Tiêu đề TỜ SỐ 14 TEST 01 ASEAN AND VIETNAM.docx ✅

D. which had participants who were presented with the Most Outstanding Athlete titles in the Swimming and Shooting events Question 21: A. have proven Vietnam's extensive capability to successfully host international sports events B. proves Vietnam's significant capacity for organizing major international sporting events C. was successfully shown Vietnam's commendable international sports organizing skill D. has proved that Viet Nam can organise sporting events on an international level Question 22: A. to consider Vietnam's eventual hosting of the Asian Games in the future B. in the near future the Asia Sports Games may be hosted in Vietnam C. that Vietnam must seriously consider hosting the Asia Sports Games later D. for Viet Nam to host the Asia Sports Games at some point in the future Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions from 23 to 30. ASEAN’s diversity presents hundreds of traditional dances with interesting histories. Cambodia’s classical Apsara dance dates back more than 1,000 years, and has its roots in animism with Hindu forms introduced during the time of Indian influence beginning in the 1st century. However, between the 12th and the 15th centuries, the Apsara dance took on a more Khmer identity by adapting movements and meaning during the early Angkor era. Due to its size and varying influences, Indonesia is home to dozens of traditional dances, though a few are more well-known than others. Traditional Indonesian dance reflects the people’s rich diversity. Bali’s three most famous dances – the Sanghyang (Trance), Kecak (Monkey Dance), and the Fire Dance – each tells stories of bringing blessings to the villages. Anyone visiting an ethnic village in Laos will find themselves learning the basics of some form of local dance. In Lamvong, a circle of men is surrounded by an outer circle of women. Different ethnic groups have their distinct dances based on their beliefs and legends. Traditional dance forms an essential part of the culture and history of Viet Nam. The movements are graceful, elegant, and smooth, and many of the motions depict nature such as flowing rivers, swaying trees, blooming flowers, and flying birds. Others represent daily activities, such as harvesting, boat rowing, or washing silk. Among the most popular dances are the conical hat dance, the fan dance, the royal lotus dance, and the ancient drum dance. Question 23: The word "essential" in paragraph 4 is OPPOSITE in meaning to: A. disabled B. necessary C. optional D. fundamental Question 24: The word "its" in paragraph 2 refers to: A. Cambodia B. Khmer C. Indian D. Indonesia Question 25: Which of the following best paraphrases the sentence "Anyone visiting an ethnic village in Laos will find themselves learning the basics of some form of local dance."? A. Ethnic dances are difficult to learn without practice. B. Laotian villagers teach their dances to any foreign guests. C. Tourists in Laos can learn basic local dances in ethnic villages. D. Visitors in Laos are often taught professional performances. Question 26: Which of the following is NOT MENTIONED as a factor shaping Laotian dances? A. traditional beliefs B. legends C. history D. traditions Question 27: The word "depict" in paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to: A. ignore B. reflect C. hide D. divide Question 28: Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage? A. The Apsara dance remained unchanged for over a thousand years. B. Some Indonesian dances aim to bring harmony to communities. C. Vietnamese dances only portray natural elements. D. Visitors in Laos can only observe but not participate in dances.