while    ;  alongside ;        ever  ;     speedy   ;    loudly  ;   when  ;    line  ;    challenged

 The Tortoise and The Hare

      There once was a (1)___________ hare who bragged about how fast he could run. Tired of hearing him boast, Slow and Steady, the tortoise, (2)___________ him to a race. All the animals in the forest gathered to watch.

      Hare ran down the road for a (3)___________ and then and paused to rest. He looked back at Slow and Steady and cried out, “How do you expect to win this race (4)___________ you are walking along at your slow, slow pace?” Hare stretched himself out (5)___________ the road and fell asleep, thinking, “There is plenty of time to relax.” Slow and Steady walked and walked. He never (6)___________ stopped until he came to the finish line.

      The animals who were watching cheered so (7)______ for Tortoise they woke up Hare. Hare stretched and yawned and began to run again, but it was too late. Tortoise was over the (8)_____.

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X.   Complete the sentences with the past simple or past continuous form of the verbs in brackets.

11. He _____________(walk) down the road when he _____________(hear) a loud noise.

12. When we _____________(be) in Canana, we _____________(go) skiing almost every day.

13. Where _________ you ________(go) last summer holiday, Jim? ~ Well, I __________(take) a trip to Minneapolis.

14. When I _____________(arrive), they _____________(say) hello but continued working.

15. When you  _____________(meet) me yesterday, I _____________(not go) to school, I _____________(go) to the doctor’s - I felt terrible.

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II.   Read the text carefully, then do the tasks.

The Legend of Robin Hood

      Robin Hood was born near the end of the 12th century. His real name was Robert. He was the son of the Earl of Huntingdon. At that time, England had many problems. The King was cruel and greedy. His men were arrogant and brutal. The poor people of England suffered a lot. Many families died of hunger! One day, the cruel Sheriff of Nottingham killed Robin’s father, and took away his lands. Young Robin lost his father, his home, his lands and all his possessions. He escaped to Sherwood Forest with his loyal servants. They decided to live as free men in the forest. They didn’t want to be slaves of King John. However, the King considered them outlaws.

      Robin and the outlaws lived in caverns in the forest. They all wore green clothes and carried bows and arrows. The outlaws were excellent archers. Robin Hood became the best archer in the region.

      Some years passed, and there were more than 200 outlaws living in Sherwood Forest. Robin Hood was the hero of the poor. He continued robbing the rich to give to the poor. The Sheriff of Nottingham sent an army of soldiers to Sherwood Forest to capture Robin Hood. But Robin and his outlaws were in the trees. They killed all the soldiers except one.

      Robin Hood’s fame was everywhere. The people called him Saint Robin, and Robin, Sheriff of Sherwood Forest. A lot of new outlaws joined Robin Hood. They were loyal to him and followed him everywhere.

A.  Match the words that mean the same.

1.   cruel                            a. wealthy

2.   rob                               b. cave

3.   rich                              c. property

4.   outlaw                         d. steal

5.   cavern                          e. evil

6.   possessions                  f. criminal

B.  Decide if the statements are true (T) or false (F).

1.   Robin Hood was born in Sherwood Forest.

2.   Robin Hood was descended from the noble family of the Earl of Huntingdon.

3.   King John wasn’t kind to his people.

4.   Robin Hood lived with his slaves in the forest.

5.   Robin Hood only stole from the rich.

6.   Robin and his men used guns as their weapons.

7.   The ordinary people of Nottingham hated Robin Hood.

C.  Answer the questions.

1.   When was Robin Hood born?

      _____________________________________________________________________

2.   What was the England King at the time like?

      _____________________________________________________________________

3.   Who did Robin live with in Sherwood Forest.

      _____________________________________________________________________

4.   Why did Robin Hood and his servants decide to live in the forest?

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The Legend of Robin Hood

      Robin Hood was born near the end of the 12th century. His real name was Robert. He was the son of the Earl of Huntingdon. At that time, England had many problems. The King was cruel and greedy. His men were arrogant and brutal. The poor people of England suffered a lot. Many families died of hunger! One day, the cruel Sheriff of Nottingham killed Robin’s father, and took away his lands. Young Robin lost his father, his home, his lands and all his possessions. He escaped to Sherwood Forest with his loyal servants. They decided to live as free men in the forest. They didn’t want to be slaves of King John. However, the King considered them outlaws.

      Robin and the outlaws lived in caverns in the forest. They all wore green clothes and carried bows and arrows. The outlaws were excellent archers. Robin Hood became the best archer in the region.

      Some years passed, and there were more than 200 outlaws living in Sherwood Forest. Robin Hood was the hero of the poor. He continued robbing the rich to give to the poor. The Sheriff of Nottingham sent an army of soldiers to Sherwood Forest to capture Robin Hood. But Robin and his outlaws were in the trees. They killed all the soldiers except one.

      Robin Hood’s fame was everywhere. The people called him Saint Robin, and Robin, Sheriff of Sherwood Forest. A lot of new outlaws joined Robin Hood. They were loyal to him and followed him everywhere.

A.  Match the words that mean the same.

1.   cruel                            a. wealthy

2.   rob                               b. cave

3.   rich                              c. property

4.   outlaw                         d. steal

5.   cavern                          e. evil

6.   possessions                  f. criminal

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GIFT-GIVING CUSTOMS IN VIETNAM

      Gift giving is important in Vietnam because of the significance of interpersonal relationships in Vietnamese culture.

      First and foremost, do not encourage corruption. There is a clear cut between gift-giving and bribery. Nevertheless, it is common in Vietnam for exchanging small gifts on certain occasions such as anniversary, Tet holiday... to express your respect, love, appreciation or gratitude.

      Gift-giving customs depend on the context. If it is a private gift for one Vietnamese partner you should give the gift at a private occasion. If you have a gift for the whole officeor company, you should give it after the business meeting with the whole office’s employee.

      Do not wrap a gift in the black paper because this colour is unlucky and associated with funerals in Vietnam. Gifts that symbolize cutting such as scissors, knives and other sharp objects should be avoided because they mean the cutting of the relationship.

      Vietnamese may or may not open these gifts when they are received; leave the option to them. You will also receive gifts and should defer to your host as to whether youshould open it when received or not. Regardless of when it is opened or what it is, profuse thanks are always appropriate.

1.   According to the passage, why is gift giving important in Vietnam?

      a.Because it helps to establish a friendship.

      b.Because it’s common in Vietnamese culture.

      c.Because it’s the best way to build up a stable relationship.

      d.Because personal relationships play a vital role in Vietnamese culture.

2.   Which of the followings should not be a reason for gift giving?

      a. Toshowappreciation                                    b. To bribesomebody

      c. To express gratitude                                   d. To show affection

3.   Whengiving a gift, you should ______________.

      a. wrap it in black or white paper

      b. give it in the business meeting

      c.never give sharp objects, such as knives or scissors

      d.avoid giving it at a private occasion

4.   When receiving a gift, you should ______________.

      a. always say “thank you?                              b. try to find what is it

      c. open it in front of the giver                         d. ask your host to open it

5.   Whichofthe following is NOT true about gift giving customs in Vietnam?

      a.Gift giving is a good way of strengthening relationships.

      b.Gifts for your partners should be given at private occasions.

      c.You should avoid giving anything sharp.

      d.It is considered rude not to open the gift in front of the giver.