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REVISION FOR THE 2ND MID-TERM TEST – GRADE 10
Main contents:
A. Grammar focus
1. Passive Voice with Modals (Unit 6)
2. Comparative and Superlative Adjective (Unit 7)
B. Vocabulary:
Words related to the topics Gender Equality and Viet Nam and International Organizations

PART I: PHONETICS
Exercise 1: Choose the correct letter to indicate the word that differs from the other three in stress pattern.
1. A. refuse B. usual C. future D. succeed
2. A. local B. career C. certain D. continue
3. A. essential B. teenager C. active D. protect
4. A. relation B. travel C. occasion D. nation
5. A. chance B. exchange C. reach D. character
6. A. security B. support C. nutrition D. refuse

7. A. financial B. security C. agricultural D. create

8. A. technical B. achieve C. children D. exchange

9.A. influence B. income C. pilot D. marriage

10. A. cautious B. relation C. digital D. essential

Exercise 2: 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. nation B. country C. children D. advice
2. A. poverty B. technical C. attractive D. government
3. A. education B. developed C. economy D. investor
4. A. activity B. participate C. international D. developing
5. A. explanation B. communication C. population D. application
6. A. opportunity B. biological C. university D. imagination
7. A. project B. system C. gender D. agree
8. A. refugee B. committee C. impatient D. employee
9. A. competitive B. exceptional C. discriminate D. kindergarten
10. A. assistant B. educate C. parachute D. normally
PART II: VOCABULARY AND GRAMMAR
Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions
1. UNICEF is working both nationally and regionally to educate the public on the _______ of educating girls.
A. importance B. development C. enrollment D. hesitation
2. Reducing gender ____ improves productivity and economic growth of a nation.
A. equality B. inequality C. possibility D. rights
3. The organisation particularly ______ to create opportunities for all children in Viet Nam to attend school,
learn and succeed.
A. focuses B. provides C. supports D. aims
4. The introduction of policies which enables workers with family responsibilities to engage and advance in
employment without discrimination should ____.
A. to be encouraged B. to be encouraging C. be encouraging D. be encouraged
5. Many teenagers ______ out of school and start working to earn a living.
A. drop B. play C. run D. control
6. Vietnam is willing to develop friendly ______ with other countries.
 A. relatives B. relationships C. relative D. relations
7. Various cultural ______ help visitors know more about our country.
A. businesses B. competitions C. exchanges D. trips
8. Vietnam’s colleges and universities can also ______ international students.
A. accept B. accepted C. acceptable D. acceptance
9. Vietnam has___ ______ about 400 projects, including food security and nutrition.
A. put out B. taken up C. given up D. carried out
10. The WTO, the world's largest international economic organisation, was ______ in 1995.
A. achieved B. formed C. organised D. celebrated
11. In many supermarkets, ______ goods are not as expensive as locally produced goods.
A. purchased B. to complete C. completion D. imported
12. They hope that children can be prepared better for the ______ in the future.
A. fortunes B. achievements C. challenges D. ambitions
13. Children should always be provided equal participation ______ society and a culture where people respect
each other.
A. in B. on C. at D. among
14. Let’s decide which programme or project will bring more ______ to people in our village.
A. disadvantages B. awards C. difficulties D. Benefits
15. Living in the countryside is ______ than living in a big city.
A. more peaceful B. most peaceful C. the most peaceful D. as peaceful
16. This problem is much ______ to solve than I thought it would be.
A. easier B. as easy as C. more easier D. easiest
17. Strawberries contain ______ vitamin C than oranges.
A. more B. many C. much D. less
18. Global warming is one of ______ things that could have happened.
A. the bad B. the worst C. the worse D. worst
19. Of the three courses I attended, this one is ______.
