vietnam at the age of 37. He succeeded in developing a large-scale fine-art furniture workshop
thanks to an extensive renovation and considerable investment. Before achieving all this,he had
gone through with many difficulties in his work.
In 2000, Nguyen Tran Hiep established his own fine-art wood carving workshop, using all of
his family’s savings and a loan from Bac Ninh province’s Youth Union after he had learned
about the craft from a famous artisan. Unfortunately,his products could not reach a wide range
of customers. At that time,many other people in the village also failed to earn a decent living on
making craft and they decided to quit their tradition job. People found jobs and made money
many other ways but Hiep didn’t give up his dream of developing the tradition craft into a
profitable business. He is spending the next years learning and researching the market to find
out the most suitable markets for his products. He targeted two types of customers:the firstis
foreign tourists and the second is traders from China.
For the tourists, his workshop mainly produces small handicrafts and souvenirs, such as small
animals, painting, tea trays, figurines and rasaries. For the Chinese cilents, his workshop makes
products to order based on the current sample designs.At present,his workshop renamed Hiep
Thang Fine arts Cooperative, provides stable jobs for 28 employees with an average income of
4-10 million dong/month.
One of Nguyen Tran Hiep’s best works is “ Bat Long vong quang phat” which originated from
the idea of the eight kings of the Ly dynasty incarnating into eight dragons on a five-colour lotus
tower.This work was made to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the founding of the Ho Chi Minh
Communist Youth Union and has been listed in the Vietnamest Record Book in 2011 as the
best fine-art sculpture of ideology and art.
1.When was Nguyen Tran Hiep recognized as the Vietnam’s Youngest Artisan?
________________________________________________________________
2.Did he easily succeed in developing his fine-art furniture workshop?
________________________________________________________________
3.How did Hiep categorize his customers?
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4.What kinds of products does his workshop often produce for foreigners?
________________________________________________________________
5.How many employes are there in Hiep Thang Fine arts Cooperative?
________________________________________________________________
6.What was made by Nguyen Tran Hiep to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the founding of the
Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union?
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C. EXERCISES
 TEST 1 (UNIT 1)
I.Find the word which has a different sound in the part underlined.
1. A. layer B. frame C. artisan D. place
2. A. museum B. cultural C. drum D. sculpture
3. A. tablecloth B. authenticity C. through D. although
II. Choose the word which has a different stress pattern from the others.
4. A. artefact B. embroider C. carpentry D. conical
5. A. complicated B. experience C. prosperity D. traditional
III.Choose the best answer A, B, C or D to complete the sentences.
6. In the past, local were chosen to make sophisticated embroidered costumes for
the Vietnamese King, Queen and other Royal family members.
A.skill workers B.skillfully works C.skillful artists D.skilled artisans
7. Craftvillages are becoming popular in Viet Nam.
A.tourism attractions B.tourist attractions C. tour attractiveness D.physical attraction
8. Situated on the bank of the Duong River,the village was famous for the of
making Dong Ho paintings.
A. craft B. production C.manufacture D.activity
9. Vietnamese traditional is done with a simple hammer and chisel.
A. sculptural pieces B. sculpture C.sculptured feature D.sculptor
10. Now, at the age of over 80, the artisan is leaving the craft to his descendants with a
desire to this ancient craft.
A. preserve B.reserve C.change D.consider
11. For that artisan, making the paintings is a career it supports the life of many
generations of the family.
A. so that B.because C.because of D.although
12. The Van Phuc producers silk have expanded their silk garment goods they
can satisfy the varied demand for their silk.
A. in order to B. despite C. because D. so that
13. Weaving mats in Dinh Yen, Dong Thap used to be sold in the "ghost" markets set up at
night and operated up to early morning the government built a new market five
years ago.
A. when B. until C. after D. as soon as
14. The traditional craft has from generation to generation.
A.passed down B. passed C.been passed down D.been passed by
15. Craftsmen have to the domestic and international markets so that
they needn't depend on the middlemen for their sales.
A. find B. find about C. find out D. find out about
IV. Fill in each blank in the passage with the correct word from the box. There are
some extra words.
materials individual respects craft
tasks handicrafts attractions master
 For generations throughout history, the Vietnamese people gathered in communal villages
surrounded by the rice fields. However, many farmers also learned to produce useful (1)
for their daily lives from clay, bamboo, and other natural (2) . A number
of villages developed a certain (3) for the local market or to bring into local towns or
capital cities for sale. This was the origin of the Vietnamese handicraft trade villages.
These craft villages have undergone periods of varying success and failure throughout the
th
20 century. Some craft villages have developed and preserved their best skills and designs.
In the craft village hall, the trade villagers often worship and periodically pay their
(4)_________ to the sacred craft (5) of handicraft, who has exploits in founding, teaching or
preserving the particular designs that the villages produce.
V. Make a complex sentence from each pair of sentences. Use the subordinator
provided and make any necessary changes.
1. Viet Nam's current labor costs are lower compared to other countries. It brings advantages
to both medium and small handicraft manufacturers. (since)

2. Giang got the loans from the project. Then he opened a small enterprise of ceramics.
(when)

3. Green Craft has a lot of difficulties. It continually works to improve its productivity, designs
and samples. (although)

4. The government carried out a job training programme in rural areas. The gopvernment
wanted young people to find jobs in their own villages. (so that

5. Some heads of the businesses had problems to find markets. They have not been trained in
management. (for)

VI.Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first one, using
the word given in brackets in the correct form.
l. The traditional handicraft villages used to accept the fact that there was a shortage of
investments and human resources. (face)

2. Farmers can earn enough money from traditional handicrafts as they are free between
harvests. (live)
3. People in the community often have a friendly relationship with one another so that they can
follow the same craft. (get)

4. In the future, some traditional handicraft cooperatives will have no more wood to make
wooden furniture. (run)

5. After the trip, you return to the harbor to take a boat trip to Hoi An. (come)

VII.Make a complex sentence from each pair of sentences. Use the subordinator
provided and make any necessary changes.
1. Many craft families stopped their business. There is the economic crisis in the world.
(because)

2. Dong Ho paintings are simple. These pictures reflect a typical characteristic of Vietnamese
labourers, (although)

3. Three villages were chosen for the pilot project. The Asia Foundation had worked with local
authorities. (after)

4. We do not have many handicraft products that are well-known abroad. There are thousands
of craft trades nationwide. (though)

5. The craft village must also meet environmental requirements. It wants to develop craft
village tourism. (so that)

6. Viet Nam began integrating into the international economy a few decades ago. Production
in craft villages developed strongly, meeting demand for domestic decoration, and
construction. (when)

7. At the age of over 80, the artisan is instructing the craft to his grandchildren. He wants them
to preserve this ancient craft. (so that)
8. The workers have taken several steps to whiten the palm leaves. They sew together the
leaves and the rings. (after)

9. The conical hat has several useful functions. It protects the wearer's head and face from
sunlight or rain, and it also works as a handy fan on hot summer days. (because)

10.
Local people in Thanh Ha pottery village near Hoi An continue following their craft. There
isn't enough support for maintaining the old traditions and skills. (although)

VIII.Choose the word or phrase among A, B, C or D that best fits the blank space in the
following passage.
Bau Truc pottery village of Cham ethnic minority is one of the oldest pottery villages in
Southeast Asia. It is located about 10 kilometres in the South of Phan Rang town. The small
village is (1) to more than 400 families, (2) 85% are in the traditional pottery
business. The style is said to be handed (3) from Po Klong Chan, one of their
ancestors from the immemorial time.
People in Bau Truc use their skillful hands, bamboo-made circles and shells to create
priceless works. It is (4) that while the Kinh people have switched to using wheel as an
indispensable (5) , their Cham counterparts, on the contrary, still (6) talent hands
and simple tools. To create a pottery product, a Cham craftsman only needs an anvil, not a
potter's wheel, and other simple equipment and moulds and then uses hands to (7)
pieces of clay into the works he wants.
The clay is taken from the banks of the Quao River and is very flexible, durable when (8)
. The skills needed to mix sand with the clay are also various. The amount of
sand mixed with the plastic material is dependent on what the pottery used for and the sizes.
For these reasons, Bau Truc pottery is quite different from pottery elsewhere. For example,
water jars made in Bau Truc are always favoured by people in dry and sunny areas (9)
the temperature of the water in the jars is always one centigrade cooler than (10)
outside.
1. A. house B. home C. housing D.
household
2. A. which B. about which C. for which D. of which
3. A. down B. up C. in D. to
4. A. surprise B. surprised C. surprising D.
surprisingly
5 A. equipment B. tool C. machine D.
instruments
6. A. rely on B. result in C. base on D. succeed
in
7. A. develop B. shape C. influence D. decide
8. A. heating B. heating up C. be fired D. being
fired
9. A. so that B. although C. so D. because
10.A. it B. what C. that D. this
IX.Read the passage, and choose the correct answer A, B, C or D for each question.
Recently, we made a trip to visit Dong Ho village with a desire to meet the old artisan –
Nguyen Huu Sam. Just when we arrived villagers at the dyke in the village and talked with the
villagers about the artisan, they immediately told us about him.
The old house owned by the artisan is situated in a long alley of the village. On the walls of the
house there are many folk paintings in different genres, from daily life paintings to landscape
paintings shown in a set of “four seasons”.
Mr. Sam told us about his past. When he was three years old, he was instructed in the craft of
making Dong Ho paintings by his father. At five, he could help his father apply the Dong Ho
paintings, and learn how to print the paper with proper colours. At seven, he was able to draw
with a pen and make the most difficult samples. Years went by and the soul of Dong Ho folk
paintings has kept seashell powder paint to the poonah-paper.
In the 1940s, this craft flourished. At that time, he was assigned by his parents to take
the paintings to the market for sale. Mr. Sam said that 17 families in the village have been
engaged in making Dong Ho paintings.
Artisan Sam has always been devoted to the making of Dong Ho paintings and has
waited for opportunities to restore this traditional craft. In 1967, when the local authorities
assigned him to restore the traditional genre of Dong Ho folk paintings, he gathered 50
villagers with professional skills and collected hundreds of woodblocks to establish the Dong
Ho Painting Cooperative. Thanks to his efforts, such famous painting as "Rat's wedding",
“Rooster”, “Scene of jealousy” and “Writing verses about precious flowers" have been revived.
Dong Ho paintings have been available in many parts of the world such as Japan, France,
Germany, Singapore and the United States.
1. The themes of Dong Ho paintings are about .
A. landscapes B. weddings C. various aspects of
life D. animals and flowers
2. In order to make Dong Ho paintings, we need seashell powder paint, the poonah-paper
and .
A. proper colours B. water C. marketsD.
woodblocks
3. From paragraph 3, we can infer that when Mr. Sam was very young, he mostly helped his
parents by
A.applying the woodblocks with proper paints and pressing them on sheets of paper
B.applying seashell powder to make various paints for painting making
C.drawing with a pen and using proper paints to make many copies of paintings
D.collecting and taking the paintings to the market for sale
4. All of the following can be inferred about the artisan - Mr. Sam – EXCEPT that
.
 A.he is popular in the village
B.he could paint when he was three
C.he keeps a collection of Dong Ho paintings in his house
D.the local authorities tried to revive the traditional genre
5. In the writer's opinions, the future of Dong Ho paintings is .
A.international B.concerning C.optimistic
D.negative
X. Write an email to your pen friend about Van Phuc silk village, using the words or
phrases below to make complete sentences. Add more words, if necessary.
Dear Susan,
1. It/ take/ you/ only 30 minutes/ motorbike/ go/ Van Phuc silk village/ centre/ Ha Noi.
____________________________________________________________________________
2.The village/ much well known/ traditional sericulture/ weaving/ silk products.
____________________________________________________________________________
3.Most visitors/ go/ observe/ skillful workers/ produce/ goods/ listen/ local stories.
____________________________________________________________________________
4.If/ you/ intend/ have/ silk pair/ formal clothes/ just select/ suitable materials/ and/ professional
tailors here/ bring/ satisfaction.
____________________________________________________________________________
5You/ buy/ silk/ clothes made of silk/ presents/ available/ village/ your choice.
____________________________________________________________________________
Look forward to seeing you soon!
Best wishes
TEST 2 (UNIT 1)
I.Find the word which has a different sound in the part underlined.
1. A. attraction B. surface C. lacquerware D.
artisan
2. A. weave B. treat C. deal D.
drumhead
3. A. sculpture B. lantern C. pottery D.
treat
II. Choose the word which has a different stress pattern from the others.
4. A. handicraft B. lacquerware C. artisan D.
pottery
5. A. historical B. embroidery C. authority D.
architecture
III.Choose the best answer A, B, C or D to complete the sentences.
6. The four-ton statue of hero Tran Vu, in 1667, still stands in Quan Thanh
Temple.
A. cast B.casting C. to cast D. to be vast
7. In 1990, due to the change of the economic situation, Dong Ho paintings were difficult to
sell and many quit their job.
 A. craftsmanship B.craft unions C. craftsmen
D.crafts
8. Making rice paper jobs and income for many locals, help many families out
of poverty and become well-off.
A.keeps B. gets C. applies for D. creates
9. Since changing the way of production, many craftsmen have voluntarilyjoined together to
form
A. cooperatesB. cooperation C.cooperatives D. cooperative
10. The artisan is delighted to to you the craft of creating prints in an old-age
style.
A.demonstrate B.explain C.express D. provide
11. a majority of Vietnamese small and medium enterprises do not have in-house
designers or specialized design staff, they have to hire freelance designers.
A. While B. Since C. Due to D. Despite the fact
12. a large number of the country's craft villages are suffering from a shortage of
human resources and difficulties in building brand recognition, many international
organizations have had projects to help them.
A. However B. But C. Even D. Although
13. Nowadays, Tan Chau artisans can produce silk of multiple colours they can
meet customers' demands.
A. so B. so that C. but D. in order
14. The bronze casting craft in Viet Nam dated back fromthe age of King An Duong Vuong
ancient bronze arrowheads were made.
A. because B. although C. so D. when
15. In 1990, due to the change of the economic situation, many Dong Ho cooperatives had to
.
A. close B. close in C. close down D. shut
IV. Fill in each blank in the passage with the correct word from the box. There are some
extra words.
handicrafts design quality return
costumes skills appearance history
There are many embroidery villages in Viet Nam, but Quat Dong village in Ha Noi is widely
known for its products of high (1) .
Embroidery has been developing around here since the 17 th century. In the past, local
skilled artisans were chosen to make sophisticated embroidered (2) for the
Vietnamese King, Queen and other Royal family members.
The first man who taught the local people how to embroider was Dr. Le Cong Hanh, who
lived during the Le dynasty. He learned how to embroider while on a trip to China as an envoy,
and taught the villagers of Quat Dong upon his (3) . Although these (4)
eventually spread across the country, the Quat Dong’s artisans' creations are still the most
appreciated.
 In order to create beautiful embroideries, an artisan must be patient, careful and have an
eye for (5) , along with clever hands. Nowadays, Quat Dong products may range from
clothes, bags, pillowcases, to paintings and decorations, which are exported to many
countries.
V. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first one,
using the word given in brackets in the correct form.
1. Labourers in the Mekong Delta can earn enough money from their crafts during the
flood seasons. (live)
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
2.The methods of producing handcrafted paper flowers in Thanh Tien village in Hue were
transferred from generation to generation to keep the craft alive. (pass)
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
3.The tour guide gave a short speech so that foreign visitors could get information about the
process of making fish sauce in Phu Quoc. (find)
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
4.Craft village development is now a good way to solve the poverty in rural areas. (deal)
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
5.We are thinking with pleasure about the trip in order to discover the traditional craft villages
round Hue. (forward)
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
VI. Read the passage, and choose the correct answer A, B, C or D for each question.
Sedge Mat Craft Village In Tien Giang Province
In the Mekong Delta., Long Dinh village of Tien Giang province is famous for its
traditional craft of weaving flowered mats. The mat's high quality makes them popular
domestically, and they are also exported to markets worldwide including Korea, Japan and
America.
In spite of its well-established reputation for this traditional craft, mat weaving only
started here some 50 years ago. It was first introduced by immigrants from Kim Son, a famous
mat weaving village in the northern province of Ninh Binh. However, the technique of weaving
sedge mats in Long Dinh, as compared with other places in the South, is somewhat different.
Long Dinh branded mats are thicker and have more attractive colours and pattems.
Weaving sedge mats is similar to growing rice. Long Dinh mat production mainly
occurs during the dry season, from January to April. Weavers have to work their hardest in
May and June, otherwise, when the rainy season starts in July, they will have to put off
finishing their products till the next dry season. No matter how much work it requires, Long
Dinh mat producers stick with this occupation, as it brings a higher income than growing rice.
This trade provides employment for thousands of local labourers. At present, nearly
1,000 households in Long Dinh village live on weaving mats. To better meet market demands,
Long Dinh mat weavers have created more products in addition to the traditional sedge mats.
Particularly, they are producing a new type of mat made from the dried stalks of water
hyacinth, a common material in the Mekong Delta.
Thanks to the planning and further investment, the mat weaving occupation has indeed
brought in more income for local residents. Their living standards have improved considerably,
resulting in better conditions for the whole village.
1. All of the following are true about the craft in Long Dinh EXCEPT that .
A.it has the origin from Kim Son, Ninh Binh
B.it has had the reputation for more than 50 years
C.the techniques are a little bit different from those in other regions
D.the mats have more attractive colours and designs
2. We can infer from the sentence "Weaving sedge mats is similar growing rice” that .
A.both depend on weather conditions B.both occur on the same land
C.both bring similar income D. both occur at the same time
3. Despite difficulties, people in Long Dinh try to follow the craft because .
A.they can have jobs in the rainy months
B.they can go to Korea, Japan and America
C.they can make the techniques of weaving different
D.they can earn more money than growing rice
4. In order to meet market demands, artisans in Long Dinh .
A.produce new products from rare material
B.hire thousands of local labourers
C.try to produce various types of products
D.stop producing the traditional sedge mats
5. We can infer from the passage that .
A.the new technique makes labourers work in the dry season
B.Long Dinh mat production is only well-known in foreign markets
C.the craft contributes much to the village economy
D.most of the households in Long Dinh village live on weaving mats
VII.Read the passage, and decide whether the following statements are true (T) or false
(F).
Bau Truc pottery items are made from clay from the Quao River mixed with sand. Clay is
collected from the river only once a year, each lasting for half a month. Clay is taken more or
less depending on the ability of each person. In the clay collecting season, local people try to
take as much clay as they can to store, for use in the entire year.
Currently, people in Bau Truc pottery village still make pottery items in the traditional way.
They do not use the wheel but the craftsmen have to turn around the products. The potters
shape their products by skillful hands and feet around a pole-round pillar, rather than on the
wheel. From this step, silky clay block initially gradually forms a smooth rounded hollow blocks,
then the formation of flower vases, or water pots.
Bau Truc's craftsmen use wet cloths to make the product surface smooth. These items are
decorated with seashells, snails or hand-made paintings featuring the daily life of Bau Truc's
people.
 T
F
1.Clay can be collected from the Quao River all year round. 

2.Bau Truc pottery is famous because people only use fine clay to make their products. 

3.People still make the pottery in the traditional way. 

4.Craftsmen shape the pottery items only with their hands and feet. 

5.The pots nowadays are shaped on the potter's wheel. 

6.Craftsmen use simple ways to make the product surface smooth. 

7.The craftsmen's skills can make the blocks of clay become lively and useful. 

8.The designs of Bau Truc pottery reflect the life of local people. 

VIII.Read the passage, and do the tasks that follow.
Bat Trang Pottery Village
Bat Trang, a traditional porcelain and pottery village with history of seven centuries, is an
interesting attraction in Ha Noi that tourists should not ignore.
Located in an area rich in clay, the village has advantage of ingredients to create fine
ceramics. Moreover, lying beside the Red River, between Thang Long and Pho Hien, two
ancient trade centers in the north of Viet Nam during the 15 th-17thcenturies. Bat Trang's
ceramics were favourite products not only in the domesticmarket, but also foreign ones
thanks to Japanese, Chinese and Western trading boats that passed by.
In the 18th and 19th centuries, due to restricting foreign trade policy of Trinh, Nguyen
dynasties, it was difficult for pottery products in Viet Nam to be exported to foreign countries,
and some famous pottery-making villages like Bat Trang, or Chu Dau (Hai Duong province)
went through a hard time. Since 1986, thanks to economic reforms and development, more
attention has been paid to the village and the world gets a chance to know more about
Vietnamese porcelain through many high quality exported Bat Trang's ceramic products.
Bat Trang ceramics are produced for daily household use (bows,cups, plates, pots, bottles…),
worshipping, or decoration purposes. Nowadays, the pottery artists bring into ceramics many
innovations in production techniques, and creativity in products' features, so many new
products have been made, and even daily household items may have the beauty like
decoration ones.
Visiting Bat Trang, tourists can visit Bat Trang Porcelain and Pottery Market where they can
directly make pottery products by themselves. Many youngsters and foreign tourists are
interested in this pottery-making experience, and spend a whole day in the market making a
souvenir for their families or friends.
Answe A B
 r
1. rich (adj) A. of or inside a particular country
2. domestic B. limiting a certain activity
3. restricting C. new ideas or methods
(adj) D. containing a lot of something
4. innovations
(n)
Task 1: Match a word in column A with its definition in column B, writing the answer in
each blank.
Task 2: Read the passage again, and decide whether the following statements are true (T)
or false (F).

T
F
1. Bat Trang pottery has been developed since the 7th century.
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2. Bat Trang’s pottery products were exported to foreign markets during the 18th and 19th


centuries.
3. Its location beside the Red River has provided an enormous source of fine clay as ingredient


for pottery making.
4. Many Japanese, Chinese and Western trading boats came to Pho Hien during he 15 th and


17thcenturies.
5. Artisans in Bat Trang village have always kept the traditions without any changes.
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6. Bat Trang Village has been the only centre of pottery in the north of Viet Nam for centuries.
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7. Political policies have had influence on development of pottery and the ceramic crafts.
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8. Tourists may have experience of making pottery pieces by themselves.
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IX. Write an email to your pen friend about a trip to craft villages around Hoi An, using the
words or phrases below to make complete sentences. Add more words, if necessary.
 Dear David,
1. You/ start/ trip/ taking/ short walk down/ harbor/ Hoi An/ where/ you/ board/ wooden
boat.
____________________________________________________________________________
2. First/ you/ get/ pottery Thanh Ha village/ where/ local people/ continue/ make/ craft pots/
hand.
____________________________________________________________________________
3. Then/ you/ continue/ visit/ carpentry village/ Kim Bong/ which/ have/ huge influence/
architecture/ Hoi An.
____________________________________________________________________________
4.The traditional carpentry/ keep/ alive/ and/ still used/ restoring/ old buildings/ Hoi An.
____________________________________________________________________________
5.Your trip/ finish/ boat trip/ back/ ancient town/ Hoi An.
____________________________________________________________________________
Look forward to seeing you soon!
Best wishes
X. Write an email to your pen friend about Du Du sculpture village, using the words
or phrases below to make complete sentences. Add more words, if necessary.
Dear Ann.
46. Du Du craft village/ traditional sculpture village/ various kinds/ products.
_
47. When/ you/ arrive/ Du Du village/ you/ have/ a chance/ study full processes/ statue
making/ raw material/ a finished product.
_
48. Thanks/ skillful hands/ products/ become/ lively/ artistic.
_
49. Statues/ made/ Du Du workers/ look/ real humans/ from/ a glint/ smile.
_
50. Many artisans/ village/ make/ a lot/ wooden statues/ the Hue Citadel.

____________________________________________________________________________
Look forward to seeing you soon!
Best wishes
 TEST 3 (UNIT 1)
I. Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the others.
1. a. pottery b. product c. workshop d. conical
2. a. surface b. layer c. frame d. birthplace
3. a. weather b. thread c. together d. rather
4. a. historical b. system c. landscape d. business
5. a. carved b. impressed c. embroidered d. weaved
II. Choose the word that has the main stress placed differently from the others.
1. a. craftsman b. attraction c. museum d. department
2. a. embroider b. lantern c. impress d. desire
3. a. workshop b. remind c. outskirts d. village
4. a. competition b. generation c. conical d. authenticity
5. a. family b. typical c. grandparents d. embroider
III. Choose the best answer a, b, c or d to complete the sentence.
1. The museum has a superb collection of ancient from Nubia.
a. artefacts b. leather c. presence d. beads
2. Our aim is to make the performing arts, museums and our accessible to all.
a. love b. patriotism c. heritage d. status
3. I have ten pictures and eight pieces sculpture on exhibition.
a. of b. on c. in d. for
4. David Ferris’s father was a bank manager living the outskirts of the Lancastrian town
of Preston.
a. of b. on c. in d. at
5. All people should join hand in protecting the environment we can gain better
health.
a. in order that b. when c. because d. even though
6. we were waiting, a woman with a phone on her hand asked us what we were
doing.
a. That b. In order that c. While d. Although
7. The bus up passengers outside the airport.
a. hits b. sends c. lays d. picks
8. After visiting Van Phuc village, they came to their hotel for lunch.
a. at b. up c. down d. back
9. A: I’ll pick you up at eight o’clock on my way to the airport.
B:
a. For pleasure b. Great. I’ll see you then.
c. I have a phone. d. Would be.
10. A: Would you like to join us on the trip to La Khe Silk Village?
B:
a. Sounds great. b. For now.
c. Better things happened. d. I don’t think so.
IV. Match the word with its definition.
1. artisan a. a product that is made by hand rather than by using a machine
2. workshop b. the process of encouraging members of a group to work well together
by having them take part in activities and games
3. authenticity c. a person who does skilled work, making things with their hands
4. handicraft d. a long, thin strand of cotton, nylon, or other fibers used in sewing or
weaving
5. team-building e. the place where something first started to exist
6. birthplace f. a room or building where things are made using tools or machines
7. thread g. a work of art that is a solid figure or object made by carving or shaping
wood, stone, clay, metal, etc.
8. sculpture h. the quality of being real or true
V. Complete the sentences with the words from the box.

carved cast knitted embroidered

produced mould woven ironed

1. She her uniform every chance, keeping it crisp and fresh.

2. These baskets are from strips of willow.
3. I’ve a sweater for John, and now I’m making one for me.
4. The dragon pattern was sometimes on the cloth.
5. The statue was out of a single piece of stone.
6. This video shows how to a cup from clay.
7. Dong Son drums were in bronze and designed with traditional patterns.
8. Every year, a lot of products are from the workshop of Phong’s family.
VI. Fill in the blank with an appropriate preposition or adverb to form a phrasal verb.
1. They got bus and walked to the craft village.
2. The museum has been temporarily closed for reconstruction.
3. Bat Trang Ceramic Village is facing up the lack of artisans.
4. He asked her to go on a vacation with his family but she turned him .
5. Tourists coming Western countries find conical hats interesting.
6. She is used to dealing all kinds of people in her job.
7. He got to find himself alone in the house.
8. Tomorrow’s match has been called because of the icy weather.
9. I’m looking to the reunion with my family in Vietnam.
10. These traditional stories have been passed from parent to child over many
generations.
VII. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence,
using the word in capital.
1. Local people can earn their livings by providing tourists with necessary services. (LIVE)
→ Local people ________________________________________________________________
2. That man has a friendly relationship with the owner of Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
(GETS)
→ That man __________________________________________________________________
3. Pictures of the suspect were published in all daily papers. (BROUGHT)
→ Pictures ___________________________________________________________________
4. There is no oil and gas left on Earth. (RUN)
→ The Earth has ______________________________________________________________
5. The council had to cancel the football match because of the storm. (CALL)
→ The council _________________________________________________________________
6. She was reading a magazine as she waited in the doctor’s office. (LOOKING)
→ She _______________________________________________________________________
7. I will return to Hoi An to have another week of adventure this summer. (COME)
→ I _________________________________________________________________________
8. After leaving college, he started his own business with a bank loan. (SET)
→ After ______________________________________________________________________
9. She promised to meet me at the cinema this evening, but she didn’t arrive. (TURN)
→ __________________________________________________________________________
10. Nicholas began his trip to the remote farmhouse in Connecticut yesterday. (SET)
→ Nicholas ___________________________________________________________________
VIII. Write the correct form or tense of the verbs in brackets.
1. You can’t really have seen a UFO! You (imagine) things!
2. Linda was busy when we (go) to see her yesterday. She (study) for an
exam.
3. The festival is held by the Hanoi City Department of Tourism (preserve)and
develop traditional trade villages in Hanoi.
4. The owner of Hakata Traditional Craft and Design Museum (close) it down
because of dropping profit.
5. Conical hat making (be) a traditional craft for hundreds of years.
6. The building (complete) at the end of last month.
7. Individuals should be responsible for (revive) local culture.
8. (you/ ever/ be) to Bat Trang Ceramic Village?
IX. Write the correct form of the words in brackets.
1. The price of clay, supplies and equipment is a small percentage of the total cost to
pottery. (product)
2. He started the youth group to keep local off the streets. (young)
3. Poem conical hats are believed to come from Tay Ho Village in Hue, which was famous for
hat makers. (skill)
4. Today, Hang Trong paintings are found only in museums or fine an
galleries. (authenticity)
5. Craft village tourism has also proved an , receiving great attention from
visitors, especially foreign tourists. (attract)
6. Mass started in 1989 when the first 340 Windsurf guests arrived. (tour)
7. The tribe is concerned with the of its culture and traditions, (preserve)
8. The second collection was more decorative, inspired by and
pattern. (embroider)
9. Vietnamese people have a strong desire to maintain a distinct identity.
(culture)
10. I’d like to thank everyone for helping to make this day for us. (memory)
X. Read the text then answer the questions.
HANOI, A CAPITAL OF TRADITIONAL CRAFTS
Hanoi has long been home to hundreds of craft villages. Over the years, many of the crafts
have developed, while some have disappeared altogether.
The heart and soul of Hanoi’s vibrant old crafts are its craftsmen and women. One such
couple are Nguyen Van Hoa and his wife Dang Huong Lan of Ba Dinh District’s Hang Than
Street. They are among the few artisans still making elaborate cardboard masks in order to
preserve the traditional culture.
Although the work itself requires many steps, the materials required are simple:
newspapers, glue, paint and paintbrushes. The first step entails tearing the newspapers to
pieces and then using glue to combine them into a mold. The masks are painted one color at a
time and then laid out to dry. Cardboard mask making is therefore dependent on dry weather
and the couple can only make about 2,000 masks per festival. These are priced from
VND25.000 to VND35,000 a piece, bringing in VND50-60 million - a sum is not commensurate
with the efforts that go into making these elaborate crafts.
Making swans out of cotton is also a traditional craft. Only artisan Vu Thi Thanh Tam of 79
Hang Luoc Street in the capital makes these swans. The swan frames are made of notebook
paper and are stuffed with cotton, then a skillful artisan puts each layer of cotton on the swan
frames and uses rice water to smooth them. The swan neck is made of steel wire and is
covered by cotton. The finished product is placed in a rattan basket with cotton around and
glass-beads and silk flowers are added for color.
The continuity of traditional crafts adds to the capital’s attractiveness in the eyes of citizens
and international visitors.
1. Who plays role as the heart and soul of Hanoi’s crafts?
__________________________________________________________________________
2. Which traditional craft do Mr. Hoa and his wife preserve?
__________________________________________________________________________
3. How many materials are there to make that craft? What are they?
__________________________________________________________________________
4. Which kind of weather does the craft making process depend on?
__________________________________________________________________________

5. What are the swan frames made of?

__________________________________________________________________________
6. What does the artisan use to smooth the frames?
__________________________________________________________________________
7. What is added to color the finished product?
__________________________________________________________________________
XI. Fill in the gap with one word from the box.

artisans skillful handicraft completely

long-standing souvenirs where set
 I’ve just been back from my vacation in Hanoi, Vietnam. In this trip, I had a chance to visit
some (1) villages that produce the finest craft works exported over the
world.
The very first place I (2) foot on was Van Phuc silk village,
the cradle of best silk in Vietnam once. I totally fall in love with many colourful clothes, hats,
bags, tie... made of authentic silk. Then, I moved on to Bat Trang ceramic village, the most
famous and (3) pottery village in Vietnam with a nearly 1,000 years
old historic development. Here, I visited a small family factory to see how the (4)
form, paint and glaze with unique products and have a chance to practice my talent with
wet clay and a mould. Afternoon, I continued to visit Dong Ho folk painting village, (5)
the traditional woodblock paintings are preserved. I was completely impressed by the
folk paintings made by the local (6) artisans with natural materials and colors.
Each painting is (7) handmade on paper of the Dzo tree and is coloured with
other natural materials and its glittery surface is finished with oyster shell dust.
I took home a lot of handmade (8) which were later given to my family and
friends.
XII. Read the text and decide whether the following statements are True (T) or False (F).
Symbolic Meaning of Matryoshka
Everyone knows that a Matryoshka is a nesting doll. It is a set of typically seven wooden
dolls of decreasing sizes that all fit inside of each other, one by one. Each stacking doll splits in
half at the midsection and opens to reveal another smaller doll nested within. Each Matryoshka
is handmade, for this reason, it is unique: you cannot find two Matryoshka identical.
Matryoshka is made by different dolls. The biggest doll is called “mother”, the smallest one is
called seed. Originally, the biggest doll represents a strong female matriarch who is the main
symbol of the Russian family. In itself, the doll fits inside little dolls which represent daughters
and sons. For this reason, Matryoshka represents fertility and motherhood.
The Matryoshka is also the symbol of Russia: the big doll represents Russia mother, and in
itself she hosts children, women, men, but also feelings like pain, happiness, joy. It is a mother
who can host all these things. Matryoshka can represent also our life: we are like a big doll with
other dolls inside which represent our stories, relationships, experiences. We are one person
with different experiences. The seed represents our soul which is innocent and it is the real
essence of ourselves.
1. Russian doll matryoshka is composed of dolls of different sizes fitting into each other.
2. It is true that you can find two Matryoshka identical.
3. Matryoshka is a symbol of motherhood and fertility of nature.
4. The biggest doll represents a powerful woman in a family.
5. Matryoshka shows the role of members in a family.
6. Dolls inside the Matryoshka depict different aspects of human life, such as our stories,
relationships and experience.
7. The seed, the smallest doll, represents the purity of childhood and our nature.
XIII. Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning as the first.
1. I’m really excited about the upcoming pottery workshop.
→ I’m looking _________________________________________________________________
2. We invited a pop star to the chat show, but he didn't arrive.
→ The pop star ________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
3. He misbehaved in the class so the teacher asked him to go out.
→ The teacher asked___________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
4. The artisans carved figures of lions and unicorns on the top of the box.
→ Figures ____________________________________________________________________
5. Don't leave the computer on when you leave.
→ Turn ______________________________________________________________________
6. They wanted to apologize for their behavior: that’s why they paid for dinner.
→ They paid for dinner in order ___________________________________________________
7. When I was a child, I usually went to the local park every Saturday afternoon.
→ When I was a child, I used _____________________________________________________
8. Their teacher is making them study hard.
→ They
XIV. Join each pair of sentences, using the word or phrase in brackets.
1. Hoa was born in Doc So craft village. She knows the process of making pottery.
(BECAUSE)
__________________________________________________________________________
2. The library was bombed. Many important historical documents were destroyed. (WHEN)
__________________________________________________________________________
3. She entered the room. She knew there was something wrong. (AS SOON AS)
__________________________________________________________________________
4. We decided to take rooms in Longwood House. We knew we could not afford the rent.
(EVEN THOUGH)
__________________________________________________________________________
5. My mom instructed me through 15 stages of making a conical hat. I could make one for me.
(SO THAT)
__________________________________________________________________________
6. You want to knit a hat for your friend. You should watch tutorials on YouTube. (BEFORE)
__________________________________________________________________________
7. I was not enjoying the party. I wanted to leave early. (AS)
__________________________________________________________________________
8. I was cleaning out my cupboards. I found these photos. (WHILE)
__________________________________________________________________________
9. I went to Malaysia last year. I wanted to experience a whole new world. (IN ORDER TO)
__________________________________________________________________________
10. I attended a knitting workshop last Sunday. I don’t know how to knit a scarf. (ALTHOUGH)
XV. Mark the letter a, b, c or d to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of
sentences.
1. Elizabeth was writing a note to her friend. The train arrived.
a. Elizabeth was writing a note to her friend as soon as the train arrived.
 b. After the train arrived, Elizabeth was writing a note to her friend.
c. The train arrived while Elizabeth was writing a note to her friend.
d. Elizabeth was writing a note to her friend whenever the train arrived.
2. The water is very cold in January. We go swimming anyway.
a. When the water is very cold in January, we go swimming anyway.
b. As the water is very cold in January, we go swimming anyway.
c. The water is very cold in January if we go swimming anyway.
d. Although the water is very cold in January, we go swimming anyway.
3. The water was very rough. The lifeguards made all of the swimmers leave the water.
a. Since the water was very rough, the lifeguards made all of the swimmers leave the
water.
b. The water was very rough so that the lifeguards made all of the swimmers leave the
water.
c. The water was very rough because the lifeguards made all of the swimmers leave
d. The lifeguards made all of the swimmers leave the water though the water was very
rough.
4. Mike goes jogging two miles every morning. Then he gets ready for work.
a. Mike goes jogging two miles every morning after he gets ready for work.
b. Mike goes jogging two miles every morning before he gets ready for work.
c. Mike goes jogging two miles every morning as soon as he gets ready for work.
d. Mike goes jogging two miles every morning when he gets ready for work.
5. Ticket prices might be more expensive. Going to the movies is still much cheaper than going
to a concert.
a. Ticket prices might be more expensive then going to the movies is still much cheaper
than going to a concert.
b. Ticket prices might be more expensive that going to the movies is still much cheaper
than going to a concert.
c. Going to the movies is still much cheaper than going to a concert since ticket prices
might be more expensive.
d. Going to the movies is still much cheaper than going to a concert although ticket prices
might be more expensive.
6. We went to Dong Xuan Market. We flew back to Ho Chi Mirth City at 7pm.
a. We went to Dong Xuan Market while we flew back to Ho Chi Minh City at 7pm.
b. Before we flew back to Ho Chi Minh City at 7pm, we went to Dong Xuan Market.
c. We went to Dong Xuan Market in order that we flew back to Ho Chi Minh City at 7pm.
d. As we went to Dong Xuan Market, we flew back to Ho Chi Minh City at 7pm.
7. You need to plan your trip to South America carefully. You don’t spend all your money too
quickly.
a. You need to plan your trip to America carefully so that you don’t spend all your money
too quickly.
b. You need to plan your trip to America carefully although you don’t spend all your money
too quickly.
c. You need to plan your trip to America carefully as you don’t spend all your money too
 quickly.
d. Even though you need to plan your trip to America carefully, you don’t spend all your
money too quickly.
8. Richard is very wealthy. He can afford to buy almost anything he wants.
a. Although Richard is very wealthy, he can afford to buy almost anything he wants.
b. Richard is so wealthy that he can afford to buy almost anything he wants.
c. Richard is very wealthy so that he can afford to buy almost anything he wants.
d. Richard can afford to buy almost anything he wants, but he is very wealthy.
 UNIT 2: CITY LIFE
A.VOCABULARY

1. fabulous (adj) /ˈfæbjələs/: tuyệt vời, tuyệt diệu

2. reliable (adj) /rɪˈlaɪəbl/: đáng tin cậy
3. metropolitan (adj) /ˌmetrəˈpɒlɪtən/: (thuộc về) đô thị, thu phu
4. multicultural (adj) /ˌmʌltiˈkʌltʃərəl/: đa văn hóa
5. variety (n) /vəˈraɪəti/: sự phong phu, đa dạng
6. grow up (ph.v) /ɡrəʊ ʌp/: lớn lên, trưởng thành
7. packed (adj) /pækt/: chật ních người
8. urban (adj) /ˈɜːbən/: (thuộc) đô thị, thành thị
9. Oceania (n) /ˌəʊsiˈɑːniə/: châu Đại Dương
10. medium-sized (adj) /ˈmiːdiəm-saɪzd/: cỡ vừa, cỡ trung
11. forbidden (adj) /fəˈbɪdn/: bị cấm
12. easy-going (adj) /ˈiːzi-ˈɡəʊɪŋ/: thoải mái, dễ tính
13. downtown (adj) /ˌdaʊnˈtaʊn/: (thuộc) trung tâm thành phố, khu thương mại
14. skyscraper (n) /ˈskaɪskreɪpə/: nhà cao chọc trời
15. stuck (adj) /stʌk/: mắc ket, không di chuyển đươc
16. wander (v) /ˈwɒndə/: đi lang thang
17. affordable (adj) /əˈfɔːdəbl/: (giá cả) phải chăng
18. conduct (v) /kənˈdʌkt/: thực hiện
19. determine (v) /dɪˈtɜːmɪn/: xác định
20. factor (n) /ˈfæktə/: yếu tố
21. confl ict (n) /ˈkɒnfl ɪkt/: xung đột
22. indicator (n) /ˈɪndɪkeɪtə/: chỉ số
23. asset (n) /ˈæset/: tài sản
24. urban sprawl /ˈɜːbən sprɔːl/: sự đô thị hóa
25. index (n) /ˈɪndeks/: chỉ số
26. metro (n) /ˈmetrəʊ/: tàu điện ngầm
27. dweller (n) /ˈdwelə/: cư dân
28. negative (adj) /ˈneɡətɪv/: tiêu cực
29. for the time being /fə(r) ðə taɪm ˈbiːɪŋ/: hiện thời B- GRAMMAR:
ÔN TẬP SO SÁNH VỚI TÍNH TỪ VÀ TRẠNG TỪ ( COMPARISON OF ADJECTIVES)
1. So sánh hơn với tính từ ( comparative form of adjectives)
Comparison of adjectives and adverbs: Review (Sự so sánh của những tính từ và trạng từ: Ôn
tập)
- Bạn có thể sử dụng much, a lot, a bit và a little
* Tính từ ngắn là những tính từ có 1 âm tiết. Ví dụ: tall, high,big
* Tính từ dài là những tính từ có từ 2 âm tiết trở lên. Ví dụ: expensive, intelligent
Cấu trúc câu so sánh hơn với tính từ.
Đối với tính từ ngắn Đối với tính từ dài
S1 + to be + adj + er + than + S2 S1 + to be +more + adj + than + S2
 Với tính từ ngắn, thêm đuôi “er” vào sau tính Với tính từ dài, thêm đuôi “more” vào trước
từ tính từ
Ví dụ: Ví dụ:
China is bigger than India. Gold is more valuable than silver.
( Trung Quốc lớn hơn Ấn Độ) ( Vàng có giá trị hơn bạc)
Lan is shorter than Nam. Hanh is more beautiful than Hoa.
( Lan thì thấp hơn Nam) ( Hạnh thì xinh hơn Hoa)
My house is bigger than your house. Your book is more expensive than his book.
( Nhà của tôi to hơn nhà của bạn) ( Quyển sách của bạn đắt hơn quyển sách của
His pen is newer than my pen. anh ấy)
( Bút của anh ấy mới hơn bút của tôi) Exercise 1 is more difficult than exercise 2.
( Bài tập số 1 khó hơn bài tập số 2)
Để nhấn mạnh ý trong câu so sánh hơn, ta
thêm much, a lot, a bit, a little và far vào sau
hình thức so sánh của tính từ để diễn tả sự
khác nhau lớn thế nào.
A DVD is much better than a video for
watching film. ( Xem phim bằng đĩa DVD thì tốt
hơn nhiều so với bằng video).
Ex: His boyfriend is much/far older than her.
Bạn trai của cậu ấy lớn tuổi hơn cô ấy nhiều.
I got up a little later than usual.
Tôi thức dậy trễ hơn thường ngày một chút.
I'm feeling a lot better today.
Hôm nay tôi thấy khỏe hơn nhiều.
- Với hình thái so sánh nhất của tính từ bạn có
thể sử dụng second, third...
Ex: Karachi in Pakistan is the second largest
city in the world in population.
Karachi Ở Pakistan là một thành phố lớn thứ 2
trên thế giới về mật độ dân số.
- Bạn có thể sử dụng by far để nhấn mạnh sự
so sánh tuyệt đối.
Ex: China is by far to emphasise superlatives.
Trung Quốc là quốc gia đông dân nhất thế
giới.

