Giải SGK, SBT Unit 1. People in history English Discovery

1. Look at the photos. Write their names in the blanks. What are these people well-known for?

(Nhìn vào những bức ảnh. Viết tên của họ vào chỗ trống. Những người này nổi tiếng vì điều gì?)

1. Look at the photos. Write their names in the blanks. What are these people well-known for?

(Nhìn vào những bức ảnh. Viết tên của họ vào chỗ trống. Những người này nổi tiếng vì điều gì?)

2. Listen to a dialogue between two students talking about one of the four people in Exercise 1. Who do they talk about?

(Nghe đoạn hội thoại giữa hai học sinh nói về một trong bốn người ở Bài tập 1. Họ nói về ai?)

3. Listen again and number the words 1 – 8 in the order you hear them.

(Nghe lại và đánh số các từ từ 1 đến 8 theo thứ tự bạn nghe được.)

1. Look at the pictures of book covers. What do you know about the work and its author?

(Nhìn vào hình ảnh bìa sách. Bạn biết gì về tác phẩm và tác giả của nó?)

2. Read the text below about Nguyễn Du and his famous work. Answer the following questions.

(Đọc đoạn văn dưới đây về Nguyễn Du và tác phẩm nổi tiếng của ông. Trả lời các câu hỏi sau.)

Nguyễn Du is one of the most famous Vietnamese authors. He is best known for his poem "The Tale of Kiều". Nguyễn Du wrote this work in the early 19th century. The poem tells the tragic story of a young woman named Kieu. It depicts the themes of love, sacrifice, loyalty and fate and also reveals the struggles of women in traditional Vietnamese society. Appreciating Nguyễn Du's artistic and poetic excellence and its historical and cultural importance, many readers have considered 'The Tale of Kiều" one of the greatest works of Vietnamese literature. Different generations of Vietnamese students have studied extracts of this poem over the last decades.

Tạm dịch:

Nguyễn Du là một trong những tác giả nổi tiếng nhất của Việt Nam. Ông được biết đến nhiều nhất qua bài thơ “Truyện Kiều”. Nguyễn Du viết tác phẩm này vào đầu thế kỷ 19. Bài thơ kể về câu chuyện bi thảm của cô gái trẻ tên Kiều. Nó mô tả các chủ đề về tình yêu, sự hy sinh, lòng trung thành và số phận, đồng thời bộc lộ cuộc đấu tranh của người phụ nữ trong xã hội Việt Nam truyền thống. Đánh giá cao sự xuất sắc về nghệ thuật, thơ ca của Nguyễn Du cũng như tầm quan trọng về lịch sử, văn hóa của tác phẩm, nhiều độc giả đã coi Truyện Kiều là một trong những tác phẩm vĩ đại nhất của văn học Việt Nam.

1. When did Nguyễn Du write the poem “The Tale of Kiều”?

(Nguyễn Du viết bài thơ “Truyện Kiều” vào thời điểm nào?)

2. What is "The Tale of Kiều" about?

(Truyện Kiều nói về điều gì?)

3. Why have many readers considered it a great piece of work?

(Tại sao nhiều độc giả coi đây là một tác phẩm tuyệt vời?)

3. Read the GRAMMAR FOCUS. Underline examples of the Present Perfect in the text. Circle examples of the Past Simple in the text.

(Đọc TRỌNG TÂM NGỮ PHÁP. Gạch chân các ví dụ về thì Hiện tại hoàn thành trong văn bản. Khoanh tròn các ví dụ về Quá khứ đơn trong văn bản.)

4. Choose the correct option A, B, C or D to complete each sentence below.

(Chọn phương án đúng A, B, C hoặc D để hoàn thành mỗi câu dưới đây.)

1. JK Rowling wrote / has written the Harry Potter series between 1997 and 2007.

2. The brilliant Harry Potter series sold / has sold over 600 million copies so far.

3. Children read / have read Charles Dickens' novels for many generations.

4. Charles Dickens wanted / has wanted children to have a better life.

5. Mark Twain's most successful stories took / have taken place in the southern part of the US.

6. For over a hundred years, Americans has / have enjoyed Mark Twain's humour and creative imagination.

5. Put the verbs in the correct form.

(Đặt các động từ ở dạng đúng.)

1. Nguyễn Nhật Ánh's books (be) ___________ popular among young readers in Việt Nam since the early 1990s.

2. Nguyễn Du (write) ___________ the famous poem The Tale of Kiều between 1802 and 1813.

3. Nam Cao (become) ___________ a well-known writer of short stories and novels at the age of 30.

4. Lê Minh Khuê's writing (focus) ___________ on the experiences of women and marginalized communities.

6. Work in pairs. Choose a Vietnamese author from one of your literature textbooks without mentioning his or her name. Tell your partner five facts about his/her life. Ask your partner to guess the author's name.

(Làm việc theo cặp. Chọn một tác giả Việt Nam từ một trong những cuốn sách giáo khoa văn học của bạn mà không nhắc đến tên của người đó. Nói với bạn của bạn năm sự thật về cuộc sống của anh ấy/cô ấy. Yêu cầu bạn của bạn đoán tên tác giả.)

A: He wrote "Comer of the courtyard and the sky." He was born in 1958.

(Ông ấy viết "Góc sân và khoảng trời." Ông sinh năm 1958.)

…

B: Is it Trần Đăng Khoa?

(Trần Đăng Khoa phải không?)

A: Yes, that’s correct!

(Vâng, đúng vậy!)

1. Look at the photo. What do you know about this man? Decide if the following statements are true or false. Write T (true) or F (false) in the blanks.

(Nhìn vào bức ảnh. Bạn biết gì về người đàn ông này? Quyết định xem các phát biểu sau đây là đúng hay sai. Viết T (đúng) hoặc F (sai) vào chỗ trống.)

1. Nguyễn Ngọc Ký could not use his legs.

(Nguyễn Ngọc Ký không thể sử dụng được đôi chân của mình.)

2. His parents taught him how to write.

(Cha mẹ ông dạy ông viết.)

3. He was quite confident.

(Ông ấy khá tự tin.)

4. He won a maths contest in 1992.

(Ông ấy đã thắng một cuộc thi toán năm 1992.)

5. He won an award for being a good teacher.

(Ông ấy đã giành được giải thưởng là một giáo viên giỏi.)

2. Listen to a radio interview about a well-known teacher. Check your answers to Exercise 1. Then read the questions and choose the correct answer.

(Nghe một cuộc phỏng vấn trên đài phát thanh về một giáo viên nổi tiếng. Kiểm tra câu trả lời của bạn ở Bài tập 1. Sau đó đọc câu hỏi và chọn câu trả lời đúng.)

1. What have people found Nguyễn Ngọc Ký to be?

(Người ta thấy Nguyễn Ngọc Ký là người như thế nào?)

A. a responsible teacher (một giáo viên có trách nhiệm)

B. a lazy writer (một nhà văn lười biếng)

C. an inspiring teacher (một giáo viên đầy cảm hứng)

2. Which word best describes Ký as a student?

(Từ nào miêu tả đúng nhất Ký khi còn là học sinh?)

A. competitive (cạnh tranh)

B. indolent (lười biếng)

C. violent (bạo lực)

3. How did Ký feel towards learning to write?

(Ký cảm thấy thế nào khi học viết?)

A. artistic (nghệ thuật)

B. patient (kiên nhẫn)

C. responsible (chịu trách nhiệm)

4. What did Ký become after graduating from university?

(Ký sau khi tốt nghiệp đại học đã trở thành người như thế nào?)

A. a celebrity (một người nổi tiếng)

B. a doctor (một bác sĩ)

C. a teacher (một giáo viên)

5. What kind of problems d s did he face later in life?

(Sau này anh ấy gặp phải những vấn đề gì trong cuộc sống?)

A. poverty (nghèo đói)

B. health (sức khỏe)

C. loneliness (sự cô đơn)

VOCABULARY FOCUS (TẬP TRUNG TỪ VỰNG)

Describing people (Miêu tả người)

competitive (cạnh tranh)

determination (sự quyết tâm)

confident (tự tin)

responsible (chịu trách nhiệm)

inspiration (cảm hứng)

dedication (sự cống hiến)

disability (khuyết tật)

3. Listen to the interview again. Complete the answers to the following questions by filling each blank with ONE word or a number.

