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Reading Passage 1: In modern society, transportation plays a vital role in connecting people, places, and goods. From walking to high-speed trains, the evolution of transportation is a fascinating journey. The wheel, invented around 3500 BC, was a fundamental advancement in early transportation. It allowed for the creation of carts and wagons, facilitating trade and travel. In the 18th century, the steam engine revolutionized land and water travel. Trains and steamships became increasingly popular, shrinking the world and expanding possibilities. The 20th century saw the rise of automobiles and airplanes. These technologies democratized travel, making it accessible to the masses. Today, electric and autonomous vehicles are the forefront of transportation innovation, promising a cleaner and more efficient future. Exercise 1: Matching Headings 1. The invention of the wheel 2. The impact of the steam engine 3. Modern innovations in transportation 4. The rise of automobiles and airplanes 5. The role of transportation in modern society Exercise 2: True/False/Not Given 1. The wheel was invented around 3500 BC. 2. The steam engine made travel more difficult. 3. Airplanes made travel accessible to more people. 4. Autonomous vehicles are part of the past in transportation. 5. The 20th century did not see any major advancements in transportation.
Reading Passage 2: Education is an essential tool for personal and societal growth. It fosters critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration. In ancient times, education was often reserved for the elite. Knowledge was passed down orally, and few had access to formal learning. With the invention of the printing press in the 15th century, books became more accessible. This led to increased literacy rates and the spread of knowledge. The 19th century saw the rise of public education systems, making education accessible to more people. Today, online learning platforms are democratizing education further, allowing anyone with internet access to learn from the world’s best educators. Challenges remain, such as unequal access and varying quality, but the continuous evolution of education promises a brighter future for all. Exercise 3: Matching Information Match the following statements with the appropriate paragraphs (label the paragraphs as 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5). 1. Education in ancient times 2. The role of the printing press in education 3. Modern education systems and online learning 4. Challenges and future prospects in education Exercise 4: Fill in the Blanks 1. In ancient times, education was often reserved for the __________. 2. The invention of the printing press in the 15th century led to __________. 3. The 19th century saw the rise of __________ education systems. 4. Online learning platforms are __________ education further. 5. Challenges in education include unequal __________ and varying quality.

Đáp án Exercise 1: Matching Headings 1. The invention of the wheel - Paragraph 2 2. The impact of the steam engine - Paragraph 3 3. The rise of automobiles and airplanes - Paragraph 4 4. The role of transportation in modern society - Paragraph 1 Exercise 2: True/False/Not Given 1. The wheel was invented around 3500 BC - True 2. The steam engine made travel more difficult - False 3. Airplanes made travel accessible to more people - True 4. Autonomous vehicles are part of the past in transportation - False 5. The 20th century did not see any major advancements in transportation - False Exercise 3: Matching Information 1. Education in ancient times - Paragraph 2 2. The role of the printing press in education - Paragraph 3 3. Modern education systems and online learning - Paragraph 4 4. Challenges and future prospects in education - Paragraph 5 Exercise 4: Fill in the Blanks 1. In ancient times, education was often reserved for the elite. 2. The invention of the printing press in the 15th century led to increased literacy rates. 3. The 19th century saw the rise of public education systems.