Unit 4 - Đọc hiểu & Từ vựng: Stilt houses

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Mekong Delta was the first region of modern-day Vietnam that has people inhabited. It used to experience heavy flooding for around six months each year. To adapt to this situation, the residents built a special type of house called stilt house.

The traditional stilt house in Vietnam is raised from one to four meters above the ground. Stilt houses' structure of each ethnic groups is different. The stilt house is generally built on wooden posts, with a strong staircase to the living area. It can overlook terraced fields in the highlands.

People hold important ceremonies to wish for successful harvest or good health in the stilt house. It also has a purpose of reducing the impact of frequent floods in Vietnam. The stilt house provides protection from dangerous predators. The area under the house is a perfect place to raise livestock. Livestock can freely move around in the shade, but it may cause an unpleasant smell in the surroundings. Along with traditional costume, folk dances and instruments such as gong, flute, a stilt house has distinct features to show the rich cultural heritage of minorities.

The word "it" in the first paragraph refers to _____.

In Vietnam, people build houses on stilts _____ meters above the ground.

Which of the following is NOT true about the stilt house in Vietnam?

The word "features" in the last paragraph is closest in meaning to _____.

What is the main idea of the text?

Hãy cùng học các từ vựng xuất hiện trong bài đọc ngay nhé!

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Drag and drop to complete the sentences.

1. The villagers gathered in the spacious 6.1 to celebrate their traditional festivals.

2. He tied the horse's reins to the 6.2 before entering the store.

3. My little sister loves running up and down the 6.3 in our home.

4. During the festival, the traditional dance was accompanied by the rhythmic beats of the 6.4.

5. To play a 6.5, you need to blow gently into the mouthpiece to produce sound.

6. The museum showcases artifacts and exhibits from different 6.6.

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

The villagers carefully cultivated their crops on the hillsides. (TERRACE)

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

The old house in the forest was , with a rustic exterior and a cozy fireplace inside. (WOOD)

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

They plan to help overcome difficulties in their lives. (MINOR)

From the top of the hill, you can _____ the beautiful scenery of the countryside, with its rolling hills and colorful fields.

In the countryside, many families _____ animals such as chickens, pigs, and cows to provide food for their households.

During the festival, people performed traditional _____ dances to celebrate their cultural heritage.

Every year, the farmers in our village celebrate the successful _____.

The farmer takes care of his _____ such as cows, pigs, and chickens to ensure they are healthy.

Singers performing Mozart's operas often dress in historical _____.

Last summer, our family went on a hiking trip to the _____ to enjoy the beautiful landscapes and fresh mountain air.

The new smartphone has an exciting _____ that allows users to unlock the screen using facial recognition.