===TITLE=== UNIT 8: READING COMPREHENSION :: 12 QUESTIONS ===TIMER=== 20 ===PART=== 1. READING :: 12 :: 1 ===SECTION=== Passage 1 Sapa, located in the mountainous region of northern Vietnam, is a well-known destination for both domestic and international tourism. It is especially famous for its magnificent terraced fields, which turn golden during the harvest season. Many holidaymakers who visit Sapa prefer ecotourism over standard package holidays. They often choose to stay in a local homestay rather than a luxury hotel. This allows them to witness the daily life of ethnic minority groups and participate in their unique culture. To ensure a smooth trip, tourists are advised to make a plan and estimate their budget in advance. Online apps are extremely useful for checking weather conditions and hunting for cheap bus tickets. One advantage of a self-guided tour here is the flexible schedule; visitors can take their time exploring historical places or hiking through the natural habitat of rare plants. However, a slight disadvantage is that tourists must take care of all arrangements themselves, which requires good preparation. Food tourists will also find Sapa delightful, as they can enjoy local products and fresh ingredients straight from the farms. For those whose goal is to experience authentic Vietnamese culture, Sapa is a destination which should not be missed. ===MCQ=== 1. What is Sapa well-known for according to the passage? *A. Its beautiful terraced fields. B. Its sports tourism. C. Its luxury coastal resorts. D. Its cheap seafood. Giải thích: Đoạn 1 nêu: “It is especially famous for its magnificent terraced fields…” (Nổi tiếng với những thửa ruộng bậc thang tuyệt đẹp). ===MCQ=== 2. Why do many tourists prefer staying in a homestay in Sapa? A. To hunt for online apps. *B. To experience local culture and daily life. C. To buy a package holiday. D. To avoid the natural habitat. Giải thích: Đoạn 1 nêu: “This allows them to witness the daily life… and participate in their unique culture.” (Chứng kiến cuộc sống thường ngày và tham gia vào văn hóa). ===MCQ=== 3. What are online apps useful for when planning a trip to Sapa? A. Taking care of local products. B. Building a ruinous site. *C. Checking weather and finding cheap tickets. D. Creating a fixed itinerary. Giải thích: Đoạn 2 nêu: “Online apps are extremely useful for checking weather conditions and hunting for cheap bus tickets.” ===MCQ=== 4. What is mentioned as an advantage of a self-guided tour in Sapa? A. Having a strict travel guide. *B. Having a flexible schedule to explore at one’s own pace. C. Not needing any money. D. Having someone else take care of all arrangements. Giải thích: Đoạn 2 nêu: “One advantage of a self-guided tour here is the flexible schedule…” ===MCQ=== 5. What is a disadvantage of traveling independently mentioned in the text? A. You cannot eat local products. B. You must stay in a central hotel. C. You cannot see the terraced fields. *D. You have to arrange and prepare everything yourself. Giải thích: Đoạn 2 nêu: “…a slight disadvantage is that tourists must take care of all arrangements themselves…” (Du khách phải tự lo liệu mọi sự sắp xếp). ===MCQ=== 6. The word “which” in the first paragraph refers to: A. northern Vietnam B. domestic tourism *C. magnificent terraced fields D. holidaymakers Giải thích: “its magnificent terraced fields, which turn golden…” Đại từ quan hệ “which” thay thế cho danh từ đứng ngay trước nó là “terraced fields”. ===SECTION=== Passage 2 Central Vietnam is a hub for history enthusiasts and holidaymakers who are interested in cultural heritage. One of the most unique experiences is visiting the ruinous sites of ancient empires. These historical places, many of which contain ancient altars and statues, provide a deep connection to the past. Many travel agencies offer guided tours which include an entrance ticket and a knowledgeable travel guide. This is a huge advantage for tourists whose knowledge of local history is limited. Recently, the region has also seen a rise in shopping tourism and sports tourism. Visitors can hunt for traditional handcrafted products in central markets or participate in international marathon events held along the beautiful coast. If you cannot afford an expensive cruise, there are plenty of cheap domestic options available. For food tourists, the local seafood is a must-try. Restaurants which are located right by the sea offer the freshest dishes. Before traveling, it is necessary to check the trip itinerary provided by the agency. Some tours have a fixed itinerary, meaning you might have to hurry up at certain locations. However, if you download a good travel reference, you can easily navigate the area even if you choose to go off the main path to explore. ===MCQ=== 7. What kind of sites in Central Vietnam connect visitors to the past? A. Modern shopping malls. *B. Ruinous sites of ancient empires. C. Terraced fields. D. Online apps. Giải thích: Đoạn 1 nêu: “…visiting the ruinous sites of ancient empires… provide a deep connection to the past.” ===MCQ=== 8. What is a major advantage of using a travel agency for historical tours? *A. They provide a guide and cover the entrance ticket. B. They give you free seafood. C. They offer sports tourism only. D. They force you to stay in a homestay. Giải thích: Đoạn 1 nêu: “…offer guided tours which include an entrance ticket and a knowledgeable travel guide. This is a huge advantage…” ===MCQ=== 9. Besides history, what other types of tourism are rising in the region? A. Space tourism and virtual tours. B. Ecotourism and safari. *C. Shopping tourism and sports tourism. D. Package holidays in the snow. Giải thích: Đoạn 2 nêu: “Recently, the region has also seen a rise in shopping tourism and sports tourism.” ===MCQ=== 10. What should tourists who want fresh food try in Central Vietnam? A. Fast food. B. Cheap snacks. C. Imported meat. *D. Local seafood by the coast. Giải thích: Đoạn 2 nêu: “For food tourists, the local seafood is a must-try. Restaurants which are located right by the sea offer the freshest dishes.” ===MCQ=== 11. What is the meaning of a “fixed itinerary” in the context of the passage? A. A schedule that allows you to be very flexible. *B. A schedule where time at locations is strictly limited. C. A plan that only includes a cruise. D. A plan that requires no entrance tickets. Giải thích: Đoạn 2 giải thích: “Some tours have a fixed itinerary, meaning you might have to hurry up at certain locations.” (Lịch trình cố định nghĩa là bạn phải vội vàng ở một số địa điểm). ===MCQ=== 12. The word “whose” in the first paragraph refers to: A. guided tours B. historical places C. travel agencies *D. tourists Giải thích: “…a huge advantage for tourists whose knowledge of local history is limited.” (Lợi thế cho những du khách mà kiến thức lịch sử của họ bị hạn chế). “whose” thay thế sở hữu cho “tourists”.