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Lê Hoàng An (Chủ biên)

ThS. Nguyễn Thị Hoàng Lan - ThS. Lưu Tú Oanh - ThS. Nguyễn Ngọc Anh
Lê Thị Ánh Hồng - Bùi Thị Nguyên Ngọc - Nguyễn Thị Thanh Hương
SÁCH ĐIỆN TỬ TƯƠNG TÁC
BỔ TRỢ kiến thức

TIẾNG ANH Cấp Trung học cơ sở
(Biên soạn theo CT GDPT 2018)
LỚP 8 - TẬP 1
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UNIT 1 LEISURE TIME
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. surprise B. skipping C. invite D. dislike
2. A. activity B. family C. badminton D. message
3. A. food B. pool C. boot D. good
4. A. future B. museum C. pumpkin D. usual
Choose the best option A, B, C or D to indicate the word whose stress

pattern differs from the other three in each of the following questions.
5. A. leisure B. special C. travel D. enjoy
6. A. animal B. museum C. interest D. physical
7. A. cinema B. comedy C. computer D. usually
8. A. listen B. detest C. prefer D. create
Choose the best option A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each

of the following questions.
9. My classmates adore ___________ photos and posting them on Facebook.

A. showing B. making C. taking D. doing
10. Teenagers dislike ___________ thoughts with their parents.

A. share B. sharing C. to share D. to sharing
11. Rose loves ___________ origami. She shares this hobby with her little sister.
A. to do B. to make C. do D. make
12. One of the leisure activities I like most ___________ doing DIY.
A. was B. were C. is D. are
13. They prefer playing football ___________ watching football matches.

A. better than B. for C. than D. to
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14. Mary is crazy ___________ doing puzzles because she thinks it’s good
___________ her brain.
A. for/ about B. about/ for

C. about/ of D. in / for
15. We don’t mind___________ our parents ___________ the housework.
A. help/ with B. helping/ for

C. to help/ for D. helping/ with
16. Why don’t you take up a sport? It will improve your ___________ health.
A. physic B. physically C. physical D. physics
17. She is _____________ travelling. She wants to become a tour guide in the future.
A. on B. into C. onto D. about
18. Playing sports helps us ___________ in shape and reduce stress.

A. stay B. keep C. fit D. remain
19. Phong: Would you like to come to my house for dinner this Sunday evening?
Lan: _____________
A. Yes, I will come. B. Me? Great!

C. I’d love to. Thanks. D. That’s good.
20. Duong: Do you fancy going to the cinema with us tonight?
Minh: ______________
A. That’s great, but I’m busy. B. Yes, I do.

C. Can I tell you later? D. No, I can’t.
Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each

of the following sentences.
21. They are interested in collecting coins from different countries.

A. like B. fond of C. enjoy D. good at
22. My elder sister is fond of surfing the Internet to update information.

A. going to B. getting to C. connecting to D. coming in
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Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in
each of the following sentences.
23. Tony and his brother hate staying indoors. They prefer outdoor activities.
A. dislike B. mind C. fancy D. fond
24. The traditional costume of Korean is “Hanbuk”.

A. original B. fashionable C. old D. modern
Choose the best option A, B, C or D to indicate the underlined part that

needs correction in each of the following questions.
25. Henry is interested (A) of reading folk tales (B) because they remind (C) him of
his (D) childhood.
26. (A) Travelling to far places (B) is a good chance (C) for me to (D) broadening my
mind.
27. (A) In my opinion, (B) reading is one of (C) the most interesting (D) indoors
activities.
28. Leisure (A) activities can help you (B) feel more (C) relaxing and (D) make more
friends.
Read the following passage and choose the best answer A, B, C or D to

indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
British people often have to work five days a week from Monday to Friday. The
weekends are a time for many leisure activities in Britain. People enjoy various
indoor and outdoor activities in Britain. According to the EU’s statistical office, British
people spend about 45% of their free time watching television, 24% of their free
time socialising , 22-23% on sport and hobbies, and 10% on other activities. Other
popular leisure activities are listening to the radio, listening to pre-recorded music,
reading, DIY, gardening, eating out and going to the cinema.
The most common leisure activity in the UK is watching television. The average
viewing time is 25 hours per person per week. Almost every household has at least
one television set. The second most popular activity in Britain is visiting or entertaining
friends or relations. Another popular leisure activity is gardening. The British are
known as a nation of gardeners. Most people have a garden on their property. Every
town in Britain has one or more DIY centers and garden centres. These are like
supermarkets for the home and garden. These places are very popular with British
home-owners at the weekends.

29. What is the passage mainly about?
A. Leisure activities
B. British people
C. British leisure activities
D. The most popular activity in leisure time
30. Which of the following statements is true?
A. British people go to work every day.
B. British people spend their most leisure time on watching TV.
C. Sports and hobbies are the second most popular activity in Britain.
D. Not all towns have a garden centre.
31. What are DIY centers and garden centres compared to?
A. supermarkets for the home and garden
B. a nation of gardeners
C. outdoor activities
D. British home-owners
32. What is NOT mentioned in the passage?
A. listening to music
B. socialising
C. doing DIY
D. going to the supermarket
33. How many hours do British people spend on watching TV?
A. 2 days at weekend
B. about 25 hours a week
C. any free time thay have
D. no information

34. What are “These places”?
A. supermarkets B. DIY centers

C. DIY and garden centers D. home and garden
Read the following passage and choose the best option A, B, C, or D to

indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.
The latest addiction (35) ___________ trap thousands of people is the Internet,
which has been blamed for broken relationships, job losses, financial ruin, and even
suicide. Psychologists now recognize Internet Addiction Syndrome (IAS) as a new
illness that could cause serious problems and ruin many lives.
IAS is (36) ___________ to other problems like gambling, smoking and
drinking: addicts have dreams about the Internet; they need to use (37) ___________
as the first thing in the morning; they lie to their parents and partners about how much
time they spent online; they wish they could cut down, (38) ___________ are unable
to do so. A recent study found that many users (39) ___________ up to 40 hours
a week on the Internet. Some of the addicts are teenagers who are already hooked
(40) ___________ computer games and who find it very difficult to resist the games
on the Internet.
35. A. to B. with C. for D. in

36. A. different B. same C. like D. similar
37. A. them B. it C. such D. x
38. A. so B. and C. however D. but
39. A. bring B. take C. spend D. make
40. A. on B. about C. at D. in
Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning as the
sentence before it, using the word given in brackets. Don’t change the given
word in any way.
41. Do you fancy riding a bike around the central park for exercise? (fonD.
______________________________________________________________.
42. Lucy doesn’t like to do the housework, but she doesn’t hate to do it. (minD.
______________________________________________________________.

43. They find listening to music relaxing. (think)
______________________________________________________________.
44. Jack likes making models, but he even likes doing DIY better. (prefers)
______________________________________________________________.
45. I learned how to carve eggshells from my uncle. (taught)
______________________________________________________________.
Make up sentences using the prompts.
46. I / love / jog/ free time.
______________________________________________________________.
47. I / start/ hobby/ when/ I/ realize/ benefits/ the Internet.
______________________________________________________________.
48. I/ need/ nothing/ than/ a good pair/ shoes/ do/ activity.
______________________________________________________________.
49. jogging/ perfect/ refresh yourself/ after/ hard working day.
______________________________________________________________.
50. you/ become/ energetic/ after/ get up early and jog.
______________________________________________________________.

UNIT 2 LIFE IN THE COUNTRYSIDE
questions.
1. A. origin B. quality C. charity D. university
2. A. business B. building C. bus D. guitar
3. A. condition B. police C. second D. month
4. A. movement B. pretty C. difference D. member
Choose the best answer A, B, C or D to indicate the word that differs from
the other three in the meaning or categories.
5. A. fortunate B. cultivate C. pagoda D. countryside
6. A. canal B. cattle C. poultry D. village
7. A. transport B. gather C. harvest D. combine
8. A. entertainment B. community C. description D. technology

9. My uncle works in the ___________ every day, planting and watering the rice.
A. rice crop B. paddy field C. paddy land D. paddy rice
10. It is ___________ time and the farmers are busy collecting their crops.
A. growing B. crop C. planting D. harvest
11. The farmer ___________ his sheep into the barn before the storm.
A. herded B. loaded C. fed D. raised
12. She sang more ___________ than any bird in the forest.
A. beautiful B. beauty C. beautified D. beautifully

13. He drives the ___________ across the wheat field, cutting and threshing the grain.
A. combine machine B. harvesting device

