Read the text carefully. Decide if the statements are true (T) or false (F) and choose the correct answers.
The Temple of Literature was constructed in 1070 under Ly Thanh Tong’s dynasty to honor Confucius at first and celebrate the doctorates and high rank scholars of Vietnam. In 1076, King Ly Nhan Tong continued the work and built Quoc Tu Giam as the first university of Vietnam.
The temple is divided into five court yards, each with its own significance and history. The first courtyard stretches from the main gate to Dai Trung gate. The second stands out with Khue Van Cac pavilion. The third courtyard is where doctors’ names were engraved on stelae above tortoise backs. There are a total of 82 stelae, with names and origins of 1307 doctors, corresponding to 82 examination courses from 1442 to 1779. The fourth courtyard is dedicated for Confucius and his 72 honored students, as well as Chu Van An - a famous teacher known for his devotion to teaching. This is also where local authorities choose to honor outstanding students in Hanoi nowadays, like those with top entrance results to university or top graduation outcomes. The last and also furthest courtyard is Thai Hoc house, which used to be Quoc Tu Giam - the first university of Vietnam.
After more than 900 years of existence, the Temple of Literature is an example of well-preserved traditional Vietnamese architecture. Along the pass are 100-year-old trees that have witnessed the ups and downs of history.
1. The construction of the Temple of Literature took place in 1076.
2. Quoc Tu Giam is considered to be the first university of Vietnam.
3. The names and places of birth of doctors were carved on tortoise backs.
4. Chu Van An used to be a teacher at Quoc Tu Giam.
5. The Temple of Literature has now lost most of its traditional Vietnamese architecture.
6. What does the text mainly discuss?
a. The location of the Temple of Literature.
b. The origin of the Temple of Literature.
c. The structure of the Temple of Literature.
d. The first university of Vietnam.
7. The word “stelae” in the second paragraph is closest in meaning to .
a. tombstones b. trophies c. records d. pillars
8. It can be inferred from the passage that .
a. Confucius was the first teacher of Quoc Tu Giam.
b. the Temple of Literature is an important historic site in Vietnam.
c. Quoc Tu Giam is located far away from the Temple of Literature.
d. Vietnamese people highly appreciate the talent of scholars.
1. It is located in Ha Noi, Viet Nam.
2. It was built in 1070 by King Ly Thanh Tong.
3. There are five courtyards.
4. The third courtyard has Khue Van Pavilion.
5. It is a symbol of Hà Nội and represents education, literature, and learning.
It is located in Hà Nội, Việt Nam.
It was built in 1070 by Emperor Lý Thánh Tông.
There are five courtyards.
The third courtyard has Khue Van Pavilion.
It is a symbol of Hà Nội and represents education, literature, and Vietnamese culture.