(Nghe lại cuộc phỏng vấn. Hoàn thành câu trả lời cho các câu hỏi sau bằng cách điền vào mỗi chỗ trống MỘT từ hoặc một số.)

1. What was Nguyễn Ngọc Ký’s disability?

(Nguyễn Ngọc Ký bị khuyết tật gì?)

He lost the use of his _______.

(Ông ấy đã mất khả năng sử dụng _______ của mình.)

2. Why did Ký do well in school?

(Tại sao Ký học giỏi ở trường?)

He was ______ and _______.

(Ông ấy đã ______ và _______)

3. What place did he win in a maths competition?

(Ông ấy đã giành được vị trí nào trong một cuộc thi toán?)

He won _______ place.

(Ông ấy đã giành được vị trí _______)

4. Where did Ký graduate from?

(Ký tốt nghiệp ở đâu?)

He graduated from ________ University.

(Ông ấy tốt nghiệp Đại học ________.)

5. How many works did Ký write?

(Ký đã viết bao nhiêu tác phẩm?)

He authored over __________ works.

(Ông là tác giả của __________ tác phẩm.)

6. What was he a model of?

(Ông ấy là hình mẫu của cái gì?)

He was a model of _________.

(Anh ấy là hình mẫu của _________.)

4. What did you learn from the story about Nguyễn Ngọc Ký? Share your ideas with your friend.

(Qua câu chuyện Nguyễn Ngọc Ký bạn học được điều gì? Chia sẻ ý tưởng của bạn với bạn bè của bạn.)

I thought his story was very inspirational. It made me want to study harder.

(Tôi nghĩ câu chuyện của ông ấy rất truyền cảm hứng. Nó khiến tôi muốn học tập chăm chỉ hơn.)

PRONUNCIATION FOCUS: HOMOPHONES

(Trọng tâm phát âm: Từ đồng âm)

Homophones are two words that sound the same but are spelt differently and have different meanings. Use context to figure out which one the speaker is using.

(Từ đồng âm là hai từ có âm thanh giống nhau nhưng được đánh vần khác nhau và có ý nghĩa khác nhau. Sử dụng ngữ cảnh để tìm hiểu xem người nói đang sử dụng ngữ cảnh nào.)

5. Listen and choose the correct word.

(Nghe và chọn từ đúng.)

1. I didn't mean to _________ the window. I’m sorry. BREAK / BRAKE

2. Did you __________  the good news about the party? HERE / HEAR

3. I want to get some more cake __________. TWO / TOO

4. It looks like we're going to have great __________ today. WHETHER / WEATHER

5. Please give me the __________ thing. WHOLE / HOLE

6. __________ computer looks a bit old. YOUR / YOU'RE

6.  Listen and complete the sentences with the correct words from the box below.

(Nghe và hoàn thành câu với những từ đúng trong khung bên dưới.)

1. I don't __________ anyone with a disability.

2. It was an inspiration to me that she _________ the contest.

3. He has a lot more dedication __________             I do.

4. ___________ determination to win made me feel proud.

5. She felt responsible to _________ a new plate.

6. I feel responsible and can __________ that we lost the game.

1. For each adjective below, add a discipline and a person. Add any other science word families that you know.

(Với mỗi tính từ dưới đây, hãy thêm một môn học và một người. Thêm bất kỳ họ từ khoa học nào khác mà bạn biết.)

2. Read the text quickly. What do the bold words mean? What do the underlined phrases mean?

(Đọc văn bản một cách nhanh chóng. Những từ in đậm có nghĩa là gì? Những cụm từ được gạch chân có nghĩa là gì?)

FEMALE SCIENTISTS Changing The World

In any web search for the world's famous scientists, Marie Curie always receives a mention. Curie, a Polish and naturalised French physicist and chemist, discovered radiation, helped apply it in the field of X-rays and coined the term radioactivity. She made a huge contribution to science, but was one of the very few women who gained the recognition they deserved.

Science was man's world in the nineteenth century. And yet, Mary Anning became an expert in fossils and geology. Coming from a poor family, she collected fossils on the beach and sold them to make a little money. She found fossils of complete marine reptiles that became extinct over 100 million years ago. She gained the respect of scientists, but living in an era when women weren't allowed to vote or attend university, she was not Geological Society of London.

A hundred years later, conditions were still difficult for female scientists. Rosalind Franklin, a chemist born in 1920, was part of a team who discovered the molecular structure of DNA. Tragically, she died aged thirty-seven, four years before her fellow scientists, all men, were awarded the Nobel Prize in 1962. They made no reference to Franklin in their acceptance speech.

In cases where women's achievements were recognised, we still find evidence of discrimination in the way these were reported in the press. When the brilliant chemist Dorothy Hodgkin was awarded the Nobel Prize in 1964 for discovering the molecular structure of penicillin and vitamin B12, the paper headline was Oxford Housewife Wins Nobel. In fact, this housewife was also a professor at Oxford University. Today, the gender gap in the world of science is slowly closing and there are many female scientists inspiring new generations of girls to study scientific subjects. But there are still some ways to go for women to be equally represented in science.

3. Read the text again. What scientists are mentioned and what are their fields of study? What do they have in common?

(Đọc lại văn bản. Những nhà khoa học nào được đề cập và lĩnh vực nghiên cứu của họ là gì? Họ có đặc điểm gì chung?)

4. Read the text again. Decide whether the following sentences are true (T) or false (F).

(Đọc lại văn bản. Quyết định xem những câu sau đây là đúng (T) hay sai (F).)

1. Marie Curie first coined the term radioactivity.

(Marie Curie lần đầu tiên đặt ra thuật ngữ phóng xạ.)

2. Mary Anning was allowed to join the Geological Society of London despite living in an era when women weren't allowed to vote or attend university.

(Mary Anning được phép gia nhập Hiệp hội Địa chất Luân Đôn mặc dù đang sống trong thời đại mà phụ nữ không được phép bầu cử hoặc học đại học.)

3. Rosalind Franklin was awarded the Nobel Prize in 1962.

(Rosalind Franklin được trao giải Nobel năm 1962.)

4. The male scientists who were awarded the Nobel Prize did not mention Rosalind Franklin in their acceptance speech.

(Các nhà khoa học nam được trao giải Nobel đã không nhắc đến Rosalind Franklin trong bài phát biểu nhận giải.)

5. The paper headline 'Oxford Housewife Wins Nobel' did not acknowledge Dorothy Hodgkin's work as a professor.

(Tiêu đề bài báo 'Bà nội trợ Oxford đoạt giải Nobel' không thừa nhận công việc của Dorothy Hodgkin với tư cách là một giáo sư.)

6. There is no longer a gender gap in the world of science.

(Không còn khoảng cách giới tính trong thế giới khoa học.)

5. Work in groups. Discuss:

(Làm việc theo nhóm. Bàn luận:)

1. Does a gender gap exist in different professions in Việt Nam? Why not?

(Có tồn tại khoảng cách giới trong các ngành nghề khác nhau ở Việt Nam không? Tại sao không?)

2. What are some examples where a gender gap exists/does not exist?

(Một số ví dụ về khoảng cách giới tồn tại/không tồn tại là gì?)

1. Read the text about the life of Lien's grandmother. Write T (true) or F (false) next to each statement below.

(Đọc đoạn văn về cuộc đời của bà ngoại Liên. Viết T (đúng) hoặc F (sai) bên cạnh mỗi câu dưới đây.)

My grandmother had an interesting life. At age five, her parents died, so she grew up in an orphanage. Life became harder and harder in the orphanage, so she left at the age of 14 to become a cook in a big city. As the years passed, more and more cooks were searching for jobs. She started making her own creative dishes and the restaurant she worked at became more and more famous. The harder she worked, the more successful she became. Unfortunately, she was the victim of a violent attack and could no longer cook. She remained determined and thought out of the box. She then started a program to help others with disabilities. Today, her foundation helps over 100 people in our city.

1. Liên's grandmother lived with her parents after age 5.

(Bà của Liên sống với bố mẹ sau 5 tuổi.)

2. She left the orphanage at age 14.

(Bà rời trại trẻ mồ côi năm 14 tuổi.)

3. She moved to a big city.

(Bà ấy chuyển đến một thành phố lớn.)

4. She became famous as a restaurant owner.

(Bà ấy trở nên nổi tiếng với tư cách là chủ nhà hàng.)

5. She was a victim of an attack.

(Bà ấy là nạn nhân của một cuộc tấn công.)

