UNIT 5: WONDERS OF VIETNAM

A. PHONETICS
I. Decide whether the underlined words are stressed (S) or unstressed (U).
1. Emma: Who is that person Anna is talking to? ( ____ )
        Olivia: I don't know. Who is that man?
2. Isabella: Can you tell me where this picture was taken?
        Sophia: Ha Long Bay is the ( ____ ) place where this picture was taken.
3. Amelia: This is a ( ____ ) trip I've been waiting for. ( ____ )
        Charlotte: It's not a ( ____ ) trip, but the ( ____ ) trip.
4. Ava: Does this paragraph look good?
        Mia: You should never use a ( ____ ) comma after 'nor'. ( ____ )
5. Harper: Hey! Who are you looking at? ( ____ )
        Evelyn: Look at ( ____ ) those tourists! They seem to get lost.
6. Abigail: Did you ask Mia to ( ____ ) join us?
        Emily: Yes, I did, but she doesn't want to. ( ____ )
7. Searching for pictures of ( ____ ) natural wonders is what I'm fond of. ( ____ )
        8. My brother says university is a ( ____ ) way to be successful, but not the ( ____ ) only way.
II. Underline the short words (a, an, the, for, from, and...) using the strong form.
1. Madison: Have you ever met the girl that Glen usually goes to school with?
        Penelope: Yes, I've met her several times. She's very friendly.
2. Luna: The surrounding here seems peaceful or calm.
        Chloe: It's peaceful and calm, not peaceful or calm.
3. Aria: Do you want sugar and milk for your coffee?
        Ella: No sugar, but milk please.
4. Layla: Who do you rent the house from?
        Riley: An old friend of my parents'.
5. Lily: Who will you visit Phong Nha Caves with?
        Nora: I will get there with my parents.
6. The conjunction 'and' can be put at the beginning of the sentence.
7. Lillian: Would you like to have lunch with me?
        Eleanor: Yes, I'd love to.
8. Natalie: This is the postcard I've been looking for.
        Addison: But what is special about it?
B. VOCABULARY
I. Fill in each blank with a word from the box.

1. Hue ________ court's refined music is called “Nha Nhac Cung Dinh” in Vietnamese.
2. Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park was listed in UNESCO's World Heritage Sites in 2003 for its
________ values.
3. Many forests blanketed the region along with a ________ and divergent animal as well as plant
life.
4. Among many attractions, the ________ park is the region's most popular tourist facility.
5. ________ tasks may include fielding phone calls, welcoming visitors, and word processing.

6. The Hue ________ City lies in the city of Hue, which was once the former capital of Vietnam.
7. He was a strong king who pursued military development from the beginning of his ________
8. The mountains will provide a dramatic ________ for our picnic, but we still haven't decided
whether to go yet.
9. Viet Nam is a country of ________ natural diversity and wonders, rewarding travellers with
unforgettable experiences.
10. These paths lead to spectacular view points and ________ mountain villages.
II. Match the words with the descriptions.
1. limestone
a. a group of buildings of a similar type together in one place
2. citadel
b. a person who travels to a holy place for religious reasons
3. tomb
c. a large, strong building, or a group of buildings that can be used to defend
from attack
4. measure
d. an official action that is done in order to achieve a particular aim
5. complex
e. a type of white rock that contains calcium, used in building and in making
6. pilgrim
cement
7. fortress
f. an environment where something is located; the place at which something
8. setting
happens
9. heritage
g. a castle on high ground in or near a city where people could go when the
10. sculpture
city was being attacked
h. the history, traditions, buildings and objects that a country or society has
had for many years and that are considered an important part of its
character
i. a large stone structure, on land or underground, where an important person
is buried
j. a work of art that is a solid figure or object made by carving or shaping
wood, stone, clay, metal, etc.
III. Choose the best answer to complete the sentences.
1. The ancient citadel is a ________ sight to behold, especially during Hue Festival.
        A. ordinary        
B. normal        
C. spectacular         D. common
2. Phong Nha - Ke Bang officially got UNESCO ________ for the second time in 2015.
        A. recognition         B. measure        
C. development       D. preservation
3. The Imperial ________ of Thang Long is an outstanding place of interest worldwide not only for
the townspeople.
        A. Citadel        
B. Fortress        
C. Cathedral          D. Pagoda
4. Phong Nha ________ is one of the cultural heritage sites of the world with an unsurpassed
wonder of nature.
        A. Cavern        
B. Grotto        
C. Complex          D. Cave
5. U.S. news site Insider has named Son Doong, the world's largest cave ________ in Vietnam's
central province of Quang Binh, one of the most breathtaking natural wonders in the world.
        A. posted        
B. positioned         C. located        
D. placed
6. Trang An landscape includes amazing ________ karst peaks, beautiful valleys, and winding
rivers.
        A. sand        
B. limestone         C. rock        
D. brick
7. They will soon reopen exclusive tours to Son Doong Cave - the world's largest cave ________.
        A. system        
B. complex        
C. structure          D. centre
8. A ________ of the goddess Mahishasuramardini may be found in the pediment above the
entrance to the Po Nagar temple.

