1. Read the passage and fill in each gap with a suitable word from the list. (1m)

Toronto is one of the world’s most (a)................. cities. Almost half of its population are immigrants. You’ll hear more than 140 languages and dialects (b) ..............on the streets in this “City of Neighborhoods”. It’s the most populous city in Canada. Visit Toronto, and one of the first things you’ll (c) ............... is that the city’s appeal lies in its citizens’ friendliness: ask for directions, and you’ll be helped. Although Toronto’s (d) .....................is partially moderated by its Great Lakes location, with somewhat hotter summers and considerably colder winters. Summertime  in Toronto is festival time.

*Part 2: Read the passage and fill each blank with a word from the box. There is one extra word.

Queenstown is one of New Zealand’s top visitor (1) …………………. and if you come to the region you’ll understand why. In winter, scenery- packed Queenstown is a base for skiers and snowboarders. At other times of the year, it’s a place for adventure and indulgence. The resort town of Queenstown is sophisticated and (2) ………………….  scenic. Its lake and mountain landscape is suited to almost any kind (3) ………………….  adventure; but Queenstown is just as well-known as a place for indulgence. The area’s history is intertwined with gold. In 1862, two sheep shearers struck it rich (4) ………………….  the edge of the Shotover River. The ensuring gold rush town was named Queenstown because ‘it…was fit for Queen Victoria’. Adventure activities (5) …………………. snow sports, bungy jumping, jet boating, horse trekking and river rafting. Indulgent experiences include exceptional food and wine, lake cruises, spa treatments, boutique shopping and leisurely games of golf.

IX. Read the following passage and fill in each blank with a suitable word or phrase from the box. There is ONE word/phrase that you don’t need.

reuse      electricity       water       plastic      free       picking up

Our planet is in big trouble – animals are disappearing, the sea and the air are dirty. But there are many different things we can do to protect the environment. First, recycle everything you can. Don’t throw away plastic bottles, glass jars, cardboard boxes or cans. We can (1) _______ them to store food, toys or grow flowers. Second, why not walk or cycle to school or work? It’s (2) _______, good exercise and good for the environment. Third, don’t waste (3) _______. Switch the lights off when you leave the room. And keep the city clean by (4) _______ litter off the streets. When you go shopping, bring your own bags instead of taking (5) _______ bags. Together we can make a big difference and help save the planet.

II/ Fill each blank with a suitable word to complete the passage
from      better      producing       than
country       crowded        up        running
If you live in a city, you will probably see many people, hear the noise of traffic, and smell the pollution (1)____cars and factories. We are living in a new era in the history of the world. Before this, most people were farmes. They lived in small communities in the (2)___. Now many people are leaving the farms and moving into the cities. They are looking for (3)____jobs. As a result, the cities are growing very quickly. Most cities are becoming more (4)____. People are driving more cars, burning more fuel, using more water, eating more food, making more garbage, and (5)___more things in factories rgan ever before. Life in modern cities can bring many opportunities, but also I many difficulties. The authorities are trying to plan for a better future. They are building new roads, putting (6)____new houses, looking for more water sources, and limiting growth in certain areas. But people are still crowding into the cities fasster (7)_____the cities can take them. The cities are (8)_____out of space. There are bo easy answer to this problem

IV. Reading
1 Read the passage and fill in each gap with ONE suitable word from the list
probably - region - because - villages - likely - cities
I like city life because of the diversity of things you can do. For example, you are more (1)____ find better jobs in metropolitan (2)___. So, if you're a city dweller you don't have to go another (3)____ to find work. You'll be able to earn money without leaving your family behind. This is (4)___ the biggest reason why I will never give up livibg in the city

IV. Reading
1 Read the passage and fill in each gap with ONE suitable word from the list
probably - region - because - villages - likely - cities
I like city life because of the diversity of things you can do. For example, you are more (1)____ find better jobs in metropolitan (2)___. So, if you're a city dweller you don't have to go another (3)____ to find work. You'll be able to earn money without leaving your family behind. This is (4)___ the biggest reason why I will never give up livibg in the city

IV. Read the passage
A. Read the passage and fill in each gap with ONE suitable word from the list
education - grades - reponsibilities
competition - decision - confident
Dealing with pressures and stress in middle school can be difficult. The pressure may be to make friends, earm good (1)____, excel in Middle school students face  pressure to keep their grades up every day. Theu are in a(n) (2)____with their peers to be the best and the brightestin everything
During the teenage years, children will feel the pressure to grow up. No longer will they be able to act like a child and not worry about (3)_____. Their parents should help them make this transition from a child to an adult easy and teach them to make wise (4)____
Prepare the for the word ahead of them and don't let go completety at once. Gradually let the growing up occur

I. Fill in the blank with the word or phrase in the following passage.

The country and the city have advantages and (1)______. People in the country live in more beautiful
surroundings. They enjoy (2) ______ and quietness, and can do their work at their (3) ______ pace because no
one is in a (4) ______. They live in larger, more comfortable houses, and their neighbours are more friendly,
and ready to help them (5) ______ they need it. their life. However, can be (6) ______ and they may be isolated,
which is a serious problem (7)______ they are ill or want to take children to school.
The city has all the services that the country lacks, but it (8) ______ has a lot of disadvantages. Cities are often
polluted. They not (9)______ have polluted air but also have noisy streets. Everyone is always in a hurry and
this (10) ______ that people have no time to get to know each other and make friends.

Read the passage and fill in each blank with an appropriate word from the box:

I live in a village (1) ________ Mekong River. Every day, like most of my friends, I walk to school. It is three kilometers away. After (2)__________, I often help my mother to collect water from the river and feed the chickens. At the weekend, the (3)__________ often gather at the community hall where there is a TV. The adults watch TV, but more often they talk about their farm work and exchange news. The children run around playing games and shouting merrily. (4) _________ is heard everywhere.

               My father sometimes takes me to the market town nearby where he sells our home products like vegetables, fruits, eggs... He then buys me an ice cream and lets me take a ride on the electric train in the town square. I love those trips.

               On starry nights, we children lie on the grass, looking at the sky and daring each other to find the Milky Way. We dream of faraway places.

 Answer the questions:
1.      How far is it from his home to school?___________________________________________________

2.      Where do they often gather at weekend? ___________________________________________________

3. Does the boy like riding on the electric train in the town square?___________________________________________________

4. What do the children do on starry nights?___________________________________________________