UNIT 4: REMEMBERING THE PAST

PART I. VOCABULARY
a. Vocabulary
Part of
Word Pronunciation Meaning
speech
1. ancient adjective /ˈeɪnʃənt/ cổ kính, lâu đời
2. anniversary noun /ˌænɪˈvɜːsəri/ lễ kỷ niệm
3. appear verb /əˈpɪə/ xuất hiện
4. associate verb /əˈsəʊsieɪt/ liên kết
5. barefoot adjective /ˈbeəfʊt/ chân trần
6. basic adjective /ˈbeɪsɪk/ cơ bản
7. castle noun /ˈkæsl/ lâu đài
8. communal adjective /ˈkɒmjʊnl/ chung, công cộng
9. complex noun /ˈkɒmplɛks/ khu phức hợp
10.contribute verb /kənˈtrɪbjuːt/ đóng góp
11.custom noun /ˈkʌstəm/ phong tục
12.deep-rooted adjective /ˌdiːpˈruːtɪd/ lâu đời
13.effort noun /ˈɛfət/ nỗ lực
14.face to face phrase /feɪs tuː feɪs/ đối mặt
15.fish and chips noun phrase /ˌfɪʃ ən ˈtʃɪps/ cá và khoai tây rán
16.found verb /faʊnd/ thành lập
17.generation noun /ˌdʒɛnəˈreɪʃən/ thế hệ
18.heritage noun /ˈhɛrɪtɪdʒ/ di sản
19.ingredient noun /ɪnˈɡriːdiənt/ nguyên liệu
20.magnificent adjective /mæɡˈnɪfɪsənt/ tráng lệ
21.monument noun /ˈmɒnjʊmənt/ đài tưởng niệm
22.observe verb /əbˈzɜːv/ quan sát
23.occupied adjective /ˈɒkjʊpaɪd/ bị chiếm đóng
24.occupy verb /ˈɒkjʊpaɪ/ chiếm giữ
25.preserve verb /prɪˈzɜːv/ bảo tồn
26.promote verb /prəˈməʊt/ thúc đẩy
27.recognize verb /ˈrɛkəɡnaɪz/ công nhận
28.religious adjective /rɪˈlɪdʒəs/ thuộc tôn giáo
29.structure noun /ˈstrʌktʃə/ cấu trúc
30.takeaway noun /ˈteɪkəweɪ/ đồ bán sẵn
31.thanks to phrase /θæŋks tuː/ nhờ vào
32.tradition noun /trəˈdɪʃən/ truyền thống
33.well-preserved adjective /ˌwɛl prɪˈzɜːvd/ được bảo tồn tốt
34.worship verb /ˈwɜːʃɪp/ thờ cúng

PART II. GRAMMAR

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a. Past continuous
Past Continuous (Quá khứ tiếp diễn)
(+) S + was/ were + V-ing
Công (-) S + was/ were + not + V-ing
thức: (?) Was/ Were + S + V-ing?

 Diễn tả một hành động đang xảy ra tại một thời điểm trong quá
khứ.
My father was watching TV at 7 o'clock last night.
 Diễn tả những hành động xảy ra đồng thời trong quá khứ.
Cách Jim was listening to music while his mother was cooking in the kitchen.
dùng:  Diễn tả hành động đang xảy ra thì có hành động khác xen vào.

They were waiting for the bus when the accident happened.
 Diễn tả một hành động từng lặp đi lặp lại trong quá khứ và làm
phiền đến người khác.
My friends were always complaining about their wives.
at + giờ + thời gian trong quá khứ (at 5 o'clock yesterday, ...)
Dấu
at this time + thời gian trong quá khứ (at this time last year, ...)
hiệu:
in + năm quá khứ (in 2001, in 1992)
in the past

b. WISH + QKĐ
- Diễn đạt mong ước về một sự việc không có thật ở hiện tại (giả định điều ngược lại với thực tế)
hoặc sự việc không thể thực hiện ở hiện tại.
TYPE FORM MARKER
- Now, right now, at present, at the
Present Wish = If only
S + wish + S + V[2/ -ed]/ WERE moment, at once, today
(Điều ước không có thật ở
TOBE  WERE (Cho tất cả các Ex: I wish I were on the beach now
hiện tại)
ngôi)

PART III. PRACTICE

LISTENING
Exercise 1: Listen to the recording and choose the best answer A, B, C, or D for each question
below:
1. What is the speaker's grandmother's age?
A. Over 80 years old B. Over 70 years old
C. Over 90 years old D. Over 100 years old
2. What time did the speaker's grandmother use to start her day?
A. 4:00 a.m. B. 4:30 a.m. C. 5:00 a.m. D. 5:30 a.m.
3. What was the speaker's grandmother's hobby?
A. Watching television B. Reading books C. Listening to the radio D. Knitting
4. What did the family use to do in the evenings?
A. Watch movies B. Play games C. Go for walks D. Sit by the fire and talk

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5. How did the speaker's grandmother treat illnesses in the family?
A. She took them to the hospital B. She used herbs she collected
C. She gave them modern medicine D. She called a doctor

Exercise 2: Listen to the audio and decide whether those sentences are TRUE (T) or FALSE
(F):
1. Children today are more likely to play video games than ride a bike.
__________
2. Obesity rates among children have decreased since the 1960s.
__________
3. Children today are six times more likely to play video games than to ride a bike.
__________
4. Spending time outdoors can improve children's attention spans.
__________
5. Outdoor activities like soccer matches and fishing derbies are usually unsupervised.
__________

