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lOMoAR cPSD| 40342981 LESSON 7.
REPORTED SPEECH – VOCAB: Natural wonders of the world VOCABULARY WORD PRONUNCIATION MEANING 1. access (n), (v) (ko có O) e.g. access TO the Internet /ˈækses/ tiếp cận, đến được assess (v) /ə/ đánh giá 2. annual (adj) /ˈænjuəl/ (xảy ra) hằng năm 3. biodiversity (n) /ˌbaɪəʊdaɪˈvɜːsəti/ sự đa dạng sinh học 4. coral (n, adj) /ˈkɒrəl/ san hô 5. crazy (adj) /ˈkreɪzi/ thích mê (about something) 6. destination (n) /ˌdestɪˈneɪʃn/ điểm đến 7. ecosystem (n) /ˈiːkəʊsɪstəm/ hệ sinh thái 8. feature (n) /ˈfiːtʃə/ đặc điểm 9. locate (v) /ləʊˈkeɪt/ định vị, đặt ở 10.location (n) /ləʊˈkeɪʃn/ địa điểm, nơi chốn 11.majestic (adj) /məˈdʒestɪk/ uy nghi, tráng lệ 12.occur (v) /əˈkɜː/ xảy ra 13.paradise (n) /ˈpærədaɪs/
thiên đường, nơi đẹp tuyệt trần 14.peak (n) /piːk/ đỉnh, đỉnh núi 15.permission (n) /pəˈmɪʃn/ sự cho phép 16.permit (v) /pəˈmɪt/ cho phép 17.possess (v) có, sở hữu = belong /pə ˈzes/ 18.support (v) /səˈpɔːt/ ủng hộ, giúp đỡ 1 lOMoAR cPSD| 40342981 @overlinktinhhhh 19.sustainable (adj) /səˈsteɪnəbl/ bền vững 20.travel destination /ˈtrævl ˌdestɪˈneɪʃn/ điểm đến du lịch 21.urgent (adj) /ˈɜːdʒənt/ gấp, cấp bách GRAMMAR
REPORTED SPEECH (YES/ NO QUESTIONS)
Cách chuyển một câu nói từ trục tiếp sáng gián tiếp gồm 3 bước biến đổi sau:
Bước 1: Đổi ngôi của tân ngữ (O), đại từ và tính từ sở hữu Câu trực tiếp Câu gián tiếp
Đại từ nhân you I/ he/ she/ we/ they xưng (chủ ngữ) I she/ he we we/ they Tính từ sở hữu your my/ his/ her/ our/ their my her/ his our our/ their
Đại từ sở hữu = tính yours mine/ his/ hers/ ours/ theirs
từ sở hữu + noun mine hers/ his ours ours/ theirs Tân ngữ you me/ him/ her/ us/ them us us/ them me him/ her
Đại từ phản thân yourself
myself/ herself/ himself/ ourselves/ themselves myself herself/ himself/ ourselves themselves
Bước 2: Lùi thì (Thì của câu gián tiếp sẽ lùi một thì so với câu trực tiếp) Câu trực tiếp Câu gián tiếp E.g. Thì hiện tại đơn Thì quá khứ đơn
He said: “Do you know her?” He asked (Present Simple) (Past Simple) if I knew her.
She said: “Is Lan running?” She asked me if Lan was running.
Thì hiện tại tiếp diễn Thì quá khứ tiếp diễn (Present Continuous) (Past Continuous)
Thì hiện tại hoàn thành Thì quá khứ hoàn thành
We said: “Have you been here?” (Present Perfect) (Past Perfect)
We asked if you had been 2 lOMoAR cPSD| 40342981 here. Thì quá khứ đơn Thì quá khứ hoàn thành
Mom said: “Was he at home yesterday?” (Past Simple) (Past Perfect)
Mom asked me if he had been at home the previous day. Thì quá khứ tiếp diễn
Thì quá khứ hoàn thành tiếp diễn Teacher said: “Were you (Past Continuous) (Past Perfect Continuous)
talking?” Teacher asked if I had been talking. can could
He said “Can you do it?” He asked me if I could do it. may might
Quynh said “May 1 be with you?”
Quynh asked if she might be with me. will would
She said: “Will he come home?” She
asked if he would come home.
