PART C : READING
I Read the passage and write T/F
London is the biggest city in Britain. More than 7 million people live and work there. It is one of the most important cities in the world. It is a centre for business and for tourism. London consists of three parts: The City of London, the East End and the West End. In the City of London there are many banks, offices and Stocks Exchange. In the West End we can see many historical places, parks, shops and theatres. It is the world of rich people and money. The East End is the district where working peole live and work.
The Port of London is also there. You can have a very good time in this city. You can visit different cinemas, theatres and museums. The "Odeon" is one of the most famous cinemas of the country. The most famous museums are: The British Museum and thr Tate Gallery, There are many shops in London. Oxford Street is London's main shopping centre. People from all over the world buy clothes, shoese, toys and souvenirs there. The street is more than a mile long. The best known departments are Selfridges and John Lewis. The largest park in Lodon is Hyde Park with its Speaker's Comer. Sit on the green grass and try England's favourite food-fish and chips.
.........1 London is the capital and the second biggest city in Britain
.........2 There are more than 7 million people living and working in London
.........3 London is the center of many banks, offices and Stocks Exchange
.........4 Working peole live and work in the West End
IV. Read the passage
London is the biggest city in Britain. More than 7 milion people live the for work there. It is one of the most important cities in the world. It is a centre for business and for tourism. London consists of three parts : The City of London, the East End and the West End. In the City of London there are many banks, offices and Stocks Exchange. In the West End we can see many historical places, parks, shops and theatres. It is the world of rich people and money. The East End is the district where working people live and work. The Port of London is also there. You can have a very good time in this city. You can visit different cinemas, theatres and museums. The "Odeon" is one of the most famous cinemas of the country. The most famous museums are : The British Museum and the Tate Gallery. There are many shops in London. Oxford street is London's main shopping centre. People from all over the world buy clothes, shoes, toys and souvenirs there. The street is more than a mile long. The best known departments are Selfridges and John Lewis. The largest park in London is Hyde Park with its Speaker's Corrner. Sit on the green grass and try England's favourite food - fish and chips
A. With True or False
1 There are lots of theatres, parks and historical places in the City of London ___
2 Working people live and work in the West End of London ___
3 The "Odeon" is a famous museum in London ___
4 People go to Oxford street to buy clothes and souvenirs ___
B. Fill in the blank with NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS in the passage
1 The Port of London is in____of London
2____ is more than a mile long
3 Fish and chips are ___
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?
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2. What is the population of the Greater Toronto Area?
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3. What makes Toronto proud of itself?
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4. What is one of the first things in Toronto that appeals tourists?
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5. Which of Toronto proudly displays the country’s history?
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6. How is the climate in Toronto?
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7. When is the festival time in Toronto?
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8. How many visitors does the city greet in Caribana festival?
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II. Use the correct form of the words in brackets
1. A handicraft is a thing which is …......................... made with one’s hands. (skill)
2. Tokyo is one of the most ...........……….……….cities in the world . (life )
3. Public transport in Australia is convenient and ……………..….. if you can go by bus,
by train or light rail. (rely).
4. The boys don’t play football as ……................ as they used to be. (good)
5. Generation gap is always facing the problems of…......................... …., communication, feelings, thoughts,…. (behave)
6. He thinks joining in an English Speaking Club will help him to communicate with foreigners ...........……….……….. (confidence )
7. “ I’m really stressed out” I’ve had three …….…….. nights thinking about my exam. ( sleep)
8. The calls were mostly questions about family relationship,…………………., and physical and mental health. ( friend)
9. When you are in difficult situation, you will need adult support and,…………………., to make informed decision and overcome stress. ( guide)
10. Many more tourists have visited Ha Long Bay since UNESCO’s ….........................…, of this beautiful spot. ( recognise)
11. Phong Nha - Ke Bang can be compared to a precious….................….museum.(geology)
12. Ha Long Bay, which means descending dragon, is the ….........................… heritage of the world with 1,6000 limestone islands. (nature)
13. Below Sa Pa are….........................…rice terraces in the endless valley. (picture)
20. His second............................... was broken again because of his selfishness. (marry)
21. Sometimes parents put too high .................................... on their children. (expect)
22. The hand-woven textiles were made by skilled local.........................…. (art)
23. The outdoor food markets in Viet Nam are.........................….(afford)
24. Sydney is a metropolitan and...................................…city. (multiculture)
25. His stresses often come from school pressures and ……………………………….(frustrate)
26. Did teenagers in the past ………………………………. their emotions? (public)
27. Many ethnic people in the mountains are still ………………………………...(illiteracy)
28. Adolescence is the period between ................................ and young adulthood. (child)
29. Photography is strictly …………………………….. in this museum. (forbid)
30. The man was very upset because he was …………………………in his career.(success)
Fill each of the numbered blanks in the passage with one suitable word.