PHONETIC

Exercise 1: Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs
from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
1. A. ketchup B. complex C. generation D. observe
2. A. occupy B. castle C. common D. rice
3. A. calm B. oldest C. built D. largest
4. A. scream B. death C. ready D. peasant
5. A. traveled B. stared C. landed D. seemed
6. A. chat B. panic C. park D. passenger
7. A. frightening B. brigade C. pilot D. fire
8. A. technology B. teaching C. purchase D. lunch
9. A. ancient B. anniversary C. takeaway D. patience
10. A. promote B. associated C. shop D. show

Exercise 2: Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three
in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions.
1. A. surprise B. event C. behave D. damage
2. A. develop B. understand C. imagine D. consider
3. A. member B. future C. museum D. worship
4. A. ancient B. royal C. standard D. alive
5. A. illiterate B. communicate C. entertainment D. traditional
6. A. importance B. violence C. buffalo D. grandparent
7. A. discuss B. forget C. answer D. explain
8. A. programme B. downtown C. postman D. custom
9. A. visit B. protect C. promote D. observe

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10. A. recognize B. contribute C. occupy D. celebrate

VOCABULARY & GRAMMAR

Exercise 1: Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the
following questions.
1. The announcement from the ______ brought back memories of school days.
A. loudspeaker B. radio C. television D. computer
2. The aroma of food from the ______ reminded me of my childhood.
A. street vendors B. electricians C. doctors D. shoppers
3. Walking ______ on the beach brought back a sense of carefree summers.
A. by bus B. riding a horse C. barefoot D. by bicycle
4. Respect for elders is a ______ value in our culture.
A. giving B. deep-rooted C. customary D. popular
5. We are proud of our rich cultural ______.
A. heritage B. traditional C. customary D. traditions
6. Each ______ passes down stories and traditions to the next.
A. country B. ancestor C. generation D. ancestor-worship
7. The ceremony involved ______ at the ancestral altar.
A. pray B. tradition C. worshipping D. preserving
8. The smell of ______ took me back to seaside holidays.
A. fish and chips B. meals C. main course D. serving
9. Grandma's kitchen was filled with delicious ______ and the warmth of family.
A. meat B. dishes C. drinks D. ingredients
10. The recipe called for fresh, local ______.
A. ingredients B. foods C. wooden spoon D. dessert
11. Many ______ are passed down through generations.
A. dishes B. street food C. drinks D. traditions
12. We explored the flavors of the local ______ during our travels.
A. breakfast B. sausage C. cuisine D. meal
13. A feeling of nostalgia ______ as I looked through old photographs.
A. begin B. appeared C. finished D. disappeared
14. The house was ______ but filled with happy memories.
A. dessert B. starter C. full D. basic
15. We gathered to ______ our shared cultural heritage.
A. gets B. becoming C. celebrate D. going
16. The ancient ______ stood as a reminder of a bygone era.
A. house B. accommodation C. ceremony D. temple
17. The majestic ______ overlooked the town, steeped in history.
A. castle B. construction C. structure D. architecture
18. The historical ______ housed artifacts from centuries past.
A. association B. assembly C. concentration D. complex
19. The ancient ______ stood as silent witnesses to the passage of time.
A. monuments B. buildings C. towers D. piles

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20. The ______ of historical sites allows us to connect with our ancestors.
A. safety B. preservation C. storage D. conservation
21. The once ______ buildings now serve as museums, showcasing a bygone era.
A. controlled B. filled C. remained D. occupied
22. The ______ ceremonies transported me back to my childhood.
A. believing B. religion C. religious D. supernatural
23. The ______ architecture of the cathedral left me in awe.
A. efficient B. magnificent C. excellent D. significant
24. Sarah _____________ a book while her brother was doing his homework.
A. was reading B. is reading C. reads D. will read
25. I _____________ a new book about world history at the bookstore yesterday.
A. buy B. will buy C. was buying D. bought
26. Hoa _____________ English grammar all morning to improve her skills.
A. study B. was studying C. was study D. studying
27. We _____________ in the park when it suddenly started raining.
A. were walking B. are walking C. walk D. will walk
28. My mom _____________ dinner at seven o'clock yesterday evening.
A. were cooking B. cooked C. is cooking D. was cooking
29. We were having a barbecue in the backyard when the neighbours _____________ over.
A. were coming B. came C. come D. comed
30. The chef was cooking dinner while the waiter _____________ the tables.
A. sets B. will set C. is setting D. was setting
31. We were hiking in the mountains when we _____________ a deer.
A. spotted B. spot C. were spotting D. are spotting
32. I _____________ on the couch and watching my favourite TV show on Netflix right now.
A. sat B. am sitting C. was sitting D. sit
33. Our team _____________ hard all week because we had an important match.
A. was training B. train C. will train D. is training
34. My friends _____________ around the world for years because they wanted to experience
different cultures.
A. are travelling B. will travel C. were travelling D. travel
35. Kevin _____________ for his final exams in his bedroom at 2 p.m. yesterday.
A. was studying B. is studying C. studied D. studies
36. They were watching a movie when the power _____________ out.
A. were going B. was going C. went D. goes
37. Lan _____________ at a local animal shelter three years ago.
A. volunteered B. will volunteer C. was volunteering D. volunteers
38. _____________ Lisa and Rose _____________ for groceries at the supermarket when you met
them?
A. Was – shopping B. Were – shopping C. Are – shopping D. Do- shop
39. I wish people in the world ____________ conflicts and live in peace.
A. don't have B. doesn't have C. didn't have D. didn't having
40. I wish my friends spent less time ____________ computer games and more time outdoors .
A. play B. to play C. playing D. played

