Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each numbered blank.

           The railway system in Viet Nam was first built in 1899, when Viet Nam was still a French colony. The total __( 28 )__ of the railroad is over 3,000 km, with the main route being the North-South __( 29 )__, which is 1,726 km long. This track was considered the backbone of Indochina at the time. Now, the rail system covers 35 out of the 63 cities and provinces of Viet Nam.

  However, the system was __( 30 )__ damaged by bombings during the war. In 1975, after the reunification of the north and the south, the Vietnamese government decided to restore the system. In the space of a year, hundreds of bridges, tunnels, and stations were restored, along with 660 km of tracks. The new and improved system was __( 31 )__ the Thong Nhat Express. Thanks to the rail system, travelling from north to south has become much more convenient for tens of thousands of people. In the past, in order to be able to buy train tickets people had to wait in long lines. Now, __( 32 )__ can buy tickets online, or at the central station, without having to wait that long.

Question28: A.  wide B.  long C.  will D.  length

Question29: A.  Way B.  Route C.  Road D.  Railway

Question30: A.  seriously B.  very C.  importantly D.  serious

Question31: A.  recalled     B.  considered C.  renamed D.  known

Question32: A.  visitors B.  buyers C.  passengers          D.  attendants

Choose the word or phrase in the box which has the same meaning as the underlined word/phrase in each of the following sentences
Coffee stone tortoises Da Nang Ha Noi Sai Gon educational institution
Viet Nam
1, The Vietnamese are aspecially proud of their historic capital city. The old quarter of Ha Noi dates backs to the 11th century
2, Ha Noi's peaceful'Van Mieu', or Temple of Literature, is Viet Nam's oldest educational institution. The Confucius inspired university was established for the education of mandarins
3, Around the central courtyard of Van Mieu stand 82 stone tortoises. These beautiful ancient scuptures were built to honour the men who received doctorates in triennial examinations
4, While most tourists neglect Viet Nam's fourth-largest city in favour of nearby Hue and Hoi An, it has considerable charm in its own right
5, Another tourists' favourite is Sai Gon which was renamed Ho Chi Minh City following its fall in 1975. However, the old name is still used by both Vietnamese and foreigners, especially when referring to the most central part of the city
6, The Vietnamese love a good cup of coffee. In the central market of Sai Gon, many small shops offer samples of the favourite beverage, individually brewed with a small metal French drip filter, and served with condensed milk

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

The 22nd Southeast Asian Games were held in Viet Nam from the 5th to 13th December, 2003. Although it was the first time Viet Nam hosted such a big sports event, the Games were a great success. The Games really became a festival that impressed sports enthusiasts with its spirit: solidarity, co-operation for peace and development.

Athletes from 11 participating countries competed in 32 sports, and 444 gold medals were won. Some teams such as table tennis, badminton, karate, volleyball, basketball and wrestling were composed of top competitors in the region. Many Games records were close to international levels. Viet Nam won 158 gold medals to finish at the top of the Southeast Asian Games medal standings. Thailand ranked second with 90 golds, and Indonesia was third with only 55 golds. Singapore and Viet Nam were the two nations which had participants who were presented with the Most Outstanding Athlete titles in the Swimming and Shooting events. The Vietnamese Women's Football team successfully defended the SEA Games title. Viet Nam and Thailand played in the Men's Football Final. The Thai Team won the gold medal. In other sports such as karate, athletics, bodybuilding and wushu, the young and energetic Vietnamese athletes performed excellently and won a lot of gold medals.

Viet Nam's first place finish was not surprising. Firstly, to prepare for the 22nd SEA Games, Viet Nam carried out an intensive programme for its athletes, which included training in facilities, both home and abroad. Secondly, with the strong support of their countrymen, the Vietnamese athletes competed in high spirits. The country's success has proved that Viet Nam can organise sporting events on an international level. A plan has been proposed for Viet Nam to host the Asia Sports Games at some point in the future.

The word "title" in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to ____.

A. power

B. label

C. headline

D. trophy

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

The 22nd Southeast Asian Games were held in Viet Nam from the 5th to 13th December, 2003. Although it was the first time Viet Nam hosted such a big sports event, the Games were a great success. The Games really became a festival that impressed sports enthusiasts with its spirit: solidarity, co-operation for peace and development.

