Read the following passage and write T ( true) or F(false) for each statement

In the 1960s, The Beatles were probably the most famous pop group in the whole world. Since then, there have been a great many groups that have achieved enormous fame, so it is perhaps difficult now to imagine how sensational The Beatles were at that time. They were four boys from the north of England and none of them had any training in music. They started by performing and recording songs by black Americans and they had some success with these songs. Then they started writing their own songs and that was when they became really popular. The Beatles changed pop music. They were the first pop group to achieve great success from songs they had written themselves. After that it became common for groups and singers to write their own songs.

___________ 1. The Beatles were the most fanous pop group in the 1960s

___________ 2. Some members of The Beatles studied music at school

___________ 3. The Beatles did not succeed with the songs by black Americans

___________ 4. The Beatles achieved great success with the song they had written

___________ 5. Prior to The Beatles, it was usual for groups to write theirown songs

Read the following passage, and then tick the correct answers: true (T), or false (F).

Songkran is Thailand's most famous festival. An Important event on the Buddhist calendar, this water festival marks the beginning of the traditional Thai New Year. Water is an important element of Songkran, especially in more recent times when the throwing of water has become a huge part of the annual celebrations. If you're visiting Thailand during this period, don't be surprised if you get splashed. Crowds of people roam around throwing buckets of water, using water pistols and just generally soaking anyone in the vicinity. Appreciation of family is another important aspect of the festival, with many Thai people making their way to their hometowns to spend time with older relatives. Buddhists also visit temples throughout Songkran where water is poured on Buddha images and on the hands of Buddhist monks as a mark of respect. Without a doubt, Songkran is a hugely important festival to the Thai people but it's also very popular with visitors and many tourists specifically arrange their holidays around rhis unique event. Anyone and everyone can and will get involved in the celebrations. If you're out and about during Songkran, you're almost guaranteed to end up soaked but you'll have lost of fun in the process!

38. Songkran is considered the festival of the traditional Thai New Year.

39. Water has been used during the festival recently but not in the past.

40. People have many ways to makes each other wet with water.

41. Songkran is also an occasion for people to go to back to the hometown to spend time with their relatives.

42. It is certainly not a religious festival.

43. Everyone visits temples to pour water on Buddha images to show their respect.

44. The Thai do not let foreigners participate in the festival.

45. Songkran is actually a very important festival in Thailand.

46. Nearly everyone gets wet after talking part in the festival.

47. The festival only has the religious meaning but it is not enjoyable.

1.Peter is studying English. He hopes either to write plays or to be an actor. He particularly enjoys plays about real people who led interesting lives.

2.Glenda is studying the history of music at college. She wants to listen to as much music from the past as possible, and particularly likes listening to people singing.

3.Wong is a dancer from China. He would like to see people performing dances from as many other parts of the world as possible to give him some new ideas.

4.Maria is celebrating her birthday tomorrow. She wants to go out for the whole day with her friends. They all enjoy listening to pop music.

5.Ruth is a teacher who is planning to start a drama club for the children at her school. She would like to see some children acting if possible.

A. International Youth Celebrations

Local youth groups, together with students from various countries including Spain, Finland, Austria and Estonia, are each performing three dance pieces. Then they will join together in a play about international friendship. The evening will finish with the singing of songs from different countries.

B. River Festival

A day of fun on the river bank, with a Chinese theme. Street entertainers and pop musicians perform during the day, followed by fireworks in the evening. Something for everybody to watch, both children and adults.

C. Songs of Summer

The Hunton Consort consists of eight voices singing music from hundreds of years ago right up to modern times. The group will perform songs, old and new, all of which are about the summer.

D. Music in the Open Air

Well-known nationally for their traditional dance music, Jimmy Locke and his band play throughout the day in the open air on the Promenade Bandstand — if the weather allows!

E. Life Flows Between Us

Kent Arts and Libraries present the first performance of a new dance group called the Street Dancing Company. The group will perform dances from the past on several of the bridges in the town

F. A Star May Be Born

Toni Arthur produces plays with seven- to eleven-year-olds, performed at the weekends for parents, family and friends. The plays come from children's stories, and encouragement from the audience is always very welcome.

G. Vita and Harold

The Image Theatre Company dramatises the love—letters of Vita Sackville-West and Harold Nicholson. The play is about the couple's lives and their most unusual marriage. Unsuitable for children.

H. Variety Music Evening

A great evening with the latest pop songs, and comedy and dancing from several great and unusual performers. Members of the audience will be invited to join in and will have the chance of winning tickets to a theatre show.