C. combine harvester D. crop machine
14. She decided to raise some ___________ on her farm, such as chickens, ducks
and turkeys.
A. poultry B. pets C. herds D. cattle
15. The little boy tiptoed into the barn ___________ than a mouse.
A. quieter B. more quietly C. more quiet D. as quietly
16. We ___________ fruits in the orchard and made jam and pies with them.
A. unloaded B. picked C. climbed D. ploughed
17. His brother likes to ___________ fish from the river and grill them over a fire.
A. go B. harvest C. hold D. catch
18. The sun rose ___________ than usual over the green hills and fields.
A. earlier B. more early C. more earlier D. early
19. Her home village is ___________ by hills and forests, creating a natural barrier
from the outside world.
A. surround B. surrounding C. surrounded D. surrounds
20. We need some ___________ farmers who can grow delicious and healthy fruits
and vegetables for our farm.
A. well-done B. well-known C. well-trained D. well-fed

21. They have a habit of collecting fresh eggs from their chickens every morning.
A. gathering B. putting C. providing D. delivering
22. After harvesting the apples, they loaded the truck with a lot of fresh fruit and drove
to the market.
A. picked B. provided C. picked D. filled

23. 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
24. The villagers were very hospitable and welcomed us into their home with warmth
and kindness.
A. unfriendly B. welcoming C. helpful D. outgoing

25. The combine harvester (A) makes the process of (B) harvesting the rice much
(C) more quickly and (D) easier for the farmers.
26. The (A) herd (B) of cows (C) were grazing (D) on the field.
27. In the countryside, everything (A) seems (B) to move (C) slower than (D) that in
the city.
28. Everyone (A) in my village (B) works (C) more hardly (D) at harvest time.
Read the following dialogue and choose the best answer A, B, C or D to

Rice is one of the most important (29) ________ in Vietnam. It is grown mainly in
the lowland areas of the Red River Delta and the Mekong Delta, where there is plenty
of water supply from the rivers. It can also be grown on terraced (30) ________ in
the highlands of Sa Pa, where the mountain steps can be utilized to water the crops
instead. Many farmers depend on rice as their main source of food and income.
Growing rice (31) ________ a lot of work, like digging and planting, and also
things like fertilizers and sprays to protect the plants from bugs. Nowadays, some
farmers are starting to farm in ways that are better for the environment. They don’t
harm (32) ________ as much.
Usually, rice crops are harvested 2-3 times a year, depending on (33) ________
factors such as the region, climate, and planting methods.
Rice isn’t just food in Vietnam. It’s part of their culture and history. Owning big
rice fields is a symbol of being rich. The fields also bring in lots of tourists. They come
to see the pretty golden rice during its (34) ________ season.

29. A. vegetables B. crops C. grains D. harvests
30. A. farms B. mountains C. valleys D. fields
31. A. needs B. depends C. uses D. takes
32. A. naturally B. natural C. nature D. naturalize
33. A. similar B. various C. same D. identical
34. A. tourism B. cultivation C. crop D. harvest

A farmer is someone who grows crops and takes care of animals to produce
various necessities such as food and clothing. Farmers can work on large or small
farms. Some farmers sell what they make to people or other businesses. To do this,
they use a variety of techniques and equipment to help their plants and animals grow
well. They need to know a lot about the land and the environment where they work.
They also need to understand how to raise animals and grow crops in an effective way.
In addition to growing crops and raising animals, farmers also play an important
role in maintaining the health of the land and the ecosystem. They try not to use too
many chemicals that can harm plants and animals. They also try to save water and
other things from nature. Farmers are essential to ensuring that people have access
to a safe and reliable food supply, and they work hard to keep up with changing
market demands and consumer preferences.
35. What is the primary purpose of a farmer’s work?
A. To sell equipment to businesses.
B. To find effective ways to produce chemicals.
C. To produce food, clothing, and other necessities.
D. To save water and other things from nature.
36. What do farmers use to help their plants and animals grow well?
A. A single technique for all crops.
B. Various techniques and equipment.
C. Natural weather conditions only.
D. Chemicals with no equipment.

37. What knowledge is important for farmers?
A. Only understanding of animal care.
B. Just knowledge of market demands.
C. Understanding of land, environment, and effective farming.
D. Knowledge of advanced technology.
38. What does the word ‘maintaining’ probably mean?
A. Keeping in good condition. B. Developing.

C. Improving. D. Saving from danger.
39. What role do farmers play in relation to the ecosystem?
A. They get rid of harmful plants and animals.
B. They contribute to harmful chemical use.
C. They help conserve resources and land health.
D. They primarily focus on animal husbandry.
40. What is the significance of farmers in relation to the food supply?
A. They have little impact on food supply.
B. They sometimes help with food distribution.
C. They guarantee a safe and trustworthy source of food.
D. They are only responsible for food production.
sentence before it, using the word(s) given in brackets. Don’t change the given
word in any way.
41. Some people prefer rural life because it offers a peaceful environment away from
the hustle and bustle of the city. (so)
_______________________________________________________________.
42. There are not many entertainment places, however, the local community center
organizes various events that cater to people of all ages. (Although)
_______________________________________________________________.

43. Life in the countryside is simple but it provides an excellent opportunity to relax
and connect with nature. (Even though)
_______________________________________________________________.
44. The couple missed the familiarity of the place and the warmth of the community,
therefore, they decided to come back to their hometown. (because)
_______________________________________________________________.
45. I think these farmers are so friendly and hospitable. (finD.
_______________________________________________________________.
sentence before it.
46. Milking cows is more time-consuming than feeding pigs.
Feeding pigs is not ________________________________________________.
47. Aunt Meggy didn’t finish harvesting the rice as early as her neighbour.
Aunt Meggy’s neighbour finished _____________________________________.
48. Mr Nam is a more careful truck driver than Mr Long.
Mr Nam drives ___________________________________________________.
49. My grandmother used to do the farm work better than she does now.
Now my grandmother doesn’t _______________________________________.
50. Out of all the workers, John picked the apples the most quickly.
John picked _____________________________________________________.

UNIT 3 TEENAGERS
questions.
1. A. mature B. picture C. nature D. pressure
2. A. sour B. out C. ourselves D. pour
3. A. poor B. school C. bamboo D. igloo
4. A. soil B. noise C. avoid D. choir
Choose the best option A, B, C or D to indicate the word main stress syllable
differs from that of the other three in each of the following questions.
5. A. pressure B. teenage C. connect D. website
6. A. account B. advise C. forum D. relax
7. A. prepare B. discuss C. provide D. comment
8. A. variety B. activity C. expectation D. participate

9. I searched the website for the Cambridge English Dictionary software, and then
__________ it onto my computer.
A. downloaded B. uploaded C. got D. checked
10. I find running helps me not only to keep fit but also to __________ on my work
better.
A. reduce B. concentrate C. pay attention D. keep up with
11. When I___________ the bestsellers section, I found that book you were telling
me about.
A. browse B. am browsing C. was browsing D. have browsed
12. The meeting provided those teenagers with a valuable ___________ for
discussing the issue from many diverse aspects.
A. forum B. comment C. practice D. subject

13. Our ___________ are that the youth club will organise activities to satisfy all the
students’ interests.
A. expecting B. expectation C. expects D. expectations
14. I used to log on to my Facebook account and check the ___________ whenever
I had free time, but now I do it once a day only.
A. surfing B. media C. websites D. notifications
15. Study hard _________ you will fail the exam.

A. however B. so C. because D. or
16. Crash diets are not recommended as a means of weight loss for teens,________
they can lead to malnutrition.
A. and B. for C. so D. but
17. Minh: I think we should do something to help the homeless teenagers in our
neighbourhood.
Nam: ___________
A. Nothing can help them.
B. What about organising a tutoring club after school?
C. Sorry, I don’t know.
D. Don’t do that. It is not useful. Let them try themselves.
18. You should bring a raincoat with you ___________ it rains.

A. so B. in case C. or D. and
19. Mai: Can you introduce a social medium that helps me upload my project videos?
– Minh: _____________
A. I would choose TikTok. B. TikTok isn’t my cup of tea.

C. Using TikTok is easy. D. Why use TikTok?
20. __________ spending too much time on social networks, Nam failed the exam.
A. Despite B. In spite of C. Because D. Because of

Choose the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning
to the underlined word in the following questions.
21. You should be focused on your lessons in class or you will not be able to complete
your assignments.
A. inattentive B. paying no attention to

C. giving attention to D. careful
22. He has many classes, but he can still manage his schoolwork well.
A. miss B. participate in C. focus on D. control
Choose the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning

to the underlined word in the following questions.
23. A lot of user-friendly applications can be installed on smartphones for us to learn

English.
A. inconvenient B. uncomfortable C. convenient D. inexpensive
24. Let me connect with some friends and ask them to join our project.
A. lose contact with B. link

C. telephone D. tell

25. We (A) attended a play (B) at the theatre last night. (C) Therefore, it was (D) so
bad that I wanted to leave after the first act.
26. He (A) had to act immediately, (B) so it (C) would be (D) too late.
27. Sensitive students often (A) feel upset (B) easily; (C) however, don’t comment (D)
on subjects that they don’t like.
28. (A) Let’s (B) go swimming (C) in the sea, (D) will we?