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41. It must be incredible travelling by dogsled. I wish I ____________ it.
A. can do B. could did C. can done D. could do
42. Tuan wishes he ____________ English perfectly well.
A. spoke B. speaks C. is speaking D. has spoken
43. When I see the kids playing football, I almost wish I ____________ their age again.
A. was B.am C. would be D. could be
44. I wish we ____________ to a bigger house. I don't have my own room.
A. will move B. moving C. won't more D. moved
Exercise 2: Write the correct form of the verbs in the past continuous.
1. At this time last year, they __________________ (build) this stadium.
2. I __________________ (drive) my motorbike very fast when James called me.
3. I __________________ (chat) with Hannah while Mr. Henry __________________ (teach) the
lesson yesterday.
4. My brother __________________ (watch) TV when I got home.
5. At this time last night, I __________________ (prepare) for my husband's birthday party.
6. What you __________________ (do) at 7 pm last Monday?
7. Where you __________________ (go) when I saw you last weekend?
8. They __________________ (not go) to church when I met them yesterday.
9. My mother __________________ (not do) the housework when our grandparents came home.
10. Ms. Stacey __________________ (read) books while her children __________________ (play)
football yesterday afternoon.
11. We (not argue) __________________ when the teacher stepped into the class.
12. John (test) __________________ the new camera when his girlfriend entered the room.
13. When I was young, I always (tease) __________________ my little brother whenever I had
time.
14. According to the reporter, the kid (study) __________________ in their classroom when the
terrorists entered the room.
15. Julia (leave) __________________ her house when she received the message from her
father.
Exercise 3: Complete the sentences using the past simple or the past continuous form of the
verbs in brackets.
1. Tom __________________ (watch) the news when I __________________ (arrive).
2. We __________________ (break) the TV while we __________________ (move) into the new
house
3. Mai __________________ (not wear) her hat when I __________________ (meet) her.
4. I __________________ (not go) to school yesterday because I was ill.
5. __________________ (you/see) the sports programme last night?
6. My mum __________________ (change) the channel while I __________________ (watch) a
good film
7. Lan __________________ (drop) her glass while she __________________ (have)lunch.
8. It __________________ (rain) when we __________________ (arrive) at the cinema.
9. You __________________ (cry) when the film __________________ (finish)!
10. They __________________ (go out) while their parents __________________ (watch) the
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11. She __________________ (not smile) when the man __________________ (take) her photo.
12. The actors __________________ (come) on stage while the presenter __________________
(talk).
Exercise 4: Fill in the gaps with the correct form. Use the verbs in brackets
1. I wish Anna __________________ (not say) that to Charles. Now he's upset.
2. I wish the weather __________________ (be) better here in summer but there's nothing we can
do about it.
3. I wish I __________________ (have) a bigger car. Mine is too small.
4. I wish someone __________________ (answer) that phone. It's been ringing for ages.
5. I wish you __________________ (not drive) so fast. You are making me angry.
6. I wish I __________________ (can buy) a new computer now. Mine is broken.
7. I wish I __________________ (not forget) my umbrella on the bus. I'll have to buy a' new one.
8. It takes me two hours to go to school every day. I wish I (live) __________________ somewhere
nearer.
9. I wish my daughter __________________ (tidy) her room more often.
10. I wish I __________________ (can meet) people with the same interests.
11. I'm fed up with this rain. I wish it __________________ (stop) raining.
12. My grandparents don't like living in the city. They wish they __________________ (live) in
the countryside .
13. It's a difficult question. I wish I __________________ (know) the answer.
14. I wish Ann __________________ (be) here. She'd be able to help us.
15. It's freezing today. I wish it __________________ (not be) so cold. I hate cold weather.
Exercise 5: Circle the correct word to complete the sentences.
1. Children in past times spent a lot of time playing outdoors instead of (traditional / computer)
games.
2. We need to take action to (protect / destroy) the rainforests from illegal logging.
3. Ao dai is often worn for special occasions, but in the (past / present), it was daily clothing of
Vietnamese women.
4. In the past, our villages did not have (ancient / modern) conveniences like refrigerators and
washing machines.
5. In the Mekong River (Delta / Mountain), the rich soil deposited by the river makes ideal
conditions for growing rice.
6. Unlike today’s children who wear shoes everywhere, children in the past spent most of their days
(walking / wearing) barefoot.
7. In rural Vietnam of the past, most families lived in houses made of (magnificent / basic)
materials like wood and bamboo.
8. In the past, before the invention of telephones, people relied on (talking face to face / chatting
online) to share news and stories.
9. My grandparents’ house faces (western / eastern), so we get to enjoy beautiful sunrises over the
rice fields.
10. After a long day working in the rice fields, Ms. Loan feels a sense of (war / peace) as she sits on
her porch and watches the sunset.
Exercise 6: Fill in each blank with a word or phrase in the box.
street vendors illiterate bare-footed domed remote
diary loudspeaker seniority practice igloo
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1. At 5.30 a.m. every day, the __________________ outside wakes me up with the morning radio
programs.
2. The building has a __________________ roof which makes it look like a giant mushroom.
3. In __________________ regions, the air is pure and the crops are free of poisonous insecticides.
4. This is the __________________ in which Elizabeth recorded her childhood thoughts and
secrets.
5. In the past, women were more __________________ than men, as most of them weren't allowed
to go to school.
6. Their __________________ structures are skillfully crafted and range widely in design, many
being equipped with doors to prevent strong winds.
7. It's common __________________ in many countries for pupils to repeat a year if their grades
are low.
8. Despite their __________________ those old women were not treated with much respect in their
tribe.
9. __________________ refer to people with small carts offering a quick snack or little stalls selling
different things on the street.
10. In rural areas, we can always see __________________ kids playing football in a field.

