EXAM FOCUS Open-ended questions

(Trọng tâm kiểm tra Câu hỏi mở)

4. Read the article again and answer questions 1-4.

(Đọc lại bài báo và trả lời các câu hỏi từ 1- 4.)

1. How did Adam Smith get the idea to set up The Real Junk Food Project?

(Làm thế nào mà Adam Smith có ý tưởng thành lập dự án real junk food?)

2. How many people in the world do not have sufficient food to eat?

(Có bao nhiêu người trên thế giới không có đủ lương thực để ăn?)

3. What is the point of selling meals on a pay-as-you-feel basis?

(Lợi ích của việc bán các bữa ăn trên cơ sở trả tiền theo cảm nhận của bạn là gì?)

4. What kind of work can volunteers do for The Real Junk Food Project?

(Tình nguyện viên có thể làm những công việc gì dự án Real Junk Food?)

1. Listen and read.

(Nghe và đọc.)

Mark: Hi, Nam!

Nam: Hi, Mark! Long time no see. How are you?

Mark: I'm fine, thanks, but you look so fit and healthy! Have you started working out again?

Nam: Yes, I have. I've also stopped eating fast food and given up bad habits, such as staying up late.

Mark: I can't believe it! I thought you can't live without burgers and chips!

Nam: I know. I ate a lot of fast food, but now I prefer fresh fruits and vegetables. 

Mark: So what happened?

Nam: Well, it was my grandfather. I visited him during my last summer holiday and have learnt a lot of important life lessons from him.

Mark: Really?

Nam: Yes. He's a wonderful person. He has just had his 90th birthday, but he's still full of energy!

Mark: Amazing! How does he stay so active?

Nam: Well, he does exercise every morning, goes to bed early, and eats a lot of vegetables. We spent a lot of time together cooking, working in his garden, and walking in the parks. I've learnt from him that taking regular exercise and eating a balanced diet are the key to a long and healthy life.

2. Read the conversation again and decide whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F).

(Đọc đoạn hội thoại một lần nữa và quyết định xem những câu sau đây là đúng (T) hay sai (F).)

3. Fill in the blanks to make phrases full of physical or mental activity from 1 with the following meanings.

(Điền vào chỗ trống để tạo thành các cụm từ chỉ hoạt động thể chất hoặc tinh thần từ 1 với các nghĩa sau.)

4. Complete the text based on the conversation in 1. Use the correct forms of the verbs in brackets.

(Hoàn thành văn bản dựa trên đoạn hội thoại trong 1. Sử dụng dạng đúng của động từ trong ngoặc.)

In the past, Nam (1. eat) ____________fast food and often stayed up late. But he (2. start) ______________     eating healthy food and (3. give) _________ up bad habits. He has changed his lifestyle since he  (4. visit) _________ his grandfather, who (5. just, celebrate) __________ his 90th birthday.

1. Read the text and complete the comparison table below.

(Đọc đoạn văn và hoàn thành bảng so sánh dưới đây.)

BACTERIA AND VIRUSES

Both bacteria and viruses can cause diseases, but they are different in many ways. Bacteria are living organisms. They can live in many places, such as soil, water, and the human body. The smallest bacteria are about 0.4 micron* in diameter. Some bacteria in our bodies are helpful, but some can cause infectious diseases such as tuberculosis** or food poisoning. Antibiotics are often used to treat infections caused by bacteria.

*7 metre = 1 million microns 

**a serious lung disease

Viruses are tiny germs that cause diseases in people, animals, and plants. They can cause a range of illnesses, from the common cold or the flu to more serious diseases such as AIDS and Covid-19. As they are very small (0.02 to 0.25 micron), viruses can get into our bodies easily. They are not living things, so they need to enter our bodies to become active. Then, they start to grow and cause the infected cell to make millions of copies of the virus. Vaccines are often used to prevent the spread of diseases caused by viruses.

2 Read the article. Solve the crossword with words and phrases from it.

(Đọc bài viết. Giải ô chữ với các từ và cụm từ từ bài đọc.)

DOWN

1. (Section A, noun) the things from which something is made

ACROSS

2. (First paragraph before Section A, noun phrase) the number of years that a person is likely to live

3. (Section A, noun) things to keep a living thing alive and help it grow

4. (Section B, phrasal verb) do physical exercise

Life expectancy has generally increased over the past few decades, and some people enjoy a longer and healthier life than others. One possible explanation is that they have healthy lifestyle habits. So how can you develop these habits?