6. She now has a foundation that helps people.

(Hiện bà ấy có một quỹ chuyên giúp đỡ mọi người.)

2. Read the GRAMMAR FOCUS. Underline these structures from the text in Exercise 1.

(Đọc TRỌNG TÂM NGỮ PHÁP. Hãy gạch dưới những cấu trúc này trong bài tập 1.)

3. Choose the correct option A, B, C or D to fill in the blanks.

(Chọn đáp án đúng A, B, C hoặc D để điền vào chỗ trống.)

(1) _________ today want to do work that benefits their community, like being a teacher, nurse, or policeman. Unfortunately, these professions seem to be getting (2) ________  recognition over the years. Instead, students prefer well business or tech. Successful people are becoming (3) _________. They also frequently make headlines, and our society finds them an inspiration. But community workers play an important role in our daily lives. The (4a) ___________ our community becomes, the (4b) ____________ we rely upon them.

1.

A. Fewer and fewer students

B. More and more students

C. Few and few students

D. Less and less students

2.

A. more and more

B. fewer and fewer

C. less and less

D. less

3.

A. not as famous

B. more and more famous

C. less famous

D. most and most famous

4.

A. large/greater

B. larger/more

C. larger/most

D.large/more

4. Rewrite the sentences so they have the same meaning. The first one is given as an example.

(Viết lại câu sao cho nghĩa tương tự. Cái đầu tiên được đưa ra làm ví dụ.)

1. It is becoming increasingly more difficult to find confident students.

(Ngày càng khó tìm được những học sinh tự tin.)

It's becoming harder and harder to find confident students.

(Việc tìm được những học sinh tự tin ngày càng trở nên khó khăn hơn.)

2. An increasing number of authors are learning how to be more creative.

(Ngày càng có nhiều tác giả học cách sáng tạo hơn.)

3. A growing number of brilliant scientists are coming from India.

(Ngày càng có nhiều nhà khoa học xuất sắc đến từ Ấn Độ.)

4. As your determination increases so does the likelihood of your success.

(Khi quyết tâm của bạn tăng lên thì khả năng thành công của bạn cũng tăng lên.)

5. As contests become increasingly competitive, the amount of dedication required to win also increases.

(Khi các cuộc thi ngày càng trở nên cạnh tranh, mức độ cống hiến cần thiết để giành chiến thắng cũng tăng lên.)

5. Complete the mind-map about the life story of a person in your family. Then use it to share information about his/her life with your partner. Remember to use repeated and double comparatives.

(Hoàn thành sơ đồ tư duy về câu chuyện cuộc đời của một người trong gia đình bạn. Sau đó, hãy sử dụng nó để chia sẻ thông tin về cuộc sống của anh ấy/cô ấy với bạn đời của bạn. Hãy nhớ sử dụng so sánh lặp lại và so sánh kép.)

1. Look at the pictures A and B. Which scientists do these pictures remind you of?

(Nhìn vào bức tranh A và B. Những bức tranh này làm bạn nhớ đến nhà khoa học nào?)

2. Listen and read the dialogue. Complete the blanks.

(Nghe và đọc đoạn hội thoại. Hoàn thành các khoảng trống.)

Gary: Who's your favorite scientist? But first try to guess mine.

Huong: OK. What is he (1) __________?

Gary: It's not a man. It's a woman, and she was one of the first people to investigate radioactivity. She was so (2) ______ her research that she was the first woman to win a Nobel Prize. She is also (3) _______ being the first person to win two Nobel Prizes.

Huong: I'm not sure who it is. But I'll tell you mine and you try to guess who he is.

Gary:Fine

Huong: I am grateful for this person because he is Huong (4) ________ the theory of natural selection. Are you _________ evolution?

Gary: Sure. Everyone is.

Huong: He is considered by some as the father of evolutionary theory.

Gary: I know who it is. Is it Isaac Newton?

Huong: No. Try again. Like Newton he was English, but he sailed to some islands to get information for his theory. Guess who it is?

3. Complete the sentences with the correct preposition FOR and WITH.

(Hoàn thành câu với giới từ đúng FOR và WITH.)

1. Einstein is famous ___________ his Theory of Relativity.

2. Which gifted astronomer is associated ________ galaxies beyond the Milky Way?

3. Are you familiar _________ the quantum theory?

4. Thomas Edison is renowned ________ of the light bulb.

5. Most talented scientists are respected _______ their dedication to their work.

6. The teacher was grateful ________ the enthusiastic response from her students.

7. The artist was pleased _________ the positive feedback he received for his latest painting.

8. The athlete was disappointed ______ the lack of support he received for his championship bid.

4. Choose the correct option below to fill in the blanks.

(Chọn phương án đúng dưới đây để điền vào chỗ trống.)

Alexander Fleming was a Scottish doctor. He is his (1) _______ discovery of penicillin, which was the first drug that could effectively fight virus infections.

Galileo is (2) _______  his work in astronomy. He discovered that some other planets in our solar system have moons which orbit them. He is also (3) _______ the discovery of gravity.

People (4) _______ calculus may know about Isaac Newton. This English scientist is (5) _______ his understanding of the laws of motion and as the inventor of calculus.

1.

A. renowned for

B. respected for

C. associated with

D. familiar with

2.

A. famous for

B. respected for

C. associated with

D. familiar with

3.

A. famous for

B. renowned for

C. respected for

D. associated with

4.

A. famous for

B. renowned for

C. respected for

D. familiar with

5.

A. famous for

B. respected for

C. associated with

D. familiar with

5. Choose the correct option.         

(Chọn phương án đúng.)

1. John Dalton is associated with / for introducing the atomic theory into chemistry.

2. Niels Bohr was respected with / for his work in physics.

3. Malala Yousafzai is grateful for / by the support she received from people all around the world.

4. Beyoncé was pleased at /with the commercial success of her latest album.

5. Serena Williams was disappointed by / with her performance in the final match of the 2018 US Open.

6. I think Nikola Tesla is now more famous with / for his work than he was 30 years ago.

7. Archimedes is renowned with / for his scientific discoveries in Ancient Greek.

8. Pythagoras was not familiar with / for either algebra or calculus.

6. Describe the life of a scientist you admire. Use the adjectives and prepositions in Exercise 2.

(Hãy mô tả cuộc đời của một nhà khoa học mà bạn ngưỡng mộ. Sử dụng các tính từ và giới từ trong Bài tập 2.)

1. Look at the photos. Do you know these albums by Taylor Swift? When were these albums created? What is your favourite song in each album?

(Nhìn vào các bức ảnh. Bạn có biết những album này của Taylor Swift không? Những album này được tạo ra khi nào? Bài hát yêu thích của bạn trong mỗi album là gì?)

2. Read and answer the questions.

(Đọc và trả lời câu hỏi.)

Taylor Swift is an American singer and songwriter. She was born in 1989 in Pennsylvania. While only 9 years old, she became interested in musical theatre and performed in a youth theatre. Later she became more interested in country music, so she started performing at local events.

At age 14, her family moved to Nashville, where she became a songwriter of country songs. Her songs made headlines and people noticed how talented she was. She was so successful that her country songs were the first to make it to the top of the US pop charts. Generally country music never makes it to the top of the US pop charts.

Over the years, she has become famous for her unique musical style and showmanship. She also directed music videos and films. The more popular she became, the greater the number of roles she took on. For example, she directed documentaries and even played roles in films and TV shows.

Currently, she has sold over 200 million records globally and is one of the best-selling musicians in history.

Many people regard her as a prominent cultural figure. Reporters consider her polite and open personality to be a key reason for her success.

1. Where is Taylor Swift from?

(Taylor Swift đến từ đâu?)

2. When was she born?

(Cô ấy sinh ra khi nào?)

3. At what age did she become interested in theatre?

(Cô ấy bắt đầu quan tâm đến sân khấu ở tuổi nào?)

4. What kind of music was she first interested in?

(Lần đầu tiên cô ấy thích thể loại nhạc nào?)

5. Where did she move to when she was a teen?

(Cô ấy đã chuyển đến đâu khi còn là thiếu niên?)

6. What type of works was she a director of?

(Cô ấy là đạo diễn của loại tác phẩm nào?)

7. How many records has she sold globally?

(Cô ấy đã bán được bao nhiêu đĩa trên toàn cầu?)

8. How can her personality be described?

(Tính cách của cô ấy có thể được mô tả như thế nào?)

