Thailand is one of the countries of the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN), bordering (25)…….. Myanmar, Laos, and Cambodia. The capital of Thailand is Bangkok. The (26)……. in 2001 over 54 million. Buddhism is the country’s (27)……. religion. It is a monarchy, and until 1939 was (28)…….as Siam. The national language is Thai. Unit of (29)…….. is the bath, (30)……… of 100 Satang. It is the world’s largest exporter of rice, and also produces rubber, timber, tin and precious stones.

25.      A. on                            B. into                          C. from                        D. over

26.      A. climate                     B. population                C. currency                   D. atmosphere

27.      A. official                      B. optional                    C. compulsory               D. Islamic

28.      A. described                  B. known                      C. designed                   D. called

29.      A. currency                   B. dollar                       C. money                      D. ringit

30.      A. to consist                 B. consisting                 C. consisted                  D. consists

Decide whether the following statements are True (T) or False (F).

Thailand, located in the Southeast of Asia, has a total area of 513,115 sq km. It is bordered by the countries Laos in the Northeast, Cambodia in the Southeast and Malaysia in the South. The total population is about 65.5 million in 2010. Bangkok, the most populous city, is the capital of Thailand. The country’s unit of currency is the Baht, which consists of 100 Satang.

The country enjoys a tropical monsoon climate, and there are differences between the weather in the North and the South. The Northern Thai have three seasons in a year, hot from March to May, rainy from June to October, and cool from November to February. The Southern Thai have only two seasons, rainy from April to November and hot from December to March.

The national language is Thai. English is also spoken and understood by many citizens, especially in Bangkok and other tourism areas. Although Thailand has no official religion, up to 96.4% people (2002) believe in Buddhism. Additionally, there are followers of some other religions such as Muslims, Hinduism and Christianity.

Thailand is contiguous to Laos, Cambodia and Malaysia.

A. True

B. False

IV.  Read the passage carefully and decide if the following sentences are True or False: (1pt)

          Thailand is one of the countries of the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN), bordering on Myanmar, Laos, and Cambodia. The capital of Thailand is Bangkok. The population in 2001 over 54 million. Buddhism is the country’s official religion. It is a monarchy, and until 1939 was known as Siam. The national language is Thai.

         Unit of currency is the baht, consisting of 100 satang. It is the world’s largest exporter of rice, and also produces rubber, timber, tin and precious stones.

 19.  Thailand has been known as Siam since 1939.                      __________   

 20.  The capital of Thailand is Bangkok.                                        __________   

 21.  Islam is the country’s religion.                                                 __________    

 22.  It is the world’s largest importer of rice.                                   __________   

V. Use the correct form of the word given in each sentence: (1,5pts)

 23. It is always _______________to hear other people’s point of view.(interest)

 24. We aim to help disabled students to live and study _______________. (depend)

 25. Many Vietnamese poets have drawn their _______________ from nature.(inspire)

 26. What have fashion _______________ done to modernize the ao dai?(design)

 27. Singapore is ________________ for its shops and restaurants. (fame)

 28. What is the main language of _______________ at that school? (instruct)

VI. Use the correct tense or form of the verb given in each sentence.(1 pt)

 29. John enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere while Anne _______________ (pray).

 30. It’s time we _______________ (catch) the bus.                

 31. A new style of jeans _______________ (introduce) in the USA last year.

 32. I ________________(play) tennis for three years now.

VII. Rewrite each of the sentences so that the meaning stays the same: (2pts)

 33. We have to finish the project on time.

      The project ___________________________________________________________

 34. He often fed the pigs when he was young.

      He used  _____________________________________________________________

 35. What a pity I don’t live near my work.

      I wish  _______________________________________________________________

 36. It is two months since Ms Lee wrote to me.

      Ms Lee hasn’t _________________________________________________________

Read the passage carefully,then decide whether the following statements are True or False

Thailand is one of the countries of the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN),bordering on Myanmar,Laos ,and Cambodia.The capital of Thailand is Bangkok.The population in 2001 over 54 million.Buddhism is the country's official religion.It is a monarchuy , and intil 1939 was known as Siam.The national language is Thai.Unit of currency is the batj,consisting of 100 satang.It is the world's largest exporter of rice,and also produces rubber,timber,tin and precious stones

1.Thailand has been known as Siam since 1939.....................

2.The capital of Thailand is Bangkok.......................

3.Islam is the country's religion................

4.It is the world's second largest exporter of rice.....................

Part II. Reading

I. Read the text and choose the best answer  (A, B,C or D ) to complete each sentence questions.(1pt)

Malaysia is one of the countries of the ASEAN. It is divided into two regions which are separated by about 640 km of the sea and together comprise an area of 329,758 sq km. Malaysia enjoys tropical climate. The Malaysian unit of currency is the ringgit.Kuala Lumpur-The capital city- is the largest city in the country. The population in 2001 was over 22 million. Although Islam is the country’s official religion, there are two other religions such as Buddhism and Hinduism. The national language is Bahasa Malaysia known simply as Malay. However, English, Chinese, and Tamil are also widely spoken. The language of instruction for primary school children is Bahasa Malaysia, Chinese, or Tamil. Bahasa Malaysia is the primary language of instruction in all secondary school, although some students may continue learning in Chinese or Tamil. And English is a compulsory second language.