A.­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­_____________

Start by looking at food labels, paying attention to ingredients and nutrients, such as vitamins and minerals. Avoid having food with too much salt or sugar, such as fast food. Furthermore, add more fresh fruits and vegetables to your diet, and remember to eat a big breakfast and a small dinner.

B.___________

If you have not been very active, start exercising slowly, but regularly. To begin with, choose the type of exercise that is suitable for you. Then, start slowly, for example, by doing exercise for only 5 to 10 minutes a day. When your body is ready for more exercise, you can work out longer. Finally, exercise regularly to always keep your body fit and your mind happy.

C.___________

A good night's sleep is very important. Before you go to bed, avoid having coffee or energy drinks. Exercise can help you have a better sleep, but avoid exercising right before bedtime. Never use your mobile phone or laptop in bed and turn off all your electronic devices at least 30 minutes before you go to bed. Their screens give off blue light that can prevent you from sleeping well. Finally, if you still can't fall asleep, do something repetitive or listen to some soft music to relax before trying to sleep again.

3. Read the article again. Match the sections (A-C) with the headings (1-5) below. There are TWO extra headings.

(Đọc bài báo một lần nữa. Nối các phần (A-C) với tiêu đề (1-5) bên dưới. Có hai tiêu đề thừa.)

1. Eat better

2. Exercise regularly

3. Go to bed earlier

4. Develop healthy habits

5. Sleep well

4. Read the article again. Complete the diagrams with information from the text. Use no more than TWO words for each gap.

(Đọc lại bài viết. Hoàn thành các sơ đồ với thông tin từ văn bản. Sử dụng không quá HAI từ cho mỗi chỗ trống.)

1. Listen to a talk about life expectancy. Put the information in the order you hear it.

(Nghe một bài nói về tuổi thọ. Sắp xếp thông tin theo thứ tự bạn nghe được.)

_________ A. Getting access to better medical care

                  (Tiếp cận dịch vụ chăm sóc y tế tốt hơn)

_________ B. Understanding age-related diseases better

                  (Hiểu rõ hơn về các bệnh liên quan đến tuổi tác)

_________ C. Giving facts about life expectancy in some countries

                 (Đưa ra sự thật về tuổi thọ ở một số quốc gia)

_________ D. Understanding the importance of good health

                  (Hiểu được tầm quan trọng của sức khỏe tốt)

2. Read the article and check your ideas.

(Đọc bài viết và kiểm tra ý tưởng của bạn.)

BIO-PRINTING

It is already possible to 'print' three-dimensional objects out of plastic and metal using a 3-D printer. Now scientists are developing printers that will be able to print human organs and body parts. If they are successful, doctors could save millions of lives. At themoment, scientists are able to print human tissue and bone, but the printing of whole organs will probably be a reality by 2025. Doctors are certain that bio-printing will revolutionise the treatment of cancer and heart disease. Moreover, if we can produce organs such as hearts and kidneys, patients won't die while they're waiting for an organ donor. The technology is very expensive and the cost might not come down for a while. But when it does, bio-printing could play an important part in all our lives.

2. Read the article. Did you mention any differences in exercise 1 that are not mentioned in the text?

(Đọc bài viết. Bạn có đề cập đến bất kỳ sự khác biệt nào trong bài tập 1 mà không được đề cập trong văn bản không?)

How will the human body have changed in 100,000 years? That was the question artist Nickolay Lamm asked genetics expert Dr Alan Kwan. After their discussion, Mr Lamm came up with some interesting predictions.

In the distant future:

• Humans will be living in other parts of the solar system. As a result, our eyelids will have become thicker to protect our eyes from radiation.

• Our nostrils will have grown larger to cope with less oxygen in other atmospheres.

• The size of our skull will have increased because our brain will have got larger.

• We will be using a nano-chip inside our head to receive images and sound for entertainment and communication.

2. Read the article and look at the pictures. Match the underlined words in the article with pictures 1-4.

(Đọc bài viết và nhìn vào hình ảnh. Nối những từ được gạch chân trong bài viết với hình 1-4.)

A gut feeling?

Emotions do not just occur in your mind; they also have a physical effect on your body. A group of scientists from Finland decided to find out which emotions affect which parts of the body. They asked 701 volunteers to colour in silhouettes in response to emotional words, stories and videos. The results show that the people generally experience emotions like anger, envy and shame in similar ways.

For example, when you're angry, you probably feel that anger mostly in your chest and head. But if you feel ashamed, you probably notice it in your face and, in particular, your cheeks. Depression makes your whole body feel less active, whereas happiness affects your whole body in a positive way.