3. Read the WRITING FOCUS. Which of the following does the biography about Taylor Swift include? Tick(X).

(Đọc TẬP TRUNG VIẾT. Tiểu sử về Taylor Swift bao gồm những điều nào sau đây? Đánh dấu(X).)

WRITING FOCUS (TẬP TRUNG VIẾT)

Biography checklist (Danh sách kiểm tra tiểu sử)

The person's name

(Tên của người đó)

Place and year of birth

(Nơi và năm sinh)

How he/she got started singing

(Anh ấy/cô ấy bắt đầu ca hát như thế nào)

How his/her career developed

(Sự nghiệp của anh ấy/cô ấy phát triển như thế nào)

The different types of work he / she has done

(Các loại công việc khác nhau mà anh ấy / cô ấy đã làm)

Special projects or awards he / she received

(Các dự án hoặc giải thưởng đặc biệt mà anh ấy / cô ấy nhận được)

His/Her family life

(Cuộc sống gia đình của Anh ấy/Cô ấy)

4. Read the LANGUAGE FOCUS. Find the expressions in the biography about Taylor Swift.

(Đọc TẬP TRUNG NGÔN NGỮ. Tìm những cách diễn đạt trong tiểu sử về Taylor Swift.)

LANGUAGE FOCUS (NGÔN NGỮ TRỌNG TÂM)

1. Introducing the famous singer

(Giới thiệu ca sĩ nổi tiếng)

… was a … (… là một…)

He/She was born on … in …

(Anh ấy/Cô ấy sinh vào ngày…vào…)

2. Describing early life and background

(Mô tả cuộc sống ban đầu và hoàn cảnh)

In their formative years, he / she became interested in...

(Trong những năm hình thành của họ, anh ấy / cô ấy bắt đầu quan tâm đến...)

At age, he/she displayed remarkable talents in…

(Ở tuổi này, anh ấy/cô ấy đã thể hiện tài năng vượt trội trong…)

At a young age, it was clear that he/she possessed…

(Khi còn trẻ, rõ ràng là anh ấy/cô ấy đã sở hữu…)

3. Highlighting achievements and contributions

(Nêu bật những thành tựu và đóng góp)

She/He was so successful that…

(Cô ấy/anh ấy đã thành công đến mức…)

Notably, he/she achieved... at a young age.

(Đáng chú ý là anh/cô ấy đã đạt được... khi còn trẻ.)

She/He has become famous for…

(Cô ấy/Anh ấy đã trở nên nổi tiếng vì…)

He/She is one of the best-selling.../ most well-known... in history.

(Anh ấy/Cô ấy là một trong những.../ nổi tiếng nhất... bán chạy nhất trong lịch sử.)

4. Summarizing the overall significance

(Tóm tắt ý nghĩa tổng thể)

In summary, he/she was a prominent ...who…

(Tóm lại, anh ấy/cô ấy là một ...người… nổi bật.)

Through his/her remarkable achievements, he/she was considered as ...

(Với những thành tích nổi bật của mình, anh/cô ấy được đánh giá là ...)

5. Write a biography (180-200 words) of a famous singer you admire. Use the biography checklist in Exercise 3 and useful language in Exercise 4 to help.

(Viết tiểu sử (180-200 từ) của một ca sĩ nổi tiếng mà bạn ngưỡng mộ. Sử dụng danh sách kiểm tra tiểu sử trong Bài tập 3 và ngôn ngữ hữu ích trong Bài tập 4 để trợ giúp.)

1. In pairs, ask and answer: What do you know about these musicians?

(Theo cặp, hỏi và trả lời: Bạn biết gì về những nhạc sĩ này?)

2. Listen to the dialogue. Answer the questions.

(Nghe đoạn hội thoại. Trả lời các câu hỏi.)

1. Why was Mozart's father upset with him?

(Tại sao cha của Mozart lại khó chịu với ông?)

2. Why did Mozart find it hard to find a job?

(Tại sao Mozart khó tìm được việc làm?)

3. What was so impressive about Mozart?

(Mozart có gì ấn tượng đến vậy?)

3. Read the SPEAKING FOCUS. List the paraphrasing parts that you can hear in the dialogue.

(Đọc TẬP TRUNG NÓI. Liệt kê các phần diễn giải mà bạn có thể nghe thấy trong đoạn hội thoại.)

SPEAKING FOCUS (TẬP TRUNG NÓI)

How to paraphrase while speaking (Cách diễn đạt khi nói)

1. Use synonyms

(Sử dụng từ đồng nghĩa)

I have a smart father => I have an intelligent father.

(Tôi có một người cha thông minh. => Tôi có một người cha thông minh.)

A: What made him special?

(Điều gì khiến anh ấy trở nên đặc biệt?)

B: He is considered unique because…

(Anh ấy được coi là độc nhất bởi vì…)

2. Change word forms

(Thay đổi dạng từ)

That's a violent city => That city has a lot of violence.

(Đó là một thành phố bạo lực => Thành phố đó có rất nhiều bạo lực.)

3. Change the grammar structures

(Thay đổi cấu trúc ngữ pháp)

I chose this job => This job was chosen.

(Tôi đã chọn công việc này => Công việc này đã được chọn.)

He spent much of his childhood travelling around Europe to perform music. → He travelled around Europe to perform music throughout his childhood.

(Anh ấy đã dành phần lớn thời thơ ấu của mình để đi khắp châu Âu để biểu diễn âm nhạc. → Anh ấy đã đi khắp Châu Âu để biểu diễn âm nhạc trong suốt thời thơ ấu của mình.)

4. Choose four sentences from the dialogue. Write them in the left column. Use paraphrasing techniques from the SPEAKING FOCUS to rewrite the sentences. The first one is given as an example. Then share with a partner.

(Chọn bốn câu từ đoạn hội thoại. Viết chúng vào cột bên trái. Sử dụng kỹ thuật diễn giải từ TẬP TRUNG NÓI để viết lại câu. Cái đầu tiên được đưa ra làm ví dụ. Sau đó chia sẻ với một đối tác.)

5. Work in pairs. Students A reads Text 1. Student B reads Text 2 on page 116. Ask and answer about your partner's musician to complete the table. Use the paraphrasing techniques when answering the questions.

(Làm việc theo cặp. Học sinh A đọc Văn bản 1. Học sinh B đọc Văn bản 2 trang 116. Hỏi và trả lời về nhạc sĩ của bạn cùng lớp để hoàn thành bảng. Sử dụng các kỹ thuật diễn giải khi trả lời các câu hỏi.)

Text 1 Nguyễn Ánh 9

Nguyễn Anh 9 was bom in 1940 in Ninh Thuận Province, Việt Nam. At the age of 18, he became friends with Nguyễn Hoàng who helped him get into the music industry. He had musical talent, so he went to work for a radio program in Sai Gon called "Students' Voice". During this time, he also played the piano at discotheques. 1. Later in his career, he played the piano for a number of shows and wrote the soundtracks for some movies. He also wrote some popular songs. At the age of 76, he died in 2016.

(Văn bản 1 Nguyễn Ánh 9

Nguyễn Anh 9 sinh năm 1940 tại tỉnh Ninh Thuận, Việt Nam. Năm 18 tuổi, ông kết bạn với Nguyễn Hoàng, người đã giúp ông dấn thân vào lĩnh vực âm nhạc. Ông có năng khiếu âm nhạc nên đi làm cho một đài phát thanh ở Sài Gòn mang tên "Giọng Học Sinh". Trong thời gian này, ông còn chơi piano tại vũ trường. 1. Sau này trong sự nghiệp của mình, ông ấy chơi piano cho một số chương trình và viết nhạc phim cho một số bộ phim. Ông cũng viết một số bài hát nổi tiếng. Ở tuổi 76, ông qua đời năm 2016.)

1. Read the descriptions and choose the best pair of words that describe the person.

(Đọc phần mô tả và chọn cặp từ đúng nhất mô tả người đó.)

1. Minh never misses a game. In fact, he can't wait until Sunday comes each week so he can compete. He usually wins, but when he loses, he's not in a good mood.

