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Exercise 1. Listen and answer the following questions.
What are Tom and Sarah doing?
→ They are planning a__________________________________.
1. picnic
Tom: Hey, Sarah! How about we plan a picnic this Saturday? The weather’s looking great.
Sarah: That sounds like a fantastic idea, Tom! Where do you think we should go?
Why does Tom suggest Greenfield Park?
→ Because it has a lovely________________________________.
2. lakeside view
Tom: What about Greenfield Park? It’s got a lovely lakeside view, and there’s plenty of space for us to spread out.
Sarah: Perfect choice! What’s the plan for food?
What kind of food does Tom propose for the picnic?
→ __________________________________________________.
3. grilled chicken - pasta salad
Tom: I was thinking we could make it a potluck. I’ll bring my famous grilled chicken, and you can bring your amazing pasta salad. Sound good?
Sarah: Absolutely! I also bring some fresh fruit and a batch of homemade cookies for dessert.
What time do Tom and Sarah decide to start the picnic?
→ __________________________________________________.
4. 1 p.m.
Sarah: How about we gather around 1:00 p.m.? That way, we can have a leisurely lunch and enjoy the whole afternoon.
Tom: Sounds like a plan. But what if it rains?
What does Sarah suggest checking on Friday?
→ __________________________________________________.
5. the weather forecast
Sarah: Good point. We could check the weather forecast on Friday. If the weather is bad, we can always switch to plan B and have an indoor picnic at my place.
Tom: Great idea! Can’t wait for our picnic day!
Sarah: Me neither! It’s going to be great. See you on Saturday!
Exercise 2. Listen and answer the following questions.
When did Andy get a new laptop?
→ __________________________________________________.
1. yesterday
Ella: Hi, Andy. Nice new laptop! When did you buy it?
Andy: My dad gave me yesterday. My old one broke a month ago. And my dad agreed to buy me this.
Where did Andy’s dad buy the new laptop?
→ He bought it________________________________________.
2. online
Ella: Where did he get it? I need a new computer too.
Andy: He asked a friend for advice and then bought it online. It was cheaper than buying it in a shop.
How much did Andy’s laptop cost?
→ __________________________________________________.
3. 250 pounds/ £250
Andy: £250. There were cheaper ones, starting at £150. The most expensive ones were over £2,000!
Ella: Wow, that’s a lot! So what do you use the computer for?
What can’t Andy do with his computer?
→ __________________________________________________.
4. playing computer games
Andy: Most things. I can’t play my computer games on it, though. It hasn’t got enough memory. But I can do my homework on it, and chat to my friends on the internet.
Ella: So you’re happy with it?
What does Andy like most about his new laptop?
→ __________________________________________________.
5. the speakers
Andy: Very! It’s got a nice big screen, and the keyboard is really comfortable to use. But the speakers are the best thing about it. My music sounds great on them!
Ella: That’s awesome!
Exercise 3. Listen and answer the following questions.
What is the tradition of Nam’s family?
→ Nam’s family gathers for a big__________________________.
1. family dinner
Lisa: Good morning, Nam.
Nam: Hi, Lisa.
Lisa: Do you have any special traditions in your family?
Nam: Yes, during the holidays every year, we gather for a big family dinner. How about you?
What is the tradition of Lisa’s family?
→ Lisa’s family makes ____________________ for the Christmas tree.
2. handmade decorations
Lisa: We have a tradition at Christmas.
Nam: Oh, what is it?
Lisa: That is making handmade decorations for the Christmas tree. It’s a lot of fun!
Why does Nam’s family exchange small gifts?
→ Because it helps to show their __________________________.
3. appreciation
Lisa: What do you do it for?
Nam: Because it helps to show our appreciation.
What color of clothes does Nam wear on Tet?
→ __________________________________________________.
4. red
Nam: Sure. I wear red clothes during Tet.
Lisa: Sounds fascinating! Do you wear traditional clothes?
What does Lisa expect?
→ Wearing traditional clothes and_________________________.
5. receiving lucky money
Nam: Of course, I wear ao dai. Do you want to try it?
Lisa: Sure, I’m looking forward to wearing them and receiving lucky money.
How many dialects do Old English have?
→ __________________________________________________.
3. four/ 4 Four dialects of the Old English language are known: Northumbrian in northern England and southeastern Scotland; Mercian in central England
Exercise 4. Listen and answer the following questions.
What is the other name of Old English?
→ __________________________________________________.
1. Anglo-SaxonOld English language, also called Anglo-Saxon, is language spoken and written in England before 1100
What is Old English?
→ It is a part of________________________________________.
2. West Germanic languages
It is the ancestor of Middle English and Modern English. Scholars place Old English in the Anglo-Frisian group of West Germanic languages.
In which region is the Kentish dialect of Old English primarily found?
→ __________________________________________________.
4. Southeastern England Kentish in southeastern England; and West Saxon in southern and southwestern England. Mercian and Northumbrian are often classed together as the Anglian dialects
Which Old English dialect is most commonly found in surviving Old English writings?
→ __________________________________________________.
5. West Saxon
Most surviving Old English writings are in the West Saxon dialect; the first great period of literacy activity occurred during the reign of King Alfred the Great in the 9th century.
Exercise 5. Listen and answer the following questions.
When was the Leaning Tower of Pisa finished?
→ __________________________________________________.
1. 1399
The Leaning Tower of Pisa is one of Italy’s major tourist attractions. The freestanding bell tower of the Pisa Cathedral was built over almost two hundred years and was finished in 1399.
What caused problems during the construction of the Leaning Tower of Pisa?
→ __________________________________________________.
2. soft, sandy and unstable soilThe original height of the tower was 60 meters, but as it is leaning, the lowest side is now less than 56 meters.
How much was the original height of the Leaning Tower of Pisa?
→ __________________________________________________.
3. 60 meters The construction already caused many problems as the soil was soft, sandy and unstable.
What was done in 2000 to strengthen the Leaning Tower of Pisa?
→ Putting____________________________________________.
4. stronger soil underneath
In 2000, the tower was strengthened by putting stronger soil underneath the tower
How many stairs can you climb to reach the viewing platform at the top of the tower?
→ __________________________________________________.
5. 251
You can walk up the 251 stairs to the viewing platform at the top of the tower which is quite an amazing experience. And of course take a picture of you from the lawns next to the tower to “hold” up the tower.