2. So sánh hơn với trạng từ ( Comparative forms of adverbs)

Tương tư như tính từ, trạng từ cũng được chia làm 2 loại:
* trạng từ ngắn là những từ có 1 âm tiết. Ví dụ: fast, near, far, right, wrong.
* Trạng từ dài là những từ có từ 2 âm tiết trở lên. Ví dụ: slowly, responsibly, quickly,
interestingly, tiredly...
Cấu trúc câu so sánh hơn với trạng từ
 Đối với trạng từ ngắn Đối với trạng từ dài
S1 + V + adv +er + than + S2 S1 + V + more/less + adv +er + than + S2
Với trạng từ ngắn , thường là trạng từ chỉ Với trạng từ dài , hầu hết là trạng từ chỉ
cách thức có hình thức giống tính từ, ta cách thức có đuôi “ly”, ta thêm đuôi
thêm đuôi “er” vào sau trạng từ. “more” ( nhiều hơn) hoặc “less” (ít hơn)
vào trước trạng từ.
- “less” là từ phản nghĩa của “more” được
dùng để diễn đạt sự không bằng nhau ở
mức độ ít hơn.
Ví dụ: Ví dụ:
They work harder than I do. My friend did the test more carefully than I
( Họ làm việc chăm chỉ hơn tôi) did.
He runs faster than she does. ( Bạn tôi làm bài kiểm tra cẩn thận hơn tôi)
( Anh ấy chạy nhanh hơn cô ấy) My father talks more slowly than my
My mother gets up earlier than me. mother does.
(Mẹ tôi thức dậy sớm hơn tôi) ( Bố tôi nói chậm hơn mẹ tôi)
I go to school later than my friends do. Hanh acts less responsibly than anyone
( Tôi đi học muộn hơn các bạn) here.
( Hạnh hành động thiếu trách nhiệm hơn
bất cứ ai ở đây)
3. So sánh nhất với tính từ ( Superlative of adjectives)
Ta sử dụng so sánh nhất để so sánh người ( hoặc vật) với tất cả người ( hoạc vật) trong nhóm.
Đối với tính từ ngắn Đối với tính từ dài
S + to be + the + adj + - est + ( danh từ) S + to be + the most+ adj + ( danh từ)
Ví dụ: Ví dụ:
Russia is the biggest country in the world This exercise is the most difficult.
( Nga là đất nước lớn nhất thế giới) ( Bài tập này là khó nhất)
My school is the biggest in the city This is the most interesting film I’ve ever
( Trường của tôi lớn nhất trong thành seen.
phố) ( Đây là bộ phim hay nhất tôi từng xem)
My father is the oldest person in my Ngoc is the most intelligent student.
family. ( Ngọc là học sinh thông minh nhất)
( Bố tôi là người lớn tuổi nhất trong nhà)
Quang is the tallest in his class.
( Quang là người cao nhất trong lớp của
anh ấy)
Để nhấn mạnh ý trong câu so sánh nhất,
ta thêm “ by far” vào sau hình thức so
sánh hoặc có thể dùng second, third...
Ví dụ:
He is the smallest by far.
( Anh ấy thông minh nhất, hơn mọi người
 nhiều)
Huong is the second tallest person in my
class.
( Hương là người cao thứ 2 trong lớp tôi)
BÀI TẬP VẬN DỤNG CƠ BẢN
Bài 1: Cho dạng so sánh hơn của các tính từ hoặc trạng từ trong ngoặc để hoàn thành
các câu sau:
1. Urban sprawl has happed (fast) ______________ than ever before.
2. Ha Noi is much (populous) ______________ than my hometown.
3. The city center is (densely) _____________popolated than the suburbs.
4. You can count on Peter. He is ( reliable) _________________ than he appears to be.
5. This singer performs (well) ___________ than she used to be three years ago.
6. This year we travel (far) ______________ than we did last year.
7. I notice that today my daughter looked (happy) ___________ than usual.
8. As people gets old, they try to maitain a ( healthy) _______________ lifestyle than when they
are young.
9. Travelling by bus is much (slow) ____________ than travelling by bullet train.
10. Jim didn’t feel well today, so he performed (badly) _______________ than usual.
11. You are (good) ______________ than me when it comes to public speaking.
12. He seem to be ( familiar) ______________ with his neighborhood than any one else here.
13. Listen! Today Jim sings ( beautifully) ____________ than any other day.
14. The air in the city is (polluted) ________ than that in the countryside.
15. I think computer will be (helpful) ___________ for you than a smartphone.
Bài 2: Khoanh tròn đáp án đúng.
1. Jim boasted that he could run (faster/fastlier) than anyone else in his class.
2. her presentation is (poorer/ more poorly) prepared than I expected.
3. Jim seems to care ( littler/less) about his health than he could.
4. If you had tried (harder/more hardly), you would have passed the test.
5. Today the sun shines (brighter/ more brightly) than yesterday.
6. Snow storm in my hometown is (more severe/ more severely) than anywhere elae in the
country.
7. I think you could reach a (higher/ more highly) position in the company if you tried.
8. If you behaved (cleverer/ more cleverly), they would look up to you.
9. Although my computer is old-fashioned, it runs (smoother/ more smoothly) than many of the
modern ones.
10. Thanks to immense practice, Jim can speak English much (more fluent/more fluently) than
he used to.
Bài 3: Cho dạng so sánh hoặc so sánh nhất của các tính từ trong ngoặc để hoàn thành
các câu sau.
1. John is the second (intelligent) __________________ student in his class.
2. If only the traffic in my hometown was (convenient) _____________ than it is now.
3. ha Noi is amongst (polluted) ______________ city in the world.
4. I wish that my house was (spacious)____________________.
Bài 4: Viết lại câu sau sao cho nghĩa không thay đổi, sử dụng dạng so sánh hơn của
trạng từ hoặc tính từ.
0. Living in the city is much more expensive than living in the countryside.
=> Living in the countryside is much cheaper than living in the city.
1. My current house is more spacious than the old one.
=> My old house_______________________________________________________.
2. He performed better than he was expected.
=> He was expected_____________________________________________________.
3. This time Mike run faster than his brother.
=> This time Mike’s brother_______________________________________________.
4. I think you will have a higher position in our company than Jim.
=> I think Jim will_______________________________________________________.
5. Jane decorated her cake more beautifully than I did.
=> I___________________________________________________________________.
6. This year Peter invested a larger amount of money on his business than last year.
=> Last year____________________________________________________________.
7.My computer is costlier than Jim’s.
=> Jim’s computer_______________________________________________________.
8.Playing sports is more time-saving than playing computer games.
=> Playing computer games________________________________________________.
Bài 5: Dựa vào những thông tin cho trong bảng dưới đây, hãy viết các câu so sánh với
những tính từ thích hợp.
Ha Noi City Ho Chi Minh City
Population 7,588 million (2005) 8,426 million
Area 3,329 km2 2,096 km2
Pollution Density 2,171 per square kilometre 3,888 per square kilometre
Resident More traditional More dynamic
Weather (Winter) Cold Warm
1. Residents of Ha Noi City are more traditional than residents of Ho Chi Minh City.
2. Residents of Ho Chi Minh City are_____________________________________.
3. _________________________________________________________________.
4. _________________________________________________________________.
5. _________________________________________________________________.
6. _________________________________________________________________.
7. _________________________________________________________________.
8. _________________________________________________________________.
9. _________________________________________________________________.
II. Cụm động từ (Phrasal Verbs) (tiếp)
Bên cạnh ý nghĩa, vị trí của động từ và tiểu từ trong cụm động từ cũng là phần kiến thức quan
trọng các em cần chú ý tới.
1. Động từ chính và tiểu từ luôn đứng cạnh nhau
 Dưới đây là những trường hợp động từ chính và tiểu từ luôn đi sát nhau, không bao giờ tách
rời.
Trường hợp Ví dụ
TH1: Với những cụm nội động từ The magazine Time comes out once a
(intransitive phrasal verb) không có week.
tân ngữ phía sau. (Báo Time được phát hành mỗi tuần
một lần.)
Our car broke down and had to be
towed to a garage.
(Xe chúng tôi bị hư và phải kéo về chỗ
sửa)
TH2: Với những cụm ngoại động từ I ran into our old friend , Mary, the
được cấu tạo bởi động từ + giới từ (to, other day at the supermarket.
for, at,...), theo sau là tân ngữ. (Hôm đó, tôi gặp lại Mary, bạn cũ của
tụi mình, ở siêu thị)
She was looking for the passport
which she had lost.
(Chị ấy đang tìm kiếm cuốn hộ chiếu
mà chị ấy đã mất)
TH3: Với những cụm từ được cấu tạo She was looking everywhere for the
bởi động từ + trạng từ + giới từ missing passport.
(phrasal prepositional verbs), theo sau (KHÔNG DÙNG... looking for
là tân ngữ. everywhere...)
(Cô ta đang tìm khắp mọi nơi cho ra
cuốn hộ chiếu đă mất)
I can’t put up with this treatment any
longer.
(KHÔNG DÙNG... put up this
treatment/it with...) (KHÔNG DÙNG...
put thí treatment/it up with. )
(Tôi không thể nào chịu đựng nổi cách
đối xử này nữa.)
Một vài cụm phrasal verbs có động từ và tiểu từ luôn đứng cạnh nhau:
Pass away (chết) Wait for (đợi) Use up (sử dụng hết, cạn
kiệt)
belong to (thuộc về) Take after (giống ai như Stay up (đi ngủ muộn)
đúc)
attend to (chú ý) break up (chia tay, giải believe in (tin cẩn,tin có)
tán)
Save up (để danh) Look after (chăm sóc) Look for (trông đợi, tìm
kiếm)
Shut up (ngậm miệng lại) Clear up (dọn dẹp ) Set out/off (khởi hành, bắt
 đầu)
Show off (khoe khoang, agree on sth (đồng ý với agree with (đồng ý với ai,
khoác lác) điều gì) hợp với, tốt cho)
Take over (giành quyền Run into (tình cờ gặp, đâm Watch out/ over (coi
kiểm soát) xô,lâm vào) chừng, cẩn thận)
2.Động từ chính và tiểu từ có thể được ngăn cách bởi tân ngữ.
Cách dùng Ví dụ
Hầu hết cụm ngoại động từ (transitive I took my shoes off./ I took off my shoes.
phrasal verb) thuộc loại này. Tân ngữ là (Tôi cởi giầy ra.)
một danh từ thì nó thể nằm ở giữa động He admitted he’d made up the whole
từ và tiểu từ hoặc đi sau tiểu từ. thing./He admitted he’d made the whole
thing up.
(Anh ta thú nhận rằng đã bịa ra mọi
chuyện.)
Khi tân ngữ là một đại từ như this, that, I took them off. (KHÔNG DÙNG I took off
it, them, me,her &he’d thì đại từ này bắt them)
buộc sẽ phải đứng ở giữa động từ và He admitted he’d made it up.
tiểu từ. (KHÔNG DÙNG He admitted he’d made up
it)
Một vài cụm phrasal verbs có động từ và tiểu từ có thể đứng tách rời:
Pay sb back (trả nợ) Take sth off (cởi cái gì đó) Put sth on (mặc cái gì đó
vào)
Tell sb off (la rầy ai đó) Pick sb up (đón ai đó) See sb off (tạm biệt)
Drop sb off (thả ai xuống Make sth up (bịa chuyện) Keep sb together (gắn bó)
xe)
Pull sth out (lấy cái gì ra) Put sth away (cất đi) Put sth down (ghi chép lại)
ask sb in/out (cho ai cut sth into (cắt vật gì Get sb down(làm ai thất
vào/ra) thành) vọng)
Turn sth/sb down (từ chối Put something/ somebody Take sb/sth back to (đem
cái gì/ai đó) out (đưa ai/cái gì ra ngoài) trả lại)
 Sau mỗi cụm động từ thường có sb/sth, trong đó:sb viết tắt cho somebody (người nào
đó), sth: viết tắt cho something (cái gì đó).
BÀI TẬP VẬN DỤNG CƠ BẢN
Bài 6: Khoanh tròn vào đáp án đúng. (A,B,C)
1.Who does Jim take __________?
A.after B.up C.in
2. I am waiting __________the result of the test.
A.after B.for C.on
3.They haven’t agreed_________what make of car they would buy.
A.on B.in C.with
4. “Who did you run_________yesterday?” “It was my old teacher.”
A.on B.out of C.into
5. If we don’t conserve the natural gas, it will soon be used_______?
A.up B.off C.to
6.Are you still looking _________a job or have you already got one?
A.after B.up C.for
7. After years of being badly treated, James doesn’t believe_________the good things in life
any more.
A.on B.in C.about
8.Why did you stay________so late last night?
A.in B.up C.on
9.When Mr.Brown went on a business trip, Mrs.Smith took_________his work.
A.over B.up C.off
10.Jim promised to pick me_________from the airport.
A.over B.up C.on
11.Peter took________his rain coat before he came in.
A.over B.up C.off
12.You mustn’t believe him. He made_________ the whole story which was completely wrong.
A.over B.up C.on
13.Many of my friends came to the airport to see me_________.
A.over B.up C.off
14.The teacher told us to put_________interesting details of the presentation.
A.up B.down C.away
15.It is the shared mind that keeps us__________.
A.up B.together C.with
Bài 7: Khoanh tròn đáp án đúng:
1. My mother told me to (put/get) on warm clothes before I went out.
2. Jim really (got/put) me down when he forgot my birthday.
3. My father never (tells/drops) me off but my mother is always shouting at me.
4. I couldn’t believe she (turned/got) down my invitation for the second time.
5. My mother often lets me (look/take) after my younger brother.
6. “Why did she (break/stay) up with you?” “She said I didn’t care much about her”.
7. Please (drop/tell) me off in front of the theater.
8. We’ve been (saving/looking) up to travel to New York this summer.
9. Have you (take/put ) out clean towels for the guests?
10.(Take/Dress) off your rain coat before you come in.
11.I remember (paying/looking) Jim back but he kept asking me for his money.
12.Jim’s poor test results (got/looked) his parents down.
13.My grandmother (died/passed) away before I was born.
14.I have many tasks to (attend/look) to.
15.Who does this bag (belong/own) to?
Bài 8. Hoàn thành các câu dưới đây bằng cách điền tiểu từ thích hợp vào chỗ trống.
1. We will set__________for Tokyo in the next few hours.
2. Everyone says that Jim takes__________his father but I think he is more like his mother.
3. Who will take__________ your position when you are on parental leave?
4. There are four of us so Peter cuts the cake_______four pieces.
5. I am going to buy a new bike, so I put my old one __________.
6. Remember to put the trash__________before the garbage truck comes.
7. You must take_________your hat before yu come into a temple.
8. I hate the way my manager shuts me_________when she disagrees with me.
9. What are you looking_________? My car keys.
10.Watch_______for the dog. Everyone says that it is a fierce dog.
Bài 9. Đánh dấu[V] trước câu đúng, đánh dấu[X] trước câu sai và sửa lại cho đúng.
___________1. Your son doesn’t take you after at all.
_____________________________________________________
___
___________2. I think we will use the natural resourses up in the near future.
_____________________________________________________
___
___________3. Jim agreed me with when I said he needed to improve his living
condition.
_____________________________________________________
___

___________4. Mary and Peter broke them up after two months dating.
_____________________________________________________
___
___________5. I rarely put down what the teacher says but I can remember most of
her words.
_____________________________________________________
___
___________6. The taxi driver dropped me off in front of the City Council building.
_____________________________________________________
___
___________7. You should clear your room up before mom comes back.
_____________________________________________________
___
___________8. I was happy that I run my old teacher into yesterday.
_____________________________________________________
___
___________9. Mary is always showing her jewelry off.
_____________________________________________________
___
___________1 Both of us agreed with Jane’s opinion about our plan.
0. _____________________________________________________
___
 BÀI TẬP TỔNG HỢP NÂNG CAO
Bài 10:Dựa vào từ cho trước viết thành câu hoàn chỉnh.
1.Yesterday / the plane / lake / take / off / early / than / I expect.
............................................................................................................................................
2.My / mother / look /after / us / carefully / than / my father.
.......................................................................................................................................
3.They /cut / the / big / cake / into / small / parts / than / I / think
...........................................................................................................................................
4.My / sister / even / tell / me / off / often / than /my / mother / do.
.............................................................................................................................................
5.Who / see / you / off / yesterday ?
.............................................................................................................................................
6.It / cold / today / so / I / put / on / warm / clothes / than / usual.
............................................................................................................................................
7.Yesterday/ my mother / pick / me /up / late / than / usual.
..............................................................................................................................................
8.You / be / pretty / girl / I / ever / know.
...........................................................................................................................................
9.Unless / you / listen / attentively / to / you / teacher, you / not / catch / up / with / your friends.
...........................................................................................................................................
10.By far, “ The Little Prince” / be / my / favorite / book.
..........................................................................................................................................
Bài 11: Hoàn thành các câu sau, sử dụng dạng so sánh của các trạng từ hoặc tính từ
cho sẵn.
ancient polluted spacious fast
populous densely tranquil well
1.I prefer living in the countryside to living i big cities as the coutryside is___________
I really enjoy peaceful moment of like.
2.Although the cities are____________________ than the countryside, there are more
recreational activated that I really enjoy in the cities.
3.I can’t believe this vase is mre than 100 years old. It is much _____________ than I thought.
4.The city is always _________________ populated than the countryside .
5.My town is much _____________ than it was ten years ago. I remember there used to be only
several houses in a large areas.
6.Houses in the rural area are _______________ than those in the urban areas.
7.Young people often ______________ adjust to changes than the old.
8.The number of skyscrapers in the city is growing______________ than ever before.
Bài 12: Hoàn thành những câu sau bằng cụm động từ thích hợp.
pay back get down believe in watch out tell off
pull out see off agree with save up make up
1. I have seen a lot of people brust into tears when they __________ their friends and family.
2.Do you __________ ________________ me that didn’t try hard enough ?
3.Has your teacher ever ____________ you _________ ? No, she hasn’t. She is a nice teacher.
4.Last week I borrowed Tom &50 to buy a book but I _________________him yet.
5.My boyfriend walked towards me and then he___________ __________ a small gift.
6.I never___________ ______________ in ghosts but my brother is always scared of them.
7._______________ ! There is a car coming.
8.I hate the way Peter tells lies and ______ ____________ stories to cheat people.
9.Have you __________ __________ enough to buy a new car.
10.I promised my mother not to __________ her__________, so I tried my best to get high
scores.
Bải 13: Khoanh tròn đáp án đúng:
Many people who are close to their retirement want to move to the countryside to enjoy the rest
of their life. It is widely believed that life in the rural areas are (1)__________
Than that in the city. The countryside is _____________ than the city and people’s health will
improve. (3)_______________ , city folks have warned people about the potential risks of living
the rural areas. Life in the countryside may not be blissfully calm as expected, even tougher. For
example ,rural houses are (4)___________and people living in it.(5)________,people may also
(6)__________ up to the lack of health care service. The vulnerable old people can’t be
(7)__________treated in the countryside than in the city.For those who have spent most of their
life working and living in urban areas, they may not be able to (8)________the boredom and
lack of facility in the rural areas.
1.A.more peacful B.more peacfully C.more noisy D.more noisily
2.A.less polluted B.more polluted C.less pollute D.more pollute
3.A.However B.But C.Therefore D.When
4.A.much weaker B.more weaker C.less weaker D.more weakly
5.A.However B.Besides C.Whereas D.Therefore
6.A.look B.make C.face D.take
7.A.well B.more better C.best D.better
8.Acome down with B.put up with C.work out D.agree on

Bài 14:Đọc bài đọc sau đây.Điền T (true) trước câu có thông tin đúng với thông tin bài
đọc.Điền F (false) trước câu có thông tin không đúng với nội dung bài đọc, điền NG (not
given) trước câu có nội dung không có trong bài đọc.
Issues in big cities
These days,more and more people prefer urban life because of all the opportunities it brings
about, namely job opportunity, recreatitional facilities, decent education and high standard of
living. However, once they settle down in a city, they have to face up to more than one problem.
To begin with, the life in the urban city is also very stressful and busy. City dwellers often
have a hectic pace of life, which means that they rarely have enough time for recreational
activities. People have to work hard and compete fiercely to earn a decent living, which puts
people under a lot of pressure. Moreover, working hard and extra working hours mean that
urban residents have very short time for their family and friends. Many people have complained
that parents in the cities do not pay much attention to their children and people tend to talk less
to each other.
 Furthermore, people have to put up with heavy pollution in the city. There are many kinds of
pollution such as air, water, land, moise and even light pollution. This is understandable
because there are numerous pollutants in the city. For example, exhaust fumes from vehicles or
emissions from factories are the main causes of air pollution. Pollution is detrimental to human
health. It can create some incurable diseases for people such as lung cancer when we inhale
too much fume and dusk.
Another serious problem is unemployment.While many people move to the city with hope of
find a job, their dreams turn sour due to the competitive job market. In the city the demand for
the quality of workforce is getting higher and higher. Poorly-trained workers from rural areas
may become jobless in the city.
In conclusion, should people want to move from the countryside to the urban areas, they
have to consider all the advantages and disadvantages before making up their mind.
_________1. There are more opportunities than problems for people living in the
urban areas
_________2. Although people in the city are busy, they can always have time for
entertainment activities.
_________3. People have to work hard and compete fiercely to make money.
_________4. People don’t have to tolerate heavy pollution in the city.
_________5. Air pollution is the most serious issue in the city.
_________6. The competitive job market in the city causes difficulties for workers
with low quality to find a job.
C.EXERCISES
TEST 1 (UNIT 2)
I. Find the word which has a different sound in the part underlined.
1.A. conduct B. difficult C. stuck D. fun
2.A. metropolitan B. polluted C. forbidden D. affordable
3.A. feature B. culture C. tradition D. statue
II. Choose the word which has a different stress pattern from the others.
4.A. populous B. determine C. forbidden D. delicious
5.A. metropolitan B. fascinatingly C. multicultural D. recreational
III. Choose the best answer A, B, C or D to complete the sentences.
6. It is considered that life in a city is wonderful and .
A. funny B. boring C. enjoyable D. helpful
7. You'll have opportunities to widen your global horizons while living in this cultural
capital city.
A. unlimited B. comfortable C. cheerful D. populous
8. Dubai's Palm Islands in the blue ocean is the of a good and sunny life.
A. indicator B. view C. signal D. sign
9. This place is so with the non-stop flow of customers to come and enjoy pho.
A. delicious B. convenient C. popular D. exciting
10. Visitors can take a free boat from Manhattan to Staten Island for a great of the
Statue of Liberty and the Manhattan skyline.
A. view B. sight C. scene D. landscape
11. Ha Noi also offers a nightlife as exciting as in Ho Chi Minh City.
A. it B. which C. what D. that
12. When you want to relax, you'll have one of the world's cities at your feet, with more
than 40% green space and open water to enjoy.
A. greener B. greenest C. mostly green D. green mostly
13. Let me know when you come to Ha Noi and I'll .
A. take you out B. bring you around C. cheer you up D.
show you around
14. We expected her at nine but she finally at eleven.
A. turned up B. turned out C. came over D. grew up
15. Ann is taking extra lessons to what she missed while she was sick.
A. take back B. get on well with C. keep up with D. look forward to
IV.Fill in each blank in the passage with the correct word from the box. There are some
extra words.
identify ancient chances romantic
symbols cosmopolitan important populous
City icons play an important role in the efforts of cities to get remembered. The icons
are that the city (1) that appear on postcards sent to family and friends. By seeing one shot
of the Golden Gate Bridge in a television series or movie, we know immediately it is San
Francisco.
Good city icons carry a meaning. They tell a story about the associated city. For example, the
Eiffel Tower is definitely the most (2) symbol of Paris. It has a simple form but it
symbolises what Paris is and wants to be: the world's most (3) city. Love
couples from all over the world go up to see the sunset over Paris.
Besides, Rome's Colosseum stands for the true (4) of Rome: a(n) (5)
city that relies on its historical importance. The Colosseum as an icon show the
current importance of historical values among Rome's inhabitants.
V. Complete each sentence with a phrasal verb from the box. Change the form of the
verb if necessary.
turn up take off set up grow up look forward to
21. Please your shoes when you come in the house.
22. I was born in Hai Duong, but I in Ha Noi.
23. I'm really my holiday to Nha Trang.
24. It is necessary for a foreign language centre to an English club.
25. Tom is not very punctual. He usually ten minutes after the lesson has
started.
VI. Choose the word or phrase among A, B, C or D that best fits the blank space in
the following passage.
There are 21,900 households in an area of less than 100 hectares of the Old Quarter in Ha
Noi. In many houses, an entire family may (1) no more than a single room.
A house on Hang Ca Street, (2) in the 1940s, originally belonged to one wealthy man and
his wives, and now there are six households there with about 30 people. Many say the
convenience of the Old Quarter (3) compensates for the shortage of facilities.
Tradition is also a(n) (4) because some residents have (5) houses
elsewhere but no one wants to sell the old houses or rooms (6) these are the
houses of the ancestors.
The authorities of Ha Noi have had a plan to (7) 25,000 of the Old Quarter’s 84,000
residents, beginning in 2009 when 1,900 households will go to a new development area,
across the Red River.
However, people don't want to live in a high-rise block because they (8) to it.
Authorities will take (9) to find out what people will need to (10) them feel
comfortable in their new neighbourhood.
26.A. fill B. exist C. control D. occupy
27.A. build B. built C. to be built D. was built
28.A. live B. lives C. living D. liveliness
29.A. factor B. element C. situation D. occasion
30.A. no B. none C. bigger D. biggest
31.A. but B. because C. so D. although
32.A. move B. leave C. change D. bring
33.A. didn’t use B. were not used C. are used D. are not used
34.A. influence B. effort C. time D. notice
35.A. make B. cause C. let D. allow
VII. Read the passage, and choose the correct answer A, B, C or D for each question.
Unlike life in the countryside which is often considered to be simple and traditional, life in
the city is modern and complicated. People, from different regions, move to the cities in the
hope of having a better life for them and their children. The inhabitants in city work as
secretaries, businessmen, teachers, government workers, factory workers and even street
vendors or construction workers.
The high cost of living requires city dwellers, especially someone with low income, to work
harder or to take a part-time job. For many people, an ordinary day starts as usual by getting
up in the early morning to do exercise in public parks, preparing for a full day of working and
studying, then travelling along crowed boulevards or narrow streets filled with motor scooters
and returning home after a busy day. They usually live in large houses, or high-rise apartment
blocks or even in a small rental room equipped with modern facilities, like the Internet,
telephone, television, and so on. Industrialization and modernization as well as global
integration have big impact on lifestyle in the cities. The most noticeable impact is the
Western style of clothes. The "ao dai” - Vietnamese traditional clothes big are no longer
regularly worn in Vietnamese women's daily life. Instead, jeans, T-shirts and fashionable
clothes are widely preferred.
1. The most important reason why people move to the city is that ,
A. to look for a complicated life B. to take part-time job
C. to have busy day D. to look for a better life
2. According to the passage, the city life can offer city dwellers all of the following things
EXCEPT .
A. the Internet B. friendly communication with neighbours
 C. a variety of jobs in different fields D. modern facilities
3. We can infer from the passage that .
A. there is a big gap between the rich and the poor in the city
B. people do morning exercise in public parks because they have much free time
C. people leave the countryside because life there is simple
D. most of the urban dwellers have low income
4. Industrialization and modernization may lead to .
A. the fact that women no longer wear ao dai
B. the disappearance of Western-styled clothes
C. some changes in lifestyles
D. global integration
5. The word "impact" in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to .
A. force B. action C. situation D. effect
VIII. Read the text, and identify whether the statements are true (T), false (F), or not
given (NG).
City is often described as a large and a highly populated area. Therefore, city life is
living in a large a large populated, technologically advanced area. According to World Health
Organization, 54% of the world's population lived in urban areas by 2014. A city is
technologically more advanced and complex than the countryside. Therefore, there are many
advantages in living in a city. Technology makes our lives easy in a city. Cities have many
facilities like high-quality hospitals, educational institutes, banks, shops and other business
institutes. This makes our life easy as we can access the facilities provided these institutes
and organizations without delay. Moreover, many employment opportunities are available in
the city as many majorbusiness institutes, factories are located here. City life also gives us
access to developed infrastructure facilities, like water, electricity, telecommunication and
transportation facilities.
However, we can also notice a difference in the behavior of the people living in the city.
City dwellers tend to be busier, ambitious and distant compared to the village folk.
T
F
1.The majority of the world's population lived in urban areas in 2014. 

2.Modern facilities in the city make life easier 

3.A city is culturally more advanced and complex than the countryside. 

4.Cities provide access to the modem facilities but they are often delayed. 

5.The environment is polluted with dirt, smoke, garbage. and carbon dioxide from factories.


 6.Infrastructure facilities include high-quality hospitals, educational institutes, banks, shops


and other business institutes.
7.There is a variety of employment opportunities in a city. 

8.People in the city and in the countryside have different attitudes toward life. 

III. Read the text, and identify whether the statements are true (T), false (F), or not
given (NG).
The Statue of Jesus Christ in Vung Tau
The enormous 28-metre figure of Jesus gazing across the East Sea with outstretched
arms is located at the southern end of Small Mountain. Built in 1971, this giant Jesus rests on
a 10 metre-high platform. The interior of the statue is hollow and contains a spiral staircase of
129 steps, ascending from the foot of the statue to its neck. The two shoulders of the figure the
balconies, each able to accommodate up to six people, which offer a splendid view of
surrounding landscape. This is the largest sculpture in Southern Viet Nam. Recent
construction of a pathway has made the 30-minute hike up the mountain more pleasant and
the panoramic view along the way is magnificent.
T
F
1. The Statue faces towards the East Sea. 

2. People can climb up inside the statue to its highest point. 

3. People can stand on the balconies inside the shoulders of the statue to view the whole city


of Vung Tau.
4. Recent construction of a pathway has made the view of the surrounding landscape more 

splendid.
5. The statue is thirty-eight metres high from the ground. 

6. Only a small number of people can climb up the staircase at the same time. 

7. This is the largest sculpture in Viet Nam. 

8. It may take you thirty minutes to walk from the ground to the top of the mountain. 
IX. Write complete sentences, using the words/ phrases given in their correct forms. You
can add some necessary words, but you have to use all the words given.
1. Although/ living/ city/ have/ many advantages/ there/ disadvantages/ too.
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2.Cost/ living/ very high/ city/ because/ not goods/ very expensive.
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3.Environment/ polluted/ dust, smoke, garbage and dioxide gases/ factories/ and/ streets/ dirty
and unclean.
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4.As/ there/ a lot/ vehicles and people/ road/ city/ always busy/ noisy.
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5.Therefore/ it/ hard/ lead/ healthy life/ city.

