UNIT 4.

ASEAN and Viet Nam - KEY

4A. Pronunciation
• Elision of vowels
I. Underline the vowel in the following words that may be left out.
1. different 2. interest 3. history 4. library 5. secondary
6. every 7. evening 8. automatically 9. elementary 10. delightful
II. Read the following sentences aloud, pay attention to the words with reduced vowels, and
underline them.
1. All the ASEAN countries have a long history.
2. The ASEAN countries are rich in natural resources.
3. That agency promotes different business among ASEAN countries.
4. The temperatures in the evening are not lower than 20°C.
5. It is interesting to study the literature of every ethnic group.
6. It is not reasonable for the secretary to finish every task this evening.
7. We need to have general knowledge to understand different cultures.
8. It is comfortable to read books in this library.

4B. Vocabulary
• Words and phrases related to ASEAN
I. Complete the sentences with the words given.
issues eye-opening qualified goals leadership skills
contributions development live stream volunteers cultural exchanges
1. They have set themselves a series of ____goals______ to achieve by the end of the month.
2. Improving your ____leadership skills______ can help you find higher-paid work.
3. The mayors of Tokyo and New York signed an agreement to encourage _____cultural exchanges_____
between the cities.
4. The ASEAN has exercised leadership and argued for policies that support the expansion of trade,
growth and ____development ______ .
5. Some of the current _____issues_____ in the implementation of care management are considered.
6. Charities such as Oxfam are always trying to recruit ___volunteers _______ to help in their work.
7. All ____contributions ______ for the school magazines must be received by October 1.
8. She was extraordinarily well ____qualified ______ to take part in the project.
9. I used my phone to ____live stream ______ from Times Square, New York City.
10. The film ‘China Blue’ is a(n) ___eye-opening _______ look into the lives of sweatshops.

II. Fill in each blank in the following sentences with the correct word below.
relations economic maintenance community
solutions principle trust stability
1. Viet Nam always desires to work with its partners on the basis of the ____principle______ of respect
for independence, sovereignty, equality and mutual benefit.
2. International programmes should aim to enhance cooperation for peace, ____stability______ and
development.
3. In the past years, high __economic___ growth has enabled Viet Nam to increase people’s living
standards.
4. Viet Nam is consistently a friend and reliable partner to all nations, and a responsible member of the
international ____community______ .
5. That ASEAN Summit tried to find appropriate ____solutions______ to further accelerate the course of
building the ASEAN Community.

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6. Viet Nam always desires to work with its partners to build and reinforce strategic _____trust_____ for
peace, cooperation and development.
7. We are glad to see the strong development of ____relations______ between ASEAN and its partners.
8. Regular dialogue and cooperation contribute to the ____maintenance______ of peace and security in
the region.

III. Choose the correct words.

1. Education is one of the basic human rights written into the United Nations Charter / Constitution.
2. Lifetime employment gives employees greater career solidarity / stability.
3. We focus / maintain contact with old school friends when we have left school.
4. Some Central Asian countries used to belong to the former Soviet bloc / region.
5. His mother is an active member of our school’s parent-teacher community / association, and she tried
to arrange activities to raise money for it.
6. The meetings stated the need to strengthen regional principle / co-operation in ASEAN.
7. Local people expressed solidarity / stability with the government’s measures to fight against the
COVID-19 pandemic.
8. The right to speak freely is written into the rules / constitution of many countries.
9. Manchester City dominated / focused throughout the football match.
10. There are three fundamental principals / principles of teamwork.

