Đề cương ôn tập cuối kì 1 Tiếng Anh 8 Friends Plus có đáp án - Part 2: Reading

Choose the word (A, B, C or D) that best fits each blank space in the following passage.

Hearing is a mechanical sense which turns physical movement into the electrical signals that make (1) _____ the language of the brain, translating these vibrations into what we experience as the world of sound. Language highlights the vital importance of hearing in brain development. There is (2) ______ evidence that infants who hear more words from their parents learn to read (3) ______ and do better in school than their peers.

Another form of hearing perception is music. Humans are often (4) ______ affected as melody, harmony and rhythm engage widespread brain areas. When the brain is stimulated by melodic tunes, a variety of memory regions seem to be activated. Recent studies have (5) ______ the positive effects of music on people with brain disorders. Specifically, in the final stage of Alzheimer’s, a person suffering from severe memory (6) ______ may be able to tap a beat or sing lyrics to a song from childhood.

Choose the word (A, B, C or D) that best fits each blank space in the following passage.

Sơn Đoòng Adventure

As a sensation-seeker, I had (7) ______ of exploring the world’s largest cave, Sơn Đoòng Cave. It was not until last year that my dream came true. After the graduation ceremony, I decided to set (8) ______ on a six-day adventure tour to the cave.

Upon my arrival in Đồng Hới City, I was picked up by a travel agent and then taken to a bungalow in Phong Nha. Together with other guests (9) ______ joined the expedition, I attended a safety briefing session so that we could understand the nature of the adventure. The journey really started on the second day. After entering the cave, I was (10) ______ by its spectacular views with enormous cave formations slowly appearing in front of my eyes. The highlight of the journey was the visit to the Garden of Edam at Doline 2. I could have a bird’s-eye (11) ______ of the entire forest with a variety of flora and fauna found nowhere else on Earth.

It is not much to say that the journey to Sơn Đoòng Cave was the adventure of a (12) ______. I had a lot of fun admiring the breathtaking scenery and learned how to protect the environment by strictly observing the regulations.

Read the following passage. Decide whether the statements from 13 to 16 are True or False and choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D) to complete the statements in the questions 17 and 18.

Comic books have long been a popular source of entertainment and amusement for children. However, comic books aren’t just about superheroes and villains, and they are certainly not just for boys. Kids all over the globe have enjoyed reading from Tintin, Asterisks to Spiderman and Teen Titans regardless of the digital wave on large screens. These graphic novels include many different genres such as comedy, drama, sci-fi and fantasy, and they are bound to suit all tastes, ages and reading levels.

The most obvious benefit of comic books is that they are easier to read than regular books. They contain easy-to-read sentences alongside other visual and text cues. This can be extremely appealing to young children who would otherwise have little interest in reading traditional forms of books. Many children who think they hate reading respond particularly well to comic books that are based on movies or television shows like Spider-Man and Batman.

By reading comics, young children are encouraged to read between the lines and infer meaning from the images. This means that they figure out implications, using evidence and reasoning. It’s an important component of successful comprehension and a valuable life skill for all young children to develop. As a result of taking in a combination of words and illustrations, they obtain the overview easier than they would from using textbooks alone.

Read the following passage. Decide whether the statements from 19 to 22 are True or False and choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D) to complete the statements in the questions 23 and 24.

In recent years, environmentalists have raised concerns about the future of food. Every year, 1.3 billion tons of food are consciously thrown away by consumers while over one-tenth of the population still go hungry. Many governments have started to take remedial action to reduce food waste. Since 2013, for example, the US government has launched the Food Waste Challenge, encouraging restaurants, schools and universities to make contact with hunger relief organizations like food banks and pantries. It also forces food manufacturers and stores to improve their product storage systems through which food can be kept longer. In addition, food suppliers are required to recycle their discarded but unexpired products to feed animals or create compost, bioenergy and natural fertilizers. In Viet Nam, diners at some buffet restaurants have to make a heavy charge for extra amounts of leftovers whereas some food retailers offer a big discount on near-expired products.

Look at each sign or notice. Choose the best answer (A, B, C or D) that matches its meaning.