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TEST 2 (UNIT 2)
I.Find the word which has a different sound in the part underlined.
1.A. fabulous B. packed C.asset D. canal
2.A. metro B.ocean C. cosmopolitan D. local
3.A. delicious B. facility C.city D. place
II.Choose the word which has a different stress pattern from the others.
4.A. skyscraper B. convenience C. resident D. vehicle
5.A. affordable B. environment C. variety D. indicator
III.Choose the best answer A, B, C or D to complete the sentences.
6.The architectsgot inspired to use the lotus flower in the design for the .
A. city B. skyline C. skyscraper D. downtown
7.Villagers are morekind, friendly and warm-hearted than city .
A. dwellers B. foreigners C. beginners D. movers
8.You can see the of the suburbs in Ho Chi Minh City with many apartment
buildings, supermarkets, shopping centres, and schools.
A. urban area B. convenience C. urban sprawl D. living condition
9.Dong Khoi street is the main shopping street in the of downtown in Ho Chi Minh
City.
A. mind B. heart C. head D. spot
10.Opened in 1937, the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco still ranks among the top 10
bridge spans in the world.
A. long B. longer C. mostly long D. longest
11.No city in America has monuments and museums into one area as Washington,
DC.
A. as much B. such many C. as many D. a few
12.The new student was very shy at the beginning, but then he well with everyone.
A. got on B. went on C. got over D. cheered up
13.The police never all hope of finding the lost child.
A. stops B. think over C. grow up D. give up
14.He'll be very upset if his employer his offer.
A. pulls down B. finds out C. turns off D. turns down
15. It's time to say goodbye, but I'm meeting you all again soon.
A. looking forward to B. getting on with C. keep up with D.
put up with
IV.Fill in each blank in the passage with the correct word from the box. There are some
extra words.
commercial increasing residential multinational
national iconic important financial
People in Ho Chi Minh are determined to integrate into the world while maintaining the
Vietnamese identity. Therefore, they have decided to use image of lotus bud, considered by
many as Vietnam's (16) flower, to be the main inspiration for the architectural
design. Ho Chi Minh City’s Bitexco Financial Tower is completed as Viet Nam is on its way to
recover from the global (17) crisis. This coincides a(n) (18) demand
from (19) business circles for office space.
Any city you can think of has its (20) buildings. For example in Singapore, it is
Marina - an icon for entertainment. In Ho Chi Minh City, it is a demand to create something
that everyone remembers and keeps them reminded of the city.
V. Rewrite each sentence so that it has a similar meaning and contains the word in
brackets.
1.Ann is very upset because the local authorities have rejected her proposals to install solar
panels to supply electricity for traffic lights. (down)
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2.A committee has been established to examine the question. (set)
____________________________________________________________________________
3.Our class football team lost the match, so we tried to encourage them. (up)
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4. “Can I wear jeans at the wedding party?” - “Of course not. You'll have to put on smart
clothes.” (up)
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5.Before I come to a decision, I'll have to consider their offer very carefully. (over)
____________________________________________________________________________
VI.Read the passage, and choose the correct answer A, B, C or D for each questions.
Ho Chi Minh City’s Coffee Culture
Ho Chi Minh City is a metropolis where life is very busy and hasty. The best way to enjoy
the balance in your mind in such a busy city is to sit on the balcony of one of the numerous
coffee houses scattered throughout the city. In this way you will be out of the crowd but able to
look down on the street below. You will also be drinking the beverage that must be at least
partly responsible for the kinetic energy that has transformed this city into one of the busiest
commercial centres of Southeast Asia in just 20 years – it is coffee.
 The classic Vietnamese coffee served in this city comprises strong coffee, dripped from a
small metal filter into a cup containing a quarter as much sweetened condensed milk, then
stirred and poured over ice in a glass.
Coffee was introduced to Viet Nam by the French in the late 19 th century, but the country
quickly became a big exporter.
At Trung Nguyen Coffee - the Vietnamese equivalent of Starbucks, with a chain of cafés
across the city - the coffee menu stretches to five pages. The varieties of Vietnamese coffee
produced by Trung Nguyen deserve exploration. They come with different bean combinations
and recipes, and nice names such as “Success”, “Creation”, “Discover” and “Thought”. The
"Passiona", another brand of Trung Nguyen, has been promoted for women with the promise
that drinking this type of coffee would maintain perfect skin and a life of “passion and success”.
36. Coffee is considered .
A. the biggest part of Viet Nam's exports
B. part of the kinetic energy of Ho Chi Minh City
C. the symbol of the busy and hasty life
D. part of the French culture
37. When you sit on the balcony of a coffee shop enjoying a cup of coffee, you can .
A. watch the busiest commercial centres of Southeast Asia
B. drink Starbucks coffee
C. taste all types of the classic Vietnamese coffee
D. relax for a while
38.We can inferred from paragraph 2 that the classic Vietnamese coffee served in Ho Chi
Minh City may be .
A. sweet B. light C. colourless D. often hot
39.All of the following are true about Trung Nguyen Coffee EXCEPT that .
A. it is considered equivalent to Starbucks in Viet Nam.
B. it offers several types of coffee for customers to enjoy
C. its recipes stretches to five pages
D. some types have impressive names
40.The "Passiona" for women promises that by drinking this type of coffee women may have
all of the following EXCEPT that .
A. they will become more interested in the life B. they will be more successful in their life
C. they will have perfect skin D. they will keep their skin lively
VII.Read the passage, and answer the questions.
City Life or Country Life?
Which place is the better - the city or the country? Two American teenagers talk about
where they live.
Leo, 16: I live in New York and it’s great. There are huge shopping centres and interesting
places to go. My mum loves all the art galleries and museums, but I like Central Park where I
go skateboarding. It's big enough to get away from the noise and traffic. The country isn't for
me. It isn’t exciting enough for people of my age. Most people don't live close enough to their
friends to have enough a good social life. It's too quiet and too boring. City life is the best.
Amelie, 14: I live on a ranch in the country, in Colorado. In the summer, we go hiking in the
mountains, and in the winter I go snowboarding. I really like it because it's relaxing and quiet. I
can’t imagine life in the city. It isn't safe enough to walk around alone and it’s too dangerous to
cycle in the streets because of the traffic. Overall, I think the city is too noisy, too dirty, too
crowded and too expensive. I prefer country life!
1. What does Leo like about New York?
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2. What doesn't he like about the country?
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3.What does Amelie like doing in the summer?
____________________________________________________________________________
4. What does she like doing in the winter?
____________________________________________________________________________
5. What doesn't she like about the city?
____________________________________________________________________________
VIII. Read the passage, and choose the correct answer A, B, C or D for each question.
One of the World's Best Cities
With a population of about 2.6 million people, Vancouver is the largest city in Western
Canada. Vancouver is in the southwest of Canada, and it is only a few hours of driving away
from the American border.
Vancouver is popular because it combines so many things. It is a huge, modern city. On
the other hand, it is also one of North America's most beautiful areas. The natural beauty
around Vancouver is famous all around the world.
Vancouver is right next to the Rocky Mountains, so it is wonderful for skiing and
snowboarding. There aren't the only winter sports you can do there. If you can name a winter
sport, then you probably do that sport in Vancouver. After all, the 2010 Winter Olympic were
there. Vancouver is also great for hiking, jogging, and skateboarding. It even has beaches.
The beaches aren’t the best and in the world, but they are clean and pretty.
Another place that you have to visit in Vancouver is Stanley Park. This is a public park that
is a stone's throw from downtown. However, the park is completely surrounded by the Pacific
Ocean. The nature in Stanley Park is beautiful. It is close to downtown, it feels like it is 100
kilometres away. The park also has playgrounds, gardens, beaches, tennis courts, and even
an aquarium.
Vancouver is something for everybody. It is no wonder that people think it is one of the
world's best cities.
1. What does the passage say about Vancouver's beaches?
A. They are the world's best beaches. B. They are terrible beaches.
C. They are pretty good beaches. D. Nobody goes to those beaches.
2. Which of the following is not near Vancouver?
A. The Rocky Mountains B. The American border
C. The Pacific Ocean D. The Atlantic Ocean
3. What does the sentence "It is close to downtown, but it feels like it is 100 kilometres
away" in paragraph 4 mean?
A. Stanley Park is 100 kilometres long.
B. Stanley Park is close to downtown, but it feels like a very different place.
C. Stanley Park is far from downtown, but it feels like it is very close.
D. Stanley Park is more than 100 years old.
4.Which of the following is NOT popular in Vancouver?
A. football B. winter sports C. skateboarding D. jogging
5. What could replace the phrase "a stone's throw" in paragraph 4?
A. an act of throwing a stone B. a little bit long distance
C. moving very quickly D. a short distance
IX.Write complete sentences, using the words/ phrases given in their correct forms.
You can add some more necessary words, but have to use all the words given.
1.Hoi An/ most beautiful town/ Viet Nam.
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2.If/ you/ get there/ full moon day/ all lights/ turned off.
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3.Only lanterns/ hung/ and/ view/ spectacular.
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4.It/ more fabulous/ when/ you/ stand/ pavement/ and/ watch people/ by.
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5.Tourists/ backpackers/ wonderful time/ Hoi An.
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TEST 3 UNIT 2

I.Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the others.
1. a. childhood b. champagne c. chapter d. charity
2. a. culture b. popular c. regular d. fabulous
3. a. conflict b. forbidden c. reliable d. determine
4. a. lighthouse b. heritage c. hotel d. hour
5. a. conducts b. returns c. wanders d. wonders
II. Choose the word that has the main stress placed differently from the others.
1. a. negative b. determine c. forbidden d. attraction
2. a. access b. wander c. conduct d. asset
3. a. cosmopolitan b. communication c. multicultural d. metropolitan
4. a. acceptable b. affordable c. reliable d. fashionable
5. a. skyscraper b. populous c. financial d. fabulous
III. Choose the best answer a, b, c or d to complete the sentence.
1. Every time I fly to the United States, I get really bad .
a. asthma b. jet lag c. confusion d. recreation
2. Leave the ironing - I’ll do it later.
a. for the time being b. from time to time c. in any time d. in the nick of time
3. These factors contribute making city life more difficult for its residents.
a. in b. with c. to d. on
4. Tower blocks from the 60s and 70s could be after Grenfell Tower fire.
a. got down b. let down c. turned down d. pulled down
5. The trip to the National Gallery has been until next Friday.
a. put off b. looked into c. turned up d. found out
6. The street food in Hoi An is delicious and .
a. available b. fabulous c. affordable d. fascinating
7. “Thanks for giving me a ride to work today.”
“ I was heading this direction anyway.”
a. You don’t need to. b. Yes, thanks. c. No worries. d. I’d love to.
8. “ ?” “Everything is fine. How about you?”
a. How old are you? b. How’s it going?
c. What’s your life? d- What’s the matter?
9. Life in Ho Chi Minh City is than we thought at first.
a. far the busier b. the more busier c. much more busy d. much busier
10. Of the cities we surveyed, Singapore was the worst rated by its residents for culture.
a. a bit b. a lot c. much d. by far

IV. Choose the best answer a, b, c or d to complete the sentence.

1. French bakers are fighting for the traditional baguette to be given UNESCO World Heritage
.
a. site b. status c. admission d. recognition
2. The government has done nothing to resolve the over nurses’ pay.
a. conflict b. fight c. crash d. war
3. They see the outdoors as a activity, not a job opportunity.
a. exhausted b. international c. recreational d. volunteering
4. Savannah is one of the best cities for job growth.
a. part b. whole c. full d. medium-sized
5. The railway station was criticized for its lack of disabled .
a. facilities b. system c. schedule d. preparation
6. About 85 per cent of city breathe heavily polluted air.
a. villagers b. livers c. dwellers d. members
7. Dublin was a very different place in those days, like a village, not the wonderful city it
is now.
a. rural b. cosmopolitan c. reliable d. pleasant
8. We are a survey to find out what our customers think of their local bus service.
a. affording b. indicating c. considering d. conducting
9. We are looking for someone who is and hard-working.
a. hopeful b. lacked c. reliable d. smooth
10. It is difficult to the exact cause of the illness.
a. attract b. forbid c. take d. determine
11. Sacramento’s central location and low cost of living make this place a _city.
a. fabulous b. forbidden c. poor d. determining
12. How can we encourage people to get along with each other in this society?
 a. considerable b. multicultural c. rural d. crashing
13. Some workers can only afford homes outside areas.
a. outskirts b. rural c. growing d. metropolitan
14. This is a top-quality product at a very price.
a. high b. costly c. affordable d. effective
V. Complete the sentences with the suitable form of the adjectives or adverbs in
brackets.
1. Tokyo is one of cities in the world. (liveable)
2. You should go by train, it would be much . (cheap)
3. Universal Studios is by far place to visit in Singapore. (good)
4. The price of electronic devices in Vietnam is not that in Japan.
(reasonable)
5. Today is day I’ve had in a long time. (bad)
6. Your team is much today than last week. (lucky)
7. Of the four participants, Bill is experienced. (little)
8. I didn’t want to wake anybody up, so I came in I could. (quietly)
9. I ran pretty far yesterday, but I ran even a lot today. (far)
10. Singapore is the second destination in Asia. (popular)
VI. Complete the sentences with correct form of verbs.
1. People tend (think) that the problem will never affect them.
2. My parents advised me (learn) English as soon as possible.
3. Many young people spend the whole day (play) online games.
4. It took me a whole day (travel) to Dalat last week.
5. I can’t see the attraction of (sit) on a beach all day.
6. A positive aspect of education is that it contributes to (confirm) one’s
identity.
7. I like to listen to the birds (sing) when I get up early in the morning.
8. The team has tried their best (perform) in the final round.
9. Do the plants need (water) every day?
10. If you can, please (give) me more information about the kids club at
A1 Raha Beach Hotel.
VII. Use a phrasal verb from the list to replace the words underlined.

went on go over got on with getting over look forward to

think over came across knock down looked after turned down

1. She’s never had a good relationship with her sister.

2. Maria is slowly recovering from her illness.
3. I found this article while I was doing my project.
4. Could you examine this report and correct any mistakes?
5. He refused the job because it sounded boring.
6. She continued talking about her trip although everyone found it tiring.
7. I need some time to consider his proposal.
8. My mother says she’s feeling happy and excited about meeting you.
9. The city is going to destroy the old train station and build a new library.
10. Our neighbour took care of our cats while we were away.
VIII. Choose the correct verb from the box to complete each phrasal verb. Make an
changes if necessary.

set cheer pull find dress

take turn turn go get

1. Kate and her partner are up their own printing business.

2. Many of those old buildings will soon be down.
3. The weather became so bad that they had to back.
4. You’d better get dressed and up. The guests are coming any minute.
5. One of the actors was unwell and couldn’t on with the performance.
6. They were up in old sheets, pretending to be ghosts.
7. Please your shoes off before entering the temple.
8. We may never out the truth about what happened.
9. It’s taken me ages to over the flu.
10. Richard had up on Christmas Eve with Tony.
IX. Write the correct form or tense of the verbs in brackets.
1. Summer (really/ not begin) in Rio de Janeiro until late November.
2. What tends (happen) is that the poorest families end up in the worst
housing.
3. They told me they (go) on a trip to Pattaya the previous summer.
4. The Statue of Liberty (originally/ design) for the Suez Canal in Egypt
5. Many scientists (still/ search) for life in other parts of the universe.
6. He (visit) Paris three times this year.
7. The kids (play) in the garden when it suddenly began to rain.
8. As soon as Daddy and Jonathan finish (get) dressed, we’ll go to the
amusement park.
X. Write the correct form of the words in brackets.
1. Hoi An is known as the centre for very custom-made clothing. (afford)
2. He was a very and honest man who would never betray anyone. (rely)
3. Toronto is officially named the most city in Canada. (culture)
4. The town’s most popular is the Marine Science Museum. (attract)
5. The Province Of Luxemburg is the largest and least of the nine provinces
of Belgium. (populate)
6. The illustration shows examples of dress in the late 1840s. (fashion)
7. The disease spread quickly among the poor slum of the city. (dwell)
8. I often think of the time we had all together in Boston last spring. (please)
XI. Choose the correct answers to complete the passage.
Tokyo is Japan’s capital and largest city. It’s also one of the largest cities in the world. (1)
in 1457, Tokyo has grown into a major part of a (2) region that also
includes the cities of Yokohama and Kawasaki. The metropolitan region, also known as Greater
Tokyo, has over 30 million residents, (3) makes it one of the largest metropolitan
areas in the world.
Tokyo today is a very welcoming metropolis. Tourists (4) about the street, taking in
Japanese culture. Hundreds of shrines and temples adorn the city. Shinto and Buddhism are
the major (5) of Japan. Tourists can also experience Japanese cuisine. There are
thousands of restaurants (6) Tokyo. You can choose from noodle shops, sushi bars, or
even McDonald’s with special Japan-(7) items found only in Japan.
If you ever have the chance to visit Japan, make sure you stop in Tokyo for (8) a few days.
1. a. Found b. Founded c. Founding d. Finded
2. a. metropolitan b. influence c. attractive d. complex
3. a. what b. which c. that d. this
4. a. run b. show c. drive d. roam
5. a. provinces b. attractions c. festivals d. religions
6. a. at b. in c. on d. of
7. a. inspire b. inspiring c. inspired d. inspiration
8. a. at time b. at all c. at least d. at first
XII. Read the text then answer the questions.
Toronto is one of the world’s most multicultural cities. Almost half of its population are
immigrants. You’ll hear more than 140 languages and dialects spoken on the streets in this “City
of Neighborhoods”. It’s the most populous city in Canada (more than 5 million in the Greater
Toronto Area) and the province of Ontario’s economic engine. Toronto’s motto is “Diversity Our
Strength”. Toronto prides itself on its wide range of cultures, languages, food and arts.
Visit Toronto, and one of the first things you’ll notice is that the city’s appeal lies in its
citizens’ friendliness: ask for directions, and you’ll be helped. Along with its highly artistic culture
and fascinating museums that proudly display the country’s history, it’s clear that a Toronto trip
has something for everyone.
Although Toronto’s climate is partially moderated by its Great Lakes location, it is more
extreme than Bordeaux’s and Christchurch’s, with somewhat hotter summers and considerably
colder winters. Summertime in Toronto is festival time. Just about every weekend, and some
weekdays, you’ll find one happening. If crowds aren’t your thing, avoid Caribana festival (July 28
through July 31), when the city greets more than one million visitors.
1. Where is Toronto?
__________________________________________________________________________
2. What is the population of the Greater Toronto Area?
__________________________________________________________________________
3. What makes Toronto proud of itself?
__________________________________________________________________________
4. What is one of the first things in Toronto that appeals tourists?
__________________________________________________________________________
5. Which of Toronto proudly displays the country’s history?
__________________________________________________________________________
6. How is the climate in Toronto?
 __________________________________________________________________________
7. When is the festival time in Toronto?
__________________________________________________________________________
8. How many visitors does the city greet in Caribana festival?
__________________________________________________________________________
XIII. Read the text carefully, then choose the correct answers.
Life in the big city is face-paced, fun and exciting. There are countless job opportunities and
activities to occupy your time. However, with the good, there also comes the bad. Although the
big city has more job opportunities; there are also more people competing for a single job. This
can make your job search frustrating. Oddly enough, you will see hundreds, if not thousands of
jobs available each week, but you still might remain unemployed, especially when the economy
is down. In addition, the cost of living is typically higher in big cities, and it can cost you an arm
and a leg for a small apartment in a decent area of the city, not to mention other costs to fulfill
your basic demands. Diversity is a good thing, but the amount of people can be a bit
overwhelming if you are not accustomed to it. There will always be crowds and always be
people around. Moreover, traffic can be a nightmare in the big city. It can get so bad that it can
turn you into an evil person. If you hate driving in traffic, then the big city life is not for you.
Heavy traffic also contributes to the pollution, which is one of the biggest disadvantages of living
in the city. Obviously, our health is affected most with certain diseases relating to respiratory
system and other body parts. A lot of premature deaths are supposed to be the result of long-
term exposure to small particles. Most importantly, there is always more crime in a big city,
causing you second case your decision for living in a big city. You are much more likely to be a
victim of a crime living in a big city than in a small town.
1. According to the passage, some good things of living in the city are .
a. excellent educational system and recreational activities
b. excellent educational system and countless job opportunities
c. countless job opportunities and activities to occupy your time
d. a lot of kinds of entertainment and shopping centers
2. While big cities have more job opportunities, it also give .
a. more competition for a single job
b. higher salary
c. growing economic crisis
d. greater chances of being unemployed
3. What does the phrase “cost an arm and a leg” mean?
a. your legs and arms have good value b. cost a small amount of money
c. you must work hard to earn money d. cost a lot of money
4. According to the paragraph, city is not a perfect place for .
a. extroverted people b. introverted people
c. people who hate driving in traffic d. people who prefer a busy life
5. In the big city, people tend to when traffic is getting heavy.
a. go crazy b. get enough time to relax
c. wait a bit longer d. slow down themselves
6. Which of the following sentences is NOT true?
 a. Pollution causes health problems.
b. Cities are always crowded.
c. It costs a lot of money to live in a big city.
d. Crime is not a serious problem in big cities.
XIV. Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning as the first
sentence.
1. I’ve never had to wait this long for a bus before.
→ This is _____________________________________________________________________
2. Remember to take note of what the tour guide said.
→ Remember to put____________________________________________________________
3. It took us more than 3 hours to discover the inner Hanoi.
→ We spent __________________________________________________________________
4. No other book is more popular than Dickens’ “David Copperfield”.
→ Dickens’ “David Copperfield” is _________________________________________________
5. Why don’t you consider our suggestion before making official decision?
→ Why don’t you think __________________________________________________________
6. Watching TV is not as important as doing homework.
→ Doing homework ____________________________________________________________
7. My friend plays piano brilliantly.
→ My friend is _________________________________________________________________
8. I find most of the young men of my own age so boring.
→ I feel ______________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
XV. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence,
using the word in capital.
1. This gym is less convenient than the one near my house. (AS)
→ This gym __________________________________________________________________
2. Mount Everest is higher than any other mountain in the world. (HIGHEST)
→ Mount Everest ______________________________________________________________
3. His writings have influenced modern Christian theology. (BEEN)
→ Modern Christian theology _____________________________________________________
4. The group plans to establish an import business. (SET)
→ The group plans to ___________________________________________________________
5. His father is the most capable man in the office. (MORE)
→ No other ___________________________________________________________________
6. The product quickly made an impact on the market. (INFLUENCE)
→ The product quickly __________________________________________________________
7. Jonah had obviously made an effort to put on smart clothes for the occasion. (UP)
→ Jonah had obviously made an effort to ___________________________________________
8. Losing weight is not so easy as putting on weight. (DIFFICULT)
→ Losing weight _______________________________________________________________
XVI. Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning as the first one.
1. Real Madrid is not as good as Real Zaragoza.
→ Real Zaragoza is ____________________________________________________________
2. He thinks no language in the world is more difficult than Chinese.
→ He thinks Chinese is _________________________________________________________
3. He is the tallest boy in his class.
→ No one in __________________________________________________________________
4. She sings better than anybody else in the class.
→ She is _____________________________________________________________________
5. Munnar is prettier than most other hill stations in India.
→ Munnar is __________________________________________________________________
6. Mary thinks Melbourne is the most “liveable” city in Australia.
→ Mary thinks Melbourne ________________________________________________________
7. Lifestyle in Malaysia is the same as Thailand.
→ Lifestyle in Malaysia is ________________________________________________________
8. Beijing is much busier than Ho Chi Minh City.
→ Ho Chi Minh City isn’t _________________________________________________________

UNIT 3: TEEN STRESS AND PRESSURE

A. VOCABULARY
1. adolescence (n) /ˌædəˈlesns/: giai đoạn vị thành niên
2. adulthood (n) /ˈædʌlthʊd/: giai đoạn trưởng thành
3. calm (adj) /kɑːm/: bình tĩnh
4. cognitive skill /ˈkɒɡnətɪv skɪl/: kĩ năng tư duy
5. concentrate (v) /kɒnsntreɪt/: tập trung
6. confi dent (adj) /ˈkɒnfɪdənt/: tự tin
7. delighted (adj) /dɪˈlaɪtɪd/: vui sương
8. depressed (adj) /dɪˈprest/: tuyệt vọng
9. embarrassed (adj) /ɪmˈbærəst/: xấu hổ
10. emergency (n) /iˈmɜːdʒənsi/: tình huống khẩn cấp
11. frustrated (adj) /frʌˈstreɪtɪd/: bực bội (vì không giải quyết được việc gì)
12. helpline (n) /ˈhelplaɪn/: đường dây nóng trợ giup
13. house-keeping skill /haʊs-ˈkiːpɪŋ skɪl/: kĩ năng làm việc nhà
14. independence (n) /ˌɪndɪˈpendəns/: sự độc lập, tự lập
15. informed decision (n) /ɪnˈfɔːmd dɪˈsɪʒn/: quyết định có cân nhắc
16. left out (adj) /left aʊt/: cảm thấy bị bỏ rơi, bị cô lập
17. life skill /laɪf skɪl/: kĩ năng sống
18. relaxed (adj) /rɪˈlækst/: thoải mái, thư giãn
19. resolve conflict (v) /rɪˈzɒlv ˈkɒnflɪkt/: giải quyết xung đột
20. risk taking (n) /rɪsk teɪkɪŋ/: liều lĩnh
21. self-aware (adj) /self-əˈweə(r)/: tự nhận thức, ngộ ra
22. self-disciplined (adj) /self-ˈdɪsəplɪnd/: tự rèn luyện
23. stressed (adj) /strest/: căng thẳng, mệt mỏi
24. tense (adj) /tens/: căng thẳng
25. worried (adj) /ˈwɜːrid/: lo lắng
B. GRAMMAR
I. ÔN TẬP CÂU GIÁN TIẾP (REPORTED SPEECH)
1. Định nghĩa
Định nghĩa Ví dụ

- Câu trực tiếp (Direct speech) là chính xác lời nói của ai - They said, “We will visit her”
đó. Chúng ta thường dùng dấu (“/’)để trích dẫn lời nói trực (Direct Speech)
tiếp -> They said (that) they would visit her.
- Câu tường thuật (hay còn gọi là Câu gián tiếp) là câu ( Reported Speech / Indirected Speech)
thuật lại lời nói trực tiếp do một người khác phát biểu.

2. Câu trần thuật gián tiếp ( Reported Statement)

Khi muốn thay đổi 1 câu trần thuật trực tiếp sang 1 câu trần thuật gián tiếp, chúng ta dùng
động từ “ say/ tell” để giới thiệu. Đồng thời cần áp dụng các quy tắc sau:
a. Thay đổi thì của động từ
 Nếu động từ giới thiệu ở thì hiện tại ( say/ tell) thì động từ trong câu gián tiếp giữ nguyên thì
trong câu trực tiếp.
Ví dụ:”I always drink coffee in the morning”, she says
-> She says that she always drinks coffee in the morning.
 Nếu động từ giới thiệu ở thì quá khứ ( said/ told) thì động từ trong câu gián tiếp cần thay đổi
như sau:
Thì trong lời nói trực tiếp Thì trong lời nói gián tiếp

Hiện tại đơn -> Quá khứ đơn

‘ I like science” He said ( that) he liked sciences
Hiện tại tiếp diễn -> Quá khứ tiếp diễn
“I am staying for a few days” She said (that) she was staying for a few days.
Hiện tại hoàn thành -> Quá khứu hoàn thành
“Nick has left” She said (that) Nick had left.
Quá khứ đơn -> Quá khứ hoàn thành
“Nick left this morning”. She told me (that) Nick had left that morning
Quá khứ tiếp diễn -> Quá khứ tiếp diễn / Quá khứ hoàn thành tiếp diễn
“I was doing his homework”. She said (that) she was doing her homewwork/ she had
been doing her homework
Will -> Would
“ Man will travel to Mars” He said (that( man would travel to Mars
Can -> Could
“We can swim” They told us (that) they could swim.
May -> Might
“We may live on the moon” He said (that) we might live on the moon
b. Đối ngôi của đại từ nhân xưng, tính từ và đại từ sở hữu
Trong lời nói trực tiếp Trong lời nói gián tiếp
 i -> he/ she
we -> they
you -> I/he/she
my -> his/ her
our ->their
your ->my/his/her
mine -> his/hers
ours ->theirs
c. Thay đổi các trạng từ chỉ thời gian, nơi chốn.
Trong lời nói trực tiếp Trong lời nói gián tiếp
now ->then
today ->that day
here ->there
this week ->that week
tomorrow ->the following day/ the next day
yesterday ->the day before/ the previous day
last month ->the month before/ the previous month
tonigh ->that night
ago ->before
next week ->the following week/ the week after
these ->those
Ví dụ:
He said to me, “I and you will go to with her father next week.”
He told me (that) he and I would go with her father the following week.
3. Câu hỏi gián tiếp (Reported questions)
a .Các quy tắc khi chuyển câu hỏi trực tiếp sang câu hỏi gián tiếp
- Động từ tường thuật được sử dụng trong Câu hỏi Gián tiếp thường là : asked, required,
wondered, wanted to know.
- Áp dụng qui tắc đổi Đại từ nhân xưng, tính từ sở hữ, đại từ sở hữu giống câu Trần thuật Gián
tiếp.
- Áp dụng qui tắc đổi Thì của động từ giống caia Trần thuật Gián tiếp.
- Áp dụng qui tác đổi các Trạng từ chỉ thời gian, nơi chốn giống câu Trần thuật gián tiếp
- Câu hỏi chuyển sang câu gián tiếp phải được chuyển về dạng KHẲNG ĐỊNH và lược bỏ dấu
hỏi chấm.
b. Các dạng câu hỏi gián tiếp
Dạng Cấu trúc
Câu hỏi Wh-Questions ( câu S + asked/wondered/wanted to know + O + Wh- +S +V…
hỏi bắt đầu bằng các từ để hỏi Ví dụ:
như What, where, when, why, He said to me, “Why did you go with her father last week?”
who..) -> He asked me why I had gone with her father the week before
Câu hỏi Yes/ No Questions” S + asked/ wondered/wanted to know + O + if/ whether + S + V…
Dùng “if hoặc whether” Ví dụ:
 để bắt đầu câu hỏi Yes/ No He said to me, “Will you go with her father next week.”
gián tiếp -> He asked me if/ whether I would go with her father the following
week.
 BÀI TẬP VẬN DỤNG CƠ BẢN
Khoanh tròn đáp án đúng.
1. MyBàifather
1 always says that he ( is/was) very proud of me
2. Mary told me she (will/would) visit me this summer
3. Jim wonders whether jane ( liked/ likes) him or not
4. My teacher ( says/said) that we had to finish our assignment on time
5. They told me that the ( are/ were) going to move their house the following month.
6. My sister said she (can/ could) win the competion if she tried her best.
7. I told Jim that he ( is/ was) the most intelligent person I knew.
8. The mechanic said that it ( cost/ costs ) up to $50 to fix my car.
9. The ( say/ said) that they would help me if they had free time.
10. Jim said that he ( has just got / had just got ) a new bike.
Khoanh tròn vào đáp án đúng:
Bài 2
1. Jim said to me: “ They will build a new bridge across this river this year”.
A. Jim said to me that they will build a new bridge across this river this year.
B. Jim said to me that they woul build a new bridge across this river this year.
C. Jim said to me that they would build a new across that river that year.
2. My mother often tells me :’ You need to take care of yourself”.
A. My mother often tells me that I need to take care of yourself.
B. My mother often tells me that I need to tke care of herself
C. My mother often tells me that I need to take care of myself
3. Peter informed me : “ They canceled the meeting yesterday”.
A. Peter informed me that they canceled the meeting yesterday.
B. Peter informed me that they had canceled the meeting yesterday.
C. Peter informed me that they had canceled the meeting the day before.
4. Peter and Jane said to me:’ Our wedding will be held next week”.
A. Peter and Jane said to me that my wedding would be held next week.
B. Peter and Jane said to me that their wedding would be held the nwxt week.
C. Peter and Jane said to me that their wedding would be held the following week.
5. I told him:’ I am busy this week so I can’t come to your party.”
A. I told him that I was busy this week so I can’t come to my party.
B. I told him that I was busy that week so I couldn’t come to my party
C. I told him that I was busy that week so I couldn’t come to his party.
6. The doctor said:’ You will suffer from diabetes if you don’t reduce sugar in your daily meals”
A. The doctor said I would suffer from diabetes if I didn’t reduce sugar in my daily meals
B. The doctor said I would suffer from diabetes if I don’t reduce sugar in my daily meals
C. The doctor said I suffered fromm diabetes if I didn’t reduce sugar in my daily meals.
7. Peter asked me: “would you go to the prom with me?”
A. Peter asked me if I would go to the prom with me.
B. Peter asked me whether I would go to the prom with him
 C. Peter asked me whether would I go to the prom with him
8. My father asked me:” where are you going?”
A. My father asked me where was I going.
B. My father asked me where you were going
C. My father asked me where I was going.
9. Oliver asked me:” What will you do if you have a day off?”
A. Oliver asked me what would I do if I have a day off.
B. Oliver asked me what I would do if I had a day off
C. Oliver asked me what would I do if I have a day off.
10. My brother asked me:” How can I open this box?”
A. My brother asked me how I could open that box.
B. My brother asked me how to open that box.
C. My brother asked me how he could open this box.
Gạch chân lỗi sai trong các câu sau và sửa lại cho đúng.
Bài 3
1. My mother asked me if I could help her do gardening tomorrow. ___________
2. Jim wondered if to buy a new radio or fix his old one. ___________
3. Peter aske me was I free that weeked. ___________
4. I wanted to know who was the winner of that competion. ___________
5. They said that Peter can’t make it to the final show. ___________
6. My manager aske if I have finished my work yet. ___________
7. Peter said that he was going to get married following month. ___________
8. She asked me what had I done the previous day. ___________
9. Now I just don’t know whether to leave or stayed. ___________
10. Mr. Brown said that he would get promotion by the end of this year. ___________

Bài 4 Chuyển những câu trực tiếp dưới dây thành câu gián tiếp.
1. Many doctor say:” Teenagers undergo many physical and mental changes during their
puberty”.
__________________________________________________________________
2. Sometimes my mother tells me:” You don’t have to be so tense”.
__________________________________________________________________
3. Peter said:” I am looking forward to my grandfather’s gift”.
_____________________________________________________________________
4. “If I pass this test, my father will buy me a new skateboard” Peter said.
_____________________________________________________________________
5. I told my teacher:” I forgot to do my homework”.
_____________________________________________________________________
6. “Mr. Brown owns two cars and three houses”. Jim said.
_____________________________________________________________________
7. She said to me:” I can’t do it by myself”.
_____________________________________________________________________
8. My mother said:” I will go on a business trip next week”.
_____________________________________________________________________
9. My manager said:” Someone broke into our office yesterday”.
___________________________________________________________________
10. He told me:” You may have trouble if you don’t do your homework”.
_____________________________________________________________________
11. The singer said:” I started my career three years ago”.
_____________________________________________________________________
12. Jim told me:” It is not my book, it’s yours.”
_____________________________________________________________________
13. “I have just received a postcard from my foreign friend.” Ann said to me.
_____________________________________________________________________
14. “This story happened long ago.” He said.
_____________________________________________________________________
15. Peter said:” I hope it will be sunny tomorrow.”
_____________________________________________________________________
Bài 5 Chuyển những câu hỏi trực tiếp dưới đây thành câu gián tiếp.
1. Jim asked his girlfriend: “How many pairs of shoes do you have?”
_____________________________________________________________________
2. “Are you going to London next week?” Peter asked Jane.
_____________________________________________________________________
3. “Have you done the laundry?” Mom asked my sister.
_____________________________________________________________________
4. “Does your brother live in London, Peter?” Jane asked.
_____________________________________________________________________
5. “What are you doing now?” Jim asked his sister.
_____________________________________________________________________
6. “Did you enjoy the party last night?” my classmate asked me.
_____________________________________________________________________
7. My friends always ask me:” What genre of music do you like the most?”
_____________________________________________________________________
8. “What have you done to cope with your work stress?” My doctor asked me.
_____________________________________________________________________
9. “What do you often do if you are sad?” Jim asked me.
_____________________________________________________________________
10. Jim asked me:” Who did you run into yesterday?”
_____________________________________________________________________

II TỪ ĐỂ HỎI ĐỨNG TRƯỚC ĐỘNG TỪ NGUYÊN MẪU CÓ “TO”

( QUESTION WORDS BEFORE TO – INFINITIVE)
Cách dùng Ví dụ
 Ta dùng cấu trúc câu các từ để hỏi what, We don’t know who to contact.
when, where, who, how + to V (động từ (Chúng tôi không biết liên hệ với ai.)
nguyên mẫu có to) trong lời nói gián tiếp She can’t decide what to do
để: ( Cô ấy không thể quyết định nên làm gì.)
- Diễn tả những tình huống khó khăn Tell me when to pay
hoặc không chắc chắn. ( Hãy cho tôi biết phải thanh toán vào lúc nào.)
- tường thuật lại câu hỏi về một việc gì He shows me where to get tickets.
đó nên được làm. ( Anh ấy chỉ cho tôi nơi mua vé.)

Ta không thể sử dụng “why” trước “ to No one could explain why we had to come there.
V” ( Không ai có thể giải thích lý di chúng ta phải đến đó.)
No one could explain why to come there. -> SAI

Trướ các từ để hỏi, ta có thể sử dụng We were wondering where to cook the dinner.
các động tư như ask, (not) decide, ( Chúng tôi đang phân vân liệu nấu bữa tối chỗ nào)
discover, disciss, explain, find out, for Mike wants to know how to work the computer
get, (not) know, learn, remember, say, ( Mike muốn biết cách làm việc với máy tính.)
think, understand, wonder, (not) be sure, Have Mike and Lisa dicided when to have their dinner?
have no idea, (not) tell… ( Misa và Lisa đã quyết định khi nào ăn tối chưa?)
I wasn’t sure what to do
( Tôi không biết phải làm gì.)