 1/  The ………….. of Malaysia in 2001  was  over 22 million.

A. population B. region C. language D. country

2/ Malaysia is divided  into ……….. regions by about 640 km of the sea.

A. two B. three  C. four D. five

3/The official religion of Malaysia is ……………..

A. Hinduism B. Buddhism C. Tamil   D. Islam

4/ …………… is a compulsory second language for secondary school students in Malaysia.

A. Chinese B. Tamil C. Malay D. English

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

Malaysia is one of the countries of the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN). It is divided into two regions, known as West Malaysia and East Malaysia. They are separated by about 640 km of the sea and together comprise an area of 329,758 sq. km. Malaysia enjoys tropical climate. The Malaysian unit of currency is the ringgit, consisting of 100 sen.

The capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur and it is also the largest city in the country. The population in 2001 was over 22 million. Islam is the country’s official religion. In addition, there are other religions such as Buddhism and Hinduism. The national language is Bahasa Malaysia (also known simply as Malay). English, Chinese, and Tamil are also widely spoken. The language of instruction for primary school children is Bahasa Malaysia, Chinese, or Tamil. Bahasa Malaysia is the primary language of instruction in all secondary schools, although some students may continue learning in Chinese or Tamil. And English is a compulsory second language.

29. According to the paragraph one, which of the following is NOT correct?

A. The sea divides Malaysia into two regions. B. A ringgit consists of 100 sen.

 C. Malaysia is a member of ASEAN. D. Malaysia has got about 640 km of the sea.

30. Kuala Lumpur ____________.

 A. had over 22 million people in 2001 B. is the second largest city in Malaysia

 C. is the capital city of Malaysia D. is the biggest city in West Malaysia

31. The national religion of Malaysia is ___________.

 A. Islam B. Buddhism C. Hinduism D. Bahasa

32. The number of languages widely spoken in Malaysia ______________.

 A. one B. two C. three D. four

Mark letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to the original sentence in each of the following questions.

33. I’m sorry I can’t go to your birthday party tomorrow.

A. I wish I can go to your birthday party tomorrow.

B. I wish I can’t go to your birthday party tomorrow.

C. I wish I could go to your birthday party tomorrow.

D. I wish I couldn’t go to your birthday party tomorrow.

 34. “Why don’t you meet to discuss how to organize the fair?”

A. He suggested that we should meet to discuss how to organize the fair.

B. He suggested that we shouldn’t meet to discuss how to organize the fair.

C. He suggested to meet to discuss how to organize the fair.

D. He suggested to meeting to discuss how to organize the fair.

35. Nobody has invited me, so I’m not going to the party.

A. Because I haven’t been invited, I’m going to the party.

B. Because of I haven’t been invited, I’m not going to the party.

C. Because I have been invited, I’m not going to the party.

D. Because I haven’t been invited, I’m not going to the party.

36. “What time did you come home last night, Mark?” said Tom.-        

A. Tom asked Mark what time had he come home the previous night.

B. Tom asked Mark what time he had come home last night. 

C. Tom asked Mark what time he came home last night.

D. Tom asked Mark what time he had come home the previous night.  

37. Although it rained heavily, we all enjoyed the excursion.

A. Despite it rained heavily, we all enjoyed the excursion.

B. Despite the rain heavy, we all enjoyed the excursion.

C. Despite the heavy rain, we all enjoyed the excursion.

D. Despite the heavily rain, we all enjoyed the excursion.

38. Did you   always   eat sweets when you were small?       

A. Were you use to eat sweets when you were small ?

B. Did you used to eat sweets when you were small ?

C. Were you used to eat sweets when you were small ?

D. Did you use to eat sweets when you were small ?

39: You have to study for six years. You can become a doctor.

A. You have to study for six years in order that become a doctor.

B. You will become a doctor in order that you have to study for six years.

C. You have to study for six years in order become a doctor.

D. You have to study for six years in order to become a doctor.

40. “Where are you going on your holidays?” I asked them.

A. I asked them where they are going on their holidays.

B. I asked them where are they going on their holidays.

C. I asked them where they were going on their holidays.

D. I asked them where were they going on their holidays.

Malaysia (23)__________one of the countries of the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN). It consists (24)________the Malay Peninsula and Sarawk and Sabah on the Island Borneo.It is (25) ________into two regions, known as West Malaysia and East Malaysia. It has a tropical (26)________.

The (27)________of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur. Malaysia is (28)________world’s biggest producer of palm oil, and it exports rubber, tin and gas . In addition to Islam, the country’s official (29)__________, there are Buddhism, Hinduism and Christianity. Malaysian people speak Bahasa Malaysia as (30)_________mother tonge. It is the language of (31)______in all secondary schools. English, Chinese and Tamil are also widely spoken in (32)_____country.