(Minh không bao giờ bỏ lỡ một trận đấu nào. Trên thực tế, anh ấy nóng lòng đợi đến Chủ nhật hàng tuần để có thể thi đấu. Anh ấy thường thắng, nhưng khi thua, anh ấy lại có tâm trạng không tốt.)

a competitive / anxious (sự cạnh tranh/lo lắng)

b indolent / patient (lười biếng / kiên nhẫn)

c responsible / intellectual (có trách nhiệm / trí tuệ)

2 Thuỷ has won many painting competitions. Her paintings use bright colours and are very strange.

(Thủy đã đạt giải cao trong nhiều cuộc thi vẽ tranh. Tranh của cô sử dụng màu sắc tươi sáng và rất lạ.)

a responsible / intelligent (có trách nhiệm/thông minh)

b artistic / creative (nghệ thuật / sáng tạo)

c dedication / determination (sự cống hiến / quyết tâm)

3 Huong learns physics on her own by watching YouTube videos. She doesn't like to study with others. She is also learning Japanese online.

(Hương tự học vật lý bằng cách xem video trên YouTube. Cô ấy không thích học cùng người khác. Cô ấy cũng đang học tiếng Nhật trực tuyến.)

a gifted / independent (có năng khiếu/độc lập)

b artistic / creative (nghệ thuật / sáng tạo)

c indolent / patient (lười biếng / kiên nhẫn)

4 Đức never gets upset. He doesn't like to work hard but nothing seems to bother him.

(Đức không bao giờ buồn bã. Anh ấy không thích làm việc chăm chỉ nhưng dường như không có gì khiến anh ấy bận tâm.)

a responsible / intelligent (có trách nhiệm/thông minh)

b indolent / patient (lười biếng / kiên nhẫn)

c anxious / competitive(lo lắng / cạnh tranh)

5 Duong always does his assignments on time. He learns very quickly and adults never have to ask him to do things twice.

(Dương luôn làm bài tập đúng giờ. Bé học rất nhanh và người lớn không bao giờ phải yêu cầu bé làm việc gì đó hai lần.)

a gifted / independent (có năng khiếu/độc lập)

b responsible / intellectual (có trách nhiệm / trí tuệ)

c artistic / creative (nghệ thuật / sáng tạo)

6 Linh worked very hard for years to be able to attend the Olympic games.

(Linh đã tập luyện rất chăm chỉ trong nhiều năm để có thể tham dự Thế vận hội Olympic.)

a responsible / intellectual (có trách nhiệm/ trí thức)

b indolent / patient (lười biếng / kiên nhẫn)

c dedication / determination (sự cống hiến / quyết tâm)

2 Fill in the blanks using words/phrases from two of the boxes below.

(Điền vào chỗ trống bằng cách sử dụng các từ/cụm từ trong hai ô bên dưới.)

associated                    contribution to                        make                                   gain

grateful                        think outside

headlines                     make a                                     recognition                         the box

for                               with

1 He will _______ __________ if he wins the contest.

2 Galileo was able to ______ ________astronomy in the 1600's.

3 Great scientific discoveries are often made when people _____ _______.

4 I was ________ ________ the science club for 3 years.

5 She was _______ _________ receiving the award.

6 His new discovery will ______ ________ throughout the world.

3. Complete the sentences using the clues given. You may need to add words or change word forms.

(Hoàn thành câu sử dụng những gợi ý cho sẵn. Bạn có thể cần thêm từ hoặc thay đổi dạng từ.)

1 William / recently / gain / recognition / his / work / in biology.

2 We have / no / have / access to / the Internet / for days.

3 Trương Bửu Lâm's / books / have / make / a contribution to / the history of / Vietnamese nationalism.

4 She / make / headlines / when she / discover / the new drug /to cure / heart disease.

5 I / do / not / compete in / the swimming competition / when I / be younger.

4. Circle the best choice to complete the sentences.

(Khoanh tròn vào lựa chọn đúng nhất để hoàn thành các câu.)

1 The gifted students think the exam questions are getting easier and easier / easy and easy every year.

2 Few and few / Fewer and fewer students with disabilities are living with their parents; rather they are living independently.

3 It's becoming more and more difficulty / difficult to gain recognition for your creative work.

4 The more examples you see, the easier / less easier it is to think outside the box.

5 The older he gets, the more lazy / lazier he becomes.

5. Listen to a talk about a scientist from Việt Nam. Label the events from 1-4.

(Nghe bài nói chuyện về một nhà khoa học đến từ Việt Nam. Dán nhãn các sự kiện từ 1-4.)

a She took a job in England.

(Cô ấy đã nhận được một công việc ở Anh.)

b She graduated from Việt Nam National University.

(Cô tốt nghiệp Đại học Quốc gia Việt Nam.)

c She moved to the USA.

(Cô ấy đã chuyển đến Mỹ.)

d She completed her master's degree in the Netherlands.

(Cô ấy đã hoàn thành bằng thạc sĩ ở Hà Lan.)

6. Listen to the talk in Exercise 5 again and take notes. Then summarize it for a partner. Use some of the paraphrasing techniques from the SPEAKING FOCUS in lesson 1.8.

(Nghe lại bài nói ở Bài tập 5 và ghi chép. Sau đó tóm tắt nó cho đối tác. Sử dụng một số kỹ thuật diễn giải từ TẬP TRUNG NÓI trong bài 1.8.)

Nguyễn Thị Kim Thanh grew up in Việt Nam.

(Nguyễn Thị Kim Thanh lớn lên ở Việt Nam.)

= Nguyễn Thị Kim Thanh was raised in Việt Nam.

(Nguyễn Thị Kim Thanh lớn lên ở Việt Nam.)

1. Match the pictures with the words in the box.

(Nối các bức ảnh với các từ trong hộp.)

2. Complete the crossword.

(Hoàn thành ô chữ sau.)

DOWN

1. showing a natural talent or pleasure in art

2. involving or caused by physical force that is intended to hurt somebody

3. able to create new and original ideas

4. able to wait calmly and without complaint

6. very educated and interested in activities that involve the thinking process

ACROSS

5. very intelligent or talented

7. lazy and unwilling to work or exert oneself

8. having achieved what one has set out to do

3. Choose the word that best completes each sentence.

(Chọn từ hợp nhất để hoàn thành mỗi câu sau.)

1. The young girl's _____ talent was shown in her detailed and colorful paintings.

A. artistic                    

B. intellectual             

C. successful

2. Hồ Chí Minh was among the greatest political and _____ leaders of all time.

A. artistic                    

B. intellectual             

C. indolent

3. Her _____ attitude towards the project made her teammates struggle with the heavy workload.

A. brilliant                  

B. indolent                  

C. intellectual

4. The scientist's _____ discovery transformed the field of medicine.

A. patient                    

B. artistic                    

C. brilliant

5. The _____ protestors have caused big chaos for several days, forcing the government to deal with their concerns.

A. violent                   

B. creative                  

C. intellectual

6. The teacher was _____ as she explained the complicated physical theory in detail to her students.

A. indolent                 

B. patient                    

C. successful

7. With two Nobel Prizes in chemistry and physics, Marie Curie was one of the most _____female scientists in history.

A. brilliant                  

B. creative                  

C. successful

8. The Wright brothers used their _____ minds to design the first successful airplane.

A. creative                  

B. patient                    

C. indolent

4. Circle the correct option.

(Khoanh tròn đáp án đúng.)

1. Researchers at the university now have/reach access to a powerful new technology.

2. The ability to think outside the mold/box leads to fascinating business ideas.

3. Hans Uppershey’s invention of the telescope made/got a huge contribution to human deeper understanding of the universe.

4. The discovery of penicillin by Alexander Fleming in 1928 made spotlight/headlines all over the world.

5. Martin Luther King Jr.'s commitment to civil rights helped him gain/take the recognition as a significant figure in the fight for equality.

5. The collocations in bold are used in the wrong sentences. Put those collocations in the correct sentences.

(Các cụm từ cố định in đậm được dùng sai trong các câu sau. Xếp những cụm từ cố định trên vào đúng câu.)

1. Pablo Picasso's unique artistic style finally thought outside the box after his unique painting Les Demoiselles d’Avignon was displayed in a gallery in Paris.

(Phong cách nghệ thuật độc đáo của Pablo Picasso cuối cùng đã vượt ra ngoài khuôn khổ sau khi bức tranh độc đáo Les Demoiselles d’Avignon của ông được trưng bày tại một phòng trưng bày ở Paris.)

2. As a student at the Monash university, Mai makes a huge contribution to vast resources of academic journals and databases.

(Là một sinh viên tại trường đại học Monash, Mai đã đóng góp rất lớn vào nguồn tài nguyên khổng lồ của các tạp chí và cơ sở dữ liệu học thuật.)