Read the text then answer the questions (1 mark). Last summer holiday, my family went back to the UK and we went to a music festival on the Isle of Wight. It is one of the most famous music festival in our country, which takes place every June. When we got there, I was impressed by the huge number of people. You know about sixty thousand people went to the event. We didn't stay at the hotel but put up a tent at the campsite. It was lots of fun. We listened to a lot of songs by many bands such as the Killers and the Stone Roses. Guess what? We met Jon Bon Jovi!He's my Dad's favourite singer. He and his band stirred up the crowd in nearly three hours with the hit songs. We also went to the Bohemian Woods, a beautiful woodlard down by the. river. There we enjoyed a mix of good music from around the world and escaped the busy and noisy festival for a while. 31. When does the festival take place ? 32. What are the Killers and the Stone Roses ? 33. How did Jon Bon Jovi interest the audience ? 34. Where did Nick and his family also go ?

Read the following passage carefully , and then decide whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F). ( 2,0ms)

London, the capital of Great Britain, is situated on the Thames River. It is the largest city in Europe with a population of over 8 million. It is divided into four parts: the City, Westminster, the West End and the East End.

The city is small in area but it is the commercial heart of London. Many banks and offices are situated there. The Tower and St. Paul's Cathedral is very large and fine. It was built in 1710. The famous English architect Christopher Wren planned and built St. Paul's Cathedral. If the city may be called the commercial heart of London, Westminster is the center of the administration. We can see the Houses of Parliament there. It is a beautiful building with two towers and a very big clock called Big Ben. Westminster Abbey is opposite the Houses of Parliament.

The West End with the best and most expensive clubs, restaurants and theatres, beautiful houses and parks is the place where rich people live. Working people live in the East End where there are no parks or gardens and no fine houses.

1. London is the capital of Great Britain.

2. London is the largest city in the world.

3. The East End is one of the four parts of London.

4. The Tower is a commercial heart of London.

5. Westminster is the center of education.

6. The Houses of Parliament have a tower and a very big clock called Big Ben.

7. You can find the most expensive clubs in the East End.

8. Rich people live in the West End.

9. You can go to parks in the East End.

10. Working people don't live in London.

Find a mistake of each sentence and correct it
1. I used to go on foot when I am in primary school
2. Critics were disappointing at his performance as King Lear
3. Because the film was gripping, Tom slept from th beginning to the end
4. Easter is a religion festival and it is celebrated in many countries
5. Non-renewable sources of energy are harmful for the environment
Read the passage about Rain Forest World Music Festival. Then answer true or false
Rain Forset World Music Festival is celebrated in Sarawak, Kuching Island, Malaysia. This festival began in 1998. The cost is only US $ 40 and it lasts 3 days. It's the time for musicians from all parts of Malaysia and many countries aroung the world come. During the 3 days, there are many cultural events: performances of musicians, workshop for people who want to learn more about music, classes for children to learn about music and storytelling. In the festival villages, there are many shops. visitors can buy food, drink, traditional arts, and musical instruments. There are also displays of houses, clothes and hunting instruments for tribes in Sarawak
1.Rain Forest World Music Festival is first celebrated in 1998 _____
2. The admission fee is very high _____
3. Children come to perform music and storytelling _____
4. Only musicians and children come to the festival _____
5. Visitors can learn something about the life of tribes in Sarawak _____

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Hanoi is the capital of Vietnam, which is located along the banks of the Red River, in the center of Northern Vietnam. With more than one thousand years of history, Hanoi has a lot of must-see destinations.

The first place you should visit immediately after you reach Hanoi is the Sword Lake. It is the cultural symbol of both the city and the nation. The lake is famous for not only the legend about her name but also the water color. While walking around the lake, tourists can take photos of the Turtle Tower and The Huc bridge. In addition, you should visit the Old Quarter. It’s about 500 meters to walk from the lake.

The second destination for tourists visiting Hanoi is The Temple of Literature (Van Mieu), the first university in Vietnam. It is the symbol of Vietnam’s traditional love for study. A space of peace and green trees covering the whole temple may help tourists feel relaxed.

The third famous place in Hanoi visitors must see is the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology. Vietnam has 54 groups. There are a number of houses modeled after the traditional architecture of the ethnic minorities. Therefore, tourists can imagine their lives instead of going to remote areas.

These destinations are only three among a lot of well-known destinations in Vietnam. If you are in Hanoi, you should come and explore them by yourselves right now!

What may help visitors coming to Van Mieu feel relaxed?

A. Peaceful atmosphere and green trees.

B. Peaceful atmosphere and traditional value.

C. Beautiful flowers and green trees.

D. Clean and peaceful atmosphere.