1. Reference Essay #4
1. Preparation
- The text discusses the beauty of a folk song.
- Author Hoàng Tiến Tựu was born in 1933 and passed away in 1998. He was from Thanh Hóa and was a prominent researcher in the field of folk literature.
- Folk songs are creations by the people, often stemming from labor and everyday life. The most common poetic form is the six-eight meter.
- The folk song "Standing by this field, looking at that one, vast and boundless" is written in mixed verse.
2. Understanding the Text
a. Evaluating the folk song.
- The analysis begins directly with the folk song: quoting its lines.
- Identifying the beauty and charm of the folk song:
Two aspects of beauty: the field and the girl in the field.
The charm: something uniquely striking, not found in other folk songs.
b. Structure of the folk song
- Many people believe the song can be divided into two parts: the first two lines and the last two lines, depicting the field and the girl in the field.
- The author disagrees with this view.
In the first two lines, the girl in the field has already appeared.
She is portrayed as dynamic and energetic: standing on one side of the field, then quickly moving to the other side, gazing at the vast expanse, trying to capture and appreciate the entire landscape.
c. Analyzing the first two lines
- Both lines lack a subject, allowing the reader to connect with the girl’s experience.
- The sense of vastness and boundlessness is naturally conveyed to the reader.
The reader feels as if they are personally experiencing and describing the scene.
d. Analyzing the last two lines
- Focuses on the detailed description of "the lush rice grains waving in the morning sunlight".
- The image of "lush rice grains" symbolizes the girl coming of age, full of vitality.
- The final line reinforces the idea that the folk song is a stunning and rich visual representation.
* Answering the questions in the textbook:
- Part 1 affirms the two aspects of beauty in the folk song.
- Part 2 emphasizes that not all folk songs can be divided into two parts. The phrase "because" is used to introduce the reasoning.
- Part 3 focuses on the analysis of the first two lines of the folk song.
- The first two lines describe the entire field, while the last two lines focus on a detailed image of the rice grains.
- The final line can be seen as a conclusion.
3. Answering the Questions
Question 1: What is the main theme of the text "The Beauty of a Folk Song"? Does the title capture the main idea of the text?
- Main theme: the beauty of the folk song "Standing by this field, looking at that one…".
- The title effectively summarizes the main theme of the text.
Question 2: According to the author, what are the key beauties of the folk song? Which section of the text elaborates on these beauties the most?
- According to the author, the folk song highlights the beauty of the field and the girl in the field.
- The author focuses more on analyzing the beauty of the field.
Question 3: What words and images does author Hoàng Tiến Tựu use to convey the beauty of the folk song? Please provide examples from the text.
- Words and images that evoke emotion.
- Example:
Both beauties are depicted very vividly.
The image of "lush rice grains waving in the breeze under the morning sunlight" is truly breathtaking!
The image of the "sunlight" is particularly striking!
Question 4: Summarize the content of parts 2, 3, and 4 of the text "The Beauty of a Folk Song" as shown below:
Part 1:
States the opinion: The folk song has two beauties.
Part 2:
Structure of the folk song.
Part 3:
Analysis of the first two lines of the folk song.
Part 4:
Analysis of the last two lines of the folk song.
Question 5: Compare your understanding of folk songs from Lesson 2 with what you learned from Hoàng Tiến Tựu’s analysis. What did you learn about the content and form of folk songs? Which part of the text did you like the most?
- Content: Folk songs also reflect the beauty of nature and the country.
- Technique: mixed verse.
- Favorite part: The image of "lush rice grains"... just like the Sun.

2. Reference Essay #5
Part I
PREPARATION
Answer to Question 1 (Page 76, Grade 6 Literature Book 1)
Solution method:
Pay attention to the annotations (**) and gather additional information from books and the internet to answer.
Detailed solution:
- Hoàng Tiến Tựu (1933 – 1998) was from Thanh Hóa.
- He was a lecturer at Vinh University and a renowned critic of folk literature.
Answer to Question 2 (Page 76, Grade 6 Literature Book 1)
Solution method:
Search through books or the internet to answer this question.
Detailed solution:
- Folk songs and traditional music are poetic forms created by the working people, expressing vividly and profoundly the lives, emotions, and thoughts of the laborers.
- Folk songs can be categorized into four main types of verse:
+ Six-eight verse
+ Song thất and song thất lục bát
+ Mixed verse (combined forms)
Answer to Question 3 (Page 76, Grade 6 Literature Book 1)
Solution method:
Express your personal feelings and understanding.
