UNIT 2: LIFE IN THE COUNTRYSIDE

PART I - PHONETICS
(1-5) Choose the best option (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. village B. image C. stage D. cabbage
2. A. business B. building C. bus D. guitar
3. A. condition B. police C. second D.month
4. A. origin B. quality C. charity D. university
5. A. movement B. pretty C. difference D. member
(6-10) Choose the best option (A, B, CorD) to indicate the word whose
main stress syllable differs from that of the other three in each of the following questions
6. A. transport B. gather C. harvest D. combine
7. A. canal B. cattle C. poultry D. village
8. A. fortunate B. cultivate C. pagoda D. countryside
9 A. entertainment B. community C. description D. technology
10. A. arrangement B. occasion C. scientist D. recover
PART II - VOCABULARY AND GRAMMAR
(11-13) Choose the best option (A, B, C or D) to indicate the word/ phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning
to the underlined one in the following sentences
11. They have a habit of collecting fresh eggs from their chickens every morning
A. gathering B. putting C. providing D. delivering
12. Clean air, a peaceful environment, and the ability to grow your own fresh produce are some
benefits of living in the countryside.
A. success B. usage C. advantages D. ways
13. After harvesting the apples, they loaded the truck with a lot of fresh fruit and drove to the market.
A. covered B. provided C. picked D. filled
(14-16) Choose the best option (A, B, Cor D) to indicate the word/phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning
to the underlined one in the following sentences.
14. She took many photos of the picturesque scenery during her trip to Switzerland.
A. peaceful B. ugly C. breathtaking D. amazing
15. She enjoys living in the countryside, where she can admire the vast fields of green and gold.
A. lovely B. large C.tiny D. enormous
16. The villagers were very hospitable and welcomed us into their home with warmth and kindness.
 A. unfriendly B. welcoming C. helpful D. outgoing
(17-19) Choose the best option (A, B, C or D) to indicate the most suitable response to each of the
following exchanges
17. Chau: I think your farm produces the best quality crops in the region. Duong: ______
A. That's really kind of you to say so! Thank you! B. Do you need a helping hand?
C. How nice the farm is! D. The same to you, my dear.
18. Lan: Your home-made cupcakes are so delicious, Phuong. Phuong: ________
A. Yes, I'd love to B. Thanks anyway.
C. I'm glad you like it, Lan . D. No, I don't mind.
19. Mai: I admire your passion for work, Binh. Binh: ______
A. So do I. B. What about working together?
C. I'm always proud of my work. D. Thank you, that means a lot to me
(20-31) Choose the best option (A, B, C or D) to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions
20. My uncle works in the ______ every day, planting and watering the rice
A. rice crop B. paddy field C. paddy land D. paddy rice
21. It is ______ time and the farmers are busy collecting their crops.
A. growing B. crop C. planting D. harvest
22. The farmer ______ his sheep into the barn before the storm
A. herded B.loaded C. fed D. raised
23. She sang more _____ than any bird in the forest.
A. beautiful B. beauty C. beautified D. beautifully
24. He drives the _____ across the wheat field, cutting and threshing the grain.
A. combine machine B. harvesting device
C. combine harvester D. crop machine
25. She decided to raise- some ______ on her farm, such as chickens, ducks and turkeys.
A. poultry B. pets C. herds D. cattle
26. The little boy tiptoed into the barn ______ than a mouse
A. quieter B. more quietly C.more quiet D. as quietly
27. We _______ fruits in the orchard and made jam and pies with them.
A. unloaded B. picked C. climbed D. ploughed
28. His brother likes to ________ fish from the river and grill them over a fire.
A.go B. harvest C. hold D. catch
29. The sun rose ______ than usual over the green hills and fields.
 A. earlier B. more early C. more earlier D. early
30. Her home village is ______ by hills and forests, creating a natural barrier from the outside
world.
A. surround B. surrounding C. surrounded D. surrounds
31. We need some ______ farmers who can can grow grow delicious and healthy fruits and vegetables
for our farm.
A. well-done B. well-known C. well-trained D. well-fed
PART III - READING
(32-37) Read the passage and choose the best answer (A B, Cor D) to each of the following questions.
