New curriculum textbased tests - Unit 8: Our world heritage sites - Đỗ Bình

Unit 8. OUR WORLD HERITAGE SITES
Part I. PHONETICS 
Exercise 1. 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. scholar 	B. technique	C. archaeology 	D. achievement
2.A. ancient 	B. concern	C. associate 	D. special 
3. A. itinerary	B. abundant 	C. elegance 	D. landscape
4. A. tomb 	B. dome	C. mosaic 	D. poetic
5. A. numerous 	B. luxury	C. perfume 	D. mon ment
Exercise 2. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions. 
6. A. archaeology 	B. itinerary 	C. unforgettable 	D. authenticity 
7. A. magnificent 	B. associate	C. mausoleum 	D. harmonious 
8. A. religious 	B. masterpiece 	C. prestigious 	D. abundant 
9. A. intact 	B. nightlife 	C. relic 	D. complex 
10. A. cultural 	B. heritage	C. memory	D. represent 
Part II. VOCABULARY 
Exercise 3. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. 
11. I'd like to book a room with a/an ____ of the sea. 
A. outlook 	B. sight	C. view 	D. scenery 
12. When I'm on holiday, I enjoy ____.
A. getting sunburnt	B. getting sunstroke 	C. having a sunbath	D. sunbathing 
13. The most popular destinations for ____ holidays are Spain, Italy, and Greece.
A. charter 	B. package 	C. packed 	D. packet 
14. When you are staying at a popular resort, there are plenty of ____ to go on.
A. excursions 	B. expeditions 	C. pilgrimages 	D. sightseeing 
15. One day when I'm rich and famous, I'm going to go on a round-the-world ____.
A. cruise	B. sail 	C. self-catering 	D. survival
16. You can save money by choosing a ____ holiday.
A. do-it-yourself 	B. self-catering	C. self-study	D. survival
17. My favourite part of England is Cornwall. There's some absolutely beautiful ____ there. 
A. nature 	B. signs 	C. scenery 	D. views
18. There's a pretty little fishing village ____.
A. by the sea 	B. on the sand 	C. on the beach	D. by the shore 
19. There's a path that ____ out of the village to a beautiful 14th-century church. 
A. follows 	B. moves	C. takes	D. leads 
20. Costa Rica is one of the most beautiful places I have ever visited. Wherever you go, you can see the ____ of volcanoes, some of which are still alive. 
A. tops 	B. heads 	C . mouths	D. ends 
21. The beaches were absolutely ____. Sometimes we were the only two people there. 
A. unspoilt	B. deserted 	C. natural	D. romantic 
22. Sri Lanka has some fantastic beaches – miles after miles of golden sand and ____ water. 
A. crystal clear 	B. crystal clean 	C. light blue	D. navy blue 
23. The travel agent wasn't to ____ for the overbooking. 
A. accuse 	B. charge 	C. blame	D. claim 
24. When I worked as a waiter, the hotel manager found ____ with everything I do. 
A. blame 	B. complaint 	C. fault	D. criticism 
25. It can be quite busy here during the tourist ____.
A. period 	B. phase	C. stage	D. season 
26. I always enjoy our school ____ to France. 
A. excursion 	B. journey 	C. trip	D. travel 
27. Captain Cook discovered Australia on a ____ to the Pacific. 
A. voyage 	B. cruise	C. travel	D. tour 
28. The sunset over Niagara Fall is really a magnificent ____.
A. look 	B. sign	C. view	D. sight 
29. The hotel where we are ____ is quite luxurious. 
A. staying 	B. existing	C. remaining	D. living 
30. Passengers requiring a special meal during the flight should inform the airline in ____.
A. ahead 	B. advance	C. front	D. forward
31. We usually do go by train, even though the car ____ is a lot quicker.
A. travel 	B. trip 	C. voyage	D. journey
32. The area near the palace gates was ____ with tourists. 
A. full 	B. crowded	C. flooded 	D. covered
33. From the top of the cathedral tower there are some spectacular ____ of the surrounding countryside. 
A. sights 	B. sites 	C. views 	D. scenery 
34. She didn't enjoy the Mediterranean ____ at all; she was seasick most of the time. 
A. cruise 	B. tour	C. voyage	D. trip 
35. Known as 'Ha Long Bay on Land', Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex is famous for its mountains, caves, and archaeological ____.