Athletes from 11 participating countries competed in 32 sports, and 444 gold medals were won. Some teams such as table tennis, badminton, karate, volleyball, basketball and wrestling were composed of top competitors in the region. Many Games records were close to international levels. Viet Nam won 158 gold medals to finish at the top of the Southeast Asian Games medal standings. Thailand ranked second with 90 golds, and Indonesia was third with only 55 golds. Singapore and Viet Nam were the two nations which had participants who were presented with the Most Outstanding Athlete titles in the Swimming and Shooting events. The Vietnamese Women's Football team successfully defended the SEA Games title. Viet Nam and Thailand played in the Men's Football Final. The Thai Team won the gold medal. In other sports such as karate, athletics, bodybuilding and wushu, the young and energetic Vietnamese athletes performed excellently and won a lot of gold medals.

Viet Nam's first place finish was not surprising. Firstly, to prepare for the 22nd SEA Games, Viet Nam carried out an intensive programme for its athletes, which included training in facilities, both home and abroad. Secondly, with the strong support of their countrymen, the Vietnamese athletes competed in high spirits. The country's success has proved that Viet Nam can organise sporting events on an international level. A plan has been proposed for Viet Nam to host the Asia Sports Games at some point in the future.

What is the writer's main purpose in writing this passage?

A. To explain the reasons why 22nd Sea Games was organised in Viet Nam.

B. To express the writer's love and how much he is proud of the country's success.

C. To introduce top competitors in the region and their ranking in the Games.

D. To show Vietnamese's ability in organising international sporting events.

1/ Use the correct form of the words in brakets to complete the following passage.

Le Van Thiem - the founder of contemporary mathematics in Viet Nam

Le van Thiem was born in 1918 in Ha Tinh, Viet Nam , in an intellectual family. He was the (young)______ of 13 brothers and sisters. He was the first Vietnamese to earn a "modern" doctoral degree. In 1939, after passing the final examinations with excellent marks, Le van Thiem was offered a scholarship to study in Paris, France. His (contribute)__________ in Paris placed him among the best young (research)_________ in mathematics in the 1940s

In 1949, he returned to Viet Nam to take part in our country's struggle for (independent)______________. In 1951, he founded a teacher training college and a college of fundamental sciences in Viet Bac with the aim of providing the country with qualified teachers and (technique)____________

After 1954 he was the first director of Viet Nam Institute of Mathematics, the first Headmaster of Ha Noi National University of Education and Ha Noi University of Science. Together with other (mathematics)____________, such as Hoang Tuy, Ta Quang Buu, Professor Le Van Thiem founded two Vietnamese (mathematics)____________ research journals in foreign languages, and he was also one of the (found)_______ of the journal "Mathematics and Youth''. He died in 1991 in Ho Chi Minh City

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1/ Use the correct form of the words in brakets to complete the following passage.

Le Van Thiem - the founder of contemporary mathematics in Viet Nam

Le van Thiem was born in 1918 in Ha Tinh, Viet Nam , in an intellectual family. He was the (young)______ of 13 brothers and sisters. He was the first Vietnamese to earn a "modern" doctoral degree. In 1939, after passing the final examinations with excellent marks, Le van Thiem was offered a scholarship to study in Paris, France. His (contribute)__________ in Paris placed him among the best young (research)_________ in mathematics in the 1940s

In 1949, he returned to Viet Nam to take part in our country's struggle for (independent)______________. In 1951, he founded a teacher training college and a college of fundamental sciences in Viet Bac with the aim of providing the country with qualified teachers and (technique)____________

After 1954 he was the first director of Viet Nam Institute of Mathematics, the first Headmaster of Ha Noi National University of Education and Ha Noi University of Science. Together with other (mathematics)____________, such as Hoang Tuy, Ta Quang Buu, Professor Le Van Thiem founded two Vietnamese (mathematics)____________ research journals in foreign languages, and he was also one of the (found)_______ of the journal "Mathematics and Youth''. He died in 1991 in Ho Chi Minh City

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Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

The 22nd Southeast Asian Games were held in Viet Nam from the 5th to 13th December, 2003. Although it was the first time Viet Nam hosted such a big sports event, the Games were a great success. The Games really became a festival that impressed sports enthusiasts with its spirit: solidarity, co-operation for peace and development.