Read the passage and answer the questions.
TEENAGERS AND MEDIA CONSUMPTION

Surveys show that many kids are addicted to their smartphones and other mobile
devices. Teenagers are spending a lot of time connecting to their screens – about a
quarter of their day to be exact.
The average teen between 13 and 18 spends about nine hours a day consuming
media that is outside of their school and homework. Kids aged 8 to 12, or tweens,
are spending about six hours in front of screens. They are watching shows, playing
games, connecting on social media and listening to music – sometimes all at the
same time.
Multitasking is the new normal when it comes to homework time. According to a
survey, most teens listen to music while doing their homework, but many also watch
TV (51%) and text (60%). Their responses from the survey indicate that they don’t
think this is a problem and don’t believe it has any effect on the quality of their work.
However, there is evidence suggesting that multitasking may make it harder to retain
information and that you might perform more poorly on the tasks you are doing.
Surveys also find that kids apparently spend more time-consuming media than
connecting with their parents and even their teachers.
29. How much time are teenagers spending using smart phones?
30. What do they do with smart phones?
31. What is the new normal when it is homework time?
32. Does multitasking affect the quality of teens’ homework?
33. Do most teens think that multitasking is not good for their study?
34. Apart from the bad effect on their study, what is another effect of kids using
smart phones?
Read the passage and choose the best option (A, B, C, or D) to indicate the
correct answer to each of the following questions.
As a high school student, I think I have a thorough understanding of the reasons
why teenagers drink alcohol.
Most people would agree that alcohol can be dangerous and quite damaging,
directly or indirectly. The only people who believe otherwise are trying to ignore this fact.
Most people would agree that being drunk isn’t very pleasant since they lose
control over many of their actions, and afterwards, as a direct result, feel terribly sick.

Personally, I feel as though vomiting isn’t much fun, but maybe it’s me.
Okay, let’s be entirely honest. What enjoyment is gained from drinking? I think I
have an answer: Drinking gives a sense of satisfaction.
When I was a secondary school student, my English teacher, for example, put
an envelope on his desk that was labelled “dirty pictures” and he said nobody was to
touch it. This certainly encouraged our curiosity. Similarly, a child feels strongly curious
when being told she or he cannot drink alcohol. Every child loves to disobey the “rules”.
Therefore, she or he wants to try it. The reason why drinking is so popular among high
school students is because they think it is fun and acceptable to break rules.
I have only one piece of advice for these drinkers: take responsibility for yourself
and ask yourself why you are drinking. Teenagers couldn’t give an intelligent answer
to justify their actions. And “It’s fun!” is not an intelligent answer. In short, don’t do this
silly thing, you are impressing no one but other immature people.
35. According to the passage, we know that the writer is ________
A. a high school student.
B. a secondary school student.
C. an adult.
D. a university student.
36. Most people know that __________
A. drinking alcohol is good.
B. drinking alcohol makes them more like adults.
C. drinking alcohol is not good and harmful.
D. drinking alcohol makes them confident.
37. One of the bad effects of being drunk is that ________
A. drinkers feel disappointed afterwards.
B. drinkers get stressed afterwards.
C. drinkers feel terribly sick afterwards.
D. drinkers get shy afterwards.

38. According to the writer, teenagers want to try drinking alcohol because ______.
A. they are curious about what they are told not to do.
B. they think is relaxing.
C. they want to be themselves.
D. they want people to consider the adults.
39. The underlined word “it” indicates ________
A. disobeying the rules.
B. every child.
C. the reason why drinking is popular.
D. drinking alcohol.
40. Finally, the writer wants to tell other teenagers that _________
A. drinking is fun.
B. drinking alcohol is an immature behavior.
C. drinking is a thing every child should try.
D. drinking is acceptable.
word in any way.
41. Ally wants to buy that dress, but she doesn’t have enough money. (Although)
_______________________________________________________________
42. Mai would like to participate in the dancing club, but she can’t arrange her time
for it. (however)
_______________________________________________________________
43. School exams cause a lot of pressure on students, so we should limit the number
of exams as much as possible. (therefore)
_______________________________________________________________

44. School clubs must open after school or at weekends or students can’t take part
in them. (otherwise)
_______________________________________________________________
45. Minh is an active member of the school charity club. He is also an energetic
footballer in our school team. (anD.
_______________________________________________________________
Write complete sentences using the words given.
46. He/ never have/ smartphone before.
_______________________________________________________________
47. Jim/ come/ the show late,/ but/ could see/ main part/ show.
_______________________________________________________________
48. We/ have/ very nice avatar/ our club web page.
_______________________________________________________________
49. She/ leave/ classroom/ when/ she/ see/ he/ so angry.
_______________________________________________________________
50. We/ mustn’t cheat/ exams,/ for/ it/ illegal thing/ do.
_______________________________________________________________

FIRST MID-TERM TEST
questions.
1. A. separate B. waste C. situate D. place
2. A. warned B. fancied C. trained D. disliked
3. A. statue B. stay C. picture D. pasture
4. A. beehives B. animals C. motorists D. nomads
Choose the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary
stress in each of the following questions.
5. A. message B. prefer C. leisure D. harvest
6. A. detest B. cartoon C. become D. cruel
7. A. entertain B. generous C. situate D. countryside
8. A. buffalo B. collection C. countryside D. waterwheel

9. When I saw my uncle in the field, he was loading the rice onto ___________ carts.
A. buffalo - drawing B. buffalo – drawn

C. drawing - buffalo D. drawn – buffalo
10. After doing a communicative course, he speaks English _________ than me.
A. weller B. well C. good D. better
11. You will feel more relaxed ____________ you spend some time in nature.
A. or B. if C. unless D. so
12. She must try to focus more on her studies; __________, she won’t pass her
exams.
A. therefore B. or C. otherwise D. however

13. “Can I carry these suitcases into the room for you?” - “________”
A. You can’t, I think!
B. No, you can’t.
C. Yes, you can.
D. Oh, thanks so much. That’s very kind of you.
14. “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.
15. Lan: Let’s go to the cinema this evening to see the latest Batman.
Susan: ________
A. We don’t have any films.
B. You went to the theatre.
C. Let’s take a seat.
D. I’ve seen the film already.
16. You’re too loud. Can you speak a bit ______?

A. more quietly B. more slowly C. quieter D. slower
17. Kitty is really hooked _____________ playing with her little dog.
A. in B. on C. out D. with
18. Life is sometimes inconvenient _____________ our village has no running water.
A. although B. because C. so D. but
19. The ___________ of the Mekong region is the busy floating markets on the rivers.
A. special B. speciality C. specially D. specialise
20. I _____________ to go out in the rain even if I have an umbrella.

A. hate B. detest C. mind D. adore

21. Nowadays, people in my village use machines to harvest their rice and separate
the grains from the rest of the plant.
A. receive B. take apart C. collect D. get
22. After working hard all day on the farm, I slept soundly from early evening to the
next morning.
A. like a log B. comfortably C. deeply D. like the dead

23. This year, the farmers started harvesting their crops earlier than expected.
A. later B. more lately C. sooner D. faster
24. I love spending time with my family because it’s a great way to connect with them.
A. be friends with B. gather with C. separate from D. unite

25. I (A) think your brother (B) fancies (C) to go to creation centres (D) at weekends.
26. The farmers (A) have to work (B) early in the morning (C) than the collar workers
(D) do.
27. My old car (A) ran (B) slower than my new one, (C) but it is (D) more economical.
28. (A) His English can’t(B) be better (C) if he practices (D) every day.
Read the passage and answer the questions.

