Unit 13 Test

Time Allowed: 2 hours

I. Read the passage.

Thailand is situated on the gulf of Siam, bounded on the east by Laos and Cambodia, on
the south by Malaysia and on the west by Myanmar.
Bangkok is the capital of Thailand and is regarded as a shoppers paradise. Some of its
restaurants stage cultural shows where one can enjoy the twin pleasures of Thai cuisine
and classical dance. The dancers use their movements to interpret the stories of the
Ramakien, the Thai version of the Ramayana. While in Bangkok, culture lovers can watch
dance or drama at such venues as Thailands National Theatre, the Thailand Cultural
Centre and the Monthienthong Theatre.
There are many opportunities for sports too. The beach resorts at Pattaya and Phuket
offer a wide range of activities form scuba diving and windsurfing to golf. Thai boxing has
gained increasing worldwide popularity in recent years. A Thai boxing match is noisy and
exciting, accompanied by orchestral music and is well worth experiencing.

Write the correct word or words to complete each sentence. (5 marks)

1) Thailand is situated to ----- of Malaysia.
2) People ----- Bangkok as a shoppers paradise.
3) The twin pleasures of Thai cuisine and classical dance can ----- at some of the
restaurants in Bangkok.
4) Such activities as scuba diving, wind surfing and golf ----- at Pattaya and Phuket.
5) Thai boxing has become very ----- through the world.
Answer each question in one sentence. (5 marks)
6) Name the neighbouring countries of Thailand.
7) For what purpose do the dancers use their movements in performing the stories of
the Ramakien?
8) How do the dancers interpret the stories of the Ramakien?
9) What can one enjoy at Pattaya and Phuket?
10) What accompanies Thai boxing match?

II. Fill in each numbered blank with a word from the list given. (10 marks)
cultural For one can well
is in and over others
This of time recreation reveal
banks as where The old

Myanmar, known as The Golden Land, is famous --(1)--its glittering pagodas, vast
tracts of timber forests --(2)-- huge mineral resources, as --(3)-- as for the hospitality of its
people. Nay Pyi Taw --(4)-- the capital city of the Republic of the Union --(5)-- Myanmar. The
commercial city is Yangon. One --(6)-- find many famous historic pagodas such as the
Shwedagon, museums, parks and many places of --(7).
--(8)-- Ayeyarwady River is the life-blood of the Myanmar people. Along its --(9)-- stand
many ancient capitals of Myanmar kings _ Tagaung, Mandalay, Amarapura, Sagaing, Inwa,
Bagan and Pyay, --(10)-- many existing old monuments and buildings --(11)-- the greatness
of their --(12)-- of glory. Among --(13)--, Bagan with its thousands of --(14)-- pagodas is
recognized by the worlds travelers --(15)-- one of the worlds wonders. --(16)-- 1,200-year-
old city, with --(17)-- 2,000 ancient pagodas is proof of the rich --(18)-- heritage of
Myanmar and is --(19)-- of the archaeological treasure houses --(20)-- Asia.

III. Write the appropriate word or group of words to complete the sentences and
lines of verse. (10 marks)
 1) ----- is the capital of Philippine.
2) The festive spirit of the people of Philippine is -----.
3) Vietnam boasts primitive forests with -----.
4) The citadel, temples and palaces in Vietnam ----- by various royal dynasties.
5) Inlay Lake in Myanmar is famous for its -----.
6) Till evening shut her deep -----
Over my private zoo.
7) No time to turn at Beautys glance
And watch -----, how they can dance.
8) Whose flocks supply him with attire
Whose trees in summer ----- shade.
9) For sound and mother-croon of bird
In hushed and happy ----- heard.
10) ----- a song into the air
It fell to earth I knew not where.

IV. Give complete answers to these questions. (10 marks)

1) For whom is Mount Popa a unique place?
2) What is the capital of Vietnum?
Say something about these lines (from your prescribed text).
3) What is the title of the unit from which the line is taken is taken?
What does the underlined word refer to?
one can take a trip to the Shan Hills, where the weather is cooler.
4) Name five countries in this unit and in which is your country?
5) What do these lines mean?
The shaft of beauty, towering high;
He plants a home to heaven a-nigh

V. Read the passage.

Singapore comprises one main island and several offshore islands. Sentosa, an island
resort of Singapore, offers a collection of the countrys finest attractions. These include the
37-metre tall Merlion, Images of Singapore, Fort Siloso, the renowned Musical Fountain,
Underwater World, Fantasy Island, Vocanoland, Butterfly Park/Insect Kingdo Museum,
Sentosa Orchid Gardens and Asian Village.
While fun seekers can delight in its many theme attractions, nature lovers can discover
the charm of Sentosas Nature Walk or Dragon Trail. History enthusiasts can bask in
historical enclaves scattered throughout the island while beach lovers can relax and enjoy
sea sports along the 3.2 kilometres stretch of Siloso, Central and Tanjong Beaches.
The Merlion, a statue with a lions head and the body of a fish, is a major tourist
attraction. Here, visitors get a breathtaking view of Sentosa, the city skyline and the
surrounding islands from two viewing decks _ on the 9 th level at its mouth and on the 12 th,
its topmost level.
Visitors should not miss the beautiful 20-hectare Jurong Bird Park which is the largest
bird park in all of Southeast Asia. Home to over 8,000 birds from 600 species, the Jurong
Bird Park holds the distinction of having the worlds tallest man-made waterfall.
Answer these questions. Give complete answers. (10 marks)
1) What is the one main island of Singapore and what does a collection of the countrys
finest attractions include?
2) What can nature lovers and history enthusiasts do in Singapore?
3) What is the major tourist attraction in Singapore and what is unusual about it?
4) From where can visitors enjoy the breathtaking view of Santosa?
5) How large is Jurong Bird Park and what makes it different from other bird parks in
the world?
VI. Punctuate the following. (5 marks)
1) when you go to vietnum go to hanoi first she said
2) myanmar is called the goldenland
3) the bayanihan dancer perform at the manila restaurant of the manila hotel
4) nagapali a pleasant beach in myanmar is in rakhine state she said the guide to the
tourist
5) thailand is situated on the gulf of siam

VII. (A) Finish each sentence in such a way that it means the same as the sentence
that is given. (10 marks)
1) Every tiger eats flesh.
There is no .
2) I had just sat at the table when the light went out.
No sooner .
3) The fishermen throw out their nets and waited patiently.
After .
4) She went out in the rain. She did not wear the raincoat.
Without .
5) The main aim to use a certain language is to communicate with each other.
It is .
6) You can save your money in the bank. If not, you can buy gold bars with it.
You can either .
7) Neither Ko Ko nor Nyi Nyi eats pork.
Not only .
8) I cleaned the house and so did May May.
Both .
9) I have lost my watch. I got it from my father as a birthday present.
I have lost .
10) As soon as the ship left port, a violent storm developed.
No sooner .

VII. (B) The Philippines, a land of festive spirit

attractive country - Southeast Asia
offers - wealth of entertainment - classical shows - show band
people - celebrate life - festive spirit - renowned
Manila - capital - particularly lively entertainment centre
city centre - comes alive - disco - rhythms - Filipino bands - pop groups - night
taste - Filipino festivity -check out performances - many cultural dance troupes
performance - Bayanihan Dancers - enjoyed - Manila Restaurant -Manila Hotel
predominantly Catholic nation
fascinating churches - found Metro Manila
no country -ASEAN - rival - country old churches