Để tường thuật lại dạng câu hỏi Yes/ No We’ll have to decide whether to go ahead with the
questions, ta dùng cấu trúc whether + to timeable ( or not).
V. ( Chúng ta sẽ phải quyết định liệu nên tiếp tục lịch trình
Lưu ý, “if” không được sử dụng trong bày này hay là không).
trường hợp này. We have to decide if to go ahead -> SAI.
Mike wasn’t sure whether to phone her immediately or
not.
(Mike không chắc liệu có nên gọi cho cô ấy ngay hay
không.).
I was wondering whether to order some coffee.
(Tôi đã phân vân liệu có nên gọi cà phê không.)
I didn’t know whether to laugh or cry.
(Tôi không biết liệu nên cười hay khóc)
 BÀI TẬP TỔNG HỢP NÂNG CAO
Chuyển những câu trực tiếp sau đây thành câu gián tiếp.
1. “YouBàidon’t
6 have to do this if you don’t really want to”. Theu said to me.
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2. “ I saw Jim when I was walking home yesterday.” He told me.
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3. “ Will you forgive Jim if he apologizes to you?” Jane asked me.
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4. “Peter has been a friends of mine for 3 years.” I told Jane
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5. “ Will be capable of winning this contest?” Jim wondered.
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6. “ There was a serious car accident right here last week” Josh said.
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7. “ I am frustrated that Jim forgot our date yesterday”. Jane told me.
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8. “ This is the first time I’ve been to NYC”. Peter said.
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9. Mr Brown told his wife:” Our children have grown up, so you don’t have to care much about
them”.
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10. “ What will you do if you win a lottery ?” Peter asked me.
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Dựa vào những từ cho sẵn, viết câu hoàn chỉnh.
Bài 7
1. Jim/ always/ want/ know/ whether/ he/ should/ study/ abroad/ or/ not.
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2. When/ I / be/ small/ I/ tell/ my mother/ I / want/ be/ superman.
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3. Jim/ be/ confused/ because/ he/ not/ sure/ what/ do/ now.
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4. I / have/ no/ idea/ what/ they/ do/ at the moment.
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5. Please / show/ me/ how/ get/ nearest/ pst office.
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6. Now/ we/ have to/ decide/ where/ go/ and/ what/ do/ tomorrow.
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7. You/ make/ up/ your/ mind/ where/ wpend/ your. Wummer/ yet?
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8. I / cannot/ understand/ why/ Jim/ fall/ the/ final test.
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9. Yesterday, my teacher/ carefully/ explain/ how/ young/ birds/ learn/ to/ fly
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Bài 8 Khoanh tròn đáp án đúng.
Anxiety during puberty
Many psycholigists believe that boys and girls are (1)____ to anxiety when they
experience puberty for a number of reasons. Puberty often starts at the middle of(2)____( from
15 to 17 years old) when people experience rapid changes in their body as well as their brain.
Such changer may cause a lot of anxiety if adolescents are not(3)____ of what they are
undergoing. For girls, acne is always a big crisis and for boys, changes in their voice sometimes
bother them. Those teenagers may lose their confidence because they are ashamed of the
changes of apperance. Besides, the surge in hormones also (4)____ to high level of anxiety of
teenagers. During (5)_____, mood swing happens very often and teenagers easily get
(6)__________ at tiny problems. It is necessary that parents fully understand their children to
help them deal (7)____ anxiety.
1. A. near B. gone C. about D. close
2. A. adolescence B. adolescent C. adulthood D. adult
3. A. well-aware B. well-understand C.self-discipline D.well-behaved
4. A. comes B. contributes C. distributes D. attributes
5. A. adulthood B.childhood C. puberty D. teenage
6. A. interested B. keen C. frustrated D. excited
7. A. on B. in C. with D. about
Bài 9 Đọc đoạn văn sau, điền T ( True) trước câu trả lời có nội dung đúng với nội
dung bài đọc, điền F ( False) trước câu có nội dung không đúng với nội dung bài đọc.
George is in his mid-adolescence and like many of his peers, he is undergoing great
changes in his body as well as his brain. He and his friends are experiencing puberty, an
important phase of devolopment of a person when physical and mental changes take place.
Boys in particular may find numerous changes within themselves which they sometimes cannot
understand properly without the guide of parent and other experienced adults. When boys enter
their puberty, they often start taking interest in abstract concepts and subjects such as justice,
politics and arts. They also begin to understand the world around them, planning out a life for
themselves, having dreams and life goals to fulfill.
Along with a very new view of life and sense of self comes anxiety and confusion. Boys in
their puberty develop a strong sense of personal identity. Therefore, they often try to get
attention from other to prove themselves. They are also curious about the adult world.
Sometimes, they can be misled by the negative things from the world around them. For
example, boys start to smoke or drink because they are curious and they think they are cool to
do so. They make a lot of friends and from peer groups. They may have good friends and they
may not be mature enough to identify bad ones. In short, this is a period of experiencing new
things and new people, both the good and the bad.
It is crucial that parents are ready for the changes of their boys so that they can help their
boys go through this period. A cozy home environment where adolescents can stay comfortable
and share their feelings and experience is important. Parents should be sensitive to provide
reasonable guidelines. Force and punishments are not highly recommended in this phase as
adolescents tend to be rebellious.
___________ 1. There are only changes in a boy’s body during his puberty.
_________ 2. Boys can always understand their changer properly without the guide of
parents and other experienced adults.
_________ 3. When boys enter their puberty, they often lose interest in abstract concepts
and subjects.
_________ 4. Boys often plan their life brfore they enter puberty.
_________ 5. Boys encounter anxiety and confusion during puberty.
 _________ 6. Boys may start to smoke or drik because of their curiosity.
_________ 7. Boys only have bad experiences during adolesence.
_________ 8. Force and punishment are highly advisable when dealing with boys in their
puberty.

C.EXERCISES
TEST 1 (UNIT 3)
I.Find the word which has a different sound in the part underlined.
1.A.columnist B.frustrated C.study D.adulthood
2.A.helpline B.empathise C.embarrassed D.depressed
3.A.tense B.decision C.skill D.house-keeping
II. Choose the word which has a different stress pattern from the others.
4.A.neighbourhood B.assignment C.emotion D.supportive
5.A.experience B.emotional C.emergency D.favourable
III.Choose the best answer A, B, C or D to complete the sentences.
6.Pressure children to get into top schools has reached a crisis point.
A.at B.under C.on D.with
7.Perhaps what you're reading or hearing is boring,which makes it hard to on
the book or the conversation.
A.concentrate B.rely C.depend D.notice
8.A great way to improve skills is to keep trying new things.
A.reason B.reasoned C.reasoning D.reasons’
9.As children move toward , they are less likely to ask for advice.
A.dependent B.dependence C.independent D.independence
10.Taking good notes students to evaluate, organize and summarize information.
A.requests B.requires C.allows D.offers
11.Susan needs someone to show her how to her anxiety and depression.
A.empathise B.try C.succeed D.manage
12.Mi asked what information she that assignment.
A.need to be done B.needed doing C.need to do
D.needed to do
13.My teacher told me that attend the math course for the higher level programme
that I for.
A.can’t - apply B.couldn’t - apply C.can’t - applied D.couldn’t – had applied
14.My parents asked me to find out it gave you so much trouble.
A.what B.which C.why D.where
15.I am not sure I can’t solve this problem.
A.how B.what C.who D.by whom
IV.Fill in each blank in the sentences with the correct word from the box.
helpline frustrated tense confident adolescence
concentrate independent cognitive sites resolve
1. is a time when they're becoming more independent.
2. By age 16, most teens have had development, and they have the ability to
think abstractly.
3. It's important for students to and avoid distractions when the teacher is
presenting the lessons.
4. Most shy people wish they were more .
5. Adolescents can learn to conflicts peacefully.
6. I was told I was shy as a child, which led me to feel and anxious during social
situations.
7. Children from northern provinces, especially mountainous areas, made the highest number of
calls to the .
8. I have tried many advice for teenagers.
9. Kids with low motivation get easily, so teachers or parents should be good
listeners.
10. Give students a little bit of freedom, and this will help them feel .
V. Fill in each blank in the passage with the correct word from the box. There are some
extra words.
place demands compete exams
scores choices gain tutor
Nowadays, parents are determined to get their children into the highest performing
school in their area. Many of these schools are seeing (1) of children competing for
each place and are setting ever more rigorous tests and (2) to select
their preferred students. These students may be as young as 9 or 10 when they start this
process. In London, the pressure on children to succeed and (3) a place at
the "right" school has almost become out of control with experts predicting that this situation
will only continue to worsen as the (4) for school places grow. Employing
a(n) (5) for your child, which only a few years ago would have been seen as an
unusual step, is now common for many parents.
VI.Rewrite the following in reported speech.
1.Mai said, “The stress of the entrance examinations made me physically ill.”
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2.“It breaks my heart to see her upset when she failed the exam,” Nora's mother said.
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3.“I feel stressed and tense to see that I can't get the perfect results, Phong,” said Mi
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4.Quan said, “Study stress has been a part of my life.”
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5.“I started experiencing symptoms of stress in grade 8,” Phong said.
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VII.Choose the word or phrase among A, Cor D at best fits the blank space in the
following passage.
 Puberty is the time when your body grows from a child's to an adult's. You will know
that you are going (1) puberty by the way that your body changes.
If you are a boy, your shoulders will (2) and your body will become more
muscular. These changes are caused by the hormones (3) your body begins
producing in much larger amounts (4) before.
Puberty (5) over a number of years, and the age at which it starts and ends varies
(6) . It generally begins somewhere between the ages of 7 and 13 for girls, and
somewhere between the ages of 9 and 15 for boys, although it can be earlier or later for some
(7) in age is normal.
Sometimes, (8) ,people pass this normal age range for puberty (9)
showing any signs of body changes. This is (10) delayed puberty.
1.A.at B.in C.through D.out of
2.A.widen B.increase C.expand D.spread
3.A.how B.what C.this D.that
4.A.more than B.than C.as well as D.as
5.A.survives B.exists C.begins D.occurs
6.A. wide B.widely C.width D.widen
7.A. period B.offer C.range D.limit
8.A. however B.but C.moreover D.although
9.A.refusing B.avoiding C.with D.without
10.A.call B.called C.being called D.having called
VIII. Read the passage, and choose the correct answer A, B, C or D for each question.
You can do a few things to make homework less stressful. First, be sure you
understand the assignment. Write it down in your notebook or day planner if you need to, and
don't be afraid to ask questions about what is expected. It is much easier to take a minute to
ask the teacher during or after class than to struggle to remember later that night! If you want,
you can also ask how long the particular homework assignment should take to complete so
you can plan your time.
Second, use any extra time you have in school to work on your homework. Many
schools have libraries that are specifically designed to allow students to study or get
homework done. The more work you can get done in school, the less you will have to do that
night.
Third, pace yourself. If you don't finish your homework during school, think about how
much you have left and what else going on that day, and then plan your time. Most middle
students should have between 1 and 3 hours of homework a night. If it is a heavy homework
day, you will need to devote more time to homework.
No one is expected to understand everything, and may be you need some help. The
first place to turn for help is your teacher. But if you don't feel comfortable with your teacher? If
you are in a big enough school, there may be other teachers who teach the same subject.
Speak to other teachers directly and you may be in luck. Sometimes it just helps to have
someone explain something in a different way. Moreover, youmight also be able to get some
help from another student. If there is someone you like who is a good student, think about
asking that person if you can study together.
1.The most important thing that you should do when you get your assignment may be
.
A.to know when you hand it in B.to understand it and its requirements
C.to know how long it takes to complete it D.to remember it in order to plan the time
2.If you have any free time left at school, you should .
A.use it to do your homework in the library B.spend time with your friends
C.use it to understand the assignment D.use it to make your day planner
3.When students need some help, they should .
A.never ask other teachers because it will hurt their own teachers
B.always turn to their own teachers for help
C.ask any good students at the subject in your school
D.go to their teachers or other teachers teaching the same subject
4.The main idea of the first three paragraphs is .
A.to get help when you need it B.to do homework immediately
C.to create a homework plan D.to ask your teachers for more explanation
5.According to the passage, all of the following are correct EXCEPT that .
A.it takes a student more than three hours a night if there is much homework
B.it is good to have the explanation in a different way
C.you only do your homework at home between 1 and 3 hours a night
D.it is very useful to take a minute to ask the teacher during or after class

IX.Turn the following sentences into direct speech.

1. He told me to rest for a while.
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2. The teacher told me that I hadn't done my work well.
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3. My classmate told me he couldn't explain that rule to you.
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4.The teacher told the class they would discuss that subject the next day.
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5. His mother asked him not to make a mess in his room.
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6He suggested that they should go to the cinema that night.
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7. My friend told me to explain to him how to solve that problem.
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8. The teacher gave us the permission to leave the room.
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X.Rewrite the sentences using questions words and to-infinitives.
1. I don't know what I should review first for the coming test.
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2. Mary can't decide whether she should go to the school library or stay at home to do her
homework.
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3. Please tell me how I can get to the bus station.
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4. Jim told us where we could find that atlas.
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5. He told me when I should come to the meeting.

6. The plumber told me how I could fix the leak in the sink.
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7. Please tell me where I should meet you tomorrow morning.

8.Jim found two shirts he liked, but he had trouble deciding which one he should buy.
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XI.Write complete sentences, using the words/ phrases given in their correct forms. You
can add some more necessary words, but you have to use all the words given.
1.We/ use/ planner/ keep track/ assignments/ and/ homework.
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2.When/ we/ finish/ each assignment/ we/ have/ feeling/ accomplishment.
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3.It/ good idea/ have/ quiet placed/ study.
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4.We/ also/ start/ do/ homework/ earlier/ later/ in/ day.
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5.It/ help/ consider/ join study clubs/ or/ take part/ activities after school.
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TEST 2 (UNIT 3)
I.Find the word which has a different sound in the part underlined.
1.A.stressed B.tense C.concentrate D.self-aware
2.A.delighted B.helpline C.advice D.decision
3.A.classmate B.pressure C.embarrass D.missing
II. Choose the word which has a different stress pattern from the others.
4.A.empathise B.embarrassed C.cognitive D.adulthood
5.A.disappointed B.adolescence C.environment D.independence
III.Choose the best answer A, B, C or D to complete the sentences.
6.While many teachers spend some class time teaching skills, students often need
more social skills.
A.study B.studied C.study’s D.studies
7.By the age of 15, teenagers are better able to a more demanding curriculum.
A.solve B.operate C.handle D.deal
8.Tom told us that sometimes he had difficulty his feelings.
A.expressing B.communicating C.sending D.talking
 9.My closest friend is not very and she likes having a small friend group but I like
talking with a lot of people and hanging out.
A.society B.sociable C.social D.socialist
10.Ann was raised very on her parents, and she was that she wouldn't
live on her own afterwards.
A.dependent - worry B.dependent - worried C.independent -
worryD.independent - worried
11.The advice columnist said, “It sounds like the problem is not yourappearance but the
you see yourself”.
A.route B.distance C.way D.behaviour
12.I suffer from depression and anxiety, but I don’t know to get over my problems.
A.what B. C.where D.which
13. Miss Hoa said that unsuccessful test takers didn't know the questions came
from.
A.when B.where C.what D.why
14.I want to talk to my teacher about my problems, but I have no idea to start, or
to talk to him.
A.what - where B.where - who C.why -whom D.where - how
15.Mr. Tan told us that the kids who in tests often the others were lucky.
A.succeeded - thought B.succeeded - had thought
C.didn't succeed - were thinking D.didn't succeed – thought
IV.Rewrite the following in reported speech.
1.Tom said, “Homework is a leading cause of stress.”
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2.“A little stress can make students work harder, but too much stress can make the opposite
result.” Miss Hoa said.

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3.“My parents can help me decide what's important and what's optional,” said Phuc.

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4.Mr. Thanh said, “Parents are right to be worried about stress and their children's health.”

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5.Nick's father said, “It doesn't matter where my son goes to college, Nick.”

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V.Read the passage, and choose the correct answer A, B, C or D for each question.
If parents bring up a child with the sole aim of turning the child into a genius, they will
cause a disaster. According to several scientists, this is one of the biggest mistakes which
ambitious parents make. Generally, the child will be only too aware of what his parents expect,
and will fail. Unrealistic parental expectations can cause great damage to children.
However, if parents are not too unrealistic about what they expect their children to do,
but are ambitious in a sensible way, the child may succeed in doing very well - especially if the
parents are very supportive of their child.
Michael is very lucky. He is crazy about music, and his parents help him a lot by taking
him to concerts and arranging private piano and violin lessons for him. They even drive him 50
kilometers twice a week for violin lessons. Michael's mother knows very little about music, but
his father plays the trumpet in a large orchestra. However, he never makes Michael enter
music competitions if he is unwilling.
Winston, Michael's friend, however, is not so lucky. Both his parents are successful
musicians, and they set too high a standard for Winston. They want their son to be as
successful as they are and so they enter him for every piano competition held. They are very
unhappy when he does not win. Winston is always afraid that he will disappoint his parents
and now he always seems quiet and unhappy.
1.One of the serious mistakes parents can make is to .
A.push their child into trying too much B.help their child to become a genius
C.make their child become a musician D.neglect their child's education
2.Parents' ambition for their children is not wrong if they .
A. force their children into achieving success B.themselves have been very successful
C.understand and help their children sensibly D.. arrange private lessons for their
children
3.Michael is fortunate in that .
A.his father is a musician B.his parents are quite rich
C.his mother knows little about music D.his parents help him in a sensible way
4.Winston's parents push their son so much and he .
A.has won a lot of piano competitions B.cannot learn much music from them
C.has become a good musician D.is afraid to disappoint them
5.The two examples given in the passage illustratethe principle that .
A.successful parents always have intelligent children
B.successful parents often have unsuccessful children
C.parents should let the child develop in the way he wants
D.parents should spend more money on the child's education
VI.Read the passage, and do the tasks that follow.
Nick's voice is changing. It is one of the many developments that happen to both girls and
boys when they reach puberty: a boy’s voice gets deeper than a girl's.
At puberty, boys' bodies begin producing a lot of the hormone testosterone, which causes
changes in several parts of the body, including the voice. For starters, a boy's larynx, also
known as the voice box, grows bigger, which causes your voice to get deeper.
Along with all the other changes in your body, you might notice that your throat area looks
a little different. For boys, when the larynx grows bigger, part of it sticks out in the part of the
neck at the front of the throat and forms the Adam's apple. For girls, the larynx also grows
bigger but not as much as a boy's. That is why girls don't have Adam's apples.
 While your body is getting used to these changes, your voice can be difficult to control. A
guy’s voice "cracks" or "breaks" because his body is getting used to the changing size of his
larynx. Fortunately, the cracking and breaking is only temporary. It usually lasts no longer than
a few months.
Generally, a boy's voice will start to change somewhere between the ages of 11 and 15 -
although it can be earlier or later for some.
Task 1. Read the text and identify whether the statements are true (T), or false (F).

T
F
1. A boy's voice deeper than a girl's because the boy reaches puberty. 

2.The larynx may be responsible for creating the sound of your voice 

3. When boys reach puberty, they only change in their voice. 

4. Girls don't have Adam's apples because their larynx doesn't grow bigger. 

5. We can't see Adam's apples of girls. 

6. When boys reach puberty, they can't control their voice. 

7. In general, boys don't have the same age of puberty. 

8. The changes of voice often last a few months. 

Task 2. Finds words in the passage to match these definitions.
1.___________ : (of a sound) lower
2.___________ : any of the chemicals which affects the development of living things
3.___________ : lasting for a short time
4.___________ : a stage when a person develops from a child into an adult
VII. Rewrite the following sentences in reported speech.
1. Susan said, “Every day teased and bullied and I don't know what to do!”
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2. “I’m having a really hard time getting along with my parents”, Quan told me.

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3. “Do I need a tutor when I get so in maths?” Mai asked her mother.

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4. “I'm scared to talk to other students at school, and I've never told my parents about being
depressed,” Mi told Nick.

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5. David asked the doctor, “Why do I often sleep in class although I try hard to break my bad
habit?”

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6. “Whenever I read a book, my mind starts to wander after a while, and I can't read anymore,”
said Phong.

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7. “My mom sometimes complains about how untidy and lazy I am,” Linda told Susan.

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8. “My stepmother hates me and she often blames me for stealing things her friends gave her,”
Tim said.
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VIII.Write complete sentences, using the words/ phrases given in their correct forms.
You can add some more necessary words, but you have to use all the words given.
Tips for a successful start in a middle school
1. If/ I/ you/ I/ try/ new things/ such as/ join/ new sports clubs/ your classmates.

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2. You/ do/ homework carefully/ and/ keep/ assignments/ organized.

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3. It/ good idea/ know/ when/ you/ tests/ and/ revise/ lessons.

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4. You/ your teachers email addresses/ so that/ you/ ask/ missing assignments.

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5. It/ help/ consider/ write down/ all assignments/ and/ test dates/ planner.

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TEST 3 (UNIT 3)

I. Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the others.
1. a. treasure b. pleasure c. ensure d. measure
2. a. daughter b. author c. laundry d. sausage
3. a. dials b. calls c. says d. plays
4. a. education b. graduate c. individual d. confident
5. a. embarrassed b. awareness c. abandoned d. captain
II. Choose the word that has the main stress placed differently from the others.
1. a. frustrated b. confident c. delighted d. embarrassed
2. a. assure b. pressure c. figure d. leisure
3. a. concentration b. favorable c. adolescence d. relaxation
4. a. recognize b. concentrate c. assignment d. cognitive
5. a. teenager b. vehicle c. activate d. nationwide
III. Choose the best answer a, b, c or d to complete the sentence.
1. Did you forget your purse purpose so you wouldn’t have to pay?
a. on b. of c. in d. for
2. He was sentenced to ten years in prison on charges of drug .
a. charging b. stealing c. trafficking d. trading
3. In recent years, there has been thousands of victims of sexual and physical .
a. sentence b. crime c. abuse d. conduct
4. Harrison’s greatest attribute is his ability to work pressure.
a. within b. under c. in d. on
5. My parents always criticize me for not getting good grades at school. I wish they put
themselves in my .
a. pants b. legs c. hands d. shoes
6. He wondered to tell the news to his parents.
a. why b. how c. what d. which
7. He a bachelor’s degree in computer information systems in 1951.
a. forced b. sent c. took d. gained
8. “You must come to my party,” she told me.
a. She told me I come to her party. b. She told me to come her party.
c. She told me I had to come to her party. d. She told me I came to her party.
9. “My life’s got stuck these days. I am so depressed and unable to think of anything.”
“ ”
a. You will be tired. b. Stay stuck there,
c. Stay calm. Everything will be alright. d. No, thanks.
10. “Mom, I’ve got the first rank in class this semester!” “ ”
a. Well done! b. Thank you! c. Never mind! d. Let’s go!
IV. Write the correct form or tense of the verbs in brackets.
1. She asked him where he (spend) his money so far.
2. She (ask) me the same question three times since yesterday.
3. His doctor advised him (not take) any strenuous exercise.
4. He asked me what I (want) to eat that night.
5. I am driving John to the airport tomorrow. His own car (repair).
6. Would you mind (take) the book back to the library for me?
7. The new teaching methods encourage children (think) for themselves.
8. He (work) as a research and development chemist for 10 years, then he
retired.
V. Complete the sentences with correct tense of verbs.
1. The interviewer asked me what I (can) do if I were offered the job.
2. Mandy asked me if the boys (read) the book at present.
3. The manager told me that I (travel) from place to place the following
month.
4. They said they (never/ be) to Scotland until last year.
5. Jason and Victoria told me they (do) their best in the exams the following
day.
6. I wondered why Nick (not go) to New York the summer before.
7. John told me that there (may) not be dessert after dinner.
8. She asked me if everyone (must) contact the Magic Number in emergency
situations.
9. My mom said she (be) going to visit a friend of hers in London.
10. Shannon said that she (need) to take care of her baby.
VI. Write the correct form of the words in brackets.
1. Nowadays young people want to leave home as soon as they reach . (adult)
2. A good night’s sleep will improve your . (concentrate)
3. Teens should learn to be when making a presentation. (confidence)
4. Going away to college has made me much more . (depend)
5. A lot of people eat too much when they’re . (depress)
6. I have a bad habit of taking on more than I can handle. (responsible)
7. Students have spoken of their growing with school administrators.
(frustrate)
8. Ann suffered from depression and a number of other problems. (emotion)
9. Have you thought of talking to a marriage guidance ? (counsel)
10. Her networking and skills came in handy for a charity boxing event she
hosted. (organize)
VII. Read the text then choose the correct answers.
Practical stress management can help students deal with their worries and become more
productive, competent and efficient. First of all, students must be able to design and stick to a
timetable. Choose a relaxing break between work and study, even if it’s just taking out time to
breathe. In addition, a healthy lifestyle is essential for students. Let’s drink more water as well
as take out time to get some air and exercise. Furthermore, organization is very important in
academic life for dealing with stress. By keeping academic notes organized, turning in
assignments on time, and keeping track of all deadlines, stress can be reduced to a great
extent. Stress can also get worse if a person feels lonely. Therefore, by letting out all your
thoughts to someone you trust, you immediately feel a lot better. However, if you feel extremely
stressed out, take a break and do something you love. Whether it is painting or listening to
music, doing something you enjoy can cheer up your mood and distract you from a stressor. It’s
about time that we students accept that we can achieve just as much in life without all the
stress.
1. Practical stress management can help students .
a. deal with stress b. have more time
c. face up to the worst situation d. think critically
2. What should students pay attention to when designing a timetable?
a. They have to arrange time to breathe.
b. They need to set time for relaxation.
c. They don’t need to take notice of certain tasks.
d. They should stop working and studying.
3. What can students do to lead a healthy lifestyle?
a. Visit their doctor as scheduled.
b. Not to put much pressure on time management.
c. Follow the timetable strictly.
d. Go outside for fresh air, do regular exercises and drink more water.
4. Why is organization important in academic life?
a. Because it can help students get good grades.
b. Because it is a must for all students.
c. Because it can help students reduce stress.
d. Because it leads to better results.
5. Which of the following sentences is true?
a. You should stay alone when being under pressure.
b. When you feel lonely, you should grab someone to talk.
c. The more lonely you are, the more stress you can have.
d. It is believed that stress can control itself.
6. What should you do when you are feeling stressed?
a. Take time for reflection on your progress.
b. Ease your soul and your mind.
c. Stay away from other people.
d. Take a break and do what you enjoy.
VIII. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first
sentence, using the word in capital.
1. He said he wouldn’t have enough time to finish the job. (WILL)
__________________________________________________________________________
2. When did your friends eat that chocolate cake? (WAS)
__________________________________________________________________________
3. “What are the skills you concern most?” my teacher asked. (I)
__________________________________________________________________________
4. I have never read such as interesting novel as The Little Prince. (MOST)
__________________________________________________________________________
5. Finish your homework or you can’t go out with your friend. (IF)
__________________________________________________________________________
6. They’re not sure how they should operate the new system. (TO)
__________________________________________________________________________
7. It took me 4 hours to read the first chapter of the book. (SPENT)
__________________________________________________________________________
8. Snowboarding is more dangerous than tennis. (AS)
__________________________________________________________________________
IX.Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence.
1. “Where did you meet him?” Jimmy asked.
→ Jimmy asked _______________________________________________________________
2 “When should I register for the new course on Chinese?” Jim asked his teacher.
→ Jim asked his teacher ________________________________________________________
3. Joana couldn’t decide when she should start her journey.
→ Joana couldn’t decide ________________________________________________________
4. “You must stay in bed until next Monday!” the doctor said.
→ The doctor said _____________________________________________________________
5. I have no idea who I should call for help in this situation.
→ I have no idea ______________________________________________________________
6. “Should I tell her the truth about her misery?” she asked herself.
→ She wondered ______________________________________________________________
7. I’m not sure what I should do to help her overcome her mom’s death.
→ I’m not sure ________________________________________________________________
8. “I am going to work for a new company next week,” John said.
→ John said___________________________________________________________________
X. Turn the following sentences into reported speech.
1. “Our daughter wants to study abroad for a year,” they said.
__________________________________________________________________________
2. “Have you ever experienced school pressures?” she asked me.
__________________________________________________________________________
3. “Yesterday I couldn’t watch my favourite cartoon on Disney Channel,” he said.
__________________________________________________________________________
4. “Is the weather good in Shanghai in the summer?” Jane asked me.
__________________________________________________________________________
5. “What are the skills that you find the most difficult to learn?” she asked me.
__________________________________________________________________________
6. “Would you bring me a cup of coffee, please?” she told me.
__________________________________________________________________________
7. “I’ll come and help you on Saturday,” Joana told me.
__________________________________________________________________________
8. “When will you come back home?” my mom asked me.
__________________________________________________________________________
9. “Do you need any help on this assignment?” the teacher asked me.
__________________________________________________________________________
10. “My friend got engaged to a German last month,” Danny told Ann.

TEST YOURSELF 1(UNIT 1,2,3)

I.Find the word which has a different sound in the part underlined.
1.A. craft B.carve C.aware D.cast
2.A. surface B.drumhead C.multicultural D.frustrated
3.A. craftsman B.house-keeping C.cost D.preserve
II.Choose the word which has a different stress pattern from the others.
4.A. fabulous B. skyscraper C.lacquerware D.determine
5.A. authenticity B. cooperative C.metropolitan D.multicultural
III.Choose the best answer A, B, C or D to complete the sentences.
6.Lacquering is a uniquely-performed in Viet Nam.
A.tradition B.production C.culture D.craft
7.The drawing and printing techniques have been and inherited over many
generations.
A.preserved B.stored C.prevented D.treated
8.There is a of employment opportunities in a city.
A.type B.variety C.group D.change
9.Skillful hand-weaving techniques of the local make Dinh An sedge mats a
wonderful souvenir for visitors.
A.artists B.actors C.artefacts D.artisans
10.Maybe we are worried about something so our keeps wandering over to a
particular issue.
A.brain B. C.feeling D.mind
11.The bamboo used to make conical hats must be split into very thin strings and then put into
water they can avoid tearing and any breakage.
A.because B. C.so that D.therefore
12.To consider an idea or a suggestion before deciding to accept it is to .
A.look it up B. C.think it over D.take it up
13. “Do you your new classmate, or do you two argue?”.
A.get on with B. C.face up to D.keep up with
14.All of my teachers, friends and relatives are asking me continually what careers I am
interested in and I'm struggling to a decision.
A.do B. C.take D.offer
15.I am unsure as to fashion designing is the right career for me.
A.whether B.what C.where D.how
IV.Fill in each blank in the passage with the correct word from the box. There are some
extra words.
luxury cleanest cultures busiest
skyscrapers perfect neighbourhoods liveable
Singapore is the most (16) city in Southeast Asia, but it is a rather expensive
place to live. Public transportation goes to everywhere, and getting a permit to drive a car
costs you a lot of money. Therefore, it is one of the (17) cities in the world, too.
Besides the (18) in Clark Quay, Singapore is a melting pot of Western, Indian,
Chinese, and Malay (19) . The diverse culture of Singapore makes it a (20)
place for fine shopping and dining. You can lie on Singapore's own beaches on
Sentosa Island or go to great beaches in Indonesia not far away.
V. Write each sentence so that it has a similar meaning and contains the word in
brackets. Make sure that you use the correct verb form.
21. Paul arrived when everyone had gone home. (up)
Paul ____________________________________________.
22.We should not make an important decision until we have thought carefully about it. (think)
We should _______________________________________an important decision.
23.She always has a good relationship with the children. (on)
She always ______________________________________.
24.I don't believe a word he said; he just invented the story. (up)
I don't believe a word he said: he just __________________.
25.Would you mind taking care of my bicycle while I'm away for a while? (after)
Would you mind __________________________________while I'm away for a while?
VI.Choose the word or phrase among A, B, C or D that best fits the blank space in the
following passage.
We know that nowadays students (26) from test stress, and there are a
few of the biggest causes. First, it is important to do your best and study hard, but you may
push yourself too much to get a high grade, and (27) can be hard to deal with. Second,
many schools want to show high test grades from their students to (28) that they are doing
a good job of educating them. Therefore, they have high expectations for the teachers, who
(29) have high expectations for the students. In addition, most parents want to see
great school (30) , and they can start pushing their children when test time (31)
. Moreover, if you had a (32) time with a test in the past, or if you have (33)
poorly on one or more tests, you could feel anxious about the next one. Finally,
sometimes other students can (34) rumors about a test, or you might hear things
from older friends and siblings. Rumors like "That teacher's tests are totally impossible to
pass!" can make you a lot (35) nervous.
26.A. suffer B. prevent C.experience D.show
27.A. force B. causes C.grades D.pressure
28.A. make B. prove C.discover D.try
29.A. after B. again C.then D.than
30.A. events B. reports C.descriptions D.statements
31.A. comes around B. comes through C.comes to
D.comes under
32.A. bad B. low C.pleasant D.harmful
33.A. come B. taken C.made D.done
34.A. expand B. spread C.reach D.extend
35.A. much B. over C.more D.less
VII.Read the passage, and choose the correct answer A, B, Cor D for each question.
To preserve and develop traditional craft villages, in recent years, the local authorities
have conducted preservation of four traditional crafts: brocade weaving, silver carving,
blacksmithing, and carpentry to bring about economic and social efficiency for the
development of provincial tourism…
Currently, the province of Lao Cai has formed the clear models of traditional villages.
Cat Cat village has gradually built its brand with the forging and casting products, textiles of
linens of Hmong people. The famous alcohol villages have found their footholds in the market
such as Pho village corn wine (Bac Ha), Xeo village wine (in Bat Xat commune)
 The villages in the province have been associated with tourism spots and promote
tourism development in the community, improve living standards of many families through their
home business, selling handicrafts, brocade products.
In the past, in the villages in Sa Pa, people mostly make their living in agriculture,
forestry, but now there have been many households getting involved in tourism activities of the
village.
With the aim of preserving and developing traditional village linked to tourism
development, most of the villages have created its own definition for tourists to learn and
explore. In particular, brocade weaving is dominant, serving the needs of families and tourists.
Only in Sa Pa district has 11 embroidery and weaving villages, in Ta Phin village, and San Sa
Ho village with about 1000 households participating and a number of groups from the district
women society, put on the market each year more than 30,000 metres of fabric. Other districts
like Van Ban, Bac Ha have also formed several embroidery villages, attracting thousands of
workers.
36.Cat Cat village is famous for .
A.com wine B.its textiles of linens C.blacksmithing D.silver carving
37.The purpose of preservation of traditionalcraft villages is bringing about .
A.the clear models of traditional villages B.weaving 30,000 metresof fabric
C.the start of tourism D.economic and social development
38.We can infer from the passage thattourism has .
A.raised labour income in rural areas B.made all farmers quit farming
C.prevented forests from being cut down D.found its footholds in the market
39. All of the following are true EXCEPT that .
A.brocade weaving has become the most important craft in Sa Pa and nearby districts
B.local people can sell brocade handicrafts, products to tourists
C.other districts should start preserving their crafts like Sa Pa
D.preservation of traditional crafts can be associated with tourism
40. The word "definition" in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to .
A.descriptions of features B.explanation of the meaning
C.quality of being clear D.what tourism means
VIII.Write complete sentences, using the words/ phrases given in their correct forms. You
can add some more necessary words, but you have to use all the words given.
41. First/ visitors/ visit/ Institute/Oceanography/ which/ one/ first centers/ scientific research/
Indochina.

____________________________________________________________________________
42. They/ go on/ see/ Marine Creature Museum/ more than/ 80,000 sea and fresh water specimen/
and/ living creatures/ glass tanks.

____________________________________________________________________________
43. Next/ they/ go/ Long Son Pagoda/ which/ largest pagoda/ Nha Trang.

____________________________________________________________________________
44. Then/ visitors/ not miss Ponagar Cham Tower/ built/ between/ 7 th/ 12th century/ honour/ Mother/
Cham Kingdom.