        A. sculpture        
B. tomb        
C. figure        
D. painting
9. The historical complex is known for its rich architecture and beautiful landscape ________.
        A. spaces        
B. setting        
C. location        
D. context
10. Ha Long Bay, literally means “Bay of Descending Dragons”, is considered having the most
________ sight in Vietnam.
        A. artistic        
B. touristy        
C. colourful          D. picturesque
IV. Write the correct form of the word in brackets.
1. Duong Dong town, located on the west coast of Phu Quoc, is the ________ centre and also the
largest town of the island. (administrate)
2. Vietnam has strategic location by the sea with more than 3000 km of coast line, combining with
________ natural richness. (measure)
3. Vietnamese ________ intangible cultural heritages are divided into the four categories of
traditional handicrafts, traditional festivals, social practices and beliefs, and folklore knowledge.
(recognise)
4. ________ in Quang Nam province, Hoi An ancient town is just about 30 km from Da Nang City.
(situate)
5. ________ from Miss Universe 2018 have unveiled their national costumes ahead of the beauty
pageant. (contest)
6. According to ________ , Son Doong cave was formed around 2-5 million years ago. (geology)
7. Nestled in the southern highland region, the ________ city of Da Lat is a refreshing break from
the south's tropical climate. (picture)
8. Although you've seen many attractive pictures of Ha Long Bay, the only way to explore it
________ is on a cruise. (proper)
9. The lake we will visit isn't too impressive as far as lakes go, but it is notable for its historic
________. (locate)
10. Have you ever taken a bicycle ________ tour in Ha Noi to discover all of 36 old quarters?
(sight-see)
C. GRAMMAR
I. Rewrite the sentences using the Impersonal Passive.
1. We know that Phong Nha cave is the largest cave in the world measured by cross-section.
                
2. Some articles report that regional development for the natural wonders' area is being planned.
                
3. They believe that the citadel of the Ho Dynasty is a good combination of the natural setting and
man-made constructions.
                
4. Geologists expect that new underwater passage will be explored in Son Doong cave.
                
5. Journalists report that Trang An landscape complex is the first world mixed natural and cultural
heritage in Southeast Asia.
                
6. People know that the complex of Hue Monuments is well-known not only for its rich architecture
but also for the beautiful landscaping.
                
