Being overshadowed by Ha Long Bay to the north, Cat Ba Island is often left out of the itineraries of the majority of travellers coming to Viet Nam. Nevertheless, Cat Ba Island is one of the most underrated destinations in Viet Nam. The massive island of Cat Ba is a fantastic destination for ecotourism and adventure activities in Northern Viet Nam. Cat Ba National Park, which was established on 31st March 1986, is one of the most ecologically diverse national parks in Viet Nam. The park possesses seven different ecosystems, both underwater and inland. It is home to thirty- two types of mammals, along with seventy bird species, and more than a thousand species of plants, hundreds of which can be used as medicines. There are several different hiking and trekking routes through rugged and forested mountain within Cat Ba National Park. These routes are also divided by different levels of difficulty, so travellers don’t have to be worried if their fitness is not very good. In addition, travellers can take a side visit to explore the exquisite Trung Trang cave, or discover the traditional village of Viet Hai.
23: Cat Ba Island is suitable for ………. .
A. ecotourism and adventure activities
B. many indoor activities
C. scientific research and exploration 
D. experiencing urban life
24: Which of the following is NOT TRUE about Cat Ba National Park according to the passage?
A. Cat Ba National Park was established in 1986.
B. There are seven different ecosystems in Cat Ba National Park.
C. Hiking and trekking Cat Ba National Park requires a high level of fitness.
D. It is one of the most diverse national parks in Viet Nam.
25: Many travelers choose not to visit Cat Ba Island because ………. .
A. It is too far from Ha Long.
B. there is too much rain there
C. it is not a good destination for tourism 
D. they think Ha Long Bay is much better
26: Which of the following can be used as medicines?31
A. birds
B. mammals, birds and plants
C. plants
D. mammals
27: The word “rugged” in the passage is closest meaning to ………. .
A. flat
B. even
C. uneven
D. smooth

The Tay are the earliest known ethnic minority in Viet Nam. They are believed to have arrived from inland South East Asia (1) _________ 500 BC. The Tay mostly settle in the plains of the north of Viet Nam (2) ______build their villages at the foot of a mountain. The Tay villagers mainty live in houses built on the ground. Their families are small and the father is the owner of the family. Children (3) _______school at six years of age and study the Vietnamese language. Young people can choose their own marriage partners. Ancestor worship is a religious rite of the Tay. The altars for the (4) __________are placed in the center of the house. The Tay have developed agricultural practices quite well and are able to cultivate wet rice and other vegetables. Today, the Tay have been primarily assimilated into the Vietnamese society.

1. A. in                       B. on                           C. of                           D. about

2. A. but                     B. and                         C. although                D. nevertheless

3. A. begin                 B. end                         C. go                           D. study

4. A. men                   B. ancestors              C. Saint                      D. God

Choose the correct word A, B, C or D for each gap to complete the following passage:

Viet Nam is a multi- cultural country with 54 ethnic groups living together. The Viet (or Kinh) people account (1)… about 87% of the country’s population. They(2)… inhabit the low land and deltals. The other 53 ethnic minority groups (3)…. scattered over mountainous areas, from the North to the South.The ethnic groups in Viet Nam (4)…. different languages, yet they live close to each other.(5)…. they are involved in cultural exchange, they keep retaining the identity of their own culture.

Question 5:

A. Although

B. Because

C. if

D. Despite

Choose the correct word A, B, C or D for each gap to complete the following passage:

Viet Nam is a multi- cultural country with 54 ethnic groups living together. The Viet (or Kinh) people account (1)… about 87% of the country’s population. They(2)… inhabit the low land and deltals. The other 53 ethnic minority groups (3)…. scattered over mountainous areas, from the North to the South.The ethnic groups in Viet Nam (4)…. different languages, yet they live close to each other.(5)…. they are involved in cultural exchange, they keep retaining the identity of their own culture.

Question 1:

A. at

B. in

C. for

D. about

Choose the correct word A, B, C or D for each gap to complete the following passage:

Viet Nam is a multi- cultural country with 54 ethnic groups living together. The Viet (or Kinh) people account (1)… about 87% of the country’s population. They(2)… inhabit the low land and deltals. The other 53 ethnic minority groups (3)…. scattered over mountainous areas, from the North to the South.The ethnic groups in Viet Nam (4)…. different languages, yet they live close to each other.(5)…. they are involved in cultural exchange, they keep retaining the identity of their own culture.

Question 4:

A. say

B. talk

C. tell

D. speak

Choose the correct word A, B, C or D for each gap to complete the following passage:

Viet Nam is a multi- cultural country with 54 ethnic groups living together. The Viet (or Kinh) people account (1)… about 87% of the country’s population. They(2)… inhabit the low land and deltals. The other 53 ethnic minority groups (3)…. scattered over mountainous areas, from the North to the South.The ethnic groups in Viet Nam (4)…. different languages, yet they live close to each other.(5)…. they are involved in cultural exchange, they keep retaining the identity of their own culture.

Question 2:

A. mainly

B. primarily

C. wholly

D. particularly

Choose the correct word A, B, C or D for each gap to complete the following passage:

Viet Nam is a multi- cultural country with 54 ethnic groups living together. The Viet (or Kinh) people account (1)… about 87% of the country’s population. They(2)… inhabit the low land and deltals. The other 53 ethnic minority groups (3)…. scattered over mountainous areas, from the North to the South.The ethnic groups in Viet Nam (4)…. different languages, yet they live close to each other.(5)…. they are involved in cultural exchange, they keep retaining the identity of their own culture.

Question 3:

A. is

B. are

C. was

D. be

XIII.Rearrange the words to make meaningful sentences
1.12 portions/contaims/of/boneless and skinless fish/This box
2.has/Viet Nam/from the North/more than/to the South/100 kinds of che
3.collecting/are/His hobbies/and taking/postcars/photographs
4.several/The new museum/big sculptures of/people and animals/has
5.healthy lifestyle/includes/A/a nutritious diet/and good personal hygiene/having
6.is/teachers and pupils/good relatiship/between/the school/there/at/a
7.wasn't/Music history/as/as/it has become/over the years/interesting
8.fruits and vegetables./If/lots of/you eat/you/drink/need to/ much water/may not