English 11 - Unit 8
English 11 - Unit 8
English 11 - Unit 8
Part I. PHONETICS
Exercise 1. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other
three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
1. A. scholar B. technique C. archaeology D. achievement
2.A. ancient B. concern C. associate D. special
3. A. itinerary B. abundant C. elegance D. landscape
Exercise 2. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position
of primary stress in each of the following questions.
4. A. archaeology B. itinerary C. unforgettable D. authenticity
5. A. magnificent B. associate C. mausoleum D. harmonious
Part II. VOCABULARY
Exercise 3. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
6. I'd like to book a room with a/an ____ of the sea.
A. outlook B. sight C. view D. scenery
7. When I'm on holiday, I enjoy ____.
A. getting sunburnt B. getting sunstroke C. having a sunbath D. sunbathing
8. The most popular destinations for ____ holidays are Spain, Italy, and Greece.
A. charter B. package C. packed D. packet
9. When you are staying at a popular resort, there are plenty of ____ to go on.
A. excursions B. expeditions C. pilgrimages D. sightseeing
10. One day when I'm rich and famous, I'm going to go on a round-the-world ____.
A. cruise B. sail C. self-catering D. survival
11. You can save money by choosing a ____ holiday.
A. do-it-yourself B. self-catering C. self-study D. survival
12. My favourite part of England is Cornwall. There's some absolutely beautiful ____ there.
A. nature B. signs C. scenery D. views
13. There's a pretty little fishing village ____.
A. by the sea B. on the sand C. on the beach D. by the shore
14. There's a path that ____ out of the village to a beautiful 14th-century church.
A. follows B. moves C. takes D. leads
15. Costa Rica is one of the most beautiful places I have ever visited. Wherever you go, you can see the ____ of
volcanoes, some of which are still alive.
A. tops B. heads C . mouths D. ends
Exercise 4. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined
word(s)in each of the following questions.
16. The balance and harmonious blending of various elements contribute to Taj Mahal's unique beauty.
A. successful B. agreeable C. tasteful D. fitting
17. My Son Sanctuary is a large complex of religious relics comprising more than 70 architectural works such
as towers, temples, and tombs.
A. royal B. precious C. holy D. valuable
18. In addition to exploring the caves and grottos, and seeing its flora and fauna, visitors can also enjoy
mountain climbing.
A. flowers and plants B. plants and animals
C. plants and vegetation D. flowers and grass
19. Ha Long Bay has attracted millions of visitors who come to enjoy its breathtaking views and experience
other activities.
A. unbreathable B. heartbreaking C. awe-inspiring D. unforgettable
20. They can enjoy the -comfort and elegance of five-star hotels and luxury cruise ships.
A. style B. convenience C. standard D. grace
Exercise 5. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined
word(s) in each of the following questions.
21. Though built almost five hundred years ago, the church remained practically intact.
A. in perfection B. in ruins C. in chaos D. in completion
22. Tourists can do and see a lot in Ha Long Bay at a reasonable price.
A. inexpensive B. affordable C. cheap D. exorbitant
23. The major stone sections of the Citadel of the Ho Dynasty remain intact thanks to the unique construction
techniques.
A. special B. common C. excellent D. ancient
24. The Imperial Citadel of Thang Long was first built during the Ly Dynasty and then expanded by subsequent
dynasties.
A. following B. successive C. preceding D. next
25. Visitors with more abundant travel budgets can enjoy the comfort of five-star hotels and luxury cruise ships.
A. huge B. plentiful C. mean D. tight
Part III. GRAMMAR
Exercise 6. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
26. The best way ____ London is by taking a guided tour.
A. of which to see B. to see C. seeing D. in which you see
27. With its thousands of rocks and caves ____ out of the water, Ha Long Bay has won international
recognition.
A. emerge B. to emerge C. emerging D. being emerged
28. Hoi An Ancient Town is a well-preserved example of a Southeast Asian trading port ____ from the 15th to
the 19th century.
A. to date B. dated C. that date D. dating
29. We can also see the stone dragons of Kinh Thien Palace and relics associated with many Vietnamese royal
families, ____ during archaeological excavations.
A. discovered B. being discovered C. to discover D. discovering
30. John F. Kennedy was the last US president ____.
A. to assassinate B. assassinated C. assassinating D. to be assassinated
Exercise 7. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the
following questions.
31. Breaking her leg the last time she went, Laura decided not to go on the school trip this year.
A B C D
32. Lived here for seven years, my friend volunteers to act as tour guide for us all on our city break.
A B C D
33. We found a hotel, we looked for somewhere to have dinner.
A B C D
34. ‘Wait a minute,' said Tom, ran through the door.
A B C D
35. Amy seems like a bright student. She's always the first to be finished her work.
A B C D
Part IV. SPEAKING
Exercise 8. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct response to each of the following exchanges.
36. “I'm not hot. I'm absolutely roasting” – “____”
A. You lucky thing! I'm sure you'll enjoy it. B. Let's go and cool down in the sea.
C. You'll get a lovely suntan. D. Maybe you've got a sun stroke.
37. “Why don't you take your T-shirt off?” – “____”
A. That sounds like a good idea. B. Yes, let's take it off.
C. No, of course not. It's boiling here. D. Because I don't want to get sunburnt.
38. “____” – “That's a good idea! Then we'll still have a couple of hours left.”
A. I'd like to suggest we see the Imperial first. Then we'll have more time for the second attraction.
B. Why don't we see the Imperial first? Then we'll have more time for the second attraction.
C. What do you think about we see the Imperial first? Then we'll have more time for the second
attraction.
D. How about see the Imperial first? Then we'll have more time for the second attraction.
39. “____” – “I'd like to see a cultural one.”
A. Would you like to visit a natural or a cultural world heritage site?
B. Which site is worth visiting in Hue? The Citadel or the Royal Tombs?
C. Would you like to go to Tomb of Minh Mang or the Citadel of the Ho Dynasty?
D. Do you prefer seeing the Citadel of the Ho Dynasty or Tomb of Minh Mang
40. “Can you recommend a good guest house in this area?” – “____”
A. I know. I prefer a B&B round the corner. B. Yes, there's a nice B&B round the corner.
C. Wow! It's very kind of you to ask me. D. Let's stop at the first hotel we find.