VOCABULARY PRACTICE 14

 

Step 1: Pre-Reading Vocabulary Practice

Match the English words with their Vietnamese meanings:

1. Evolve
2. Embed
3. Revolution
4. Symphony
5. Protest
6. Civil rights
7. Anthem
8. Justice
9. Equality
10. Upheaval

a. Sự bình đẳng
b. Bản giao hưởng
c. Phản đối
d. Công bằng
e. Khúc ca chính thức (quốc ca, bài hát biểu tượng)
f. Quyền công dân
g. Cách mạng
h. Sự biến động
i. Gắn vào, tích hợp
j. Tiến hóa, phát triển

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Reading Passage:

"Music as a Catalyst for Change"
As music evolved, it became a tool for social and political change. During the 19th century, composers like Ludwig van Beethoven embedded themes of revolution and freedom in their symphonies, reflecting the political upheavals of the time. Later, protest songs such as Bob Dylan’s “Blowin’ in the Wind” became anthems for civil rights movements in the 20th century. Music not only mirrored society’s struggles but also united people in their pursuit of justice and equality.

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Step 2: Comprehension and Vocabulary MCQs

1. What does “evolve” mean?
a. Tiến hóa, phát triển
b. Công bằng
c. Sự biến động
d. Gắn vào

2. What does "embed" refer to?
a. Bình đẳng
b. Gắn vào
c. Cách mạng
d. Bản giao hưởng

3. What does “revolution” mean?
a. Khúc ca chính thức
b. Cách mạng
c. Công bằng
d. Quyền công dân

4. What is the meaning of “civil rights”?
a. Bản giao hưởng
b. Sự biến động
c. Quyền công dân
d. Tiến hóa

5. Why were Beethoven’s symphonies significant?
a. They promoted entertainment during wars.
b. They contained themes of revolution and freedom.
c. They focused on romantic relationships.
d. They were purely religious compositions.

6. What role did protest songs play in society?
a. To entertain people at social gatherings.
b. To reflect struggles and unite people for justice.
c. To criticize political figures in a humorous way.
d. To promote environmental conservation.

7. What is the significance of “Blowin’ in the Wind”?
a. It is a traditional symphony.
b. It is an anthem for civil rights movements.
c. It celebrates equality in medieval Europe.
d. It was composed by Ludwig van Beethoven.

8. What does “upheaval” mean?
a. Công bằng
b. Phản đối
c. Sự biến động
d. Bình đẳng

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Step 3: Post-Reading Vocabulary Practice

Fill in the blanks using the correct words: (Evolve, Embed, Revolution, Symphony, Protest, Civil rights, Anthem, Justice, Equality, Upheaval)

1. Beethoven’s works often reflected the ______ of his era through powerful melodies.
2. Over time, music began to ______ as a force for social transformation.
3. The civil rights movement adopted “Blowin’ in the Wind” as its ______.
4. Themes of ______ and freedom were common in revolutionary music.
5. A peaceful ______ march was held to fight for justice and fairness.
6. Composers often ______ their personal beliefs in their musical pieces.
7. Struggles for ______ continue to inspire music today.
8. The 19th century was marked by political ______ that inspired artistic creations.
9. The pursuit of ______ is a theme often explored in songs of hope.
10. A ______ is a large, orchestral composition that can evoke deep emotions.

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