IV. Fill in each blank in the passage with the correct word below.
frequently affecting bloc host relations
issues pressure consequently annually heads
ASEAN Summit
The organization holds meetings, known as the ASEAN Summit, where 1____heads____ of government
of each member meet to discuss and resolve regional 2_____issues_____ , as well as to conduct other
meetings with other countries outside the 3____bloc____ with the intention of promoting external
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___relations___.
The ASEAN Leaders’ Formal Summit was first held in Bali, Indonesia in 1976. Its third meeting was
held in Manila in 1987 and during this meeting, it was decided that the leaders would meet every five
years. 5____Consequently______ , the fourth meeting was held in Singapore in 1992 where the leaders
again agreed to meet more 6_____frequently_____ , deciding to hold the summit every three years. In
2001, it was decided to meet 7_____annually_____ to address urgent issues 8____affecting______ the
region. Member nations were assigned to be the summit 9___host____ in alphabetical order except in the
case of Myanmar which dropped its 2006 hosting rights in 2004 due to 10____pressure______ from the
United States and the European Union.

V. Fill in each blank in the passage with the correct word / phrase below.
process road map role prioritise income
connectivity diverse community pillars region
ASEAN Turns Diversity into an Advantage
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ASEAN is the most ___diverse_______ organisation in the world. The richest member has an
average 2____income___ per capita 76 times higher than that of the poorest country. The biggest member
has a population 600 times larger than the smallest. ASEAN has turned diversity into an advantage in the
development and integration 3_____process_____ of each country and the entire 4____region______ .
Together with the European Union, ASEAN is evaluated as one of the most successful regional
organisations.
In the 2025 ASEAN Community’s Vision, along with a new co-operation 5 __road map____ on
boosting internal 6____connectivity______ , the bloc will 7____prioritise______ institutional
improvements and elevation of co-operation effectiveness among the three 8___pillars____ of politics-

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security, economics and socio-culture. The vision’s important emphasis is bringing ASEAN into a(n)
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____community______ working for people and taking people as the central 10____role______ .
VI. Fill in each blank in the text with ONE suitable word.
The ASEAN School Games (ASG) are the annual games for ASEAN schools. The ASEAN Schools
Sports Council (ASSC) is a regional sports organization that promotes sports among 1 ____member
______ countries.
The ASEAN School Games are an annual sporting event which aims to enhance friendship among
students around the Southeast Asian region. It also seeks to promote ASEAN solidarity among the youth
through school sports and provide 2 ____opportunities ______ for school athletes to engage in cultural 3
____exchanges ______.
The 1st ASG were organized by Thailand in 2009, and the 5 th ASEAN School Games were hosted in
Ha Noi by Viet Nam. It was the first time Viet Nam hosted the annual event which was 4 ___open ____ to
under-18 athletes and school students from eight ASEAN countries. Swimming, athletics, and pencak
silat gave most number of 5 ____medals______ to Vietnamese teen athletes.

• Prepositions
VII. Complete each sentence with the correct preposition.
1. Mai is well qualified ____for______ her new role in the programme.
2. Nam has taken an active part ____in______ getting the ASEAN youth together for the festival.
3. He was the sort of person you could depend ____on______ .
4. The council had discussions ____on/ about______ issues such as housing and living conditions.
5. I try to reply _____to_____ emails the day I receive them.
6. Public awareness ____of______ the problem will make the authorities take it seriously.
7. Schools should do more to prepare children ____for______ the world of work.
8. She’s not keen ____on______ being told what to do.
9. Southeast Asian literature is the main theme ____of______ this year’s festival.
10. Nothing could be more important ____to______ me than my family.
11. There is also a relay broadcast and a livestream ____on______ the Internet.
12. He used to do late-night talk show __on____ the radio, with people all phoning in __with___ their
problems.

4C. Grammar
• Gerunds as subjects and objects
I. Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verbs given. Use each verb once only.
write study make live eat work
see move walk become smoke go out
1. ____Smoking ______ is unhealthy, but a lot of people find it difficult to stop.
2. I’m fed up with ____living ______ in the city - it’s too dirty and crowded.
3. I enjoy ____working ______ in the garden at weekends.
4. I have decided to stop ____going out___ in the evenings so that I can save some money for my
holidays.
5. He’s an artistic person - very good at _____writing _____ poetry.
6. They don’t like ____walking ______ , and go everywhere by car.
7. She’s going to continue ____studying ______ for another two years, until her exams.
8. They are thinking of ____moving______ house.
9. ‘That machine? Oh, it’s used for ____making ______ toasted sandwiches.’
10. They have given up ____eating ______ meat.
11. We are looking forward to ____seeing ______ you.
12. Before ____becoming ______ a teacher, he worked in advertising.