Bước 3: Đổi các mốc thời gian hoặc nơi chốn trong câu today/ tonight that day/ that night now/ at the moment then/ at that moment tomorrow
the day after/ the following day/ the next day yesterday
the day before/ the previous day ago before next + time next
the + time + after/ the following + time/the next + time the following Sunday Sunday last + time
the + time + before/ the previous + time. here there this that these those
3. Câu gián tiếp dạng câu hỏi Yes/No
Với dạng câu hỏi Yes/No thông thường, câu gián tiếp sẽ có cấu trúc như sau:
S + asked + if / whether + S (đổi ngôi) + V (lùi thì)... E.g. She said: “Do you like
coffee?” She asked if I liked coffee (or not).
I said to her: “Can I help you?” / asked whether I could help her.
My teacher said: “Have you finished your homework?” My teacher asked if we had finished our homework? * Lưu ý: 3 lOMoAR cPSD| 40342981 @overlinktinhhhh
Tuy nhiên, đôi khi chúng ta sẽ bắt gặp các trường hợp ngoại lệ của dạng câu hỏi Yes/No như sau: CÂU HỎI
Đây là dạng mẫu câu giao tiếp vô cùng thông dụng trong đời sống. YÊU CẦU
Khi gặp phải trường hợp này ta có thể sử dụng cấu trúc: LỊCH SỰ
S + asked sb + to + V-inf + (O)
He said: “Can you do me a favor?” He asked me to do him a favor.
She said: “Would you mind opening the door for me?”
She asked me to open the door for her CÂU HỎI
Chuyển câu hỏi đuôi thành câu gián tiếp thường và lược bỏ câu hỏi đuôi. ĐUÔI
My mother said: “He was a pilot, wasn’t he?” My mother
asked if he had been a pilot.
We said: “He is a good doctor, isn’t he?”
We said that he was a good doctor and assumed that he was.
EX1. Choose the best answer a, b, c or d.
1. Her children ________________ whether they would pay a visit to Thien Duong Cave that week. a. said b. asked her c. tell her d. questions
2. The hikers wondered if the entrance to the cave ________________ at the moment. a. blocked b. was blocked c. was blocking d. would be blocked
3. Amy asked the tour guide ________________the best time to see the humpback whale was. a. where b. how c. when d. why
when is your birthday -> when your birthday was
4. The students said that they ________________ to go on a field trip after the final exam. a. wanted b. want c. would want d. could want
5. They told me they ________________ some of New Zealand’s rarest flora and fauna at Milford Sound. a. will see b. are going to see c. have seen d. might see
6. Kevin wanted to know ________________ the largest island of Korea. a. whether Jeju Island was b. was Jeju Island c. if Jeju Island is d. if it is Jeju Island
7. We wondered whether we would experience heavy rainfall in the forest ________________. a. the next week b. the week after that c. the upcoming week d. the following week
8. Mrs. Molly asked us ________________ doing during the camp that summer. a. whether we enjoyed b. what we enjoyed c. did we enjoy d. that we enjoyed
9. “Are Iguazu Falls shared by two countries Argentina and Brazil?” asked Jade. 4 lOMoAR cPSD| 40342981
a. Jade asked two countries Argentina and Brazil shared Iguazu Falls.
b. Jade wondered what Iguazu Falls were shared by two countries Argentina and Brazil.
c. Jade asked whether Iguazu Falls were shared by two countries Argentina and Brazil.
d. Jade wondered which two countries shared Iguazu Falls, Argentina and Brazil.
10. They said that they were going to see the baobab trees in Madagascar that weekend.
a. “We are going to see the baobab trees in Madagascar this weekend,” said they.
b. They said, “They were going to see the baobao trees in Madagascar that weekend.”
c. “They were going to see the baobad trees in Madagascar this weekend,” we said.
d. We said, “We are going to see the baobao trees in Madagascar that weekend.”
EX2. Choose the sentence that best transforms the original one
1. “Can we go to the Amazon Rainforest next summer vacation?”, the child asked his mother.
→ The child asked his mother ______________.
A. if they can go to the Amazon Rainforest next summer vacation
B. whether they could go to the Amazon Rainforest next summer vacation
C. could they go to the Amazon Rainforest next summer vacation
D. if could they go to the Amazon Rainforest next summer vacation2. “Is this butterfly species native to the area?”, the tourist asked him.
→ The tourist asked him ______________.