____________________________________________________________________________
45. Finally/ Chong Rocks/ famous sight/ Nha Trang/ large rock clusters/ beach/ at/ foot/ La San
hill.
TEST YOURSELF 2(UNIT 1,2,3)
I. Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the others.
1. a. concentration b. question c. attraction d. emotion
2. a. exist b. exchange c. extreme d. expect
3. a. recognize b. opinion c. adolescence d. conflict
4. a. urban b. craft c. organize d. Canada
5. a. artisan b. handicraft c. machine d. heritage
II. Choose the word that has the main stress placed differently from the others.
1. a. encourage b. volunteer c. overcome d. understand
2. a. informed b. worried c. relaxed d. depressed
3. a. recognition b. affordable c. independent d. adolescence
4. a. artisan b. frustration c. emotion d. forbidden
5. a. recreational b. university c. individual d. communicator
III. Complete the sentences with the words from the box.

lacquerware abandoned metropolitan emergency self-discipline

sprawl multicultural embarrassed adolescence lanterns

1. The charity’s work involves finding foster homes for children.

2. We try to teach the children self-reliance and .
3. During , boys are sometimes very shy and lacking of self-confidence.
4. The chair broke when Tim sat on it – he was pretty .
5. The services in this area simply couldn’t cope if there were a major
accident or terrorist attack.
6. Urban is caused in part by the need to accommodate a rising urban
population.
7. Singapore’s mix of cultures – mostly Chinese, Indian, and Malay – makes it a
society.
8. Vietnamese believe that hanging a couple of in front of their houses will
bring the warmth and happiness to the family.
9. Duck eggshell is especially applied in Vietnamese .
10. San Francisco tops the list of the 25 largest areas by household income.
IV. Choose the best answer a, b, c or d to complete the sentence.
1. Studies show that having good conflict skills is associated with various positive
outcomes.
a. resolutional b. resolving c. resolve d. resolution
2. For most of us, however, positive thinking and can be learned.
 a. self-awareness b. self-abuse c. self-access d. self-analysis
3. He asked her to marry him but she .
a. carry him out b. turned him down c. took him out d. let him in
4. The cost living in Singapore is higher than any countries in South East Asia.
a. for b. on c. of d. in
5. I met James in a restaurant on Friday and he said that he had seen Caroline there .
a. the day before b. this day c. today d. that day
16. Jane said that she come and look after the children the following day.
a. can b. will c. could d. should
7. The weather was in England than in Spain last week.
a. most warmer b. by far warmer c. more warmer d. much warmer
8. all our efforts to save the school, the authorities decided to close it.
a. Since b. Despite c. Although d. Because
9. He still doesn’t know his budget when living alone in the city.
a. when to manage b. how to manage c. where to manage d. what to manage
10. A: “I really don’t like shopping around the holidays.”
B: “. It’s always so busy.”
a. I couldn’t agree with you more. b. I like it.
c. I don’t like it. d. No, it’s not that.
V. Write the correct form of the words in brackets.
1. Many people enjoy the pleasures and of living in a city center. (convenient)
2. Cigarette smoking is for about 90% of deaths from lung cancer, (respond)
3. He went on to work in film and shared a flat with his father. (produce)
4. John changed from a friendly and cheerful young boy into a confused .
(adolescence)
5. The weather was , so we arrived earlier than expected. (favor)
6. Schools must try to make science more to youngsters. (attract)
7. She managed to find a job immediately after . (graduate)
8. Parents need to continue to with the child. (empathy)
9. During the 19th century, Britain became the world’s first modern society.
(urban)
10. She got into difficulties after her parents had passed away. (finance)
VI. Write the correct form or tense of the verbs in brackets.
1. He told them again that they (must) learn to love each other.
2. When I woke up this morning, it was raining and my father (sing) in the
kitchen.
3. I wondered where (get) my pre-paid train ticket.
4. (you/ travel) to Paris tomorrow?
5. Dana admitted (feel) hurt by what I had said.
6. She said she (write) three books and she was working on another one.
7. She was made (work) on Saturday, even though she hated working at
weekends.
8. If I (find) her address, I would send her an invitation.
9. Japanese (become) one of the most popular courses at the university since
the Asian studies program was established.
10. Look at those black clouds. I think it (rain).
VII. Match sentences.
A B
1. What is the function of the Magic
a. That’s cool.
Number?
b. We can use public transportation instead
2. I wonder whether to encourage him to
of cars or motorbikes.
follow his dream.
c. I had an appointment with my doctor.I
3. Was she delighted to take a course on
suffered from stomachache those days.
medicine as her parents wished?
d. I think you should do it.
4. Artisans have to follow 15 stages to make
a conical hat, don’t they?
e. No, she wasn’t.
5. Shall we try making a lantern when
visiting Hoi An?
f. It is a service for counseling and
6. Sherry, getting over the jet lag?
protecting children and young adults in
Vietnam.
g. Yes, I slept like a log right after arriving
7. Why did you turn down his invitation to
home.
the party?
h. Yes, they do.
8. How can we reduce the pollution in urban
area?
VIII. Choose the correct answers to complete the passage.
Living in a city has a (1) of drawbacks. Firstly, there is the problem of traffic
(2) and traffic accidents. The increase (3) population and the
increasing number of vehicles have (4) many accidents to happen every day.
Secondly, air pollution (5) affects people’s health, and is also has a bad (6)
on the environment. More and more city dwellers suffer from coughing or breathing
problems. Thirdly, the city is noisy, even at night. (7) pollution comes from the
traffic and from construction sites. Buildings are always being knocked down and rebuilt. These
factors contribute to making city life (8) difficult for its residents.
1. a. amount b. large c. number d. quantity
2. a. calm b. jams c. light d. legacy
3. a. with b. on c. for d. in
4. a. caused b. made c. done d. got
5. a. actively b. negatively c. positively d. weakly
6. a. pressure b. consequence c. influence d. result
7. a. Noise b. Air c. Water d. Soil
8. a. mostly b. very c. much d. more
IX. Read the text carefully then decide whether the statements are true (T) or false (F) and
choose the correct answers.
Spending your free time on the Internet can be fun. You can chat, share photos with friends,
and play online games. But some people are addicted to the Internet. They just can’t turn it off.
Being online for many hours at a time does not mean you have a problem. The Internet is
very useful. Online, you can pay your bills, buy clothes, and read the news. There are many
good reasons to spend time online. However, people with an Internet addiction are online too
much. They don’t spend time with their friends and family. Instead, they spend their time
chatting with their Internet friends, people they have never met in real life. Some also play online
games all day or night. Some people with Internet addictions even leave their jobs so they can
spend even more time online! People with Internet addictions don’t just go online to shop, have
fun, or do work. People who have this problem often go online because they want to escape the
stress and problems in their lives. Many internet addicts stop caring about their real lives, and
focus only on their online lives.
One way Internet addicts can get help is by using special software. This software controls
how much time someone can spend online. It tells the computer to turn off the internet after a
certain amount time. This helps people focus on real life. The software’s goal is to teach people
to use the Internet for good reasons and not just as an escape.
1. People with Internet addiction spend most of their free time on the Internet.
2. Paying bills online is a useful way to use the Internet.
3. Internet addiction causes problems in one’s daily life.
4. Most Internet addicts play online games all day or night.
5. Using special software is a way of helping people stop their Internet addiction.
6. What is the main idea of the article?
a. People should not spend time on the Internet.
b. The Internet is very good for people.
c. Spending too much time online is not good.
d. Families should use the Internet together.
7. Which is NOT a problem for people with Internet addiction?
a. They stop spending time with their family.
b. They learn to type very fast.
c. They might lose their jobs.
d. They stop caring about their real lives.
8. According to the passage, a person is most likely to become an Internet addict if .
a. their life is stressful and has problems b. their job is boring
c. they enjoy online gaming d. they have a lot of online friends
X. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence.
1. The wounded persons were taken to hospital by the police.
→ The police _________________________________________________________________
2. “Don’t leave your luggage unattended.”
→ He asked me _______________________________________________________________
3. The salary of a professor is higher than that of a secretary.
→ The salary of a secretary is ____________________________________________________
4. He felt very miserable, so he looked for someone to share his life with.
→ He looked __________________________________________________________________
5. I didn’t realize how late it was and I didn’t stop studying till after midnight.
→ I didn’t realize how late it was and I went _________________________________________
6. When did you start working on the project?
→ How long __________________________________________________________________
7. I am leaving now so that I won’t be late for work.
→ I am leaving now in __________________________________________________________
8. New York City is the busier than any other city in the world.
→ New York City ______________________________________________________________
9. Dina is like her mother’s side of the family.
→ Dina takes _________________________________________________________________
10. “How long have you been standing here?” he asked me.
→ He asked me _______________________________________________________________
UNIT 4:LIFE IN THE PAST
A.VOCABULARY
1. act out (v) /ækt aʊt/: đóng vai, diễn
2. arctic (adj /ˈɑːktɪk/: (thuộc về) Bắc cực
3. bare-footed (adj) /beə(r)-fʊtɪd/: chân đất
4. behave (v) (+oneself) /bɪˈheɪv/: ngoan, biết cư xử
5. dogsled (n) /ˈdɒɡsled/: xe chó kéo
6. domed (adj) /dəʊmd/: hình vòm
7. downtown (adv) /ˌdaʊnˈtaʊn/: vào trung tâm thành phố
8. eat out (v) /iːt aʊt/: ăn ngoài
9. entertain (v) /ˌentəˈteɪn/: giải trí
10. event (n) /ɪˈvent/: sự kiện
11. face to face (adv) /feɪs tʊ feɪs/: trực diện, mặt đối mặt
12. facility (n) /fəˈsɪləti/: phương tiện, thiết bị
13. igloo (n) /ˈɪɡluː/: lều tuyết
14. illiterate (adj) /ɪˈlɪtərət/: thất học
15. loudspeaker (n) /ˌlaʊdˈspiːkə(r)/: loa
16. occasion (n) /əˈkeɪʒn/: dịp
17. pass on (ph.v) /pɑːs ɒn/: truyền lại, kể lại
18. post (v) /pəʊst/: đăng tải
19. snack (n) /snæk/: đồ ăn vặt
20. street vendor (n) /striːt ˈvendə(r)/: người bán hàng rong
21. strict (adj) /strɪkt/: nghiêm khắc
22. treat (v) /triːt/: cư xử
B. GRAMMAR
I, ÔN TẬP THÓI QUEN TRONG QUÁ KHỨ VỚI “USED TO”
Cách sử “Used to” được dung để miêu tả những thói quen, hành động hoặc trạng thái đã xảy ra
dụng thường xuyên trong quá khứ và đã kết thúc, không còn ở hiện tại.
 Cấu trúc (+) S + used to + V…
(-) S + didn’t used to + V…
(?) Did + S + use to + V…

Ví dụ - I used to listen to the radio. ( Ngày trước tôi thường nghe đài.)
- They used to go swimming together. (Ngày trước họ thường đi bơi cùng nhau.)
- He didn’t use to play marbles. (Ngày trước anh ấy không chơi bi.)
- Did you used to ride a buffalo? (Ngày trước bạn có đi cưỡi trâu không?)

BÀI TẬP VẬN DỤNG CƠ BẢN

Bài 1: Hoàn thành các câu sau với cấu trúc “used to” và động từ trong ngoặc.

1. Do you know what (Jim/do) _____________ before he retired?

2. _____________ (Mary/be) a successful business woman before she went bankrupt?
3. My family (not/travel) _____________ during summer vacation but now we really enjoy it.
4. I wonder what (people/do) ___________ to celebrate the Harvest Festival in the past?
5. As a kid, Josh (have) _________ his grandfather pick him up from primary school.
6. This boy band (be) ____________ popular before they disbanded.
7. When my grandmother was young, she (set off) ___________ for a foreign country almost
every summer.
8. My mother says that she (not scope) ______________ with much work stress five years ago.
9. In the past, people in my village (raise) ___________ poultry or castle to earn a living.
10. I can’t believe my father (be) considered a bad boy before he married my mother.
11. Who _________ (you/confide) in when you was at your teenage?
12. They (not use) __________ folk and knife when they first moved to America.
13. Jim (not like) _________ me much when we were at school but now he is my husband.
14. My father (work) _________ very far from home before he found his current job.
15. Those men (suffer) __________ a lot before they finally succeeded in their business.

Bài 2: Dựa vào những thông tin cho sẵn để viết các câu miêu tả những sự việc
trong quá khứ mà bây giờ không còn làm nữa.
0. I saw many buffaloes in my hometown but I can’t see many of them now.
-> I used to see many buffaloes in my hometown.
1. This was only a small company with several years of low profit but now it has changed a lot.
-> ___________________________________________________________
2. Men were the breadwinner of the family and women depended greatly on men.
-> ___________________________________________________________
3. My sister admitted that she lied sometimes in the past but now she didn’t.
-> ___________________________________________________________
4. Jim asked me what I preferred to do as a child that I no longer did now.
-> ___________________________________________________________
5. Who took care of you when you were a toddler?
-> ___________________________________________________________
6. Jim wasn’t interested in reading books when he was small but now he’s really into it.
-> ___________________________________________________________
7. I got all the attention from my parents before my little brother was born.
-> ___________________________________________________________
8. Bungalows were very popular 6 years ago.
-> ___________________________________________________________

Bài 3: Hoàn thành các câu sau với cấu trúc “used to” và các động từ cho sẵn.
Look Eat Own Earn

Work Be Play Live

1. My whole family _________ on my father’s salary but now both of my parents work to support
our family.
2. My brother __________ after me when my parents were at work.
3. In the past, women ____________ expected to stay home, do household chores and farming
instead of getting higher education.
4. Those farmers _____________ hard but ___________ little money before they were
instructed to apply technologies in their farming.
5. We (not) _____________ out when but now we often do because we are sometime too busy
to prepare a meal.
6. Women (not) _________ an important role in the political field in the past 50 years.
7. My uncle ___________ a sheep farm before he sold it to move to the city.

II, CÂU ĐIỀU ƯỚC CHO HIỆN TẠI (WISHES FOR THE PRESENT)
Trường hợp 1 Trường hợp 2

Cách Dùng Diễn tả một sự không hài long, không thỏa mãn Diễn tả điều ước cho một sự việc ta
với một hoàn cảnh ở hiện tại, và ao ước hoàn mong muốn nó xảy ran gay tại thời
cảnh đó xảy ra theo chiều hướng khác đi ở hiện điểm nói.
tại và tương lai
Cấu trúc I wish + S + V-ed ( Qúa khứ đơn) I wish + S + was/were + V-ing ( quá
khứ tiếp diễn)
Hoặc I wish + could + V
 Ví dụ - I wish I knew more about European history. - My son wishes he were studying
(=but I don’t know much about European history.) Marketing instead of Hospitality.
- I wish I could drive really fast. (= but I can’t
drive fast.)
(Dùng “wish + could + V”để nói về việc người nói
ao ước có khả năng làm gì nhưng thực tế họ
không có khả năng thực hiện.

Chú ý Có thể sử dụng were đối với tất cả các ngôi

trong mệnh đề wish.

BÀI TẬP VẬN DỤNG CƠ BẢN

Bài 4: Chia động từ trong ngoặc sao cho thích hợp

1. Jane wish she (can/go) ___________ travelling at least once a year.
2. Jim wishes he (earn) ___________ more money so that he would live more comfortable.
3. My mother wishes she (not have) ___________ to work for extra hours.
4. The little boy wishes it (not rain) ___________ at the moment.
5. I wish I (be) ___________ healthier so that I could play some extreme sports.
6. Tim is sad because he has lost his bike. He wishes his mother (buy) ___________ him a new
one.
7. I wish someone (offer) ___________ me an opportunity to study abroad.
8. Jim is bored as he is doing his homework now. He wish he (do) ___________ his homework.
9. My father is an officer but he wishes he (be) ___________ a famous singer.
10. My mother never let me go to school on my own. I wish she (let) ___________ me go alone.

Bài 5: Dựa vào những từ cho sẵn, viết câu hoàn chỉnh.
1. Old/ man/ wish/ his/ grandchild/ visit/ him/ more/ often.
____________________________________________________________
2. I/ wish/ you/ can/ spend/ more/ time/ on/ study.
____________________________________________________________
3. They/ wish/ their/ team/ be/champion.
____________________________________________________________
4. I/ wish/ I/ have/ more/ friend/ and/ I/ not/ be/ lonely.
____________________________________________________________
5. Mary/ wish/ her/ parents/ not/ have/ go/ on/ business/ trips/ so/ often.
____________________________________________________________
6. Many/ people/ wish/ they/ be/ wealthy/ but/ I/ do/ not.
____________________________________________________________
7. I/ wish/ my/ mother/ be/ less/ busy/ so that/ she/ have/ more/ time/ for/ me.
____________________________________________________________
8. Jim/ wish/ his/ parents/ not/ expect/ too/ much/ from/ him.
____________________________________________________________
 Bài 6: Dựa vào câu cho trước, viết câu thể hiện điều ước với “wish”
0. I don’t have a computer now.
-> I wish I had a computer now.
1. Jim’s friend lives very far from him.
-> Jim wishes ____________________________________________________
2. My friend cannot afford her favorite camera.
-> My friend wishes _______________________________________________
3. The teacher make us do a lot of homework.
-> We __________________________________________________________
4. I can’t sing as beautifully as my sister.
-> I ___________________________________________________________
5. My father is depressed that his favorite football team loses the ticket to the final.
-> My father _____________________________________________________
6. I don’t have my own house at the present.
-> I ____________________________________________________________
7. Mr. Brown is sad that there is no way he can get promotion this year.
-> Mr. Brown ____________________________________________________
8. Peter is annoyed because there is too much noise from his neighnor.
-> Peter _________________________________________________________

Bài 7: Đánh dấu [ V] trước câu đúng, đánh dấu [ X] trước câu sai và sửa lại cho
đúng.
________ 1. Peter and Jane wishes they could see each other more often.

____________________________________________________________
________ 2. I wish Jim were able to deal with all the problems on his own.

____________________________________________________________

________ 3. Mrs. Brown wishes her husband were home more often and talks to her more.

__________________________________________________________________
________ 4. They wish their work was less stressful and they have more time to relax.

__________________________________________________________________
________ 5. James wishes he had more money so that he could buy what he wants.

__________________________________________________________________
________ 6. I wish I wasn’t having to travel a long distance to work every day.

__________________________________________________________________
________ 7. They wish they will able to visit her foreign friend.

__________________________________________________________________
________ 8. I only wish they provided a larger playground for the kids.
 __________________________________________________________________

BÀI TẬP TỔNG HỢP NÂNG CAO

Bài 8: Sắp xếp những từ đã cho thành câu hoàn chỉnh.
1. you/ make/ Did/ any/ mistake/ use/ terrible/ to?
__________________________________________________________________
2. she/ run/ Mary/ could/ a/ into/ figure/ wishes/ famous.
__________________________________________________________________
3. I/ that/ used/ she/ believe/ doesn’t/ to/ a/ be/ lawyer.
__________________________________________________________________
4. I/ would/ never/ wish/ wealthy/ a/ person/ I/ be.
__________________________________________________________________
5. wish/ a/ My/ list/ sister/ and/ it/ to/ send/ Santa Claus/ used/ make/ to.
__________________________________________________________________
6. you/ what/ Do/ Jim/ company/ to/ for/ used/ work/ know?
__________________________________________________________________
7. English/ my/ that/ teacher/ simple/ wish/ used/ language/ us/ understand/ to/ for/ I.
__________________________________________________________________
8. they/ They/ could/ wish/ their/ by/ speaking/ with/ talking/ foreigners/ improve/ skill.
__________________________________________________________________

Bài 9: Viết lại câu với những từ cho sẵn.

1. When I was a child, I liked watching cartoons but now I no longer like them.
-> When I was a child, I used
_______________________________________________________
2. My brother is very lazy. I can’t stand him anymore.
-> I wish my _________________________________________________________
3. I want to be a university students but I can’t.
-> I wish _______________________________________________________
4. When Jim was six, he dreamt of becoming a superhero but now he gives up on that dream.
-> When Jim was six, he used
_______________________________________________________
5. Mr. Brown never allows her daughter to go to the party although she always want to.
-> Mr. Brown’s daughter wishes
_______________________________________________________
6. My friend always regrets that he doesn’t live in the same neighborhood as me.
-> My friend wishes _______________________________________________________
7. “What did you use to do in your free time as a child?” Mary asked me.
-> Mary asked me what _______________________________________________________
8. I am frustrated because I am cleaning the mess Jim has made.
-> I wish I _______________________________________________________.

BÀI 10: Hoàn thành các câu sau với dạng đúng của động từ cho sẵn.
 Dye Be Be Given Ride

Have Purchase Play Become fly

1. We used to ________________ things from street vendors when we were small.

2. In the past, Vietnamese women used to ________________their teeth black.
3. I wish there ________________ so many natural disasters so that people would not suffer
from their consequences.
4. No one in my class used to ________________ a buffalo like I did.
5. They didn’t use to ________________ kites when they lived in the countryside.
6. Extended families used to ________________ very popular in Vietnam years ago.
7. Jane wishes someone ________________ her a chance to do it over again.
8. I wish I could ________________ a well - known artist.
9. Did your mother use to ________________ the role of both mother and father when your
father was away from home?
10. Tom wishes he (not) ________________ to learn at the moment.

Bài 11: Khoanh tròn đáp án đúng.

I have always wondered how life was twenty years ago. I (1) __________ that life in the past
was boring and inconvenient (2) ___________ the lack of modern facilities. However I changed
my opinion after I heard my grandfather talk about his childhood. In the past, although modern
and convenient gadgets were not available, everyone really enjoyed the simple and peaceful
life. In the family, the father used to be the (3) ___________ while the mother used to just stay
home and take care of the house. The saying” Men make house, women make home” used to
be very popular that day. The children (4) ___________ play video games or go on extra
classes after school as we (5) ___________ today. (6) ___________, they could enjoy a variety
of outdoor activities with other such as kite flying, rope skipping, so on. In the past, many unique
customs of Vietnamese people were seen more vividly than today. (7) ___________,
Vietnamese women used to (8) ___________ their teeth black and people used to chew betel
nut. It is such a pity that I rarely see those customs today.
1. A. consumed B. presumed C. resumed D. résumé
2. A. because B. despite C. due to D. as
3. A. breadwinner B. pillar C. strongest D. most important
4. A. didn’t used to B. didn’t use to C. used to D. use to
5. A. do B. did C. used to do D. didn’t used to do
6. A. Besides B. While C. However D. Instead
7. A. Likewise B. For example C. Therefore D. Although
8. A. color B. dye C. make D. paint

Bài 12: Đọc đoạn văn sau, điền T (True) trước câu có chứa thông tin đúng với nội
dung bài đọc. Điền F (False) trước câu có chứa thông tin không đúng với nội dung bài
đọc. Điền NG (Not Given) trước câu có nội dung không đúng với nội dung bài đọc.
Vietnam’s educational system in the past
Have you ever wondered how teachers, students and classrooms look like years ago? In the
past, Vietnam educational system was under the influence of by many foreign culture, of which
the Chinese had most significant effects.
The earliest students in Vietnam received most of their education from the Buddhist clergy.
Under the 1000-year invasion and domination of the Chinese, Vietnam’s education was greatly
affected by China’s educational system. This influence is depicted in the early examinations
held to recruit high mandarin officials. The first examination of this type was held in 1075. During
the latter part of the 11th century, a National College was established for the education of sons
or royalty and other high-ranking officials, which marked the beginning of Confucian education
in Vietnam. In 1252, the college was opened to students from various backgrounds besides
royal or official ones.
At the beginning of the 15th century, many Confucian-type schools were in operation in leading
centers. Those days, education became the most cherished ideals. Only those who passed the
qualification examination for Mandarins had any hope of achieving state-owned jobs or other
honors. The scholar was looked up to and highly revered.

________ 1. Vietnam’s educational system was only affected by Chinese.

________ 2. The earliest students in Vietnam received their education from the Chinese
Buddhist clergy.
________ 3. The early examinations were held to recruit high mandarin officials.
________ 4. During the latter part of the 11th century, the National College was opened to every
students.
________ 5. At the beginning of the 15th century, many Confucian-type schools were in
operation only in leading centers.
________ 6. Those days, education was highly appreciated.
________ 7. The scholar was highly respected to and idolized.

C.EXERCISES
TEST 1 (UNIT 4)
I. Find the word which has a different sound in the part underlined.
1.A. artic B. occasion C. face D. behave
2.A. event B. vendor C. collect D. gap
3.A. dogsled B. post C. preserve D. strict
II. Choose the word which has a different stress pattern from the others.
4. A. dogsled B. downtown C. igloo D. fatal
5. A. illiterate B. entertainment C. ability D. especially
III. Choose the best answer A, B, C or D to complete the sentences.
6.They like playing tug-of-war and cat and mouse game because playing these
games with the friends is .
A. almost - funny B. almost - fun C. most - fun D. most - funny
7.Traditional games an important role in children’s intellectual life.
A. play B. take C. bring D. make
8.Whenever Vietnamese village festivals, you will have a chance to watch a
traditional game - human chess - which is the favourite to a great deal of Vietnamese people.
A. participating B. taking place C. taking part D. taking part in
9.Traditional games as an effective but simple educational method for centuries.
A. were used B. used to used C. had used D. have been used
10.Raising roosters for cockfighting heavy investments in time and labour.
A. requests B. requires C. satisfies D. asks
11.The folk of top spinning still attracts city children despite the popularity of modern
games such as bowling, skateboarding, billiards and video games.
A. pastime B. ceremony C. activity D. enjoyment
12.Although spinning tops are among the simplest of toys, children it one of the
most vivid and exciting games.
A.allow B.let C.make D.keep
13.Women have walked dozens of kilometres to market twenty- or thirty-kilogram
loads in shoulder poles for generations.
A.carry B.to carry C.to be carried D.carrying
14.Cyclo, a sort of tricycle rickshaw, the most popular means of transport in Viet Nam
in the past.
A.was B.used to C.used to be D.would be
15.We wish LCD projectors still expensive.
A.haven’t been B.are not C.were not D.hadn’t been
IV. Fill in each blank in the sentences with the correct verb from the box.
make sell last carry get up
take move read quit put
1. He used to under the oil lamp because there was no electricity.
2.I used to at 3 a.m. and go with my parents to get fresh water.
3.My grandparents’ family used to to a limestone cave in the
mountainous area to escape American bombers.
4.Primary children used to small porcelain inkpots in the corners of their
wooden tables.
5.Mrs. Binh used to teaching materials in the evening.
6.Many students in Binh Phuoc province used to school because
theirfamilies were so poor.
7.High school students used to the high school graduation examinations.
8.The former university entrance exams with two sessions used to one week.
9.City dwellers used to rice with shoulder poles in support of the
nationalfight against French colonialism.
10.Residents on Hang Bo street used to bamboo baskets.
V.Fill in each blank in the passage with the correct word from the box. There are some
extra words.
 unique history characteristics historical
home houses variety popular
Ha Noi’s Old Quarter was established hundreds of years ago on the east side of the
ancient Thang Long citadel. In the old days, the Old Quarter, a system of narrow streets,alleys
and houses, was (1) to several guilds such as bronze casting,forging, jewelry
making, wood carving, silk and clothes trading. Small, beautifully styledhouses built along with
a (2) local culture. Streets in the Old Quarterstill have names describing their
original goods or craft, for example, Hang Bac or “SilverStreet”. The ground-floor shops of the
(3) here now sell handicrafts,fine arts, and food. But the quarter also has a number
of pagodas, temples, (4) relics, and festivals dedicated to the founders of some of
the local crafts. Now, many guild streets, like Hang Quat street, don’t make fans anymore, but
they are remembered as craft streets. The architecture and lifestyle of the local people reflect
typical (5) of traditional guild sreets in Ha Noi.
VI. Read the passage, and choose the correct answer A, B, C or D for each question.
Viet Nam's Past Education System
In comparison with other developing countries, Viet Nam’s population enjoys a
relatively high standard of education. In the past, Viet Nam’s educational system was affected
by many cultures, of which the Chinese and French had most significant influence.
The Imperial Academy - the first university in Viet Nam - was built in 1076 under
Emperor Ly Nhan Tong for the education of sons of royalty and other high-ranking officials. In
1252, the college was opened to students from various backgrounds besides royal or official
ones.
Before the French came, the old-type Mandarin system administered Viet Nam for
approximately 2,000 years. As the French took over the government’s administration, it was
converted from a Confucian system into a Western-oriented one.
In order to participate in the civil service under the French rule, the Vietnamese had to
convert to the French system and were required to know the French language. In addition,
they had to have a good facility with the new version of their language instead of the traditional
Chinese characters which had been in use for hundreds of years.
At the beginning of 1900, the whole system was revised. An educational system of
three levels was established: elementary, primary, and secondary education. In addition, the
use of the national language (Quoc Ngu) was added to the curriculum. Emphasis was placed
on rote learning, class discipline and other French educational methods. Several new schools
and colleges were established. Accordingly, French became the second language of much
importance to the students.
1.In the past, Viet Nam enjoyed a relatively high standard of education with .
A. the effects of the Chinese culture
B. the reign of Emperor Ly Nhan Tong
C.the education of sons of royalty
D. the establishment of the Imperial Academy
2.When the French took control of Vietnamese education, they .
A. made Vietnamese people follow a Western-oriented education
B. kept the old-type Mandarin system and the French education
C.converted the French system into the Confucian one
D. took over the government’s administration
3.We can infer from the passage that in the French education system in Viet Nam,
.
A.the traditional Chinese characters have been widely used
B. the Confucian system was banned in the beginning
C.the national language is the first language and French is the second one
D. students with different academic levels could attend the Imperial Academy since 1252
4.All of the following are true about the education in Viet Nam under the French rule EXCEPT
that
A. the system had three levels
B. students only used the national language at home
C. most students paid much attention to French
D. several new schools and colleges were established
5.The phrase “rote learning” in paragraph 5 is closest in meaning to .
A. learning class discipline
B. learning the Mandarin Chinese for a while
C.learning something to repeat it from memory
D. learning the national language in three education levels
VII. Read the situations and write wishes you want to make for them.
1.Many schools are overcrowded because there are so many children in Viet Nam.
I wish
____________________________________________________________________________
2.My school has no playground equipment or extra activities.
I wish
____________________________________________________________________________
3.In the Mekong Delta, small children go through some foot bridges in order to get to school.
I wish
4.Kindergarten teachers don’t have training courses in making handmade teaching materials.
I wish
____________________________________________________________________________
5.Children from poor families can’t go to school because they have to earn money to support
their families.
I wish
____________________________________________________________________________
VIII. Write complete sentences, using the words/ phrases given in their correct forms.
You can add some more necessary words, but you have to use all the words given.
1.With/ whiteboard/ classroom/ every student/ take part/ lessons.
____________________________________________________________________________

2.Mistakes/ which/ made/ during guided practice/ easily erased.

____________________________________________________________________________
3.Nowadays/ smart boards/ provide/ students/ interactive learning environment.
____________________________________________________________________________

4.Students/ see more diagrams/ charts/ videos/ Internet.

____________________________________________________________________________
5.Smart boards/ also/ help/ students/ use/ fingers/ write directly/ them.
____________________________________________________________________________
TEST 2 (UNIT 4)
I. Find the word which has a different sound in the part underlined.
1. A.snack B.illiterate C.activity D.habit
2. A.fresh B.specific C.entertain D.preservation
3. A.seniority B.seek C.west D.physical
II. Choose the word which has a different stress pattern from the others.
4. A.facility B.traditional C.historical D.television
5. A.tuberculosis B.seniority C.possibility D.technologica
III. Choose the best answer A, B, C or D to complete the sentences.
6. Despite changes brought on by industrialisation and modernisation, shoulder poles
the main carriers of 80 percent of the rural population.
A.continue B.exist C.stay D.remain
7. The image of an old lady with the traditional ao dai on a rickshaw on her way back from
market is still so for Vietnamese people.
A.meaning B.meaningful C.meaningless D.meaningfulness
8. Furthermore, traditional help to develop their senses, memory, thoughts,
imagination, linguistic capacity and basic concepts about the national culture.
A.habits B.games C.customs D.practices
9. Working as street vendors has created countless jobs, and it has become in Ha
Noi.
A.part of life B.parts of life C.part of lives D.life parts
10. “Quang ganh” is two baskets hung from either end of a bamboo pole the
shoulders.
A.across B.at C.on D.above
11. Viet Nam’s tug-of-war game was also as a UNESCO cultural intangible heritage
of humanity in December 2015.
A.realised B.recognised C.allowed D.seen
12. People in Bac Ninh province believe that if the tug-of-war team facing the east wins, itwill
bring bumper crops and good luck, and that the situation will be just the if the team
facing the west wins.
A.different B.same C.other D.opposite
13. The first university that the western educational system was built in Ha Noi, in
1919 with the medicine school and 1933 with the law school.
A.requested B.applied C.applied to D.related
14. In the past, white, or violet ao dai by Vietnamese female students as their
uniforms.
 A.wore B.used to wear C.was worn D.would be wear
15. We all wish there a smart board in our classroom.
A.is B.was C.has been D.had been
IV.Fill in each blank in the passage with the correct word from the box. There are some
extra words.
academically scholarly exhibition tradition
symbolic features show occasion
Through centuries, one of the most (16) elements of a
Vietnamesevillage has been its gate. However, the image is fast disappearing due to rapid
urbanisation. One way of keeping the (17) image alive is via
photography.A(n) (17) entitled “Old Gates” consisted ofnearly 700 photos taken
of typical village gates in northern Viet Nam, which opened in Ha Noi on the (18)
of the National Cultural Heritage Day. Villages in the northusually have a main gate and
one leading to the rice fields alongside minor gates. Many havedisappeared forever. Gates
differ depending on typical village (19) Amajor trading village such as Cu Da in
Ha Noi would have a sizeable gate while more (20) villages would have their
gates engraved and decorated.
V.Read the situations and write wishes you want to make for them.
21.The school authorities can’t set holidays based on local weather conditions.
I wish
____________________________________________________________________________
22.That university often doesn’t attract enough enrolments for the new school year.
I wish
____________________________________________________________________________
23.We can’t study the books written by famous scholars in the Ly and Tran dynasties because
Chinese Ming aggressors took them to China.
I wish
____________________________________________________________________________
24.Many small children don’t learn how to swim so they often suffer from drowning.
I wish
____________________________________________________________________________
25.Many graduates from college don’t have enough skills to meet the requirements of their
jobs.
I wish
____________________________________________________________________________
VI. Choose the word or phrase among A, B, C or D that best fits the blank space in
the following passage.
Rickshaw in Vietnamese Life
It is just simple and ordinary as its (26) . No noisy sound from engines, no
obscuresmoke and no spending too much for commuting. From a long time ago, Vietnamese
peoplehave thought of the rickshaw as a (27) means of transportation when going out. It
isnot only close-knit to Vietnamese but also connected strongly with the foreigners (28)
all of them were attracted by this unique means at the first time visiting Viet Nam.
The rickshaw has existed for a long time in Vietnamese life,and become quite
necessary as the (29) in a body. Notonly the Vietnamese feel (30) to rickshaw,
foreigners arealso impressed by this unique vehicle. They will be fond ofsitting on the rickshaw
for a (31) tour around SwordLake or a round on the streets to (32)
dreamy andpeaceful photos in the ancient citadel.
Traveling in a rickshaw is the time for peacefully(33) windy sunset and
bright sunrises on the beach ofNha Trang or Da Nang or elsewhere. How pleasant it is for
youto enjoy a relaxing feeling on the short (34) trip.
Viet Nam is becoming more and more modern; however, rickshaw still (35)
through the time and has a stand in theminds of the residents.
26. A.presence B.appearance C.judgment D.performance
27. A.shared B.recognized C.friendly D.familiar
28. A.although B.as C. but D.while
29. A.breath B.air C.rest D.recovery
30. A.close B.closed C.closest D.closing
31. A.sight B.sighting C.sightseeing D.sightseer
32. A.catch B.take C.bring D.keep
33. A.welcome B.welcoming C.welcomed D.being
welcomed
34. A.city B.town C.urban D.field
35. A.keeps B.continues C.lives D.survives
VII. Read the passage, and choose the correct answer A, B, C or D for each question.
For formal ceremonies, men would have two additional items, a long gown with slits on
either side, and a turban, usually in black or brown made of cotton or silk. In feudal times,
there were strict dress codes. Ordinary people were not allowed to wear clothes with dyes
rather than black, brown or white. Costumes in yellow were reserved for the King. Those in
purple and red were reserved for high ranking court officials, while dresses in blue were
exclusively worn by petty court officials. Men's dress has gradually changed along with social
development.
The traditional set of a long gown and turban gave way to more modern-looking suits,
while business shirts and trousers have replaced traditional long sleeved shirts and wide
trousers. Traditional costumes still exist and efforts are increasingly being made to restore
traditional festivals and entertainment which incorporate traditional costumes.
For women, the outer garment is a special silk gown called an “ao tu than” which is
brown or light brown in colour with four slits divided equally on its lower section.The second
layer is a gown in a light yellow colour and the third layer is a pink gown. When a woman
wears her three gowns, she fastens the buttons on the side, and leave those on the chest
unfastened so that it forms a shaped collar. This allows her to show the different colors on the
upper part of the three gowns. Today, on formal occasions women wear “ao dai”.
36.In the past, the colour was used to represent .
A. the difference between men and women B. formal ceremonies
C. the social development D. the rank in the society
37. In the past, for formal ceremonies men wore .
A. costumes in purple or yellow not like the King
B. a long gown and a turban in black or brown
C. costumes made of red cotton or silk
D. dresses in blue as petty court officials
38. Traditional festivals .
A. promote traditional costumes B. encourage modern-looking suits
C. replace traditional suits by business ones D. make men’s dresses change
39. All of the following are true about women’s traditional costumes EXCEPT that
.
A.the gowns have different colours on the upper part
B.we can see a shaped collar in the front
C.the two inner gowns cannot be seen
D.the outer gown has four equal parts on its lower section
40. The word “gown” in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to .
A.a long dress worn on formal occasions
B.a woman’s dress, especially a long one
C.a long piece of clothing worn by judges
D. piece of clothing that is worn over other clothes to protect them

TEST 3 (UNIT 4)

I. Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the others.
1. a. emotion b. indecisive c. obesity d. believable
2. a. hanging b. belong c. singer d. anger
3. a. behaved b. passed c. entertained d. changed
4. a. imagination b. average c. language d. appearance
5. a. increase b. surprise c. release d. promise
II.Choose the word that has the main stress placed differently from the others.
1. a. worthwhile b. igloo c. habit d. practice
2. a. obese b. dogsled c. extend d. remote
3. a. household b. suppose c. Arctic d. diet
4. a. transformation b. independence c. understanding d. illiterate
5. a. uncontrollable b. biological c. particularly d. seniority
III. Choose the best answer a, b, c or d to complete the sentence.
1. The children were acting the story of the birth of Jesus.
a. out b. on c. down d. at
2. The manager told me to pass the message I had just read.
a. in b. to c. on d. for
3. Stern insisted that she come downtown so that he could explain this to her .
a. face b. direct c. indirect d. face to face
4. Youngsters love to eat from street for the cheap price.
 a. vans b. vendors c. trucks d. business
5. Ben a lot in his job but now, since his promotion, he doesn’t.
a. used travel b. used to travel c. used to traveling d. is used to traveling
6. I wish I find the time to do more reading.
a. may b. will c. could d. can
7. When I see the kids playing football, I almost wish I their age again.
a. was b. am c. would be d. could be
8. Where before you moved here?
a. did you use to live b. did you used to live
c. used you to live d. do you use to live
9. I’ve just found 20 dollars in my pocket! !
a. How crazy b. That’s right c. Thanks a lot d. How cool
10. “In the past, marriages used to be arranged by parents.”
“ ”
a. Sure. That’s right. b. I suppose it was.
c. Really? I can’t imagine that d. That’s cool!
IV. Write the correct form or tense of the verbs in brackets.
1. What should (do) to preserve the local tradition?
2. This used (be) the best restaurant in town.
3. When her train got to the station, we (wait) on the platform.
4. If you (go) to bed earlier, you (not be) so tired.
5. I only wish you (be) all as happy as I am.
6. The doctor told him to stop (smoke) and take a trip.
7. He is so annoying! He (always/ leave) his things everywhere.
8. I have decided (study) more and improve my overall average.
9. As far as I know, he’s coining. But I (not speak) to him for weeks.
10. I will call you when the guests (arrive).
V. Put the verb info the correct form.
1. Andy wished that he (can) think of a way of helping.
2. The teacher wish that her students (pay) more attention to the lessons.
3. I wish you (not live) so far away.
4. I wish Dam Sen Water Park (be) near my house.
5. He wishes he (drive) a Lamborghini in Paris.
6. I just wish that everything (can) be as it used to be.
7. Don’t you ever wish you (have) someone to share your troubles
with?
8. I wish I (eat) Spanish food in Barcelona.
9. I wish I (know) how to use a computer.
10. These seats are very uncomfortable. I wish we (travel) first class.
VI. Write the correct form of the words in brackets.
1. As a businessman, he couldn’t imagine real poverty. (wealth)
2. I can never make up stories – I have absolutely no . (imagine)
3. People who are lack the basic reading and writing skills. (literate)
4. People didn’t pay much attention to appearance a decade ago. (physic)
5. Overeating is surely the main cause of . (obese)
6. __________ couples do not have the same rights as married couples. (marry)
7. This approach can help identify common and their causes. (behave)
8. She appears to actually like the man, which I find . (credible)
9. Today, and loyalty mean nothing in the workplace. (senior)
10. I found the ending of the novel a bit . (believe)
VII. Read the text then do the tasks.
LIFE IN THE PAST VS LIFE IN THE PRESENT
Over the last century, there have been many significant changes in the way we live.
Obviously, it is difficult to compare the life of ancient people and the life of the people living in
the twenty-first century because so many changes have occurred. Even the changes that have
occurred over the last ten years are amazing.
To start with, in the past people had to work harder as they did not have tools and machines
to make their work easier. Today, most of the difficult and dangerous work is done by computers
and other powerful machines. In the past living conditions were not as comfortable as they are
now. Besides, many people could not afford household appliances like a fridge or a vacuum
cleaner because those used to be luxurious goods. Another difference between living now and
in the past is the fact that nowadays education is accessible to everyone. In the past men were
mainly the only ones educated and women were not allowed into public or private schools.
Besides, nowadays it is much easier to find the educational materials and the information you
need – thanks to the Internet. We are able to speak to a friend who is on the other corner of the
world because we are connected 24/7. Nevertheless, people had better relationships with the
neighbors in years gone by.
All things considered, it is an obvious conclusion that life has changed significantly during
the course of history. In some ways, it is definitely easier to live in the present. On the other
hand, however, life now is much faster and stressful than it used to be in the past. The standard
of living has definitely improved but it can be discussed whether the quality of our lives is also
better.
A. Decide whether the following sentences are true (T) or false (F).
1. Life nowadays is the same as life of our ancestors.
2. Technology has made our lives easier.
3. In the past, household appliances were very expensive.
4. Public schools allowed females and males to be educated in the same schools.
5. We can use the internet to communicate with people around the world.
B. Answer the questions.
6. Is life today faster or slower than life in the past?
__________________________________________________________________________
7. What has happened to the standard of living?
__________________________________________________________________________
8. What makes it easy to access information?
__________________________________________________________________________
9. Who or what does some difficult jobs for us?
 __________________________________________________________________________
10. What makes our lives easier at home?
__________________________________________________________________________
VIII. Read the text carefully, then do the tasks.
Changes in Food Habits
Before Stone Age, people used to eat fruits, leaves and anything they found from the forest.
However, this habit changed into hunting animals, preserving food items and planting and
growing vegetables, which eventually led into farming different crops like maize, corn, and rice.
People were healthy, they rarely had diseases and never needed extra exercise because their
daily work kept their bodies running.