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II. Complete the sentences with the verbs into the gerund, and use the correct preposition given.
about (x2) on (x2) in at for
to of without from by
1. We talked ______about going ____ (go) to Hoi An for our holiday.
2. I look forward ____to seeing ______ (see) you again next year.
3. She is tired _____from working _____ (work) for that company.
4. _____On opening_____ (open) the front door I walked slowly through it.
5. We got into the house _____by climbing _____ (climb) through a window.
6. Are you interested _____in joining _____ (join) the school club?
7. He is very keen _____on swimming _____ (swim) at the moment.
8. She is very good _____at listening_____ (listen) to what people say.
9. This is used _____for cutting _____ (cut) metal.
10. I’m tired _____of coming _____ (come) to the same place every week.
11. She is worried ____about not getting ______ (not get) to the airport in time.
12. The car drove off _____without stopping _____ (stop)

III. Complete the sentences with the gerund form of the verbs in brackets, and a suitable
preposition if necessary.
1. Were you successful _____in seeing _____ (see) the manager?
2. Is Mai fond ____of swimming ______ (swim)?
3. He needs more practice ____of spelling ______ (spell).
4. There’s no use _____(in) phoning _____ (phone) Mr. Nam. He’s not at home now.
5. There is little chance ____of seeing______ (see) him today.
6. This book is well worth ____reading ______ (read).
7. He was prevented _____from finishing _____ (finish) his work by his illness.
8. They are thinking _____of moving _____ (move) to the countryside.
9. She has had little experience ____in teaching ______ (teach).
10. He insisted ___on helping _______ (help) me with the report.

IV. Rewrite the sentences starting with a gerund. You may need to change some words.
1. A good way of keeping fit is to swim every day.
1. Swimming every day is a good way of keeping fit.
2. It takes a long time to learn a foreign language.
2. Learning a foreign language takes a long time.
3. Clean the machine more often - that will solve your problems.
3. Cleaning the machine more often will solve your problems.
4. Grow your own food. It’s less expensive.
4. Growing your own food is less expensive.
5. It is cheaper to go by train than by plane.
5. Going by train is cheaper than (going) by plane.
6. It’s not pleasant to be in hospital.
6. Being in hospital is not pleasant.
7. It is forbidden to walk on the grass.
7. Walking on the grass is forbidden.
8. It is difficult to be polite to someone you don’t like.
8. Being polite to someone you don’t like is difficult.
9. One thing I can’t do is swim on my back.

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 9. Swimming on my back is one thing I can’t do.
10. It is impossible to park your car during office hours.
10. Parking your car during office hours is impossible.

V. Complete the sentences with the gerund structures in your own words.
1. She is not interested in learning the second language.
2. We both enjoy playing badminton in our free time .
3. We went straight home instead of going to the park .
4. Do you mind helping me with this homework ?
5. We are considering holding a history field trip.
6. You can’t blame him for making that mistake.
7. They are thinking of having a foreign holiday.
8. He left suddenly without saying goodbye.

VI. Choose the correct words.

1. I always enjoy chatting / to chat on the internet with my friends.
2. Eating / To eat healthy food is good for you.
3. We went to the cinema last night seeing / to see the new science fiction film.
4. Tom intends arriving / to arrive on time for school from now on.
5. My favourite activity is playing / play football with my friends.
6. We need taking / to take some sandwiches for the trip tomorrow.
7. I don’t want wasting / to waste time today. I’m too busy.
8. I regret wasting / to waste so much time watching TV.