The digital landscape has put increased pressure on teenagers today, and we
feel it. There are so many social media channels: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram,
Snapchat, Tumblr, you name it. I made a conscious decision to avoid Snapchat and
Instagram I saw the social pressure they were putting on my 14-year-old little sister.
If my mum turned off the Wi-Fi at 11 pm, my sister would beg me to turn my phone
into a hotspot. She always needed to load her Snapchat stories one more time or to
reply to a message that had come in two minutes ago because she didn’t want her
friend to feel ignored. If I refused, she could get disappointed and say I was ruining

her social life. Even as a teenager as well, I sometimes find this craze a little puzzling.
A new study has found that teenagers who engage with social media during the
night could be damaging their sleep and increasing their risk of anxiety and depression.
In the study, teenagers were asked about the pressure they felt to make themselves
available 24/7 and the resulting anxiety if they did not respond immediately to texts or
posts. The study shows that teens are keen on social media that a fifth of secondary
school pupils will wake up at night and log on just to make sure they don’t miss out.
Perhaps the worst thing about this is that teenagers need more sleep than adults do,
so night-time social media use could be harmful to their health. A lack of sleep can
make teenagers tired, irritable, and depressed.
29. Who in the writer’s family is addicted to social media?
30. Why did the writer avoid using social media?
31. What does the writer think about her sister’s craze?
32. What are the effects of using social media at night on teenagers?
33. Do adults need more sleep than teenagers do?
Read the text and choose the best option (A, B, C, or D) to indicate the
Cultivating rice is the main occupation of many ethnic minorities in the mountainous
region of Northern Viet Nam. As the hilly environment is not suitable for paddy fields,
local people use terrace farming, a special method which transforms the hillside into
steps and steps of flat surfaces. From far, terraced fields look like a giant set of
stairs. Combined with a thin veil of the morning fog, these paddy fields create a
breathtakingly beautiful landscape. Mu Cang Chai, a district of Yen Bai Province, is
famous for its terraced fields. Hmong people who live here have been using terrace
farming for decades and created a huge area of terraced fields. This has captured
the attention of many photographers and tourists, making Mu Cang Chai a popular
tourist attraction.
34. Why does the writer mention Mu Cang Chai District?
A. To give an example of the region where terrace fields exist.
B. To say that Hmong people’s terraced fields are the most famous.
C. To confirm that terraced fields were first created by Hmong people.
D. To show that terraced fields there are the biggest.

35. Why do local people have to create terraced fields?
A. Because they want to make the mountain more beautiful.
B. Because they follow Hmong people’s style.
C. Because the fields may attract lots of photographers and tourists.
D. Because they cannot cultivate rice in hilly terrain.
36. Where do ethnic minorities create their terraced fields?
A. On the mountainous flat surface.
B. In the mountainous region of Northern Viet Nam.
C. In Yen Bai Province.
D. In Mu Cang Chai District.
37. How does the writer describe the beauty of terraced fields?
A. Steps and steps of hilly surfaces.
B. A thin veil of morning fog.
C. A giant set of stairs.
D. All are correct.
38. Which of the following is FALSE about Mu Cang Chai District?
A. It is well-known thanks to its huge area of terraced fields.
B. Hmong people who live here use terraced fields to do their farming.
C. Its terraced fields are favoured by lots of photographers and tourists.
D. It is located near Yen Bai Province.
Complete the passage “How do people relax in other countries?” using the
prompts.
39. People / U.S. / do a lot/ activities / relax/ such/ television viewing/ reading/ playing
sports/ exercising/ because/ love their free time.
_______________________________________________________________
40. Share/ some relaxing activities/ Americans/ Germans/ love/ hang out/ beach.
_______________________________________________________________

41. Another famous German pastime/ go/ saunas/ hot tubs.
_______________________________________________________________
42. The British/ prefer/ garden/ swim/ watch TV/ go/ theatre/ while/ Russian people/
like/ go/ the countryside.
_______________________________________________________________
43. It/ clear/ that/ people/ different countries/ have/ different pastimes.
_______________________________________________________________
sentence before it, using the word given in brackets. Don’t change the given
word in any way.
44. I last came back to my home village two months ago. (have)
_______________________________________________________________
45. I want to join the stamp collectors’ club, but I am too busy with my schoolwork.
(however)
_______________________________________________________________
46. My mother loves to go shopping with her best friends in her spare time. (fonD.
_______________________________________________________________
47. I can do DIY much better than my brother. (as)
_______________________________________________________________
48. Nam swims faster than Ba. (slowly)
_______________________________________________________________
Write a short paragraph (about 60-80 words) about how you deal with your
homework.
_______________________________________________________________ _______________
________________________________________________ ______________________________
_________________________________ _____________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________

UNIT 4 ETHNIC GROUPS OF VIET NAM

questions.
1. A. culture B. ethnic C. costume D. peaceful
2. A. account B. council C. tourist D. mountain
3. A. ethic B. cultural C. rice D. documentary
4. A. shawl B. gather C. add D. match
Choose the best option A, B, C or D to indicate the word whose stress

pattern differs from the other three in each of the following questions.
5. A. minority B. cinematic C. competition D. instrumental
6. A. village B. livestock C. pressure D. connect
7. A. nature B. livestock C. bamboo D. statue
8. A. costume B. recognise C. significant D. terraced

9. Different __________ have different kinds of folk dance.

A. ethnic groups B. ethnic group C. ethnicity groups D. ethnic
10. The ethnic group’s __________ way of life is under threat of disappearing.
A. famous B. traditional C. practical D. modern
11. _______ do Tay people currently live? - In the north-east valleys of Viet Nam. of
theortheast
A. When B. How C. Where D. Why
12. Knitting, weaving, indigo dyeing, and woodworking are ________ of the Tay
people’s handicrafts.
A. a little B. a few C. much D. some

13. __________ Tay children who are over 5 years old can go to school?
A. How many B. How much C. How long D. How far
14. Terraced fields are often found in ___________ area.

A. mountain B. mountainous C. mountaineer D. mountainful
15. Vietnam is a country of great ____________ with 54 ethnic groups.

A. diversity B. diversed C. diverse D. diversion
16. For Vietnamese people living in the countryside, rice is the main ___________
crops.
A. agriculture B. agricultural C. agribusiness D. agricultures
17. Important decisions of the whole tribal group are often made in the _______
house.
A. communal B. communication C. communicate D. common
18. Many Vietnamese ethnic minority students are studying at ___________ schools.
A. private B. international C. national D. boarding
19. During Tet holiday, many _________ festivals are held among different ethnic
groups in Vietnam.
A. religion B. religiousity C. religious D. religiously
20. Vietnamese government have made great effort to __________ traditional cultural
identities of each minority group.
A. change B. preserve C. collect D. store

21. Worshipping ancestors is such an essential ritual in Kinh people’s culture that
there is an altar in almost every house.
A. difference B. balance C. custom D. respect
22. Ancestor worshipping plays a significant role in Vietnames culture.

A. important B. unimportant C. minor D. active

23. Each ethnic minority group has unique clothes with different materials that help
identify one from another.
A. distinct B. uncommon C. usual D. similar
24. Gong is considered a unique musical instrument of Tay Nguyen people.

A. rare B. special C. typical D. common

25. (A) How is the largest (B) minority (C) group in Viet Nam? - It’s the Tay (D) people.
26. The Cham people’s (A) clothing is usually made of white or blue (B) cottons, with
(C) a sarong used as the base of clothing for (D) both men and women.
27. (A) Ethnicity minorities commonly (B) have the (C) custom of drinking out of wine
jars through pipes, which indicates a rich (D) social sense.
28. Stone (A) music instruments, such as T’rung, Krongput, were (B) created by (C)
ethnic communities, and are valued (D) among people.

All 53 (29) _________ minorities in Viet Nam never fail to impress us, whether it’s
through their distinct (30) _________, real lifestyle, or, in this case, elegant clothing
that compliments their women’s attractiveness. The Tay ethnic group, which accounts
for 1.9% of the overall (31) _________, is most commonly found in the northwest
regions of Lang Son and Cao Bang as skilled fabric weavers with imaginative,
one-of-a-kind (32) _________ patterns. Tay women, on the other hand, find beauty in
simplicity, as they dress in clothing made of handwoven cotton painted in mysterious
and (33) _________ indigo blue or black hues. Women can combine shorter-hem
shirts with skirts or five-flap long shirts with wide pants, which adds a little variety to
the outfit combination choices. (34) _________, a mulberry belt would be wrapped
around the waist, with a long tail resting gracefully behind to complete the design.
29. A. ethnicity B. ethnic C. people D. peoples
30. A. customs B. costumes C. custom D. costume

31. A. populated B. populate C. population D. populous
32. A. weaving B. weave C. wove D. woven
33. A. tradition B. traditional C. traditionally D. traditions
34. A. Finally B. final C. Last D. The end

The Kinh or the Vietnamese, the main ethnic group of Viet Nam, is the most
populous in the country, comprising about 86.2% of the population. They are officially
recognised as the Kinh people to differentiate them from other ethnic groups in Viet
Nam. Kinh people can be found throughout Viet Nam and in other countries, with a
significant number in urban areas and deltas. Their primary language belongs to the
Viet - Muong language group.
Although the Kinh people are considered the main ethnic group in Viet Nam, they
are considered an ethnic minority in some northern mountainous provinces like Lao
Cai, Hoa Binh, Son La, Lang Son, Ha Giang, Dien Bien, Lai Chau, Bac Kan, and Cao
Bang.
Rice cultivation is the primary economic activity of the Kinh people, and they have
a long history of wet rice civilisation, which has achieved a high level of productivity
compared to other ethnic groups. In addition to agriculture, the Kinh people also have
expertise in raising cattle and poultry.
35. Who is the most populous ethnic group in Vietnam?
A. The Kinh or Vietnamese
B. The northern mountainous people
C. The Muong people
D. The urban population
36. What percentage of Vietnam’s population do the Kinh people make up?
A. About 50%
B. About 75%
C. About 86.2%
D. About 90%

