English 12
Unit 2

Read the passage and then fill in each gap with a suitable word.
Wedding is very………..to the Vietnamese, not only to the ……… involved, but also for both families. The wedding day is ……. carefully by the ……… ‘s parents. On the wedding day, the groom’s family and relatives go to the bride’s house bringing a lot of gifts……. in red papers. Those who hold the trays of gifts are also………chosen; they are usually happy…….couples. At the wedding………., the Master of the Ceremony………the groom, the bride, the parents, the…….and guests of the two families. The wedding ceremony starts in …. front of the altar. The bride and the groom would pray, asking their ancestors’……..to be married. The Master of Ceremony would give the wedding couple ………on starting a new family. The groom and the bride then exchance their wedding rings. Often the wedding banquet is scheduled at the groom and bride’s house or at a hotel or a restaurant and all close relatives, friends, and neighbours are….…. Traditonal food and beer or wine are…….. During the reception, the groom, the bride, and their parents will………..by each table to say…..to their guests. The guests in turn, will give…….containing wedding cards and money………to the newly wedded couple along with their blessing.
Write questions and answers, using the cues. Make any changes where necessary.
What/ symbol/ Vietnamese girls/ women?............................
conical leaf hat…………………………………………………
it/ considered/ part/ spirit/ Vietnamese nation?
Yes …………………………………………………………….
What/ make from?..................................................................
special kind / bamboo/ young/ soft paml leaves……………….
What/ shape/ size?................................................................