1. The Little Saigon Tet Parade (be) to celebrate the Lunar New Year and to preserve and promote Vietnamese culture. 2. This is the first time I (visit) Sydney Opera House in Australia. 3. We (organize) successfully 3 events so far this semester. 4. Mount Rushmore (become) an iconic symbol of the United States, and has appeared in works of fiction. It (attract) over two million people annually. 5. Stonehenge (be) a legally protected Scheduled Ancient Monument since 1882. 6. The Sydney Opera House (include) a number of performance venues such as: Concert Hall, Joan Sutherland Theatre, Drama Theatre and Playhouse. 7. America's National Independence Day parade (take place) annually on July 4th at 11:45 am in Washington, D.C. 8. At the moment, Anna (take part in) the cooking contest at summer camp in New York. 9. England (be) one part of the United Kingdom. 10. Hundreds of people (parade) to celebrate Vietnamese Independence Day
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I. Read the passage and fill in the blanks with the suitable words.
The English language is the most widely spoken language in the world. It is used as either first or second language .................... (1) many countries.
During the 16th century, only about two million people spoke English. All .................... (2) them lived in what is now the United Kingdom. Over the centuries, as a result of various historical events, English has spread throughout .................... (3) world. Today, about 400 million people speak English as their native .................... (4). Most of them live in Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, .................... (5) the Unites States.
About 100 million people, chiefly living in Bangladesh, India, Pakistan and in many African .................... (6), speak English in addition to their own language. An additional 200 million people in the world probably know .................... (7) least some English. English is really an international language.
. Read the passage and complete the sentences. Circle A, B, or C.
America is known as the land of opportunity. Thousands of people immigrate to the United States every year from different parts of the world to have access to these kinds of opportunities. This is what is known as, "the American dream".
America is also home to many of the world's top colleges and universities. The California Institute of Technology is a top world-ranked college that focuses highly on science and engineering. It is located in the city of Pasadena. Harvard University is another top world-ranked college that you might be familiar with. The buildings at Harvard date all the way back to the year 1636, making Harvard the oldest university in the United States. It is located in the state of Massachusetts. University of California, Los Angeles is another institute worthy of recognition. Located next to Hollywood, UCLA has distinguished itself as a prestigious and selective university due to the number of people who apply for admission throughout the United States. The universities mentioned are but a few of the many other excellent schools that make the United States so outstanding.
1. America is called the land of __________. |
A. dream |
B. opportunity |
C. immigration |
2. The word immigrate in line 1 can be replaced by__________. |
A. come into |
B. go out of |
C. travel |
3. The California Institute of Technology __________. |
A. ranks first in the world |
B. is a university focusing on natural sciences |
C. focuses on science and engineering |
4. What is NOT true about Harvard? |
A. It was founded in 1636. |
B. It is the oldest university in the world. |
C. It is located in Massachusetts. |
5. University of California, Los Angeles __________. |
A. is in Hollywood |
B. is different from other universities |
C. has a high number of applications |
Water pollution is a major global problem which requires ongoing evaluation and
revision of water resource policy at all levels. It has been suggested that water
pollution is the leading worldwide cause of deaths and diseases, and that it accounts
for the deaths of more than 14,000 people daily. An estimated 580 people in India
die of water pollution related illness every day. About 90 percent of the water in the
cities of China is polluted. As of 2007, half a billion Chinese had no access to safe
drinking water. In addition to the acute problems of water pollution in developing
countries, developed countries also continue to struggle with pollution problems. For
example, in the most recent national report on water quality in the United States, 44
percent of assessed stream miles, 64 percent of assessed lake acres, and 30
percent of assessed bays and estuarine square miles were classified as polluted.
The head of China’s national development agency said in 2007 that one quarter the
length of China’s seven main rivers were so poisoned the water harmed the skin.
Water is typically referred to as polluted when it is impaired by anthropogenic
contaminants and either does not support a human use, such as drinking water, or
undergoes a marked shift in its ability to support its constituent biotic communities,
such as fish. Natural phenomena such as volcanoes, algae blooms, storms, and
earthquakes also cause major changes in water quality and the ecological status of
water.
1. What is the leading worldwide cause of deaths and diseases?
2. How many people die every day by water pollution?
3. How many percent of the water in the cities of China is polluted?
5. What phenomena cause major changes in water quality and the ecological status
of water?