37. Why are the Kinh people officially recognized as such in Vietnam?
A. Because they have their own language
B. To differentiate them from other ethnic groups
C. To promote tourism
D. To encourage urbanization
38. In which areas can the Kinh people be found?
A. Only in urban areas
B. Only in deltas
C. Throughout Vietnam and in other countries
D. Only in northern mountainous provinces
39. What is the primary economic activity of the Kinh people?
A. Fishing
B. Rice cultivation
C. Hunting
D. Mining
40. In which provinces of Vietnam are the Kinh people considered an ethnic minority?
A. Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City
B. Coastal provinces
C. Northern mountainous provinces
D. Southern provinces
Make up sentences using the suggested words.
41. Muong people / still / build / their houses / traditional way?
_______________________________________________________________
42. the Black Hmong / most uniquely skilled / fabric makers / Viet Nam?
_______________________________________________________________

43. Minority children / remote areas / have / enough / textbooks / study / at school?
_______________________________________________________________
44. How much / money / you / donate / the ethnic minority children?
_______________________________________________________________
45. ethnic group / Viet Nam / presenting / about?
_______________________________________________________________
Complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the first, using
the word(s) given in brackets.
46. When did you start playing these traditional musical instruments? (HOW)
__________________________________ these traditional musical instruments?
47. What is your favourite kind of tea, green or black? (WHICH)
________________________________________ kind of tea, green or black?
48. The weather in the delta is warmer than in mountainous areas. (colder)
_______________________________________________________________.
49. If ethnic minorities are not given equal access to education and job opportunities,
it will be difficult to reduce the inequalities. (Unless)
_______________________________________________________________.
50. John wants to move and work in the highlands, but his family doesn’t allow it.
(Although)
_______________________________________________________________.

UNIT 5 OUR CUSTOMS AND TRADITIONS
questions.
1. A. penguin B. bank C. second D. blanket
2. A. origin B. ankle C. include D. different
3. A. contest B. bonding C. trunk D. animal
4. A. sound B. country C. canal D. anxious
Choose the best option (A, B, C or D) to indicate the word whose main stress
syllable differs from that of the other three in each of the following questions.
5. A. magician B. historian C. musician D. ceremony
6. A. admire B. account C. connect D. lantern
7. A. release B. worship C. spirit D. village
8. A. festival B. picturesque C. concentrate D. family

9. He ____ the family tradition and became a doctor; therefore, his father is proud of him.
A. broke B. followed C. didn’t maintain D. doesn’t establish
10. Gathering for a feast is one of the customs we ______ before New Year Eve.
A. practise B. take C. make D. do
11. We are trying to establish a ______ of visiting our grandparents every weekend.
A. traditions B. traditionally C. tradition D. traditional
12. My sister starts a business and invites a lot of people to her opening _____.
A. celebration B. event C. festival D. ceremony
13. In front of the altar, all of them bowed their head in _________.
A. memorial B. practice C. worship D. religion

14. Many culinary specialties are used as __________ to the ancestors.
A. offerings B. donation C. givings D. gifts
15. _______ Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as ____ Moon Festival or Mooncake
Festival, is _____ traditional festival celebrated in Vietnam.
A. the/ a/ the B. The/ the/ a C. A/ the/ the D. - / the/ a
16. Vietnamese have different death aniversaries for different family members on
_____ they passed away.
A. the days B. days C. some days D. a few days
17. My family gathered for the _____ commemoration last sunday.

A. ancestor B. ancestry C. ancestrally D. ancestral
18. When you visit a friend’s house in Hanoi, you don’t need to bring ______ with you.
A. small gift B. small present C. small gifts D. some present
19. My mom is able _____ many tasks at the same time before Tet.
A. perform B. performance C. performer D. to perform
20. Tet is considered a perfect time for family _______.

A. unite B. reunion C. union D. reunification

21. My father called for a return to traditional family values.

A. modern B. temporary C. conventional D. instant
22. It’s a good idea to hand every thing with both hands to the elderly.
A. You should B. You must C. You can D. You don’t have to

23. They believe that scattering rice and salt on the path to the house will chase evils
away.
A. catch B. follow evils

C. make evils leave D. welcome evils

24. Taking part in school clubs and sharing experiences strengthen bonds with
schoolmates.
A. reinforce B. enhance C. increase D. break

25. (A) The Jrai (B) is one of (C) a largest minority groups in (D) the Central Highlands.
26. (A) Stilt houses are popular among (B) different ethnic minority groups, from (C)
a Thai in the Northern Highlands to the Khmer in (D) the Mekong Delta.
27. (A) What (B) are stilt houses made (C) of, bricks (D) or wood?
28. I (A) am fond (B) to admiring peach (C) blossoms and (D) kumquat trees before Tet.

The German celebrate their New Year for a week. (29) ______ New Year’s Eve,
it is customary for people to stay up until midnight to welcome the new year and play
cards. Family members and friends often get together fifteen minutes before New
Year’s Eve. When the clock strikes 12 o’clock, everyone jumps off the chair and
throws a heavy object behind (30) ____ they can get rid of all difficulties and problems
to enter the new year. Then, the whole family (31) ____ hug each other and give one
another the best wishes for the new year. In the streets, many groups of children
play (32) ____ harmonica and accordion, whereas, many adults wave colorful flags
and sing to welcome the new year. All activities create a lively atmosphere. In rural
regions, there (33) ____ still an ancient custom, which is “tree climbing contest”. In
the competition, boys compete to hang up on the smooth trees. The best climber
was considered the “New Year’s hero”. It is believed that a portion of dishes is left in
New Year’s meals until after midnight because it (34) _____ that in the next year food
never runs out. In addition, people, interestingly, let a drop of molten metal fall into
cold water, so they can guess what will happen in the new year based on its shape.
The shape of a heart or a ring means good news about marriage. A ship shape
shows that they will travel. A shape pig reveals that they will enjoy delicious food.
These traditions make a great German holiday.
29. A. On B. At C. In D. For
30. A. so as to B. so that C. in order D. besides
31. A. warm B. warmth C. warmly D. warmer

32. A. a B. an C. - D. the
33. A. are B. is C. is being D. will be
34. A. is widely thought B. widely is thought
C. thinks widely D. widely thinks
word(s) in any way.
35. Although people bought new clothes for every family member a month before
the New Year, they don’t wear them until the first day of the New Year and onward.
(However)
_______________________________________________________________
36. Arranged marriage traditionally occurred in extended families, so individuals

couldn’t choose their own husbands or wives. (As)
_______________________________________________________________
37. At Tet, every household offers a five-fruit tray on their altar so that they can
demonstrate their hope for a fruitful new year. (in order to)
_______________________________________________________________
38. First footers are expected to be open-minded and generous because they can
bring luck and good fortune to the owners throughout the year. (If)
_______________________________________________________________
39. When children are having meals, they are not allowed to talk. (during)
_______________________________________________________________
40. The children can eat after the old members of the family start the meals. (before)
_______________________________________________________________

UNIT 6 LIFESTYLES

questions.
1. A. lesson B. princess C. session D. possible
2. A. dogsled B. role C. oversleep D. social
3. A. buffalo B. algebra C. disturb D. doubtful
4. A. community B. adult C. musher D. custom
Choose the best answer A, B, C or D to indicate the word that differs from
the other three in the meaning or categories.
5. A. inspire B. arrive C. igloo D. cuisine
6. A. interact B. nomadic C. musician D. performance
7. A. maintain B. fancy C. revive D. unique
8. A. iconic B. leisurely C. fisherman D. popular

9. Linh went to the club to see ___________ of traditional dances.

A. perform B. performances C. performer D. performance
10. Korea is famous ___________ street food.

A. with B. of C. for D. by
11. Online learning has become a _________ since the Covid-19 pandemic broke out.
A. common practice B. usual habit

C. common way D. traditional issue
12. My son was in a ___________ this morning, so he couldn’t have breakfast.

A. motion B. movement C. paddy land D. hurry
13. They sing ___________ to maintain their traditional lifestyle.

A. tribal dances B. native art
C. folk songs D. musical instruments
14. His brother doesn’t eat meat. He is a ___________.

A. vegetarian B. vegetable C. vegetation D. vegetables
15. If she ___________ her homework, her parents ___________ him go out.
A. won’t do / don’t let B. do / will let

C. will do / let D. doesn’t do / won’t let
16. Our parents taught us how to ___________ bamboo baskets.

A. cast B. weave C. erect D. drill
17. Nam: Can I join your birthday party on Friday evening?

Alice: ______________
A. Yes, I can. B. No, I’m busy.

