UNIT 9: ENGLISH IN THE WORLD

Fill in the appropriate article 'the' or leave it blank. Your soup is so good. ______ meat is pretty tender.

Fill in the blanks using the words in the box from exercise I. I often wear ……………when I swim in the swimming pool near my house

Supply the correct word form using the past simple. When I (arrive)......, she (go).....

The Thames Festival is an annual __________ of the River Thames in London with many exciting events and talks.

Bon Om Touk is one of the most amazing ___________ festivals in Cambodia.

Last year, I participated in one of the Scottish dancing __________. I didn't win, but I enjoyed myself a lot.

During the Chiang Mai Flower Festival, __________ of the parade often hand out flowers to the spectators along the street.

__________ for Diwali Festival begin several weeks before the first day of Diwali. People clean their houses, put up decorations and light the lanterns.

Last year on May Day, we wore our __________ costumes and danced around the Maypole.

Last spring, I visited my cousin living in Ho Chi Minh City. She suggested the best time to visit the city was during the Tet (33)__________. I had such a great time, so I want to share my personal (34)__________ and what I learned about the Vietnam Lunar New Year. First, Tet is a (35)__________ of the start of spring. The city is full of flower vendors, and all the trees are in bloom. Second, it's about paying respect to your ancestors. I saw many people burning incense and families putting out food and fruit for their loved ones who have passed away. Finally, Tet (36)__________ about spending time with your family. I was surprised at how empty the city was. My cousin told me it's a (37)__________ for families to return to their hometown to celebrate the New Year.