7. Researchers believe that My Son temple complex was constructed between the 4th and 14th
centuries.
                

8. They claim that Da Nang attracts more tourists than Bali in Indonesia and Phuket in Thailand.
                
9. We expect that the coming years will see Ha Long look set to grow more sustainably.
                
10. Many people claim that Japanese Covered Bridge in Hoi An ancient town was created by the
Japanese.
                
II. Choose the correct option.
1. My teacher (suggested taking/ suggested to take) a tour of the fine arts museum in Ho Chi Minh
City.
2. The travel agent suggested that (we took/ we should take) a city tour to better explore the
attractions.
3. I suggest that (you should ask/ you asking) the information desk to know more about the program.
4. They suggested that education and conservation of heritage sites (would be closely linked/ should
be closely linked).
5. The tour guide suggested (she bring / she brings) some drinks when climbing up the mountain.
6. They suggested (to walk/ walking) around and having dinner in Hoi An ancient town in the
evening.
7. She suggested (we join/ that joining) a half-day tour in the afternoon to explore the downtown.
8. They suggest that (he studies/ he should study) English to work as a tour guide or in hospitality
industry.
9. He strongly suggested (carrying/ to carrying) insect repellent when travelling in Cuc Phuong
National Park.
10. The travel agent suggested we (should include/ including) Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral in our
tour.
III. Choose the best answer to complete the sentences.
1. They suggested _______ joint tourism products of the localities and _______ the quality of
human resources.
        A. to create - to improve                
B. creating - improving
        C. creating - to improve                
D. to create - improving
2. _______ that Hoi An _______ a well-preserved ancient town located in central Vietnam.
        A. It is known - is                
B. It knows - is
        C. People are known - be                
D. They know - it is
3. Recently a friend _______ that we should team up for a holiday in Hue, Da nang, and Hoi An in
the summer.
        A. is suggested                 
B. was suggested
        C. suggested                 
D. has been suggested
4. It ________ that Tam Coc _______ to be one of the caves worth experiencing in Vietnam.
        A. is said - is deserved                
B. said - deserved
        C. was said - was deserved        
D. can be said - deserves
5. They _______ the visitors to the site of the wonder and _______ plans to preserve it.
        A. suggested to limiting - had        
B. are suggested to limit - have
        C. suggested limiting - having        
D. were suggested limiting - to have
6. It _______ that Bich Dong, means Jade Grotto in Vietnamese, _______ many meaningful
messages from Mother Nature.
        A. is believed - has                 
B. believed - to have

        C. is believed - having                 
D. believed - had
7. _______ that a public tourism information network _______ a free or trial application.
        A. They are suggested - must be      
B. They suggested - should be
        C. It is suggested - needs to be        
D. People suggested - is
8. _______ that the best time _______ Ha Long Bay is between March and May when the visibility
is clear.
        A. It suggested - visiting                
B. We are suggested - visiting
        C. It suggested - to visit                
D. It is suggested - to visit
9. _______ the reporter should write an article about Vietnamese world heritages if _______
interested in them.
        A. We suggested - he was                
B. We suggested to - he was
        C. We were suggested that - we are          D. We are suggested by - we were
10. It _______ that the Citadel of the Ho Dynasty _______ more than ten million domestic and
foreign visitors this year.
        A. they expected - attract                
B. is expected - attracts
        C. is expected - will attract        
D. expects - can attract
IV. Choose the word or phrase that needs correction.
1. People are said that My Son Sanctuary can be compared to Angkor in Cambodia.
         A                                        
B                        C             D
2. He suggested that we need to nurture all of our world heritages in stead of exploit them.
              A                         B                                C                                
D
3. Ha Long Bay is also considering one of the New Seven Natural Wonders of the World.
                   
A                B                   C                                  
D
4. They suggested Viet Nam should make a heritage profile for the 2,500-years-old stone musical
              A                                 B                                                    
C
instruments of Phu Yen.
                    D
5. It's claimed that the first one finds out Son Doong Cave was a Vietnamese local man in 1990.
              A                                
B                                     C                        
D
6. The officer suggested that clearer tasks should assign among ministries and sectors to administer
                         
A                              
B                                
C              
D
7. Perfume Pagoda, which was built in the late 17th century, situated in My Due District,
                                   
A                         B                 C
70 kilometers west of Ha Noi.
                   