A. the most interesting B. best interesting C. more interesting D. most interesting
20. Of the two courses I attended, this one is ______.
A. the most interesting B. best interesting C. more interesting D. most interesting
21. Of the two films I watched last weekend, The Blacklist is ______.
A. better fascinating C. as fascinating
B. the most fascinating D. the more fascinating
22. Being loved by the person you love is ______ happiness.
A. the greater B. the most great C. the greatest D. greatest
23. Physics is much ______ than other science subjects.
A. more difficult B. most difficult C. the most difficult D. as difficult
24. Containers are far ______ usual cars.
A. bigger than B. as big as C. more bigger than D. the biggest
25. I have ______ books than Peterson.
A. more B. many C. much D. less
26. Johny is ______ football player in our class.
A. the good B. the best C. the better D. best
27. Harry Potter is ______ novel I have ever read.
A. the most interesting B. best interesting C. the more interesting D. most interesting
28. My sister doesn’t go swimming ______ I do.
A. as regularly as B. so regular as C. more regularly D. regularly as
29. Environmental activities deserve ______ than they have received so far.
A. less support B. more support C. as much support D.much support
30. Linda is ______ girl in her class.
A. the cleverer B. the most clever C. the cleverest D. cleverest
31. It was _______ in his life when she accepted his proposal.
A. the time greatest B. the greatest time
C. greatest time D. the greater time
32. Life is _______ it was 10 years ago.
 A. much convenient than B. more convenient than
C. far convenient than D. more convenient as
33. Education is important in fighting __________ gender equality.
A. in B. for B. to D. with
34. In the past, many young girls were victims of ______________.
A. flexible working hours B. domestic violence
C. housework D. a low-paying job
35. Thanks to the women's liberation women can take part in_____activities.
A. social B. society C. socially D. socialize
36. When girls can go to school and stay long there, they will get the _________and skills necessary to support
themselves and their families.
A. know B. knowledge C. knowledgeable D. known
37. Women do not yet have __________rights in the family in this area.
A. equal B. different C. various D. similar
38. Jobs that are traditionally done by women are normally__________ jobs.
A. well-paid B. high-paying C. well-paying D. low-paying
39. Female firefighters are sometimes the _________ of laughter and anger from the coworkers and local
people.
A. patients B. actors C. pilots D. victims
40. I'd like to be a surgeon. I believe I can work well ___________ pressure and don't mind working long
hours.
A. on B. in C. under D. from
41. Women can make great surgeons because they can also perform long and____________operations.
A. tire B. tired C. tiring D. tiringly
42. Tereshkova learnt how to ___________at a local flying club.
A. parachute B. discriminate C. approach D. discourge
43. They hope ___________ new ways to promote gender equality.
A. discover B. to discover C. discovering D.to discovering
44. In order to reduce gender inequality in South Korean society, women ____ more opportunities by
companies.
A. will prove B. should provide C. may be provided D. should be provided
45. Child marriage ____ in several parts in the world because it limits access to education and training.
A. must stop B. will stopped C. must be stopped D. can be stop
46. A__________ teacher needs a lot of patience and passion.
A. history B. english C. kindergarten D. university
47. This company can ____ for wage discrimination among workers of different genders.
A. be sued B. be suing C. sue D. sued
48. Poor women in disadvantaged areas should ____ more help by governments.
A. offer B. be offered C. be offering D. offered
49. Women are more likely to be victims of ________violence.
A. domestic B. household C. home D. family
50. Reducing gender______ improves productivity and economic growth of a nation.
A. equality B. inequality C. possibility D. rights
51. It is interesting to know that women and men earn ___________ pay in the army.
A. equally B. equal C. equality D. different
52. Women and men must have equal ___________ to shape society and their own lives.