A. is this butterfly species native to the area
B. if this butterfly species was native to the area
C. whether is this butterfly species native to the area
D. whether was this butterfly species native to the area
3. “Will you visit Ha Long Bay tomorrow?”, Tom asked his aunt.
→ Tom asked his aunt ______________.
A. if she would visit Ha Long Bay the next day
B. whether she will visit Ha Long Bay tomorrow
C. if she visits Ha Long Bay the next day
D. whether would she visit Ha Long Bay tomorrow4. “Did you watch the news yesterday, My?”, John asked.
→ John asked My ______________.
A. if she watches the news yesterday
B. whether she had watched the news yesterday
C. if she had watched the news the day before
D. did she watch the news yesterday
5. “Are you ready to explore a natural wonder?”, Mr. Joey asked his sons. 5 lOMoAR cPSD| 40342981 @overlinktinhhhh
→ Mr. Joey asked his sons ______________.
A. were they ready to explore a natural wonder
B. if they are ready to explore a natural wonder
C. if they were ready to explore a natural wonder
D. whether were they ready to explore a natural wonder
6. “Are you interested in trying my country’s cuisine?”, Nam asked me.
→ Nam asked me ______________.
A. if I was interested in trying his country’s cuisine
B. whether I am interested in trying his country’s cuisine
C. if I were interested in trying my country’s cuisine
D. was I interested in trying his country’s cuisine
7. “Have you finished your homework today?”, my teacher asked Tom.
→ My teacher asked Tom ______________.
A. if he has finished his homework today
B. whether he finished his homework that day
C. if he had finished his homework that day
D. had he finished his homework today
8. “Have you ever tried these delicious traditional dishes, Rose?”, Minh asked.
→ Minh asked Rose ______________.
A. whether she has ever tried these delicious traditional dishes
B. if she had ever tried those delicious traditional dishes
C. had she ever tried those delicious traditional dishesD. whether had she ever tried those delicious traditional dishes
9. “Are you coming to the party tonight?”, my friend asked me.
→ My friend asked me ______________.
A. if I was coming to the party that night
B. whether I come to the party tonight
C. am I coming to the party tonight
D. if I were coming to the party tonight
10. “Are these the main topics I need to study for the exam?”, the student asked the teacher.
→ The student asked the teacher ______________.
A. if these are the main topics he needs to study for the exam
B. whether those were the main topics he needed to study for the exam
C. if these were the main topics he needs to study for the examD. whether these were the main topics I need to
study for the exam EX3. Choose the correct answer to complete each dialogue. 6 lOMoAR cPSD| 40342981
1. Jack: “Is Mount Everest the tallest mountain in the world?” - Owen: “_________________” A. Wow, that’s
impressive! I love the Eiffel Tower.
B. Really? I thought it was the Statue of Liberty.
C. Yes, it’s on the border of Nepal and China.
D. No way, Ha Long Bay is much bigger.
2. Levi: “I’m going to visit Australia. I really want to see the Great Barrier Reef.” - Daniel: “__________”
A. That’s a great plan, the Colosseum is fascinating too.
B. Sounds fun! The Leaning Tower is quite the sight.
C. Excellent choice, the Amazon is full of life.
D. Perfect! The Great Barrier Reef is underwater!
3. Ella: “Have you ever seen the Northern Lights?” - Abigail: “_________________” A. They’re the world’s tallest waterfalls.
B. Yes, they’re colorful lights that dance in the sky at night.
C. They’re a big clock tower in London.
D. They’re a massive underground network of tunnels.
4. Hazel: “What’s that enormous red rock formation in the distance?” - Layla: “_________________”
A. It’s Mount Fuji, a volcano in Japan.
B. It’s the Great Wall of China, an ancient stone wall.
C. It’s the Leaning Tower of Pisa, a tilted tower in Italy.
D. It’s Uluru, also known as Ayers Rock, a massive sandstone rock in Australia.
5. Isla: “Where can you find the geysers erupting hot water and steam?” - Grace: “_________________”
A. You can see them in Yellowstone National Park in the USA.
B. It’s a natural phenomenon specific to Antarctica.
C. They’re a common sight in the Sahara Desert. D. They’re a type of traditional Japanese garden.
6. Riley: “What’s that huge body of salt water with no fish living in it?” - Stella: “_________________”
A. It’s the Dead Sea, famous for being very salty and buoyant.
B. It’s Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world.
C. It’s the Amazon River, the world’s longest river by volume.
D. It’s the Great Barrier Reef, a vast coral reef system.
EX4. Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the others. a. paradise 1.b. destination c. risk d. majestic 7 lOMoAR cPSD| 40342981 @overlinktinhhhh 2. a. geological b. imagine c. agency d. together a. w o nder 3. ^ b. complex c. backdrop d. proper 4. a. historic
b. picturesque c. enter d. sentence 5. a. measure
b. sustainable c. structure ^ d. support
EX5. Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following sentences.
