USE IT! Work in pairs. Ask for and give advice for each situation. Which piece of advice was the best?
1. I cheated in a test.
2. Another student is bullying my best friend.
3. I'm always late for school.
Work in pairs. Imagine the following situation. Your friend from another town is coming to stay with your family for two weeks over the summer holidays. Give him/her some advice. Discuss the following points:
• What he/she should pack for the visit
• Activities you could do together
• Advice on staying with your family
• What sports he/she can do in your town
Swap roles and repeat the Speaking activity.
A: As we planned before, I am coming to stay with your family for two weeks over the summer holidays. Can you give me some advice? What should I pack for the visit?
B: I think you should bring some tea or coffee for my parents because they really like drinking them in the morning.
A: I know. What activity can we do together in the summer in your hometown?
B: Well, you know, my hometown is famous for Vung Tau beach. I will take you there to enjoy the sea and take beautiful pictures when the sun sets.
A: That’s wonderful! What do I have to pay attention to when I stay with your family?
B: Don’t worry. My parents are very hospitable and friendly. The only thing you have to mind is not to be too lazy or impolite. They don’t like that.
A: Sure! Does your hometown have any sports clubs for students this summer?
B: Yes, there is a badminton competition organized by my province this summer. We can take part in practice and improve our health.
PEAKING Work in pairs. Student A is an English student who is going to stay with Student B's family next month. Ask for and give advice about these topics.
1. Suitable presents for the family you're staying with
2. How to stay safe when you're out
3. Suitable clothing for the season.
4. How to improve your language skills quickly.
A: What do you think I should buy for your parents?
B: I think you should get ....
A: What do you think I should buy for your parents?
B: I think you should get some tea and coffee because my parents usually drink them in the morning. I'm sure they will like it.
A: This is the first time I have come to Vietnam. How can I stay safe?
B: Don't worry. Vietnam is a peaceful country, so there is no war. You just need to remember when you are walking on the street, be careful with your bags and your personal belongings because sometimes there are pickpockets.
A: I understand. Should I prepare warm clothes when I stay with your family?
B: It is not necessary. Vietnam has a tropical climate, so the weather is not as cold as your country.
A: Well, how can I improve my language skills quickly?
B: As you know Vietnamese is one of the most difficult languages to learn. You ought to learn some simple sentences about common topics in real life first, don't be shy to talk with my family. That's a good chance for you to improve it gradually.
Tạm dịch:
A: Bạn nghĩ tôi nên mua gì cho bố mẹ bạn?
B: Tôi nghĩ bạn nên lấy một ít trà và cà phê vì bố mẹ tôi thường uống chúng vào buổi sáng. Tôi chắc rằng họ sẽ thích nó.
A: Đây là lần đầu tiên tôi đến Việt Nam. Làm thế nào tôi có thể giữ an toàn?
B: Đừng lo lắng. Việt Nam là một đất nước hòa bình nên không có chiến tranh. Bạn chỉ cần nhớ khi đi ngoài đường, hãy cẩn thận túi xách vì những vật dụng cá nhân của mình vì đôi khi vẫn có kẻ móc túi.
A: Tôi hiểu. Tôi có nên chuẩn bị đồ ấm khi ở cùng gia đình bạn không?
B: Không cần thiết. Việt Nam có khí hậu nhiệt đới nên thời tiết không lạnh như nước bạn.
A: Chà, làm thế nào tôi có thể cải thiện kỹ năng ngôn ngữ của mình một cách nhanh chóng?
B: Như bạn biết tiếng Việt là một trong những ngôn ngữ khó học nhất. Bạn nên học một số câu đơn giản về các chủ đề phổ biến trong cuộc sống thực trước, đừng ngại nói chuyện với gia đình tôi. Đó là một cơ hội tốt để bạn cải thiện nó dần dần.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrases that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Children in the Netherlands must be at least four years old to (1)_______ primary education. Almost all 4-year-olds (99.3%) in the country indeed attend primary school, (2)________ this is not compulsory until children reach the age of. Primary school is free of charge. In most schools, children are grouped by age in mixed ability classes, with one teacher for all subjects. Primary school consists of 8 groups, thus schooling (3)_______ for 8 years. During the first two years, which is also called kindergarten, children receive an average of 22 hours of (4)______, during the last 6 years children receive an average of 25 hours per week. Schools are open 5 days a week, but children are free on Wednesday afternoon. At the end of primary school, or in group 8, schools advice on secondary school choice. Most schools use a national test to support this advice, for instance the ′Citotoets’, a test (5)_______ by the Central Institute for Test development.