A. directions B. ways C. behaviours D. rights
53. Women do the majority of ___________ domestic and work, including cleaning, cooking, and child care as
well as taking care of sick and elderly.
A. paid B. unpaid
 C. low-paid D. well-paid
54. We should all celebrate her ____________ as a surgeon.
A. succeed B. success C. successful D. successfully
55. ______________ performed two operations on him yesterday.
A. Secretaries B. Airline pilots C. Shop assistant D. Surgeons
56. Women are often paid less than men. __________, women have to work longer than men to earn the same
amount of money.
A. Moreover B. Howerve C. In other words D. Therefore
57. She's studying at a medical school to become a ____________.
A. surgeon B. pilot C. secretary D. shop assistant
58. Boys and girls are not always ____________equally around the world.
A. treated B. treating C. treat D. to treat
59. A surgeon must ___________excellent eyesight and mental strength.
A. have had B. have C. be had D. be having
60. Girls who receive a(n)_________ are less likely to marry young.
A. education B. job C. benefit D. training
PART III
A. SENTENCE ARRANGEMENT
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to make
a meaningful paragraph/letter in each of the following questions.
Question 1
a. Emma: "It's where students teach each other different skills, but here's the interesting part - we're
breaking traditional gender stereotypes."
b. Tom: "How does that work?"
c. Tom: "Skills Exchange Club? What's that about?"
d. Tom: "Hey Emma, why do you look so excited today?"
e. Emma: "I just started a really cool project in our school! We're creating a 'Skills Exchange Club'."
A. c-a-d-e-b B. d-e-c-b-a C. a-b-c-d-e D. d-e-c-a-b
Question 2
Hi Gemma,
a. But it was interesting to watch these videos.
b. Thanks so much for the guitar lesson videos you sent me last week.
c. You know, we ought to practise together for some time. What do you think?
d. Thanks also for the tip about the free websites with musical lesson videos – they are much better than the
sites I’ve been following.
e. it’s really nice to learn how to play a new instrument like the guitar, but I am too busy at the moment, so I’m
focusing on my violin lessons for now.
Billy
A. d-b-a-c-e B. b-e-a-d-c C. a-d-b-c-e D. c-a-d-b-e
Question 3:
a. In workplaces, diversity brings better results. Teams with equal gender representation solve problems more
creatively and achieve higher success rates. Companies are learning that when everyone has a voice, everyone
wins.
b. Modern families share responsibilities equally. Both parents can pursue careers while caring for children.
This balance shows the next generation that abilities and duties aren't tied to gender.
c. Schools today encourage all students to follow their dreams. Girls excel in science and math, while boys
thrive in nursing and teaching. No career is off-limits because of gender.
d. Gender equality is changing our world for the better. We now see women leading companies and men
choosing caregiving roles, showing that success depends on talent, not gender.
e. The future is bright as we continue breaking old stereotypes. When we give everyone equal chances to
succeed, our society becomes stronger, fairer, and more prosperous for all.
A. b-d-c-e-a B. c-a-b-d-e C. d-a-c-b-e D. a-b-c-d-e
Question 4:
a.Jack: Yeah, that double standard still exists. But I think small actions can make a big difference-like
challenging those comments or calling out bias when we see it.
b. Emily: Jack, I've been thinking about something lately. We talk a lot about equal pay, but what about
equal respect in the workplace?
c.Jack: That's a good point. Respect often gets overlooked. I've seen women in senior roles being treated
differently, like their decisions are questioned more than a man's.
d. Emily: I agree. It's not just about policies-it's about changing everyday behavior. If everyone does
their part, we can build a culture of respect, regardless of gender.
e. Emily: Exactly! It's like when I assert myself, people sometimes think I'm "too aggressive," but I've
never heard anyone say that about a man in the same position.
A. a-b-e-c-d B. a-b-c-d-e C. b-c-e-a-d D. b-d-c-e-a