'Hot' colours like yellow and red show an increase in activity, while blue shows the opposite. Black is neutral.

2. Read the Reading Strategy. Then read the article to get an idea of the general meaning. Which is the best summary: a, b, c or d?

(Đọc Chiến lược đọc. Sau đó đọc bài viết để có ý tưởng về ý nghĩa chung. Đâu là tóm tắt tốt nhất: a, b, c hoặc d?)

The writer's main purpose is to explain

(Mục đích chính của nhà văn là để giải thích)

a why children need more sleep than adults.

(tại sao trẻ em cần ngủ nhiều hơn người lớn.)

b why we should always get lots of sleep.

(tại sao chúng ta nên luôn luôn ngủ nhiều.)

c why our bodies feel more or less tired at different times of day.

(tại sao cơ thể chúng ta cảm thấy mệt mỏi nhiều hơn hoặc ít hơn vào những thời điểm khác nhau trong ngày.)

d why some people feel more alert than others.

(tại sao một số người cảm thấy tỉnh táo hơn những người khác.)

HOW MUCH SLEEP DO WE NEED?

Young children need more sleep than adults and tend to wake up earlier. A typical ten-year-old needs about ten hours' sleep.

As you reach adolescence, your body clock changes. Most teenagers need about nine hours' sleep, but wake up later.

As an adult, you'll need about eight to eight and a half hours' sleep a night.

When we are much older, in our 70s and 80s, we're less able to sleep deeply and we usually need less sleep.

OUR PERSONAL BODY CLOCK

Each of us has our own personal body clock, which makes us more alert in the morning or more alert in the evening. You might be a 'lark' who likes to go to bed early and get up early, or you might be an 'owl' who prefers to go to bed late and get up late. Or somewhere in between.

A. 6AM-9A.M. Your body is waking up. It stops producing melatonin, the hormone which makes you feel sleepy. Blood vessels are stiffer and less flexible. Your blood is thicker and stickier s and your blood pressure is at its highest, so it's not the best time to exercise.

B. 9AM-12P.M. You're at your most alert at this time in the morning. Tests show that short-term memory is at its best right now.

C. 12 P.M.-3 P.M. Your stomach is full and working hard after lunch. You become much less alert and probably feel a bit sleepy. More road accidents happen at this time of day than at any other, particularly involving older 15 people.

D. 3P.M.-6PM. This is a very good time to exercise. Body temperature increases in the late afternoon. Your heart and lungs work better and muscles are six per cent stronger than at their lowest point in the day. Some sportspeople believe that if you try to break a world record at this time of day, you'll have a greater chance of success.

E. 6PM-9PM. By now you'll be getting hungry. But don't eat too late! In the evening, our bodies struggle to digest fats and sugars. Studies show that people will lose more weight if they have their main meal at lunchtime rather than in the evening. (But how much you eat is always more important than when you eat.)

F. 9PM-12AM. It's getting near to bedtime. Your body temperature is falling and your body clock is telling you that it's time for bed. Your body is producing lots of melatonin to help you go to sleep. It can o be difficult to sleep with the light on because light reduces the amount of melatonin in your body. Blue light is particularly effective at keeping us awake. And mobile phones, computer screens and flat-screen TVs emit large s amounts of blue light. So, turn off those gadgets!

G. 0A.M. - 3A.M. Your body really wants to be asleep. Melatonin reaches its maximum level. Your stomach has stopped working and your brain is at rest.

H. 3A.M.-6A.M. Melatonin levels are still high, and you are in deep sleep. Your body temperature is much cooler than at any other time of the day.

3. Match the paragraphs (A-H) with questions 1-10 below. Two of the paragraphs match more than one question. In which period of the day

(Nối đoạn văn (A-H) với câu hỏi 1-10 bên dưới. Hai trong số các đoạn sẽ phù hợp với nhiều hơn một câu hỏi. Vào khoảng thời gian nào trong ngày.)

1 do you completely stop digesting food?

(bạn hoàn toàn ngừng tiêu hóa thức ăn?)

2 is it best to be physically active?

(là tốt nhất để hoạt động thể chất?)

3 do our bodies have difficulty digesting certain foods?

(cơ thể chúng ta có gặp khó khăn trong việc tiêu hóa một số loại thực phẩm?)

4 are older people more likely to have accidents?

(người lớn tuổi dễ bị tai nạn hơn?)

5 does your body contain the most melatonin?

(cơ thể bạn chứa nhiều melatonin nhất?)

6 are you best at remembering things over short periods of time?