3. The invention of the printing press had access to the development of modern communication.

(Phát minh ra máy in đã tiếp cận được sự phát triển của truyền thông hiện đại.)

4 Nguyễn Thị Ánh Viên's record-breaking performance in the National Sports Games in 2022 gained recognition in all the major news outlets.

(Thành tích phá kỷ lục của Nguyễn Thị Ánh Viên tại Đại hội Thể thao Toàn quốc năm 2022 đã được tất cả các hãng thông tấn lớn công nhận.)

5. To overcome this obstacle, we need to make headlines and explore new possibilities.

(Để vượt qua trở ngại này, chúng ta cần phải tạo nên những tiêu đề và khám phá những khả năng mới.)

6. Fill in the blank with a suitable word with the number of letters and the first letter given.

(Điền một từ thích hợp vào chỗ trống với số từ và chứ cái đầu tiên đã được cho trước.)

Born in 1863 in Michigan, the USA, Henry Ford spent most of his life making (1) h _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ with his groundbreaking ideas in the automobile industry.

Celebrated as both a technological genius and a (2) b _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ inventor, Ford was ahead of his time in foreseeing a future where everyone, not just the rich, could own a car. There came his (3) c _ _ _ _ _ _ _ innovation of the assembly line, which allowed for mass production and thereby made cars affordable to millions of US citizens.

Ford gained (4) r _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ as one of the most successful businessmen all over the world. His courage to take risks and the ability to think (5) o _ _ _ _ _ _ the b _ _ made a huge (6) c _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ to the economic and social prosperity of the modern USA.

1. Choose the correct answer A, B, or C.

1. William Shakespeare _____ many brilliant plays during his lifetime.

A. wrote                      B. have written            C. has written

2. For ages, Williams Shakespeare _____ considered the most influential writer in the English language.

A. was                         B. have been               C. has been

3. I _____ the legendary Harry Potter series several times without getting bored.

A. read                        B. have read                C. has read

4. Vietnamese poet Hàn Mặc Tử _____ recognition for his "mad" writing style over the years.

A. gained                     B. have gained            C. has gained

5. Charles Dickens and his literary works _____ great popularity in the 19^th century.

A. enjoyed                   B. have enjoyed          C. has enjoyed

6. Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice _____ a strong impression on me since I first read it at the age of 12.

A. left                          B. have left                  C. has left

7. Leo Tolstoy _____ his successful novel "War and Peace" in 1869.

A. completed              B. have completed      C. has completed

2. Choose the correct answer. (Chọn đáp án đúng.)

1. Five years ago/before, the film adaptation of Nguyễn Nhật Ánh's novel Dreamy Eyes (Mắt Biếc) made headlines nationwide.

2. Jane Austen released Pride and Prejudice in 1813, and it has remained a classic since/for over two hundred years.

3. Released in 1960, To Kill a Mockingbird has won hearts of readers for decades/decades ago.

4. F. Scott Fitzgerald wrote The Great Gatsby since/in 1925, showing the spirit of the Roaring Twenties.

5. We had a discussion about the influence of Nam Cao's works on Vietnamese literature last week/for a week.

3. Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verbs in brackets.

(Hoàn thành các câu sau với dạng đúng của động từ trong ngoặc.)

1. The Alchemist by Brazilian author Paulo Coelho _____ (be) first published more than 35 years ago and it _____ (remain) on the New York Times best-seller list for more than 370 weeks.

2. Nguyễn Nhật Ánh's childhood _____ (inspire) many of his books throughout his brilliant writing career. He admitted that he _____ (express) great interest in literature at a very early age.

3. French writer Antoine de Saint-Exupéry _____ (write) The Little Prince in 1943, at the height of World War II. The book _____ (be) translated into more than 500 languages and dialects, so now readers from all over the world can have access to such imaginative content.

4. As a rising author in the early 20th century, Vũ Trọng Phụng _____ (focus) on Vietnamese people's life before the August Revolution. His creative works _____ (make) a huge contribution to enriching Vietnamese literature to this day.

4. Identify and correct FIVE mistakes in the following text.

(Nhận diện và sửa lại NĂM lỗi sai trong bài văn sau.)

American author Harper Lee published her most successful novel, To Kill a Mockingbird, since 1960. The book became an instant success and has won numerous awards, including the Pulitzer Prize.

The story is narrated by Scout Finch, a young girl who has grown up in a small Southern town during the 1930s. Scout and her brother Jem have witnessed firsthand the racial discrimination of their community. Their father, Atticus Finch, were a lawyer who defended a black man falsely accused of a crime.

The novel explores themes of courage, compassion, and the fight for justice. With its powerful message and unforgettable characters, To Kill a Mockingbird attracted readers for many generations.

1. __________________________

2. __________________________

3. __________________________

4. __________________________

5. __________________________

1. The photo demonstrates a historical figure who will be discussed in the following radio program. Look at the photo. What do you know about this man? Answer the following questions.

(Bức ảnh thể hiện một nhân vật lịch sử, người sẽ được thảo luận trong chương trình radio sau đây. Nhìn vào bức hình? Bạn biết gì về người đàn ông này. Trả lời các câu hỏi bên dưới.)

1. The picture depicts _____.

A. Chu Văn An           B. Lê Quý Đôn           C. Nguyễn Bỉnh Khiêm

2 He lived in the _____,

A. 12th century           B. 13th century           C. 14th century

3 He made a huge contribution to the field of _____.

A. agriculture              B. education                C. politics

4 He is most likely to be described as _____.

A. artistic                    B. indolent                  C. intellectual

 Match the words in the box with the corresponding pictures.

(Nối các từ trong hộp với các bức tranh tương ứng.)

 Scan the text and find words that have the same meaning with the phrases below.

(Quét qua bài đọc và tìm những từ có cùng nghĩa với các cụm bên dưới.)

1. by hand or directly by a human rather than using a machine (paragraph 2)

2. lucky (paragraph 3)

3. questioned if something is true (paragraph 3)

4. having its importance recognized (paragraph 3)

5. made something known to somebody (paragraph 4)

6. being the first to do or use a particular new idea (paragraph 4)

Women who humbly rocked the world of science

Other than familiar names like Marie Curie or Rosalind Franklin, dedication and inspiration can also be found in lesser known stories which have not gained the recognition they deserve.

Working at NASA during the early time when opportunities for women and racial minorities were limited, African American mathematician Katherine Johnson manually calculated the paths for important space missions including the Apollo 11 - the first American human landing on the moon. Her work made sure that astronauts reached the stars and returned safely. Not making headlines in media outlets, she has always been a hidden hero of American’s Space Race for most of her lifetime.

Westwards to another corner of the globe, young intellectual physicist Chien-Shiung Wu was among the few females fortunate enough to have access to early education in the 20th century. Her brilliant experiment on radioactive atoms, known today as the Wu Experiment, challenged a major existing theory and led to new insights into the atomic bomb. However, the Nobel Prize was eventually awarded to two other male physicists for the theory that her experiment supported while her work ended up not being acknowledged.

A more recent example is English primatologist Jane Goodall. Unable to afford university, later she journeyed to Kenya to observe chimpanzees in their natural habitat. Without constraints of formal training, Goodall developed her own techniques including living among the chimpanzees and connecting with them on a personal level. Her work finally revealed their tool use, family bonds and even wars and provided in-depth knowledge about wildlife. Goodall is now one of the world's most successful primatologists and a lifelong pioneering advocate for conservation.

Many other contributions might sadly have never been recorded. Nevertheless, there is no denial that their work, noticed or unnoticed, has played a role in shaping our world of science as it is today.

3.  Fill in the blank with NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS.

(Điền vào mỗi chỗ trống với không quá hai từ.)

1. The most significant space project Katherine Johnson took part in was _____.

2. Johnson has remained a _____ for almost all her life.

3. Chien-Shiung Wu carried out an experiment on _____.

4 Two _____ received the Nobel Prize thanks to Wu's unrecognized contribution.

5. Part of Jane Goodall's observation was developing a _____ connection with chimpanzees.

6. Goodall now devotes her life to science as a _____ for wildlife preservation.

4.  Read the text again and match the statement with the corresponding female scientists.

(Đọc lại bài khóa một lần nữa và nối các phát biểu với các nhà khoa học nữ tương ứng.)