At present, we have turned the agriculture into a mass scale production, including
machinery, technology and pesticides, all of which came in with the green revolution. With green
revolution agriculture and the traditional farming culture turned upside down. As far nor now,
farmers who are able to cope up with the multinational cooperation’s and their large-scale,
expensive products, pesticides and high-yielding varieties of seeds, keep producing crops for
the market. Yet the traditional, low-income farmers even today, especially in Asian countries,
are in a dire state.
Fast food is another major factor in modern food habits. Although many people find it
convenient, it leads to many health conditions. Today people are unhealthy, needs medicine
and functions on diets and exercise machines.
A. Decide whether the following sentences are true (T) or false (F).
1. People in the past ate healthy food so they rarely had diseases.
2. The green revolution is the decrease in agriculture production.
3. The green revolution caused agriculture to change completely.
4. Farmers nowadays can’t meet the great demand of the food market.
5. Fast food is convenient but it’s not good for health.
B. Answer the following questions.
6. In the past, why didn’t people need extra exercise?
__________________________________________________________________________
7. Who is still in the serious situation despite the development in agriculture?
__________________________________________________________________________
8. How are people nowadays compared to those in the past?
__________________________________________________________________________
IX. Rewrite the following sentences using a wish construction.
1. It’s a pity my computer is out of order.
__________________________________________________________________________
2. I’d like my younger brother to concentrate more on his studies.
__________________________________________________________________________
3. I’m sorry I don’t have time to go to the cinema with you.
__________________________________________________________________________
4. It’s a pity John can’t come to my birthday party this weekend.
__________________________________________________________________________
5. I d like you to take me to the zoo after school.
 __________________________________________________________________________
6. It’s a pity it is raining heavily outside.
__________________________________________________________________________
7. It’s a pity my favorite book is out of stock.
__________________________________________________________________________
8. I’m sorry I’m not old enough to drive a car.
__________________________________________________________________________
9. It’s a pity they are having a class at the moment.
__________________________________________________________________________
10. It’s a pity my school doesn’t organize outdoor activities.
__________________________________________________________________________
X. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence,
using the word in capital.
1. That house is part of the town’s heritage, but the council is demolishing it. (WISH)
__________________________________________________________________________
2. I’m not good at English, so I can’t become a tour guide. (IF)
__________________________________________________________________________
3. Mary said she would hold an event about skin care the following month. (WILL)
__________________________________________________________________________
4. He gave her the book “The fault in our stars” as a birthday gift. (SHE)
__________________________________________________________________________
5. He feels sorry that he can’t come to his brother’s wedding. (WISHES)
__________________________________________________________________________
6. “If I were you, I would no longer spend most of my time chatting on Facebook”, he said.
(ADVISED)
__________________________________________________________________________
7. When did you start searching for some facts in the past? (HOW)
__________________________________________________________________________
8. My mother no longer cooked for me since I married my wife. (USED)
__________________________________________________________________________

XI. Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning as the first sentence.
1. They often went to school by bike when they were young.
→ They used _________________________________________________________________
2. She has taught her children to play piano for 4 years.
→ She started _________________________________________________________________
3. It’s a pity I can’t cook as well as my mom.
→ I wish _____________________________________________________________________
4. He doesn’t have meals with his family any more.
→ He used ___________________________________________________________________
5. It took me a long time to be accustomed to living in the country.
→ It took me a long time to get ____________________________________________________
6. My school is near my home, so I go to school on foot every day.
→ My school isn’t ______________________________________________________________
7. I would like my sister to improve her English speaking.
→ I wish _____________________________________________________________________
8. Vietnamese people only eat dried candied fruit at Tet.
→ Dried candied fruit ___________________________________________________________
UNIT 5:WONDERS OF VIET NAM
A. VOCABULARY

1. administrative (adj) /ədˈmɪnɪstrətɪv/: thuộc về hoặc liên quan đến việc quản lý;
hành chính
2. astounding (adj) /əˈstaʊndɪŋ/: làm sững sờ, làm sửng sốt
3. cavern (n) /ˈkævən/: hang lớn, động
4. citadel (n) /ˈsɪtədəl/: thành lũy, thành trì
5. complex (n) /ˈkɒmpleks/: khu liên hơp, quần thể
6. contestant (n) /kənˈtestənt/: thí sinh
7. fortress (n) /ˈfɔːtrəs/: pháo đài
8. geological (adj) /ˌdʒiːəˈlɒdʒɪkl/: (thuộc) địa chất
9. limestone (n) /ˈlaɪmstəʊn/: đá vôi
10. measure (n) /ˈmeʒə(r)/: biện pháp, phương sách
11. paradise (n) /ˈpærədaɪs/: thiên đường
12. picturesque (adj) /ˌpɪktʃəˈresk/: đẹp, gây ấn tượng mạnh (phong cảnh)
13. recognition (n) /ˌrekəɡˈnɪʃn/: sự công nhận, sự thưa nhận
14. rickshaw (n) /ˈrɪkʃɔː/: xe xích lô, xe kéo
15. round (in a game) (n) /raʊnd/: hiệp, vòng (trong trò chơi)
16. sculpture (n) /ˈskʌlptʃə(r)/: bức tượng (điêu khắc)
17. setting (n) /ˈsetɪŋ/: khung cảnh, môi trường
18. spectacular (adj) /spekˈtækjələ(r)/: đẹp mắt, ngoạn mục, hùng vĩ
19. structure (n) /ˈstrʌktʃə(r)/: công trình kiến trúc, công trình xây dựng
20. tomb (n) /tuːm/: ngôi mộ
B. GRAMMAR
1. CÂU BỊ ĐỘNG KHÔNG NGÔI (The impersonal passive)
- Câu bị động không ngôi được dùng để diễn dạt ý kiến của người khác.
Cách dùng - Câu bị động không ngôi thường chứa những động từ tường thuật như say, think,
believe, know, hope, expect, report, understand, claim…ở dạng quá khứ phân từ (VpII)
Cấu trúc It + is / was + VpII + that + S + V
(Người ta nói / nghĩ / tin….rằng)
Active (chủ động) Passive (bị động)
People say that he lives abroad. It is said that he lives abroad.
(Người ta nói rằng anh ấy sống ở nước ngoài)
Ví dụ People said that this man stole the It was said that this man stole the car.
car. (Người ta nói rằng anh ấy đã lấy cắp chiếc xe ô tô.)
People think she is a great It is thought that she is a great actress.
actress. (Người ta nghĩ rằng cô ấy à một diễn viên giỏi)
BÀI TẬP VẬN DỤNG CƠ BẢN
Bài 1: Gạch chân những lỗi sai trong câu và sửa lại cho đúng.
1. It reported that the storm had destroyed more than 100 houses in that area.
_____________
2. People are thought that travelling is very costly.
_____________
3. It was claimed that there will be financial support for the homeless.
_____________
4. Did it said that the building was reconstructed in 1967?
_____________
5. Do people believed that learning is a lifetime journey?
_____________
6. They aren’t believe that they will lose the competition.
_____________
7. Was it rumor last year that Jane set off for Paris and never returned?
_____________
8. It is claimed by the authorities last year that they would help the poor.
_____________
Bài 2: Sắp xếp các từ đã cho thành câu hoàn chỉnh.
1. believed / people / will / is / on / Mars / future / the / widely / It / that / live / in.
_____________________________________________________________________________
2. that / £200 / was / was/ it / reported / donated / build / to / park / local / the.
_____________________________________________________________________________
3. it / yesterday / that / Jim / would / meeting / to / come / the / Was / expected?
_____________________________________________________________________________
4. is / that / is / a / view / hotel / from / of / spectacular / the / It / claimed / there / mountain / that.
_____________________________________________________________________________
5. in / It / Vietnam / is / that / should / believed / rickshaw / by / travelling / try / tourists.
_____________________________________________________________________________
6. that / that / there / many / cottages / It / many / was / rumored / picturesque / village / in.
_____________________________________________________________________________
7. breathtaking / of / claimed / was / lake / that / could / be / scene / here / It / a / the / seen /
from.
_____________________________________________________________________________
8. these / for / road / rumored / that / Is / trees / it / be / cut / down / construction / will.
_____________________________________________________________________________
Bài 3: Chuyển những câu chủ động sang thành câu bị động.
1. They believe that Jim is going to study abroad.
_____________________________________________________________________________
2. People rumored that there was a ghost in that house.
_____________________________________________________________________________
3. Someone said that Jane would be able to win the contest.
_____________________________________________________________________________
4. They claimed that everything they said was true.
_____________________________________________________________________________
5. They reported that there was a serious accident on the main road.
_____________________________________________________________________________
6. They don’t think that this camera costs that much.
_____________________________________________________________________________
7. Did they claim that they had managed to solve the problem?
_____________________________________________________________________________
8. People didn’t expect that the building collapsed after the storm
_____________________________________________________________________________
Bài 4: Dựa vào những từ cho trước, viết câu hoàn chỉnh.
1. It / widely / believe / that / ghosts / really / exist.
_____________________________________________________________________________
2. It / rumor / last / year / that / group / of / gangster / destroy / part / of / the / building.
_____________________________________________________________________________
3. It / report / that / there / be / increase / in / number / of / tourists / last / year.
_____________________________________________________________________________
4. It / think / the winner / be / team / A/ but / it / turn / out / to be / team B.
_____________________________________________________________________________
5. It / claim / by / local / authorities / that / community house / build / next / year.
_____________________________________________________________________________
6. It / forecast / that / terrible / storm / come.
_____________________________________________________________________________
7. It / tell / Jim / take / gap / year / after / he / finish / high / school.
_____________________________________________________________________________
8. It / believe / national / heritages / need / preserve.
_____________________________________________________________________________

B. CÁCH DÙNG ĐỘNG TỪ SUGGEST (SUGGEST + V-ING / CLAUSE WITH SHOULD)

Cấu trúc 1. S + suggest + V-ing
2. S + suggest + (that) + S + (should) + V nguyên mẫu
- Ta sử dụng cấu trúc với suggest khi đưa ra một đề xuất ý kiến.
Cách dùng - Cấu trúc suggest + V-ing được dùng để nói chung chung, không ám chỉ một người cụ
thể.
- Cấu trúc suggest that + S + V khi muốn khuyên một người hoặc một nhóm người cụ thể.
I suggest (that) we go out to have dinner. I know a very good restaurant.
(Tôi đề nghị chúng ta ra ngoài ăn tối. Tôi biết một nhà hàng rất ngon.)
Her doctor suggested that she should reduce her working hours and take more exercise.
Ví dụ (Bác sĩ của cô ây đề nghị rằng cô ấy nên giảm thời gian làm việc và tập thể dục nhiều
hơn)
He suggested travelling together for safety, since the area was so dangerous.
(Anh ấy đề xuất nên đi du lịch cùng nhau cho an toàn vì khu vực đó rất nguy hiểm)``
Chú ý Trong trường hợp dùng mệnh đề ‘that’ thì động từ theo sau luôn ở dạng nguyên mẫu
không ‘to’.
Ví dụ:
The doctor suggest that he lose some weight. (Chủ ngữ là he nhưngđộng từ lose không
 chia.

Bài 5: Khoanh tròn đáp án đúng.

1. My father suggested that I (took / take) an English course this year.
2. My brother suggested (playing / to play) cards while waiting for our mother.
3. The doctor suggests that Jim (do / does) more exercises to keep fit.
4. Mr. Brown suggests that his son (doing / do) his homework before hanging out with friends.
5. Jane suggested (should hold / holding) a party next week.
6. Peter suggested that I (changed / change) my sandals into rain boots because it was raining
outside.
7. The mayor suggests that there (should be / was) more trees along the main road.
8. I suggested (we took / taking) part in the competition because of the huge prize.
9. Does Mr. Brown suggest that Peter (goes / go) to school on his own.
10. My professor suggested that I (should not choose / not choose) that course for the next
semester.
Bài 6: Cho dạng đúng của động từ trong ngoặc.
1. They suggest that you (keep)________________ working hard to achieve your goal.
2. Peter suggested that Jane (not spend) ________________too much time on computer.
3. My friend suggested (not take) ________________ the dog for a walk as it was snowing
outside.
4. The bookseller suggested his customer (buy) ________________ the newly released book a
famous author.
5. My teacher suggests that we (use) ________________ paperback dictionary to look up new
words instead of using online dictionary.
6. It is suggested that children (learn) ________________ a foreign language at an early age.
7. The tour guide suggested that we (try) ________________ the local specialties.
8. My classmates suggest (throw) ________________ a party to celebrate the Teacher’s Day.
Bài 7: Dựa vào những từ cho sẵn, viết câu hoàn chỉnh.
1. My neighbor / suggest / have / dinner / together.
_____________________________________________________________________________
2. My father / suggest / my sister / visit / my grandparent / more / often.
_____________________________________________________________________________
3. They / suggest / there / be / more / streetlight / in / this / neighborhood.
_____________________________________________________________________________
4. Mary / suggest / go / out / for / picnic / tomorrow.
_____________________________________________________________________________
5. Salesman / suggest / Jim / choose / black / trousers.
_____________________________________________________________________________
6. Peter / suggest / listen / to / radio / instead of / watch / TV.
_____________________________________________________________________________
7. I / suggest / you / not / be / lazy / anymore.
_____________________________________________________________________________
8. They / suggest / sit / in / circle / and / share / stories / with / others.
_____________________________________________________________________________

Bài 8: Gạch chân lỗi sai trong các câu sau và sửa lại cho đúng.
1. Jim suggested playing the piano and sang along.
_______________
2. The teacher suggested that I should rewrite my essay and submitted it later.
_______________
3. The instructor suggested that Jane paid more attention to his instructions.
_______________
4. Peter suggest playing badminton every day after school.
_______________
5. My team suggested to work together and come up with the solution.
_______________
6. Mr. Johnson suggested that there was an air-conditioner in this room.
_______________
7. I suggest the room is cleaned before I come back.
_______________
8. My parents suggested me go out and make some friends.
_______________
BÀI TẬP TỔNG HỢP NÂNG CAO
Bài 9: Chuyển những câu chủ động sau thành câu bị động.
1. No one expected that I would fail the final exam.
_____________________________________________________________________________
2. Do you think that they will have the chance to visit that place?
_____________________________________________________________________________
3. They expected that this summer holiday would be swelteringly hot.
_____________________________________________________________________________
4. They reported that a vast area of forest in my hometown was destroyed.
_____________________________________________________________________________
5. Did they believe that the information was true?
_____________________________________________________________________________
6. Did anyone hope that there would be a significant change in the standards of living?
_____________________________________________________________________________
7. They never believe that Peter and Jane will get married.
_____________________________________________________________________________
8. People know that there is no life on Mars.
_____________________________________________________________________________
Bài 10: Hoàn thành những câu sau với dạng đúng của những động từ cho sẵn.
Get Hold Visit Buy
Go Travel Pay Carry

1. My foreign friend suggested ________________ sightseeing in the suburbs this weekend.

2. Mr. Brown suggested ________________ the most famous tourist attractions in Vietnam this
summer holiday.
3. My mother suggested that I ________________ back my energy after studying hard by going
on a picnic.
4. Peter suggested that I ________________ my children some bracelets as souvenir after my
business trip to Chinese.
5. Mary suggested that we ________________ to the South of Vietnam this summer.
6. Did the teacher suggest that we ________________ a project on preserving wonders of
Vietnam?
7. Peter suggests ________________ a small party to celebrate his friend’s birthday tomorrow.
8. My uncle suggested that our family ________________ a visit to Huong Pagoda.
Bài 11: Dựa vào những thông tin cho sẵn, hãy viết câu gợi ý với ‘suggest’
0. ‘Peter should learn English.’ The teacher said.
The teacher suggested that Peter (should) learn English.
1. ‘It’s a good idea that you take a rest from work.’ My sister said to me.
_____________________________________________________________________________
2. ‘How about going to the sea this weekend?’ Tom asked.
_____________________________________________________________________________
3. ‘Jim, you should never play truant again.’ Jane said.
_____________________________________________________________________________
4. ‘Why don’t we go out and enjoy the weather?’ My mom said.
_____________________________________________________________________________
5. ‘If you visit Hanoi, you should go to Hoan Kiem Lake.’ My friend told me.
_____________________________________________________________________________
6. ‘Jane, why don’t you finish your homework before going out?’ James’s mother said.
_____________________________________________________________________________
7. ‘Let’s work out the solution together!’ Peter says.
_____________________________________________________________________________
8. My father advised me to take any opportunities that I had.
_____________________________________________________________________________
Bài 12: Khoanh tròn vào đáp án đúng
Ha Long Bay
Ha Long Bay is one of the most famous tourist (1)_________ in Viet Nam. It (2)_________
among the Seven Wonders of the World. In the old Vietnamese, ‘Ha Long’ literally means
‘descending dragons.’ (3)_________ its popularity, not many people know about the legend
behind its name. (4)_________ has it that at the early time of the country, Vietnamese people
had to fight against aggressive invaders from the North through the sea. The Jade Emperor
then sent the Mother Dragon and her children to help Vietnamese (5)_________ the enemy and
protect their homeland. The dragons destroyed the enemy’s army by fire and giant emeralds
from their mouths. These emeralds then (6)_________ around the battlefield on the sea and
created a defensive wall, which made the enemy’s ships all sink. It (7)_________ that the wall
of emerald turned (8)_________ island and islets that we can see today. After the battle, The
Mother Dragon and her children didn’t come back to the heaven, but stayed with the ancient
Vietnamese and help people build their country.
1. A. appeals B. attentions C. attractions D.
attachments
2. A. is listed B. is listing C. lists D. listed
3. A. But B. Yet C. Despite D. In spite
4. A. Story B. Tale C. Fable D.
Legend
5. A. defeat B. defeated C. defeating D. are
defeated
6. A. went B. scattered C. turned D.
mattered
7. A. is believed B. believes C. was believed D.
believed
8. A. into B. out C. off D. on
Bài 13: Đọc đoạn văn sau và trả lời câu hỏi.
Weather forecast from dawn to dusk on 10 March.
General:
Cloudy, some rain
Areas of flow pressure will move east across the British Isles
South East and Eastern England:
Cloudy, a little rain or mist in places at first. Some sunny intervals developing. Wind southerly,
light to moderate. Mild, maximum temperature 11 to 12oC.
Central, North West, Northern and North East England:
Mostly cloudy, some sunny intervals, rain spreading from west later. Wind southerly, moderate
to strong. Temperature a little above normal, maximum 10 to 12oC.
South West England and Wales:
Cloudy, rain spreading from west, continuing well into the night. Wind southerly, moderate.
Temperature a little above normal, maximum 10 to 12oC.
Central, Southern and North West Scotland:
Cloudy, occasional rain or mist, more steady rain spreading from west. Wind southerly,
moderate or strong. Temperature a little above normal, maximum 8 to 10oC.
North East Scotland, Orkney, Shetland:
Mostly cloudy, a little rain or mist, more steady rain later. Wind southerly, strong. Temperature a
little above normal, 7 to 9oC.
OUTLOOK FOR THE NEXT 24 HOURS
Occasional rain in some areas will die out and be followed by brighter weather spreading from
the west. Mild at first, becoming cooler.
1. In which part of the British Isles will the weather be driest on 10 March?
A. South East and Eastern England B. Central, Northwest, Northern and North East England.
C. Southwest England and Wales. D. Central, Southwest and Northwest Scotland.
2. In general the pattern of weather across the British Isles on 10 March is that
A. rain will die out later in the day. B. rain will increase during the day.
C. it will rain on and off all day. D. it will rain steadily in most places.
3. Where will there be most rain during the day?
A. Southeast and Eastern England. B. Central, Northwest, Northern and Northeast England.
C. Southwest England and Wales. D. Northeast Scotland, Orkney, Shetland.
o
4. The temperature will not rise above 10 C in the following area:
A. Southeast and Eastern England. B. Central, North West, Northern and Northeast England.
C. Southwest England and Wales. D. Central, Southern and Northwest Scotland.
5. It appears that in general the weather on 11 March will be
A. very much the same. B. much wetter.
C. much warmer. D. more sunny.
C.EXERCISES
TEST 1 (UNIT 5)
I.Find the word which has a different sound in the part underlined.
1. A. great B. treasure C. measure D. pleasure
2. A. ancient B. cave C. cavern D. aging
3. A. spectacular B. structure C. sculpture D. picturesque
II. Choose the word which has a different stress pattern from the others.
4.A. contestant B. picturesque C. committee D. astound
5.A. imperial B. spectacular C. historical D. recognition
III. Choose the best answer A, B, C or D to complete the sentences.
6. Trang An Landscape Complex is renowned for its diverse ecosystem, unique natural
beauty and characteristics.
A. geology B. geological C. environmental D. ecological
7. The Ho Dynasty Citadel has a palace with marble roads that connect each
palace.
A. area B. setting C. complex D. building
8. The towers of the My Son sanctuary are the most significant of the My Son
civilization.
A. structures B. arrangements C. apartments D. plans
9. The Thang Long Imperial Citadel was the of political power for nearly seven
centuries without interruption.
A. middle B. point C. system D. centre
10. In 1978,the south and north Cat Tien parks were put the State's protection.
A. of B. under C. above D. with
11. It that China dug up the ocean floor to build artificial islands.
A. says B. said C. would be said D.is said
12. The public suggested that the factories with waste treatment system.
A. would equip B. would be equipped C. should equip D.
should be equipped
13. The local government suggested a road through the Nam Cat Tien National
Park.
A. build B.to build C. building D. being built
14. It that some foreigners had collected rubbish on Cat Ba Beach.
A. reported B. was reported C. could report D. had been reported
15. The most important thing is that we foreign tourists come back to Viet Nam
again .
A. cause B. should cause C. will make D. should make
IV. Fill in each blank in the passage with the correct word from the box. There are
some extra words.
species destinations area valleys
reserve tourists limestone ecosystems
Cuc Phuong National Park is situated in Ninh Binh province. This park is known as
thefirst national park and the largest nature (16) in the country. The park
consists of a range of mountains and green (17) , as well as a number of
(18) caves, many of which are ideal (19) for
exploration. Cuc Phuong is also home to lots of fauna and flora, and some of them are listed
on the Red Book of Viet Nam of endangered (20) .
V. Fill in each blank in the sentences with the correct word from the box.
geological setting complex rickshaw
limes stone fishing architectural biodiversity
1. Like a local, you should take an afternoon ride through the bustling
streets of Ha Noi’s Old Quarter.
2. We can continue our journey and explore the fascinating Cua Van floating
village in Ha Long Bay.
3. With outstanding values, Ha Long Bay was recognized as the world
natural heritage site twice in 1994 and 2000.
4. Ha Long Bay is also home to high with typical eco-systems and thousands of
fauna and flora species.
5. Located in the mountains of Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park, Son
Doong Cave was explored by a group of scientists from British Cave Research Association.
6. The Hue Citadel, which is a of monuments, has been officially
recognized by the UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.
7. Hue is placed in a wonderful : the Ngu Binh Mountain in the south, the
sand dunes of Con Hen and Con Da Vien on the Perfume River as "dragon on the left, tiger on
the right” to protect the citadel.
8. Most of the buildings in Hoi An. which reflect the traditional style of the
lh th
18 and 19 centuries, are carefully preserved.
VI.Here are some things we hear about Po Nagar Cham Towers. Write sentences about
it, using the impersonal passive with the verbs given in brackets.
1. The site of Po Nagar Cham Towers was first used for worship as early as the 2 nd century
AD. (think)
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2.The original wooden structure was destroyed by the Javanese in AD 774. (believe)
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3.It was replaced by a stone-and-brick temple in 784. (say)

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4.Yang Ino Po Nagar ruled over the southern part of the Cham kingdom. (consider)
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5.A gold sculpture in the North Tower was taken away by Khmer raiders in 918. (claim)
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6.The stone statue of the goddess Uma Mahishasuramardini was later placed in the North
Tower in 965. (believe)
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7.The Central Tower was built partly of recycled bricks in the 12 th century on the site of a
structure dating from the 7th century. (think)
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8.The South Tower was dedicated to the god Shiva. (know)

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VII. Complete the second sentences with the same meaning, using “suggest + V-
ing/clause with should”.
1.Mary wanted all of us to visit Po Nagar Cham Towers after lunch.
Mary suggested
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2.“Let’s go to the cinema tonight.” he suggested.
He suggested
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3."Never borrow money from friends," my father said.
My father suggested that
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4.Nick told the stranger. "If I were you, I would not write anything on the walls of the cavern.”
Nick suggested that
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5.I didn't know whether her performance was good or not. so the best way was to watch it
again.
I suggested

VIII. Write sentences about Cham towers in Binh Dinh, using the imperative passive
with the verbs given in brackets.
1.The ancient Champa dynasties built many elaborate temples and shrines. (believe)
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2.The Cham towers in Binh Dinh province are the biggest in Southeast Asia. (claim)
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3.The Cham towers are located in the Do Ban Citadel. (think)
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4.The Binh Dinh towers are a harmonious combination of architectural art from the Champa
and Khmer cultures. (consider)
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5.The three magnificent Duong Long Towers were built during the 12th and 13th centuries in
Toy Son district. (say)

IX.Read the passage, and choose the correct answer A, B, C or D for each question.
UNESCO World Heritage Site in Hue
The Complex of Hue Monuments is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is located in
the city of Hue in central Vietnam. Hue was founded as the Viet Nam capital city by Gia Long,
the first king of the Nguyen Dynasty in 1802. It held this position for thirteen Nguyen kings until
1945
 The massive complex features hundreds of monuments and ruins, such as the
Forbidden Purple City, once the residence of the royal family and badly damaged during the
Vietnam War, the Imperial City, royal tombs, the flag tower, pagodas, temples, a library and
museum.
Hue, located on the banks of the Huong River, (also known as the Perfume River) is
about a hundred kilometres north of Da Nang. Among the most impressive monuments in this
former grand imperial capital are the Ngo Mon Gate of the Imperial City which once was
exclusively used by the royal family and their servants and soldiers, the tomb of Emperor Minh
Mang as well as the tomb of Emperor Tu Duc. In fact, many of the monuments surrounding the
royal buildings were constructed in the early 19 th century and were modeled after Beijing's
Forbidden City. The wall that surrounds the citadel is six metres high and two and a half
kilometres long.
The historical complex is known not only for its rich architecture but also for its beautiful
landscape setting. Overall, the site is quite spectacular. Avoid Hue between October and
December as it gets most of its rain from the northeast monsoon during that period. This small
city is also famous for its Imperial-style cuisine.
1. The Complex of Hue Monuments .
A.has its buildings built during the reign of King Gia Long
B. is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site
C.was built by thirteen Nguyen kings from 1802 to 1945
D. is located on the left hank of the Perfume River
2.The Hue Citadel needs the work of restoration because of .
A.the northeast monsoon B. its rich architecture
C.the period from 1802 to 1945 D. the damage during the war
3. All of the following are mentioned as features of the Hue Citadel EXCEPT .
A.the Temple of Literature B. the royal tombs
C.a library and museum D. the flag tower
4. We can infer from the passage that .
A.the royal tombs were built for each emperor in the Imperial City
B.the Forbidden Purple City might be considered a smaller model of Beijing’s Forbidden
City
C.the Imperial City is located in the Forbidden Purple City
D.the wall that surrounds the citadel is as big as the Great Wall in China
5. All of the following are advantages of Hue EXCFPT .
A.the waterway of the Perfume River B. the art of cooking
C. the last three months of the year D. its beauty of natural setting

X. Write complete sentences about the Thang Long Imperial Citadel, using the
words/ phrases given in their correct forms. You can add some more necessary words,
but you have to use all the words given.
1.The Thang Long Imperial Citadel/ first/ build/ Ha Noi/ during/ Ly Dynasty.
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2.It/ considered/ capital/ seven centuries/ Ly Dynasty/ Trinh Lords.
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3.It/ listed/ UNESCO World Heritage Site/ 2010.
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4.The royal palaces/ and most structures/ complex/ bad condition.
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5.The relics/ its ruined foundations/ on display/ museum.
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TEST 2 (UNIT 5)
I. Find the word which has a different sound in the part underlined.
1. A. shrine B. surprising C. pilgrim D. island
2. A. structure B. culture C. sculpture D. future
3. A. cavern B. citadel C. complex D. contestant
II. Choose the word which has a different stress pattern from the others.
4. A. valuable B. memorable C. historical D. fascinating
5. A. geological B. archaeology C. administrative D. ecological
III. Choose the best answer A, B, C or D to complete the sentences.
6. Hundreds of thousands of travel to Perfume Pagoda to pray for happiness and
prosperity in the coming year.
A. passengers B. holiday-makers C. pilgrimages D.
pilgrims
7. India will provide technical experts, supporting equipment and materials necessary for the
restoration of in My Son.
A. mosques B. towers C. churches D. pagodas
8. Talking about Tay Phuong Pagoda means talking about a treasure of ,an
invaluable cultural and historical heritage.
A. sculpture B. objects C. items D. stone
9. The Thang Long Imperial Citadel was built on the location of a Chinese
dating from the 7th century.
A. battle B. fortress C. border D. soldier
10. Architect Kasik is honoured with his statue in Hoi An in for his restoration work
done at the My Son Sanctuary.
A. agreement B. knowledge C. recognition D. admiration
11. The expert explained that the upper of the bridge was in very bad condition.
A. foundation B. roof C. building D. structure
12. Ha Noi's four sacred temples, the of Ha Noi. were built to defend the four directions
(East, West, South, North) of the ancient Thang Long capital city.
A. energy B. spirits C. communication D. feelings
13. It that the Perfume Pagoda is located in the interior of a cave to the top of the
Huong Tich mountains.
A. says B.is said C.is spoken D.is told
14. It that 70 tons of dead fish washed ashore along more than 200 kilometres of Viet
Nam's central coastline in early April.
A. had been reported B. were reported C. was reported D.
had reported
15. It that the road through the national park will not affect the environment and living
habitat of wild animals there.
A.is thought B. thinks C. has thought D. had been thought
IV. Fill in each blank in the passage with the correct word from the box. There are
some extra words.
breathtaking unique man-made vast
rich magical ecological deep
Cat Ba National Park is dominated by limestone areas where there are numerous
waterfalls, caves and caverns. It is home to 32 types of mammals. Forests here have
manyunique types with (16) features.
Being the roof of Cat Ba Island, Ngu Lam Peak offers visitors a (17)
view of the island. Experiencing a trekking to the peak will give you a good chance to
have a (18) understanding into the natural beauty as well as (19)
culture of the locals. It also has hundreds of large and small beaches, but Cat
Co beaches attract tourists most by the (20) natural landscape.
V.Complete the second sentences with the same meaning, using “suggest + V-ing/
clause with should".
21."I will give you the answer by the end of this week.” Tom said to Mi.
Tom suggested
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22.“Why don’t you ask your parents for advice, Nick?” said Phong.
Phong suggested that
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23.“Why don’t you get your hair cut, Nick?” said his mother.
Nick’s mother suggested that
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24.The doctor said, “You really ought to rest for a few days, Veronica."
The doctor suggested that
____________________________________________________________________________
25.“You’d better apologize to your teacher for being late." said Phong’s mother.
Phong’s mother suggested that
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VI. Read the passage, and choose the correct answer A, B, C or D for each question.
Son Doong Cave
Located in the limestone mountains of Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park. Son
Doong Cave was first found in 1991 by Ho Khanh, a local man. In 2009, the cave was
explored and published by a group of scientists from British Cave Research Association.
 Son Doong Cave was formed from 2 to 5 million years ago, when the river flowed
through the limestone mountain area and was buried. The water eroded limestone and created
an underground tunnel. In soft limestone areas, the collapse of tunnel ceiling formed large
holes which became giant domes afterward. The cave is about 200m high, 200m wide and at
least 8 5km long. Especially, Son Doong consists of two entrances, which is unique among
explored caves in Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park. Exploring the cave, visitors were
surprised with spectacular scenery of numerous stalactites of which some giant stalagmites
are more than 70 metres high. Deep inside the cave exists a grandiose tropical jungle called
“Garden of Eden" by the explorers. The jungle is home to a diversifiedsystem of fauna and
flora. Besides, the cave possesses a 2.5-kilometre underground river. Not far from the “Garden
of Eden” lies an enormous “pearl collection” consisting of tens of thousands of small stone
pieces in dry ponds, contributing to magnificent beauty of the cave.
1. The reason why Son Doong Cave was formed is that .
A. an underground tunnel was buried in the area
B. the limestone areas were soft
C.it only happened from 2 to 5 million years ago
D. the river was buried in the limestone mountains
2. The most important feature of “Garden of Eden” is .
A.the biodiversity B. giant stalagmites
C. the biggest length D. the river below
38. We can infer from the passage that .
A.tunnels and giant domes were formed at the same time
B. “pearl collection” contains a lot of precious stones
C.we can live the cave with the air and water
D. “Garden of Eden” is in the underground river
4. All of the following are the wonderful features of Son Doong Cave EXCEPT .
A. tropical jungle inside with the biodiversity
B.spectacular scenery of numerous stalactites and stalagmites
C.a river flowing over 2.5 kilometers along the cave
D.the big sizes of the cave and the giant domes
5. The thing that makes it different from other caves in Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park
is .
A. stalactites and stalagmites B. the two entrances into the cave
C. its discovery by a local man D. large holes in the ceiling
VII. Read the passage, and do the tasks that follow.
Around 60 kilometers southwest of Ha Noi, Perfume Pagoda is one of the largest
religious sites in Huong Son Commune, My Duc District. It comprises a complex of pagodas
and Buddhist shrines built into the limestone cliffs of Perfume Mount, spreading alongside the
mountain up to the peak. The complex's center is Inner Temple, right inside Huong Tich
Cavern. Huge numbers of pilgrims flock to the site during Perfume Pagoda Festival, which
begins in the middle of the first lunar month and lasts until the middle of the third one (orfrom
February to April) in order to pray for happiness and prosperity in the coming year. Also, it is a
very popular opportunity for young couples to meet and for numerous romances to be formed.
On this special occasion, a wide range of traditional cultural activities is incorporated. Perfume
Pagoda is not only a religious site, but a great sight-seeing spot in Viet Nam as well.
Task 1. Read the passage again and answer the questions.
1.Where can a complex of pagodas and Buddhist shrines be found in Huong Son Commune
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2.How long does Perfume Pagoda festival last?
____________________________________________________________________________
3.What do people go to Perfume Pagoda festival for?
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4.What activities can people take part in?
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5.Why is the festival also popular to young couples?
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VIII. Read the passage, and do the tasks that follow
Ha Long Bay: one of the greatest natural wonders of the world
There is a saying that if you have not visited Ha Long Bay, you have not yet been to
Viet Nam. On the other hand, we can say that if you have not visited Ha Long Bay, you have
not yet seen the most beautiful place in the world. It takes us around 4 hours by bus to travel
180 km from Ha Not towards the northeast to Ha Long Bay.
Ha Long Bay has been twice recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 1994
and in 2000, and also that Ha Long Bay is in the second place in the worldwide competition of
the World's Seven Natural Wonders. 1,969 limestone islands of various shapes, sizes, and in
different green and amazing colours rise above the sea level in an area of more than 1,500
square kilometers that creates this world heritage site Ha Long Bay still keeps its historical and
cultural values.
Ha Long Bay is as attractive and beautiful throughout the four seasons: spring,
summer, autumn, and winter. Traveling on small sailboats among hundreds of limestone
islands, one may visit the amazing Surprise Cave, the floating fishing village, and see how the
locals live, which are top of the list of things to do here. On Titov Island, one may swim and
relax on the beach or enjoy a kayaking programme to the nearby Luon Cave and much more.
The experience of visiting Ha Long Bay is unforgettable, where you will see something
that will stay in your mind and eyes for years. You will enjoy meeting Vietnamese people and
tasting their delicious food. You will have fresh air all day and night, especially if you wake up
early in the morning and watch the sun rise on the deck coming slowly through the islands. Be
sure not to miss visiting I la Long Bay in your lifetime.
Task 1. Identify whether the statements are true (T), or false (F).

T
F
1.Ha Long Bay is one of the most interesting tourist attractions in Viet Nam. 

2.It is in the second place of UNESCO's World Heritage Sites. 

3.The islands are on the setting of many colours. 

4.Tourists can enjoy fresh seafood that is raised in the bay. 

5.You have to come back to the mainland to swim or relax on the beach, not in Ha Long Bay.


6.The sunrise there is unforgettable. 

Task 2. Read the passage again and answer the questions.
1.How long does it take to travel from Ha Noi to Ha Long Bay by bus?
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2.When was Ha Long Bay recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site?
____________________________________________________________________________
3.What makes the islands in Ha Long Bay marvelous?
____________________________________________________________________________
4.According to the passage, is there the best time to visit Hu Long Bay? Why or why not?
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5.What are the things that you must do there?
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6.What impression do you get after a visit to Ha Long Bay?
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IX. Write complete sentences about Tam Coc - Bich Dong in Ninh Binh province, using
the words/ phrases given in their correct forms. You can add some more necessary
words, but you have to use all the words given.
1.Tam Coc - Bich Dong/ belong/ Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex/ well known/ poetic/
and/ inspirational natural scenery.