Question 23: A. is                               B. are                           C. has                          D. have

Question 24:A. at                               B. for                           C. in                            D. for

Question 25:A. comprised                 B. divided                   C. impressed               D. corresponded

Question 26:A. climate                       B. weather                   C. flood                       D. territory

Question 27:A. town                          B. Capital                    C. street                       D. province

Question 28:A. a                                B. an                            C. the                          D. 0

Question 29:A. region                        B. religion                   C. population              D. language

Question 30:A. they                           B. them                       C. their                                    D. theirs

Question 31:A. attraction                   B. association              C. production              D. instruction

Question 32:A. this                            B. these                       C. those                       D. many

Choose  the words whose underlined part is prounced differently from that of the others from 33 to 35:

Question 33: A. seat               B. teacher                    C. wear                        D. meal

Question 34: A. stopped        B. needed                    C. washed                   D. worked

Question 35: A. chairs            B. pens                        C. books                      D. toys

Choose the correct sentence that is made from the given cues from 36 to 40:

Question 36: This / be / best / film / I / ever / see.

A.      This was the best film I’ ve ever seen.

B.       This is the best film I’ve ever seen.

C.       This is the best film I’ d ever seen.

D.      This is the best film I ever saw.

Question 37: Nam / spend / two / hours / do / homewwork / everyday.

A. Nam spend two hours doing his homework every day.

B. Nam spends two hours  to do his homework every day.

C. Nam spends two hours  doing his homework every day.

D. Nam is spent two hours  doing his homework every day.

Question 38:   Wear / uniforms / encourage / students / proud / school.

A.                Wear  uniforms encourages students to be proud of their school.

B.                 Wearing  uniforms encourage students to be proud of their school.

C.                 Wearing  uniforms encourages students  being  proud of their school.

D.                Wearing  uniforms encourages students to be proud of their school.

Question 39: They / going / visit / home village  / weekend.

A.                They are going to visit my home village next weekend.

B.                 They are going to visiting  my home village next weekend.

C.                 They are going  visit my home village next weekend.

D.                They are going to visit me home village next weekend.

Question 40: Unless / you / study / harder / you / not / pass / exam.

A.                Unless you study harder, you won’t pass the exam.

B.                 Unless you study harder, you don’t pass the exam.

C.                 Unless you study harder, you didn’t pass the exam.

D.                Unless you studied harder, you won’t pass the exam.

Choose the underlined word or phrase that need correcting in each of the following sentences from 41 to 45.

Question 41: It was such hot that I couldn’t sleep soundly.

                             A    B           C               D

Question 42:  He got up lately yesterday morning.

                               A           B           C            D

Question 43:  Vietnam, that is in the south- east Asia, exports rice.

                                         A       B                           C            D

Question 44:  I haven’t seen her when we left school.

                                       A           B      C          D

Question 45:  What do you use to do when you felt afraid?

                                  A           B             C                     D

VI.Fill each blank with suitable word to complete the following passage

New Zeland enjoys a (51)________of temperature approximate to(52)__________experienced by Australia's eastern seaboard.Free from the influence(53)_______any______between winter and summer.

The north of the country (55)__________to be subtropical and the south,temperate.Mounatin ranges (56)_________down much of the lenght of New Zeland.(57)_______ the regions lying west of the ranges (58)_________much higher rainfall(59)________those to the east.The drier eastern regions average over 200 hours of sunshine a year and contain the main wine-growing areas and summer resorts

Snow is largely confined to the alpine areas of the central North Island and South Alps,though it can fall to (60)______level in the deep south for a day or so at a time.

Thailand is an independent country that lies in the heart of Southeast Asia. The country has an area of 513,120 sqkm. Thailand enjoys tropical climate. The Thai unit of currency is the baht. The largest city in Thailand is Bangkok, the capital, which is also the country’s center of political, commercial, industrial and cultural activities. The population of Thailand is now 66.5 million, about 15 million of whom live in the capital city of Bangkok.According to the last census, 94.5% of the total population are Buddhists. Muslims are the second largest religious group in Thailand at 4.3%. The official language of Thailand is Thai. It is the principal language of education and spoken throughout the country. The country is well-known for the tourist destinations such as Pattaya, Bangkok, and Phuket.

25. Thailand is a Southeast Asian nation. _______

26. 66.5 million people live in the capital city of Bangkok. _______

27. Buddhistsare the largest religious group in Thailand. _______

28. Thai is the primary language of instruction. _______

B. Read the passage again and choose the correct answers. (0.5pt)

29. What is the best title for the passage?

A. Ethnic groups in Thailand B. Tourism in Thailand

C.The symbol of Thailand D. The geography and people of Thailand

30. What can be inferred from the passage?

A.Thailand is the largest country in Southeast Asia.

B. Bangkok is in the center of Thailand.

C. There are more than two religions in Thailand.

D.English is widely spoken in Thailand.