Question 3
A. spends
B. lasts
C. lengthens
D. takes
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrases that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Children in the Netherlands must be at least four years old to (1)_______ primary education. Almost all 4-year-olds (99.3%) in the country indeed attend primary school, (2)________ this is not compulsory until children reach the age of. Primary school is free of charge. In most schools, children are grouped by age in mixed ability classes, with one teacher for all subjects. Primary school consists of 8 groups, thus schooling (3)_______ for 8 years. During the first two years, which is also called kindergarten, children receive an average of 22 hours of (4)______, during the last 6 years children receive an average of 25 hours per week. Schools are open 5 days a week, but children are free on Wednesday afternoon. At the end of primary school, or in group 8, schools advice on secondary school choice. Most schools use a national test to support this advice, for instance the ′Citotoets’, a test (5)_______ by the Central Institute for Test development.
Question 3.
A. spends
B. lasts
C. lengthens
D. takes
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrases that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Children in the Netherlands must be at least four years old to (1)_______ primary education. Almost all 4-year-olds (99.3%) in the country indeed attend primary school, (2)________ this is not compulsory until children reach the age of. Primary school is free of charge. In most schools, children are grouped by age in mixed ability classes, with one teacher for all subjects. Primary school consists of 8 groups, thus schooling (3)_______ for 8 years. During the first two years, which is also called kindergarten, children receive an average of 22 hours of (4)______, during the last 6 years children receive an average of 25 hours per week. Schools are open 5 days a week, but children are free on Wednesday afternoon. At the end of primary school, or in group 8, schools advice on secondary school choice. Most schools use a national test to support this advice, for instance the ′Citotoets’, a test (5)_______ by the Central Institute for Test development.
Question 1.
A. afford
B. enter
C. come
D. run
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrases that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Children in the Netherlands must be at least four years old to (1)_______ primary education. Almost all 4-year-olds (99.3%) in the country indeed attend primary school, (2)________ this is not compulsory until children reach the age of. Primary school is free of charge. In most schools, children are grouped by age in mixed ability classes, with one teacher for all subjects. Primary school consists of 8 groups, thus schooling (3)_______ for 8 years. During the first two years, which is also called kindergarten, children receive an average of 22 hours of (4)______, during the last 6 years children receive an average of 25 hours per week. Schools are open 5 days a week, but children are free on Wednesday afternoon. At the end of primary school, or in group 8, schools advice on secondary school choice. Most schools use a national test to support this advice, for instance the ′Citotoets’, a test (5)_______ by the Central Institute for Test development.
Question 1
A. afford
B. enter
C. come
D. run
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrases that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Children in the Netherlands must be at least four years old to (1)_______ primary education. Almost all 4-year-olds (99.3%) in the country indeed attend primary school, (2)________ this is not compulsory until children reach the age of. Primary school is free of charge. In most schools, children are grouped by age in mixed ability classes, with one teacher for all subjects. Primary school consists of 8 groups, thus schooling (3)_______ for 8 years. During the first two years, which is also called kindergarten, children receive an average of 22 hours of (4)______, during the last 6 years children receive an average of 25 hours per week. Schools are open 5 days a week, but children are free on Wednesday afternoon. At the end of primary school, or in group 8, schools advice on secondary school choice. Most schools use a national test to support this advice, for instance the ′Citotoets’, a test (5)_______ by the Central Institute for Test development.
Question 2.
A. although
B. despite
C. inspite
D. due to
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrases that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Children in the Netherlands must be at least four years old to (1)_______ primary education. Almost all 4-year-olds (99.3%) in the country indeed attend primary school, (2)________ this is not compulsory until children reach the age of. Primary school is free of charge. In most schools, children are grouped by age in mixed ability classes, with one teacher for all subjects. Primary school consists of 8 groups, thus schooling (3)_______ for 8 years. During the first two years, which is also called kindergarten, children receive an average of 22 hours of (4)______, during the last 6 years children receive an average of 25 hours per week. Schools are open 5 days a week, but children are free on Wednesday afternoon. At the end of primary school, or in group 8, schools advice on secondary school choice. Most schools use a national test to support this advice, for instance the ′Citotoets’, a test (5)_______ by the Central Institute for Test development.
Question 2
A. although
B. despite
C. inspite
D. due to
Đáp án A
Giải thích
Although= despite = in spite of : Mặc dù
Although + mệnh đề
Despite/ In spite of + Ving/ N
Due to= because of +Ving/N: Bởi vì
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrases that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
Children in the Netherlands must be at least four years old to (1)_______ primary education. Almost all 4-year-olds (99.3%) in the country indeed attend primary school, (2)________ this is not compulsory until children reach the age of. Primary school is free of charge. In most schools, children are grouped by age in mixed ability classes, with one teacher for all subjects. Primary school consists of 8 groups, thus schooling (3)_______ for 8 years. During the first two years, which is also called kindergarten, children receive an average of 22 hours of (4)______, during the last 6 years children receive an average of 25 hours per week. Schools are open 5 days a week, but children are free on Wednesday afternoon. At the end of primary school, or in group 8, schools advice on secondary school choice. Most schools use a national test to support this advice, for instance the ′Citotoets’, a test (5)_______ by the Central Institute for Test development.
Question 4
A. educate
B. educative
C. educator
D. education
Đáp án D
Giải thích
Chỗ trống cần điền một danh từ và theo nghĩa chọn education