A Closer Look 1

Write a phrase from the box under each picture.

Complete each sentence with the correct option A, B, or C.

1. We have a tradition of holding a family _________ on the first day of Tet.

A. reunion                       B. work                              C. meal

2. It’s a tradition for shops to have a lion dance performance at their opening _________.

A. worship                       B. celebration                    C. ceremony

3. The tradition of _________ whales is popular in Vietnamese coastal villages.

A. admiring                       B. worshipping                  C. praying

4. She broke with family tradition by not practising _________.

A. acrobat                         B. martial arts                    C. offering

5. Traditionally, the Vietnamese prepare _________ to worship their ancestors during Tet.

A. offerings                        B. decoration                     C. worshipping

Complete the sentences with the words from the box.

1. This year, we will _________ with tradition and go on holiday instead of staying at home during Tet.

2. _________ children in the US go from house to house to ask for sweets on Halloween.

3. Holding a party to wish our grandparents longevity is one of the customs we ________ at Tet.

4. Organising a folk song club is one way for us to _________ our traditions alive.

5. It's becoming a _________ for young people to celebrate New Years in addition to Tet.

Listen and practise the sentences. Underline the words with the sound /n/ and circle the words with the sound /η/.

1. Mary wore a pink dress last night.

2. I think we should buy this ornamental tree.

3. He thanked the host for the enjoyable party.

4. My mum made the spring rolls for the longevity party.

5. I will bring some food to the party on Saturday.