VII. Complete the following sentences with the correct form (gerund or to-infinitive) of the verbs
below.
move make have hike
visit share watch enjoy
1. Watching sepak takraw in play feels more like ___watching ____ a dance performance than a game.
2. In Luang Prabang, foreign visitors enjoy ____visiting __ local markets, temples and pagodas.
3. We expected _____to hike _____ to the top of the mountain to see the Preah Vihear Temple in
Cambodia.
4. The Jour guide recommends ____making______ a tour of the Bolaven Plateau in Laos.
5. Travelling on a cruise boat down the Tonle Sap and the Mekong River enables you ___ to enjoy ____
the beautiful landscape of Cambodian countryside.
6. Singapore succeeded in ____moving ______ street food sellers into food centers.
7. It will always be good ___to have _______ the umbrella with you when come to Singapore.
8. After our visit to Singapore, we wanted __to share__ our holiday memories with others by writing
blogs.

4D. Reading
I. Read the passage about SEAMEO, and then answer the questions. SEAMEO
The Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization (SEAMEO) is a regional intergovernmental
organization established in 1965 among governments of Southeast Asian countries to promote regional
cooperation in education, science, and culture in the region. The organization's highest policy-making
body is the SEAMEO Council, which comprises the 10 Southeast Asian education ministers. The
SEAMEO Secretariat is located in Bangkok, Thailand.

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Viet Nam, re-admitted as a SEAMEO Member State on February 10, 1992, by the SEAMEO Council,
hosts the SEAMEO Regional Training Center (SEAMEO RETRAC) in Ho Chi Minh City. The Center
started its very first operations in October, 1996.
SEAMEO RETRAC assists SEAMEO Member Countries, especially Cambodia, Lao PDR, Myanmar and
Viet Nam, to identify and tackle problems of leadership and management in education at all levels. In
addition, SEAMEO RETRAC offers language training, teacher training, information communication and
technology (ICT) and other training programs customized to the learners’ needs.

1. What does SEAMEO promote?

1. It promotes regional cooperation in education, science and culture in the region.
2. What does the SEAMEO Council comprise?
2. It comprises the 10 Southeast Asian education ministers.
3. When did SEAMEO RETRAC start its first operations in Viet Nam?
3. It started its first operations in Ho Chi Minh City in October, 1996.
4. What are the functions of SEAMEO RETRAC?
4. Its functions are to identify and tackle problems of leadership and management in education at
all levels.
5. What services does SEAMEO RETRAC offer?
5. It offers language training, teacher training, information communication and technology (ICT)
and other training programs customized to the learners’ needs.

II. Read the passage, and then decide whether the statements are true (T) or false (F).
Batik Skirts in the South
Although there is disagreement on the origins of batik, most agree the colorful cloth reached Java in
Indonesia by the 7th century. Its production technique spread throughout the island, then over the centuries
batik spread to Sumatra and north into Malaysia’s coastal areas and southern Thailand.
Javanese batik displays the peoples’ view of the universe. Three traditional, easy-to-obtain colours are
used - indigo, brown, and white - which represent the three major Hindu Gods: Brahma, Vishnu and Siva.
The nobility have special patterns, with wider stripes or wavy lines indicating a higher rank.
Sumatra’s batik dates to the 13 th century. Sumatra’s ethnic groups have their own styles of batik, which
use clay for the dye. Other Indonesian islands have batik similar to those found in Java and Sumatra.
The first introduction of Malaysian batik is in the 17 th century. Today, tourists can find Malaysian batik
on the east coast in Johor, Kelantan, Terengganu, and Pahang. Motifs tend to be of plants but geometric
shapes as human and animal images are taboo.
Batik finally made its way to southern Thailand, and locals still wear it as their daily clothes or as
uniforms at work. Themes vary from the islands landscape and important parts of island culture such as
coconut shells, palm trees, tropical flowers, and fishing boats.
Batik has made a significant contribution to Singapore’s arts scene, with traditional and contemporary
presentations.
So critical is batik to the Javanese and all of Indonesia that in 2009, UNESCO designated Indonesian
batik as a Masterpiece of Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity.