Rice areas supply is one of the 32. What is the passage mainly about?
most important crops. It is grown A. Vietnamese farmers.
mainly in the lowland areas of the B. One of the Vietnamese main food
Red River Delta and the Mekong C. Different ways to grow rice in Viet Nam.
Delta, where there is plenty of water D. Rice and its cultivation in Viet Nam
supply from the rivers. It can also be 33. Which of the following statements is true?
grow on terraced fields in the A. People only grow rice in the Red River Delta and the
highlands of Sa Pa, where the Mekong Delta
mountain steps can be utilised to B. Rice doesn't need a lot of water to grow.
water the crops instead. Many C. Rice is also grown in some mountainous areas.
farmers depend on rice as their main D. Rice is the most important crop in Viet Nam.
source of food and income. 34. Rice plays an important role in the farmers' life because
Rice cultivation requires a lot _________.
of labour, fertilisers, pesticides and A. they can easily get plenty of water supply from the rivers
water. Nowadays, some farmers are B. it is the main food and income for many farmers
adopting sustainable farming C. there are many terraced fields in the highlands of Sa Pa
practices to reduce the D. most of them live in the Red River Delta and the Mekong
environmental impacts. Typically, Delta
rice crops are harvested 2-3 times a 35. Some farmers are adopting ______ to reduce the
year, depending on various factors, environmental impacts.
such as the region, climate, and A. environmentally-friendly farming methods
planting methods. B. more fertilisers and pesticides
Rice is not only a source of C. more water usage
food for millions of people in Viet D. a lot of labour
Nam but aloso a symbol of culture 36. What is NOT a factor that influences the frequency of rice
 and tradition. Vietnamese farmers crops?
are known for their hard- working A. The geographical location.
nature, and in rural areas, owning B. The cultivation techniques
large rice fields is seen as a symbol C. The weather conditions.
of wealth. These fields also attract D. The skills of the farmers
many tourist who want to see the 37. Rice fields attract many tourists because _______.
stunning scenery of golden rice A. they are located in rural areas
during its harvest season or the B. they are stunning to look at during the harvest season
terraced paddies in different parts of C. they signify wealth in Vietnamese culture
Viet Nam. D. they are only found in certain parts of the country

(38-43) Read the passage and choose the best option (A, B, C or D) to fill in each blank.
Farmers in rural areas are well-known for their hard-working attitude. The (38) ________ long
hours every day in the fields, cultivating crops like rice that has been passed down through generations
of their family. For them, farming is not only a (39) ______ of income but also a means of providing
38. A. take B. last C. use D. spend
39. A. source B. way C. method D. tip
food for themselves and their families. They live amidst breathtaking natural landscapes and work (40)
_______ to ensure bountiful harvest. During the harvest season, many farmers use special machines,
such as combine harvesters, to help them collect the rice. (41) ______ growing rice, they may also
cultivate vegetables or raise animals, such as pigs and cows.
40. A. tired B. tiredly C. tireless D. tirelessly
41. A. Because of B. Despite C. In addition to D. Moreover
Farming is not an easy task, and farmers often face challenges such as natural disasters like
floods and droughts. These disasters can cause significant losses (42) _____ crop production. Despite
these hardships, farmers remain determined and refuse to give up. They strive to ensure a successful
harvest, approaching their work with endurance and perseverance. With hard work and determination,
overcome obstacles and remain (43)_____ for the future.
42. A. on B. in C.at D. with
43. A. hopefully B. hopeless C. hopeful D. hopelessly
PART IV - WRITING
(44-48) correction Choose the best option (A, B, C or D) to indicate the underlined part that needs
correction in each of the following questions.
44. The combine harvester makes the process of harvesting the rice much more quickly
and easier for the farmers. Make sth + adj (V) khiến cái j đó trở nên ntn
A. makes B. harvesting C. more quickly (Adv) D.easier
=> quicker
45. The herd of cows (N1) were grazing on the field.
A. herd B. of C. were => was D. on
46. In the countryside, everything seems to move slower (adj) than that in the city.
Vtobe/ become/ feel/ find/ look (k có prep) + Adj
V còn lại + Adv
A. seems B. to C. slower => more slowly (adv) D. that
47. Everyone in my village works more hardly at harvest time
A. in B. works C. more hardly => harder D.at
48. Life in the countryside is really more interestingly (adv) than I thought at first.
A. really B. interestingly C. than D. at first
=> interesting (adj)
(49-53) Rewrite the sentence so that it means the same as the given one, using the word(s) given in
brackets. Don't change the given word(s) in any way.