Exercise 7: Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the
underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
1. It was so nice to catch up with my old friend face to face after all these years of just chatting
online.
A. facing them B. in person C. looking at them D. seeing them
2. I love looking at old photos because they remind me of the wonderful times I had with my
family and friends.
A. efficient B. magnificent C. excellent D. significant
3. It's important to protect old buildings and monuments so we can remember our history.
A. raise B. preserve C. construct D. appear
4. London offers a wide variety of foreign cuisines with so many dishes.
A. cooking styles B. ancient towns C. cooking ingredients D. special meals
5. How did the colours red and green become associated with Christmas?
A. connected B. united C. blended D. mixed

Exercise 8: Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
1. What music is serious and traditional Western European music?
A. uncommon B. incorrect C. impossible D. irregular
2. Like my grandparents, people used to go bare-footed, even in winter.
A. without shoes B. with shoes C. on foot D. for a walk
3. The house hasn't been occupied by anyone for a few months.
A. controlled B. filled C. remained D. vacant
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 A. structure B. dine-in C. monument D. worship
5. Most people nowadays are aware of the basic rules of healthy living.
A. pleased B. occupied C. advanced D. communal

Exercise 9: Give the correct form of the word in CAPITALS to complete each of the following
sentences.
1. __________________ we used to cook five-colour sticky rice on the first day of the lunar
month. (TRADITION)
2. Tom says he can't put up with Mary's __________________ any longer. (BEHAVE)
3. Those __________________ over there are friends of both the bride and groom.
(ATTEND)
4. The photo brought back many happy memories of my __________________. (CHILD)
5. I think riding a bicycle is __________________, especially when it rains.
(CONVENIENCE)
6. She said that in her village, __________________ used to be arranged by parents.
(MARRY)
7. Thirty years ago, only __________________ people in the city had televisions.
(WEALTH)
8. Over the last century, there have been many significant __________________ in the way we
live. (CHANGE)
9. There didn't use to be many pastimes __________________. (ACTIVITY)
10. In the past __________________ of living were not as comfortable as they are now.
(CONDITION)
SPEAKING
Exercise 1: Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the option that best completes each of the
following exchanges.
1. A: Do you ever think about your childhood? - B: “_______” I miss those carefree days.
A. All the time! B. Have a good day C. I feel very bored D. Yes, please
2. A: I can't believe it's been 10 years since we graduated high school. - B: “_______”
A. You should do it B. Time flies, doesn't it? C. It's my pleasure D. That's a great idea
3. A: I found some old photos of us from our trip to the beach. - B: “_______,” that brings back
memories!
A. How crazy B. That's right C. Thanks a lot D. Oh wow
4. A: Do you remember that time we got lost in the woods? - B: How could I forget? “_______”
A. Sure. That's right. B. I suppose it was. C. It was terrifying! D. That's cool!
5. A: I was just thinking about our first date. - B: “_______.” It feels like yesterday.
A. No, I don’t B. Never mind C. No, thanks D. Me too
6. A: I miss my grandparents so much. - B: I know. “_______”
A. Cherish the memories you have of them. B. Congratulations!

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 C. Stay calm. I'll help you review. D. Well done! You did a really good job!
7. A: “_______.” - B: Me too, but we can only move forward.
A. I’m very well B. Sometimes I wish I could go back in time
C. I’m busy now D. I’m free right now
8. A: I'm so glad we've stayed friends all these years. - B: Me too. “_______.”
A. It's been a great journey B. I don’t think so
C. You’re welcome D. I agree with you
9. A: “_______” - B: Yeah, especially when I hear old songs.
A. Yes, of course. It's expensive. B. Certainly. Do you like it, too?
C. Do you ever feel nostalgic? D. Thanks. My mother bought it for me.
10. A: It's important to remember where we came from. - B: “_______.” It helps us appreciate how
far we've come.
A. Not very near. B. Absolutely
C. It’s so interesting. D. About 5 kilometres.

READING

Exercise 1: Look at the sign or the notice. Choose the best answer (A, B, C or D) for these
questions.
A. Please keep a safe distance to prevent the spread of coronavirus.
B. Don’t enhance social distancing in queuing situations.
1.
C. Please keep talking to protect yourself and others.
D. Discourage people to keep at a safe 2m distance.
A. You drive as fast as you can.
B. You stop right now.
C. You drive to a speed at over 25 km/h when children are present.
2.
D. You drive slowly to a speed at no greater than 25km/h when
children are present.

A. Press button to fire the bell.

B. Please put your finger to make a fire.
3.
C. Be careful! It can burn your finger.
D. Press here when there is a fire.
A. Don’t sell photographs here.
B. Go and ask the photographer.
4.
C. Don’t take photographs here.
D. Sit down and take some photos.