Detailed solution:
- Comparing the folk song "Standing by this field, looking at that one, vast and boundless" with the folk song studied in Lesson 2:
+ Similarities: Both belong to folk literature, discussing the simple, familiar aspects of rural life.
+ Differences: The folk song here is written in mixed verse, while the one in Lesson 2 follows the six-eight verse form.
Part II
READING UNDERSTANDING
In-between Questions
Answer to Question 1 (Page 76, Grade 6 Literature Book 1)
Solution method:
Focus on understanding local terms and refer to annotations (1) and (2).
Detailed solution:
- "ni" means "this".
- "tê" means "that".
Answer to Question 2 (Page 76, Grade 6 Literature Book 1)
Solution method:
Carefully read passage (1) to answer.
Detailed solution:
Part 1 emphasizes the beauty of the folk song.
Answer to Question 3 (Page 76, Grade 6 Literature Book 1)
Solution method:
Read passage (2) to answer.
Detailed solution:
Part 2 clarifies that a folk song is not always divided into two parts. The phrase "because" is used to explain why the song cannot be neatly divided into two sections.
Answer to Question 4 (Page 77, Grade 6 Literature Book 1)
Solution method:
Carefully read passage (3).
Detailed solution:
Part 3 analyzes the first two lines of the folk song, focusing on the beauty of the rural field.
Answer to Question 5 (Page 77, Grade 6 Literature Book 1)
Solution method:
Read passage (4) and respond accordingly.
Detailed solution:
According to the author, the last two lines differ from the first two in that:
+ The first two lines describe the entire beauty of the field.
+ The last two lines focus on a specific image, the beauty of a "lively rice plant".
Answer to Question 6 (Page 77, Grade 6 Literature Book 1)
Solution method:
Pay attention to the image described in this passage.
Detailed solution:
These images provide beautiful associations, making the author's writing more vivid and remarkable.
Answer to Question 7 (Page 77, Grade 6 Literature Book 1)
Solution method:
Focus on the content of the final line.
Detailed solution:
The final line can serve as the conclusion since it encapsulates the entire meaning of the essay.
Final Questions
Answer to Question 1 (Page 78, Grade 6 Literature Book 1)
Solution method:
Read the text and extract the main idea.
Detailed solution:
- The main theme of the text "The Beauty of a Folk Song" is an analysis of a folk song to highlight its beauty.
- The title appropriately summarizes the content of the text.
Answer to Question 2 (Page 78, Grade 6 Literature Book 1)
Solution method:
Read through the entire text and note the parts that express the beauty of folk songs.
Detailed solution:
According to the author, the folk song has two main beauties:
- The beauty of the field and the beauty of the girl in the field.
- This beauty is summarized in Part 1 of the text.
- The author focuses more on the image of the "lively rice plants" in the field.
Answer to Question 3 (Page 78, Grade 6 Literature Book 1)
Solution method:
Review the text and pay attention to the words and images used in the analysis.
Detailed solution:
The author uses vivid imagery and expressive language to convey emotion:
+ The image of "lively rice plants swaying in the breeze" and "under the morning sun" is breathtaking!
+ The image of the "sunlight" is truly unique!
+ The "root of the sunlight" symbolizes the Sun itself!
Answer to Question 4 (Page 78, Grade 6 Literature Book 1)
Solution method:
Revisit the sections and summarize the content of each.
Answer to Question 5 (Page 78, Grade 6 Literature Book 1)
Solution method:
Reflect on the folk song from Lesson 2 and integrate the ideas from this text to answer.
Detailed solution:
From Hoàng Tiến Tựu’s analysis, I gained a deeper understanding of folk songs:
+ Content: Folk songs are poems created by the people, expressing the rich emotions, thoughts, and spirit of the working class.
+ Form:
- These poems exist in various traditional poetic forms such as proverbs, riddles, and rhymes.
- Folk songs can be categorized into four main types of verse:
+ Six-eight verse
+ Song thất and song thất lục bát
+ Mixed verse (combined forms)
- In Hoàng Tiến Tựu’s essay, my favorite part is the penultimate line: "Some believe that if there is a 'sunlight', there must be a 'root of sunlight', and that root is the Sun itself."

3. Reference Essay #6
Part I
PREPARATION
Answer question 1 (page 76, Vietnamese Literature 6, Volume 1)
Read the text titled 'The Beauty of a Folk Song' and gather additional information about the author, Hoàng Tiến Tựu.
