Exercise 3. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to

Exercise 3. Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions. Van Mieu - Quoc Tu Giam is a famous historical and cultural site in Hanoi. Originally built in 1070 in the Ly dynasty, Van Mieu was representative of Confucian ways of thought and behaviour. Six years later, Quoc Tu Giam, the first university of Vietnam, was established on the grounds of Van Mieu. Between 1076 and 1779, Quoc Tu Giam educated thousands of talented men for the country. In 1482, Van Mieu became a place to memorialize the most brilliant scholars of the nation. The names, places of birth and achievements of top students in royal examinations were engraved on stone stelae. These stelae, carried on the backs of giant tortoises, are still standing today and they attract great interest from visitors. After more than 900 years of existence, Van Mieu is an example of well-preserved traditional Vietnamese architecture. The banyan trees in Van Mieu, which witnessed festivals and examinations during feudal times, continue to flourish. Van Mieu - Quoc Tu Giam is a site of national pride for Vietnamese people. 1. When was Van Mieu built? A. In the 10th century B. In the 11th century C. In the 12th century D. In the 13th century 2. In 1482, Van Mieu became a place to memorialize______________ A. heroes B. the most famous people of the nation C. the most talented scholars in Viet Nam D. visitors 3. How many talented men did Quoc Tu Giam educate for the country between 1076 and 1779? A. A lot of talented men. B. Hundreds of talented men. C. Thousands of talented men. D. Millions of talented men. 4. Stone stelae are carried on __________ of giant tortoises. A. the heads B. the lungs C. the legs D. the backs 5. Which in Van Mieu witnessed festivals and examinations during feudal times? A. banana trees B. banyan trees C. apple trees D. pineapple trees