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 A. Seat is available for lady.
B. Seat is available for woman.
5.
C. Seat is available pregnant woman
D.Seat is available look after baby.
Exercise 2: Read the following advertisement / notice and mark the letter A, B, C or D to
indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks

Notice: School Closure
Dear Parents,
We are writing to inform you that (1) ______ our school will be temporarily closed due to a
recent increase in COVID-19 cases. We understand that this is sudden, but the health and safety
of our students and staff is our top (2) ______.
Online classes will begin on May 24, 2025. Please (3) _______ sure your child is prepared for
online learning.
We will continue to monitor the situation and will provide updates on when we can safely reopen
the school. In the meantime, please encourage your child to follow health guidelines such as
washing hands frequently and wearing a mask.
Thank you for your understanding and (4) ________ during this challenging time.
Sincerely,
School Administration
1. A. a B. the C. an D. no article
2. A. anniversary B. priority C. castle D. ingredient
3. A. make B. take C. look D. catch
4. A. cooperative B. cooperatively C. cooperation D. cooperate

Discover the Eiffel Tower: An Icon's Story
Have you ever wondered how the Eiffel Tower became (1) ______ symbol of Paris?
This fascinating book takes you back in time to the (2) ______ of this incredible monument.
Learn about the challenges faced by its creators, the controversies surrounding its design, and how
it became one (3) ______ the most visited attractions in the world.
Filled with beautiful pictures and interesting facts, "The Story of the Eiffel Tower" is perfect for
anyone (4) ______ loves history, architecture, or simply wants to know more about this iconic
landmark.
Get your copy today and be inspired by the story behind the Eiffel Tower!
1. A. the B. an C. no article D. a
2. A. constructive B. constructor C. construction D. construct
3. A. at B. to C. for D. of
4. A. why B. whom C. which D. who
Exercise 3: Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the
correct word that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

A long time ago, in aspects such as means of (1) ____________ transportation, fashion, eating
habits, entertainment, and education, the ways people lived were quite different from the ways
which we live nowadays.
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 In the old days, oral communication was commonly used between people. Knowledge,
information, news, and experience were transferred face-to-face. At the end of the 19th century and
the early 20th century, telegrams were used to transmit communication to people from far away.
Years ago, people used to travel (2) ____________ foot. For long distances, they travelled by
riding animals, such as camels, buffaloes, and horses. They also used animal-pulled carts. They
dressed up in simple ways. Most of their clothes were made of linen and leather. They went
barefoot or wore shoes made of leather. Some might wear (3) ____________ slippers. Their eating
habits and diets were plain with fresh, healthy and natural food which they got from nature.
Storytelling was the (4) ____________ popular kind of entertainment in the past. Stories were
mostly folk tales, fairy tales, and fables. Children did not have much to play with. They played
outdoor games, such as kite-flying, and hide and seek. Their toys were hand-made.
For education, there weren't computers and the Internet, so students had to drown themselves in
dozens of books and notebooks. Teachers would write lessons and homework down on chalkboards
for students to copy and (5) ____________. Papers were hand -written and submitted to teachers.
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1. A communicate B. communication C. communicates D. communicating
2. A on B. to C.by D. for
3. plastic B. metal C. wooden D. fabric
4. A most B. more C. as D. further
5. A finish B. conclude C. terminate D. complete

 Before the Stone Age, people (1) ____________ to eat fruits, leaves, and anything they found in
the forest. (2) ____________, this habit changed into hunting animals, preserving food items, and
planting and (3) ____________ vegetables, which eventually led to farming different crops like
maize, corn, and rice. People were healthy, they rarely had diseases and never needed extra exercise
because their daily work kept their bodies (4) ____________.
At present, we have turned agriculture into a mass-scale production, including machinery,
technology, and pesticides, all of which came in with the green revolution. With the green
revolution agriculture and the traditional farming culture turned upside down. Nowadays, farmers
who can cope up with multinational cooperation and their large-scale, expensive products, keep
producing crops for the market. However, traditional, low- income farmers even today, especially in
Asian countries, are in a terrible state. Fast food is another major factor in modern food habits.
Although many people find it convenient, it leads (5) ____________ many health conditions.
Today, people are unhealthy. They need medicine, and function on diets and exercise machines.

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1. A. used B. use C. is used D. to used
2. A. In spite B. However C. Although D. Despite
3. A. developing B. improving C. rising D. growing
4. A. running B. working C. moving D. jogging
5. A. for B. to C. of D. on

 Tea has been an essential drink and a very unique culture of Vietnamese people for thousands of
years. At family (1) ________, meetings, and celebrations, tea and its rituals represent hospitality,
(2) ________ for the elderly, and peaceful nature.
(3) ________ drinking tea in Viet Nam is considered a daily habit of the elderly in households and
in society. In the morning, people start a new day with (4) _____ cups of tea to refresh their minds.
Drinking tea after meals, especially dinner, is also a habit when all family members can gather and
talk about what they have done during the day.
In cities, people usually drink tea from small shops everywhere, (5) ______ in front of the gate of
bus terminals, train stations, schools, office buildings, pavements or in quiet alleys. Tea served with
ice, lemon and sugar become an interesting modern trend of Vietnamese street culture for
youngsters.
1. A. reunions B. assemblies C. events D. shows
2. A. notice B. recognition C. respect D. value
3. A. Tradition B. Traditional C. Traditionally D. Traditionalist
4. A. much B. some C. a few D. few
5. A. such as B. so that C. such that D. so