(bạn giỏi nhất việc ghi nhớ mọi thứ trong thời gian ngắn?)

7 are you at your strongest physically?

(bạn có sức khỏe tốt nhất về thể chất không?)

8 does your body stop making melatonin?

(cơ thể bạn ngừng sản xuất melatonin?)

9 is your body at its coolest?

(là cơ thể của bạn mát mẻ nhất?)

10 does your body begin to become cooler?

(cơ thể bạn bắt đầu trở nên mát hơn?)

4. Read the article again and answer the questions.

(Đọc bài viết một lần nữa và trả lời các câu hỏi.)

1. How much more sleep does a young child need than an adolescent?

(Trẻ nhỏ cần ngủ nhiều hơn trẻ vị thành niên bao nhiêu?)

2. What's the difference between 'larks' and 'owls'?

(Sự khác biệt giữa 'chim sơn ca' và 'cú' là gì?)

3. Why is it better not to exercise early in the morning?

(Tại sao không nên tập thể dục vào sáng sớm?)

4. When do sportspeople think is a good time to try to break a record?

(Những người chơi thể thao nghĩ khi nào là thời điểm tốt để cố gắng phá kỷ lục?)

5. If you want to lose weight, which is more important: when you eat or how much you eat?

(Nếu bạn muốn giảm cân, điều nào quan trọng hơn: ăn khi nào hay ăn bao nhiêu?)

6. Why is it not a good idea to use gadgets such as tablets and mobiles late at night?

(Tại sao không nên sử dụng các tiện ích như máy tính bảng và điện thoại di động vào ban đêm?)

3. Read the fact files about three sports in SEA Games 31. Which of these pieces of information (a-e) is in all three fact files?

(Đọc các tập tin dữ kiện về ba môn thể thao trong SEA Games 31. Thông tin nào sau đây (a-e) có trong cả ba tập tin dữ kiện?)

a. The origin of the sport

(Nguồn gốc của thể thao)

b. How to score points

(Cách tính điểm)

c. The benefits of the sport

(Lợi ích của thể thao)

d. The required sportswear

(Trang phục thể thao bắt buộc)

e. The sports gear

(Dụng cụ thể thao)

f. Gold medallists in SEA Games 31

(Huy chương vàng SEA Games 31)

SEPAK TAKRAW

Sepak Takraw is a popular sports game in South East Asia, whose name comes from two languages. Sepak means kick in Malay, and takraw means ball in Thai. The sport is believed to come from a traditional Chinese game.

Played on a court with a rattan ball, Sepak Takraw is basically a cross between volleyball and football. With three people on each side, players have to keep the ball in play using their feet, chest, head, or knee. Committing a foul will offer a point to the opposing team. The team with 21 points on a set will win that set. The team who wins the first two sets is the winner.

Sepak Takraw helps develop excellent eye-foot coordination, leg strength and flexibility.

Thailand won the most gold medals in Sepak Takraw at SEA Games 31.

KARATE

Karate, the Japanese word for 'empty hand', is believed to have begun long ago on Okinawa, an island of Japan.

In karate, practitioners learn to breathe, move, and stand in a certain way. They are told to breathe out from their bellies and also learn to let out a big shout as they move.

A white uniform called a gi and a coloured belt are required. Practitioners start with a white belt and train hard until they get a black one.

Karate can provide a number of benefits to those who practice it. In addition to teaching concepts such as respect and discipline, it can help build confidence and self-defence skills.

SEA Games 31 saw the victory of the Vietnamese karate team with 7 gold medals.

VOVINAM – VIET VO DAO

Vovinam, one of the most popular Vietnamese martial arts, was created by Grandmaster Nguyen Loc (1912-1960) in 1936.

Vovinam involves the use of different body parts such as hands, elbows, legs, and knees. Practitioners also learn to perform with long sticks, swords, knives, and fans.

Not only does Vovinam help strengthen practitioners' mind and body but it also encourages a healthy lifestyle. Vovinam is also known for its practicality, as it can be used in a wide range of self-defense situations.

Vovinam competitions have been held in the regional sports event of South East Asia since 2011.

At SEA Games 31, Viet Nam ranked first in Vovinam with 6 gold medals.

1. Read extracts 1 and 2 below, which have missing sentences. Try to predict what each missing sentence is about. Then look at A-D and choose the sentences that are closest to your prediction.

(Đọc đoạn trích 1 và 2 dưới đây, trong đó có những câu còn thiếu. Cố gắng đoán xem mỗi câu còn thiếu nói về điều gì. Sau đó nhìn vào A-D và chọn những câu gần với dự đoán của bạn nhất.)