1. Without the slighest hesitate (A), the villagers agreed on (B) stopping (C) hunting (D) wild animals.
2. The (A) Caspian Sea is the world’s large (B) inland body of water, offering (C) a diverse range of climates (D) throughout the year.
3. Africa is rich on (A) biodiversity, including (B) iconic species like (C) elephants, lions, and (D) giraffes.
4. Miley wanted to know (A) whether (B) Fish River Canyon is located (C) in the heart (D) of Namibia.
5. I couldn’t help (A) admire (B) the scenic beauty (C) of the coastlines along (D) Australia.
6. Po Nagar Kalan is (A) the main tower, that (B) is one of the tallest (C) Cham structures (D).
7. Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak (A), is famous for (B) its snow-cover (C) summit and diverse (D) ecosystems.
8. Sometimes our efforts on (A) protecting natural (B) wonders of the city aren’t (C) full (D) appreciated.
9. I’d (A) prefer leave (B) early because I have (C) a conference with my son’s (D) teacher tomorrow at three thirty.
10. He said to (A) me that he was (B) going to explore (C) Africa and see the giraffes this (D) summer.
EX6. Read the passage and choose the best answer A, B, C, or D.
Mosquito Bay, (1) _______________ on Vieques Island in Puerto Rico, is a bioluminescent bay. This means
tiny organisms called dinoflagellates light up the water (2) _______________ night. When the water is disturbed,
these creatures emit a blue-green glow, creating a magical (3) _____________.
Scientists believe the dinoflagellates use their bioluminescence to (4) _______________ themselves from
predators. (5) _______________ a predator attacks, the dinoflagellates flash their light, attracting other predators to
the area. This confuses the (6) _______________ predator and allows the dinoflagellates to escape.
Mosquito Bay is one of the (7) _______________ bioluminescent bays in the world. Visitors can enjoy a
kayaking (8) _______________ at night to witness the glowing water firsthand. It’s important to be respectful of the
environment (9) _______________ avoid using harsh chemicals that could (10) _______________ the dinoflagellates.
- bioluminescent: phát quang sinh học - dinoflagellates: tảo hai roi
My school is located on nguyen luong bang street – dùng bị động
Mosquito Bay, which is located on Vieques.. is a bioluminescent bay.
1. A. locates B. located C. locating D. location 2. A. in B. on C. till D. at 8 lOMoAR cPSD| 40342981
3. A. special B. specially C. spectacle D. spectacular
4. A. defend B. attract C. destroy D. endanger 5. A. Unless B. When C. Because D. Although 6. A. first B. second C. third D. all
7. A. bright B. brighter C. brightest D. brightly 8. A. match B. course C. race D. tour 9. A. but B. and C. or
D. so 10.B. help C. protect D. create
EX7. A. harm Choose the best answer A, B, C or D.
1. Sarah says, “Is Ha Long Bay in Vietnam?” A. Sarah asked if Vietnam has Ha Long Bay.
B. Sarah said that Ha Long Bay was in Vietnam.
C. Sarah asks whether Ha Long Bay is in Vietnam.
D. Sarah asks whether Ha Long Bay belongs to Vietnam.
2. Sarah wondered, “Can we swim in the Dead Sea?” A. Sarah didn’t
know how deep the Dead Sea was.
B. Sarah asked if they could swim in the Dead Sea.
C. Sarah asked if the Dead Sea was a good place for swimming.
D. Sarah said that swimming wasn’t allowed in the Dead Sea.
3. Sarah exclaimed, “Can you swim in the Great Barrier Reef?” A. Sarah wondered
if the Great Barrier Reef was safe to swim in.