Exercise 4: Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the
correct answer to each of the questions.
 Ha Noi's Old Quarter was established hundreds of years ago on the east side of the ancient
Thang Long citadel. In the old days, the Old Quarter, a system of narrow streets, alleys and houses,
was home to several guilds such as bronze casting, forging, jewelry making, wood carving, silk and
clothes trading. Small, beautifully styled houses built along with a unique local culture. Streets in
the Old Quarter still have names describing their original goods or craft, for example, Hang Bac or
"Silver Street". The ground-floor shops of the houses here now sell handicrafts, fine arts, and food.
But the quarter also has a number of pagodas, temples, historical relics, and festivals dedicated to
the founders of some of the local crafts. Now, many guild streets, like Hang Quat street, don't make
fans anymore, but they are remembered as craft streets. The architecture and lifestyle of the local
people reflect typical characteristics of traditional guild streets in Ha Noi.
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1. What is the main idea of the passage?
A. The historical significance of the Thang Long citadel
B. The transformation of Hanoi's Old Quarter from a craft center to a tourist destination
C. The architectural styles of houses in Hanoi's Old Quarter
D. The cultural and historical richness of Hanoi's Old Quarter, particularly its connection to
traditional crafts
2. The word “guilds” in line 2 is closest in meaning to __________
A. associations B. families C. companies D. neighborhoods
3. According to the passage, which of the following sentences is TRUE?
A. The Old Quarter is located on the west side of the Thang Long citadel.
B. Streets in the Old Quarter are named after famous people.
C. The Old Quarter no longer has any connection to its craft-making past
D. The architecture and lifestyle of the people in the Old Quarter reflect its history as a center for
craft guilds
4. What can visitors find in the ground-floor shops of the houses in the Old Quarter today?
A. Only traditional crafts B. Modern electronics
C. Handicrafts, fine arts, and food D. Exclusively clothing and textiles
5. What is the significance of Hang Quat street today?
A. It is a major center for fan-making
B. It is known for its modern architecture
C. It is remembered as a craft street, even though it no longer produces fans
D. It is a popular tourist destination for its nightlife
 Vietnamese traditions are well preserved and passed down through generations thanks to the
Vietnamese people' s love for their country. They have a long history of fighting against foreign
invaders, such as China and France. This has made them very protective of their culture and
traditions.
One of the most important traditions is Tet, the Lunar New Year. It takes place in January or
February. The whole country stops working for a week to celebrate. People visit their families and
give each other lucky money in red envelopes. They also clean their houses to get rid of bad luck
from the old year. There are many delicious foods to eat at Tet, such as "banh chung", which is
sticky rice with pork inside, wrapped in " dong" leaves.
Another important tradition is ancestor worship. Vietnamese people believe that when someone
dies, their soul lives on and can protect the family. They have an altar in their house where they put
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During Tet, they invite their ancestors ' spirits to join the celebrations. They also clean and decorate
their ancestors' graves and bring them food and flowers.
1. What can be the best title for the passage?
A. Vietnamese Cuisine B. Tet Celebration in
Vietnam
C. Vietnamese History D. Preserving
Vietnamese Traditions
2. What does the word “invaders” in the passage mostly mean?
A. Tourists B. Conquerors C. Immigrants D. Visitors
3. Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?
A. Vietnamese people clean their houses during Tet to get rid of bad luck.
B. Ancestor worship is an important tradition in Vietnam
C. "Banh chung" is a traditional Vietnamese food eaten during Tet.
D. Vietnamese people celebrate Tet for a month.
4. According to the passage, why are Vietnamese traditions well preserved?
A. Because of the influence of foreign cultures
B. Because of the Vietnamese people's love for their country and their history of fighting against
foreign invaders
C. Because of the delicious food eaten during Tet
D. Because of the beautiful decorations used during Tet
5. How do Vietnamese people show respect to their ancestors?
A. By cleaning their houses during Tet
B. By giving each other lucky money in red envelopes
C. By having an altar in their house, offering food and drink, and inviting their ancestors' spirits
to join celebrations.
D. By eating "banh chung" during Tet
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Ancestor worship - a fine tradition of Viet Nam
Ancestor worship is a ritual practice showing respect to deceased family members that reminds
people of their roots. Most Vietnamese families have an ancestral altar at a prominent place of the
house. The ancestral altar is set with ancestral tablets and pictures, together with an incense
container. Two candles are placed on the sides of the altar to represent the Sun on the left and the
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During the Lunar New Year festival, the Vietnamese at home and abroad carefully cook traditional
dishes to put on the home altar to worship their ancestors. Children are obliged to respect their
parents in life and to remember them after they die.
On special occasions like ancestors' death anniversaries or the Lunar New Year. Special rites consist
of making offerings of fruits, foods and wine, lighting the candles and burning incense before
praying in front of the altar. Tet is an occasion for people to invite the souls of their ancestors to join
the family's Tet celebration.
The altar may also be decorated with a branch of peach blossoms in warm pink to drive away evil
spirits and bad luck. The ancestral altar is a symbol of the country's culture that shows its respect for
all the past, the present day, and the future.
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1. Ancestor worship is followed by many people in Viet Nam ________.
A. to celebrate the Tet festivals B. to maintain the relationships in the family
C. to show respect to their ancestors D. to decorate their ancestral altar
2. All of the following items can be found on the altar EXCЕРТ ________.
A. a dish of food every day B. ancestral tablets and pictures
C. an incense container D. two candles placed
on the sides of the altar
3. Children are expected to ________.
A. offer their parents a lot of food
B. celebrate their ancestors' death anniversaries on the Lunar New Year
C. respect their parents in life and afterlife
D. cook traditional dishes to worship their ancestors whenever they can
4. A branch of peach blossoms in warm pink is believed to ________.
A. show respect for all the past, the present day, and the future
B. bring good luck to the family
C. to celebrate Tet
D. maintain the country's culture
5. The word "prominent" in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to ________.
A. easily seen B. common C. clean D. pleasant
Exercise 5: Four phrases/sentences have been removed from the text below. Choose the
correct answer to complete the text. Write only the letter A-D in each blank.

