VOCABULARY PRACTICE 12

 

Step 1: Pre-Reading Vocabulary Practice

Match the English words with their Vietnamese meanings:

1. Profound
2. Universal
3. Transcend
4. Linguistic
5. Boundary
6. Dynamic
7. Reflect
8. Passion
9. Expression
10. Emotion

a. Biên giới
b. Ngôn ngữ học
c. Biểu cảm
d. Cảm xúc
e. Tỏa sáng, vượt qua
f. Sâu sắc
g. Tính linh hoạt, năng động
h. Phổ biến
i. Niềm đam mê
j. Suy nghĩ, chiêm nghiệm

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Reading Passage:

"The Power of Music as Universal Expression"
Music is one of the most profound forms of human expression, often described as a universal language. It transcends cultural, linguistic, and social boundaries, connecting people across the globe. At its core, music consists of elements such as melody, harmony, rhythm, and dynamics, which combine to evoke a wide range of emotions. While some pieces are designed to calm and soothe, others inspire energy, passion, or even reflection.

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Step 2: Comprehension and Vocabulary MCQs

1. What does “profound” mean?
a. Phổ biến
b. Sâu sắc
c. Niềm đam mê
d. Biên giới

2. What does "linguistic" refer to?
a. Ngôn ngữ học
b. Biểu cảm
c. Biên giới
d. Tính linh hoạt

3. What is meant by "transcend"?
a. Vượt qua
b. Lạc quan
c. Suy nghĩ
d. Kích thích

4. What does “universal” mean?
a. Biên giới
b. Phổ biến
c. Giai điệu
d. Sâu sắc

5. What are “boundaries”?
a. Ngôn ngữ học
b. Biên giới
c. Tính linh hoạt
d. Cảm xúc

6. What are the key elements of music mentioned?
a. Melody, harmony, rhythm, dynamics
b. Energy, passion, emotion, expression
c. Universal, linguistic, profound, passion
d. Boundaries, transcend, linguistic, reflection

7. How does music connect people?
a. By calming and soothing everyone
b. By transcending cultural and social boundaries
c. By using rhythm to create reflection
d. By being a part of social gatherings

8. What can music inspire, according to the passage?
a. Language learning and storytelling
b. Calm, passion, energy, or reflection
c. Dynamics and rhythm appreciation
d. Social and linguistic boundaries

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Step 3: Post-Reading Vocabulary Practice

Fill in the blanks using the correct words: (Profound, Universal, Transcend, Linguistic, Boundary, Dynamic, Reflect, Passion, Expression, Emotion)

1. Music is considered a ______ language because it connects people globally.
2. The ability of music to ______ cultural barriers highlights its unique power.
3. Many people turn to music as a form of personal ______, sharing their feelings through lyrics or melodies.
4. A ______ performance can stir deep feelings in its audience.
5. Classical music often evokes a strong ______, ranging from joy to sorrow.
6. The ______ nature of jazz allows for creative improvisation.
7. Poets and musicians often use their art to ______ on life’s deeper meanings.
8. Each genre of music has its own set of rules, acting as a ______ within creativity.
9. A musician’s ______ for their craft often drives them to create inspiring work.
10. The study of ______ elements in music helps us understand its impact on language and communication.

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