49. Some people prefer rural life (1) because it offers a peaceful environment away from
the hustle and bustle of the city (2). (so) hustle and bustle (xô bồ)
2 (rural life), so 1 (it).
50. There are not many entertainment places (1); however, the local community centre
organises various events that cater to people of all ages (2). (Although)
1; however, 2. => Although 1, 2.
51. Life in the countryside is simple (1) but it provides an excellent opportunity to relax
and connect with nature (2). (Even though)
Even though 1, 2.
52. The couple missed the familiarity of the place and the warmth of the community (1)
; therefore, they decided to come back to their home town (2). (because)
1; therefore, 2. => 2 (the couple) because 1 (they).
53. I think these farmers are so friendly and hospitable. (find)
I find these farmers are so friendly and hospitable.
Find (V) tìm thấy/ nhận ra
(54-58) Choose the best option (A, B, C, or D) to indicate the sentence closest in meaning to the given
one.
54. Milking cows is more time-consuming than feeding pigs.
A. Feeding pigs is easier than milking cows. (klq)
B. Milking cows take less time than feeding pigs.
C. Feeding pigs is not as time-consuming as milking cows.
D. Feeding pigs takes fewer time (N 0 đđ) than milking cows.
N1 Few + Ns => fewer
Little + N 0 đđ => less
55. Aunt Meggy didn't finish (QKĐ) harvesting the rice as early as her neighbour.
A. Aunt Meggy finished harvesting the rice more later than her neighbour.
B. Aunt Meggy’s neighbour finished harvesting the rice earlier than she did.
C. Aunt Meggy finishes (HTĐ) harvesting the rice later than her neighbour.
D. Aunt Meggy’s neighbour finished harvesting the rice more earlier than she did.
56. Mr Nam is a more careful truck driver than Mr Long. Drive + Adv
A. Mr Nam drives the truck more careful (Adj) than Mr Long.
B. Mr Long drives the truck more careless (adj) than Mr Nam.
C. Mr Nam's drive the truck more carefully than Mr Long.
D. Mr Nam drives the truck more carefully than Mr Long.
57. My grandmother used to do the farm work better than she does now.
Does/ doesn’t do + Adv
A. Now my grandmother doesn't do the farm work as well as she used to.
B. Now my grandmother does the farm work more worse than she used to.
C. Now my grandmother doesn't do the farm work as good (Adj) as she used to.
D. Now my grandmother do the farm work worse than she used to.
N1
58. Out of all the workers, John picked the apples the most quickly. Pick + Adv
A. No workers could pick the apples as quick (adj) as John.
B. John picked the apples quicker (adj) than all other workers.
C. John picked the apples more quickly than all other workers.
D. John is the only worker who can pick the apples the most quickly.
(59-70) Complete the passage using the prompts.
59-60. Bat Trang/ small, charming village/ located/ suburban district/ Gia Lam/ Ha Noi/ Viet Nam
Bat Trang is a small, charming village located in the suburban district of Gia Lam in Ha Noi, Viet Nam
61. village/ famous/ its/ traditional pottery/ ceramics.
This village is famous for its traditional pottery and ceramics
62. locals/ make pottery/ by/ use/ natural materials/ traditional methods
The locals make pottery by using natural materials and national methods
63. They/ also/ earn/ living/ by/ do farm work/ catch fish.
They also earn a living by doing farm work and catching fish
64. village/ strong community/ celebrate/ traditions/ together
The village has a strong community that celebrates its traditions together.
65. Bat Trang/ beautiful scenery/ peaceful atmosphere
Bat Trang is known for its beautiful scenery and peaceful atmosphere.
66. people/ hospitable/ and/ proud/ craft.
The people are hospitable and proud of their craft
67. pottery/ famous/ beauty/ and/ durability.
The pottery made in Bat Trang is famous for its beauty and durability.
68. locals/ work/ together/ busy periods
The locals in Bat Trang work together during the busy periods
69-70. Bat Trang/ great place/ experience/ traditional/ Vietnamese/ pottery-making/ rural life.
Bat Trang is a great place to experience traditional Vietnamese pottery-making and rural life