English 9 - Global Success: Unit 6 - VIETNAMESE LIFE STYLE - THEN AND NOW | Listening Test 6

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LISTENING PRACTICE TEST 6

Unit 6: Vietnamese Lifestyle - Then and Now

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PART 1: True or False

Listen to Mark and Lisa discussing a documentary. Decide if statements are True (T) or False (F).

1. Mark believes that kite flying has completely disappeared in modern Vietnam.

True

False

2. Lisa explains that the traditional flute mentioned in the film was made of metal.

True

False

3. According to the conversation, the game "Mandarin Square Capturing" helps children improve their math skills.

True

False

4. In the past, skipping rope was a game played exclusively by girls.

True

False

5. Mark thinks that modern video games are better for social skills than traditional games.

True

False

PART 2: Multiple Choice

Listen to Mr. Anderson talking about social changes in Vietnam. Choose the correct answer.

1. What does Mr. Anderson say about the noise level in the streets compared to the past?

A. It was louder in the past due to street vendors.

B. It is quieter now because of electric cars.

C. It used to be quieter, dominated by the sound of bicycle bells.

2. How has the relationship between neighbors changed in the city?

A. People are now more private and may not know their neighbors well.

B. Neighbors share more food with each other than before.

C. People leave their doors open more often now.

3. What does Mr. Anderson mention about shopping habits?

A. Everyone has stopped going to traditional open-air markets.

B. Younger people prefer convenience stores and supermarkets.

C. Supermarkets are only found in the countryside.

4. Regarding coffee culture, which style does Mr. Anderson personally prefer?

A. The modern machine-made espresso.

B. The traditional slow-drip filter coffee.

C. The instant coffee served in hotels.

5. What is Mr. Anderson’s opinion on the preservation of history?

A. He thinks all old buildings should be replaced.

B. He is glad that some historic areas are preserved amidst modernization.

C. He believes the city looks exactly the same as it did 50 years ago.

TAPESCRIPTS

PART 1: Conversation between Mark and Lisa

Mark: That documentary about Vietnamese entertainment was fascinating, wasn't it, Lisa?

Lisa: It really was, Mark. I loved seeing all those traditional games.

Mark: Yeah, but it’s a bit sad. For example, kite flying. The narrator said it was huge in the past, but I guess with all these skyscrapers now, nobody does it anymore. It must be extinct.

Lisa: Actually, you missed the last part. They showed that people still fly kites, but they go to the suburbs or parks near the river where there’s open space. It’s still quite popular on weekends.

Mark: Oh, I must have looked away at that moment. But I did see the part about the musical instruments. That flute sounded amazing. It looked like a silver pipe.

Lisa: No, Mark. That wasn't silver. It was bamboo. They polish it so it looks shiny, but it’s definitely made of wood. That’s why the sound is so natural.

Mark: Ah, bamboo. That makes sense. And what about that game with the stones and the squares? "Mandarin Square Capturing"? It looked complicated.

Lisa: It’s actually great for the brain. The documentary mentioned that because you have to count the stones to win, it helps children practise calculation and math skills without even realizing it.

Mark: I should have played that instead of video games! Speaking of games, did you see the skipping rope section? I always thought that was just a girl's game.

Lisa: That’s a common stereotype. But the footage showed boys and girls playing it together. It was a team sport back then.

Mark: Interesting. But honestly, I still prefer my PlayStation. The graphics are unbeatable.

Lisa: Maybe, but traditional games involve more face-to-face interaction. I think they are better for social skills than sitting alone in a room with a controller.

Mark: I guess you have a point there.

PART 2: Monologue by Mr. Anderson

Mr. Anderson: Hello, travelers. Welcome back to my blog. Today, I'm reflecting on my third trip to Vietnam and how the social atmosphere has changed since my first visit twenty years ago.

First, the sound of the city has transformed. Decades ago, the streets were a flowing river of bicycles. The dominant sound was the gentle ringing of bicycle bells and people chatting. Today, the roar of motorbike engines and car horns makes the city much louder and more energetic, though perhaps a bit more stressful.

The social structure in neighborhoods is different, too. In the old days, people in the city often left their doors open. Everyone knew their neighbors, and they shared everything. Now, with modern apartment blocks and a faster pace of life, people value their privacy more. It is common now for people to live on the same floor and never really speak to one another.

Shopping is another area of contrast. The older generation still loves the traditional open-air markets because the produce is fresh and they can bargain. However, the younger generation seems to prefer the air-conditioned comfort of supermarkets and 24-hour convenience stores.

One thing that connects the past and present is coffee, but even that is changing. You see fancy coffee chains everywhere now. But for me, nothing beats the traditional experience. I know the modern machines are faster, but I prefer sitting on a low stool, watching the coffee drip slowly through the metal filter. It teaches you patience.

Finally, the architecture. I was worried the city would lose its soul to glass skyscrapers. While there are many new tall buildings, I am relieved to see that the Old Quarter and the French colonial villas are being protected. It’s a beautiful mix of the then and the now.

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