1. People don’t know exactly the origins of batik. ___T___

2. Batik has got its way to several countries in Southeast Asia. ___T____
3. Designs of batik may express the religious views. ___T____
4. People have used the dyes that are available in their region. ___T____
5. Based on the colours of batik, people can guess how senior the person is in Indonesia. ___F____
6. Sumatra’s ethnic groups have their own styles of batik, and use the same material for the dye as people
in Java. ___F___
7. Today batik is very popular throughout Malaysia. ___F____
8. Designs for batik tend to be human and animal images in Malaysia or Thailand. ___F____
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9. Local people in southern Thailand still wear batik in their daily life. __T____
10. Batik is of great importance to Indonesia and its people. ___T____

III. Read the text, and then do the tasks that follow.
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations, or ASEAN, was established on 8 th August 1967 in
Bangkok, Thailand, with the signing of the ASEAN Declaration by the Founding Members of ASEAN,
namely Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore and Thailand.
Brunei Darussalam then joined in 1984, Viet Nam in 1995, Lao PDR and Myanmar in 1997, and
Cambodia in 1999, making up what is today the ten Member States of ASEAN.
The ASEAN Vision 2020, adopted by the ASEAN Leaders on the 30 th Anniversary of ASEAN,
agreed on a shared vision of ASEAN, living in peace, stability, and prosperity, bonded together in
partnership in dynamic development and in a community of caring societies.
At the 9th ASEAN Summit in 2003, the ASEAN Leaders resolved that an ASEAN Community shall
be established. The ten members of ASEAN inked the 2015 Kuala Lumpur Declaration on the
Establishment of the ASEAN Community which will see a community formed on 31st December 2015.
The ASEAN Community is comprised of three pillars, namely the ASEAN Political- Security
Community, ASEAN Economic Community and ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community.
The ASEAN Charter serves as a firm foundation in achieving the ASEAN Community by providing
legal status and institutional framework for ASEAN. The ASEAN Charter came into force on 15th
December 2008. A gathering of the ASEAN Foreign Ministers was held at the ASEAN Secretariat in
Jakarta to mark this very historic occasion for ASEAN.

Task 1. Answer the following questions.

1. What are the Founding Members of ASEAN?
1. They are Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore and Thailand.
2. What was stated in the ASEAN Vision 2020?
2. The ASEAN Leaders agreed on a shared vision of ASEAN, living in peace, stability and
prosperity, bonded together in partnership in dynamic development and in a community of caring
societies.
3. When was the ASEAN Community formed?
3. The ASEAN Community was formed on 31st December 2015.
4. What are the three pillars of the ASEAN Community?
4. They are the ASEAN Political-Security Community, ASEAN Economic Community and
ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community.
5. What are the functions of the ASEAN Charter?
5. The ASEAN Charter serves as a firm foundation in achieving the ASEAN Community by
providing legal status and institutional framework for ASEAN.

Task 2. Match a word / phrase in the text with the definition.

1. resolve __1-B___ A. a basic part of an organization
2. ink __2-E___ B. reach a decision
3. pillar __3-A___ C. the structure of a particular system
4. framework __4-C___ D. (of a law, rule...) start being used
5. come into force __5-D___ E. sign a document

IV. Read the text, and then do the tasks that follow.
Opened in 1971, Jurong Bird Park is Singapore’s first wildlife park and Asia’s largest bird park,
offering a haven for more than 5,000 birds across 400 species. The park aims to enhance visitors’
understanding and appreciation of the colourful avian world through naturalistic exhibits, interactive
feeding sessions and world-class bird shows.