B. Sarah required me to swim in the Great Barrier Reef.
C. Sarah asked if I could swim in the Great Barrier Reef.
D. Sarah wanted to know if she could swim in the Great Barrier Reef.
4. “Are penguins native to the Arctic?” the child asked curiously. A. The child asked if
penguins were native to the Arctic.
B. The child wanted to know where penguins lived.
C. The child asked whether were the penguins native to the Arctic.
D. The child asked whether the penguins are native to the Arctic.
5. David wants to know, “Are there any active volcanoes in Europe?” A. David wondered if
there are any active volcanoes in Europe.
B. David informed me that there are active volcanoes in Europe.
C. David asked whether there were active volcanoes in Europe.
D. David wants to know whether there were any active volcanoes in Europe.
6. John said, “Does the Northern Lights appear all year round?” A. John asked if the
Northern Lights appeared all year round.
B. John asked if the best time to see the Northern Lights was winter. 9 lOMoAR cPSD| 40342981 @overlinktinhhhh
C. John wanted to know if the Northern Lights were dangerous.
D. John wondered if he knew when the Northern Lights appeared.
7. The teacher said, “Are there any active volcanoes in Hawaii?” A. The teacher asked
were there any active volcanoes in Hawaii.
B. The teacher explained that volcanoes could erupt in Hawaii.
C. The teacher asked if there were any active volcanoes in Hawaii.
D. The teacher asked to know the location of the volcanoes in Hawaii.
8. David questioned, “Is Victoria Falls the highest waterfall in the world?” A. David asked where
the highest waterfall Victoria Falls was located.
B. David asked if Victoria Falls was the highest waterfall in the world.
C. David wanted to know if they needed a visa to visit Victoria Falls.
D. David asked that was Victoria Falls the highest waterfall in the world?
9. Maria asked, “Is the Grand Canyon a man-made wonder?” A. Maria wanted to know
if the Grand Canyon is a man-made wonder.
B. Maria asked whether the Grand Canyon is the biggest canyon.
C. Maria wondered if they could see the Grand Canyon that day.
D. Maria asked whether the Grand Canyon was a man-made wonder.
10. They asked, “Has anyone ever reached the bottom of the Mariana Trench?”
A. They wondered if someone had reached the bottom of the Mariana Trench.
B. They asked if anyone had ever reached the bottom of the Mariana Trench.
C. They asked whether someone ever reached the bottom of the Mariana Trench.
D. They asked whether anyone has ever reached the bottom of the Mariana Trench.
EX8. Choose the sentence that best transforms the original one.
1. “This glacier is shrinking,” the researcher sadly stated. A. The researcher
reported the glacier looked beautiful.
B. The researcher explained how glaciers form on mountains.
C. The researcher happily announced the glacier’s growth.
D. The researcher expressed sadness about the glacier’s reduction.
2. The travellers said, ‘We climbed the highest mountain in Europe.”
A. The travelers announced they had climbed the highest mountain in Europe.
B. The travelers boasted that we had climbed the highest mountain in Europe.
C. The travelers admitted they climbed the highest mountain in Europe.
D. The travelers inquired about climbing the highest mountain in Europe.
3. “The Great Barrier Reef is in danger due to pollution,” warned the conservationist. A. The conservationist
reported that the Great Barrier Reef was thriving.
B. The conservationist promised the Great Barrier Reef would be safe from pollution. 10 lOMoAR cPSD| 40342981
C. The conservationist warned that pollution threatened the Great Barrier Reef.
D. The conservationist explained the Great Barrier Reef is a beautiful underwater world.
4. “Uluru is a sacred site for Aboriginal Australians,” the brochure stated. A. The brochure offered
tips on disrespecting Uluru’s sacredness.
B. The brochure described Uluru as a place of minimal cultural significance.
C. The brochure stated that Uluru was a sacred site for Aboriginal Australians.
D. The brochure announced that the Aboriginal Australians’ Uluru is a sacred site.
5. “The stalagmites and stalactites in the cave are incredible,” she said.
A. She explained that the stalagmites and stalactites in the cave are incredible.
B. She remarked that the stalagmites and stalactites in the cave were incredible.
C. She announced the discovery of stalagmites and stalactites in the cave.
D. She wanted to know the beauty of the cave’s stalagmites and stalactites.
6. “The Grand Canyon was formed millions of years ago,” she said.