A - Katherine Johnson

B - Chien-Shiung Wu

C - Jane Goodall

1. As a child, she received formal education, which was uncommon at her time.

2. Her work involved working closely with wild animals.

3. She faced gender and racial discrimination in her workplace.

4. Her research method was not limited to traditional approaches.

5. She was responsible for ensuring people’s safety.

6. Her work was overlooked despite its crucial role in proving a theory.

7. Her work proved a scientific idea wrong.

8. Her findings showed humanlike behaviors of a species.

1. Read the text about the life story of Nam's grandfather. Underline repeated comparatives in the text with ONE LINE, and double comparatives with TWO LINES.

(Đọc bài khóa về cuộc đời của ông của Nam. Gạch chân 1 gạch dưới phép so sánh lặp và gạch chân 2 gạch cho phép so sánh kép trong bài đọc.)

Nam's grandfather has an interesting life story. Starting as a humble farmer, he has gradually become a successful agricultural businessman. At first, his farm was really small, and as the weather got more and more unpredictable, his crops were severely damaged. Furthermore, the market for agricultural products at the time became harsher and harsher, which affected his profits. He decided to travel around the country for three years to learn new farming methods that could help protect his crops from the harsh weather. The more he went, the more he learned. He realised that more and more farmers were applying technological advancements to improve their crop yields. He started to invest more and more money into agricultural technologies, and the result was really positive. Now, his farm is the major producer of vegetables and fruits in his hometown.

2.  Choose the correct option A, B or C to complete the following sentences.

(Chọn đáp án đúng A, B hoặc C để hoàn thành các câu sau.)

1. _____, the more successful you become.

A. You work more      B. The more work       C. The more you work

2. As one goes through life challenges, they become _____.

A resilienter               

B. more and more resilient

C. the more resilient

3. In many countries such as Japan, the birth rate is getting _____.

A. more low and low

B. the lower

C. lower and lower

4. _____ bril1iant scientists are coming from Viet Nam.

A. More and more      B. Much and much     C. The more

5. _____ you are, _____ you have.

A. The less determined / the better result

B. The more determined / the better result

C. The higher determined / the worse result

3. Reorder the given words / phrases below to make meaningful sentences.

(Sắp xếp các từ, cụm từ cho trước bên dưới để tạo thành các từ có nghĩa.)

1. As / semester/ goes / the /, / Nam / more / more / indolent / gets / and / .

2. he / won / the Finals / As / , / gained / wider / recognition / wider / and / he / global / .

3. The / worked / Lan / harder / , / more / she / the / successful / became / .

4. authors / learning / More / more / and / to / creative / be / are /,

5. The / you / responsible / for I are / more I study / your /, / the / result / will / your / be / better / .

4. Rewrite the sentences so that they have the same meaning. The first one is given as an example.

(Viết lại các câu sau sao cho chúng cùng nghĩa. Câu đầu tiên được đưa ra làm ví dụ.)

1. It is becoming increasingly difficult to find indolent students in my class.

2. An increasing number of Vietnamese people are taking the IELTS exam.

3. If you have more dedication to your work, you will feel more satisfied with your result

4. A rising number of students prefer well-paid jobs in business or tech these days.

5. As she becomes famous, she has more public influence.

1. Complete the sentences with the correct preposition FOR or WITH.

(Hoàn thành các câu sau với đúng giới từ FOR hoặc WITH.)

1. Novak Djokovic is renowned _____ his resilience on the tennis court.

2. The student was grateful _____  his family's and friends' enthusiastic support during the singing contest.

3. My grandfather has not been familiar _____ the traffic in Hà Nội City.

4. Most athletes are respected _____ their dedication to their sports.

5 My grandmother is pleased _____ her rural life - it is simple yet cozy.

6. Lack of self-confidence is often associated _____ lack of real-life experience.

2. Choose the correct option. (Chọn đáp án đúng.)

1. The athlete was disappointed with / for his performance at the recent World Championship.

2. Are you familiar with / for the German language?

3. Marie Curie is renowned with / for her discovery of radiation.

4 Nguyễn Ngọc Ký is respected with / for his resilience and dedication beyond his disabilities.

5. The city's president is grateful with / for the residents' support during his term.

6. Albert Einstein, the renowned physicist, is associated with / for the theory of relativity.

3. There is ONE error in each of the following sentences. Underline the error and correct it.

(Có một lỗi trong mỗi câu dưới đây. Gạch chân dưới lỗi đó và sửa lại cho đúng.)

1. John Dalton is associated for introducing the atomic theory into chemistry.

Correction: _________________________

2. Malala Yousafzai is grateful by the support that people all around the world gave her.

Correction: _________________________

3. Archimedes is renowned by his scientific discoveries in Ancient Greece.

Correction: _________________________

4. Mr. Nam, an experienced educator, is familiar for various teaching methods to engage students effectively.

Correction: _________________________

5. Nguyen Du is best known about his poem '‘The Tale of Kiều".

Correction: _________________________

4. Choose the correct option A, B or C to complete the following sentences.

(Chọn đáp án đúng A, B hoặc C để hoàn thành các câu sau.)

1. Leonardo DiCaprio is globally _____ the blockbuster Titanic.

A. disappointed with   B. renowned for          C. pleased with

2. You have lived here for three years. Have you been _____ the roads around here?

A. familiar with          B. known for               C. associated with

3. Roger Federer is _____ an effortless and aesthetic style of play.

A. grateful for             B. disappointed with   C. associated with

4. The new Miss World is _____ all the support she has received from her country.

A. grateful for             B. associated with       C. renowned for

5. The singer was _____ the positive feedback she received for her new release.

A. famous for              B. respected for           C. pleased with

5. Use the given words / phrases to write meaningful sentences about the life of Novak Djokovic, a globally renowned tennis player. The first one is given as an example.

(Dùng các từ/ cụm từ cho trước để viết những câu đầy đủ về cuộc đời của Novak Djokovic, một tay quần vơt nổi tiếng toàn cầu. Câu đầu tiên được đưa ra như một ví dụ.)

1. Novak Djokovic / Serbian tennis player / born /1987.

Novak Djokovic was a Serbian tennis player born in 1987.

2. He / start / play tennis / when / he / four years old.

3. The / more / he / play / the / interested / he / get / this sport.

4. Djokovic / renowned / flexibility / powerful backhands.

1. You are going to read a biography about Leonardo DiCaprio. What do the highlighted words / phrases mean? Choose the correct answer, A or B.

1. a breakthrough role (n)

A. a role in a film that allows somebody to become famous

B. a role that is not important in a film

2. rise to stardom (n)

A. the process of becoming famous

B. the state of being ignored

3. to be catapulted into fame (v)

A. to be out-of-date

B. to become famous very quickly

4 prowess (n)

A. expertise

B. recognition

5. philanthropic (adj)

A. related to the environment

B. giving back or helping others

A biography about Leonardo DiCaprio

A. Leonardo DiCaprio, born in 1974, is an American actor who is renowned for his diverse roles in movies. He began his acting career at a very young age, appearing in commercials and TV shows before having a breakthrough role in “This Boy’s Life” (1993), where his talent shone brightly.

B. DiCaprio’s rise to stardom came with his portrayal of Jack Dawson in the blockbuster “Titanic” (1997), catapulting him into global fame. He continued to impress audiences and critics alike with his roles in “The Aviator" (2004), “Inception” (2010), and “The Revenant” (2015). The latter earned him an Academy Award for Best Actor.

C. Apart from his acting prowess, DiCaprio is famous for his environmental activism, using his platform to raise awareness about climate change and environmental issues. His philanthropic efforts further highlight his commitment to making a positive impact on the world.

D. Leonardo DiCaprio’s journey from a talented actor to a Hollywood superstar is marked by his impressive acting performances and his dedication to important global causes, making him a beloved and prominent figure in the entertainment industry.

2. Match each paragraph with one of the headings below.

(Nối các đoạn văn với một trong các tiêu đề bên dưới.)

i. The overall significance of Leonardo DiCaprio

ii. His acting career and highlights

iii. DiCaprio's career start

iv. His contributions outside acting

A. _____                     B. _____                     C. _____                     D. _____

3. Read the biography again and answer the following questions in FULL SENTENCES.

(Đọc lại bài tiểu sử một lần nữa và trả lời các câu hỏi sau bằng những câu đầy đủ.)