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 Jurong Bird Park is home to four large free-flight aviaries which mirror the natural habitats of birds
from all over the world. For example, the Waterfall Aviary, one of the world’s largest walk-in aviaries,
home to more than 600 birds and a 30-metre- high waterfall. Penguin Coast is home to nearly 100
penguins across five species, and Pelican Cove houses the world’s most comprehensive collection of
pelicans.
The park has been successful in breeding many rare and endangered species of birds. It received the
Breeders’ Award from the American Pheasant and Waterfowl Society in 2001.
The Bird Discovery Centre of Jurong Bird Park provides a ‘living classroom’ for visitors to learn
about the avian world, from the life stages of a bird to exploring how birds command mastery of the sky.
The park hosts a variety of educational programmes for students. These comprise of day trips, overnight
camps, behind-the-scenes tours, workshops, and wildlife publications.
Jurong Bird Park is the only park with an Avian Hospital in the Asia Pacific region.

Task 1. Answer the following questions.

1. What is Jurong Bird Park considered?
1. It is considered Singapore’s first wildlife park and Asia’s largest bird park.
2. What does the park aim to do?
2. The park aims to enhance/improve visitors’ understanding and appreciation of the colourful
avian world through naturalistic exhibits, interactive feeding sessions and world-class bird shows.
3. What can visitors see at Penguin Coast and Pelican Cove?
3. They can see nearly 100 penguins across five species at Penguin Coast, and the world’s most
comprehensive collection of pelicans at Pelican Cove.
4. What has the park been successful in?
4. It has been successful in breeding many rare and endangered species of birds.
5. What is the role of the Bird Discovery Centre of Jurong Bird Park?
5. It provides a ‘living classroom’ for visitors to learn about the avian world (from the life stages
of a bird to exploring how birds command mastery of the sky).
6. What educational programmes for students does the park offer?
6. It offers day trips, overnight camps, behind-the-scenes tours, workshops and wildlife
publications.

Task 2. Match the underlined words in the text with the definitions.
1. haven (n) __1-F__ A. a large cage or building for keeping birds in
2. enhance (v) __2-D__ B. including all that may be concerned
3. avian (adj) __3-G__ C. represent something honestly
4. aviary (n) __4-A__ D. improve
5. mirror (v) __5-C__ E. control or power of something
6. house (v) __6-H__ F. a safe or peaceful place
7. comprehensive (adj) __7-B__ G. of or connected with birds
8. mastery (n) __8-E__ H. give a person or animal a place to live

V. Choose the word or phrase among A, B, C or D that best fits the blank space in the following
passage.
ASEAN’s diversity presents hundreds of traditional dances with interesting histories.
Cambodia’s 1 _______ Apsara dance dates back more than 1,000 years, and has its roots in animism
with Hindu forms introduced during the time of Indian 2 _______ beginning in the 1st century. However,
between the 12th and the 15th centuries, the Apsara dance took on a more Khmer identity by 3 _______
movements and meaning during the early Angkor era.
Due to its size and varying influences, Indonesia is 4 _______ to dozens of traditional dances, though
a few are more well-known than others. Traditional Indonesian dance 5 _______ the people’s rich

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diversity. Bali’s three most famous dances - the Sanghyang (Trance), Kecak (Monkey Dance) and the
Fire Dance - each tells stories of bringing 6 _______ to the villages.
Anyone visiting an ethnic village in Laos will find themselves learning the basics of some form of
local dance. In Lamvong, a circle of men is surrounded by a(n) 7 _______ circle of women. Different
ethnic groups have their distinct dances 8 _______ their beliefs and legends.
Traditional dance forms an 9 _______ part of the culture and history of Viet Nam. The movements
are graceful, elegant, and smooth, and many of the motions depict nature such as flowing rivers, swaying
trees, blooming flowers, and flying birds. Others 10_______ daily activities, such as harvesting, boat
rowing, or washing silk. Among the most popular dances are the conical hat dance, the fan dance, the
royal lotus dance, and the ancient drum dance.