D
8. In the article, the reporter suggested to raise the competence of local heritage management
boards.
    A                                              
B                    C
D
9. It is hoped that more Vietnamese natural wonders will be recognised by the UNESCO in the
          A                 B                                                        
C                      D
coming years.
10. The travel website suggested that he goes around Sa Pa in winter to enjoy the cold weather.
                  A                                
B                                        
C                   D
D. SPEAKING

I. Put the responses into the correct columns.
- It's probably best to go by bus.
- Do you have any other tips?
- Er no, don't bother going to the pagodas.
- I wouldn't eat anything that's sold near the gate.
- What about places outside Hoi An?
- Yes, that's what I've heard.
- Don't drink the running water.
- What's the best way to get around?
- You really must visit that cave!
- Hmm, that's good to know.
- Do you know any good places to eat?
- Thanks, that's really useful.
Asking for
recommendations

Making recommendations

Responding
recommendations

II. Complete the conversation with the sentences from the box.

Brian: Is Son Doong Cave in your hometown, Vinh?
Vinh: Yes, it is. It's in Quang Binh province. (1) ________________________________________
Brian: Oh, the cave was discovered by a group of cavers from the British Cave Research
Association in my country in 2009.
Vinh:  (2) ________________________________________
Brian: What's it?
Vinh: The entrance to Son Doong cave was found by a Vietnamese local man in 1991.
(3)_________________________________________
Brian: Really? (4) ________________________________________
Vinh: I'm not sure, but that's a true story. He also helped the British team with their expedition.
Brian: (5) ________________________________________
Vinh: No, I haven't. Lots of people have registered to visit it, the expedition cost is also expensive.
Brian: (6) ________________________________________
Vinh: Yes. It is more than 5 kilometres long, 200 metres high and 150 metres wide. (7) __________
_______________________
Brian: I have seen the pictures they took from the cave. (8)
__________________________________
Vinh: I know. I will surely visit it one day.

Brian: Me too. Hey, let's go together!
E. READING
I. Read the passage and choose the best answers.
Ha Long Bay is located in Quang Ninh Province, northeast Vietnam, just 180 km east of Hanoi;
surrounded by Bai Tu Long Bay, Lan Ha Bay, Cat Ba Island, Tuan Chau Island and Ha Long City.
While Ha Long Bay is not a large area, it packs some 1,600 limestone islands and islets into its
1,553 km2. Limestone towers, green islands and islets boast karst caves, caverns and grottoes, many
hidden and still waiting to be discovered. Some islands are completely hollow. Framing the islands
are gorgeous beaches, the emerald sea lapping gently on the soft, white sand. The Bay was first
recorded as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994 thanks to its exceptional natural beauty and
aesthetic importance. In 2000, it had the honour of being recognised the second time for its
significant geomorphic features, as a billion-year-living proof of Earth's formation.
Many travellers are unaware that Ha Long Bay actually has an immense value to the world
because of its rare concentration of biodiversity, culture and history. Hence, this uniqueness is
exactly what makes Ha Long Bay a magical destination where travellers cannot wait to visit it.
Cruising the green islands is the only way to truly experience Ha Long Bay. On a wooden junk or
cruise vessel, you can take in the picture-perfect serenity of the area from balcony, sun deck and the
front of the boat in complete luxury. Watch the sun rise and set over the Bay, all pink and orange
and plump, and breathe the fresh air deep into your lungs, recharging your soul.
- hollow (adj): rỗng        - geomorphic (adj): địa mạo                - serenity (n): sự thanh bình
1. What is the best title of the passage?
A. Ha Long Bay - the astonishing World Heritage Site in Viet Nam
B. Ha Long - the city of caves and islands
C. The history of Ha Long Bay
D. Ha Long Bay, facts and figures
2. The word “framing” in the first paragraph is closest in meaning to ________.
        A. drawing        
B. surrounding         
C. forming        
D. circling
3. Ha Long Bay was recognised by UNESCO for its ________.
        A. exceptional natural beauty        
B. aesthetic importance
        C. significant geomorphic features        
D. all of the above
4. According to the second paragraph, how can people experience Ha Long Bay?
        A. by bike        
B. by airplane         
C. on foot        
D. by boat
5. Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?
A. Ha Long Bay is not the only bay in Quang Ninh Province.
B. They still haven't discovered many islands in Ha Long Bay.
C. Actually, the biodiversity does not contribute to the bay's value.
D. Ha Long Bay is a good place for tourists to relax.
II. Fill in each blank with a word from the box.