C. Thanks anyway. D. Sure. You’re welcome.
18. Jack and his family ___________ in a stilt house when they visit Sa Pa.
A. stayed B. staying C. will stay D. to stay
19. They ___________ online unless there ___________ an available room.
A. will study / is B. will study / isn’t

C. study / will be D. studies / is
20. Tom: Oh, I’m sorry I bought the wrong cheese brand!
Mai: _____________
A. What a shame! B. No worries.

C. That means a lot to me. D. My pleasure.

21. Rice is the staple food in Viet Nam. They can have it for almost all meals every day.
A. normal B. simple C. basic D. cheap

22. Japanese cuisine is one of the main features that attract a lot of foreign tourists.
A. style of cooking B. recipe

C. ingredient D. cooking utensil

23. Governments are trying to keep their own customs and traditions alive.
A. existing B. available C. living D. dead
24. One drawback of online learning is lack of interaction.
A. disadvantage B. weak point

C. advantage D. shortcoming

25. Unless they (A) don’t tell me (B) the truth, I (C) won’t be able (D) to help them.
26. My friends can still (A) compete (B) on prizes (C) despite learning (D) online.
27. (A) Having (B) a balance diet (C) will make all of us (D) healthy.
28. Students (A) will have (B) to review this lesson if everybody (C) don’t know (D)
the answer.

The Hopi live in the northwestern part of Arizona in the United States.
(29) ________ modern things all around them, the Hopi keep their traditions.
(30) ________ are about ten thousand Hopi people, and they live in twelve villages in
the desert. It is very hot in the summer, but in winter it freezes. The wind blows hard.
(31) ________ is difficult. Corn is the Hopi’s main food, but they plant vegetables, too.
They raise sheep, goats, and cattle. Although they live in traditional stone houses,
many of (32) ________ have telephones, radios, and television. They have horses,
but they have trucks too. Kachinas are an important part of the Hopi religion. Kachinas
are spirits of dead people, of rocks, plants, and animals, and of the stars. Men dress
as kachinas and do religious dances. People also make wooden kachinas. No two
wooden kachinas are ever (33) ________. The children attend school, and they also
learn the Hopi language, dances and stories. The Hopi want a comfortable, modern
life, but they don’t want (34) ________ their traditions.

29. A. Despite B. Though C. In spite D. Because
30. A. This B. There C. That D. Here
31. A. Farm B. Farmers C. Farms D. Farming
32. A. them B. they C. their D. theirs
33. A. differ B. same C. alike D. like
34. A. to lose B. lose C. losing D. loser

Kimbap or Gimbap is a common dish belonging to Korea. The name “Kimbap”
is a combination of kim (seaweed) and bap (rice). The main ingredient of kimbap
is cooked rice. Other ingredients of its include meat, vegetables, and seaweed.
There are three main types of kimbap. Firstly, traditional kimbap is the one with rice,
seaweed, and fillings. Nude or French Kimbap is the second type including seaweed
inside and rice outside. The last type is Samgak Kimbap with rice and fillings shaped
in a triangle form and wrapped in seaweed. Kimbap is sometimes called “Korean
sushi” because it looks similar to sushi. However, kimbap is quite different from sushi.
Sushi usually features raw fish, seafood, vegetables and rice seasoned with vinegar.
Kimbap consists of rice seasoned with sesame oil and meat like grilled beef, ham,
and eggs instead of raw fish. While sushi is served with wasabi or soy sauce, kimbap
is often eaten with pickled vegetables and kimchi.
35. Who does Gimbap belong to?

A. Japan B. Korea C. Viet Nam D. China
36. What does bap mean?

A. rice B. seaweed C. meat D. vegetables
37. How many types of kimbap?

A. 2 B. 3 C. 4 D. 5
38. Which of the statements is TRUE, according to the text?
A. Meat is the main ingredient of kimbap.
B. Nude Kimbap is also called French Kimbap.
C. Traditional kimbap is shaped in a triangle form.
D. Samgak Kimbap has seaweed inside and rice outside.

39. Why is kimbap sometimes called “Korea sushi”?
A. Because it is wrapped in seaweed.
B. Because it has traditional ingredients.
C. Because it has the same ingredients as sushi.
D. Because it looks similar to sushi.
40. Which of the statements is NOT TRUE, according to the text?
A. The word “kim” means seaweed.
B. Sushi is eaten with wasabi or soy sauce.
C. Kimbap consists of rice and raw fish.
D. Kimbap is served with pickled vegetables and kimchi.
41. They/ be/ habit/ work together/ kind to each other.
_____________________________________________________________.
42. Online learning/ offer/ teachers/ efficient way/ deliver lessons/ students.
_____________________________________________________________.
43. Vietnamese people/ well known/ friendliness and hospitability.
_____________________________________________________________.
44. Online learning/ can/ reduce/ financial costs/ because/ it/ eliminate/ costs/
transportation/ accommodation/ printed materials.
_____________________________________________________________.
45. Viet Nam/ agricultural nation/ so/ traditional lifestyle/ mainly reflect/ by/ lifestyle of
Vietnamese people/ countryside.
_____________________________________________________________.

Complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the first.
46. If Minh doesn’t wear a warm coat, he will catch a cold.
Unless _________________________________________________________.
47. Listen to the teacher’s instructions, or you won’t understand the lessons.
If you __________________________________________________________.
48. She will remember to call me if I remind her.
Unless _________________________________________________________.
49. They won’t cancel the football match unless it rains.
If ______________________________________________________________.
50. Take a taxi, or you will be late for the party.
Unless you ______________________________________________________.

FIRST SEMESTER TEST
questions.
1. A. uncle B. function C. anxious D. fancy
2. A. tour B. colour C. honour D. flavour
3. A. cure B. leisure C. pure D. secure
4. A. statue B. nature C. mature D. national
Choose the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary
stress in each of the following questions.
5. A. worship B. highland C. midterm D. dogsled
6. A. snowboarding B. overlook C. decorate D. offering
7. A. nomadic B. communal C. enjoyable D. picturesque
8. A. independent B. interaction C. ornamental D. longevity

9. The countryside features ____________ open fields, rolling hills, and sprawling
forests, providing a peaceful retreat from the busy urban life.
A. surrounded B. vast C. narrow D. central
10. The Maori in New Zealand have a(n) ____________ of greeting each other by
touching noses and foreheads during important events and ceremonies.
A. activity B. practice C. habit D. type
11. It’s necessary for parents to avoid putting too much ____________ on their
children because this may lead to feelings of anxiety and low self-esteem.
A. pressure B. words C. efforts D. energy
12. Nowadays, teenagers are very ____________ in using social media to keep up
with the latest trends and connect with their friends.
A. crazy B. keen C. excited D. interested

13. ____________ clothing plays an important part in the cultural heritage for many
ethnic groups.
A. Selling B. Weaving C. Carving D. Drawing
14. The tribal people of the Amazon rainforest have a unique ____________ that
revolves around their land, customs, and traditions.
A. character B. habit C. personality D. lifestyle
15. 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.
16. Lan: Your homemade 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.
17. 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.
18. The ____________ or Rong house can only be found in villages to the North of
the Central Highlands.
A. communal house B. stilt house

C. terraced house D. farm house
19. The hotel is in a lovely location ____________ the lake.

A. looking B. watching C. overlooking D. seeing
20. The girls are ____________ on making crafts whenever they have free time.
A. adore B. hooked C. fancy D. interested

21. Tet is one of our most important festival days.

A. common B. favourite C. enjoyable D. significant
22. My brother says his IT skills have improved a lot after the online course.
A. changed B. got well C. got better D. updated

23. The children are busy helping their parents with the farm work.
A. noisy B. relaxed C. quiet D. tired
24. The tradition of worshipping whales is popular in Vietnamese coastal villages.