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 (1) _______, people relied on iceboxes to keep food cold. These were insulated wooden boxes
lined with zinc or tin. Large blocks of ice, harvested from frozen lakes or rivers in the winter, were
placed inside a compartment at the top. (2) ______, keeping the food below cool.
Iceboxes were a vast improvement over simply leaving food at room temperature, but they
weren't perfect. The ice needed to be replaced regularly, often every few days, (3) ______.
Additionally, the coldest area was near the bottom, so people had to be careful about where they
stored different foods. Milk, for example, spoiled quickly if not kept very cold.
Despite their limitations, iceboxes were a vital tool for food preservation for many years. They
allowed families to store leftovers, (4) ______, and even enjoy a refreshing cold drink on a hot
summer day.
A. The cold air from the melting ice would slowly travel down
B. keep dairy products fresh for longer
C.Before refrigerators became commonplace in the early 20th century
D. which could be inconvenient and expensive
 Visitors to “Remembering Viet Nam” will have the opportunity to see a fascinating (1) ______.
The records on display help fill the gaps in our collective memory about what happened and why.
They make people understand more about the series of choices, strategies, and personalities as a
result of the involvement of the US in Southeast Asia.
There are historic items including posters, artwork, telegrams, radio intercepts, photographs,
artefacts, official documents, and letters. (2) ______.
Of special interest are the audio recordings, (3) ______. The exhibition includes several listening
stations, including an “Oval Office Listening Area,” where visitors can pick up one of three phones
to hear conversations held by Presidents Kennedy, Johnson, and Nixon.
The exhibition also is an opportunity to hear stories from a variety of perspectives. Everyday
people whose lives were forever impacted (4) ______.
At a kiosk, visitors will be able to submit their own thoughts about what happened and how it
affected them. Selections of those contributions will be displayed in the exhibition for visitors to
read.
A. They span 1918 - 1975 and are considered critical to understanding the conflict and its origins
B. some of which have only recently been declassified
C. and varied selection of records from the National Archives and its Presidential libraries
D. by the conflict - some voluntarily, some involuntarily - share their experiences

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Exercise 1: Write complete sentences using past continuous.
1. Mary/ play/ piano/ while/ her parents/ watch TV.
 _________________________________________________________________________
2. She/ paint/ a picture/ while/ her brother/ do/ his homework.
 _________________________________________________________________________
3. Jane/ bake/ a cake/ while/ her father/ decorate the house.
 _________________________________________________________________________
4. They/ explore/ city streets/ take/ photographs/ all day.
 _________________________________________________________________________
5. My sister/ play/ badminton/ while/ my brother/ fly/ kite.
 _________________________________________________________________________
6. Ngoc/ have/ meeting/ 9 a.m./ last Wednesday.
 _________________________________________________________________________
7. Quang/ read/ science book/ all morning.
 _________________________________________________________________________
8. he/ chat/ friends/ online/ 10 p.m./ yesterday?
 _________________________________________________________________________
9. I/ save/ money/ for months/ buy/ new/ car.
 _________________________________________________________________________
10. John/ sing/ while/ his friends/ dance/ at/ party.
 _________________________________________________________________________
11. They/ study/ Spanish/ all year/ prepare/ their trip.
 _________________________________________________________________________
12. My brother/ practise/ guitar/ all month/ improve/ his skills.
 _________________________________________________________________________
Exercise 2: Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first.
1. I'm sorry that I don't know what to do about the problem.
 I wish ___________________________________________________________________
2. Linda wrote her composition hours and hours ago.
 It's hours _________________________________________________________________
3. When I was a child, we lived in Bristol.
 We used _________________________________________________________________
4. She's sorry she can't play the piano.
 She wishes _______________________________________________________________
5. I don't normally have coffee for breakfast.
 I am not used _____________________________________________________________
6. It was breakfast time when Susan rang.
 I was ____________________________________________________________________
7. My mother spent three hours making a dress.
 It took __________________________________________________________________
8. Reading newspapers in the morning gives him pleasure.
 He enjoys ________________________________________________________________
9. You can make payments at any post office.
 Payment _________________________________________________________________
10. In the middle of our sleep there was a knock at the door.