Solution approach:
Pay attention to the footnotes (**) and research further information on the internet and in books to answer the question.
Detailed answer:
- Hoàng Tiến Tựu (1933–1998) was born in Thanh Hóa.
- He was a lecturer at Vinh University and a critic of folk literature.
Answer question 2 (page 76, Vietnamese Literature 6, Volume 1)
Who are the creators of folk songs? Where do they typically originate from? What is the most common poetic form of folk songs?
Solution approach:
Look up information in books and online to answer this question.
Detailed answer:
- Folk songs, also known as 'ca dao' or 'dân ca', are poems created by the working people. They belong to the lyrical genre, vividly depicting the emotions, thoughts, and lives of the common people.
- The poetic forms in folk songs can be categorized into four main types:
+ Lục bát (six-eight)
+ Song thất and song thất lục bát
+ Mixed form (combination of different patterns)
Answer question 3 (page 76, Vietnamese Literature 6, Volume 1)
What similarities and differences can be found between the folk song 'Standing by this field, looking over that field, vast and endless' and the folk songs we studied in Lesson 2?
Solution approach:
Provide your own feelings and interpretations.
Detailed answer:
- Comparing the folk song 'Standing by this field, looking over that field, vast and endless' with the folk song from Lesson 2:
+ Similarity: Both are works of folk literature, describing the simple and familiar aspects of rural life.
+ Difference: The folk song here is written in a mixed poetic form, while the one in Lesson 2 is written in the six-eight form.
Part II
COMPREHENSION
Mid-lesson questions
Answer question 1 (page 76, Vietnamese Literature 6, Volume 1)
Pay attention to local terms: 'ni', 'tê'.
Solution approach:
Be sure to research these regional terms and refer to footnotes (1) and (2).
Detailed answer:
- 'Ni' means 'this'.
- 'Tê' means 'that'.
Answer question 2 (page 76, Vietnamese Literature 6, Volume 1)
What is the message of Part 1?
Solution approach:
Read carefully through paragraph (1) to answer this question.
Detailed answer:
The message of Part 1 confirms the beauty of the folk song.
Answer question 3 (page 76, Vietnamese Literature 6, Volume 1)
What point does Part 2 clarify? What is the purpose of the word 'because'?
Solution approach:
Read paragraph (2) to answer this question.
Detailed answer:
Part 2 clarifies that the folk song is not divided into two parts. The word 'because' is used to explain why the folk song is not entirely split into two parts.
Answer question 4 (page 77, Vietnamese Literature 6, Volume 1)
What does Part 3 analyze in the folk song?
Solution approach:
Read carefully through paragraph (3).
Detailed answer:
Part 3 analyzes the first two lines of the folk song, focusing on the beauty of the countryside.
Answer question 5 (page 77, Vietnamese Literature 6, Volume 1)
According to the author, how do the last two lines differ from the first two lines of the folk song?
Solution approach:
Read carefully through paragraph (4) and answer this question.
Detailed answer:
The author explains that the last two lines differ from the first two lines in the following ways:
+ The first two lines provide a general description of the entire rice field landscape.
+ The last two lines focus on the specific beauty of a 'rice plant' growing strongly in the field.
Answer question 6 (page 77, Vietnamese Literature 6, Volume 1)
Focus on the terms 'ngọn nắng' (ray of sunshine) and 'gốc nắng' (origin of sunshine).
Solution approach:
Pay attention to the detailed analysis involving these terms.
Detailed answer:
These are beautiful metaphorical images that make the author's writing more vivid and distinctive.
Answer question 7 (page 77, Vietnamese Literature 6, Volume 1)
Can the last sentence be considered a conclusion?
Solution approach:
Pay attention to the content of the final sentence.
Detailed answer:
The final sentence could serve as a conclusion since it summarizes the main idea of the entire passage.
End of the lesson
Answer question 1 (page 78, Vietnamese Literature 6, Volume 1)
What is the main message of the text 'The Beauty of a Folk Song'? Does the title encapsulate the main idea of the text?
Solution approach:
Read the text and summarize its main idea.
Detailed answer:
- The main message of the text is to analyze the folk song and highlight its beauty.
- The title effectively summarizes the main idea of the text.
Answer question 2 (page 78, Vietnamese Literature 6, Volume 1)
According to the author, what are the beauties of the folk song? Where are they mentioned in the text, and which one is emphasized more?
Solution approach:
Review the entire text and focus on the parts that express the beauty of the folk song.
