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(6 câu)After centuries of over-farming and lack of rain, the once fertile land has become completely __________, offering no hope for agricultural recovery.
The adventurous hikers decided to ignore the popular tourist routes and head off the beaten __________ to discover a hidden waterfall that wasn't on any map.
In order to survive in such a harsh climate, the local communities had to learn how to __________ drought-resistant crops instead of traditional wheat.
After spending her twenties travelling across various continents, Julia felt it was finally time to __________ and establish a permanent home in a quiet suburban town.
The __________ atmosphere of the monastery, interrupted only by the sound of birds singing, provided the perfect environment for deep meditation.
Many young people are leaving their villages for the city because it is incredibly challenging to __________ a decent living purely from traditional farming.
Write the correct form of the word in brackets in each of the following questions.
When I first moved to a tiny village in Yorkshire, my (1) __________ (expect) of country living were rather naive. I was absolutely determined to grow my own food, imagining baskets overflowing with fresh produce. However, my journey into gardening quickly proved to be a comical disaster.
Despite reading countless books on the subject, my lack of practical (2) __________ (know) was soon obvious. I planted my seeds too early, and a late spring frost ruined almost everything. The few carrots that actually survived were completely (3) __________ (recognise) – they looked more like tiny orange threads than actual vegetables!
Thankfully, my elderly neighbour, Arthur, took pity on my efforts. He generously offered some invaluable (4) __________ (advise) and shared his secret techniques for protecting young plants. Thanks to his patient (5) __________ (guide), I finally managed to harvest my first proper tomato yesterday. It tasted better than anything I've ever bought in a city supermarket!
To milk the cows and feed the chickens, my grandfather always wakes up much __________ than the rest of the family.
Because everyone knows each other in this small tight-knit community, gossip travels significantly __________ here than it does in a large town.
After the heavy summer storm, the dirt road leading to the dairy farm became __________ than we had expected.
Sitting by the quiet lake at sunset feels absolutely __________ than listening to the endless traffic noise in the city.
Unlike in the bustling city centre, the local buses in this remote village run __________ on Sundays.
September is arguably __________ time of the year for the villagers as they have to gather all the ripe crops before the rainy season begins.
1. For decades, Greenbridge remained a tranquil farming village in the north of England. The majority of residents worked in agriculture, growing seasonal vegetables and rearing sheep. Few people from the outside world ever visited this peaceful village, as it was hidden away behind rolling hills.
2. However, the village underwent a drastic transformation five years ago when a popular television programme filmed a historical drama there. Suddenly, millions of viewers admired the village's quaint stone cottages and colourful gardens on their screens. Within months, curious travellers began arriving to spot the exact filming locations. [I]
3. Initially, the local inhabitants were absolutely thrilled. Small businesses flourished as cosy cafes and independent souvenir shops opened to cater to the sudden influx of visitors. [II] Farmers started selling local produce directly to tourists, earning a much better income. [III] Nevertheless, this newfound popularity proved to be a double-edged sword. The narrow country lanes became severely congested with vehicles, and the noise pollution increased dramatically. [IV]
4. Currently, the village council is striving to strike a sustainable balance. They have constructed a spacious car park on the outskirts and encouraged visitors to walk or cycle into the centre. Greenbridge aims to welcome tourists without sacrificing its original charm.
Which of the following would be the best title for the passage?
According to paragraph 2, what initially caused tourists to visit Greenbridge?
The word their in paragraph 2 refers to __________.
The word thrilled in paragraph 3 has the OPPOSITE meaning to __________.
Why does the author mention a double-edged sword in paragraph 3?
Where in the passage does the following sentence best fit?
This severe congestion disrupted the daily lives of the local people.
Complete each second sentence so that it means the same as the first one. Write no more than SIX words in the blank. Use the word in brackets.
Experienced farmers are more careful fruit pickers than the seasonal workers. (carefully)
→ Experienced farmers the seasonal workers.
Using only homegrown vegetables, my aunt cooks more creatively than most professional chefs. (creative)
→ Using only homegrown vegetables, my aunt most professional chefs.
No other dog in the valley herds sheep as efficiently as old Buster. (more)
→ Old Buster any other dog in the valley.
My expensive digital alarm clock wakes me up less reliably than the neighbour's rooster. (more)
→ The neighbour's rooster my expensive digital alarm clock.