A. excavations 	B. sites 	C. relics	D. heritages 
Exercise 4. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s)in each of the following questions. 
36. The balance and harmonious blending of various elements contribute to Taj Mahal's unique beauty.
A. successful 	B. agreeable 	C. tasteful 	D. fitting 
37. My Son Sanctuary is a large complex of religious relics comprising more than 70 architectural works such as towers, temples, and tombs. 
A. royal 	B. precious 	C. holy	D. valuable 
38. In addition to exploring the caves and grottos, and seeing its flora and fauna, visitors can also enjoy mountain climbing. 
A. flowers and plants	B. plants and animals
C. plants and vegetation	D. flowers and grass 
39. Ha Long Bay has attracted millions of visitors who come to enjoy its breathtaking views and experience other activities. 
A. unbreathable	B. heartbreaking 	C. awe-inspiring	D. unforgettable 
40. They can enjoy the -comfort and elegance of five-star hotels and luxury cruise ships.
A. style 	B. convenience 	C. standard 	D. grace 
41. Most of the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long was demolished in the early 20th century. 
A. rebuilt 	B. pulled down 	C. put up	D. pulled up 
42. Taj Mahal is a giant mausoleum of white marble in Arga, India. It is considered to be an outstanding work of art.
A. noticeable 	B. attractive 	C. brilliant 	D. significant 
43. Recognised as a World Heritage Site in 1983, the Taj Mahal Complex, including the tomb, mosque, guest house, and main gate, has preserved the original qualities of the buildings. 
A. initial 	B. ancient 	C. unique 	D. perfect
44. As visitors explore this magnificent place, there are always new surprises for them. 
A. interesting 	B. strange	C. impressive 	D. unusual 
45. The mausoleum represents the greatest architectural and artistic achievement of Muslim art.
A. contains 	B. includes 	C. claims 	D. embodies 
Exercise 5. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions. 
46. Though built almost five hundred years ago, the church remained practically intact.
A. in perfection 	B. in ruins 	C. in chaos 	D. in completion 
47. Tourists can do and see a lot in Ha Long Bay at a reasonable price. 
A. inexpensive 	B. affordable 	C. cheap	D. exorbitant 
48. The major stone sections of the Citadel of the Ho Dynasty remain intact thanks to the unique construction techniques.
A. special 	B. common 	C. excellent 	D. ancient 
49. The Imperial Citadel of Thang Long was first built during the Ly Dynasty and then expanded by subsequent dynasties.
A. following 	B. successive 	C. preceding 	D. next 
50. Visitors with more abundant travel budgets can enjoy the comfort of five-star hotels and luxury cruise ships. 
A. huge 	B. plentiful 	C. mean	D. tight 
Part III. GRAMMAR 
Exercise 6. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. 
51. The best way ____ London is by taking a guided tour. 
A. of which to see	B. to see 	C. seeing	D. in which you see 
52. With its thousands of rocks and caves ____ out of the water, Ha Long Bay has won international recognition.
A. emerge 	B. to emerge 	C. emerging 	D. being emerged 
53. Hoi An Ancient Town is a well-preserved example of a Southeast Asian trading port ____ from the 15th to the 19th century. 
A. to date 	B. dated	C. that date 	D. dating
54. We can also see the stone dragons of Kinh Thien Palace and relics associated with many Vietnamese royal families, ____ during archaeological excavations.