Question 5.
a. These efforts ensure that more students have access to quality education and can prepare for the fast-
changing world.

b. Vietnam’s membership in international organizations has brought many benefits to education.

c. Overall, by working with international organizations, Vietnam is building a stronger education system and a
brighter future for its children.

d. Through partnerships, these organizations provide training for teachers and learning materials for schools.

e. For example, UNICEF helps schools in rural areas improve classrooms and create better opportunities for
children, including those with disabilities.

A. b-d-e-a-c B. c-e-d-b-a C. b-c-d-a-e D. d-e-a-c-b

Question 6:
a. Furthermore, highly educated women have opportunities to become leaders at work.
b. Secondly, educated women can both take care of their children and fulfil their job requirements.
c. In conclusion, there should be no sex discrimination in our society nowadays.
d. Their incomes are higher and higher. Why has the situation changed lately?
e. Firstly, girls who stay at school longer can build their good backgrounds.
f. The number of women who become highly educated labourers is increasing.
A. f – d – e – b – a – c B. d – a – c – f – e – b C. b – a – e – c – d – f D. d – c – e – a – b – f
 C. GAP- FILLING
Read the following passages and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Exercise 1
Gender equality is not just a matter of fairness; it is essential for the well-being and development of society.
When men and women have equal access to resources, opportunities, and decision-making, it benefits
everyone. However, in many parts of the world, (1) _________. Women still face challenges like limited access
to education, unequal pay, and domestic violence. Victims of domestic violence often carry serious health risks,
and in some regions, girls are forced into child marriage, (2) _________. A key factor in achieving gender
equality is women's active participation in leadership positions. Women hold leadership roles, but they still
represent a small percentage of leaders globally. (3) _________. Many countries are implementing policies to
tackle gender-based violence and provide better opportunities for women. However, the path to full equality
remains challenging, requiring more efforts to reduce poverty and ensure that (4) _________.
Gender equality is important not only for women but for society as a whole. Ensuring that women and men
have equal access to opportunities and decision-making will ensure long-term success. Having the right to vote,
(5) _________.
Question 1:
A. gender inequality continues to persist
B. which gender inequality continues to persist
C. of which gender inequality continues to persist
D. being that gender inequality continues to persist
Question 2:
A. prevented them from fully developing their potential.
B. that prevents them from fully developing their potential.
C. prevents them from fully developing their potential.
D. which prevents them from fully developing their potential.
Question 3:
A. Promoting gender equality and requiring cooperation between governments, organizations, and individuals.
B. Promoting gender equality requires cooperation between governments, organizations, and individuals.
C. When promoting gender equality requires cooperation between governments, organizations, and individuals.
D. Promoting gender equality which requires cooperation between governments, organizations, and individuals.
Question 4:
A. women and girls have access to education, healthcare, and the freedom to choose their careers.
B. women and girls having access to education, healthcare, and the freedom to choose their careers.
C. women and girls which have access to education, healthcare, and the freedom to choose their careers.
D. having access to education, healthcare, and the freedom to choose women and girls’ careers
Question 5:
A. participation in decisions that affect women’s lives and communities is now a reality.
B. women can now participate in decisions affected their lives and communities.
C. women can now participate in decisions that affect their lives and communities.
D. involvement in decisions impacting women’s lives and communities is now possible.

Exercise 2
Throughout history, women scientists (1)____________, having encountered discrimination and bias. While
they have made groundbreaking discoveries that revolutionized various fields, their contributions were often
overlooked or attributed to male colleagues. Marie Curie, (2)___________demonstrated that scientific genius
knows no gender boundaries. (3)______________ for talented female researchers despite recent decades'
progress. (4)______________, recognizing the importance of diverse perspectives in driving innovation.
Creating inclusive environments and providing equal opportunities,
(5)___________________. Female scientists, overcoming historical barriers and challenging stereotypes, are
inspiring the next generation of researchers. When we examine the data closely, it becomes evident that
scientific innovation flourishes best in environments where equality is embedded in institutional DNA.
Question 1:
A. have faced significant barriers in their pursuit of scientific excellence
B. which facing significant barriers in their pursuit of scientific excellence
C. that they face significant barriers in their pursuit of scientific excellence
D. having face significant barriers in their pursuit of scientific excellence

Question 2:
A. who wins Nobel Prizes in both physics and chemistry
B. who has been won Nobel Prizes in both physics and chemistry
C. who won Nobel Prizes in both physics and chemistry
D. whom won Nobel Prizes in both physics and chemistry

Question 3:
A. Gender bias blocks career advancement but scientific institutions promotes equality
B. Gender bias in scientific institutions still blocks career advancement opportunities
C. Scientific institutions having gender bias blocking opportunities
D. The bias of gender in science makes barriers but opportunities exists

Question 4:
A. Organizations worldwide implementing initiatives address these disparities now
B. Organizations worldwide now initiatives to address disparities these
C. Worldwide organizations initiatives implementing to these disparities
D. Organizations worldwide are now implementing initiatives to address these disparities