1 Be careful when you choose a leisure activity because some activities take up a lot of time or effort. ____________Find out what an activity needs before. you begin, and you won't have wasted your time.

2 If you think you have hurt yourself while exercising, stop immediately. ____________As a result, they end up with worse injuries, so it takes them much longer to get better.

A. This is important if a doctor has told you to rest.

(Điều này rất quan trọng nếu bác sĩ bảo bạn nghỉ ngơi.)

B. This means that you may become discouraged and give up because it is too demanding.

(Điều này có nghĩa là bạn có thể nản lòng và bỏ cuộc vì nó quá khắt khe.)

C. Too many people try to continue, despite the pain.

(Quá nhiều người cố gắng tiếp tục, bất chấp nỗi đau.)

D. Then they find that it doesn't interest them as much as they thought it would.

(Sau đó, họ thấy rằng nó không khiến họ quan tâm nhiều như họ nghĩ.)

2. Read the text. Five sentences have been removed. Choose the correct sentences (A-G) to fill the gaps (1-5). There are two extra sentences.

(Đọc văn bản. Năm câu đã bị loại bỏ. Chọn câu đúng (A-G) để điền vào chỗ trống (1-5). Có hai câu bị thừa.)

Hobbies and leisure activities are an ideal way to destress, meet people and develop your creativity. But if you don't have a lot of spare time, it can be a challenge to find one that suits your tastes and fits into your busy life. Of course, some readers ask why they should take up a hobby at all. ¹____________They don't realise that being more active and doing something really enjoyable can improve their energy levels and their mood. One strategy for finding the right leisure activity is to think about what you enjoyed when you were a young child. ²____________Now here's your chance to try again. Perhaps you wish you could spend time exploring on your bicycle again, or wonder why you stopped drawing cartoons. Think about going back to similar activities. Another approach is to think about the hobbies your friends have taken up. ³____________Training together will give both of you a boost in motivation. Or if you see a friend's paintings and you fancy doing some painting as well, give it a try. Something to keep in mind is that an activity may not interest you after you've tried it. ⁴____________So don't beg your parents to pay for a lot of equipment or a whole year's lessons right away. Begin slowly, borrow what you need, and see if the activity is really right for you. If you still enjoy an activity after a few weeks of starting it, it might be the right hobby for you. ⁵____________And if you complete it, perhaps you can ask for some equipment for your next birthday present.

A. Most people try activities they think they will be good at.

(Hầu hết mọi người đều thử các hoạt động mà họ nghĩ rằng họ sẽ giỏi.)

B. Actually, lots of people give hobbies up within a couple of months of starting them.

(Trên thực tế, nhiều người từ bỏ sở thích trong vòng vài tháng kể từ khi bắt đầu sở thích.)

C. If you are interested when a classmate talks about her martial arts class, ask if you can join her.

(Nếu bạn quan tâm khi một bạn cùng lớp nói về lớp học võ thuật của cô ấy, hãy hỏi xem bạn có thể tham gia cùng cô ấy không.)

D. Only then is the time to pay for the full course.

(Chỉ sau đó là thời gian để trả tiền cho toàn bộ khóa học.)

E. Parents may also have good ideas for activities too.

(Phụ huynh cũng có thể có những ý tưởng hay cho các hoạt động.)

F. After an exhausting day at school, all they want to do is sit in front of the TV or go online.

(Sau một ngày học mệt mỏi ở trường, tất cả những gì họ muốn làm là ngồi trước TV hoặc lên mạng.)

G. Do you regret giving up those music lessons when you were ten?

(Bạn có hối hận vì đã từ bỏ những bài học âm nhạc khi bạn mười tuổi không?)

Reading

a. Read the article about healthy diets and choose the best title.

(Đọc bài viết về chế độ ăn uống lành mạnh và chọn tiêu đề đúng nhất.)

1. It's Easy to Eat Healthy                                                     

(Ăn uống lành mạnh thật dễ dàng)    

2. The Truth about Diet Plans

(Sự thật về kế hoạch ăn kiêng)

Don't know how to create a healthy diet? I had the same problem. I knew what food tasted good, but not what was good for my body. Then, I discovered the Healthy Eating Plate*, and everything became easy! Check out these super simple tips.

Eat lots of fruit and vegetables. They look good, taste great, and have all the vitamins to protect your body from diseases and heal from injuries. I add fruit on my breakfast cereal each morning. It's delicious!