A. She mentioned that the Grand Canyon had been formed millions of years before.
B. She said that the Grand Canyon formed was formed millions of years ago.
C. She mentioned that the Grand Canyon would be formed in millions of years.
D. She sated that the Grand Canyon’s formation needed millions of years ago to form.
EX9. Choose the correct word to complete the sentences.
1. Machu Picchu, the ancient Inca city, is hidden high in the Andes _________________. A. mountains B. valleys C. waterfalls D. rivers
2. Conservationists announce that the giant pandas of China are an endangered _________________. A. pieces B. species C. means D. series
3. Tokyo has hidden gems like the Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, a refuge teeming (đầy ắp) with diverse _________________ and fauna. A. plants B. flowers C. flora D. trees
Teem with sth: đầy ắp, nhiều
Refuge: nơi ẩn náu, trú ẩn
Conservationist: người bảo tồn
4. Whale watching tours allow people to observe these giant mammals in their natural ______________ environment. A. land B. grassy C. desert D. marine
5. Some underwater caves near ancient Mayan ruins can only be explored through _______________. A. windsurfing B. scuba diving C. sailing D. snorkeling
6. You would look for a _________________ to learn more about things to do and places to stay at a tourist attraction. 11 lOMoAR cPSD| 40342981 @overlinktinhhhh
A. science journal B. arts magazine
C. travel brochure D. daily newspaper
7. New Zealand’s geothermal wonders are _________________, with colorful pools and geysers erupting from the ground. A. magnificent B. unhappy C. indecisive D. unimpressive
8. Rainforests are known for their incredible _________________, with millions of species of insects- côn trùng, birds,
and plants all living together.
A. climate change B. biodiversity C. deforestation: phá rừng D. weather patterns
9. Many parts of Mongolia are covered in _________________, where horses and sheep roam freely. A. swamp-đầm lầy B. jungle- rừng rậm C. ice sheet D. grassland
10. The Amazon rainforest is a complex _________________ with millions of plant and animal species depending on each other for survival. A. collection B. ecosystem C. territory D. landscape
EX10. Read the passage and choose the correct answer to each of the questions.
The Great Barrier Reef is the world’s largest coral reef system composed of over
2,900 individual reefs and 900 islands stretching for over 2,300 kilometers over an area of approximately 344,400
square kilometers, as big as a city. Located in the Coral Sea, off the coast of Queensland, Australia, the Great Barrier
Reef can even be seen from outer space!
These coral reefs are made up of tiny living organisms called coral polyps. Coral polyps take calcium carbonate
from the ocean water to build their hard skeletons, which form the base of the reef. Millions of polyps working
together over millions of years have created this vast underwater structure.
The Great Barrier Reef is a haven for a mind-boggling variety of marine life. Over 1,500 species of fish, 411 types of
hard coral, 134 species of sharks and rays, and six of the world’s seven species of marine turtles call the reef home.
This incredible biodiversity makes the Great Barrier Reef a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Sadly, the Great Barrier Reef faces threats from pollution, climate change, and overfishing. Rising water
temperatures cause coral bleaching, which is when coral loses its vibrant colors and dies. Protecting this natural
wonder is crucial for the health of our oceans and the amazing creatures that live there.
1. What is the Great Barrier Reef made of? A. Sand and rocks B. Shipwrecks C. Volcanic rock
D. Tiny living organisms called coral polyps
2. Where is the Great Barrier Reef located? A. Off the coast of Africa B. In the Pacific Ocean C. In the Atlantic Ocean D. In the Indian Ocean
3. How big is the Great Barrier Reef?
A. It’s smaller than a football field.
B. It’s smaller than a swimming pool.
C. It’s about the size of a large city.
D. It’s only a few meters long.
4. What are some threats to the Great Barrier Reef? 12 lOMoAR cPSD| 40342981
A. Pollution, climate change, and overfishing B. Too many tourists visiting C. Lack of sunlight D. Too much rain
5. Why is the Great Barrier Reef important? A. It’s a popular surfing spot.
B. It’s a popular place for deep-sea diving. C. It’s a source of oil.
D. It provides a home for a vast variety of marine life.
6. What happens when the water temperature rises around the Great Barrier Reef? A. The coral gets stronger.
B. The coral bleaches and dies.
C. The coral changes colors but stays healthy. D. The coral grows faster.
EX11. Choose the best answer a, b, c or d to complete the sentence.
