A closer look 2 Unit 5: Wonders of Vietnam

The book A closer look 2 Unit 5: Wonders of Vietnam provides grammar lessons on the passive voice and the structure suggest to give a suggestion. The content offers hints on how to solve exercises in the textbook.

Grammar

1a. Impersonal Passive

In the dialogue, the impersonal passive is used to talk about general knowledge or beliefs. For example:

- It's said that this complex of monuments is one of the wonders of Vietnam.

Another example of the impersonal passive in the conversation can be: It is understood that Binh Dai Fortress was designed to control movement on the Perfumed River.

1b. When to use the Impersonal Passive

The impersonal passive is used to talk about general truths or beliefs.

2. Practice with Passive Voice

1. It is known that Ha Long Bay was recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1994.

2. It is believed that the best time to visit the complex of Hue Monuments is in April.

3. It is reported that thousands of visitors come to enjoy breathtaking views of Ha Long Bay every year.

4. It is claimed that Phong Nha - Ke Bang can be compared to a huge geological museum.

5. It is understood that Binh Dai Fortress was designed to control movement on the Perfumed River.

6. It is expected that the government will have measures to protect and preserve our man-made wonders.

3. Impersonal Passive about Po Nagar Cham Towers

1. It is claimed that Po Nagar Cham Towers were built in the 8th century by the Cham people in central Vietnam.

2. It is said that the Cham people built Po Nagar Cham temple complex to honor Yang Ino Po Nagar, mother of the kingdom.

3. It is believed that the Po Nagar Cham Towers were built on the site of an earlier wooden temple, which was burned by the Javanese in A.D., 774.

4. It is understood that the Po Nagar Kalan is the main tower, which is one of the tallest Cham structures.

5. It is known that a sculpture of the goddess Mahishasuramardini may be found above the entrance to the main temple.

6. It is thought that in the 17th century, the Viet people took over the temple tower, calling it Thien Y Thanh Mau Tower.

4a. Suggesting activities

1. I suggest recycling things such as bags, cans, and bottles.

2. I suggest that the government should limit the number of visitors every day.

3. I suggest controlling deforestation.

4. I suggest that we should put these valuable things in high-security places.

5. I suggest raising money.

6. I suggest reducing smoke from exhaust fumes.

6a. Providing Suggestions

- Your bicycle has been stolen: I suggest reporting the theft to the police.

- You have lost your way in the city center: I suggest asking for directions from a local shop.

- You have left your workbook at home: I suggest asking a classmate to lend you their notes.

- Your laptop isn't working: I suggest taking it to a technician for repairs.