From the 20^th to the 21^st century, there have been significant changes all over the world. Substantial differences are evident between the way we live today, and the way we lived a century ago. Vietnam is no exception although there are some facets of life that still resemble the way of life of the twentieth century.

Living in Viet Nam today differs greatly from the lifestyle of 100 years ago. People in the past mainly worked in agriculture whereas today there are significantly less people working in this sector of the economy. These days, by comparison, people are more likely to be employed in manufacturing and tourism than in the rice fields. Moreover, Viet Nam, which was traditionally agrarian, is transforming into an entirely different country. While agriculture is still an important component of the Vietnamese economy, other enterprises are accounting for an increasing amount of economic activity.

However, along with the differences, similarities also exist. The people of Viet Nam have retained many of the characteristics of their forefathers. The Vietnamese people are as friendly today as they were in the past. This is best exemplified in the way they welcome foreigners to their unique country. Moreover, the resilience and determination of the people of Viet Nam has not changed. The Vietnamese work collectively and happily towards the development of their country.

32. What is the passage about?

A. Agriculture in Viet Nam                         B. Changes in Viet Nam 

C. Vietnamese economy                         D. Lifestyle of Vietnamese people

33. People in the past mainly worked on ____________.

A. tourism                B. farms                C. companies                 D. factories

34. The word “agrarian” is CLOSEST in meaning to ____________.

A. urban                B. economic                C. agricultural                 D. industrial

35. How are Vietnamese people today?

A. They are friendly.                                B. They are aggressive.        

C. They are unique.                                 D. They are different.

36. All of the following statements are true EXCEPT ____________.

A. Viet Nam is not as agrarian as it was in the past.

B. Some of the characteristics of Vietnamese people never change.

C. Vietnamese people are very resilient and determined.

D. The differences between the lifestyles of yesterday and the lifestyles of today are not evident.