A. discovered	B. being discovered 	C. to discover	D. discovering 
55. John F. Kennedy was the last US president ____.
A. to assassinate	B. assassinated 	C. assassinating	D. to be assassinated 
56. The Complex of Hue Monuments was the first site in Viet Nam ____ to the World Heritage List.
A. adding 	B. to add 	C. to be added 	D. added 
57. The archaeological excavation ____ to the discovery of the ancient city lasted several years.
A. led 	B. leading 	C. to lead 	D. being led 
58. Though ____ many centuries ago, the palace remains practically intact. 
A. building 	B. to build 	C. built	D. people built 
59. I picked up some holiday brochures ____ around the table at the travel agency. 
A. to lie 	B. lying	C. to be lying 	D. being lying 
60. Situated on Cam Khe Hill, Tomb of Minh Mang is one of the most interesting royal tombs ____ in Hue.
A. to visit 	B. visited 	C. visiting 	D. being visited 
61. You may choose one from the five World Heritage Sites in Viet Nam ____ in this leaflet to visit on your next field trip. 
A. includes 	B. including	C. included 	D. to include 
62. ____ UNESCO criteria for outstanding universal value to humanity, Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex was added to the World Heritage List in 2014.
A. Meeting 	B. Met	C. To meet 	D. Having met 
63. The most magnificent feature of Taj Mahal ____ is the central dome.
A. noticed 	B. being noticed 	C. to notice 	D. noticing 
64. Scientists ____ on the site found many ancient tools, tombs and pottery, and made some important archaeological discoveries.
A. worked 	B. working 	C. to work 	D. to be working 
65. ____ with an average of 320 days of sunshine a year, the coastline offers the perfect holiday destination for anyone ____ to switch off and unwind. 
A. Blessed/wanting	B. Blessing/wanting 	C. Blessed/wants	D. Blessing/wanted 
66. Southern Spain's Costa del Sol, ____ from Nerja in the east to Manilva in the west, is one of the most fascinating tourist areas in the world. 
A. stretches 	B. stretching 	C. stretched	D. being stretched 
67. As well as its beautiful sun-soaked beaches and excellent gastronomy, the region boasts no fewer than thirty golf courses, ____ amateurs and professionals alike with year-round golfing opportunities.
A. provides 	B. provided 	C. providing 	D. is provas 
68. The Saga Rose is a good-looking ship. ____ in 1965, she is highly regarded by marine experts for her elegant lines.
A. Launching 	B. Was launched 	C. To launch 	D. Launched 
69. I took up salsa, ____ by dance teacher, Thabo, who made us believe we were good enough to perform in front of passengers and crew.
A. was inspired 	B. inspiring 	C. inspired 	D. was inspiring 
70. The electromagnetic fields can also cause responses in the brain, ____ observers into thinking they are seeing even more vivid impressions. 
A. tricking 	B. tricks	C. trick	D. tricked 
71. Henry VIII of England was the only king ____ six times.
A. to marry 	B. married 	C. was married 	D. marrying 
72. Travellers are faced with a lot of destinations ____ from.
A. choosing 	B. choose 	C. to be choosing 	D. to choose 
73. I think China will be the next country ____ the Olympic Games. 
A. who host 	B. hosting	C. to host	D. hosted 
74. At 24, William Pitt was the youngest person ____ Prime Minister.
A. becoming 	B. to become 	C. became 	D. was become 
75. Tourists ____ the train from London to Stratford have to change at Coventry. 
A. take 	B. taking	C. to take	D. who takes 
76. The capital city of Ecuador was the first city in the world ____ a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. 
A. to declare 	B. declared	C. declaring 	D. to be declared 
77. Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex is the 8th World Heritage in Viet Nam ____ by UNESCO. 
A. to be recognised	B. to recognise 	C. recognising	D. recognised 
78. The London Tower Bridge, ____ 244 metres long, is a World Heritage Site.
A measures 	B. measured 	C. measuring 	D. is measured 
79. Scholars believe that there are still relics ____ under the tomb and awaiting to be excavated. 
A. burying 	B. buried	C. are burying 	D. are buried 
80. ____ the email - supposedly from Boyd's Bank - to be genuine, she was tricked into disclosing her credit card details. 
A. Believe 	B. Being believed 	C. To believe	D. Believing
Exercise 7. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions. 