Athletes from 11 participating countries competed in 32 sports, and 444 gold medals were won. Some teams such as table tennis, badminton, karate, volleyball, basketball and wrestling were composed of top competitors in the region. Many Games records were close to international levels. Viet Nam won 158 gold medals to finish at the top of the Southeast Asian Games medal standings. Thailand ranked second with 90 golds, and Indonesia was third with only 55 golds. Singapore and Viet Nam were the two nations which had participants who were presented with the Most Outstanding Athlete titles in the Swimming and Shooting events. The Vietnamese Women's Football team successfully defended the SEA Games title. Viet Nam and Thailand played in the Men's Football Final. The Thai Team won the gold medal. In other sports such as karate, athletics, bodybuilding and wushu, the young and energetic Vietnamese athletes performed excellently and won a lot of gold medals.

Viet Nam's first place finish was not surprising. Firstly, to prepare for the 22nd SEA Games, Viet Nam carried out an intensive programme for its athletes, which included training in facilities, both home and abroad. Secondly, with the strong support of their countrymen, the Vietnamese athletes competed in high spirits. The country's success has proved that Viet Nam can organise sporting events on an international level. A plan has been proposed for Viet Nam to host the Asia Sports Games at some point in the future.

According to the passage, what is NOT true about the 22nd Southeast Asian Games?

A. There were 11 countries participating in.

B. Many athletes had broken the world records.

C. Indonesia ranked higher than Singapore.

D. Vietnamese Women's Football team won gold medal.

2. Read the passage and choose the correct answers (A, B, C or D) to fill in the blanks.

My name is Mike and I’m a Vietnamese-American. Last February, I travelled to Viet Nam (1) ______ my parents to celebrate Tet holiday. It was my first time being in Viet Nam and meeting my grandmother. She (2) ______me a lot about Vietnamese culture, about things I should and shouldn’t do on Tet holiday. I should wear new and beautiful clothes to bring luck; however, they shouldn’t be white or black. Children should (3) ______adults with a ‘Happy New Year’ and best wishes. On the other hand, sweeping your house is another thing to avoid as it symbolizes luck and money flowing out of your house. (4) ______ up at people s houses uninvited on the first day of Tet is considered rude. Luckily, I don’t have any friends in Viet Nam (5) ______that won’t be a problem.

1.   A. by                              B. with                                 C. beside                             D. after

2.   A. teaches                     B. taught                             C. is teaching                     D. has taught

3.   A. say                            B. learn                               C. greet                                D. write

4.   A. Show                        B. To show                         C. Showed                          D. Showing

5.   A. so                              B. but                                   C. or                                     D. since

V. Read the following passage and choose the best option (A, B, C or D) to complete the passage.

Tet is the biggest festival in Viet Nam. It takes place in the first lunar month of the year; it’s a time for family reunion. To (36) _____________ Tet, Vietnamese people make many tasty (37)______________ foods. The most important food includes Chung cakes, sausages, boiled chicken, spring rolls, and sticky rice. Chung cake is made of sticky rice, pork, green beans and other spices, wrapped in the green leaves; therefore, this cake needs a lot of (38) _____________. This cake can be kept for a long time, even though the weather is often humid during Tet. Other significant food that can’t be missed to (39) ______________ the ancestors are sausages, spring rolls and sticky rice. Because sausages are difficult to make, people often buy them from famous suppliers. (40) _____________, sticky rice and spring rolls are easier to prepare and must be served immediately after they are cooked, so they are often made at home.

47. A. traditional.B. worship ​​C. preparation​D. celebrate

48. A. traditional​​B. worship ​​C. preparation​D. However 49. A. celebrate​ ​B. preparation ​C. However​ ​D. traditional 50. A. traditional ​​B. celebrate​​C. worship​​D. preparation 51. A. worship ​​B. preparation​C. traditional ​D. However