A. unlucky B. unsuccessful C. unknown D. unlimited

25. In (A) Vietnamese tradition, (B) Kitchen Gods are important and believed to bring
(C) good luck to (D) the household.
26. If teenagers (A) are communicating more (B) openly with their parents, they (C)
will be able to build a (D) stronger bond with their family.
27. To make (A) the most of our (B) time at Ba Be lake, we (C) decided to depart for
the trip (D) more early than planned.
28. Proper farming (A) techniques can (B) help farmers (C) produce (D) as much
crops as possible.
Read the following passage and choose the best answer A, B, C or D to indicate
the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Showing respect to your (29) ________ plays an important part in the Vietnamese
culture. Younger family members are expected to be polite, helpful, and obedient to
their elders. Usually, older people live with their adult children and their grandchildren,
and the family takes good care of them. This is because family has a significant
meaning (30) ________ Vietnamese society.
Older people are often kind and patient and love to have family (31) ________

where everyone can spend time together. These gatherings are a chance for the
family to catch up and share stories, and to (32) ________ important events like
birthdays, wedding anniversaries and festivals.
In Vietnamese families, older people seem to be like wise teachers who can give
useful advice and guidance to their younger family members. They are respected not
just for their age, but for their (33) ________ to their family and community.
In short, respecting older people holds a crucial place in Vietnamese culture. It is
a way to maintain social harmony, honour the elders’ contributions to the community,
and pass on traditional values and (34) ________ to future generations.
29. A. elderly B. people C. members D. elders

30. A. with B. for C. in D. to
31. A. connections B. relations C. discussions D. gatherings
32. A. celebrate B. take place C. happen D. introduce
33. A. characters B. contributions C. jobs D. tasks
34. A. heritages B. habits C. customs D. practices
Read the text and choose the best option (A, B, C, or D) to indicate the
A person’s teenage years can have a significant impact on their future. It is a time
for major physical, emotional, and mental development. During this time, teenagers
may be faced with a lot of different expectations from peers and family. Perhaps
their friends want them to know about popular trends in fashion, music, and so on,
with the wide spread of information on the internet nowadays. On the other hand,
their parents may expect them to be more aware of their responsibilities in order to
become well-adjusted adults in the future. It is crucial then to provide teenagers with
the necessary tools and the suitable environments to help them grow and mature in
this turbulent time. Technology is already being used for education and entertainment
alike, but internet safety rules should be taught to teenagers so that they can protect
themselves online. Physical activities shouldn’t be neglected either. Team sports can
be a good way to encourage them to move their body while also having fun with
friends, and there should be plenty of space where they can play and socialize.
35. During a person’s teenage years, what types of development occur?

A. Only physical development
B. Only mental development
C. Physical, emotional, and mental development
D. Only emotional development

36. What kind of expectations might teenagers face during their teenage years?
A. Only expectations from family
B. Only expectations from peers
C. Expectations from peers and family
D. Only expectations from teachers
37. What role does technology play in teenagers’ lives?

A. It is used for developing their social skills.
B. It is only used for entertainment.
C. It is used for education and entertainment.
D. It has unnecessary role in teenagers’ lives.
38. Why is it important to teach teenagers internet safety rules?

A. To restrict their online activities
B. To prevent them from using the internet
C. To help them protect themselves online
D. To discourage them from using technology
39. What is the benefit of engaging in team sports for teenagers?

A. It only helps with physical fitness.
B. It only helps with socializing.
C. It helps with physical fitness and socializing.
D. It has no benefits for teenagers.
40. What is the main idea of the passage?

A. Teenagers should avoid using the internet.
B. Teenagers’ physical development is more important than mental development.
C. The teenage years of teenagers greatly affect their future, including different
kinds of growth and expectations.
D. Teenagers should focus only on their studies during their teenage years.
41. How old/ you/ when/ you/ start/ to learn/ English?
_______________________________________________________________

42. Young children/ nowadays/ learn/ new technologies/ quickly/ the previous
generations.
_______________________________________________________________
43. Phuong/ enjoy/ spend/ free time/ close friends/ family.
_______________________________________________________________
44. If/ you/ want/ understand/ a culture/ better/, it/ a good idea/ learn/ customs and
traditions/ their hometown.
_______________________________________________________________
45. Which/ country/ more/ ethnically/ diverse,/ Papua New Guinea/ or/ Tanzania?
_______________________________________________________________
Complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the sentence
before it.
46. Share with us what you think, or you will feel stressed.
If you __________________________________________________________.
47. It’s a tradition for each Vietnamese family to prepare offerings to worship their
ancestors during Tet.
Each Vietnamese family has _______________________________________.
48. Because her parents expect a lot from her, she feels like she has to do really well
in everything she does.
Her parents _____________________________________________________.
49. Unless you pay close attention to the instructions, you might miss some important
information.
If you __________________________________________________________.
50. I think I understand what I should do now.
I think I understand ________________________________________________.

ANSWERS
UNIT 1: LEISURE TIME
1. B 2. D 3. D 4. C 5. D 6. B 7. C 8. A 9. C 10. B
11. A 12. C 13. D 14. B 15. D 16. C 17. B 18. A 19. C 20. A
21. B 22. C 23. C 24. D 25. A 26. D 27. D 28. C 29. C 30. B
31. A 32. D 33. B 34. C 35. A 36. D 37. B 38. D 39. C 40. A
41. Are you fond of riding a bike around the central park for exercise?
42. Lucy doesn’t mind doing the housework.
43. They think listening to music is relaxing.
44. Jack prefers doing DIY to making models.
45. My uncle taught me how to carve eggshells.
46. I love jogging (to jog) in my free time.
47. I started this hobby when I realized its (the) benefits on the Internet.
48. I need nothing more than a good pair of shoes to do this activity.
49. Jogging is perfect (a perfect way) to refresh yourself after a hard-working day.
50. You will become more energetic after getting up early and jogging (you get up
early and jog).

UNIT 2: LIFE IN THE COUNTRYSIDE
1. A 2. C 3. D 4. B 5. C 6. A 7. D 8. A 9. B 10. D
11. A 12. D 13. C 14. A 15. B 16. B 17. D 18. A 19. C 20. C
21. A 22. D 23. C 24. A 25. C 26. D 27. C 28. C 29. B 30. D
31. A 32. C 33. B 34. D 35. C 36. B 37. C 38. A 39. C 40. D
41. Rural life offers a peaceful environment away from the hustle and bustle of the
city, so some people prefer it.
42. Although there are not many entertainment places, the local community center
organizes various events that cater to people of all ages.
43. Even though life in the countryside is simple, it provides an excellent opportunity
to relax and connect with nature.
44. The couple decided to come back to their hometown because they missed the
familiarity of the place and the warmth of the community.
45. I find these farmers so friendly and hospitable.
46. Feeding pigs is not as time-consuming as milking cows.
47. Aunt Meggy’s neighbour finished harvesting the rice earlier than she did.
48. Mr Nam drives the truck more carefully than Mr Long.
49. Now my grandmother doesn’t do the farm work as well as she used to.
50. John picked the apples more quickly than all the other workers.

UNIT 3: TEENAGERS
1. A 2. D 3. A 4. D 5. C 6. C 7. D 8. C 9. A 10. B
11. C 12. A 13. D 14. D 15. D 16. B 17. B 18. B 19. A 20. D
21. C 22. D 23. A 24. A 25. C 26. B 27. C 28. D
35. A 36. C 37. C 38. A 39. D 40. B
29. They are spending about a quarter of their day (to be exact).
30. They watch shows, play games, connect on social media and listen to music
(sometimes all at the same time).
31. It is multitasking.
32. Yes, it is.
33. No, they don’t.
34. They apparently spend more time-consuming media than connecting with their
parents and even their teachers.
41. Although Ally wants to buy that dress, she doesn’t have enough money.
42. Mai would like to participate in the dancing club; however, she can’t arrange her
time for it.
43. School exams cause a lot of pressure on students; therefore, we should limit the
number of exams as much as possible.
44. School clubs must open after school or at weekends; otherwise, students can’t
take part in them.
45. Minh is an active member of the school charity club and he is also an energetic
footballer in our school team.
46. He has never had a smartphone before.
47. Jim came to the show late, but he could see the main part of the show.
48. We had a very nice avatar on our club web page.
49. She left the classroom when she saw he was so angry.
50. We mustn’t cheat on exams, for it is an illegal thing to do.

FIRST MID-TERM TEST
1. A 2. D 3. B 4. C 5. B 6. D 7. A 8. B 9. B 10. D
11. B 12. C 13. D 14. A 15. D 16. A 17. B 18. B 19. B 20. A
21. C 22. A 23. A 24. C 25. C 26. B 27. B 28. C
34. A 35. D 36. B 37. C 38. D
29. Her (14-year-old little) sister is.