81. Breaking her leg the last time she went, Laura decided not to go on the school trip this year.
	A	 B	 C	 D
82. Lived here for seven years, my friend volunteers to act as tour guide for us all on our city break.
 A	 B	C	 D
83. We found a hotel, we looked for somewhere to have dinner. 
	 A	B	 C	D
84. ‘Wait a minute,' said Tom, ran through the door.
 A	B	 C D
85. Amy seems like a bright student. She's always the first to be finished her work. 
	A	 B	 C	 D
86. Annoying by the receptionist's behaviour, they decided not to stay in that hotel.
	A	 B	 C	D
87. We decided not to travel, having been heard the terrible weather forecast.
	 A	 B	C	D
88. Having imported from America, the fruit was expensive.
	 A	B	 C	 D
89. Barbara has now written a successful biography though know mainly as a novel writer. 
	 A	B	 C	 D
90. The book publishing last week is her first novel about a World Heritage Site in Viet Nam.
	 A	 B	 C	 D
Part IV. SPEAKING 
Exercise 8. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct response to each of the following exchanges. 91. “I'm not hot. I'm absolutely roasting” – “____”
A. You lucky thing! I'm sure you'll enjoy it. 	B. Let's go and cool down in the sea. 
C. You'll get a lovely suntan. 	D. Maybe you've got a sun stroke.
92. “Why don't you take your T-shirt off?” – “____”
A. That sounds like a good idea. 	B. Yes, let's take it off.
C. No, of course not. It's boiling here. 	D. Because I don't want to get sunburnt. 
93. “____” – “That's a good idea! Then we'll still have a couple of hours left.”
A. I'd like to suggest we see the Imperial first. Then we'll have more time for the second attraction. 
B. Why don't we see the Imperial first? Then we'll have more time for the second attraction. 
C. What do you think about we see the Imperial first? Then we'll have more time for the second attraction. 
D. How about see the Imperial first? Then we'll have more time for the second attraction. 
94. “____” – “I'd like to see a cultural one.”
A. Would you like to visit a natural or a cultural world heritage site? 
B. Which site is worth visiting in Hue? The Citadel or the Royal Tombs? 
C. Would you like to go to Tomb of Minh Mang or the Citadel of the Ho Dynasty? 
D. Do you prefer seeing the Citadel of the Ho Dynasty or Tomb of Minh Mang 
95. “Can you recommend a good guest house in this area?” – “____”
A. I know. I prefer a B&B round the corner. 	B. Yes, there's a nice B&B round the corner. 
C. Wow! It's very kind of you to ask me.	D. Let's stop at the first hotel we find. 
96. “____” – “Why don't we thumb a lift?”
A Where shall we stay? Can you recommend a good place in town? 
B. How can we carry all this luggage by ourselves? It's too heavy for us. 
C. Poor us! We've spent a whole day on the road.
D. How are we going to get home? We haven't got enough money for a taxi. 
97. “Last year, we went to one of those resorts where everything - food and drink - is free.” – “____” 
A. Wow! I didn't realise you were such snobs! 
B. Really? I prefer to go somewhere a bit quieter. 
C. It sounds great. I've never been on an all-inclusive holiday. 
D. If you want all your meals and drinks included, you can stay on an all-inclusive basis.
98. “My back feels sore. Does it look a bit red?” – “____”
A. Yes, it does. I think you'll get a lovely suntan. 
B. Yes, it does. Probably you should go for a swim. 
C. Yes, it does. It's important to go for a paddle.
D. Yes, it does. Perhaps you should keep out of the sun for the rest of the day. 
99. “____” – “No, not yet. I might call in at the travel agent's on the way home and pick up a few brochures.”