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2.It/ second nicest cavern/ Viet Nam/ Huong rich Cavern.
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3.Bich Dong Pagoda/ built/ Le Dynasty/ Bich Dong Cavern/ name/ mean/ “Green Pearl
Cavern”.
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4.Tam Coc Cavern/ consist/ Ca cave, Hai cave and Ba cave/ all/ offer/ beauty and mystery/
tourists.
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5.Visit/ Tam Coc Cavern/ tourists/ feel/ get/ lost/ such/ hidden fairy site.
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6.In brief/ it/ ideal ecological spot/ lovers/ nature
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 TEST 3 (UNIT 5)

I. Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the others.
1. a. limestone b. pilgrim c. rickshaw d. citadel
2. a. geological b. imagine c. agency d. together
3. a. wonder b. complex c. backdrop d. proper
4. a. historic b. picturesque c. enter d. sentence
5. a. plumber b. sculpture c. measure d. structure

II. Choose the word that has the main stress placed differently from the others.
1. a. particular b. spectacular c. remarkable d. picturesque
2. a. structure b. commune c. cavern d. cement
3. a. museum b. monument c. cathedral d. contestant
4. a. contest b. fortress c. astounding d. setting
5. a. religious b. situate c. calendar d. literature
III. Choose the best answer a, b, c or d to complete the sentence.
1. The limestone formation of Thien Duong Cave is more than that of Phong Nha
Cave.
a. spectacular b. probable c. geological d. sight-seeing
2. During Perfume Pagoda festival, a large number of flock to the pagoda to pray
for happiness and prosperity in the coming year.
a. spectators b. passengers c. pilgrims d. travellers
th
3. In the 17 century, the Viet people the temple tower, calling it Thien Y Thanh
Mau Tower.
a. put on b. looked for c. got into d. took over
4. The police caught the thief the corner of Cascade and Plum Streets.
a. under b. at c. on d. in
5. He suggests that they should adopt a different way of bringing up their children.
a. parents b. for parents c. toward parents d. to parents
6. If there is a mechanical problem, we suggest the manufacturer directly.
a. contact b. to contact c. contacting d. to contacting
7. It is that the best time to visit Hanoi is September.
a. believed b. worth c. rumored d. wondered
th
8. It that Po Nagar Cham Towers were built in the 8 century.
a. considered b. was considered c. has considered d. considers
9. I suggest you Ha Long Bay. It’s very picturesque.
a. to visit b. visiting c. visited d. should visit
10. A: You really must go to Hoi An to enjoy the full moon at Mid-autumn Festival.
B: .
a. Yes, that’s what I’ve heard. b. Do you really know about it?
c. Yes, I won’t go there. d. No, thank you.
IV. Supply the correct form of the verbs in brackets.
1. You can’t expect (preserve) the man-made wonders without taking
 action.
2. She’s a good manager because she never avoids (deal) with
the problems of her staff.
3. Would you mind (tell) me about the French Gothic architecture?
4. I imagine (go) back to the 20th century and
(witness) the construction of Cu Chi Tunnels.
5. We recommend (book) early, as this is a popular event.
6. Youngsters nowadays seem (lack) awareness of protecting the public
places.
7. A lot of small towns in the area are definitely worth (visit).
8. E-mail allows us (send) messages all around the world quickly and easily.
9. I suggested (put) the matter of restoring Ben Thanh Market to the committee.
10. On the way to Hue, we stopped (pay) a visit to a relative in Da Nang.
V. Write the correct form or tense of the verbs in brackets.
1. Too many office buildings (build) in the city over the last ten years.
2. It (report) that many buildings had been damaged by the fire.
3. I suggested to Mike that we (go) out for a meal with his colleagues.
4. Mary wishes she (take) part in the festival at Perfume Pagoda.
5. It (expect) that we will have more than a dozen guests this evening.
6. Acupuncture (discover) by the Chinese thousands of years ago.
7. He said he (see) my family the following day.
8. If I won a lot of money, I (buy) a big house in Dalat.
9. At 6 o’clock this morning, we (travel) to the airport.
10. Imagine yourself (sit) in the pine forest, listening to the sound of the nature.
VI. Write the correct form of the words in brackets.
1. There is a growing that Vietnam creates its own identity with
numerous natural wonders. (recognize)
2. We spent years learning about the complex structure of the region.
(geology)
3. It was a pretty town with a harbor and well-preserved buildings.
(picture)
4. Beijing announced that it would speed up construction of a subsidiary
center. (administrate)
5. She had once been a in the Miss World competition. (contest)
6. The snow-capped summit, 2,642 meters high, offers views. (astound)
7. education is compulsory in all English schools. (religion)
8. The rockets are a purely measure against nuclear attack. (defense)
9. Oxford attracts large numbers of . (sightsee)
10. A mountain in the Rockies became the for a film about Everest. (locate)
VII. Choose the correct answers to complete the passage.
Ha Long Bay is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and popular travel (1) in Quang
Ninh Province, Vietnam. The bay features thousands of limestone karsts and isles in (2)
shapes and sizes. Ha Long Bay is a center of a larger zone which (3) Bai Tu Long
Bay to the northeast, and Cat Ba Island to the southwest.
Ha Long Bay has an area of around 1,553km2, including 1,960 - 2,000 islets, most of (4)
are limestone. The core of the bay has an area of 334km 2 with a high density of 775 islets.
The limestone in this bay has gone through 500 million years of (5) in different conditions
and environments. The evolution of the karst in this bay has taken 20 million years (6)
the impact of the tropical wet climate. The geo-diversity of the environment in the area has
created (7) , including a tropical evergreen biosystem, oceanic and sea shore
biosystem. Ha Long Bay is (8) to 14 endemic floral species and 60 endemic
faunal species.
1. a. situation b. destination c. direction d. ground
2. a. various b. complex c. exciting d. original
3. a. offers b. includes c. consists d. covers
4. a. them b. those c. which d. whom
5. a. formation b. foundation c. establishment d. contribution
6. a. in b. of c. for d. under
7. a. biochemical b. biodiversity c. bioconversion d. biodefense
8. a. way b. place c. home d. house
VIII. Read the text carefully, then do the tasks.
Located in Duy Xuyen district, Quang Nam province, about 69km from Da Nang City and
20km from Tra Kieu ancient capital, My Son Sanctuary is the complex of numerous Champa
tower-temples in a valley roughly two kilometers wide, surrounded by two mountain ranges. This
used to be a site of religious ceremony for kings of the ruling dynasties of Champa, as well as a
burial place for Cham royalty and national heroes.
My Son Sanctuary is regarded as one of the main religious centers of Hinduism in
Southeast Asia and is the foremost heritage site of this nature in Vietnam. Notably, among 225
Cham vestiges that are founded in Vietnam, My Son possesses 71 monuments and 32
epitaphs, the content of which is still being studied. My Son Sanctuary is often compared with
other historical temple complexes in Southeast Asia, such as Borobudur of Java in Indonesia,
Angkor Wat in Cambodia, Bagan of Myanmar or Ayutthaya in Thailand.
My Son Sanctuary was honored as one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites at the 23 rd
session of the World Heritage Committee in 1999. Based on architectural remains, My Son
perhaps began construction in 4th century. It is perhaps the longest inhabited archaeological site
in Indochina. Although time and wars have turned numerous tower-temples into ruins, sculptural
artifacts and architectural remains still reflected golden age of Cham fine arts history. These
masterpieces have marked flourishing periods of Champa culture and architecture as well as in
Southeast Asia.
A. Decide whether the following sentences are true (T) or false (F).
1. My Son Sanctuary dates from the 4th century.
2. My Son Sanctuary is located in a valley surrounded by mountains.
3. It can be seen that My Son Sanctuary is a centre of culture and politics of Champa Kingdom
at the present time.
4. My Son Sanctuary can’t be compared to Angkor Wat, Bagan, and Borobudur.
5. Some tower-temples of the My Son Sanctuary were destroyed by wars and time.
6. My Son sanctuary is still considered as one of the most excellent achievement of the art of
sculptures and architecture in Champa Kingdom.
B. Answer the following questions.
7. How far is it from Da Nang to My Son Sanctuary?
__________________________________________________________________________
8. What did My Son use to be?
__________________________________________________________________________
9. How many Cham vestiges are there in My Son?
__________________________________________________________________________
10. When was My Son recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO?
__________________________________________________________________________

IX. Complete the passage with words from the box.

unknown measurements formations capacity
attempt regarded twice wonders

With (1) of over 200 meters (656 feet) wide and 150 meters (492 feet)
high as well as a length of 9 kilometers (5.6 miles), Son Doong Cave is the largest cave in the
world.
Before 2009, Malaysia’s Deer Cave was (2) as the largest cave in the
world until a group of scientists from the British Cave Research Association explored and
studied the Son Doong Cave finding it was in fact over (3) the size of Deer
Cave.
Named by BBC News, the “most beautiful cave on the globe” makes this one of the great
natural (4) of Asia. It is a mountain river cave featuring a fast flowing subterranean
river. Son Doong Cave is mostly comprised of limestone that has over time shaped into some of
the tallest stalagmite (5) in the world. Within Son Doong Cave visitors will find it is
so big that it contains its own jungle and river and has the (6) to be able to fit a 40-
story skyscraper inside. The source of the river still remains (7) to this day
with future plans of the British Cave Research Association to return soon and (8) to
solve the many mysteries this cave holds.
X. Read the text carefully, then choose the correct answers.
After only 50 minute flying from Ho Chi Minh City, you will set foot on the tropical paradise of
Vietnam and the world: Phu Quoc Island.
The island has a roughly triangular shape with a north-south length of 50km and a west-east
width of 25km. A great part of the terrain is filled with beautiful sandy beaches, but there is a
mountainous region with 99 peaks, among which the Peak of Chua Mountain is the tallest one
at 603 meters. Due to Phu Quoc’s location in the Gulf of Thailand, its climate is sub-equatorial
with a temperate weather all year round, making trips to Phu Quoc possible any time in the
year. However, the best time to travel to this island is during the dry season, from November
until March, when the sky is blue and clear and the rains are away.
Phu Quoc is most famous for its the cuisines and a natural wonderful coastline. The most
famous food of Phu Quoc is fish sauce, which has become quite popular all over Vietnam and
the world. Besides, another thing worth trying there is the spicy yet interesting black pepper.
However, the factor that will definitely intrigue you to visit Phu Quoc is its untouched coastline
featuring several heavenly beaches. They have yet to be explored to their full ability, but this
fact might be actually positive as it gives the shores a romantic beauty that you can find in
nowhere else in the world.
1. What is Phu Quoc Island regarded as?
a. Pearl of the Orient b. Tropical Paradise
c. City of Eternal Spring d. Lanterns Paradise
2. According to the passage, Phu Quoc Island .
a. has both beaches and mountains b. doesn’t have much tourist attraction
c. has the tallest mountain in Vietnam d. doesn’t have rains all the year round
3. Tourists can visit Phu Quoc anytime in the year thanks to .
a. its location by the sea b. its friendly local people
c. its temperate climate d. its dry season
4. What are Phu Quoc’s specialities?
a. red pepper and fish sauce b. black pepper and dried fish
c. red pepper and soya sauce d. spicy black pepper and fish sauce
5. The word “intrigue” has the closest meaning to .
a. attract b. promote c. inspire d. pay attention to
6. Which of the following statements is NOT true?
a. Phu Quoc Island is located in the Gulf of Thailand.
b. The beaches in Phu Quoc Island have been explored to their full potentials.
c. Phu Quoc’s dry season begins from November and lasts through March.
d. The island is roughly triangular in shape.
XI. Write sentences using suggest + V-ing or suggest + clausewith should.
1. I/ suggest/ take a course/ photography.
__________________________________________________________________________
2. I/ suggest/ the government/ pass/ law on banning deforestation.
__________________________________________________________________________
3. We/ suggest/ students from universities/ participate more/ social work.
__________________________________________________________________________
4. My classmates/ suggest/ use bus and bicycle/ go to school.
__________________________________________________________________________
5. His father/ suggested/ he/ read more books/ environmental issues.
__________________________________________________________________________
6. They/ suggest/ teachers/ provide students/ knowledge on historical facts.
__________________________________________________________________________
7. People/ suggest/ exhaust fumes from vehicles/ reduce.
__________________________________________________________________________
8. My mom/ suggested/ keep the surroundings/ clean and green.
__________________________________________________________________________
9. I/ suggest/ visitors/ stop littering/ Phong Nha Cave.
__________________________________________________________________________
10. My friends/ suggest/ visit/ the Royal Citadel/ when being in Hue.
 __________________________________________________________________________
XII. Rewrite the following sentence using the impersonal passive.
1. They expect more than two million Muslim pilgrims from all over the world head to Mecca
this year.
It _________________________________________________________________________
2. People believe that many more people will die of skin cancer over the next ten years.
It _________________________________________________________________________
3. People are thinking that drugs are very dangerous.
It _________________________________________________________________________
4. People have reported that Bitexco Tower is the tallest skyscraper in Vietnam.
It _________________________________________________________________________
5. They think that the first temple existed during the reign of Le Thanh Tong in the 15 th century.
It _________________________________________________________________________
6. People know that Phong Nha Cave was found in the 16th century by Cham people.
It _________________________________________________________________________
7. People claim that the site of the Perfume Pagoda was discovered over 2000 years ago.
It _________________________________________________________________________
8. They said that the government was conducting a project to investigate the harmful effects of
air pollution.
It _________________________________________________________________________
9. They thought that he went to a local restaurant with his girlfriend.
It _________________________________________________________________________
10. They have suggested that bright children should take their exams early.
It _________________________________________________________________________
XIII. Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning as the first.
1. He is carrying out a research on how people spend their money for clothes.
→ A research__________________________________________________________________
2. Although I had all the necessary qualifications, they didn’t offer me the job.
→ Despite____________________________________________________________________
3. “Please do not litter as you are walking along the coast”, the guard said to us.
→ The guard told_______________________________________________________________
4. I haven’t bought any clothes since my trip to Hanoi.
→ The last time _______________________________________________________________
5. They think that a garden would be a perfect setting for the house.
→ It _________________________________________________________________________
6. Jack’s parents made him study a lot for the entrance exam to high school.
→ Jack was __________________________________________________________________
7. You can’t register for a course abroad if you don’t have a passport.
→ Unless ____________________________________________________________________
8. “Why don’t we visit the Royal Citadel first?” Quang said.
→ Quang suggested that ________________________________________________________
9. People expect that he will join the company soon.
→ He _______________________________________________________________________
10. Shall we use Perfume Pagoda as a theme of the presentation?
→ She suggests _______________________________________________________________
XIV. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence,
using the word in capital.
1. They consider Sara is one of the best students in her school. (BE)
Sara______________________________________________________________________
2. It’s pity she doesn’t share memories of her trip with me. (WISH)
I _________________________________________________________________________
3. Emily has to work part-time on Saturday, so she can’t accompany her best friend to the
contest. (COULD)
If _________________________________________________________________________
4. Shall we surf the net for the location of Ninh Binh Province? (SUGGEST)
I _________________________________________________________________________
5. Someone is going to redecorate the kitchen for us next month. (HAVE)
We _______________________________________________________________________
6. People hope that cable cars construction to Son Doong Cave will be stopped. (IS)
It _________________________________________________________________________
7. “When are you going to submit your research paper?” my teacher asked me. (WAS)
My teacher _________________________________________________________________
8. When you come inside you should remove your coat and hat. (TAKE)
When _____________________________________________________________________
9. When will you book the flight for your trip to Vietnam? (BE)
When _____________________________________________________________________
10. I’m interested in the news about ancient towns. (FIND)
I _________________________________________________________________________

UNIT 6:VIET NAM: THEN AND NOW

A. VOCABULARY

1. annoyed (adj) /əˈnɔɪd/: bực mình, khó chịu

2. astonished (adj) /əˈstɒnɪʃt/: kinh ngạc
3. boom (n) /buːm/: bùng nổ
4. compartment (n) /kəmˈpɑːtmənt/: toa xe
5. clanging (adj) /klæŋɪŋ/: tiếng leng keng
6. cooperative (adj) /kəʊˈɒpərətɪv/: hợp tác
7. elevated walkway (n) /ˈelɪveɪtɪd ˈwɔːkweɪ/: lối đi dành cho người đi bộ
8. exporter (n) /ekˈspɔːtə(r)/: nước xuất khẩu, người xuất khẩu
9. extended family (n) /ɪkˈstendɪd ˈfæməli/: gia đình nhiều thế hệ cùng sống chung
10. flyover (n) /ˈflaɪəʊvə(r)/: cầu vượt (cho xe máy, ôtô)
11. manual (adj) /ˈmænjuəl/: làm (gì đó) bằng tay
12. mushroom (v) /ˈmʌʃrʊm/: mọc lên như nấm
13. noticeable (adj) /ˈnəʊtɪsəbl/: gây chú ý, đáng chú ý
14. nuclear family (n) /ˈnjuːkliə(r) ˈfæməli/: gia đình hạt nhân
15. photo exhibition (n) /ˈfəʊtəʊ ˌeksɪˈbɪʃn/: triển lãm ảnh
16. pedestrian (n) /pəˈdestriən/: người đi bộ
17. roof (n) /ruːf/: mái nhà
18. rubber (n) /ˈrʌbə(r)/: cao su
19. sandals (n) /ˈsændlz/: dép
20. thatched house (n) /θætʃt haʊs/: nhà tranh mái lá
21. tiled (adj) /taɪld/: lợp ngói, bằng ngói
22. tram (n) /træm/: xe điện, tàu điện
23. trench (n) /trentʃ/: hào giao thông
24. tunnel (n) /ˈtʌnl/: đường hầm, cống ngầm
25. underpass (n) /ˈʌndəpɑːs/: đường hầm cho người đi bộ qua đường

B. GRAMMAR
1. ÔN TẬP THÌ QUÁ KHỨ HOÀN THÀNH (PAST PERFECT)
(+) S + had + VpII (past participle)
Cấu trúc (-) S + had not / hadn’t + VpII
(?) Had + S + VpII?
Yes, S + had / No, S + hadn’t.
(+) I had left when they came. (Khi họ đến thì tôi đã rời đi rồi).
Ví dụ (-) I hadn’t left when they came. (Khi họ đến thì tôi đã không rời đi).
(?) Had you left when they came? (Khi họ đến, bạn đã rời đi rồi à?)
Had you not left when they came? (Khi họ đến, bạn đã không rời đi à?)
Hadn’t you left when they came? (Khi họ đến, bạn đã không rời đi à?)
- Diễn tả một hành động đã được hoàn tất trước một hành động khác trong khá khứ.
Ví dụ: He had left the house before she came.
Cách dùng - Diễn tả một hành động đã được hoàn tất trước một thời điểm xác định trong quá khứ.
Ví dụ: We had had lunch by two o’clock yesterday.
By the age of 25, he had written two famous novels.
Dấu hiệu By + thời gian trong quá khứ
nhận biết Before, after, by the time, as soon as, as…..
BÀI TẬP VẬN DỤNG CƠ BẢN
Bài 1: Cho dạng đúng của động từ trong ngoặc ở thời quá khứ hoàn thành.
1. Before hanging out with friends, Jim (do)________________ his homework.
2. Peter told me that he (already finish)________________ reading ‘Harry Porter’.
3. Mary said she (never be)________________ to Paris before.
4. When we came to the movie theater, the film (start)________________ .
5. Where ________________ (Jim / be) before you found him?
6. Peter (travel)________________ to 5 foreign countries on business trips before he retired.
7. My mother (write)________________ me a note before she left for work.
8. I wish I (not attend)________________ that meeting.
9. Jim (read)________________ all his books before he brought a new one yesterday.
10. ________________ (you / clean) your room before you went out?
Bài 2: Cho dạng đúng của dộng từ trong ngoặc ở thì quá khứ hoàn thành hoặc quá khứ
đơn.
1. Mr. Brown (come)________________ home as soon as he (finish)________________ his
work.
2. I (live)____________ in Texas for 4 years before I (move)________________ to California.
3. When Mr. Smith (wake)________________ yesterday morning, breakfast (already be)
________________ ready.
4. Before I (get)________________ promotion, I (work)________________ very hard.
5. Yesterday, my mother (pick)________________ me up from school before we (go)
________________ shopping together.
6. Our grandparents (tell)_____________ us that he (serve)______________ in the army in
1945.
7. After having dinner with my boyfriend, I (go)________________ home.
8. Yesterday (be)________________ the first time Jane (perform)________________ in front of
such large audience.
9. Peter (admit)________________ he (break)________________ my favorite vase the day
before.
10. What ________________ (you / do) before you (come)________________ there?
11. Yesterday I (feel)________________ nervous as I (not prepare)________________ my
presentation carefully.
12. ________________ (Peter / come) to see you after he (finish)________________ his work?
13. Mary (prepare)________________ the meal before she (invite)________________ her new
neighbor to have lunch with her.
14. Before I (buy)________________ a car, I (travel)________________ by bus for nearly 5
years.
15. As soon as Jane (see)________________ Jim, she (storm)________________ out of the
room.

Bài 3: Dựa vào các từ cho sẵn, hãy viết câu hoàn chỉnh.
1. Before / Peter / go / university /,/ he / take / gap / year.
_____________________________________________________________________________
2. Where / you / be / before / you / come / home.
_____________________________________________________________________________
3. There / be / many / trees / along / street / before / people / cut / them / down.
_____________________________________________________________________________
4. Jim / be / very / upset / before / Mary / cheer / him / up.
_____________________________________________________________________________
5. She / tell / me / yesterday / she / not / finish / her / assignment / yet.
_____________________________________________________________________________
6. What / happen / after / Jim / propose / to / Jane?
_____________________________________________________________________________
7. You / eat / dinner / before / you / come / here?
_____________________________________________________________________________
8. Peter / travel / a lot / before / his leg / seriously / injure / in / accident.
_____________________________________________________________________________
Bài 4: Hoàn thành các câu sau bằng dạng đúng của các động từ cho sẵn.
Commute Be (Not) build Suffer Do
Evacuate Cooperate Try Mushroom Want

1. In the past, people ________________ by tram before it was replaced by other modern
means of transport.
2. Our family ________________ from poverty before we received help from the local people.
3. There ________________ only a slight increase in the amount of money we earned each
month after I changed my job.
4. The service industry in our region ________________ before the recession.
5. They ________________ any flyovers in our area before 2014.
6. Mary and Jane ________________ closely in the project before they hated each other.
7. What ________________ (people) to earn a living before they worked in that factory?
8. They ________________ several times before they gave up on their dream.
9. The local authorities ________________ people from the dangerous area before the flood
came.
10. I (always) ________________ to become a superman before I realized that superman
wasn’t real.

B. CẤU TRÚC TÍNH TỪ

1. Cấu trúc tính từ đi cùng với động từ nguyên thể có ‘to’ (Adjective + to – infinitive)
Cấu trúc 1
Cách dùng Cấu trúc tính từ + động từ nguyên thể có to có ý nghĩa “thật là thế nào để làm gì” hoặc
“thật như thế nào để ai đó làm gì”, dùng để nhấn mạnh thông tin
Cấu trúc It + be + adj + (for O) + to V
It’s hard to believe that she failed the exam.
(Thật khó để tin rằng cô ấy bị trượt kì thi).
Ví dụ It was easy for her to pass the exam. (Thật dễ dàng để cô ấy đỗ kỳ thi)
It is boring to go to the meeting. (Đi đến buổi họp thì thật là nhàm chán)
It was dangerous for Harry to drive fast. (Thật là nguy hiểm khi Harry lái xe nhanh)
It’s interesting to talk to you. (Nói chuyện với bạn thật là thú vị)
It’s difficult to learn Japanese. (Học tiếng Nhật thì rất khó)
Cấu trúc 2
Cách dùng Cấu trúc tính từ + động từ nguyên thể có to còn được dùng để diễn tả phản ứng, cảm xúc,
sự tự tin hay sự lo lắng.
Cấu trúc S + be + adj + to V
 Happy (vui), glad (vui), pleased (hài lòng), relieved (nhẹ nhõm), sorry (tiếc), certain (chắc
Các tính từ chắn), sure (chắc chắn), confident (tự tin), convinced (tin chắc), afraid (sợ), annoyed (hơi
thông dụng giận), astonished (ngạc nhiên), aware (nhận biết, nhận thấy), conscious (tỉnh, có ý thức,
biết được)…

Tom was surprised to see you. (Tôm ngạc nhiên khi thấy bạn)
Ví dụ He’s afraid to stay alone at night. (Anh ấy sợ ở nhà một mình vào ban đêm)
I’m very pleased to see you here. (Tôi rất vui mừng khi được gặp anh ở đây)
I was sorry to hear that your father is ill. (Tôi lấy làm tiếc khi nghe rằng cha của anh bị ốm)

2. Cấu trúc tính từ đi cùng với mệnh đề danh từ (Adjective + that – clause)
Cách dùng Cấu trúc tính từ + mệnh đề danh từđược dùng để diễn tả cảm xúc, sự tin tưởng hay sự lo
lắng…..
Mệnh đề danh từ được cấu tạo bởi ‘that + mệnh đề’
Cấu trúc S + be + adj + that + S + V
Chỉ cảm xúc: Happy (vui), glad (vui), delighted (vui mừng), pleased (hài lòng), relieved
Các tính từ (nhẹ nhõm), sorry (tiếc), surprising (ngạc nhiên…)
thông dụng Chỉ sự tin tưởng hay lo lắng: certain (chắc chắn), sure (chắc chắn), confident (tự tin),
convinced (tin chắc), afraid (sợ), annoyed (hơi giận), astonished (ngạc nhiên), aware
(nhận biết, nhận thấy), conscious (tỉnh, có ý thức, biết được)…
I am delighted that you passed your exam (Tôi rất vui vì anh đã vượt qua kì thi)
Ví dụ It was quite surprising that he passed the examination. (Thật đáng ngạc nhiên là anh ấy đã
thi đậu)
I am afraid that I can’t accept this assignment. (Tôi e rằng tôi không thể nhận nhiệm vụ
này)

BÀI TẬP VẬN DỤNG CƠ BẢN

Bài 5: Dựa vào những từ cho trước viết câu hoàn chỉnh.
1. It / hard / Jim / do / this / task.
_____________________________________________________________________________
2. It / not / easy / me / pass / the / test.
_____________________________________________________________________________
3. It / challenging / you / change / your / job / now.
_____________________________________________________________________________
4. Mary / always / afraid / try / anything / new.
_____________________________________________________________________________
5. You / confident / win / the / competition?
_____________________________________________________________________________
6. My mother / pleased / see / me / at / home / now.
_____________________________________________________________________________
7. I / sorry / to / hear / that / you / have / accident / last week.
_____________________________________________________________________________
8. I / glad / you / come / to / my party.
_____________________________________________________________________________
9. It / not / surprising / Peter / be / best / student / in / his / class.
_____________________________________________________________________________
10. I / convinced / Peter / be / right.
_____________________________________________________________________________
Bài 6: Gạch chân lỗi sai trong câu và sửa lại cho đúng.
1. I sure that you have mistaken my pen for yours.
_______________
2. Peter is not confident presenting his ideas to the class.
_______________
3. It is impossible that a fish to climb a tree.
_______________
4. Is it possible for me winning this competition?
_______________
5. Mr. Brown was relieved hearing his wife was not injured in the accident.
_______________
6. Are you certain that he to be the pickpocket?
_______________
7. Peter astonished that he accidentally found his childhood toy.
_______________
8. It is difficult for you pass the test if you don’t study hard.
_______________
9. Were they be able to swim across that river?
_______________
10. They don’t aware that staying up late is bad for health.
_______________
Bài 7: Sắp xếp các từ đã cho thành câu hoàn chỉnh.
1. that / I / thankful / me / so / homework / with / my / you / am / help.
_____________________________________________________________________________
2. difficult / It / English / has / learn / very / to / for / me / been.
_____________________________________________________________________________
3. museum / me / the / it’s / to / interesting / go / to / for.
_____________________________________________________________________________
4. Peter / yesterday / was / party / his / to / came / glad / birthday / that / his / classmates.
_____________________________________________________________________________
5. boring / to / very / attend / be / that / must / It / meeting.
_____________________________________________________________________________
6. It’s / week / Jim / next / will / hard / house / his / to / move / believe / that.
_____________________________________________________________________________
7. dangerous / play / It’s / for / to / children / knife / with.
_____________________________________________________________________________
8. sure / he / my / stolen / I / that / am / has / bike.
_____________________________________________________________________________
Bài 8: Viết lại câu sao cho nghĩa không thay đổi.
1. Learning English is no difficult for me.
→ It is
_____________________________________________________________________________
2. Jim was very confident when he said that he was the best.
→ Jim was very confident to
_____________________________________________________________________________
3. Peter received a letter from his foreign friend yesterday. He was very happy about it.
→ Peter was very happy to
_____________________________________________________________________________
4. I can’t come to your party this weekend. I’m afraid.
→ I am afraid
_____________________________________________________________________________
5. Doing gardening is not as easy as it looks.
→ It is not
_____________________________________________________________________________
6. I had no difficulty in making the last decision.
→ It was not
_____________________________________________________________________________
7. I think Peter is very happy. He has won a lottery.
→ I think Peter is very happy that
_____________________________________________________________________________
8. You were so lucky. You ran into a famous singer
→ You were so lucky to
_____________________________________________________________________________
BÀI TẬP TỔNG HỢP NÂNG CAO
Bài 9: Cho dạng đúng của động từ trong ngoặc.
1. By the age of 25, Mr. Brown (own)________________ a large house and two expensive cars.
2. I (expect)________________ that Mary would come before she (tell)________________ me
that she couldn’t afford time.
3. It (be)________________ very difficult for me (carry)________________ this project because
my professor (give)________________ some advice.
4. Yesterday, my mom (be)________________ very angry (find)________________ out that I
(not do)________________ the laundry yet.
5. ________________ (you / stay) in your room before your mother (find)________________
you?
6. By the time we (arrive)________________ at the station, the train (already
leave)________________ for 15 minutes.
7. When Jim (come)________________ home, he (be)________________ angry
(realize)________________ that someone (break)________________ into his house.
8. ________________ (it / be) hard for you (understand)________________ the lesson
yesterday?
9. As soon as the teacher (walk)________________ into the classroom, she
(be)________________ surprised that her students (prepare)________________ a birthday
present for her.
10. ________________ (you / be) confident that you would win the competition?
Bài 10: Dựa vào những từ cho sẵn, viết câu hoàn chỉnh
1. By / the / time / Peter / everyone / already / leave.
_____________________________________________________________________________
2. They / really / enjoy / themselves / at / party / before / they / have / go / home.
_____________________________________________________________________________
3. It / be / boring / me / learn / Japanese / before / I / have / new / teacher.
_____________________________________________________________________________
4. Yesterday / it / surprising / that / my sister / cook / dinner / before / I / come / home.
_____________________________________________________________________________
5. I / annoyed / that / my brother / not / clean / the house / before / he / go / out.
_____________________________________________________________________________
6. You / happy / know / that / your mother / give / you / a special / gift / yesterday?
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7. Peter / disappointed / know / his / final scores.
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8. It / difficult / me / accept / the fact / that / I / not / get / that / job.
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Bài 11: Khoanh tròn vào đáp án đúng
It is not difficult (1)_________ to imagine how life used to be in the past. My grandfather
(2)_________ keen on telling me about people and things of his generation before he
(3)_________ away. According to what he said, life in the Vietnamese traditional village was
very peaceful, (4)_________ it was exciting. People often lived very closely to others and they
formed a neat society. Although there weren’t any convenient means of communication such as
telephone or email, people still kept in touch and interacted with each other. They were very
happy (5)_________ their stories with their family and neighbors. Sometimes, they even
(6)_________ their neighbors as relatives and always supported others. It was very common in
those days (7)_________ villages to gather up in the communal house to watch TV or listen to
radio together because there was often only one or two TV in a small village. My grandfather
said that he preferred life in the past (8)_________ the modern life since people were friendlier
and more caring.
1. A. for me B. for my C. to me D. that I
2. A. has always beenB. had always been C. was always D. is always
3. A. has passed B. had passed C. passed D. passes
4. A. when B. although C. yet D. instead
5. A. shared B. sharing C. shares D. to share
6. A. called B. regarded C. made D. turned
7. A. to B. on C. for D. that
8. A. to B. on C. than D. that
Bài 12: Đọc đoạn văn sau và trả lời câu hỏi.
 Polyester is now being used for bottles. ICI, the chemicals and plastics company,
believes that it is now beginning to break the grip of glass on the bottle business and thus take
advantage of this huge market.
All the plastics manufacturers have been experiencing hard times as their traditional
products have been doing badly world-wide for the last few years. Between 1982 and 1984 the
Plastics Division of ICI had lost a hundred and twenty million dollars, and they felt that the most
hopeful new market was in packaging, bottles and cans.
Since 1982 it has opened three new factories producing “Melinar”, the raw material from
which high quality polyester bottles are made.
The polyester bottle was born in the 1970s, when soft drinks companies like Coca Cola
started selling their drinks in giant two-litre containers. Because of the build-up of the pressure
of gas in these large containers, glass was unsuitable. Nor was PVC, the plastic which had
been used for bottles since the 1960s, suitable for drinks with gas in them. A new plastic had to
be made.
Glass is still cheaper for the smaller bottles, and will continue to be so unless oil and
plastic become much cheaper, but plastic does well for the larger sizes.
Polyester bottles are virtually unbreakable. The manufacturers claim they are also
lighter, less noisy when being handled, and can be re-used. Shopkeepers and other business
people are unlikely to object to a change from glass to polyester, since these bottles mean few
breakages, which are costly and time-consuming. The public, though, have been more difficult
to persuade. ICI’s commercial department are developing different bottles with interesting
shapes to try to make them visually more attractive to the public.
The next step could be to develop a plastic which could replace tins for food. The
problem here is the high temperatures necessary for cooking the food in the container.
1. Plastics of various kinds have been used for making bottles
A. since 1982 B. since the 1970s but only for large bottles
C. since the 1960s but not for liquids with gas in them
D. since companies like Coca Cola first tried them.
2. Why was ICI’s Plastics Division interested in polyester for bottles?
A. The other things they make are not selling well.
B. Glass manufacturers cannot make enough new bottles.
C. They have factories which could be adapted to make it.
D. The price of oil keeps changing.
3. Why aren’t all bottles now made of polyester?
A. The price of oil and plastic has risen B. It is not suitable for containing gassy
drinks
C. The public like traditional glass bottles D. Shop keepers dislike re-useable bottles.
4. Manufacturers think polyester bottles are better than glass bottles because they
___________.
A. Are cheaper B. are more suited to small sizes
C. are more exciting to look at D. do not break easily
5. Plastic containers for holding food in the same way as cans
 A. have been used for many years B. are an idea that interests the plastics
companies
C. are possible, but only for hot food D. are the first things being made in the new factories
C.EXERCISES
TEST 1 (UNIT 6)
I. Find the word which has a different sound in the part underlined.
1. A. sandals B. compartment C. tram D. manual
2. A. trench B. pedestrian C. exhibition D. tunnel
3. A. exhibition B. exist C. example D. examination
II. Choose the word which has a different stress pattern from the others.
4. A. significant B. facility C. elevated D. initially
5. A. cooperative B. considerable C. illiteracy D. anniversary
III. Choose the best answer A, B, C or D to complete the sentences.
6. In a traditional family, there were three : grandparents, parents, and children.
A. groups B. teams C. bands D. generations
7. It was very that a couple in the past could have about 5 to 10 children.
A .popular B. common C. shared D. obvious
8. Along with our need for love, our most important need is the need for .
A. appreciation B. value C. importance D. increase
9. The metro will Ben Thanh Market in the central area to the amusement park at
Suoi Tien in District 9.
A. join B. contact C. connect D. relate
10. Ho Chi Minh City plans to use the state budget funds to build ten more flyover
.
A. systems B. sets C. methods D. routes
11. It is not for men to wear the traditional costumes in modern life.
A. certain B. surprised C. pleased D. convenient
12. It is not for a particular vehicle to exist, to be loved for generations.
A. fun B. glad C. relieved D. easy
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13. Used throughout the 19 century in classrooms, the slate has been used for
students to write the answers to the problems.
A. most of B. almost C. nearly all D. hardly ever
14. The sound of firecracker was common on previous Tet, but it is now prohibited being
dangerous and unsafe in production and distribution.
A. because B. due to C. despite D. for
15. They a five-day tour in Malaysia before they enjoyed the Tet festival last year.
A. spend B. spent C. had spent D. would spend
IV. Fill in each blank in the passage with the correct word from the box. There are
some extra words.
thickness souvenirs fashion interest
foreigners demand footwear soldiers
 At the age of 73, the retired shoemaker Pham Quang Xuan says he never thought his
tailor-made rubber sandals would still be popular in modern times. The sandals, made from old
car tyres, were worn by many Vietnamese (16) during the war against the
French and the Americans. Mr. Xuan and his friends once made and sold rubber sandals in
Hang Bot Street, but (17) dropped as they slowly went out of (18)
.Several years ago, he started re-making the sandals for friends
and family members and, in doing so, helped revive a wartime (19) .
Despite his age, he still spends several hours a day carving sandals from rubber of suitable
(20) , then cutting and trimming the edges and soles. The sandals come in cither
with diagonal or horizontal straps.
V. Combine the following sentences by completing the second.
21.Family members care for each other. It is essential for that.
It is essential
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22.Families are the place where we learn values, skills, and behavior. We are aware of that.
We are aware
____________________________________________________________________________
23.Parents should guide their children into the world outside the home. It is certain about that.
It is certain
____________________________________________________________________________
24.Strong families have a sense of loyalty and devotion toward family members. We are
conscious of that.
We are conscious
____________________________________________________________________________
25.The family is a place of shelter for individual family members. It is sure about that.
It is sure
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VI. Choose the word or phrase among A, B, C or D that best fits the blank space in
the following passage.
During the war, children wore straw hats to (26) themselves from debris.
Houses and schools were bombed and destroyed. Many children were made (27)
and their schools had to be moved around or lessons sometimes had to (28) after
dark to avoid being targeted by heavy bombing. Many schools had its roof (29) with several
layers of straw to withstand the (30) of the bombs. Life for children was very hard in
both the North and South of Viet Namduring the war.
Young people were (31) of their duty to serve their country. Even young
girls took part in the war efforts by digging bomb shelters. Children took first-aid courses after
school so that they could (32) injured people.
Childhood years of children born in the 1960s are (33) . As innocent children, they
went to school (34) straw hats in the sounds of American jet fighters in the sky and
the shots from Vietnamese anti-aircraft guns.
Nowadays, they are proud that they came through those hardships. They had their
heads held (35) walking out of the war.
26.A. save B. keep C. protect D. help
27.A. homemade B. homeless C. homelessness D. homesick
28.A. place B. take place C. be happened D. exist
29.A. cover B. covering C. covered D. being covered
30.A. reasons B. causes C. actions D. impacts
31.A. known B. afraid C. capable D. aware
32.A. care for B. take after C. take core about D. deal
33.A. unfortunate B. unforgettable C. forgettable D. memorably
34.A. wear B. to wear C. wearing D. that wear
35.A. high B. highly C. height D. above
VII. Read the passage, and choose the correct answer A, B, C or D for each question.
Street Food Shoulder Poles on Saigon streets
Street food shoulder pole is familiar with Saigon people throughout many years.
Nowadays it has become a special thing that makes travelers curious. In small areas of District
1 and District 3, we could count more than 100 vendors who earned money using shoulder
poles. A shoulder pole, also called a carrying pole, is a yoke of wood or bamboo, used by
people to carry a load. The vendors put their goods in two baskets from each end of the yoke.
In the downtown, we can meet young women with their shoulder poles. The baskets
are covered with plastic wrap carefully to protect the foods from the street dust. In a tight
space of one basket, she could mix the ingredients and bake the cake on a small charcoal
which was defended by carton. The ready cakes were put in other basket.
In the morning or evening, on rainy or sunny day,Saigon streets are marked by
shoulder poles of people from different regions of the country, which has become a unique part
of Saigon. It has been said that it isn’t hard to live in Saigon if you work hard. With the carrying
pole on shoulders, the vendor has turned it into a “store’'. The reason is very simple, they don't
have enough money to open a real store. Every day these women continue their journey
through Saigon streets under the sun and the rain, selling cheap things or street foods to earn
money and feed their children.
36. A shoulder pole .
A. is a bar made of wood or bamboo B. used to be called a carrying pole
C. is the connection between wood and bamboo D. is used to put goods on street
vendors’ shoulders
37. Street food shoulder pole is .
A. a way for passers-by to have food B. a characteristic of District 1 and 3
C. used to make foreign travelers curious D. used by street vendors to carry things
38. All of the following arc true about shoulder poles EXCEPT that.
A. street vendors can bake cakes there
B. they can contain enough things to serve some customers
C. the two baskets have the same function
D. they can be protected from dust
39. All of the following arc benefits of shoulder poles EXCEPT that .
A. they can help street vendors to sell many things without a store
B. women are marked by unique shoulder poles from different regions
 C. it is a way for street vendors to carry goods around the streets
D. street vendors can support their families with the help of shoulder poles
40. The word “yoke" in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to .
A. a long piece of wood that is fastened across the necks to pull heavy loads
B. a wooden bar that is connected to the vehicles or loads so that they can be pulled away
C. something that connects two things or people, usually in a way that limits freedom
D. a piece of wood that is shaped to fit across a person's shoulders to carry two equal
loads

VIII. Write about the important qualities that a person needs to be able to get along
with other members in an extended family. Write complete sentences, using the words/
phrases given in their correct forms. You can add some more necessary words, but you
have to use all the words given.
41.We/ have/ positive attitude/ other family members.
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42.We/ treat/ other family members/ best friends.