Choose good carbs from whole grains. Grains are seeds used to make foods like bread, pasta, and rice. Be careful with processed grains, though, like in pasta. They provide about the same amount of carbs as whole grains but have fewer vitamins. This was a problem for me because I love pasta, and freshly baked French bread smells so good! But, now I try to eat brown bread and rice instead of white. I haven't eaten processed carbs for two months. I look better and feel much healthier.

Look for healthy protein. Sausages smell amazing and are full of protein. They might HEALTHY seem to be a healthy option, but they contain highly processed meat which you should really stay away from. Don't worry, you can find protein in many other foods, even in plants. Beans, nuts, some whole grains, and some vegetables have protein.

Limit dairy products, salts, fats, added sugar, and oils. Choose healthy fats like vegetable oils, nuts, seeds, and fish. Finally, don't forget to drink lots of water and stay active with plenty of exercise.

See? I told you it was easy! Just follow the tips of the Healthy Eating Plate.

*https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/healthy-eating-plate/

b. Now, read and circle the correct answers.

(Bây giờ, hãy đọc và khoanh tròn các câu trả lời đúng.)

1. Which benefit of fruit and vegetables is NOT mentioned?

(Lợi ích nào của trái cây và rau quả KHÔNG được đề cập?)

a. They heal injuries. (Chúng chữa lành vết thương.)

b. They fight illnesses. (Chúng chiến đấu với bệnh tật.)

c. They strengthen bones. (Chúng giúp xương chắc khỏe.)

According to the author,… (Theo tác giả,…)

2. which food has healthy carbs?

(thực phẩm nào có carb tốt cho sức khỏe?)

a. white rice (gạo trắng)                                

b. pasta (mì ống)                                

c. whole wheat bread (bánh mì nguyên cám)

3. which food has lots of protein?

(thực phẩm nào có nhiều chất đạm?)

A. beans (đậu)                                    

b. most vegetables (hầu hết các loại rau)                  

c. processed grains (ngũ cốc chế biến)                                              

4. what should you avoid?

(bạn nên tránh điều gì?)

a. fats (chất béo)                                            

b. highlly processed meat (thịt đã được chế biến kĩ) 

c. sugar (đường)

c. Listen and read.

(Nghe và đọc.)

Reading

a. Read the article and match the sub-headings to each passage.

(Đọc bài viết và nối các tiêu đề phụ với mỗi đoạn văn.)

Smile! (Nụ cười!)

Go outside (Đi ra ngoài)

Add nuts to your diet (Thêm các loại hạt vào chế độ ăn uống của bạn)

Drink coffee or tea (Uống cà phê hoặc trà)

Stay active (Luôn năng động)

b. Now, read and write True, False, or Doesn't say.

(Bây giờ, hãy đọc và viết Đúng, Sai hoặc Không đề cập đến.)

1. _________________ Eating 90 grams of nuts weekly will lower your risk of early death.

2. _________________ A 2015 study found that the risk of early death decreased by 22% among old people who exercised for 15 minutes a day.

3. _________________ Happy people tend to spend more time with their family and friends.

4. _________________ Spending 120 minutes a week outdoors can make you feel happier.

5. _________________ Coffee and green tea can help us live longer because they prevent many diseases.

c. Listen and read.

(Nghe và đọc.)

5 simple tips to increase your life expectancy

What's the secret to a longer life? We talked to health experts to find out. Here are five simple tips for you!

1. Add nuts to your diet

They're rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals. According to a 2013 study, you should eat at least 90 grams of nuts a week to lower your risk of early death by 39%.

2. Stay active

Just 15 minutes of daily exercise can add three more years of life. However, you should exercise for at least 150 minutes a week. A 2015 study found that older people who did that were 22% less likely to die early.

3. Smile!

Happy people may live up to 18% longer than unhappy people. You should avoid stress, do things that you enjoy, and spend more time with your family and friends.

4. Go outside

Spending time in the sun improves our mood and helps us sleep better at night, both of which help us live longer. You should spend at least 120 minutes a week in parks or natural environment to increase your happiness. Remember to wear sunscreen, though.

5. Drink coffee or tea

Coffee and green tea can help decrease your risk of early death by 20 to 30%. However, you shouldn't drink them too much because they can make it harder for you to sleep.

There you have it! Start following these tips from today to live longer and healthier!

1 Read the title and subheadings and look at the picture. What do you think the text is about? Listen / Watch and read to find out.

(Đọc tiêu đề và tiêu đề phụ và nhìn vào hình ảnh. Bạn nghĩ văn bản nói về điều gì? Nghe / Xem và đọc để tìm hiểu.)

