TEST 0 - MOUNTAIN SUMMITS
I. TEST
Part 1: Fill in the blanks.
1. Take the bus to the main (station/run/walk).
2. The bus (color/stops/driver) are near my house.
3. My house is (tall/ fat/green) and you can easily recognize it by the color.
4. I cook eggs for a quick (dinner/homework/sore).
5. After dinner, we will watch (sing/movies/news) on TV.
Part 2: Arrange the sentences into complete paragraphs.
1. Topic: Films
1. The first film was shown in 1895 in Paris, France.
a. Now things have changed, actors and filmmakers can earn millions of dollars from film
production.
b. Not only did these technological limitations exist, the movies were also low budget.
c. That's because the movies were only in black and white, and sometimes without sound.
d. Due to the lack of money, actors also had few opportunities to earn money through
acting.
e. Old movies were very different from today's movies.
2. Topic: weekend activities
a. There were 60 participants, in which Ms. Kamur kept the fastest speed and won.
b. It was held on Saturday morning, there was a 10 mile race for adults.
c. After she received the prize, the following time was for children's activities.
d. After playing, the children were very hungry and ate with their parents.
e. Activities Included football, swimming, skipping rope, and the children played together
very happily.
Part 3: Choose the answer according to each person's opinion.
Topic: childhood
1. Who likes to play with children?
2. Who likes to play with small friends?
3. Who looked forward to going out to play?
4. Who liked arts when he was a child?
5. Who likes modern games when growing up?
6. Who finds the games nowadays much more difficult?
7. Who liked reading books when he was a child?
*Đoạn văn của 4 người:
A: In the past, I really liked playing board games, now to limit the children from using
computers, I often spend time playing with them, but I have struggled with them, the
games nowadays have more characters and rules, making us think a lot every time we play,
but my children and I still like it and have a good time and laugh together.
B: When I was a child, I often played soccer with other children of the same age, we often
played football in the school yard and sometimes in the open spaces of the neighborhood.
We divided into small teams and chased the ball until we were all tired.
C: When I was a child, I didn't like going out to play, so I chose reading books as a form of
entertainment. The stories described in the pages of books helped me discover my own
world. Later, when I grow up, I like playing modern games with eye-catching interfaces,
which helps me relax and increase my creativity.
D: When I was a child, I really liked playing outdoor activities. I remember on bad weather
days, I was always by the window, glued to the window to look outside, praying for the
rain to stop. At those times, my mother often gave me paper and a box of crayons, I really
liked that drawing activity and often drew at home when the weather was not good.
P4: Part 4. Matching headings
Topic: Mountain
1. Publicity of achievement
2. A more intimate relationship
3. Changing the perspective towards mountain
4. The wrong priority
5. A disturbing relevant
6. Unique sense of achievement
7. Focus on sustainability
A.
The term "mountain" has evolved over time, reflecting not only physical characteristics but
also cultural significance. Before the 19th century, people were quite shy when it came to
conquering mountains. Today, with the development of technology, reaching the highest
peaks has become easier. In contemporary discussions, mountains may symbolize
challenges to overcome or destinations for adventure, transcending their geographical
attributes.
B.
Climbing a mountain often leads to a profound sense of accomplishment. It represents not
just reaching a physical summit but also conquering personal fears and pushing one's
limits, creating memories that last a lifetime. Besides, mountain climbing also creates
Adrenaline - a hormone that creates a feeling of excitement like when playing other
adventure sports.
C.
In today's digital age, sharing achievements has become prevalent. Climbing a mountain is
frequently documented on social media, turning personal milestones into public spectacles
that inspire others while also raising questions about authenticity.
D.
In recent years, some climbers have become more focused on taking photos for social
media than respecting the mountains they visit. Long lines form near popular summits as
people wait for the perfect picture, often ignoring weather warnings or safety advice. In
some cases, this obsession with online fame has led to serious accidents. It shows how
personal image is sometimes valued more than safety or responsibility.
E.
Mount Everest, once a symbol of human courage, has now become a worrying example of
how adventure can harm nature. Every climbing season, long lines of climbers crowd the
narrow paths to the summit, leaving behind waste and pollution on the fragile slopes. What
used to be a personal challenge has turned into a commercial race, where success is
measured by photos and fame rather than respect for the mountain. This situation is
disturbing because it shows how our desire to conquer the world’s highest peak has created
serious environmental and moral concerns.
F.
As the number of climbers on Mount Everest continues to rise, the need to focus on
sustainability has become urgent. Local authorities and environmental groups are now
introducing stricter waste management rules, encouraging climbers to bring back what they
carry, and limiting the number of expeditions each season. Some teams have even started
“clean-up climbs” to remove rubbish left behind on the slopes. These efforts remind us that
protecting the mountain is just as important as reaching its peak. True success on Everest
should mean leaving the mountain cleaner and safer for future generations.
G.
Shared experiences in challenging environments, like mountains, can deepen intimacy in
relationships. Couples or friends who navigate the challenges of climbing together often
find their bonds strengthened through mutual support and understanding.