Question 5:
A. institutions which promotes fairness enhance the quality of scientific research
B. institutions who promoted fairness enhance the quality of scientific research
C. institutions which promoting fairness enhance the quality of scientific research
D. institutions which promote fairness enhance the quality of scientific research
Exercise 3.
The attitude against women had its (1) _______ from the beginning of mankind’s history when men
lived in caves and went hunting for food. The task of hunting needed great strength of body. (2) _______, the
best place for women was not in forests, but at home where they could satisfactorily do their job, such as
doing household chores and looking after children. In our modern time, there are more and more jobs which
do not need the strength of (3) _______. It is a consequence that women have played a/an (4) _______
important role in the society. However, there are still many backward places, especially in Asian countries.
Most illiterates are females. A man often expects his wife and daughters to stay at home, serve him, and obey
him in all things. Women are considered as (5) _______ to men. Young girls are educated to tolerate and
accept intimate partner violence as a part of tradition.

Question 1: A. evolution B. origin C. organization D. effect

Question 2: A. Therefore B. But C. Nevertheless D. And
Question 3: A. brains B. heads C. will D. muscles
Question 4: A. increasingly B. extensively C. tiringly D. repeatedly
Question 5: A. inferior B. superior C. major D. higher
Exercise 4
🏆 Achieve Equality, Inspire Generations
Be part of the Women’s Sports Empowerment Campaign, an initiative to (1) ______ gender equality and
celebrate the (2) ______ of women in sports.
What’s Happening?
 Interactive Workshops: Explore career choices in sports and leadership.
 Inspiring Talks: Hear from athletes (3) ______ have overcome challenges and achieved greatness.
 Community support booths: Resources for victims of domestic violence and programs for
empowering women.
 Celebratory Matches: Watch athletes compete, breaking barriers and drawing worldwide interest.
This campaign advocates (4) ______ equal opportunities in sports, (5) ______ restrictions that hinder progress.
Together, we can promote change and build a brighter future.
📅 Join us now! Learn more at www.sportsempowerment2025.com
📧 Contact: [email protected]
1. A. enhance B. increase C. promote D. improve
2. A. achievements B. achieve C. achievable D. achievers
3. A. whom B. who C. which D. what
4. A. in B. at C. on D. for
5. A. lifted B. lifting C. lift D. lifts
Exercise 5:
🌟 Small Actions, Big Impact 🌟
Millions of children in Vietnam face challenges such as poverty and disabilities. UNICEF Vietnam is
(1)______ a mission to ensure every child has the chance to dream, grow, and succeed. Your support helps
bring education to (2)______ children, provides meals, and improves their nutrition, creating opportunities for a
better life.
By joining this effort, you’ll (3)______ a real difference in the lives of children (4)______ need it most. Every
contribution, big or small, helps give children the chance to lead better lives and build (5)______ brighter
future.
Visit www.unicef.org/vietnam today to donate or learn more. Together, we can transform lives and make the
world a better place for every child.
1. A. in B. on C. at D. for
2. A. disadvantaged B. privileged C. unfortunate D. underdeveloped
3. A. make B. do C. have D. give
4. A. whom B. whose C. who D. which
5. A. a B. the C. an D. no article