1. A. modem B. traditional C. ancient D. prehistoric

2. A. power B. behaviour C. influence D. affect
3. A. adding B. putting C. making D. developing
4. A. village B. family C. house D. home
5. A. returns B. increases C. reflects D. affects
6. A. problem B. peace C. quiet D. easiness
7. A. inner B. small C. round D. outer
8. A. combined at B. consisted of C. based on D. separated from
9. A. excited B. available C. easy D. integral
10. A. perform B. describe C. do D. make

4E. Speaking
• Everyday English
I. Choose the correct response. Then practise the short exchanges in pairs.
1. A: What’s the home of Sepak Takraw and B: a/ They’re events in the ASEAN Games.
Pencak Silat? b/ It’s Indonesia, I think.
2. A: What does ‘Lamvong’ mean? B: a/ ‘Circle dance’. I think so.
b/ It’s the most popular folk dance in Laos.
3. A: What are the six majors of ASEAN? B: a/ They’re the number of ASEAN members.
b/ They’re the largest economies in ASEAN.
4. A: Religions in ASEAN are diverse. B: a/ Right. People follow various religions.
b/ Sure. Many people don’t follow any.
5. A: Are there any sports events for students in B: a/ They’re the ASEAN Games.
ASEAN? b/ They’re the ASEAN School Games.
6. A: Thailand is called ‘Land of Smiles’. B: a/ It means smiles can be seen anywhere.
b/ It means the Thai are very friendly.
7. A: Do you know which ASEAN member is B: a/ It’s Laos with no sea coast.
landlocked? b/ It’s completely surrounded by land.
8. A: Indonesia consists of over 1,000 islands. B: a/ They’re the tourist attractions with
beautiful views.
b/ Right. It has many monuments in Jakarta.
9. A: I’d like to study in Singapore. B: a/ Singapore has got many beautiful islands.
b/ You must study English well.
10. A: I’ m preparing a presentation about B: a/ Have you got enough information?
ASEAN. b/ Did you feel nervous then?

• Discussing necessary qualifications for joining a programme

II. Complete the dialogue with the phrases below. There is one extra that you do not need.

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 A. young people more opportunities to build their digital literacy skills
B. have many social media followers
C. who specialize in digital security and digital literacy
D. Why do you want to be a part of the Youth Advisory Group?
E. the need for digital literacy in the fight against misinformation and disinformation
F. Youths under the age of 18 will have to obtain the permission of their parents.
Nick: Hi, Mai. Have you ever heard of the ASEAN Digital Literacy Programme? They are asking high
school students to join in the ASEAN Youth Advisory Group of this programme?
Mai: What are the members of the Advisory Group going to do?
Nick: I think they have to raise awareness of 1 _____E. the need for digital literacy in the fight
against misinformation and disinformation_____
Mai: So they have to fight against ‘fake news’? Are there any more tasks for them, Nick?
Nick: Besides that, they have to give 2 ____A. young people more opportunities to build their digital
literacy skills____
Mai: Have you known any requirements to become a member of that group?
Nick: You have to be a youth between the ages of 15 to 35 is eligible. 3 _____F. Youths under the age
of 18 will have to obtain the permission of their parents._____
Mai: How about the qualifications?
Nick: First, young people 4 ____C. who specialize in digital security and digital literacy_____
will be preferred for engagement.
Mai: Anything else, Nick?
Nick: Yes. Second, young individuals can incorporate personal experiences into their activities, and
they 5 ____B. have many social media followers______
Mai: Thank you, Nick.

