Unit 4 - Năng lực giao tiếp: Remembering the past

3/2/2024 10:30:00 AM

Listen to the conversation between Nam and his grandpa and write ONE WORD in each blank to complete the sentences.

1. Grandpa mostly studied 3 subjects: reading, and math.

2. There were several history and lessons a year in Grandpa's class.

3. Nam goes to school days a week.

4. When Grandpa was a student, there were not any to go around.

5. Grandpa's favourite traditional games are tug of and hide-and-seek.

John and Thao have just finished a school tour.

- John: "Thank you so much for showing me the way around the school."

- Thao: "_____"

  • You're welcome.
  • That's fine.
  • Same to you.
  • I know.

Visitor: "Thank you for showing me around the craft workshop."

Guide: "_____ I'm happy you enjoyed the tour."

  • Don't worry!
  • No problem!
  • I agree with you!
  • Let it be!

Tom: "Thank you very much for helping the disadvantaged children here."

Mike: "_____"

  • What a pity!
  • It's my pleasure.
  • Sorry, we don't know.
  • That's nice of you!

Choose the correct answers in the box to complete the conversation. Write only the letter A-E in each blank.

A. Amazing! It's the oldest and largest pagoda in the world.

B. It really helps us understand the Buddhist culture and history of Vietnam.

C. My tour guide told me it was built in 1049. Do you know that?

D. People built it in the early 19th century and it was the capital of Vietnam.

E. Right. I also wish I could go there one day.


Anna: Hi, Mark! Have you ever visited the One Pillar Pagoda in Hanoi?

Mark: Hi, Anna! Yes, I have. It's such an iconic site.

Anna: Really? It’s amazing how old it is! The pagoda looks like a lotus which rises from the water. It’s so unique.

Mark: Absolutely. How about you? Do you know another interesting historic site?

Anna: Yes, I love the Imperial City of Hue.

Mark: I’ve seen some photos of it. The grand palaces and ancient gates are amazing. 

Anna: Exactly. Preserving these sites is so important. 

Mark:

Drag and drop to complete the sentences.

Five-colour sticky rice is a typical traditional Vietnamese dish. It is known for its vibrant appearance and delicious taste. The basic include sticky rice, natural food color from plants, and sometimes coconut milk. The five colors - red, yellow, green, purple, and white - are made from magenta leaves, turmeric, pandan leaves, and black bean.

This dish has a rich and is associated with various cultural and religious festivals. It is often eaten during important occasions such as Tet (Lunar New Year), weddings, and village festivals. The dish from the ethnic minorities in the northern regions of Vietnam, and the recipe has been passed down through . Five-colour sticky rice is famous because it is not only but also attractive. The different colors and flavors make it a unique and special dish. Eating five-colour sticky rice is a way to connect with Vietnamese culture and traditions.

Write a paragraph (100-120 words) about life in the past.

Your writing should include: 

  • means of transports (go around on foot, by bike, on the back of buffalo,...)
  • home life (use wood-fired stoves to cook, plant vegetables, have electric devices or not,...)
  • community activities (play traditional games, go to communal house,...)