Speaking

1. Work in pairs. What can you do to become more independent while studying abroad? Give your reasons.

(Làm việc theo cặp. Bạn có thể làm gì để trở nên độc lập hơn khi đi du học? Đưa ra lý do của bạn)

Example. I think I'll become more independent by learning to cook for myself. It’s very expensive and unhealthy to eat out frequently. Besides, the food in the country where I'll be Studying may not suit me, so it'd be nice if I could prepare dishes from my own country.

Reading

1. Read the text. Choose the best heading (1-5) for each paragraph (A-C). There are TWO extra headings.

(Đọc văn bản. Chọn tiêu đề tốt nhất (1-5) cho mỗi đoạn văn (A-C). Có HAI tiêu đề phụ)

1. How the art is preserved 

2. Who the performers are 

3. How to appreciate the art

4. When and how it was created

5. Where we can learn this form of music

DON CA TAI TU: THE VOICE OF THE SOUTHERN PEOPLE

Recognised as UNESCO's world cultural heritage in 2013, don ca tai tuhas been an important part of people’s life and work in the Mekong River Delta region.

A. _________________

Having appeared in the late 19th century, don ca tai tu became a popular art formin southern Viet Nam. It started as daily entertainment for the village farmers, who were good neighbours and close friends. After working hard in the fields, the neighbours usually gathered together to sing and relax. This was the time when people started performing this kind of music.

B. _________________

Typically, the men in the group play the instruments while the women sing. Most of the musicians and singers are not professionally trained; they are just music lovers performing with all their heart. They usually perform at events such as weddings and traditional festivals, and the melodies express different moods and feelings. 

C. _________________

Today, tourists can enjoy don ca tai tu performances in southern Viet Nam, where local artists perform at floating markets or in fruit gardens. Such performances help preserve the art form and allow artists to reach a wider audience, including people from around the world.

Writing

1. Work in pairs. Read the advert below and discuss what other information you want to know about how to become a club member.

(Làm việc theo cặp. Đọc quảng cáo dưới đây và thảo luận về những thông tin khác mà bạn muốn biết về cách trở thành thành viên câu lạc bộ)

Don ca tai tu Club

Open to all folk music lovers

Are you interested in traditional folk singing?

Are you looking for a club for folk music lovers?

Join us for lots of fun activities!

Contact information:

Email: doncataituclub@web.mail

Address: 100 Hoa Binh Avenue, Can Tho City