Question 9. What is one criticism of participatory museums. A. They require costly digital equipment. B. They focus too much on ethnic minor...

Question 2.
A. pioneering
B. rating
C. planning
D. running

Question 3.
A. range
B. figure
C. selection
D. amount

Question 4.
A. be holding
B. holding
C. have held
D. held

Question 5.
A. specialize
B. specially
C. specialists
D. special

Question 6.
A. deal with
B. break into
C. put off
D. look for

Read the passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions from 7 to 16.

Across Southeast Asia, a growing number of young people are turning to community museums and online archives to rediscover their cultural roots. Unlike traditional museums that rely heavily on experts, these “participatory museums” encourage citizens to contribute family photos, recordings of local songs, and stories of historical events. [I] The aim is to make cultural preservation more democratic and accessible.

Yet this model has sparked debate. [II] Supporters argue that involving ordinary people allows for more diverse narratives, especially those of ethnic minorities whose histories are often overlooked. They say digital archives give young contributors the tools to document customs before they disappear. Critics, however, claim such projects may lead to inaccuracies. A story passed down through generations might be touching, but it may omit important facts. To maintain reliability, some museums now require submissions to be checked by historians before being displayed.

The trend also reflects a shift in how young people express identity. Rather than seeing culture as something fixed, they view it as dynamic and interconnected with modern life. [III] A university student in Ho Chi Minh City, for instance, created a virtual exhibition comparing traditional clothing with contemporary fashion designs inspired by ethnic patterns. The project attracted thousands of online visitors and sparked conversations about respectful cultural adaptation.

Despite its challenges, participatory preservation is expected to expand. [IV] As climate change and urban development threaten ancient villages, many communities believe that documenting heritage digitally may be the only way to protect it. The question now is how to balance creativity with accuracy so that cultural identity is neither frozen in the past nor distorted for online attention.

Question 7. According to paragraph 1, participatory museums differ from traditional museums in that they ____________.

A. allow the public to contribute cultural materials

B. prioritise global exhibits

C. limit access to digital resources

D. display only expert-verified artefacts

Question 8. The word “accessible” in paragraph 1 is CLOSEST in meaning to ____________.

A. easy to reach
B. carefully protected
C. modern
D. expensive

Question 10. The word “it” in paragraph 4 refers to ____________.

A. ancient villages
B. participatory preservation
C. heritage
D. climate change

Question 11. Which of the following is mentioned as a positive outcome of digital archives?

A. They reduce the need for historians.

B. They help record cultural practices before they vanish.

C. They make traditional museums unnecessary.

D. They restrict young people’s involvement.

Read the following announcement and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 1 to 6.

GreenTech Expo 2025 – Innovating for a Sustainable Future

Taking place from August 10th to 13th at the Da Nang Convention Centre, GreenTech Expo 2025 will introduce more than 80 technology companies (1) ____________ have developed advanced solutions for environmental protection, along with Vietnam’s (2) ____________ research organisations.

Visitors will explore a wide (3) ____________ of renewable-energy devices, smart farming systems, and eco-friendly household products. The event will also include practical workshops and expert talks (4) ____________ by leading scientists, helping the public understand the latest green innovations.

This expo is a valuable chance for students, entrepreneurs, and technology (5) ____________ to learn about new trends and even (6) ____________ potential partners for future projects.

Question 1.
A. whom
B. whose
C. which
D. where