PART II: READING (2,5 points)
I. Complete the passage using the words in the box. (1,25p)
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The Carnival in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil is the biggest carnival in the world which (21)__________for five days. Every year in the month of February the festivities start. Hundreds of people are (22) __________ on the streets enjoying the street bands, singers and orchestras.
The main hightlight of the carnival is the Samba Parade in which 200 schools participate. The schools have elaborate costumes, floats and dancing styles. It is an (23) __________experience!
Come August and it’s (24) __________ to have fun in Bunol, Spain. La Tomatina - a fun filled battle - begins on the last Wednesday of August. Thousands of people come from all over the world to participate in a grand tomato fight. Puzzled! Why does it happen?
To have fun. Actually a week long festival goes on before the tomato fight. The festival has dancing, music, parades, fireworks and food. However, the (25) __________ have to take a few precautions. They are asked to squish the tomatoes before throwing so that it does not hurt the other people. They are also advised to wear safety gloves and goggles.
II. Read the passage, then answer the questions below:( 1,25 pts)
Skyfall is one of the best action films in recent years. Released in 2012, it stars Daniel Craig as secret James Bond and Spanish actor Javier Bardem in the role of Raoul Silva, the villain in this film.
The plot involves a genius computer hacker who is an ex- spy. He wants to take revenge on the organization he used to work for and James Bond has to prevent this from happening. There are a lot of exciting action scenes as Bond pursues him around the world. Can he stop him before it is too late?
The film is set in a variety of locations including Istanbul, Shanghai, Macau, London and Scotland, which gives it a very international atmosphere. The soundtrack is impressive and includes the theme song “Skyfall”, performed by English singer Adele. The acting is also of a very high standard and Bardem brings his character to life with a dazzling and memorable performance.
* Answer the question
26. What kind of film is Skyfall?
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27. When did the film come out in cinemas?
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28. Who are the main character?
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29. Who plays the baddie in the film?
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30. Who sang the theme song for skyfall?
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PART III. WRITING (2,5.p points)
I. Rearrange the words to make meaningful sentence( 1,25pts )
XI. Write sentences with the cues given. Use the correct form of the verbs.
31. Christmas / one / most famous /is/ religious festivals / of/ in/ the world.
→ _______________________________________________________________________
32. Easter / held /to celebrate /is/ the resurrection from the dead / Jesus Chris/ of/.
→ _______________________________________________________________________
33. Japanese Girls’ Day /to/ celebrated /is/ March 3rd /on/ pray /in/ the health and happiness / the young girls /for/ Japan/ of.
→ _______________________________________________________________________
34.
My family and I / go / Thailand / last April / take part / the Songkran Festival.
→ _______________________________________________________________________
35. Vietnamese people / prepare /and/ Tet /for/ cleaning / their houses / cooking / traditional special foods.
→ _______________________________________________________________________
II. Rewrite the following sentences without changing the meaning.(1,25point)
36. I’ve never seen such a boring movie. (most)
It_________________________________________________________
37. How long is it since you wnt to the cinema. (last)
When_____________________________________________________
38.Although she was scared, she enjoyed watching horror movies. (spite)
In _________________________________________________________
39. Why don’t we go out to dinner and a movie? (suggested)
She ________________________________________________________
40. Despite the heavy rain, they still went hiking. (it)
Although____________________________________________________
1. festivities
2. parades
3. costumes
4. dancing
5. fireworks