A. Have you decided where you're going on holiday this year? 
B. Have you booked the flight tickets for your holiday this year? 
C. Have you discussed whether or not to go on holiday this year?
D. All are correct. 
100. “I'm really fed up with work at the moment. I need a break.” – “____”
A. Why shouldn't you take next Friday off and have a long weekend in Paris or Amsterdam? 
B. I would advise you to take next Friday off and have a long weekend in Paris or Amsterdam. 
C. Why don't you take next Friday off and have a long weekend in Paris or Amsterdam? 
D. You're highly recommended taking next Friday off and have a long weekend in Paris or Amsterdam. 
101. “Are you going to Wales again this year?” – “____”
A. I'm going somewhere abroad where I can be sure of some sun. 
B. Not likely! I'm going somewhere abroad where I can be sure of some sun. 
C. Sure! I'm going somewhere abroad where I can be sure of some sun.
D. Actually, I'm going somewhere abroad where I can be sure of some sun. 
102. “____” – “Glorious! Warm and sunny every day.” 
A. What was the beach like? 	B. What was the weather like?
C. What was the hotel like? 	D. What were the people like? 
103. “____” – “Well, most of the citadel was demolished in the early 20th century.”
A. Is it still intact or in ruins? 	B. Has it been pulled down?
C. Is it a significant geological site?	D. What has happened to it? 
104. “____” – “Let's go to the Citadel.”
A. Is the Citadel of the Ho Dynasty a natural or cultural world heritage site? 
B. Shall we go to the Citadel of the Ho Dynasty or do you want to see another site? 
C. When is the best time to visit the Citadel of the Ho Dynasty? In spring or summer? 
D. Why do you recommend the Citadel of the Ho Dynasty? Is there anything special?
105. “Why is Taj Mahal considered to be an outstanding work of art?” – “____”
A. Because it was built by order of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his favourite wife.
B. Because legend has it that Shah Jahan made a promise to build his wife the most beautiful tomb ever known. 
C. As acknowledged by UNESCO, it represents the greatest architectural and artistic achievement of Muslim art. 
D. Because the Taj Mahal Complex, including the tomb, mosque, guest house, and main gate has preserved the original qualities of the buildings.
Part V. READING 
Exercise 9. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
TOURISM
Tourism is a big business. Millions of people around Europe spend their winters planning their destinations for the following summer, and their summers (106) ____ to foreign climes for two weeks in the sun. They are the modern-day descendants of the aristocrats and the wealthy who would (107) ____ months to complete the “Grand Tour” of Europe. But unlike their forefathers, tourists these days get a bad press. They're not (108) ____ in the local culture, we're (109) ____; they're just after the chance to behave a bit more wildly than they do at home. What's more, they damage the local environment and don't respect the locals and their (110) ____ of life. 
But are tourists really to (111) ____? Or is it the (112) ____ of the tourist industry, which has (113) ____ to provide reasonably-priced alternatives? And if the local resort only offers a succession of bars for the tourists to visit, can we really (114) ____ them for not doing more cultural activities? 
One holiday company, Far and Away, (115) ____ that tourists are crying out for more cultural holidays and believes that it has (116) ____ to come up with a range of package holidays which are affordable, culturally interesting, and environmentally friendly. Their brochure, which is to be (117) ____ later this month, offers 200 holidays based on cultural themes, including history and architecture, learning the language, meeting the locals. 
106. A taking away 	B. moving away	C. taking off 	D. jetting off
107. A. spend 	B. make 	C. take 	D. pass
108. A. devoted 	B. eager	C. keen 	D. interested
109. A. told 	B. informed	C. convinced 	D. said
110. A. way	B. manner 	C. standard 	D. means
111. A. criticise 	B. fault 	C. blame	D. accuse 
112. A. criticism 	B. fault	C. blame 	D. accusation
113. A. avoided 	B. lost 	C. missed	D. failed 
114. A. accuse 	B. charge 	C. criticise	D. arrest 
115. A. claims 	B. mentions	C. informs	D. persuades
116. A. succeeded 	B. managed 	C . achieved	D. resulted 
117. A. brought up 	B. brought out	C. brought off 	D. brought around 
Exercise 10. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions. 
