Listen again. Match the sentences with the speakers (1-3). Some sentences match with more than one speaker.

Which speaker(s)

A. were amazed by the ceremony?

B. had read about the customs before?

C. mention his/her previous trip to Việt Nam?

D. make a positive comment about the bride?

E. understand the meaning of the customs?

Read the news items again and match the highlighted words with their meanings.

Match each word/phrase on the left with its description on the right.

4. Work in pairs. Where would you buy the items in exercise 1? Match them with four of the shops and services below. Then listen and check.

(Làm việc theo cặp. Bạn sẽ mua những thứ trong bài tập 1 ở đâu? Nối chúng với bốn trong số các cửa hàng bên dưới. Sau đó nghe và kiểm tra lại?)

Shops and services (Cửa hàng và dịch vụ) baker's (tiệm bánh); bank (ngân hàng); butcher's (cửa hàng thịt); charity shop (cửa hàng từ thiện); chemist's (nhà thuốc); coffee shop (quán cà phê); clothes shop (cửa hàng quần áo); cosmetics store (cửa hàng trang điểm); deli(delicatessen) (cửa hàng đặc sản); DIY store (cửa hàng dụng cụ tự sửa chữa); estate agents (đại lý bất động sản); florist's (cửa hàng bán hoa); garden centre (trung tâm làm vườn); green grocers (cửa hàng bán rau củ quả); jeweller's (cửa hàng đá quý); launderette (hiệu giặt ủi); newsagent's (sạp báo);optician’s (phòng khám nhãn khoa); post office (bưu điện); shoe shop (cửa hàng giày); stationer's (văn phòng phẩm); takeaway (quầy bán đồ mang đi)

Listen to the talk again and complete each gap in the notes with no more than THREE words and/or a number.

TRANG AN SCENIC LANDSCAPE COMPLEX

Quick facts 

- Recognised as the first mixed World Heritage Site in (1) ______________

- Famous for its beautiful landscape and long cultural history

- Consists of (2) ______________

Natural beauty and biodiversity

- Beautiful limestone mountains, valleys, and rivers

- More than (3) _____________ of plants and 200 types of animals

Cultural heritage 

- Caves showing how (4) _____________ lived over a period of 30,000 years

- Hundreds of temples and historic pagodas

Current condition

- The landscape is not changed or damaged by human activities. 

- Most of the site is still kept in its (5) _____________, e.g. the original style of architecture.

6. Listen again. Match the tourist attractions they will visit with countries from exercise 5. Which adjectives from exercise 4 does the guide use to describe each attraction?

(Nghe lại. Ghép các điểm du lịch mà họ sẽ đến thăm với các nước trong bài tập 5. Hướng dẫn viên sử dụng tinh từ nào trong bài tập 4 để mô tả mỗi điểm du lịch?)

1. Havel's Martket   touristy

2. The Liberty Statue _____

3. The Old Harbour _____

4. The Trevi Fountain _____

V. Match the hobbies from 61 to 70 to its suitable description from A to J

_______A. The hobby has changes dramatically in recent years; many networks offer endless on-demand viewing options, and because it doesn’t require much effort, it’s an activity that many people take part in daily.

_______B. Played, heard, and loved worldwide, it brings people together. Whether it’s listening at home or taking in a concert, it can be enjoyed anywhere.

_______C. If your idea of a fun Friday night is cozying up with a book, you’re certainly not alone.  It’s accessible due to the fact that it’s inexpensive, and it allows people to explore new and exciting worlds, and expand their knowledge.

D. If you need a break from the daily grind, unwind with a fishing trip. Whether you’re doing this for food or just for fun, the hobby is a great way to relax and enjoy nature.

_______E. This hobby continues to grow in popularity, thanks to the fact that virtually anyone can participate. It doesn’t require much equipment. The hobby draws people young and old, making it an excellent intergenerational activity.

_______F. Sure, they get a bad rap, but let’s face them… people love them! There are games to suit virtually any personality and preference. It allows gamers to connect with others online.

_______G. Whether it’s a trip across the ocean or exploring the next town over, it is an exciting hobby virtually anyone can participate in. From the planning stage to the trip itself, it gives folks something to look forward to, along with a brief escape from reality.

_______H. There’s comfort in being surrounded by the things we love, which is one reason why it is such a popular activity. From stamps and coins to action figures and dolls, there are countless collecting options.

_______I. Creativity is universal, and so is the art of crafting. There are many avenues crafters can take, from knitting and crochet to paper crafts and beading.

_______J. Many people work to produce food, while others appreciate that it passes the time and offers a sense of accomplishment. Some folks enjoy giving others food from their work, and others sell produce for extra cash.

V. Match the headlines from 56 to 60 to its suitable description from A to E

56. How to Use Less Paper

57. Save Fuel

58. How to Use Less Electricity at Home

59. Conserve Water at Home

60. How to Cut Food Waste at Home

A. Taking these steps to conserve water can make a big difference: Only wash full loads of laundry; Fill a bucket while showering and use it to water plants; Install water-efficient appliances and showerheads.

B. From production to distribution, food eats up a lot of natural resources before it even finds its way to your grocery cart. And once eaten, the leftover plastic wrappers, cardboard boxes and uneaten scraps find

a more permanent home in the landfill, emitting greenhouse gasses as they slowly decompose. Here are a few tips for eco-friendly eating: Plan your weekly meals to waste less food; Only buy food on your shopping list; Start a compost pile; Start a community garden.

C. There’s no doubt that the emissions from traffic pollute the air. Switching up your driving habits can make a bigger environmental impact than you think. Not only will you spend less money on gas, but you will also significantly reduce your carbon footprint.

D. It’s crammed into your mail box, piled on your desk and sometimes recycled. But more often than not, unread mail, old phonebooks and other paper products sit in landfills, while more and more forests are cut down each year to produce even more products. Here’s how you can limit your paper use: Switch to online bill pay; Opt out of junk mail subscriptions; Think before you print; Recycle according to your local guidelines.

E. The byproducts of power plants can have a negative impact on the environment and human health. Limiting your family’s electricity use can make a big difference, while also saving you money. Here’s a few ways you can conserve electricity at home: Unplug chargers and appliances when not in use; Open your windows instead of running the A/C; Close shades during sunny hours; Turn lights off before leaving your home.