2. Write sentences using the correct comparative form of the adjectives in brackets. How do you say than in your language? 

(Viết câu sử dụng dạng so sánh hơn đúng của tính từ trong ngoặc. “than” trong tiếng Việt có nghĩa là gì?)

New York /is/ than / Washington. (big)

=> New York is bigger than Washington. 

(New York lớn hơn Washington.)

1. It's / here / than / in my country. (expensive)

2. The weather today / is/than / it was yesterday. (bad)

3. Why/is/ this class / than / the other class? (quiet)

4. Are / the buildings / in New York / than/the buildings in Oxford? (modern)

5. This house /is/ than / that house. (pretty)

5. USE IT! Work in pairs. Compare your opinions about some of the things in the box. Use the Key Phrases and comparative adjectives.

(Thực hành! Làm việc theo cặp. So sánh ý kiến của em về các sự vật trong khung. Sử dụng Key Phrases và tính từ so sánh hơn.)

I think Hội An is prettier than Hà Nội. - Really? I think Hà Nội is prettier.

(Tôi nghĩ Hội An đẹp hơn Hà Nội. – Thật à? Tôi nghĩ Hà Nội đẹp hơn.)

II. There is one mistake in each sentence. Identify the mistake and write your answer in the space provided. (1.,0 point)

1. Louise is the more capable of the three girls who have tried out for the part

                        A                        B                           C                                        

 in the play.

      D

2. We had better to review this chapter carefully because we will have some

                                A                                  B                                                                   

questions on it on our test tomorrow.

                   C         D

3. The little boy’s mother bought him a five-speeds racing bicycle for his birthday.

     A                                                B              C                                 D

4. My brother doesn’t care how much does the car cost because he is going to buy 

          A                                                             B                  C                  D

it any way.

5. They happily looked at their  children  to play in the yard.

                       A                              B            C              D

 Read the following passage and write T (True) or F (False) for each statement.

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 Eas t 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 Comer. Sit on the green grass and try England’s favourite food — fish and chips. 

1. There are lots of theatres, parks and historical places in the City of London.

2. The Port of London is in the East End of London.

3. Working people live and work in the West End of London.

4. The “Odeon” is a famous museum in London.

5. People go to Oxford Street to buy clothes and souvenirs. 6. People from all over the world don’t buy clothes, shoes, toys and souvenirs in London

III. Read the following passage and write T (True) or F (False) for each statement.

      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 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 Comer. Sit on the green grass and try England’s favourite food – fish and chips.

G. WRITING

I. Write questions for the underlined parts.

1.   A:_________________________________________________________________________

      B: The capital of Korea is Seoul.

2.   A:_________________________________________________________________________

      B: Seoul is located in the northwest corner of South Korea.

3.   A:_________________________________________________________________________

      B: Seoul was founded as the capital of Korea in 1394.

4.   A:_________________________________________________________________________

      B: The population of Seoul is about 9.8 million.

5.   A:_________________________________________________________________________

      B: The weather in Seoul is warm and humid in the summer but cold and snowy in the winter.

6.   A:_________________________________________________________________________

      B: There are 27 bridges across Han River throughout the city.

7.   A:_________________________________________________________________________

      B: N Seoul Tower is the best attraction in Seoul.

8.   A:_________________________________________________________________________

      B: K-pop appeals to youngsters because of its unique, quirky costumes, dance moves and catchy songs.

II.  Write sentences, using the clues given.

1.   there/ be/ steady/ increase/ demand/ hotel accommodation/ since 1998

      ___________________________________________________________________________

2.   these days/ more/ more/ people/ be/ suffer/ air pollution

      ___________________________________________________________________________

3.   I/ never/ read/ such/ romantic story/ this/ before

      ___________________________________________________________________________

4.   she/ spend/ most/ time/ surf/ net/ information/ the next trip

      ___________________________________________________________________________

5.   Van Gogh/ have/ major Influence/ development/ modern painting

      ___________________________________________________________________________

6.   despite/ Brexit,/ London/ remain/ one/ most/ open/ cosmopolitan/ city/ the world

      ___________________________________________________________________________

7.   the house/ that/ we/ rent/ London/ last year / be/ fully/ furnish

      ___________________________________________________________________________

8.   people/ face/ large/ amount/ environmental problems/ every day

B. In pairs, write four sentences comparing shopping online with shopping in a store. Use these adjectives in the comparative form. 

(Hoạt động theo cặp, viết bốn câu so sánh về việc mua sắm trực tuyến và mua sắm trong cửa hàng. Sử dụng những tính từ này ở dạng so sánh hơn.)

1. safe ____________________________________________

2. quick ___________________________________________

3. cheap ___________________________________________

4. easy ____________________________________________