The Citadel of Ho Dynasty built in 1397, composed of the Inner Citadel, La Thanh Outer Wall
and the Nam Giao Altar covers 155.5 ha, (1) ________ by a buffer zone of 5078.5 ha. It is located
in accordance with geomantic principles in a landscape of great (2) ________ beauty between the
Ma and Buoi rivers in Vinh Loc district, Thanh Hoa province of Viet Nam. The Inner Citadel
constructed of large (3) ________ blocks represents a new development of architectural technology
and adaptation of geomantic city planning in an East Asian and South-east Asian context. It
demonstrates the use of architectural elements in terms of space management and decoration
designed for a centralized (4) ________ city in order to show a concept of (5) ________ power,

based on the adoption of the Confucian philosophy within a mainly Buddhist culture. Being the (6)
________ of Viet Nam from 1398 to 1407 and also the political, economic and cultural centre of
North Central Viet Nam from the 16th to the 18th century, it (7) ________ exceptional testimony to
a critical period in Vietnamese and South-east Asian history when traditional kingship and Buddhist
values were giving way to new trends in technology, commerce and centralized (8) ________.
F. WRITING
I. Write complete the sentences using suggest + V-ing or suggest + that + S + should + bare
infinitive.
1. My friend/ suggested/ book/ hotel room/ city tour/ advance
                
2. I/ suggest/ you/ take/ night train/ from/ Ha Noi/ Lao Cai
                
3. Experienced tourists/ suggested/ take/ bus/ downtown area/ instead of/ taxi
                
4. Driver/ suggested/ we/ stop/ top/ Hai Van Pass/ view/ Lang Co Beach
                
5. They/ suggested/ travel/ group/ so that/ we/ could/ help/ each other/ in/ emergency situations
                
6. My teacher/ suggested/ I/ visit/ Cham Museum/ Da Nang/ learn/ Cham cultures
                
7. villager/ suggested/ take/ canoe/ visit/ Ke Ga Lighthouse/ because/ it/ was/ quick, safe, and
convenient
                
8. He/ suggested/ I/ join/ locals/ if/ I/ want/ experience/ daily life/ fishing village
                
9. local guide/ suggested/ depart/ early/ morning/ enjoy/ Sand Dunes of Mui Ne
                
10. We/ suggest/ you/ take/ trekking route/ through/ Cat Ba National Park
                
II. Complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the first one.
1. Minh said, “Why don't we go to Vung Tau this weekend?”
        Minh suggested        
2. He is said to have travelled throughout the country in a month.
        It is said        
3. This is such a beautiful landscape that millions of tourists visit it every year.
        This landscape is        
4. Travelling by plane is much more expensive than traveling by bus.
        Travelling by bus is        
5. Thomas said, “Let's go around to explore this huge flower garden!”
        Thomas suggested        
6. It's believed that the most suitable time to visit Son Doong is from February to August.
        People believe        
7. Hoa was very sorry that she didn't see Vinh on his trip to Phan Thiet.
        Hoa greatly regretted        
8. I couldn't take a good panorama photo of Ha Long Bay because of the bad weather.
        The bad weather prevented        

9. It was difficult for them to pass the jungle and reach the cave.
        They found        
10. Michael said to Mary, “If I were you, I wouldn't take a boat trip.”
        Michael suggested that