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  When ___________________________________________________________________
11. Nancy hasn't come here since 1999.
 The last time ______________________________________________________________
12. During my dinner, the phone rang.
 While ___________________________________________________________________
13. David left the party before we arrived there.
 When ___________________________________________________________________
14. We haven't gone to a concert for ages.
 It's ______________________________________________________________________
15. Sarah hasn't seen her friends since she left for the United States.
 Sarah last ________________________________________________________________
16. It's beautiful here. It's a pity that you can't see this beauty together with me.
 I wish ___________________________________________________________________
17. He feels sorry that he can't come to his brother's wedding.
 He wishes________________________________________________________________
18. That house is part of the town's heritage, but the council is demolishing it.
 I wish ___________________________________________________________________
19. My mother no longer cooks for me anymore since I got married.
 My mother used ___________________________________________________________
20. My father used to carry me on his shoulders and go around.
 My father doesn't __________________________________________________________

Exercise 3: Circle the correct answer A, B, C, or D which is closest in meaning to the original
one.
1. They have lived in that town for over 20 years.
A. They used to live in that town for over 20 years.
B. They moved to that town more than 20 years ago.
C. In 20 years, they will have lived in that town.
D. They only lived in that town for a short time.
2. Having finished her chores, my mother would relax with a good book.
A. My mother would relax with a good book while doing her chores.
B. Relaxing with a good book was one of my mother’s chores.
C. My mother finished her chores and then relaxed with a good book.
D. My mother never finished her chores and couldn’t relax with a book.
3. People didn’t have access to the internet in the 1980s.
A. The internet was invented in the 1980s.
B. People still don’t have internet access today.
C. The internet was very popular in the 1980s.
D. People could access the internet easily in the past.
4. If I had studied harder, I might have gotten a better grade.
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 A. I studied hard, so I got a good grade.
B. I didn’t study hard, and I got a bad grade.
C. Studying hard will definitely get you a good grade.
D. Even though I didn’t study, I still got a good grade.
5. Traveling by train in the past was much slower than it is today.
A. Traveling by train was always slow.
B. Today, trains travel much slower than in the past.
C. Trains used to travel very slow in the past.
D. Traveling by train is still a slow way to travel.
6. They wished they had travelled more when they were younger.
A. Traveling was something they enjoyed when they were young.
B. They were too young to travel in the past.
C. Traveling was an important part of them younger years.
D. They regretted not traveling more in them youth.
7. Angkor Wat is the largest religious monument in the world.
A. No other religious building in the world is as large as Angkor Wat.
B. All other religious monuments in the world are larger than Angkor Wat.
C. No other religious monument in the world is as large as Angkor Wat.
D. No other religious building in the world is larger than Angkor Wat.
9. Dinh Bang Communal house, a 300-year-old communal house, was built for 36 years.
A. Dinh Bang Communal house is a 300-year-old communal house, that were built for 36 years.
B. Dinh Bang Communal house, which is a 300-year-old communal house, was built for 36
years.
C. Dinh Bang Communal house, what is a 300-year-old communal house, was built for 36 years.
D. Dinh Bang Communal house, was built for 36 years, is a 300-year-old communal house.
9. Windsor Castle was built a thousand years ago and is the home for about 40 English kings and
queens.
A. Windsor Castle, which was built a thousand years ago, is the home for about 40 English kings
and queens.
B. Windsor Castle, was built a thousand years before, but it is the home for about 40 English
kings and queens.
C.. Windsor Castle, was built a thousand years ago, so it is the home for about 40 English kings
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 D. Windsor Castle, was built in a thousand years, and is the home for about 40 English kings and
queens.
10. In the past, Vietnamese people used to have black teeth and wear hair buns.
A. Vietnamese people used to have a black tooth and a hair bun.
B. Vietnamese people didn’t use to have black teeth and wear hair buns.
C. Vietnamese people use not to have black teeth nor wear hair buns.
D. Vietnamese people often had black teeth and wore hair buns.
Exercise 4: Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences
to make a meaningful paragraph/letter in each of the following questions.
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a. Firstly, we explored beautiful beaches with crystal-clear water and soft sand.
b. This trip created lasting memories and strengthened our bond as a family. It was an unforgettable
experience that we will cherish forever.
c. Secondly, we enjoyed delicious local food, trying new flavors and dishes.
d. Finally, we met friendly locals who made us feel welcome and helped us learn about their
culture.
e. Our trip last summer was truly amazing.
A. e – d – a – b – c B. d – b – a – c – e
C. e – a – c – d – b D. b – c – e – a – d

a. Finally, sharing laughter and delicious food with friends and family fostered a sense of
togetherness and belonging.
b. The summer festival filled us with immense joy.
c. The summer festival was a truly joyful experience that left us with cherished memories and a
renewed appreciation for community and celebration.
d. Furthermore, the variety of activities and games kept everyone entertained, from thrilling rides to
engaging performances.
e. Generally, the vibrant atmosphere, with colorful decorations and lively music, created a sense of
excitement and happiness.
A. d-b-a-c-e B. a-c-b-d-e C. b-e-d-a-c D. b-e-a-c-d
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a. Let me know if you're interested, and I'd be happy to provide more information or even
accompany you on the visit.
b. Dear Alex, I hope this letter finds you well. I'm writing to suggest a visit to the Ho Chi Minh
Museum during your time in Ho Chi Minh City.

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c. The museum showcases artifacts, photographs, and documents related to Ho Chi Minh's life and
the struggle for Vietnamese independence.
d. Best regards, Thanh
e. You'll gain valuable insights into the country's past and its journey to where it is today.
f. It's a great way to learn about Vietnam's history and the life of Ho Chi Minh, a revered figure in
the country.
A. d – f – b – a – c – e B. e – d – a – b – f – c
C. b – f – c – e – a – d D. b – e – f – c – a – d
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