Pronunciation.

Task 1. Find the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in
pronunciation in eachof the following questions.
1. A. driven B. decision C. daughter D. schedule
2. A. scholarship B. chaos C. cherish D. chorus
3. A. danger B. verdure C. soldier D. education
4. A. orchestra B. chemical C. chasm D. orchard
5. A. country B. cover C. economical D. ceiling
Task 2. Find the word that differs from the other three in the position of stress
in each of thefollowing questions.
1. A. mausoleum B. generation C. destination D. organisation
2. A. architecture B. traditional C. suggestion D. historic
3. A. competition B. recognition C. confusion D. economic
4. A. imperial B. ecosystem C. activity D. condition
5. A. politic B. historic C. electric D. specific
Vocabulary
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the
following questions.

1. Quan ho and don ca tai tu are two forms of ______, which are on the UNESCO
World Heritage list.
A. beautiful lanscape B. folk singing C. heritage D. heritage site
2. Every year, our city hosts an________where schools and universities showcase
their programs
A. school-leave B. entrance exam C. qualification D. education fair
3. ______ includes objects, sites, traditions, or practices that have been passed
down from past generations and represent the history and identity of a country
or society.
A. Landscape B. folk culture C. cultural heritage D. monuments
4. When you go to Hoi An Ancient Town in central Viet Nam. You'll learn about
urban lifestyles and traditions from the 15th to the 19th century and will see
examples of_________.
A. ancient architecture B. field trip C. natural beauty D. urban lifestyles
5. ______ is a popular option for school-leavers who don't go to university or
college.

A. vocational school B. academic education C. higher education D.

formal

6. Other______may want to continue their fomal education.

A. qualifications B. school-leavers C. academic results D. apprentices
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or
phrase that is CLOSEST.

7. This way, they will be albe to give voice to suggestion and solutions to
problems they care about.
A. enunciate B. pass down C. punishmen D. crowdfunding
8. To preserve heritage, such as traditional music and stories, a group of secondary
school students proposed setting up folk clubs.
A. to discuss a new idea B. advance C. offering training D. hairdresser
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or
phrase that is OPPOSITE.

9. Young children are beginning their formal education as early as four years old.
A. customary B. unofficial C. showcases D. non-profit
10.He generally managed on five hours' sleep a night to have more time for his
final essay.
A. disappointment B. professional
C. be unable crucial D. express opinion about
Choose the best answers to complete the following sentences

11.The first thing _______ when you enter the city is the big, wooden church.
A. noticed B. to notice C. notice D. noticing
12.Hana was punished for______ her homework.
A. having done B. having been done C. not having done D. to do
13.We wish you would join us________a big beach party befor the wedding.
A. having B. have C. had D. to have
14. Located on a bridge over the Thu Bon River, Cau Pagoda is one of the most
interesting places_______ in Hoi An.

A. to visit B. having visited C. visiting D. being visited

15.My parents were proud of _____ the best schools in the area for me and my
brothers.

A. have choose B. choosing C. to chose D. having chosen

16. Nam regretted _____ the university entrance exam.

A. taking B. to take C. not having taken D. having took

Complete each sentence using the correct form of the verb in brakets.

1. __________ (submit) the report, he realized he had made several mistakes.

2. We should stop ________ (rest) for a moment. I can’t walk anymore
3. We agreed ____________ (meet) at the park tomorrow.

4. __________ (invite) to the event, she was excited to attend.

5. __________ (do) all the chores, she finally sat down to relax
6. We agreed ____________ (meet) at the park tomorrow.

7. __________ (solve) the puzzle, he felt a sense of accomplishment.

8. He pretended __________ (be interested) in the conversation.

Choose the word or phrase that needs correcting

1. To have registered, Anna entered the conference room.

A B C D
___________________________________________
2. We learn English have better communication with other people.
A B C D
_________________________________________

3. I have opened the window for let some fresh air in.
A B C D
___________________________________________
4. They praised the old lady for having catch the thief.
A B C D
__________________________________________

Finish the second sentences so that is has a similar meaning to the first
one.

1. She had finished her work before she left the office.
_____________________________________________
2. After John had cooked dinner, he set the table for the guests.
________________________________________________
3. Since she had already eaten dinner, she didn't want any dessert.
____________________________________________________
4. She was finally able to buy the car she wanted after saving up money for
months.
________________________________________________________
5. I won many maths competitions. It helped me win a place at university.
________________________________________________________
6. Nam choose a boring course at university. He regretted it.
_______________________________________________________
7. I did not discussed this topic with you. I forgot it.
______________________________________________________
8. He won the fisrt place in a biology competition. He was proud of it.
_____________________________________________________
9. He opened the lion's cage. He intended to feed the lion.
___________________________________________________
10. He left his rifle outside. He didn't want to frighten his wife.
__________________________________________________
11. I took of my shoes. I didn't want to make any noise.
______________________________________________
12. I'll watch MTV this afternoon. I want to see Cher's new video.
_________________________________________________
13. Do you have any comic books that children can read?
________________________________________________
 14. Working in a multinational company is an interesting thing that we
should think about.
______________________________________________________
15.You were the first person who go to the movies with me.
___________________________________________

Reading

Preserving quan ho for future generations

Quan ho is a style of Vietnamese folk music that was recognised by UNESCO as a World
Cultural Heritage in 2009. It first appeared in Bac Ninh Province in the 13th century.
After so many years, quan ho is still an important part of Vietnamese culture.
(1)_______, it is also facing a number of challenges such as lack of interest in folk
culture, limited performance(2)______, and competition from other music styles. To deal
with the challenges, local authorities are making every effort to restore and promote quan
ho.

First, different versions of thousands of quan ho songs were recorded in quan ho villages
with the voices of hundreds of artists. Then the best songs were selected (3)______
publishing. These collections of quan ho songs will help keep the art alive for future
generations. These books can also be used as cultural documents for restoration and
research work.

Second, singing clubs were set up in quan ho villages to attract members, especially
younger people. Club members gather (4)_______their knowledge about quan ho
singing. Older singers also offer regular training sessions for young members. Singing
along with experienced performers helps young people learn the old melodies and lyrics
quickly.

In addition, local authorities try to promote the folk music to wider audiences, especially
international ones. Every year, there is a quan ho singing competition, which attracts
thousands of amateur and professional singers from all parts of the country. (5)_____ are
then invited to perform at different cultural exchanges, introducing the songs to
international audiences around the world.
1. A. In addition B. However C. To begin with D. Besides
2. A. opportunities B. attractions C. fascinating D. overcrowding
3. A. with B. into C.for D. by
4. A. sharing B. share C. having share D. to share
5. A. Winners B. Winning C. Win D. Winnable