Bộ 2 đề thi cuối kì 1 Tiếng Anh 8 năm 2024-2025 có đáp án - Đề 1

V. Complete the passage with the words in the box.

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The Khmer live in the southern provinces of Soc Trang, Tra Vinh, and Can Tho. They earn a living by farming, (13)……….. and producing handicraft products. The Khmer live harmoniously with other ethnic groups in the Mekong Delta, while keeping their (14)………..culture and lifestyle.

The Khmer are Buddhists. There is a temple in every village. The temples are not only places for the Khmer to practise (15)……….. religion. They are the village schools too. At the age of 12, Khmer boys come to live and study in a temple for several years (16)……….. they become adults. There, they learn about Buddhism, and to read and write the Khmer language. They also learn how to behave towards their grandparents, parents, teachers, old people, and others in their community. They (17)……….. basic knowledge of their traditional culture.

VI. Read the passage and answer the questions below.

On the fifth day of Tet, Binh An Village holds a longevity celebration for elderly people over 70. This tradition has continued for centuries in the village.

In the morning, everyone dresses nicely and walks to the village temple. According to tradition, the elderly wear traditional ao dai. They sit at the most honourable place. The village leaders congratulate them. They offer each elder a "longevity flag" and a bunch of flowers. Then, each family takes photographs with their elders. At noon, families hold a home party for their elders. It is customary for the family members to cook for their elders. The traditional dishes served are five-colour sticky rice, steamed chicken, spring rolls, and deep-fried fish.

The longevity celebration is important to all villagers. It is an opportunity for them to show their respect to the elders and a great time for family gatherings.