• Giving and responding to compliments

III. Choose the correct responses.
1. “How lovely your pets are!” - “_________”
A. Thank you. It’s nice of you to say so. B. Really? They are always very nice.
C. Can you say that again? D. I love them, too.
2. Daisy: “What an attractive hair style you have got, Mary!” - Mary: “_______”
A. Thank you very much. I’m afraid. B. You’re telling a lie.
C. Thank you for your compliment! D. I don’t like your sayings.
3. “_______” - “Thank you. We are proud of him.”
A. Your kid is naughty. B. Your child is just a genius.
C. I can give him a lift to school. D. Can we ask your child to take a photo?
4. “You’re so patient with us.” - “_________”
A. Thanks. Have a nice trip.
B. I’m fine. Thanks.
C. I know. I have trouble controlling my temper.
D. Thanks. That’s nice of you to say so.
5. Mai: “Wow, I’ve never seen such a nice cell phone, Nam.” - Nam: “_______”
A. Oh, I don’t know. B. Thank you. I’m glad you like it.
C. You’re welcome. D. I agree with you.
6. Ann: “How well you are playing, Peter!” - Peter: “_______”
A. Say it again. I like to hear your words. B. Thank you too much.
C. Many thanks, that’s a nice compliment. D. I think so. I’m too proud of myself.
7. Mike: “Your parents must be proud of your result at school.” - John: “_______”
A. Sorry to hear that. B. I am glad you like it.
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 C. Thanks. It's certainly encouraging. D. Of course.
8. Son: “I got 100 for TOEFL iBT.” - Mother: “_______”
A. Good for you. Thank you. B. I’m glad you say so.
C. Well done, son! I’m very proud of you. D. You can do it.
9. Diana: “The reference book you lent me last week is so helpful for my science report, Ann.”
Ann: “_______”
A. Keep your nose out of my business. B. Well, mind your words.
C. I’m happy to hear that. D. You can’t believe it.
10. Ms. Hoa: “You did a really good job on your mid-term test. Keep going.” - Nick: “_______”
A. I knew it. Thank you, my teacher. B. Thank you for your compliment.
C. Yes, it was sure for me to do so. D. Thanks a lot. I owe you one.

4F. Writing
• Introducing an AESAN member state
I. Write complete sentences about Singapore, using the words / phrases given in their correct forms.
You can add some more necessary words, but you have to use all the words given.
1. Singapore / founded / Sir Thomas Stamford Raffles / he / declare / Singapore / free port
1. Singapore was founded by Sir Thomas Stamford Raffles, and he declared Singapore a free port.
2. the people / Singapore / largely descendants / immigrants / Malay Peninsula / China / Indian sub-
continent
2. The people of Singapore are largely descendants of immigrants from the Malay Peninsula,
China, and the Indian sub-continent.
3. in just 150 years / Singapore / grow / developing centre / commerce and industry
3. In just 150 years, Singapore has grown into a developing centre of commerce and industry.
4. Singapore / unique country / where / we / a harmonious blend / culture / cuisine / arts / architecture
4. Singapore is a unique country where we will have a harmonious blend of culture, cuisine, arts
and architecture.
5. the Merlion / have / lion head / fish body / resting / a crest of waves / designed / an emblem / the
Singapore Tourism Board (STB) / 1964
5. The Merlion, which has a lion head and a fish body resting on a crest of waves, was designed as
an emblem for the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) in 1964.

II. Write complete sentences about Brunei Darussalam, using the words/ phrases given in their
correct forms. You can add some more necessary words, but you have to use all
the words given.
1. Brunei Darussalam / known / “Abode of Peace” / situated / the island of Borneo / sharing/ boundaries /
both East Malaysia / Indonesia
1. Brunei Darussalam, known as "Abode of Peace", is situated on the island of Borneo, sharing its
boundaries with both East Malaysia and Indonesia.
2. Brunei / also / gateway / the island of Borneo / travellers / coming / this island
2. Brunei is also the gateway to the island of Borneo for travellers coming to this island.
3. the country / governed / monarchy / and / Sultan / head / state
3. The country is governed by a monarchy, and the Sultan is the head of the state.
4. the country’s main resources / come / oil and gas industry / and / tourism / second growing industry
4. The country’s main resources come from the oil and gas industry, and tourism is the second
growing industry.
5. Malay / national language / and / English / spoken widely / the country
5. Malay is the national language, and English is spoken widely in the country.

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