II. READING

TASK 1. Read the following passage, then choose the correct answer to questions.

Did you ever wonder why it is so difficult for adults to start to learn English or a foreign language? Every year, millions of grown-ups around the world spend a handsome amount of money to learn English but not many of them succeed in becoming fluent English speakers. This is because it is not easy to pick up a new language after a certain age.

However, little children learn foreign languages without much difficulty. This is because they have a special ability that helps them learn languages fast. This ability weakens when people grow older. Think of the little time children need to learn their native language. So, if you have the desire to learn English or any other foreign language, you should begin as soon as possible. Remember that the longer you wait, the harder it will become.

The best title for the passage would be __________.

English has borrowed many words. They come from other languages. (which)

English ____________________________

The girl is reasonably good at English. Her mother is my English teacher. (whose)

The girl ____________________________

TASK 2. Based on the information below, write a paragraph of about 120 words about tourism in Ninh Thuan.

- Location: south-central Viet Nam

- Attractions:

+ white sand beaches, Vinh Hy Bay, vast gardens of grapes, Nam Cuong sand hill, Nui Chua National Park

+ unique culture of Cham minority ethnic group: dance, sculpture, pottery, festivals, .

- Accommodation: wide range of homestays and hotels.

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III. WRITING

TASK 1. Rewrite the following sentences so that their meaning stays the same, using the words given.

I didn't understand what those English people were talking about. (dialect)

They were ____________________________ so I couldn't understand them