Get in Shape with the Latest Fitness Trends

Going to the gym, or not?

Home workouts are becoming very popular these days because many working people can't manage to have time to go to the fitness centre. Recently, 75% of people asked say it is easier, cheaper and more convenient to exercise at home. Mini-workouts of 5 to 10 minutes spread out during the day are also a great way to exercise while busy at home. All you need is a mat, light weights and some space for the perfect home gym.

Apps are everywhere

As we use our mobile phones for almost everything, it is no surprise they can help us exercise too. Fitness applications on our mobiles, smart watches and computers are the latest craze. These apps are often free to download and for people of all ages. They offer a variety of workouts as well as healthy diet advice and wellness tips. They also help track your progress and even give rewards such as badges and stars for encouragement.

High-tech exercising

Technology has definitely become part of our daily exercise. Whether at home or at the gym, exercise bikes, treadmills and other types of equipment have become interactive with screens and speakers. Smart fitness mirrors, acting as personal trainers, provide a variety of exercise programmes from boxing to Pilates while the person exercising can see themself in the mirror.

Building muscles outdoors

Running, cycling, walking and hiking are some types of outdoor fitness. More and more people are getting together to exercise or take an outdoor class while enjoying the benefits of nature with some fresh air and green healing.

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Lấy lại vóc dáng với các xu hướng tập thể dục mới nhất

Đi đến phòng tập thể dục, hay không?

Tập luyện tại nhà ngày nay đang trở nên rất phổ biến vì nhiều người đi làm không thể có thời gian đến trung tâm thể hình. Gần đây, 75% số người được hỏi nói rằng tập thể dục tại nhà dễ dàng hơn, rẻ hơn và thuận tiện hơn. Các bài tập ngắn từ 5 đến 10 phút trải đều trong ngày cũng là một cách tuyệt vời để tập thể dục khi bận rộn ở nhà. Tất cả những gì bạn cần là một tấm thảm, tạ nhẹ và một số không gian để tập gym tại nhà hoàn hảo.

Ứng dụng ở khắp mọi nơi

Khi chúng ta sử dụng điện thoại di động cho hầu hết mọi thứ, không có gì ngạc nhiên khi chúng cũng có thể giúp chúng ta tập thể dục. Các ứng dụng thể dục trên điện thoại di động, đồng hồ thông minh và máy tính của chúng tôi là cơn sốt mới nhất. Các ứng dụng này thường được tải xuống miễn phí và dành cho mọi người ở mọi lứa tuổi. Chúng cung cấp nhiều bài tập luyện cũng như lời khuyên về chế độ ăn uống lành mạnh và mẹo giữ gìn sức khỏe. Họ cũng giúp theo dõi tiến trình của bạn và thậm chí trao phần thưởng như huy hiệu và ngôi sao để khuyến khích.

Tập thể dục công nghệ cao

Công nghệ chắc chắn đã trở thành một phần của bài tập hàng ngày của chúng tôi. Cho dù ở nhà hay tại phòng tập thể dục, xe đạp tập thể dục, máy chạy bộ và các loại thiết bị khác đã trở nên tương tác với màn hình và loa. Gương thể dục thông minh, đóng vai trò là huấn luyện viên cá nhân, cung cấp nhiều chương trình tập luyện khác nhau từ đấm bốc đến Pilates trong khi người tập có thể nhìn thấy chính mình trong gương.

Xây dựng cơ bắp bằng những hoạt động ngoài trời

Chạy, đạp xe, đi bộ và đi bộ đường dài là một số loại hình thể dục ngoài trời. Ngày càng có nhiều người cùng nhau tập thể dục hoặc tham gia một lớp học ngoài trời trong khi tận hưởng những lợi ích của thiên nhiên với không khí trong lành và phương pháp chữa bệnh bằng cây xanh. 

2. Read the text. Complete each sentence with NO MORE THAN FOUR WORDS.

(Đọc văn bản. Hoàn thành mỗi câu với KHÔNG QUÁ BỐN TỪ.)

1 Mini-workouts last from _________

2 Some fitness apps also offer healthy _________ tips.

3 The latest fitness _________ is apps on our smart watches, laptops and computers.

4 Smart fitness mirrors are like _________ that teach exercises.

5 Fresh air is one of the _________ of exercising outside.

True/False/Doesn't Say statements

• Read the statements and underline the key words.

• Read the text and mark the sentences accordingly.

• A sentence is considered "doesn't say" (DS) when the information it provides cannot be found in the text or there is not enough information to know if it is true or false.

