1. Write the following words in the correct column. 

travel              exercise              chess               congratulation               match

schedule         fantastic          educational            competitive               marathon 

=> Answer:

• /e/: exercise, chess, schedule, educational, competitive

• /æ/: travel, congratulation, match, fantastic, marathon 

2. Read the sentences aloud, paying attention to the underlined words. 

1. The match was not so bad.

2. My elder brother ran in a marathon yesterday.

3. Please send my congratulations to the chess winner.

4. Phu Quoc Island is a great travel destination.

5. This sports shop sells equipment at a competitive price.