1. A student is trying to paraphrase using synonyms / synonymous phrases. Which word / phrase should they use for each sentence? Choose the correct option A. B or C.

1. Taylor Swift has become interested in musical theatre since she was 9 years old.

A. keen on                   B. respected for           C. familiar with

2. Malala Yousafzai is grateful for the support she received from people all over the world.

A. renowned for          B. determined with     C. thankful for

3. Nguyen Du is one of the most famous Vietnamese authors.

A. competitive            B. renown                   C. responsible

4. Marie Curie made a huge contribution to science, and was one of the few women who gained the recognition they deserved.

A. respect                    B. patience                  C. competition

5. The singer was pleased with the positive public reaction to his latest song.

A. disappointed with   B. satisfied with          C. surprised by

6. Ludwig van Beethovan was never one to follow convention and was always creative.

A. always made headlines

B. always gained public respect

C. always thought outside the box

2. Complete the paraphrased version of the first sentence by filling in the correct form of the highlighted words. The first one is given as an example.

(Hoàn thành câu diễn đạt lại của các câu trên bằng cách điền dạng đúng của từ được tô màu. Câu đầu tiên được đưa ra như một ví dụ.)

1. Mozart is recognised as one of the greatest composers in the history of Western music.

Mozart gains recognition as one of the greatest composers in the history of Western music.

2. Most talented scientists are respected because they are dedicated to their work.

Most talented scientists are respected for their _____ to their work.

3. Nguyễn Ánh 9 had exceptional talent for the piano.

Nguyen Anh 9 was exceptionally _____ at playing the piano,

4. DiCaprio's rise to stardom came when he performed as Jack Dawson in the blockbuster ‘’Titanic" (1997).

DiCaprio's rise to stardom came with his _____ as Jack Dawson in the blockbuster "Titanic'' (1997).

5. The athlete was disappointed with the lack of support he received for his championship bid.

The athlete expressed his _____ with the lack of support he received for his championship bid.

6. Taylor Swift's success was so huge that her country songs were the first to make it to the top of the US pop charts.

Taylor Swift was so _____ that her country songs were the first to make it to the top of the US pop charts.

7. Leonardo DiCarpio uses his platform to make people become more aware of climate change and environmental issues.

Leonardo DiCarpio uses his platform to raise public _____ about climate change and environmental issues.

3. Rewrite the following sentences. For some, the first few words are provided. For others, the required structures are given in brackets.

1. Many people regard Taylor Swift as a prominent cultural figure. (passive voice)

(Nhiều người coi Taylor Swift là một nhân vật văn hóa nổi tiếng. (dùng bị động))

2. As an actor or an actress becomes more popular, they will take on a greater number roles. (double comparative)

(Khi một diễn viên hoặc nữ diễn viên trở nên nổi tiếng hơn, họ sẽ đảm nhận nhiều vai diễn hơn. (so sánh kép))

3. Although Federer has achieved remarkable things throughout his career, he still stays humble.

(Mặc dù Federer đã đạt được những điều đáng chú ý trong suốt sự nghiệp của mình, anh ấy vẫn khiêm tốn.)

Despite _____________________________.