Detailed answer:
According to the author, the folk song has two main beauties:
- The beauty of the rice field and the beauty of the girl visiting the field.
- The beauty of the field is discussed in the first part of the text.
- The imagery of the rice plants is given more focus and analysis than the image of the girl.
Answer question 3 (page 78, Vietnamese Literature 6, Volume 1)
To emphasize the beauty of the folk song, what specific words and images does the author use? Please provide examples from the text.
Solution approach:
Review the text and pay attention to the words and images used.
Detailed answer:
The author uses vivid imagery combined with emotionally rich language:
+ The image of 'rice plants swaying gently in the breeze, bathed in the soft light of the early morning sun' is truly beautiful!
+ The 'ray of sunshine' is a unique and powerful image.
+ The phrase 'origin of sunshine' is a reference to the Sun itself!
Answer question 4 (page 78, Vietnamese Literature 6, Volume 1)
Summarize the main points of parts 2, 3, and 4 of the text 'The Beauty of a Folk Song' as follows:
Part 1:
Introduce the folk song.
Part 2:
Discuss the structure of the folk song.
Part 3:
Analyze the first two lines of the folk song.
Part 4:
Analyze the last two lines of the folk song.
Answer question 5 (page 78, Vietnamese Literature 6, Volume 1)
Compare your understanding of folk songs from Lesson 2 with the insights gained from the text by Hoàng Tiến Tựu. What additional knowledge have you gained about the content and form of folk songs? Which part of the text did you find most interesting?
Solution approach:
Recall the folk songs studied in Lesson 2 and compare them with the content of the text to answer this question.
Detailed answer:
Through the text by Hoàng Tiến Tựu, I have learned more about folk songs:
* Content: Folk songs are poems created by the working people. They belong to the lyrical genre and vividly express the lives, emotions, and thoughts of common folk.
* Form:
- The poetry is written in various forms found in folk literature (such as proverbs, riddles, etc.).
- The poetic forms of folk songs can be divided into three major types:
+ Lục bát (six-eight)
+ Song thất and song thất lục bát
+ Mixed form
- The part I liked best from the text was towards the end: 'Some believe that if there is an 'origin of sunshine', then there must also be a 'ray of sunshine', and this 'ray of sunshine' is the Sun itself.'

4. Sample Essay 1
1. Preparation
SGK Question on page 76, Literature 6: Reflecting on your previous knowledge of folk songs, think about and answer the following questions:
- Who are the creators of folk songs? Where do they typically originate from? What is the most common poetic form used in folk songs?
- In the folk song "Standing by this field, looking across that field, vast and endless," what similarities and differences can you identify compared to the folk songs studied in Lesson 2?
Answer:
- Folk songs are created by the common people. They typically stem from the daily life and labor of the people. The most commonly used poetic form in folk songs is the six-eight meter.
- Similarities:
+ Both are folk songs.
- Differences:
+ Poetic Form:
· The folk song "Standing by this field, looking across that field, vast and endless" uses a mixed meter.
· The folk songs in Lesson 2 use the six-eight meter.
+ Content:
· The folk song "Standing by this field, looking across that field, vast and endless" speaks about the beauty of nature and the charm of the young girl.
· The folk songs in Lesson 2 discuss family emotions.
2. Reading Comprehension
SGK Question on page 76, Literature 6: Pay attention to the local terms: "ni" and "tê"
Answer:
- The terms "ni" and "tê" are local words commonly used in central Vietnam.
+ "Ni": this
+ "Tê": that
SGK Question on page 76, Literature 6: What does the first part affirm?
Answer:
- In part (1), the author affirms that the special charm of this folk song is unique, not found in any other folk song.
SGK Question on page 76, Literature 6: What is the focus of the second part? What is the purpose of the word "because"?
Answer:
- In the second part, the author emphasizes that the first two lines of the folk song do not simply describe nature; they also introduce a human element, particularly the girl. The word "because" is used to present reasons and evidence to support the author's earlier statement.
SGK Question on page 77, Literature 6: What element of the folk song is analyzed in the third part?
Answer:
- Part (3) analyzes the first two lines of the folk song.
SGK Question on page 77, Literature 6: According to the author, what is the difference between the last two lines and the first two lines of the folk song?
Answer:
- According to the author, in the first two lines, the girl gazes across the entire field, while in the last two lines, she focuses on observing a specific "clump of rice stalks" and compares them to herself with innocent sincerity.