Use the words provided in the correct forms to complete the sentences
1, The United States of America is a ........ in scientific research and ........ innovations in the world ( lead - technology)
2, Even though the ........ of the population now lives in cities, much of New Zealand's ........ , literature, and humour have rural themes (major - artist)
3, The Tower of London is a ........ castle located on the north bank of the Thames in ........ London (history - centre)
4, ........ music is a significant aspect of the nation's culture, with both ........ and modern influences (Scotland - tradition)
5, Canada is the most ........ country in the world; with 51% of ........ adults having at least one university degree (educate - Canada)
6, Beautiful ........ road trips, memorable food and wine experiences near the sea are some of the most well-known ........ of Australia (cost - attract)
Fill in each blank with the correct word from the box
1. Cardiff is the largest city and also the .......... of Wales
2. The most .......... sport in Canada is ice hockey
3. The capital city of New Zealand is Wellington ......... the largest city is Auckland
4. The Scottish Highlands are a .............. region of Scotland
5. A ................ of wildlife can be found in Scotland, including seals, mountain hare, and the golden eagle
6. Rugby is the most popular spectator sport in New Zealand ........... football ,cricket ,netball ,golf are popular among participants
7. Australia is the world's sixth largest country by ........ while Canada is the second
8. Australia has a range of different .........,including urban areas,mountain ranges,deserts and rain forest
9. The United States is a ......... country with a multicultural society
10. The US was the leading force behind the .......... of the Internet
I. Read the passage carefully, then answer the following questions
London is by far the largest city in England and the United Kingdom. 8.63 million people live in London, which is on the River Thames. It is the capital of the United Kingdom. London is the biggest city in middle Europe, and the world's largest financial centre. London was founded by the Romans in AD 43 and called Londinium. The city has a huge network of transport systems. The Victorians built a number of railway systems in the mid-19th century.
There is also the world's first underground railway system, London Underground, which is the main way commuters get into London .There are five airports, though only one is actually in London (the City Airport). Most people in London are British. However, London also has many immigrants. These people come from many different countries. Many people visit London as tourists. They may see the famous "Sights of London". These sights include palaces, churches and museums. London is one of the world's most important cities for business, finance, and politics. It is also important for culture: media, entertainment, fashion, and art.
1. Is the largest city in England and the United Kingdom also the capital of the United Kingdom?
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2. What is the population of London?.
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3. How many airports actually are there in London?
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4. When were the railway systems in London built?
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5. Do you want to visit London? Why or Why not?
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Everyday on radio, on TV, and in the newspaper, we hear, see or read about many problems in the world, for example, (0) pollution problems. Air pollution is the first kind. It mostly comes from (1) .......................... released from motorbikes, cars, airplanes, trains and poisonous gases (2) ........................... from factories. Also, waste is dumped any where, even in the city where many people are living. The second pollution problem is sea pollution. Many people earn their living from fishing in the sea, and the fish they catch feed many people. But the sea has become so polluted (3) ................................... oil spills and factory wastes that the fish are dying. This pollution is not only killing the fish, but is also affecting those people who eat fish. (4) .............................. do you find a place nowadays that is not polluted. This problem is growing more difficult everyday. We must find a good solution that can (5) ........................... the world a better place to live. |
Read the passage then answer the questions.
San Francisco has been called one of the most beautiful cities in the world.It is built on fourteenhills, with Pacific Ocean on one side, and San Francisco Bay on the other. Ach hill has a viewover the water. People of San Francisco are proud of their views. Everyone wants a house with aview. Most big cities in the United States are built on flat land. People can’t see very far. Theycan only see tall buildings. When they choose their homes, they look inside. They want a housewith pleasant room to look at. When people in San Fracisco choose their homes, they lookoutside. They want a house with a view.
1. What is San Francisco different from other big cities in the United States ?
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2. What are people of San Francisco proud of ?
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3. How do people of San Fracisco choose their homes?........................................................................................................................................................
79. Which is the best main idea of the passage ?.........................................................................................................................................................
There are 10 mistakes in the passage. Find and correct them.
Hawaii was the last state join the United States. It became the 50th state in August 21st , 1959. Hawaii is the southernmost state in the country. It also is the only state making up entirely of islands. Hawaii is nicknamed the Aloha State. Aloha is a greeting by the Hawaiian language. It can mean "hello" or "goodbye". Most Hawaiians would probably say that aloha is the expression of welcome. Million of tourists visit Hawaii to enjoy its mild climate and sparkling beaches. Hawaii is made up of 8 majority islands and 128 islets (small islands). Honolulu, where is on the island of Oahu, is the capital of Hawaii and its largest city. About three-fourth of Hawaii's people live on Oahu. About three-fourth of Hawaii's people live on Oahu. The island of Hawaii is large of the islands. It is sometimes called the Big Island