One of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the Great Pyramid of Giza was a monument of wisdom and prophecy built as a tomb for Pharaoh Cheops in 2720 B.C. Despite its antiquity, certain aspects of its construction make it one of the truly great wonders of the world. The thirteen-acre structure near the Nile River is a solid mass of stone blocks covered with limestone. Inside are a number of hidden passageways and the burial chamber for the Pharaoh. It is the largest single structure in the world. The four sides of the pyramid are aligned almost exactly on true north, south, east, and west – an incredible engineering feat. The ancient Egyptians were sun worshipers and great astronomers, so computations for the Great Pyramid were based on astronomical observations. 
Explorations and detailed examinations of the base of the structure reveal many intersecting lines. Further scientific study indicates that these represent a type of timeline of events – past, present, and future. Many of the events have been interpreted and found to coincide with known facts of the past. Others are prophesied for future generations and are currently under investigation. Many believe that pyramids have supernatural powers, and this one is no exception. Some researchers even associate it with extraterrestrial beings of the ancient past. Was this superstructure made by ordinary beings, or one built by a race far superior to any known today?
118. The word “intersecting” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to ____.
A. crossing 	B. aligning 	C. observing 	D. cutting 
119. What do the intersecting lines in the base symbolise?
A. Architects' plans for the hidden passages. 
B. Pathways of the great solar bodies. 
C. Astrological computations.
D. Dates of important events taking place throughout time. 
120. The word "prophesied” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to ____.
A. affiliated 	B. precipitated 	C. terminated 	D. foretold 
121. Extraterrestrial beings are ____.
A. very strong workers 	B. astronomers in the ancient times 
C. researchers in Egyptology	D. living beings from other planets 
122. What is the best title for the passage?
A. Symbolism of the Great Pyramid 
B. Problems with the Construction of the Great Pyramid 
C. Wonders of the Great Pyramid of Giza
D. Exploration of the Burial Chamber of Cheops 
Exercise 11. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.
MY 25,000 WONDERS OF THE WORLD
The coaches at the Uluru Sunset Viewing Area were parked three deep. Guides were putting up tables and setting out wines and snacks. Ten minutes to go. Are we ready? Five minutes, folks. Got your cameras? OK, here it comes ... 
Whether an American backpacker or a wealthy traveller, Danish, British, French, we all saw that sunset over Uluru, or Ayer Rock, in what seems to be the prescribed tourist manner: mouth full of corn chips, glass full of Château Somewhere, and a loved one posing in a photo's foreground, as the all-time No 1 Australian icon behind us glowed briefly red. 
Back on the coach, our guide declared our sunset to be 'pretty good', although not the best she'd witnessed in her six years. Behind me, Adam, a student from Manchester, reinserted his iPod earphones: 'Well, that's enough of that rock.' Indeed. Shattered from getting up at five in order to see Uluru at dawn, I felt empty and bored. What was the point? What made this rock the definitive sunset rock event? Why had we come here? Well, I suppose my sons would remember it always. Except they'd missed the magical moment while they checked out a rival tour group's snack table, which had better crisps. 
So now I've visited four of the “25 Wonders of the World", as decreed by Rough Guides. And I think this will be the last. While in my heart I can see myself wondering enchanted through China's Forbidden City, in my head I know I would be standing grumpily at the back of a group listening to some Imperial Palace Tour Guide. At the Grand Canyon I would be getting angr with tourists watching it through cameras – eyes are not good enough, since they lack a recording facility.
As we become richer and consumer goods are more widely affordable, and satisfy us only briefly before becoming obsolete, we turn to travel to provide us with 'experiences’. These will endure, set us apart from stay-at-home people and maybe, fill our lives with happiness and meaning, Books with helpful titles like 1,000 Places to See Before You Die are bestsellers. I'd bet many backpacks on the Machu Picchu Inca Trail are filled with copies, with little tieks penciled in the margins after each must-see sight has been visited. Travel is now the biggest industry on the planet, bigger than armaments or pharmaceuticals. And yet viewing the main sight of any destination is rarely the highlight of a trip. Mostly it sits there on your itinerary like a duty visit to a dull relative. The guilt of not visiting the Sistine Chapel, because we preferred to stay in a bar drinking limoncello, almost spoilt a weekend in Rome. 