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43.It/ necessary/ you/ show/ love/ small ways/ every day.
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44.We/ praise/ accomplishments/ and/ strengths/ other family members.
____________________________________________________________________________
45.We/ remember/ and/ celebrate/ birthdays/ other members/ extended family.
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TEST 2 (UNIT 6)
I. Find the word which has a different sound in the part underlined.
1. A. cooperative B. noticeable C. flyover D. astonished
2. A. mushroom B. tunnel C. manual D. rubber
3. A. exporter B. examine C. exchange D. excellent
II. Choose the word which has a different stress pattern from the others.
4. A. dramatic B. confident C. tolerant D. interesting
5. A. sympathetic B. obedient C. cooperate D. pedestrian
III. Choose the best answer A, B, C or D to complete the sentences.
6. In the past several weeks, I have had the to interact with a few large extended
families.
A. event B. situation C. ceremony D. opportunity
7. Wise families accept the ,and support those who have different ways of thinking.
A. differences B. similarities C. same D. agreements
8. As an old saying in Viet Nam, “Blood is thicker than water”, the concept of blood
is always engraved in the mind of the Vietnamese.
A. relation B. relationship C. connection D. joint
9. Children feel to go into the world with the support from their parents.
A. confident B. confidently C. confidence D. reluctant
10. The railway route is designed with double lanes, electrified and has technical
standardswhich allows of earthquake level 8.
A. ability B. power C. tolerance D. acceptance
11. As a member of family, you are to receive moral support and material
assistancefrom other members, especially when you are in trouble.
A. required B. forced C. astonished D. expected
12. At Station 3 at Ba Son shipyard, the metro line in Ho Chi Minh City from
underground to elevated.
A. gets rid of B. shifts C. moves D. transfers
13. For generations, bicycles have been used not only as transport hut also as a way of
for working-class families.
A. life B. life-saving C. liveliness D. livelihood
14. When President Barack Obama arrived in Viet Nam in July 2016, the former
USPresidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush here earlier.
A. come B. would come C. had come D. have come
15. In the old days, people phrynium leaves before they made chung cakes
A. would collect B. had collected C. have gained D. had gained
IV.Fill in each blank in the passage with the correct word from the box. There are some
extra words.
spirit blossoms flowers respect
market occasion custom habit
Tet (Lunar New Year) activities have more or less changed over time, but beautiful
traditional customs are followed today in every Vietnamese family. For the people, the
Tetfestival is the time when reality blends with dreams. It is not only a(n) (16) for
them to decorate houses and shop for more goods, but also a chance for family members to
reunite and pay (17) to their ancestors.
Some people have to cut spending due to the current economic difficulties, but
noneforgets the traditions that symbolise the (18) of the nation during the
holiday. Many young people still follow the traditional (19) of boiling Chung
cakes at home. Jam, cigarettes and wine were essential items during Tet. Peach (20)
are still bought by every Hanoian family for Tet.
V. Combine the following sentences by completing the second.
21.The family becomes a source of encouragement in times of personal success or defeat.
We are conscious of that.
We are conscious
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22.Each family needs its own special set of rules and guidelines It is sure about that.
It is sure
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23.Love requires constant daily effort by each family member. We are convinced of that.
We arc convinced
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24.Laughing together builds up a family but laughing at each other divides a family. It is clear
about that.
It is clear
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25.Children are allowed to have a voice in decision making in the family. We are pleased
about that.
We are pleased
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VI. Choose the word or phrase among A, B, C or D that best fits the blank space in
the following passage.
Seventy percent of people in Viet Nam live in rural areas. Most of these people (26)
their living by caring for farm animals like pigs. Other common jobs are crop
fanning and fishing. For many of these farmers and fishermen, animal and plant waste is still a
problem.
Many women and children cook meals using traditional cooking fuels. They also spend
many hours (27) wood and other materials to burn. This process takes time and
also uses a lot of natural resources. Moreover, they suffer the same health (28) .
Cooking was a difficult and dangerous job. The kitchen was smoky, and the black ash would
make people cough, and (29) pain in the eyes.
But a biogas system can (30) all of these problems! It can turn animal or plant
waste (31) valuable resources - such as cooking fuel, electricity and plant fertilizer. First,
an expert must build a system of pipes and tanks. This biogas system contains and manages
the decaying process of animal or plant waste. To use the biogas system, a fanner must move
animal waste into a pipe with water. These pipes bring the waste to a tank (32) in the
ground. This tank is called a bio-digester. Air cannot enter this tank. In this contained
environment, natural bacteria decays the waste material. (33) the waste decays in
the bio-digester, it (34) two things - biogas and slurry. The biogas rises to the top
of the tank. The pressure from the gas pushes the liquid slurry into (35) . Now people
can use both the biogas and the slurry.
26.A.earn B.look for C.do D.take
27.A.collecting B.looking C.keeping D.controlling
28.A.businesses B.importance C.concerns D.involvements
29.A.bring B.cause C.make D.hurt
30.A.match B.deal C.solve D.delete
31.A.to B.in C.at D.into
32.A.bury B.burying C.being buried D.buried
33.A.Because B.As C.Although D.Moreover
34.A.gets B.brings C.produces D.makes
35.A.the tank B.another tank C.the same tank D.no tank
VII.Read the passage, and choose the correct answer A, B, C or D for each question.
Lifestyles: Past and Present
From the 20th to the 21th century, there have been significant changes in the majority of
countries around the world. Substantial differences are evident between the way we live today,
 and the way we lived a century ago.Viet Nam is no exception although there are some aspects
of life in Viet Nam that are similar to the way of life of the twentieth century.
Living in Viet Nam today differs greatly from the lifestyle of 100 years ago. People in
the past mainly worked in agriculture whereas today there are significantly fewer people
working in this sector of the economy. These days, by comparison, people are more likely to
be employed in manufacturing and tourism than in the rice fields. Moreover, Viet Nam, which
was traditionally agricultural, is transforming into an entirely different country. While agriculture
is still an important component of the Vietnamese economy, other enterprises are accounting
for an increasing amount of economic activity.
However, along with the differences, similarities also exist. The Vietnamese have kept
many of the characteristics of their forefathers. The Vietnamese people are as friendly today
as they were in the past. This is best illustrated in the way they welcome foreigners. Moreover,
the determination of the people of Viet Nam has not changed. The Vietnamese work
collectively and happily towards the development of their country.
To conclude, while there are differences in past and present lifestyles, there are
important similarities. Although Viet Nam has changed in many ways, there always have been,
and always will be, the friendly welcoming smiles of the Vietnamese people.
36. Viet Nam has had significant changes .
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A.for one hundred years B. from the 20 century
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C. in the 20 century D. in the 21st century
37. Nowadays, more people work in .
A.agricultural section B. foreign enterprises
C. the rice fields D. manufacturing and tourism
38. We can infer from the passage that .
A.a lot of people work in agriculture
B.many people work in accounting
C. the majority of population works in manufacturing
D.Viet Nam has kept the same lifestyles
39. All of the following are traditional features of the Vietnamese EXCEPT .
A.the hospitality to strangers B. the friendly welcoming smiles
C. the entirely different country D. the determination to build the country
40. The word "collectively” in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to .
A.very common B. the same as C. owned by a
group D. as a group

VIII. Write about the important qualities that a person needs to be able to get along
with other members in an extended family. Write complete sentences, using the words/
phrases given in their correct forms. You can add some more necessary words, but you
have to use all the words given.
41.It/ important/ you/ honest/ say/ what/ you/ think.
____________________________________________________________________________
42.You/ spend time/ other members/ have close relationships.
____________________________________________________________________________
43.We/ accept/ differences/ family members/ and/ we/ look/ common interests.
____________________________________________________________________________
44.It/ certain/ you/ avoid/ make/ unpleasant comments/ other members.
____________________________________________________________________________
45.Instead/ become/ center of attention/ family/ we/ show/ kindness/ and interests/ others.
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TEST 3 (UNIT 6)
I. Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the others.
1. a. satisfied b. matched c. thatched d. depressed
2. a. consequence b. obedient c. demand d. report
3 a. suffer b. rubber c. suburban d. tunnel
4. a. weather b. sympathetic c. worthy d. bother
5. a. happens b. vehicle c. exhibition d. exhaust
II. Choose the word that has the main stress placed differently from the others.
1. a. mushroom b. demand c. sandal d. tunnel
2. a. underpass b. exhibit c. compartment d. extended
3. a. collective b. elevate c. suburban d. initial
4. a. vocabulary b. illiteracy c. cooperative d. anniversary
5. a. professional b. pedestrian c. exhibition d. facility
III. Choose the best answer a, b, c or d to complete the sentence or substitute for the
underlined word.
1. Vietnamese prefer riding motorbikes walking to work.
a. to b. for c. than d. rather than
2. It is hard us to persuade him to believe what we said.
a. to b. of c. for d. with
3. A lot of were built to solve the traffic jam problem at intersections.
a. trams b. flyovers c. skytrains d. tunnels
4. My friends were all extremely when they heard I’d lost my job.
a. tolerant b. sympathetic c. obedient d. confident
5. Last Wednesday witnessed a sudden drop in raw oil price.
a. significant b. gradual c. sharp d. considerable
6. It was unprofessional casual clothes to the international conference.
a. of her to wear b. for her wearing c. for her to wear d. of her wear
7. The very first metro is being built to the travel demands of Saigonese.
a. solve b. make c. see d. meet
8. ease traffic congestion, it is necessary to promote the development of public
transport.
a. Because of b. Despite c. In order to d. Since
9. I think life today is comfortable than it was in the past.
a. about as b. a lot more c. more and more d. the more
10. A: How was your trip to Vietnam after 10 years?
B:
a. Amazing! I couldn’t believe how much it has changed!
 b. Thank you for asking me.
c. 10 years? It’s 11 years.
d. No, I can’t tell you.
IV. Write the correct form or tense of the verbs in brackets.
1. My father prefers (work) as a farmer rather than a blue-collar worker.
2. I can’t help (worry) about her traveling abroad on her own.
3. Rubber sandals (wear) by Vietnamese soldiers during the war against the
French and the Americans.
4. She (not think) of writing about educational reformation until I mentioned it.
5. In 1995, I (go) back to Vietnam after 30 years.
6. In recent years, Vietnam many changes under the influence of economic
reform and globalization. (experience)
7. It’s kind of you (report) to her what happened to her son last night.
8. The number of vehicles in Vietnam (increase) by 10 percent every year.
9. If you (come) back to the ancient world, where would you visit?
10. During our conversation, I realised that we (meet) before.
V. Fill in the blank with the past perfect form of the verb in brackets.
1. After the war (end), Vietnamese people focused on dealing with
domestic matters.
2. How long (they/ be) married before he died?
3. Before the invention of Internet, most people (read) newspapers to update
current events.
4. Why didn’t you want to watch the film? (you/ see) it before?
5. She (not have) any experience in business communication, so we
offered her a training course.
6. Before the introduction of low-cost airlines, Vietnamese
(mostly/ travel) by coach.
7. (you/ learn) about Vietnam war before you made the presentation about
it?
8. Ethan suddenly realised that he (leave) his laptop on the train.
9. My house was very dirty because I (not clean) it for weeks.
10. She couldn’t get access to the Internet because she (not pay) the bill.
VI. Complete the sentence with the past simple or past perfect form of the verb in
brackets.
1. They (live) in Paris for 10 years before they (move) home.
2. As soon as I (download) the document, I knew I
(make) a mistake.
3. Mary (ring) John’s doorbell at 8:15 yesterday but John
(already/ leave) the house.
4. By the time the firemen (arrive), the fire (destroy)
three houses.
5. Our economy (not stand) a chance of developing before the government
(adopt) the open-door policy.
6. When I last (speak) to her, she still (not finish)
her assignment.
7. Nobody (come) to the meeting because Angela (forget) to tell them
about it.
8. She (go) to Disneyland three times when she (be) a little girl.
9. After I (complete) the form, I (give) it to the secretary.
10. Sarah (drive) three hundred miles by the time she
(arrive) in Tacoma.
VII. Write the correct form of the words in brackets.
1. Although they never get angry, they are not always kind or . (tolerate)
2. Local officials have been very on working together for a solution. (cooperate)
3. I tried to tell her about the awful day I’d had, but she wasn’t very . (sympathy)
4. Students are expected to be quiet and in the classroom. (obey)
5. Boeing sells a third of its aircraft overseas, making it the biggest in the United
States. (export)
6. I see people who have opportunities I don’t have, and I get . (envy)
7. In the past, Hanoians often went to areas by tram, which was a very famous
system. (suburb)
8. She has a small office that is used for discussions. (privacy)
9. Some ministers expressed that they could no longer travel first class.
(astonish)
10. We were greatly at the news of their safe return. (relief)
VIII. Choose the correct answers to complete the passage.
Like other big cities in Asia, Ha Noi began to (1) the tram system in the early 1900s. A few
years later, due to its cheap fares and convenience, this system rapidly became one of the most
popular (2) of transport. There were five tram routes with Hoan Kiem Lake as a
central station for residents to get (3) the city and to the suburban areas. However, because of
the population boom and the urgent demand for upgrading the more modern road system, the
rail tracks were (4) removed and completely disappeared in 1990.
These days, the fact that the population of the capital has risen tremendously results (5
a dramatic increase in the number of vehicles on the roads. To meet the increasing travel
demands and reduce traffic congestion, the first 13-kilometre skytrain system, connecting Cat
Linh and Ha Dong is (6) and it is expected to be completed by 2018. Each four-
compartment skytrain with the length of approximately 80 metres and the height of about 3.8
metres has a (7) of 1,362 passengers. Additionally, a new rail system including
over eight kilometres of skytrain rail and four kilometres of subway rail, (8) links Ha Noi
Central Station to Nhon, also has being built recently. The capacity of each skytrain in this
efficient high-speed rail system is roughly 1,200 passengers.
1. a. discover b. improve c. operate d. install
2. a. ways b. systems c. spaces d. means
3. a. around b. over c. by d. ahead
4. a. occasionally b. gradually c. regularly d. eventually
5. a. on b. at c. in d. with
6. a. pressed b. launched c. produced d. announced
7. a. ability b. position c. consistency d. capacity
8. a. which b. what c. whose d. where
IX. Read the text carefully, then do the tasks.
From the 20th to the 21st century, there have been significant changes all over the world.
Substantial differences are evident between the way we live today, and the way we lived a
century ago. Vietnam is no exception although there are some facets of life that still resemble
the way of life of the twentieth century.
Living in Vietnam today differs greatly from the lifestyle of 100 years ago. People in the past
mainly worked in agriculture whereas today there are significantly less people working in this
sector of the economy. These days, by comparison, people are more likely to be employed in
manufacturing and tourism than in the rice fields. Moreover, Vietnam, which was traditionally
agrarian, is transforming into an entirely different country. While agriculture is still an important
component of the Vietnamese economy, other enterprises are accounting for an increasing
amount of economic activity.
However, along with the differences, similarities also exist. The people of Vietnam have
retained many of the characteristics of their forefathers. The Vietnamese people are as friendly
today as they were in the past. This is best exemplified in the way they welcome foreigners to
their unique country. Moreover, the resilience and determination of the people of Vietnam has
not changed. The Vietnamese work collectively and happily towards the development of their
country.
A. Decide whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F).
1. A minority of countries around the world have experienced dramatic change in the previous
century.
2. Vietnam is not as agrarian as it was in the past.
3. Vietnamese people nowadays are friendlier to foreigners than they used to be.
4. The differences between the lifestyles of yesterday and the lifestyles of today are not
evident.
5. Some of the characteristics of Vietnamese people never change.
6. Vietnamese people are very resilient and determined.
B. Answer the questions.
7. How have lifestyles changed for the last century?
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8. What characteristics of Vietnamese people have not changed?
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X. Read the text carefully, then choose the correct answers.
In the early 17th century, most of the southern region of Vietnam was nearly uninhabited and
in the position of Ho Chi Minh City, there was a small village formed with a few residents.
However, thanks to its advantage in location, the town grew both economically and politically.
By the 19th century, this had become a cultural hub of the South as well as an important trading
center of the country.
You might not know that there was a time Saigon was referred to as the Pearl of the Far
East. Sadly, having been through various occurrences and two disastrous wars has stunted the
city’s development. Only after the political instabilities had settled, Saigon recovered
miraculously and maintained its leading position in terms of both the economics and culture.
Officially named as Ho Chi Minh City, Saigon today has 22 districts in total and attracts
hundreds of thousands of tourists annually.
1. What is the best title of the passage?
a. Saigon: Lost and Found b. Saigon: Then and Now
c. Saigon: Now and Then d. Saigon: Hub of the South East Vietnam
2. According to the passage, Saigon was in the early 17th century.
a. a financial center b. an uninhabited region
c. a small village d. an important city
th
3. What happened with Saigon in the 19 century?
a. It became popular all over Asia.
b. It became a cultural hub of the South and an important trading center of Vienam.
c. It became the most important trading center in the world.
d. It was no longer visited by international tourists.
4. The city’s development has been stunted because of .
a. two disastrous wars
b. some major historic events
c. natural disasters and disastrous wars
d. different occurrences and disastrous wars
5. The word “occurrences” is closest in meaning to .
a. situations b. adventures c. incidents d. affairs
6. Which of the following sentences is NOT true?
a. In the early 17th century, there were only a few residents living on the position of Saigon.
b. The location of Saigon helped the town develop its economy and politics.
c. Saigon was once referred as the Pearl of the Far East.
d. Saigon had recovered and held its leading position before the political instabilities settled.
XI. Rewrite these sentences, using be + adjective + (of + noun/pronoun) + to-infinitive.
1. Learning how to live in space is difficult.
It is difficult to learn how to live in space.
2. I learned that I had been promoted. I was delighted.
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3. He shouldn’t press the emergency button. It was stupid.
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4. Having interests outside work is necessary.
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5. John gave them £100. It was very generous.
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6. They saw the driver was a six-year-old boy. They were astonished.
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7. Thank you for visiting me in hospital. It was very kind.
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8. Being in good health is very important for athletes.
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9. We heard that your father’s in hospital again. We’re sorry.
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10. Why did he make that remark? It was very rude.
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XII. Complete the second sentence so that It has the same meaning as the first.
1. It was confident of him to say that he was the best student in his school.
→ He was ____________________________________________________________________
2. Our lifestyle has changed considerably since the introduction of Western culture.
→ There has __________________________________________________________________
3. It’s exciting for me to learn that I can come to visit my friend in Phu Yen next month.
→ I am ______________________________________________________________________
4. Those children need to be taught about how Vietnam has transformed itself.
→ It is _______________________________________________________________________
5. She was so rude to shout at his face in the department store.
→ It was _____________________________________________________________________
6. My father was pleased when he learned that I had passed the entrance exam to high
school.
→ My father __________________________________________________________________
7. Everybody had gone home when I came to the party.
→ As soon as _________________________________________________________________
8. This country is unsafe to visit during summer vacation.
→ It is _______________________________________________________________________
9. There has been a dramatic increase in the number of people learning English.
→ The number of people ________________________________________________________
10. Phong went to the beach after working hard for a week.
→ After Phong ________________________________________________________________
XIII. Write a new sentence with the some meaning containing the word in capitals.
1. He was so brave that he could tell her what he thought about her. (IT)
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2. Your bad news upsets me very much. (SORRY)
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3. There has been a slight drop in the number of people using public transport. (SLIGHTLY)
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4. Revising for exams takes up all my time at the moment. (BUSY)
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5. There was an increased demand for travel, so the government decided to invest in building
the very first metro system. (AS)
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6. I don’t know much about historical events, so I can t help her with her history homework. (IF)
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7. This is the first time I have heard about the tram system in Hanoi. (NEVER)
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8. Firefighters spent two hours releasing the driver from the wreckage. (IT)
 __________________________________________________________________________
9. They took the president to the hospital for an emergency operation. (WAS)
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10. I had saved my document before the computer crashed. (AFTER)
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TEST YOURSELF 1(UNIT 4,5,6)
I. Find the word which has a different sound in the part underlined.
1. A.extended B.entertain C.picturesque D.elevated
2. A.thatched B.spectacular C.snack D.rickshaw
3. A.complex B.noticeable C.cooperative
D.counterpart
II. Choose the word which has a different stress pattern from the others.
4. A.underpass B.astonished C.contestant D.occasion
5. A.illiterate B.spectacular C.significant D.noticeable
III. Choose the best answer A, B, C or D to complete the sentences.
6. Wooden clogs have been the simple of Vietnamese women for ages.
A.sign B.signal C.symbol D.mark
7. Rickshaw looks in eachof Viet Nam: Ha Noi's rickshaw is wider and low, Hue's is
a bit narrower but longer, Saigon's rickshaw is tall and long.
A.different - area B.the same - part C.different - region D.differently - region
8. Survey findings that the current family remains an important production unit
ofsociety.
A.explain B.record C.express D.show
9. Before 1975 in South Viet Nam, there 3 state universities built in cities of Hue,
Saigon, Can Tho.
A.was B.were C.would be D.used to be
10. Many workers wish that they labour contracts with the companies.
A.sign B.signed C.were signed D.were signing
11. We wish that smart boards in our school.
A.install B.had installed C.were installed D.was installed
12. The photos by a British diplomat capture the of old bicycles, crowded electric trams, the
queue to buy goods and lines of barrels waiting to collect water in the 1980s.
A.ideas B.images C.minds D.thinking
13. After people had asked for scholars’ handwriting, they them up during the Tet
festival.
A.hang B.hung C.hanged D.had hung
14. The life at that time was very difficult every family tried to buy a branch of peach
blossoms to display on the Lunar New Year Festival.
A.but B.so C.despite D.although
15. We suggest that the authorities street children from following foreign tourists inthe
downtown.
A.will stop B.stopped C.would stop D.should stop
 IV. Fill in each blank in the passage with the correct word from the box. There are
some extra words.
powers strength attraction families
space impressions fun generations
Traditional Folk Games of the Vietnamese
As a result of the modern life, after school time, children in cities don't have enough
(16) , and friends to play together. While parents are busy with their business, the
children are kept inside 4 concrete walls and entertain themselves with watching television,
playing with their toys or playing video games.
However, the traditional folk games still have very strong and magical (17)
to every child. They might not play it very often as the older (18)
did, but the stories about these folk games will still be told in every family.
The most favourite folk games must be listed are: the game of Dragon and Snake, the
game of Cat and Mouse, Marble game in the Vietnamese style. Mandarin's Square, hide and
seek... More than (19), these folk games improve the smartness and (20) of
observation in children.
V. Here are Cham towers listed as the National Heritage in Binh Dinh. Write sentences
about them, using the imperative passive with the verbs given in brackets.
21. Hung Thanh Tower (also known as Thap Doi) in Quy Nhon was built during Khmer
occupations in Champa in the 13th century. (think)
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22.The edges of the roofs Canh Tien lower were built of sandstone. (say)
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23. Binh Lam Tower was built between the end of the 10th century with the spectacular and
powerful architecture style. (believe)

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24. Symmetrical style motifs were carved directly into Cham bricks in Binh Lam Tower. (claim)

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25. Silver Tower (also known as Banh It Lower) was built between the end of 11 th and the
beginning of the 12th century on a hill of Tuy Phuoc District. (consider)

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VI. Choose the word or phrase among A, B, C or D that best fits the blank space in
the following passage.
Subsidy economy from 1976 to 1986 means all (26) of goods and raw materials are in
the (27) of the central government. The government coordinated all steps of
economy from planning, collecting, and distributing to (28) . Each person (29) with
standard distributions which depended (30) working level, age, rank and position in
government or professional.
(31) essential supplies had many problems, for example, four people shared a pair
of bicycle tires, or even a blanket. Sometimes one pig was shared among 20 households,
everyone wanted to take the good (32) and very difficult to divide fairly. Moreover,
because of bad storage and complicated delivery, many supplied foods were in bad condition,
such as broken, rotten or even poisonous. Each family got (33) own rice booklet
shown date and number kilos of rice. During that time, the Vietnamese had a famous saying,
"Your face (34) sad like (35) the rice booklet".
26.A.sources B.resources C.causes D.places
27.A.help B.supplies C.hands D.palms
28.A.passengers B.consumers C.clients D.employees
29.A.delivered B.were delivered C.was delivered D.has delivered
30.A.to B.at C.in D.on
31.A.Shares B.Sharing C.Cutting D.Exchanging
32.A.parts B.elements C.features D.factors
33.A.its B.his C.her D.their
34.A.looks B.looks like C.looks at D.looks as
35.A.lose B.to lose C.losing D.being lost
VII. Read the passage, and choose the correct answer A, B, C or D for each question.
Education System of Viet Nam in the Past
Because of 1,000 years under the control of China, there were no records which
indicated a formal education system in Viet Nam. In 939, Emperor Ngo Quyen expelled the
Chinese invaders and declared Vietnamese independence. But the first two dynasties Ngo and
Dinh did not last so long, and were busy with the national defense, so the education was just in
pagodas. Ly Cong Uan, the founder king of the Ly dynasty had been educated in a pagoda.
To the Ly dvnasty, the fundamental educational system was officially improved, King Ly
Thanh Ton established the Temple of Literature at the ancient Capital of Thang Long to
encourage people to appreciate the education. In 1075, the first exam was done by the order
of King Ly Nhan Ton to select scholars for the office and the later year, 1076, the Imperial
Academy, the first university in Viet Nam's history, was set up for the education of sons of
royally and other high-ranking officials.
There were also many private classes taught by prominent scholars such as Chu Van
An, Le Quy Don, Nguyen Binh Khiem,Phung Khac Khoan,Vo Truong Toan... The students
would only study literature and ancient history of China, of Viet Nam for entirety of their
schooling. Later on, the Public Administration curriculum was finally added to the programme.
When the Ho Royal family ruled the country, students were taught simple mathematics.
From 1918 to 1945, Viet Nam’s education programme adopted the western education
system with three levels: elementary, high school, and college. At all levels, from 1945 the
Vietnamese national language is officially used. Students have the opportunity to learn
literature, history, philosophy, law, science, math, medicine and other languages.
36. In the 10th century, parents .
 A.could let their children have a formal education
B.were too busy to send their children to school
C. could send their children to pagodas to have some schooling
D.didn’t want their children go to school under the control of China
37. All of the following were done during the Ly dynasty EXCEPT that .
A.all good students could go to the Imperial Academy
B.King Ly Thanh Ton established the Temple of Literature
C. the Imperial Academy was established in 1076
D. King Ly Nhan Ton ordered to hold the first exam to select scholars
38. In the past, students mostly learned .
A. public administration B. science subjects and mathematics
C. the ways to rule the country D. literature and ancient history
39. We can infer from the passage that .
A.the private classes replaced the Imperial Academy
B.education was highly appreciated during the dynasties
C.mathematics was highly developed during the Ho dynasty
D.the prominent scholars such as Le Quy Don couldn’t teach at the Imperial Academy
40. From 1918 to 1945, Viet Nam’s education system .
A.officially used the Vietnamese national language
B.was divided into three levels
C. was the same as the western education system
D.had a wide range of subjects at college

TEST YOURSELF 2(UNIT 4,5,6)

I. Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the others.
1. a. tolerant b. backdrop c. remote d. dogsled
2. a. behavior b. habit c. tramway d. cashew
3. a. reward b. sewage c. wealthy d. wonder
4. a. computer b. uniform c. contribute d. monument
5. a. constructs b. equips c. travels d. develops
II. Choose the word that has the main stress placed differently from the others.
1. a. envious b. astonished c. suburban d. defensive
2. a. household b. tunnel c. igloo d. respect
3. a. flyover b. skytrain c. rubber d. success
4. a. opportunity b. administrative c. possibility d. university
5. a. medium b. dangerous c. picturesque d. obvious
III. Complete the sentences with the words from the box.

thatched citadel pilgrims obesity spectacular

relieved facilities picturesque pedestrian underpasses

1. Hundreds of thousands of flock to Jerusalem every year.

2. Vietnamese students used to study in classrooms with roofs.
3. He was to see Jeannie reach the other side of the river safely.
4. Hue is situated on the northern bank of the Perfume River.
5. Hoi An is a ancient port town, with an old quarter that dates back to
th
the 15 century.
6. The hotel offers good sporting , including a 50 meters swimming pool.
7. A diet that is high in fat and sugar can lead to .
8. We can build more, to improve the traffic flow.
9. Elevated walkways are built to improve safety.
10. We had a view of Megan’s Bay on the tour!
IV. Choose the best answer a, b, c or d to complete the sentence.
1. Son Doong Cave will be ruins if the cable car system is constructed.
a. in b. at c. on d. out
th
2. In the 17 century, the Viet people the temple tower, calling it ThienY Thanh Mau
Tower.
a. got into b. took over c. looked after d. put up
3. The Imperial Citadel of Thang Long is a that consists of royal palaces and
monuments.
a. complexb. structure c. setting d. measure
4. The tram’s clanging sounds have gone deep into the of Hanoians.
a. minds and souls b. hearts and minds
c. hearts and bodies d. bodies and spirits
5. I wish that he to me about his living conditions.
a. will never lie b. would lie never c. would never lie d. could never lie
6. I was surprised what happened at the end of the film.
a. finding out b. in finding out c. to find out d. that I found out
7. It’s that you should follow a regular training programme.
a. pleasantb. confident c. conscious d. essential
8. The doctor suggested I more exercise to keep my blood pressure down.
a. do b. to do c. doing d. could do
9. Giving lucky money to children and the elderly is one of the most common during
the Lunar New Year.
a. behaviors b. habits c. events d. practices
10. A: I’m thinking about a topic for our next discussion.
B: .
a. Do you think about it?
b. To me, this discussion always brings me happiness.
c. I suggest talking about preserving natural wonders of Vietnam.
d. Why do you have to consider its benefits?

V. Write the correct form or tense of the verbs in brackets.

1. By the time Alex finished his studies, he (be) in London for over eight years.
2. At the moment the population of the world (grow) at an increasing rate.
3. It (claim) that some doctors were working 80 hours a week.
4. My mother suggested I (throw) away some of the stuff in my closet.
5. While we (do) the maths test, the fire alarm (go) off.
6. I wish I (earn) enough money to travel around the world.
7. She (not set) foot in Ho Chi Minh City since she graduated from University of
Economy.
8. They said they (live) in Chicago for six years.
9. She suggested (travel) together for safety, since the area was so
dangerous.
10. It’s hard for me (concentrate) on working in such a noisy office.
VI. Write the correct form of the words in brackets.
1. is a state whereby one is unable to read and write. (literate)
2. Show teenagers that you respect their by knocking on their bedroom door.
(private)
3. Reality TV has been a very successful form of mass . (entertain)
4. The needs to know what rocks the drill has reached. (geology)
5. It’s difficult to with a negative people who will do nothing to help
themselves. (sympathy)
6. The Eiffel Tower in Paris is an instantly landmark. (recognize)
7. She pretends that she knows all about the latest films and art , but it’s all a
pose. (exhibit)
8. The company produces computers in with a German firm. (cooperate)
9. He is a pleasant child, but often rowdy, and rough with others. (obey)
10. My biggest weakness was my lack of sympathy or for incompetence.
(tolerate)
VII. Mark the letter a, b, c or d to indicate that underlined part that needs correction in
each of the following questions.
1. The doctor suggested that she does exercises regularly and go to bed as early as possible.
A B C D
2. I wish I can set foot on every corner of Vietnam when I reach 40.
A B C D
3. They are getting used to eatingalone as their parents often come home lately.
A B C D
4. It is expected that there has been more than 5 million international tourists to visit Ha Long
A B C D
Bay this year.
5. I used to having a very bad argument with my Maths teacher when I was at high school.
A B C D
6. In spite of his dropped out of Harvard in 1975, Bill Gates managed tofound Microsoft with his
A B C
childhood friend.
D
7. The number of milk tea shopshas increasedconsiderable in Ho Chi Minh City during the last
 A B C D
two years.
8. If time had turned back, I would enjoy my childhood in the most fabulous way.
A B C D
9. No matter howhardly I tried, I couldn’t understand the meaning of the story.
A B C D
10. Vietnamese young people prefer eating out to cook the meals on their own.
A B C D

VIII. Match sentences.

A B
1. Why do we need to preserve the natural
wonders of Vietnam? a. I suggest using public transportation
2. How can we know the schedule of the every day.
metro? b. I don’t like the idea and I think the
extended one is the best.
3. You really must come over Thien Mu c. Thank you. I will.
Pagoda after visiting Hue Citadel.
4. What should we do to reduce the air d. Use a bike or take the bus.
pollution in Saigon?
5. What do you think about nuclear families? e. That’s good to know.
6. I really hope you have a good time in f. Google it!
Saigon. g. To ensure that the future generation
7. What is the best way to get around? can also see and experience them.
h. Our cultural identities would be lost.
IX.8.Choose
What the
would happen
correct if we to
answers didn’t preserve
complete the passage.
As I remember, (1) in the 50s and 60s, Ha Noi was not as crowded as it is today.
Bicycles and cyclos were the main means of transport and the few motorbikes that were around
were (2) by rich people. It was rare to see cars or jeeps.
Meanwhile, the tram was the only method of public transport. An old tram station is now
home (3) several retail outlets that look out over the lake in Dinh Tien
Hoang Street.
At that time, Hanoians always travelled by tram, not only for its (4) but also the
price. For just five cents you could travel one-way to it’s terminus in the former Ha Dong
Province, (5) is now part of the expanded Ha Noi.
I still remember on (6) from school, my friends and I would go to the lake to catch
the tram to Botanical Garden. The sound, clang-clang, clang-clang could be regularly heard
from early in the morning until late in the evening, come rain or (7) . Time, ... decades
have passed, but there is still a clang (8) in my mind from my childhood.
1. a. move b. place c. set d. back
2. a. bought b. owned c. sold d. proceeded
3. a. with b. in c. to d. by
4. a. convenience b. importance c. comfort d. condition
5. a. that b. which c. where d. this
6. a. days out b. out days c. off days d. days off
7. a. light b. rise c. shine d. brighten
8. a. somewhat b. somewhere c. somehow d. someway
X. Read the text carefully. Decide if the statements are true (T) or false (F) and choose
the correct answers.
The Temple of Literature was constructed in 1070 under Ly Thanh Tong’s dynasty to honor
Confucius at first and celebrate the doctorates and high rank scholars of Vietnam. In 1076, King
Ly Nhan Tong continued the work and built Quoc Tu Giam as the first university of Vietnam.
The temple is divided into five court yards, each with its own significance and history. The
first courtyard stretches from the main gate to Dai Trung gate. The second stands out with Khue
Van Cac pavilion. The third courtyard is where doctors’ names were engraved on stelae above
tortoise backs. There are a total of 82 stelae, with names and origins of 1307 doctors,
corresponding to 82 examination courses from 1442 to 1779. The fourth courtyard is dedicated
for Confucius and his 72 honored students, as well as Chu Van An - a famous teacher known
for his devotion to teaching. This is also where local authorities choose to honor outstanding
students in Hanoi nowadays, like those with top entrance results to university or top graduation
outcomes. The last and also furthest courtyard is Thai Hoc house, which used to be Quoc Tu
Giam - the first university of Vietnam.
After more than 900 years of existence, the Temple of Literature is an example of well-
preserved traditional Vietnamese architecture. Along the pass are 100-year-old trees that have
witnessed the ups and downs of history.
1. The construction of the Temple of Literature took place in 1076.
2. Quoc Tu Giam is considered to be the first university of Vietnam.
3. The names and places of birth of doctors were carved on tortoise backs.
4. Chu Van An used to be a teacher at Quoc Tu Giam.
5. The Temple of Literature has now lost most of its traditional Vietnamese architecture.
6. What does the text mainly discuss?
a. The location of the Temple of Literature.
b. The origin of the Temple of Literature.
c. The structure of the Temple of Literature.
d. The first university of Vietnam.
7. The word “stelae” in the second paragraph is closest in meaning to .
a. tombstones b. trophies c. records d. pillars
8. It can be inferred from the passage that .
a. Confucius was the first teacher of Quoc Tu Giam.
b. the Temple of Literature is an important historic site in Vietnam.
c. Quoc Tu Giam is located far away from the Temple of Literature.
d. Vietnamese people highly appreciate the talent of scholars.
XI. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence.
1. You should use less paper to protect the environment.
→ If I ________________________________________________________________________
2. There has been a sharp increase in the number of skyscrapers built in Hanoi this year.
→ The number of ______________________________________________________________
3. He suggested visiting Moc Chau to learn about Thai and H’mong people.
→ What about _________________________________________________________________
4. They believe that touching the head of a Buddha statue is a sign of disrespect.
→ It _________________________________________________________________________
5. It’s a pity I can’t get my visa extended.
→ I wish _____________________________________________________________________
6. “Please follow my instructions if you want to pass this module,” my teacher said.
→ My teacher told me __________________________________________________________
7. They had been on board before he arrived at the airport.
→ As soon as _________________________________________________________________
8. How long has you possessed that Chanel bag?
→ When _____________________________________________________________________
9. “Why do I have to conduct this research?” she asked me.
→ She asked me_______________________________________________________________
10. He needs to talk to psychologist about his current situation.
→ It is _______________________________________________________________________