D. READING COMPREHENSION
Exercise 1.
The United Nations International Children’s Fund (or UNICEF) was founded in 1946 to provide emergency
food and healthcare to children in countries that had been devastated by World War II. Headquarters in New
York City, it provides long-term humanitarian assistance to children and mothers in developing countries.
UNICEF is currently focused on such problems as basic education and gender equality, child protection from
violence, exploitation and abuse, and HIV/AIDS. Its child protection programmes also aim at children who are
vulnerable to these abuses when living without parental care. These children are at risk of death, poor physical
and mental health, HIV infection, educational problems, and poor parenting skills later in life. Right now,
UNICEF is working to help the disabled children in provinces in Central Viet Nam. Its first priorities are to find
out where children with disabilities live and what their needs are. It will also work to meet disabled children’s
immediate needs: help build more centers for disabled children, give them access to medical care and make sure
they receive aids like wheelchairs. Half of all children with disabilities are illiterate and most of them do not
finish primary school. For the long term, UNICEF is already working with the Vietnamese government to fully
integrate those with disabilities into society and to improve the rights of all disabled children.
1. What is one of the main tasks of UNICEF?
A. It creates opportunities for children to enjoy good educational system abroad.
B. It helps the old to have a comfortable life in the society.
C. It has programs to help poor and disabled children to have better life and overcome their educational
problems.
D. It teaches illiterate people in developing countries to read and write.
2. Children are at risk of the problems such as __________.
A. illiteracy B. HIV infection C. poor health D. All are correct
3. According to the passage, being lacked parental care means that __________.
A. children find it hard to be good parents in the future
B. children become disabled
C. UNICEF built centers for them
D. children pay more attention to school life
4. UNICEF is now helping the disabled children in provinces in Central Viet Nam by_____.
A. preventing them from HIV/AIDS infection
B. providing them with medical care
C. teaching them about gender equality
D. finding parents for them
5. The word ‘disabled’ in paragraph 2 means __________.
A. unable to speak at all
B. unable to hear
C. unable to use part of the body in a normal way
D. unable to read and write
E2: Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of
the questions.
In 1812 a young man called James Barry finished his studies in medicine at Edinburgh
University. After graduating he moved to London where he studied surgery at Guy’s
Hospital. After that the popular young doctor joined the army and over the next forty
years had a brilliant career as an army medical officer, working in many far-off
countries and fighting successfully for improved conditions in hospitals. It was a
remarkable career - made even more remarkable by the discovery upon his death that
he was in fact a she, James Barry was a woman.
No one was more surprised at this discovery than her many friends and colleagues. It was true that
throughout her life people had remarked upon her small size, slight build and smooth pale face. One officer had
even objected to her appointment as a medical assistant because he could not believe that Barry was old enough
to have graduated in medicine. But no one had ever seriously suggested that Barry was anything other than a
man.
By all accounts Barry was a pleasant and good-humoured person with high cheekbones, reddish hair, a long
nose and large eyes. She was well-liked by her patients and had a reputation for great speed in surgery - an
important quality at a time when operations were performed without anaesthetic. She was also quick tempered.
When she was working in army hospitals and prisons overseas, the terrible conditions often made her very
angry. She fought hard against injustice and cruelty and her temper sometimes got her into trouble with the
authority. After a long career overseas, she returned to London where she died in 1865. While the undertaker’s
assistant was preparing her body for burial, she discovered that James Barry was a woman.
So why did James Barry deceive people for so long? At that time a woman could not study medicine, work
as a doctor or join the army. Perhaps Barry had always wanted to do these things and pretending to be a man
was the only way to make it possible. Perhaps she was going to tell the truth one day but didn’t because she was
enjoying her life as a man too much. Whatever the reason, Barry's deception was successful. By the time it was
discovered that she had been the first woman in Britain to qualify as a doctor, it was too late for the authorities
to do anything about it.
Question 1: What role did James Barry take on in the army?
………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
Question 2: What discovery was made after James Barry’s death?
………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

Question 3: What was one reason an officer initially objected to Barry’s appointment as a medical assistant?

……………………………………………………………………………………………………….

Question 4: How long did Barry serve as an army medical officer?

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

Question 5: Did the patients like James Barry?