1. Mr. Connor is attending a seminar on world natural heritages and sustainable ______________. a. discovery b. diversity c. development d. exploration
2. South America has glaciers, waterfalls, and diverse ______________ from desert to jungle. a. paradises b. ecosystems c. monuments d. landscapes
3. If you’re a nature lover, ______________ exploring the caves in Quang Binh Provine. a. support b. consider c. hesitate d. mention
4. The best sightings of the northern lights often ______________ between 11pm and midnight. a. locate b. occur c. measure d. host
5. One interesting ______________ of the Great Barrier Reef is that it’s bigger than the UK, Switzerland and Holland combined. a. feature b. risk c. access d. threat
6. The locals strongly ______________ the project to protect the ecosystems in the Amazon Rainforest. a. destroyed b. forbade c. found d. supported
7. Tourists couldn’t ______________ admiring the magnificent view of the Victoria Falls. a. think b. encourage c. help d. permit
8. The waters surrounding Komodo island contain rich marine ______________. a. biodiversity b. destination c. wonder d. landscape
9. Grand Canyon South Rim offers easy ______________ to the most beautiful viewpoints of the area. a. permission b. access c. location d. possession
10. The trip to explore Son Doong Cave is very ______________. It needs a lot of equipment and thorough preparation. a. urgent b. charming c. risky d. threatened 13 lOMoAR cPSD| 40342981 @overlinktinhhhh
11. The Amazon is home to a variety of ______________ such as the Brazil Nut Tree, the Giant Water Lily, or the Kapok Tree. a. flora b. ecosystem c. fauna d. biodiversity
12. A ______________ is characterized by high rainfall, high humidity’ and a rich diversity of plant and animal life. a. desert b. canyon c. freshwater d. rainforest
13. Kiwi birds and Hector’s dolphins are some of the most signature ___________ of New Zealand. a. destination b. fauna c. flora d. plant
EX12. Read the text carefully, then choose the correct answers.
After only 50 minute flying from Ho Chi Minh City, you will set foot on the tropical paradise of Vietnam and the world: Phu Quoc Island.
The island has a roughly triangular shape with a north-south length of 50km and a west-east width of 25km. A great
part of the terrain is filled with beautiful sandy beaches, but there is a mountainous region with 99 peaks, among
which the Peak of Chua Mountain is the tallest one at 603 meters. Due to Phu Quoc’s location in the Gulf of Thailand,
its climate is subequatorial with a temperate weather all year round, making trips to Phu Quoc possible any time in
the year. However, the best time to travel to this island is during the dry season, from November until March, when
the sky is blue and clear and the rains are away. Phu Quoc is most famous for its cuisines and a natural wonderful
coastline. The most famous food of Phu Quoc is fish sauce, which has become quite popular all over Vietnam and the
world. Besides, another thing worth trying there is the spicy yet interesting black pepper. However, the factor that
will definitely intrigue you to visit Phu Quoc is its untouched coastline featuring several heavenly beaches. They have
yet to be explored to their full ability, but this fact might be actually positive as it gives the shores a romantic beauty
that you can find in nowhere else in the world.
1. What is Phu Quoc Island regarded as? a. Pearl of the Orient b. Tropical Paradise c. City of Eternal Spring d. Lanterns Paradise
2. According to the passage, Phu Quoc Island _________________.
a. has both beaches and mountains
b. doesn’t have many tourist attractions
c. has the tallest mountain in Vietnam
d. doesn’t have rains all the year round
3. Tourists can visit Phu Quoc anytime in the year thanks to _________________. a. its location by the sea b. its friendly local people c. its temperate climate d. its dry season
4. What are Phu Quoc’s specialities? a. red pepper and fish sauce
b. black pepper and dried fish c. red pepper and soya sauce
d. spicy black pepper and fish sauce
5. The word “intrigue” has the closest meaning to _________________. 14 lOMoAR cPSD| 40342981 a. attract b. promote c. inspire d. pay attention to
6. Which of the following statements is NOT true?
a. Phu Quoc Island is located in the Gulf of Thailand.
b. The beaches in Phu Quoc Island have been explored to their full potentials.
c. Phu Quoc’s dry season begins from November and lasts through March.
d. The island is roughly triangular in shape. 15