SGK Question on page 77, Literature 6: Pay attention to the words "sunrise" and "sunset".
Answer:
- "Sunset": refers to the Sun itself.
- "Sunrise": refers to the gentle rays of the morning sun.
SGK Question on page 77, Literature 6: Can the last line be considered a conclusion?
Answer:
- The last line can indeed be considered a conclusion, as it summarizes the entire message of the text, encapsulating the main idea the author wishes to convey.
b. After Reading
SGK Question on page 78, Literature 6: What is the main idea of the text "The Beauty of a Folk Song"? Does the title summarize the main idea of the text?
Answer:
- The main idea of the text "The Beauty of a Folk Song" is an analysis of the folk song "Standing by this field, looking across that field, vast and endless," through the author's perspective, highlighting its beauty.
- In my opinion, the title accurately summarizes the main idea of the text.
SGK Question on page 78, Literature 6: According to the author, what beauties does the folk song exhibit? Where is this beauty summarized in the text? Which aspect does the author analyze in more depth?
Answer:
- The folk song exhibits two beauties: the beauty of the field (nature) and the beauty of the girl visiting the field (human beauty).
- This beauty is summarized in part (1) of the text.
- The author focuses more on analyzing the beauty of the girl visiting the field.
SGK Question on page 78, Literature 6: To highlight the beauty of the folk song, what words and images did the author use? Please provide specific examples from the text.
Answer:
- The author uses several words to describe the beauty of the folk song, such as:
+ "The beauty here is unique to this folk song, not found in any other folk song."
+ The image of "the rice clump gently swaying in the breeze under the soft pink rays of the morning sun" is beautiful indeed!
+ The image of "sunrise" is truly unique.
+ "The folk song is a beautiful painting."
SGK Question on page 78, Literature 6: Summarize the main content of parts 2, 3, and 4 of the text "The Beauty of a Folk Song" using the following outline:
Answer:
Part 1 - The folk song has two beauties.
Part 2 - The image of the girl appears in the first two lines of the folk song.
Part 3 - The vastness of the rice field in the first two lines.
Part 4 - Analyzing the beauty of the girl visiting the field in the last two lines of the folk song.
SGK Question on page 78, Literature 6: Compare what you understand about folk songs from Lesson 2 with the insights provided by the author in this text. What new understanding do you gain about the content and form of folk songs? Which sentence or paragraph in this argumentative text did you like the most?
Answer:
- Content: Folk songs have diverse themes, including landscapes, praising the beauty of the homeland, celebrating love, and not just family feelings.
- Form: In addition to the common six-eight meter, folk songs also vary in form, including the seven-seven meter, rhyming couplets, and mixed forms like the folk song we studied today.
- My favorite part is the first paragraph, where the author establishes the unique beauty of the folk song "Standing by this field, looking across that field, vast and endless," which stands out distinctly from all other folk songs.

5. Sample Reference 2
1. Preparation
Literary criticism is a type of argumentative writing that discusses literary issues.
- When reading a critical text:
+ The text explores the beauty of a folk poem: 'Standing by this field... under the soft pink morning sun'.
+ In this piece, the writer aims to convince the reader of the unique beauty found in this folk poem, which is unlike any other.
+ To persuade the reader, the writer presents logical arguments and specific evidence:
- The two main beauties of the poem: the field and the girl.
- Analysis of the first two lines;
- Analysis of the last two lines.
- Read the text 'The Beauty of a Folk Poem' in advance; also gather more information about the author, Hoang Tien Tu.
+ Hoang Tien Tu (1933 – 1998), from Thanh Hoa, worked at the Department of Literature, Vinh University (formerly known as Vinh Teacher Training College), and was the head of the Department of Literature from 1969 to 1987.
+ He is a leading expert in Vietnamese folklore studies, with many famous works:
- Vietnamese Folk Literature
- Issues in the Methodology of Studying and Teaching Folklore
- Commentary on Folktales
- Commentary on Folk Songs…
- Reflect on what you have learned about folk songs and think carefully to answer the following questions:
+ Folk songs are collective creations of working people, often inspired by daily life, labor, and accumulated experiences. The most common form of folk songs is:
- Luc Bat (Six-Eight Verse)
- Song That Luc Bat (Couplet in Six-Eight Verse)
- Vãn (Rhyme)
- Mixed Form
+ Compare the folk poem 'Standing by this field, looking at that field, vast and endless' with the folk poems studied in Lesson 2:
- Similar: They are both folk poems about humans.