In Queensland, the Great Barrier Reef reproached us. How could we travel 15,000 miles without seeing it? How would we explain back home that we were too lazy, and preferred to stay playing a ball game in our hotel pool? In the end, we went to the reef and it was fine. But it won't rank highly in the things I'll never forget about Australia. Like the fact that the banknotes are made of waterproof plastic: how gloriously Australian is that? Even after a day's surfing, the $50 note you left in your surfing shorts is still OK to buy you beer! And the news item that during a recent tsunami warning, the surfers at Bondi Beach refused to leave the sea: what, and miss the ride of their lives? Or the stern warning at the hand luggage X-ray machine at Alice Springs airport: "No jokes must be made whilst being processed by this facility' - to forestall, no doubt, disrespectful Aussie comments: 'You won't find the bomb, mate. It's in my suitcase.’
The more I travel, the clearer it seems that the truth of a place is in the tiny details of everyday life, not in its most glorious statues or scenery. Put down your camera, throw away your list, the real wonders of the world number indefinitely more than 25.
123. What does the author mean by ‘the prescribed tourist manner’ in paragraph 2?
A. They are all backpackers. 
B. They are all wealthy travellers.
C. They are all interested in seeing the wonders of the world.
D. They all eat, drink and do the same things at the sites of the world wonders. 
124. What did the author think or feel after seeing the sunset over Ayer Rock?
A. She thought it was pretty good. 
B. She felt exhausted, empty, and bored.
C. She thought that was enough.
D. She thought this rock was the definitive sunset rock event. 
125. Why does she think that Uluru is probably the last 'wonder of the world' she will see? 
A. She doesn't like wandering around the wonders. 
B. She doesn't enjoy the Imperial Palace Tour Guide. 
C. She doesn't like watching the wonder through a camera.
D. She doesn't want to explore the sites the way people around her do. 
126. What kind of tourists is she criticising when she says 'eyes are not good enough' in paragraph 4? 
A. those who stand grumpily at the back of the group 
B. those who wander enchanted through the site 
C. those who look at the wonders through their cameras
D. those who lack a recording facility 
127. According to the author, what do a lot of backpackers carry with them nowadays? 
A. books with helpful titles 	B. books that are bestsellers
C. copies of must-see sights 	D. little pencils 
128. The author compares visiting the main tourist sights to ____.
A. armaments	B. Pharmaceuticals
C. a trip highlight	D. a duty visit to a dull relative 
129. What does she mean by `the Great Barrier Reef reproached us' in paragraph 6?
A. The Great Barrier Reef is worth visiting if you are in Australia. 
B. It is fine to visit the Great Barrier Reef when you are in Australia.
C. It seems wrong not to visit the Great Barrier Reef once you are in Australia. 
D. The Great Barrier Reef is an unforgettable sight in Australia. 
130. All of the following are mentioned in the article as memorable aspects of Australia EXCEPT ____.
A. banknotes made of waterproof plastic 
B. the fine visit to the Great Barrier Reef
C. the surfers at Bondi Beach refusing to leave the sea despite tsunami warning 
D. the stern warning at the hand luggage X-ray machine at Alice Springs airport.
Part VI. WRITING 
Exercise 12. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the following questions. 
131. Visitors come to admire the relics that were excavated from the ancient tombs.
A. Visitors come to admire the relics excavating from the ancient tombs. 
B. Visitors come to admire the relics excavated from the ancient tombs. 
C. Visitors come to admire the relics being excavated from the ancient tombs.
D. Visitors come to admire the relics to be excavated from the ancient tombs. 
132. The Citadel of the Ho Dynasty, which is located in Thanh Hoa Province, was added to UNESCO's World Heritage List in 2011. 
A. Locating in Thanh Hoa Province, the Citadel of the Ho Dynasty was added to UNESCO's Wo