30. Because she saw the social pressure, they were putting on her 14-year-old little
sister.
31. She sometimes finds it a little puzzling.
32. It damages their sleep and increases their risk of anxiety and depression.
33. No, they don’t.
39. People in the U.S. do a lot of activities to relax such as television viewing, reading,
playing sports and exercising because they love their free time.
40. Sharing some relaxing activities with Americans, Germans love hanging out on
the beach.
41. Another famous German pastime is going to saunas and hot tubs.
42. The British prefer gardening, swimming, watching TV, and going to the theatre
while Russian people like going to the countryside.
43. It is clear that people in different countries have different pastimes.
44. I have not come back to my home village for two months.
45. I want to join the stamp collectors’ club; however, I am too busy with my schoolwork.
46. My mother is fond of going shopping with her best friends in her spare time.
47. My brother can’t do DIY as well as me/I can.
48. Ba swims more slowly than Nam (does).
49 – 50. Suggested ideas
- make weekly plans for homework.
- keep up with deadlines.
- take time to do homework at break time at school.
- do homework with friends to get help with difficult exercises.
…

UNIT 4: ETHINC GROUPS OF VIET NAM
1. D 2. C 3. C 4. A 5. A 6. B 7. D 8. C 9. A 10. B
11. C 12. D 13. A 14. B 15. A 16. B 17. A 18. D 19. C 20. B
21. C 22. A 23. C 24. D 25. B 26. A 27. C 28. B 29. A 30. B
31. D 32. A 33. C 34. A 35. A 36. C 37. B 38. C 39. B 40. C
41. Do the Muong people still build their houses in traditional ways?
42. Are the Black Hmong the most uniquely skilled fabric makers in Viet Nam?
43. Do minority children in remote areas have enough textbooks to study at school?
44. How much money will you donate to the ethnic minority children?
45. What ethnic group in Viet Nam are you presenting about?
46. How long have you played these traditional musical instruments?
47. Which one is your favourite kind of tea, green or black?
Which is your favourite kind of tea, green or black?
48. Mountainous areas have colder weather than the delta.
The weather in mountainous areas is colder than in the delta.
49. Unless ethnic minorities are given equal access to education and job opportunities,
it will be difficult to reduce the inequalities.
50. Although John wants to move and work in the highlands, his family doesn’t allow it.

UNIT 5: OUR CUSTOMS AND TRADITIONS
1. C 2. B 3. C 4. D 5. D 6. D 7. A 8. B 9. B 10. A
11. C 12. D 13. C 14. A 15. B 16. A 17. D 18. C 19. D 20. B
21. C 22. A 23. D 24. D 25. C 26. C 27. A 28. B 29. A 30. B
31. C 32. D 33. B 34. A
35. People buy new clothes for every family member a month before the New Year;
however, they don’t wear them until the first day of the New Year and onward.
36. As arranged marriage traditionally occurred in extended families, individuals

couldn’t choose their own husbands or wives.
Individuals couldn’t choose their own husbands or wives as arranged marriages

traditionally occurred in extended families.
37. At Tet, every household offers a five-fruit tray on their altar in order to demonstrate
their hope for a fruitful new year.
38. If first footers are open-minded and generous, they can bring luck and good
fortune to the owners throughout the year.
First footers can bring luck and good fortune to the owners throughout the year
if they are open-minded and generous.
39. During meals, children are not allowed to talk.
40. The old members of the family start the meals before the children are allowed to eat.

UNIT 6: LIFESTYLES
1. C 2. A 3. D 4. A 5. C 6. A 7. B 8. A 9. B 10. C
11. A 12. D 13. C 14. A 15. D 16. B 17. D 18. C 19. A 20. B
21. C 22. A 23. D 24. C 25. A 26. B 27. B 28. C 29. A 30. B
31. D 32. A 33. C 34. A 35. B 36. A 37. B 38. B 39. C 40. C
41. They are in the habit of working together and being kind to each other.
42. Online learning offers teachers an efficient way to deliver lessons to students.
43. Vietnamese people are well known for their friendliness and hospitability.
44. Online learning can reduce financial costs because it eliminates the costs of
transportation, accommodation, and printed materials.
45. Viet Nam is an agricultural nation, so its/the traditional lifestyle is mainly reflected
by the lifestyle of Vietnamese people in the countryside.
46. Unless Minh wears a warm coat, he will catch a cold.
47. If you listen to the teacher’s instructions, you will understand the lessons.
If you don’t listen to the teacher’s instructions, you won’t understand the lessons.
48. Unless I remind her, she won’t remember to call me.
49. If it doesn’t rain, they won’t cancel the football match.
If it rains, they will cancel the football match.
50. Unless you take a taxi, you will be late for the party.

FIRST SEMESTER TEST
1. D 2. A 3. B 4. D 5. C 6. B 7. D 8. D 9. B 10. C
11. A 12. D 13. B 14. D 15. A 16. C 17. D 18. A 19. C 20. B
21. D 22. C 23. B 24. C 25. B 26. A 27. D 28. D 29. D 30. C
31. D 32. A 33. B 34. C 35. C 36. C 37. C 38. C 39. C 40. C
41. How old were you when you started to learn English?
42. Young children nowadays learn new technologies more quickly than previous
generations.
43. Phuong enjoys spending her/ the free time with her close friends and family.
44. If you want to understand a culture better, it’s a good idea to learn about the
customs and traditions of their hometown.
45. Which country is more ethnically diverse, Papua New Guinea or Tanzania?
46. If you don’t share with us what you think, you will feel stressed.
47. Each Vietnamese family has a tradition of preparing offerings to worship their
ancestors during Tet.
48. Her parents expect a lot from her, so she feels like she has to do really well in
everything she does.
49. If you don’t pay close attention to the instructions, you might miss some important
information.
50. I think I understand what to do now.

SÁCH ĐIỆN TỬ TƯƠNG TÁC
BỔ TRỢ kiến thức
TIẾNG ANH Cấp Trung học cơ sở

LỚP 8 - TẬP 1
Bản quyền thuộc về

Công ty cổ phần Trường học thông minh (Smartschool)
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BỔ TRỢ kiến thức

Choose the best option A, B, C or D to indicate the word whose stress

Choose the best option A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each

9. My classmates adore ___________ photos and posting them on Facebook.

10. Teenagers dislike ___________ thoughts with their parents.

13. They prefer playing football ___________ watching football matches.

2 BỔ TRỢ KIẾN THỨC TIẾNG ANH CẤP THCS LỚP 8 - QUYỂN 1

A. for/ about B. about/ for

15. We don’t mind___________ our parents ___________ the housework.

A. help/ with B. helping/ for

18. Playing sports helps us ___________ in shape and reduce stress.

A. Yes, I will come. B. Me? Great!

20. Duong: Do you fancy going to the cinema with us tonight?

A. That’s great, but I’m busy. B. Yes, I do.

Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each

21. They are interested in collecting coins from different countries.

22. My elder sister is fond of surfing the Internet to update information.

BỔ TRỢ KIẾN THỨC TIẾNG ANH CẤP THCS LỚP 8 - QUYỂN 1 3

24. The traditional costume of Korean is “Hanbuk”.

Choose the best option A, B, C or D to indicate the underlined part that

Read the following passage and choose the best answer A, B, C or D to

4 BỔ TRỢ KIẾN THỨC TIẾNG ANH CẤP THCS LỚP 8 - QUYỂN 1

C. British leisure activities

D. The most popular activity in leisure time

30. Which of the following statements is true?

A. British people go to work every day.

B. British people spend their most leisure time on watching TV.

D. Not all towns have a garden centre.

A. supermarkets for the home and garden

32. What is NOT mentioned in the passage?

D. going to the supermarket

33. How many hours do British people spend on watching TV?

B. about 25 hours a week

C. any free time thay have

BỔ TRỢ KIẾN THỨC TIẾNG ANH CẤP THCS LỚP 8 - QUYỂN 1 5

A. supermarkets B. DIY centers

Read the following passage and choose the best option A, B, C, or D to

35. A. to B. with C. for D. in

6 BỔ TRỢ KIẾN THỨC TIẾNG ANH CẤP THCS LỚP 8 - QUYỂN 1

45. I learned how to carve eggshells from my uncle. (taught)

Make up sentences using the prompts.

46. I / love / jog/ free time.

47. I / start/ hobby/ when/ I/ realize/ benefits/ the Internet.

48. I/ need/ nothing/ than/ a good pair/ shoes/ do/ activity.

49. jogging/ perfect/ refresh yourself/ after/ hard working day.

50. you/ become/ energetic/ after/ get up early and jog.

BỔ TRỢ KIẾN THỨC TIẾNG ANH CẤP THCS LỚP 8 - QUYỂN 1 7

Choose the best option A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each

8 BỔ TRỢ KIẾN THỨC TIẾNG ANH CẤP THCS LỚP 8 - QUYỂN 1

A. combine machine B. harvesting device

Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each

BỔ TRỢ KIẾN THỨC TIẾNG ANH CẤP THCS LỚP 8 - QUYỂN 1 9

Choose the best option A, B, C or D to indicate the underlined part that

Read the following dialogue and choose the best answer A, B, C or D to

10 BỔ TRỢ KIẾN THỨC TIẾNG ANH CẤP THCS LỚP 8 - QUYỂN 1

Read the following passage and choose the best option A, B, C, or D to

35. What is the primary purpose of a farmer’s work?

15. We don’t mind_ our parents _ the housework.