………………………………………………………………………………………………………

Exercise 3: Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to
each of the questions.
On 8 August 1967, five leaders - the Foreign Ministers of Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore and
Thailand- sat down together in the main hall of the Department of Foreign Affairs building in Bangkok,
Thailand and signed a document. By virtue of that document, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations
(ASEAN) was born. The five Foreign Ministers who signed it have been considered as the founders of probably
the most successful intergovernmental organization in the developing world today. The document that they
signed would be known as the ASEAN Declaration.
It is a short, simply-worded document containing just five articles. It declares the establishment of an
Association for Regional Cooperation among the Countries of Southeast Asia to be known as the Association of
Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and spells out the aims and purposes of that Association. These aims and
purposes are about the cooperation in economy, society, culture, techniques, education and other fields, and in
the promotion of regional peace and stability through abiding respect for justice and the principles of the United
Nations Charter. It stipulates that the Association will be open for participation by all States in the Southeast
Asian region subscribing to its aims, principles and purposes. It proclaims ASEAN as representing the
collective will of the nations of Southeast Asia to bind themselves together in friendship and cooperation and,
through joint efforts and sacrifices, secure for their peoples and for posterity the blessings of peace, freedom
and prosperity. The goal of ASEAN, then, is to create, not to destroy. The original ASEAN logo presented five
brown sheaves of rice stalks, one for each founding member. Beneath the sheaves is the legend "ASEAN" in
blue. These are set on a field of yellow encircled by a blue border. Brown stands for strength and stability,
yellow for prosperity and blue for the spirit of cordiality in which ASEAN affairs are conducted. In a very real
sense, ASEAN and Southeast Asia will be one and the same, just as the founders had envisioned.
Question 1: When was ASEAN founded?
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Question 2: Who were the founder of ASEAN?
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Question 3: What did the original ASEAN logo represent?
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Question 4: How many colors were there in the original ASEAN logo?
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Question 5: Is promoting regional peace and stability one of the aims and purposes of ASEAN?
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PART IV: WRITING
Exercise 1: Rewrite the sentence using modal verbs in passive.
1. Parents should give children a lot of love.
………………………………………………………………….
2. Each student must write an essay on gender equality.
………………………………………………………………….
3. Governments should offer poor women more help.
…………………………………………………………………. .
4. We must do something before it's too late.
………………………………………………………………….
5. They might give my mother an award.
 _________________________________________________________________
6. A new school for poor students must be built next month.

➝ They _________________________________ for poor students next month.

7. They can use AI to promote the business online.

➝ AI _______________________________ to promote the business online.

8. Parents should encourage kids to share during play.

➝ __________________________________ to share during play by parents.

9. We can use social media to enhance interactions between students.

➝ Social medial ______________________________ to enhance interactions between students.

10. Each applicant must submit a full CV before September.

➝ ______________________________ by each applicant before September.

11. We should allow girls to enroll in this school.

 Girls ______________________________________________________________________
12. Parents ought to encourage children to play sports.
 Children ____________________________________________________________________
13. You mustn’t force kids to do what they don’t want.
 Kids _______________________________________________________________________
14. Government must eliminate hunger and poverty.
 Hunger _____________________________________________________________________
15. Teachers should give students a lot of care and attention.
 ___________________________________________________________________________
16. They founded an association to offer poor women more help in the city.
 ___________________________________________________________________________
17. They should prevent gender discrimination between men and women at all costs, especially in the
workplace.
 ___________________________________________________________________________
18. My mother will buy a new laptop.
 ___________________________________________________________________________
19. Asian countries should balance the gender equality.
 ___________________________________________________________________________
20. They mustn’t reduce the amount of energy.
Exercise 2: Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the
superlative form of the adjectives given.
1. Many people believe that no sea in the world is warmer than the Red Sea. (warm)
………………………………………………………………….
2. Nothing is more precious than happiness and health. (precious)
………………………………………………………………….
3. There are very few buildings in the city higher than this. (high)
………………………………………………………………….
4. I’ve never seen such a nice bouquet of wedding flowers. (nice)
………………………………………………………………….
5. This is the most delicious cake I've ever tasted.
=> I've................................
6. I've never met any more dependable person than George.
=> George is..............................
7. There is no one as kind-hearted as your mother.
=> Your mother is........................
8. There is no better teacher in this school than Mr John.
=> Mr John is...................................
9. Have you got any bigger than that one?
=> Is this.......................................?
10. My house is bigger than your house.
=> Your house is......................
11. The black car is cheaper than the red car.
=> The red car_____________
12. This film is more interesting than that one.
=> That film is_____________
13. The elephant's weight is double that of the rhinoceros.
=> The elephant weighs ____________ the rhinoceros.
14. As you study more, you'll find yourself becoming more knowledgeable.
=> ____________ you study, ____________ you'll become.
15. This book weighs triple the weight of that one.
=> This book weighs ___________________________.
16. His house and our house are the same in size.
=> His house is ___________________________.