1. Who is Leonardo DiCaprio and when was he born?

2. Which film role catapulted him into global fame?

3. What did his role in “The Revenant" (2015) earn him?

4. What does DiCaprio do in his environmental activism?

5. What makes him a beloved and prominent figure in the entertainment industry?

4. Make notes about a famous actor / actress you admire. Then use the notes to write a biography (180-200 words). Use the useful language in Exercise 1.

(Viết ghi chú về một diễn viên nam/ nữ và bạn ấn tượng. Sau đó dùng những ghi chú đó viết một tiểu sử (180 – 200 từ). Dùng những ngôn ngữ thông dụng trong bài tập 1.)

My favourite actor / actress is Angela Joile.

Personal information:

- Year of birth: _________________________.

- Nationality: _________________________.

Background and early career

- Started acting at the age of _________________________.

- What he / she did at the beginning of his / her career:

_________________________

_________________________

_________________________

- His / Her breakthrough role: _________________________

1. A student is trying to paraphrase using synonyms / synonymous phrases. Which word / phrase should they use for each sentence? Choose the correct option A. B or C.

1. Taylor Swift has become interested in musical theatre since she was 9 years old.

A. keen on                  

B. respected for          

C. familiar with

2. Malala Yousafzai is grateful for the support she received from people all over the world.

A. renowned for         

B. determined with    

C. thankful for

3. Nguyen Du is one of the most famous Vietnamese authors.

A. competitive           

B. renown                  

C. responsible

4. Marie Curie made a huge contribution to science, and was one of the few women who gained the recognition they deserved.

A. respect                   

B. patience                 

C. competition

5. The singer was pleased with the positive public reaction to his latest song.

A. disappointed with  

B. satisfied with         

C. surprised by

6. Ludwig van Beethovan was never one to follow convention and was always creative.

A. always made headlines

B. always gained public respect

C. always thought outside the box

2. Complete the paraphrased version of the first sentence by filling in the correct form of the highlighted words. The first one is given as an example.

(Hoàn thành câu diễn đạt lại của các câu trên bằng cách điền dạng đúng của từ được tô màu. Câu đầu tiên được đưa ra như một ví dụ.)

1. Mozart is recognised as one of the greatest composers in the history of Western music.

Mozart gains recognition as one of the greatest composers in the history of Western music.

2. Most talented scientists are respected because they are dedicated to their work.

Most talented scientists are respected for their _____ to their work.

3. Nguyễn Ánh 9 had exceptional talent for the piano.

Nguyen Anh 9 was exceptionally _____ at playing the piano,

4. DiCaprio's rise to stardom came when he performed as Jack Dawson in the blockbuster ‘’Titanic" (1997).

DiCaprio's rise to stardom came with his _____ as Jack Dawson in the blockbuster "Titanic'' (1997).

5. The athlete was disappointed with the lack of support he received for his championship bid.

The athlete expressed his _____ with the lack of support he received for his championship bid.

6. Taylor Swift's success was so huge that her country songs were the first to make it to the top of the US pop charts.

Taylor Swift was so _____ that her country songs were the first to make it to the top of the US pop charts.

7. Leonardo DiCarpio uses his platform to make people become more aware of climate change and environmental issues.

Leonardo DiCarpio uses his platform to raise public _____ about climate change and environmental issues.

3. Rewrite the following sentences. For some, the first few words are provided. For others, the required structures are given in brackets.

1. Many people regard Taylor Swift as a prominent cultural figure. (passive voice)

(Nhiều người coi Taylor Swift là một nhân vật văn hóa nổi tiếng. (dùng bị động))

2. As an actor or an actress becomes more popular, they will take on a greater number roles. (double comparative)

(Khi một diễn viên hoặc nữ diễn viên trở nên nổi tiếng hơn, họ sẽ đảm nhận nhiều vai diễn hơn. (so sánh kép))

3. Although Federer has achieved remarkable things throughout his career, he still stays humble.

(Mặc dù Federer đã đạt được những điều đáng chú ý trong suốt sự nghiệp của mình, anh ấy vẫn khiêm tốn.)

Despite _____________________________.

1. Complete the sentences with the correct form of the given words.

1. Taylor Swift's _____ spirit made her continuously strive to impress audiences, strengthening her status as a prominent figure in the music industry. (COMPETE)

2. Beethoven was very _____ because he consistently thought outside the box and came up with innovative ideas which revolutionized the world of music. (CREATE)

3. My brother is _____. He doesn't like to work hard and he always procrastinates and avoids tasks. (INDOLENCE)

4. Nguyen Du is very _____. His poems are filled with beautiful imagery and captivating storytelling, which can transport readers to rich and imaginative worlds. (ART)

5. Elon Musk's innovative mindset has made him highly _____ in industries such as electric vehicles and space exploration. (SUCCEED).

6. I always find my uncle when I need advice or information because he is highly _____ and always has insightful perspectives to share. (INTELLECT)

7. My sister is incredibly _____; she always makes sure that tasks are completed and takes accountability for her actions. (RESPONSIBILITY)

8. Zendaya is very _____ because she doesn't rely on a large team to help her with her makeup. She prefers to express her personal style by herself. (DEPEND)

2. Complete the paragraph about Albert Einstein by filling the blanks with correct words in the box.

Albert Einstein has always been (1) _____ his groundbreaking theories. His discoveries not only gained recognition worldwide but also (2) ______ in the scientific community, strengthening status as one of the most respected figures in the history of physics.

His ability to think (3) _____, led to theories that challenged conventional understanding and reshaped the field. Albert Einstein is often associated with the theory of relativity, a revolutionary concept that

transformed our understanding of space, time, and gravity.

Despite facing initial skepticism, Einstein's theories eventually succeeded and (4) _____, of many people in the scientific community. His unparalleled insights continue to (5) _____ to scientific progress, leaving a lasting legacy admired by generations to come.

3. Complete the sentences using the clues given. You may need to add words or change word forms.

1. For ages / William Shakespeare / consider / most influential / writer / the English language.

2. Taylor Swift / recently / sell / 200 million records/ globally.

3. Marie Curie's / groundbreaking research / have / make / a remarkable contribution to / the fields of / science and medicine.

4. JK Rowling / make / headlines / when she / sell / over 500 million copies / the Harry Potter series / one year ago.

5. Nguyễn Ánh 9 / go / work for / radio program /called / "Students' Voice" / when / he / 18 years old.

4. Circle the best choice to complete the sentences.

(Khoanh tròn vào lựa chọn đúng nhất để hoàn thành câu.)

1. Trying to gain recognition in a highly competitive field is becoming more and more challenging/challenge nowadays.

2. The more responsible you are in approaching your studies, the better/the worse your results are likely to be.

3. More and more/Fewer and fewer authors are learning how to be creative to captivate their audience and stand out in the world of literature.

4. The more dedication she showed, the fewer/ the higher her level of success rose.

5. With the rise of social media, fewer and fewer/more famous people are able to control their public image and personal narratives.

5. Read a short text about the life story of Phi Nhung, a famous singer in Việt Nam. Answer the questions in FULL SENTENCES, using at least one of the following paraphrasing techniques.

(Đọc một đoạn văn ngắn về cuộc đời Phi Nhung, một ca sĩ nổi tiếng ở Việt Nam. Trả lời các câu hỏi sau bằng các câu đầy đủ, dùng ít nhất một trong những kĩ thuật diễn giải bên dưới.)

• Using synonyms / synonymous phrases (Dùng các từ/cụm từ đồng nghĩa)
• Changing word form (Thay đổi dạng thức của từ)
• Changing grammatical structures (Thay đổi cấu trúc ngữ pháp)

Singer Phạm Phi Nhung

Phạm Phi Nhung was a famous Vietnamese singer born in 1970. From a young age. Phi Nhung listened to Vietnamese folk music, which later influenced her own music significantly. Her popularity in the country began to rise from 2005 onwards. Some of her most popular songs are Lý Con Sáo Bạc Liêu and Chiều lên Bản Thượng. The more famous she became, the more roles besides singing she took, which included film roles, drama artist, comedian and emcee. Phi Nhung was also renowned for her philanthropy, as she participated actively in orphanage projects, even starting a fund that cared for orphans at a pagoda in Bình Phước Province. Unfortunately, she died in 2021 due to COVID-19 aftermath.

1. Who was Pham Phi Nhung?

2. What genre of music later influenced Phi Nhung's music significantly?

3. What are some of her most popular songs?

4. Besides singing, what was Phi Nhung also renowned for?

5. Who did Phi Nhung's philanthropic work mainly aim at?

6. What caused her death in 2021?