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Câu Đúng / Sai/ Không đề cập

• Đọc những câu phát biểu và gạch chân những từ khóa.

• Đọc văn bản và đánh dấu câu cho phù hợp.

• Một câu được coi là “không đề cập” (DS) khi thông tin mà nó cung cấp không tìm thấy trong văn bản hoặc không đủ thông tin để biết câu đó đúng hay sai.

3. Read the text again and decide if each of the statements (1-5) is T (true), F (false) or DS (doesn't say).

(Đọc lại văn bản và quyết định xem mỗi câu (1-5) là T (đúng), F (sai) hay DS (không đề cập).)

1 Many people think it is less expensive to exercise in their homes. _____

2 Home gyms need a lot of space. _____

3 Most fitness apps are downloaded on mobile phones. _____

4 You can't take exercise classes with a smart fitness mirror. _____

5 Outdoor fitness classes don't have equipment. _____

Multiple choice

• Read the questions and underline the key words.

• Look at the pictures and think of words related to each picture as they might appear in the recording.

• All the pictures are mentioned but only one is the correct answer.

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Chọn đáp án đúng

• Đọc câu hỏi và gạch chân những từ khóa.

• Nhìn vào các bức tranh và nghĩ về các từ liên quan đến mỗi bức tranh khi chúng có thể xuất hiện trong đoạn ghi âm.

• Tất cả các hình ảnh được đề cập nhưng chỉ có một là câu trả lời đúng.

1. You are going to listen to four dialogues. Read the questions (1-4) and look at the pictures.

(Bạn sẽ nghe bốn đoạn đối thoại. Đọc các câu hỏi (1-4) và nhìn vào các bức tranh.)

Which dialogue is probably about...

• the cost of something?

• types of food?

• different types of exercises?

• different places?
(Đoạn đối thoại nào có lẽ là về...

• chi phí của một cái gì đó?

• các loại thực phẩm?

• các dạng bài tập khác nhau?

• Những nơi khác nhau?)

1. Look at the headings in the text. What health problems can these food items treat? Listen / Watch and read to find out.

(Nhìn vào các tiêu đề trong văn bản. Những thực phẩm này có thể điều trị những vấn đề sức khỏe nào? Nghe / Xem và đọc để tìm hiểu.)

Natural Home Remedies

Instead of taking medicine, the next time you have a cold or a cough, you could try one of these natural remedies that are often found in your kitchen cupboards.

A. Ginger

People have used this spicy root for thousands of years as a natural remedy. It is the perfect treatment for sore throats and stomachaches. You can also use it before a trip if you suffer from travel sickness. Cook with it or try it in a tea.

B. Lavender

Are you feeling stressed or anxious? Perhaps you have a headache? You should try the herb lavender known for its calming effect. Drink it as a tea or apply it as an oil to help you relax. Caution though, you mustn't apply lavender oil directly as it will bother your skin. Instead, you must mix it with another oil before applying.

C. Turmeric

This bright yellow spice is part of many delicious recipes with its unique flavour. Turmeric naturally reduces pain from swelling, joint pain and arthritis. You should mix it with black pepper to get its full benefits.

D. Honey

Honey is a natural sweetener, but it is also a natural healer. Honey helps destroy bacteria and heal wounds. Put a little honey on a cut or a scratch and cover it with a plaster. Having trouble sleeping? Honey in warm tea or milk can help you sleep at night and it tastes so good!

E. Garlic

Throughout history people have used garlic to prevent illness. You may not like its strong smell, but eating garlic naturally boosts your immune system. Experts say garlic protects your heart and liver, and lowers your chance of getting many types of cancer. In order to get its full benefits, add raw garlic to salads and soups.

Multiple matching

• Read through the text to get the main idea. Read the questions and underline the key words.

• Scan the text and underline the parts related to the questions.

• Pay attention to the words in the text that are related to the key words because some information might be paraphrased.

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Nối các câu

• Đọc qua văn bản để nắm được ý chính. Đọc các câu hỏi và gạch chân các từ khóa.

• Đọc lướt qua văn bản và gạch chân những phần liên quan đến câu hỏi.

• Hãy chú ý đến các từ trong văn bản có liên quan đến các từ khóa vì một số thông tin có thể được diễn giải.

2. Read the text. For questions (1-5), choose from the texts (A-E).

(Đọc văn bản. Đối với câu hỏi (1-5), chọn từ các văn bản (A-E).)

Which remedy...

1 heals skin injuries?

2 can change your mood?

3 helps treat common illnesses?

4 lowers pain?

5 helps prevent diseases from developing?