WARWICK
Warwick is one of the most beautiful towns in England but one that few people visit. Warwick Castle, belonging to the Earls of Warwick, whose influence on English history has been felt (5) ………………………… the Middle Ages, welcomes thousands of visitors every year but hardly any of them go into the town; (6) ………………………… is a pity because it is not a long way away and has much to recommend it. If you have time to see the town, you should (7) ………………………… of all visit the old courthouse, (8) ………………………… there is an information center giving advice on local amenities. (9) ………………………… particular the town is renowned for its architecture, much of (10) ………………………… dates from the sixteenth century. Perhaps the most impressive building is Lord Leicester’s Hospital, founded in 1571 by the Earl of Leicester, Queen Elizabeth I’s closest friend, (11) …………………………, it is said, she once planned to marry. It costs (12) ………………………… than £3 to go in, (13) ………………………… is a bargain because, (14) ………………………… from allowing you to see the chapel and the great hall, it gives access to an excellent kitchen, where you can obtain a snack or a light meal. Elsewhere in the town St Mary's church is well (15) ………………………… a visit. It was almost all (16) ………………………… down in the Great Fire of 1694 but still contains a monument to the (17) ………………………… notorious of the earls of Warwick, (18) ………………………… achievements included being responsible for creating a saint without meaning to. This was the man who burnt Joan of Arc as a witch in 1431.
Da Nang is (1)………………………... of the most peaceful cities in Viet Nam with a lot of beautiful beaches. This is (2)……………….. wonderful place for those who love seas and enjoy fresh air. Life here is not (3)………………………... busy as that in Ho Chi Minh City. It is not only a beautiful city but (4)………………………... a safe place to live in. Every evening, (5)………………………... work, you can easily catch the sight of families riding to the beach, leaving their motorbikes on the seaside and jumping into the water. They are not afraid of losing their motorbikes. They believe that their vehicles will still be there when they come back. There is no beggar here and the air is (6)……………………….... Another good thing is the food. If you love seafood, Da Nang will be the right choice. The (7)………………………... here is very fresh and the price in cheaper than that in Ho Chi Minh City.
Da Nang has a (8)………………………... of nearly 800,000 people. The Han River flows through the city. The city part on the east bank is newest and more spacious. The city part on the west (9)………………………... is more crowed. There are five bridges across the river. The Han River Bridge is the newest one now. The cost of (10)………... in Da Nang is the lowest in Central Viet Nam. Da Nang has many beaches. Among them, Non Nuoc Beach is one of the beautiful beaches in the world.
Tìm lỗi sai và sửa lỗi
1. Last week, we traveled to our hometown by the train.
2. Many trees were planting when we visited the children.
3. Stockholm is one of the greener cities in the world.
4. One of the most serious problem now is the spread of COVID-19.
WARWICK
Warwick is one of the most beautiful towns in England but one that few people visit. Warwick Castle, belonging to the Earls of Warwick, whose influence on English history has been felt (5) ………………………… the Middle Ages, welcomes thousands of visitors every year but hardly any of them go into the town; (6) ………………………… is a pity because it is not a long way away and has much to recommend it. If you have time to see the town, you should (7) ………………………… of all visit the old courthouse, (8) ………………………… there is an information center giving advice on local amenities. (9) ………………………… particular the town is renowned for its architecture, much of (10) ………………………… dates from the sixteenth century. Perhaps the most impressive building is Lord Leicester’s Hospital, founded in 1571 by the Earl of Leicester, Queen Elizabeth I’s closest friend, (11) …………………………, it is said, she once planned to marry. It costs (12) ………………………… than £3 to go in, (13) ………………………… is a bargain because, (14) ………………………… from allowing you to see the chapel and the great hall, it gives access to an excellent kitchen, where you can obtain a snack or a light meal. Elsewhere in the town St Mary's church is well (15) ………………………… a visit. It was almost all (16) ………………………… down in the Great Fire of 1694 but still contains a monument to the (17) ………………………… notorious of the earls of Warwick, (18) ………………………… achievements included being responsible for creating a saint without meaning to. This was the man who burnt Joan of Arc as a witch in 1431.
* Read the following passage and answer the questions.
Although 80% of Australian live near cities, the cities are not as large as those in some other countries. Most people live in houses in suburbs – not in apartments. The suburbs usually have their own churches, schools and shopping centre. They also have recreational facilities. In large cities, like Sydney, the suburbs are often far from the town. Because many people commute to work, the traffic is slow and there are many traffic jams.
1. Where do most of Australian live?
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2. How are the cities in Australia?
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3. Do most people live in houses in suburbs or in apartments?
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4. Is Sydney a large city?
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5. Why are there many traffic jams?
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