- Different: 'Standing by this field, looking at that field, vast and endless' uses a mixed form, describing the beauty of the field and the girl visiting it; the poems in Lesson 2 are in the Luc Bat form, focusing on human emotions.
2. Reading Comprehension
a. While Reading
Question from page 76 of Vietnamese Language 6, Vol. 1: Pay attention to the regional terms 'ni' and 'tê'.
Answer:
The regional terms:
- 'Ni' means 'this'
- 'Tê' means 'that'
Question from page 76 of Vietnamese Language 6, Vol. 1: What is the main point in Part 1?
Answer:
Part 1 emphasizes the unique beauty of the folk poem in describing the splendor of both the field and the girl visiting it.
Question from page 76 of Vietnamese Language 6, Vol. 1: What idea does Part 2 clarify? What is the purpose of the word 'because'?
Answer:
- Part 2 clarifies that the folk poem does not neatly divide into two distinct sections.
- The word 'because' is used to explain the reasoning behind this observation.
Question from page 77 of Vietnamese Language 6, Vol. 1: What aspect of the folk poem is analyzed in Part 3?
Answer:
Part 3 analyzes the first two lines of the folk poem.
Question from page 77 of Vietnamese Language 6, Vol. 1: According to the author, how do the last two lines differ from the first two lines of the poem?
Answer:
According to the author, the last two lines differ from the first two in that the girl focuses on observing and describing the rice plant (chẽn lúa).
Question from page 77 of Vietnamese Language 6, Vol. 1: Pay attention to the terms 'ngọn nắng' and 'gốc nắng'.
Answer:
- 'Ngọn nắng' refers to the rays of the morning sun.
- 'Gốc nắng' refers to the Sun, the source of sunlight.
Question from page 77 of Vietnamese Language 6, Vol. 1: Can the last sentence be considered a conclusion?
Answer:
The last sentence can be seen as a conclusion, as it summarizes the main idea of the entire piece.
b. After Reading
Question 1 from page 78 of Vietnamese Language 6, Vol. 1: What is the main point of the text 'The Beauty of a Folk Poem'? Does the title adequately reflect the text's content?
Answer:
- The main point of 'The Beauty of a Folk Poem' is to analyze the poem 'Standing by this field, looking at that field, vast and endless' to highlight its beauty.
- The title effectively captures the essence of the text.
Question 2 from page 78 of Vietnamese Language 6, Vol. 1: According to the author, what are the two main beauties of the folk poem? In which section of the text is this discussed? Which beauty is emphasized more by the author?
Answer:
- The two main beauties of the poem are the field and the girl visiting it.
- These beauties are introduced in Part 1 of the text.
- The author emphasizes the beauty of the girl visiting the field more than the beauty of the field.
Question 3 from page 78 of Vietnamese Language 6, Vol. 1: What words and images does Hoang Tien Tu use to highlight the beauty of the folk poem? Can you provide specific examples from the text?
Answer:
To highlight the beauty of the folk poem, Hoang Tien Tu uses words and images like:
- 'Vast and endless,' 'endless and vast'
- 'This side, that side'
- 'Rice plants swaying in the breeze,' 'under the soft pink morning sun.'
Question 4 from page 78 of Vietnamese Language 6, Vol. 1: Summarize the main points of Parts 2, 3, and 4 of 'The Beauty of a Folk Poem' as shown in the example:
Answer:
Summary of Parts 2, 3, and 4 of the text 'The Beauty of a Folk Poem':
Part 1 - States the main point: The poem has two beauties.
Part 2 - Explains that the poem is not divided into two clear parts.
Part 3 - Analyzes the first two lines.
Part 4 - Analyzes the last two lines.
Question 5 from page 78 of Vietnamese Language 6, Vol. 1: Compared to what you learned about folk songs in Lesson 2, what new insights about the content and form of folk songs do you gain from Hoang Tien Tu’s text? What part of the critical text did you find most appealing?
Answer:
- Compared to the folk songs studied in Lesson 2, Hoang Tien Tu's text gives me deeper understanding of both the content and form of folk songs:
+ Content: Folk songs are lyrical poems created by the people to express sincere emotions and deep feelings.
+ Form: They use various rhetorical devices (such as similes, metaphors, etc.) and are versatile in terms of form (such as Luc Bat, Rhyme, and Mixed Forms).
- I particularly enjoyed the first part of the text, where the author emphasizes the unique beauty of this folk poem in comparison to other folk poems.

6. Reference Example 3

